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EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY CHELTENHAM CHESS CLUB
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Cheltenham Chess Club meet every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 7pm. Playing face to face is more fun than the online alternative, so why not come along and enjoy a social game of chess with us. All strengths are welcome, from the beginner to the more experienced player. We have a comfortable and relaxing playing room with a club library, and also a bar on site. There is also ample free car parking at the club. Venue: The Victory Club, Burlington House, Lypiatt Road, Cheltenham GL50 2SY. For more details contact Paul on 07568 488800.
UNTIL 30 OCTOBER SUDELEY SCULPTURE SAFARI
The Sudeley Sculpture Safari celebrates creatures great and small and spreads both a universal and local message of peaceful coexistence with nature. Visitors will encounter a safari trail of iconic lifesize animal sculptures made from flowers, grasses and plants, from all corners of the world as they explore the castle grounds. Walk amongst a life-sized herd of elephants and follow the trail to discover a pair of rhino nibbling the lawn, kangaroos hiding in ancient yew hedges, and orangutans relaxing beneath trees - plus many more animals across the castle grounds. How many will you spot? Entry to see the Sculpture Safari is included with standard admission. For more details, please visit www.sudeleycastle.co.uk/events
1 OCTOBER TEWKESBURY BABY & CHILDREN’S MARKET NEARLY NEW SALE
Lots of stalls bursting with top quality ‘like new’ and new baby and children’s items from birth to 8 years. Plus a small selection of unique businesses in the baby and children’s industry showcasing and selling their products and services all under one roof! Great brands at up to 90% off the full retail price! 2pm-4pm. Wheatpieces Community Centre, Columbine Road, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP. For more details, please visit www.babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk
1-2 OCTOBER TECKELS BIG SUMMER WEEKEND
Our annual summer fundraising event will take place on the 1st and 2nd October at the beautiful Fromebridge Mill Pub, GL2 7PD. We will have a dog show with lots of classes, demos and talks to watch, a large craft market, food, entertainment and much more! For more details, please visit www.teckelsanimalsanctuaries.co.uk
2 OCTOBER GLOUCESTER MUSIC SOCIETY
Gloucester Music Society’s 92nd season opens on Sunday 2nd October with music by Haydn for the rare cellolike Baryton. 23rd October: a variety of solo harp music. 13th November: renowned baritone Roderick Williams with songs by Vaughan Williams and other 20th century composers. We meet Sundays at 3pm in the Ivor Gurney Hall, Pitt Street. Tickets £20, concessions, children free. www.gloucestermusicsociety.org.uk
JB’S JAZZ CLUB
Featuring JG Swing 5. At Cheltenham Area Civil Service Club, Tewkesbury Road, Uckington, Cheltenham, GL51 9SL. Doors open 12 noon, band playing from 12.30pm-3pm. Tickets at the door, still only £5!
6 OCTOBER JACK ABSOLUTE FLIES AGAIN
After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own terms. A spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s ‘The Rivals’. Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin and Laurie Davidson. Broadcast live from the National Theatre stage. £16.50 (conc £14.50, students £12.50). 7pm. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk
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7-31 OCTOBER PUMPKIN PATCH AT COTSWOLD FARM PARK
Wrap up warm and head over to the field to explore our pumpkin trail. Once you’ve enjoyed our October activities, grab yourself a plump pumpkin to take home for crafts and pies. The pumpkin field will be open on October weekends and throughout half term (21st-31st October). Entry to the field (plus a free pumpkin token) is included in admission – remember to buy your tickets online in advance. For more details, please visit www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk
9 OCTOBER CREATE CHELTENHAM – SUNDAY MARKET AT THE KINGS ARMS
Join us at The Kings Arms in Prestbury for our outdoor Sunday market from 11am until 3pm. We’l have a selection of handpicked sellers including local crafters, artisans and independent businesses. 11am-3pm. More details at www.createcheltenham.com
11 OCTOBER LANDSCAPES IN LINO
Join artist Beth Jenkins to explore a number of ways of making lino prints in black and white or colour. Use a variety of inking techniques to get interesting and atmospheric effects. Learn how to design, cut and print your own original prints to take home. £70 per person. 10am-4pm. Book online: wwt.org.uk/slimbridge
13 OCTOBER SUBVERSE PRESENTS THE STROUD POETRY SLAM
Join heavenly hosts Elvis McGonagall and Sara-Jane Arbury for an energetic evening of good verbal vibrations as worldly wordsmiths take the page onto the stage to compete for points that lead to prizes! Brave bards air their own poems in a bid to reach the hearts and hearing parts of the public. Judges award points for style, content and warmth of the applaudience. 7.30pm. Tickets £10-£12. For more details, please visit thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
15-16 & 22-30 OCTOBER SPOOKYARD HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
As well as a series of spooky shows, visitors can follow clues on an adventure around the farm and spot friendly animals; embark on the Maize Maze and, hopefully, find their way out; while sharp-eyed visitors can tackle the Corn Cannon and blast these yellow missiles at a range of targets. Also includes: Tractor Trailer Rides, Animal Trail, Adventure Play, Bouncy Pillows, Mini Golf, Quad Train Rides. Tickets will be released to our mailing list first – sign up online at www.overfarm.co.uk/events/spookyard
19-23 OCTOBER PETER PAN: A NEW MUSICAL
A show for all the family with words written by the nation’s much-loved poet Pam Ayres, tunes that go straight to the heart by composer Louis Mander and song from the Minpins children’s choir. This World Premiere will be performed by members of The Hewletts Opera, narrated by Classic FM host and children’s author Zeb Soanes, the chorus provided by Minpin's Children's Choir and directed by Sheila Mander. 6.30pm. Tickets £5£18. For more details, please visit thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
22 OCTOBER CREATE CHELTENHAM – HOLY APOSTLES MARKETS & WORKSHOPS
We are open from 1-4pm with a fabulous market showcasing a variety of skilled crafters, artists, bakers, food producers and more! This year we will also be running workshops alongside the market! Entry and parking is free. Please bring a shopping bag. For more details, please visit www.createcheltenham.com
THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL – A TRIBUTE TO WHITNEY HOUSTON
Fresh from her show-stopping Britain’s Got Talent finals appearance, Belinda Davids returns to the UK with her acclaimed stage show. Whitney’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on”. With the accompaniment of a live band, backing vocalists and choreographed dancers, plus stateof-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical effects, this is a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. Not associated with the Estate of Whitney Houston. Tickets £28. 7.30pm. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk
22-31 OCTOBER EEK! WEEK
Are you brave enough to explore our interactive trail? Discover an eek!citing and mysterious world of wetland nature this October Half Term. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears pricked and engage all your senses as you make your way around our wetlands for a truly eek!citing experience. For more details, please visit wwt.org.uk/slimbridge
23 OCTOBER CHURCHDOWN MIND BODY SPIRIT SHOW
Organisers: Deer Spirit Events. Over thirty fantastic exhibitors: 1-1 tarot, psychic, shamanic & clairvoyant readings, holistic therapies, self-help, crystals, jewellery, books, arts and crafts, healthy living products. Talks and workshops. 11am-5pm. Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, GL3 2JH. www.deerspirit.co.uk
23-29 OCTOBER GHOUL SCHOOL AT BERKELEY CASTLE
An interactive, self-led audio extravaganza that will teach your young thrill seekers all they need to know to become perfect little monsters. Along the way, they will encounter a spooky array of teachers who’ll impart their delights, frights and vampire bites. Tickets cost £1 per child, in addition to the admission ticket. For more details, please visit www.berkeley-castle.com/whats-on
24 OCTOBER X-TREME MAGIC
The world’s most dangerous thrill show – a non-stop adrenaline rush, starring Richard Cadell. A spectacular show packed with fire, illusion and death-defying stunts. Imagine making a motorcycle appear from nowhere, playing Russian Roulette with sticks of dynamite or trying to escape from a straitjacket whilst hung from a burning rope. *Suitable for children aged 12 and over. Tickets £26.50 (£25). 7.30pm. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk
29-30 OCTOBER MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION
St. Margaret’s Hall, Coniston Road, off Windermere Road, Hatherley, Cheltenham GL51 3NU. Layouts, refreshments, trade support, disabled access, children’s ‘drive yourself’ Thomas. 10am-5pm. Raising funds for St. Margaret’s Hall. Full details at www.cheltmodrail.org.uk
30 OCTOB ER THE MERSEY BEATLES
Prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Tickets £24. 7.30pm. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk
1 NOVEMBER STARS OF THE WEST END – KERRY ELLIS AND LOUISE DEARMAN
We welcome two leading ladies of the West End for the Stars of the West End Symphonic Tour – a musical extravaganza of popular West End and Movie hits. The evening will be accompanied by the fabulous International Film Orchestra and will include music from Wicked, Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, Chess, James Bond, The Greatest Showman and more. 7.30pm. Tickets £32.50. For more details, visit www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk
6 NOVEMBER JB’S JAZZ CLUB
Featuring Phil Probert’s Jazz Mates. At Cheltenham Area Civil Service Club, Tewkesbury Road, Uckington, Cheltenham, GL51 9SL. Doors open 12 noon, band playing from 12.30pm-3pm. Tickets at the door, still only £5!
8-12 NOVEMBER ‘GLORIOUS’ BY PETER QUILTER
St. John’s Players present the stage version of the film ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’ (that starred Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant) and her hilarious journey to perform at Carnegie Hall. She was dubbed the worst singer in the world. St. John’s Hall, Churchdown, GL3 2DB. 7.30pm. £10. Concessions: £8. Box Office opens 10th October –call 01452 713952. Bar. Car park.
21-26 NOVEMBER CHRISTMAS SHOEBOX APPEAL
Send a shoebox of gifts to a Ukrainian child this Christmas. Operation Christmas Child is sending 2/3 of UK boxes to Ukrainian refugees. Donate a box and/or help out at the processing centre at St. Andrew’s Churchdown. For more details visit the website: stastb.church
24 NOVEMBER LINOPRINTED CHRISTMAS CARDS
Amaze your friends with a hand designed and printed Christmas card this year, with artist Beth Jenkins. This easy workshop will show you everything you need to make your own original printed cards, from design to print. £40pp. 10am-1pm. Book online: wwt.org.uk/slimbridge
PATESIANS SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB
TRY SOMETHING NEW FOR FREE!
We’ll provide a skittle alley for free for groups of 10-20 people. Children joining in must be over 13 years old. Please email info@patesians.club to arrange a booking.
FRIDAY NIGHTS @ PATS!
Friday Nights @ Pats are back with pop-up food from Fire & Slice and the Noodle Shack! For more information and updates, please visit our Facebook page.
@patesians.club @patesiansclub For Club information, please email Claire at info@patesians.club
*All dates and events will be weather-dependent.
New members welcome!
PATESIANS SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB SANDY LANE PLAYING FIELD, EVEREST ROAD, LECKHAMPTON, CHELTENHAM GL53 9LG
With CK Futures
Are you concerned about the effects of climate change? Do you want to use less energy? Do you want to buy less, reuse more? Do you have experience to share and ideas to discuss?
Join Su Billington from Community Hub at FRONT and local climate expert Patricia Thornley as they welcome you to the second series of friendly CK Futures monthly community group gatherings, focusing on sustainable living.
There will be a different topic discussed at each session; from eating more environmentally friendly food, and buying less and reusing more, to looking at ways to use less energy, and planting to meet the challenges of our changing weather.
The informal group meetings will take place on a Wednesday evening every month, from October 2022 to March 2023 at the Community Hub at FRONT, Sixways.
Knowledgeable local volunteers will be on hand to inform and guide, bring the group together to support each other in tackling climate change, and making a difference for our community.
Feedback from the first series: “I learnt a lot and it was ideal to talk to others who had tried things and hear their experience”.
Tickets are free of charge. A full list of dates, times and topics are available when you sign up using Eventbrite on the Charlton Kings Parish Council web pages, or by emailing ckfutures@charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk
We look forward to seeing you there!
Dates of October public meetings In the Stanton Hall
Planning: Mondays 3rd and 17th at 7pm Community Engagement & Wellbeing: Monday 10th at 7pm Allotments: Thursday 20th at 7pm Finance & General Purposes: Monday 24th at 2pm Full Council: Monday 31st at 7pm Clerk – Joanna Noles (01242 250087) Clerk@charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk www.charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk @CkParish Charlton Kings Parish Council The Local Answer To advertise call 01242 510500 Page 29
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