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CCurb urb your your cravings cravings after fulfilling a food craving has even been compared to drug addiction, as the neural pathway is similar in both behaviours.

Cravings have also been linked to nutritional deficiencies, though most of the time this isn’t the case. You may have been told that if you’re craving a big , juicy steak you lack iron in your diet , or that if you’re craving chocolate you are deficient i n m a g n e s i u m . W h i l e t h i s m ay b e the case, it’s unlikely.

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Regular exercise can also help to balance It’s late at night, you’ve resisted the urge to snack through five episodes of ’Stranger Things’, but now the fridge is calling you! Do you ignore it, or do you give in?

Cravings aren’t just something that women experience throughout pregnancy. We all find ourselves yearning for a certain food or drink from time to time – whether that’s something healthy or not . But why is this, and what can we do to resist or stop these cravings?

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your hormones and reduce the risk of wanting something ‘naughty ’.

Moving your body – and better still being out in the fresh air – increases production of dopamine in the brain, meaning you don’t have to source it elsewhere via food.

The harsh reality is that constantly giving in to your cravings isn’t doing you any favours – if you keep eating your favourite treat, the threshold of the reward is raised each time, meaning it will take more and more of the treat to gain satisfaction.

Going ‘cold turkey’ may be your best option if you’re an ‘all or nothing’ kind of person.

If you’re struggling to cut out your food or drink weakness completely b u t fe e l yo u c a n k e e p s o m e semblance of self control, simply have a small amount of it instead.

A l l ow i n g yo u r s e l f a s q u a r e o f chocolate when you feel you need it is better than fighting the urge, only to give in and inhale the whole bar in one sitting!

Ultimately, knowing that you’re not t h e o n l y o n e w h o s u f f e r s f ro m cravings should be of some comfort.

J u s t a s we a l l h av e g o o d d ay s a n d bad days, sometimes you will give in to your cravings, and sometimes y o u w i l l b e v i c to r i o u s i n f i g h t i n g temptation.

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I hadn’t visited for years, so welcomed the opportunity to go b a c k . W i t h a g ro u p o f f r i e n d s , w e stayed at Browside and Underwood self-catering cottages (standard B&B too). Located within sight of Coniston Water, it ’s an excellent base for exploring the Southern Lakes.

Whether you follow Wainright ’s footsteps across the fells, explore the valleys, or chill-out lakeside, you’ll be perfectly placed. And come Amazons Tearoom & Restaurant , sundown, Browside’s hot tub is B&B and holiday cottages at Bank Ground Farm one lunchtime. It’s the sublime. farm that inspired Holly Howe, in IIn nB Bluebird’s luebird’s w wake ake ‘Swallows and Amazons’. Enjoying a Mention Coniston and Donald delicious lunch overlooking the lake, Campbell’s record-breaking attempts with house martins swooping in ‘Bluebird’ probably come to mind. overhead, we marked it for a repeat Maybe also The Old Man of Coniston, visit . Then we continued to nearby or Arthur Ransome’s ‘Swallows and Brantwood House, where the John Amazons’ books from the 1930s, Ruskin memorabilia and gardens several of which are set on a fictional completed a happy afternoon. amalgam of Coniston Water and SSunset unset o over ver W Windermere indermere Windermere.

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down to Waterhead. There, as s h a d ow s l e n g t h e n e d a c r o s s t h e Wateredge Inn’s lawn, we enjoyed t h e s u n s e t ov e r W i n d e r m e re . T h e food looked great too, but we were cooking that night, so we stuck with d r i n ks a n d l e f t d i n i n g f o r a n o t h e r time…

Exploring the shores of Coniston Water and Windermere is wonderful, but for a different perspective, book a Windermere cruise from Bowness Pier. And if you fancy venturing further, the fascinating Lakes Distillery near Keswick (booking required) is excellent. Or head south to the lingering Edwardian character of Grange-over-Sands on Morecambe Bay, and try The Hazelmere for a relaxed lunch.

Unbeatable ffor Unbeatable or a an n accessible a ccessible e escape scape The likes of Japan, Patagonia and Canada are unquestionably amazing, but you really can’t beat the Lake District for accessible escape. The contrast and relaxation really is as good as flying around the globe. Just remember to pack ‘Swallows and Amazons’, and Hugh Brogan’s excellent biography of Arthur Ransome, with those Wainright guides.

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B Beware eware ooff CCOPD OPD – CChronic hronic ulmonary D O Obstructive bstructive PPulmonary Disease isease C h r o n i c o b s t r u c t i ve p u l m o n a r y disease, or COPD, is a group of lung conditions including bronchitis and e m p h y s e m a . O f te n re fe r r e d t o a s smoker’s disease, COPD is caused by inhaling harmful substances such as cigarette smoke or fumes, pollution and dust. Breathing these substances over a long period of time can cause permanent damage to your lungs. If y o u a r e o ve r 3 5 a n d h a ve b e e n a smoker, you are at most risk of getting COPD. The two main lung conditions are B ro n c h i t i s a n d E m p h y s e m a , w h i c h can occur together.

• Bronchitis means the airways are inflamed and narrowed. People with this condition often produce sputum, or phlegm.

• Emphysema affects the air sacs at the end of the airways in your lungs.

They break down and the lungs become baggy and full of holes which trap air.

Symptoms of both of these conditions can include: • Shortness of breath while completing everyday tasks • Wheezing in cold weather • A persistent cough • Producing more phlegm than usual These symptoms may appear all the time, or get worse when you have an infection or breathe in smoke or fumes. If you have severe COPD, you can lose your appetite, lose weight and find that your ankles swell.

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M a n a g i n g y o u r s y m p to m s c a n involve: • Stopping smoking • Keeping active • A healthy diet • Making a plan with healthcare professionals • Medications such as steroid inhalers or bronchodilator • Oxygen • Lung transplants – these are high A sspirometry pirometry ttest, est, b blood lood risk and only available to a small ttests ests a and nd B BMI MI a are re a all ll u used sed number of people who meet the criteria tto oh help elp m make ake a d diagnosis iagnosis Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a To help diagnose COPD, doctors use a spirometry test , which involves programme of exercise and The Local Answer

education designed for people living with COPD. It combines physical exercise sessions with advice and discussions about your lung health.

The impact of PR is often bigger than t h e i m p a c t of t a k i n g i n h a l e d medications. By combining the two approaches, you’re likely to get the most benefit .

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Unfortunately, having worked with many people with COPD, in some cases it continues to get worse despite treatment , eventually having a significant impact on their quality of life and leading to life threatening problems.

Make healthy life choices early on to help avoid COPD and enjoy every breath you take.

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This is something I think all parents, and indeed most kids, struggle with in one form or another. From parental g u i l t a t n ev e r d o i n g e n o u g h , b e i n g enough or giving enough, right t h ro u g h to c h i l d re n being ov e r w h e l m e d a t m a n a g i n g t h e complex world we live in, social anxiety, endless projects, homework , hobbies and family ‘situations’, all w h i l s t g r ow i n g a n d c h a n g i n g s o quickly they hardly know themselves from one day to the next.

S o w h a t o n e t h i n g c a n I o f fe r y o u today to help you ease whichever form you may be experiencing?

My answer is ‘completion’. The art of finishing, of finalising, of creating a firm ending to something, no matter what, is one sure-fire way to limit, if not negate, this feeling completely.

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Anything which happens on repeat a n d y o u f e e l p o w e r l e s s to c h a n g e builds up this sense of helplessness.

Set achievable targets and share them. For example: ✓ If I do the dishes after breakfast, I have completed.

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✓ If I load the washing machine to r u n w h i l e I a m a t wo r k , I h a ve completed.

Bring the family into it too. By introducing my old favourite, The Family Meeting, you can get everyone on the same page. For example: ✓ I will wash and dry, then sort into piles. You can then put away your own laundry. ✓ I will shop for groceries, we can share cooking, washing up and clearing the kitchen, and the kids can tidy the lounge before bed.

Whatever works for your family, be creative and make it fun! If everyone feels the same sense of achievement for completing agreed tasks, you will see increased harmony within the home, and an increased sense of wellbeing overall.

Creating little routines and encouraging everyone to notice what is going on around them can involve e ve r y o n e i n a c h i e v i n g t h e s t a t e o f ‘completion’. The next step is to celebrate and reward all successful

completions. Plan a day where mealtimes, snack times, coffee breaks, playtime, etc. are all rewards and celebrations of the completion already achieved.

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Now turn your attention to yourself.

How can you feel complete, that your day is done and it is time to chill out?

R e l a x i n g i n a h o t b a t h p e r h a p s, o r maybe some meditation? Watching your favourite series on Netflix?

Whatever ‘completion’ looks like to you, sit back and enjoy it, you earned it!

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Rhys Oakley heads up the coaching set-up while second row Ryan Stephens will lead the side in South West One West after their Western Counties North t i t l e -w i n n i n g campaign last time out.

It ’s a level that Coney Hill have played at before and committee man Simon Baldwin is confident they have what it takes to make a success of it this time around.

Mind you, it’ss not going to be easy.

“Lydney have come down and St Ives have come up,” said Baldwin.

“Launceston are in the division too so that’s two Cornish trips straight away!

“There are no easy games in this league and I would be very happy if we could finish in mid-table or the top half. We’ve just got to find our feet.

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There are few better people qualified to talk about Old Centralians Rugby Club than Malcolm Price.

The current vice-chairman first pulled on the club’s shirt 50 years ago a n d h e h a s b e e n c l o s e l y a s s o c i a te d with them ever since.

The players returned to pre-season in early July in good heart after last season’s North Gloucestershire Combination Senior Cup final success at Kingsholm.

Their win over Coney Hill made it three in a row and they will certainly be looking to make it a fab four come the end of 2018/19.

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Gloucester… they’ll always receive a warm welcome at The Metz Way! “What we’ve got to do is make sure we win our home games and try to win a few away.”

The flagship team certainly managed that last season and as well as wrapping up the league they also reached the last four of the RFU Intermediate Cup and the final of the North Gloucestershire Combination Senior Cup. hockey player Lucie Archer spoke to The Local Answer earlier this year the n a m e R oy S m i t h c a m e u p i n conversation. “ A b s o l u t e l e g e n d ” s a i d A rc h e r without a moment’s hesitation.

The 25-times capped Welsh star was referring to t h e a m o u n t of wo r k S m i t h h a s d o n e t o d e ve l o p hockey in Gloucestershire since he moved to the area in 1980.

Roy Smith Smith has played and coached hockey all over the county – he still coaches today – and is a l s o a p a s t p re s i d e n t o f t h e Gloucestershire Hockey Association.

He is currently vice-president of the GHA and the evidence of the hard graft he has put in over the years is plain to see.

“If we can show the same attitude as last season we should do okay,” added Baldwin.

“We need to have the attitude of let’s go out and give it our all. When we come off the pitch we should have nothing more to give.”

B a l d w i n i s d e l i g h te d t h a t R h y s Oakley has taken on the head coach role.

Oakley, a back row, has enjoyed a stellar career which includes three caps for Wales. He numbers Bristol, Newport Gwent Dragons, Yorkshire Carnegie, CS Bourgoin, Northampton and Birmingham Moseley among his former clubs before joining Hartpury for the start of the last campaign.

And Baldwin is grateful for the support his club receive from Hartpury. “We have to thank John Barnes and Mark Cornwell,” he said.

“Without the continued support of those two guys we wouldn’t be able to achieve what we have achieved.”

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H i s a c h i ev e m e n t s a re m a n y b u t when told of Archer ’s comment he said modestly: “I’m not a legend.”

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And it’s not just at the top level that the sport is thriving in this part of the world. Squash is thriving at all levels and Mark Toseland, the chairman of the Gloucestershire Squash Association for the past three years, couldn’t be happier.

“Yes, it’s developing very well,” said 31-year-old Toseland.

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But he’s only 29 – and a young 29 at that because he’s only just had his birthday – and that means he has plenty more years left at the top level of the game.

That’s great news for Gloucester and their fans of course and it’s great news for Sharples himself who is very much hoping for an injury-free season after t h e s t o p - s t a r t n a t u re o f h i s l a s t campaign.

Injuries meant he was unable to get o u t o n t h e p i tc h i n f ro n t o f t h e Kingsholm faithful as much as he would have liked in 2017/18.

And it’s the thought of running out onto Gloucester ’s pitch that is one of the things that has driven Sharples on in pre-season training over the past few weeks.

He’s done it many times before – he’s played more than 240 games for the club – but this season it will feel just that bit different because he will be running out onto the club’s spanking new ‘HERO’ hybrid surface which is a mixture of natural grass and artificial grass fibres pitch and which was installed this summer.

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“I don’t like setting targets,” a d m i t t e d S h a r p l e s, “ b u t o n e t h i n g I will say is that this is a very exciting time for Gloucester fans. We’ve got the new pitch, the rebranding of the club and all the new signings.”

Those new signings include a host of players from South Africa – Franco Mostert , Jaco Kriel, Franco Marais, Ruan Dreyer and Gerbrandt Grobler – as well as former England back Matt Banahan, but it is the arrival of Cipriani that has captured the imagination of many fans.

“He’s an exciting player,” said Sharples. “He showed exactly what he’ll bring us when he played for Wasps last season and now he’s back playing for England. But we’ve got two top 10s in Danny and Owen Williams.

They’ll be fighting to play and it’s great for the club.”

Sharples is also desperate to play – particularly after the frustrations of what was his testimonial season – and w h i l e h e s e es h i m s e l f p r i m a r i l y a s a winger he’s happy to p l a y a t f u l l - b a c k as well if it means a place in the starting line-up.

That ’s a role he’s f u l f i l l e d i n t h e p a st , a p a s t t h a t d a te s back all the way to the 2007/08 season.

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believe me when I say I’m only 29… although I know look older than that!”

A n d w h i l e S h a r p l e s re m a i n s to t a l l y focused on his rugby, he has got one eye very much on the future.

He has already started preparing for that future by linking up with Team-i – a company who have launched a brand new series of training courses for businesses.

The company is the brainchild of Gloucestershire-based Tim Thurston and Exeter back row Kai Horstmann and the training courses give an insight into the teamwork and planning strategies of professional r u g by p l ay e r s a n d h ow t h ey c a n b e applied to the workplace.

The training programme – called Team-i Training – features interactive and fun classroom modules, coupled with keynote appearances from p ro f e s s i o n a l r u g b y p l ay e r s o n t h e courses, which is where Sharples comes in.

Sharples helps to coach and develop delegates as part of their coursework and he said: “Rugby is, I believe, the ultimate team sport and it has been great to work with Team-i to demonstrate to businesses how the skills and experience I have learned as a player can be transcended into the workplace.

“It’s something I enjoy doing.”

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Starting with the Mock Mayor of Barton’s Parade at 11am, followed by the Mock Mayor Making Ceremony at 11.20am, the Thanksgiving Service at 12 noon and the Gloucester Day Parade at 2pm. For music, entertainment and above all FUN, head on down to Gloucester and join in the celebrations. Find full details of the day at gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk MORETON IN MARSH SHOW Join us for an exciting and action packed day of all that’ss best in British farming and the countryside. You can take a look at hundreds of beautiful farm animals and watch some of the best horses and riders in competition. We have scores of trade stands selling fantastic country clothing and fabulous gifts. Join us to experience the

countryside in a day. The Moreton-in-Marsh Show, Batsford Road, GL56 0AB. 01608 651 908. www.moretonshow.co.uk 11-2 -2 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER ORCHARD STREET FOOD & CRAFT MARKET The markets have developed a reputation for offering a marvellous mix of food and drink, with an eclectic array of artisan arts and crafts, jewellery, home wear, plants and seasonal goods. Come along, enjoy great food and drink, soak up the atmosphere of market day and meet our friendly, dedicated producers. Sat 10am-6pm. Sun 10am-5pm. www.gloucesterquays.co.uk Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way, Gloucester, GL1 5SF. 01452 338933.

11-16 -16 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER GLOUCESTER HISTORY FESTIVAL Gloucester is well renowned for its rich history, heritage and culture. Each year in September, the city comes together for a two-week long festival which celebrates not only local but international history. This encompasses a wide programme of talks, workshops, performances and tours of historic buildings which are often closed to the general public. For full details including event times and ticket prices, visit www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk 2 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER KATHERINE PARR DAY Join us for our annual celebration of Katherine Parr, famously buried in the church in the grounds of the Castle. Historical reenactors will bring the past alive with Katherine and her Tudor ladies appearing on the day. 10am. Included with admission.

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2 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER REGGAE ROAST Sunday Roast Caribbean Style. Enjoy tasty Jerk Chicken, Ital Curry (v) and Goat Curry from our resident Pop up Kitchen – Jamaica Inn Kitchen. For full details please visit www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk. The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud, GL5 3SS. 5 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER – 6 OCTOBER OCTOBER CAPTURING LIGHT – ART, MUSIC, POETRY, THEATRE A mixed show featuring four individual artists, with subject matter ranging from British seascapes and landscapes through to exotic Morocco and a detailed study of Venice.

Gloucester History Festival exhibition for the first two weeks. Free entry. Coffee Shop available. Limited parking. Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-4pm. www.thechapelarts.com 6-7 6-7 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER OPEN AIR CINEMA AT OVER FARM Screened by the Alfresco Film Company, the films are sure to delight audiences who can take along their own seating or picnic blanket to watch the movies under the stars. Or if you want an extra level of comfort, there’s the option to go for premium seating of a deckchair or beanbag. They will be showing Pulp Fiction on the 6th and Shaun of the Dead on the 7th. Over Farm, Gloucester, GL2 8DB. Full details at www.overfarm.co.uk

7-8 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 7-8 MORETON IN MARSH BEER FESTIVAL Enjoy a large range of beers and ciders to try over this two day festival, topped off with entertainment from local bands.

Moreton In Marsh Cricket Club, Batsford Road, Moreton In Marsh, GL56 9QA. northcotswoldcamra.org.uk 8 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER NEWENT ONION FAYRE

Three stages of live music, food village, street entertainers, dancing, fairground rides, exhibitions, lakeside events and over 150 stands with arts, crafts and plants to name but a few. From fresh local food and produce, lunches and snacks, through to beers, wines, ciders and juice, there’s a lot more than just onions! Free entry. 10am5pm. For full details please visit www.newentonionfayre.org DRYBROOK & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Drybrook and District Male Voice Choir celebrate their 70th birthday. Joined by the

Newent Onion Fayre, described as Gloucestershire’s greatest, largest and most successful one day free festival, returns again this year for the 23rd consecutive year on Saturday 8th September 2018.

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The Fayre is a very big draw for visitors with in excess of 150 stalls around the town, a large Food Hall, two stages for music bands and a separate ‘Funion Zone’ near the lake especially for children.

The Onion Show, staged in the Memorial Hall, is also unique – class exhibits can only be from the Onion Family, and there are children’s classes as well. Exhibitors come from all over the UK to compete for the cash prizes and trophies, making for fierce competition.

The Onion Eating Contests for men and women attract many entries each year and take place in the afternoon on the main stage. The Onion Show is affiliated to the National Vegetable Society and therefore always has a reputable NVS judge for the exhibits.

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9 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER FR RA AMPTON COUNTRY FAIR Held in 30 acres of beautiful parkland of Frampton Court Estate, this is one of the last truly traditional country fairs. Join us in celebrating all that is great about the countryside and the people who work and live in it. Over 400 trade stands and three display rings. 9am. For full details please visit www.framptoncountryfair.co.uk Frampton Court Park, GL2 7HS.

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9 SEPTEMBER WEDDING INSPIRATION DAY 2018 Pop by for a glass of bubbly and discuss your special day with our dedicated wedding team, our wonderful caterers and hand-picked suppliers. The venue will be dressed for a ceremony and reception by the featured suppliers, showcasing an abundance of inspiration for your wedding! 10.30am-1.30pm. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk SPEECH HOUSE VINTAGE SHOW Display of vintage vehicles and machinery, children’s amusements, trade stalls, auto jumble, craft tent, live music and much more! 10am-5pm. Adults £6, concessions £5, children aged 15 and under free. The Speech House Hotel, Speech House, Coleford, GL16 7EL. 01594 822607. fvvmc.co.uk/speech-house-vintage-show.php 11 SEPTEMBER SHAOLIN WARRIORS Direct from China, the legendary Shaolin Warriors will return to the UK in 2018, punching, kicking and tumbling in a spectacular, dynamic production. Full details at www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 12 SEPTEMBER FRUIT & VEGETABLE FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS A different way to get your 5 a day! Join Josephine’s Fabulous Flowers to make a beautiful autumn arrangement with a difference. These types of arrangements are her speciality. All materials provided.

Full details: www.tudorfarmhousehotel.co.uk Tudor Farmhouse, High Street, Clearwell, Forest of Dean, GL16 8JS. 01594 833046.

13 SEPTEMBER BRINGING ON BACK THE 60s The hottest ticket in town has just arrived!

This fast moving show is a must for lovers of 60s music and features a stunning multimedia presentation and special guest appearances from sixties icon Mike d’Abo and multi award winning ‘Little Miss Sixties’ Nancy Ann Lee. 7.30pm. £18-£25.

The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org JIMMY ALDRIDGE & SID GOLDSMITH One of the finest duos to have emerged onto the British folk and acoustic scene in recent years. Their combination of outstanding vocal work and a powerful social conscience has brought them widespread critical acclaim. 8.45pm. Free entry. The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud, GL5 3SS. www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk 14 SEPTEMBER ROCOCO AFTER DARK – DUSK BAT WALK Come and find out about the bats and moths which make the Garden their home

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as we walk with experts from Butterfly Conservation. Tickets are free thanks to support from the Heritage Lottery-funded Back from the Brink project but are strictly limited. For more information visit www.rococogarden.org.uk. Painswick Rococo Garden, Painswick, GL6 6TH. 01452 813204.

14-16 SEPTEMBER VINTAGE WORKING WEEKEND An action-packed weekend with intensive train timetable and lots of engines in use, including a visitor or two! There will be a working display area of steam traction equipment. Normal entrance fee applies, no need to book in advance. 10.30am-5pm.

01594 834991. www.perrygrove.co.uk Perrygrove Railway, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB. 14-23 SEPTEMBER CHELTENHAM & GLOUCESTER BEER WEEK A whole host of brilliant beery events, seven Ale-Trails for you to visit, numerous special offers and all sorts of other beery related shenanigans coming your way over the 10-day period. For full details visit www.cgbw.beer 15 SEPTEMBER HUCCLECOTE COMMUNITY CENTRE Saturday 15th September from 8pm until late we have the talented Micky John Bull performing stand up comedy. Tickets available online www.hucclecote.org.uk or at the Hucclecote Community Centre Office. £6 members, £8.50 non-members. 01452 616289.

UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE 2018 Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band. Over two hours of songs from both iconic albums ‘Dark Side Of The Moon’ and ‘Animals’ alongside impressive video projection and a stunning light show. £26. 7.30pm. www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. NOASIS The Nation’s Favourite Oasis Tribute Band.

With an obsessive attention to detail, the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own. 8pm. £15.50. Stroud Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 15-16 SEPTEMBER DAY OUT WITH THOMAS The ideal family activity. Once you have bought your ticket for this event, entrance to all attractions is free! Ride with Thomas and behind other steam and diesel engines, including Daisy, on the trains between Cheltenham Racecourse, Winchcombe, Toddington and Broadway. Gates open 9am.

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16 SEPTEMBER HILLSIDE SUMMER FETE & DOG SHOW A fantastic Summer Fete full of fun and activities in support of The Running Charity who help children between the ages of 1625 who are at risk from homelessness.

There will be a cake/bake competition with prizes, dog show, a variety of stalls and games, a fully stocked bar and our full range of beers, a range of food available, and a raffle. 12-4pm. Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, Longhope, GL17 0NG. 01452 830222. www.hillsidebrewery.com CLASSIC CAR RALLY Classic car owners and enthusiasts are in for a treat as our Classic Car Rally returns. Gates open to classic cars owners at 8am and close at 9.30am. £5 per car being displayed. Full details: sudeleycastle.co.uk. Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD. 01242 602 308.

17 SEPTEMBER BISHOP’S CLEEVE U3A SHOWCASE EVENT Woodmancote Village Hall from 2.153.30pm. This drop-in event for prospective new members and existing members showcases Bishops Cleeve U3A’s wide range of interest groups, what each group has to offer, the many successful projects undertaken during the last year and welcomes ideas for new groups. Visit our website: www.cleeve-u3a.org.uk 20 SEPTEMBER RUSSIAN STATE OPERA – CARMEN The Russian State Opera returns with two more spectacular productions of some of the greatest opera classics performed with an orchestra of over 30 musicians. For full details visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk.

The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573.

21 SEPTEMBER BEAUTIFUL NOISE Europe’s leading Neil Diamond show, charting the story of Neil’s fantastic career and telling the story of the man behind the songs – taking the audience on an unforgettable journey through his life and music. 7.30pm. £18-£25. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 21-23 SEPTEMBER WOTTON BLUES FESTIVAL The weekend of 21st to 23rd September 2018 sees the third Wotton Blues Festival taking place, offering a weekend of live blues music across 6 venues in the heart of Wotton-under-Edge. The Festival is a free non-profit event, completely organised and run by a team of dedicated volunteers, along with the generous support of our sponsors and partners – allowing us to bring you a weekend of high-quality music with a great community-based atmosphere. See our website for full details of the line up and timings. www.wottonbluesfest.org Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @wottonbluesfest

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22 22 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE

Hundred Watt Club presents a dazzling evening of burlesque and cabaret. With sublime showgirls and ridiculous comedy, it’ll be naughty… and very nice! Ages 18+.

This show employs adult themes and partial nudity. 8pm. Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. Tickets £15 plus booking fee. Call the box office on 01452 503050 or visit www.seetickets.com and search ‘Hundred Watt Club’.

WHO’S TONED – LIVE CLASSIC ROCK A local five piece band who will be performing a high energy two hour set of classic rock and party anthems featuring songs by The Who, The Rolling Stones, The Jam and other classic hits from the golden age of rock. 8pm. For prices please visit kingstheatregloucester.co.uk. Kings Theatre Gloucester, Kings Barton Street, Gloucester GL1 1QX. 01452 300130.

22-23 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 22-23 MADE IN THE COTSWOLDS 2018 An Arts and Crafts Festival showcasing the wealth of creative talent present across the Cotswolds region. Held in the beautiful surroundings of the Montrose Suite and Gardens of the Cotswold House Hotel and in other venues across this historic Cotswold’s town. Artists and creatives will be exhibiting their work and demonstrating their talents.

There will be a host of creative venues celebrating all things made in the region, ranging from wine and locally produced artisan foods to flower arrangements. www.madeinthecotswolds.org 23 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 23 FORE & CRAFT LOST MEMORIES OF THE RIVER SEVERN A programme of guided tours through the historic remains of the Purton Hulks. In the company of L. P. Barnett, marine historian.

23rd September at 2pm. Places are limited so booking is essential. Tour donation is £3.50 per person. Please phone 07833 143231.

CIRENCESTER VEGAN FAIR Join us for a day-long celebration of all things Vegan. Showcasing a range of traders offering plant-powered food, clothing and accessories, health and beauty products and crafts and lifestyle brands. As well as a mix of talks and family activities to keep you educated and entertained

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Corn Hall, Cirencester, GL7 2NW 25 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 25 THE OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR Calling all ocean lovers! The annual Ocean Film Festival is sweeping towards Cheltenham with a brand new selection of the world’s most amazing ocean films, from both above and below the surface. A collection of short films celebrating divers, paddlers, surfers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray. Be wowed at the mind blowing marine life, exhilarated by the power of the waves, and inspired by the characters who dedicate their lives to answering the call of the ocean. Visit www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more. £14. 7.30pm. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA .

27 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 27 KING LEAR Broadcast live from London’s West End. Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy ever written, King Lear sees two ageing fathers – one a King, one his courtier – reject the children who truly love them. Their blindness unleashes a tornado of pitiless ambition and treachery, as family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with bitter ends.

7pm. £1.60 (£14.50, students £12.50). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 227-29 7-29 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER NOT ABOUT HEROES Stephen MacDonald’s Fringe First winning play about the unique friendship between celebrated World War One poets Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon. They met at Craiglockhart Hospital in 1917 and bonded over a mutual hatred of war and love of poetry. 7.30pm. Prices at barntheatre.org.uk Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester, GL7 1BN. 01285 648255.

28 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 28 TALON Over the last two decades Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the ‘Greatest Hits Tour 2018’ will once again feature all the classic hits from The Eagles’ timeless back catalogue including ‘Hotel California’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘One Of These Nights’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more. 7.30pm. £22£28.50. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org OKTOBERFEST AT GLOUCESTER BREWERY Bigger and better than before we will not only be bringing you official Oktoberfest lagers, we will also be stocking a range of other German beer styles as well as our own brews and UK guests. Alongside the beer we will be offering up some

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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.

30 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 30 CHELTENHAM HALF MARATHON The Cheltenham Half Marathon, set in the heart of this beautiful town, has been designed to show off its splendour and Cotswold charm. Starting and finishing at Cheltenham Racecourse, this is a race to remember. 9am. For full details visit www.cheltenhamhalf.co.uk ORCHESTRA PRO ANIMA Directed from the violin by Michael Bochmann, with Katherine Thomas (Harp) and George Ewart (Violin). Celebrated Welsh harpist Katherine Thomas brings mellow sounds to join with the strings of Orchestra Pro Anima in a programme of some of the great classics. 3pm. £18-£20.

The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org 6 OCTOBER OCTOBER HUCCCLECOTE 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’s 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.

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This year we mark the 375th anniversary of the Siege.

The city’s Parliamentarian forces, under the command of Colonel Edward Massie (often written as Massey), held out against a much larger Royalist army, changing the course of the war and thus our country’s history.

Massie was an interesting character to say the least.

He was aged only 23 during the Siege, which he directed from what is now The Old Crown pub at the bottom of Westgate Street. He later switched sides to the Royalists, was knighted by Charles II and went on to be a Member of Parliament for Gloucester. Legend has it he was offered the post of Governor of Jamaica (nice work if you can get it!) but never took up the position. His mother Ann was sister of Richard Grosvenor, the 1st Baronet and ancestor of the Duke of Westminster.

As part of the Gloucester History Festival, one of Massie’s successors as MP for Gloucester, Richard Graham, will be giving a talk on him entitled “Hero, Traitor or Opportunist”. It takes place at Blackfriars Priory on Sunday 9th September at 2pm. Tickets are £8 and available from www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk or the Tourist Information Centre on 01452 396572.

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The Siege of Gloucester is one of the most important chapters in the city ’s rich history. Some say we have n e ve r b e e n fo rg i ve n f o r t a k i n g t h e s i d e o f t h e Parliamentarians. Charles II wreaked his revenge by knocking down our city walls. We may not have much of them left to show, but this anniversary is a great way in which we can bring our history to life. @ @cllrpauljames cllrpauljames

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2018 has been another busy year for the Gloucester-based choir, who have performed at some of the leading music venues in the country. Jeff Johns, Chairman of the Gloucestershire Police Male Voice Choir, is looking forward to starting another term alongside his fellow 60 members.

H e s a i d : “ Ev e r y o n e h a s e n j oy e d a few weeks off to give our vocal chords a much-needed rest. So far 2018 has been another fantastic year for the choir and we’re all relishing the o p p o r t u n i t y to g e t to g e t h e r fo r another term. Our weekly rehearsal sessions are always a highlight , we have a good laugh as well as working towards any upcoming performances.

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each other, at times it feels more like a family. I’ve been singing with the guys for 15 years now, it ’s a real privilege to share the stage with such a talented group.”

Anyone looking to join the choir is welcome to attend a weekly rehearsal session, even if they’re not employed by the police force. Jeff continued: “My neighbours were both policemen, they took me along to a concert as a guest. I joined in singing a few songs and from there they asked me if I’d

like to join. That was 15 years ago.

There’s no limit on membership and we’re always keen to welcome new faces to the choir. You don’t need to have any association to the police, if you’re keen to sing we’d love to hear from you.”

The undoubted highlight of the year for the choir comes in the shape of their annual tour, which took them to north Wales and Liverpool this year.

Jeff continued: “Every year we go away for three or four days and squeeze in as many performances as we can. In April this year we stayed in Llandudno and sang at the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral which was just a spectacular setting.

“The building itself was incredible, it’s not a traditional cathedral, in fact it was built in the 20th century. After our performance at Liverpool we sang at Chester Cathedral on our way back to Gloucestershire.”

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A new ‘Mission: Impossible’ entry brings another opportunity to see what kind of ridiculous stunts Tom Cruise will put himself through for our viewing pleasure.

The sixth instalment of the popular franchise comes in the shape of ‘Mission: Impossible: Fallout’. The film brings all the action, stunts and special effects we’ve become used to and it could end up being one of the best action films released this year. Cruise, now 56, is fantastic in his role as Ethan Hunt, a man for whom actions speak louder than words.

The story is very simple to follow and focuses more on amazing stunts and perfectly choreographed fighting scenes. The two and a half hours flew by which is always a good sign.

There are several incredible action scenes that simply have to be seen on the big screen, including an epic final sequence, which takes place over the Kashmir mountains. It ’s definitely worth the cost of a cinema ticket for that scene alone.

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This is a far cry from the usual memoir. Maggie O’Farrell, author of ‘The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox’ and ‘The Hand That First Held Mine’, which won the 2010 Costa award, has written of her own seventeen brushes with death. The book is not written in chronological order and each chapter is headed by a part of t h e b o d y – l u n g s, i n t e s t i n e s, cranium, etc. – which relate to the incident being described.

Some chapters are finger tingling and others just touch on near escapes. One wonders if she should really stay clear of the sea! She has an encounter with a knife thrower, her plane suddenly loses height, she has a machete held a g a i n s t h e r t h ro a t , a n d t h e o p e n i n g c h a p t e r i n vo l ve s meeting a man on a walk who tries to strangle her with his binocular strap! She escapes and reports it to the police who are disinterested, but the man finds another victim with disastrous consequences.

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‘Ravensthorpe Tinker in O Wild One, Rooster Roo & 10,000 Balls of Fluff’ is the follow-up to her debut release which came out earlier this year. Her second book went on sale on 31st August and Lorraine is hopeful it will be as successful as her debut release.

S h e s a i d : “ I to o k o n a n e i g h t e e n month-old cocker spaniel called Tinker, she was the inspiration for me to write the books. She had a tough u p b r i n g i n g a n d g o t i n to a l o t o f mischief. I took her on and totally fell in love with the cocker spaniel breed.

T h e b o o ks a re l o o s e l y b a s e d o n h e r adventures. The new book charts the story of when Tinker came to live with me.”

Gloucestershire born and bred, Lorraine is a lover of all breeds of dogs but has a soft spot for cocker spaniels and currently owns two Scottish Heath

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working cockers. Lorraine continued: “Initially I had no ambitions to make a career out of writing, so it’s been quite s u r p r i s i n g h ow t h i n g s h a ve t u r n e d out.

“My publishing company, Choir Press who are based in Gloucester, released the first book earlier this year and copies have been sold all over the world which has just been so exciting

to hear. Books have been sent to Australia, Portugal, France, USA and m a ny ot h e r countries.

It ’s o ve r w h e l m i n g t o t h i n k c h i l d r e n a l l o ve r t h e wo r l d a re e n j o y i n g m y writing.

“Cocker spaniels have bundles of energy, they require a lot of attention and walking. If they’re not given what they need they do become a bit of a handful. The stories I write about are fun, they’re easy reading and ideal for children to enjoy.”

It ’s not just writing that Lorraine excels at , she’s also a talented artist a n d h a s u s e d h e r a r t i s t i c t a l e n t to great effect in her books. Lorraine continued: “All the artwork for my books is done by myself. I’ve always loved drawing and painting.

I remember being very young and my father always saying I had an artistic talent.

“It’s been a total joy to have written the books.”

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FFamed amed musician musician tto op play lay G Gloucester loucester g gig ig Acclaimed musician Steve Pledger says he’s excited to make his debut performance in Gloucestershire this month.

It’s been a particularly busy year for the award-winning musician, who has been touring all over the UK playing tracks from his three albums. On Wednesday 5th September he will be p l a y i n g a t C a fé R e n é , o n e o f Gloucester’s premier music venues.

“I’m really looking forward to visiting Gloucester and playing at such a great venue,” Steve said. “I’ve heard so many great things about Café René f r o m m u s i c i a n s w h o h av e p l a ye d t h e re b e f o r e. I ’ l l b e p l a y i n g a l l m y favourite songs from my first three a l b u m s a n d m i g h t e ve n t h ro w i n some of my new songs as well. I’m really excited for the opportunity to play at a new venue,” he added.

Steve’s powerful vocals and rhythmical guitar riffs have been well

Steve hopes to release a fourth album next year

received by audiences far and wide.

H i s 2 0 1 6 a l b u m ‘ S o m ew h e re Between’ received a hugely positive response from fans and critics alike and went on to win both the coveted FATEA Album of the Year Award and Folkwords’ Album of the Year by a Male Artist.

Steve continued: “I’d be lying if I said the awards weren’t important. When

I set out it wasn’t with the aim of winning awards, I just wanted to write and play music, but to get recognised by industry media and fans means the world to me. I love what I do, I still get excited every single time I get on stage and perform, whether that ’s playing at a small venue in front of a few dozen people or performing for hundreds of people at a larger event.”

One of Steve’s most memorable performances came earlier in the s u m m e r w h e n h e o p e n e d fo r B i l l y Bragg at Durham Town Hall. Steve continued: “That was a very special gig. Billy is a musician I admire, there was an amazing crowd in who were really supportive, it was one of those perfect nights every musician dreams of. A lot of the songs I write are quite political so to be able to step out in front of Billy ’s audience was a very special occasion.”

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Far be it for me to proffer a view on the impact that the UK’s exit from the EU will have on businesses. The government doesn’t have a clue what the terms of our departure will be and there is still a strong chance that we will end up with what the British public actually voted for – leaving Europe. Full stop.

MTD is going to make life very interesting for any business that is over the VAT registration threshold and registered for VAT. All such businesses, whether companies or selfemployed traders, will have to keep their VAT records and complete their returns every quarter using digital software.

If they don’t have it, but engage an accountant, he/she will have to do the online work for them. It applies from 1st April 2019 to any business that is obliged to be registered; interestingly those who opt to be registered, but whose t u r n o ve r i s c u r re n t l y l e ss t h a n t h e £ 8 5 , 0 0 0 m a n d a to r y registration level, can choose not to comply with MTD and keep their records/submit their returns as they have always done. Slightly bizarre, but that ’s what the Treasury has elected to do.

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A change to the VAT registration threshold would have a significant impact on small businesses. The government is not threatening to tinker; it is planning a wholesale change.

Options being considered include a reduction in the threshold to maybe half (yes half!) of the current level. The argument is based on the fact that our threshold of £85,000 is substantially higher than other countries in the EU/OECD, where the average level is £29,000.

If the threshold is reduced, logically it should increase the VAT take for the Treasury. However, there must be a risk that it will fuel the black economy and drive traders who will be competitively disadvantaged by the change to resort to measures that have largely become a thing of the past to manage their recorded turnover below the registration limit.

This would be a retrograde step and the government should think long and hard about such an impact. They have taken a strong stance to date in helping the smallest of businesses to minimise red tape and stay within the tax rules. Let’s hope they don’t bow to European pressure one last time!

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