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Welcome to the November issue of the Newent Magazine. Once again it’s jam-packed with events happening in and around town, local businesses, interesting articles and community news. October saw the last half term holiday before the Christmas break and we are now steadily steering towards the end of the year, but for now let’s concentrate on what’s ahead of us and remember, remember the 5th of November! Guy Fawkes Night is back to bring us bonfires and fireworks – make sure you dress up warmly when you go out and don’t forget to keep your pets as far away from the noise as possible. Your vet can help with advice and medication for your pet so do give them a call. Another major event in November is Remembrance Sunday on 8th November. The Royal British Legion is hoping to once again raise millions with their Poppy Appeal, and this month you’ll see the theme of our front covers is centred around Remembrance Day – please support the Royal British Legion in any way you can. This month, BBC Children in Need also raises much needed funds. Their Appeal Night will be live on BBC One on 13th November. Many schools, nurseries, playgroups, workplaces and shops in the area will be raising funds for this worthy cause – it will be a week of non-stop fun! If you have an event planned to raise money for Children in Need or any other charity, then don’t forget to email your story and pictures to office@glosdirectories.co.uk so that we can include them in the next issue.
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Auction Anecdote Although I am tempted to talk about all the exciting diamond and antique jewellery coming up for sale in our next antiques sale on the 6th November I am aware that I have given jewellery unfair coverage in recent articles. I am therefore going stick strictly to the boys toys this time as we have been quietly selling off a huge collection of tin plate cars in recent sales and they have been doing rather well. Tinplate toys were first produced in large quantities in the mid-19th century, primarily by German makers such as Lehmann, Bing and Marklin.The toys were made from thin sheets of steel coated in tin – hence the name tinplate. After WWII German production declined and Japan took over as the world leader exporting mainly to America (although toys were often marked as foreign due to the unpopularity of Japan after the war). In the 1950’s and 1960’s plastic began to take over for toy production as it was cheaper and safer and nowadays tinplate toy production is all but extinct. The reason the toys have been sold off quietly at Smiths is that they are very much an online ‘thing’ with collectors purchasing from all over the world including in our last sale from the Netherlands and Israel.The first consignment of toys were brought in by an elderly client for the September auction and the auctioneers were delighted to be asked to sell such a charming niche collection which literally just flew off the rostrum with very little trouble or inconvenience. They were then very surprised when the vendor returned a few weeks later with a second collection for the October sale and since then a further seventy plus vehicles have been delivered for the November sale. In the October sale prices were very keen and included £700 paid for an unmarked early tinplate ‘Packard’ and £780 for an unmarked Lyons Sweets delivery van. Another delivery van by Lehmann (one of the most sought after German makers) made £440 whilst an amusing tinplate tank with gunner moving in and out of the cockpit made £140.With such ‘stimulating’ results the next consignment are now all catalogued and parked up on the shelves raring to go at the next sale on the 6th November. Smiths next sale also features a large selection of silver, gold and jewellery just in time for Christmas gifts.Viewing is on the 5th November 10am to 7pm and on the morning of the sale.Tel 01531 821776 or see the website www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk for a fully illustrated catalogue. - Written by Rita Kearsey Manager of Smiths Auction Room at Newent
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MR SHAMBLES’ MEWS Welcome to my first monthly Mews Letter! I’m Mr. Shambles, probably the most famous cat in Newent. I love wandering around town and I have my “special” places, in particular I spend most of my time in The Shambles Village. They say I’m the Shambles’ cat, but I prefer to think of them as MY people. WHAT? You’ve never visited The Shambles? I’ll give you a quick cat’s eye guided tour around this hidden gem of a shopping village with lots of “Olde Worlde” charm. Wander in through the enclosed Alley from Church Street or along the drive from Court Road which is where I will start from. First on the right is Sew Sew Studio. Nic’s a great seamstress and it’s THE place to have your alterations done. You can buy kids’ clothing and even book in for sewing classes. Old Nick's Studio is around the corner. Get a unique tattoo performed by an expert - or simply view the artwork for sale on the walls. Enchanted is an Aladdin’s cave of spiritual materials stuffed with magical gift ideas, incenses, essential
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lovely and I always wave to the dog when I’m passing! With Halloween over, the businesses in The Shambles will be raising money for Children In Need with raffles, cake stalls and lots of other fun things. On 28th November, Newent switches on their Christmas lights and The Shambles will be opening late. I’ll bet you’ll find some fabulous presents just by wandering through! Right, it’s about time for my cat nap. Look out for me when you visit, I DO love to be made a fuss of! Hope I see you soon!
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MARTIN LEWIS Solar By Martin Lewis @moneysavingexpert
As summer’s rays have faded, the 550,000 Brits with solar panels will stay smiling. Solar panels aren't just an environmental boon, they cut your electricity bills and pay you for generating energy too. However, the amount you can earn from them will likely soon drop again, so if you’re mulling it, it’s worth deciding whether it’s right for you soon. Let me take you through it…
In June the rate dropped from 13.3p/kWh to 12.9p/kWh (in contrast, you pay 9p-13p/kWh for the electricity you use). Yet once panels are installed, the government has said the rate is fixed for 20 years and rises with inflation, so signing up sooner pays more.
How solar panels work
Does buying solar panels still add up?
"Solar power? Hang on, we don't live in California!" may be your first thought. Yet it’s not about the heat, it’s about daylight, so they still generate some electricity on gloomy days – vital in a country with weather as dull as eating rice cakes while waiting in for a delivery.
Back in the day, solar panels were a no-brainer. When the Government launched the feed-in scheme, people typically got a gobsmacking £1,100+ per year in payments, not taking into account electricity savings. Then again, a typical system cost £12,000.
There are actually two types of panels: thermal which just heat the water, and photovoltaic (PV) which generate electricity, and it’s these that all the fuss is about, though you’ll usually need a reasonable sized, unshaded roof, facing south-ish.
Yet now while you earn less, it also costs far less with the price coming down to £5,000-£8,000. For a full detailed analysis and more help, go to www.mse.me/solar, but in a flash...
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Here’s some maths based on a typical house in Manchester with a typical 4kWp system:
Financially, there are two reasons to do this: ● You save on electricity bills. The Energy Saving Trust (EST) estimates a typical family can knock around £100/year off their bills, as it cuts the amount of electricity you need to buy. This depends on system size, location, whether you're at home during the day and other factors. ● You get paid for generating. You also get paid a ‘feed-in tariff’ for ALL the energy you generate. Crucially, that’s even if you’re the one using the energy, which once big home storage batteries become commonplace will be even better. The amount you get depends on your system's size, but EST estimates typical payments of £500 a year (tax-free).
- Cost of panels: £6,500 - Annual generation payment: £515 - Annual bill savings: £120 - Total: £635 - Break even estimate: 10 years - Profit at 20 years: £6,200. So with savings rates so low, for someone with a bundle of cash these are a good option to look at. And for some they can pay back even sooner. The key need-to-knows To see whether solar panels are worth it for you and whether you can get them, there are some important need-to-knows: - You need a south-facing roof: Panels need to be on a south-ish facing roof, which isn’t usually shaded.
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- You need a grade D Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): An EPC rates a building on its energy efficiency from A - highly efficient - to G. If you haven’t got grade D or above you get a lower feed-in tariff making it not worth it for most. Go to www.gov.uk/find-an-energyassessor to find an accredited assessor. - You can still switch supplier: Don’t think this locks you into your energy provider. Your energy supplier doesn’t need to be the same supplier as the one that pays your feed-in tariff, so you’re free to switch. And with many people already overpaying by £250 a year that’s definitely worth doing – do a full comparison via my www.cheapenergyclub.co.uk or any Ofgem.gov.uk confidence code site. - The further south you live, the more you can make: The Energy Saving Trust estimates that you could earn £720/year in London, £635 in Manchester and £595 in Edinburgh – as the south gets more daylight. To predict the likely return for your home use the calculator at www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/solar. - Planning permission isn’t usually needed: The big exception is if you’ve a flat roof, your property’s listed or it’s in a conservation area – you may need to get approval from your council’s building team so check with your local authority. - Ensure your fitter’s a member of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. You can check at www.microgenerationcertification.org. Aren’t they an eyesore? Will it impact the value of my house? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Some people worry that ugly panels plastered all over their roof and the fact that you’re tied in to a contract that remains with the property once you’ve left could push the price of their house down or put off buyers.
Don’t some firms advertise free solar panels? Some companies offer to fit panels free – but do that and they keep the bigger feed-in tariff payments. You just get the £100ish electricity savings, though prices are predicted to rise massively over 20 years. The firms also maintain the panels and pay for insurance. Yet you may not be able to buy out your contract, so bear this in mind – especially if you’re likely to move house – as this could be very unattractive to a future purchaser. I’ve full reviews of the free solar providers at www.mse.me/freesolar. New tool to trick Amazon into giving you free delivery The giant e-retailer used to give free delivery on its goods (not its third party Marketplace sellers) if you spent £10, but in May it increased that to £20. Delivery costs anything from £1.50 to £6, but a new tool (developed by a very clever chap called Adam who used to work for me), SuperSaverDelivery.co.uk scours Amazon for filler items. For example, a £19.72 hairdryer comes with a £6.01 delivery charge so £25.74 total. But the tool shows how you can add a 33p Snickers bar so you’d only pay £20.05. Turn your smartphone into a free holiday sat-nav If it’s got GPS, you can convert it into a free sat-nav for 28 countries without using any pricey data overseas. Just download the maps before you go – Navmii.com is a free app for iPhone, Android, Blackberry and Windows Phone. Once you’ve downloaded it to your phone, it doesn’t need any internet data to find routes, search, or access its maps via GPS, as these are stored offline in your phone.
And the aesthetics are worth considering, though there are ways to fit panels more discretely. Equally, a more efficient home generating its own energy and paying a feed-in tariff could attract buyers. If you may one day sell the property, I wouldn’t let it put you off. If you’re selling soon, it’s unlikely to be worth doing as you won’t have time to recoup the amount you shell out and it’s unlikely to add a similar amount to your house value. Page 12
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Autumn Planning and Planting by Pippa Greenwood There is no doubt that the main growing season is over for the year and autumn is now very much with us, which makes it a perfect time to review exactly how your garden looks at this time of year and to do some planning and planting too. If everything is looking a bit glum, why not make sure that for years to come you have many rich autumnal shades of orange, red, yellow and gold to brighten things up? There are numerous trees, shrubs and climbers with brilliant autumn colour and now is the perfect time for planting, as the soil should still be relatively warm and considerably more moist than it was during summer. It is also a perfect time to shop for plants which you can enjoy at this time of year, giving you the chance to see the plants ‘in the flesh’ and find out which individual tints and hues you find the most attractive. Make sure that you check the growing requirements of the trees and shrubs you choose carefully and ensure that you can supply them with exactly what they need, as soil and site conditions can hugely influence autumn colour. For instance, one of my real favourites is the sweet gum or Liquidambar but this is unlikely to produce the striking colour for which it is renowned if planted in a relatively shallow soil over Page 16
chalk. You should also try to choose a relatively sheltered site for plants grown for autumn colour, avoiding the most windswept areas where strong winds will rapidly knock the leaves from the shrub or tree just when the plant has come into the best of its autumnal shades. The ultimate choice of plants will be largely determined by the conditions in and the size of your garden, so a trip to your local garden centre is worthwhile. The Japanese crimson glory vine (Vitis coignetiae) is a fabulous ornamental vine which can grow to a height of 90 feet, so can be used to train over trees or large buildings. Its toothed leaves turn a range of purple, crimson and reddish-orange colours in autumn. Some viburnums, including Viburnum dentatum, also have lovely autumn colours and for bright yellow autumn foliage then the witch hazels (Hamamelis and Fothergilla) are some of my favourites, although they prefer an acid soil. The numerous maples, particularly the Japanese maples, not only bring vibrant colours into your garden during autumn but being relatively small or very slow growing are suitable for most plots. There are lots of different types of Acer palmatum which
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Cards for Good Causes now in Newent The inspiration for Cards for Good Causes came in 1959 when a group of medical charities gathered together to discuss the coordination of publicity for selling charity Christmas cards. They formed the 59 Group of Charities, which is now a multi-charity membership organisation.
Cards for Good Causes are now also available in Newent. On 28th October a seasonal Cards for Good Causes shop opened at the United Reformed Church in Broad Street. It will be open until Tuesday 15th December. The shop offers an array of festive cards and Christmas gift ideas. Staffed by volunteers, the outlet sells cards for more than 25 national and local charities, including Cobalt and Great Western Air Ambulance.
New landlords successfully introduce food at awardwining country pub
People can find the shop by looking out for the distinctive triangular red Card for Good Causes Santa on Broad Street. The shop is open between 10am and 4pm Tuesday to Friday and between 10am and 1pm on Saturdays.
Food is being served Tuesday to Saturday, lunchtimes and evenings. For more information please visit the website at www.almainnlinton.co.uk.
Dan and Gemma Evans have started serving home cooked food, using the best locally sourced produce, at this wet-led bastion of a pub. The couple’s ambition for this gem of a country pub has always been to build on the success of previous landlords Graham and Lin Webb by offering customers not only a selection of great ales but also excellent, home cooked pub fare using the best of local ingredients. The couple have been working with their new local chef Richard Hoskins to develop a menu including classic pub food (fish & chips being the most popular dish so far) and seasonal specials including May Hill lamb and pigeon. Continuing with the local theme, they have also given the pub a fresh look using artwork and wallpaper from local artists. Linton villagers and regular customers have welcomed the changes and helped to make the first few weeks a great success. Page 34
Traditional Country Pub Serving Great Ales & Hearty Home Cooked Food OPEN EVERY DAY Food: Tuesday to Saturday Closed Monday Lunchtime
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The Inny at Redmarle
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Andy Creese Butchers
BENTLEYS CASTLE FRUIT FARM Specialist growers of cherries, Specialist growers of cherries, plums, apples and pears plums, apples and pears.
• Apples and October to January Cherries endpears of June to mid July • Plum and relishes PlumsDelicious early July sauces to mid September Apples and pears early to January • Seasoned firewood logsSept delivered Delicious single variety pressedapple Delicious single variety pressed apple also available. and pearjuice juice also available.
Buy fresh, local and seasonal fruit! Call at our Farm Shop for your fruit! Open Mon to Sat, 9-5 pm, for Sundays phone 01531 890 428, July until Xmas.
Super Supper Ideas for Autumn VENISON AVAILABLE Make the most of the Autumn sunshine NOW – Great deals with simple suppers such as our Beef Stir on (strips joints,ofburgers and Fry tender steak with onions and casserole peppers in a meat tasty marinade), or our new Lamb Steaklettes (minced lamb with coriander and chilli). Don’t forget we’ve always got a wide Don’t forget... we’ve always got a lovely selection of every-day goodies to WEEKfrom rangeMofIDfish the Severn & Wye RS A all tastes and budgets. L U G Smokery our popular RE at Chaxhill. Trysuit Cotswold Life Just pop in for some suggestions! Fish Pie mix, for an easy mid-week supper. Butcher of th
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Meet TwoCan - The estate agency with a difference There have been some flashes of orange around the Forest of Dean over the last few months. If you’ve spotted a toucan sitting on a signboard or swooping on the side of a car well, you’ve met Timmy, the mascot of Gloucestershire’s newest estate agency, TwoCan. Although only established in June, the new team has been flying high, with properties for sale and to let across the county. Led by Branch Manager, Danielle McAfee, the team has more than 50 years’ experience between them. She said: “We’ve had a fantastic start and had lots of really positive feedback. As a new company, we’ve been able to establish fresh working practices and we’re determined to shake off the
negative stereotype associated with estate agents. We’re an experienced team, so you can be sure you’re in safe hands, but we like to do a few things differently here.”
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success has the potential to change lives. TwoCan’s approach is not your typical estate agent style. It has a simple, transparent pricing structure, which is highly competitive and means you’ll never be caught out, whether you’re looking to buy, sell, let or rent.
The agency offers a fantastic service, knowledge and a professional approach you would expect from an experienced team, but TwoCan has one vital difference. All The team is committed to the profits are gifted to charity. adopting ‘green’ working Owned by Two Rivers Housing practices too. Danielle charity, every penny made is explains: “We are based in an gifted back to support its work ‘A’-rated energy efficient office, – investing in homes to rent at and we wanted to continue this affordable prices and building into environmentally-friendly strong communities. This fresh working practices. Our approach and ethical stance company cars are dual-fuel, makes TwoCan stand out from we work in an ‘agile’ way the competition. It is also an to reduce the miles travelled extremely powerful motivator and we save paper by using for the team to do their very digital systems. This approach best every single day, as their also benefits our customers, as they can log into their records via our website, and track the progress we are making with marketing their property, 24/7. Of course, this doesn’t suit everyone, who might prefer the personal touch, so we’re always happy to speak on the phone or for people to visit our office in Newent.” So, with an open and competitive pricing structure, profits gifted back to charity, an ethical and green approach to working practices, TwoCan is soaring! If you’re looking to buy, sell, rent or let, ring 01531 821722, visit www.twocan.estate or pop into the office and see Danielle and the team!
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Making houses into homes...
Clover are a local Ledbury based family business you can trust for all your home improvements. You name it, we can do it! Building Projects We cover all sorts of home • Extensions and New Build projects, including: • Bathroom and Kitchen Re-fits • Loft and Garage Conversions • Electrical work • Plumbing work
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uPVC and Timber • Conservatories Clover Values. • Replacement windows and doors We want you to love the work we do • Automated Garage Doors for you and to love how we do it! We put you, our customer, • Roofline and Guttering at the centre of our business. • Automated Sun Awnings We are professional, honest and straight forward. We are situated at Wall Hills Farm We take pride in our attention on the Hereford Road just off to detail and quality of finish. the Ledbury Bypass. To find out We complete all our business more, arrange a visit or discuss with sound ethics and morals. a project, please call Clover on We will respect you, your 01531 631965 or email wishes and your home. info@cloveryourhome.co.uk Find us on Facebook: Clover Conservatories & Construction Ltd.
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Movember: Because Men’s Health Matters
By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk
MOVEMBER.COM changing the face of mens health
Since 2003, ‘Movember’ has inspired 4 million moustaches worldwide. But what’s it really about? Let’s look behind the moustache. What is MoveMber? The November challenge asks men to grow moustaches and talk about their health, with the aim to increase awareness of men’s health issues and raise funds for the Movember Foundation, a global charity whose mission is “to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health”. The Foundation aims to reduce male mortality from prostate and testicular cancer and improve sufferers’ physical and mental health, and to reduce mortality from male suicide by reducing mental health discrimination and ensuring that men and boys understand how to stay mentally healthy, taking action early when they experience problems. So far, it has raised £346 million and financed 800 research and awareness programs in 21 countries. “In the last 10 years or so... we’ve built the largest global men’s health movement off the back of the simple act of growing a moustache and a sense of fun and mateship,” says Adam Garone, CEO and Co-Founder. Why Focus on Men’s health? In 2011, the average UK life expectancy was 82.6 years for women but just 78.7 years for men, who were 14% more likely
to get cancer and 32% more likely to die from it. Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in 25-49 year olds, but highly curable. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point. The Foundation believes the main reasons for men’s poor health are: • Lack of awareness and understanding of men’s health issues • Men’s reluctance to discuss their health and feelings or take action when they’re unwell • Engaging in risky activities • Mental health stigmas The Foundation’s most recent research showed that 99% of Movember participants talked to someone about their health, 75% were more aware of potential health issues and 62% had seen a doctor, or intended to, to discover their ‘key numbers’. the MoveMber Foundation’s advice For Men Know your key numbers – ‘one of the most important things you can do,’ whatever your age. Track your body mass index, weight, waistline measurement, blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose levels. Know your family history – including illnesses suffered by family members who have passed away. Keep moving – maintain (or
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work up to) 20-30 minutes of moderate physical activity, 2-3 days a week, avoid sitting for too long and stay on the move. take action early – ‘Early diagnosis is often key to living a healthy life’. if there’s nothing wrong, your mind is put at rest. Attend that prostate examination and check your testes regularly (http://www.yourprivates.org.uk/ provides a useful guide). don’t smoke- smoking doubles heart disease risk and makes you 20 times more likely to develop lung cancer. eat well – think moderation and variety. Choose fruits, vegetables, whole grains lean meats, poultry, fish, beans and nuts and minerals, and avoid foods and drinks with added sugars or high saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and salt. sleep well – lack of sleep and poor quality sleep can damage your immune system and increase appetite and vulnerability to stress. stay mentally healthy – spend time doing things you find enjoyable and relaxing. Be proactive about your mental health. drink alcohol only in moderation Wear sunscreen – and check skin changes with your doctor. Early diagnosis and treatment dramatically increases melanoma survival rates. To find out more, visit https:// uk.movember.com/ Page 43
Whether you are celebrating this Christmas with family, friends or workmates, we have an event that will suit you. Get in touch today for more information or to make your booking. Don’t wait too long - places are going fast!
Harry’s Restaurant Christmas Fayre Tuesday 1st December – Wednesday 23rd December 2015 Lunch and Dinner for larger private groups that can be accommodated in a private room such as The Garden Room or The Oak Suite. Lunch or Dinner - 2 courses £16.50 - 3 courses £22.50
Queen Tribute Night -
Friday 11th December 2015
Our popular Tribute Night this year features one of the best if not the best Queen Tribute band “The Bohemians”. This authentic four piece band will rock the night away with classic anthems such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga and Fat Bottom Girls. Tickets £39.50 per person.
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Dust off those garments’ hiding in the back of the wardrobe, they are all coming back into fashion. Big padded shoulders, Tight leather trousers, Leg warmers, Collarless shirts, Flares, Pattern shirts and Hot Pants. Join us for this fun evening with your best fashion accessories. Tickets £29.50 per person.
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Friday 18th December 2015
A little of the glitz and glamour of a night out in Hollywood, right here at The Chase Hotel, with dancing to our resident DJ till 1.00am. Tickets £35.00 per person.
Masquerade Ball -
Saturday 19th December 2015
Enter the world of mystery and intrigue, can you pull off the ultimate disguise, can you fool your fellow guests and determine each other’s identities. Tickets £35.00 per person.
Casino Royale Night -
Tuesday 22nd December 2015
Christmas is nearly upon us, it’s time to let your hair down, dust of your glad rags and design your original fancy dress costume for our James Bond Themed Casino Evening. Try your luck with our fun casino. Prizes awarded for the best male and female costume and the most successful gambler. Tickets £27.50 per person.
Post Christmas Party Night January 8th, 9th and 22nd 2016
For those of you who have to work over the Festive Season this is your opportunity to enjoy all the Christmas Party festivities. Available for Groups, Companies or Private Parties with a minimum number of 60 guests. Tickets £25.00 per person.
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The Watersmeet Country Pub
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Your Family, Dog & Horse Friendly Country Pub The Yew Tree Inn located at the bottom of May Hill is the perfect stop on your way to the top! PUB QUIZ AVAILABLE EVERY 2ND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH.
2 Course dinner & pub quiz entry for £12.00 pp
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Golden Years
Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning
The only known photograph of the death sentence being passed in an English court.
On 13th August 1964, Gwynne Owen and Peter Allen were hanged for the robbery and murder of a van driver. Owen was a mentally unstable drifter, Allen a feckless petty criminal. The murder was out of character, and most observers were surprised when they weren’t reprieved. But their case wasn’t all that unusual, and didn’t attract any more than the usual amount of media attention. There was, though, one extraordinary thing about Owen and Allen: they were the last people in Britain to be executed. On 8th November 1965 a Private Member’s Bill introduced by Labour backbencher Sidney Silverman received the royal assent, and hanging was abolished. This didn’t come out of the blue. Capital punishment had become extremely unpopular and its abolition was mostly welcomed by the public. Three high-profile miscarriages of justice – or perceived miscarriages of justice – had gone some way towards discrediting the idea and, to undermine it further, the public had lost confidence in the way the Home Office decided who should live and who should die. The first of the three cases was a straightforward wrongful conviction. In March 1950 Timothy Evans was hanged for the murder of his daughter Page 46
Geraldine; it subsequently emerged that both she and her mother Beryl were actually victims of John Christie, who murdered eight women in his west London house of horrors – 10 Rillington Place – between 1943 and 1953. The other two cases were more controversial. Derek Bentley was hanged in January 1953 for the murder of a policeman during a burglary. The actual shooter, Christopher Craig, was a minor and got life. Bentley was 19 and got death. Then in July 1955 28-year-old Ruth Ellis was hanged for shooting dead her violent boyfriend outside a Hampstead pub. He had beaten and deserted her, and she was in a hysterical and desperate state when she finally snapped. Both were guilty. But both had the public’s sympathy, and people expected them to be reprieved as nearly half of all convicted murderers were. And when no reprieves came, what really infuriated public opinion was that the decisions had been taken behind closed doors by Home Office officials on legal considerations alone without regard to public feeling. The outcry was such that the number of death sentences actually carried out thereafter fell to a trickle: in 1964 Owen and Allen were the rope’s only victims. Harold Wilson, Prime Minister
from October 1964, had long been a campaigner against hanging and supported Silverman to the hilt. The bill was intended to last five years – as, indeed, had two previous identical bills introduced by Silverman – and it wasn’t until December 1969 that it was made permanent and the hangman’s rope was finally put away forever. As many had predicted, abolition was followed by a steep climb in the murder rate, clearly proving that hanging had the deterrent effect its supporters claimed for it. But then the murder rate flattened out, then it soared again, then after peaking at over 1,000 in 2002 it halved in 10 years. Hard to say anything definitive about deterrence from a rollercoaster like that! What we have learned, though, is that the number of wrongful convictions such as those of the Birmingham Six is frighteningly high: one can’t help wondering just how many of those hanged before 8th November 1965 had done nothing wrong? There are, of course, some who maintain that the deterrent effect of hanging is so important that it really doesn’t matter that, inevitably, a few innocents will be killed; they might reconsider, perhaps, if they found themselves in Timothy Evans’s place!
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Tips from The Millionaire Maker 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 and he lives right here in the Cotswolds.
The Success Destroyer Most of my working life is spent helping people to be happy and successful. My work is primarily in the corporate, private and public sectors, from the individual to the multi-national. I state this not as an ego trip, but as a firm foundation for you, my reader, to understand and take on board the magnitude of this message. There is not a successful or happy person in the world who consciously or subconsciously is not aware of the ruthless power of the success destroyer. It is a foul disease caught easily, highly infectious and can be difficult to eradicate once established. This foul destroyer is negativity, in all its various guises. This manifests itself with negative thinking, negative self-talk, negative communication, negative body language and a thirst for bad news coupled with enjoyment from other's misfortunes. Some sufferers spend an inordinate part of their life criticising, condemning and complaining. It is really very easy to find fault, but requires a bit of effort and imagination to find a better way. Very little criticism is constructive, mostly it is destructive. We all thrive on a little constructive criticism, but this can be “Oh so rare and caring”.
The world we live in is challenging though wonderful. Unfortunately, the balance is going wrong with so much news delivered to us 24 hours a day, and by its very nature news is normally bad. My brother Robin used to say “no news is good news”. Of course news and awareness of some of the horrors of the world can help to alleviate it or encourage action. The balance goes wrong however when there is little or no news, so it becomes sensationalised or contorted and exaggerated so everything becomes a disaster or crisis and we then become desensitised. So do make an effort to bring the pendulum back into balance. Be aware of the evil power of the negative and start by leading a life that is more positive and only allow the negative to play a small part of your life’s journey. So a few tips to get started: 1. The drink in the pub becomes half full, not half empty 2. Tomorrow will be partly sunny, not partly cloudy 3. When asked how you are, never again say “not too bad, thank you”. How about “I’m feeling ok”, “I’m feeling fine” or “I’m feeling good, thank you”. When we say “not too bad, thank you” we are implying either that we are normally bad, or we are surprised that we are not bad. For more detailed information and help join the Denny Business Academy for free.
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1st Newent Scout Group raises money for the Guide Dogs for the Blind For nearly a year, the 1st Newent Scout Group have been diligently collecting milk bottle caps to raise money for the Guide Dogs for the Blind. The children, aged between five and fifteen, have collected thousands of caps – enough to fill two large black sacks – with the help of the people of Newent. The bottle caps are ground down to be recycled into plastic toys, and the money raised goes towards the training of Guide Dog Puppies. Last month, the sacks were handed over to Beryl Hope and her Trainee Guide Dog, Laurie, who told us what it was like to train Guide Puppies and what will happen to the caps next. The children and leaders would like to thank everyone who contributed to our Appeal, and plan to carry on well into 2016. - by Ann Bryant, 1st Newent Scout Group Page 52
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Twenty years on she is teaching her ex-pupil’s children Branwen Tyler started teaching the infants at Pauntley C of E Primary School in September 1995. Twenty years on she is now teaching the children in reception class of those pupils she first taught.
OPEN MORNING Wednesday 4th Nov 9.30 am - 11.30 am Pauntley C of E Primary School
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All of the school’s 38 pupils, parents, ex-pupils, staff and governors came together in a celebration assembly to surprise their infant’s teacher with speeches and a series of gifts. Amazingly she was unaware till the assembly started, as even the reception children she teaches managed to keep it a secret. There were flowers, a special Pauntley cake made by one of the dads, cards and gifts. Mrs Tyler was overwhelmed by the kindness of her pupils and their parents. In a letter to thank the school she said: “Your thoughtfulness demonstrates what an incredible and unique place our little school is – a true family where we all care and work together.” Chairman of the Friends of Pauntley, Vanessa Roxburgh, said: “We wanted to thank Branwen for all her hard work at school, even in the holidays she can be found tending the school garden and organising her classroom. She has been a staunch supporter of all the fundraising The Friends do. She has seen the school change and expand, only a decade ago they were having to teach in portacabins with outside toilets. We hope she will still be here to celebrate the school’s 150 year
anniversary in 2021. My own son has benefited so much from her teaching and he has a real enthusiasm for learning and reading in particular – she is Pauntley’s special asset” Just five minutes drive out of Newent town, towards Ledbury, Pauntley is a small village school tucked away in a beautiful rural setting surrounded by rolling fields and views to the Malvern Hills and May Hill, after which the two classes are named. With just 38 pupils on the roll, Pauntley has multi-age classes that value children as individuals, offering personalised learning and a family atmosphere that welcomes children in and helps them to grow. Pauntley offers an early risers club from Monday to Friday from 8am and after school clubs until 4.30 in sport, wildlife and craft activities. And there is a monthly “stay and play” session for pre-schoolers and toddlers. Pauntley are holding an open day on Wednesday 4 November 2015 between 9.30am - 11.30am. Members of the local community and future parents are all invited to visit. Places are available for children aged 4 - 11 years. Or 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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Peugeot helps get Teenagers behind the wheel Peugeot has made it easier for teenagers in Gloucestershire to get behind the wheel by making its unique ‘Just Add Fuel®’ scheme available to 18-20 year olds for the very first time from local Dealerships, Warners’ of Gloucester and Warners’ of Tewkesbury. From September, young drivers will be able to benefit from the Peugeot Just Add Fuel® initiative on the Peugeot 108, due to a clever advanced telematics device which attaches to the on-board diagnostic port and tracks driver behaviour. Previously only available to drivers aged 21 or older, Peugeot has made strides in the motor industry by making the inclusive package available for young drivers on the Peugeot 108. Since its launch over five years ago, more than 27,000 people have taken advantage of Peugeot’s Just Add Fuel®. The innovative, fixed-cost motoring package ensures a single monthly payment which allows customers to leave the
showroom with three years’ insurance, servicing, road tax, warranty and roadside assistance for their vehicle. High on style, space and practicality, the Peugeot 108 is packed with a range of easy-to-use technology to improve life on the road. Offering an abundance of choice, drivers can choose from eight paint finishes, four interior ambiences and seven stylish themes on the 108. Marc Warner, Dealer Principal said: “Over the last five years, the Just Add Fuel® scheme has been recognised as a significant innovation in vehicle retailing and this has now been extended to help get first time drivers on the road in Gloucestershire. The Peugeot 108 is priced from just £248 rental per month and no initial payment is required. The monthly payments can be improved depending on variables like the amount of deposit paid, location, etc.
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Just Add Fuel® with telematics is also available to Peugeot 108 buyers aged 21-75 who do not have two years’ no claims discount, or have held a full UK driver’s license for less than two years. Despite being part of the new car retailing landscape for five years, Just Add Fuel® remains unique to Peugeot and its customers. For more information or for details on any of the models in the Peugeot range, please contact Warners’ of Gloucester on 01452 529755 or visit the Dealership on Eastern Avenue, Gloucester. Alternatively, contact Warners’ of Tewkesbury on 01684 297575 or visit the Dealership on Shannon Way, Tewkesbury. To find out more information online, visit http://dealer.peugeot. co.uk/warners-gloucester or http://dealer.peugeot. co.uk/warners-tewkesbury
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HOME FROM HOME BOARDING FOR YOUR DOG(S) Set in a lovely rural retreat near Newent in Gloucester with 3 acres of secure paddocks. We Offer: Luxury boarding kennels with heating and covered runs Small family run business Home boarding also available All boarders must be fully vaccinated 30 years experience Fully licensed & insured References available Inspection welcome by appointment Very competitive Rates* Book Now To Avoid Disappointment Call ALISON MATTHEWS on
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Looking for Livery? Fairfields Stables is a family run business that we started in April 2002 to offer livery to people who may not have time to look after their own horses. We offer full daily care or the option for you to do it yourself, DIY Livery, for £37.50 per week. We offer large rubber matted and airy stables in either an American barn or a tradtional loose box, suited to the individual horse. We have all year round turnout in 76 acres of free draining sandy soil. But most important we have fantastic facilities for exercising your horse, whether it is schooling for dressage, show jump training or tackling x-country obstacles, two arenas, with mirrors to watch your progress, a full course of show jumps and a 200m canter track. We don’t offer riding lessons, but people will take part in lessons here on their own horses with visiting trainers. Many of our clients enjoy hacking, some competing, whilst others enjoy looking after their horse and spending time in the countryside. At this time of year the yard always becomes busier as many horses are brought into the stables at night as the weather turns colder and the daily task of mucking out begins. It is a good time to check that your horse’s annual flu and tetanus vaccinations are up to date, have their teeth checked and make sure they have a worm count to test for encysted worms; that can give rise to poor health and colic. At Fairfields we have a worming programme, we send the horse’s dung off for testing every 8 – 10 weeks and only worm if necessary, but as winter approaches we give an annual wormer against tapeworm and bots after the first frosts.
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As the horses grow their hairy winter coats many owners will have them clipped, so that when they sweat, when they are excercised they will dry off quicker, this means rugging them up to replace that lost coat to keep them warm and clean! The latest rugs are breathable and made of advanced fabrics, but they do benefit from an annual wash, so make sure they are cleaned and returned well before you need to use them. It’s also a good time to check the fit and safety of saddles and bridles, check the stitching and particulary the wear on stirrup leathers. And many horses benefit from a tune up from a physio or animal therapist. Finally, check you have enough bedding to last you if your horse is stabled. Many stores offer discounts now for bulk deliveries and make sure you have ordered hay or haylage in, so you don’t run out if we have bad weather. Feeding advice can be obtained from all the main manufacturers and we even have had the big companies come out to weigh our horses and offer special dietary advice. Some horses will benefit from being fed an extra vitamin and mineral supplement or feed balancer when grass is short, especially if they are a good doer and don’t need a lot of seperate hard feed. Winter need not be a burden if you are prepared! Happy Hacking! - by Vanessa Roxburgh, Fairfields Stables
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What are the Signs of Dental Problems in Your Rabbit? It’s not necessarily tooth decay that causes dental problems in a rabbit. Teeth that grow at a rate of 2mm per week, combined with the wrong type of diet, are more likely to be at fault. Rabbits’ teeth should be ground down by their food, and if this doesn’t happen they can develop overgrown molars or spurs of enamel that cut into the soft tissue in their mouth. Foods rich in fibre that also wear down the teeth, such as hay and dark green leafy vegetables, will stop incisors becoming too long. To help you spot the telltale signs of trouble, and deal effectively with your rabbit’s dental health, here are some of the signs to look out for.
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Lack of grooming Rabbits naturally groom themselves, and if yours has stopped grooming it can lead to a range of other problems including fly strike, a potentially fatal disease. Rabbits use their teeth during the grooming process, so lack of cleanliness on their part could mean that their teeth are sore. Loss of weight It may be painful for them to eat, resulting in a rapid loss of weight. The abrasive nature of hay in particular could be causing them pain. Drooling If your rabbit has started to drool, it might be due to dental problems. Also look out for wetness on their front paws. Your vet should be able to smooth any enamel spurs, and keeping an eye on your rabbit’s general behaviour can also help to pinpoint problems. http://www. rabbitawarenessweek. co.uk/health/dental/ By Ann Haldon
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Helping your pets stay calm & safe during firework season 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 that your pet is fearful, may 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 caring 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 agents such as: Zylkene and Calmex which are very beneficial if used in plenty of time, but in severe cases some sedation may be indicated but this is usually a last resort. Please be aware of horses also during the season, and if you are having a firework party please inform your neighbours if they have horses, so that they can be shut in. We are frequently called to horses which have sustained injuries after firework parties, so please be responsible if you are doing so. Please remember micro chipping of all dogs is a legal requirement from 2016. We will provide a 20% discount on micro chips until 2015.
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Newent Town AFC in the Reg Davis Cup Final!
At 7.30pm on Wednesday 30th September the Cup Final of the Reg Davis Trophy was played at Slimbridge FC (Stonehouse Town 1st vs Newent Town 1st). For the first time in their 95 year history Newent played in the final against a very strong Stonehouse team who is currently
sat on top of the Northern Senior league. It was no real surprise when Stonehouse raced into a 2-0 lead after just 15 minutes but back came Newent dominating the next half hour without actually scoring. In the 2nd half Newent scored on the hour and amazingly equalised near the end, taking it into extra time at 2-2.
Unfortunately, Newent had a player sent off and had to play the extra half hour with only 10 players. But with just 3 minutes left and people in the crowd talking about a penalty shoot out, Newent scored the winner, sending their players and supporters into wild celebrations and leaving Stonehouse absolutely stunned.
Variety show returns to Mitcheldean After last year's successful charity show which raised over £1,200 for muscular dystrophy and cancer charities, many people asked for more of the same, so we are delighted to announce that the Variety Show returns to the Forest on Saturday 7th November at Xerox Club Mitcheldean. The fabulous line up includes hilarious comedy impressions from TV comic Jimmy Riddle, classy vocals from local favourite Jess Burton, stage and table magic from Mr Gruff, 'Shadows' hits from Newent’s ‘The Saddows’ (don’t let the name fool you, these boys are good!) and dancing to the Forest's own Emrys Cox. To top it all off we have a guest spot from local legend Dick Brice! There will also be a prize draw. The evening kicks off at 7.30pm and you will be able to enjoy 6 brilliant acts for just £10! All proceeds will go to the Forest of Dean Muscular Dystrophy UK Group. For tickets call Martin on 07796 585255 or email Martinwhitehouse586@btinternet.com Page 62
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Finance Boost Your Income in Time for Christmas By Ann Haldon
With Christmas fast approaching it’s worthwhile trying to boost your income to cover some of the cost rather than over-using your credit card. So to avoid a huge bill in January and get the New Year off to a good start, try one or two of these ideas and generate some extra cash. Use cashback sites when buying your presents If you like to shop online at Christmas, you might be surprised by just how much cash you can get back when using sites such as Quidco and TopCashBack. There’s no charge to sign up, and depending on the item purchased you can get between 3% and 10% of your money back. Generate extra cash on eBay and Amazon Not only will you declutter and make space for the next influx of presents, selling items online can generate some much-needed extra money at this time of year. There are hundreds of eBay categories, and once you get into a routine of photographing and describing your items, it’s possible to significantly boost your Christmas budget. Amazon is great for selling books, CDs and DVDs that Page 66
you no longer want, but they also offer hundreds of different item categories within their marketplace. If you have a lot of books to sell it can be quicker to list them on Amazon rather than eBay, as all you need to do is input the ISBN or title. The site then searches for the book and automatically adds postage, so all you need to do is write a short description. Use the popularity of local Facebook pages Many people use Facebook to sell goods locally. It works like a classified ad – you list your item and local people come round to view it before purchasing with cash. The local online groups are run by volunteers, and the listing is free-of-charge which saves you money in comparison with eBay and Amazon. Become a mystery shopper If you’ve got time to spare, this can be a lucrative sideline and offers a great deal of variety. Depending on the mystery shopping company, you could be carrying out a covert visit to a store, ordering a sandwich in Subway or checking out the service in your local bank. You’ll need to fill in a report online following each visit, and photograph or scan your receipts as proof that you’ve
carried it out. Make sure that you read the instructions thoroughly before you set out, however, as you won’t get paid if you don’t follow them to the letter. Turn your hobby into a business The UK arts and crafts scene has risen massively in popularity, and there is a range of websites where you can sell your items. Folksy is one of the biggest of these in the UK, and offers lots of help to set up your account. If you prefer to sell in person, however, try a Christmas craft fair in your local area – there should be lots of trade and it helps that people can see the quality of items first-hand. You’ll probably find that your local school or garden centre hold a craft event leading up to Christmas. Alternatively, bigger venues such as National Trust properties or stately homes in your area are also popular locations for craft fairs all year round. These are just a few ideas for boosting your income – try picking one or two and you might find that you’ve got some money to spare in January. http://www.moneysavingexpert. com/family/make-money
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25 Years Unbelievable Ohhhhhhh! “The things you say, your purple prose just gives you away. The things you say you're unbelievable!”
In 2007 the remaining four band members reformed and played several festivals, while guitarist Ian Dench continued writing songs for other artists such as Beyoncé and Shakira. More recently, EMF played further festivals and performed their debut album ‘Schubert Dip’ from start to finish. To say I’m honoured that I gave EMF their very first airplay is an understatement, it was worth every written warning I received for doing it! Fast forward 25 years, and the song is still going strong. Do I feel old because this was 25 years ago? No, I don’t, I just feel proud for helping put EMF and the Forest of Dean on the worldwide music map! - by Gregg Upwards
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What's On in November Service for those who have lost a loved one Sunday 1st November, 2.30pm St Mary’s Church Newent Everyone welcome. For further information please contact the church office on 01531 821641 or email office@stmarysnewent.org Memory Café Friday 6th Nov, 10.30 – 12.00 Noon, Sheppard House, Onslow Road A place where any member of the public who feel that they, or a person they know have memory problems or related cognitive issues, can drop in without an appointment for a chat, exchange of experiences or to receive information. For further information contact Vanessa on 01531 821227. Bonfire Night Friday 6th November, 6pm – 8pm, Gorsley Chapel Field
Gorsley Chapel will be hosting the fireworks spectacular. Free entry. There is plenty of car parking (just follow the stewards’ directions), and there will be hot food for sale, as well as the Tuck Shop etc. Please do NOT bring any fireworks (including sparklers) of your own. Then and Now-Oxenhall Sale of the Century Exhibition Friday 6th November: 4.00pm until 8.00 pm, Saturday 7th November: 9.00 am until 6.00pm Memorial Hall Newent In July 2013 over 900 people visited an exhibition in Oxenhall Parish Hall which documented and
illustrated life in Oxenhall throughout the 100 years from the sale of the Onslow Estate in 1913. At the request of many people who missed it in 2013 or didn't have time to read it all then, it is being set up again. There will be an opportunity to talk to members of Oxenhall Parish History Group and purchase their book written as the final part of this project, which has been supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund. Refreshments will be available. Annual Remembrance Sunday Parade Service Sunday 8th November, 10.00am St Mary’s Church Newent With an Act of Remembrance at 11.00am. Guest Speaker Rt. Rev. Rachel Treweek Bishop of Gloucester. Everyone welcome. For further information please contact the church office on 01531 821641 or email office@stmarysnewent.org Parkinson’s UK North Forest Support Group Monday 9th November, 10.30am - 12 Noon, Sheppard House, Onslow Road, Newent Dial-A-Ride available Call Pam on 01531 821227. For further information please contact Jane Henderson on 08442253694 or jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk Service with Prayer for Healing Wednesday 11th November 7.30pm, St Mary’s Church Newent Guest Speaker Rev. Andrew Braddock. Everyone welcome. For further information please contact the Church Office on 01531 821641 or email office@ stmarysnewent.org May Hill Players present The Seven Deadly Sins 13th & 14th November, Curtain up at 7.30 pm, May Hill Village Hall Seven light-hearted plays with 2 course supper during interval. Bar available. Tickets: £10. Available from Anne Seymour: 01452 830081/ Richard Pett: 01452 831615.
Messy Church Saturday 14th November, 10.30am - 12.00 Noon, St. Mary's Church Newent A fun time for all the family with activities, ending with a short time of worship and a meal together. Everyone welcome. For further information please contact the Church Office on 01531 821641 or email office@stmarysnewent.org Community Cinema - Family Film Saturday 14th November, 6.00pm, doors open for 6.30pm start, Glebe Chapel Refreshments available. Free admission. For further details please contact Andrea Cox: andreaelizabethcox@tiscali.co.uk Pauntley Film Evening - Far from the Madding Crowd (PG) Saturday 14th November, 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm, Pauntley Village Hall
Based on the literary classic by Thomas Hardy, this is the story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene, who attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching wilfulness; Frank Troy, a handsome and reckless sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor. This timeless story of Bathsheba's choices and passions explores the nature of relationships and love - as well as the human ability to overcome hardships through resilience and perseverance. With Carey Mulligan, Tom Sturridge, Matthias Schoenaerts and Michael Sheen. Tickets £5.50 to include tea/coffee and cake.
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...events cont'd from p71 Bring your own wine/beer. Raffle. Tel: Lesley on 01531 822315 or 07549 539307 for tickets and information. Flicks in the Sticks - ‘The Hundred Foot Journey’ (PG) Thursday 19th November, 7.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall After fleeing political violence in India that killed the family restaurant business and their mother, the Kadam family arrive in France where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory's (Helen Mirren) Michelin-starred eatery. The resulting clash of culinary culture provides both humour and drama. Is there a way to bridge the divide? The running time of this film is 122 minutes, so there will not be an interval. Admission (at the door): Adults £4.50, Children (under 18) £2.50. Reservations cannot be taken but discounted tickets (Adults £4, Children £2) 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 7.00 for those that would like to meet up with friends for a drink and a chat before the film. Oxenhall Fringe - Burke and Hare Friday 20th November, 7.00pm Oxenhall Parish Hall In association with Air in G and the Rural Arts Council. Doors and Bar open 7.00pm, performance starts at 7.30pm. Food in the interval included in ticket price. Tickets: £12 from 01531 821354 or richard@hilters.com Quiet Morning for Christmas Saturday 21st November, 10.00am – 12.00 Noon, St Mary’s Church Newent Everyone welcome. For further information please contact the Church Office on 01531 821641 Page 72
or office@stmarysnewent.org. The Lost Tales Of Gloucestershire Saturday 21st November, 7.30pm, Cliffords Mesne Village Hall Theatre Rush presents a show for all humans. The old fables are dying fast. The Story Exchange's mission, with their story barrow, is to breathe life into the fading tales of yesteryear. An AIR IN G Event. Tickets: £10, under18s: £5 from Marian: 01531 821542 or Gareth: 01531 821654. Newent Town Council: “The Listening Post” Wed 25th Nov, 5.30pm, Chill Out Zone, Broad Street, Newent If you have any concerns or questions for the Council in any area of its work, why not drop by and meet some of its members who will be pleased to listen to what you have to say. The Council looks forward to meeting with you and to hear your views on our town. Appointments are not necessary, however you can advise the Town Clerk beforehand on 01531 820638 or townclerk@ newenttowncouncil.gov.uk. Newent Orchestra String Trio and Afternoon Tea Friday 27th Nov, 2.00pm, Sheppard House, Onslow Road, Newent
home produced goods and delicious brunch and refreshments. For details see www.rudford.net or phone 01452 790831. Christmas Tree Festival Saturday November 28th, 10.00am - 6.00pm St Mary’s Church Newent
Come along and see this year’s selection of 50+ trees decorated by various organisations in the beautiful setting of St Mary’s Church. Supporting the Town Christmas Lights Grand Switch On. Admission to view trees: £1 for adults, accompanied children free. Gifts, crafts, teas etc. available. All proceeds to the St Mary's Restoration Fund. Carousel Club for Adults with Disabilities Saturday 28th November, 2.30pm - 4.30 pm, Glebe Chapel Come and join us for crafts, games and music, and have lots of fun meeting new friends. Refreshments provided free. For more information contact Arthur or Sylvia Lowe on 01452 830203. Town Christmas Lights Turning On Saturday 28th Nov, 5.30pm Newent Market House For more information please contact Newent Town Council on 01531 820638.
Cost: £4, Transport can be provided. Please phone 01531 821227 and ask for Vanessa to book a place. Christmas Market with a seasonal theme Saturday 28th November: 10.00am - 12 Noon, Rudford and Highleadon Village Hall Stalls run by local people selling
Newent Choral Society 70th Anniversary Year Concert Saturday 28th Nov, 7.30pm Newent Community School An exciting concert including Vivaldi’s Gloria, Parry: Blest Pair of Sirens/”I was glad” and Handel Coronation Anthems including Zadok the Priest. Andrew Millington (formerly organist of Gloucester Cathedral and just
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retired from Exeter Cathedral) is coming to play the “flat-pack” organ that is Hereford Cathedral Organ! Conductor - Ian Fox. For more information please contact Angela Jones on 01531 820205. Visit the facebook page: www.facebook.com/newentchoral Gorsley Barn Dance Club Monday 30th November, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall Fun and good exercise in a social atmosphere. Previous experience and/or a partner are 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.
LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Ashleworth & Hasfield Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Tuesday 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall. All Welcome!
Castle Tump Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Wednesday 7.30pm at Upleadon Village Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Jackie Bevan on 01531 820408. Community Coffee Morning Every Wednesday: 10.00am – 12.00 Noon, Chill Out Zone, 36 Broad Street, Newent Coffee and tea for 50p, cakes and biscuits. Computers, free WiFi, pool table. Open to all. Run by Newent Initiative Trust. Dymock Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 3rd Wednesday 7.30pm at the Community Room, Western Way Flats. All Welcome! For more information call Janet
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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 7.30pm at Highnam Parish Rooms. All Welcome! For more information call Dyllis Cowen on 01452 700760 or email thecowenfamily1@tiscali.co.uk 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 Mothers’ Union Monthly Meeting Tuesday 24th November, 2.00pm
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...events cont'd from p73 St Mary’s Church Rooms Christmas Party. Come along for tea, biscuit and a chat. Open to all. For further information call Margaret Highton on 01531 820245. 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. Full details on 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 many 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 Rotary Club Meets Tuesdays 6.45pm for 7pm start, Red Lion, Market Square, Newent Visitors welcome, please contact 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 Newent Probus Club Tuesdays, Memorial Hall, Newent Newent Probus Club for retired men meets twice a month on Tuesdays at the Newent Memorial Hall. New Page 74
members and visitors always welcome. For further information contact Peter Hayes on 01531 821212. Rudford Highleadon & Churcham Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 4th Wednesday 7.30pm at Rudford Village Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Margaret Bullock on 01452 750438. Staunton Women’s Institute (WI) Meet every 2nd Wednesday 7.00 pm at 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 Wednesday 7.30 pm at Taynton & Tibberton Village Hall. All Welcome! For more information call Patricia Rackliffe on 01452 790520 or email pmrackliff@hotmail.co.uk U3A Monthly Meeting Tuesday 17th November, 10.30am - 12.30pm, Memorial Hall Newent Admission is £2 and refreshments are available. Geoff and Lily Gidley will talk about organ donation and transplants in conjunction with a team of transplant specialists. Doors open at 9.30am. Limited parking is available by the hall with additional spaces in the adjacent car park. If you are interested in joining U3A why not come to one of our Monthly Meetings and discuss your interests with one of us. U3A promotes learning for all retired or semi-retired people over 55 years of age. Members share interests and skills through participation in Interest Groups, of which we currently have 21. More information can be found on our website: www.u3asites.org.uk/ newent. Arts and Crafts Huntley Art Group Every Friday, 2.30pm - 4.30pm
Huntley Village Hall Watercolours, oils, pastels and silk painting are all enthusiastically undertaken by complete novices to the more experienced amateur artists. For further information, please call Lyn on 01452 830694. “In Stitches” Saturday 7th & 21st November, 10am - 12 Noon, Glebe Chapel
Come along to this sewing group, where we enjoy each other's company and learn from each other. Bring your sewing project and machine along. Tea and coffee provided. For more information, contact Jacky on 01452 790632. Newent & District Camera Club Every Tuesday 7.30pm for 7.45pm start, Newent Library New Members welcome. For further information please contact Robin Lister: robin.lister@talk21.com. Tuesday 3rd November: Nick Jenkins: "Free the spirit" www.www.freespiritimages.com Tuesday 10th November: Monthly Print & DPI Competitions 3. Theme : "Open" (any subject) Judge : Ian Thompson ARPS Tuesday 17th November: Members’ evenings No. 2. Tuesday 24th November: Improvers' Print and DPI Competitions. Judge: Syd Mathews LRPS. Newent Quilters Every second Thurs of the month, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall New members always welcome. The group includes beginners and experienced quilters. Our meetings vary from workshops, sewing evenings and guest speakers. We run sewing challenges, charity quilt projects and will have our next
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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 newentquilters1@gmail.com Fitness Newent Health Walk Walk round the Lake Thursday 5th & 19th November, 10.00 am, Meet at Chill Out Zone Suitable for all abilities - you can walk for as long as suits you. We will finish at 11.00am for a coffee and a chat. For more information contact Margaret Highton on 01531 820245. Newent Line Dancers (Intermediate +) Every Thursday 7.30 - 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, Newent, 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
break. For more information please telephone our Programme Secretary Alison Jones on 01531 820151.
Gardening Gorsley Garden Club Monday 16th November, 7.30pm, Gorsley Village Hall Terry Hancock with photographs of wildlife. Visitors welcome: £2. For further information contact Sheila on 01989 720221. 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 19th November, 7.30pm, Newent Memorial Hall Christmas Social with "The Wide Valley Singers". Competition: Christmas Candle arrangement max. 10" diam. - fresh or dried material. Non members welcome. £3 to include refreshments. For further details please contact Betty on 01531 821399 or betty@woodentopz.fsworld.co.uk Music
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
Newent Classical Brass Saturday 28th November, 12.15pm – 1.45pm, Newent Community Centre An opportunity for all brass players interested in joining a group in Newent. 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
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Music Appreciation Group Friday 27th Nov, 3pm – 4.30pm, St Bartholomew’s Activity Room This is a social occasion to listen to and chat about music. Relax in a comfy chair, listen to some wonderful music, express your views and enjoy! Lead by Bill Anderton, Leader of Newent Orchestra. Cost: £2. For more information call Ginny James on 015321 821904 or email: info@newentorchestra.org
LOCAL MARKETS Kempley Produce Market Saturday 14th November, 9.30am - 11.30am, Kempley Village Hall
Come and shop for local produce at good prices, including home-made bread, locally grown vegetables, chutneys, preserves, jam & 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 Newent & District Country Market Every Friday, 9.30am 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. Page 75
Club meetings take place on Tuesday evenings in the upstairs room of The Red Lion, meet 6.45pm for 7pm dinner. The Club has a variety of activities together with the occasional speaker from all walks of life. Detailed below are examples of what Rotary is all about, with our motto being ‘Service above Self’ within the community. Father Christmas street visits: Again this year, Father Christmas together with his friends from Rotary will be visiting the streets in both Newent and Highnam. Father Christmas is looking forward to meeting all the children, whilst Rotary Club members will be ‘door to door’ collecting for local charities. Newent on Wed 16 & Thu 17, & Highnam Mon 21 & Tues 22 December from 5pm each evening. Newent Christmas Lights Switch On: The Club will be entering a float in the procession and also bucket collecting around the ‘Christmas Tree of Light’ in the Market Square for the Youth Section of Newent Rugby Club. Rotary charities will benefit from the kind and generous support of Highnam Players Drama Group who are ’bucket collecting’ at their performances of ‘Ladies Day,’ from Thursday 26 to Saturday 28 November in Page 76
the Parish Room, Highnam, Box Office 01452 306165 tickets £10. Proceeds to Cystic Fibrosis Trust and Alzheimer’s Society. Newent Community School: During December the Club will be holding its Public Speaking and Cake Making competitions for students from the school. In addition the Club hopes the school will be able to provide a choir/musical performance at the Rotary Evening in Gloucester Cathedral in March 2016, where only six schools will be performing. Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA): In September the Club were delighted to have a presentation from our 2015 student, Emily Arkell, who attended the one week residential course in the Forest of Dean in August. If you are a local student (15-18) and would like to apply for the 2016 course please contact our secretary below. The course objective is to improve confidence in leadership, teambuilding and presentation skills, within an ‘Outward Bound’ type of environment.
Nepal: Recently Club members attended a presentation by Kesh, a former Ghurkha, who now owns the White Hart at Maisemore. He is fundraising for those back home in Nepal many of whom have suffered from the recent earthquake crisis.
Rotary Charities: The Club would like to thank those people who have supported our many charity events over the last twelve months. In addition to those charities mention above the Club will be donating approx £6000 to our three main causes, Kisumu School (Kenya), Maggie’s Cancer Charity and our own Sheppard House in Newent. If you would like further information or would be interested in joining us please contact our Secretary on 01452 413442 or e-mail rochehighnam@btinternet.com
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