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his pleinair landscapes: Bredon Hill, Cotswolds, Malvern Hills, Cornwall, Lake District, Morocco, French & Spanish Vineyards; plus abstracts, seascapes, figurative pieces and more.
There will be bargains galore: prints, drawings, oils, watercolours, pastels and acrylics - all very reasonably priced and open to offers before he departs for Japan.
Examples can be viewed here: www.robchurchill.com and @robchurchillart.
After the success of moving the event to the Vineyards in 2023, the Tewkesbury Food and Lifestyle Festival returned as a key event of the summer last year.
With even more exhibitors planned for 2025, there will be a fantastic selection of not only delicious food and drink, but crafts and homeware goods too.
Everything from brownies to jewellery, beer to pottery and pulled pork to home decor will be on offer at the event.
The Festival will be returning on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th June, once again taking place in the Vineyards (GL20 5PG). See page 29 for more.
Also on Saturday 8th June, Bishop’s Cleeve will be holding its everpopular street fair, which will be opened at 12 noon following a carnival procession with a ‘back to nature’ theme.
There will be live
music, Morris dancing, plus a huge variety of stalls lining Church Street and in the library car park. More details
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This new book consists of six short stories, though none are less than 30 pages in length - so long enough to get immersed in and each comes to a conclusion. So I felt I had read a well written and well constructed tale.
The final half of the book is described as a novella following the life of Evelyn Ross who was a prime character in Towles' first book "Rules of Civility" published some five years before his international bestseller, "A Gentleman in Moscow". It is so much more than a novella, that is a misnomer. At over 220 pages it is longer than some novels and could have formed a standalone book.
The opening story rather appropriately starts in Russia in the final days of the Tsar; a very good sampler of the quality to come.
The final five are all American and New York based covering a wide spectrum of subjects including art; some criminal forgery; a weather induced unscheduled night stop-over in a New York hotel; another of marital problems/misunderstandings, and then concertgoers at Carnegie Hall; so all very diverse - each fulfilling. Amor Towles shows his art as a very readable author.
The concluding half is more than it claims to be!
We follow Evelyn Ross after she has left New York and is heading by train for Chicago; on impulse she ends up extending her ticket to Hollywood. She sits quietly reading a novel but after some hours of travelling together she passes the time and endless miles talking with Charlie, widowed and a
retired detective, who is heading home to Los Angeles.
Their conversation alters Charlie's plans and needless to say they do meet up again as Evelyn's story unfolds in amongst the rich and famous of Hollywood, where the story is littered with famous names including Olivia de Havilland.
The Beverly Hills Hotel is the central focus of events that play out amongst the studios, hills and luxury homes of Hollywood. There are a mixture of good guys and bad ones all the characterisations give life and depth to the skullduggery that is played out which makes this section of the book so enjoyable.
A lot goes on, a gradual build up to the events that unfold and form the involvement of Evelyn in the career of Olivia.
Amor Towles succeeds inserting his fictitious characters in the lives of famous names, film studios and of course another internationally renowned hotel!
This book will not disappoint Amor Towles legion of fans, in fact it will gain him more followers.
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Broadway Arts Festival runs for ten days from Friday 6th until Sunday 15th June.
Live music, outdoor theatre, art exhibitions, workshops and more will take place in and around Broadway and the north Cotswoldsover ninety events in all. Details of them all can be found at the website broadwayartsfestival.com, where you can also buy tickets.
June is, of course, the traditional month for one of the most impor-
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tant festivals on the countryside calendar, The Three Counties Show at Malvern.
Voted Show of the Year 2024 by the National Association of Outdoor Events, the Three Counties Show is the UK’s leading agricultural celebration, with over 8,000 animals, family activities, crafts, entertainment, celebrity guests, food, drink and plenty of shopping.
The 2025 show will
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“The men's team will play a normal fixture on Sunday 15th June, a women's team match on Tuesday evening, another men's match on Wednesday evening, and a six a side knock-out on Thursday and Friday evenings,”said Tim Perry.
“On Saturday we switch to a family friendly format with an under 12 competition in the morning [11 am start] and a mixed team game in the afternoon.
“Cask ales and ciders will be served during all matches, with food from the barbecue available too.
“Bushley is a very friendly club playing on the picturesque Green (GL20 6JB) and welcomes new players and, of course, spectators.”
Up to date details are available on the club Facebook page if weather upsets our plans or contact Tim Perry on 07812 179002.
be held from Friday 13th until Sunday 15th June. More details can be found on page 10.
Cheltenham Open Art Week is on this month (7th-15th June) and the weekend of 13th-15th
June is the time to savour steam and hops at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway’s real Ale Festival. See page 43 for the full programme.
June is also a great
month for open gardens - with two picturesque Bredon Hill villages welcoming visitors (see page 20) and several lovely houses opening their grounds for the National Gardens Scheme (see page 12). You’ll find plenty of other events listed in this magazine too - so enjoy June!
Bushley Cricket Club are to expand their six a side cricket and ale festival into a week of cricket this year.
Kaleb Cooper: guest at the Three Counties Show
Throughout the winter months local historian Charlie Booth, has been researching the history of the cricket club. It was always assumed that the club dated back to 1890, however Charlie has uncovered evidence to suggest that cricket in Bredon was first referred to as far back as 1861. So, we are probably older than we thought!
Charlie has put together a wonderful display board that was unveiled by club stalwarts Dave Taylor and Mark Farey, during tea interval at a recent game. The display charts significant dates in the club’s history and ensures that whilst we are focused on the future, we should not forget our past. Bredon Cricket Club 164 years and still not out!
On the field the first team have had an excellent start to the season, winning their first three games and taking maximum points. Winning
results were achieved against Alvechurch & Hopwood CC, Kidderminster 2nd XI and Lye 2nd XI. There were notable performances from local lads Kev Wilkins, Joe Tagg and veteran seamer Si Riches. New signing James Towey showed his quality by hitting 97 against Lye 2nd XI in a game that was won by 253 runs.
The first team have four fixtures in June, away at Chaddesley Corbett on Saturday 7th June, home to Coombs Wood on Saturday 14th June. Away at
Bromsgrove on Saturday 21st June and then a home game against Belbroughton on Saturday 28 the June. Come along and enjoy our home fixtures and the bar will be open to serve refreshments.
Our weekly Friday evening All Stars/ Dynamos training for children, as well as our ladies’ team training is now underway. A great social event for families and every week there will be a different popup food stall as well as refreshments from our bar.
■ Left to right, Dave Taylor, Charlie Booth, Neil Hall (Club Chairman) and Mark Farey
WARTIME IN THE VALE RETURNS THIS MONTH
One of the largest military vehicle and re-eactment events in the country returns to the Ashdown Camp near Evesham this month.
Over 500 military vehicles from World War II together with period displays will re-create the atmosphere of the 1940s on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June.
Without a doubt one of the premier shows of the year, there will be both First and Second World War camps with re-enactments, many different types of vehicle, outstanding living history displays, and a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast (weather permitting).
Around the lanes and alleyways
Explore the heritage of Tewkesbury with an evening stroll around the town’s famous lanes and alleys this summer.
Guided walks will start from Warders Alley (off the High Street) at 7.00pm on Wednesdays 4th and 18th June.
The price is £2.50 and there is no need to pre-book. The walks last about two hours.
In addition, over 60 stalls selling military parts, uniforms, militaria, vintage clothing and collectables of all shapes and sizes will add to the atmosphere.
Live entertainment will be provided all day, plus 1940s dance classes, food and a bar,and a noon-day gun to add to the authentic feel of the period.
Post-war vehicles will also be on displaytanks, classic cars, oil engines and commercial vehicles - plus a children’s fair, arena events and military dioramas.
Vehicle groups attending include the Alvis
Fighting Vehicle Society and the Austin Champ Owners Club.
Visitors are invited to join in the fun by wearing clothing from the times
Ashdown Camp is at Ashdown Farm, Badsey, (just outside Evesham), WR11 7EN. Gates are open at 10am, with day tickets priced at £15 for adults, £12 for concessions and £7 for children (5-14). Family tickets are also available. There is no need to pre-book as payment can be made on the gate.
For further information about the weekend, visit ashdowncamp.com
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In their fourth year of exhibiting together the Fellowship of Fibre Artists are taking part in the Cheltenham Open Studios Art Week. From Saturday the 7th to Sunday the 15th of June Studio 22 Barton St will be one of 78 venues in and within a ten mile radius of Cheltenham open to the public. During that week the four Fibre Artists will be welcoming visitors to view and purchase their original art and designs.
Visitors will have the opportunity to observe the artists at work and speak to them about their ideas and some of the techniques used in creating their unique pieces.
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HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD AT THE WATSON HALL
Don’t Forget! Fitz & Giggles Cabaret Showcase are bringing their brand-new show ‘Hooray for Hollywood’ to The Watson Hall, Tewkesbury on Friday 27th June.
Established in 2022 by Tewkesbury’s very own, Cleeco la Fizz, Fitz & Giggles is immensely proud to be bringing this fabulously extravagant, ticketed show to the Watson Hall - the first ever cabaret and burlesque show to be staged there in the halls’ 114year history.
It features an electrifying performance from burlesque’s pocket rocket and National Diversity Awards 2025 nominee, the incomparable Miss Kitty Ribbons.
There will be magic, mayhem, comedy, and delight with loquacious vaudevillian Mr Al Rudge. Feathers, sparkle, bump and grind from New York’s 22nd annual Burlesque Festival headliner, the sensational Miss Velvet Jones. And not forgetting Marilyn Monroe magic and more from the Champagne Glass showgirl herself, Miss Isabella Bliss.
A ‘Red-carpet-ready’ best dressed competition, audience participation games, special guest appearances, musical theatre interludes, a phenomenal raffle in aid of Tewkesbury Food-
bank, a fabulous merchandise stand and a chance to meet the stars of the show at the end of the night! There are still a limited number of cabaret seating tickets available, priced at £25, and balcony seating at £15 and £10. VIP tables have completely sold out. Don’t miss the event of the year! Book your tickets NOW! Over 18s only – ID required
Tewkesbury RBL’s VE and VJ Day Commemoration
Rod Gurney, Hon Vice-Chairman, Tewkesbury Branch, Royal British Legion informs us of the Commemoration for VE-80 & VJ-80, writes John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society.
Rod said: “A Service of Commemoration and Thanks-giving for VE Day 80, Armed Forces Day, and VJ Day 80, will be held at Tewkesbury Methodist Church on Sunday 29 June, commencing at 3pm.
“This will be followed by an Act of Remem-brance at The Cross.
“Anyone wishing to attend the event, including representatives of local youth and ex-services associations, is requested to contact Rod Gurney, Hon. Vice-Chairman, Tewkesbury Branch of the Royal British Legion via email on rfg7985@outlook.com in order that numbers attending the event can be assessed.”
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13TH–15TH JUNE 2025
The award-winning Royal Three Counties Show returns to the Three Counties Showground in Malvern from 13th–15th June 2025, promising a weekend packed with farming heritage, countryside fun, and family entertainment.
Voted Event of the Year 2024 by the National Association of Outdoor Events, this is the UK’s leading agricultural celebration, with over 8,000
animals, hands-on activities, and more than 100 free family experiences.
New for 2025:
• Atwells Farm Park will debut an interactive
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• A dedicated Pig Village will showcase British pig breeds and farming know-how.
• The Home and Herit-
age Zone will celebrate traditional rural crafts and artisan skills.
• Murf’s Burger School, led by award-winning chef Anthony ‘Murf’
Murphy of The Beefy Boys, will serve up live demos, burger-making tips, and a family burger workshop.
• Fairfax & Favor joins the luxury Royal Parade shopping experience – perfect for a stylish browse and a glass of bubbly.
Returning favourites include livestock com-
petitions, equine events (with 53 HOYS qualifiers), STIHL Timbersports, and celebrity guests such as Kaleb Cooper, Adam Henson, Farmer Will, and Matt Tebbutt.
Advance adult tickets are £24.85, with free entry for under-16s.
Book now at www. royalthreecounties.co.uk or call 01684 584 924.
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GARDENING MONTHLY - with Tim Hoskins
We’re seeing a lot of stress in the garden due to the heat and the drought that have followed the winter, writes Tim Hoskins.
While it would have been better to have had traditional spring weather, It’s better to have experienced these conditions now, rather than during high summer because most plants have been able to cut their cloth accordingly and delay emergence, produce smaller leaves or limit flowering.
Like humans, plants experience stress when exposed to unfavourable conditions. While human stress is often emotional or psychological, plant stress is physiological—caused by factors that interfere with their normal growth and functioning. However, both types of stress share common consequences: reduced performance, weakened health, and increased vulnerability to disease.
Plant stress is broadly categorized into two types: abiotic and biotic. Abiotic stress includes non-living factors such as drought, extreme temperatures, poor soil conditions, or pollution. Biotic stress, is caused by living organisms such as insects, fungi, bacteria, or competing weeds. When stressed, plants may exhibit symptoms like wilting, yellowing leaves, stunted growth, or leaf drop—signs comparable to fatigue or illness in stressed humans.
Managing plant stress begins with prevention. Just as people benefit
STRESS
from a healthy lifestyle, plants thrive with proper care. Providing the right amount of water, sunlight, and nutrients creates a strong foundation.
In the same way humans adjust their behaviour to cope with changing weather or workload, gardeners should adapt their care based on environmental conditions. During droughts, watering should be deep and infrequent to encourage deep root growth. Relocating or protecting sensitive plants with covers or using seaweed products as a stress reliever can help.
Pest and disease management is also critical. Regular inspection allows for early detection. Combining biological, mechanical, and chemical methods—can help control biotic stress without harming the ecosystem.
Finally, native plants or those bred for resistance to local pests and weather may be better equipped to handle stress. In essence, man-
aging plant stress involves a holistic approach: maintaining a healthy environment, adjusting care practices to meet current condi-
tions and selecting plants suited to their surroundings. With these strategies, plants, like people, can thrive even under pressure.
GARDENS OPEN IN JUNE
A selection of gardens open this month on behalf of the National Gardens Scheme. More details on their website: ngs.org.uK
CAMPDEN HOUSE - Fri 6th June. Dyer’s Lane, approx 1/4 mile SW of Chiping Campden. 5 acres around C17 house and tithe barn. 10am-5pm.
FORTHAMPTON COURT - Sat 7th & Sun 8th June, GL19 4RD. 12.30am-4.30pm. Borders, lawns, roses and Victroian vegetable garden surrounding a medieval manor house (not open). Homemade teas. Admission £7.50, children free
CHEDWORTH GARDENS - Sat 7th June, group opening of at least four varied country gardens (10am-5pm). Refreshments and parking available, plants on sale.
BLOCKLEY GARDENS - Sun 22nd June, 1pm6pm. GL56 9DB. Group opening of nine Cotswold gardens. Admission £10. Wonderful views.
ARLINGTON & BIBURY GARDENS - Wed 2nd July (3-7.30pm) and Sun 6 July (10am-2.30pm), GL7 5ND. Parking at Pudding Hill Barn.
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From Bredon to Japan: Rob Churchill’s Studio
Sale & Farewell Exhibition
Rob Churchill is having a Studio Sale at St. Faith’s Church, Overbury, on June 14 & 15, 10am - 5pm (free entry). It marks a move to Japan after 27 years of happy life in the village. The Exhibition includes his pleinair landscapes: Bredon Hill, Malverns, Cotswolds, Cornwall, Pembrokeshire, Yorkshire, Lake District, Suffolk, Morocco, St. Emilion and Rioja; as well earlier figurative pieces, seascapes, Queen’s Heads, abstracts and much more.
There will be bargains galore: prints, drawings, watercolours, pastels, oils and acrylics. Works will be very reasonably priced and open to offers.
Rob was born in Vancouver. A sense of adventure brought him to Oxford to study architecture. However, the call of the wild soon drew him to the Cotswolds to be an artist, later settling in Overbury on Bredon Hill to raise a family.
“The main theme of my creative practice has been to paint landscapes
on-site.
lines and forms that the given light articulates. A painting
typically takes several hours and is pursued with great urgency as the light changes so oftenespecially in the British
Isles. I consider these works to be expressive impressions of a specific place and time. The outcome is as unpredictable as the weather. Each painting takes on a life of its own. Only when I retreat from the location, away from the comparison to nature, can I see if I have something that has the expression, or life, that I seek in my work as an artist.”
Rob’s work has been selected by The R.I.(London) and The R.W.A.(Bristol).
Commissions include The R.S.C. for a work presented by H.R.H. King Charles III (then Prince of Wales). Rob has had many shows in galleries across England; most recently with The John Davies Gallery (Moretonin-Marsh). He has also exhibited in Italy, France and Morocco. Japan is next!
Examples can be viewed by scanning the QR code below or by visiting www.robchurchill. com and @robchurchillart, which will continue to be updated with unearthed gems as he packs up his studio (open by appointment).
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The George Inn, now the Post Office, is one half of a Georgian building on the corner of Red Lane. Whilst its neighbour has a conventional front door, the George had a passage to the rear range of buildings, on a plot which once stretched down to the Mill Avon.
Its early history is obscure, and it may have
1902 advertisement for The George Inn
had another name before becoming the George. The earliest known landlord was Richard Roberts, in 1772.
The most interesting landlord was John Easthope, who ran the inn for a mere two years from 1808. He was the son of
Restoration of the frontage of the Cross House
The Cross house Tavern and the adjacent Jewellers at Tewkesbury’s Cross were, once one.
The Oak frontage, latterly painted black, has been stripped and sealed the result has enhanced, and unified the two businesses with a charming period look.
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Thomas, a barge owner who lived in the nearby Lock Court. Running a pub couldn’t have been to his liking because he left to be a clerk at Hartland’s Bank in Church Street. He’d found his vocation, and within a few short years he was Nathaniel Hartland’s partner. Next, he left for London, becoming a stockbroker and made a very large fortune from speculations. He became an MP and was made baronet by Lord Melbourne. He built a large home in Weybridge, and can even boast a Wikipedia page. He doesn’t seem to have maintained any Tewkesbury links, though.
The George’s most notorious incident was on November 1 1865, when a crowd following the town band down the street, celebrating a Liberal win in the Borough elections, turned into a mob and chased some rivals into the George Passage. The landlord locked the doors, and the rioters tried to break it down, broke the pub windows and attacked vigorously until the police started arresting people. Landlord William Hatherley claimed compensation for the damage from the Borough, and was awarded £15 2s by the court.
The George Passage (now the Post Office door) led to a row of buildings behind the inn; stables, a store, a cottage, and a mooring at the riverside. There was a coal yard on Red Lane as well, and David Vick, who became landlord in 1889 was also a coal merchant. His successor, Charles Smith, was a fruit merchant. He was bankrupted in 1911, and blamed it on the loss of profit when his pub became an Ind Coope tied house. Landlord’s income suffered, and all sorts of income generation ideas were tried. The Birmingham Anglers used it as the headquarters for their huge angling competitions, a Lodge of the Order of Buffalos was established, Quadrille dancing classes were offered, and even rabbit coursing competitions were held. There was a high turnover of landlords. Ellen Sears stabilised things, though, running the pub from 1915 to 1924.
She was followed by retired policeman George Stanton, who had a tragic start to his tenancy when his daughter Doris and her boyfriend drowned in a canoeing accident at Twyning. Unsurprisingly. he left soon afterwards. He was followed by Samuel Baker, who introduced regular Conservative Party Smoking Concerts. After the war, pub sports became popular.
The stable block was converted to a skittle alley and the George saw steady success in local skittles and darts leagues. As the world changed so did the George, until it closed in 1985, with the buildings at the rear being converted to houses. The pub survived for another two decades, under other names, attracting a younger clientele until the inevitable happened, and 55 High Street surrendered its licence.
The George Inn today
In Summertime around Bredon
The villages around Bredon Hill look particularly splendid at this time of year, so it’s perfect timing for ‘gardens open’ and other events in June.
On the second weekend of the month (7th & 8th) over 20 gardens will be open for wandering and relaxation in Ashtonunder Hill - including some which will welcome visitors for the first time. There will be refreshments and stalls too. For more details check out www.ashton opengardens.co.uk
The neighbouring villages of Overbury and Conderton host their garden weekend on Saturday 14th June, from 11am until 4pm.
Admission will be £10, in aid of local community good causes. Children go free, and dogs on leads are welcome. There will be free car parking, with tea, coffee and cake in the Village Hall and pork baps from the Cotswold Smoke Pit.
Also in Overbury on the weekend of 14th15th June, local artist Rob Churchill is holding an exhibition within St Faith’s Church (10am5pm). For details, visit www.robchurchill.com
Saturday 28th June is Kemerton Fete Day, which takes place at the Village Hall and the Workman’s Field from 1pm until 4.30pm.
The event, sponsored by several local busi-
nesses, is in aid of Kemerton Conservation Trust, which manages several nature reserves around Bredon Hill.
Attractions at Kemerton Fete include a bar and barbecue, traditional games, bouncy castle and slide, live music, a dog show and a teddy bears’ picnic.
Beckford’s ‘Sunday Funday’ starts on the Village Hall Playing Field at 1pm on Sunday 29th June. There will be games on the field, a dog show, tombola, skittles, a pig roast, tea, cake and ice cream as well as a dog show. You can even try your hand at croquet!
Bredon Hill is renowned for its excellent footpaths and scenic views, and you can join a Guided Walk on Thursday 26th June, starting at St Benet’s Catholic Church in Kemerton at 2pm.
There will be readings from Housman’s poem ‘In Summertime on Bredon’ on the five mile route.
Advance booking is essential from evesham walkfest.org.uk
Also taking place around Bredon Hill in June is Bredon Wine Fair (Sat 28th, advance bookings from deerpark wines.co.uk).
Overbury village pond and St. Faith’s Church
From Dumbleton to Wormington
The charming villages of Dumbleton and Wormington lie amongst the outlying hills of the Cotswolds, on the edge of the fertile Vale of Evesham, writes Jack B. Walker.
These neighbouring villages are so often overlooked by holidaymakers as they are somewhat off the tourist trail, yet they offer a unique rural charm and character all of their own.
Park with care in the centre of Dumbleton, near the church and entrance gates to Dumbleton Hall (now an hotel). Cross the stile in the hedge next to Nutmeadow House.
Do not join the Winchcombe Way, but take the path on the left which follows the boundary fence of the house, and keep walking along the same line across the field to a gap in a hedge, where you meet a track coming down from Leyfield Farm (1)
Go through the gap and bear left. Do not take the path across the field, but walk down its edge keeping the hedge on your left. Ignore other paths and keep walking until you reach the busy B4078 (2). Go through the gate and cross over to Mill Cottages, which are
opposite. Bear slightly left and look for the drive next to the cottages. Go through the gate and walk down the long drive until you reach Mill Farm (3)
Carry on ahead with Mill House on your right and go down the slope
towards farm buildings.
Mill House was once the home of the celebrated travel writer and war hero Patrick LeighFermor, who is buried in Dumbleton Churchyard next to his wife, Joan. Joan was one of the last of the Eyres-Monsell family, who owned Dumbleton Hall before it became an hotel. Bear right and walk past the old mill on the River Isbourne (to your right) to join the Isbourne Way (4)
The mill was built from Dumbleton Brick: a brickworks was established near the village
during the 1850s to provide building materials for Dumbleton Estate.
Turn left and follow the path across the fields until you meet a lane (5). Go right and walk along the road, over the River Isbourne and up the slope into Wormington Village.
In Wormington, look for the tiny church on the left (6). Take the drive into the farmyard to the left of the church, and follow the yellow arrows. At the last barn, turn left behind it (thus leaving the Isbourne Way)(7).
Walk down the field and over a stile, carry on down, cross over a bridge, walk up the field on the other side, until you meet the track leading to College Farm (8)
Turn left and walk back to the lane. Cross over and go through the gate, (9) following the public footpath sign, down a track which leads back to Mill House, returning to point (3)
Retrace your steps across the fields via points (2) and (1) to Dumbleton Village
Distance: Approximately 3.5 miles, easy terrain.
Car Parking: with respect to residents, near the church/hall gates in the centre of Dumbleton Village.
Refreshments: Dumbleton Hall is currently undergoing refurbishment (June 2025) so is not open to the publicat present. Nearest refreshments are at the Beckford Inn (on the A46) or the Old Post Office and the Eatery at Beckford Silk (both in Beckford village).
Sketch map above is not to scale: OS Sheet OL45 (The Cotswolds) recommended.
Wormington from the churchyard
Dumbleton Church
CROWDS ENJOY TEWKESBURY’S
The sun shone and thousands of locals turned out to enjoy the fun and events at Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend, held on 16th-18th May. Photographer Nick Jones of Tewkesbury’s Photo Studio was there on the Saturday to capture the 70s-themed parade as it passed through the town centre. Can you spot yourself in one of the photographs?
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A BRAND NEW COMMUNITY HUB AT THE HEART OF TEWKESBURY
Tewkesbury’s Black Bear has taken over the Age UK Wednesday Group, and is now running it as the Black Bear Social.
The group, which meets every Wednesday at 10.30am in the pub, is focused on older residents but open to all, offering a relaxed and welcoming environment.
All activities are completely free, subsidised by the pub’s popular Tuesday night quiz.
In May events included a talk by the John Moor Museum and VE Day Celebrations with live music.
June’s sessions will include painting and decoration, online awareness and basic first aid from SARA.
SEVERN UNIT MVS TAKES PART IN THE NATIONAL BIG RIVER WATCH
At the end of April Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service took part in the Big River Watch which was run by the Rivers Trust in conjunction with Earthwatch Europe and is a bi-annual survey of the water quality of our rivers.
Head of Unit Nic Price said “We are grateful to our member Peter Wathen who organised the evening and signed the Unit up to take part in what was called the Great UK WaterBlitz. Our boats were deployed with test kits to sample water in five different locations on the River Avon in the vicinity of Tewkesbury and the results were then re-
turned on line so that the data we collected helped build an accurate picture of the UK’s freshwater ecosystems.
“Our water testing results showed that for Phosphates the river had low nutrient concentrations but of most concern there was a high nutrient concentration of Nitrates which is evidence of nutrient pollution sources.”
■ Test Kit results showing low phosphate levels (clear sample) but very high levels of Nitrates (dark red sample)
■ Organiser Peter Wathen testing water sample
■ Severn Unit members learning how to test the water samples (watched by a curious Swan!)
JUNE EVENTS At John Moore Museum
To reserve your place at these events please call 01684 297174 or email education@johnmooremuseum.org
■ BOARD GAMES DAY
Are you wanting an epic all-day clash, or perhaps just a quick game or two as you are passing by? Either way, why not join us for a fun and sociable day of board games of different difficulties and durations. Perhaps you have a game at home that you would like to play, then why not bring it along! Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available – £1 per person.
Date and Times: Saturday 7th June 2025
- 10am to 4.30pm
Location: Old Baptist Chapel
Booking Fee: No booking required, drop in
■ MUSEUM WALK: JOHN MOORE’S ELMBURY
This literary walk will take you to John Moore’s home town of Tewkesbury, otherwise affectionately known as “Elmbury”. You will be transported back in time, as we explore the places and characters that inspired John Moore to pick up his pen in this 75-minute walk. You will be regaled with readings on Tewkesbury Abbey, the Severn Ham, and the notorious character, Black Sal, to name just a few!
Refreshments will be provided in the Old Baptist Chapel. Wear sensible shoes. Limited numbers – maximum 12– pre-booking is essential. A collaboration by the John Moore Museum and John Moore Society
Date and Times: Thursday 12th June 2025 at 11am. Walk is approximately 75 minutes long.
Location: John Moore Museum
Tickets: Free
Booking: Booking is essential as numbers are limited.
■ LIVING HISTORY: TUDOR TOURS
This living history tour will take you back in time to 1580, where Agnes, a Tudor housewife, will reveal her life and daily routines as you wander through the home she shares with her husband, Thomas. Hear Agnes talk about her childhood on a tenant farm, and of how she came to live in Tewkesbury as a merchant’s wife. You will see where Agnes sleeps, learn about a curfew, a trencher, and you may even get to see a Tudor en-suite! Okay, a piss-pot but there is a story behind every object.
Date: Thursday 12th June
Times: 11.30am & 2.30pm
Location: Merchant’s House
Tickets: Adults £5, Concessions £4 & Children £2.50
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This morning create two beautiful botanical bookmarks using vegan non-toxic epoxy resin embedding dried pressed flowers foraged from the John Moore Museum Grounds. Working with a fast cure resin, these will be ready to take home with you at the end of the day adding your chosen tassels. After lunch (not provided) you will get to work with another type of resin (UV) to create your very own set of jewellery – a pair of earrings (dangly or studs), botanical necklace and ring. If you would prefer to switch an item, you can choose to make a keyring, broach, different style of bookmark or keyring. These will be cured using UV LED lamps and ready for you to wear or box up and take home with you on the day.
Option to make an additional set dependent upon time. Eco sparkles, glitter and pigments will also be available for those
wanting to add a further pop of colour.
Date and Times: Saturday 14th June. 10.30am to 4.30pm. 12.30pm to 1.30pm (Lunch break –food not included)
Location: Old Baptist Chapel Booking: Limited spaces. Tickets available for purchase in the museum or book on the John Moore Museum website.
■ LIVING HISTORY TOURS – MEDIEVAL SPICE MERCHANTS
Discover what life was like for Medieval Spice Merchants, Edward and Annabelle Burton, living in Tewkesbury in the early 15th century. This particular session will be focusing on the benefit of herbs for household and medical uses. Which ingredients were available for purchase? How expensive were spices? Where in the world were the spices grown and sold from? Along which trade routes will our Spice Merchant travel on…
Date and Times: Friday 20th and Saturday 21st June. 10.30am, 11.45am, 2.30pm and 3.45pm. Tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Location: The Merchant’s House Tickets: Adults £5.00, Concessions £4.00, Children £2.50. Tickets include entry to the John Moore Museum as well
■ QUEEN KATHERINE PARR: THE LIFE, LOVE AND TIMES OF THE LAST WIFE OF HENRY VIII
An integrated live presentation of the extraordinary life of Katherine Parr, the sixth wife of Henry VIII. Using music, readings and video to recreate the atmosphere and intrigues of the Tudor Court, we tell the largely unknown story of this incredible Queen and her journey from obscurity to the heart of English history, and on to her final resting place at Sudeley Castle.
Stepmother to two Queens, “Bloody Mary” and Elisabeth I, Queen, Queen
Regent, Wife and Lover, Katherine’s life story resonates through the ages and is a must for all who are fascinated by our country’s dramatic history.
Speaker: Mike Bottomley
Date and Time: Saturday 28th June 2025 at 2.30pm
Location: Old Baptist Chapel
Tickets: Adults £7.00, Concessions £5.50 & Children £3.00
Tickets include entry to the John Moore Museum and Merchant’s House.
■ JORGE JIMÉNEZ –RETHINKING BACH: THE CELLO SUITES
Back by popular demand, but with a whole new programme! Spanish violinist Jorge Jiménez is known for his painstaking and exciting approach, performing music in the style and instruments for which it was composed, from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. He performs Bach’s immortal Cello Suites, in a unique arrangement for violin from 1866.
Jorge Jiménez, on the cello suites: For most people, the music of Johann Sebastian Bach resonates deeply. It takes its listeners on an immersive journey to the very essence of existence. When you hear the mesmerising Cello Suites, you stand alone as in some unique musical cathedral. You become aware of your own insignificance and are led towards a much greater understanding of your place in the universe.
Date and Time: Sunday 29th June at 2.30pm
Location: Old Baptist Chapel
Tickets: £15 per person
TEWKESBURY & DISTRICT CRIBBAGE LEAGUE
A well attended presentation evening took place on Monday at Bredon FC Club, which initially saw the Town Players beat the Country Players 15-12 to reclaim the Town & Country Trophy to continue their dominance in this competition.
Uniquely, every team picked up a trophy, although no team really wants the Wooden Spoon!
WINNERS RUNNERS UP
League C Anchor Cross Keys Inn
Wooden Spoon Woodpeckers
Evan Akers Bredon FC C Anchor
Team KO Gardeners Arms C Anchor
Hylda Roberts Bredon FC
Captains Cup Berkeley Arms Village Inn
Doubles KO Anchor 1774 Village Inn
Singles KO Bredon FC Anchor 1774
Town & Country Cross Keys Inn* Woodpeckers*
* Custodian Team
I do appreciate the choice of a location for our Electric Vehicle Charging Posts had a sense of historical irony by placing them where, exactly 64 years previously, had been Motive Power Depot of the Tewkesbury’s Railway, writes John Dixon.
This was closed after the departure of our last steam passenger rail service in 1961.
One of the locos resting to the left pulled that last train but the visit of the rare 8F must have caused some excitement for local trainspotters.
The tall building of 1960 had been Downings’ Steam Malting until it was taken over by Dowtys in WWII.
It has now been replaced by the Maltings Apartments, built by more enlightened architects in 1986.
When these charging points are, at last, in operation, we can only hope that it inspires another transport revolution which lasts as long as the 121 years of the railway revolution.
For more information about Tewkesbury Historical Society, visit their informative website tewkesburyhistory.org
Monthly meetings, held on the third Thursday of each month, resume in September.
Electric Vehicle Charging Posts Spring Gardens, 2025
Tewkesbury Engine Shed 22B in 1960
PIZZAS CALZONE BURGERS
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QUIZ NIGHT
Wednesday 11th June
In aid ot Mind Safe Haven Charity £10 per team of four. 7.30pm start
Test your powers of recall with this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Pub Quiz.
1: Which comedian’s television show featured the soap opera parody ‘Acorn Antiques’. which was later developed into a West End musical?
2: Which rock band’s classic line-up featured Robert Plant,
TUES 3rd JUNE: Dan Whitehouse, The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX www.rosestheatre.org
WED 4th JUNE: Rich Hughes Jazz Trio with singer Penny Powell Fox & Hounds, Church Street, Bredon GL20 7LA foxandhoundsbredon.co.uk
WED 4th JUNE: Open Mixed Folk Music Session, Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon GL20 7LW (Music starts 8pm)
WED 4th JUNE: The McCartney Songbook (tribute); The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX www.rosestheatre.org
SAT 7th JUNE:
Cwmbach Male Choir. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX www.rosestheatre.org
SUN 8th JUNE: Miranda Sykes and Hannah Martin, Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester WR1 3LD worcestertheatres.co.uk
WED 11th JUNE: Johnny Coppin, Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ everymantheatre.org.uk
WED 18th JUNE: Mike Weaver (plus folk club residents), Dragon Folk Club, Dragon Inn, The Tything Worcester WR1 1JT (Music starts 7.30pm)
WED 18th JUNE: Open Celtic Folk Music Session, Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon GL20 7LW (Music starts 8pm)
THURS 19th JUNE: Fire and Dust - A Woody Guthrie Story, The Sub Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE thesubrooms.co.uk
SAT 21st JUNE: Tala Tarang - rhythm waves live, The Market Theatre, Market Square, Ledbury HR8 2AQ themarkettheatre.com
SAT 21st JUNE: China Crisis, The Roses Theatre,
Jimmy Page, John Bonham and John Paul Jones?
3: Which Indian City is home to the Harmandir Sahib (known as the Golden Temple), the centre for the Sikh religion?
4: What is the longest river in Europe ?
5: Which actor and singer was
Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX www.rosestheatre.org
SAT 21st JUNE: The Drifters, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1QA cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk
WED 25th JUNE: Gabrielle Aplin, The Sub Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE thesubrooms.co.uk
FRIDAY 27thSUNDAY 29th JUNE:
Upton Jazz Festival
Over 50 performances in nine venues, plus free gigs throughout the town and by the riverside in Upton-uponSevern. Full details www.uptonjazz.co.uk
TUES 1st JULY: Keith James - the songs of Nick Drake (tribute), The Roses Theatre, Sun Street,
married to Nancy Barbato, Ava Gardner, Mia Farrow and Barbara Marx?
6: According to the 2024 RSPB survey, what is the commonest bird in the UK?
Tewkesbury GL20 5NX www.rosestheatre.org
WED 2nd JULY: Open Mixed Folk Music Session, Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon GL20 7LW (Music starts 8pm)
WED 2nd JULY: Alex Steele Piano Trio with singer Penny Powell Fox & Hounds, Church St, Bredon GL20 7LA foxandhoundsbredon.co.uk
SAT 12th JULY: Steve Ashley in concert at the Irving Studio Theatre, Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ everymantheatre.org.uk
SAT 12th JULY: This Flight Tonight, Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester WR1 3LD worcestertheatres.co.uk
railway station was on the Midland Railway between Great Malvern and Evesham. It opened on 16 May 1864 and was sadly closed on 14 August 1961.
In our first local history evening we are delighted to host Ian Boskett for a talk at slideshow on the Ashchurch to Malvern railway (via Twyning-Ripple-Upton).
Ripple Parish Hall. Tickets £10 (including buffet) email Alan Spark coldicot@gmail.com
ANSWERS: 1. toriaVic Wood; 2. Led Zeppelin; 3. Amritsar; 4. The Volga (2,294 miles); 5. Frank Sinatra; 6. The House Sparrow
OUT AND ABOUT with Jack B. Walker
TEWKESBURY
BATTLEFIELD WALKS:
Thursday 7th June and Thursday 3rd July. 7.00pm-9.00pm. Meet at the Abbey Lawn Car Park in Gander Lane (GL20 5PG) for a guided walk around Tewkesbury Battlefield, lasting around two hours. Walks are free but donations to the Tewkesbury Battlefield Society are welcome. www.tewkesbury.org.uk
EASTNOR
CASTLE AND PARK:
Castle near Ledbury with delightful grounds, arboretum, woodland play area, playground, knight’s maze and junior obstacle course. Tea room and ice cream parlour. Eastnor Deer Park has extensive walks and its own Woodshed Café. Tickets and information are available from www. eastnorcastle.com
SUDELEY CASTLE
AND GARDENS:
Historic home and last resting place of Queen Katherine Parr near Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. Upcoming events include Father’s Day, June 15th; Antiques Day with Paul Martin, June 22nd and the Fantasy Forest Festival July 18th-20th. Open 10.00am-5.00pm. Get tickets and more information online at sudeleycastle.co.uk
COOMBE HILL
CANAL & MEADOWS
NATURE RESERVE: Canal side walks (above) and an excellent bird hide. Small car park off the A38 next to the Swan Inn at Coombe Hill traffic lights. See www. gloucestershire wildlifetrust.co.uk/ nature-reserves/ coombe-hill-canal-andmeadows
COTSWOLD
FARM PARK: Open every day from 9.30am to 5pm. Last entry 4.30pm. Guiting Power, GL54 5FL. Rare farm animals, attractions and activities to keep all ages entertained and amused. Guided Cotswold Dog Walks and lamb bottle feeding during June. Buy tickets in advance online at www.cotswoldfarmpark. co.uk
COTSWOLD
WILDLIFE PARK: Open every day from 10am until 6pm (last admission 4pm). Cotswold Wildlife Park is now one of the UK’s largest zoological collec-
tions set in the beautiful gardens and grounds of Bradwell Grove, just south of Burford - OX18 4JP. More details at www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk
NATURE IN ART: Museum and art gallery at Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth, on the A38 between Tewkesbury and Gloucester. Closed on Mondays. Details of
what’s on/events can be found on the website natureinart.org.uk
BROADWAY TOWER: Privately owned destination with a 50 acre park, excellent views, landmark folly, red deer heard, shop and restaurant. WR12 7LB, on the A44 between Evesham and Moreton-in-Marsh. Tickets available from broadwaytower.co.uk
Broadway Arts Festival - A
Huge Variety Of Events For All Ages - 6th to 15th June 2025.
Over 90 events across 10 days at venues in and around Broadway in the north Cotswolds. Live music, outdoor theatre, workshops & more.
Starting with artBEAT on the village green, over the first weekend showcasing the work of some of Britain’s top artists, printmakers, sculptors, jewellers, ceramicists, designer-makers and a host of traditional artisans who will be demonstrating their skills & selling their work direct to the public. Creative workshops: Over 35 different workshops for all abilities and ages including painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, dance, woodturning, sculpture and willow-weaving!
Live music in the big marquee on the green. Lance Ellington returns with The Frank & Ella Show alongside Alison Jiear, Northern Soul from The Signatures,
Rock and Roll with Peter Gill & The Good Time Charlies and a Jazz Supper Club on the closing night.
Outdoor theatre on the village green with ‘Hush, Hush’ from the Mikron Theatre Company.Exclusive private garden tours of some the finest gardens in the Cotswolds. Artist demonstrations with nationally renowned artists showcasing their skills.Interesting speakers and fascinating tours with talks and conversations on a range of subjects.
The Great Broadway Paint-Off on 15th June, where talented
artists from across the country spend the day painting in and around the village competing for prizes. Tickets for all the events are now on sale at www. broadwayartsfestival. com/events/. However there are plenty of events before then and tickets are now on sale at broadwayartsfestival.com/ events/.
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Bishops Cleeve Street Fair - Back to Nature
By David Billingham, President Bishops Cleeve Chamber of Commerce.
Once again on Sunday 8th June, the ever-popular Street Fair will be in Bishops Cleeve. The Fair, to be opened at 12 noon by Richard Stanley, Leader of Tewkesbury Borough Council, is “Back to Nature” following the Carnival Procession.
Organised by the hard working Street Fair Committee this will be a real festive day with music from Silver Sambistas, Out of the Box and Tewkesbury
Town Band. From Church Road to the Tithe Barn and Cleeve Hall music will be accompanied by Morris Dancers, Danceworks and Coady Dance.
From 12 noon until 4.00pm Church Road will be lined with a huge variety of Stalls. In the Library Car Park there will be an exciting Funfair.
In St Michael’s Church there will be the nail-biting Teddy Bear Parachute jump.
If you are looking for Games go to Tarlings
Yard where there will be skittles and games. Venture to the Tithe Barn for more fun and across the road to Vistry where there will be a fascinating collection of Classic Cars.
All profits from the day will be divided between the Christmas Lights in Bishops Cleeve, The Butterfly Garden and Cleeve Common Trust.
If you want fun and a great day out do not miss Sunday 8th June.
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Dick Hiorns was virtually unbeatable last Monday in the Singles KO at the Woodpeckers SSC, where he successfully defended his title, dropping just two games all night and going on to win a raffle prize.
The successful defence of the Singles crown has only happened once before nine years ago in the forty odd years of this competitiontough matches, especially in the semi final when they came back from being 2-1 down.
QUARTER FINAL
3 Anchor 1774 1 Berkeley Arms
3 Village Inn 0 Woodpeckers SSC
3 Bredon FC 1 Cross Keys Inn 2 C Anchor 3 Gardeners Arms SEMI FINAL
3 Anchor 1774 1 Village Inn – 1
3 Bredon FC 0 Gardeners ArmsFC FINAL
3 Bredon FC 1 Anchor 1774 TEWKESBURY & DISTRICT CRIBBAGE LEAGUE
Dragon Vets Tewkesbury is fully equipped with a sterile operating theatre, digital radiography, ultrasonography and laboratory equipment. Drop in and have a look around. You will see many of the same friendly faces from our main surgery at Dragon Vets Cheltenham. You can book your visits and pick up pet supplies, food or medications at either surgery if it’s more convenient.
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All Aboard for Tewkesbury’s 2025 Model Railway Exhibition
Following the success of their debut event in 2024, local father-and-son modelling duo Michael and Matthew Wathen are once again bringing their passion for railways to life with a second Model Railway Exhibition at Tewkesbury Baptist Church on Saturday 28th June 2025.
Hosted at the church’s welcoming venue on Station Street, this year’s exhibition promises to be even bigger and better, with a wide selection of layouts that will appeal to railway enthusiasts of all ages. The event will be supported by members of the Tewkesbury Baptist Church as well as
the Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society, whose shared love for model railways is helping to put Tewkesbury on the map for railway modelling fans.
Visitors can look forward to up to 15 layouts in various gauges, showcasing everything from classic British steam scenes to modern
mainline operations, intricate branch lines, and quirky industrial settings - plus a spectacular real life sound O gauge layout of Tewkesbury engine shed as it used to be.
Alongside the displays, there’ll be opportunities to chat with exhibitors, pick up tips, and perhaps even gather
ideas for your own layout at home. The atmosphere will be friendly and informal, making it the perfect outing for all.
The exhibition runs from 10am to 5pm, and with plenty of nearby parking and refreshments available, it’s a great way to enjoy a summer Saturday in the heart of Tewkesbury.
TEWKESBURY
Artist Lloyd Wakeling will be giving a demonstration of Pointillism in acrylic to the members of Tewkesbury Art Society. Town Hall, High Street, Tewkesbury Tuesday, 10th June 2025 from 10.00am to 12pm. Non-members very welcome - entry fee £5. Refreshments available during the interval.
■ Jack Bosketts realistic model of the railway at Tewkesbury Quay, Healings Mill in the Background
■ Tewkesbury Engine shed, now the Maltings
Raise a Glass to the GWSR Real Ale Festival!
day is a ‘Mixed Traction Day’ featuring steam and diesel haulage; Saturday continues the momentum with two steam and two diesel locomotives in action.
Get ready to savour the perfect blend of steam and hops as the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) once again hosts its popular Real Ale Festival, running from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June 2025. In partnership with the North Cotswold branch of CAMRA, the 23rd Ale & Steam event promises a weekend full of heritage atmosphere and west-country flavours. Whether you’re a real ale aficionado or simply looking for a memorable day out, this festival offers a unique way to enjoy the Cotswolds.
Two station bars—at Toddington and Winchcombe—will be brimming with choice: expect up to 25 ales at Winchcombe and 20 at Toddington, including local favourites and guest beers from Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. Ciders, soft drinks, and a range of hot and cold food will also be available. Bar opening times are from 10:30am to around 6:30pm (subject to demand).
On Friday and Saturday, an intensive timetable will see hourly trains running throughout the day, including late services to Broadway and Cheltenham Racecourse. Fri-
travelling, platform tickets are available for just £5. To purchase drinks, visitors must buy beer tokens and a souvenir glass from CAMRA representatives—any
Sunday offers a more relaxed pace, with a standard timetable and a final chance to sample remaining beers from 11:00am until 3:00pm (or earlier if supplies run out).
Entry to the festival is free with a valid train ticket. If you’d like to enjoy the beer without
unused tokens can be refunded or donated to charity.
With a 5% discount on all train tickets booked online, now’s the time to plan your visit. Hop aboard for a weekend of steam, sunshine, and superb ale!
Book now at www. gwsr.com
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Mike’s mission is to help sole traders and small business owners access resources and support to strengthen their operations. Beyond his work with the FSB, Mike fully understands how challenging
it is being self-employed having been owner of MG Executive Travel and Cotswold Chauffeur Hire from 2012 to 2022. After a brief spell working in the recruitment industry, Mike has returned to the world of the self-employed in this exciting position.
Mike has lived in Tewkesbury for 21 years having previously lived in Bishops Cleeve and is looking forward to working closely with local businesses.
To find out more on how the FSB can help you, email mike.gibson@ fsb.org.uk
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We are pleased to introduce our new Dentist, Agnes. We have expanded the practice to meet the needs of our growing customer base. Don’t wait, we will have an appointment available to suit you.
If you have been looking for a new Dentist in Tewkesbury, we can offer our services at a time to suit you. Come in and talk with a member of our helpful team.
Vrajesh Ruparelia, Practice Owner
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Picnic in the Park
Victoria Gardens in Tewkesbury was the place to be on Sunday May 18th. The annual Picnic in the Park event, as part of the town’s ‘Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend’ celebrations was bigger, busier and better than ever.
Live music from Tewkesbury Town Band, the Tewkesbury Pub Singers and the Rock Choir was enjoyed by the large number of people who came along with blankets, chairs and picnics for an afternoon of sunshine and music.
It was a great family event, with refreshments being provided by Sweets and Treats of Tewkesbury, and the Friends of Victoria Gardens held their annual big plant sale, which is always popular and helps support the volunteers to keep the gardens looking good throughout the year.
This year, we were pleased to be joined by sculptor Stephen McRae, who created our wonderful sculpture which welcomes visitors at the Mill Street entrance. You can see more of his unique work at https://www. facebook.com/mcrae.
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To add to the joyful atmosphere, there was a great display of kites on the Ham, expertly set up and flown by local kite flyer Alfie Jobbins. With our wonderful riverside setting, we get a great
view of this from the opposite side of the water!
We’re pleased to be a part of Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend, and would like
a planter to add colour to the gardens, took part in the music, or simply came along and enjoyed the day. It was great to
to thank everyone who supported us in some way, whether helping out on the day, buying a plant or two, sponsoring
see so many people, particularly families, relaxing and making the most of the lovely setting – it’s what the gardens are for!
Reflection Rooms: A New Therapeutic Space Opens in Tewkesbury
A brand-new space for mental health and wellness professionals has opened in the heart of Tewkesbury, at 13-14 Barton Street, by local couple Jon and Kirsty Cartwright. Kirsty is a qualified counsellor, and Jon is an experienced accountant and business advisor. Recognising the need for a dedicated therapeutic counselling space and supportive community in Tewkesbury, they established Reflection Rooms as a holistic haven for practitioners and clients alike.
A Space Dedicated to Well-Being
Reflection Rooms offers a warm and tranquil setting where practitioners and clients can feel at ease. Set in a 16th Century listed building, the history of the building oozes into every room, with exposed beams and a unique character.
Each room has been thoughtfully designed and fully furnished for privacy and comfort. With soft lighting, tasteful décor, and comfortable seating to enhance the therapeutic experience. Additional amenities include a welcoming reception area, kitchen facilities, and flexible booking options to suit different needs.
Supporting the Local Therapeutic Community
Reflection Rooms is more than just a room hire service—it’s a growing hub for local wellness professionals. The space encourages connections between counsellors and therapeutic practitioners, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the community.
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Local counsellors and therapeutic practitioners are invited to explore Reflection Rooms and see how it can support their practice. Private tours are available for those interested in viewing the facilities and learning more about booking options. Rooms are available for regular weekly/monthly rentals, or one-off bookings. With many parking options and local amenities close by,
Reflection Rooms is an ideal choice for practitioners in the area.
For more details, visit our website: www.reflectionrooms.co.uk
Scan our QR code to visit our Facebook page
Reflection Rooms is excited to support the wellbeing of the Tewkesbury community and looks forward to welcoming local professionals to this dedicated space.
WI NewtownVision beyond Sight
In May we spent some time arranging to go on a Summer picnic, visit Hay-onWye, watch the national WI conference online [much easier than travelling to The Royal Albert Hall], join a WI treasure hunt around Tewkesbury, help at both the Three Counties Show and the Wheatpieces Fun Day, voted to support a campaign on Defibrillator Awareness, and did the usual stuff like Who volunteers to make the tea at our next meeting?
But, the highlight of the afternoon was Sana Duncan speaking of her experiences as a blind woman of Pakistani origin.
Born in the UK to brilliant parents who were determined to let Sana shine in any way she chose, they never stopped her doing whatever she wished - buying her a bike, just like her brother, with her mother batting away the criticisms from onlookers, with the simple ethos that “all kids fall over”.
She rode horses too, and swam, and played instruments, along with the other kids. Life then turned when Sana was 11 - the family moved to Pakistan.
Conventional schooling stopped because there was no provision for educating blind children, and there was much less of the useful tech equipment than was becoming available in UK, so she had six years of
unstructured education, absorbing information by any means available,
until when she was 17 she moved back to the UK to board at Worcester College for the Blind [her brother was studying at uni in the UK], worked hard, then moved on to Birmingham Uni.
With a good English degree, Sana found it hard at first to get a job, but a chance encounter at a careers fair got her into a law firm, where she became a solicitor at 29 - just what her lovely Dad had always wanted for her.
She now works fulltime for an engineering company, in their legal department, has two children, and travels abroad a lot, so, after having three guide dogs, she is currently without one. Will that slow her down? Hardly at all. And now she has recently grasped the AI nettle, she is a firm advocate. And apparently she does marathon-running, too. What a woman!
If you want to join us, any 2nd Wednesday except August, at 2pm at the Wheatpieces Community Centre, just drop in, or contact Julie on PullenJ53@sky.com or 01684 301267.
GOLDEN CELEBRATIONS AT PROBUS CLUB
gain fresh knowledge and prove that even in retirement it is never too late to learn new things and keep the brain active.
On 29th April we held our Annual General Meeting where our outgoing Chairman, Paul Miller gave a wonderful valedictory speech about how in our youth we were all
looking to the future with seemingly infinite possibilities, whereas in our retirement we need something to focus our attention, rather than reminiscing on the past, so that we can still learn, still contribute and still work together. The solution to this conundrum is of course membership of Probus Club.
At the end of the meeting Paul handed over the Chairman’s insignia to Brian Ley who will hold office as Chairman for the next 12 months.
We couldn’t let such an auspicious occasion as our Golden anniversary go by without an appropriate celebration and after the AGM, we all assembled at the Gupshill Manor restaurant for an excellent lunch for members and their wives and partners. We had produced several mementoes of the occasion for guests to take away and keep, including celebratory coasters in Probus colours and illustrated memory-jogging cards
featuring significant events that happened in 1975.
The food and drink was excellent and some superb prizes were won in the special raffle. All members agreed that this was indeed a brilliant way of celebrating the last 50 years of our Club and we all look forward to many more successful years ahead.
Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club has just celebrated our 50th anniversary. The first ever Probus Club meeting was held in April 1975 at the Tudor House Hotel in Tewkesbury with 39 founder members who got together to form a club for retired Professional and Business men (hence the name Probus). Since then the Club has developed continuously and is now one of the most successful Probus Clubs in our region, now with 62 members. We all look forward to our meetings every Tuesday morning with stimulating conversation, coffee and interesting speakers who provide us with an eclectic range of topics. We learn new ideas,
By Chris Brown for Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club www,probusclub.net/ tewkesbredon/
OUR PHARMACY IN CHURCH ROAD, BISHOPS CLEEVE IS OPEN EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR
We offer a range of services including the new Minor Ailment Service.
We can supply free of charge, subject to criteria, a range of treatments for coughs, colds, eye infection, constipation etc.
Don’t suffer, pop in and see us.
Badham Pharmacy, 23 Church Road Bishops Cleeve Tel 01242 672653
The Old Engine Shed, Spring Gardens, Car Park
The Restoration & Archiving Trust based at Toddington on the Gloucestershire, Warwickshire Steam Railway have recently received a significant photography collection that they are adding to their archive aid.
The photographer Neville Simms travelled widely throughout Europe photographing many different railway subjects over the years.
In this view taken on the 20th April 1965 we see the railway shed in Tewkesbury after closure and lifting of the tracks. If you are inter-
ested in railway photography, or restoration and conservation of old artefacts and tools then the Restoration & Archiving Trust would love to hear from any willing volunteers.
Scan the QR code to discover more about the Trust’s activities.
Stimulate Your Retirement At Tewkesbury & Bredon Hill Probus Club
Probus Club offers retired and semi-retired professional and business men the opportunity to enrich retirement by joining like-minded people for congenial conversation, sharing experiences, listening to a wide variety of interesting speakers and occasional visits to places of interest.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS IN JUNE:
3 JUNE - A PORTRAIT OF JOHN MOORE: HIS LIFE AND BOOKS (WITH KIRSTIE BINGHAM)
10 JUNE - THE LIFE OF RILEY (WITH MARTIN COLLISSON)
17 JUNE - THE EVESHAM DOGS TRUST (WITH ABBY WATSON)
24 JUNE - VISIT TO THE BRITISH AEROSPACE MUSEUM
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, Steve Tucker on 07803 907243 for further information or visit our website at: www.probusclub.net/tewkesbredon/
With 2 large showrooms to visit for inspiration, and an experienced sales and installation team, we can supply and create exactly what you are looking for.
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Tewkesbury in Bloom
Tewkesbury in Bloom is a group run by volunteers who manage the floral displays throughout the town. TiB is now being organised by a new committee who hope to make the town an even more attractive place to spend time in, whether shopping, dining or just exploring. The new committee wish to extend their thanks for all the hard work over the years to outgoing committee members, especially Chair Karen Brennan, and Pete and Chris Aldridge, who have all worked tirelessly to enhance the streets of Tewkesbury and create colourful seasonal displays throughout the town.
The new group are
also closely affiliated with Friends of Victoria Gardens, bringing most of Tewkesbury’s horticultural displays under the same management, although each area will continue with their own character and identity. One of the ideas we want to focus on with Tewkesbury in Bloom is making a gradual change to more sustainable perennial planting.
Most of the planting plans are already in place for this year, so you won’t see many changes just yet, but there are a few planters and troughs where we are trialling new combinations to find what will work and what might not. The stone troughs at the Back of Avon and the planters in Nelson and Barton Streets are an example.
Our sponsors are very important people and can really help us add appeal to our High Street. To find out more about sponsorship opportunities, please email on: tewksinbloom@ gmail.com or see our Facebook page www. facebook.com/TewkesburyinBloom, drop us a message with your contact details and we’ll get right back to you.
TEWKESBURY ACADEMY ‘GOOD’ IN ALL AREAS, SAYS OFSTED
‘Significant improvements’ and ‘raised expectations’ at Tewkesbury Academy have seen the school earn a rating of ‘Good’ in all areas from education watchdog Ofsted.
A team of Ofsted inspectors spent two days assessing the school, during which time they met leaders from the school and its trust, spoke with parents and pupils, and carried out a ‘deep dive’ into a number of subject areas.
At the end of their analysis, inspectors concluded the school – which has undergone significant leadership changes since its last inspection, including a move to join the Cabot Learning Federation – is now rated as ‘Good’ for its leadership, behaviour, pupil development, sixth form provision and quality of education.
In her report, lead inspector Sara Berry said: “Tewkesbury Academy, with the support of the trust, has made significant improvements to the school. These changes are valued by many of the pupils, parents and carers and staff.
“Networks of support and challenge have enabled the school to make rapid improvements to the standard of education it provides.
“There is a clear drive from the school to continue the school improvement work that has been undertaken. The whole-school community is keen to be part of this ongoing work to benefit pupils.”
Inspectors went on to highlight the work done by school leaders to improve both the school’s provision and its impact and outcomes for students.
On student wellbeing, the report said: “Leaders have ensured the school is safe and that pupils have trusted adults to help them with any concerns that they may have. The school is clear that bullying is not tolerated. It provides pupils with routes to report
concerns so that these can be addressed.”
On curriculum, it said: “The school has adopted and adapted the trust curriculum. This is bespoke and tailored to the needs of pupils at this school. For example, pupils learn about the rich local history of Tewkesbury. Pupils study a broad range of subjects at each key stage.”
On SEND provision, Ofsted said: “The school accurately identifies the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Teachers are provided with the information they need to adapt the curriculum effectively. Where these adaptations are provided, pupils with SEND learn as well as their peers.”
On attendance, inspectors said: “Attendance is a key priority for the school. The school closely tracks absence, identifying and addressing any barriers for individual pupils. This work is having a positive impact. Persistent absence has reduced and there are sustained increases in attendance. The school has the capacity and determination to continue this work to ensure the attendance of all pupils continues to rise.”
And on student outcomes, Ofsted said: “The school is ambitious for all pupils to achieve well. Pupils are increasingly successful in achieving qualifications. They receive the help and guidance they need to choose between future education, employment and training options that are appropriate for their ambitions. This means that most pupils and sixth-form students move successfully on to their next steps.”
Additionally, the report praises Tewkesbury for
its ‘effective’ safeguarding, the ‘sense of belonging’ created by personal development opportunities, and the pride instilled in pupils through representing the school in sport and the arts.
They also noted careers-related activities which help to raise student aspirations, the ‘importance’ placed on reading standards, and pupils’ understanding of ‘tolerance and respect’ gained through lessons in British values.
Leaders within both Tewkesbury Academy and the Cabot Learning Federation have welcomed Ofsted’s findings.
Kathleen McGillycuddy, Principal at Tewkesbury Academy, said:
“We are very proud of our school and of our community. Tewkesbury is a great place to grow up and Tewkesbury Academy is a great place to go to school.
“This report reflects the work we are doing to give all our young people the very best we can and it has given us the determination to keep going.
“This is an important moment for our community and I’m really pleased for all my colleagues and all our pupils.”
Steve Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of the Cabot Learning Federation, said:
“This is an excellent outcome following a period of sustained school improvement since the last inspection.
“Well done to the team at Tewkesbury Academy, which has worked tirelessly, and thanks to the community of parents, carers, and governors who have stuck by the school and supported it throughout.”
■ Principal Kathleen McGillycuddy and students celebrate Tewkesbury Academy’s ‘Good’ in all areas Ofsted report.
Picture: Jack Boskett Media.
month’s ‘RAMBLING AROUND’
Ring THE CHIMNEY MAN now FULLY INSURED - C.I.T.B REGISTERED 01684 273538 Mobile 07801 700254
DAYTIME DANCEwith Cate and George; The next Daytime Dance dates will be on Fri 6th June and Tues 1st July at The Watson Hall, Barton Street, Tewkesbury from 1pm until 4pm.
TEWKESBURY
NATURE RESERVEFree Summer Events on the Reserve! Check our website and social media for details tewkesburynaturereserve.org.uk/upcomingevents/ Facebook: Tewkesbury Nature Reserve Instagram: @tewkesburynaturereserve. Volunteer with us Sat 14th June 10am - 12:30pm and Wed 18th June 10am3pm. Email volunteers@tewkesburynaturereserve.org.uk to join.
TEWKESBURY REPAIR CAFÉ - Held monthly in Tewkesbury Baptist Church, 2-5 pm, next session will be on Saturday 21st June. Please double check before travelling. Bring electricals, toys, clothes, costume jewellery, any-
thing that needs fixing. Tools can also be sharpened. Tea and coffee available while you wait.
TEWKESBURY FRIENDS OF THE EARTH - Butterfly identification talk with Gloucestershire Butterfly Conservation, Mon 16th June, 7pm at Tewkesbury Library. Free entrance.
STONEHILLS COMMUNITY GROUPIf you live on the estate, please get in touch with catecody99@gmail.com
GLOUCESTERSHIRE RECYCLES - For information and useful tips on recycling,visit www.gloucestershirerecycles.com
GDASSGLOUCESTERSHIRE DOMESTIC ABUSE SUPPORT SERVICEFor advice please contact the helpdesk on 01452 726570 or email support@gdass. org.uk The website www.gdass.org.uk also has information and
resources if you are concerned that you or someone you know may be a victim of domestic abuse.
Get ready for TEWKESBURY GOES WILD 2025 - (our third year). Daily events 1st to 31st of July. Events are free, but require booking via Eventbrite. Look out for these on social media and noticeboards in June. Photo above from last year.
Events at the JOHN MOOR MUSEUMBoard Games Day - Sat 7th June, drop in 10am to 4.30pm, £1 per person. Have an epic allday clash, or perhaps just a quick game or two as you are passing by. A fun and sociable day of board games of different difficulties and durations. Perhaps you have a game at home
that you would like to play, then why not bring it along! Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available. Old Baptist Chapel, Old Baptist Chapel Court, Off of Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RZ. Museum Walk: John Moore’s Elmbury - Thur 12th June, 11am, free event, but limited numbers so pre-booking essential. Call 01684 297174 or book on the John Moore Museum website. This literary walk will take you to John Moore’s home town of Tewkesbury, otherwise affectionately known as “Elmbury”.
You will be transported back in time, as we explore the places and characters that inspired John Moore to pick up his pen in this 75minute walk. Refreshments will be provided in the Old Baptist Chapel. Wear sensible shoes. Meet at the John Moore Museum, 41/42 Church Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5SN.
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with Jack B. Walker can be found on page 23
Selected walks by Jack Walker originally published in Tewkesbury Direct are now available online
WHAT’S ON IN THE MIDLANDS
UTILITA ARENA, BIRMINGHAM
9 June: Lionel Richie
19 June: Pulp
21 June: Iron Maiden utilitaarenbham.co.uk
NEC BIRMINGHAM
12-15 June: Gardeners’ World Live
12-15 June: Good Food Show Summer 13-15 June: AnimeCon www.thenec.co.uk
EVERYMAN THEATRE CHELTENHAM
8 June: Julian Clary
9 June: Rat Pack Live 14-15 July: John Cleese everymantheatre.org.uk
THE COURTYARD, HEREFORD
14 June: Ironing Board Man
10 July: Harpland 17 July: Ballet Cymru www.courtyard.org.uk
MALVERN THEATRES
6 June: Jukebox Idols
7 June: Jimmy Carr 27 June: Irish Annie’s starring Ricky Tomlinson malvern-theatres.co.uk
RSC STRATFORD
4-8 June: Hamlet Hail To The Thief 20 June-2 August: The Constant Wife www.rsc.org.uk
SWAN THEATRE, WORCESTER
6 June: Jimmy Tarbuck 12 June: Burlesque worcestertheatres.co.uk
