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The Cheeseboard

Pershore Plum Festival

Pershore High School

Bluebird Care

Matcheo

Cats Protection

Carrick Travel

Building a Nature Reserve

BD Auto Services

West Malvern Arts Festival

Helping Hands

The Battle of Evesham Festival

ALM Fitness

What's on in August

West Midland Safari Park

Bring in the Plants

Coffee Break

Open Studios

Community Contacts

St Richard's Hospice

Index of Advertisers

To the August edition of The Worcestershire Grapevine. This month we've increased our distribution into several new areas of Evesham, so I'd like to extend a special welcome to our new readers - I do hope you will enjoy the magazine.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. All artwork and copy appearing in this publication is copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. The right to refuse advertisements is reserved. The use of this publication for canvassing, direct marketing or any other activity apart from sourcing local goods and services is strictly prohibited. ÂŠ 2015

Hello & Welcome ...

I'm often asked where the front page photos are taken ... so for those of you who are interested, the two gorgeous flamingoes on this month's cover were photographed at the Malta Bird Park in Naxxar, near St Paul's Bay during a recent holiday Mike and I had there. Game of Thrones fans will recognise the photo at the top of page 7 as the site of the Dothraki Wedding in Season 1 of the series also Malta, on the island of Gozo. Next month is Make a Will month with St. Richard's Hospice (page 49), so if you haven't already got a Will, now's the time to get one done. If you are looking for things to do and places to go in August, apart from the events on our What's On page, there's the Pershore Plum Festival (page 11), Battle of Evesham (page 35) and for the art lovers, West Malvern Art Festival (page 30) and Open Studios (page 46). We're still looking for one more distributor in Evesham, so if you are interested, please give me a call. Until next month, keep well, and enjoy the magazine.

Betty

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Friday 29th August – Monday 31st August 2015 Triple winner of Worcestershire’s Best Tourism Event and Festival Award 2011 - 2013

Think Pershore, think purple, think plums Come along this Bank Holiday and explore for yourself the numerous events to attend…. Thursday 13th, 20th & 27th August

Plum Tours Evesham Vale Tour Guides and Dudley's Coaches Ltd bring you a fantastic day out around Pershore and the surrounding area, with lots of plummy goodness. Contact Dudleys Coaches Ltd to book your seat on 01386 792206. Saturday 8th, 15th & 22nd August

Plum Alley Plum Alley (Chapman Court) will be bustling in the Saturday’s leading up to the Bank Holiday Weekend, as local artists perform raising money for a charity of their choice. Thursday 27th August

Plum Bike Nite Plum Bike Nite, hosted by South Midlands Bike Nites, is back in aid of Midlands AirAmbulance. A life size Air Ambulance Pod will be situated in Broad Street, don’t forget to wear Purple!

Saturday 29th August

Pershore Plum Festival Launch

The Festival opens its doors with an official launch. Prunella the Pershore Purple Plum will be present alongside a host of entertainment and plum fun to kick start the plum crazy weekend of events. The Angel Hotel will start their celebrations with The Big Plum, Beer, Food and Music Festival, as well as Plum Alley activities and the famous Purple Shop Window Competition.

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fter Dad died, Mum became more and more socially isolated. It took three years to convince her to move to be near me. I found a lovely warden supported flat: lots going on, social events, good ‘neighbours’. However, her hearing and eyesight were poor and these were given as the excuse for not joining in with the social events. Also because she was now local, I ended up providing her evening meal seven nights a week and helping round the house. Then Mum had a fall and a mini stroke. We were in a vicious circle. Mum was not eating, not drinking, and eventually was admitted to hospital. Her GP proposed that she should come home with professional care. Not every day, but enough to help me, to support Mum, and to take the pressure off. I did some research online and also asked friends. Helping Hands came up on several occasions. I contacted them and arranged for them to meet Mum at the hospital on the same day, and I really did feel they had a ‘cando’ approach. There was no hard sell. The options were well presented and we made our choice.

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7 Ways to Avoid Falling off the Healthy Eating Wagon Whether you’ve been riding the healthy eating wagon for a week or a decade, staying on can be difficult. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can hold on.

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Saturday 1st August Commemoration & Democracy Day Opening event in the Commemorative Fortnight. The ceremony will make formal commemoration of the Battle of Evesham, remembering those who died there and recognising the importance of the battle in the history of parliamentary democracy. 11am to 1pm. Evesham, WR11 4ST. www. battleofevesham.co.uk Sunday 2nd August St Richards Hospice Waterways Walk 21-mile circular walk along canals and river or 10 miles, one way, Diglis to Droitwich. No map reading; 95% is away from roads; dogs welcome. 21-mile route starts Droitwich Spa Marina 7am 8am. 10 miles starts Anchor Inn, Diglis 10.30am 11.30am. Tel: 01905 763963, email: aparkes@ strichards.org.uk. Droitwich Spa Marina, WR9 7DU. www.strichards.org.uk/waterwayswalk, Sunday 2nd August Sunday Lunch Cruises The MV Conway Castle is the largest passenger vessel on the River Severn, licensed to carry up to 300 passengers. Based in Upton upon Severn, cruises operate to Tewkesbury and Worcester. Whether celebrating a special occasion, or for Sunday Lunch, these cruises are "best sellers". 12:30pm to 3pm. Tickets: Adults £25, children 4-12 £15. Tel: 01684 593112. The Boathouse, Waterside, Upton on Severn, WR8 0HG. www.severnleisurecruises.co.uk/sunday-cruises Sun 2nd, Wed 5th & Wed 12th August Battle of Evesham Geography Walk Enjoy a Battle of Evesham geography walk in the Royal Geographical Society walks series led by David and Joy Snowden. Tel: 01386 446944. Evesham, WR11 4BG. Mon 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th 31st August Quiz & Curry Night at The Old Oak Pub Every Monday at 8.30pm. £2.50 entry fee. First prize a gallon of beer. The Old Oak Pub, 40 Stonebow Road, Drakes Broughton, Pershore WR10 2AP. Tel: 01905 841769. Tuesday 4th August Lunchtime piano recital by Daniel Johnson Free admission, retiring collection. 1.10pm to 1.50pm. Tel: 01905 732900. Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester, WR1 2LA. www. worcestercathedral.co.uk

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GIRAFFE GET THE TASTE FOR "We Can't Believe It's Not Pimms" during Wimbledon fortnight

t was game on for some fun at West Midland Safari Park, as staff faced the challenge to create an extra special 'fruit cup' to serve to their giraffe during Wimbledon fortnight. Whilst not really a match for the traditional tipple favoured by many, it was set to make a big impression on giraffes Lottie (3) and Henry (11) who both appeared to love the luscious concoction made from a combination of natural orange flavours and chopped fresh fruit. As was most fitting for a giraffe-sized portion, it was no less than mixed doubles all the way which were of course shaken, not stirred. Shelley Tudor, Head Giraffe Keeper, said, "When it comes to drinking, it could be said that giraffe are at a disadvantage since many of the 40

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reathing Easier When you breathe, your body takes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide. During photosynthesis, plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. This opposite pattern of gas use makes plants and people natural partners. Adding plants to interior spaces can increase oxygen levels. At night, photosynthesis ceases, and plants typically respire like humans, absorbing oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. A few plants - orchids, succulents and epiphytic bromeliads - do just the opposite, taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. Place these plants in bedrooms to refresh air during the night.

Purifying Air Plants remove toxins from air - up to 87 percent of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) every 24 hours, according to NASA research. VOCs include substances like formaldehyde (present in rugs, vinyl, cigarette smoke and grocery bags), benzene and trichloroethylene (both found in man-made fibres, inks, solvents and paint). Benzene is commonly found in high concentrations in study settings, where books and printed papers abound. Improving Health Adding plants to hospital rooms speeds recovery rates of surgical patients, according to researchers at Kansas State University. Compared to patients in rooms without plants, patients in rooms with plants request less pain medication, have lower heart rates and blood pressure, experience less fatigue and anxiety, and are released from the hospital sooner.

Releasing Water As part of the photosynthetic and respiratory processes, plants release moisture vapour, which increases humidity of the air around them. Plants The Dutch Product Board for Horticulture release roughly 97 percent of the water they take in. commissioned a workplace study that discovered Place several plants together, and you can increase that adding plants to office settings decreases fatigue, the humidity of a room, which helps keeps respiratory distress at bay. Studies at the Agricultural colds, headaches, coughs, sore throats and flu-like symptoms. In another study by the Agricultural University of Norway document that using plants in University of Norway, sickness rates fell by more interior spaces decreases the incidence of dry skin, than 60 percent in offices with plants. colds, sore throats and dry coughs. 42 To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

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reative spaces across Worcestershire will be opening their doors to visitors this August bank holiday weekend as part of the inaugural Worcestershire Open Studios. Over three days, from 29 - 31 August, the public are invited into the studios, homes and shared spaces of 70 local artists at 27 different venues. A wide range of styles will be on show, including painters,

Worcester-based painter and print maker, Sally Morgan, who is one the event organisers, said, “Worcestershire Open Studios is a great way to meet local artists and view their work in an informal setting. Whether you’re an art lover or someone who wouldn’t normally set foot in a gallery, we encourage you visit some of the venues near you.” Participating artists are located all over the county, including in Worcester, Malvern, Pershore, Evesham, Martley and Inkberrow. Established art spaces like the Kestrel Gallery in Worcester, The Jinney Ring Craft Centre in Hanbury and Bridge House Art in Upton-upon-Severn are also taking part.

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VETS & ANIMAL CARE Evesham Bowler Lewis & Partners Tel: 01386 442804

pershore Martin & Carr Tel: 01386 553631

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UPTON-UPON-SEVERN The Stocks Veterinary Centre Tel: 01684 592606

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RSPCA Tel: 0300 123 4999

malvern Malvern & District Tel: 01684 560666

CATS PROTECTION EVESHAM Tel: 01386 833343

EVESHAM & PERSHORE South Wychavon Tel: 01386 422700

CATS PROTECTION WORCESTER Tel: 01905 425704

UPTON-UPON-SEVERN 15 High Street Tel: 01684 593633

RSPB Tel: 01767 693690

CHEMISTS

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT CHILDLINE Tel: 0800 1111 CHILD PROTECITON HELPLINE Tel: 0800 800 500 CRIMESTOPPERS Tel: 0800 555 111 WORCESTERSHIRE RAPE & SEXUAL ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRE Tel: 01905 611 655 SAMARITANS Tel: 01432 269 000

RAILWAY STATIONS EVESHAM Tel: 0845 700 0125 malvern Tel: 0121 634 2040 pershore Tel: 0845 700 0125

EVESHAM Lloyds Parmacy Tel: 01386 48899 Morrisons Pharmacy Tel: 01385 40610

Bishampton Tel: 01386 462873

MALVERN Boots The Chemist Tel: 01684 572905 Lloyds Pharmacy Tel: 01684 573811

GREAT MALVERN Tel: 01684 573003 Inkberrow Tel: 01386 792201

FIRE BRIGADE Worcester Road, Malvern Minge Lane, Upton upon Severn Tel: 01684 572948

PERSHORE Boots The Chemist Tel: 01386 556860

Lower Moor Tel: 01386 861705

Defford Road, Pershore Tel: 01905 24454

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Merstow Green, Evesham Tel: 01386 466388

PEOPLETON Tel: 01905 840471

WEST MERCIA POLICE Victoria Road, Malvern Station Lane, Upton Queen Elizabeth Drive, Pershore Abbey Road, Evesham Tel. 0300-333 3000

EVESHAM Tel: 01386 423344

UPTON-UPON-SEVERN Talbot Cooper Chemists Tel: 01684 592637

CITZENS ADVICE EVESHAM, PERSHORE & WORCESTER: Wychavon CAB Tel: 03444 111 303 MALVERN Malvern Hills CAB Tel: 01684 563611

Upton Snodsbury Tel: 01905 381511 UPTON-UPON-SEVERN Tel: 01684 592634

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EMERGENCY SERVICES POLICE FIRE AMBULANCE Emergency: 999

AMBULANCE SERVICE Victoria Road, Malvern Tel: 01684 561556

EVESHAM Tel: 01386 442348

Spetchley Road, Worcester Tel: 01905 764226

MALVERN Tel: 01684 892289

GAS Tel: 0800 111 999

Malvern Community Hospital Tel: 01684 612600

PERSHORE Tel: 01386 556591

WATER Tel: 0800 783 4444

Pershore Hospital Tel: 01386 502070

UPTON-UPON-SEVERN Tel: 01684 594200

ELECTRICITY Tel: 0800 328 1111

HOSPITALS Evesham Community Hospital Tel: 01386 502432

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Have you made your Will yet?

Reg. Charity No. 515668

Make September the month you do!

St Richard’s Hospice Write a Will Month is back! Make a simple Will during September for only £90 or £140 for a double. Participating solicitors will give 100% of all donations to St Richard’s Hospice. To take part – simply call your preferred solicitor and make an appointment quoting the “St Richard’s Hospice September Write a Will Scheme” For details of participating solicitors visit www.strichards.org.uk/writeawill Or telephone the Fundraising Department on 01905 763963 Or email rjones@strichards.org.uk St Richard’s Hospice, Wildwood Drive, Worcester WR5 2QT Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Cowboys and .... ??

The Old Oak Inn 40 Stonebow Road Drakes Broughton WR10 2AP

The sheriff in a small town in Texas walks along the street and sees a blonde-haired cowboy coming towards him with nothing on but his cowboy hat, his gun and his boots. He arrests him for indecent exposure.

Tel: 01905 841769

Happy Hour: Mon to Fri 11am - 6pm Sat & Sun 11am – 3pm

Family Day with children’s entertainer every other Sunday Bar snacks available 11am to 2pm and 6pm till late Real Ales and Traditional Ciders £2.50 a pint Sky Sports and BT Sports available Live entertainment every other Saturday Answers to Trivia on page 44: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

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Answers to Crossword on page 44: ACROSS: 1. Mammoth, 6. Impel, 7. Avoided, 9. Elect, 10. Sparse, 13. Preach, 15. Lousy, 17. Ageless, 18. Flair, 19. No entry DOWN: 1. Means, 2. Oddest, 3. Hide, 4. Upper case, 5. Pluto, 8. Orang-utan, 11. Freeze, 12. Cliff, 14. Husky, 16. Yarn 50

As he is locking him up, the sheriff asks "Why in the world are you walking around like this?" The cowboy says, "Well it's like this Sheriff ... I was in this bar down the road and this pretty little red-head asks me to go out to her motor home with her. So I did. We go inside and she pulls off her top and asks me to take off my shirt. So I did. Then she pulls off her skirt and asks me to take off my pants. So I did. Then she pulls off her panties and asks me to take off my shorts. So I did. Then she gets on the bed and looks at me kind of sexy and says, 'Now go to town cowboy ... ' And so I did." Son of a Gun .... Blonde Men really do exist! The Anchor Inn, Main Road, Wyre Piddle, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 2JB

Tel: 01386 641510 mail@anchorwyrepiddle.co.uk

Our new chef, Machin, Day has Book now forKrys Mothers produced a mouth which Sunday Roastwatering - 15thmenu March is sure to appeal to many. So why not Quiz nights Marchat5th & Piddle 19th pop down to the- Anchor Wyre and sample the delights for yourself ..... Live music with ”Tasha” Friday 6th March 9pm View our menus & upcoming

2 mealsevents for £10online lunch menu served Tues-Fri lunch Sunday's have seen a return to our roasts which are served with all the NEW Take away menu trimmings

available on ourlater website Quiz Menus nights postponed until this year www.anchorwyrepiddle.co.uk

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Accountants Crowthers 15 Haines Watts 8 Bathrooms & Kitchens A Job 4 John Dream Doors Mark Ellis Interiors Steve Randle Installations Ltd Bedrooms Steve Randle Installations Ltd Boiler Services Johnston Scotia

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Building & Construction Evesham Trade Centre 33 Simon Haines Construction 47

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Oven Cleaning Ovenclean 47

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Funeral Directors E Hill & Son

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Gardening & Landscaping Bowbrook Gardens 12 Cut Above The Rest 2 Garden Machinery Mobile Service & Repair 15 Luke's Garden Maintenance 41 Styling homes and gardens 28

Pest Control Opkill 23 Vale Pest Control 2 Pet Care Cats Protection Dapper Doggies Fern's Cattery Grooming at Fern's Snippets Dog Grooming

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Glass & Window Coating Tint Shop 19

Picture Framing Huxley Imaging

Cars: Parts, Repairs & Sales BD Auto Services 29 Marshalls of Evesham Ltd 41 Tint Shop 19

Haberdashery & Material The Fabrik Shop 23

Photography BG Digital Photographs

Handyman A Job 4 John

Cleaning Services Chris James Cleaning

Health & Beauty ALM Fitness Jacqui Turvey The Beauty Barn

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Plumbing & Heating A+ Plumbing Johnston Scotia J S Plumbing

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Decorators & Painters A Job 4 John Aztec Painting & Decorating CR Decorating

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Driveways & Paving Castle Paving 31 Nationwide Driveways 15 Premier Paving & Driveways 2 Pro-Smart 18 Electricians Craig Merchant Electrical Marchwood Maintenance

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Shoes Humphries 12 Travel Agent Carrick Travel

Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy2Clear Windows 3 ETC Windows, Doors & Conservatories 19 Tint Shop 19 Wood Burning Stoves Elite Stoves 28 TC Fireplaces 20

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The Tack Shop NOW OPEN

Rugs • Feed • Gilets Jodhpurs • Fly Masks Tack Cleaning • Grooming Fly Sprays and more The Tack Shop is part of Pershore Pet & Livestock telephone 01386 561635

Pershore Market: with over 50 stalls and shops all conveniently together in one place, this is your ideal one-stop shopping “mall”. Open Wednesday to Saturday 9am to 4.30pm, here you can get anything from apples to anoraks, buttons to books, cards to cakes and everything in between. Conveniently situated in the middle of Pershore with ample parking … come along to Pershore Market where you can get everything you need for your summer barbecue, fresh fruit and veg for smoothies and salads, a range of everyday essentials, or just browse for gifts and knick-knacks.

Pershore Mar together in one

Then take a break and enjoy a cuppa or a meal at one of our family friendly restaurants.

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