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Welcome to October ... We visited New Start Cat Rescue – the winner of our recent ‘TLA Charity’ competition – to present them with a cheque and to find out how the money would be put to good use. Find out more about the centre and its current lodgers inside, as well as how you can help support the charity. Jenny Stevens takes a look at the water vole in this month’s ‘Wildlife Matters’ article, including the history of their decline as well as their recent triumphant comeback! Have you noticed a negative change in your pet’s behaviour recently? Read more in our ‘Pet Care’ feature about the signs and symptoms of depression in cats and dogs, and how you can help them feel better. We have even more fantastic holidays featured this month, including a huge selection of theatre trips to entertain the whole family. From The Lion King and Aladdin, to Wicked and Thriller, there’s something for everyone. If you have found inspiration in our suggestions but fancy a trip elsewhere, check out the hundreds of holidays and trips online at www.newmarket.travel/laa
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Delicious Dish with Helen Kingscott
Butternut squash and red lentil soup We usually cook this soup with pumpkin, but as we make the recipes in advance, it was a little too early for pumpkin season. Butternut squash is a great alternative. If the kids want to make carvings this Halloween, why not use the leftover flesh to create this hearty, warming soup? Ingredients: 1tbsp and 1tsp olive oil; 2 onions, diced; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; approximately 800g chopped butternut squash flesh, plus the seeds; 100g split red lentils; ½ small pack thyme, leaves picked, plus extra to serve; 1 litre hot vegetable stock; pinch of salt and sugar; 50g crème fraîche, plus extra to serve.
Method: 1 Heat the tablespoon of oil in a large pan. Fry the onions until they soften and start to turn golden. Stir in the garlic, butternut squash, lentils and thyme, then pour in the stock. Season, cover and simmer for 2025 mins until the lentils and vegetables are tender. 2 Meanwhile, wash the butternut squash seeds. Remove any flesh and dry them with kitchen paper. Heat the teaspoon of oil in a non-stick pan and fry the seeds until they start to jump and pop. Stir often, but cover the pan in between to keep them from jumping out. When the seeds look nutty and toasted, add a pinch of salt and sugar, and stir well. 3 Blend the cooked butternut squash mixture in a food processor until smooth, then add the crème fraîche and blitz again. Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. 4 Serve with a spoonful of crème fraîche, a few thyme leaves and the toasted seeds scattered on top.
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Cocktail Time with Lois Kingscott
Leader’s Life with Councillor Paul James
More nightlife options coming to Gloucester Nightlife in Gloucester has improved in recent years and is due to get better still. The leisure quarter at Gloucester Quays, with a new cinema, restaurants and bars, has given our residents more options and stemmed the flow of people going elsewhere for a night out.
Many new bars and restaurants opening throughout the city
Singapore Sling This iconic cocktail was created at Raffles Hotel at the turn-of-the-century by Hainanese-Chinese bartender, Mr Ngiam Tong Boon. In the Hotel’s museum, visitors are able to view the safe in which Mr Ngiam locked away his precious recipe books, as well as the Singapore Sling recipe, which was hastily jotted down on a bar-chit in 1936 by a visitor to the Hotel who asked the waiter for it. Originally, the Singapore Sling was meant as a woman’s drink – hence the attractive pink colour. Today it is very definitely a drink enjoyed by all, without which any visit to Raffles Hotel is incomplete. Ingredients: Ice; 30ml gin; 15ml cherry brandy; 120ml pineapple juice; 15ml lime juice; 7.5ml cointreau; 7.5ml Dom Benedictine; 10ml grenadine; a dash of Angostura Bitters; slice of lime or pineapple and a maraschino cherry. Method: 1 Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. 2 Strain into an ice filled collins glass. 3 Garnish with a slice of lime or pineapple and a maraschino cherry.
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More recently, the new Greek on the Docks restaurant has opened at Merchants Quay and is proving popular, with Grillshed – a new healthy eating concept backed by Gloucester Rugby stars – due to open shortly next door. Also at the Docks, several new restaurants are planned in the long-term vacant building next to the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum and a new wine bar is opening in the Barge Arm. More bars and restaurants are planned at Bakers Quay too. Elsewhere in the city, the former Wetherspoons Water Poet pub in Eastgate Street has been refurbished and rebranded as “The Doctors” and Butlers has plans to extend into the former Zest Bar to create a larger VIP area called Bar 103.
Providing student accommodation Work is also now starting on the former Jumpin’ Jaks building in Brunswick Road (an old haunt of mine) after many years of lying empty. The plan is for a club catering for the premium end of the market with a bar and restaurant on the ground floor with student accommodation above. Westgate Street too is seeing its share of the action with a specialist Thai restaurant replacing the Shahi Balti and a new takeaway business on the corner of Three Cocks Lane. Enterprise Inns have submitted plans for an overhaul of The Fountain. The Sword Inn (formerly The Union) also seems to be doing well.
Drawing in the customers to support new outlets Having lots of evening activities as we have seen this summer, and more people living in the city centre, helps to draw in the customers to support these new outlets. So there is no shortage of new places to go to spend your evening in Gloucester and I’d encourage you to give them a try. But don’t forget to support our longestablished businesses too. @cllrpauljames
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Style & Fashion with Carolyn Nicholls
Drifting into autumn As October arrives, the season starts to change and autumn is upon us. The mornings have that damp feel and there is a chill in the air. It can be a difficult month where clothes are concerned because the days often have that cool start, but by lunchtime there is brilliant sunshine and we are sweltering in what now seems an ill-chosen outfit. The children are now settled into their new school, and mums and dads are getting to know some of the other parents at the school gate. I remember well how important it was for me to try to look my best first thing in the morning – and how difficult!
Dressing casual is not as effortless as it sounds Now I know that moments before you leave the house you are going to be scooting around the floor on hands and knees, helping to clean teeth and all manner of tasks that mean you cannot be wearing anything too precious. I also know that even dressing casual is not as effortless as it sounds. So let’s put some effort into achieving effortless! The first thing to consider is actually that being casual is also being stylish. Don’t simply use the clothes that have past their best as casual wear – they are still past their best and not necessarily appropriate for the school gate. Why not treat yourself to a few pieces that are just for casual wear. As you may spend most of your time wearing casual clothes, it’s worth the effort.
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You also need to have more than one choice for the bottom half. A pair of comfy jeans (in good repair), a skirt that can be worn with lovely Think about the colours that look thick tights on colder days, and great on you, and make sure you jodhpurs – if they work for you – have several mix and match tops perfectly made to tuck into those
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fab wellies or winter boots later in the year. You will need a couple of coats too: the practical wind and rainy one, long enough to cover your bottom and in a flattering colour; and then the woolly one for cold days, which is worth splashing out on for good quality. Just add some lovely scarves (silk, jersey or wool as appropriate) to accessorise and you will look amazing! If you’re not confident about the styles and colours that work for you, why not invest in a personal style coach to help you get started.
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Medical Health with Holly Prince
Sugar and spice – all things nice? Our physical bodies require a good nutritional input in order to work productively. If we eat too much sugary or fatty food, our bodies will become lethargic and unhealthy – both on the inside and out. So many foods these days contain added salt or sugar – including white bread, cereals and ready meals. An excess of sugar can cause blood glucose levels to fluctuate dramatically, and this constant rise and fall can lead to low energy overall and also low mood, restlessness and poor concentration. Refined sugars and fatty foods also have a negative effect on our hair and skin, making it oily and more prone to spots, and sugars also increase the risk of developing tooth decay.
This is a life-long disease, which over time damages blood vessels and organs, leading to other complications. Too much salt in your diet can lead to high blood pressure, which can cause heart disease or stroke. High amounts of salt can be found in foods such as processed meats and full-fat dairy products. Similarly, fatty foods can cause Too many treats increases high cholesterol levels, which can the risk of type 2 diabetes cause blockages in the blood vessels A more serious concern is that and put strain on the heart. They are eating treats too often can increase also bad for the gall bladder and can the likelihood of developing cause gallstones, which if trapped can cause severe abdominal pain. diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is caused Processed foods and when blood inactivity have serious glucose levels health consequences become too high and the Foods containing a lot of fat, salt or glucose stays in sugar also contain many the blood instead of being used as fuel for energy.
calories. If you intake more calories than you burn off, (through exercise, for example), this leads to the body storing excess energy as fat, which leads to an increase in weight. Eating too much cheap, processed food and not being active enough can cause obesity, which in turn can lead to diabetes. But forget ‘fad diets’, the best way to lose weight and stay healthy is to eat a balanced diet and keep active. Remember to eat good amounts of each food type: protein (lean meat, fish, eggs, nuts), starchy foods (potato, pasta, rice), dairy or alternatives (skimmed milk, low-fat yoghurt), and most importantly, fruit and vegetables. Cakes and biscuits might taste nice, but sugar is addictive, making us want to eat more of these unhealthy snacks. Instead, try naturally sweettasting foods like pears, berries and nectarines, or adding honey or peanut better to plain foods. Or for savoury meals, spice up your food with different flavours, such as cinnamon, turmeric or oregano. Also, try to get out of the habit of adding extra salt or sugar to your meals.
Everything in moderation Of course, it’s ok to have the occasional sweet treat, but everything in moderation. Plus, the best way of not eating naughty foods at home is to not have them in the house in the first place!
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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 SUNDAY PARENTS CLUB A friendly support group facilitated by an experienced psychologist that meets to discuss different challenges that any parents can experience with their children. Sundays 2-3pm. The Wilson Café, Cheltenham. To join contact Maryna Bentley 07533 839349. 17 SEPTEMBER – 6 NOVEMBER GIANT LEGO TRAIL
Our awesome LEGO® brick models form a wild adventure trail for kids to inspire them to build a better future for nature! The trail consists of sculptures sitting among some of their real-life cousins. Visitors will be able to enjoy the trail of eleven individually-designed 1.5m LEGO brick animals, some inspired by real species at the Centre. Included in normal admission. 01453 891900. WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Glos GL2 7BT. LEGO BRICK WORKSHOPS Our one hour workshops are perfect for LEGO® fans – young and old! During the hour you will take part in three exciting tasks. With just 20 participants in each class, there’s lots of one-to-one support from the course leader who has been trained by LEGO design company Bright
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Bricks. Sessions run on Saturday and Sunday during Term Time and daily during Half-Term (20th-28th October). 01453 891900. WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Glos GL2 7BT. 30TH SEPTEMBER MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING Ashlea Financial Planning is taking part in the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. Support this vital charity in exchange for delicious cakes and fresh coffee. All welcome. 81 Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EG. 100am–12pm. 01242 245149. 5 OCTOBER CHELTENHAM CRICKET SOCIETY Cheltenham Cricket Society meets 1st Wednesday of each month September to May at the Victory Club. Speakers include John Emburey, Geoff Miller, Steve Kirby and Richard Dawson. New members and guests welcome. Contact Malcolm Brown – mb3456@blueyonder.co.uk. Visit www.cheltcs.councilcricketsocieties.com 5-11 OCTOBER 3D ART EXHIBITION Exciting 3D Art Exhibition by 8 Artists, featuring highly original Ceramics, Textiles and Handmade Books. At the Gardens Gallery Montpellier. Open from 5th to 11th October 10am to 5pm daily. 7 OCTOBER LIFTING THE BLUES: BEN WATERS AND VERY SPECIAL GUESTS Ben has performed with Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, The Rolling Stones and Mick Hucknall and returns with more very special guests including Eugene Hideaway Bridges (Tina Turner’s cousin!) and Patsy
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Gamble. 7.30pm. £27. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 9 OCTOBER VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET: SNOW WHITE A beautiful girl journeys through the magical world of an enchanted mirror, eats a poisoned apple and encounters hiphopping dwarves all to find her Prince Charming. 5pm. £19 (£18, children £14). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 12 OCTOBER RSC LIVE: KING LEAR King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him he divides his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging their loyalty he soon finds himself stripped of all the trappings of state, wealth and power. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 21 OCTOBER MURDER MYSTERY Murder Mystery entertainers plus disco and three course meal. £29.95pp. For more information or to make a booking, contact 0330 028 3408. Hallmark Hotel , Matson Lane, Gloucester GL4 6EA. 25 OCTOBER HALLOWEEN HOOT Join us for a spooky fun family event with creepy crafts and wildlife activities. Halloween treats will be available in the new Crickley Café. 1-4pm. £3 per child (book online or pay on the day). Crickley Hill, Birdlip GL4 8JY.
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Lois and Tiffany present the cheque to Jackie with a little help from Newt!
Congratulations! A great big high five to all of you who entered our ‘TLA Charity’ competition back in August. We had a fantastic response, which shows how much the Gloucestershire community supports its great local causes. The lucky winner of the £1,000 prize was New Start Cat Rescue, nominated by one of their supporters, Tiffany Caucutt. Both Tiffany and Jackie, who runs the charity, were over the moon and couldn’t thank us and Albany Windows enough. New Start Cat Rescue helps unwanted cats and kittens of any age to get a new start in life – whether that’s neutering and returning ferral cats to their normal colonies, or finding loving family homes for abandoned kittens. They encourage responsible cat ownership, offer advice to owners, promote regular vaccination and worming programs, and encourage neutering and microchipping when the cats are old enough. This money will go towards helping rescue and rehome the 60 cats and kittens the charity helps every single month. So from Jackie, Tiffany, the volunteers and, of course, the gorgeous cats and kittens – thank you! To find out more about New Start Cat Rescue and how you can support them, please call Jackie on 07510 134805 or visit www.newstartcatrescue.org.uk. Photos from top left to top right: Marie giving a big high five, Tom guarding the cheque, Lois cuddling Topsey and Turvey, curious Marie, Tiffany with Topsey and Turvey, Helen and Eddie, Oreo, Tom looking pretty in pink, Amy can’t wait to tuck into the Champagne!
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Taiwan: more than just bikes and electronics Think Taiwan and you may imagine bicycles and electronic components. Actually, as a few lucky western travellers discover, this little island off China also offers fantastic value, sights, weather (outside typhoon season!) and a warm welcome. Taipei, the capital, is readily accessible from Birmingham, via Dubai. On arrival, catch the bus to Taipei’s main station, then it’s a short walk to the comfy, convenient City Inn Hotel 1 on Huaining street.
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River-loving creatures with good manners and a tidy home © Mike Taylor
Like a number of other native species, many of us may first have been introduced to the water vole through literature. The popular children’s story ‘Wind in the Willows’ featured Ratty – a river-loving fellow with good manners, a tidy home and a fondness for his friends. Despite his name, Ratty was in fact a water vole.
Meticulous and tidy As the character’s name would suggest, the water vole is similar in appearance to the brown rat. But they’re smaller (14-22cm in length), their noses are rounder, their ears are smaller (usually hidden behind their chestnut brown fur) and their furry tails are shorter. Much like Ratty, they are meticulous and tidy – their burrows in steep river banks are usually neat holes, around 4-8cm in diameter, with carefully gnawed ‘lawns’ in the surrounding area. Their water repellent fur and plump figure make them buoyant and allow them to glide easily along rivers and streams. Their herbivorous diet includes grasses, reeds and rushes, which they’ll often chew away at and leave small neat piles of nibbled stalks along banks. When Kenneth Graham wrote the book in 1908, water voles were enjoying a prosperous time with over eight million inhabiting our waterways. With plenty of watercourses rich in vegetation and banks perfect for burrows, they were widespread throughout the UK.
Intensive farming methods are destroying habitats Sadly, their time of prosperity was not to last. Due to the increase in intensive farming methods, their precious habitat began to disappear.
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This was accompanied by the introduction of the American mink in the 1920s. Originally brought to the UK to satisfy the growing fur trade, mink were frequently released into the wild and preyed upon the water vole. Surveys carried out in the late 1990s by Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust indicated that county populations had declined by 83% over a 25 year period, leaving just a few fragmented populations – a statistic that reflected the decline across the UK. In response, a number of conservation projects were set up to help this beloved creature. In Gloucestershire the Cotswold Rivers Project aims to stop the decline and recreate appropriate habitats so that the water vole can thrive once more. Advice and information is given to landowners, while habitats are managed to allow wildlife to travel between sites more easily. As a result, water vole numbers have increased in the county, with isolated populations spreading to new areas. Greystones Farm Nature Reserve in Bourton-on-the-Water
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Look out for water voles near watercourses It is always worth looking out for water voles when near watercourses. We’d be grateful for sightings. Look for the burrows along steep sided banks, the mounds of chewed vegetation and grazed ‘lawns’. Their droppings look like dark green/brown Tic Tacs, oval in shape, 8-12mm in length and odourless. Of course, the most obvious sign that there is a population nearby is spotting the furry creatures on banks and in water. However, like Ratty, they are only really fond of their friends and quite shy with strangers so spotting them can be tricky. If you think there might be one nearby, stay quiet and listen out carefully for a gentle ‘plop’. Ratty may just have dropped into the water, heading downstream to see Mole, Toad and Badger.
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Choose your interiors style Most of us gravitate to our own likes and dislikes when it comes to choosing a style for the place we call home. Interiors are portrayed in various styles – contemporary, coastal, country, eclectic, industrial, Scandinavian and shabby chic, to mention just a few. Join me over the following months to assist you choosing or identifying a design style for your home. This month we are talking about Contemporary Design.
towards minimalism by keeping clutter to a minimum. Kitchen surfaces should be mostly clear and shelves not muddled with knick knacks and books. Clean line storage is the key and the first step to completing a contemporary style.
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Colour choices should be exciting and used in an original, eye-catching way. Black and white is a classic colour scheme that never grows old and works well in a bold contemporary home. Don’t be afraid to try these colour choices in a child’s room. Pastels and sugary shades will easily lift your scheme, whilst adding a modern edge to your home. Do not be tempted to use too many colours – limit your choice to just two or three.
Contemporary style is about now – a contemporary home expresses this through its finish and fabric, as well as its furniture, latest building techniques and architectural ideas. The contemporary look provides the excitement of new and modern – perhaps being the first to have the latest sofa or latest gadget. It’s about incorporating state of the art fixtures and fittings that look amazing, but also work to improve the quality of our lives.
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