What’s On

Whatʼs On

The Local Answer Event Listings are compiled and presented in good faith with the kind support of many contributors. We recommend you use the contact details provided to check event information updates prior to planning your visit.

THROUGHOUT JUNE EVER THOUGHT ABOUT PLAYING BOWLS?

It’s a great way to make new friends and learn a fun sport. Interested in finding out more? Call Maureen on 07831 602496 or Kay on 07598 114006. Caer Glow BC, Sisson Road, Longlevens, Gloucester GL2 0RA.

3-5 JUNE GLOUCESTER TALL SHIPS

Award-winning Gloucester Tall Ships is back for 2022 with a jam-packed schedule of family fun and entertainment, setting sail over Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend. Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th June. www.gloucestertallships.co.uk

4 JUNE GLOUCESTER PIRATE WALK

Ahoy ye city dwellers, sea farers and river people. Setting sail from Cafe Rene at 4pm, all pirates are welcome to join us on a lively jaunt around the city raising funds for Severn Area Rescue Association. www.facebook.com/events/325337565 8215871

4-5 JUNE BECKFORD JUBILEE OPEN VILLAGE

Beautiful open gardens, church flower displays, teas and homemade cakes, champagne bar, barbecue (Saturday), hog roast (Sunday) and ice creams. Also plant sales, children’s quiz trail, classic cars, glassware, preserves, tombola, raffle and more! Entry £5 (U16 free). Dogs on leads welcome. Free parking. GL20 7AD. Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June 1-5pm, followed by family Jubilee celebrations. Platinum Party at the Pub on Saturday 5pm-late hosted by The Beckford Inn. The Big Jubilee Hog Roast on Sunday 1-8pm hosted by The Old Post Office. beckfordopenvillage.org.uk

4-5 JUNE GLOUCESTER SHANTY FESTIVAL

Held in various venues in the city, the returning shanty festival will be celebrating the Maritime Heritage of our City of Gloucester through song with fantastic artists. Come and hear the city buzzing with life and shanty. www.gloucesterbid.uk/gloucestershanty-festival

5 JUNE CHELTENHAM MIND BODY SPIRIT WELLBEING SHOW

By Deer Spirit Events. Over fifty fantastic exhibitors: 1-1 tarot, psychic, shamanic & clairvoyant readings, holistic therapies, self-help, crystals, jewellery, books, arts and crafts, healthy living products. Thirty talks and workshops, inside and out. Refreshments onsite. Sunday 5th June. 11-5pm. Pittville Pump Room, East Approach Drive, Cheltenham GL32 3JE. www.deerspirit.co.uk

11 JUNE SOME ENCHANTED EVENING

Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II pioneered a flair that was all their own in the golden age of musical theatre. From 1940 to Hammerstein’s death in 1960, this musical duo dominated the musical stage and big screen with hits such as South Pacific and Cinderella. Some Enchanted Evening is an enthralling revue of some of their most stunning compositions. 7.30pm. Tickets £18-£26. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org

THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE

The world’s first and finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi and the world’s ONLY tribute to have been requested by and to have performed live on stage with Jon Bon Jovi himself. 7pm. Tickets £21.50. The Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. thesubrooms.co.uk

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11-12 JUNE HIGHNAM QUILTERS EXHIBITION

Showing quilts, crafts, tombola, sales table, bag and cushion raffle. MindSCAPE charity raffle. Refreshments. Admission £3, cash only. 10am-4pm. Disabled access to both halls. Free parking. Highnam Community Centre, Newent Road, GL2 8DG. quiltershighnam@gmail.com

11 & 18 JUNE MATILDA JR THE MUSICAL

The story of an extraordinary little girl with extraordinary powers. She has a cruel headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, but she finds companionship in her teacher, Miss Honey. Brave Matilda knows she has to stand up against the adults in her world, and in doing so, discovers her own remarkable powers. Matilda’s bravery teaches Miss Honey and her classmates an important lesson –that even though life can be hard, only you can change your story (but sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty!) 5.30pm or 8pm. Tickets £13.50. Sundial Theatre, Cirencester, GL7 1XA. www.sundial-theatre.co.uk

14 JUNE ASHLEY BLAKER: 6 POINT 5 CHILDREN

The show brings a whole new perspective to the subject of parenting. That is because as parents of six kids, Ashley and his wife are trying to raise a family in a world that is only really set up for having two. What’s more, the Blakers’ children are not just any kids. Three have special needs – two autistic boys and an adopted girl with Down Syndrome – and Ashley sensitively finds the funny in both raising children with disabilities and adoption. £18. 8pm. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 01242 528764. cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk

17 JUNE THE SCUMMY MUMMIES SHOW

Grab your gin in a tin, put your control pants on, and pop in a pantyliner –the Scummy Mummies are back! And after the year they’ve had, Helen and Ellie are going out-out! Join them for an evening of comedy, songs, filth and laughs. Everyone’s welcome, from mums and dads to carers, grandparents, and people who want to be reminded they are really glad they don’t have kids. So bring your mates and make it a big night out! 7.30pm. £22. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org

LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax – you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s! From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly and many more. For more details, visit cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk £25. 7.30pm. Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA. 01242 528764.

26 JUNE FODEN’S BRASS BAND

Foden’s Brass Band is based in Cheshire and is currently ranked as one of the finest brass bands in the world. The band has won many awards over its 100 year plus history, including the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain 15 times and the British Open Championships 12 times. The band are world renowned for playing of the highest quality and perform regularly for audiences across the UK and worldwide. 2pm. Tickets £8-£18. The Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. thesubrooms.co.uk

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Shipton Golf Course

A 9 hole pay & play course in the heart of the Cotswolds

Everyonewelcome!

15th JULY 2022 COMING TO BACON THEATRE CHELTENHAM GL51 6EP

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Celebrating 20 years of great music and beer! Proceeds to local charities. Headliners include The Counterfeit Stones, Walter Trout and One Night of Queen plus many more amazing international bands/artists. Tickets from £22. Camping available. Full lineup on website www.lintonfestival.org

2 JULY WINCHCOMBE PARISH SUMMER FÊTE

St Peter’s Church, Winchcombe will host the Parish Summer Fête from 125pm on Saturday 2 July. Very much a community event with activities for all ages. For more details, email: fete@winchcombeparish.org.uk

THE CHOIR FACTOR SINGS MOVIES AND MUSICALS

Usually known for their rousing performances of Pop Rock, Motown and Gospel classics from the 60s through to the present day, The Choir Factor are turning their craft to hit songs from your favourite movies and musical singalongs! 7pm. £15. Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. gloucesterguildhall.co.uk

9 JULY LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE

Saturday 9th July at Blackfriars Priory, GL1 2HN. 12.30-4.30pm. FREE entry. Lifestyle event: therapies, jewellery, baking, homeware, sweets, art, barista-coffee, roti shack, face painting/henna tattoo, fashion… Life-coaching workshop, mediumship demonstration and much more! Supporting Charlies, Gloucester.

15 JULY TAKE A CHANCE ON US

Put on your platform boots and funky suits or just a boa, and have a night of ABBA madness! A fantastic live show that celebrates the music of ABBA through a fully live six piece band, voiceovers, costume changes, light show and choreographed dance routines. Lots of audience participation and all the favourite ABBA Hits! 7.30pm. £20. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk

17 JULY RUN THE RAINBOW

Don’t miss Longfield Community Hospice’s colourful event at Cotswold Airport! Come prepared for a fun family-friendly 5K route with powdered paint, foam and inflatables! Sign up at longfield.org.uk/event/run-the- rainbow and use promo code ANSWER20 for 20% discount.

21 JULY NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: PRIMA FACIE

Tessa (Jodie Comer) is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge. 7pm. Tickets £16.50 (conc £14.50, students £12.50). 01242 258002. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk

22-31 JULY GUITING MUSIC FESTIVAL

Bringing a host of top names from the classical and jazz world to the beautiful village of Guiting Power in the Cotswolds. Including a fundraising concert for humanitarian relief in Ukraine on Friday 29th July. Full details of performances and tickets: www.guitingfestival.org

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Go on Safari with Dave

Dave and Darcy Go on Safari

Dave and Darcy are off on safari to see the animals of Africa. On their trip they make lots of new friends, from giraffes to lions, as well as a baby elephant that is in trouble! Will they be able to help?

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Dave and Darcy Go to the Beach

Dave and Darcy are going to the beach for their summer holidays and a week filled with fun. Follow them on their adventures as they make friends and memories by the sea - but watch out for that naughty seagull!

Dave and Darcy Go to the Show

Dave and Darcy dress up smart to go to the local village pony show. They face many challenges throughout the day including big jumps and tricky dressage routines! How will they do in the competitions? Will they win any rosettes?

Dave and Darcy Have a Birthday Party

It’s Dave’s birthday and the whole gang have come to celebrate with him and Darcy! There will be lots of fun games and lots of yummy cake. Make sure you don’t miss the party!

Dave and Darcy Save Christmas

Santa’s reindeer are all poorly so there is nobody to fly the sleigh and deliver presents. Join Dave and Darcy as they whizz around the world and help to save Christmas!

andDarcy this summer!

PLUS! The brand new Dave and Darcy Colouring and Activity Book will be coming out this summer as well! You can preorder this alongside the Safari story via my website. • More than30 pages of colouring in • Fun and educational activities • Ideally suited for children ages 2-7

Pre-order now to receive a discount on the single book, the new bundle of five books and the colouring book!

*Any orders that include the Safari storybook orthe Colouring and Activity book will be posted out later in the su mmer. Once I have an official publication date, I will email all customers to let you know when you can expect to receive your orders. All other orders will continue to be posted as normal. If you have any questions, please email lois@loiskingscottauthor.com

Fun, engaging stories for ages3-7 10% of profit donated to Cotswold RDA Activities and resources on my website Wholesale andschool discounts available Please email lois@loiskingscottauthor.com