Forest of Dean Magazine September16

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September 2016

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The Summer Holidays are over and it’s back to school! Is that a huge sigh of relief I hear? I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the school holidays but I’m looking forward to getting into a routine again for now!

A huge congratulations to the Great Britain Olympics team, you certainly did us proud and I am already looking forward to the next Olympics! A highlight for me was the Woman’s Hockey final which was a real nail-biter and had the whole family jumping up and down in front of the television!

Following on from the cycling at the Olympics, the Tour of Britain is returning to Gloucestershire on the 8th September. Stage five of the tour will pass through the area via the Wye Valley at Brockweir, St Briavels, Blakeney, Soudley, Cinderford and Littledean, before heading onto the A48 and Gloucester. This is surely going to be an exciting day and I’m sure the riders would welcome all the support the Forest of Dean will give them as they continue on the tour.

As we head into Autumn, there are lots of other fun local events happening so be sure to check our events pages towards the back of the magazine.

If you’d like to add your local event for October, please email us on office@glosdirectories.co.uk.

We also hope that you find our useful numbers useful! If you have any suggestions of numbers you’d like to see added you can also drop us an email.

Lastly, please do remember to let advertisers know you’ve seen them in our magazine, and if you are a local business and would like to find out more about advertising in your local magazine, please email or call us and we can send you more information.

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Richard Denny Your Success Coach The media have called Richard Denny ‘The Millionaire Maker’. For over 30 years he has helped thousands of people into financial wealth, and others into greater achievement and happiness. His lectures, books, videos, DVD’s and CD’s are bought around the world.

Ten Tips for Goal Achievement No doubt you are familiar with the saying “a person going nowhere normally gets there”, trite but true. Many people have a wish list, want to win the lottery, buy a new house, buy a new car, have a million pounds. It’s only a wish list not a happiness list and certainly not a goal list. Goals must be things we really and I mean really want in life. They can and should be tangible and intangible. In other words, material things (tangible) and health, spirituality, fitness, attitude (intangible). All of these should have the sole purpose of hopefully increasing your happiness.

There are those who make things happen, there are those who watch things happen and there are those who wonder what happened.

So please no more excuses or justification.

Just concentrate on the result you want and here are 10 tips for goal achievement.

1. Discuss with your partner if you share your life with another person. Do what the majority do not do and discuss the goals that you both want. Some of those you will have in common hopefully. Two people pulling together become a powerful force.

2. Prepare a list and both of you should write down your goals – they must be achievable and realistic. Let me remind you that what the mind of man can accurately conceive and believe it will achieve.

3. Long term and short term goals – your list should contain goals that can be obtained in three months and goals way into the future – even 10 to 20 years hence. It doesn’t matter what age you are, the mind must always have something to look forward to doing or achieving.

4. Tangible or intangible. The goal list should contain tangibles which can be buying houses, cars, promotions, holidays etc. The intangibles can be health, fitness, spirituality, personal and self improvement.

5. Select the primary goals. From the list select the initial goals that you are going to strive for. These can be in the various segments of your life. Goals in your private life, business life, social life and leisure life. Those first goals must be achievable in three months.

6. Form a plan. Goal achievement doesn’t just happen. The major cause of people not achieving their goals is through

the neglect of having a plan and your plan should have a date alongside each goal of when you really want to achieve that goal. It is so important to have dates. So ask yourself on each goal, what do you need to do to achieve it?

7. Daily list – every day make sure that on your “to do” list there is activity towards your goal achievement and check with yourself from time to time during the day with “what am I doing now towards my goal?”

8. Be careful who you tell – sadly there are very few people who will be either supportive, enthusiastic or even interested in your goals.

So just be careful who you share this personal information with.

9. Visualise – for some people this can be difficult but really do try to get your mind to see you doing or owning the goal and the goals that you are going for. Mankind is learning more and more about the untapped human potential within our brains and the importance of visualisation.

What we visualise we can bring to fruition.

10. Smile! Yes, it sounds corny but my goodness me, the smile not only radiates a positive message to others but does wonders for our own happiness and achievement.

Motivation and goal achievement has a direct correlation to our reaction to pain and pleasure. Most goals start out with some pain but as we get closer to the goal the pain diminishes and the pleasure increases; so just go for it!

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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre AS and A2 results Summer 2016

All our students are to be congratulated on their results with a pass rate of 99% but special mention goes to Tim Klee who achieved 3A* and 2As and who now is going to Imperial College London to read Physics, Dan Carpenter (1A* and 2Bs) reading Mathematics at Tim Klee receiving his A2 results Cardiff University, James Summerfield (1A* and 2Bs) reading Mathematics at Manchester University and Lydia Armstrong (1A and 2Bs) reading French and Italian at Cardiff University. Frank Un achieved a remarkable A* in Mathematics, B in Further Maths and C in Physics especially as English is his second language, he is going on to study Theoretical Physics at University.

We have students on a range of other University courses as diverse as Marine Biology, Childhood Studies, Economics, Broadcast Television and Electronic Engineering. We have high hopes of seeing three of our students finding success on the stage – Emma Gooch is going to study Musical Theatre at Portsmouth, Jen Bardsley-Taylor is going to study acting at The Academy of Live and Recorded Arts in Liverpool and Jacob Barlow is going to study Theatre and Performance at Plymouth.

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Apprenticeships have proved popular this year and students have secured placements in a number of prestigious companies including Capgemini, Renishaw, Messier - Dowty (working on the Airbus) and Crowe Clark Whitehill.

Three students are taking Gap Years in far flung places including America, Kenya and Uganda and others have found employment. There have been some notable AS successes – Eliza Taylor achieved straight As in Psychology, Sociology, Biology and History.

Rebecca Millar achieved As in English, Drama, History and a B in German, Connor Nolan achieved an A in Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Physics and a B in Chemistry, Isobel Goulding achieved A/A in Health and Social Care and a B in Psychology.

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Tribute to Mike ‘Flash’ Jefferies Mike ‘Flash’ Jefferies ran pubs in Gloucestershire for more than 45 years following on in the tradition of his late in-laws Charlie and Edna Thomas who ran the Tall Ship in Gloucester (formerly the British Flag).

Having got the pub bug, Mike and his wife Marg took on Matson Rugby Club in 1970, which paved the way for their future. In 1971 Mike took over the Tankard and Castle pub in Hesters Way, Cheltenham as manager for Whitbread, and ran it for 2 years.

His first child, Kara, was born here.

Mike and his family then returned to Matson to be Managers at the Robinswood Inn. In 1974 his second daugther Michelle (Micky) was born.

During the ten years Mike and his family were in Matson, the pub was the real heart of the community and Mike was the heart of the pub. He introduced a range of clubs and activities, making the pub more of a social centre than an inn. Activities included bingo nights, fishing trips, darts and tug of war tournaments. You name it and Mike would have made it into a club. All monies raised from the activities and clubs went straight back into the community funding OPA days out, kid’s seaside trips and jubilee parties.

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In 1982 Mike was offered an opportunity he couldn’t resist, a tenancy for the Kings Head at Birdwood, so bidding farewell to Matson, Mike moved his family over Westgate Bridge to start a new adventure and make some major changes.

He turned the small 2-bar pub into a large bar area, added a children’s room and play area and made it one of the first pubs to serve meals.

In 1989 the Beer Orders legislation meant that Mike was able to purchase the Kings Head as a freehold. Kara was 17 and Micky 15 at the time, and both daughters were often seen helping their parents out around the place.

However, it didn’t stop there for Mike. His ambitions led him to add rooms for accommodation, larger eating areas and a bigger play area for children.

He always believed in a family work ethic and brought both of his daughters up learning the trade from a young age. “Dad always made sure we appreciated the hard work involved” explains Micky.

“From the age of 8 he made sure we were keeping the outside tidy, by collecting glasses and bottling up.

Even when I started fulltime work in Gloucester, I would finish at 5.30pm and had to be home by 6pm to open the pub up for the evening.

It was just what we did and always have done. It’s a 7-day a week job which is very much a way of life for us. I have never lived in a 'normal' house, this is my normal.”

Over the years there have been many changes to the pub trade and on 1st July 2007 the smoking ban came into force. This made a huge difference to the way the trade worked.

The pub trade took a hit and had to re-establish itself with many pubs

closing, but Mike rode the wave, and with the accommodation, food and a family-friendly environment, came out the other side. However, sadly the years of running smoky pubs took their toll and Mike developed emphysema and COPD, both chronic lung conditions. Like all things, Mike tackled it head on, never giving up and continued to work every day.

It was only in the last 6 months that his health deteriorated to a level which made it difficult for him to get around, so the day-to-day running of the pub was handed over to his girls while Mike was always on hand with his knowledge and advice.

Sadly, on July 26th 2016 Mike passed away at his home surrounded by his family. His funeral saw St Peter’s Church in Gloucester full. His wake was held at the Kings Head and he was given a send-off he would have approved of. Mike leaves behind his wife Marg, daughters Kara and Micky, his son-in-law Dick and grandchildren Millie, Finleigh and Charleigh.

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Always follow the Money Transfer Golden Rules:

7. Manage your way back into credit.

10. Struggle to control spending?

Shift to a no-overdraft account.

a) These are special cards. Most don’t allow this, so be careful.

There’s step-by-step help in my full money transfers guide at www.moneysavingexpert.com / moneytransfers. b) Always repay the monthly minimum or you’ll lose the 0% deal. c) Plan to clear by the end of the 0% period or they jump to the full rate, 20.9% and 20.6% rep APR.

Do a money makeover, checking everything you spend money on to see if you’re overspending such as energy, insurance, phone, broadband and more.

Many can save £1,000s. Then do a detailed budget and stick to it. Full help to do this at www.moneysavingexpert.com/ moneymakeover

Basic bank accounts provide a no-frills, no-overdraft current account service. So clear your current overdraft and you could move to one.

5. Bank-charge reclaiming isn’t dead - ‘I got £865 in unfair bank charges back’ Overdraft charges for busting your credit limit are the only thing that give payday loans competition for cost. With fees of up to £6/day or £15/ transaction, they can mount up to £100s or £1,000s a year.

Reports of the death of bankcharge reclaiming have been exaggerated. It can still be done, though now you need to be in financial hardship to claim. Full step-by-step help and template letters at www. moneysavingexpert.com/reclaim Claire emailed: “I’ll get 6 years of charges back and a goodwill £70 on top... total £865. Thanks Martin.”

6. Shift your direct debits to minimise fees.

Ask companies you pay to shift your direct debits to just before you’re paid. So if you’re paid on the 25th, aim for the 20th. This artificially boosts your balance, so you’re in the red for less time, meaning fewer charges – but budget carefully and don’t forget those bills are coming.

8. Compare overdraft debt rate to the other debt, repay highest interest first.

If you’ve multiple debts, write a list of what you owe, then see which costs most, adding up interest and fees for true costs.

If your overdraft’s the most expensive, make minimum payments on all other debts, and focus on using incoming cash to clear that. If it’s not the costliest, stay in your overdraft (but never bust your limit) and use spare cash to pay as much off the costliest as you can. Once the most expensive debt is cleared, you’re ready to tackle the next, and so on.

They used to charge fees if you spent more than you had, eg, for unpaid direct debits, but since January those have stopped. If you spend when you’ve not got money, it’ll still be rejected, but now there’s no charge.

Options include www.barclays. co.uk Cash Card and www. co-opbank.co.uk Cashminder account.

Martin Lewis is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Money Saving Expert. To join the 10 million people who get his Martin’s Money Tips weekly email, go to www. moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip

9. Savings usually pay you less than an overdraft costs.

A £1,000 overdraft costing £20/ mth equals £240/yr, but the same in easy-access savings earns a paltry £15 at best. So repay debt with savings and you’re £225 per £1,000 up each year. You may think: “But I’ll have no savings if the boiler packs up or the roof falls in.” True, but if an emergency strikes, you can go back into overdraft and you’ll be no worse off.

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A change of direction As we move into September, autumn is upon us. Autumn is often thought of as the end of the present growing season, however, it should be regarded as the beginning of a new one.

Autumn signals a change of direction.

It is as exciting as the other seasons, just in different ways. It is the time to look back on the gardening year and to take note of your successes and failures. What has worked in your garden? What do you need to change? Do you have new ideas for next time?

An enjoyable thing to do at this time of the year is to use spring bulbs to plant colourful early displays.

No two gardens are ever the same. What would you love to do in your garden? How can you create the vision of what you want?

A cottage garden with scented roses, for example, can be achieved in most modern gardens, however, it is not only the plants that make it so beautiful. Always look at features and focal points and maybe invest in some decorative pots and containers, garden gates, or even garden furniture.

If you need help or advice on your garden, then give me a call on 01594 541118 or 07767 690009.

The Garden Lady 01594 541118 or 07767 690009

Catherine will take you on an inspirational journey.

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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Health

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

Migraine Awareness Week: It’s Not ‘Just’ A Headache

Migraine is one of the WHO’s ‘most disabling lifetime conditions’. Yet it’s often poorly understood and trivialised.

Migraine Awareness Week, from 4th–10th September, aims to change that.

What is Migraine?

Migraine isn’t ‘just a bad headache’. Suffered by three times as many women as men, it’s a complex set of symptoms often including headache, triggered by physiological changes yet with no known ‘cause’. However, triggers have been identified: • Stress or excitement – although some migraines start when stress is relieved.

• Hunger/lack of food, causing fluctuating/low blood sugar levels.

• Dehydration.

• Sleep (too little or too much).

• Change of routine.

• Alcohol.

• Caffeine.

• Prolonged screen time – due to screen glare or flickering and muscle tension.

• Hormonal changes in women.

• Environmental factors – changes in temperature, humidity and altitude, loud noises, flickering or glaring lights, smells.

• Jaw tension, coughing, unaccustomed exertion or illness.

Most experts now discount tyramine, found in soft cheeses and wine, as a trigger.

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Types and Symptoms Most common are: Migraine with aura (10-30% of migraines). Neurological symptoms occur first, usually lasting less than an hour, normally followed by a headache.

Most common symptoms are tunnel vision, double vision, blind spots or temporary blindness, flashing lights and sparkling/coloured spots, stars or zigzags. However, some people also experience weakness on one side or partial paralysis, dizziness, vertigo, numbness or tingling, disturbance to speech, hearing and memory, fear or confusion, and fainting, particularly if they suffer from migraine with brainstem aura and hemiplegic migraine, which are rare subtypes.

Migraine without aura: (70-90% of migraines). Attacks usually last 4-72 hours if untreated.

The headache is usually a throbbing pain, often on one side, which worsens on exertion.

It’s frequently accompanied by nausea and sometimes vomiting, diarrhoea and light or sound sensitivity.

Menstrual Migraine (usually without aura) affects fewer than 10% of women. Experts believe it’s triggered by falling oestrogen levels and/or prostaglandin release during the menstrual cycle. It normally occurs on the two days before, and the first three days during, a period, and often lasts longer than other types.

Preventing Migraine Avoiding triggers, following a regular routine, and eating, sleeping and exercising healthily can help. Your GP may recommend preventative medications such as topiramate

and propranolol for severe and/or frequent migraines.

Treating Migraine Take medications swiftly, as the stomach often stops working effectively during a migraine. Try: • Over-the-counter painkillers.

• From pharmacies: medications containing pain relief and an anti-emetic that alleviates nausea and vomiting and aids painkiller absorption.

• From your GP: triptan medications, which reverse the blood vessel dilation thought to cause migraine. For menstrual migraine, ask about hormonal contraceptives, oestrogen supplements and mefenamic acid (an anti-inflammatory painkiller that can also alleviate heavy periods).

• Botox injections – which may work by interrupting the pain feedback pathway to the brain.

• Resting in a darkened room or having a nap.

See Your GP if you’ve never had migraine before or suffer from migraine more than 5 days in a month, even if your pain is under control with medication. You may require a preventative medicine.

Seek Emergency Medical Advice if you experience: • Paralysis or weakness in either arm or face.

• Slurred/ garbled speech.

• A sudden agonising headache.

• Headache with a high temperature, stiff neck, mental confusion, seizures, double vision and rash.

For support and more information: Migraine Action: www.migraine.org.uk The Migraine Trust: www. migrainetrust.org/ The National Migraine Centre: www.nationalmigrainecentre. org.uk/

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Lydney Model Railway Show

Forest of Dean Model Railway Club www.fodmrc.co.uk

presents the 15th Annual

The 15th Lydney Model Railway Show will be held at the Dean Academy on 24th and 25th September. The show brings together exhibits to interest the enthusiast and the general public.

Lydney Model Railway Show 2016

The headline layout this year is “Pempoul”, a 1:50 scale model of the narrow gauge Reseau Breton lines in Brittany. It is one of the finest railway models ever built and will delight the enthusiast, but has much detail and atmosphere for the casual observer to appreciate.

September 24th & 25th 2016

There will be fine examples of layouts from individuals, clubs and societies from all over the West Country and South Wales. In all, there will be about 20 railway layouts, plus displays of road vehicles, funfair and military modelling.

Refreshments and ample free parking are available.

Trade stands include Derails Models (of Coleford) and Elite Baseboards (of Gloucester and Lydney), who are sponsoring the show this year.

Saturday 24th 11am - 5pm & Sunday 25th 10am - 4pm at The Dean Academy, Church Road, Lydney, GL15 5DZ Layouts in scales N to SM32, traders, demonstrators

Adults: £5.00, Concessions: £4.50 Children under 5: free; Under 16: £2.00 Family ticket - 2 adults & 3 children: £10.00 Wheelchair access to all parts of the exhibition Refreshments, Free parking

Why not come along and bring the whole family, you will be assured of a friendly welcome.

Variety Show returns to Mitcheldean

Following last year's sell-out show which raised over £1,300, the Forest of Dean branch of Muscular Dystrophy UK is proud to present their 2016 Charity Variety Show at Xerox Club Mitcheldean on Sat Oct 15th.

A fantastic line up of artists will feature magic, music, comedy, and as special guests we have the sensational Syren and Mirage dancers who perform all styles from Belly dancing to Gypsy themes! There will also be a raffle, and food will be available.

Don’t miss this brilliant night! Tickets are £10. You are advised to book early as we had to disappoint some people last year.

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Auction Anecdote I have to admit that Smiths do not have an August sale – partly because this is a very quiet time of year for auctions and partly so that I can actually take two weeks off and go on a summer holiday. I will therefore re-visit our July sale in order to write this anecdote about a seemingly humble mining lamp which some people might be surprised made one of the top prices of the sale.

In the early years of mining the poor miners used only candles to light their way in the mines - however this was incredibly dangerous since mines are full of flammable gases and so there were frequent explosions. The problem with devising a safety lamp which did not explode was that the flame needed both oxygen to burn and ventilation for the fumes and heat to be dissipated.

However since the 19th century was the great age of invention many new designs and improvements were continuously being developed, including using oil lamps with fish skin and then later glass and gauze funnels. Problems were found with both designs due to their fragility in the rough and tumble of mine work, however one of the main dangers was found to be when the flame went out and a miner decided to risk re-lighting it in the mine rather than returning to the shaft (often a journey in the dark of several miles).The solution to this was to lock the lamps so that the miner was forced to make the journey to have the lamp unlocked, despite losing several hours pay. It is this variety of invention and gradual progression of design that makes collecting mining lamps a popular hobby.

The miners lamp at Smiths Auctions was a rare early example of the ‘Davy’ type and having sold a similar lamp several years ago I was happy to inform the vendor that I thought it would generate lots of excitement for collectors. I took time to catalogue the lamp carefully knowing that most interest would come via the internet and our efforts were rewarded when the lamp sold online for £1250. However we were very surprised that the successful bidder lived in the USA and so rather sadly the lamp has now been lost to its homeland forever. I wonder what the original owner would think about all of that!

Smiths next sales are on the 2nd September and the 7th October. Entries for the October sale are invited on the 6th, 8th, 13th and 15th September between 10am and 3pm or by appointment. The sale has a special section for postcards, stamps and ephemera. www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk or 01531 821776

Monthly Sales of Antiques & Collectables Fri 2nd Sept Sale at 10am with Oriental Section Viewing Day prior 10am - 7pm and morning of sale Platinum & tanzanite ring. Est £500/£700

Right: Edwardian pearl necklace. Est £200/£300

Next Antiques & Collectables Sale Fri 7th October at 10am with Stamp, Postcard & Ephemera Sections Entries Invited

6th, 8th, 13th & 15th September 10am-3pm or by appointment

Home visits for larger consignments

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Brilliant Bulbs

by Pippa Greenwood

It is spring bulb time in all the garden centres now; they should be crammed full of bulbs, many at a reasonable price and all of which promise to provide glorious masses of colour for years to come.

By all means plant bulbs in beds and borders, but if you only have a terrace, patio or a back yard, then there are still plenty of bulb planting opportunities to be had! Bulbs have the potential to make any garden look gorgeous, but you can use them to add an element of fun as well as glamour, colour and perfume.

Bulbs look fantastic if allowed to naturalise beneath trees, but miniature varieties look equally good beneath shrubs. Choose miniature daffodils or crocuses and plant them in a scattered effect beneath the shrub, taking care to minimise damage to the shrub’s roots. Keep them well watered in spring and you should have a fantastic display.

Ornamental plastic-lined woven baskets, which are available inexpensively from local markets or on the internet, make perfect planting containers provided they are at least 3” (8 cm) deep.

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used for smaller bulbs such as crocuses - simply fill them with bulb fibre and plant up as you would a bowl of indoor bulbs.

To ensure adequate drainage, puncture some holes in the plastic liner and use any normal multi-purpose or loam based compost mixture. Baskets like this look particularly decorative in the spring, and if you add a couple of ferns or ivies to larger baskets they will look even better.

An outdoor table is unlikely to be used for entertaining in spring, so simply cover it to prevent the surface being spoiled and arrange a selection of pots full of spring bulbs on it – the effect can be really splendid.

An old bucket - particularly an enamelled or galvanized one - makes a fabulous planter, but remember to drill some holes in the base or place a layer of pebbles or grit at least 2” (5cm) deep in the bottom, so that excess water accumulates below the level of the roots and the bulbs do not rot off.

If your garden or back yard is a good size, then large containers will look particularly handsome.

Packed with a single variety of one of the daffodils or tulips

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Plant the container up in two layers, so that one lot of bulbs is a couple of inches deeper than the other, and the deeper ones will flower later than those planted closer to the surface to prolong the display.

An old bathroom suite or parts of it make wacky and unusual planters. A bath may need a lot of compost to fill it – and don’t forget drainage - but it can act like a full-sized flowerbed. Even a hand basin, lavatory or the cistern can be planted up to great effect.

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Cake and Bake Tart Bourdaloue This classic French tart has a lovely rich almond frangipane filling. Choose pears that are firm, but not rock hard.

Ingredients: • 225g ready-made puff pastry • 75g unsalted butter, softened • 75g caster sugar • 2 medium eggs, beaten • 1 tsp almond extract • 75g plain flour • 100g ground almonds • 3 firm pears, peeled, halved and cored • 2 tbsp apricot glaze, warmed (see Tip)

Serves 6 - 8 Ready in 1 hour 30 minutes, plus chilling

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1. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface

and use to line a 23cm round fluted flan tin. Trim the edges and prick the pastry all over with a fork. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

2. Beat the butter and sugar together in a bowl until

pale and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs, then the almond extract. Sift over the flour and fold in with the ground almonds to make a smooth mixture. Preheat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/Gas 6. Place a heavy baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

3. Spread the mixture in an even layer in the chilled

pastry case. Place one pear half, cut side down, on a board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice widthways through the pear half about 10 times. Repeat with the other pear halves, keeping them in their shape.

4. Arrange the sliced pears on top of the almond

mixture, fanning them out slightly. Place the flan tin on the hot baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.

Reduce the oven temperature to 180C/fan 160C/ Gas 4 and bake for a further 20-25 minutes until golden.

Cover the tart loosely with foil for the last 15-20 minutes of the cooking time to prevent the top from over-browning.

5. Leave the tart to cool for 10-15 minutes then glaze

the top with the warmed apricot glaze. Serve warm or cold with crème fraiche, if liked.

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Home & Interiors Use Colour with Confidence

Katherine Sorrell outlines how you can employ paint to colour your home beautiful.

Most of us are cautious about using colour, so how can we boost our colour confidence?

Easy: arm yourself with a little knowledge and make the effort to experiment. You can always repaint if you don’t like the results.

Start by leafing through as many interiors books and magazines as possible. A wealth of effort and experience has gone into producing room sets that work for all kinds of tastes. And, all the leading paint manufacturers produce colour cards, brochures that demonstrate how different shades can be put together, and interactive free apps: try Dulux’s Visualizer or Crown’s MyRoomPainter, for example.

Consider the sizes of your rooms: pale colours, because they contain a lot of white, seem to recede, enhancing a feeling of spaciousness, while darker colours absorb light and therefore appear more enclosing. Similarly, ‘cool’ colours such as blue and green are more distancing than ‘warm’ colours such as red and Page 26

yellow. This is why people tend to use paler, cooler colours in small rooms, and white on low ceilings, reserving bolder or darker colours for large, bright rooms. But break the rules if you wish: perhaps use a dark, warm colour to make a small room feel welcoming and intimate. For practicality, paint those parts of the house that show the dirt (such as a busy hallway) in a darkish shade, and consider a high-gloss, washable surface finish, too.

A simple, one-colour scheme is relatively easy to get right – provided you choose the right colour. Combining two or more can be more challenging, but hugely rewarding. Once you have narrowed down your choices and tried the apps, create a mood board of magazine cuttings and swatches, layering colours and textures to build a balanced palette. Buy tester pots of paints and get a feel for the colours by painting and sticking A4-sized pieces of paper to the walls you’re planning to paint, and see what they look like as the light changes through the day. Also, paint the inside of a cardboard box to see how the colour changes as the walls reflect off each other.

If you don’t want a classic colour palette, look out for fashion-forward hues. Dulux’s colour of the year is Cherished Gold, an earthy metallic that works well with both fresh pastels and rich jewel tones, while Pantone’s colours of the year are Rose Quartz and a soft blue called Serenity.

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By Katherine Sorrell charcoal plus bright yellow, pink and orange dashes; Skyscapes, shades of blue with grey and chalky neutrals; and Faded Berries, deep berry tones with mossy and grassy greens.

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Cod, Prawn and Parsley Pie Serves 6

Ready in 1 hour 15 minutes

Cod and prawns in a smooth herby white sauce topped with fluffy mash – it’s the ultimate fish pie!

Cook the potatoes in a large pan of boiling, lightly salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

Ingredients: • 1.6kg floury potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

Meanwhile, place the cod in a large frying pan and pour over the milk. Add the bay leaf and peppercorns and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5 minutes then remove from the heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove the cod from the pan and set aside. Strain the milk into a large heatproof jug.

• 750g cod fillet • 1L milk • 1 bay leaf • Few black peppercorns • 75g butter • 50g plain flour

Melt 50g of the butter in a medium saucepan.

Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

Gradually whisk in 850ml of the milk. Bring to the boil, stirring all the time, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until you have a smooth, thick sauce.

• 3 tbsp freshly chopped parsley • 175g frozen peas, thawed • 225g large peeled prawns, thawed if frozen

Preheat the oven to 200C, fan 180C, Gas 6.

Flake the fish, discarding any skin and bones, and stir into the sauce with the parsley, peas and prawns. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Transfer the mixture to a deep ovenproof dish.

• 15ml olive oil • Sprig of fresh parsley, to garnish

TIP You can use any white fish fillet for this pie - haddock or coley will work just as well.

Alternatively, replace half the cod with salmon fillet or smoked haddock, if liked.

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Mash the potatoes with the rest of the butter and milk and season to taste. Spoon the mash over the fish mixture to cover. Drizzle over the olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Serve garnished with a sprig of parsley.

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Golden Years

Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning

It’s a constant source of amazement to me how close one of the most valuable franchises in TV history came to fizzling out. But Star Trek – first shown on NBC on 8th September 1966 and cancelled after only three seasons – only just escaped that fate and its creator, Gene Roddenberry, ruined his health and nearly went bankrupt fighting for its survival.

After war service as a bomber pilot Roddenberry became an airline pilot, but quit after a serious air-crash and joined the Los Angeles Police public information office instead.

He started writing TV scripts after acting as consultant on a courtroom drama series, and in 1956 he quit the police to go full-time, working mainly on cop shows and westerns. He was fired from a series about a Mississippi paddle-steamer for insisting that there ought to be at least one black cast member, a stance on racism that became a hallmark of his, but apart from that incident his career quickly blossomed and he soon started producing as well as writing.

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and Nichelle Nichols – although her episode was never aired because its themes of racism and sexual violence were considered too controversial.

The Lieutenant was eventually cancelled, and Roddenberry revived an earlier idea for series about a round-the-world voyage in an airship crewed by multi-ethnic adventurers.

The revived idea put the crew aboard a starship, though – an unusual twist at the time since although science fiction writing was in its heyday, the reputation of sci-fi on film had been so tarnished by the B-movies of the 1950s that there was very little of it about. Nonetheless, NBC financed a pilot which was tested at the end of 1964 – and flopped.

But CBS was working on Lost In Space, so NBC decided to keep plugging away at sci-fi and financed a second pilot, Where No Man Has Gone Before. This time the test audiences were more receptive, and in May 1966 the first proper episode, The Man Trap, went into production. Five days before it went out, Roddenberry hosted a screening of Where No Man at the World Science Fiction Convention and got a standing ovation.

But ratings didn’t live up to expectations and Star Trek looked set to be cancelled after the first season. Roddenberry therefore enlisted the help of the leading sci-fi writers of the day including Isaac Asimov to write to NBC urging a second season. NBC was persuaded, and Asimov also suggested a few improvements. Even this didn’t help: a third season was made after 1,000 fans marched on the studio, but it was shifted

to a worse timeslot. Ratings fell again and the show was cancelled.

Roddenberry took it hard. He worked desperately to revive the franchise, but to no avail – a cartoon version was made in 1973, but achieved little.

Meanwhile Roddenberry had turned to drink and drugs, and a divorce left him penniless.

He produced several TV pilots which were never commissioned and scraped a thin living appearing at sci-fi conventions.

However, more and more foreign TV stations were buying the original series and it was slowly developing worldwide cult status. The release of Star Wars in 1977 made sci-fi popular, and a second series, Phase II, was considered. The script developed into Star Trek: The Movie, which was a huge hit; Roddenberry was taken on again to write Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan; and the franchise snowballed from there. Unfortunately the drink and drugs had taken their toll on Roddenberry. He worked on Star Trek: The Next Generation in 1987, had a stroke in 1989, and died in 1991. The franchise he created currently runs to 13 films and six TV treatments; so far it’s made $4 BILLION.

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Craig's Comment This summer has seen a veritable feast of sport, much of it being showcased to people for the very first time in their lives.

From the European Football Championships, with countries like Iceland and Wales punching above their weight, right through to yet another successful Olympics for Team GB in Rio - if you have been inspired to either try a sport for the first time or get back into one, you are unlikely to be on your own.

While some of the world’s greatest athletes going for gold and lifting trophies may seem a long way away, in some ways they could not be closer to home. Charlotte Dujardin and Carl Hester, who both live, work and train in the Forest of Dean, were clearly not content at stopping with their gold medals at London's 2012 Olympics. They decided to continue the spirit and went on to win a team silver and yet another gold for Dujardin in Rio this year!

And if that is not enough yet - we also have former Newent Community School student Vicky Holland who has worn the red, white and blue of Team GB at her second Olympics after winning Gold at the Commonwealth Games in the Triathlon just two years ago.

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It has in fact been found that taking part in sport not only improves peoples’ health, it can also boost self-esteem, sleep quality and energy, and reduce the risk of stress, depression, and dementia.

It does not mean that you have to be the next Bradley Wiggins, however, if you have been inspired by the Olympics and the Tour de France legends' visit to the Forest as part of the Tour of Britain at the start of September, then all the better!

If Rio has shown us anything it is that there is a wide range of sports available. So whether you want to stretch your legs during a round of golf, hone your hand-eye coordination with clay pigeon shooting, go for a run or swim, or become part of a team by playing hockey or football, if you look close enough there will be a sport for your age and ability out there.

You are also not alone in needing to find that sport either. Throughout the Forest there are a number of opportunities. Forest of Dean District Council, for example, have teamed up with Gloucestershire NHS to provide the Exercise Referral Scheme which aims to help patients improve their health and physical well-being. Having recently met with some residents who have been referred to exercise classes

Freedom Leisure, with leisure centres in Newent, Lydney, Cinderford, Coleford, and Sedbury, have a range of offers and incentives to encourage new members, whether you want to find your inner athlete or just stay active and fit. Through the summer they have also been running their Junior Summer Fitness Challenge.

So whether you want to be the next Vicky Holland or Bradley Wiggins, or if you just fancy giving a new sport a try, staying healthy, and meeting new people, harness the positivity that Team GB has injected into the country and have a go!

You never know, you might be the one inspiring the next generation of British sportsmen and women at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020!

Craig is the District Councillor for Oxenhall and Newent North East.

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The University of Hull have a professor of driving psychology (yes really). His name is John Groeger and he has conducted research into drivers who switch to “autopilot” when behind the wheel.

The study of 2,000 responders found that 80% of road users admit to zoning out when driving. This is up from 6 in10 in a similar study conducted in 2009.

25% of drivers admitted to be thinking of other things whilst driving and, here’s the scary thing: 1 in 6 said they couldn’t remember their entire journey!

Unfortunately women came out in the survey as worse drivers, as the results showed they were nearly twice as likely as men to compile mental “to do” lists and thus be distracted. The moral here is whilst the ability to multi-task is good, it does have its place. But on balance perhaps the ladies were just more honest in their answers than the men?

Blokes, on the other hand, were far less worried about not concentrating 100% on the road - a sizable 41% said it did not bother them. (That’s really comforting to know.)

Professor Groeger states the blinking obvious when he says: “Driving is a complex task that requires our attention.”

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Historical Fiction Whether you’re time traveling back to the middle ages, or just revisiting the sixties, historical fiction is a great way to escape the present for a few hours.

The Muse – Jessie Burton Burton’s The Miniaturist was one of 2014’s bestsellers, and personally I think her latest novel is even better. West Indian-born Odelle lands a job at a London art institute in 1967. Her friend, Lawrie, has a painting he thinks the institute might be interested in, but Odelle’s boss seems to know more about the picture than she’s willing to admit. Back in 1936, Olive is attempting to hide her artistic talents from her father, while building a life for herself in Spain. A brilliant portrayal of forging one’s identity in a foreign country.

The Harrowing – James Aitcheson It’s 1066 and a Norman army is marching through England, destroying anyone and anything in their path. Five travellers are fleeing to the last Saxon stronghold, but will they reach it in time, and is it just the Normans they’re running from? There’s action scenes aplenty, interspersed with the individual stories of the five travellers – a servant, a lady, a priest, a warrior and a minstrel.

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Let Me Tell You About A Man I Knew – Susan Fletcher Jeanne Trabuc is a dutiful wife and mother, but her sons have left home and the boredom and loneliness of life in rural Provence in the 1880s are settling over her in a quiet depression. So when a new patient arrives at the asylum that her husband runs, Jeanne can’t resist reaching out to him.

An artist, with wild red hair, selfmutilated ear and attitude so different to anyone she knows, he has the power to reawaken the spark within Jeanne that she’s subdued for so long. A beautiful, fictional reimagining of Vincent Van Gogh’s time at the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole institution.

Stolen Years – Kazia Myers It’s 1940 and Poland is under occupation. Seventeen year old Anna is forced to leave her home near Krakow to work on an Austrian farm, where she is little more than a slave. But she finds solace, friendship and love amongst her fellow workers, even as the situation they find themselves in becomes progressively harder. The author’s parents were Polish refugees and survivors of Stalin’s labour camps, and this personal connection certainly comes across in this poignant tale.

The Farm at the Edge of the World – Sarah Vaughan Will and Alice are evacuated to a Cornish farm to escape war-torn London. There they find safety, although it’s not the picture-postcard life they may have imagined. Friendship between Will and the farmer’s daughter Maggie blossoms into love, but a lie will change things between the three forever.

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When your puppy is small, nervousness can also cause them to destructively chew anything in sight. Separation anxiety and boredom are common in dogs left alone for a period of time, so what can you do to prevent complete devastation when you return home?

• Provide safe, tough items for your dog to focus on. You can buy a range of age-appropriate durable toys and chews from pet stores and other outlets.

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Finance

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What Exactly Is A Credit Score, And How Does It Impact On Your Life? payment, or if you have been made bankrupt in the past.

• If you are on the electoral roll.

• How many times you have applied for credit.

When you apply for credit or other types of borrowing, the lender will check your credit score to see if you are a good or bad risk. Your credit rating also comes into play in other situations, and has the potential to affect every aspect of your life.

A low score means that you may have to pay an increased rate of interest to counteract the risk to a lender. This has massive implications if you’re trying to obtain a mortgage, as a poor credit rating can mean less product choice and higher monthly repayments.

How is a credit score formulated?

A number between zero and 999 is used as a guide to lenders and other interested parties, such as landlords and utility companies, about your ability to repay. Scores between 721 and 999 are generally considered a lower risk, but there are other factors that influence your overall rating: • Your previous history of repayment.

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so How could a low credit score impact on your life?

Difficulty in getting a mortgage Even if you find a lender willing to offer you a mortgage, the interest rate will probably be much higher, and you won’t have access to the better deals.

Having a low credit score is often an indication that you can’t afford a mortgage, but unfortunately it can also affect your ability to rent.

Problems renting A landlord will check your credit score - if they see that payments have been missed or that you are not on the electoral role, they could view you as untrustworthy and an unnecessary risk.

Personal loans and other finance Obtaining car finance will be difficult if your credit score is low, as this is the main factor on which a lender bases their decision. It’s not only the large purchases that can be stifled, however – you may also encounter problems when trying to increase your bank overdraft or when requesting a higher limit on your credit card.

How to improve your credit score over time If your credit rating is low, or

you feel that it could be better, there are specific actions you can take to improve it over the long-term: • Make sure you’re on the electoral register, as a permanent address increases confidence that you’re trustworthy.

• Pay at least the monthly minimum on your credit cards.

• Cancel any unused credit cards appearing on your credit report - too much available credit adds to your risk from the lender’s viewpoint.

• Check for mistakes on your credit report, with all three agencies – you can request that they amend your report, and add a comment against the entry to explain that it is incorrect.

• If a spouse or partner has a poor credit score, you can apply for a financial disassociation .

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What‘s On in September Dean Heritage Centre Open every day, 10am - 5pm Last entry: 4pm 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 giftaid 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.

Perrygrove Railway Open every weekend, every Tuesday (until October half term) and daily during local school holidays Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB Adults: £6.80; Seniors: £6.20; Children (3 and over): £5.30; Family (2 adults & 2 children): £23. For more information call 01594 834991 or visit: www.perrygrove.co.uk Severn Bore Thursday 1st - Friday 2nd September & Friday 16th Tuesday 20th September 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.

Linc Lunch Club Friday 2nd September The Old Passage at Arlingham Meet, eat, socialise and enjoy! £16 each for a 2-course lunch.

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Ross Cider Festival Friday 2nd September Sunday 4th September,

Broome Farm, Nr Ross on Wye Sample fantastic cider and beer and enjoy great live music and food. For tickets please call 01989 567232.

Beer & Food Pairing Evening Saturday 3rd September, Hillside Brewery, Longhope, Gloucestershire For more information on this event please call 01452 830222.

Firework Champions 2016 Saturday 3rd September, Gates open at 5pm, Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, HR8 1RL The firework champions is one of the UK's best evenings of pyromusical entertainment, so don't miss out! Camping available on site, car parking is free. For more information visit: www.fireworkchampions.co.uk.

Highnam Court Open Gardens Sunday 4th September, 11am5pm, Highnam Court, Highnam, Gloucestershire, GL2 8DP

Open for Charity. 40 acres of Victorian landscaped gardens, lakes, shrubberies and listed Pulhamite water gardens with grottos and fernery. Take a stroll around ornamental lakes and woodland areas. Light refreshments will be served in the Orangery. Tea and coffee served from 11am, sandwiches until 1.30pm. Cream teas will be served from 1.30pm to 5pm.

Admission £5.00, children FREE. Gloucestershire Rural Community Council – Health and Wellbeing Day Thursday 8th September, 11am 2pm, The Main Place, Coleford The aim of this event is to promote health and wellbeing for older people, carers and their families. A range of partners will also be at the event including, Active Gloucestershire, Carers Gloucestershire, Healthwatch, and many more. Soft drinks and lunch will be provided. Transport can also be arranged. For more information or if you would like to arrange transport please call Kevin Dower or Julie Pritchard on 01452 528491.

Heritage Open Days Thursday 8th - Sunday 11th September, Gloucestershire Heritage Open Days celebrate England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to places that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission. Every year in September, buildings of every age, style and function open up their doors. It is a once a year chance to discover treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities that bring local history and culture to life. Please visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk for more details and to find events near you.

events cont'd...

...events cont'd Tour of Britain Thursday 8th September, Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

The biggest cycle race in Britain is returning to Gloucestershire, however, this time the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley are included on the route! The premier road cycling event returns on the 8th and stage five of the tour will pass through the area via the Wye Valley at Brockweir, St. Briavels, Blakeney, Soudley, Cinderford and Littledean before heading onto the A48 and Gloucester.

Ledbury Art Society Annual Exhibition Saturday10th & Sunday 11th Sept, 10am - 4.30pm The Burgage Hall, Church Lane, Ledbury All welcome, admission free.

Newent Onion Fayre Saturday 10th September, Newent Newent Onion Fayre is a one-day street festival consisting of food drink and merriment which attracts about 15,000 visitors every year. At the heart of the festival is the Onion Show which is unique in its status in the UK. The whole town becomes a party during what has become recognised as a celebration of the first day of harvest at the end of the summer. For more information visit: www.newentonionfayre.org.

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Maze Runner Sunday 11th Sept, 10.30am, Newnham 2k, 5k and 10k - you can run or jog over the distance of your choice including a 500m descent down a cycle track, woodland, green lanes and fields! For more information on this event please call 01594 827007 or 01452 760795, or visit the website: www.maizerunner.uk.

Gloucestershire, GL15 4PG Mike performs regularly throughout the UK, Europe and Canada, but on the 18th September he will be at the Royal Oak in Gloucestershire. With a wealth of self-penned material and a portfolio of albums to his credit, he continues to write new songs and win new devotees.

An evening not to be missed!

Admission: £6.00 on the door.

Forest of Dean Traction & Steam Rally Show Sunday 11th September, 10am - 5pm, The Speech House Hotel, Coleford, GL16 7EL Enjoy a great family day out on the grounds of the Speech House Hotel. There will be a display of vintage vehicles and machinery, children’s entertainment, trade stalls, craft displays, live music and much more. Admission is £5.00 for adults, concessions £4.00 and children (15 and under) are free. Free Park and Ride. The event is in support of local charities.

Late Summer Flower & Produce Show Sunday 18th September, 1.30pm - 4.30pm, Dymock Parish Hall, Ledbury Road, Dymock, GL18 2AG

20th Anniversary Steam Gala Sat 17th - Sun 18th September, Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure, Coleford, GL16 8QB Celebrating their 20th Anniversary Perrygrove are holding an action-packed gala with up to 6 Exmoor Steam Engines. There will also be traction engines, food stalls, a bar and of course plenty of train rides! For more information please visit www.perrygrove.co.uk.

Pro Evolution Wrestling Saturday 17th September, 7pm, Ledbury Community Centre Pro Evolution Wrestling brings you another evening of fastpaced, high flying wrestling action suitable for the whole family. Tickets are available at www.proevowrestling.com.

Open to the public. Classes for flowers, vegetables and cookery. Free admission. Results of the “Great Potato Grow” (The heaviest amount of potatoes grown in a bucket from one potato). For more information on this event and how to enter a category please call Jenny Thick on 01531 890453 or email jenniferthick@aol.com.

Ross Walking Festival Friday 23rd September - Sunday 25th September, Ross on Wye A selection of walks to suit all abilities around Ross on Wye. For more information and to view the walks available please visit www.rosswalkingfestival.co.uk.

Lydney Model Railway Show Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September, The Dean Academy,

Mike Silver at the Forest Folk Club Sunday 18th September, 7.30pm, Royal Oak, Whitecroft,

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REGULAR EVENTS Charity Quiz Night Last Friday of every month, Doors open at 7pm, Sixteen Community Cafe, Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8B 7.15pm: Talk from charity; 7.30pm: A mouth watering meal; 8pm: 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.

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Knit and Natter sessions Every Thursday, 7pm - 9pm, 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!

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Severn Sun Tai Chi and Yoga Yoga: Wednesdays, 7.00pm 8.30pm Tai Chi: Thursdays, 7.00pm - 9.00pm, Blakeney Youth Centre Friendly classes, all abilities.

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Table Sale Last Sunday of every month, 12pm - 3pm, Sixteen Community Cafe, Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8B

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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.

Mitcheldean Fete & Folk Festival What a great party!

Once more the annual Mitcheldean Fete & Folk Festival which was held at the beginning of July went like a train, with the sun smiling on so many happy faces of all ages.

There were too many highlights to list them all, but starting with the presentation of the British Empire Medal to Pam Martin by the Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Dame Janet Trotter, Derek our town crier then introduced a host of singing, dancing and family fun events up and down the village.

As well as the Friday night sing in the Brewery Tap, the Saturday concert in the parish church and the poetry festival in the library, the fete on the playing field, the evening barn dance in the community centre and the singing session in the White Horse, nineteen walkers took the singing outdoors on the Sunday folk walk!

Two new innovations this year that went particularly well were the Morris dancers’ visit to the older folk at Townsend House, and the family ceilidh in the afternoon when so many younger people joined in the dances.

See the website www. mitcheldeanfolkfestival.org.uk for more photos, and we look forward to welcoming everyone again next year!

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Hobbies The Genteel World Of Vintage China

By Kate McLelland

Ever since the trend for ‘Shabby Chic’ furniture and accessories started to emerge in the ‘90s and ‘00s, the use of vintage china has risen in popularity.

Drinking from a ‘proper’ tea cup harks back to a more genteel time, when tea had visible leaves and we didn’t drink it out of a mug. Nowadays you’ll find vintage tea ware everywhere, from village fetes to wedding breakfasts.

It’s not just the charm of these elegantly-shaped drinking vessels that appeals, it’s their cost, too. In many charity shops you can buy a full set including cups, saucers, sugar bowl, milk jug and tea pot, for less than £15 (compare that with a medium-priced, 4-piece contemporary tea set from a popular high street chain store, which will set you back around £80).

Of course, not every vintage tea set is cheap. In 2011 a Chinese silver-gilt tea service, auctioned

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the expected amount. But the prize for the most costly tea set goes to a Half-Figure Service Meissen porcelain set, which sold for over £500,000 when it went under the hammer in 2012.

or manufacturer. For example, you might put together a collection of cups and saucers with a floral pattern or with an oriental theme, or you could simply collect items of matching colour.

If you are buying a vintage tea set for your personal use, here are some tips to keep the china in tip-top condition: - Never put it in the dishwasher: always hand wash with a mild soap such as baby shampoo.

- Don’t soak vintage china as this can cause problems with the glaze, or even remove gold leaf decoration.

- Avoid acidic substances like lemon juice. If you use lemon in your tea, be sure to remove it quickly after you’ve finished.

- If you want to store your teacups, use a sealable plastic container. Stack carefully, placing a folded tea towel in the bottom of the box and putting a sheet of cardboard over the first layer before adding a second.

If you fancy spreading the vintage love, catering for vintage tea parties is now big business. Sybil Worsley-Cundall runs a company called Once Upon a Teacup in Manchester, providing tea parties for birthdays, hen parties, weddings, baby showers and christenings. She started out by buying a couple of tea sets for a vintage tea party and now runs a successful business.

“Combined with the love I have for sourcing and collecting vintage pieces … sharing my vintage tea parties with others seemed a logical way to go,” says Sybil.

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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/forestdean-walking-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/local-support-groups/regions/ south-west-england/south-forestparkinsons-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,10.30-11.30am: 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 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.

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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 Tel: 01452 830492 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.

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 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 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 Xerox Sports & Social Club Vantage Point Business Park, Mitcheldean, GL17 0DD Xerox SSC has a well maintained clubhouse consisting of a bar, lounge, skittle alley, snooker room and an exceptionally well appointed function room. The club regularly hosts charity evenings & includes a thriving Country/ Western club which holds events every month. There is a floodlit patio and a secure, extensive car-park reserved for members and guests. Annual membership fee £5.20. Tel: 01594 544900 NEWENT Newent Bridge Club In the Sixth Form Centre of Newent Community School We play duplicate bridge every Wednesday (18.45pm for 19.00pm

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...Local Clubs & Societies cont'd 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.

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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.

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 in the W.I. Hut in Dean Road (opposite Orchard Rise). 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: 01595 823411 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 Singers Practice Wed evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm at Pillowell Methodist Church New members welcome. Ladies with an interest in joining please ring 01594 562 485.

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 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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