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Dear Reader, Welcome to our Apr/May issue of Tewkesbury Magazine, which once again is filled with local news and community events happening during April and May in and around Tewkesbury.

An upcoming highlight is The Tewkesbury Marathon which takes place on 17th May, so there is still time to enter - details are on p44 in the events section. Winchcombe also hosts the Winchcombe Walking Festival that weekend so a great alternative if you'd like to get out there but you're not quite ready for a half or full marathon!

The Cheltenham Challenge is in June, featured on p14-15. We are very lucky to have so many walking and running events right on our doorstep!

Our regular articles in this issue includes Martin Lewis who has advice for us on Debt, and Louise Jones with 'Tewkesbury Talk'. Then we also have a feature on Rachel Berry from Positive Exchange on p9 and the extremely talented mosaic artist, Claire Cotterill (p30).

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Tewkesbury Talk Isn’t this year flying by! It is Spring already, and the days are getting longer – I even get to go home in the daylight now, but only sometimes. The odd day or two of sunshine has not only seen the emergence of snowdrops, crocus and the like but has also been enough to shake off any lingering winter coughs and colds.

February and March have seen many events and fundraisers for various worthy causes and one which has caught my eye is Isla’s Walking Dream where the family of little Isla Hadfield, who has cerebral palsy are trying to raise £60,000 for a Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy to help her walk. The whole family have been very active

but, as you can see, he had more moths than money in his pockets.

The Eclipse was, for most of us, a bit of a disappointment I think with cloudy skies preventing a good view, thank heavens for professional photographers like Nicholas Jones of the Photo Studio in Tewkesbury who managed to get this fantastic shot from just outside of the town.

Back onto the Spring theme and new beginnings, we have a couple of new businesses in town – Kevin Mace Butchers have opened in Barton Street, I popped in to say hello the other day and bought some lovely chicken portions, the service was very friendly and they are a super addition to the town, giving us the choice of two great butchers whichever end of the town you shop in. Also we said a sad goodbye to Café Ricci and a big chocolately hello to Café au Chocolat – who could resist they luxury hot chocolate, certainly not me!

with raffles, cake sales etc and even Isla’s 95 year old greatnan is doing her bit by dying her hair pink. If you wish to donate visit the Just Giving site at www.justgiving.com/ islaswalkingdream.

Early in February the newly reformed Tewkesbury Chamber of Commerce held an inaugural event at the Porsche Showrooms.

There was a good turnout from local businesses, large and small and, as Councillor John Badham put it ‘one sensed this was a genuinely new start for Tewkesbury business. A reflection of a new confidence...

The Porsche people were so hospitable, making the reception really special.’ Personally, apart from the networking opportunities, I loved looking at the cars, and Mike even wondered if he could buy me one

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The Festival society have been able to secure a grant from the Big Lottery Fund and have arranged May half term workshops for 9-14 year olds as well as sessions for individuals, families and groups on 30 May and 6 June. To find out more information or book a place on one of the workshops please email parade@ tewkesbury medievalfestival.org spaces are limited so don’t delay, a small fee is payable on registration.

A reminder that Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend is fast approaching on May 2nd and 3rd,and this year there is not only the Carnival procession (walking) themed on Musicals, The River Parade, bell boat racing, music, riverside stalls, Tewkesbury Bake off, pop-up cinema and children’s entertainment, but also the fantastic Dog Show on the Vineyards, an amateur photography competition and local business stalls and demonstrations at the George Watson Hall, plus lots more, simply visit their website for details and application forms.

Also on May Day weekend is Armour in the Abbey over 3 days where you can watch knighting ceremonies, listen to Medieval Music, meet ‘Rose’ a 3ft cannon, see medieval bookbinding and lots more.

After many years of having no parades Tewkesbury will have two this year. The TBW one in May, and one organised by the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival on Sunday 12 July through the High Street to

Lots of half term events have been organised and, given my involvement with Tewkesbury in Bloom, I am particularly interested in attending the Priors Park Community Allotment Open Day on 7 April which is free and offers lots of activities including wild flower planting, newspaper pot making and lots of other fun things to do.

As winners of the Regional Britain in Bloom event, the town has been chosen by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to represent the central region in the UK finals of the national competition.

And ‘blooming’ success this summer must be a community activity, with as many involved as possible - Local Government, sponsors,

bene-factors, community groups, schools and most importantly volunteers. We were all called to a photoshoot to help promote this year’s event, I was wearing very fetching apron, with the largest pair toe-nail clippers you could imagine in this picture by Nicholas Jones of the Photo Studio Tewkesbury.

One thing potentially changing this spring, and not necessarily for the better is the loss of the out-of-hours service at Tewkesbury Hospital planned for early April. A petition is being raised to ask South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust to delay any withdrawal of services until a full public consultation has taken place as this is an issue which many locals feel very strongly about. It is such a shame when smaller towns like ours lose these types of services, although I am sure there are sound economic reasons behind the decision, other factors do need consideration.

Now I’m off to watch Andy Parsons at the Roses before hunting down my chocolate eggs – hopefully ostrich egg size.

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LEWIS Debt For those with existing debts there are record deals available right now to let you cut the cost and save £100s or £1,000s.

Yet as the old adage goes, banks are companies that’d lend you an umbrella when the sun shines and ask for it back when it rains. So getting cheaper credit when in debt is tricky – however I have developed credit card eligibility checkers which can help you check what debt cutting cards you’re able to get before you apply. If you can lower the interest cost, then more of your repayment clears the actual debt, not just services the interest – meaning you’ll be debt-free far quicker. So here are the key debt cost cutting need to knows…

I make no apology for saying…. stop borrowing. If you're struggling, borrowing to make ends meet just elongates the problem - making it even costlier and more difficult. The tips below will help, but if you keep adding to the debt nothing will fix it. So take a deep breath, do a budget and examine all your spending to see if you can cut back.

Best buys are only best if you can get them. While there are many great rates on offer, you need to pass a credit score to get them, and many fail at that hurdle. Worse still when you apply it leaves a footprint on your file and lots of those in a short space of time can hit your future credit worthiness. I've given evidence to Parliament on this 'anti-shopping around' system - little's been done.

So to fight back on my site we’ve built a free eligibility calculator – which tells you which cards you’re most likely to be accepted for. Just as importantly it does this without leaving a footprint on your file that lenders can see – so you can home in on the right one, minimising applications. To try it go to www.MoneySavingExpert.com/eligibility.

Shift credit or store card debt to 35mth 0%. A balance transfer’s where you get a new credit card that repays debts on the old credit or store card(s) for you, so you owe it instead at a lower rate.

The longest 0% deals for those new to the card company now last nearly three years (a year ago they were 30 months), but as with many things in life longest isn't always best. Aim for the lowest fee card, ensuring you've enough time to clear it. Top picks and golden rules at www.mse.me/ balancetransfers.

Shift your overdraft to 0% too. Debit cards can be debt cards too - if you're in your overdraft it's often more costly than credit cards, especially if you bust your limit. So there are two ways to get out of this. a) Switch to a 0% overdraft: Top bank for customer service www.firstdirect.com offers a £250 0% overdraft (you

must pay-in £1,000/month) and for accepted new switchers a free £100 - which should help reduce the overdraft straight away. For some www.nationwide.co.uk 0% overdraft may be bigger, but it's only for a year and is 50p/day after. b) Shift it to a 0% 'money transfer' credit card. A few balance transfer cards also let newbies 'money transfer'. This is where it pays a lump sum into your bank account, which can then clear your overdraft so you owe it instead. Top pick is www.mbna.co.uk which gives 24 months 0% money transfers for a one off 2.2% fee (though it's 22.9% rep APR after the 0% ends). Yet be careful, follow the balance transfer rules above and for more picks and full step-by-step help see www.mse.me/moneytransfers.

Can you cut the cost of existing loans? It's complex, as you need to factor in that most loans charge up to two months' interest to repay them early.

- Who should try? Those who can get a substantially lower APR loan (eg, more than a fifth off, so from 10% to 8%), and have a while left to repay. Full options in www.mse.me/ cheaploans.

- How much can I save? Someone who is 2 years through a 5 year 12% loan for £5,000, paying it off with a 4.9% loan, could save around £1,000.

Don't pay all debts equally - attack the highest APR. Once your debts are as cheap as possible, list them all, including overdrafts, in order of APRs. Focus all spare cash to clear the highest APR one as it grows fastest, and just pay the min on the others. Once that's clear, move to the next highest.

I've never seen a debt crisis that isn't solvable - don't give up hope. The solutions above are for cutting debt costs. Yet for some, it's much worse than that. Do any of these apply to you...

- You can't meet even just the minimum monthly payments.

- You have non-mortgage debts bigger than a year's salary.

- You have sleepless nights or serious depression/anxiety over your debts.

If so then you're likely in a debt crisis and that means the solution you need is totally different. The most important thing I can tell you is I've never seen a debt crisis that isn't solvable. It may not always be quick or easy, but there is a proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. The first step is to go for free, one-on-one debt counselling help from www.adviceguide.org.uk, www.stepchange.org, www.nationaldebtline.org or, if you're struggling emotionally too www.capuk.org.

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Taking Back

CONTROL Rachel Berry (DHP MAPHP MAAMET MNRPC) is a highly qualified complementary therapist offering a wide range of therapies to help overcome a variety of issues: Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP),Talk Therapy, Reiki - healing for people, animals and equines.

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Hypnosis is a totally natural state which most people experience several times a day unconsciously.

Hypnotherapy can help you to release repressed feelings and negative beliefs that restrict your ability to achieve your potential to live life to the full. Many people have experienced positive changes in their life, as a result of having used hypnosis in order to change unwanted or limiting behaviours.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

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which can dissolve into clear thinking, enabling a fresh view and the ability to move forwards and get on with life. According to Gary Craig, the founder of EFT “the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body’s energy system”. By tapping on a series of acupressure points, EFT helps to balance the body’s energy system and restore positive flow. EFT and Hypnotherapy complement each other because once the negative charge has been eliminated positive suggestions can be powerfully reinforced using hypnotherapy. EFT is a simple and empowering technique that Rachel can teach so that you, as a client, can use it confidently at home for self-help.

When you start tapping, it can quickly help reduce anxiety and enable you to feel much calmer.

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(pronounced “Ray-key”)... is a Japanese word meaning Universal Life Energy, an energy which is all around us. It is a powerful holistic healing system that treats the whole being, addressing problems and healing at all levels: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Reiki flows to the areas of need, soothing pain and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal itself and restore balance in one’s life. Reiki can help when you feel emotionally out of balance, stressed or anxious or you are getting poor sleep.

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Rachel has extended her vast Reiki knowledge and expertise to work with all types of animals including horses. Reiki can help an equine/animal in numerous ways by keeping them in good emotional, physical and mental health which in turn keeps them balanced. Animals, like humans, can become ill when emotional matters have not been resolved or

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Moving to the country may be a fantasy for many of us, but even if you can’t actually make the move, you can evoke a charming country style in your home. The aim is to create a look that appears to have evolved naturally over time.

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You can put all kinds of styles together if you keep an eye on their size and scale. It might be a Georgian, Victorian or early 20th century piece, antique, junk-shop, handme-down or home-made, but it should never look overtly modern and always be sturdy, simple and generously sized. Squashy sofas, big armchairs, plain wooden chairs, benches and stools, and the occasional wirework or Lloyd Loom piece are all key. Add dining chairs with ladder or spindle backs, plus a scrubbed-pine table, and complement them with a large, open dresser. Some distressed paintwork here and there enhances the overall effect.

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Lighting can make or break a room. Add table and floor lamps to brighten corners and illuminate work areas: wrought iron, brass, turned-wood, frillyedged glass, plaster or ceramic bases, with understated fabric or card shades, are all great choices. A few candles dotted here and there and, of course, the appealing flicker of a real fire, will really enhance the atmosphere.

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The introduction of Capital Gains Tax may have been the most significant measure in Jim Callaghan’s Budget of 6th April 1965. But it wasn’t what grabbed the headlines. The media spotlight fell instead on the announcement of the scrapping of Britain’s most glamorous, most prestigious, and most technologically advanced defence project of the time, possibly of all time: TSR2.

It’s easy to forget that until then Britain led the world in aviation. Leaving their wartime achievements aside, in the 1940s and ‘50s British aircraft companies came up with the world’s first jet bomber (the Canberra), first delta-winged jet fighter (the Javelin), first and so far only VTOL fighter-bomber (the Harrier), first Mach 2 fighter (the Lightning), and first longrange jet bombers (the Victor, Valiant, and Vulcan).

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These achievements were only accomplished on the back of other, less high-profile, advances in fields such as engine technology (English Electric experimented with a rocket-propelled version of the Lightning in the 1950s), avionics, weapons design, navigational radar, and air-to-air refuelling. Even the ejector seat was a British invention.

TSR2 was to be the superplane that capped all these triumphs.

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Having promised us the white heat of the technological revolution, Harold Wilson took quite a beating over the failure of TSR2. But he had maths on his side: TSR2 would have cost £16 million per plane and because American planes were built in far greater numbers and were therefore much cheaper, there was no chance of significant export sales. Scrapping it was the right decision. But that announcement in the Commons, mid-afternoon on 6th April 1965, proved the graveside prayer for an independent British military aviation industry. Since then every new RAF combat aircraft – the Jaguar, the Tornado, the Typhoon – has been a multinational effort; only the (comparatively) low-tech Hawk Trainer has been an all-British success story.

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Grow Your Own

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I’m a great fan of home grown vegetables, particularly as growing my own allows me to choose to eat only organically grown fruit and vegetables, which are free from chemical pesticides. Even if you only have a tiny patio garden or backyard, you can brighten up your supper table with some good looking vegetables, home grown in containers.

It is important to use large containers. Smaller ones may look fine but most vegetables need an evenly moist compost around their roots at all times, and so a larger volume of compost is much easier to look after. They will need to be positioned in a sunny spot as vegetables won’t crop well in a gloomy position.

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multi-purpose compost mixed with a loam based compost – both produce good crops and are fairly easy to maintain. You can incorporate some controlled release fertiliser granules or feed regularly with a liquid feed.

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Cucumbers can be grown in pots; choose a variety such as ‘Patio Pick’ which should manage to crop well despite its small size. Provided you have a large and deep container then courgettes are also worth a try, and do remember to keep them well fed.

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A Real Glass Act After visiting friends in Bredon recently I was spell bound by the mosaic behind their Aga. I had never seen anything quite like it in a private house. The mosaic is of a cockerel and three hens in a field and is the work of Birmingham artist Claire Cotterill. I decided that I just had to catch up with this very gifted and talented lady and get to know more about her and her work.

Claire is a warm and engaging lady and like most gifted artists quite self-effacing which is both frustrating and charming at the same time. This is what she had to say about her work.

for the British Association of Modern Mosaic an organization promoting the work of contemporary mosaic artists and I’m still a professional member today.

What inspires your work and designs?

My background has very much leant itself to providing access to participatory arts projects, using mosaic as a medium. I’ve worked with people of all ages and abilities, so their ideas have always informed my work. More recently I’ve gained Public and Private commissions which have involved working integrally with a client to create something special and unique for their home or garden. In the Public Arts sphere, I’ve recently created a series of panels celebrating local history and people in Wolverhampton. I’ve really enjoyed the process and loved researching the relevant social history, specific to the site. Another commission was for Scottish Water for a new water generation plant in Stranraer – This was based on a child’s winning entry in a local school competition.

I also enjoy creating new work for exhibition, most recently producing a series ‘Natural Fractals’ drawing my inspiration from nature. My work is very varied and I enjoy the various challenges this presents.

me currently is Isiaih Zagar, an amazing and inspiring artist based in Philidelphia, who’s created public mosaics in the city for over 40 years.

What is the most difficult aspect of your work?

I suppose, like many freelance artists, you have to be constantly on the look out for new opportunities, while managing the work you already have – then there’s the need to keep up with social media, to share with others what you’re doing. I also run private courses from my studio at The Custard Factory, so time management is always an important issue, there are only so many hours in the day!

How did you get started in working with mosaics?

When I finished my degree in Fine Art, I wanted to learn more about How long do most of your funding for the arts and involve commissions take? people in creative projects. Following This is always varied, depending on placements at West Midlands the detail and size of a commission.

Arts and ‘Different Aesthetics’ a For example my recent Public Art cultural and multi art form agency, commission ‘Diamonds In The I conceptualized, fundraised and Rough’, took over six months to organized a visual arts exhibition and research, design, produce and free participatory multi art form event install. The ‘Cockerels’ Aga private at The Arcadian in Birmingham city commission took about three centre. I’m happy to say it was a great months – It was very detailed! success and drew more people to Take me through the process of the Arcadian than any other event what designing and creating a at that time. During the event I met mosaic involves. artists Maureen Black and Rebecca I always start with a consultation with Garner who’d been commissioned to the client, discussing ideas, themes create a mosaic at the Arcadian. We Who or what has been your and colour schemes, so I can really immediately hit it off and I became biggest influence? get a feel for what they’re after. I then very involved in the project, bringing I draw influence from a number sketch some ideas, often painted community groups in to participate. people, those people I work with and and get further feedback and then The commission involved people other artists, all the time. Most recently the go ahead from the client. The of all ages and from all walks of life I’ve been inspired by Grayson Perry’s design (traditionally known as a and resulted in a stunning permanent ‘The Vanity Of Small Differences’ a cartoon in the mosaic world) is then artwork. I was captivated from this series of tapestry’s that explore class drawn to scale. I use the traditional point! That was 1993... I then became and taste. Another artist who inspires Italian ‘indirect’ or ‘reverse’ method a founding committee member Page 30 To advertise call 07939 802 384 or 01684 772 572 or visit www.tewkesburymagazine.co.uk

to produce, so the design has to be reversed. This method allows me to create the mosaic in my studio. It is made in one piece then cut into sections. The mosaic is then ready to install on site, allowing the minimum disruption to client, as it can be installed quickly, depending on size – usually in two or three days.

What has been your biggest challenge?

Each commission has its own unique challenges and is site specific, so it all keeps you on your toes! I think my biggest challenge logistically was designing and producing three mosaic panels for a millennium arts project celebrating the past, present and future of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, commissioned by Avoncroft Arts Society. I received a huge amount of designs from all local schools to use as inspiration. I then put them into some format and held a training workshop for about twenty teachers, to introduce them to my method of making. The designs were drawn to scale, colour coded and then delivered to all the schools. I then collected them all together for finishing and installation. Then there was the 5m x 5m children’s ground game, another project involved installing mosaic on two story high scaffolding... In short, there have been many!

What has been your most satisfying project?

I think my most recent public arts project ‘Diamonds In The Rough’.

I loved the research and was able to find really site specific and relevant material to use, I was very happy with the result, as was the client, and

it felt like the panels honoured both the local people and industries of the past and created something to be enjoyed in the community for years to come. I also enjoyed creating a bespoke mosaic installed behind an Aga – private residential work really interests me and I’d love to work more with interior designers and landscape architects in the future.

Tell me about the Custard Factory?

The Custard Factory is a fantastic hub for all things creative and perfectly placed in Birmingham’s thriving city centre. I’ve just become involved in the development of an open studios event for May this year and enjoy linking up and collaborating with other artists based there. There’s so much going on I’d recommend people to come down and see for themselves, as the weather improves, there are lots of outdoor events, live music etc – all info on their website. And of course there are my mosaic classes...

You are somewhat of a mosaic evangelist, Claire, talk to me about the vision that you shared with The Prince’s Trust.

Ha ha, yes, it’s quite addictive! I was originally funded in my start up through the Princes Trust. They’re such a fantastic organization and really help young people to get their ideas off the ground, with a good amount of support and training. I’ve recently become involved as a speaker in their ‘First Steps’ course. I also received a letter from Prince Charles himself a few months ago, congratulating me on the development of my business, just waiting for a commission now..!

More seriously, I have been in discussion with them about working with young people to create and produce a public arts mosaic, watch this space!

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a bathroom, kitchen, conservatory The detail and effect to which Claire uses the glass tiles is a rare gift indeed. or outdoor space is really something Claire said, “people spend a great deal different and special in today’s world.

Private commissions and bespoke of money refurbishing their kitchens, designs for a Claire Cotterill bathrooms and conservatories and original range from £500. Claire it just occurred to me that mosaics works with interior designers and could be an attractive addition.” landscape architects as well as Mr and Mrs Denny are now thrilled private clients. with their original Claire Cotterill We highly recommend mosaic. The artistry and skill a visit to her web site drawn upon brings an intensity and www.clairecotterillmosaics.co.uk. vibrancy into her work. A mosaic in Please mention Tewkesbury Magazine when responding to advertisers.

Page 31 Mr and Mrs Denny have a range cooker (Aga to be precise) in their kitchen. The back wall behind the cooker was a bit of an eye sore.

Mrs Denny wanted to brighten up a rather dark and lifeless kitchen.

Some years ago Mr Denny had advised the mosaic artist, Claire Cotterill, who at that time was supported by The Prince’s Trust. So Claire was asked to create a design and the result was stunning.

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Arts and Crafts this Easter at Tewkesbury’s Heritage Centre There will be plenty of activities on offer this Easter at Tewkesbury’s Heritage Centre - and it kicks off with two dropin events for children to enjoy.

On Thursday, 9April the centre, which is located on Church Street in Tewkesbury, will host a Stained Glass Activities Day, where children are invited to take part in the creation of stained glass-effect decorations. They will use coloured cellophane sheets and pre-cut templates to decorate the windows.

A Beastly Bugs and Butterflies workshop will follow on Saturday, 25 April. Children can choose from a selection of acrylic shaped bug and butterfly wind chimes which they can decorate using special glass pens, glitter glue and sequins.

There will also be a colouring competition where children can win a soft cuddly Easter Bunny and children can also take part in a ‘Scrambled Egg’ trail in which they will win a small Easter egg.

All materials will be provided by the centre, helping children to improve their art and craft skills - and everything made can be taken home too.

Both days will hold two drop-in sessions for each workshop. A morning session will run from 10am to 12pm followed by an afternoon session between 1pm and 3pm.

Tewkesbury Heritage Centre has been open since 2007 with visitors coming from across the globe to visit the historic town. The centre is set in a superbly restored Tudor building and filled with magnificent displays such as activities about the historical town and interactive games.

Sessions cost £3.95 per child per item - with no cost for adults who are asked to accompany their children.

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Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Lead Member for Economic Development and Promotion Cllr Dave Waters said: “Our heritage centre is a shining example of our town’s history and architecture, and these Easter sessions mean families can come along and visit the centre while also taking part in some really fun activities. With stained glass-effect decorations, and beastly bugs or beautiful butterflies to choose from everyone will be in for a real treat.”

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Finance Pensions Rules are Changing: What You Need to Know

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Although other choices are available, including property or stocks and shares, saving into a private pension does offer the following tax advantages: • The government pays tax relief on your payments • You’re not taxed on the money in your pension pot (up to certain limits) • At pension age you can withdraw a percentage of your pension as a tax-free lump sum But what about the State Pension – won’t that provide the income I need in retirement?

State Pension rules are set to change from 2016 when a weekly flat rate will be introduced. These are some of the new rules, should you reach State Pension age on or after April 6th 2016: • The full pension amount will be a minimum of £148.40 per week (the actual amount to be decided upon in late 2015) • At least 10 qualifying years

are needed to receive the new State Pension • The total number of qualifying years for eligibility has increased from 30 to 35 Auto enrolment Auto enrolment is new legislation that obliges employers to offer eligible employees a workplace pension. The new scheme, which was introduced in October 2012, is being rolled out to include all UK employers

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What's On in Apr/May Lost in the Willows launch at Sudeley Castle and Gardens Wednesday 1 April, from 10am Sudeley Castle and Gardens, Castle Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD Sudeley Castle and Gardens will see the launch of its brand new Lost in the Willows maze this Easter holiday.

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Montpellier Gardens Easter Events Wed 1 to Tues 07 April, 9am - 6pm, Montpellier Gardens Cheltenham New Life Art Exhibition with 10 renowned artists, egg painting and egg hunts, vintage cars, music from Bandstand and much more. The event is raising funds for Rotary Charities. For more information visit: www.montpelliergardenseaster.com Art Maze Wednesday 1 to Sunday 19 April Beechwood Shopping Centre, 123 High St, Cheltenham, GL50 1DQ

installation spaces. It’s a combination of professional, student and community arts. The Maze turns a disused space into a beautiful, creative community space that is open for people of all ages to explore for free. Getting lost is part of the experience, stumbling upon artworks at every wrong turn until you find your way through to the spectacular kaleidoscope room, created by award winning artist Emma Reid.

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Charlie and Lola at Parabola Arts Centre Sat 4, Sun 5 & Mon 6 April, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3AA The Everyman Theatre will be taking a trip down the road to Cheltenham’s Parabola Arts Centre, where Charlie and Lola will be on stage with their Extremely New Play. Playful, funny and full of surprises, this extremely new play is about friendship and adventures based on the muchloved books by Lauren Child and the popular CBeebies television series too. Children will be delighted to see Charlie and Lola discover that everything is different and not the same, when Lola says she will ‘honestly and promisedly’ look after Sizzles the dog, or when Charlie goes on a Pirate Squidbones adventure. This magical mix of puppets, live action and music is the recipe for a perfect, family-friendly Easter afternoon. Tickets: £12 Easter Egg Hunt at The Gardeners Arms Sunday 5 April, from 11.30am Beckford Road, Alderton, Tewkesbury, GL20 8NL Little ones will be searching high and low for plastic eggs around the village of Alderton this Easter, before claiming their prize at The Gardeners

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Journey of Turtle Monday 6 April, from 2.30pm Cheltenham Town Hall

With shadows, puppets and storytelling, Journey of Turtle is sure to provide a delightful family day out. Dive into an imaginative and evolutionary journey of one of the most fascinating and ancient creatures in the world. Described as a delightful production, the show is designed to inspire everyone over the age of 5, with shadows, table-top puppets and traditional storytelling. Journey of Turtle is about following your dreams so gather up the family and head to the Town Hall for a charming and engaging Easter afternoon. Tickets cost £7.50, £6.50 for children.

Easter at Tewkesbury Heritage Centre Thursday 9 to Saturday 25 April, from 10am to 12pm, and from 1pm to 3pm daily, Out of the Hat, 100 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AB Visit Tewkesbury Heritage Centre for an exciting Easter holiday filled with fun and games for all the family. Tewkesbury Heritage Centre promises to keep the little ones busy this Easter with an exciting range of fun and crafty events, starting on Thursday 9 April 2015.

The Easter fun will begin with a Stained Glass Activities Day. Then, on Saturday 25 April 2015, there will be a Beastly Bugs and Butterflies workshop. Other Easter activities at Tewkesbury Heritage Centre include a competition to win a soft, cuddly Easter bunny, and an exciting

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...events cont'd from p41 ‘Scrambled Egg’ trail around the centre for the whole family to discover. Spaces for both days are expected to fill up fast, so booking is essential to avoid disappointment.

Tickets cost £3.95 per child, while accompanying adults are free of charge. Telephone: 01684 855040.

Craft Fair Saturday 11 April and Saturday 9 May, 10 to 4pm Tewkesbury Town Hall, High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL

We are a group of local artisans who make some beautifully unique, lovingly handcrafted gifts. Our artisans include textiles, quilting, patchwork; bunting, hats & embroidered pictures, teddy bears from birth to avid collectors, stunning handcrafted jewellery, eye catching fuse glass coasters & hanging eye catchers; a selection of handmade cards for all occasions, delicious handmade chocolates; beautiful knitted bags, cushions and clothes for babies and dolls; wooden crafts including pyrography and tactile wood turned objects including fruits, dishes, candle sticks, pens, clocks and more. Why not pop in and browse and we will provide you with some inspirational gifts for everyone. Tea room open with fresh sandwiches and homemade cakes. Open free to browsers and shoppers from 10am to 4pm.

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Step back in time and enjoy a day of vintage goodies, delicious cream teas and live music at the Tewkesbury Vintage and Collections Fair this Easter. There will be a variety of vintage-themed activities for all the family to enjoy. Visitors will be able to browse an array of stalls packed with vintage clothing, accessories and jewellery, plus gifts for the home.

While keen fashionistas can get front row seats to a vintage-inspired catwalk show, featuring both authentic and cleverly designed replica clothing from earlier eras. Other activities on the day will include live music from Betsey Harmony, a Lindy Hop demonstration with Gary and Sara Boon, and highlights from the 1960s Broadway show, Sweet Charity performed by the Tewkesbury Manor Players. Admission: Free of charge.

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Orchestra of the Swan in Cheltenham Friday 17 April, from 7.30pm Cheltenham Town Hall One of Stratford-upon-Avon’s finest musical exports, the Orchestra of the Swan will be performing live at the Town Hall as part of the 2014-15 Concert Series. Returning with its genial conductor, David Curtis, the renowned orchestra will begin with one of Haydn’s earliest works, ‘Symphony No.8’ in G major, before Peter Donohoe performs Shostakovich’s cheerful ‘Piano Concerto No.2’ in F major, which was composed for his son’s 19th birthday. The concert will then culminate splendidly with Mendelssohn’s deservedly popular

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Italian ‘Symphony No.4’ in A major, which is overflowing with energy and melodic invention, promising a real treat for concertgoers.

Ticket prices range between £11.50 and £31.50.

Swing and Jazz with ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’ Friday 24 April, 7.30pm The Bell Hotel, Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5SA Remember the days when music had swing! Multi -instrumentalists Tony and Diane perform their eclectic mix of Swing, Jazz and Latin music playing Saxophones, Clarinet, Jazz Flute, Keyboards, Trombone and Vocals. They perform the music of Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Dave Brubeck, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Ella Fitzgerald and Caro Emerald - a wide range of music from the forties to the present day! You can just listen or eat as well. Free Admission. Contact telephone: 01684 293293.

Hunter Chase Evening Wed 29 April, Gates open at 3.30pm, Cheltenham Racecourse

The Hunter Chase evening will provide spectators with seven fiercely fought chases over distances expected to range from an extended two miles to four miles and one furlong. Promising to be a great way to end the campaign at Cheltenham, amateur jockeys are given a chance to shine on the racecourse, with the first race beginning at 5.05pm. Ticket and package options include Club/ Tattersalls; Best Mate; and Young Person 18 to 24, plus all-inclusive packages which also include betting and food vouchers, private boxes

and hospitality packages across several restaurants. Ticket prices range between £9 and £18 in advance, or £12 and £20 on the day, with packages and group discounts available.

Children free. Times:14:00 to 17:00.

Telephone:01386 725206. Visitors also welcome by arrangement Mar to Sept evening visits (with wine) also possible. Open for charity. Contact telephone: 01386 725206.

Cheltenham Jazz Festival Wed 29 April to Mon 4 May Various venues across Cheltenham

Winchcombe Walking Festival Friday15 - Sunday 17 May Winchcombe has a timeless quality which makes it an attractive centre for walkers. Winchcombe was a walled town in Saxon times, and subsequently became prosperous as a result of the wool trade.

Winchcombe has ‘Walkers are Welcome’ status so you can be sure that they are committed to making your experience enjoyable. The annual Walking Festival is growing every year and draws visitors from all over the world. www. winchcombewelcomeswalkers.com/

The Cheltenham Jazz Festival will include a feast of individual events, combining its trademark mix of international jazz icons and up-and-coming new artists in some unmissable performances.

Confirmed acts for 2015 include Sun Ra Arkestra, American saxophonist and composer Joe Lovano and the Hackney Colliery Band. Led by 90-year-old saxophonist Marshall Allen, the event will be one of the most exciting acts on the bill this year. Festival-goers can look forward to a jam-packed live music line-up, a host of talks, workshops, masterclasses and a ‘silent cinema’ screening jazz-inspired films.

Whitcombe House Open Garden for NGS Sunday 10 May and Sunday 14 June, 2pm - 5pm, Whitcombe House, Overbury nr Tewkesbury, Worcestershire, GL20 7NZ 1 acre planted for every season in an idyllic Cotswold stone setting.

Spring bulbs give way to cool blue and white, allium and flowering shrubs are followed by cascading roses, summer pastels and fiery oranges, red and yellows. The spring-fed stream flows through colourful moisture loving plants.

Asters, cosmos and yet more roses provide late summer colour. Lots of seats for relaxation. Admission £3.50,

Cake Festival 100 Years of Cakes Saturday 16 May, 2.30pm - 5pm Beckford Village Hall, Gloucestershire, GL20 7AA Beckford WI invites you to a Celebration of 100 Years of The Women’s Institute. Popular Cakes from the last 10 decades will be served with tea, coffee and squash. £4 for as many cake samples and cups of tea as you want!

City of Birmingham Choir concert Saturday 16 May, 7pm, Tewkesbury Abbey

The City of Birmingham Choir will perform an exciting programme of music accompanied by the critically acclaimed trumpeter, Crispian Steele-Perkins. Immerse yourself in an evening of joyous choral music in the beautiful setting of Tewkesbury Abbey, when the City of Birmingham

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...events cont'd from p43 Choir performs a special programme on Saturday 6 May 2015. Musiclovers can expect to hear the likes of Bach, Vaughan Williams and Orlando Gibbons performed expertly by the choir, accompanied by the virtuoso trumpet soloist Crispian SteelePerkins. The evening will include a performance of Vaughan Williams’ ‘Mass in G Minor’, which the choir performed at the Abbey 92 years ago, so don’t miss your chance to hear this highly-anticipated rendition in the spectacular surroundings of Tewkesbury Abbey. Tickets cost from £13 to £20. Telephone: 01684 856148.

Tewkesbury Half Marathon Sunday 17 May, 10am Tewkesbury Rugby Club, The Moats, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 5PG

The iconic Tewkesbury Half Marathon will be back in 2015 under new management. Race Nation presents the historic course that takes place in the beautiful countryside around Tewkesbury, continuing its illustrious history as one of Gloucestershire’s premier sporting events. The race will be held under UKA licence and everyone from 17years + can take part. Cost: Half Marathon £27 affiliated or £29 unaffiliated (This includes online registration fees). For more information or to register visit: www.tewkesburyhalf.com Winchcombe Festival of Music & Arts Monday 18 - Monday 25 May Going from strength to strength, this fantastic Music & Arts Festival has a great programme full of variety. Festival-goers not only get Page 44

to hear and see music, dance and art - but also get the chance to “have a go” at one of the exciting range of hands-on workshops which run alongside Festival favourites such as choral concerts, piano recitals, poetry evenings, art trail and historical talks. www.winchcombe.co.uk/festival Craft & Gift Fair Tewksbury Saturday 23 May, 10am – 4pm Tewkesbury Town Hall, High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL A wonderful Craft and Gift Fair right in the centre of Tewkesbury. Come inside and you will find all manner of lovely things you would not normally find in the High Street -fine handmade jewellery,bags, Aloe Vera and Beehive products, cushions, Scarves & Rings, Fair Trade Bags plus lots more. Come and speak to people who know their products better than anyone else - often they will have been making them the previous evening! Free admission. For more information visit: www.lydgatemanagement.co.uk RNLI “Inland Lifeboat Day” Sunday 24 May, 11am to 4pm Croft Farm Water Park Bredon’s Hardwick, Tewkesbury GL20 7EE This is a joint effort from various RNLI branches in Gloucestershire to raise funds for the RNLI (Lifeboats) the money raised is ring fenced to be used towards a new Lifeboat Station at Weston Super Mare. There will be Inshore Lifeboat demonstrations, various stalls, to include RNLI souvenirs, tombola etc. There will be children’s games and stalls especially for them. Stormy Stan the RNLI mascot will be with us. There will be a model boats display, the RNLI Education team will be there, plus some RNLI Lifeguards and lots more besides. This will be a great day out for the whole family to enjoy. Admission: only £5.00 per car. Plenty of parking.

Wychwood Music Festival Friday 29 to Sunday 31 May, Gates open at 12pm on the Friday and 9.30am on Saturday and Sunday Cheltenham Racecourse Dubbed the UK’s leading boutique

festival for families, the 11th annual event will see revellers of all ages flock to the countryside location to experience ‘an utterly delightful atmosphere’ and an eclectic programme spanning indie, folk, rock and world music from talented emerging artists and industry veterans alike. As always, Wychwood Festival will also be striving to support local talent from Gloucestershire and the neighbouring counties, with top comedy, children’s entertainment, poetry, workshops, musical theatre and dance performances.

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Tewkesbury General Retail Market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9am-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 Tewkesbury Farmers & Craft Market 2nd Saturday of every month, 9am - 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.

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