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With the sun making an appearance on more than one occasion recently it seems that summer is well and truly on the way. And what better way to celebrate than some strawberry picking?

Primrose Vale are welcoming back ‘pick your own’ season, so why not make a day of it and pick yourself some raspberries for our ‘Delicious Dish’ this month?

What a perfect way to thank your Dad this Father’s Day on 17th June.

It’s not just the season for fruit – several festivals across the county are getting underway this month so be sure to have a look at our What’s On section so you don’t miss out . And for the inside scoop on all things music, art , film and more head to our Entertainment section – you might even see some local faces performing!

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7 For the glaze: Heat up the jam with 2 tbsp water until it has all melted, leave to cool a little then arrange the raspberries on top of the filling. Using a pastry brush, spread the jam all over giving a lovely glossy finish.

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A Summer Barbecue with a Twist…

The Gloucester Old Spot is a beautiful, traditional pub on the outskirts of Cheltenham. With its rustic feel and glorious garden it really is the perfe ect destination fo or a country pub lunch on a summer’s day. And this summer, after some good investment into the kitchens, gardens and more, the Spot will be providing something extra special…

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At just a stone’s throw frrom the i d y l l i c C o t s w o l d c o u n t r y s i d e, there is no better ‘spot’ fo or dining alfresco in the hot weather. The well renowned Gloucester Old Spot menu is looking better than ever where, as the pub’s name would suggest, Rare Breed Pork is a firm fa avourite.

However, not only will you get to enjoy all the usuals from the

Gloucester Old Spot, from high quality ales and ciders to excellent fo ood and a warm w e l c o m e, b u t t h e y w i l l a l s o b e hosting some international cuisine as they launch their sumptuous Street Food BBQs. BBQ menu really ort you overseas – need for your rt if you wish to the tastes of h Africa, tuck in to ortuguese platter perhaps even ke t h e p l u n g e to an Indonesian xperience.

Whether it’s a fa amily gathering with your nearest and dearest, a get together with friends or a meal out with your colleagues, a BBQ at the Spot will be just the ticket (please see website for booking details).

So come along and hav s u n n y t e r r a c e, s o m e P i r i P i r i Chicken off the BBQ in the garden, or even a traditional meal in the cosy barn.

Whatever the occasion, The Gloucester Old Spot has something fo or everyone.

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I currently volunteer for Beavers in Leckhampton and it’s so rewarding; it feels great to know I’ve helped them out . It also makes me feel really positive because all the beavers find everything so fun and exciting; their sense of fun rubs off on me.

A collection I did for Marie Curie was also extremely worthwhile. I had to stand outside in the cold for two hours, but it was so worth the freezing hands. I was collecting money for a great cause, and it felt g o o d to g i ve s o m e t h i n g b a c k . S o many people approached me and told me about their positive experiences with Marie Curie, which made me feel proud to be wearing my yellow tabard!

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s t a r t – a n d w i t h e l d e r l y p e o p l e. I t doesn’t have to take up a lot of your time; you can pick and choose when you’d like to do a collection for example, and they only take a couple of hours out of your day.

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Volunteering truly can change your life for the better and is great for your health and happiness. So, what are you waiting for? Start volunteering now!

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It takes tact, timing and tenacity in order to keep the household sane and on track during these troubling times.

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Firstly, be prepared. I am not talking about revision timetables, stationery supplies or deadlines – those are your child’s responsibility. No, I am talking about doubling down on patience, committing to tongue-biting and d e c l a r i n g yo u r b e d r o o m a ‘ N o C h i l d Zone’ – let’s face it, everyone needs a safe space in the house during exam time and you are no different!

Accept that life will take on a strange Twilight Zone appearance in which your teens will appear to sleep all day and stay up all night , eat sporadically and crave Ben ‘n’ Jerry’s Funky Monkey Ice Cream by the bucket load.

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N o t h i n g yo u s ay i s r i g h t . N o t h i n g !

Don’t even try. Your suggestions are not helpful – so please stop making them. No, it wasn’t the same when you were at school (even if it was).

W i t h re g a r d t o t h e y o u n g e r o n e s ; keep reading those bedtime stories, and practising t i m es t a b l es encouraging them to use the widest p o ss i b l e v o c a b u l a r y a t eve r y opportunity – within reason.

One way in which we parents can really help our kids as they navigate t h e m i n e f i e l d o f te s t i n g a n d measuring is to be a place of constant love and support . It is vital that they know they are loved unconditionally, t h a t t h ey w i l l n o t b e rejected if they fail maths, don’t get 6 A*s or some other random heinous measuring line we expect our kids to cross these days.

R e m i n d t h e m h ow p ro u d y o u a re o f t h e i r character, their sense of humour, their tenacity and their resilience.

Remind them how far

they have come and how they have overcome so much in their life already. I am sure every family has at least one dramatic tale of overcoming adversity that can be regaled at just s u c h a t i m e. I f n o t , e m b e l l i s h something – I won’t tell if you don’t!

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This, my dear reader,, is how we survive exam stress! As for the kids, they have had years to prepare, and if they don’t know it now they never will. So give them a break and a hug, and remember,, there is life after exam season.

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Conscious Conscious cconsumerism onsumerism Britain has developed a consumerist c u l t u re o ve r m a n y d e c a d e s, w h e re m o re i s m o s t d e f i n i t e l y m o r e . M o re possessions equals more power, and objects have become a kind of status symbol. Whilst it is very easy to fall into the habit of buying whatever is in fashion, or whatever is on offer, it is not the best for the environment . A higher demand for items leads to more being produced, requiring more ( u s u a l l y n ew ) m a t e r i a l s t o b e processed.

new book when there’s already two copies of the same volume at home, a n o t h e r n ew m u g eve n t h o u g h t h e c u p b o a r d i s f u l l to b u r s t i n g . T h e s e objects, whilst cluttering up the house, have to come from somewhere.

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Before you buy the pyjamas, consider whether you really need a new pair; if you don’t love them, and you don’t need them, then they ’re not worth buying. If you want to replace what you’ve got already, recycle or donate the old clothes to ensure that they are n o t j u s t g o i n g t o l a n d f i l l w h e n t h ey could be used elsewhere. If you need something, look for recycled items, as this also does not require raw materials. Water bottles, notepads and carrier bags can all be bought recycled.

The object is not to not buy anything, but to buy sensibly, and not to just buy for the sake of it. This is the “reduce” part of the frequently repeated “reduce, reuse, recycle” mantra, and it comes first for good reason. Reducing what you buy in the first place ensures that there isn’t as much that needs to be recycled or worse, put in landfill.

Aside from saving money, this makes s u re t h a t yo u a r e n o t u s i n g u p unnecessary amounts of raw resources, which are being depleted everyday.

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P Pastel astel p perfect erfect Le m o n , lavender, pistachio, strawberry… No, I’m not talking sorbet. If there’s one trend you won’t be able to escape this season it’s the deliciously delightful ice cream colours. Making their first appearance on the runways for the likes of Celine, Calvin Klein and Victoria Beckham, the h i g h s t r e e t i s n ow f i l l i n g u p w i t h cotton coloured candy. From figuref l a t te r i n g s u i t s to d a i n t y s u m m e r dresses, this month is all about how to become sorbet stylish without looking too sickly sweet.

I f t h e d e s i g n e r l a b e l s t a k e yo u r fondant fancy, introduce these s o f t , p owd e r y h u e s i n to your accessories. Taking inspiration from the Resin Cuff from Chanel (right) is not exactly a n i m p u l s e b u y at £ 7 7 0 , b u t d e f i n i te l y adds the subtle hint of a p a s te l p a l e t te i n to any outfit. If you’ve got more than a few 99’s in the bank , you could carry around the literal definition of arm candy this summer,, with the puzzle colour-block shoulder bag from Loewe (below). Available at Net-aporter.com, this lovely leather is more than a payday purchase at £2,100 but is the ultimate fusion of sorbet shades.

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forward denim, tulle, chiffon, linen, cotton, silk… no fabric is exempt!

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I f s o m e t h i n g m o r e c a s u a l i s m o re your style, check out the new up and coming brand Whale Of A T i m e C l o t h i n g . T h ey have created the p e r fe c t c a p s u l e collection, catering fo r t h i s t r e n d by including pieces using a p a l e r p a l e t te . Fro m those beach to bar sweatshirts, t-shirts and the classic deck shirt , their retro-inspired twist on the Omura sweatshirt (see m o d e l , r i g h t ) h a n g s i n m y ow n wardrobe and not only comes in three colour-ways, but is the ideal coastal companion for those lazy summer days by the sea. It’s also an affordable fashionable essential at £42.95.

means clashing to the max by teaming a dusty pink dress with fishnet tights, or pairing your ice-blue blouse with a mini, take on this trend with a modern day attitude!

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Pastels are undergoing a modernday makeover – no longer just for the girly-girl, the new way to wear them is with a tailored twist. Whether this

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Summer Summer Fayre Fayre Free family fun for all ages Saturday 23rd June 2018 • 1-5pm Church Piece and Grange Field, Charlton Kings Charlton Kings Parish Council invites you to join us for a traditional Summer event , with entertainment for everybody and refreshments to suit all tastes. There will be a variety of stalls, Scarrotts funfair and a programme of performances throughout the afternoon.

We are pleased to announce that Cheltenham Silver Band will be playing for us and both St Edwards Junior School and Charlton Kings Junior School will contribute a session each. Our Lady Morris dancers who proved so popular last year will be back , together with a display by the 125 Cheltenham Squadron ATC and the energetic Zumba dancers. A children’s entertainer will be with us, providing both Punch and Judy and other intriguing items. Stalls will include: • Face painting • Party lights & candles • Nail bar • Tarot reading • Handmade crafts & gifts • Head & neck massage • Hamptons Home Baking • Flowers • Crow designs • Traditional wood carving • Fab footcare • Baby clothing • Black Rock Reptiles – brought back by popular demand to attract the adventurous spirit Members of Charlton Kings Parish Council will be present o n o u r s t a l l t h ro u g h o u t t h e a f te r n o o n , o f fe r i n g a n o p p o r t u n i t y fo r t h e p u b l i c to h av e a n u p d a te o n c u r re n t projects going forward for our Parish Plan.

The Snug Cafe and the Fish and Chip shop in Church Piece will be open, and the Merryfellow Inn will be providing liquid refreshment!

Do come along and browse the stalls, join in the activities and enjoy the entertainments in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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A ttan an for for all all sseasons easons The majority of us know by now there is no such thing as a safe tan; eighty percent of our skin damage is done by the sun. Tanning salons fortunately are not as popular as they used to be, as people are aware that the damage done in a salon is just as bad as if you were in the sun. Pills are also available online to try and achieve the elusive t a n , b u t t h es e p i l l s c a n b e h i g h l y dangerous and often we do not know what they contain, so they must be avoided. Once any part of our skin becomes red it is damaged!

The bottom line is, a fake tan is the only safe tan. Fake tans have come a very long way since they rubbed of on our clothes and bed sheets; they also generally had an awful smell to them. Now we have so many great products on the market, it can be hard to choose which one to use. Here are some tips to enjoy sporting a great pale, medium or dark tan, at any time of the year.

EExfoliate xfoliate This is the most important step for any successful tanning regime. If you do not carry out a thorough exfoliation of the area you wish to tan, you will likely find whatever product you use will cake into any dry skin areas. Pay special attention to the elbows, heels, f i n g e r s a n d to e s . O f te n yo u w i l l a c h i e v e a m o r e e ve n a n d b e t te r looking tan if you moisturise your skin after exfoliating, then add your chosen product once the moisturiser has soaked in.

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t e c t i o n p ro d u c t t h a t contains the maximum UVA protection, as well as the UVB which most people look for. UVA rays penetrate deeper into the skin and do the most damage.

Ultrasun, made in Switzerland, is a wonderful range often used by our police and fire forces, as their great range of products generally only need one application and last all day, even when you swim. Not many ranges offer this guarantee. Ultrasun has a p r o d u c t to s u i t e v e r y requirement and is cost effective as you only need o n e a p p l i c a t i o n p r i o r to going in the sun. Of course, follow the directions on the b o t t l e . L i p s a r e o f te n a n overlooked part of the body when it comes to sun damage, but Ultrasun’s lip protection has a great m o i s t u r i s i n g e f fe c t ; I u s e i t all year round. You will still tan using these products, but it will be the safest tan you can get if you do not want to fake it!

between the fingers and toes, which often show streak marks and are tricky to apply, go over with a wipe or cotton bud to remove any excess. Your hands are a dead give away, especially if the palms have not been well cleaned after application.

If you want a gentle gradual glow on your face, Elemis has a Total Glow B ro n z i n g M o i s t u r i s e r w h i c h i s ve r y gentle and you can build on until you have the right glow for you. For the body, James Read is known to be a favourite on the celebrity c i rc u i t fo r h i s t a n n i n g products. Coconut Water Tan Mist is his latest; it contains antioxidants and amino acids to protect and hydrate the s k i n , w h i l s t y o u d ev e l o p a gradual glow.

St . Tropez is a well established favourite and they have several products to choose from. St Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Mousse is a light weight mousse that is clear and absorbs quickly, making it fast drying.

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Let’s go to Lecco, ‘Alpine Town of the Year ’ in 2013, and an understatedat the but-delightful gem south-eastern end of Northern Italy’s Lake Como. It ’s only an hour ’s train ride or drive from Bergamo or Milan before you check in at one of Lecco’s diverse accommodations. Will it be the salmon pink post-modern-meetsstealth-fighter NH Lecco Pontevechio on Via Azzone, the romantic B&B Il Lago Dipinto, or the Hotel Villa Giulia Ristorante Al Terrazzo? Lecco’s delights await...

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and Giuseppe Garibaldi’s monument.

For cycling fans, hire some wheels and enjoy leisurely lakeside rides. By the way, the Giro di Lombardia finishes in Lecco on 13th October 2018.

We loved Lecco and will visit again.

Will 2018 or 2019 be the year you follow in Mark Twain’s footsteps and visit? Of course, as he recounted in ‘Innocents Abroad’, he only passed through en route to Bergamo.

Naturally, we recommend that you spend longer here. Consigliato!

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Drop in and have a look around. You will see many of the same friendly faces from our main surgery at Dragon Vet Centre.

You can book your visits and pick up pet supplies, food or medications at either surgery if it’s more convenient.

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To many people, ticks seem to embody all that is nasty and unpleasant about external parasites; creepy little bugs that attach themselves aggressively to the skin and potentially spread other nasty diseases for good measure. Removing them generates even more excitement and anxiety.

There are many suggested techniques for trying to detach the little blighters; I’ve heard of people trying to burn them off (please don’t try that) or smothering them in alcohol or Vaseline to suffocate them. Removing them with a tick remover is actually very easy but the thought of leaving the ‘mouth parts’ embedded in the skin leaves some people too scared to attempt removing them at home. Even identifying a tick causes some people problems. I had one pet owner bring their dog in after attempting to remove a tick from its tummy, complaining that every time they tried to pick it off the dog yelped. I had to explain to them that they had been trying to pick off their dog’s nipple!

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So the question remains how much of an actual problem are ticks? Well, the question varies depending on where you live. In Australia we have Ixodes holocyclus – the paralysis tick , a genuinely lethal tick that causes a progressive and eventual complete paralysis of its host. If the tick isn’t found in time and removed it will certainly kill a dog or cat.

Thankfully, we don’t have that particular nasty tick in Europe. However, tick-borne diseases can be an issue particularly on the continent . These are microscopic parasites, bacteria or viruses that the tick carries and infect a n i m a l s w i t h w h e n i t b i t e s a n d fe e d s . I n E u r o p e we g e t particularly worried about the bacterial infections of Ehrlichia and Borrelia (Lyme’s disease) and the blood parasite Babesia.

B a b es i a a n d E h r l i c h i a c a n b e p a r t i cu l a r l y s e r i o u s b u t fortunately, apart from very isolated cases, are confined to the continent. We do however occasionally see cases in dogs that have returned from France and Spain. This leaves us with Borrelia, or as it is more commonly known, Lyme’s disease. This bacteria does exist in the UK and infection can cause fever, joint swelling, lameness and even kidney and brain damage. It is thankfully quite rare and mostly confined to specific areas of the country including the New Forest , Dartmoor, Exmoor and East Anglia.

Avoiding infection is achieved by good tick prevention treatments, and removing a tick promptly prevents infections being transmitted. Using a topical tick treatment or monthly tablet will kill off ticks after they have attached, although they may still need to be physically removed. A cheap tick re m ove r to o l a n d a p p r o p r i a te t i c k p r eve n t a t i ve s c a n b e obtained from your local vet clinic, along with advice on which is most appropriate for your pet.

Mind you, if ticks still really worry you, have a think about another parasite that spread the bubonic plague and killed up to 200 million people worldwide – the flea.

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P Pete ete JJones ones iiss p part art o off lleading eading racing racing dynasty dynasty It ’s well-known in footballing circles and sport in general that Teddy Sheringham named his house Camp Nou after the Barcelona stadium where he helped Manchester United win the European Cup in 1999.

What is not quite so well-known is that one-time jockey Pete Jones named his house after the first ever winner he rode in National Hunt Racing , while his ex-jockey father Davy lived at a house in Cheltenham called Ridgeway, which was also named after his first ever winner.

Pete Jones, now 77, lives at Rising Bell just outside Winchcombe with his wife Pam – the second house that he has lived in with that name.

He is part of a very impressive racing family – one that is still very much involved with the sport today because his son Steve is a racing writer for The Sun newspaper – and you won’t be surprised to learn that Pete can remember Rising Bell’s win as if it were yesterday..

“It was at Fontwell Park on 9th

Ap passion assion ffor or rrugby ugby Paul Morris can be feisty, very feisty.

You need a certain edge of course if you are to survive in club r u g by in Gloucestershire for as long as he has – some 40 years – f i r s t l y a s a p l ay e r with Old Patesians, then as a coach with Paul Morris the Pats, Cheltenham North, Coney Hill and Cinderford United and now as director of rugby at Cinderford.

But while a good number of rugby people over the years can testify that Morris isn’t backwards in coming forwards on occasion, there is definitely another side to the 56-yearold that doesn’t always get seen.

Morris is one of those old-fashioned, straightforward people. What you see i s w h a t yo u g e t . S o w h i l e h e t a l k s warmly about his parents and the influence they have had on him, he is

Pete Jones rode 200 winners

November, 1960,” he said without a moment’s hesitation. “It was a hurdle race and I was riding for Bill Marshall.

We went round twice for two miles. It was quite soft ground, not heavy, and going to the last I had a good idea I was going to win.

“I made sure he jumped the last and he stayed on. He wasn’t the quickest but he was quick enough that day! I’ve still got the racecard from that meeting.”

That was the first of 200 winners that Pete rode in a 16 -year riding a l s o ve r y g e n e ro u s w h e n t a l k i n g about former team-mates, former clubs and past opponents.

Golden Golden era era of of ccricket ricket Former Gloucestershire and Kent b a t s m a n S i m o n H i n ks p l ay e d i n a golden age of county cricket.

It was an age when there was no IPL , no Big Bash and no T20 Blast – in fact , the only scheduled 20 overs games in those days were organised by club cricketers looking for an excuse to have a midweek beer or two!

But what made the first class era t h a t H i n k s p l a ye d i n i n t h e 8 0 s a n d early 90s such a standout period was the high quality of players that could be found in pretty much every county cricket team across the land.

There were West Indies greats Malcolm Marshall and Gordon Greenidge at Hampshire, Viv Richards a n d J o e l G a r n e r at S o m e r s et a n d Imran Khan and Garth Le Roux at Sussex to name just a few.

career which ended in the mid-70s.

A life in racing, while by no means a dead cert, was always likely for Pete and his younger brother Thomas – known in the sport as Buck – because their dad Davy, who was widely referred to as DL Jones, was something of a trailblazer back in the day. Born in 1907, Davy ’ss interest in horses was sparked at an early age through the shire horses that were kept by his father, who was a haulier.

It was an interest that never left him and he became a very good jockey both over jumps and on the Flat.

He rode his first winner in the mid1920s – the aforementioned Ridgeway – won the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 1945, was one of the few jockeys to ride in both the Grand National and the Derby, and was still riding winners well into his 60s, including the Kenya Derby in 1970 when he was 63.

Pete was pretty good, too, riding Fortina’ss Palace to victory in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham in March 1970.

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LLucie ucie o off ff tto oB Barcelona arcelona Lucie Archer is off to Barcelona to play hockey for 10 days at the end of July.

That ’s not bad for someone who gave up the sport for some 12 years and has only been back playing recreationally for t h e p a s t t h re e years or so.

W h at m a k es i t Lucie Archer ev e n m o r e i m p ressive is the standard of hockey she will be playing in what is sure to be a very sunny Spain, because she will be representing Wales in the Masters World Cup. The 44-year-old mum-of-four, who lives in Cheltenham, will be playing in the over-40s category.

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It was taken by The Local Answer in mid-April and shows him leaving a r u g b y f i e l d w i t h h i s s o n B e n a f te r t h e two of them had played 80 minutes of rugby together.

“I’ve been hanging on for dear life to have a couple games with him,” laughed the one-time Gloucester second row who is now 43.

“I’ve watched him play a lot and I’ve coached him a bit as well but I always wanted to play with him. This was the first time.”

The opportunity came in an end-ofseason Cheltenham Combination Minor Cup – a game that Old Patesians 4ths won against Gloucestershire Police to book their place in the final.

Young Ben, a pupil at Balcarras Sixth Form, turned 17 in February which meant he was eligible for senior rugby.

And like his dad he plays in the second row.

He can also play at six – he plays for Old Pats Colts – so how good is he?

“He’s getting there,” said his dad. “It was a nice little day against the Police, it was good fun.”

S o h ow d i d F i d l e r a n d F i d l e r w o r k together on the pitch?

“He was running and I was walking,” laughed Fidler senior. “I don’t jump at the lineout either, so we just lifted him.

I was shouting the orders and he was carrying them out!”

That’s just as it should be, of course, and Ben couldn’t have had a better teacher than his dad who played toplevel club rugby for well over 10 years and also won two caps for England.

There was always a good chance that Rob Fidler was going to be a mighty fine rugby player of course because his dad John was a colossus in Gloucester ’s second row from the early 70s through to the mid-80s, a period when he also played four times for England.

“Nothing is ever guaranteed but obviously rugby is in the family,” said Fidler. “But if the path wasn’t paved, the old chap would have paved it for me!”

A product of Cheltenham College, Fidler was clearly a very good schoolboy rugby player – he represented England

S c h o o l s 1 8 G ro u p a n d England Colts – but there weren’t the full-time p l ay i n g o p p o r t u n i t i e s i n rugby back in the early 90s that there are today, so on leaving school Fidler headed north to Loughb o r o u g h U n i v e r s i t y to further his education.

However, the mid- 90s was a time of big change in rugby – the 1995 World Cup in South Africa was the catalyst for that – and it wasn’t long before opportunities to play fullRob and Ben Fidler at the end of the Old Patesians 4ths t i m e we re b e i n g d a n g l e d game against Gloucestershire Police in front of a good number of players. p a y i n g m o r tg a g e s a n d t h e l i k e a t t h i s By now Fidler, who had been a fixture stage of their lives and he enjoyed “the in Gloucester United’s side, had already advantage of training full-time”. made his debut in the Cherry and F i d l e r s o o n est a b l i s h e d h i m s e l f a s a Whites’ first team, so he was one of the first-team regular alongside another top first names on Gloucester’s wish-list. second row name from the past, Dave Sims.

Right Right p place, lace, rright ight ttime ime “I seemed to slip into a cosy “ I t j u st s o r t of h a p p e n e d , ” h e s a i d . partnership with Dave,” chuckled Fidler.

“One minute the game wasn’t “I did all the work and he took all the professional and the next minute it was.

The clubs needed players and for me it glory!”

Fidler’s hard work didn’t go unnoticed was a case of right place, right time.” by i m p o r t a n t p e o p l e i n t h e w o r l d o f But while Fidler was delighted to be given the chance to become a England rugby, however,, and after professional rugby player, not everyone winning caps at under-21 level, he was in his immediate family was so soon being selected for England A b e f o re g e t t i n g a c a l l - u p t o t h e f u l l supportive of the idea.

“It was a little bit to my mum’s England squad.

That was for the so-called Tour of Hell dismay,” chuckled Fidler,, “because I gave up university to turn professional. in the summer of 1998 – a tour that saw I turned my back on education to England play four Tests against the might of Australia, New Zealand, twice, become a rugby player.”

Fidler was part of a core of young and South Africa.

Fidler was still a few months short of rugby players who were at Gloucester at this time – the others included Phil his 24th birthday when he headed to Greening, Mark Mapletoft, Scott Benton the southern hemisphere and although England lost all four Tests, Fidler still has and Chris Catling.

“For the first three or four years after many good memories, not least the game turned professional, a lot of because he played against both New the older players still had full-time jobs,” Zealand and South Africa.

“I enjoyed all the representative stuff,” explained Fidler. “They were getting paid to play but they were still working he said. “The England tour wasn’t the because the money wasn’t big enough easiest to go on but as a young man I just wanted to represent my country for them to give up their jobs.”

But for the early 20 -somethings like and I enjoyed every minute of it.”

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Club owners all over the country a sociable driving event at the same time as raising funds for Prostate Cancer UK , it was intended to be a one-off.

The The event event has has already already raised raised over over £ £130,000 130,000 B u t t h e e ve n t p ro ve d s o enjoyable and so popular that here we are launching it for a third time.

Thanks to the magnificent generosity of Coastal Drive participants and their friends, we have already raised more than £130,000 for Prostate Cancer UK and look forward to increasing that sum this year.”

New figures reveal that Prostate Cancer has now overtaken Breast Cancer to become the third most common cause of Cancer death in the UK . Prostate Cancer UK estimates that £120 million is needed for research over the next eight years to halve the number of prostate cancer deaths expected by 2026.

The charity’s chief executive, Angela Culhane, said: “We haven’t yet seen the big game-changing advances that Breast Cancer has had in terms of s c re e n i n g a n d p r e c i s i o n m e d i c i n e developments. We need to bust the myth that this is just an old man’s disease that isn’t significant.”

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The Penwith Gallery is the home of the Penwith Society of Arts based in St Ives, Cornwall. The Spring show is a wonderful showcase of their members’ works. 16th May9th June. Coffee Shop available. WednesdaySaturday 10am-4pm. www.thechapelarts.com 1 MAY MAY – END END O OFF JJUNE UNE SELECT FESTIVAL 2018 – MIXED SCULPTURE EXHIBITION Eight artists will be displaying their work in the herbaceous borders and in The Garden Café. The sculpture has been designed to complement the nursery’s range of plants and unique setting. All works will be for sale. Free admission.

Tues-Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays.

Miserden Nursery, Stroud GL6 7JA . 01285 821638. www.miserdennursery.co.uk 1188 MAY MAY – 17 17 JUNE JU N E ONE MINUTE One Minute follows several connected characters through their struggles with Daisy Schults’s disappearance: the two policemen investigating the disappearance; Daisy’s mother Anne; and Marie Louise, a

woman who glimpsed Daisy after she had been separated from her mother. A disquieting portrait of the lives that are united in the single moment it takes for a child to disappear. For times and prices visit barntheatre.org.uk. The Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester GL7 1BN. 2266 MAY MAY – 3 JJUNE UN E THE WILDLIFE ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION An opportunity to see and purchase beautiful works of art and to meet artists who are dedicated to promoting conservation of all species. 10am-5pm.

Entry is FREE, with good parking, set in the beautiful grounds of Nature in Art Gallery and Museum, Twigworth, Gloucester GL2 9PA . SatNav Postcode: GL2 9PG. ROMAN MAY HOLIDAY Make a mosaic, badge or paper-craft. Raid the dressing up baskets and fashion yourself as a Roman. Suitable for all ages.

Some craft activities include an additional charge to cover the cost of materials.

10.30am. Free event (normal admission applies). Chedworth Roman Villa, Cheltenham GL54 3LJ. 01242 890256.

MINI BEAST WEEK Find out about the mini beasts at Snowshill from items in our natural history collection to bugs and beasties in the garden. Free (normal admission applies). 11am.

Snowshill Manor and Garden, Snowshill, near Broadway, WR12 7JU. 01386 852410.

SPRING TO LIFE Leaves are unfolding, birds out on our reserve are singing, butterflies are starting to be seen and new life is appearing across our wetlands. Join us for a week of spring fun with lots to learn and plenty to

keep you entertained. 9.30am-5.30pm.

Included with admission. WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, GL2 7BT. 01453 891900. www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge CHANGING COMMUNITIES – CHANGING PERCEPTIONS Photography Exhibition by students from the University of Gloucestershire. Students explored the theme of migration and were asked to work collaboratively with their subjects to produce photographs and accompanying interpretation. The projects illustrate the diversity of migrant’s stories and how they are represented as individuals in society. Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, Gloucester, GL1 2LX. gloucestercathedral.org.uk 29 29 MAY MAY – 3 JUNE JUNE HAIRSPRAY Tracy Turnblad is a big girl with big hair and an even bigger dream: to dance her way onto national TV and into the heart of teen idol Link Larkin. Tracy’ss audition makes her a local star and she uses her newfound fame to fight for integration. For details visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

31 31 MAY MAY – 2 JUNE JUNE STROUD SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL A brand new open-air theatre festival set in the beautiful surroundings of the Museum in the Park. A diverse programme of theatrical events to suit theatre goers of all ages, including headline theatre performances, workshops and live music. Museum in the Park , Stratford Park , Stroud, GL5 4AF stroudshakespearefestival.weebly.com

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The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness. Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy, directed by Rufus N o r r i s, w i l l s e e R o r y Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

Tickets cost just £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50) and can be booked online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk or call the box office on 01242 258002.

To enter our draw to win a pair of tickets, send your name, address and telephone number to ‘Macbeth’, The Local Answer, Unit H, Churchill Industrial Estate, Churchill Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL53 7EG. Alternatively, enter via email by sending your details stating ‘Macbeth’ to competitions@thelocalanswer.co.uk .

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THROUGHOUT JUNE ARCTIC MOVEMENT, MUSIC, GLASS, PRINT Collaborative exhibition of music, visuals and sculpture between renowned glass artist Sally Fawkes and composer Alex Ho. Also featuring local artist Sallie Taylor. 13th – 30th June. Coffee Shop available.

Wednesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. www.thechapelarts.com 1 JUNE ELECTRIC BICYCLE POLO AND GYMKHANA Longdole Polo Club, GL4 8LH. 7pm. £5 per car. Bar, BBQ and lots of fun! All proceeds go to Watershed RDA. WORDS FROM THE WILD WOODS Bring a picnic and join storyteller Michael Loader for traditional tales and stories inspired by the animals and the trees, the woods and the forests, the flora and fauna of the land! Batsford Arboretum, Moretonin-Marsh, GL56 9QB. www.batsarb.co.uk 1-2 JUNE GRAFFITI STREET, THE MUSICAL As Spectro begins filming for his documentary on the people living within an inner-city street, he quickly realises that not everything is as it seems. Slowly their stories begin to unravel around him, but can he cope with the secrets he has exposed? With original songs and dances, Graffiti Street brings you the talent of the future and a great evening in the theatre.

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7.30pm. £10 (£7). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 1-3 JUNE WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL The UK’s favourite family festival with over 100 acts performing across four stages, plus music, dance and arts workshops, a circus school and a programme of talks, debates and comedy for all ages.

Cheltenham Racecourse, Prestbury, GL50 4SH. 01242 513 014. For full details visit wychwoodfestival.com 1-10 JUNE WINDRUSH ARTISTS OPEN STUDIO 3 local artists will be displaying their work at their annual exhibition in The Gallery, Bow Lane, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2OJ. Judy Harden (watercolours), Alexa Buffery (mixed media) and Sandi Garrett (animal portraits) invite you to the Preview on Friday 1st June 2-8pm then daily to Sunday 10th June from 10am-5pm. 01451 810234. judy@jbharden.plus.net 2 JUNE BLACK MAGIC: THE LITTLE MIX SHOW A highly energetic tribute show with live vocals and commercial pop-video choreography. Suitable for kids, tweens, teens and adults alike, The Little Mix Show brings the full pop concert experience to your local theatre. 3pm & 7pm. From £13.

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The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org LOVE LETTERS Join us for a performance of AR Gurney’s play ‘Love letters’, with Two’s Company (John Horton and Pauline Beale). 7pm. £8.

All proceeds for David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. 01452 731422. Nature in Art, Main A38 Twigworth, Gloucester, GL2 9PA. natureinart.org.uk COMEDY NIGHT Fans of funny and beer will be in their element at our Comedy Night, with a brilliant comedy line-up and our awardwinning beers on tap. Food also available to purchase on the night! £8pp in advance, £10 on the door. 6pm. Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, GL17 0NG. 01452 830 222. www.hillsidebrewery.com 2-3 JUNE LECHLADE ANNUAL VINTAGE RALLY & COUNTRY SHOW Classic cars, motor cycles, miniature steam, tractors and more! Fun fair, Blue Cross Dog Show, raffle, tombola, trade stands and refreshments. Featuring Great Western Youth Band, Britannia Majorettes and Charlbury Morris Dancers. £4 (conc £2, u16s free). Free parking. Sat 10am-5pm.

Sun 10am-4pm. Rough Grounds Farm, A361 Burford Road, Lechlade, GL7 3EU. 01993 843221. lechladecollectorsclub.co.uk

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Spring has arrived at The Bird and Deer Park! everything is brimming with life. The breeding season is in full swing as ducklings hatch and the deer prepare to calve – it’s all go!

Since the arrival of the New Visitor Centre, the park has become ever more popular and never more so than for children’s parties. Parents can meet their guests in the centre prior to enjoying their child’s birthday in the famous Gypsy Caravan or the stunning Mad Hatter ’s Marquee. Both locations have been designed with both parents and children in mind, so if you’re looking for a full day out with nature then look no further. Where else can you be surrounded by wildlife in all its forms but still have all the trimmings for that special day?

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3 JUNE LIVE MUSIC IN THE GREAT HALL Medieval and Elizabethan live music in the Great Hall with Pease Pottage. Savour the atmosphere of the Great Hall, transport yourself back in time whilst listening to a variety of medieval and renaissance wind instruments and learn some new dance moves too! Berkeley Castle, GL13 9BQ. 01453 810303. www.berkeley-castle.com 5 JUNE GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN A rare glimpse into the relationship between beloved children’s author A. A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin, whose toys inspired the magical world of Winnie the Pooh. Christopher Robin and his family are swept up in the international success of the books; the enchanting tales bringing hope and comfort to England after the First World War. But with the eyes of the world on Christopher Robin, what will the cost be to the family? 7.45pm. £8 (£7).

The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk 5-10 JUNE CHELTENHAM SCIENCE FESTIVAL Over 200 events and 80+ free interactive activities. This year’s Festival will explore how our world is connected and divided – from personal relationships, health and language to the law, global politics and

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Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 7 JUNE LOVE LIES BLEEDING Two young women, Gwen and Dodo, share a flat in London at the outbreak of World War II. Gwen joins the WRAC, while star-struck Dodo, training to be an actress, soon finds herself entertaining the troops.

Dodo’s family have Nazi sympathies and she gradually finds herself being pulled in opposing directions: where should her loyalties lie? Matters come to a head after Dunkirk when she is forced not only to choose between the two men in her life but also to make up her mind which side she is on. £8 (children £6). 7.30pm.

Museum in the Park, Stratford Park, Stratford Road, Stroud, GL5 4AF. 01453 763394. museuminthepark.org.uk 8 JUNE THE STORY OF THE BEACH BOYS – A TRIBUTE Guaranteed to leave everyone with a smile on their face, a song in their heart and a truly memorable live music experience to cherish. A stunning show of technicolour harmonies that will take your breath away with hits including ‘God Only Knows’, ‘Good Vibrations’, ‘I Get Around’ and many

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more. 7.30pm. £18. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 8-12 JUNE AETHELFLAED 2018 Aethelflaed was the most powerful woman of the Anglo-Saxon era. Now, 1,100 years after her death, we are celebrating her life and the impact she had on our lives today.

Our Warrior Queen festival gives you the chance to find out all about her in our three illustrated talks at Blackfriars Priory, take a free guided tour around the city and discover how she influenced the design of the city as we know it today. 28 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2DP. 01452 396 572. www.aethelflaed2018.co.uk 9 JUNE BARBAR NURSERY OPEN DAY Come and join us for some fun activities and games on Saturday 9th June from 12 noon to 4pm. At BarBar Nursery Stratford Park, Stroud (by the Leisure Centre). For more details call 01453 840474 or email barbar-enquiries@outlook.com www.barbarnursery.co.uk CHURCHDOWN ART GROUP EXHIBITION Summer exhibition taking place at Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, GL3 2JH. Doors open at 10am until 5pm.

Artists will be demonstrating throughout the day in a variety of mediums. Entry is free and refreshments will be available.

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9 JUNE JUNE SACRED HEARTS’ SUMMER FETE ‘Family Fiesta!’ Noon till 3. Merry go round, bouncy castle, live music, games and stalls, large selection of food and drink. Fun for all the family. Sacred Hearts Catholic Church, Moorend Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham GL53 9AU. DISCO INFERNO The show begins with a DJ spinning disco classics and warming up the crowd before the show hits the stage. Then you are greeted with pitch perfect harmony, slick choreography and disco classics such as ‘Car Wash’ and ‘It’s Raining Men’! 7.30pm. £21.50 (£18). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk SON YAMBU Son Yambu play authentic Cuban son, the intoxicating fusion of Spanish and African rhythms that gave rise to salsa. They give this irresistible music a contemporary edge, bringing their audiences a truly, sensational, authentic Latin music experience. 8pm. £16.50 (£18.50 on the door). 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 1100 JUNE JUNE BISHOP’S CLEEVE STREET FAIR – CELEBRATING RAF100 12 noon-4pm. Parades, stalls, funfair, Jet Age Museum display and exciting Spitfire Flypast. Folly Gardens Veterinary Practice is organising a Dog Show – entry forms from Folly’s Vets, Badham’s Chemist and George Lewis Footwear. Purchase programmes, to include a raffle ticket for fabulous prizes, from shops along Church Road, Tesco 26/5 & 2/6 and on the day.

Money raised will be donated to Jet Age Museum, Air Cadets and Christmas lights.

1122 JUNE JUNE DARKEST HOUR Within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty

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with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. 7.45pm. £8 (£7). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 112-16 2-16 JUNE JUNE MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT Lovingly ripped off from the classic 1975 film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot is the fun-filled irreverent parody of the Arthurian legend that has had audiences roaring in the aisles around the world. For times and prices visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

1133 JUNE JUNE THE BOXCAR BOYS The Boxcar Boys have been creating unique original music, weaving together their take on folk songs, klezmer, and traditional jazz, since 2010 and have released 3 albums. 8pm. 01453 755600.

The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud, GL5 3SS. www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk 14-17 JUNE JUNE 14-17 FOREST LIVE AT WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM Now in its eighteenth season, Forest Live takes place at 7 fantastic forest locations.

The gigs are well known for their eclectic range of international artists, amazing atmosphere and their stunning locations.

This year featuring The Script, Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott, Paloma Faith and George Ezra. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury, GL8 8QS. 03000 680400. www.forestry.gov.uk 114-16 4-16 & 220-23 0 -23 JJUNE UNE GUYS AND DOLLS A romantic comedy involving some unlikely New York couples: a high-rolling gambler and a beautiful missionary, a showgirl dreaming of the straight-and-narrow and a crap-game manager who is not an organiser! The show tells of Nathan Detroit’s efforts to find a new place to hold his illegal, but notorious, crap-game. When the police find out about their chosen venue, Nathan quickly has to find a new home for the game. For full details visit

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Live Music with the Top UK Band Walkway supported by the lovely Suzie. Upstairs at Nailsworth Social Club, Brewery Lane, Nailsworth, GL6 0JQ. From 7.30pm. Tickets required for this event – £10 per ticket.

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MOTHING EVENING IN STR RA ATFORD PARK We’ll be sugaring the trees and seeing which species are active with the help of a moth lamp on the edge of the woodland. Wear sturdy shoes/boots, bring a torch and meet outside the Museum.

Free. All welcome, but children must be supervised by parents or carers. 8.30pm.

Museum in the Park , Stratford Park , Stratford Road, Stroud, GL5 4AF. 01453 763394. museuminthepark.org.uk CINDERELLA Ballet Cymru presents a sparkling and refreshing ballet based on the eternal fairy tale. 7.30pm. From £14.50. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 16 16 JUNE JUNE PRESTBURY VILLAGE FAYRE & STREET PARTY Join us for fun and entertainment which includes music, BBQ, stalls, children’s games, talent show and belly dancers.

Fayre opens at 12 noon until 6pm. Main events; The Burgage, Prestbury G52 3DL .

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16 JUNE DARKSIDE – THE PINK FLOYD SHOW Seven musicians will deliver a show with empathy and passion playing tracks from Pink Floyd’s massive back-catalogue, from the early magical days of founder Syd Barrett through to later iconic albums. The show incorporates a spectacular and dramatic laser light show and evocative images. 7.30pm. £18 (£16). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk SIMON GOODALL AND THE BOURNE AGAIN SHADOWS The most authentic Cliff and the Shadows tribute act in the UK. Simon’s ability to catch the characteristics of Cliff’s voice is second to none, while the Bourne Again Shadows sound is hard to distinguish from the original Shadows’ recordings. Featuring classic numbers like ‘Summer Holiday’ and ‘Apache’ and ‘Wonderful Land’. 8pm. From £16. 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk AN INTRODUCTION TO MODERN CALLIGRAPHY This workshop is for anyone wishing to develop their skills. Enjoy learning this popular style based on the graceful Copperplate Script, and adapting it to a more personal handwriting feel. A brush

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pen, pen holder, nib, ink and worksheets will be provided, all to take home with you. Led by David Simons. Duration: 3 hours. 10am. £30. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org DAD’S ARMY RADIO HOUR David Benson and Jack Lane play 25 characters in this brilliant staging of classic radio scripts based on favourite episodes from the original TV series. Celebrating 50 years of Perry and Croft’s quintessential sitcom. 7.30pm. £18. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 16-17 JUNE ECKINGTON FLOWER FESTIVAL AND OPEN GARDENS 30+ gardens open – some wheel chair friendly, beautiful themed flower display in church, refreshments, free minibus, brass band, dancing, classic cars. Coaches welcome, gardening clubs, groups, elderly. £6pp, children free. www.eckington.info WR10 3AN TWELFTH NIGHT – THE HANDLEBARDS GENTS Yes – they tour the country by bike and they perform Shakespeare outdoors. Witty, intelligent and fit, this is one of our highlights of the year. For full details visit www.handlebards.com. Painswick Rococo Garden, Painswick, GL6 6TH. 01452 813204.

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17 JUNE FATHER’S DAY JOUST The fabulous Cavalry of Heroes return to put on an amazing display of heroic action with their joust shows! To warm up his majesty and the crowd, we will have a fantastic falconry flight display, as well as the chance to see and learn more about the birds between their performances.

Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. 01242 602 308. www.sudeleycastle.co.uk THE LINDSAY MARTIN GROUP The Group began in 2017, influenced by the Cool Jazz of June Christy and the West Coast sounds of Chet Baker. Expect an upbeat and varied set with standards from Rogers & Hart and Cole Porter, to Herbie Hancock lead fusion numbers and jazz funk crossover pieces. 4pm. £15. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 19-23 JUNE LOVE FROM A STRANGER A whirlwind romance with a handsome stranger sweeps Cecily Harrington off her feet and she recklessly abandons her old life to settle in the remote surroundings of a country cottage. However, her newfound love is not all that he seems… For details visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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20-23 20 -23 JUNE JUNE BLACKADDER GOES FORTH (PART 2) Join George, Baldrick, Capatain Darling, General Melchett and of course the long suffering Edmund Blackadder as they face the perils of the front! For full details visit kingstheatregloucester.co.uk. The Kings theatre, Kingsbarton Street, Gloucester GL1 1QX. 01452 300130.

21 21 JUNE JUNE SUMMER CRAFT SALE & COFFEE MORNING At the Dolphins Hall, Tetbury.. 10am-12.30pm.

In aid of Parkinsons UK. MACBETH Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness. Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy will see Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 23 23 JUNE JUNE LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FAIR 1pm-3.30pm. Visit our Jungle themed Summer Fair with: bouncy castle, Nerf fun, entertainment, raffle, fancy dress and much more. With competitions open to everyone.

Visit: www.lakesidechelt.co.uk/PTA for more information.

Eight British Saracens Rugby clubs from all over England and Wales will compete for the coveted British Saracens 7s trophy. Free entry for all, BBQ and beer tent. Kick-off 12pm at Cheltenham Saracens RFC, King George V Playing Fields, Brooklyn Road, St Marks, Cheltenham GL51 8DT. THE CORRESPONDENTS The Correspondents consist of singer Mr Bruce and producer Chucks. Both growing up in South London, they formed in 2007 and within two years had taken their hioctane, genre-blending dance music from house parties to festival main stages.

9pm. £14 (£17 on the door). 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 223-24 3-24 JUNE JUNE TEWKESBURY FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL More than 60 stalls offering a wealth of local produce including award-winning

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cheeses, locally reared meat, homemade cakes and pastries, local wine, beer and cider plus much more. Adults £2.50, u14s free. Featuring a cookery theatre with live demonstrations from local chefs and experts. Tewkesbury Abbey Grounds, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PG. 01608 652662. visittewkesbury.info/whats-on DAY OUT WITH THOMAS 2018 Once you have bought your ticket for this event, entrance to all attractions is free!

Ride not only with Thomas but also behind other steam and diesel engines, including Daisy, on the frequent trains between Cheltenham Race Course, Winchcombe, Toddington and Broadway. Gates open at 9am. For full details visit www.gwsr.com.

The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT. 01242 621405.

2244 JUNE JUNE COLEFORD GRAND PRIX The Coleford Grand Prix (soapbox derby) brings a new high adrenaline perspective to the town’s events programme!

Organised by Coleford Town Council working closely in conjunction with the Brockweir CIC who run the annual Brake for the Border Soapbox Derby in September. 8.30am. For full details visit colefordgrandprix.co.uk Coleford Grand Prix, Tourist Information Centre, 4 Lords Hill, Coleford, GL16 8BD. 07801 650977.

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24 24 JUNE JUNE LES MUSICALS Musical Theatre’s leading men and X Factor stars Jonathan Ansell and Rhydian Roberts join forces for the first time ever to create a dramatic and spine tingling concert. With songs from the greatest musicals of all time, including Les Miserables, Wicked, The Lion King and many more… 7.30pm.

From £24.50. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk CHELTENHAM PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA : SUMMER CONCERT 2018 Join them for their final performance for this season which will be filled with gentle and charming music, and includes a rarely heard piece for saxophone and orchestra. 3pm. £12. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham GL52 3JE. 0844 576 2210. cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 2277 JUNE JUNE ROMEO & JULIET – THE HANDLEBARDS LADIES Visiting us for the first time last year, the Ladies were a very popular addition to our programme – and of course we’re having them back! Fingers crossed for another idyllic evening’ss weather. For full details visit www.handlebards.com. Painswick Rococo Garden, Painswick, GL6 6TH. 01452 813204.

227-30 7-30 JUNE JUNE THE FULL MONTY While spying on their wives at a ‘Girls’ Night Out,’ a group of unemployed steelworkers from Buffalo sees how much they enjoy watching male strippers. Jealous, out of work and feeling emasculated, the men come up with a bold and unclothed way to make some quick cash. Raising money for cancer charities and other notable causes.

7pm. For full details visit barntheatre.org.uk.

The Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester GL7 1BN. 01285 648255.

1 JULY JULY CRUK RACE FOR LIFE CRUK Cheltenham 5K and 10K events are suitable for all wanting to raise valuable funds for research. The Cheltenham route

goes around the perimeter of Cheltenham’s famous Racecourse along a combination of grass, woodchip and paths. Walk , jog or run – raise valuable funds for research.

Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH. 01242 513 014. For full details visit raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org 5 JULY JULY SUNSET DEER PARK WALK Exclusive access to the park after hours.

Perfect for photographers. Enjoy a leisurely guided walk around the park as the ‘golden hour’ sets in. 7.30pm. Adults £10, children £5. Dyrham Park , Dyrham, Gloucestershire, SN14 8HY. 0344 249 1895. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dyrham-park 66-7 -7 JULY JULY MILEFEST – MUSIC FESTIVAL

Milefest 2018 is a 24 band, over two stages, festival. On Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of July in Hartpury (GL19 3BG). We are accessible and affordable for all. All money raised goes to Milestone school – we have raised more than £30,000 over 6 years. www.milefest.co.uk Registered charity number: 1173333.

7 JULY JULY MIDSUMMER FIESTA 2018 Midsummer Fiesta returns in 2018 for another day showcasing the fantastic talents of the diverse communities of Cheltenham. With a multitude of activities from charity stalls to music and dance this is a day for everyone in Cheltenham to enjoy. Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham, GL50 1UW. 01242 774960. Full details at www.midsummerfiesta.com

12-14 12-14 JULY JULY FOR THE LOVE OF MUSICALS

Promenade Productions together with Young Promenaders present ‘For the Love of Musicals’, a cabaret style concert celebrating musicals from the 1940s to the 21st century. The varied programme includes excerpts from ‘Oklahoma!’, ‘Bugsy Malone’, ‘Chicago’, ‘Les Miserables’, ‘Miss Saigon’, ‘Billy Elliot’, ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ and many more. Enjoy an evening of live entertainment and support The National Star College, Ullenwood on the 12th, 13th and 14th July at 7.30pm at The Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham. Tickets £11 to £13 from Showcase (01242 224144), online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk or the box office – 01242 258002.

220-29 0 -29 JULY JULY THE 48TH GUITING MUSIC FESTIVAL This year’ss programme of 10 concerts will again feature outstanding world renowned Classical, Jazz and Blues Musicians. Bring your family and a picnic to the two Sunday outdoor concerts or partake in the food and drink on offer. Do not miss these exciting events. For full details please visit: www.guitingfestival.org MAY AY SSEPTEMBER EPTEMBER – M CHELTENHAM CRICKET SOCIETY Cheltenham Cricket Society meets 1st Wednesday of each month September to May at the Victory Club. Speakers include Farokh Engineer, Geoff Cope, Chris Lewis and Scyld Berry.. New members and guests welcome. Contact Malcolm Brown – mb3456@blueyonder.co.uk. View www.cheltcs.councilcricketsocieties.com

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The three-day music festival, which runs from 1st to 3rd June, has earned t h e r e p u t a t i o n fo r b e i n g o n e o f t h e best annual music festivals held in Gloucestershire. The 2018 line-up l o o ks p a r t i c u l a r l y s t ro n g w i t h b a n d s such as Feeder and Shed Seven headlining the weekend main stage.

The beauty of the Wychwood Festival is the opportunities offered to lesser-known musicians who perform on the outer stages. Several students from the University of Gloucestershire have been booked to perform at the 2018 festival, including Indigo Haze who will be returning for a second year. The four-piece band are based in Cheltenham and will be playing tracks they’ve written themselves. The indie quartet say the opportunity to perform at a prestigious festival like Wychwood is great for their profile.

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“The atmosphere will be completely different from what I’m used to, it ’s something to embrace. I would love to be an artist in my own right and be releasing my own songs and make a career from that . This performance will be great for my development, I’m really excited to get on stage,” added Ryan.

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Featuring more superheroes than you can fit on a poster – Spider Man, Iron Man, Captain America, Black Panther, the Incredible Hulk and stars from Guardians of the Galaxy – all feature in this CGI epic. Over the course of its nearly threehour running time the film races along and builds towards a monumental battle between good and evil.

The villain of the film is Josh Brolin’s Thanos, a kind of giant purple brute who is intent on acquiring the full set of infinity stones, with which he’d have the power to destroy the universe.

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‘I have seen your motorbike and I think you have travelled to many countries. But I wonder have you been to my country?

That is Iran... Please come to my city, Shiraz ’. This tantalising invitation left on her motorbike in London convinces Lois Pryce, t h e a u t h o r o f ‘ R evo l u t i o n a r y Ride’, that she must make this journey.

She sets off alone on a 3,000 mile ride from the Turkish border to Shiraz . Her adventures are fascinating and give a real sense of Iran today. Imagine riding a motorbike in the compulsory hijab and a helmet! She meets people from all walks of life and her ride is peppered with incidents, some amusing and others terrifying. Kindness, hospitality and traditions combine with the stories we hear so much of in the UK; corruption, intimidation and the all-seeing eyes of the Revolutionary Guard.

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Christopher has spent the last two years producing, directing and editing ‘Retro Grade Future’, an eight-minute science fiction trailer, inspired by 1 9 8 0 s m o v i e s a n d T V shows. With the trailer now complete, Christopher says he’s focused on trying to secure investment to create a full-length feature film or pilot episode.

“It ’s been a busy couple of years, we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved,” he said. “We’re at the stage now where we want to do a kickstarter campaign to try and secure funding for either a full feature length film or a pilot episode,” he added.

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ago across various towns in Gloucestershire. Christopher continued: “What started off as a bit of fun with friends quickly turned into something more serious as we realised we had a good team to pull this off. “ At t h e b e g i n n i n g my c l o s e f r i e n d Alex Thomson and I wanted to make a sci-fi cop show. Rob James, Martin Tucker and myself all work as freelance camera men and editors and

were keen to use our skills to produce something we love. “ I m e t M i k e B e l s h aw a t t h e b e g i n n i n g o f t h e p ro d u c t i o n , a n d to g e t h e r w e b u i l t o n t h e concept and began to write a much bigger idea. My girlfriend G w e n e fe r R o s k i l l y h a s b e e n s u p p o r t i n g m e eve r y s te p o f the way with her production and acting skills. We saw how smal l b u d g et successful t e l e v i s i o n s h ow s h av e b e e n , e s p e c i a l l y t h o s e p i c k e d u p by streaming sites. This inspired us to put extra effort in and go the distance. We formed a production company and have been very busy since then.

“It took over a year to shoot the whole trailer. We did so much without spending any money, we relied on s o c i a l m e d i a fo r h e l p i n g u s g e t i n touch with extras who have been so generous with their time.”

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The choir, a branch of the Cheltenham Operatic and Dramatic Society, will kick-off t h e i r b u sy 2 0 1 8 s c h e d u l e a t the Town Hall in Cheltenham w i t h a n a f te r n o o n o f s o n g s from legendary shows such as ‘Annie’, ‘Billy Elliott ’, ‘Matilda’, ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ and ‘Mary Poppins’.

The choir, which currently has 80 members, was established back in 2 0 1 4 a n d b o a st s a m i x of m a l e a n d female voices, with a wide spectrum of ages represented. “We’re made up of bass, tenor, alto, mezzo and soprano voices,” said Karen Frank , Publicity Manager for the choir.

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Karen continued: “We always welcome new members, and we’re keen to give opportunities to people who want to help out backstage. All our members are so passionate, it ’s great to be around so many enthusiastic performers. We rehearse every Tuesday evening at Swindon Vil lage Primary School and the occasional Sunday afternoon when

we are working towards a performance.

“The Town Hall is a beautiful b u i l d i n g w h i c h we e n j oy p e r fo r m i n g i n . T h e b i g g e s t challenge is fitting us all on the tiered staging! We perform w i t h p ro fe s s i o n a l m u s i c i a n s a n d o u r M u s i c a l D i r e c to r i s B e ve r l ey W h i t a k e r w h o i s incredibly experienced and an award winning Mu s i c a l Director. The ethos of the choir is that it is inclusive, no audition is required, and everyone is welcome.

T h i s h a s m a d e t h e c h o i r i n c re d i b l y popular, particularly as we perform regularly which everyone enjoys.

“Our summer concert is always at the Town Hall. It is a privilege to p e r fo r m t h e r e a n d t h e p e o p l e o f Gloucestershire are always so supportive of our summer musical.”

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It’s not a new topic, but it shows no signs of letting up.

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This column has often documented the lack of p e r s o n a l c a re a n d a t t e n t i o n a f fo rd e d t o s m a l l businesses by the High Street banks. They would rather bow and scrape to the US tax authorities and their FATCA forms, that are completely unintelligible, than they would call up a small business proprietor to see if he or she needed any help with their business.

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Have you seen these FATCA forms? They are allegedly to establish whether you have any ‘American blood’ in you in terms of business ownership. One simple q u e s t i o n o n a n e m a i l wo u l d s a ve h o u r s o f p a i n a n d stress, but do the banks consider the effect on small businesses of simply rolling these forms out ‘left, right and centre’? No, of course they don’t.

It was interesting to read this month of the reasons behind the merger talks between Sainsbury’s and Asda.

They are concerned that our shopping habits are changing away from the weekly ‘big shop’, partly due to online ordering, but also as a result of a return to more local shopping.

Go on the British public – take a stance and let’s see if we can make the point to even more of these Big Firm bullies.

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