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GIVE IT A GO IN TEWKESBURY If you fancy trying out a new sport or taking up a new hobby this Summer, then now is the time to find out what Tewkesbury has to offer. To showcase what’s going on in the busy town, a special ‘Our Tewkesbury’ event will be held on Saturday 30th July. It will be a great opportunity to explore what’s happening in the town. The event will be hosted by Tewkesbury Rugby Club, and supported by Barnwood Trust, who will be there with Tewkesbury Community Builder Jane Griffiths. “We’ll be there to offer support for budding interest groups, connecting people around their passions, and looking at ways to get groups up and running, said Jane. “Whether it is Underwater Hockey or Walking Football, Museum Projects or Photography, Art or Gardening, Crafts or Music – there is a club or group of people who get together and do it. “If you’ve wanted to join in with something but don't know who, where or when, this is

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䡵 Great knits: one of the many activities on show at ‘Our Tewkesbury’ your chance to find out and meet others who share the same interests” Green Square will also be there with Graham Croly and James Aldridge helping people to get the most out of

living in Tewkesbury. “If anyone has a passion for something that isn’t already happening, then this is also your opportunity to come and have a chat with people who can support you to connect with others and start something new,” Jane added. There will be opportunities to try something new as most of the clubs will be demonstrating or providing taster ses-

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sions, so if you’ve ever fancied trying your hand at poetry, painting or pickling, this is the time to give it a go. The event will take place on Saturday 30th July at Tewkesbury Rugby Club in Gander Lane (GL20 5PG) from 11am until 3pm. For further information contact Graham Croly on 07900 719129 or Jane Griffiths on 07943 637773.

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Tewkesbury in bloom sponsors flower workshop for youngsters During the Spring half term Tewkesbury in Bloom sponsored a fun workshop to introduce youngsters to flower arranging, writes Shelby Powell.

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The event was organised in partnership with Jackie Dean of Flowers of Fun. As part of the town's entry in to the Britain in Bloom competition, an educational programme has to be provided for children and around twenty five children aged 5 upwards visited the Town Hall to enjoy a morning of creative fun and learning. Participants were able to pick up the basic skills of floristry and take home a cone full of flowers. Organiser Jackie Dean commented “The idea of the workshop is to reintroduce flowers to children, encouraging them

to develop an enjoyment of flowers through getting creative. The history of the flower cone is an age old tradition when youngsters would leave small bunches of fresh flowers on May day in the door ways of friends and neighbours.” Two Britain in Bloom judges from the Royal Horticultural Society will be visiting the town on Wednesday 6th July to assess the town's horticultural efforts. In 2015 the town was awarded a gold award and best in category in the Heart of England regional competition and a silver gilt in the national competition.

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BLOOMING MARKET PLACE Every Friday morning from 9 am you'll find the Country Market team setting up at Tewkesbury Town Hall. If you've not visited this weekly market before, its a real gem with stalls laden with delicious homemade cakes and preserves, home grown and carefully tendered bedding plants. You'll also find a great selection of crafts and goodies including hand knitted baby's clothing, handmade cards and fabric bags. The busy team (pictured above) are backing Tewkesbury in Bloom this year and have sponsored the a new rose bed at the 1471 garden on the corner of Lower Lode Lane as well as a town centre barrel to bring cheer to the High Street.

NEW FERRY TIMETABLE Town Mayor Karen Brennan (left) helped to launch the revised Tewkesbury to Twyning ferry service over the Bank Holiday Weekend. The service, run by Severn Leisure, operates between Back of Avon and the Fleet Inn. It will also be stopping off at Croft Farm Waterpark, which offers camping and water sports activities. New earlier trips will run on Wednesdays and Saturdays to cover market days. They leave Tewkesbury at 9.30am and Twyning at 10.15am.

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BREDON GET A CLEAR WAY TO MIDLAND VASE SUCCESS Staff and directors of Cheltenham-based Clearway Doors & Windows are celebrating after two Rugby teams sponsored by the company notched up memorable victories. Bredon Star RFC defeated Redditch 32-7 in May to retain the North Midlands Vase for another season. Bredon Star travelled to the final for the second time in three seasons, full of hope of victory to finish off an upand-down season. A coach full of players and supporters made the trip in beautiful sunshine, and they were not to be disappointed. The match started with Bredon playing with a slight wind behind and it wasn't to prove as easy as expected in the early exchanges, with Redditch putting up a strong fight up front. However the heat of the day was to take its toll on the large Redditch pack, and the ball handling of the Bredon forwards in the close exchanges proved too hot to handle. Clearway’s Managing Director Jeremy Phillips, who lives in Bredon, commented: “I am delighted that the sup-

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Lost babies to be remembered at ‘saying goodbye’ service in Tewkesbury Abbey Families from Tewkesbury and beyond who have suffered the pain of baby loss at any stage of pregnancy, birth or in infancy are invited to join a special service in Tewkesbury Abbey this month. The service, at 5.00pm on Saturday 16th July, is one of the first of a set of national commemorative services to take place in cathedrals and minsters across the UK. Part of the international ‘Saying Goodbye’ series, it is the first time the service has come to Tewkesbury. The services were established by Staffordshire couple Zoe and Andy Clark-Coates, who have lost five children through miscarriage. ‘Saying Goodbye’ is part of the Mariposa Trust, a charity and company limited by guarantee, which works with other organisations and charities to provide counselling, information and support. The service will feature contemporary music as well as poetry and readings, mixed with acts of remembrance and time for reflection. The organisers hope

that people from all over the county and beyond will come to what is always a beautiful and deeply moving service. The service is free to attend and open to any-

one of any or no faith. Seats for the service are available on a first come, first seated basis. For more information please visit the website www.sayinggoodbye.org

GRAYSON PERRY TAPESTRIES TO GO ON SHOW AT CROOME COURT Grayson Perry is one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists and winner of the Turner Prize. His set of six tapestries 'The Vanity of Small Differences' will be on show in Croome Court from Saturday 9th July to Sunday 11th September. Perry uses many sources of inspiration in the creation of the tapestries which will be explored in a 45 minute lecture during each of four special open evenings at House & Visitor Experience Manager (and Grayson Perry enthusiast) Amy Forster-Smith. For more information or to book, visit the website www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome Croome Park is off the A38 north of Tewkesbury, and is in the stewardship of the National Trust.

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT WORDSEARCH by Lenny Lexicon P L A X M S K M E R G A R W I U K I G

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Test your brain power with the Tewkesbury Direct Word Search. This month the puzzle conceals the surnames of twelve flowers found in Summer gardens: ALYSSUM BEGONIA FREESIA GERANIUM GLADIOLI IRIS LOBELIA NEMESIA PETUNIA PHLOX ROSE STOCKS Word Search Rules: The names in the word search grid may read vertically, horizontally and diagonally from left to right, right to left, bottom to top or top to bottom.

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A new social book club has been set up by Tewkesbury resident, Jackie Day. Meetings are held every first Wednesday of the month at Bookworm Book shop in the high street starting at 7pm.

The cost is £3 which includes light refreshments (glass of wine or cup of tea) and a choice of book to take away on loan. “This is an informal book club, and instead of members all reading the same book, we are encouraging people to discover new authors and genres. Everyone gets the opportunity to share their feedback on the book they have read,” said Jackie. There is also the bonus of book recycling too since members are encouraged to return the book to the shop, which is put back on the shelf. Profits from the monthly event are donated to Bookworm’s charitable causes which include donations to

Cancer Research and local community good causes.

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Engall Castle July Advert 22/06/2016 15:13 Page 1

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Kemerton

£725,000

Pamington

£550,000

Twyning

£495,000

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

Sitting within a 1 acre plot and backing onto open fields, this is an immaculately presented Grade II listed cottage with detached one bedroom annex. 4 bedrooms; kitchen/ breakfast room; dual aspect lounge; dining room; downstairs wc; utility; family bathroom; ample driveway parking.

A large detached home in this popular village located within a lovely elevated position. 5/6 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; kitchen/ breakfast room; separate dining room; large conservatory; family bathroom; large garden; ample driveway parking; double tandem garage. EPC E.

Twyning

Tewkesbury

£475,000

£450,000

£365,000

This is a lovely large detached bungalow within private gardens. 3/4 bedrooms; modern kitchen/ dining room; lounge; conservatory; study; bathroom; wet room; single garage; ample driveway parking. EPC E.

Detached individual 1930s extended home in a private lane location. 4 Bedrooms; 3 Reception Rooms; Kitchen; Utility Room; Downstairs wc; Family Bathroom; Ample driveway parking; Garden. No Chain. EPC E.

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

Uckinghall

Bredon

Tirley

£365,000

This is a light, bright and spacious detached village home which sits centrally and slightly elevated within its garden plot. 3 bedrooms; Master with ensuite; Kitchen/ breakfast room; Triple aspect lounge; Separate dining room; Single garage; Ample driveway parking. EPC E.

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£325,000

Beautifully presented detached non estate home in the popular village of Bredon. 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite; 2 reception rooms; large conservatory with underfloor heating; kitchen/dining room; utility; garage; large loft space; low maintenance garden; parking. No Chain. EPC .

£315,000

A spacious detached bungalow in an elevated position. 3 bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes; dual aspect lounge; second reception room; lounge/ dining room; wc; family bathroom; conservatory; double garage; petty gardens; driveway parking. EPC F.

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Puckrup

£295,000

Tewkesbury

£265,000

Tewkesbury

£250,000

Beautifully maintained, semi rural cottage with delightful gardens and outlook. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite shower room; lounge; kitchen/ breakfast room; separate dining room; downstairs wc; utility room; family bathroom; ample driveway parking; 2 garages; garden backing onto hedgerow. EPC G.

This is a substantial town house situated in the highly desirable area of Twixtbears. 4 Bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; downstairs wc; garage; parking; garden; walking distance of the town centre; large lounge; 2nd reception/garden room; kitchen/breakfast room; Light and airy throughout. No Chain. EPC C.

Rare indeed! A detached town centre bungalow with the advantage of garden and parking for several vehicles. Double Bedroom; kitchen/ breakfast room; utility room; dual aspect lounge; single garage; front & rear gardens; walking distance to towns amenities. No Chain. EPC E.

Tewkesbury

Twyning

£250,000

£240,000

£225,000

This property has a fantastic rear garden and in the town centre! 3 bedrooms; lounge; dining area; kitchen/ breakfast room; utility room; downstairs wc; family bathroom; integral single garage; off road parking; walking distance to towns amenities. EPC D.

Full of character this is a stunning home in the centre of town with parking and views over The Ham. 2 double bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/dining room; downstairs wc; upstairs shower room; allocated parking for one car. EPC D.

With the advantage of being a % freehold and yet benefitting from beautifully managed grounds, this delightful cottage is attached to the grand manor house within a perfect location on the edge of the popular village of Twyning. 2 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen; 2 reception rooms; garage; ample parking; family bathroom. EPC E.

Tewkesbury

£155,000

A lovely bungalow in the popular Shephard Mead development for the over 55s. 2 bedrooms; large lounge; kitchen; shower room; parking; patio area; communal gardens; day time manage; 24 hour care line. No Chain. EPC D.

£145,000

Investment Purchasers Only - this is one house you really must view. From the moment you enter the front door you will not be disappointed. 3 Bedrooms; Lounge; Kitchen/ Dining Room; Downstairs wc; Family Bathroom; Garden; Parking; Long Term Tenant in Situ. EPC C.

£135,000

Relax and soak up the views from this spacious top floor apartment specifically designed for the over 60s by McCarthy & Stone. Large double bedroom; modern shower room with vanity unit; light and airy lounge/dining room; walking distance of Tewkesbury High Street. Excellent communal facilities; day time manager; 24 hr care line. EPC C.

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JULY FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET This month’s Farmers and Craft Market will take place on Saturday 9th July from 9.00am-1.30pm on the Abbey Car Park, off Gander Lane. The market will offer the opportunity to buy direct from local farmers and

producers who will be selling an array of tasty local delights There will also be a wide range of traditional and contemporary crafts made by local artists and craftspeople. For more details call 01608 652662.

䡵 BATTLE OF JUTLAND CENTENARY: Tewkesbury Royal Naval Association, the British Legion and Sea Cadets held a two minute silence at the Town Hall to remember those who died during the Battle of Jutland on 31st May 1916. (Picture supplied by Andrew Parker).

PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

STATE REGISTERED CHIROPODY AND PODIATRY 䡵 Peter Badham

SUMMARY CARE RECORDS IN PHARMACY (SCR)

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I am delighted to report that the NHS is now getting more joined up, writes Peter Badham. Pharmacists will have access to a summary of patients records held in the GP surgery. This access will only be available after permission has been granted by the patient, or in an emergency or accident in the best interest of the patient. Access at the moment will be read only , but in time , pharmacies may be able to feed information back to the GP via write option. This new service will improve patient safety and improve efficiency. We will have to contact the GP less often for example on queries relating to medication and allergies. Patients can be assured that the system will be carefully monitored by trained Privacy officers at each pharmacy who will audit and report every time the system is activated. I think this will be massive bonus to patient care, pharmacists will have more information about the patients medication and allergies. Please call into and speak to one of our team, if you want any more information on SCR.

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bredon Set in an elevated and enviable position overlooking its own grounds this beautifully and well presented former farm house is offered for sale. Exposed beams, stone walls and fireplaces, 4 oven gas AGA. £670,000

twynInG In need of some updating. Front to back lounge with arch into dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, four bedrooms, family bathroom, en-suite shower room, boiler room, oil central heating. £469,950

bredon Nicely presented 4/5 bed detached property offers spacious accommodation. 3 bathrooms, PVCu double glazing, gas central heating, feature fire place with wood burner, garage and off road parking for 4 cars. £379,950

kInsham Beautifully presented 3 bed detached cottage. Conservatory overlooking the garden, sitting room with a feature fireplace, PVCu double glazing, detached garage with workshop area and off road parking for 2 cars. £365,000

strensham 3 double bed extended semi detached character cottage. Oil fired Rayburn, exposed floors and fireplaces. Double glazed sash windows, carpeted loft with lighting, Oak carport, off road parking. NO CHAIN. £300,000

bredon 2 bed detached bungalow has been updated to a high standard and offers the potential with planning agreed for a 2/3 bed and bathroom loft conversion. PVCu double glazing, gas central heating and parking for 3 cars. £275,000

bredon 4 bed detached family home is in need of some updating, ideal for those looking to put there own stamp on the property. Double glazing, gas central heating, garage and off road parking for 2 cars. NO ONWARD CHAIN. £265,000

tewkesbury 3 bed semi detached family home offers great potential. PVCu double glazing, gas central heating, low maintenance gardens, detached garage and plenty off road parking. NO ONWARD CHAIN. £165,000

tewkesbury Spacious 3 storey town house with a small courtyard garden located in a central town location. Gas central heating and would be ideal for the first time/investment buyer. Viewing comes highly recommended. £139,950

northway 1 bed terraced home with parking for 1 vehicle in need of some updating. PVCu double glazing and gas central heating, enclosed rear garden, off road parking for 1 vehicle. NO ONWARD CHAIN. £135,000

ashchurch 2 bed ground floor apartment with a garden & views towards the Cotswold Hills benefits from PVCu double glazing & gas central heating, garden & allocated parking space.

mItton An opportunity to purchase a 1 bedroom top floor apartment in the popular residential area of Mitton. PVCu double glazing, phone entry intercom system, communal parking. Ideal for the first time/investment buyer. £80,000

£119,950

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue

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TEAMWORK We recently received a call from the South Worcestershire Lifeguard Club who had been testing out their boat on the River Avon, writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue. They were making sure the boat would be ready in the event of an emergency, when they came across a swan in distress on the water. They spotted something hanging from his beak which looked like some sort of fishing float. They had tried in vain to catch the swan but unfortunately they could not get close enough to reach him and so they called us for help. As with the majority of swan rescues, we needed a boat to reach the casualty and the Lifeguard Club crew were very willing to help us with the rescue using their boat. So Martin and Ann headed off from the hospital, armed with a swan hook to the point on the river where the lifeguards were waiting. After a short boat trip upstream, the swan and his mate were located next to where a brook joined the main river. What they didn’t want was for the pair of swans to head off the river onto this brook and unfortunately that is exactly what the female of the pair did. Luckily, the male remained on the river and with a bit of clever piloting, the boat was positioned between the swan and the river bank. With a bit of food to encourage him to come

nearer to the boat, he was eventually close enough to use the swan hook to catch him and get him off the water and into the boat. Once back at the hospital, the swan was anaesthetised and xrayed, which revealed that he had a hook embedded inside his throat, with the line and float hanging from his beak.

Food had also started to build up where the hook was stuck. If he hadn’t been spotted and rescued, the swan would almost certainly have died as he wouldn’t have been able to ingest any food at all. It took us quite a while to dislodge the hook, but we finally managed to get it out and the swan was given a long-acting antibiotic injection to help prevent any infection and was then given a bed for the night at Vale. The next day he seemed fine and was eating and drinking well so it was decided that he should be released back as soon as possible to hopefully rejoin his partner.

䡵 Removing the hook

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TAG Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £205,000 for 31 Pippins Road Bredon GL20 7NJ. Semi detached family home located in a cul-desac and offering front to back lounge, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, 3 bedrooms, family bathroom, UPVC double glazing, gas central heating, off road parking and rear gardens.

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by John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society In June 2016 we are celebrating the opening of the ‘Missing Link’ in the Riverside Walk which was designed to allow us to walk upon the banks of the Mill Avon from King John’s Bridge to the Gloucester Road coach park. The headlines, of course, have focused upon the almost 70 years which the project has taken! Credit has also been attributed to the generosity of GIs, once stationed in the Town, who left a “pot of gold” for

the project. That however, is likely to be a ‘Tewkesbury Myth’. The project was conceived by Cllr. J.O. Martin in 1947 with the aim of ridding the town of the redundant industrial buildings which cluttered the river bank. The two photographs contrast the area in 1949 with today. Initially it was naively hoped to raise £10,000 with a publicity campaign in the USA. However, when the first appeal was wound up in 1951, only £455 was raised - and a £100 of

that was donated by Cllr. Martin. Very little came from the US. Much was still achieved but by voluntary labour and donations of land and money. By 1955 the council had to take over the project and thus the

amenity of the Riverside Walk as we enjoy it today gradually took shape. If anyone knows the location of that pot of gold – please let us know! John Dixon

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MAGGIE REVIVED A COLD CASE Curator of Tewkesbury’s fine museum, Maggie Thornton is a great animal lover and keeps ducks and poultry at home. Maggie recounts an endearing good luck story in her own words. I have 4 large Hens and a tiny little Bantam Cockerel so when one of

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ting on various eggs which she was stealing from my other hens I moved her into a spare Hen House together with 12 eggs! Eventually they started hatching and she was the very proud mother of Five Chicks. She left the remaining seven eggs in the nest and refused to sit on them anymore, moving herself and Chicks to the other end of the coop. About 20hours later I decided to take the remaining eggs out and get rid of them. It was while I was putting the now cold

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I had discarded the other eggs and left them in a pile of grass cuttings by my shed until I could bury them. When I got back from work my Dog had taken one and dropped it in the grass as I picked it up there was a small hole in the egg and a live Chick in it! This was popped into the incubator and eventually it too hatched. Three full days after the others and having spent at least 36

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eggs into a bowl that I heard a cheeping sound coming from two of the eggs I immediately put them down into my bra one in each cup to warm them up, whilst I made up a makeshift Incubator with a plastic box, Thermometer and a heat lamp. Eggs were then removed from my bra again warm and put to hatch in the incubator. They hatched the next day and were reunited successfully with Mother Hen whilst she wasn’t looking. I went to work and thought nothing more about them.

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TEWKESBURY HAND CAR WASH CELEBRATE THEIR 2ND ANNIVERSARY Albert Dosku moved from London to Tewkesbury, with his wife Julie, to give their 2 children a better life. A lot has changed in the past 2 years at their family run car wash and they have built what is now an extremely popular place to visit.

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Tewkesbury Hand Car Wash is the only car wash in the local area to create a comfortable waiting room that caters for all. There are coffee and magazines to relax with, and an area with children’s activities to keep the little ones entertained in a safe environment. This year, Nick Bailey of STC Motors, has filled the forecourt with a selection of quality used cars that are prepared locally to a high standard and supplied with a

3–12 month warranty. Nick has over 25 years experience in the motor trade and said “I’m really pleased to be working with Albert and I am enjoying helping our local community.” Last year, Albert teamed up with Brian Williams, from ‘Cornerways Nursery’, and became the only local stockists of his award winning flowers. Together, they stock competitively priced plants and hanging baskets throughout the sea-

sons, and sell quality Christmas trees. Tewkesbury Hand Car Wash are proud to support many local charities and you may have seen the wonderful ‘Poppy Pedal Mural’; a work in progress by Sam Morris ‘the famous cow artist’, to support Mo Morris’s cycle ride to Paris in aid of The Royal British Legion in Tewkesbury. Albert Dosku said “We like to be able to give back to our community as we wouldn’t be here without their support.”

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HEALTHY AND SCRUMMY The UK’s leading healthy cuisine Chef, Adam Palmer popped into Teddington Stores recently, and thrilled shoppers with demonstrations of his dishes with ingredients from the store. Adam has written three books and has appeared on Ready Steady Cook, Masterchef and the Food Network. Presenting mainly food ideas for the sum-

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Hundreds turned out for the first Fete of the season, when Ripple Village held its event to raise money for a defibrillator for the village. Organisers Jon Lewis and Roger Barnfield of The Railway Inn were delighted to see everyone joining in the traditional fun. Attractions included races, classic cars, a

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TEWKESBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th July 2016

EUROPE’S LARGEST ANNUAL MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL RETURNS On the 9th and 10th of July 2016 thousands of reenactors, entertainers and traders from all over Europe will gather in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, for Europe’s largest annual medieval festival. A fantastic and unique day out for all the family, with free admission. Watch hundreds of troops reenact The Battle of Tewkesbury on the original site. Visit the authentic Lancastrian encamp-

ment in the Bloody Meadow, scene of the heaviest fighting in the Battle. Experience the medieval fair, with over a hundred traders and craftsmen. Sample the finest ales

and meads and a wide range of quality catering. Enjoy all day entertainment for children and adults, from falconry displays to medieval musicians. Try your hand at archery or various historic crafts. Join the jeering crowds at the beheadings in Church Street after the battle on

Saturday. Take part in the Grand Parade through the town on Sunday and retrace the route of the troops on a guided walk of the battlefield. The main festival site is located off Gloucester Road, follow the yellow signs for the car parks. Camping at the festival is available, on part of the original battle site,

please contact Tewkesbury Tourist Information for bookings on 01684 855040. To take part in the parade or to get involved in the event please visit

w w w . t e w k e s burymedievalfestival.org and for the latest updates search for Tewkesbury Medieval Festival on Facebook.

NOW FREE ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE! Discover Tewkesbury’s rich and diverse past from pre-history to Victorian times. Explore and enjoy. Rummage in our dressing up box and play Medieval games. Medieval Costume Hire.

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OPEN DAY ABBEY GATEHOUSE Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Saturday 9th July & Sunday 10th July 10am - 4pm In association with Tewkesbury Medieval Festival. Entry to the building is FREE, and we welcome all ages. For more details visit www.landmarktrust.org.uk or telephone 01628 825925.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

THE AVON’S TWIN MILLS At this time of year, when the river meadows are dry and filled with wild flowers, there is no more pleasant place to be than by the banks of the River Avon, writes Jack B. Walker. This easy flat stroll offers takes us to both banks of Shakespeare’s beloved river, and adds a little local history about the mills at Fladbury and Cropthorne.

䡵 Moorings at Fladbury

Use the public car park at Jubilee Bridge. The bridge spans the Avon to link the neighbouring villages of Cropthorne and Fladbury. The original bridge was built in 1887 to mark the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria. Before that time the only way to cross the Avon was by means of a water gate near Cropthorne. This was a series of gates and sluices on top of a weir, which could be closed when water was low, and enable the river to be forded. The 1887 bridge was replaced by the present iron arch structure in 1933.

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Leave the car park and cross the bridge, (1) and look out for a kissing gate on the right (2). Go through into the meadow, and walk along its edge with the road and a wire fence to your left. At the end of the meadow, bear right and then go over a footbridge on to a small island (3). Ahead of you is a bench where you may admire this lovely setting, and read the information boards which trace the history of the two mills here. Fladbury’s Mill is to the left: in front of you between the weir and the lock is the impressive red brick Cropthorne Mill. Go back over the footbridge, but this time go along the river bank (with the Avon to your left) and follow the path back to the bridge. Here is another information board, beneath which are a few fragments of metal which are all that’s left of one of the original cast iron bridge’s supports. Go through the gate (2), and back over the bridge. Turn left up the lane which runs between car park and the Avon. Look for the yellow way-marker arrow on the left (4). Follow the direction through the gate and down to the river. Bear right and follow the river bank until you reach the end of the meadow. Cross a footbridge (5) and bear left over a stile to reach the lock behind Cropthorne Mill. Keep the lock to your left, then cross another stile to return to the river bank. Opposite you now are the moorings of some Fladbury homes whose well manicured lawns sweep down to the Avon. Carry on along the path until you reach the railway bridge, where the path peters out (6). Retrace your steps back to the car park.

䡵 Distance: approx. 2.5 miles, flat, riverside walk (NB: the meadows flood at certain times of year) 䡵 Car Parking: free car park at Jubilee Bridge. 䡵 Refreshments: The Anchor or Chequers Inn at Fladbury; the re-opened Gardeners Arms, Charlton; The Bell Inn or The New Inn at Cropthorne (on the B4084). Picnic area at Jubilee Bridge Car Park. 䡵 Not to scale: OS Sheets 190/205 recommended.

The Illuminations by Andrew O'Hagan PB £8.99 I finished reading this very good novel wishing I read it last year when it first came out and long before it was awarded a nomination on the Man-Booker Longlist. The reason I did not was I did not want to read another story about the conflict in Afghanistan. My loss, one I am pleased to have corrected. The parts of this novel covering the British Army at war are well told. The army language seems to me very authentic. The action and experiences of soldier /grandson, Luke, a Captain, and his platoon realistic and are no doubt a reflection of the life our troops experienced in that campaign. The main story covers Luke's grandmother, Anne Quirk, who is living in sheltered housing in Scotland but as her memory fades needs to be moved into more secure accommodation by her daughter, Alice, Luke and good neighbour, Maureen. We learn a bit about Maureen and her family, about Alice's life and what made Luke choose a career in the army, but it is Anne's story and her involvement with Harry Blake that bring this novel alive. Anne's past is a bit of a mystery, but she spent time in Blackpool, returning for regular visits from

her Scottish home where she was caring for ageing aunts. In Canada Anne developed a burgeoning reputation as a photographer, which she has to sideline to move to Scotland. Then while visiting Blackpool she meets Harry. Luke takes Anne back to the resort for a final visit, during which memories are unlocked, and revealed. The close relationship between grandson and grandmother is finally described, as neither share a closeness with Alice. The back story in Scotland unfolds against Luke's experiences as an officer in Afghanistan and how those actions affect his superior, Major Scullion. Life in coastal Scotland compares with the rough and tumble of Glasgow before the final events are illuminated to us, the reader, against the background of Blackpool, its pier and its famous lights. Selected by: Ian B. Nicholson Alison’s Bookshop & Music Room Tewkesbury

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RYDER FEST FOR TEWKESBURY Tewkesbury Ryder Fest is a brand new weeklong festival, running from 1st - 6th of August, which is being held to raise money and awareness for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. Various events have been organised including a pool competition/music night, a darts competition and a photography exhibition by Phil Nicholls to name but a few. The finale will be held on Saturday 6th August at the Watson Hall with an indoor market and entertainment from 10am. In the evening from 7.30pm there will be live music from A3, The Future Set, Erica and -

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rounding the evening off - [Spunge]. Tickets £7 or

VIP £15 are available from The Anchor. Please email hannah.cooper@suerydercare.org for more information. Hannah is also looking for volunteers to help out and in particular three waitresses for the Saturday evening so if you fancy helping please drop her an email.

Amazing coincidence for GWR fireman Chris Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway fireman Chris Smith discovered an amazing coincidence when he was volunteering at the recent Cotswold Festival of Steam, held at Toddington. One of the eight engines that very engine exactly operating over the 51 years ago - to the weekend was 9F class 2minute - in 1965! 10-0 no. 92214, built at In those days,Chris Swindon in 1959. was based at HoneyChris was to fire bourne and the locomo92214 on 29th May and tive was used for long haul freight. Today the to his astonishment, engine operates on the when he looked back at Great Central Railway his records of when he and made a guest was a teenage fireman appearance on the GWR working for BR, he Chris Smith for the festival. found that he had fired

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Test your powers of recall with six of the best questions in this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Pub Quiz. 1: Which area of London is connected with the infamous ‘Jack The Ripper Murders’ that took place in 1888?

2: Which area of China was under British Crown Rule from 1841 until 1997?

5: Which actor played a radio DJ in the movie ‘Good Morning, Vietnam?’

3: Who was England’s first ‘Million Pound Footballer?’

6: Who wrote a series of children’s books entitled ‘The English Roses?’

4: Which traditional English game, now mostly played in Oxfordshire, involves players throwing sticks at a wooden ‘doll’ or ‘dolly?’

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HISTORICAL GUIDED WALKS, TEWKESBURY: every Tuesday until 30th August, 7pm. Meet outside the Abbey Gates(Opposite The Bell Hotel, Church Street)£4 per adult, £1 school children.No Booking necessary.

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

in specified areas within 3 mile radius of Tewkesbury

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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

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For those with memory problems and their carers/companions. Tea and cakes and singing favourite songs together. £2.50 per person. For more details please call us on Tewkesbury 01684 772559. MOVEMENT TO MUSIC: every Tuesday, 10am-11am, 50+. The Scout Hut, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury. For details, contact Mrs Allvey 01531 650200.

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

TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (2-4pm). For those suffering from memory loss and/or dementia. Advice and support and the opportunity to participate in craft activities and enjoy tea/coffee and cakes for a small donation. Call 01684 296238

THE TEWKESBURY LIBRARY CRAFT CLUB: Free club for people who enjoy chatting and sharing ideas about crafts; sewing, knitting, cardmaking jewellery making while they work. Ask at library or call Deborah on 01684 276503.

TEWKESBURY SCHOOL CAR BOOT SALES: Tewkesbury School Main Car Park, 9.30am-12noon, Sundays 12th & 24th June. Enquiries or to pre-book your vehicle, Juliet.sirrell@tewkesburyschool.org or call 01684 292152

CARE TO SING TEWKESBURY Tewkesbury Day Centre. Second Wednesday of the month 2pm to 4pm.

BREDON CRAFTERS: third Wednesday of the month, from 1pm until 5pm. In the Village Hall, Bredon.

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Church St, Tewkesbury 01684 290555 SAT 2nd JULY: Gavin Lazarus, Royal British Legion. SAT 2nd JULY: John Eselle, The Berkeley Arms. SAT 2nd JULY: JAC, Lakeside Café Bar, Croft Park, Bredon’s Hardwick. SUN 3nd JULY: Bryn Thomas (4-7pm), The White Bear.

FRI 8th JULY: Abba Forever (tribute show), The Roses Theatre. SAT 9th JULY: Reloaded, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick. SAT 9th JULY: Andy Margrett, The Berkeley Arms. SUN 10th JULY: Aquarius (4-7pm), The White Bear.

TUES 12th JULY: Vin Garbutt, The Roses Theatre. FRI 15th JULY: Mr Wolf, Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn. SAT 16th JULY: Chas N’ Dave, The Roses Theatre. SAT 16th JULY: Gravey Train, The Berkeley Arms. SUN 17th JULY: TBC(4-7pm), The White Bear. SAT 23rd JULY: Gravy Train, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick. SAT 23rd JULY: After Dark, Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn. SAT 23rd JULY: Risky Galore, The Berkeley Arms. SUN 24th JULY: Dave C (4-7pm), The White Bear. THURS 28th JULY: Green Diesel with support from Emi McDade; Folk in the Foyer, Evesham Arts Centre.

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Down 1 - Separate into pieces (6) 2 - Monster that changes form during a full moon (8) 3 - Tall and thin (5) 5 - Pieces of correspondence sent through the post (7) 6 - Circular storage medium (4) 7 - Water diviner (6) 8 - Fabricate (11) 13 - Ideas (8) 14 - Dilemma (7) 15 - Decomposes (6) 16 - Nerve cell (6) 17 - Denim (anag) (5) 19 - Small stream (4)

FRI 29th JULY: The Future Set, The Berkeley Arms. SAT 30th JULY: The Outcasts, Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn. SAT 30th JULY: Jibberfish, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick. SAT 30th JULY: Appfest (all day tribute bands festival) The Farmers Arms, Lower Apperley. SAT 30th JULY: Gordon Dean, The Berkeley Arms. SUN 31st JULY: Thunder Road (4-7pm), The White Bear.

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ROYAL CHEER AT THE BROOKSIDE STREET PARTY To celebrate the Queens Birthday, residents of Brookside in Mitton held a fantastic street party and resident Mary Butcher kindly sent in her report and some photographs. On one of the wettest days of the year, Brookside in Mitton held their Street Party in honour of the Queen’s 90th

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birthday. We had games for the children and a fantastic magician, Chris Keightley who entertained the children during the heaviest downpour. They were enthralled with him. They splashed in the flood water and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We partied on until 9pm with everyone saying what a lovely time they had had— despite the weather. Mary Butcher.

TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY Are holding a Summer Exhibition Saturday 23rd July to Saturday 30th July 10am to 4pm (Wednesday till 5pm, not Sunday 24th) At The Methodist Church Hall, by The Cross, Barton Street, Tewkesbury. Refreshments available. Disable friendly. Further details www.t-a-s.info.

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TEWKESBURY’S BOYS BRIGADE AWARDS The 60th annual Display & Awards of the 1st Tewkesbury Boys’ Brigade took place in Tewkesbury Abbey on 18th June in the company of the LordLieutenant, Dame Janet Trotter DBE and other invited guests. All sections put on their own display items ranging from the yellow submarine by the Anchors to a Dad’s Army sketch by the staff. Members of the Company received badges earned during the session, along with individual awards for outstanding contribution in a number of areas. Dame Janet presented 4 seniors with their Queen’s Badge, the highest BB award available, while others gained their Presidents Badge and 5 members achieved their Silver DofE awards. The 70 Company members are now starting their summer programme and potential

new members between the ages of 5-18 are welcome to come along to one of the section meetings to try out the wide range of activities on

offer. Contact the Captain, Andrew Baldwin 07973 327747 or 1sttewkesburybb@gmail.com.

NEWTOWN W.I On a very warm June evening Ruth Lowe gave an informative talk about Mary Quant – Her Life and Career. Ruth has an amazing collection of Mary Quant clothes and accessories and kept her cool even though she was dressed in PVC with knee high boots! We look forward to a return visit so we can hear more. Our next meeting is on Wednesday July 13th when the talk is ‘Hearing Dogs for the Deaf’. Visitors and new members are welcome. We meet at the Boys Brigade HQ, Newtown on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.Telephone 01684 292067 for more information.

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WELLAND STEAM & COUNTRY RALLY 25th, 26th & 27th July. The show with something for every member of the family in the shadows of the beautiful Malvern hills. Woodside Farm, Welland, nr. Upton-uponSevern, Worcestershire WR13 6NG. www.wellandsteamrally.co.uk

WELL DONE DANCE SCHOOL Amy Bastin Dance held their first exam session at their studio in Tewkesbury on the 15th May. Prior to this students had to travel to Bristol to take their exams. The students aged 7 to 17 took exams in tap, jazz and modern. Teachers, parents and students alike were

delighted when they received the results this week: 19 Distinctions and 2 Merits. One parent described the results as “Phenomenal!”. Amy said “We are very very happy teachers. Well done to all of the students and fellow teaching staff for their hard work. It is a fantastic feeling”. The fantastic results are testament to the dedication of teachers Amy Bastin and Jane Kennedy, the commitment shown by the stu-

dents to dance to the highest standards and

supportive parents. Well done everyone!

Georgia Low, Sasha Hicks, Gina Martin and Holly Mae Fraser ready for their jazz exam.

Poopy Radbourne and Robyn Smith with teacher Amy Bastin all ready for their tap exam.

SEVERN UNIT MVS OFFSHORE TRAINING CRUISE Nine members of the Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service took four boats from Sharpness down the Bristol Channel for their annual June offshore training cruise organised by Head of Seamanship Tim Huckvale. Head of Unit Nic Price said “This year we were lucky to have had perfect weather with hot sunshine and calm seas and we had a most successful cruise. We visited Cardiff, Bristol and

Portishead during our trip and were pleased to meet members from Cardiff and Bristol Units during the week.” Nic added “This offshore trip gives members plenty of opportuni-

ty to train in tidal waters and to put into practice all that they have learned about boat handling, navigation, anchoring and VHF work.”

MVS Minerva with Hannah Mae owned by Head of Seamanship Tim Huckvale off the Welsh coast on route to Cardiff.

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LOVELY FLOWERS AND QUIRKY GIFTS A new florist shop was opened in St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane by Town Mayor Karen Brennan. Flowers, Buttons and Blooms is owned by Kate Mason, a florist with 20 years experience, after starting at the age of 18 having had two shops in Roseville and Penn in Wolverhampton. Kate deals with all aspects of floristry for all occasions including cut flowers, arrangements, floral tributes and wreaths, she is also a member of Petal network and, as such, is able to send flowers, locally, nationally and internationally. Kate also sells a range of handmade gifts and other gifts and she wel-

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Stimulate your retirement at TEWKESBURY & BREDON HILL PROBUS CLUB The club offers retired & semi-retired business men the opportunity to enrich retirement by joining for congenial conversation and sharing experiences of varied and interesting Speakers. Talks in July are: July 5th: High Street Histories Architecture in our Town July 12th: Work Aid - Recycle your old Tools July 19th: Belas Knapp & Humblebee July 26th: South Georgia For more information, without commitment, contact Bill Bush (Secretary) on 01684 298419.

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TEWKESBURY COLTS HOST ANNUAL TOURNAMENT Saturday the 11th June saw the Tewkesbury Town Colts hosting their biggest and best annual football tournament so far, with nearly 90 teams competing in age groups ranging from under 7’s to under 12’s. Local clubs from Tewkesbury, Cheltenham and Gloucester mixed with teams from further afield, including Hereford and Droitwich, to create one of the biggest tournaments in the County. Girls’ teams were well represented with separate competitions for under 10’s and under 12’s reflecting the continued growth of this area of the sport. A contingent of children from Alderman Knight Special School were also accommodated by the Colts as part of their philosophy of football for all. A few spells of rain on an otherwise warm day

did little to dampen the spirits of the children who enjoyed emulating their heroes currently playing the Euro 2016 Championship. All teams played a series of group games before the top placed teams moved on to knockout stages leading to finals, in some cases games were even being decided by sudden death penalty shoot outs. A great day out was had by all, especially the under 7's who were the loudest by far when it came to receiving their medals! The Tewkesbury Town Colts were formed in 1975 and are recog-

nised by the FA as a Charter Standard Development Club, currently over 300 boys and girls enjoy training and playing football matches in local leagues. Although the current season is now closing the Colts are already looking to sign new players on for next season – all children from ages 5 to 18 are welcome regardless of ability. If you are interested in playing football in a safe and supportive environment please get in touch via the club web site at www.tewkesburytowncolts.co.uk.

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SHOPPING IN OLD TEWKESBURY

This month we take another look at two more businesses that were trading in 1912 when they were featured in the town guide of the time. Kindly, Historian Derek Round provided the guide, which has allowed us to run some then and now comparisons. The first property belongs to William Bloxham in Church Street, seen here with sides of lamb, beef and pork hanging outside

the shop. Today the shop is a private residence, recognisable by the splendid cast iron work above the window, this lovely dec-

oration is still in place today. There is another doorway into the shop which leads to speculation that it may have been a lock

up and the other doorway gave access to the residence above. Note the cellar grille is still there today.

The second photo is again a butchers and it too today is a private residence.

C.Matthews butcher traded from 78 Barton Street and is next to the current day Coversure

insurance brokers. The name of E Harper may be an addition by new owners as the ad

clearly refers to the Late C.Matthews.

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TIRLEBROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FAIR Friday 15th July 5:30-8pm Activity fun run, go-karts, animal encounters, music, stalls, pocket money games, and food, drinks & ice-cream to keep you refreshed. Fun for all the family!

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TEWKESBURY SCHOOL CAR BOOT SALE Sunday 10th July, Sunday 24th July and Sunday 7th August. 9.30am - 12.00pm (no set up before 9am) £6 per car (£5 pre-booked). £8 per van/trailer (£7 pre-booked). Refreshments and toilet facilities provided by Tewkesbury School. All enquiries and to pre-book your vehicle contact juliet.sirrell@tewkesbur yschool.org or 01684 292152. TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 39

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TEWKESBURY SOLDIERS AND THEIR SACRIFICE AT THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME Local Historian has traced local soldiers and their part in the awful First World War Battle of the Somme. Today the Battlefields in Northern France and Belgium still serve as a reminder of the past and make interesting destinations to visit. The area is now back to the rural farmland and the small towns, just as it was 100 years ago, it is easy to trace the conflagrations of the past and there is much to see and think about. The Battles of the Somme, July 1916 conjures up images of the 1 July - the “most disastrous day in the History of the British Army” with 57,470 casualties of which 19,240 were killed. The infamy lies in the fact that many of them were volunteers [V] in “Pals Battalions”,

when friends joined up together - and then died together. However, this was only the first of 141 days when a series of battles were fought uphill with the German defences dug into indestructible concrete defences at the top of the ridges. In July the ‘Tommies’ struggled from Albert to High Wood in five official battles, suffering 196,081 casualties including 12 Tewkesburians. No county battalions were involved in that first day but some local men were killed fighting for other battalions: Rifleman John Walker [TA], a 41 year old with the London Regiment and L/Cpl. G. M. Topham [V] a former Grammar

School boy serving with the 12th (Sheffield City) Battalion. Like many he survived the first day but died later of wounds. It was 3 July before the 8th Gloucesters [V] reinforced a stalled attack, costing the lives of two of the first volunteers from the Watson Hall: friends Ptes. L. Rossell and H.E. Rowley [V]. Victory adjacent to the high village Contalmaison took 12 gruelling days. Land was gradually captured but losses occurred defending these successes: Gunner W.A. Day [V] was “blown up among the horses”. It was 19-20 July when the first local Territorial Battalion, 1st/5th Glosters moved into the

attack but only at La Boiselle, which it failed to capture and “lost heavily” including Sgt. Henry Cook [TA]. 23 July 1916 was, however, the blackest day for Tewkesburians with 5 killed attacking well-defended high points. The 8th Glosters had reached High Wood but lost the son of the Grammar School headmaster, Lt. S. N. Priestley

[TF]. Pte. P. C. Hawker [TF] succumbed at Delville Wood while Cpl. Austin C. Papps [TF] (son of a leading shop owner) and Pte. T. Parrott [TF] were killed fighting for Pozières Ridge. There was nearby a concrete stronghold attacked by the 10th Gloucesters, volunteers who had survived Loos in 1915; they lost L/Cpl. A. E. Wilkes [V] .

The end of the month saw the 8th Gloucesters still in the thick of it, losing the grandfather-inlaw of Cliff Burd, Cpl. Joseph Walker [V], a week later on 30 July 1916. There were still 110 days to fight in the Battles of the Somme with our town losing 16 more of our Noble Band of Heroes.

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FAMILY FUN CRICKET DAY Twyning Green Saturday 9th July 2016. Come on down and join in all the fun. 12 teams battle it out from 12.00 noon. Face painting, BBQ (supplied by Halfords Butchers) Cream Teas *supplied by Cotteswold Dairies), Cakes (donations welcome), Bar - Village Inn, Raffle, Evening pub entertainer. Organised and supported by The Twyning Village Community Charity Group. In aid of HOPE charity and Headway Gloucestershire charity.

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For a free no obligation survey and quote, call your approved residential installer Visit the John Moore Museum’s latest edition, The Old Baptist Chapel off Church Street in Tewkesbury, and discover how a timber-framed building was constructed Meet a costumed Medieval builder who will let you into the secrets of his craft, from mortice and tenon joints to making wattle and daub panels. Plenty of opportunities for some hands on history and all in a beautifully restored 15th century building, but watch out for splinters and be careful with that twybill! Saturday 23rd July 2016. 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm (last admission 4.30). Admission Adult: £3.00, Seniors & Students £2.00, Children £1.00. At The Old Baptist Chapel, Old Baptist Chapel Court, Church Tewkesbury, Street, GL20 5RZ.

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ALISON’S POP UP CHARITY STALL On Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June 2016, Allison Findlay (of Newtown, Tewkesbury) and Nicola Docherty (of Ingleby Barwick, Stockton on Tees) held a Table Top Sale in aid of Pancreatic Cancer UK, on Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury. We were raising much needed awareness and funds for this little known disease/charity. As a family we were personally affected by Pancreatic Cancer when our father, Howard Gibson (of Newtown, Tewkesbury), was diagnosed in October 2014. Sadly he passed away in October 2015, and we wanted to honour his memory by supporting a charity that would benefit others similarly affected. Every hour, someone in the UK is diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and survival rates have barely changed in 40

years, currently they are at about 4-5%. Our Table Top Sale raised £ 181, and we would like to thank all the people who stopped to generously support us, particularly Allison’s friends and neighbours in the Newtown area. We have also raised

an additional £320 which will also be sent to Pancreatic Cancer UK. The total will also be “gift-aided” so the total should be something in the region of £600£625. Many thanks once again to everyone who gave their support.

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MUSICA DEO SACRA FESTIVAL At the Tewkesbury Abbey from 1st til 7th August. A week of music within the liturgy with a choir of 22 singers from chapel, cathedral and collegiate choirs. Festival Director David Ireson, organist Carleton Etherington. There is no entrance/ticket charge. More details on 01684 850959, office@tewkesburyabbey.org.uk.

Last Night of the Proms Saturday 16th July 7.30pm Tewkesbury Methodist Church Leader-Soloist Nicky Enderby, Soprano Sue Perks Admission by donation in aid of The Friends of Tewkesbury Hospital.

Starting from September 2016 Social Ballroom & Latin Dancing at The Wheatpeices Community Centre, Tewkesbury Every 4th Saturday of the month Please bring your own refreshments £6 on the door

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MAYOR’S GARDEN PARTY The Mayor’s Garden Party almost managed to take place during a break in the rain at Tewkesbury Town Hall. The Cheltenham Ukulele Band played under the shade of a marquee in the garden and when penny sized drops of rain began to fall their audience moved in with them to share the shelter. Tewkesbury Town Mayor, Cllr Karen Brennan, opened the Garden Party with Mike Protheroe and Louise Jones, proprietors of Cards & Gifts who had sponsored the event. Louise said, ‘It was lovely to be able to give something back to the community and support Karen and her charities at the same time.’

Children enjoyed testing their strength on the High Striker provided by Tewkesbury Museum as well as playing with some of the traditional wooden games. The Town Crier was on hand to conducted tours of the Council Chambers and the Mayor’s Parlour, a rare opportunity to view some of the old paintings and artefacts adorning these rooms. Coinciding with

Volunteers Week there were volunteer groups on hand to promote their activities and hopefully to attract new volunteers. Funds were raised for the Mayor’s Charities which this year are Hope for Tomorrow, which is raising money for a new mobile Chemotherapy unit at Tewkesbury Hospital and for Riverside Improvement The Ukulele Band in the Town Hall Gardens Projects. More photos by Jane Adams Photography can be found online at www.tewkeburydirect.co.uk.

FRP Tewkesbury, a Gloucestershire based furniture charity, who work alongside local housing associations and councils to provide basic furniture to those who can't otherwise afford it, will collect any unwanted furniture and electrical items that may otherwise be taken to landfill and resell them to the general public at affordable prices. For more information please contact Jess on 01684 292745.

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A JULY MAKEOVER with Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon This months lucky lady who received a makeover from Emma, is Vicky Joanne who works at Race Spec Ltd. To start with Emma used I prime to even out the skin and then mixed I tint medium and I foundation vanilla to give an airbrushed effect. For Vicky’s eyes Emma applied I colour silver to the lids and then smudged some underneath the eyes, then I flicker liner was applied to the eyelids and to finish them off nicely I flutter black mascara on top and bottom lashes. Emma brushed I glow icepop on Vicky’s cheeks to give a natural glow and for her lips she used I slick Blondie, and Vicky’s new look was completed by having her hairstyled using Eufora. Vicky was very pleased with her new look and said ‘I love the make up’. Any Tewkesbury Direct reader who would like to receive a makeover from Emma can contact her on 01684273005, or call in and see her at the salon.

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SELL IT OR BUY IT AT SARAHS Local Auctioneers, Sarahs Auctions, have relocated to a new large unit located in Northway Lane near to the former British Car Auctions. Holding regular fortnightly auctions, Sarah and Mark Hutchings sell all kinds of goods that have been brought for sale or have been picked up from sellers. Regular house and garage clearances provide a regular supply of household, garden, antique and mechanical goods too. Buying is straight forward with viewing time available 10.30am 5.00pm the day before sale and a 15% commission is paid on each successful sale.

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to create some space at home give Mark a call on 07773 359917 or pop down to one of the sales and try bidding for something you want.

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On the 18th June, It was the Walton Cardiff Fun Day. This was In aid of The West Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. The day started at 11:30 in the morning and didn’t end till 11:00 at night. There were various things to do such as a Bouncy Castle, Beat the Goalie, Tug Of War and much, much more. In the evening various bands took to the stage to perform music. There were some truly amazing bands which performed. This whole event wouldn’t have been made possible if Jack

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NORTHWAY SUMMER FETE This year will see the 8th Annual Fete at Northway, organised by Northway Community Volunteers and it again promises to be a major attraction on Saturday 6th August at Northway Playing Field from 1pm to 5pm. To be opened by Dame Janet Trotter DBE, Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, highlights will include donkey rides, live music, a climbing wall, children’s fair rides, disco, barbeque, tombola, mobile pub, refreshments and many other stalls. Come along, have a

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THE LIVE EXPERIENCE FESTIVAL Saturday 2nd July, 1pm – 11pm at Showborough House, Twyning nr. Tewkesbury. An exciting mix of professional bands and talented young musicians. Tickets £10 for the full day, Under 5s are free. Tickets only available in advance. Limited to 400. To book visit www.teliveexperiencefestival.com. (Some physical tickets available for collection from Showborough House – call Max on 07795 199725). Art Space, Face Painting, Tea Room, Bar, Formal Gardens, Picnic Lunches Welcome, Burger Stall from 6pm

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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

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. Now offering full BBQ selection along with our extensive range.

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

COMPUTER SERVICES

“No Job Too Small”

The

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sales@complexsystems.co.uk

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

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• Fuseboard/Consumer Unit upgrades, part and full rewires, LED lighting, cookers, showers, Alarms, CCTV, Telephones • Part P Domestic Electrician and Which Trusted Trader • Comprehensive service at competitive rates • Covering Tewkesbury and the surrounding villages Call Alan Knight on

Mobile 07801 700254

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BUILDING PLANS

PLANS DRAWN Local Authority Permissions for Extensions, alterations and small building works

GRAHAM HALLETT Architectural Technician

01684 297298 CLADDING & FASCIA

A. G. BONIFACE & SONS LTD Laptop, Computer, Tablet & Smartphone Repairs Whatever Your Device or Problem, We Can Fix It! Free Assessment/Diagnostic Come and Talk to Us in Our Shop or Call or Email Over 10,000 items available in our online store. Everything electrical from Computers to Fridge Freezers 6 Barton Street Tewkesbury GL20 5PP www.complexsystems.co.uk

DRAINAGE

SOLAR PV INSTALLERS

Profit from generating solar electricity at home. We can also upgrade, service and offer maintenance EL or repairs for any solar pv system

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

Tel 01684 295754 Unit G4 Northway Trading Estate, Tewkesbury

GARDENING • Domestic/commercial blockages • Waste pipe unblocking • CCTV inspection/surveys • Environmental surveys • Drain installation, maintenance and repair • Septic tank installation and repair • Now NRSWA qualified

COMPUTER SERVICES

‘Handy Andy’ General Garden Maintenance Grass Cutting - Garden Clearance Weeding - Fence Painting - Hedge Cutting

Call 07521 221713 Excellent and reliable service Fully insured, references available

24 Hour Emergency Call Out Based in Bredon

Tel: 01684 438260 Email: williamrosedrains@outlook.com

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HOUSE CLEARANCE & REMOVALS

10 Fairway, Tewkesbury GL20 8QD

01684 296078 • 07718 605677 We can collect and deliver anything from household items to motorbikes and garden furniture nationwide Fully insured arronsdeliverycollections@gmail.com

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LANDSCAPING & SUPPLIES

PLUMBING & HEATING

Friendly, Reliable, Local, Professional

LANDSCAPING COMPANY • Patios • Fencing • Driveways • Gates • Sheds • Summerhouses

To advertise in

CONSULT THE EXPERTS

Testimonials available - please call COTSWOLD & VALE 01242 620000

call Tewkesbury Direct on 01242 621346 or email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com

Fencing & Landscaping Supplies Ltd Old Sawmill, Evesham Rd, Toddington GL54 5DF

PLASTERING

www.cotswoldvalesupplies.co.uk

PAINTING & DECORATING DEDICATED PLASTERING PROFESSIONALS

• Plastering • Screeding • Ceilings • Partitions • Building Alterations • Rendering • Drywall etc • External Coatings • Free Quotes

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07889 200177

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PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing and Heating Engineers

Mike Spearing Heating Ltd Heating Systems. Boiler Replacements. LPG. Oil. Breakdowns. Servicing. Unvented. General Plumbing. Bathrooms. Tiling. Under Floor Heating. Power Flushing. Over 12 years experience in the trade including working as a Service Engineer for TOP boiler manufacturing company Worcester Bosch Up to 7 Years Manufacturer’s Warranty on selected boilers. Full Public Liability Insurance. Gas Safe and Oftec Registered.

01684 291622. 07786 442500 mikespearing@talktalk.net

• Boiler Installations • Boiler/Fire Servicing

• Landlord Safety Inspections • Breakdowns/ Repairs

• Bathroom Installations

• LPG/Natural Gas

• General Plumbing

• Unvented Hot Water Cylinders

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

07970 680879 or email info@incaplumbingandheating.co.uk

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

R L HOLLEY PLUMBING & HEATING

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

Simon Lannie slservices1@gmail.com

07814741758

Phone: 01684 773783 Mobile: 07972 484197 REGISTER Licence No: 2337437 Reg No: 199878

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

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

• 24 Hour Assistance • General Repairs • Maintenance • Minor Development Work Undertaken Electrical - Carpentry - Plumbing “Flexibility Is Our Strength”

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

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

Thinking outside the box

SATELLITE & AERIAL INSTALLATIONS

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

01684 293480 The Workshop, Red Lane Tewkesbury, Glos

SECURITY SYSTEMS

FREEMAN ELECTRICAL/SECURITY

Most of us, if not all, face problems at some stage in life, writes local counsellor and therapist David Slater. They are problems that noticed that he had jail for the rest of his life. The farmer had a on first sight appear to picked up two black pebThey were standing beautiful daughter who be impossible to circumbles and put them into on a pebble field as they was the very apple of his eye. The moneylender vent and solve. the bag. She said nothtalked and the moneymay have been ugly but However, if we step back ing. It looked as if he lender bent over to pick up two pebbles The he could readily appreand allow ourselves to was guaranteed to win! moneylender said that ciate true beauty and look for all possible The girl was invited to one was to be white and decided that the girl ways out, not just the pick a pebble from the the other black as he had should become his wife most obvious, we may bag. What would you explained earlier.The and the debt would be actually discover an recommend that the girl sharp eyed girl watched wiped off. effective solution to the every movement and You can imagine how problem. All we have to Continued on page 55 horrified the farmer and do is allow our minds to his daughter were when explore and to think outTREE SURGERY the moneylender side the box. explained his plan. He In India, many years persuaded them that the ago a farmer had the drawing of a pebble from misfortune of owing a his money bag would large sum of money to a village moneylender. He decide the issue.There just could not see how were to be two pebbles, he could pay off his conone white and one black. If the girl put her hand in siderable debts. and drew out a black The moneylender was pebble they would marry crafty to say the least immediately and the and told the farmer that whole debt, large as it he would work out a was, would be forgiven. plan to make it possible. If she picked the white The moneylender was pebble she need not the ugliest man imaginamarry but the fathers ble. People would cross debt would still be forthe road to keep out of given. If she refused to his way. Children would pick a pebble at all the run away from him, father would be sent to screaming.

SIGNS & VEHICLE GRAPHICS

INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC INSTALLATIONS SSAIB REGISTERED COMPANY Established 13 years BASED IN TEWKESBURY INTRUDER ALARM, FIRE, CCTV, DOOR ACCESS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR TO ALL SYSTEMS, 24 HOUR CALLOUT

MATT HALE TREE SURGERY

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

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UPHOLSTERY & CARPET CARE

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

Tel (01684) 850496

or 07773 718786 jofiggett@yahoo.co.uk

SIGNS & VEHICLE GRAPHICS

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

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A&R CHIMNEY SWEEP 01684 296078 • 07718 605677

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POLICE NOTES with Police Sergeant Henry Wright

WEBSITE DESIGN

Your holiday checklist You've worked all year for your hard earned holiday and no doubt you're in a rush to jet off to the sunshine, writes Police Sergeant Henry Wright. BUT... An empty house makes a burglars job a lot easier and can ruin your time away in minutes! Please make sure it's a holiday to remember for all the right reasons by helping reduce the risk of your home being broken while you're away by following some simple home security tips...

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS

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• Cut the lawns before you go. Overgrown lawns are a sure giveaway that your house is vacant and has been for some time. • Cancel deliveries of milk, newspapers etc. discreetly – don’t announce your departure to a shop full of people. • Make sure your house looks occupied – if you have closed curtains during the daytime, it will look like no-one is at home. It is worthwhile installing automatic timer switches to switch lights, and a radio on and off • Don’t leave valuable items like televisions or computers in view in front of windows. • Lock the garage and shed with proper security locks, after putting all your tools safely away so they can’t be used to break into your house.

• If possible get a trusted friend or neighbour to look after your home while you are away. Ask them to collect your post, draw your curtains at night and open them in the mornings and generally make the place look lived in. Be prepared to do the same for them. • Ask a neighbour to park their second car on your driveway. • Lock all outside doors and windows. If you have a burglar alarm, make sure it is set. • Don’t have your home address showing on your luggage for the outward journey. Only put this on the inside of your cases. • AND just before you actually set off it’s worth allowing a quiet couple of minutes on the doorstep to check you’ve done all you had to do and taken everything you need with you. • FINALLY... Don't announce your plans on social media.

NEWS BRIEFS COOPER ANNIVERSARY MOTOR SPORT AT PRESCOTT

So you’ve packed your bags, cancelled your deliveries and put your lights on a timer switch… and then you let all of your Facebook friends and your Twitter followers know that you are off on holiday! That’s announcing to everyone, including potential burglars, that your home will be empty. • Make sure that your security settings on your social media

500 CARS HEAD FOR TEWKESBURY’S CLASSIC VEHICLE FESTIVAL Over 500 cars and 200 motorcycles are bound for Tewkesbury School on Sunday 21st August to take part in a classic vehicle festival. The event will take place between 11am and 4pm on the school playing fields in Ashchurch Road (200 yards from M5 junction 9). Organised by Tewkesbury Rotary Club, this year’s event is set to be the biggest yet. There will be live music (including period songs from the Hayward Sisters), over 100 market stalls with everything from jewellery to jam, an auto jumble and automobilia, plus teas, cakes, a barbecue and a licensed bar. Car and motorcycle classics from all ages are expected to be on display. As the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity will be one of the beneficiaries of this Year’s event, its operational base for the day will be Tewkesbury School. For more details visit the website www.tewkesburycvf.org

2016 Marks the 70th Anniversary of the Cooper Car Company. To celebrate this significant anniversary The Cooper Car Club has joined forces with the Bugatti Owners’ Club to organise a celebration of Cooper Cars. The event will feature a range of Coopers from across the years at Prescott, near Gotherington, both as static displays and competing on the hill. The event takes place on Saturday 30th July. For details visit www.prescott-hillclimb.com

DIESEL FESTIVAL AT GWR

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

FOR ALL YOUR GLAZING REQUIREMENTS

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

www.uptonglassandglazing.co.uk

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The award winning Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is holding a three day heritage diesel festival from Friday 29th-Sunday 31st July at its Toddington base. The majority of the GWR’s fleet of heritage diesel locomotives are now well over 50 years old, so the event also pays tribute to the history of British electrical and mechanical engineering from the 1950s and 1960s. The diesel maintenance shed will be open for viewing, where there will also be a special exhibition. For more information and tickets visit www.gwsr.com

accounts are 'locked down' and only accept friend or follower requests from people that you know. • Don’t 'check in' at airports, hotels or anywhere which will broadcast your holiday location. • If you're eager to share your holiday photographs, wait until you are back home to do so. • When you are taking photographs, be careful of the location settings – you could be inadvertently letting everyone know where you are. Above all make sure you enjoy your well earned break.

COMMERCIAL PRIVATE TRADE FLEET WORK INSURANCE

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

EXPERIENCED PANEL BEATERS & PAINTERS REQUIRED

RADIO STATION FOR TEWKESBURY? Darren Crook has come up with the idea of a community radio station for Tewkesbury. Darren, who has connections with the town, says he has always been amazed by the lovely community spirit in the area. Community radio stations can operate on FM/AM frequencies or the internet, subject to licensing conditions. Local community radio stations currently operate in Winchcombe and the Forest of Dean. If anyone wants to get involved, please email Darren at darren782@hotmail.com

TEWKESBURY MOP FAIR DATES This year’s Tewkesbury Mop Fair will be held on Friday 7th and Saturday 8th October.

Established 1982 Opening Times: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm, Sat 9am-1pm, Sun Closed

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

01684 291998 www.autocolourservices.co.uk enquiries@autocolourservices.co.uk

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Here is the solution to this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Quick Crossword, as featured on Page 31. All crosswords are supplied by Clarity Media Limited©. Reproduction or replication of this puzzle in any format is strictly prohibited without prior permission from Clarity Media. For more details visit the website www.claritymedia.co.uk

POSITIVE THINKING

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

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Continued from page 53 do? Can you see a way out ? The girl put her hand into the moneybag and drew out a pebble. Without looking at it, she fumbled and let it fall onto the pebblestrewn ground and straight away it was lost among all the other pebbles. “Oh dear, how clumsy of me!” she said. “But it doesn't matter because if you look in the bag you will find the pebble I left behind and then you will be able to see straight away which one I chose, you will be able to tell which pebble I picked.” The moneylender dared not admit his dishonesty. The girl changed what seemed an impossible situation into one which was full of advantages for her father and herself. Advantages that they were happy to take as it made their lives so much easier and comfortable. Most problems do have a solution, sometimes we just need to think in a different way. It is what we have become used to calling " thinking outside the box".

RAILWAY SOCIETY ON THE ROAD Members of Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society take to the road again this month, with several visits planned. On Saturday 9th July they visit Fencote Station at Bromyard, and on 23rd they take in the Signalboxes at Shrewsbury. Working parties are also planned at Churchend railway. For full details visit www.tymcars.co.uk TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 55

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VILLAGE GEARS UP FOR ANNUAL STREET MARKET

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July has come around again and the people of Overbury, situated just north east of Tewkesbury, are busy preparing for the major event of their Summer calendar.

The annual Street Market, which attracts visitors from all over the area, will be held in heart of the beautiful Bredon Hill village on Saturday 9th July. The market, which has run for almost forty years, takes place between 10.00am and 12.00 noon. During a hectic two hours, there are lots of opportunities to pick up unusually high quality bargains. On the food front there are home produced cakes and goodies from Anne's Pantry, and Overbury Farms Lamb.

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Stalls include the ever popular ‘Going for a Song’ - overflowing with paraphernalia of all descriptions. Other stalls have an interesting range of goods including gifts, crafts, cards, books, hand-made jewellery, plants, toys and games. Whitcombe Garden (a member of the National Gardens Scheme) will be open, and there will be crafts, amazing bacon butties, plus live music, teas and ice creams in Berkeley House garden. Admission and car parking free: held in the village hall if wet.

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Saturday Bra and Swimwear Fitting Event With Lucy Ellis, Bra Fitting Specialist, Wacoal Ltd

16th July 10am – 4pm

Special Offer JOANNA BRA £25 Free Prize Draw! Get Fitted, Love the Shape And Save!!

20% OFF ANY purchase of Fantasie, Freya, Elomi or shop stock Appointments Advised

Proprietor: Pam Thomas - Telephone and Postal Service

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