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• Children In Need • Christmas Lights • The Poppy Appeal

• Children’s Competition • Community News • Cinema Listings

• News • Sports • Community • Events

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Contents

The Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre Worcester Christmas Lights Switch On Frankie Dettori Restaurant Review Childhood Interupted The Poppy Appeal Children’s competition Destination Wedding Graduation Pershore Christmas Lights Switch On Eating Out Drinking Out Homes Garden’s Gas Safety Children in need Puzzle Page Horoscopes Cinema Listings Pershore Awards Sports

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colours, sounds and irresistible aromas of Christmas for this extra special time of year. From sparkly jewellery and festive home decorations to traditional roast chestnuts and warming mulled wine – a wonderful range of products are waiting to be discovered within the local arts and crafts maker area, international area, festive gifts area and food court. Embrace the Christmas spirit with the sounds of joyful choir and instrumental performances, view magical dance displays and travel back through time with juggling Victorian themed stilt walkers. Experience the fun of the Fayre as you step aboard the Victorian carousel and enjoy the ride whilst listening to the sounds of barrel organ music.

t’s that time of the year again, where the streets of Worcester are jam packed and the joy and excitement of the Victorian Fayre brings a smile to everyone’s places. People come from afar to witness this special pre-christmas trip and this time, it’s even more special. We’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of this wonderful event!

Make it an exciting, fun packed day out by combining your trip to the Fayre with a visit to Worcester’s historic attractions and exceptional range of independent boutiques and popular High Street names, or take the weight of your feet and relax in one of the city’s many cafes, pubs and restaurants.

The Worcester Christmas Fayre is the leading Victorian-themed street market in the greater Midlands region, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Over 200 stalls fill the atmospheric streets of Worcester’s historic heart with the

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Food and drink lovers alike will delight in the ‘fare’ that will be available at this year‘s Worcester Victorian Fayre. A record number of leading producers from the region are making a special eﬀort to tickle the taste buds of the thousands of visitors expected to throng to the city, with some brand new tastes and flavours, There’ll also be plenty of food-on-the-go to enjoy as you wander round the Fayre – including warm roasted chestnuts, flavoured nuts, filled crepes and hot chocolate, all of which can be purchased from the various hot food street sellers along the lit up streets of Worcester.

Please note that all coach parties visiting Worcester on the dates of the Christmas Fayre must pre-book drop oﬀ, pick up and parking arrangements. For details, please contact Helen Mole at Worcester City Council on helen.mole@ worcester.gov.uk.

Now in its 25th year, the Worcester Victorian Fayre always ensures that the narrow and historic streets of Worcester come to life as many of the stallholders dress in traditional costume as 19th century ladies, gents, urchins and chimney sweeps. For visitor information, go to www.christmasinworcester.com or visit the Worcester Tourist Information

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entertainment and will be announcing details very soon. Fun entertainment for the whole family starts at 4pm and the lights switch on will take place at 6.00pm. It will be a fabulous way to launch the Christmas season, spend the evening with friends and family, plus extended-hour shopping, Worcester High Street oﬀers the perfect, festive setting to pick up gifts for loved ones this year. The majority of stores will be in full Christmas mode with their seasonal window displays, special festive oﬀers and a w-“ho-ho-ho”-le load of Christmas present ideas. Thursdays will continue to also be late-night shopping, with stores open until 8pm every week. Don’t forget all our restaurants open late every night

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Having ridden winners in every racing country around the world he made history at Ascot on 28th September 1996 when he rode every winner on the seven race card for his very own ‘Magnificent Seven’. He has now ridden over 2,000 winners and has also expanded his career to the small screen having made many appearances on television at the highest level and has also been a Co-host on the BBC’s ‘A Question of Sport’. He lives in Newmarket, Suﬀolk with his wife Catherine and their five children Leo, Ella, Mia, Tallulah and Rocco. One of the greatest and most charismatic jockeys of all-time hosts an evening of humour, anecdotes and chat in his own inimitable style. The evening includes a question and answer session and features special guest, Peter Burrell.

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RESTAURANT REVIEW: THE OLD PHEASANT PUB The Old Pheasant pub in Worcester may be suitably named given its eighteenth-century roots, but a new eating and drinking oﬀering makes it more of a contemporary place to wine, dine and socialise. Providing evening, lunch, buﬀet, and early bird menus, I strolled down historic Friar Street and New Street on a Thursday evening for dinner.

For starters, I had a creamy yet delicate Broccoli and Stilton soup, which was promptly served. Of the two main courses on oﬀer, I chose the duck breast. The breast was juicy and tender and came served with a delicious combination of braised red cabbage, Boulangea potatoes and a rich mixed berry sauce. Dessert was a salted caramel melt in the middle, oozing with flavour and gooiness, served with ice cream. With two drinks, the meal came to a reasonably priced £28. The interior retains much of its original timber and a function room for hire is at the rear. As well as food, the Old Pheasant oﬀers gin tasting events, DJ’s, and live music. 25 New St, Worcester, WR1 2DP. Tel 01905 616606. www.theoldpheasant.co.uk Stuart Bryan

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Much research indicates that modern childhood is becoming increasingly challenging due to factors such as social media bullying, educational pressures and issues around sexuality. Children a century ago may have been free of such contemporary diﬃculties, but were faced with the trauma of living with World War One. How children lived through such times is the theme of a new exhibition at the Hive called ‘Children Interrupted’.

The exhibition examines how children’s home life and education was disturbed by the conflict. Worcester had the second highest incidence of war time child labour, engaging in activities such as harvesting fruit, making jam and knitting clothing for soldiers. As part of the Worcestershire World War One Hundred Programme, the exhibition included 50 children learning about the war, choosing materials for the exhibition and participating in some of the activities the children carried out during the conflict. Research for the exhibition was carried out by staﬀ and students from Worcester University History Department and Worcestershire Archives and Archaelogy Service. The exhibition runs from November 2nd to the 29th. Stuart Bryan

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of the Cabinet, Opposition Party leaders, former Prime Ministers, the Mayor of London and other ministers. Representatives of the Armed Forces, Fishing Fleets and Merchant Air and Navy will be there, as well as faith communities and High Commissioners of Commonwealth countries. Services of rememberance will be happening throughout the county, in Perhore, Malvern, Redditch, Bromsgrove and Worcester. Services will be starting at 10am and most will include a procession throughout the town.

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Teachers Complete Charity Run Raising Money in Memory of Former Student

Staff at the University of Worcester completed the Birmingham Half Marathon honouring one of its students tragically killed in the Tunisian terror attack. Four staff covered the 13.1 mile course on Sunday, October 15, raising funds for Smile for Joel. Chosen by staff as the University’s Charity of the Year for this year, the charity was set up by Joel Richards’ family to support families who are victims of murder and terrorism. Joel was a Physical Education and Sports Coaching Science student at the University of Worcester. At just 19, he was killed in the 2015 terror attack, in which 38 people died, including Joel’s uncle, Adrian Evans, and

grandfather, Patrick Evans. Charlie Bassett, from the Finance team, Mark Kilburn and Steve Harborne, from Facilities, and Neil Laurenson, who works in the University’s Careers Service, all took to the streets to raise funds. Neil finished in an impressive 1 hour 17 minutes, coming in 19th place, followed by Charlie at 1 hour 58 minutes, then Mark, at

2 hours 15 minutes and Steve at 2 hours 19 minutes. They still hope to reach their fundraising target of £500. “It was a privilege to run the Birmingham Half Marathon with University colleagues to raise money for Smile for Joel,” said Neil. “The run itself was tough but enjoyable and the level of support was beyond anything I had ever experienced. Whilst it was nice to achieve personal bests, we were most proud of running for Joel Richards and his family.” Mark added: “I think that the good cause definitely helped me press on during those times in the race when I began to tire. Distance runners usually experience negative emotions along the lines of ‘I can’t go on’ and ‘Why on earth are you doing this?’ but such thoughts were easily banished.” To donate, visit https://www. justgiving.com/fundraising/ universityofworcesterstaﬀ.

DISPLAY PUTS VOLUNTEERS IN THE SHOP WINDOW Volunteers have put themselves in the shop window thanks to a new display in Malvern’s Tourist Information Centre. Malvern Hills Volunteering has created the design in the window of the Church Street building as a way of promoting the benefits of volunteering and the opportunities on oﬀer. The not-for-profit organisation, supported by Malvern Hills District

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University to Celebrate Achievements of More Than 3,600 Students at Annual Graduation Ceremony More than 3,600 students will graduate from the University of Worcester next week during a week of celebrations. Graduates and their families will fill Worcester Cathedral for each of the nine separate ceremonies, to be held over four days between Tuesday and Friday (October 31 - November 3). Post-ceremony receptions will take place at the University of Worcester Arena, as well as the Graduation Dinner, at which the achievements of a number of students will be recognised.

The University’s Founding Chancellor, His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO, will preside over Thursday afternoon’s ceremony. The University will also award a number of Honorary Degrees – given to individuals who have distinguished themselves in their chosen field - and Fellowships – awarded to notable individuals who will become ambassadors for the University - during the week. Among this year’s recipients are TV personality, Clare Balding, gender equality campaigner, Laura Bates, children’s author Petr Horacek and Hay Festival

Director, Peter Florence. University Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive, Professor David Green, said: “The beauty and grandeur of Worcester Cathedral provides a magnificent, most fitting setting in which to congratulate our graduates and to thank the parents, family, friends and supporters who have contributed so much to their success. “Our graduates of 2017 join an illustrious community of over 100,000 Worcester graduates who have made and are making an immense contribution to British society.”

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PERHSORE’S CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON The Christmas Lights Switch On is a strange tradition across our nation. Nobody really stops to think that it’s a variety show staged around the flick of a switch. But somehow there’s something magical about it. There is no exception to this wonder when it comes to the switch on for Christmas lights in Pershore. The exciting event takes place in St Andrews Gardens on Saturday 25th November from 2.00pm with the lights going on at 4.45pm with fireworks.

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There will be stalls, Father Christmas and his reindeer, mulled wine, crafts, children’s rides, carousel, sweets, pig roast street and musical entertainment and much more. It will be a fabulous way to launch the Christmas season so make sure you spend the evening with friends and family walking around the stores which will have plus extended-hour shopping, shops are staying open until 7.30pm. Pershore High Street oﬀers the perfect, festive setting to pick up gifts for loved ones this year. The majority of stores will be in full Christmas mode with their seasonal window displays, special festive oﬀers and a w-“ho-ho-ho”-le load of Christmas

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WORLD’S LARGEST FREE FILM FESTIVAL COMES TO PERSHORE The world’s largest free film and education event is coming to Number Eight community arts centre in Pershore between November 14th and 23rd. The Into Film Festival is open to all schools and five to nineteen year olds to participate in across the UK. The festival is aimed at assisting teachers to broaden curriculum delivery across a wide range of subject areas and allowing young people

to experience the wonder of cinema. The four films being screened are; Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Nov 14th) about pre-teen Greg diarising his mid school ordeal, Zootropolis (Nov 17th) which features Judy Hopps becoming the first rabbit to join the police force in mammal metropolis Zootropia, Hidden Figures (Nov 21st) featuring three African – American women at NASA launching astronaut John Glenn into orbit and Trolls (Nov 23rd) where Poppy Troll and Branch Troll rescue missing friends when Troll village is invaded. All films start at 10am and are free to schools and educators. Booking is through Into Film at www.intofilm.org/events/festival. Number 8, High St, Pershore, WR10 1BG www.number8.org 01386 555488. Stuart Bryan

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borders, containers, over arches, pergolas and as groundcover. They are easy to grow and live for a long time, if looked after. 5. Plant out winter bedding 6. Cover brassicas with netting if pigeons are a problem -When it is not practical to lift or move tender plants, the best way to protect them from the winter cold and wet is to wrap them up. In exposed or cold areas, even relatively hardy plants may need protection. 7. Insulate outdoor containers from frost bubblewrap works well 8. Stop winter moth damage to fruit trees using grease bands around the trunks 9. Put out bird food to encourage winter birds into the garden- By putting out additional food, gardeners can make a significant contribution to supporting wildlife over winter. It is also a great way to watch wildlife even in the smallest of gardens or balconies, often at very close quarters. 10. Use a seasonal bonfire - where this is allowed - to dispose of excess debris unfit for composting.

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MUSICAL CLEAN UP PLEA HITS THE RIGHT NOTE A musical plea to dog owners to pick up after their pets has hit the right note with users on social media. Dan Bayliss and Jude Allen, members of Malvern Hills District Council’s Community Services team, produced the song ‘My Doggy’s Done a Whoopsie’ to highlight the proper way people should deal with their dog’s poo.The pair decided using music would be a fun way of getting the message across and it proved an instant hit, with more than 5,300 views so far across the council’s

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NOVEMBER 2017 MEDITATION IN MOVEMENT

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about the Gunpowder Plot, but less is known about its legacy in 17th century England,” said Professor Oldridge.

In a special talk this month historians from the University of Worcester will explore what happened after that infamous night in 1605. They will outline how the conspiracy to blow up the Houses of Parliament and subsequent challenges to Protestant rule would have long lasting divisive consequences and sow the seeds of the English Civil War 40 years later.In the free talk entitled Gunpowder, Treason and Plot, at The Hive on November 2, at 6pm, Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, and Principal Lecturer in History, Dr Paddy McNally, will be addressing what happened after Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators were caught.Their talk will show how the events of 1605, still marked today by Bonfire Night each November 5, and 1641, shaped politics and religion for generations. “Everyone knows

“The annual celebration of the failure of ‘Gunpowder Treason’, as it was then known, helped to create a sense of Protestant identity - perhaps even national identity - in the period. It reminded people of the constant, terrible dangers of what was called ‘popery’ – the beliefs and practices of Roman Catholicism.”

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Many adults aged 65 and over spend, on average, 10 hours or more each day sitting or lying down, making them the most sedentary age group.

If you don’t stay active, all the things you’ve always enjoyed doing and taken for granted may start to become that little bit harder.You may struggle to pursue simple pleasures, such as playing with the grandchildren, walking to the shops, leisure activities, and meeting up with friends. You might start to get aches and pains you never had before, and have less energy to go out. You may also be more vulnerable to falling. This can all lead to being less able to look after yourself and do the things you enjoy.

They’re paying a high price for their inactivity, with higher rates of falls, obesity, heart disease, and early death compared with the general

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People all over Worcestershire will rally round to raise funds for BBC Children in Need in November.

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Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) Simmer down, Sagittarius. The Sun is making its annual sojourn through Scorpio and your twelfth house of rest, healing and closure. Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) “If you ask me what I came into this life to do, I will tell you: I came to live out loud.” These words from French writer Emile Zola sum up your month, as the Sun travels through Scorpio and your eleventh house of group activity, until November 21. Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Go for your goals! While others slip into pre-holiday mode, you’re just gearing up. Until November 21, the Sun is in Scorpio, your tenth house of career, prestige and status—your most ambitious time of year. Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20) “Man is free at the moment he wishes to be.” These words from French writer Voltaire are your guiding light, as the Sun visits Scorpio, your liberated ninth house of expansion, travel and adventure, until November 21. Aries (March 21 - April 19) Turn up the heat, Ram. Until November 21, the Sun is burning through Scorpio, your eighth house of intensity, power and joint ventures. The sexy, sultry vibes can get overwhelming at moments, especially with one particular person. Tarus (April 20 - May 20) Play nice, Taurus. Until November 21, the Sun is in Scorpio, powering up your seventh house of harmony and cooperation, and spotlighting your closest one-on-one partnerships.

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Three parks in Worcester have been nominated by members of the public as being the best in the UK – and now everyone has an opportunity to vote for one of them in a nationwide competition organised by Fields in Trust (www.fieldsintrust.org). Fort Royal Park, Gheluvelt Park and the Diglis Field & Cherry Orchard Nature Reserve, which are all maintained by Worcester City Council, are in the running for the title of UK’s Best Park: as voted by you.

“It is fantastic that three of our parks have been nominated as best UK park this year, and is a real testament to the variety and popularity of our green open spaces in Worcester,” said Cllr Alan Feeney, Vice Chair of the Environment Committee at Worcester City Council. Our parks are some of the city’s most precious assets, giving people of all ages the opportunity to exercise and socialise - as well as being tranquil havens for peace and reflection.”

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MARJORIE PRIME MARJORIE PRIME is a US science fiction film in which holographic technology allows a woman to interact with a facsimile of her deceased husband. Release date: November 10th ONLY THE BRAVE ONLY THE BRAVE is a US drama, based on the true story of the 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona, in which a team of firefighters battle a dangerous blaze. Release date: November 10th FILM STARS DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T DIE IN LIVERPOOL A a biographical drama in which the American actress Gloria Grahame falls in love with a man from Liverpool. Release date: November 17th

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Blade Runner 2049 Review Blade Runner 2049 is the sequel to the 1982 sci-fi classic Blade Runner. Directed by Denis Villeneuve (Arrival, Sicario) and once again based on Philip K. Dick’s novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, it successfully recaptures just about everything excellent about the original and is a superb sequel to one of the greatest and most important science fiction films of all time. Thirty years after the events of the first film, LAPD Oﬃcer K (Ryan Gosling) works as a Blade Runner, retiring old rogue replicants (artificial humans) hiding out around the Los Angeles area. One day while on a job, K discovers a long buried secret in the yard of a replicant which leads him on a journey to track down former Blade Runner Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), who has been missing for decades. Featuring amazing visuals and some of the most philosophical and thought-provoking themes since the original, Blade Runner 2049 is a

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AWARD WINNERS AT PERSHORE CENTRE

Steve Bauer, Head Coach at Pershore Tennis Centre, has been awarded Coach of the Year and Disability Program of the Year at the recent Hereford & Worcester County Awards Banquet which was attended by all the major tennis clubs in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. He was presented with his award by Mr Richard Herriman, President of H&W Lawn Tennis Association. He will now have the opportunity to be recognized at a regional and perhaps national level early next year when he goes up against other county winners.

Steve has achieved so much this year, growing the club’s membership by around 30% from January to date by running free ‘join in’ sessions at this year’s Pershore Carnival and Plum Festival, as well as staging an all-day Great British tennis weekend at the club, which drew in 40 new members alone! The Club leads the way in disability tennis by running regular indoor sessions with groups from Worcester, showing that Pershore Tennis Centre’s ‘all inclusive’ Head Coach is truly inspiring to the next generation of player, whatever their background.

The club was also honoured by being awarded ‘Highly Commended’ Club of the Year and also one our young volunteers, Bradley Smith was awarded Junior Volunteer of the Year. A fantastic night for Pershore Tennis Centre being recognised for its brilliant year. Pershore Tennis Centre is a vibrant local club, with 5 outdoor courts and 3 indoor courts hosting an all year ‘round coaching programme for adults and juniors alike. The programme includes adult group sessions, morning socials, private lessons, team training, cardio workouts, easy drills as well as a competitive team spirit; entering two men’s team in H+W league and SWAS league, as well as Ladies 4 winter teams in the H+W leagues. Juniors are also welcomed to sessions and lessons as well as competing in tournaments all around the county. They have inter-club tournaments and day time events and are open 12 hours a day, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Looking towards the future, Pershore Tennis Centre are continually planning to improve facilities; including resurfacing their outdoor courts. If you’d like to be a part of the Club, please do call in or speak to our Reception or Coaching team for more information. Check out details on line :

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Warhol to Walker: American prints from pop art to today One of the world’s most iconic artworks is being brought to Worcester for the forthcoming exhibition Warhol to Walker: American Prints from pop art to today, which opens at Worcester Art Gallery & Museum on 4 November. The exhibition from the British Museum explores great American printmaking from Pop Art to today and includes Campbell’s green pea soup by Andy Warhol. Focussing on modern and contemporary American printmaking, the exhibition features nine key works from the British Museum’s print collection. The exhibition opens with three of the greatest printmakers from the Pop period: Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg, whose work took varied inspiration from the mass media consumer society of 1960s America. The progress and creativity of printmaking through some of the most dynamic and turbulent years in US history is followed right

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Mercedes have wrapped up their fourth consecutive Constructors’ Championship title at the United States GP. Lewis Hamilton’s victory, combined with Valtteri Bottas’ fifth-place finish, took Mercedes onto 575 points and handed them an unassailable 150-point lead over Ferrari. There are a maximum of 129 points available from the three remaining Grands Prix. “They’ve been the best team this year,” said Hamilton. “It’s a really humbling experience.”And team boss Toto Wolﬀ told Sky F1: “I’m so happy. The gang in Brackley and Brixworth have done a fantastic job, 24/7 and so much sacrifice.”

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WORCESTERSHIRE SPORTS CELEBRATE SUCCESS AT AWARDS CEREMONY A successful 2017 for local sporting teams and individuals is reflected in the shortlist for this year’s Herefordshire and Worcestershire sports awards. There are 12 categories with 6 nominations for sports personality of the year; three teams and three individuals.

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