The Bredon Directory Oct Nov 2013 by Lisa Lambon

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ISSUE 51 OCT / NOV 2013

DIRECTORY

WIN! A Family Panto Ticket At The Roses

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Editor Lisa Lambon lisa@lifeinthevillage.co.uk 01684 773135 www.lifeinthevillage.co.uk Jasmine House, Bredons Norton, Glos, GL20 7EZ Published five times a year, The Bredon Directory has a minimum print run of 3,000 copies which are delivered free to homes in Bredon, Overbury, Bredons Hardwick, Bredons Norton, Alderton, Aston-on -Carrant, Kinsham, Conderton, Westmancote, Kemerton, Beckford, Little Beckford, Pamington, Oxenton, Teddington, Alstone, Tredington, Great Washbourne and relevant retail outlets around Bredon Hill. It is part of a group of four local publications including The Folly View, Cotswold Edge and Avon & Severn Directories. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher. The Bredon Directory does not officially endorse any advertising material within this publication. The content of each advert is the sole responsibility of the individual advertiser. Artwork is accepted on the strict understanding that there are no copyright issues. No part of this publication may be produced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form - electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission of the publisher. We reserve the right to refuse advertising.

Hello... …and welcome to the autumn issue. Fresh into a new school year, there’s part of me that’s still getting used to the shape that my life will take over the next few months. After a long, warm summer October can bring a sense of being bound by things beyond our control; financial responsibilities, the demands of the term time calendar, all that darkness and the difficult weather. The solution? Grab every hour you can and make it feel like it belongs to you. Here are a few things I’m looking forward to this season:  making pies  lighting a daily fire  watching the leaves turn astounding shades of red and gold  bottling a batch of Sloe Gin  dividing up my plants to get new ones for free  strolling through an arboretum  visiting the Cheltenham Literature Festival  finding a coat that will (at last!) keep me warm on the touchline  catching up with friends at Half Term  staring at a night sky full of fireworks. Living here in the countryside, so close to Nature, it’s easy for all of us to extract the best from every season. Here’s wishing you an enjoyable autumn. Until next time,

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Contents Competitions & Vouchers 23 Competition with The Roses 48 Readers’ Photo Gallery 51 Competition with Samantha Morris 69 Your Money Saving Autumn Vouchers

Local Events 17 Bredon Hill Bikeaway with Wychavon 63 West Mercia Police: Happy Halloween

Local Life 11 Welcome 21 Pet Talk with Folly Gardens Vets 25 Civil Ceremonies at Spetchley Park Gardens 27 Hamper Heaven with Hillworth Farm Meats 29 Heat Your Home with Warmer Worcestershire 33 Three Years On with Timelock Photography 37 Legal Column with QS Thomson Bancks 38 Stay Safe with Johnston Scotia 41 50 Years of Compassion with E. Hill & Sons 47 Autumn Expansion for Eddie’s Autos 55 Drainage Matters with Bowers & Maber 58 Feed Your Pets with Vale Gardens 67 WWT Wildlife Page: Local Orchards 73 Index

What can you save this autumn? Vouchers p69 - 72

Front cover image: © Shutterstock/CGissemann. This page clockwise from the top; Bredon Hill Bikeaway, Wychavon Tourism; TimeLock Photography; Red Admiral, Frank Porch, WWT.

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Crispy Duck & Spring Onion Salad

Warm Smoked Trout Fillet

Festive Lunch Menu

Fresh Crusty Bread

Winterberry Vinaigrette

Hazelnut Salad, Horseradish & Lemon Mayonnaise

Warm Baked Camembert

Homemade Potato & Leek Soup Fresh Crusty Bread

Winterberry Vinaigrette

Hazelnut Salad, Horseradish & Lemon Mayonnaise

Warm Baked Camembert

Local Plum Chutney, Black Pepper Water Biscuits

Roast Breast of Local Turkey

Pan-Fried Salmon Fillet

Cod & Pancetta Fishcakes

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Traditional Trimmings

Sautéed Potatoes, Lemon & Lime Butter

Venison Sausages

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Smoked Salmon Mayonnaise, Chips & Salad

Slow Roasted Beef Brisket

Spring Onion Mashed Potatoes, Red Wine Gravy

Horseradish Jus-Lie, Chestnut Stuffing

Mushroom, Red Onion & Tomato Tart

Stilton, Redcurrant & Walnut Loaf

Stilton Cream, New Potatoes

Supplements

Fondant Potatoes, Candied Orange & Cranberry Glaze

Supplements

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Kangaroo Medallions Cooked “On a Stone”

Teriyaki Dip, Mixed Pepper Sautéed Potatoes, Dressed Salad

Pan-Fried Pheasant Breast

Teriyaki Dip, Mixed Pepper Sautéed Potatoes, Dressed Salad

Pan-Fried Pheasant Breast

Filled with a Duck & Orange Pâté, wrapped In Streaky Bacon, Citrus Glaze, New Potatoes

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Bikeaway 2013 Sunday 13th October 2013 Love cycling? Looking for a healthy challenge? Like to discover more of your local countryside?

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Angela Tidmarsh 01386 565373 angela.tidmarsh@wychavon.gov.uk

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Bredon Hill Bikeaway

t’s that time of year again, grab your bike, dust off your helmet, pump up your tyres and get ready for the Bredon Hill Bikeaway on Sunday 13th October. The Bikeaway is running for the 7th consecutive year raising money for the Pershore Division of St John Ambulance. The Bikeaway kicks off from Pershore College, the regional centre for the Royal Horticultural Society. This venue gives visitors the opportunity to explore the College grounds, visit the plant centre and also experience local produce in the cafeteria. Registration will start at 9am and close at 11am. From Pershore College, cyclists have a choice of taking one of three routes designed to accommodate all ages and capabilities. Whether you choose the Bronze (8 mile), Silver (19 mile) or Gold (49 mile) route you are guaranteed to look upon the Worcestershire countryside at spectacular view points. The routes are designed to provide delightful autumnal views and cyclists are sure to experience breath-taking sights of Bredon Hill and the local countryside while raising money for such a fantastic

cause. Cyclists will be provided with refreshments along their travels of the open countryside and a support vehicle will be on hand if required. The Bikeaway is one of the major annual fundraising events for the Pershore Division of St John Ambulance. All monies raised goes towards administering first aid and the provision of training programmes. St John Ambulance is funded only by duty fees and fundraising - each member is a volunteer taking time out of their own life in order to help save the lives of others. Angela Tidmarsh, Secretary of St John Ambulance said “We are looking forward to another successful Bikeaway and greatly appreciate the efforts and donations put into this event. We hope everyone joins in and has a fantastic day!” The cost to enter the Bikeaway is £8 for Adults, £5 for Children, or you can buy a Family ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children) for just £20. If you are interested in attending this years’ event please register today. Each cyclist will be provided with a sponsor form, a great way to raise extra money through family and friends.

For an application form please contact Angela Tidmarsh on 01386 565373 or email angela.tidmarsh@wychavon.gov.uk

PLUS DATES FOR YOUR FESTIVE DIARY... Saturday 23rd November – Pershore Christmas Lights Switch-On Broad Street, Pershore. Contact Steve Knight on (01386)565519 steve.knight@wychavon.gov.uk

Saturday 23rd November Evesham Christmas Lights Switch-On including craft fayre, Christmas carols, live music, entertainment, Father Christmas and his Reindeer. Contact Shawn Riley (01386) 565518 shawn.riley@wychavon.gov.uk

Saturday 30th November – Droitwich Christmas Lights Switch-On 10am – 5pm, Droitwich Spa. Contact Mark Keld (01905) 774258 Mark.keld@droitwichspa.gov.uk

2nd December to 15th December - Evesham Traditional Christmas Market Join us for Evesham’s traditional Christmas market; Christmassy themed wooden cabins with handmade gifts, decorations and seasonal food. Contact Shawn Riley (01386) 565518 shawn.riley@wychavon.gov.uk

Friday 13th December Pershore Late Night Shopping An array of Pershore’s independent shops will be open until 8.30pm with music and entertainment filling the town with festive cheer. Free parking from 3pm. Contact Steve Knight (01386) 565519 steve.knight@wychavon.gov.uk

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Friday 8th November 2013 Bredon Village Hall 7pm -midnight Dress Code: Glamour Tickets £15 An entertaining evening designed to cater for all things that Ladies love Complimentary glass of bubbly Christmas Market Stalls offering lots of lovely things to buy (7-9pm) Hot supper served by our very own Bredon Rugby “Calendar Boys” (9pm) PLUS Fabulous Raffle prizes Auction of Promises Raising money for Bredon Rugby New Clubhouse Contact Sarah Petts 07778 206141 for tickets

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© Many people assume that making energy saving improvements on older, listed or historic properties with solid walls is tricky but most homes offer a number of options. All you need to do is find out what‘s involved, how much it will save, prioritise them and get some quotes from approved local contractors. Gareth Williams, Project Officer at Act on Energy on behalf of Warmer Worcestershire explains.

here are many ways you can improve the efficiency of older properties and with grants now available for external wall insulation on solid wall properties there has never been a better time to consider how these improvements can be made. Traditionally, older solid wall properties, be they Victorian or timber framed cottages, are considered hard and expensive to treat when it comes to insulation. However, with the new grants available and a much greater understanding of how to improve these types of properties the options are now much wider.

External wall insulation is not suited to every solid wall home but there are other solutions as the recent case study opposite shows. Key Issues For Historic Homes The term ‘historic’ includes any buildings built using traditional construction methods that don't lend themselves to some of the measures available for modern homes. They may be Grade 1 or 2 listed and/or situated in a Conservation Area. This may mean the buildings appearance can’t be changed or that some measures could actually damage the building

fabric. However, for any property to be truly sustainable the space within it needs to be suitable for its use, affordable, and provide the facilities desired by the occupants. If not, then it may have no use, fall into disrepair and be lost for ever. It is therefore essential that older and historic buildings are brought up to an acceptable condition and that includes making the energy bills affordable to the owner. Some of the perceived problems hinge around aesthetics. That is a matter for the owner, or in some cases the community, but the main issue is

29 to ensure that the fabric is protected to maintain the building for as long as possible. Not all buildings last forever but while they have a useful contribution to make, they should be maintained. Traditional construction methods tend to provide greater tolerance to moisture by absorbing and releasing it to maintain a reasonably constant humidity. Some energy saving techniques may hinder this process and so the risk of an accumulation of moisture within the structure should be assessed. This does not necessarily rule them out but be aware that some additional provision may be needed.

The property is an early Victorian cottage dating from the 1800’s with solid brick walls and a pitched roof with three rooms in the roof. One of the ground floor rooms which previously suffered from cold and damp has been internally insulated with a 10mm thick flexible liner. The owner says the room is now much more comfortable. The heating system includes a high efficiency gas boiler which has been supplemented by an Evacuated Tube Solar Hot Water Panel on the south facing roof to provide around 75% of the hot water needs. The heating system also has programmable thermostatic radiator valves. The house has a 1.9kWp (Killowatt Peak) photo voltaic Case Study: Details of Energy system mounted on another part Improvements on a Rural of the south facing roof. There is Historic Home 250mm of loft insulation, House Age: Pre 1900 replacement double glazing and Bedrooms: 3 all of the lights are low energy. Energy Saving Improvement 1 The Energy Performance Certificate shows the house as Type: Internal wall insulation Description: Sempatap flexible Band D with SAP68 and producing 3.3tCO2 annually. lining. Information taken from the Cost: xx rolls at £200 per roll Energy Savings Trust website Energy Saving Improvement 2 estimates that installing or deepening your loft insulation Type: Heating/Hot Water Description: Vaillant Evacuated could save you around £180 per year. This estimate is based on Tube Solar Water Heating insulating a gas-heated, semiSystem with cylinder and detached home with three controls installed by Solutions bedrooms with 270mm of Renewable Energy Ltd mineral wool insulation. Cost: £3,200

Loft Insulation

Ensure You Have A Warm Winter

The Warmer Worcestershire helpline and website has been set up through the Worcestershire Partnership to offer local residents free and impartial advice on how to heat their homes affordably and reduce their bills. The energy advice helpline is run by Act on Energy and is open Monday to Friday from 9am - 5pm. Grants & Subsidies External wall insulation grants/ subsidies are available through the Energy Company obligation ECO for owner occupiers and private rented households regardless of circumstances. Grant levels vary depending on the type of fuel used by the household but in certain cases, such as homes with solid fuel or electric heating, grant funding up to 100% may be available.* Green Deal You can make energy-saving improvements to your home or business without having to pay all the costs up front through the Green Deal. These include:  insulation – e.g. loft or cavity wall  heating  draught-proofing & double glazing  renewable energy technologies e.g. solar panels or wind turbines You may also be able to claim money back from the government for your Green Deal home improvements through the Cash back scheme **

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Internal Wall Insulation *subject to survey ** subject to availability

REFLEXOLOGY

AROMATHERAPY (massage using essential oils) Caroline Buckland MFHT Est. 2006

For appointments please contact: 01684 773205 / 07999 837074 Caroline is based at:

The Acupuncture Clinic Park Farm Cottage Kemerton Gl20 7HY

STEPHEN PHILLIPS

GARDEN MAINTENANCE SERVICE

PAINTING & DECORATING Interior & Exterior Paintwork General Household Maintenance incl. Carpentry & Tiling • fully insured • over 30 years experience • friendly & reliable tradesman

Tel: 01386 725357 Mob: 07788 505020

Mike Dudfield & Son

01386 831597 07904 516951

Please mention The Bredon Directory when responding to adverts

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Proud to be a member of The Painting & Decorating Association

WE MAKE AN OFFER, NOT A VALUATION SELL YOUR VEHICLE TODAY!  No appointment necessary  Just pop into our office, telephone us or fill in our selling form online

 If you like we can come to you

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm Sat 10am - 2pm (Sunday by appointment)

“We will buy your car or van for cash, quick and simple. No online valuations which are not honoured or deflated. Just a fair price .”

Coombe Hill Service Station Tewkesbury Road, Coombe Hill GL19 4BD

01242 680063 www.cartradedirect.co.uk To advertise please call Lisa on 01684 773135 or visit www.lifeinthevillage.co.uk

OFFER! GREAT GIFT

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Studio Session £15 incl. one hour shoot & six complimentary prints of one image 3 x 7” x 5” 3 x 6” x 4” Book by 30/11/13

The Refined Art Of Photography

Call today…

01386 861383 07748 180563

The Common Barns Hill Furze, Pershore WR10 2NU (off the A44)

he secret of a good portrait revealing something of the essence of a person - will never alter but the art of photography, especially the technical aspects of it, constantly moves forward. One of our central aims is to keep pace with change in our industry whilst maintaining a fun, relaxing and professional service. How a picture is displayed hugely affects the impact it has so we constantly review the packages we offer to ensure that we have selected the most innovative and attractive products on the market. Quality is our trademark - longstanding relationships with our printers both guarantees the clarity of our images and ensures that all of our products will last you a lifetime. This autumn we are offering a fantastic new range of goods including phone cases, aluminium

pictures, amazing new canvases; photo cubes in various sizes (a space saving way to display five images in one); wedding signing frames, luxury coffee table albums and

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Time Lock Photography has recently celebrated three years trading. Located in a stunning converted barn just outside Pershore, Andrew Jackson offers a studio experience for all ages. Here, he explains what's new for autumn.

Stunning…S.J

adorable pink and blue birth records. Our portfolio includes hundreds of individual, family and pet portraits, fifty plus weddings, baby bumps, visits to schools, playgroups, sports and charity events, plus a range commercial photography. Our goal is for our subjects to be at ease and the feedback we most often receive is, ‘thanks for the laughter.’ It makes way for great photographs. A portrait makes a lasting gift so why not take up our third birthday offer and bring your family along?

Visit www.timelockphotography.co.uk

Chris Radbourne Professional Tree & Garden Services ♦ All Aspects of Tree Work ♦ Garden Clearance ♦ Stump Removal

♦ Hedge Trimming ♦ Fencing and Turfing ♦ Seasoned Hardwood Logs

Domestic & Commercial Work Undertaken Free Advice & Quotations Fully Qualified & Insured

Tel: 01684 299378 Mob: 07962 436211

MEADOWS FARM SHOP Find us at Home Farm, Bredons Norton, Tewkesbury GL20 7HA

Don’t forget to order your Turkey!

High Quality Home Produced Beef, Pork & Lamb Our meat is reared on the slopes of Bredon Hill using traditional methods Local Poultry - Our Own Free Range Eggs - Local Veg & Produce Delicious Bread & Cakes - Local Honey, Jams & Pickles - Gifts & More Open Thursday & Friday 10am to 5pm & Saturday 10am to 4pm Also at Cheltenham Farmers Market 2nd & last Friday of each month

To Pre-Order please call Anne or Mick on 01684 772322

LOCAL FAMILY BUILDERS Our company consists of two generations of the same family with over 40 years of building experience. We employ a team of experienced professionals to create high quality extensions and conversions, period property renovations and new builds. Combining time earned skills with up-to-date building methods, we have an extensive portfolio, including works on Grade 1 Listed properties. We will achieve your vision in a seamless manner.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL Specialising in period properties and Cotswold stone buildings, we have completed around 30 projects in the last five years. As craftsmen and members of the Federation of Master Builders, we enjoy giving attention to detail to personalise and add value to your home. Study the photos here and visit our website to appreciate the care we take over design, materials and construction to always .

FREE BROCHURE! Call today to find out more, request references, testimonials or receive a complimentary brochure.

Busy with work or living away? Using our network of local contacts, we will manage your project throughout, setting realistic expectations and providing accurate schedules and cash flow forecasts to ensure your project runs smoothly. We offer free initial advice, feasibility studies and detailed quotes. We do not hard sell and never compromise our standards. Get in touch today to see how we can help you.

Need Inspiration?

visit www.alderwoodconstruction.co.uk

email: info@alderwoodconstruction.co.uk

Call: 01242 621 190 Unit 5 Gamma, Orchard Industrial Estate, Toddington, GL54 5EB

Pro Electrical ELECTRICAL SE RVICES

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Call Dave for a FREE quote 01684 772261 / 07957 585790

Transform Your Kitchen

dave@proelectricalservice.co.uk OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

“Keith, Andy & Garry provided a friendly & professional service that was outstanding… we have no hesitation in recommending Village Green Kitchens” ...NICK & BECCI

 Competitive Quotes  Skilled, Reliable Craftsmen  Fully Guaranteed  Assured Start Date  Also Bathrooms

AUTUMN OFFERS Call today for more details

For a FREE quote please call:

Andy: 07776 280997 Keith: 07977 923991 vgkc@btconnect.com

www.vgkc.co.uk

Office: 01386 852152

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A Simple Fall: Personal Injury Have you suffered an accident, personal injury, or instance of negligence? Personal Injury Partner and Accredited Specialist Julie Roberts offers her advice.

FREE! 30 Minute Interview with Julie Roberts 01684 851609 or 07557 392626

as something like this these issues. If you have had a concentrate on happened to you? Our similar or any other injury, even recovering whilst we focus on client, Mrs C, a retired if you are uncertain as to bringing your claim to a receptionist, was shopping with whether the entire fault for your successful conclusion. You need her daughter on the day of the accident rests with someone to have the confidence of accident. Mrs C had just come else, then please contact myself knowing that you are dealing out of a well known department or my colleague Stephen Cook. with a real law firm with real store in Cheltenham and fell on We offer a free 30 minute lawyers. Thomson & Bancks is the outside marble decoration as appointment at our offices in part of the QualitySolicitors a result of a sticky substance, Pershore, Tewkesbury or national brand, meaning you which had been walked in from Cheltenham, at your home or receive a high standard service the main pedestrian footpath. even in hospital if you prefer. in your local area from a firm The fall caused Mrs C to break If you wish to proceed with which has a support network her ankle in two places which your claim the firm will offer a spanning the country. required surgery. The surgery ‘no-win no-fee’ agreement. You Call today on 01684 851609 involved a plate and screws will have direct access to us at or 07557 392626 for instant free being inserted. all times allowing you to advice and help, locally. We were able to settle the claim and Accredited specialist advice for all types of injury claims successfully recovered  Animal Claims £7,000 for Mrs C.  Clinical Negligence  Noise Induced Hearing Loss  Accidents at Work Further, all costs were  Brain Injury  Trips and Slips recovered from the  Injuries Caused by Faulty Products  Road Traffic Accidents other side, meaning that our client received Call Julie Roberts today on 01684 851609 100% of the agreed 24 Hr Hotline 07557 392626 julieroberts@qualitysolicitors.com compensation. www.qualitysolicitors.com/tblaw A so called “minor injury” like this may Local offices in mean you suffer a Pershore, Tewkesbury & reduced income and Cheltenham increased outgoings we can help you with

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Stay Safe with

JOHNSTON SCOTIA Scott Johnston - MD

A simple Carbon Monoxide Detector could save your life. Have you got one and have you checked it recently?

Autumn means the big ‘switch on’ of all our heating appliances. But can you be certain that yours are safe? Here, M.D. Scott Johnston explains how installing a Carbon Monoxide detector can give you peace of mind. HOW CAN I ENSURE MY HOME IS GAS SAFE THIS AUTUMN? Boilers, gas fires, ovens, flues and stoves which have been badly installed, incorrectly repaired or neglected can produce Carbon Monoxide, a highly poisonous gas which can cause sudden death as well as serious and long term health problems. Since you can’t see it, taste it or smell it, Carbon Monoxide often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. The simple solution is to get your home gas safety checked every year by a Gas Safe registered engineer. It’s also a good idea to install a Carbon Monoxide detector, similar to a

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smoke alarm. Ideally, this simple so your detector should have an piece of equipment should be a audible alarm, conform to BS feature of every home. EN 50291, have a British or European Kitemark, and a LPCB HOW WOULD I KNOW IF HAD A or equivalent testing mark. Be LEAKY APPLIANCE? sure to have it fitted by a fully Look out for the following signs: qualified, Gas Safe registered lazy yellow or orange flames on engineer; all of our team are your cooker, dark staining suitably qualified to help. around your appliances, a boiler pilot light that frequently blows SO HOW DO I TAKE OUT A out and/or increased HOMECARE PLAN? condensation inside windows. It’s easy; it takes just five WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF minutes to complete our form. Plus, if you join before the end THIS TYPE OF POISONING ? of November you will receive a There are six main symptoms to FREE £10 Costa Coffee Gift be aware of: headaches, nausea Card* so that you can enjoy a dizziness, breathlessness, little luxury with our collapse and loss of compliments. There is no catch; consciousness. Since these are this offer is simply our incentive similar to flu and food poisoning, to you to do the paperwork. note if symptoms occur when We’re so grateful for the huge you are only at home, and if amount of local support we’ve others in your home (pets too) had already. To join us simply are suffering at the same time. request an application pack WHAT KIND OF DETECTOR DO today. You can pop into our friendly Bredon office, call YOU RECOMMEND? Carbon monoxide is particularly 01684 773747 or visit us online: dangerous when you are sleeping www.johnstonscotia.com

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FREE Boiler Service Every Year Fast, Reliable, Expert Local Service No Excess or Hidden Extras

Nigel Copp C AB I N E T MAK E R Est.1983

Quality hand-crafted furniture made to order Period & modern designs Custom-built joinery & woodwork ~~~ Restoration & Repairs French Polishing ~~~ Wide selection of finest timbers & veneers Personal Service Visit the workshop at Red Lane, Tewkesbury

Tel: 01684 293935

Want to REFRESH YOUR GARDEN this autumn..? â&#x20AC;Śyou'll find a wide range of high quality plants, gifts & more at our friendly, family-run nursery open Tuesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm Find us on the Tewkesbury Road, Eckington, Pershore, WR10 3DE GRAND AUTUMN SALE! 15% OFF ALL PLANTS (to 31/10/13)

Call on 01386 751802 www.bluegeckoplants.com

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“

...a very big thank you for all you did for my father… he looked so peaceful...we all felt great understanding and compassion from you all...

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K & P B.

E Hill & Son OVER 50 YEARS of Compassion

FUNERAL DIRECTORS An Independent Family Run Business Serving the Community Since 1960

Bereavement can be one of the most traumatic times in a person’s life. E Hill & Son Funeral Directors have been helping local families through this emotional time for over fifty years. We talked to proprietor, Richard Hill, about their work. traditional service is appropriate but there are so many ways to make a funeral special. For those who want something different, like a motor cycle hearse or the release of free spirit doves, we are here to make it happen. You may prefer to make the funeral arrangements from your home and we offer this at a time How does your service differ? convenient to you, nights and We recognise that the more we weekends included. People tell love someone the deeper the hurt us that this matters; you can read when we lose them. We can’t what they say by visiting take away the pain but by www.ehillandson.co.uk then offering a highly professional, selecting the ‘testimonials’ tab. experienced and personal service we hope to make saying goodbye Is it possible to plan ahead? Many people gain peace of mind more bearable. We are on hand through a Perfect Choice Funeral throughout the entire process. Plan which enables you to state We operate from immaculate, well equipped, homely premises your wishes in advance. It can be beneficial to those left behind, in Pershore and our team is on releasing them from the call 24 hours to convey your dilemmas of decision making loved one into our care. and easing their financial burden. What help do you offer with Be careful though, not all plans organising the funeral? allow you to choose your We will ensure it runs smoothly preferred Funeral Director. and feels personal. Sometimes a Please contact us for advice. What offers families comfort at such a difficult time? Families often feel that they have properly honoured a loved one when they have been able to reflect their wishes, right down to the smallest detail. To achieve this, we don’t just serve families, we look after them.

Why Choose E Hill & Son As Your Funeral Director In A Time Of Need?  An experienced, independent business owned & run by the Hill family  An enviable reputation built on quality service to our community since 1960  Our family funeral home is just that and has excellent, immaculate facilities  Personal and professional attention by holders of Diploma in Funeral Directing  Members of the National Association of Funeral Directors abiding at all times by their recognised code of practice  Assistance available with pre-need arrangements or pre-payment plans  Local people serving local people Tried and Trusted by families for over 50 years

01386 552141 Fairfield House, Defford Road, Pershore WR10 1HZ

www.ehillandson.co.uk

4, 6 & 8 seaters on fleet Executive Car Now Available Available anytime for:

Airport, Rail & Coach Transfers • Birmingham • Heathrow • East Midlands • Southampton Docks

• Bristol • Gatwick • Cardiff • Luton

Please ring for a competitive quote Local work morning, day & evening : Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester, etc Tewkesbury based Credit card machine available : payment in advance, groups, corporate bookings

Tel: 01684 59 29 29 hills_cars@yahoo.co.uk

FREE DESIGN & GIFT on initiation & completion of construction phase. T’s & C’s apply. Ends 30/11/13

Please mention The Bredon Directory when responding to adverts

‘Capturing’ Your Child

OFFER! Studio Shoot & 24” x 16” Acrylic Image only £99 Studio session must occur by 30/11/13

Baby & Child Photography    

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Children aged 2-10 Gift Vouchers Easy, Free Parking Cupcakes included!

“Thank you so much for such a fun and relaxed shoot. The boys loved it! We adore the shots, too! “ LOU Find us at: 1-4 Stockton Courtyard Overbury, Nr Tewkesbury, GL20 7NT Call Sue Cook today:

01386 800141 07979 050472 sue@captureitphotography.co.uk

www.captureitphotography.co.uk To advertise please call Lisa on 01684 773135 or visit www.lifeinthevillage.co.uk

YOUR LOCAL TEWKESBURY VETS

Give Your Carpet

A FACELIFT

Passionate About Your Pet’s Health

A Friendly & Personal Service Awaits You & Your Pet  Puppy & Kitten Vaccination Courses include one FREE Flea Treatment, a FREE Food Pack plus 3 FREE Monthly Health Checks from 3-6 months old  Identichip Offer at Neutering  Free Dental Check Ups  Booster Vaccinations, Pet Passports and Travel Advice  FREE Dietary Advice & Weight Reduction Clinics £1.00 car park refund with every vet consultation Terms & Conditions Apply

25% off First Clean until 30/11/13

We Get Right Down To The Grime So You Don’t Have To Quality Service - 20 years experience offering domestic and commercial carpet cleaning to the highest standard. Pre-spot stain treatment, Hot Water Extraction, Residue Free Rinse, Carpet Grooming & Rapid Dry system means a superior clean

Eco Friendly - We use only the newest hot water extraction units with eco-friendly and bio- degradable chemicals

Safety First - Fully Insured Call Bredon based Julian Woods today for a free no obligation quote

31 Church Street, Tewkesbury, Glos, GL20 5PD Surgery times by appt only 24 hr Emergency Cover

01684 290500 crescentvets@yahoo.co.uk

Imperial Carpet Care

01684 773900 07530 090898 www.carpetcleanertewkesbury.co.uk

Please mention The Bredon Directory when responding to adverts

To advertise please call Lisa on 01684 773135 or visit www.lifeinthevillage.co.uk

UPTON GLASS & GLAZING Ltd Est:2002

YOUR LOCAL COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC GLAZING SERVICE Misted Windows?

20% OFF A REPLACEMENT DOUBLE GLAZING UNIT SUPPLIED & FITTED - present voucher at survey

ends 30/11/13

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24 Hr Emergency Boarding/ Re-glazing Same Day Shop Front Replacements Local Authority/Police/ FENSA/ Insurance Approved All Types of Glass in Stock & Cut to Size Windows, Doors, Garage Doors & Fascias/Soffits Curtains Walling Systems/ Glass Balustrades Shower Screens/ Mirrors & Shelves We fit Planitherm Glass as Standard

01684 591138 07974 783472 (24 hrs) info@uptonglassandglazing.co.uk www.uptonglassandglazing.co.uk

Unit A & B Grove House Yard, Tewkesbury Rd, Upton on Severn WR8 OPW

Trade and DIY Welcome

BUILD IT FOR LESS AT BPS

NEW! Full range of electrical items at competitive prices plus next day delivery

Call in store for  Our RAM Kitchen Showroom  NEW! Electrical Goods  Excellent prices on all your Building & DIY requirements

 Friendly & helpful staff  Open 7.30-5pm weekdays,

20% DISCOUNT OFF RAM KITCHEN LIST PRICES for Autumn / Winter 2013 Ends 28/02/14

8-12 noon Saturdays

All your building trade & DIY needs! Sigma Close, Shannon Way, Tewkesbury, GL20 8ND www.bpslifestyles.co.uk

01684 275545

Proud Sponsors of Tewkesbury Rugby Club & Twyning Cricket Club

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Autumn Expansion For Eddies Autos An ongoing schedule of expansion and investment continues at Beckford based garage, Eddie's Autos. After 20 years in the trade, Ed Robinson aims to offer a friendly service at great rates. Here, he explains more.

o doubt you’ll have spotted the Eddies’s pick-up and smart car around the area? This autumn, look out for the Eddie’s courtesy car too, now available to make it easier to maintain your vehicle. Expanding my services further, I’ve recently invested in new equipment which means I can diagnose and fix any problems with the air conditioning unit on all makes and models. Since setting up in 2011, I’ve been offered so much support from local residents. Sponsoring , Ashton Under Hill Football Club is one small way in which I am able to give something back so look out for the Eddie’s name on the football pitches of Bredon Hill this season too. After 20 years in the motoring industry, I structure my business with fair, honest service as the cornerstone. I will never work on your car until you have a quote and will only ever suggest fixing something if it really needs to be done Why not call or drop by and give me a try?

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NEW! Complementary Courtesy Car NEW! Air Con. Service £65 & ReGas £49+VAT Full Service & MOT £159 incl. parts & VAT MOT only £45 Engine Service from £69+VAT OFFER! Full Service £120+VAT Half Price Air Repairs, Diagnostics & Oil Conditioning Service Changes for All Makes £32.50 when you book  Vehicle Storage Facilities  Courtesy Pick Up & Collect a full service £120+VAT (save £32.50+VAT) within a 5m radius excl. Call today! breakdown & recovery

Call Eddie on

O1386 882011 Open Mon - Fri 8.30 to 5.30 Sat by appointment

Station Yard Station Rd Beckford GL20 7AN Just off the A46 opposite The Beckford Inn

e-mail: help@eddies-autos.co.uk

www.eddies-autos.co.uk Proud Sponsor of Ashton Under Hill Football Club

READERS’ Photo

Gallery

Andrew says... ‘Bee’ (opposite) “Lovely solid bold colour vibrant. Good exposure - the bee adds more interest and life to the picture. The detail on the flower and the bee draw your eye into the heart of the photograph.” ‘Bathing’ (below) “Captures the birds "having a great time." One almost looking like it’s laughing!! The water droplets moving give the photo motion and life. The dark birds on the green background look very natural - good exposure and good light reflection off the water.”

‘Bee’

LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY? Please share your local shots. Email them entitled ‘Local Photos’ to lisa@lifeinthevillage.co.uk (max 10MB per email) with your name, address & telephone number. In association with Andrew Jackson of TimeLock Photography, www. timelockphotography.co.uk, we’ll select our favourites and publish them in a future issue. NB: Images are accepted on the strict understanding that there are no copyright issues & any necessary permissions have been sought. These photos were kindly supplied by Frances Yarrow.

‘Bathing’ ‘Lavender Blue’

WIN A BUNDLE OF FOUR LIMITED EDITION CHRISTMAS CARDS! SAMANTHA MORRIS COW ART Licensed to a card company that supplies to Boots, Harrods & the Royal Palaces. Will you be one of 10 lucky winners? It’s simple; to enter either email: samdmo@aol.com or send a postcard (address below) by Friday 15th November 2013 Prizes: 10 winners each win one bundle of four different Sam Morris Cow Art Christmas Cards

Annual ‘Cow Club’ Bundle Great Gift!

PLUS! COW CLUB OFFER

HOW TO ENTER

Join Cow Club by 30/11/13 and receive a Free Pack of Notelets (4 different designs) plus 10% off all Cow Art. Enjoy the convenience of a best selling greeting card bundle (4 different designs) arriving in the post 4 times a year for just £20 (16 blank cards in total (retail value £40).

To enter either send an email entitled Christmas Card Competition to samdmo@aol.com or send a postcard to 6 Bavon Cottages, Hillend Road, Twyning, Glos GL20 6DW by Friday 15th November. Please include your name, address and a telephone number. All 10 winners will be notified by 22nd November.

LIKE TO SEE MORE OF SAM’S WORK?

A Sample Christmas Card

Terms & Conditions:

Call 07753 207707 to arrange to visit her Twyning based studio or view her work at The Village Inn, Twyning. You can also Like her on facebook, www.facebook/Sam Morris Cow Art and follow her on twitter @sammorriscowart

One entry per household. The name of the winners can be obtained from Samantha Morris, 6 Bavon Cottages, Hillend Road, Twyning, Glos GL20 6DW. The winners will be informed by Friday 22nd November 2013. Cards will be sent by second class post. Prize not redeemable for cash. Judges decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into. By entering this competition you agree to be contacted by Samantha Morris Cow artist. Your information will not be shared with any third party.

DO YOU FARM COWS?

Email: samdmo@aol.com Send a postcard to: Samantha Morris 6 Bavon Cottages, Hillend Road, Twyning, Glos GL20 6DW

Sam would be happy to hear from any local farmers who would invite her to take reference photos as inspiration for future paintings. Please call 07753 207707.

ORIGINAL ART : LIMITED EDITIONS : COMMISSIONS : CARDS Like me on

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Handy Finchy A Reliable & Top Quality Service For Your Home

 Household Repairs  Painting & Decorating  Gutter Clearance  Plastering, Rendering & Coving  Shelving & Furniture Assembly NO JOB TOO SMALL! Contact Kim Finch for a free no obligation quote:

01386 881838 07716 355706

25% Off

Gutter Clearance for 2+ Houses Involve Your Neighbours! Ends 30/11/13

handyfinchy@rocketmail.com www.handyfinchy.co.uk 39 Main Street, Dumbleton, Evesham, Worcs, WR11 7TH Fully Insured, CRB Checked, Competitive Prices. All Work Guaranteed.

New Showroom for Carpets Direct! We also come DIRECT to you  Registered approved fitters  Businesses  Hotels & Guest Houses

 Private houses  Offices  Reliable staff

We have stock rolls direct from manufacturers and we pass the price advantage on to you. Serving Tewkesbury and the surrounding villages for 25 years + Come & see our great value carpets, vinyl & laminate flooring on display Pop down to our Sale Day every Friday 10am to 5pm Complete personal service including FREE planning, measuring & quotes

Genuine

HALF PRICE ‘Cloud 9’ UNDERLAY Quote this Directory ends 30/11/13

Call Richard on

01684 298542 07785 562170 www.carpetsdirect.me.uk info@carpetsdirect.me.uk

By arrangement, we can move furniture, lift up and dispose of your old flooring, hoover and clear away your old rubbish. Unit 1 Newton Farm, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury GL20 7BE

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You’ll be amazed at how much you can save...

54 Our Facilities include:

New Look Gym & Tonic

 NEW! Beauty Therapist  NEW! Boxing Class & Boxing Personal Training

 Weights Studio  BioSauna with Steam  Technogym Cardio Equipment

FREE! 7 day Trial plus First Month’s Membership Free when you join for 12 mths £29 pcm Ends 30/11/13 Ideal Gift!

Call Chris today for details:

01684 772920

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including a HandBike Lakeside Running Route Twice Weekly Circuit Class Bums, Legs & Tums Class Handles & Bar Group Bike Ride Two Personal Trainers on Site Sports Therapist Training & Nutritional Advice Gift Vouchers Available Excellent Disabled Access Free Parking

Open: Mon: 8am-7:30pm Tue-Thurs: 7am-9pm, Fri: 8am-8pm Sat: 10am-1pm, Sun: 8am-1pm

email: chris@gymandtonic.co.uk

www.gymandtonic.co.uk

Croft Farm Water Park, Bredons Hardwick, Tewkesbury, GL20 7EE

SPORTS THERAPIST Sports Therapy is a branch of healthcare which specialises in helping to prevent injuries and rehabilitating individuals of all ages back to their pre-injury functional, occupational and sport specific fitness.

Gym and Tonic Health & Fitness Club Croft Farm Leisure and Water Park Bredons Hardwick Tewkesbury GL20 7EE

01684 772920 07841 631288 becky@glos-sportstherapy.co.uk www.glos-sportstherapy.co.uk

 Suffering from an injury?  Can’t shift those general aches and pains?

 We can help, call today.

Rebecca Stone BSc (Hons) MSST, MHFST

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How to solve...

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR DRAINAGE Twyning based team Ben Bowers & Brad Maber provide a range of drainage services to commercial and domestic properties as well as maintain and install septic tanks and other sewage systems. We talked to them.

DID YOU KNOW? We offer a

WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON ISSUE LOCALLY? We often get called out by homeowners who think they have blocked drains but actually have a problem with their soakaway. They usually tell us that their septic tank has only recently been emptied but is already full again. Over time, soakaways become ineffective and it is not possible to unblock them. The result is inadequate drainage and an unpleasant smell. It is no longer best practice to simply dig a pit and fill it with stones, as per old style soakaways, yet many village properties still rely on this type of drainage. If your tanks constantly refills your drainage may need attention.

WHAT IS THE BEST MODERN SOLUTION? Although septic tanks still have a place, many property owners now install sewage treatment plants which cleanse waste using aeration, agitation or natural fertisilisers. This means than rather than having to dig deep soakaways and have your

FREE SITE VISIT & ADVICE on all drainage issues. Call today!

SPECIALISTS IN tank emptied, waste can be discharged into shallow drainage fields on your property or into a clean water course. Systems are available to suit domestic homes or commercial premises servicing up to 300.

DRAINAGE

OTHER ISSUES? Blocked drains are routinely linked to tree roots, scale and other defects. Using high pressure water and specialist jets we will flush out all types of blockages. We can access smaller pipes from basins, baths, sinks and showers. We also use CCTV to identify any drain defects and target repairs. We offer a free site visit and initial assessment so if you have drainage issues, we can advise on the most suitable course of action, without obligation.

www.bowersandmaber.co.uk

 Emergency Blockages 24/7  Gutters & Downpipes Cleared  Drain Installation, Repair & Maintenance  Septic Tanks & Sewage Treatment Systems  CCTV Inspection Surveys  Environmental Surveys  Service Contracts  Plumbing & Heating Services Contact us today for a free, no obligation quote:

Bradley Maber

07514 079544 Ben Bowers

07930 639488 bowersandmaber@hotmail.co.uk

ON THE LEVEL Carpentry & Joinery

General Building, Maintenance & Makeovers  Fast and Efficient  24/7 Emergency Response  Local Family Business  Servicing Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and Herefordshire  Prices from £110 tank £95 per per tank

All types of Joinery for the Home & Garden from Minor Repairs to Kitchen Fitting A Reliable Quality Service Over 20 years experience Please contact Mark Hunt on:

07500 847 585 01684 773 898

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Feed Your Pets The Easy Way... Do you need regular supplies of animal food and bedding? Do you hate the hassle of the trip into town, lugging heavy bags? The team at Vale Gardens operate a regular ‘milk round’ offering free delivery of quality branded goods to all villages within a 25 mile radius of their Badsey base. Here, owner Keith Wright explains how it can work for you . Did You Know? Briggs & Stratton. We run a fully equipped Our ‘milk round’ Garden Machinery Workshop service also where we service, repair & It’s simple and there are three ways you applies to our WORDS:most LISA LAMBON sharpen brands of can do it. Pop in to our showroom and workshop and mowers, ride-ons, garden shop at Badsey, just outside Evesham. garden products, tractors, chainsaws, brushcutters, hedgetrimmers We’re open from Monday to Saturday 8.30am to enabling you to & stone cutters. 5.30pm and Sundays in the spring. Call us on enjoy free delivery, Free Collection & Delivery! 01386 831000 and ask to be put on the ‘milk collection and return. round’ list. Or, if you’d prefer to order goods online, giving you the freedom to shop 24/7, visit GET ANY RURAL ADVICE YOU our website www.valegardens.co.uk and NEED Founded in 2002, we are now a register. Once registration has been received friendly team of nine. Despite the we’ll send you an e-mail with log in & password recession, our business has grown year details which will then allow you to purchase on year and our attitude is that we’re here to help. online & become eligible for free delivery. Please note that for efficiency, we deliver to You’ll find that, between us, we have a huge different areas on different days of the week; see amount of practical (and sometimes obscure!) knowledge when it comes to anything to do with the map on our website or call us to find out the countryside. Come in and set us a challenge more. Your actual delivery date will be if we can’t solve your problem we promise to confirmed on receipt of your order. There is no minimum spend or regular commitment required. find someone who can.

CHOOSE YOUR PRODUCTS

Our formula is simple and we’re clear about what we do; offer a vast and varied range of rural products to the local community at great value prices. When it comes to animal supplies we stock everything from chicken layer pellets to practical clothing, mineral licks and llama food. Whether you run a farm, stables or smallholding, keep dogs and cats, like to encourage wild birds or simply need to keep up with the kids’ pet rabbit, we stock it or will order it in for you. We also supply a wide selection of home heating products including logs, coal, smokeless fuels and Countrywide gas. We sell, repair and service mowers and all types of garden machinery and are main agents for Stihl and

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SOURCE MEDICAL SUPPLIES I am SQP qualified meaning I have significant animal expertise and can dispense medicines for farm animals, horses, cats and dogs.

GREAT PRICES AND BULK DISCOUNTS TOO

We’ll do the hard work for you but we also keep our prices keen. If you like to buy in bulk, remember that we offer quantity discounts on five or more bags of animal feed. Planning ahead, if you need a practical Christmas gift (a fork, a wheelbarrow or some secateurs?) delivered further afield we also offer a national Parcel & Pallet Delivery Service.

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YOUR LOCAL INDEPENDENT RURAL RETAILER Tel: 01386 831000

MAIN AGENTS FOR CHAINSAWS & BLOWER VACS RRP £169

OPEN: Monday - Saturday 8.30am - 5.30pm

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All Clinics By Appointment Mon-Fri 8.30 - 6.30 Saturday Bishops Cleeve 9.00 - 12.00 Saturday Tewkesbury sites 8.30 - 1.00 Complimentary Nurse Clinics

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No.1 Folly Gardens, Barton Road Tewkesbury, GL20 5QP

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5 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve GL52 8LR (opposite Tesco’s)

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Have you always wanted to play the

Piano or Keyboard? One to one adult, child & family lessons to suit your individual requirements After just a few lessons you can be playing tunes you know on the piano or keyboard

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FREE Introductory Lesson To arrange a free lesson in my home or yours call Simon on:

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The Village Clinic

The caring, family run clinic to keep you on your feet We are a Private Health Clinic based in Bishops Cleeve and our core services are:

 Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries  Podiatry / Chiropody  Biomechanics / Insoles In pain? Same day appointments often available; patients usually seen within 24 hours. “Many thanks for your support and determination to get me fit again! I am finally on the mend.” Mrs Lee

Beauty Treatments in the Comfort of Your Own Home  Facials & Massage  Manicures & Pedicures  Reflexology & Waxing  Indian Head Massage

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All our Physiotherapists and Podiatrists are registered with the HCPC

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Advice For Residents  You have the right to say

no to trick or treaters.  If you do not wish to take part, display the ‘Sorry No Trick or Treaters’ posters and do not open the door.  Do not open the door to anyone you do not know.  If you open the door, always use the door chain.

Safety Tips For Trick or Treaters  Never trick or treat alone;

Staying safe this

HALLOWEEN Whatever your feelings about Halloween, follow these tips from West Mercia Police to ensure you and your family enjoy October 31st.

est Mercia Police is urging all those wishing to celebrate Halloween this year to respect the wishes of those in their communities who do not wish to take part and also to remain safe themselves. Residents not wishing to take part should display a specially designed ‘Sorry No Trick or Treat’ poster (pictured opposite) on their front door or window, which clearly gives the message that they do not wish to participate and will not open the door to trick or treaters.

always go with an adult.  Do not talk to strangers.  Stay in well-lit areas and make sure you are visible.  Only go to houses where you or your friends know the residents and let them know what time you plan to call.  Do not knock on doors where there is a sign saying ‘Do not disturb’ or ‘Sorry No Trick or Treat’.

Prefer to avoid Halloween? Download your poster online or contact PC 3243 Sean Woods or PCSO 6340 Simon Williams, Pershore Rural South Local Policing Team, on 101 or email pershoreruralsouth.lpt @west mercia.pnn.police.uk

Top Tips For Kids  Children should not call on houses where the

posters are displayed, neither should they coldcall on strangers, as this can put young people at risk and also intimidates and upsets some householders, especially those who are elderly, living alone or who are vulnerable.  Parents may want to consider having a fancydress themed Halloween party at home with their children as an alternative to trick or treating.

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ASHBEE Bed & Breakfast

Est. 1997

ROOM & BREAKFAST FOR £60

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k c Carpets Quality Modern & Traditional Carpets

 Surprisingly Competitive Prices  Choose At Home or In Store  In House Employed Fitters  Expert Personal Advice

Call Richard or Gary Clark for a free no obligation quote. 23 Broad Street, Pershore

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Village Green

Are Your Dining or Kitchen Chairs in Need of Restoration?

B A T H R O O M S  Antique Chair Restoration  Full Range of Repairs  ReUpholstery  Webbing

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Free Quote in Your Home plus Complimentary Collection & Delivery

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OLD FARMHOUSE ANTIQUES Call Chris 01386 750467 Chris.g.lawrence@btinternet.com

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Geoff Coupe can solve both home and business computer problems Repairs are conducted in your home/premises or in our workshop, as agreed

 Friendly Advice & Tuition.  PC Hardware Installation, Repairs, Upgrades & Software Installation.  Setting-up your Internet Access and Emails. Home & small office networking.  Tuition on home Digital Still Photography & Photo Printing.  Removal of Viruses, Spyware & all other malicious software. Anti-virus & Firewall advice & installation.  An Annual Service Contract on a per computer basis covering time & travel: spare parts extra.

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FRUITFUL

Words: Wendy Carter Photos: Harry Green, Frank Porch, Alan Gormley & Wendy Carter

for wildlife

You can’t fail to notice the wonderful orchards locally each spring. But have you thought about how important they are for wildlife throughout the rest of the year? Wendy Carter of WWT explains.

F Red Admiral on Bee Hotel Blackberries

Fieldfare stripping Apple Tree

ruit trees are perfect for hole -nesting and insect-eating birds and, in autumn, the windfall and unpicked fruits are important food for wildlife. What you’ll see in orchards at this time of year is, of course, dependent on our weather! Our warm summer should have ensured lots of butterflies feeding on juicy fallen fruit – Red Admirals are notorious for this. But if winter comes early, watch out for Fieldfares and Redwings – orchard fruits will be one of the first stops for these Scandinavian migrants. You may notice gnawed fruit stones on the ground where mice have tried to get at the kernel. Or you may spot woodpeckers pecking and searching for insects in the tree bark. If you’re really

keen, have a look in old orchard trees for the dropping of rare Noble Chafer Beetles (it’s about 3mm long and lozenge-shaped)! It’s a tragedy that we’ve lost about 80% of our traditional orchards in the last 50 years or so; a loss for our eyes in spring and potentially devastating to wildlife all year round. Grants are now available to help restore or create orchards or you can help manage those in our care by joining us. If you can, plant a fruit tree in your garden. Encourage your neighbours to do so too and help create a wildlife-corridor of fruit trees. If you already have trees and bushes in your garden, try to leave the windfall on the ground and don’t pick all the fruit - please leave some for your wildlife.

To Find Out More About Wildlife or How You Can Support Us...

Grants are now available to create or restore orchards

 15th Oct – ‘Fritillaries’ Talk, Wulstan’s Hall, Priest Lane, Pershore 7.30pm  2nd & 3rd Nov – Log & Wood Chip Sales at Tiddesley Wood 10am-1pm  For more upcoming events Visit the What’s On page of our website www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk /whats-on  For local orchard info visit www.worcestershireorchards.co.uk  ‘Like’ us on Facebook

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