The cotswold edge directory oct nov 2014 by Lisa Lambon

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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 .

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Hello... …and welcome to the autumn issue. Have you ever noticed how the simplest lessons are the most difficult to learn? We live in such a highly developed society yet many of us struggle with the fundamentals - how to eat, how to sleep, how to handle change. This idea has come up a lot recently in conversations with friends and colleagues who have just returned from their annual holiday. With a rare chance to breathe out, it seems that what so many of us long for is the simple things - time and space, meaningful interaction and the luxury of just being. Developing an insight which reaches to the core of an issue - to benefit your life or that of others - will sometimes require the lifelong effort of a brilliant brain but more often, it arises when one of us just steps aside and looks at a problem with fresh eyes, paying attention to the basics. You’ll see a great example of this in our feature on a new project that has started at St Richard’s Hospice. This issue, we also bring you two competitions, in association with Folly Gardens Vets and The Roses. As always, there’s news from a range of local faces plus events and money saving vouchers on our Offers pages. Autumn is often seen as a time of closing in but ask yourself, what insight can you develop that will open up your world this season? It might be as simple, and yet profound, as the discipline of a daily walk. Until next time,

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Contents Competitions & Vouchers 13 Competition with Folly Gardens Vets 53 Competition with The Roses 54 Your Money Saving Vouchers

Local Events 17 Kemerton Remembers WW1 Centenary 19 The Winter Festival at Coughton Court 39 Bredon Hill Bikeaway with Wychavon 43 Explore Pershore U3A 47 Introducing Taiko

Local Life 9 Welcome 15 Property Talk with Gusterson Palmer & James 21 Creating Storage For Your Home 25 Legal Column; Personal Injury 27 WWT Wildlife Page: Ghost Birds 29 Behind The Scenes at The Roses 31 Make The Most of Eating Outdoors with L&L 33 Pet Talk with Folly Gardens Vets 35 Get Ahead with Self Build & DIY 37 Education Column with Dr Evans 41 Spetchley Park on a Voyage of Revival 44 BHMS; An International School 49 Mobiles & Driving; West Mercia 51 The Power of Gardening 56 Life in the Village on Twitter 57 Index

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Front cover image: ÂŠ www.Shutterstock.com/zi3000. This page clockwise from the top; Bredon Hill Bikeaway courtesy of Wychavon, Brad Cooper of Folly Gardens Vets, Staff & Pupils at Bredon Hill Middle School; Barn Owl courtesy of Jason Curtis WWT

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HOW TO ENTER Send your answer to the following question together with your name, address, telephone number &/or email address in one of these ways:  either send an email entitled ‘Competition’ to info@follygardens.com

THE QUESTION How often should your dog, cat or rabbit visit the clinic for a booster vaccination and health check? A. Every month B. Every year C. Every 5 years Terms & Conditions: One entry per household. The winner will be informed by Thursday 6th November 2014. The name of the winner can be obtained from Rachel Smallwood, Folly Gardens House, 2 Church Rd, Bishops Cleeve, GL52 8LR by Thursday 13th November. 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 Folly Gardens Vets. Your details will not be shared with any third party.

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Kemerton Remembers We talked to Bredon Hill resident Andrew James about a project in tribute to the people of Kemerton who fought in WW1.

he Cross in Kemerton has been a feature of Andrew Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; life for as long as he can remember. As a boy he stood waiting for the school bus every morning, reading the names on it and wondering about the people they belonged to. Decades later, inspired by a series of lectures given by John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society, he, Judy Woodman, and Dave and Angie Devereux, decided to satisfy their curiosity. Over the last year the group has

researched and prepared detailed biographies of the 21 men from Kemerton who died and who are commemorated on the war memorial and/or included among the 115 men and one woman on the Roll of Honour in St Nicholasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Church. They reflect a fascinating range of war experience from the youngest, Geoffrey Holland-Martin aged 19, to the oldest Harry Hopton aged 60, to his sister Maud Hopton, the only woman to serve, and Hubert Festing, who was posthumously decorated

with a Distinguished Service Order (DSO). To provide a context and permanent record, the group has discovered what Kemerton was like before and after the War, produced a 56 page A5 brochure, and organised an exhibition to be held in Kemerton Village Hall on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November. TheVictoria Hall, which opened in 1903, is a fitting place for the exhibition as it was the focus of much activity during the war. Not only was it the site of a recruitment drive which

17 Top: Geoffrey Holland-Martin in uniform who, at 19, was the youngest Kemertonian to die during WW1. Below: A copy of Christopher Farrer’s war record provided by Archives New Zealand, Te Rua Mahara o te Kāwanatanga.

Kemerton War Memorial in 1921

resulted in eight men signing up, it served as a temporary home for a family of Belgian refugees and, along with St Nicholas’ Church, was one of the two places where the first flags were hoisted when news of peace reached Kemerton. On 14th June 1919, it was also the venue where 43 returning soldiers and sailors were welcomed back with a supper provided by the villagers. That year the Parish Council decided to create a war memorial and on 9th January 1921 the Cross was unveiled and dedicated amid ‘a good gathering of parishioners and friends.’ Designed by Herbert Baker and

adapted from an ancient village cross at Laycock in Chippenham, the stone was drawn from Box Quarry in Minchinhampton, and Leckhampton. Unfortunately, there is no record of how names were chosen for inclusion, though all had a family connection to the village. In 1943, the memorial was substantially repaired and later re -dedicated to include the seven names of the Kemertonians who fell between 1939-1945. This project has received some financial support from Wychavon District Council but all other costs are being met by donations and the sale of the brochure. The

information unearthed will also be disseminated through the internet via the host of WW1 sites already set up. ‘Kemerton Remembers’ takes place on Saturday and Sunday 8th & 9th November at Kemerton Village Hall, Main Rd, Kemerton, GL20 7JN, 11am-3pm. Admission is free and teas will be provided by the W.I. There will be soldier biographies and village history with military memorabilia displayed courtesy of local WW1 enthusiast, Colin Blake. If you are unable to attend, a memorial brochure will be available by post for £2+£2p&p from October 24th. For more details please contact Andrew James on 01386 725363.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fact of modern life that most of our houses were not intended to be used in the way that we live in them. All but the newest properties were designed for another lifestyle, one in which technology was less central. Those of us in the building trade see the consequences of this daily; families struggling with the practicalities of living, and often working, in a cluttered space intended for a different function. Computers, TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, digital boxes, music systems, gaming devices and wires seem to present the most problems. Where should they be situated? And how can the space they occupy be organised so that it is functional and attractive? Often, the best solution is an individually designed media centre which enables you to arrange all your items on shelves, behind cupboard doors, and in drawers. A

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Barn Owls are the most beautiful of birds. Wendy Carter of Worcestershire Wildlife Trust offers an insight. t’s often dark when I finish work in the autumn but there’s always the chance of spotting a barn owl on my drive home. These ghostly birds take to the air at dusk, floating over the landscape on the hunt for small mammals. Not just beautiful, barn owls are amazing. They have ears at different heights to help pinpoint the exact location of a vole or mouse; they can even hear one through snow. The shape of their eyeballs means they can only see forward, which is why they can turn their heads so far, but they have poor long-distance eyesight; not a problem for hunting but it does mean they sometimes fail to see cars hurtling towards them. Barn owls are perfect hunters; combine the above features with

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feathers designed to give a silent flight. Feathers at the front of the wing are serrated, those at the back are tattered and the remaining areas and legs are covered in a fine down to ensure soundless wing beats and no ‘whistling’ wind. Think about the sound of a flying swan or even a blue tit flitting to your garden feeder and you’ll understand what I mean. 2014 has been a good year for barn owls but numbers have generally been declining due to habitat loss (destruction of big old trees with nesting holes, demolition/conversion of farm buildings, change of land use) and our climate change. A really cold winter could undo this population boost so if you spy an owl on your way home spare them a thought as you snuggle up with a cuppa!

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to pet healthcare is far better than waiting until your pet is vulnerable, ill or suffering to put things right. We want to make responsible pet ownership simple and affordable, alleviating the worry of potentially costly veterinary treatment. The plan allows you and your vet to make decisions based upon what is best for your pet rather than looking at the cost/benefit of each option. Folly Gardens Pet Health Plan was devised by looking at the cost of essential treatments such as neutering, vaccinations, flea treatments, worming and dentals, totting up the figure, applying a discount and then dividing the cost into affordable monthly payments. It makes it easy for you to protect your pet and your family against preventable diseases and discomfort by making sure your pet’s vaccinations, flea, worm and parasite treatments are kept up to date. Plus, regular check ups and early diagnosis of any health issues will help your pet enjoy a long, comfortable life, whilst saving you money and worry too. Be sure to enter the competition today! Wishing you and your pet well ...

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How To Get Ahead with Self Build & DIY 2014 has seen a range of developments at Bps Tewkesbury, all aimed of making life simple for customers involved in self-build or DIY projects. We asked new manager, Matt Cook, for advice on how to progress your plans in a buoyant market. What’s happening in the building trade now? Although there are still some peaks and troughs in trading, 2014 has seen a definite increase in activity across the industry. This is now being reflected in longer lead times for some products, such as bricks which can be on order for up to 4-5 months. If you want to embark on a project next spring, the key is to plan ahead.

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Succeeding in the Sixth Form Sixth Form represents a new chapter in education in which students have to take more responsibility for their own learning. So how can they best be supported? Dr Tony Evans, Headteacher at Prince Henry’s High School, Evesham, shares his experience.

t’s the same every year; the eve of the publication of the A’ Level results is the most anxious day of the school calendar for thousands of students, parents and teachers. Prince Henry’s now has one of the largest Sixth Forms in the West Midlands and although the results achieved by our pupils are consistently outstanding, the tension is always palpable.

their workload. Here, positive friendships can help, not only providing a social and emotional framework but also as a means of mutual support. As a parent, you can encourage your child to nurture these strong social bonds. Finally, remember that even if a pupil doesn't make the grades required, a solution can always be found. It may mean another university or a different course. Occasionally, they may opt to retake the year and try again. Whatever happens, a good school will guide and support parents and pupils through their options So how do pupils succeed at A’ on planned Consultation Days. Level? Firstly, students must be Those pupils who haven’t yet clear that to achieve the grades begun Sixth Form studies should that universities require today, spend time researching the they will need to put in plenty of different courses available to independent study and revision in them. Most schools publish this the lead up to examinations. information and details relevant Secondly, they should carefully to ours, and higher educational listen to their subject teachers’ study, can be found at advice. Teachers eat, sleep and www.princehenrys.worcs.sch.uk. breathe A’ level courses, and they desperately want their students to LIKE TO FIND OUT MORE? succeed, so students should ask Dr. Tony Evans is Headteacher for, and implement, their ideas. at: Independent study is critical and Prince Henry's High School during class time it is important Victoria Avenue, for students to build confidence Evesham, Worcs by contributing to discussions, WR11 4QH asking questions and listening. Friendship groups are essential. Call us on 01386 765588 Many students find entering Sixth For more information about Form liberating at first; they have Sixth Form, full details of fewer rules, more free time and school life and a copy of our the luxury of having chosen the newsletter, please visit our subjects they want to study. Such website detailed below. freedom brings responsibility but that can take a little while to get used to, especially if they are balancing study with part–time work. As time passes, many students find that they need to develop the skills of motivation and self-discipline to cope with

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Bikeaway 2014 Sunday 19th October Discover more of your local countryside on this family friendly bikeaway For further information and an application form please contact: Angela Tidmarsh

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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 19th October. The Bikeaway is running for the 8th consecutive year raising money for the Pershore Division of St John Ambulance.

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 go 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.

The event 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 Angela Tidmarsh, Secretary of St at 9am and close at 11am. John Ambulance said “We are looking forward to another From Pershore College, cyclists successful Bikeaway and greatly have a choice of taking one of appreciate the efforts and three routes designed to donations put into this event. We accommodate all ages and hope everyone joins in and has a capabilities. Whether you choose fantastic day!” the Bronze (8 mile), Silver (19 mile) or Gold (49 mile) route you The cost to enter the Bikeaway is are guaranteed to look upon the £8 for Adults and £5 for Children, Worcestershire countryside at or you can buy a Family ticket (2 spectacular view points. Adults & 2 Children) for just £20. If you are interested in attending The routes are designed to provide this years’ event please register delightful autumnal views so today. Each cyclist will be cyclists are sure to experience provided with a sponsor form, a breathtaking sights of Bredon Hill great way to raise extra money and the local countryside while through family and friends. For an raising money for such a fantastic application form please contact cause. Participants will be Angela Tidmarsh using the details provided with refreshments along below.

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PLUS DATES FOR YOUR FESTIVE DIARY... Saturday 22nd 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

Friday 28th November & Friday 5th December Broadway Late Night Shopping Saturday 29th November Pershore Christmas Lights Switch-On & Late Night Shopping Broad Street, Pershore. Contact Steve Knight on (01386)565519 steve.knight@wychavon.gov.uk

Saturday 29th November – Droitwich Christmas Lights Switch-On 10am–5pm, Droitwich Spa. Contact Mark Keld (01905) 774258 Mark.keld@droitwichspa.gov.uk

Monday 1st December to Sunday 14th 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

Saturday 21st December Pershore Christmas Market. Contact Steve Knight (01386) 565519 steve.knight@wychavon.gov.uk

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Spetchley Park Gardens …on a voyage of Revival The team at Spetchley Park Gardens has embarked on a five year project to complete a new Car Park and Welcome Centre, create an Heritage Centre and renovate the lake. Henry Berkeley explains.

The Spetchley Revival Project is a five year plan designed to invest in securing the Gardens for future generations to enjoy. Stage 1 will be completed by 2015, including the construction of a new Car Park and Welcome Centre which will offer an improved range of merchandise and plant sales, the creation of a children's activity pack and the provision of two allterrain mobility scooters for hire. We are delighted to announce that we have recently entered Stage 2 by being allowed a £1.4m Round Two grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). This will provide the necessary

capital to carry out tree pruning and planting, improve access to the Deer Park, and restore our Victorian Garden Pond, which is such a valued part of the landscape. Next year, we will be dredging and rebuilding the banks, repuddling and installing aeration pads for improved biodiversity and wildlife. For 2016, we will convert the old Cart Sheds to create a Heritage and Education Centre which will offer interactive displays interpreting the history of the Berkeley family, the landscape, and Gardens. It will also function as an education room for use by schools and

community groups, as well as giving local artists the chance to exhibit their work. Finally, we are restoring our 18th century Sovereign Stage Coach which will be displayed for the first time in over 100 years. Above all our Revival Project is about people; providing opportunities for volunteers to take an active role and enabling everyone in the local community to enjoy the magnificence of Spetchley Gardens. If you’d like to join us on our voyage of revival then, as well as visiting next season, you can become a Friend or volunteer. For more details please call 01905 345106.

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Retirement brings with it challenges - how do you keep your brain active, develop your interests and make new friendships? We found out how the U3A can contribute.

he U3A, brought to Britain in 1981 by Peter Laslett, provides a vehicle for groups of retired or semi-retired people to share educational, creative and leisure activities. It is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political organisation with no lower age limit. Its unique guiding principle is 'those who learn shall also teach,' a philosophy based on the idea that people who have a lifetime of work behind them can probably usefully share their knowledge. Members learn from each other through pooling their knowledge, skills and experience. Instead of a teacher, groups have a leader to co-ordinate and guide their efforts. Activities are organised

mainly in small groups that meet regularly, often in each other's homes. Pershore and District U3A has a vibrant membership and a wide choice of interest groups, from French to Art to Walking, with new ones being added all the time. You can even start your own as there is always support available. For a modest annual subscription of ÂŁ11 single or ÂŁ20 for two people (at the same address) you can take part in monthly meetings, interest groups, events and activities. For more information about U3A membership please come visit the Open Day, call Lynn Glaze on 01386 751924, email: lynnglaze@cmail.co.uk, or visit www.pershoreu3a.org.uk

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British Council International School Award Success for B.H.M.S. Bredon Hill Middle School in Ashton-Under-Hill has been awarded the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom.

he International School Award is a badge of honour for schools that do outstanding work in international education, such as through links with partner schools overseas. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the British Council’s work with schools, so that young people gain the cultural understanding and skills they need to live and work as global citizens. Some of Bredon Hill Middle School’s international work includes hosting a Comenius Assistant from Belgium, a Language Leaders Award, various projects with schools in France and Sweden on the e-Twinning platform, a visit to France and a French school, hosting the visit of 80 French pupils, project work on China and reinforcement of internationalism in the curriculum. On presenting the Award, John Rolfe, from the British Council, said: ‘The school’s fantastic

international work has rightfully earned it this prestigious award. The International School Award is a great chance for schools to demonstrate the important work they’re doing to bring the world into their classrooms. Adding an international dimension to children’s education ensures that they are truly global citizens and helps prepare them for successful future careers in an increasingly global economy.’ 2013/14 saw more than 500 schools receive International School Award accreditation. This includes a wide range of schools from a variety of different backgrounds and areas across the UK. The Award is now available worldwide as part of the British Council’s Connecting Classrooms programme. Around 5000 International School Awards have been presented to successful schools in the UK since the scheme began in 1999. The ISA, encourages and supports schools to develop an international ethos, ensuring a majority of pupils are

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TAIKO 2014 is an important year for the Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers who will be celebrating 20 years of performing in the UK. This milestone makes them the longest touring and most successful Taiko group in Europe. We caught up with them to find out more. drum) are made from African Bubinga trees and the okedo barrel drums are made from cedar. In the past, the skins were made from small animals but today they are usually cowhide. They last What can we expect to see? us about seven years and when We put on a high energy concert we break one the drum has to of thundering rhythms which be returned to Japan for repair. combines dance and athleticism Who might enjoy Taiko? with a variety of costumes, masked choreography, dramatic It may be a cliché, but Taiko cuts across musical lighting, synchronisation and boundaries. We’ve performed infectious belly laugh humour at festivals of every kind Musically, it ranges from jazz, classical, rock, folk and powerful rhythms using huge find that Taiko really is the Taiko drums, to a delicate "people's music." This is shinobue bamboo flute. reflected in our name What are the drums made of? "Mugenkyo" which means The nagado drums, carved from limitless reverberation, single tree trunks, are made from expressing our belief that keyaki, a kind of Japanese elm. Taiko has no limitations, The biggest of the o-daiko (big musical or geographical. What is Taiko? It’s the ancient Japanese form of percussion using large drums - it was originally religious and spiritual music, played in temples and shrines. Although we play traditional instruments and have a strong foundation in the discipline, we are modern in our approach, composing our own music and developing a uniquely European form of Taiko as a performing art.

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Gardening A new men’s gardening group at St Richard’s Hospice has proved a worthwhile project, offering men with a life-threatening illness space to relax and meet others facing similar situations. Helen Griffee, Communications Officer explains. ur new men’s gardening group, which was set up in spring this year and is held each week in our serene gardens, offers men under the care of the hospice the opportunity to take time out, enjoy some light gardening and share their experiences. The group was set up in partnership with Prostate Cancer UK and horticulture expert Duncan Coombs - a recently retired lecturer from Pershore College - is on hand to guide men with little or no experience of gardening as well as help experienced ‘green fingered’ men develop their skills. There is also time to speak to specialist nurses and doctors, to have counselling, access benefits advice or try some complementary therapies. Vanessa Gibson, Community Team Leader, explained how the group came about; “We noticed that it is predominantly women who attend our support groups and so we decided to set up a group especially for men. There is always a nurse on hand in case anyone feels poorly or wants to talk about their illness. We find that this is a good introduction to the hospice and gives men the opportunity to share their problems, and perhaps prevent

them from being alone. The ethos of the group is that sometimes in the midst of hospital appointments, health concerns and treatments, patients may need some space.” Each week, up to ten men take part in gardening related activities which are matched to each person’s level of ability. Already the group has enjoyed a successful crop of new potatoes, tomatoes and salad leaves with lots more growing fast. The session is structured so that there is plenty of time to sit down for a cup of tea and those who would prefer to relax can do so in the group’s dedicated shed. Duncan Coombs, the volunteer group leader, said; “We thought it would be fun to set up a group so that chaps can get together and do some light gardening, have a cup of tea and a chat. It would give them a break and a chance to learn a bit about gardening – some know a little and some have lots of knowledge to share. The group plans its activities week by week and has been growing vegetables such as tomatoes, potatoes, lettuce and sweetcorn. It doesn’t really matter how successful the harvest is, it’s the process of tending to the plants that the men find therapeutic.” Chris Green, aged 51 from

Droitwich, has a brain tumour and is currently being supported by St Richard’s Hospice at Home service. He has been attending Day Hospice for a year and has been part of the Men’s Space Group since it started. He said; “I have really enjoyed picking up new skills, such as learning how to prick out seedlings and how to take hard and softwood cuttings. I enjoy coming along to the group as there’s a real sense of friendship and we have a bit of a laugh. It gives us all a break from the serious business of life, but we have the opportunity to share our problems if we want to.” Louise Jackson, Community Support Services Manager for Prostate Cancer UK said, “40,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year in the UK. Some face the prospect of their cancer never being cured which can be incredibly difficult to come to terms with. Gardening, being outside and sharing experiences with others who can relate to what you’re going through can be a tremendous comfort to many and we’re thrilled to be involved with the new group with St Richard’s Hospice.” To see a short video of the Men’s Space Group go to the website (details opposite) or to www.youtube.com/hospicesrh

51 Main Photo from left Nurse Specialist Gayle Webster, Patrick Whitmore, Horticulture expert Duncan Coombs, Bryan Hodgkins, Ian Brace, Volunteer from Tesco & Chris Green. Inset: Left Chris Green. Right: Bryan Hodgkins & Patrick Whitmore

To join the Men’s Space group a person must have a confirmed life-threatening diagnosis; a South Worcestershire GP and be referred to St Richard’s Hospice. Anyone can refer to the group, including patients themselves, and hospice staff will liaise with their GP. St Richard’s Hospice runs a variety of mixed groups for patients but this is the first time a group has been started specifically for men only. For more details please contact the Triage Nurse at St Richard’s Hospice on 01905 763963 or email triage@strichards.org.uk

St Richard's Hospice provides free specialist palliative care for patients living with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses and supports their families. Each year the hospice team supports over 2,400 patients and family members in Worcestershire. Patients are cared for in Day Hospice, the 17-bed In-patient Unit or in their own homes by a professional team as well as many trained volunteers. In the Inpatient Unit specialist staff are on hand 24 hours a day to manage patients' symptoms and where, if they so choose, patients may

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