Ledbury Focus April 2018 by Betty-Ann Ambury

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Happy Easter and Happy April Fool’s Day! Not sure it’s quite correct to wish you, “Happy April Fool’s Day” but since it falls on the same day as Easter Sunday this year, I thought I’d do it anyway. I hope you all have a lovely weekend, enjoy your Hot Cross Buns and Easter Eggs – hopefully without too many unexpected surprises! This month we welcome several new advertisers, as well as articles from several local sporting clubs who are holding open days in the next few weeks. We also welcome back a number of seasonal advertisers, so keep an eye out for them as you browse through the magazine. Living in the country, as we do, is wonderful most of the time, but can be challenging when the weather becomes temperamental and dumps several inches of snow on us, as happened a couple of weeks ago. However, madam weather is ever capricious and a week ago, when writing this piece for our Surreybased magazine, all traces of snow had disappeared and it was a beautiful sunny day – it was even warm! Spring is on its way, I thought. Then this morning, to my astonishment, I looked out of the window and saw . . . three inches of snow . . . again! So much for global warming! That’s all for this month. Until next time, keep happy and healthy.

Betty

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ANN STOKES RETURNS TO LEDBURY

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f you missed her last year when she came to Ledbury, this is your chance to come and meet gothic fantasy artist Anne Stokes. Anne, with sculptor and writer John Woodward, will be in Ledbury for an art signing event at the Realm of Fantasy Festival on Saturday 19th May 2018. Fantasy specialist shop Enchant & Allure, who will be hosting the event, will have a huge selection of fantasy products and some special limited edition

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e are a friendly tennis club, near the Gloucester Road roundabout, in the surrounds of Ledbury Park. The Club has competitive and social tennis for adults and juniors. We run Men’s, Ladies and Mixed teams, have social tennis mornings, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday as well as offering a weekly Rusty Rackets session on a Wednesday evening from 6-7pm. Any adult is most welcome to this session, as you do not have to be a member. Junior coaching night is on Friday and details regarding coaching can be found on our website, ledburytennisclub.com. Our Club Coach works on an LTA sponsored programme to encourage children to play tennis, in two feeder Primary schools for John Masefield, in rotation. This year she is visiting Much Marcle and Colwall Primary schools. As a follow up to these sessions the

children are invited to come along for free coaching to Ledbury Tennis Club. This year we are entering two LTA sponsored events for involving any children in our area and parents. These are: Saturday 14th April - ‘Girl, Set and Match’, 10am to midday For any under-10 girl to play in with an over-18 adult female, Mum, Grandma, Aunt etc. Entry is free. Contact details regarding entry, see below Saturday 28th April - Family Quorn competition, 10am to midday This is a competition for any under 10 Boy or Girl to play with an over 18 adult. Winners of this tournament go to The Priory Club Edgbaston for a fun packed day. Entry is free. Contact details regarding entry - see below. No experience is needed, just book

your place by contacting Ann Hume, details below! Sunday 6th May - Open American Tournament at the Club This tournament run on a round robin basis is open to ALL, including any prospective members. It will run from 2pm to 5pm, and all you need do is book your place by contacting Ann Hume. Tea and Tennis is on offer for an entry of £5 Saturday 12th May is our Open Morning from 10am to 1pm This year we are running our Open Morning as part of the Great British Tennis Weekend. Our Club Coach will be on hand to offer coaching and there will be members to meet, greet and play with prospective members. Refreshments will be available. Please do come along. Contact Ann Hume

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n the words of Oscar Hammerstein “If you haven't got a dream, how are you gonna make a dream come true?” My dream had always been to run a Boarding Cattery. With my passion for animals and over 25 years’ experience of having them in my life this has driven my desire to build and run my own cattery. I wanted to ensure I could offer the best possible standards and service, so I set about putting this plan into action. I opened Woodside Luxury Cattery in March 2017.

cats happy by giving them all the love and cuddles they want – providing a home from home experience whilst on their holiday. In addition to my ‘Everyday Menu’ I also offer a ‘Luxury Menu’, so that your cat(s) can have that extra special dining experience whilst on their holiday. The latter includes my ‘Turndown Service’ – a selection of cat treats from the mini-bar and some creamy cat milk just before bed for the ‘puuurrrfect’ boarding experience. More information about Woodside Luxury Cattery can be found via my website: www.woodsideluxurycattery.co.uk where you can also find a link to my facebook page. If you would like a viewing or to book then please contact Debbie on 01531 651808 or e-mail debbie@ woodsideluxurycattery.co.uk It would be lovely to meet you.

The chalets are constructed in uPVC to ensure the cattery offers the highest standards of hygiene, security and comfort. All chalets have an internal thermostatically heated sleeping area and outdoor covered runs, with heated beds for the winter and cooling pads for the summer. The luxury accommodation is set in beautiful, calm and peaceful countryside surroundings with fantastic views of the woodland, along with birds, squirrels and Muntjac Deer keeping my guests entertained. Running Woodside Luxury Cattery myself also allows me to really get to know my cat guests and their needs, ensuring they get the individual attention they deserve. I love the cats as if they were my own and I don’t wish for them toFocus want for anything. My aim is to make the Ledbury

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t’s April and the start of the Bowling Season once again.

Eastnor Bowling Club Opens it’s doors on 15th April at 2.30pm and welcomes all bowlers. Whether you are an existing player or just want to try a new pastime and meet like minded people, everyone is welcome - all we ask is that you wear flat shoes. Eastnor Bowling Club is a small friendly Club and we pride ourselves in keeping a well stocked bar and catering facilities for all our members and visitors needs. The season runs from April to the end of September, with Club Nights every Friday, for roll ups or a chat and drink with friends. Through the winter months we have a Quiz Night with supper once a month, which has proved very popular.

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What's on ... in April Wednesday 28th March to early May *** "Something Contemporary" ARTISTREE is a co-operative of local artists who exhibit in the gallery above the Heritage Centre in Church Lane , Ledbury. "Something Contemporary" is the first of a number of exhibitions to be held during the coming year. Our show includes Painting, Sculpture, Furniture, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Textile and Encaustic work, all on display in one of Ledbury's most historic buildings. Entry is free, open 10.30am to 4.30pm Wednesday to Sunday. Friday 30th March to Sunday 15th April Easter at Hampton Court Castle & Gardens Follow the clues around the gardens to complete the 'Easter Trail' and win a sweet treat! Create a masterpiece to take home in the Children's Craft Workshop. Have hands-on experience with some exotic animals and be thrilled and amused by inquisitive Meerkats and many more furry and slinky creatures. Adults £9 - seniors 65+ £8 - child 4-15yrs £5.25 - family £26 (2 adults + 3 children). Tel: 01568 797777. Hampton Court Castle & Gardens, Hopeunder-Dinmore, Leominster, HR6 0PN. Saturday 31st March to Sunday 8th April *** Nature Unfurled An Easter exhibition by six Ledbury artists showing ceramics, calligraphy, machine embroidery,painting, mixed media & pewter jewellery. Open daily 10am - 5pm / Sundays 10am 4pm. Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury Monday 2nd April Malvern Flea & Collectors Fair UK's largest flea fair. Clothing, ceramics, toys, gardenalia, house clearance goods. Catering facilities, ATM machine and free parking. Tel: 01636 676531. 7.30am - 3.30pm. £5. Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW. Saturday 7th April *** Ledbury WEA Film Study Day Marlene Deitrich – Her Life & Times at The Market Theatre, Ledbury. 10am – 4.30pm. Contact: 01531 634333 for bookings. Saturday 7th & Sunday 22nd April Ledbury Spring Foraging Course Meeting in parking area opposite main entrance to the Castle at 12pm for a short introduction. After the talk set off for a 2-3 hour walk identifying edible and

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The Master's House April 2018 Programme

Tuesday 3rd April : 4.45pm to 5.45pm Ledbury Readers' Group A friendly readers’ group held in Ledbury Library. Drop in and join us and books will be provided. Free Tuesday 3rd April : 7pm to 9pm Ledbury Poetry Salon with featured poet Jacqui Rowe Jacqui Rowe has had four poetry pamphlets published and her poems have appeared in magazines such as The Interpreter's House and Poetry Review. She has also read her poems on Radio 4's Poetry Please hosted by Roger McGough. Co-founder of the award-winning independent press, Flarestack Poets, she is a sought after mentor for other poets and a tutor for the Poetry School. This is followed by an Open Mic and anyone is welcome to perform to a friendly audience. £5 on the door (includes a drink) Wednesday 4th April : 10am to 12 noon Master's House Tour The Friends of the Master's House will be hosting a detailed tour of this beautiful 15th century building that featured on Channel 4's Great British Buildings: Restoration of the Year. Free tickets / donations gratefully accepted Tuesday 10th April : 4pm to 6pm Introduction to the Internet Learn how to search the internet safely and effectively at Ledbury Library. Our tutor will also take you through accessing our services online. Laptops will be provided or bring your own. Provided by Fastershire. 16+ years Free tickets

Friday 13th April : 11am to 12.30pm A Good Read? Readers' Group Bring along a book you’ve read, share your thoughts and perhaps a short snippet from the book in this friendly and informal readers’ group. Second Friday of each month. Free Tuesday 17th April : 7pm to 9pm Ledbury Poetry Reading Circle This is a chance to read, chat about and enjoy poems by poets who will feature in the 2018 Ledbury Poetry Festival. A relaxed way to read and enjoy poetry. Free Saturday 21st April : 10am to 12 noon Ledbury Young Writer's Group Professional writer and poet Sara-Jane Arbury leads a young writer's group to explore creative writing in a fun and imaginative way. Booking is essential, visit www.writingwestmidlands.org to reserve a place. 9 – 14 years £6 per session BOOK A GROUP TOUR OF THE MASTER’S HOUSE The Friends of the Master’s House welcome requests for private tours for groups of 10 to 20 people on Wednesdays, 10am to 3pm. Tours last 1½ hours. Please visit www.themastershouse ledbury.org to arrange a booking. All the Friends ask for is a donation that goes directly towards funding future heritage events in the building.

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MASTER’S HOUSE GIFTS AND CARDS The Friends have a range of unique gifts for sale, such as tea towels, aprons, mugs, fridge magnets, key rings, postcards and other small items for sale which would provide an interesting reminder of your visit to a unique building. The building is open during library opening hours. Booking and Tickets Tel: 01432 383499 Email: ledburylibrary@herefordshire.gov.uk Tickets will be available 6 weeks before the event. Tickets that have not been collected the day before the event, unless otherwise advised, will be reallocated. LEDBURY LIBRARY OPENING TIMES Monday 9.30am to 4.30pm Tuesday 9.30am to 6pm Wednesday Closed Thursday 9.30am to 4.30pm Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm Saturday 9.30am to 12.30pm

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to the section on finches. I knew what the bird wasn’t: not a bullfinch, not a chaffinch - it was too big for either and definitely the wrong colour - so I looked for more exotic birds and discovered, to my delight, that I had a hawfinch in my garden and that is first for me. Hawfinches are on the red list, there are only about 500 - 1000 resident in England. It is also one of the most difficult birds to see. Their markings make excellent camouflage and they are very shy. Winter is the best time to see them, when there are no leaves on the trees. They have been seen on Ragged Stone and Chase End this autumn/winter, so the one in my garden may well be part of the influx from Eastern Europe where crop failures have forced these birds further north looking for food. article by Geraldine Holbourn [stock photo]

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Preheat the oven to 180Â°C/350Â°F/ Gas Mark 4.

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Sieve bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, cinnamon and flour into a large mixing bowl and add the oatmeal.

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Pour the mixture into the greased muffin tin, dividing equally.

Bake in the oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned on top.

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edbury Bowling Club was founded in 1927 and is situated in Bank Crescent. A very unique club and bowling green built between Ledbury town centre and established traditional housing. Bank Crescent itself is on a steep incline, against our bowling green which is level and flat. From those early days it has now become one of the top bowling clubs in Herefordshire, catering for all ages and abilities. The club has its own clubhouse facilities which are used twelve months of the year in the closed bowling season, social activities take place, i.e. quiz nights, crib drives, themed food evenings, members bingo sessions and horse race gatherings. All are well catered for in centrally heated rooms, and a fully stocked members' bar. The season of 2017 saw some of the most rewarding results for LBC. Our men representing Herefordshire won the National Fours Championships competition at Leamington Spa, a first for any club in Herefordshire. We were also represented in singles, pairs and triples matches at the National Championships, all going on through a number of rounds. Two of our young members represented England playing in the International series against Scotland, Ireland and Wales. Our Ladies section is well established, again with a number of Ladies representing Herefordshire in the National Championships. Saturday April 14th represents the start of the 2018 season, with high expectations for another

successful season. During this Saturday our green will be open to existing members and we would welcome new members, both with bowling experience and beginners. We have equipment to use for people new to bowls, and we have a recognised BDA coach to help you get started. So come along and view our club, meet our friendly members, try our facilities and refreshments. Our subscription fees have not increased in eight years and for new bowlers the fees are just 50% for the first year. Junior members upto the age of 21 years pay just £15, excellent value for money for all players. During the playing season, we play upwards of forty mixed friendly matches against clubs throughout the Three Counties. Ladies and men’s league matches in Herefordshire and Worcestershire and County Competition matches, which if successful, you represent Herefordshire in the Nationals. A further Open Day is scheduled for May 20th, so please come along and give our game a go, we feel sure you will enjoy it.

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Lea & Paget's wood - photo courtesy of Herefordshire Wildlife Trust

Your guide to a wild

April

with Herefordshire Wildlife Trust

ur gorgeous bluebells are in flower this month, colouring and scenting our ancient woodlands. The native bluebell (Hyacinthoides nonscripta) thrives in open woodland where there is space for light to come through to the woodland floor. Our woodland nature reserves are managed with coppicing, thinning and by keeping wide rides and paths clear and this

allows many wildflowers – and the insects that rely on them - to flourish. Visit Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s Lea and Paget’s Wood Nature Reserve near Fownhope or the Malvern Hills for fantastic bluebell displays. Another special flower, the snake’s head fritillary also usually blooms this month – though in very different locations. This delicate and distinctive flower, pattered with a purple checkerboard design, grows in floodplain meadows and can be seen on Lugg Meadow on the edge of Hereford – flood waters depending! Look out for cuckoos, swallows and house martins arriving back

in the UK from late March onwards. Having overwintered in Africa, cuckoos spend the spring and summer here and are notorious for laying their eggs in the nests of other, smaller birds, such as meadow pipits, dunnocks and reed warblers. A wealth of folklore is attached to this bird whose call traditionally heralds the coming of the summer. What to Do Foraging Hedgerow spring greens are abundant in April – jack by the hedge, wild garlic, dandelion leaves and the tender tops of nettles are all abundant and easy to identify though there are many others.

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April 2018

Children’s Wildlife Crafts Thursday 5th April 1pm - 3.30pm Ages: 3 to 12 years Venue: Herefordshire Wildlife Trust Ledbury Shop, 4 The Homend, Ledbury, HR8 1BT. Cost: Free

Snake's Head Fritillary - photo courtesy of Evan Bowen Jones Dandelion leaves, hairy bittercress, and jack by the hedge can all be used as salad leaves and eaten raw, whilst common sorrel and wild garlic make a great pesto. (Remember to follow the foragers’ code and only pick small amounts of common plants where they are abundant and only pick courtesy plants when youWilberforce are confident Yellow Flag - photo of Lizzie you have identified them correctly.) Sow wildflower seeds Whether you have a large garden, square of lawn or window box there’s always space for a few of our native wildflowers to take root! These will not only brighten up any area but are fantastic support for our bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. If you have a lawn, consider leaving an area unmown to grow long over the spring and summer and, to maximise the flowers, plant plug plants of yellow rattle, (a plant which reduce the strength of the grasses), and sow wildflower seed mixes into any bare patches.

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Snake’s head fritillary Guided Walks Saturday 21st April various times during the morning Venue: Lower House Farm, Ledbury Road, Tupsley, Hereford HR1 1UT. Cost: £7, under 14s free, booking essential Bluebell Walk at Lea & Paget’s Wood Wednesday 25th April 10am - 12pm Ages: all Venue: Lea Pagets Wood, Hawkers Lane, Fownhope, HR1 4PZ Cost: £7, booking essential Spring Herb Walk with medicinal herbalist Rowan McOnegal Saturday 28th April 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm Ages: Adult Venue: Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum, nr. Leominster, HR6 0PY. Cost: £7, booking essential All events and booking details can be found at: www.herefordshirewt.org or call 01432 356872

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Vet Talk

with Martin Leith BVetMed MRCVS

t is all too easy to think about cute, fluffy rabbits around Easter time, however rabbits are not the easiest pets to look after. They require a certain type of housing, exercise area, diet and they are susceptible to a number of conditions, some of which can be fatal. Rabbits are notorious for being selective feeders - this means they will eat the nice bits and leave the bits that are actually beneficial to their health. Rabbits that are selective feeders have an increased risk of developing dental disease and misalignment of the cheek teeth; this in turn can lead to other conditions involving the rabbit's digestive system. Teeth related health issues can be rectified when they are addressed and treated in the early stages. Another dietary related condition is obesity and this in itsself can lead to other health conditions, including Flystrike. We see a number of cases during the warmer months, where flies have been attracted to dirty housing and messy bottoms and laid eggs which have hatched in to maggots. Like our dogs, cats and horses, rabbits require annual vaccinations to protect them Ledbury Focus

Health & Well-being of Rabbits this Easter against fatal diseases. For many years, the diseases we have been concerned about are Myxomatosis and Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease, and for these there has been a single vaccine, readily available that protects against both diseases. However, in more recent years, another strain of RHD has become increasing prevalent and this strain is not covered by the normal vaccine, and has resulted in several cases locally. However there is an extra vaccine available. If you would like to speak with a member of our veterinary team regarding the health of your rabbit or their vaccination status, please do not hesitate to contact us. Troublesome Ticks As the weather starts to warm up, our dogs will be going for more walks in the countryside and our

cats will be out and about exploring their surroundings, so you may notice an increase in these parasites. Ticks live in the long grass and woodland areas waiting to latch on to passing pets. Once the ticks have attached to the pet, they feed on your petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blood â&#x20AC;&#x201C; often for several days. There are several effective ways of controlling ticks, including spot-ons, collars and a very effective tablet that provides three months' protection. It is worth bearing in mind that not all flea prevention preparations will provide protection against ticks, so please have a look at the instructions or packaging. Alternatively, please feel free to contact a member of staff at the surgery who will be more than happy to have a look into it for you.

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MUNITY COM CONTACTS EMERGENCY SERVICES POLICE FIRE AMBULANCE Emergency: 999 WEST MERCIA POLICE Ledbury Police Station Worcester Road Tel: 101

MARKET SURGERY Market Street (off Bye St) Monday - Friday 8.30 - 6pm Phone calls taken from 8am Tel: 01531 632423 LEDBURY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Tel: 01531 632488 NHS DIRECT Tel: 111 ST.MICHAEL’S HOSPICE Bartestree Hereford Tel: 01432 851000

CRIMESTOPPERS Tel: 0800 555 111

DAY LEWIS PHARMACY Bye Street Monday - Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 1.00pm Tel: 01531 632693

GAS Tel: 0800 111 999 WELSH WATER Tel: 0800 281 432 SEVERN TRENT WATER Tel: 0800 783 4444 ELECTRICITY Tel: 0800 328 1111

EDUCATION BUSY BEES PRE-SCHOOL Tel: 01531 248087 LEDBURY CHILDREN’S CENTRE Families with children 0-5 Tel: 01432 383840 PALS Breakfast and After School Club Tel: 01531 632940 LEDBURY PRIMARY SCHOOL Long Acres Tel: 01531 632940 JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Mabels Furlon Tel: 01531 631012

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HELP & SUPPORT ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Hereford Tel: 01432 371137 CHILD PROTECTION HELPLINE Tel: 0800 800 500 CHILDLINE Tel: 0800 1111 COMMUNITY SAMARITANS Tel: 01432 269000 Tel: 0845 790 9090 DASH (Drugs Services Herefordshire) Tel: 01432 263636 DIVORCE RECOVERY WORKSHOP Tel: 01684 560394 HEREFORD & WORCESTER ADVISORY SERVICE ON ALCOHOL Tel: 01905 27417

BOOTS CHEMIST High Street Mon - Sat 8.30am - 5.30pm 01531 632687

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MEDICAL LOANS SERVICE Jenn Jones 01531 632745

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HEREFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL Union Walk Hereford HR1 2ER Tel: 01432 355444 GLOUCESTERSHIRE ROYAL HOSPITAL Great Western Road, Gloucester GL1 3NN Tel: 0300 422 2222 WORCESTERSHIRE ROYAL HOSPITAL Charles Hastings Way Worcester WR5 1DD Tel: 01905 763333

LEDBURY CHILDREN'S CENTRE email: ledburychildrenscentre@ herefordshire.gov.uk www.herefordshire.gov.uk www.facebook.com/hfdscouncil Tel: 01432 383840 LEDBURY OUTREACH www.herefordshirecab.org.uk Tel: 01432 270536 MARRIAGE CARE (Relationship Counselling) Ledbury & Hereford Payment by donation Tel: 0800 389 3801

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WORSHIP CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITY New Street Saturday Mass 5.00pm Sunday Mass 10.30am Tel: 01531 635354 ST MICHAEL’S PARISH CHURCH Church Lane 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.30am Parish Communion & Young Church 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month 10.30am Parish Communion with Baptism 1st Sunday of the month 6.30pm Evensong 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month Tel: 01531 631531 BAPTIST CHURCH The Homend Sundays 10.30am Worship except the first Sunday in the month. All-age family Messy Church usually first Saturday each month 3.30pm-6pm - replaces Sunday service (info Facebook 'Messy Church Ledbury') Tel: 07960 322528 METHODIST CHURCH The Homend Sundays 10.30am Worship Tel: 01531 634242 LEDBURY QUAKERS Burgage Hall Church Lane 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month 11am Meeting for Worship Tel: 01531 634575 PENTCOSTAL FELLOWSHIP Community Centre Lawnside Road Sundays 10am Praise & Worship Tel: 01432 352545 LEDBURY ELIM CHURCH Ledbury Primary School Long Acres Sundays at 10.30am Further info Peter Williamson Tel: 07802 573173

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PUBLIC SERVICES LEDBURY LIBRARY Master’s House Monday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Tuesday: 9.30am to 6pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Friday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Saturday: 9.30am to 12.30pm Sunday: Closed Tel: 01432 383499 POST OFFICE Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 9am - 12.30pm Tel: 01531 632678 ROYAL MAIL DELIVERY OFFICE Tel: 01531 633311 Last Collection P.O 5.30pm At box in town 5.45pm HOUSEHOLD RECLAMATION SITE Little Marcle Road Wednesday 8.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 8.00am - 6.00pm Sunday 9.30am - 1.00pm

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Tel: 01684 563611

TRAVEL National Rail Tel: 0845 748 4950

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National Travel Line (Buses) Tel: 0871 200 2233

VETS & ANIMAL CARE LEADON VALE VETERINARY CENTRE Tel: 01531 632276 RSPCA (cruelty, neglect concern 24hrs) Tel: 0300 123 4999 CAT PROTECTION Tel: 0845 3977 074 RSPB Tel: 01767 693690

SUPERMARKETS CO-OPERATIVE New Street Tel: 01531 635905 TESCO Orchard Lane Tel: 01531 629807

TOWN COUNCIL Church Lane Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 10am - 2pm admin@ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01531 632306 County Councillors: Ledbury North Councillor Liz Harvey epjharvey@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01531 631718 Ledbury South Councillor Emma Holton Emma.Holton@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 07901 595764 Ledbury West Councillor Andrew Warmington Andrew.Warmington@herefordshire. gov.uk Tel: 07985 082262 Herefordshire Council Tel: 01432 260000 MP Bill Wiggin (con) Tel: 01568 612565 TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE Ice Bytes - 38 The Homend

Health Kinesiology and what it can do for you

by Helen Mawson, BSc Hons, DIpM, BTAA, BAUK, KFRP

Contact me for more information I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation so you can find out more about the therapies I practice and how they could help you.

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n this article, I share with you some information concerning Kinesiology, Health Kinesiology to be specific which is a specific form of this therapy. I will highlight what it is and how it can help you to feel healthy, balanced and vibrant! Kinesiology Pronounced Kin-easy-ology, is a health / healing modality, and there are now many different types or branches of Kinesiology across the world. The modality was originally developed in the late 60s/70s by an American Chiropractor Dr George Goodheart founder of Applied Kinesiology and the International College of Applied Kinesiology. Goodheart discovered that each muscle in the belongs to a specific circuit or meridian within the body and that when things in the circuit are out of balance the muscle would test weak. Training in this modality will often take a practitioner several years and Kinesiology generally contains lots of techniques and

procedures that can be used to re-balance the body and energy systems. I originally trained in Health Kinesiology which was developed by Dr Jimmy Scott in Canada in 1978. I also trained in Touch for Health Kinesiology which was developed by Dr John Thie in the 70s. These types of Kinesiology both have their origins and connections to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and I also learnt a lot about TCM such as the acupuncture points and what health issues they are used for treating. Muscle Testing Many people refer to Kinesiology and Muscle testing interchangeably, however, the two are quite different. Muscle testing is a technique we are trained in as Kinesiologists in order to get bio-energetic feedback from the body when asking very precise questions or when using a food or allergen to test the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response. Muscle testing as a technique has been adopted by many health practitioners such as nutritionists and herbalists to

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ascertain information from the body concerning supplements or food intolerance or allergies.

not work as well as usual, and this causes symptoms in the body.

Meridians In Kinesiology training we learn where the meridian energy are located throughout the body and precisely where the hundreds of acupuncture points are located. We then learn lots of techniques that can be used to balance the meridians such as gentle massage or tapping them lightly which helps revive and restore them.

An organ can also become ‘overenergised’ when too much energy is directed into it by the meridians, which can also have a detrimental effect.

Health Kinesiology works by re-tuning meridian energy to accept a pattern of stress that has been highlighted within the body. There are 14 main meridians on the human body – two of them run directly up the centre of the body, one at the front, one at the back, and the remaining 12 meridians are bi-lateral – i.e. they are in pairs, one on the left and one on the right of the body. The Chinese discovered that each of the meridians directed energy into one of the main organs of the body (for example, we have a pair of meridians each for our Liver, Heart, Lungs, Kidneys etc.). If the meridian becomes blocked, or malfunctions in some other way, the organ does not receive its usual amount of energy and becomes ‘underenergised’, and therefore does Ledbury Focus

The Chinese also found that certain emotions tended to under- or over-energise particular meridians, and so our thoughts and our emotions can influence the functioning of our internal organs. For example, the Kidney and Bladder meridians are particularly influenced by ‘fear’ and ‘anxiety’-type emotions. How I work in practice Within Health Kinesiology I have lots of procedures that I can use in order to balance the body and energy systems. I do this by muscle testing your body and identifying what it needs from my “menu” of “corrections” in order to regain balance. These “corrections” are performed by highlighting a pattern of stress. These stress patterns might be emotional or psychological and are set up by the individual thinking about something specific or by physically using a toxin, allergen, food or other substance. I will test which circuit or meridian is out of balance and

will hold points on that circuit along with using other “kit” in the presence of the stressor in order to restore balance back to the body and energy systems. This literally allows your body and energy systems to integrate and deal with whatever was causing the stress. People generally feel freer and lighter after this work, they also report that they can think about or be in the presence of whatever was causing them stress and it not cause them problems any longer. Some specific examples of the things this work has helped people with include: Phobias, Fears, Emotional problems, Unhealthy patterns of behaviour, Psychological stress, Pain, Sensory issues, Cognitive issues, Learning difficulties, Allergies and Intolerance issues, to name but a few! Contact me for more information If you have any questions or would like to know more about how I work either give me a call on T: 01531 579 035 or M: 07904 457 075 or email me on E: helen@complete-balance. co.uk. You can also find more information on my website: www.complete-balance.co.uk Newsletter You can also sign up for my newsletter via my website in order to receive information and promotional offers: www.complete-balance.co.uk

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Butcher Row House Museum The Egyptians might have relocated Abu Simbel, but Ledburians moved the Butcher Row House Museum!

id you know that Ledbury is documented in the Doomsday Book and the many historic buildings span centuries back to medieval times. Little wonder that with the wealth of attractions Ledbury is firmly on the map for visitors and tourists as a “MUST SEE” Town.

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At a presentation by Chris Johnson, Chairman of the Ledbury and District Civic Society, to members of the Rotary Club, Chris said that the Society exists to ensure Ledbury’s heritage is at the heart of our present and future. Illustrating his talk with colourful photographs, members were taken on a fascinating tour of Ledbury, including the Butcher Row House Museum.

The Society is run entirely by volunteers; their prime objective is promoting and safeguarding our heritage and if you would like to become a member the cost is only £10.00 per year. E-mail: membership@ ledburycivicsociety.org to find out more.

Originally one of a row of 15 houses and shops, (many of them butchers), which ran down the middle of what is now High Street, the houses were bought out by public subscription in 1830. Most were demolished, but Butcher Row House used to be in the back garden of 14 High Street.

Chris went on to say that currently population of Ledbury stands at more that 10,000 and many of the residents in and around the region support the Town in all its activities throughout the year.

Rotary President David Houghton thanked Chris for his enthralling talk, which captivated the interest and imagination of the audience. article & photographs by Jan Long

Whilst making no comparisons to the fantastic feat of moving the great temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt during the 1960s, when Ledbury and District Civic Society was given the house in 1979 it was moved from the high Street and re-erected it in its present location next to the Burgage Hall in Church Lane.

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taly is known for producing numerous products of highquality. Italian designer fashions and cars are very much recognised and sought-after, globally. Many visitors return regularly to Italy, for the enjoyment of beautiful landscapes and coastal areas, plus explorations of Italy’s history and cultural heritage. There are many more attractions and qualities the country has to offer, including very impressive glassware, porcelain, lace and furniture, plus wonderful cuisine and wines, for example. Giacomo Casanova lived during the 18th century. Born 2nd April 1725, in Venice, he lived for 73 years. During his life, the legendary Giacomo Casanova was an adventurer, poet, musician, writer and spy, amongst his many attributes, as well as being renowned for his encounters with females. Entering the University of Padua, at twelve years of age, Casanova graduated at age seventeen with a degree in law and constantly searched to satisfy his desires for love and lust.

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During the early part of the 21st century Carlo Parodi envisaged the creation of a Museum & Experience, to offer everyone the opportunity to learn and discover about the life of Giacomo Casanova. Carlo Parodi, founder of Giacomo Casanova Limited and the Giacomo Casanova Foundation works tirelessly, along with professionals, that include university professors, plus many other knowledgeable and skilled personnel and has created the Museum & Experience, for all to enjoy. The first Giacomo Casanova Museum is located in Venice. As well as the very interesting memorabilia, which includes paintings and artefacts from Casanova’s life and times, modern technology and multimedia inclusions allow visitors, of all ages, to engage in and discover – the world of this charismatic man. The romances of Giacomo Casanova, plus the styles and ways of life, of that era, hold much interest and fascination, evoking and satisfying curiosity and intrigue.

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