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November 2019
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Remember, Remember... ...the fifth of November, when it will be time again for crackling bonfires, tasty hog roasts and colourful firework displays. Not everyone is a fan of the latter though. Animals, in particular, are often frightened of the loud noises and flashing lights, so make sure you keep your pets safe and indoors. If you are worried about your pet, you can speak to your vet about tips, tricks and products to ease the stress that fireworks can cause.
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On 11th November the nation will remember and honour those who have sacrificed their lives to secure and protect our freedom. Look out for local Remembrance Day services, parades and poppy sales.
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˜ A short story written by local writer Geraldine Faulkner ˜ Henry was taking Caspar for a walk. It was not something he did often but Caspar, a dog of mixed parentage who belonged to Henry’s neighbours, Tom and Alice, had been left at home on his own for the day. They had buttonholed Henry while he had been pulling up beetroots in the garden and he had not had time to think of an excuse for why he couldn’t take Caspar out for them. “I could be planting daffodil bulbs instead of taking this mutt for a walk,” muttered Henry as they turned into a footpath leading into the Forest of Dean. Caspar looked at Henry from under his shaggy fringe. He could smell squirrel and wanted Henry to walk faster. It had been a few months since Henry and his wife, Annie, had walked down this footpath and he ‘tsked’ loudly when 10
he spotted discarded crisp packets and empty plastic bottles on the path. Faced with a walker’s dilemma, should he pick the items up and stuff them in his pockets until he found a bin, or ignore them? Henry decided to be a good citizen; he picked up the litter and carried on down the path. The Forest was looking lovely in its autumnal colours. Copper coloured leaves were falling off the trees and swirling around dizzily as Henry and Caspar continued on their way. “Oh, not again!” exclaimed Henry as he spotted sweet wrappers among the fallen leaves. Caspar thought the same thing as once more he was obliged to stand still as Henry stood and fumed. Henry didn’t have a plastic bag with him – only the
ones to pick up Caspar’s deposits – and they would not hold much.
He held up the black bin bag and the picker-upper.
“I’m going to have to come back with a black bin bag and my picker-upper,” he told Caspar. “Something has to be done about this litter.”
Rosie’s eyes shone. She adored Henry and the opportunity to have him all to herself was too good to miss.
Since Henry seemed to expect a response, Caspar panted loudly. Once Caspar had been safely deposited at his home – to collapse on his bed and sleep until his owners returned – Henry went to his shed to collect a black bin bag and his picker-upper. “Granddad, is that you?” called a well-loved voice. “Rosie!” exclaimed Henry with pleasure as he recognised his granddaughter’s voice. “Do you fancy coming for a walk with me and picking up litter in the forest?”
After popping indoors to let Annie know where they were going, Henry and Rosie set off. Rosie was in charge of the pickerupper while Henry had been delegated to hold the bin bag. Apart from minor distractions such as spotting the biggest and shiniest conker, Henry and Rosie spent a very enjoyable hour filling their bin bag. “Can we do this again next week, Granddad?” asked Rosie. Henry beamed down at her. “I can’t see why not,” he said.
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Sesame chicken and crunchy veg stir fry Stir-fries are a great way to use up any left over veggies in the fridge. This one has added crunch with red cabbage and a nutty sprinkling of sesame seeds.
Ready in: 20 minutes | Serves 4
Ingredients
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp grated root ginger
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced
350g chicken breast fillet, cut into thin strips 2 large carrots, peeled and coarsely grated 225g broccoli florets, blanched (see Tip) 2 tbsp light soy sauce 1 tbsp runny honey
300g pack fresh noodles 1 tsp sesame oil
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or nonstick frying pan over a high until until almost smoking. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds then add the onion and chicken and stir-fry for a further 2-3 minutes until the onion is tender and the chicken is almost cooked through.
Add the grated carrot and broccoli and stir-fry for another minute then stir in the soy sauce, honey and noodles with 1-2 tbsp hot water. Stir fry for a further 1-2 minutes until the noodles are piping hot. Stir in the sesame oil and half the sesame seeds.
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Auction Anecdote I’m afraid I am going to have to mention the dreaded “Christmas” word as auction rooms can be a fantastic place to purchase ‘something special for someone special’. This is particularly true of jewellery which can be bought at a fraction of the price found in the shops. Auctions enable you to easily purchase something unique and of amazing quality. Although one can buy all types of jewellery at auction, there is a very strong demand from the trade for Victorian diamond and pearl brooch set antique jewellery Sold £620 that has come freshly onto the market. Imagine my pleasure when I recently went on a house call to find a large collection of Victorian and Edwardian jewellery, including a surprising number of pearl-set star brooches of exceptional quality and in beautiful condition. The vendor explained that she had a photograph of five great aunts, each wearing a severe expression and a black high-necked dress adorned by the brooches now in her possession. There was a flurry of interest in the collection and although a beautiful modern diamond solitaire ring made £1,500, I gained more pleasure from selling all the pretty antique pieces – often for more than double their presale estimates. Interest came mainly from a few jewellery buyers in the room, a specialist in antique jewellery from London and an unknown buyer from Ireland who was bidding online. Smiths’ forthcoming sales will take place on 8th November and 6th December and will provide a fantastic opportunity to buy and sell all types of jewellery at this busy time of year. Entries for the December sale are invited on the 12th, 14th, 19th and 21st November, 10am - 3pm or by appointment. For further details please visit www.smithsnewent auctions.co.uk or call 01531 821776. - Written by Rita Kearsey, Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent
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One of Britain's rarest mammals returns to the Forest of Dean Once a familiar feature of the woodlands
“We are delighted be involved with the return
in England, the pine marten stood on the
of the pine marten, a charming, but highly
brink of extinction – until very recently;
elusive mammal that was once widespread
following the successful release of 18
throughout England,” said Rebecca
pine martens into the Forest of Dean.
Wilson, Forestry England’s Planning and
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, together
Environment Manager in West England.
with Forestry England, Vincent Wildlife
“As native omnivores, pine martens play
Trust and Forest Research have reached
a vital role in the delicate balance of wood-
a major milestone in a project to
land ecosystems. Living at low densities
bring the pine marten back home.
in the landscape, they forage on fruit,
From the same family as otters and weasels, pine martens were once common among British wildlife. Similar in size to a domestic cat, with slim bodies, brown
fungi and a range of prey including the grey squirrel, a non-native species which is having a detrimental impact on broadleaf woodland throughout England.”
fur and a distinctive cream ‘bib’ on their
The 2020 Biodiversity Strategy for England
throats, they have long, bushy tails and
identified the need to recover threatened
prominent rounded ears.
species and habitats across the country.
Extensive hunting, however, together with the loss of the woodlands pine martens once called home, resulted in near extinction in England. Historically, they were pushed to the more
Similarly in 2018, The Government’s 25-year Environment Plan stated that the reintroduction of native species like otters and polecats was key to nature’s recovery.
remote parts of the UK, becoming Britain’s
Vincent Wildlife Trust, a national
second-rarest native carnivore. Eventually,
conservation charity that focuses on
their only remaining stronghold was in the
British and Irish mammals, has for the
North-West Highlands of Scotland, but now
past 20 years highlighted the decline
things are looking up for the pine marten.
of pine martens in England and Wales.
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In a bid to safeguard the future of this
Members of the public are unlikely to
charismatic creature, the organisation was
spot these solitary mammals, which have
able to move 51 pine martens from Scotland
exclusive territories and go out of their
to Wales between 2015 and 2017, where
way to avoid each other, and people.
they now have an established population.
The future looks bright for this species
During this time, the Forest of Dean was
as they are protected by the Wildlife and
identified as another potential location
Countryside Act (1981). This, combined with
to reintroduce the pine marten. Between
the support from the people of the Forest
August and September this year, 18 pine
of Dean, and wider Gloucestershire, will
martens were moved from Scotland to
ensure that the pine marten can come
Gloucestershire, fitted with tracking
back to its native home for good, paving
collars and released into the Forest.
the way towards healthier woodlands
Their activity will be closely monitored.
and adding to the wildlife diversity
The hope is that over the next two years,
of the county, and the wider country.
more pine martens will be released into the
The project has been made possible
Forest and that a population will establish
by Forest Holidays and supported
there. This population will then spread and
by the Woodland Trust.
link up with the recently reintroduced Welsh pine martens, creating a new stronghold for the species and ensuring its survival.
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A thicker, almost felt-like liner provides insulation in cold weather as well as keeping the compost and plants in place. I suggest a 35cm (14”) diameter basket as it can take more plants and, because it is larger, resists cold better. You’ll also need compost. Stand the basket in a large flowerpot before you start to prevent it from rolling about. Once the liner is in place, remove the chain at one anchor point to stop it getting in the way. The liner will protrude above the basket edge at this stage but this helps to keep the compost in place. Use good quality multi-purpose compost, firming it gently, and fill the basket about half full. Mesh baskets allow for easy side planting. Cut holes in the liner then insert small plants such as pansies at regular intervals around the sides of the basket, inserting them from the outside inwards to reduce damage. Nestle the
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Your local EVENTS GUIDE CARDS FOR GOOD CAUSES Ongoing until 14 Dec, Tues - Fri: 10am - 4pm; Sat: 10am - 1pm, United Reformed Church, Broad Street, Newent Christmas cards from over 25 charities for sale. www.cardsforcharity.org.uk
WINTER OWL EVENINGS 2 - 30 Nov, 6.30 - 9pm, International Centre for Birds of Prey, Newent, GL18 1JJ. Spend a magical evening watching owls fly by moonlight. £35 per person. Approx. 2h. Ticketed event only. www.icbp.org/owl-evenings/
NEWENT AND DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB 7.30pm, Newent Library 5 Nov: Martin Fry: “The Cotswold Lad Returns”. 12 Nov: Club Workshop. 19 Nov: Judging competition entries “Street”. 26 Nov: Battle competition between Newent, Beacon and Ross Camera Clubs. New members welcome. info@newentdcc.com TREASURES OF FAR CATHAY. 7 Nov, Highnam Community Centre (Gambier Parry Hall), GL2 8DG. With Peter Le Rossignol. The wonders and exoticism of the East that held the West enthralled for over two centuries. Ticketed event. The Arts Society West Glos: 01684 833701 70TH ANNIVERSARY 9 Nov, 7pm for 7.30pm 26
start, Pauntley Village Hall A celebration of all things '70s to mark the hall's 70th birthday. Dig out those '70s clothes (optional), enjoy a '70s-style chicken and chips supper (vegetarian option avail. if pre-booked), and dance to great '70s music. Prize for best outfit. BYO wine/ beer. Raffle. Tickets: £8 from Lesley on 07549 539307 or pauntleyvillagehall@gmail.com. Booking required by 5 Nov. REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 10 Nov, St Mary's Church, Newent. 75th Anniversary of the D Day Landings. Guest speaker: Rt Revd Rachel Treweek – Bishop of Gloucester. 9.30am: Parade gathers in the Civic Car Park. 9.40am: Parade departs to march through the town. Service begins at 10am. Including: A reading of the Roll of Honour at the War Memorial. Observing of 2 minutes silence at 11am. HEALING SERVICE WITH PRAYER 13 Nov, 7.30pm, St Mary's Church. Guest speaker Rev Phillippa Donald. office@stmarysnewent.org
ART LECTURE 14 Nov, 2pm, Highnam Community Centre (Gambier Parry Hall), GL2 8DG. The Arts & Culture of Fin-desiècle Vienna: When Vienna was one of the most exciting artistic laboratories in the world. Visitors welcome. T: 01684 833701
THURSDAY AFTERNOON GROUP. 14 Nov, 2pm, St Mary's Church Room For the older generation. Tea, cakes and games or speaker. office@ stmarysnewent.org CHRISTMAS FAYRE 16 November, 10am 4pm, Kings Arms, Newent In aid of Newent Youth Services. Lots of stalls and entertainment.
SIGNING OF CARDS AND QUIET MORNING OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH 16 Nov, 10am - 12pm, St Mary's Church Everyone welcome. office@stmarysnewent.org
COMMUNITY CINEMA 16 Nov, Doors 6pm for 6.30pm start, Newent Community Centre, Ross Rd. Family film & refreshments. Free admission; children must be accompanied by adults. For further details: Andrea Cox acox27@btinternet.com. U3A MEETING 19 Nov, 9.45am - 12pm, Newent Memorial Hall "Be careful what you wish for! How I was given more historical records." by Elizabeth Tebby Germaine. www.u3asites.org.uk.
NEWENT LAKESIDE WI 19 Nov, 7.30pm, Sheppard House, Newent, GL18 1TL. Beetle Drive and AGM – Clare Jenkins. T: 01531 822289.
N. GARDENING CLUB 21 Nov, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall. Christmas party - Ukele Ally & Friends. T: 01531 820761
FILM EVENING: YESTERDAY (12) 22 Nov, 7pm for 7.30pm start, Pauntley Village Hall Tickets: £5.50 to incl. tea/ coffee & cake. BYO wine/ beer. Raffle. Advance booking please. Call 01531 822315 or email pauntleyvillagehall@ gmail.com.
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE 23 Nov, 11am - 4pm, The Latchen Rooms, Longhope, GL17 0QA. Variety of craft stalls, teas, coffee, cakes; hot & cold food, beverages. Raffle. Free entry. T: 01452 830781 CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON. 23 Nov, Newent town centre. With procession, seasonal stalls and a visit from Father Christmas.
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL 23 - 30 Nov, St Mary's Church, Newent. Over 60 trees on display, decorated by local charities, clubs and organisations. Entrance £1, accompanied children free.
NEWENT AND GORSLEY BRANCH MOTHERS’ UNION. 26 Nov, 2pm, St Marys Church. Christmas Party. For details: Annee Barwell - 01531 820932.
NEWENT ART GROUP EXHIBITION AND SALE 29 November, 8.30 - 11.30am, to be held within the Newent Country Market at the Memorial Hall. The Art Group always welcomes new members.
Full tuition provided. Contact Janice (tutor) on Janice.lyall@ myndblue.co.uk.
THE RETURN OF REMI HARRIS 29 Nov, 7.30pm, Cliffords Mesne Village Hall. Jazz Blues Guitar. Courtesy of Yardbirds Arts. Tickets: £12 (under 18s: £6) from Gareth: 01531 821654 THE FADDLE FAIR: CHRISTMAS STREET MARKET. 30 Nov, 1pm 6pm, Coleford. 30+ stalls selling everything from local handmade goods and arts & crafts to local produce. Street food, children's entertainment & live music. HANDEL’S MESSIAH 30 Nov, Newent Community School. Newent and District Choral Society concert. For details: 01989 750528.
MEDIEVAL BANQUET 30 Nov, 7.30 - 11.30pm, Hillside Brewery, Nr Longhope, GL17 0NG. Charity event in aid of Forest Pulse. 3-course meal with vegetarian/vegan option, music, dancing, raffle and auction. Prize for best costume. Admission by ticket only. Tickets: £25pp; available from the Forest Pulse office or the Hillside Brewery shop. Contact: charitymanager@forestpulse. co.uk or 01594 826357. CHRISTMAS AT PERRYGROVE 1, 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 - 24 Dec, Perrygrove Railway, Coleford, GL16 8QB. Watch Father Christmas come down the chimney. 25-minute show with a story, singing, refreshment and presents. Tickets lasts all day, so enjoy as many train rides as you like. Advance booking essential. T: 01594
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COMMUNITY CAROLS 1 December, 3pm, St Mary's Church Room, Newent. Celebrate the closing of the Christmas Tree Festival by singing traditional Christmas carols with music from the Cheltenham Salvation Army Band, Tambourines and various artists. Retiring collection in aid of the Church restoration. office@stmarysnewent.org
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KNIT & NATTER GROUP Every Monday, 10.30am, Community Café, 36 Broad St, Newent. Bring your knitting, crochet or sewing project and join in. 01531 821389 or 07967 683853. MAY HILL COUNTRY DANCE Last Wed/month, 10am 12pm, May Hill Village Hall Liz Cox: 01452 830899
MEETINGS ABOUT PRAYER. Sundays, St Mary's Church, Newent. 8.45am: Communion. 10.15am: Communion or Morning Worship. 4pm: Informal Cafe-style worship with tea and cakes. office@stmarysnewent.org
MEND & REPAIR CAFÉ 16 Nov, 10am - 1pm, Community Cafe, 36 Broad St, GL18 1AJ. Bring your broken, damaged and worn out items for our expert volunteer repairers to fix. Small donation only. Cake & drinks for sale. T: 01531 890 609 MUSICAL THEATRE EXPERIENCE SESSIONS Wednesdays, 9.15 - 11am, Newent Memorial Hall
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Songs from the Shows. Entry: £5 on the door. All ages and abilities. For more information: Jo Roach 07376 032818 or Joanna. roach76@talktalk.net. NEWENT & AREA PRAYER FOCUS 1st Wed/month, 8.30am, St Mary's Church Rooms, Newent. Come along and pray for our area with members of all the churches. office@stmarysnewent.org
NEWENT & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB 2nd & 4th Tues/month, 10am - 12pm, Newent Memorial Hall.For retired and semi-retired businessmen and professionals. 12 Nov: “Rembrandt” - Chris O’Grady talks about his extraordinary life and his passion for painting
his own changing faces. 26 Nov: “It’s behind you” Christine Morgan. A familiar cry for those who enjoy the slapstick humour of pantomime. Hissing and booing encouraged.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Mon/month, except May, July & Dec, 10.30am, Sheppard House, Onslow Road, Newent, GL18 1TL. All affected by Parkinson’s welcome. For details call Diane: 01452 790628. WALKING FOR HEALTH Every Thurs, 10 - 11am, Meet at Chillout Zone, Newent. For all abilities. Short & local walk followed by refreshments. Margaret Highton: 01531 820245 or Scheme Co-ordinator
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KEMPLEY PRODUCE MARKET. 2 Nov, 9.30am 11.30am, Kempley Village Hall. Local seasonal produce at good prices. For info Maggie Bligh 01531 890332,kempley producemarket@gmail.com; www.kempleymarket.com. NEWENT COUNTRY MARKET. Fridays, 8.30 11am, Memorial Hall Local fresh food, incl. including cakes, savouries, jams and chutneys. Seasonal vegetables, eggs, cut flowers, plants, meat, etc.
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