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Welcome to our September issue and, for all you adults eagerly awaiting the start of the new school year – don’t worry, it won’t be long now! Although the school holidays are almost over, there’s still plenty going on in and around the city to entertain all age groups. Early in the month there’s ‘Gloucester Day’, ‘Gloucester History Festival’ and ‘Heritage Weekend’ – read about them in Councillor Paul James’ column and our ‘What’s On’ section. Another huge event in the county’s calendar, is the Newent Onion Fayre, which takes place on the 14th September. This is a fantastic day out for the whole family – see centre pages for details. Gloucester Rugby kick off their home campaign of the new Aviva Premiership season on Saturday 7th September when they host Sale Sharks. Let’s hope the Cherry & Whites can get off to a winning start. If you haven’t equipped your kids with all the stationery they’ll need for the new term yet, why not pop along to What! Store – see their advert for a great selection. Our ‘What’s On’ section also includes events for October to help you plan ahead. We’ve also got three fabulous venues – Bowden Hall, Holiday Inn and The Capital Venue – promoting their festive party nights for those who wish to get organised in advance.
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September is one of my favourite months – and not just because it’s when I tend to take my main annual holiday. It comes after the Council breaks for its recess (no formal meetings, but that doesn’t mean we stop working) so, in theory at least, we should all be relaxed and refreshed by the time September comes. It’s also the start of the new school year, the start of a new rugby season and a big month for events in Gloucester. Without wishing to jinx anything, it also tends to be a month of fairly good weather. I’ve got high hopes for Gloucester Rugby in the new season. Under Nigel Davies’ leadership, the squad has started to gel and that process will, I’m sure, continue. With the announcement of the Rugby World Cup coming to Gloucester in 2015, wouldn’t it be great if our boys were challenging for top honours by then! A return to Heineken Cup rugby this season is a good start. September is also the month of the Gloucester History Festival. It kicks off with Gloucester Day on Saturday 7th September. Gloucester Day historically marks the lifting of the Siege of Gloucester during the English Civil War. The day, reintroduced by Town Crier Alan Myatt, consists of the Mayor-making ceremony for the Mock Mayor of Barton, a Gloucester Day service, a Parade which brings the community together and a banquet in the evening. The following weekend is Heritage Weekend, where dozens of historic buildings which are closed for the rest of the year throw their doors open to the public. Our offering is consistently one of the best in the country thanks to the efforts of Gloucester Civic Trust. The Sheriff’s Assize of Ale - a medieval pub crawl for charity - takes place on Saturday 14th. Running until the 20th September is a series of history talks at Blackfriars Priory, which includes topics such as Gloucester Prison, Nuclear Power, Richard III and the Tailor of Gloucester. For more information visit www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk. Sometimes we get criticised for not making enough of Gloucester’s rich history. This is our chance to prove the critics wrong. Have a great September.
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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. STARTING IN SEPTEMBER WILDLIFE ILLUSTRATION Classes in Shurdington on Wednesdays during term time (10 weeks) 10.30am12.30pm or 1.30-3.30pm. Tutor is a professional Illustrator. Low prices. Contact Valerie Hopkins on 01242 231158. UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER LAND ROVER SAFARI Every weekend (weather permitting) from 11am-2pm, every day during school holidays at 2pm. Go out into the reserve with an expert warden and enjoy views of the wild birds that live on the banks of the Severn. Book tours on arrival at the centre. Adults £5 children £3. Slimbridge WWT, GL2 7BT. 01453 891223. UNTIL 30 OCTOBER CATHEDRAL LIBRARY TOURS Experience the Cathedral’s historic library, as well as enjoying access to the Triforium exhibition and the Whispering Gallery. Adults £5, children aged 6-16 £1. Available from the Cathedral shop. Gloucester Cathedral. 01452 528095. gloucestercathedral.org.uk. 30 AUGUST & 6 SEPTEMBER MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING AND PARTYLITE SALE Be part of the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, meet new friends and enjoy coffee and cakes to help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. 24 Enyon Close, Leckhampton GL53 0AQ. Contact Natalie: 07593 543427. 31 AUGUST & 28 SEPTEMBER ‘HAVE A GO DAYS’ AT PRESCOTT SHOOTING Try your hand at clay shooting (£25), archery (£20) or air rifles (£20) where you will join a group of up to 6 people for an hour’s tuition with a professional instructor who will teach you the basics of your chosen sport. All insurance and equipment is provided on the day.12+ for the clay
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Girls and boys welcome to come and play football for Brockworth Albion – Chartered Standard Club with qualified coaches. Meet new friends and play regular football. Contact Gary: g_norris@glos.ac.uk or 01452 551789 for details – it would be great to hear from you! WELLCHILD PETTICOAT FAIR 40s and 50s inspired vintage stalls and retro-themed workshops. Tickets £5 on the door or call Jess Akino on 0845 458 8171. All proceeds go to Wellchild. 11am4pm. Tithe Barn, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham. wellchild.org.uk. ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW An evening of live music with support from The Patsy Gamble Trio. 7.30pm. £22. Bacon Theatre, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HE. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. 3-7 SEPTEMBER BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY The sensational multi award-winning West End show is coming back to the Everyman! 7.45pm. Tickets from £13. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.
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7 SEPTEMBER GLOUCESTER RUGBY V SALE SHARKS The first home match of the new Aviva Premiership season kicks off at Kingsholm at 3pm. Cheer on the Cherry & Whites as they battle for victory at the start of their home campaign. Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester GL1 3AX. 0871 8718781. gloucesterrugby.co.uk. 7-20 SEPTEMBER GLOUCESTER HISTORY FESTIVAL Gloucester History Festival celebrates more than 2000 years of History with over 100 events for people of all ages. The Festival starts with the annual Gloucester Day parades through the city centre on Saturday 7th September, followed by Heritage Open Days from 12th-15th September and concluding with a unique series of History Talks from 16th-20th September. Heritage Open Days is a national event celebrating England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering FREE access to places that are usually closed to the public or which normally charge for admission. The 2012 Heritage Open Days in Gloucester was the 3rd largest event nationally. Highlights of this year’s programme include the chance to see inside Britain’s finest example of a Tudor timber-framed town house at 26 Westgate Street and the delightful Kingsway Manor Farm which dates back to the early 16th century. All but one of the History Talks will be taking place at the historic Blackfriars Priory. Talks will be on a diverse
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WIN TICKETS! Back to Broadway From the heartbreaking power of Memory, Music of the Night and Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, to the feel good energy of Summer Nights and Footloose – Back to Broadway celebrates the very best of musical theatre and will be presented at The Bacon Theatre on Friday 25th October at 7.30pm. Thirty well-loved tunes from Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, Les Misérables, Grease, The Lion King, West Side Story and many more will be performed live on stage by eight of the country’s finest singers and dancers. Back to Broadway combines captivating performances with dazzling costumes, stunning lighting effects and an amazing New York setting, to bring the excitement of Broadway and London’s West End together for one night of pure entertainment – dubbed by Musical Theatre News as “one of the top touring musical theatre productions”. Tickets cost just £16 or £14 for concessions and may be booked online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01242 258002. To enter our draw to win one of 3 pairs of tickets, just send your name, address and telephone number to Back to Broadway, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘Back to Broadway’ in the subject line. Closing date: Friday 13th September 2013. 14 SEPTEMBER KIKI DEED AND CARMELO LUGGERI Celebrating the release of their new album Sweeter Rain, Kiki will be performing at The Everyman alongside her musical partner, Carmelo Luggeri. They will be performing songs from the new album together with old favourites such as Don't Go Breaking My Heart. 7.45pm. Tickets from £19. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 16 SEPTEMBER RESTORATIVE GLOUCESTERSHIRE Are you non-judgemental and a good listener? Then why not become a volunteer at Restorative Justice Facilitator? Restorative Gloucestershire is holding a free information evening from 5-8pm in Cheltenham. Contact Sheryl at sheryl@restorativegloucestershire.co.uk or call 07896 857152. restorativegloucestershire.co.uk. 16-21 SEPTEMBER THE BUTTERFLY LION Starring Gwen Taylor, a wonderful awardwinning tale of enduring friendship. From the African veld to the rolling Cotswolds and the battlefields of First World War France, follow the adventures of Bertie and the White Lion as they strive to find sanctuary amonst devastating adversity. 7pm. From £14. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.
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20 SEPTEMBER THE GHOULS Rootless alt gypsy punk at Café René, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452 309340. From 9pm, free entry before 11pm. caferene.co.uk. 21 SEPTEMBER THE POLIO MILE-ITIS CHALLENGE Organised by the Rotary clubs of Cheltenham in aid of polio eradication across the world. The challenge is to lay a mile of coins in Montpellier Gardens. To
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