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Dear Reader, Can you believe we are in August already! I’m really not sure where this year has gone and 2017 has certainly been interesting thus far. I hope you are enjoying the summer holidays and the long break isn’t proving too much of a strain on you or your purse. The summer holidays can be a worrying time for some parents, whether it’s trying to find childcare, thinking of things to do to keep the children entertained or just being mum's taxi! Why not take a look at the useful 'What’s On' section in the back of the magazine for some great ideas on places to take the children or indeed the whole family. A few events to note this month are the Ross-onWye Carnival, which is being held on the 5th of August starting at 11.00am, and the Ruardean Carnival, which takes place the following weekend, starting at 12.30pm. Or how about some live music? Taurus Crafts is holding a Ukulele Day on Sunday the 13th of August and the Bream Silver Band is performing at Newent Park the same day. Finally, now that Wimbledon is over, take some time to relax in the garden with a nice cup of tea and read through the August edition of the Forest of Dean Magazine, because before you know it the school runs will be starting all over again! Best wishes, Vicky Muller

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OPEN DAY COME AND SEE US AT WORK NEWENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE

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Over the three one-day workshops students learned how to freehand spray with professional quality street art paints and how to design and cut multi-layered stencils. Jack also gave a really important talk, ‘Street-Art vs Vandalism’ emphasising the nonnegotiable need for permission in all street art.

Newent School students join ‘BARK’ initiative

This year, thirty-one of our year 9 and year 10 students have had the fantastic opportunity to develop some street art skills as part of the ‘BARK’ initiative. BARK, developed by Susan McCarthy at GFAPS and funded by The Arts Council England and The Summerfield Trust, involves schools and youth groups across the Forest of Dean who have selected students to work with professional street art and mural specialists from Paintsmiths in Bristol. It is a chance for students to make a bold statement about issues important to them as well as developing new skills, self-esteem and teamwork. Jack Dones from Paintsmiths and the BARK team from GFAPS worked with our students to develop skills and ideas leading to nine large-scale artworks which will be exhibited at the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail, Beechenhurst Lodge throughout September.

Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre

Following a successful application for a grant from The Siobhan Dowd Trust, Newent Community School and Sixth Form Library has acquired a collection of books in Polish, Romanian and Hungarian. Students at the school who do not speak English as their first language can now study ‘Hamlet’, ‘Of Mice and Men’, ‘A Christmas Carol’ and other set texts in their mother tongue. There are also books such as the Harry Potter books, ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’, ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ and many others available for leisure reading.

We saw fantastic levels of engagement, collaboration and resilience from all students involved and we should be as proud of them as they already are of themselves! Feedback from students was very positive with challenging activities and a real sense of achievement at the core of the event. We are already witnessing the benefit of new transferrable art skills and growing confidence as students have been independently bringing their new skills into their GCSE Graphic Communication coursework! Thanks to the students involved for their brilliant creativity and for meeting all expectations for engagement and behaviour and thanks to the visiting artists who facilitated the project sensitive to the needs of each individual. We must also thank all staff across the school, whose support has made it possible for our students to take part in this Forest community collaboration. For further information on Newent Community School, please call 01531 820550, email admin@newent. gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

open, flexible, and simple. Deborah Gibbons, the School Librarian, noticed that some of the students were struggling to access set texts and being limited in their choice of leisure reading by their lack of English vocabulary. To better assist the students with their learning she applied to the Trust and, though they hadn’t received bids like this before, they were open to the request and supplied funds for a good starter-collection. The books have been added to the library stock and several have been borrowed since. The collection will be expanded when possible. For further information on Newent Community School, please call 01531 820550, email admin@newent. gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

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Cake and Bake White Chocolate Filo Tarts Crisp and light pastry cases filled with a rich and creamy white chocolate mousse – these tarts are easy to make but look impressive. Double up the quantities if serving a crowd. 1. Preheat the oven to 190C, 170C fan, Gas Mark 5. Use

Ingredients: • 25g unsalted butter, melted

2. Use a sharp knife to cut the pastry into 18cm x 10cm

• 6-8 sheets filo pastry • 100g good quality white chocolate • 2 tbsp milk

squares. Brush each square lightly with some of the remaining melted butter.

3. Line each buttered hole with three of the squares,

arranging each one at an angle so the corners form a star. Press gently into the holes.

• 150ml double cream • Dark chocolate curls and cocoa, to decorate

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the

pastry is crisp and golden brown. Leave to cool in the tray.

5. To make the white chocolate filling, break the

Makes 6 Ready in 45 minutes, plus cooling and chilling

chocolate into pieces and place in a heatproof bowl with the milk. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water. Leave until the chocolate has melted then remove from the heat and stir until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes.

6. Pour the cream into a bowl and whip the cream until

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a little of the melted butter to grease 6 holes of a 12hole bun tray.

softly peaking. Gently fold in the cooled chocolate mixture and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

7. Gently spoon the chocolate cream between the filo

pastry cases. Decorate with the dark chocolate curls and a dusting of cocoa powder. Serve within 1 hour of filling.

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Tibberton Show 19th

August 2017

Have you seen the Magic Man, the Magic Man, the Magic Man? Steve Kliskey the Magic Man will be entertaining us all afternoon at the Show, with a circus workshop, a comedy juggling show, and walkabout magic. The ever-popular Dog Show, Annet’s Fitsteppers, and a parade of classic cars, motorbikes and tractors will be there too, all to the accompaniment of the Gloucester Excelsior Band. Traditional tea and cakes will be available in the Village Hall, plus a bar and barbecue on the grounds. This year’s raffle features a ‘Garden Tree’; all prizes have been offered by local garden centres, plant nurseries and florists. The evening brings the Barn Dance, with Hetty Pegler’s Tump, and the ever-popular caller Dick Brice.

Tibberton Show Saturday 19th August 2pm - 5pm

Taynton & Tibberton Village Hall In the marquee and on the ﬁeld:

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Annet’s Fitsteppers Dog Show Bikes, Classic Cars and Agricultural Machinery Variety of stalls Bar, Teas and BBQ

The Marquee will show off our local talent for growing fruit, flowers and vegetables; baking; sewing; photography and other creative arts and crafts. Entries are welcome from everyone, download a schedule from our website, and get cracking. We look forward to welcoming you. www.tibberton-gloucestershire.org.uk

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High Summer

Summer is a wonderful time of year with homegrown produce to be enjoyed and an abundance of blooms, bees and butterflies to look at. Some people may say that August is a nostalgic month with all of us having fond memories of long summer holidays from school, enjoying the hot and sunny weather spending time in the garden or going away on holiday. August can be a lazy garden month with not much to do but just enough to keep us occupied. It is the perfect time to enjoy your garden and to settle into a gently swinging hammock with a refreshing summer drink in your hand. The weather should be mostly hot and dry at this time of year while the colours in the garden are bright with bold splashes of colour from dahlias and hanging baskets. I often hear people say that spring is the best time to enjoy the colours and flowers in the garden but I disagree as each month is a great time to enjoy the delights of your garden.

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Auction Anecdote I thought once again I would give readers a taste of a few chosen items in our forthcoming antique sale rather than a report on items which have ‘been and gone’ at the previous sale. At the time of writing Smiths next sale is on the 21st July and has a special section for coins and postcards – however, don’t let this put you off if this is not where your interests generally lie. Smiths enthusiastic coin consultant is constantly trying to convince the other staff how exciting coins can be - but he is generally fighting a losing battle. This sale does have a good selection of early English coins starting with an Elizabeth I 1593 sixpence and a Charles II 1673 Maundy Money set (pictured) – both do have a certain historical interest, as does a French Suez Canal token with a value of one franc and stamped ‘Subsistances’ to the reverse. The tokens were given to workers who built the canal to buy food, and were a convenient means of controlling the spending habits of men who might otherwise be tempted to use their money unwisely! Of much more interest to the all-female staff at the saleroom is a consignment of beautiful diamond jewellery including a fine Kuchinsky diamond set pendant on an 18ct gold knotted chain (pictured). High-quality diamond jewellery is selling well in the current climate and is the mainstay of many salerooms when other areas of the market such as ceramics and furniture are still relatively subdued. A rare jewellery item which is also historically interesting is an early neo-classical style Berlin ironwork necklace in its original fitted case. Berlin ironwork jewellery was first made in 1806 but during the 1813-15 War of Liberation against Napoleon, the Prussian Royal Family asked their citizens to donate their gold and silver towards the war effort. In return they were given ironwork jewellery which of course became a fashionable symbol of patriotism and loyalty – I can’t imagine the same idea working today! The necklace is in perfect condition and is expected to sell to a collector for around £1,500/£2,000. With over 850 lots in the sale it is hard to describe the breadth of items on offer but in total contrast to the sparkling jewellery cabinet there is a lovely selection of country and rustic items ranging from some very attractive antique Windsor chairs to a vintage potter’s wheel, antique butter churn and a collection of American patchwork quilts. Of course, at the time of reading this sale will have ‘been and gone’ but there is always an amazing selection of antiques and collectables on offer and with modern technology providing online catalogues and bidding there really is no excuse for anyone not to try buying at auction. Smiths next sale is on the 1st of September with a special section for oriental items. For further information telephone 01531 821776 or visit www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk

Monthly Sales of Antiques & Collectables Friday 1st September Sale at 10am with Oriental Section also includes furniture, silver, jewellery, collectables, pictures & ceramics

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It’s Not Always Good To Be Green by Pippa Greenwood

Water features are great in a garden but the chances are that from time to time you will have been frustrated by the water turning green. Generally, this will be due to one of many different types of algae infestation, and will get worse during warmer weather, but what should you do about it? Blanket weed is long filaments of tangled algae, making a mass resembling a dense green blanket. Remove by pulling, raking or by using a stick or bamboo cane that you twirl into the algae, then compost it down in your compost bin. Surface floating pond weeds such as duckweed, which looks like lots of very tiny oval leaves floating on the water’s surface, can be a real nightmare too. It builds up very rapidly as a bright green surface layer and the best control is to regularly scrape the weed off using a good-sized kitchen sieve. Again it can be composted, but make sure you remove all of it or it will soon be back. Try to avoid the build-up of algae by creating your pond carefully and taking precautions with what you grow and keep in it. Avoid a Page 14

very sunny position, as lots of sunlight increases the algal growth. Bear in mind, however, that a pond close to trees will become clogged by leaves in autumn! Make sure that the pond is as deep as possible, as algal growth is much more likely in shallow water, and avoid putting in too many fish as their excreta raises the water’s nitrogen level, which encourages algae. Surface floating plants, particularly water lilies, will help to shade the water’s surface - ideal if the pond is in a fairly sunny site. You should also include a selection of oxygenating plants, available from your local garden centre or pond plant supplier. Some of these float in bundles in the water, others can be grown in containers, and all of them help raise the oxygen level in the pond and so decrease the algae problem. A spout or fountain will also oxygenate the water, but note that water lilies do not like water that is in motion. Note that if you keep changing the water in an attempt to keep it clear, the pond never gets the chances to create its own natural balance and the situation will not improve. Be patient and usually, provided

you try all the above, the pond will eventually sort itself out and clear water will return. You can use proprietary physical and chemical controls for algae, but make sure that whatever you choose is suitable and can be used safely around wildlife and your pond fish. Using barley straw to clear algae in ponds does work, but it is essential that the straw is from barley and no other cereal crop. If you can get hold of this, cram some into an old pair of tights and submerge in the water by weighing them down with several bricks. Alternatively, buy pads of barley straw (sometimes mixed with lavender stalks), and these will help do the job for you. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com for her ‘Winter thru’ Spring Collection’ of gorgeous UK-grown gardenready vegetable plants ready for delivery in September. You’ll also find many gardening items including growing frames, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and other nematode controls, copper tape, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.

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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.

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Home & Interiors Eco Chic at Home

Being an eco-warrior doesn’t have to be a battle. With a little thought and effort, you can decorate your home beautifully without harming the planet. Can ‘going green’ ever be stylish? Of course! While you might start with some basics, such as switching to LED light bulbs, insulating your loft or lagging your boiler, the end of your journey could be a chic, sophisticated home that’s filled with furnishings that are natural, sustainable and durable – in other words, minimising harm to the planet. From floors to ceilings, fabrics to accessories, small changes in your choices can create big eco-transformations. First, think about your priorities in terms of ways to help the environment. Should you aim to be low carbon, non-toxic or energy efficient? Renewable, fair trade, locally sourced, organic or simply ‘natural’? The answer is not always obvious but some simple research will help you weigh up your options. Page 20

By Katherine Sorrell

Look for labels, such as FSC to show timber has been responsibly sourced, or Goodweave that tells you a rug has not been woven by a child. Ask where things come from, what they contain, how they have been made. Buy from a specialist retailer with green credentials, look out for reclaimed, recycled or upcycled products, or buy antique or vintage pieces – they are often well made, good-looking and are certainly long-lasting; many would argue that they are the greenest of all, being the ultimate in recycling. Try to think less about what you think you need, and ask instead what you really don’t need. The three rules of green living are: reduce what you use; reuse what you can; and recycle as much as possible. So, rather than getting rid of things carelessly, consider how you could adapt them and give them another life. Perhaps you could re-cover an old sofa instead of buying a new one, clad the top of an old table with a thin sheet of marble, or repaint a kitchen chair, for example. When you do buy new, you may want to support local artisans or businesses (reducing your

carbon footprint in terms of import miles, too), or fair trade, co-operative or social initiatives overseas, which ensure fair pay and conditions for their workers. It is worth investigating eco choices for virtually everything around the house – from natural floorings such as sisal, cork, Marmoleum or wool carpets, to alternatives to cotton (which uses huge amounts of fresh water and pesticides) such as linen, hemp and alpaca. How much environmental harm does a product cause during production, and what toxins does it contain? Chemicals in paint, fabrics, synthetic carpets, plywood furniture and other man-made materials may ‘off gas’ for years, doing no one much good – another excellent reason to check the labelling. Lastly, bear in mind the beauty of natural materials, from oak and slate to bamboo and linen, in terms of both colour and texture. Subtle shades of browns, greys and off-whites, and tactile appeal that ranges from super-soft to satisfyingly knobbly – everything works together without your having to try too hard, and they will age gracefully, too, adding gentle good looks to your home for a long time to come.

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Hyundai Gets Wacky A concept car is a good way for manufacturers to gauge public reaction to a design, prior to possible mass manufacture. One example is Ford’s Probe 3, which ultimately morphed into the Sierra. It may seem strange today but, in 1981, the public were initially reluctant to accept the jelly mould curves of the Probe, being more used to the square lines of the then current cars. How times and our expectations change. So they may seem wacky now but these concept offerings from Hyundai may eventually be accepted as the norm in our cars. • I.Guardian is a speed ramp that extends out of the side of school buses or taxis to slow traffic

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as it passes. An interesting idea and anything that makes motorists adhere to those “20 is Plenty” signs outside schools is welcome in my book. • Moving Forest is a filter unit that sits on the top of Hyundai’s electric cars and cleans the air of dust and dirt. It looks like one of those ski shaped roof boxes and Hyundai suggest it could find a home in coaches and lorries. • Parents will relate to this idea - taking inspiration from kid’s finger painting on misted up windows, with Sketch Book, they now breathe on an interactive screen, do their doodling, which is then saved to the Cloud and can be accessed on other smart devices. Perhaps Sketch Book will keep the little ones so occupied that you in the front won’t hear from the back. “Are we there yet?” Time will tell. By Iain Betson

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Royal British Legion Summer Event Longhope & District Branch of the Royal British Legion will launch its 2017 Poppy Appeal season with a Summer Show in Longhope Recreation Ground at 2.00pm on Saturday 19th August. Entertainment will be provided by Pandemonium, the Forest’s own very talented and versatile steel band, whose repertoire extends from traditional calypsos to Pussycat Dolls, via Glen Miller, Avicii, Michael Jackson, Coldplay and a host of other styles to suit every taste. We can guarantee that they will get your feet tapping and bring a smile to your face – that’s the reputation they have from playing at numerous local events, from Festivals of Remembrance to weddings. It’s a ‘picnic in the park’ event, so bring your own food, ground sheets and seating. Drinks, hot and cold, will be served from a bar in the pavilion. There will be attractions/ activities for the children and ample parking on the lower part of the ground (entry off Church Road). This is an open-to-all, ticket-less event, but you will be invited (probably more than once) to make donations to the Poppy Appeal of at least £3.00 per adult. Children will not be expected to contribute, so just come along and have some fun. Stop by, if only briefly, to enjoy Pandemonium and to support the Legion’s work in support of serving and ex-members of our Armed Forces, their families and dependants. Information on this vital and growing work will be available for perusal and there will be an opportunity to purchase Legion merchandise to further support its cause. We look forward to seeing you.

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Craig's Comment More than £100,000 is being spent on the Dilke Hospital’s Minor Injury Unit as part of their refurbishment. While this means that at times the Unit is closed while these improvements take place, the result will be a new triage facility, a dedicated waiting room and a play area for children so that families can be better supported. As the Forest’s Health Champion, I welcome these improvements less than a year after consultation showed that the Dilke’s Minor Injury Unit should remain open from 8.00am through to 11.00pm. However,

Hospice launches appeal to refurbish county’s only inpatient unit A local hospice has launched a special appeal to help refurbish its specialist inpatient unit – the only one in the county providing specialist around the clock care for people across Gloucestershire with a life limiting condition. Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice based just outside Cheltenham has 16 beds giving expert hospice care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for people in the county living with cancer, lung disease, heart failure and neurological conditions. It is the only specialist unit providing palliative care for people from every corner of the county – from Gloucester to Cheltenham, from Stroud to Cirencester and from Tewkesbury to the Forest of Dean - and it is housed in a Grade II listed Cotswold manor house first purchased by Lady Ryder 40 years ago this year. To continue providing its specialist care in a home from home environment which meets the care standards of today the charity

the consultation also found that the same should be the case for Lydney Hospital. For residents in rural areas, which are more difficult to travel through, having easy and reliable access to hospitals is crucial. While we might take a journey for granted most of the time, when there is an emergency and we need to get either ourselves or a family member to a hospital as soon as possible, both the Dilke and Lydney Hospital play a vital part. That is why I hope that the announcement of this new funding and refurbishment for the Dilke Hospital does not mean that Lyndey will be left behind. Lydney Hospital’s Minor Injury Unit is as vital to the Forest as Dilke’s. I've made this point in my recent

has an urgent need to invest in refurbishing the unit, but it estimates this could cost £110,000. That’s why the hospice has launched ‘The Big 40’ appeal to raise the funds needed for the work, without diverting existing funds away from the specialist care its team of doctors, nurses, specialists and volunteers provide. Elise Hoadley is Hospice Director at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. She said, “It was 40 years ago this year that Lady Ryder and a team of fundraisers, local businesses and volunteers from every corner of the county started their mammoth task of rebuilding and refurbishing the old manor house with the vision of creating a special place to provide compassionate care to people in the county. “That vision remains and as custodians of the wonderful legacy left by all those who were here at the very start, we have a duty to make sure we maintain this wonderful building in a way that retains its character whilst creating a bright and welcoming home from home for our patients and families.” “Refurbishing the unit by replacing flooring, completely redecorating, adding new electric points and

annual Health Champion’s Report and will be raising it with Gloucestershire NHS as well to gain assurances that Lyndey Hospital’s Minor Injury Unit has not been forgotten and will remain open. After all, residents using Lydney Hospital deserve the same standards as those that will be accessing the Dilke Hospital once the refurbishment is complete. Craig is the District Councillor for Oxenhall and Newent North East. If Craig is your councillor you can contact him on craig.lawton@fdean. gov.uk. To find out who your District Councillor is you can contact Forest of Dean District Council on 01594 810000.

new bedside TVs and installing new hand washing facilities will mean we can continue providing a warm and welcoming place for Gloucestershire residents to come and receive our specialist care.” Mike Tague, Head of Hospice Fundraising at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice added, "There are many ways people can support us in our Big 40 appeal, by making a donation or arranging a fundraising event to help raise funds towards our refurbishment plans - from coffee mornings to bake sales to sponsored events. £50 could install new electrical sockets with shaver points in a patient's bedroom, £200 could pay for a new bedside TV or £300 could completely redecorate one of our patient rooms making a difference to the welcoming environment we offer to those we care for." For more information on the appeal and to donate visit www.sueryder. org/leckhamptonbig40, email leckhampton.fundraising@sueryder. org or call 01242 246285. Any funds raised over and above the estimated cost of refurbishment will be used to fund existing projects or running costs at the hospice.

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COLLECTION

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Keeping Safe at the Beach this Summer Two out of three people in the UK will head to the seaside at least once this year. Most beach goers will have an enjoyable and relaxing time. So when something goes wrong, who can help?

Record turnout at the last craft workshop at Labels. Record numbers attended the last monthly craft workshop at Labels Shopping, Ross-on-Wye. Participants were able to make doily-decorated cushion covers with hands-on tuition from Emma Roberts of Ruby Florence Designs. “We used off-white cushion covers and pastel shades of crocheted doilies which were hand sewn onto the covers.” Said Emma. “Everyone went home with their own handmade cushion cover and with the skills to make many more at home.” The craft workshops at Labels Shopping take place on the first Thursday of every month but due to their popularity, even more are going to be added covering all kinds of crafting activities like jewellery making, fun with fabrics, Christmas wreath making, Christmas decorations and much more. The topics of upcoming workshop are 'Making button clocks' on Thursday 3rd August and 'Fabric brooches' on Thursday 7th September, with many more workshops being added all the time. The latest news and updates about the upcoming workshops are available on the Labels’ website: www.labelsshopping.co.uk/events You can book a place by phone or email: TEL: 01989 769000 EMAIL: welcome@labelsshopping.co.uk

RNLI Lifeboat Volunteers or Search and Rescue Helicopter Crews can respond within minutes, and often save lives close to the shore. But sometimes, at the beach, seconds count. For the best chance of survival, you need someone on the beach who can see the dangers develop: someone who can prevent accidents before they happen and respond instantly if they occur. This is where the RNLI Lifeguards play such a vital role. Ninety-five per cent of a good lifeguard's work is preventative; many lives have already been saved by their vigilance. When you’re heading to a beach, we urge you to respect the water and visit a Lifeguarded Beach. On a lifeguarded beach there are trained professionals to help keep you safe – they’ll be on hand if something goes wrong, in or out of the water. If lifeguards are on patrol, then you’ll need to know your flags:

Red and Yellow flag Lifeguarded area. Safest area to swim, bodyboard and use inflatables.

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Indicates offshore or strong wind conditions. Never use inflatables when the windsock is flying. If the beach you’re at is not lifeguarded, please take extra care if you are going into the water. Remember a lot of beaches overseas do not provide lifeguards. During this hot weather you are reminded of the dangers of swimming in rivers, lakes, quarries, etc. The water is very cold and jumping in can cause “Cold Water Shock” which is a killer. - Fraser Gunn, RNLI Education Liaison Volunteer Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), a charity registered in England and Wales (209603)

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Finance

By Ann Haldon

Using credit and debit cards abroad this year? What you should know before you go

Spending money abroad can be costlier than you think if you’re not prepared for the fees and ‘hidden’ charges. Whether you choose to take a debit or credit card, it pays to check the small print in your terms and conditions before you go - you could save a considerable amount in added interest and charges. Specialist credit and debit cards for overseas use only Rather than taking your ‘regular’ credit or debit card on holiday, look for specialist cards designed to be used abroad, as these are intended to reduce the cost of holiday spending. If you find one that’s suitable and your application is successful, however, just make sure you pay off the balance in full every month. The interest rates on these cards are extremely high if you don’t, which could wipe out any savings you’ve made. The best overseas credit cards generally offer much better exchange rates than local retailers. So if you use a credit card and you’re asked which currency you want pay in, choose the local currency as it’s likely to save you money – more on Dynamic Currency Conversion below. Credit cards for holiday spending are generally easier Page 30

to obtain than debit cards If your current bank doesn’t offer a specialist debit card for use abroad, you may have to switch your bank account to obtain one. Alternatively, you could just open a new account with the provider, but this might seem a little unnecessary when there is an easier alternative in credit cards. Be careful when you apply for a new card though - your credit file is adversely affected when applications are refused. The Money Saving Expert website offers an ‘eligibility calculator’ to give you an idea of your chances of acceptance, and help you narrow down the choices. Debit cards can be better if you’re going to withdraw mainly cash Although taking a dedicated credit card for use abroad has many benefits, if you intend to withdraw mainly cash, a specialist debit card will probably be cheaper overall as there are usually no added charges or fees for this. Be careful about card ‘cloning’ When you use a card abroad, or anywhere in fact, be aware of the danger of cloning. This can happen when the card is taken out of your sight, or even when it’s right in front of you if you aren’t taking notice. Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) Some retailers abroad will offer to convert your purchase into sterling when you pay by

card, so you can see exactly how much you’ve spent. This process is called dynamic currency conversion, or cardholder preferred currency. The problem is that you’ll probably lose out on the exchange rate by paying this way. Local retailers choose whether or not to offer this service, and in some cases may automatically convert your purchase to sterling without asking you. It’s a good idea, therefore, to check whether DCC has been used prior to signing a payment slip or entering your PIN. Avoiding the non-sterling transaction fee Although your bank uses the MasterCard, Visa and Amex optimum exchange rates, the charge for conversion adds a non-sterling transaction fee of up to 3% to your bill when you use a non-specialist card abroad. Finding the best card may take a little research, but your time and effort will be repaid via the extra holiday treats you’ll be able to enjoy. www.moneysavingexpert.com/ travel/travel-credit-cards www.moneysavingexpert. com/shopping/section75-protectyour-purchases www.moneysupermarket.com/ travel-money/using-credit-cardsabroad/ creditcards.moneysavingexpert. com/?travel&_ga=2.1383768 16.1530821389.1495096415200857501.1494082078 www.creditnet.com/Library/ Credit_Card_FAQ/How_do_ credit_cards_get_cloned. ccfaq_019.php

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What‘s On in August Children’s Activity Days Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucester, GL2 9PA During the school holidays, Nature in Art runs children’s activity days. You can choose to go in the morning or the afternoon and each session lasts approximately two hours. At just £6.00 per child, any accompanying adult gets free entry to the museum. The times are 10.30am - 12 noon for 3 - 7-year-olds, 1.00pm - 2.30pm for 3 - 18-year-olds and 3.00pm 4.30pm for 8 - 18-year-olds. To see what you can do please visit www.natureinart.org.uk or call 01452 731442. 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 (3-16): £5.40, Family (2 plus 2): £23, Family (2 plus 3): £28. For more information call 01594 822170 or visit www.deanheritagecentre.com. West Gloucestershire Art Society Art Exhibition & Handel Protheroe Prize Winners Until Saturday 5th August, Open 10.30am - 4.30pm, Monmouth Shire Hall Come along, view some wonderful artwork and vote for your favourite piece of art. Free entry. For more information on the West Gloucestershire Art Society, please visit www.wgas.org.uk.

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. 40th Ross-on-Wye Carnival Saturday 5th August The Carnival field, which is situated at The Ropewalk, will be open to the public at 11.00am (this is where the procession ends). You will find plenty of great entertainment including a fun fair, many different stalls and a wide range of food and drink. PLEASE NOTE: The town centre roads will be disrupted from 11.00am - 2.00pm on Carnival Day. For more information, please visit www.rosscarnival.org.uk. Highnam Court Open Gardens Sunday 6th August and 3rd September, 11.00am - 5.00pm, Highnam Court, Gloucester, GL2 8DP Come and see the 40 acres of Victorian landscaped gardens surrounding the magnificent Grade 1 house (this is not open), set out by artist Thomas Gambier Parry. You can look forward to exciting ornamental lakes, shrubberies, woodland areas and listed Pulhamite water gardens with grottos and fernery. There is also an extensive 1-acre rose garden. Admission: £5.00 for adults; children free. Light refreshments available in the Orangery. Concerts at the Band Stand Every Sunday afternoon, 2.30pm - 4.30pm, The Band Stand, Wye Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7BU 6th August: Forest of Dean Brass 13th August: Parkend Silver Band 20th August: Pandemonium Steel Pans; 27th August: Ross Town Band

Sand Art. Cost: £3 each.Every day throughout August you can also follow our treasure map around the store, collecting interesting facts to claim gold coins! Ruardean Carnival Saturday 12th August, 12.30pm 5.30pm, Ruardean War Memorial Hall and Playing Fields A procession of decorated vehicles, street entertainers, fancy dress, vintage tractors and the Ruardean carnival princess and attendants parade from the Townsend side of the village through to the playing fields, where there are various stalls, arena events and stage performances. A licensed bar and food vendors will be serving all afternoon. The annual Horlicks world record drinking competition will also take place. Entrance for adults £1.00 with children under 16 free. It’s a Dog’s Day Sunday 13th August, 12 noon 4.00pm, Elton Giant Mazes, Elton Farm, Newnham, GL14 1JU A dog show and doggy entertainment on behalf of hearing dogs, sponsored by Pets Barn Vets. Dog classes are just £1.50 per dog per class. All proceeds go to Hearing Dogs. For more information and to enter please visit www.eltonmazes.co.uk. Ukulele Day Sunday 13th August, 12 noon 5.30pm, Taurus Crafts, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, GL15 6BU A fun-filled family day out with a difference. There will be lots of local ukulele bands playing in a covered marquee area. The Ukulele Day is free to enter and the music will be under cover – rain or shine, the bands will play on! Free parking. Brass Band Concert Sunday 13th August, 2.30pm 4.30pm, Newent Park, Newent The Bream Silver Band will be playing, with teas being offered in St Mary's Church. For more information please call 01531 820782 or visit www.newentonline.co.uk.

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...events cont'd Safeguarding Children and Young People Level 2 Training Saturday 19th August, 10.00am 1.00pm, Venue to be confirmed With a special focus on children with disabilities. Parking and refreshments available. Only £5 per person! There are only limited spaces available so booking is essential – please email contact@fvaf.org.uk or call 01594 822073. The Royal British Legion Longhope & District Branch Summer Event Saturday 19th August, 2.00pm 5.00pm, Longhope Recreation Ground Come and listen to Pandemonium – the Forest’s own talented and versatile steel band will be providing lots of entertainment and fun. Bring your own picnic and seating, hot and cold drinks will be available in the Pavilion. Free entry but voluntary donations to the Poppy Appeal welcome (min. of £3 per adult, children free). Summer Family Fun Day Sunday 20th August, 12.00pm 4.00pm, Berry Hill Rugby Club Fundraising event organised by The Friends of the Centre in aid of The Forest of Dean Children’s Opportunity Centre. Come and join us for an exciting family day out. You can look forward to live music, stalls, a bouncy castle, fairground rides, games, a tombola, food & drink, a small vehicle show (including emergency service vehicles) and more! Free entry. Severn Bore Monday 21st - Thursday 24th August, Minsterworth, Various times

Come and join in the fun at this newly restored venue in its unique forest setting. Sling Fest will have stalls, games, food and fun for all the family. The Scarr Bandstand used to host bands from all over the Forest for the famous "Hospital Sunday" event. As a tribute to this piece of local history, bands will play on the Bandstand for the first time in 25 years. Parkend Silver Band: 3.30pm - 4.00pm; Drybrook Band: 4.15pm - 5.00pm. Free admission. Refreshments available. Bring chairs or rugs to sit on and an umbrella! For more information visit www.4villages.org. uk/bandstand or call 01594 832969. Donations towards the maintenance of the Scarr Bandstand gratefully received. The Laskett Gardens Sunday 27th August, 11.00am - 5.00pm, Laskett Lane, Much Birch, Herefordshire, HR2 8HZ These intriguing gardens boasting more than 20 unique features have been painstakingly created over the past 40 years. They have the unique accolade of being the largest formal gardens to have been created in England since the Second World War. Plenty of parking and refreshments available. Tickets are £9.00 if prebooked, £10.00 on the day. Ring 01989 769454 for more information.

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Scarr Bandstand: SLING FEST with bands from Parkend and Drybrook Saturday 26th August, 2.30pm 5.30pm, Sling, nr Coleford, on the B4228, GL16 8JA

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 Drop-In Coffee & Chat Every Wednesday, 10am - 12 Noon, Forest of Dean Drop In, The Main Place, Coleford, GL16 8HR Everyone welcome. For more information call 01594 834436. Run by the Independence Trust. Knit and Natter sessions Every Thursday, 7.00pm 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. 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 Coleford Country Market Every Fri from 9.30am - 12 Noon, beside the Clock Tower in Coleford; Every Sat from 10am - 12 Noon, in Mushet Walk, near the Co-op. We sell home-baked cakes and pastries, home-produced preserves and honey, handmade crafts, home grown seasonal fruit, as well as vegetables and plants. St Briavels Farmers Market First Saturday of every month, 9.30am - 1.00pm, The Pavilion, St. Briavels Produce, patisserie, fish, pies and more.

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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-deanwalking-for-health or phone Kim Spencer on 01594 562240. 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 Eric Woods on 01594 836050. 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/localsupport-groups/regions/south-westengland/south-forest-parkinsons-group 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,10.3011.30am: Trevor Reynaert Tai Chi - £3; Wednesday, 3-4pm: Quiet Corner Book Reading with Mary including the partially sighted - £3; Thursday, 1112am: 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 9pm 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 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. 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. 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

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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 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. 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. LYDBROOK 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. LYDNEY 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 & 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. 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 Viney St. Swithins Sports & Social Club Recreation Ground, Viney Hill, Lydney, Tel: 01594 510658 Lydney Yacht Club The Old Shipyard House, Harbour Road, Lydney, GL15 4ER Tel: 01594 842573 MITCHELDEAN 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

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...Local Clubs & Societies cont'd 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 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 more information contact Mike (Spike) Hook on 07815571350 or email: spikehook@3rossroad.freeserve.co.uk Mitcheldean Folk Club Every second Thursday of the month, 8pm, The White Horse in Mitcheldean 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. 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. NEWNHAM Clay Hill Potters Pottery Group in Newnham-OnSevern, www.clayhillpotters.co.uk 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. Page 42

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 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 exchange tips, advice and ideas. £2 to cover room hire and refreshment costs. Tel: 01594 516450 or 01594 516007 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 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 Newnham Youth Club For children from Year 7 and older. Meets at the Armoury Hall on Monday evenings during term time between 7pm and 8.30pm. Club is run by local volunteers and seen as a benefit for both the young people of the village and the wider community, providing a safe environment for young people to meet, socialise and engage in fun activities. New children and volunteers always welcome. Tel: 01594 516742 / 01594 516287 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 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 YORKLEY Space to Dance Every Friday 1.30pm - 3.00pm, Yorkley Community Centre Part of the Community Centre's 'Live Well' project. 'Space to Dance' is an opportunity to enjoy yourself through dance in a safe space. You can bring your own music 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. 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. Get in touch with the Forest of Dean Magazine to have your local club or society listed for FREE!

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