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Dear Reader, Here's hoping you had a wonderful Christmas and you have been able to take some time out to relax! Thank you to our readers for supporting the local businesses that advertise with us. From all of us at Glos Directories and Bishop's Cleeve Magazine, we would like to wish all our readers and local businesses a Happy and amazing New Year, may 2016 bring all you have wished for and more! If you have made some New Year's Resolutions for 2016, have a look at Richard Denny's article on page 9, where he has some great tips on goal setting. Our other monthly articles are as always a great read too and we've included some extra puzzles for you to enjoy over the holidays, so grab a cup of tea and sit back with your January issue of Bishop's Cleeve Magazine. See you in February! Best wishes,
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A Vintage Year “A person going nowhere normally gets there” is a well-known and irritating saying but sadly true. January is the month when many of us think about the year ahead and what we hopefully will do in the year. These thoughts are usually driven by what will make us and our loved ones happy. So we often start with New Year’s resolutions of losing some weight, getting a little fitter or giving up some bad habit. Unfortunately these well intentioned resolutions (not really goals) gradually get superseded by the pressures of life, a lack of determination or realisation of the sheer joy and pleasure resulting from their achievement. Just such a small price of effort can and will reap years of fulfilment and joy. January is also the month for thoughts about real achievement goal setting. Apparently this is the month when most people chose their holidays and talk and think about other things they want to do, own, or achieve in the year ahead.
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1916: Happy New Year? The Great War which had started in August 1914 had not been over by Christmas as everyone had expected. Instead it had developed into a stalemate in the trenches of the Western Front and by Christmas 1915 things had hardly changed at all. For this month's article I thought it would be interesting to reflect on life in our local communities during wartime as 1916 dawned out of 1915 a century ago. It was soon very obvious from my researches that the war had made little impact on daily life at home and so most people would have been able to wish each other a Happy New Year. Take for example the concerns of Bishop's Cleeve Parish Council. At the turn of the year its main concern was to appoint 'a good man' to oversee the laying of sewers in Bishop's Cleeve, Southam and
Woodmancote. Harry Goring was the lucky person to be chosen from the ten applicants. When the council was asked by the government to expand the agricultural land in the parish, the brief reply recorded in the council's minute book was that 'there was as much under cultivation as labour could be found for'. Later on in 1916 when the bloody battles of the Somme and Verdun were raging on the Western Front, the council's main concern was having to pay Bayshill Motor Works in Cheltenham ÂŁ6.15s (ÂŁ6.75p) to repair the village's fire engine. Over the hill in Winchcombe as 1915 drew to a close the Parish Council's minutes did, however, record that the council expressed its sympathy to its vice-chairman Albert Day, landlord of the George Inn, on the death of his son Charles in Gallipoli. Charles had emigrated to Australia in 1911 and had joined the Australian army. Later in the new year the councillors expressed concerns
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that the soldiers recovering from their wounds in the war hospital in the former infants' school on the corner of Vineyard Street were leaving their chairs out in Abbey Terrace creating a danger to pedestrians during the hours of darkness. Down the road in Gotherington the Parish Council minutes lack any reference to the war. Its main concern at the turn of the year was providing a new trough for the village pump! Desperate for some references to the war, I then turned to the Gloucestershire Echo. Here at least were short reports from the various theatres of the war from around the world, but the paper overall reinforced my conclusion that life on the home front was carrying on largely as normal. The New Year's Eve ball at Cheltenham Town Hall had been a great success with four hundred people enjoying the location where 'everything and everyone was bright and gay'. The reference that 'The khaki uniform was very prominent' did, however, remind readers that there was a war in progress. Aladdin was playing to full houses at the Opera House in Regent Street and 'the crowds in the centre of Cheltenham on the last night of the old year were anything but depressed'. New Year's Day fell on a Saturday and the following Monday saw the start of Cavendish House's annual winter sale. Yet there were a few echoes of concern about the wartime situation. At Tewkesbury Abbey on New Year's Eve it was
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reported that the National Day of Penitence had been observed. It was also reported that the first Sunday in January had been set aside for a Day of Humble Prayer because the nation was facing 'a new year of such tense anxiety'. So perhaps it wasn't quite such a Happy New Year after all. - by David Aldred
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Make Room for Roses by Pippa Greenwood
It’s the perfect time of year to plant roses, and there should be a good selection in local garden centres or from specialist rose nurseries. Although roses look good in beds, borders and containers, why not create your own fantasy rose arch or roseclad arbour? Transform an existing arch or pergola by planting roses now to ensure fabulous colour for many summers to come. Alternatively, create your own using sturdy timber or buy a good quality wooden or metal arch or pergola kit. Start by deciding whether to use ramblers or climbers to cover your pergola or arch. Ramblers are easier to train but only flower once a year, whereas many climbers have two flowering periods or flower intermittently for months. Many roses are strongly coloured, so ensure that these will look good with adjacent planting and will not clash with nearby painted or treated surfaces such as decking or garden furniture. Perfume is a vital ingredient - walking beneath an arch or pergola laden with perfumed roses on a warm summer’s evening takes some beating! If you get your roses delivered, don’t be put off if they have
somewhat lopsided roots, uninspiring woody stems and little else. This is normal, but despite their forlorn appearance they usually establish well. Do try to plant as soon as possible, but if not make sure that you keep the root systems moist by wrapping in thoroughly moistened hessian or by burying the roots temporarily in garden soil. Make your planting hole close to the base of the arch or pergola: a distance of about 30 – 45 cm (12 – 18 in) works well, but keep away from concrete footings or other material located in the soil. Although roses quite like fairly heavy soil, for clay soils likely to waterlogging prepare a sizeable area before planting by digging in well rotted manure, garden compost and grit, which also ensures good fertility. If the roots of bare root roses are lopsided and crammed together, spread them out before planting. Soak the roots in water for a couple of hours before prising them apart, prune out any which have been damaged and plant the rose immediately. Ensure you plant at the correct depth: the swollen graft point slightly above where the roots start protruding should be just above soil level. Once in place,
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A four pawed health kick for 2016! A new business has launched in Cheltenham, offering dog owners in the area a home based alternative to kennels Run by Alexis Bennett and her puppy Brea, the newest branch of Wagging Tails gives dogs their very own holiday as the only guest in the home of a specially selected dog carer. All Wagging Tails carers are experienced current or former dog owners, are at home during the day, have been licenced by their local council and are fully insured. Alexis, a resident of Uckington, has been a dog lover for many years. Having recently welcomed Brea into her family, she is embracing the joys of her company and is looking forward to the health benefits of walks on crisp, bright January mornings. New Year is often a time when people think about their health, with resolutions made (and subsequently broken!) to go to the gym or start a diet. Many people are unaware of the health benefits of having a dog in the home. These benefits go far beyond the physical improvements associated with gym membership or dieting. Writing in the British Journal of Health Psychology, Dr Deborah Wells reviewed a number of previous research papers concluding that dog ownership can be shown to help prevent us from becoming ill, facilitate recovery from ill health, reduce levels of anxiety, loneliness and depression as well as enabling greater social interaction for owners. Dog ownership obviously brings a significant amount of responsibility and commitment, something that many, for a number of reasons, are unwilling or unable to take on. You do not necessarily have to own a dog to benefit your health and wellbeing, as many
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MARTIN LEWIS MARTIN LEWIS Bank Accounts Fancy some free cash? Well, those generous bowler hatted ladies and gents Bank Accounts at your bank are giving it away. Quite literally, they will to pay you up to £150
to switch bank account - and, as it can also improve the service and features, Fancy grab some it. free cash? Well, those generous bowler hatted ladies and gents at your bank are giving it away. Quite literally, they will to pay you up to £150 toThe switch account - and, market as it canisalso service and features, bankbank account switching red improve hot, withthe many banks willing to pay grab it. custom. for your The bank switching market is red hot, with many banks willing to pay Here areaccount the 10 need-to-knows. for your custom. Q. You’re talking about switching, but I’ve heard all types of horror stories? Here are the 10 need-to-knows. Martin’s A: Much of that is a legacy opinion from a few years ago. We’ve just celebrated the second birthday of what’s called ‘seven-day switching’, and Q.that’s You’re talking about butaI’ve all of types of horror made the processswitching, easier. I did pollheard of 100s people on mystories? Facebook Martin’s A: Much a legacy opinion from a fewand years ago. We’ve just page who’d triedofit that and is 82% said they found it 'easy hassle-free', while celebrated the second problems. birthday of what’s called ‘seven-day switching’, and only 4% experienced that’s made the process easier. I did a poll of 100s of people on my Facebook page who’d tried and apply 82% said 'easy and hassle-free', In practice, whenit you for athey newfound bank itaccount, assuming you’rewhile only 4% experienced problems. accepted, three things happen within seven working days: In1.practice, whenorders you apply for a new bank assuming All standing and direct debits areaccount, moved for you. you’re accepted, three thingsis happen 2. Your old account closed. within seven working days: 3. All payments to your old account are auto-forwarded for three years. 1. All standing orders and direct debits are moved for you. 2.Yet Your closed.try it – last year only 2% changed bank accounts – stillold faraccount too fewispeople 3.strange All payments to your old account are auto-forwarded for their threebanks. years. So my as my mailbag is full of people complaining about message is stop bitching and start switching. Yet still far too few people try it – last year only 2% changed bank accounts – strange full of people complaining about their banks. So my Q. OK, as so my it’s mailbag easy, butiswhat’s this about free money? message is stop bitching and start switching. Martin’s A: Many of the challenger banks (those who want to break the Q.dominance OK, so it’s of easy, this about money? thebut old what’s ones) want you tofree switch to them so much they’re willing to pay you to do it. Martin’s A: Many of the challenger banks (those who want to break the dominance of the old ones) you to switchattomse.me/bankaccounts. them so much they’re But, There’s a full rundown andwant eligibility criteria willing to here pay you it. in brief, areto thedocurrent top picks: There’s a full rundown and eligibilitya criteria at mse.me/bankaccounts. But, – - FirstDirect.co.uk gives switchers free £100 (or more via some websites) incash brief,comes here are the28 current top picks: and paying in £1,000. within days of switching - FirstDirect.co.uk switchers a free £100 (or more via some websites) – Othergives benefits: It’s won every customer service poll I’ve ever run, cash comes within 28 it days of switching and paying in £1,000. 92% rate great, it has a linked 6% regular saver, 0% overdraft up to £250. Other benefits: It’s won every customer service poll I’ve ever run, 92% rate it great, it has a linked 6% regular 0% days overdraft - Halifax.co.uk/Reward gives a free £100 within threesaver, working of up switching.to £250. Other benefits: Pays £5 each month as long as you’re in credit. - Halifax.co.uk/Reward gives a free £100 within three working days of switching. - The marksandspencer.com current account gives a free £100 M&S gift card Other benefits: Payswithin £5 each month of asswitching. long as you’re in credit. (or more via some websites), a month - The marksandspencer.com current account gives you a free £100 M&S Other benefits: Unlike other accounts, don’t have to gift paycard in a (or more via set some websites), within month of switching. monthly amount (seea next question) linked 6% regular saver, 0% overdraft up to £100. Other benefits: Unlike other accounts, you don’t have to pay in a set monthly amount (see next question) linked 6% regular saver, Q. Can anyone get these? 0%You’ll overdraft up to £100.to get these. Though most people who Martin’s A: be credit scored have an existing bank account should be fine (unless it’s a basic account). Q. Can anyone get these? Martin’s A: You’ll be credit scored to get these. Though people who and Yet to get the bonuses, you normally need to use theirmost switching service have account be fine (unless basicwith account). haveana existing couple ofbank direct debitsshould or standing orders setit’s up.a Plus First Direct, you must meet a minimum pay-in requirement, equivalent of £13,200 a year Yet to get the bonuses, you normally need toause switching service and – effectively a way of requiring you to earn settheir amount. have a couple of direct debits or standing orders set up. Plus with First Direct, you must meet a minimum pay-in equivalent of £13,200 If you have irregular income, M&Srequirement, is the only one not to demand this.a year – effectively a way of requiring you to earn a set amount.
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Q. Aren’t there also accounts that pay high interest on your savings? Martin’s A: Yes that’s another form of competition, and if you have higher savings, that is likely to be more lucrative in the long run than grabbing the Q.switchers Aren’t there also accounts that pay high interest on your savings? bonuses. Martin’s A: Yes that’s another form of competition, and if you have higher savings, to be more lucrative in the long grabbing the The bigthat oneisislikely the Santander.co.uk 123 account – it run paysthan up to 3% cashback switchers bonuses. on certain household bills and up to 3% AER interest if you have between £3,000 - £20,000 in it. Its £24 a year fee is rising to £60 in January, yet if The big one the£5,000 Santander.co.uk 123 account it pays upit’s tostill 3% likely cashback you’ve got isover savings and earn some –cashback, you’re onwinner certain(full household up to 3% interest if you have betweenblog) analysis bills of if and it’s worth it inAER my www.mse.me/santanderfee £3,000 - £20,000 in it. Its £24 a year fee is rising to £60 in January, yet if you’ve gotless, overthe £5,000 savings and Club earn Lloyds some cashback, it’s still likelyifyou’re If you’ve lloydsbank.com pays 4% AER interest you’ve winner analysisinofit ifand it’sboth worth it in my www.mse.me/santanderfee blog) £4,000(full to £5,000 TSB.co.uk and Nationwide.co.uk pay 5%, but only on up to £2,000 with TSB and £2,500 with Nationwide for the first year. If you’ve less, the lloydsbank.com Club Lloyds pays 4% AER interest if you’ve £4,000 to £5,000 in it and both and Nationwide.co.uk payto5%, but Q. Once I’ve switched and gotTSB.co.uk the free bonus, can I switch again another only onaccount? up to £2,000 with TSB and £2,500 with Nationwide for the first year. bank Martin’s A: Yes, there’s nothing stopping you continually switching. But Q.remember, Once I’ve switched and got the free bonus, can open I switch againaccount, to another you’ll be credit scored every time you a bank so bank try toaccount? minimise opening too many accounts in a short space of time, Martin’s A: Yes, there’s nothing continually Butlike a especially if you’re going to be stopping applying you for credit in the switching. near future, remember, mortgage.you’ll be credit scored every time you open a bank account, so try to minimise opening too many accounts in a short space of time, especially you’re- are going to be applying for credit in the near future, like a Q. I hateifbanks there any other options? mortgage. Nationwide, as mentioned above, is a building society, so it’s owned by its members, and it’s got decent offers. Or see if your local credit union (a local Q.savings I hate and banks - areco-op) thereisany options? loans oneother of 500 that offer bank accounts via ABCUL at Nationwide, as mentioned above, is a building society, so it’s owned by its findyourcreditunion.co.uk members, and it’s got decent offers. Or see if your local credit union (a local savings loans co-op) 500 that bank accounts via ABCUL at Q. I’m and often in the red –is one can Iofswitch to aoffer 0% overdraft? findyourcreditunion.co.uk An overdraft's a debt like any other, so if you often go into it, cutting its cost makes it easier to clear. FirstDirect.com has a £250 0% overdraft, and you Q.can I’mput often the itred – can I switch to a 0%clearing overdraft? thein £125 pays switchers towards the overdraft too – a big Anboon. overdraft's a debt like any other, may so if give you often go 0% intooverdraft, it, cuttingcredit its cost Nationwide.co.uk/flexdirect a bigger makes easier to clear. FirstDirect.com has50p/day a £250 after, 0% overdraft, youit score itdepending, but only for a year. It’s so aim toand clear can put the £125 it pays switchers towards clearing the overdraft too – a big before then. boon. Nationwide.co.uk/flexdirect may give a bigger 0% overdraft, credit score depending, but only for a year. It’s 50p/day after, so aim to clear it Q. What before then.if I can’t get a bank account? Sadly, more than a million people in the UK don't have a bank account. For all the top pick deals above, you’ll need to pass a credit score. Q. What if I can’t get a bank account? Sadly, a million people inthere the UK a bank account. Yet ifmore that’sthan not going to happen, is adon't way. have As long as you've ID, For the topbepick above, you’ll no-overdraft need to pass service, a credit though score. you youallshould abledeals to get a no-frills, need to ask the right way. Yet if that’s not going to happen, there is a way. As long as you've ID, you should be able getthe a no-frills, no-overdraft service, though you When applying, asktofor specific account by name – otherwise you need askforms the right way. couldtoget for standard accounts, then get rejected. The better options include Barclays.co.uk Cash Card and Co-operativebank.co.uk When applying,(not askavailable for the specific account by name – otherwise you Cashminder to bankrupts). could get forms for standard accounts, then get rejected. 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If your New Year’s resolution is to refresh your home with a fashionable look, interiors expert Katherine Sorrell can help.
Where do I start?
Think about what parts of your home feel most tired and unloved - perhaps walls could do with a wash of fresh paint. Dulux’s colour of the year is Cherished Gold, a goldinfluenced ochre that can be used on its own as a statement or as a highlight in combination with other hues. The overall colour palette for this year is muted, warm and soft yet also sophisticated - think coral, not orange; ochre not yellow and midnight, not blue. Another of Dulux’s 2016 themes is to have vintage and antique references support those of the modernday in a palette that includes chocolate, sand, a deep, pinkish red, muted orange and spicy browns. Ideal to overhaul any style of property.
You may not be in the market for buying new furniture, but there are still ways to update your old pieces for a fabulous new look. Ikea has identified a key trend this year for personalisation – just look at what can be done with an inexpensive chest of drawers, spray paint and some imagination. On a subtler note, a change of paint colour, or even a wood stain, combined with new knobs or pulls will give wooden furniture a new lease of life, while for really on-trend attitude you could have a table top covered in marble, slate or zinc.
Keep going around the house.
Add interest to dull walls with an eye-catching, stick-on-peeloff design, a metal-framed mirror or an oversized print. Boring floor? Time for a new rug – or sand back or paint old wooden boards. Something simpler? Adding a sheepskin to an old sofa or chair will give instant uplift, as will a change of bed linen, towels or small accessories such as cushions, storage baskets or vases. How about lights? A sassy lampshade can alter the look of an entire room, while filament bulbs will give your lighting a hot vibe. What about a cool coat hook, new door knobs, some kitchen canisters or a bathroom soap dispenser? The
smallest things can make a big difference. The high-street chains are brilliant at tapping into new trends with affordable products, so get browsing!
What other trends should I be keeping an eye on?
While a striking monochrome palette of black, white and grey will be big in 2016, opulent metallic accents are also catching on, and work well with modern and traditional decors. The look can be either industrial or retro-glam – as per Bemz’s ‘Deco Glam’ look, described as ‘cosy glamour with a Seventies twist’. ‘Create a more glamorous Seventies style in our homes: think Charlie’s Angels, Studio 54, and Bianca Jagger,’ says Lesley Pennington, CEO of Bemz. She recommends mixing plain fabrics in rose, steel, mineral blue and straw with geometric accents, plus dark wood, shiny brass, fluffy cushions, small tables and statement floor lamps. Alternatively, the Scandi look is all natural, textural, tonal and pared-back, including sheepskin, leather, wood and felt. For more colour, go for a folk-inspired style with brighter tones of red, orange and teal, combined with intricate florals, handicraft and woodland-inspired images. Lastly, Graham & Brown have predicted four trends based around the catwalks at London Fashion Week: meadow prints, statement reds, intricate lace detailing and a throwback to the Eighties. You have been warned… Main Image: Ikea predicts a trend for personalisation, whether it’s using stains, stencils or freehand painting.
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Time for a New Tradition By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk If your New Year traditions have dwindled to a rather slurred singing of Auld Lang Syne as the Big Ben chimes fade, why not adopt new ones this New Year or revive old customs? Lucky New year NibbLes It’s a Spanish tradition to eat twelve grapes, making a wish with each one, for every chime of the clock - bringing twelve months of happiness. In the southern US, Hoppin’ John, a traditional dish of black-eyed peas and ham hocks, brings a year of plenty, while Italians eat one spoonful of lentil stew with each toll of the midnight bells. The round lentils represent coins and good fortune, while in Germany, luck comes via tiny marzipan pigs. Greek hostesses places jewellery on a plate on the table to symbolise prosperity in the coming year and hide a coin inside their Vassilopitta (King’s Pie) that brings blessings to its finder. The Portugese also cook King Cake, or Bolo-Rei, which resembles a crown and conceals a lucky fava bean (although the finder pays for next year’s Bolo-Rei, so not so lucky). In Estonia, seven, nine and twelve are lucky numbers, and eating seven, nine, or twelve times on New Year’s Eve is believed to give you the strength of as many men
as meals you’ve consumed. Warning: you may need to diet afterwards. Get DresseD up aND Make soMe Noise Filipinos wear clothes with spots to represent coins and bring luck, and Spaniards and Italians wear red underwear for the same reason. In South America, they opt for coloured underwear too: red for finding love, gold for gaining wealth and white for peace. Mexicans believe red signifies love, yellow means improved employment, green improves finances and white brings good health. Perhaps new underwear for Christmas could be doubly beneficial if you specify the colour? Auld Lang Syne, a traditional song transcribed by Robert Burns and made famous by bandleader Guy Lombardo, is the most popular New Year song in English-speaking communities, but why not make up your own? The tradition of firing guns at midnight is probably best left abandoned, but you could beat drums Swiss-style, bang saucepans Filipino-style, or follow Buddhist Temple tradition by striking a gong 108 times at midnight to expel the 108 human weaknesses.
out with the oLD, iN with the New The first-footing tradition has dwindled in the UK, but the belief is that the first foot through your door after midnight dictates your household’s luck for the year. Tall, dark visitors and new mothers or brides are especially lucky, and should come bearing traditional gifts: coal, shortbread, salt, coins and maybe a tot of whisky. Worth a revival? In Denmark they break old plates at the door of family and friends, but cleaning your house as the Japanese do may be safer. Or why not make a bonfire with the Christmas tree, like the Dutch? While it’s burning, throw on a list of last year’s bad events, Mexicanstyle, or burn unwanted photographs and clothes as they do in Ecuador. In Costa Rica and Venezuela, people run across the street with luggage to wish for new adventures, but leaving a travel brochure under your partner’s nose may be more effective. New resoLutioNs The Babylonians, who supposedly ‘invented’ New Year’s resolutions, returned borrowed farm machinery and tried to start the year debt-free (as many Russians apparently do). Sounds like as good as resolution as any...
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Ingredients: • 2 tbsp oil • 600g lean lamb steaks, cut into chunks • 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped • 6 tbsp balti curry paste • 75g red split lentils • 400g can chopped tomatoes • 200g baby spinach leaves • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander • Boiled basmati rice and lemon wedges to serve
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Heat half the oil in a large heavy-based pan over a medium-high heat. Add half the lamb pieces and fry for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and sealed all over. Remove the lamb with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the rest of the oil and fry the rest of the lamb pieces in the same way. Add the onion and garlic (and a splash more oil, if needed) and fry over a medium heat, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes, then stir in the curry paste and fry for a further minute until fragrant. Return the meat to the pan and stir to coat in the curry paste. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, 300ml cold water and the lentils. Reduce the heat then cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and the meat is tender. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the spinach and coriander. Cover and cook for a further 2-3 minutes until the spinach has just wilted. Serve with the boiled basmati rice and lemon wedges.
Charity lottery win couple donate to local hospice A big hearted couple from Bishop's Cleeve are celebrating winning £1,000 on the new Sue Ryder UK lottery, and despite needing the money to carry out necessary bathroom alterations, they have donated £100 back to Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. The £1,000 win couldn’t have come at a better time for Sophie Brook and her husband Jonathan, who experienced complications following a hip replacement he had earlier this year. The Sue Ryder Lottery win means the family are able to install a bath into their shower room to help with Jonathan’s pain relief – something they have wanted to do for some time. Sophie said, “This unexpected win has cheered us all up and made us smile. We have been wanting to put a bath into our shower room to help with Jonathan’s pain relief for some time after he experienced complications following surgery earlier this year. This win could now make this possible. Thank you so much to Sue Ryder. I was stunned to hear that we’d won £1,000.” Despite needing the money to make adaptations to their home the big hearted couple have incredibly decided to donate £100 of their win to Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. Sophie continued, “Sue Ryder is an amazing charity and very dear to my heart,
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Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning California, when the undercarriage of a B-29 collapsed during an emergency landing. The detonator of the plane’s single nuclear bomb went off causing a fire in which 19 people were killed, including an Air Force general).
rather heart-stopping moment when a robot submersible got hold of it, only to drop it again. Another robot submersible managed to tangle itself in the bomb’s parachute lines; on both occasions it was human divers who sorted out the mess. Ortis, meanwhile, claimed salvage rights to the bomb and was awarded a very substantial but undisclosed out-of-court settlement.
At Palomares a B52 collided with a KC-135 tanker while refuelling over the coast of Spain. All four of the tanker’s crew and three of the bomber’s crew of seven were killed. Three of the B52’s bomb load of four hit the ground near the fishing village of Palomares and the other drifted out to sea. The detonators of two of the three that fell ashore were ignited, scattering plutonium over an area of three square kilometres. The US Government subsequently paid out $120m in compensation to 500 local residents who suffered radiation sickness; no-one knows how many Spaniards died as a result but local people working on the clean-up operation were not issued with the protective gear worn by the US personnel engaged on the same task.
After Palomares the USAF seems to have learnt a lesson either about air safety or about the reporting of nuclear incidents involving its aircraft, because only one such has been recorded since, and then in conditions that were egregiously harsh. On January 21st 1968 a B52 crashed immediately after take-off in appalling weather in Greenland. The detonators of all four bombs exploded, setting fire to the plane’s 35,000 gallons of fuel and generating such intense heat that one of the warheads actually melted.
The B28RI nuclear bomb, recovered from 2,850 feet (870 m) of water, on the deck of the USS Petrel
Trident: to renew, or not to renew? This is perhaps not the place to air the pros and cons of the nuclear debate but it is an opportunity to remind readers that January 17th is the golden anniversary of one of the worst – and thankfully almost the last – accidents that the US Air Force had with its nuclear bombs. Many people are surprised to learn how many air crashes or similar accidents involving nuclear bombs there were in the early years of the atomic era. The USAF and US Navy between them suffered an amazing 27 between 1950 and 1968, in which 70 aircrew were killed. In almost all cases the detonators of the bombs being carried blew up, although the bombs themselves didn’t. (Well, you’d probably already know if any had!) The Palomares Incident, in which seven crewmen died, was the last but one of these nuclear near-nightmares, although far from the worst. (That was on August 5th 1950 at Fairfield-Suisin Air Force Base,
The whole thing ended more as farce than tragedy: a Spanish fisherman, Francisco Ortis, saw where the missing bomb had splashed down and guided a recovery fleet of 26 US Navy warships to the spot. It had rolled into a deep underwater trench and took three months to locate and recover: there was a
Anyway, since then, nothing. Not a single bad day at work has been reported. So, since we started by talking about Trident, let’s move on to the safety record of Soviet nuclear submarines. On second thoughts, let’s not!
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Finance A Fresh Financial Start in 2016 – Begin the New Year with a Budget By Ann Haldon If you’ve overspent this Christmas, you might be wondering how to get your finances back under control. It’s easy to get carried away by the spirit of giving – the problem is, it can jeopardise your financial wellbeing into the New Year and beyond. So what can you do to get yourself back onto a firm financial footing? One of the first things is to analyse your finances and make a realistic budget. By taking a long-term view and identifying exactly how much you spend during the course of a year, you can take back control of your dwindling finances, and prevent spiralling into long-term debt. Why budget? A budget helps to establish whether you’re living beyond your means. This isn’t always obvious on a day-to-day basis but if you’re constantly spending more than you earn, at some point you might find yourself unable to keep a roof over your head. But there’s a secret to making a budget that’s fit for purpose, and that’s to incorporate every expense that you make during the course of the year, including Christmas, birthdays, summer holidays and more. Birthdays and Christmas Friends’ and family birthdays
may only cost a few pounds here and there, but over the course of a year, and in addition to Christmas expenses, constitute a significant chunk of annual expenditure. It’s going to take some time to calculate your total spend for the year, but once it’s done you’ll be able to use it confidently to improve your long-term financial situation, and set yourself up for a lifetime of control. Non-regular expenses, plus how much is coming in Motoring costs such as car insurance, tax, new tyres and the annual service are easily forgotten. Annual membership subscriptions are also often left out, as is one of the biggest expenses of the year - the summer holiday. When thinking about the money that comes in, don’t forget to include wages, benefit and pension payments, and any income from savings, investments or selfemployment. Once you’ve totalled the figures, deduct your expenses and hopefully you’ll be left with a positive number. Not a static document Your budget isn’t meant to be a static document. It needs to reflect your income and spending in the long-term, and this is likely to change often.
So make it part of your routine to update it regularly, and make sure new expenses and sources of income are carefully recorded. Having a clear idea of where your money goes will also help to meet specific financial goals such as saving for retirement, putting money away for a deposit, or simply avoiding debt. Achieving financial clarity in this way helps you to live the life you want, so don’t view it as a restriction on spending – it’s more like the road to freedom. So you’ve got all your figures – what now? There’s a great way to divide up your money called ‘piggybanking.’ It’s described in detail on the Money Saving Expert website, and essentially means opening a separate bank account for each of your main categories of spending. This allows you to allocate an amount of money to each one via standing order from the main account. The word ‘budget’ often implies having to go without, but knowing your spending patterns and gaining financial control can give you back your freedom – the freedom to enjoy life without the worry of debt. http://www.moneysavingexpert. com/banking/Budget-planning
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What's On in January New Year's Day at the Racecourse Sunday 1st January, 10.30am 4pm, Cheltenham Racecourse
Come and welcome the New Year in style! There will be 7 races with world class jockeys and horses, and entertainment for all the family. First race starts at 12.10pm; tickets from £10. For more information visit: www.cheltenham.co.uk Brass Monkey Swim Sunday 3rd January, 11am - 2pm, Sandford Park Lido Two races, two different distances (500m or 1km) and both are freezing cold! This event is for the most hard of swimmers only! Spectators welcome - come and support the swimmers. For more information visit: www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk
For more information visit: www.country-markets.co.uk Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts Sunday 10th January: 10am - 11am: 8 - 11 year olds; 11.15am - 1.15pm: 12 - 16 year olds; Sunday 31st January: same as above Cheltenham Town Hall A range of performing art workshops for children of all ages to enjoy. There will be a different theme each time, no previous drama experience neccessary. Your kids can just come and enjoy the fun - you never know, who might be a naturally born entertainer! Tickets can be purchased from the Cheltenham Town Hall Box Office: 0844 5762210. Winchcombe Live Season 4 Friday 15th January, 8pm - 10pm, The White Hart Inn, Winchcombe Live Music from the Joe Corbin Trio. Let's Hang On 2016 Saturday 16th January Cheltenham Town Hall Let's Hang On return to the Town Hall due to the amazing response they had a previous gigs. If you love Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, you'll be dancing a lot at this unmissable event. Admission: £24.50. Tickets can be purchased from the Cheltenham Town Hall Box Office: 0844 5762210.
Winchcombe Folk Night First Tuesday of the month, 8pm -10.45 pm, The White Hart Inn, High Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ Open Mic Night: a mixture of regular contributors performing traditional and contemporary songs as well as newcomers. Come along from some great music and atmosphere. Admission: free (voluntary charity contribution). For more information call: 01242 602236.
Philharmonia Orchestra Matinee Sunday 17th January, 3pm, Cheltenham Town Hall
Country Market Thursday 7th & 21st January, 9am - 10.30am, Guide Hall, High Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ Saturday 9th January, 9am – 12 Noon, under the Town Hall, outside the Tourist Information Office
An afternoon of Mozart and Haydn. Conducted by Michael Collins. Prices: £12.50, £15.00, £27.50 & £32.50. Tickets can be purchased from the Cheltenham Town Hall Box Office: 0844 5762210.
Tea Dances Monday 18th January, 2.30pm Cheltenham Town Hall A fun and social afternoon of dancing, live music, tea and biscuits. Admission: £5.00. Jack and the Beanstalk Wednesday 20th - Sunday 24th January, The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School, Hatherly Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6HE It's panto time at the Bacon Theatre: Come along for fun and laughter! Early booking recommended. Admission: £10 £14. For more information and tickets call: 01242 224 144. The Elvis Year Thursday 21st January, 7.30pm, The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury Tribute to the King of Rock by Mario Kombon. Admission: £20.50. Burns Night Whisky Tasting Monday 25th January, 7.30pm, The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury
Come along and enjoy different Malt Whiskies and a host of Scottish Treats like Tatties and Haggis. Tickets: £20 per person. Festival Trials Day Saturday 30th January Cheltenham Racecourse Come to what's known as the best one day jump fixture in the UK, and get notable pointers of horses ahead of The Festival in March. For more information and tickets visit: www.cheltenham.co.uk Wedding Inspiration Day Sunday 31st January, 11am - 3pm, Pittville Pump Room, East Approach
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LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Bishop's Cleeve Players Meet every second Tuesday of the month, 7.30 – 9.30pm School Room, The Tithe Barn We are a friendly local amateur dramatic group who welcome anyone with an interest in the theatre. There are a variety of roles within our group not just for those wishing to act. No previous experience neccessary. Get in touch via email: bishopscleeveplayers@yahoo. co.uk or come along to one of our monthly meetings. For more information visit: www.bishopscleeveplayers.co.uk
Carers but are home alone or would simply like to meet with others for friendship. For more information contact Graham Teale on 01242 673001. November 10th: Christmas Flower arranging, speaker: Mrs Leslie Murphy Guided Walks of Historic Winchcombe Every Sunday, 11am and 2.30pm Tourist Information Centre Free Town Walks for anyone who is interested in the fascinating history of Winchcombe – from ancient Saxon Borough to WW2 and beyond. The walks are short and easy and designed to be accessible to all (less than a mile). Duration: 1–1¼ hours. The walks are led by local people who are keen to share the history of, and their enthusiasm for, the area. Places are limited to 10, but larger parties can probably be catered for if pre-booked. For more information come into the Tourist Information Centre in Winchcombe, call 01242 602925 or email: winchwalks@ btinternet.com
Cheltenham Parkinson’s Group Last Tuesday of the month – evenings or daytime depending on the activity, St Mark's Methodist Church Hall, Gloucester Road, Cheltenham, GL51 8PX We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer Coordinator, on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons. org.uk if you are interested in coming along. See more at www. parkinsons.org.uk/local-supportgroups/regions/cheltenham-anddistrict-branch
Methodist Church Meetings Wednesdays 2.00pm, Church Hall New members always welcome.
Cleeve Carers & Friendship group St. Michael’s Hall The Cleeve Carers and Friendship group reaches out to those in the Community who may not be
Get Active Fitness Every Tuesday Morning The Tithe Barn 9.30am Total Body Conditioning 10.30am Mellow Moves for Seniors Pay as you go. For more information
Woodmancote Probus Club Tuesdays, Woodmancote New Village Hall Meetings start at 10am with refreshments followed by a talk at 10.30am.
Fitness 3rd Age Womens’ Workshop & Workouts The Tithe Barn Are your hormones dancing in harmony? Is there too much rise and fall with your hormones? Come and find out what you can do to help. For more information contact Joan Palmer on 07957 308968 or email: joan@mumsfit.co.uk
call Fran on 01242 523363 or email getactivecheltenham@ gmail.com.
Music Blue Moon Harmony Choir Thursday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm Bishop's Cleeve Junior School Blue Moon Harmony Choir was founded in 2002 with over forty regular members. However, we would welcome new singers in all parts. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and friendly support as we practice new songs together. You don¹t have to read music as CDs are supplied to help with learning. For more information call John on 01242 251531 or visit: www.bluemoonharmony.co.uk Cleeve Chorale Tuesdays 7.30pm Bishop’s Cleeve Primary Academy Are you interested in having a good sing (no previous experience required)? Then come along to our rehearsal nights. For more information call: 01242 672881. Cleeve Harmony Ladies A Capella Chorus Wednesday evenings, 7.45-10pm, The Tithe Barn Whether you are a Bedroom Beginner, a Shower Songstress or an Experienced Singer, come and join in this brand new chorus. For more information, email Donna at cleeve.md@gmail.com or ring on 07737 280336. You can also find us on Facebook: Cleeve Harmony Chorus.
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