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Dear Reader, Welcome to the September issue of your Local Community Magazine. It won’t be long now until the children are all back at school. Is that a sigh of relief I can hear or do you wish the holidays could be a little bit longer? I usually can’t wait for school to start again but this year I could have done with a few more days as we’ve been so busy! As you can see when paging through the magazine, we’re jam-packed with local businesses and local events happening in and around the area. If you would like to add your business to the magazine or an upcoming event to our “What’s on” section, please email office@ glosdirectories.co.uk for more details. A date for your diary is the Speech House Vintage Show which takes place on Sunday 10th September starting at 10.00am and will have displays of vintage vehicles and machinery, children’s amusement, trade stalls, a dog show, falconry displays, live music and much more. Or how about the 16th annual Lydney Model Railway Show which takes place on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th September? There is certainly a lot to choose from this month, see our "What's on" section for more details. Have a great month and see you back here in October! Best wishes, Vicky Muller

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A GRANDE NIGHT OUT Blood Brothers – The Play A story of superstition!

The Grande Royale Theatre Company proudly presents its next adventure with its latest show-stopping tour of Blood Brothers – The Play Version! The show will run from Friday 29th September (7.30pm) until Saturday 30th September (2.30pm and 7.30pm) at Lydney Town Hall, GL15 5DY. Tickets cost £8 for adults and £6 for children (12 or under) and are available from ‘Mum’s Beautiful Mess’, Regents Walk, Lydney, GL15 5RF and 'Viva Couture', 12 High Street, Chepstow, NP16 5XY as well as from the Lydney Town Hall Office (10.00am – 1.00pm). Tickets can also be purchased online at www.ticketsource.co.uk or bought on the day at the door up to 30 minutes prior to the start of the performance.

Rita’, ‘Shirley Valentine’ and ‘Our Day Out’. “I feel extremely proud of all the hard work and effort that has been put into this play. We’ve got an exciting story with some great characters which will give the cast the opportunity to showcase their acting,” said Stage Director Karina Halford. This is an amateur production of Blood Brothers (The Play Version) by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Email granderoyaletc@gmail.com for more information.

Blood Brothers is a story about superstition, be prepared to be taken on a heart-warming journey as you follow the story of twin brothers Mickey and Eddie who are secretly parted at birth and brought up in completely different backgrounds in the city. The play is set in the 1960s and divided into two acts. ‘Blood Brothers – The Play Version’ was written by Willy Russell who also wrote ‘Educating

The Joy of Mastering Bridge Bidding and making a slam for the first time is one of the most exciting experiences in life. A ‘small’ slam is when you make 12 of the 13 possible tricks, a ‘grand’ slam is when you make all 13. And the score reflects the skill you and your partner put into bidding and playing the hand. Even experienced players get a thrill!

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Houseplants Go Home by Pippa Greenwood

Most houseplants need to be just that, plants in houses, but come the summer it usually gives them a real boost to get the higher natural light levels, refreshing (relatively warm) rainfall and seriously fresh air. But now that September is here it is time to bring them indoors – colder nights will cause damage, especially to some of the more tender varieties. Before bringing them in, check your plants over. Use a sharp pair of scissors to remove dead, damaged or dying leaves, cutting back neatly into clean, healthy growth. Next inspect the stems, foliage and any flowers for pests and diseases - it always pays to bring houseplants in totally clean. Look out for white powdery mildew deposits, often accompanied by a bit of leaf yellowing, and check for greyish fuzzy fungal patches caused by the notorious Botrytis or grey mould. Also look for pests like scale insects - tiny brownish elliptical insects which feed beneath leaves or on soft stems, often producing copious quantities of sticky, sugary honeydew - or aphids, which may be found clustered on the more tender, Page 8

newer growth. These must be dealt with before the plants go indoors, as once inside the pests will flourish in the warmer, more protected conditions, and will soon multiply and may even spread. Most problems like these, if caught early, can be dealt with by using scissors or secateurs to snip off infected areas, or by some careful picking off by hand. If you find scale insects, aphids or fluffy patches of mealy bug, there is a brilliant environmentallyfriendly biocontrol that is also safe for you and your pets. For more information, visit www. pippagreenwood.com/products/ protect-your-crops. Next, inspect the pots, including the surface of the compost and beneath the base and rim of the pot itself. If you can, and as long as the plant won’t be damaged in the process, gently ease it out of its pot and check the root ball - this is the perfect place for stowaways like vine weevils, slugs and snails. Not the sort of house guests you or your plants would appreciate, I’m sure. When the check over is complete, gently scrape away the uppermost surface of the compost and replace with the

same quantity of fresh, similar compost, wipe down the sides of the pot and take your plants inside, taking care not to put them anywhere which is too hot, too dry or too draughty for their liking. Once your old favourites are safely re-installed in their old positions and are free from unwanted guests, you may like to treat yourself to a new houseplant or two. There are some wonderful (and good value) houseplants readily available in garden centres and supermarkets now - how about a marvellously elegant moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)? I treated myself to a couple this summer and I know that even with my sometimes erratic care they should keep on performing for years to come! Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com for her ‘Winter thru’ Spring Collection’ of gorgeous UK-grown gardenready vegetable plants ready for delivery in September. You’ll also find many gardening items including growing frames, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and other nematode controls, copper tape, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.

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ARE WE SAFE ONLINE? Advice from the Computer Cookie Computers are encroaching on our lives whether we like it or not; the government has assured us that cheques will stay in use for the foreseeable future but we are being encouraged to use electronic banking, shopping online is becoming the norm and if you want to keep in touch with faraway friends, being connected is a must. However, recent headlines about Ransomware coupled with the constant threat of scams designed to trick us out of our money, suggests that being online is a hazardous place and not for the faint-hearted… As if our computers aren’t confusing enough, we are now expected to contend with sophisticated cyber threats head-on.

So how can you protect yourself and your pc from virtual perils? Keep your computer up-to-date. Although a bit of a nuisance, Windows Updates are important and fix issues and vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious software. Install security. Windows Defender is free with Windows 8.1/10, and for Windows 7 download Microsoft Security Essentials, also free. They provide basic defence, but better than nothing. If you consider buying security software prices will vary and some are more user-friendly than others, but they all provide a shield against threats. If you bank online, your bank will recommend using their protection too which can be downloaded for free. When youngsters are using your pc switch on family protection – surfing options can be limited and unpleasant web content censored. Be vigilant when online. Ignore pop-up warnings suggesting your

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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre A-Level Results Summer 2017

Left to right: Mr Ian Britten (Deputy Director of Sixth Form), James Nunn, Elisha Fenton, Jodie Fletcher, Mr Alan Johnson (Principal), Harriot Farmer, Amber McKenzie, Miss Lissa Rogers (Director of Sixth Form) Left to right: Cerys Barber, Chloe Cullen, Amy Malcolm, Rebecca Millar, Eliza Taylor, Aidan Horton, Conor Nolan

2017 has been another very successful year for our Year 13 students with a 98% pass rate at A-Level as well as in a range of other courses available at the school in the Sixth Form. It is particularly encouraging that we have seen an increase of 5% points in our A*-C pass rate. We are very pleased with all our students performing well against targets based on their prior attainment. Eliza Taylor is to be congratulated on a set of outstanding results, she achieved A*AAB. In addition, Conor Nolan achieved AAAB and will be going to study at Loughborough University. Sophia Von-Tiedemann did remarkably well in 5 subjects with English as her second language; she achieved an incredible A*ACCC and is going to Birmingham University to study Nuclear Engineering. Guy Prosser is heading to Westminster to study Film having achieved impressive results: A*A*C. Chloe Cullen achieved AAB and has taken up a place at Manchester University to study Biology. Other very successful students include Ellie Hathaway who will study Psychology at Swansea University after securing A*BB. Rebecca Miller achieved ABBB in her 4 subjects and will go on to study Drama and German at the University of Kent. Charlotte Hayward will be studying Bio-Chemistry at Nottingham Trent University after achieving her impressive ABCC grades. In addition, Cerys Barber and Joe Tibbles both achieved ABC grades and will also be going to University to further their studies.

There are many other individual success stories, too many to mention them all. Emma Jones is one of a growing number of students taking up apprenticeships; she has secured a fantastic opportunity in the Pharmacy department at Higham Surgery. Students entering employment include Alanna Bee who is now working within the NHS as an Administration Officer at Gloucester Royal Hospital. It has been a great year and needless to say we are very proud of all of our students and wish them every success as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. We are looking forward to welcoming our new Sixth Form students in September who are set to benefit from our exciting new Sixth Form building. We are happy to accept late applications for September 2017. For further information on Newent Community School, please call 01531 820550, email admin@newent. gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

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Ingredients: FOR THE KOFTAS • 350g lean minced lamb ½ red onion, finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, crushed • 2tsp ground coriander • 2tsp ground cumin • 1tsp smoked paprika • 2tbsp fresh chopped coriander • Squeeze of lemon juice FOR THE COUSCOUS • 225g couscous • 3tbsp olive oil • 1tbsp lemon juice • ¼ cucumber, finely diced • 4 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped • 3tbsp fresh chopped mint • 4 tomatoes, cut into chunks • Lemon wedges and mint sprigs to garnish Page 16

To make the koftas, place the mince, onion, garlic, spices, fresh coriander and lemon juice in a food processor. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then process until very finely minced. Divide the mixture into 12 and using clean damp hands, shape each into an oval. Push each oval onto the end of a long wooden skewer (see tip) and place on a foil-lined grill pan. Cook under a preheated medium grill for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through. Meanwhile, make the couscous. Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl and pour over 250ml boiling water. Cover and leave to soak for about 10 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, cucumber, spring onions and mint. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve the koftas with the couscous and tomatoes, garnished with lemon wedges and mint sprigs.

TIP Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes to prevent the ends burning under the grill.

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Craig's Comment While discussions around Brexit can relate to uncertainty at the moment, recent announcements from the UK Government could be positive for our local environment. Earlier in the summer, Environment Secretary Michael Gove announced that farmers across the country will continue to get the £3bn that they get at present after we leave the EU. At the moment this money comes to farmers from the EU. The Government has said that farmers will need to “put the environment first” to be able to benefit from this money in the future. This should be welcomed as there are a great many farmers throughout the District that already do an excellent job in looking after their local environment, with many of these

benefits being passed on to the rest of us as well.

UK Government agrees that their work helps the local need.

Whether it is improving wildlife diversity, preventing flooding, or maintaining hedgerows and footpaths, these are things that go further than just improving the land for farmers themselves.

Parts of Gloucestershire still suffer from flooding throughout the year. Michael Gove’s comments could start the ball rolling for local flood issues to be directly targeted under the Government’s new plans.

As the policy is developed further there is a real opportunity for the Forest of Dean to see further improvements to our local environment. At the moment farmers in the Forest are measured against the same criteria as those in Yorkshire, Spain, and France.

For anyone who has ever experienced local roads being under water or who has lost the use of utilities and services due to flooding, I hope you would agree, that the work that farmers can do to improve our local environment is something that really can benefit us all.

In the future, each area’s own local environmental needs could be taken into consideration as the Government decides what work farmers will be rewarded for through payments. Local farmers who already work hard to help the local area will continue to be rewarded, while those that do work that is presently not seen as beneficial by the EU could be rewarded as well if the

Craig is the District Councillor for Oxenhall and Newent North East. If Craig is your councillor you can contact him on craig.lawton@fdean. gov.uk. To find out who your District Councillor is you can contact Forest of Dean District Council on 01594 810000.

Garden in Goodrich open for the National Garden Scheme A garden in Goodrich is opening its gates to raise money for the National Garden Scheme on the 9th and 10th of September. The National Garden Scheme (which you may have heard referred to as the NGS or Yellow Book Gardens) is celebrating its 90th year in 2017. Since 1927 they have been inviting garden owners to open their exceptional gardens to the public for good causes, giving people unique access to some of Britain’s most beautiful, memorable gardens for around the same cost of a cup of tea and a slice of cake. Over the last 90 years, the NGS has donated £50 million to charities across the UK, thanks to the warm generosity of garden owners, volunteers and visitors – a rich blend of generosity that lies at the heart of the National Garden Scheme. Charites supported include Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK and Carers Trust. Every donation counts with gardens in Herefordshire last year raising over £60,000 between them.

Roy Smith and Jo Ward-Ellison at Poole Cottage in Goodrich hope to help to increase the total raised for the NGS in Herefordshire 2017. Up on the slopes of Coppett Hill above Goodrich, their 2-acre hillside garden has been created with a naturalistic feel, fits well with the local landscape and makes the most of the fine views. It’s a relatively new garden with the first trees and hedges only planted 6 years ago. Roy explains that these formed the main structure of the garden helping to divide it up into different areas. Since then planting has continued with many more shrubs and herbaceous plants providing yearround interest. A favourite group of plants are ornamental grasses, many of which look particularly effective with later flowering perennials as the seasons change and summer moves into autumn. There is a productive kitchen garden, a small orchard and a pond loved by wildlife plus many places to sit and enjoy the views. Poole Cottage Garden will be open

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between 11.00am and 5.00pm on both the 9th and 10th of September. Admission is £4 for adults. Children are free and well-behaved dogs on short leads will be welcomed too. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes will be available and there will be plants for sale. Due to limited space for cars locally all parking will be in the village of Goodrich and for those who don’t want a 10-15minutes stroll up the hill, there will be a shuttle service running on both days. Postcode for Sat Nav: HR9 6HX For more information visit www.ngs.org.uk.

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Swimming is not only fun for dogs, it also does great things for them. Whether your four-legged friend is healthy and you would just like them to have some fun while exercising or whether your dog has physical health issues, swimming will help them improve their range of motion, mobility and overall body condition and will lift their spirits. It’s a great feeling to watch a relaxed dog enjoy the water. Many vets recommend swimming in warm water as an ideal form of exercise for dogs. Research indicates that warm water swimming can help dogs significantly decrease the time it takes them to recover from an injury and helps decrease pain for dogs with conditions such as arthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia, cruciate ligament tears, orthopaedic surgery, stroke, paralysis, muscle degeneration, and pre/post-surgical conditioning. In the case of an overweight dog, it can be difficult to give them sufficient exercise on land without overstressing bones and joints. It may surprise you to know that for a dog a 1-minute swim is the equivalent of about 4 minutes of running as the resistance of the water makes them work harder than when they walk or run. So, swimming burns calories and improves the metabolic rate of dogs. Together with a good diet, swimming can help bring obese dogs to their optimum weights.

Grooming Grooming is an important part of caring for your dog. It not only makes your dog look fabulous but also contributes to their physical and emotional health. Properly clipped toenails ensure that your dog can walk and exercise in comfort. Regular ear cleaning can help prevent and detect painful ear infections. For thickcoated dogs, regular haircuts allow more air to circulate around their skin, keeping them cool in the summer. As grooming involves a significant amount of handling and petting, it also benefits your pup’s emotional state. And as we all know, everybody feels better after a bath!

Bilbo’s Pet Spa @BilbosPetSpa Our groomers are experienced certified professionals, who truly love dogs. We use the quietest dryers on the market and your pup will never be left in a cage during the grooming session. They will have their groomer’s full, hands-on attention throughout the entire session. Our dedicated team pride themselves on ensuring your dog receives only the best care and attention during their visit to Bilbo’s Pet Spa. Your pet deserves to be pampered – and Bilbo’s Pet Spa is the perfect destination! Contact us at Bilbo’s Pet Spa on 01594 844222, email hello@bilbospetspa.biz or visit us at Unit 2 Marina Park, Harbour Road, Lydney GL15 5ET. You can also find us at www.bilbospetspa.biz, Facebook and Twitter.

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Home & Interiors Inspired by Colour

By Katherine Sorrell

dyes could be extracted from other sources, such as ultramarine blue from ground lapis lazuli gemstones or Tyrian purple, where 10,000 boiled snails produced just one gram of dye. the story of colour is the story of society, of fashion, of the way we live, of science, of art – in fact, of mankind itself. We look at all aspects of colour, from its history to this year’s most fashionable shades. Did you know there was a time when green wallpaper could kill? Or that a very expensive dye was made from boiled snails? In the Palaeolithic era about 35,000 years ago - Stone Age man began to create cave paintings using earth pigments mixed with resin, water or glue made from animal bones and hides. For centuries the most widely used natural pigments were extracted from soil and rocks, plants, insects and animals. Ash and chalk were also basics; at a price, however, strong, bright pigments or

Historically, the use of colour was governed by ease of availability and thus cost. The richest colours were always reserved for the most important parts of religious and royal interiors. In the Georgian period, the affordable ‘common’ colours included stone and timber colours, greys and whites – in the form of distemper and white lead. Middle class households would often use the slightly more expensive oil colours such as ‘drab’ (dull brownish grey), olive, pea green and sky blue. More expensive paints included pink, lemon, orange and straw colour, while the most costly were verdigris, ultramarine and smalt, a glittering blue. Everything changed from the early 19th century, when chemists began to develop synthetic colours at lower

cost. Many new colours were developed and old ones were improved - though an exception was Emerald Green, commercially available from 1814 to the early 1900s, as fumes from wallpaper printed with the arsenic-based ink could be deadly. The new Victorian palette included bottle greens, gold, burgundy, crimson, rose, violet and mahogany, as well as intense chemical yellows, blues and greens. Edwardian hues became softer and paler and, ever since, colour has followed the rollercoaster of fashion and scientific advances: from the ‘greeneryyallery’ of the Aesthetic movement to the brilliant white produced by the introduction of titanium dioxide in 1916 and from the sorbet colours of the Fifties right through to the pinks, blues and greens of 2017. It’s fair to say that the modern world of colour has no limits.

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What are this year’s most fashionable colours? greenery: Colour authority Pantone’s colour of 2017, Greenery is described as ‘a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew’. Greenery is ideal for adding pops of colour in the form of cushions, cupboard fronts or vases. It also lends itself

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beautifully to the botanicals trend that’s so hot right now.

and post-pretty, and it’s literally everywhere.

millennial PinK: Also known as Tumblr Pink and Scandi Pink, Millennial Pink is a soft, dusky pink that was inspired by Wes Anderson’s film The Grand Budapest Hotel and the rose gold iPhone. It’s been called gender-neutral

Denim Drift: Dulux’s colour of the year for 2017, Denim Drift is versatile and easy to use in every room of the house, from kitchen cupboards and soft furnishings to floor coverings and entire walls. It’s easy to coordinate with, too.

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Woolaston Memory Group Woolaston Memory Group is led by Heather Cockbain and Liz Pearce. Heather writes: ”I am sure you are aware of the changes that take place, physically and mentally, as we get older. Some suffer more and others less, but we are all headed in the same direction eventually. However, there are many ways in which we are able, with a little effort, to remain healthy in mind and body for as long as possible. In Woolaston, there is a very good exercise group, meeting on Monday mornings at the Memorial Hall. This takes care of many of the minor physical problems, such as stiffness of joints and muscles and by increasing

the strength of our bodies, it guards against falls causing more major problems. At least 30% of those over 65 suffer falls each year.” Liz, who is a retired psychiatric nurse, and Heather, who is a retired occupational therapist, have worked in psychiatric settings in the past and both have experience of working with the elderly. They saw an opportunity to provide group sessions tackling the mental issues. There must be many of us who have experienced forgetful behaviour, it is a common symptom of an ageing brain and nothing much to worry about. However, when these changes get more serious, it may be that dementia is developing. Liz says: “We felt that providing an afternoon of fun, reminiscence and

friendly conversation with others would be worthwhile. We have some memory games, easy quizzes and an opportunity to discuss different aspects of the past and the changes that have taken place. During tea and cakes, there is time to make suggestions of what might be included in future meetings. Some weeks we have music to relax or reminisce too. We also have some tips to help with memory problems in the home or community." Come and join us every Thursday afternoon at Woolaston Methodist Hall for a walk down memory lane. 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.

25 Years Work Anniversary! Afternoon tea was being served up in great quantities at Labels Shopping Rosson-Wye one Monday last month to celebrate the very special anniversary of one of their colleagues, Chrissie Ellis, who has worked for the store for 25 years. Chrissie, who lives in Ross-on-Wye, joined Labels in August 1992, just a year after it opened in 1991 and recalls working in every department over the time. “I’ve loved every minute of working

here at Labels,” said Chrissie. “It really is the people that you work with that make all the difference to enjoying your job.” Chrissie’s creative skills are being put to great use in her latest position, designing and making props for events such as the store’s Christmas grotto, a role that she describes as her dream job. Colleagues and friends put on the party for Chrissie in celebration of her achievement with colleagues from the past and present joining her for a slice of cake and a natter!

Jayne Walters (right) presents her colleague Chrissie Ellis with a bottle of champagne in celebration of her 25th anniversary of working at Labels Shopping.

Labels Shopping provides employment for over 120 local people and is located just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye.

Mayor welcomes new job opportunities Mayor of Ross-onWye, Cllr Nigel Gibbs, and Mayoress, Mrs Gill Gibbs, attended the fourth birthday of the Baileys DIY store last month. In his speech, the Mayor commended the Bailey family for choosing to locate their store at Ross-on-Wye and for providing a substantial number of job opportunities for local people across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire. The family business was started 45 years ago in Abergavenny by

Norman Bailey as a car repair garage. It expanded quickly to sell fuel and added a convenience store. Five years ago, the family purchased the old Rockfield DIY store in the town, just behind their BP garage, renaming it Baileys DIY and shortly afterwards opening their second DIY store in the old Focus building at Ross-on-Wye. The Bailey family’s latest venture is ‘Baileys at Home’, a home, garden and gift store in Frogmore Street, Abergavenny. Still family-owned and -run, the business provides employment for over 80 local people.

Mayor and Mayoress of Ross-on-Wye, Cllr Nigel Gibbs and Mrs Gill Gibbs at the Baileys DIY store, Ross-on-Wye with Ian Bailey (left) and Matthew Bailey (right)

Baileys DIY is located next to Labels Outlet Shopping at Ross Park, on the outskirts of Ross-on-Wye, just off junction 4 of the M50 motorway and is open 7 days a week.

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Auction Anecdote Of course, it is just typical that a very desirable gentleman’s Rolex wrist watch ‘comes along’ just after our annual specialist watch sale in June and so it had to be sold in our July sale which actually had a specialist coins and notes section. However, the wonders of the internet and our online catalogue mean that really one can almost sell anything at any time and interested dealers and collectors can almost instantly track it down. Sometimes, after I have uploaded our online catalogue at around midnight, I have a quick peek at the list of registered bidders a few minutes later. There are always a few keen ‘midnight owls’ who have obviously already traced something of interest and added their details in readiness for the sale the following week. The watch (which was estimated at £800/£1,200) was consigned by a client who had inherited it from his father and worn it himself for many years. He now felt he wanted to buy a new Rolex of his own, especially as this one was in need of a bit of restoration to the dial, which had corroded slightly. The watch was a stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Precision and appeared to be in good working order - although it took me a few minutes reading through the instructions on Google to work out how to operate all the functions when asked by an interested buyer to give a very detailed condition report. Gentleman’s wrist watches are selling very well at auction on the current market as many men seem to be keen on owning at least two or three and there are also a high number of ‘serious’ collectors in the market. So it was not surprising that there was a huge amount of interest with many requests for condition reports and further photographs – despite it not being in the watch sale. In the end, the watch sold for £2,600 after a contest between a determined online bidder from China and the successful UK buyer who was on the telephone. Smiths next sale is on the 6th October and has a special section for stamps and postcards. Further entries are invited on the 5th, 7th, 12th & 14th September, 10.00am - 3.00pm or by appointment. Please telephone 01531 821776 or see the website www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk.

Monthly Sales of Antiques & Collectables Friday 6th October Sale at 10am includes stamps, postcards, furniture, silver, jewellery, collectables, pictures & ceramics

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STAMP APPEAL We need your used postage stamps Used postage stamps can be turned into valuable funds for New Start Cat Rescue What to do: Collect your used postage stamps and those from friends, family, colleagues or local businesses Cut out the stamps leaving a 1/4 inch or 1/2cm border all the way around on a single layer of envelope Pop them into a stamped envelope

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

the Orangery. Craft Workshop at Labels Shopping Thursday 7th September, 10.00am - mid day, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye Fabric Brooch with Emma of Ruby Florence Designs. £15 to include all materials. For more information and the latest news and updates on the workshops please visit www. labelsshopping.co.uk/events. Please register your interest at our welcome desk or by phoning 01989 769000. Royal Herbert Howells Society AGM Friday 8th September, 7.00pm, Melrose, Highview Road, Ruardean Hill, Drybrook, Glos, GL17 9AR

With five galleries spanning over 10,000 years of history, plus outdoor attractions, trails and a woodland playground, the Dean Heritage Centre is so much more than just a museum. Non gift-aid prices: Adults: £7.20, Conc: £6.30, Children (3-16): £5.40, Family (2 plus 2): £23, Family (2 plus 3): £28. For more information call 01594 822170 or visit www.deanheritagecentre.com. 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.

Open Garden in Goodrich Saturday 9th & Sunday10th September, 11.00am - 5.00pm Goodrich, Ross-onWye Poole Cottage Garden in Goodrich will be open to the public as part of the National Garden Scheme which aims to raise money for charity. Admission: £4 for adults, children are free and well-behaved dogs on short leads will be welcomed too. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes will be available and there will be plants for sale. Due to limited space for cars locally all parking will be in the village of Goodrich and for those who don’t want a 10-15-minutes stroll up the hill, there will be a shuttle service running on both days. For more information visit www.ngs.org.uk.

before and after the Second World War. FREE ADMISSION. Bring chairs or rugs to sit on and an umbrella! For more information visit www.4villages. org or call 01594 810966. (Donations towards the maintenance of the Scarr Bandstand gratefully received.) Speech House Vintage Show Sunday 10th September, 10.00am - 5.00pm, The Speech House Hotel, Coleford, GL16 7EL Displays of vintage vehicles and machinery, children’s amusements, trade stalls, dog show and competition, falconry display, live music and much more. A great day out for all the family. Admission is just £6.00 for adults, concessions £5.00 and children 15 and under are free if accompanied by an adult. For more information please visit www.fvvmc.co.uk Highnam Court Vintage Picnic Sunday 10th September, Highnam Court A vintage themed afternoon – bring a picnic (or pre-order one online from Cotswold Chic and just collect on the day) and enjoy the entertainment! There will be an array of musical entertainment, including the Police band and The Femmes, stalls, an ice-cream van, children’s games and Campervin serving alcoholic drinks. Tickets: £10. For more information and tickets, please visit www.lincfund.org. Annual Steam Gala Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th September, Perrygrove Railway, Coleford, GL16 8QB The busiest weekend of the year with with lots going on. There will be visiting railway and road engines, traction engines, intensive timetables and a great atmosphere! Normal entrance fares apply, no need to book. For more information visit www.perrygrove.co.uk.

Scarr Bandstand: "Passing the Baton" Saturday 9th September, 2.00pm, Sling, nr Highnam Court Open Gardens Coleford, Sunday 3rd September and Sunday on the 1st October, 11.00am - 5.00pm, B4228, Highnam Court, Gloucester, GL2 8DP GL16 8JA Come and see the 40 acres of This newly Gloucestershire Gluten-free Food Fair Victorian landscaped gardens restored Saturday 16th September, surrounding the magnificent Grade venue in its unique forest setting is 10.30am - 2.30pm, Churchdown 1 house (this is not open), set out by proud to welcome Wyldwood Arts with Community Centre, Parton Road, artist Thomas Gambier Parry. You can their new theatre production, based on Churchdown, look forward to exciting ornamental local people's memories of the Bands GL3 2JH lakes, shrubberies, woodland areas of the Forest. Scarr Bandstand is the Gluten-free and listed Pulhamite water gardens perfect venue for "Passing the Baton"; foods to sample, with grottos and fernery. There is also for over 100 years, the Bandstand opportunity to talk to a NHS Dietitian an extensive 1-acre rose garden. hosted concerts and some locals still Admission: £5.00 for adults; children have memories of the hugely popular free. Light refreshments available in "Hospital Sunday" charity events from events cont'd...Page 35 Please mention Forest of Dean Magazine when responding to advertisers.

...events cont'd and Coeliac UK staff, cookery demonstrations (at 11.15am and 12.30pm), gluten-free fish and chips on sale, hot and cold drinks available. Admission: £1.00 (under 16s free). Coeliac UK is a charity registered in England and Wales (1048167) and in Scotland (SC039804) and a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (3068044). Registered office: 3rd Floor Apollo Centre, Desborough Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2QW.

A Medium Night with Kevin Lee Bowen Saturday 16th September, Doors open at 6.30pm, Broadwell War Memorial Hall, North Road, Broadwell, Coleford, GL16 7BG The main event starts at 7.00pm. Tickets: £5 on the door. Refreshments available. Private readings available after main event at Kevin’s discretion. The event is brought to you by the Friends of the Chidlren’s Opportunity Centre (registered charity). The Springfield Singers Anniversary Concert Saturday 16th September, 7.00pm, St Mary's Church, Lydney With guest artist Jemima Phillips (harp). Celebrating 33 Cyears ANNIVERSARY ONCERT of singing. Tickets: £516th (children free) SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2017 available p.m. from Choir7.00 Members or contact Lesley ST MARY`S CHURCH, LYDNEY on 01594 529468 or Judith on 01594WITH 840750 07730 896 844. GUEST A/ RTIST Jemima Phillips (harp) email For more information, jjevents@hotmail.com. Celebrating 33 Years of Singing! Tickets £5 (children free) available from

Severn Bore Choir Members or contact Lesley 01594 529468 or Judith 01594 840750 / 07730 896 844 Tuesday 19th September jjevents@hotmail.com Friday 22nd 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. Page 36

Craft Workshop at Labels Shopping Thursday 21st September, 10.00am - mid day, Labels Outlet Shopping, just off junction 4 of the M50 near Ross-on-Wye Fabric Bracelet with Emma of Ruby Florence Designs. £15 to include all materials. For more information and the latest news and updates on the workshops please visit www. labelsshopping.co.uk/events. Please register your interest at our welcome desk or by phoning 01989 769000.

Individual age group prizes and team awards will be presented. There are toilets at the hall and plenty of parking. Entry is £8 for UK Athletics affiliated club members and £10 for others with an extra £2 for entry on the day. For more details visit www. uptonbishop.org and click on village life or enter online at www.runbritain. com. Course Records: Andrew Stephens, Monross Trailblazers 36mins 51secs [2015]. Angela Jones, Usk Running Club 42mins 05secs [2016].

Space to Dance Party Night Saturday 23rd September, 7.30pm 11.00pm, Community Centre, Yorkley Come and dance (or listen) to a variety of music (Disco, Rock & Roll, R & B, World, Latin,...). Bar and light refreshments will be available but bring food to share if you like. Optional: Wear something sparkly. Contact Richard on 01594 837874 or email richardhenson19@gmail.com.

Forest Fibro and Chronic Pain Warriors Wednesday 27th September, 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.

16th Annual Lydney Model Railway Show Saturday 23rd September, 11.00am - 5.00pm & Sunday 24th September, 10.00am - 4.00pm, The Dean Academy, Church Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5DZ

Layouts in scales N to SM32, traders and demonstrators. Adults: £5.00, 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 and free parking. For more information on the Forest of Dean Model Railway Club, please visit www.fodmrc.co.uk. Big Dipper 10K Sunday 24th September, starting from the Millennium Hall, Upton Bishop There will be children’s fun races on the field from 10.30am with the main 10k race starting at 11.00am. Both club and fun runners enjoy the circular course as a scenic challenge. As the name suggests the route is always undulating following country lanes to Kempley and returning via Tan House Lane and Probyn’s Pitch. Do not expect a 10K PB but do expect a friendly atmosphere with all finishers rewarded by a medal and free tea and cakes.

Interior Needs’ Annual 2-Day Charity Event Friday 29th & Saturday 30th September, Interior Needs, Eastern Avenue, Gloucester GL4 3BU (Next to The Weavers Shop, opposite SMYTHS) Well it's here again! We’re opening our doors for two days to host a charity event, taking place in the Interior Needs showrooms. We take the two days to clear out ex-display soft furnishings, blinds, lighting and more at silly prices, with these items up to 50% off or more. 10% of these sales this year will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Society. We combine this with supporting the Macmillan Coffee Morning Appeal, by offering cake, coffee and tea throughout the two days, with all donations going to Macmillan Cancer Support (any cakes donated for our event would be very much appreciated!). We hope to see you there! For more information on Interior Needs, please visit www.interiorneeds.co.uk. Blood Brothers - The Play Friday 29th September, 7.30pm & Saturday 30th September, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Lydney Town Hall, GL15 5DY An amateur production of Blood Brothers (the play version) by special arrangement

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with Samuel French Ltd. Come an join us! Tickets: Adults £8, Children £6; available from Lydney Town Hall, 'Mum's-Beautiful-Mess' in Lydney, on the door or at www.ticketsource.co.uk. Free Cotswold Morris Workshop Saturday 30th September, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Soudley Village Hall, GL14 2TZ An introduction to the fun and challenge of Morris Dancing. All welcome. No prior experience necessary. Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult. No need to book, just come along for all or part of the day. You will be introduced to the basics of Morris and be dancing by the end of the day. Tea, coffee and juice will be provided with a break for lunch. Wedding Open Day Saturday 30th September, 12.30pm - 5.00pm, Brooks Country House, Ross on Wye, HR9 6LL You can experience the beautiful bridal suite, new marquee, restaurant, bar, swimming pool and see the beautiful grounds. To register, please email info@brookscountryhouse.com, call 01989 730211 or just turn up on the day. For more information about Brooks Country House, please visit www.brookscountryhouse.com. Jumble Sale Saturday 30th September, starting at 2.00pm, Lea Village Hall, HR9 7JY Delicious homemade cakes and teas. In aid of cat rescue group HELP FOR CATS. Alice Jones Concert Saturday 30th September, 7.30pm, Kempley Village Hall, Dymock, GL18 2BP Alice Jones is a folk singer, multiinstrumentalist and dancer from Ripponden in West Yorkshire. Hotfooting from her recent international tour, via the main stage at the Sidmouth Folk Festival, she will be playing at Kempley Village Hall. Tickets are £10.00, available from kempleyevents@gmail. com or call Polly on 07854 259093. All proceeds in aid of the Village Hall Restoration Fund.

FUTURE DATES FOR THE DIARY Forest Showcase Food Festival Sunday 1st October, The Speech House Hotel, Speech House, Coleford, GL16 7EL The Forest Showcase Food & Drink Festival is back with over 100 top local and artisan producers, stunning food, real ale and wine,

interesting talks, parent & child cookery lessons, children’s activities, top chef demos, competitions, live music and arts & crafts. A great foodie day out for the whole family! All demos are free (as part of your admission ticket) to enter. Ticket Prices: Adults £5, U18’s £2, U5’s free. Family Ticket £12 (2 adults/ up to 3 children). Newent School Open Days Tuesday 3rd and Thursday 5th October, 10.00am - 12.00pm, Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre, Watery Lane, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1QF For more information visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk. Newent School Open Evening Thursday 5th October, 6.00pm 8.30pm, Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre, Watery Lane, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1QF For more information visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.

REGULAR EVENTS Charity Quiz Night Last Friday of every month, Doors open at 7.00pm, Sixteen Community Café, 16 Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8BA 7.15pm: Talk from charity; 7.30pm: A mouth watering meal; 8.00pm: Quiz; 8.30pm: Raffle; 8.45pm: Vote of thanks. Tickets: £7.50 includes a meal. For more information visit: www.jamiefundraiser.co.uk or contact Jamie on info@jamiefundraiser.co.uk or 07586530907. Coffee & Chat Every Monday, 11.00am - 12.30pm, Lydney Community Centre, Naas Lane, Lydney, GL15 5AT For more information call 01594 845704. Community Get-together Tuesdays, 3.00pm - 5.00pm, Sixteen Community Café, 16 Bank Street, Coleford, GL16 8BA We’ll be sharing food, fun and friendliness. Please join us for a hot meal and good company. If you need help getting there, we might be able to assist – call Kate at FVAF on 01594 822073 or email bestbutties@FVAF.org.uk. Forest of Dean Drop-In Coffee & Chat Every Wednesday, 10am - 12 noon, Forest of Dean Drop In, The Main

Place, Coleford, GL16 8HR Everyone welcome. For more information call 01594 834436. Run by the Independence Trust. Knit and Natter sessions Every Thursday, 7.00pm 9.00pm, Mad Dog Designs at Taurus Crafts, Lydney It doesn’t have to be knitting it can be any craft that can be transported easily! Why not come along and share your ideas! For more information email enquire@tauruscrafts.co.uk. Space to Dance Every Friday 1.30pm 3.00pm, Yorkley Community Centre

'Space to Dance' is an opportunity to enjoy yourself through dance in a safe space. Dance to whatever music you like, you can also bring your own if you wish. Entry: £3, or whatever you can afford. The café is open from 3.00pm. For more details phone Vlasta on 01594 564654 or Richard on 07946 295009 or 01594 837874.

LOCAL MARKETS Coleford Country Market

Every Fri from 9.30am - 12 Noon, beside the Clock Tower in Coleford; Every Sat from 10am - 12 Noon, in Mushet Walk, near the Co-op. We sell home-baked cakes and pastries, home-produced preserves and honey, handmade crafts, home grown seasonal fruit, as well as vegetables and plants. St Briavels Farmers Market First Saturday of every month, 9.30am - 1.00pm, The Pavilion, St. Briavels Produce, patisserie, fish, pies and more.

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Finance

By Ann Haldon

How to Build Up Your Credit Rating at University stage? • apply for a credit-builder credit card These credit cards are for people with no credit history, or a poor credit rating that needs to be rebuilt. In your case, a card such as this will allow you to build up a good credit history, as long as you are sensible and use it in the right way.

Being able to borrow money when you need it is a crucial part of everyday life for most people. It enables you to enter the property market when the time comes, helps you buy your first car, and provides the means to deal with emergencies when they happen. Many undergraduate bank accounts offer a credit card and arranged overdraft facility when you start university, with the overdraft facility often being increased over the following years depending on the risk involved to the lender. Do lenDers think you will Default? This is partly how lenders decide whether or not to accept an application for borrowing – it’s based largely on the risk of default that you present to them. This risk is assessed using your credit file, which contains a credit rating and other information. Building a good credit rating certainly takes time, but when your degree course is finished and you start work, you’ll be thankful for the steps you’ve already taken. So what can you do to help yourself at this Page 38

You should use it each month to pay for regular but relatively low outgoings - your food shopping, for example, or rail tickets. The crucial part is to pay off the balance in full, and without fail, every month. Missing a single payment will instantly damage your credit rating. You will also be charged a high interest rate on the outstanding balance, and late payment fees. Using a credit-builder credit card is one of the most effective ways to build a good credit history if it’s used properly. • Make sure you’re on the electoral register Any lender will want to see that you have a fixed address, and be able to confirm your identity. This increases confidence that you’re trustworthy, but as a student living in halls the best option is to use your home address. You can apply to be included on the register by contacting your local council or using the gov.uk website.

• Don’t exceed your overdraft limit without authorisation Going over your arranged overdraft limit, even for a day, will trigger high interest charges and other fees, but crucially it will also damage your credit score. If you know that you’re going to need extra money for a limited time, talk to your bank and see if they’ll agree to increase your limit, even if it’s only on a temporary basis. • avoid multiple applications for credit If you’re refused credit by one or more lenders it will adversely affect your credit rating, so it’s a good idea to avoid making multiple applications at the same time. • include rent payments in your credit file The Rental Scheme was first introduced in 2016. It involves paying your rent to the landlord through an intermediary, who informs the credit reference agencies that you’ve paid on time. The three main credit reference agencies in the UK – Experian, Equifax, and Callcredit – each hold their own information about your credit history. At some point whilst you’re at university, it would be worthwhile checking with each agency to ensure the information they hold is correct. http://www.savethestudent. org/money/student-banking/ student-credit-rating.html

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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 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 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

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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

LYDBROOK Orchard Trust Gentle Country Walks 3rd Thursday of every month, 10.30am, Orchard Trust Smallholding, Upper Stowfield, GL17 9PD A social event along with some gentle exercise. There will be tea, coffee and biscuits. The walk will take participants around the smallholding, meeting tame livestock along the way. The site is fully accessible for wheelchairs and walking aids. There are plenty of benches along the way should you need a rest and there are also full personal care facilities. For more information, please call Phil or George on 01594 861359 or email learningcentre@orchard-trust.org.uk. LYDNEY 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.

Open to young people aged 10-18. Rowing, kayaking, canoeing, D of E, as well we many life skills, i.e. First Aid and leadership. See our website for more details of the varied programme available to all: www.sea-cadets.org/forestofdean. Contact by email forestofdeanscc@ btinternet.com. Forest of Dean U3A Every 3rd Thurs of the month, 1.40pm, Lydney Town Hall Painting, skittles, whist, photography, three walking groups, bridge, cribbage, French, art and crafts, trips, singing and luncheon club are just some of the voluntary activities offered during each month for the over 50s. Why not come and join our lively, friendly groups? Come along, listen to our guest speakers, and meet the people who run the groups. Annual membership is only ÂŁ15. 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, Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

Forest of Dean Model Railway Club Meets in the Parish Room at the United Lydney & Severnside Flower Club Reformed Church, Drybrook, GL17 Meet on the second Monday of the 9JE, every Monday and Friday Forest of Dean Camera Club month, 7.15pm at Lydney Town Hall evening from 7pm until about Meets each Monday evening at Floral demonstrations at most 10pm (except Christmas and Easter). 7.30pm (doors open at 7.00pm). meetings. Refreshments and raffle. Facilities include test tracks in N, OO Meetings are held at the Viney St. Give yourself a treat! Visitors always and O gauges, areas for browsing the Swithin Sports and Social Club, Viney welcome. Contact: 01594 860 578 library collection or constructing models Hill, near Lydney. The programme Lydney Tennis Club and kits. We have N and OO Rolling includes talks with advice on various Hams Road, Lydney Roads and Wheel Cleaning facilities aspects of photography, question and Tel: 01594 842159 and a kitchen for teas and coffees answer sessions and competitions. (free). Membership consists of an Progarmme details and information Lydney Training Band annual fee, and a weekly sum payable can be obtained on the club website: We rehearse every Monday evening on attendance. We have a wide range www.forestofdeancameraclub.co.uk from 6.30 til 7.30pm at the Bandroom, of skills, and are always ready to Forest of Dean Sea Cadets provide help and advice to anyone Parade Tuesday & Thursday who asks. We will discuss any aspect ...Local Clubs & Societies evenings, 7.00pm - 9.15pm Please mention Forest of Dean Magazine when responding to advertisers. cont'd Page 41

...Local Clubs & Societies cont'd 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

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

Parkend Working Men’s Club Lion Row, Parkend, Lydney Tel: 01594 562566

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.

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

Newent & District Camera Club Meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start (meetings end at 10.00pm), Newent Library New members welcome. Fee of £2. For further information please see our website www.newentdcc.com or email our Chairman on tonycook01@gmail.com.

Lydney 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

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

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 Page 42

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

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 and a longer recess in the Summer. Consisting of amateur artists who simply want to take time out on a regular basis to draw and paint and exchange tips, advice and ideas. £2 to cover room hire and refreshment costs. Tel: 01594 516450 or 01594 516007 Newnham Club Newnham Club is a social and sports club situated in a fine building in the centre of the village. In addition to the bar and a family friendly atmosphere it offers a number of activities including skittles, darts, snooker, pool, a garden with a barbecue and an area where you can watch televised sport. It also has a large function room with a bar that can cater for a wide range of events. Tel: 01594 516379 Newnham Garden Club Providing a forum for all species of gardener in Newnham and the surrounding area. The club meets on the third Monday of each month at 7.30pm at the Armoury Hall. The programme is varied and includes talks from specialists and professionals; summer trips to gardens; themed evenings and a Christmas Party. Indoor meetings include a bring and buy plant stall, a raffle, a monthly competition, refreshments and a chance to talk horticulture. Members range from beginners to professionals. Tel: 01594 516165 Newnham Players The group welcomes new members for all aspects of drama from acting and directing to make up and construction, costume skills, props, sound engineers, front of house, etc. For more details visit: www.newnhamonsevern.co.uk 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

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the indoor meetings there are also refreshments, a raffle, plant sales and friendly exchanges about gardening matters. In addition, we run summer trips to some exquisite local gardens. Visit www.ruspidgegardeningclub.net for more information, or call Sally Graham on 01594 822666, or e-mail Pam Sheppard at psthesquare@talktalk.net. WOOLASTON Active Balance Classes 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.

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. YORKLEY Space to Dance Every Friday 1.30pm - 3.00pm, Yorkley Community Centre Part of the Community Centre's 'Live Well' project. 'Space to Dance' is an opportunity to enjoy yourself through dance in a safe space. You can bring your own music if you wish. Entry:

£3, or whatever you can afford. The café is open from 3.00pm. For more details phone Vlasta on 01594 564654 or Richard on 07946 295009 or 01594 837874. Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is the support agency for voluntary and community groups in the Forest of Dean. A data base of groups is kept, so if you are looking for an activity or club get in touch. We are also the local volunteer centre. Have a look at www.fvaf.org.uk email help4groups@fvaf.org.uk or phone 01594 822073. Get in touch with the Forest of Dean Magazine to have your local club or society listed for FREE!

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