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From the Editor Hello Reader, Welcome to the May issue of your Cheltenham Magazine which once again is full of local events happening in Cheltenham.

May is one of those lovely months because not only do we have two Bank Holidays to enjoy, we also have the amazing Wychwood Festival, which is now in its 11th year, returning to the Racecourse.

The event gets nominated Best Family Festival every single year in the UK Festival Awards. I am hoping for a sunny weekend so we don’t have to pack wellies and umbrellas for my children who are so looking forward to the kid’s Literature Festival and Justin Fletscher AKA “Mr. Tumble” while I am looking forward to UB40-Ali Campbell – we are so spoilt for choice in Cheltenham!

Finally, if you are a fan of the great outdoors, just up the road in Winchcombe they are hosting the Winchcombe Cotswolds Walking Festival - it’s a must for walkers and ramblers alike! We love to take a packed lunch and picnic halfway around (see What’s On Section for dates).

If you are looking forward to May and June as much as I do, I know you will have a great time, no matter what you are up to.

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First and Second World War memories to be digitally www.ww1cheltenham.org/ since archived it was launched by Cheltenham To mark the centenary of the First World War, and the 70th anniversary of VE Day, Cheltenham Borough Council is working with the University of Gloucestershire to record local history from within the community.

To help with the project, they are looking for people who were living in Cheltenham, or in service during the Second World War. They are also keen to have stories of life in Cheltenham, or of family members involved in the First World War. Anyone wishing to share their experiences and stories will have the opportunity to have them digitally archived.

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Hannah Wright, community engagement assistant said, “People have been coming into the Municipal Offices with some fascinating stories of relatives involved in World War One, and bringing old photographs, medals and artefacts to show us. As the 70th anniversary of VE Day is near, it seemed appropriate that we also extend to people involved in the Second World War. Both wars are currently fairly prominent in our minds and in the media, and this is an opportune time to capture some of these stories and what they mean to the people telling them.”

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The top tier... earn up to 5% easy-access via 'bank account' savings. Some bank accounts' in-credit rates now smash easy access savings accounts and ISAs. They're done as a loss leader to entice new banking customers - yet if you're prepared to switch account, you gain. Aim to cover as much as possible at decent rates.

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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”.

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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?

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The kilns are being re-pointed and their bases are being reset in order to extend their life.

New fencing has been put up around the kilns to deter members of the public from going too near the unstable rock face; and an interpretation panel will also be installed to explain the history of the site with some past images that will contrast with the current look of the area.

Wayne Sedgwick, senior community ranger, said: “Last year a survey was carried out on the lime kilns to see if we could try and restore them. Unfortunately the report highlighted a slight instability of the rock face behind so we’re putting up some permanent fencing around the kilns to deter members of the public from this area.

“There are many historical features on the hill including an Iron Age hill fort and long barrow. Old tramways crisscross the hill from the days of limestone quarrying and the remains of kilns and quarries are still very much in evidence. ensure members of the public can enjoy and appreciate the history we have on the hill.”

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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 Page 14

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.

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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.

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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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… But Is It Acupuncture?

With so so many many rival rival forms forms of of ‘alternative ‘alternative With therapy’ available, it is important to beware beware of of therapy’ available, it is important to imitations, says Pam Everitt. imitations, says Pam Everitt.

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hen we we are are ill ill or or in in pain pain and and seekseekhen ing expert medical help, we rightly ing expert medical help, we rightly expect doctors doctors and and others others who who expect treat us to be properly trained and qualified. treat us to be properly trained and qualified.

But what what about about healers healers who who work work outside outside the the But framework of conventional medicine, such framework of conventional medicine, such as acupuncturists, acupuncturists, homeopaths homeopaths or or reflexoloreflexoloas gists?

How can we be sure they have right gists? How can we be sure they have right training and qualifications and meet the kind training and qualifications and meet the kind of standards we would expect from health of standards we would expect from health professionals? professionals?

This isis aa subject subject close close to to my my heart. heart. Since Since This 2001 I have studied and practised as a tradi2001 I have studied and practised as a traditional acupuncturist.

As a registered member tional acupuncturist. As a registered member of the the British British Acupuncture Acupuncture Council Council (BAcC), (BAcC), of I run clinics in Newent, Cheltenham and I run clinics in Newent, Cheltenham and Stroud, treating patients for a range of condiStroud, treating patients for a range of conditions and and ailments. ailments. Before Before qualifying, qualifying, II took took tions a three-year degree course at the College of a three-year degree course at the College of Traditional Acupuncture in Leamington, folTraditional Acupuncture in Leamington, followedby bytwo twoyears’ years’postgraduate postgraduatestudy. study.IIstill still lowed take part in training and professional develtake part in training and professional development every every year year –– it’s it’s something something II have have to to opment do in order to receive the all-important BAcC do in order to receive the all-important BAcC stamp of of approval. approval. stamp As someone schooled in in classical classical ‘Five ‘Five As someone schooled Element’ acupuncture, I’m particularly Element’ acupuncture, I’m particularly concerned about about the the spread spread of of treatments treatments concerned commonly known known as as ‘Western ‘Western Medical Medical AcuAcucommonly puncture’ and and ‘Myofascial ‘Myofascial Trigger Trigger Point Point puncture’ Acupuncture (also (also known known as as ‘dry ‘dry needling needling Acupuncture acupuncture’). These These are are widely widely practised practised by by acupuncture’).

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doctors,nurses, nurses,physiotherapists physiotherapistsand andmidwives midwives doctors, within the NHS. They are described as aa form form within the NHS. They are described as of acupuncture, but while the practitioners are of acupuncture, but while the practitioners are medically trained, most have little knowledge medically trained, most have little knowledge of,or ortraining trainingin, in,the theprinciples principleswhich whichunderlie underlie of, traditional Chinese acupuncture. traditional Chinese acupuncture.

Dry needling needling v.v. acupuncture acupuncture Dry wasoriginally originallydrawn drawnto toacupuncture acupuncturebecause because IIwas treats the the whole whole person. person. In In the the right right hands, hands, itit treats painlessand andeffective effective––aahighly highlysophistisophistiititisispainless cated form form of of medicine medicine that that isis recognised recognised and and cated practised throughout throughout the the world. world. practised In traditional traditional Chinese Chinese medicine, medicine, the the In symptoms we we feel feel when when we we are are ill, ill, such such as as aa symptoms sore throat throat or or aa swollen swollen gland, gland, are are aa sign sign that that sore the body body isis out out of of balance. balance. Acupuncturists Acupuncturists the aim to to correct correct the the imbalance imbalance and and encourencouraim age the body’s natural healing mechanisms. age the body’s natural healing mechanisms.

This isis done done by by inserting inserting ultra-fine ultra-fine needles needles at at This special points located along channels called special points located along channels called ‘meridians’ which which carry carry vital vital energy, energy, called called ‘meridians’ ‘Qi’, throughout the body.

‘Qi’, throughout the body.

‘Dry needling’ needling’ isis aa recent recent development development ‘Dry that is used alongside disciplines such as as that is used alongside disciplines such physiotherapy, and within the framework of physiotherapy, and within the framework of a Western-style medical diagnosis.

Usually a Western-style medical diagnosis. Usually billed as as aa treatment treatment for for headaches headaches or or muscle muscle billed pain, it involves inserting a needle into aa pain, it involves inserting a needle into ‘trigger point’, a tender spot in a tight band ‘trigger point’, a tender spot in a tight band of muscle muscle which which causes causes pain pain when when pressed pressed or or of squeezed. This This creates creates an an entirely entirely different different squeezed.

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needling experience for the patient and bears no resemblance to the feeling created by a traditional acupuncturist. Dry needling does not seek to regulate Qi or address the underlying imbalance that caused the symptoms to arise.

Of course, dry needling has its supporters, and quite a few people claim to have been helped by it. I do not doubt that certain forms of dry needling can be effective – but it isn’t acupuncture as I understand and practise it. And if you you are are only only having having dry dry needling, needling, you’re you’re if missing out on most of what a registered acumissing out on most of what a registered acupuncturist has to offer.

Let me explain. puncturist has to offer. Let me explain.

The holistic holistic approach approach The For me, me, each each patient patient is is unique unique –– so so while while the the For ailment and and the the symptoms symptoms may may be be identiidentiailment cal, the the form form of of treatment treatment II offer offer is is different different cal, in every case.

During a first consultation, in every case. During a first consultation, II spend up up to to an an hour hour taking taking aa complete complete medimedispend cal history, carefully building up a picture of cal history, carefully building up a picture of the patient’s constitution.

I then carry out the patient’s constitution. I then carry out aa detailed examination examination of of the the patient’s patient’s tongue tongue detailed and pulses (acupuncturists are trained to read and pulses (acupuncturists are trained to read 6 pulses on each wrist, and identify up to 28 6 pulses on each wrist, and identify up to 28 individual qualities). All this is vital in helpindividual qualities). All this is vital in helping me decide which points to treat. ing me decide which points to treat.

Patients are often surprised that the needles Patients are often surprised that the needles are not always inserted at the spot where they are not always inserted at the spot where they feel the pain or discomfort. This is because feel the pain or discomfort. This is because energy meridians range throughout the body. energy meridians range throughout the body.

For example, if you suffer from headaches, I For youyou suffer from headaches, mayexample, decide to iftreat by inserting needles inI may decide to treat you by inserting needles in your foot or hand. In dry needling, the needle your foot orinserted hand. Indirectly dry needling, needle is always into thetheaffected is always inserted directly into the affected part. It may seem a relatively minor point, but part.

It may seem a relatively minor point, but it illustrates a fundamental difference between ittheillustrates a fundamental difference between two types of treatment. the two types of treatment.

Treating causes, not symptoms Treating causes, not symptoms So does acupuncture offer something more So acupuncture offer something more thandoes dry needling?

Absolutely.

Dry needling than dry needling?

Absolutely.

Dry needling may bring temporary relief, but often the pain may bring temporary relief, but often returns because the underlying causethe haspain not returns because the underlying cause has not been properly addressed according to tradibeen addressed according to traditionalproperly acupuncture principles. tional acupuncture principles.

It’s worth remembering that a physiotherapist, for example, who wants to train in dry needling may only study for 80 hours: just enough to gain understanding of how to ‘needle the point that hurts’ and perhaps deliver some short-term symptom relief. In contrast, my undergraduate studies alone consisted of 3,500 hours of study.

Let the patient beware So what what is is the the answer? answer? Many Many BAcC BAcC members members So are calling calling for for changes changes in in the the law law to to make make it it are illegal for for dry dry needlers needlers to to call call themselves themselves illegal acupuncturists. (Back (Back in in the the early early 1990s, 1990s, acupuncturists. osteopaths faced faced aa similar similar threat threat from from rival rival osteopaths types of of therapy; therapy; eventually eventually legislation legislation was was types brought in in to to protect protect the the term term osteopathy.) osteopathy.) In In brought the meantime, patients need to be wary.

The the meantime, patients need to be wary. The description ‘acupuncture’ ‘acupuncture’ currently currently covers covers description both dry needling and traditional Chinese both dry needling and traditional Chinese acupuncture, but but although although there there are are superfisuperfiacupuncture, cial similarities, the differences between the cial similarities, the differences between the two types of treatment are vast. two types of treatment are vast.

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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

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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.

Happy 50th birthdays to Rob Brydon (3rd), Linda Evangelista (10th), Jeremy Vine (17th), and Brooke Shields (31st). Cake and botox to you all!

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Which building will you nominate?

Cheltenham Civic Awards – deadline October 2015 Local architectural gems could be in line for a prestigious award and residents have until October to put forward their nominations for the next ceremony in 2016. The Cheltenham Civic Awards aim to recognise high design standards in new or recently completed buildings.

The Cheltenham Civic Awards – which are now going to be held every 2 years - are made by the borough council, in association with the Cheltenham Civic Society. They encourage standards of excellence in the restoration of historic buildings and other works in the field of improvement in Cheltenham’s built environment.

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Big plans for Pittville Park play area Cheltenham Borough Council has big plans in store to make its most popular play area at Pittville Park an outstanding one for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy.

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To start the project off the council wants to find out from people using the park how they would like the play area to look; what equipment should be used; what facilities should be provided and how it can be improved.

Posters are being put up around the play area with details of how users can give their views - either by filling out a simple questionnaire on the council’s website (www.cheltenham.gov.uk/pittvilleplay) or by completing a paper copy. From tomorrow (Thursday 16th), paper copies can be found at the Central Cross Café,

The Boathouse, Pittville Pump Room and Leisure at Cheltenham and should only take a few minutes to complete. They can be returned to the place they were collected from and the main reception at the Municipal offices; or posted to Green Space Development, Cheltenham Borough Council, Central Depot, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9JZ.

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Member’s approved the funding for this scheme at a recent council meeting. The consultation will be open until Monday 11th May.

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Taking Back

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which can dissolve into clear thinking, enabling a fresh view and the ability to move forwards and get on with life. According to Gary Craig, the founder of EFT “the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body’s energy system”. By tapping on a series of acupressure points, EFT helps to balance the body’s energy system and restore positive flow. EFT and Hypnotherapy complement each other because once the negative charge has been eliminated positive suggestions can be powerfully reinforced using hypnotherapy. EFT is a simple and empowering technique that Rachel can teach so that you, as a client, can use it confidently at home for self-help.

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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

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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.

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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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Figures may vary depending on driving style and conditions. Finance examples are based on MINI Select agreements for the models stated, a MINI Cooper Coupé with optional PEPPER PACK, Chrome Line interior, MINI tlc and a contract mileage of 32,000 miles and excess mileage charge of 3.79p per mile; and MINI Cooper Roadster with optional PEPPER PACK, 16” Black Alloys, MINI tlc and a contract mileage of 32,000 miles and excess mileage charge of 4.23p per mile. *On the road cash price includes 3 year MINI Retailer Warranty, MINI Emergency Service, 12 months’ road fund licence, vehicle first registration fee, delivery, number plates and VAT. ^Option to purchase fee and optional final payment payable at the end of the agreement if you decide to purchase the vehicle. Excess mileage charges and vehicle condition charges may be payable if you return the vehicle. **MINI tlc provides scheduled service cover for the length of your agreement for 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first) at MINI Service Authorised Workshops, maintenance items (e.g. tyres, brake pads and 2nd brake fluid change) not covered and not transferable to another vehicle. See mini.co.uk for full MINI terms. All prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to change without notice. Retail customers only. Finance is subject to status and available subject to over 18s in the UK (not The Channel Islands or The Isle of Man). Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Advertised finance is provided by MINI Financial Services, Bartley Way, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9UF. Offers available on orders placed between 17.04.15 and 30.06.15 and registered by 30.06.15. You will have a 14 day statutory right to withdraw from the agreement. Cotswold Motor Group trading as Cotswold Cheltenham and Cotswold Gloucester commonly introduce customers to MINI Financial Services. This introduction does not amount to independent financial advice.

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Popular market brings international flavours to Cheltenham THURSDAY 14 TO SUNDAY 17 MAY

Cheltenham’s International Street Market returns to the town for the 14th time on Thursday 14 May for four days.

The market will have a continental feel, which will offer more variety, new flavours and different crafting techniques.

With dozens of stalls on the Promenade, it will feel like a trip around the world with Eastern sweets including Turkish delight to French baked goods. There will also be stalls selling a range of crêpes, paella, curry, noodles, Polish cuisine, cheeses and olives.

The market will open from 10am until 6pm daily and 11 – 5pm on Sunday.

Kevan Blackadder, manager of Cheltenham Business Partnership, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the international market back to Cheltenham. The market always brings something different to the town but works very well alongside our cafes, restaurants and shops.”

by Geraud Markets, which also puts on Cheltenham’s Christmas market.

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What's On in May/June Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts Tues 5 to Sun 10 & Tues 12 to Sund 17 May, Cheltenham Town Hall, Bethesda Church & Subtone This May Cheltenham’s oldest Festival, the Festival of Performing Arts, will take place for the 89th time. There will be over 300 classes to choose from, the categories are: Music, Dance and Drama.

The Festival is a charity set up to help with education in the arts. It is suitable for children and adults alike and supported by a fantastic team of volunteers and friends.

To find out more visit: cheltenhamfestivalofperformingarts.co.uk

Blues Brothers Film Screening Friday 8 May, 7pm- 11.45pm ‘The Blues Brothers’ will be in town so put your glasses and hats on when you head to the Racecourse for a screening of the popular film from 1980, followed by a live blues band. Food and drink will be available for purchase throughout the evening. No seat allocation.

Fancy dress recommended but not mandatory. Over 15s only. Admission: £12.50 per person.

information visit: Charliewaite.com For tickets call the box office MonSat, 10am-5.30pm on 0844 576 2210.

Dara OBriain:Crowd Tickler Sat 9 May, Cheltenham Centaur Tickets: £25 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).

An Evening of Music & Poetry Saturday 9 May, 7.30pm University of Gloucestershire

by Byrd, Stanford, Higginson, Bruckner, Parry and Whitacre.

Tickets at the door: £10/£8.

Gloucestershire Business Show Wednesday 13 & Thursday 14 May Cheltenham Racecourse The annual business to business event returns to the Racecourse to celebrate business within the county. Described as a “platform for growth, collaboration, promotion and innovation” the event offers a great opportunity for networking, not matter how small or big your business. There will be an extensive programme of over 70 sessions, seminars and workshops; interactive zones offering free consultation and much more.

For more information visit: www. gloucestershire-business-show.co.uk Cheltenham Bach Choir Concert Sunday 14 June, 7.30pm Pittville Pump Room

The Cheltenham Bach Choir will perform Carl Orff’s dramatic masterpiece Carmina Burana, Leonard Salzedo’s Arioso and Scherzo and Jonathan Dove’s song cycle The Passing Of The Year. Conductor: Sarah TenantFlowers. Tickets: £17.50, £8 for students – available at the Box Office (0844 576 2210), Cheltenham Town Hall or members of the choir.

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. If you want something different then try the challenge of a self-guided walk of 21-miles. The

Stunning Landscapes with Charlie Waite Saturday 9 May, 7.30pm Parabola Arts Centre World class landscape photographer, Chapel, Francis Close Hall Campus Charlie Waite, will come to the The Jubilate Chamber Choir and Parabola Arts Centre to present Cheltenham Poetry Society bring inspirational images and his thoughtyou an evening of music and poetry. provoking new work - a must The event takes place as part of the go to event for all photography Cheltenham Poetry Festival. The lovers! Admission: £12. For more performance will include music Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers.

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...events cont'd from p39 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

Dean Close School Open Morning Sat 16 May, 9.30am or 11am, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6HE Dean Close School is going to open its doors on Saturday the 16th May to give prospective students and parents a chance to explore the school and what it has to offer . If you would like to attend telephone the Registrar at the Senior School on: 01242 258044 or visit: www. deanclose.org.uk/Visits-OpenDays Charity Fair in Charlton Kings Saturday 16th May, 10am - 4pm Holy Apostles Hall, London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL52 6HD Event in aid of Cancer Research and Linc. There will be an eclectic range of goods for sale: from attic to cellar, for home and garden, including small antique and shabby chic furniture, bric a brac, cards, silver and costume jewellery, fashion modern and vintage, fun printed t-shirts, spa products etc.

Admission: £1, children free. Free parking, For further information and future events, please contact Jan Uglow on 07776 255 208.

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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 selfguided 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.

Winchcombe Festival Music & Arts Monday 18 to Monday 25 Now in its 5th year the Music and Arts Festival in Winchcombe will again be celebrating the best local bands, groups, artists, poets and writers. 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 Vicars in a Twist Thursday 18 June, 7.30pm, The

Royal Oak, Prestbury, GL52 3DL A Smoke & Mirrors murder mystery. Synopsis: Lionel Lampson, the Archbishop of Berwick, is so hip it hurts. He also has a cunning plan. All he has to do is persuade his most cantankerous colleagues to go on a bonding weekend with a party of irresistible lady vicars. Brian Bellowes isn’t happy; Gerald Jones is positively furious; and Cynthia Stanley-Hodges is about to discover what Lionel’s really up to. So begins a farcical comedy of bad manners, broken promises, and misplaced dogcollars. Early booking advised.

Price per person: £40 (murder mystery & three-course dinner). To book call 01242 522344 or email eat@royal-oak-prestbury.co.uk For more information visit: www. hauntedmysteryweekend.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

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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!

RNLI “Inland Lifeboat Day” Sunday 24 May, 11am to 4pm Croft Farm Water Park Bredon’s Hardwick, Tewkesbury GL20 7EE This is a joint effort from various RNLI branches in Gloucestershire to raise funds for the RNLI (Lifeboats) the money raised is ring fenced to be used towards a new Lifeboat Station at Weston Super Mare. There will be Inshore Lifeboat demonstrations, various stalls, to include RNLI souvenirs, tombola etc. There

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There will be a model boats display, the RNLI Education team will be there, plus some RNLI Lifeguards and lots more besides. This will be a great day out for the whole family to enjoy. Admission: only £5.00 per car. Plenty of parking.

East Glos Club Open Day Saturday 16 May, 11am-3pm, East Glos Club, The Old Bath Road, GL53 7DF

Want to try tennis or squash for free? You can this Open Day. Something for all the family,

everyone welcome. Lots of fun activities, free coaching www.eastglos.co.uk/openday Tewkesbury Half Marathon Sunday 17 May, 10am Tewkesbury Rugby Club, The Moats, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 5PG The iconic Tewkesbury Half Marathon will be back in 2015 under new management. Race Nation presents the historic course that takes place in the beautiful countryside around Tewkesbury, continuing its illustrious history as one of Gloucestershire’s premier sporting events. The race will be held under UKA licence and everyone from 17years + can take part. For more information or to register visit: www.tewkesburyhalf.com Alan Carr : Yap Yap Yap Friday 22 May, Cheltenham Centaur, Tickets: £32.50

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...events cont'd from p41 Charlton Kings Choral Society Summer Concert Saturday 23 May at 7.30pm, Holy Apostles Church, London Road A delightful choral concert of 19th and 20th Century music, including Five Mystical Songs (Vaughan Williams), Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands (Elgar) and Finlandia (Sibelius). Melvin Brown is the tenor soloist and John Wright will conduct the Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra. Contact: 07792 251470 for ticket information Wychwood Music Festival Friday 29 - Sunday 31 May, Gates open at 12pm on the Friday and 9.30am on Saturday and Sunday Cheltenham Racecourse

The popular Wychwood Festival returns to the Racecourse this May. Acts include UB40 - Ali Campbell, Astro and Mickey Virtue; The Proclaimers; The Undertones; Dr & the Medics and many more. Fun for the whole family guaranteed with lots of amazing events for kids. For more information and tickets visit: ww.wychwoodfestival.com Real Ale Festival Friday June 5 to Sunday June 7, 12Noon till closing, The Plough, Mill Street, Cheltenham, Prestbury, GL52 3BG Come and taste 30 real Ales and freshly made food in a beautiful pub with large garden. Well behaved kids & dogs welcome.

For more information visit: www. ploughprestbury.co.uk Cheltenham Civil Service Club Over 30s Disco Fri 5 June, 8pm -12am, Cheltenham Civil Service Club, Tewkesbury Road,

Uckington, GL51 9SL Over 30s disco on the first Friday of every month. All types of music played from the 50s to the present day - disco, jive, motown, rock n roll etc. Friendly group, all welcome. Dress code is small casual (no jeans please).

Bar and large car park. Admission: £5 Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival 12 - 14 June 2015 Montpellier Gardens, GL50 1SD The annual Food & Drink Festival is being held in the beautiful location of Montpellier Gardens. The popular event showcases the very best of local and national food producers and offers visitors are chance to sample, enjoy and celebrate cullinary treats from a fantastic range of food. Tickets available online or on the gate. For more information visit: www.cheltenhamfood-festival.garden-events.com/ Croquet & Champagne Afternoon Tea Saturday 13 June, The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Shurdington, GL51 4UG Enjoy a game of croquet and a full afternoon tea on the lawn at the Greenway Hotel & Spa this June.

Cost per person: £29.50. For more information and times call: 01242 862352 Sacred Hearts Annual Summer Fete Saturday 13 June, 12 Noon to 3.00pm, Sacred Hearts Catholic Church, Moorend Road, Charlton Kings, GL539AU Live Music by the Jazz Shed, Ukes Anon, dancing by Janet Marshall and Danceworks, Bouncy Castle for children, Children’s Games, Hobby Horse Racing, Pimms Tent, BBQ, Nearly New Toys, Books, Plant stall etc. Visit their facebook Page; Sacred Hearts Catholic Church Charlton Kings Summer Fete.

Antiques and Collectors Fair Sunday 14 June, 9.30am - 4pm Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA Up to 80 stalls of Antiques & Collectables. Wide range of objects, from furniture to jewellery (NO Vintage Clothing). Hot & Cold refreshments available throughout the day. Admission:

£3.50 Adults/£2.50 Concessions (acc under 16s FREE).

Art in the Park Sat 20 June until Sun19 July, daily from10am - 7.30pm, Imperial Gardens, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA Come along to this open-air exhibition and look at some wonderful art for sale at affordable prices. The event is run by the exhibiting artists, admission is free. If you would like to exhibit please email Jo Hurlston: allocations@cheltenhamart.com For more information visit: www.cheltenham-art.com or find Cheltenham In The Park on Facebook.

Cheltenham Challenge Sun 21 June, Cheltenham Racecourse The Cheltenham Challenge is the only off-road event for runners or walkers that follows a scenic course on sections of the Cheltenham Circular Footpath, Cotswold Way and Winchcombe Way. The annual event has raised over £520,000 for more than 75 charities so far and you can help raise more. You can run or walk the challenge to support your favourite charity - chose between a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultimate challenges.

For more information visit: www. cheltenhamchallenge.org.uk

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Cheltenham Arts & Craft Market Saturdays 9am - 5pm, Pedestrianised area of the Promenade, outside Cavendish House Dates for 2015: May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17, November 21, December 19 & 20 Cheltenham’s Farmers’ Market Every second and last Friday of each month, 9am - 2pm Pedestrianised area of the Promenade, outside Cavendish House Come and buy various meats and charcuterie, fruit and vegetables, desserts, preserves and pickles, cakes, bread, cheese and plants.

The market is a great opportunity to sample and buy locally grown and made produce from Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds.

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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.

An orthopaedic bed with a memory foam mattress will support their joints by moulding itself around them, helping with blood circulation and providing a comfortable place to rest. Problems such as hip dysplasia often show themselves in middle age, so even if you don’t consider your dog to be elderly, it may be worthwhile investing in this type of bed.

Elevated On the theme of draughty houses an elevated bed keeps your dog away from a cold floor, and is available in a range of sizes.

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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