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A SUMMER OF MEMORIES This month’s editor’s note comes from me, Sarah. I work with Anne at Glos Directories and have done for several years, so I thought it’s long overdue that I introduce myself to you, our lovely readers.

My goodness, it’s August already! As the schools have broken up for their long summer break, I’m hoping we keep this lovely weather so us parents and kids can make the most of it.

It can be hard to find things to do to keep children entertained, particularly if you work.

But a planned day out is always great to have in the calendar. How about the Tibberton Show on the 19th of August for example? The annual event has been running continuously since 1945 and makes for a fun family day out. (See page 11 for more information.)

When I was a child (a long time ago now!), I used to be sent out in the morning after

a hearty breakfast and was told not to come back until tea time. Oh, the things we got up to!

Building dens, climbing trees and swimming in the river to name but a few. Many a time I would come home to my mum looking bedraggled with scratches on my elbows and knees.

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Whilst children today are often drawn to their Xbox or PS4, it really doesn’t take that much to distract them if there’s something better to do. Take a look at the What’s On section in the back of this magazine for some ideas on what you could do with your family this summer. We’ll see you in September when it’ll be nearly Chri… (no, I’m not going to say it!).

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Short Story

Stanley’s Toenails

By Jackie Brewster “Did you bring the sausages?” Peggy whispered, opening the caravan door.

“Course,” Susan said, “are you going to let me in?”

Susan was not in the best of moods.

Her mum and Stanley were at the seaside for their honeymoon, and this was the third time she’d had to drive over to see them.

“What’s up this time?” she sighed.

“It sounded pretty urgent.”

“It’s him.” Peggy nodded towards Stanley who was hunched over a jigsaw.

“He’s got something wrong with his toenails.”

“What sort of something?” Susan said.

“They’re a funny colour.” Peggy lit the grill. “Are you ready for a sausage cob, Stanley?”

“I was born ready,” Stanley said, rubbing his belly.

“Let’s have a look at these toenails first, shall we?” Susan said, “Pop your feet up on the couch Stanley.”

With much grunting Stanley obliged.

At the sight of his toenails, Susan grimaced.

Every nail was the colour of creosote.

“That is odd,” she agreed. “Have you dropped something on them?”

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touched one with her fingertip. It was sticky.

“Thank you, Stanley,” she said firmly. ”Mother, I’d like a word in private.”

“There isn’t anywhere private,” Peggy said. “It’s a static.”

“Let’s step outside,” Susan insisted.

Peggy tutted and removed her apron.

“Are they going to drop off?”

Stanley called as Susan shut the door behind them.

Once out of earshot, Susan turned to Peggy.

“Three times you’ve dragged me out here,” she said. “What’s all this about?”

“That first time I’d forgotten my readers,” Peggy said.

“And the second time?” Susan said.

“When you thought there was a mouse?”

“Just because you couldn’t find it didn’t mean there wasn’t one,” Peggy said.

“Maybe,” Susan nodded, “but can you tell me why Stanley has got brown sauce on his toenails?”

“Sauce?” Peggy feigned surprise.

“I don’t recall. I woke up like this.”

He wiggled his toes. “They don’t hurt or nothing.”

“I’m guessing you put it there,” Susan said.

Susan studied the toenails and frowned.

She reluctantly gave them a sniff. She

“Is someone keeping an eye on the sausages?”

Stanley popped his head out the window.

“Why would I do a thing like that?”

“They’re lovely Susan, from the butcher’s on the parade.”

“So?” Susan said.

“He liked them so much he keeps asking for more,” Peggy moaned, “and there isn’t even a butcher’s on the parade.”

“Just give them a turn, Stan,” Peggy called irritably.

“What does he mean – the butcher’s on the parade?” Susan said. “I brought those sausages just like you asked me to, like I’ve done every time.”

“Hush,” Peggy whispered, “Stanley doesn’t know.”

“Don’t tell me you’ve dragged me all the way out here just to bring sausages?”

Susan folded her arms.

“Don’t be cross, Susie.” Peggy patted her daughter’s hand. “When we got here I needed a bit of time to myself, so I went for a walk.

And when I got back I said I’d been to fetch sausages. I didn’t want to offend him, you see. I just cooked up the sausages I’d brought from home.”

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“Mum, you’ve got to own up,” Susan sighed.

“He’ll think he’s married a compulsive liar,” Peggy said.

Susan laughed. “He’d be right, wouldn’t he?”

“I’ll tell him the butcher has sold out,” Peggy offered, “but what about his toenails?”

“Have him paddle in the sea,” Susan suggested. “It’ll wash off and he’ll think he’s cured.”

“You’re a lifesaver.” Peggy gave her daughter a squeeze. “I’d better get back to Stanley’s sausages.”

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Successful Season for Newent Town A.F.C. Newent Town AFC had an amazing season just gone. Having been invited into the Hellenic system, they managed to win the Division 2 West title at the first attempt, fighting off competition from teams in Gloucester, Stroud, Wiltshire, Oxford and as far away as Swindon.

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A spokesman for Newent Town AFC said: "It will be a busy period for us now. We have a grant from the Football Stadium Improvement Foundation and will need to install floodlights before the dark nights draw in. We are

very much looking forward to this season, then next time around we intend to enter the FA Cup and the FA Vase, which would be quite amazing!”

Having gained promotion in the Hereford league, our Reserve team have now joined Hellenic Division 2 West. This will be a big step up for the lads and they will need to strengthen their team. New players are always welcome, we have a very good pre-season schedule booked. Contact Phil Clarke (Club Secretary) on 07903 965 844 if you are interested.

Established in 1920, this is Newent’s 99th year, let’s hope their Centenary is a good one!

- Debbie Bignell

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THE MARKET HOUSE Newent Town Council’s Newsletter Message from the Mayor – Cllr June Davies Year 6 pupils from Picklenash have been working with the Police to make drivers aware of the dangers of speeding. Several pupils did a speed check outside their school with a speed gun under the supervision of a Police Officer who stopped drivers who were driving above the 30mph speed limit. The pupils then designed posters and I was pleased to be asked to help choose 3 winners.

Please note that the Council does not meet during August, except to consider planning applications.

A Bid for Improvements at the Recreation Ground The facilities at the Recreation Ground in Watery Lane include changing rooms and a clubroom, currently housed in a separate temporary building owned by the Rugby Club which leases the space. An opportunity has arisen to replace the temporary building with a modest but permanent community and recreation facility comprising an activity room, kitchen and toilets. The new facility would be operated by the Town Council and be available to any group that wished to hire it.

FURTHER INFORMATION www.newenttowncouncil.gov.uk Phone 01531 820638 or email townclerk@newenttowncouncil.gov.uk 1st Floor, Newent Community Centre, Ross Road, GL18 1BD - open to the public Tuesday to Thursday, 9.30am - 12.30pm and 2 - 4pm.

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Send stamps to: NEW START CAT RESCUE Used Stamp Appeal Fords Farm Horsey Norfolk NR29 4EP

Auction Anecdote Smiths of Newent’s June antiques sale featured a special section for clocks and watches and included a typical array of Rolex and other wrist watches which all sold well since this is a very strong area at present.

However, readers may well be very surprised to learn that out of a range of attractive antique longcase and mantel clocks it was actually a rather ugly modern clock which reached the top price of the entire event.

Antique longcase clocks are very unpopular at present and sometimes it can be rather depressing trying to find a new home for all but the best examples.

By contrast, high quality modern hand-built regulator clocks seem to be very in fashion with clock enthusiasts getting all excited about the technicalities of the mechanism.

Regulator clocks can often be quite unusual looking as all attention is given by the maker to the complex system of weights and gears which ensure the clock will have the highest level of accuracy. The example in Smiths’ sale was no exception and it was housed in a very functional rather than a decorative case.

It had been made by a retired Admiralty scientist who had been involved in developing the first underwater television to help search for the lost submarine HMS Affray which sank in rather mysterious circumstances with all hands in 1951. He was obviously a bit of a ‘boffin’ and in his later years had taken up the challenge of designing and making his own regulator wall clock.

From previous experience, I knew that these strange clocks can be very popular and so was not at all surprised that once the catalogue went online we had plenty of interest with email requests for further information and images. One buyer was very keen and sent several emails expressing his excitement and arranging to do a telephone bid. By auction day we had three telephone lines booked and the clock eventually sold for £4,200 to the delighted conversational collector. I have also had a further email telling me how pleased he is with his purchase – which is rather nice.

- Written by Rita Kearsey Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent

Monthly Sales of Antiques & Collectables

31st August Sale at 10am With Oriental Section also includes Silver, Jewellery, Ceramics, Glass, Furniture, Pictures & Collectables

Viewing Day prior 10am - 7pm and morning of sale Fully illustrated catalogues available online

Chinese Famille Rose Dessert Service Sold £2,900

Chinese 17th century pair of vases Sold £1,900

Entries Invited 7th, 9th & 14th August 10am-3pm or by appointment

Home visits for larger consignments

Live online bidding available at

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Gardening

LETHAL LEATHERJACKETS

By Pippa Greenwood

Daddy-longlegs or crane-flies are starting to hatch out now – you may have seen their dangly-legged dancing as they get into your house, clattering against the windows and the lights? Maybe they are not your favourite creatures – indeed, many shy away from them! But these are the adults and it is their young – known as leatherjackets – that really cause grief in gardens. If your lawn has yellowing patches on it or you’ve noticed it being ripped up in th e last few weeks, chances are leatherjackets are to blame, and it is likely that the problem will get a lot worse.

So what happens? Well, leatherjackets feed on the roots of grass (and can also cause problems in flowerbeds and vegetable plots) and this may cause the plants they attack to be weakened and even die back; worst of all, these juicy larvae are an extremely tasty snack if you happen to be an animal such as a crow, rook, magpie, badger or a fox. So as soon as there are leatherjackets in your garden, these animals come along in search of 18

them, ripping up your lawn or excavating beds and borders in the process. Lawns are usually worst affected and can be devastated in a matter of days.

What is the best way to check if you have them? Early in the evening, water a couple of the yellowed patches really thoroughly and do the same with a patch that has been ripped up. Next, cover these areas in black polythene weighed down with a couple of bricks or similar. A double layer of black bin liners will do fine or, better still, use an opened-out plastic compost bag as this is particularly thick plastic.

Next morning, lift the polythene and you’ll see the pests on the soil or lawn surface.

So how do you know leatherjackets are to blame? Leatherjackets are even less goodlooking than their parents: greyish-brown, tubular, legless, up to about 4.5cm long and so nearly transparent that you can often see inside them, lunch and all.

You can remove a good number by repeating this black polythene trick –

then, collect up the pests and put them on the bird table where they’ll be a useful source of free and nutritious bird food.

If you want a much quicker, easier and more thorough solution then I suggest you use the biological control nematode ‘Nemasys Leatherjacket Killer’. It is quick and easy to apply – I just use a watering can and water it onto the affected area shortly after I’ve seen the first daddylonglegs and when soil conditions are right, so usually late August to late October. As long as you keep the area moist for about three or four weeks, it works a treat – and is even safe if you have a dog, pet rabbit or other pets (or kids!) who use the lawn.

So how can you get hold of this?

There are two pack sizes available,

suitable for standard lawns or those with a very large area to cover but you won’t find them in garden centres as they have a short shelf life. You can, however, find out more and order them from www. pippagreenwood.com/products in the Protect Your Plants section. We’ll send them out by first class post in an insulated envelope for you to show those pesky leatherjackets who’s the boss!

Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood. com and you’ll find some great gardening items: Nemaslug, green controls for leatherjackets, chafer grubs, ants and greenfly, plus garden plant supports, raised bed kits, Easy-Tunnels, gardening tools, Grower Frames, signed books and more!

You can even book Pippa for a gardening talk at your local gardening club.

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NEW BOUTIQUE OPENS AT LABELS

It seems that more and more big-name clothing brands are clambering to be seen at Labels Shopping, Ross-on-Wye. At a fully sold out and glittering fashion show event in June, the store announced the official opening of their new fashion boutique.

Located at the main entrance on the lower ground floor the new boutique is home to well-known clothing names like Harry Wallace, Desigual, Vero Moda, Vila Clothes, Superdry for both men and women as well as bags, accessories and a selection of makeup.

For the boutique space, Labels have introduced vibrant artwork and décor with contemporary rustic hanging rails and displays.

“We are absolutely delighted to have these popular new fashion brands represented here at Labels,” said Imogen Heath, Labels’ Commercial Director. “The new boutique really does make an amazing showpiece on our lower ground floor.”

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Here at Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre, we pride ourselves on providing the very best of care to all pets, farm animals and horses in and around the Ledbury area.

We have an extensive team of veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses and administration and reception staff, meaning that there is always a friendly, helpful member of our team on the other end of the telephone when you need us for routine appointments, emergency situations or even just some advice and reassurance. It is also worth noting that should you need us out of hours, we do our own 24hr emergency cover, which means that you will speak to our own duty vet.

We are very excited to announce that we are now offering appointments with one of our registered veterinary nurses – Philippa Clarke RVN. Philippa is running Weight Management Clinics for those pets that have recently put on weight.

This involves a strict feeding regime with special calorie-controlled food and regular weigh-ins. She will also be carrying out Post Operative Dental Clinics (4-5 days after your pet has had a general anaesthetic and professional dental work has been carried out). In these appointments, we will be discussing the home care options available to reduce the frequency of dental work being required.

There will also be some routine consultation appointments offered by Philippa, these will include nail clipping.

These appointments will be being held at the surgery on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon between 12pm and 2pm.

If you would like to book an appointment with Philippa, please call the surgery and speak to a member of our team.

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NEWENT & DISTRICT ROTARY CLUB The Club would like to thank Newent Cricket Club and all those who generously supported our Sunday High Tea & Bubbles Afternoon.

The event was in support of the international community, raising much-needed funds for our project to refurbish and further develop the Zilla Parishad School, Pune (India).

During the event, the Club’s Soap Box Racer was officially launched and tested on the outfield of the cricket pitch. It entered its first race at the Richard’s Castle Fun Day on Sunday 8th July and came a creditable 7th out of 20 entries. An exciting and fun day was had by all! The Club would like to thank Lisa and the Briery Hill Llamas Centre, Kilcot for their very kind and generous donation to our charity fund in support of our efforts with the Soap Box project.

YOUTH COMPETITIONS: Rotary is trying to unlock the potential of young people across

the UK by organising youth competitions for schools, youth groups, etc. to compete at local, district and national levels.

Newent Club will be contacting schools over the next month to set up competitions for students in the following activities: Young Chef, Young Musician, Young Photographer, Young Writer, Youth Speaker.

Please contact our Secretary (07794 644 380 or rochehighnam@btinternet.com), or any Newent Rotarian, if you think your school would be interested.

NEW MIDDLETONS STORE FOR ROSS-ON-WYE The Bristol-based Health & Lifestyle brand Middletons has just opened at Labels Shopping, Ross-on-Wye. They offer a range of products including British-made rise and recline chairs and adjustable beds, state-of-the-art mobility scooters, rollators, triwalkers and more.

Directors Ricky Towler and Tom Powell said: “We founded Middletons to empower people to take control of their health and wellbeing. Our products offer customers a way to reclaim their independence, enjoy their freedom and live life without limits.”

In store trained staff are able to offer advice and answer questions and visitors 26

can try out the products in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Middletons is changing the face of mobility retail. Their elegant chairs, settees, and beds have been carefully designed to blend in with customers’ existing furniture and complement a wide variety of homes.

Their scooters utilise pioneering technology borrowed from the motorbike industry and offer a truly modern driving experience.

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Ready in 40 minutes

These crisp filo pastry parcels with a crab and ginger filling make a tasty seafood starter for a special dinner or can be served as nibbles with refreshing drinks on a hot summer’s evening.

• 1 x 230g can crab meat, drained and flaked • 1 tsp grated fresh root ginger • 2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander • 2 spring onions, finely chopped

Cut the sheets of filo pastry into twenty 15cm squares. Take one square and brush lightly with water then top with a second pastry square.

Place a spoonful of the crab mixture in the centre of the square. Brush the edges lightly with water and gather them together to enclose the filling and form a moneybag-shaped parcel.

• 8-10 sheets of filo pastry (see Tip)

Repeat with the rest of the pastry squares and filling to make 10 parcels in total. Half fill a large deep pan with vegetable oil and heat until a small piece of filo pastry dropped in the hot fat sizzles and browns in 20 seconds. Deep fry the parcels, in 2-3 batches, for 2-3 minutes until crisp and golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

Serve warm with sweet chilli sauce for dipping and garnished with shredded spring onion.

• 1 tbsp lime juice • Freshly-ground black pepper

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Mix the crab meat, ginger, coriander, chopped spring onions and lime juice in a bowl. Season lightly with freshly-ground black pepper.

TIP Filo pastry sheets can vary in size so you may

need a few more if they are small. Keep the squares covered with a clean damp cloth or kitchen paper when filling, to prevent the pastry drying and tearing.

NEWENT NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAM The Mobile Police Station will be visiting the following locations on...

10TH & 28TH AUGUST: 9 - 9.30am Gorsley and Kilcot

(Kilcot Inn Pub) 9.45 - 10.30am Kempley (outside

the Village Hall) 10.45 - 11.30am Dymock (on the main

road outside the Garage) 1 - 1.30pm Bromsberrow

(by the school) 2 - 2.30pm Redmarley

(at the Village Hall) 21ST AUGUST: 9 - 9.45am Huntley (by the Village Hall) 10 - 10.45am Highnam (by the shop) 11 - 11.30am Tibberton (by the school) 1 - 1.30pm Pauntley (by the Village Hall) 1.45 - 2.15pm Staunton/Corse

(by the Prince of Wales) 2.30 - 3pm Hartpury (by the school) Newent Neighbourhood Policing Team Phone: 101 Email: Forest.npt@gloucestershire.police.pnn.uk Web: www.gloucestershire.police.uk

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NEWENT EARLY YEARS CELEBRATING 1ST ANNIVERSARY Here at Newent Early Years, we are celebrating our first year in business which has been a huge success. We are a small, friendly preschool which provides exciting, stimulating and fun activities for children.

Newent Early Years was established in May 2017 when Barnardos ceased operating the Children’s Centre. For a while it seemed that the provision might not survive the summer but, with support and encouragement from Gloucestershire County Council, the National Day Nursery Association, GRCC and PATA, Heidi Berry and Dawn Hemmings (two exBarnardos employees) decided to save the services and set up Newent Early Years.

Barely two months after starting the venture there was a complete turnaround in our fortunes, and now we have over 25 children regularly enjoying the facilities. We run a preschool, breakfast and after school clubs and also Stay and Play Session on a Tuesday afternoon from 1pm to 3pm for a nominal charge.

We are now working towards becoming a Curiosity Approach Accredited setting, a wonderful ethos that focuses on Curiosity, Awe and Wonder in Early Years. We strive to ensure that our children are happy, motivated and engaged.

We offer funded (Nursery Education Grant, Achieving 2-year-olds and 30 hours funded) and private spaces at our preschool.

Check your eligibility for 30 hours funding at www.childcarechoices.co.uk.

For more information call 01531 822745, email heidi.berry@newentearlyyears.co.uk or follow us on Facebook.

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AUGUST EVENTS TRAIDCRAFT COFFEE MORNING 4 Aug, 10am - 12pm, Newent Community Centre, Ross Road Traidcraft support and work alongside small-scale farmers, workers and artisans to trade their way out of poverty and help them, their families and communities to flourish.

HIGHNAM OPEN GARDENS 5 Aug & 2 Sept, 11am - 5pm, Highnam Court, GL2 8DP 40 acres of Victorian landscaped gardens surrounding a magnificent Grade 1 house (not open). Admission £5, children free. Light refreshments available in the Orangery.

FREE BAND CONCERT 5 Aug, 2.30pm, Newent Park Tewkesbury Town Band. Bring a chair/rug to sit on. Teas at St Mary's. Donations welcome.

In church if weather bad.

GCX - CHILDREN'S ACTIVITES 13 - 17 August, 2 - 4pm, Newent Community Centre, Ross Rd 3 - 11 years. Games, crafts, stories, drinks and biscuits.

“BE STILL” - QUIET MORNING 18 Aug, 10am - 12pm, St Mary's Church, Newent Exploring deeper and differing ways of listening to God. COMMUNITY CINEMA 18 Aug, Doors open 6pm, Film starts 6.30pm, Newent Community Centre, Ross Rd Family film & refreshments.

Free admission. Children must be accompanied by adults. acox27@btinternet.com MEETINGS ABOUT PRAYER 21 Aug, 7.30pm, St Mary's Church Find out about different ways to pray and learn from each other.

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS: AN INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP Monday 6 August & 3 September, Cheltenham Join me for this interactive 2.5-hour workshop as we take a journey through the 7 main chakras of the human body. You will observe a Chakra Balance and get the opportunity to get your own chakras tested. No prior knowledge or experience necessary.

Mob. 07518 678 032, www.alchemywellbeing.net

LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES ASHLEWORTH & HASFIELD WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Every 2nd Tues, 7.30pm, Memorial Hall Janet Williams: 01452 700320, janet.williams1985@gmail.com BABY & TODDLER GROUP Term time Thursdays, 9.30 11am, St Mary’s Church Newent CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 1st & 3rd Thurs/month, 10am 12pm, Newent Community Centre For people affected by cancer in any way and their carers.

Judy Berry: 01594 811910 CASTLE TUMP WI Every 2nd Weds, 7.30pm, Upleadon Village Hall Gill Bywater: 01531 820294 DOG TRAINING Tuesdays, 6.15 - 7.45pm, Gorsley Village Hall Puppy class 6.15 - 6.45pm, Dogs 6.45 - 7.45pm. 01989 768383 or 07789 497578.

DYMOCK WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 3rd Wed/month, 7.30pm, Dymock Parish Hall Penny Browne 01531 890366, pennybrowne332@gmail.com, or Ann Vizor 01531 890438, coneybury@gmail.com.

GORSLEY MOBILE POST OFFICE Wednesdays, 2.30 - 3.30pm;

Fridays, 2.15 - 3.15pm, Gorsley Baptist Church (upper) Car Park Refreshments available in the Lighthouse.

GORSLEY PRE-SCHOOL Gorsley Village Hall For children from 2 to 5 years old. Karen Taylor: 07743 59599. www.gorsleypreschool.org GORSLEY TODDLER GROUP Tuesdays, Gorsley Village Hall, term time. £2.50 per family incl. craft and a snack. Lissy Millards: 07920 100883, gorsleypre school@yahoo.co.uk HARD OF HEARING CLUB 2nd & 4th Monday/month, 10am - 12pm, St Margaret Mary Church Hall, High Nash, Coleford To help those with hearing impairment feel less isolated and have fun. Elaine: 07971 303958 HARTPURY WOMEN’S INST. 2nd Thu/month, 7.30pm, Hartpury Village Hall Sue Wilkes: 01452 700267, wilkes148@btinternet.com HIGHNAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 3rd Thu/month, 7.30pm, Highnam Parish Rooms, GL2 8DG. Tel. 01452 523966 KILCOT & GORSLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 3rd Tue/month, 7.30pm, Creche

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Room, Gorsley Baptist Church Daphne Toner 01989 720671 or daphnetoner@yahoo.co.uk or Anne Course 01989 721086.

NEWENT & AREA PRAYER FOCUS 1st Wed/month, 8.30am, St Mary's Church Rooms, Newent Come along and pray for everyone in the Newent area with people of all churches.

NEWENT & DISTRICT BRANCH ROYAL BRITISH LEGION 4th Thu/month, 7pm - 8pm, Newent Memorial Hall Discuss local issues, socialise and raise money for good causes. Susanne Britt: secretary. newent.rbl@googlemail.com NEWENT & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB 2nd & 4th Tues/month, Memorial Hall, Newent Secretary 01531 890248 or 07960 463462, or fraser.gunn@live.com.

NEWENT & DISTRICT ROTARY CLUB Tuesdays, 6.45pm for 7pm dinner, Three Choirs Vineyards Restaurant, Newent, GL18 1LS Secretary: 07794 644 380, rotary@newentbb.co.uk NEWENT & DISTRICT U3A 3rd Tues/month, 9.45am 12pm, Newent Memorial Hall Presentations from visiting speakers. £2. www.u3asites. org.uk/newent/events or 01531 820826. 21 Aug: "Ride Round England", William Reddaway.

NEWENT & GORSLEY BRANCH MOTHER’S UNION 22 August, 2pm Garden Meeting at “Silkwood”.

NEWENT BRIDGE CLUB Every Wed (6.45pm meet for 32

7pm start) & Fri (7pm meet for 7.15pm start), Sixth Form Centre, Newent Community School Always a host on Fridays, so you don’t need a partner. www.bridgewebs.com/newent NEWENT CHESS CLUB Thursdays 2pm, Newent Library NEWENT LAKESIDE WI Meet every 3rd Tuesday, 7.30pm Sheppard House, GL18 1TL Colette Arbuthnot 01531 820036, colette.arbuthnot1@gmail.com.

21 Aug: Pudding Night.

NEWENT LIBRARY CLUB 2nd Wed/month, 10.30am 12pm. For anyone who enjoys reading and talking about books. 01531 820447.

PARKINSON’S UK NORTH FOREST (NEWENT) GROUP 2nd Mon/month (except May, July & Dec), 10.30am - 12pm Trioscape Garden Centre Diane Charlesworth: 01452 790628 / dianec88@gmail.com ROYAL AIR FORCE AIR CADETS Join the 186 Newent Squadron on a Mon or Thurs from 7.15pm at Newent Community Centre and see what you can achieve, whether it's sports, music or first aid, we offer a wide range of activities. Between 13 and 17 years (or 12 y.o. and in year 8). Flt Lt Grimshaw 07796 954841. oc.186@ aircadets.org. Facebook: 186 Newent Squadron.

RUDFORD HIGHLEADON & CHURCHAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 4th Weds/month, 7.30pm at Rudford Village Hall Margaret Bullock: 01452 750438 STAUNTON & DISTRICT WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 2nd Weds/month, 7pm,

Lawn Farm, Pillows Green Road, Corse, GL19 3NX Barbara Bubb: 01452 840338, bubb3da@btinternet.com THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLUB 2nd Thurs/month, 2pm, St Mary’s Church, Newent For the older generation; usually includes a speaker followed by tea and cakes.

TIBBERTON & TAYNTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 3rd Weds/month, 7.30pm at Taynton & Tibberton Village Hall Patricia Rackliffe: 01452 790520, pmrackliff@hotmail.co.uk TOWN HISTORY & LIFE DISPLAY Open to public Saturdays & Sundays (except Onion Fayre weekend) until 30 Sept, 1.30 4pm, Newent Market House Ginny James 01531 821904.

Arts and Crafts HUNTLEY ART GROUP Every Friday, 2.30pm 4.30pm, Huntley Village Hall Tutor Jackie Cox. Watercolours, oils, pastels, silk painting, etc.

All levels. Heather Smith 01452 830088 or Mara Ciolfi 01242 678601.

MALSWICK ART CLUB Every Wednesday, 10am 12 noon, Malswick House Conservatory, B4215, GL18 1HE Relax, have fun and experiment with new art techniques in a friendly environment. Suitable for all. Pay as you go basis.

Janice 07884 266947.

NEWENT & DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB MEETING Tuesdays, meet at 7.30pm, Newent Library (parking behind) Workshops, talks and competitions. £2 per evening (visit 3 times before joining).

www.newentdcc.com, info@newentdcc.com.

NEWENT QUILTERS 2nd Thurs/month, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall For beginners and experienced quilters. Sewing challenges, charity quilt projects and next exhibitions. Mags Smith: 07989 059835, newentquilters1@gmail.com

Fitness & Exercise ACTIVE BALANCE & FALLS PREVENTION (FOR OVER 60S) Fridays, Newent Memorial Hall Falls Prevention: 1 - 2pm. Active Balance: 2 - 3pm. Suitable for those with early dementia; speak to your GP/Nurse about a referral or The Exercise Referral Team 01594 812399. £3 per class. Sarah Davies 07914 538616.

ASTON INGHAM BOWLING CLUB Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 - 9pm, Aston Ingham Bowls Club, Orles Green Equipment available.

No experience needed. www.astoninghambowlingclub. co.uk or Rita Hancock 01989 720168 or 07742986904.

GORSLEY BARN DANCE CLUB Last Mon/month, 7.30pm 9.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall Ceilidh and barn dancing.

Previous experience and/or a partner not necessary.

Chris 01989 562934 or Hilary 01989 720105.

MAY HILL COUNTRY DANCE Last Wed/month, 10am 12pm, May Hill Village Hall No previous experience or partner needed.

NEWENT CYCLING GROUP Informal cycling group with

If you have supplied details for us to include your event or club in this section, please check the details. If anything is incorrect or needs changing, please email the details to sarah@glosdirectories.co.uk. If you would like to be at the top of the section and have more details included please contact Sarah on 01242 388367 to discuss our £12+VAT premium entries. rides to suit different abilities. www.groupspaces.com/ NewentCycling, Ann or Steve 01531 821490.

NEWENT LINE DANCERS (INTERMEDIATE +) Thursdays, 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Newent Community Centre Tel. 07725 614774 NEWENT PARKRUN (FREE) Saturdays, 9am, Newent Community School/Forest Leisure Centre, Watery Lane, GL18 1QF 5km run. Register at www. parkrun.org.uk/newent NEWENT SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB Saturdays, 2 - 4pm, Newent Comprehensive School Gym Bowls available. Barbara: 01531 820279 NEWENT WALKING GROUP Sundays, twice a month An informal friendly walking group, full or half days 4 - 10 miles. Alison Jones 01531 820151.

PILATES Wednesdays 6.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall Advanced class. Janet Taylor 07792 942860 or 01989 720233.

WALKING FOR HEALTH Thursdays, 10 - 11am, Meet at Chill Out Zone Short local walk followed by refreshments; for all abilities.

Margaret Highton 01531 820245 or Barbara Woods 01594 562240. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

WALKING RUGBY CLUB Wednesdays, 7pm at the Rec For men and women over 50. No knowledge of rugby necessary. Turn up at the Rec in warm loose clothing and appropriate footwear.

Gardening NEWENT GARDENING CLUB 3rd Thursday/month, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall.

Visitors welcome. Angela 01531 820761, newentgardeningclub@ gmail.com. 16 Aug: An Under Gardener's Tale, Matthew Gacek.

Music NEWENT CLASSICAL BRASS Newent Community Centre An opportunity for all brass players. Graham Chorlton, info@newentorchestra.org, www.newentorchestra.org NEWENT FOLK CLUB Every 3rd Thurs 8pm, The Kings Arms, Ross Rd All musicians and singers welcome. 01531 820687.

NEWENT ORCHESTRAL SOCIETY Weekly rehearsals, The Newent Centre, Ross Rd Bill Anderton 01531 821075, info@newentorchestra.org. www.newentorchestra.org NEWENT ORCHESTRA MUSIC APPRECIATION GROUP Last Fri/month, 3.00pm 4.30pm, St Bartholomew's

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Community Room, GL18 1BX Relax, listen & chat about music. Ginny James 01531 821904, info@newentorchestra. org. www.newentorchestra.org

CAFÉS & PUBS COMMUNITY CAFÉ Mon/Wed & Thur, 10am 6pm, Tues, 10am - 4pm, 36 Broad Street, Newent Coffee & tea, cakes/biscuits and snacks. Fairtrade products for sale. Free Wi-Fi, pool table and garden. 01531 820245 or newentcc@gmail.com.

KEMPLEY CAFÉ 4th Sat/month, 11 - 2pm Kempley Village Hall

KEMPLEY POP UP PUB 3rd Thurs/month, 7.30pm Kempley Village Hall MEMORY CAFÉ 1st Fri/month, 10.30am - 12am, Sheppard House, Onslow Rd For anyone with memory problems or related cognitive issues. Drop in for a chat, no appointment needed.

Vanessa: 01531 821227 MEND & REPAIR CAFÉ 3rd Saturday/month, 10am - 1pm, Community Cafe, 36 Broad St, GL18 1AJ How much better would it be if we could reduce the amount we throw away by fixing our broken stuff? Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they're all about repairing things together.

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MARKETS KEMPLEY PRODUCE MARKET 11 August, 9.30am - 11.30am, Kempley Village Hall Local seasonal produce at good prices. Maggie Bligh 01531 890332, kempleyproducemarket@ gmail.com or www. kempleymarket.com.

NEWENT FRIDAY MARKET Fridays, 9 - 11am, Memorial Hall Local products incl. cakes, preserves & vegetables, cut flowers, plants and cards.

Refreshments.

RUDFORD MARKET Last Sat/month, 10am - 12pm, Rudford & Highleadon Village Hall Home produced goods & refreshments. 01452 790831 or www.rudford.net.

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Natural wood small bird ornament, £11.50, Gisela Graham London: 020 7708 6396; giselagraham. co.uk.

Get the look: SunShine Style • A calm and relaxed vibe is the essence of coastal chic, and colour and texture go a long way towards achieving this. Go all white everywhere, or else think pale paintwork with accents of grey, beige and – of course – blue. Add some touches of natural wood for a lovely contrast.

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• It’s all about the light. Coastal homes are airy and breezy, so maximise light at the windows by hanging filmy curtains or white-painted wooden blinds, and arrange artificial lighting so that a central pendant is supplemented by a versatile selection of wall, table and floor lamps.

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Hartwell double bed, £799, Hartwell wardrobe, £999, Hartwell side table, £225, all Ercol: 01844 271 800; ercol.com.

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