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Dear Reader, Well, where did this year go? I can’t believe it’s December already and it’s that time of year again when we embrace Christmas and all the festive fun that goes with it. December is such a magical month, not only for the children but also for the parents and grandparents. One of the festive highlights must be the annual nursery or school nativity play. It’s a very emotional time for us parents, so make sure you pack the tissues and put on the waterproof mascara! Christmas is also Pantomime time so don’t miss out on the all the fun! This year’s production at the Roses Theatre is Robin Hood & the Babes in the Wood, which runs from Saturday 3rd December until Saturday 7th January and The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham is putting on Jack and the Beanstalk featuring Tweedy the Clown. Both pantomimes, I’m sure, are going to be full of fun and laughter. To see what else is on in December, have a look at our “What’s On” section towards the back of the magazine. Finally, I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at the Tewkesbury Magazine. See you next year! Best wishes, Vicky Muller
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Tewkesbury Talk “How did it get so late so soon? It’s night before it’s afternoon. December is here before it’s June. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon?” Dr. Seuss
of what will become of the Spring Gardens site and I am sure, like the pool, the discussions will be heated.
November quite literally started with a bang with the Rotary Bonfire held at the Vineyards. There was an even bigger turnout than in previous years, and the firework display was spectacular as this picture, taken by Jack Boskett, shows.
I can hardly believe that I find myself sitting here writing my last article of the year… and what an eventful year it has been! There have been all the regular events of course – The Big Weekend, The Medieval Festival, The Classic Car Festival, the Mop Fair, etc., but also the opening of the new Leisure Centre and the demolition of Cascades pool, The Antiques Roadshow, the Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebrations, the opening of the Nature Reserve and, on a personal level, our move to our new shop. In fact, the Town Centre Fireworks by Jack Boskett Photography has changed quite The Bonfire itself was supplied by a bit over the last 12 months with Cotteswold Dairies and the Guy several new shops and businesses was made by pupils at Cambian opening – Flowers, Buttons & Bits School. The event was free to all, and Bluebell Wood Florists to name and funded purely from donations just two, a few sadly closing like and bucket collections on the night. Sanfords Jewellers, and others moving to bigger premises like Blow The Banners came down outside Hairdressers. The biggest change the shops in the High Street to be must be the demolition of Cascades replaced by Union Jacks in readiness pool, and the new leisure centre for the Poppy Day parades. The opening at the Council Offices on 11th was a Friday, and at 11am the Gloucester Road. A sad day for all traffic stopped, and the street fell those who, like me, learned to swim silent. A small wreath laying service at Cascades and then took their was held at the Memorial Cross in own child there to learn too. We the centre of town. Mike nipped all eagerly await the announcement out to take a picture for me and
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Poppy Day Sunday Parade and Service Pictures by Jack Boskett was very impressed with how well respected the silence was. We were, unfortunately, unable to attend the full parade on the following Sunday as we had to visit our warehouse. I have, however, seen many wonderful pictures on Facebook of the parade including this fabulous shot of the crowded streets by David Bagley. It is a real credit to Tewkesbury to see how many people turned out to honour those who have fought for, and are fighting for our country.
Soon the Union Jack flags will make way for Christmas trees, at the time of writing the Christmas Light Switch On has yet to happen once again Tewkesbury has been lucky enough to The Poppy Parade – by David Bagley
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secure the services of Father Christmas to perform the switch on ceremony. I always like it when the lights go on, as the streets seem a little warmer no matter how cold the weather, and it really does signal the start of the festive season. Once again this year you can sponsor a bulb either in your own name, or for a loved one, sponsorship forms are available from many shops around town. Also, signalling the festive season is the Pantomime at the Roses Theatre. This year they are putting on the adventurous tale of Robin Hood & the Babes in the Wood from Saturday 3rd December to Saturday 7th January. Booking is a must as the shows are popular with all ages. The Theatre is also hosting Tewkesbury Town Band on the 17th and 18th December for their annual Christmas Concerts. This is a great family concert with a selection of new and classic festive tunes and a few sing-a-long items too. Earlier in the month, on 5th December Tewkesbury Museum have organised a talk by Martin Robinson, a local researcher, on Responsible Metal Detecting. It is to be held at The Trinity Hall, Oldbury Road, 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start, running until 8.30pm. Entrance is £3 on the door, or by contacting Geoff Pope on 01684 297874, and includes light refreshments. All funds raised will go to the Museum. On a festive theme, the Museum are holding two Christmas workshops – on Saturday 10th December from 10.00am to 12.00pm there
is the recycled paper decorations workshop using a variety of different papers to create beautiful decorations for the home at a cost of £6 per person. Then in the afternoon, from 1.00pm to 4.00pm you can learn how to make a fragrant festive rag wreath using recycled fabrics, the cost is £26 per person. I hear there may even be mulled wine and mince pies too. Friday 9th December at 7.00pm and Saturday 10th December at 6.00pm the Holy Trinity Church are performing Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, tickets cost just £2 from the Church Office, and all proceeds are in aid of the Winston’s Wish charity. This classic Christmas story is sure to get you in the festive spirit whilst raising funds for those less fortunate too. Tewkesbury Methodist Church are running a ‘Messy Knit-ivity Sheep Trail’ which we were pleased to be asked to join in with. The ‘trail’ runs from Saturday 26th November to Friday 16th December. The shepherds want to visit baby Jesus but they have lost their sheep, you can find out how to help them by picking up a leaflet from participating stores. Nearing Christmas, on Saturday 17th December at 7.00pm the Schola Cantorum will be singing Handel’s Messiah. The Schola Cantorum of Dean Close Preparatory School is the choir of men and boys who, under the direction of Simon Bell, sing the
weekday services in Tewkesbury Abbey, and also undertake a full programme of tours, broadcasts and recordings. The Christingle Service is to be held on 24th December from 4.00pm – 5.00pm with the Midnight Mass starting at 11.30pm. Finally, I would like to say congratulations to Sam Morris who has been awarded Cotswold Artist of the Year 2016. As you will know we have our very own Sam Morris original around the walls of our shop. Sam lives in Twyning and is always happy to support the local community whenever she can. Her husband, Andrew ‘Mo’ Morris is an active member of the Tewkesbury Branch of the British Legion, and has recently completed a cycle to Paris to raise funds for them. We are proud to be able to say we are Sam’s local stockists. And so, I come to the end of this article, which will be my last for the magazine. I have enjoyed writing the pieces over the past couple of years, however, I think it’s time I let you all have a rest from my ramblings. I hope you have all enjoyed my writing, but for now I need to concentrate on other matters. For a start I need to fill the shop with Christmas goodies, and stack the shelves with Christmas Cards.
Merry Christmas to you all and a very happy and prosperous New Year! - by Louise Jones
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Christmas is fast approaching and it’s time to prepare as many festive savings are only possible if you do them early. This isn’t a trivial message. I’m fed up of every January people telling me they’re skint and when I ask why they reply, “Christmas of course.” Well I can tell you exclusively here, Christmas will be on 25 December this year, so it’s not an unexpected event – there is time to plan in advance to prevent problems. So here are my seven key things you should do in advance that’ll save you for festivities. I’ve focused on Christmas, but the same techniques work for Chanukah, Eid, and Kwanzaa too. 1. Agree to not give unnecessary presents. Gifts for kids, grandchildren or your spouse are fine. Yet it’s time to stop the ever growing list of people we buy for even when we’ve no idea what they want, know we’ll end up buying tat that’ll never be used, and add heaps of pressure on ourselves to do so. I’ve been campaigning to end unnecessary gifts for six years, and more and more people are doing it. Yet it involves agreeing a pact not Page 14
to buy each other. Even the joy of giving can be selfish if it obligates someone who can’t afford it to buy back. Julia tweeted me a couple of weeks ago: "@MartinSLewis, finally took your advice and told family I can't afford Xmas presents. What a weight off my mind. Thank you." So contact friends and family and make an agreement not to buy, or to cap the cost, only give homemade or even to give to charity instead. See my full ‘why Christmas presents are bad’ explanation at www. mse.me/BanChristmas. 2. Book your train tickets in advance. Wherever you’re planning on spending the festive season, if you need to travel by train, book your tickets ideally 12 weeks in advance. That's when most cheap advance tickets launch, so you get maximum availability. So if you haven't already, make sure you buy your tickets if you’re away visiting friends and family for Christmas and New Year. 3. Small savings make merry There are still a couple of working days left till Christmas. So, if you buy a £2 coffee every
work day, just give it up now, put the cash in a Christmas kitty instead and you’ll have some extra money to spend by the big day. I’m not telling you to do this, it’s about deciding priorities. If that’s cash you need for Christmas, are you willing to make the sacrifice? 4. Earn 5% cashback on your Christmas shopping. If you’re going to be spending for Christmas, you might as well do it on a card that pays you every time you spend on it. The no annual-fee www. americanexpress.com Platinum Everyday credit card pays you 5% cashback on your first three months' spending (maximum £100), so get it now and you get the big cashback during the high spend Christmas period. It then follows with up to 1% after. The cashback is paid after a year, so you’ll get it in time to help next Christmas, though there’s a minimum £3,000 spend to get it. That sounds a lot, but do all your normal spending on it as it pays you and you’ll be fine. Of course, only do this if you’ve a direct debit to repay IN FULL each month, or you’ll be charged 22.9% rep APR, which kills the gain.
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5. Not saved for it? Do it now – then you can split the cost by two (or more – the earlier you do this the better). A typical family Christmas costs around £600-£800 a huge amount from one month's salary alone. But if you haven’t started saving yet, there is still time. For example, if you put £300 aside from your November income, it’ll spread the cost. Save what you can. If you’re saying you can’t afford that, then I’m afraid you’ll need to go cold turkey. Christmas is just one day, it’s not worth overspending and ruining your New Year. 6. Set up a Christmas cupboard. Become a tactical shopper.
Work out in advance what necessary gifts you need to buy, and then if you spot a bargain, you can pounce on it when there’s a code, voucher or discount that makes it cheaper (I put the best in my weekly email at www.mse. me/tips). Even better, as is part of many Money Savers' Christmas arsenal, once you buy a present, bag it, wrap it, and pop it in a Christmas cupboard – gradually getting the chores done. 7. Not used it since last Christmas? Flog it.
old coffee makers, mobile phones, gadgets, or even clothes, why not sell them? This isn’t just about eBay or car boot sales; Facebook now has a lot of good local sales groups too that can be an easy way to do this. There are also lots of recycling sites that will pay you for old mobiles and gadgets – just make sure you do your research first to find the one that’ll give you the most. Martin Lewis is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Money Saving Expert. To join the 10 million people who get his Martin’s Money Tips weekly email, go to www. moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip
Walk around the house and examine everything; it’s time for your annual personal stock clearance. Many old items can be worth serious cash. And if you’ve not used things for a year, whether toys, prams,
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donations given helping Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice to continue providing care for local families. Elise Hoadley, Director of Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice said, “Christmas is a special time when many of us remember and celebrate the lives of those we love and miss." “Lights of Love is a way of remembering loved ones and also offers the chance to raise funds through donations so we can provide incredible care for those who need us throughout the year.” “It is a moving and memorable way to come together, remember, celebrate and give thanks for the lives and treasured memories of family and friends. Everyone is welcome to join us.” The hospice provides the only inpatient care unit giving specialist hospice care in Gloucestershire alongside its day hospice and Hospice at Home team which
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Tewkesbury Town Mayor's News organisations in Tewkesbury and to see over 200 children taking part in the parade. For this we also have to thank the adults who volunteer Santa visiting Tewkesbury their time Picture by Jack Boskett MVS Trafalgar Day celebrations to run these now in High Street windows. Trafalgar Day was marked organisations and for the You may also have located by both Tewkesbury Sea dedication that they show. some woolly sheep enjoying Cadets and also the Maritime a short holiday in some shops Christmas is upon us and Volunteer Services and I was as part of a competition run the lights in the Town Centre delighted to join them in their by the Methodist Church for were switched on on Sunday celebrations. Many of their children to find them. This November 20th by Father members were on parade on year the excellent display Christmas to start the Remembrance Sunday for the of Christmas trees created by festivities; he is now very service at Tewkesbury Abbey local groups that took place at busy writing replies to all and at The Cross. This is a Tewkesbury Methodist Church the letters that were left in service that draws more and last year moved to St Nicholas his post box. This year there more people each year. The Church, Ashchurch. addition of screens at the sides were even more stalls and and back of the Abbey enable they spread down the High During December many shops more people to be seated and Street towards the Methodist will be open in Tewkesbury to see what is happening. This Church which provided on Sunday, and parking on seasonal entertainment in is not an occasion supported the road is free so please the afternoon. Before the just by older people who support our local shops. lights were switched on remember but also by a Father Christmas will be one of the angels now seen growing number of young at Tewkesbury Museum hanging across the High people. It is extremely on Saturday and Sunday Street resided in the window encouraging to witness the 10th and 11th December of M & Co providing a increase in the number of and again on 17th & 18th unique opportunity to see her December. Santa’s sleigh will young people joining youth close up. Children also be in town on Saturday with a variety 17th. And on Sunday 18th of disabilities, December Tewkesbury Town supported by Hall will be open with games Leonard Cheshire and activities for children and Disability, had spent tea and cakes for adults from a busy November, 10am – 4pm. Christmas cards not only creating a for many of the charities will guy for the Rotary be on sale at the Town Hall Fireworks Display until December 16th. but also creating Tewkesbury Christmas light switch on - Karen Brennan, snowflakes that are Picture by Jack Boskett Tewkesbury Town Mayor Please mention Tewkesbury Magazine when responding to advertisers
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Golden Years
Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning
While the day after Boxing Day may be of no more significance to most of us than an opportunity to recover from – or perhaps to continue in – the season’s excesses, to lovers of extreme sports it’s an anniversary of some importance. For December 27th 1966 was the occasion of the first documented descent of the world’s most spectacular pothole (or open-air pit cave, to use the jargon). The three American cavers who descended the Basement of Swallows or Sotano de las Golondrinas – TR Evans, Chas Borland, and Randy Sterns – were not so crass as to announce it as a discovery: local people had been aware of its existence for countless generations, because every morning just after dawn the thousands upon thousands of swifts and green parakeets which roosted in its safe depths flew up en masse, and every evening just before dusk returned in even more spectacular fashion, diving head-first into the 49 x 62m opening. Besides, this part of Mexico – the San Luis Potosi region – was already well known for its sotanos, bell-shaped potholes caused when the roofs of limestone caves scooped out by underground rivers finally collapsed. What was unusual Page 20
here was the size of the thing. At 515m the Basement of Swallows is not the deepest pot-hole in the world. But the 376m drop from the uphill lip of the opening to the cave floor is the deepest vertical pitch known to speleologists – and the 330m drop from the downhill lip is pretty impressive, too! (The remaining 140-odd metres comprises a series of tunnels and chambers in the cave floor collectively known as the Crevice). The deepest such pitch in the UK, Yorkshire’s Gaping Gill, is a mere 110m; and the difference between the two would be even greater if the floor of the Basement of Swallows weren’t many metres deep in possibly 100 million years of guano. The first descent of the cave predated the popular emergence of extreme sports by more than a decade: the acronym BASE (buildings, antennae, spans, earth) wasn’t coined until 1978 even though parachutists had been leaping off skyscrapers, cliff-edges and bridges for quite some years by then. But news of its wondrous dimensions soon spread throughout the caving world, and before long more and more potholers were making their muddy way up the narrow unmetalled track from the nearest town, Aquismon. You might not think that rappelling down 370 metres of rope, frantically squirting it with water to prevent the friction melting it, is an enjoyable way of spending a few minutes, but these people did; they weren’t even deterred by the knowledge that the handover-hand climb back up might take even a fit person an hour
or more. To the Huastec people of the district this was an unmixed blessing: previously subsistence farmers, they now had a tourist industry to keep supplied with food and souvenirs. Soon the muddy track was fringed with kiosks of all descriptions and the impromptu camp-sites were knee-deep in litter which the tourists couldn’t take away and the locals had no means of disposing of. The authorities did their best to prevent damage: they metalled most of the track, and they persuaded the cavers to start their descent from a designated part of the cave entrance, which they obligingly equipped with ringbolts, and only to go down into the dark once the birds had gone out for the day. Then things got crazy. First, someone flew a hot-air balloon into the cave. Then the BASE jumpers arrived. Jumping the Basement of Swallows was reputed to be one of the sport’s hottest highs, but when tour organisers started installing electric winches to haul their customers out again, the authorities put their foot down. In 2002 BASE jumping was officially banned. And nobody, it seems, took any notice...
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Each year in December, Alexander Burn Funeral Directors provide a Memorial Christmas Tree in each of their offices in Cheltenham, Bishop's Cleeve, Tewkesbury and Winchcombe Having recently sponsored a charity and invite the public to write a bowling tournament for The Midlands message for a lost loved one on a star and to place it onto the Christmas Air Ambulance charity, Alexander Burn Funeral Directors are privileged tree, with the option to donate. Alex to be working more closely with the is proud to dedicate all donations received from this to The Midlands Air Ambulance to raise funds and Air Ambulance for Christmas 2016. increase awareness of their work. The charity needs over 7 million To help promote the connection pounds a year to remain in between The Midlands Air Ambulance operation, with each sortie costing and the Memorial Christmas Trees, in the region of £2,500.00. you will see creative window displays across all offices, which will be of Alexander Burn and his team interest and significance at this recently took the opportunity to special time of year. meet with the air ambulance crew at their base in Strensham. “It is overwhelming to hear the incredible stories and realise the difference The Midlands Air Ambulance charity makes to individual and families' lives, by being able to provide specialist medical care in time.”
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Gardening Gifts by Pippa Greenwood
It is not that long until Christmas now, and if you’ve any gardening friends it is so easy to get them a present they’ll really enjoy and find useful. Any good local garden centre will have plenty of potential gifts in a wide range of prices, sizes and shapes to suit anybody from the complete novice to the most experienced gardener. Alternatively, take a look on the internet and get some gorgeous gardening gifts delivered right to your door. Houseplants make brilliant presents, so why not choose a couple of really good-looking ones? At this time of year there are plenty, such as the indoor cyclamens and azaleas or a flamboyant poinsettia or a gorgeous Christmas cactus, which look fantastic whilst in flower - but don’t forget that lots of the foliage houseplants look great, too. Make sure that you keep the plants at their best by placing them in a suitable position before you give them away. Outdoor plants are also an ideal choice, but make sure that you know that the plant you are choosing will go to a suitable home. There is no use buying a lime-hating plant such as a Pieris, rhododendron, Camellia or azalea for somebody if they garden on chalk - although a Page 24
supply of ericaceous compost and a good sized pot could also be a present from someone else if you plan carefully. A lovingly created pot of winter flowering bedding plants, perhaps under-planted with a few small bulbs such as crocus or miniature daffodils, will make a lovely instant garden impact present for anyone. Despite the huge quantities of Christmas paraphernalia in garden centres now, any half decent centre will still have a good range of winter bedding plants and winter interest plants available. Anyone with an interest in growing vegetables would enjoy one of the many gardening books on the subject, or perhaps a ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ Gift Voucher Card, which lets them select the vegetables they’d like to grow from the range I offer at www.pippagreenwood. com. Then, in the spring, we send them garden-ready plants accompanied by weekly advice and tips emails from me. Most gardeners love to encourage birds into the garden, so how about a bird box or feeder or maybe even some bird food? Bird feeding equipment and supplies take up plenty of space in garden centres, so you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Gardeners love practical things so a good hoe like my favourite, the SpeedHoe, will always be welcome, or how about some Micromeshcovered or polythene-covered EasyTunnels, perfect for protecting crops throughout the growing season next year? A raised bed kit is a great gift idea, too, allowing people to grow vegetables when their own soil isn’t ideal. Some kits have the option to add crop covers made from fine mesh (to keep pests out) or polythene (to protect from the worst of the weather and provide off-season warmth). So rather than rushing out and buying something that ‘will do’ as a gift, take a moment and see what you can find which will really bring a smile to someone’s face! Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com and book Pippa for a gardening talk or peruse the really useful selection of Pippa’s favourite gardening items, including Nemaslug to control slugs, pop-up crop covers, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, pull-out EasyTunnels, ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ Gift Voucher cards, signed books and lots more besides.
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For my final dissertation I am researching the impact of the North American military in World War Two. This specifically involves the presence of American GIs at Ashchurch Camp in Tewkesbury and the Royal Canadian Air Force at RAF Pershore.
Candidates need to be able to work various hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. It is essential for all candidates to have a full, clean driving licence and own use of vehicle.
I am particulary interested if anyone has any specific memories, either as a child or young adult, during this period concerning these troops and are willing to talk to me, (confidentially if you wish), to help me undertake my research topic. This is due to finish in Spring 2017.
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Awards Evening at the Watson Hall These pictures, taken by Brian Reeve (from the Handyman Centre), show a recent Awards Evening which celebrated and honoured the achievements and outstanding contributions of local volunteers, gardening groups, businesses, residents and primary schools who made improvements to the local environment. Trophies and certificates were awarded by Tewkesbury Town Mayor, Karen Brennan and Heart of England in Bloom Judge, Roger Bache (bow tie). Congratulations to all recipients and thank you for all your hard work!
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Winter Driving Tips It may be mild for the time of year but winter hasn’t started yet. Iain Betson passes on these tips. Stop! It may be stating the obvious, but when snow is falling fast don’t drive unless you really have to. Terrible weather is an occasion when putting things off until conditions improve really is the best advice. And your condition? Winter ailments can leave you exhausted and sluggish. If you don’t feel like you can drive safely, don’t risk it. Car Maintenance Is the car safe to drive? Keeping it well maintained is doubly important in winter. Worn tyres won’t hold the road in wet conditions as well as those with a good, deep tread. Make sure all exterior lights are working correctly and that wiper blades are in good condition. Check the oil, coolant and washer fluid levels. In The Wet Driving in heavy rain is difficult and can be treacherous, so take precautions. Slow down: the wetter the roads, the longer your
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Home & Interiors A Rustic Christmas
Simple festive decorations can be the most appealing, says interiors expert Katherine Sorrell Who doesn’t love a natural look? Unpretentious and understated, natural Christmas decorations suit every home, large or small, modern or traditional, and make a fabulous, timeless alternative to commercialised glitz and glitter. The ideal centrepiece is a real tree, best bought from a good local stockist. Choose one that’s as fresh as possible, make a new cut at the bottom, and display in a stand (a wicker basket is perfect) that holds a reservoir of water. (Tip: the Nordmann Fir holds its needles really well.) Decorate your tree generously without overloading, and keep to a limited colour scheme (white, red, green and brown are all great), using natural materials (see box). For a touch of sparkle, twine the tree with small, plain white fairy lights. Feeling inspired? Then make Page 34
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decorations with the family. Garlands of popcorn, nuts, gingerbread stars and paper strings of angels or snowflakes are adorable. Instead of shiny baubles, cut simple shapes from felt and blanket-stitch them around the outside, or make a wreath using garden clippings. Similarly, you can create wonderful decorations using sprigs of evergreen, ivy, pine cones (perhaps sprayed with artificial snow), rose hips, dried seed heads and twigs (lashed into a star shape). Or tie dried slices of apple and orange together with gardener’s string and add cinnamon sticks and star anise. If you’re short of time, all these will be in the shops, along with others such as birch bark candle holders, driftwood Christmas trees and needlefelted and knitted owls, reindeer and robins. Wrap presents in brown paper and string, or lengths of fabric and cotton ribbon. Use cardboard luggage labels, and why not embellish the plain paper with potato printing in white – something children might enjoy? For receiving presents, there’s nothing nicer than knitted stockings hanging by the fire, perhaps with some widely available printed hessian sacks for larger gifts. Fresh flowers are fabulous at Christmas – hyacinths, amaryllis and poinsettias are classic and all look particularly special in white. Wrap pots in hessian tied with string or pop groups of them into a wicker basket; you can decorate the tops of the pots with silver moss. Less is more with this look, so laying the festive table is
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Six Tips for Surviving Christmas
For many of us, Christmas is a special time to spend with loved ones, brightening the darkest days of the year. Unfortunately, though, it can be fraught with stress, family tensions and too many food or alcohol-based temptations. So how can you survive Christmas? 1. Be Prepared Start adding a few Christmas items to each shopping list now, saving you the stress of a massive, last-minute shop. Only the freshest items need to be purchased just beforehand. Bake, prepare and freeze as much as possible in advance. 2. Go Easy on the Alcohol Alcohol is a calorie-heavy appetite stimulant linked to serious health conditions, which lowers inhibitions and affects judgment - so beware voicing long-standing gripes at Christmas and plan your drinking, ensuring you don’t exceed the recommended weekly maximum of 14 units (now applicable to men and women). Never drink on an empty stomach and match each alcoholic drink with a soft one to help your body handle alcohol’s toxins and dehydrating effects. Alcohol absorption depends Page 40
on several factors, so no set amount guarantees you’re under the legal drink-drive limit (and Scotland’s is much lower than the rest of the UK’s). Any amount of alcohol affects judgement and reactions. 3. Remember: Christmas Is About Everyone Try to resolve family conflicts (or agree a temporary truce) before the big day. Consider what everyone (including yourself) wants most from Christmas, but remind them compromises will be required. Try to find a few things everyone can enjoy together. Many Christmas adverts portray the exhausted woman, rushing around while everyone else relaxes, as the norm. Don’t let it be. Ensure everyone helps. 4. Be Shrewd with Food Keep a few quick-to-prepare items in stock to feed unexpected visitors, but don’t buy huge quantities of food. You can always top up later. Food poisoning isn’t festive, so ensure all cooks wash and dry their hands. Frozen foods should be properly defrosted and immediately refrigerated or cooked thoroughly (particularly large poultry or joints of meat). Keep raw foods separate from cooked food. Leave enough room in the fridge for cold air to circulate and don’t leave buffets out for more than 4 hours. Healthy festive food: • Removing skin and avoiding butter basting removes around a third of your turkey’s calories and
half its fat. • Choose low-salt gravy mixes and hide the saltshaker. • Swap: o sausage meat for vegetarian sausage mix o goose fat for healthy oils o traditional mince pies for filo or open-top versions o brandy butter or cream for low-fat custard or crème fraiche o crisps, salted nuts and chocolate for plain popcorn, rice cakes, pretzels, unsalted nuts and homemade chocolate-covered fruit (preferably using dark chocolate) 5. Stay Festive Fit An alarming amount of Christmas hospital admissions are due to excessive or unhealthy eating. Include some ‘normal meals’, avoiding excess sugar and salt. Keep portion size sensible and stop eating just as you start to feel full. Ensure you get a good night’s sleep whenever possible, and stay active: a walk burns calories and the daylight and fresh air will help you feel physically and mentally well. 6. Finally... Keep It in Proportion Christmas Day is only one day; most festivities are centred on just one week out of 52. If the turkey’s burnt, laugh; it’s not what matters most. Keep celebrations simple, focusing on what makes you and your loved ones happy. It’s your Christmas. Relax and enjoy it!
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The Gift of a Good Book Struggling to find the perfect book to give as a gift? Or wondering what to add to your own wish list? Maybe we can help… The Hidden People – Alison Littlewood Crime, fantasy and historical fiction are melded together in The Hidden People. Albie Mirralls is every bit the sensible, upstanding gentleman that Victorian society wants him to be. When his cousin, Lizzie, is burnt as a changeling, Albie travels from London to her village to see justice done. But when Albie’s own wife seems so completely changed, he finds himself questioning whether there could be some truth to the rumours about his cousin. The perfect book for curling up with on a winter’s night. The British Table – Colman Andrews and Christopher Hirsheimer For the foodie in your life, you might want to consider this recently released tome. Featuring around 125 recipes, from the traditional to the modern, there’s plenty to tempt most taste-buds. Recipes range from long-forgotten traditional fare, to regional specialities and contemporary classics. The focus is on warming comfort food. Think Braised Brisket followed by Whisky-Soaked-Raisin and Orange Marmalade. Page 46
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Preheat the oven to 200C, Fan 180C, Gas Mark 6. Prick the potatoes all over with a fork and place on a baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until tender. Just before the potatoes are ready, heat half the oil in a frying pan and fry the onion for 6-7 minutes until tender, adding the garlic after 5 minutes. Add the peppers and turkey and fry for a further 2-3 minutes. Stir in 2 tbsp of the tomato salsa and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Halve the baked sweet potatoes and roughly mash up the flesh with a fork. Season lightly and drizzle over half the remaining oil, then pile the turkey and pepper mixture on top of the halves. Scatter over the cheese and drizzle over the rest of the oil. Return to the oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese has melted. Serve with chopped avocado and lime wedges and sprinkled with freshly chopped parsley. Spoon the rest of the salsa into a small bowl and serve on the side.
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What's On in December Jack and the Beanstalk Ongoing until Sunday 8th January 2017, Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ
Tweedy the Clown and William Elliott as Dame Trott return for what will be the Everyman's most gigantic pantomime yet. Don't miss Jack's adventures in Cloud Cuckoo Land, packed with laughs, slapstick, a giant and even a comedy cow. Written and directed by Phil Clark. For tickets please call 01242 572573 or visit www.everymantheatre.org.uk. Christmas Willow Workshop Thursday 1st December, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.00pm - 3.00pm, Tewkesbury Heritage Centre For more information, please visit www.tewkesburyheritage.co.uk or phone 01684 855040. Late Night Shopping in Cheltenham Every Thursday until Thursday 22nd December, Cheltenham Shops will be open until 9.00pm with free parking for late-night shoppers (from 5.00pm - 9.00pm) at Regent Arcade and Town Centre East (until 15th December). Spectacle of Light Thursday 1st - Friday 23rd December, 5.00pm - 8.30pm, Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD After dark, for the very first time in December, the Castle and grounds will come to life through a wonderful spectacle of light and sound. Explore a secret world as
you follow a trail of light around the magical gardens and into the romantic ruins, and experience the breathtaking effect as the nighttime enchantment of this castle is majestically revealed before your very eyes. A unique experience for all ages. Tickets: £9 - £15 + booking fee, available from www. spectacleoflight.co.uk. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information, please visit www.spectacleoflight.co.uk. Charity Christmas Fayre Saturday 3rd December, 11.30am - 4.00pm, The Fleet, Fleet Lane, Twyning, Near Tewkesbury, Glos, GL20 6FL Come along and help support our Christmas Fayre in aid of Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. Christmas stalls, live music with Abi Phillips (from 1pm to 3pm), fantastic food and drink, face painting, mulled wine, carol singing, Christmas donkey, Christmas candy and lots more for everyone to enjoy! Free entry. If you would like to be involved, please contact one of the team: 01684 274020. E: thefleet@wadworth.co.uk W: www.thefleetattwyning.co.uk Christmas Fair Saturday 3rd Dec, 11.30am - 2.30pm, The Plant Centre, Tewkesbury Road, Uckington, Cheltenham, GL51 9SN Stalls selling a range of new and donated goods to raise money for the G.S.D. 2000 (German Shepherd Rescue & Re-home). Indoor sale with Christmas-themed tombola and lots of stocking fillers. Hot and cold refreshments will be available. Free entry and car parking, dogs welcome. Santa Specials 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Two great ways to visit Santa: either from Cheltenham Race Course by steam train all the way
to Winchcombe (or the North Pole!) through the long tunnel (visit Santa and his elves in his grotto); or from Toddington Station by an early 1960's diesel rail car with Santa and his young elves on board the train, spending lots of time sitting with each family. Every child will receive a present from Santa. Booking essential. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com or call 01242 621405. The Roses Theatre Panto – Robin Hood & Babes in the Wood Saturday 3rd December Saturday 7th January 2017, Morning, matinee and evening performances, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX
Tewkesbury's traditional family pantomime is guaranteed to hit the mark. Robin Hood & The Babes In The Wood delivers everything you've come to expect from a Roses pantomime, and so much more; a gallant hero, a feisty damsel, a villainous baddie to boo off stage and plenty of comedy slapstick, dazzling costumes and fairy tale sets. Combine all this with non-stop music, dancing and laughter from start to finish and you're left with an unbeatable choice for a fun-filled festive outing for the whole family this Christmas. Sponsored by Peter Ball & Co. Tickets range from £13.00 £25.00. For more information and to book please call 01684 295074 or visit www.rosestheatre.org. Cleeve Chorale Christmas Concert Saturday 3rd Dec, 7.30pm, St Michael and All Angels Church, Bishop's Cleeve Cleeve Chorale and children from the Bishop's Cleeve Primary Academy will be presenting a
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...events cont'd Christmas Concert on December 3rd. The concert will feature choruses from Handel's "Messiah", Vaughan Williams's "Fantasia on Christmas Carols" and other Christmas music and carols. Tickets are £10 each (including refreshments), concessions available for children. Tickets can be obtained from George Lewis Footwear, Woodmancote News and Gotherington Stores, or on the door. Please come and enjoy a wonderful Christmas concert which will include carols that the audience can sing along to. Tewkesbury Choral Society Concert Saturday 3rd December, 7.30pm, Tewkesbury Abbey Rossini Petite Messe Solennelle, “The Masterpiece of his retirement”. Tickets £15 (unreserved) available from The Abbey Shop (01684 276655), The Roses Theatre (01684 295074),online – www.rosestheatre.org or at the door on the evening of the performance. For more information, please visit, www.tewkesburychoral.org.uk. Tewkesbury Battlefield Walk Sunday 4th December, 2.30pm The Crescent, Tewkesbury A 2-hour guided walking tour of Tewkesbury Battlefield. For more information please visit www.tewkesbury.org.uk. 1st Tewkesbury Boys' Brigade 60th Anniversary Parade & Service Sunday 4th December, 2.30pm Meet at Back of Mount Pleasant (off Chance St) for any former members wishing to parade, service at Trinity commences at 3.00pm. Re-dedication of BB gates following the service. Further Page 52
details from Captain Andrew Baldwin 07973 327747. www.1sttewkesburybb.org.uk Talk on “Responsible Metal Detecting” Monday 5th December, Doors open from 6.30pm for 7.00pm start (until 8.30pm), The Trinity Hall, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury Speaker: Martin Robinson (local researcher). Tickets £3.00 available on the door or contact Geoff Pope on 01684 297874 (tea/coffee and cake inclusive). In aid of Tewkesbury Museum, Barton Street, Tewkesbury. Winchcombe Advent Christmas Festival Tuesday 6th December, 5.00pm - 8.00pm, Winchcombe Come and join over 2,000 people and enjoy a night of late Christmas shopping with festive fun for everyone. Lots of stalls with gifts, food and drinks, Santa's Grotto, live entertainment and plenty of Chrimble cheer!
Cheltenham Choral Society Concert 'A Tapestry of Christmas Music’ Tuesday 6th December, 7.30pm, Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham Cheltenham Choral Society invite you to join them at their Charity Carol Concert ‘A Tapestry of Christmas Music’. They will be performing a mix of traditional and new carols. Airthrie and Prestbury's St. Mary’s School will also delight you with their charming singing. Familiar favourites will of course be included for audience participation! In aid of the ‘Help Holst’ appeal for museum flood repairs. Tickets: £10/£5 for under 13’s. Available from the Town Hall Box Office: 08445 762210.
Tewkesbury School Christmas Fayre and Christmas Concert Wednesday 7th December The Fayre is in the Sixth Form Centre from 6.00pm - 8.30pm. There will be a range of local stall-holders attending and a luxury Christmas hamper raffle will be drawn on the night. Do call in to the Fayre for a browse before the Christmas Concert at 7.00pm, which is in the School Gym. This is always a very popular event and is full of festive cheer! All welcome. Swingin’ Those Jingle Bells Thursday 8th December, 8.00pm, Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury
“THE BIG BAND at Christmas” with the Five Star Swing Big Band – as featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre, and BBC “Children in Need” will be swinging along to the Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury with all your favourite Christmas songs given the dynamic Big Band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole - jazzing up those Jingle Bells! "Superb - they swing like crazy!” says Sheila Tracy, BBC. The Big Band at Christmas promises -“Swing and Song of the highest order” (Telegraph) and features Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother), plus Tony Bennett’s trombonist – tickets will be selling fast! – Call the Box Office on 01684 295074.
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The International Friday 9th December and Saturday 10th December, Open 10.00am - 5.00pm, First race at 12.00pm, last race at 3.30pm, Cheltenham Racecourse
Two days of the hottest Jump racing around – watch the stars of the sport compete at the home of Jump racing. For more information and tickets, please visit www.cheltenham.thejockeyclub. co.uk or call 0344 579 3003. Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol Friday 9th December at 7.00pm, Saturday 10th December at 6pm, Holy Trinity Church, Tewkesbury This is sure to be a fabulous event produced by Andrew Betts. All monies raised will go to Winston's Wish. Tickets are just £2.00 and available from the Church office or by emailing Lucy@trinitytewkesbury.org.uk. Crippetts Christmas Gift Fayre Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December, starting at 10.00am each day, Crippetts Lane, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL51 4XT Christmas shopping starts here! With more than 50 top-quality stallholders selling a vast array of festive gifts, stylish unique stationary, unusual food, quirky items, stocking fillers, decorative accessories for your home and garden and a selection of accessories, jewellery and art. Free parking. Christmas Workshops Saturday 10th December, Tewkesbury Museum 10.00am - 12.00pm: Recycled Paper Decorations Workshop. From pom-pom showstoppers to
magical ballerina snowflakes, learn how to use a variety of different papers to create beautiful decorations for your home. Cost: £6. Pre-booking essential. 1.00pm - 4.00pm: Fragrant Festive Rag Wreath Workshop. Simple to make, a fragrant rag wreath will add a touch of retro charm to your home. Made using recycled fabrics and a few drops of seasonal essential oil. Cost: £25. Pre-booking essential. For more information and to book contact Melissa Turland on 07780 987540 or email melissaturland@gmail.com. Carols for Carers Saturday 10th Dec, 6.00pm 8.30pm, Tewkesbury Abbey Show your support for carers and join Carers Gloucestershire on the 10th December for a festive evening of carols in the beautiful surroundings of Tewkesbury Abbey, followed by mince pies and hot drinks. Tickets are just £8.00 for adults, free entry for children. All proceeds from the concert will provide support for the 63,000 unpaid carers in the county.
Christmas Carols by Steam Train Saturday 10th December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT The special train will depart promptly from Toddington at 7.00pm and the carol service will take place under the Christmas lights at Winchcombe station after the train has arrived. In aid of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr.com Carols at the Castle Monday 12th December, 6.00pm, Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD
The popular annual charity Christmas Carols event returns to Sudeley Castle and this year will take place on the North Lawn. Winchcombe Community Choir will sing traditional carols mixed with sing-a-long songs accompanied by the wonderful music from the Cheltenham Salvation Army Band. Seasonal hot drinks and treats will be available from the Terrace Café and the Visitor Centre and gift shop will be open for tickets and maybe a special gift for someone or yourself! Tickets can be purchased online and will be available from the Visitor Centre on the night. £5 per person (under 12s free, donations welcome). Proceeds will go to the Cheltenham Salvation Army. For more information and tickets, please visit www.sudeleycastle.co.uk. Tewkesbury School Carol Service Monday 12th December, 7.00pm, Tewkesbury Abbey The event includes traditional and contemporary music and readings by our students. This promises to be a fantastic night with carols and plenty of Christmas spirit in the beautiful setting of our very own Abbey. All members of the community are welcome to attend. Tewkesbury Town Carol Service Thursday 15th December, 12.00pm, Tewkesbury Methodist Church, High St, Tewkesbury, GL20 5BB Tewkesbury Town Band Christmas Concert Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th Dec, Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury For more information and to book please visit www.rosestheatre.org or telephone 01684 295074. Christmas Drop In Session Wednesday 21st December, 10.30am - 12.00 noon, Tewkesbury Drop In, Tewkesbury Library,
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...events cont'd Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX Hot spiced mulled apple and mince pies. Come along and meet Drop In members and staff. Everyone welcome. Contact: 01684 299315. Tewkesbury Abbey Christmas Services Saturday 24th Dec: Midnight Mass, 11.30pm 1.00am. Sunday 25th Dec: Christmas Day Eucharist, 10.30am - 12.00pm. Christmas Day Swim Sunday 25th December, 11.00am - 11.30am, Sandford Parks Lido, Cheltenham Why not go for a quick dip before Christmas dinner? The water will be extremely cold so this event is for people aged 17+ only. The gates will open at 10.30am and a disclaimer will need to be signed before entering the pool. Spectators are welcome to come along. Chip Butty Day Wednesday 28th Dec, 12.30pm, Tewkesbury Drop In, Tewkesbury Library, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX Come along and meet Drop In members and staff. £1.50 per person. Everyone welcome. Contact: 01684 299315. Christmas Cracker Thursday 29th and Friday 30th December, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Two days of intensive steam and diesel services. For more information and tickets, please visit www.gwsr. com or call 01242 621405. Bring & Share Friday 30th December, 12.30pm, Tewkesbury Drop In, Tewkesbury Library, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX Come along and meet Drop In members and staff. £1.50 per person. Everyone welcome.
Contact: 01684 299315. New Year’s Day at the Racecourse Sunday 1st January 2017, 10.30am - 4.00pm, Cheltenham Racecourse Celebrate the New Year in style! Whether it be with friends, family or colleagues, Cheltenham is the place to be on New Year’s Day. This hugely popular race meeting takes place on a Sunday, which means that the following day, Monday 2nd January will be a Bank Holiday – another perfect reason to come racing and round off the festive season! For more information and tickets, please visit www.cheltenham.thejockeyclub. co.uk or call 0344 579 3003.
LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Tewkesbury Parkinson’s Group First Wednesday of the month, 10.45am - 12.15pm, The Boys' Brigade Community Centre Canterbury Leys, Newtown Tewkesbury, GL20 8BP We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer Coordinator, on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk if you are interested in coming along. See more at www.parkinsons.org. uk/local-support-groups/regions/ south-west-england/tewkesburysupport-group
MARKETS Cheltenham Christmas Market Ongoing until Saturday 17th December, The Promenade A trip to the Christmas Market wouldn’t be the same without wrapping up nice and warm, while sipping on a glass of mulled wine. Enjoy the arts and craft stalls, selection of jewellery and Christmas decorations as well as a massive range of foods from all over the world.
Christmas Charities, Fine Food & Drink Market Saturday 3rd December, 9.00am - 4.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham First stop for cards, gifts and wrapping, plus a taste of pleasures to come! Christmas Celebration Farmers Markets Friday 9th & 23rd Dec, 9.00am - 2.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham The essential destination for the finest local food and produce to satisfy all! Christmas Gifts Arts & Crafts Markets Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th December, 9.00am 5.00pm, Long Gardens, Cheltenham Tuesday 20th, Wednesday 21st, Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd December, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Pedestrian Zone, Cheltenham The treasure trove for gifts, treats and that extra special something for someone... Tewkesbury Farmers & Craft Market Every 2nd Saturday of the month, 9.00am - 1.30pm, Abbey Lawns Car Park, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PG The Tewkesbury Farmers & Craft Market has a great mix of local produce from farmers, growers and food producers plus a wonderful collection of local arts and crafts. For information about stalls please contact Dave Joynes, Cotswold Markets on 01386 840138 or email: Trade. CotswoldMarkets@gmail.com Tewkesbury General Retail Market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9.00am - 3.30pm, Spring Gardens Car Park, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5DN Popular town centre retail market with a range of stalls. For more information please contact: Dave Joynes, Grenchurch Markets Ltd on 01386 840138.
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Finance
By Ann Haldon
Different Types Of Debt And How To Deal With Them repayments your home could be repossessed, so this is the number one priority debt above all others.
The temptation to borrow money is all around us. Despite the credit crunch, we still live in a consumerist society where credit card companies extend your limit unprompted, and payday lenders target those least able to pay extortionate interest rates. The fact that many people need to borrow simply to pay their bills and meet the ever-increasing cost of living means it can become draining and stressful just to stay afloat. When you owe money to numerous companies, it can be difficult to know how best to deal with your debts - the pressure becomes overwhelming when you’re simply trying to pay them off. To help you get more control and understand the ramifications of failing to repay, here’s a little more detail about the various forms of secured and unsecured borrowing. Secured loanS This type of loan is secured on an asset, such as the mortgage on your home. If you fall behind on these Page 56
Repossession is a worst case scenario, however, and most lenders will initially be open to negotiation. They won’t want to lose you as a customer, but you do need to be proactive about communicating with them, and demonstrate that you take the situation seriously. There are many debt charities in the UK that will help you work out a budget if you need guidance in this area. It’s important to let your lender know an amount you can afford to repay, and provide them with a copy of your budget to back it up. unSecured loanS credit cards and store cards The UK’s total credit card debt has risen to £65.5 billion in 2016, according to the Money Charity, equating to £2,426 per household.¹ Making the minimum repayment for too long causes a rapid decline into unmanageable debt, particularly if you also have other borrowing to contend with. Personal loans Personal loans from the bank will have a fixed rate of interest so you know how much you’ll need to pay each month, and the exact duration of the loan.
In many respects these loans are easier to manage than credit cards, which come with a temptation to build up more debt over time. Personal loans are generally offered for larger purchases, however, such as a car or refurbishing a kitchen for example. Payday loans Payday loans are targeted at those who need small amounts to carry them to the end of the month, and are often used to pay bills and meet other liabilities. The danger of these types of loan lies in the extremely high rates of interest applied. If you know that you’ll be able to pay the loan off when it’s due, they may be a good last resort, but missing a payment will very quickly send you into a debt spiral that is difficult to escape. Mail order catalogues Catalogue companies tend to attract new customers with introductory low interest rates or no interest initially. Repayments are made over a specified period – usually 20 or 40 weeks, and if you don’t fall behind, using a mail order catalogue can be a flexible way to spend. The problem is that if you miss even one payment, a higher interest rate will come into effect which can be as much as 40% APR. Other charges will also be applied by the company, including late payment fees and a charge for chasing the debt. ¹http://themoneycharity.org. uk/money-statistics/
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Free Christmas parking dates in Tewkesbury borough
Would you like to join our team? We organise a successful monthly social club for visually impaired people in Cheltenham. We want to hear from people who would like to be volunteer drivers taking members to the meetings which take place on the first Wednesday of each month, 2pm - 4pm at Highbury Congregational Church.
The council is working with local business networks to support Small Business Saturday, a national initiative that encourages consumers to ‘shop local’ and support small businesses in their communities. It will take place on Saturday 3rd December and free parking will be provided in Tewkesbury and Winchcombe council-run car parks on that day.
Winchcombe shoppers can also take advantage of a day’s free parking on Christmas Eve (Saturday 24th December) to help local businesses with trade and shoppers with their last-minute search for the perfect gifts. Tewkesbury Borough Council’s lead member for economic development and promotion, Rob Bird said: “Our free parking days give practical support to help small businesses and town centres in the borough to prosper. Small Business Saturday and the Christmas event deliver an important economic boost for local retailers and other businesses, and our aim is to encourage more people to visit Tewkesbury and Winchcombe on these special days." For more information, visit www.smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com
For an informal chat contact: Christopher Chapman, volunteer organiser, on 01684 293527 or email mail@cchapman.co.uk.
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Ring Out The Old, Ring In The New The changing face of Christmas and New Year celebrations by Kate McLelland Imagine you had been lost on a desert island for forty years, and returned just in time to celebrate Christmas and New Year. While at first glance the celebrations might look much the same, dig a little deeper and you’ll find that much has changed since you were away. Our old festive traditions are constantly evolving, but recently the pace of change has quickened: traditions that seemed set in stone almost half a century ago are now rarely celebrated in many parts of the UK. Christmas pudding Christmas puddings are still popular, but this heavy, fruitladen treat is beginning to fall out of favour. Many of us now prefer ice cream-based desserts, trifles, or frankly, anything made with chocolate. You may remember finding a sixpence or a silver charm inside your slice of Christmas pudding. This tradition dates back to the early 13th century, when a Twelfth Night Cake was eaten on the final night of the Christmas celebrations. A dried pea, a silver ring or small crown was included in the cake mixture and whoever found it became ‘king’ or ‘queen’ for the night. mistletoe It’s becoming harder and Page 60
harder to find mistletoe in the shops nowadays, and this suggests that the tradition of hanging a mistletoe bough inside the house - as an encouragement for couples to steal a kiss beneath it - is now dying out. Historians believe that the custom originated in Scandinavia, where on special occasions the tip of a tree would be hung above the spot where hosts would greet their guests. Carol singers Gone is the time when you would answer the door to a group of well-practised carol singers belting out “Oh, Come, All Ye Faithful” in three-part harmony. These days it’s more likely that you’ll open the door to half a verse of ‘We Wish You a Merry Christmas”, sung off-key by hopeful teenagers rattling a donation tin. Carols were originally songs sung during community events such as harvest celebrations. It was only later that they began to be sung in church, and were specifically associated with Christmas. First Footing This odd New Year tradition called for a dark, male stranger to enter the house on or after the stroke of midnight, carrying a piece of coal, bread, salt,
a coin or a drink. The “First Footer” was the first person to step over the threshold after midnight, and it was believed that his actions would bring good fortune to the household in the year to come. The origin of first footing can be traced to Greece, where a tradition known as pothariko includes giving first footers food or money to keep evil at bay. Christmas Cards While many of us still spend hours writing cards, licking envelopes and sticking stamps, the younger generation sends Christmas card mail-outs with a single click. The first Christmas cards were created in Victorian times, when fast developing railway networks made it easier and cheaper to send messages. It’s interesting to note that email is now popular for broadly the same reasons! Some of our festive traditions may have changed but our love of Christmas and New Year lives on. The emphasis on renewing old friendships and bringing families together makes it likely that these celebrations will remain popular for many thousands of years to come.
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