The Directory Prestbury, Southam & Cleeve Hill Charlton Kings, Pittville & Tivoli
AUG/SEPT 11
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The Directory Prestbury, Southam & Cleeve Hill Charlton Kings, Pittville & Tivoli
AUG/SEPT 11
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Gardening with Pippa Greenwood Books to keep the kids busy Motoring with James Baggott Technology Review Puzzles & Crosswords
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THE DIRECTORY Welcome to the launch issue of The Directory for your area - I do hope you enjoy looking through it. Please keep this copy for your reference until the next issue arrives, and please don’t forget to mention The Directory when contacting our advertisers! Best wishes, Vicky Muller - Editor
contents Sudoku
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Geocaching
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A Local Railway Anniversary
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Competitions
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Guaranteed Glamour
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Pictograms
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Chiropractic Tips
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Spotlight on Economummy
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Technology: e-books on the beach 19 Humour: An Empty Nest
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Recipe
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Cartoon
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Fun Quiz: Beer & Wine
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Motoring: Enjoy Retirement
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Gardening with Pippa Greenwood
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Decorating a Conservatory
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Solar Power - Hot Idea or Hot Air? 38 Super duper sciencefacts
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Books to Keep the Kids Busy
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Puzzle Solutions
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Useful Local Information
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Pubs & Restaurants
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Taxis & Takeaways
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Wordsearch
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Index of Advertisers
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Advertising Info
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THE DIRECTORY
Sudoku
How to solve: Each row, column and 3x3 box must contain the numbers 1 through 9 only once. This can be done by applying logic you do not have to guess! Solution on page 43
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• Do you wish to set up multiple trusts or give multiple gifts to individuals or charity?
• Do you have particular wishes over your funeral arrangements? Noel Greaves offers a bespoke, detailed service to his clients and deals with straightforward through to very complex Wills, including large estates and business continuation. Noel can visit you at your home or you can come in to his office in Tewkesbury to discuss your requirements.
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THE DIRECTORY Fancy a fun-filled activity all the Family can enjoy? Then give Geocaching a try. “Why don’t you switch off your TV set and go and do something less boring instead?” was the irritatingly catchy theme-tune from popular children’s television show “Why Don’t You?” Nowadays, “TV” would have to be replaced with Games-console/Laptop/Mobile phone or the latest must-have electronic gadget we can’t live without.
Geocaching The GPS Treasure Hunt But there is a way to convince the whole family out of the house with an electronic device whilst enjoying a good walk or bike ride in the countryside: Geocaching. This involves tracking down hidden items, or caches, with a GPS device and recording your find. You log-on to the Internet to find the coordinates of the cache, and then use your eyes to locate its exact whereabouts – like a good old-fashioned treasure hunt. Look online and you’ll find videos of cleverly hidden caches – inside sawn-up logs in forests, stuck-up pipes by rivers and even stuffed in plastic bricks as part of the wall of a disused building. They’re usually made up of a logbook sealed in a plastic box or ammo-case, along with small trinkets to keep or swap for something of similar value, and are always found outdoors. And if you’re really lucky, you might come across a “trackable” – a numbered coin or dogtag that’s moved from cache to cache. Each time it is moved, its serial number is logged on-line so it can be tracked. Bought online for a couple of pounds, some have been known to travel
more than 10,000 miles over 3 continents. Geocaching started in the US after early GPS-enthusiast Dave Ulmer planted a bucket filled with videos, books, software and a slingshot, together with a logbook and pencil, in woods near his house. After posting the coordinates online on May 3rd 2000, his package was found twice within two days after word spread rapidly among the online community. The official Geocaching website launched in September 2000 with the coordinates for 75 caches across the world listed on it. The craze soon took-off and today there are over 1.3m caches hidden in over 100 countries across the globe, with 5 million registered users. And it’s really simple to start Geocaching – just create a free membership on www.geocaching. com, type in your postcode to find caches near you, invest in a GPS device or mobile phone with GPS capability and that’s it, you’re ready. Most GPS devices take you within 6-20 feet of the object so be prepared to spend a while looking for the cache when you arrive there - this is the bit that the kids always love the best. And remember to always respect the countryside where the cache is found – don’t leave litter or damage the environment. So for a fantastic family day out that doesn’t cost a fortune, often set in stunning countryside, why don’t you give Geocaching a go? It’s certainly less boring than watching TV. Be careful of Muggles near a cache though – Muggles are non-geocachers who are sometimes near caches, such as people innocently walking their dog. Cachers try not to reveal what they’re doing to Muggles! Next month, read about some real Geocaching experiences.
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THE DIRECTORY | LOCAL HISTORY
A Local Railway Anniversary Many readers will have enjoyed a visit to the Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Steam Railway and will be aware that at present it is operating in two parts because of a land slip at ‘Chicken Curve’ just to the north of Winchcombe. Thirty five years ago this month a coal wagon derailed at almost the same place and brought about the closure of the original line. My article charts the final years of the Cheltenham to Honeybourne line under British Rail. How many people now realise that until March 1960 it was possible to travel by train between Bishop’s Cleeve and Winchcombe? The journey might have taken just eleven minutes, including a stop at Gretton, but on a weekday there were only five trains and on Sundays there were none. For Cheltenham workers and schoolchildren the trains were very convenient, as they ended at St James’ station opposite St Gregory’s church, but miss the 7.45am train at Bishop’s Cleeve
¹ Tewkesbury Historical Society Bulletin 18 (2009)
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for Winchcombe and you had to wait until 2.42pm for the next one! Miss the 10.17am at Winchcombe and the next train to Bishop’s Cleeve came at 6.35pm! On Saturdays two shoppers’ trains filled those gaps. The line had opened in 1906 as part of the Great Western Railway’s new through route between Birmingham and Bristol to compete with the existing line built by the Midland Railway, but before its fiftieth birthday it was in decline. Bishop’s Cleeve station lost its staff in 1950 and Gotherington was closed completely in 1955, although the buildings survive today in private hands and provide a highlight of the modern journey. Yet Winchcombe station was still staffed and its goods yard remained open until 1964, although the original station The late Bill Potter took this photograph of one of the last trains to stop at Bishop’s Cleeve.
² For more on this station see T.H.S. Bulletin 12 (2003)
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THE DIRECTORY | LOCAL HISTORY and signal box were then demolished within a year, leaving only the goods shed, now the home of the steam railway’s carriage and wagon works. By the end of 1965 Bishop’s Cleeve’s attractive Cotswold stone signal box had gone and so only the station master’s house and a pair of railwaymen’s semis on Station Road serve as reminders of the site of the railway station. However these local Cheltenham to Honeybourne services amounted to only a small proportion of the traffic on the line. Until 1962 a handful of long distance trains ran daily between the West Midlands and the South West and South Wales. Some readers will remember the crack express The Cornishman which ran between Birmingham and Penzance. Until 1965 a dozen summer Saturday trains transported holidaymakers to places like Paignton and Pembroke, but from 1966 the only regular passenger service remaining was the twice daily bubblecar between Gloucester and Leamington Spa, which ran, often empty, until March 1968. This left only the race specials using the southern part of the line until the closure in 1976.
The last Gloucester to Leamington train passing through Toddington on 23 March 1968. (Photo: Tim Curr)
Winchcombe goods yard became the centre for reclaiming the rails. October 1979
We can too easily forget today just how much freight went by rail in the 1960s and 1970s and so the line continued to be used by goods trains. In 1972 twenty trains a day were passing along the line and it was a slow train losing a coal wagon near Winchcombe on 25 August 1976 which brought about closure. British Rail estimated the cost of restoring the line to be almost the same as the value of the metal rails themselves and so the track was removed. It had all been lifted by March 1981 when a group of enthusiasts took a lease on the old goods yard at Toddington since when....... but that’s another story.
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Are you feeling listened to? Julie Wales, Dip Couns, MBacp nal can help with a variety of issues including: Low self-esteem l Family life Relationship issues and more l Coping with being a Carer and / or a Parent l Child disability l Stress and anxiety l Family support & Parenting a child with special needs
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THE DIRECTORY | HEALTH & LIFESTYE Now that the long, hot days of summer have faded to memory and the crisp nip in the air has marked the arrival of autumn, the low maintenance, casual and laidback beauty styles that have seen us through last season are in much need of updating
The light covering of tinted moisturiser and sweep of mascara that seemed so effortless yet effective when paired with beach tanned skin, becomes totally redundant when competing with a weather-beaten face. Although the dark nights take a little getting used to, it's not all doom and gloom, as this time of year provides the perfect opportunity to expand your make-up bag, commit to a skin care regime and experiment with some brand new beauty looks. And we've certainly seen some exciting trends hitting the catwalk for this season. All of the top designers have showcased clothing collections full of sumptuous, indulgent fabrics that epitomise winter chic. But these collections would not have been half as effective if not combined with styled make-up and hair that, of course, is crucial in completing the look. The top make-up trends for this season have been established, so all that’s left is for us to take style inspiration and exchange our usual staid beauty routine for a truly inspired new look. Sporting 'swinging sixties' style, Anna Sui focused all attention on the eyes, with thick black lines of liquid liner and superbly volumised lashes, teamed with nude lips and natural hair. In contrast, Oscar de la Renta chose striking blusher shades, heavily defined brows and a prominent pink pout, with hair swept off the face in a classic ponytail; whilst Donna Karan used autumnal shades of orange, tangerine and rust to create striking eyeshadow hues. The nineties were revisited by Vera Wang. Grunge style was re-created with smudgy black liner, roughly applied metallic shadow and frosty pink lips finished with mussed-up hair - in true 'rock chick' style. But the trend that really seems to stand out is classic Hollywood glamour. Adopted by Diane von Furstenberg the look combines ravishing red lips, flawless foundation, a light smoky eye, curled and subtly mascara'd lashes and, of course, immaculately blow dried hair. It's a return to full on glamour that pays homage to a bygone era. The vampish style is undeniably sexy and the vintage edge makes it unquestionably chic. It's sophisticated, classy, refined and totally feminine. As a high maintenance trend you might think that it's all a bit too much trouble, but it’s amazing what a difference embracing even just one element can make - it is well worth a try.
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THE DIRECTORY | HEALTH & LIFESTYLE To create the look you need the right tools... A flawless base is essential. Begin by using a light moisturiser and add a creamy matt foundation to even out skin tone. (1. All About Face foundation, Ivory, £1.49 ).
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Combine a mixture of smoky shades on eyes and add a flick of black eyeliner, curl lashes and finish with mascara. (2. Body Shop eyeshadow £16, 3. Next black kohl pencil £3, 4. Body Shop ‘big and curvy’ waterproof mascara £10). Sweep a soft shade of blusher onto cheeks (5. Next blusher £4) and then concentrate on the all important pout. Find a red lipstick that compliments your skin tone
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In the Driving Seat
Tips from Gabrielle Swait, owner of Cotswold Chiropractic We are frequently asked about how to prevent aches and pains while driving. This is the advice that our chiropractors give: • The angle between your seat base and backrest should be over 90°. In static sitting a 135°, semireclined position puts least stress on disks and muscles, but it would be difficult to drive in this position, so somewhere in between, generally around 100°, is best. Your entire back and shoulders should lie against the backrest • It is always important that your lumbar lordosis (curve in your lower back) is maintained when sitting. Adjust lumbar support to give even pressure from the seat back along the length of your spine If you don’t have an adjustable one, consider a lumbar roll cushion or loosely rolled towel • Headrest height – this is crucial to protect your neck against whiplash injury. The top of the headrest should be level with the top of your eyes. • Adjust your distance from the foot pedals –
thighs should rest lightly on the seat base. You should be able to depress the clutch moving just your lower leg. • Steering wheel position – do not reach forward so far that your shoulders come away from the seat back. Elbows should be slightly bent. Make sure your hands are not elevated uncomfortably high. • Sitting in a static position for long periods puts stress on lower back structures . Try to break journeys regularly, if only for a few minutes. Try varying your back rest angle if you drive a lot. • Use the seat correctly – sit and drive as symmetrically as possible Driving advice is given by Cotswold Chiropractic, Stoke Road, Bishops Cleeve. 01242 678765. www.cotswoldchiro.co.uk
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THE DIRECTORY | BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
Economummy is a new, unique and exciting concept that helps families across Gloucestershire find quality flexible work solutions. Local mum, Hayley Pain, launched www.economummy.com on the 1st of June 2011 to build an online community across the county where families can inspire, empower and support each other, view flexible work vacancies and help mums that have set up a business or charity since the birth of their children raise their profile. Hayley is mum to two gorgeous little girls, meaning Economummy has been developed during just two mornings a week when they are at nursery and any other spare snippits of time she can find: there are many early mornings and late nights! She is totally committed to her new business and since its launch she has had an overwhelming response from families in Gloucestershire with many registering that they are looking for quality flexible work opportunities. Economummy.com provides a place where any business or individual can advertise their part time, term time, job share, annualised hours, one off, adhoc, home working or party planning vacancies. Jobs can be as little as just two hours help through to permanent part time contracts. Jobs are not exclusive to our members or site visitors and open to everyone; advertising ensures you reach a community seeking flexibility. It is also cost and time effective as it costs from as little as £20 per advert and vacancies are easily uploaded on-line. One of Hayley’s main aims is to help promote local Mums in Business (Mumpreneurs) to create a vibrant £conomummy. She says that after the birth of her children her career path changed, a decision by manangers in work that she found totally devastating and wanting to spend time with my children while they are little, started her Economummy journey. It took Hayley 18 months from having the idea to find the confidence to take the leap of faith and launch her own business. “I know just how hard it is to juggle running a home, look after children and run a business and due to these reasons I have created the Economummy Directory. An online place for Gloucestershire Mums in Business that have set up company’s since the birth of their children to list and promote themselves. Many are working part time and on their own and I am committed to helping them raise their profile and create a supportive business community. Anyone can search the directory and use the services listed and help build a vibrant local Economummy.”
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The Economummy forum is a place where families can exchange thoughts, ideas and support around juggling work and family life so please log on and ‘Join the Chat’. Each day, Hayley is getting more and more visitors to the site, people becoming members, followers on Twitter and people joining the Facebook page. “The Gloucestershire Economummy is growing and I look forward to supporting more families to find their work life balance.” To find out more visit www.economummy.com
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THE DIRECTORY | BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY TECH
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Holidays : a time to relax, turn off the phone and catch up on all those books you've been meaning to read. Thanks to ebook readers there's no need to stuff your suitcase full of books when you travel, but which one is the best for holiday reading?
What's the best e-book reader for bookworms?
e-books e-books on on the the beach beach There are three big players in the UK ebook market: Apple, with its iPads; Amazon, with its Kindle; and Sony, with its Reader devices. There are others - for example Waterstone's offers a range of ebook readers from firms including Elonex and iRiver, while recent Androidpowered tablet computers boast Google Books software but for now it's a three-horse race. There are some big differences between the devices. If you want a do-it-all device that doubles as an ebook reader, then Apple's iPad 2 is the way to go: it's a proper computer that can edit video, make music, browse the Internet and play games. Androidpowered tablets are very similar. There are downsides to all that power, though. The first is price - iPad 2s start at around £440, rising to nearly £700 for the top-end model - and the second is the screen. Tablet computers use laptop-style screens, which are hopeless in direct sunlight. They're also power hungry. The iPad's tenhour battery life is impressive
in computer terms, but it's poor compared to a device such as Amazon's Kindle. The Kindle (pictured here) has an e-ink display, which is the closest to real ink on paper you can get from an electronic device. That means it's fine in direct sunlight, very easy on the eyes you don't get the tired-eyes feeling that comes from staring at a screen for hours - and it's very small and light. E-ink only uses power when you change the page, so battery life is extraordinary: devices last for weeks between charges. There are two Kindles: the Wi-Fi only one at £111, and the 3G one at £152. The former is the better bet: unless you intend to read newspapers on it (you can subscribe and have them delivered wirelessly) there's no real need for a 3G mobile connection: simply transfer books via Wi-Fi when you're at home. Kindles store up to 3,500 books, so you're unlikely to run out of things to read when you're travelling.
The problem with the Kindle is that it's an Amazon-only effort: if you want to read copy-protected books (most mainstream ebook releases are copy-protected), you'll need to buy them from Amazon. It's a similar story with the iPad 2 its iBooks software expects you to buy from the iBooks shop. If that sounds too restrictive, then Sony would like to show you something. Sony's Readers (pictured below) are based on the same idea as the Kindle and cost much the same (at the time of writing the PRS350 is £149), but it has two interesting features: its e-ink screen is a touch screen, which makes using the device much easier, and its formats of choice are EPUB and PDF. Such books are sold in all kinds of places - all Waterstone's titles are in EPUB or PDF format - so you're not limited to a single ebook shop. So what's best? If you want a do-everything device, get a tablet - but if you're a bookworm, get something with an e-ink display.
Our final thought... The choice ultimately comes down to your favourite bookshop. If it's Amazon, get a Kindle; if it isn't, think Sony.
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Working from home An empty nest It hardly seems 19 years ago that the obstetrician looked up from the operating table where she had just finished delivering our twin bundles of joy by Csection and enquired of the room at large: “Has anybody seen my pen?” Oh how everyone laughed! But 19 years ago it was, and now my little darlings are preparing to fly the coop. Well, the daughter is: university beckons, and a glorious career in marine biology. The son has decided university isn’t for him and (if he ever fills in his bloody application form) is only going as far as the tech down the road to study music technology and sound engineering. But now he’s of legal drinking age we hardly see him anyway, so I suppose we shall soon be technically empty nesters. So, then. No more trying to work while daytime TV drones and buzzes away in the next room. No more abstemious Saturday nights because I’m going to be on dad’s taxi duty later on. No more chiding letters from school about missed homework. No more arguments about rooms that look like Coventry after the Blitz (no – that’s not true: the son’s staying). Will it be bliss? Or will all that unwonted peace and quiet translate into loneliness and loss, as some say it does? Whichever turns out to be true, it’s going to be weird. The weirdness has actually been creeping up on us for some time, and their separation has come in well-spaced stages. Our last holiday as a family (the Pyrenees – I recommend it) was a couple of years ago now, and I don’t suppose there will ever be another. They turned 18 and started going drinking with their mates (well actually, they started going drinking with their mates a shade before their 18th, but the less said about that the better). They have jobs, he in a call centre, she in a pizza joint. Weirder still, they developed opinions and ideas of their own, which they expound forcefully despite my status as paterfamilias. So they aren’t afraid of me any more!
This is all cool with me: I’ve loved watching them grow up and become independent. But now suddenly they’re going to have to stop becoming independent and actually be independent and I’m reminded of their very first day at school, however many years ago. We dressed them in their new uniforms and dropped them off at the school gates. As I watched them melt into the crowd of almost-identical five-year-olds I had an overwhelming urge to plant a video camera in their classroom so that I could continue to watch over them and be certain they were happy and unharmed. But somehow they thrived and flourished without my supervision and although there were times when I could cheerfully have punched some of their teachers, I suppose there were just as many times when some of their teachers could equally cheerfully have punched me. So: childhood’s end, and more departures. This time, though, I don’t feel that urge to plant a roving CCTV so that I can watch over them. Quite the opposite, in fact: the things they’re going to do are things I definitely don’t want to see. All I can do now is hope that we, as parents, have given them the equipment they’ll need to survive and thrive. And God knows, the world we’re ushering them into is a damned sight rougher and tougher than the world that confronted us at that age. by Ted Bruning
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Perfect for outdoor eating, this filling Mediterranean flavoured portable feast makes a change from the usual sandwiches and sausage rolls.
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The beautiful summer weather has finally arrived! Our gardens are in full bloom and the vegetables are now hitting their peak, providing not only the freshest ingredients for our dishes but also the perfect backdrop for your early evening pre-dinner drinks. Alfresco dining has finally been reinstated to its rightful place.
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Picnic Loaf To serve 4 people, you’ll need a large round, oval or oblong fresh crusty loaf. Slice the top off and scoop out the inside of the loaf, leaving a 1cm (1/2in) thick wall. Brush the inside wall of the loaf with some good quality olive oil. For extra flavour spread a thin layer of red or green pesto sauce or sun dried tomato paste inside the loaf. Choose a colourful selection of 3-4 fillings. Cold chicken, smoked ham, salami, cheese, firm sliced tomatoes, roasted vegetables (such as peppers, courgettes or aubergines), baby spinach leaves or fresh herbs like parsley and basil are all ideal. Chopped olives, capers or anchovy fillets will give extra flavour. Avoid watery sliced cucumber and salad leaves as they will make the bread go soggy. Layer the fillings of your choice in the loaf, packing them down well. Drizzle with a little olive oil as you go and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. You can make an extra filling layer with the breadcrumbs removed from the loaf by blending them in a food processor for a few seconds with a little olive oil, crushed garlic and fresh basil.
Now is the perfect time of year to venture up to Cleeve common and after exploring this stunning area of natural beauty, what could be better than sitting down and relaxing with a crisp glass of Sauvignon or Rosé and sampling the best the season has to offer with our summer menu.
£12.50 LUNCH MENU The £12.50 Lunch Menu is still on offer from Tuesday to Saturday including a beer or glass of wine. The Lunch menu changes every two weeks , so please check the website for further information at www.malvernview.com. EVENING SET MENU We are introducing a set menu for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings with 2 courses coming in at £19.50 and three courses at £24.50. Our full a la carte menu will also be available as usual on these evenings as well as over the weekend. PRIVATE HIRE Our restaurant is also available for private use for tables of twenty to thirty people seven days a week and offer a perfect venue for a friends get together or to mark a special family occasion. Some exciting new additions to the menu this month include: *Fish Platter; Shrimp Cakes, Home Cured Wild Scottish Salmon & Mussels with Basil Mayonnaise *Sudley Farm Rump of Lamb with Sweet Potato Filo Pie, Green Beans & Preserved Lemon *Cherry & Amaretto Semi Freddo with Cherry Marshmellow.
Press the lid on top of the loaf and wrap tightly in foil. Chill in the fridge for 3-4 hrs or overnight. Slice thickly or in wedges to serve. Keep the kids happy with their own individual versions using small i o n crusty t a rolls. Fill with layers of mild Cheddar or Edam cheese and wafer i Va r thin ham or sliced cold sausages adding a thin layer of pickle or tomato relish. Alternatively, mash a can of drained tuna with some mayonnaise and layer with crisp little gem salad leaves and grated carrot.
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CARS TO ENJOY In Your Retirement You’ve worked hard, looked after the pennies and sacrificed your preferred choice of wheels for family cars. However, things are different now: the children have flown the nest, you’ve got time on your hands and more importantly more cash, so why not treat yourself to a new set of wheels? Retirement is the perfect time to take advantage of lower insurance premiums and empty roads (everyone else is at work), but the hard part is what to choose. Here we take a look at five cars to suit five different needs…
The Grandparents Called Into Duty choice... Audi Q7 Our pick: 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel S Line, £47,290 A large part of enjoying retirement is the luxury of having time to lend a hand looking after your grandchildren. The thing is, little ones come with a lot of baggage, so you’ll need a car that can fit it all in. The Q7 is a great solution. Not only has it got acres of spaces, efficient diesel engine choices and a great specification, it’s also fabulous to drive.
The I’ve Got A Reputation To Uphold choice… BMW 5-Series Our pick: 520d SE Touring, £31,830 The new 5 Series is a marked improvement on the out-going model. It not only looks better now the design has been toned down, but the engines are even more efficient. If you’ve spent your life in the boardroom, you’ll know how good a BMW is and there’s no reason you shouldn’t enjoy a new one now. We’d go for the Touring (estate) version, which looks stunning and has plenty of room too. Just don’t go mad on the options list!
The I’ve Got To Have A Sportscar choice… Jaguar XKR Our pick: XKR Coupe, £77,900 You’ve worked hard for it, so why not splash the cash on something that’ll make an impression at the golf club? We’d resist the urge to buy a Porsche 911 (despite the force being strong) and instead head for a Jag dealership. The XK-R is a cracking car to look at, great to drive and sounds incredible, but above all it’s comfortable. If you really want to blow the budget, find another £6k and opt for the convertible.
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The Chance To Relive Your Youth choice… VW Golf GTI Our pick: GTI, £25,045 The Golf GTI has been a fixture in most of our motoring lives for decades, but we’d hazard a guess that although you always wanted one, it never really fit in with your lifestyle. Well, now’s your chance. The MK6 is the latest version and even though it’s put on a few pounds since the legendary MK1 arrived it’s still very good indeed. The 2.0-litre TSI lump serves up 207bhp, which is good for 60mph in 6.9 seconds and, as it’s built by Germans, it’ll stay the course too.
The Keeping An Eye On The Pennies choice… Hyundai ix35 Our pick: 1.7 CRDI Premium, £19,345 If you’re looking for a car that’s good to drive, comfortable, won’t cost the earth and has a decent warranty, then the ix35 is a great option. Hyundai has really upped its game with this soft-roader in terms of build quality and feel. It looks great and the high-level driving position gives a commanding view of the road. Just beware lead times are long so get that order in well before you want to take delivery.
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THE NEW MINI COUNTRYMAN. Not only does the MINI Countryman have 4 doors and easily seats 5 adults, it has more than enough boot space for sports equipment, buggies or medium-sized polar bears. Ambient mood lighting runs throughout, and the rear seats slide to allow extra boot space or more leg room for your vertically gifted passengers. Along with its flexible, spacious interior, the MINI Countryman has a new, dynamic outer. With familiar MINI features and go-kart handling, it offers the same driving excitement that you would expect from MINI. Powered by a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines, the MINI Countryman’s technological wizardry safeguards MINI’s reputation for fuel-sipping performance and surprisingly low CO2 emissions. We’ve new MINI Countryman demonstrators waiting, call our MINI Sales Specialists on 01242 587029 to get your bum behind the wheel for a spin around the block*.
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Wildlife in Your Garden
with Pippa Greenwood
I’m the first to say that a garden consisting of only plants is a lost opportunity. No, I’m not suggesting you cram your garden full of too much paving, decking, shingle or other hardware (and that includes well-dressed meerkats!) but as well as plants, you should encourage plenty of wildlife. Everyone has their favourites and some may even find some forms of wildlife less-thanappealing, but there’s no doubt that having wildlife in and around your plot will add an extra and very appealing dimension… literally bringing your garden to life. Anything you do to encourage wildlife is worthwhile, but here are my top ten suggestions: Slugs and snails When you use those little blue slug pellets there is plenty of evidence to suggest that you’re also endangering wildlife such as hedgehogs and birds. Use biological controls, organic slug deterrents, beer traps or copper rings to keep slugs off your plants instead. Insect Cafe Pippa is aprovide Make Greenwood sure that you gardening writer, as journalist plenty of nectar a vital and on foodregular sourcepanellist for beneficial BBC Radio 4’sas ‘Gardeners’ insects such hoverflies, Question Time’. gives pollinators suchPippa as bees, a wide range of talks and a wide array of butterflies lectures to gardening clubs and all those other harmless and societies. Visit www. creatures that might pippagreenwood.com and otherwise go short of sign up as a ‘Friend of Pippa’ food. Simple shaped (nonto receive a free e-book and double) flowers, especially regular gardening updates, offers and bulletins. those with centres aremore, best buy – trysigned poached Browse theopen site to find out books egg sedums and achilleas. andplants, lots more.
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Corridors of Power Ground living wildlife such as some of the insects, frogs, toads and hedgehogs to name a few, need to be able to move safely within a garden and also from one garden to the next. Try to arrange some of your planting so that they can safely scuttle from one plant to the next, protected by the plants’ foliage and stems. Large expanses of open space makes life harder for them. Butterflies Butterflies start out as caterpillars, and for those caterpillars to develop there needs to be somewhere for the adult to lay her eggs. Nettles are widely used as a good plant on which the caterpillars of some butterflies can grow and develop. If your garden is quite big then try to spare a corner to allow nettles and other ‘wild’ plants to thrive. If you don’t like the idea of having nettles in your flowerbeds, then plant some into flowerpots and plunge these in a sunny spot near your beds and borders – this way you’ll give the butterflies the plant but won’t risk the nettles spreading.
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THE DIRECTORY | HOMES & GARDENS High-rise accommodation Vertical planting helps wildlife too. Rather than having bare house or garage walls, or an ugly shed, plant it up. Using trellis or wires to support climbers such as honeysuckle you’ll not only have a better looking garden and have hidden an eye-sore, but will also be providing a useful roosting and resting place, a potential nest site and a source of food for wildlife. Birds Provide a ‘bird bath’ for birds of all shapes and sizes to use when they need a drink or to bathe. Shallow water works well but it will need changing and replenishing frequently, especially in hot weather. Make sure that you install it somewhere that is well out of reach of local cats and other predators. Garden Chemicals Don’t buy any more garden chemicals – they may seem to provide an easy and quick solution to your garden problems, but most end up endangering beneficial or harmless insects as well as the ones that you are trying to control. Wipe out the beneficial insects and you’ll not only reduce the interest in your garden, but may also be killing some of the insects which have the potential to be your allies as they would normally help to control the pests.
Ponds and Water features Install a pond or even just a simple water feature and you’ll be amazed by the amount of wildlife it attracts. Dragonflies, damselflies, other insects, plenty of birds and other animals will use the pond or feature as a drinking place. If you can manage to squeeze in a wildlife pond then you’ll also be providing potential breeding and feeding places too. Berried Treasure Plant some shrubs that produce tasty berries or hips later in the year. Autumn fruiting plants, especially those whose fruits last in to the winter, provide a vital source of food for many animals, especially birds. Wild roses, Pyracantha, Crab Apples – all make great garden plants but also provide a useful food source.
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A conservatory extends summer through to winter and and creates the perfect link link A conservatory extends summer through to winter creates the perfect between the house and the But how do you ensure that that this this is a truly between the house andgarden. the garden. But how do you ensure is a truly versatile room, one that’s useable all year round and and that that suitssuits youryour looklook andand versatile room, one that’s useable all year round youryour lifestyle? Katherine Sorrell looks at ways to make youryour conservatory a a lifestyle? Katherine Sorrell looks at ways to make conservatory space that’sthat’s functional, beautiful and and greatgreat to betoin. space functional, beautiful be in.
Decorating Decoratinga aconservatory conservatory
Building a conservatory is oneisofone theof the Building a conservatory most popular homehome improvements. most popular improvements. But aside from the question of But aside from the question of whether it will itadd to your whether willvalue add value to your property, will itwill additvalue to your property, add value to your life? Alife? good to start with A place good place tois start is with the overall colourcolour scheme. By the overall scheme. By painting the walls the same colour painting the walls the same colour as theas adjacent room,room, you’llyou’ll ensure the adjacent ensure that the conservatory reallyreally feels feels that the conservatory like part your ratherrather than than likeofpart of home, your home, a last-minute addition. Use the a last-minute addition. Use the floor, floor, too, astoo, a bridge between the the as a bridge between conservatory and the house. Tiled,Tiled, conservatory and the house. Pleated Pleated Conservatory Blinds inBlinds Calming Blue, from £750, Conservatory in Calming Blue, from £750, slate, stone and terracotta floorsfloors are are ThomasThomas Sanderson, 0800 051 54 04; slate, stone and terracotta Sanderson, 0800 051www.thomas-sanderson.co.uk 54 04; www.thomas-sanderson.co.uk beautiful but tend be rather cold cold beautiful but to tend to be rather and hard so it would be a be a andunderfoot, hard underfoot, so it would deep deep red, orange and earthy brown. Alternatively, you you red, orange and earthy brown. Alternatively, great idea scatter one or two greatto idea to scatter one orrugs two rugs couldcould aim for a cool, New New England look by teaming aim for a cool, England look by teaming to addtoinstant warmth and character, add instant warmth and character, white-painted rattanrattan with with cottons and linens in plains white-painted cottons and linens in plains perhaps in a colour used in thein next perhaps in a colour used the next and checks, tongue-and-groove cabinetry and simple and checks, tongue-and-groove cabinetry and simple room room so as to a visual link. link. so create as to create a visual floor floor and table lampslamps with with pale fabric shades. Or goOr for and table pale fabric shades. goa for a With the background colours, soft, English country look by adding chintzy cushions, With the background colours, soft, English country look by adding chintzy cushions, textures and patterns painted ceramics, botanical prints, delicate textures and patterns painted ceramics, botanical prints, delicate established, it’s it’s chandeliers and vases of informally established, chandeliers and vases of informally time to consider arranged flowers. time to consider arranged flowers. the key pieces of the key pieces of Another favourite in a conservatory Another favourite in a conservatory furniture – probably furniture – probably is metal furniture, though it’s best is metal furniture, though it’s to best to a comfortable sofa sofa a comfortable avoidavoid chairs and tables specifically chairs and tables specifically and some armchairs, and some armchairs, designed for the as they can look designed forgarden, the garden, as they can look perhaps a dining perhaps a dining unsophisticated and clumsy; instead, unsophisticated and clumsy; instead, table and – and– and tablechairs and chairs opt for curly, decorative metalwork, opt for curly, decorative metalwork, soft furnishings. soft furnishings. which lookslooks reallyreally pretty, especially which pretty, especially Many Many people choose people choose painted in a soft colour. TeamTeam painted in apastel soft pastel colour. rattanrattan furniture for for furniture with toile Jouy fabrics, old metal with de toile de Jouy fabrics, old metal a conservatory, and and a conservatory, café signs, oversized chocolate mugs, café signs, oversized chocolate mugs, it can it look canfabulous, look fabulous, painted wall clocks and enamelware painted wall clocks and enamelware adding a touch of adding a touch of with French lettering for a for conservatory à la à la with French lettering a conservatory exotic,exotic, Far Eastern style style Far Eastern Francais. Francais. to theto room. To emphasise this look, the room. To emphasise this look, For a For more contemporary effect, faux faux wicker furniture a more contemporary effect, wicker furniture accessorise with wooden boxesboxes with with accessorise with wooden (for both and out) in allin sorts of of (for inside both inside andnow out) comes now comes all sorts large brass handles (handy for coffee large brass handles (handy for coffee vivid vivid colours and surprisingly sculptural shapes, whilewhile colours and surprisingly sculptural shapes, tables), woven baskets, carvedtables), woven baskets, carvedfabrics, which resistresist staining and fading and and high-tech fabrics, which staining and fading stone stone buddhas or elephants, paperpaper high-tech buddhas or elephants, allowallow you to include upholstered are water-resistant, you to include upholstered lanterns and carved-wood mirrors. lanterns and carved-wood mirrors.are water-resistant, – so you go for long and lean furniture – socould you could go for long and sofas, lean sofas, For blinds, cushions and throws, For blinds, cushions and throws, furniture modular forms. The finishing or European-inspired, modular forms. The finishing choose fabrics in sand, mustard, choose fabrics in sand, mustard, or European-inspired,
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THE DIRECTORY | HOMES & GARDENS touches for this should be sleek, chicchic touches for look this look should be sleek, and minimal – an–oversized floorfloor lamp, and minimal an oversized lamp, perhaps; a piece or two in acrylic (maybe perhaps; a piece or two in acrylic (maybe a curved coffee tabletable or a or dining chair), a a curved coffee a dining chair), a modern chandelier and and maybe some framed modern chandelier maybe some framed black-and-white photographs. AndAnd there you you black-and-white photographs. there havehave it: glamorous or laid back, traditional or or it: glamorous or laid back, traditional modern, the decoration of your conservatory modern, the decoration of your conservatory can reflect youryour personal stylestyle and and really make can reflect personal really make this room an integral part part of your home. this room an integral of your home.
Use your conservatory all year round Use your conservatory all year round Heating is essential if you planplan to use Heating is essential if you to your use your conservatory in winter, and and this this is something conservatory in winter, is something that’sthat’s ideally considered at the ideally considered at planning the planning stagestage – though a retrofit is always possible. – though a retrofit is always possible. The options are simply to extend youryour The options are simply to extend current central heating to the current central heating to conservatory, the conservatory, placing radiators against the dwarf walls, placing radiators against the dwarf walls, or toor fitto underfloor heating, in the of of fit underfloor heating, in form the form John Lewis Nomad conservatory furniture, John Lewis Nomad conservatory furniture, 0845608456 049 049; either warm-water pipes or electric cables. 049www.johnlewis.com 049; www.johnlewis.com either warm-water pipes or electric cables. Some systems use convectors, set under Some systems use convectors, set under provide a cool waftwaft of air a central ceiling provide a cool of with air with a central ceiling the perimeter of the and and covered withwith the perimeter offloor the floor covered fan, fan, and and block dazzling sunlight with blinds, block dazzling sunlight with blinds, decorative grilles. decorative grilles. which will will control the the heatheat in the summer andand which control in the summer In the months, youryour main Insummer the summer months, main insulate in the Choose from pleated, insulate in winter. the winter. Choose from pleated, consideration will be keep the conservatory consideration willtobe to keep the conservatory roller or roman blinds, vertical andand Venetians, roller or roman blinds, vertical Venetians, cool cool enough to betopleasant to sittoin. enough be pleasant sitAs in.well As well wood-weave or simple calico, in colours to to wood-weave or simple calico, in colours as opening windows and and vents, you you can can as opening windows vents, suit suit youryour décor. décor. by Katherine Sorrell by Katherine Sorrell
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Solar Power –
Hot idea or hot air? Although most people have good intentions when it comes to being ‘green’, any incentive that ties an environmental initiative with a way of saving money is much more likely to turn those intentions into action. With the April 2010 introduction of a government scheme called FITs, solar power is exactly that combination and has become very popular over the last year. If you are wondering if solar energy could be a good choice for you, here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions.
What are the basic requirements for solar panels? The main requirement – rather obviously – is that the panels have maximum exposure to light. They are generally put on the roof because they won’t be blocked by objects, trees and other buildings. The roof should ideally be south facing and although it is possible to use a roof that’s between due east and south, or between due west and south, the further away from true south you are, the less output you are likely to achieve. Solar panels need light so less electricity will be generated on shorter winter days and although they will work on cloudy days, the performance will be reduced compared to a sunny day. Finally, although the north of the country naturally receives less sunshine than the south, they do have longer days in the summer. The north won’t be able to benefit quite as much as the south but it is still worthwhile.
Can I cut my electricity bill to zero? Perhaps one of the prime misconceptions about solar energy is that you will no longer have an electricity bill. Unfortunately this is not true as you will not be generating energy when it is dark, yet are still likely to be using it with your television, computers and even the fridge and kettle. Most domestic installations have little or no capacity to store electricity. It is recommended therefore that you make use of your electrical appliances during the day so you are using your own generated electricity rather than having to take power from the national grid which will be charged to your usual bill. For example you would use your washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and possibly the oven in the daytime rather than the evening.
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What’s the government’s incentive scheme? The government’s Feed-in Tariff (FITs) scheme became available in the UK (except Northern Ireland) in April 2010. The scheme guarantees a minimum payment for all electricity generated (the generation tariff) whether you are using it for yourself or not. Then there’s an additional payment (export tariff) for the electricity exported to the National Grid. Tariffs are even index-linked so the income will hold its value for the entire life of your system. The total amount of electricity generated is measured by a meter in your property. But measuring the amount of electricity you are exporting to the grid is usually either not possible or not financially viable (for domestic installations) so in most cases it is assumed that you are exporting 50% of all electricity you generate and your payment will be based on that.
How much can I save? The Energy Saving Trust gives the following example of potential cost savings (per annum): Generation tariff £800 Export tariff £30 Reduction in current electricity bills £120 TOTAL £950. Installation size of 2.2kWp. Based on a tariff rate of 43.3p/kWp, export rate of 3p. This is a great return on your investment (typically 8 – 12%) and certainly higher than most savings plans. Of course the one little caveat here is that you no longer have your capital sum to draw on if money is a bit tight. You will have increased the value of your property, but it is unlikely you will want to sell up just to tide you over a short term budget shortfall. Cont’d on p40
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What about water heating? If your water is usually stored in a cylinder and is heated by either electricity or gas, you could also benefit from installing a second type of solar panel which heats water. Unlike electricity which is difficult to store, storing heat is much easier and it’s likely you already do this anyway so that you can always have hot water on demand. You will need some checks made on your home water heating arrangements to see if it would be suitable.
Could I change my heating system over to solar?
In theory yes, in practice no. The times when you need your heating are in the winter – less light – and at night – no light. If it’s a bright sunny day between May and September it’s unlikely that you will be running your heating.
What are the costs?
Like any property improvement it does depends on a number of factors. If you are installing panels on a two bedroom home, it’s going to be a lot less expensive than equipping a mansion. A bungalow – if suitable – may be a lower cost
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as the scaffolding requirement will be less. But a budget of between £4,000 and £14,000 will cover most standard domestic installations.
How do I choose who to do my installation for me? As with any other significant property work, choose a reputable company and preferably a local one. Ensure you have carried out some basic research on the technology before you invite a company to quote so that you can gauge if they are knowledgeable and that the potential returns aren’t being exaggerated. Ask for references from other customers in the area. Finally look for accreditations. MCS is a quality assurance scheme which demonstrates that the company is committed to meeting rigorous and tested standards and The REAL (Renewable Energy Assurance Ltd) Scheme is a sign that the company has agreed to abide by high standards set out in the REAL consumer code. And ensure your installer is approved within the UK Microgeneration Scheme. For more information see http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk
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Cleeve Youth Theatre’s
Summer School ‘11
CYT Summer School is right on your doorstep, giving young people a chance to take part in a whole week of acting, devising and rehearsing. The thrilling ‘WHODUNNIT?’ murder mystery show will be performed to proud family and friends on the final day. It is a fantastic chance for young people to work with theatre professionals, get hands-on experience of acting, not to mention an opportunity to make new friends and have plenty of fun at the same time.
Monday 22nd to Friday 26th August 10am-4pm daily at Cleeve School Drama Studio For ages 8 to 12 years old
How To Book: Contact Honor Hoskins on 07891 835480 or info@toolboxtheatre.co.uk
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As the summer holidays stretch out, you’ll need plenty up your sleeve to keep the kids busy. Here’s a selection of books that’ll keep them entertained (and away from the TV/DS/Wii). How to make Stonehenge out of Biscuits by Tracey Turner and Clive Goddard A brilliantly creative assembly of ideas to keep the little ones out of mischief, not just through the summer, but every day of the year. From fun activities such as making invisible ink to more educational challenges such as the Kings and Queens quiz.
Although not strictly a book, this was too good to leave out. Introducing basic yoga for adults and children, these well-illustrated poses are well explained and great fun too. Stretch and bend in ways you never thought possible with this fantastic set of cards.
Where’s Wally? The Totally Essential Travel Collection by Martin Handford
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
This is perfect for whiling away the hours, with seven classic ‘Where’s Wally’ books crammed into one handy travel-sized edition. See if you can find Wally any quicker than the kids!
A Year without Autumn by Liz Kessler
This new title is a compelling read for girls aged 9+, managing to be heart-felt and humorous at the same time. Jenni Green finds herself travelling one year ahead in time only to discover that tragedy has struck and everything has changed for her friend Autumn. But can she travel back and change what lies ahead? A beautifully written title that’s sure to be a favourite.
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Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids and Grownups by Tara Guber, Leah Kalish and Sophie Fatus
Greg Heffley is starting a new year at a new school, with older, taller, meaner pupils for company. Along with his best friend, our wimpy kid details his daily battle for popularity. Perfect for reluctant readers, this series has become a huge hit with school children of all ages.
The Anti-Colouring Book by Susan Striker and Edward Kimmel For creative little minds, this is a must-have, packed with ideas and inspiration to encourage children to expand their minds and develop their artistic ability.
Ivan the Terrible by Anne Fine
This brilliantly illustrated book is about Boris who takes on the role of interpreter for Ivan, his new Russian classmate at school. Using the communication barrier and Ivan’s constant requirement for rude and worrying translations, Anne Fine incorporates start-to-finish laughs, making this a fantastically naughty and perfect read for boys.
You’re a bad man, Mr Gum! by Andy Stanton
This fantastically funny book features miserable old Mr Gum, who has to keep his garden tidy or he faces a wallop around the head from a grumpy fairy. Children and adults will love reading this hilarious tale that’s reminiscent of the legendary Roald Dahl.
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
If they have escaped the hype thus far, introduce your young teens to the fantastic Twilight series this summer. With a gripping plot, intriguing characters and a bit of romance thrown in, there’ll be no room for boredom.
1001 Holiday Things to Spot by Hazel Maskell and Teri Gower This title features a number of holiday scenes including the airport, the sea, a theme park ride or the mountains. Each page is incredibly detailed and is packed full of things for children to find within the picture. A great way to familiarise children with places before you arrive and the perfect lead-up to eye-spy!
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Begin your Kumon journey Kumon’s maths and English study programmes provide your child with the foundations to improve their skill set, inspiring a passion for lifelong learning and building the self-confidence to succeed both in and outside the classroom.
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Fun Music, Singing & Movement Classes for children aged 3 months to 5 years Classes in Cirencester (Mon), Bishops Cleeve (Thu) & Hatherley (Fri)
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THE DIRECTORY | FUN STUFF Emergency Numbers Ambulance 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Fire 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Police 999 EMERGENCY ONLY Police non emergency 0845 090 1234 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 National Missing Persons 0500 700700 RSPCA 01242 521 958 NSPCC 0800 500 500
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Electricity 0800 3281111 Gas Emergency 0800 111 999 Water Severn Trent 0800 783 4444 NHS Direct 08 45 46 47 Cheltenham General Hospital 08454 222 222
Chemist Numbers Badham Chemists 256 London Road, Charlton Kings Cheltenham GL52 6HS 01242 515143 Open Monday-Friday 9am - 6.30pm Saturday 9am - 5.30pm
Badham Pharmacy 62 Hewlett Road Cheltenham GL52 6AH 01242 260165 Open Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm & 1.30pm - 6pm Saturday 9am - 1pm
Boots The Chemist High Street, Cheltenham Tel: 01242 527084 Open Monday-Saturday 8am - 6pm Wednesday 9am - 6pm Sunday 11am - 5pm
08454 220220 covers all patients registered with a doctor’s surgery in Gloucestershire. Run by dedicated out of hours staff including doctors, specialist nurses and other health and social care workers.
Recycling Swindon Road recycling centre Opening hours Monday to Friday - 7.30am-7.30pm (summer time) and 7.30am-6.30pm (winter time) Saturdays - 7.30am-4.00pm Sundays and bank holidays - 9.00am-1.00pm
Wingmoor Farm, Nr Bishops Cleeve Half mile west of Bishop’s Cleeve on the road to Stoke Orchard. Open 7 days a week (except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) Opening hours: 9am – 6:15pm all year round Household Recycling Centre Helpline on 01242 680 010
Useful Numbers
Lloyds Pharmacy St. Pauls Medical Centre, Swindon Rd, Cheltenham, GL50 4DP Tel: 01242 571 590 Open Monday-Saturday 8am - 10.30pm Sundays 9am - 10pm
Badham Pharmacy Emergency prescriptions
If you have a prescription marked “URGENT” by your doctor outside normal opening hours, please call 01242 516779 for assistance.
In the event of an Emergency when no pharmacy is open, please contact Cheltenham or Bishop’s Cleeve Police on 0845 090 1234 who will contact a Pharmacist to dispense your prescription.
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GP Out of Hours Service
Cheltenham Borough Council 01242 262626 Citizens Advice Bureau 01242 522491 Gloucestershire County Council 01452 425000 Local M.P. Martin Horwood 01242 224889 National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 Bacon Theatre 01242 258002 Everyman Theatre Cheltenham 01242 572573 Town Hall & Pump Rooms Box Office 0844 5762210 Cineworld Cinemas 0871 200 2000 Cheltenham Borough Community Transport 01242 515388
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PUBS & RESTAURANTS Malvern View Restaurant & Hotel Cleeve Hill, Cheltenham GL52 3PR Tel: 01242 672017 The Apple Tree Inn Stockwell Lane Woodmancote GL52 9QG Tel: 01242 673277 Bottelino’s St James Street Cheltenham GL52 2SH Tel: 01242 224761 Charlton Kings Hotel London Road Cheltenham GL52 6UU Tel: 01242 231061 The Clock Tower Cirencester Road Cheltenham GL53 8EP Tel: 01242 672664
Everest Balti House 3 Portland Street Cheltenham GL52 2NZ Tel: 01242 221334 The Farmers Evesham Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8SA Tel: 01242 679277 Golden Mountain 63 Winchcombe Street Cheltenham GL52 2NE Tel: 01242 672664 The Langton 191 London Road Cheltenham GL52 6HT Tel: 01242 233022 Taj Mahal Balti 11 Church Road Bishop’s Cleeve GL52 8LR Tel: 01242 676006
TAKE-AWAYS All The Raj 27 Prestbury Road Cheltenham GL52 2PP Tel: 01242 242474 Chicken Inn 1 Portland Street Cheltenham GL52 2NZ Tel: 01242 527971 China House 176 London Road Cheltenham GL52 6HJ Tel: 01242 523687 Everest Balti House 3 Portland Street Cheltenham GL52 2NZ Tel: 01242 221334 Golden Mountain 63 Winchcombe Street Cheltenham GL52 2NE Tel: 01242 672664
Perfect Pizza 32 - 34 St James Street Cheltenham GL52 2SH Tel: 01242 235440 Pitville Fish & Chips 27 Prestbury Road Cheltenham GL52 2PP Tel: 01242 242474 Simpsons Fish & Chips 73 - 75 Priors Road Cheltenham GL52 5AL Tel: 01242 521964 Turkish Delight 6 Portland Street Cheltenham GL52 2PB Tel: 01242 282111 Wokswagon 77 Priors Road Cheltenham GL52 5AL Tel: 01242 575995
Masala Bites 22-24 Albion Street Cheltenham GL52 2LP Tel: 01242 530531 Rising Sun Cleeve Hill Cheltenham GL52 3PX Tel: 01242 676281 The Curry Corner 133 Fairview Road Cheltenham GL52 2EX Tel: 01242 528449
TAXIS Airport Plus Tel: 01242 808090 Airport Priority Cars Tel: 01242 572224 A2B Private Hire Tel: 01242 580580 Bishop’s Cleeve Private Hire Tel: 01242 696676 Prestbury Independent Taxi Tel: 01242 07860 434421 The 727 Car Company Tel: 01242 523523
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Index of Advertisers Beauty, Health, Fitness & Skincare All Your Life Beauty Beyond Harriet Cook hair & make-up Must be natural Peter Sollis Sports Therapy Building & DIY Staverton Building Supplies
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Building Maintenance, Repair, Carpentry & Handyman Services Dave Dowell 34 Graham Trump Maintenance 34 Children, Classes & Tuition Cleeve Youth Theatre Jo Jingles Kumon Maths and English
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Cleaning Services Tewkesbury Clean Team
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Chiropractor Cotswold Chiropractic
Counselling and Therapies Julie Wales Counselling 13 Pauline Yardley Hypnotherapy 13 Peter Sollis Sports Therapy 12 Positive Exchange Hypnotherapy 12 Curtains & Blinds Homechoice Blinds
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Entertainment & Sports Events Gloucester Rugby 2 Funeral Directors Alexander Burn Ltd
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Garden Services & Maintenance Edward Price Tree & Garden 29 Home Care Bramble Home Care 13 Kitchens & Bathrooms Nicholas Joiner Kitchens 31 Worktops Cheltenham 30 Pittville Bathrooms & Kitchens 3 Severn Vale Bathrooms 35
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Meals / Fruit & Veg Deliveries Wiltshire Farm Foods 23 Motoring, MOT’s & Vehicle Sales Cotswold Cheltenham Mini 26 J.T. Vehicle Services 25 Photography & Weddings Cheltenham Photography Courses 11 Cheltenham Wedding Show 10 Fez Photography 12 Harriet Cook hair & make-up 11 Torie Clarke Photography 11 Plumbing & Heating Paul Tamcken Platinum Plumbing Services Glevum Heating
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Restaurants, Pubs, Shops & Cafés Malvern View 22 Zebra’s Den SA shop 21 Removals MiniMoves
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