The worcestershire grapevine may 2015 v2 by Betty-Ann Ambury

Grapevine TThe Worcestershire

www.grapevinepublications.co.uk

Issue No. 60 May 2015

Your

FREE

Magazine

BUSINESS EDITORIALS  HEALTH & BEAUTY  COFFEE BREAK  LOCAL EVENTS

Driveways

The BlockPaving Paving&& Garden Garden Design The Block DesignCompany Company

Specialistinin Block Block Paving Paving and Specialist andTarmac Tarmac

Your local Worcestershire Waste Removal Service FREE DESIGN & FREE QUOTATION

All work fully guaranteed for 5 years Head Office 0800 535 3517 Birmingham Office 0121 607 8834 Mobile 07785 507 103 Head Office Suite 119, 29-30 Horse Fair Banbury, Oxon OX16 0BW Birmingham Office 1 Longfield Close, Hall Green, Birmingham B28 0DQ Email: nwdrives@gmail.com www.nationwidedriveways.com

We offer a fully licensed service to homeowners and local businesses. No need to pay for an expensive skip call Waste Goblin today and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get rid of your rubbish quickly and professionally with the minimum damage or harm to the environment.

wastegoblin.co.uk

Get a quote today!

01905 830 440 or 07968 209442

The Grapevine 01684 833715 2

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Cloudy2Clear Windows – Service With A Smile! It’s been a crazy few months for Cloudy2Clear Windows. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has grown rapidly as homeowners take advantage of their services. Managing Director Paul Papandreou feels that it’s all about service. ‘Our product is simple. If your double glazing is misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 5 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people

money, although that obviously helps. Many tradespeople have struggled since last year and I honestly feel that during the good times a minority perhaps didn’t focus on customer care as much as they should have done. We make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. I often get comments back from customers on how they really didn’t expect that sort of service which, in a way, is very sad for the service industry as a whole.’ Cloudy2Clear service the Malvern, Worcester & Hereford areas and Paul is finding that his approach is a major

factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people

I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Paul a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!

STEAMED UP DOUBLE GLAZING? Don’t replace the Frames... just the Panes!

Broken or Damaged Windows? Faulty Hinges, Handles or Locks? Want The Latest Energy Saving Glass? All Glazing Backed By Our 5 Year Manufacturers Guarantee Priority Freephone

0800 61 21118 www.cloudy2clear.com ...we make saving money perfectly clear... Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

SALLY’S Bargains 71 High Street, Pershore, WR10 1EU steve.tirebuck@btinternet.com

01386 554427

For good quality furniture, bric-a-brac and white goods. Come and see just what we have to offer by way of good quality second-hand furniture and bric-a-brac. And we now stock brand new electrical items, such as fridges, freezers and other white goods!

We also buy items of furniture or bric-a-brac.

You will be surprised at how reasonably priced our items are. If you cannot find what you are looking for, we will be happy to find the items you require.

OPEN Tues & Sat 8.45am to 4pm Wed, Thurs, Fri 8.45am to 4.30pm Local Delivery Available. No reasonable offer refused.

THE

Fabrik SHOP

24a Broad Street, Pershore

Tel: 01386 553 626

e: thefabrikshop@btinternet.com

Stockists of:

Dressmaking, patchwork and curtain fabrics as well as waddings, cutters, boards and useful craft items. Fat quarters from £1

Weather Guard

Roofing Professionals Specialists in all types of roofing, Complete Roofs, Ridge Tiles, Lead Work, Chimneys, Fascias, Soffits, Guttering, Gutter Cleaning No job too big or too small Fully guaranteed and insured Written quotes available Phone Andy on 07795 958 245 Office 01905 888322 Email info@weatherguardservices.co.uk

www.weatherguardservices.co.uk The Anchor Inn, Main Road, Wyre Piddle, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 2JB

Tel: 01386 641510 mail@anchorwyrepiddle.co.uk

We welcome Machin, who Book nowChef for Krys Mothers Day brings a wealth of knowledge and fresh Sunday Roast - 15th March ideas, reflected in our new summer Quiz menu nights - March & 19th launched this5th month

Liveour music with&”Tasha” View menus upcoming Friday 6th March events online9pm 2 weather meals reports for £10 lunch menu The say the sun will be served lunch shining for the Tues-Fri foreseeable, so why not spend the day relaxing by the river with NEWaTake glass oraway two ..... menu available on ourlater website Quiz Menus nights postponed until this year www.anchorwyrepiddle.co.uk

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

From a simple door swap to a full replacement kitchen

our Ask about ce n Free Applia Offer!! Have you always wanted the kitchen of your dreams, but can’t quite justify paying the expensive price tag that comes with it?

• Installed in 1-2 days by professionals • Senior Citizens 10% discount • Huge choice of doors, worktops, appliances, sinks & taps • For a total peace of mind use an established locally based company ®

* Terms & Conditions apply, please ask for full details

Free planning & design service in the comfort of your own home or visit our showroom

Call Mark or Dionne for a FREE Quote on 01386 898409 Showroom: 42 The Tything, Worcester WR1 1JT Proud members of

Covering Worcester, Evesham, Pershore, Malvern, Ledbury and surrounding areas

www.dreamdoors.co.uk Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Find us on

contents

Hello and welcome

Canal Boats

The Old Oak Inn

The Cheeseboard

Jacqui Turvey

Jasmine Cottage

Pershore Carnival

Take Grave Care

ALM Fitness

Opkill

Dedicated to Horses

Pershore High School

Haines Watts

Top Tips for Tulips

Things to do in May

Severn Valley Railway

Carrick Travel

Coffee Break

Distributors Wanted

Index of Advertisers

to the May issue of

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. © 2015

Grapevine TThe Worcestershire

As mentioned last month, from August we are increaisng our distribution of The Worcestershire Grapevine in Evesham. An additional 1500 copies will be delivered with each issue, which means we now need at least four new distributors. The new routes will all be small to medium sized, and pay £20 to £30 per delivery. So if you like walking and would like to earn a few bob while you're doing so, then give me a call. From this year, June and July will be a joint issue, as will December and January, so remember to keep these issues for two months, until your next delivery The Cats Protection have now moved to their new premises, so why not go along and have a look, and maybe offer a new home to one of their residents. If you are looking for something do do on Bank Holiday Monday, then the Pershore Carnival is the place for you. Have a look at page 17 for details. Happy reading.

Betty

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Grapevine TThe Worcestershire

May 2015

Issue No. 60

Publisher & Advertising Grapevine Publications(Worcestershire) Ltd 3 Rye Street â&#x20AC;˘ Birtsmorton â&#x20AC;˘ WR13 6AS Tel: 01684 833715 Mob: 07754 170286 info@grapevinepublications.co.uk www.grapevinepublications.co.uk

Editor Betty-Ann Ambury Info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Advertising & Editorial Betty-Ann Ambury

Contributors Amy Marshall Brian Joyce Fran Holder Lesley Miller Pamela Green

Photography

Front Cover & Pages 7, 38 & 39 Mike Ambury

Next Issue Copy Date 10th May 2015 DISCLAIMER. All information published is correct according to those who supplied it and no responsibility is taken if it is not. Care is taken to ensure all advertisements are truthful and no liability is accepted for errors or emissions. Artwork is accepted on the understanding that there are no copyright restrictions.

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Inspirational, practical and simple home and garden makeovers...

...to refresh and restyle your home for everyday living, a special event, or property sale. Call Nikki: 01386 553803 info@stylinghomesandgardens.co.uk

Dapper Doggies Your local, friendly Dog Grooming Service

for further information see our website www.stylinghomesandgardens.co.uk

Garden Machinery Mobile Service & Repair for an estimate call

Elke Hooper

Professional Dog Groomer

t: 01905 345765 m: 07930 619246

Will White t: 01386 860918 m: 07716 404489

Bowbrook Studios  Broughton Hackett  Worcester

CRAIG MERCHANT ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Part p' Domestic Installer Registered

• New Builds & Extension • Full/Part House Rewires • Outdoor Security Lighting • Mains Smoke Detectors • Extra Sockets & Lights • Night Storage Heaters • Fuseboard Changes 8

Call for a FREE

Inspection / Quotation t: 01905 841018 or m: 07899 964866

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

• Try before you buy scheme • Home Exchange* • Easymove Packages*

WIC RO

AVE

EASTBANK COURT

O M BERSLEY

ROA D

VINE

RT H

NK YS NEWE

ETT

A449

PINK EAS

A TB

Snap up a 1 or 2 bedroom retirement apartment and benefit from a luxury standard of living with a range of extra facilities. • Spacious apartment layouts with large halls & proper kitchens • Your own washer dryer in each apartment • A walk in shower & a bath in every bathroom • Allocated parking • Carpets as standard • Licensed bar & restaurant Prices from £184,950 or just £147,960 through shared equity*

Choose from one of our ways to help you move:

Downsize without compromise at Eastbank Court

NORTHWICK AVE

TO THE CITY CENTRE

CO-OP

Eastbank Court Eastbank Drive, Northwick, Worcester WR3 7EW

01905 455182 TO FIND OUT MORE AND HOW YOU COULD GET MOVING CALL:

Open Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm

eastbank.court@aspenretirement.co.uk www.aspenretirement.co.uk Images are representative only. *Terms & Conditions apply and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers, please ask Sales Advisor for further details.

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Canal Boats

article by Brian Joyce

anal boats, or narrowboats as they are more commonly known, have moved from their origins as a source of industrial transport in the 18th and early 19th centuries to become a source of pleasure, vacation transport and occasionally even homes on the water. Narrow in nature to enable their passage through the 2000 miles of inter connected canals and waterways which grew up across the country and especially throughout the water systems of the Trent, Mersey, Thames and Severn rivers. These vehicles are generally less than 7ft wide which is the narrowest of locks in use and are usually no more than 72ft in length, again a limitation based upon the smaller sized locks which could accommodate these inland waterway beasts.

sadly, their utility began to wane as the mighty railways grew in breadth, stature and importance. This network of interconnecting waterways was eventually nationalised in 1947 along with the rail network. Many of canals had fallen into disrepair, requiring dredging and considerable investment and effort to restore them to general usage. A prime example of these waterways can be found in Scotland, namely the famous Caledonian Canal. The canal runs some 60 miles (97 km) from northeast to southwest, however only one third of the entire length is man-made with 29 locks, the rest of its length being formed by Loch Dochfour, Loch Ness, Loch Oich, and Loch Lochy.

Narrowboats were effectively launched by the Third Duke of Bridgewater, Francis Edgerton, in 1759 to supply to and distribute from, his coal mines in Worsley, Lancashire. Astutely bypassing the River Irwell, Francis took his canals instead through to Manchester and to Liverpool and in doing so became a very wealthy man, as the furnaces of the industrial revolution consumed vast quantities of his goods, and his boats plied their trade.

Canal towpaths and surrounding areas have become a rare ecosystem, being relatively untarnished by the pollution and waste that their ocean bound brethren are inflicted with as they do not carry the outflows or industrial drainage which find their way into our rivers. They support a large variety of wildlife, some easier to see than others. Summer days will bring butterflies and dragonflies, evenings you may hear frogs and toads croaking in the rushes, foxes barking or badgers howling in the woods.

Many more canals followed suit including those across the Potteries and the Black Country and most of this network was completed by around 1815. After this period,

And so it is that their role and function has evolved from industrial communications and transportation channels, to leisure and preservation.

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Make a difference …… Could you spare some time once a week or every fortnight to help a lonely older person? We are looking for caring people who can offer friendship and support to older, isolated people in the Pershore and Evesham areas. We offer full training, expenses, events, social activities and the opportunity to be part of an organisation making a difference to the lives of older people.

For more information, please contact us:

0800 008 6077

volunteering@ageukhw.org.uk

Oil Installations:Servicing:Repairs Gas Installations:Servicing:Repairs

Landlord's safety inspections and certification. All aspects of heating and plumbing undertaken from new boilers to replacing washers Contact us on t: 01386 793720 or 0845 5390 329 m: 07872 824482 or 07872 824481 We are based in Worcestershire

• • • • • •

o o k Ga r d

Imaginative High Quality Landscaping Patios & Garden Walls Pond & Patio Cleaning Ponds & Water Features Swimming Pools & Ponds Fibreglassed Fencing & Hedge Cutting

Local Friendly Service ~ References Available contact Glenn Baker 01905 380128 or 07792 613020

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers 26/07/2011 13:23

A+ PLUMBING QUARTER PAGE AD.indd 1

LPG Installations:Servicing:Repairs

Age UK Herefordshire & Worcestershire Malvern Gate, Bromwich Road, Worcester. WR 2 4BN Charity No: 1080545

The Old Oak Inn 40 Stonebow Road Drakes Broughton WR10 2AP Tel: 01905 841769

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

May Event Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th May

Charity Beer Festival in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Bar-b-que & Charity Raffle Live Entertainment day & night Children’s Entertainer throughout the day Local beers & ciders

he Old Oak Inn in Drakes Broughton is now under new ownership, and under the capable new management of Sarah Cope and her associate, Tash. Between them Sarah and Tash are breathing new life into The Old Oak with themed menu nights, special events, a new take-away menu, and more. Monday Curry & Quiz Night Wednesday Themed Night Menu fish dishes, international cuisine, etc. booking essential Thursday Coffee & Cake morning for local Mums Friday Steak Special Evening 2 steaks and a bottle of wine for £25 Eat in or take away Kids eat free Saturday Live entertainment every other Saturday 12

Monday - Curry & Quiz £2.50 Wednesday - Themed Oak Special Menu Thursday - Mums’ Coffee & Cake Morning Friday - Steak Night: 2 Steaks & bottle of wine £25 (kids eat free) Sunday Roasts – Eat in or takeaway. Kids eat free every Sunday Food Served Daily 11am to 2pm and 6pm till late Takeaway menu available Tuesday to Sunday 11am to 2pm and 6pm till late

Sunday Sunday Roast available as take away Kids eat free

Monday to Friday 11am to 6pm

Family Day with children’s entertainer every other Sunday

Saturday & Sunday 11am to 3pm

Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th May Charity Beer Festival in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Bar-b-que & Charity Raffle Live Entertainment day & night Children’s Entertainer throughout the day Local beers & ciders

3 Real Ales @ £2.50 per pint anytime

Mid-week Special

Family & Dog Friendly

1 course meal £5.00 2 course meal £7.50 3 course meal £9.00

Garden Centre at the back of the pub trays of plants from just £2

Happy Hour

Take Away Menu available Tuesday to Sunday Indian – Chinese – Italian Cantonese Fish & Chip Specials From the Grill Kebabs & Burgers

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

The Cheeseboard 100 Barnard's Green, Malvern, WR14 3ND

01684 891900

Barnards Green Ewes Milk by Andrew Brooks

xclusively made for The Cheeseboard by Lightwood Cheese in lower Broadheath. A young ewes milk cheese 2 to 3 months old, made with unpasteurized milk with vegetarian rennet, and covered in a dark green wax. There are a lot of hard aged sheep milk cheeses on the market, Manchego, Pecrino Sadro to name a few. This cheese is still a hard cheese but without the age, so it can be used for a number of different purposes: grating, slicing, cooking or just enjoying on a nice cheese biscuit. Shop local, Buy local.

*All Interior & Exterior Work Undertaken *Domestic & Commercial *Paper Hanging *Insurance Work *Airless Spraying *Plastering *Wall & Floor Tiling Free Fully Itemised Quotations

For a professional and reliable service please call:

CHRIS BOTTRELL Tel: 01905 700142 Mob: 07867 813616 Fully Insured member of the Painting & Decorating Association

TC FIREPLACES

Unit 7 Bakers Arcade, High St, Pershore WR10 1DP

Beautiful Fireplaces... Beautifully Fitted

Visit our E PERSHOR m showroo Contact us today for a FREE no obligation survey

01386 561186 tcfireplaces@gmail.com

www.cheeseboardmalvern.co.uk

www.tcfireplaces.com

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Jacqui Turvey Holistic therapist

olistic therapist Jacqui Turvey has lived in the Pershore area for the last nine years. Her interest in this form of therapy began some years ago when she became drawn to Angelic Reiki. Wanting to know more about this profound system of healing she enrolled in a training course and became a Reiki Master. This in turn led to an interest in Tarot readings and she then attended the Anglican School of Psychic Development in Norfolk, where she learned to become a professional Tarot reader. In 2010 Jacqui was faced with her own personal crisis when she developed ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), which she suffered from for the next 3 years. Despite struggling with the effects of her debilitating condition, in 2013 Jacqui decided to continue her education in holistic therapy. She trained in EFT with Karl Dawson, and it was this that started her on the road to recovery from ME. Following her EFT training, three months later, she trained in Matrix Reimprinting, which continued her recovery process. Jacqui’s recovery from ME using holistic therapies inspired her to share her knowledge and experiences, and put these use helping other people, particularly those suffering from ME, anxiety, panic attacks and any form of trauma. She is now writing a book on ME, the emphasis of which is that this condition does not have to be a life sentence.

Jacqui is extremely flexible about how she works with her clients, and although she has a customised therapy room at her home, she is happy to meet clients at their homes if required. She offers: • 1-to-1 sessions for EFT and Matrix Reimprinting • Group sessions for EFT and Angelic Reiki • Card readings either in person, or on Skype, which enables her to work world-wide. • Free 20 minute consultation for new clients. Jacqui is also fully insured and certified, and by the end of this year will become a Master Trainer. So if you, or anyone you know, is suffering from any of the conditions mentioned in this article, or you would like to know more about the various holistic treatments Jacqui offers, call her now to arrange your introductory consultation.

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

• AAMET accredited advanced E.F.T. Practitioner • EFT Matrix REimprinting Practitioner • Angelic Reiki Master and Teacher • Psychic Tarot Card Readings

Jacqui Turvey

07738 009603 jacqui.turvey@yahoo.com www.jacquiturvey.com

Curtains & Blinds by sunflower soft furnishings

inds

• Complete curtain design service • Made to measure curtains, blinds, soft furnishings

ain

• Wide range of fabrics & wallpapers to view ure curtains, • Poles, tracks & all curtain shings accessories abrics • Roller, vertical, venetian view blinds all curtain • Complete fitting service

venetian

service

The Old Smithy, Worcester Road Grafton Flyford, WR7 4PW

t: 01905 381811 Smithy, er Road m: 07976 640307 Flyford, sal.williams@btconnect.com sales@sunflowersoftfurnishings.com 4PW

• Doreen Virtue Certified Angel Card Reader • Meditation Teacher • Angel Workshops

Luke's Garden Maintenance Any gardening job quoted for, including: • Fencing cutting• Fencing • Hedge Hedge cutting • Patio cleaning •  Patios laid • Decking areas • Mowing Strimming •   Patio cleaning  • • Rubbish removals • Tree Tree workwork •  Mowing  • Vegetable patches rotovated  Fence and shed painting  • • Fence and shed painting  Guttering cleaning  • • Guttering cleaning • and more...

call now for a FREE, no obligation quote

Local ~ Professional ~ Reliable Find us on

Tel:

01386 244680

Find us on

Mobile: 07892447450 or email lcgardening@yahoo.co.uk

www.sunflowersoftfurnishings.com 381811 6 640307

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers tconnect .com

Jasmine Cottage's 'Coming Out' Party

have to say, hand on heart, that opening up our garden to the public for the first time last year was a rather daunting experience. Some people in our village I’m sure thought quietly that we were quite mad – we only have a modest garden sizewise after all – but we were rewarded in spades (forgive the pun) in more ways than one. The year before, we had spent a year of hard work and investment transforming our plot from an uninspiring lawn and small pond to what will potentially become a traditional cottage garden to complement the 17th century black and white house we had always wanted. Needless to say, we are both avid gardeners and have spent many hours visiting and taking pleasure and ideas from other people’s gardens in the National Garden Scheme. So after some hesitation, we bit the bullet, contacted the NGS, and following an inspection from one of the friendly Worcestershire County team, we were signed up. Most people we told we were doing it were quite taken aback, thinking that you have to have palatial grounds to be included but the NGS scheme features a wide variety of gardens, from small terraced back gardens to those covering several acres. (Some villages and towns get

together to do group openings which are always a good attraction). As garden owners we decided we would open on two Sundays in July, to provide refreshments, and have a plant sale stall. We organised parking at the nearby Village Hall, just a few hundred yards away. And this is where the whole experience started to grow. Once people started to find out what we were doing, we had donations of plants – both for the garden and for the stall from friends; offers of help from neighbours and friends to set up and put up the signage; volunteers to make and serve cakes and refreshments and sell the plants; and to help with the all important clearing up afterwards. After our frantic rushing around tidying borders, weeding and putting everything in place, would anyone come? Yes they did. We had so many people wanting tea and cakes that we had to find more tables and chairs! We were blessed with exceptionally good weather on both days and over 130 visitors came, raising over £600. We thoroughly enjoyed it and it was great to have our friends to

help and meet so many likeminded people, and also to know that the money we raised goes to such worthwhile causes. Before we got involved, I hadn’t realised that the National Garden Scheme has been going since 1927 and has raised more than £45 million for nursing and caring charities. Currently the NGS gives away around £2.5 million every year to Macmillan, Marie Curie, Hospice UK, Carers Trust, The Queens Nursing Institute, Perennial and this year its Guest Charity, is Parkinsons UK. Madness has prevailed. We decided to give it another go this year on two Sundays in May (10 and 24, 11am-3pm). Friends have turned up trumps again with offers of help, so we’re crossing fingers and toes for good weather and a lot of colour in the garden. We hope to see you there! Lesley & David Miller Jasmine Cottage Broad Lane, Bishampton WR10 2LY If you’re interested in finding out more, see ww.ngs.org.uk/ get-involved/open-your-garden, or call 01483 211 535

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Bank BankHoliday Holiday

Monday Monday25th 25thMay May2015 2015 ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT&&ATTRACTIONS ATTRACTIONS throughout throughoutthe theday dayononAbbey AbbeyPark Park- from - from10.30am 10.30am • •Blue BlueCross CrossDog DogShow Show• Large • LargeFunfair Funfair • •Farmers FarmersMarket Market

• Bouncy • BouncyCastle Castle

• •Food, Food,Craft Craft&&Fundraising FundraisingStalls Stalls • •Arena ArenaEntertainment Entertainmentthroughout throughoutthe theday day • •Raffle RafflePrize PrizeDraw Drawand andlots lotslots lotsmore more. . . .

PROCESSION PROCESSIONSTARTS STARTS- -12 12noon noon from fromPershore PershoreFootball FootballClub, Club,Led Ledbyby The TheWest WestMidlands MidlandsFire FireService ServiceBand Band Street Streetcollection collectionononthe theday daywill willgogototoour ourtwo two chosen chosencharities charities- Pershore - PershoreSwimming SwimmingClub Club&& Pershore PershoreScout ScoutHut HutAppeal. Appeal.

EVENING EVENINGCONCERT CONCERT&&FIREWORKS FIREWORKS from from6.30pm 6.30pm- Fireworks - Fireworksatat10pm 10pm

Come Comeand andjoin joinus usfor foraagreat greatfamily familyday dayout out Entertainment Entertainmentall allday day&&aagreat greatevening eveningof of live livemusic musicin inAbbey AbbeyPark Park

www.pershorecarnival.co.uk www.pershorecarnival.co.uk Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

For all your Trade & DIY needs! Over 15 years experience

From Roofing Systems to Screws

YOU CAN FIND IT ALL HERE!

BG Digital Photographs Digital Photography for you. Contact me to cover your event, photograph your product, take images of you or your loved ones. Getting married and want images of the whole event. Preparing product or website advertising and need images (including digitally manipulated), need shots taken of architecture, landscapes or landmarks.

Are you a model or an agent needing portfolio or fashion shoot photographs. All of these and more can be provided by BG Digital Photo-graphs. Just contact me by email, mobile phone or the contact form on the website. BG Digital Photographs, your friendly, experience local digital photographer in the Vale of Evesham.

BG Digital Photographs

Tel: 01386 244042

Unit 2, Site 14, St Richards Road, Four Pools Ind Estate, Evesham, Worcs WR11 1XJ (Next to Howdens Joinery)

Primary Business Contacts: brianjoyce@usa.net

Mobile: 07949 273 948 www.bgdigitalphotographs.co.uk

Marshalls of Evesham Marshalls of Evesham LtdLtd

Car Commercial and Commercial Vehicle Repairs Car and Vehicle Repairs www.marshallsofevesham.co.uk www.marshallsofevesham.co.uk

MOT Aircon Repairs MOT andand Aircon Repairs etcetc Maintenance Contracts Available Maintenance Contracts Available Marshalls of Evesham Ltd

and Commercial Vehicle Repairs Car, Van & Commercial Vehicle Repairs Car,Car Van & Commercial Vehicle Repairs www.marshallsofevesham.co.uk Contact Brian or Des Contact Brian or Des on on MOT and Aircon Repairs etc 01386 556808 01386 556808 07836 217354 07836 217354 Marshalls of Evesham Ltd Maintenance Contracts Available

E: brian@marshallsofevesham.co.uk E: brian@marshallsofevesham.co.uk Car and Commercial Vehicle Repairs Throckmorton, Pershore, Pershore AirďŹ eld, Throckmorton, Pershore, WR10WR10 2JH 2JH Car,Pershore Van &AirďŹ eld, Commercial Vehicle Repairs www.marshallsofevesham.co.uk

Car

MOT

Mai Ma

Car,Car V

MOT

Ma Mai

E: Car Pershore Car, V

Contact Brian or833715 Des on info@grapevinepublications.co.uk To advertise call 01684 or email:

MOT and Aircon Repairs etc

MOT

tel: 07950 219050 email: patriciadarby35@gmail.com

t Take Grave Care, we know how important it is to you that your loved one’s final resting place is cared for in a dignified and respectful manner.

need of more than routine maintenance, we will let you know, and carry out any additional work on your instructions.

We also know that it is not always possible for you to visit as often as you would like, which means that graves become untidy and neglected. For reasons of age, distance or lack of tools, time or transport, we find we are unable to do all that is necessary to keep family graves and their memorials looking as well cared for as we would like. As a result, the final resting places of those we loved often become unkempt, headstones and memorials get dirty and the inscriptions unclear.

Flowers and Plants We will provide fresh flowers or carry out planting according to your wishes at any of our visits. Special Occasions If you would like to mark a special occasion, we will provide fresh flowers on the dates of your choice, such as birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, etc.

ve Car Takee Grave Care Take Grave Care is a family run business designed

Specialist specifically to deal with these problems, and give you grave and peace of mind. We provide premium grave and memorial memorial care services throughout Worcestershire. tending So, if you find it difficult to visit as often as you would ser vice

Specialist grave and memorial tending service

like, you can take comfort in knowing that the service we provide will be carried out in the manner your loved one’s memory deserves. services, gh class We provide a range of high class services,

: including: General Washing of Memorials • Upkeep of graves and • Washing of Memorials Each Headstones visit by us to your chosen grave or memorial nd and Headstones plots includes general maintenance,of such as memorial/ leaning • Cleaning of • Planting of seasonal Headstones headstone cleaning, weeding, grass cutting, pruning, Headstones bulbs ot general Liners tidying, etc. • Pot Liners • Trimming of grass around grave pecial Occasions • Special Occasions atered Before & After photos for (Christmas, catered for (Christmas, • Removal of weeds irthdays, birthdays, etc.) We understand that many of etc.) our clients cannot • Removal of all debris efore & After Photos (old flowers, etc.) • Before & After Photos always visit a graveside, and to overcome this, we

provide photos of the grave or memorial following call Carl on

each maintenance visit. This gives you a personal 9050

record of the work carried out, and the means to remember a loved one. If we feel that a memorial is in

5@gmail.com

ForFor a free quotation, call Carl a free quotation, call:on

Carl:

07950or219050 07950 219050 Patricia: 07518 419604 Email:patriciadarby35@gmail.com patriciadarby35@gmail.com Email:

For a free quotation, call Carl on

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Very punny ... ! Due to the current economic crisis, Greece is cancelling all production of humus and taramasalata ... it's a double dip recession! --o0o--

Jonathan Ross has been accused of shoplifting a kitchen utensil from Tesco. Ross says it was a whisk he was prepared to take. --o0o--

Paddy and Mick stagger out of the zoo with blood pouring from them. "To hell with that" said Paddy "That's the last time I go lion dancing!" --o0o--

My mate just hired an Eastern European cleaner, took her 15 hours to hoover the house. Turns out she was a Slovak. --o0o--

01789 762450 LOCKSMITHS and SAFE ENGINEERS • Lock sales, fitting & opening • Safe sales, fitting & opening • Key cutting • Electronic locking solutions • Full mobile service • Car key specialists Unit 12, 34 Tything Road, Alcester B49 6ES Phone: 01789 762450 Fax: 01789 400799

www.alcesterlocks.co.uk

Since the snow came, all the wife has done is look through the window. If it gets any worse, I'll have to let her in. --o0o--

I've been charged with murder for killing a man with sandpaper. To be honest I only intended to rough him up a bit. --o0o--

Two women called at my door and asked what bread I ate. When I said white, they gave me a lecture on the benefits of brown bread for 30 minutes. I think they were those Hovis Witnesses. --o0o--

Seven wheelchair athletes have been banned from the Paralympics after they tested positive for WD40. --o0o--

A mummy covered in chocolate and nuts has been discovered in Egypt. Archaeologists believe it may be Pharaoh Rocher. --o0o--

3 Lyttleton Road, Pershore WR10 2DF

UK manufacturer of competitive priced quality lampshades. Recovering of lampshades undertaken. Please telephone to make an appointment to discuss requirements. www.rplampshades.co.uk

01386 555212 Established 1975

Just a reminder to those who stole electrical goods in last year's riots: your one year manufacturer's warranty runs out soon. --o0o--

Two junkies accidentally snorted curry powder instead of cocaine. Both are in hospital. One's in a korma, the other's got a dodgy tikka! --o0o--

A boy asks his granny, "Have you seen my pills, they were labelled 'LSD?'" Granny replies, "Never mind the pills, have you seen the dragons in the kitchen?"

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

CHASE Heating CHASE Heating “Warming of the community “Warming the heart of the the heart community since 1969”since 1969”

Plan now and start saving money Plan now and start saving money on your fuel on billsyour fuel bills

Everhot Cookers Everhot Cookers The Range Electric Range The Electric Wesuppliers are now suppliers We are now Everhot Cookers of EverhotofCookers Visit our showroom to Visit our showroom to see working models on see working models on display or display call nowortocall now to request a brochure… request a brochure…

01386 01386 555 333555 333

STOCKISTSSTOCKISTS of top brands of top brands

Charnwood Charnwood Morso · Aga Morso · Aga Parkray · AarrowParkray · Aarrow and more, all and more, all available to see available to see at our showroomat our showroom in Pershore in Pershore

Rayburn on displayworking including working models Rayburn Cookers onCookers display including models

HETAS Reg number 1981

Installation available from our qualified Installation available from our qualified HETAS engineers HETAS engineers Like usChase on Facebook Heating Ltd Like us on Facebook Heating Chase Ltd

HETAS Reg number 1981

Chase Chase Heating Ltd Heating Ltd Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, Racecourse Racecourse Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 2EY WR10 2EY Tel: 555 +44333 (0)1386 Fax: 552 +44269 (0)1386 552 269 Tel: +44 (0)1386 Fax:555 +44333 (0)1386 E-mail: sales@chaseheating.co.uk E-mail: sales@chaseheating.co.uk www.chaseheating.co.uk www.chaseheating.co.uk

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

5 Moves for Toned Thighs

ish your legs were more toned and looked better in shorts and swimsuits? I’ve got 5 moves that specifically target your thighs in the most fat blasting way. To get the thighs you want, you’re going to have to get moving. With these five exercises, your thighs will be on the way to toned in no time. Toned Thigh Move No 1: Squat It’s basic, you know how to do it, and it will give you incredible results. Whether you choose to go with or without weights, squatting is the fundamental move you should cling to if shapely thighs are your goal.

them right, start by standing as you would normally, feet placed approximately hipwidth from one another. Take a lunging step with your right foot, bend you left knee so that it almost touches the ground and your right knee is at a 90-degree angle, and return to the starting position. Repeat with the other foot stepping forward in a lunging motion. Still need more burn? Grab a couple dumbbells and go at it again!

Of course, if this is too easy, you can add more weight or turn your regular squat into a jump-squat for extra thigh-trimming power. When you reach the bottom of your squat position, jump as high as you can, land in the starting position and repeat.

Toned Thigh Move No 3: Leg Circles Sure, it looks ridiculously easy, but if you think leg circles are a cinch you’ve not given them a try lately. Starting out, you’ll need to lie on your back on top of a soft surface, such as carpet or a yoga mat. Bending your left leg and keeping your left foot flat on the ground, lift your right leg into the air with your toes pointed and no bend in the knee. Then draw large circles in the air with your leg. Make the circles in a clockwise motion five times and then do five more in a counter-clockwise motion. Swap legs and repeat.

Toned Thigh Move No 2: Lunges Another classic move, lunges will get your thighs tight and toned to perfection. To do

When you feel particularly powerful, try spelling out the entire alphabet with each leg and see how far you get.

To perform a squat, have your feet shoulderwidth apart. Bend at the knee until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Return to the starting position and repeat.

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Toned Thigh Move No 4: Stiff Leg Deadlift This move is not reserved for body builders. In fact, performing stiff leg deadlifts a couple of times a week is an effective way to increase the thigh toning power of your routine. Here’s how it’s done: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart with a slight bend in your knees. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, hanging down at your sides. Bend at the hips, keeping your chest out and back flat, and lower down until the dumbbells reach the tops of your shoes. Exhale and straighten back up to a standing position. Toned Thigh Move No 5: Scissor Jacks With your feet shoulder-width apart, stand with your hands facing the ground and arms extending out to either side. Jump into the air. While in the air, cross your right arm over your left arm and right leg over your left leg. Jump again, this time returning to the starting position, and then repeat with your left arm and leg going in front of your right arm and leg. Couch to 5k – FREE 9 week programmes at Inkberrow Sports fields 9:30am to 10:30am and The Lenches Sports Club 11:30am to 12:30pm every Saturday morning. NHS running programme designed to get you off the couch and work up to running 5k. If you want to find out more or are interested in Personal Training, Group Training or attending any of the Fitness Classes I offer, go to www.almfitness.co.uk for more information. Alternatively call Amy on 07740 366419 or email info@almfitness. co.uk. Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

ALL TYPES OF BUILDING WORK CONSTRUCTION DRIVEWAYS BLOCK PAVING TARMAC DRIVEWAY REPAIRS RE-SURFACING DRIVEWAY SEALING PATIOS FENCING TURFING LAWNS GARDEN CLEARANCE RUBBISH REMOVAL • • • • •

20 Years Experience Personal and Professional Service Show Drives available for viewing Written Recommendations and References Free Competitive Estimate and Advice

MULTI-SURFACE CLEANING Restore your driveway to its former glory

‘‘

’’

aving as Choose Castle P is his castle everyman’s home Find us:

All customers are entitled to a 14 day cooling off period

Block Paving, Driveways and Patios Using the latest pressure washer systems these areas can be restored to their former glory. We then re-sand and if required seal on completion. Walls, Brick and Stonework We can also clean decking, fencing, roof tiles and more.

Office: 01386 213628 • 01527 283498 • Mobile: 07881 427297 Email: castleblocks68@gmail.com

www.castlepaving.co.uk

Village Street, Evesham WR11 7YE

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Simon Haines Construction Services Ltd

● ● ● ●

General Building Conversions & Extensions Property Maintenance Groundworks

Over 20 years experience

Telephone: 01386 550002 Mobile: 07971 002637 Email: simon@shcsgroup.co.uk Pinvin, Pershore

www.shcsgroup.co.uk

HUXLEY IMAGING BESPOKE PICTURE FRAMING F i n e A r t Tr a de G u i ld me m be r

Free quotes and consultations. All types of framing undertaken – no job too small. • • • • • • • •

Prints, paintings Photos, certificates Sports Shirts Memorabilia, box frames Needlework, fabric Groupings & combinations Mirrors to order Sourcing prints & photography

t: 01386462026 m: 07738618470 e: richard@huxleyimaging.co.uk

www.huxleyimaging.co.uk Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

OPKILL Pest Control is home to one of Worcestershire's favoured Pest Control providers. For over 5 years we have been offering top quality pest control solutions. We are a friendly local family run business with a team highly experienced within this sector. All our staff are fully qualified and collectively have several decades of experience working in the industry. We specialise in pest control and pest remedial proofing, utilising only the best of the industry’s leading technology and applications for dealing with all pest related issues. We also have the capability and expertise to offer businesses and restaurants an integrated pest management solution, offering a range of contracts to suit all needs or governed audits.

Pest Proofing/Remedial • Clearances • Re Pointing/Brick Replacement • Roof Repairs • Drain Inspections • Re insulation • Bird Proofing Certified & Review sites: Accreditations • BASIS Prompt, Registered • British Pest Control Associated (Qualified) • The Royal Society Public Health (Qualified) Review sites • Checkatrade • Rated People • Yell.com • Facebook, Google, Twitter

We are an accredited company from Basis Prompt, British Pest Control Association, and The Royal Society Public Health (Qualified). In most instances, we can arrange for our technicians to respond with same day service, or carry out regular inspections. We also offer weekly or monthly visits depending on the level of treatment required. We aim to ensure your pest problems are kept at bay and do not return by offering a full proofing survey and report, not just removing the current issue but ensuring the problem does not return. You will be able to relax knowing your pest problems are being taken care of by our highly qualified staff. What we offer: Pest control • Rodent Control • Wasp Nests/Removal • Insect control • Fly Control • Moles • Bird Control • Wood Worm 26

Free surveys & no obligation quotes!

OPKILL LIMITED

We deal with Rats, Mice, Birds & Moles

Registered business address:

Greenfields Close Drakes Broughton Worcestershire WR10 2BD

Wasps, Bees & Hornets

www.opkill.co.uk

Crawling insects & Flying insects

0800 980 4142 info@opkill.co.uk

Mon-Sat 8am-8pm

Annual service contracts

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

ScotiaCare ScotiaCare ScotiaCare Homeplan Homeplan Homeplan Established 1979

A fast, reliable service from expert local provider Aan fast, reliable service from A fast, reliable service from an expert local provider an expert local provider www.johnstonscotia.com

01684 773747

3 3 Great Great Products Products for for the the price price of of aa Boiler Boiler Service! Service!

The ScotiaCare Homeplan offers complete peace Homeplan of mind for offers all your boiler, The ScotiaCare The ScotiaCare Homeplan offers heating, water, and electrics completehot peace of plumbing mind for all your boiler, complete peace of mind for all your boiler, for only £7.99 per month. heating, hot water, plumbing and electrics heating, hot water, plumbing and electrics for only £7.99 per month. forfast, onlyreliable £7.99 per month. A service from an expert local provider A fast, reliable service from an expert local A fast, reliable service from an expert local provider. provider A fixed low cost of just £7.99 per month for the first 12 months. ongoing at £16.99 A fixed low cost Aoffixed just £7.99 perprice month for the A fixed low cost of just £7.99 per month for the per for a further years. price at £16.99 firstmonth 12 months. A fixed 2ongoing first 12 months. A fixed ongoing price at £16.99 per month for a further 2 years. per month for a further 2 years.

Boiler Cover - YES Boiler Cover Cover YES including repairs and annual boiler service Boiler -- YES including repairs and annual boiler boiler service service including repairs and annual Plumbing and Heating - YES Plumbing and Heating Heating -- YES YES Plumbing Electrical -and YES Electrical -- YES YES Electrical Sign up now to claim Sign up FREE now to to£10 claim your Sign up now claim your FREEgift £10 Costa Coffee card your FREE £10 Costa Coffee gift card Costa Coffee gift card

£7.99 £7.99 per month per month month per

What's included.. What's included.. •What's Boilerincluded.. Breakdown YES • Heating System & Controls YES Boiler Breakdown YES • Boiler Breakdown YES • Hot Water Systems YES Heating System & Controls YES • Heating System & Controls YES • Internal Plumbing Hot Water SystemsYES YES • Hot Water Systems YES • Home Electrics YES Internal Plumbing YES • Internal Plumbing YES • Radiators YES YES Home Electrics • Home Electrics YES • Radiators YES • Radiators YES Plus.. •Plus.. NO EXCESS Plus.. • FREE annual service NO EXCESS • NO EXCESS • FREE parts annual service • FREE annual service • FREE labour parts • FREE parts • FREE callout labour • FREE labour • Emergency FREE callout • FREE callout • helpline Emergency • Emergency helpline helpline

Established 1979 Established 1979 1979 Established

01684 773747 01684 773747 773747 01684 www.johnstonscotia.com

www.johnstonscotia.com www.johnstonscotia.com

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Specials for May are:

Body Brush, Salt & Oil Scrub & Moisturise - ÂŁ25 15% discount

on any Spa Days booked *

*see website for details of Spa Days

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Dedicated to Horses

article & photographs by Pamela Green

Could you dedicate twenty years of your life, taking care, and returning to full health, sick and ill treated horses and ponies?

Monty and Jessica are Welsh ponies and are what Sue calls starvation cases. They are now back to full health.

Well, Sue Penny has. She runs a horse and pony sanctuary, caring for over 122 horses and ponies every day. Her work is funded solely by donations, which helps to give these animals the best possible care, so they can enjoy the remainder of their years. Helping a horse that has suffered at the hands of humans and seeing them recover is one of the most rewarding aspects of Sue’s life. Sadly, not every story has a happy ending, and a small number of the rescued don’t make it.

One of her horses was unable to stand, and had to be lifted from the muddy field. He was taken to nearby vets who confirmed he was suffering from starvation but after Sue’s dedicated care he now gallops around the field full of life. Another horse, Whisper, was seen on TV in a terrible state. A lady rang the sanctuary and now sponsors her. This kindness doesn’t come often and with so many horses and ponies at the sanctuary, it is needed.

All the horses have been re-named by Sue, and as soon as she calls them, they gallop across the fields to her. Bailey is an absolutely stunning horse, with a white blaze. He’s a retired racehorse, and was becoming very stressed when stabled. Now he is a healthy and happy horse, loving his life at the sanctuary.

Some horses arrive at the sanctuary because the owners can no longer care for them or the owners have passed away. One Spanish grey Lipizzaner named Tilley, came to the sanctuary when her owner sadly died. She had been schooled in dressage for many years, and should go to a good home where she can continue her training.

She is a beautiful horse and she still does some dressage steps as she trots around the field. Another grey has made friends with a small pony and they are inseparable. No matter what the circumstances, Sue takes them in. Many haven’t been ridden for a while and subsequently have returned to their wild state. She urges potential owners to understand the personal and financial commitment of owning a horse. It’s worthwhile, but very hard work, so “if in doubt, don’t”. If you would like to make a donation or are interested in sponsoring a horse at the sancturary, or can offer a horse a new home, please contact Sue Penny on:

07974 304695 sue@pennyhapenny.org.uk

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

The Home Care Specialists

Do you need a Helping Hand?

Left to right: Georgia Hook, Zoe Wood, Katie Biddle, Isabella Taylor

Finalist at the British Science and Engineering Event NEC - March 2015

ershore High School’s team attended the Big Bang - UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair to present their project to a series of judges. Members of the team Katie Biddle, Georgia Hook, Isabella Taylor and Zoë Wood were invited to the finals of the National Science and Engineering Competition, after they were chosen from the County Finals in 2014. This time they competed along with 200 other teams and as well as judging, the team got to see shows, exhibitions and experiments that had been set up at the fair. Mrs Carol Ridings, Design and Technology Department, said: “I am extremely proud of the team. The girls represented Pershore High School at this very prestigious event and delivered a fantastic project which they had been developing since their success at the Regional Finals in March 2014. Well done and congratulations to the team for competing in the National Science and Engineering Finals. The first team of Years 9 and 10 from Pershore High School to achieve this.” “The experience has given us an insight into the engineering and design industries, which has inspired us to think about jobs we could get in the future.” Zoe Wood 30

If you are looking for an alternative to residential care or extra support for those everyday tasks that are becoming difficult for you or a loved one – then we’re here to help - from 30 minutes per week to Live-in Care. Our Worcestershire care team has been providing award winning quality homecare since 1989 and can help with: personal care, housekeeping, help getting around or even to provide a break to an existing family member or care-giver.

To find out how we can help you, call: 01905 401 958 or visit: www.helpinghands.co.uk

A MORE PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A FLAT ROOF PROBLEM DON’T WASTE MONEY ON RE-FELTING Before

After

Rubber roofing resists water, snow and sunlight and can be laid over old roofs solve it with

Tough Single Ply EPDM Rubber Roofing Membrane

20 YEAR GUARANTEE WITH A 50 YEAR PROVEN PLUS LIFE For a free no obligation survey and quote, call your approved residential installer

G.M. ROOFING You only fit a rubber roof once!

CE RAN INSU CKED BA NTEE A GUAR

• UPVC Roofline – Fascias Soffits & Gutters • Traditional Roofing • New or Repairs

Tel: 01386 800400

Mike 0751 316 9244 or Glen 0779 534 2498 www.gmroofingservices.co.uk

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Berkeley THE

Evesham Road, Worcester, WR7 4QL Tel: 01905 345269 Email: info@theberkeleyworcester.co.uk www.theberkeleyworcester.co.uk Food Served 9am until 9pm everyday

Gourmet Night at The Berkeley ~Saturday 2nd May 2015 First Course

Evesham Vale Watercress and Rosemary Soup, Cream, Parmesan Croutons Goats Cheese Tartlet, Roasted Plum Tomatoes, Rocket BBQ Chicken Terrine, Mango, Avocado, Lime, Bell Pepper Scallops, Black Pudding, Cauliflower Puree

Main Course

Breast of Duck, Orange Red Onion Rosti, Wilted Spinach, Asparagus Jus Fillet of Tuna, Roasted Figs, Crushed New Potatoes, Lime Salsa Fillet of Pork, Apple Fondant Potatoes, Chilli and Chocolate Jus Wild Cep and Scallion Risotto Cakes, Rocket, Parmesan, Black Truffle Dressing

Dessert

Rose Water Panna Cotta, Raspberry Chocolate Sauce Tequila and Lime Mousse, Vanilla Shortbread Blood Orange and Pomegranate Tart, Belgium Chocolate Ice Cream Malibu Cheesecake, Pineapple Jelly

Coffee & Petit Fours 4 Course Meal £29.95 per person Tables available 6pm-9pm  Booking is Essential

£5.00 OFF PER PERSON ON ANY TRIBUTE NIGHT Booked & Confirmed by 31st May 2015. To confirm booking £10.00 per person deposit is required. Expires 31/05/15

BUY ONE MAIN COURSE GET SECOND HALF PRICE Valid Monday to Thursday. Meals must be ordered from the main course section of the main menu. Cheapest main course price is half price. 1 Voucher valid for up to 10 people on a table. Expires 31/05/15

Dining Offer

2 courses and a drink for only £12.95 per person Available Monday to Thursday 12 noon to 7pm

Tribute Nights

May 29th - Freddie Mercury All Tribute Nights £27.50 per person including 3-course meal

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

FABULOUS SELECTION OF FOOTWEAR FROM THE LEADING BRANDS FOR ALL THE FAMILY MOST STYLES IN FULL AND HALF SIZES ~ SIZE 3 - 8 LADIES & SIZE 6 - 12 MENS

Childrens' main fitting centre in the area for both CLARKS & START-RITE at Redditch Our Alcester shop also has a large selection OUR STOW SHOP SPECIALISES IN LADIES & MENS FOOTWEAR Owned and run by a local family BRANDS INCLUDE: CLARKS, ECCO, RIEKER, HOTTER, LOTUS, LELLI KELLY, ROHDE, GABOR, ANATOMIC, LOAKE, BARKER, START-RITE, GEOX, MERRELL, SKECHERS, SEBAGO, VAN-DAL, EQUITY, TAMARIS, TIMBERLAND ~ HANDBAGS BY RADLEY & TULA

KINGFISHER CENTRE, REDDITCH - REDDITCH Tel: 01527 62416 HIGH STREET, ALCESTER 4 PARK STREET, STOW-ON-THE-WOLD

HARTLEY Heating & Plumbing

• All heating and plumbing work undertaken • Aga • Rayburn • Esse: servicing and repairs by authorised engineer • New boilers natural gas/LPG installed • Landlord certificates • All boilers and gas fires serviced and repaired • No job too small

Tel: 01386 793221 Mob: 07846 198157

CR Decorating aims to meet and exceed your painting and decorating needs. Our Services include:

Our services include interior and exterior painting, decorating, tiling …. and more Call us now to discuss your decorating needs

Fully insured • Over 10 years’ experience Dineley Road, Peopleton, WR10 2EJ Call Chris Rabot on

M: 07801 271038 T: 01905 412150 E: crdecorating@gmail.com www.crdecorating.co.uk

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Tim Pearce

aines Watts . . . . the new name for Focus Accountancy.

Focus Accountancy established by Tim Pearce to offer a relaxed, yet professional service to business clients in and around Worcester has merged with the Worcester office of Haines Watts. Haines Watts is a top 15 firm of accountants with 60 offices based around the UK. Tim will be heading up the new firm working alongside the current Haines Watts partners John Elliott (tax) Trish Sayer (audit and compliance). Tim Pearce: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The aim of the merger is to create a combined team with the skill set to offer business owners in the Worcestershire area access to some of the most high-end accountancy services on the market, as well as diverse expertise that comes from our different backgrounds and experience."

Located in offices in Evesham and the centre of Worcester the team can arrange to see clients at our premises or their own. Parking is available at both sites. Haines Watts provides a full range of business services to support clients and the newly merged firm will continue to offer specialist support and advice to family owned businesses throughout Worcestershire. To arrange an appointment with Tim or one of the team please call the office on:

01386 579999 or complete the online form on our website

www.hwca.com

Business advisers and accountants working Business Business advisers advisers and accountants accountants working working in partnership withand local owner-managed in partnership in partnership withwith local owner-managed owner-managed companies helping you local to achieve your companies companies helping helping youambitions you to achieve to achieve your your business and personal with speed business and and personal personal ambitions ambitions withwith speed speed and business certainty. and and certainty. certainty.

www.hwca.com www.hwca.com www.hwca.com

Haines Watts WattsFlitwick Evesham Haines Haines Watts Worcester Haines Watts Shefford Haines Haines Watts Watts Flitwick Flitwick Haines Haines Watts Watts Shefford Shefford Vale Business Centre Britannia Court 42 High Street 71 Hitchin Road 42 High 42 High Street 71 Hitchin 71 Hitchin Road5JB Road 9 Abbey LaneStreet Court Moor Street Flitwick MK45 1DU Shefford SG17 Flitwick Flitwick MK45 MK45 1DU 1DU Shefford Shefford SG17 SG17 5JB 5JB Evesham WR11 4BY Worcester WR1 3DB 01525 717424 01462 813355 01386 579999 01905 612347 01525 01525 717424 717424 01462 01462 813355 813355

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Bu in Busines co in partn bu compa an busines and cer w

www Ha

42 Haines Flit 42 High 01 Flitwick 01525 7 33

Watermelon Prawns

A deliciously light starter, with the subtle watermelon flavour really complementing the delicate prawns without overpowering them. • Puree watermelon in a food processsor. • Heat oil in a small saucepan and add chilli, garlic, ginger and lemongrass and saute for two minutes, stirring often. • Add sugar, cook tor a minute until dissolved and remove from heat. • Add watermelon puree and stir until blended.

225g watermelon flesh, deseeded and cubed 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 or 2 red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tsp freshly grated ginger 1 tbsp finely chopped Lemongrass or 1 tsp Lemongrass paste 50g sugar 225g raw prawns, deveined

• Transfer half mixture to a large bowl, add prawns and mix well. Cover and marinate for two hours. • Cover and chill remaining sauce. • Preheat grill to hot. Thread prawns onto skewers and grill for four minutes each side, basting with marinade from bowl. • Serve prawns with plain boiled rice with the remaining watermelon sauce on the side.

Serves 2

Japanese Beef Rolls An innovative way of serving beef which is a delight to the eyes as well as the taste buds. • Preheat oven to 2000C, gas mark 6. • Oil a baking tray. • Prepare basting sauce by mixing soy and mirin. Set aside. • Lay out beef slices and place asparagus, spring onions and mushrooms in middle. • Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks. 1 tbsp cooking oil 3 tbsp Japanese Soy Sauce 3 tbsp Mirin 8 thin sirloin slices 8 asparagus stalks, trimmed 3 spring onions, halved 100g Enoki mushrooms, trimmed toothpicks or small skewers Spring onions, chopped, for garnish 34

• Bake for five minutes and baste rolls with sauce. • Repeat every five minutes until beef is cooked to taste. • Lightly boil remaining sauce and brush beef again. • Remove toothpicks, and garnish with chopped spring onions.

Serves 2 as a main or 4 as a starter

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

KING • IMPRINTED CONCRETE

Call today for FREE Survey & Quote After

Professional Cleaning – Smart Sealing

01386 870988 • 07943 379615

NATURAL STONE • TARMAC • BLOCK PAVING DECKING&•CONCRETE IMPRINTED SEALING CONCRETE DRIVEWAY & PATIO CLEANING BLOCK•PAVING From this…

Call today for FREE Survey & Quote pressure washing equipment enabling us

Before …To this After We 1386 870988 • confidence. 07943 379615 ce cleaning projects with

to providing the highest level of customer ully insured and trained. PROFESSIONAL EXTERNAL CLEANING & SEALING

NG • DECKING • IMPRINTED CONCRET tdrivewaycleaning.co.uk • • • •

Driveway & Patio Cleaning Block Paving Cleaning, Re-Sanding & Sealing Imprinted Concrete Sealing Tarmac Restoration

• • •

Decking Cleaning and Oiling Gutters, Soffits and Fascia Cleaning Window and Conservatory Cleaning

BEST P R GUARA ICES NTEED

We have the latest in commercial-grade pressure washing equipment enabling us to tackle the most challenging of surface cleaning projects with confidence. We After set high standards and are committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction. We are fully insured and trained.

…To this

EALING

ng and Oiling and Fascia

click on www.pro-smartdrivewaycleaning.co.uk www.pro-smartdrivewaycleaning.co.uk

Steve Randle Installations Ltd

Your local carpet and upholstery mercial-grade pressure washing equipment cleaning enabling u specialists nging of surface cleaning projects with confidence. We

nservatory

Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms

e committed to providing the highest level of custome on. We are fully insured and trained. Carpet and upholstery cleaning

pro-smartdrivewaycleaning.co.uk Stain removal and prevention Premium Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Allergy and odour elimination Installations Leather cleaning

Tiling

Stone, tile and grout cleaning

Disability Aids

Commercial/ landlord and tenancy cleaning

General Maintenance Carpentry & Plumbing

Over 26 Years Experience

Fully Insured

01386 640595

www.chrisjamescleaning.co.uk info@chrisjamescleaning.co.uk

07446 995577 01386 462813

When booking please quote vil14 for

steverandleinstallationsltd@gmail.com

and claim your free spotter

www.steverandleinstallations.co.uk

15% OFF

We don’t cut corners, we clean them!

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Complete Guide to Starting your Business

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Top tips for Tulips N

o spring flower display would be complete without tulips, and they can be used in many situations including beds, borders, containers and grassy areas. From vibrant red cups to dazzling yellow and pretty pink petals, the tulip is an integral part of any spring garden. To get the best possible results follow these tips from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and you will enjoy a spring show to be proud of. Whether used in formal or informal beds and borders, tulips make ideal bedding plants combined with annual or biennial planting. Tulips can also be useful for containers and some varieties can be naturalized in grass. Read on to discover all you need to know about these beautiful flowers. Top tips to care for your tulips Soil must be well-drained Tulips grow best in fertile, well足drained soil in full sun, sheltered from strong winds and all varieties actively dislike excessively wet conditions. If your soil is more clay-based or too sandy try incorporating some organic matter into the soil to make it more suitable for tulips. Plant from mid-to late autumn This is later than most bulbs but a late planting can help reduce problems with the disease tulip fire (a fungal disease of tulips which produces brown spots and twisted, distorted leaves). Use only healthy bulbs, discarding any that show signs of damage or mould. Plant at least twice the bulb's width apart and at a depth of two or three times the bulbs height. Replace or dry Most bedding-type tulips are best replaced each year. If left in the ground they are unlikely to

re-flower after their first year. The alternative to discarding old bulbs and replacing with new is to lift and dry the tulip bulbs after flowering. How to dry out your bulbs Deadhead the tulip to prevent seed production and wait until foliage turns yellow before lifting the bulbs. Clean the soil off the bulbs and discard any that may be diseased or damaged. Allow the bulbs to dry thoroughly before storing. Store the bulbs in trays or net bags in a warm, dark well-ventilated place 18-200C (65-680F) before replanting in the autumn. Varieties that re-flower If you prefer not to lift and dry your tulips you could invest in some dwarf species tulips such as Tulipa Kaufmanniana, T.fosteriana, T.greigii and their hybrids often re-flower without lifting. Only lift and divide when clumps get overcrowded. Although not usual, some cultivars growing in warm soils, where they can be baked in summer, may re足flower from year to year and possibly multiply. Tulip types If you thought one tulip was much like another, think again. Tulips are divided into 15 divisions, chiefly defined by their flower characteristics and sometimes referred to in bulb catalogues. Broadly speaking, their flowers can be described as single or double; cup足shaped, bowl-shaped or goblet-shaped; fringed, parrot or lily-flowered; long, slenderpetalled or star-shaped. Choosing your tulips When choosing tulips,consider their flowering times, suitability for borders, containers or a rock garden where the smaller species such as Tulipa tarda AGM or T. kaufmanniana can be best utilised. Some are ideal for naturalising in fine grass, in particular the low-growing tulip T. sprengeri AGM.

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Saturday 2nd May The Kast Off Kinks Not to be missed, actual members of the legendary band The Kinks back together to re-live the good times! All the hits, including: You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Sunny Afternoon, Lola, Dead End Street, Days, Waterloo Sunset, Apeman, Come Dancing, and more for a great night out! 8pm – 10.30pm. Tel: 01905 611427. Tickets £20 (concs £18) Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester, WR1 3LD Saturday 2nd May Birdsong Identification for Beginners Can you recognise a singing robin from a wren? Ideal for beginners with a basic knowledge of common birds. Wear suitable clothing and shoes for what-ever the weather. 7.30am – 10.30am. Tel: 01905 754919. £15 per person. Wildlife Farming & Education Centre, Lower Smite Farm, Worcester, WR3 8SZ. www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/courses Sunday 3rd & Monday 4th May Eastnor Chilli Festival All things chilli to try and buy! Live music, bars, hot food, children's cookery school, Chilli Eating Competition and demonstrations from local chefs. 11am – 5.30pm. Tel: 01531 633160 Castle & Grounds Admission. Eastnor nr. Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RL. www.eastnorcastle.com Sunday 3rd May Pershore Riverside Youth Centre Companion and Fun Dog Show Companion and Fund Dog Show with classes for pedigrees, greyhounds and lurchers, and novelty classes. Each class £1.50 to enter. Barbeque, cakes, other refreshments. Starts 12 noon. Tel: Jennifer 01386 860966 or Alex 01386 554713. King George’s Way, Pershore, WR10 1QU. www. pershoreyouth.org.uk Mon 4th, 11th, 18th 25th May 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. Monday 4th & Monday 25th May Bank Holiday Market A rambling market along the riverside with a wonderful mix of trades where people can stroll,

browse and buy. The perfect way to enjoy a Bank holiday Monday. 10am – 4pm. Tel: 01384 877336. Free entry. South Quay, Worcester, WR1 2JN. www.worcestercitymarkets.co.uk Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th May RHS Malvern Spring Festival The plants and people show kicks off the gardening season with a whole host of glorious gardens, plants and beautiful features. Book online or call 01684 584924. 9am – 6pm. Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW. www. threecounties.co.uk/rhsmalvern/ Saturday 9th May The Big Broadheath Cake Break It's back! Building on last year's great success, another community Cake Break, raising funds for the MS Society. A sumptuous selection of beautiful cakes, bakes & biscuits. Raffle, tombola, games & fun. Limited number of tables available at £10+ raffle prize or cake. 2.30pm – 5pm. Tel: 01905 641531. Broadheath Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Lower Broadheath, WR2 6QY. Sunday 10 May 2015 Almonry Folk presents Steve Ashley Highly influential musician, Steve Ashley will be bringing his 2015 This Little Game tour to the Almonry. Tickets £10. 7.30pm. For more information, go to www.almonryfolk.com. Tel: 01386 446955. Almonry Heritage Centre, Abbey Gate, Evesham, WR11 4BG. Sunday 10th & 24th May Jasmine Cottage - Open Garden for NGS Plant sale, teas/coffee/squash and delectable cakes! Parking at Villages Hall. 11am - 3pm. Admission £3, children free. Tel: 07854 362318. Jasmine Cottage, Broad Lane, Bishampton, WR10 2LY Sunday 10th May English Open Titles A day of Ballroom & Latin Dance Competitions for children and adults covering all grades from Beginner to Champion. Children’s programme starts 10.15am, adults starts 2pm for Ballroom, 5.30pm for Latin. Competitors: adults £12, children £10, senior citizen spectators. Tel: 01564 779267 or 07901 816233. St Johns Sports Centre, Malvern Road, St Johns, Worcester, WR2 4LE

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Things to do in May Saturday 16th May Museums at Night There's been a murder in Worcester and you are invited along for the night. Enjoy dinner and solve the clues on our murder mystery evening. Tel: 01905 333224. Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, WR2 6RH. www. elgarmuseum.org

Sunday 31st May Extreme Stunt Show Extreme Stunt Show team with their monster trucks and daredevil acts. Check out the team via their website and video links. 5pm – 8pm. Tel: 01564823402. Free entry. Alcester Road, Wythall, nr. Bromsgrove, B47 6AJ. www.extreme eventseurope.com

Wednesday 20th May Club WoW - Pond Life Join us at Lower Smite Farm and find out what’s lurking in the depths! Activities designed for children aged 5-12 accompanied by an adult. Start 6pm sharp. Wear suitable outdoor clothes and shoes for whatever the weather. 6pm – 7.30pm. Tel: 01905 754919. £2 per child. Wildlife Farming & Education Centre, Lower Smite Farm, Worcester, WR3 8SZ. www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/events/ 2015/05/20/club-wow-pond-life

Evesham Ramblers Walks for May 2015 Sunday 10th - Ullenhall walk 10am : Ullenhall Village Hall B95 5NW for a 5 mile walk, taking in the old Chapel, Barrells Hall and Oldberrow. Easy walk. Bring refreshments for 11's. Barbara: 01386 852755 or 07794 10 1157 Sun 17th - Monkwood walk 10am : meet at Monkwood Nature Reserve car park, 1/4 mile north of Monkwood Green, Worcester, WR2 6NX for a 8 mile walk through woods, fields and orchards. Easy walk. Bring a packed lunch. Mike: 01386 554438 or 07908 825995 Sunday 24th - Broadway walk 10am : Halfway along West End Lane, roadside parking just after Burhill House WR12 7JP for a 6 mile walk from Broadway to Snowshill. Sue: 01386 761174 or Rosemary: 01386 40651 or 07814 522613

Saturday 23rd to Saturday 30th May Spot the Crocks A lively, family friendly Half Term activity! Follow the Hidden Archaeology trail and make your own Medieval style tile. 10am - 5pm. Admission: adults £5, seniors/students £2, children 11 and under FREE. Activity packs £2 each. Tel: 01386 446944. Almonry Heritage Centre, Abbey Gate, Evesham, WR11 4BG. www.almonryevesham.org Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st May Asparafest Music & Food Festival Worcestershire's Aspara-tastic Music & Food Festival! All profits will be donated to charity. Tickets available online. Line up includes The Wurzels, The Moulettes & Thrill Collins; family crafts & workshops, falconry, cookery kitchen, duck herding, vintage vehicles, fun fair, craft and food stalls, real ale & cider festival, talks & demonstrations. Under 10’s go free! Tel: 01386 831173. Ashdown Farm, Badsey, Evesham, WR11 7PA. www.asparafest.co.uk Saturday 30th May Oak Apple Day Join The Commandery for traditional Oak Apple Day celebrations. Where better to celebrate Charles II’s birthday and his restoration to the throne than the Faithful City of Worcester. 10am to 5pm. Tel: 01905 361821. Sidbury, Worcester, WR1 2HU. www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk

Sunday 31st - Stow-on-the-Wold walk 10am : at car park adjacent to Tesco just off A429 Stow on the Wold GL54 1AD, SP191262 for a 5mile walk without any stiles from Stow through Maugersbury, Lower Swell, and Abbotswood. Mostly tracks; small amount of road walking. Frank: 01386 40082 or 07709 978608 Sunday 14th - Winchcombe walk 10am : at the car park behind Winchcombe Library, Back Lane, Winchcombe GL54 5PZ. A pleasant of 8.5 mile walk. Starts at Winchcombe and the route goes to Brockhampton via Charlton Abbots. Packed lunch with a possible stop at Brockhampton pub. Bryn: 01386 870430 or 07724 411458 Sunday 21st - Cleeve Hill walk 10am : at the Public Car Park just past Cleeve Hill Golf Club, Wickfield Lane GL52 3PP for a 4.5mile walk from Cleeve Hill towards Prescott and Nottingham Hill. Bring refreshments for elevenses. Mike: 01386 554438 or 07908 825995

39 To advertise your event,when email info@grapevinepublications.co.uk Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE responding to advertisers

The Severn Valley Railway proudly

very special guest took to the footplate of one of the Severn Valley Railway’s famous steam locomotives on Monday, April 13th, as HRH The Princess Royal paid her first visit to the much-loved heritage attraction. The Locomotive was polished to perfection and sat in the station, gleaming as volunteer staff and children from Bewdley Primary School gathered in anticipation in the Spring sunshine at Bewdley Station to welcome The Princess, who was greeted by Mayor of Bewdley, Cllr Derek Killingworth. Following a welcome and summary of the groundbreaking flood damage repair programme, which was the focus of the last Royal Visit by the Duchess of Cornwall in 2008, The Princess Royal was introduced to an enthusiastic group of SVR pioneers and the station staff including younger volunteers. Herself a big fan of steam locomotives, The Princess Royal then took up the invitation to board the footplate of one of the Railway’s most popular heritage steam engines - Erlestoke Manor, without hesitation, to travel the 15-minute journey to Kidderminster through the picturesque Severn Valley countryside. In fact, The Princess appeared to enjoy her footplate experience so much that she stayed on board after the locomotive had pulled into the station, chatting to driver Paul Fathers and fireman Ryan Green about the ins and outs of driving and firing a steam engine.

The SVR is currently celebrating 50 years since a group of young railway enthusiasts gathered in their local pub and decided to re-open the line, which was closed in 1963, and waiting on the platform to greet The Princess were four of those founding members; Keith Beddoes, Christopher George, Columb Howell and Roger Hobson, who revealed the key landmarks in the Railway’s half-century heritage. Also among the welcome party were an enthusiastic, flag-waving group of children and teachers from Comberton Primary School. The Princess Royal was then asked to unveil a plaque celebrating 50 years of the SVR, and though the sun shone on the visit, the great British weather did intervene, blowing the curtain apart before the official unveiling, much to the amusement of The Princess and the gathered on-lookers. The Princess made a short speech congratulating the SVR on its Golden Jubilee and thanking all those involved in the visit for enabling her to travel on the footplate, which she described as ‘a real treat’ before signing the visitors book and being presented with a billy can and whistle as a reminder of her footplate experience. Finally, she was given a behind the scenes tour of the Carriage Works at Kidderminster, to meet volunteers and some of the young apprentices on the Heritage Skills Training Academy (HSTA), one of a range of key projects financed by the fundraising efforts of the SVR Charitable Trust (SVRCT) and the SVR’s 2012 Share Offer scheme.

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

welcomes Royal Visitor A real insight into the inner workings of the Railway, the Princess was shown demonstrations of the apprentices in action in the Upholstery Shop, Paintshop and mechanical floor - the heart of the SVR’s continuous carriage restoration and maintenance programme.

HRH Prince and Princess Michael of Kent were its first Royal visitors in 1993 aboard the Orient Express, Princess Alexandra has visited in a personal capacity and HRH The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall came to celebrate the re-opening of the line in 2008, after extensive works to repair damage caused by the infamous 2007 floods.

Nick Ralls, the SVR’s General Manager, said: “It was a true delight to welcome HRH The Princess Royal to The SVR – she is very engaging, enthusiastic and friendly and is extremely knowledgeable about steam railways and engineering.

Her visit is part of the SVR’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, which have included the launch of a brand new exhibition, taking visitors on a journey through the first 50 years of the Railway, at The Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley.

“She was extremely complementary about our buildings, personnel and achievements and was more than happy to chat to volunteers about steam locomotives and ‘train-spotting’. She seemed to enjoy her footplate experience so much that it looked like she could have stayed up there chatting to our volunteers for much longer if she didn’t have a tight schedule to keep to!”

New events like Sounds of the 60s in August, and a special Golden Ticket visitor competition are also among the Railway’s packed 2015 visitor schedule. For more information on up-coming events, activities and bookings, visit www.svr.co.uk, call 01562 757900 or visit the Severn Valley Railway Families Facebook page.

Though this is the first time that The Princess Royal has visited the Railway, the SVR is no stranger to Royal guests. Its patron since 1998, HRH the Duke of Gloucester, has visited several times, including to officially open The Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley in 2009.

The SVR Charitable Trust is currently trying to raise money to fund the 2015 intake of apprentices to its Heritage Training Skills Academy. Anyone who would like to make a donation can visit www. svrtrust.org.uk and click the ‘donate now’ button.

Photos from left to right: HRH meeting SVR Holdings plc Chairman Nick Paul CBE (Bewdley station). Also in shot Lord Lieutenant of Worcestershire Colonel Patrick Holcroft HRH meeting loco crew Roger Norfolk, Paul Fathers, Ryan Green and Guard Inspector Ray Durrant HRH with the footplate crew – Ryan Green (fireman), Paul Fathers (driver), Roger Norfolk (loco inspector) at Bewdley

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Australia Australia Take it off your wish list

offyour yourshopping wish list list andTake put itit on and put it on your shopping list

Adelaide Koala Adelaide Koala

Sydney Harbour Sydney Harbour

F F

rom the breathtaking scenery, the captivating rom the breathtaking scenery, the captivating wildlife, and the fascinating culture and history to and the fascinating culture to the wildlife, chic cities, exquisite food and drink and and history stunning the chic cities, exquisite stunning beaches, Australia reallyfood doesand havedrink it all.and Whether beaches, Australia reallyadventure, does have ita all. Whether you’re looking for some luxury you’re looking adventure, a luxuryAustralia is honeymoon or,for thesome perfect family holiday, honeymoon or,box! the perfect family holiday, Australia is sure to tick the sure to tick the box! The quintessential first time holiday to Australia would be Surfing The quintessential time holiday Australia yourself would bein ‘Sydney, Rock and first Reef’. Start off byto immersing Surfing ‘Sydney, and cities Reef’.in Start by immersing in one of theRock greatest the off world; Sydney. Itsyourself sparkling one of thegolden greatest cities inaward-winning the world; Sydney. Its sparkling harbour, beaches, restaurants and island paradises and a stunning spectrum of colours that harbour, award-winning restaurants and uniquely golden vibrant beaches, culture make it an unforgettable islandtoparadises and stunning spectrum of colours that have be seen to beabelieved. uniquely vibrant make it an unforgettable destination and aculture great way to begin any holiday. Next stop have to be seen to be believed. If you’re looking for a trip more off the beaten track, why destination a great way to begin any holiday. Next stop Ayres Rock and (Uluru), which is in the very heart of Australia If you’re for Australia, a trip morethe offlargest the beaten not look looking at Western state track, wherewhy Ayres Rock (Uluru), which the very heartyou of Australia and surrounded by miles of is redindesert where can enjoy not look atof Western the largest statewith where 12,500km pristineAustralia, white beaches contrast the surrounded mileswatching of red desert whereover you can enjoy aand beautiful dinnerbywhile the sunset Uluru 12,500km ofancient pristinerock white beaches contrast withgreenery the deep red of formations and the lush a beautiful dinner while watching the sunset over Uluru Alternatively, take a helicopter ride to absorb the sheer ent. deep of ancient rock formations andyou thecan lushdive greenery of thered stunning southern regions. Here with Alternatively, of take helicopter absorba the sheer magnificence thea Red Centreride or, to if you’re morning of the stunning southern Here you dive with the world's largest fish, theregions. whale shark, walkcan amongst the magnificence of the Red Centre or, if you’re a morning person, why not experience the majestic sunrise before the largest the whale shark, walk amongst the treeworld's tops along thefish, southwest coast or explore the person, why experience the majestic sunrise breakfast andnot a lesson in ancient bush skills with before an tree tops along the southwest or Bungles. explore the beehive-like formations of thecoast Bungle breakfast and a lesson in ancient with an indigenous guide. Heading back bush east toskills Queensland, beehive-like formations of the Bungle Bungles. indigenous guide. Heading east to Queensland, affectionately known as the back Sunshine State, you will find Alternatively, venture to the sophisticated, elegant and affectionately known as the of Sunshine State, willBarrier find one of the natural wonders the world; Theyou Great Alternatively, to the sophisticated, and cosmopolitan venture city of Melbourne, a capital ofelegant arts, culture, one ofhome the natural wonders of the world; The Greattropical Barrier Reef, to some of the world’s most beautiful cosmopolitan citysport. of Melbourne, a capital of arts, fashion, food and Only a short journey awayculture, you Reef, home to some of the world’s most beautiful tropical fashion, food and a short journey can experience thesport. GreatOnly Ocean Road, taking away in theyou awecan experience theApostles Great Ocean Road, taking in the aweinspiring Twelve or you could hop over to Carrick Travel inspiring Twelve Apostles or you could hop over to Phillip Island to enjoy the astounding array of wildlife Carrick 19 HighTravel Street 1AA Phillip Island to enjoyPenguin the astounding including the famous Parade.array of wildlife 19 High Street Pershore including the famous Penguin Parade. It’s not just where you go but how you do it! An escorted Pershore Worcs WR10 1AA rth, It’s not justthe where you go do it! An escorted tour takes planning outbut of how youryou hands, combining all Worcs WR10 1AA T: 01386 554262 orton tourmajor takes highlights the planning out of your combining all the of Australia, orhands, you can take control T: 01386 554262 the majorahighlights ofor Australia, or you you the canfreedom take control by hiring campervan car giving to Carrick Travel by hiringthe a campervan or car giving youatthe freedom to discover hidden gems of Australia your own pace. CarrickPort Travel 57-59 Street discover the hidden gems of Australia at your own pace. 57-59 Port Street Wherever you decide to travel in Australia one thing is for Evesham Worcs Wherever you decide travel in Australia one thing is for certain; you won’t be to disappointed! Evesham T: 01386Worcs 41474 certain; you won’t be disappointed! T: 01386 41474 GV091 42 To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Thinking travellingtoto Thinking of of travelling Thinking Holidays? Thinking Holidays? Australia or New Zealand? Australia New Zealand? Let C A R R Ior CK take care of it... Let C A R R II C K take care of it... Let C A R R C K take care of it... Let takecare careofof LetCARRICK CARRICK take it...it...

Interested in travelling to Australia or New Zealand? Sarah Capp, our Australasia manager, has travelled extensively through both countries and would love to share her experiences with you. Call now to make an appointment.

C AThinking R R I C K of T Rtravelling A V E L is your local Independent Travel Agent. to Australia or New Zealand? C II C K R V E L is your local Independent Travel CA AR RR RContact CContact K T T one RA A V E L is your local Independent Travel Agent. Agent. Solihull: usof NOW to discuss next holiday. our offices for your our expert advice. Contact us NOW to discuss your next holiday. 0121 704to 3370 Contact us NOW discuss your next holiday.

377 Warwick Road, Dovehouse Parade, Birmingham, Solihull: Int e B91EVESHAM: 1BQ PERSHORE:

Cap 0121 704offices 3370in : Leamington Spa, PERSHORE: We EVESHAM: also have41474 Coventry, Kenilworth, PERSHORE: 01386 554262 EVESHAM: 01386 377 Warwick Road, thr o Stratford upon Avon, Pershore, Evesham, Chipping Norton & 1AA 01386 554262 01386 41474 19 High Street, WR10 57-59 Port Street, WR11 3LH 01386 554262 01386 41474 Dovehouse Parade, Bourton-on-the-Water. 19 High Street, WR10 1AA 57-59 Port Street, WR11 3LH exp 19 High Street, WR10 1AA 57-59 Port Street, WR11 3LH Birmingham, We also have offices in: Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth,

B91Cheylesmore 1BQ We also have (Coventry), offices in: Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth, Solihull, Bourton-on-the-Water & Chipping Norton We also have (Coventry), offices in: Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth, Cheylesmore Solihull, Bourton-on-the-Water & Chipping Norton

Bourton-on-the-Water & Chipping Norton We Cheylesmore also have (Coventry), offices inSolihull, : Leamington Spa, Coventry, Kenilworth, Stratford upon Avon, Pershore, Evesham, ChippingCAPR Norton & Visit: www.carricktravel.com Email: enquiries@carricktravel.com Bourton-on-the-Water.

Visit: www.carricktravel.com 14

Email: enquiries@carricktravel.com Email: enquiries@carricktravel.com

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when enquiries@carricktravel.com responding to advertisers Visit: www.carricktravel.com Email:

Visit: www.carricktravel.com

GV0914 43 GV0914 GV0914

Coffee Break Sudoku

Trivia (answers on page 50)

Fill in the grid so that each line, row and 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9 without repetition.

1. 2.

2 6

1 2

8 2

3 9

7 4

2 6

2 3

4 5

8 9

ACROSS

4 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 19 21 22

The Human ___, Grahm Greene novel (6) Consequence (6) Elope (3,3) Child's shooter (6) Give vent to publicly (3) Weary (5) Bring together (5) Last part (3) Stale (6) Oration of praise (6) Distrustfully (6) Threaded, marbled (6)

10 Puritan (5) 14 Sheryl ___, US singer and songwriter (4) 16 Colour-stained (4) 18 Badly, wrongly (3) 20 Take advantage of (3) 1

2 3 5 6 7 9

Chariots of ___, film with Vangelis music (4) Device for dealing with tins (3-6) Blockhead (3) Request to go to the next page (inits) (3) Elaborate (4-5) Minute (4) Predestined (5)

DOWN

In heraldry, what colour is vert? What is the most widely recognized national symbol of Canada? 3. Which unit of the Roman army consisted of 480 men? 4. The mainland portion of which country is formed by Jutland? 5. Name the oldest equestrian weekly magazine in the UK? 6. In which city did Roger Bannister run the first sub-four-minute mile in 1954? 7. Which large animal kills more people than any other animal in Africa? 8. Which country do swallows migrate to when they leave Britain for the winter? 9. In fashion, what do the initials DKNY stand for? 10. How many X chromosomes do women have?

14 17

15 18

16 19

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

GROOMING AT FERN'S •

fully qualified city and guilds level 3 dog groomer

Mark Ellis Interiors Kitchens • Bedrooms Studies & Storage

brand new premises

From door replacements to fully bespoke design

located at the cattery full grooms available

Extensive range of finishes including high gloss, curved and hand made solid wood.

nails included in full grooms or separate collection and delivery service free within first 5 miles

Local workshop facilities in Pinvin to hand make any item for a unique design at a reasonable price

all breeds catered for professional one on one service

Beautiful items made in wood to fit any nook, cranny or alcove.

quiet and stress free environment

www.groomingatferns.co.uk

01386 792554

www.markellisinteriors.co.uk

Ferns Cattery, Alcester Road, Radford, Worcs WR74LS

07976 301794

free consultation, 3D design & quote.

Arfernihough@hotmail.co.uk

Fern’s Cattery Windmill Hill Field Alcester Road Radford WR7 4LS

Are you planning a trip? Now your feline friends can have a luxurious time too... - Purpose built cattery situated in beautiful countryside. - Our chalets are constructed to the highest standards using the most up-to-date materials to comply with the model license conditions. - All chalets are heated, secure, hygienic and designed to offer interested, comfortable accommodation. - Any medical conditions are catered for. - Collection and delivery service. - 24 hour veterinary care. - Fully qualified staff.

For more details contact Ayley on: Tel: 01386 792554 Email: ayley@fernscattery.co.uk www.fernscattery.co.uk

Fern’s Cattery

●

Windmill Hill Field Road & Alcester Elite Stoves Radford ● Fully qualified by the Prompt, reliable & friendly service WR7 Guild 4LS of Master

Sweeps and fully ● All types of flues & appliances cleaned. Are you planninginsured. a trip? Now your feline ● Cowls andfriends bird can have a luxurious time too... ● Stove/Log burner guards fitted. Installations. Purpose built cattery situated in beautiful countryside. ● Guild -certificates ● HETAStoApproved issued- after every are constructed Our chalets the highest standards Installer. sweep. using the most up-to-date materials to comply with

the model license conditions.

Call Eddie - All chalets are heated, secure, hygienic and designed to offer700701 interested, comfortable accommodation. T 01905 / - Any medical conditions are catered for. 07895 612915 - Collection and delivery service. www.elitesweeps.co.uk - 24 hour veterinary care. - Fully qualified staff.

For more details contact Ayley on: Tel: 01386 792554 Email: ayley@fernscattery.co.uk www.fernscattery.co.uk

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

“Open 4 Business” Have you recently started your own business? Are you thinking about starting your own business in the near future? Would you like to start your own business?

If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then Open 4 Business is the essential business workshop for you. According to Theo Paphatis (former star of Dragon’s Den) 50% of start-ups fail within the first couple of years because “… people don’t do their homework”. Open 4 Business is a straightforward, easy to follow, one-day workshop that will take you through all the steps you need to make sure your business hits the ground running. The workshop is run in small groups (maximum 10 people) from 10am to 6pm

on Saturdays (so no need to take time off work!) and the fee includes all course material and refreshments. For more details or to book your place on the next workshop, please contact:

07754 170286 0800 292 292 4 info@mba-solutions.co.uk

Open Business Complete Guide to Starting your Business

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

beautiful & energy efficient Choose from our extensive range and enjoy high quality products combined professional design and quality installation. With years of experience we offer a relaxed and friendly service at great value prices!

Let us transform your home... No pressure, No hassle, just quality products and workmanship at honest prices

Windows, Doors & Conservatories

ETC Windows Doors & Conservatories are proud to be Worcestershireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s select installer for Vevo products

tel : 01386 800600

Unit 2, Site 14 Four Pools Ind Est. St Richards Road, Evesham, Worcs. WR11 1XJ

www.vevowindows.co.uk www.etcwindows.co.uk

Computer Problems? -

PC repairs and upgrades Spyware and virus removal Health checks and PC servicing Website design and site marketing PCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and media centres built to order General troubleshooting & support Configuring wireless networks Email and Internet problems Advice and ongoing help Apple Mac and Windows p: m: e: w:

01386 550191 07435 964579 info@pendas.co.uk www.pendas.co.uk

Round up a tax specialist Crowthers help private clients complete Tax Returns and minimise tax bills For Income Tax and IHT Planning that makes sense: Ledbury: 01531 631500 Pershore: 01386 552644 tax@crowther.co.uk

www.crowther.co.uk

Onsite support for all your PC issues, for both the home and business user

Pendas Computer Services Ltd - Pershore -

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

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

pershore Martin & Carr Tel: 01386 553631

NTACTS

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

AGE UK

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

POST OFFICES

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

pershore Tel: 01386 552608

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

TOURIST INFORMATION

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

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

DIRTY OVEN

Hate cleaning your oven?... Then let us do it for you!

01905 841018 - 07859 959678

SAFE TO COOK STRAIGHT AWAY

* All totally non-corrosive and safe solutions * Specialist equipment * OFTEN copied but never equalled Here are some of the* Non-caustic Here are some of the * No smells mouthwatering dishes we oﬀer

£5

Here are some OFFof the mouthwateringPROMOTIONAL dishes we oﬀer mouthwatering dishes we oﬀer OFFER Bloody Mary soup

Quality lunches lunches every Sunday Quality

Quality lunches Quality lunches available available Opening Hours available every Sunday Monday 6pm to 9pm every Sunday Tues to every Thurs 12noon toSunday 3pm & 6pm to 11pm from 12 noon to 2.30pm Lively - Modern - Cosy atmosphere Good Food - Real Ales - Lunchtime Specials

Friday 12noon to 3pm to & 5pm to 11pm from 12 noon 2.30pm

Extensive menu withto a11pm selec�on of 12noon to fromSaturday 12 noon 2.30pm Extensive menu12noon withtoa9pm selec�on of starters, Sunday main courses and sweets Extensive menucourses with a and selec�on of starters, main sweets Meals Served starters, main courses and sweets Have you seen our fantas�c Tuesday to Friday 12noon to 2pm & 6pm to 9pm Have you seen our fantas�c Trip Advisor reviews? Have you seen our fantas�c Saturday 12noon to 2pm & 6pm to 9pm Trip Advisor reviews? Trip Advisor Sunday 12noon reviews? to 2.30pm The Dolphin, Main Street, Bishampton, WR10 2LX Tel: 01386 462343 Blinded? by sun

Fabric fading?

Conservatory too hot?

call

The

Why use blinds?

Glare?

Need privacy ?

Tint shoP

for UV Protection & Privacy Film

any window  any size  all cars & vans tinted

0791 900 4442  800 0199 678

Also specialists with warm homeMary madesoup breads £4.30 Bloody inwith cleaning: Bloody warm homeMary madesoup breads £4.30 Hand salmonbreads with beetroot withsliced warmsmoked home made £4.30 * Microwaves andsmoked horseradish cream, Hand sliced salmon with beetroot Hand*granary sliced salmon with£5.25 beetroot BBQs bread and butter andsmoked horseradish cream, and horseradish cream, granary bread and butter £5.25 * Hobs Jumbogranary crevette and crayfish cocktail bread and butter £5.25£5.25 *Jumbo Extractor FansandIFcrayfish crevette cocktail £5.25 NOT TOTALLY SATISFIED Bakedcrevette Cornish and Briecrayfish with chilli jam £4.95 Jumbo cocktail £5.25 * AGAs YOU PAY NOTHING

07730 620153

Baked Cornish Brie jam £4.95 * *with * chilli Baked Cornish Brie with chilli jam £4.95 * * Roast rib eye of* Herefordshire beef, * * Yorkshire pudding £12 beef, Roast rib eye of* Herefordshire Roast rib eye of Herefordshire Yorkshire pudding £12 beef, Roast loin ofpudding orchard£12 pork, Yorkshire black stuffing pork, £9.99 Roastpudding loin of orchard Roastpudding loin of orchard black stuffing pork, £9.99 Roast black leg of pudding lamb andstuffing onion sauce £9.99 £9.99 Roast leg of lamb and onion sauce £9.99 Oliveleg oilGas poached halibut, salsa Roast of lambsafe and onion sauceverde £9.99 Gas Gas safe safe registered registered registered sauté potatoes Olive and oil poached halibut,£10.50 salsa verde Olive and oil poached halibut,£10.50 salsa verde sauté potatoes Landlord Landlord certificates certificates Landlord certificates Bakedand field mushrooms with creamy sauté potatoes £10.50 Stilton saucemushrooms on Foccaciawith toastcreamy £8.95 Baked field Baked field mushrooms with Boiler Boiler changes changes Boiler changes Stilton sauce on Foccacia toastcreamy £8.95 * * toast £8.95 Stilton sauce on* Foccacia * * * Home Made Sweets £4.70 System System upgrades upgrades System * *Sweets *upgrades Home Made £4.70 Marmalade and Sweets chocolate bread Home Made £4.70 and butter pudding with custard Marmalade and chocolate bread All Allplumbing plumbing plumbing work work All work Marmalade and chocolate bread and butter pudding with custard Vanilla creme with brûlée and butter pudding custard Bathrooms Bathrooms and andTiling Tiling Tiling Bathrooms and Vanilla creme brûlée Warm cake Vanillachocolate creme brûlée with home vanillacake ice cream Warmmade chocolate FREE FREE QUOTATIONS QUOTATIONS FREE QUOTATIONS Warmmade chocolate with home vanillacake ice cream Stickyhome toffeemade and banana pudding, with vanilla ice cream caramel sauce pudding, Sticky toffee and banana Sticky toffee banana pudding, 01386 550521 caramel sauce861676 t:01386 01386 01386 861676 861676 t:t:and caramel sauce 420150 m: 07976 420150 m: m:07976 07976 07976 420150 m: Opening Hours: 420150

For Forall all allyour your your For plumbing plumbingneeds needs needs plumbing

Opening Monday 6pmHours: to 9pm TuesdayMonday to Opening Saturday 12noon 6pmHours: to 9pm to 3pm 6pm to 11pm Monday to 9pm to 3pm to&Saturday 12noon Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE whenTuesday responding to6pm advertisers Sunday 12noon to 8pmto 3pm Tuesday to&Saturday 12noon 6pm to 11pm

dom@tintshop.co.uk  www.tintshop.co.uk

207290 207290 207290

The Worcestershire Grapevine

GET PAID TO EXERCISE! We need FOUR more distributors to deliver The Worcestershire Grapevine in

EVESHAM The new routes will include:

HIGH STREET HAMPTON DAVIES ROAD VICTORIA AVENUE All are medium-sized routes and would suit anyone who would like to be paid for taking a walk!

Interested? please contact Betty on Tel: 01684 833715 info@grapevinepublications.co.uk www.grapevinepublications.co.uk 50

Answers to Trivia on page 44: 1. Green 2. The Maple Leaf 3. Cohort 4. Denmark 5. Horse and Hound 6. Oxford 7. Hippopotamus 8. South Africa 9. Donna Karan New York 10. Two Answers to Crossword on page 44:

F A C T I A R U N O E O S P E C E R A N C O E W A R I

O R U P S A T F F P O P A I R N T U N I E N D I D E U L L S L Y V E I

H I G H F L O W N

O T I U N Y Y D G Y E E D

E. Hill & Son Funeral Directors Established 1960

Independent Family Run Business Holders of Diploma in Funeral Directing Professional & Sympathetic Service Available 24 Hours Prepaid funeral plans available

01386 552141 www.ehillandson.co.uk

Fairfield House, Defford Road, Pershore, WR10 1HZ

Two policemen call the station on the radio. "Hello. Is that you Sarge?" "Yes?" "We have a case here. A woman with PMT has shot her husband for stepping on the floor she had just mopped clean." "Have you arrested the woman?" "No sir. The floor is still wet."

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk

Accountants Crowthers 47 Haines Watts 33

Funeral Directors E Hill & Son

Pest Control Opkill 26

25 5 45 38

Gardening & Landscaping Bowbrook Gardens 11 Garden Machinery Mobile Service & Repair 8 Luke's Garden Maintenance 15 Styling homes and gardens 8

Pet Care Cats Protection Dapper Doggies Fern's Cattery Grooming at Fern's Snippets Dog Grooming

36 8 45 45 49

Bedrooms Steve Randle Installations Ltd

Glass & Window Coating Tint Shop 49

Picture Framing Huxley Imaging

Boiler Services Johnston Scotia

Grave Tending Services Take Grave Care 19

Photography BG Digital Photographs

Building & Construction Evesham Trade Centre 18 Simon Haines Construction 25

Haberdashery & Material The Fabrik Shop 4

Plumbing & Heating A+ Plumbing Hartley Heating & Plumbing Johnston Scotia J S Plumbing

11 32 27 49

Bathrooms & Kitchens A Job 4 John Dream Doors Mark Ellis Interiors Steve Randle Installations Ltd

Cars: Parts, Repairs & Sales Marshalls of Evesham Ltd 18 Tint Shop 49 Cleaning Services Chris James Cleaning

Chimney Services Elite Sweeps

Community Services Age UK Aspen Retirement Helping Hands

11 9 30

Computing & IT Services Pendas CS Ltd 47 Decorators & Painters A Job 4 John Aztec Painting & Decorating CR Decorating

25 13 32

Driveways & Paving Castle Paving 24 Nationwide Driveways 2 Pro-Smart 35 Education Open 4 Business

Electricians Craig Merchant Electrical Marchwood Maintenance

8 20

Fireplaces TC Fireplaces

Handyman A Job 4 John

Health & Beauty ALM Fitness Jacqui Turvey The Beauty Barn

22 15 28

Heating & Plumbing A+ Plumbing Hartley Heating & Plumbing Johnston Scotia J S Plumbing

Pubs & Restaurants The Anchor Inn The Berkeley The Dolphin The Old Oak Inn

4 31 49 12

11 32 27 49

Roofing Services G.M. Roofing Weather Guard

30 4

Interior Design & Soft Furnishings Styling homes and gardens Sunflower Soft Furnishings R P Lampshades

Second Hand Dealers Sally's Bargains 8 15 20

Kitchens Dream Doors Mark Ellis Interiors Steve Randle Installations Ltd

5 45 38

Locksmiths Alcester Locks

M O T Marshalls of Evesham Ltd

Oven Cleaning Ovenclean 49 Pershore Retail Market Cotton's Shed The Candy Box

52 52

Shoes Humphries 32 Travel Agent Carrick Travel Waste Management Waste Goblin

42 2

Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy2Clear Windows 3 ETC Windows, Doors & Conservatories 47 Tint Shop 49 Wood Burning Stoves Chase Heating 21 Elite Stoves 45 TC Fireplaces 13

Please mention THE WORCESTERSHIRE GRAPEVINE when responding to advertisers

Pershore Retail Market Cherry Orchard, Pershore, Worcs, WR10 1EY 01386 553232 www.pershoremarket.com

Cafe o the The CCaondn rnyeB r ox

Range of Teare& troCof trad feeition Bral easw kfas eetts, loLu lipnc ophs, fu Hdg ot e&&Cno oldugSn atacks on Ice cream,M candday 9a ossm&-2pmpcorn Tues-Sat y8.fl 30am-4po .30pm Children's part y cones Gift jars & bags

Tel: 07541 Selection of020627

sugar-free swee

Tel: 01905 345 076 Mob: 07951 7 44666

d Cotton's She

ollectables Antiques & C - Bits & Bobs Odds & Sods Arty & Quirky

50/50 We also offer sell! Your item : we e Finders servic n't u want, but do Know what yo us! t Le it? to find have the time

931 Tel: 07792 370 om .c nsshed@gmail

cotto 52

To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk