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Welcome to September ... Although the kids are heading back to school this month, that doesn’t mean summer is over! September is a great time to get out and about in the countryside, especially as delicious blackberries will be bursting into season. We have two Delicious Dishes for you to try this month so why not work up an appetite and go for a walk to pick your own ingredients fresh on the day? There’s also the fantastic annual Newent Onion Fayre to enjoy, as well as the opportunity to meet and pet the animals at The Bird & Deer Park, and view a great variety of theatre shows. The Local Answer have partnered with Newmarket Travel to bring you an amazing selection of holidays and trips, making booking your breaks simple and stress-free. This month we’ve launched with a bang – there’s festive experiences, concerts, coach and rail breaks, cruises, air holidays and even trips to Disneyland® Paris! Whether you’re looking for a last minute getaway, fancy a trip away at Christmas or are already planning next year’s holiday, we hope you enjoy the great selection we’ve presented. You can check out more holidays online at www.newmarket.travel/laa

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Delicious Dish

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Cocktail Time

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Pet Care

Holidays & Travel

Wildlife Matters

Homes & Gardens 36

Looking Good Feeling Great

Parenting & Guardianship Property

25-35 31

In the Garden

Sudoku

Interior Design

Quick Crossword

Wordsearch

Community Support 19 Medical Health

What’s On

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Delicious Dish with Helen Kingscott

Blackberry Bonanza! September is a great time to go blackberry picking with the family. Take advantage of and explore our wonderful countryside whilst collecting some fresh ingredients to make these delicious recipes!

Blackberry Coulis Ingredients: 250g blackberries; 50g golden caster sugar; 100ml water; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Method: 1 Put the blackberries, sugar and water into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5 minutes until the

fruit is soft. Stir in the vanilla, remove from the heat and cool a little. 2 Tip the mixture into a blender and puree, then strain through a sieve, rubbing it through with a spoon. 3 Serve warm or chilled. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Blackberry and clotted cream shortcake Ingredients: For the cake: 300g self raising flour; 1tsp baking powder; pinch of salt; 140g butter, chilled and cut into small pieces; 100g golden caster sugar; 75ml buttermilk; 1 egg, beaten. For the filling: 500g blackberries; 3tbsp golden caster sugar; 275g pot clotted cream; icing sugar, to serve.

Method: 1 Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan/gas mark 5). 2 Tip the flour, baking powder and salt into a mixing bowl. Add the butter and rub everything together with your fingers until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. 3 Make a well in the middle of the flour mixture, then tip in the buttermilk and egg. Gently work the mixture together until it forms a soft, sticky dough. 4 On a lightly floured surface, knead the mixture for a few minutes, then mould it into an 18cm round and put on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and risen and a skewer comes out clean when inserted into the middle. Leave to cool. 5 Lightly mash the blackberries with the sugar. Slice the shortcake in half and spread the bottom layer with clotted cream. Spoon the berries over the cream, then top with the second shortcake layer. Dust with icing sugar and serve in slices.

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Cocktail Time with Lois Kingscott

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Pet Care

with Oliver Wilkinson of Dragon Vet Centre

Doggy dementia and senile felines It’s not too surprising that our four legged friends suffer the same old age problems we do – aches and pains, fading sight and hearing, and sadly also the decline of mental acuity. Sometimes the symptoms are relatively subtle – becoming quieter, withdrawn, mild confusion and disorientation. However, more significant symptoms can occur, such as toileting indoors or outside litter trays, meowing or barking for no reason, anxiety or fearfulness at things that never used to bother them, and restlessness at night. This is sometimes referred to as ‘Sundowner Syndrome’, where a dog might bark incessantly at night and seem unable to settle, but conversely sleeps throughout the day!

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome One positive is that it is extremely rare for these behavioural changes to progress to the severe forms of dementia that humans suffer from. While dogs and cats can certainly exhibit some marked changes in old age, they are very unlikely to become severely debilitated by senility. In dogs and cats, dementia is referred to as ‘Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome’. Pet owners often quietly accept the declining interaction and strange behaviour as ‘just part of getting old’, but there are treatments and medications that can improve dementia symptoms. Typtophan supplements have become popular in recent years, as they increase natural serotonin levels – a neuro-chemical produced in our brains, associated with feelings of happiness and well-being. This has helped with anxiety and fearfulness, and is a gentle non-medicative option. Likewise, melatonin supplements have been used with dogs suffering from Sundowner Syndrome, as the hormone can help encourage normal sleeping patterns.

A good diet and exercise can help Various medications are licensed for use in dogs with senility. Propentofyllin (VivitoninTM) increases the oxygenation of neurological and cardiac tissue, and has been shown to help with mental function and general demeanour. Selegeline (SelgianTM) – used in humans primarily to treat depression and Parkinsons – can have a dramatic effect on some of the more severe symptoms of senility in dogs. While these drugs aren’t licensed for cats, there are options available. As a pet owner you can do other things to help as well – feed a good quality diet rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants, and keep taking dogs out for gentle daily exercise. Ensure any other health problems, such as arthritis or dental disease, are being treated adequately – pain associated with these issues can contribute to anxiety and depression. Keep the home environment as comfortable and stable as possible – moving furniture or pet beds can add to confusion and anxiety, as senile pets are less likely to cope well with change. Make sure you talk to your vet if you have any worries about an older pet. Page 8

Established in 1904, Dragon Vet Centre in Cheltenham is a centre of excellence for pets – large and small – and offers a full range of services from routine vaccinations, worming and flea prevention to complex internal medicine investigations, orthopaedic and key hole surgery for dogs and cats. As one of the largest veterinary practices in Cheltenham, Dragon can draw on the expertise of a number of vets with a great deal of experience in all fields of veterinary medicine and surgery. Our Cheltenham Vet clinic is staffed 24/7 so in the event of an emergency, registered clients simply need to call and attend our surgery based at the Cheltenham racecourse where there is unlimited free parking.

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Wildlife Matters

with Jenny Stevens of Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

Listen out for the chirruping cricket brown colouration means it’s not the prettiest of the hopping community, but what it lacks in looks, it makes up for in song!

A genetic mutation makes them quite a spectacle

Be you in fields, woodland or gardens, the irregular ‘chirp chirp’ can be heard right through days and into nights, with the culprit very close by.

What it lacks in looks, it makes up for in song However, if we’re being picky, Walt got Jiminy a bit wrong. Crickets have far longer legs and antennae than grasshoppers. But would a gangly Jiminy have been quite so cute? More often than not, it is the dark bush cricket you can hear here, there and everywhere. Common in Southern England and Wales, its dull

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Its buzz sounds like overhead electricity cables Then there’s the Roesel’s bush cricket – a species that has spread from it’s stronghold in the South-East with our changing climate. Its penetrating buzz sounds like overhead electricity cables. No less impressive than the other bushcrickets, it has a distinctive yellow margin around the saddle (pronotum), behind its eyes. So this September, check out your garden, park, green space or nature reserve and keep an eye (and ear) out for all things that hop and chirp. You may just find something otherworldly.

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On the other end of the spectrum, the orthoptera (that’s something in the grasshopper or cricket family) making the news more regularly is a rather more colourful specimen. Along with two other grasshopper species, the field grasshopper – a usually inconspicuous insect – has a tendency to succumb to a genetic mutation, leaving it bright pink in colour. They are quite a spectacle for the finder, so it’s no wonder they’ve made the headlines. Unfortunately, these bright pink lovelies don’t tend to last long. Being so indiscreet, they are easy prey for predators and are usually gobbled up quick-smart. So be sure to take a photo should you spot one! Something a lot less common, but iconic in the county, is the great green bush cricket. This giant of the insect world can reach lengths of 7cm, making it the largest of our bush crickets. And it spends its time in trees and on grassland. In contrast to the dark bush cricket, their song is loud and long, being likened to the noise of a sewing machine. Search out this camouflaged creature © M Foley

I don’t like crickets. I love them. With sightings of bright and colourful alien-esque creatures popping up in the county, I thought I’d shed some light on these much overlooked insects. Throughout summer and heading into autumn, the calls and noises of crickets and grasshoppers are familiar sounds. Echoing the muchloved character of conscience in Disney’s Pinnochio, you may feel that, at this time of year, there is constantly a cricket chirruping on your shoulder. And you’re not far off.

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Looking Good, Feeling Great with Matt Wagstaff

Brain workout As we mostly well know by now, physical exercise in any different shapes and sizes is great for the body – aiding our circulatory, respiratory and other bodily systems in keeping us healthy and fit. However, one of our most important organs often goes unmentioned in relation to exercise and keeping this particular organ healthy – the brain! This being our most complex organ, weighing on average 1.4kg, it is made up of hundreds of billions of neurons, divided up into four lobes that have various functions. The brain creates our every thought and action and develops all our memories, therefore keeping this organ in good working order is vital! With the rise of awful conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, which block and eventually kill nerve cells in the brain leading to memory loss, confusion and problems with spacial awareness, keeping the brain in a healthy functioning state can help prevent and reduce the onset of these horrible conditions. Here are some tips to keep the brain healthy.

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Physical activity Getting active, especially aerobically, helps the brain in many ways. Firstly, exercise improves the heart’s ability to powerfully pump oxygenated blood to the brain, allowing the brain to function at an optimal level. This initiates what is called brain plasticity – or the growth of new neural connections – in vital areas such as the hippocampus, which is the area of the brain we use for learning and memory. This helps in your ability to focus and deal with stressful situations. Performing exercises that involve coordination or planning, such as dancing, is good as this uses the brain in other ways in order to follow a routine or certain move within a game.

minds. Keeping a healthy diet is vital for a healthy brain. Vitamin D is a key nutrient used by the brain for regulating our mood. This sunny vitamin helps develop the chemical serotonin, which is our happy hormone! B vitamins are also shown to help boost brainpower, as well as reducing cognitive decline as we age. Likewise, a diet full of good fats Learning, puzzles and such as oily fish and omega 3 helps stimulation stimulate brain cell function and Working out for your brain isn’t done even regrowth. solely with exercise – performing Ease chronic stress mental tasks and challenging oneself Acute stress, such as during sports or to learn new things can help develop before a big deadline, can be good. the brain’s connexions, increasing the as this keeps our hormones on their brain’s mental output. Breaking toes. Small injections of cortisol mental habits and learning a allow us to focus for longer and language or completing regular function fully with more energy. mental puzzles such as Sudoku or crosswords helps build these new However, long-term stress and pathways within the brain to increased cortisol can have negative execute these new tasks. This effects on the brain, eventually can take time – don’t be afraid altering brain structure and function. of failure in these new tasks. This reduces the production of Adults often become creatures neurons in the brain especially of habit due to our natural around the important hippocampus instinct to seek comfort in region, which is our cognitive haven behaviours we know well. Stop for learning and memory! Physical knocks to the head region cognitive decline and never stop also have negative effects on the learning! brain – concussion due to head injury Diet and hydration can disrupt normal brain function for Optimal thinking is done when we hours or even weeks! Post are hydrated! The brain is up to concussion syndrome can lead to 73% water, therefore when we focus and emotional problems aren’t hydrated, complex electrical among other chronic problems. So signals are inefficient and take make sure you look after your heads! longer to register in our complex If concerned contact your doctor.

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Parenting & Guardianship with Roberta Smart

Peaceful parenting in 7 words I keep hearing from many ‘primary parents’ that they are dreading the teen years, and I always soothe them by reminding them that they will pretty much get whatever they expect, so expect the best and you just might be pleasantly surprised! But I also share these wisdoms that you might find enlightening. A simple, straightforward guide to parenting your teens, using my go-to coaching technique – The 7 Magic Words.

No Agree boundaries that you will all stick to – respect for all, telling the truth and listening to each other, how to act when we feel bad (mums and dads – and why not take this one for yourself forgiveness and belief in their potential. Focussing on a dream or as well on those grumpy days? this means you too!). aspiration will refocus the distracted Goodbye Hello mind quicker than anything else. Remember the old adage – ‘It takes a Letting go of what is gone and wiping village to raise a child’ – and search out the slate clean is massive! Once an Sorry opportunities to connect outside the issue is raised and sorted, it’s time to Taking full responsibility for our actions family. Friends, mentors, group leaders forgive and forget – and please don’t and making amends wherever needed and other families all add to self keep banging on about that thing they is a core part of relationships. None of did when they were 14 if you want to us are perfect, but our ‘sorry’ must be esteem as our teens are growing. cultivate peace and calm within the heartfelt and backed up by our actions Thank you and commitments. Weaving household. Appreciation is like gold-dust to a selfresponsibility rather than blame into loathing teen, so reflecting what you Please everyday life is so empowering for our love about your teen amidst their Having a strong vision or purpose for youngsters and can be the making of behaviours is priceless. You may not the future can be really helpful for them – if we give them the chance. like what they do, but remind them bringing kids back on track after a that you love them unconditionally, lapse – again in the spirit of Yes You will know it’s all going well when you can sit back and relax, safe in the knowledge that ‘your work here is done’. My kids are 15 and 18 now and a joy to be around – except when they’re not – in which case I simply leave them alone until they are, which seems to suit us all really well. By setting and following my own 7 Words Rules, my kids have grown to be sensitive to others, able to monitor and control their own behaviours and fully able to not only say sorry, but accept my sorry into the bargain – for which I am truly grateful. And I must admit, reaching that ‘yes’ is sheer joy – I hope I’ll see you there!

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Medical Health with Holly Prince

A weight on our shoulders How are you sitting or standing right now? Is your back rounded and your chin protruding? If so, you may potentially be putting your muscles and bones under unnecessary pressure and strain. The human head is heavy! The head is the third heaviest part of the human body (after the skin and liver), largely due to the weight of the brain. It accounts for 8% of our total body weight, weighing about 10-12lbs, which is as heavy as a bowling ball.

Poor posture increases the load on the neck and spine When we sit in a poor posture, with our head in a forward position, it increases the load on the neck and spine. It causes the muscles on the back of the neck to lengthen whilst they are trying to contract to support your head’s weight, and this in turn puts pressure on the spine. The head gains its own weight for every inch it protrudes forward, which adds a lot of effort to the surrounding muscles to keep it upright. This makes the muscles go into spasm, which can then cause fatigue and dizziness. The more the head leans forward, the more flexed the body becomes. Over time, this can lead to a humpback posture sometimes seen

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in elderly persons, which can become permanent and lead to fractures, and even contribute to a shortened lifespan.

Living a sedentary life causes musculoskeletal problems A lot of problems these days are caused by too much sitting – at office desks, in front of the TV, or working on personal computers. Living a largely sedentary life causes shortened, weakened muscles, and sitting for long periods of time can cause many musculoskeletal problems and general pains like headaches, neck pain, and lower back pain, which is becoming more and more common. Similarly, looking down at phones and other hand-held devices can cause headaches and neck ache, which can lead to longer-term problems relating to posture and movement. Ideally, the head and neck should be upright, with the bottom tips of the earlobes directly in line with the middle of the shoulders (front to back), and the hips. Become more aware of your body’s position throughout your everyday life. Remember to get up and stretch several times every 20-30 mins – taking a short walk down the corridor is better than not getting up at all. Having the spine curved forward too much also restricts breathing, as the ribs can’t be lifted as much. This leads to shallower breathing, which in turn decreases the amount of oxygen in the body, leading to lightheadedness and other

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Keep moving to prevent your body from stiffening Train yourself to breathe correctly by using your abdomen, so that when you inhale the tummy expands, and when you exhale it moves inwards. Ensure you get daily exercise, whether it is a brisk walk to the shops, a session at the gym, or a dance class. Keep moving to prevent your body from stiffening up, and remember that more activity will actually decrease levels of fatigue – which will keep you going for longer.

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3 SEPTEMBER ASHLEWORTH VILLAGE SHOW Celebrate our 50th Show with us! Fun afternoon for all! Sheepdog display, ferret racing, falconry, tug of war, circus skills, children’s fancy dress, produce marquee, craft stalls, tea tent, Pimm’s stand, bar, barbecue, live music and much more. 25pm. Entry £2 adults, £1 children. At GL19 4JS. For info call 01452 700098 or visit ashleworth.btck.co.uk/AshleworthVillageShow 7 SEPTEMBER 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 9 SEPTEMBER THE TAMING OF THE SHREW England. 1918. A generation of men obliterated by the futility of war. Shakespeare’s battle of wits set against the devastating backdrop of a country in mourning, as Katherina and Bianca are forced to consider their worth in terms of their marital eligibility. 7.30pm. Free entry – by ticket only. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002.

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Live music, food festival, dog show, over 150 stalls and the only show in the country dedicated to the onion family! Gloucestershire’s largest free one day event. 10am-5pm. For more details including how to get here, visit www.newentonionfayre.net 11 SEPTEMBER WEDDING FAYRE Meet our wedding planners and a range of suppliers who will be happy to discuss any aspect of your special day. 11am to 3pm. Cheltenham Park Hotel, Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham GL53 8EA. Visit cheltenhampark-hotel.co.uk or call 01242 229293 for more details. 15-18 SEPTEMBER THE KING AND I Promenade Productions transport you to an exotic land with this much loved musical. The large and dedicated cast of

local thespians, accompanied by a full orchestra, invite you to join them at the court of the King of Siam. The score includes such evergreens as ‘I Whistle a Happy Tune’ and ‘Shall We Dance?’. 7.30pm (2.30pm matinees – Sat and Sun). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. Tickets £12-£16 from Showcase – 01242 224144. 17 SEPTEMBER FRIENDS UKENITED & CHILDREN’S UKULELE GROUP Good entertainment, refreshments and raffle. In aid of The Smiles Foundation of Romania. 7pm. Adults £4.50 (£5 on door). Tickets from Kings Coffee Shop and Mary Jones – 01242 511269. Charlton Kings Baptist Church Hall, Cheltenham. 17 SEPTEMBER – 6 NOVEMBER GIANT LEGO TRAIL Our awesome LEGO® brick models, which include a giant otter and a huge twelvetimes life size dragonfly form a wild adventure trail for kids to inspire them to build a better future for nature! Visitors will be able to enjoy the trail of eleven individually-designed 1.5m LEGO brick animals, some inspired by real species at Slimbridge Wetland Centre. Included in normal admission. 01453 891900. WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Glos GL2 7BT.

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Onion Show

The only show in the country dedicated to the onion family – get ready for some quality Alliums!

Live Music

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Queen II, Roving Crows, Foreign Affairs, Jack of All, plus much more!

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Taste your way around the festival and watch live cookery demonstrations!

Now in our 21st year!

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Stroll through the streets and you’ll find what you’re looking for!

Fairground Rides There’s a ride for everyone!

Dog Show

Now in its 8th year, see if your dog wins the waggiest tail!

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GLOUCESTERSHIRE’S LARGEST FREE ONE DAY EVENT Held by Royal Charter, in celebration of the Noble Onion

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From Gloucester: West on A40, turn onto B4215. From Ross: M50 junction 3, then B4221. From Ledbury/Hereford/Leominster: Follow B4215 South. Satnav GL18 1QA: Follow signs to car parks. Cars: £4 (includes programme). Coaches: £15. Regular bus services from Ross, Ledbury and Gloucester.

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20 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER COTSWOLD ART CLUB EXHIBITION Open 10am-5pm daily (Sundays 10am4pm). Brewery Arts, Cirencester. Affordable art for sale. Admission: FREE. 22 SEPTEMBER CONNECT BUSINESS DAY #CCBIZ All local business people are warmly invited to the sixth Connect Business – a free conference and exhibition organised by community group Cheltenham Connect to encourage local networking and sourcing. 10am-3pm. The Pavilion, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham GL51 6PN. Free to attend – book online at www.connectbusiness.org.uk THE THREEPENNY OPERA Mack the Knife is back in town. A darkly comic new take on Brecht and Weill’s raucous musical broadcast live from the stage of the National Theatre. Contains scenes of a sexual nature, violence and filthy language. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002.. 24 SEPTEMBER THE MESSAGE IN THE MUSIC An evening of great music and entertainment. Josephine Enright comperes an evening of peace, love and hope. With music supplied by Brinsley Forde OBE,

with special guest performances. A charity event – all profits towards local community projects within the county. 5.30-11pm. £25 (£22). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 28 SEPTEMBER CYMBELINE When Innogen, the only living heir, marries her sweetheart in secret, an enraged Cymbeline banishes him. But a powerful figure behind the throne is plotting to seize power and murder them both. Innogen embarks on a dangerous journey that will reunite Cymbeline with a lost heir and reconcile the young lovers. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 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. 7 OCTOBER LIFTING THE BLUES: BEN WATERS AND VERY SPECIAL GUESTS Ben Waters is one of Jools Holland’s top ten favourite pianists of all time and has

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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. This spellbinding treat will dazzle the whole family. 5pm. £19 (£18, children £14). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002.

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Making Christmas magical for you! If you are wanting to make things especially magical this Christmas, why not let The Local Answer Travel help steer you in the right direction. We have selected a wide range of festive experiences that we think are perfect for our readers to enjoy either on their own, with family or with friends. Popular Christmas Fayres and Markets both in the UK and abroad. Enjoy Festive Breaks like Chatsworth House or be a bit more adventurous and visit the Black Forest. The Algarve, Iceland or Austria are great destinations to spend Christmas abroad. Get ahead of yourself this Christmas, seize the opportunity and book your festive break now at:

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Visit Berlin, the vibrant German capital where some 50 Christmas markets offer traditional festive wares, seasonal delicacies and unusual Christmas goods.

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Fly to the snow clad wilderness way above the Arctic Circle, meet the ‘real’ Santa Claus and experience a day full of laughter, fun and precious memories.

‘Search for Santa’ experience Private meeting with Santa A Token gift for every child sleigh ride, Husky dog experience, a Reindeer snowmobile ride, tobogganing, ‘snowballing’

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Celebrate the season by enjoying winter-warming magic in the Land of Fire, Ice, and not one, but 13 ‘Santas’. chance to enjoy Reykjavík’s unique Yuletide The celebrations on St Thorlakur’s Day

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Rock, pop & live shows Andrea Bocelli London 1 October 2016 2-day, 1 night From £195pp LAA19518

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Daniel O’Donnell’s Christmas Show 3 days from £419 Flying direct from Birmingham & Bristol on 9 Dec 2016 More flights available from other UK airports.

Enjoy a fantastic festive show and a great party atmosphere in the intimate Dublin Convention Centre, as Daniel and his Band perform classic hit songs and festive favourites. top-price ticket for Daniel’s Christmas Show at the ADublin Convention Centre

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Disney® School’s Out Breaks 3-day Coach Holiday – October 2016 – LAA11574 Adults from £199pp Children (3-11) from £149pp

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If it’s an affordable short break away you are looking for this Autumn, then have a browse through the coach and rail breaks selected by The Local Answer Travel for our readers. Our wide range of breaks cover all parts of the UK and Continental Europe, giving you the time to sit back and relax while you are transported to scenic wonders on both sides of the border. These trips are hugely popular for those people wanting short theatre breaks in London or longer excursions over to Paris and beyond. Nature lovers won’t be disappointed with our featured three day trip to the English Lakes, which includes a breath-taking cruise on Lake Windermere. Whether you are looking for shopping, relaxing, entertainment, accommodation or just to be waited on for a change, why not let TLA Travel and Newmarket take the stress out of your planning – visit:

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Autumn Gold in the English Lakes 3 days from £179pp 21 October 2016 & 6 October 2017 From the historic streets of Chester to the awesome beauty of the Lakes clothed in their autumnal splendour, there really is something for everyone on this weekend break.

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Coach travel throughout nights’ dinner, bed and English breakfast in aTwo hotel in the Manchester/Liverpool area

Tour of the Peak District Full-day tour of the Lake District Trip on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway Cruise on Lake Windermere Visit to Chester Services of a friendly experienced tour manager

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Relaxin’ Barbados Did you blink and miss summer? Worry not! If you’re up for some lateyear sun, try Cyprus or Sicily – who knows, you might meet a gorgeous local called Alessandro, Antonio or Anastasia too … Alternatively, for serious sun and relaxin’, there’s Barbados.

Other excursions include Oistins’ famous fish fries or fine dining at The Cliff Restaurant south of Speightstown. If a food and relaxation theme is emerging, it’s because both are unavoidable. Island life is so chilled and the food, at all price levels, is wonderful. Try self-catering too, with

Marvel at North Point’s cliffs In the morning, take a chauffeurdriven tour and be amazed how reasonably priced (and relaxing) a few hours in an air-conditioned Mercedes is. Head north through Friendship, pass sugarcane fields, then marvel at North Point’s cliffs where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean. After following the coast through Walkers Beach and intriguingly-named Cattlewash, lunch at The Bay Tavern, St Martin’s Bay. Snapper is their thing, with the island’s best macaroni pie and local Banks Beer. It’s authentic food served simply – and it’s delicious.

Repeat often Travel independently or bag a deal from specialists such as Blue Bay Travel or your local travel consultant. Then look forward to chillin’ at the Sugar Cane Club and Spa – your stylish ‘adults only’ resort on the west coast near Speightstown. Within hours of landing, you’re relaxing on the balcony of your luxury apartment or enjoying a massage in the spa. Next, sip rum and coconut, or a Mauby, by the pool and contemplate supper in La Salsa restaurant or the authentic Barbadian rum shop.

flying fish, cou cou and salt bread from Jordan’s Supermarket, a Speightstown landmark – and local soca star Rupee on the radio. Or meet locals at The Fisherman’s Pub (‘Get Hooked on Us!’) while enjoying the caress of a Carribbean breeze.

Now repeat as often as possible for the duration of your stay. By the time you fly home you’ll be feeling the most relaxed you have for years. That’s Barbados for you. For a little island in the sun, there sure is lots to eat and do (or not do)! Need a break? Try relaxin’ Barbados!

Luxury, relaxation and seclusion The Sugar Cane Club offers luxury, relaxation and seclusion. It’s also close to local beaches and fascinating historic neighbourhoods. Did we say beaches? The Almond Beach Resorts’ pristine sands are just a short walk – or a shorter minibus ride – away.

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Just float away Imagine the comfort of a luxury hotel combined with the adventure of visiting many exciting, new destinations – what more could you ask for in a holiday? With over 20 million people booking a cruise every year, it’s easy to see how this industry has changed dramatically over the last 15 years. If you’ve never been on a cruise, this fantastic, unforgettable experience should be on your bucket list as a ‘must do soon’. Newmarket have cruises to suit every person, from the ‘cruise virgin’ to the ‘seasoned cruiser’ – from short 4 day party cruises to months travelling the world on your own voyage of discovery. This has to be one of the most relaxing and comfortable ways you can spend quality time with your family or friends.

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Return coach travel from Gloucester Five nights’ full board accommodation Cruise through Rhine Gorge and Middle Rhine Tour of the Black Forest and its capital Freiburg On board English commentary entertainment including a welcome On-board cocktail party and a Captain’s Farewell Dinner

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The Italian Lakes 8 days from £829pp Flying direct from Birmingham Oct 2016 – Oct 2017 Dates and flights from many airports availabe throughout 2017.

Discover some of the world’s most alluring and contrasting lakes and mountain scenery on this two-centre touring holiday. The tour begins with a four-night stay on beautiful Lake Maggiore, followed by three nights at Lake Garda. a guided tour of Maggiore and the Enjoy beautiful Borromean Islands

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Enjoy a full-day tour of glorious Lake Garda escorted by a friendly, experienced tour Fully manager

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Last minute price buster! Flying direct from Exeter on 28 September and Bournemouth on 5 October 2016 Don’t miss your chance to enjoy great late savings on normal prices on this very special offer. Enjoy a wonderful break in one of Tuscany’s most celebrated spa resorts, and perhaps join our optional excursion on an ‘Allocated on Arrival’ package where you simply select a ‘star-rating’ category and we choose a hotel for you.

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Autumn is coming September is often a lovely month and has the added appeal that the children are back at school! Sow salad crops for autumn and winter use. Things like Corn Salad, Land Cress and Winter Purslane can all be sown into open ground, although they will crop better if covered by a cloche or fleece as the weather gets colder. You can use the plastic containers that mushrooms come in, and keep them near the back door to snip at.

don’t cut into the old bald wood as it will not regenerate (in cases like this it is better to buy a new plant). Younger plants can do with a harder prune to keep them bushy.

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Now is also a good time to use a biological control (nematodes) against vine weevil grubs – you know the little beasts that, as grubs, lie in wait in pots of cyclamen, primulas, begonias and other species and eat the roots away until the poor plant keels over. The adult weevils make unsightly notches on the leaves of plants such as rhododendrons, which Prune young lavender will not kill them, but look horrid. plants to keep them bushy The biological control is good to September is a good time to give use on potted plants, but is not so established lavender plants a clip – effective in the garden – depending on the type of soil. You can buy them from the garden centre or online, and from what I remember you have to send off for the little ‘critters’, as they don’t have a shelf life, and they get posted to you. Follow the instructions on the packet, mix up the microscopic nematode with water and drench the pots. Don’t let the compost dry out.

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A desk for homework The end of summer means back to school for the school age children in our lives, marking the beginning of busy sports schedules, homework and school projects. Finding a place where the kids can study without being disturbed can be a challenge in itself, but a good desk will help homework become a task to look forward to. Here are a few simple ideas to help your young scholar on their way.

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