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Dear Reader, Welcome to the October issue of the Newent Magazine. As you can see it is packed full with local events happening in and around the area which is a fantastic feature, especially as we have another half term holiday to look forward to at the end of the month. Also, with Halloween just around the corner, it’s a time of great excitement for children and adults alike. If you are looking for something to do which doesn’t involve dressing up or painting your face to scare people, why not go along to the Forest Showcase Food and Drink Festival. The event is being held on Sunday 2nd October at the Speech House Hotel near Coleford. The festival will have a fabulously wide selection of over 100 local food stalls with tasty treats for all. If you would like to add an upcoming event to the “What’s on” section in the magazine, please email us at office@glosdirectories.co.uk or like our Newent Facebook page and we will be happy to share the event for you. On a different note, we would like to say massive congratulations to the Great Britain Paralympics team. Not only did they beat the amount of Gold Medals won in London, they also broke a vast amount of World Records! It was an excellent display by everyone involved and the whole family certainly enjoyed watching it. Lastly, don't forget that the clocks go back an hour at 2am on October 30th. Best wishes, Vicky Muller
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Richard Denny Your Success Coach The media have called Richard Denny ‘The Millionaire Maker’. For over 30 years he has helped thousands of people into financial wealth, and others into greater achievement and happiness. His lectures, books, videos, DVD’s and CD’s are bought around the world.
Ten Tips for Handling Stress Stress of course can be good for us as it can raise us to new levels of performance but it can, when not controlled, also be an extremely serious illness that may require expert medical treatment which I am most certainly not qualified to discuss. Apparently the three biggest causes of stress at work requiring medical treatment are as follows: Firstly, the mismanagement of time, people not being trained how to manage their time and therefore not being on top of their job. The inability to prioritise, people taking bulging briefcases home which remain unopened leaves them feeling guilty the next day. As we all know nobody can manage time, there are only 60 minutes in an hour and 24 hours in a day. We need to learn how to better manage ourselves in that given time. Secondly, people given a new job and then not being trained how to do it is a massive cause of stress. Thirdly, this is rare in the private sector but common in the public sector and is best described as sheer work overload, with only a once a year appraisal. Prevention of mismanaged stress is obviously worthwhile, so here are the tips: 1. At the end of a day write down the to do list for tomorrow. 2. Now number that list in order of importance, in other words the most important job becomes number one. 3. The following day when you decide to start work begin at number one and keep at it until it has been accomplished and then to number two and so on. If you use that system, there is no known other way of getting more done in a day.
4. Every day give your body a little exercise, walking being one of the best. The exercise gets the oxygen circulating and also gives you thinking time. 5. Give some time to yourself and not feel guilty. Take care of your appearance, hair, clothes, make-up, etc. 6. Always make sure you have something to look forward to. This helps to keep the balance of life right. It might be as simple as meeting a friend or something to watch on TV. 7. Turn off your mobile at designated times. You will survive and so will the world. 8. The old saying, ‘If you want something done do it yourself’, is rubbish and will eventually get you into hospital. Learn to delegate, the true saying is, ‘If you want something done, ask a busy person’. 9. Don’t work long hours, they are for emergency or for the exception, not the routine. 10. Don’t procrastinate, if you were going on holiday tomorrow - what would you be doing today? Yes, you can do that every day.
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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre GCSE Results 2016
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre
We are delighted for our Year 11 students who picked up a great set of GCSE results from Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre in August.
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They showed a fourth consecutive year of strong improvement and rank amongst the very best the school has ever achieved. Students made progress well above the national average with 71% achieving 5A* - C grades (63% 5A* - C including English and Maths), almost half getting at least one A grade and 26 students getting at least five A or A* grades.
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Superb results were achieved in the traditional, academic subjects that make up the English Baccalaureate as well as in our vibrant practical, creative and performing arts departments. Our overall pass rate was 98%. The overwhelming majority achieved the grades they required to take the next step in their lives, whether that be doing A levels with us at Newent, attending college, taking up an Apprenticeship or entering the world of work. We are delighted to report that, thanks to the dedication of our students and staff, the school is going from strength to strength with a very pleasing improvement on last year’s results. We are committed to ensuring that all students achieve their full potential demonstrating high standards in all aspects of their school life from effort, work rate and ethos to conduct, behaviour and good manners. We strive to develop confident, informed and caring young adults who have self-belief and participate in their local, national and international communities; the school provides a wealth of opportunities for students to achieve these aims. Our open days for new students are on Tuesday 4th October and Thursday 6th October (10am to midday) with our open evening on Thursday 6th October (6.00pm to 8.30pm). However, if you wish to visit the school; please don’t wait, make an early appointment to see this fantastic school in action today. For further information telephone 01531 820550, email admin@newent.gloucs.sch.uk or visit www.newent.gloucs.sch.uk.
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Newent War Memorial Public Meeting Newent Local History Society is researching the names on the War memorial in St Mary’s Churchyard with the idea of publishing a book about the men in 2018. During this research it has become clear that there are a number of errors and omissions, and proposals are being considered to put them right. It has been found that there are 18 additional names of Newent men who should be added. In order to move these proposals forward a Public Meeting will be held in the Memorial Hall on October 27th at 8.00pm so that anyone who wishes can express their opinion. A short presentation will be given by the Chairman of the Society to outline the history of the memorial and the problems, and also the possible solutions. All are welcome. Page 9
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Meet Leightweight Tiles Ltd We are a family-run business based in Lydney and are proud to be supplying high quality tiles to both professional companies and the average DIY person.
Our product works on a simple “screw together" basis and is therefore very easy and quick to install. There might be other roofing systems out there, incorporating similar principles, however, what separates us from other suppliers is that we are the only company that manufactures roofing sheets from Poly Propylene, the very same material that is used on high impact plastic car bumpers and wings. It has huge advantages over the metal roof sheets which are widely available on the market. One of the reasons why the industry is buying our product in ever-increasing amounts is that our tiles won't dent or crease, so walking on them during installation
or maintenance is not a problem. Another advantage is that no special equipment is needed for cutting the tiles, and we supply all the matching ridge tiles, verge copings and end caps. You can choose from five different colours and all of our tiles come with a granulated natural stone finish (see picture). All tiles are completely handmade from start to finish using only the highest quality materials. They are suited for conservatories and all light-weight roofing applications, and perform well down to 10 degrees. We also offer a budget tile that is not granulated which works perfectly on garden sheds – so well that re-felting every 4 to 5 years will stop! Thanks to our tile, you will end up with a beautiful profiled roof that can be installed directly on top of your old felt. We have sold our product to many happy customers over the years
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Health
By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk
OCD Awareness Week 9th-15th October
While people may joke about being “a bit OCD,” this trivialises a serious and potentially debilitating condition. OCD Awareness Week aims to correct the misconception that Obsessive Compulsive Disorder merely concerns harmless habits or quirks. What Is OCD? 12 in every 1,000 people suffer from OCD, experiencing a range of compulsions, obsessional thoughts and repetitive behaviours that seriously affect their day-to-day life. On average it’s undiagnosed for 10-15 years, yet 50% of cases are severe, meaning symptoms occupy more than three hours a day. Sufferers typically develop OCD in their late adolescence or twenties, but it affects people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. They may recognise their condition, yet find it hard to believe their compulsions won’t relieve their anxiety or prevent harm. OCD’s four step cycle: 1. Obsession: intrusive, repetitive thoughts, images or impulses. 2. Anxiety: caused by the obsession. Paranoia or a feeling of over-responsibility may develop and sufferers may believe they or their loved ones are in danger from something harmless - or that their actions can prevent or cause unrelated harm. 3. Compulsion: behaviours
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or thoughts patients are compelled to repeat as a result of the anxiety – although often, they’re not realistically connected. 4. Temporary relief when the ‘necessary’ actions are completed. Types of OCD • Checking: e.g. rechecking locked doors or checking that intrusive thoughts aren’t real memories. • Contamination / Mental Contamination: a fear of germs or verbal abuse, which makes sufferers feel dirty/ unworthy. • Hoarding unnecessary and/ or excessive items. • Ruminations (prolonged, time-consuming thoughts on harmless topics) or Intrusive Thoughts (disturbing and repetitive in nature, e.g. imagining violence). What Causes OCD? Genetics: OCD seems to run in some families; this may be a genetic link or ‘learned behaviour’. Brain differences: In some sufferers, imaging shows increased activity and blood flow in brain areas that handle emotional response and a lack of serotonin (a neurotransmitter influencing memory, mood and sleep). Trauma and Emotional Upset: Suffering neglect, abuse, isolation or trauma such as a break-up or bereavement seems to increase vulnerability to developing OCD. Personality: Certain personality traits, such as perfectionism, may increase the likelihood of developing OCD. While many people exhibit OCDtype symptoms when stressed, OCD is only clinically diagnosed
if symptoms: • Consume over an hour a day. • Cause significant distress. • Interfere with ability to function in day-to-day life. OCD symptoms may wax and wane, but if left untreated they usually become more severe. Treating OCD Fortunately, OCD can usually be treated with professional help, although improvement may take several months. CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) encourages people to talk through their fears and behaviours and find healthier ways of thinking. Behavioural exercises including ERP (exposure and response prevention) support patients to face fears one at a time and let obsessive thoughts run their course without ‘correcting’ them with compulsive behaviours. Over time, this challenging treatment can help patients reduce symptoms or sometimes achieve complete recovery. Some people may need medication alongside or before CBT to relieve their anxiety enough to undertake therapy. Medication: SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) increase serotonin levels. At higher doses they’re often highly effective in treating OCD, but need to be taken for 12 weeks before benefits are noticeable. Patients with moderate or severe OCD may need long-term medication. Further Information and Support: • OCD-UK: www.ocduk.org/ contact; Email: support@ ocduk.org; Tel: 0845 120 3778 or 0345 120 3778. • OCD Action: www.ocdaction. org.uk; Email: support@ ocdaction.org.uk; Tel: 0845 390 6232
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SATURDAY 7am-10am Mark Edwards in the Morning • 10am - 2pm Gregg Upwards All Request Saturday • 2pm - 6pm Paul Ellery • 6pm - 9pm All the Hits with Pat Sharp • 9pm - 11pm Totally 90’s• 11pm - 6am Non Stop Sunshine SUNDAY 7am - 11am Roger Noble • 11am - 3pm Sunshine On Sunday • 3pm - 7pm Matt Healey• 7pm - 9pm Totally 80’s• 9pm - 11pm Mike Hollis Soul Show • 11pm - 6am Non Stop Sunshine Page 14
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Join us for our Open Morning, we've been busy dressing up, baking and we've got Blue Peter badges!
The children from wildlife club had a lovely surprise halfway through the school holidays when they received Blue Peter badges in the post. They had each worked hard to submit photographs, drawings and essays on the work they had done and told of the interesting things they had found out about nature. They were given special green badges and they will now get free entry to various attractions and days out around the country. Pauntley helped celebrate 100 years of Roald Dahl in the second week of term and all the pupils and staff dressed up as characters from the books. There were several golden tickets and Willy Wonkas from the Chocolate Factory, a few Big Friendly Giants and Aunties from James and The Giant Peach and Georges with their Marvellous Medicine. They had a day of themed activities and all the children had a go at baking as the infants are studying food this term. The juniors meanwhile, are studying the Victorians and are looking forward to a hands on trip to The Black Country Museum. The school is holding an open morning for prospective pupils on Wednesday 2nd November from 9.30am to 11.30am. Places are available for children aged 4 - 11 years. If you cannot make this date and want to visit our school in action, you can contact Head teacher, Mr Chris Ward, at Pauntley School office on 01531 820053. admin@pauntley.gloucs.sch.uk www.pauntleyschool.com
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Howle Hill Nursery Acer Week Howle Hill Nursery have had a busy year so far. After coming back from Chelsea Flower Show and the RHS Malvern Spring Show with Gold Medals, they have been busy at their offices on Howle Hill, designing domestic gardens – large and small. "We've had a fantastic year on the 'show circuit', however our private gardens are at the business' heart and there really is something brilliant about re-visiting a garden 10 years on to see its progress and growth� says Peter Dowle. The growers and nursery workers outside are gearing up for an exciting Autumn- with much care going into the company's vast collection of Japanese Maples that are starting to change colour, as well as tending to a large variety of specimen trees and plants that the nursery stocks. In celebration of the Japanese Maple in full colour, Howle Hill Nursery welcome visitors for a special week starting Monday 17th to Saturday 22nd October (9.00am - 5.00pm)
at the picturesque Nursery in Rosson-Wye, Herefordshire to witness the acers in their Autumn glory! General Opening Times: Mon - Fri (9.00am - 5.00pm) Saturdays (9.30am - 5.00pm) T: 01989 567726 E: enquiries@howlehillnursery.co.uk W: www.howlehillnursery.co.uk
Cake and Bake Chocolate & Orange Battenburg Cake This cake looks really impressive but it’s easy to make – just two flavoured sponge cakes cut into thin strips and wrapped in marzipan.
Ingredients:
1. Preheat the oven to 180C, 160C fan, Gas 4. Sift the
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2. Divide the mixture equally between 2 bowls and
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225g self-raising flour 1tsp baking powder 225g caster sugar 225g butter, softened 4 medium eggs, beaten 2tsp finely grated orange zest 1tbsp orange juice 1tbsp cocoa powder blended with 1tbsp hot water 4tbsp apricot jam, warmed and sieved 450g marzipan
Makes 2 Cakes (each serving 8) Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes, plus cooling
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flour and baking powder into a large bowl and add the sugar, butter and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is pale, smooth and creamy.
fold the orange rind and juice into one bowl and the blended cocoa powder into the other.
3. Spoon each mixture into separate greased and base-
lined 18cm square shallow cake tins and level the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cakes are risen and just firm to the touch. Cool for 5 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Trim the edges from each cake then cut each cake
into four even-sized strips. Using a little of the jam, sandwich 2 of the chocolate strips with 2 of the orange flavoured strips to create a chequered effect oblong cake.
5. Roll out half the marzipan on a surface dusted lightly
with icing sugar to an 18 x 30cm rectangle. Brush the top of the assembled cake with a little more jam and press onto the marzipan. Brush the remaining sides of the cake with jam and carefully wrap the marzipan all around the cake. Use your fingertips to crimp along the top edges of the cake. Repeat with the remaining cake strips and marzipan to make a second cake.
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Auction Anecdote Time is ticking on and I am finding it incredibly hard this month to choose which item from our September auction to write about so I am just going to have to start by telling you about items that I have decided not to write about. I am not going to tell you about the Victorian oil painting of three lurchers by a fireside which made £1400 and I am also not going to tell you about the GCHQ document box which had been picked up at a car boot sale for next to nothing but made a surprising £410 to a bidder online. This then narrows the field down and allows me to focus on some of the jewellery items from the sale. Autumn is a fantastic time to buy and sell jewellery as all the specialist dealers start to stock up with the best they can find ready for Christmas. Smiths September sale had a very pleasing selection of antique jewellery from a variety of private clients including a lovely Art Deco diamond ring consigned by an elderly couple from within the town itself.The platinum ring featured a central stone measuring approximately half a carat surrounded by a stepped plaque of further diamonds.The ring was given a very ‘sensible’ estimate of £400/£600 and was eventually knocked down to the London trade bidding online for £820. Other antique pieces which sold very well included a very pretty Edwardian pearl set pendant of unusually high quality – pieces in this style can often be a little flimsy - but this necklace was exquisitely made and felt quite heavy in the hand. The lower pendant part of the necklace could also be detached giving an option for a slightly less dressy style – once again this type of option indicated the high quality of the piece.The necklace was purchased by a Birmingham jewellery specialist for £410 whilst she also picked up a fine Victorian turquoise set pendant with hair locket to the reverse which made £350. Antique jewellery such as discussed in this article is not generally of the type that many of us would choose to wear (even on a big night out) and although we might admire its beauty it is often left to specialist dealers and collectors who actively seek out high quality pieces in good condition. I love antique jewellery and I am always personally gratified to see it make good prices and move on to new homes where it will be appreciated and hopefully worn and enjoyed. Smiths next sales are on the 7th October and 11th November – entries for the November sale, with a special section for silver and jewellery, are invited on the 11th, 13th, 18th & 20th October 10am-3pm or by appointment. - Written by Rita Kearsey Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent
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Alan Johnson joined Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre as Principal in September 2016, having been Headteacher of Aldercar High School in Derbyshire. Mr Johnson, who originally comes from Portsmouth gained his BA (hons) degree in Fine Art and Sculpture, before starting his career as a teacher in the United Arab Emirates. His career to date has given him the opportunity to work in a wide range of secondary schools, both in the United Kingdom and abroad. He has worked in large comprehensive and small independent schools, in mixed and single-sex education. He has extensive senior management experience across a wide range of settings as Headteacher, local authority adviser and Ofsted inspector. Mr Johnson lives in Herefordshire with his wife, three children and two dogs. Mr Johnson is a keen sculptor and relishes the opportunity to be creative in his spare time. He says that he is extremely proud to be Principal at Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre and that it is a real privilege to work with such a dedicated team of professionals and superb young people. "Under my leadership the school will remain committed to meeting the needs of all students- both academically and pastorally. Our school is quite rightly at the heart of our community. Our children deserve the best possible start in life and I passionately believe that Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre will give them that positive start." "We are a school that offers a broad and balanced curriculum to our students supported by a vast range of additional opportunities and extra-curricular activities. We are a caring school where all staff support and encourage students to achieve their best. I am proud to be the Principal of a happy, healthy and safe school where students develop as independent, mature and confident young people who leave us ready to make a positive contribution to their community. The school is moving from strength to strength. Our recent examinations results are amongst the best the school has ever seen, with many more students of all abilities achieving above all expectation." Mr Johnson is passionate that Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre continues to be the high achieving school of choice for parents and students. He welcomes you to visit the school and see our fantastic staff and students in action. Page 26
Great Newent Bake Off Last month, Newent Community School Students (Year Seven) were invited to compete in the popular cake-making challenge. Many students rose to the occasion and got whisking and icing to enter their creations which were successfully sold by The Friends of Newent School at the Onion Fayre. This year’s winners of the popular event, now in its third year, were: COLLINGWOOD HOUSE: Christian Wells for his gluten free cake! Second: Rachel Edwards Third: Charlotte Parry Highly commended: Ollie Russell MOUNTBATTEN Vice Principal Mr Phillips HOUSE: Lucy Ayre with Newent Bake Off Second: Lily Warner contestants Third: Jessica Hill Highly commended: Sidney Smith NELSON HOUSE: Zoe Cartwright Second: Aimee Morris Third: Jake Gough Highly commended: Chelsea Searle & Kyra Clark Principal Alan Johnson said: "It's great to see Newent Community School pupils displaying more of their talents while really enjoying themselves and getting involved in the community. I am delighted to have begun my new role as Principal of such a thriving school and look forward to building further links with it over the coming months. Our aim is to be 'outstanding' in all areas and these outstanding cakes are just a taste of things to come!" Design Technology teacher Pippa Palmer who organises the event added: “The activity is a fun House competition which gives all children an opportunity to show their flair and talent and also raise awareness about the fundraising carried out by The Friends of Newent School. The students have been keen to enter a cake and parents have told me they have been practising during the summer. It is an honour and privilege to be able to provide a platform for our young people to display their talents using food as a medium.” During the past two years this event has raised more than £1,000 towards enriching additional provisions for students.
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Middle East. Early Art Deco furniture was exclusive and luxurious, made from costly materials such as hardwoods, lacquer, mother of pearl, shark skin, tortoiseshell and leather, and frequently featured extravagant veneering and inlaid decoration. However, as the style spread, designers employed the latest technologies and less expensive materials, such as stainless steel, chrome and Bakelite plastic. In the States it became known as Streamlining, and its curvy lines were the must-have look for new buildings, with a fine example being the 102-storey Empire State Building, completed in 1931. In terms of furniture, the Art Deco look was low and upright in design, featuring geometric outlines with rounded corners, and often the shell, fan or sunburst shapes that are key to this style. The coffee table and the cocktail cabinet had recently been invented. Fitted kitchens became increasingly widespread, while the Art Deco bathroom featured solid yet elegant shapes and glamorous looks, with plenty of chrome and bevelled-edge mirror. To decorate walls, botanicals or geometrics were frequent motifs, while upmarket homes might have lacquer or wood panelling, mirror tiles or even trompe l’oeil murals. This was the era of parquet flooring, perhaps with the addition of a
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Update on Forest Policing by Inspector Steve Chester I hope you enjoyed the most pleasant of summers for many years in the Forest of Dean, weather-wise. The crime figures from 1st April to the end of August are exactly the same as for the same period last year. The only worrying trend over the summer has been an increase in opportunist thefts and burglaries by mobile criminals, particularly in rural and more isolated locations. These crimes are difficult for us to prevent and detect due to the enormous area a few officers have to cover and the many hundreds of miles of roads and lanes within it. That is why it is so important to report any suspicious activity to us. I appreciate people are reluctant to challenge potential criminals, although they are likely to give an excuse such as “I am looking for my dog”, or present a map and ask you for directions, rather than become nasty with you. If registration numbers of vehicles are obtained and descriptions of the occupants, it will make our job of finding out whether they were up to no good much easier. If you are unlucky enough to become the victim of a crime, please report it via the 101 number, which is a flat rate call of 15p, irrespective of how long you are on the phone to us, or by using the Constabulary’s website. To find it, tap in “Gloucestershire Police UK” on the internet and click “Contact Us”, then “Report a crime or incident”. Even if you believe there is little we can do to identify the offender, please tell us about it; there may be a trend in your area, or there may be other scenes nearby where there is evidence we can use to link to your crime. Officers patrol areas based on recent intelligence, so if they are unaware of offences having occurred, they are unlikely to be in those locations to deter further crimes or catch the culprits. We need to have details of stolen property, so when we find items during searches of suspects’ homes or vehicles, we can often charge them with additional offences and reunite
the property with its rightful owners. With this in mind, it is worth keeping a record of the make, model and serial numbers of garden machinery, bicycles, etc., as many families are likely to keep hundreds of pounds worth of equipment in outbuildings that are far less secure than their houses. Over the summer, we were alerted by many residents of Newent about anti-social behaviour and crime, much of which is associated with alcohol and drug abuse, especially around the lake. As a result, you may have noticed increased patrols in the town including our mounted officers to enforce the alcohol exclusion zone and the Law generally.
Police patrols have found there are many children out late at night at risk of exploitation or harm. The officers have my instructions to remove children they believe to be in danger and take them back to their parents or carers. Road safety is a continuing priority. There is a “Drive for Life” event to be held this month at Wyedean School aimed at students there who are, or will be young drivers. It features presentations from Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue, the Police, our Family Liaison Officers who assist the relatives of people who have died, and relatives of young people who have lost their lives on our roads. I am sure this will have a big impact and hope it makes younger drivers, who are statistically far more likely to be involved in collisions, more aware of the perils of motoring. We are not neglecting our senior citizens as the Forest’s PCSOs have put on ‘Don’t be tricked’ events aimed at warning our older residents about cold callers and unscrupulous traders who may seek to defraud them of their savings. This initiative was funded by the PCC and involved the local officers visiting care homes and
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vulnerable people to present them with a short series of plays around crime prevention, internet and bank safety. A number of scenarios were enacted by the drama students of a local school to show how criminals may try to trick people into unnecessary work on their homes, or over-charge them for other services. Several agencies attended to provide their advice, including health, social services, transport and Neighbourhood Watch. The Constabulary’s website has a very useful “What Do I Do If?” section under which you can find out what to do if: you have a road traffic collision; you are worried about a child, be that sexual exploitation (CSE), physical abuse, or neglect; you have concerns about an elderly neighbour; suspect care home abuse; or believe someone is suffering domestic abuse. There are links to other independent agencies that can help too, such as; Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Services (GDASS) 0845 602 9035, National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247, and “Glos Take a Stand”. There is also useful crime prevention advice for your business or home, so I recommend you take a look. Each town in the Forest retains their named constables, who are supported by PCSOs and have geographical accountability for the town and the parishes adjacent; Lydney (PC Phil Hopkins), Coleford (PC Leanne Sterry), Cinderford (PC Julie Evans) and Newent (PC Rob Mortimer). In addition; Tidenham has PC Nick Assirati, West Dean PC Henry Davies, and the A48 corridor PC Rob Dix. They are there to help their neighbourhoods deal with local problems and spend most of their time on their respective areas. We also have 5 teams of officers based at Coleford which provide 24/7 cover for incident resolution and investigations. We have posts at Newent Library, Belle Vue Centre in Cinderford and at the Community Fire Station in Lydney, where the public can make appointments to speak to their local officers, or drop by at specific times. Remember that the evenings are getting darker and your homes will look unoccupied if you do not leave a light on, or there is no vehicle on the drive when you are out. Bear this in mind to make your property less of a likely target for criminals. Thanks. Page 33
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Computer Corner by Emily Trenwith A-Z of Computing - G is for Gaming Your child has been playing quite happily on the gaming apps on their tablet, but one day they come to you and say they need a better PC as they can’t play any “proper” games on it. Help! Games come in all sorts - from educational puzzle solving, to the more grown up Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and Grand Theft Auto. They are rated in a similar way to films - 3, 7, 12, 16 and 18, to help you judge what may be suitable for your child. They should also include descriptors on the back of the packaging, to identify why the rating was applied, including Bad Language, Discrimination, Drugs, Fear, Gambling, Sex, Violence - and Online Gameplay to indicate it can be played online. For more information on ratings please see www.pegi.info. Games for consoles are easy to identify, but make sure you don’t confuse your XBox with your XBox One, as older consoles will not be able to play the newest games, and sometimes vice versa. As long as what it says on the box matches what you have at home (including required accessories, such as the motion sensor Kinect - Kinect based games will not work without it), then you should be ok. When it comes to PCs though, some games require more computing power than others. Generally speaking (this information may go out of date as soon as I type it!) you will need a PC with at least 4GB RAM and a 2.0GHz or higher processor - preferably quad-core or more. Individual games should indicate the minimum specification required to run them - but this is a minimum level. To make the most of the gameplay and incredible graphics that they feature, you will need more memory, a high speed processor and a dedicated graphics card. This is a component that plugs into your motherboard, with special memory chips whose sole job is to process graphics. Adding more memory and a graphics card to your existing desktop PC (sorry laptop owners!) is the easiest way to update it to be game ready - graphics cards start at around £40, and can go up to hundreds of pounds, but you want one with at least GDDR3 or GDDR5 video RAM that supports DirectX 11. If all of the above still leaves you in the dark, or you have any other IT problems or queries, please get in touch on newent@gmt-solutions.co.uk or the number below - or pop into our NEW premises at 32A Broad Street, Newent!
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Tools Of The Trade by Pippa Greenwood
With the arrival of autumn, there is plenty of maintenance work needed in the garden. Using the right equipment will ensure that jobs are completed as easily and quickly as possible. It really is worth buying as good a quality garden tool as you can afford. Poorly made and badly designed tools can work out a lot more expensive (and frustrating!) in the long run, so start with a few good ones and build up gradually. A good quality fork and spade are essential and they need to be sturdily built. The neck and head of the spade should be moulded from one piece of metal for added strength. The shaft is usually constructed from wood or metal and you should make sure that it is firmly attached at both the head end and the handle. Ensure the metal parts have been treated to prevent rust. A hand fork and trowel are essential for smaller jobs such as weeding or gardening in confined spaces, and they are also great for moving and dividing smaller plants, for planting bulbs and for mixing up small amounts of compost. It is definitely worth feeling the handle to ensure that that the Page 38
grip is comfortable. Next decision: stainless steel or coated steel? Stainless steel does not rust and many people find they move through the soil better, but they are pricey. Coated steel tools are much cheaper and provided you keep them clean and oil them periodically and at the end of each season, they last well. You will need a hoe for weeding between small plants and for aerating the surface of the soil. Sharpen your hoe regularly and it will last for ages and slide rapidly and easily through the soil. Most hoes have a 1.5 metre (5 foot) shaft but if you are very tall, then longer ones are available from some manufacturers. My favourite is the SpeedHoe, UK designed and with an unusual almost heart-shaped head with a blade running around all edges and a pronged rear, making it the easiest and most effective hoe I’ve ever used. A spring-tined rake is really useful because it has thin flexible wire tines which make it perfect for raking up lightweight debris and fallen leaves or, of course, lawnmower clippings. Although a garden rake can
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PETS Microchipping doesn’t hurt your dog, and no anaesthetic is needed. It can be carried out by a vet, in pet retail outlets, re-homing centres, or via charity organisations such as Dogs Trust who carry out the procedure free of charge. What if your dog isn’t microchipped? If you don’t microchip your dog you risk a fine of £500, and even criminal prosecution in some cases. You’ll receive a warning notice giving you 21 days in which to comply. Dog wardens and other enforcers including community support officers have the right to seize your dog and make sure it is microchipped, and to reclaim the cost from you later. It’s also a requirement under the new legislation that your contact details are kept up to date on the approved database. http://www.petplan.co.uk/microchip-dog-law-info/ https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/help-advice/ microchipping/microchipping-faq-page By Ann Haldon
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Fireworks and Guy Fawkes Night Many pets become anxious and frightened when fireworks are going off. Some become extremely distressed and unlike us, they do not understand why there are loud bangs and flashes outside. The signs include: • Trembling or shaking • Clinging to owners • Barking excessively • Cowering and hiding behind furniture • Trying to run away • Soiling the house • Pacing and panting • Refusing to eat The most natural thing for us to do as owners is to comfort and reassure our pets when they are demonstrating fearful behaviours, however, sadly in this situation it can make the problem worse. The best thing we can do to help our pets is to be prepared in advance. There are a number of ways, that we can help to ease the
stress levels, including: • Provide a covered den for your pet to hide away in • Keep doors, windows and cat flaps closed after dusk • Take your dog for a walk well before fireworks are likely to begin • Have the curtains drawn and lights on – this will help to mask the flashes • Have the television or radio on slightly louder than normal – this will help to block out the bangs • There are numerous chemical methods of improving your dog’s or cat’s stress levels during the firework season. In dogs we use plug in diffusers called Adaptil or Adaptil collars, which need to be applied at least a few days before the firework season. In cats a very effective pheromone de-stress aid is Feliway diffuser which is also a plug in. • We also have numerous calming drugs which can help calm and
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Golden Years
Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning
My mother, like most people of her generation, is not much given to public displays of emotion, and one of the very few occasions when she has ever admitted to breaking down in public was on 21st October 1966, when news of the Aberfan mudslide was broadcast. Aberfan was egregious among disasters not just for the number of dead, 144, but for the proportion of children among the fatalities: 116 or half the children in the village. What made it appalling was that it was not a natural disaster at all. It was man-made. It had been foretold. And the authorities had done nothing to prevent it. Spoil from the Merthyr Vale Colliery had been piling up on the spongy sandstone hillside overlooking the village, near Merthyr Tydfil in South Wales, for more than 50 years. In 1963 the local council started warning the National Coal Board that the spoil-heaps were becoming unstable due to the many springs and even a stream underneath them. The NCB responded with bland assurances but at 9.15 on that fateful day, just as the children of Pantglas Junior School were Page 44
returning from assembly to their classrooms, those assurances proved hollow as 40,000 cubic metres of saturated shale tore down the hillside and smashed into the school. If the mudslide had struck 10 minutes earlier while the pupils were still in the assembly hall, which was undamaged, no-one need have died. But the timing was only the first of the morning’s cruelties, for worse was to come as hundreds of frantic villagers rushed to the school in a vain attempt to dig the children out. People from neighbouring villages joined in, clotting the narrow roads and obstructing the trained rescue teams deployed to the disaster from local collieries. As a result, hardly any children were dug out alive, and bodies were still being recovered days later. The national sense of shock and grief was profound. Here was a disaster that could have been avoided, but where every circumstance conspired to deepen the tragedy, and where the victims were mostly children. Even the Queen, a young mother herself at the time, was seen to shed tears on her visit eight days after the disaster. And then the National Coal Board, instead of admitting responsibility, started a cover-up. There was national outrage when the head of the NCB, Lord Robens, told the inquest that area officials
knew nothing of the stream that spoil had been dumped on – even though it was marked on Ordnance Survey maps! The NCB’s own counsel had to advise the inquest jury to disregard Lord Robens’s evidence. Later, the NCB aroused national ire again when it extorted a donation from the Aberfan Disaster Fund towards the cost of removing the remaining spoil-heaps. One of the consequences of Aberfan was the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, whose most important provision was to make employers solely responsible for ensuring the safety of their workforce. People might have forgotten what made the Act necessary; they might regard it as ridiculous bureaucracy, as yet more red tape. So whenever you hear anyone use the words “health and safety gone mad,” just remind them that a few minutes before they were buried alive those children, mostly aged 7-9, and the teachers who died with them, had been singing All Things Bright And Beautiful.
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Ingredients: • 1 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed • 3cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and grated • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped • 1 aubergine, cubed • 2 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp ground turmeric • 2 tsp ground coriander • 1/2 tsp hot chilli powder • 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Add all the spices to the pan and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the sweet potatoes, the passata and 150ml water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potato is tender and the sauce has thickened.
• 1 tsp garam masala
Stir in the chick peas and garam masala and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer for a further few minutes. Serve in warmed bowls garnished with chopped coriander.
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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• Freshly chopped coriander, to garnish
For a chunkier sauce use a 400g can of chopped tomatoes and add 250ml water.
• 500g carton passata (sieved tomatoes) • 400g can chick peas, drained and rinsed
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Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan and fry the garlic, ginger and onion over a medium heat for about 5 minutes until light golden. Stir in the aubergine and fry for a further 2 minutes.
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What Benefits And Concessions Are You Entitled To In Later Life? retirement. Single people and couples could receive up to £13.07 and £14.75 of Savings Credit per week respectively. You may be entitled to one or both elements if you’ve reached state pension age, and are on a low income. As you grow older, you become entitled to certain age-related public benefits and concessions that can help with day-to-day living. The most obvious is the state retirement pension, but what are the other less wellknown top-ups and concessions that might be available? Although pension credit is a well-established benefit, not everyone realises they are eligible to claim it, so it’s worth checking whether you’re missing out on this valuable supplement to your state pension. Additionally, there may be local authority concessions available in the area where you live - for adult education or fitness classes, for example. Here are some of the benefits that you might be missing out on, plus a brief guide as to the current eligibility criteria. Pension credit There are two elements to pension credit – Guarantee Credit which guarantees a minimum income of £155.60 if you’re single, and £237.55 for couples. The second element, Savings Credit, is for people who have saved a small amount towards their Page 50
AttendAnce AllowAnce Attendance Allowance is a benefit available to people aged 65 or older, who have care needs at home. You don’t have to receive professional care to be eligible for this benefit, and it’s often the case that a careprovider is a spouse or family member. There are two different rates available, depending on the level of care needed: • Lower rate: £55.10 per week. • Higher rate: £82.30 per week. People who claim the lower rate often need help with washing and dressing, and the higher rate reflects greater care needs during the day and night. cArer’s AllowAnce If you care for someone for 35 hours a week or more, and they are in receipt of certain benefits, you could get Carer’s Allowance at a weekly rate of £62.10. If you’re eligible, you will also automatically receive National Insurance credits. It’s worth noting that Carer’s Allowance can affect other benefits that you and the person you are caring for receive, so you should factor in the possibility that these may reduce or be taken away.
winter fuel AllowAnce You can receive between £100 and £300 from the government to help with your winter heating bills. To qualify for the winter payment this year, you need to have been born before 5th May 1953. Once you’ve claimed, you should receive the payment automatically between November and December in future years. tV licence You can apply for a free TV licence if you are aged 75 and over. The government also offers concessions to older people in residential care, and the cost for a licence in these circumstances is £7.50. Public trAnsPort There are various concessions available for older people using public transport. Both men and women are entitled to a bus pass at the female state pension age, giving free offpeak travel on local buses. PrescriPtions Those aged over 60 are also entitled to free prescriptions and NHS sight tests. You will need to complete the back of your prescription and let the pharmacist know that you’re eligible – you may also need to provide proof of age in this respect. The government website (www. gov.uk) is a good resource for finding out more about these benefits, and you may be able to make a claim for them online.
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Herefordshire & Gloucestershire Canal Trust Open Day a great success The H&G Canal Trust's annual Newent and Oxenhall Open Day on Saturday 10th September was buzzing with people, braving the elements to find out more about H&G CT's plans to build the section of Canal from Oxenhall through Newent Station. A recently acquired section of the Canal route southwards from Oxenhall links the site to Newent's old station on the east side of the town. The plan is to restore the station platforms, which are still
in situ, and run the Canal between the platforms. An original footbridge, which has been stored on site, will be restored to its former glory and a tea room and visitor centre will be built in the original style of the former Artist's impression of Newent Station with Canal station building. H&G Canal Trust volunteers were The Open Day saw a constant on hand to answer questions on stream of visitors walking along the proposed plans and some the newly created path through visitors left the event having joined the Old Willows nursery on through the woods skirting, the Ell up as members of H&G CT. Thanks Brook, and finishing at the station. to everyone who came along!
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About Newent & District Rotary Club Despite the sudden closure of our venue, the Red Lion, our Newent & District Club meetings will continue to take place on Tuesday evenings but at various locations in and around Newent until a permanent venue has been agreed on. Detailed below are examples of what the Rotary organisation does. With our motto being ‘Service above Self’, we work within the community to raise money for local, national and international charities and worthwhile causes. You are most welcome to join us at any of our meetings or events. Rotary Skittles Alley at The Onion Fayre
Jim Freeman bowling at the Onion Fayre
Last month, Newent Rotarians ran a charity skittle alley at the Onion Fayre. Thanks to the kind and generous Fayre visitors the Club was able to raise well over £200 which will be donated to a charitable cause, so thank you to all those who supported our efforts and who joined in the fun. It is amazing to see how many visitors come to the Onion Fayre and how far they travel. At our skittle pitch, for example, we met a fellow Rotarian who was on holiday in the UK. He is a member of the Mosgiel Rotary Club in New Zealand!
of colour and vibrancy to areas across the country. Rotary donation to Midlands Air Ambulance As a result of the generous support we received at our MidSummer Ball last June, the Club was able to visit the Midlands Air Rotarians Clive Gardiner and Paul Gurney with John van Delft from the Ambulance Airbase at Strensham Mosgiel Rotary Club in New Zealand. on 13th September, to hand Rotary ‘Purple4Polio’ campaign over a donation of £2,000 to their fundraising manager As was reported in last month’s Susie Godwin, MAA. Rotarians edition, the Newent Club were delighted to meet the two and local school children will paramedics and the pilot, who be planting purple crocuses were on duty that day, during in Newent and across other their visit and to learn about the local villages during October call out system which results in the to celebrate the Rotary rescue helicopter taking off within ‘Purple4Polio’ campaign which just 4 minute of a call out. The is now in its 30th year. The Midlands Air Ambulance does campaign will not only transform an amazing job, completely our public spaces come spring, funded by public donations, but also increase the awareness and with no financial support of the need to eradicate polio from the government. across the world. Our efforts this Membership year will be supported by the Royal Horticultural Society. If you would like to receive further information or would be The purple flowers represents interested in joining the Club, the purple dye used to mark please contact our Secretary the finger of a child who on 01452 413442 or e-mail has been immunised. Rotary rochehighnam@btinternet.com. Clubs will be adding a splash
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The passage to adulthood doesn’t always come easy, and that’s certainly the case in these coming of age tales… The Smell of Other People’s Houses – Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock Much goes unsaid by the teenagers who live in a small Alaskan community in the 1970s. Ruth can’t talk to her grandmother about where her mother went, or the baby she’s carrying. Alyce can’t tell her dad of her dreams to go to dance school. And Dora can’t speak to the neighbours about how scared she is of her father. Plus there’s Hank, who just wants to keep his brothers safe. But as secrets come out into the open, and connections start revealing themselves, the teenagers may find their own solutions to their problems. A beautiful debut novel about friendship, love and family ties. Amy Snow – Tracy Rees Found as a baby in the snow in Victorian England, Amy’s only friend is Aurelia, the girl who discovered her. Despised by Aurelia’s parents, Amy is cast out when Aurelia dies. But Aurelia has left a treasure hunt for Amy to follow across England, to discover Aurelia’s secret. Along the way, Amy may well discover she’s stronger and more worthy of love than she ever realised. This enjoyable, easy read won the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition last year. Page 54
Orphans of the Carnival – Carol Birch Twenty one year old Julia is a sensation on the 19th century carnival stage. She’s a talented dancer and singer, but people flock to see her is because she’s covered from head to foot in thick, dark hair. Travelling the country with one freak show after another, Julia finds fame, but all she really wants is love and acceptance. In modern day London, Rose may not look particularly dissimilar to anyone else, but she sees the world in a different way. A poignant tale of how society so often struggles to accept those who stand out. All the Pretty Horses – Cormac McCarthy First published in 1992, All the Pretty Horses follows John as he travels from Texas and into Mexico. En route he finds friendship and love, and discovers what it means to be an adult. The last in a long line of Texan ranchers, John manages to get work on a Mexican ranch, breaking in the wild horses. While there, he falls for the rancher’s daughter, Alejandra, but is unfairly imprisoned and barely survives. It’s no surprise this won several awards and was made into a film.
Foxlowe – Eleanor Wasserberg The Foxlowe estate is supposed to be a utopia – a haven from the modern world. New people leave their names and troubles in the outside world. But Green isn’t like the others. She was born at Foxlowe and, together with the other ‘ungrowns’, Blue and Toby, Green can be punished for the smallest infraction. As the cult’s leader, Freya, tries to keep the ‘Bad’ out, the punishments become increasingly cruel. Blue and Toby want to escape, but Foxlowe is all Green has ever known, and her desperation to win Freya’s approval has devastating consequences. This is an unsettling, haunting read that leaves many unanswered questions, but is impossible to put down. Nevernight – Jay Kristoff Set in a city built from the bones of a long-dead god, Nevernight follows the fortunes of 16-yearold Mia. Aided only by her ‘shadow cat’, Mia’s on a quest to become an assassin and wreak revenge on the people who betrayed her family. Think Kill Bill meets Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials, with an extra helping of darkness, sex, violence and poetry added in for good measure.
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Hobbies Could You Survive As A (Car Boot) Seller? By Kate McLelland As you browse the stalls at a car boot sale, intent on bagging a bargain, have you ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the table?
sale a few weeks before the date you plan to sell there. Walk around and make a note of the spots where people tend to congregate.
should get you started. For security reasons it’s better to wear a bag across your body than to leave money in an open tin or box.
With early starts and lots of loading and unloading in unpredictable weather, you’ll need true grit to become a regular seller. Here are some tips and tricks of the trade to help you survive:
Get up with the lark Preparation is all-important, so pack your car or van the night before, being careful to ensure that the tables you’ll use aren’t trapped underneath your stock. Allow plenty of time to get there so you can grab a good spot: that way you’ll be able to catch the early bird buyers before your rivals have opened their first box.
Don’t scare the customers A pushy sales pitch is a definite turn-off for buyers. While some customers want to talk, others will be reluctant to engage in conversation, so think twice before you start chatting.
Sort out your stock Make it easy for buyers to see what you have by sorting items into categories, creating clear signage and marking items individually. No one wants to buy wrinkled clothing or dusty china, so it’s worth putting in a bit of effort to iron, rinse and polish your stuff before you put it out on the stall. Think about offering a box of items marked at £1 or 50p: people love rummaging for bargains and these boxes are a good way of attracting people to your stall. Pick the best pitch Pitches set up beside the food tent, or close to the entrance and exit, are generally the best for footfall. If you can spare the time, try to visit the car boot Page 58
Be super-organised Make sure your collapsible table is big enough to take your stock. If necessary bring a plastic sheet so you can display more items at ground level. If you are selling clothing, consider buying a portable, sturdy clothes rail (but don’t forget to weight it down on a windy day). Most buyers aren’t put off by a bit of rain, so if the weather turns nasty, cover up with clear plastic sheets so they can still see your items. Always bring some change with you – a float of about £25
Everyone knows that a car boot sale is a place for haggling and you’ll sell more if you are willing to be flexible on price. Have a fallback price in mind and don’t take offence if someone makes an unacceptably low offer. Keep your response polite and friendly and they may just return with a more acceptable bid. Being a car boot stallholder isn’t guaranteed to make you rich, but at least you’ll meet some interesting characters, earn some spare cash and get out in the fresh air. There’s a lot of preparation and hard work, but you’ll also have plenty of fun … even if you’re still scraping the mud off your boots in midOctober.
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Hungrytown in Concert "Music that feeds the Soul" Friday 14th October, 7.30pm, Cliffords Mesne Village Hall American Folk duo Rebecca and Ken, "Hungrytown", bring life to their original songs with closeharmony singing, guitar, banjo, mandolin and harmonica. An Aiir in G event; admission: £10 (under 18s free). For tickets please call Marian on 01531 821542 or Gareth on 01531 821654. Giant Jumble Sale Saturday 15th October, 2.00pm May Hill Village Hall
A place where any member of the public who feel that they, or a person they know, may have memory problems or related cognitive issues can drop in without an appointment for a chat, and to exchange experiences and receive information. For further information please call Vanessa on 01531 821227. Sheppard House Harvest Festival Week From Monday 10th October each morning between 11.30am and 12.30pm, Sheppard House, Onslow Road, Newent Refreshments included. The theme this year is Harvest of the Sea. For more details please call 01531 821227. Newent History Society Thursday 13th Oct, 7.30pm, Sheppard House, Onslow Road "Men Behaving Badly"; speaker: Ian Mackintosh. For further details please contact Mr D Pearce on 01531 821398. Newent Family History Session Friday 14th October, 10am 12 noon, Newent Library Come and learn how to uncover your past with a free family history drop-in on the 2ndFriday of every month.
In aid of Muscular Dystrophy UK. We offer a truly eclectic mix of goods which have kindly been donated by local people. You name it, we’ve probably got it: clothes for all ages, toys, shoes, books, bric-a-brac, etc. Come along and get yourself a real bargain! Tea and homemade cakes available too. For more information email Lifa: lifa@ wingatesfarm.net. Kids Community Cinema Saturday 15th October, Doors open at 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start, Glebe Chapel Family Film and refreshments. Admission free. Children must be accompanied by adults. For further details please contact Andrea Cox: acox27@btinternet.com. Musical Afternoon Teas Thursday 20th October, 2pm 3.30pm, Sheppard House Players from the Newent Orchestra play classical musical for everyone’s enjoyment and Sheppard House provides all comers with a traditional English tea of sandwiches, cake and tea.
Charge: £4, to cover the cost. Booking advisable. Call 01531 821227 to book a place. Flicks in the Sticks ‘Bridge of Spies’ (cert. PG) Thursday 20th October, 7.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall During the Cold War, an American lawyer is recruited to defend an arrested Soviet spy in court, and then help the CIA facilitate an exchange of the spy for the Soviet captured American U2 spy plane pilot, Francis Gary Powers. Brilliant direction from Steven Spielberg and great acting from Tom Hanks and Mark Rylance (Best Supporting Actor Oscar) make for a thoroughly entertaining film. The running time of this film is 2 hours 22 minutes, so there will be a short interval. Admission (at the door): Adults £5.00, Children (under 18) £3.00. Discounted tickets (Adults £4.50, Children £2.50) can be purchased in advance from Gorsley Post Office & Stores or Tony Beckwith (01989 720358 or mtonybeckwith@gmail. com). As usual, tea, coffee and biscuits will be available and you are welcome to bring your own drinks (glasses provided). The doors will be open from 7.00pm for those that would like to meet up with friends for a drink and a chat before the film. Family Charity Prize Bingo Night Friday 21st October, Doors open at 5.45pm, Eyes down at 7.30pm, The Circle Club Newent All proceeds go to the Community Cafe and Chill Out. Contact: newentcc@gmail.com or 01531 820782. Play-For-A-Day Saturday, 22nd October, 10am 4pm, Newent Community Centre Newent Orchestra’s annual ‘PlayFor-A-Day’ is an annual event for string players to enjoy playing and exploring some beautiful music. The event is open to non-
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...events cont'd members (string players only) and is conducted by orchestra leader, Bill Anderton. Cost: £8.00.Details and booking form are on the orchestra’s website: www.newentorchestra.org. Wild About Gardens Week Monday 24th October, from 2.00pm onwards, Newent Library
Newent in Bloom will be running a family activity entitled 'All about bats', making mobiles and masks of the different kind of bats that can be seen flying above Newent, hanging the mobiles in the library garden and maybe putting up some bat boxes. These activities will be followed by a dusk bat watch in the garden. Newent with Gorsley Mothers Union Meeting Tuesday 25th October, 2pm St. Marys Church Room "Plants and Trees in the Bible"; speaker: Rev Pat Phillips. Pauntley Film Evening 'Florence Foster Jenkins' (cert. PG) Saturday 29th October, 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start, Pauntley Village Hall
York heiress and socialite who obsessively pursued her dream of becoming a great singer. The voice which Florence heard in her head was divine, but to the rest of the world it was hilariously awful. At private recitals, her devoted husband and manager, St Clair Bayfield, managed to protect Florence from the truth. But when Florence decided to give her first public concert at New York’s Carnegie Hall, St Clair realised he had perhaps bitten off more than he could chew. Tickets £5.50 to include tea/coffee and cake. Bring your own wine/beer. Raffle. Advance booking please by contacting Lesley Harding on 01531 822315/07549 539307. Dymock & District Late Chrysanthemum and Autumn Show Sunday 30th October, Dymock Parish Hall, GL18 2AG Classes for chrysanthemums of all types. Entries on morning of show before 11am. Open to the public between 1.30pm and 4.30pm. Enquiries: 01531 632489.
LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Ashleworth & Hasfield Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Tuesday, 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Janet Williams on 01452 700320 or email janet.williams1985@gmail.com Castle Tump Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Wednesday, 7.30pm, at Upleadon Village Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Gill Bywater on 01531 820294.
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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. Community Café Every Wednesday, 10.30am - 12.30pm, Chill Out Zone, 36 Broad Street, Newent Coffee and tea for 50p, cakes/ biscuits. Free computers and Wi-Fi, pool table, garden. Open to all; run by Newent Initiative Trust. Dymock Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Wednesday, 7.30pm at Dymock Parish Hall. All welcome. For more information on our programme/events call Hazel Downing on 01531 890565 or email: andyhazel@ talktalk.net. You can also call Ann Visor on 01531 890438 or email: coneybury@gmail.com. Hartpury Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Thursday, 7.30pm at Hartpury Village Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Dyllis Cowen on 01452 700760 or email dylliscowen@outlook.com Highnam Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Thursday at 7.30pm at Highnam Parish Rooms Kilcot & Gorsley Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Tuesday, 7.30pm at Gorsley Chapel. All welcome. For more information call Daphne Toner on 01989 720671 or email daphnetoner@yahoo.co.uk Lakeside WI Meeting Tuesday 18th Octt, 7.30pm Sheppard House off Onslow Rd "Newent, Then and Now"; speaker: Dood Pearce. For more information contact Sandra Kemp on 01531822041 or email sandrakemp@waitrose.com.
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Newent Bridge Club Sixth Form Centre of Newent Community School We play duplicate bridge every Wednesday (6.45pm meet for 7pm start) and Friday (7pm meet for 7.15pm start). There is always a host on Fridays, so you don’t need a partner. Visitors are always welcome. For full details see our website: www.bridgewebs. com/newent. Newent & District Branch Royal British Legion Every 4th Thurs of the month, 7pm - 8pm, Newent Memorial Hall Discuss local issues, socialise and raise money for good causes. The branch is open to any person with a notion to make a difference, just turn up and take part. For further information contact: Richard Balding at secretary.newent.rbl @googlemail.com Newent & District Probus Club Tuesdays, Memorial Hall, Newent
Newent Probus Club for retired men meets twice a month on Tuesdays at Newent Memorial Hall. New members and visitors always welcome. For further information contact the Secretary on 01531 890248 or 07960 463462. Newent & District Rotary Club Meets Tuesdays 6.45pm for 7pm start, Red Lion, Market Square, Newent Visitors welcome, please contact our secretary on 07794 644 380 or email rotary@newentbb.co.uk Newent Lakeside Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Tuesday 7.30pm at Sheppard House, off Onslow Road. All Welcome! For more information call Sandra Kemp on 01531 822041 or email sandrakemp@waitrose.com.
For anyone who enjoys reading and talking about books. Free community transport. For more information call 01531 820447. Parkinson’s UK North Forest Group Meet on the 2nd Monday of each month except July and December, 10.30am - 12 noon Malswick House, B4215, Newent, GL18 1HE
All welcome. For more information contact Jane Henderson on 0344 225 3694 or email: jhenderson@ parkinsons.org.uk. Rudford Highleadon & Churcham Women’s Institute (WI) Meets every 4th Wednesday 7.30pm at Rudford Village Hall All Welcome! For more information call Margaret Bullock on 01452 750438.
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...events cont'd Staunton Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Wednesday 7pm at the Lounge in Johnstone Close, Corse. All welcome. For more information call Barbara Bubb on 01452 840338 or email bubb3da@btinternet.com. Tibberton & Taynton Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Wed at 7.30pm at Taynton & Tibberton Village Hall. All welcome. For more information call Patricia Rackliffe on 01452 790520 or email pmrackliff@hotmail.co.uk Newent and District U3A Meeting Tuesday 18th October, 10.30am, Newent Community Centre, Ross Rd "A True Story of Genealogy – Ancestors & two World Wars"; speaker: Rob Collinge.
Arts and Crafts Huntley Art Group Every Friday, 2.30pm 4.30pm, Huntley Village Hall
Watercolours, oils, pastels and silk painting - from complete novices to the more experienced amateur artists. For further information, please call Heather Smith on 01452 830088. 'In Stitches' Saturday 15th and 29nd October, 10am - 12noon, Glebe Chapel Free sewing/craft club; held fortnightly. Bring your latest sewing project or your machine and enjoy good company and a cup of tea. All welcome. For more information contact Jacky Wallace on 01452 790632. Malswick Art Club Every Wednesday, 10am - 12pm Page 64
Malswick House Conservatory, B4215, Newent, GL18 1HE Relax, have fun and experiment with new art techniques in a friendly environment. Suitable for all. Pay as you go basis. Please contact Janice 07884 266947.
Newent & District Camera Club Meeets every Tuesday at 7.30pm for 7.45pm start, ends at 10.00pm, Newent Library Tuesday 11th October: Workshops, talks and competitions. Clay Cross National Projected Image Exhibition – see www. claycrossps.org/section801952. html and www.newentdcc.com. New members welcome. Fee of £2. For further information please contact Robin Lister: robin.lister@ talk21.com.
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Fitness Dance for Adults Group Classes, Private Classes and Wedding Dance Tuition. Hen Parties and Dance Theme Parties at your location. Ballroom Dance (Beginners): Mondays 8.15pm at Memorial Hall, Newent. Ballroom Dance (Improvers): Wednesdays 8.15pm at Newent Community Centre. Salsa (General): Thursdays 8.00pm at Strawberry Hill, Newent. General/Street Dance: Tuesdays 6.30pm at Strawberry Hill, Newent. Group classes: £6, PAYG. Private from £30. Party rates on request. For more information or to book contact Miranda on 0744 333 1068. Gorsley Barn Dance Club Meets on the last Monday of the month, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, at Gorsley Village Hall. Fun and good exercise in a social atmosphere. Previous experience and/or a partner not necessary! All welcome, whatever your age. Come and have fun ceilidh and barn dancing. For more details, contact Chris on 01989 720122 or Hilary on 01989 720105. Newent Cycling Group
Newent Quilters Meet every second Thursday of the month, 7.30pm, at Newent Memorial Hall. New members always welcome. The group includes beginners and experienced quilters. Our meetings vary from workshops to sewing evenings and guest speakers. We run sewing challenges, charity quilt projects and will have our next exhibition soon. There‘s a small charge for attending meetings and it‘s worth contacting us for details of the programme. Call Mags Smith on 07989 059835 or email
We are an informal and friendly cycling group and you are welcome to come and join us on one of our rides. We meet every Thursdays at 7pm by The Kings Arms Pub, Ross Road, Newent. We have two rides to suit different abilities and we cycle around the local quiet country lanes. If you would like to join us on one of our rides please call Ann or Steve on
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01531 821490 for further information. Newent Line Dancers (Intermediate +) Every Thurs 7.30pm - 8.30pm Newent Community Centre For more information ring 07725614774. Newent Parkrun (FREE!) Every Saturday at 9am, Newent Community School/ Forest Leisure Centre, Watery Lane, GL18 1QF 5km run - it’s you against the clock! Simply Register at www.parkrun.org.uk/newent Newent Short Mat Bowling Club Every Sat 2pm - 4pm, Newent Comprehensive School Gym New members are always welcome with bowls available, come along and give it a try! Call Barbara on 01531 820279. Newent Walking Group Meets twice a month on a Sun
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. Walking For Health For all abilities Every Thursday,10.00am 11.00am, Meet at Chill Out Zone Short and local walk followed by refreshments. For more information contact Margaret Highton on 01531 820245 or Scheme Co-ordinator Kim Spencer on 01594 562240. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk
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Gorsley Garden Club Monday 17th October, 7.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall "My Life in Gardens"; speaker: Jim Buttress. Visitors always welcome: £2 per meeting. For further information contact Sheila on 01989 720221.
Newent Choral Society First Tuesday of every month, 7pm meet for a 7.30pm start, Newent Memorial Hall New members are always welcome, and your first term is free. For further details please contact Angela Jones on 01531 820205.
Highnam Garden Club Meets on the second Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm, Gambier Parry Hall (unless indicated otherwise). Refreshments are provided following the talk and a raffle will be held at most meetings. All are welcome, even if only as a guest for talks that they are interested in. For more information call 01452 312 626 or email highnamgardenclub@ gmail.com. Thurs 13th October: Wonders of Westonbirt; speaker: David Swinson. Huntley Garden Club First Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm - 9.30pm Huntley Village Hall Our programme consists mainly of talks on gardening subjects and visits to gardens. We are a friendly group and if you would like to see us, then why not pop in? For further information contact Heather on 01452 830088. Newent Garden Club Thursday 20th October, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall
“The Late Summer Garden”; speaker: Jack Willgoss. New members very welcome. We meet at the 3rd Thursday of every month at Newent Memorial Hall. For further details please contact Betty on 01531 821399 or email betty@woodentopz.fsworld.co.uk.
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Newent Classical Brass Meet at Newent Community Centre
An opportunity for all brass players interested in joining a group in Newent. For more information contact Graham Chorlton: info@newentorchestra.org, or see website www.newentorchestra.org Newent Orchestral Society Weekly rehearsals The Newent Centre, Ross Road For more information call Bill Anderton on 01531 821075 or email info@newentorchestra.org Website: www.newentorchestra.org “NOMAG” Newent Orchestra Music Appreciation Group Friday 28th October, 3.00pm - 4.30pm, St Bartholomew’s Community Lounge Relax, listen to and chat about music. £2.00, no need to book. Meetings are monthly. For more information visit: www. newentorchestra.org or contact Ginny James on 01531 821904 or newentorchestra.org.
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...events cont'd bread, locally grown vegetables, chutneys, preserves, jam and cakes, and lots more (produce seasonal). Enjoy a cup of fair trade tea/coffee with a slice of home-made cake, or chat over a brunch of bacon/sausage butties with friends and neighbours in a vibrant and friendly atmosphere. For more information visit: www. kempleymarket.com or contact Louise Earll on 01531 890479 or email louise.earll@wyenet.co.uk
Morning Market & Harvest Exchange Saturday 29th October, 10am - 12 noon, Rudford and Highleadon Village Hall Stalls run by local people selling home produced goods, delicious brunch and refreshments. For details see www.rudford.net or ring 01452 790831. Newent & District Country Market Every Friday, 9.00am 11.00am, Newent Memorial Hall Locally produced fresh foods
including cakes, savouries, jams and chutneys. Seasonal vegetables, eggs, cut flowers, plants and cards. Coffee and biscuits available. Newent Flea Market & Collectors Fair Sundays 10.30am - 2.30pm Newent Memorial Hall Call 07711 905510 for stall enquiries.
Craig's Comment I recently became a “Dementia Friend.� It only took a little bit of my time as I read some information, watched a video and completed some forms online, however, the positive impact that this little bit of time can have is a lot greater.
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There are currently over 850,000 people in the UK who have dementia, and with that figure due to rise to over a million in the next ten years it is something that we should all be talking and thinking about.
To learn more about dementia and some of the research being done, you can visit www.alzheimers.org. uk. To take part in some Dementia Friends training and learn more just Earlier this year, the UK Government head to www.dementiafriends.org. released a new online Dementia Atlas uk, it does not take long at all. If you to help track the level of diagnosis would like to learn more about some throughout England, and also to of the care available for people keep up to date with the numbers with dementia in the Forest you can of Dementia Friends and Dementia Friendly Communities. What is more the contact Crossroads Care Forest of Dean & Herefordshire through Health Secretary stated that tackling www.crossroadsfd.org.uk dementia is one of his key priorities.
Dementia can take many forms, and affect different people in different ways. Some people can find it hard to communicate at times or to find the right words while others may have difficulties remembering things; others may be confused at times. The type of area a person lives in and their surroundings can also affect the symptoms they feel. Spotting these signs and knowing how to react is important, whether the person is a friend or family member, a work colleague or even just the person in front of you in
Maintaining eye contact, making sure the person is involved in the conversation, not asking too many questions and not speaking too quickly are just a few of the ways in which you can help someone with dementia feel confident and at ease. This in turn can go a long way to helping them manage their symptoms. While many people assume that only older people develop dementia, it is not restricted to age groups. At the moment there are over 40,000 people in the UK under the age of 65 who have dementia. What is more, dementia is not simply part of getting older.
The Atlas shows some interesting information. While the Newent area has almost 600 registered Dementia Friends at the moment, areas like Berry Hill and Cinderford are around the 300 and 400 marks. Drybrook and its surrounding areas have almost 500 Friends registered while Lydney
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has just over the 500. These figures are promising, however more can always be done. Whether you think you know someone with dementia or not, taking the time to register as a Dementia Friend will help you identify any potential signs and know how to react if you do notice any. Hopefully we can then make sure that the Forest of Dean becomes Gloucestershire’s first Dementia Friendly Community. At the moment the closest one to us is in North Somerset!
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. Page 67
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3 Bedrooms & Shower Room. Garage & Private Garden. An Impressive Former Vicarage. Gardens approx 1 acre. £1,000,000 £235,000 NEWENT NEWENT A very attractive and well presented 3 bedroom Grade II A stunning red brick period 6 bedroom detached country house NEWENT NEWENT listed town house predominantly black and white timber, set in nearly 3 acres of beautifully manicured woodland and
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l An extremely well presented Semi-Detached House gardens in a peaceful and rural location. The property itself l Recently Refurbished throughoutincluding to a veryahigh provides spacious accommodation fine standard orangery. l Quiet corner position in a sought after cul-de-sac location porch 6 bedrooms lEntrance Entrance Porch, Hallway, Cloakroom, Lounge, Kitchen/Diner 2 bathrooms lHallway Double Glazing & Centralcourtyard, Heating double reception rooms Enclosed l4UPVC Gas Energy Performance rating ‘D’ and workshop Kitchen/breakfast room garage Utility room Ref 783
£179,950
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£139,950 NEWENT 3 Double Bedrooms with Ensuite & Family Bathroom A well presented 2 bedroom mid-terraced house with internal NEWENT cottage style rooms situated in a quiet cul-de-sac location. l A Delightful, Spacious & Well Presented Detached Bungalow Lounge/dining room and kitchen l In a Quiet Location within easy distance of the Town Centre bedrooms and bathroom l2Entrance Hallway, Diningfor Room, Kitchen, Cloakroom rear gardenLounge, and parking 2 cars Private & Conservatory, Room/Shower Room to Master heating andEnsuite double Wet glazing lGas Detached Garage with parking to the front l
The property benefits from gas central heating & double glazing
£299,950
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l Set in an Elevated Position in Mature Landscaped Gardens situated close to the historic town of Newent. l Entrance Hallway, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Large Magnificent
Accommodation comprises of: 2 reception rooms, Conservatory, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Rear & Inner kitchen, rear lobby, utility room and cloakroom Lobby, Sitting Room, Library, Kitchen & Shower Room. First floor: 3 bedrooms and 2nd family bathroom l First Floor: 5 Bedrooms & 2 gas bathrooms property benefits from central heating l 2The Storey Coach House, Double Garage and a good sized rear garden.
£750,000
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£175,000 NEWENT 3 Bedrooms & Family Bathroom A well presented 2 bedroom retirement apartment in a gated NEWENT development situated centrally in the market town of Newent. A very well presented Extended Detachedlounge House comprises of communal ll Accommodation Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen, Conservatory, Study, Use of guest room Cloakroom & Utility Room room l Laundry Private Garden lobby with lift to the second floor to private l Entrance Ample Off Road Parking
accommodation with entrance hall, large store cupboard, lounge, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bath/shower room Outside there is shared garden and seating area.
£225,000
email: enquiries@newentproperties.co.uk www.newentproperties.com Tel: 01531 820767
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16 Broad Street, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1AJ