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Welcome to June ... What a month ahead for football and tennis fans with the World Cup and Wimbledon Championships taking place. For a few facts about Wimbledon, have a read of our ‘Did You Know?’ column. The ‘pick your own’ season gets fully under way in June with all manner of beans and berries to choose from at Primrose Vale. Why not enhance your enjoyment of the tennis with a traditional bowl of strawberries? If you’re not a sports fan, don’t worry – there’s such a variety of things to do in our ‘What’s On’ section, and an abundance of competitions for you to enter too. Don’t forget Father’s Day on the 15th June – treat him to lunch or, perhaps, make him this month’s ‘Delicious Dish’ and wash it down with a bottle of fine wine from Laithwaite’s or a bottle from Favourite Beers.
Inside this month ... Food & Entertainment 4 Delicious Dishes 5 Vouchers 6 Care Services 6 Holidays & Travel 9 Health & Beauty 10 Short Walks 12 Did You Know? 13 Pet Care 15 Property 18 What’s On 21 Homes & Gardens 36 In the Garden 39 Sudoku 49 Quick Crossword 53 Professional Services 59 Money Matters 61 Local Policing 65 Index of Advertisers 66 Competition Winners & Rules 66 Puzzle Solutions 66 Competitions: 23, 25, 26, 28, 29, 31 & 33 Page 3
Cheltenham Beer Festival Saturday 12th July The current ‘Friends of Cheltenham Samaritans’ group have been raising money for the charity for over 34 years with events as diverse as two large “It’s A Knockout” days at the Prince of Wales Stadium, several Dragon Boat Racing days on Pittville Lake and numerous treasure hunts, pop quizzes and other fun activities. For the last eight years their primary fundraiser has been the ‘Cheltenham Beer Festival’, and each year this magnificent, family friendly event has attracted around a thousand people to the Patesians Sports and Social Club on Everest Road in Leckhampton, Cheltenham. So far these festivals have raised over £75,000 for the charity! This year sees the 9th iteration of the beer festival being held on Saturday 12th July from 12 noon-11pm. There will be over 45 superb real ales available, along with a large selection of ciders and perrys. A Pimms Bar has been a regular feature in recent years, together with a wellreceived BBQ and live music throughout the day in the clubhouse. Only those drinking the real ales and ciders require tickets, but partners and children are welcome to come along as
well. Tickets are available from specialist beer and cider shop, Favourite Beers, on Hewlett Road, Cheltenham. They cost just £8 and the price includes a souvenir glass and programme! One of the key ways in which the organisers raise money at this event is by getting local companies or individuals to sponsor a barrel of beer. For just £50 you will get your name and a logo of your choosing on the barrel as well as getting a mention in the programme. Companies can also buy advertising space in the programme from £50. To help Cheltenham Samaritans through sponsorship or advertising please contact Leigh Norwood on 07595 349059. This is one of the most ‘chilled out’ beer festivals held in the county and is a ‘must’ for any fans of real beer and cider – make it a date for your diary!
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Steak, Guinness and Cheese Pie
Delicious Dishes with Helen Kingscott
Why not treat Dad on Father’s Day with this delicious pie? Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 medium red onions, peeled and chopped; 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 sticks celery, trimmed and chopped; 4 field mushrooms, peeled and sliced; 1kg of stewing beef, cut into 2cm cubes; a few sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves picked and chopped; sea salt; freshly ground black pepper; 440ml Guinness; 2 heaped tablespoons plain flour; 150g cheddar cheese, grated; 170g ready-made puff pastry (or 500g if you want a top and bottom to your pie); 1 large egg, beaten. Method: 1 You can make the filling the day before if you wish. Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5. In a large ovenproof pan, heat oil on a low heat. Add the onions and fry gently for about 10 minutes- try not to colour them too much. Turn the heat up, add the garlic, carrots and celery and scatter in the mushrooms. Mix everything together before stirring in the beef, rosemary, a pinch of salt and a level teaspoon of pepper. 2 Fry fast for 3-4 minutes, then pour in the Guinness, stir in the flour and add just enough water to cover. Bring to a simmer, cover the pan with a lid and place in the preheated oven for about 11/2 hours. Remove the pan from the oven and give the stew a stir. Put it back into the oven and continue to cook it for another hour,
or until the meat is very tender and the stew is rich, dark and thick. A perfect pie filling needs to be robust, so if it's still quite liquidy, place the pan on the hob and reduce until the sauce thickens. Remove from the heat and stir in half the cheese, then season carefully and leave to cool slightly. 3 Dust a clean work surface with flour and roll the pastry out evenly with a floured rolling pin to the thickness of a pound coin. Tip the stew into your dish and even it out before sprinkling over the remaining cheese. 4 Place the pastry over the top of the pie dish and crisscross it lightly with a sharp knife. Brush the top with beaten egg, then bake the pie directly on the bottom of the oven for 45 minutes, until the pastry is cooked, puffed and golden. Serve with vegetables of your choice.
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What is an e-cigarette? An electronic cigarette comprises three sections – battery, atomizer and cartridge. The cartridge, many of which are refillable, holds the e-liquid containing nicotine. The battery powers the atomizer to heat the e-liquid and, when air is drawn through, fine vapours are produced for the user to inhale.
Which one do I choose? The devices come in all shapes, sizes, colours and styles to suit ladies and gents alike. Paul and his team will help new customers choose a suitable product and explain the benefits of the device.
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Short Walks in the Cotswolds Haresfield Beacon
Langet Covert
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There is a lot packed into this relatively short walk with plenty of beautiful scenery to capture your attention. Allow extra time to admire the views and to linger in the lovely woodland, some of the beech trees are over 200 years old. A Use the Shortwood car park just off the Haresfield Road. Walk back towards the road and go through the gap in the wall on the right. Take the leftmost of the three paths, signposted ‘Cotswold Way’. Stay on the path until it splits into four. Take the second path on the left and follow it to the road. B Turn left onto the road and at the next road junction turn left. Cross the road to a stile to the left of Stoneridge Farm. Bear left and cross the field heading towards the stile to the right of the two radio masts. C Cross the road and turn right. After a few yards cross a stile and head downhill on the path ignoring crossing paths. Walk down the steep path to the track in the valley (Cotswold Way). D Turn left onto the track and walk through the wood staying on the track until you meet a road. Turn right and head downhill for ¼ mile (400m) to a bridleway on the left signposted to ‘Haresfield Beacon’. E Follow the path uphill at first, past Cromwell’s Stone and on to meet a road. Turn left onto the road and walk 30yds (27m) to a path signposted ‘Cotswold Way’ on the right.
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Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2010
1 This stone is known locally as Cromwell's Stone, erected to commemorate the success of the Parliamentarians in raising the siege of Gloucester in 1643. In July of that year Prince Rupert captured Bristol, leaving Gloucester as an isolated Parliamentarian stronghold in the west of England. King Charles also wanted to open up the River Severn as a supply artery and he surrounded the city on 5th August. It held out for a month, however, until reinforcements arrived under the Earl of Essex – around 15,000 men in all. The King decided it prudent to withdraw and gave the Roundheads one of their few successes in the early part of the Civil War. Why the stone was placed here is not known for certain but, if the trees behind were cleared, there would be an excellent view of Gloucester. F Turn right onto the path, go through two metal gates and up a steep slope. Cross a stile on the left where the path carries straight on to the right of the fence and bear right towards the triangulation point. 2 The site of the hillfort utilized the natural defences of the promontory. The outlook is excellent with steep slopes on three sides and the fourth closed off by a
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rampart and ditch across the neck of land to the east. It covers about 16 acres (6.5ha) in all and is so well sited that the Romans made use of it in their military campaigns. Numerous Roman artifacts have been uncovered, including a collection of 3000 coins.
3 From the triangulation point at the end of Ring Hill there is a superb view of the escarpment, and probably the best outlook over the Berkeley Vale. Several outliers are visible, including Churchdown, Robin Wood's Hill, and Stinchcombe Hill. In the distance is the Forest of Dean, forming a backdrop to the Severn below, and in good conditions it is possible to see the Severn Bridge.
G Turn sharp left and walk along the ridge keeping the valley to your right. Cross the stile and walk along the narrow path with a fence to your left. Pass through a gate and head down towards the road. H Just before the road turn right down steps and follow the path until it opens out into an open field. Bear half right across the open countryside to the topograph. Turn and head back to the car park.
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What’s all the racket about? With the smell of 28,000 freshly picked Kent strawberries and 7,000 litres of cream in the air, and the unmistakable sound of over 50,000 ricochetting tennis balls, Wimbledon is surely here. At 137 years old, Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, starting out as a men’s only game with wooden rackets and tickets priced at a shilling each. Women joined in the prestigious games in 1884, and as time went on we started to see a lot more of them. As the floor length dresses began creeping up, one brush of the wind and those brightly coloured pants had officials reaching for the rule book but without avail. However, in 1995 Tim Henman pushed the officials over the edge when angrily smashing a tennis ball inadvertently into the face of an innocent ball girl, crowning him the first disqualified competitor of Wimbledon ever. In 2007, 123 years after women began competing at Wimbledon, the women’s prize money finally equalled that of the men – and their serves aren’t far behind either – Taylor Dent’s fastest serve clocked at 148 mph in 2010 and Venus Williams creeping up with 129 mph in 2008. Maria Sharapova also reached an impressive 105 decibel grunt, the loudest ever to be recorded throughout Wimbledon! But Rufus the hawk hasn’t got his eye on the ball, as he embarks on his daily patrol around the Wimbledon grounds in pursuit of the pigeons out to ‘spoil’ the idyllic settings. So, in the spirt of being British – grab a bowl of strawberries and cream, pop the tennis on and lets hope for another British winner!
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Pet health supplements – do they really work? It’s not surprising that for almost every human health supplement there is an animal equivalent. But do they really work? Let’s have a look at some of the more common supplements and consider their benefits. OIL SUPPLEMENTS – These are extremely popular in the pet world – for years owners have been giving their pets some version of cod liver oil or Evening Primrose Oil for its supposed benefit for skin and joints. There is some encouraging evidence that good quality fish oils, high in Omega 3, can have some benefits on skin and joint health. However, they can contain large amounts of Vitamin A which can be harmful if the pet’s diet is already generally high in liver or other sources of Vitamin A. Evening Primrose Oil is popular, but as a plant derivative it has less of the beneficial Omega 3 fatty acids. It can also increase the risk of epileptic seizures or exacerbate bleeding disorders. Bottom line – fish oils high in Omega 3 can be beneficial as part of a balanced diet in certain conditions. PROBIOTICS – There are a large variety of human probiotics available, but it goes without saying that animals all have very different guts and gut bacteria. There are good quality probiotics that are species specific (there’s no point giving a rabbit Yakult!) and they can be quite useful when the normal gut flora has been affected by either a gastrointestinal disease or occasionally antibiotic usage. However, the benefits of probiotics are limited to specific conditions, so there’s no need to supplement an otherwise healthy animal. JOINT SUPPLEMENTS – In recent years there has been an explosion of supplements for joint health. Apart from the fish oils, supplements containing glucosamine, chondroitin or collagen have been used with some success in reducing the symptoms of arthritis. Some high quality senior pet foods will even have these added to them. The quality and source of these supplements is highly variable and the benefits generally mild. If you are going to use a joint supplement, use a good quality one that is ethically sourced. MULTIVITAMINS – As in humans there are differing views as to the benefits of vitamin supplements as the main source of vitamins should be from a good quality balanced diet. There are some circumstances where extra vitamin supplements are required such as in Vitamin B12 deficiencies, iron supplementation with anaemias, or calcium supplements in nursing bitches with eclampsia. Most of the time, pets enjoying a high quality diet should be getting all the vitamins and minerals they need. Health supplements appeal to us as a safe, natural treatment for various ailments and conditions. They can have a benefit for specific conditions but are not always appropriate for some animals, and the quality and source of these supplements can be highly variable. Be aware there may be much more effective treatments for advanced or debilitating conditions, so make sure you speak to your vet.
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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. EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 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. EVERY TUESDAY AND SATURDAY 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. 28TH & 31ST MAY FAIRY AND WIZARD WORLD AT THE BIRD AND DEER PARK – PRINKNASH After a magical event last year, Fairy and Wizard World is back for all the family to enjoy! Children can create their own miniature Fairy and Wizard Grottos, followed by lunch in the Gypsy Caravan, and then the Kookaburras will be out in flight. Join in the merriment and dress up ready for the facepainters to complete the outfit. £10 for children and £6.80 for adults. Book online at thebirdpark.co.uk. 01452812727. The Bird and Deer Park, Prinknash, Cranham, Gloucester GL4 8EX. 31 MAY QUEENSBRIDGE HOUSE Queensbridge House is celebrating it’s 30th birthday and holding a party! There will be music, games, food and animals.
The theme – Pearly Kings and Queens. 63 Queen’s Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2NF. 01242 519690. 31 MAY-1 JUNE VICTORIAN DISCOVERY WEEKEND AT CHEDWORTH ROMAN VILLA
Chedworth Roman Villa are celebrating their 150th Anniversary with their Victorian themed weekend of dressing up, stalls, games, Victorian photography, entertainment and re-enactments. Admission £9.90/£4.95. National Trust members free. Telephone 01242 890256. nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth. 1 JUNE SUMMER HOLLIE DAY Hosted by Fringe Benefits and La Bella Beauty, an event to raise funds for Hollies Kissing Seat and the Hollie Gazzard Trust. Thousands of pounds of raffle and auction prizes, hair and beauty treatments, refreshments, live music and a day full of fun activities. 10am-4pm. All to raise funds and celebrate in Hollies memory. Contact Fringe Benefits for more details: 01452 311606.
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4-5 JUNE PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH
Come and join Peppa and her friends for another all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles! The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa and her friends need to fix it – quick! As they set up a fete to raise the money for the repairs, they’ll need your help to make sure everything goes smoothly. So grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing! 2-6 yrs. £15.50-£17.50. 10am, 1pm, 4pm. 90 minutes including interval. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 6 JUNE LIVE MUSIC: LETZ ZEP Letz Zep recreate the iconic sound of Led Zeppelin. From the classics ‘Black Dog’, ‘Rock and Roll’ and ‘Stairway to Heaven’, to the haunting melody of ‘Kashmir’. Join this top rated band as they embark on their most ambitious tour to date. 7.30pm. £15 (£13) Child £11. Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. letzzep.com.
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Friday 13 June 2014, 7pm £8 (includes a drink) Cheltenham Ladies’ College Princess Hall, Bayshill Road Cheltenham GL50 3EP
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The Playhouse Company Presents
Improbable Fiction
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25th - 28th June 7.45pm Tickets £10.00 (£9 conc. Weds & Thurs)
A great comedy by Alan Ayckbourn. Directed by Anne Chandler
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6 JUNE LAITHWAITE’S FINE WINE TASTING Adam has been rummaging around in the cellars again! Join us as we open the type of wines usually saved for really special occasions. 7.15-9pm. £30. Call to book: 01452 651970. Gloucester Business Park, GL3 4AQ. laithwaites.co.uk/events. 6-7 JUNE THAT’LL BE THE DAY Back by popular demand, prepare yourself for the nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show ‘That’ll Be The Day’. Featuring a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, plus loads more zany comedy routines! Don’t miss an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock ‘n’ roll! £20-£27. 7.45pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.
SOCIAL BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE Every Fourth Saturday of the Month. 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
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WIN TICKETS! by Alan Ayckbourn and directed by Anne Chandler Wannabe writers, struggling with their plots and characters, try various genres to grab the reader’s attention. Truth is really stranger than fiction as this mad cap comedy reaches its hilarious finale. The Playhouse Company has been putting on great plays and musicals for over 50 years. Their team of skilled and experienced actors, directors, set designers, lighting, sound and backstage crew combine to deliver a wonderful evening’s entertainment with each show. Why not go along and enjoy their latest production and experience another excellent performance? Improbable Fiction runs from 25th-28th June (7.45pm) and we have three tickets for each performance to be won by lucky readers. To enter our draw send your name, address and telephone number to ‘Improbable Fiction’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘Improbable Fiction’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date for postal and email entries Thursday 12th June 2014. For more information about The Playhouse visit their website: www.theplayhousecompany.org.uk.
7-15 JUNE BURGER FESTIVAL AT THE BREWERY Special burger offers, events and competitions throughout the week in all applicable restaurants, with a chance to win family meals for Father’s Day. Visit thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk for details. 8 JUNE BEYOND THE BARRICADE Back by overwhelming public demand and celebrating its 15th fantastic year, the UK’s longest running musical theatre concert recreates original West End/Broadway musical hit songs. Featuring a cast of past performers from the West End production Les Miserables, and the 25th Anniversary Concert at the O2 Arena. £21-£23. 7pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 9-14 JUNE BLACK COFFEE Liza Goddard, Gary Mavers and Ben Nealon star. A quintessential English country estate is thrown into chaos following the murder of eccentric inventor Sir Claud Amory, and the theft of his new earth shattering formula. Arriving at the Estate moments too late, one man immediately senses a potent brew of despair, treachery and deception amid the estate’s occupants. That man is Hercule
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Poirot. £15-£28. Mon-Sat 7.45pm, Thurs & Sat 2pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 10 JUNE FILM: PHILOMENA
As a teenager in Ireland in 1952, Philomena (Judi Dench) has her son removed and spends the next fifty years searching for him in vain. Martin Sixsmith (Steve Coogan), a world-weary political journalist discovers her tale and they set off for America, together finding laughter even in the darkest of places. Nominated for three Baftas, Philomena is a compelling true tale of love and loss. £6.50 (£5.50). Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. philomenamovie.com.
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13 JUNE LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY – MIDSUMMER MUSIC MERRIMENT Enjoy a night of fun and live music whilst helping to raise money for a new conservatory for their residents. £8 (includes a drink). Cheltenham Ladies College, Princess Hall, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham GL50 3EP. To book tickets call 01242512569 or email jenniferclutterbuck@leonardcheshire.org. 14-15 JUNE FATHER’S DAY GLADIATOR ARENA WEEKEND: CHEDWORTH
Legio Augusta II, the premier Roman reenactor group, return with their Gladiator Arena. Bring your dad along and see him sold as a slave to fight in the Gladiator Arena. Demonstrations, stalls, chats and great family fun. Some activities at
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additional cost. 10am-5pm. National Trust members free. Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanworth, Gloucestershire GL54 3LJ. 01242 890256. chedworthromanvilla.com. 15 JUNE FATHER’S DAY Don’t forget to treat your Dad! 17-21 JUNE THE FULL MONTY
This compelling tale of six unemployed steelworkers who, low on cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives’
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enthusiasm for The Chippendales. However, their show will be better as they intend to go ‘The Full Monty’. The men strip themselves bare to reveal the real men underneath the veneer that the world sees. The Full Monty musical, adapted from the 1997 BAFTA Award winning film, retains the grittiness of the original Sheffield based story. On the big night, only one question remains – will they or won’t they? £13-£19. Tues–Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 21 JUNE VINTAGE & CRAFT FAIR Over 30 quality traders selling all things vintage, handmade, antique and collectable. The vintage beauty salon will be there and the vintage tearoom. We have live entertainment out in the cloister gardens and classic cars will be parked throughout the city centre. Blackfriars Priory, Ladybellgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2HN. 11am-5pm. £1 entry, children free. 22 JUNE CHELTENHAM CHALLENGE Welcome to the Cheltenham Challenge, the 4-in-1 off-road event for runners and walkers. 5k, 10k, half marathon or full marathon. Registration now open. cheltenhamchallenge.org.uk.
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The Wizard of Oz Promenade Productions are celebrating their 30th Anniversary year with this much loved musical at The Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham, from Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th July. Evening performances at 7.30pm and a matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday and Sunday. This production will be somewhat different from the 1939 Judy Garland film version. The story begins with a tornado that whisks Dorothy off to a magical land where she embarks on a journey following the ‘yellow brick road’ to find a wizard that can help her get back home to Kansas and give her new friends – the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Lion – what they want most. Toto and some other characters do not feature in this stage adaptation but there will be some unexpected surprises, a large cast, professional scenery and full orchestra – once again under the baton of David Manifold – and the production team is headed by husband and wife team John Pannett and Heather Newman. Tickets cost £8-£14 and are on sale now at Showcase, or call 01242 224144 to book your seats. To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your name, address and telephone number to ‘The Wizard of Oz’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘The Wizard of Oz’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date for both postal and email entries: Thursday 12th June 2014.
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Pantaloons ‘History of Britain’ Mud, blood and stiff upper-lips! It’s the ‘History of Britain’ as you’ve never seen it before. Join the critically acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company on 18th July for a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive and historically hysterical open-air show, packed with songs, sketches and silliness – suitable for all ages. The setting is the gorgeous Tuckwell Amphitheatre where audiences are invited to arrive an hour and a half before the show to enjoy a picnic in the idyllic grounds. Tickets cost just £13 (£11) and may be booked online at bacontheatre.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01242 258002. For a chance to win these tickets, enter our draw by sending your name, address and telephone number to ‘Pantaloons History’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email – send details, stating ‘Pantaloons History’, to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date for both postal and email entries: Thursday 12th June 2014.
24 JUNE FILM: 12 YEARS A SLAVE (15) Multi-award-winning, ‘12 Years a Slave’ is based on an incredible true story of one man’s fight for survival and freedom. Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor) – a free black man from upstate New York – is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing untold cruelty, Solomon struggles on to stay alive and to retain his dignity until he meets a Canadian abolitionist (Brad Pitt) who alters his life forever. 7.45pm. £6.50 (£5.50). 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. 24-28 JUNE UNDER MILK WOOD A work of genius – ripe with vitality, rich in humour and populated by eccentric, enchanting characters. Dylan Thomas explores the small Welsh town of Llareggub by the Sea. Written from the heart, both play and poem offers an unforgettable journey into the roots of language and the soul of Wales. £10-£28. Tues–Sat 7,45pm, Thurs and Sat 2pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 25-28 JUNE IMPROBABLE FICTION A great comedy by Alan Ayckbourn. Directed by Anne Chandler. Wannabe
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writers, struggling with their plots and characters, try various genres to grab the reader’s attention. Truth is really stranger than fiction as this mad cap comedy reaches its hilarious finale. 7.45pm. £10 (£9). theplayhousecompany.org.uk. To book tickets call 01242 522852. 26 JUNE DISCOVER INDIA
India can make a strong claim to be the most exciting and rewarding travel destination in the world. From the exhilarating pace of life in its colourful and vibrant cities to its exquisite temples and superb scenery, few visitors ever leave disappointed. Miles Morgan Travel invite you to learn more when Cox and Kings, specialists in luxury tours and tailor-made holidays, come to The Greenway Hotel &
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Spa, Cheltenham. 6.30pm. Call for complimentary tickets – lines open until 10pm – 01242 808549. milesmorgantravel.co.uk. NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY ON TOUR AT WWT Reserve warden and wildlife photographer James Lees will take groups of keen photographers out onto our 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 891223. 27 JUNE WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY With Iain Green at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre. Starting with an illustrated introductory session looking at composition, technique and equipment, you will then head outside for practical session of nature photography. This course is suitable for users of all types of cameras and the content will be tailored accordingly and to the needs of course attendees. Starts at 10am, lasts approximately 6 hours and costs £60 including tea/coffee and biscuits. 01453 891223.
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Magical Birthday Parties The Bird & Deer Park has many surprises in store this June with Teal the Gypsy Caravan in full swing for children’s Birthday Parties. Teal is ideal for birthday groups of up to 14 children and the hire cost includes entry to the park. If you are looking for a larger party group location then we have The Mad Hatters Marquee which is looking wonderful, with its new themed ‘Alice in Wonderland’ hangings, massive cups and saucers and local wildlife in attendance to give it that extra special feel! As always The Bird Park offers a wonderfully magic location for your child’s birthday. There is always so much going on, especially as we have two new arrivals – Reindeer calves called ‘Frozen’ and ‘Blanco’ who were born on the 15th and 16th of May. We are thrilled to announce that we are also expecting the arrival of a baby pygmy goat any time now and the park is full of ducklings and goslings which have recently hatched. For more information on any of the party locations then please call on 01452 812727 or visit www.thebirdpark.com
The Bird & Deer Park’s new Visitor Centre is now well underway with the Oak Frame arriving and work due to start from the 2nd of June. The project is well on target and looking great. The contractors have been working solidly, but did take a break to see the baby Reindeer arrive in May. The project is due to be completed in August 2014 – an exciting new attraction for us and our visitors!
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WIN TICKETS! For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 to watch the Premiership Rugby 7s tournament at Kingsholm on Thursday 31st July, simply answer the following question:
Which team won last year’s JP Morgan 7s tournament in Bath on 9th August 2013?
The Inaugural ‘Road to 2015’ On Saturday 3rd May hundreds of families took part in the inaugural ‘Road to 2015’ sponsored walk. The three mile route took in sights of Gloucester Cathedral, the Docks and the Rugby Posts in the Park, conceived as part of the Club and City’s build up to the Rugby World Cup 2015. Local schools, families, rugby clubs and businesses were invited to take part in the walk and raise funds for the Gloucester Rugby Community and their own chosen charities. The event raised just under £6,000 in total, with £2,147.40 being donated to the Community’s projects. Gloucester Rugby’s Tavis Knoyle and Darren
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a reader of The Local Answer! Dawiduik led the warm up on the pitch. Walkers then set off with a lap of Kingsholm before the Mayor officially started the walk with Adam Balding, Tavis and Darren. Gloucester Rugby send a huge ‘thank you’ to their event partners in the media, USN, Colour Connection and JS Security. They are also extremely grateful for support given by the Rotary Club, Gloucester Rugby match day stewards and volunteers, St John’s GLOUCESTER RUGBY Ambulance and Gloucester Police for ensuring Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road things ran smoothly and safely on the day. Kingsholm, Gloucester GL1 3AX The ‘Road to 2015’ will take place again t 0871 871 87 81 next year – to register your interest please e admin@gloucesterrugby.com w www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk email roadto2015@gloucesterrugby.co.uk
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Welcome to the Cheltenham Challenge, the 4-in-1 off-road event for runners and walkers. Enjoy spectacular scenery on a route following parts of the Cheltenham Circular Footpath and Cotswold Way. in conjunction with
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Swimming at Cheltenham College Sports Centre Swim a Song
Aimed at babies and children aged between 4 months to 36 months old. Introducing young children to water. Confidence and independence. Developing movement and water skills. Parent/guardian in the water learning together. Teachers ‘rescue trained’.
Club Swimming Adult only lane swimming (over16s) Joint membership available. from £125 + admin fee. Concessionary rates. Early morning, evening and lunchtime slots available. Width swimming also available:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (term time only)
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10-13 JULY AMATEUR MUSICAL THEATRE: 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. 9 JULY THE SUPERSONIC 70’S SHOW Take a trip down memory lane with some of the biggest hits from the 70s. From Queen, John Miles, The Carpenters and ELO, the band also perform stunning renditions of chart toppers by 10cc, Wings, Andrew Gold and Donna Summer. £24. 7.45pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 10 JULY MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS
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7.45pm. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk. 11 JULY 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. MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
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Operational success – but it’s a circle capture It is pleasing to write that we have not had to discuss burglaries for a while, and long may that continue. Our proactive team of officers, under operational name SPA, have had some good successes recently in locking up three prolific burglars and robbers. These sort of people cause real harm to our communities, but we cannot be complacent as the circle of capture, sentencing and release continues with some more prolific thieves coming out over the next few weeks. We have good working relations with our partners in probation and the prison service and we give plenty of notice for when these type of individuals are coming out, and the intelligence they provide usually gives us the heads up about how they have been behaving in prison and whether they prove a risk in the future. This is priceless information in preparation for their release, all with the aim of keeping our communities as safe as possible. But remember to be as sensible as possible in protecting your property and call us if you see anything suspicious.
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At a recent debate the question being asked was ‘what do the Police deal with the most’. The answer I gave caused a little consternation and debate – that crime was not actually top in our table of demands. For some departments in the Police it would be the only thing they dealt with, for example the CID, but for local Policing we cover so much more. Missing persons and dealing with the vulnerable and unfortunates in our society take up a huge amount of our time. One could argue that the Police should only be dealing with crime but the counter argument would be that who else is best placed to deal with the immediate care of the vulnerable and the missing. If I am being honest, we are not as skilled and versed in using the volunteer and welfare sector as we could be to take some of our burden away, and that is something I am determined to rectify when we get the opportunity in the next few months as we move to a more proactive and targeted neighbourhood policing team. There has been some national debate over crime recording and whether our gathering of figures can be trusted. Well, the recent visit by the Inspectorate shows we have reason to be confident in the integrity of our crime recording processes and that of our staff.
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WHAT’S ON Clubs & Sports Bickos Bike Shack 32 Caroline Crowther Intro’s 33 Cheltenham College 30 28 Gloucester Rugby 33 Shipton Golf Course Events & Attractions Bacon Theatre 26 Cheltenham Beer Festival 4 Cheltenham Challenge 28 Midsummer Music 21 Patesians Club Hospitality 33 Prinknash Bird & Deer 27 Promenade Productions 25 Slimbridge WWT 22 The Brewery 29 The Everyman Theatre 31 The Playhouse 23 Woodchester Mansion 25
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Insanity Classes 33 Leckhampton Chiropractic 10 Mobile Chiropodist 10 NHS – Let’s Talk 10 Spa Vapes 6, 11 & 53 The Alchemy of Beauty 10 The Guild Hairdressing 10 The Haven 10
RS Cladding and Roofing 42 Staverton Building 48 SWS Plastering 62 Weathertech 49 Carpentry 61 Nick Burton Three Piece Joinery 47 Cleaning Services Britannia Cleaning 39 & 49 Female Window Cleaner 47 Hard Pressed for Time 51 Oven Busters 56 Pink Fairy Cleaning 56 Regency Cleaning 60 The Housekeeper 45 Electrical Services Beacon Electrical 62 Cotswold Rewires 61 County Electrical 64 Furnishing & Appliances FireStyles 55 Just Fabrics 37 MWE Furnishings Ltd 36 New Blinds 40 New Blinds – Awnings 53 New Blinds – Shutters 43 Spa Service 47 Stoves and Fireplaces 53 Garden Services Acorn Gardening Services 38 Challenge Fencing 38 Chosen Lawnmowers 39 Cotswold Garden Services 39 Julia Smith Gardening 38 Landscape Creations 38 Mark Clifford Landscapes 38 Master Sheds 40 Spa Landscaing 39
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COMPETITION WINNERS Congratulations to the winners of our May 2014 issue competitions: Bacon Theatre – Bike Camera Action – Joanne Martin of Broad Oak Way, Katherine Ashmore of Up Hatherley and Chris Nelmes of Hermitage Street. Everyman Theatre – An August Bank Holiday Lark – Julius Marstrand of Wymans Brook, Charmaine Gullick of Cedar Court Road and Mary Harris of Glamorgan Road.
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