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Welcome to June ... It’s showtime! There’s plenty of festivals and shows going on throughout June from ‘Bjorn Again’ and ‘Chess’ to ‘Love Me Tender’ and ‘Sinatra, Sequins & Swing’. Have a look at our What’s On section for more ideas. If you’re planning your summer holiday and need to find somewhere for your furry friends to stay, check out our ‘Pet Care’ section inside. On the topic of holidays, this month’s travel article is about the wonderfully diverse Kenya – it could be inspiration for your next vacation. The ‘Money Matters’ article offers some tips for organising your currency early enough to benefit from good exchange rates, so have a read if you’re planning a trip soon. The ‘pick your own’ season is back in full swing at Primrose Vale and you could pick up some tasty rhubarb to make this month’s ‘Delicious Dish’. Don’t forget Father’s Day on Sunday 21st June – why not treat him to a meal at one of our fantastic restaurants.
Inside this month... Food & Drink 4 Delicious Dishes 5 Cocktail Time 6 Holidays & Travel 8 Pet Care 9 Picture Perfect 12-13 Health, Beauty & Care 14 Looking Good, Feeling Great 15 Mirror Mirror on the Wall 19 Style & Fashion 21 Medical Health 23 Parenting & Guardianship 28 Property 29 What’s On 34
Wild Food Foraging 49 Homes & Gardens 52 In the Garden 59 Interior Design 67 Sudoku 75 Wordsearch 78 Quick Crossword 83 Motoring 85 Gadgets & Gizmos 89 Save The Planet 91 Professional Services 94 Money Matters 95 Local Policing 97 Index, Competitions, Solutions 98
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Delicious Dishes with Helen Kingscott
Rhubarb and vanilla tart A fresh tangy tart topped with tasty hazelnuts Ingredients: 500g rhubarb, cut into 11cm lengths; 75g caster sugar; 1tsp vanilla paste or seeds from 1 pod. For the pastry: 100g cold butter; 200g flour; 2tbsp caster sugar; 1 large egg, lightly whisked. For the filling: 1tbsp cornflour; 120g golden caster sugar; 300ml crème fraiche; 2 large eggs plus 1 yolk, beaten; tsp vanilla paste or seeds from 1 pod; 50g roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped (optional).. Method: 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the rhubarb on to a baking tray, sprinkle with sugar and dot with vanilla. Mix then arrange in a single layer and cover with foil. Bake for 12-15 minutes until just cooked, but holding its shape. Set aside. Why not visit Primrose Vale Farm Shop & PYO and make your tart with their delicious raspberry red rhubarb?
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2 To make the pastry, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs then add the sugar. Stir in the egg, then knead until the dough just comes together. Wrap in cling film and rest in the fridge for 30 minutes. 3 Roll the pastry out on a lightly floured worktop to about 5mm thick and a size slightly larger than a 12cm x 30cm fluted tart tin. Use to line the tin, pressing the pastry into the flutes. Trim the pastry then push the sides up about 3mm proud of the tin. 4 Chill for an hour then bake blind – cover with greaseproof paper, fill with baking beans and bake for 12 minutes. Remove the beans and bake for five more minutes until you get a pale biscuit colour. Turn the oven down to 150°C. 5 In a bowl, mix together the cornflour and the sugar so it doesn’t clump. Add the crème fraiche, eggs and vanilla, then mix. Pour into the tart tin then bake for 30 minutes or until the custard is just set with a slight wobble. 6 Turn the oven off and leave the door ajar for 15 minutes, then remove and cool on a wire rack. Top with rhubarb, reserving the syrup. Chill until ready to serve, sprinkle over the hazelnuts (if using) and serve with syrup.
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Cocktail Time with Lois Kingscott
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Sangria Sangria is a typical beverage from Spain and Portugal, which usually consists of wine, chopped fruit, a sweetener, and a small amount of brandy. The fruit can include orange, lemon, lime, apple, peach, melon, berries, pineapple, grape, kiwifruit and mango. A sweetener such as honey, sugar, syrup or orange juice is often added to take any bitterness away from sour fruit or the brandy. Instead of brandy, other liquids such as Seltzer, Sprite or 7 Up may be added. The use of the word sangria in labels is now restricted under European law. Only sangria made in Spain and Portugal is allowed to be sold under that name after the European Parliament green-lighted new wine labeling was introduced in January 2014. Ingredients (to make 1 litre): Ice; ½ lemon; ½ orange; 2 tbsp white sugar; 500ml red wine; 250ml fresh orange juice; 250ml ginger ale; 50ml brandy; mint to garnish. Ice cubes Method: 1 Wash and chop the orange and lemon, including skins, and add to a pitcher. 2 Add the orange juice and sugar to the pitcher and stir with a wooden spoon to dissolve the sugar. 3 Add the ginger ale, red wine and brandy to the pitcher and stir. 4 Add ice cubes and serve. Garnish with a sprig of mint if preferred.
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WIN A HOSPITALITY PACKAGE FOR TWO PEOPLE! Patesians Sports & Social Club have kindly donated a Hospitality Package for two people – worth £150 – to enjoy a day’s food and entertainment in the club’s marquee at the Cheltenham Cricket Festival on Wednesday 15th July. The Old Patesians was one of the first local clubs to take a tent at the Festival, and that too has developed over the years from small beginnings. This year’s event runs from Wednesday 8th to Friday 17th July and all members and guests are welcome, whether to watch the cricket with a drink and/or snack or to indulge in the popular corporate hospitality package. There are still some spaces left on certain days – call Di Kingscott on 01242 519569. The Hospitality Package prize consists of ground entrance tickets, morning coffee and biscuits, four course lunch with bottle of wine, reserved spectator seats, afternoon tea with freshly made sandwiches and cakes, and a pay bar is available all day. To enter the draw, send your name, address and phone number to: Cricket, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Ullenwood, Cheltenham GL53 9QS. Alternatively, you can email details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk – please state ‘Cricket’ in the subject line. Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2015.
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Save money and help others in the process The Brasserie Group VIP Club was launched by Mannan Abdul in January 2014 and has gathered momentum ever since. From butcher to barber and bridal boutique to balloons, approaching 100 local businesses now benefit from promoting their offers to members. With the club open to anyone paying the annual fee of just £25, local people can enjoy huge discounts on an increasing variety of local goods and services – potentially saving thousands of pounds every year. But it’s not just local companies and their customers that benefit. Mannan is proud to announce that every penny of the membership fee will be split equally between two great charities – Hollie Gazzard Trust and Hope Foundation – to help people at home and abroad. Mannan said: “This really is a ‘win, win, win’ situation. It’s local people and businesses supporting each other through custom and discounts, and all of us getting great satisfaction in supporting G a z z a r d T r u s t people in less fortunate circumstances to ourselves both locally and across the seas. “There are many opportunities for the public to save money with national chain companies and online discount sites. The VIP Club helps a growing number of Cheltenham-based independent businesses to provide local people with savings, without themselves paying another organisation for the privilege – it really does deliver benefits to the town’s economy.” VIP card holders also benefit from invitations to
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Holidays & Travel with TLA Travel Expert
Natural landscapes and diverse wildlife Located near the equator in East Africa, Kenya has wonderfully diverse natural landscapes and wildlife, which are a significant part of why it is such a popular tourist destination. The main tourist season runs throughout the cool, dry months of June, July and August, and the hot, dry months of December and January. When the rains fall from March to May Kenya is much quieter, fewer tourists visit, accommodation prices fall, and some places close altogether. Wildlife-watching, khaki-clad tourists sat in open-top safari jeeps are the key selling point for Kenya’s tourist industry. The Maasai Mara is the conservation area to visit for the most dramatic game viewing and widest range of safari experiences. The immense wildebeest migration takes place during July through to October and
sees the movement of over two million animals – including gazelle, zebra and eland – from the Serengeti National Park to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. But this isn’t the only wildlife hotspot. The Samburu National Reserve showcases over 50 species of wild animals including oryx, zebra, giraffe and ostrich, while the Malindi Marine National Park is endowed with magnificent reefs and coral gardens that harbour sea turtles, whale sharks, dolphins and more.
Amazing alpine highlands There’s a great deal more to Kenya than animals, though. After a dramafilled safari, there’s nothing better than lounging around on beautiful whitesand beaches. The dazzling tropical coast has offerings for a whole range
of holiday-makers from those who enjoy a buzzing resort, to more chilled out customers who want to indulge in an exclusive island hideaway. If wildlife and beaches aren’t your thing, there are plenty of adventures to be had. The Rift Valley lakes are a natural area of outstanding beauty and offer a unique aquatic bird viewing spot; Amboseli provides stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro; while Mount Kenya features amazing alpine highlands and fantastic glacial topography of volcanic ridges. Accommodation varies from midrange safari lodges with buffetstyle cafeterias to private luxury tented camps, and all-inclusive beach resorts to exclusive luxury lodges. Whether you pack a bikini for the beach or binoculars for a safari, Kenya is sure to impress.
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Pet Care
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. 17 Lyefield Road West Charlton Kings Cheltenham GL53 8EZ 01242 220158
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Itchy, scratchy pets With warmer weather invariably comes the summer itches, brought on by skin allergies and the increasing number of external parasites that prefer warmer conditions. Dogs start to nibble their feet, shake their ears or scratch excessively and cats will also scratch or over-groom themselves, sometimes to the point of baldness. It can be distressing to see Fido or Felix constantly licking or chewing themselves, or to wake to the sound of a leg thumping repeatedly on the floor as a paw obsessively rakes an itchy bit of skin. The classic ‘hot spot’ is an area of skin infection where a pet has made the skin so raw from self-trauma to the point of creating a weeping, oozing mess of discomfort. Anything that sore obviously requires veterinary attention, but there are things we can do to try to reduce the symptoms or need for vet visits. External parasite control – flea treatments. Dogs and cats with itchy skin should be on the most effective monthly flea control available. Even one flea bite is enough to set some pets off in a vicious scratching cycle and some flea treatments are either too weak or slow to work to prevent a flea bite. Some pets are allergic to flea saliva and it is this allergic reaction rather than the physical bite that causes all the problems. New flea tablets that can kill fleas within minutes of administering are the best way to eliminate fleas as a potential trigger. A hypoallergenic diet – food allergies aren’t that common but a diet trial is a relatively cheap and easy thing to do at home. Pick a strict hypoallergenic diet such as Purina HA or Royal Canin Hypoallergenic and try feeding this for 4-6 weeks – remember no other treats or supplements during the diet. Food allergies are hard to diagnose but the easiest to cure, and a strict food trial is the only way to eliminate food triggers. Supplement with omega fatty acids – extra omega oils can improve skin and coat health and reduce the need for stronger medication. A healthy skin barrier will reduce some of the symptoms of dermatitis. Anti-histamines can help – talk to your vet if these are appropriate, but they can provide a low level of antiinflammatory relief and are relatively safe. Medicated shampoos – regular washing with a soothing or antiseptic shampoo will help to wash off contact irritants and soothe itchy skin. There are a large number of medicated washes available for skin problems that can significantly reduce the symptoms of dry, itchy skin. Allergy testing – ultimately, if a pet has a recurring chronic itch, sometimes the answer is either a skin patch test or blood test to try to work out what pollen, grass or dust mite is setting the skin off. If the offending allergen can be diagnosed it is even possible to be desensitised to it by having a vaccine made up. Finally, if all else fails we’re lucky that there are an increasing number of very effective anti-inflammatory medications that will settle itchy skin. There are many new treatments and drugs that are well tolerated and very effective in calming itchy skin. If you’re worried about your pet’s skin, don’t let them scratch in silence! Go to your vet and discuss the best flea treatment, food, shampoo or medication for your pets problem.
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Picture Perfect Most Embarrassing Dad
Thanks to all of you who sent in your brilliant pictures to enter our ‘Most Embarrassing Dad’ competition. Congratulations to Thomas, Jacob and Lyla Belle Rooum of Gloucester who submitted the winning image (above) of their dad, Chris! They have won £300 worth of beer for their dad courtesy of Battledown Brewery, Donnington Brewery, Gloucester Brewery, Goffs Brewery and Wickwar Brewing Co. Some of our other favourites are pictured above right.
WIN A FAMILY PHOTOSHOOT WITH YOUR PET! The theme for our July competition is ‘Adorable Animals’! Simply submit a photograph of your pet and you could be the winner of this wonderful prize! Courtesy of Jo Hansford Photography, the winner will also receive a portrait session with their pet and a 10” framed print of their favourite photograph. To enter, email your photo along with your name, address and telephone number to editorial@thelocalanswer.co.uk, stating ‘Adorable Animals’. One entry per person. You must ask permission to take photos of anyone or their belongings. See Index page for full competition rules. Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2015.
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Looking Good, Feeling Great with Matt Wagstaff
Quick tips to lose weight and burn fat With summer starting, beach holidays booked and a high chance of dropping a few layers, now is the time you often see hurried diets being started, gyms starting to get busier and more joggers pounding the pavements. The media often prints articles on health and weight loss that are likely to confuse the reader, so here are some simple tips on how to lose weight and remain healthy this summer and onwards!
Sleep More Getting 7-10 hours sleep per night is vital for losing weight and staying in shape. Gaining fat has been shown to be very common in those who do not get enough ‘zzz’s’. This is due to hormone imbalances, which leads to an increased desire to eat when tired, and a stress response which in turn leads to higher fat accumulation. So turn out the lights (including phones) and relax!
Drink More Water Drinking water, especially before meals, is very beneficial for weight loss. Firstly, it helps to boost metabolism – the break down process for energy within the body. Drinking 500-700ml water before meals can help control hunger cravings, which means you consume fewer calories during a meal. Remember to avoid sugary drinks
such as sodas and fruit juices where Exercise possible. The obvious one. Raising your heart rate helps to burn body fat and lose weight, Eat More Greens and exercising in different formats is Eating more fruit and key. Performing aerobic exercise vegetables can help such as swimming or cycling with weight loss goals helps you burn calories and because the fibre in excess body weight. Combining these foods helps the this with some resistance or circuit digestive system to use, or style training helps boost metabolism, get rid of, nutrients within the which is increased by gaining more gut. Fruits and vegetables muscle tissue. A higher metabolism contain a lot of water and have fewer calories than many other foods. leads to a higher rate of fat loss. Vegetables should be eaten with every Ditch the Short-Term Diet meal, and fruit eaten in lesser quantities Short-term diets can often be a gimmick. due to their natural high sugar nature. They occasionally work for a short time, Eat Breakfast but are not effective long-term and more Starting the day with a decent meal is often than not actually damage the essential and probably one of the most body’s metabolism and ability to burn important contributors to healthy weight fat. Instead of dieting, focus on making loss. Having breakfast starts the healthy changes such as switching from metabolism working, helping to burn refined sugary foods to fresh, single calories and fat. Contrary to past ingredient whole foods, food that has a guidance, eggs are a great way to start short sell by date and food that rots! the day, as they are full of great nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin B12 and a good array of amino acids or protein molecules. Eating protein and ‘good fats’ in the morning also helps burn fat for energy in the body! Coconut oil is a great food to start your day with, as it is very easily absorbed and used in the body.
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B A R B E R Andy’s & Co barber shop, situated on Bath Road, has been providing men’s grooming in Cheltenham for over 50 years. The current team consists of owner Andy Savvides along with four other full time staff – including Andy’s son Zak, who is completing his apprenticeship – and a part-time stylist who works on Saturdays. Originally established in Cheltenham in 1966, the barber shop has been in Andy’s family for five generations – not many barbers or salons can boast this and Andy is extremely proud that his son wants to continue the family business. Andy has been supported by Steve Pickering for 30 years, who is a great help in running and managing the shop. Having been successful for so many years and becoming increasingly busy, the team has expanded in order to meet the growing customer demand. Andy’s & Co aren’t into ‘speed cutting’ – they take their time and “do it properly” so that their loyal customers remain loyal. Clients travel from all over the county and even further afield to the shop, because there is a high level of trust and a real personal feel. Andy describes men as “creatures of habit” and explains that there are three bites of the cherry that any good barber shop should know. He says: “Firstly, you need to provide a great hair cut – that’s the obvious part. The second bite is helping the client to feel as comfortable as possible and getting to know them. A hair cut is a very up close and personal service, so clients must be able to trust you and see you as an approachable, friendly person. Finally, a barber shop needs to be a nice place to go – somewhere you can visit to escape the realities of life”. It’s clear Andy’s & Co have nailed all three bites of the cherry – the atmosphere couldn’t be better! The core skills to provide a professional service to the ‘fashion
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Pictured left to right are the current team: Rhys, Andy, Steve, Debbie, Nazariy and Zak.
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The secret of success? “It’s simple – we’re lucky in this job. We’re able to be creative, it’s extremely sociable, and every day is different. In this industry you have to love people and enjoy conversation, which is part of why our clients become our friends. I’ve been hairdressing for 20 years and have owned my first shop for 16 years. I love the whole experience, and it just keeps getting better. We’re decorating our salons all the time – changing the look and keeping it fresh – but the customers are always at the forefront. The salons must be a comfortable environment where clients can come in and relax for a while, whilst we pamper them and make them look beautiful. Training new staff and watching them work their way up my ladder is very special. We take three apprentices every year, which has amounted to training over 25 hairdressers with quality apprenticeships. My staff are loyal to me and most have been working with me for over 10 years – they have my back and I have theirs. A big thank you to my staff and customers – and watch this space!” Simon Greaves, Owner
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Beauty school dropout Turn back time and what young girl didn’t want to be a ‘Pink Lady’ after seeing Grease? Most recognisable by their satin lined, powder pink, bomber style jackets partnered with pink blush on their cheeks, and you’ve got yourself the classic ‘Beauty School Drop Out’. One of the best things about this trend is its versatility to flatter a variety of skin tones and easy way of softening the more edgy look. In true Grease style, it works perfectly for those carefree ‘summer nights’ making use of the pale pink and blue palette, which is the palette for SS15. Think back to Valentine’s Day and you’ll recall the subtler of the looks – the ‘soft romantic’. Whether making a statement is your thing or not, this particular beauty trend allows you to make a choice between the two. Pastel makeup seems like the
obvious choice when it comes to spring beauty, but to compliment the season, you want a colour palette that looks and feels light, fresh and perfect for the sunny weather. So when packing your make up bag for holiday this summer, remember it’s all about supersaturated pastels that snap! Be bolder with it – don’t just follow the crowd with the conventional girly approach. Paint your lips with vivacious peaches, pinks that pop or a vibrant plum shade they won’t see coming. If beauty school’s not for you, make sure you graduate to the top of the style class instead!
offers an interesting and sophisticated contrast between the beard and the bun. Lots of stylists and grooming experts are now encouraging men to grow their hair. Generally, men with long hair tend to keep it in better condition than women, as women fiddle with it too much – myself included! To create the perfect topknot, be sure to apply a matte hair product to the ends to help keep control in the wind. A key look this season is experimenting with texture – think polished yet understated, appearing effortless and naturally messy. For men, the key is to style with your fingers. There’s no need for a hairbrush or a blow dry like women do, as this creates volume where you don’t want it – the idea is to create a relaxed look. So if you’ve got the beard, why not embrace the bun too?
Time for a topknot! Following last month’s article which focused on those longer locks, there’s now the option for men to wear their hair tied back. Enter the top knot – or as it’s often referred to, the ‘man bun’. Like the ‘Beauty School Drop Out’ trend, worn in individual styles, this look could suit almost anyone. I have previously covered the (excuse the pun) evergrowing trend of men sporting a beard and this look in particular
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June at the Isbourne – a month full of well-being goodies! It is a very busy month, with no less than five Guest Speaker talks, not to mention the 80 or so other events we have lined up! A fantastic day workshop for children and their parents on 13th June will explain the work of Dr Masaru Emoto, the first person to make the ‘Power of Love and Gratitude’ visible. Children get free entry, so make sure to book! Through photographing water crystals and his teachings on how thoughts and words affect water, us and our environment, Emoto has left a legacy of work continuing through The Emoto Peace Project. On offer is a free copy of his book for children – ‘Messages in Water’ – a stunning slideshow and interactive experiments offered on the day by Hado Instructors and the head of the Emoto Peace Project Japan, Michiko Hayahsi. Jason Chan returns for a talk on 15th June at 7pm as part of our Monday nights series, with his ever-inspiring energy and light. Renowned Tai Chi Master Chan will open up a world in which you can connect to your own light and enable your life to be more abundant, fulfilling and joyful. Once you commit to cultivating this pure essence of you, your radiance will begin to shine and benefit all those you meet. New Hay House author Shann Nix Jones hails from the US, but can be found on a farm in Wales. Her intriguing story tells of how she fell in love with a Welsh goat farmer and learned how to use the healing powers of nature to cure her family’s ills and start a natural health phenomenon. Her diaries and spiritual insights have been documented in her best-selling book, ‘Secrets from Chuckling Goat’, available after her talk on 22nd June. Stewart Pearce has been a voice coach to an illustrious list of names including Princess Diana, Margaret Thatcher, Hugh Bonneville, Vanessa Redgrave and Simon Callow among many others. He is Master of Voice and a sound healer, who also gives extraordinarily rich workshops helping people to connect with the angels and beings of light. He teaches the energetic principles of the universe, and helps you understand how to raise your own vibration to be more creative and abundant. Draw the angels into your life with his heartfelt teachings and treat yourself to an amazing day, ‘The Angels of Atlantic and the Enchantment of Love’.
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The festival season is here With Glastonbury just weeks away what will you be wearing this festival season? There is one fashion trend that will never fail to flood the fields of UK festivals – the boho frenzy. In stores expect to see lots of fringing, denim, tassels and bohemian prints – all holding nostalgia to the time these festivals originated, in particular include the classic bucket hat and Woodstock Music and Arts fair, which trackie tops, all resurrected from style began in 1969. icons the Stone Roses. Or for the more hipster crowd, crazy printed shirts and embroidered waistcoats worn with oversized harem pants. The classic 90s neon tracksuit is always a popular choice at festivals – thrift shops are a treasure trove for them. We’ve all been horrified by the thought of our parents wearing a bum bag on those unforgettable family holidays, and it just so happens that another un-cool 90s classic has become cool. A practical accessory for any festival goer with a secure pouch to store all your essentials. Check out ASOS’s eclectic collection online – with block colours, metallics, prints, sequins and vintage pieces there is a wide range for both men and women. Lycra catsuits, leotards and matching two piece sets Coincidently, the 70s is the are super cool and so prominent trend for men and much fun in eccentric womenswear Spring/ Summer 2015 colours and prints. (SS15). Other menswear trends Have a look at Alexander
McQueen’s Kabuki inspired design worn by fashion icon David Bowie. Rihanna, Beyonce and Rita Ora have all rocked this look on and off the stage. With the track record of British weather, wellies and raincoats are essential. Transparent macs have been trending for a few years now and continue to be a popular choice. Embellished with glitter, floral prints and contrast binding, you can pick these up in most high street stores. Men can keep it simple with block colours, and packaway ponchos are also a great alternative. If anything, the gold mine of festival clobber has to be charity shops. Filled with quirky gems, festivals are a time to let go of any fashion hold ups and have fun with what you’re wearing. After all, your personal hygiene goes out the window so why shouldn’t your perception of fashion!
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Being more deaf-aware Deaf Awareness Week in May highlighted the challenges that people who are hard of hearing face on a daily basis. Over 40,000 people in Gloucestershire use a hearing aid, but many people do not realise that even with the help of a hearing aid, listening is not the same as how we hear with our ears normally, and this can lead to everyday tasks being frustrating and problematic. There are many devices that can be fitted to enable people to hear better but, even with the latest technology, it still requires the brain to re-learn how to process sounds. People who are hard of hearing cannot hear the full range of frequencies of sound, and the patterns of amplification become distorted. Science does not yet fully understand the brain processes that are involved, but the brain decodes the sounds differently to normal hearing and a slightly different use of mental processes is involved.
confidence and decrease in independence. Too often we see people raising the volume of their voice when speaking to a person who is hearingimpaired. This, however, is not the best solution. It is not just the volume that is a problem, but the background noise and the brain trying to separate the sound of speech from the everyday noise that interferes with hearing. We can get a sense of what this is like when we are trying to hear a conversation in a crowded room or by a busy road. To help partially deaf people to make sense of what we are saying,
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Background noise interferes with hearing When hearing is difficult, even things that we might normally take for granted can become an issue – making a phone call, using an intercom, hearing the doorbell, etc. And the loss of one of the main five senses can lead to other psychological issues such as lack of
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Recognise your parenting style Are you aware of how you parent? Do you follow your own parents’ style or are you trying something new? Here are nine ‘parenting styles’ as recognised by experts, all with different methodologies, offering varied outcomes for the children. Can you spot your style?
Authoritarian A strict, disciplined household. Military-style parenting featuring little warmth or space for ‘personality’ can create fearful children with low self-esteem with potential for aggressive behaviours as a means of venting frustration.
Authoritative Creates clear boundaries, has high but fair expectation of all children, with high levels of attention. Self expression is encouraged and independence fostered. Children are seen as happy and confident with good social skills and emotional control.
Neglectful or Uninvolved The least demanding and least responsive. As parents are highly self-involved, communication is at the lowest end. Only the basic needs of children are fulfilled, other developing needs being ignored or rejected.
long run it could create over-dependent Attachment children with low self-esteem and fear of Here, utmost importance is given to failure. developing strong emotional bonds. Parents are sensitive to their children’s needs and Slow Also known as ‘simplicity’ or ‘free-range’. offer continual emotional support. This can Parents allow children to grow as per their create robust, individualistic children. Often tastes and let them take the helm of their features homeschooling, organic eating and own life. With few demands or expectations, alternative approaches to education. they encourage children to explore the world Spiritual at their own pace. They allow them to develop their own interests and ultimately Spiritual or God centred parenting will hold faith at the centre of all decision making and let the child be who they want to be. teaching. Spiritual parenting creates a closely Equalitarian bonded family who constantly reinforce the This method sees the family as a team with presence of ‘Spirit’ within the family, all members having a say and a valued following rituals and celebrations and always opinion. Children are offered options and seeking to be God Centred. choices with information about So do you recognise your family here, or consequences to help them choose informatively. Mistakes are accepted and maybe you would like to adopt some of the seen as learning opportunities. There is no ideas listed? One thing is for certain – it’s concept of ‘punishment’ as all team never too late to try something new, and your kids just might thank you for it! members are equal.
Instinctive This style of parenting follows intuition with a ‘go with the flow’ attitude. Parents nurture their children in the same way they were brought up – they apply the same logic and rules that were applied to them in childhood.
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The Big Meal On a typical night, in a typical American restaurant, Sam and Nicole first meet. And so begins an exhilarating story that takes five generations of a modern family on a rollercoaster ride through life, from first kiss to final goodbye. The Big Meal received its world premiere in Chicago, and was declared the ‘Number One Play of 2011’. Deeply comical and genuinely touching, Dan LeFranc’s acclaimed drama – directed by Malcolm Ball – is about love, marriage and raising children. Eighty exhilarating years in just ninety minutes. The play runs from Tuesday 23rd to Saturday 27th June 2015. Tickets cost just £11 (£9 concessions except Saturday) and may be booked by calling the Cheltenham Playhouse Box Office on 01242 522852. To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your name, address and telephone number to ‘The Big Meal’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email by sending your details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk, stating ‘The Big Meal’. Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2015. 5-7 JUNE AMERICANA FESTIVAL A breezy musical weekend covering various forms of American music styles, acoustic and electric, including country, roots-rock, folk, bluegrass, R&B and Delta Blues. Music starts at 8pm on Friday night and doors will be open from 11.30am on Saturday. Early bird tickets £23. Normally £28 (£24 concessions) weekender ticket. stroudamericanafestival.co.uk 5-14 JUNE BURFORD FESTIVAL 2015 The Festival’s 50 events feature music of all kinds (contemporary, baroque, choral), an outdoor production of Twelfth Night, a theatrical installation project, 25 open gardens, tours, talks by authors and a fascinating range of other speakers. See www.burfordfestival.org for details. 6-7 JUNE BURFORD COLLECTORS CLUB 5TH RALLY Classic vehicles, trade stands. Admission £4 adults, £2 concessions, under 16s free (must be accompanied by a paying adult). 10am. Rough Grounds Farm, Burford Road (A361), Lechlade, GL7 3EU. burfordcollectorsclub.co.uk. 7 JUNE – 7 JULY BREAD MAKING COURSES Enjoy a full day making bread. Suitable for
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novices or previous experience, learn the skills from a real baker. Refreshments and lunch provided. Visit our website for dates and prices. www.grahamsbakery.org. 07779 302309. 9-13 JUNE HMS PINAFORE AND COX & BOX
Presented by The Cotswold Savoyards. You’ll be familiar with HMSP but probably not C&B. It’s a fast moving story of two men renting the same room without knowledge of the other. Cox works days and Box nights. Cox has a day off finding Box and mayhem ensues! 7.30pm (2pm Sat mat). £13-£19. Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. everymantheatre.org.uk.
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11 JUNE MARTIN ALVARADO; TANGO DE AMOR
Widely considered one of Argentina’s finest singers, Martín Alvarado is like an Alfie Boe of the tango world. With his stunning and colourful voice, he delivers his romantic repertoire, accompanied by phenomenal Finnish talent on the piano and bandoneon Mikke Helenius. Meanwhile the elegance and artistry of the Argentine tango dance is performed by award-winning Guillermo Torrens and Maria Maragaki, who will also teach a class before the show. Show only – £15 (£13 concessions). With tango class – £20 (£18 concessions). 7.45pm. Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. subscriptionrooms.org.uk.
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A cornerstone of English drama The National Theatre Live season continues this summer with ‘Everyman’, broadcast live from the iconic London South Bank venue at The Bacon Theatre on Thursday 16th July. BAFTA® winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in this dynamic new production, directed by Rufus Norris (Broken, London Road). Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when death comes calling. He is forced to abandon the life he has built and embark on a last frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defence. A cornerstone of English drama since the 15th century, Everyman explodes onto the stage with words by Carol Ann Duffy, Poet Laureate, and movement by Javier De Frutos. Tickets cost just £16 (£14 for concessions) 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 ‘Everyman’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email by sending your details to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk, stating ‘Everyman’. Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2015. 11-28 JUNE COTSWOLD OPEN STUDIOS Discover artistic talent around Cirencester at Cotswold Open Studios at 14 venues including Quenington Fresh Air Sculpture Show and a group exhibition at Wetpaint Gallery – near Beeches Car Park, Cirencester. Maps at Wetpaint Gallery, Tourist Information or visit cotswoldopenstudios.com. Studios open 10am–4pm on weekends 13th–14th, 20th–21st and 27th–28th June. Group exhibition at Wetpaint 11th–28th June (10am–5pm Tuesdays to Saturdays). 11 JUNE – 16 JULY LEARN TO KNIT WITH THE CABLE GIRLS Learn to Knit at Cheltenham Art Office, Lansdown Industrial Estate every Thursday, 7-9pm from 11th June – 16th July. £80 to include all materials, refreshments and goody bag. Intermediate course on Saturday 20th June, 10am–4pm. See thecablegirls.co.uk for full information. 12 JUNE DIABETES UK FUNDRAISING BALL Held in honour of Carmel Jones, Chosen Hill School are holding a ball at the Pittville Pump Rooms in aid of Diabetes UK. Tickets include entry, a three course dinner and live music from the Chip Shop Boys and Steve Sims. You may join an existing table or create your own table of
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ten. Doors open at 7.30pm. Black tie. £55pp. To join contact Kate Nicholls (kn@chosen-hill.gloucs.sch.uk), Matt Day (md@chosen-hill.gloucs.sch.uk) or call 01452 713488. OF OOZIES AND ELEPHANTS
Filmed in beautiful Myanmar in South East Asia by scientists and film-makers Suzanne and Simon Campbell-Jones, this is a touching documentary about the elephants that are loved and valued for logging. It shows how the Oozie (head rider) relates to his elephant and how the survival of these precious animals could improve. Followed by a Q&A with the film-makers. In aid of the Cheltenham Minster Church Bells Appeal. 7.30pm. £10 (£8). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk.
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Sensational concert-show – recommended “must see” by President of Sinatra Music Society. World class 15 piece orchestra featuring players from BBC Big Band/Ronnie Scott’s Orchestra and stunning new UK Swing star vocalists. 7.30pm. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1QA. From £16.50. Box Office: 08445 762210 or cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk. 13 JUNE 70S THEMED PARTY NIGHT Dust off those flares and get your boogie on for the best of the 70s. Includes a welcome drink, 70s music and chef’s choice of buffet. Fancy dress otional but encouraged. Prize given for best dressed. £15 per person. Hallmark Hotel Gloucester, Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill, GL4 6EA. 01452 525653. hallmarkhotels.co.uk.
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13 JUNE SACRED HEARTS ANNUAL SUMMER FETE Live Music by the Jazz Shed, Ukes Anon, dancing by Janet Marshall and Danceworks. Bouncy castle for children, children’s games, hobby horse racing, pimms tent, BBQ, nearly new toys, books, plant stall etc. 12 noon to 3pm. Sacred Hearts Catholic Church, Moorend Road, Charlton Kings GL53 9AU. Visit Facebook: Sacred Hearts Catholic Church Charlton Kings Summer Fete. 16 JUNE THE IMITATION GAME
A nail-biting race against time following Alan Turing and his brilliant team at Britain’s top-secret code-breaking centre, Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of
World War II. An intense and haunting portrayal of a brilliant, complicated man, Benedict Cumberbatch stars as the genius British mathematician, logician, cryptologist and computer scientist, credited with cracking the German Enigma Code and saving thousands of lives. 7.45pm. £6.50 (£5.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. bacontheatre.co.uk. 18 JUNE THE WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE WEDDING SHOW Come and meet some of the best local Wedding Suppliers in a relaxed environment with beautiful surroundings. Free Entry. Free Magazine. Free Car Parking. 5pm-9pm at Stonehouse Court Hotel, Bristol Road, Stonehouse GL10 3RA. thewestgloucestershireweddingshow.co.uk 19 JUNE SOLSTICE WALK 2015 Step forward and support Longfield Hospice Care for the Cotswolds. 5k or 10k walk starting from 6pm. Live music, children’s entertainment, BBQ and bar. Entry fee £15 per adult, £7.50 per child (under 5s go free). Entry forms available 01453 886868 or email events@longfield.co.uk. Register online at longfield.org.uk. From Longfield, Burleigh Lane, Minchinhampton, GL5 2PQ.
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At a vital crossroads in history a young queen steps from the shadows to reveal her thoughts on marriage, succession, religion and war. But time is against her. Queen at 25, political phoenix and famously unmarried – but who was the woman beneath the crown? Using only Elizabeth’s words, Rebecca Vaughan explores the queen’s struggle to reconcile the desires of womanhood with the duties of sovereignty. 8pm. £12 (£10 concs). Subscription Rooms, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. subscriptionrooms.org.uk.
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Tony Stockwell, Psychic Medium, uses his special gift to help people in their quest for consolation and on Thursday 11th June 2015 Tony will be returning to The Pillar Room at the Town Hall in Cheltenham, bringing messages of comfort to those who need to hear and understand that a friend, loved one or someone they cared about can still be with them. During his 25 years working as a Medium, Tony has had umpteen television programmes, written 4 highly acclaimed books, taught globally at some of the most respected schools for mediumistic development, and set up his own school in Essex for developing mediums. Tony delivers his messages with the gentle cheeky humour that only an Essex lad can! Compelling, detailed, moving and often humorous, Tony’s messages have the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. Come and see for yourself! For a chance to win 1 of 5 pairs of tickets to Tony’s show just answer the following question: how many years has Tony been working as a Medium? To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to ‘Tony Stockwell’, The Local Answer, 1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, GL53 9QS. Alternatively, enter via email by sending your answer and details stating ‘Tony Stockwell’ to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk. Closing date: Thursday 4th June 2015. 20 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 Star Prize up for grabs, and more. Free admission. 3pm. Patesians Sports & Social Club. Everest Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham. ISLANDS IN THE STREAM
Celebrating the queen and king of country, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Stacked with country music’s greatest hits including ‘Ruby’, ‘9 to 5’, ‘Jolene’, ‘The Gambler’, ‘Coward of the County’ and ‘Lady’, enjoy the awesome vocals and gentle humour of Dolly and Kenny’s legendary live shows. 8pm. £18.50 (£16.50 concessions). Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. subscriptionrooms.org.uk.
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TOM ODELL WITH RAE MORRIS With a number one 2013 debut album ‘Long Way Down’ and a packed summer of festival appearances through 2014, Tom Odell’s soulful and haunting cover of ‘Real Love’ was recently heard on the John Lewis Christmas advert. He will play with very special guest Rae Morris and opening acts Alfie Connor and The Beach. Tickets on sale: forestry.gov.uk/music. All income generated through ticket sales goes into protecting and managing the arboretum. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS. 21 JUNE THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
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The band are taking 2015 by storm and have been causing a stir everywhere they go. A phenomenal live band with an electrifying set these shows are not to be missed. Tickets on sale: forestry.gov.uk/music. All income generated through ticket sales goes into protecting and managing the arboretum. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS. 26 JUNE LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FAIR Roll up for a Circus-themed fair with activities for all ages including circus skills workshops, pony carriage rides, go-karts, bouncy castles, face painting, crafts, BBQ, cakes and raffle! 3.30–6pm. Lakeside Primary School, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HR.
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CHESS THE MUSICAL COMES TO CHELTENHAM
Promenade Productions will be presenting this fully staged production with a full Orchestra for the first time at The Bacon Theatre from Wednesday 8th to Saturday 11th July at 7.30pm each evening. Played out on an international stage and filled with political intrigue, CHESS the Musical also has a strong love interest – a romantic triangle between two players in a world Chess championship and the woman who manages one and falls in love with the other – and features the well-known numbers ‘I know him so well’, ‘One night in Bangkok’ and ‘Anthem’. Set in the 1970’s, a time when tensions created by the Cold War were easing, the storyline for CHESS is based on one of the most surreal of all Cold War confrontations – the Chess tournament between the USA and the USSR. The characters of the protagonists are loosely based on those of Victor Korchnoi and Bobby Fischer and the championship held in Merano, Italy.
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28 JUNE WE SALUTE YOU! Charity variety show in aid of The Poppy Appeal. Highlights from BBC TV series ‘Allo Allo’ performed by Twyning Players, Marches Military Wives Choir, war time sing-along with Annie Martin (contestant in the 2015 talent show series ‘Stars in their Eyes’) and much more. Flag waving and singing the National Anthem are compulsory! Commemorating Armed Forces Day. £15. 7.30pm. The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX. Box Office: 01684 295074. LEYLAND BAND One of the pre-eminent brass bands of the world that has forged a reputation for quality performance coupled with innovative and engaging repertoire. 3pm. £10 (£8 concessions) £5 under 18s. Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 3-4 JULY MILEFEST – MUSIC FESTIVAL 25 acts over 2 stages. 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. 6-11pm Friday and 1-11pm Saturday at Hartpury GL19 3BG. Tickets:
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Weekend £10 (£3 u-14s), Friday £5 (£1 u14s), Saturday £6 (£2 u-14s) available from Milestone School, Hartpury Post Office or 07794 587133. milefest.co.uk. Facebook/Twitter: Milefest 1. 8-11 JULY CHESS THE MUSICAL
Promenade Productions present this acclaimed view of the Cold War, full of political intrigue as USA and USSR play out another epic battle on the international stage. The show has a strong love interest too – a romantic triangle between the two players in a world championship and the woman who manages one and falls for the other. £12-£16 (concessions available). Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. promenadeproductions.co.uk. 10 JULY ROBERT PLAN AND THE SENSATIONAL SPACE SHIFTERS This will be an exceptional show including tracks from his album as well as new interpretations of Led Zeppelin classics and other solo material from his long and successful career. Guest support from
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Nugent and Belle: Tickets on sale: forestry.gov.uk/music. All income generated through ticket sales goes into protecting and managing the arboretum. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS. 11 JULY SPANDAU BALLET AND JAMES WALSH Undoubtedly one of the UK’s most successful and best loved bands with decade-defining hits including ‘True’ and ‘Gold’. The band have sold over 25 million records, scored numerous multi-platinum albums and amassed 23 hit singles across the globe. Tickets: forestry.gov.uk/music. All income generated through ticket sales goes into protecting and managing the arboretum. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS. 12 JULY MCBUSTED AND GUESTS Confirming their popularity McBusted played the UK’s largest arena tour of 2014 to a staggering 350,000 people across 35 sold out shows! Their ultra-explosive live show will see the band perform a relentless trail of hits such as ‘Five Colours In Her Hair’, ‘What I Go To School For’, ‘You Said No’ and ‘Crashed the Wedding.’ Tickets: forestry.gov.uk/music. All income generated through ticket sales goes into protecting and managing the arboretum. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS.
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Summer is here at The Bird and Deer Park Glorious views from the new Visitor Centre The Bird & Deer Park now boasts its own stunning Visitor Centre with glorious views overlooking the park, a lovely shop and of course light refreshments can be purchased. The Reindeer’s enclosure is the hot spot where last year Frozen and Blanco were born right in front of 40 building contractors – what a result! This year we are hoping that this great event will be seen by visitors from the balconies of the new centre. Rudolph, Prancer and Comet are just some of the great attractions that can be seen at The Bird Park all year around. The birds are nesting and hatching daily, reminding us that summer has now begun in earnest.
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For the last couple of months I’ve been writing about wild plants that wouldn’t look out of place on your dining table at meal times. Even though the petals of the Wild Rose – or Dog Rose – do make a refreshing cup of tea, which is supposed to aid digestion, I thought I might try something different this time. Historically, the use for Dog Rose petals has been mostly medicinal. But since you will no doubt be spotting this plant on your countryside dog walk and, like myself, wondering if you can eat it – the answer is yes, but I’ve yet to find a suitable culinary use to suit my taste buds. If you experiment and stumble upon something delicious, be sure to let me know via Twitter – @PottyWhite. To make home-made rose water, ideal for restoring your skin’s PH balance after a thorough cleanse, put enough distilled water to cover your harvest into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Place the rose petals into the boiling water and lightly simmer for a good 15 minutes – don’t be afraid to cram the petals in! Strain them from the boiling liquid into warm, sterilised, airtight jars and quickly close the lid to create an airtight seal as it cools. If you use cold jars they might crack from the sudden heat, so slowly warm them in the oven first to acclimatise them. If you’re the frugal sort, portion the liquid between small jars such as those which might have once contained salmon paste. Once cool, store in the fridge and they should keep for up to a month. Each jar should be enough for a good body massage. That being said, I hope the better half doesn’t read this otherwise I will have locked myself into servitude for the foreseeable future! If you’re not 100% sure that the plant you’re picking is safe for human consumption, don’t pick it. If you’re prone to food allergies, or pregnant, always seek medical advice before consuming anything foraged in the wild.
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The ‘Pick Your Own’ season gets well under way in June and Primrose Vale has an abundance of delicious berries, currants and beans for all the family to enjoy collecting – a fantastic way to entertain the children and encourage them to eat healthily. You’ll probably end up doing most of the picking yourself, but tasting fruit and veg fresh from the fields is a delightful and positive experience for everyone. Primrose Vale Farm Shop & PYO has been developed over the years by owners Charlotte and Paul Keene to become a wonderful source of locally grown or reared produce – keeping food miles to a minimum and supporting nearby farmers simultaneously. There is a large selection of delicious food all year round. There’s also a great variety of crops for you to gather. The most popular fruits with customers at this time of year are strawberries and raspberries prominent towards the end of the month. You don’t have to damage your back in the process of picking them – raspberry bushes are tall and the strawberries are now grown on raised platforms, so there’s no slugs, bugs or mud either! To the side of the shop a recreational area has been created for customers to use during opening hours. Whether you need a sit down or your children want to use the sandpit, ride the vintage tractor, play on the swings and slides or see the rabbits, you are encouraged to use the facilities. In fact, Charlotte and Paul are more than happy for you to take your little ones to use the play area, even if you’re not picking or visiting the shop specifically. AUG
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Every garden should have roses The weather should now be milder and more settled (perhaps!), so you can transplant courgettes, marrows, pumpkins and squashes that have been sown inside, or if you haven’t got any, sow directly into a prepared piece of ground. Outdoor tomato plants can be put out now as well. This month the roses come into their own and – in my opinion – every garden should have roses in it. My favourite no nonsense rose for climbing is the ‘Blush Noisette’, as it is really healthy with lovely small pale pink scented flowers that carry on from May till October and needs virtually no pruning. I also love Rosa ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ which is smothered with the most deliciously scented pink flowers. The pink colour is a wonderful foil for bright blue and, as my door is that colour, I have a climbing ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ outside. I would say however that it needs a boost after its first flush of flowers, so give it some more rose food in late June to keep it going. ‘Morning Glory’ (Ipomoea), which is a climbing annual, looks lovely growing through it with glorious blue flowers.
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Let the sunshine in Although the UK experiences more than its fair share of rain and temperatures not exactly favouring short sleeves, it’s still one of the biggest markets for convertible cars. Maybe it’s the clichéd wind-in-the-hair feeling that driving an open-top car provides and, if we’re brutally honest, the ‘showy’ nature of such cars that many find appealing, but with the recent advancements in car design it’s perhaps surprising that not many more people opt for top-down motoring. From a financial point of view they’ll always carry a premium over their closed roof counterparts, but the shortcomings of convertibles are now nothing compared to what they used to be. Gone are the days of a convertible having majorly compromised handling due to the loss of rigidity from having no roof, while draughty, ill-fitting hoods and the often
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Yes OK, it’s the name of one of my favourite, locallytrained racehorses, but this month ‘Money Matters’ is not off in search of gambling winnings. Well, maybe it is when I come to think about it, but not in the conventional sense of our four-legged friends at Prestbury Park. This month ‘Money Matters’ examines the risks attached to dealings in foreign currency. I have just returned from a busy trip to the US and in my normal style I left currency buying until the very last minute. Well, at the airport actually!
Plan early or be lucky! The dollar/sterling exchange rate had already moved against me in the short time that the currency market in the UK has had to react to the result of the General Election. But I had to be picked up from the floor when I was told the going rate at the airport was over 1.80. I waited and sorted it out when I got there. It set me thinking – how much money is made or lost simply by the timing of a foreign currency transaction? Anyone going on holiday is affected, as are all of our businesses that trade abroad. It’s that important to some of them that they employ full-time staff to manage their exposure. They’re not always right, mind you – the markets didn’t predict the election result any better than the pollsters did. So what to do? Plan early (do as I say not as I do obviously!) and make sure that there is a good cushion available to you should the movement be adverse. Or maybe simply be lucky!
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Time to reflect and plan It’s all been a relatively normal month or so since I last wrote for the Local Answer. Business as usual, as they say. I spent the election day visiting many of the polling booths around Cheltenham to make sure no one was interfering in the smooth process of democracy. And to be fair, democracy was alive and well. I did have to ask an oldish chap to stop talking to people as they walked in. His tone was a little aggressive in his attempt to persuade people to vote for a particular party, so he decided to go and have his lunch! And then we got the result, which was interesting to say the least. It will be even more interesting to see how things progress as far as the Police are concerned over the next few months.
The usual summer challenges will soon be upon us Historically, this time of year is when the Police are not as stretched as at other times, giving us a little time to reflect and plan for the next few months. Before we know it the summer will be upon us with the usual challenges of increased anti-social behaviour, more alcohol being consumed with all that entails, and time for officers to take some leave, which always impacts on our resources. We try and spread leave applications throughout the year but clearly a lot of employees want leave when it’s warm and particularly when they have young children. One cannot blame them but it’s a balance we try and strike between operation requirements and home life. Talking of planning, I recently spent 30 minutes with my sergeants going through the matters that are currently impacting on Cheltenham. These range from some potential child sexual exploitation issues; some vulnerability problems with elderly victims who are being stolen from by young female ‘visitors’; a shoplifting spike in the out of town retail parks; anti-social behaviour at various places including Jenner Gardens and The Brewery; aggressive begging in the town centre; and drug activity in various places to name but a few. I told you it is business as usual! It all makes for a varied and interesting working week and hopefully my team and I can make a positive difference to the people of Cheltenham. That’s our aim – to help and keep people safe. So, keep safe yourselves without needing us please! And keep ‘em locked!
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PJ Home Improvements 60 Safe Style Home Improvements 72 The Local Handyman 66 HEATING & PLUMBING Aaronmoore Plumbing 60 92 Barker & Bayliss 96 Cheltenham Plumbers Combi-Man 87 Cotswold Plumbers 90 Elcombe Fire & Wood 68 ID Godwin 81 77 KB Female Plumber Pete T Plumbing 58 Platinum Plumbing 83 Plumb It 97 Pure Plumbing 81 Seasoned Hardwood Logs 77 Ubique 86 KITCHENS Cotswold Kitchens 64 Granite Transformations 55 Hatherley Worktops 72 Leckhampton Kitchens 62-63 Nicholas Joiner Kitchens 61 PAINTING & DECORATING Flairline Decorating 66 Floods 66 Trevor Rogers 66 TV & AERIAL 1st Choice Aerials 97 WINDOWS, DOORS & CONSERVATORIES Albany Windows 82 C&L Windows 53 Clearway Doors & Windows 74 Cloudy2Clear 79 Emperor Windows 80 Misty2Clear 75 Nova Glazing 86
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Congratulations to the winners of our May 2015 competitions: Aquajardin – M.J. Hunt of Longlevens. Bacon Theatre – Sandra Parsons of Up Hatherley and Catherine Greening of Cheltenham. Cineworld – David Selby of Cheltenham and J.E. Nelder of Cheltenham. Live Promotions – Christine Cook of Benhall. Picture Perfect – Thomas Rooum of Gloucester. West Midlands Safari Park – Edyta Rachwal of Cheltenham.
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