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Dear Reader, Don’t you just love May? It’s the month that blesses us with not just one Bank Holiday – it gives us two! So now it is to decide what we will be doing on our extended weekends! Will it be a day out, a day in or will we be attempting a spot of DIY? Once again it is all down to the weather and if April was anything to go by we could have rain, sleet, hailstones, snow and maybe the odd bit of sunshine! May is also that time of the year when we start tot hear the sound of lawn mowers and strimmers buzzing away, as we attempt to tackle the garden that so far this year has been too sodden to even cut the grass. I’m really hoping for BBQ and gardening weather but if not, it will be the ideal time to get those jobs done around the house that I’ve been putting off for ages. Whatever you are planning to do on the two Bank Holidays this month, enjoy it because apart from the one in August, the next extra day off is Boxing Day! Enjoy reading your May issue and see you next month! Best wishes, Vicky Muller
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10 Tips for a Happy Home Our home life affects pretty much every aspect of our lives and has a huge bearing on the level of enjoyment we experience in our activities on the outside. We lead busy lives these days with members of the family scattering in all directions, coming together for snatches of time. Stress levels can sometimes rocket right off the scale, leading to tension and aggravation. Times are tough and now almost more than ever in our recent history we need to have a safe haven where we can relax and feel comfortable, loving and loved. Like so many recipes the simplest are often the best and most effective. Creating a warm, loving, pleasant and comfortable home life isn’t rocket science. It really boils down to putting our family first – their feelings and how our actions can have a positive effect, or one of destructiveness. Try these tips and watch the reaction of those in your home, don’t tell just do. 1. Create something to look forward to both as individuals and collectively, get into the habit of having goals that you and your family can enjoy together. It is said that apparently people who play together seem to stay together. 2. Eat together once a day, around a table if possible, or at least make designated family meal days and absolutely at least one meal at weekends when all are there. 3. Listen – less telling and more listening.
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Golden Years
Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning
It sometimes seems that the world is being engulfed by an unstoppable tsunami of terrorism. The Islamic world in particular is in flames from Nigeria to the Hindu Kush; the seas and beaches of the Mediterranean are awash with a flotsam and jetsam of drowned refugees; and as nobody can agree either on the cause or the solution there seems no end in sight. The present horrors are on such a vast scale because the political upheavals that caused them were themselves so vast. But if you look back 50 years you might perhaps conclude that little has changed: in 1966 the Vietnam War was intensifying; the Biafran War was erupting; India and Pakistan were also at war; as many as 70,000 Egyptian troops, as well as Saudi and Jordanian forces, were bogged down in the eightyear Yemeni Civil War. Nowhere, it seemed, was immune – not even Britain, where on 7th May 1966 the petrol-bombing of a Belfast pub started a fire that burned for 28 years. The conventional narrative of the Troubles is that the flashpoint came in August 1969 with the Battle of the Bogside, three days of nationalist riots in support of Northern Ireland’s hitherto-peaceful Civil Rights movement. The riots followed a bloodless bombing campaign against water, telephone, and
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electricity installations which was blamed on the IRA and which forced the resignation of the province’s moderate prime minister, Terence O’Neill. But in reality, the violence had started three years earlier, and the IRA – which at the time was virtually defunct – had nothing to do with it. The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association had been formed in 1964 to campaign against discrimination against the province’s Roman Catholics in jobs, housing, education, public spending, and political representation, and O’Neill was well-disposed to negotiations. Alarmed, the Protestant community reacted. Ian Paisley founded the Ulster Constitutional Defence Committee and its paramilitary wing, the Ulster Protestant Volunteers, and an ex-military policeman named Gusty Spence founded the Ulster Volunteer Force. It was Spence’s UVF that drew the first blood. On 8th March 1966, the IRA summoned up the energy – and the dynamite – to blow up a statue of Nelson in Dublin (pictured above). Spence’s UVF retaliated two months later, petrol-bombing a Catholic-owned bar in the largely Protestant Shankill Road. The only casualty was the bar’s neighbour, 77-yearold Protestant widow Matilda Gould, who died of her injuries in hospital six weeks later. And with that horrible irony, the Troubles had begun. In the years that followed some 3,600 were murdered – nobody knows for certain how many. Maybe 800 of them were security personnel, and many of the civilian dead were terrorists
themselves – again, nobody knows for certain how many. Most, though, were blameless pubgoers and passers-by, bombed or shot at random, or chosen for torture and death as suspected informants. But how did it all come to an end? Who won and who lost? Well, democracy won, as it always does. The nationalists secured some concessions, but as long as Northern Ireland remains firmly attached to the UK they can hardly claim victory. The Troubles fizzled out because the insurgents ran out of energy and the democratic politicians kept their nerve. They were tough, uncompromising, and determined. But they made it clear that while the terrorists weren’t going to win anything, there’d always be a place at the table for them – as in Israel, Kenya, and Cyprus – if they renounced violence. In the end, and after serving 18 years for murder, even Gusty Spence, the man who started it all, saw sense and became a democratic politician. Could the same process bring peace to the Middle East? Could Al-Baghdadi one day take his seat as a Syrian MP? Remember Menachem Begin; remember Jomo Kenyatta; remember Archbishop Makarios. Perhaps we should send Gerry Adams and Martin McGuinness to Razza to talk some sense into him!
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Tewkesbury Talk “Snow in April is abominable," said Anne. "Like a slap in the face when you expected a kiss.” - L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Ingleside I thought this quote quite apt for the month we have just had. Warm and sunny with a blast of cold, wet and windy and then snow! Let us hope May is going to be a little calmer, as it is packed with events and things to do. As I write this we have not yet had the Vintage Fair, at the Watson Hall which this year is helping to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday on 21st April. On her birthday, the Queen, and The Duke of Edinburgh, will go on a “walkabout” of Windsor. In the evening she will light the first of 900 beacons worldwide to commemorate her birthday. Unfortunately, Tewkesbury’s beacon can no longer be lit as it has literally rotted away through years of exposure to floods and the elements. Wouldn’t it be lovely if this could be replaced again for events such as this? Easter was early this year, giving seasoned fundraisers for Acorns Hospice, Mr and Mrs Haycock from Twyning, a bit of a headache in getting the cream egg filled knitted animals out for sale in time. However, with new outlets on board, they managed to raise a fabulous £2,030.65 for the charity which provides much needed care for life limited children and their families. The star sellers were new recruits Chamberlains (Stationers) Ltd who raised a fabulous £491.99. We raised £101 in Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts so we need to pull our socks up next year! Mrs Haycock asked that we passed on her thanks to everyone involved – Page 14
buyers, knitters and selling outlets. As you know, Mike and I do like to take a wander around town from time to time, and we have been fascinated by the imaginative window displays at O’Brien, Wrench & Lowcock Opticians in Barton Street. We took a snap of a couple – the mops are a brilliant idea and I would recommend you all take a look when you are down that way – and why not pop into Tilly’s Tea Room or The Jelly Roll Café. Both are friendly and welcoming with great food to eat in or take away.
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way, as well as several groups of ducks O'Brien Lowcock & Wrench window (I thought hot air balloons (Michael Protheroe) Mike’s picture of the Barge was more interesting than the several he took O'Brien Lowcock & Wrench window of ducks!). Easter Rabbits (Michael Protheroe) On our We also took a stroll along the walk it river one evening to have a lovely struck meal at The Boat House. We saw me how this fabulous barge decorated much the with beautiful flowers along the river has
Narrow boat on Back of Avon (Michael Protheroe)
Arthur Payne collecing Reeds from The Mill Avon (courtesy of Jean Mansfield)
Arthur Payne and Sheila Wynter collecting reeds in the river Severn (courtesy of Jean Mansfield)
changed over recent years. Jean Mansfield has kindly let me use these pictures of her late father, Arthur Payne, a basket maker, collecting reeds from the river, a lovely reminder of a dying art. Another dying art is working with willow, and there is a
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Garden Willow Workshop at the Heritage Centre in Church Street, on 28th May where you can learn how to make a Garden Wigwam plant support. The cost is £35, all materials and refreshments are provided but spaces are very limited so do telephone to book your place on 01684 855040. To learn more about the history of our town, and as part of Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend, Tewkesbury Historical Society is hosting a free History-hunt to find the hidden local history treasures in the town on Saturday 7th May. It will be suitable for children and adults. You simply need to form a team and collect a clue sheet from the Library Lobby between 1.30pm and 2.15pm. There will be a choice of two clue sheets to use, a more family-/child-oriented one and one more tailored to those knowledgeable about Tewkesbury’s history. Just follow the trail on foot solving history clues along the way whilst learning about the town. The route is all outdoors, along paved paths in the town centre; there are no stairs. On completion of the trail a tour of one of Tewkesbury’s historic gems will be available, along with light refreshments. There will be awards for all participating children. If only we weren’t working,...I would love to do this!
on their web page, and include boat races, a river and walking parade, psychic fair, and the dog show at the Vineyards. The following week sees the Antique Road Show team come to the Abbey. Everyone needs to keep their fingers crossed for fine weather on 12th May, when the Abbey and its grounds will be hosting the show which will be screened later in the year. The following Sunday 15th May, the Tewkesbury Half Marathon, sponsored by local company MOOG is being held with the race HQ at Tewkesbury Rugby Club in Gander Lane. The race starts in Lincoln Green Lane at 10.00am and it would be great to get people out to support the competitors, many of whom will be raising funds for The Roses Theatre. For those who are looking for some evening entertainment the Manor Players, an amateur dramatic society based in Tewkesbury, are presenting Annie by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd, book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse and Lyrics by Martin Charnin. The production is being staged at the George Watson Memorial Hall on 12th – 14th May, 7.30 pm start, with a matinee on Saturday 14th at 2.00pm. Tickets cost £10 and are
available from The Orange Pig. Old Chapel Court Concerts have two performances in May, on 13th at 8.00pm and 28th at 3.00pm at The Old Baptist Chapel Church Street. For more information call 01684 850112. For those of you who like a little retail therapy, there is the Boys Brigade Tabletop Sale on Monday 2nd May from 12.30 to 4.30pm at the Boys Brigade Community Centre, Newtown – to raise funds in their anniversary year. In addition the regular Car Boot Sales have started at Tewkesbury School 9.30 am - midday in the main car park. They are held every fortnight and are on the following Sundays – 1st, 15th and 29th May; 12th and 26th June; 10th and 24th July; 7th August. Finally, The Tewkesbury Abbey Fete is being held on 30th May in the Abbey Grounds. Now that is a busy month, let’s hope that we get lots of lovely sunshine like in this recent picture of the town by Jack Boskett (Jack Boskett Photography). Remember if you have anything you would like me to include I can be found daily at Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts, 135 High Street. - by Louise Jones
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Choirs are fun. Let the fun continue! There are many long established choirs active in the Cotswolds; there’s just something magical about the area that inspires people to band together and make music. The successful Gareth Malone BBC TV series and Claire Carter’s regular choir interviews on BBC Radio Gloucestershire have shown the many benefits of singing in a choir and many more choirs have been formed with the aim of having, and bringing, fun. Choirs are in the ascendance and this increase in choirs has raised the need to recruit and retain members, and also to find concerts and audiences. This article looks primarily at the recruiting pressures on Male Voice Choirs, but these pressures are applicable to varying degrees to all choirs; nationwide. I have been a member of the Cotswold Male Voice Choir (CMVC) for over 10 years and I am currently serving on the committee. The CMVC have been in existence for over 65 years and it is our intention to keep going for many, many more years. Male Voice Choirs were in a golden age when men, working in male dominated workplaces, had the spare time and lack of other distractions to come together once or twice a week and organise themselves to make music; largely for the amusement of themselves and their communities. This golden age has passed. Many working men do not, quite rightly, work in male dominated organisations, and workplaces themselves have changed. The set one hour lunch break no longer exists, the 9 to 5 timetable Page 18
no longer exists, people no longer live next door to their factory or mine, and commuting takes up time and energy. In our homes we (men) The Cotswold Male Voice Choir at Cheltenham Town nowadays take our Hall (Picture by Jon Worrall Photography) share of childcare • A big smile on your face and household duties, and have when you’ve just learned a many more distractions with TV, new, fantastic, piece of music. purchased music and the internet. • An even bigger smile on your Despite all these pressures a few face – when all your hard Male Voice Choirs have persisted work results in rapturous but they’re slowly diminishing in applause from an appreciative numbers because they’re finding audience. it difficult to attract new members. Male Voice Choirs are aware that • Make some new life-long friends, sing in some our future lies in our own hands. inspiring venues, raise spirits To quote a well-known MVC and help raise money for piece, “You who have dreams, local charities. if you act they will come true.” On behalf of all the choirs in the Cotswolds, I ask all local magazine readers to consider the benefits of being in a choir. I especially ask the men of the Cotswolds to consider the benefits of being in a Male Voice Choir; there are many: • A good work-out for the brain; ✓ Improved concentration and focus: singing your part next to someone else singing a different part. ✓ Improved memory: we learn all of our songs and use no sheets during a performance. It can be done! ✓ Improved long-term planning: work to a schedule for learning and concerts. • Improved health – breath control for singing really does bring health benefits, we still have an original member from 1949.
For the CMVC, we rehearse for 2 hours each week, and recommend about as much time again learning the words and the music. We (CMVC) support you in your learning with .mp3 files of each part and provision of music and/or printed words. So the learning time fits in with your home life, your work pattern, and your other activities. We support you in developing your singing; we don’t expect new members to be great singers; we’ll help you to be great. See www. cotswoldmvc.org for details. All choirs have an open door policy – just pop along to a rehearsal and have a no obligation listen. It’s all there waiting for you. The CMVC and all local choirs thank the magazine readers for their continuing support for local music. - Richard Gaul, CMVC Member
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The show will appeal to those who enjoy toe tapping music from the Show in aid of Armed Forces great bandleaders such Day and the Poppy Appeal as Glen Miller and the King of Swing, Benny Goodman. CB, Chartered Accountants For more energetic members of the is bringing the spirit and audience, there will be plenty of camaraderie of the war years opportunities for jive dancing. The to Tewkesbury by sponsoring finale when audience participation a nostalgic charity show at the is encouraged is a traditional war town’s music hall. time sing-along with plenty of flag The charity show ‘We Salute waving in the aisles. You’ is being organised by the Organiser, Peter Godwin of Tewkesbury Branch of the British Tewkesbury British Legion Club Legion and takes place during the says “This is our annual fundraising Armed Forces weekend to raise funds for the Poppy Appeal, and to event. It should be a really good commemorate the centenary of The evening and brings us closer to this year’s fundraising target Battle of the Somme. towards the Poppy Appeal. We The show will take place on Sunday are very grateful to CB, Chartered 26th June and will feature nostalgic Accountants for their support music performed by the Crescendo towards our appeal.” Big Band. The 18 strong band and John Painter, Managing Partner at accompanying guest singers will be CB, Chartered Accountants said, presenting a medley of 1940’s tunes "We are delighted to support The popular during the swing era and Royal British Legion on this wonderful from the heyday of the big bands commemorative event and to around the time of World War II.
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The Grass Can Be Greener by Pippa Greenwood
Your garden should now be starting to look lush and green, with beds and borders beginning to come into their own. But if your lawn spoils it all, or you want to install one, now is the perfect time to get started. PreParing the site Remove all weeds, large stones, debris and any old grass, then dig or fork over thoroughly to remove all taproots of weeds. Kill off an old lawn or a weed infested site with weedkiller based on glyphosate, then strip it off or dig it in once it all dies off. Incorporate organic matter to improve moisture retention on sandy soils; on heavy soils dig in grit and organic matter for drainage. Next, firm the whole area by treading it over evenly in flat-soled boots, then rake thoroughly and remove stones or other debris from the surface, treading gently down again if necessary. Buying turf Buy turf from a reputable supplier which is suitable for your requirements – some, especially those including lots of dwarf ryegrass, are much tougher, while some contain a seed mixture for use in shade. Page 24
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Alzheimer’s: How Can We Fight Back?
Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia in the UK, affecting over 500,000 people - and public awareness is higher than ever, thanks partly to Terry Pratchett’s well-publicised diagnosis and death. But as we welcome Dementia Awareness Week (May 15th-21st), are we any closer to understanding Alzheimer’s causes - and preventing or curing it? What Causes Alzheimer’s? In Alzheimer’s patients, betaamyloid protein builds up to form ‘plaques’ or ‘tangles’ in the brain, preventing nerve cell connections and eventually causing loss of brain tissue. There is also a neurotransmitter shortage. These problems produce dementia symptoms such as memory loss, behaviour changes and a decreased ability to process information and stimuli, which increase in number and severity over time. Can We Prevent Alzheimer’s? Some risk factors for Alzheimer’s are unavoidable. Alzheimer’s is more common if: • You’re over 65 (occurrence rapidly increases over 85). • There is a family history of Alzheimer’s or you carry the apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene or MTHFD1L gene.
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Other genes are specifically responsible for rare, earlyonset Alzheimer’s (although this is not solely hereditary). • You have Down’s syndrome, which can cause amyloid plaque build-up in the brain. • You’re a woman – even accounting for your longer lifespan, although it’s not clear why. Avoidable risk factors: • Excessive alcohol intake. • Heart disease risk factors such as smoking (including passive smoking), lack of exercise, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and being overweight. • A lack of mental activity - so keep your mind active by reading, playing strategic games (e.g. chess) or completing word puzzles. Diabetes, depression and head injury also increase the risk of Alzheimer’s. While not necessarily ‘avoidable’, you can lower your chance of developing depression and diabetes through lifestyle choices, seek treatment for depression, and wear a helmet when biking or engaging in hazardous pursuits to reduce risk of head injury. Although more research is required, recent studies suggest risk can also be reduced by: • Sleeping on your side rather than your back or stomach, allowing the brain to remove waste products more efficiently. • Getting enough sleep. • Reducing your stress. • Staying sociable and avoiding loneliness. • Following the MIND diet: plenty of vegetables (in particular, green leafy ones), along with nuts, berries,
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Home & Interiors Spruce Up Your Home Office
Dodgy desk, awkward chair or overflowing shelves? It’s time to give your home office a facelift, says Katherine Sorrell Whether your working space is a corner of the kitchen used for catching up with email, or a high-spec office with everything necessary for fulltime self-employment, it needs to work for you. A few small improvements can make your workspace more comfortable, functional and attractive.
could consider adding a small worktop to one side of your existing desk, or improve your organisation with a new desk that incorporates drawers, cubby holes, shelves or whatever other type of storage you need. If you can, use nearby walls to lift as much as possible off the surface of your desk by introducing wall-mounted storage such as shelves, pin boards, peg boards or hanging racks. Anything that stacks is useful, too. Before you know it, you’ll be able to see your laptop again.
Start with a clear out and a tidy up: go through your old paperwork, stationery, books etc. and give it away, recycle it, file it well out of the way or bin it, as appropriate, and you’re bound to create extra space. Then, sort out messy cabling with extension leads, cable clips or by adding an extra double plug socket.
A lack of storage probably goes for home offices more than any other space in the house. You may be happy with buying a conventional filing cabinet and/or bookcase, but don’t be afraid to look beyond the usual office suppliers: vintage and industrial pieces can add an element of unexpected style to brighten up your work time. Add boxes, baskets, trolleys, racks and desktop accessories in colours and textures that suit your space and personal style.
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a facelift with the paintbrush? Neutrals are undeniably good for concentration, but go for bold colours if they make you happy. Blackboard paint comes in a range of colours and is a great option for sections of walls, desk tops or cupboard fronts where you might want to chalk up some notes. And, how about adding pretty curtains or blinds, an eye-catching rug, a display of collectibles or a dramatic painting or framed photograph? A comfortable chair is a must and an adjustable office chair on castors is best. If yours is dull or ugly, either re-upholster it, make a loose cover or, at worst, hang a length of fabric over the back and add an attractive cushion. Another essential is a good desk light – choose one that is bright, adjustable and that you love the look of. There’s an enormous choice, at prices to suit every budget. For the final details, add accessories to brighten up your life, from a good-looking waste bin to a house plant, some colourful wall art or a scented candle. Let’s face it, the more you enjoy being at work, the more productive you’ll be. Image - A good desk is essential. The new Phineas desk is made from oak and has two cubby holes, drawers, and a cut-out for cables. It costs £545 from Loaf, tel 0845 468 0698; www.loaf.com
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John Badham remembers Bertram Arthur "Jimmy" James, MC, RAF As my year as Town Mayor comes to an end, I have reflected quite a lot on the experiences I have had and the amazing people I have met. There are lots of extraordinary people who usually, in my experience, hide their lights firmly under the bushel. Certainly I have been privileged to meet many in Tewkesbury. However, I thought this might be an opportunity to tell the story of one very special person I met in a former life- this person was one of the most impressive lovable men I have ever known. At the time I was the Headmaster of a boarding prep school. After supper once a week we brought in speakers from the local area to broaden the children's general knowledge and hopefully to entertain them. A local chap, Squadron Leader Bertram 'Jimmy' James M.C. volunteered to come in. This very modest unassuming elderly man who turned up with his formidable Irish wife Madge, clutched under his arm some drawings. On first impression, one was most struck by his apparent ordinariness. Many of you may know his story, he was one of the seventy-seven men
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who escaped from Stalag Luft III PoW camp in Silesia in 1944, in his case one of thirteen escapes he was involved in. Fifty of them were later shot by the Gestapo. Jimmy survived and the drawings he clutched were his own impressions of the escape tunnels. He was the 'tunnel' King a role taken in the famous film by Charles Bronson. He was not a great communicator and he often lost the thread and lacked the visual aids most speakers possessed. Yet the children were mesmerised by his story and by him. Those as young as nine didn't necessarily understand the details of his narrative, but they intuitively understood that this modest gentle man possessed something beguiling - a simple decency and courage that made him unique. What he gave them was a lesson in what it means to be a good man - perhaps the most important educative experience of all.
life-long depression as a a result of his experiences but he found some peace in a deeply held Christian conviction.
I grew to love him and I believe that for a number of years until his death in 2008 I could count him as my friend. I have never forgotten this He was without bitterness - indeed wonderful man, many of us have he retained an affection and respect been privileged to meet such people for the German people, despite and I have been in particular in this being tortured in Sachsenhausen year as Town Mayor. Concentration Camp and the death of so many close friends including his - by John Badham beloved Roger Bushell. He suffered
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Thai Beef Salad Serves 4
Ready in 50 minutes, plus marinating time This colourful and fragrant main-meal salad is great for easy entertaining. Choose thick pieces of steak and take care not to overcook them or they will become tough and chewy.
Ingredients: • • • • • • • • • • •
2 x 175g sirloin steaks 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp light soy sauce 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 6 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced 8 radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced 100g fresh bean sprouts 1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced 4 firm plum tomatoes, quartered 200g mixed salad leaves
FOR THE DRESSING • • • • •
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juice of 2 limes 2 tbsp Thai fish sauce 2 tsp brown sugar 1 tbsp fresh chopped coriander 1 tsp finely chopped lemon grass
Place the steak in a shallow dish. Mix together the lime juice, soy sauce, garlic and chilli flakes. Season with freshly ground black pepper and cover and leave to marinate for 1 hour. Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle until very hot. Add the steak and cook for 4-6 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan, cover with foil and leave to rest for 15 minutes. Toss together the spring onions, radishes, bean sprouts, cucumber, tomatoes and salad leaves. Mix together all the dressing ingredients, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Slice the warm steak thinly across the grain. Toss gently into the salad with the dressing. Pile into a large shallow serving dish and serve immediately, or leave to cool and serve chilled.
TIP Lemon grass stalks are sold in small packs
by the fresh herbs in the supermarket. You only need a small amount to give an extra zesty fragrance to the dressing but the stalks will keep for 1-2 weeks in the fridge. Try adding chopped to curries, fruit salads or infuse in hot water for a refreshing alternative to tea.
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What's On in May Cheltenham Jazz Festival Ongoing until Monday 2nd May, Various times and venues
The popular Jazz Festival is bringing us an exiting mix of local talents and international stars such as Grammy-nominated US trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah or Jamie Cullum. For more information and tickets visit: www.cheltenhamfestivals.com Mira Showers Triathlon Sunday 1st May, 7.00am 11.00am, Sandford Parks Lido, Cheltenham An early season triathlon for teams of three in aid of Sandford Lido Limited. The event is similar to the Cheltenham Triathlon but incorporates a shorter swim, different cycle route and a slightly different run route. All three team members complete the swim, cycle and run individually and the combined time produces the team winners. For more information visit: www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk Victorian May Day Sunday 2nd May, from 10.00am, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD
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for all the family: Morris Dancers, Maypole dancing, Punch and Judy shows, traditional side stalls, games and much more. The event is included with general admission. Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts Tues 3rd - Sun 15th May, Various times and venues Two weeks of dance, music and drama performances by children and adults from Gloucestershire and all over the UK. For more information please visit: www.cfpa.org.uk Cheltenham Poetry Festival Friday 6th May - Sunday 15th May, Various venues in Cheltenham A fantastic mix of music, poetry, comedy, stand-up, film, slams and workshops – a must for all poetry lovers! For more information please call 01242 518905 or visit www.cheltenhampoetryfest.co.uk. Cleeve Chorale Spring Concert Saturday 7th May, 7.30pm, St. Michael's Church, Bishops Cleeve The Choir will be performing a varied programme including Vivaldi's Gloria and Bob Chilcott's "Songs and Cries of London Town". Tickets £10 each (accompanied children free). Tickets for sale at George Lewis Footwear and Woodmancote News. The Choir will also be holding a Summer Concert at Bishop's Cleeve Academy on Saturday 2nd July. Tewkesbury`s Big Weekend Saturday 7th May and Sunday 8th May Enjoy a wide range of attractions including bell boat racing, street entertainers, childrens fairground rides, raffles and tombolas! Everyone Welcome! Tewkesbury Bowling Club Open Day Sunday 8th May, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PG After major works during the winter to improve our clubhouse
we would like to invite you to try your hand at Lawn Green Bowling. Why not come along and experience the friendly atmosphere of our club and see how enjoyable bowls can be? From 10.30am until 4.00pm with lots of support and help to get you started and we also provide ongoing coaching. All you need is a flattish pair of shoes. New to lawn green bowling? Membership is free for 2016! Phoenix Realm Psychic Day Sunday 8th May, 10am - 4pm, Tewkesbury Town Hall
Spiritual readers, Angel and Tarot readers, Aura Photography and many stalls with all things magical and fitting with a Psychic Fayre. Free entry. Craft Fair Wednesday 11th May, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Tewkesbury Town Hall, High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL
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
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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 Cleeve Concerts Sundays, 13th May - 29th May Performances start at 7.45pm, The Tithe Barn, Bishop's Cleeve, Cheltenham Road, GL52 8LU 13th May: Andy Fairweather Low, £23. 22nd May: Kieran Goss, £16. 29th May: Pete Brown's Newgrass Cutters, £15. 5th June: Peter Howarth, £16. Sunday 19th June: Lil'Jimmy Red, £16. Tickets available from 0333 666 3366 (calls charged at national rate) or www.ticketsource. co.uk. For more information, visit: www.cleeveconcerts.com Kingdom Interiors Showroom Open Day Saturday 14th May, 10am - 4pm The Long Barn, Mitre Farm, Corse Lawn, GLoucester, GL19 4NG Please come and join us at our fabulous showroom - we have a huge range of fabric and wallpaper collections, the widest selection in the area! Talk from renowned fabric and wallpaper designers Sanderson at 11am. On sale on the day: Fabric remnants and ex-display curtains, roman blinds, cards, gifts, interior accessories and paintings by local artists and artisan gifts. If you can't come along, do take a look at the Kingdom Interior's website which has the largest on-line range of designer fabrics and wallpapers in the UK...and all on your doorstep! www.kingdominteriors.co.uk Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Events Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Saturday 14th May: Murder Mystery Evening. Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd May: Steam and
Real Ale Weekend. Saturday 28th to Bank Holiday Monday 30th May: Cotswold Festival of Steam Gala. 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. Cheltenham Wine Festival Saturday 14th May, 12pm - 7pm Cheltenham Town Football Club, Whaddon Road, GL52 5NA Calling all wine lovers! Explore, taste and discover over 250 delicious wines at the Grand Wine Tasting in Cheltenham. Enjoy tasting your favourites and have some fun discover some new ones! For more information call 07706 712640. Tewkesbury Half Marathon Sunday 15th May, 10am, Meet at Tewkesbury Rugby Club, The Moats, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PG
Age range for the Half Marathon is 17+. For more information visit: www.tewkesburyhalf.com
The 7th annual walking festival based in Winchcombe, a “Walkers are Welcome’ town and the start of a Julia Bradbury’s ‘Best Walks with a View’ television series, hosts three days of interesting walks. People can sample sections of the many long distance paths in the Cotswolds, have a pub lunch, improve their photographic techniques and find out more about the history in the landscape. Last year saw a record breaking 480 walkers cover a staggering total of 3,224 miles. The walking festival is attracting international visitors with bookings from Australia and the United States. To book your walk visit www. winchcombewelcomeswalkers.com/ festival Winchcombe Festival of Music and Arts Mon 23rd May - Mon 30th May The festival that celebrates the best local bands, groups, artists, poets and writers is back for another brilliant week. There will be talks, poetry, workshops, visual art, a street fair, and an art trail all to make your week one to remember. General enquiries can be emailed to enquiries.wfma@ gmail.com La Vie en Bleu incorporating La Vita Rosso Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th May, 10.00am - 5.00pm, Gotherington, Cheltenham, GL52 9RD
Annual Meeting on the Town Council (Mayor Making) Monday 16th May Adjourned meeting of the Town Council Wednesday 18th May Winchcombe Cotswolds Walking Festival Friday 20th May - Sunday 22nd May, Winchcombe
A celebration of French and Italian cars/everything Italian. Cars, trade stalls, live music and entertainment. Advance tickets: £15 per person, or £20 on the gate. For more information and tickets please visit: www.prescott-hillclimb.com
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May Highlights At The Roses
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...events cont'd Family Fun Day Sunday 29th May, from 10.00am, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD A fun day out for the whole family with giant outdoor games, arts and crafts, a selection of inflatables, costumed characters, donkey rides, animal encounters, a history and time-travel show, Punch and Judy Shows, live music and much more. The event is included with general admission.
to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer Co-ordinator, on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons. org.uk if you are interested in coming along. See more at www. parkinsons.org.uk/local-supportgroups/regions/south-west-england/ tewkesbury-support-group
MARKETS High Street Food and Arts Market Saturday 28th May, Tewkesbury High Street The High Street will turn into a food
LOCAL CLUBS & CLASSES Tewkesbury Parkinson’s Group First Wednesday of the month, 10.45am - 12.15pm, The Boys' Brigade Community Centre Canterbury Leys, Newtown Tewkesbury, GL20 8BP We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome
and craft street market. The High Street will be closed to cars for the day and instead Tewkesbury will be filled with stalls selling fine foods, arts and crafts, including local beers and ciders, award winning cheeses, plants and herbs
plus much much more! For general enquiries call 01684 855040. Tewkesbury General Retail Market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9.00am - 3.30pm, Spring Gardens Car Park, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5DN Popular town centre retail market with a range of stalls. For more information please contact: Dave Joynes, Grenchurch Markets Ltd on 01386 840138. Tewkesbury Farmers & Craft Market Every 2nd Saturday of the 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. CotswoldMarkets@gmail.com
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Church Street Practice
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Badham Pharmacy
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