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Cake & Bake Perfect Pancakes Whip up a classic pancake batter to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. Simply serve the traditional way with sugar and lemon juice or try one of our extra special sweet or savoury serving ideas. Makes 8 - Ready in 30 minutes plus standing time Ingredients: • 100g plain flour • Pinch of salt • 1 large egg

• 300ml milk (or milk and water mixed) • Sunflower oil or unsalted butter, for frying 1. Sift the flour into a large bowl, add the salt and make a well in the centre. Add the egg and beat with a balloon whisk, gradually drawing in some of the flour. 2. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking all the time and drawing in the rest of the flour, until you have a smooth batter which is about the consistency of single cream. 3. Stand the batter for about 30 minutes to allow the starch grains in the flour to soften and expand –this will give a lighter pancake. If the batter has thickened slightly then just whisk in a splash of milk. 4. Heat a little sunflower oil or a knob of butter in a non-stick shallow frying pan (about 20cm diameter)until almost smoking then quickly ladle in enough of the batter to thinly cover the base of the pan, swirling the pan to give an even layer. 5. Cook for 1-2 minutes until small air bubbles appear in the pancake then flip it over and cook for a further minute until golden. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, serving the pancakes as they are cooked or interleaving with baking paper and keeping warm in a low oven. Page 6

SWEET Choc ‘n’ nuts – spread warmed pancakes with chocolate and hazelnut spread then fold into quarters. Drizzle with warmed chocolate sauce and serve with toasted hazelnuts. Orange cream – heat 4tbsp thin-shred marmalade with 150ml orange juice in a frying pan and simmer for a few minutes until syrupy. Fold the pancakes and add to the pan, turning to coat in the syrup. Serve topped with whipped cream or crème fraiche. SAVOURY Cheese and bacon melts – add 2tsp dried Italian herbs to the pancake batter. Fill each cooked pancake with some grated Cheddar and 2 rashers crisply fried smoked bacon rashers. Fold over and pop in a hot oven for 10 minutes until the cheese has melted. Tuna parcels – place a spoonful of canned flaked tuna fish in the centre of each cooked pancake and top with some canned sweetcorn and chopped spring onion. Fold the pancakes to make parcels and enclose the filling. Serve with sweet chilli sauce.

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THE INTERNAL CAUSES OF DISEASE

Do you ever wonder why you developed frequent ‘migraines’ in your forties when previously you hardly ever suffered from headaches? Or, why in your thirties you start having ‘asthma’ attacks for the first time? For over 2000 years Chinese medicine has understood that some physical health problems originate from emotional causes.

cause poor digestive health in a patient. It is not uncommon when taking a new patient’s case history to reveal that their asthma symptoms which developed in their fifties are as a result of the sudden, unexpected death of a loved one ten years earlier. At the time of loss they didn’t express their grief but kept it bottled inside. Unexpressed emotions don’t vanish into the ether they sit inside us and can become a cause of physical illness. In summary, not all bodily health problems start at the physical level. The root cause of some issues can be traced back to a pent-up, unresolved feeling that has been inside someone for as little as twelve months to as long a period as forty/fifty years or more. In my experience acupuncturists not infrequently diagnose one of the Seven Internal Causes of Disease as the root cause of their patients’ poor health.

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Hidden Gems We usually focus on new releases for our book reviews, but this time we’ve scoured the back catalogues for a few gems you might have missed. Station Eleven – Emily St. John Mandel From Kirsten – child actor turned travelling thespian – to aspiring doctor Jeevan, the novel tells the individual stories of several people before, during and after a pandemic that wipes out most of the population. Gripping, beautiful and all too plausible, Station Eleven is a must for fans of Margaret Atwood, Erin Morgenstern and Suzanne Collins. Harry Potter series – JK Rowling, illustrated by Jim Kay There can’t be many people who haven’t heard of the boy wizard by now. If you’re a fan, you might want to consider upgrading your paperbacks for the hardbacks illustrated by Jim Kay. One is being released each year, starting with The Philosopher’s Stone in 2015, so the first three are currently available to buy. Kay’s illustrations are superb and incredibly detailed. Prefer e-readers? Check out the Kindle in Motion editions, which animate parts of the illustrations, so you can watch Harry fly through the air in hot pursuit of the golden snitch while you’re reading. Page 12

The Mysterious Affair at Cuckoo Song – Frances Hardinge Cuckoo Song was first published in 2014, the year before Frances Hardinge’s Costa Award-winning novel The Lie Tree. Eleven year old Triss wakes up from an accident to find things aren’t as they were. She can’t satisfy her immense hunger for a start; her sister is terrified of her; and even her dolls have turned against her. Is she going mad, or is the truth even more terrifying? A thoroughly enjoyable, fantastical read, Cuckoo Song is sure to prove a hit with fans of Neil Gaiman and Angela Carter. The Crow Road – Iain Banks The Crow Road covers some pretty big themes – love, death, religion, drugs and fractured families being just a few of them. Prentice McHoan returns home for his grandmother’s funeral and soon gets drawn into trying to solve the mystery of his Uncle Rory’s disappearance. It’s a dark, intense novel and far from an easy read, but the wit and sheer beauty of the writing could well make it one of your all-time favourites.

Why Mummy Drinks – Gill Sims Gill Sims is the author of a hugely successful Facebook blog – Peter and Jane’s Mummy. Why Mummy Drinks was released last autumn and quickly became a bestseller. Written in diary format, it tells the story of Ellen, a 39 year old mum of two, who’s trying to balance work and children, while navigating playground politics, irritating in-laws and an ex-boyfriend. The ensuing drama is extremely funny and very relatable if you’re a parent who isn’t quite ready to hang up her dancing shoes. Styles – Agatha Christie If last year’s hit film Murder on the Orient Express has tempted you to dip into the works of Agatha Christie, why not start with her very first novel? Published in 1920 and set during World War I, it introduces readers to the brilliant mind of Belgian refugee Hercule Poirot. The murder of a woman has everyone pointing the finger at one man. It’s down to Poirot to find out the real culprit before it’s too late. While The Mysterious Affair at Styles is not considered Christie’s finest work, there are still plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked.

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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school serving Newent, surrounding villages and, because of good transport links, Gloucester City, the Forest of Dean and Herefordshire. The School operates dedicated bus services for students living in the Gloucester City and Forest of Dean areas. We are a high-achieving school at the very heart of our community. We have a strong tradition of academic success within a positive and caring learning environment based on mutual trust and respect. We have a vibrant and highly successful Sixth Form offering a wide range of courses on which students make excellent progress. We achieved a 98% pass rate A-Level in 2017. It is particularly encouraging that we have seen an increase of 5% points in our A*-C pass rate. Sixth Form students will shortly be able to benefit from our exciting new Sixth Form building which is currently under construction. All staff are firmly committed to ensuring that every

Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre CPR with the British Heart Foundation Students at Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre are learning to be life-savers thanks to a new initiative by the school in cooperation with the British Heart Foundation. Following a successful bid for equipment and support from the charity, all Year 7 and 8 students will be trained in CPR, taught how to put someone into the 'recovery position' and shown how to use a defibrillator. On Tuesday 16th of January, 290 11- to 13-year-olds gathered at the Watery Lane School to be taught and enthusiastically practise the vital first aid skills which could enable them to save the life of a member of their community. Principal Alan Johnson said: "We believe we are unique in educating all of our students from ages 11 to 18 with these life-saving skills. In addition to acquiring the academic qualifications to secure their best future, we are determined our students should learn life skills enabling them to truly contribute to their community. This new training means all our students, whatever their age, could now save the life of someone experiencing a cardiac arrest." Students in Year 9 and above already get CPR training during the school's First Aid Awareness sessions (part of the Personal Social Health in Education programme). Page 14

student achieves their full potential. We strive to develop confident, well informed and caring young adults who have self-belief and fully participate in their local, national and international communities. Newent Community School is recognised by Ofsted as a ‘good’ school, achieving above average results and with relationships between staff and students described as ‘excellent’. For further information on Newent School call 01531 820550, email admin@newent.gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

All new students entering the school every year will continue to receive this training from now on. School Medical and Student Welfare Officer Lisa Jevons, who led the session together with Sarah Standing from the BHF, said: "We passionately believe that every student at Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre should be instilled with the confidence and capability to take effective action if they witness a cardiac arrest. Every year 30,000 people in the UK have a sudden cardiac arrest and only one in 10 survive when this occurs outside a hospital setting. All our students, even the very youngest, now have the ability to be a life-saver." Thanks to a successful bid to the British Heart Foundation, the school has been provided with training equipment worth more than £1,000, enabling 35 pupils at a time to be trained. Callum Bace, 12, said: “It was interesting and fun. If anyone in my family was ever in need, I’d now know how to check if they were conscious and breathing.” Josh Ellis, 12, added: “I think it’s a really good idea. If I was anywhere in public and someone had a cardiac arrest, I’d know what to do and be able to do it properly. It could be useful in future life.” Newent Community School is recognised by the Government as a Healthy School, having achieved the Healthy Living and Learning Award. The school recently became the first in the county to achieve the Gloucestershire Healthy Living and Learning Mental Health Champions Award. For further information on Newent School call 01531 820550, email admin@newent.gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

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Just a drop We love February. From the wonderful colours and the first signs of spring snowdrops to the scent of romance and Valentine’s Day popping up right in the middle of the month. Although usually the coldest time of the year, it can provide an exciting opportunity to begin those jobs ready for the start of the new gardening season. The spring bulbs are starting to show and there are new buds on shrubs and trees, with some shrubs even beginning to flower, providing a taste of things to come when the garden really starts to wake up after the winter. February also sees the first of the warmer weather so you can spend time improving the soil for growing your own fruit and vegetables. The natural period of dormancy is coming to an end so this is an ideal time for taking action on many plants that have been allowed to get out of hand. If you did not do so during autumn, cut back any dead growth on perennials to allow new growth to develop.

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My purpose in life is to create landscape magic, to share that passion for beautiful gardens with as many people as possible, to have fun and to achieve success. The business involves garden care & conservancy for clients in many different situations - from busy professionals to elderly people. I am a sole trader, and have been working for myself for 24 years. I cover the Forest of Dean area, Gloucestershire, Monmouth & Ross-on-Wye. I am also a professional speaker who talks to small groups and clubs.

Small or large areas • Practical garden ideas & help • Design consultation • Planning advice • Planting & plant care • Pruning and maintenance The right garden has a beneficial effect, is an oasis of calm and a home in the natural world to make you feel good.

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Do not use soil where the ground is frozen or waterlogged. Need an idea for the new gardening season? ‘Story of the year’ – keep a notebook or journal and start recording your seed and plant orders. Keep track of the jobs you do (include pictures), collect plant tags and seed packets. You can add to it as and when! Tip - bring the magic of snowdrops inside by picking a few to display in a vase with small-leaved evergreens. A clear, clean jam jar makes a good vase.

If you need help with or advice on your garden, call me on 01594 541118 or 07767 690009. For more information visit www.thegardenlady.me.uk. - Catherine Williams, The Garden Lady Page 16

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Time to Get Pruning by Pippa Greenwood

At this time of year the weather is often perfect for pruning and cutting back woody plants, so take advantage of the fact that deciduous trees, shrubs, hedges and climbers are now devoid of leaves and get stuck in. Here’s how to make sure your pruning will really benefit your plants: • For a small hedge or to roughly reshape a shrub, a good, sharp pair of well-oiled shears should do the job. Angle the blades to make a level trimmed surface. To make a neat and level surface when cutting the top of a hedge, use a taut string as a guide line. For large hedges consider using a powered hedge cutter or hedge trimmer, but make sure you can use it safely! • When removing stems at various heights and of varying thicknesses, use ‘loppers’, which are much better at cutting through relatively thick stems than shears or secateurs and yet also allow for accurate positioning of the cut. When cutting back branches above your head, wear protective headgear and goggles. • Secateurs are used for the most precise pruning of smaller woody stems. Page 18

Provided they are good and sharp, you can make a perfectly clean and accurate cut. Always cut to an outwardfacing bud (so that the new growth produced from that bud grows outwards). Secateurs are good for removing dead and dying stems as well as for formative pruning (where you are helping to ensure the plant grows in the direction you want it to), and for pruning to encourage flowering. • To remove larger tree branches or if you have fruit trees to prune, then a pruning saw is the perfect tool. Use a sawing action for best results and make the cut a few millimetres from the main stem to which the branch you are removing is joined. A cut like this will heal quickly and the wound will be smaller and less prone to fungal rotting. • Check the best pruning time for the plants you have in mind. Although most hedges and many shrubs can be cut back now, there are exceptions. • Some trees - mainly those in the Prunus family such as cherries, plums, apricots, damsons, peaches and nectarines - are very prone to a potentially fatal fungal

infection known as ‘silver leaf’. To reduce the likelihood of this, prune these trees in the summer unless there is no alternative. • Pruning tools should be really sharp; if blunt, the job will need more effort and may result in damage to the plant from a jagged cut or crushed stems. • Create sloping cuts whenever you can so that rain and moisture runs off (wetness encourages wood rotting), and cut close to but not on top of a bud to allow new growth without dieback - you will need to use secateurs, loppers or a saw to do this. • Stand back from time to time when pruning to check the overall appearance of the plant and judge which part to tackle next, as close up it is harder to see how your pruning is affecting the overall shape of the plant. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening things: ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ (where you receive your chosen garden-ready vegetable plants in the spring accompanied by weekly advice and tips from Pippa) plus Nemaslug, biocontrols, gardening tools, raised bed kits, Grower Frames, signed books and more!

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ROTARY MEETINGS Club meetings are held at the picturesque Three Choirs Vineyard Restaurant most Tuesday evenings. We meet at 6.45pm for a 7.00pm dinner, please see our website for current details. You are most welcome to join us at any of our Club meetings, please contact our Secretary using the details below.

'THANK YOU' FROM SANTA Santa was delighted to meet lots of local children in December. Despite the adverse weather conditions, he did eventually manage to visit most of the streets in Newent and Highnam, together with his friends from Newent Rotary. So thank you to all the lovely children who came out to greet Santa on his sleigh, and to those who so generously supported our charity fundraising effort.

We managed to raise a staggering amount of £1,750 (a new record!) so thank you! Every penny will go to deserving charities for young and old.

OUR NEXT BIG CHARITY EVENT IS A ‘FROG RACING’ EVENING! This takes place on Friday 2nd March in the Gambier Parry Hall, Highnam, with doors opening at 7.00pm and the first race starting at 7.30pm prompt! Tickets are just £10 per person, to include a hot supper. Please bring your own bar supplies. There are six races and a ‘Gold Cup’ final. Frogs and jockeys will be auctioned off before each race and you can have some excitement with our course for bookmakers and our local 'celebrity MC'! Why not start the weekend off with a good night out? Bring along a few friends or make up a table of six. (P.S. They are not real frogs!)

Cancer Research. This is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men, with over 40,000 men being diagnosed every year in the UK. Unfortunately, men over 50 have a 1 in 8 chance of developing prostate cancer, which is caused by random genetic changes. It seems as men get older, they are more likely to develop the disease. Please help us to assist Prostate Cancer Research in their efforts to increase survival rates by furthering research, and to achieve their goal ‘towards a future without prostate cancer’ – thank you. Tickets can be obtained by contacting Rotary Secretary Paddy Roche on 01452 413442, or by e-mailing rochehighnam@ btinternet.com, or indeed any Newent Rotarian.

ROTARY MEMBERSHIP If you would like further information or would be interested in joining us, then please contact our Newent Club Secretary (detail as above).

All proceeds from our ‘Frog Racing’ event will be donated to Prostate

Love is in the air at Labels such events on the theme of Fabric Heart Garlands – perfect for Valentine’s Day.” Fabric Heart Garlands are the theme of this month's craft workshops at Labels. “Handmade decorations are made with love and often become family heirlooms,” says Emma Robert of Ruby Florence Designs. “They come out every year and always bring with them the stories of which family member made them, when they were made and why.” “This probably explains why record numbers have been attending my monthly craft workshops at Labels Shopping, Ross-on-Wye. So much so that in February, I’ll be holding three Page 20

The Fabric Heart Garland Craft Workshops at Labels in February will be taking place on Thursday 1st, Saturday 10th and Tuesday 13th. Places are limited so it’s essential that you book your place in advance. “All of the materials required will be provided so all you need to bring along is you,” said Emma. “Everyone will be able to take away their own handmade creation and have the skills to make many more at home for family and friends.” The latest news and updates about the upcoming workshops are available on the Labels’ website:

Emma Roberts with one of her craft workshop groups at Labels Shopping. www.labelsshopping.co.uk/events You can book a place by phone or email: Tel: 01989 769000 E-mail: welcome@labelsshopping. co.uk Labels Shopping is located at Ross Park, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye. Open 7 days a week with lots of free parking.

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Home & Interiors Fabulous Fireplaces

By Katherine Sorrell

It’s time to put another log on the fire, get cosy and snuggle up until winter is over. Our ideas will help ensure your fireplace looks as good as it makes you feel.

Improve your fIresIde décor

• The fireplace wall is often the focal point of the room, and can look amazing when treated as a feature wall, using either striking wallpaper or a paint colour that contrasts with, yet also complements, the colours used in the rest of the room. • Fireplace accessories can be quite distinctive and are usually on display, so choose pieces, whether contemporary or traditional, that co-ordinate both with your room as a whole and with each other. • Above the fireplace, add either a work of art or a mirror that is proportionate to the space. A mirror is very useful for reflecting light around the room, but don’t feel it has to be a traditional overmantel – something more contemporary may fit better with your style. • Think about what is displayed on your mantelpiece. Photographs, candles, small ornaments and vases of flowers, collections… anything goes provided it fits. A formal, symmetrical arrangement is easy to achieve and suits a traditional room, or else something more freeform can be eye-catching and intriguing. • Not using your fireplace? It can still be a great feature. Stack logs within it, prop up a framed picture, display a large ornament such as a shell, a piece of coral or antlers, set up a group of candles, or simply use the space for a display of flowers in a simple vase.

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Refresh your fireplace, and the wall around it, with carefully chosen wallpaper or a fresh coat of paint. Walls: Dimpse No.277 Estate Emulsion, £43.50 for 2.5l; woodwork: Wevet No.273 Estate Eggshell, £24 for 750ml; fireplace: Mole’s Breath No.276 Estate Eggshell, £24 for 750ml; all Farrow & Ball. Perfect for kindling or newspapers, this hand-made leather bucket is made in a family co-operative in Rajasthan using natural dyes. It costs £89.95 from Decorator’s Notebook. Every ‘real’ fire needs a tool set. In wrought iron with an antiqued finish, this trio of poker, fork and grabbers will help you get the flames going on a chilly evening. Fireside tool set, £44.50, Garden Trading. If a rustic log basket isn’t your look, consider a minimal metal holder instead. Lodge round log carrier in steel, £57, Garden Trading.

Sturdy yet easily portable, this Scandinavian-designed fire screen is both smart and practical. Garden Trading Jutland fire screen in steel, £75, Black By Design. A reindeer hide is just the thing for throwing down in front of the fire. This extra-large one is a natural by-product of the meat industries in Finland and Norway, and costs £170 from The French Bedroom Company.

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Singing for the Brain ® Groups Forest of Dean Singing for the Brain Held on the first and third Monday of the month, 11am till 12.30pm at Forest of Dean Drop In The Main Place, Old Station Way, Coleford, GL16 8RH After your singing session you are welcome to come to the Drop In for Tea or Coffee. The Drop In is situated on the ground floor in the same building opposite the Library.

If you would like to participate in any of the groups listed please contact Jane or Rachel on 01452 525222 or the Drop In 01594 834436

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I had this dream… This heart-warming little story is accompanied by fun, colourful illustrations which are bound to catch any child’s (or adult’s!) eye. Kenneth supplied the story and an illustrator brought his words to life.

Kenneth Radford, a retired maths teacher in his mid-sixties, who lives in the Forest of Dean, recently decided to set himself a challenge and to try his luck as a children’s book author. Kenneth has been a teacher all his working life, both in the UK and in Hong Kong, and has a wife, two daughters and four grandchildren who he loves to spend time with. Thanks to his career in teaching and his role as a father and grandfather, it is safe to say that Kenneth knows how to talk to children and catch their imagination. It was with his grandchildren in mind that one day, when he accompanied one of them to the dentist, he came up with the story of “Dulk*”, a grandfatherlike character who lives together with his cat Sulk. Dulk is a passionate gardener who, through the power of dreams, finds a way to communicate with the plants in his garden. His venture into the land of dreams teaches Dulk a valid life lesson which has a big impact not only on his own life but also on those of the vegetables he grows.

“I must say I am thrilled with the coverage of my charity event in your magazines. I already had a response from people wanting tickets. Thank you so very much!”

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After some initial difficulties in publishing the story, Kenneth decided not to admit defeat and eventually found the perfect publisher in AuthorHouse UK. They work closely with the American book market, a prospect which Kenneth is very excited about as it will see his book travel to book fairs around the globe. The book subtly touches on more profound topics such as the power of dreams, the importance of having a positive attitude, the power of smiling (something Kenneth picked up on when he lived in Hong Kong) as well as the importance of growing food. The best part? The story doesn’t stop there! Kenneth is already working on parts two and three, drawing inspiration (amongst others) from his passion for maths. Watch this space! Kenneth had never planned on being an author but once he conceived the idea of Dulk, he began wondering – ‘what if?’ and ‘why not?’ which eventually led to “Dulk – I Had This Dream” being published in November 2017. Kenneth is battling with cancer but has managed to maintain his positive attitude and outlook on life which is always accompanied by an infectious smile. He is determined to live life to the fullest, try out new things and take on new projects. In doing so, Kenneth

hopes to encourage and inspire other people, who may be in a similar situation to him, to do the same. If you would like to obtain a copy of the book, then please get in touch with Kenneth on 07580 050749. Copies are also available online at www.authorhouse.co.uk and on Amazon Books.

Help Kenneth get the word out about his book Kenneth would be happy to supply local libraries and schools with a copy of his book. If this is of interest to you, please get in touch with him on 07580 050749. Kenneth is also available for interviews so if you wish to meet Dulk’s creator and find more about the book and the man behind it, then please give him a call to arrange a meeting. - Written by Anne Golldack *Why “Dulk” you may wonder – according to Kenneth he just really liked the sound and uniqueness of the name. It is certainly one that people won’t easily forget.

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Nicknames 1. On which TV show might you come across people nicknamed the Beast, the Governess, the Dark Destroyer, the Sinnerman and the Vixen? 2. Taken from the small red flower he would draw on his messages, what is the nickname of the literary character of Sir Percy Blakeney? 3. In January 2009, it was revealed that Prince Charles referred to an Asian member of his polo club by what nickname - a nickname that a number of people deemed to be racist? 4. Qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 2006, which national football team are nicknamed the Soca Warriors? 5. Completed in 2003, the London skyscraper called 30 St Mary Axe is commonly known by what food-related nickname? 6. Which 1997 film has a two-word title that is a nickname for the US government agency called the Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System? 7. Which snooker player is nicknamed 00-147? 8. Gripper, Gonch and Zammo were all nicknames of characters in which BBC TV series? 9. In which district of London would you find Aorangi Terrace, a grassed banked area that has been known by a number of different nicknames in recent years? 10. Which blues musician was born McKinley Morganfield in 1913, but took his stage name from a childhood nickname he got given due his habit of playing in a local creek? Page 30

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Auction Anecdote I am going to start this month’s anecdote by wishing you all a Happy NewYear and hoping that some of you have made some excellent NewYear’s Resolutions including trying to visit ‘that interesting little Auction Rooms in Newent’! Joking aside, I am hoping that we will continue to see an increase in private buyers over the course of this year since (as you probably know) I am passionate about trying to persuade people that auctions are a great place to purchase a huge range of items from jewellery to dinner services, from furniture, pictures and beautiful ornaments to useful essentials. I recently visited a house in Ross-on-Wye where the owner both wanted to raise some cash and dispose of a few surplus items around her home. After having a quick look through her jewellery which she was rather sad to part with I suddenly spied a very beautiful Royal Worcester pot pourri vase on a side table. ‘Of course, if you sold this’ I exclaimed then that would settle the whole dilemma as it would easily cover the figure required.The vendor was quite happy to dispose of the vase and I was more than delighted to be able to offer such a fine quality example in my salesroom. The large and glamorous looking pot pourri vase was painted peaches and grapes by the well-known Worcester artist John Freeman, who was one of the best and most senior of the Worcester fruit painters. After painting, the vase and cover would have been gilded in 22-carat gold by a skilled gilder and then burnished to give a final lustre to one of the most impressive and rich looking items of porcelain available on the market.The final plus point for me was that the whole piece was in fantastic condition without any chips, scratches or even general wear and tear. With the owner’s agreement, we gave it a sensible pre-sale estimate of £1,800/£2,500, thereby allowing potential bidders plenty of leeway and encouragement to ‘get them going’.A high reserve and estimate can often put potential buyers off as they like to feel they are bidding against other buyers up to a market price - rather than being forced to bid up to a high reserve set by the vendor.Also, once a buyer has become interested and started bidding they are more likely to continue on to try and complete the purchase. Royal Worcester fruit painted porcelain is always very sought after and an impressive example like this in good condition was bound to be very popular, especially just before Christmas. There were a number of online and telephone enquiries prior to the sale and two telephone lines were booked. On sale day, it finally sold to one of the telephone bidders for a very successful final price of £3,300 plus buyer’s premium of 20%. Smiths next sale is on the 2nd March and includes a full range of antiques and collectables as well as a special section for medals and militaria. Entries are invited on the 1st, 6th, 8th and 13th February, from 10am to 3pm or by appointment. Please telephone 01531 821776 or visit www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk for further details. - Written by Rita Kearsey Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent

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One of the groups preparing the 'Lift the Beach Ball Challenge’. Page 32

by Pippa Palmer and Sue Lawrence, was the first step in the programme. Students had to face four challenges, each designed to help them identify, think about and develop certain skills. Each session was guided by volunteer facilitators with each group providing an assessment at the end. The four challenges were: Sports Logic Challenge (designed to teach students about sequencing), Straw Eiffel Tower Challenge (requires communication skills and the ability to understand structure), Lego Challenge (requires reading skills, the ability to follow instructions and questioning skills) and Lift the Beachball Challenge (designed to help students understand weight; requires communication skills). All students took part in all four challenges and carried

One group with the completed 'Straw Eiffel Tower Challenge'.

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Health

By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

How To Get A Good Night’s Sleep

• • • • A poor night’s sleep might seem like just an inconvenience. But research has shown that insufficient or poor-quality sleep can contribute to serious health problems, including: • Weight gain and obesity. • Weakened immunity. • Increased risk of diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, heart attack and stroke. • Reduced fertility and libido. • Reduced memory, concentration and reaction times. • Increased risk of depression, anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations and psychotic episodes. This means it’s vital that we all get enough good quality sleep, which usually means at least seven hours. However, it’s not always easy. The enemies of sleep • Burning the candle at both ends, trying to fit in relaxation and domestic duties. • Sleep disorders: night terrors, sleep walking, sleep talking, sleep paralysis, teeth grinding, restless limb syndrome and sleep apnoea. • Needing the toilet. • Pain e.g. from arthritis. • An uncomfortable mattress or pillow. • Menstruation (pain, heavy bleeding and hormonal Page 34

changes that affect temperature and production of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin). Snoring. Blue light. Smoking and alcohol. GORD (Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease) or LPR (laryngopharyngeal or ‘silent’ reflux, in which stomach acid can damage airways, causing asthma-like symptoms)

Ten Tips To help You sleep: 1. Stop snoring. Maintaining a healthy weight can help. Try sleeping on your side, nasal strips, sprays or mandibular adjustment devices. If these don’t work, consult your doctor, as you may be receiving a reduced oxygen supply at night. 2. Don’t go to bed hungry - but don’t eat late. Don’t eat less than two hours before bedtime. If you’re hungry in the evenings, choose something light and easily digestible. Milk can make you feel full and its tryptophan can help sleep, but it’s absorbed poorly (a carbohydrate-rich snack at the same time may help). 3. Stop smoking and eliminate evening alcohol and caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant and both nicotine and alcohol affect our sleep length and quality. All three can contribute to GORD and LPR. 4. Look after your body and its clock. Our bodies need exercise and daylight during the day and a more relaxed, dim environment in the evening to trigger our body

clock regulation hormones. 5. Avoid blue light two hours before bedtime. Blue light, produced by modern TVs, tablets, computers and mobiles, interferes with melatonin production. While blue light filters help, most just reduce, rather than eliminate, blue light. 6. Declutter your brain. Try writing down your worries and to-do lists before bedtime. It can be therapeutic in itself, and relieves the stress of trying to remember everything. 7. Have a night-time routine. Choose relaxing activities like reading in the hour or two before bedtime. Try having a warm (not hot) bath with relaxing aromatherapy oils. 8. Make your bedroom a haven. Avoid using your bedroom as a work space or dumping ground for clutter. Keep your bedroom well ventilated, not too hot or cold, and softly lit. Try blackout blinds - and earplugs if you have noisy housemates or neighbours. Invest in a comfortable, supportive mattress and pillows. 9. Don’t lie there worrying about not sleeping. Instead, get up and do something relaxing, such as reading a magazine or doing a jigsaw, until you feel sleepy. 10. Finally, see your doctor if you have problems with hormonal changes, night time urination, mental health, GORD, LPR or pain – or if these tips don’t work. Your GP can investigate possible causes and recommend helpful treatments and lifestyle changes.

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SPACE TO DANCE

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What‘s On in February Dean Heritage Centre Open every day, 10.00am 5.00pm, Last entry: 4.00pm Camp Mill, Soudley, GL14 2UB

With five galleries spanning over 10,000 years of history, plus outdoor attractions, trails and a woodland playground, the Dean Heritage Centre is so much more than just a museum. Non gift-aid prices: Adults: £7.20, Conc: £6.30, Children (316): £5.40, Family (2 plus 2): £23, Family (2 plus 3): £28. For more information call 01594 822170 or visit www.deanheritagecentre.com. Severn Bore Thursday 1st February - Sunday 4th February, Minsterworth, Various times

Come and see one of Britain's truly spectacular natural phenomena. Please use one of the car parks (do not park along Church Lane). No fixed car parking charge; a voluntary contribution is requested. For more information and the timetable visit: www.severn-bore.co.uk. End of Dry January Celebration Friday 2nd February, 6.00pm 11.30pm, Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, Longhope, GL17 0NG Celebrate the end of ‘Dry January’ at the Hillside Brewery with special offers of dry wine, dry gin and more, while listening to Jazz- & Bluesthemed music. This is a free event and everyone is welcome, even dogs (kept on a lead). Make use of the games tables, giant jenga and Nintendo 64. The kitchen will also be open for food. For more information, visit www.hillsidebrewery.com.

An evening with award-winning Entertainer & Comedy Magician John Archer Saturday 3rd Feb, 7.30pm, St Mary's Church, Newent, Gloucester, GL18 1AB Tickets are £12 each and admit two people. Book through www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ stmaryscomedynight-tickets Perrygrove Railway Open every weekend all year round, and daily during local school holidays, Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB Adults: £7.00; Seniors: £6.60; Children (3 and over): £5.65; Family (2 adults & 2 children): £24.50. For more information call 01594 834991 or visit: www.perrygrove.co.uk. Newent Onion Fayre Open Event and AGM Tuesday 6th February, 7.30pm, Newent Market House The small team is looking for new members, fresh ideas and helping hands. Come and be part of Gloucestershire's largest free one-day event and support your community. For further information, emailonions@newentonionfayre.net or call 07831762735 or 01531 821610. Linton & District History Society February Meetings Meet Wednesdays, Refreshments from 7.00pm, lectures start at 7.30pm, Linton Village Hall, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7RX A friendly group that meets in the autumn and winter months to arrange and listen to talks on local, national and international topics. 7th Feb: 'The Great Offensive of 1918'; speaker: Lt Col Ian Gumm. 14th Feb: 'General Robert E Lee'; speaker: Mike Stares. 21st Feb: Half term - no meeting. 28th Feb: Herefordshire & Gloucestershire Canal Navigation; speaker: Nigel Jefferies. Admission for members: £2.00; non-members: £3.00; students in full-time education are free. For more information call Lee Hines on 01989 720262 or visit the Society's website: www.ldhs.net.

Road, Longhope, GL17 0QR To book a 30-minute slot, please call 01452 830435. Please bring your latest energy bills for Gas & Electric along. Craft Workshop at Labels Shopping – Heart Garlands Sat 10th & Tuesday 13th Feb, 10.00am - mid-day, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7QQ Join Emma to create your own heart garland. She will guide you through the process and help you create your own crafting masterpiece! £15 per person, payable directly to Emma on the day. To book your place, please email welcome@ labelsshopping.co.uk. For more information and the latest news and updates on the workshops please visit www.labelsshopping.co.uk/events. Bach and Beyond Saturday 10th February, 7.00pm for 7.30pm start, Kempley Village Hall, Dymock, GL18 2BP Concert & talk with acclaimed local violinist Alice Earll. Ever wondered about the story behind J.S. Bach’s famous Partitas and Sonatas for Solo Violin? Or why Bach wrote music the way he did? Then come along and ask... Tickets £10 (free for under 10's), available from Polly on 07854 259093 or kempleyevents@ gmail.com. Proceeds go to Kempley Village Hall Restoration. www.kempleyvillagehall.org.uk Pancake Eating Contest Tuesday 13th Feb, 6.00pm - 10.00pm, Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, Longhope, GL17 0NG Celebrate Shrove Tuesday with a pancake eating contest – come along and indulge in 12 pancakes (with fruit, maple syrup, beer ice cream) and a milkshake. The top 3 fastest finishers will win a prize. Do you accept the challenge? Entry is £6.00. To enter, please visit www.hillsidebrewery.com. David Brindley Illustration Class Wednesday 14th February, 10.00am - 12.00pm, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7QQ Join local illustrator David for his relaxed and friendly art class. This initial introduction to pastels is great for any level artist. The class only

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...events cont'd costs £10, which is payable directly to David on the day. Spaces are limited so please reserve yours by emailing welcome@labelsshopping.co.uk. For more information and the latest news and updates on the workshops, please visit www.labelsshopping.co.uk/events. Special Valentine’s Owl Evening Wed 14th Feb, 7.00pm (earliest entry 6.30pm), International Centre for Birds of Prey, Newent, GL18 1JJ “The perfect chance T’woo!” take your other half out on a unique date and see some majestic birds, while enjoying a glass of bubbly and some chocolates. This is a ticket only event. Cost: £35 per person. For more information and tickets, please visit www.icbp.org or call 01531 820286. FUTURE DATE FOR THE DIARY Free Energy Tariff Check Day with Citizens Advice Thursday 1st March, 9.30am 4.00pm, Coleford Drop In, The Main Place, Old Station Way, Coleford, GL16 8RH To book a 30-minute slot, please call 01594 834436. Please bring your latest energy bills for Gas & Electric along.

REGULAR EVENTS Active Balance Classes Every Monday, 10.30am - 11.30am, Goode Courte, Lydney, GL15 5JP £3.00 per session. Exercise recommendation scheme supported by the Forest of Dean District Council. For more information contact the Healthy Lifestyles Team on 01594 812399 or just come along and join in! Active Balance & Falls Prevention Classes for Over 60s Fridays, Newent Memorial Hall Falls Prevention: 1.00pm - 2.00pm. Suitable for those with early Dementia; a referral might be required - speak to your GP/Nurse about a referral or contact The Exercise Referral Team on 01594 812399. Active Balance: 2.00pm 3.00pm. £3.00 per class. Classes run by the Forest of Dean District Council. For more information, contact Sarah Page 38

Davies on 07914 538616. Charity Quiz Night Last Friday of every month, Doors open at 7.00pm, Sixteen Community Café, 16 Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8BA 7.15pm: Talk from charity; 7.30pm: A mouth watering meal; 8.00pm: Quiz; 8.30pm: Raffle; 8.45pm: Vote of thanks. Tickets: £7.50 includes a meal. For more information visit: www.jamiefundraiser.co.uk or contact Jamie on info@jamiefundraiser.co.uk or 07586530907. Coffee & Chat Every Monday, 11.00am - 12.30pm, Lydney Community Centre, Naas Lane, Lydney, GL15 5AT For more information call 01594 845704. Community Get-together Tuesdays, 3.00pm - 5.00pm, Sixteen Community Café, 16 Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8BA We’ll be sharing food, fun and friendliness. Please join us for a hot meal and good company. If you need help getting there, we might be able to assist – call Kate at FVAF on 01594 822073 or email bestbutties@FVAF.org.uk. Forest of Dean Friendship Group Meet one Thursday every month, 10.30am - 12 noon, in a safe, quiet location in Coleford A chance for female survivors of rape, sexual assault and abuse to meet informally. Call 01452 305421 or email info@glosrasac.org.uk if you would like to join us. Free Hearing-Aid Clinics On the first Tuesday of every month, 2.00pm - 4.30pm, Coleford Main Place, Old Station Way, Coleford, GL16 8RH In partnership with Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, local deaf charity GDA will be holding free hearing-aid clinics for NHS hearing-aid wearers. To book an appointment, please call GDA on 01452 372999.

9.00pm, Mad Dog Designs at Taurus Crafts, Lydney It doesn’t have to be knitting it can be any craft that can be transported easily! Why not come along and share your ideas! For more information email enquire@tauruscrafts.co.uk. Orchard Trust Gentle Country Walks 3rd Thursday of every month, 10.30am, Orchard Trust Smallholding, Upper Stowfield, GL17 9PD

A social event along with some gentle exercise. There will be tea, coffee and biscuits. The walk will take participants around the smallholding, meeting tame livestock along the way. The site is fully accessible for wheelchairs and walking aids. There are plenty of benches along the way should you need a rest and there are also full personal care facilities. For more information, please call Phil or George on 01594 861359 or email learningcentre@orchard-trust.org.uk. Space to Dance Every Friday 1.30pm 3.00pm, Yorkley Community Centre 'Space to Dance' is an opportunity to enjoy yourself through dance in a safe space. Dance to whatever music you like, you can also bring your own if you wish. Entry: £3, or whatever you can afford. The café is open from 3.00pm. For more details phone Vlasta on 01594 564654 or Richard on 07946 295009 or 01594 837874.

LOCAL MARKETS St. Briavels Farmers Market First Saturday of every month, 9.30am - 1.00pm, The Pavilion, St. Briavels Produce, patisserie, fish, pies and more.

Knit and Natter sessions Every Thursday, 7.00pm -

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A MESSAGE FROM “FORGET ME NOT” NEW YEAR – NEW YOU!!! Why not try one of the Healthy Lifestyles Classes run by the Forest of Dean District Council

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ACTIVE BALANCE & FALLS PREVENTION FOR THE OVER 60s

Fridays at Newent Memorial Hall Falls Prevention: 1.00pm - 2.00pm

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Note: A referral may be required to join the falls prevention class Speak to your GP/ Nurse about a referral or contact: The Exercise Referral Team on 01594 812399 Forget Me Not is now on Facebook, simply log in to Facebook and search for ‘Forget Me Not and Sarah’, or enter the URL https://www.facebook.com/forgetmenotandsarah/ Should you have any questions with regards to the above, or should you require any Dementia Awareness Training or a talk to a local group in the community, then please contact me. These sessions and talks are free of charge. The more people that know about dementia, the more communities will join together to make life easier for those living with the condition, and those supporting them.

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LOCAL CLUBS & SOCIETIES Forest of Dean Walking for Health We offer 16 free, regular walks throughout the Forest of Dean. No need to book. They are suitable for all abilities and can range from just 10 minutes to up to an hour. All end at a café or similar so there’s a chance for refreshments and a chat. Full details on our website at www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/ forest-dean-walking-for-health or phone 01594 727014. BREAM Bream Friendship Circle Every Monday, 2.00pm 4.00pm, Bream Community Centre If you are lonely and in need of friendship, then come along and meet like-minded people. Tea & Biscuits, Bingo, Table Top Sales, Mature Isometrics and monthly trips out. For more information call Mrs Selway on 01594 564443. Bream Gardening Society Meets monthly, indoor meetings are held second Tuesday of the month at West Dean Centre in Bream, 7.30 pm. Summer garden trips are organized to different gardens and places of interest during the summer. For additional information contact Secretary, Jennifer Lang, at 01594 719314. Bream Silver Band and Training Band Rehearsals Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, at the Bandroom, Sun Tump, Bream. New members welcome. Contact our Secretary on 01594 564382, for Training Band call 01594 860181. www.breamband.com Bream Rugby Social Club High St, Bream, Lydney Tel: 01594 562320 Bream Sports Club High St, Bream, Lydney Tel: 01594 563094 Forest of Dean Male Voice Choir The choir practices every Monday and Friday evening at the West Dean Community Centre, Bream. New members always welcome. We offer enjoyable taster sessions free of charge. No auditions - just a friendly bunch of guys so join and enjoy their

company and camaraderie. The choir sings at concerts to raise money for various charitable causes as well as at private functions. For more information call Jan Hart on 01594 542671. Forest of Dean Parkinson’s Group Meets at the first Wednesday of the month, 2pm - 3.30pm, West Dean Centre, High Street, Bream, Lydney, GL15 6JW 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 jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk if you are interested in coming along, See more at: www.parkinsons.org. uk/local-support-groups/regions/ south-west-england/south-forestparkinsons-group BROADWELL Forest Fibro and Chronic Pain Warriors Meet on the last Wednesday of the month, 11.00am - 1.00pm Forest of Dean Salvation Army, 43 North Road, Broadwell, GL16 7BX Forest Fibro and Chronic Pain Warriors is a peer-led support group for anyone who has Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain or is waiting for a diagnosis. Refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Emma on ffcpw1@gmail.com or 07432 069617. CINDERFORD Causeway Club Edge Hills Rd, Cinderford Tel: 01594 822039 Cinderford Band Contact: Ian Tomlins - Press Secretary, Assistant Secretary and Webmaster for the Cinderford Band. Tel: 01452 723518 Cinderfordband03@aol.com www.cinderfordbrassband.co.uk Cinderford Bowling Club Steam Mills Recreation Ground, Cinderford, Gl14 3JD Tel.: 01594 542004 Cinderford Hanover Court Activities Cinderford Hanover Court, Extra Care Flats, GL142 LQ We offer the following group activities: Every Tuesday: Songs of Praise, 3-4pm with a cup of tea; Wednesday,10.30-11.30am: Trevor Reynaert Tai Chi - £3; Wednesday, 3-4pm: Quiet Corner Book Reading with Mary including the partially sighted - £3; Thursday, 11-12am:

Extend Exercises with Sue; Last Friday of each month, 3-5pm: A social Musical Afternoon with singing, dancing, friendship, tea and raffle £4, monies for a defribulator. Come and bring your friends. For more information contact Celia Large on 01594 824276. Found in the Forest Youth Theatre Sundays, 12.00 - 1.30pm (Ages 7-10), 2.00pm - 3.30pm (ages 11-16), Artspace, Cinderford A fun, practical drama group for anyone aged 7-16. Get involved with acting, drama and performance, have fun and meet some new friends along the way. Each term ends with a performance for friends and family. Contact Jamie@actorworkshop.co.uk or call 07712481991. Miners Welfare Hall Wesley Rd, Cinderford Tel: 07551 032480 Soldiers & Sailors Club 1 Commercial St, Cinderford Tel: 01594 822142 YMCA High St, Cinderford Tel: 01594 823388 COALWAY Coalway Singers Practice every Monday, 7.15pm 9.00pm Pisgah Chapel in Coalway We welcome all ladies or girls aged 16 or over with an interest in music and singing. We are in the process of learning a new repertoire under the direction of our new musical director Sam Davis and pianist Joe Smith. Valerie Harris: 01594 832465 Eileen Avery: 01594 835977 Coalway Ladies Group Meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7pm, Pisgah Hall, Old Road, Coalway, GL16 7JT We have a varied programme of interesting speakers throughout the year. Ladies of 16years onward and visitors are always very welcome. For more information call Anne on 01594 834402. COLEFORD Coleford Bowls Club The Bells Hotel & the Forest of Dean Golf & Bowls Club, Lord's Hill, Coleford, GL16 8BE Tel.: 01594 839417 Coleford Chess Club Every Tuesday, 5.00pm - 7.00pm Main Place, Coleford Library Our free 'just for fun' chess club

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ranges from young novices to experienced league players; so please come along to learn, or brush up on your chess skills in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere.

of railway modelling with anyone who wants to chat, and there is always a warm welcome awaiting visitors and prospective members alike. For more information visit: www.fodmrc.co.uk.

Coleford Hard Of Hearing Club Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month between 10.00am and 12 noon at St. Margaret Mary Church Hall, High Nash, Coleford, where there is ample parking. Our aim is to spread useful information, help those with hearing impairment feel less isolated and have fun. We welcome new members and volunteers, and try to have four special events e.g. Christmas lunch or summer trips each year. For more information please contact Elaine on 07971 303958.

Forest Singers Every Monday 7.30pm - 9.15pm, Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Room, Hawthorns Road, Drybrook GL17 9BX A choir for all ages and abilities, men and women welcome. No need to be able to sing or read music. Really good fun and enjoyable. Contact Anita on 07565 909492 for details.

Coleford Photographic Club 17 Cinder Hill, Coleford, GL16 8HJ New Members Welcomed. All ages, abilities and photographic interests. Tel: 01594 839118. DRYBROOK The A. W. Parker (Drybrook) Band Tel: 01594 543707 www.drybrookband.co.uk Drybrook & District Ladies Choir Practice every Wednesday in Drybrook Bandroom (7pm - 9pm). All ladies, or girls aged 16 or over, with an interest in music and the ability to sing in tune welcome! Tel: 01594 542414; www.ddlc.org.uk Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Every Wednesday, 7.30pm 9.30pm, Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Room, Hawthorns Road, Drybrook, GL17 9BX A choir for all boys and men who enjoy singing. Contact: 01594 836400 Drybrook Memorial Hall & Social Club Drybrook Road, Drybrook Tel: 01594 543794 Forest of Dean Model Railway Club Meets in the Parish Room at the United Reformed Church, Drybrook, GL17 9JE, every Monday and Friday evening from 7pm until about 10pm (except Christmas and Easter). Facilities include test tracks in N, OO and O gauges, areas for browsing the library collection or constructing models and kits. We have N and OO Rolling Roads and Wheel Cleaning facilities and a kitchen for teas and coffees (free). Membership consists of an annual fee, and a weekly sum payable on attendance. We have a wide range of skills, and are always ready to provide help and advice to anyone who asks. We will discuss any aspect

LYDNEY Dean Forest Railway Society Open every day (except Christmas & Boxing Day), Norchard Railway Station, Nr Lydney Volunteers wanted in all departments: Operations, Locomotives, Carriage & Wagon, Permanent Way, Signals & Telegraph, Catering, Shop, Telecoms, Events and more. Keep up to date with what's going on at the railway and society by visiting their website and Facebook page. Please pop into the Norchard Railway Station Shop or contact us via volunteering@ deanforestrailway.co.uk or call 01594 845840 if you are interested. Forest of Dean Camera Club Meets each Monday evening at 7.30pm (doors open at 7.00pm). Meetings are held at the Viney St. Swithin Sports and Social Club, Viney Hill, near Lydney. The programme includes talks with advice on various aspects of photography, question and answer sessions and competitions. Progarmme details and information can be obtained on the club website: www.forestofdeancameraclub.co.uk Forest of Dean Sea Cadets Parade Tuesday & Thursday evenings, 7.00pm - 9.15pm Open to young people aged 10-18. Rowing, kayaking, canoeing, D of E, as well we many life skills, i.e. First Aid and leadership. See our website for more details of the varied programme available to all: www.sea-cadets.org/forestofdean. Contact by email forestofdeanscc@ btinternet.com. Forest of Dean U3A Every 3rd Thurs of the month, 1.40pm, Lydney Town Hall Painting, skittles, whist, photography, three walking groups, bridge, cribbage, French, art and crafts, trips, singing and luncheon club are just some of the voluntary activities offered during each month for the over 50s.

Why not come and join our lively, friendly groups? Come along, listen to our guest speakers, and meet the people who run the groups. Annual membership is only £15. For more details visit: www.u3asites.org.uk/forest-of-dean Lydney Community Centre Naas Lane, Lydney, Glos, GL15 5AT Accessible and dementia-friendly building with three rooms and hall to hire for meetings, birthday parties and concerts; Wi-Fi available. White Lotus Classes, Tai Chi & Fitness, Tai Chi Sword, Zumba, Kickboxing, Pilates, Lindy Hop Dance, Painting, Chat and Craft, Women’s Institute, Riverside Church, CAP Unemployment & Debt Counselling, Beast Keep Fit, Jeans Keep Fit, Welcome Trust Tea & Toast, Golden Triangle Club, Jazz 4 U Club, Film Club, Jazz Concerts, Monday Drop in Coffee & Chat, Kids Arts & Craft, Over 60`s Club, Drama Society & Scenesetters. All details of days and times including social events can be found on www.lydneycommunitycentre. co.uk and facebook, or email lydneycommunitycentre@outlook.com. Tel. 01594845704 / 07504565153. Lydney & District Twinning Association We are twinned with Brehal in Normandy. Holding social events throughout the year with exchange visits. A chance to learn and enjoy all things French, food, wine and even the language if you wish. Full details available on our website www.lydneytwinning.org.uk. Lydney & Severnside Flower Club Meet on the second Monday of the month, 7.15pm at Lydney Town Hall Floral demonstrations at most meetings. Refreshments and raffle. Give yourself a treat! Visitors always welcome. Contact: 01594 860 578 Lydney Tennis Club Hams Road, Lydney Tel: 01594 842159 Lydney Training Band We rehearse every Monday evening from 6.30 til 7.30pm at the Bandroom, Swan Road, Lydney GL15 5RU. Training is given by experienced and qualified teachers (DBS checked). All ages welcome including adults. £1 a week covers tuition and instrument. Come along and have a chat or ring Kerry Ford BMus on 01594 530886. The Senior Band rehearses on Fridays from 7.30 til 9.30pm.

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...Local Clubs & Societies cont'd The Royal British Legion Clubs 3 Hill Street, Lydney Tel: 01594 842444 Parkend Working Men’s Club Lion Row, Parkend, Lydney Tel: 01594 562566 Sports Clubs in Lydney Lydney Bowling Club Bathurst Park, Lydney Tel: 01594 842962 Lydney Cricket Club The Pavilion Recreation Ground, Swan Rd, Lydney Tel: 01594 842765 Lydney Golf Club Naas Lane (access off bypass), Lydney, GL15 4ES Tel: 01594 842775 Lydney Town A.F.C Recreation Ground, Swan Rd, Lydney Tel: 01594 844523 Lydney Rugby Football Club Regents Holme, Regent St, Lydney Tel: 01594 842479

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exchange tips, advice and ideas. £2 to cover room hire and refreshment costs. Tel: 01594 516450 or 01594 516007

Mitcheldean Folk Club Every second Thursday of the month, 8pm, The White Horse in Mitcheldean

Newnham Club Newnham Club is a social and sports club situated in a fine building in the centre of the village. In addition to the bar and a family friendly atmosphere it offers a number of activities including skittles, darts, snooker, pool, a garden with a barbecue and an area where you can watch televised sport. It also has a large function room with a bar that can cater for a wide range of events. Tel: 01594 516379

NEWENT Newent Bridge Club In the Sixth Form Centre of Newent Community School We play duplicate bridge every Wednesday (18.45pm for 19.00pm start) and Friday (19.00pm for 19.15pm start). There is always a host on Fridays, so you don’t need a partner. Visitors are always welcome. Full details on our website www.bridgewebs.com/newent. Newent & District Camera Club Meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start (meetings end at 10.00pm), Newent Library New members welcome. Fee of £2. For further information please see our website www.newentdcc.com or email our Chairman on tonycook01@gmail.com.

Lydney Yacht Club The Old Shipyard House, Harbour Road, Lydney, GL15 4ER Tel: 01594 842573

Newent Walking Group Meets twice a month on a Sunday. An informal friendly walking group. Walks may be full or half day and vary in distance between 4 and 10 miles, often with a picnic or pub break. For more information please telephone our Programme Secretary, Alison Jones, on 01531 820151.

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Forest of Dean Chess Club Meets Monday evenings (except during Public Holidays), 7.00pm9.30pm at Mitcheldean Library. The club competes in Division Two of the North Gloucestershire Chess League and also runs its own internal tournaments. Training sessions, simultaneous displays and social matches form part of the club’s variety of chess-related activities. New members are welcome; why not come along for a taster session? For further information, contact Secretary Ray Francis (07815597714) or visit www.fodcc.org.uk

Clay Hill Potters Pottery Group in Newnham-On-Severn, www.clayhillpotters.co.uk

Forest of Dean Motorcycle Club Meet at least once a month on a Tuesday night, 12 Vantage Point Business Village, Mitcheldean, GL17 0DD Family oriented Club. Members enjoy all aspects of Motorcycles from Vintage to Modern and from Club Rallies to the Isle of Man TT. For

The Newnham Art Group Newnham Art Group meets every Tuesday in the Armoury Hall between 10am and 12 Noon with the exception of short breaks at Christmas and Easter and a longer recess in the Summer. Consisting of amateur artists who simply want to take time out on a regular basis to draw and paint and

Viney St. Swithins Sports & Social Club Recreation Ground, Viney Hill, Lydney, Tel: 01594 510658

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Lions Club of Severn Dean 2 Whetstones, Newnham GL14 1BL Tel: 0845 833 5836 The Friendship Club Social club for over 50s which meets fortnightly in the Armoury Hall in Newnham during the afternoon. Opportunity for members to meet their friends for a chat and a cup of tea. There is usually also some entertainment which varies from fortnight to fortnight. Tel: 01594 516545

Newnham Garden Club Providing a forum for all species of gardener in Newnham and the surrounding area. The club meets on the third Monday of each month at 7.30pm at the Armoury Hall. The programme is varied and includes talks from specialists and professionals; summer trips to gardens; themed evenings and a Christmas Party. Indoor meetings include a bring and buy plant stall, a raffle, a monthly competition, refreshments and a chance to talk horticulture. Members range from beginners to professionals. Tel: 01594 516165 Newnham Players The group welcomes new members for all aspects of drama from acting and directing to make up and construction, costume skills, props, sound engineers, front of house, etc. For more details visit: www.newnhamonsevern.co.uk PILLOWELL Pillowell Singers Practice Wed evenings from 7.00pm to 8.30pm at Pillowell Methodist Church New members welcome. Ladies with an interest in joining please ring 01594 562 485. RUSPIDGE Ruspidge Garden Club Meets at 7.30pm on the second Wednesday of each month in Ruspidge Memorial Hall. We have a varied programme with talks from horticultural professionals and skilled amateur gardeners. At the indoor meetings there are also refreshments, a raffle, plant sales and friendly exchanges about gardening matters. In addition, we run summer trips to some exquisite local gardens. Visit www.ruspidgegardeningclub.net for more information, or call Sally Graham on 01594 822666, or e-mail Pam

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Sheppard at psthesquare@talktalk.net. WOOLASTON The Springfield Singers Rehearsals Tuesday evenings, 19.45pm - 21.30pm Woolaston Primary School Subscription: £15 per month. Secretary Lesley Wreford: 01594 529468 www.thespringfieldsingers.co.uk Woolaston Memory Group Every Thursday afternoon at Woolaston Methodist Hall We have all sorts of fun ideas to help you remember the good old days and ways of sharing your experiences with others. Carers are welcome. Call Heather on 01594 529409 or Liz on 01291 620306.

Woolaston Silver Steps Active Balance Group Meet every Monday morning starting at 10.30am in Woolaston Memorial Hall Swains Field, Woolaston, Lydney GL15 6SU. This class is a ‘drop in class’ with no need for referral and at a cost of just £3 per session. The class is for those who are still independent and mobile but are concerned about falling or would just like to become more active and be more sociable! The class promotes strength, balance, flexibility and mobility. For more information, please call Gary on 01594 812399.

Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is the support agency for voluntary and community groups in the Forest of Dean. A data base of groups is kept, so if you are looking for an activity or club get in touch. We are also the local volunteer centre. Have a look at www.fvaf.org.uk email help4groups@fvaf.org.uk or phone 01594 822073.

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