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With Gloucester’s lights now on, and the countdown to Christmas well under way, the Rotary Club’s Tree of Light will be illuminated on Thursday 5th December by Mayor Chris Chatterton and Gloucester and England rugby star Ben Morgan. Get into the festive spirit with our guide to Christmas – ensuring you don’t miss out on the many great offers and events the county has to offer this month. Wall’s Club plays host to the city’s biggest pantomime for over 15 years as Gloucester Operatic & Dramatic Society team up with JLP.UK to present ‘Cinderella’. Create your own winter wonderland by visiting ‘What’ store – they have a huge selection of trees and lights with an extra 25% discount throughout December. For great ideas where to order your free range turkey, fresh produce, a Christmas tree or a box of award-winning beer from Gloucester’s very own brewery – we have it all. Don’t miss those last few festive dining dates in one of our fabulous restaurants – Tudor Arms, The Edgemoor Inn, Tiger’s Eye and Café René. Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with a glittering dinner dance evening at Bowden Hall or join the massive party night at the Café René. Take the little ones along to Slimbridge WWT to meet Santa and his helpers, take a trailer ride with the helpful elf at Over Farm to feed the donkey and decorate his tree, or visit Prinknash Bird & Deer Park – where else can you see a real reindeer?
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By the time you read this our thoughts will be turning to Christmas. The lights in the city centre will already have been switched on with the now traditional lantern procession – this year with a Beatrix Potter theme to mark the 110th anniversary of the publication of the Tailor of Gloucester. In the past we’ve had celebrity switch-ons, fireworks and laser shows, but for me nothing beats the wonderful display of lanterns made by local schoolchildren as they head through the gate streets towards the Cathedral. The Tailor of Gloucester is the city’s Christmas story – it tells of when the Tailor has been commissioned to make a waistcoat for the Mayor for his wedding on Christmas morning. I think every household should have a copy! The book, including a special 110th anniversary edition, is available at the House of the Tailor of Gloucester in College Court. The other Christmas story for which we can stake a claim is Dickens’ “Scrooge”. Ebeneezer himself is said to be inspired by Jemmy Wood, the Gloucester miser whose bank stood where McDonalds is now in Westgate Street. From the days of Edward the Confessor, the King held court in Gloucester at Christmas, so we have history on our side in our claim to be a Christmas city. This year we have some real highlights – the Rotary Club’s Tree of Light switchon on Thursday 5th December at 6pm outside the Guildhall when Gloucester and England Rugby star Ben Morgan and the Mayor will flick the switch. This year we’ve added a second tree in Kings Square and some enhancements to the overall Christmas lights. We have Christmas markets in the city centre on 10th December and at the Cathedral as part of “Carols on the Hour” on 14th December. And as a curtain-raiser to Christmas, our very own singing sensation Mary-Jess Leaverland is finishing off her tour by performing at Gloucester Guildhall on 23rd December. So there’s plenty happening in the city for Christmas. Please support your local traders and have a safe and enjoyable Christmas in Gloucester.
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The Local Answer Event Listings are compiled and presented in good faith with the kind support of many contributors. We recommend you use the contact details provided to check event information updates prior to planning your visit. UNTIL 22 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS GROTTO AT SLIMBRIDGE Visit Father Christmas and receive a surprise gift. 12 noon-4pm. Saturdays and Sundays only. Normal admission plus £5 per child (including a gift). wwt.org.uk. 1 DECEMBER-26 JANUARY
CRANEBERRY FEST AT SLIMBRIDGE WWT Slimbridge will be buzzing with festive cheer at their first ever Craneberry Fest. Take the Craneberry Fest Trail to walk amongst the wetland wildlife. Make beautiful cranberry decorations for the tree. After Christmas make cranberry bird feeders.Open weekends and school holidays only. wwt.org.uk 4 DECEMBER SOUL REMEDY Formerly known as ‘Renegade’, Soul Remedy are a 4-piece Funk and Soul band fronted by the amazing Jessica Rhodes.
Rejoice! The Wonder of Christmas with Philomusica Chorus, Orchestra and Soloists
December 8th at 7.30pm
Come and join us at Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham for an evening of Carols and festive music in aid of Maggies. Adults: £12.00 Children: £5.00: Family tickets £29 (2 Adults & 2 Children) are available to purchase through the Box Office either in person; tel: 0 8 4 4 5 7 6 2 2 1 0 ; or via
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Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 5 DECEMBER ROTARY TREE OF LIGHT SWITCH-ON The Tree of Light at The Cross allows you to remember loved ones at Christmas time while raising funds for worthwhile causes. The tree will be switched on by the Mayor and Gloucester and England rugby star Ben Morgan. 6pm. Outside Gloucester Guildhall, Eastgate Street.. treeoflight.co.uk. 6 DECEMBER BEAT ROUTE FOUNDATION The Beat Route Foundation is an independent centre for music and arts based in Gloucestershire. For one night only they are set to take over the Rene providing Live Music on the main bar and DJ’s til the AM in the Cellar Bar. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 7 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS VINTAGE & CRAFT FAIR Enjoy some retail therapy at this popular city event, featuring traditional crafts and all things vintage. Adults £1, children free. 10am-5pm. Blackfriars Priory. helsbellesboutique.co.uk. 7 DECEMBER ONWARDS FLOODLIT SWAN FEEDS AT WWT Enjoy the magical spectacle of thousands of wild birds and Bewick swans wintering on Swan Lake in floodlight. Sat and Sun 6.15pm. £6/£4 excluding admission. Slimbridge WWT, GL2 7BT. wwt.org.uk. 7-8, 14-15, 21-24 DECEMBER FARMER CHRISTMAS AT OVER FARM Enjoy a trailer ride with a helpful elf to Farmer Christmas’ grotto. Feed his donkeys and decorate his tree. Hot drinks and mince pies. Tickets £12 each child including 2 adults. overfarmmarket.co.uk. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 DECEMBER BREAKFAST WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS AT SLIMBRIDGE WWT Father Christmas is paying an early visit to Slimbridge this year and is hoping your family will join him at an exclusive event. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and wait to see Father Christmas as he sweeps through the restaurant on his way to his cosy grotto. You’ll then be taken to meet Father Christmas, who will have a special gift for your child. After meeting Santa, help our friendly elf spread the joy of Christmas to all creatures by taking part in a special bird feed around Swan Lake. Book in advance on 01453 891223. Child £18, adult £13 – includes breakfast, present for child and bird feed. wwt.org.uk.
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8 DECEMBER BRITTEN’S A CEREMONY OF CAROLS A special candlelight performance of Britten’s beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choristers accompanied by Eluned Pierce on harp in the Cathedral Quire. Admission is free and no ticket is required. 4pm. Gloucester Cathedral. 11 DECEMBER GAZ BROOKFIELD The Bristolian ‘Journey Man’ Gaz Brookfield is a singer song writer telling tales of the modern man – a show not to miss. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 13 DECEMBER FOLKLAW High energy Folk trio. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. CAROLS & CHRISTMAS MARKET Over 30 stalls selling locally made crafts, Christmas cakes and chocolates, stained glass, jewellery and vintage collectables plus carols ‘on the hour’. Festive refreshments. From 10am. Gloucester Cathedral. 17 DECEMBER ‘BEST OF GLOS’ ACOUSTIC NIGHT Presented by Live@Gloucester Studio. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 19 DECEMBER STOCKING FILLER MARKET Lots of stalls and pre-Christmas entertainment. Buy those last minute gifts from this final Gate Street market of the year. 5-8.30pm. Gate Streets.
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New Year’s Eve Candlelit Dinner Dance Come along to our Dearman’s Restaurant and enjoy a memorable and romantic candlelit dinner with a delicious 6 course meal. Then dance to fabulous sounds from the DJ, as you anticipate the arrival of 2014. £67.00 per person event only of £132.50 per person including event, overnight accommodation and breakfast on New Year’s Day
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A feast of festive family fun! Wall’s Club on Hammond Way in Barnwood is playing host to Gloucester city’s biggest pantomime for over fifteen years. The GODS and JLP.UK present the most magical of all pantomimes this festive season – Cinderella. Running from 23rd December to 12th January – twice daily – the show will be a wonderful occasion for the whole family. With its fabulous cast including Alice Jean as Cinderella and Tristian Dior pairing up with Julie Hatch as the two ‘Towie Sisters’, plus the brilliant Jerry Lane (pictured right) excelling in the ‘Wicked Stepmother’ role, the panto is certain to delight young and old alike. Tickets start from only £8.50 and are expected to disappear as suddenly as Cinders’ glamorous gown, so don’t delay – you may miss out!
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GODS and JLP.UK present Gloucester city’s biggest pantomime for 15 years at Wall’s Club, Barnwood. The show will be running twice daily and will be a wonderful occasion for all the whole family. Tickets start from £8.50. To book tickets call the box office: 01452 396572. 24 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES Services in the spectacular setting of the Gloucester Cathedral. 3pm Family Crib service, 6pm Christmas Carol Service and 11.30pm Midnight Mass. XMAS EVE – RADIO NASTIES Retro Garage Rock is alive and it’s definitely kicking. A dancing frenzy with upbeat melodies and shuffling rhythms! Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk.
25 DECEMBER YOUTUBE SHOW! Christmas Day is the day to be jolly, and with full bellies, glasses and hearts we let you take over and choose the music for us to listen and keep the pub going until we just can’t dance no more. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk.
26 DECEMBER LEWIS CREAVEN BAND Lewis and his band have played some amazing shows for us this year, and they return with another amazing night of originals and covers for our Boxing Day party and we know they are just as excited as us! Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk.
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Gloucester Rugby would like to wish all Supporters, Sponsors and Everyone involved in the club a Very Merry Christmas! 27 DECEMBER THE LAURENCE JONES BAND Laurence and his band return for more great music! Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 30 DECEMBER MISS FUSION Soul, Northern, Motown, Funk, Cool Pop and anything with a groove – this 4 piece group covers tracks in their unique style, spanning over 5 decades. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 31 DECEMBER NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY In the main bar we will have two Dj’s on rotation all night to ensure the party is kept going as hard and as strong as possible! DJ’s on the decks will be: Dirty Lyle & DJ Pogo playing all the classics and anthems we love. Included in the ticket price will be a hot food buffet. Housebound Cellar Bar: Housebound will be taking over the Cellar Bar to throw a huge party to celebrate the massive successful year we have had down in the deepest underground bar in Gloucester! All year, every DJ, collective of DJ’s, and all our customers and friends have helped make it one of the truly unique venues in Gloucester! From 10pm late expect a night of Classic, Deep & Underground House from DJ’s Mr Yip & Lil Joey. Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk.
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Working for a safe & happy Christmas As Neighbourhood Sergeant at Barton Street Police Station, I am very pleased to have taken over the responsibility from Insp Neil Smith of providing you with this monthly update, and will endeavour to keep you informed of the city’s policing issues. The last month or so has seen the launch of a couple of exciting new projects. The first is the Barton Street Police Online Forum – the first of its kind in the county. We know that most people don’t like to, or are simply unable to attend community meetings – particularly as the nights draw in and the weather becomes more inclement. However, the majority of people do use the internet on a daily basis, so we’ve launched PS Tim Wood our online forum as a way of you being able to keep in touch with Police activity and offer your own thoughts on any issues important to you – all from the comfort of your own armchair. We’ll also hold regular live chat events (advertised on the forum). Please visit and get involved – the forum address is below. We’ve also launched a Gloucester-wide website, to draw together youth activity information into a single, readily accessible location for young people. The Just4Youth website (www.just4youthglos.co.uk) is mobile phone friendly and provides details by area, day of the week, or by using the search facility. All Yr6 to Yr13 pupils in the city will be receiving a card providing details. If you run, or are aware of, any activity that isn’t on the site, please let me know via the site’s contact form, or by using the contact details below. Since the clocks changed in October, city-wide initiative ‘Op Switch’ has been implemented to reduce burglaries through to the end of the Festive period. We’ve held crime prevention stands and visited ‘hotspots’ to help residents ‘target harden’ their homes. Victims of burglary and their neighbours now receive follow-up visits from local officers to help prevent further burglaries in the vicinity. On a different note, please think of those who may be more vulnerable during the Festive period and consider how you can help. Whether checking your elderly neighbour has food in stock or buying a homeless person a hot drink – if we all do something small, collectively we can make a big difference. Wishing you and your families a safe and happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
Non-Emergency Number – 101 In an emergency always call 999 Email: Gloucester.LPA.Communities@gloucestershire.police.uk Forum: www.bartonstreetpolice.forumchitchat.com Twitter: @BartonSt_Police
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