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W elcome Welcome ttoo A pril April Spring has sprung and with Easter just around the corner we should have lots to look forward to this month. Hopefully, we can say goodbye to the months of rain we’ve had so far this year and welcome some sunshine! We have an exciting announcement in this month’s issue as we launch our brand new print directory! We want to offer exposure to all businesses and budgets in Gloucestershire, so we hope this new feature will be an excellent way to do that. See inside for more details. Yet again we have three fantistic prizes up for grabs on our online competitions page. We will be booking up your spring/summer diaries with the opportunity to win a stay at a lovely cottage in the Quantock hills close to the beautiful jurassic coast, as well as days out at Cotswold Farm Park for the little ones and Linton Festival for the music lovers. More details inside. If you use the services of our advertisers or attend the events listed, please tell them you found them in The Local Answer! If you can’t find the service you require inside, head online to our Directory, where we have details of many more local businesses.

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learning, speak aloud so that your ears hear the information again; record key facts onto an electronic device so that you can play them back to yourself over and over. You might use different voices to make it more interesting.

K Kinaesthetic inaesthetic learners learners Kinaesthetic learners like to feel and be doing. To aid your memory, use your hands to make models; walk about as you read or speak and use your body to provide actions that emphasize essential ideas. In essence, the best way to learn is by using all three of these modalities – use colour and pictures, sounds and videos; use movement and get creative with making things. It may seem obvious, but the more extravagant you can make your revision aids, the more memorable the information will be. Other general advice for revision includes not leaving it

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all until the last minute! Start weeks in advance and pace yourself – maybe create a schedule of what you need to revise and when. Setting a timer can be useful so that you revise in short bursts. Take breaks in between revision sessions, get away from your desk, and do something completely different to take your mind off it. This also gives your brain time to consolidate the information you have just been looking at. You could also think up some incentives to get yourself going, and after you’ve done some revision make sure you treat yourself with something you enjoy like messaging friends or playing a game, or something that’s good for you such as a walk in the park or a healthy snack. Exam time can be stressful for families as well as students themselves, so it helps when parents support their youngsters and encourage them to work hard and do well – without putting too much pressure on them. Give your children time alone to study, but also urge them to get on with it if they are being too lax! Page 

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The The recovery recover y process process Following on from last month’s articles where we looked at some conceptual issues around recovery, this article is geared toward helping you with a reference point to manage a recovery routine to optimise your health and wellness.

C Cool ool d down own The recovery process begins as soon as you have completed a training session or physical activity, and starts with your cool down. This is a vital part of the recovery process, as it promotes the distribution of oxygenated blood around the body and helps to restore a ‘normal’ joint range of motion and length-tension in muscles. It is also an ideal time to review the session and get feedback from your body. What felt good, and what could be improved in your next session?

A Alcohol lcohol The next thing to manage for optimal recovery is your alcohol intake. If you enjoy a drink or two then you’re probably fine, but regular bouts of heavy drinking will play havoc with your recovery and overall health. Alcohol reduces protein synthesis in the body, along with levels of certain vitamins, while promoting dehydration. A worst-case scenario is heavy drinking after a game or training, with poor food intake and only a few hours’ sleep. Combining the dehydration and energy sapping effects of high intensity activity with a high volume of alcohol and lack of sleep has a massive negative influence on your recovery process. The 100-point Recovery Checklist is easy to build into a busy The Local Answer

routine and gives you tangible, measurable data to back up how you actually feel. The following strategies will help you to recover after exercise. Light exercise: Tai chi, Yoga, a walk, run, cycle, swim, row, weights circuit or cardio class at 45-55% of your maximum heart rate (MHR). of recovery: recovery: Active Type T ype of Points: Points: 10 Sleep: eight hours is optimum. Type T ype o off rrecovery: ecovery: Passive Points: Points: 5 Hydration: thirst isn’t a good indicator of fluid needs – if you are thirsty then you’re too late! Urine colour can be a useful indicator. ecovery: Passive Type T ype o off rrecovery: Points: Points: 5 Nutrition: three healthy meals per day according to your needs. For example, five servings of fruit and veg, all meals to include protein and/or carbohydrates, reduce processed foods and alcohol! Type T ype of of recovery: recovery: Passive Points: Points: 5

Foam rolling or active isolated stretching: complete a full body foam rolling session – calf, hamstring, Piriformis, IT Band, quads, lower back and adductors (1-2 minutes each). Type T ype of of recovery: recovery: Passive P Points: oints: 5 Flexibility session: complete a full body stretch combining passive and, where possible, assisted stretches. Hold each stretch for 40-50 seconds. of recovery: recovery: Active Type T ype of P Points: oints: 10 Contrast showers: change the temperature of your shower throughout, alternating 30 seconds cold/30 seconds hot. Type T ype of of recovery: recovery: Passive P Points: oints: 10 Massage: 45-60 minute sport or deep tissue massage. of recovery: recovery: Passive Type T ype of P Points: oints: 5 Aim to accumulate a minimum of 100 points over a seven day period by doing a combination of the strategies. You should find it enhances the quality of your training sessions.

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Czech Czech Mate Mate Telling my wife that my next review was going to be a Skoda didn’t generate the same reaction as an Audi or a Volkswagen, despite effectively coming from the same stable as its reputable German engineered cousins. And that in itself speaks volumes. If we’re of a certain age, we all remember the longstanding jokes about Skoda’s reliability... what’s the best way to find spare parts for a Skoda? Follow one. What do you call a Skoda with twin exhausts? A wheelbarrow. But those jokes are almost thirty years old. And in that time, Skoda, like it’s erstwhile home, Czechoslovakia, evolved. The former joining the VW family in 1994, the latter splitting into Slovakia and the Czech Republic one year earlier in 1993. It’s astounding that a reputation for poor quality can persist almost three decades after it should have died a death. This Skoda Superb is quite frankly well-named; it really is superb. The body shape is sleek for a large family hatchback and

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sharing underpinnings with so many well-respected marques (more on that later) means it handles well too, with a great ride and minimal road noise. The interior is a genuinely nice place to be. The model I tested had sculpted comfortable heated seats with plenty of Alcantara leather and quality materials for the dash and steering wheel.

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nomy considerably. I averaged 29mpg in a week of predominantly motorway commuting. A bit more on the underpinnings. It’s based on something VW call the MQB platform which allows them to base a wide range of cars on the same modular base. Hence this big hatchback shares a skeleton with everything from superminis to mid-size SUVs from the VW group. Not surprising they want to use this platform on so much given its $60 billion development cost... and therefore not surprising that the result is such a consummate performer, able to handle motorway miles, country roads and town driving without any discomfort. Other than the four-wheel drive system, my only issue was the colour of my test car, and although it grew on me and looked great when the sun shone, it was one of the ugliest colours I’ve ever seen on a press car. Easily overcome though, just don’t order yours in Dragon Green Metallic.

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R Raising aising children children in in the the digital digital age age Like many parents, I daresay you read the headlines about the evils of modern technology. Maybe you are of the ‘no TV, no devices’ approach, preferring your children to read, make things and play outside. If that is the case, then all power to you, but for many, screen time is a mainstay of modern life and it looks like it’s here to stay. So what is the best way to support your children, allow them to navigate the virtual world without turning grey?

E Establish stablish b boundaries oundaries As always, the first port of call is establishing boundaries. Although most effective when introduced at an early age, it is never too late to change and reaffirm the boundaries you want to maintain. Rather than approaching the issue as a struggle to overcome, it is easier for everyone if screen time is incorporated into a wider plan of action. Linking screen time to certain times of the day and creating a sense of pride in the kids for

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following the rules is highly effective. Children who actively look forward to their ‘screen time’ and can self regulate – turning off when a programme has ended or when a certain game level is reached and receiving praise and affirmation for their choices – will grow up confident a n d w i t h a n i n n a t e ab i l i t y t o trust themselves. However, a lack of clear boundaries or understanding as to what is expected of them can leave our kids feeling lost and confused, leading to parental involvement being repeatedly negative, critical and frustrating. Life with our kids can be easy and fun if well-managed, so t h in k c a re fu l ly ab o ut ho w you want your relationship to feel and aim to keep that in mind when making changes. Teenagers use gaming to connect with peers and feel secure, so giving them the space to play whilst maintaining high expectations of respectful behaviour and healthy self care is a great way forward. To advertise call 01242 510500

Finding points of connection where you can listen to them and let them know you are available is key, so try to avoid only ever talking to your teen to tell them to clean their room or have a shower! A cup of tea and a heartfelt ‘I love you’ goes a long way with our older offspring, and it makes you feel good too!

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FANTASTIC PRIZES TO BE WON! cottage break break 3-night cottage 3-night the Quantock Quantock Hills Hills in in the Win a mid-week break for up to four people in Groom’s Cottage at Pardlestone Farm, which has direct access to Somerset’s unspoiled wilderness, and is within walking distance of an award-winning pub and the spectacular Jurassic coast.

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What s 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. 27 MARCH – 4 APRIL THE GARDEN A collection of work gathered together by young artists Olivia Bouzyk and Tomasz A Kowalski. A new show inviting you to come and rest in the sun of a beautiful spring garden brimming with prints. Enter our conceptual garden and contemplate our works as if you were in the real garden; exciting your senses with colours, shapes, and textures. Stroud Valleys Artspace, 4 John Street, Stroud GL5 2HA. sva.org.uk 3-19 APRIL EASTER FUN AT PRIMROSE VALE Aimed at children between 2-13 to enjoy various activities around the farm, and to cater for younger visitors, there is a pre-schoolers trail. Great fun for all ages. Primrose Vale, Shurdington Road, Bentham, GL51 4UA. www.primrosevale.com 4-5 APRIL MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION Layouts, refreshments, children drive yourself Thomas. Raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. St. Margaret’s Hall, Coniston Road, off Windermere Road, Hatherley, Cheltenham GL51 3NU. 10am-5pm. Full details at www.cheltmodrail.org.uk 4-17 APRIL WESTGATE BUNNY HUNT FREE Children’s Trail around Gloucester’s Westgate Quarter. Find the Bunny, claim your prize, enter your school into FREE £100 prize draw. Map available from Gloucester Antiques Centre, 26 Westgate Street.

4-19 APRIL ROCOCO EGGSPLORERS An unidentified egg has been found in the Garden and we’re not sure what has hatched out of it! Young detectives can explore the Garden to track down the clues and hopefully find the hatchling. The trail is only £1 (plus standard admission) and of course there is a chocolate prize! Families can battle their way to the centre of the unusual maze, play hide and seek in the nooks and crannies, or simply enjoy the rustic woodland play area. Dogs on leads are very welcome to join in the fun too! 10.30am to 5pm daily. Painswick Rococo Garden, GL6 6TH. rococogarden.org.uk 5 APRIL ROALD DAHL AND THE IMAGINATION SEEKERS All around the world Roald Dahl’s words are disappearing, not only from books but children’s minds too! Now only an organisation known as ‘the ancient guild of tale tenders’ can save the stories – and they need your help. A thrilling story delivered through performance, games and creative play that explores Roald Dahl’s extraordinary stories, including ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, ‘The BFG’ and ‘The Twits’. 2pm. For details and tickets visit thesubrooms.co.uk 7-19 APRIL GORDANO TEXTILE ARTISTS: NATURE’S MESSAGES Diverse responses by 11 artists to the natural world. Some are environmental calls to action, others include threats

to endangered species, the remarkable way trees and fungi connect, and signals given by animal markings. Nature in Art, Twigworth, GL2 9PA. Full details at natureinart.org.uk 10 APRIL FOREST OF FOOLS Forest of fools fuse traditional instruments with funked-up, high tempo beats, charting a course into the depths of the musical unknown. Where no single tune is exactly as it seems, this is acoustic dance music but not as we know it! Head for the dance floor, you’re in for one hell of a ride! 7.30pm. Stroud Brewery, Kingfisher Business Park, GL5 2BY. www.stroudbrewery.co.uk 11 APRIL THE BIG EASTER EGG TRAIL Come and join the Easter Bunny to find the clues around the park and win some Easter chocolate. A joint event to support Cobalt and Maggie’s. Entry £2.50 per child. 1-4pm. Sandford Park Café, Cheltenham GL53 7PU. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA AT SANFORD PARKS LIDO Join us on Easter Saturday for a funfilled day for all the family. Meet the Easter Bunny between 11am and 1pm! There will be a variety of games and activities for both adults and children, such as egg and spoon races and ‘hook-a-duck’ in the paddling pool! The pool will be open as usual between 11am and 7.30pm. This event is free and welcome to all ages. Sandford Parks Lido, Keynsham Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7PU.

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“We’ve gone from playing local clubs and pubs in Stroud to representing the UK at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis.” The Achievers were chosen by the UK Blues Federation to represent the country at the event which took place at the end of January. “It was an honour,” said Steve. “It’s such a competitive scene in the States, there were well over 200 bands from all over the world.” The Achievers will also represent the UK at this month’s European Blues Challenge in Zaandam in the Netherlands. That performance comes midway through a huge UK and Europe tour, which also sees them return to Stroud for a show at the Subscription Rooms on Friday 10th April. Full story online.

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T The he incredible incredible story stor y of of Ronny Ronny Rynd Rynd Merilyn Brason was born just six weeks after her parents arrived back in England, after being liberated from a Japanese prisoner of war camp. Now living in Eastcombe, near Stroud, Merilyn has written a book detailing her mother’s experiences in the camp. “My mother spent my childhood writing notes about what she’d been through,” she explained. “When she died my sister Catherine – who was born in the camp – began collecting her things together. “Sadly my sister died around five years ago, which is when I came across the notes, and I thought it was important to compile them and write the book my mother always intended to.” Merilyn’s mother, Ronny Rynd, grew up in Gloucestershire and attended Cheltenham Ladies’

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College. In 1941, she and her husband Pat were in the Philippines – Pat was working in the capital Manila whilst Ronny, who was six months pregnant, visited the northern mountain town of Baguio.

Following the bombing of Pearl Harbour they were caught up in the Japanese attack on the Philippines, and interned in prisoner of war camps, alongside thousands of British, American and European citizens. Ronny was forced to raise Catherine in unimaginable conditions, living in degradation with starvation and disease rife. “My mother was an extraordinary woman, survival was the name of the game,” said Merilyn. After spending close to five years compiling research and Ronny’s notes, Merilyn is excited to share her mother’s story. ‘The Bamboo Bracelet’ is the first book she has ever written and will be published at the end of April, thanks in part to a Kickstarter campaign which raised over £2,500. Full story online.

Tom T om Elliott Elliott on on making making comedy comedy magical magical Tom Elliott is a unique comedian, in that if he manages to make his audience disappear, the night would probably go down as a success. That’s because Tom combines his comedy with magic, and although making people vanish is a slight exaggeration, it’s safe to say his shows contain plenty of wonder as well as laughs. “I blend the two elements in together, the comedy comes through with the magic and audience participation,” explained Tom, who lives in Stroud. “I’ve been doing this full-time for three years. I started when I was 14 years old – when I was at school a mate of mine did magic and we used to perform at kids’ birthday parties.” Tom no longer performs at parties but rather travels the

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c o u n t r y pe r f o r m i n g a t a n a r r a y of venues including theatres, clubs and churches, and is currently on tour with his ‘Oh My Days’ show. “It’s a really fun, clean show,” continued Tom, “and the subtle theme is about enjoying the little things. I talk about things

like holidays and marriage, and get the audience involved, make wedding rings disappear and things like that.” Tom is touring the show practically non-stop throughout the spring and summer months, in preparation for what is set to be one of the highlights of his year. He will be heading up to Scotland to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival thanks to a Kickstarter campaign. “I’m super excited, it’s the world’s largest arts festival. I’ve never been there, as a performer or a punter. “It’s my first time and I’m going to go headfirst and give it my best shot.” For more information on Tom and his tour visit tom-elliott.org Full story online.

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P Pastel astel p perfect erfect An easy way to brighten up your home is to introduce pastel colours into a neutral scheme. Think petal inspired hues. Blush pink looks great matched with grey sofas for a midcentury living room scheme. I paired a soft, greyish-lilac with taupe in my bedroom – it feels so calm and restful. Fresh green walls with white tiles look clean and chic for a bathroom. For a warm welcome, paint your front door a sunny daffodil yellow and accessorise with grey metal planters.

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Ashley). The good news is that flowers feature strongly in the new spring fabric and wallpaper collections. Inspired by a trip to Japan earlier in the year, I am particularly drawn to the oriental style wallpapers. Little Greene’s lovely Belton design would look stunning in a hall or small bedroom, or for a real statement think about a wallpaper mural. Check out the gorgeous chinoiserie designs at www.surfaceview.co.uk or visit www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk for more inspiration. And remember you can always pick up a contemporary floral design on a single chair or a cushion.

Spring S pring blooms blooms Fresh flowers bring spring into your home and are a sure-fire way to lift your spirits. There are so many glorious spring flowers to choose from and you may find some growing in your garden that you can harvest. Mix daffodils with forsythia, masses of dark purple tulips, or white hyacinths always look stunning. Add some pussy willow branches for height,

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Natural Natural selection selection The new spring furniture ranges feature lots of natural cane and rattan – perfect for a lighter spring/summer natural look for your décor. There are some great cost-effective pieces available online – check out the rattan fold up dining chairs at H&M, or the round black bamboo mirror at Trouva. Be sustainable by searching out old pieces and make them look this season by revamping them with a lick of paint in jade green, coral or on-trend classic blue.

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It’s now 28 years since Chris Burns, one of Gloucestershire’s finest ever footballers, went toeto-toe with mighty Liverpool in the semi-final of the FA Cup. Ex-Forest Green Rovers player Burns, who played in central midfield, was playing for Portsmouth, who lost in a penalty shootout after a replay. “It’s the one we let get away,” said Burns, now 52. For full versions of all these stories and more, visit www.thelocalanswer.co.uk

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A Allll ssystems ystems go go for for L London ondon M Marathon arathon The London Marathon always provides great stories. It’s one of the iconic sporting events, allowing as it does elite runners to compete alongside club runners and social runners. But there’s more to it than that, of course, because as well as titles, personal bests and fancy dress, it produces so many tales of the unexpected where people have overcome unbelievably tough times just to take part in the 26.2mile event. Russell Simpson epitomises that can-do spirit where just about anything is possible if you really put your mind to it. You see, Russell has battled with – and beaten – a heart condition that was with him for some threeand-a-half years, a condition that saw him balloon up to more than 19 stone. Now, four-and-a-half years later, the 48-year-old Stroud Athletic Club runner will line up with 40,000-plus others for this year’s London Marathon on Sunday 26th April, weighing in at under 14 stone and looking to complete the course in around four-and-a-half hours. This will be only Russell’s second marathon – and his first in London – but such is his determination that everyone who knows him just knows he will come through his capital test with flying colours. Russell’s story is a truly uplifting one. “I was diagnosed with a heart condition eight years ago,” he told The Local Answer. “That got resolved about fourand-a-half years ago but I put on a lot of weight, I was completely unfit because I hadn’t been able to do anything. “So I started running on my own on Minchinhampton Common. I also did a Couch to 5K but I found that it wasn’t really progressing me.” It was then that Stroud-born

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Russell, a former Marling School pupil who these days lives in Shortwood, made a decision that was to change his life. “Stroud Athletic Club were running a beginners’ course and that sounded absolutely perfect,” he said. That was just over three years ago and it’s fair to say he was spot on because Russell, who played prop for his school’s 1st XV back in the day, has been right up there in the front row when it comes to clocking up PBs over the past few years. “My first proper race was the Minchinhampton 10K,” he said, “I finished in about one hour, 11. “I ran a few more 10Ks in 2017 and by the end of the summer I ran under an hour for the first time, so I was certainly progressing.” He certainly was and he was also happy to step up in distance as well. “I ran 2.24 in the Stroud Half in 2017 and the following year I finished in 2.07,” he said.

Last year his time was slower – 2. 2 26 – because he helped someone around the course, but although clearly comfortable over 13.1 miles, he initially had no real ambition to run double the distance. “Doing a marathon was not something I thought I’d ever do,” he admitted. That all changed in April last year when he ran the Brighton Marathon. “I ran 4.54 which I was very pleased with,” he said. “I ran all the way. I stopped for a couple of drinks but I did everything I wanted to do.” The Brighton Marathon is a week before the London and Russell has entered this year’s race on the south coast as well. Not that he’s running that now that he’s got a place in London. “I’ll defer Brighton until next year,” he said with a laugh, “I’m not running two marathons in a week! “I’m going to London hoping to beat my Brighton time of last year, I’d be over the moon with four hours, 30.” Whatever happens at the end of April, one thing is for certain – Russell will carry on running. Although he played rugby and a bit of football when he was younger, he played little or no sport for 20 years before getting the running bug. And while he was well past 40 when he took up the sport, he’s certainly very pleased that it was a case of better late than never. “The health benefits are obvious,” he said. “But it’s not just the health side, it’s the social side as well. I’ve met so many good people at the club.” Russell is raising money for the Alzheimer’s Society when he runs in London. To support him, you can donate directly to his fundraising page www.justgiving.com//V VMLMBallot Place-RussellSimpson

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