Cheltenham YO U R F R E E LO C A L COMMUNIT Y MAGAZINE
March 2019
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Nine-year-old raises over £7k for endangered animal
A determined nine-year-old from Cheltenham goes above and beyond to support his favourite animal, the cheetah and to-date has managed to raise over £7,000 through the sale of handmade cards.
Jeremy started his card-making business when he was 6 years old, planning to keep the money to buy his own island where he would be king. However, he soon realised that it is a lot more satisfying to give than to receive, so he emptied his bank accounts and cheerfully gave all of his money to cheetah organisations (now exclusively to the Cheetah Conservation
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Jeremy makes beautiful Spirograph greeting cards as well as other seasonal and general-use cards, that he sells at any opportunity he gets. His cards are currently for sale at various outlets across Cheltenham, including Starbucks, Café Nero, Black Gold Coffee, the Great British Boutique and several Costa branches. "His dedication and commitment are remarkable," says Jeremy's mum Abi. "He makes cards almost every night and is always looking for places to sell or someone to be a matching donor."
Help Jeremy in his mission to raise money and awareness for the endangered cheetah! Buy or sell his cards and share his story. You can follow his progress on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: Cards 4 Cheetahs.
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Hello and welcome to the March issue of your local community magazine. March always seems to be a busy month with spring on its way, the daffodils coming into bloom and the start of getting the garden up together after the winter so we are ready to enjoy the long summer days and warm evenings. A real bonus is that the days are becoming a little longer every day. Don’t you just love the feeling of driving home from work without having to put your lights on – I know I do! The trouble is there is always something to do when you get home and having lighter nights means there's no excuse not to do the jobs you've been putting off for ages. With more light streaming through the windows, I do find that it shows up the dust and dirt which prompts me to do a “spring clean”. None of us love the job of cleaning out cupboards but there is a smug satisfaction that comes from sorting
stuff out or throwing things away I no longer need, before putting what’s left back in a neat and orderly fashion. It’s amazing how much you accumulate in just a small amount of time. There’s a feeling of calmness when my home has some order to it, even though I know it won’t last long with a teenager in the house! The end of March sees the start of British Summer Time, the clocks going forward and Mothering Sunday all falling on Sunday 31st March. So, with that date in mind, I’d better get on with the spring clean so I can enjoy Mother’s Day and enjoy being waited on hand and foot. (I can dream…)
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Chalk Talk Away from Brexit, something happened in Parliament this month which I believe marks a decisive step forward in tackling poor mental health in our young people, including here in Cheltenham.
It was the harrowing testimony of the father of 14-year old Molly Russell who took her own life. He is convinced that she was driven to suicide by material on Pinterest and Instagram. Her social media history showed that she had been looking at graphic and explicit posts about depression, self-harm and suicide – despite the site’s house rules supposedly prohibiting such content.
Then, once proved, they claimed to be mere platforms, not publishers. Then, under pressure, they created new rules but failed to enforce them rigorously enough. That’s presumably because doing so costs money which they don’t want to spend. But this week, I detect that attitudes amongst MPs shifted. I believe there is support now for an independent regulator, as in Germany, who would have the power to remove harmful material and impose fines. That body should be answerable to Parliament. The time for pussyfooting is over. Decisive action is now required to keep our young people safe.
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Laundry Day
“Give me a hand with this would you?” Danny had been sitting anxiously on the park bench. He turned to a lady with a mass of wild grey hair struggling to throw a length of thin rope over the branch of a nearby oak tree. “Me?” Danny said.
“Yes you, you’re a tall lad,” she called, unravelling the rope. “I want to tie this end to this tree, and the other end to that big one over there.” Danny was glad of the distraction. His cousin had set him up on a blind date with her friend Rebecca, and he wasn’t at all sure what to expect.
Under the lady’s watchful eye, he tied up the rope so that it was taut between the two trees. “We’re going to peg out my washing,” she said, smiling.
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“It’s only bedding. There’s no unmentionables, so don’t get your knickers in a twist.” “Do you always dry your washing in the park?” Danny asked. “Aren’t you worried that someone might steal it?”
“Who’d want my threadbare sheets?” the lady cackled, unravelling a flowery duvet cover. “It’s my First Day of Spring ritual, they always smell lovely after a blast of country air.” “Doesn’t anybody ever stop you?” he asked. “Like who?” She took a couple of pegs from a bag. “Air’s free, isn’t it?” “I suppose,” Danny agreed, looking at his watch. “What’s up?” she said. “Stood you up, has she?”
“I hope not.” Danny helped her straighten the sheets.
As she pegged the last pillow case a small scrap of white fabric fluttered to the ground.
Danny picked it up before it could get muddy. It was a handkerchief, and across one corner was neatly embroidered the name ‘Rebecca’. “That’s funny,” he said, frowning, “the girl I’m waiting for is called Rebecca.” “Well fancy that.” She coyly took the handkerchief from him. “Bet you weren’t expecting me.”
Danny gulped. It was clear he’d been the victim of his cousin’s cruel practical joke. “You seem like a really nice person,” he began, “and you’ve got some very interesting laundry ideas…” “Thank you,” the lady said admiring her line of washing. “You seem quite a nice lad yourself.”
“But I’m worried about the age gap,” Danny continued, choosing his words carefully. “I’m not sure we’d have a lot in common.” The lady brushed her hair out of her eyes and squinted at him. “I have to disagree,” she said, and winked. “There’s one thing we’ve got in common.”
“What’s that?” Danny said warily; he’d hoped she would be better at taking the hint. “My granddaughter Rebecca,” she laughed, as a girl of Danny’s age walked towards them. “Hello Nanna.” She kissed the lady on the cheek.
“Hello Rebecca. This is Danny. He’s been very chivalrous.”
Danny felt his face burning. She patted his shoulder kindly. “I don’t think you need a chaperone.” She handed him the basket. “Just bring in my washing when it’s ready.” By Jackie Brewster
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‘Family Trees’, on to which two additional varieties of the same fruit have been grafted, let you grow three varieties of apple or pear on one tree. The varieties are selected to cross-pollinate and you should get a fair crop from an established tree. With limited space, you can grow ‘Ballerina’ or ‘Minarettes’ trees. These columnar apple trees produce fruit on short spurs growing out of the main stem, resulting in trees measuring up to 2.4m (8ft) tall, but which can be planted just
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At a recent meeting of Cheltenham Borough Council, it was agreed that the Boots Corner trial should continue to run with some modifications to the scheme.
Gloucestershire County Council wants to change the bus gate on Clarence Street and introduce two-way traffic at Clarence Parade and part of Clarence Street. There are also plans to do some ‘traffic calming’ on Rodney Road, although the timescale and details for this are currently unknown.
In my opinion, the traffic and pollution monitoring carried out to understand the impact of the trial could have been better. I have flagged this a number of times since the trial began. The county has since done some limited monitoring on St Luke’s Road, however, not enough to fully understand the impact of the traffic on the area. At the council meeting, I voted against the continuation of the trial to support the people I represent who have been affected by the traffic displaced from Boots Corner. Even though the trial is continuing, I will carry on working hard behind the scenes to get these concerns addressed.
The consultation on the trial is still open: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/ctp-phase4 (you need to tick the formal representation box for your views to be considered as part of the consultation).
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Your local EVENTS GUIDE WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR Ongoing until 17 March, Nature in Art, Twigworth, Nr Gloucester, GL2 9PA World-renowned photography exhibition featuring breathtaking images from the animal world. T: 01452 731422 CURIOUS ABOUT GLOUCESTER Ongoing until 12 April, Gloucester City Centre, Starting point: College Green, GL1 2LY. Discover Gloucester with two self-guided heritage walks and a treasure hunt. https://fantasticforfamilies.com/ MADE BY HAND 8 - 10 March, 10am, Cheltenham Town Hall Contemporary Craft Festival. Browse beautiful handmade goods, partake in workshops (£20; book in advance) and watch demonstrations. Admission: £7. www. madebyhandengland.org.uk CHELTENHAM LADIES' COLLEGE SPRING CONCERT 8 March, 7.30pm, Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham Tickets £7.50; concessions £3; u18s free. www. cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk or 0844 5762210.
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FAURÉ REQUIEM LUNCHTIME RECITAL 9 March, 1.15pm, St Mary’s Church, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8JQ Jubilate Chamber Choir. Director: Ian Higginson. Admission on the door: Adults £8; senior citizens £7; u21s £5. T: 07805 953797.
CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL AND GOLD CUP 12 - 15 March, Cheltenham Racecourse 12 March: Champions Day, 13 March: Ladies Day, 14 March: St Patrick's Thursday, 15 March: Gold Cup Day. Celebrate the best of jump racing! For details & tickets: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk WINCHCOMBE LIVE 15 March, Doors open at 8.15pm, White Hart Inn, Winchc. The Jigantics. £10.
CATE CODY JAZZ PICNIC SUPPER 17 March, 7-10pm, The Tithe Barn, Bishop’s Cleeve Enjoy a picnic supper whilst enjoying an evening of high-
quality swing jazz with the Cate Cody Quintet. BYO picnic supper, drinks and a tablecloth (there will be no bar). For tickets: 07817 726069 or www.jazzcats.co.uk/dates.htm. PUCCINI'S MADAMA BUTTERFLY 21 March, 7.30pm, Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Tickets and info at: https://madama-butterfly. eventbrite.co.uk/
PANORAMA TOWER OPEN DAY 23 March, 11am - 2pm, Croome Park, Swindon, SN2 2NA. Take a peek inside one of Croome's eye-catchers, usually closed to the public. With fantastic panoramic views of Worcester from the top of the tower, you'll understand why it was chosen as a viewing platform designed by James Wyatt. Free event. www. nationaltrust.org.uk/croome CHARITY CONCERT 23 March, 7.30pm, Tewkesbury Abbey In support of Sue Ryder. Organised by Tewkesbury
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500 YEARS OF MUSIC! 23 March, 7.30pm, St Andrew’s Church, Cheltenham, GL50 1SP. Enjoy some sumptuous music sung by Musica Vera. From Tallis and Palestrina to Mascagni and Elgar the choir will celebrate the achievement of Western music across the European continent. In aid of St Andrew's Church Spire Appeal. Tickets £12 (children u18 free) available from www. musicavera.eu or on the door. WEDDING OPEN DAY 24 March, 11am - 3pm, Ellenborough Park Hotel Explore the various function rooms. Free event.
CLEEVE CONCERTS Tithe Barn, Bishop's Cleeve 29 Mar, 7.30pm: Lindisfarne. Box Office: 0333 666 3366 (booking fees apply). www.cleeveconcerts.com
SANDFORDS PARK LIDO OPENING DAY 30 March, 11am - 7.30pm, Sandford Parks Lido, Cheltenham, GL53 7PU. Join us at the Lido for just 2p to celebrate the start of our 2019 Season! We will be showcasing our events, activities and club sessions for the upcoming season. Have a swim, sauna & play giant lawn games! BACH CANTATAS 31 March, 3pm, St Matthew’s Church, Cheltenham, GL50 3PL. An afternoon of Bach cantatas sung by the Cheltenham Bach Choir.
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EGGSPLORE EASTER 6 - 23 April, 7.30am - 6pm, Gloucester Cathedral Easter trail for young visitors. Explore the building in search of the answer to "What happened on the very first Easter Day?" Tickets £1. Tiny token egg for each child.
EASTER EGG TRAIL 6-28 April, daily from 10am, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe Follow the chicks hiding in the Castle rooms from 6 – 28 April. Can you spot them all? Hunt for all of the Giant Easter Eggs that have appeared in the gardens during 13 – 22 April for a chocolatey reward! Included within admission. GRAND WINE TASTING 6 April, 12pm - 3pm & 4pm 7pm, Pittville Pump Room Explore and taste from over 300 delicious wines. www. cheltenhamwinefestival.com
CLEEVE CHORALE SPRING CONCERT 6 April, 7.30pm, St Michael & All Angels Church, Bishop's Cleeve. Incl. Bach’s 'O Jesu Christ, mein Lebens Licht' and Handel’s 'Acis and Galatea'. Tickets, incl. refreshments: £12 (u16 free) from George Lewis Footwear, Woodmancote Newsagents, Gotherington Stores or ring 01242 674114. HIGHNAM COURT OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS 7 April, 11am - 5pm, Highnam Court, Gloucester, GL2 8DP 40 acres of Victorian
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SPRING GRAND SALE 25 - 28 April, from 9.30am, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe. Exclusive homes & gardens sale. £5 (does not incl. entry to the castle & gardens). www.sudeleycastle.co.uk FRESH: ART FAIR 26 - 28 April, 11am - 6pm, Cheltenham Racecourse. Browse/buy the work of 500 contemporary UK and international artists. Weekend tickets: £6pp on the door or £8 for two online. U16s free. Free admission on Friday. www.freshartfair.net
BRITISH & MIDLAND CHAMPIONSHIP 27 & 28 April, 8.30am - 5.30pm, Prescott Hill, Gotherington, GL52 9RD. Two-day event featuring the second round of both of the UK's premier series of the British & Midland Hillclimb Championships. prescott-hillclimb.com
Cheltenham Lions Club
March marks the start of the busy fundraising season for the club. Members will be collecting money on behalf of the Marie Curie Daffodil Appeal at Morrisons (Hatherley). Several clubs throughout the country help with this appeal and, hopefully, this year we will see the amount collected exceed the £1m mark. March 25th - 30th will see another book sale take place at the Regent Arcade. We thank everyone who donated the books as well as our regular customers for their support and, of course, the Arcade for allowing us to hold the sale.
Spring is coming, which means that the Club will soon be raffling off giant Easter eggs at various pubs and venues throughout town again. Proceeds from the raffle will go towards the running costs of the club's Holiday Caravan at Burnham-on-Sea. This is used to give local disabled people a much-needed break. People using it are recommended by local organisations such as the Acorns Children’s Hospice and The James Hopkins Trust. Club members will visit the site this month to prepare the caravan for the coming season.
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Town Centre Talking Our life-saving aim for Cheltenham: Ensuring a defib is never more than 200 metres away Each year in Britain around 30,000 people suffer heart attacks when they are nowhere near a hospital.
Some 20 percent of those attacks occur in public places where, if there was a defibrillator (defib) available, there would be a much greater chance of survival. Cheltenham BID has now agreed to fund three defibs in key parts of the town. Importantly, a new defib will be installed in one of the red phone boxes on The Promenade outside Café Rouge. This is the first time a defib will be available 24-hours-a-day in the town centre.
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Pubs, clubs and restaurants are open at times when other defibs aren’t available and our aim is to reach a point where in Cheltenham, no-one is ever more than 200 metres away from a defib. You don’t need to be trained to use a defibrillator – anyone can do it. There are clear instructions on how to use the defib and when you call 999 the ambulance service will talk you through the process.
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