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Welcome to the November issue of your local community magazine. The month will start off with a variety of bonfire nights and firework displays so have a look at our 'What's on' section and take your pick from a fantastic range of events. Remembrance Sunday this year falls on 12th November, when the nation remembers and honours those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom. Paddy and Roger Grimshaw from Tredington are going to host a Remembrance Concert in their barn on Saturday 18th November to raise money for the Poppy Appeal and to remember their friend Harry Robertson who was one of the longest-standing members of the Tewkesbury Royal British Legion. I know it's hard to believe, but Christmas is just around the corner so why not take a trip to one of the many fayres and festivals that are on and start your Christmas shopping early? The Christmas Market returns to town on Thursday 23rd November and the 40+ traditional chalets selling a wide range of festive crafts and gifts are sure to get you into the festive spirit! Cheltenham's Christmas lights will be switched two days later (25th Nov) with switch-ons in the town centre, Montpellier and The Brewery Quarter. If you are a local business and would like to be included in our December and January issues, please contact us early as our print dates are earlier than usual for these issues with the Christmas and New Year holidays coming up. Also, if you would like to add any upcoming events to the “What’s on” section in the magazine, please email us at office@ glosdirectories.co.uk or like our Facebook page and we will be happy to share the event for you to promote it to the local community - again please contact us early to avoid disappointment! I hope you have a great month! Best wishes,
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Town Centre Talking In a hurry to make a difference – whether you work, rest or play in Cheltenham It’s often said that time flies when you’re busy. If that is the case, then Cheltenham BID is clearly doing something right. It doesn’t seem five minutes ago since we were announcing the news that our businesses had voted in favour of setting up Gloucestershire’s first Business Improvement District. In fact, that was early last summer. The BID was up and running by August 2016 and, before we knew it, we’d not only completed our first year but held our first annual review meeting last month where we reported back to our businesses on exactly how we had spent their money. That is something we must never forget as a BID. We are funded by a levy paid directly by our 600plus businesses (in simple terms, the bigger they are, the more they pay) and we must spend their money wisely and to mutual benefit. The good news was that the businesses that turned up at the meeting seemed pleased with what we’d done so far. We talked about the town centre events we’d put on (from boutique sales to cocktail weeks), the way we’d helped promote the town (with a new map and guide and a gift card) and the direct support we’d given to businesses (from cutting utility bills to improving their digital skills).
On public realm, we have cleaned up significant areas of the town but our focus remains on getting the authorities to sort out the appalling state of much of the High Street. But what the businesses were perhaps most interested in was what comes next. And we had a lot of news for them – and for everyone who works, rests and plays in Cheltenham. We’re going to help improve the Christmas Lights to start with. The BID has put money in (on top of the Borough Council committing the same spending as in previous years) and that will make a big difference with both new lights and some landmark new displays. It is only the start though. In future years, when the John Lewis development is finished, we’re aiming to up the ante even more. We’re also looking at a “Light Up Winter” plan for those quiet weeks around February when we hope to light up some key buildings in a new way. It’s all about bringing
people to the town at times they wouldn’t otherwise visit. That’s just what we’re hoping will happen with some other new ideas - Cheltenham Beauty Week, Foodie Cheltenham and a new trail highlighting the BID zone’s best-kept secrets, called Hidden Histories, Hidden Treasures. On marketing and promotion, look out for our work alongside the new Marketing Cheltenham, which will see massive improvements in the way the town is promoted. We’ll be producing new shopping guides too. Year One was good, Year Two must be even better and we’re sure it will be good news for the town’s customers as well as its businesses. - by Kevan Blackadder, Cheltenham BID Director Picture credit: www.stillmovingmedia.co.uk
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Coming up... 100 of the UK’s finest designer makers head to Cheltenham in March The organisers of the multi award winning, The Contemporary Craft Festival and Made by Hand, Cardiff, is set to launch the newest event in their prestigious portfolio. Made by Hand, Cheltenham will bring a heady mix of the most coveted, handmade homewares and fashion accessories by British designer makers, coupled with craft demonstrations and workshops in the heart of the Cotswolds. The event is set to take place in the iconic location of Cheltenham Town Hall on the weekend of the 10th and 11th March 2018. Sarah James, event director is suitably excited by the new venture: “We have been producing award winning events for 14 years and the opportunity to launch a new event in the heart of the Cotswolds is an exciting prospect. The Contemporary Craft Festival in Bovey Tracey, Devon is one of the finest in Europe and Made by Hand Cardiff is the highlight of the Welsh craft calendar. I am delighted to be expanding our portfolio of events to Cheltenham providing a stunning platform for contemporary craft, as well as welcoming makers and visitors to Made by Hand Cheltenham for its
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French Omelette with Garlic Tomatoes Serves 1
Ready in 15 minutes
Eggs are the perfect fridge standby for a quick and filling supper. Here’s how to make a classic creamy French omelette for one in a few simple steps – the recipe can easily be doubled to serve two people.
Toss the tomatoes and garlic with the olive oil. Place on a foil-lined grill pan and cook under a medium heat for 4-5 minutes until just tender.
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8 cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tsp olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 large eggs 1tbsp milk Salt and freshly ground black pepper Large knob of butter Spinach and rocket leaves, to serve
Meanwhile, lightly beat the eggs and milk in a jug and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat the butter in a small omelette or non-stick frying pan until it is just foaming. Pour in the beaten eggs and stir gently with a fork, drawing the mixture in from the sides to the centre as it sets and letting the liquid egg run out to the sides. When the omelette is just set, stop stirring and cook for a further 30 seconds to brown the underside (see tip). Place the grilled tomatoes on top of the omelette.
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Slide the omelette onto a serving plate, tipping the pan to gently fold it over the tomatoes. Serve immediately with salad.
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Chalk Talk “It’s been an incredible fortnight for animal welfare.” Those are not my words, but those of the RSPCA. But with print and social media dominated by Brexit commentary, a decisive step forward in this area has been almost drowned out. It relates to an issue I care passionately about, and which I know from my email inbox Cheltenham residents do too: the ivory trade. Back in February, I used a debate in Parliament to challenge Ministers to act more decisively over the ivory trade and elephant poaching. It’s now well established that the number of wild elephants has declined by almost a third in the last decade. 20,000 a year are still being slaughtered due to the global demand for ivory. The illegal ivory trade is a highly organised industry, estimated to be worth up to £17 billion a year. Those statistics, as others have said, ‘shame our generation’.
Although the trade of raw ivory of any age is already prohibited, the old rules allowed worked ivory items produced after 3rd March 1947 to be sold with a certificate. That broad exemption, however well-intentioned, created a loophole which is being ruthlessly exploited. And although primary responsibility for conserving elephants rests with the host nations, I believe we must do everything we can to avoid fuelling the trade. The fact is that there were more than 36,000 ivory items exported from the UK between 2010 and 2015, more than three times that of the next biggest exporter, the US. That creates a moral responsibility on us to act. Now the Government has announced plans to tighten the law on ivory sales. The proposed new ban will cover items of all ages, and exemptions have been drastically tightened – relating principally to musical instruments and items
of cultural importance. This change in the law will build on our work both at home and overseas, which includes the training by the UK military of an elite force of anti-poachers in African countries. It also means that we can show global leadership just as we host a major illegal wildlife conference in 2018. I’m determined that we should get robust measures in place before that begins. A consultation on the Government’s proposals has now opened and will run until 29th December. If you have a moment, do respond. Alternatively, let me have your thoughts at alex. chalk.mp@parliament.uk. - by Alex Chalk
Gloucestershire Writers Wow at Cheltenham Literature Festival Twelve, prize-winning Gloucestershire men and women delighted audiences on the last night of the 2017 Cheltenham Literature Festival. The best of Gloucestershire Writers’ Network competition, read their work on the festival theme, ‘Who Do We Think We Are?’ alongside judges: Dr. Lania Knight, award-winning writer and senior lecturer in English and Creative Writing at University of Gloucestershire and acclaimed poet Roy McFarlane, formerly Poet in Residence at Starbucks and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Frances March from Stroud won the poetry prize with her beautiful piece: ‘1956: Sheltered’ and the prose winner was Nastasya Parker from Dursley, with her moving short story: ‘The Maze’. Runners-up were: Val Ormrod (Alvington), Belinda Rimmer (Bishop’s Cleeve), Julie Wiltshire (Cam), Jennie Farley and Judith Green (Cheltenham), Liz Carew and
Jim Moeller (Cirencester), Jeff Taylor (Eastleach), Iris Anne Lewis (Kempsford) and Cindy Moss (Tewkesbury). Prose judge Lania thrilled with extracts from her novel, Three Cubic Feet and poetry judge Roy had the audience literally on their feet, with stunning poems from his collection, Beginning With Your Last Breath (Nine Arches Press). The annual GWN competition is open to all who live or work in Gloucestershire (17 years+ at date of entry). This year, submissions flowed in countywide, from those new to writing, to more experienced and published.
talent will out, so if you’d like a chance to read your work at this prestigious festival, be published and win cash prizes, look out for next year’s competition. GWN is a non-profit group, relying solely on pamphlet sales and sponsorship to foster writing talent. So, if you care to donate, buy the winners’ pamphlet (only £3.00 inc. p&p), discover how to enter the competition and/or join GWN’s mailing list - email: pennygwn@gmail.com or follow @GWNgloswriters on Twitter.
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Home & Interiors Scandi Winter Trends
If you thought lagom was a kind of bean and gluggavedur a creamy Christmas tipple, don’t miss Katherine Sorrell’s guide to the Scandinavian interiors trends that will see you through the winter. Hygge The best known of our Scandi set, hygge was massive last winter and it looks like it’s here to stay. Pronounced ‘hoog-uh’, the Danish word is not directly translatable into English, but the overall concept stands for cosiness and contentment, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, and enjoying good times with friends and family. When you recognise that special moment – it’s the feeling of hygge. It’s well known that the Danes are the happiest people on the planet, and maybe it’s all because of hygge, which is an integral part of the nation’s culture and psyche. The high season for hygge is winter – it helps make long, dark evenings more bearable – and, especially, Christmas. Key elements? Home-cooked comfort food; Page 14
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eating with family or friends; candles or pools of warm, well-positioned light; reading in front of the fire on a rainy day; squashy sofas and armchairs; a warm drink; sheepskins, knitting; hot water bottles; piles of throws and cushions; board games; a log burner. Overall, it’s not about spending money, but trying to be kind to yourself; hygge is when there’s nothing to worry or annoy you, and you take great pleasure from simple things. Lagom The lagom trend hails from Sweden, and it roughly translates as ‘not too little, not too much’ – i.e. just the right amount. It’s applied to everything, from drinking coffee to buying a house, and its aim is fairness and contentment. Apparently, while hygge is a momentary state of happiness, lagom is more to do with an overall approach to life. And this sense of moderation and balance extends naturally to home design – functional, unfussy, minimal and wellmade pieces are key, with an emphasis on durability and sustainability. Naturally, Ikea has created a LIVE Lagom project, in which the Swedish flatpack superstore ‘supports customers and co-workers
with products, workshops, bespoke advice and an active community to help save energy and water, reduce waste and promote a healthy lifestyle.’ How else can you incorporate a sense of lagom in your home? Keep things simple, declutter, tidy, reduce your carbon footprint (LED light bulbs, for a start) and choose furniture and accessories that are pared-back, practical and stylish without being showy. Use neutral colours and natural materials. gLuggavedur The latest Scandi trend is gluggavedur, from Iceland. It means, literally, ‘windowweather’, or an overall concept of curling up indoors while watching the world go by outside, specifically when the weather looks nice from indoors but is probably not so great when you’re actually out in it. Make the most of your living room or bedroom and looking out on a cold, sunny day by enhancing your window area – beautiful curtains or blinds, perhaps with a pretty tie back or a tactile blind pull; maybe some wooden shutters, a window seat with a cushion and a throw, and even some plants, candles or carefully selected art works nearby. main image: oslo grey and lime cushions, £50 each, and throws, £125 each, all aLSo Home: 01483 608 614; www.alsohome.com
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COUNCILLORS CORNER A Celebration of Christmas I am delighted, as Mayor of Cheltenham, to invite you to "A Celebration of Christmas" on Saturday 9th December at 7.00pm. Featuring Cheltenham College Chapel Choir, leading British tenor Richard Coxon, The Tuesdays and The Caring Chorus, this Concert of carols and festive music will be held in the beautiful and historic Chapel at Cheltenham College.
I am really grateful to Cheltenham College for their incredible support to the Mayor's Charity Appeal 201718 and particularly for allowing us to use this wonderful building for this prestigious event. We are also delighted that the Rt Rev Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester, is joining us as our special guest. Tickets £10 per person (children under 16 free) from: • The Wilson, Clarence Street – phone 01242 237431 (press 2) • Royal Bank of Scotland Promenade branch • The Mayor’s PA at jennie.ingram@cheltenham.gov.uk
Friends of Pilley Bridge Nature Reserve Apple Day The Friends of Pilley Bridge Nature Reserve was formed in 2012 to protect and improve this environmentally important area as a reserve for wildlife and as a resource for the enjoyment of nature by the local community. In October the Friends held their annual Apple Day; a fun packed event where local residents came together to enjoy freshly pressed
apple juice, home baked cakes, games and a scavenger hunt. Also as a wonderful treat, a ‘train’ was brought along to give children a ride along the recently installed section of track under Pilley Bridge. Over the five years since the Friends group was set up, they have achieved such a lot including improvements to the wetland area to the east of the reserve. A new artwork has been painted on one of the walls under the bridge which brings a new twist to the nature reserve’s history as a part of the Great Western Railway on the Cheltenham to Banbury line. - Cllr Klara Sudbury, Mayor of Cheltenham
Left and Right 1. Does the Statue of Liberty hold a torch in her left or right hand? 2. In tennis, if the score is “advantage”, will the player serving be serving from the left side or the right side of the court? 3. On the TV show The Simpsons, who opened a store in the Springfield Mall called The Leftorium, specialising in products designed for left-handed people? 4. On a standard UK keyboard, left and right brackets feature on which two number keys? 5. What was Right Said Fred’s only UK number one single? 6. With which arm did Diego Maradona score his famous “hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup?... his left or his right? 7. Which Irish comedian was famous for wearing wellington boots, one labelled “L” for left, and one labelled “R” for right? 8. In 2003, who became the first ever left-handed golfer to win the US Masters? 9. If an actor is facing the audience and needs to follow the instruction “exit stage left”, should they turn to their left or their right? 10. What is the most populated country in the world where everyone drives on the left side of the road? Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers
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A Busy November by Pippa Greenwood
Despite the seasonal slowdown there are lots of jobs which, if done now, could end up saving you time and money later on - so here are the top November gardening tasks to get to grips with. Hoe off weeds that are around now, as some might still set seed during mild, damp periods. Provided they have no seed pods their top-growth can safely be composted, but bin, burn or rot down fleshy weed roots to prevent them growing in the compost heap! Cut back or pick off obviously diseased leaves and stems to neaten flower beds and borders, and remove some of the foliage that is dying back purely due to the time of year. Leave some deteriorating but healthy foliage in place to provide protection for the crowns of more fragile plants. Rabbits become more of a menace as natural food supplies reduce, so make sure that rabbit netting is not damaged and that trees, especially those that have been planted recently, are fitted with tree guards. If there is a sizeable tree near your lawn, rake up fallen leaves on a regular basis to prevent damage to the grass beneath. Page 18
Trees, shrubs and climbers that have been planted recently may need protection from frost and cold winds over their first winter. Use a layer or two of horticultural fleece draped over the plant and pegged in place; it can be removed on warmer days. Fleece ‘jackets’ with a drawstring and in various sizes are available from my website, see www.pippagreenwood.com/ products/protect-your-crops. If you’re planning on hedgeplanting, remember that many hedging plants are cheaper if bought ‘bare root field grown’, meaning lifted from their nursery field without being potted on. Order now to make sure you get the pick of the bunch. Bare root plants are not feasible once the leaves start to appear next year. Use seed catalogues and websites to help decide what you want to grow next year. Many suppliers offer seeds and young plants of many vegetables, so order now and you can relax, knowing that you have got your first choice selection. Check out my website, www.pippagreenwood. com/grow-your-own, for a Grow Your Own package perfect for the less experienced vegetable grower - the plants you choose come with weekly advice
emails telling you exactly what you need to be doing. Established clumps of bamboo should be thinned out now. The extra space that the remaining canes will have will allow them to grow away better, and also gives them more freedom to move about in that way which makes bamboos so very appealing. Less tender bulbs such as nerines and many of the agapanthus will winter better if you give them a little protection now. Mound dry chipped bark or other mulch over the area in which they are planted. And last but not least, before water butts fill up with autumn rain grab a sturdy brush and clean each one out thoroughly, removing deposits of algae, soggy bits of plant and general gunge! Rinse out and then re-install ready to collect some rain. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com for a gorgeous selection of useful gardening items, perfect for gifts too, including growing frames, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, fleece jackets, cloches, fruit cages, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and other nematode controls, copper tape, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.
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Finalists for Gloucestershire Family Awards revealed After 60 nominations and 3,000 votes, a shortlist of 31 local companies, charities and individuals have been named finalists in the first ever Gloucestershire Family Awards. Sponsored by Rendcomb College, the awards by Gloucestershire mum blogger and Gloucestershire Digital Woman of the Year, CheltenhamMaman, and local hospice charity, Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court, celebrate all things family in the county. Seven winners will be revealed at a glitzy awards ceremony held at Stonehouse Court Hotel, Stroud, on Friday 17th November, which everyone is warmly invited to attend to celebrate the best things about bringing up a family in Gloucestershire. Not only will the awards recognise those who make a real difference for families, the awards will help make a difference for families at a time they need support most by raising vital funds for the only inpatient hospice in the county, Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court. Tickets for the event, which includes a sumptuous three-course meal with wine, dancing and disco are on sale now. Tickets cost £50 with 100 percent of the proceeds being donated to Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court, the only inpatient unit hospice in Gloucestershire. Kate Starkey, AKA Cheltenham Maman said, “I am thrilled to announce the shortlisted finalists for the inaugural Gloucestershire Family Awards. It's a superb mix of companies, enterprises, charities and individuals who collectively are making a huge difference to families in our county.” “Now the focus for myself and Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice
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is to focus on fair judging and planning a night to remember! With tickets open to all I can't think of a better way to support such a great organisation and have a fun night out with like-minded people than by booking a ticket to come." The finalists include: Most Family-Friendly Employer: Sponsored by Spirax Sarco – Simpsons Fish and Chips (Cheltenham & Stroud), Toddington Nursery School (Toddington), Super Group PLC (Cheltenham), TSB (Gloucester). Most Family-Friendly Independent Retailer: Carousel (Cheltenham), Baby Prints (Cheltenham), The Willow Tree (Cheltenham), Gloucester Services (Gloucester). Most Family-Friendly Independent Eatery: Sponsored by Alanbrookes Accountants – Brasserie Blanc (Cheltenham), School House Café (Cheltenham), The Curious Café and Bistro (Cheltenham), Roots Coffee and Community (Gloucester). Best Pregnancy Support Service: The Baby Journey (Cheltenham), Stroud Maternity Unit (Stroud), The Bump to Baby Chapter (Gloucester), NCT (Cheltenham). Best Baby or Toddler Class: Babel Babies (Cheltenham), Little Stars (Cheltenham), Mini Moments (Cheltenham), Tatty Bumpkin (Cheltenham), Limitless Kids (Cotwolds & Forest of Dean), Boogie Beat Music and Movement (Winchcombe). Best Mum Recovery Service: Sponsored by Fiona Preece Public Relations – Mumsfit (Cheltenham), Kate Evans (Countywide), Gloucestershire Bundles (Gloucester), Gloucestershire Breastfeeding Support Network (countywide), Cheltenham and Gloucester Sling Library (Cheltenham
and Gloucester). Most Family-Focused Community Champion: Sponsored by Cheltenham Ladies College – Laura Smith of Cheltenham Rocks (Cheltenham), Linda Bell Retired Midwife (Tewkesbury district), The Team at Gloucestershire Bundles (countywide) and Sharon Haines of Entertaining the Kids in Gloucester Facebook page (Gloucester). A special award ‘The Family Fairy Godmother/Father Award sponsored by Rendcomb College’ will be announced on the night with the winner of this receiving an overnight stay and meal at Ellenborough Park Hotel. To view the finalists visit: www.cheltenhammaman.co.uk/ gloucestershire-family-awards2017-the-finalists/ Beth Davis, Community Fundraising Officer at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice said, “We are absolutely thrilled to be involved with the first ever Gloucestershire Family Awards. Here at Sue Ryder, we are all about helping local people and families live the fullest life possible. It’s really fitting to be part of an event which celebrates individuals, groups and businesses who do this too whilst raising funds so we can continue to be there for families who need us.” “I hope lots of our supporters will consider purchasing a ticket to join us at the gala award ceremony dinner on Friday 17th November to celebrate all the well deserved finalists and raise vital funds for our hospice.” For more information on CheltenhamMaman visit www.cheltenhammaman.co.uk For more information on Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice visit www.sueryder.org/Leckhampton
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Seventy Years of Marriage The Queen and Prince Philip but, unsurprisingly, he was courting older girls. However, he visited Windsor often and was entranced by the family feeling of Christmas there with Elizabeth in 1943, which his own life so lacked.
On 20th November, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrate seventy years of marriage (the longest of any British monarch). We look back over their 75-year romance. A Queen in WAiting And A HAndsome Prince Born on 21st April 1926 to Albert and Elizabeth, the Duke and Duchess of York, Princess Elizabeth became heir to the throne when her uncle’s abdication in 1936 made her father King George VI. Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark was born on 10 June 1921 to Prince Andrew of Greece and Princess Alice of Battenberg. An oftentragic childhood was spent in exile with relatives, mainly in England without his parents. His mother was taken to an asylum when he was nine. After boarding school, he joined the Royal Navy and served during WWII. Elizabeth and Philip first met at a royal wedding in 1934, but in 1939 Philip gave 13-yearold Elizabeth a tour around Dartmouth Naval College. She was instantly smitten Page 22
An unsuitAble boy? After his posting home in January 1946, Philip regularly visited Buckingham Palace, carrying a picture of Elizabeth in his bag while she made noticeably more fuss about her appearance! In a letter, Philip wrote that he had “fallen in love completely and unreservedly.” But despite Philip’s loyal service and royal connections, the courtship wasn’t welcomed by all. Philip didn’t have the ‘right’ education, clothes or money - and had sisters married to Nazis. However, Philip’s uncle, Lord Mountbatten, worked to change popular opinion. When Philip proposed in summer 1946, the King consented but insisted on delaying the official announcement until Elizabeth turned 21. Philip renounced his Greek and Danish titles and was merely Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten on their official engagement in July 1947. Before the wedding, however, he was made Duke of Edinburgh, with Elizabeth becoming Duchess on their marriage. mArried life Elizabeth and Philip married at Westminster Abbey on 20th November 1947. A year later their son Charles arrived,
followed by Anne in 1950. But family life was soon disrupted. In February 1953, Philip broke news of the King’s death to Elizabeth while in Kenya, and abandoned his naval career to support her in her new role. They moved to Buckingham Palace and Elizabeth was crowned on 5th June 1953 at Westminster Abbey, watched by millions on TV. Andrew and Edward, born in 1960 and 1964 respectively, completed their family. golden yeArs Throughout the years, they have continued to show affection and support for each other, enjoying the ups (jubilees, the arrival of grandchildren and greatgrandchildren) and weathering the downs (long separations from their children, family scandals and divorces, fires; their ‘annus horribilis’). In a thoughtful gesture, the Queen gave her husband the title of Lord High Admiral, titular head of the Royal Navy, when he turned 90. “Their marriage is a true love story,’’ said former Buckingham Palace press secretary Dickie Arbiter. On their Golden Wedding anniversary in 1997, they paid touching tributes to each other. “He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years,” said the Queen. “Tolerance is the one essential ingredient in any happy marriage,” said Prince Philip. “The Queen has the quality of tolerance in abundance.”
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A Common for All? Readers of this magazine might have noticed in the local press that the Cleeve Common Trust organised a series of activities during the summer. Some of you might even have taken part. For my article this month I thought it might be interesting to explain how the Trust came into being. In 1890 Colonel N.B. Thoyts, the mayor of Cheltenham, described Cleeve Common as the town's lungs and free breath. He was giving evidence at a Parliamentary enquiry which had been set up to investigate whether an Act of Parliament was needed to control the uses of the common. The free access enjoyed by the people of the spa town was increasingly resented by the local commoners who had the right to pasture their animals on the common. As a result of the enquiry, an act was passed under the long-winded title of Commons Regulation (Cleeve) Provisional Order Confirmation Act which set up the Board of Conservators who, as the Cleeve
Common Trust, still administer the common today. The minutes of that Parliamentary enquiry make interesting reading, informing us of the perceptions and prejudices of those people with an interest in this upland pasture. The common had been used by the people of Bishop's Cleeve, Woodmancote and Southam as pasture for their sheep, cattle, horses and donkeys for centuries, but when Cheltenham races were held on the hill, principally between 1819 and 1842, they left a legacy of racehorse training, with the horses being brought up from Prestbury, but the trainers there had no rights on the hill. This encouraged a few of the local commoners to extort payments (£40 a time was mentioned at the enquiry) from the trainers to compensate for damage caused by the horses 'galloping by like a whirlwind', sometimes as many as ten in a line. Even riders of horses using the common for pleasure were charged £5. These illegal payments were said to have been subsequently spent in the public house! The members of parliament on the committee did not flinch to label these actions as blackmail which needed stamping out. All the witnesses at the enquiry agreed that the uses of the common needed regulating, but they disagreed about the method. Ironically the two witnesses most
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opposed to the proposals did not live locally. Arthur Heavens-Smith lived in Cheltenham (he had previously lived in Winchcombe) and William Etheridge kept a public house in London, although he came from a local family. They were both commoners because both owned freehold land locally which gave them the right to pasture as many animals on the common in the summer as their land would support in winter. However, the chairman of the enquiry, Sir Walter Barttelot MP was less than impressed by their claims. HeavensSmith claimed he could winter twenty 'young beasts' on his fifteen acres but Etheridge failed to explain how the third of an acre holding of one of his tenants could sustain nine sheep in winter! The crucial point to which these two objected was the number of places on the proposed Board of Conservators allocated to Cheltenham, in return for the town council's annual contribution of £50 towards the expenses of administering the common. £40 of this was proposed to pay for a haywarden, the forerunner of today’s rangers, to safeguard the animals. If four were appointed, together with the two appointees of the Lord of the Manor who was the legal owner of the common, these six could block proposals from the other six conservators who represented the local commoners. In the end, Cheltenham accepted three representatives, which decision being agreed by all allowed the chairman to recommend the act be passed. It still governs the uses of the common over a century and a quarter later. - David Aldred
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Hospice unveils Christmas beneficiary ball The only hospice in Gloucestershire giving inpatient care has announced details of its prestigious Christmas celebration raising funds for its specialist services. For the first time, the event will be held at the stunning Princess Hall at Cheltenham Ladies College, giving the exclusive opportunity for guests to celebrate with family, friends, staff or entertain partners and clients. Taking place on Friday 15th December the evening offers a traditional Christmas celebration packed with live entertainment and seasonal surprises, including a champagne diamond raffle in association with RJ Spicer Goldsmith. Hosting the evening, which is sponsored by Pulhams Coaches, is Craig Wright and auctioneer Philip Allwood, the star of Bargain Hunt, Flog It and Dickinson’s Real Deal will be overseeing the evening’s charity auction, sending some highly exclusive lots under the hammer to help raise funds for the hospice. The evening will start at 7.00pm with a sparkling drinks reception
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and includes a gourmet traditional Christmas three-course dinner with wine and live music performances from The Chip Shop Boys. Matt Reay, Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court’s event fundraiser, said: “This is the perfect seasonal celebration to bring friends, colleagues and clients together in the beautiful and historic surroundings of Princess Hall, Cheltenham Ladies College.” “By booking a table of ten, you could be paying for three hospice nurses for a day and a bed for a day of inpatient care at our hospice. Over the past two years, our sold-out Winter Ball has raised £50,000, helping us to continue providing our vital hospice services supporting hundreds of local people and families.” Kathryn Pulham, Director at Pulhams Coaches which is the event’s main sponsor, said: “We are delighted and proud to sponsor such a prestigious event and support such a worthwhile cause. It is a brilliant evening and we’re looking forward to helping raise much-needed funds for the amazing care given at the hospice, which we have had personal experience of.”
Stuart Walby from The Chip Shop Boys said, “We’ve supported the hospice for a number of years at this winter celebration and it is always a fantastic night. As a Gloucestershirebased band, we’re delighted to be providing the musical entertainment to help raise funds for such an important local cause.” A table of ten costs £850, with individual tickets available at £90 each. To reserve a place email leckhampton.events@sueryder.org or call Matt in the fundraising team on 01242 246 162. The ball is one of a number of events taking place throughout the year to help raise funds for the hospice, which needs to raise £2 million a year so it can continue providing its round-theclock specialist hospice and end of life care across its inpatient unit, day services and hospice at home team. For more information on Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice visit www.sueryder.org/Leckhampton.
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PROGRAMME of EVENTS for 2017 Friday 7th April STRICTLY COME WELLIE DANCE Fun Night at the Civil Service Social Club with The Fabulous TOP Mix. Plenty of parking. Saturday 22nd April CHELTENHAM FLAG DAY (Help please) Sunday 14th May LUNCH & TALK (venue to be decided) Speaker: Geoffrey Miller “Reminiscences of the Queen’s Bank Manager” Saturday 10th June TEWKESBURY FLAG DAY (Help please) Sunday 9th July SEA SUNDAY SERVICE TEWKESBURY St John the Baptist Church, Chaceley, nr Tewkesbury Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd July GLOUCESTER DOCKS Commemoration of 150 years of the RNLI Lifeboat
“City of Gloucester” was launched in the Docks Thursday 3rd August BREDON COFFEE MORNING (Help please) Bredon Village Hall September (Date TBC) ITALIAN EVENING AT GIANNI’S Saturday 30th September - Sunday 1st October PRESCOTT HILL CLIMB (Help please) Friday 6th October QUIZ NIGHT & FISH AND CHIPS SUPPER at St Luke’s Parish Church Hall Friday 27th October COFFEE MORNING AT PEGASUS COURT St Stephen’s Road Thursday 9th November, 7.30pm for 8.00pm start AGM & INTEREST EVENING at the Civil Service Social Club Tewkesbury Road. Plenty of parking. Everyone welcome. Saturday 2nd December SOUVENIR & CHRISTMAS CARDS STALL at The Charity Market on the Promenade Thursday 7th December 999 EMERGENCY SERVICE CAROL SERVICE at the beautiful Cheltenham College Chapel with The Gotherington Singers Choir (one not to miss!)
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Finance
By Ann Haldon
Should You Invest In Stocks And Shares, And If So, How Do You Start?
With savings interest rates at a record low, you may be considering whether to take a more adventurous approach with your money. Purchasing stocks and shares is one way to do this – it’s a long-term investment that can reap benefits if you’re prepared to take a risk and branch out from the ‘standard’ savings accounts. Investing in this way can provide you with funds you wouldn’t otherwise accrue, as long as you’re not looking for a return in the short-term. So before we see how to get started, let’s look at what stocks and shares are in more detail. A smAll piece of A compAny When you purchase shares in a company, you’re essentially buying a small part of that organisation. Stock is the term used to cover different types of share, of which ordinary shares, preference shares, and non-voting shares are just a few examples. • ordinary shares - Also known as ‘common stock,’ ordinary shares provide you with a share of a company’s assets and profits by way of dividend payments, as well as voting rights on issues such as executive pay or the Page 30
appointment of directors. • preference shares - Dividend payments are fixed at a certain rate when you buy preference shares. There are no voting rights, but you do receive payment before holders of common stock. • non-voting shares - These are ordinary shares that do not carry voting rights, although in some instances shareholders may have the right to vote under certain circumstances. Where does the vAlue lie When investing in stocks And shAres? The potential value of investing in stocks and shares is twofold: dividend payments You receive a dividend payment as long as the company remains profitable, but the amount you receive depends on the type of share you hold. Payments are usually made twice a year, and you generally have a choice of taking the money as cash or reinvesting it in more shares. growth potential A company’s growth potential relies on a number of factors, including: • Size of their market share. • Management efficiency and experience. • Brand identity and its popularity with the wider population. • Company profits and profit margins. hoW do you get stArted When investing in stocks And shAres? Initially, you should determine the level of risk you’re willing to accept. Understanding that there is always an element of risk, however small the investment, and balancing this with the
potential rewards, is a sensible approach. There are two types of investment when it comes to stocks and shares – direct and indirect. direct investment This involves choosing the stocks and shares yourself, rather than using the services of a broker or other professional advisor. It’s likely to be cheaper, but you won’t receive the expert direction or guidance that a beginner often needs. There are online investment platforms where you can set up an account and pay for your investments as a lump sum, or ‘drip feed’ payments using a monthly direct debit. indirect investment You can also purchase stocks and shares through a stockbroker or financial company. They may also provide online services for buying and selling, but you’ll receive a professional opinion on the most appropriate investments based on your circumstances. This comes at a cost, of course, so you need to weigh up the benefits of receiving expert advice if your own knowledge of stock market investment is minimal.
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Lions Club of Cheltenham November Update The past few weeks have been rather busy for the Lions Club. Four days after the Hurricane hit the British Virgin Islands, members collected money in the High Street to help those affected. As a result, a total of £1,414 was raised and the Club would like to thank all those who gave so generously. Between the 18th and the 24th of September, the Club hosted another of their ever-popular book sales in the Regent Arcade. Over 800 books were sold and the funds were used to make a donation to the Gloucestershire Special Olympics. On 7th of October, the Club held their Autumn Plant Sale at the Exmouth Arms, Bath Road, and would like to thank all their new and regular customers for their support and their friendly nurseryman for supplying excellent plants once again. And now for the big project of the year, The Wenceslas Winter Fuel Allowance
Appeal: On behalf of The Lions Club of Cheltenham, The Mayor of Cheltenham, Councillor Klara Sudbury, launched Wenceslas Heating on Monday 23rd October 2017. It is named after the carol in which the Good King Wenceslas looked out when the frost was cruel and saw a poor man gathering winter fuel. Wenceslas Heating gathers Winter Fuel Allowances to pass to the poor so if anyone feels that they can manage without their Winter Fuel Allowances, Cheltenham Lions provide a direct bridge to those in Cheltenham with insufficient money to pay their fuel bills. The Lions Club of Cheltenham will pass money raised to Caring for Communities and People (CCP), who will distribute it to those in need in Cheltenham. Nothing will be taken for administration or overheads by Cheltenham Lions or CCP. CCP is adept at helping people who are in serious and immediate need. They will ensure that the money is shared fairly and beneficially to those in greatest need. The project is already run successfully by other Lions Clubs in a couple of other
Cheltenham Calendar This month, Cheltenham’s Calendar is one Guy Fawkes would be proud of – and he had a serious social life! Start your month with not just a metaphorical bang but a literal one, as the Brewery and Racecourse both put on their firework displays one day early on the 4th. This means the 5th of the month is left free for a cosy night in with a bunch of sparklers and a blanket. Either one of these displays promises to be spectacular for both the eyes and ears so take your pick. You could even head up high to Cleeve Hill for great views across Cheltenham, it's the ultimate firework watching spot! Gin lovers look alive! A brand new gin festival is coming to Cheltenham. Head down to the Town Hall on the 11th of November for 120 different gins to tantalise your taste buds. With cocktail demos, live entertainment and chances to try your hand at distilling, what’s not to like?! Tickets cost £12 and include a goody bag of a gin glass and a gin bible. Finish off your day of leisurely Page 32
drinking with a visit from no other than the King of the Jungle (and comedy) himself Joel Dommett at the Cheltenham Racecourse. After his latest rise to fame from 'I’m A Celebrity', he has not left our screens, popping up wherever we least expect him. His latest stand up show was a success at the Edinburgh Fringe and Joel is now embarking on a UK tour with it. Later on in the month, three days of adrenaline-fuelled displays and races are coming down the final furlong into Cheltenham Racecourse to get the South West jump racing season underway. The November meet kicks off on the 17th and is guaranteed to get you excited for the much anticipated Festival in March next year. You can buy tickets for all the upcoming race days on the
towns around England. It is calculated that around 6,925 households in Cheltenham need to spend 10% or more of their income to achieve adequate warmth. To give just £30 to each of these households, we would need over £200,000 so please give generously and remember that you can boost your donation by 25p of Gift Aid for every £1 you donate. Donations can be sent by cheque made payable to "Cheltenham Lions Club Charitable Trust Fund" and endorsed "Wenceslas Heating" on the back to our "Treasurer, Lions Club of Cheltenham" at 39 Rivelands Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9RF. Alternatively, you can pay via mydonate (BT online free-to-use service). For advice about receiving money for fuel bills, please contact CCP by e-mail at winterfuel@ccp.org.uk. 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
by Olivia Scull Cheltenham Racecourse website. As we near the end of the month things are starting to feel a little festive. The Christmas market shows up on the 23rd bringing smells of cinnamon and gingerbread to the promenade. Then on the 24th, the Pantomime comes to town. Dick Whittington is visiting the Everyman this year and he will, of course, be bringing his cat along too. Starring the iconic Tweedy the clown and other Everyman favourites this guarantees to be fun for all the family. And finally to round off the trio of seasonal treats, the Brewery will be covered in a blanket of lights ready to illuminate Cheltenham on the 25th; exactly one month before the big day. I can hear jingle bells...
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Hospice unveils Christmas beneficiary ball The only hospice in Gloucestershire giving inpatient care has announced details of its prestigious Christmas celebration raising funds for its specialist services. For the first time, the event will be held at the stunning Princess Hall at Cheltenham Ladies College, giving the exclusive opportunity for guests to celebrate with family, friends, staff or entertain partners and clients. Taking place on Friday 15th December the evening offers a traditional Christmas celebration packed with live entertainment and seasonal surprises, including a champagne diamond raffle in association with RJ Spicer Goldsmith. Hosting the evening, which is sponsored by Pulhams Coaches, is Craig Wright and auctioneer Philip Allwood, the star of Bargain Hunt, Flog It and Dickinson’s Real Deal will be overseeing the evening’s charity auction, sending some highly exclusive lots under the hammer to help raise funds for the hospice. The evening will start at 7.00pm with a sparkling drinks reception
and includes a gourmet traditional Christmas three-course dinner with wine and live music performances from The Chip Shop Boys. Matt Reay, Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court’s event fundraiser, said: “This is the perfect seasonal celebration to bring friends, colleagues and clients together in the beautiful and historic surroundings of Princess Hall, Cheltenham Ladies College.” “By booking a table of ten, you could be paying for three hospice nurses for a day and a bed for a day of inpatient care at our hospice. Over the past two years, our sold-out Winter Ball has raised £50,000, helping us to continue providing our vital hospice services supporting hundreds of local people and families.” Kathryn Pulham, Director at Pulhams Coaches which is the event’s main sponsor, said: “We are delighted and proud to sponsor such a prestigious event and support such a worthwhile cause. It is a brilliant evening and we’re looking forward to helping raise much-needed funds for the amazing care given at the hospice, which we have had personal experience of.”
Stuart Walby from The Chip Shop Boys said, “We’ve supported the hospice for a number of years at this winter celebration and it is always a fantastic night. As a Gloucestershirebased band, we’re delighted to be providing the musical entertainment to help raise funds for such an important local cause.” A table of ten costs £850, with individual tickets available at £90 each. To reserve a place email leckhampton.events@sueryder.org or call Matt in the fundraising team on 01242 246 162. The ball is one of a number of events taking place throughout the year to help raise funds for the hospice, which needs to raise £2 million a year so it can continue providing its round-theclock specialist hospice and end of life care across its inpatient unit, day services and hospice at home team. For more information on Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice visit www.sueryder.org/Leckhampton.
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Cake and Bake Chilled Orange Mousse with Fresh Orange Glaze A light, creamy and refreshing dessert that can be prepared a day in advance. Serve with crisp butter biscuits or shortbread fingers.
Ingredients: • • • • • • • •
3 gelatine leaves 150ml fresh orange juice 250g ricotta cheese 250g full fat soft cheese 100g caster sugar 2 tsp orange zest 300ml double cream 2 egg whites
FOR THE ORANGE GLAZE • 1 gelatine leaf • 150ml fresh orange juice • 2 oranges, peeled, segmented and flesh chopped • Fresh mint sprigs, to decorate
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1. Soak the gelatine leaves in a shallow bowl of cold
water for 5 minutes until soft. Heat the orange juice in a small pan until almost boiling then remove from the heat. Squeeze the excess liquid from the gelatine leaves and stir into the hot juice until dissolved. Cool for 15 minutes.
2. Beat the ricotta and cream cheese together in a
large bowl until smooth, then beat in the caster sugar and orange zest. Fold in the cooled gelatine.
3. Whip the cream in a bowl until softly peaking and in
a separate bowl whisk the egg whites until stiff. Fold the cream into the orange mixture followed by the egg whites.
4. Spoon the mixture into a 20cm square baking dish that is at least 5cm deep. Gently level the surface and chill in the fridge for 3 hours, or until set.
5. To make the orange glaze, soften the gelatine in
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What's On in Nov/Dec Fairview Fireworks Party Friday 3rd November, from 5.00pm, Cheltenham Cricket Club, Victoria Ground, Princes Street, Cheltenham, GL52 6BE Children's display from 5.45pm, main display from 7.30pm. Music, food, bar, stalls and more. Admission £7.00 on the gate (accompanied children free). Proceeds to Cobalt Health, Fairview Schools and the Cheltenham Cricket Club. Churchdown Firework Display Friday 3rd Nov, Churchdown Park, Parton Road, Churchdown, GL3 2JH
The annual fireworks display and funfair is back! Gates and the funfair will open at 5.30pm with the main display starting at 7.15pm. From Catherine Wheels to Rockets, Parton Road will be ablaze with colour for the night. Advance tickets are £4.00 adults, £3.00 children (4 - 16) and family tickets £12.00 (2 adults and 2 children). On the gate, the tickets will be £5.00 adults, £3.00 children (4 - 16) and family tickets £15.00 (2 adults and 2 children). Birdlip School Firework Display Friday 3rd November, from 6.00pm, Birdlip Primary School, Birdlip, GL4 8JH A firework display and bonfire with the proceeds going to Birdlip School. There will be cakes, sweets and drinks available along with free parking. Gates open at 6.00pm, the bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and fireworks at 7.00pm. Tickets are priced at adults £5.00, children £2.00, family tickets £12.00 and under 4's free.
drink. All proceeds will be donated to local charitable causes. Tickets cost £7.00, £5.00 for children on the door. St Edward's Preparatory School Bonfire & Fireworks Display Saturday 4th November, from 5.30pm, St Edwards School, London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL52 6NR Bonfire, hot dogs, stalls, rides for small children. Display starts at 7.00pm. Tickets £5 on the gate. Tewkesbury Bonfire & Fireworks Display Saturday 4th November, Gates open at 6.15pm, bonfire is lit at 6.30pm, fireworks start at 7.00pm, Vineyards Playing Fields, behind Tewkesbury Abbey Donations welcome. CACSSA Firework Display Sunday 5th November, from 5.30pm, Civil Service Sports Association, Tewkesbury Road, Uckington, Cheltenham, GL51 9SL Fireworks (at 6.30pm), bar, burgers and fairground rides. In aid of the Civil Service Sports Association. Free parking at Sainsbury's Gallagher Retail Park. Tickets £6.00 on the gate, under 16's £3.00. Winchcombe Folk Night Tuesday 7th November, 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. Paish Tooth Charity Quiz Night Wednesday 8th November, 6.30pm - 9.30pm, Manor by the Lake, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, GL51 6PN Paish Tooth Accountants & Tax Advisors invite you to a night of quizzical fun in support of their 2017 charity of the year, Cheltenham Animal Shelter. Bring a table of friends, family or colleagues and put your wits against the question master and other teams (there will be prizes for the winners).
Firework Display at Cheltenham Racecourse Saturday 4th November, from 5.00pm, Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH RNLI AGM & Interest Evening One of the biggest displays in the Thursday 9th November, 7.30pm meet region – display starts at 7.00pm. for 8.00pm start, Civil Service Social Fireworks, local radio, Midland Air Club, Tewkesbury Road, Cheltenham Ambulance, Marshall and Skye from Speaker for the evening: Martin Bowmer, Paw Patrol, fun fair and food and Coxwain of Barry Dock Lifeboat. Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers
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Youth at Heart Charity Quiz Night
Friday 10th November, 8.00pm, Sup & Chow, 242 Bath Road, Cheltenham A fun evening with the added benefit of helping Youth at Heart who support young people with con-genital heart disease. £5.00 per person (max of 6 people per team). All welcome. For more infor-mation please email linstanley03@hotmail.com.
Pre-Christmas Fayre Saturday 11th November, 10.00am - 12 noon, Bishop’s Cleeve Methodist Church, Bishops Close, off Tobyfield Road, GL52 8NT Refreshments, gifts, Traidcraft, cakes, tombola and raffle. All welcome. Cheltenham Gin Festival
Saturday 11th Nov midday - 11.00pm, Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA Prepare to have your taste buds tantalised by over 120 different gins from around the world. There will be trade stands, talks and presentations from some of the finest Gin producers, cocktail demos, live en-tertainment, plus so much more. Over 18’s only. Tickets £13.50 from www.ginfestivalsuk.com.
Leckhampton Burley Fields Firework Display Saturday 11th November, from 5.30pm, Burley Fields, Crippets Lane, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL51 4XT
Bonfire, fireworks (kids show at 7.00pm, main show at 8.30pm), disco, small fun fair, bar, pig roast, burgers, chips and refreshments. Don't bring any alcohol, firework or sparklers. Adults & children £5.00 (in advance from Burley Fields Lake Farm Shop, Le Paris Cafe (Warden Hill) & Bargain Booze, Bath Road); £7 on the night. Folk at the Cote Saturday 11th November, 7.30pm, Woodmancote Village Hall Folk at the Cote are hosting a Megson Concert. Tickets can be bought online at www.wegottickets.com/smedsongs or can be purchased from Simon
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...events cont'd Medhurst (Mob: 0797 007 8220 or smed@smedsongs.com). Bishop's Cleeve Craft Fair Sun 12th Nov, 10.00am - 2.00pm, 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. The November Meeting Fri 17th, Sat 18th and Sun 19th November, Cheltenham Race Course, GL50 4SH The November meeting provides 3 days of adrenalin-packed action to enjoy. To buy tickets visit www. cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk. A Little Night Music Friday 17th/Saturday 18th November and Wednesday 22nd - Saturday 25th November, Evenings: 7.30pm and Matinee performance (on Saturday 18th Nov): 2.00pm, Cheltenham Playhouse Theatre, 47-53 Bath Rd, Cheltenham, GL53 7HG The Cotswold Savoyards present Stephen Sondheim’s ‘A Little Night Music’ (Caution: Adult Content!). An amateur production presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York. Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick; suggested by a film by Ingmar Bergman. Originally produced and directed on Broadway by Harold Prince; music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim; book by Hugh Wheeler. Tickets: £15, available from www.cheltplayhouse.org.uk or call the box office on 01242 522852. 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 17th November: Peggy Seeger and Family. 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). Christmas Lights Switch On Saturday 18th Nov, Bishop's Cleeve The afternoon will start with fairground Page 38
rides and stalls in the Community Centre. Father Christmas's Grotto will be open in Badham's Pharmacy from 2.30pm (until 4.45pm). At 5.00pm, Father Christmas will switch on the Christmas lights near the library. There will also be a choir and Tewkesbury Band will entertain visitors in the village garden in Church Road. The event is organised by Bishop's Cleeve Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Parish Council. The money raised by this year's Street Fair is being used to improve and erect the lights in Church Road. The Parish Council have donated £2,000 this year and are also spending up to £2,000 on lights around the village garden. Choral Evensong Saturday 18th Nov, 6.15pm, Cheltenham College Chapel Cleeve Chorale are singing Choral Evensong. The service begins at 6.15pm and music will include Elgar's Give Unto The Lord and Stanford's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis. There will be a retiring collection. The Cheltenham Fryer Fish & Chip Special Saturday 18th Nov, 7.00pm, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Join us for a leisurely ride through the Cotswold countryside whilst you are served a large portion of fish and chips on board of the train. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com. Remembrance Concert Saturday 18th November, 7.30pm, York Barn, Tredington, Tewkesbury, GL20 7BP In honour of Harry Robertson and in aid of The Poppy Appeal. Poetry, Prose, Music & Song. Tickets: £8 (includes a glass of wine); available from M&Co, Bookworm, The RBL Club in Tewkesbury, and Roger & Paddy Grimshaw: 01684 294053. Royal Albert Hall Performances Sunday 19th November 2017 & Friday 30th March 2018 (Good Friday) By coach from Bishop's Cleeve. 19th November, Matinee Performance: Classical Spectacular: Ravel - Bolero, Elgar - Nimrod, Orff - O Fortuna, Strauss - Blue Danube Waltz, Rossini - William Tell Overture, Verdi - Grand March from Aida and much more! Do join us! For details or to book, please call 01386 832095.
30th March '18: The MESSIAH. Bookings now being taken, call 01386 832095. Tewkesbury Festival of Lights Sunday 19th November, from noon Annual high street market and switching on of Christmas lights. Christmas Sparkle Thursday 23rd November, Malmaison, Bayshill Rd, Cheltenham, GL50 3AS Join us for an afternoon of fashion, beauty advice and festive stalls whilst enjoying a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. This event is kindly supported by Malmaison and we are excited that Bodega, Law & Company, Lisa von Hallwyl, Imadjin, Georgina Bywater and many others will be joining us at this event. Be Christmas ready in one afternoon! Tickets: £5.00. Please contact the LINC Office for further details on 0300 422 4422. www.lincfund.org Dick Whittington and his Cat Friday 24th November - 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. Ed Bryne - Spoiler Alert Thursday 30th November, 8.00pm, Cheltenham Town Hall Ed returns to the road this year after a total sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run with his biggest ever tour to date and his brand new show called Spoiler Alert. In the show, Ed explores the thin line between righteous complaining and brat-like whining and asks, ‘are we right to be fed up, or are we spoiled?’ Come and watch as Byrne takes this question, turns it upside down and shakes it until the funny falls out. Go on, spoil yourself. Tickets £26.00, available from the box office – 0844 576 2210 or www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk.
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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 December, 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. The Joy of Christmas Saturday 2nd December, 7.30pm, Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA
Light Up a Life Sunday 3rd December, 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 Winchcombe Christmas Festival Tuesday 5th December, 5.00pm - 8.00pm, Winchcombe 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. 999 Emergency Services Carol Service Thursday 7th December, 7.30pm, Cheltenham College Chapel, Bath Road 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
A fabulous display of trees – the artistic, the ingenious, the thoughtprovoking 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 Experience the night time magic of Sudeley through a beautiful new illuminated trail. A wonderful ex-perience 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.
Emmanuel Festival of A festive treat of seasonal music Decorated Christmas Trees and readings from school and Friday 8th - Sunday 10th Dec, adult choirs, with BBC presenter Emmanuel Church, Fairfield Parade, Vernon Harwood and conductor Ian Cheltenham, GL53 7PJ Higginson, the English Concertante Orchestra (George Ewart) featuring: Jubilate Chamber Choir, University Of Gloucestershire & Community Choir , Charlton Kings, St Edward’s, Richard Evening Christmas Carols by Steam Train Pate’s and Airthrie school choirs. Saturday 9th December, 7.00pm, Sponsored by St Edward’s School. Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Tickets £14.00. For more information Railway, The Railway Station, and tickets, contact the box office on 0844 576 2210 or visit events cont'd... www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk. Please mention Cheltenham Magazine when responding to advertisers Page 39
...events cont'd 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, 10.00am - 2.00pm, 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. Tapestry of Christmas Music Tuesday 12th December, 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. Gloucestershire Young Farmers Glitter Ball Friday 15th Dec, 9.00pm - 1.00am, Cheltenham Town Hall, GL50 1QA
The biggest young farmers party of the year! With tickets at just £25.00 for members and £30.00 for nonmembers, 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 Christmas Cracker Friday 29th & Saturday 30th December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Mixed traffic event. For more Page 40
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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES 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 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 Road, Cheltenham, GL51 8PX We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer 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/localsupport-groups/regions/cheltenhamand-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. Cleeve Chorale will be holding their Christmas Concert on Saturday 2nd December at St. Michael's Church, Bishop's Cleeve at 7.30pm. We 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.
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. 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 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 Thursday 23rd November Saturday 16th December, 10.00am - 6.00pm, The Promenade, Cheltenham Delicious seasonal food and stalls selling a wide selection of festive crafts and gifts. 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
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and the Cotswolds. Churchdown Craft & Produce Market Saturday 25th November, 10.00am - 12.00pm, St John’s Church, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2DB Over 20 quality handmade craft and produce stalls. Refreshments available. Free Admission.
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 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: 3rd November – The Ox 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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Hobbies Bottoms Up! Let’s Toast This Terrific Tasting Hobby By Kate McLelland Wine tasting is the practice of using the senses of touch, sight and smell to evaluate different wines. It is believed that the first wines were produced in Mesopotamia - an ancient region that included present day Iraq and Kuwait together with parts of Syria and Turkey - between 4,000 and 3,000 BC. By the time of the Roman Empire, the production of wine had spread throughout the Mediterranean, even as far as the British Isles. However it was not until the 14th century that more formalised ways of sampling and evaluating wines began to emerge.
combination of grapes - used, while “bouquet” refers to the scent created as the wine matures.
The four sTages of wine TasTing The first phase in the four recognised stages of winetasting is appearance. The liquid is examined to see how well it reflects or refracts light, whether it is cloudy or clear, and how much the process of oxidisation over time might have affected its colour.
The final part of the process is to consider the impression left on your tongue when you have either swallowed or used a spittoon to clear the wine from your palate. At this stage you’ll be able to tell a well-made wine by its crisp, clean finish: poor quality wines often leave a watery and insubstantial aftertaste. The best quality wines leave a “long finish”: that’s a flavour that remains in the mouth after the wine has gone.
The wine’s smell (also known as its “nose”) is then judged. Tasters must attempt to describe the perfume it gives off, as determined by its “aromas” and “bouquets”. “Aroma” refers to the smell of the specific grape - or Page 44
To judge the taste, swirl the wine around your mouth so your taste buds can do their work. As well as teasing out the specific flavours of the wine, you’ll be considering the amount of sweetness and/or tartness you find. You might also want to judge the amount of astringency (bitterness caused by the tannin in grape skins) you can detect. Overall, you’ll be looking for “balance” in the wine, deciding whether all its components are in harmony.
how do i sTarT? If you’re not sure how to kick off your wine-tasting hobby, an online search will lead you to
a number of excellent courses, taking place nationwide. On the jobs and training website run by the Reed Group you’ll find a short online course costing £97 (visit the Hospitality and Catering section at reed. co.uk for details), alternatively the well-known TV wine connoisseur Jilly Goolden runs wine-tasting afternoons under the title “The Wine Room” at £125 per person, taking place in the Ashdown Forest, East Sussex (telephone 01342 822251 or email wineroom@ jillygoolden.com). As you develop confidence you’ll be able to explore some of the 400 or more commercial vineyards that operate in the UK. Visit England (visitengland. com) has a list of vineyards, many of which are open to the public, offering luxury on-site accommodation in B&Bs and self-catering accommodation so you can relax and make the most of your wine-tasting experience. Whether you’re planning to become the next Jilly Goolden or you’re simply someone who loves to explore the subtleties and complexities of wine, you are certain to find a course or vineyard experience to suit. Bottoms up!
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