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Our front cover features former Bath, England and British Lions prop forward Gareth Chilcott who recently moved his ‘sports tours’ company, Venatour, to offices at Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton. While they specialise in rugby, cricket and golf events, they can help with all your travel, accommodation and ticket needs for a wide variety of events – see centre pages. We have 8 competitions in this issue, giving you the chance to win a variety of prizes. There are theatre tickets for ‘Save the Last Dance for Me’ at the Everyman Theatre and Promenade Productions’ presentation of ‘Oklahoma’ at the Bacon Theatre, as well as free seats for the film ‘Les Misérables’ also showing at the Bacon Theatre. Turning to music, some tickets are still available (if you’re quick) for the McFly and Ronan Keating concerts on 13th & 14th June respectively at Kingsholm, and tickets for the McFly gig up for grabs in Gloucester Rugby’s competition – see page 17. If you prefer music from the 80s, Rick Astley, Tony Hadley and Go West are performing at Eastnor Castle in July – or there’s a whole weekend of entertainment at the Linton Festival, featuring 16 current international and UK artists. We’ve got tickets to be won for these events too! To celebrate Father’s Day, there’s an opportunity for you to win one of three separate ‘meals for four’ courtesy of three restaurants in The Brewery – Ruby Tuesday, Frankie and Benny’s and Après. And, finally, if you’re looking for a new front door, check out Emperor Windows’ competition on page 37. For the little ones, why not take a trip to Prinknash Bird & Deer Park to see their new arrivals? As well as being able to meet all the usual tame and friendly characters, the new feathered arrivals from Slimbridge are joined by two adorable kids – young Pygmy Goats ‘Dolly’ and ‘Snow Flake’ – see page 23.
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Contents Food & Entertainment 5 Delicious Dishes 5 In the Home 7 Vouchers 16 Did You Know? 16 Health & Beauty 17 What’s On 22 Famous Face 32 Homes & Gardens 34 In the Garden 39 Professional Services 53 Money Matters 57 People First Policing 61 Index of Advertisers 62 Competitions: 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31 & 37
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IMPORTANT: Due to the office location you should have your own transport The Local Answer Limited has a fantastic opportunity for a Business Administration Apprentice to be involved in a wide range of company activities. You will be joining a young, dynamic organisation that has already become the largest distributor of free local monthly publications in Cheltenham and Gloucester. The company has grown considerably over its 4 years of trading and your involvement will help structure future growth – assisting the development and creation of more senior opportunities throughout the company, including an opportunity for you to progress into Administration Management. As an apprentice, initially you will undertake the clerical and administrative duties to support the company’s departments, including: • To provide general support – including answering the telephone, taking messages, dealing with enquiries, booking forms, filing and photocopying. • To generate, distribute and maintain records of Sales, Marketing, Production and Human Resource activity – including daily, monthly and annual sales reports; advertisement bookings, letters, contracts and payment documentation; maintenance of artwork documentation system; assisting with marketing plans; and employee review procedures. • To provide day to day basic advice on administrative matters to managers and employees. • Create ‘Operating Guides’ for all systems covered. • Inputting data to spreadsheet and recording systems. • Learn and operate bespoke publishing computer software and systems. • To ensure that any necessary clerical and administrative processes, which support the company activities, are carried out effectively in order to help the company meet its objectives. We will help to develop you as quickly as possible in order for you to become a key member of the team – your success will be an integral part of the company’s future expansion plans as we complete our coverage of Gloucestershire. We will expect you to initially possess the following: Skills: Competence in IT systems (including Word and Excel), excellent communication skills, and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Qualifications: ‘GCSE B Grade’ or higher in both ‘Mathematics’ and ‘English Language’. Personal: Strong work ethic – desire to take control and accountability. Honest, reliable, logical, conscientious and keen to learn. Good interpersonal skills. The Local Answer is working in partnership with Prospect Training Services to recruit, and deliver professional training to, the right person for the role.
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Delicious Dishes Stuffed Pork Tenderloins Ingredients (Serves 6): 25g/1oz butter; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1tbsp freshly chopped thyme; Grated zest of half an orange; 50g/2oz fresh white breadcrumbs; 2 pork tenderloins; 2 tbsp olive oil; 200ml/7 fl oz hot chicken stock; 50ml/2 fl oz red wine.
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‘You get what you pay for!’ Have you ever ‘held on to’ a loved chair knowing that you’re quite uncomfortable sat in it day after day – but don’t do anything about it? Well, my husband asked what I would like for my recent birthday and, just as a joke, I said “I’d love a new chair”. Well that was it – the next day he took me to The Winnen Furnishing Company (‘Winnens’) in Selkirk Street to take the ‘Comfort Test’ in one of their Stressless recliners. I had seen adverts for Stressless chairs, and knew that they were quite expensive but, as my husband pointed out – “you get what you pay for.” What I didn’t realise was how impressive the Stressless range of recliners is, with so many variations in style for both fabric and leather upholstery, and over 60 colours to choose from. But it’s not just recliners on offer at Winnens – they also provide fabulous ranges of Stressless sofas, home cinema seating and office chairs, plus an array of tables and accessories. Everything looks great and, most importantly, you can rest assured this superb, innovative furniture is always designed with comfort, support and longevity as pre-requisites. My husband’s rationale for spending more than we ordinarily would do, was a mixture of his usual comments
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the other day to find the chair already installed in our living room – a wonderful surprise! I was also very lucky to have a footstool and a laptop table attached to the recliner which is proving very useful for doing my ‘write ups’ or catching up on my programmes on iplayer! The chair is so comfortable and glides back into the position I require so effortlessly – it’s difficult to imagine a more relaxing piece of furniture. And, if I’m feeling very tired, I can also tip the headrest right back with the ‘sleep function’. The footstool is also adjustable and provides maximum support for the length of your legs. Winnens’ showroom is well worth a visit – it’s local, they display a great range of excellent products from respected manufacturers, and the staff are extremely welcoming and possess a great knowledge of the carpets, floorings, curtains and furniture presented. You won’t get ‘cheap’ deals at Winnens, as they are generally given on ‘cheap’ products. What you will enjoy are high quality goods and service that represent great value for money. Whatever your reasons, if you too would like to treat yourself to a new recliner, be quick – Winnens have a sale on until the end of June, so you could pick up a bargain!
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Two American Army personnel meeting with off-duty British soldiers in Cheltenham High Street (c1918).
Elements of the US Army were to be seen in significant numbers in and around Cheltenham during both the World Wars. A late entrant into the fighting of the Great War in France & Flanders, American soldiers came to England for training purposes, and newspaper photographs of 1918 show them in huge numbers celebrating Independence Day (4th July) with a baseball game on the playing field of Cheltenham College. Having received the benefit of instruction in 20th Century warfare from their British cousins, they were soon on their way to France to take part in some fierce battles in the weeks just prior to the armistice in November. Twenty-four years later, the first contingent of US troops who would take part in World War II arrived in the town. Alongside the main Gloucester Road, opposite the present Benhall Estate lay a series of low-roofed concrete buildings which had housed Government employees evacuated from London to avoid the blitz of 1940. They were later to become the embryo Government Communications Headquarters, but in July 1942 these were taken over by the American Services of Supply, which would provide the logistics to ensure the movement of all goods needed, when the planned invasion of Hitlerʼs European fortress took place. The Americans also completely took over the Queenʼs Hotel, and also Thirlestaine Hall (lately HQ of the Chelsea Building Society), The Plough (now part of Regent Arcade), The Royal, The Ellenborough, The Spa and also Pittville Pump Rooms and Leckhampton Court. A large contingent of Military Police had their headquarters at Corinth House, Bath Road. Segregation of white and black American soldiers was strictly adhered to, with white Americans being housed on one side of Gloucester Road – black Americans on the other. The “Yanks” held sway in and around the town until October 1944, by which time the war was raging on mainland Europe, and the US Services of Supply moved over to France. A “Stars & Stripes” flag of America was presented to the town by their departing Commander, General John Lee, and this was duly laid-up in the Cheltenham parish church of St Mary. In handing back the base at Benhall, the Americans erected a flagpole having in its base a plaque inscribed “Erected by the HQ Services of Supply, European theatre of Operations, US Army, which occupied this location July 1942-October 1944”. Later in the war the S.O.S. became involved in a huge scandal when a flourishing black-market in cigarettes and petrol was found to have been carried out by members of the organisation. The Supreme Allied Commander, General Dwight Eisenhower (later US President), stated that ... “practically an entire unit had organised itself into an efficient gang of racketeers and was selling these articles in truck and car loads.”
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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. 1 JUNE BRADLEY ROAD SALE Once again the residents of this friendly road in Charlton Kings are joining together between 10am-2pm to hold a sale of plants, toys, books, general household and garden items, and much, much more! You’ll never know what’s on offer until the day – previous items include garden play equipment, gym equipment, bicycles, lawn mowers – even a house! Please join us as there will surely be something for everyone! 4 JUNE QUARTET [12A] Wickedly comic British film featuring Maggie Smith, Pauline Collins, Billy Connelly and Tom Courtenay as the residents of a home for retired opera singers. Old grudges threaten to undermine past glories and theatrical temperaments play havoc with the rehearsal schedule for their annual concert – there’s no guarantee that the show will go on.7.45pm. Tickets: £6 (£5). Box Office: 01242 258002. www.bacontheatre.co.uk.
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4-8 JUNE RUDDYGORE
Presented by The Cotswold Savoyards, this is Gilbert & Sullivan’s spookiest show and is a hilarious send-up of a Victorian melodrama. 7.30pm and 2pm Sat matinee. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. Box office: 01242 572573, everymantheatre.org.uk.
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4-9 JUNE CHELTENHAM SCIENCE FESTIVAL The eleventh Cheltenham Science Festival promises to be as diverse as ever, exploring everything from DNA and frontier medicine to comets and the humble cup of tea. Box office: 0844 880 8094. 6 JUNE DON’T DO DATING: HAPPY BIRTHDAY Drinks, buffet and celebrations for singles without pressure at the Lansdown Bar (upstairs). Bring friends and create new ones. www.dont-do-dating.co.uk / 07712 433978. 8 JUNE ANNUAL SUMMER FETE Great entertainment for children and adults (including Jumping Castle, Belly Dancers, Tombola) plus Good Food, Nearly New Toys, Plant stalls etc. 12-3pm. Sacred Hearts Catholic Church, Moorend Road, Charlton Kings GL53 9AU. FB Page: Sacred Hearts Catholic Church, Charlton Kings Summer Fete.
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Your kids will love our kids! Delightful Pygmy Goat Kids ‘Dolly’ and ‘Snow Flake’ are the latest arrivals at Prinknash Bird & Deer Park – confirming that Spring’s really here! The adorable pair are just 3 months old, are weaned and are getting used to being with the ‘grown ups’. They’re very amusing and interested in everything going on around them. And there’s plenty of exciting events to entertain the ‘kids’ this June with all the new arrivals from Slimbridge WWT, and the park has never looked more stunning. The other inmates such as ‘Toffee’ and ‘Treacle’ the miniature donkeys and the hand tame fallow deer are always there ready to meet and greet. For those who are looking for a beautiful and magical location for a child’s Birthday Party, then look no further – the famous ‘Gypsy Caravans’ and ‘Mad Hatters Marquee’ are perfect for the unique occasion and available for bookings throughout the year. For more details or to book, visit www.thebirdanddeerpark.com, email enquiries@thebirdpark.com or call the park on 01452 812727.
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WIN TICKETS! Courtesy of the Everyman Theatre, we’ve got a pair of tickets each for two lucky readers to win to see the fabulous Save the Last Dance for Me – showing from 1-6 July. With authentic recreation of the sound of Rock ‘n’ Roll, this nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ’63. For the first time without their parents, the siblings embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air Force base ... but young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds, and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful. Fantastic tracks throughout: A Teenager in Love, Sweets for my Sweet, Turn Me Loose, Here I Go Again, Viva Las Vegas, Little Sister, His Latest Flame, Suspicion, Can’t Get Used to Losing You, Save the Last Dance For Me and many more ... For full details on show times, prices and booking, call 01242 572573 or visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk. To enter our draw just send your name, address and telephone number to ‘Last Dance’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘Last Dance’ in the subject line. Closing date: Wednesday 12th June 2013. 8 JUNE SUE RYDER – STARLIGHT HIKE Join us under starlight for a 10k sponsored walk starting at Cheltenham Racecourse to raise money for Sue Ryder – Leckhampton Court Hospice. 10pm. Register now at www.sueryder.org/starlighthike or call 01242 246293. 10-16 JUNE THE BREWERY’S BURGER FESTIVAL During the week leading up to Father’s Day many of The Brewery’s restaurants will offer exclusive deals on burgers. Henrietta Street, Cheltenham GL50 4FA. Details: thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk. 15 JUNE EAST GLOS CLUB OPEN DAY
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17-22 JUNE LESS THAN KIND A lost Terence Rattigan classic starring William Gaminara (Silent Witness) and Sue Holderness (Only Fools and Horses). Also starring Charlie Hamblett who played the young Laurie Lee in the Everyman’s own production of Cider with Rosie. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 18 JUNE LES MISÉRABLES [12A]
In 19th Century France, ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert for decades after breaking parole. In a turn of events, Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s daughter, Cosette,
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and the fateful decision changes their lives forever. This is the eagerly awaited film adaptation of the well-loved musical. Breath-taking performances from the likes of Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway and Amanda Seyfried. 7.45pm. £6 (£5). Box Office: 01242 258002. www.bacontheatre.co.uk. 21 JUNE MURDER MYSTERY EVENING Theme – School Reunion Ball at Bowden Hall, which used to be a naughty girls’ school. Have a great night out with friends from 7.30pm-1am. £29.50 inc. 3 course meal and disco. Bondend Lane, Upon St Leonards GL4 8ED. 0844 815 9077 LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FAYRE Enjoy a ‘Seaside’ themed summer’s evening with stalls and activities for everyone including donkey rides, Punch & Judy show, bouncy castle, face painting, crafts, cake stall and BBQ. 3.30-6.30pm. £1 adults, children free. All proceeds go to Lakeside PTA to provide equipment for the children. Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6HR. 01242 524756 www.lakesidechelt.co.uk. 23 JUNE CHELTENHAM CIRCULAR CHALLENGE Popular walk/run for charity along a beautiful course. Different distances, team challenge, families welcome. Can you step up to the challenge? 01242 228999 www.cheltenhamcircularchallenge.org.uk.
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Re-live the 80s at Eastnor They were sleek, they were stylish and they were No.1 in the charts – three of the hottest 80s’ artists will be on stage together at Eastnor Castle in July for a night of pure musical indulgence – and, courtesy of KAL Music, we’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away! Rick Astley, Tony Hadley and Go West have countless Top Ten hits between them, and on Saturday 20th July they will perform not only their extensive repertoire, but also especially chosen duets backed by a fantastic line-up of musicians. Grab your friends, pack a picnic and get ready to party to ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’, ‘Gold’, ‘King of Wishful Thinking’, ‘Together Forever’, ‘Call Me’, ‘True’, ‘We Close Our Eyes’, ‘Whenever You Need Somebody’, ‘Through The Barricades’ and many, many more. Director of KAL Music, Keith Louch, said: “This will be three hours non-stop great music that will get everyone on their feet. Whenever we’ve presented these artists at picturesque locations like Eastnor Castle the fun starts when the gates open, the singing rarely stops and it is always a wonderful party atmosphere!” Gates open at 5pm for you to enjoy the beautiful setting at Eastnor – picnics are encouraged, and there will be refreshment stalls and a bar. The music starts at 7.30pm and will end with a fantastic firework finale at around 10.30pm. Advance tickets for adults are £32.50 and children (ages 5-15) £10. They can be purchased online at www.kalmusic.co.uk, or telephone Malvern Theatre (01684 892277) or Gloucester TIC (01452 396572). To enter our draw to win one of the pairs of tickets, just send your name, address and telephone number to ‘80s at Eastnor’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘80s at Eastnor’ in the subject line. Closing date: Wednesday 12th June 2013.
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This well known amateur group will be staging the first of what became one of the classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals at The Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham, from Wednesday 10th to Saturday 13th July at 7.30pm, with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm. The show features such ‘standards’ as ‘Oh! What a Beautiful Mornin’, ‘The Surrey with the Fringe on Top’, ‘People will say we’re in love’ and the title song ‘Oklahoma’. With Kate Aston-Williams as Laurey and Ben Perkins as Curly, the production team is headed by husband and wife team John Pannett and Heather Newman, with the orchestra once again under the direction of David Manifold. Ticket prices remain the same as for last year’s production of The Sound of Music, starting at just £8 to £14 – call Showcase now on 01242 224144 to book seats. To enter our draw to win one of two pairs of tickets, just send your name, address and telephone number to Oklahoma!, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘Oklahoma!’ in the subject line. Closing date: Wednesday 12th June 2013.
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McFly and Ronan Keating Concerts Gloucester Rugby are hosting two fantastic concerts Live at Kingsholm in June - McFly on Thursday June 13th and Ronan Keating on Friday June 14th – Don’t miss out, tickets are still available! Following on the memorable evenings of musical entertainment that were provided by The Wanted in 2011 and Tom Jones in 2012, this year sees two superb concerts at the home of Gloucester Rugby. McFly, who celebrate their tenth anniversary this year, who have sold more than ten million records worldwide and who have a new album out this summer, will perform on the hallowed turf of Kingsholm on the evening of June 13th. McFly’s drummer, Harry Judd, who was the winner of Strictly Come Dancing two years ago, has said the band love playing open air concerts due to the great atmosphere. Kingsholm certainly ticks that box, on both rugby and music occasions. Singer and songwriter Ronan Keating, who first came to prominence as a member of Boyzone, will perform the following evening of June 14th. The Irish singer, who has also duetted with the likes of LeAnn Rimes and LuLu, has sold an impressive 10 million copies of his 11 solo albums and has performed in fifty countries. 24-29 JUNE
There’s showbiz and scandal in 1940s London as two men struggle, in the shadows of a war-torn city, to thrust a new cabaret star into the spotlight. But off stage, sexual tensions threaten to reveal secrets more explosive than the blitz. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 26 JUNE LADIES ME-TIME Exclusive and intimate evening of pampering for ladies at the stunning Manor by the Lake with free treatments. 07712 433978 www.jttevents.co.uk/events/ladiesme-time-evening.
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Tickets are still available for both concerts and are priced at just £25 for McFly and £30 for Ronan Keating. VIP and hospitality packages are also available for both concerts and are priced as follows: VIP: McFly £55. Ronan Keating £60. VIP dining package (includes 1873 Club balcony seat & dining hot fork buffet): McFly £70. Ronan Keating £80. Executive suites for both concerts are also available. These suites are located in the Mira Showers Stand and are head on to the stage. They’re the best seats in the house! The suites, which include a two course meal, are priced as follows: McFly (June 13th) – a suite for a minimum of 10 people is £750 including VAT or a suite for 12 people is £900 including VAT. Ronan Keating (June 14th) – a suite for a minimum of 10 people is £850 including VAT or a suite for 12 people is £1000 including VAT. Book online at www.liveatkingsholm.co.uk or www.ticketmaster.co.uk. Alternatively contact the Box Office direct on 0871 871 8781 option 2. 26-30 JUNE PINK RIBBON 2013
Play in the World’s No.1 Pro-Am Snooker Championship. Anyone can enter or come along and watch. £10,000 prize money. In aid of cancer charities. £10 admission, £25 to enter. Please call to book your place or for more details: The Capital Venue, Edison Close, Waterwells Business Park, Gloucester GL2 2FN. Tel: 01452 223214. www.thecapitalvenue.com 27 JUNE DON’T DO DATING – QUIZ & DINNER Join other happy singles for a tasty meal and fun quiz at the Norwood Arms. www.dont-do-dating.co.uk / 07712 433978
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McFly will perform Live at Kingsholm on Thursday 13th June 2013 for what will be the first of two concerts held at Kingsholm. For your chance to win 2 x general admission tickets simply answer the following question: How many members are in McFly? Send your answer, name, email address and mobile phone number to competitions@gloucesterrugby.co.uk Don’t forget to mention you’re a Local Answer reader! GLOUCESTER RUGBY Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road Kingsholm, Gloucester GL1 3AX t 0871 871 87 81 e admin@gloucesterrugby.com w www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk
29 JUNE SUMMER DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA Presented by Janet Marshall Dance Studios. 7pm. Tickets: £10 (£8). Box Office: 01242 519357. Bacon Theatre, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham GLGL51 6HE. 30 JUNE ZUMBATHON WITH MANDY
It’s time to shake, shimmy and raise money for charity! This year, the annual Zumbathon with Mandy will be raising money for WellChild charity. It will be taking place at the Park Campus, University of Gloucestershire from 2pm-5.30pm. Tickets cost £15. For more information, please visit www.zumbawithmandy.co.uk.
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WIN TICKETS! Les Misérables
Cinema nights at the Bacon Theatre continue with the much-loved musical film adaptation, Les Misérables [12A], on Tuesday 18th June at 7.45pm. Brought to life by the screen director of the phenomenal The King’s Speech, Les Misérables has met with high praise indeed. The exhilarating score is given an innovative film treatment requiring the actors to sing live during filming and creating breath-taking performances from the likes of Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway and Amanda Seyfried. Set in 19th Century France, ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert for decades after breaking parole. In a fascinating turn of events, Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s daughter, Cosette, and the fateful decision changes their lives forever. Described as “a work of unusual power and colour” by The Observer, this promises to be a film worth watching on the big screen! Tickets to watch Les Misérables cost just £6 and £5 for concessions and may be booked via the Bacon Theatre box office on 01242 258002 or online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk. To enter our draw to win one of 3 pairs of tickets, just send your name, address and telephone number to Les Miserables, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘Les Miserables’ in the subject line. Closing date: Wednesday 12th June 2013. 30 JUNE, 3, 11 & 15-17 JULY THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
1-6 JULY SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME
Adventure, human folly, farce, romance and suspense combine in Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors, transformed for the great British outdoors by Gloucester’s professional Rain or Shine Theatre Company. Bring a picnic and low backed seating or rug. 30th June (6.30pm) at Sandhurst Village Green (01452 730354). 3rd July (7.30pm) at Toddington Village Hall Garden (01242 621440). 11th July (7.30pm) at Hempsted Village Hall Garden (01452 302714). 15th-17th July (7.45pm) at The Everyman Studio Theatre, Cheltenham (01242 572573). www.rainorshine.co.uk.
A new rock n’ roll musical from the producers of Dreamboats and Petticoats featuring the hits of Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 6 JULY STAR GOLF OPEN DAY Come along for a complimentary round of golf and the opportunity to play this beautiful Cotswold 18 hole par 3 course played over 9 fairways. Whether an experienced golfer or a novice, the course is an enjoyable challenge. 9am-1pm. Star Golf, Ullenwood, Cheltenham. Membership offers will be available on the
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day. 01242 534902. www.stargolf.org. MILEFEST – MUSIC FESTIVAL Great bands, family fun, food and drink, camping – all raising money for Milestone School for severely disabled young people. Funds raised will help provide fun outdoor learning for the students. 2-11pm at Hartpury GL19 3BG. Tickets £5 (£1 under-14s) available from Milestone School, Hartpury Post Office or 07794 587133. www.facebook.com/milefest1. MIDSUMMER FIESTA Live music, fun fair, arts and crafts, stalls, dance displays and much more being hosted by Cheltenham Stronger Communities Partnership in the beautiful setting of Montpellier Gardens. The event begins at 11.45am with a parade through the town with drummers and town crier. Open until 9pm. Free entry. VINTAGE AND CRAFT FAIR Live entertainment, vintage tearoom, BBQ, Punch & Judy, classic cars. Blackfriars Priory, Ladybellgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2HN. 10am-5pm. £1 entry, children free.
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The Brewery’s Burger Festival and Father’s Day ~ 10th-16th June 2013 The Brewery proudly presents its first ever Burger Festival that takes place in the week leading up to Fatherʼs Day. Throughout the week many of our restaurants will offer exclusive deals on burgers; some of the voucher offers are below for you to take advantage of. What better excuse to treat dad to a meat-feast of a meal at the Brewery? Look out for a "Man V Burger" event in one of our outlets, plus on Saturday 15th June, throughout the day Harvester will be sampling burgers for you to try. More details can be found on
thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk Continue the fun with a trip to Cineworld Cineworld or or The Screening Rooms to watch aa feast feast of dad-friendly blockbuster movies movies such such as After Earth starring Will Smith, Smith, the latest Superman blockbuster Man of Steel, Star Trek into Darkness or Fast and Furious 6. For details of these and more offers for the Burger Festival visit www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk
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2 for £10 on our Classic Burgers Valid every Monday to Wednesday
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Please present present coupon coupon at at time time of of order. order. Not Not valid valid with with daily daily spespecials, other coupon coupon or or holiday holiday offers, offers, for for alcoholic alcoholic beverages, beverages, or or in conjunction conjunction with with our our GiveBack GiveBack program. program. Limit Limit one one coupon coupon per check. Duplicated Duplicated or or altered altered coupons coupons will will not not be be accepted. accepted. Valid Valid for for dine-in dine-in only. only. Coupons Coupons cannot cannot be be resold resold or or traded traded and and have have no no cash cash value. value. Only Only valid valid at at the the Cheltenham Cheltenham restaurant. restaurant. Offer Offer is is valid valid from from 10th-16th 10th-16th June June 2013 2013
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a meal for Dad plus three! www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk/competitions www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk/competitions The competitions will run until Thursday Thursday 13th 13th June June and winners will be drawn at random and and contacted on 14th June. For full terms visit the website.
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10-21 JULY CHELTENHAM CRICKET FESTIVAL The country’s top cricket teams will be sure to provide some first class cricket and the atmosphere at the venue of Cheltenham College always provides a great day out. Cricket commences from 10.30am (weather permitting!). Tickets: www.gloscricket.co.uk/cricket/cheltenham 21-25 AUGUST THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD
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Gareth Chilcott Known to his friends as ‘Cooch’ – Gareth Chilcott is recognised in sporting circles across the globe – like so many of his contemporaries, a true character from the world of rugby. Born in Bristol and a former pupil of Ashton Park School, the 56-year-old has continued his involvement in sport since hanging his boots up some 20 years ago. His career in the ‘sports tours’ industry has resulted in personal experience and expertise that most would struggle to rival today, and it’s this knowledge and prowess that’s enabled him to recently start his own travel company – Venatour – specialising in major cricket and golf events as well as rugby (see right). At the core of his sporting and business success is his competitive nature. He played 363 games at prop, scoring 66 points, in an illustrious playing career with Bath. During this period ‘Cooch’ also won 14 caps for England, starting with his debut in 1984 against Australia. He locked horns with the Aussies again in 1989 while representing the British and Irish Lions down under. Much to the upset of many of us Gloucester fans, Gareth epitomised the winning mentality of, arguably, Bath rugby’s finest era to date. But, when the final whistle sounded, it was his affable character that endeared him to even the most ardent Cherry & Whites supporters. In fact, Gloucester Rugby benefited greatly from Gareth’s Kingsholm involvement during a 5-year commercial tenure. Cooch is an active Honorary President of the rugby charity Wooden Spoon, improving the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in Britain and Ireland, and an ambassador for SOS/iRB Kit Aid – a “green” rugby project that gives less-advantaged children around the world a chance to play and develop rugby in emerging nations through the collection and distribution of unused/unwanted recycled rugby kit from the UK and Ireland (www.sosirbkitaid.org), He is also a renowned ‘dinner speaker’, and had a brief time as an actor in the revived stage play Up ‘n’ Under which was set around a rugby league sevens tournament. His love of sport extends to football – he’s a keen Bristol City supporter and goes to many home and away games. If you’ve got absolutely no interest in sport and have managed to read this far, it may be due to recognising Gareth from a different sort of TV appearance. Originally shown in September 2011, a re-run of a rugby special episode of ‘Come Dine with Me’ saw Cooch enjoying food, drink and banter with Martin Offiah, Victor Ubogu and Kyran Bracken. Mirrored from his playing days, Gareth’s attitude of ‘doing the job right’ and then ‘having fun’ dictates he and his team at Venatour will be doing more than organising your travel, hotels and tickets for you – they’ll ensure your trips are full of wonderful memories to last a lifetime!
Ideal for loves spo Venatour is a new and individual sports tour company offering competitively priced holidays – providing escorted tours to select sporting events globally. The company commenced trading in 2012 from its Bristol office but last month moved to new premises on Staverton’s Gloucestershire Airport site. Managing director Gareth Chilcott explained: “Most of the team live in the Gloucester and Cheltenham areas, so it made sense to relocate.”
‘The personal touch’ Gareth leads a team that are passionate about delivering the very best to their customers. He said: “With an unbeatable, personalised touring experience, we aim to create and deliver selective but unique tours that include the personal touch for our clients. Headed by proficient tour operators and sporting personalities, we offer wellconstructed itineraries with the quality of the ‘Tour Experience’ being our main focus.” Venatour can offer packages to all sports events but specialise is rugby, cricket and golf. As well as the major events such as the Lions tour, the Rugby World Cup and Ashes, Venatour also has an extensive range of affordable RBS Six Nations packages, school and club playing tours – both within the UK and worldwide – and has access to a wide variety of corporate hospitality events and after dinner speakers. Recent
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Appetising Ashes For cricket lovers there’s the appetising ‘Ashes Tour to Australia 2013/14’ with Venatour’s cricket ambassadors Simon Jones and Adam Hollioake – it promises to be a fantastic series as the rivalry will be incredibly intense with the two nations having battled for the coveted bragging rights just months earlier (England host Australia this summer). The Venatour team will be focusing on their core business, providing Group and Bespoke Sports Tours to worldwide events, as well as specific ‘tailor made’ trips for individuals and parties to other events of their choice. Whatever your sporting and travel needs, Venatour are sure they can provide something distinct, personalised and within budget to all your favourite events.
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