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TOWN MAKES NATIONAL BLOOM FINALS Tewkesbury is in the UK finals of the Britain in Bloom for the first time this year, and volunteers wish to express their gratitude to local businesses and organisations who have come forward to sponsor the town's floral displays.

Numerous residents are also supporting the town's bid to win the title of 'best town' nationally by sponsoring tubs and coronets in the town centre to mark special anniversaries or family commemorations.

There are still plenty of containers available for sponsorship starting at £65 for a tub. Please " Pelargoniums at The Cross ring Shelby Powell on 01684 298004 or email unteers think they have across the town. tewksinbloom@gmail.co cracked this year.

For anyone who likes m for more information.

There are numerous being outdoors and Volunteers say there individuals and local wants to get more active, is much more to the groups who take part in there is a list of commucompetition than just community gardening nity initiatives you can excellent horticultural and growing activities get involved in on achievement which the Tewkesbury in accounts for just 50% of Bloom page in this the award. month's magazine. See The other areas page 33 for details. judged are environmenThere will also be a tal responsibility, and ‘Big Community Weed’ community participation event on Sunday 19th both attracting 25% of July starting at 10 am at the total marks. It is the The Crescent. later category which vol-

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OFF ALL " Laurence Robertson (left) visit’s Kenard Tewkesbury based Kenard Engineering Ltd recently welcomed MP Laurence Robertson to its factory to see its latest advanced manufacturing machinery and meet the staff and management of this growing local company.

Kenard Engineering, address skills shortages located in Gannaway and business support for Lane since 1999, manuthe industry. factures precision metal As a local employer, components for major Kenard has a workforce global aerospace and of 64 people and has a telecommunications strong commitment to companies. continuous personal One of the main chaldevelopment, apprenlenges that Kenard and ticeships and graduate other manufacturing employment. organisations face, is to This is reflected in the compete globally with long service and prolower cost economies. gression through the Continuous investment organisation of a numin advanced technolober of our employees. gies (both machinery David Banham, and automation softManaging Director of ware) and skilled staff, Kenard Engineering has helped Kenard to explains, “I am a strong successfully win busiadvocate of UK manuness and bring work facturing and the critical back to the UK thanks to impact its success has the high level of quality on the economic growth and delivery times that it of both the local area can now promise. and the UK. With a 10% increase “That’s why it’s in turnover this financial important to meet with year and ambitious Laurence Robertson and growth plans for, it was take the opportunity to a good time to arrange a talk about the real visit from the local MP. issues that are affecting Kenard were able to companies like Kenard. demonstrate first-hand “It also gives us the evidence of a successful, chance to share the posprivately owned UK itive stories about our manufacturing company people and products to and to discuss what raise the profile of our government initiatives business within the are being planned to community.”

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Cotswold Markets support Poppy Appeal show Members of the Tewkesbury branch of the Royal British Legion Club have benefitted from the generosity and support of market operators, Cotswold Markets, for a second year running, writes Shelby Powell.

The Tewkesbury charity, which has its base in Church Street, has benefited from being offered a stall in the high street during this year's popular Food, Drink, Arts and Craft market.

A similar arrangement was also offered to the charity in 2014.

This has helped British Legion members promote their forthcoming fundraising charity show to visitors to the popular market.

The show, We Salute You! is taking place at

The annual rally of the Model Steam Road Vehicle Society takes place in Tewkesbury on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June.

Working model steam engines will be run across the show site, and even through the town giving a great opportunity to see these amazing machines in action.

There will be a ride-on model railway, stalls, sideshows and refreshments as well as birds of prey and traction engine rides.

Organised by the Model Steam Road Vehicle Society, the fun takes place at Tewkesbury Rugby Club’s ground at the Moats in Gander Lane. For more information visit the website www.msrvs.co.uk

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Sunday 28th June to commemorate Armed Forces Day, and will also mark a number of important anniversaries including VE and VJ Day with an evening packed with music, song and light hearted comedy with a flag waving sing along finale.

Cotswold Markets also organise monthly Saturday Farmers and Craft Market located in Tewkesbury Abbey car park.

The next Tewkesbury High Street markets are planned for Saturdays 25th July and 24th October.

For further information please see the website www.visittewkesbury.info or email Trade.CotswoldMarkets @gmail.com

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WARTIME SPIRIT RETURNS " “Don’t tell him Pike!” (Pic: Jack Boskett)

Thousands of visitors flocked to Toddington last month for a trip back in time to the 1940s.

‘Wartime in the Cotswolds’ - organised by the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway - drew together hundreds of re-enactors, clad in period military uniform and ‘civvies’, together with authentic vehicles and artefacts from the period.

The GWR ran an intensive steam service, and there was music and laughter throughout the weekend, re-capturing that ‘wartime spirit’.

The whole event was a resounding success for volunteers and visitors alike. One reviewer on TripAdvisor said “Every single member of the staff should be complimented on their attitude.”

Dates for next year have already been fixed: 23rd/24th April 2016. So make a note in your diary now, then put that light out!

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Experience life down on the farm

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Overbury Farms will once again be participating in the national Open Farm Sunday scheme.

On Sunday 7th June visitors can take a look behind the scenes at this busy and thriving 1,500 hectare sheep and arable farm on Bredon Hill.

Overbury Farms is part of the Overbury Estate, which has been in the same family for over 250 years, and includes the villages of Overbury and Conderton. For more details about the Open Farm Sunday event, visit www.overburyfarms.co.uk

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Test your brain power with the Tewkesbury Direct Word Search.

This month the puzzle conceals the names of twelve Epsom Derby winning horses: CAMELOT CREPELLO GRUNDY HENBIT MILL REEF NIJINSKY OATH PEARL DIVER PINZA SHERGAR SIR IVOR TROY Word Search Rules: The names in the word search grid may read vertically, horizontally and diagonally from left to right, right to left, bottom to top or top to bottom.

THE RIGHT SUPPORT after Breast surgery - by Pam Thomas of Joyce Brooks Lingerie

GETTING BACK INTO THE POOL AFTER BREAST SURGERY This month Pam Thomas of Joyce Brooks Lingerie gives advice to those recovering from breast cancer surgery, with a view to the summer months ahead. (Continued from May’s article).

“It is possible to bathe with confidence too, said Pam. “There are some real-

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ly lovely swimsuits which can be worn with or without a prosthesis.

Check out Nicola Jane and Anita, both carry bright modern styles for both holidays and regular swimming.

“Check with your breast care nurse if your prosthesis is suitable to use in chlorine pools. If not, there are specific models available to buy.

“Prices for all do vary but if a pocketed bra, body (all in one) or swim suit is purchased by a lady who has had breast surgery (no matter when) the fitter can take the VAT off if vat is included in the price. (Note: a declaration of entitlement will probably need to be signed on purchase.)

“As I said earlier, emotions can run high following surgery but finding a good bra, body or swimsuit which fits well will certainly boost the confidence levels.

Buy pretty knickers to match – that helps too!”

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Father’s Day Menu - Sunday 21st June We are committed to using the finest local produce to create mouth-watering, outstanding dishes for you.

As all our food is cooked to order, and is of the highest quality. If you have any food allergies or intolerances – please ask a member of staff before ordering,

to start

soup of the day – rustic bread £5.25 rustic breads – olives – mixed seeds – olive oil £5.45 to share £7.45 devonshire white crab, lime & ginger spring rolls – harissa mayo £6.25 saffron poached pear, toasted pinenut & watercress salad – roasted bell pepper – balsamic reduction £5.95 (served cold) pan fried black pudding & bacon lardons – crispy leaf – poached egg - rustic bread £5.95 pickled pigeon breast – mixed leaves – fig jam –speciality bread £6.45 grilled goat’s cheese – pesto croute – piquillo pepper coulis £5.95

main course

roast beef – pork – chicken – please choose only one meat – all served with roast potatoes – mixed vegetables – yorkshire pudding – pan gravy (chicken & pork with stuffing only) £10.95 the gupshill big roast monster plate of roast beef – pork – chicken – 2 yorkshire puddings loads of roasties – pork stuffing – gravy £12.95 gnocchi - italian potato dumplings – roasted vegetables – basil pesto cream - garlic bread £9.95 beer battered pollock – chunky chips – garden peas – lemon £9.95 bacon & black pudding salad - pan fried black pudding & bacon – sautéed potatoes – mixed salad mustard dressing –poached egg -- speciality bread £9.95 chicken stir-fry sliced chicken – stir-fried vegetables & noodles – plum sauce – toasted sesame seeds £9.95

oven baked nut roast – yorkshire pudding – roast potatoes – mixed vegetables vegetarian gravy £9.95 char-grilled gammon steak with pineapple – traditional pub chips – garden peas £10.95 roasted salmon fillet – new potatoes – mixed vegetables - chunky tomato sauce £10.95 baked goats cheese, portobello mushroom & pinenut tostada - garlic roasted new potatoes – dressed mixed salad £8.95

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flour tortilla wrap with your choice of filling, served with pub chips - dressed salad – coleslaw grated mature cheddar – watercress – tomato salsa £5.95 peppered pastrami – piccalilli – watercress £6.95 smoked salmon – smoked salmon – mixed leaf – crème fraiche £6.45 chicken - sliced chicken – basil pesto – mixed leaf £6.45

desserts

ice creams & sorbets a selection of ice creams & sorbets served in a waffle basket, choose 3 scoops from flavour of the month (please ask) vanilla – almond praline – strawberry – chocolate lemon or blackcurrant sorbet £5.95 dessert of the day - please ask £4.95 smooth chocolate & orange pot – pistachio biscotti £5.95 raspberry & rhubarb frangipane tart – chantilly cream – raspberry coulis £5.25 white chocolate & strawberry bread & butter pudding – creamy custard £5.95 pina colada panna cotta – caramelised pineapple – caramel sauce - crunchy granola £5.95 cheese board - for one £6.95 to share £11.45 Children’s menu and a choice of side dishes available

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Engall Castle June Advert 22/05/2015 12:08 Page 1

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Priors Norton

£675,000

Bredon

£525,000

Tewkesbury

£500,000

Apperley

£450,000

Just beautiful – Set against the back drop of the locally known, disappearing church, in an elevated position with far reaching southerly views. Detached; new thatch; 4 bedrooms; 2 ensuites; kitchen/breakfast room; dining hall; vaulted lounge; south facing gardens; potential for an annex subject to consents. EPC E.

An iconic landmark in the centre of the village. This listed detached thatched cottage sits centrally within its delightful, professionally maintained gardens. Originally two cottages it now offers large generously proportioned rooms; gas central heating; lots of character throughout; detached studio/workshop; ample driveway parking.

This is a beautiful home offering space, elegance and stunning gardens, in all the plot is approx. 1/4 acre. 4 bedrooms; large entrance hall; lounge; separate dining room; large conservatory; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; utility; double glazed windows; gas central heating; garage; ample parking; walking distance of town centre. EPC E.

Bushley Green

£395,000

Detached bungalow with far reaching views. Lovely gardens; flexible and versatile accommodation which is arranged currently as 3 double bedrooms; master with lovely views and French doors to garden; dual aspect lounge with log burner; kitchen/breakfast room; beautifully light dining hall.

Private position on the village green. EPC D.

Twyning

£395,000

This is a large, carefully maintained house in this lovely village location. 3 reception rooms; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; home office; detached double garage; lovely gardens; potential for annex subject to consents. EPC tba.

Stonehills

£345,000

Walton Cardiff

£335,000

Tirley

£325,000

Bushley Green

£245,000

Tewkesbury

£245,000

Mitton

£240,000

Great location for this 'executive style' detached home with detached double garage and lovely gardens. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; separate dining room; dual aspect lounge; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; downstairs wc; Stonehills is a sought after location on the outskirts of Tewkesbury. EPC tba.

Sitting on the edge of the cricket pitch in the centre of Bushley Green, the location of this property is idyllic. 3 bedrooms ; dual aspect lounge with open fire; open plan kitchen/dining room ; downstairs wc ; upstairs bathroom ; private rear garden; double glazed windows. EPC D.

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This is a large executive style home with 3 reception rooms, kitchen breakfast room; downstairs wc; 4 double bedrooms - master with ensuite shower room, good sized family bathroom; double garage and lots off road driveway parking. Upvc double glazed windows; private, pretty gardens. EPC C.

Tucked away within the centre of town, this extended semi detached property with a larger than average rear garden. 3 bedrooms; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; downstairs wc; utility room; family bathroom; single garage; off road parking; large garden. EPC D.

Full of character and charm and located within a backwater lane within the sought after village of Twyning a delightful beautifully maintained and presented Grade II Listed detached home. 4 bedrooms; lounge with log burner; separate dining room; farmhouse style kitchen with Rayburn; Detached garage/workshop; views.

Characterful and spacious, this delightful thatched cottage has been cleverly extended. 3 bedrooms; bathroom; shower room; dual aspect dining room; dual aspect lounge with inglenook and log burner; kitchen/breakfast room; utility room; downstairs wc; integral garage; pretty gardens; ample driveway parking.

Extended semi detached home in this popular, mature residential area, within easy walking distance of the town centre, local shops; and primary school. Kitchen/dining/family room; lounge; utility; garage; 4 bedrooms; dressing room; upstairs bathroom; jack & jill shower room; upvc double glazing; gas central heating; good sized gardens; backing onto fields. EPC D.

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Newtown

£225,000

Twyning

£220,000

This is a lovely semi detached home located within an attractive circular crescent cul du sac. 3 bedrooms; kitchen/ dining room; lounge; bathroom; workshop/store; ample driveway parking; private rear garden. EPC D.

A sweeping drive leads up to this prestigious manor house conversion into impressive, spacious apartments. This 2 bedroom first floor apartment is no exception with dual aspect lounge offering stunning views; separate dining hall; kitchen; master bedroom with fitted wardrobes; bathroom; beautiful communal grounds; garage. EPC E.

Twyning

Northway

£200,000

This is extended chalet bungalow has the advantage of pretty gardens with patio, lawn and ornamental pond. There are 3 good sized bedrooms; modern contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated hob and oven; modern refitted shower room; single garage; ample driveway parking; walking distance to local shop and village inn. EPC tba.

£190,000

Beautifully presented end terrace home with stunning gardens and the benefit of an integral garage and driveway parking. 3 good sized bedrooms; lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs contemporary styled bathroom; located within cul du sac; double glazing and gas central heating. EPC C.

Walton Cardiff

Tewkesbury

£189,950

Northway

£165,000

Shephard Mead

Home Abbey House

£135,000

Northway

£120,000

Northway

Your friends and relations will certainly be envious of your views from this spacious first floor apartment, and you will feel like you're on holiday everyday! In addition there are excellent communal facilities; including laundry room; lounge; guest suite; day time manager and beautiful grounds located on the High Street. EPC C.

This is a carefully presented 3 bedroom mid terrace home in the popular area of Northway benefitting from double glazing and a new gas combination boiler. On the ground floor there is a lounge/dining room with patio doors; kitchen and access to the integral single garage. Pretty rear garden; ample driveway parking. EPC tba.

What a beautifully light and spacious ground floor apartment with the advantage of 2 double bedrooms and plenty of unallocated parking. Kitchen/breakfast room; lounge; shower room; separate wc; excellent storage throughout. Located within popular residential area of Northway within walking distance of local amenities. EPC D.

£190,000

This is a charming 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of the town centre. Kitchen/ dining room; lounge; upstairs bathroom; useable attic space; pretty courtyard garden; walking distance to the towns amenities. EPC E .

Newtown

Space and large garden is what is offered by this mid terrace home within walking distance of the town centre, and excellent local facilities including schools and supermarket. 3 double bedrooms; separate dining room; lounge; conservatory; downstairs wc; utility room; upstairs .bathroom; field views; off road parking. EPC D

£210,000

This is a lovely 3 bedroom semi-detached home situated overlooking a small green. Kitchen/ breakfast room; lounge; 2nd reception room; downstairs wc; family bathroom; single garage; driveway parking; private rear garden.

EPC D.

£150,000

Rarely available! A 2 bedroom bungalow within the grounds of Shephard Mead active retirement development for the over 55s. Newly fitted kitchen with space for a breakfast table. Shower room; large lounge/dining room; private patio area; beautifully maintained communal grounds; 24 hr care line installed; parking. EPC D.

£95,000

Popular location on the edge of Northway this first floor 1 bedroom maisonette has the benefit of its own front door and no management or service charges to pay.

Beautifully presented throughout; Allocated parking; modern kitchen; shower room; lounge/dining room.

EPC tba.

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Make this a summer to remember It is widely accepted that adding a garden room is one of the best home improvements you can make. A new range now available from Tewkesburybased L&L Installations gives plenty of fresh options, by providing a choice of highly appealing stand-alone buildings.

Manufactured in a range of six colours and wood grains, the new PVCu structures are on show in a new display area at L&L’s showrooms in Red Lane.

Each building provides delightful, bright extra living space which can be located almost anywhere in the garden.

All the strong, double glazed summerhouses are totally weatherproof, come with multi-point door and window locks and are backed by L&L’s guarantee and annual inspection scheme.

The buildings come in a wide range of styles: verandah, pavilion, Sline or a greenhouse type, offering all-round vision.

Light and airy in summer, the buildings can be equipped with electric heating which will warm them in minutes on cooler evenings.

Options such as underfloor heating or woodburning stoves can also be accommodated.

L&L’s Director John Lannen said: “We are please to be supplying these great leisure rooms which customers’ should find are an easy asset to add to their homes.

“We will also have a display area, stand C725, at the Three Counties Show in Malvern this month, from 12th-14th June.

“We invite Tewkesbury Direct readers to come along and see the excellent space and comfort levels which the new buildings provide.”

The new summerhouses are also on dis-

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BREDON This well presented former farm house 4 bedroom family home offers a private garden, small paddock/orchard. Double glazing, GCH, 3 double bedrooms, two with en-suite, office, double garage with ample parking. £799,950

TWYNING A rare opportunity to acquire a tastefully extended 4 bedroom detached Victorian cottage. Set in gardens and grounds of approx. a 1/3 rd of an acre, (south facing) corner plot, with detached double garage. £639,950

BREDON Two bed detached bungalow is in need of some updating, and has good sized bedrooms and a private mature garden. Gas central heating and PVCu double glazing to help keep those energy costs low, garage and parking for one car. £299,950

TWYNING Mature well presented 4 bed semi detached family home extended and improved over the years to provide easily maintained accommodation. PVCu double glazing, LPG central heating, garage and ample parking. £279,950

BREDON Well presented 4 bedroom detached family home. The light, spacious front to back lounge & kitchen overlook the secluded rear garden.

GCH, PVCu wood grain double glazed windows, off road parking, attached garage. £275,000

TEWKESBURY 3 bedroom detached bungalow.2 reception rooms, a family bathroom with a bath and separate shower, cloakroom, a private south easterly facing rear garden with a workshop and off road parking for 4 cars. £259,950

UPPER STRENSHAM Beautifully presented 2 bed barn conversion. Open fire (optional) and a wealth of natural wood, give this property a warm and homely ambience. Remote controlled sun canopy and easy maintained gardens.£225,000

BREDON 3 bed semi detached family home is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. PVCu double glazing and gas central heating, recently fitted Worcester boiler, conservatory, private garden with feature fish pond, garage and parking for 2 cars. £219,950

BREDON Light and spacious 2 bedroom semi detached property. Conservatory, PVCu double glazing and night storage heating, 2 x double bedrooms, attractive communal gardens, allocated parking space. No onward chain. £189,950

MITTON 3 bed semi detached family home. Close to the ever popular Mitton Manor primary school.

The property benefits from double glazing and gas central heating, detached garage and off road parking for 3 vehicles. No onward chain. £189,950

NORTHWAY 3 bed semi detached family home.

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TEWKESBURY An ideal opportunity for those wanting to put their own stamp on this 2 bed character cottage in town centre location with enclosed courtyard garden, in need of modernising throughout. No onward chain. £100,000

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It is not just Nelson Street which had been widened to cope with modern traffic Chance Street paved the way in the 1950s.

To widen the street, more homes had to be demolished – they were known as Providence Place, although in fact it was a terrace of six houses on the west side of the street behind no.

49. (Photo D).

Each house boasted one room in each of three levels – with an outside kitchen, share of yard, wash house but there were concerns in 1952 that two families were sharing a “filthy” lavatory. A year before the council decided that the houses should be “disinfested”.

However in better times, they were inhabited by respectable families – one of them being that of Halsey Freeman, the famous local photographer who took this splendid photograph of his son, Neville, playing with his hoop outside the houses. (Photo A) We can do it because Neville was born in 1926 and his photogra-

pher father died aged only 39 in 1930. It was Behind Providence Place (Photo A) you can see the houses in Chance Street which still exist – and Neville is probably playing near the modern lamp-post in (Photo B) The decision to demolish Providence Place was made in 1955, allowing the widening, not only of Chance Street, but also the pavement. A far cry from the map of 1808 (Photo C) when Chance Street was No. II Road with East Street and Oldbury Road together as No. I. A word of caution – Providence Place backed on to 49 Chance Street which was also demolished - today no 49 is Holy Trinity Vicarage on the other side of the road!

If any of you lived Providently we would love to hear from you.

Thanks to Jim Freeman for his photos and biographies of his family published in THS Bulletins.

John Dixon

" Photo A

" Photo B

No.II Road

# Photo C: The area in 1808

" Photo D: Halsey Freeman outside his home before 1930

HISTORICAL AWARD WINNER ANNOUNCED Tewkesbury Historical Society is delighted to announce that its annual Woodard Award has been presented to the Society’s membership Secretary and Webmaster, Derek Benson (pictured below).

In order to choose the award, which is named after a pioneer in researching local history, THS asks the independent Chairman of the Gloucestershire Local History Forum, Dr. Steven Blake, to read all the articles published in its Annual Bulletin - and decide which one is the leader in terms of research, writing and presenting the town’s history in its wider context.

Dr. Blake was very complimentary about the Bulletin and the work of his fellow writers but decided on Derek’s article “Ripples from the French Revolution in Tewkesbury”. This article has already be-en published in the journal of the British Association of Local History. It is the second time Derek has achieved this award and he has also been short-listed for the County Jerrard Award in each of the last five years. Copies of THS’ Bulletin 23 can be obtained from Alison’s Bookshop or via www.ths.freeuk.com

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Exquisite 5 bedroom detached Bovis ‘ Henley ‘ design occupying a prime position with open views. Five bedrooms with ensuite and dressing room to bed 1 and ensuite to bed 2, separate study, kitchen with appliances, double glazing, gas fired central heating and double garage, viewing essential.

Traditional double fronted detached home having been extended and sympathetically improved throughout, sitting room, kitchen diner, separate study, utility and wc, 3 bedrooms with ensuite to the master and family bathroom, excellent outside space with a base ready for garage.

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Beautifully sited with views across Tewkesbury Marina this is a stunning 3 storey townhouse offering close proximity to Tewkesbury town and within the catchment of Mitton Manor junior school, a credit to the current owners the presentation is 1st class, garage.

Offering arguably the best value for space gained this 3 storey townhouse has kitchen breakfast, separate dining room, wc, 3 double bedrooms with ensuite to the master and family bathroom, double glazing and central heating, garage and gardens.

Traditional 3 bedroom semi detached family home with attached garage in lovely order throughout, double glazed and centrally heated with three good sized bedrooms, family bathroom, front to back lounge diner, wc and kitchen with built in appliances, no chain.

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3 bedroom mid townhouse in lovely condition throughout, kitchen diner with built in appliances, lounge with hardwood floor, 3 bedrooms and family bathroom, UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating, solar panels, lovely lawned gardens and off road parking.

Tucked away off Tewkesbury High Street with views towards the Warwickshire Avon, this attached two double bedroom townhouse has been refurbished and now boasts spacious kitchen/dining room, downstairs shower room, lounge with views and sunny courtyard area.

Perennially popular Bovis ‘ Mallory’ design with sitting room, kitchen breakfast ( with built in appliances ) 2 bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes and ensuite to the master, family bathroom, UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating, garage and gardens.

Margaret Road

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£174,950

Extensively improved four bedroom semi detached family home, beautifully presented throughout with a host of extras to include fitted blinds, conservatory, fitted kitchen with integrated dishwasher, built in tower oven and microwave and gas hob, bathroom and shower room.

£159,950

3 bedroom end of terrace family home occupying a corner plot with the potential to extend ( subject to usual permissions ) lounge, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and family bathroom with double glazing, gas fired central heating, garage and off road car parking.

£136,000

Traditional town cottage in the heart of Tewkesbury with a lovely town garden ( not courtyard ) sitting room with open fire, kitchen breakfast, cellar, 2 good bedrooms and family bathroom, double glazed and centrally heated, garden also has rear access.

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Could you design a plaque for the Pleasure Gardens?

Budding artists have their chance to leave their mark on Tewkesbury’s riverside gardens A competition is being held to design a permanent decorative feature for the blank wall at the Southern end of the park, which backs on to Abbey Terrace.

The Friends of Victoria Pleasure Gardens are hoping to encourage people of all ages to participate and create something which will enhance the area for years to come.

The feature may be a plaque - or any other form of decoration - and should be made of any durable substance.

The design should be about 26 inches along its longest edge/diameter.

Dawn Hunt on 01684 276190 is happy to give more information.

Entries should be made on a sheet of A4 paper and handed in to The Gallery Boutique, Church Street, Tewkesbury, or sent to Mrs D. Hunt, 7, Mill Bank, Tewkesbury, GL20 5SD. Often referred to as ‘Tewkesbury’s hidden gem’, the gardens will be hosting an open day on Sunday 21st June to encourage more people to visit the facility.

The event starts at 2.00pm, with refreshment and entertainments including music from the Gloucester Charter Concert Band.

" Victoria Pleasure Gardens: open day on June 21st

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HERITAGE EVENT RETURNS Tewkesbury will be participating in the national Heritage Open Days event once again this September.

Volunteers are currently working behind the scenes putting together free events and activities for all age groups to enjoy. The event takes place over four days from Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th September.

More details and an itinerary of what's on and where will be published nearer to the event. " Pictured above is historian John Dixon (centre), leading the 'Hidden Tewkesbury' tour which is back by popular demand this year.

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This large impressive family home is set at the head of a cul-de-sac in the beautiful village of Tirley.

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A very impressive 1930's Detached four property on a generous corner plot with no onward chain.

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AN EVENING OF FINE WINES Teddington Stores held their first Food & Wine Society evening this week, embracing all things Spanish!

The run-through for the evening began with a gran brut reserva cava to toast Teddington Stores and their half-year anniversary. There were liqueur cocktails, delicate whites and hearty reds to enjoy. The Spanish tapas showcased the great produce available in store and set off the fabulous wines.

Expert advice came from the ‘host nose’, Lindsay Poole, with some authentic inspiration for serving and cooking Spanish cuisine from ‘Fernando’ (their Spanish food importer).

Owner, Deborah Thompson, was on hand to ensure everyone enjoyed their evening in store, newly nominated as Best Newcomer by Cotswold Life magazine.

The atmosphere was welcoming, relaxed and informative. A lovely way to while away a mid-week evening and learn a thing or two about some great artisan wines and food.

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BISHOPS CLEEVE STREET FAIR GOES CONTINENTAL Mark Cummings from Radio Gloucestershire is opening the event at twelve noon on Sunday 14th June with Radio Winchcombe broadcasting live on the day.

There will be a U3a history group presentation and a slide show of old pictures from Bishops Cleeve in the past in the Tythe Barn and refreshments will be available on the ground floor.

In Church Road there will be the fair, stalls, bands, dancing groups and Morris Men. Lidi field will have an Animal Shelter Dog Show and a demonstration from the Scouts.

The Royal Oak will have a live band and are

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going to provide some continental foods. There will be a Teddy Bear Jump from St Michaels Church with teas in the church.

Other entertainment will include the Dynamic Impact Majorettes, demonstrating marching, static displays and baton twirling.

Kharmagheddon will be playing, they are a three piece classic rock and blues cover band from Cheltenham.

Winchcombe Concert

Brass will be playing a variety of traditional band melodies as well as the Tewkesbury Town Band and Cleeve Harmony will be demonstrating their musical abilities.

The Gloucestershire Morris Men will be bringing the dances of traditional olde England whilst Danceworks and Dance Tec will bring ballet, modern, tap and street, contemporary dance and more.

There will be a shop window competition and a vehicle show at Bovis.

This years nominated charities will be Shipway Court, St Michaels Hall, Denley Hall and a village defibrillator.

Chairman of Bishops Cleeve Chamber of Commerce, David Billingham, said “Please bring your family and friends along to visit our Street Fair, relax and enjoy the entertainment and see how much Bishops Cleeve has to offer�.

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TEWKESBURY BOWLING CLUB - OPEN DAY FOLLOW UP

The Townswomen's Guild meets on the first Wednesday of the month (unless this falls on a school holiday) at Mitton Manor School at 7.45pm.

Wednesday 3rd June Speaker Dr Gillian White “The Queenes Pickture” Wednesday 1st July "Cream Teas" Guests, Visitors and New Members most welcome.

Please bring a friend.

Tea, Coffee, Raffle and Sales Table.

by Rod Trower Just thought you would like some information resulting from our Open Day on 3rd May. I would like to thank everyone who attended and all the members of the Club who were on hand to assist on the day.

It was a great success and we had around 60 people from all ages, including one young man of 16 months.

Coaching of the new members is ongoing and if anyone is still interested in joining then they can visit the Club on an afternoon or evening and a club member will be available to help.

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The marathon went really well. The screw in my leg did not come out!!!

The race itself was an amazing experience but the last five miles were extremely tough and I was glad to make the finish.

I managed to complete the marathon in three hours thirty three minutes and twenty three seconds.

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TEWKESBURY OLD BOYS ISSUE A DINNER DATE INVITATION Surviving students from a former Gloucestershire grammar school are calling for fellow 'old boys' to join them in a bid to boost the numbers attending the annual dinner get-together.

Details of about 150 former pupils of Tewkesbury Grammar School are held by the school's Old Theocsbrian Society - formed in the 1920s - while the school itself was founded in 1576 when endowed with £20 a year from Mr Ferrers.

“Our main aim is to halt the decline we have seen in recent years in

the number of old boys attending our annual dinner.

Last year we were very pleased to see 49 at the dinner, and while 32 sent their apologies I would really be delighted if everyone attending this year's event - at the Gupshill Manor Hotel on Saturday, September 26 - could bring another Old Theocsbrian with

" Old Theocsbrian President, David Haines, alongside a commemorative plaque on the wall of the former Grammar School opposite the town’s Abbey.

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them for a reunion to remember”, said Society president David Haines.

“Last year we had one member turn up from Manilla in the Philipines - and while that was something of an exception, we look forward to rolling out the welcome mat for old boys from the county and beyond” he said.

Tewkesbury Grammar School moved into purpose-built red brick premises opposite the Abbey in 1906, and by 1952 had grown to accommodate 150 pupils - three times the number originally planned.

The school then transferred to a rural setting at Southwick Park on the south side of the town, and closed with the introduction of comprehensive education in 1972.

For further information about the Old Theocsbrian Society contact David Haines on 01789 293492 or email d.a.shottery@talktalk.ne t. Norman Hunt on 01684 275554 norman_hunt@sky.com.

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The Medieval Festival is getting bigger and better

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Tewkesbury Medieval festival has long been know as one of the Europe’s most celebrated medieval festivals. This year, its 32nd, will be bigger and better than ever.

There will be the usual re-enactment, of the battle of Tewkesbury, fought on the site of the original 1471 conflict, living history camps, a bustling and colourful medieval market, music and other entertainment for all ages.

Dragons and giants will stalk the field and there will be games, circus skills workshops and story tellers to entertain younger visitors.

New for this year will be a demonstration of mounted hunting games (Saturday only) and on Sunday a grand carnival parade will make its way through the town, with around 300 participants including bands, giant figures and much,much more. It will start mak-

ing its way along the High Street at 11am, making its way back to the festival site.

It all happens on Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12, on fields off Lincoln Green Lane, post code GL20 5TT, and will be clearly marked from all the main entrances to the site.

Car parking is available few minutes walk from the site, as is a public camping area.

Entry to festival is free, with a small charge for parking.

Gates open at 11am on both days, with the battle at 4pm on Saturday and 3pm on Sunday.

Go to www.Tewkesburymedie valfestival.org for more information.

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VOTE VINTAGE Voting is now open for the National Vintage Awards.

The organisers of Tewkesbury’s Vintage Fair are hoping that the people of Tewkesbury will back their bid to be recognised as the ‘best vintage fair’ in the UK. There are also other categories including the UK Vintage Shop of the Year, the best Vintage photographer and Vintage entertainer. A public vote will determine the overall winner in each category.

If you are a fan of Tewkesbury’s vintage fair or wish to nominate any other Tewkesbury businesses or individual in any of the other categories, you can cast your vote online at www.thenationalvintageawards.co.uk/vote.

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

ARE YOU AWARE WHERE YOUR PRESCRIPTION IS COMING FROM? Many residents in Tewkesbury have received letters that purport to be sent from the NHS, but in fact they have been sent by pharmacy companies operating elsewhere in the UK, writes local pharmacist Peter Badham.

Patients have the right to go to whichever

pharmacy they wish, and the new Electronic Prescription System has not changed this.

The nomination process, as it is called, needs to be informed, and the patient needs to be given all of the facts about the service.

This does not always appear to be the case.

What upsets me is

that the vulnerable patients will sign up, but not be aware of what this means with regards to their medication.

All pharmacies are listed on NHS Choices, and I would encourage all patients to report good or bad service My advice is to choose a local community pharmacy to look after your

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Folly Gardens Receive RCVS Accreditation All three Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinics have now received RCVS Accreditation, which means clients can be assured that their vet or nurse is properly qualified and fit to practise. It also provides reassurance that as part of the Practice Standards Scheme, our premises meet stringent standards.

The RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) is a voluntary initiative to accredit veterinary practices in the UK. Through setting standards and carrying out regular inspections, the scheme aims to promote and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care. It offers peace of mind to clients of accredited practices and a more informed choice to the pet-owning public. Horse owners and farmers can also be reassured that their animals are receiving the best possible levels of medical care.

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Ian McEwan has returned to true good form with this novel that centres on the life of Judge Fiona Maye.

In her private life the judge is experiencing a crisis when her husband of 40 years, Jack leaves her for a younger woman.

Professionally Fiona has a successful career to which she has dedicated her life, forsaking children. While her marriage implodes Fiona has to adjudicate in the case of a Jehovah's witness boy, Adam Henry, who's parents are refusing to allow him a life saving blood transfusion as part of his treatment for Leukaemia.

To assist in her judgement and find out the boy's understanding and feelings towards the decision made by his parents, Fiona decides to visit Adam in hospital. A decision that has dramatic consequences.

Meanwhile her relationship with her hus-

band, who she has allowed back into her Lincoln Inn flat to cohabit in separate rooms, evolves providing a good second strand to the story.

Their lives, and Fiona's hobby of the piano; a concert, all offering an interesting vignettes into the closed world of the legal chambers and the social life of the elite legal practitioners.

As ever Ian McEwan has done his research well and writes with a sensitive observation of his characters resulting in 'a quite beautiful work of fiction'.

Customer feedback since the hardback publication last year has been unanimously favourable.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

A CLASSIC LANDSCAPE

This month’s walk is slightly different to our usual ramble in that it is entirely within the grounds of a stunning National Trust property, writes Jack B. Walker. An entrance fee is payable (free to NT members) but this enchanting stroll through an historic and ever changing landscape is certainly well worth it. Dogs on leads are allowed in the grounds. In season, Croome Park is open daily from 10am.

! Distance: approx. 2.5 miles, 1 moderate ascent. ! Car Parking: NT Car Park at visitor centre. ! Refreshments: choice of cafés within the park; designated picnic areas in the grounds. ! Map above not to scale. Guides available from NT shop at the visitor centre.

! The Lake and grotto at Croome Park

Croome Park (off the A38) was laid out for the Earl of Coventry in the 18th century, by the celebrated landscape architect Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown.

Park at the visitor centre, which itself is a restored wartime hospital. Follow the path as it turns left through some shrubs, to emerge with the Church ahead of you.

(1).

Bear right down a grassy path and through a small gate to enter the shrubbery (2) with its wide variety of trees and plants.

Pass the ‘Temple Greenhouse’ then ahead through an archway (3) and go over the elegant footbridge ahead of you.

On the opposite bank, bear right (4) and follow the path which skirts the ornamental lake.

Cross over the next footbridge (5) on to a small island and over another bridge to enter a small wood.

After a short distance the path emerges by the side of the lake and reaches a grotto.

Carry on past the archway and first footbridge and go through a gate into the main parkland area. Keep on the path towards Croome Court, which is open to the public from 11am (except Tuesdays),(6).

Passing Croome Court on the left, walk around to the rear of the property and look for the signs to the Rotunda. Keeping the fence on your left, walk through a gap in a wall to enter the home shrubbery. Go up the slope to the Rotunda, which affords excellent views over the open parkland and beyond.

Retrace your steps to the house and point 6.

Go up the drive way, which curves left and up towards the church.

Look for the path to the right which leads to the ice house (7); this is worth the short detour.

The redundant church may also be visited.

Retrace your steps back to the visitor centre, where there is a cafe, and picnic areas. More details www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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! TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE:

Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (2-4pm). For those suffering from memory loss and/or dementia. In addition to the advice and support available, there is also the opportunity to participate in craft activities and enjoy tea/coffee and cakes in exchange for a small donation. Details 01684 296238.

! FREE LOCAL HISTORY ADVICE:

you will find a family and local historian at Tewkesbury Library, on most Thursday afternoons. Booking is essential: 01684 293086.

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Church St, Tewkesbury 01684 290555 ! SUN 7th JUNE: The Simon & Garfunkel Story, The Roses Theatre. ! SUN 7th JUNE: Greg Winters (4-7pm) The White Bear.

! SUN 7th JUNE: Last Man Standing, Nottingham Arms.

! THURS 25th JUNE: Blue Street & Open Mic, The Berkeley Arms.

! SAT 13th JUNE: Tewkesbury Town Band Summer Proms, The Roses Theatre.

! THURS 25th JUNE: Phil Beer Band, The Roses Theatre.

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! SUN 14th JUNE: Lawrance, Nottingham Arms.

Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society have announced their programme for the Summer.

On Sunday 14th June they visit the Woodmancote Garden Railway, and Saturday 27th promises an excursion to Coleford Railway.

There is an evening work party at Toddington on Tuesday 16th June, and a treasure hunt on 23rd June.

For more details of all events please call Ian Boskett on 01684 290136.

Sax & Axe (4-7pm) The White Bear.

The Searchers (legendary 60s band), The Roses Theatre.

! TUES 16th JUNE: Gigspsanner, The Roses Theatre. ! FRI 19th JUNE: Otis Mack, Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

! FRI 26th JUNE: Jazz a Jo-Jo, Yew Tree, Conderton. ! FRI 26th JUNE: Future Set, The Berkeley Arms. ! FRI 26th JUNE: Taylor & Co, Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick. ! SUN 28th JUNE: Max Roache(12.30pm), Yew Tree, Conderton. ! SUN 28th JUNE: Aquarius (4-7pm) The White Bear.

! SUN 21st JUNE: Gastric Band (4-7pm) The White Bear.

! SUN 28th JUNE: Bryn Thomas, Nottingham Arms.

! SUN 21st JUNE: Ian Luther, Nottingham Arms.

! WED 1st JULY: The Three Degrees, The Roses Theatre.

! TUES 23rd JUNE: Rod Clements, The Roses Theatre.

! FRI 3rd JULY: Skrood, Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Remembering the forgotten Tewkesbury RAF Veterans Association has organised Armed Forces Day parade and Service this year to take place at the Baptist Church, Station Road, Tewkesbury on Sunday 28th June.

The Service of ThanksTewkesbury Historical with the long-term congiving commencing at Society said: sequences of their treat2.30 pm and the Parade “We are also aware ment.

Let Them be forming up afterwards in that many of those Forgotten no more - and Oldbury Road, outside who survived - and their Remembered in Holy Trinity Church, at families - had to cope Tewkesbury in 2015!”

4.00pm.

Following the Parade, Light refreshments will be served at the Town Hall.

The service will focus upon VJ Day in August 1945, it was always in the shadow of V.E. Day. The organisers would like to remember the ‘Forgotten Army’ and the Prisoners of National Star College, Ullenwood Manor, War who suffered so Near Cheltenham • Open 9am-1pm dreadfully at the hands of their captors.

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue

EQUESTRIAN WHAT’S ON ! FRIDAY 5th JUNE: Unaffiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206. ! FRIDAY 12th JUNE: Affiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206. ! SAT 13th JUNE: Points League Eventer Challenge -open to all, Deer Park Cross Country Brockhampton, Nr Andoversford GL54 5SH. Tel: (01242) 820881.

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It is important to check hedges, trees, bonfire piles, flower borders, long grass and compost areas at any time of the year, but it is especially important in the spring and summer months when breeding is in full swing.

One of the most frustrating things is that many jobs, which could be carried out during the late summer, autumn or even in the winter months when there is little chance of disturbing any nesting animals, are undertaken right in the middle of the peak breeding season, leading to many unnecessary casualties.

We took a call recently about a nest of baby birds under some tiles on a roof.

The local council had called a team of builders in to replace the fascia and soffit boards on a row of houses and having come across the nest they contacted us for

advice.

The only advice that we can give in these cases is that by law the nest has to be left alone.

Any active bird’s nest has legal protection and it is an offence to touch, disturb, remove or destroy it.

We also received a call about a nest containing babies that had been discovered in a garden shed, on top of some tools. Rather than leaving the nest in situ until the baby birds had fledged (left the nest), the nest was removed and the babies were left on the floor.

I was also horrified to see, on a recent walk in our local woods, a group of forestry workers felling trees – totally irresponsible at this time of year, with the trees being home to many species of wild birds and mammals. Surely if the trees had to be destroyed, it could have been done outside the

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THE JUNE MAKEOVER with Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon This month Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon treats Tina to a new look for spring.

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Tara is tops

Young poet Tara Fulford, 13, has been chosen as the winner of Tewkesbury’s WW1 children’s competition.

The competition was organised by John Savory on behalf of Tewkesbury RAF Veterans Association last August as part of the town’s World War One commemorations.

John invited youngsters to draw, paint or write about the 1914-18 conflict and submit their work for judging. Tara’s poem caught the eye of judges, and was awarded the top prize.

For her efforts Tara

was treated to tea in the Mayor’s Parlour before collecting her prize and being presented with a bouquet of flowers.

Tara is pictured with former Town Mayor Chris Danter. Left is John Savory and right Town Crier, Mike Keen-Price.

This year the town will be marking this year’s anniversaries of world conflicts with commemorative events during the weekend of 1st and 2nd August.

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Tina’s verdict “It is so light it doesn’t even feel as if you have make up on but it covers well.

The eye colour selection is fantastic and I love it.”

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CID MAKEUP SUCCESS

The recent CID makeup evening held at The Royal Hop Pole had a great turnout.

Demonstrations of creating a smokey eye look and contouring took place. The evening was organised

by Ell Hair Salon and raised money for The Air Ambulance.

The next CID event will be in November, themed Get Ready For The Christmas Celebrations. Tickets will be £5.00. Watch Tewkesbury Direct for details.

ASHCHURCH, TEWKESBURY AND DISTRICT RAIL PROMOTION GROUP (ATDRPG) ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

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GOOGLE SEARCH CHANGE TO DOWN GRADE NON RESPONSIVE WEBSITES Websites which look bad on mobile phones will drop down Google’s search rankings - cutting off a major traffic source. Google is due to make a major update to its mobile search algorithm in a move expected to cause ripples across the web. Websites not deemed mobile-friendly will be dropped down the search rankings, dramatically reducing the number of visitors to a site.

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Some search engine ranking experts have called the potential fallout from the changes “mobilegeddon”.

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mobile device, plus links that are too close together, are among the reasons some sites will fall down the mobile ranking list.

Google announced the changes in February, so companies have had just two months to prepare.

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OPEN FARM SUNDAY AT CHURCH FARM

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Tewkesbury resident The day will include Limited parking availJack Lowe, who is runchildrens fairground able. ning it in memory of his rides, live music, barFor more information good friend Cliff Mann. beque, bouncy castle, contact Jack Lowe on Proceeds are in aid of licensed bar, stalls as 07533 623305.

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A festival of music within the liturgy At Tewkesbury Abbey Monday 27th July – Sunday 2nd August David Ireson, Director | Carleton Etherington, Organ | Masses by Frank Martin, Darke & Langlais Requiem by Victoria | Anthems by Bairstow, Britten, Finzi, Harvey, Howells and Parry | New commission by Matthew Martin.

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and machinery, face painting, guided and self guided nature walks.

A local bee keeper will be there as well as a local grain merchant with crops and the end products they get made into and local food producers and butchers in the Village Hall with refreshments being served.

There will be a charge of £2 per adult and children will be free, profits will be split between Village Hall and Air Ambulance.

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ANOTHER SWEET PRODUCTION BY TEWKESBURY MANOR PLAYERS

The Tewkesbury Manor Players annual musical production is always a complete joy to watch and no more so than this year’s production of ‘SWEET CHARITY’.

‘Sweet Charity’ will be she imagines is a lot all the luck and sings ”If performed at The George more complimentary My Friends Could See Watson Hall from than he is in real life.

Me Now”, before Ursula Thursday June 11th until Shockingly, he ends up arrives to reconcile with Saturday June 13th stealing her purse and Vittorio. Vittorio hides performances at 7.30pm pushing her into the Charity in a wardrobe, with a Saturday Matinee lake. She is saved by a where she ends up stayperformance at 2.00pm. passer-by and returns ing overnight. Vittorio ALL tickets priced at empty-handed to the sneaks her out the next £10.00 and available Fandango. morning, and she from The Orange Pig The other girls are returns to the Fandango, High Street Tewkesbury, unsurprised that Charity where she and the girls Box Office 07875 has had her heart broagree “There’s Gotta Be 336475 and ken yet again, and Something Better Than www.manorplayers.com. encourages her to get This!”.

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and that she is paid by the hour for dancing with any man who chooses her.

Now it’s Oscar’s time for confession. He tells her that he already knew what she did.

Oscar assures her that he doesn’t actually care what she does for a living and that he wants to marry her. Charity is thrilled and agrees,

singing “I’m a Brass Band!”.

Charity returns to the Fandango Ballroom to say goodbye to her friends, who are celebrating as they all “Love to Cry at Weddings”.

Oscar meets up with Charity at the Fandango where they decide upon their future.

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COLLECTORS HEAVEN

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The bi-annual toy and collectables auction will be here before you know it.

Taking place on Thursday 18th June when there will be plenty of lots to catch the eye of most collectors.

In the sale there are dolls, houses, a selection of Sindy dolls, railway and militaria, all kinds of toys, books, old keys, cigarette cards, annuals, maps and much more.

The pictured Laurel and Hardy original poster will be sold to the highest bidder, in amazing condition this unframed poster dates from 1934.

Have fun learning a new skill. Sewing and craft classes for all abilities.

If you have any collectables you wish to see, now is the time to get in touch with Beau Howells Auctioneer on 01684 296540.

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TEWKESBURY FLOWER CLUB

Tewkesbury Flower Club’s June meeting will be held at the Watson Hall in Barton Street on Tuesday 2nd June.

Meeting starts at 7.30pm and doors open at 7.00pm.

Visitors welcome and entrance costs £5.00.

The demonstrator is Sandra Gunner and the title of her demonstration is “Magic Moments”

King’s visit celebrated by local artist Local antique dealer and artist Sean Neuvel has faithfully painted the portrait of King Richard III, and the artwork can be seen at Replay Vintage in Church Street.

King Richard Plantagenet was Duke of Gloucester and fought at the Battle of Tewkesbury on the side of the victorious and his body was recently found buried in a car park in Leicester.

Sean, who has created life size historical

characters in art before, thought there may be a link between the King who had stayed in Tewkesbury and the coincidently named Plantagenet House where Replay Vintage is situated.

Kevin Mace Quality Butchers Suppliers of the finest British meats to the retail and catering trade.

Try our homemade Sausages, Burgers, Faggots and Home Cured Bacon We also sell fresh Bread and Pies from the Vale of Evesham Now selling Tewkesbury Mustard, local Honey and a selection of luxury Chutney & Pickles.

TEWKESBURY SWIMMING CLUB FUNDRAISING QUIZ NIGHT

Twyning Village Hall Saturday 13th June from 7pm Pig roast, vegetarian option, licensed bar, prizes. £6 per head, maximum six members per team.

Everyone welcome - you don’t need to be a member of the club to win this battle of wits and walk away with the glory!

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HAVE YOU GOT YOUR TICKETS YET? Tewkesbury has a strong sense of community, and townsfolk have just enjoyed the fun and waterfrolics of the Big Weekend, but there is more to come.

Food and Drink Festival in the Abbey Gardens on the 27th and 28th june where over 60 stalls are expected, then there is the biggest medieval festival in Europe, maybe the world on the 11th and 12th july and the Rotary club’s Classic

There are two thriving music festivals to enjoy, Lakefest at Croft farm Bredons Hardwick on the 7th 8th and 9th August and Appfest at the Farmers Arms Lower Apperley on the 1st August.

We also have the

Vehicle Rally at Tewkesbury School on August 23rd.

With so much happening on the doorstep, perhaps its time to invite a few friends over to our town and enjoy some of the best community events around.

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GOING, GOING, ALL GONE! On Saturday 25th April, Tewkesbury School held its Auction of Promises which proved to be a great success raising a grand total of £4,509.93.

The auction was organised on a budget of zero with all the promises, donations and raffle items generously donated by local businesses, parents, community, governors and staff.

The evening, which was run by a team of Sixth Form students, saw an audience gather for the exciting, fast paced auction of 53 ‘promises’.

The ‘promises’ included a portrait photography session with Jack Boskett; a meal for two with wine and an overnight stay at Hatherley Manor; a Porsche driving experience day at Silverstone; leisure passes for Tewkesbury Park, plus many more exciting items.

A wonderful, luxury hamper was raffled during the evening and the lucky winner was a parent.

There was a great atmosphere on the night and the event was enjoyed by all who attended.

The money has been raised to purchase more outdoor seating for our students and it is hoped that the benches will be ordered prior to May half term.

Ian Coleman, Chair of Governors at the school said, “We are all delighted with the success of our first Auction of Promises which raised a fantastic sum of money.

The Governors would like to extend their thanks to everyone

involved in organising the event, donating the promises to attending and bidding on the evening. This money will have a direct benefit for the students at Tewkesbury School in helping to provide additional outdoor facilities”.

Classic car owners welcome new restoration company Roy Hitchman, partner with new Tewkesbury company, Abbey Classic Cars told us that he is amazed at how many local classic car owners there are that live in this area.

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THE MX GROUP CHOOSE WARNERS A fleet deal of seven Peugeot 308 SW’s has been sealed with Warners Peuget in Tewkesbury.

Nick Robinson, Operations Director, said “We chose Warners of Tewkesbury and the new Peugeot 308 SW as we have dealt with Warners as a business for over twenty years and they have the same beliefs we have and always put the needs of the customer first. Our sales team members spend most of their time on the road visiting clients and we wanted to make sure they had a vehicle equipped with the latest technology and safety features together with class leading economy and the new Peugeot 308 certainly impressed us when we had it on a long term test”.

Nick went on to explain about the MX Group which is a valuable employer in Tewkesbury. Marleton Cross Limited trading as The MX Group was

founded in 1974 by its current Chairman Bernard Robinson.

Since then the Company has grown into a key manufacturer and supplier to the shower industry.

MX produces over 7,500 shower trays a week at its manufacturing site in Tewkesbury, which also acts as its headquarters and transport centre for the Company. Other products they make include electric showers, TMV shower valves, shower accessories, shower hoses and shower enclosures.

The MX shower accessory division operates from its factory located at Ross-on-Wye. The joint venture with manufacturing partners in China makes MX the leading supplier in this market sector.

MX employs circa 200

highly trained and experienced staff, many of whom have spent their entire career in the shower and plumbing industry so fully understand the business in which they operate.

Bernard Robinson, Chairman of MX Group says “Having a great portfolio of products is one thing but delivering a first class service is another. Our vison statement sums up our aspirations – To provide the complete showering solution. Good business relationships are critical, delivering our promise is essential and total trust in a highly competitive market place is a deal maker or breaker” To arrange a test drive in the new 308 or any of the Peugeot range contact Warners on 01684 297575 or visit www.warnerscars.co.uk.

! Pictured with the fleet of seven new Peugeot 308 Sw’s are Claire Millar, Sales Manager at Warners of Tewkesbury and Nick Robinson, Operations Director of MX Group.

AWARD FOR SEVERN UNIT AT TEWKESBURY'S “BIG WEEKEND” Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service was kept busy throughout Tewkesbury's Big Weekend and played a prominent part in all the water based activities ranging from gathering in plastic ducks from the duck racing to helping at the bell boat races and leading the parade of decorated boats.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “We also had the responsibility of looking after safety around the river during the two days and we were honoured to be presented with an award and a mascot from Avon Navigation Trust to thank us for our efforts.

It was an extremely busy weekend and we had

many challenging tasks to contend with and I am pleased that the Unit's training stood us in good stead and it all went well”.

He added “The Unit’s ‘Water Display Team’ was also out twice giving displays on the river showing how to right an overturned dinghy and rescuing casualties from

the water using their rescue cradle. I was also invited to take part in a live interview on BBC Radio Gloucester and present cups to winning Bell Boat Teams. With 12 members of the Unit on duty over the weekend it was an exciting team effort.”

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TEWKESBURY AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES BENEFIT FROM A NEW QUALITY CARE AGENCY Oracle Home Care Services Head Office has opened in Tewkesbury and is providing quality services within Tewkesbury and the surrounding areas.

Emily Sekulic and Melanie Shute have spent over 23 years working in the Health and Social Care sector and met while working for the County Council.

They jointly formed a vision of providing quality care to adults in the community, supporting people to live in their own homes. This vision has now become a reality as they have recently opened their offices situated at The Slipway, Back Of Avon in Tewkesbury.

Oracle Home Care Services offers a range of services including personal care, reablement, sitting services, shopping services, housework, befriending and carer breaks. They

tailor their services to the individual’s needs and create bespoke packages of care with a person centred and flexible approach.

Oracle Home Care Services are hoping to establish themselves as a leading provider of support services in the area and will be offering local job opportunities in the near future.

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Several members of the club arrived in classic sports cars and, along with the helicopter, were able to promote the forthcoming Classic Vehicle Show organised by the Rotary Club and which this year will take place on Sunday 23rd August at Tewkesbury School.

The club will again be supporting the Air Ambulance and a further donation of £1000 is planned.

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FATHERS DAY IN KEMERTON Why not plan an afternoon out in Kemerton for all the family to enjoy this Fathers Day. Several of Kemerton’s lovely gardens will be open to the public. All located in the lower part of the village close to the parish of St. Nicholas.

The church will also be the venue for a performance by the Heart & Soul Choir, performing 3-4pm renowned for their stirring renditions of spiritual music from around the world.

The church will also feature a flower display with face painting and other activities laid on for children.

Gardens open include Kemerton Court which features a fabulous walled garden where fruit trees, vegetables, ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers flourish in perfect harmony. Upper Court is in a beautiful position and has stunning views to a large ornamental lake.

You will also find some hidden gems of ‘garden rooms’ nestled within its

large grounds.

Other gardens include The Old Rectory, Rectory Farm and Ryeclose where tea and refreshments will be served.

Kemerton Gardening Club will be holding a Plant Sale with a wide selection of locally grown hardy border plants, shrubs and colourful annuals as well as second hand gardening books and garden tools.

The Crown pub in the centre of the village will be serving Fathers Day lunches (booking essential).

Entry is £2 per adult (children free) and proceeds raised by the Friends of St Nicholas Church will go towards essential maintenance of this beautiful church.

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Apotropaios is the subject of the next exhibition at Tewkesbury Museum.

The old Greek word quently and sometimes means turning away of still are found during the evil, and the exhibition, renovation of old houswhich starts in early es, including some in June looks at ways this Tewkesbury. was done.

Why not pop in and It was at its height see for yourself just how during the 17th century our ancestors thought witch hunts when all they could keep themmanner of things reputselves safe from a ed to keep away evil witch’s curse. were hidden in chimEntry to the museum neys and elsewhere. in Barton Street is free, Children’s shoes, and it is reputed to have dried cats and witch bota number of ghosts of its tles and other items own. from this era were fre-

SUMMER FETE

St Nicholas Church, Ashchurch, Summer Fete will be held on Saturday 27th June in the church grounds from 12 noon to 4.00pm.

There will be craft, cake and tombola, stalls, plus activities for children.

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SUNDAY 21ST JUNE MIDDAY START ‘PICKNIT IN THE PARK’ To celebrate the knit in Public Week, we will be holding a Picknit in the Park.

This coincides with The Friends of Victoria Gardens Open Day who thoroughly enjoyed us being there last year and have invited us back again.

We had a wonderful day last year, so if you knit, crochet, hand embroider, anything that is mobile, you are more than welcome to join us. All you need to bring is a chair, something to eat and drink (a cheeky flask of gin and tonic maybe).

There is a refreshments stand there, along with essential ice cream van.

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Old photographs required of Tewkesbury and areas readers will be familiar with Tewkesbury Direct will be developing a photographic archive of the local areas on it’s new website due to be launched soon.

We will be looking for photographs of local places as well as old family photographs which often show interesting places in the background.

Sadly many of these pictures that were taken by our parents, grandparents and before are becoming scarce.

If you have any old photos that you would

like to save and share by posting them with us on these pages, please scan and send to tewkesburydirect@gmail.com.

Please give us some information that lends any extra relevance to the picture and ensure that they are your photos and are not bound by copywrite.

We will acknowledge you by name next to the picture.

TEWKESBURY CIVIC SOCIETY AN ILLUSTRATED TALK ON GLOUCESTERSHIRE PUBS

By Angela Panneker Thursday 11th June at 7.30pm in The Elmbury Room Tewkesbury Public Library Members £1.50 Visitors £2.50 Refreshments available

TEDDINGTON PLAYING FIELD GETS A MAKE-OVER In May 2014 a group of Teddington mums got together with the Parish Council to raise money for additional playground equipment at the Orchard Park Playing Field.

The Playing Field Improvements Group recently announced that they have been successful in gaining substantial funding from the National Lottery's Awards for All, Tewkesbury Borough Council's Active Together Grant and the Gloucestershire Playing Field Association.

The improvements include the creation of a path giving access to the entire field and all the facilities. The new features will include a large play tower/climbing frame with slide, an extended adventure trail, a zip-wire, refurbished swings, a boules pit and new seating & picnic tables.

The new playground equipment is being officially unveiled at a Grand Opening Day on Saturday 6 June, with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony performed by the village’s local County Councillor Vernon Smith who has been involved with the project from the very start.

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Tewkesbury’s second-hand bookshop, Bookworm, celebrates its fifth birthday in June, and has big plans for its future in the high street.

To mark the shop’s significant milestone, book fans are invited to a relaunch party taking place on Monday 8 June.

Anna Saunders, Executive Director and founder of the Cheltenham Poetry Festival is supporting the event, which is open to the public from 11 am. Anna will be on hand to chat about her experience of running such a large and successful literature event in the Cotswolds which co-incidentally is also in its fifth year.

Over the next few months volunteers will be making a few changes and improvements at Bookworm.

“We are re-inventing how we organise the bookshop”, comments spokesperson Karen Brennan “The way we shop has changed, busy people do their shopping online.

We are more particular about how we choose to spend our leisure time. So taking into account these factors we have to offer

more than shelves of books.

“Footfall in Tewkesbury is often unpredictable,” continues Karen “the summer months are the busiest with additional visitors to the town, and we need to make sure we cater for their needs too”.

The idea for an independent second-hand bookshop in the town centre came about after the closure of the wellestablished Oxfam Bookshop in the high street in 2010. Former Oxfam bookshop volunteer Karen Brennan felt there was still a place for a small specialist charity bookshop in Tewkesbury, and with a small group of core volunteers set up Bookworm in an empty retail unit at the south end of the high street near to The Cross.

Bookworm relies on donations from the public, and through the sales of books, CDs, DVDs and stamps makes annual donations to

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charities and good causes. Throughout the year volunteers are also involved in other fundraising activities from cake sales to running the Abbey tea rooms to supplement the shop’s income. Recently Bookworm launched a virtual bookshop selling specialist and high value books online through EBay. Bookworm supports Cancer Research UK as its main charity, and last year donated £3,000 to the charity as well as making donations to Tewkesbury Hospital, Tewkesbury in Bloom and the Tewkesbury Christmas Lights appeal. The shop works in partnership with the Pied Piper Appeal helping to sell their stamps at the shop to support the Appeal.

Bookworm is now offering light refreshments and homemade cakes which are proving popular, and during the summer months a range of specialist homemade ice creams in flavours such as apricot, lemon curd and damson will be on the menu.

The shop also provides a base for the Bookworm Tewkesbury Transport scheme which provides a door to door service for those with medical and hospital appointments for a reasonable charge.

Volunteer drivers are always welcome as currently there are not enough drivers to meet the demand for the service. If you would like to volunteer please ring 01684 438385.

Karen Brennan and fellow volunteers look forward to welcoming you to the launch party on Monday 8 June, pop into the shop at any time from 11am to 5 pm.

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SHAME ON OUR STARS IN THEIR EYES ‘LITTERBUGS’ CONTESTANT SUPPORTS THE TEWKESBURY POPPY APPEAL ANTS RANT by Anthony Stockman

Britain over the last 25 years has become a disgusting, toxic, flyblown nation of litterbugs; what’s worse is that up to now it seems no-one cares.

The facts are eye-watering, since, every day, more than 2 million items of rubbish are dumped across the country!

Drive along some of our minor roads, especially country lanes and you’ll see, flung out of car windows, a trail of fast food cartons, containers, bags and cups from major fast food and coffee shops; you name it; you’ll find it! And it gets worse: night time attracts the fly tippers!

Overnight a fresh pile of old tyres appear in a gateway, or there’ll be an old mattress, a bed frame, fridges, washing machines chucked into a field and even the other day – a loo and cistern!

One quote I saw was that ‘’our verges look no better than Naples after a refuse collectors strike.’’ And then there are our pavements, covered in 50p sized black spots of chewing gum spat out by those that don’t give a damn. Do that in the States and you’ll face an instant $100 fine. Those spots of chewing gum kill thousands of birds every year, because they starve to death after getting it stuck in their beaks. Many dog owners who walk their dogs in the country are just as guilty; yes, they pick up the mess, but then leave the bag dangling in the hedge like some perverse Christmas decoration!

Littering is a total disgrace and has become a national epidemic – and it’s high time we took a very serious view of it as they do in America.

When I was in California, I couldn’t help but notice how clean everywhere was – and how pleasant it made the great outdoors. I enquired how this had come about and how they’d achieved such a change. The answer was simple: rigidly enforced fines and court appearances to those that offended. $250 for a first offence, rising to $1000 for deliberate fly tipping!

Coming back to this country was a rude awakening, as the moment the car pulled out of the tunnel at

Heathrow, there it was – detritus city!

So what does this ‘couldn’t care less’ attitude cost this country?

Well, at the turn of the century, clearing up cost £4 million a week, roughly £200 million a year. Guess what – now it costs 5 times that!

Close to a £billion! And that’s money badly needed elsewhere, so we need to do something about it - and do it fast, before Britain becomes the biggest dustbin in Europe! It is my my opinion (and that of many others), that litterbugs should pursued, fined, named and shamed.

The laws should be rigorously enforced, as they are in the US and perhaps then, only then, our towns and our country may become pleasant places to be in again.

Talented singer Annie Martin, who is due to take to the stage at The Roses Theatre this month to help raise funds for Poppy Appeal, has recently enjoyed TV success.

The Stroud based artist, who enjoys performing songs from the 1940’s era, has appeared on the hit talent show ‘Stars in their Eyes’. The show returned to our screens in January after a nine year gap and was hosted by comedian Harry Hill.

Annie’s claim to fame is that she was chosen to open the first show of the 2015 series.

On Sunday 28th June Annie will join a raft of talented performers in a charity variety show being hosted by

Tewkesbury branch of the British Legion. We Salute You! is billed as a ‘magical’ evening of commemorative entertainment, music and song created to mark national Armed Forces Day. Profits from ticket sales will be donated to the Poppy Appeal.

Marches Military Wives Choir will be providing a perfectly pitched performance adding a contemporary twist and actors from Twyning Players are due to entertain the audience with

highlights from the long running TV comedy ‘Allo Allo’. The finale is a flag waving sing-along of popular war time songs.

British Legion spokesperson Peter Godwin comments “We are lucky to have so many talented performers on stage backing the poppy appeal. It’s going to be a very special evening, and with the anniversaries of many significant world conflicts being marked in 2015, this is an opportunity for people to show

their support for our brave service men and women on a local level”.

Tewkesbury Solicitors firm Thomson and Bancks is sponsoring the event which is aimed at boosting the town’s fundraising efforts for the Poppy Appeal.

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HEADSHAVING TEWKESBURY’S BIG WEEKEND EVENT RAISES PROVES TO BE A BIG SUCCESS AGAIN FUNDS FOR CLIC – CAN YOU HELP WITH TBW2016?

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Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend 2015, held on the Bank Holiday weekend of 2nd and 3rd May, again proved to be a great success. For the second year running we were raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, The Avon Navigation Trust, and this year for The Roses Theatre too, and whilst we are still awaiting the final figure we are hopeful of exceeding last year’s £3,000.

Once again there was run in conjunction with the popular walking The Happy Dog Training parade – this year’s Co, with funds being theme was Musicals and split between TBW and we had an array of The Vale Wildlife chimney sweeps, charHospital which raised acters from Grease, the £880 on its own! A fanTin Man, Cowardly Lion tastic achievement. and Scarecrow, even The weekend is aimed jungle animals, as well at highlighting the comas The Manor Players in munity spirit in town, as their Sweet Charity outwell as getting people to fits. enjoy the river, the town The River activities centre and all the attrachad a theme of Henley tions the town has to and there was a great offer. turnout for the boat As organisers we parade, plastic duck rachave to thank all those ing and Bell Boat who helped, and those Racing. The weekend who put up with any also saw a local busidisruptions caused by ness event in The the activities. To ensure George Watson Hall, a the continuance of TBW Northern Soul evening, through 2016 and stalls in the Town Hall beyond more volunteers and Gardens, and a are needed at an early riverside market, as well stage, and anyone interas fairground activities, ested in helping with the and a climbing wall at organisation should Back of Avon. email Carol Crilly at carTwo of the new addiolcrilly@btinternet.com tions to prove a huge in the first instance, or success were the ferry for riverside events conrunning to and from tact Paul at Twyning, and the Dog hope29@talktalk.net.

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FIRE ADVICE FOR A SAFER SUMMER Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue service is asking local people to stay safe this summer as they make the most of the weather and enjoy the great outdoors.

Whether you are camping, cooking or exploring this summer, by following some top tips you can enjoy your adventures and stay safe.

The fire and rescue service is particularly keen to get the message out about safe summer campsite BBQs and are urging people to be aware of the hidden risks of carbon monoxide poisoning when using a disposable, gas or charcoal BBQ. Carbon monoxide can’t be seen, smelt or tasted but can cause lifethreatening affects, quickly and without warning.

Stewart Edgar, Chief Fire Officer for Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue service said, “Some of this advice is common sense however from time to time we all need reminders. Whilst we do not want to stop anyone having fun on holiday we strongly encourage you to not take risks this summer.”

Cllr Will WindsorClive, cabinet member for fire, planning and infrastructure said, “If you are planning an amazing summer exploring the county we encourage you to take a look at some safety advice first. It will help make your trip safer and more enjoyable in the long run if accidents can be avoided.”

More top tips for a safe summer include: Tents • Allow at least 6m spacing between tents and caravans and ensure they are away from parked cars to reduce the risk of fire spreading • Never use candles in or near a tent – torches are safer • Keep cooking appliances away from the tent walls and never cook inside a small tent, near flammable materials or long grass; they can all set alight easily • Make sure you know how to escape by cutting your way out of the tent if there’s a fire • Make sure everyone knows how to put out clothing that’s on fire – stop, drop and roll • Don’t smoke inside tents Caravans • Fit and test a smoke alarm in your caravan • Take special care

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Even if you have finished cooking your BBQ should remain outside as it will still give off fumes for some hours after use • BBQ’s need to be lit with the correct lighter fuel and placed in a position where the fire does not spread to wooden fence, sheds or conifers.

Never use petrol to light a fire • Never use a BBQ inside to keep you warm • Never leave a lit BBQ unattended or while sleeping • Place your cooking area well away from your tent.

Always ensure there is an adequate supply of fresh air in the area where the BBQ is being used • Only use appliances in accordance with the operating instructions • Remember the signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning – headaches, dizziness, breathlessness, nausea, collapse and loss of con-

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Sunlight shining through glass can start a fire. Take them home or put them in a waste or recycling bin If you discover a fire: • Do not be tempted to investigate • Leave the area as quickly as possible and call 999 and ask for the fire and rescue service • Do not return unless the fire and rescue service tells you that it is safe to do so For more information on fire safety, please visit www.facebook.com /firekills.

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PROTECTING YOUR HOME AND CAR Over the last few weeks we have had several burglaries of dwellings and out- buildings, writes Temporary Inspector Henry Wright of Tewkesbury Police.

The common themes have been entry gained to the rear garden and then patio doors forced or simply a brick thrown through the glass.

This obviously makes a lot of noise and hopefully it will be heard by a neighbour or passer who will ring the police.

There are measures you can take to make the rear of your premises more secure.

The back garden is the most vulnerable part of a house and requires careful attention to security. Fences offer vital protection for a house and can deter burglars from committing a burglary.

It has been said that a 2 metre (6'6") fence all around the back garden will help keep the house secure but, unfortunately, most burglars are quite athletic and such a fence can be scaled.

If the fence is topped with 30 to 45cms (1218") of open-ended or other similarly weak trellising, i.e. that cannot support the weight of a human, the prospective burglar will be unable to climb it without a risk of being seen and physically breaking the trellising.

The noise of this alone and the risk of injury is a deterrent in itself.

As an alternative to trellis plants can be grown along a series of wires stretched between post extensions.

All types of perimeter fencing can be softened with the right species of plants thereby reducing what can often be seen as an overly aggressive method to reduce criminal opportunity.

Hedges and shrubs in the front garden should be kept to a height of no more than 3' in order to avoid giving a burglar a screen behind which he can conceal himself.

Gravel paths prevent a silent approach and might alert the occupier to somebody's presence.

In addition to the above measures don’t make the burglars life easy should they manage to climb into your garden.

Make sure any bricks or stones left over from DIY projects are secured away or re-cycled , all tools need to be securely stored in the garage or a locked shed.

Any ladders stored outside in the garden need to be chained and pad-locked to a secure post.

One other worrying trend which has happened twice is that vehicle keys have been removed through the letter box probably using a length of wire or a stick.

Please do not leave your car keys on the stairs or hanging on a coat hook near the front door. Take you vehicle keys upstairs at night or place them in a drawer where they cannot be seen from outside.

I have added a checklist of actions below which if followed will greatly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of burglary.

•Close and lock all your doors and windows, even if you are only going out for a few minutes.

•Set your burglar alarm.

•Make sure the side and/or back gate is locked.

•Lock your shed or garage.

•Make sure that any valuables are not in sight.

•Put keys out of reach of letterboxes.

•In the evening, shut the curtains and leave some lights on.

•Never leave car documents or ID in obvious places such as kitchens or hallways.

•If you are going to be away for days or weeks at a time, you will need to take additional action, such as cancelling newspaper and milk deliveries.

•Consider asking your neighbours to close curtains, or park on your drive.

•Use a timer device to automatically turn lights and a radio on at night.

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POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

FLAME OF HOPE SHOULD NEVER GO OUT I have just been watching the news and seeing harrowing pictures from Nepal in the wake of the earthquakes there, writes clinical hypnotherapist and counsellor David Slater. selves as the holder of motto. And waiting no It’s flame rapidly People were coming the candle of Hope we longer it goes out diminishes and goes out together burning candles can see that within each through lack of care. completely. to their gods praying for one of us is the power Suddenly a child The second one says, relief for themselves, and ability to reignite entered the room and “I am FAITH. Most of all their families and their the flame in a friend, a saw the three candles I am no longer considcountry. What good was colleague, a family memnot burning. “Why are ered indispensable, so it that doing you may ask? ber, yes, and a stranger you not burning? I think does not make any sense Maintaining their hope. too, to restore Hope, that you are supposed to that I stay lit any longer.

It made me think Faith, Peace and Love in stay lit till the end.”

There is little point in it.” more about candles and their lives when they When he entered the When it finished talkthe job that they do. may have been spending room only one candle, ing a breeze softly blew In a room there were some time in the dark. the fourth one in the on it putting it out. four candles burning.

For the candle bears row, was burning Sadly, the third candle The ambiance that they light too and it is within Saying this the child spoke in its turn. “I am created was so soft you the power of each one of began to cry. He was so LOVE. I have not got the could believe that you us to pass on that light; upset that he was not strength to stay lit. So could actually hear them to make sure that able to enjoy the light often I have to struggle talking. the candle is never and life of all the candles to be recognised. People The first one said, “I extinguished. together. Then the fourth put me aside and don’t am PEACE, however There is that popucandle said, “Don’t be understand my massive nobody can keep me lar and well used expresafraid. While I am still importance. They even lit.Look at the world sion "I've seen the burning we can re-light forget to love those who around me. Peace is one light!". During the comthe other candles, I am are nearest to them. of the most fragile things ing month, in this trouHOPE.” The little boy They care only for themfor so many in this 21st bled world of ours where took the candle of Hope selves. "Number One century. I believe I will natural disasters are in his hand and touched reigns" seems to be their go out.” affecting millions of peothe wicks of the other ple around the globe, three and soon they where poverty prevents were all alight together people from being able "That's how it should to flourish in life, where be," said the boy, and he David Slater, BA, DHyp, MHA, people are facing their was happy again.

Clinical Hypnotherapist and Counsellor own particular problems The flame of Hope I would urge that you should never go out 01684 290305 take on board the refrom our life. We need Stop smoking ; Beat Anxiety sponsibility to help othremember that each of ers to share in that light. us can maintain HOPE, and Depression, Help maintain that FAITH, PEACE and Weight control, Fears and Phobias, essential HOPE in your LOVE within our own Confidence lives and those of others. lives but we can also And much, much more It is a power that we all share and maintain I CARE ABOUT YOUR CARE! have. We need to use these in the lives of othit rather than lose it ! ers www.davidslater-hypnotherapy.co.uk David Slater If we look at our-

HYPNOSIS FOR HEALTH

Cathy’s Charity Challenge Local lifeguard and swimming instructor Cathy Dudfield (pictured) is taking part in her toughest challenge yet, when she competes in the Cotswold 113 Half Ironman later this month.

The event, at Cotswold Water Park on Sunday 14th June, consists of a 1.9km swim, 90km cycle ride and a 21.1km run Cathy, who has worked at Cascades in Tewkesbury for nearly eight years, has chosen to raise money for the charity CRY. CRY researches into heart problems in the young, as well as supporting families who have either lost or have a youngster with a heart condition.

Leanne Haddrell (19872008), was a keen sportswoman who worked at Cascades as a lifeguard for almost four years. In April 2008, Leanne contracted a virus which triggered an unknown heart condition. Leanne never recovered, and sadly is no longer with us today. To help her parents come to terms with Leanne’s death, a memorial fund was set up with CRY in her name.

Cathy said “I have known Leanne’s parents for many years, and worked with Leanne for a few months before she sadly passed away.

“Any sponsorship would be gratefully received and would help to support this worthy charity.”

You can sponsor Cathy by using the link UK.Virginmoneygiving.com/CathyDudfield.

Cathy would also like to thank Crystal Rivers restaurant for their donation of a £25 meal voucher, which she will be giving away in a sweepstake competition of guessing the total finish time.

Cathy herself has a prolapsed disc, but believes running helps to manage her condition.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES - CHELTENHAM Locally, Clearway Doors & Windows Ltd has been one of the market leaders in domestic PVCu and aluminium installations for over three decades. As part of our continuing development plans we are recruiting the following staff to join our team:

Experienced Domestic Window and Door installers

Commercial Contracts Manager

Due to high demand for Clearway’s quality aluminium and PVCu products, we need to recruit meticulous skilled installers for our Retail Division. Applicants must be well presented and able to work to a very high standard. Ideally they should be MTC card holders, although training will be given for the right candidates. Immediate start, permanent employed positions. Benefits: all work wear, PPE and tools provided. Modern fully-equipped vans. Very competitive rates of pay, company pension and profit-share scheme.

Experienced Commercial Window, Door and Curtain Wall Installers Clearway’s Commercial Division is looking for professional installers to work on various projects including new build, local authority school and hospital refurbishment and blue chip client sites. Benefits: all work wear, PPE and tools provided.

Modern fully-equipped vans. Very competitive rates of pay, company pension and profit share scheme.

to manage our expanding Commercial Division. Experience in commercial aluminium systems such as SAPA, Smart and ALUK preferred - including curtain wall. Applicants must be excellent communicators and managers, able to work to strict procedures and time scales. Benefits: attractive salary package, company pension and profit-share scheme.

Aluminium Order Processor to work for our Commercial Division. Experience of processing aluminium projects using Logic or Logikal software systems preferred, but training will be given to the right candidate. Applicants must be accurate and able to work to strict procedures and time scales. Benefits: Attractive salary package, company pension and profit-share scheme.

All applications by phone or email to Charlotte Barr 01242 513322 or info@clearway-d-w.co.uk CLEARWAY DOORS & WINDOWS LTD 3 MANOR PARK BUSINESS CENTRE MACKENZIE WAY• CHELTENHAM • GL51 9TX Based in Cheltenham and established in 1983, Clearway have over 30 years' experience helping customers transform their homes.

We offer an unbeatable range of double glazed windows, doors and conservatories in aluminium, PVCu and composite materials.

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JO FIGGETT SEWING & DRY CLEANING at Monarch Drycleaners 8 Mitton Way, Tewkesbury GL20 8AN • 24 Hour Assistance • General Repairs • Maintenance • Minor Development Work Undertaken Electrical - Carpentry - Plumbing “Flexibility Is Our Strength”

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