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For some, October is one of the most entertaining months of the year, as it culminates in an evening of witches, ghosts, vampires and other spooky creatures!

There are lots of Halloween-themed events happening in the second half of the month across the county to suit all ages, so check out our What ’s On section for more details.

Laura Nicklin has some ghoulish suggestions in her ‘ G a d g et s & G i z m o s ’ a r t i c l e t h i s m o n t h , i n c l u d i n g a remote control tarantula that is sure to scare some unsuspecting victims!

We’re also starting to head into firework season and while bonfires and firework displays can be impressive to watch, please spare a thought for wildlife and pets, including hedgehogs, who may be hibernating in log piles meant for bonfires. You can read about our prickly garden friends in Caroline Shelley ’s ‘Wildlife Matters’ feature.

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TLA TLA Photography Photograph CCompetition ompetition There are still a few weeks lef for you to enter our Photograph g , Competition! We’re looking fo plants, food, everyday objects and more to represent the four seasons of the year, and the winning photographs will appear on the covers of our 2018 publications!

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Congratulations to Karrie Whitehead who was the lucky winner of our Fantastic Family Entertainment Hamper! Karrie was over the moon to have won our raffle at Newent Onion Fayre and said her daughter will be thrilled – especially as a few of her favourite board games were included in the prize!

The Local Answer would like to thank everyone who supported the raffle, including those who bought t i c k e t s a n d o u r wo n d e r f u l s p o n s o r s w h o h e l p e d to create the prize.

We had a great day at the Newent Onion Fayre and despite several heavy downpours – you can always count on the British weather – we raised £502 for Severn Freewheelers EVS.

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For the sauce: 100g white granulated sugar; 50g unsalted butter, cubed; 100ml fresh double cream.

M ethod: Method: 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan 160°C/gas 4). Grease an 18cm x 28cm cake tin, and line the base and sides with baking paper.

2 Put the chopped dates in a heatproof bowl and pour over 100ml boiling water. Leave to soak for 5 minutes, then puree with a stick blender or in a food processor.

3 Put the butter, brown sugar and eggs in a large mixing bowl and sift over the flour, spices and baking powder.

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2-3 minutes until thoroughly blended. Fold in the pureed dates.

4 S p o o n t h e m i x t u r e i n to t h e t i n , l e v e l t h e t o p w i t h a spatula and arrange the sliced apples in rows on top.

Bake for 50 -55 minutes until a skewer inserted into the sponge comes out clean. If the cake starts to brown after about 40 minutes, cover loosely with foil. Leave in the tin to cool for 15 minutes.

5 Meanwhile, make the toffee sauce. Put the sugar and 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small heavy-based pan (not non-stick) and heat gently until the sugar dissolves.

Increase the heat and boil, without stirring, for about 2 minutes until the syrup turns a deep golden caramel colour. Swirl the pan occasionally to prevent any hot spots forming, which could cause the syrup to burn.

Take care as the syrup will be very hot.

6 Remove the pan from the heat , leave to cool for 2-3 minutes then stir in the butter until melted. Gradually whisk in the cream to make a glossy sauce.

7 Remove the cake from the tin, and serve with the hot toffee sauce.

If you’re more of a cupcake person, try dividing the cake mixture between 16 -20 cases and bake for 25-35 minutes (depending on how many cupcakes you make).

You can then enjoy these as a tasty mid-morning snack .

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Ladies’ College to host Autumn Beer Festival Cheltenham Ladies’ College is probably not the first venue that springs to mind for a beer festival, but from Thursday 2 6 t h to S a t u r d a y 2 8 t h o f O c t o b e r i t w i l l h o s t t h e Cheltenham CAMRA Real Ale Festival for the first time.

Now in its third year,, festival organiser Andy Forbes is delighted with the “great deal of flexibility” Cheltenham Ladies’ College offers. He said: “The Princess Hall is an impressive and iconic space, but we also have multi-room areas and the college gardens to work in, providing space for a heated marquee and a lovely outdoor area for an autumn festival. “ I t i s t h e c l o s e s t we e k e n d t o H a l l ow e e n , s o we a r e l o o k i n g t o add a few fun elements to create a party atmosphere. We want as m a n y p e o p l e a s p o s s i b l e to sample great beer, cider and perry in a fantastic venue, so this year’s entrance price is only £4.50 or £3.50 for CAMRA members.”

The plan is to offer 100 unique real ales, with a separate12-tap ‘key keg’ bar, 30+ ciders and perries (possibly mulled cider too) and a wine bar. “This will mean that, whatever their tastes, there will be something for everyone to enjoy,” said Andy.

The festival has also drawn interest from local food concessions, meaning a greater choice for all festivalgoers, and there will be live music during Saturday.

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The fantastic Princess Hall at Cheltenham Ladies’ College.

U n f o r t u n a te l y t h e r e w i l l b e no admittance for dogs (except assistance dogs), or for anyone under 18 (including very young c h i l d re n a n d b a b i e s ) a t a n y time during the festival.

A s w i t h a n y eve n t o f t h i s size, help will be needed during set-up and take down a s we l l a s d u r i n g t h e p u b l i c sessions. “If anyone can spare any time to help out between Tuesday and Sunday (October 24th to 29th) it would be much appreciated,” said Andy.

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These negative behaviours can sometimes even become self rewarding in that the animal that meows, barks or squarks for attention invariably gets told off or talked to, thus encouraging more vocalisation. Sadly many pets with frustration induced destructive or aggressive behaviours will either get punished by their owners or possibly even surrendered to an animal shelter when all they need is some attention and time spent with them.

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S t u d i e s s h ow t h a t a n i m a l s s h ow s t ro n g m o n o to n y avoidance behaviour. Although routine is a part of all our lives, that routine needs to be a rich and varied one. Our pets deserve our attention and a life full of interesting and stimulating activities just as much as we do. Sometimes it pays to consider whether that naughty puppy or annoying pussy cat would do better with more attention and less telling off.

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A choice choice of of oover ver 3300 00 fframes rames “Artwork isn’t finished until it ’s in the perfect , complementary frame” is the view of Cheltenham’s most recent art entrepreneur Katy Barnfield (right). In partnership with mum Theresa Barnfield, the pair have created their new business – Regency Gallery & Framing – which opened its doors to the public in September.

The combination of Theresa’s experience in customer service and Katy ’s passion for art is already proving successful as they hit the ground running with their ‘Wallz 2 Walls’ exhibition celebrating Cheltenham’s very first paint festival organised by artist Andy Davis aka Dice 67. Katy said: “The exhibition was extremely popular and we’re already excited about running it again in conjunction with next year’s paint festival.”

Regular Regular a and nd g guest uest a artists rtists Regency Gallery & Framing is situated on the first floor (up the external green stairs) at 14 Berkeley Mews between St James car park and the High Street. Artists currently shown include regulars Lee Crew and Pure Evil plus street artists Dice 67, Beep Monkey, 3rdeye, RTC , FBG, Dope, Dekay and Bunny.

Taking over from the middle of October will be the ‘Stop Bullying Project’ exhibition which Katy has spent 18 months organising, but says it was worth all the effort: “I’m so pleased that 100 artists from all over the world are involved. They ’ve each personalised school exercise books in an effort to change the way we feel about our differences. There’s a private viewing 7-9pm on 14th October and the exhibition runs till 28th October.

They ’ll then be distributed to secondary schools for student support programs.”

Katy has always had an i n te re s t i n a r t , a t o n e p o i n t working as a graphic designer in 3D digital media, and is now a c a r b o n f i b re a r t i s t . B u t h e r passion doesn’t stop at creating artwork – it ’s about having it presented perfectly too!

A cchoice hoice o off 3 300+ 00+ fframes rames S h e s ay s : “ R e g e n c y G a l l e r y & Framing was formed to bridge the gap between beautiful artwork and the experience of having the right , similarly beautiful frame made to fully complement the content”. With over 300 frame samples to choose from and a team with over 20 years’ experience in retail, contract and corporate framing and art , clients can expect a first class, professional and friendly service.

“We deliver a modern and fresh experience and offer a r t w o r ks n e w to C h e l t e n h a m a l o n g s i d e s o m e o f o u r favourites and others from local talent ,” Katy commented.

Whether you’re looking for artwork or have some that need to be tastefully framed, why not pop in and have a chat with Katy and Theresa – they’d love to meet you.

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Charlton Kings Parish Meeting – Exciting Updates Our next Parish Meeting will be in the Stanton Hall, Church Piece (next to the Library) on Monday 16th October 2017 at 7pm (doors open at 6.30pm). Everyone who lives in the Parish will be made most welcome.

Light refreshments will be served and you will be able to meet and chat to Parish Councillors informally before we present an account of how we are progressing with the Parish Plan – our vision for the future.

You will hear about: • A brand new parish website • New signage for walking routes around the parish • Community events • The launch of a CK Business Connect Group • Plans for the regeneration of the Kings Hall and Church Piece to create a vibrant community hub • The latest news about developments at CK Cricket Club, and the presentation of a Parish Community Grant to support their innovations You will be invited to raise any matters of particular interest or concern to you at the Open Forum which concludes the event.

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Dates of October public meetings in the Stanton Hall Planning: Mondays 2nd and 23rd at 7.30pm Allotments: Wednesday 11th at 6pm (Conference Room) Parish Meeting: Monday 16th at 7pm Full Council: Monday 30th at 7pm Clerk Clerk – Liz Liz D Dowie owie ((01242 01242 2 250087) 50087) Clerk@charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk www.charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk

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Modern day life makes it easier than ever for health myths to become commonplace “knowledge” and can therefore impact people’s progress in their journeys to a healthy lifestyle, whether a beginner or a veteran. Advertising has made it easier and easier to demonise certain elements of a healthy lifestyle in order to sell products that “fix” problems that never existed in the first place.

A healthy lifestyle is for everyone and can be a reality by making small changes, from slipping some carrot into a lasagna, to taking the time to go on a morning run, whatever the ability level.

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However, fat and carbohydrates shouldn’t be demonised at its expense – they both should exist in your diet.

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Low carb diets are often short fixes t h a t d o n o t k e e p t h e we i g h t o f f when the diet is over, and low-fat diets encourage the overconsumption of carbohydrates in their place, which is equally unhealthy.

The ideal plate should be half v e g e t a b l e s , a q u a r t e r p ro t e i n a n d t h e o t h e r q u a r t e r s h a re d b e t we e n carbohydrates and fats. ‘Clean eating’ doesn’t necessarily equal weight loss, though, if that ’s your goal, as calories are the single most important thing to keep track of.

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We will all miss the summer, but now we can look forward to some exciting autumn fashion trends to show off. Enjoy!

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So if there is an actual emergency, w h a t d o yo u r c h i l d re n n e e d t o know? Let’s start with first aid and first reactions: 1.

1. If you get a minor burn – from a candle, sparkler or hot plate – make sure you keep the area cold. Plunge into cold water, or add ice to take the heat out of the skin. Do not add any creams or lotions at all! Tell someone and seek medical attention as soon as possible.

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3 3.. Teach kids the basics of how fire operates – fuel + heat + air – then t h ey c a n s e e h o w t a k i n g o n e o f these elements away will put out the fire! Help them make sense of f i r e a n d h o w i t w o r ks – t h i s t a k e s the panic away and can save a life!

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4. If there is a fire in the building you are in, stay low where the air is cleaner. Get out as soon as possible and do not go back in. Call 999 – don’t assume someone else has done it! It ’s better that the receive e m e rg e n c y services multiple calls than none.

I know this is not a pretty topic but I hope you will consider talking to your children of all ages about fire, how it works and how to put it out.

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University U niversity – m manage anage your money money your You’ve got the place and course you wanted at uni and the first year is one of excitement, apprehension but also the inception of independence and financial awareness. Getting a degree is expensive, but making every penny count lets you squeeze every drop of f u n f r o m y o u r u n i d ay s w i t h o u t getting saddled with debt . Here are some of the top essential money tips for students.

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1. Work Work out out a budget budget I t i s h a rd t o s e t a p r e c i s e w e e k l y s a v i n g m o n e y o n ‘ e s s e n t i a l s ’ budget before you get to university wherever you can. and see what things really cost . 4.

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• Don’t overdo it : Try not to work The simplest way to do this is to more than 15 hours per week so you m a k e o n e l i s t o f a l l yo u r m o n t h l y can keep up with your studies. income (e.g. from loans, part-time • Get paid what you are owed: The wo r k , t h e ‘ B a n k o f M u m a n d D a d ’ , minimum wage for 18-20 year olds is e tc . ) a n d a n o t h e r l i s t i n g a l l t h e £5.30 per hour. If you are over 21 it is expenses you can think of. £6.70.

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I f yo u a r e t a k i n g o u t a s t u d e n t ‘maintenance’ loan to cover living costs, you will be paid a lump sum at the beginning of each term. When you receive each payment , put it in an instant access savings account

(keeping enough back to cover your immediate needs). That way, your loan will earn interest and you will be less tempted to blow it all straight away and won’t be able to spend it ‘by mistake’.

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Make sure any valuable items, like computers and bikes, are properly covered. Some policies have a ‘single item’ limit (which means that any single item is only covered up to a m a x i m u m o f s ay £ 2 , 5 0 0 ) a n d i n s i s t that any such items are listed on the policy.

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The The P opular Popular O nes Ones A q u e s t i o n I a m o f te n a s k e d i s : “ W h a t a re t h e m o s t p o p u l a r c a r models in the UK”. Here’s some insight into last year ’s and I expect also this year’s trends.

For Private sales – i.e. a car being registered in the UK for personal use of a private individual – the Ford Fiesta has always been King. In 2 0 1 6 , 7 3 , 6 8 4 n ew F i e s t a s we re privately registered and the new 2 0 1 7 F i est a m o d e l w i l l f u r t h e r tighten Ford’s grip on the market. In second place was the Volkswagen P o l o w i t h 3 7 , 3 6 2 s a l e s, t h e n t h e Vauxhall Corsa, Mini and Ford Focus.

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of the tree, followed closely by Audi’s A4, the Mercedes E class, Vauxhall’s Insignia, the BMW 4 Series and Skoda’s Octavia.

For the Family market , the Kia Sportage leads with 40,083 cars registered, followed by the Ford Kuga, Range Rover Evoque, Hyundai Tucson and Land Rover Discovery Sport . Cars such as the Ford C-Max , S-Max and B-Max, Citroen C4 Picasso and Vauxhall Zafira Tourer were popular choices.

Keep this information in your back pocket when looking for a car. If large numbers of a model you like are being registered each year, you know that when it comes to buying a second hand/used model, the UK c a r m a r k e t i s g o i n g to b e f l o o d e d ; t h e re fo re yo u r b a rg a i n i n g p ow e r come deal time will be stronger.

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So you might need to look a little bit harder to find the price or spec you require.

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FA Chartered Standard club, qualified coaches, both league and friendly matches. Meet new friends and play regular football. We are specifically looking for coaches to help our under 16 and Under 7s team – no experience necessary, full support for qualifications provided. Contact Gary for more information – 01452 551789 or gnorris@glos.ac.uk.

TTHROUGHOUT HROUGHOUT OCTOBER OCTOBER FRIGHTMARE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Prepared to be scared silly! Returning for the 16th year, Frightmare has activities to be enjoyed both in the day and at night.

For details including dates, times and prices visit www.frightmare.co.uk. Over Farm Market, Over, Gloucester, GL2 8DB. 3300 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER OCTOBER PRESCOTT SPEED HILL CLIMB The popular American themed Autumn Classic returns to Prescott Speed Hill Climb.

The all-American Stars and Stripes weekend celebrates the biggest and brashest cars and music this side of the pond. For details visit: www.prescott-hillclimb.com 1 OCTOBER OCTOBER NOCTURNE AND REPOSE An evening of music for flute, french horn and piano to draw you into the season of magical dusks and twinkling lights. 4.30pm.

Chapel Arts, Knapp Road, GL50 3QQ. £10 adults, family discounts. www.trioebano.co.uk 2 OCTOBER OCTOBER A MONK’S TALE

In 1517, German monk Martin Luther pinned a debate proposal to his local church door, unwittingly setting off a chain of events which would lead to the European Reformation. It’s a heady mix of corruption and crusades, popes and purgatory, sacraments and (burning at the) stakes. 7pm. £5 (free for under 23). The Bacon Theatre, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HE. 01242 258002.

PSYCHIC SALLY: KISSES TO HEAVEN Sally’s jaw dropping show has attracted amazed reviews from theatre goers and psychic fans. Funny, entertaining, touching,

heart-breaking and controversial; Kisses to Heaven showcases the phenomenal ability of the nation’s best loved medium.

7.30pm. £26.50. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 22-7 -7 OCTOBER OCTOBER MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET The worldwide smash-hit musical inspired by the famous recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For details visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

33-8 -8 OCTOBER OCTOBER MACBETH Butterfly We Are is coming back to Puzzlewood. During this unique, siteresponsive adaptation of Macbeth, Butterfly invite you to join the characters as you walk along the paths following the action, whilst the story unfolds all around you. For times and prices visit www.puzzlewood.net. Puzzlewood, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB. 01594 833187.

4 OCTOBER OCTOBER CHELTENHAM CRICKET SOCIETY Cheltenham Cricket Society meets 1st Wednesday of each month September to May at the Victory Club. Speakers include Derek Randall, Pat Murphy, Mick Newell and David Frith. New members and guests welcome. Contact Malcolm Brown – mb3456@blueyonder.co.uk. View www.cheltcs.councilcricketsocieties.com

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44-7 -7 OCTOBER OCTOBER WOLVES ARE COMING FOR YOU Someone has seen a wolf. Where did they come from? Someone must be able to do something about them? 2 actors perform multiple roles over one extraordinary day in an ordinary British village. The audience play the role of detective as they try to work out where these animals came from.

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5 OCTOBER OCTOBER HAMLET

Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’ss death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his

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sanity and the security of the state. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HE. 01242 258002.

6 OCTOBER OCTOBER SLEEPING BEAUTY

Set to Tchaikovsky’s traditional score with stunning choreography, Sleeping Beauty portrays the struggle between good and evil. The wicked fairy Carabosse lays a curse on the young princess and the entire palace falls into a deep sleep. A century later, Prince Florimund awakens the sleeping princess with a kiss. Vienna Festival Ballet’s timeless tale of love is sure to enchant and enthral ballet enthusiasts of all ages. 7.30pm. £19 (£18, children £14). The Bacon Theatre, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HE. 01242 258002.

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ROVING CROWS A vibrant mix of Celtic-inspired fiddle alongside original and intelligent lyrics backed by pounding, tribal and electronica infused dance grooves. 8pm. Advance tickets £11 (concs £10). On the door £12 (concs £11). 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.

6 OCTOBER OCTOBER OH! CAROL From their humble beginnings in Brooklyn to the dizzying heights of their success in the 50s and 60s, the songwriting genius of Neil Sedaka and ‘Howie’ Howard Greenfield will go down in musical history as one of the most successful partnerships of all time. For times and prices visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 66-15 -15 OCTOBER OCTOBER CHELTENHAM LITERATURE FESTIVAL This year the Festival explores the themes of British identity, asking ‘Who Do You Think We Are’? Exploring British identity in 2017. Look out for new late night events and literary mayhem …around town. To book call 01242 850270 or visit www.cheltenhamfestivals.com/literature Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210.

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7 OCTOBER OCTOBER NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP Join us for a fun and relaxed day of crafting and create your own felted hare.

10am. £45. Cost includes all equipment and felt, and as much tea and coffee as you can drink. Cafe on site or bring your own packed lunch. Places are limited and only confirmed once payment has been received in full. To book please contact Blossom Felts on 07870 226621. www.blossomfelts.wordpress.com. Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9QB. JON RICHARDSON: THE OLD MAN

The Centaur at Cheltenham Racecourse warmly welcomes one of the funniest live performers working today, as part of his ‘The Old Man’ tour. 6pm. £22. 01242 513014. Evesham Road, Prestbury, GL50 4SH. www.cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk.

BEER VS WINE FOOD PAIRING

The ultimate clash of the titans, our exclusive dining evening will see these two beloved tipples go head to head to see which is crowned the King of Kings when it comes to food pairing. Hosted in our fantastic new Hop Barn, you’ll be served a three-course dinner expertly prepared with a selection of flavours and exactly why they’ve selected each to

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accompany your meal. 7-11pm. £40pp.

Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, GL17 0NG, 01452 830222.

7-8 7-8 OCTOBER OCTOBER AUTUMN DIESEL WEEKEND This autumn we are again holding a diesel running weekend using our magnificent fleet of heritage diesel locomotives dating back to the early 1960s. Come and enjoy the sight and sounds of a bygone age with our collection of vintage diesel locomotives and come and look around our carriage maintenance facilities at Winchcombe. 01242 621405. www.gwsr.com 8 OCTOBER OCTOBER KITE DAY Come and fly your kite, and watch the expert kite flying demonstration from Avon Kite Flying Club. Why not make a kite in a drop-in workshop, fly your new kite and then take it home. 11am-4pm.

Free entry and parking. Taurus Crafts, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, GL15 6BU. 01594 844841.

BLAKE: THE 10 YEAR TOUR Celebrating 10 years together, Brit-Awardwinning vocal trio BLAKE are back with a brand new album and UK tour. The sounds of classical anthems, big musicals and contemporary songs are set to collide once again, along with the boys’ lush harmony vocals and irreverent banter. For times and prices visit www.rosestheatre.org.

01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 99-14 -14 OCTOBER OCTOBER DRIVING MISS DAISY When elderly widow Daisy Werthan crashes her car one day in 1948, her son hires her a chauffeur, an African-American named Hoke Colburn. Daisy and Hoke’s relationship gets off to a rocky start, but as times change across a 25 year backdrop of prejudice, inequality and civil unrest, a profound and life-altering friendship blossoms. For details visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

1100 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE SHEE An exceptional all-female band, showcasing powerful and emotional vocal performances and instrumental prowess.

Instrumentation is accordion, two fiddles, flute, mandolin, electro-Harp and the show features three exquisite voices.

7.30pm. £22. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE. 1111 OCTOBER OCTOBER MARK THOMAS – A SHOW THAT GAMBLES ON THE FUTURE Few predicted the events of 2016. And even fewer seem to know where we are going. Mark Thomas sets out to discover what the future has in store for us by collecting and examining his own predictions and those of his audiences before gambling on their outcome.

7.30pm. £18. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE. AUTUMN BERRIES & BLOOMS

Spend the morning making a beautiful autumnal arrangement with Josephine’ss Fabulous Flowers of Newnham. All materials provided. Workshop starts after coffee and croissants. At 12.30pm a set 3 course lunch will be served. £50pp. 01594 833046. Tudor Farmhouse Hotel, High Street, Clearwell, Near Coleford, GL16 8JS. 13 13 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE BLOCKHEADS The Blockheads are celebrating their 40th Anniversary! Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, the Blockheads are legendary from the early days of the Stiff tour in 1977, right up to the present day.

8pm. Advance tickets £15. On the door £17. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.

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1144 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST. GEORGE GLOUCESTERSHIRE Fish & Chip Supper and historic films shown

by Dustbin Films for just £3 per person.

Everyone welcome! Witcombe Village Hall.

Details from The Royal Society of St. George Gloucestershire on 01291 625059 or rssgglos@woodbro.plus.com AUTUMN SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY Learn how to capture the beauty of autumn under the expert guidance of David Broadbent from the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley School of Photography. For details visit www.puzzlewood.net.

Puzzlewood, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB. 01594 833187.

BAKA BEYOND After 25 years of mixing African and Celtic music in equal measures, Baka Beyond has become one of the finest danceable bands around, creating the sound of the global village and attaining worldwide recognition. 8pm. Advance £15 (conc £14).

On the door £16 (conc £15). 01453 760900.

Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.

114-29 4-29 OCTOBER OCTOBER HALLOWEEN AT COTSWOLD FARM PARK Pick your own pumpkin (1 free pumpkin per person), get crafty and decorate it here or take it home with you. Children can

choose a fearsome face painting design, tiptoe through the spooky woodland trail and get crafty in our Witches and Wizards Workshop. There’s a mini-maze for the little ones too. All activities included in the cost of admission – just show your Farm Park wristband at the entry to Halloween Land.

For details visit cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk.

Cotswold Farm Park , Guiting Power, GL54 5UG. 15-27 OCTOBER 15-27 OCTOBER SONGBIRDS CABARET Original members Caroline and Jenny have enjoyed singing together for many years and their love of harmony and song led them to team up with musical arranger Luc and Kate. Featuring close harmony singing and many beautiful songs, enjoy a relaxing evening in the company of a truly endearing quartet. For details visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 1177 OCTOBER OCTOBER PARNASSIUS DUO Since meeting in 2003 at the Royal College of Music, Simon Callaghan and Hiroaki Takenouchi have had a thriving duo partnership. Their concerts throughout the UK and in Europe and Japan have earned them a growing reputation. 7.30pm.

For prices visit cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE.

17 17 & 3300 OCTOBER OCTOBER BEGINNER’S DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

Develop your skills and confidence in digital photography with professional photographer Graham Light. This course will give you a good understanding of the principles of digital photography and the confidence and ability to take stunning photographs. 10.30am-3.30pm. £65.

Suitable outdoor clothing recommended. To book email consult@abbey-studios.co.uk.

Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury GL8 8QS. 19 19 OCTOBER OCTOBER INTO THE BREACH George Crocker is keen to liven up his dull life so he decides to join the village Drama Club. What happens then turns his world upside down. Set during the Second World War this nostalgic, funny and moving story will appeal to all. It is a vivid portrait of village life with all 17 characters played by one man, Mark Carey.

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The abundant energy, the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money for Nothing a must-see for any rock enthusiast .

Featuring all the hits from ‘Sultans of Swing’ and ‘Brothers in Arms’ to ‘Walk of Life’ and the legendary ‘Money For Nothing’.

Tickets cost just £17.50 and may be booked online at bacontheatre.co.uk or by calling the box office on 01242 258002.

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19 19 OCTOBER OCTOBER MINNOVATORS

Age: 3-12 years and adults. 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 and smear in this fun art session. No need to pre-book , but spaces are limited. 11am. £3. The Wilson, Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JT. 20 20 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL & MR HYDE Successful within his field and respected by his peers, Doctor Henry Jekyll is close to a neurological discovery that will change the face of medical science forever.

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01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 20-22 20 -22 OCTOBER OCTOBER AUTUMN FESTIVAL Our annual celebration of everything harvest, including apple juicing, heritage produce displays and tastings. There’s a children’s Apple Activity Day on the Friday.

Normal admission applies. 10.30am. www.rococogarden.org.uk. Painswick Rococo Garden, Painswick , GL6 6TH. 20 20 & 2277 OCTOBER OCTOBER HARVEST CELEBRATION Bring family and friends to celebrate the end of a good harvest. Enjoy an evening tour of the cider mill to see the apples being milled and then sit down to a delicious two course supper. 7pm. £23pp.

01531 660108. Westons Cider, The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury, HR8 2NQ. 2211 OCTOBER OCTOBER JUNIOR OPTIMIST 2016 Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year nominee Ed Patrick is both comedian and junior doctor. His debut show follows his first-hand experiences, challenges and occasional blind panic working for the much loved but troubled NHS. For times and prices visit everymantheatre.org.uk.

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221-22 1-22 OCTOBER OCTOBER COTSWOLD FOOD & DRINK FAYRE Over 40 exhibitors selling locally produced artisan food and drink products from cheeses and chutneys to puddings and pies – ideal for Christmas presents. Free parking and admission. The Railway Station, Toddington, Gloucestershire, GL54 5DT. 01242 621405. www.gwsr.com 221-29 1-29 OCTOBER OCTOBER SLIMBRIDGE SPOOKTACULAR Grab your witches hat and broomstick for a week of spooky fun. Enjoy creepy indoor crafts, ghostly outdoor activities and terrifying trails. Chargeable activities – carve your very own pumpkin or make a supercool lantern to keep the ghouls at bay (pay on the day). Other activities free with admission. Under 4s free. 01453 891900.

WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, GL2 7BT. 2222 OCTOBER OCTOBER RIP IT UP Jay McGuiness, Natalie Lowe and Louis Smith will swing, bop, jitterbug, jive and ballroom through the greatest songs from the greatest decade of music! The music spans various styles from romantic ballads and crooner songs through to classic pop hits and rock ’n’ roll. 7.30pm. For prices visit www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210.

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22-25 22-25 OCTOBER OCTOBER HALLOWEEN FUN AT BERKELEY CASTLE Enjoy the Castle after dark as we stay open until 7pm every night! Carve a pumpkin (small fee), creep down to our cellars to meet a coven of witches, call into our Halloween Snack Shack , wander around the grounds and spot our Halloween themed decorations (bring wellies and a torch), and enjoy toasted marshmallows in our Wild Play area.

Berkeley Castle, GL13 9BQ. 01453 810303. www.berkeley-castle.com 2233 OCTOBER OCTOBER HALLOWEEK Join us for batty crafts with Cotswold Craft Room and our annual ghost tours around the castle. We’ll also have ScaryTales for all the family from Nightshade’s Scarytales. Included in admission. 01242 602308. Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. www.sudeleycastle.co.uk 23-24 OCTOBER OCTOBER 23-24 THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! For times and prices visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

223-29 3-29 OCTOBER OCTOBER HALLOWEEN HUNT Search our mysterious woods for witches, pumpkins, goblins and more! Hiding in mossy gulleys, under wooden bridges and in spooky trees. Find them and we have a prize for you. No need to book , just come along and dress up! For details visit www.puzzlewood.net. Puzzlewood, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB. 24 OCTOBER OCTOBER 24 THE EAST POINTERS The East Pointers hail from Canada’s Prince Edward Island and feature banjoist/ vocalist/step-dancer Koady Chaisson, fiddle player/vocalist Tim Chaisson, and guitarist/vocalist Jake Charron. 7.30pm. £17. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE. 2244 OCTOBER OCTOBER – 2 N OVEMBER NOVEMBER AUTUMN PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

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26-28 26-28 OCTOBER OCTOBER MUSIC AT STOW’S FESTIVAL St Edward’s Church, Stow-On-The-Wold GL54 1AB. Cotswold Male Voice Choir, soloist Angus McFee, 26 Oct, 7:30pm, £15. Fairport Convention’ss Golden Anniversary Tour, 27 Oct, 7:30pm, £25. Toyah Wilcox, 28 Oct, 8pm, £20. Tickets: Borzoi Bookshop 01451 830268 or Debbie@HolidaysPlease 01451 810255 or www.WeGotTickets.com. More information: www.musicatstow.co.uk 26-29 26-29 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE GLOUCESTER POETRY FESTIVAL Gloucester’s International Poetry Festival starts this year, which will aim to showcase the nation’ss talent and share the spoken word. There are a number of events taking place at various locations across Gloucester City Centre for this Festival. For details visit www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk.

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27-28 27-28 OCTOBER OCTOBER OKTOBERFEST GLOUCESTER

The world famous Oktoberfest comes to Gloucester for a huge weekend of traditional Bavarian entertainment, food and drink. The most important date of Germany’s cultural calendar arrives in Gloucester for the very first time. For details visit www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk.

Gloucester Park , Park Road, GL1 1LH. 28 OCTOBER OCTOBER 28 SWAN LAKE Russian State Ballet and Opera House’s mesmerising and captivating production. A tale of two young women, Odette and Odile, who resemble each other so closely one can easily be mistaken for the other.

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THE LIGHT PRINCESS Elements of circus and outstanding classical choreography. The story of a princess afflicted by a constant weightlessness, unable to get her feet on the ground, until she finds a love that brings her down to earth. For times and prices visit www.rosestheatre.org. 01684 295074. The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. STEAM ‘N’ SCREAM Join the ‘Spooky Special’ at Cheltenham Racecourse or Toddington Station then get in the mood by taking part in a special Halloween quiz on the train, but hold on tight – you never know what might happen as you travel through the haunted Greet Tunnel! 01242 621405. www.gwsr.com 228-29 8-29 OCTOBER OCTOBER GIFT AND CR RA AFT FAIR The annual craft fair is well known as a source for unique, individually hand crafted gifts. Many of the makers will be demonstrating so you will be able to see just how your unique gift was created.

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7.30pm. £24. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk FUNGUS FORAY Join expert forayer, Dave Champion, along with the Cotswold Fungus Group for a walk through the Arboretum to discover the wonderful world of fungi. Get to know their habits and quirks, and learn how much they contribute to our thriving Arboretum. For times and prices visit www.batsarb.co.uk. Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9QB. 3311 OCTOBER OCTOBER – 4 N OVEMBER NOVEMBER THE KITE RUNNER Afghanistan is a divided country on the verge of war and two childhood friends are about to be torn apart. It’s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul and the skies are full of the excitement and joy of a kite flying tournament. But neither Hassan nor Amir can foresee the terrible incident which will shatter their lives forever. For times and prices visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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6-11 6-11 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES As Bob and Fiona clumsily try to cover up their affair, their spouses’ intervention only adds to the confusion. William and Mary Featherstone become hopelessly stuck in the middle, falsely accused of adultery and with no idea as to how they’ve become involved. For times and prices visit everymantheatre.org.uk. The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street,

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The first meeting of the season at Cheltenham Racecourse is just around the corner and the excitement is starting to build.

The Showcase meeting on 27th a n d 2 8 t h O c to b e r k i c ks o f f proceedings for the 2017/18 season and is quickly followed by the hugely popular November meeting – three days of quality racing from the 17th to 19th, which for many is when the jumps season really starts to get serious.

The two-day m e et i n g in December – 15th and 16th – is another highlight, of course, and the first day of January in Gloucestershire wouldn’t feel right without the increasingly popular New Year’s Day meeting.

That ’ss followed by Festival Trials Day at the end of the month on the 27th before the four-day racing spectacular in March – 13th-16th – that is the Cheltenham Festival.

For jockey Aidan Coleman, like everyone else involved in the sport,

the heart beats just that bit more quickly when a Cheltenham meeting comes around.

“Yes, it’s a special place,” he said.

“Whenever you go there you feel that extra something. It ’ss such a great atmosphere. Obviously the Cheltenham Festival is the highlight and it can make or break your season. You can be having an average season but get a couple of winners there and everything changes.

“Equally if you’re having a good season but then have a disappointing Festival, things can feel very different.”

These days The Showcase meeting – at the end of the schools’ half-term – is very well supported.

“It’ss like all the major events in any sport,” said Coleman. “When you get the top people competing against each you can’t beat it . It ’s always good racing because you get the top horses, top jockeys and top trainers all there.

“With regards to The Showcase meeting it obviously depends a bit on what the ground is like.

“The softer the ground the more good horses are likely to be racing.”

The 29 -year-old Coleman, who these days is based with Jonjo O’Neill at Jackdaws Castle, has been churning out the winners for a good number of years now.

Last season he was among the best in the land in the Jump Jockeys Championship behind champion Richard Johnson and he is again up among the leading jockeys this time around. “This season is going very well,” said Coleman. “I’m very happy with it.”

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The one-time stand-up comedian, now 80, no longer gets paid to make people laugh but as you’d expect , time spent in his company is never dull.

Whatever the to p i c , w h e t h e r i t be warm beer (he Vic Parker doesn’t like it!), the absence of Sky Sports TV in his home (it went as part of a cost-cutting measure!) or anything to do with sport, he always has plenty to say.

Vic’s passion is sport – always has been and always will be – and these days he is an unsung hero of Cheltenham Skittles League team The Jets.

In boxing there is the Ali Shuffle, in football it ’s the Cruyff Turn… and in t h e l a d i e s ’ s e c t i o n o f C h e l te n h a m Hockey Club it’s the Chaz Wobble.

While Johan Cruyff and Muhammad Ali are legends in the world of sport, C h a r l i R o b e r t s, t h e a rc h i te c t o f t h e Chaz Wobble, has become a key p l aye r a t a c l u b t h at h a s b e e n h o m e t o h e r fo r t h e p a st s i x years.

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“It’s a bit of stick skil l I use when I p l ay u p f ro n t , ” she laughed. “It works most of the Charli Roberts time!”

Sarah Bottomley only started running this year but she has certainly taken her new sport in her stride.

So much so t h at s h e i s running the Cheltenham Half Marathon on Sunday 1st October.

“I’m loving it ,” s aid the 33-year-old.

“Last year I was a volunSarah Bottomley te e r a t t h e half marathon so to be running it this year is extra special.”

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Bump into him on a rugby field and it’s a lot less fun… as so many of his opponents over the years will testify.

Now 53, Scott is undoubtedly one of the finest rugby players ever produced in Cheltenham.

He numbers Newport , Neath, Worcester and his hometown club among his former teams and was that rare rugby animal – a ball playing forward who was as hard as nails.

The openside flanker was good enough to go toe-to-toe with the touring All Blacks and Springboks back in the day and was also involved in many other high-profile games during the 80s and 90s when rugby was rough, tough and uncompromising.

And yet rugby and Scott , who was born on Valentine’s Day, very nearly didn’t get it together at all.

H e to l d T h e Lo c a l A n s we r : “ I f i r s t started playing rugby when I was at Bournside but I was a bit of a reluctant player because I wanted to play football.

“I played football for Cleeve Colts – I p l ay e d i n m i d f i e l d o r a n y w h e re u p front – and I was quite good. I considered football to be my sport but the problem was that my school rugby clashed with it.

“It all came to a head in my third or fourth year at Bournside. They wanted me to play rugby and I wanted to play football. We couldn’t agree and in the e n d , I s to p p e d p l ay i n g s p o r t altogether.”

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Chris Scott, pictured playing for Newport, was a top player for the best part of 20 years

as a fly-half or inside centre – he was a good place-kicker – and though he’d temporarily stopped playing sport, his love of all things sport never waned.

Scott was to leave Bournside at the age of 16 but before he did he ended his sporting stand-off with the school’s powers-that-be in his final year. “ S o m e o n e g o t i n j u re d a n d a s a long-shot they asked if I’d play for the 1st XV,” he recalls. “I thought I’d let bygones be bygones and said yes.

“We played Pate’s Grammar School who had the White twins – Andy and Chris – and they were a good team as they always are. “ T h e W h i te s a l s o p l a ye d fo r Cheltenham Saracens Colts and they were always on the lookout for new p l a ye r s . I h a d a g o o d g a m e a g a i n s t Pate’s and my name got mentioned.

“A few weeks later Saracens played a recruitment game against Bournside and I had another good game, but afterwards Mike Edwards (manager) and Bob White (coach), who ran the Saracens Colts, didn’t approach me, they only approached my best friend Steve Martin.

“He was a very good player, but I couldn’t work out why I hadn’t been

asked to join Saracens so I went and s aw t h e m . T h ey to l d m e t h a t t h e y knew I was good but that the Bournside teachers had told them that I was unreliable. I said, ‘Give me a go’ – it was a challenge and I wanted to prove them wrong.”

Saracens did give him a go and he was up for the challenge… although only just.

“The night before my first game for them I’d been to an all-night party,” laughed Scott . “I was knackered but for the first time ever I thought I’d turn up even though I didn’t want to. I wanted to prove people wrong. “ I g o t to k n ow t h e W h i te s a n d thought , ‘This isn’t a bad crowd’. I sorted myself out, turned up for every game and every training session, and became very disciplined.”

It was while at Saracens that Scott switched to openside flanker, a position he made his own wherever h e p l ay e d f o r t h e b e s t p a r t o f 2 0 years. And most of those 20 years were stellar years, particularly his time with Newport and Neath where as an E n g l i s h m a n a b r o a d h e h a d t o wo r k twice as hard to be accepted.

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Sadly, most homes in the UK are highly inefficient compared with elsewhere in Europe, leaking precious heat everywhere. This means not o n l y d o w e p a y a l o t o f m o n ey f o r heating, but home energy accounts for about a quarter of the UK’s carbon emissions – and 80% of that energy comes from heating space and water.

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where possible. You can easily make “sausage dogs” for draughty doors – just search for ‘make your own draught excluder’. Thick rugs on bare floors or threadbare carpets will help avoid draughts from between f l o o r b o a rd s . I f w i n d ow s a re s i n g l e glazed, buy cheap film to stick on the window and act as secondary glazing.

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Finally, it ’s worth asking your landlord to make long-term i m p r o v e m e n t s t o t h e h o u s e.

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h a d j u st o n e h i g h l y i n ef f i c i e n t g a s fire, and asked the landlord to install central heating – which she did!

If you own your home, there’s lots you can do to make long-term improvements which will reduce c a r b o n e m i s s i o n s a n d s ave yo u money. A gold-standard resource is the Information Service from the Centre for Alternative Technology – info.cat .org.uk . They recommend d o i n g a h o m e e n e rg y a u d i t , t a k i n g gas and electric readings each week , to help you see the benefits of the measures you introduce. These can range from basic (use sealant to fill g a p s b e t we e n f l o o r b o a r d s a n d i n skirting boards, wrap hot water pipes in foam) to longer term investments.

35% 3 5% o off h home ome h heat eat lloss oss iiss v via ia tthe he w walls alls About 35% of home heat loss is via the walls, so consider wall insulation first – different types are suitable for cavity or solid walls. Lofts are another major source of heat loss, and very easy to insulate – you can often do so yourself.

T h i s i s m y l a s t ‘ S av e t h e P l a n e t ’ column, and next month you’ll see a new face with lots of new ideas. I hope you’ve enjoyed reading, and remember: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – in that order!

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Inflation is running above government targets at closer to 3% than 2%. An increase in interest rates is often used as a tool to keep inflation in check and that will certainly be part of the Bank of England’s thinking.

Although we read headlines about pay pressure in the public sector,, in private businesses wages are rising at a rate at least as great as inflation and with unemployment at near record low levels, the government may well decide that now is a good time to signal to the Bank of England that they think the population could ‘afford’ an increase.

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An increase in interest rates is generally seen as being detrimental to economic growth, but all the indications are that growth, both current and forecast, is strong and therefore the economy should be able to cope with a rate rise.

It looks likely to happen. The Bank of England meets on the first Thursday o f e v e r y m o n t h to r e v i e w i n t e r e s t rates and it would be no surprise for there to be an announcem e n t b e fo r e t h e e n d o f t h e year.

Is it a good thing? You will all have your own views as to how it affects you and that’s the point. It affects different people in different ways, so there is no one answer to such a simple question!

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