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Hello... … and welcome to our summer issue. Now is the season to spend time outdoors celebrating the abundance of our gorgeous countryside. From Pershore Plum Festival to Stratford Home and Garden Show to the institution that is Dumbleton Fete, there are so many opportunities to meet up with friends, pass a leisurely afternoon, and discover something that is new to you. One of my favourite jobs on the magazines is letting readers know that they’ve won a prize - it brings so much happiness. Once again this issue, as a result of generous sponsorship, we are able to bring you some fantastic prizes including five family tickets to the Historical Reenactment at Spetchley Park Gardens, ten pairs of tickets to Malvern Autumn Show and a fabulous beauty giveaway of ten Clarins Aromatic Balancer Facial Treatments at Beauty Beyond, Winchcombe, each worth £45. Entering our competitions is easy so please visit us online today and test your luck. Remember that you can also access daily updates from Life in the Village by visiting our website or joining us on twitter. If you’re new to social media, do note that you don’t need to open an account or tweet yourself. Simply visit www.lifeinthevillage.co.uk where you’ll find our twitter feed displayed on every page. If you trade locally or are organising an event, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch by calling on 01684 773135, tweeting us, emailing lisa@lifeinthevillage.co.uk or completing the contact form on our website. Your next printed magazine will be with you from late September. Until then, enjoy the sunshine,

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Local Life 11 Welcome

26 Dumbleton Fete with Vicky Hardwick 29 Coughton Court Summer Events 36 Lasting Beauty with Beauty Beyond 39 Overbury Street Market with Andrew John 45 Malvern Autumn Show with Ken Nottage

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46 Do Something Amazing with St. Richard's 49 Bredon Boat Races with Elaine Cantle 50 Pershore Plum Festival with Henry Prudden 53 Fladbury Walkabout with Steve Curtis 57 Great Comberton Show with Suzanne Hamilton 62 Badsey Flower Show 65 Index

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16 Woodland Wonders with Wendy Carter 23 Beautiful By Nature with Graham West 25 Retirement Planning with Jo Potts 31 Behind The Scenes with Caroline Lawrence 32 The White Paper with Dr. Tony Evans 42 Light + Lifestyle with John Lannen 55 Policing with Supt. Kevin Purcell 58 Raspberry Creme Brulee with Steve Waites

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PHOTO: Silver-Washed Fritillary Jim Higham

Woodland WONDERS In the last of our series on butterflies, Wendy

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he cool, dappled shade of the mature woodland offers a welcome relief from the sun beating down... at least that’s the experience I’m wishing for us all later this season! I’ve got my rose-coloured glasses on as usual, hoping for the rare spectacle of a glorious summer because good weather brings out some of our most beautiful wildlife – and butterfly spotting on a warm day is a great

thing to do. I can’t promise to deliver the sunshine but why not pay a visit to some of your local woodlands this summer and see what you might find? Gliders It’s a delight to catch sight of a the black and white flash of a White Admiral as it glides along a woodland ride – effortlessly flying from tree to woodland floor and back up again. See one up close and you’ll notice subtle

PHOTO: Silver-Washed Fritillary Nicky Clarke

PHOTO: Brown Hairstreak Pete Walkden

Romantic Souls Wander through somewhere like Tiddesley Wood nature reserve near Pershore, in July and August, and you may be lucky enough to have a Silver-Washed Fritillary soar past you. They’re fast-flying and one of our largest

woodland butterflies but it’s their elaborate courtship that makes them one of my favourites. The male follows the scent of the female then dances around her – swooping under and over her as she flies. If she’s happy with his display, she’ll land and he’ll shower her with scent scales before mating takes place. She will then head off to find a patch of dog violets, the food plant of the caterpillars, before laying her eggs on a nearby tree, one by one, in a variety of locations. Tree-top Dwellers Grafton Wood in south Worcestershire is the centre of the only Midlands’ colony of Brown Hairstreaks and these rarities are also one of the most elusive. They spend much of

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patterns in the dark wings whilst their undersides feature sky blue mosaics alongside a reddybrown and white pattern. The adults are often seen feeding on bramble in sunny glades whereas the caterpillars will be found devouring honeysuckle leaves in late summer before they shelter in a dried, rolled up leaf throughout the winter. The following spring they’ll feed on fresh growth before pupating and completing the lifecycle.

PHOTO: White Admiral Pete Walkden

their time high up in the treetops but it’s possible to spot the odd one coming down to feed on fleabane and thistles. From mid to late August onwards there’s also potential to find a female scudding along hedgerows close to woodlands as she searches for young blackthorn on which to lay her eggs. The reliance on blackthorn poses problems for Brown Hairstreaks – the preferred twigs are often smashed when hedgerows are trimmed during winter. For this reason volunteers have been encouraging some local landowners to alter their hedgerow management – with success; Worcestershire’s brown hairstreak population is now increasing in both range and numbers.

Gladiators You wouldn’t think it to look at them but Speckled Woods are the gladiators of the butterfly realm. The males defend their territories, which often consist of only a few square metres, with some vigour – spiralling up and up in a ray of sunshine, constantly colliding and crashing with the incoming male. Once the resident male has triumphed (as they often do), he will return to perch on exactly the same leaf, in the same patch of sunlight, ready and waiting to respond to the challenge from the next contender. Speckled Woods feed on honeydew in the tree canopy but you may also spy them feeding on flowers in autumn when aphid activity is low. Unusually for butterflies, they can overwinter

as both larva and pupa, which results in a mixed emergence throughout the year. It means Speckled Woods can be seen from late March into October, with their final peak in late August/early September. Wonders of the natural world The butterflies we’ve featured in this series are all incredible. Often, humans get in their way – ploughing up meadows or failing to coppice woodlands – so they’re not all found in the numbers they once were. You may not have control of a meadow or a woodland but there’s always something you can do to help, from joining the Trust to gardening with wildlife in mind. Find out more online at www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/ wildlife-gardening

PHOTO: Speckled Wood Gary Palmer

PHOTO: Pair of Silver-Washed Fritillary in Tiddesley Wood Wendy Carter

PHOTO: Speckled Wood Wendy Carter

PHOTO: White Admiral Pete Smith

PHOTO: White Admiral Pete Walkden

PHOTO: Brown Hairstreak eggs Rebecca Lashley

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PHOTO: Silver-Washed Fritillary Jim Higham

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implications regarding the level of contributions you wish to make. Another factor to consider is that the Lifetime Allowance set by HMRC has gradually been reducing. This allowance is a limit on the amount of pension benefit that can be drawn from pension schemes without triggering a further tax charge. It’s something that can affect those like NHS employees and teachers who still have a final salary pension plan. Registering for the Lifetime Allowance means that you could avoid these costly tax charges when you draw down your pension. Another live topic is how to respond to the new pension freedom rules. Since April 2015, everyone over 55 has had the freedom to take a cash lump sum or a flexible income via drawdown, although this comes with tax implications which need to be considered. Savers still have the option to buy an annuity if they want to. But after a year of unprecedented change, there is evidence from Treasury figures that the initial ‘dash for

cash’ is starting to slow. Experts agree that most savers are generally acting responsibly with their pension pots, but greater autonomy to take benefits from a Defined Contribution pension means very little unless individuals can be persuaded to save more for their retirement. Pensions are a complex topic but yours need not be a mystery. An annual review is the simplest way to reflect and gain clarity about which of these issues apply to you. The levels and bases of taxation and relief from taxation can change at any time and are generally dependant on individual circumstances. To receive a complimentary guide covering Wealth Management, Retirement Planning or Inheritance Tax Planning produced by St. James Place Wealth Management, please contact Jo Potts of Jo Potts Financial Planning, on 07734 425385 or 01386 556369 or by email joanna.potts@sjpp.co.uk 25

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Dumbleton Fete BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 29TH AUGUST 2-5PM Dumbleton Fete is a set in a quintessentially English village setting beside the Cricket Pavilion. Vicky Hardwick reveals what’s on offer this year.

Festival of Cricket 28th July to 7th August 2016 Come and enjoy our festival of cricket. The week begins with a benefit game for Darren Mitchell (Worcestershire Captain) on 28th July. For full details please visit www.dumbletoncc.co.uk

umbleton Cricket Club plays host to one of the finest and friendliest village fetes in the Cotswolds. Despite last year’s wet Bank Holiday, the fete proved to be a great place to meet up with friends and this year promises to be better than ever. Set in picturesque parkland, surrounded by water and magnificent trees, Dumbleton is one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the country. Our traditional fete always attracts a huge crowd, offering a fantastic afternoon for all the family. Be sure to arrive promptly for the infamous bric-a-brac stall, tombola, bottle, and cake stalls. For the children we have games and races, face painting, Punch and Judy, bouncy castles, skittles, a chance to get up close to birds of prey and

much more. Adults and young people can enjoy a good variety of craft stalls or try their hand at archery, zorbing or a 25ft climbing wall. Plus there’s a falconry display, Morris Dancers, a brass quartet and a group of Harley Davidsons. All this can be washed down with a cream tea, a hog roast bap and drinks from the bar. The best part is that entry and parking is free and all proceeds go to the Cricket Club for the benefit of the community and the purchase of equipment for the Juniors. We hope to see you all here on Bank Holiday Monday. If you would like to book a stall or have any queries, please email Vicky Hardwick on tim.vickyhardwick@gmail.com. Find the fete at Dairy Lane, Dumbleton, Nr Evesham, WR11 7TP, signposted from the A46.

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COUGHTON COURT PRESENTS A GLORIOUS SUMMER OF EVENTS Coughton Court is an ideal setting for outdoor theatre and more. With Marketing and Events Oﬃ Oﬃcer cer Abi Cole.

ow that summer is well and truly here, the lambs are chasing each other in the field, the apple trees are covered in blossom and the roses in the walled garden are bursting into life, attracting a range of butterflies with their scent. The team is preparing for a summer of events and we kick off with our annual Village Fete set in the beautiful grounds with a host of food stalls, music and traditional garden games for everyone to enjoy. We are delighted to announce the return of the Lord Chamberlain’s Men on Friday 22 July with their magical production of Shakespeare’s classic battle-of-the-sexes comedy, Much Ado about Nothing. This award-winning, all male company perform Shakespeare as it would have

Dates for Your Diary been; in the open air, in full Elizabethan costume and with traditional music and dance. New for this year, the Chapterhouse Theatre Company will be bringing their exciting adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s classic story, Peter Pan, to Coughton on Friday 19 August. Join Wendy, Michael and John Darling on their adventures with Peter, far away on the magical island of Neverland. There, they encounter enchanting mermaids, magical fairies and the cruellest pirate of them all, Captain Hook. It’s a unique opportunity to gather the whole family together for an evening of theatre and watch the sun set over the Tudor court. Don’t forget to bring your picnic!

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With Caroline Lawrence from The Roses in Tewkesbury Back in May, I found myself at a seminar at The Centaur surrounded by professionals flinging ping pong balls into buckets. Intrigued? I was! Let me explain. I was taking part in Gloucestershire Business Show, where companies from all across the county gather to network, showcase their skills and build relationships. The Roses was chosen as creative partner for the event, and I was attending a session on how partnering with an arts organisation can benefit businesses. The Roses is a registered charity, reliant upon the generosity of donations and community support for our vibrant programme of events and renowned outreach and education work. With so few alternative cultural provisions

locally, the theatre plays an integral role in offering people the chance to engage with the arts. The completion of Phase 1 of our redevelopment has shown us what can be achieved and fuelled our desire to continue our regeneration as a true community destination. And this is one reason why we do so much work with businesses. Being small and local, with sophisticated database software, we know our audiences inside out. We get to know people as people, not just statistics, so we know how to communicate effectively, when and with whom. Our ability to analyse our audience helps us plan our programming, ensuring we offer the events you want. This ability to segment an audience is also what you need for effective marketing. We would never sell our data, nor do we directly market on behalf of

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here has been huge media interest in the government’s White Paper, “Educational Excellence Everywhere” since its publication in March, especially in relation to the U-Turn which subsequently took place over its proposal that all schools, irrespective of their Ofsted grading, should become academies by 2022. However, the White Paper contains far more than the academisation proposals within its 123 pages, and I will now attempt to summarise these. The Department of Education (DfE) has set out a number of delivery priorities for schools and educational settings including:-

 Recruiting and retaining teachers by strengthening university and school-led training and accreditation.  Strengthening training to provide succession planning for the next generation of school leaders.  Developing Academies and Multi Academy Trusts.  Reforming School Inspection and implementing new accountability measures through the School League Tables in the form of the Attainment and Progress of pupils.  Embedding reforms to the curriculum and assessment. This year, children have taken new SATs tests following changes to the curriculum for 7-11 year olds, and students in the 14-19 age range have started new courses at GCSE and A-Level.  Plans for 500 new Free Schools; each city in the UK having access to a University Technical College and plenty of post-16 places.  Funding of schools will be reformed through a National

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Funding Formula and schools will be expected to drive greater efficiencies.  Other reforms will include developing the apprenticeship model for 16-19 year olds; extending free child care to 30 hours for 3-4 year olds; strengthening children’s social care; supporting vulnerable children; protecting children from radicalisation and finally, developing careers support. Prince Henry’s, like many other schools, has already been working towards the priorities set by the government for some time. All of the points are important but the big issue for the children in Worcestershire is the introduction of the National Funding Formula. For far too long, children in our county have deserved more equitable funding compared to their peers in other parts of the country. However, it is likely to be after 2020 when the real effect is seen.

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Lasting Beauty With 25 years’ experience accrued in the beauty industry, Kirsti Attwood, Director at Beauty Beyond, still loves nothing more than making a client feel better. We asked her to share the secrets of sustaining such a rich and rewarding career.

I’ve been a fully qualified beauty therapist for 25 years but, unusually, I still work full -time with clients. Not many salon owners manage that but I do it simply because it’s brings me joy. I love helping clients, I love meeting a different person every hour and I love being part of a happy team who know they make a real difference. What I enjoy most is seeing a client’s skin improve. Facials are an area of specialist expertise here and we offer a huge range from Caci to Clarins and Guinot. I’m proud to say that we’ve been a Decleor Silver

Salon for ten years running. It’s so satisfying to help an individual who has come with a skin issue that is affecting their life. We always take an holistic approach, looking at every aspect of their wellbeing, and I get a real buzz from seeing their health improve and their confidence grow. There’s nothing better than education to keep you moving forward. As a team, we’re regularly in the capital, visiting the big trade beauty shows and training to keep current. Just last month I went to London to get up to speed in the lastest Caci Eye Revive treatment. I worked in every area of the beauty industry before opening my own salon in

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The team know that I’m obsessive about everything being done 110% so the salon is spotless and we all work to daily checklists. It’s an ethos that has helped to build a brilliant team, united by this desire to always exceed expectations. We’re big on gratitude, with each other and our clients, and work hard to show our appreciation to everyone who supports us. We welcome all new clients with £10 off any treatment. Please book on 01242 604 017.

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ow in it's 38th year, Overbury Street Market is run to raise funds for various community organisations in Overbury and Conderton, mainly St Faithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, the Village Hall, Friends of Overbury School, and the Cricket Club. Plan to have a late breakfast on Saturday 9th July because the irresistible smell of bacon butties attracts a large crowd every year. Stroll along Church Row where there will be a wide variety of stalls and activities including the popular 'Going for a Song' with good quality bric a brac, the bottle stall, gifts and cards, handmade jewellery, accessories and bags, toys, books and DVDs. Enjoy live musical entertainment with a chance of winning a top quality raffle prize. Local Potter Toff Milway will help you try to throw a pot on his

wheel, while talented local artists, including Katie Hough, exhibit their work. On the food front there will be home produced cakes, jams and goodies from Anne's Pantry and Overbury Farm Lamb, reared on Bredon Hill. Arrive early to buy the best Lemon Drizzle cake or marmalade! Relax with refreshments in the lovely Whitcombe House gardens (a member of the National Gardens Scheme) where there will also be local plants for sale. The village First School and Grasshoppers day nursery will provide plenty of fun games for children. There is something to please everyone and, with only two hours available, trading is busy, brisk and fun. This is an unique event which has grown over the years and thought to be unmissable by many who return every year. Both entry and car parking are free.

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To celebrate 25 years working in the beauty industry and 10 years of trading at Beauty Beyond, Winchcombe, award winning therapist Kirsti Attwood is giving away 10 Clarins Aromatic Balancer Facial Treatments. The ultimate in relaxation, this tailor made therapy lasts one hour and includes an exfoliation, face, neck and shoulder massage plus a mask. Based on eco-responsible values, Clarins offers plant-based beauty products and treatments which are clinically tested for superb results.

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What can we look forward to at this year’s Show? Malvern Autumn invites visitors to welcome in the new season. It’s a glorious showcase of harvest produce, hosted in association with Westons Cider, truly celebrating the wealth of the area. Visitors can enjoy a feast of family entertainment, artisan produce, food and gardening royalty against the stunning setting of the Malvern Hills. What are the highlights this year? Each year, the show proves a one-stop destination for gardeners in search of advice and plants for restocking their gardens for winter. The UK

National Giant Vegetable Championship promises to return bigger and better than ever before with a broad variety of oversized vegetables. In 2015, this area of the show broke three vegetable world records and this year is set to be no exception. A giant leek weighed in at over 10.6 kilos and a cucumber weighed in at 12.9 kilos, we also had the world’s longest beetroot. Nostalgia and retro fans can discover hidden gems in the Vintage Village with an array of eclectic finds including fashion, home wares and classic cars. Who is the Show suitable for? We look forward to welcoming families, foodies and garden lovers alike to the ultimate harvest festival. With such a variety on offer, it’s a day out for all the family from toddlers to teenagers and big kids too.

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Sunday 21st August. Admin. fee £45 + Pledge to raise £1000. Are you a thrill-seeker on the look-out for the next stunt? Look no further! Take part in our group wing walk day in Leicester, tick it off your list and raise funds for St. Richard’s at the same time. Once strapped into the five point harness you will take off for a 10 minute ultimate experience that will include zooms and climbs at speeds up to 130mph and passes near to your cheering and waving friends and family.  24 Peak Challenge, Friday 16th - Sun 18th September. Option A - Admin fee £75 + pledge to raise £690 Option B Admin fee £75 + Self-Funding £345. This exciting challenge will see you summit an incredible 24 peaks in the Lake District, all over 2,400ft with a

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target trekking time of 24 hours. The days will be long and the trekking tough, but the rewards of hiking into the heart of this amazing National Park and the accomplishment of conquering 24 peaks will make your efforts worthwhile. Other events include:  London - Paris Cycle July 2016. 5 days.  Worcester Waterways Walk, 6, 11 or 21 mile walk August 2016  Zambezi Rafting Challenge September 2016, 8 days.  Kilimanjaro - Ngorongoro Crater Cycle October 2016, 8 days.  Lapland The Husky Trail March 2017, 8 days For full details of events and challenges please visit www.strichards.org.uk or call Jodi Brandwood on 01905

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lease join us on the riverside on Saturday 3rd September for an afternoon of sporting action, adrenalin and fun. The event, sponsored by Johnston Scotia, has become an annual highlight in aid of a great cause as all funds raised help maintain the beautiful and historic St. Giles Church. Watch the racing, enter the raffle and try your luck at the bottle stall. There will be teas, a cider tent and a barbeque plus music from the hugely popular ReVIVals. Spectator entry is £2.50 for adults whilst under 12’s go free. The fee to enter a crew of eight in the races is just £25, but please don’t leave it to the last minute as entries on the day make timetabling tricky. We only have a few hours to fit in all the heats, so if you leave it too late you might not get a

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Pershore Plum Festival Triple winner of Worcestershire’s Best Tourism Event and Festival Award 2011 - 2013, the Pershore Plum Festival returns from 3rd July to 29th August. Think Pershore, think purple, think plums!

ershore will be going plum crazy this summer when the town turns purple in celebration of the jewel of a fruit that has made it so famous. Now internationally acclaimed, the Pershore Plum Festival is a unique, quirky event with activities to suit all the family. Local orchards produce tonnes of plums every year with varieties like Pershore Purple, Pershore Yellow Egg Plum and Pershore Emblem highly sought after. Pershore has been famous for its fruit growing since medieval times so this year the Festival focuses upon our plum heritage and “How the Pershore Plum won the Great War.” Throughout World War One, food shortage became a major issue with deprivation spreading across Britain. In response, the 50

plums of Pershore were transported by train around the country to be used to produce jams, chutneys and puddings. They made a huge contribution to the war effort and this was officially commemorated in 1927 when Great Western Railways named one of their trains The Pershore Plum. Sunday 3rd July, Plum Blossom Sunday, Angel Hotel, Pershore Enjoy the crowning of the 2016 Plum Princess and her attendants at this unique event which includes fancy dress, music, games and refreshments. Tuesday 26th July The Angel Hotel Plum Festival Race Night Resurrecting its prestigious racing history, the Pershore Plum Festival Family Race night returns to Worcester’s Pitchcroft

racecourse. Featuring the historic Land O’Plums Chase, you can expect an evening of exciting jumping action – be sure to enter the Purple Outfit competition! Thursday 11th, 18th & 25th August, Plum Coach Tours Operated by Dudley’s Coaches and The Evesham Vale Tour Guides, these offer a unique experience for plum lovers of all ages To book call 01386 792206. Thursday 25 August, The Pershore Plum 999 Bike Nite This new event features bikes from all the emergency services, including the Midlands Air Ambulance. Whether you’re coming on a moped, motor bike, scooter, chopper or trike, everyone is welcome for a night of entertainment, fun and plummy refreshments… Don’t forget to wear purple!

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ur picturesque riverside village holds its annual Open Gardens weekend from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10 th July. The weekend combines the renowned Flower Festival, this year taking the theme, 'Fairy Tales,' with more than 20 fabulous gardens to enjoy. Building on the success of last year, the 2016 Walkabout will see the introduction of a Fun Dog Show. This new event will complement other recent additions including a reptile display and circus skills. There will be a Fun Run on the Sunday, starting at 2pm from the Anchor

green. Every year hundreds of visitors return to enjoy the huge variety of entertainment on offer including live music, classic cars, the wire ferry, historic mills and exhibitions of local art, photography and history. Take a boat trip and enjoy browsing a huge variety of stalls trading in plants and herbs, cakes and preserves, crafts, gifts, fair trade goods, Bric-a-Brac and more. Teas, coffees, ices and lunches will be available in various locations throughout both days. Entry remains affordable at £6 daily or £10 for the weekend with under 15’s free. Combined programmes/tickets will be

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he extent and nature of domestic abuse remains shocking. Domestic abuse causes serious harm, constitutes a considerable proportion of overall crime, and costs the U.K. an estimated £15.7 billion a year. Consider these facts:  Domestic violence and abuse knows no boundaries. It can affect anyone regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, class, age or disability.  On average the police receive an emergency call relating to domestic abuse every 30 seconds.  Domestic violence and abuse results in the death of two to three women every week across the England and Wales.  One in four women and one in six men will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lives. Reporting of domestic violence and abuse has increased by 31% in the last three years. This is due to an increased awareness of what constitutes an abusive relationship and also an increase in the confidence of victims to come forward and report. In December 2015 the government announced the enactment of Section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015 which creates a new offence of controlling or coercive behaviour

in intimate or familial relationships. This is a significant development towards recognising the dynamics of domestic abuse; often the precursor to physical violence. Survivors of domestic abuse will often say that bruises, cuts and broken bones quickly mend but the psychological scars take a lot longer to heal. One of the fundamental factors of coercive control is isolation of a victim. This enables a perpetrator to exert control over a victim without the risk of family, friends or professionals recognising that abuse is taking place. Rural communities can be isolating in terms of the distance residents live from their neighbours and local amenities. People living in villages often have limited access to support services and reduced opportunities for community engagement compared to those living in towns and cities This process of coercive control through isolation can therefore have a particular impact on individuals in the countryside. The police are always available to support victims of domestic abuse in pursuing criminal justice outcomes, signposting access to support agencies and safeguarding victims in response to identified risk. All of these activities are managed with the

sole aim of protecting vulnerable people from harm. However, the police alone cannot solve domestic abuse and victims routinely receive a multiagency response. West Mercia Women’s Aid provide help and support to victims who are in abusive relationships. They can offer support to help people keep themselves safe, leave a perpetrator if they wish, and successfully develop their confidence and self-esteem in order to recover from the abuse and build a new and safer life. If you want to learn more about domestic abuse and where to seek advice and support, please visit the West Mercia Police website at https://westmercia.police.uk/ article/5973/Domestic-violenceand-abuse Or contact West Mercia Women’s Aid on their confidential and free helpline number 0800 980 3331 for Worcestershire or 0800 783 1359 for Hereford, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. You can also visit www.westmerciawomensaid.org or www.gdass.org.uk In an emergency always dial 999. @SuptKevPurcell

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his year we are celebrating the 70th Fruit and Flower show, which is held in the idyllic setting of Great Comberton’s Brailles Orchard, overlooked by Bredon Hill and our ancient church. The centrepiece of this traditional show is the historic marquee with its fiercely competitive classes for wine, fruit, vegetables, art and crafts, cookery and children. You can always rely on some friendly

banter about whose parsnip is the biggest!!! Classes are open to all and it’s great fun to get involved. There’s an excellent selection of quality village and craft stalls and plenty of fun games and activities from our famous egg throwing championship to plank plodding, Ed’s Punch and Judy Show, a novelty dog show and the google treasure hunt. As this year is our 70th event we will be celebrating the 70’s era, with cookery, classic cars, music and 70’s inspired dress. Also new

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this year is children’s Fancy Dress with the theme “my favourite film character.” Refreshments on offer include WI teas, a BBQ, ice creams and the Village Bar, renowned for its local cider. The afternoon ends with the Grand Cup presentation and auction of exhibits so you can take home a prize winning fruit cake or bunch of flowers. If you have a classic car from any era then please bring it along and enter it for “the car our judge would most like to take home.”

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Saturday 23rd July 2016 1pm – 5pm To enter your produce or exhibit for the show visit our website www.badseyflowershow.co.uk and choose from a wide range of categories, many of which are ideal for children. You do not have to live in the village to enter. Schedules are also available in the village’s Spar Shop. Classes include:  Floral Art  Vegetables  Flowers and Gardens  Handicrafts and Arts  Children’s & Senior’s Classes  Photography, Literature and Creative Find the show at The Recreation Ground Sands Lane, Badsey, Near Evesham, WR11 7EZ.

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*During July and August 2016. *T’s & C’s apply Please call ahead to book. Tewkesbury (both sites) 01684 292244 Bishop’s Cleeve 01242 679880 www.follygardens.com

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For new customers of Beauty Beyond. Ends 30/9/16. Please present voucher at Reception. Offers cannot be combined.

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Offers are one way to grow your business but we have lots of others ways to help... Our four magazines, website and twitter updates offer a slice of country life, locally. Our readers are based in the villages around Bredon Hill, the Vale of Evesham and beyond and through our online and social media activity we also reach a wider group, further afield. We have a proven history of generating growth for a wide range of local organisations since 2005. To find out more or discuss your options please contact Lisa on 01684 773135.

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