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Murphy relishing the challenge at Gloucester Rugby

A summer signing from London Irish, Gloucester Rugby prop Dan Murphy’s rugby career could have taken a completely different direction had it not been for the advice of a coach at University. Romford born Murphy has spent his entire professional career to date with the Exiles, plying his trade in the dark and mysterious world of the front row.

However, taking a welcome break from the rigours of preseason training, the 25 year revealed that he cut his rugby teeth as a rampaging back row forward until he was brought to earth with a bump and the transition to front row forward took place! “I was told I was too slow and too fat so, there you go, you’re in the front row by default! To be fair, when I was younger, I was told that you don’t choose the front row, the front row chooses you.” “I left college when I was 18 and went to University, St Mary’s in Twickenham, and we were split up into units as early as freshers week. I started to amble towards the back row group and was promptly told to keep walking and join the front rowers! So, that was the choice made for me.” However, despite the fact that he’s since had to focus on skills such as scrummaging, Murphy feels that his apprenticeship as a number eight still reaps rewards. “Hopefully what I’ve kept from my back row days is dynamic ball carrying and a bit of ball work. People like to see a bit extra from their props these days, not just out and out scrummagers walking from scrum to scrum. They like to see a bit of mobility and ball handling and also to see the big guys score tries so I’d like to I can get a few of those as well.” At a recent Fans Forum at Kingsholm, Forwards Coach Carl Hogg described Murphy as a ‘victim of circumstance’ at London Irish, destined to miss out more often than not due to playing the same position as the club captain, Clarke Dermody. It’s a viewpoint the loose head echoes and he’s keen to make a real impact with Gloucester to make up for lost time. “Obviously I loved my time at London Irish and I’m so grateful to them for giving me a chance and, ultimately, a career.” “But, when England started pushing Alex Corbisiero to the loose head, it pushed another player into the battle for one jersey.” “I wasn’t looking for a way out or anything but when there are two dominant players, including the captain who’s an All Black, who are in favour then it’s difficult to break through.” “It was part of my reasoning for leaving but sometimes you just need a fresh start. I’m out of my comfort zone here, I’m settling into a new area, starting with a clean slate and I’m looking forward to the challenge.” That challenge, of course, involves trying to build upon a 2010-11 campaign when Gloucester finished third in the Aviva Premiership and won the LV= Cup. To his credit, it’s something he’s anticipating keenly. “Teams always say that they want to do one better than the year before and, for Gloucester, one better is the final.” “Every team wants to be there, that’s why you play rugby. This team won silverware last year and still wants to better itself and I want to be part of it.”

“It was an easy decision and, when Gloucester offered me a contract, I jumped at the chance to be in this type of environment. And, after I’d signed, I watched on and saw them reach the semi final and that made me even more hungry to be here.” A long season lies ahead and, given the humid conditions outside and the amount of tough physical work lying ahead, you could forgive anyone for feeling less than enthused but even preseason training is something of a novelty at present. “The way training is structured is a lot different and that’s good because I’ve spent five years doing the same preseason. I’m not saying preseason at Irish was a bad thing, it’s tried and tested.” “But new training, new facilities, a new way of thinking is good for a player. You’re always trying to push yourself, impress the new players and coaches. It’s been good for me.” And, once the training is over, two preseason friendlies (London Welsh, August 20th, 3pm and Russia, August 26th, 7:45pm) lie in wait, games that can’t come soon enough. “I’ve always said that stadiums like Kingsholm are such good places to play your rugby. You get such a good atmosphere, a huge crowd and it’ll be nice to have them cheering for me for once!” “I’m really looking forward to it. It’s a great rugby city with a strong rugby culture and I can’t wait to run out at Kingsholm. It’s going to be a great feeling and hopefully I can show what my scrummaging can do and a little bit extra as well.”

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THE DIRECTORY Fancy a fun-filled activity all the Family can enjoy? Then give Geocaching a try. “Why don’t you switch off your TV set and go and do something less boring instead?” was the irritatingly catchy theme-tune from popular children’s television show “Why Don’t You?” Nowadays, “TV” would have to be replaced with Games-console/Laptop/Mobile phone or the latest must-have electronic gadget we can’t live without.

Geocaching The GPS Treasure Hunt But there is a way to convince the whole family out of the house with an electronic device whilst enjoying a good walk or bike ride in the countryside: Geocaching. This involves tracking down hidden items, or caches, with a GPS device and recording your find. You log-on to the Internet to find the coordinates of the cache, and then use your eyes to locate its exact whereabouts – like a good old-fashioned treasure hunt. Look online and you’ll find videos of cleverly hidden caches – inside sawn-up logs in forests, stuck-up pipes by rivers and even stuffed in plastic bricks as part of the wall of a disused building. They’re usually made up of a logbook sealed in a plastic box or ammo-case, along with small trinkets to keep or swap for something of similar value, and are always found outdoors. And if you’re really lucky, you might come across a “trackable” – a numbered coin or dogtag that’s moved from cache to cache. Each time it is moved, its serial number is logged on-line so it can be tracked. Bought online for a couple of pounds, some have been known to travel

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more than 10,000 miles over 3 continents. Geocaching started in the US after early GPS-enthusiast Dave Ulmer planted a bucket filled with videos, books, software and a slingshot, together with a logbook and pencil, in woods near his house. After posting the coordinates online on May 3rd 2000, his package was found twice within two days after word spread rapidly among the online community. The official Geocaching website launched in September 2000 with the coordinates for 75 caches across the world listed on it. The craze soon took-off and today there are over 1.3m caches hidden in over 100 countries across the globe, with 5 million registered users. And it’s really simple to start Geocaching – just create a free membership on www.geocaching. com, type in your postcode to find caches near you, invest in a GPS device or mobile phone with GPS capability and that’s it, you’re ready. Most GPS devices take you within 6-20 feet of the object so be prepared to spend a while looking for the cache when you arrive there - this is the bit that the kids always love the best. And remember to always respect the countryside where the cache is found – don’t leave litter or damage the environment. So for a fantastic family day out that doesn’t cost a fortune, often set in stunning countryside, why don’t you give Geocaching a go? It’s certainly less boring than watching TV. Be careful of Muggles near a cache though – Muggles are non-geocachers who are sometimes near caches, such as people innocently walking their dog. Cachers try not to reveal what they’re doing to Muggles! Next month, read about some real Geocaching experiences.

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A Local Railway Anniversary Many readers will have enjoyed a visit to the Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Steam Railway and will be aware that at present it is operating in two parts because of a land slip at ‘Chicken Curve’ just to the north of Winchcombe. Thirty five years ago this month a coal wagon derailed at almost the same place and brought about the closure of the original line. My article charts the final years of the Cheltenham to Honeybourne line under British Rail. How many people now realise that until March 1960 it was possible to travel by train between Bishop’s Cleeve and Winchcombe? The journey might have taken just eleven minutes, including a stop at Gretton, but on a weekday there were only five trains and on Sundays there were none. For Cheltenham workers and schoolchildren the trains were very convenient, as they ended at St James’ station opposite St Gregory’s church, but miss the 7.45am train at Bishop’s Cleeve

¹ Tewkesbury Historical Society Bulletin 18 (2009)

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for Winchcombe and you had to wait until 2.42pm for the next one! Miss the 10.17am at Winchcombe and the next train to Bishop’s Cleeve came at 6.35pm! On Saturdays two shoppers’ trains filled those gaps. The line had opened in 1906 as part of the Great Western Railway’s new through route between Birmingham and Bristol to compete with the existing line built by the Midland Railway, but before its fiftieth birthday it was in decline. Bishop’s Cleeve station lost its staff in 1950 and Gotherington was closed completely in 1955, although the buildings survive today in private hands and provide a highlight of the modern journey. Yet Winchcombe station was still staffed and its goods yard remained open until 1964, although the original station The late Bill Potter took this photograph of one of the last trains to stop at Bishop’s Cleeve.

² For more on this station see T.H.S. Bulletin 12 (2003)

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THE DIRECTORY | LOCAL HISTORY and signal box were then demolished within a year, leaving only the goods shed, now the home of the steam railway’s carriage and wagon works. By the end of 1965 Bishop’s Cleeve’s attractive Cotswold stone signal box had gone and so only the station master’s house and a pair of railwaymen’s semis on Station Road serve as reminders of the site of the railway station. However these local Cheltenham to Honeybourne services amounted to only a small proportion of the traffic on the line. Until 1962 a handful of long distance trains ran daily between the West Midlands and the South West and South Wales. Some readers will remember the crack express The Cornishman which ran between Birmingham and Penzance. Until 1965 a dozen summer Saturday trains transported holidaymakers to places like Paignton and Pembroke, but from 1966 the only regular passenger service remaining was the twice daily bubblecar between Gloucester and Leamington Spa, which ran, often empty, until March 1968. This left only the race specials using the southern part of the line until the closure in 1976.

The last Gloucester to Leamington train passing through Toddington on 23 March 1968. (Photo: Tim Curr)

Winchcombe goods yard became the centre for reclaiming the rails. October 1979

We can too easily forget today just how much freight went by rail in the 1960s and 1970s and so the line continued to be used by goods trains. In 1972 twenty trains a day were passing along the line and it was a slow train losing a coal wagon near Winchcombe on 25 August 1976 which brought about closure. British Rail estimated the cost of restoring the line to be almost the same as the value of the metal rails themselves and so the track was removed. It had all been lifted by March 1981 when a group of enthusiasts took a lease on the old goods yard at Toddington since when....... but that’s another story.

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In the Driving Seat

Tips from Gabrielle Swait, owner of Cotswold Chiropractic We are frequently asked about how to prevent aches and pains while driving. This is the advice that our chiropractors give: • The angle between your seat base and backrest should be over 90°. In static sitting a 135°, semireclined position puts least stress on disks and muscles, but it would be difficult to drive in this position, so somewhere in between, generally around 100°, is best. Your entire back and shoulders should lie against the backrest • It is always important that your lumbar lordosis (curve in your lower back) is maintained when sitting. Adjust lumbar support to give even pressure from the seat back along the length of your spine If you don’t have an adjustable one, consider a lumbar roll cushion or loosely rolled towel • Headrest height – this is crucial to protect your neck against whiplash injury. The top of the headrest should be level with the top of your eyes. • Adjust your distance from the foot pedals –

thighs should rest lightly on the seat base. You should be able to depress the clutch moving just your lower leg. • Steering wheel position – do not reach forward so far that your shoulders come away from the seat back. Elbows should be slightly bent. Make sure your hands are not elevated uncomfortably high. • Sitting in a static position for long periods puts stress on lower back structures . Try to break journeys regularly, if only for a few minutes. Try varying your back rest angle if you drive a lot. • Use the seat correctly – sit and drive as symmetrically as possible Driving advice is given by Cotswold Chiropractic, Stoke Road, Bishops Cleeve. 01242 678765. www.cotswoldchiro.co.uk

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THE DIRECTORY | HEALTH & LIFESTYE Now that the long, hot days of summer have faded to memory and the crisp nip in the air has marked the arrival of autumn, the low maintenance, casual and laidback beauty styles that have seen us through last season are in much need of updating

The light covering of tinted moisturiser and sweep of mascara that seemed so effortless yet effective when paired with beach tanned skin, becomes totally redundant when competing with a weather-beaten face. Although the dark nights take a little getting used to, it's not all doom and gloom, as this time of year provides the perfect opportunity to expand your make-up bag, commit to a skin care regime and experiment with some brand new beauty looks. And we've certainly seen some exciting trends hitting the catwalk for this season. All of the top designers have showcased clothing collections full of sumptuous, indulgent fabrics that epitomise winter chic. But these collections would not have been half as effective if not combined with styled make-up and hair that, of course, is crucial in completing the look. The top make-up trends for this season have been established, so all that’s left is for us to take style inspiration and exchange our usual staid beauty routine for a truly inspired new look. Sporting 'swinging sixties' style, Anna Sui focused all attention on the eyes, with thick black lines of liquid liner and superbly volumised lashes, teamed with nude lips and natural hair. In contrast, Oscar de la Renta chose striking blusher shades, heavily defined brows and a prominent pink pout, with hair swept off the face in a classic ponytail; whilst Donna Karan used autumnal shades of orange, tangerine and rust to create striking eyeshadow hues. The nineties were revisited by Vera Wang. Grunge style was re-created with smudgy black liner, roughly applied metallic shadow and frosty pink lips finished with mussed-up hair - in true 'rock chick' style. But the trend that really seems to stand out is classic Hollywood glamour. Adopted by Diane von Furstenberg the look combines ravishing red lips, flawless foundation, a light smoky eye, curled and subtly mascara'd lashes and, of course, immaculately blow dried hair. It's a return to full on glamour that pays homage to a bygone era. The vampish style is undeniably sexy and the vintage edge makes it unquestionably chic. It's sophisticated, classy, refined and totally feminine. As a high maintenance trend you might think that it's all a bit too much trouble, but it’s amazing what a difference embracing even just one element can make - it is well worth a try.

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Working from home An empty nest It hardly seems 19 years ago that the obstetrician looked up from the operating table where she had just finished delivering our twin bundles of joy by Csection and enquired of the room at large: “Has anybody seen my pen?” Oh how everyone laughed! But 19 years ago it was, and now my little darlings are preparing to fly the coop. Well, the daughter is: university beckons, and a glorious career in marine biology. The son has decided university isn’t for him and (if he ever fills in his bloody application form) is only going as far as the tech down the road to study music technology and sound engineering. But now he’s of legal drinking age we hardly see him anyway, so I suppose we shall soon be technically empty nesters. So, then. No more trying to work while daytime TV drones and buzzes away in the next room. No more abstemious Saturday nights because I’m going to be on dad’s taxi duty later on. No more chiding letters from school about missed homework. No more arguments about rooms that look like Coventry after the Blitz (no – that’s not true: the son’s staying). Will it be bliss? Or will all that unwonted peace and quiet translate into loneliness and loss, as some say it does? Whichever turns out to be true, it’s going to be weird. The weirdness has actually been creeping up on us for some time, and their separation has come in well-spaced stages. Our last holiday as a family (the Pyrenees – I recommend it) was a couple of years ago now, and I don’t suppose there will ever be another. They turned 18 and started going drinking with their mates (well actually, they started going drinking with their mates a shade before their 18th, but the less said about that the better). They have jobs, he in a call centre, she in a pizza joint. Weirder still, they developed opinions and ideas of their own, which they expound forcefully despite my status as paterfamilias. So they aren’t afraid of me any more!

This is all cool with me: I’ve loved watching them grow up and become independent. But now suddenly they’re going to have to stop becoming independent and actually be independent and I’m reminded of their very first day at school, however many years ago. We dressed them in their new uniforms and dropped them off at the school gates. As I watched them melt into the crowd of almost-identical five-year-olds I had an overwhelming urge to plant a video camera in their classroom so that I could continue to watch over them and be certain they were happy and unharmed. But somehow they thrived and flourished without my supervision and although there were times when I could cheerfully have punched some of their teachers, I suppose there were just as many times when some of their teachers could equally cheerfully have punched me. So: childhood’s end, and more departures. This time, though, I don’t feel that urge to plant a roving CCTV so that I can watch over them. Quite the opposite, in fact: the things they’re going to do are things I definitely don’t want to see. All I can do now is hope that we, as parents, have given them the equipment they’ll need to survive and thrive. And God knows, the world we’re ushering them into is a damned sight rougher and tougher than the world that confronted us at that age. by Ted Bruning

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The days when gadgets did one thing and one thing only may be coming to an end. The latest tech trend is transforming: devices that change from one kind of gadget to another.

One of the most dramatic transformers is the aptly named Asus Eee Pad Transformer (pictured here). At first glance it looks like any tablet computer: it’s the size of an iPad, runs Google’s Android operating system and does everything you’d expect a cutting-edge tablet computer to do. But if you’re willing to add another £50 to its £379 price, the Transformer will happily turn itself into a laptop. The optional keyboard dock is enormously clever, and not just because it gives you proper keys to type on. There’s a second battery in there, which you can use to top-up the Transformer’s own battery or obtain longer battery life. Attaching the dock gives you another 6.5 hours of useful working time, making the Transformer a capable netbook as well as a great tablet. If you don’t need the extra power, Asus also makes another transforming device: the Slider, a tablet with a fullsized slide-out keyboard. Asus isn’t the only firm thinking that tablets could double as laptops. There’s a wide range of iPad add-ons, including the impressive Zagg Keyboard Case. £80 will buy an aircraft-grade aluminium case that doubles as an iPad stand

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and proper keyboard. It’s more comfortable for prolonged typing than the on-screen keyboard and it keeps your tablet safe too. With smartphones getting more powerful by the month, many models now rival laptops in their sheer processing power - so why not turn them into laptops too? That’s what Motorola decided to do with its Atrix. On its own, the Atrix is a powerful dualcore Android smartphone; team it up with the innovative Lapdock (pictured here) and it becomes a laptop. The laptop is essentially a laptop without the brains: its familiar case includes a normal keyboard, trackpad and screen, but there’s no computer inside. That’s where your phone comes in: there’s a slot behind the screen where you park your Atrix, connecting it to the keyboard and screen and turning your phone into a credible netbook. If you’d rather put the phone at the centre of your home entertainment system, around £30 buys the multimedia dock for easy connections to monitors,

flat-screen TVs and external peripherals, again, enabling you to make your Atrix resemble a traditional computer. There are two problems with the Atrix’s Lapdock, though. The first is the price. At the time of writing it’s being offered online for £250-£350. The second is that the Atrix’s Android operating system wasn’t really designed to work on a desktop or laptop computer. The Asus Eee Transformer suffers from this too, but not as badly: its newer version of Android, Honeycomb, was specifically designed for use on big screens. Previous versions were designed for small mobile phone screens. So is the transforming trend something you should embrace? If you fancy a tablet but like to do some typing, the Eee Pad Transformer is an excellent option and it’s priced competitively too. The Atrix is more of a niche product, though: while the phone itself is often free on reasonably priced contracts, the Lapdock is a fairly pricey add-on. New devices will appear soon, we’re sure: Asus is struggling to keep up with the demand for its Transformer, and where there’s a hit there’s usually a whole bunch of me-too machines following suit.

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Economummy is a new, unique and exciting concept that helps families across Gloucestershire find quality flexible work solutions. Local mum, Hayley Pain, launched www.economummy.com on the 1st of June 2011 to build an online community across the county where families can inspire, empower and support each other, view flexible work vacancies and help mums that have set up a business or charity since the birth of their children raise their profile. Hayley is mum to two gorgeous little girls, meaning Economummy has been developed during just two mornings a week when they are at nursery and any other spare snippits of time she can find: there are many early mornings and late nights! She is totally committed to her new business and since its launch she has had an overwhelming response from families in Gloucestershire with many registering that they are looking for quality flexible work opportunities. Economummy.com provides a place where any business or individual can advertise their part time, term time, job share, annualised hours, one off, adhoc, home working or party planning vacancies. Jobs can be as little as just two hours help through to permanent part time contracts. Jobs are not exclusive to our members or site visitors and open to everyone; advertising ensures you reach a community seeking flexibility. It is also cost and time effective as it costs from as little as £20 per advert and vacancies are easily uploaded on-line. One of Hayley’s main aims is to help promote local Mums in Business (Mumpreneurs) to create a vibrant £conomummy. She says that after the birth of her children her career path changed, a decision by manangers in work that she found totally devastating and wanting to spend time with my children while they are little, started her Economummy journey. It took Hayley 18 months from having the idea to find the confidence to take the leap of faith and launch her own business. “I know just how hard it is to juggle running a home, look after children and run a business and due to these reasons I have created the Economummy Directory. An online place for Gloucestershire Mums in Business that have set up company’s since the birth of their children to list and promote themselves. Many are working part time and on their own and I am committed to helping them raise their profile and create a supportive business community. Anyone can search the directory and use the services listed and help build a vibrant local Economummy.”

The Economummy forum is a place where families can exchange thoughts, ideas and support around juggling work and family life so please log on and ‘Join the Chat’. Each day, Hayley is getting more and more visitors to the site, people becoming members, followers on Twitter and people joining the Facebook page. “The Gloucestershire Economummy is growing and I look forward to supporting more families to find their work life balance.” To find out more visit www.economummy.com

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Beer And Wine 1. Which brand of beer is also the name of a river that runs through Amsterdam? 2. Which American state produces around 90% of all of America’s wine? 3. According to a TV advertising campaign, which beer “refreshes the parts other beers cannot reach”? 4. Who was the Roman God of Wine? 5. Which popular lager has a two word name, the first of which means “star” in Latin, and the second of which was the surname of a brewery owner? 6. The five basic steps in wine tasting are sometimes known as the five “S” steps, where the fourth and fifth steps are “sip” and “savour”. What are the first three steps? 7. From which country does the beer Hoegaarden originate? 8. Well known for producing wine, in which country would you find the Barossa Valley? 9. Which German city hosts the beer festival Oktoberfest? 10. Which two number one singles of the 1980s had the word “Wine” in the title? Answers on pg 55

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THE DIRECTORY | MOTORING

CARS TO ENJOY In Your Retirement You’ve worked hard, looked after the pennies and sacrificed your preferred choice of wheels for family cars. However, things are different now: the children have flown the nest, you’ve got time on your hands and more importantly more cash, so why not treat yourself to a new set of wheels? Retirement is the perfect time to take advantage of lower insurance premiums and empty roads (everyone else is at work), but the hard part is what to choose. Here we take a look at five cars to suit five different needs…

The Grandparents Called Into Duty choice... Audi Q7 Our pick: 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel S Line, £47,290 A large part of enjoying retirement is the luxury of having time to lend a hand looking after your grandchildren. The thing is, little ones come with a lot of baggage, so you’ll need a car that can fit it all in. The Q7 is a great solution. Not only has it got acres of spaces, efficient diesel engine choices and a great specification, it’s also fabulous to drive.

The I’ve Got A Reputation To Uphold choice… BMW 5-Series Our pick: 520d SE Touring, £31,830 The new 5 Series is a marked improvement on the out-going model. It not only looks better now the design has been toned down, but the engines are even more efficient. If you’ve spent your life in the boardroom, you’ll know how good a BMW is and there’s no reason you shouldn’t enjoy a new one now. We’d go for the Touring (estate) version, which looks stunning and has plenty of room too. Just don’t go mad on the options list!

The I’ve Got To Have A Sportscar choice… Jaguar XKR Our pick: XKR Coupe, £77,900 You’ve worked hard for it, so why not splash the cash on something that’ll make an impression at the golf club? We’d resist the urge to buy a Porsche 911 (despite the force being strong) and instead head for a Jag dealership. The XK-R is a cracking car to look at, great to drive and sounds incredible, but above all it’s comfortable. If you really want to blow the budget, find another £6k and opt for the convertible.

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The Chance To Relive Your Youth choice… VW Golf GTI Our pick: GTI, £25,045 The Golf GTI has been a fixture in most of our motoring lives for decades, but we’d hazard a guess that although you always wanted one, it never really fit in with your lifestyle. Well, now’s your chance. The MK6 is the latest version and even though it’s put on a few pounds since the legendary MK1 arrived it’s still very good indeed. The 2.0-litre TSI lump serves up 207bhp, which is good for 60mph in 6.9 seconds and, as it’s built by Germans, it’ll stay the course too.

The Keeping An Eye On The Pennies choice… Hyundai ix35 Our pick: 1.7 CRDI Premium, £19,345 If you’re looking for a car that’s good to drive, comfortable, won’t cost the earth and has a decent warranty, then the ix35 is a great option. Hyundai has really upped its game with this soft-roader in terms of build quality and feel. It looks great and the high-level driving position gives a commanding view of the road. Just beware lead times are long so get that order in well before you want to take delivery.

By James Baggott, editor of Car Dealer Magazine (CarDealerMag.co.uk)

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THE NEW MINI COUNTRYMAN. Not only does the MINI Countryman have 4 doors and easily seats 5 adults, it has more than enough boot space for sports equipment, buggies or medium-sized polar bears. Ambient mood lighting runs throughout, and the rear seats slide to allow extra boot space or more leg room for your vertically gifted passengers. Along with its flexible, spacious interior, the MINI Countryman has a new, dynamic outer. With familiar MINI features and go-kart handling, it offers the same driving excitement that you would expect from MINI. Powered by a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines, the MINI Countryman’s technological wizardry safeguards MINI’s reputation for fuel-sipping performance and surprisingly low CO2 emissions. We’ve new MINI Countryman demonstrators waiting, call our MINI Sales Specialists on 01242 587029 to get your bum behind the wheel for a spin around the block*.

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THE DIRECTORY | HOMES & GARDENS

Wildlife in Your Garden

with Pippa Greenwood

I’m the first to say that a garden consisting of only plants is a lost opportunity. No, I’m not suggesting you cram your garden full of too much paving, decking, shingle or other hardware (and that includes well-dressed meerkats!) but as well as plants, you should encourage plenty of wildlife. Everyone has their favourites and some may even find some forms of wildlife less-than-appealing, but there’s no doubt that having wildlife in and around your plot will add an extra and very appealing dimension… literally bringing your garden to life. Anything you do to encourage wildlife is worthwhile, but here are my top ten suggestions:

Slugs and snails

When you use those little blue slug pellets there is plenty of evidence to suggest that you’re also endangering wildlife such as hedgehogs and birds. Use biological controls, organic slug deterrents, beer traps or copper rings to keep slugs off your plants instead. Pippa Greenwood is a gardening writer, journalist and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s ‘Gardeners’ Question Time’. Pippa gives a wide range of talks and lectures to gardening clubs and societies. Visit www.pippagreenwood.com and sign up as a ‘Friend of Pippa’ to receive a free ebook and regular gardening updates, offers and bulletins. Browse the site to find out more, buy signed books and lots more.

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Insect Cafe

Make sure that you provide plenty of nectar as a vital food source for beneficial insects such as hoverflies, pollinators such as bees, a wide array of butterflies and all those other harmless creatures that might otherwise go short of food. Simple shaped (non-double) flowers, especially those with open centres are best – try poached egg plants, sedums and achilleas.

Corridors of Power

Ground living wildlife such as some of the insects, frogs, toads and hedgehogs to name a few, need to be able to move safely within a garden and also from one garden to the next. Try to arrange some of your planting so that they can safely scuttle from one plant to the next, protected by the plants’ foliage and stems. Large expanses of open space makes life harder for them.

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Birds

Provide a ‘bird bath’ Butterflies start out as caterpillars, and for for birds of those caterpillars to develop there needs to be all shapes somewhere for the adult to lay her eggs. Nettles and sizes to are widely used as a good plant on which the use when caterpillars of some butterflies can grow and they need develop. If your garden is quite big then try to spare a drink or a corner to allow nettles and other ‘wild’ plants to to bathe. thrive. If you don’t like the idea of having nettles in Shallow your flowerbeds, then plant some into flowerpots water and plunge these in a sunny spot near your beds works well and borders – this way you’ll give the butterflies but it will the plant but won’t risk the nettles spreading. need changing and replenishing frequently, especially in hot weather. Make sure that you High-rise accommodation install it somewhere that is well out of reach Vertical planting helps wildlife too. Rather than of local cats and other predators. having bare house or garage walls, or an ugly shed, plant it up. Using trellis or wires to support Garden Chemicals climbers such as honeysuckle you’ll not only have Don’t buy any more garden chemicals – they a better looking garden and have hidden an eyemay seem to provide an easy and quick solution sore, but will also be providing a useful roosting to your garden problems, but most end up and resting place, a potential nest site and a endangering beneficial or harmless insects as source of food for wildlife. well as the ones that you are trying to control.

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THE DIRECTORY | HOMES & GARDENS Wipe out the beneficial insects and you’ll not only reduce the interest in your garden, but may also be killing some of the insects which have the potential to be your allies as they would normally help to control the pests.

Bird Boxes

Bird boxes really help to encourage birds to nest and reproduce in your garden. Try to put some up now as the birds will be used to them by next spring and more likely to occupy them. During the winter months, birds and insects often use nest boxes as roosting places too, hiding and finding protection from the worst of the weather. Make sure that you choose bird boxes with the RSPB or BTO sign of approval, or make your own using instructions from these organisations.

Ponds and Water features

Install a pond or even just a simple water feature and you’ll be amazed by the amount of wildlife it attracts. Dragonflies, damselflies, other insects, plenty of birds and other animals will use the pond or feature as a

drinking place. If you can manage to squeeze in a wildlife pond then you’ll also be providing potential breeding and feeding places too.

Berried Treasure

Plant some shrubs that produce tasty berries or hips later in the year. Autumn fruiting plants, especially those whose fruits last in to the winter, provide a vital source of food for many animals, especially birds. Wild roses, Pyracantha, Crab Apples – all make great garden plants but also provide a useful food source.

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A conservatory extends summer through to winter and and creates the perfect link link A conservatory extends summer through to winter creates the perfect between the house and the But how do you ensure that that this this is a truly between the house andgarden. the garden. But how do you ensure is a truly versatile room, one that’s useable all year round and and that that suitssuits youryour looklook andand versatile room, one that’s useable all year round youryour lifestyle? Katherine Sorrell looks at ways to make youryour conservatory a a lifestyle? Katherine Sorrell looks at ways to make conservatory space that’sthat’s functional, beautiful and and greatgreat to betoin. space functional, beautiful be in.

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Building a conservatory is oneisofone theof the Building a conservatory most popular homehome improvements. most popular improvements. But aside from the question of But aside from the question of whether it will itadd to your whether willvalue add value to your property, will itwill additvalue to your property, add value to your life? Alife? good to start with A place good place tois start is with the overall colourcolour scheme. By the overall scheme. By painting the walls the same colour painting the walls the same colour as theas adjacent room,room, you’llyou’ll ensure the adjacent ensure that the conservatory reallyreally feels feels that the conservatory like part your ratherrather than than likeofpart of home, your home, a last-minute addition. Use the a last-minute addition. Use the floor, floor, too, astoo, a bridge between the the as a bridge between conservatory and the house. Tiled,Tiled, conservatory and the house. Pleated Pleated Conservatory Blinds inBlinds Calming Blue, from £750, Conservatory in Calming Blue, from £750, slate, stone and terracotta floorsfloors are are ThomasThomas Sanderson, 0800 051 54 04; slate, stone and terracotta Sanderson, 0800 051www.thomas-sanderson.co.uk 54 04; www.thomas-sanderson.co.uk beautiful but tend be rather cold cold beautiful but to tend to be rather and hard so it would be a be a andunderfoot, hard underfoot, so it would deep deep red, orange and earthy brown. Alternatively, you you red, orange and earthy brown. Alternatively, great idea scatter one or two greatto idea to scatter one orrugs two rugs couldcould aim for a cool, New New England look by teaming aim for a cool, England look by teaming to addtoinstant warmth and character, add instant warmth and character, white-painted rattanrattan with with cottons and linens in plains white-painted cottons and linens in plains perhaps in a colour used in thein next perhaps in a colour used the next and checks, tongue-and-groove cabinetry and simple and checks, tongue-and-groove cabinetry and simple room room so as to a visual link. link. so create as to create a visual floor floor and table lampslamps with with pale fabric shades. Or goOr for and table pale fabric shades. goa for a With the background colours, soft, English country look by adding chintzy cushions, With the background colours, soft, English country look by adding chintzy cushions, textures and patterns painted ceramics, botanical prints, delicate textures and patterns painted ceramics, botanical prints, delicate established, it’s it’s chandeliers and vases of informally established, chandeliers and vases of informally time to consider arranged flowers. time to consider arranged flowers. the key pieces of the key pieces of Another favourite in a conservatory Another favourite in a conservatory furniture – probably furniture – probably is metal furniture, though it’s best is metal furniture, though it’s to best to a comfortable sofa sofa a comfortable avoidavoid chairs and tables specifically chairs and tables specifically and some armchairs, and some armchairs, designed for the as they can look designed forgarden, the garden, as they can look perhaps a dining perhaps a dining unsophisticated and clumsy; instead, unsophisticated and clumsy; instead, table and – and– and tablechairs and chairs opt for curly, decorative metalwork, opt for curly, decorative metalwork, soft furnishings. soft furnishings. which lookslooks reallyreally pretty, especially which pretty, especially Many Many people choose people choose painted in a soft colour. TeamTeam painted in apastel soft pastel colour. rattanrattan furniture for for furniture with toile Jouy fabrics, old metal with de toile de Jouy fabrics, old metal a conservatory, and and a conservatory, café signs, oversized chocolate mugs, café signs, oversized chocolate mugs, it can it look canfabulous, look fabulous, painted wall clocks and enamelware painted wall clocks and enamelware adding a touch of adding a touch of with French lettering for a for conservatory à la à la with French lettering a conservatory exotic,exotic, Far Eastern style style Far Eastern Francais. Francais. to theto room. To emphasise this look, the room. To emphasise this look, For a For more contemporary effect, faux faux wicker furniture a more contemporary effect, wicker furniture accessorise with wooden boxesboxes with with accessorise with wooden (for both and out) in allin sorts of of (for inside both inside andnow out) comes now comes all sorts large brass handles (handy for coffee large brass handles (handy for coffee vivid vivid colours and surprisingly sculptural shapes, whilewhile colours and surprisingly sculptural shapes, tables), woven baskets, carvedtables), woven baskets, carvedfabrics, which resistresist staining and fading and and high-tech fabrics, which staining and fading stone stone buddhas or elephants, paperpaper high-tech buddhas or elephants, allowallow you to include upholstered are water-resistant, you to include upholstered lanterns and carved-wood mirrors. lanterns and carved-wood mirrors.are water-resistant, – so you go for long and lean furniture – socould you could go for long and sofas, lean sofas, For blinds, cushions and throws, For blinds, cushions and throws, furniture modular forms. The finishing or European-inspired, modular forms. The finishing choose fabrics in sand, mustard, choose fabrics in sand, mustard, or European-inspired,

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THE DIRECTORY | HOMES & GARDENS touches for this should be sleek, chicchic touches for look this look should be sleek, and minimal – an–oversized floorfloor lamp, and minimal an oversized lamp, perhaps; a piece or two in acrylic (maybe perhaps; a piece or two in acrylic (maybe a curved coffee tabletable or a or dining chair), a a curved coffee a dining chair), a modern chandelier and and maybe some framed modern chandelier maybe some framed black-and-white photographs. AndAnd there you you black-and-white photographs. there havehave it: glamorous or laid back, traditional or or it: glamorous or laid back, traditional modern, the decoration of your conservatory modern, the decoration of your conservatory can reflect youryour personal stylestyle and and really make can reflect personal really make this room an integral part part of your home. this room an integral of your home.

Use your conservatory all year round Use your conservatory all year round Heating is essential if you planplan to use Heating is essential if you to your use your conservatory in winter, and and this this is something conservatory in winter, is something that’sthat’s ideally considered at the ideally considered at planning the planning stagestage – though a retrofit is always possible. – though a retrofit is always possible. The options are simply to extend youryour The options are simply to extend current central heating to the current central heating to conservatory, the conservatory, placing radiators against the dwarf walls, placing radiators against the dwarf walls, or toor fitto underfloor heating, in the of of fit underfloor heating, in form the form John Lewis Nomad conservatory furniture, John Lewis Nomad conservatory furniture, 0845608456 049 049; either warm-water pipes or electric cables. 049www.johnlewis.com 049; www.johnlewis.com either warm-water pipes or electric cables. Some systems use convectors, set under Some systems use convectors, set under provide a cool waftwaft of air a central ceiling provide a cool of with air with a central ceiling the perimeter of the and and covered withwith the perimeter offloor the floor covered fan, fan, and and block dazzling sunlight with blinds, block dazzling sunlight with blinds, decorative grilles. decorative grilles. which will will control the the heatheat in the summer andand which control in the summer In the months, youryour main Insummer the summer months, main insulate in the Choose from pleated, insulate in winter. the winter. Choose from pleated, consideration will be keep the conservatory consideration willtobe to keep the conservatory roller or roman blinds, vertical andand Venetians, roller or roman blinds, vertical Venetians, cool cool enough to betopleasant to sittoin. enough be pleasant sitAs in.well As well wood-weave or simple calico, in colours to to wood-weave or simple calico, in colours as opening windows and and vents, you you can can as opening windows vents, suit suit youryour décor. décor. by Katherine Sorrell by Katherine Sorrell

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A Proverbial Life... Look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves

Bargain Hunting Every evening, at around 6.30pm, my local supermarket helps me to save...I think. Those items nearing their ‘sell by date’ are reduced – drastically – in price. Nothing seems to be off limits: fresh salads, lamb chops, curries, scotch eggs (there’s always lots of scotch eggs – does no-one eat them anymore?), sandwiches, etc. Thus you can nab all sorts of bargains: if you’re in the right place at the right time. Now remember that phrase: ‘Right place at the right time’. By 6.30pm I’m in the supermarket, basket in hand and hovering. The ability to hover is crucial to the success of the operation. If you fail to hover in the right place at the right time then you are doomed for failure. I normally hover around the low fat yogurts; you don’t often get interrupted by anyone wanting to buy one. It’s also useful if you can appear to be engrossed in something whilst, in reality, your attention is elsewhere. For example, whilst I appear to be debating the merits of ‘low fat’ versus ‘no fat’, I am in reality waiting for ‘The Door’ to open. It is through this door that ‘He’ will come, carrying with him a list of items to be reduced and a hand held computer loaded with bright yellow stickers. ‘He’ will then pick out those goods and place them in a trolley. It’s very important that he’s not interrupted at this stage. ‘He’ won’t start to make reductions until all the necessary items have been selected and is likely to disappear back through the door if you ask: “Oh,

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Solar Power –

Hot idea or hot air? Although most people have good intentions when it comes to being ‘green’, any incentive that ties an environmental initiative with a way of saving money is much more likely to turn those intentions into action. With the April 2010 introduction of a government scheme called FITs, solar power is exactly that combination and has become very popular over the last year. If you are wondering if solar energy could be a good choice for you, here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions.

What are the basic requirements for solar panels? The main requirement – rather obviously – is that the panels have maximum exposure to light. They are generally put on the roof because they won’t be blocked by objects, trees and other buildings. The roof should ideally be south facing and although it is possible to use a roof that’s between due east and south, or between due west and south, the further away from true south you are, the less output you are likely to achieve. Solar panels need light so less electricity will be generated on shorter winter days and although they will work on cloudy days, the performance will be reduced compared to a sunny day. Finally, although the north of the country naturally receives less sunshine than the south, they do have longer days in the summer. The north won’t be able to benefit quite as much as the south but it is still worthwhile.

Can I cut my electricity bill to zero? Perhaps one of the prime misconceptions about solar energy is that you will no longer have an electricity bill. Unfortunately this is not true as you will not be generating energy when it is dark, yet are still likely to be using it with your television, computers and even the fridge and kettle. Most domestic installations have little or no capacity to store electricity. It is recommended therefore that you make use of your electrical appliances during the day so you are using your own generated electricity rather than having to take power from the national grid which will be charged to your usual bill. For example you would use your washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and possibly the oven in the daytime rather than the evening.

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What’s the government’s incentive scheme? The government’s Feed-in Tariff (FITs) scheme became available in the UK (except Northern Ireland) in April 2010. The scheme guarantees a minimum payment for all electricity generated (the generation tariff) whether you are using it for yourself or not. Then there’s an additional payment (export tariff) for the electricity exported to the National Grid. Tariffs are even index-linked so the income will hold its value for the entire life of your system. The total amount of electricity generated is measured by a meter in your property. But measuring the amount of electricity you are exporting to the grid is usually either not possible or not financially viable (for domestic installations) so in most cases it is assumed that you are exporting 50% of all electricity you generate and your payment will be based on that.

How much can I save? The Energy Saving Trust gives the following example of potential cost savings (per annum): Generation tariff £800 Export tariff £30 Reduction in current electricity bills £120 TOTAL £950. Installation size of 2.2kWp. Based on a tariff rate of 43.3p/kWp, export rate of 3p. This is a great return on your investment (typically 8 – 12%) and certainly higher than most savings plans. Of course the one little caveat here is that you no longer have your capital sum to draw on if money is a bit tight. You will have increased the value of your property, but it is unlikely you will want to sell up just to tide you over a short term budget shortfall. Cont’d on p50

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What about water heating? If your water is usually stored in a cylinder and is heated by either electricity or gas, you could also benefit from installing a second type of solar panel which heats water. Unlike electricity which is difficult to store, storing heat is much easier and it’s likely you already do this anyway so that you can always have hot water on demand. You will need some checks made on your home water heating arrangements to see if it would be suitable.

Could I change my heating system over to solar?

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What are the costs?

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as the scaffolding requirement will be less. But a budget of between £4,000 and £14,000 will cover most standard domestic installations.

How do I choose who to do my installation for me? As with any other significant property work, choose a reputable company and preferably a local one. Ensure you have carried out some basic research on the technology before you invite a company to quote so that you can gauge if they are knowledgeable and that the potential returns aren’t being exaggerated. Ask for references from other customers in the area. Finally look for accreditations. MCS is a quality assurance scheme which demonstrates that the company is committed to meeting rigorous and tested standards and The REAL (Renewable Energy Assurance Ltd) Scheme is a sign that the company has agreed to abide by high standards set out in the REAL consumer code. And ensure your installer is approved within the UK Microgeneration Scheme. For more information see http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/

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Veterinary advice With Vet Brad Cooper of Folly Gardens Clinic, Bishops Cleeve In this rural area, between June and October at Folly Gardens, we usually see a couple of cases a day of grass seeds getting into all sorts of places in dogs. The problem is that the seeds have a habit of getting stuck where they shouldn’t and quite cleverly, they tract their way through the skin where they often cause quite a nasty reaction. You can do the best to prevent grass seeds causing a problem by checking the dogs coat (especially the toes and ears) after each walk. If a dog continually licks at a foot (or occasionally other spots) in the summer time it’s worth a check and those dogs that start sneezing or shaking their head, especially after being walked through fields of corn, are also worth a once-over as corn heads can get stuck up their noses and in the ears too.

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CYT Summer School is right on your doorstep, giving young people a chance to take part in a whole week of acting, devising and rehearsing. The thrilling ‘WHODUNNIT?’ murder mystery show will be performed to proud family and friends on the final day. It is a fantastic chance for young people to work with theatre professionals, get hands-on experience of acting, not to mention an opportunity to make new friends and have plenty of fun at the same time.

Monday 22nd to Friday 26th August 10am-4pm daily at Cleeve School Drama Studio For ages 8 to 12 years old

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As the summer holidays stretch out, you’ll need plenty up your sleeve to keep the kids busy. Here’s a selection of books that’ll keep them entertained (and away from the TV/DS/Wii). How to make Stonehenge out of Biscuits by Tracey Turner and Clive Goddard A brilliantly creative assembly of ideas to keep the little ones out of mischief, not just through the summer, but every day of the year. From fun activities such as making invisible ink to more educational challenges such as the Kings and Queens quiz.

Where’s Wally? The Totally Essential Travel Collection by Martin Handford This is perfect for whiling away the hours, with seven classic ‘Where’s Wally’ books crammed into one handy travel-sized edition. See if you can find Wally any quicker than the kids!

A Year without Autumn by Liz Kessler

This new title is a compelling read for girls aged 9+, managing to be heart-felt and humorous at the same time. Jenni Green finds herself travelling one year ahead in time only to discover that tragedy has struck and everything has changed for her friend Autumn. But can she travel back and change what lies ahead? A beautifully written title that’s sure to be a favourite.

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Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids and Grownups by Tara Guber, Leah Kalish and Sophie Fatus Although not strictly a book, this was too good to leave out. Introducing basic yoga for adults and children, these well-illustrated poses are well explained and great fun too. Stretch and bend in ways you never thought possible with this fantastic set of cards.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney

Greg Heffley is starting a new year at a new school, with older, taller, meaner pupils for company. Along with his best friend, our wimpy kid details his daily battle for popularity. Perfect for reluctant readers, this series has become a huge hit with school children of all ages.

The Anti-Colouring Book by Susan Striker and Edward Kimmel For creative little minds, this is a must-have, packed with ideas and inspiration to encourage children to expand their minds and develop their artistic ability.

Ivan the Terrible by Anne Fine

This brilliantly illustrated book is about Boris who takes on the role of interpreter for Ivan, his new Russian classmate at school. Using the communication barrier and Ivan’s constant requirement for rude and worrying translations, Anne Fine incorporates start-to-finish laughs, making this a fantastically naughty and perfect read for boys.

You’re a bad man, Mr Gum! by Andy Stanton

This fantastically funny book features miserable old Mr Gum, who has to keep his garden tidy or he faces a wallop around the head from a grumpy fairy. Children and adults will love reading this hilarious tale that’s reminiscent of the legendary Roald Dahl.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

If they have escaped the hype thus far, introduce your young teens to the fantastic Twilight series this summer. With a gripping plot, intriguing characters and a bit of romance thrown in, there’ll be no room for boredom.

1001 Holiday Things to Spot by Hazel Maskell and Teri Gower This title features a number of holiday scenes including the airport, the sea, a theme park ride or the mountains. Each page is incredibly detailed and is packed full of things for children to find within the picture. A great way to familiarise children with places before you arrive and the perfect lead-up to eye-spy!

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COMPETITIONS GLOUCESTER RUGBY VS BATH RUGBY Win 2 x tickets for this game! Question: Who is the Head Coach at Gloucester Rugby?

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THE DIRECTORY | LISTINGS Emergency Numbers Ambulance 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Fire 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Police 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Police non emergency 0845 090 1234 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 National Missing Persons 0500 700700 RSPCA 01242 521 958 NSPCC 0800 500 500

USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION Bishop’s Cleeve Library

Electricity 0800 3281111 Gas Emergency 0800 111 999 Water Severn Trent 0800 783 4444 NHS Direct 08 45 46 47 Cheltenham General Hospital 08454 222 222

Tel 01242 672217 bishopscleeve.library@gloucestershire.gov.uk

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Tel 01242 602772 winchcombe.library@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Badham Pharmacy 23 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve: 01242 672653 Open Monday-Friday 9am - 6.30pm Saturday 9am - 5.30pm Sunday 11am - 1pm, 6pm - 7pm

Lloyds Pharmacy 11 High Street, Winchcombe Tel: 01242 602305 Open Monday-Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 5.30pm

Lloyds Pharmacy St. Pauls Medical Centre, Swindon Rd, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 4DP Tel: 01242 571 590 Open Monday-Saturday 8am - 10.30pm Sundays 9am - 10pm

In the event of an Emergency when no pharmacy is open, please contact Bishop’s Cleeve Police on 0845 090 1234 who will contact a Pharmacist to dispense your prescription.

GP Out of Hours Service 08454 220220 covers all patients registered with a doctor’s surgery in Gloucestershire. Run by dedicated out of hours staff including doctors, specialist nurses and other health and social care workers.

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Winchcombe Library

Book a computer, reserve or renew 24 hrs a day at www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/libraries or call 0845 230 5420 Both libraries are Children’s Centres, where parents and carers can access information and support. The team provide leaflets and verbal advice on a range of topics, including health, finances and childcare.

Recycling Wingmoor Farm, Nr Bishops Cleeve Half mile west of Bishop’s Cleeve on the road to Stoke Orchard. Open 7 days a week (except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) Summer time 8:00am – 7:45pm Winter time 8:00am – 4:45pm Household Recycling Centre Helpline on 01242 680 010

Useful Numbers Tewkesbury Borough Council 01684 295010 Citizens Advice Bureau 01242 522491 Gloucestershire County Council 01452 425000 Local M.P. Laurence Robertson 01684 291640 National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 Everyman Theatre Cheltenham 01242 572573 Tewkesbury Borough Community Transport 01684 297209

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Box Office: 01684 295074

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Countdown to Zero (PG) 7.30pm Berliner Philharmoniker (U) 3D 11.15am Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (12a) 3D 2.30pm Princess of Montpensier (15) 7.30pm Craft/Science Workshop 10.30am - 1.30pm The Magnificent Flying Machine 2pm Berliner Philharmoniker (U) 3D 7.30pm Prom (U) 2.30pm Princess of Montpensier (15) 7.30pm T.Rextasy 7.30pm Medieval Sword Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm Nick Ross Orchestra 7.30pm Medieval Sword Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) 2D/SF 2pm Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) 3D 4pm The Beaver (12a) 7.30pm The Beaver (12a) 11.15am Prom (U) 2.30pm The First Grader (12a) 7.30pm Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) 3D 2.30pm The First Grader (12a) 7.30pm Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) 3D 2.30pm The Beaver (12a) 7.30pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 (U) 2.30pm The Green Lantern (12a) 3D 7.30pm Line Dancing Workshop 10.30am - 1.30pm Dolly: The Show 7.30pm The Conspirator (12a) 7.30pm Peter & the Wolf Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm The Conspirator (12a) SM 11.15am Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 (U) 2.30pm Incendies (15) 7.30pm Peter & the Wolf Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm The Green Lantern (12a) 3D 2.30pm & 7.30pm Peter & the Wolf 2pm The Conspirator (12a) 7.30pm Bob Newhart and Tom Lehrer 7.30pm ABBA: The Show 7.30pm The Green Lantern (12a) 3D 2pm The Turn Of the Screw (Glyndebourne) 6pm Larry Crowne (12a) 7.30pm Horrid Henry Workshop 10.30am - 1.30pm Larry Crowne (12a) 11.15am Horrid Henry: The Movie (cert tbc) 2.30pm Jack Goes Boating (15) 7.30pm Horrid Henry: The Movie (cert tbc) 2.30pm Jack Goes Boating (15) 7.30pm

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Harry Potter 8 (12a) 3D 2.30pm Trust (15) 7.30pm The Upbeat Beatles 7.30pm Phil Cool 8pm Trust (15) 7.30pm Poetry (12a) 11.15am Poetry (12a) 7.30pm A Separation (PG) 7.30pm What Would Helen Mirren Do? 7.30pm Back to Broadway 7.30pm Guitar Anthems 7.30pm A Separation (PG) 7.30pm Mademoiselle Chambon (cert tbc) 7.30pm Mademoiselle Chambon (cert tbc) 11.15am The Light Thief (15) 6.45pm prompt Steve Ashley 8.30pm Wicked Women 7.30pm NT Live: One Man, Two Guvnors 7pm Martyn Lucas - Michael Buble 7.30pm Opera Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm Patrick Street 7.30pm Classical Concert - John Lill 7.30pm Opera Workshop 10.30am - 4.30pm Madam Butterfly 7.30pm Bee Gees Fever 7.30pm Russell Kane 8pm Flanagan & Allen 2.30pm

NEW SEASON EVENTS will be online from 31st August! 3D: 3D Screening. An extra ÂŁ2 is payable for the hire of 3D glasses. Glasses from other venues cannot be used. SF: Sensory Friendly screening, designed for children with special needs and their parents/carers. FF: Film Forum, an informal discussion group held in the bar after the film. Led by Patrick Bliss.

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PUBS & RESTAURANTS Malvern View Restaurant & Hotel Cleeve Hill, Cheltenham GL52 3PR Tel: 01242 672017 The Queen’s Head Aston Cross, Tewkesbury GL20 8LP Tel: 01684 772440

The Yew Tree Main Road, Conderton Nr Tewkesbury GL20 7PP Tel: 01386 725364 5 North Street Restaurant 5 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5LH Tel: 01242 604566 The Old White Lion Inn 37 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5PS Tel: 01242 603300

The Bugatti Inn Gretton, Nr Winchcombe GL54 5EU Tel: 01242 602471

The Plaisterers Arms Abbey Terrace Winchcombe GL54 5LL Tel: 01242 602358

The Kings Head 19 Cheltenham Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LU Tel: 01242 673260

Raja Balti 6 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5LH Tel: 01242 604194

The Royal Oak Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 672664

The Sun 14 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5LH Tel: 01242 602256

The Swallow Bishop’s Drive Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8DR Tel: 01242 672664

The White Hart Inn High Street Winchcombe GL54 5LJ Tel: 01242 602359

The Farmers Evesham Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8SA Tel: 01242 679277

The Corner Cupboard Gloucester Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LX Tel: 01242 602303

The Shutter Inn Shutter Lane Gotherington GL52 9EZ Tel: 01242 673122

The Gardeners Arms Beckford Road Alderton GL20 8LN Tel: 01242 620257

The Apple Tree Stockwell Lane Woodmancote GL52 9QG Tel: 01242 673277

The Harvest Home Evesham Road, Greet Winchcombe GL54 5BH Tel: 01242 602430

Taj Mahal Balti 11 Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 676006

The Royal Oak Gretton Road Gretton, GL54 5EP Tel: 01242 604999

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Wesley House High Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LJ Tel: 01242 602366

CAFES The Happy Hen Café Tarlings Yard, Church Road Bishops Cleeve GL52 8RN Tel: 01242 676500 North’s Village Bakery 21 Church Street Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 672658 No 9 Café 9 Church Street Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 678866 Juri’s Tea Room High Street Winchcombe GL54 5LJ Tel: 01242 602469 The Old Tea House 6 Hailes Street Winchcombe GL54 5HU Tel: 01242 604363 The Lady Jane Tea Room 7 Hailes Street Winchcombe GL54 5HU Tel: 01242 603578

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TAKEAWAYS Taj Mahal Balti 11 Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 676006 Sing’s Kitchen 3 Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 674154 Cleeve Fish Bar 1 Church Street Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 672755 Shiraz Pizza & Tandoori Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 679200 Winchcombe Cantonese 17 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5LH Tel: 01242 602116 The Winchcombe Fish Bar 8 North Street Winchcombe GL54 5LH Tel: 01242 603080

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CLUBS & CLASSES Baby Bounce & Rhyme Thursdays 10:15am - 10:45am, Bishop’s Cleeve Library Wednesdays 9.45am - 10.15am, Winchcombe Library Rhyme Time Wednesdays 11:15am - 11:45am, Bishop’s Cleeve Library Alternate Tuesdays 10.15am – 10.45am, Winchcombe Library Bumps & Babes Tuesdays 10:15am - 11:30am, Bishop’s Cleeve Library Bishop’s Cleeve Women’s Institute Third Tuesday of each month 7:15pm Bishop’s Cleeve Tithe Barn Tel: 01242 678276 Woodmancote Women’s Institute Third Thursday of each month 7:30pm Woodmancote Village Hall Tel: 01242 663921 Winchcombe Women’s Institute Third Tuesday of each month at 2.30 pm Winchcombe Methodist Church Hall Tel: 01242 602329 Cheltenham Silversmithing, Jewellery & Enamelling Club Mondays 6.45-8.45pm Cleeve Scool Treasurer 01242 672832 www.denstons,org Cleeve Chorale Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays at 7.30pm Bishop’s Cleeve Primary School, Tobyfield Road info@cleevechorale.co.uk Cheltenham American Square Dance Club Meet every Friday 7.00-10.00 Holy Apostles Hall, Charlton Kings Tel: Pamela Smith 01242 576390 Email: pamelasmith17@aol.com or visit www.cheltenhamsquaredancing.co.uk Bishop’s Cleeve Fillies Netball Club Tel: 01242 678378 Cheltenham North Rugby Football Club www.cnfrc.co.uk Bishop’s Cleeve Bowling Club www.bishopscleevebowlingclub.org.uk Royal British Legion Club Tel: 01242 674173

Bishop’s Cleeve Private Hire Tel: 01242 696676

Bishop’s Cleeve Seniors Club Tel: 01242 678378

The 727 Car Company Tel: 01242 523523

Slimming World Tuesdays at 6pm, Bishop’s Cleeve Tithe Barn, GL52 8LU Rebecca Tel: 01684 297094/0775 2583336 www.slimmingworld.com/slimwithbecca

Please email info@glosdirectories.co.uk if you find any information in the directory to be out of date or would like to add new establishments.

Woodmancote Seniors Club Tel: 01242 676589

Weightwatchers UK Ltd Wednesdays 7pm, Bishop’s Cleeve Parish Council, Church Road, GL52 8LR Emma Fraser Tel: 07751 397757 www.weightwatchers.co.uk

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Index of Advertisers Chiropractor Cotswold Chiropractic

Beauty, Health, Fitness & Skincare All Your Life Beauty Beyond Harriet Cook hair & make-up Hush Mobile Beauty Therapy Must be natural Peter Sollis Sports Therapy Slimming World

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Building & DIY Building & Plumbing Supplies Lift & Shift mini skip hire Staverton Building Supplies Tile Sense

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Building Services ADCMS Ltd CPLC Associates Paul S Karlsson Architects

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Building Maintenance, Repair, Carpentry & Handyman Services Argent Carpentry & Maintenance 37 DM Plastering Solutions 47 Graham Trump Maintenance 31 LB Services 37 MTM Property Services 36 Ricki Dean 39 Cakes & Cupcakes Charmaine’s Cupcakes

Carpets Blue Fish Carpet Barn Carpets Direct

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Children, Classes & Tuition Cleeve Youth Theatre Jo Jingles Kumon Maths and English Monkey Music Sprogs Water Babies

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Chimneys & Stoves GWB Chimney Services Ltd

Cleaning Services Tewkesbury Clean Team

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Counselling and Therapies Holistic Massage Therapies 12 Peter Sollis Sports Therapy 12 Positive Exchange Hypnotherapy 11 Curtains & Blinds Homechoice Blinds 47 Tewkesbury Blinds & Curtains 47 Dentist Stone House Dental Practice

Entertainment & Sports Events Gloucester Rugby 2 Lashings World XI 10 The Roses Theatre 59 Estate Agents Andrews Estate Agents

Funeral Directors Alexander Burn Ltd

Garden Centres & Nurseries Gotherington Nurseries

Garden Services & Maintenance Bredon Hill Landscaping 33 Edward Price Tree & Garden 32 Gary Sharratt 31 L.M.S. Landscape Contracting 31 MTM Property Services 36 Sedgley Landscapes 32 Gifts, Clothing & Accessories Sprogs 57 Kitchens & Bathrooms Worktops Cheltenham Nicholas Joiner Kitchens Severn Vale Bathrooms

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Meals / Fruit & Veg Deliveries Wiltshire Farm Foods 23

Photography & Weddings Cheltenham Wedding Show Fez Photography Harriet Cook hair & make-up Charmaine’s Cupcakes

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Plumbing, Heating & Electrical Services A.G. Griffiths Carl’s Electrics Glevum Heating Paul Tamcken P-D Engineering Quattro Heating

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Restaurants, Pubs, Shops & Cafés The Happy Hen Café 24 The Queen’s Head Inn 25 Zebra’s Den SA shop 24 Recycling Bags 4 Caddies

Solar PV Systems Glevum Heating Heidi Renewables Quattro Heating

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Solicitors, Mortgages & Will Writing Copperfields Willans

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Motoring, MOT’s & Vehicle Sales Chips Away 29 Cotswold Cheltenham Mini 28 J.T. Vehicle Services 29

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