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Ten Tips for Written Communication – Misery or Joy? Written communication has a long lasting effect because it can be read over and over again. It can reignite joy and bitterness. In my years of consultancy work, I have seen the written word cause more aggression, drama and strikes than any other means of communication. The written word, if there is any ambiguity, will always be read negatively. You must write, not so you are understood, but so you cannot be misunderstood. Although communicating by letter has decreased considerably in recent years, using email which of course also requires people to spell and use grammar correctly, has increased. If you want to have real impact and show that you care, a letter or card can be the most powerful way of winning friends and influencing people. In the business world those who want an appointment with a decision maker should write a letter first and then follow up with a phone call. So here are a few tips to help make your written word more effective: 1. Firstly, attract attention with an attention getting word, phrase or line, for example ‘Here is some good news’. Always try to get something positive either on your subject matter or your first words that will illicit the response ‘I want to hear what you have to say’. 2. Keep it short. More and more people are getting emails on their mobiles so long emails can be hard to read, try and stick to 2 or 3 paras and 2 to 3 sentences per para. This also applies to letters; short letters get read. 3. Don’t criticise or be negative. This is the biggest cause of communication breakdown,

aggression and stress. If this is necessary, speak don’t write. 4. Read before sending. Never send an email or a letter without reading it all through before sending and ask yourself, if you got this how would you feel? 5. Choose the right time. Never send an email or letter in response to anger or frustration caused by one you may have received without first giving yourself time. A great tip, don’t send an email overnight, draft it reread it and then send it the next day. 6. Check spelling and grammar. This is so easy with spellcheck, as otherwise you will lose respect and trust. 7. Use key words. There are certain key words that have great power when we read them, they will also generate pleasure in the reader. “you” “your” and “mine” the reader reads them as “I”, “me” and “my”. 8. Look for the opportunity to send nice messages with positive content, something that shows you care. It’s interesting how Twitter is declining because it’s all about ME! 9. Be careful with attachments. Again so much of our communication is on the mobile and it is more difficult to read attachments this way. 10. Don’t ‘cc’. If there is not an essential need to know, don’t waste other people’s time by copying them.

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Getting Ready for Summer by Louise England We certainly experienced four seasons in one day during May. Can we dare to hope that June will be warm and bright and we can get ready for summer? A healthier regime may be on your mind or even implemented as you finally remove the thick jumpers and start wearing shorts and skirts. So it’s time to pack away your winter clothes, coats and shoes. Vacuum storage bags are an ideal solution to save space and make sure moths are kept out – I swap my summer clothes for winter so you only need one set. Storage is often at a premium and clothes we use every day or at least weekly must be easily accessible, and those items we don’t need until the cold weather returns can be put out of sight and out of mind. Now is the time to take a look at your summer wardrobe and go through the t-shirts, tops and bottoms. With your own critical eye (or with the help of a friend) decide if each item still fits, is in good condition and if you still like it. My test is asking myself – would I buy this item new today? Fashions and tastes change from year to year so be brave!

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Fundraising for Acorns Children’s Hospice These little woollen animals sold well again this year despite Easter being early. A total of 2,645 animals were knitted and we made a profit of £2,030.65 and were able to take a cheque to Acorns for £2,200, this included money raised from Christmas Catalogues. A big thank you to all our helpers whether you knitted, stitched, sold, donated eggs or allowed us to purchase eggs at a much reduced price! You have all contributed in some way to help us raise this sum of money for Acorns. Too soon to think about Christmas, but later this month we will

be receiving the Webb Ivory Christmas Catalogues (which will be put out of sight and out of mind until September!). More customers will be welcome when the time comes! On Sunday 17th July we will be having a Tombola Stall at the Tea Party Fundraiser for Acorns Children’s Hospice at Bird’s Farm. If you have any unwanted gifts or any new items we would be pleased to accept them at 15 Paxhill Lane, Twyning. We can also collect contact Anita Haycock on 01684 293890 to arrange a collection. - Sam Haycock

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Cake and Bake Cheese, Onion & Pepper Quiche This rich and creamy quiche can be served warm with new potatoes and coleslaw for a filling supper, but is just as tasty served cold as part of a picnic, packed lunch or summer buffet.

Ingredients: • 250g shortcrust pastry • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, peeled and very finely chopped • 4 large eggs • 200ml crème fraiche • 150ml double cream • Large pinch of grated nutmeg • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 75g mature Cheddar cheese, grated • 25g Gruyere cheese, grated • 1 red pepper, deseeded and sliced

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1. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface

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2. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/Gas 6.

Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Line the chilled pastry case with baking paper and baking beans. Place the flan tin on the baking sheet in the oven and bake blind for 15 minutes. Remove the paper and beans and bake for a further 5-6 minutes until the pastry is crisp and pale golden. Reduce the oven temperature to 190C/170C fan/Gas 5.

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the chopped onion for 8-10 minutes until very soft. Drain on kitchen paper. Whisk the eggs in large jug then whisk in the crème fraiche and double cream. Add the nutmeg and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

4. Spread the fried onions in the pastry case and scatter over the Cheddar cheese. Gently pour in the egg mixture and top with the pepper slices. Scatter over the Gruyere cheese. Bake for 25-35 minutes or until the filling is set and golden brown. Serve warm or cold.

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The Ox is a bastion of simple, top-notch, British Fayre cooked to impeccable standards and is wonderfully located in the very centre of Cheltenham. It already has an incredible reputation for serving mind-blowing, delicious steaks cooked to perfection in their charcoal Josper oven which creates a real depth of flavour. Whilst beautifully aged British steak is at the heart of The Ox, their exceptional chefs also produce fresh fish and vegetarian dishes. The Ox has a range of stunning small plates, classic charcuterie and superb seasonal side dishes, all finished off with either a sweet

and sticky indulgent pudding or an unrivalled selection of local British and continental cheeses. The service is warm and welcoming, just what you need after a long hard day. The Ox is also ideal for business lunches as they offer an express lunch menu from Wednesday to Saturday. Their brunch menu is available at the weekends from 10am and the Sunday roasts are arguably the best you will ever taste. Their Early Bird Deal is also certainly worth a mention. Picture the scene - you've just finished work and are in need of a little escapism. For just ÂŁ14 you can indulge in rump

steak, fries, sauce and a glass of wine! Why not take your own favourite bottle of wine with you on a Tuesday for something a little different. With the finer weather of late the team behind the bar have been concocting some summer-inspired cocktails to be enjoyed on the (fingers crossed) sunny terrace to compliment a bite from the Terrace menu. I really can't express how impressed I was when I dined at The Ox, I've already made plans to revisit. Written by Harriet Court from Glos Directories

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Golden Years

Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning

I’ve just found my cheque book. It wasn’t easy because the last time I used it was in July, when I bought a car, and in fact the last time I used it before then was Christmas 2013 when I ran out of ideas for presents and gave my kids cheques instead. Oh, and in my pocket I have £1.56... What does all this have to do with anything? Well, on 29th June 1966, Barclay’s Bank launched Britain’s first credit card (the Barclaycard, since you ask), and money as I and others of my vintage once knew it has been dying ever since. The credit card and its contemporary, the charge card, were responses to the illusion that cash and money was the same thing. Despite the fact that the Lombards had disproved the idea centuries earlier by providing international credit facilities in which limitless sums could be moved around without anyone so much as sniffing a ducat, people in the post-War age still had to carry cash to cover all their spending. And in post-War America, spending was getting more and more extravagant. One of the luxuries the newlyrich post-War Americans were starting to spend more and more Page 12

lavishly on was dining out; and the first charge card, Diner’s Club, enabled them to do just that. If you didn’t customarily carry enough cash to pay for a blow-out for yourself and all your friends – or for yourself and that one special friend – and provided you had a fat enough salary, all you had to do was pay an annual fee and your card would cover the bill at any participating restaurant. It wasn’t credit, though – the balance had to be cleared in full every month. Diner’s Club launched with 200 members and 27 participating restaurants; by the end of the year it had 20,000 members and other high-value retailers were clamouring to be allowed in. Finders Services, launched in Britain in 1951, was a straightforward copy; it was swallowed up by Diners Club in 1962, and in 1963 American Express, another charge card operation, arrived in the UK too. (Barclaycard also had an American connection: it was a franchisee of the Bank of America’s BankAmericard scheme, later rebranded as Visa). At first, Barclaycard and its rivals were similar in operation: since extended credit was illegal in Britain until 1968 you had to clear your Barclaycard every month, just as with Diners Club and American Express. But it was always intended to be more democratic than the charge cards, which were aimed at the well-off and the prestige trades. It didn’t charge a fee, for a start; there was no salary

qualification but there was a credit limit; and given Barclay’s established position in the UK it was accepted by a much, much greater number and variety of retailers. Without going into too much detail, here’s how plastic has fared in those 50 years. 1969: the cheque card arrives. 1972: the Access credit card is a co-operative of several banks. 1987: the debit card is born. 1995: debit card transactions exceed credit card transactions. 1998: debit card transactions exceed cheque transactions. 2004: plastic overtakes cash. One could go on, but you get the picture. Plastic rules. Which raises a question I’m qualified to ask but not answer? What exactly is money? It’s clearly not the pennies like cartwheels I took to the sweetshop as a child. It’s not a fistful of fivers, either: a fiver isn’t really a fiver at all; it’s just a picture of a fiver. Money as a reflection of itself? It’s no more ephemeral a concept than money as a seemingly endless chain of electronic ones and zeroes. And if money doesn’t really exist, why can’t I have more of it?

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 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.

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The Pressures of Modern Parenting Being the parent of an adolescent these days seems to be such an emotional and physical challenge. Gone are the days when children’s formative years were innocent and trouble-free. Modern life offers huge challenges for both adolescents and parents alike. I regularly see more and more family members of all ages who have varying levels of low self-esteem and confidence. I’m sure you can remember a time when you enquired what is wrong and got the usual shrug of the shoulders and non-committal grunts. The reasons for this can be; • Little or no family history of open communication • They think you want to know everything that’s going on • They are concerned you think they are crazy • They are convinced you don’t take them seriously • That you won’t listen • That you are old, so how could you possibly understand

Of course all parents try with some degree of success to solve various issues their children might have but they can be too close to allow teenagers to fully open up and pour their hearts out. That’s where I come in. The top 5 most common teenager’s concerns are; 1. Friends and Social Acceptance 2. Sex 3. Body Image 4. School 5. Family life And how many of those do you really truly believe the average teen is going to discuss with Mum and Dad? These in turn can lead to a complicated list of mental and physical behaviours including depression, self-harm, eating disorders, abuse (sexual, drugs, alcohol), violent behaviour and many more. The first and most important step to take is to look at ways of improving communication. This not only includes the teenager themselves but also the way you communicate with them.

As much as I would like to say that I can resolve this and the other issues in this article, I am afraid that would prove impossible. However, I am running a free Parent Support Evening in Hereford on Thursday 23rd June. To book your free place please go to eventbrite.co.uk and search Parent Support Evening Hereford or follow the links on my website, www.nichepersonalcoaching.co.uk. I look forward to seeing you there. - Carl May, PNLP

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New mayor for Tewkesbury borough Tewkesbury Borough Council has welcomed a new mayor for 2016/17. Councillor Gill Blackwell was invested as Mayor of Tewkesbury Borough at a ceremony held at St. Andrews Church in Churchdown on Thursday 12th May 2016. More than 100 guests welcomed the new mayor at the ceremony, including friends and family, as well as local dignitaries. Gill named her friend, Christine Wray, as her mayoress and her husband, Mike, as her consort. Her chaplain is Reverend Wendy Ruffle of Prior's Park, Tewkesbury. Gill lives in Churchdown and represents the Hucclecote ward

Project Alleycat In 1905, in his 'Short History of the Old Alleys, Courts and Lanes', John Rogers wrote ‘The time of which I am now speaking was 1812. Since that time, the property has been modernised, like many other front street houses, to the regret of the present inhabitants of the town, some of whom for many years past have been bringing out to view the features of the old houses, which makes the town and streets much more interesting’. That sounds so up to date. Slowly, though, time, neglect and the hand of man has been eroding, bit by bit, those features which provide that interest. We’re probably not yet heading for Alley extinction, but the position is such that we should be guarding against that possibility. Whilst there are rules for conservation areas, the community are the real and the best guardians of our heritage. We’re the ones who notice when a wall is pulled down rather than rebuilt in Post Office Lane, or the paving is repaired with tarmac in Prior’s Alley.

as a borough councillor. Gill, who has been a councillor since 2011, said: "I am honoured to become the Mayor of Tewkesbury Borough for 2016/17 and, over the year ahead, I am looking forward to meeting lots of people who do such wonderful things for our borough. I also hope to help raise the profile of my chosen charities, Winston’s Wish and the Stroke Unit at Gloucester Royal Hospital, and help bring in some much-needed donations."

The mayor attends a number of community engagements throughout the year.

Councillor Harry Turbyfield was invested as deputy mayor for the year at the same ceremony. His partner, Ruth, is his mayoress. The mayor's role is to chair council meetings and to lead the council at civic events.

Project Alleycat isn’t a new group of town whingers. It aspires to join the ‘doers’ and work with them to do the right things in our town’s back lanes, alleys and courts. We want to capture knowledge of the past, both the ‘formal’ history and the folk stories so beloved of John Moore. We want to highlight things that need doing, and if they can be done by volunteers, then we want to recruit enough volunteers to do them - properly. Training will be provided! Most of all, we want to turn all those unlived-in and unloved alleys into places we can proudly show off to visitors, using art in a multitude of forms to draw attention away from the concrete paving and the featureless modern brick walls.

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Tackling Troublesome Weeds by Pippa Greenwood Why is it that weeds always seem to grow faster and more vigorously than pretty well anything you actually choose to plant in your garden? Top of my weed hate list is hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta), which produces a little rosette of leaves topped with a short spike with tiny white flowers, and I despise it because it spreads so quickly. Weeds are typically described as ‘any plant which is growing in the wrong place’ such as your flowerbeds, your vegetable garden, your shrubbery or your lawn. So what makes weeds such a nuisance? • They feed and take up moisture in great quantities and sometimes compete actively with nearby garden plants. • They can create shade and stunt the growth of nearby plants. • Those with a ground-cover like effect can cause the growth of garden plants to be distorted or held back. • Weeds may harbour pests or diseases. So what can you do to try to minimise the problems they cause without spending hours with a hoe or sprayer? • Get on top of weeds early in the year - removing as many as possible before your garden plants start to grow Page 18

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That lowers her allowance to £9,540, but she earns £10,000 so she’ll pay basic 20% tax on the £440 – meaning she is £88 worse off. Overall, though they’re still up over £100. If you don’t get the maths, don’t worry, you’re always collectively up by doing this, so if you’re a non-taxpayer, even close to the limit it’s still worth applying. 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

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Books for Dad Struggling for inspiration this Father’s Day? Forget gift vouchers and gardening tools, books are the way to go. Whether Dad likes escaping into a thriller, getting creative with the kids, or cooking up a storm in the kitchen, there’s sure to be something in our selection to keep him happy. Conspiracy – Iain Gale Bernard Cornwell fans will thank you for introducing them to Iain Gale’s series about a maverick soldier in the Peninsular War. James Keane certainly gets himself in enough scrapes and mishaps to keep the reader entertained. Wellresearched, gritty and colourful, the series brings a period of military history to life. The latest novel, Conspiracy, sees Keane ordered by Wellington to work undercover in Paris – a dangerous task indeed in such a turbulent political landscape. 50 Evening Adventures – Tim, Kerry, Ella and Amy Meek Another great resource for tackling the ‘I’m bored’ mantra, 50 Evening Adventures provides a plethora of ideas for making the most of evenings as a family. There are suggestions for places to go, things to do and meals to cook outside. Former teachers Tim and Kerry Meek are currently travelling around Europe in a caravan with their daughters. They’re used to packing lightly, so most of the suggestions don’t need any special equipment, and can be carried out for free, or very cheaply. Page 26

The Hairy Bikers Blood, Sweat and Tyres: The Autobiography – Dave Myers and Si King If Dad enjoys an autobiography, this is the perfect book to wrap up for him this Father’s Day. The duo didn’t have the easiest childhoods; Si was bullied about his weight, while Dave had to grow up quickly as a carer for his mother. But a love of good food and entertaining brought them together and made them household names. Warm, honest and laughout -loud funny, it’s a great testament to what true friends can do when they put their minds to it. Poor Boy Road – James L. Weaver Fast-paced and gripping from the first page, Poor Boy Road is a good bet for fans of action thrillers. Jake Caldwell is a mob-enforcer who’s looking for a way out. When he’s called back to his childhood town to help care for his dying, abusive father, his boss hands him one last job – kill a local drug dealer. But can he do it? Great characters, believable dialogue and plenty of action combine to make this a real page-turner.

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However, some things can affect your eligibility, such as organ transplantation, travel to certain countries and existing medical conditions. You can check your eligibility on the NHS webpage www. blood.co.uk/who-can-giveblood. Preparing To Give Blood You can register online at www.blood.co.uk, by calling 0300 123 2323, or at a blood donation session. To donate, book an appointment or drop in at your next local session. To make your donation as comfortable as possible, ensure that beforehand you: • Eat regularly. • Get a good night’s sleep. • Drink plenty of fluids (but avoid alcohol for 24 hours). • Wear loose, comfortable clothing. • Avoid unusually strenuous exercise. • Know your medical and travel history. What Happens When You Donate Blood Pre-booked appointments shouldn’t take over an hour; take a friend or book to distract you if you’re nervous. You’ll be given a drink to keep you hydrated. Your identity and health check details will be confirmed, and your iron levels will be checked by testing blood from your finger. A small cuff is placed on your arm to maintain a light pressure and the donation site will be cleaned with

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33rd annual Tewkesbury Medieval Festival Just as they did in 1471, the roar of canon, the clash of swords, and the shouts of fighting men will echo over the Tewkesbury Battle Field, as the 33rd annual Tewkesbury Medieval Festival takes place on July 9th/10th.

characters including a doctor surgeon with bloody tales of medieval medicine, a dancing bear, and it is rumoured, dragons, will be found around the field. Children can enjoy learning simple circus skills, or taking part in historically themed arts and crafts in the Bright Knight Tent or a quiet break at the magical Story Tellers Garden.

When they are not fighting many of several thousand re-enactors and their families will live for the weekend in living history camps where you are welcome to visit them.

This year, we have a visit from Mad Cap Theatre who will be performing at various sites. The large beer tent with its wide range of real beers and ales, and for a real taste of history, mead, will have live music all day, and possibly a visit from the lovely gypsy dancers. Hunger pangs can be taken care of by a wide range of caterers.

Even Plantagenet King Edward, and his rival for the throne, Queen Margaret of Anjou, welcome visitors to their sumptuous camps. Away from the battle site there is a big and bustling medieval market, full of leather, metal and wood workers, costumiers, jewellers, potters and sellers of all kinds of exotic and unusual goods. Minstrels, jesters, stilt walkers and

Entrance to the festival is free, with a small charge for parking, but please be as generous as you can to the bucket collectors, putting on an event like this is expensive, but we want everyone to be able to join in.

Saturday the fun moves into town, for a very tongue in cheek re-creation of the capture, trial and beheadings of the fleeing Lancastrians.

This is followed by the peaceful service of Complin, held by candlelight in the beautiful Abbey. Sunday sees our large Carnival style parade make its way up the High Street and Church Street on its way to the festival site, starting at 11.15am. Tewkesbury is about 2miles from junction 9 of the M5 and the festival site is signed from all major entrances to the town, please follow the signed route, it has been designed with safety in mind. For further details, including accommodation and our own camp site, just a few minutes walk from the event, visit our web site www.Tewkesbury MedievalFestival.org.

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Tewkesbury Talk I have often heard the phrase ‘flaming June’ and for many years thought it referred to the weather expected for that month. It was only recently I discovered it was the title of an oil painting by Sir Frederic Leighton, depicting a woman in a bright orange dress.

The model is thought to have been one of two prominent actresses of the day, neither of whom were called June. The Latin name for June is Junius, and one explanation of the origin offered by Ovid is that it is named after the Roman goddess of marriage Juno, wife of Jupiter. I think June is definitely a month for the ladies, including our new Town Mayor, Miss Karen Brennan, her Mayoress Mrs Shelby Powell, and the new Borough Mayor Mrs Gillian Blackwell (Hucclecote).

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of marathon – knitting – in order to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday by yarn bombing the Mitton Play Park. They decorated the Carrant Road play area including a 100ft knitted banner. In addition to celebrating the special day it raised awareness of the need for a replacement play area. With help from the local Friends of Mitton Play Park, Tewkesbury Town Council is hoping to raise £10,000 to provide new equipment and is keen to hear from anyone interested in donating or offering support.

The lady marathon runners - L-R: Kathy Lewis, Helen Gould, Nicky Wood, Helen Guthrie and Linda Coxshall

One great achievement I must mention is that of Kathy Lewis, Helen Gould, Nicky Wood, Helen Guthrie and Linda Coxshall from Tewkesbury All Runners who ran the London Marathon in April and raised over £11,000 for their charities Whizz Kidz, Alzheimer’s and CLIC Sargent. Tewkesbury All Runners offer 10 week running courses suitable for complete beginners and more experienced runners. They meet at the Sea Cadets Hall behind Cascades pool and if you are inspired to join them simply call Kerry on 01452 813611 for more details. The Ladies of Mitton Women’s Institute undertook a different sort Page 36

Wednesday of the month (unless in school holidays) at Mitton Manor School 7.30pm and enjoys a varied social calendar. New members are always welcome.

Olive Seers, Connie Nunn from Executive Committee of TWG, Chris Hyatt Chairman of Gloucestershire Federation of TWG and Meryl Lee.

Also celebrating the Queen’s birthday were members of Tewkesbury Mitton Townswomen's Guild who joined 110 members of The Gloucestershire Federation of Townswomen's Guilds at a Luncheon held at Hatherley Manor Hotel. Tewkesbury members Meryl Lee arranged the event, Olive Seers made the Celebration Cake and the Loyal Toast was given by Pat Goodger. Mitton Member Sally Needham advises that Mitton T.W.G. meets on the first

Adrienne Skelt Mitton TWG Chairman with Olive Seers.

A local woman’s extraordinary recovery from cancer has led to her story being used by a number of national organisations. Anne, who lives near Eckington, was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2012 and given only a few months to live. After a series of unexpected events she has been in remission for three years and is living a normal life, part of which is working as Team Leader at Tewkesbury Library. Anne’s story has been filmed by Macmillan Cancer Care and used for their “Not Alone” campaign. One of Anne’s friends, Howard Wilkie, has organised the ‘Rhythm of Life’ concert at the George Watson Memorial Hall on Sunday 5th June, 3pm, to raise funds for Macmillan. He is the musical director of Solent Male Voice Choir whose repertoire includes songs from the shows, hymns, ballads, folk songs and spirituals. The choir will be joined by other musicians, some local, and Anne will be sharing her story and explaining the wide variety of ways in which Macmillan can help people whose lives are affected by cancer. Some of you may know of the Tewkesbury Country Market which is held in the Town Hall every Friday 9.30am to 12 noon, this is part of a 90-year-old network of around 300 Country Markets across the country, with branches/ co-operatives selling local crafts, produce and refreshments. The producers pride themselves on keeping traditional home cooking,

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homegrown and handcrafted items alive. I would strongly recommend that you pop along to the Town Hall, take a look at the lovely array of items and maybe have a cup of tea and a cake. The ladies that run Tewkesbury’s Country Market have also generously sponsored the rose bush flower bed at the 1471 corner in Lower Lode Lane. It’s going to look lovely when the red and white roses come into bloom. Shelby Powell and Karen Brennan spent a very hot Sunday morning digging the bed, and if anyone wishes to sponsor any of the other displays for Tewkesbury in Bloom they should contact Shelby. A street market was held in the High Street at the end of May, where the Alleycats initiative was launched. The aim is to preserve Tewkesbury’s Alleys, restoring them to their former glory, documenting the history, current condition, tales and folklore as well as involving local people in making and siting art within them. Full details can be found on the Facebook page or by emailing tewksalley@outlook.com. The Antiques Road Show arrived in the Abbey Grounds at the end of May, and the Food & Drink Festival will be there at the end of June. Entry fee is £2.50 and with over 60 stalls, live cookery demonstrations, entertainment, games and activities for all the family it will certainly be worth a visit. I won’t be able to get away during the day, but I am looking forward to attending the We Salute You event at the George Watson Hall that evening, 7pm for 8pm start. The show is being staged by Tewkesbury British Legion Club, sponsored by CB Chartered Accountants and is in aid of the Poppy Appeal. Tickets cost £10 in advance or £12 on the door and can be purchased from ourselves at Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts or the British Legion Club. Mike and I have managed to get out a fair bit in May, enjoying

Mike and I on Conway Castle going up the Severn. Picture by Michael Protheroe.

two boat trips, both thanks to Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend. We took a trip on the Conway Castle up the River Severn towards Upton upon Severn on a beautifully sunny Friday evening; Bingo was available but we stayed upstairs enjoying the serenity of the river.

TBW Walking Parade. Picture by Jack Boskett from Jack Boskett Photography.

Saturday saw the TBW events around town with the walking parade having a 60’s theme, followed by the Dog Show at the Vineyards and the River activities and parade on Sunday.

John Badham, Mayor, taking Boat Parade salute. Picture by Michael Protheroe.

Saturday 2nd July, with local cow artist, Sam Morris. Sam will set up her easel and acrylic tubes of paint in the shop window for the whole day, so passers-by can watch her latest cow painting unfold, transform and develop. Sam will start with a blank canvas and a few ideas and welcomes you to share your ideas and inspiration as you pass-by throughout the day. We hope that this unique window display will make you smile. I must end with the wonderful Connie Cullingford. Connie is 80 years young and a resident of Cypress Road, Wheatpieces. Connie Cullingford and her husband Tony. On 27th July Photo by Shelby Powell she will be doing a wing walk, strapped to the winds of a Tiger Moth, at Staverton to raise funds for Water Aid. She hopes to raise £2,000 and has already reached half that total. After retiring from teaching she and her husband, Tony, volunteered to work overseas and were stationed at a school in Eritrea where women and children were forced to walk miles to find water. If readers would like to make a donation you can contact Connie on 01684 275622 or donate online to www.justgiving. com/connieswingwalk . She also has a Facebook page called "Connie's Wing Walk". As always there are so many things which I have not been able to include in the article but please do keep letting me know of events happening in and around our lovely, lively town. I can be found daily at Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts in the High Street – this month stacking the shelves for Father’s Day on June 19th.

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Longer days mean it’s time to head out to the garden. However large or small your outside space, some careful planning will ensure that it is flexible enough for playing games, entertaining or simply putting your feet up and relaxing, writes Katherine Sorrell Today’s gardens are more like an outdoor room, used for playing, cooking, socialising and resting; they are multifunctional spaces that look good but also work hard for every member of the family. If your garden is in need of an update, the secret is in the planning - how will you use the space and what do you want from it? Sketch a plan of your garden on graph paper, and gather samples of the materials you intend to use – such as slate, willow or terracotta – to ensure that they coordinate. If in doubt, consider Page 40

In a large garden, the ideal layout includes separate areas for dining, relaxing and playing – perhaps with a ‘secret’ children’s area at the far end, including structures such as a swing, trampoline, climbing frame or tepee. A peaceful area away from both the house and the kids is ideal for a hammock or a deck chair – perhaps near some scented flowers or under a tree for shade. And the dining area is best closest to the house, with space nearby for a barbecue or even an outdoor kitchen. Consider changes in levels – they add interest and are easier to deal with than slopes, but avoid lots of steps between the door and the dining table. Flooring is key, too - will you choose stone slabs, gravel, bricks, decking, wood chips or perhaps tiles that complement your kitchen flooring for an inside-outside look? Just like indoors, your choice of garden flooring can signal a change from one area to another. It is also a question of practicality and cost: specify stone slabs for the dining area, for example, and save money with woodchips in the children’s play area. Verticals are just as important, providing privacy, screening and dividing, adding visual

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Enjoy a stroll in at least 15 beautiful gardens, visit Beckford's own Nature Reserve and have a look at the beautiful themed flower displays in the church. There will be attractions for young and old on both days and funds raised are principally for the maintenance of St. John's Church, Beckford. Teas, champagne bar and Barbecue available. Admission: £5.00 per adult - covers both days, accompanied under 16s free. Small extra charge for entry to the former Private Chapel of Beckford Hall. Tickets available on the day at the Village Hall car park or at any of the gardens. 'Rhythm of Life’ Concert Sunday 5th June, George Watson Memorial Hall A concert by Solent Male Voice Choir whose repertoire includes songs from shows, hymns, ballads, folk songs and spirituals. The choir will be joined by other musicians, some of which are local. The Concert will raise funds for Macmillan. Cheltenham Science Festival Tuesday 7th - Sunday 12th June, Imperial Gardens, Cheltenham and Cheltenham Town Hall A must for science lovers! The festival is a celebration of everything scientific, with discussions about chemistry,

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All sorts of food, wine and real ale on show, plus cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, international wine tasting classes, food and drink, talks, live music, street theatre and childrens entertainment. For a free festival programme visit www.gardenevents.com. Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Events Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT

Saturday 11th June: Midsummer Murder Mystery. Sunday 12th June: Classic Vehicle Day Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June: Day out with Thomas. For further details please visit www.gwsr.com. Mayor's Charity Garden Party Sunday 12th June, 2-4 pm Town Hall Gardens & Corn Exchange Celebrate the Queen's 90th Birthday with a fun family event

including stalls and entertainment. Bouncy castle, magician and live music. Family games and activities. Tea and cake on the lawn plus delicious strawberries and cream for the perfect afternoon! We are also marking Volunteer's Week so you'll get to meet a whole host of local organisations. In aid of the Town Mayor's charity fund. Open Gardens Day in Winchcombe Sunday 12th June, 2.00pm-6.00pm, Winchcombe Following a very successful event last year, the winning formula stays the same with many gardens to visit, lovely teas on offer and plants to buy. This year an added attraction is the opportunity to view the gardens in the row of almshouses in Dent’s Terrace, a Grade ll listed terrace designed in 1865 by George Gilbert Scott for Emma Dent of Sudeley Castle. The terrace is not normally open to the public. The gardens are located throughout Winchcombe; tickets are available in Winchcombe on the day in the gardens themselves (look for the red flag outside the house), at the Winchcombe Tourist Information Centre and outside the library. Parking is available at the Back Lane car park or at the car park in Bull Lane. Admission: £5.00 for adults, children under 12 are free. Proceeds for the event go to the conservation of St. Peter's Church.

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...events cont'd Presented by Creators of Craft. Come along and shop some beautifully unique and lovingly handcrafted gifts. The range includes textiles: quilting, patchwork; bunting, hats and embroidered pictures; teddy bears; handcrafted jewellery; fuse glass coasters and hanging decorations; a selection of handmade cards for all occasion: delicious handmade chocolates; wooden crafts including pyrography and tactile wood turned objects; delicate watercolours and silk flowers arrangement and much more. Tea room with homemade cakes and sandwiches available. Free admission. For more information visit: www.creatorsofcraft.co.uk The Ukulele Festival of Great Britain Friday 17th - Sunday 19th June, Various venues throughout Cheltenham

This little instrument plays more songs than just “When I’m Cleaning Windows”! However I bet you hear the song played more than once during the weekend. The event will turn you into a Uke Lover for life with concerts, stalls, open mic sessions, a big busk and much more. Be amazed at the talent of some of the greatest Ukulele players in the world. For more information visit www.ukulelefestival.co.uk. Cheltenham Challenge Sunday 19th June An exciting, challenging, multi-terrain running event offering participants a range of distances. There is something for everyone whatever Page 48

your age and ability, whether you are an experienced runner, novice, junior or are running as a family with your children, or even your dog. Walkers are also welcome to take part in the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon distances. Cheltenham Challenge has raised over half a million pounds for more than 75 charities to date. You are welcome to use the event to fundraise for CCP, one of our partner charities, or any other charity of your choice. For more information visit: www. cheltenhamchallenge.org.uk. Garden Week at Sudeley Castle Monday 20th June - Sunday 26th June, 10m - 5pm, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD

Sudeley celebrate their beautiful gardens with special garden tours and pimms on the lawn and accompanying harp music by resident harpist Alys Winchcombe. Tickets are included in the normal admission price. Tewkesbury Food & Drink Festival Saturday 25th - Sunday 26th June, Tewkesbury Abbey Grounds, GL20 5PG The Tewkesbury Food & Drink Festival returns to the town in what is set to be another fantastic event. All of the original popular highlights will be there including a Food & Drink marquee with more than 60 stalls offering a wealth of local produce including award-winning cheeses, locally reared meat, homemade cakes and pastries, local wine, beer and cider plus much more. The event will feature a cookery theatre with live demonstrations from local chefs and experts, as well as foodie related competitions and plenty of entertainment, games and activities for the kids. For

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A nostalgic evening of 1940's music with the Crescendo Big Band (Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington & Benny Goodman era.). Guest singer, Simon Cromey, will be performing a tribute to Frank Sinatra. Bar and Vintage tearoom; flag waving sing-along finale. Arrive early and enjoy our informal dance workshop. Show opens at 8pm. Tickets available online, from Cards & Gifts in the High Street or the British Legion Club Tewkesbury. The event is in aid of the Poppy Appeal. Cheltenham Music Festival Friday 1st July - Sunday 17th July, Cheltenham Town Hall, Pitville Pump Rooms and other local venues

The Cheltenham Music Festival is all about high-calibre performances, magnificent venues and a huge variety of music, from classical – symphonic, choral, chamber, contemporary and early music – to jazz, folk, electronica, spoken word and film. For more information, please call 01242 850270 or visit www. cheltenhamfestivals.com/music LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Tewkesbury Parkinson’s Group First Wednesday of the

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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

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Gloucestershire Golf Club raises over £200,000 for local hospice Back in 1987 a Cheltenham family started a charity golf day at their local golf club to raise funds for the hospice which provided care to their parents. Some 27 years later the event at Cleeve Hill Golf Club has raised over £200,000 for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice, supporting local people and their families at a time they need it most. Founded by the Farrel family in response to the care their parents received at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice in 1987, the money raised over the years has helped install new telephone systems so patients could chat to their families, hydraulic beds, new curtains and blinds and much more. Donations from the 2015 tournament secured a hoist for use in the Day Hospice and purchased plants bringing a new centre bed to life in the hospice courtyard which was planted last month. The charity day is a well-known fixture on golfing calendars, and the 28th tournament event takes place this year on Saturday 11th June at Cleeve Hill Golf Club.

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support us as we can’t raise this money without them.” Elise Hoadley, Hospice Director for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice said, "Words can’t say how much we appreciate the Farrel family and all the golfers, supporters and sponsors who have made each and every golf day such a success over the past 27 years."

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Finance Finance Staying In Or Leaving The EU

By Ann Haldon By Ann Haldon

Staying In Or Leaving The EU

What are the implications for your personal finances? What are the implications for your personal finances?

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Cost of travel way without impedance, takingown more control over how of travel So what iSSueS Should Carolyn McCall, CEO of taking more control overInhow DameCost sterling fares in the markets. So what iSSueS Should Dame we be thinking about? easyJet, hasCarolyn warnedMcCall, that theCEO of sterling fares in the markets. 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