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This month sees the introduction of another exciting feature – our brand new Entertainment section, headed up by our new Entertainment Editor Patrick Baines. We’ll be bringing you local articles, stories and reviews from across Gloucestershire, covering a broad range of topics including film, theatre, art, culture, literature, music and so much more! Read more inside and on our website – www.thelocalanswer.co.uk We’ve got two bank holidays to look forward to this month, so whether you spend those extra days off attending events around the county, having a go at our latest ‘Delicious Dish’ or challenging yourself to get some much needed housework done, we have plenty of articles to inspire you!

Remember, if your favourite editorial doesn’t appear in your local printed magazine, you can read all of our articles online.

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IIngredients ngredients ((serves serves 4 4): ): 300g dried pasta (I used fusilli); 2 large leeks, sliced very finely; 1 medium/large courgette, grated; 1-3 tbsp of pesto according to your taste; 2 tbsp low fat soft cheese; 2-3 tbsp fresh breadcrumbs or grated cheese if you prefer; 25g butter; 25g plain flour; 250ml milk; 1tsp oil; 3 large skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes.

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2 Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry the chicken in batches for about 10 minutes.

3 Add the chicken and juices to the white sauce, stir and cook for another 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.

4 Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.

5 Put the leeks in a pan with a little water, cover and cook until they have gone very soft. Drain then add the courgette, pesto, soft cheese and chicken to the white sauce, stir well then heat until bubbling.

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Part of Basel’s appeal is the cosmopolitan multiculturalism from being at the Dreiländereck (tripoint) where France, Germany and Switzerland meet . Language, food and culture reflect this. Yet Switzerland’s French and Germanspeaking heartlands, Germany ’s Black Forest or the French Vosges, are easy to reach if you fancy a change from city life.

There’s plenty of accommodation, with the proviso that prices and availability suffer when big trade fairs are on, so do your homework .

From Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, to the excellent youth hostel or boutique Hotel Stuecki, there’s a great choice.

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Alternatively, Basel’s Paper Mill Museum is great for passing hours with fascinating history and handson activities. Or visit the world class F i n e A r t s M u s e u m ( Ku n s t m u s e u m ) on St. Alban-Graben – just one of 40 museums in town.

A truly truly engaging engaging destination destination Basel multitasks with faultless Swiss efficiency as a commercial hub, cultural centre and surprisingly engaging l e i s u re d est i n at i o n .

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Bullying B ullying aatt sschool chool According to dosomething.org, over 3 . 2 m i l l i o n s t u d e n t s a re v i c t i m s o f bullying each year. For the many y o u n g p e o p l e w h o s u f f e r f ro m bullying, school can become an unpleasant and scary place. You should feel safe at school though; it’s a place where you can learn and spend time with your friends. If you are being bullied, you don’t have to suffer in silence. It’s really important to remember that there are ways of coping and stopping the bullying altogether.

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know tough, you could call a helpline such as Child line (0800 1111).

Talking to people you trust for advice and support can work wonders. The s a y i n g “ a p ro b l e m s h a re d i s a problem halved” is often very true as once you’ve shared your problem, you are well on your way to making things better.

It ’s also important to remember that you don’t deserve to be bullied; bullying is never okay, and no-one has the right to do it. So many young people believe the things a bully tells t h e m a b o u t t h e m s e l ve s a re t r u e.

They aren’t . It is essential that you don’t lose your sense of self-worth and happiness. Make sure to spend lots of time with people who make y o u fe e l g o o d a n d fo c u s o n t h e things that make you happy.

Remember the things you love about yourself and try and stay positive through this difficult time. Don’t let the bullying take over your life.

It’s a good idea to try and stand up for yourself; no-one has the right to m a k e yo u f e e l s m a l l , s o b e i n g assertive is very important. The more you practise being assertive – that means saying how you feel without being rude or aggressive – the more confident you will get . Blocking the

bully on social media, not responding to messages they send and avoiding them in school may also help. Bullies like to get a reaction from the people they are taunting. If you aren’t aggressive towards them and just ignore them, they aren’t getting a reaction, so they may stop what they are doing over time.

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See www.bullying.co.uk/advice-forparents/how-to-spot-the-signs-ofbullying/ for more information.

If your child is being bullied, it’s so important to listen to what they have to s ay a n d s u p p o r t t h e m , w h i l s t reassuring them that it ’s not their fault. Bullying is a growing problem, es p e c i a l l y w i t h t h e r i s e of s o c i a l media. It needs to be stamped out, a n d w e c a n a l l h e l p to m a k e a difference. If you want to make a change, visit www.bullying.co.uk

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THROUGHOUT APRIL/MAY ROYAL SOCIETY OF PAINTERPRINTMAKERS (RE) 200th anniversary exhibition of selected member prints, sets of which are held at the British Museum, The Queens collection and the Fitzwilliam Museum. Strictly limited quantity for sale. Simultaneously at Chapel Arts and Bankside Gallery, London. 25th April – 12th May. Coffee Shop available.

Wed-Sat 10am-4pm. www.thechapelarts.com 1 MAY – END OF JUNE 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 2 MAY RSC LIVE: MACBETH Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 3 MAY WAYNE HEMMINGWAY With a career spanning four decades in the design industry, Wayne Hemingway has a fair few stories to tell. Insightful,

thought-provoking, often hilarious and always truthful, Wayne’s rise to success was a rather unusual one, with his big break on a Camden market stall. 8pm. £17.50 (concessions £15.50). 01453 760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk WEDDING FAIR Come and visit the best of the Forest of Dean Wedding Suppliers to help with your wedding arrangements. Dresses, cars, photographers and table decor. No booking needed, just turn up. Free entry.

6-9pm. Forest Hills Golf Club, Mile End Road, Coleford, GL16 7QD. 01594 810620. foresthillsgolfclub.co.uk 4 MAY THE RAGDOLLS A musical journey through the sounds of one of the most successful bands of all time, performing classic 50s songs including ‘Still of the Night’ and ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love’. The second part of the show is party time, where all the famous hits appear, such as, ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’, ‘Grease’ and many more.

7.30pm. £17.50 (£15.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk FAITH: THE GEORGE MICHAEL LEGACY Wayne Dilks portrays the late superstar George Michael in this outstanding tribute show. A celebration of 35 years of hit records and will take you on a journey from George’s early years with Wham through to his successful solo career, with hits such as ‘Club Tropicana’, ‘Faith’ and ‘Careless Whisper’. 7.30pm. £25.50. The

Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org 4-6 MAY ORIGINAL MOUNTAIN MARATHON RUNNING FESTIVAL The OMM Festival is coming to the Forest of Dean. 2000 people from across the country will gather for an epic weekend with friends or family. Trail running, Mountain Biking and Orienteering. FREE camping for friends or family of OMM competitors. Huge 50m marquee with catering and bar. For full details please visit www.theomm.com/omm-festival 5 MAY TAPLEY HOUSE Donnie and Sid are a couple of lazy twenty-somethings, thrown together by fate under the roof of Tapley House. When a new tenant arrives, a dark secret is revealed, and all hell breaks loose in the once innocuous House of Tapley. Jealousy, love, and a mysterious old lady are all thrown together in a mayhem of predestination, and Donnie and Sid are the only two idiots that can save the day.

7.30pm. £8-12. Kings Theatre Gloucester, Kingsbarton Street, Gloucester GL1 1QX. 01452 300130.

MAKERS FAMILY FAIR An exciting range of family based local makers and small businesses. Discover a selection of clothing, art work, furniture, delicious treats and so much more! A great opportunity to get to know some locally based small businesses! 10.30am.

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5 MAY MAY POLISH HERITAGE DAY The second year of the biggest Polish festival in Gloucestershire. Organised by Polish Association Gloucestershire, the event takes place in Kings Square in Gloucester. This is an important occasion for the local community to celebrate Polish culture and traditions. For more details please visit www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk.

Kings Square, Gloucester, GL1 1RP. 55-6 - 6 MAY MAY ROSS BEERFEST Beers, cider, Prosecco, food, live music, camping and free parking. £5 entry. Open from noon. For more information and tickets please visit www.rossbeerfest.org.

Ross Rowing Club, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5NX. BIRDSONG WORKSHOP Join our Reserve Wardens to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day and get help identifying the birds you can hear around the reserve with our birdsong workshop. 7-10am. £22 (including breakfast). WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, Slimbridge, GL2 7BT. 01453 891900. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge 55-7 -7 MAY MAY CHRISTCHURCH ABBEYDALE FLOWER FESTIVAL Stunning floral displays celebrating life and activities at Christchurch Abbeydale, Heron Way, Gloucester, GL4 5EQ. Light lunches and refreshments available. Saturday 5th: 10.30am-4.30pm. Sunday 6th: 12.30pm4.30pm. Monday 7th: 10.30am-4.30pm.

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OLYMPIGS From hobby horse races to hay bale hurdles, from wheelbarrow racing to welly wanging, this family fun sports day is guaranteed to bring out your competitive side and find your inner Mo Farrah. Join in the fun from 1.30pm on the event field.

Cotswold Farm Park , Kineton, Guiting Power, Cheltenham GL54 5UG. 01451 850307. cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk 6 MAY MAY PDSA PETLIFE Live music, funfairs, dog agility displays, military bands, delicious food and drink , retail therapy and much more. Learn more about pet well-being from our vets, as well as getting a quick MOT for your dog.

For more details visit petlife.org.uk. From £30. Individual attractions will be subject to additional charges. 11am. Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Prestbury, GL50 4SH. 01242 513014.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Join us in the Bar for our monthly Open Mic session 4- 6pm (sign up from 3.30).

The best of Gloucestershire’s up and coming talent. 4pm. Free entry. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org

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66-7 -7 MAY MAY KNIGHTS ON HORSEBACK & JOUSTING Knights and their impressive steeds will battle it out in the grounds of the Castle.

Don’t miss their jousting tournaments and saddle stunt displays. Meet the gallant Knights and their wonderful horses – a great photo opportunity! Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, GL13 9BQ. 01453 810303. www.berkeley-castle.com 7 MAY MAY VICTORIAN MAY DAY Celebrate May Day in traditional style with classic games, activities and entertainment.

Old favourites Punch and Judy will be here causing mayhem and you can try your hand at the Wheel of Fortune and Balloon Burst games to win some prizes! 10am.

Included in admission. Sudeley Castle and Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. 01242 604244. www.sudeleycastle.co.uk 8-12 8-12 MAY MAY LETTICE AND LOVAGE St. John’s Players present the well-known comedy Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer. Box Office: 01452 713952. Online from www.eventbrite.co.uk. £8. £7 conc.

St. John’s Hall, St. John’s Avenue, Churchdown, GL3 2DB. Car park and bar.

8-20 8-20 MAY MAY CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL OF PERFORMING ARTS The Festival returns with an enjoyable two weeks of performances by children and adults from Gloucestershire and all over the UK. Each day is different and includes dance, music, and drama. For full details of each day’s visit performing arts website cfpa.org.uk. 9am. £3. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 1100 MAY MAY BATSFORD FOREST SCHOOL FOR TOTS!

A chance for pre-schoolers to engage with nature and explore our newly established Forest School site! Children can enjoy bug hunting, creating mud pies in our mud kitchen, craft activities, storytime and more! Sessions led by our Forest School Leader. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wellies and waterproof clothing/ old clothes are essential. Suitable for little ones who are walking, up to the age of 4. £3 per child. 10 -11am. Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 9QB. batsarb.co.uk

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10-21 10 -21 MAY MAY INSIDE-OUT GLOUCESTER: KINGDOM COME EXHIBITION Inside-Out have been invited back to the Cathedral Cloisters. The exhibition coincides with Thy Kingdom Come and the beginning of ‘Festive-ALL’ at the Cathedral.

As a group of six Christian artists working with paint, stone and textiles, we formed ‘Inside-Out Gloucester’ in 2015 to exhibit our art in the public domain and encourage dialogue about spiritual issues. Free entry.

Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, GL1 2LX. gloucestercathedral.org.uk 12-13 12-13 MAY MAY COTSWOLD BRICKS AND TR RA AINS WEEKEND Another LEGO® event is coming to the GWSR; we will be holding a brick exhibition at Toddington. Be enthralled by the expertise of Southern Lego Train Club’ss members, who will be providing the displays. There will also be demonstrations and a chance for our smaller visitors to have a go at building their own brick structures. For times and prices please visit www.gwsr.com. The Railway Station, Toddington GL54 5DT. 13 13 MAY MAY THE BIG BAD WOLF KIDS CONCERT Little Red Riding Hood will make your children howl with laughter – at the Big Bad Wolf! Gloucestershire Symphony Orchestra join forces with young singers and narrator Lydia Kenny. Musical director Glyn Oxley will invite youngsters to try their hand at conducting and to join orchestral players on stage to get a closeup experience of classical instruments.

3pm. £11.50. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 15 15 MAY MAY VICTORIA AND ABDUL Abdul Karim arrives from India for Queen Victoria’s golden jubilee. The young clerk is surprised to find favour with the queen herself. As Victoria questions the constrictions of her long-held position, the two forge an unlikely and devoted alliance that her household and inner circle try to destroy. 7.45pm. £8 (£7). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 115-19 5-19 MAY MAY MY FAIR LADY My Fair Lady tells the story of an Edwardian cockney flower girl’s transformation into the pride of London society.

This beautiful production will transport you to the flower markets of London, the racecourses of Ascot and the glittering heights of an Embassy Ball where everything is ‘Absolutely Bloomin’ Loverly’. For details visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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An American GI’ss chance encounter with a beautiful young dancer leads Paris to become the backdrop to a sensuous, modern romance of art, friendship and love in the aftermath of war. Featuring gorgeous music, stunning designs, and show-stopping choreography. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 116-17 6-17 MAY MAY THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE BUSINESS SHOW This show celebrates, discusses and showcases business in Gloucestershire of all size and industry. It provides a platform through which businesses can form new collaborations, gain information, meet other businesses, speak to professional advisors and engage in action for business.

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Road, Prestbury, GL50 4SH. 01242 513014. cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk 17 17 MAY MAY JURASSIC GEOLOGY: FANTASTIC FOSSILS With fossils from the collections, come on a journey to discover what Gloucestershire would have been like millions of years ago when it was all under the sea. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink and nibbles. 6pm. £12. The Wilson, Clarence Street, Cheltenham GL50 3JT. 01242 237431.

MAGIC: A KIND OF QUEEN Magic perform all of Queen’s greatest hits plus some you may not have heard for a while. They perform completely live, with five vocals to back up the powerful lead vocal of the dynamic Taylor Payne, Magic recreate all the complex harmonies that are Queen’s trademark recording sound, along with two guitars, bass, drums and the brilliant piano and keyboard skills of Dave Chapman. 7.30pm. £18-25. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org 18 18 MAY MAY MASTERWORKS CONCERT 63 For fifteen years, pianist James Lisney’s Masterworks has proved to be a highlight of Cheltenham’s classical programme. His virtuosity and integrity are internationally recognised. 7.30pm. £15. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham

GL52 3JE. 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk THE UPBEAT BEATLES Powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship. The show takes you through the Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road. 7.30pm. £19 (£18). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk THE BAND OF THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE CONSTABULARY CHARITY CONCERT A special charity concert in aid of National Star. Come along to The Salvation Army in Cheltenham (GL53 7HG) to enjoy fantastic music with special guests Charlton Kings Junior School Choir. Tickets are available for £5 from fundraising@nationalstar.org.

01242 527631. www.nationalstar.org 18-20 18-20 MAY MAY WINCHCOMBE WALKING FESTIVAL The Winchcombe Walking Festival offers walkers of all abilities the opportunity to join a walk in the Cotswolds with knowledgeable guides offering snippets of local information. Walks range from 1.5 to 13 miles. If you like a challenge there is the 21-mile Winchcombe Way Challenge.

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1188 MAY MAY – 17 17 JJUNE UNE 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. Full details at barntheatre.org.uk. The Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester GL7 1BN. 1199 MAY MAY ANIMALPHABET THE MUSICAL High-energy actors, colourful puppets, amazing characters and fantastic songs combine to create AnimAlphabet The Musical. Join Colin the Country Cockatoo, Hip-Hop Donkey and Geoff the Geordie Jazz Giraffe on a fantastic family musical adventure. 2.30pm. £10 (£8). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 19-20 19 -20 MAY MAY SOUTHROP VILLAGE GARDENS Southrop Manor and other village gardens will be OPEN in May! Entrance £5 for one day or £7 for both. Plant stall, Teas in the Village Hall. Proceeds for Hall refurbishment. Open from 1pm until 5pm.

Southrop, Lechlade, GL7 3PD. 2200 MAY MAY MAY MARKET A fun family event featuring the finest food and drink in the Forest of Dean. Lots of stalls with delicious local produce. Plus live music, activities and demonstrations.

Free entry and parking. 11am-5pm. Taurus Crafts, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney GL15 6BU. www.cvt.org.uk 2222 MAY MAY LES AMAZONES D’AFRIQUE The first all-female supergroup of West Africa brings together musicians fighting violence against women. Whether they are undisputed stars or well-kept secrets, the musicians involved in this project are all among the most acclaimed voices in West African music. 8pm. £17.50 (£19.50 on the door). Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 2266 MAY MAY – 3 JUNE JUNE 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, Main A38 Twigworth, Gloucester GL2 9PA . SatNav Postcode: GL2 9PG. ROMAN MAY HOLIDAY Enjoy seasonal craft activities. Make a mosaic, badge or paper-craft. Raid the

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dressing up baskets and fashion yourself as a Roman. Suitable for all ages. Some activities include an additional charge to cover the cost of materials. 10.30am. Free event (admission applies). Chedworth Roman Villa, Cheltenham GL54 3LJ. 01242 890256.

MINI BEAST WEEK There are mini beasts all around...inside the manor and out in the garden! Family fun for half-term. Find out more 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, Gloucestershire, WR12 7JU. 01386 852410.

SPRING TO LIFE Spring is here – the 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 whole 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. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge 227-30 7-30 MAY MAY KNIGHT’S SCHOOL Grab your swords and head to Berkeley Castle this May half term for Knight School with our skilled knights in shining armour.

There are two separate sessions each day for ages 5-9 years and 10 years to adults.

Make sure you stick around for the dramatic and action packed Warrior Show at 3.30pm each day too! £7.50. Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, GL13 9BQ. 01453 810303. www.berkeley-castle.com 29 29 MAY MAY AN AUDIENCE WITH IAN WAITE & OTI MABUSE: RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT Ian and Oti will deliver a night of Latin and Ballroom numbers with high intensity.

The Strictly Come Dancing pros will perform a dance showcase spectacular designed to dazzle and wow you. 7.30pm.

From £23. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA . 0844 576 2210. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk JUNE 1 JUNE ELECTRIC BICCYYCLE 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 If you go down to the woods today you’re in for a big surprise... Bring a picnic and join storyteller Michael Loader at Batsford Arboretum for traditional tales and spontaneous stories inspired by the animals and the trees, the woods and the forests, the flora and fauna of the land!

Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 9QB. www.batsarb.co.uk

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22-3 -3 JUNE JUNE BRITISH WATER POLO CHAMPIONSHIPS We are delighted to be hosting the 2018 British Water Polo Championships finals, on the 2nd and 3rd June. Spectators will be very welcome to come and view some high level sporting action. 11am- 6pm. Full details at www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk Sandford Parks Lido, Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL53 7PU, UK 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. 10 10 JUNE JUNE BISHOP’SS CLEEVE STREET FAIR – CELEBRATING R RA AF100 From 12 noon-4pm. Parades, stalls, entertainment, 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’ss 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.

1166 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 .

Also involved: The Plough, Royal Oak , St Mary’s Church and WI Hall. For more info: www.prestburyparish.org Volunteers also required – contact Chris on 07741 472252 or email maughanshaw@gmail.com 6-7 JULY JULY 6-7 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.

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B and manager Mick M ason, who also plays bass guitar in the 8-piece supporting orchestra, says things are going better than expected for the recently formed cover band. He said: “We’ve been blown away with the feedback and reactions from our recent performances. Music brings

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back a lot of memories for people, we’ve seen audience members in tears at some of our recent gigs.

Performing in front of sold-out venues gives you a huge buzz, we’re all eager to get back on stage and are looking forward to the concert in the Forest of Dean.”

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by Maggie Nestor, a lifelong fan of the band who has had a 20 -year career in t h e m u s i c b u s i n e ss . M i c k a d d e d : “Maggie is an exceptional performer.

Her vocals are incredible, and her mannerisms are exactly like Karen’s.

When people talk about the greatest female vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter ’s name is always mentioned, so it’s no easy task trying to replicate her.

“The best tribute bands really put the effort in to create an experience that is as close to the original band as possible. We spent the best part of six months really immersing ourselves in the Carpenters’ performances. The more you watch, the more you u n d e r st a n d t h e i r m a n n e r i s m s a n d ways they carry themselves.”

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Directed by John Krasinsky, it features him and his wife Emily Blunt as the main characters. The film is set in a post-apocalyptic world where blind monsters are intent on wiping humanity off the face of the earth. The monsters hunt based on sound, so the characters exist in a giant game of hide and seek; as long as they keep quiet, they’re safe.

A t a b r i s k 9 5 m i n u te s, t h e f i l m doesn’t waste time g o i n g i n to to o m u c h d et a i l . T h e b e s t h o r ro r f i l m s a re t h e o n e s t h a t keep things simple, and that’s certainly the case here.

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A heartwarming tale about crafting a life you really want to lead by turning yo u r b a c k o n m a s s consumerism.

C a i t g o e s i n to great detail exploring ways of saving m o n e y by c u t t i n g i te m s . out the n o n - e ss e n t i a l Interestingly, when she stops spending her monthly income, she discovers she’s h a p p i e r l i v i n g a m i n i m a l i s t i c l i fe s t y l e.

Her savings give her the chance to spend money on travelling and enjoying life away from fast food restaurants.

A real game-changer for anyone searching for major change in their lifestyle, I’d recommend this book if there’s something you want to do but have always put on the back-burner.

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There are lots of original features in GT Sport, but the new game's gorgeous graphics are what you'll notice first .

This is a game that really lends itself t o a n e n o r m o u s w i d e s c re e n television; I’ve played many driving g a m es b u t n o n e a s v i s u a l l y impressive as this one.

GT Sport is a satisfying racer with plenty of depth and atmosphere, stunning visuals and sounds that are so impressive, you forget you are playing a games console. Arcade mode is where the real fun is, the challenges and tasks are a total joy.

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The society celebrated its 25th anniversary last year with a show that drew praise from capacity crowds, and hopes are high that their 2018 show will be even better.

T h i s t i m e ro u n d t h e t h e m e i s ‘Broadway’, with the 35 members of the Forest Musical Society performing t h e b i g g e s t s o n g s f ro m t h e m o s t famous stage productions. “We’ll be putting on a real show. You can expect to hear all the great songs from the likes of Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, Mamma Mia, Annie and many more of the most famous shows,” said Elliott. “We were blown away by the feedback we received from our 25th anniversary show last autumn, so we’re really looking forward to

g et t i n g b a c k o n t h e st a g e a n d performing again,” he added.

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practice weekly, but Elliott says there will be more practice sessions in the weeks leading up to their performance. He said: “It’s important that everyone knows their roles and feels comfortable, so we’ll be going a l l o u t to t r y a n d g e t a s m u c h practising in as possible leading up to the opening night. I’ve been involved in theatre for a long time, so I know just what’s involved logistically on the night of the performance. Like so many things in life, the key is in the preparation.

“We want to put on a professional show, one that we can all be proud of.

I’ve been involved with the society for five years now. It’s great to meet so many passionate people, who are all so committed to performing. All our members live in the Forest of Dean, it ’s great to see such support for a local project . I’m so proud of all of them.

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Lo o k o u t f o r t h e b r i g h t r e d l i l y beetles on your lilies and fritillaries.

You can either just pick and squash or use an insecticide like Provado ultimate bug killer, which i s sy s t e m i c a n d w i l l k i l l the larvae when they s t a r t to m u n c h o n t h e plant . The larvae are disgusting looking as they cover themselves with their sticky black poo, so gloves might be the order of the day!

You should be able to start hardening off tender herbaceous plants, such as geraniums or cosmos, w h i c h y o u m a y h av e b o u g h t i n t h e te m p t i n g i n d o o r d i s p l ay s i n t h e garden centres and n u r s e r i e s . I f yo u s t i c k them straight outside it can really knock them

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R e m e m b e r t o k e e p a n ey e o n t h e weather forecast in case of late frosts. You could make a cold frame out of old windows, Perspex offcuts, etc. and place in a warm, sheltered spot . Raise the lid in the day to circulate the air and cover o ve r a t n i g h t i f y o u h a v e n o greenhouse.

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They are fantastically versatile – so whatever your skill set, you’ll have no excuse not to give it a go!

If you’re not confident in creating a masterpiece feature, why not simply paint a wall in a complimentary colour to the room? For those who are a little braver, try wallpapering your feature wall with a wonderful print. And remember, it doesn’t have to be a wall – chimney breasts painted in a different colour can also add a huge impact to a room. For a bigger effect , create a gallery wall on your featured colour (once the paint is dry!) made up of family photos, postcards and even homemade art.

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energy in its actual processes than a petrol one. This means that emissions which could be damaging to us are decreased, as the majority of them are created at power plants, out of town.

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When it comes to charging, costs are measured in kilowatts (kW), in the same way as petrol cars are measured in litres. If your car has a 40 litre tank , at £1.15 per litre, this would cost £46 to fill. If the capacity for your electric car has a capacity of 30kW, and the price is around 12p per kWh, this would cost you £3.60.

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Andorran and Arsene are still going strong and Google is part of our daily lives, but the rulemakers have decided that the Data Protection Act is no longer fit for purpose. It is to be replaced by the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR for short.

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No small business is immune from the possibility of data loss, but it’s hard to imagine how it could ever be on the same scale as those widely-publicised events.

We will all update our systems to comply, as best we can, with GDPR. Actually it’s been quite an interesting exercise to review our policies and procedures for storage of information, both online and on paper, for, don’t be fooled, GDPR applies equally to hard copy as to electronic data.

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Just a fortnight ago, a client asked for his tax returns going back to 2001, which I was able to provide, because historically we have kept everything. He was delighted to find I could help him; it was a good job he didn’t wait until next month to ask , when I might well have destroyed it if I follow this perceived wisdom.

If you’re running a business don’t ignore GDPR. You will need to adapt some of your business practices and update others, otherwise you risk an enquiry from the Information Commissioner ’s Office and some potentially hefty fines.

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This year the tennis club are celebrating their 66th anniversary and they are certainly in rude health.

“We’ve got 200 -odd members and they are split pretty evenly between a d u l t s a n d j u n i o r s, ” s a i d c h a i r m a n Martin Godwin.

Those members play on four allweather outdoor floodlit courts and Godwin added: “We’re in a very good position at the moment, very buoyant . We’ve got three men’s teams in the Gloucestershire Summer League and this season we’re fielding four women’s teams.

Last season we had three.”

And on the competitive side at the club it ’s very much a family affair, because the men’s A team are captained by Dave James and the women’ss first team are led by his wife, Janice. “They both grew up in

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Specifically, it’s the children of today, and the club, which boast 300 m e m b e r s , a r e a c t i ve l y i n vo l ve d i n trying to get more youngsters hooked on a sport that remains very popular around Gloucestershire and beyond.

“We are involved in the charity Fishing 4 Kids which aims to get kids back on the banks,” said one-time professional angler Adrian Lane.

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Lydney have a thriving junior section

Lydney,” said Godwin, who admits to being in his “mid- 60s”.

“Dave is slightly younger than me, but he still plays for the A team. He is a very good player.”

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the women’s side their four teams play in divisions 2B, 3B, 5A and 5B. The club also have two adult teams in the mixed winter league which means they play tennis all year round. The club also boast six younger teams that compete in the county junior league and much of the credit for the club’s thriving junior section should go to the head coach Rachael Wintle, said Godwin.

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That attracted a crowd of approaching 2,000 and raised more than £15,000. The centrepiece of the day was a game between a Wayne Barnes Invitational XV and a Forest Invitational XV, a game that was also

Like a very good book or film, there is always an excellent ending to the race season at Cheltenham.

That ’s because the finishing line is reached with the ever-popular Hunter C h a s e E ve n i n g m e e t i n g , w h i c h t h i s year takes place on Friday 4th May (first race 4.55pm).

It ’s the meeting where the top point-to-pointers get the chance to s h i n e o n t h e b i g g est j u m p s st a g e i n the world and Ian Renton, the main man at Cheltenham Racecourse, is, as you’d expect , very much looking forward to it.

“It ’s a lovely way to end the season,” he said.

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Lydney ’s new captain loves his cricket , of course he does, but the longer the game the more he enjoys it.

That’s quite a change in an era when T20 in its many guises is becoming the dominant force in cricket at all levels across the globe.

“I enjoy every aspect of the 50 -over games,” said all-rounder O’Connell.

“There’s a lot more thinking involved and if you make a mistake, particularly when batting, it’s very costly.”

And there are another couple of reasons he likes the longer format.

“You’re out in the sun for longer and you’re out with your mates for longer!” he laughed.

Ironically, O’Connell’s game, and particularly his batting, would appear ideally suited to the shorter format b e c a u s e h e d es c r i b es h i m s e l f a s a pinch hitter.

He also bowls medium pace away s w i n g s o h e w i l l b e a k e y p l a ye r o n Saturday afternoons as the club look to get out of the County League and back into the Gloucestershire Division of the West of England League.

And make no mistake, promotion is the aim for Lydney this season.

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And 26 -year-old O’Connell is pretty bullish about his team’s chances this season.

“We’ve got a new young overseas player in Sam Bray,,” he explained. “He’s come over from Australia and he’s an opening bat so hopefully he’ll get a lot of runs.

“And we’ve got a number of youngsters coming through – Jack Knox who is a top order bat and bowls offspin and Callum Miller who is a seam bowler.”

O’Connell is also encouraged by the fact that Will Jones should be available for much of the season.

“He’s a Forest boy who emigrated to Australia a couple of years ago but he’s back this summer for a couple of weddings so he should be able to play quite a few games,” said O’Connell, who lives in Ruardean Woodside.

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“We’ve got a lot more s t re n g t h i n d e p t h t h i s season,” added O’Connell.

“We’ve got some good lads coming through the 2nds.”

And those youngsters are receiving the best possible c r i c k et i n g e d u c at i o n b e c a u s e t h e 2 n d s a re captained by Adrian Knox, a v e r y g o o d p l a ye r b a c k i n

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t h e d ay w h o a l s o d o u b l e s u p a s t h e club’s chairman these days.

“And the 3rds are run by Adam Slee w h o i s a n o t h e r g o o d p l a ye r t o b e l o o k i n g a f te r t h e yo u n g s t e r s , ” s a i d O’Connell.

O’Connell isn’t short of experience himself, having joined the club eight years ago from Parkend, and he reckons now is the right time for him to take on the captaincy.

“I’ve been at the club for quite a long time,” said O’Connell, who was born in Parkend. “I like to think I bring a lot of energy to the club both on and off the field.”

And ‘energy’ is one of the words that Cinderford director of rugby Paul Morris uses when describing O’Connell, who is also a very good rugby player and has played a couple of National Two South games for the club’s flagship team this season.

“He’s a good lad to have around the club,” said Morris. “He’s very popular and brings an energy to the place.”

He has played largely for the United this season – he played his age group rugby at Lydney before switching to Cinderford – but can play anywhere in the backs and was good enough to be Gloucestershire Under-20s’ scrum-half when they reached the county championship final six years ago.

So which sport is he best at?

“I’d say I’m probably best at rugby,” he said, before adding, “but I’d say I prefer playing cricket.”

It’s that love of all things cricket that shines through when O’Connell talks about England’s number one sport and it’s something that seems sure to serve his club well in the coming season.

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