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3 Weight loss myths that can put your life in danger If you read health magazines regularly, you are sure to come across a lot of tips regarding weight loss. Some of these tips actually work, and others don't. The ones that generally don't work are those that suggest fad diets or rely solely on weight loss supplements and pills. The tips that actually work for everybody are always simple: that of diet and exercise. However, the weight loss industry is ridden with myths and misleading information, and people often tend to twist the truths, either because of their own advantage or out of plain ignorance. In this article I will discuss three such weight loss myths. 1. Myth#1: Spot reduction of fat is possible: Not at all true, and I am sure that any weight loss expert will unanimously agree to this. You cannot force your body to spot reduce your fat under any circumstances, no matter what type of workouts you do. If you do only crunches and leg lifts frequently in the hope of reducing belly fat, you will notice that instead of reducing your belly fat, you will reduce the muscle mass that resides beneath the abdomen. For this reason, your focus should not be on crunches and leg lifts alone; you should also follow a healthy diet that would speed up your metabolic rate and help you burn fat fast! 2. Myth#2: A drastic cut down on calorie intake reduces your body fat: This myth has pushed many a person on the brink of crash dieting. People take to crash dieting in the hope of shedding those extra pounds, least realizing that crash dieting harm their bodies instead of helping them. As a matter of fact, when you starve or fast, your body realizes that you are going to kill it and then it goes into the starvation mode. While in starvation mode, your body slows down your metabolic rate and burns your muscles (instead of fat, which is kept in reserve) for producing energy. This way, you don't lose much fat at all; if anything, you lose your valuable muscles. And once you return to your normal diet, you will gain extra weight! 3. Myth#3: Cardio exercises alone will help you lose weight: While it is true that cardio exercise can help you lose fat, it is not true that this is the only type of weight loss exercise available; don't forget the aerobics. As a matter of fact, the amount of fat you will lose doing either cardio or aerobics is almost the same. On the other hand, weight lifting is better than both cardio and aerobics, in that it not only helps you burn fat during the workout, but for hours after that! Why not come along to boot camp and discover exactly how to get the most from your workouts while having great fun in a group setting, you will also receive a diet plan and lifestyle tips so bring a friend and come along!! For more information visit www.almfitness.co.uk or call Amy 07740 366419 or 2email info@almfitness.co.uk Please mention The Worcestershire Villager when responding to advertisers. TO ADVERTISE TELEPHONE 0845 224 7061 EMAIL: INFO@GRAPEVINEPUBLICATIONS.CO.UK
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Contents 2
Weight Loss Myths
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"Betty's Recipes"
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Financial Advice
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Pershore Racecourse
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Events in Worcestershire August & September
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Grapevine Gifts
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August in the Garden
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Coffee Break
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Star Signs & Your Horoscope
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"Just in case you wondered how the fight started . . . . !!"
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Worcestershire Villager Community Directory
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Index
August/September 2011
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Financial Advice As the current recession continues, and we all look for ways of cutting back our expenses, it is important that you don’t succumb to temptation and cancel direct debits for insurance policies that have been put in place to protect your family should the worst happen. Life Assurance As a minimum you should have enough life cover to clear your outstanding debts. Think things over, discuss them with your partner: what do you want for your family if you and/or your partner died – not the happiest of conversations, but a very important and necessary one). Very often people think that if their debts were paid off, their family will be fine. They forget that the surviving partner may have to give up work, or reduce the hours they work in order to take care of the children. Life cover is still relatively cheap if you are in reasonable health. Check the cover you have with your broker, who is the best person to advise if you have the right amount of protection, and will also be able to give you quotations for any additional cover you may need to make up any shortfall. Critical Illness Cover This cover will pay out a lump sum on the diagnosis of a critical illness listed on your policy. For instance, if you suffered a heart attack or are diagnosed with cancer (which needn’t be terminal; just covered by your insurers) the policy would pay out, subject to its terms and conditions. Even a small amount of cover could make a considerable difference helping with your finances at a time when you are facing a frightening illness. At the very least it would 14
mean you could concentrate on getting better, instead of worrying about how you are going to manage financially. Permanent Health Insurance or Accident, Sickness & Unemployment Cover It is well worth considering having this type of protection at any time. The unemployment cover is of special relevance in times of recession. This can be arranged to pay out a monthly sum in the event that you are unable to work due to illness, or if you lost your job through no fault of your own. With any existing policies, get your broker to advise you if the policy would give you the protection you want should the worst happen. Put cover in place to meet any shortfalls if at all possible. Your broker will be able to advise you on the types and costs of cover available if you don’t currently have insurance of this kind, or if you do, whether or not it is suitable for your needs, and finally, whether or not there is alternative protection available which is better value. Don’t ever cancel any existing policy without advice, or until a new policy has been underwritten and cover is in place. These types of insurance should be considered necessities, not luxuries, and a regular review from time to time can be very worthwhile. Many families pay more money each month for satellite television than they do for their protection policies. In the current economic climate, many people need to reconsider their priorities. Unfortunately, it is very often not until a life changing event has occurred that they do this. Don’t let your family become a statistic.
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Pershore Racecourse
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As part of the celebrations last year an important horse-race event was re-enacted at Worcester Racecourse: "The Land O' Plums Chase", which will again take place this year on 5th August. This race was originally held on Pershore's own course. It's history goes back to Tuesday 26th October 1847, when the first recorded meeting on the flat was held in Pershore on land in Weir Meadow off the Defford Road alongside the River Avon. This course was said to be a very good and long one. The main event that day was the "Pershore Stakes" run in four heats, each a mileand-a half long when it appears Mr. Wood's bay mare Amazement beat Mr. Minor's Augustus and Mr. Kirby's Monsieur Perrot. There was then a 52-year gap before the next race meeting took place, this being a steeplechase held on 17th April 1899. Due to the proximity of the river, the site was often extremely wet, if not actually flooded. Two Hunt fixtures were held each year, in Spring and Autumn. During the "Hunter's Handicap Chase" of May 1910, the jockey Bob Wall was thrown from his horse Nunnery III. Although falling heavily, the mishap was missed by the officials, but a group of boy scouts came to his rescue, taking him to the Jockey's Room where he was transferred to Pershore Cottage Hospital and recovered following treatment. The course was also the scene of other exciting events. In July 1912 the town witnessed its first view of an aeroplane as it twice circled over. Then in October 1913 Gustav Hamel gave exhibitions of flying there, as the land had by then, been licensed by the Ministry of Air as an aerodrome. From here, CS Kent ran daily passenger flights with flying exhibitions on Sundays, which events were widely patronized by local residents. In the 1930's Sir Alan Cobham came to Pershore when he allegedly walked the wing of a Tiger Moth. Eventually it was decided the ground was too wet and muddy for its original purpose and a new location was sought for the racecourse. This was established at the Station Road site near the High School, on land owned by the Earl of Coventry, and opened on 11th October 1935. There was no flat racing here since it was a tight course, not good for galloping, so was only used for steeple-chasing. Being near the railway station, race-goers from such places as Birmingham and Gloucester as well as locals, had easy access and trains would bring horses from afar, attracting some top jockeys, including the famous Anthony brothers, Ivor and Jack, who frequently rode during the period 1912 to 1915. The Journal of 1935 reported that the course covered about 100 acres and comprised a track of just over a mile round, six jumps, two grandstands (Tattersall's and Club), lunch, weighing, hospitality and press rooms, two totaliser buildings, club lunch rooms, and a steward's room, among other buildings. It also reported that from the enclosures a clear view of the whole track could be seen. Racing continued there for some years, the Birmingham Post of 7th May 1928 telling us that this meeting took place on that day with the "Land O' Plums Steeplechase" being the chief item in the programme when Jargoon was the favourite. However, this was only one of six races, held 16
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at half hourly intervals, the others being, at 2 o'clock, the "Birlingham Chase", followed by the "Evesham Hurdle", and the "'Land O' Plums" at 3 o'clock. Then came the "Elmley Hurdle", the "Hunter's Steeplechase" and the "Deerhurst Hurdle". All the races were of two-mile duration apart from the "Hunter's Steeplechase" at three miles. The "Land O' Plums" that day attracted nineteen riders with prize money of one hundred guineas whilst the "Elmley Novices Hurdle Race", attracted some forty horses, with prize money of seventy guineas (as was the prize for all the other races). Racing continued until on 1st May 1939 when what transpired to be the final meeting took place. Over a thousand paying customers attended, but with the outbreak of World War II on 3rd September, the scheduled Autumn meeting was cancelled. Throughout the war the whole area was commandeered as an RAF training school and although at the end of hostilities the managers of the course, Pratt & Co., intended to resume the event, this never happened and the land was sold, ultimately to become the trading estate. Reminders of its past can be seen in the name Racecourse Road' that stands at the entrance to the estate. Article written by Marion Freeman
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Events in W August & Friday 22nd July to Sunday 11th September SHARK! The Myths and Reality Shark! Exhibition explores the evolution of these ancient and often misunderstood hunters. Learn the real truth about shark. 11am - 4pm. Entry is included in the normal admission price to the museum. Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor centre, Needle Mill Lane, Riverside, B98 8HY. www.forgemill.org.uk Saturday 23rd July to Sunday 4th September Summer fun for Kids Children can follow a fun quiz trail around the Riverside Gardens. Everyone returning a completed form will go into a draw to win a prize. Pick up an entry form from Reception Desk. 11am - 4pm. Entry Free. Webbs, Worcester Road, Wychbold, Droitwich Spa WR9 0DG. Sunday 14th, 21st & 28th August Gheluvelt Sunday Bands Bring a picnic and enjoy the bands playing between 2:30pm and 4:30pm Entry Free. Gheluvelt Park, Barbourne Road, Worcester WR3 7AA. Friday 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th August Friday Summer Picnic Please come along and enjoy games, activities, art and craft, stories, songs, bikes and trikes, adventure playground and much more. Please bring your own picnic. 12pm - 3pm. Call 01684 594806 for more information. Riverboats Children’s Centre, Price’s Lane, Upton-upon-Severn, WR8 0LY Tuesday 2nd August Time Travellers Go: Inventions & Discoveries Calling all budding Einstein’s! From the totally practical to the downright wacky, take a trip through history’s most exciting inventions, then get inspired yourself with our fun hands-on activities. An additional £1 will be charged on standard admission. 10am - 6pm. Adults £6.30, Concession £5.70, Child £3.80, Family £16.40. Tel: 01299 896636. Witley Court, Worcester Road, Great Witley, Worcester WR6 6JT Saturday 6th August Rise Heart Worcester Cathedral Chamber Choir perform songs from their new CD, Rise Heart, in a concert also celebrating the 100th anniversary since the premiere of Five Mystical Songs by Ralph Vaughan 18
Williams. 3pm. Tickets £10 from 01905 611427 or 07549 632068. St Martin’s Church, London Road, Worcester WR5 2ED. Saturday 13th August Brians super Sounds Dances Ballroom, Latin & Sequence Dances. Bring your own refreshments. 7.30pm - 10.30pm Contact Brian & Philomena tel: 01905 454338or Brian. supersounds@btinternet.com. St Johns Centre, Malvern Road, Worcester WR2 4EL Friday 19th to Sunday 21st August Worcester Music Festival 2011 Worcester Music Festival is a free music festival that supports and encourages live, original music. Festival events take place over one weekend at many venues in Worcester City Centre, with more than 150 bands and musicians covering all genres. Festival HQ - Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome Street, Worcester WR1 1UH. For more info go to www.worcestermusicfestival.co.uk Friday 19th to Sunday 21st August The Western Motorhome Show Calling all motorhome enthusiasts: The Western Motorhome Show is coming! See both new and preowned vehicles, browse through over 150 outdoor traders, find a great selection of accessories and browse through our special Western trade section and authenic Western Camp. Open daily 9:30am to 5pm. Adults £6 Child £2. Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW. Friday 26th to Sunday 28th August Upton festival 2011 Massive 2nd year 2-day Festival in Upton with a fantastic line up. For more information go to www.uptonfestival.co.uk. Gates open at noon each day until midnight. Prices start from £30. Fish Meadow, Upton Upon Severn Worcestershire WR8 OPF Saturday 27th August Family fun day and fun dog show To raise money for Worcester Animal Rescue Shelter. 10am to 4pm. Bouncy Castle, Gundog Display, Trade Stands, Face-painting and many more fun activities. Dog show entries start from 10.30am, classes start from 11.30am. £2 per class or 3 classes for £5. Worcester Wood Countryside Centre, Worcestershire WR5 2RA.
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Worcestershire & September Sunday 28th August 16th Annual Motor show See some amazing classic and vintage vehicles at this most popular show. 11am - 4pm. Free entry. Webbs, Worcester Road, Wychbold, Droitwich Spa WR9 0DG. www.webbsdirect.co.uk Thursday 1st and Saturday 3rd September David Birtwhistle & John Harris Exhibition Local artists David Birtwhistle and John Harris will be holding an exhibition of watercolours in the Long Gallery at Hanbury Hall. Contact: Emily Knight 01527 821214. 11am to 5pm. Booking Not Needed. Hanbury Hall, School Road, Hanbury, Droitwich Spa WR9 7EA Saturday 3rd September Jason Byrne Arts and Theatre. Start time 8pm. See website for prices and details: www.viagogo.co.uk/Artsand-Theatre-Tickets/Comedy/Jason-Byrne-Tickets. Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove B60 1AX Sunday 4th September Clairvoyance Afternoon with Julie Angel An introduction to all things paranormal with International Psychic Medium, Julie Angel. Julie gives messages of a psychic and mediumistic nature to people in the audience and allows time for questions at the end. 3.30pm for 4pm. Hallow Sport & Social Club, The Green, Hallow WR2 6PE. www.julieangelguest.co.uk Saturday 10th September Marlbrook Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Don't miss this opportunity to experience a trio of unique gardens, rated by one national paper in the top small gardens open to the public? Each an individually stunning garden, together they offer breathtaking experience of contrasting styles and topography. Combined admission £5, Children free. Marlbrook Gardens, Bromsgrove B60 1DY Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September Relay For Life : Worcester The Relay for Life is a community event designed around friends and family getting together as a team. Each team should have between 8-15 people and can include all ages. The aim of Relay for Life is to raise money as a team throughout the year. Team members £15 registration fee. Events start midday Saturday 10th and finish midday
Sunday 11th. Cancer Survivors can register for free. Nunnery Wood Sports Complex, Spetchley Road Worcester WR5 2NL. www.cancerresearchuk. org/relay/venues/worcester/ Friday 16th September The Real Home Guard An entertaining and enlightening talk by expert Malcolm Atkin looking at how Britain's Home Guard evolved from a 'Look, Duck and Vanish' approach to become a front line fighting force. Includes an opportunity to handle Home Guard weapons. Pre-book only. £16 including lunch. 11am - 1pm. Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle DY11 7XZ. www.worcestershire. gov.uk/museum Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September Malvern Autumn Show A Celebration of Nature’s Harvest for food and gardening lovers alike. It is time to start enjoying the good life. For more information go to www. threecounties.co.uk/malvernautumn. 9am - 6pm. Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW Saturday 24th September SnodFest ’11 This family friendly music festival is now in its fourth year. Over 10 hours of non-stop music from a fantastic line up of bands to suit all tastes, as well as free workshops and craft activities to suit all ages, stalls, hot food and a licensed bar. 12 noon to 10.30pm. Tickets £8 or £4 concessions until 17/09/11 or £12 & £6 on the day. Children under 5 free. Tickets from Upton Snodsbury Post Office or via www.snodfest.com. Upton Snodsbury Park, Cowsden Lane, Upton Snodsbury, WR7 4NZ Saturday 24th September The Songmen A group of young, professional singers who have built an enviable reputation as one of the country’s finest and most versatile a cappella (unaccompanied) groups. They possess a wealth of experience from the worlds of classical, sacred and popular. 7.30pm: £10, £8 concession, special party rates. Tickets available through Parish Office, 01905 420490 or 01905 352819 or on door. St John-in-Bewdardine Church, Bromyard Road, St John’s, Worcester WR2 5BS.
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Capybara is a small, family owned firm specialising in anything pest related. We have fully trained technicians who perform professional pest control contracts and ad-hoc emergencies on commercial and domestic properties in Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Gloucestershire and Warwickshire. As well as the professional servicing side of the business, we also own a high street shop which is dedicated to just selling pest control products and giving general advise. We believe this to be the only one in the country! You can find our shop by the lights, at the bottom of London Road, Worcester. Capy.co.uk is our online offering. All the products are tried and tested and we've produced pest control kits to make sure that your pest control job is done as thoroughly as possible. We offer a free delivery service for those living within a 10 mile radius of the shop, minimum spend of £15 is applied for this service. Specializing from the usual pest species, rats and mice, through to bed bugs, cockroaches, fleas, and flies, as well as wildlife pest control such as mink, moles, rabbits and squirrels. We also supply exceptionally effective clothes moth treatment kits which are at the moment rampant in the area. Our summer time wasp deal is £40 for complete wasp eradication! All our prices have no further hidden charges and it’s the price until the pest has been controlled. For free advice or to make a booking please don’t hesitate in getting in contact via (01905) 35 45 49 or email help@capy.co.uk Quote: Worcester Villager on your booking/purchase and we’ll give you 10% off the total purchase. Please mention The Worcestershire Villager when responding to advertisers. TO ADVERTISE TELEPHONE 0845 224 7061 EMAIL: INFO@GRAPEVINEPUBLICATIONS.CO.UK
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Mobile PC Mechanic based in Worcestershire Laptop and computer repairs, upgrades, virus removal and many other services at an affordable price.
Some of the services we can carry out for you include: ● Health checks and data recovery ● Upgrades and repairs ● Virus and spyware removal ● Affordable, tailor-made web-sites ● Wireless networks set-up and secured ● Advice and one-to-one tutorials We are available during evenings and weekends and can come to you, when many companies are closed and unable to help.
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This month we've got books, bracelets and beautiful stones for you. Remember, these items are not available on the high street.
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FLOW MARKETING
"Flow Marketing offers a solution to entrepreneurs who are finding that traditional marketing no longer works for their businesses."
FLOW MARKETING by Christoff Oosthuysen & Marcel Oudejans
This straightforward and easy-to-read manual is the essential tool for any budding entrepreneur, or existing businessman. If you are in need of modern marketing methods to attract new customers and grow your business, then look no further: "FLOW MARKETING" is the way to go.
Flow Finders International Available as an e-book or soft-cover manual. To order call: 01684 833715 e-book: £6 manual: £10 plus £2 p&p
The Spotted What!? When a conservation and wildlife adviser called John Clarke put a small and unobtrusive advertisement in a selection of parish magazines, the response was remarkable . . . For eight years, John had been working on the remote and windswept Scottish island of Colonsay. Having returned to rural Worcestershire, his imagination was seized by the gradual disappearance of a small migrant bird, the Spotted Flycatcher. Spurred by various sightings, John tramped the villages with his mirror-on-a-stick and documented his findings. This enchanting book, a blend of anecdote and actual scientific research, is the story of his quest for this endearing and elusive bird and of the characters who, fired by his enthusiasm, became so fervently involved in his project. John writes with knowledge, warmth and humour. Birdwatchers will love this book. But so too will many others, those with a passion for wildlife, for the countryside, for conservation and those with an interest in the interaction of man and nature. John's book is a tribute to the Spotted Flycatcher and may well help to halt its decline. He is The Flycatcher Man.
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A selection of beautiful, highly-polished semi-precious stones in a variety of colours and sizes, in a white voile draw-string bag. These stones would make a lovely and unusual gift for that "difficult-to-buy-for" person. Each bag contains a minimum of 100g of assorted stones, including: tigers eye, amethyst, rose quartz, agate, hematite, jasper, and many others. 100g bag: ÂŁ6 including p&p Pleasecall: mention01684 The Worcestershire To order 833715Villager when responding to advertisers.
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August in the Garden August is usually the month when most people go on holiday. However, for those who are staying at home, this is a good time to do a bit of tidying up in the garden, and harvest your fruit and vegetables. Planting Now is the time to start planting bulbs for the winter and next spring. You can also sow late salad crops of spring onions, radishes, lettuce and wild rocket. Propagation Your early summer flowering plants will by now have some ripened seeds, so start collecting them. Clean off any extraneous plant material, then store them in a cool, dry place. This also a good time to layer shrubs such as magnolias, rhododendrons, clematis and pinks; take cutttings of alpines, perennials such as penstemons, and take semi ripe cuttings of shrubs and herbs. Pruning Remove old flowering shoots from your rambling roses after they have flowered; cut them close to the ground, then tie in any new branches to replace them. Artemesia, lavender and santolina will start looking untidy once their flowers begin to fade, so give them a thorough trim with a sharp pair of shears. Wisteria can still be given its summer prune; topiary and hedges should continue to be trimmed to keep their shape; and finally, don't forget to cut down spent raspberry canes. Lawns If you've had a lot of rain in your area, your lawn will probably need cutting, but don’t cut it too short, because doing so will encourage it to grow even faster. In hot dry weather, leave grass cuttings on the lawn as this will help retain moisture and prevent the grass from drying out too quickly. Use a high phosphate fertiliser 28
on your lawn to encourage root growth and strengthen the grass for the coming winter. Indoors Plants & Greenhouses If you plan to be away for any length of time this month, don't forget to prepare your indoor plants so they don't die in your absence. First water them thoroughly; then move them away from areas that get a lot of direct sun. Group your plants together on trays of wet gravel or capillary matting. Alternatively, put them in an empty bath which will keep them cool and help reduce moisture loss. Fruit & Vegetables Vegetables such as sweetcorn, marrows, pumpkins and squashes will now be ready for harvesting. Pinch out the tops of outdoor tomatoes when three trusses of fruit have developed and continue to remove side shoots, except on bush tomatoes. Make sure you support branches of plum trees, and any other heavily laden fruit trees, as the weight of the fruit may damage or even break brittle branches. Now is the time to start harvesting apples, pears and other similar types of fruit. Onions and garlic are now ready to be lifted and dried, and you should now harvest beans ready for freezing. Maintenance Container plants should be fed weekly with a weak solution of liquid fertiliser to keep them looking their best. Don't forget to keep up with the routine tasks such as dead-heading, weeding and watering; watering is best done early in the morning or in the evening. Divide up perennials at the end of August or beginning of September; cut back or prop up perennials that have collapsed, or spread across other plants; spray roses for Blackspot.
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Furniture Restoration & Repair Quality Restoration & Re-polishing of Antique & Modern Furniture
Leslie J Holmes The Old Stables Workshop, Cowsden, Upton Snodsbury, WR7 4NX
Tel: 01905 381892 The locally based company for all your HEATING & PLUMBING Domestic or Commerical a quality service is guaranteed Over 20 years experience in Oil, Gas & LPC
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DIY LIVERIES AT PENDOCK Half mile from B4208 [Gloucester to Worcester Road] and within approximately 12 miles of Gloucester ~ Worcester ~ Malvern ~ Ledbury ~ Tewkesbury
CHARGE : £25.00 per week
To include: Floodlit Menage Stabling Secure Yard Individual all year grazing Quiet local hacking Secure tack room with hot & cold water
Feed storage area Also available : Forage & Trailer Parking Please apply to Edward Philipson-Stow
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Heating & Plumbing Gas Safe Registered Engineer
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CLIVE CAMPION Painter & Decorator
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Back by popular demand our themed Stay and play sessions are now better than ever! Back by popular demand our Stay and Come along and join in thethemed fun every play sessionsWednesday are now better than ever! Come along and join in the fun every morning 10.30 - 12.00
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J R HOUSE SITTING Do you need a house sitter? Have peace of mind with your home and pets, if required, looked after whilst you are away for any length of time. Competitive Rates & References Available Please call Jane Robertshaw
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Nolan Decorations Ltd
Domestic & Commercial Decorating Services
• Interior & Exterior Decorating • Domestic & Commercial Environments • Spray applicated coatings • Wallpapering • Muraspec • Insurance Work • Sash Window Refurbishments • Plastering Services Unit 263, 79 Friar Street, Worcester, WR1 2NT Tel: 01905 25861 Mobile: 07793 141349 Email: phil@nolandecorations.co.uk www.nolandecorations.co.uk
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All aspects of landscaping Top quality Design and Construction from a very experienced and qualified Landscaper • All types of work undertaken • Fencing, Water Features, Paving, Full Designs Ring for more information T. 01789 778398 M. 07796 143316 Email. riverbank.cottage@virgin.net
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Trivia (answers on page 37)
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What kind of wood are cricket bats traditionally made from?
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Who was David and Bathsheba's son?
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What title, meaning "Universal Ruler" was given to the Mongol leader Temujin?
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What did Mother Hubbard look for in her cupboard?
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What is the main food source of the huge whale shark?
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Which is bigger - a chromosome or a gene?
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Which is the only US state with a name that ends in three vowels?
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What does a sanguisugent creature crave?
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What Egyptian landmark is 58 metres long and 20 metres high?
10. What is the main ingredient in the Italian dish risotto?
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Star Signs & Your Horoscope
August & September 2011 Aries (21st March - 20th April) You may feel a little restless and not in peace as you'd like with yourself, but despite this you have the energy to create a new spark for yourself. You are one who loves and fears, who has a strong desire to be involved with others and this month being around a celebratory environment is suggested here, making you feel you've marked a new chapter and closed an old door as you've found a way out of a restrictive state. In your love life negativity, some past hurts and pain still lingers however there's much excitement and positive healing surrounding your closest of relations, you've got something to be triumphant about this month.
Taurus (21st April - 20th May) You feel for a practical beginning to happen soon with it the fulfilment and the need for spiritual contentment. You should listen to that longing of yours even if you are surrounded by doubts, fears or deception. The pressures and tensions in your finances can seem overwhelming as a result you are holding on tightly to your assets and shift your focus onto savings and the dawning of your creative impulses at work instead. The challenges are the delay in news, cancellations of plans and mixed messages however your advice keyword this month is 'compromise'.
Gemini (21st May - 21st June) You may be very gifted but afraid to use your abilities this month and a little embittered because of past sorrowful experiences that can make you narrow minded and a little short tempered. Financially you make good judgements and progress well. Amongst the conflicts and frustrations, compromise is possible and you show your loving side and compassion strongly to your loved ones, you could be feeling like your wish was granted. This month you will find the best possible alternative to succeed your advice keyword is 'awareness'.
Cancer (22nd June - 23rd July)
achievements, on the outside and in your love life you look joyful maybe there's a special invitation on the horizon too. The factors that limit you this month is the block in communication, plans and speed of things, also entering the stillness time to time, deep in thoughts and issues, this is beneficial in a sense that you could pray more. In your closest of connections you will find a way out from some kind of restrictions.
Leo (23rd July - 22nd August) Mentally you may feel unable to break free, as a result you think about your emotions and feelings in order to get a clear perspective of what you desire and once you have a clear sense of purpose you can plan your line of action for future success. The past will be coming back in nostalgia for you and meeting people from the past you may stumble over the answers. You will need to get a hold of your finances by being more disciplined as you are one to be in control of it no one else. You approach your career and love life as a new phase in which you're keen to learn and show your creative impluses. Things will turn for the better and your keyword advice this month is 'marriage'
Virgo (23rd August - 22nd September) Money seems to be slipping through your fingers, it is suggested that you plan carefully before spending money. Your advice keyword this month is higher learning, don't ignore opportunities for advancement as at this point you may lack commitment to finish a project or give up too soon. On the outside it seems like things are on a standstill but now is the time for making long term plans.
Libra (23rd September - 23rd October) This month could be the time of emotional instability and anxiety for you but you will soon find that your burdens are not carried alone and with help offered chances to move on a straight forward path will present itself. A good financial news could also be on the cards for you, if not you may find that your routine and commitment to your finances presents a rewarding path ahead. There's a lot going on, news,
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communications and plans are happening faster than you expected. In your closest of relationships you feel things have reached its completion where there's a sense of security and contentment. You're a leader so you can make things happen.
Scorpio (24th October - 21st November) A situation that has been stagnant for too long will soon change and you may undergo some strong emotions too, this could be due to the culmination of judgements and change. Your challenge is to free yourself from restrictive state of mind when all this change is to happen around you. Listen to the guidance you are given with regards to your career as it could be towards a spiritual awakening. However this month not much awakening is what you need to focus on but instead try to get as much rest is suggested and you may not feel like getting much control over issues or to offer extra attention towards your closest of relations.
Sagittarius (22nd November - 21st December) So you're stuck in a tradition, you can't seem to change with times and you refuse to alter some beliefs or way of life, just be careful when change is needed for a better outcome don't try to resist it. You're romantic this month but sensitive enough that you can also be emotional. In your love life you are cautioned to not let materialism over power the emotional values of the relationship, let the relationship grow by being open to new ideas. If there's a problem this month that's causing you sleepless nights you will soon find peace and with your closest of connections you reflect on issues, from looking deep within you gain wisdom to approach life in ways that you see fit, you may even think of learning to extend your knowledge.
Capricorn (22nd December - 19th January) On an inner level the answer to your question lies in the past and this could give you the energy to consolidate your plans and take firm actions towards your future even if the current climate seems a foundation you're at is not as fixed. This month you
portray your commitment to your finances too, be helped by a person who has got security in money and status. You may even make plans on funding on a new project or ways of advancement through learning. In your love life you assert your authority as to make definitive changes and there's a sense of fairness, harmony and the correcting of wrongs with your close relations, your keyword advice this month is to 'play music'.
Aquarius (20th January - 18th February) Time to use logic and reason; especially when you are being presented with various situations and circumstances this month. You are achieving a sense of balance, harmony and crave equality. So much so as you could be dealing with insincere people, having to distinguish between what is reality and fantasy, and yes the past of unresolved issues are coming back to you, at times you may feel you have no choice but accept things as they are especially in your finances. In your love life you are strengthening your commitment and seek growth as you ask more than just material things. Overall you seek to be dependable, organised and put in serious efforts this month but remember to play just as much too.
Pisces (19th February - 20th March) There's an opportunity to release your fears or imprisonment of some sort for you to break free that you also come up with a new solution, idea and create some magic. You also have clarity of mind to solve much issue to do with financial and practical abilities, this is the month to sort any cracks out to the open to resolve as you begin to focus on material wealth or on savings. There is a sense of secretiveness or mystery that you need to be aware of that is happening around you, keep your eyes open, your ears and gut feelings on activated something beneficial will come out of it, it is suggested that you will go through a lot of reassessment this month. In your love life you may be embittered from past hurts and thus makes you a little short tempered, it is suggested that getting away will do you good as a happy travel is suggested.
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Just in case you wondered how the fight started . . . . !! One year, a husband decided to buy his mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift. The next year, he didn't buy her a gift. When she asked him why, he replied, "Well, you still haven't used the gift I bought you last year!" and that's how the fight started . . . . I asked my wife, "Where do you want to go for our anniversary?" It warmed my heart to see her face melt in sweet appreciation. "Somewhere I haven't been in a long time!" she said. So I suggested, "How about the kitchen?" and that's when the fight started . . . . My wife and I are watching Who Wants To Be A Millionaire while we were in bed. I turned to her and said, "Do you want to have sex?" "No," she answered. I then said, "Is that your final answer?" She didn't even look at me this time, simply saying "Yes." So I said, "Then I'd like to phone a friend." and that's when the fight started . . . . I took my wife to a restaurant. The waiter, for some reason, took my order first. "I'll have the strip steak, medium rare, please." He said, "Aren't you worried about the mad cow?" "Nah, she can order for herself." and that's when the fight started . . . . My wife sat down on the couch next to me as I was flipping the channels. She asked, "What's on TV?" I said, "Dust." and then the fight started . . . . My wife and I were sitting at a table at her high school reunion, and she kept staring at a drunken man swigging his drink as he sat alone at a nearby table. I asked her, "Do you know him?" "Yes," she sighed, "he's my old boyfriend. I understand he took to drinking right after we split up those many years ago, and I hear he hasn't been sober since." "My God!" I said, "Who would think a person could go on celebrating that long?" and then the fight started . . . . I rear-ended a car this morning. So, there we were alongside the road and slowly the other driver got out of his car. You know how sometimes you just get soooo stressed and little things just seem funny? Yeah, well I couldn't believe it . . . . he was a DWARF!!! He stormed over to my car, looked up at me, and shouted, "'I AM NOT HAPPY!" So, I looked down at him and said, "Well, then which one are you?" and then the fight started . . . . When our lawn mower broke and wouldn't run, my wife kept hinting to me that I should get it fixed. But, somehow I always had something else to take care of first: the truck, the car, playing golf . . . always something more important to me. Finally she thought of a clever way to make her point. When I arrived home one day, I found her seated in the tall grass, busily snipping away with a tiny pair of sewing scissors. I watched silently for a short time and then went into the house. I was gone only a minute, and when I came out again I handed her a toothbrush.
I said, "When you finish cutting the grass, you might as well sweep the driveway." Please TheIWorcestershire Villager 36 The doctors say I will walkmention again, but will always have a limp!when responding to advertisers.
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Worcestershire Villager Community Directory AGE CONCERN
malvern Malvern & District Grange Road, Malvern EVESHAM & PERSHORE Hereford & Worcester Bromwich Road, Worcester
POST OFFICES
01685 560666 01905 740950
chemists EVESHAM Lloyds Parmacy Morrison Pharmacy MALVERN Malvern Pharmacy Boots The Chemist Lloyds Pharmacy PERSHORE Boots The Chemist
01386 48899 01385 40610 01684 891082 01684 572905 01684 573811 01386 556860
citizens advice EVESHAM Wychavon Citizens Advice Bureau 13 Port Street 01386 712101 pershore Pershore Citizens Advice Bureau 34 High Street (no number) MALVERN Malvern Hills Citizens Advice Bureau Grange Road 01684 563611
railway stations
EVESHAM High Street, Evesham malvern Great Malvern Malvern Link pershore Station Road, Pinvin
0845 700 0125 0121 634 2040 0121 634 2040 0845 700 0125
VETS Evesham Bowler Lewis & Partners malvern Avenue Veterinary Centre pershore Martin & Carr
01386 442804 01684 572420 01386 553631
Bishampton Post Office Local & Store Church Lench Post Office Flyford Flavell Post Office & Store GREAT MALVERN Post Office Inkberrow Post Office Lower Moor Post Office & Store MALVERN LINK Post Office PENDOCK Post Office & Store pershore Post Office & Store PEOPLETON Post Office Village Store Upton Snodsbury Post Office & Store WELLAND Post Office & Store
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TOURIST INFORMATION EVESHAM Tourist Information Centre Abbey Gate MALVERN Tourist Information Centre Church Street PERSHORE Visitor Information Centre Pershore Town Hall
01386 442348 01684 892289 01386 556591
HOSPITALS Evesham Community Hospital Malvern Community Hospital Pershore Hospital
01386 502510 01684 612600 01386 502070
Answers to Trivia on page 33: (1)The Willow (2) SolomonVillager (3) Genghis Khan (4) A boneto (5) Plankton (6) A chromosome 37 Please mention Worcestershire when responding advertisers. (7) Hawaii The Sphinx(10) Rice TO ADVERTISE TELEPHONE 0845 (8) 224Blood 7061(9)EMAIL: INFO@GRAPEVINEPUBLICATIONS.CO.UK
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Bathrooms & Kitchens A Job 4 John Otter Kitchens & Bathrooms
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Bedroom Furniture A Job 4 John
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Blinds & Curtains Homechoice Blinds Sunflower Soft Furnishings
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Building & Construction S & H Building & Paving Simon Haines Construction
Carpenters & Joiners A Job 4 John Chairs 2 Stairs Catering Gourmand Catering
Electricians Lloyds Electrical Services Ltd
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Kitchens & Bathrooms A Job 4 John Otter Kitchens & Bathrooms
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Employment Distributors
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Exercise Classes South Worcestershire Pilates
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Finance Broadway Financial Planning Financial Advice
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Pest Control Capybara Pest Control
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"Comic Relief" "Just in case you wondered how the fight started . . .!!"
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Cycle Specialist About Bikes
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M O T Marshalls of Evesham Ltd
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Counselling Kate Hill
Housesitter J R House Sitting
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Chimney Services GWB Chimney Services Ltd
Dental Services Malvern Denture Centre
Logs & Firewood Smart Cut
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