Welcome to the June issue of CotswoldXL Magazine from all the CotswoldXL team.
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The Mighty British Oak Tree
A deep dive into one of Britains most iconic trees.
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Summer Garden Games
See our top picks for family friendly garden games.
Elderflower cordial recipe
Make your own delicous elderflower cordial.
At last, summer is here bringing the sumptuous heat and long days with it. The world feels like it’s opening up and the season in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas has most definitely begun. There’s so much to do and we feel particularly lucky to live here at this time of year. We’re having a staycation this summer and intend on going to all corners of the Cotswolds to see and do new things. I know we won’t be disappointed.
We’ll be making the most of our staycation by indulging in some lively garden games for everyone, turn to
page 20 to find my recommendations. For elderflower foraging fun turn to page 12 and for an elderflower cordial recipe to make the most of your blooms turn to page 17. To read all about the mighty British oak tree turn to page 6.
As ever, give me a shout if you have a story you’d like to share.
Enjoy the sunshine and take care, Mide x
When walking the dog there is nothing quite like stumbling upon a majestic ancient oak tree to make me pause, and gaze on in awe. Their sheer size and gnarly bark quietly, but regally, marking the immense passage of time. Time where these trees have stood side by side with history, sometimes for a thousand years or more, silently bearing witness to things we can only imagine.
The mighty yet humble oak feels like an intrinsic part of the British identity and there’s a reason for that. England has more ancient oaks than the rest of Europe combined. They also play a particularly significant role for us culturally, woven
into the history and folklore of the UK. Ancient druids worshipped and performed rituals in oak groves, marriage ceremonies were performed under their branches that symbolised wisdom, loyalty, strength and endurance.
There’s also the long British tradition of construction with oak which gained traction in the middle ages. It was and still is, prized for its beauty, incredible strength and immense durability. Many homes constructed from oak, sometimes hundreds of years ago, are still firmly standing today all across the British Isles.
The British Navy has an enduring association with oak trees. Their ships were constructed of oak timbers until the mid-19th century and, since the restoration of the monarchy in 1660, there have been eight warships called HMS Royal Oak. In fact, “Heart of the Oak’ is still the official march of the Royal Navy.
The oak is, of course, one of the most popular symbols of British royalty, symbolic of all that Kings and Queens have aspired to be for centuries. Not forgetting the famous oak tree that Charles II hid in as he escaped Oliver Cromwell’s armies after the disastrous battle of Worcester. His escape and restoration of the monarchy nine years later compounded the oak as a symbol of defiance, loyalty to the monarchy and kingdom, and the stoicism of its subjects.
There are more than 500 pubs named ‘The Royal Oak’ and you’ll also find oak leaves, trees and acorns adorning a plethora of British coats of Arms. The oak is revered across the world, but undoubtedly it really does have a special place at the heart of British culture.
In the Cotswolds and surrounding areas, we have some exquisite places to view ancient oak trees. You can find many of them when you’re out and about on one of our many beautiful walks. But there are two particular favourite locations of mine that I think are worth a visit and make a great day out.
Blenheim Palace
Within the area called High Park at Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, there are a staggering 968 veteran oaks. The oldest is estimated at a whopping 1,046 years old. These oaks are part of an ancient woodland known as Wychwood Forest. Henry I used the forest as a hunting ground for deer and so, as a royal forest, no one was allowed to harvest wood from the area. This resulted in the amazing preservation of ancient oaks you can see at Blenheim Palace today. It really is a special place and also one of the most important ancient woodlands in Europe. The oaks support deluge of wildlife, rare fungi, lichens, wild plants and insects.
There is an ancient oak tree that stands in the grounds of this famous old house in Warwickshire that is said to have provided shade to the famous bard, Shakespeare, beneath its branches. The tree is approximately 1,000 years old and, whilst not seen as the most commanding part of Stoneleigh Abbey, it really is a beautiful tree. It’s also fascinating to think the man himself may have sat beneath its branches pondering his next play or sonnet. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re heading to the lovely Stoneleigh Abbey for a day out.
• There are 600 species of oak worldwide but only five that grow in the UK. Just two of these are native, the English oak and the Sessile oak and three non-native species; the Holm oak, Turkey oak and Red oak.
• It can take over 40 years for oak trees to produce acorns
• Oak forests support more life forms than any other native forest. A colossal 2,300 different species are known to be associated with oak. This doesn’t even include all of the fungi, bacteria and other micro-organisms which use the mighty oak.
• The UK has over 49,000 ancient, veteran, and notable oak trees, half of which are found in non-woodland ecosystems so along paths and
in fields etc. Older trees support a greater diversity of associated species than younger trees.
• The social and environmental value of oak is estimated at £250m per year and is likely to be higher as this excludes aspects such as physical, mental, cultural, symbolic and educational benefits. Oak trees are an incredibly valuable and beautiful asset for the British Isles.
• There’s a significant oak decline that’s been taking place since 2014. This is caused by the tree’s response to prolonged stress. Changes in in environmental conditions are at the heart of this decline.
Wordsby Mide Carter
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I love elderflowers, the way they hover like flowery clouds in elder trees, a soft welcome to the early summer.
The elder tree is native to the British Isles. They grow to a height of about 15m and live for about 60 years. In ancient times the elder tree was considered to be incredibly sacred. The Great Goddess or the Elder Mother who presides over the mysteries of life, death and re-birth
was believed to inhabit the tree. Elders were often planted near houses, farms or stables to ward off malevolent forces and it was said that wearing elderflowers in your hair kept you safe from harm and evil spirits. It was believed anyone cutting down an elder without the Elder Mother’s consent would invite her persecution or perhaps the devil himself might appear.
The elder, like many trees, was surrounded by important and powerful meaning and honoured by people as a result. These ancient myths surrounding the magical elder tree only add to its charm.
But it was more than that too; the bark, leaves, flowers and berries were used for a wide range of medicinal purposes and seen as a gift from the Elder Mother. It was seen to have an abundance of healing properties and treasured accordingly. Nowadays it’s the elderflowers and elderberries that court our attention and are mainly used for delectable drinks and jams.
As we enter June, we’ll see great puffs of elderflower laced through town and country alike. Unashamedly peeping out through lush foliage as it grows just about everywhere. It’s a joy to be outside at this time of year and forage for elderflowers and it’s easy enough to make a day of it with family and a delicious picnic.
If you’re not entirely sure on what an elderflower looks like, use images from the internet on your phone or an app such as ‘Picture This’ to identify them. When you’ve found some lovely white puffs of elderflower, take a sharp pair of scissors or secateurs and snip just below where all the small stems meet the main stem. You want to make sure there is as little of the main green stem in your recipe as possible. As ever with foraging, take only a few flower heads from each tree as you want as many elderberries as possible to form come the late summer. The berries are important food for a wide range of wildlife. Place the elderflowers in a basket to prevent them being crushed. Then take them home to turn into tasty cocktails or whatever else you might fancy.
Words by Mide Carter.
Make good use of the abundance of elderflowers at this time of year and rustle up a flowery cordial that can be used for a wide range of delectable drinks and treats.
Ingredients:
12-15 elderflower heads, depending on size
450g of caster sugar
4 ½ tablespoons of honey
2 unwaxed lemons
Directions:
1. Wash the elderflowers gently, making sure you get rid of any bugs
2. Place the sugar and the honey in a saucepan with 1 litre of water and mix together over a medium heat. Gently bring it to the boil whilst stirring until all the sugar has dissolved then remove from the heat
3. Add the elderflowers, flower first, into the liquid completely submerging the white blooms and then grate the lemon zest into your flowery concoction
4. Squeeze in the juice from one of your lemons. Then slice up the other lemon and add it to the pan along with half a tablespoon of honey. Put the lid on the pan and leave the whole thing to infuse overnight
5. The next day, line a sieve with some white muslin and pour your cordial through
Utensils:
A large pan
Muslin for straining the mixture
Sterilised jars for your finished cordial
6. Store in sterilised bottles or jars to use as cordial, in cocktails, homemade ice cream or anything else that you fancy
Enjoy!
Make the most of your outside space this Summer with our pick of glorious garden games for everyone.
Words by Mide Carter
I love boules, a classic game that’s low energy and can be played by all the family. Ideal for the garden but really it can be played just about anywhere outside, making it great for keeping in the car – especially during the school holidays.
We found this great value set for £16.99 from Net World Sports.
Link here
Croquet feels quintessentially English but actually originated in France in the 11th century. It’s another great all-rounder for the family and, if space is limited, can be stored away easily.
A full-size set comes with croquet mallets that are 96 cm tall.
We love this solid well-made set from Ordnance Survey for £53.99.
Link here
Personally, I don’t think any garden is complete without a Giant Jenga. Great for adults and kids alike and can be rolled out all year round for wholesome garden fun.
Argos sell a colourful version at a really decent price of £35
Link here
Have you heard of Bex Ladder Game? Also called ladder ball, monkey ball and ladder golf, it’s said to have originated in the states in the 1900’s. If you haven’t played, I can’t recommend it enough as a brilliantly entertaining addition to your garden games collection. Once again, it can be packed away easily making it a great choice for any of us with limited storage.
Robert Dyas have a version available for £49.99.
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Who doesn’t love skittles?! Once again really handy if space is an issue and an easily accessible game for everyone. I love this beautiful wooden set sold at Big Game Hunters for a very reasonable £39.95
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The present-day royal family resides in and has many connections with the Cotswolds and surrounding areas. There is Highgrove, King Charles’ country home, set amongst rolling fields and its famous spectacular gardens. Then Gatcombe Park, near Cirencester, the country residence of Princess Anne and the location of many equestrian events every year. Additionally, Princess Anne’s daughter Zara Tindall and her husband Mike Tindall, along with their young family, also have a home on the grounds of Gatcombe Park. Much of Zara Tindall’s
equestrian career was shaped by the local area and its rich horse racing and eventing industry.
But as we approach the coronation of King Charles III on Saturday 6th May this year, it’s fascinating to look back further on the rich historical tapestry of the royals in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.
Discover a few of my favourite local royal historical stories on the next page.
In 1535 on July 8th or 9th King Henry VIII and Queen Anne Boleyn set off from Windsor Castle on a Royal Progress; a progress was a royal tour. It was planned to continue for three months and at the time Henry and Anne had been married for just two years.
A Royal Progress was important for several reasons. It was a much-needed opportunity for the many royal residences to be cleaned and repaired, but also crucially, a chance for the King to be seen by his wider subjects. It also enabled
Henry to escape the plague and other diseases rife in London at the time and lastly it was a chance for the King and his court to relax and enjoy themselves. This particular progress was to encompass a significant part of the Cotswold and surrounding areas. However significantly, Henry also used the opportunity to begin breaking the hold that the Catholic church had on himself and England. This was called ‘The dissolution of the Monasteries’.
In 1535, Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe was a royal residence and from July 21st to 26th, a stop on the Royal Progress when Henry and Anne stayed at the castle for a week. It was their first stop in the Cotswolds. During this week
Henry met with Thomas Cromwell at nearby Winchcombe Abbey to discuss the dissolution of the monasteries. This process would take the Catholic church’s land and money creating income for the royal purse but also making Henry VIII ‘The Supreme Head of the Church of England’. The dissolution of the monasteries took place from 1536 until 1541 and would fundamentally change England and the lives of the people who lived there forever. Anne Boleyn would be beheaded less than a year later on May 8th 1536 after Henry met Jane Seymour on the very same Royal Progress.
and peaceful fields but the Cotswolds were of significant strategic importance during the civil wars. Charles I’s (the Royalist Cavaliers) main stronghold was his headquarters at Oxford and the Parliamentarians (the Parliamentarian Roundheads), under Oliver Cromwell, had garrisons in Malmesbury, Bristol, Gloucester and Cirencester. They were important sympathiser locations for them.
The last battle of the civil war famously fought in Stow-on-the Wold and it’s said the streets ran with blood as the dead lay everywhere. Oliver Cromwell and the Roundheads were victorious, and Charles I was beheaded.
The English civil wars are seen as one of the most turbulent chapters in England’s long history. The civil wars were comprised of three wars fought from 1642 to 1651 that stretched across the whole of England. They were part of a wider conflict known as ‘Wars of the Three Kingdoms’ involving Wales, Scotland and Ireland. The wars were caused by complex, multi layered issues but at the centre was disagreements about religion, frustration and discontent at King Charles I’s use of power and his economic policies.
It’s difficult to imagine now when you look out over our sleepy villages, rolling hills
There are places dotted all over our local area rich with history that played parts big and small in the English Civil War. One of these is The Lygon Arms Hotel in Broadway in the north Cotswolds. The Lygon Arms was built in the 14th century and called The White Hart at the time of the civil war. It sits in Broadway at what was a key connection place for travellers between Wales, Worcester and London.
The Lygon or the White Hart served both Oliver Cromwell and Charles I. Charles I stayed there to meet with his supporters. The commanding Charles I suite bears testimony to this as is adorned with the King’s coat of arms. However, there are hints of the Royalists demise as the face of the lion has been removed, perhaps by Cromwell himself.
Oliver Cromwell stayed at The Lygon or the White Hart before the victorious battle of Worcester in 1651. Cromwell’s army, the Parliamentarians, stood at around 28,000 men strong. They defeated their largely Scottish opponents army of around 16,000 Royalists led by Charles II, as he tried to win back the throne after his father’s execution. Defeated, Charles II manged to escape and made his way to France where he lived in exile for the next nine years before returning to England to be crowned King at Westminster Abbey.
King George III became heir to the throne in 1751 after the death of his father so succeeded his grandfather George II as King in 1760. He married his wife, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, in 1761 and was utterly devoted to her and it was a happy marriage. They went on to have a large family, 15 children, 13 of whom reached adulthood.
George III is best known for his descent into serious mental illness, dramatised in the 1994 film The Madness of King George. But he was much more than this; a devoted husband and father, a keen politician and a thoughtful ruler. Additionally, he was passionate about
science or ‘natural philosophy’ as they called it then; a first for a King.
In 1788, after several bouts of ill health, King George III spent five weeks at Cheltenham drinking the infamous waters in a bid to improve his health. This visit was instrumental in securing the town’s popularity and wealth and much of the stunning regency houses we see there today came into existence because of this popularity. George III died on 29th January 1820 at Windsor castle aged 81. Luckily for us he left a legacy in Cheltenham that helped build the beautiful town that we enjoy today.
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“From my favourite spot on the floor I look up at the blue sky and the bare chestnut tree, on whose branches little raindrops shine, appearing like silver, and at the seagulls and other birds as they glide on the wind.”
- ANNE FRANK
A large horse chestnut tree stood behind the building in Amsterdam that hid Anne Frank from the Nazis during World War II. It was an enduring source of comfort and joy for Anne and she describes it in her famous diary at a time full of terror and suffocating monotony.
Anne and her family were betrayed to the Nazis on 4th August 1944 and Anne died in Bergen-Belsen concentration camp on 31st March 1945. A mere two weeks before the camp was liberated. She was just 15 years old.
In August of 2010, at 170 years old, the chestnut tree crashed to the ground succumbing to disease and a violent storm. However, anticipating the worst, grafts had already been taken from Anne’s tree and delicate saplings were successfully cultivated. These were distributed across the UK from Scotland to London in remembrance of Anne; a bright, eloquent, curious and energetic teenage girl who didn’t make it. One of these saplings was planted at beautiful Batsford Arboretum in October of 2010. .
I visited Batsford Arboretum on a sunny spring day in March this year, just a week before the anniversary of Anne’s death. The chestnut tree is thriving – standing around 5 metres tall surrounded by rolling hills and nature’s beauty and brilliance.
“I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.”
- ANNE FRANK
Each time I see Anne’s tree I am moved as if it was the first. There are powerful and conflicting feelings at Anne’s tree, and this is exactly what makes it so important.
I am always reminded of Anne’s love of nature and how comforting she found it. How, in the suffocating annexe where they hid, she found inspiration and joy in seemingly the smallest of ways. Also, her eloquence, strength and selfawareness. But always in remembering how remarkable she seemed we have to remember her suffering; the horrors of the war and the vile atrocities committed against the Jews and others who didn’t fit in with abhorrent Nazi ideals.
Anne’s tree is a place of incredible beauty, inspiration and profound sadness. It’s this contrast and discomfort that reminds me to strive for better, fight injustice and be more Anne.
There are copies of Anne’s diary for sale in the arboretum shop and also books on the infamous Mitford’s who once lived there at Batsford Park. The great irony of course is that two of the sisters, Unity and Diana, had strong connections to the Nazis and fascism. Obviously making the presence of Anne’s tree even more profound and important.
Batsford Arboretum, garden centre and cafe are open 9:30am – 5pm and last entry to the arboretum is at 4pm.
I hope the tree inspires young teenagers and, in particular, young women to be true to themselves despite the incredible pressures on young lives nowadays. It’s such a great place to take our kids and create conversation especially if they’re studying ‘Anne Frank – The Diary of a Young Girl’ in Year 6.
I’ll be visiting on the 12th of June – Anne’s birthday – to enjoy the scenery, think of Anne and lay some flowers for her at the tree.
“I think spring is inside me. I feel spring awakening, I feel it in my entire body and soul.
- ANNE FRANK, 12TH FEBRUARY 1944Words by Mide Carter.
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Hippo Lodges are manufacturers of stunning garden rooms, shepherd’s huts, glamping pods and home offices. Our Lodges are crafted from the highest quality materials meaning the finished result is both durable and beautiful.
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Offering a huge selection of leading brand Carpets, Vinyl’s and Laminates for both Domestic and Commercial properties.
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Offering a stylish range of traditional and contemporary Multifuel & Woodburning stoves in beautiful cast iron finishes.
Supplying a comprehensive range of services for all your roofing requirements.
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Supplying and installing a fantastic range of products to completely transform your home.
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Table Manners is a long-established cookware shop brimming with hundreds of cooking & baking products and handy kitchen utensils …along with a fantastic range of giftware for those looking for a thoughtful gift for someone special.
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Due to Premier Wheels high standards and professionalismm they are well known for their services and are therefore used by many of the car industries main dealerships, bodyshops, car clubs, insurance companies and vehicle leasing suppliers.
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Vale Tyre, Exhaust and Service Centre pride themselves on honest, up front reliable advice and service, coupled with a combined experience of over 25 years in both the mechanical repairs and tyre industry.
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EMS (Evesham Motor Services) are the largest independant garage in Evesham and certified by the AA. Their friendly team are always happy to help and pride themselves on their excellent service.
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The Cotswold’s trusted vehicle repair centre. As your local Cotswold garage we provide services for all vehicle makes and models.
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