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As the cold weather sets in and the days get shorter, it’s i m p o r t a n t to re m e m b e r o u r g a rd e n f r i e n d s . C a ro l i n e Shelley has some great advice on how to help our g a rd e n w i l d l i fe b a t t l e t h e w i n te r m o n t h s i n ‘ W i l d l i f e Matters’. And don’t forget to check bonfires for hedgehogs before you light them this month! Gloucestershire is really getting into the festive spirit and there are lots of family friendly Christmas events happening throughout this month and next . From theatre productions and concerts to markets and Christmas fairs, there’s plenty to fill your diary! Check out our What’s On section for more details. We have a fantastic competition this month courtesy of Burley Fields Lakes whereby you could win tickets to their annual bonfire and firework display! Details are inside, but be quick – you don’t have long to enter.

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Wildlife Wildlife ssaviours aviours rrequired! equired! T h e c l o c k s h av e c h a n g e d , t h e temperatures are falling and the days are short . Winter is on the approach and the colder weather, particularly if we have some severe cold snaps, means the wildlife in your garden now starts a fight to survive the most challenging months of the year. They need any help you can give them and many of the things that will help are easy to do and will cost you nothing.

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G Get et yyour our h head ead iin n tthe he b books ooks T h e A u t u m n te r m i s f u l l y u p o n u s – exam dates and assignment deadlines are fast approaching, and yet you just can’t seem to knuckle down and get your head in the books. Sound familiar? Many of us will be able to relate to t h e t r i a l s a n d t r i b u l a t i o n s a s s o c i a te d with studying, but fear not – where there’s a problem, there is also a solution. So, here are some issues faced by students and how to conquer them...

P Procrastination rocrastination Undoubtedly, one of the most common problems, sometimes you don’t even know you’re doing it . If you’re procrastinating while revising a certain subject, study something else for a bit or take a break completely. D i t c h t h e b o o k s fo r t e n o r f i f t e e n minutes; chat to your family or go watch a bit of TV. When you sit down for the next attempt, your head will be clear and you’ll be ready to get going.

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Italy Italy akes tthe he ttakes aawards wards A Concours d’Elégance is a chance to view some very special, rare and unique automobiles up close, and an o p p o r t u n i t y fo r o w n e r s t o n o t o n l y show off their classics, but also add huge value to their pride and joy if they win a category. Entries into a Concours are not like the classics you see driven to a local show; these are coveted items, often worth millions, and spend their time languishing in climate controlled private collections or museums. They are very special, the best of the best, and therefore in huge demand. Event organisers go to great lengths in n e g o t i a t i n g w i t h o w n e r s to s h o w their automobiles and arrange for the most careful of shipping from across the globe. It ’s not just four wheels either, as the Motorbike Concours categories are just as competitive. Due to the nature of the entries, a Concours has a garden party atmosphere – a celebration of great automotive design, fabulous food and drink , with a chance for men to sport their blazers and ladies to shine in their elegant dresses.

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fabulous names) and sailed across the Atlantic with not only the Best in Show Trophy, but also a Best-in-Class award. This year’s Concours d’Elégance also played tribute to Ferrari’s 70th anniversary. Highlights included a 1949 Ferrari 166 Inter Coupe – the oldest-surviving UK-based Ferrari – to the latest Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta (open top), which was built to celebrate the marque’s 70th anniversary. Other winners included:

The 2017’s Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance took place in the p re s t i g i o u s g ro u n d s o f B l e n h e i m Palace and is closely linked with the famous Pebble Beach Concours in America. Now in its twelfth year, the event is by far one of the most respected Concours in the UK and therefore attracts some spectacular entries. Taking top honours for Best of Show was a one-off 1960 Alfa Romeo 6C 3000 CM Pininfarina Superflow IV. It’s • People’s Choice: 1973 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 ‘Daytona’ Spider a car that hadn’t been shown in the UK before, as it lives in America. It • Graceful Pre-War Motoring: 1939 Horch 853A Sport Cabriolet shook off fierce competition in the Curvaceous Coupes Class (yes, some • Best of British: 1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Series 1 of the Concours categories have really

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“Our main challenge is to increase the overall membership.” And with the improved facilities at the club that is certainly something they’re well on the way to achieving. “We run two senior sides and an occasional 3rd XV,” said Atkins. “We’ve also got a touch rugby section, summer 7s teams and we even enter the odd beach rugby tournament as well.” Touch rugby takes place all year round and this summer Minch-

Cheltenham Racecourse. Much of the w o r k t h a t g o e s i n t o m a k i n g a to p s p o r t s m a n o r wo m a n g o e s u n s e e n and that is certainly true in racing. T h e s e d ay s a g o o d n u m b e r o f t h e jockeys from these shores have burst onto the scene after being given a h e l p f u l l e g - u p by t h e P o n y R a c i n g Authority which was set up in 2007, three years after pony racing started.

R Rolling olling b back ack tthe he y years ears Dave Norton will be more interested than most when Forest Green Rovers and Cheltenham Town lock horns for the first time in the Football League at the end of November. The 52-year-old played for both c l u b s e i t h e r s i d e of t h e m i l l e n n i u m and also had a spel l as joint manager of Fore s t G re e n w i t h Nigel Spink in the early noughties. N o r to n was o n e of t h o s e Dave Norton wholehearted players who earned the respect of managers, players and fans alike for his honesty, work ethic and team play, not to mention the skill factor which h e b r o u g h t to t h e r i g h t s i d e o f midfield for any club he played for. It ’s probably fair to say that both clubs would welcome somebody like him with open arms ahead of their m e e t i n g a t T h e N ew L aw n o n 2 5 t h November.

i n h a m p to n h o s te d a to u c h r u g by tournament at their Hollybush home. “Touch rugby is a good way of g e t t i n g p e o p l e s t a r te d i n r u g by before moving into contact ,” said Atkins. “There is a progression for people who want to play contact rugby and competitive sessions for those who don’t. “ A l s o m a n y o f t h e to u r n a m e n t s require mixed male/female teams so it’s a way of introducing women into rugby as well. We are in the embryonic stages of starting a women’s team at the club.” While a full-blown women’s team is obviously something for the future, the club’s thriving junior section is very much part of the present. “Our junior section is pretty successful,” said Atkins. “We’ve got approximately 280 junior members from under- 6 all the way through to Colts.” Full story online

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TThe he W Wayne ayne Rooney Rooney cconnection onnection Wayne Rooney may have his detractors but he knows a lot of people and on the whole he is a pretty popular kind of guy. A n d ye t t h e r e a r e n o t t o o m a n y people who can say they went to his 18th birthday party – something that John Dalton can lay claim to. Dalton comes from the same neck o f t h e wo o d s a s R o o n ey b a c k o n Merseyside – they both went to De La Salle School – and retains a strong Scouse accent even though he left the area some 15 years ago. The 35-year-old, who is now p l aye r / m a n a g e r o f S t ro u d U n i t e d w h o p l ay i n D i v i s i o n O n e o f t h e Stroud League, is a big Everton fan just like Rooney. “I got invited to his party through a mutual friend,” he said. “We used to go to the same school and we’d play football against each other in the park . He was four years younger than me but even when he was 10 or 11 he was holding his own against 14 and 15 years olds. “You could tell he was going to be a star. He destroyed every goalscoring record at our school. “By the time he was 18 he was already playing for Everton and even though I was a few years older than him he was an idol of mine.

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“I hadn’t seen him for q u i te a w h i l e w h e n I we n t to h i s b a s h b u t h e s a i d h e re m embered me from our d ay s p l a y i n g a g a i n s t each other in the park .” Dalton isn’t a bad Stroud United player/boss John Dalton p l aye r h i m s e l f – l i k e Rooney he’s a striker – and is The club were only formed in 2006 certainly well known in footballing – in those days they were known as circles around Stroud and beyond. “I Stroud Imperial – and although came down here about 15 years ago Dalton was not involved at the start for a working holiday and never went he knows plenty about their history. “ T h e c l u b w e re fo u n d e d b y J o h n back ,” he chuckled. Since then he’s put down some Fisher and his son Graham,” said strong roots in the area because Dalton. “Sadly John died last year but these days he is married to Heidi his family are very much engrained with whom he has two young boys, in the club. Graham is 47 and is still p l ay i n g p re d o m i n a n t l y f o r t h e 1 s t Sonny and Jesse. team. He’s a midfielder but can play “I “I llove ove tthis his cclub” lub” all over. He’s still got it . They are already part of the “His brother David plays right-back furniture at Stroud United where for the reserves and Graham’s two Dalton is enjoying his second spell sons – James Dean and Josh Fisher – combining playing with managing. play up front for the 2nds and on the While his trip down memory lane wing for the 1sts respectively.” with Wayne Rooney is obviously a D a l t o n s t i l l h a s a r u n a ro u n d o n a great tale to tell, he is just as keen to Saturday afternoon as well. While talk about all things Stroud United. Stroud United are very much the club “I love being part of the club,” he closest to his heart these days, he said. “It ’s very challenging being has played for a number of teams player/manager. We lost 11 players since s et t l i n g in glorious in the summer – six of them went to Gloucestershire just this side of the Kings Stanley but there are millennium. no hard feelings. “I first played for a team called “It was a difficult summer Victoria Celtic in Division Eight of the because it ’s a struggle to Stroud League,” he recalled. “It was a replace a whole team but bit of a kickaround with my mates we’ve started again.” from the pub and I scored 76 goals.” D e s p i te t h e i r p r o b l e m s, He had spells with Cirencester the club are still fielding a Town, Tuffley Rovers and Shortwood 2nd team in Division Six of United before landing up at the Stroud League and Brimscombe and Thrupp which was D a l to n added: “The the start of a three-year love affair. “I found my club,” he said. “I objective of the 2nd team is f o r t h e y o u n g p l ay e r s to h e l p e d t h e m g e t p r o m o t e d to t h e enjoy their football, to bring County League and I was their their friends along and leading scorer for three seasons.” rebuild from there.” Full story online.

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BONFIRE NIGHT A roaring bonfire lighting up our beautiful Hillside meadow, an awe-inspiring fireworks display and a fire performer to keep you entertained all evening. Hog Roast, retro popcorn and candy floss stalls, a fantastic selection of Hillside craft beers, plenty of wines and soft-drinks. 6pm. £12 per car. Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, GL17 0NG. 01452 830222. 4-5 NOVEMBER ORCHARD STREET FOOD & CRAFT MARKET Delicious, locally sourced food and drink, artisan arts and crafts, jewellery, home wear, plants and seasonal goods. Come along, enjoy great food and drink and live music from an eclectic range of busking acts. Full details at gloucesterquays.co.uk 5 NOVEMBER BONFIRE CRAFT A special family craft session all about bonfires! Your budding young artists can use our selection of art materials and some exciting new techniques to create great artwork for your home! Be prepared to get a little messy in this session. No need to pre-book. 11am. £3. The Wilson, Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JT. CREEDS CROSS: THE CELTIC JOURNEY Bringing together the most talented of musicians in a musical masterpiece, Creed’s Cross, bring to life some of the greatest ever classics. A unique blend of storytelling, emotion evoking melodies and fast paced toe tapping music. 7.30pm. £21.50. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk

6 NOVEMBER MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT Caroline Waldegrave OBE Cooking Demonstration and light lunch. At Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester. Information from lindaklemme@gmail.com or telephone: 01666 575436. Sponsorship by Butler Sherborn, Cirencester. 7 NOVEMBER GILMORE & ROBERTS The contemporary folk/acoustic duo combine award-winning songwriting with their trademark harmonies to create a powerful wall of sound. 01684 295074. For details visit rosestheatre.org. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 8 NOVEMBER THE HUNTING OF THE SNARK The impossible voyage of an improbable crew to hunt an imaginary creature is brought magically to life in this sparkling musical comedy adventure. A brand new, highly original, ultra-modern adaptation inspired by Lewis Carroll’s much loved classic poem. 4.30pm. £16. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 0844 576 2210. cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 10-11 NOVEMBER WUTHERING HEIGHTS After Mr Earnshaw’s death, Heathcliff is bullied and humiliated by Catherine’s brother Hindley and wrongly believing that his love for Catherine is not reciprocated, leaves Wuthering Heights, only to return years later to exact a terrible revenge. For details visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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111-18 1-18 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER CHARLTON KINGS ANNUAL TOY SALE Every day except Sunday. Open 9.15am– 4.30pm at Charlton Kings Baptist Church in aid of ACORNS Children’s Hospice. Please come and support us. If you have toys to donate or include in sale call 01242 522559. 1122 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER THE NUTCRACKER

Russian National Ballet will delight you with beautiful new production of The Nutcracker. The ultimate and beautiful fairytale where goodness and beauty triumph. For details visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 12 12 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER HIS WAY: THE STORY OF FRANK SINATRA Award winning singer Robert Habermann comes to Stroud, to sing the songs and tell the ‘whole’ unexpurgated story about Ol’ Blue Eyes’ career, performing many of Sinatra’s wonderful songs including ‘Come Fly With Me’ and ‘My Way’. For times and prices visit www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 1144 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER MUGENKYYO TAIKO DRUMMERS Experience the power of thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums, mysterious masked choreography, synchronisation timed to perfection, post-apocalyptic martial imagery and infectious humour – all in a spellbinding display of sheer energy. For details visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 1155 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER RAY MEARS – BORN TO GO WILD

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The perfect opportunity to get some early festive shopping done and really get into the Christmas spirit! Plenty of arts and crafts, hot food and drinks and even an ice rink to keep visitors entertained! Gloucester Quays, St. Ann Way, GL1 5SH. 01452 338933. For more information visit www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk. 1177 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER GHOST TRAIN A Rock-tastic, hilarious, musical concert with a tongue in cheek story, spellbinding cast, guitar gods and sexy vampettes! Including tracks from Queen, Meat Loaf,, Bon Jovi, Guns n’ Roses and many more. For details visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. WAYNE HEMMINGWAY Wayne Hemingway has a fair few stories to tell. Insightful, thought-provoking, often hilarious and always truthful, Wayne’s rise to success was a rather unusual one. For details visit www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 1177 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER THE REVOLUTIONARIES Established in the ‘hotbed’ of the North East music scene, The Revolutionaires are influenced by ’50s, R’n’B and swing and will be pumping out hot rhythm & blues in a hard hitting style. For times and prices visit. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 1188 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE Hundred Watt Club presents a dazzling evening of vintage inspired burlesque and cabaret. With sublime showgirls and ridiculous comedy, it’ll be naughty… and very, very nice! Over 18s only, this show employs and embraces adult themes and partial nudity. 8pm, Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. Tickets £15

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Join us for a festive shopping experience to remember. We have again carefully selected a variety of stallholders that together create a one-stop destination for all of your Christmas shopping needs. 9.30am. Free entry. www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. AN EVENING WITH FRANK BRUNO MBE We are delighted to welcome the former Heavyweight World Champion boxer Frank Bruno for an intimate interview discussing his boxing career, mental health battles, and his life as the People’s Champion. There will be an opportunity for a VIP meet and greet reception. For times and prices visit. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 118-19 8-19 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER MONTPELLIER QUILTERS EXHIBITION Charity Quilt Raffle in aid of the Stroud Women’s Refuge and The Albanian Women’s Sewing Project. Saturday 10am to 5pm. Sunday 10am to 4pm. Entry £2 – children free. Refreshments, trade tables, sales table. The Reddings Community Centre, North Road West, Chetenham, GL51 6RF. 1188 & 2255 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER MUSIC FOR ADVENT Cirencester Parish Church: Sat 18th Nov, 7.30pm. St Mary’s Church, Prestbury: Sat 25th Nov, 7pm. Cantores Chamber Choir presents a varied programme of sacred music from medieval times to the 21st Century. Including works by Praetorius, Byrd, Purcell, John Tavener, Jan Sandstrom and Ola Gjeilo. Tickets (£15; concs £12; u16s free) from: TICs in Cirencester and Cheltenham, from Lorna on 01242 603988, www.cantores.net and on the door. 19 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 19 MINNOVATORS Age – 3-12 years and adults. Prepare to innovate! This is a family workshop like no other, where you and your young artists can experiment and let loose to create striking works of art. Throw, stamp, flick , burst and smear in this fun, energetic art session. No need to pre-book , but spaces are limited. 11am. £3. The Wilson, Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JT.

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22-23 22-23 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Inventive, bold and original.... the versatile troop explore a physical, visual, and passionate take on the bard, making the title worthy of the word ‘Dream’. For details visit www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 2244 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER WELCOME BACK DELTA WBD live performances capture the spark of good old fashioned rock and roll, with an energy and spirit of a hardcore performance, all washed down with whisky and memorable onstage antics. 11pm. Free entry until 11pm. Cafe Rene, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 1TP. 01452 309340. 2255 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS FAIR Visit our Christmas Fair with activities for all: bouncy castle, crafts, BBQ, cakes, raffle and more. Visit: www.lakesidechelt.co.uk/PTA or find us on Facebook. CHELTENHAM CHORAL SOCIETY Presents Requiem Durufle, Requiem Rutter. Conductor Ian Higginson, Organist tba, Soloists from Keble College Oxford. 7.30pm. Tickets £10 from The Wilson or on the door. Under 13s free. Francis Close Hall Chapel, University of Gloucestershire. 2255 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER – 22 22 D DECEMBER ECEMBER CHRISTMAS AT COTSWOLD FARM PARK Get into the spirit of the season! Enrol yourself in Elf Academy, visit Father Christmas in his grotto and say hello to the animals of the nativity story. For more details visit www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk 01451 850307. Cotswold Farm Park , Guiting Power, GL54 5UG. 25 DECEMBER 25 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER – 23 23 D ECEMBER WINTER WONDERLAND AT PRINKNASH BIRD & DEER PARK

Come and see our resident reindeer, Rudolf, Prancer and Comet, and look out over the stunning valley of magical Christmas lighting from the new Visitor Centre balconies. Christmas gifts for children from Santa. Advance bookings only. Adults £11.50, children £13. From 11am (park closes 6pm). For full details visit www.thebirdpark.com. The Bird and Deer Park , Prinknash, Cranham, Gloucester, GL4 8EX. 01452 812727

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2266 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAIR AT CHELTENHAM COLLEGE Sponsored by Savills and supporting Maggie’s. Sunday 26th November, 10am4pm. Tickets £5pp (under 16s free). Purchase your ticket in advance for a free glass of ‘Fizz’. Call 01242 265694 to book. 28 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 28 ROYAL MARINES CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 2017 During this popular annual event, the Royal Marines Band will perform Christmas music, military marches, big band hits and popular showstoppers – to name but a few. 7.30pm. Various prices. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 29 DECEMEBER 29 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER – 8 D ECEMEBER A CHRISTMAS CAROL A magical and enchanting re-telling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, ‘A Christmas Carol’. This charming, family-friendly production promises to fill you up to the brim with Christmas spirit. For full details please visit www.berkeley-castle.com. 01453 810303. The Great Hall, Berkeley Castle, Berkeley GL13 9BQ. 3300 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER – 23 23 D ECEMEBER DECEMEBER THE TALES OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN A selection of fairy tales from the world’ss best-known storyteller. Suitable for 3-7 year olds and their families. Simple, gentle storytelling with professional actor/ musicians. For times and prices visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. THROUGHOUT DECEMBER DECEMBER THROUGHOUT CHRISTMAS WITH SANTA AND LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD Decorate and write your letter to Santa, then dress up as Little Red Riding Hood or the Woodcutter and go off into our magical woods to find him. Look out for the cheeky elves on the way and don’t forgot to tell Santa how good you have been! Booking is advised. For more details visit www.puzzlewood.net. Puzzlewood, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB. 2 DECEMBER DECEMBER THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS 2017 A festive treat of seasonal music and readings from local school and adult choirs, with BBC presenter Vernon Harwood and conductor Ian Higginson. 7.30pm. £14. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 66-23 -23 D ECEMEBER DECEMEBER A GLOUCESTERSHIRE MIDWINTER A lighthearted revue dealing with all things wintry, past and present, in Gloucestershire. From Holst’s ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’ to the story of ‘Oxbode Lane’.

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Featuring song, drama and poetic humour. For details visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573. 9 DECEMEBER DECEMEBER THE BOHEMIANS Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time. For times and prices visit www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. 99-21 -21 DECEMBER DECEMBER SANTA RAILCAR SPECIAL Travel from Toddington station by an early 1960s diesel rail car with Santa and his young elves. Complementary mince pies, hot and cold drinks, biscuits and fruit, and a goody bag for children. £14. For more details visit gwsr.com. The Railway Station, Toddington GL54 5DT. 01242 621405. 17 17 DECEMEBER DECEMEBER A CHRISTMAS CONCERT Berkeley Castle are delighted that the choir have agreed to return for this incredibly popular event. A great way to get you in the mood for Christmas! For full details please visit www.berkeleycastle.com. 01453 810303. The Great Hall, Berkeley Castle, Berkeley GL13 9BQ. 20 DECEMBER DECEMBER 20 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Follow the fantastical journey of Belle – a bright, independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the Beast’s hideous exterior and realise the kind heart and soul of the true Prince within. 3pm (film starts at 4pm). £6 (family of 4 £20 – to include a treat from Santa). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 18-21 JANUARY JANUARY 18-21 ALADDIN Continue the magic of the festive season with a visit to Aladdin – a ‘rags to riches’ tale, packed with adventure and original twists and turns along the way. £10 -£15. For details and tickets call Showcase on 01242 224144 or visit promenadeproductions.co.uk

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Clear and compost fallen leaves from the lawn – you can leave them on the borders as long as they are not covering evergreens like heathers, as the worms will pull t h e m d ow n i n t o t h e s o i l ov e r t h e w i n te r a n d b y s p r i n g t h e y w i l l b e gone! Evergreen leaves like holly or l a u re l a r e s o m e t h i n g e l s e a n d w i l l not easily decompose – remove these from the borders. You can put t h e m o n t h e l a w n a n d r u n o ve r them with the mower to help in the decomposition. The deciduous leaves can be put into large bin bags with a few holes in – half fill a bag and tie the top, then stack somewhere out of the way and use in the borders the following autumn.

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The pictured plant stand is 6 0 0 m m fo r t h e l e g s ( x 4 ) plus 100mm for top. The great thing about this DIY is that you can make the plant stand whatever height you would like, although the t a l l e r t h e p l a n t st a n d t h e less stable it could be, so yo u m ay n e e d to u s e a t h i c k e r d ow e l i n g r o d a n d make sure you can get the copper tee pieces to fit before you purchase.

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