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This month can only mean one thing... Halloween! We have an issue jam-packed with all things spooky to help you get into the scary spirit this season.

Check out our Interior Design article this month where you can learn how to make your home a Halloween haven or even just cosy it up for Autumn.

As always our What ’s On section is a must see, especially for ideas to keep the little ones occupied during half term – or perhaps you’re in the market for some Halloween themed events?

October is your last chance to enter our Photography Cover Competition. We are still eagerly awaiting your entries so get snapping before the deadline on the 31st.

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M ethod: Method: 1 Heat the oven to 190°C (fan 170°C/gas mark 5).

2 Peel and core the apples, roughly chop and add to a saucepan with the lemon zest, juice and cinnamon. Cook them until soft, remove from the heat then add the sugar, blackberries and breadcrumbs.

3 Butter an 18cm deep tin or charlotte mould. Dip one side of each piece of bread into the melted butter then place in the tin, buttered side down and overlapping each piece as you go round. Spoon in the apple and blackberry mix then make a buttered lid to cover the mixture.

4 Bake for one hour until the lid is crisp but keep an eye and if it is getting too dark then pop a piece of foil loosely on the top.

5 Carefully turn onto a plate, leaving the tin in place for about 15 minutes, then lift off.

6 Serve with some lovely hot custard or cream if you prefer.

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Method: Method: 1 Line the work surface with foil and place a wire rack on top.

2 Melt both the chocolates in separate bowls either in the microwave or over a pan of boiling water (ask an adult to help with this bit).

3 Put about four tablespoons of each chocolate into separate piping bags, dip each biscuit into the melted chocolate until fully coated, scraping the bottom against the edge of the bowl to remove the excess, then place onto the wire rack .

4 Pipe three circles of chocolate on the opposite coloured biscuit. Using a toothpick and starting from the inner-most circle, drag a line through each circle towards the edge of each biscuit.

5 Repeat until all biscuits are dipped and decorated, then pop into the fridge. Warning – they won’t stay around for long!

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B Blazing lazing llog og ffires ires There’s lots of good accommodation in and around Ramsau and nearby Berchtesgaden. Choices range from cosy B&Bs to luxury hotels, such as Berghotel Rehlegg where we stayed.

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and delicious food, or simply relaxing by blazing log fires while snow falls and cheeky black Alpendohlen swoop and chirrup outside.

Family-run Berghotel Rehlegg is a p e r f e c t b a s e fo r w i n te r a d ve n t u r i n g : on foot, snowshoes, cross-country skis, o r by b u s – u s i n g yo u r f re e v i s i to r s ’ p a ss . Lo c a l h i g h l i g h t s i n c l u d e w e l l marked walking trails through the snow and icicle-bedecked Zauberwald – the magic forest – to Hintersee. On a n o t h e r a f te r n o o n , we f o l l owe d t h e beautiful Klausbachtal, admired amazing wildlife sculptures, watched w i l d d e e r fe e d i n g a t t h e R o t w i l d Wintergehege, then enjoyed coffee a n d d e l i c i o u s h o m e m a d e p a st r i es at cosy Gasthof Auzinger – we highly recommend trying it!

Adolf Hitler. Wander up to Lockstein for breathtaking views of Berchtesgaden and Germany’s third highest peak – the Watzmann. The Watzmann ‘family ’ dominates another local attraction, romantic Königsee. Stunning in summer, this steep-sided fjord-like lake acquires a new, magical personality in winter. It ’s a short bus ride from Romantic R omantic K Königsee önigsee Berchtesgaden, or several-hours on Midweek found us in Berchtes- foot from Ramsau. gaden, where famous former residents M More ore tthan han jjust ust w walking alking iin n include actress Romy Schneider,, and

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Later, refuel with the Berghotel’s delicious five-course buffet supper.

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Too soon, the week’s over,, you’re buying souvenirs at Emmy Landhaler’s little shop (Im Tal 64), saying ‘Fuerti Bayern’ and heading home. But like so many visitors to Ramsau, we’re sure you’ll return...

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Nocturnal N octurnal fflight light o off tthe he b bat at As dusk rolls in, between April and September, my family and I have the privilege of watching a tiny little bat f l i t a r o u n d t h e p e r i m e te r o f o u r h o u s e . I a m p r e t t y s u re i t i s a p i p i s t re l l e b a t , t h e s m a l l e s t a n d most common of 18 species in Britain, typically weighing around 5 grams.

The head and body length of p i p i s t re l l e s i s 4 - 5 c m , a n d t h e i r wingspan measures approximately 23cm. They vary in colour from orange to grey tones and have a dark muzzle and ears. Their flight is exceptionally jerky and fast, so you have to be quick to spot them.

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Female pipistrelle bats form maternity colonies. They are pregnant for six to nine weeks then

give birth to a single pup in June or early July. For up to four we e ks t h e p u p w i l l fe e d o n l y o n i t s mother ’s milk , and by this time the pup can fly. At six weeks the pup can forage for itself, filling up on smal l f lying insects. The average l i fe s p a n o f t h e s e tiny mammals is 4-5 years; however, the longest living pipistrelle recorded lived for 11 years.

B at s communicate t h ro u g h e c h o l o c a t i o n to h e l p t h e m h u n t i n t h e d a r k , a s t h ey a re n o c t u r n a l creatures. They do this by emitting a sound wave which will bounce back off an object with a returning echo.

By doing this they can locate what i s i n f r o n t o f t h e m to av o i d a n y accidents and to aid in catching their prey. Only a few echolocation calls can be heard by humans depending on the species, as the frequency of the call is too high.

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alone or in small colonies. They do n o t m a k e t h e i r r o o s t s, s o t h e y u s e whatever is readily available such as crevices in walls or holes in wood and trees. They can often be found hibernating in loft spaces in old and new homes, but this is no cause for concern as bats don’t nibble through wood or wires so won’t cause any damage. They are in fact well groomed, clean animals that will not bring in any bedding or insect prey.

The best thing to do is cover any stored items with a dust sheet and leave them well alone.

IIff y you ou h have ave any any little little v visitors isitors rroosting oosting iin ny your our lloft, oft, lleave eave them them be be Bats and their roosts are protected by law, so if you do have any of the little visitors roosting in your loft, you must leave them be. Waking them f ro m h i b e r n a t i o n c a n u s e u p t h e i r valuable store of fat to get them through the winter. If you do need any loft repairs doing then be sure to contact the right authorities for advice, so the bats aren’t harmed.

As the days grow shorter, the only bats you will see for a while will be hanging in windows for Halloween.

However, If you’re lucky enough, you may catch one last glimpse of them for real before the cold sets in.

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Employment Terminatio pani Agreement – don’t don’t panic!

It’s that time of year when we see an increase in employees being presented with of fers to end their employment. The first thing to do is keep calm and take stock. This is a common situation.

When an employer feels that they wish to bring an employee’s employment to an end, they risk a claim in tribunal. Therefore employers use what is known as a “Settlement Agreement”. These can be offered by the employer, and the employee is free to refuse the of fer if they want.

However, if the employee accepts the deal, it gives the employee an amount of money (usually) and it gives the employer peace of mind knowing they can’t be taken to Tribunal later.

Before deciding whether or not to accept such an offer, the employee needs to work out what their situation is worth in monetar y terms. Only if the offer is more than the employee would receive anyway should the deal be accepted. This exercise should include

notice pay, accrued holiday, redundancy entitlement and maybe unfair dismissal compensation.

The offer will always include an offer to pay something toward the employee taking legal advice. This is not the generous gesture it appears, because the law states that an employee cannot give up any rights to go to a Tribunal unless an independent solicitor has advised them what they are giving up.

So if an employer wants the certainty that the matter is finished, they have to pay for the employee to see a solicitor, or the employee could accept the deal and would still be entitled to go to a Tribunal.

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We are natural creators who need to k e e p a c h i e v i n g a n d g r ow i n g s o we feel a sense of purpose. Constant growth requires a commitment to life-long learning and change, yet some people fear change almost on a cellular level. They don’t like the discomfort that comes from doing s o m e t h i n g n ew ; yo u m ay h a v e heard them say “but I’ve always done it that way”. What they really need is to expand their ‘comfort zone’.

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made up of certain experiences that we have become comfortable with.

It doesn’t mean that all these experiences are good for us – it just means they are now part of the ‘comfort zone’ we have created for ourselves. If we want something different we are going to have to expand our ‘comfort zone’. We may have to learn new skills, develop our k n ow l e d g e a n d e ve n c h a n g e t h e way we think .

Whenever we have to learn s o m e t h i n g n ew we w i l l h ave a temporary dip in our performance l e ve l s . T h i s i s b e c a u s e w e a re processing the new learning and it hasn’t as yet become a habit. If you h a v e e v e r p l a ye d a s p o r t yo u w i l l know that there comes a point where you may have to change your technique in order to improve your game.

Now an athlete will accept the temporary drop in performance and

the discomfort they feel, but they won’t give up practising the new technique because they know that in t h e l o n g t e r m i t w i l l i m p ro ve t h e i r g a m e. T h o s e p e o p l e w h o av o i d feeling this temporary discomfort will never learn and improve their ‘game’, and may avoid change and learning altogether.

Get Get ccomfortable omfortable w with ith ttemporary emporary d discomfort iscomfort Whether we are learning a new technique, changing a thought , developing our skills or broadening our knowledge, we just need to get comfortable with the temporary discomfort we will naturally feel as we step outside our ‘comfort zone’.

We need to literally let the comfort catch us up, and not try to ‘fix’ the feeling or we may return to our ‘old’ way of doing things.

In order to grow we must expand our ‘comfort zone’.

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EEnjoy njoy tthe he aautumn utumn ssplendours plendours It ’s my favourite time of year – the leaves are turning and the nights are drawing in. After the long, hot s u m m e r t h a t w i l l b e f o r eve r remembered as the heatwave of 2018 in the years to come, these cooler days are more than welcome, and yet it is still glorious enough to want to get outside.

And there are so many reasons to do so! From collecting acorns and conkers – let ’s all grow more trees, shall we? – to autumn picnics in the park , surrounded by golden leaves, a u t u m n i s wo n d e r f u l . Eve r yo n e i s wrapped in warm sweaters and woolly scarves – a great excuse to learn to knit or crochet.

B oy s a n d g i r l s o f a l l a g e s c a n embrace needlecraft and will enjoy making something they can actually wear, or gift to a friend or family member. By choosing super soft wool in their favourite colours, they c a n m a k e s i m p l e s c a r v e s b e fo re moving onto wrist warmers, mittens and fingerless gloves.

This is also pumpkin season so whether you are picking your own, buying at a farmers market or simply grabbing some from your local

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supermarket, there are a few things I’d like to share.

Firstly, did you know the carving pumpkins are not edible? I didn’t until researching this article. Apparently, carving pumpkins are stringy, thin skinned and watery – great for art work , but not so great for soup.

However, the smaller squashes and tiny pumpkins are flesh-filled, n u t r i t i o u s a n d d e l i c i o u s, a n d w h e n j u s t r i p e a re p e r fe c t f o r m a k i n g yummy soup or pie.

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H ow a b o u t t a k i n g h o t s o u p i n a f lask on an autumn picnic , and maybe hot chocolate too for afters?

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delicious foods whilst feeling a cool breeze on your skin.

I love collecting leaves for leaf prints, conkers for my arrangements at home, and I can always be found dragging ‘interesting’ branches home to decorate my seasonal table. I think o f i t a s a p r e c u r s o r t o C h r i s t m a s to begin my decoration now, simply adding in some fairy lights to a table of branches, leaves and collected items. A candle centrepiece certainly creates the mood of celebration to take us through Harvest, Halloween, B o n f i re N i g h t a n d T h a n ks g i v i n g , i f you are mindful of that holiday – as many people are these days.

This half term why not plan a few adventures and creative exploits, and bring the whole family together.

C h e c k o u t eve n t s i n yo u r w i d e r community too where those who are lonely or isolated would appreciate sharing crafts, meals, stories and of course loads of giggles as we celebrate the turning of the year and the blessings our families truly bring us. From church coffee mornings to c h a r i t y eve n t s, yo u r d o n a t i o n s o f gifts, food or time will go such a long way and show your children the true meaning of family.

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C a rd i a c a r re s t i s a n e l e c t r i c a l malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) and disrupts the flow of blood to the brain, lungs and other organs, and is a leading cause of death.

When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby.

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chances of saving a life in any g i v e n s i t u a t i o n . B e l ow a r e s o m e st at i st i c s a b o u t t h i s condition: • Over 50% of people who suffer from sudden cardiac arrest have no previous cardiac history.

• 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes.

• 12 young people lose their lives every week in the UK from sudden cardiac arrest.

• Each year, 270 of those young people suffer cardiac arrest whilst they are at school.

• Unfortunately,, only about 46% of people who experience an out-ofhospital cardiac arrest get the immediate help that they need before professional help arrives.

• Hands-Only CPR has been shown to be as effective as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public. It can significantly increase a victim’s chance of survival.

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of a familiar song. You may recall a TV advert a few years ago that featured Vinnie Jones carrying out CPR to the B e e G e e s ’ s o n g i n a b i d to e d u c a te viewers.

Automatic A utomatic EExternal xternal Defibrillators ((AEDs) Defibrillators AEDs) Many communities are now having an AED installed in an old telephone box or outside their village hall, pub, shop or school. The sooner a patient w h o i s i n c a rd i a c a r re s t c a n b e shocked, the greater the chance of a return to a normal life. Defibrillators a r e m a d e f o r e ve r y o n e t o u s e w i t h easy to follow instructions. You don’t need to be trained to use one – there will be visual or voice prompts to guide you through each step.

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On Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th October, Sandford Parks Lido is hosting its 3rd annual dog swim. By midOctober it’s the end of the Lido season which means Cheltenham’s glorious outdoor swimming pool will be shutting for swimmers until next spring. However, for the last three years, on the last days of the season, the Lido has opened its doors to our furry, four-legged friends to allow them to enjoy the beautiful grounds and water of the Lido’s facilities.

The day has always been a roaring success, with pet owners lining up around the block to join in the fun. It h a s p ro ve d s o p o p u l a r t h a t y o u n o w g e t a l l o c a t e d a specific time to arrive so the crowds can be contained.

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If you are considering taking your dog to the Lido I would advise a quick checklist of suitability: 1.. Is your dog good in a social environment? There will 1 be a lot of dogs with their owners, so dogs with a n e r vo u s o r t i m i d d i s p o s i t i o n m a y f i n d i t b i t challenging.

2 2.. Is your dog a natural swimmer? It may not be the best time to discover that your dog is a sinker, not a swimmer! Not all dogs are natural dog-paddlers – some breeds are great in water, such as labradors, s p a n i e l s a n d r e t r i e ve r s, b u t o t h e r s m ay s t r u g g l e .

B u l l d o g s , p u g s, d a c h s h u n d s a n d S t a f f o r d s h i r e b u l l terriers are not natural water dogs and, although some do OK , many will find it more challenging.

3 3.. Is your dog young, fit and healthy? If your dog has other health issues or is a bit older and stiffer then think carefully about whether it will cope with the physical exertion of the day. Dogs with heart or respiratory problems or mobility issues may struggle more or find it more difficult getting in and out of the pool. It ’s a day for the more outgoing , waterloving , active dog and if the last two years are anything to go by, there are plenty of those!

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In order to find your sweet spot with regard to diet and exercise, you will need to experiment a little, or m ay b e a l o t ! D u e to t h e i n d i v i d u a l u n i q u e n e ss o f o u r m e t a b o l i s m a n d lifestyle, we each have unique caloric needs. To make matters more complicated, these needs change over our life time as we mature.

When it comes to diet , I’m an advocate of the 85:15 rule – simply, 85% of your food should be healthy, while the other 15% can fall into the ‘not-so-healthy’ food category. I truly believe anyone can follow the 85:15 rule and it provides the wiggle room for those of us with ‘weaknesses’ fo r certain fo o d s !

M o re importantly, this method leaves room for individual experim e n t i n g to o p t i m i s e yo u r d i et a n d m a k es allowances fo r a l l e rg i e s a n d i n to l erances.

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new fourth generation 2018 version called the B9. It drives like an Audi – smooth, responsive – a reliable sword for the daily commute, yet perfect for a fun weekend drive. Powered by a V6 engine, with bi-turbo exhaust turbocharger, it puts out 450ps and 600nm of torque. 0 - 62mph arrives in 4.1 seconds. The twin oval exhausts, to cope with this output , are huge, yet beautifully understated.

The third generation (B8) Audi RS4 (which the 2018 version replaces) was powered by a 4.2 litre naturallyaspirated V8 engine, so some people may be sad that this B9 version is a V6 bi-turbo. However, we have to remind ourselves that the original B5 RS4 was a 2.7-litre V6 bi-turbo, so Audi have just returned the model to its grass roots.

Having said that, this new RS4 has an eight speed tiptronic box, whereas the original had a six speed manual.

When I was a child, an estate car was always the family transport and a nostalgia factor is definitely there. For the family on a budget , a 32.1 mpg fuel bill will also not break the bank .

Oh and by the way, if you wondered, “Avant” is Audi’s name for an estate car. The RS4 is pretty light and nimble for its size at 1715kg without a driver.

S e r v i c i n g i n s p e c t i o n s a r r i ve a t 19,000 miles or two years, and there’s a three year or 60,000 mile vehicle warranty, three years on paint and twelve years rust perforation guarantee – the latter is generous as often it’s only ten years.

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FORTNIGHTLY FORTNIGHTLY ON ON FRIDAYS FRIDAYS CHARLTON KINGS FILM SOCIETY 12th October – ‘Capote’ (15); 26th October – ‘Queen of Katwe’ (PG); 9th November – ‘King and Country’ (PG); 23rd November – ‘A Fantastic Woman’ (15) in Spanish. Fridays doors open 7pm. Sacred Hearts Church Hall, Moorend Road, Charlton Kings, GL53 9AU. £5. ckfilmsociety.org 2288 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER – 6 OCTOBER OCTOBER DRACULA The iconic Vampire thriller that started them all. This brand-new multi-sensory stage adaptation is brought to irresistible life in a contemporary and boundary pushing interpretation that includes all the definitive characters and spine-chilling fear as well as breathtaking illusions. Emotionally fulfilling and spellbindingly addictive. Full details at www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

2299 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER – 7 OCTOBER OCTOBER EXHIBITION OF ART AND POTTERY AT WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM The Eeles family of potters return to show their wide range of handmade ceramics, making them highly sought after. They are joined by two local artists, Gill Ashley and Jenny Riley, who paint in a variety of media and subject matter. Something for everyone!

10am-4pm. Contact Gill on 01666 840993.

TETBURY MUSIC FESTIVAL Tetbury Music Festival welcomes the finest musicians from the UK and further afield to the beautiful setting of St Mary’s Church in Tetbury. For full details including line ups, times and prices, please visit www.tetburymusicfestival.org

2 OCTOBER OCTOBER CHELTENHAM SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY New season starts on 2nd October with Members’ Choice. Drinks, nibbles and a chance to read your favourite speech or anything Shakespeare-related. New members welcome. To follow: readings of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and ‘Twelfth Night’.

Fortnightly on Tuesdays at 7.30pm at Parmoor House, Lypiatt Terrace, Cheltenham GL50 2SX. Contact Stephen or Cynthia on 01242 529300.

STEELEYE SPAN With their fiftieth anniversary approaching and a work rate to put many younger artists to shame, Steeleye Span (featuring their new seven-piece line up) return to the road for an extensive UK autumn tour.

The show will see them perform new gems alongside classics that have made them one of the most successful British Folk Rock bands ever. 8pm. From £23.

Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 3 OCTOBER OCTOBER JONATHAN TAYLOR TRIO Jonathan Taylor is a stunning pianist. He has performed, educated and composed for over 20 years at the highest level. This hugely exciting trio (Jonathan – piano, Paul Jefferies – bass and Charlie Stratford – drums), will perform two sets of music from the pen of George Gershwin, so expect melodies like ‘Summertime’, ‘It Ain’t Necessarily So’ and many more!

7.15pm. £15 (£12 in advance). Redesdale Hall, High Street, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0AW. www.moretonjazz.co.uk

4 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE NUTCRACKER

Set to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score, the traditional tale tells the story of Clara and her enchanted nutcracker doll. Their adventures see Clara and the Nutcracker combat the Mouse King, and join the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier on a wonderful journey through the glistening Land of Snow to a kingdom made entirely of sweets. 7pm. £19.50 (£18.50, children £14.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk ROBERT NEWM MAN’SS TOTAL ECLIPSE OF DESCARTES In a world gone crazy, can philosophy help? This sparklingly brilliant new show tries to give you the answer. Rob Newman attempts to piece together a philosophy for our troubled times by sifting through 3,000 years of thought: from Pythagoras to Artificial Intelligence by way of Pavlov’s dogs, Jane Goodall’s chimpanzees and Frankie Howerd’s trousers. 7.30pm. £17. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham GL52 3JE. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk

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4 OCTOBER OCTOBER PAM AYRES On National Poetry Day, Pam Ayres returns to The Roses to perform a charity show in aid of the Sebakwe Black Rhino Trust. The Trust raises money to help conserve the remaining Black Rhinos in Zimbabwe.

7.30pm. £27. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 6 OCTOBER OCTOBER HUCCLECOTE COMMUNITY CENTRE Come along for a fantastic night of Mars Live, our Bruno Mars Tribute Act. 8pm until late. Music also from Ray Charles and Michael Jackson! Get your tickets online – www.hucclecote.org.uk – or call Hucclecote Community Association on 01452 616289.

Please quote “The Local Answer” when booking. £6 members/£8.50 non-members.

CHARITY GIFT & CRAFT FAIR The very first Charity Gift & Craft Fair will take place at Fairford Community Centre (next to St Mary’ss Church) on Saturday 6th October 10 -4.30pm. A fabulous selection of stalls will be offering unique gifts and handmade items to suit all ages and purses, free face painting, squash and biscuits for kids, raffle and 7A Pop Up serving delicious treats including their world famous brownies! All proceeds going to two local girls with bone cancer and leukemia. For further info please contact: 07931 092349.

GO NOW! THE MUSIC OF THE MOODY BLUES Drummer Gordy Marshall (The Moody Blues) and Mick Wilson (lead singer of 10cc) present the ultimate tribute to the greatest classic rock band of a generation.

7.30pm. £18-£25. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org OAS-IS Five Oasis fanatics who live and breath Manchester’s finest band and are now dedicated to giving you the best look and sound that you should expect from an Oasis tribute band. Experienced musicians who take great pride in reproducing the

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classic Oasis sound with frightening accuracy and all the attitude you would expect from the real thing. 7.30pm. £12.

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk 6-31 6-31 OCTOBER OCTOBER FRIGHTMARE Visit Over Farm this Halloween for a night of horror at Frightmare! With five terrifying live scare attractions, lots of spooky entertainment, a licensed bar and an expanded food court. For full details including dates, times and tickets please visit www.frightmare.co.uk. Over Farm Market, Over, Gloucester, GL2 8DB. 7 OCTOBER OCTOBER FOREST SHOWCCA ASE FOOD FESTIVAL We showcase creative producers from The Forest of Dean and surrounding areas alongside invited traders who have something that ‘little bit different’ to bring to the Festival. Adults £5, children £2. For full details please visit forestshowcase.org The Speech House Hotel, GL16 7EL .

LONGFIELD BUBBLE RUSH 2018 A fun run with a difference – as you run, jog, walk or toddle around the 5k course, you will be covered in lots and lots of bubbles! There will be high powered foam canons blowing out frothy bubbles with a team of Bubble Commandos manning each cannon to make sure you get covered in plenty of coloured, frothy foam.

11am. For full details please visit www.longfield.org.uk. Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester, GL7 6JS. STACEY KENT: I KNOW I DREAM With the release of her most ambitious project yet, her first orchestral album, and another worldwide tour, Stacey returns to The Roses after some years with her 5piece band. 7.30pm. £18-£25. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 8 OCTOBER OCTOBER CIRENCESTER MOP FAIR One of the oldest fairs in the county is making its way to Cirencester as the town welcomes Nichols Amusements of the Showmen’s Guild of Great Britain for the

return of the annual Mop fair offering fairground rides and stalls. 12-10pm. Full details at www.cotswolds.com/whats-on Market Place, Cirencester, GL7 2NW OCTOBER 9 OCTOBER BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY PRESENTATION Come and spend 45 minutes finding out about a fantastic business opportunity that will benefit you and your family. By just putting in some part time hours, you can build yourself a much better future. Join us at the Cheltenham Regency Hotel, Gloucester Road, GL51 0ST at 7.50pm. Call Jason or Shelley on 07812 996653 to confirm attendance, or to find out more. www.ownyourlife.org.uk 99-13 -13 OCTOBER OCTOBER AN INSPECTOR CALLS When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences. For times and prices visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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Keeping the art of printmaking alive! A showcase of the different techniques used to create Fine Art Prints. From etching to lithography and more. All prints are handmade. Coffee shop available.

Wednesday to Saturday, 10am–4pm. www.thechapelarts.com

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12 OCTOBER FAIRPORT CONVENTION Fairport Convention has been making great music for over fifty years. Credited with originating British folk-rock music, they retain a passion for live performance.

Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you. 7.30pm. £25. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk ARCHAELOGICAL DIG AT SUDELEY CASTLE In the 19th century, masonry and other items were recovered from a mysterious hump in one of the surrounding fields and now, a recent geophysical survey has revealed the ghostly layout of a nearly perfect, undisturbed Tudor garden. Come and watch the dig take place and learn more about the archaeology of our gardens and castle grounds. Included with admission. Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. sudeleycastle.co.uk 13 OCTOBER GARDEN DESIGN WORKSHOP Come and have fun designing a new scene for your garden. We do this by giving the space a new lease of life with a planting theme that will last for years of seasonal interest to come. Just bring your measurements, ideas and pictures with

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No horticultural knowledge needed. 10am4pm. £130. Tetbury Goods Shed, Gumstool Hill, GL8 8DG. 01666 505496. shed-arts.co.uk BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, this performance follows a successful jazz singer and civil rights activist seeking redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement.

7.30pm. £14.50-£20. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 13-14 OCTOBER SANDFORD PARKS LIDO DOG SWIM 2018 Take your canine buddy for a doggy paddle in the Lido. A fun day for all of the family and of course your furry friend!

Please ensure you are ready and prepared to enter the water if your dog is unable to swim without aid. 10am-6pm. £10 entry for one dog and two accompanying humans. Sandford Parks Lido, Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7PU. www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk 13-17 OCTOBER THE LADY IN THE VAN St. John’s Players presents Alan Bennett’s

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well-known film/play ‘The Lady in the Van’. 13th-17th November at 7.30pm. Box Office: 01452 713952 (opens 8th October). £8/£7 concessions. St. John’s Hall, St. John’s Avenue, Churchdown, GL3 2DB. Car park and bar available.

14 OCTOBER DANNY BRYANT Danny Bryant takes his highly anticipated new album, ‘Revelation’, on the road.

Riding high on the European blues scene for over a decade, Danny is acknowledged by those in the business as one of the cream of the crop. Hot on the heels of his successful 2017 live album, ‘BIG’, ‘Revelation’ is a musical whirlwind.

7.30pm. £17. Tithe Barn, Cheltenham Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, GL52 8LU. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 16-20 OCTOBER OTHELLO Venice; a western colonial power employs the newly-married Othello, a Muslim general, to lead their army against the impending Turkish invasion. The strain of fitting into a society riven by discrimination and fear soon take their toll. Manipulated

by Iago, Othello’s life quickly unravels as he turns on everything he holds dear. Full details at www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

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CCommunity ommunity ssafety afety and w ell-being and well-being We all know that people can feel isolated at every stage in life: from school-children of all ages, to new mothers, to people who live alone, and the elderly. In fact , loneliness affects all of us at some time or other, and its impact on people’s lives and health can be very damaging.

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Above all though, it is an opportunity for us to hear from residents, and there will be plenty of time where people can put their heads together in smaller groups and talk about these issues!

The Parish Council will be inviting representatives from various community groups, churches, the local police and Neighbourhood Watch. Together we can aim to find out what we can do both to reduce people’s feelings of loneliness and vulnerability, but also to build on all the positive aspects of living in our parish, and increase people’s sense of well-being and community.

So please come along! The meeting is at the Stanton H a l l , 2 6 C h u r c h S t r e e t , C h a r l to n K i n g s G L 5 3 8 A R o n Monday 22nd October at 7.30pm.

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The unique musicianship of this 8 piece live band will transport you to another world.

Tickets cost just £20 (£17.50) and can be booked online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk or call the box office on 01242 258002.

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19 19 OCTOBER OCTOBER NEIL OLIVER: THE STORY OF THE BRITISH ISLES IN 100 PLACES Neil was born to love Great Britain. From north to south, east to west it cradles astonishing beauty and he’s seen it all from land, sea and sky. Hear in his amusing and entertaining way what it all means to him, and why we need to cherish and celebrate our wonderful countries. 7.30pm. £24.50. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1QA . www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk 2200 O OCTOBER CTOBER LECKHAMPTON COURT STARLIGHT HIKE: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER 2018 Walk with us and help us to raise funds for expert hospice care for local families in Gloucestershire. You’ll follow a marshalled route around Cheltenham, which will lead you around the tranquil hospice grounds, softly lit with festoon lights and candles, where you will have the opportunity to remember loved ones. Registration and entertainment from 7pm. Walk starts 9pm.

For full details visit www.sueryder.org and look at the Leckhampton Court Hospice page.

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and diesel train rides. Free entry and parking at Cheltenham Racecourse and Toddington stations. 10am-4pm each day.

For full details visit www.gwsr.com 20-28 20 -28 OCTOBER OCTOBER SPOOKYARD DAYTIME FAMILY FUN EVENT Over Farm’s spectacular Spookyard Halloween event is jam-packed with activities that the whole family will enjoy.

Get ready to jump aboard our tractor trailer, pick your free pumpkin from our pumpkin patch, carve a spooky pumpkin design, win a treat when you’ve found all our scarecrows and much more! For full details please visit www.overfarm.co.uk Over Farm Market, Gloucester, GL2 8DB. 221-24 1-24 OCTOBER OCTOBER SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN HALF TERM FUN Creep down into the cellars and meet a coven of witches, and a few wizards too.

Snap a magical selfie with our Wizard and his spectacular owls in the Great Hall. Enjoy spooky stories from Cassandra, the friendly witch. And what is Halloween without pumpkins? Get creative carving scary faces into Jack o’ Lanterns (for a small fee to cover costs). Full details of Halloween half term activities at www.berkeleycastle.com Berkeley Castle, GL13 9BQ 24 24 OCTOBER OCTOBER HALLOWEEN CHILDREN’S WEDNESDAY Do you dare delve into what lies beneath

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Sudeley Castle? What will you discover? A team of archaeologists need your help to unravel the gruesome secrets of their bone boxes, and concoct a Medieval cure.

Plus get devilishly crafty with arts and crafts activities inspired by skeletons and bones. 10am. Included with admission. For full details please visit sudeleycastle.co.uk FUNNY GIRL – THE MUSICAL

The critically-acclaimed musical Funny Girl, featuring Sheridan Smith, is semibiographical, based on the life and career of Broadway star, film actress and comedienne Fanny Brice – a role made famous by Barbara Streisand on Broadway and in the 1968 film adaptation – and her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein. 7pm. £16.50 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk

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26 26 OCTOBER OCTOBER ROCK ‘N’ ROLL DREAMS CAME TRUE – MEAT LOAF THE SHOW

Starring the internationally acclaimed Peter Young and supported by his exceptionally talented backing band, this is the only show you need to see to experience an evening as close to seeing Meat Loaf himself. 7.30pm. £20 (£17.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 27 OCTOBER OCTOBER 27 HALLOWEEN FANCY DRESS PARTY Our 50th annual Halloween Party, 100ft underground in an impressive partly candlelit cavern. DJ and live band; a unique atmosphere with 300 guests. Entry by prebooked ticket only. Fancy Dress (sensible footwear) compulsory. Pay bar. Tickets £38 (includes refreshments). Full details at

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www.clearwellcaves.com. Clearwell Caves, The Rocks, near Coleford, GL16 8JR. 3311 OCTOBER OCTOBER THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW On a wild late-November evening, Brad Majors and Janet Weiss find themselves stranded on their way to visit an ex-tutor.

Instead, the couple inadvertently unearth the cross-dressing Dr Frank-N-Furter’s spooky lair, just in time to partake in the mad scientist’s proud unveiling of his latest, most daring creation – the ultimate male and the perfect sex symbol: the flaxen-haired, Rocky Horror. 7.45pm. £8 (£7). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk 3 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER CHELTENHAM GENERAL HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDS AUTUMN FAIR St. Paul’s & James Church Hall, Up Hatherley, Poole Lane. All proceeds in aid of patient care and purchase of specialist equipment. Stalls include homemade cakes and jams, bottle stall, Christmas handicrafts, gift stall, refreshments and much more! Free admission.

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A manda Reynolds Reynolds rreleases eleases n ew b ook Amanda new book C h e l te n h a m - b a s e d a u t h o r A m a n d a Reynolds says the reaction to her latest release has left her ‘absolutely delighted’.

The best-selling author of ‘Close to Me’ returned with another stunning psychological drama in the shape of her latest release ‘Lying to You’ which was released this summer. “I’ve been overwhelmed by the reaction, it’s such a great feeling when you get m e ss a g e s f ro m p e o p l e t h a t h av e enjoyed your writing,” Amanda said. “ S o c i a l m e d i a i s ve r y g o o d fo r interacting with fellow authors and bookworms, it ’s quite a humbling experience when someone takes time out of their day to message me saying how much they have enjoyed reading one of my books,” she added.

Much like her debut novel, ‘Lying to You’ is a psychological thriller, a genre that Amanda says she enjoys reading and writing. She continued: “Some of my favourite books fall into that category, the likes of ‘Gone Girl’ and

The front cover of Amanda’s latest release

‘Apple Tree Yard’. The next book I’m wo r k i n g o n i s a n o t h e r p sy c h o l o g i c a l thriller, I suppose it ’s a genre I feel most comfortable writing.

“Writing is not an easy process and I don’t think it should be, that’s what makes it so rewarding. Getting a literary agent was a big deal for me, it gave me confidence that my writing was good enough and I could go on to

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write professionally. I feel extremely fortunate to be doing something that brings me so much pleasure, I’m really excited for what the future holds.”

Amanda has had a significant impact on the literary scene in Gloucestershire after establishing Cotswold Creative Writing in 2011. She added: “I was teaching two weekly writing classes a week , it was a great thrill to be working alongside so many wonderful writers. Our writers won many prestigious competitions for their short stories.”

Amanda will be appearing at the Cheltenham Literature Festival on Tuesday 9th October where she will be reading an extract from her new book and discussing her career as an author.

Amanda added: “It’s a fantastic event, to be asked to appear there is very humbling, especially as it ’s in my hometown! The festival is very s u p p o r t i ve o f l o c a l a u t h o r s w h i c h i s wonderful.”

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Working his way into Margot ’s email and Facebook accounts, David learns all sorts of bewildering and disturbing things about his daughter.

The film is shot all the way through its 120 minutes from the point of view of Smartphones and computer screens.

A t f i r s t , I t h o u g h t t h i s wo u l d b e irritating in the extreme but, seeing as a lot of us spend far too much time staring into our mobile phones, you quickly become used to it.

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John Banville is best known for his book ‘The Sea’ which won the Man Booker Prize in 2005. His l a te s t b o o k i n p a p e r b a c k , ‘ M r s O s m o n d ’ , i s a s e q u e l to ‘ T h e Portrait of a Lady’ by Henry James p u b l i s h e d i n 1 8 8 1 a n d a ve r y different read altogether.

It is written in the style of James w i t h l a rg e d e s c r i p t i ve p a s s a g e s , b u t i t d o e s m ove a l o n g s l i g h t l y quicker than ‘The Portrait of a Lady’! It is not necessary to have read the former, as Banville provides the back story of Isabel Archer’s disastrous marriage to Gilbert Osmond and the discovery that her step daughter, Pansy, is in fact the daughter of her so called friend, Serena Merle, and not the first Mrs Osmond.

John Banville brings in new characters such as Miss Janeway, who is part of the suffragette movement and who leads a very frugal existence compared to the heiress, Mrs Osmond.

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Since picking up a saxophone while at primary school, Kim has climbed to the top of the musical ladder, earning rave reviews for her skill and warm stage presence.

K i m p e r fo r m s a n e c l e c t i c m i x o f music spanning many genres, with a quirky, jazzy twist together with her own original material. Her performances have been praised by music critics and she’s built up a strong fanbase, both here in Gloucestershire and much further afield.

Kim’s debut album ‘Make Believe’ was released in 2016. Music from the album has been featured on BBC Radio 2, plus national and regional radio stations across the UK and the USA .

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A l b u m n u m b e r t wo i s d u e fo r release in the next few months and features some of the finest jazz musicians in the UK and overseas.

T h e s e i n c l u d e U S te n o r s a xo p h o n i s t Pee Wee Ellis (of James Brown and Van Morrison fame), David Newton on piano (13 times winner of best pianist in the British Jazz Awards), Clive Morton on double bass (ex-tutor to Jamie Cullum and long-time sideman with Frank Sinatra and Stephane

Grappelli) and New York guitarist B.D. Lenz .

Kim said: “It ’s very humbling.

To work with people who have been in the industry for decades gives you a real confidence boost. I’ve learned so much from them. It’s a dream come true to be performing alongside people you’ve admired your whole life.

“When I was learning music at s c h o o l I s t a r te d o f f o n t h e clarinet, but I wanted something a bit more funky, a bit different to the norm. That’s when I took up learning t h e s a xo p h o n e . T h e m i n u t e I t r i e d i t I just knew it was the instrument for me, I’ve hardly played my clarinet since!

“All I wanted to do was play my saxophone. I was playing whenever I could, I’d be out performing and busking on the streets of Cheltenham because it was all I wanted to do with my spare time.”

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Oriel O riel Singers Singers e excited xcited ffor or n new ew tterm erm T h e O r i e l S i n g e r s a re l o o k i n g forward to a new term of performances, which gets underway in late October.

The award-winning Cheltenhambased choir will be performing at U p to n - u p o n -S e v e r n o n S a t u rd a y 20th October, the first of many concert performances in late 2018 and early 2019. Kirsty Winnan has been a part of the vocal group for 15 years and says her enthusiasm for the new term remains the same as when she first joined the choir.

“There’s always so much excitement ahead of our first performance of a new term,” she said. “We began rehearsing in early September and we’ll be building towards our upcoming performances in the weeks ahead,” Kirsty added.

T h e re c a n b e fe w c h o i r s i n Gloucestershire as successful as the Oriel Singers, who won the prestigious

The choir at Tewkesbury Abbey

BBC Radio 3 Choir of the Year in 2005.

Kirsty had just joined the choir prior to their triumphant performance at The Lo w r y i n S a l fo rd , w h i c h s h e remembers with great clarity.

She continued: “It was a fantastic evening, everyone who was there still talks about it all these years later! It was a real surprise because we hadn’t entered too many competitions prior

to that. We worked incredibly hard in the months and weeks leading up to the event , we had to learn two new programmes off by heart which was a real challenge, especially with the TV cameras on us.

“We were up against some s u p r e m e l y t a l e n te d c h o i r s w h i c h m a d e w i n n i n g e ve n m o re s p e c i a l .

The bus journey back from Salford was fantastic, we had quite a party.

Winning that award opened so many doors for us, we were asked to perform a specially commissioned piece in a concert at Tewkesbury Abbey, which featured The Orlando Consort and was one of the most special performances I can remember.”

T h e c h o i r m e e t e ve r y we e k f o r rehearsals, a chance for the members to work on their repertoire ahead of a busy schedule.

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‘Interesting , very interesting’ are three words that can be used to describe Les Thomas, the secretary of Gloucestershire Netball and a former chairman for some 14 years.

Why? Because there can’t be too many netball officials around the country – or even across the globe fo r t h a t m a t te r – w h o a l s o r i d e a 900cc motorbike.

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“It gave me my independence. I’ve always liked being on two wheels.”

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She started playing netball at junior school but admits if she’d been born half a century or so later she’d probably never have got involved in the sport.

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Work brought her to Cheltenham – she was a research scientist for many years at The Coal Research Establishment in Stoke Orchard, retiring only recently.

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And the one-time Balcarras School pupil is confident of being ready for the big race on 28th April 2019.

So, what has brought about Christine’s huge lifestyle change?

“I joined British Military Fitness,” she explained.

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O n e o f t h o s e ve n u e s i s a t P i t t v i l l e Park in Cheltenham – there are classes every day – and Christine goes along three or four times a week .

“I joined the club two years ago,” she said. “It’s very relaxed, although the fitness instructors push you hard.

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And such has been Christine’s p r o g re ss t h a t s h e i s t a r g e t i n g a s u b five-hour run in the capital in seven months’ time.

“I wouldn’t call myself a runner,” said Christine, “I just run. When I think of runners, I think of people who are a lot better than me.”

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marathon – she is giving herself every chance of making a very good impression. “ B r i t i s h M i l i t a r y F i t n e ss s t a r te d running a Run Club on Tuesdays,” she explained. “I thought I’d give it a go because in general fitness sessions running was something I wasn’t very good at and I wanted to improve.”

That was 18 months ago and she certainly is improving because she has now run a good number of halfmarathons.

Instructors Instructors a are re k keen een tto o build build speed speed a and nd ttechnique echnique “When we train, we sometimes run 10K , sometimes 5K , sometimes less,” Christine added. “The instructors are keen on building up speed and technique, it’s not all about distance.”

They obviously know what they are doing and Christine’s confidence in taking on the London Marathon reflects that of course.

What makes this race extra special for Christine is that she will be raising money for the National Trust for whom she works.

“This year for the first time ever, the National Trust have bought a place in the London Marathon, just one, and have chosen me to run it for them,” said Christine, who lives in

Cheltenham and is doing a Masters degree at Bath Spa University.

“I will be the first woman ever to run the London Marathon for the National Trust and I am so, so grateful for the opportunity.”

Her initial target is to raise £2,000, and when she spoke to The Local Answer she was already close to £ 4 0 0 w i t h m a n y m o re f u n d raising plans in the pipeline.

And Christine certainly won’t lack for motivation because it’s clear she loves everything about the National Trust.

She’d just been offered – and accepted – a job working as a business support coordinator to the National Trust fundraising team in Swindon, and says her dream job is to work as a fundraiser for the Trust. “ R a i s i n g m o n e y t h ro u g h r u n n i n g events is brand new for them. They advertised the London Marathon place to staff and volunteers at the Trust .

Sixty people applied and they chose me,” she said.

So what was her reaction when she learned that she was the chosen one?

“Oh my god, what have I done,” she laughed.

And two of the people closest to her – mum Karen and boyfriend Tom Jacobsen – both said she was “crazy”, added Christine, still laughing.

They will of course be with her in London on the big day cheering her on along with many of her friends but Tom, who lives in Bishop’s Cleeve, has stopped short of going out on training runs with Christine, even though he is a tennis coach.

“He just waves me off at the door and shouts, ‘Go Crissy, go’,” she laughed.

When the big day does arrive, Christine will at least have some idea of what to expect.

“I’d watched it briefly on the TV but this year I volunteered as a charity supporter for the Dogs Trust at the London Marathon,” she said.

“Even as a spectator the atmosphere was amazing.“ To support Christine, visit uk .virginmoneygiving.com/CrissySpice

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