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Welcome to July ...

Summer is well and truly here and this issue has plenty of fun activities, events, competitions and recipes to help you make the most of the gorgeous weather.

If you enjoy dining alfresco at this time of year, why not make it ‘Cocktail Time’ too – see our new feature and enjoy some food and fizz in the sun.

Fancy cooking outside? We have a fantastic competition this month to win a BBQ worth a whopping £475 courtesy of The Spa-Kling Pool Company.

Are you looking forward to a foreign holiday and, if so, are all the arrangements made? Miles Morgan Travel have opened a new Foreign Currency Exchange in their Montpellier branch and, as well as giving great rates on money, will help with other ancillary items such as transfers and airport hotels.

The Local Answer is involved in fundraising this month, as we encourage readers to join us in a ‘Barn Appeal’ on behalf of Cotswold Riding for the Disabled Association.

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Delicious Dishes 5 Property 8 Vouchers 10 Pet Care 13 Holidays & Travel 14 Health & Beauty 18 Short Walks 20 Cocktail Time 21 What’s On 22 Homes & Gardens 36 In the Garden 45 Quick Crossword 51 Sudoku 53 Professional Services 60 Money Matters 63 Local Policing 65 Index of Advertisers 66 Competition Rules 66 Puzzle Solutions 66 Competitions: 7, 25, 29 & 32 Page 3

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Delicious Dishes with Helen Kingscott

A great twist on the traditional Bakewell Tart with seasonal cherries Ingredients: 900g cherries, pitted; 2 tbsp cherry brandy (optional); 4-5 tbsp red cherry jam; 1-2 tbsp sliced or flaked almonds.

For the topping: 200g soft butter; 175g caster sugar; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 200g ground almonds; zest of 1 lemon.

Method: 1 Preheat the oven to 180C, 160C fan, gas 4. Toss the cherries with the cherry brandy, if using, and jam. Tip into a shallow ovenproof baking dish.

2 Put all of the Bakewell topping ingredients in a bowl and, using an electric hand whisk, mix them together for 2 minutes.

3 Spoon the topping over the fruit in the baking dish.

4 Scatter the almonds on top of the pudding. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until well risen, golden and set. Serve warm with cream or ice cream.

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Picture a beautiful summers day complete with friends and family, some cool drinks, and the smell of fresh food sizzling away on the BBQ. Team that with a bun, some ketchup and salad and you have a quick and tasty meal that everyone is sure to enjoy.

Thanks to the Spa-Kling Pool Company, we have a fantastic Beefeater 900 3-burner BBQ worth £475 for one lucky reader to win – so you can host your own BBQ parties and make the most of the English Summer!

Offering both grill and flat plate, you can cook with the ‘lid up’ for burgers and other favourites, or ‘lid down’ for more adventurous oven cooked treats. It’s even got a side burner!

The Spa-Kling Pool Company’s generosity is also extended to three runner-up prizes of some family favourite garden games – Get Knotted, Sack Race and Giant Pick Up Sticks.

To be entered into our draw, just send your name, address and telephone number to ‘Spa-Kling Pool’, 1 Ullenwood Court, Ulenwood, Cheltenham GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘Spa-Kling Pool’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk.

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COTSWOLD RDA BARN APPEAL

Help us make a difference The Local Answer has expanded! In addition to magazines serving the Cheltenham and Gloucester areas, we now have a new publication. As its name suggests, the ‘Gloucestershire North’ edition covers the north of the county, including Tewkesbury, Bishop’s Cleeve, Winchcombe, Bredon and the surrounding areas – increasing our monthly distribution to over 100,000 magazines delivered door-todoor, and extra copies available at 200+ outlets.

Because of our growing presence in the community, Cotswold Riding for the Disabled Association have asked if we can help them with an urgent problem – to ensure local disabled people don’t miss out on the pleasure and therapeutic benefits they get from riding at the local charity’s school at Cheltenham Racecourse throughout the coming winter.

Consequently, we are running a fundraising appeal on behalf of Cotswold RDA to help them with a special project to buy a barn and build pathways across their fields, and we’d be extremely grateful of any help you can give.

Benefiting disabled children and adults Cotswold RDA provides riding lessons for disabled children and adults all year round during term times, and riders from schools in Cheltenham, Gloucester and Tewkesbury, plus individuals from all over the county currently benefit from the charity’s work. The lessons help improve each rider’s confidence, as well as developing and supporting therapy and achievement.

Most of you will remember the terrible weather that hit us at the end of 2013 – well that’s why this appeal is so important. The fields were extremely water-logged, making access to the riding school too difficult. In addition, the lack of grass and shelter for the ponies created its own set of problems.

Thanks to the generosity of the Racecourse, a temporary solution to ‘homing’ the ponies was found while arrangements were made for most of Dave meets Dave: The Local Answer’s them to be accommodated Dave Kingscott meets Dave the pony. off site – dictating the

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closure of the school for six weeks and disappointment for all the riders, which can have a detrimental effect on their physical and mental health.

The charity is not funded by the government and, in addition to donations from the public, relies on revenue generated through its classes – so finances were badly affected by their cancellation.

To avoid a repeat of the difficulties caused by last year’s weather, with the help of others, Cotswold RDA Pony Welfare Officer Debbie Powell has researched various preventative measures. They are now ready to implement plans for the purchase of a new barn capable of supporting all the ponies, and creation of a hard standing area surrounding the barn and a stone pathway connecting it to the fields and making access to the school possible.

Great deal of help needed Staff and volunteers have already started raising ‘barn’ money through car boot sales, tombolas and raffles. So far they’ve collected £4,700 of the £30,000 needed for the project, but it’s clear they’re going to need a great deal of help to raise funds quickly enough for the barn and path to be in place before winter.

Readers often tell us how much they appreciate receiving The Local Answer and particularly enjoy the local stories and information it contains. On behalf of Cotswold RDA, The Local Answer is asking those of you who are able to, to support their fund-raising appeal as soon as possible.

You can donate in two ways – either online via our ‘Virgin Giving’ page or by sending a cheque to The Local Answer – details at the bottom of the page.

We look forward to updating you on the progress of the appeal and thank you in advance for any donations you may make.

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Each round is made up of 150-400 copies per month.

The rate of pay is 6 pence/copy. Depending on property types, our current team of people average between 100-150 copies/hour (equivalent to £6-£9/hour). Magazines are delivered to Distributors’ homes towards the end of each month and we expect deliveries to be completed within four days between the hours of 7am and 9pm.

You must be 13+ years old, flexible, reliable and sufficiently physically fit to perform the duties.

To apply please contact Cindy: The Local Call 01242 541075 or 07720 098934 Email distribution@thelocalanswer.co.uk

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with Oliver Wilkinson of Charlton Kings Vet Centre The Charlton Kings Vet Centre is fully equipped with a sterile operating theatre, digital radiography, ultrasonography and laboratory equipment.

Drop in and have a look around. You will see many of the same friendly faces from our main surgery at Dragon Vet Centre.

You can book your visits and pick up food, medications or pet supplies at either surgery if it’s more convenient.

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Ticks – minor pest or major parasite?

To many people, ticks seem to embody all that is nasty and unpleasant about external parasites – big enough to send a shiver down the spine and the way they attach themselves aggressively to the skin sends some pet owners into fits of panicky hysteria!

The humble tick generates quite a bit of hostility towards itself, and removing them generates even more excitement and anxiety. There are many suggested techniques for trying to detach the little blighters – I’ve heard of people trying to burn them off (please don’t try that), or smothering them in alcohol or Vaseline to suffocate them. Removing them with a tick remover is actually very easy but the thought of leaving the ‘mouth parts’ embedded in the skin leaves some people too scared to attempt removing them at home.

Even identifying a tick causes some people problems. I had one pet owner bring their dog in after attempting to remove a tick from its tummy, complaining that every time they tried to pick it off the dog yelped. I had to explain to them that they had been trying to pick off their dog’s nipple!

So the question remains – how much of an actual problem are ticks? The answer varies depending on where you live. Australia has Ixodes holocyclus – the paralysis tick – which is lethal, causing a progressive and eventual complete paralysis of its host. If the tick isn’t found in time and removed it will certainly kill – it is so dangerous that an anti-venom has been developed for severely affected cases.

There are other types of ‘paralysis ticks’ in North America but, thankfully, we don’t have them in Europe. However, tick-borne diseases can be an issue, particularly on the continent. These are microscopic parasites, bacteria or viruses carried by the tick and passed on when it bites and feeds from a host. In Europe we are largely concerned with the bacterial infections of Ehrlichia and Borrelia and the blood parasite Babesia.

Babesia and Ehrlichia can be serious but, fortunately, are confined to the continent. I have, however, seen cases in dogs that have returned from France and Spain. Borrelia or as it is more commonly known – Lyme’s disease – exists in the UK and can cause fever, joint swelling, lameness and even kidney and brain damage. Thankfully it’s quite rare and mostly confined to specific areas of the country including the New Forest, Dartmoor, Exmoor and East Anglia.

Avoiding infection is achieved by good ‘tick prevention’ treatments, and prompt removal helps avoid infections being transmitted. Using a topical tick treatment or monthly tablet will kill ‘attached’ ticks, but they may still need to be removed. A cheap tick remover tool and appropriate tick preventatives can be obtained from your local vet clinic, along with advice on which is most appropriate for your pet.

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Holidays & Travel

Forgotten your travel money?

One thing that everyone seems to forget until the last minute is travel money for their holiday, but don’t worry – there’s now a new, local, cost-effective solution from holiday experts Miles Morgan Travel.

Located in the heart of Montpellier, Cheltenham, the company’s ‘Foreign Exchange’ service is available to everyone – you don’t even need to have booked your holiday with them to take advantage of their superb rates!

Manager Kylie Organ said: “We hold stocks of Euros and US Dollars, which allows us to offer the best rates on the High Street for these currencies – lower than both the Post Office and Thomas Cook!”

In addition to this, Miles Morgan can order in 44 other currencies at extremely competitive rates, and can have the cash ready for you within the week. The rates are updated daily to ensure customers get the best deal possible and there is 0% commission on all transactions.

The friendly staff are happy to look at more advantageous rates for large transactions and welcome the opportunity to quote you the deal of the day.

The company also offers a buy Amy Griffiths back service, which means that if you have any foreign currency left at the end of your holiday they are more than happy to buy it back from you – again, at 0% commission.

Foreign currency exchange is not the only service Miles Morgan offer to everyone, as Travel Specialist Amy Griffiths explained: “If you’ve already booked your

holiday but need help arranging ancillaries such as car parking at airport and ports, pre or post holiday overnight accommodation for anti-social departure and arrival times, or assistance getting to and from the airport – we’d be glad to help you.”

If you haven’t already booked your ‘getaway’ or dream holiday, why not pay Miles Morgan Travel a visit and witness their award-winning service for yourself?

Miles Morgan Travel, and it’s new currency exchange service, are open from 9.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Kylie Organ Saturday.

The new Foreign Exchange in Miles Morgan Travel’s Cheltenham office

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More than just a hair cut, a truly gorgeous experience Gorgeous-hair opened its doors on 1st December 2010 with Gary Bullock, the salon owner; Todor Kraev, senior stylist; and Sammy our Saturday girl, who has now progressed to a junior stylist with a NVQ level 3 in hairdressing.

Since then Gorgeous-hair, situated in one of Cheltenham’s most attractive areas, The Suffolks, has grown to a compliment of six staff.

Leah Wilmer was the next to join our team, an experienced senior stylist and wedding hair specialist. Sarah Milne, our budding young star and latest apprentice, is already turning out salon quality work and her future is very bright. Our latest addition to the team is Sarah’s older sister Katie, who has joined our growing team from another of the county’s top salons. She specialises in cutting, colouring and hair up, whether for a wedding, prom or just a big night out.

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F Enter the wood and follow the path.

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G At this post you will see a faint path angled back left down towards the river where you will find a footbridge. Cross the bridge then bear right then left through the first gate. Cross the field, with the river to your left to a five-bar gate at the far side.

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H Turn left, following the farm drive for about ¼ mile (500m) until it meets the public road.

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Classic Bellini Welcome to our new column, bringing you fresh, exciting cocktails to enjoy with friends and family. This month’s cocktail is the classic Prosecco-based drink – the Bellini.

The Bellini was created in 1948 by chief barman of Harry’s Bar in Venice, Giuseppe Cipriani. The cocktail is named after the 15th century artist Giovanni Bellini, because its soft pink colour reminded Cipriani of a saint’s toga depicted in one of Bellini’s paintings. The Bellini was a specialty in Harry’s Bar and, thanks to a French entrepreneur’s idea of creating trade of white peaches between New York and Venice, soon became popular at Harry’s Bar in New York.

This classic cocktail can be modified for those who prefer Champagne, which is known as the ‘Bellini Royal’.

Peaches are in season between July and September, so now is a perfect time to try our first fruity cocktail. If you’d like to make this cocktail at any other time of the year, tinned peaches can be used as an alternative.

We aim to bring you a new cocktail every month, but if you’d like to suggest one, email your favourite recipe to editorial@thelocalanswer.co.uk – remember to include the story behind the cocktail.

Ingredients: 200g fresh peaches, sliced (or tinned peaches); peach liqueur (Schnapps); chilled Prosecco; mint (optional).

Method: 1 Place peaches in a food processor and blitz until smooth.

2 Divide the peach purée between your glasses – about 50ml worth in each one.

3 Add 25ml peach liqueur to each glass and top with Prosecco, stirring as you pour. Garnish with a slice of peach and a sprig of mint.

PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY Why not have a Mocktail?

For a non-alcoholic alternative, substitute the Prosecco for Shloer White Grape.

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What’s On 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.

FOURTH SATURDAY OF THE MONTH SOCIAL BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE Everyone welcome to a fun and friendly dance evening featuring all Ballroom and Latin styles including Argentine Tango and Salsa. From 7.30-10pm. £6 per person.

The Wheatpieces Community Centre, Columbine Road, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP. Call DancewithDeb – 07760 763967.

MONDAYS CLUB ‘55’ PLUS Do you enjoy being active and meeting new people? Join our new club for lunches and activities each Monday evening at 7.30pm in a local pub – our aim is for fun and friendship. For more details call 01242 243888.

WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS JEWELLERY MAKING COFFEE SESSIONS Enjoy a friendly coffee morning and make your own fabulous jewellery with tuition

from Rachel in her shop at Verchiel Jewellery,1 Berkeley Mews, Cheltenham (behind the Swan). Wed 10.30-12.30, Thur 12.30-2.30. Only £5 including tuition and refreshments. Materials extra. Pre-booking required. verchieljewellery@hotmail.co.uk.

07828 552610. verchieljewellery.co.uk.

TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS BEGINNERS MAT PILATES CLASSES Improve core stability, tone and posture.

All Saints Academy, Blaisdon Way, Cheltenham GL51 0QW. £7 per class (£4.50 Concessions). Phone 0752 847 1091 for info and timetable. Tues 7pm, Sat 11am. synergispilates.co.uk.

28 JUNE FAMILY FUN DAY – OLD PATS CLUB A fun filled day for all the family, with organised novelty sports and races, tag rugby, BBQ, bouncy castle, face painting, a grand raffle with a TV up for grabs, and more. Free admission. 3pm. Patesians

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4 JULY AMERICAN THEMED SUMMER FAIR Come and have fun in our American themed fair with games and activities for all ages, bouncy castle, face painting, cake stall, BBQ, refreshments and much more.

All proceeds go to Lakeside PTA to provide the school children with useful equipment.

Lakeside Primary School, Hatherley, Cheltenham, GL51 6HR. 01242 524756. lakesidechelt.co.uk. 3.30-5.30pm. Entry £1 adults/children free.

5 JULY SUMMER FAYRE AT WOODCHESTER MANSION Fun for all the family. Live music, real ale, children’s games, gifts, raffle, cake stalls, tombola, Morris Dancers and guided tours of the mansion. 10am-4pm. Woodchester Park, Nympsfield GL10 3TS. woodchestermansion.org.uk.

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By the end of the course, students have created a minimum of 8 pieces of original art they can enjoy forever, from Beautiful Countryside Landscape Scenes to Incredible Seaside Vistas

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Check out www.handsamboatcompany.co.uk “A 9 hole pay & play course in the Heart of the Cotswolds” No need to book – Open every day from 7am until dusk

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WIN TICKETS! courtesy of the bacon theatre

Heartbreak’s ‘Pride & Prejudice’ Dance with Mr Darcy, converse with the ladies of society and steep yourself in all the warmth and humour of Jane Austen’s England in Heartbreak’s witty, lively and engaging adaptation of Pride and Prejudice in the idyllic open air theatre venue – The Tuckwell Ampitheatre – on Friday 25th July at 7.30pm.

Amidst the obstacles of sibling rivalry, social position and complex etiquette, mischief and marriage ensues. Incorporating music and dance, this immersive live theatre production will sweep you into the opulent world of society balls and amorous love affairs, and will educate you in the manners of Regency Britain.

Tickets cost just £13 (£11) and may be booked online at bacontheatre.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01242 258002.

To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your name, address and telephone number to ‘Pride and Prejudice’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘Pride and Prejudice’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date: 16th July 2014.

5 JULY 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 under14s) available from Milestone School, Hartpury Post Office or 07794 587133. www.facebook.com/milefest1. Tweet us @milefest1.

9 JULY THE SUPERSONIC 70’S SHOW Take a trip down memory lane with some of the biggest classic hits from the 70s.

From the towering majesty of Queen, John Miles, The Carpenters and ELO, the band also perform stunning renditions of chart toppers by 10cc, Wings, Andrew Gold and Donna Summer’s epic Macarthur Park.

These are just some of the highlights in this pop packed show. £24. 7.45pm.

Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.

10-13 JULY THE WIZARD OF OZ Promenade Productions. Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th July. Thur-Sat 7.30pm, Sat and Sun Mat 2.30pm. £8-£14. Tickets and information: Showcase 01242 224144. info@showcaseonline.co.uk.

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10 JULY MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling, featuring songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many, many more. £24-£26.

7.45pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.

11 JULY MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Enjoy a delicious 3 course meal with coffee, followed by dancing to our resident DJ until 1am. £29.50. Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall, GL4 8ED. 0844 814 9077. 077cs@jupiterhotels.co.uk.

BURLESQUE SHOW Back by popular demand, another stunning night of sophisticated tease, wonderful comedy and music with the UK’s finest artistes. Beautiful choreography, hilarious routines and classic humour combine to deliver the most highly regarded production of its kind in the UK. Join us for a fun-filled evening of Burlesque and Cabaret. £24. 7.45pm.

Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.

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12 JULY 9TH CHELTENHAM CHARITY BEER FESTIVAL Over 50 fantastic real ales, cider, Pimms bar, BBQ and live music to be enjoyed whilst raising money for Cheltenham Samaritans. 12 noon-11pm. Patesians Sports and Social Club, Everest Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham. Tickets £8, on sale at Favourite Beers, Hewlett Road.

01242 220485.

THE SIXTH GLOBAL DANCE FESTIVAL For the 6th year The Brewery is delighted to host a showcase of dance and musical variety in our annual Global Dance Festival. The Brewery will come alive with world music, dance demonstrations and a carnival-style atmosphere. Come along to watch the talent, enjoy the music and get the chance to take part in workshops throughout the day. With face painting and bouncy castle for the youngsters too, this event is guaranteed to be a family fun afternoon out! 1-7pm.

DANCING QUEEN Dancing Queen The Concert is an action packed party show featuring all the greatest hits from ABBA, Grease and the biggest hits from the 70s. Dancing Queen is the ultimate party show that will have the whole family dancing in the aisles. £24. 7.45pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.

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Birthday with the ‘babies’ As always The Bird & Deer Park at Prinknash has got masses going on with the recent addition of a new baby Pygmy Goat – seen pictured with Park owner Melanie Meigh (above). The two new baby Reindeer calves called ‘Frozen’ and ‘Blanco’ are also getting on really well and have settled in nicely. Despite their enclosure being scheduled for refurbishment, they are coping well with the diggers and dumpers and seem to be taking this all in their stride. They will certainly enjoy the benefits of the work later in the year!

The Gypsy Caravan is very much open for children’s party bookings, with seating for 14 children and two adults. In addition, the Mad Hatters Marquee seats up to 30 children and five adults. Both of these locations are a super place to celebrate your child’s birthday in amongst the birds and animals who really enjoy seeing the children.

Of course it’s never easy to get your child away from that magical moment when they are enjoying a cuddle with the hand tame fallow deer or getting close to the peacocks for that special photo.

For more information on any of the party locations please visit www.thebirdpark.com or call 01452 812727.

For all of you who are wondering about the new Visitor Centre, it’s coming along really well now and we are expecting the roof to be completed by mid July. For regular updates about the progress of the Visitor Centre, or for news on the birds and animals, follow The Bird & Deer Park on Twitter – @thebirdpark – or ‘like’ the Facebook page – The Bird and Deer Park.

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Asian, Oriental & Islamic Art Auction makes over £500,000 The most recent Asian, Oriental & Islamic Art auction, which took place at Mallams Auctioneers in Cheltenham in April 2014, made a collective sale total of over £500,000 (before commission). The auction saw a consistently high level of interest throughout the 600 lots and bidders from across the world competed for lots by phone, online bidding, commission bids and in the room.

Some interesting lots sold through this auction, including a painted scroll by Chen Shaomei (1909-1954) which made £23,000, a lot of four Celadon Jade pendants which made £14,000, and an unusual small carved bamboo Archers Ring which made £7,000.

Interest continues to grow Once again it was the lots of Chinese porcelain that seemed to create the most interest from bidders. A blue and white porcelain Rouleau vase (1667-1722) made £16,500 and a Chinese Famille Vert Rouleau vase made £14,000.

The past two auctions of this type held by Mallams

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Auctioneers (in October 2013 and April 2014) each made a collective total of over £500,000 – a sign that the interest in this market is continuing to grow. Entries are invited for the next Asian, Oriental & Islamic Art auction, which will take place on Wednesday 22nd October 2014.

To arrange a free verbal valuation please contact Robin Fisher on 01242 235712 or robin.fisher@mallams.co.uk.

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WIN TICKETS!

courtesy of the Everyman Theatre The Everyman hosts George Orwell’s classic, 1984, presented by Headlong in association with Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida Theatre.

April, 1984. 13.00. Comrade 6079, Winston Smith, thinks a thought, starts a diary, and falls in love. But Big Brother is watching him – and the door to Room 101 can swing open in the blink of an eye.

Its ideas have become our ideas, and Orwell’s fiction is often said to be our reality. The definitive book of the 20th century is re-examined in a radical new staging exploring surveillance, identity and how thinking you can fly might actually be the first step to flying.

This new major production explores the world inside Winston Smith’s head, as well as the world without, and catches the euphoria and bliss buried deep underneath the cold face of Big Brother. Headlong’s version explores why Orwell’s gaze is as applicable to the here and now as it ever was.

To book your tickets visit everymantheatre.org.uk or call the box office on 01242 572573.

To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your name, address and telephone number to ‘1984’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘1984’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date for both postal and email entries: Wednesday 16th July 2014.

15 JULY NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY ON TOUR AT WWT Our reserve warden and wildlife photographer James Lees will take groups of keen photographers out onto the 800 acres of wild nature reserve on a Land Rover. His inside knowledge of all the best wildlife spots provides numerous opportunities for taking unique photographs and you’ll learn about the best ways to approach wildlife without disturbance. Starts at 7.30am, lasts 6.5 hours and costs £60 including lunch. To book call 01453 891900.

18 JULY THE PANTALOONS HISTORY OF BRITAIN Mud, blood and stiff upper-lips! It’s the History of Britain as you’ve never seen it before. A delightfully inventive and historically hysterical open-air show, packed with songs, sketches and silliness.

Suitable for all ages. 7.30pm. Tuckwell Amphitheatre, GL51 6HE. Gates open 1½ hours before each performance for picnics. £13 (£11). 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. thepantaloons.co.uk.

19 JULY REMEMBERING WW1 Churchdown Male Voice Choir hosts soprano Susan Black and the Military Ladies Choirs of ARRC Imjin and RAF Benson in ‘Remembering WW1’.

Gloucester Cathedral, 7pm. Tickets £12

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from Colin on 01452 714360 or from the cathedral. In support of the Royal British Legion.

19 JULY-31 AUGUST NATURE EXPLORERS

Set sail on a voyage of discovery through WWT Slimbridge. Investigate British wildlife and habitats with fun activities, which will bring your family closer to nature than ever before. Activities include going on a mini-beast hunt, handling frogs and toads, and examining animal tracks.

Activities run from 9.30am to 5.30pm and are included in the normal cost of admission. 01453 891900.

20 JULY HUGLESS DOUGLAS Hugless Douglas is a huggable, lovable young brown bear who wakes up one morning in need of a hug. Blunderbus present this delightful new show with an

To advertise call 01242 510500

irresistible blend of music, puppetry and high energy storytelling, suitable for little cubs aged 3-7 years. Join Douglas for laughter, sing along songs and plenty of opportunities to join in! 5pm. Tuckwell Amphitheatre, GL51 6HE. Gates open 1½ hours before each performance for picnics. £10 (£8) Family £32. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. blunderbus.co.uk.

22 JULY SUNSHINE ON LEITH (PG) Based on the sensational stage hit and featuring the euphoric music of The Proclaimers. 9.15pm. Tuckwell Ampitheatre, GL51 6HE. Gates open 1½ hours before each performance for picnics.

01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk.

23 JULY THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Shakespeare weaves a web of romantic intrigue, cunning duplicity and comical foolery. Are the merchants trading on the Rialto respectable? Is the young Venetian trader a fortune hunter or a love-struck romantic? And who is the unknown lawyer pleading for the life of an unfortunate merchant? Join Rain or Shine for another gripping production and all will be revealed. 7.30pm. Tuckwell Ampitheatre, GL51 6HE. Gates open 1½ hours before each performance for picnics. £13 (£11). 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. rainorshine.co.uk.

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VEGAS/HOLLYWOOD NIGHT 29TH NOVEMBER IT’S ALL HAPPENING THIS CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE GLOUCESTER BOWDEN HALL HOTEL

PARTY DATES

DECEMBER 2014 Fridays: 5th, 12th, 19th Saturdays: 6th, 13th, 20th JANUARY 2015 Friday 9th Saturday 10th

Join us for a night of mystery, charm and intrigue at a Mistletoe Masquerade party.Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family or colleagues you’ll enjoy an evening of delicious food and festive entertainment all set to the mysterious backdrop of the Mistletoe Masquerade. Bar opens at 6.30pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am | Dress code: smart casual Price includes themed event room, three-course meal, table novelties and resident DJ.

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NHW started in 1982 and is now the largest organisation of its kind, covering 6 million households with 27% of the population belonging to 160,000 schemes across the country. As a national charity it is supported by the Home Office, the Association of Chief Police Officers and sponsored nationally by a number of major commercial organisations.

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The Cheltenham NHW Association takes responsibility for promoting the welfare and development of NHW Schemes and assists individual schemes where necessary. It acts as the liaison point between schemes and the police, and promotes crime prevention.

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Everyman Theatre – Karen Evans of Swindon Village, John Singer of Cheltenham, Pam Cruwys of Shurdington Road.

Playhouse Theatre – Joan Hughes of Overton Park Road, Irene 64 MacDonald of Cheltenham and Tracey Lockstone of Moorend Crescent.

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8 The Local Answer accepts no responsibility for the provision of the prize, which remains at all times the full responsibility of the prize donor(s). 9 By entering any competition you agree to have your name published in the next issue of The Local Answer should you be drawn as a winner of the prize.

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