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Hello Reader, Welcome to the May issue of the Bishop’s Cleeve Magazine, which as from today will be delivered to you every month.

May is a great month if you are a fan of days out because we don’t just have one Bank Holiday but two!

Two in a month, then nothing until August and then Boxing Day! May also welcomes the 7th Spring & Ale Steam Weekend (16th & 17th) at Toddington and Winchcombe stations. It’s such a nostalgic feeling when you hear the trains go by blowing their whistles. The smell has a romantic feeling too. My children love it and so will you. Please feel free to send us pictures of your day out so that we can publish them in next month’s issue.

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Meet the ‘Cleeve Hill Business Over Breakfast’ and the ‘Winchombe Business Over Brunch’ Clubs Chris Sweet is not only the chairman of Radio Winchcombe, he also helps to manage and run “The Cleeve Hill Business Over Breakfast Club” and the newly formed “Winchcombe Business Over Brunch Club” with Sian Davies from House of Colour and Bob Turner of Utility Warehouse.

We have asked them some questions about the clubs.

Cleeve Hill Business Over Breakfast has been operating for nearly a year now. What have members and guests alike found most useful over the past months during the meetings Sian?

Chris: The “One to One” is popular, 15 minute spots, business reviews, mentoring, and the business referrals. It’s great to be able to hand a sales lead to a member of the club. It’s networking at it’s best.

It is nearly a year since the very first breakfast meeting, have you anything in store to mark the occasion?

Bob: You can join us for the 1st Birthday Celebration of “Cleeve Hill Business over Breakfast Club” on Thursday 7th May from 7.30pm, with a complimentary Glass of “Fizz” on arrival, at Wesley House Wine Bar. There will be a 3 Course meal with choices followed by tea or coffee. Partners and other business contacts are very welcome.

How do people book?

To book just e-mail Judith Humphrey: judith.humphreys64@gmail.com I understand that on the back of the CHBOBC you are going ahead with proposals as you suggested late last year with a new club?

Sian, do tell us when and where!

Sian: The new club will meet at the Wesley House Wine Bar, High Street Winchcombe every 3rd Thursday of

the month, commencing 18th June at 11.30am. The meal will consist of tapas or you can chose from three other dishes.

Bob: To launch the Club we are hosting an inaugural event on the 4th June. Kindly e-mail Judith Humpheys - judith.humphreys64@ gmail.com should you wish to attend - Price £15.

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Check in and welcome, collection of payment for attendance and meal Welcome from Chairman and “one minute introduction” Brunch and then either a 15 minute presentation, business review, open forum discussion, an interview, etc.

“1-2-1” session lasting 15 minutes and closing with “one minute referral Opportunity, recommendation or simple thank you (could lead to being featured on Radio Winchcombe/Winchcombe Business Forum “Forum Fortnightly” or “Business Spotlight”)

Bob - from your experience what do you think are the benefits of joining the Networking Clubs?

• Networking with like minded

professionals who own and operate small businesses • Resulting referrals/increased business are generally of high quality • Opportunities within networking are almost endless • Networking provides you with a great source of great connections, and really opens the door to talk to highly influential people • Like-minded business owners are always prepared to talk to and give advice, on all sorts of things related to your business or even your personal life

Can you add any more perceived benefits, Sian?

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visible gets you noticed and is considered a big benefit of networking Increases confidence through learning how to make conversations and lasting connections with people you may not know Satisfaction through helping others as business owners often have problems or issues within their business that need solving Many friendships form as a result of networking because you are all like-minded business owners that want to grow your businesses, and you meet and help each other regularly

Bob can you highlight the fees for both clubs?

The annual membership for both clubs is £50. All members are provided with a club leather portfolio for business cards, notes and to store your tablet etc. in.

CHBOBC costs £10 per person for breakfast Wednesdays every 2 weeks from 6th May. WBOBC is £15 for brunch every 3rd Thursday from the 18th June.

How can prospective members find more information?

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ cleevehillbusinessclub Or as mentioned earlier via Email: judith.humphreys64@gmail.com Alternatively you can telephone Bob Turner: 07831 212501.

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LEWIS Debt For those with existing debts there are record deals available right now to let you cut the cost and save £100s or £1,000s.

Yet as the old adage goes, banks are companies that’d lend you an umbrella when the sun shines and ask for it back when it rains. So getting cheaper credit when in debt is tricky – however I have developed credit card eligibility checkers which can help you check what debt cutting cards you’re able to get before you apply. If you can lower the interest cost, then more of your repayment clears the actual debt, not just services the interest – meaning you’ll be debt-free far quicker. So here are the key debt cost cutting need to knows…

I make no apology for saying…. stop borrowing. If you're struggling, borrowing to make ends meet just elongates the problem - making it even costlier and more difficult. The tips below will help, but if you keep adding to the debt nothing will fix it. So take a deep breath, do a budget and examine all your spending to see if you can cut back.

Best buys are only best if you can get them. While there are many great rates on offer, you need to pass a credit score to get them, and many fail at that hurdle. Worse still when you apply it leaves a footprint on your file and lots of those in a short space of time can hit your future credit worthiness. I've given evidence to Parliament on this 'anti-shopping around' system - little's been done.

So to fight back on my site we’ve built a free eligibility calculator – which tells you which cards you’re most likely to be accepted for. Just as importantly it does this without leaving a footprint on your file that lenders can see – so you can home in on the right one, minimising applications. To try it go to www.MoneySavingExpert.com/eligibility.

Shift credit or store card debt to 35mth 0%. A balance transfer’s where you get a new credit card that repays debts on the old credit or store card(s) for you, so you owe it instead at a lower rate.

The longest 0% deals for those new to the card company now last nearly three years (a year ago they were 30 months), but as with many things in life longest isn't always best. Aim for the lowest fee card, ensuring you've enough time to clear it. Top picks and golden rules at www.mse.me/ balancetransfers.

Shift your overdraft to 0% too. Debit cards can be debt cards too - if you're in your overdraft it's often more costly than credit cards, especially if you bust your limit. So there are two ways to get out of this. a) Switch to a 0% overdraft: Top bank for customer service www.firstdirect.com offers a £250 0% overdraft (you

must pay-in £1,000/month) and for accepted new switchers a free £100 - which should help reduce the overdraft straight away. For some www.nationwide.co.uk 0% overdraft may be bigger, but it's only for a year and is 50p/day after. b) Shift it to a 0% 'money transfer' credit card. A few balance transfer cards also let newbies 'money transfer'. This is where it pays a lump sum into your bank account, which can then clear your overdraft so you owe it instead. Top pick is www.mbna.co.uk which gives 24 months 0% money transfers for a one off 2.2% fee (though it's 22.9% rep APR after the 0% ends). Yet be careful, follow the balance transfer rules above and for more picks and full step-by-step help see www.mse.me/moneytransfers.

Can you cut the cost of existing loans? It's complex, as you need to factor in that most loans charge up to two months' interest to repay them early.

- Who should try? Those who can get a substantially lower APR loan (eg, more than a fifth off, so from 10% to 8%), and have a while left to repay. Full options in www.mse.me/ cheaploans.

- How much can I save? Someone who is 2 years through a 5 year 12% loan for £5,000, paying it off with a 4.9% loan, could save around £1,000.

Don't pay all debts equally - attack the highest APR. Once your debts are as cheap as possible, list them all, including overdrafts, in order of APRs. Focus all spare cash to clear the highest APR one as it grows fastest, and just pay the min on the others. Once that's clear, move to the next highest.

I've never seen a debt crisis that isn't solvable - don't give up hope. The solutions above are for cutting debt costs. Yet for some, it's much worse than that. Do any of these apply to you...

- You can't meet even just the minimum monthly payments.

- You have non-mortgage debts bigger than a year's salary.

- You have sleepless nights or serious depression/anxiety over your debts.

If so then you're likely in a debt crisis and that means the solution you need is totally different. The most important thing I can tell you is I've never seen a debt crisis that isn't solvable. It may not always be quick or easy, but there is a proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. The first step is to go for free, one-on-one debt counselling help from www.adviceguide.org.uk, www.stepchange.org, www.nationaldebtline.org or, if you're struggling emotionally too www.capuk.org.

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PETS Why a Luxurious Bed is Important for your Elderly Dog A comfortable place to rest their head, extra support for arthritic bones and a little extra TLC - dogs need all of these things as they grow old. You can make their twilight years a happy time for both of you simply by being aware of the issues they face, and what you can do to help.

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What types of luxury beds are there?

Self-heating Metallised insulation is placed below the lining, and radiates heat. Covered with a sheepskin or fleece outer layer, this would have therapeutic benefits particularly if your house is draughty.

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Luxury materials One of the most important considerations is the material used to make the bed and mattress. You can buy alpaca fibre and soft fleece fillings, but it’s also important to think about practicality, so zip-off covers should be a priority to maintain hygiene.

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Folly Gardens wins Front-of-House awards FOLLY Gardens Veterinary Clinic in Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, and Forest Lodge Veterinary Centre of Forest Row, East Sussex, have been declared the winners of the 2014 Front-of-House Awards organised by Veterinary Practice and sponsored by Royal Canin.

Folly Gardens won the category for larger practices; Forest Lodge for the smaller ones. Runner-up in the larger practice category was Longwell Green Veterinary Centre of Longwell Green, Bristol, and in the smaller practice category Weedon Vets of Weedon, Northamptonshire.

Judges assessed entries under 11 criteria based on submissions from practices in the preliminary round and eight entries went forward to the final round where the same criteria were re-assessed; in addition, there were “mystery shopping” calls with both practice visits and telephone calls, evaluation of websites and other practice literature.

Judges could also award extra marks for outstanding features or deduct marks for what they considered major faults.

In the closest marking since this competition was introduced, there was just one point separating first and second in the larger practice category; and two points in the smaller practice section.

As well as looking at signage and graphics, parking arrangements, the attractiveness and welcoming nature of the exterior, judges examined the reception, waiting and merchandising areas, the lighting, noticeboards, layout, etc., looking in particular for

flair, imagination, innovation and creative use of space.

But this award is as much about the ambience and friendliness of the practice Marianne Lomberg (right), veterinary marketing manager for Royal as its appearance Canin, presented the prizes in the larger practice category section of the and this is tested Front-of-House Awards to three members of the team at Folly Gardens by the “mystery Veterinary Clinic (from left): Kelly Smart, RVN, Jo Mansfield, assistant shoppers” who veterinary surgeon, and Claire Ditchburn, operations manager. gave the winning Around the edge of the building the practices very high marks, while some bushes are maintained to minimise of the other entries lost a few points the views into the building and here and there. create a smart external appearance.

Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic

Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic has been in Bishops Cleeve for five years in a small shopfront location.

During the summer of 2014 it relocated across the road to very smart, purpose-built premises.

There is signage both on the front of the building as well as at the rear in front of the car park to a supermarket. This aids with visibility from the mini roundabouts on the sides of the building. There is also a banner to the side alongside the first roundabout.Judges considered the signage, especially that on the front, to be among the best seen in this competition.

There are four parking bays directly outside the premises as well as masses of space in the supermarket car park.

Cotswold stone borders the walkways and flowers and crawlers are being planted to create an attractive entrance.

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The lower reception desk ensures disabled clients can be attended to easily and the clear opening allows reception staff easy access to assist clients.

The open reception area with two stations allows views of both entrances and the retail area to one side allows for nutritional advice to be given as well as private conversations.

Two display boards have neatly laid out general promotional materials and a smaller board by the entrance has local advertising and a “lost and found” area.

Judges commented very favourably on the brilliant graphics, uncluttered appearance, excellent lighting, neat reception and waiting area, etc., and gave very high marks for the overall ambience and friendliness of the practice.

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Going Potty for Summer Plants

by Pippa Greenwood Summer bedding plants are everywhere at this time of year and as soon as conditions are reliable enough, you can plant them out in your garden to create a wonderful, colourful display to last the whole summer long. I am a great fan of hanging baskets, window boxes and patio containers, but this year why not ring the changes and also include some unusual containers and planters to bring a different look or even a bit of humour to your garden?

You can use almost anything as a planter, so keep an open mind before you chuck anything in the bin or skip. I have seen some really crazy plantings in disused hand basins, loo cisterns or even the lavatory itself! Provided there is adequate drainage in the base of the container, it should work well. If you are using something like a hand basin which only has one plug hole in the bottom, make sure that you cover it with pieces of broken crock and then perhaps put an inch or two of coarse gravel in the bottom of the container before you put the compost in as this should help to

make sure that the drainage hole does not become blocked.

But if you don’t like the idea of bringing your loo or bathroom out into the garden, there are plenty of other normal household objects which can be used as useful planters without necessarily making your neighbours think you have gone completely crazy. How about that old watering can that’s sprung a leak or has a loose handle? Whether you have a traditional galvanised can or a more modern plastic one, you can have great fun planting it up with bedding, particularly if you choose something like trailing blue lobelia to come spurting out of the top and perhaps even the end.

Buckets, too, can look really good fun and if you have one which still has its handle firmly attached, then you could use it as a hanging basket. Plastic buckets can have holes drilled or melted in the base and similarly you can use a sturdy nail to make holes in the base of a metal bucket.

Old footwear with a bit of

character can be turned into planting with real flair. If you use old gardening boots or a pair of shoes, you are unlikely to need to add extra drainage as they invariably drain well. But if you are going to recycle a pair of wellies, then you may need to add a bit of extra drainage unless they have quite a lot of damage on their soles.

Again, cascading plants can look particularly dramatic, but a bunch of bright red geraniums or the spiky hedgehog-like foliage of a bright green or variegated grass can look particularly handsome appearing out of some discarded footwear.

What about a beaten up old handbag? If you choose one with several compartments, you can even have sectional planting and if you have one with a handle, it too can be suspended from a pergola or wall and used rather like a hanging basket.

See if there’s anything in your kitchen cupboards that could be recycled and put to better use in the garden.

An old saucepan, casserole pot or even a mixing bowl or jug can make an attractive planter, but again you will

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have to make sure that there is sufficient drainage.

If the container is large and there are no drainage holes in it, then the other option is to plant it up as a mini bog garden and use moisture-loving plants in it such as hostas or pond-side irises. Colanders or sieves also make interesting and unusual hanging baskets and have the advantage of holes that are generally so small that you need not even use a liner. You can simply concentrate on planting one or two upright specimens in the centre of the colander and then using plenty of trailing plants around the edge and allowing them to cascade down. Provided you have time to keep them well watered, you could even create your own living tea set

with an old sizeable teapot and some large mugs full of favourite summer bedding.

Larger items such as old wheelbarrows or chimney pots may not be the sort of thing you have lying around your own garden, but you can often pick these up very cheaply from a local salvage or junk yard or perhaps even from a friend’s garden. Something like a wheelbarrow gives a huge planting area and because it holds such a large volume of compost, it will also mean that you need not be quite so concerned about watering, as it will be less inclined to dry out.

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Myths, Legends and Folk History

I am writing this month‘s article shortly after guiding a BBC Radio Gloucestershire group around Gotherington.

Starting outside the Shutter Inn I explained how the oftrepeated reason for its name provided a good story that was sadly untrue. This made me think of other examples of myths, legends and folk history in the Magazine's area...but first the Shutter.

The Shutter Inn

The popular explanation runs like this: so many people attended one race meeting on Nottingham Hill in the early 1800s that the landlord had to remove the shutters to create trestle tables to serve the large crowds. How do we know this is a myth? A map of 1806 shows us the latest that the races could have taken place was in that year, when the common land on the hill was divided up into

the fields we can still see today, but another record informs us that the hostelry was still known as the Gotherington Inn in 1824.

Of all the myths and legends from our area, that of St Kenelm at Winchcombe is the best known. It can be summarised as follows: after the death in 821 of his father King Kenulph of Mercia, his seven year old son Kenelm became king, only to be murdered by his sister Quendryda whilst he was in the Clent Hills South of Birmingham. His body was later brought back to Winchcombe Abbey for burial. This story seems to have been corroborated when the stone coffins of an adult and child were excavated in 1815 in the abbey grounds and the child‘s coffin included a knife.

Was this the actual murder weapon?

This seems all quite convincing until we dig below the surface and consult the archives. They tell us that Kenelm was a young man of about twenty five who died in about 811, even before

Drawn on its discovery in 1815

Representation of St Kenelm on St Kenelm’s well

his father, and his sister Quendryda was a nun and then an abbess. So the next question is, how might the legend have arisen?

The earliest surviving version of the legend dates from the early 1200s, perhaps based on an earlier story, but even this did not appear until probably two hundred years after the murder was supposed to have happened. The tale was most likely invented to encourage pilgrims to visit Winchcombe Abbey, especially on St Kenelm‘s day, 17 July. Yet no shrine of the saint was ever recorded or found in the abbey. So what about the coffins?

David Donaldson, in his history of Winchcombe, suggests they might have been buried by the monks to give support to the legend. The coffins can still be seen at St Peter‘s church, but the bodies and the knife are said to have crumbled to dust. The legend

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of St Kenelm provides a good story but so does the search for the truth!

A post script to this legend dates from the early 1800s when workmen digging foundations for what is now Lloyd‘s Bank came across 'an apparently very ancient pile‘ of arches and shaped stones. Until 1923 some Ordnance Survey maps marked the spot as 'the supposed site of St Kenulph‘s Palace‘. I‘m pleased they used the word 'supposed‘, for any palace from that time would have been a large timberbuilt hall with a thatched

Abbey Terrace with the Lloyd’s Bank building on the far side

roof. Its traces today could well be lying under someone‘s garden or even their house, but it certainly wasn‘t under Lloyd‘s Bank.

Legends, myths and folk history can bring the past

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Dining Out They say there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but there is if you’re willing to do a little digging for it, and sometimes that means literally. If you’ve ever fancied foraging, growing your own grub or even becoming totally self-sufficient then this could be the book selection for you. If not, then you could just toss the page into a nice salad, and eat that instead!

Wild Food: A Complete Guide for Foragers - Roger Phillips A leading expert on food foraging, Philips hasn’t managed to kill himself with a dodgy mushroom yet (and he’s been doing it for decades) so it’s a safe bet that what he says, goes. In this easy-to-identify guide to the edible plants found in our woodlands and hedgerows, he even throws in some recipes for good measure. If you’re just thinking, ‘nettle soup’ then you’ll be disappointed, because Roger’s recipes are delicious. You’ll never need to buy a bag of salad again.

The Hedgerow Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes for Wild Food - Ginny Knox and Caro Willson If you can pick more than you can eat on the spot, standing next to a hedge in the sunshine, then this is the book for you. It’s all very well taking home all those delicious (free!) berries, but if you don’t know what to then do with them all you’ll end up with are more unidentified bags of somethingor-other in the bottom of your freezer. This book is all about turning your own mini-harvest into a feast. Instead of jam, why not try ‘fruit leather’ or how about making a flavoured cheese, or cordial or even booze?! You’re only really limited by how many blackberries, sloes, rosehips and wild garlic bulbs you can find, so it’s really worth getting out and taking advantage of nature’s bounty.

Practical Self Sufficiency Dick Strawbridge and James Strawbridge You might recognise father and son team Dick and James from the television. You’d at least remember Dick’s moustache if you’ve ever caught their programme ‘It’s Not Easy Being Green’. The Strawbridge family double-act are all for making small changes that can transform the way we exist on this planet.

There are top tips for reducing your carbon footprint, excellent advice on how to lower your household bills and even how to build a wormery. It’s great fun to read and if it doesn’t help you at all then you can at least buy it in hardback, and use it as a shelter.

The Self Sufficient-ish Bible - Andy and Dave Hamilton For anyone who always has good intentions but for whom the idea of living the ‘Good Life’ is a little bit on the extreme side, then twin brothers Andy and Dave are the boys for you. They’re realistic in their approach to living a more green and organic lifestyle, appreciating that most of us are just looking for some ideas for becoming a little more self-reliant and not up for doing a total ‘Tom and Barbara’. They have a refreshing and fun approach to recycling, growing your own produce and making sure your home is more energy efficient. It’s not at all preachy, and with small suggestions it could definitely help to improve your life and outlook,

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The Moneyless Man: A Year of Freeconomic Living - Mark Boyle Former businessman Mark Boyle swapped his suit for a pair of jeans and some rubber gloves and vowed to live for an entire year without spending a penny.

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Roger Bannister: The Man behind the Mile

By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk 6th May 2015 marks the 61st anniversary of Roger Bannister’s ‘four minute mile’.

But the last year’s anniversary interviews and publication of his autobiography, Twin Tracks, revealed that the man behind the mile doesn’t want to be remembered solely for his record-breaking achievement.

Testing Times Bannister had enjoyed running at school and chose to study medicine at Oxford because of its record for “creating [runners] who managed to reach the Olympics and... lead full academic and social lives.” He ran 4:52 in the freshman’s mile and competed abroad, delaying his medical exams.

But he wanted time for other interests. “I must be the international athlete who trained least,” admits Bannister. He only did “the minimum amount of training [necessary] to improve,” and this attracted criticism. Bannister found competing stressful and avoided competitions as the 1952 Olympics approached, saving himself for Helsinki. “Running was only my secondary interest and I could not afford to spend another four years jeopardising my medical future with this exciting distraction.”

However, his training hadn’t prepared him for 1500m heats, semi-finals and a final on consecutive days. His fourth place was a “shattering blow”.

The Four Minute Mile Undeterred, Bannister focussed on the four minute mile. A 4:03.6 British-record-breaking run proved “that the four-minute mile was not out of reach,” and desperate to achieve it before his chief rival, John Landy, he named the day: 6th May 1954. At the Iffley Road track Bannister ran the mile in 3:59.4 seconds, becoming an overnight sensation.

Landy broke his record 46 days later, but Bannister beat him at the Commonwealth Games.

He retired on a 1500m win at the European Championships, running 3:43.8 – which would have won gold at Helsinki.

Changing Track “My whole life was medicine.

I wanted to become a specialist.” Bannister believed neurology offered the chance to demonstrate “kindness and effectiveness in dealing with patients and clinical problems.”

Some fellow professionals doubted his commitment though. “How can Bannister, a mere athlete, probably spoilt... aspire to neurology?” But he let his work speak for him.

He focussed on the autonomic nervous system, and founded the Clinical Autonomic Research Society in 1982. He and his colleagues made a host of significant discoveries in autonomic failure, identifying rare disorders, and he has said he would rather be remembered

for this work than for his mile.

Giving Something Back Chairmanship of the independent Sports Council gave Bannister the chance “to use the experience of both my sports and medical careers; my twin tracks.” He campaigned for random drug-testing and arranged development of a sensitive urinary test for anabolic steroids. “That’s up there with anything I did on the track,” he insists. Meanwhile his successful ‘Sport for All’ campaign encouraged greater sporting participation and access, with the number of multipurpose sports centres rising from 4 to 400. He also chaired the International Council of Sport and Physical Education improving international sporting relations and reducing ethnic and social divisions.

A Worthy Legacy Bannister’s work with the Sports Council laid the foundations for the successful 2012 Olympics and he is rightly proud of all his achievements, but he carried the Olympic torch at the scene of his magic mile (now Bannister Stadium) and acknowledges the fame and opportunity the achievement brought him. So perhaps his legacy is inspiration; to not only set goals, but be prepared to adapt them, and pursue more than one. It’s rather humbling. Evening class, anyone?

Image: Iffley Road Track, Oxford - blue plaque by Jonathan Bowen.

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Golden Years Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning

By curious coincidence this month’s General Election falls on the 50th anniversary of another such, whose dire consequences are still with us today.

In 1963 the short-lived Central African Federation was dissolved so that its constituent countries – Northern and Southern Rhodesia and Nyasaland – could be granted independence. A precondition was the acceptance of universal suffrage, to which the Europeans in Nyasaland and Northern Rhodesia grudgingly assented. They became independent as Malawi and Zambia respectively in July and October 1964.

The Southern Rhodesians, though, weren’t playing. Many of them were newcomers from other parts of the Empire: they had fled majority rule once and they weren’t about to do it again.

Despite being warned against it by the newly-elected British Prime Minister Harold Wilson, in November 1964 they held a referendum and overwhelmingly voted for a Unilateral

Declaration of Independence on their own terms – which included the perpetuation of minority rule.

In the election of 7th May 1965 Ian Smith’s Rhodesia Front won a landslide, taking 50 of the legislature’s 65 seats. But only 100,000-odd of the country’s 5,000,000 people were allowed to vote, and 90,000 of those were European. Six months later Rhodesia issued its UDI. The Governor, Sir Humphrey Gibbs, told Smith it was invalid.

Smith told Sir Humphrey – politely, as they were old friends – where he could shove it. Sir Humphrey retired in a huff to Government House, where he remained in magnificent isolation until Rhodesia declared itself a republic four years later.

The world piled in on Rhodesia.

Britain froze its overseas assets and imposed trade restrictions. The UN declared an arms and oil embargo.

Canada, India, Sri Lanka, West Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Israel, Japan, Turkey, Australia – nobody would recognise the new state. Meanwhile the Russians and Chinese armed the military wings of the banned African parties, ZANU and ZAPU, unleashing a decadelong bush war that cost more

Skateboarding is a thrilling and glorious spectacle (when done well); and on 22nd of this month it celebrates its golden anniversary as a televised sport. That was the day of the inaugural US national skateboarding championship, held in Anaheim, California. It was known then as “sidewalk surfing”, and the first commercial skateboards were actually made by surfboard manufacturers.

than 20,000 lives.

The backing of South Africa and sanctions-busting by Western supporters allowed Rhodesia to survive for 14 years. But although its military won almost every encounter they had with the guerrillas – and, often, with the Zambian army – the economic position was untenable. In 1979 Rhodesia caved in and allowed a free election in which Bishop Abel Muzorewa’s United African National Congress won a slim majority.

There was a ceasefire; sanctions were lifted; Britain finally and officially lowered the Union Flag. The first postindependence election was held in February 1980; Robert Mugabe’s ZANU won and... well, you know the rest.

One can’t help asking what might have happened if the Southern Rhodesian settlers, like the Europeans in Northern Rhodesia, had called a one-man-one-vote election in 1965? Out of fear and suspicion, though, they chose defiance, isolation, and war over democracy, openness, and trust. They controlled the economy, the civil service, the judiciary, the armed forces – and by refusing to give an inch, they lost the lot.

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Cake and Bake Chocolate Fondant Puddings These divine puds have a wonderful molten chocolate centre which oozes out as you cut into them. Take care not to overcook them and serve immediately otherwise the liquid centres will start to set. Serve with a dollop of tangy crème fraiche or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence!

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Should It Be Home Or Away For Grandparents?

by Kate McLelland If you’ve ever watched TV programmes such as “Escape to the Country” or “A Place in the Sun: Home or Away”, you’ll appreciate the dilemma. Each week these shows focus on couples who dream of making a new start in life, either by moving to a different part of Britain or emigrating to a new country altogether.

In many cases the show’s subjects are older couples. The show takes them to their dream location and follows them as they seek advice on property from a real estate professional.

At the start of each programme we learn something about their lives then eavesdrop as they explore various houses.

But as soon as the door closes on the final viewing, the TV presenter’s expression changes from light-hearted to deadly serious: it’s decision time.

This is often a moment of mixed emotions, particularly if the couple is concerned about leaving grandchildren behind. For all their excitement and anticipation there’s often a trace of regret - even guilt - behind the smiles.

grandparents understand how quickly children grow up. While you can always come back for important events such as sports days and the Christmas nativity play, missing out on the small, everyday things may be difficult.

It’s also possible that your children depend on you to provide regular, unpaid childcare services while they work. In those circumstances your move away may have significant economic implications for the family.

But is it right that grandparents, who may have struggled to bring up their own children, should now feel trapped by a sense of obligation to the next generation?

Jules and Gareth Bowman from Essex were faced with that difficult question when they retired.

It’s a tough dilemma that many of today’s grandparents face: should they move, or stay?

“We had always dreamed of living in the country but my job kept us in town,” says Gareth. “Retirement brought the chance to move but our daughter Ellie worked full time and relied on us for childcare.

Although we didn’t want to let the family down, Jules suffers from ill-health and we felt we only had a few good years left.”

Having been through parenthood themselves,

The Bowmans finally confided their feelings to their daughter

and son-in-law.

“I don’t think they’d ever considered that we might want to live somewhere else. Ellie spoke to her boss, who let her work flexi-time, and she found a good créche for the holidays.

The move has been good for us and the family enjoy coming to visit.”

The Bowmans were lucky that their family could adapt to changing circumstances, but what works for one family may not work for another: other grandparents have felt there is no alternative but to continue offering support.

It seems counter-intuitive, but sometimes relocation can work better for everyone involved. Without the stresses and strains of close-up living, family visits become more like holidays, celebrated with lots of outings and treats, while Skype calls via a webcam help to bridge the gaps between visits.

Although it may help to discuss future plans with your children, ultimately it’s up to you to decide on the best long-term solution for your health and happiness. But however you choose to go forward, one thing is certain: real life decisions are more complex and challenging than they appear on those reality TV shows!

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Gretton Science Day Have you heard of the Gretton Science Day? If you have, you’ll be glad to know it is back for the fifth year running.

If you haven’t, you should come along. It’s on Saturday May 16th in Gretton Village Hall and the playing field in Gretton.

There will be dozens of different hands-on science activities. You can try out Google glasses, experience a flight simulator, look at bees through a microscope, identify birdsongs, test

your reactions like a fighter pilot, make a bath bomb, look at giant fossils, see how exercise affects your body, and lots, lots more.

Refreshments are available all day – ploughman’s lunches with your choice of salads, tasty hotdogs, drinks and homemade cakes.

It’s £3 for adults and £1 for children – a whole day out for a family for less than £10.

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For more information or to book visit the Cleeve Concerts website or call Lee Noble on 07917 195 129.

Seven Dials Rapscallions at Sudeley Castle Sunday 3 May, 10am Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD

Sudley Castle will be warming up for their big Victorian May Day event by having the Seven Dials Rapscallions, a troupe of Historical interpreters, portraying Victorian gentry on the castle grounds. The group will be enjoying a gentle game of cricket and a delicate, dignified picnic on the lawn, harking back to the days of Emma Dent at Sudeley. Included with normal admission.

Black (aka Colin Vearncombe) in Concert Saturday 3 May, 7.45pm Tithe Barn, GL52 8LU Singer-Songwriter Black who brought us the hits ‘Wonderful Life’ and ‘Sweetest Smile’ in the 80ths will perform at the Tithe Barn. Tickets: £16. For more information or to book visit the Cleeve Concerts website or call Lee Noble on 07917 195 129.

Victorian May Day will be back at Sudeley Castle this month. There will be Morris Dancers showing a traditional Chimney Sweep act, a Maypole, Punch and Judy shows as well as a ‘Palace of Curiosities’ sideshow. Children will be invited to step back in time and join in some traditional Victorian games while the ‘Seven Dials Rapscallions’ will portray the ‘down and dirty’ side of Victorian life. Event is included with admission.

Woodmancote May Day 2015 Monday 4 May, 2pm New Village Hall and Playing Fields This year’s theme is Sci-Fi - ‘May the 4TH be with you’. The costumed parade (Space themed) including Scout band and the May Queen with attendants will leave Woodmancote School at 1.30 p.m. and end at the playing field around 2 p.m. Fancy dress judging and crowning of the May Queen by the Mayor of Tewkesbury. There will be over 30 stalls and entertainment for the whole family - don’t miss out on this fun-filled family day out.

For more information call Kate on 01242 675935.

Cleeve Ladies Probus Tuesday 5 and 19 May, 9.45am Tithe Barn, GL52 8LU May 5: Outing; May 19: Hailes Abbey speaker, David Aldred.

Narrative Ark - The Journey Saturday 9 May, 9am - 4pm Tithe Barn, GL52 8LU A one-day workshop in which you can explore the narrative of your own life through creative writing. Cost: £50.

For more information or to book call Jo Flack on 07944 115043.

Garden/Plant Sale & Coffee Morning Saturday 9 May, 10am-11.30am Bishop’s Cleeve Methodist Church The monthly coffee morning at the Methodist Church will have a special garden/plant stall in aid of the church flower fund this month.

All plant donations welcome.

The usual stalls of cakes, books,

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Admission free, all welcome.

12th Prescott Hill Climb Open Classic Car Event Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May, 10am-4pm, Prescott

Cheltenham Cleeve Vale Rotary Club invites owners of pre-1980s vehicles to join this wonderful classic car event. On Saturday there will be a 60-mile Cotswold tour starting and finishing at Prescott. Spectators will be welcome on Sunday, with a suggested donation for the Club’s charities of £15 per car. Sunday will see the driving of the famous hill in marshalled but un-timed runs.

A Paddock entry donation of £50 per vehicle covers 2 runs up the hill, all passengers and a souvenir programme. There will also be a static display in designated areas for classic, vintage and special vehicles. A Static entry donation of £20 per car covers all passengers, a free programme and a cavalcade drive up the hill. All profits will go to Charities supported by Rotary (please gift aid your payments where possible so that we can reclaim tax).

Tewkesbury Abbey Concert “Eternal Light” Saturday 9 May, 7.30pm Tewkesbury Abbey

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by Tewkesbury Choral Society with Chameleon Arts Orchestra conducted by John Holloway: Goodall – Eternal Light: A Requiem; Vaughan Williams - Five Mystical Songs; Holst – Two Psalms. Soloists: Alexander Aldren, Hannah Davey and Thomas Humphreys. Tickets: £15 from Society members, the Tewkesbury Abbey Shop, the Roses Theatre or at the door. Accompanied school children go free.

At the Legion Steve Solo Saturday 9 and Saturday 23 May Top of Pecked Lane, near the railway crossing into Woodmancote Woodmancote/Bishops Cleeve Royal British Legion Club social party night.

Everyone welcome. Members: £3.50, Non-members: £4.50, a great social occasion. Saturday May 9: Steve Solo; Saturday May 23: Time Worn Out 45s.

Cafe Church Sunday 10 May, 6-7pm, St. Michael and All Angels An informal service lasting about 1 hour aimed at community members aged 16-25. Come along for fellowship and food.

Cleeve Carers and Friendship group Tuesday 12 and Friday 22 May, Meetings 2pm, St. Michael’s Hall This group reaches out to those in the Community who may not be Carers but are home alone or would simply like to meet with others for friendship. May 12: New Zealand, speaker Miss J. Bird; May 22: Trip to Bourton on the Water. For more information contact Graham Teale on 01242 673001.

Want to try Amateur Dramatics?

Sunday12 May, 7.30pm, Tithe Barn Bishop’s Cleeve players, your local amateur dramatic society are looking for new members for their forthcoming play titled “The Scottish Play”, not to be mistaken for Shakespeare’s Scottish play. This local group welcomes all, willing

to try out their acting talents, no previous experience necessary. The next monthly meeting on May 12 will be about the forthcoming autumn production. For more information visit www.bishopscleeveplayers.co.uk or find the Bishops Cleeve Players on Facebook. To get in touch email bishopscleeveplayers@yahoo.co.uk Bishop’s Cleeve Methodist Church Women’s Fellowship Wednesday 13 and Wednesday 27 May, 2pm, Methodist Church, Bishop’s Cleeve

May 13: Methodist Women in Britain, Easter offering. May 27: Cruise to Alaska, speaker Margaret Aldred. New members always welcome.

Invitation to Patient Participation Group Meeting Wednesday 13 May, 7.30pm Tithe Barn The Patient Participation Group of Stoke Road Surgery, Bishop’s Cleeve invites you to attend this excellent public meeting opportunity. Our first speaker, Teresa Middleton, will explain how ‘Pharmacy First’ can be the right choice for many patients. Dr Sally Pearson, supported by Heather Beer, will then explain and illustrate the way in which medical services and care can be delivered most effectively across the county.

Finally, Dr Jim Moore, will provide an update on plans to enhance the capacity of the surgery, and the results of this year’s Patients Questionnaire Survey.

The Winchcombe Cotswolds Walking Festival Friday 15 to Sunday 17 of May This popular Walking Festival offers

walks and events for differing levels of fitness and ability. This year will see interesting walks to lost medieval villages, Cotswold outlying hills and villages off the beaten track. Come and extend your knowledge of wild flowers, organic farming, arts and crafts or local history. If you want something different then try the challenge of a self-guided walk of 21-miles.

The festival is a great opportunity to meet people and enjoy the landscape. Antarctic explorer Pete Milner is going to give a talk at the festival so book now.

For more information visit: www. winchcombewelcomeswalkers. com/festival or pick up a brochure at Tourist Information Centres or local shops.

7th Spring Ale & Steam Weekend Sat 16, 10.30am to 7pm & Sun 17 May, 10.30am to 5*pm (*subject to change), Winchcombe & Toddington Stations A North Cotswold CAMRA and GWR event. 32 Beers, soft drinks and hot and cold food will be on offer. Camping near the station at Winchcombe available. Come by train: Cheltenham Racecourse - first train leaves at 10.55am, last return 7pm on Saturday and 5pm on Sunday. Regular trains from Toddington run throughout the day.

See timetable at the GWR website.

Train ticket or platform ticket neccassary for entry. Plenty of car parking at Toddington.

Gretton Science Day Sat 16 May, 11.30am - 4pm, Gretton Village Hall and Playing Field Come along for dozens of fun hands-on science activities.

Admission: Adults £3, children: £1.

Food and refreshments available.

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Winchcombe Festival Music & Arts Monday 18 to Monday 25 The 5th Music and Arts Festival in Winchcombe will again be celebrating the best local bands, groups, artists, poets and writers.

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Visitors can expect a varied programme of music, poetry, art, sculpture and workshops in and around Winchcombe. For more information and tickets visit: www.winchcombefestival.co.uk La Vie en Bleu Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 May, Gates open at 8am, first cars on the hill at 9am, Prescott Hill

La Vie en Bleu is one of the most popular events in the motor racing calendar. Don’t miss out on this celebration of French cars and life.

Now in its 9th year, the event will see its regular competitors alongside some new surprises. One of the highlights must be the Bugatti Veyron

– there will be demonstrations of this elegant car throughout the weekend.

The entertainment and Food will be through and through French. Tickets on the Gate will be £20 for a Day Pass and £35 for a Weekend Pass.

For more information or to book visit: www.prescott-hillclimb.com Family Fun Day at Sudeley Castle Sunday 24 May, 10am Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD A full day out for the whole family, including bouncy castles, ‘human demolition zone’, animal encounters, face painting, giant outdoor games, circus skills workshop, Georgian dancers, Medieval & Tudor characters, a magician, Punch and Judy, street dance classes, art and craft activities and much more. All included with admission ticket so don’t miss out!

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There will be Inshore Lifeboat demonstrations, various stalls, to include RNLI souvenirs, tombola etc.

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Celebrates 10th Year On The Air To mark the 10th anniversary of Radio Winchcombe, the radio station celebrated with a live outside broadcast from the White Hart Inn in Winchombe on April 22.

Alan Reid hosted the show while John Oldham talked to presenters from past and present times and even Gregg Upwards from our office who presented the radio team with a special Winchcombe Magazine cake to wish everyone a happy birthday joined in.

Honorary President of Radio Winchcombe Philip Arkell

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Tech Op Emma Perry from Radio Winchcombe Right: John Oldham, Nick Mundy & Alan Reid

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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 prebooked. For more information come into the Tourist Information Centre in Winchcombe, call 01242 602925 or email: winchwalks@btinternet.com Pre-School Children’s Italian Class Thursdays, 9.30 – 10.30am Tithe Barn, GL52 8LU Lively and fun Pre-school Italian classes with lots of fun, games, singing and craziness. For more information visit Girotondo Italian for Kids & Adults Cheltenham on Facebook or contact Lindsay on 07478 710022.

Woodmancote Probus Club Tuesdays, 10am – 12Noon Woodmancote New Village Hall Meetings start with refreshments followed by a talk at 10.30am. For more information call 01242 678121.

Arts and Crafts

Crafty Sew ‘n Sews Mondays 8am-10.30pm Meeting Room, The Tithe Barn

Drama Club for children Thursdays, The Tithe Barn ‘Hi Drama’ is an after school drama club for children aged 5-12 yrs. We act, sing and dance, producing a performance for family and friends at the end of every term. Visit out website: www.hidrama.net or find us on facebook: ‘Hi Drama’. For more information contact Melissa on 07867 764 074 or email hidrama@mail.com Patchwork and Quilting Classes Tuesdays 1.30-3.30pm; Wednesdays 1-3pm; Thursdays 10am-12 Noon and 1-3pm, The Tithe Barn Beginners welcome. Fully qualified and experienced teacher - for information and availability contact Carol Allen on 07967 123996 or email carol@zebrabird.co.uk Watercolour at the Tithe Barn Daytime Wed 10.30am-12.30pm and Thur 14.30-16.30pm; Evening Wednesday 7-9pm For more information ontact Pam Johns on 01242 699066 or 07846 898180. You can also email: pamjohns2001@yahoo.co.uk or visit: www.facebook.com/PamJohnsArt

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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 or to confirm attendance contact Joan Palmer on 07957 308968 or email: joan@mumsfit.co.uk A-Star Sports Thursdays 2.45pm, The Tithe Barn Fun-filled multi-sports experience for children aged 2-10 years. Building on an ABC-based foundation (agility, balance and co-ordination) your child will be introduced to and develop the skills for ten core sports. It is our ambition for every A-Star sports child to enjoy sport for life. Our small, energy packed classes provide encouragement and support for your child. Visit www.a-starsports.co.uk or call Richard Mann on 07934 605105.

Boggie Shoes Line Dance Classes Tuesdays (No classes every third Tuesday of the month due to hall

commitments.) The Tithe Barn 7-8pm: New Beginner Level and 8-9pm: Improver/Intermediate Level. Join the brilliant dance craze that incorporates Cha Cha, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, and Nightclub 2 Step.

You don’t need a dance partner or even know your left from you right! 7-8pm £5. Contact Jamie on 07810821558 or email boogie_ shoes@live.co.uk. You can also visit http://www.boogie-shoes.co.uk or find Boggie Shoes on Facebook: www.facebook.com/boogieshoes Zumba classes (50+) with Rosemary Thornton Thursdays 9.45 -10.45am The Tithe Barn Suitable for beginners and all levels of fitness. For more information please email Rosemary: rosemarythornton@hotmail.com

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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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British Leyland had the lame offerings of Marina (it’s a car not a boat, but it should have sunk without trace all the same), Allegro (it was hardly quick), or Dolomite (more like Termite).

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The Koreans unleashed a whole raft of silly, inappropriate or misunderstood monikers: Hyundai “Accent” - nothing wrong with that per se, except the script style typeface at a quick glance looks like “effluent”. From Kia: The Cee’d (don’t forget the apostrophe!) Hyundai again: The Pony - never a truer word said.

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