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Dear Reader, Welcome to the March issue of your local community magazine which is packed full of local businesses and fantastic local events, should you be stuck for something to do. March is a busy month with Mother’s Day on the 11th and Good Friday on the 30th. It is also the perfect time to see Gloucestershire's county flower in all its glory by visiting one of the Daffodil Festivals which are being held in Kempley, Oxenhall and Dymock this month. You can enjoy free guided walks, locally produced food, great company and more - have a look at our 'What's On' section for more details. As we head into spring, please remember that the clocks go forward 1 hour on Sunday 25th March! If you have a local business and would like to include your business in this or any of our neighbouring magazines, please email or call our office to request a Media Pack. If you are a local event organiser don’t forget that we can publicise your event in our 'What’s On' section. See you back here next month. Best wishes, Vicky Muller
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Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer ideas and ethos are very much alive in the 22 centres around the country today.
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love and support that person – be that a friend, partner, colleague, parent, child or carer. We know that carers can often feel as frightened and vulnerable as those living with the disease. Someone is diagnosed with cancer every two minutes, and it is estimated that by 2020 half of us will be affected by cancer at some point in our lives. In October, Maggie’s Cheltenham will celebrate its 8th birthday. To date we have welcomed over 60,000 people through our doors, 15,000 last year alone from across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Maggie’s philosophy is ‘don’t lose the joy of living in the fear of dying’. If you know or hear of anyone who is living with or supporting someone with cancer, please do let them know about Maggie’s – everyone with cancer should get the support they deserve! For further information please call the centre on 01242 250611 or email Centre Head Sally Hayes on sally.hayes@maggiescentres.org.
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Cake and Bake Banana and Walnut Loaf If you have overripe bananas in the fruit bowl then don’t bin them – just whizz up this delicious moist loaf cake instead. It will keep for up to 5 days wrapped in greaseproof paper or foil and stored in an airtight tin.
Ingredients: • 175g unsalted butter, softened • 175g light soft brown sugar • 225g self-raising flour • 2 tsp ground mixed spice • ½ tsp baking powder • 3 medium eggs • 75g walnut halves, roughly chopped • 2 large ripe bananas, peeled and mashed with 2 tsp lemon juice • Icing sugar, to dust
Makes 10 Slices Ready in 1 hour 45 minutes, plus cooling time Page 8
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Preheat the oven to 170C, Fan 150C, Gas 3. Grease and line the base and the two long sides of a 900g loaf tin with baking paper.
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Place the butter, sugar, flour, spice, baking powder and eggs in a large bowl and beat with an electric whisk until thoroughly combined - this will take about 4-5 minutes. Fold in the walnuts and mashed bananas.
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Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin and level the surface. Bake for 1hour - 1 hour 15 minutes until risen and golden and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
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Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes then turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely. Dust thickly with icing sugar.
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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre Sarah Gwyer – Further Exhibition in London Artwork by former Newent Community School student Sarah Gwyer is in the spotlight once again as she exhibits at a major London event. The previous Welsh Artist of the Year Finalist, whose Amy Winehouse sculpture attracted attention at the Royal Academy last summer, is one of only 96 artists from 4,000 across Europe to have been chosen for the 'Columbia Threadneedle Prize: Figurative Art Today' exhibition. Described by Time Out as a showcase of 'the best figurative and representational artists from across Europe' and carrying a top prize, which at £20,000 is said to be one of the most valuable art awards in the UK, the show attracts strong talent. The 32-year-old who lives in the Cotswolds is displaying a textile sculpture entitled 'No Pressure Then' at the event being held in Mall Galleries in central London. She said: "I'm so pleased to be part of a nationally recognised exhibition that champions figurative art. It is lovely to show that traditional 'women's crafts', like the cross-stitch included in my piece, can find a place amongst some of the most innovational contemporary artists working in Europe today." Sarah added: "I had the best possible start in my art career at Newent. My teachers were fantastic and I was given a wide range of experience, meaning I can now work in multiple mediums." Alan Johnson, Principal of Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre where Sarah studied from Year Seven to A-Level, said: "It's marvellous to see yet another example of a Newent Community School pupil going on to achieve success." Describing her work as contemporary pop, drawing on influences from Andy Warhol to Damien Hirst, Sarah works in textiles, sculpture and print on the themes of celebrity, consumerism and commercialism. She says she aims to
merge the boundaries between art and craft, pushing traditional ways of working to new levels and audiences. She hit the headlines in 2009 for her debut solo exhibition on the theme of modern day icons, featuring images of Princess Diana, Princes William and Harry, Kate Moss and Kate Middleton with halos. Recognised for several years as a rising star of the art world, Sarah was short-listed for the prestigious Welsh Artist of the Year Award in 2007 for her sparkling bead portrait of Charlotte Church. For further information on Newent School call 01531 820550, email admin@newent.gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.
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Moving House with Children by Kate Duggan kateduggan.co.uk
The thought of leaving friends and going to a new school, coupled with the anxiety of the unknown, can make moving house very unsettling for children. Kate Duggan recently moved house with ten days’ notice. (She wouldn’t recommend it.) Here are some of her top tips for helping children to cope with a big move. InvolvIng your chIld If possible, take your child to see the new house before the move, and explore the area together. Involve them in small decisions: “Where do you think this should go?” “What colour shall we paint your room?” You could also let your child choose some wall decals for their bedroom and a new duvet cover or rug. That being said, they will want familiar items around them. The day before you move, help them to pack a suitcase with everything they’ll need for the next couple of days, including a favourite teddy, a book, a game and so on. Page 12
don’t stress about declutterIng While you may be desperate to declutter ahead of the move, your child may not cope with the extra pressure of giving up toys and clothes, even those that have been languishing in a cupboard for months. Don’t force them into getting rid of things if they don’t want to. You could suggest packing items that they’re not sure about into a box for the loft, with the agreement that you’ll both open it and sort through everything a few months after the move. MakIng faMIly tIMe When your to-do list is three feet long, it’s really difficult to carve out any quality time to spend with your family, but do try. Leaving the boxes for 20 minutes so you can play a board game can help to avoid a potential meltdown later on. All of you will benefit from getting away from the house for a couple of hours now and then, ideally for some fresh air and time to focus on each other.
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A MESSAGE FROM “FORGET ME NOT” MUSIC IS GREAT FOR ALL!
Music has been known to have a positive effect on those living with dementia as it helps to recall memories and emotions boosting brain activity. Here are 5 reasons why:
1. Music can evoke emotion in even the most advanced of Alzheimer’s patients. Emotion can bring with it memory. It has been proven that by pairing music with everyday activities, a rhythm can be developed that helps to recall the memory of that activity, improving cognitive ability over time. 2. Musical aptitude and music appreciation are two of the last remaining abilities in those living with dementia. Because these two abilities remain long after other abilities have passed, music is an excellent way to reach beyond the disease and reach the person. 3. Towards the latter stages of dementia, the ability to share emotions is often lost. Music can often lead to dancing and dancing can lead to hugs, touching and closeness, and sometimes hidden memories. 4. Singing engages more than just the brain. Listening to music and watching others stimulates more mind power than normal. 5. Music can shift mood, manage stress-induced agitation and stimulate positive interactions because music requires little to no mental processing.
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Get Your Soil into Shape by Pippa Greenwood
A fundamental garden need is good quality soil; it is key to bigger flowers and heavier crops. And there is still time to shape up your soil before the gardening season really begins in earnest. Frosty weather can be useful, as it can save work with heavy clay soil. If you roughly dig or fork it over, the frost will act on the large lumps of clay and break them down somewhat, making them more manageable. Most soils can become badly compacted if you walk or stand on them when they are very wet, especially if the soil is clay or slightly heavy loam. If you can’t avoid walking on wet soil, use a few boards or planks as walkways to spread the load and reduce damage. Forking a heavy soil rather than digging with a spade will reduce compaction, but either way the soil surface usually ends up pretty lumpy. Re-forking, breaking up the large lumps, followed by a final raking will help you get closer to that ‘fine tilth’ often described in gardening books. Adding bulky organic matter such as leaf mould, well-rotted manure or garden compost helps feed the soil naturally Page 16
and improves its texture, so that it holds the right amount of moisture for as long as possible – and there is still time to fork this in now. Create free organic matter by making a compost heap or bin, and turn autumn leaves into lead mould, a wonderful soil conditioner. Incorporating some horticultural grade grit or gravel will also help to improve the texture and performance of a heavy clay soil. Avoid builders’ gravel or grit – it can damage or kill garden plants. If you have lots of small stones or larger lumps of flint in your soil, remove them before planting your flowers and vegetables. Some stones are good, but even a lightly stony soil can result in forked or deformed root vegetables. Alternatively, invest in raised beds and fill them with stonefree soil. Manure adds both texture and food for your plants. It should be good quality, with few additives, and free from weeds, especially troublesome ones like nettles, docks and couch grass. In recent years, manure contaminated by the weedkiller used to control weeds in pastureland has devastated plants. Try to buy from
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A colourful gardening month
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We love March for its promise to bring new life and colour to the garden. From delicate white flowers to magical blue Muscari and bright yellow daffodils, the flowers in the garden at this time of year are cheerful and versatile and there is something for everyone to enjoy. March can be an exciting and challenging month for us gardeners. We all know the saying “in like a lion and out like a lamb”, which refers to the fact that it is still very much winter at the beginning of March, while by the end spring has begun. During the month, the weather can be very rough, ranging from icy winds and snow to strong winds, rain and sunshine. With the increase in daylight hours, you will want to spend more time outdoors and start all these jobs you have been thinking about during the winter. As you are out in the garden, you will see plenty of signs of life, which will keep your motivation level high but try to be cautious and avoid planting or sowing too early.
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.
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Gloucester author becomes a bestseller Gloucester author Rachel Sargeant’s latest novel, The Perfect Neighbours, published in December 2017, has reached the top ten in the Kindle bestseller charts, and number one in the British and Irish Kindle crime chart. The novel explores the tensions that arise when a newcomer peers below the polite veneer of an apparently close-knit, expat community and finds something toxic buried beneath. When Helen Taylor moves to Germany with her loving husband Gary, she can’t wait to join the community of British teachers from the local International School. But her new start is about to become her worst nightmare and Helen quickly discovers that the perfect neighbours tell the perfect lies. As soon as the charming family across the way welcomes Helen into their home, she begins to suspect that all is not as it seems. Her unease turns to panic when Gary starts to behave strangely and a child goes missing, vanished without a trace. It’s not long before violence and tragedy strike.
With cracks appearing in the cosy neighbourhood, Helen realises her perfect neighbours are capable of almost anything. The book is available from Amazon and the HarperCollins website.
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Home & Interiors Spring Clean with Style
By Katherine Sorrell
Sweep, brush, wash and scrub. When spring sunlight shows up the corners of your home that need attention, it’s time to pop on your pinny and get to work. And cleaning is so much more enjoyable when the tools you use are both efficient and good-looking.
Tips for efficienT cleaning • For a proper fresh start, begin by tidying all the mess that has built up over the last year. Sort it out into piles of rubbish, things to give away, stuff that needs mending and everything else that needs to find a rightful home. Ta da! You have created much more space in your home and plenty of room to get cleaning. • Be prepared. Work out what jobs you are going to tackle, wear appropriate clothing and gather together all the necessary tools and products. A spacious caddy will come in very handy. • Divide tasks into five key areas: vacuuming, dusting, mopping/ scrubbing, washing and wiping, and polishing. Don’t forget specific jobs such as turning mattresses, spot-cleaning upholstery, cleaning the oven, defrosting the fridge, descaling the shower head and beating rugs. You may also get super-organised and add in those less frequent tasks such as steam-cleaning the carpets or having the chimney swept. • Your basic principles of cleaning should be to work from top to bottom and tackle dry chores before wet ones. Decide whether to do one room at a time or one task at a time throughout the whole house. Put some music on and enjoy the process – your home will be gleaming before you know it. Page 22
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Whether you’re looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, or just fancy treating yourself, we have plenty of goodies to tempt you this month. Jo Malone has released a collection of five limited-edition fragrances, called English Fields. Unusually, several of the scents are based around cereals and grains, such as wheat, barley and oats, giving them a warm, fresh aroma. Choose from Poppy & Barley, Primrose & Rye, Oat & Cornflower, Honey & Crocus or Green Wheat & Meadowsweet. Each 30ml cologne is priced at £47 and is available from www.jomalone.co.uk. The NHS’s My Trusty skincare range is now available to buy from supermarkets and pharmacists. The range is based around skinloving sunflower oil. Clinical scientist Dr Mark Brewin says, “Although originally developed to treat patients with burns and scars, My Trusty is gentle enough for the whole family to use every day. Our users have reported significant benefits on problematic skin conditions.” There are body lotions, hand creams, body butters and a face oil. Each one is lightly scented with essential oils, such as bergamot and neroli, and fragrance-free versions are also available. The best part is that prices start at just £4, and every product that’s bought helps to fund the NHS, see www. mytrustyskincare.co.uk. Page 26
Natural skincare brand Odylique has ventured into makeup for the first time. Every product is packed with organic and fairlytraded natural ingredients and is palm oil-free. If you’re just venturing into natural cosmetics, lipstick is a great place to start. Odylique’s Organic Mineral Lipsticks (£18) are made with nourishing ingredients, such as jojoba oil and shea butter. Created without synthetic silicones they have a matte finish and may feel different to your usual brand, but the colours are great, and they really do soften and protect lips. Available from www.odylique.co.uk. Time Bomb’s Peace & Quiet Coconut Cleansing Oil is a real multi-tasker. It works hard to remove makeup and excess oil, but is really gentle and very nourishing. Coconut oil has antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The cleanser also includes other skinloving, natural ingredients, such as grape seed, sunflower and safflower oils. The result is smoother, softer, clean skin. On its own, the cleansing oil costs £25 from www. timebombco.com, but do check for giftset offers on QVC. At the time of writing, the oil was being offered with the Flashback Nightly Treatment and H2Omega Complexion Cocktail for £54, which is a saving of more than £20 in comparison to buying the products separately. Looking for the perfect gift for Mother’s Day? Green People’s Divine Treat gift box is sure to earn you some brownie points. Featuring the Orange Blossom Cleanser, Exfoliator and Moisturiser, it’s perfect for combination and oily skin. The trio works together to balance skin, unblock pores, hydrate, remove impurities and soften skin. It’s also a real treat for the senses, as each product is scented with orange blossom, spicy black pepper and warming cypress. As with all Green People products, they’re organic and free from SLS, parabens, alcohol, lanolin and artificial fragrances. £50, from www. greenpeople. co.uk.
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Hanging out by the pool is no longer an activity just for humans. Disabled and arthritic dogs can now benefit from a wet workout with the warmth and weightlessness that water affords. Just like humans, low-impact hydrotherapy is essential for rehabilitation from injury and helps treat mobility-related conditions in dogs. Exercising in the non-weight-bearing environment of the pool or the controlled low-weight-bearing environment of the underwater treadmill allows an animal to relieve pressure on sensitive joints and injured tissues. This method of exercise reduces pain and encourages an increased range of movement, 360° resistance training and excellent cardiovascular conditioning. Hydrotherapy at Bilbo’s Pet Spa is used both for fun and fitness as well as for specialised rehabilitation treatments. Every single dog can benefit from waterbased exercise. Unlike the high-impact repetitive action of running or walking, Bilbo’s offers a wide variety of safe, fun, and challenging mental and physical fitness options for dogs of all ages and athletic abilities. If you have an elderly dog, then the non-impact option of the swimming pool or low-impact underwater treadmill and other fitness equipment can be painless options to keep fit and have fun. Overweight dogs can also benefit immensely
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'Dry January' donations help support local cat rescue centre
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Henry when we collected him
Social Media is often portrayed negatively but a charity in Gloucestershire is very grateful for Facebook and the help of a member who, through 'Dry January', has donated over £800 to their cause. Charlie Kawczynski lives in Gloucester and is a volunteer for New Start Cat Rescue. She has already adopted two rescue cats and is very vocal about this on social media. Karen Campbell lives in Denham, Buckinghamshire, and has a cat called Tito. Both ladies have never met in real life but they are both fans of the best-selling author Stephen Leather and became online friends about 4 years ago. They often chat online and Karen admires the work New Start does and has previously supported New Start. This January, Karen’s daughter decided to do 'Dry January' and bet her mum that she couldn’t do it! Karen
Henry a few days Charlie with her foster later after surgery kittens last year accepted the challenge and kindly did so on behalf of New Start. Karen said that she had gotten into the habit of coming home from work and having a glass or two of wine a night so this would be difficult but she did it and raised a grand total of £823.50 with Gift Aid. When Karen was asked why she contributed to New Start, she replied “I chose New Start as I wanted to support a charity that any money raised for would make a significant difference to. I honestly didn’t anticipate making this amount of money so thank you to friends and family and everyone who donated!” New Start Cat Rescue is a small independent charity in Gloucester which homes over 745 cats per year. It relies solely on donations and is different to most charities as it has no paid employees and is run entirely by volunteers. Charlie has helped out there for over a year doing the newsletter and fostering cats. She even asked
Stephen Leather to be one of their patrons as he is a cat lover himself. "For a small charity this money means so very much," said Charlie. "We have had a really busy winter where we have rescued over 80 cats on a local farm and last week we have had a cat handed to us which is ever so poorly. Henry's fur was completely matted and has had to be shaved. He has cat flu and has had to have some of his teeth removed plus the usual neutering, defleaing and deworming." This money will really help towards Henry and others cats and kittens we care for. Charlie and Karen plan to meet in real life in the next few months and Charlie said she will buy Karen a very large glass of wine! More information about New Start can be found via Facebook www.facebook.com/ newstartcatrescue or via their webpage: www.newstartcat rescue.org.uk If you would like to add to Karen's 'Dry January' go to: https://mydonate.bt.com/ fundraisers/charliekaren The link to our My Donate BT page for much needed and appreciated donations is: https://mydonate. bt.com/charities/newstartcatrescue The PayPal account for any donations is: jb@newstartcatrescue.org.uk For any more information, please contact Charlie on 07968 758899.
Local charities to benefit from Santa's visit! Santa in his grotto at Labels Shopping on the outskirts of Rosson-Wye during the run-up to Christmas.
Dressed accordingly, members of the Ross-on-Wye Rotary Club dropped in to collect their cheque from Chrissie Ellis who designed and built Santa’s Grotto at Labels Shopping. Local Ross-on-Wye charities will benefit from the funds raised when children of all ages flocked to visit Page 32
“I really enjoyed my few days at Labels, it was lovely to meet you all!” said Santa. “I’m sorry that I couldn’t have stayed for longer but it’s a very busy time of year for me and I had a lot of presents to deliver... I do hope that you received what you asked me for.” Santa was ably assisted by elves from the Rotary
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Auction Anecdote This month’s anecdote concentrates on an interesting silver designer and raises questions about new technology and online bidding. The lot in question was a rare set of six silver coffee spoons designed by leading British silversmith Omar Ramsden; three of the spoons had rose terminals and three thistle terminals. Omar Ramsden worked from the end of the 19th century until his death in 1939. He was born in Sheffield and studied as a silver apprentice until he met his business partner Alwyn Carr at college. They set up their own business in London and managed to cash in on the Arts & Crafts fashion for handmade silver, working in an unusual quasi-Art Nouveau style. They had studied ‘History of Art’ at the Royal College of Art and many of their designs were historically led, including Gothic, Tudor, Renaissance and Celtic influences. This made them ideal for the many ecclesiastical and municipal commissions they were given while being in tune with the trends of the day. In 1919 Alwyn Carr left the business and Omar worked on, employing up to twenty staff, although he rarely made anything himself. Apparently, he was an expert at marketing and self-promotion – this is perhaps illustrated by his quirky signature ‘Omar Ramsden Me Fecit’ which translates to ‘Omar Ramsden Made Me’. The set of spoons sold at Smiths were consigned by a client from Malvern and, based on a spot of quick research on the internet, were given an estimate of £500/£700. Interest was bound to be generated online by Ramsden collectors and since the online bidding website now allows pre-sale bidding in an eBay-style format, it was possible to see the winning bid in the online catalogue for several days before the auction. In fact, it was the vendor, who had gone online to look at his lots, who rang me up excitedly when he noticed the spoons had a ‘highest bid’ value of £1,150. Displaying online bids like this is meant to encourage further bidding but many auctioneers, including myself, are not terribly keen on the idea as it seems to break traditional auction confidentiality values and spoils the excitement of watching the bidding during the auction itself. On the auction day, I had to start the bidding at £1,150 - this being the next successful bid over the underbid. Of course, with such a strong starting price no further bidding was encountered, which meant we had achieved an excellent sale result but sadly with very little build-up or atmosphere – such is progress! Smiths next Antiques & Collectables Sale is on the 6th April and includes a special section for postcards and stamps. Entries are invited on the 6th, 8th, 13th and 15th March between 10.00am and 3.00pm or by appointment. Please telephone 01531 821776 or visit www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk for further details. - Written by Rita Kearsey Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent
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What‘s On in March Dean Heritage Centre Open every day, 10.00am 5.00pm, Last entry: 4.00pm Camp Mill, Soudley, GL14 2UB
With five galleries spanning over 10,000 years of history, plus outdoor attractions, trails and a woodland playground, the Dean Heritage Centre is so much more than just a museum. Non gift-aid prices: Adults: £7.20, Conc: £6.30, Children (316): £5.40, Family (2 plus 2): £23, Family (2 plus 3): £28. For more information call 01594 822170 or visit www.deanheritagecentre.com. Severn Bore Thursday 1st March Monday 5th March and Friday 30th March - Saturday 31st March, 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.
Perrygrove Railway Open every weekend all year round, and daily during local school holidays, Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure, Perrygrove Road, Coleford, GL16 8QB Adults: £7.00; Seniors: £6.60; Children (3 and over): £5.65; Family (2 adults & 2 children): £24.50. For more information call 01594 834991 or visit: www.perrygrove.co.uk. Newent Onion Fayre Meeting Tuesday 6th March, 7.30pm, Newent Market House New members are needed for fresh ideas and helping hands. Come and be part of Newent's one-day event and support your community. For more information, email onions@newentonionfayre.net or call 07831762735 or 01531 821610. Linton & District History Society Meet Wednesdays, Refreshments from 7.00pm, lectures start at 7.30pm, Linton Village Hall, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7RX A friendly group that meets in the autumn and winter months to arrange and listen to talks on local, national and international topics. 7th March: Founders' Lecture – Dr. Long – Why Islam won the Crusades. 14th March: Chris Barnett – The Universe and Us. 21st March: A.G.M. – Anniversaries. Admission for members: £2.00; nonmembers: £3.00; students in full-time education are free. For more information call Lee Hines on 01989 720262 or visit the Society's website: www.ldhs.net. Easter Wreaths Workshop Saturday 17th & Tuesday 20th March, 10.00am 12.00pm, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7QQ Join Emma of Ruby Florence Designs for an Easter Wreath Workshop. All workshops run in the Café. Cost: £15.00 to be paid directly to Emma on the day. To reserve your place, please visit the Welcome Desk at Labels or email welcome@labelsshopping.co.uk.
Brewery Tap Irish Night Saturday 17th March, 6.00pm - 11.30pm, Hillside Brewery, Holly Bush Farm, Ross Road, Longhope, GL17 0NG The monthly Brewery Tap celebrates St Patrick’s Day with an Irish-themed night – Irish music, Irish food and cocktails. Everyone welcome. Oxenhall Daffodil Festival Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th March, St Anne’s Church: 10.30am - 12.00 noon & Village Hall from 12.00 noon - 5.00pm Free guided walks on both days (bring good walking shoes), starting at 10.00am from the Village Hall. Free coffee and biscuits available in the church from 10.30am until noon on both days. Food will be available until 4.30pm in the Village Hall where homemade Ploughman’s lunches and pasties will be available. Jumble Sale Saturday 24th March, 2.00pm, The Lea Village Hall, The Lea, HR9 7JY Tea and home-made cakes available. Proceeds in aid of HELP FOR CATS, a not-for-profit cat rescue and rehoming group in the Ross-onWye & District area. For more information, find us on Facebook. Paint a Cow Workshop Sunday 25th March, 10.00am 5.00pm, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7QQ Join us for a fun and educational day. You will be part of a small group of people, each with a canvas to work on throughout the day, which you can then take home with you. All materials are supplied. Cost of the workshop is £75.00. To book, please visit www.samantha-morris.com/ collections/beanartist/products/ 1-day-painting-workshop. Annual Daffodil Weekend & Spring Fayre Saturday 31st March & Sunday 1st April, 10.00am - 5.00pm, Dymock Parish Hall, GL18 2AG Trading tables with jewellery, homemade cakes, second-hand books, cards and more in the hall on each day. Light refreshments available, including the always popular cream scones and bacon baps. Guided walk (approximately one hour) to see the wild daffodils available on each day. Walks start at 2.30pm from the Wintour’s Green outside
Wedding Event Kempley Daffodil Festival Thursday 1st March - Saturday Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th 3rd March, Forest Hills Golf March,10.00am - 5.00pm, Club, Coleford, GL16 7QD Kempley Village Hall, GL18 2BP View the Civil Ceremony Room and Free guided walks (bring good Reception tables for a variety of walking shoes) starting at 10.00am. different colours and styles. Talk Food will be available from 10.30am through your day and budget with to 4.30pm in the Village Hall, where Jean the wedding organiser. Call homemade soup, Ploughman’s lunches, 01594 810620 or email office@ rolls and cakes will be available. foresthillsgolfclub.co.uk to book a free appointment. Please mention Forest of Dean Magazine when responding to advertisers.
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...events cont'd St. Mary’s Church. St Mary's Church will be open for an opportunity to visit the Exhibition to the Dymock Poets, Lascelles Abercrombie, Rupert Brooke, John Drinkwater, Robert Frost, Wilfrid Gibson and Edward Thomas. Proceeds go towards the Dymock Parish Hall funds. For enquiries please call 01531 890453 or email jenniferthick@aol.com. An Evening with Dick Brice and Friends Saturday 31st March, 7.30pm, Mitcheldean Community Centre Muscular Dystrophy UK is delighted to announce the return of 'An Evening with Dick Brice and Friends' on Saturday 31st March. Joining the ever popular Dick will be 'Beyond the Blue' and local singer-songwriters Tracey Dixon and Clint Mann. Last year the event sold out quickly so get your tickets early. Tickets at £7 are available from Mitcheldean Library - call 01594 544164. BYO drinks/snacks. FUTURE DATE FOR THE DIARY Chepstow Walking Festival Wed 4th - Sun 8th April, Chepstow
Grab your walking boots and join us for 5 days of walking fun! 35 walks varying in length between 2 – 15 miles to suit most abilities and led by experienced walk leaders. Full programme at www.walksinchepstow. co.uk. Tickets are £5 per walk; different ticket options, including Supersaver ticket (buys as many walks as you wish), available too. Children under 16 free. Ticket price includes transport and free parking in Chepstow if applicable.
REGULAR EVENTS Active Balance Classes Every Monday, 10.30am 11.30am, Goode Courte, Lydney, GL15 5JP £3.00 per session. Exercise recommendation scheme supported by the Forest of Dean District Council. For more information contact the Healthy Lifestyles Team on 01594 812399 or just come along and join in! Page 38
Active Balance & Falls Prevention Classes for Over 60s Fridays, Newent Memorial Hall Falls Prevention: 1.00pm - 2.00pm. Suitable for those with early Dementia; a referral might be required - speak to your GP/Nurse about a referral or contact The Exercise Referral Team on 01594 812399. Active Balance: 2.00pm 3.00pm. £3.00 per class. Classes run by the Forest of Dean District Council. For more information, contact Sarah Davies on 07914 538616. Charity Quiz Night Last Fri 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. Community Litter Pick Every Friday, 10.30am, Meet at Coleford Drop In, The Main Place, Old Station Way, Coleford, GL16 8RH For more information, please call 01594 834436. Forest of Dean Friendship Group Meet one Thursday every month, 10.30am - 12 noon, in a safe, quiet location in Coleford A chance for female survivors of rape, sexual assault and abuse to meet informally. Call 01452 305421 or email info@glosrasac.org.uk if you would like to join us.
In partnership with Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, local deaf charity GDA will be holding free hearing-aid clinics for NHS hearingaid wearers. To book an appointment, please call GDA on 01452 372999. 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. Orchard Trust Gentle Country Walks 3rd Thursday of every month, 10.30am, Orchard Trust Smallholding, Upper Stowfield, GL17 9PD A social event along with some gentle exercise. There will be tea, coffee and biscuits. The walk will take participants around the smallholding, meeting tame livestock along the way. The site is fully accessible for wheelchairs and walking aids. There are plenty of benches along the way should you need a rest and there are also full personal care facilities. For more information, please call Phil or George on 01594 861359 or email learningcentre@orchard-trust.org.uk. Space to Dance Every Friday 1.30pm 3.00pm, Yorkley Community Centre 'Space to Dance' is an opportunity to enjoy yourself through dance in a safe space. Dance to whatever music you like, you can also bring your own if you wish. Entry: £3, or whatever you can afford. The café is open from 3.00pm. For more details phone Vlasta on 01594 564654 or Richard on 07946 295009 or 01594 837874.
LOCAL MARKETS 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.
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Ffion Edwards to sing at Newent Choral Society’s Spring Concert One of Britain’s most promising young singers is set to thrill music lovers in Newent. Young Welsh Soprano Ffion Edwards will perform the stunning Mozart motet 'Exsultate Jubilate' at Newent Choral Society’s Spring Concert on Saturday 24th March. Last year, Ffion (22) won the prestigious Geraint Morris Award for young soloists, to follow her first place at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in the Lieder solo category. She has since been invited to take part as a soloist in the 2018 Festival of Massed Choirs at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The motet, composed when Mozart was still in his teens, is a glorious piece of work and a favourite of sopranos around the world as it allows them to show a wide range and virtuosic ability. Ffion will sing the Mozart
masterpiece under the baton of another rising star on the Welsh and British music scene – Newent Society’s conductor Nia Llewelyn Jones. As well as inspiring the Newent choir with her work, Nia conducts the National Youth Choir of Wales and is singing development leader at Gloucester Cathedral. To continue the city and Welsh connection, Cathedral Director of Music Adrian Partington, one of Britain’s leading organists and conductor of the BBC National Chorus of Wales, will accompany the choral works, alongside a professional orchestra. The concert also includes three choral works by Franz Joseph Haydn, which the society singers have been rehearsing since the new year. The 'Te Deum' is a magnificent choral drama in three parts, originally a commission from Empress Marie Therese,
the wife of Franz I of Austria. Also on the programme is Haydn’s motet 'Insanae et Vanae Curae' and the concert will conclude with a performance of the composer’s acclaimed Nelson Mass, described as "arguably Haydn’s greatest single composition". The concert will take place at Newent School Hall on Saturday 24th March at 7.30pm. Admission is £12, with accompanied under 16-year-olds admitted free. Tickets can be reserved by calling 01989 750528.
Trilogies 1. Who wrote the Tilly Trotter trilogy, consisting of novels called Tilly Trotter, Tilly Trotter Wed and Tilly Trotter Widowed? 2. What was the first film trilogy to have all three of its films nominated for a Best Picture Oscar? 3. Inspiring the name of the oldest daily newspaper in France, what is the name of the main character in a trilogy of 18th century plays by Pierre Beaumarchais? 4. In the 1980s, which British author wrote Berlin Game, Mexico Set and London Match, a trilogy of spy novels known as the Game, Set and Match trilogy? 5. In the 1970s, who collaborated with Brian Eno to record the albums Low, Heroes and Lodger, which became known collectively as the Berlin Trilogy? 6. Which trilogy of novels by Suzanne Collins is set in a nation called Panem? 7. Written by Eoin Colfer and published in 2009 on the thirtieth anniversary of the first book, And Another Thing is the sixth novel in which other author's so-called "trilogy of five parts"? 8. Which 2013 film was advertised as "the epic conclusion to the trilogy of mayhem and bad decisions"? 9. Published in 2002, what was the title of the first in a trilogy of books by Jennifer Worth that was centred around her work in the East End of London in the 1950s? 10. Dad’s Army was the first of what is regarded as writer David Croft’s trilogy of TV sitcoms set during World War Two. Name the other two sitcoms that make up this trilogy. Please mention Forest of Dean Magazine when responding to advertisers.
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LOCAL CLUBS & SOCIETIES Forest of Dean Walking for Health We offer 16 free, regular walks throughout the Forest of Dean. No need to book. They are suitable for all abilities and can range from just 10 minutes to up to an hour. All end at a café or similar so there’s a chance for refreshments and a chat. Full details on our website at www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/ forest-dean-walking-for-health or phone 01594 727014. BREAM Bream Friendship Circle Every Monday, 2.00pm 4.00pm, Bream Community Centre If you are lonely and in need of friendship, then come along and meet like-minded people. Tea & Biscuits, Bingo, Table Top Sales, Mature Isometrics and monthly trips out. For more information call Mrs Selway on 01594 564443. Bream Gardening Society Meets monthly, indoor meetings are held second Tuesday of the month at West Dean Centre in Bream, 7.30 pm. Summer garden trips are organized to different gardens and places of interest during the summer. For additional information contact Secretary, Jennifer Lang, at 01594 719314. Bream Silver Band and Training Band Rehearsals Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, at the Bandroom, Sun Tump, Bream. New members welcome. Contact our Secretary on 01594 564382, for Training Band call 01594 860181. www.breamband.com Bream Rugby Social Club High St, Bream, Lydney Tel: 01594 562320 Bream Sports Club High St, Bream, Lydney Tel: 01594 563094 Forest of Dean Male Voice Choir The choir practices every Monday and Friday evening at the West Dean Community Centre, Bream. New members always welcome. We offer enjoyable taster sessions free of charge. No auditions - just a friendly bunch of guys so join and enjoy their
company and camaraderie. The choir sings at concerts to raise money for various charitable causes as well as at private functions. For more information call Jan Hart on 01594 542671. Forest of Dean Parkinson’s Group Meets at the first Wednesday of the month, 2pm - 3.30pm, West Dean Centre, High Street, Bream, Lydney, GL15 6JW We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer Co-ordinator on 0344 225 3694 jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk if you are interested in coming along, See more at: www.parkinsons.org. uk/local-support-groups/regions/ south-west-england/south-forestparkinsons-group BROADWELL Forest Fibro and Chronic Pain Warriors Meet on the last Wednesday of the month, 11.00am - 1.00pm Forest of Dean Salvation Army, 43 North Road, Broadwell, GL16 7BX Forest Fibro and Chronic Pain Warriors is a peer-led support group for anyone who has Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain or is waiting for a diagnosis. Refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Emma on ffcpw1@gmail.com or 07432 069617. CINDERFORD Causeway Club Edge Hills Rd, Cinderford Tel: 01594 822039 Cinderford Band Contact: Ian Tomlins - Press Secretary, Assistant Secretary and Webmaster for the Cinderford Band. Tel: 01452 723518 Cinderfordband03@aol.com www.cinderfordbrassband.co.uk Cinderford Bowling Club Steam Mills Recreation Ground, Cinderford, Gl14 3JD Tel.: 01594 542004 Cinderford Hanover Court Activities Cinderford Hanover Court, Extra Care Flats, GL142 LQ We offer the following group activities: Every Tuesday: Songs of Praise, 3-4pm with a cup of tea; Wednesday,10.30-11.30am: Trevor Reynaert Tai Chi - £3; Wednesday, 3-4pm: Quiet Corner Book Reading with Mary including the partially sighted - £3; Thursday, 11-12am:
Extend Exercises with Sue; Last Friday of each month, 3-5pm: A social Musical Afternoon with singing, dancing, friendship, tea and raffle £4, monies for a defribulator. Come and bring your friends. For more information contact Celia Large on 01594 824276. Found in the Forest Youth Theatre Sundays, 12.00 - 1.30pm (Ages 7-10), 2.00pm - 3.30pm (ages 11-16), Artspace, Cinderford A fun, practical drama group for anyone aged 7-16. Get involved with acting, drama and performance, have fun and meet some new friends along the way. Each term ends with a performance for friends and family. Contact Jamie@actorworkshop.co.uk or call 07712481991. Miners Welfare Hall Wesley Rd, Cinderford Tel: 07551 032480 Soldiers & Sailors Club 1 Commercial St, Cinderford Tel: 01594 822142 YMCA High St, Cinderford Tel: 01594 823388 COALWAY Coalway Singers Practice every Monday, 7.15pm 9.00pm Pisgah Chapel in Coalway We welcome all ladies or girls aged 16 or over with an interest in music and singing. We are in the process of learning a new repertoire under the direction of our new musical director Sam Davis and pianist Joe Smith. Valerie Harris: 01594 832465 Eileen Avery: 01594 835977 Coalway Ladies Group Meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7pm, Pisgah Hall, Old Road, Coalway, GL16 7JT We have a varied programme of interesting speakers throughout the year. Ladies of 16years onward and visitors are always very welcome. For more information call Anne on 01594 834402. COLEFORD Coleford Bowls Club The Bells Hotel & the Forest of Dean Golf & Bowls Club, Lord's Hill, Coleford, GL16 8BE Tel.: 01594 839417 Coleford Chess Club Every Tuesday, 5.00pm - 7.00pm Main Place, Coleford Library Our free 'just for fun' chess club
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ranges from young novices to experienced league players; so please come along to learn, or brush up on your chess skills in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere.
of railway modelling with anyone who wants to chat, and there is always a warm welcome awaiting visitors and prospective members alike. For more information visit: www.fodmrc.co.uk.
Coleford Hard Of Hearing Club Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month between 10.00am and 12 noon at St. Margaret Mary Church Hall, High Nash, Coleford, where there is ample parking. Our aim is to spread useful information, help those with hearing impairment feel less isolated and have fun. We welcome new members and volunteers, and try to have four special events e.g. Christmas lunch or summer trips each year. For more information please contact Elaine on 07971 303958.
Forest Singers Every Monday 7.30pm - 9.15pm, Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Room, Hawthorns Road, Drybrook GL17 9BX A choir for all ages and abilities, men and women welcome. No need to be able to sing or read music. Really good fun and enjoyable. Contact Anita on 07565 909492 for details.
Coleford Photographic Club 17 Cinder Hill, Coleford, GL16 8HJ New Members Welcomed. All ages, abilities and photographic interests. Tel: 01594 839118. DRYBROOK The A. W. Parker (Drybrook) Band Tel: 01594 543707 www.drybrookband.co.uk Drybrook & District Ladies Choir Practice every Wednesday in Drybrook Bandroom (7pm - 9pm). All ladies, or girls aged 16 or over, with an interest in music and the ability to sing in tune welcome! Tel: 01594 542414; www.ddlc.org.uk Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Every Wednesday, 7.30pm 9.30pm, Drybrook & District Male Voice Choir Room, Hawthorns Road, Drybrook, GL17 9BX A choir for all boys and men who enjoy singing. Contact: 01594 836400 Drybrook Memorial Hall & Social Club Drybrook Road, Drybrook Tel: 01594 543794
LYDNEY Dean Forest Railway Society Open every day (except Christmas & Boxing Day), Norchard Railway Station, Nr Lydney Volunteers wanted in all departments: Operations, Locomotives, Carriage & Wagon, Permanent Way, Signals & Telegraph, Catering, Shop, Telecoms, Events and more. Keep up to date with what's going on at the railway and society by visiting their website and Facebook page. Please pop into the Norchard Railway Station Shop or contact us via volunteering@ deanforestrailway.co.uk or call 01594 845840 if you are interested. Forest of Dean Camera Club Meets each Monday evening at 7.30pm (doors open at 7.00pm). Meetings are held at the Viney St. Swithin Sports and Social Club, Viney Hill, near Lydney. The programme includes talks with advice on various aspects of photography, question and answer sessions and competitions. Progarmme details and information can be obtained on the club website: www.forestofdeancameraclub.co.uk Forest of Dean Sea Cadets Parade Tuesday & Thursday evenings, 7.00pm - 9.15pm Open to young people aged 10-18. Rowing, kayaking, canoeing, D of E, as well we many life skills, i.e. First Aid and leadership. See our website for more details of the varied programme available to all: www.sea-cadets.org/forestofdean. Contact by email forestofdeanscc@ btinternet.com.
Why not come and join our lively, friendly groups? Come along, listen to our guest speakers, and meet the people who run the groups. Annual membership is only £15. For more details visit: www.u3asites.org.uk/forest-of-dean Lydney Community Centre Naas Lane, Lydney, Glos, GL15 5AT Accessible and dementia-friendly building with three rooms and hall to hire for meetings, birthday parties and concerts; Wi-Fi available. White Lotus Classes, Tai Chi & Fitness, Tai Chi Sword, Zumba, Kickboxing, Pilates, Lindy Hop Dance, Painting, Chat and Craft, Women’s Institute, Riverside Church, CAP Unemployment & Debt Counselling, Beast Keep Fit, Jeans Keep Fit, Welcome Trust Tea & Toast, Golden Triangle Club, Jazz 4 U Club, Film Club, Jazz Concerts, Monday Drop in Coffee & Chat, Kids Arts & Craft, Over 60`s Club, Drama Society & Scenesetters. All details of days and times including social events can be found on www.lydneycommunitycentre. co.uk and facebook, or email lydneycommunitycentre@outlook.com. Tel. 01594845704 / 07504565153. Lydney & District Twinning Association We are twinned with Brehal in Normandy. Holding social events throughout the year with exchange visits. A chance to learn and enjoy all things French, food, wine and even the language if you wish. Full details available on our website www.lydneytwinning.org.uk. Lydney & Severnside Flower Club Meet on the second Monday of the month; doors open at 6.30pm for a 7.15pm start, at Lydney Town Hall The Lydney and Severnside Flower Club welcomes visitors to join them to watch professional demonstrators create stunning floral displays. Tea, coffee and biscuits and lots of chats included! For more information, please call Jackie on 01594 860578.
Forest of Dean Model Railway Club Meets in the Parish Room at the United Reformed Church, Drybrook, GL17 9JE, every Monday and Friday Lydney Tennis Club evening from 7pm until about Hams Road, Lydney 10pm (except Christmas and Easter). Tel: 01594 842159 Facilities include test tracks in N, OO and O gauges, areas for browsing the Lydney Training Band library collection or constructing models We rehearse every Monday evening and kits. We have N and OO Rolling from 6.30 til 7.30pm at the Bandroom, Roads and Wheel Cleaning facilities Forest of Dean U3A Swan Road, Lydney GL15 5RU. and a kitchen for teas and coffees Every 3rd Thurs of the month, Training is given by experienced (free). Membership consists of an 1.40pm, Lydney Town Hall and qualified teachers (DBS checked). annual fee, and a weekly sum payable Painting, skittles, whist, photography, All ages welcome including adults. £1 on attendance. We have a wide range three walking groups, bridge, a week covers tuition and instrument. of skills, and are always ready to cribbage, French, art and crafts, trips, provide help and advice to anyone singing and luncheon club are just who asks. We will discuss any aspect some of the voluntary activities offered ...Local Clubs & Societies during each month for the overto50s. Please mention Forest of Dean Magazine when responding advertisers. cont'd Page 41
...Local Clubs & Societies cont'd 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 Page 42
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
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
Mitcheldean Folk Club Every second Thursday of the month, 8pm, The White Horse in Mitcheldean
Newnham Club Newnham Club is a social and sports club situated in a fine building in the centre of the village. In addition to the bar and a family friendly atmosphere it offers a number of activities including skittles, darts, snooker, pool, a garden with a barbecue and an area where you can watch televised sport. It also has a large function room with a bar that can cater for a wide range of events. Tel: 01594 516379
NEWENT Newent Bridge Club In the Sixth Form Centre of Newent Community School We play duplicate bridge every Wednesday (18.45pm for 19.00pm start) and Friday (19.00pm for 19.15pm start). There is always a host on Fridays, so you don’t need a partner. Visitors are always welcome. Full details on our website www.bridgewebs.com/newent. Newent & District Camera Club Meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start (meetings end at 10.00pm), Newent Library New members welcome. Fee of £2. For further information please see our website www.newentdcc.com or email our Chairman on tonycook01@gmail.com. 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-On-Severn, 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
Newnham Garden Club Providing a forum for all species of gardener in Newnham and the surrounding area. The club meets on the third Monday of each month at 7.30pm at the Armoury Hall. The programme is varied and includes talks from specialists and professionals; summer trips to gardens; themed evenings and a Christmas Party. Indoor meetings include a bring and buy plant stall, a raffle, a monthly competition, refreshments and a chance to talk horticulture. Members range from beginners to professionals. Tel: 01594 516165 Newnham Players The group welcomes new members for all aspects of drama from acting and directing to make up and construction, costume skills, props, sound engineers, front of house, etc. For more details visit: www.newnhamonsevern.co.uk PILLOWELL Pillowell Singers Practice Wed evenings from 7.00pm to 8.30pm at Pillowell Methodist Church New members welcome. Ladies with an interest in joining please ring 01594 562 485. RUSPIDGE Ruspidge Garden Club Meets at 7.30pm on the second Wednesday of each month in Ruspidge Memorial Hall. We have a varied programme with talks from horticultural professionals and skilled amateur gardeners. At the indoor meetings there are also refreshments, a raffle, plant sales and friendly exchanges about gardening matters. In addition, we run summer trips
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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 Woolaston Memory Group Every Thursday afternoon at Woolaston Methodist Hall We have all sorts of fun ideas to help you remember the good old days and ways of sharing your experiences with others. Carers are welcome. Call Heather on
01594 529409 or Liz on 01291 620306. Woolaston Silver Steps Active Balance Group Meet every Monday morning starting at 10.30am in Woolaston Memorial Hall Swains Field, Woolaston, Lydney GL15 6SU. This class is a ‘drop in class’ with no need for referral and at a cost of just £3 per session. The class is for those who are still independent and mobile but are concerned about falling or would just like to become more active and be more sociable! The class promotes strength, balance, flexibility and mobility. For more information, please call Gary on 01594 812399.
Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is the support agency for voluntary and community groups in the Forest of Dean. A data base of groups is kept, so if you are looking for an activity or club get in touch. We are also the local volunteer centre. Have a look at www.fvaf.org.uk email help4groups@fvaf.org.uk or phone 01594 822073.
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