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Christmas is coming to town Throughout December the town centre promenade in Cheltenham will come alive with the vibrancy and colour of a whole host of traditional market stalls offering a sumptuous range of seasonal items, delicious food and gift choices. The series of events kicks off on Saturday 2nd December with the ever-popular traditional Charities and Fine Food & Drink Market on the Long Gardens pavement. It will be open from 9.00am to 4.00pm and you can look forward to meeting a range of local charities selling cards, calendars, wrapping paper and gifts, as well as an
array of farmers, growers and producers. Don't miss out on this early opportunity to savour the delights of local produce, beers, cider and wine, plus plenty more to tickle your fancy! The long-established Farmers Market will trade in festive fashion on Friday 8th and Friday 22nd December (at Long Gardens, 9.00am 2.00pm). It will comprise of the finest selection of artisan produce, seasonal foodstuffs and homemade temptations that anyone could wish for. This market is the essential shopping destination if you are looking to purchase local produce for your
Christmas celebrations. The Arts & Crafts Market on Saturday 16th December heralds the start of eight days of local Christmas shopping. Come along and browse the cornucopia of items presented by local artists and craftspeople to find that special gift or treat for that special someone. The Arts & Crafts Market runs from 9.00am to 5.00pm on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th December at Long Gardens, and Tuesday 19th to Sunday 24th December on the pedestrianised area.
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Chalk Talk I recently raised the future of Cheltenham’s A&E during Prime Minister’s Question Time. Although NHS managers had been quick to slap down suggestions for any threat following a spate of local rumours, I was determined that they should be left in no doubt about the value that we place on our A&E locally. And when I say ‘locally’, let’s not forget that our A&E is not just used by 115,000 people here in Cheltenham. It is cherished by residents in Bourton, Stow, Moreton-in-Marsh and beyond. That’s why I regularly discuss the hospital with my parliamentary colleagues in the Cotswolds and Tewkesbury. Back in 2013 Cheltenham’s Accident and Emergency hours were reduced. A&E now operates between 8.00am and 8.00pm. One of the first things I did when I was elected in 2015 was to hold urgent meetings with the key NHS Trusts in Gloucestershire. That’s
because I wanted to make plain that Cheltenham needed to keep its current A&E provision and that Trust management should be working towards restoring full services at the earliest opportunity. Back in 2013 local health bosses stated that the reason that A&E hours were reduced was a shortage of specialist middle-grade doctors. Four years on and I want to discover if that’s still the case. I’ve highlighted the issue with the Prime Minister. Now I’ve applied to hold a Parliamentary debate to explore the current recruitment position. The local NHS Sustainability and Transformation Plan, currently under construction, presents an opportunity to introduce a nighttime urgent care centre operating between 8.00pm and 8.00am every day. Let’s be clear: that facility must be
in addition to existing daytime A&E hours. It would give us 24hour cover in the heart of Cheltenham and would be a vital step towards the long-term goal of re-instating full A&E at Cheltenham General Hospital. Of course, it’s the local NHS managers who ultimately make the key decisions. We have to trust our local health professionals to use their clinical judgement. But at the same time, they need to truly listen to the voices of local people. - by Alex Chalk
Stars smash £55k for hospice Walkers have reached for the stars with their fundraising efforts for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice, raising a staggering £55,500 following on from the Starlight Hike - A Night to Remember which took place at the end of October and was sponsored by Capita. This could pay for 18 hospice nurses for a month, more than enough to pay for one nurse to provide a month of care in each of the inpatient hospice care beds in the county, which are all housed at the hospice. Matt Reay is Events Fundraiser at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. He said, “This is the largest amount of money our Starlight Hike event has ever raised. It will make a massive difference to those families we care for and support. As a charity, we rely on fundraising to keep our care services going. Thanks to all those walkers who turned out to be with us on the night and have been so busy fundraising before and since to raise this enormous amount of money. We are blown away by the response to the event.” The annual 10k night-time walk around Cheltenham takes walkers from St Edward's Prep School in Charlton Kings to the hospice grounds where Page 8
they can leave a message for a loved one on a wall of stars. This year Bishop's Cleeve-based Capita were the sponsors. Nikki Moss, Customer Service Manager, from Capita said, "We were delighted to be this year's main sponsor of the Starlight Hike, in aid of Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. Working with representatives from the hospice in the build-up to this prestigious event was truly inspirational, and an absolute pleasure – the professionalism, passion and commitment on show at all times was a credit to every member of staff and volunteer, and was an excellent fit with our own corporate values.”
“We are proud to have supported such a worthwhile cause that we hold so close to our hearts here at Capita, and very much look forward to working with the hospice again in the future." Next year’s Starlight Hike will take place at St Edward's Prep School, Cheltenham on Saturday 20th October 2018 from 7.00pm. For more information on Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice visit www.sueryder.org/leckhampton.
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Cake and Bake Chocolate & Walnut Biscotti These crunchy Italian biscuits are perfect for dunking into a festive coffee or serving as an after dinner treat. They also make a great foodie gift packed into clear gift bags and tied with ribbon and a Christmas label!
Ingredients: • 50g unsalted butter, softened • 100g golden caster sugar • 1 medium egg, beaten • Finely grated zest from 1 orange • 50g dark chocolate chips • 50g walnut pieces • 1/2 tsp baking powder • 175g plain flour, plus extra for kneading
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1. Preheat the oven to 180C, fan 160C, Gas 4. Cream the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until pale and fluffy, then beat in the egg and orange zest. Stir in the chocolate chips and walnut pieces. 2. Sift over the baking powder and flour and stir well until combined. Turn the mixture out onto a lightly floured surface and knead to a soft dough, adding a little more flour if necessary. 3. Divide the dough into two pieces and shape each to an oval shape roughly 20cm x 10 cm. Place on a large baking sheet and flatten slightly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until firm and light golden. Cool for 5 minutes. 4. Transfer the two pieces of semi-baked dough to a chopping board and, using a sharp knife, cut each piece into 10 slices. 5. Return the slices, cut-side down, to the baking sheet and bake for a further 8-12 minutes until crisp and golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool completely.
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Home & Interiors Christmas Elegance
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It’s all too easy to go overboard at Christmas. This year, why not decorate your home with subtle glamour, creating a sophisticated seasonal backdrop to festive times with friends and family. this living room is welcoming and cosy, but also cool, calm and collected, thanks to a subtle colour scheme of greys and whites, together with touches of texture in the form of wicker, wool and wood. traditional nordmann fir, from £29.99; led warm white string lights, from £9.99; wool throw, £59.99; firwood star decoration (set of three), £44.99; Magical Hare cushion, £39.99; tree decorations, from £1.49; all dobbies.
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Get Real This Christmas by Pippa Greenwood
Christmas is well and truly just around the corner and whilst your thoughts may be on gifts, meals, crackers and cards, don’t forget the tree. And I mean a REAL Christmas tree, complete with needles and, if you choose the really traditional route, that wonderful aroma. For those concerned about the impact on the planet, Britishgrown trees are most definitely not an ecological disaster zone - think of them as a crop plant rather like a field of cabbages, except that typically Christmas trees will use less fertiliser and fewer chemicals than many classic crop plants. To make sure you get what suits you best, there are a few things to think about before buying your tree. The Norway spruce (Picea abies) is the traditional tree, with gorgeous, short dark green pointed needles and that unmistakable Christmassy aroma, but it is the most likely to drop its needles. However, if well treated it won’t perform badly and it is the lowest-priced of the real trees. The Serbian Spruce (Picea omorica) is quite similar to the Norway spruce and is the favourite festive tree in central Europe, with a distinct blueish tint to the underside of the Page 18
needles. Typically slender, it is a good choice for smaller sitting rooms and has decent needle retention - but no smell. The Nordmann fir (Abies nordmanniana) is now the biggest-selling Christmas tree in the UK. Its shiny green broad needles are quite soft and almost impossible to shift, so it’s ideal for those who hate mess! The Fraser fir (Abies fraseri) is less widely available, but its combination of good looks and needle-holding ability makes it worth considering. It has a narrower base than the Norway spruce so is also useful in smaller houses. So, how do you choose the best tree of the type you’ve decided on and keep it looking good? • Don’t buy a real tree too early. • Opt for a tree produced by a member of the British Christmas Tree Growers Association - look for the BCTGA logo. • Choose a tree with a good, full shape, not lopsided and with minimal gaps. Check the needles - they should be glossy (for those varieties where this is a characteristic) and the correct colour. They must be free from pests and diseases - avoid anything
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Town Centre Talking It’s been a long time in the planning – make sure you enjoy a very Cheltenham Christmas What makes for a good Christmas in a town centre? It’s a question that we started asking not at the start of November but at the start of March. And when you’re planning Christmas in somewhere like Cheltenham, it’s crucial to have a long run-in time. At Cheltenham Business Improvement District (BID), we aim to support the town centre’s wide variety of businesses in all sorts of ways. But when Christmas comes around, there is no doubt the focus is on retail and F & B. That’s probably better known to you as shops and restaurants/pubs (Food and Beverage). The aim must be to make Cheltenham town centre as attractive a place as possible to as many different people as possible. Be they families, socialites looking for a night out or coach parties looking for the very best places to go Christmas shopping, the competition is everywhere. Just think about the rivals for the “Christmas pound”. For our businesses, it’s important that Cheltenham is more attractive than other towns and cities within driving distance. It’s just as important that it’s more attractive than mass-appeal regional centres like Cribbs Causeway. And it’s just as important that it’s more attractive than our own out-of-town shopping centres like Gallagher Retail Park and Kingsditch. When I’ve visited the latter two lately, they’ve certainly been busy. And I keep being told that it’s because of the free parking. That’s another reason why Gloucestershire shoppers are prepared to go all the way to Cribbs Causeway apparently (have they ever calculated how much more they spend on the fuel they use to get there?). Page 20
But actually, if you make the place they go to shop or eat and drink as welcoming and interesting as it possibly can be, all the evidence shows that the real impact of parking charges is minimal. That’s why, this Christmas, the BID has put its money where its mouth is and invested in new Christmas lights, with our financial support being in addition to the amount spent by Cheltenham Borough Council. The old lights have gone to be replaced by new lights that we intend to help improve yearon-year as the town centre redevelopment comes to an end. One new addition this year is a 3D feature at Boots Corner, which has stood bare in previous years. The first step is new-look events as the lights are turned on during the afternoon and evening of November 25. We think the youngsters will love both Santa’s horse-drawn carriage and a walking nativity featuring a petting donkey in Montpellier. The Christmas Market returns to the Promenade for more than three weeks and there are some wonderful Christmas productions being staged at The Everyman,
The Town Hall and The Playhouse. The BID has also launched the Cheltenham Gift Card, which is the only gift card that can be spent across the town at more than 70 businesses, including shops, restaurants, bars, cafes and clubs. It’s probably the only way you can be sure to give a gift this Christmas and know that the recipient will get exactly what they want. It also means the money stays in Cheltenham. Buy the card from the Ultimate Party Shop in Regent Street, Wild Beer in Cambray Place or online at www.cheltenhamgiftcard.co.uk. We think you’ll like the mix in Cheltenham this Christmas. Why go anywhere else? For more things to do and places to eat and shop this Christmas, please go to www.visitcheltenham/cheltenham. - by Kevan Blackadder, Cheltenham BID Director
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COUNCILLORS CORNER Writing copy for the Christmas edition on Remembrance Sunday can be a perilous task, but tomorrow is deadline day... Before we focus on the festive season, we must look back to remember the millions of people who lost their lives, and remind ourselves what they fought for. We owe it to them to build a better future for this and for future generations. Closer to home we must decide, for example, what sort of place we want Cheltenham to be. By the time you are reading this, two consultations will have been completed, both indicative of ways Cheltenham will have to adapt to our changing world. The first is about more sustainable planting. Contrary to rumour, there is no proposal to concrete over Imperial Gardens or the Long Gardens, but there is increasing recognition that there are merits in reducing the amount of watering that is needed,
and in planting more sustainably – without detracting from the floral displays that Cheltenham is famous for. More sustainable planting is essential if Cheltenham is ever to enter Britain in Bloom again. The second is ’20 is plenty’, a proposal to reduce the speed limit on most residential roads to just 20mph. Not only is this a road safety issue, but it would significantly reduce pollution. Sadly, Cheltenham is named and shamed as one of the towns with the worst air quality in the country. For the sake of our residents, we must do better. This December should also see the completion of the Joint Core Strategy inspection. By 11th December, Gloucester, Tewkesbury and Cheltenham councils should all have voted to sign off the strategy and implementation can begin.
Cheltenham Calendar Ding Dong Merrily on High! The festive season is finally here and the bells are certainly ringing. I am reporting for duty and am ready to bring you a whole host of cosy events and seasonal shindigs. Kick off your final month of the year with a Pizza and Prosecco Festival at Glenfall House in Charlton Kings on the 2nd of December. With delicious homemade pizzas and over 20 types of prosecco to choose from, this event is not to be sniffed at. On the same day, Cheltenham Town Hall is hosting 'The Joy of Christmas 2017'. Presented by BBC presenter Vernon Harwood, this concert featuring carols, seasonal songs and festive cheer is bound to get you into the spirit of Christmas. Work off the pizza and prosecco by taking part in a Father Christmas fun run on the first Sunday of the month. Join Santas from all over the Cotswolds to run, walk or crawl 3K around Pittville Park in a red padded suit to raise money for charity. The following weekend on the 9th, you can step through the wardrobe and find yourself surrounded by
lions, witches and fawns. Cheltenham Town Hall is hosting a Narnia-themed afternoon tea and you have been invited by the Ice Queen herself. Listen to snow crackling underfoot as Mr Tumnus shows you to your table where you can feast on an afternoon tea while watching a ballet performance by the Ice Queen. The tickets are £19.50 which is a real bargain for such an immersive experience, a dance performance and an afternoon tea. There are plenty of opportunities to catch Santa this month, despite it being his busiest month. Tuck into a cup of tea and full English at the Harvester in the Brewery on the weekends of the 16th and 23rd, whilst being visited by the big man himself. Or take a cruise through Gloucester Docks as he ho ho ho’s his way through the Quays from the 16th. St Nick can also be found on the GWR railway as he chugs his way between Winchcombe and Cheltenham Racecourse throughout December.
I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! By next Christmas, the new John Lewis store will be open, which will make a big impact on the town centre. - Cllr Paul McCloskey Charlton Kings Borough Councillor
by Olivia Scull There is also another chance to get wrapped up in the faux fur coats and have a hot toddy as the thrill of the races warms you up. The 15th and 16th bring two days of exhilarating international races to Cheltenham. There are many Christmas and New Year parties, events and celebrations scattered throughout December, too many to mention in this short column! For more information on specific smaller events, head online. And don’t forget the festive events that have started last month and are carrying on in December, such as the Christmas Market on the Promenade and the Dick Whittington pantomime at Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre. The combination of those two is bound to covert any cynical scrooge!
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Lions Club of Cheltenham December Update
Club President David Storey, Mayor Klara Sudbury and Club Vice President Tom Pettigrew launching the Wenceslas Appeal On 23rd October the Mayor of Cheltenham launched the Wenceslas Heating Appeal on behalf of the Lions Club. If anyone feels that they can manage without all or part of their Winter Fuel Allowance, Cheltenham Lions provide a direct bridge to those in Cheltenham with insufficient money to pay their fuel bills. Money raised will be passed to CCP (Caring for Communities and People) who will distribute it to Cheltenham residents in need. Nothing will be taken for administration by Cheltenham Lions
or CCP. CCP is adept at helping people who have a serious and immediate need. It is calculated that around 6,925 households in Cheltenham need to spend 10% or more of their income to achieve adequate warmth. Donations can be sent by cheque made payable to “Cheltenham Lions Club Charitable Trust Fund” and endorsed “Wenceslas Heating” on the back to the ‘Treasurer, Lions Club of Cheltenham, 39 Rivelands Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9RF". Alternatively, you can pay via mydonate (BT online free-to-use service). The Club has had a Holiday Caravan at Burnham on Sea for the past 34 years. It provides local disabled people, who would not otherwise have a holiday, with a break. This summer 94 people (including 40 children) have used the caravan. They have been recommended by Acorns Children’s Hospice, the James Hopkins Trust and Gloucestershire Carers. The Club is looking forward to the next season. Last month, members helped marshall the Sue Ryder Starlight Hike. Over 500 walkers took part and raised money for the local hospice. It was lovely seeing people from all walks of life come together and remember loved ones while supporting such a wonderful cause.
The Club was happy to once again be involved in this fantastic event. The Club is currently preparing for the next book sale in the Regent Arcade which will be held in February. If you have any good quality novels or children’s books you wish to donate, Club members will collect books from within the Cheltenham area. Contact Ron White on 01242 675286 or David Green on 01242 862225. The Lions Club of Cheltenham would like to wish all its friends and all Cheltenham Magazine readers a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year and remind everyone that the 'Cards for Good Causes' pop-up shops at 32 Cambray Place (until 16th Dec) and The Wilson (until 18th Dec) are now open. The shops support many good causes, some of which are local, so make sure to pop in for some Christmas cards and more. The Cheltenham Lions Club meets at the Victory Club on the second and fourth Monday of every month. For more information, contact Peter Weir on 07973 807159 or Club President David Storey on 01242 235606. - by David Green, Club PRO
Christmas Food and Drink 1. What name is given to the part of a traditional Christmas dinner that consists of small sausages wrapped in bacon? 2. With the first part of its name meaning "star" in Latin, which lager was originally launched as a festive beer in 1926? 3. Not wanting to offend any of those who invited her, Geraldine Granger eats four Christmas lunches in a 1996 Christmas special of which TV show? 4. According to tradition, eating at least one what on each of the 12 days of Christmas is thought to bring good luck for the coming year? 5. Which liqueur is mixed with lemonade to make a cocktail called the Snowball? 6. Commonly eaten at Christmas in the USA and Canada, which dessert is mentioned in the lyrics of the songs Sleigh Ride and Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree? 7. Consumed by many people around Christmas time, what is known as Glogg in some parts of Europe? 8. In a famous nursery rhyme, who was "eating a Christmas pie"? 9. Which alcoholic spirit is traditionally added to butter and served with Christmas Pudding? 10. In 2008, three episodes of Deal Or No Deal that were aired shortly after Christmas featured what food item in place of the 1p booby prize? Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers
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Remember loved ones at hospice's 'Lights of Love' event The hospice’s poignant ‘Lights of Love’ event takes place at St Matthew's Church, Clarence Road in Cheltenham on Wednesday 6th December, and everyone is warmly invited to attend. Featuring Christmas carols, choir performances and readings alongside time for remembrance and reflection, the service starts at 6.30pm followed by festive refreshments. The gathering gives the opportunity to celebrate cherished memories of loved ones, and guests are invited to write a dedication for loved ones on a special dedication candle which is displayed during the event on a special wall of light. The event is led by Hospice Chaplain Rob Pestell with readings from hospice volunteers and staff. There will also be music performances led by Lucas Bailey with songs from The Pamoja Gospel Choir and support from regular hospice volunteer Kevin O’Brien and Sue Perks. Traditional mince pies, chocolate logs, coffee and tea will be served,
and Christmas cards, Christmas decorations and happiness boxes will be on sale at the back of the church. ‘Lights of Love’ is free to attend and is open to all. Any donations given help Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice support local families who have a loved one living with a condition like cancer, heart failure, lung disease or a neurological condition with their specialist care and family support. Elise Hoadley, Director of Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice said, “Christmas is a special time for families and many of us who have lost a loved one will have treasured memories of Christmases past in our minds."
Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice is home to the only inpatient unit with beds in Gloucestershire giving specialist hospice care alongside its family support and day services and hospiceat-home team which takes the hospice’s care and ethos out and about in people’s homes and local communities.
“At Lights of Love, we come together in a moving and memorable way to remember, celebrate and give thanks for the lives of family and friends while helping to raise funds so we can continue to be there for local people and families who need us.
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What's On in Dec/Jan Dick Whittington and his Cat Ongoing until Sunday 7th January 2018, Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ This year’s pantomime at the Everyman Theatre will be Dick Whittington and his Cat. Join Dick as he travels from Gloucester to London to make a fortune and runs into cast favourites such as Tweedy, along the way. For more information, prices and tickets, visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk. Treasure Island Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd Dec, The Tithe Barn, Bishop's Cleeve Bishop's Cleeve Players present this year's panto, complete with Long John Silver (and Short Joe Silver), pirates and treasure. Come along and join in. Performances Friday at 7.00pm, Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.00pm. Tickets £10 for adults, £5 for children (14 or under) available from George Lewis Footwear Bishop's Cleeve or call 01242 673917. Coffee Concerts Saturday 2nd Dec, 10.30am and Wednesday 20th December, 4.00pm, Christ Church, Malvern Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2JH Short concerts followed by fresh coffee and homemade cakes. Entry by donation to Christ Church Fabric Fund. Everyone welcome. Santa Specials at the GWSR Every Saturday & Sunday in December until the 24th and on the 20th, 21st and 22nd December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Special Santa trains will be running throughout December in the run-up to Christmas. You can choose between the very popular Santa Steam Specials or the more relaxed Santa Railcar Specials. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com.
& Co. Tickets: £12 - £27.50. Call the box office on 01684 295074 or visit www.rosestheatre.org. Cleeve Chorale Christmas Concert Saturday 2nd December, 7.30pm, St. Michael's Church, Bishop's Cleeve Cleeve Chorale will again be joined by the Choir from Bishop's Cleeve Primary Academy. Tickets £10 each, (children under 16 free) from George Lewis Footwear, Woodmancote News, Gotherington Stores or on the door. For more information call 01242 674114.
The Joy of Christmas Saturday 2nd December, 7.30pm, Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA
A festive treat of seasonal music and readings from school and adult choirs, with BBC presenter Vernon Harwood and conductor Ian Higginson, the English Concertante Orchestra (George Ewart) featuring: Jubilate Chamber Choir, University of Gloucestershire & Community Choir , Charlton Kings, St Edward’s, Richard Pate’s and Airthrie school choirs. Sponsored by St Edward’s School. Tickets £14.00. For more information and tickets, contact the box office on 0844 576 2210 or visit www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk. Santa Fun Run Sunday 3rd Dec, registration from 9.30am, event starts at 11.00am, Pittville Park, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE Start your festivities early and join this fun charity fundraiser. Put on your finest festive outfit and run 3K around Pittville Park. The supported charities this year are Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospital Charity, The Samaritans, Cancer Research UK and a number of local Rotary Charities. For more information and tickets go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for ‘Santa's Fun Run 2017’.
Sleeping Beauty Sat 2nd Sun 31st Dec, The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX Youth@Heart Christmas Fair Written and directed by Ben Crocker. Sunday 3rd Dec, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Tewkesbury’s traditional family Parish Rooms Highnam, GL2 8DG pantomime is bound to have you Homemade festive produce, in Please stitches. mention SponsoredCheltenham by Peter Ball Magazine handcrafted gifts, Secret Santa, when responding to advertisers
children's activities, seasonal refreshments and more! Join us for a festive treat and support our cause. Event sponsored by Pro-Door. Sing Carols with your Pets Sunday 3rd December, 2.00pm, Woodmancote Village Hall, GL52 9HX Children bring your parents, grandparents and pets, in fact, bring anybody that will dress up in Christmas hats, scarves, etc. – pets included - and sing carols. There will be a prize for the best festive dressed pet (decorated small animal cages also judged). Large pets such as horses, donkeys, etc. can enjoy the carol singing in the large car park outside, they are also included in the Christmas-themed dressing up. Come and join in the festive fun and let your pets enjoy a Christmas outing as well! Those without their pets can bring a photo of a past loved pet. Free admission. Look out for our posters in and around the villages. Rev. Dr. D. Brierley Jones is looking for Choristers to come along and add their voice to this joyous occasion – no pet required. For further information ring Mr Robin Wilcox on 07818 746054.
Light Up a Life Sunday 3rd Dec, 3.00pm, St Luke's Church, Cheltenham A beautiful service to remember the lives of those we have loved at St Luke’s Church. Light a candle or hang a star in memory of a loved one. Enjoy carols sung by Warden Hill Junior School Choir. For further details contact the LINC Office on 0300 422 4422. www.lincfund.org Cleeve Concerts Performances start at 7.30pm and are held at the Tithe Barn in Bishop's Cleeve. Come along and see established artists perform in an intimate setting. Sunday 3rd December: Martin Simpson. Tickets are available from Cheltenham Town Hall, and the Cleeve Concert website www.cleeveconcerts@ hotmail.com. Tickets can also be bought at the door on the night. For more information, contact the box office on 0333 666 3366 (calls charged at national rate, booking fees apply). Winchcombe Christmas Festival Tuesday 5th December, 5.00pm - 8.00pm, Winchcombe
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...events cont'd Enjoy late night shopping in a festive atmosphere with local shops, galleries, restaurants, eateries and over 40 market stalls. You can look forward to fantastic shopping opportunities, seasonal food and entertainment.Thanks to the Winchcombe Rotary Club, children can meet Santa in his Grotto (in the Guide Hall), all proceeds will go towards supporting local charities. Winchcombe Folk Night Tuesday 5th December, 8.00pm 11.00pm, The White Hart Inn, High St, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ An open night in a lively and friendly atmosphere. A warm welcome is extended to singers, musicians and audiences to join our regular performers. For more information please call 01242 602236. Light of Love Wednesday 6th December, from 6.30pm, St Matthew's Church, Clarence Road, Cheltenham
Emmanuel Festival of Decorated Christmas Trees Friday 8th - Sunday 10th Dec, Emmanuel Church, Fairfield Parade, Cheltenham, GL53 7PJ
A fabulous display of trees – the artistic, the ingenious, the thought-provoking and, of course, the beautiful. All decorated by local people – individuals, families and both children’s and adults’ groups. Opening times are Friday 6.00pm 9.00pm with Carol Singing amongst the trees, mince pies and mulled wine. Saturday 11.00am – 5.00pm and Sunday 2.00pm - 6.00pm. Admission £2.50, under 16’s free. On Saturday 9th December at 7.00pm, there will be a Carol Concert by the Cotswold Male Voice Choir and Naunton Park School Choir (tickets £5). For more information or to enter a tree, contact Jackie Dunlop on 01242 580731 or emmanuel.church@btconnect.com. Spectacle of Light Friday 8th - Saturday 30th Dec, Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD
This Sue Ryder event is all about remembering loved ones. Christmas carols, choir performances and readings alongside time for remembrance and reflection, followed by festive refreshments. Please register your wish to attend online to help the hospice ensure they have enough refreshments for everyone at www.sueryder.org/ leckhamptonlights. Alternatively, email leckhampton.fundraising@sueryder.org or call 01242 246285. 999 Emergency Services Carol Service Thursday 7th December, 7.30pm, Cheltenham College Chapel, Bath Rd The Cheltenham and Tewkesbury Branch of the RNLI invite you to a carol service with the Chaplain, Reverend Dr Adam Dunning and the Gotherington Singers. Join us afterwards for coffee and mince pies. Everyone welcome. For more details contact Faith on 01242 261330. www.candtrnli.btck.co.uk Page 32
Experience the night time magic of Sudeley through a beautiful new illuminated trail. A wonderful experience for all ages. For more information and tickets, please visit www.sudeleycastle.co.uk/spectacle/. Live Music – Sadie Roach Trio & Michael Roach Friday 8th December, 8.00pm, The Tithe Barn, Bishop's Cleeve Treat yourselves to an evening of great live music, including RnB, Jazz and Acoustic Blues. Cheltenhamborn, up-and-coming, young musician Sadie Roach is returning home for this evening with her trio of musicians.
The evening will also feature respected Blues musician Michael Roach, who will delight with this rare local appearance, performing his timehonoured mix of traditional blues, jazz and gospel. Tickets available at Vinyl Vault, Cambray Place, Cheltenham or at The Tithe Barn in Bishop's Cleeve. £12 in advance or £15 on the door. Fundraiser Auction Saturday 9th December, Viewing at 1.00pm, Auction starts at 2.00pm, Tewkesbury Baptist Church The Creative Club is a non-profit organisation which has been running for a year now. At the beginning of December, the Club will be hosting a fundraiser auction with many local goods and services on offer. Items include hampers from Tesco, Morrisons and Cotswold Dairy, Cream Teas at Tilly's and the Jelly Roll Cafe, meals at The Nottingham Arms, The Britannia Inn and Uncle Sam's Fish & Chips Shop as well as vouchers for men's and ladies haircuts, to name but a few. There will also be lots of quality second-hand items on offer, so please come along and support the event. Soup, cakes and tea coffee will be on offer. In support of the Tewkesbury Refugees. Evening Christmas Carols by Steam Train Sat 9th Dec, 7.00pm, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Get into the true spirit of Christmas with the railway's annual open air 'Christmas Carols by Steam Train' service. It will be departing from Toddington at 7.00pm. This year the event is in aid of the charity Winston's Wish. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com. Bishop's Cleeve Craft Fair Sun 10th Dec, 10.30am - 2.30pm, Community Centre, Bishop's Cleeve A wide range of stalls with a different selection each month. Refreshments available. Free entry. For more information, please contact Libby Cleal on 07776 301767.
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The Tithe Barn, Bishop’s Cleeve Cleeve Harmony are delighted to be able to repeat their very successful concert held last year. Everyone is invited to come and sing round the Christmas tree with the choir and to hear their very own Christmas songs. Tickets are £4, under 16’s free, to include refreshments. Tickets available from George Lewis Shoe Shop in Bishop’s Cleeve. For more information, call 01242 676669. Tapestry of Christmas Music Tuesday 12th Dec, 7.30pm 9.45pm, Pitville Pump Rooms, Cheltenham, GL52 3JE Cheltenham Choral Society, conducted by Ian Higginson, present a Tapestry of Music featuring The Ashcroft Quintet and children’s choirs from Airthrie School and Prestbury St. Mary’s CofE School. The traditional family concert will include a variety of music, old favourites and new works along with seasonal readings and some surprises! Tickets £10.00 (£5.00 under 13), all seats unreserved and available on the door or from the Town Hall Box Office – 0844 576 2210. Tewkesbury Choral Society Concert Thursday 14th December, 7.30pm, Tewkesbury Abbey Mozart Mass in C Minor and Charpentier Te Deum. For more information please visit www.tewkesburychoral.org.uk. Cheltenham Races – The International Friday 15th and Saturday 16th December, first race begins at 12.10pm, Cheltenham Racecourse One last chance to see some racing action before the year is out. The International showcases top-class race jumping featuring one of the most significant races of the entire season. With live music and a shopping village you can get into the festive spirit and enjoy two days of exciting racing. For more information and tickets, please visit http://cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk/. Winchcombe Live The White Hart Inn, High Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ Firday 15th December: Brooks Williams – Virtuoso Americana guitarist. Friday 19th January: True Strays – Blues fuelled rock and roll revivalists. For more information, please visit www. facebook.com/Winchcombelive/.
The biggest young farmers party of the year! With tickets at just £25.00 for members and £30.00 for non-members, don’t miss out on the party of the year! Tommy & The Fuse will be providing music on the night. To purchase tickets please visit https://www. tickettailor.com/checkout/view-event/ id/116699/chk/33cd/ref/facebook Carols by Candlelight Sunday 17th December, 6.30pm, Cambray Baptist Church, Cambray Place, Cheltenham, GL50 1JS The Church is beautifully decorated for this special event which combines the Christmas message with carols old and new. Seasonal refreshments will follow the service. Early arrival is advised. For more information please visit www.cambray.org. Christmas Play Zone Monday 18th - Friday 22nd December, 8.30am - 5.00pm, Prince of Wales Stadium, Tommy Taylors Lane, Cheltenham Whether you need childcare, want your child to have something fun to do or have them disappear while you do a bit of shopping, we’ve got you covered! Full day £20, half-day £15.00. Childcare vouchers accepted; OFSTED registered. Call 01242 528764 to make your booking. Churchdown Male Voice Choir Concerts Monday 18th, Tuesday 19th & Wednesday 20th December, 7.30pm, Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2JH The Churchdown Male Voice Choir will host 3 concerts at Churchdown Community Centre this December what better way to start your Christmas? Tickets are £9 (includes a supper during the interval), and are available from Colin Acton on 01452 714360 but hurry as the concerts sell out quickly. Cleeve Common Christmas Trail Wednesday 20th December, 12 noon To obtain tickets or for further information, go to the Parish Office, Church Road, Bishop's Cleeve, or call the Office on 07471 68 78 77 or the Ranger on 07756 828 458. Please note for some events booking is essential. www.cleevecommon.org.uk
Christmas Day Swim Gloucestershire Young Monday 25th December, from Farmers Glitter Ball 11.00am, Sandford Parks Lido, Friday 15th Dec, 9.00pm - 1.00am, Cheltenham, Keynsham Rd, Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA Cheltenham, GL53 7PU Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers
Take the chance to swim in Sandford Parks Lido’s cold waters on Christmas Day 2017! The water will be extremely cold so this is event is for people aged 17+ only. The gates will open at 10.30am and a disclaimer will need to be signed before entering the pool. Spectators are welcome to come along. This event has been going for more than 50 years and is free with a donation to the Sandford Lido Charity. Churchdown Postcard, Cigarette Cards and Stamps Fair Thursday 28th December, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2JH Come along to this independent fair attracting 29 dealers that will be buying, selling and exchanging on the day. Refreshments available, along with free car parking and free admission. If you have anything to sell, then please bring it along on the day. For more information, please contact Simon Collyer on 07966 565151 or 01283 820151, or you email simoncollyer289@btinternet.com. Christmas Cracker Fri 29th & Sat 30th December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Mixed traffic event. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com. New Year’s Day Racing Monday 1st January, from 10.30am, Cheltenham Racecourse Whether you’re a racing expert or just want to start the new year with some racing action in the fresh air, this racing event is a highlight on the town’s annual calendar. Seven exciting races, fun entertainment and activities for the children (including Paddington Bear) and much more! For more information and tickets, please visit http:// cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk/. Winchcombe Folk Night Tuesday 2nd January, 8.00pm 11.00pm, The White Hart Inn, High St, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ An open night in a lively and friendly
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Two races, two different distances (500m or 1km) and both are freezing cold! It is mandatory that all competitors must wear a winter wetsuit and silicon hat for this event (boots and gloves are also recommended). This event is for seasoned, experienced winter swimmers only. Spectators wel-come – come and support the swimmers! Cost: £16 (500m), £21 (1km). For more information and tickets, visit www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk. Cleeve Concerts Performances start at 7.30pm and are held at the Tithe Barn in Bishop's Cleeve. Come along and see established artists perform in an intimate setting. Friday 12th January: Paul Jones & Dave Kelly. Tickets are available from Cheltenham Town Hall, and the Cleeve Concert website www. cleeveconcerts@hotmail.com. Tickets can also be bought at the door on the night. For more information, contact the box office on 0333 666 3366 (calls charged at national rate, booking fees apply). Bishop's Cleeve Craft Fair Sun 14th Jan, 10.30am - 2.30pm, Community Centre, Bishop's Cleeve A wide range of stalls with a different selection each month. Refreshments available. Free entry. For more information, please contact Libby Cleal on 07776 301767. Aladdin Pantomime Thursday 18th - Sunday 21st January 2018, from 7.00pm; with matinees at 2.30pm on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st January, The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP Set to delight the audience, Page 34
Promenade Productions will steal the show with its much-loved amateur pantomime ‘Aladdin’. Tickets from £10.00. For more information, please call 01242 224144. St Edward’s School Open Day Friday 19th January, 9.30am 3.00pm, Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8EY Whole School Open Day. For more information, visit www.stedwards.co.uk. Festival Trials Day Saturday 27th January, gates open at 10.30am, Cheltenham Racecourse Head to the racecourse and get some notable pointers of horses ahead of The Festival in March. This highly acclaimed one-day jump fixture features nine races (from 12.00pm), including highly popular BetBright Trial Chase. For more information and tickets, please visit http://cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk/. FUTURE DATE FOR THE DIARY Pacifists and Protesters - The Lost Story of Resistance to World War One
01242 512964 / 07712 433978. Cheltenham Parkinson’s Group Last Tuesday of the month – evenings or daytime depending on the activity, St Mark's Methodist Church Hall, Gloucester Rod, 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 Co-ordinator, on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons.org. uk if you are interested in coming along. See more at www.parkinsons. org.uk/local-support-groups/regions/ cheltenham-and-district-branch Cleeve Chorale Tuesdays 7.30pm, Bishop’s Cleeve Primary Academy, Tobeyfield Road Are you interested in having a good sing? Then come along to our rehearsal nights; no previous experience required. New members always welcome. For more information call 01242 674114.
LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES
Heidi's Heroes Mondays 11.30am - 12.30am and 8.00pm - 9.00pm, Cheltenham Ladies College Sports Centre, Malvern Road, Cheltenham Cancer patients past and present are invited to join a unique fitness class being run and funded by the Cheltenham based charity Heidi's Heroes. Classes are being held on Monday mornings and evenings and are open to patients with all types of cancer, irrespective of their prognosis. The classes are jointly run by Clare Lait, a Specialist Cancer Physiotherapist, and Brendan Ward, Senior Gym Instructor at Cheltenham Ladies College's Sports Centre. For more details please contact Clare on 07738 709072 or email clare.lait@cancer-physio.com.
Advice Bites Café Last Thursday of every month, 6.00pm - 7.00pm, Grevill House, 279 London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL52 6YL A group for those concerned about a friend or relative getting older. Join us for a cup of tea and piece of cake and share concerns and experiences in an informal setting. There will be a different guest speaker at each session. Sessions are free to attend and there is no need to book. If you would like further information please refer to The Orders of St John Care Trust Facebook page, email manager. grevill@osjctglos.co.uk or call
Trinity Ladies Probus Club Meets on the first & third Wednesday of every month, Doors open at 9.45am for coffee (meeting starts at 10.30am), St Mary’s Parish Centre, New Street, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8JJ Are you a retired or semi-retired woman? Live in the Cheltenham area? Do you enjoy learning new things or meeting people? We organise trips and events and have a guest speaker at every meeting. These talks cover a very wide range of subjects. Why not come along and try us out? Visitors are very welcome! The meeting fee is just £2 (£1 for members). If you decide to
Friday 16 & Saturday 17th February, The Parabola Theatre, Parabola Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3AA The Gloucester Theatre Company has created a stunning new piece of theatre to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One. The piece features a production of a new play called A DANGEROUS WOMAN and a devised presentation, inspired by the words of poets, pacifists and other protesters. Directed by Alexander J Gifford. For a trailer for the show as well as more information on the company and production, please see www.thegloucestertheatrecompany.co.uk.
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join, you can buy an annual subscription for £25 (payable in March). Six-month membership is also available. Questions? Call Mary Irwin on 07783 338875 or email her at mirwint@yahoo.com.
LOCAL MARKETS Cheltenham Christmas Market Until Saturday 16th December, 10.00am - 6.00pm, The Promenade, Cheltenham Delicious seasonal food and stalls selling a wide selection of festive crafts and gifts. Christmas Charities, Fine Food & Drink Market Saturday 2nd December, 9.00am 4.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham First stop for cards, gifts and wrapping, plus tasty food! Cheltenham’s Farmers’ Market Every second and last Friday of each month, 9.00am - 2.00pm, Pedestrianised area of the Promenade outside Cavendish House, Cheltenham A great opportunity to sample and buy locally grown and made produce from Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds. Christmas Celebration Farmers Markets Friday 8th & 22nd Dec, 9.00am - 2.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham
The essential destination for the finest local food and produce to satisfy all! Christmas Gifts Arts & Crafts Markets Sat 16th & Sun 17th December, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham. Tuesday 19th - Sunday 24th December, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Pedestrian Zone, Cheltenham The treasure trove for gifts, treats and that extra special something for someone...
REGULAR EVENTS Churchdown Book Fair First Sunday of every month, 10.00am - 3.30pm, Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2JH Gloucestershire’s longest running independent book fair attracting between 20 and 25 dealers from all over the country. 1000s of quality second hand and antiquarian books, postcards and Ephemera. Refreshments and easy parking available. Admission 50p (under 16s free). Enquiries and bookings: Terry Sims 01452 546879 or email terry_bookworms@hotmail.co.uk. LINC Lunch Club First Friday of every month, Cheltenham The Linc Lunch Club is for everyone. Join us every month in carefully selected eateries around Cheltenham and help
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support Linc whilst catching up with friends. Venues include Montpellier Lodge, The Mayflower, Flynns, The Spice Lodge and Prithvi. The lunch typically costs £15 with £4 going to LINC. The restaurant provides a meal for £10 a head (with some exceptions) the staff get £1 gratuity. We have had some really lovely meals and are grateful to all the restaurants that support us. For more information and tickets, please visit www.lincfund.org. Next dates: 1st December – The Daffodil Mint & Coriander Cooking Courses Bishop’s Cleeve Learn to cook authentic Indian dishes from scratch with Aly who will be sharing her family recipes and cooking tips with you. Classes take place in the privacy of Aly's home in Bishop's Cleeve and you can expect a generous dollop of fun mixed with the possibility of making a new friend or two. Aly offers mixed menu workshops, full day workshops, 3-week courses and student workshops. To find out more about the workshops or to book a place, please call 01242 692475 or 07438 495254 or get in touch via email: mintncoriander@ yahoo.com. For further information and some fantastic recipes, please visit www.mintandcoriander.com and follow Mint & Coriander on Facebook.
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