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Welcome to the October issue of the Tewkesbury Magazine. As you can see it is packed full with local events happening in and around the area, which is great as we have another half term holiday to look forward to at the end of the month. Halloween is also just around the corner, a time of great excitement for children and adults alike. If you don’t fancy taking your children out to “trick or treat”, I recommend taking them to Sudeley Castle for Halloweek! instead. It will be a great week of spooky goings-on and scary tales starting on Monday 24th October. Make sure you don’t miss the Spooky Spectacular on the Sunday! Croome Park will also be hosting Halloweenthemed events. There will be trails, Halloween activity days, face painting and more between Thursday 20th and Sunday 30th October. For more information please see our "What's On" section towards the back of this magazine. If you would like to add an upcoming event to our “What’s on” section, please email us at office@glosdirectories.co.uk or like our Tewkesbury Magazine Facebook page and we will be happy to share the event for you. On a different note, we would like to say massive congratulations to the Great Britain Paralympics team. Not only did they beat the amount of Gold Medals won in London, they also broke a vast amount of world records! It was an excellent display, the whole family really enjoyed watching it. Lastly, don't forget that the clocks go back an hour at 2.00am on Sunday 30th October! Best wishes, Vicky Muller

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Ten Tips for Handling Stress Stress of course can be good for us as it can raise us to new levels of performance but it can, when not controlled, also be an extremely serious illness that may require expert medical treatment which I am most certainly not qualified to discuss. Apparently the three biggest causes of stress at work requiring medical treatment are as follows: Firstly, the mismanagement of time, people not being trained how to manage their time and therefore not being on top of their job. The inability to prioritise, people taking bulging briefcases home which remain unopened leaves them feeling guilty the next day. As we all know nobody can manage time, there are only 60 minutes in an hour and 24 hours in a day. We need to learn how to better manage ourselves in that given time. Secondly, people given a new job and then not being trained how to do it is a massive cause of stress. Thirdly, this is rare in the private sector but common in the public sector and is best described as sheer work overload, with only a once a year appraisal. Prevention of mismanaged stress is obviously worthwhile, so here are the tips: 1. At the end of a day write down the to do list for tomorrow. 2. Now number that list in order of importance, in other words the most important job becomes number one. 3. The following day when you decide to start work begin at number one and keep at it until it has been accomplished and then to number two and so on. If you use that system, there is no known other way of getting more done in a day.

4. Every day give your body a little exercise, walking being one of the best. The exercise gets the oxygen circulating and also gives you thinking time. 5. Give some time to yourself and not feel guilty. Take care of your appearance, hair, clothes, make-up, etc. 6. Always make sure you have something to look forward to. This helps to keep the balance of life right. It might be as simple as meeting a friend or something to watch on TV. 7. Turn off your mobile at designated times. You will survive and so will the world. 8. The old saying, ‘If you want something done do it yourself’, is rubbish and will eventually get you into hospital. Learn to delegate, the true saying is, ‘If you want something done, ask a busy person’. 9. Don’t work long hours, they are for emergency or for the exception, not the routine. 10. Don’t procrastinate, if you were going on holiday tomorrow - what would you be doing today? Yes, you can do that every day.

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Tewkesbury Talk Listen! The wind is rising, and the air is wild with leaves, We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves! ~ Humbert Wolfe ~ October is upon us and the children have already forgotten about their long summer break and are looking forward to half term at the end of the month. Warm and sunny days are few and far between and we are turning our minds to all things autumn and winter. The town has also changed its appearance with the magnificent colourful banners having been removed and carefully stored away for another year – all 149 of them.

Earlier in September after an early morning trip to our warehouse, we were pleased to be back in time to see the Civic Parade held on Sunday September 18th. The parade is held every year, and was led by Tewkesbury Town Band with groups such as the Boys Brigade and the British Legion marching along with the Town Councillors in their ceremonial robes. The route took them through the town to the Abbey. It is lovely that occasions like this draw people out to watch. I know the tourists who were in the shop found it very entertaining. As you can see, I sent Mike out to get a few pictures for me.

The flower displays, created and maintained by Tewkesbury in Bloom, won another Gold Award this year at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards. TIB's Chairman, John Badham, says “This is the seventh time on the trot that we have secured this making this the best run of success in the twenty-five-year history of this organisation. In addition, Brian Reeve, one of our founding members and a person still hugely involved in the organisation was given the special award of 'Exceptional Service'. He was the only person Civic Parade - Pictures by Michael Protheroe this year to receive such an We were also pleased to be accolade.” The summer displays invited to a glass art exhibition at are now coming to an end, but The Paint Pot in town, now sadly TIB is undertaking an autumn/ closed, featuring the work of the winter planting in the town centre very talented Lezli Lawrence – to brighten up the colder months we couldn’t resist buying a couple for both residents and visitors. of pieces of glassware! I would Anyone interested in sponsoring like to wish all the team at the a barrel or coronet should email Paint Pot every success at their tewksinbloom@gmail.com. new venture in Gloucester. Lezli Page 8

Artwork in Hughes Alley by Lezli Lawrence has kindly donated all profits from the exhibition to the Alley Cats project. In addition, the Paint Pot has already installed one piece of original artwork on the wall of Hughes Alley. Alley Cats will be holding an exhibition of Alley photographs shortly, and the alley audits are well underway. If anyone is interested in taking part do please see the Facebook page or call in to see us at the shop, we can put you in touch with the organisers. I found it fascinating to watch the Paralympic Games and hear the stories behind some of the achievements. The medal haul for team GB amazed everyone. We should be very proud of Tewkesbury resident and Paralympian Melissa Nicholls a British wheelchair athlete specialising in middle distance events in the T34 classification - who reached the final of the 800 metres in Rio. Another Tewkesbury connection was Silver Medallist Jackie Gay who competed in the 2-person keelboat (SKUD18) with her husband, John McRoberts. Whilst they now compete for Canada, Jackie, who was born in

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Birmingham, was a member of the Tewkesbury Cruising and Sailing Club as a teenager. The Club held their 93rd annual regatta at the beginning of September and our Town Mayor, Karen Brennan, was on hand to present the prizes. If the Paralympics have made you feel a little competitive don’t forget the 2nd Tewkesbury Pink Fun Run being held on 2nd October. The route starts at the Wheatpieces Community Centre and goes through the estate and fields. It is a 6k course to be run in two laps, which allows for newcomers to complete a 3k run if 6k is too much. The course is mainly flat and ideal for first timers. The event is open to anyone over the age of 11 and is sponsored by the Bookworm shop in Tewkesbury.

can convey many feelings, it can make you smile, cry or even give comfort at difficult times. Perhaps it is no coincidence that the following day October 7th, is World Smile Day, a concept initiated by Harvey Ball, a commercial artist from Worcester, Massachusetts who created the Smiley Face in 1963. The World's first World Smile Day was held in 1999 and has been held annually since. The end of the month sees Halloween and all manner of spooky goings-on. I love getting a pumpkin and carving out a monstrous face, then leaving it burning outside to ward off evil spirits. Children love trick or treating and a lot of fun can be had as long as it is done responsibly.

Looking forward we start to see more and more events in the lead up to Christmas (there I mentioned it!). In addition to the usual Saturday and Wednesday Markets, October sees two specialist market events, the Farmers and Craft Market at the Abbey Lawns Car Park (Gander Lane) on Saturday 8th and the High Street Food and Arts Market on Saturday 22nd which will be held in the High Street.

After Halloween we can look forward to Bonfire Night. The Rotary Club Bonfire and Fireworks display will be held on Saturday 5th November with the fire being lit at 6pm. The Town and Borough Mayors will be in attendance and there will be a funfair and hot food available too. Admission is free but the Rotary Club do rely on a bucket collection to help offset the costs and raise money for their charities.

The Tewkesbury Fair Society is holding a Showman's social night on Thursday 6th October at the Royal British Legion, 7.30pm with a photo show and grand raffle. The following night sees the opening of the annual Mop Fair which this year is on 7th and 8th October – with hot dogs, candy floss and lots of lights and noise

Before I go, I must also mention the Christmas Lights SwitchOn which this year will be on Sunday 20th November. There is a Facebook page giving all the details so do go and give them a like to keep up with the latest news. You may remember that last year there were a few problems with some of the strings of lights not working efficiently, so this year the fundraising efforts have been increased again to help with the additional costs of repairs and upgrades of many of the electrical fittings to try to eliminate these problems. The first fundraising event was held

The 6th October also happens to be National Poetry Day, the annual mass celebration of poetry and all things poetical. This is an initiative of the Forward Arts Foundation, a charity that celebrates excellence in poetry and widens its audience. Poetry

in September when a group of volunteers ran the Touching Souls Tea Room for the day raising £431, and they will do it again in October. The popular "Sponsor A Bulb" scheme will also be running again with forms available in many shops. You can dedicate a bulb to a loved one or a charity, or just sponsor it in your own name. There is a target of £6,000 needed and any suggestions for raising this sum will be gratefully received.

Picture by Michael Protheroe Our 'Countdown to Christmas' board is back outside the shop and we are working around the clock restocking the shelves and sourcing new gift ideas, so please, if there are any events you would like me to mention do pop into Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts and see me.

Happy Halloween everyone!

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Tewkesbury Town Mayor's News Tewkesbury has enjoyed a busy summer with many visitors from all over the world who have been impressed by the number of old buildings that have survived and the diverse mix of styles. Project Alleycat has run several walks to encourage curiosity and divulge the social history as well as drawing attention to the architecture of the town’s alleys. Some of these are in need of attention and the project hopes to help improve their condition. Hughes Alley is the first to proudly boost some cat-related artwork. The Vintage Fair at the Watson Hall was followed by an ‘All About the Swing’ evening which was well attended and provided an opportunity for novices to learn from the more accomplished, Rob Farley deftly steered us through dances so that everyone had fun. £800 was raised for ‘Hope for Tomorrow’, this year’s Mayor’s Charity which aims to make people aware that there is an option

to have chemotherapy treatment in Tewkesbury rather than having to travel to Cheltenham, and to help update the existing mobile unit. On the other side of the town there is the Tewkesbury Cruising and Sailing Club which has fantastic river views and offers a wide range of sailing and boating experiences. I was delighted to present the awards at their 93rd Regetta and to receive a tour of the excellent facilities that have been created through volunteer work. We were offered a lift back into town - by boat – unfortunately we had a car with us. To see the river used more to get from a to b would be wonderful; as our retired population increases it should be possible to slow down the pace of life, enjoy the countryside that is so close but often out of reach and take some of the pressure off the roads.

buzzing, the roads and parking have been a problem. People are still reluctant to pay to use the car parks and this impacts on the congestion caused on the roads with any available spaces on residential streets being used. I am told that Tewkesbury Town car parking charges, although reduced 18 months ago, are still higher than other places. If you have any evidence of less expensive parking charges elsewhere please email to: tewkesburycpcharges@ talktalk.net to help me press for a review of the charges and for further reductions. An increase in use should offset a reduction in price and would also alleviate some of the congestion on the roads. A pay on exit scheme would be preferred by many people but may be too costly to implement. Please let me know your thoughts. - Karen Brennan, Tewkesbury Town Mayor

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Brothers and Sisters 1. In a famous 1902 book, who has three sisters called Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-tail? 2. What two word term originated from the unusual condition of brothers Chang and Eng Bunker? 3. In which 1908 novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery is the title character adopted by a middle-aged brother and sister called Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, who live on a farm on Prince Edward Island? 4. What was the surname of the twin brothers who compiled the first Guinness Book Of Records? 5. Which TV sitcom character has sisters called Violet, Daisy and Rose? 6. Which of the following groups contained actual brothers?... The Walker Brothers, The Isley Brothers or The Chemical Brothers? 7. Which two characters from the TV show Friends are brother and sister? 8. Rose Red is the sister of which well known fictional character? 9. What was the surname of the teenage brothers called Frank and Joe who Franklin W. Dixon wrote a series of adventure books about? 10. How are twin sisters Gabriela and Monica Irimia better known in the music world? Please mention Tewkesbury Magazine when responding to advertisers

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Tools Of The Trade by Pippa Greenwood

With the arrival of autumn, there is plenty of maintenance work needed in the garden. Using the right equipment will ensure that jobs are completed as easily and quickly as possible. It really is worth buying as good a quality garden tool as you can afford. Poorly made and badly designed tools can work out a lot more expensive (and frustrating!) in the long run, so start with a few good ones and build up gradually. A good quality fork and spade are essential and they need to be sturdily built. The neck and head of the spade should be moulded from one piece of metal for added strength. The shaft is usually constructed from wood or metal and you should make sure that it is firmly attached at both the head end and the handle. Ensure the metal parts have been treated to prevent rust. A hand fork and trowel are essential for smaller jobs such as weeding or gardening in confined spaces, and they are also great for moving and dividing smaller plants, for planting bulbs and for mixing up small amounts of compost. It is definitely worth feeling the handle to ensure that that the Page 18

grip is comfortable. Next decision: stainless steel or coated steel? Stainless steel does not rust and many people find they move through the soil better, but they are pricey. Coated steel tools are much cheaper and provided you keep them clean and oil them periodically and at the end of each season, they last well. You will need a hoe for weeding between small plants and for aerating the surface of the soil. Sharpen your hoe regularly and it will last for ages and slide rapidly and easily through the soil. Most hoes have a 1.5 metre (5 foot) shaft but if you are very tall, then longer ones are available from some manufacturers. My favourite is the SpeedHoe, UK designed and with an unusual almost heart-shaped head with a blade running around all edges and a pronged rear, making it the easiest and most effective hoe I’ve ever used. A spring-tined rake is really useful because it has thin flexible wire tines which make it perfect for raking up lightweight debris and fallen leaves or, of course, lawnmower clippings. Although a garden rake can

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The Annual Bredon Boat Race After a week of sunshine it was, of course, a torrential downpour that would set the scene for the annual Bredon Boat Race. Wellies and raincoats replaced sandals and sun cream, and pop up tents were hastily erected on the meadow to shelter support teams from the rain. Despite the less than idyllic weather, crowds still gathered on the bank, cheering on their teams as they splashed their way down the river. Two additional boats meant that this year saw more teams racing than before and the question prominent in everyone’s mind was: Would it be enough to knock Mickey, Head of the River and Champion Paddler, off his game? With rumours swirling about the farmer’s previous performances (including mention of a supporting role in Rio 2016), team leaders nervously swatted one another with paddles as they awaited their turn to take on the champion’s time. The rest of the meadow was awash with activity, as the burger stall churned out more grilled goods than ever before, and the cider tent attempted to intoxicate everyone with

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Of course, the day could not have gone ahead without the help of a few special people. The tent elves, who put up, manned and then took down the tents as if by magic; the burger belles and tea queens, who came very close to a re-enactment of the feeding of the five thousand; the bartenders at the Cider Tent; all the indefatigable stall holders and those on the gate; The Lord and Lady of the River, Richard and Dorothy, who let us use their beautiful space; The Rector who manned the stopwatch amidst claims of corruption; Ray Lane who stepped in to help after the Rector had had one too many 8 percent; and everyone who participated or came to cheer on a team. Was this a record breaking year? When asked, the Rector replied with a nudge and a wink. So that’s a yes. (Final amount yet to be verified)

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Tewkesbury in Bloom Update The efforts of volunteers from Tewkesbury in Bloom have recently been recognised by the Heart of England in Bloom judges with the presentation of a gold award. The award is reserved for exceptional achievers who are able to demonstrate a consistently high standard in all areas of the judging criteria and objectives of the Britain in Bloom competition. In addition, the longest serving member of the group, Brian Reeve, received a special award from the competition organisers for ‘exceptional’ service to the In Bloom campaign. This is justly deserved. Brian, who runs the Handyman Centre in town, has

From left to right: Brian Reeve, In Bloom official Les Goodman, John Badham and Peggy Clatworthy

been supporting Tewkesbury's In Bloom efforts for 25 years. In Bloom judge Roger Bache commented "A year on from their very first entry into the national finals the bloom group can be very proud of their efforts to maintain the high standards that they have set. A big effort has gone into increasing the already large number of community groups, far too many to mention them all here, but in particular the incredible transformation of the old Ashchurch Station is a credit to all concerned. The florals along the route and those evidenced in the portfolio looked superb. Heritage is always at the fore here and none more so than the battle of 1471 which is highlighted throughout the town”. If you would like to support the volunteers or sponsor a display please visit the website Tewkesbury in Bloom Home Page www. tewkesburyinbloom.co.uk.

Fundraising for Acorns Children's Hospice An Update by Anita Haycock We are slowly amassing a store of little knitted animals ready for next Easter. So far we have 737 animals, slightly down on this time last year but we are sure our team of dedicated knitters and stitchers will soon reach and pass this milestone, so that we have even more for next year. We have to thank all the people who so kindly donated prizes for the tombola stall held at Bird’s Farm 'Tea and

Scone' event in July. We raised £133.90p on the stall to be added to the proceeds. Without your kind generosity we could not run such a stall. The Webb Ivory catalogues are in circulation in the village (Twyning), if you would like to have one to look at and to possibly make an order just give us a ring on 01684 293890 and we will make sure that you get

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Health

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OCD Awareness Week 9th-15th October

While people may joke about being “a bit OCD,” this trivialises a serious and potentially debilitating condition. OCD Awareness Week aims to correct the misconception that Obsessive Compulsive Disorder merely concerns harmless habits or quirks. What Is OCD? 12 in every 1,000 people suffer from OCD, experiencing a range of compulsions, obsessional thoughts and repetitive behaviours that seriously affect their day-to-day life. On average it’s undiagnosed for 10-15 years, yet 50% of cases are severe, meaning symptoms occupy more than three hours a day. Sufferers typically develop OCD in their late adolescence or twenties, but it affects people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. They may recognise their condition, yet find it hard to believe their compulsions won’t relieve their anxiety or prevent harm. OCD’s four step cycle: 1. Obsession: intrusive, repetitive thoughts, images or impulses. 2. Anxiety: caused by the obsession. Paranoia or a feeling of over-responsibility may develop and sufferers may believe they or their loved ones are in danger from something harmless - or that their actions can prevent or cause unrelated harm. 3. Compulsion: behaviours

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or thoughts patients are compelled to repeat as a result of the anxiety – although often, they’re not realistically connected. 4. Temporary relief when the ‘necessary’ actions are completed. Types of OCD • Checking: e.g. rechecking locked doors or checking that intrusive thoughts aren’t real memories. • Contamination / Mental Contamination: a fear of germs or verbal abuse, which makes sufferers feel dirty/ unworthy. • Hoarding unnecessary and/ or excessive items. • Ruminations (prolonged, time-consuming thoughts on harmless topics) or Intrusive Thoughts (disturbing and repetitive in nature, e.g. imagining violence). What Causes OCD? Genetics: OCD seems to run in some families; this may be a genetic link or ‘learned behaviour’. Brain differences: In some sufferers, imaging shows increased activity and blood flow in brain areas that handle emotional response and a lack of serotonin (a neurotransmitter influencing memory, mood and sleep). Trauma and Emotional Upset: Suffering neglect, abuse, isolation or trauma such as a break-up or bereavement seems to increase vulnerability to developing OCD. Personality: Certain personality traits, such as perfectionism, may increase the likelihood of developing OCD. While many people exhibit OCDtype symptoms when stressed, OCD is only clinically diagnosed

if symptoms: • Consume over an hour a day. • Cause significant distress. • Interfere with ability to function in day-to-day life. OCD symptoms may wax and wane, but if left untreated they usually become more severe. Treating OCD Fortunately, OCD can usually be treated with professional help, although improvement may take several months. CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) encourages people to talk through their fears and behaviours and find healthier ways of thinking. Behavioural exercises including ERP (exposure and response prevention) support patients to face fears one at a time and let obsessive thoughts run their course without ‘correcting’ them with compulsive behaviours. Over time, this challenging treatment can help patients reduce symptoms or sometimes achieve complete recovery. Some people may need medication alongside or before CBT to relieve their anxiety enough to undertake therapy. Medication: SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) increase serotonin levels. At higher doses they’re often highly effective in treating OCD, but need to be taken for 12 weeks before benefits are noticeable. Patients with moderate or severe OCD may need long-term medication. Further Information and Support: • OCD-UK: www.ocduk.org/ contact; Email: support@ ocduk.org; Tel: 0845 120 3778 or 0345 120 3778. • OCD Action: www.ocdaction. org.uk; Email: support@ ocdaction.org.uk; Tel: 0845 390 6232

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These Boots Are Made for Driving I’m not preaching this from some righteous position, because we are all fallible and the following is an example: Those four black round things that fit around the wheels of your car: you know, like your other half, you kick them occasionally to make sure they are alright. Do you know, or care, much about them? May I suggest you should? Boring as they maybe, your tyres are about the most important bit of the car. Those four pads of contact area with the tarmac, transfer the power to the road, keep the car on it when cornering and, most importantly, do the gripping when stopping. They need regular checking and looking after - no splits or bulges and a minimum

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DecaDent Deco art Deco never goes out of fashion – and, according to a recent survey, it’s the nation’s favourite design style. We take a look at the history of this glamorous, good-looking movement. The Roaring Twenties – think jazz, flappers, slick automobiles, the talkies and skyscrapers: it was all about glamour, drama and modernity. Consumerism had arrived, and the timing was right for a new style. Also known as Art Moderne, Jazz Moderne or simply Deco, Art Deco style was rooted in the world of pre-First World War leading French design, but only became widely recognised after the 1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. French designers were combining classical features and rare, luxury materials with exciting new influences such as contemporary art, the exotic Ballets Russes and a fascination with all things Egyptian, as well as the art and artefacts of Japan, Africa, native America, Mexico and the Page 30

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The passage to adulthood doesn’t always come easy, and that’s certainly the case in these coming of age tales… The Smell of Other People’s Houses – Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock Much goes unsaid by the teenagers who live in a small Alaskan community in the 1970s. Ruth can’t talk to her grandmother about where her mother went, or the baby she’s carrying. Alyce can’t tell her dad of her dreams to go to dance school. And Dora can’t speak to the neighbours about how scared she is of her father. Plus there’s Hank, who just wants to keep his brothers safe. But as secrets come out into the open, and connections start revealing themselves, the teenagers may find their own solutions to their problems. A beautiful debut novel about friendship, love and family ties. Amy Snow – Tracy Rees Found as a baby in the snow in Victorian England, Amy’s only friend is Aurelia, the girl who discovered her. Despised by Aurelia’s parents, Amy is cast out when Aurelia dies. But Aurelia has left a treasure hunt for Amy to follow across England, to discover Aurelia’s secret. Along the way, Amy may well discover she’s stronger and more worthy of love than she ever realised. This enjoyable, easy read won the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition last year. Page 34

Orphans of the Carnival – Carol Birch Twenty one year old Julia is a sensation on the 19th century carnival stage. She’s a talented dancer and singer, but people flock to see her is because she’s covered from head to foot in thick, dark hair. Travelling the country with one freak show after another, Julia finds fame, but all she really wants is love and acceptance. In modern day London, Rose may not look particularly dissimilar to anyone else, but she sees the world in a different way. A poignant tale of how society so often struggles to accept those who stand out. All the Pretty Horses – Cormac McCarthy First published in 1992, All the Pretty Horses follows John as he travels from Texas and into Mexico. En route he finds friendship and love, and discovers what it means to be an adult. The last in a long line of Texan ranchers, John manages to get work on a Mexican ranch, breaking in the wild horses. While there, he falls for the rancher’s daughter, Alejandra, but is unfairly imprisoned and barely survives. It’s no surprise this won several awards and was made into a film.

Foxlowe – Eleanor Wasserberg The Foxlowe estate is supposed to be a utopia – a haven from the modern world. New people leave their names and troubles in the outside world. But Green isn’t like the others. She was born at Foxlowe and, together with the other ‘ungrowns’, Blue and Toby, Green can be punished for the smallest infraction. As the cult’s leader, Freya, tries to keep the ‘Bad’ out, the punishments become increasingly cruel. Blue and Toby want to escape, but Foxlowe is all Green has ever known, and her desperation to win Freya’s approval has devastating consequences. This is an unsettling, haunting read that leaves many unanswered questions, but is impossible to put down. Nevernight – Jay Kristoff Set in a city built from the bones of a long-dead god, Nevernight follows the fortunes of 16-yearold Mia. Aided only by her ‘shadow cat’, Mia’s on a quest to become an assassin and wreak revenge on the people who betrayed her family. Think Kill Bill meets Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials, with an extra helping of darkness, sex, violence and poetry added in for good measure.

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Are you a List-maker or done with Lists? My last article was about ways of tackling what you’d like to accomplish during the last third of the year, starting with finding your list. Recently I read an article entitled ‘Why I’m done with lists’ by Dolly Alderton. When I read the title I gulped – I am a list person, never imagining being ‘done’ with lists. Dolly talked how she feels her life had been measured out with to-do lists, and that to-lists are to her like self-portraits to Frida Kahlo – the direct and truest route to her psyche at a given moment. Dolly was documenting her inner turmoil in bullet points. Initially she enjoyed the blank page, the clean slate of a new day. But her lists began to go wildly off-piste and became a bullet point traffic pile-up that taunted her daily. She dreaded the morning, looking back at what she hadn’t done the day before and remembering another 10 things she wasn’t doing. Does this sound familiar?! Dolly came to the conclusion that a 3 page to-do list definitely wouldn’t help. She just needed to stay calm, pay the electricity bill, and keep her to-do list strictly functional. It is now a neat column of simple tasks that will make her feel peaceful once they’re done (and must fit on one page). She finished by saying that life is what happens when you’re too busy writing a to-do list. Agreeing whole-heartedly, I have taken to rationalising my lists, making sure the bullet points are essential and attainable. So I am still a list-maker, just a more meticulous one!

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Tewkesbury Vintage Events a great success The end of August was a great time for vintage lovers in Tewkesbury with the Classic Vehicle Festival and the Vintage Fair taking place, raising vital funds for local charities. Here are some colourful pictures from both events for you to enjoy.

Car pictures and top right picture taken by Andrew Parker at the Classic Vehicle Festival.

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Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Curry Serves 4

Ready in 45 minutes

A quick and easy vegetarian dish full of Indian flavour. If you don’t have all the spices just use 1-2 tbsp medium curry paste. Serve with boiled basmati rice or warmed naan breads, if liked.

Ingredients: • 1 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed • 3cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and grated • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped • 1 aubergine, cubed • 2 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp ground turmeric • 2 tsp ground coriander • 1/2 tsp hot chilli powder • 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan and fry the garlic, ginger and onion over a medium heat for about 5 minutes until light golden. Stir in the aubergine and fry for a further 2 minutes. Add all the spices to the pan and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the sweet potatoes, the passata and 150ml water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potato is tender and the sauce has thickened.

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Stir in the chick peas and garam masala and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer for a further few minutes. Serve in warmed bowls garnished with chopped coriander.

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Golden Years

Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning returning from assembly to their classrooms, those assurances proved hollow as 40,000 cubic metres of saturated shale tore down the hillside and smashed into the school. If the mudslide had struck 10 minutes earlier while the pupils were still in the assembly hall, which was undamaged, no-one need have died.

My mother, like most people of her generation, is not much given to public displays of emotion, and one of the very few occasions when she has ever admitted to breaking down in public was on 21st October 1966, when news of the Aberfan mudslide was broadcast. Aberfan was egregious among disasters not just for the number of dead, 144, but for the proportion of children among the fatalities: 116 or half the children in the village. What made it appalling was that it was not a natural disaster at all. It was man-made. It had been foretold. And the authorities had done nothing to prevent it. Spoil from the Merthyr Vale Colliery had been piling up on the spongy sandstone hillside overlooking the village, near Merthyr Tydfil in South Wales, for more than 50 years. In 1963 the local council started warning the National Coal Board that the spoil-heaps were becoming unstable due to the many springs and even a stream underneath them. The NCB responded with bland assurances but at 9.15 on that fateful day, just as the children of Pantglas Junior School were Page 42

But the timing was only the first of the morning’s cruelties, for worse was to come as hundreds of frantic villagers rushed to the school in a vain attempt to dig the children out. People from neighbouring villages joined in, clotting the narrow roads and obstructing the trained rescue teams deployed to the disaster from local collieries. As a result, hardly any children were dug out alive, and bodies were still being recovered days later. The national sense of shock and grief was profound. Here was a disaster that could have been avoided, but where every circumstance conspired to deepen the tragedy, and where the victims were mostly children. Even the Queen, a young mother herself at the time, was seen to shed tears on her visit eight days after the disaster. And then the National Coal Board, instead of admitting responsibility, started a cover-up. There was national outrage when the head of the NCB, Lord Robens, told the inquest that area officials

knew nothing of the stream that spoil had been dumped on – even though it was marked on Ordnance Survey maps! The NCB’s own counsel had to advise the inquest jury to disregard Lord Robens’s evidence. Later, the NCB aroused national ire again when it extorted a donation from the Aberfan Disaster Fund towards the cost of removing the remaining spoil-heaps. One of the consequences of Aberfan was the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, whose most important provision was to make employers solely responsible for ensuring the safety of their workforce. People might have forgotten what made the Act necessary; they might regard it as ridiculous bureaucracy, as yet more red tape. So whenever you hear anyone use the words “health and safety gone mad,” just remind them that a few minutes before they were buried alive those children, mostly aged 7-9, and the teachers who died with them, had been singing All Things Bright And Beautiful.

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Cake and Bake Chocolate & Orange Battenburg Cake This cake looks really impressive but it’s easy to make – just two flavoured sponge cakes cut into thin strips and wrapped in marzipan.

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fold the orange rind and juice into one bowl and the blended cocoa powder into the other.

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lined 18cm square shallow cake tins and level the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cakes are risen and just firm to the touch. Cool for 5 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

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into four even-sized strips. Using a little of the jam, sandwich 2 of the chocolate strips with 2 of the orange flavoured strips to create a chequered effect oblong cake.

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flour and baking powder into a large bowl and add the sugar, butter and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is pale, smooth and creamy.

with icing sugar to an 18 x 30cm rectangle. Brush the top of the assembled cake with a little more jam and press onto the marzipan. Brush the remaining sides of the cake with jam and carefully wrap the marzipan all around the cake. Use your fingertips to crimp along the top edges of the cake. Repeat with the remaining cake strips and marzipan to make a second cake.

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As seen by Michael Jackson, the FOREVER JACKSON Stage Show comes to Gloucestershire Crowned Britain’s No1 UK Michael Jackson production at the UK National Tribute Awards, critically-acclaimed live concert show Forever Jackson is at The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham on October 26 with its brand-new show.

to a three-hour process using only theatrical make-up. And both he and the tightly-choreographed accompanying all-girl dance team Hip Hop Pop are attired in costumes that meticulously recreate Michael’s imminently flamboyant stage costumes.

Star of the show, Robin Parsons, has even had the honour of performing before Michael Jackson. He performed at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles as part of the pop legend’s lavish 45th birthday celebrations.

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Show producer Pete Tobit of GRT Entertainments promises that – thanks to incredible attention to detail – fans of the King of Pop are in for a jaw-dropping, ultimately authentic experience. “Not only do Robin’s 100 percent live, pitch-perfect vocals sound precisely like Michael,” he says, “the resemblance is uncanny.” Robin is transformed into MJ thanks

“Featuring a superbly-talented live band, special effects and unique projections, Forever Jackson is a visual and audio treat. Its lavish, brand-new Legacy of a Legend tour sees the production destined to become 2016’s stage show of the year.” Tour manager for Michael Jackson’s HIStory Tour, Norbert Sinnhuber, was moved to say of Robin’s performance: “The whole show creates the feeling of an MJ live concert and is a revival and reincarnation of the music from an all-

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And Another Thing... Halloween Story by Tom Hughes Follow Tom on Twitter @groomsdaybook

After blasting out Monster Mash for the third time in a row, I pulled the Mondeo Ghia onto the path, shut the door, pointed the key over my head to plip the lock and then - blast! I remembered what I had forgotten to purchase - a pumpkin!

Maze?”

“Oh, don’t bother about that Tom - now wrap up warm, we’re taking Hannah and her friend Laura to ScaryFarm for Halloween. Come on, it’ll be fun.”

The ruddy-faced farmer’s son with the carrot top glared at the two sophisticated young ladies by my side. “How old are they?”

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But before we decided on the first attraction, a far more terrifying prospect awaited: the chap on the gate selling tickets. “Two adults and two children, please.”

“They’re both fourteen!” I blurted out. Eyes narrowing, he flipped through his day glow pad and ripping off four tickets sneered, “Aren’t they a bit young for wearing all that muck on their faces?” “Excuse me young man, I think we’ll decide on the appropriateness of their appearance, thank you.” “Thirty six quid mate.” “Thirty - are you taking the…?”

“Ten quid for grown-ups, eight for the ‘children’ “ “How much for a family ticket?” “Thirty five.” Snatching the tickets from the enormous hand, we trudged through the mud towards the Ghost Trail, which amounted to not much more than a wander through a soggy wood with a bored-looking girl clad in rags who had painted her face white. “And ‘ere be where, in ancient times, a terrible thing ‘appened wot gave all us villagers a most terrible fright.” Feeling distinctly underwhelmed by her dreary soliloquy, I whispered to Sarah, “Thirty five quid to listen to this pile of old baloney?” Clearly exasperated at my refusal to get into the spirit of the evening, Sarah dragged me away to a large tent where she plonked me next

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to the industrial heater and shoved a cup of mulled wine under my nose. “Now drink this and shut up. I’ll drive home.” “Well, best of luck getting out that field dear.” Heartened by the spicy brew, my spirits lifted. “What’s up next on this Scarefest, then?” “The Maze of Horrors. Follow us.” We joined the queue at the entrance to a copse of freshly planted leylandii as muffled screams of terror emanated from deep inside the manmade evergreen forest. Hannah and her friend began giggling. “Our mates were here last night. Dad, it’s dead scary!”

“Rubbish, it’s just a load of students in fancy dress.”

busy doing some screaming of her own.

And so we entered. Round each dark bend we crept, waiting for a horrible ghoul to appear. Then, out jumped a slip of a girl sporting a grey wig. The girls screeched in delighted horror. I rolled my eyes. “Is that it?” I groaned.

Outside the maze, my Dearly Beloved embarked on a most unwelcome debrief.

Then we ventured deeper into the woods. Leading the way, I turned a corner to be greeted by - and I kid you not - a seven foot ginger monster with huge claws and red eyes. “MmmmHuuurrr!” Terrified, I hid behind my wife for safety, screaming, “Sarah! Make it go away!” But Sarah couldn’t help, she was too

“So Tom, did you enjoy that?” “It was OK.” “Have you stopped shaking yet?” Sat back in the car Sarah revved the engine as we spun ineffectually around in the mud. A knock on the window heralded salvation. “Need a push?” It was the giant farmer’s son who effortlessly heaved us onto firmer ground. And do you know something - as I turned to thank him, I swear I saw his eyes glowing red...

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10 Reasons Why The Roses’ Autumn Season Is The Best Yet

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Robin Hood & The Babes In The Wood is a brand new pantomime for us - miss it at your peril! Local drama groups TADS and Tewkesbury School are both performing here this Autumn. Port, Sherry, Wines and Whisky. Try them all at our tasting evenings. Delicious seasonal specials in our coffee shop - anyone for gingerbread? There’s an amazing variety of dance and physical theatre - why not come and see something exciting and new?

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Famous names this season include Bay City Rollers, Jon Richardson, Cheryl, Mike and Jay of Bucks Fizz, Rich Hall and Maddy Prior. There’s free unlimited parking after 5.30pm in all nearby car parks. You will always get the warmest welcome and any help you need. It’s not all about the stage and screen. There are workshops, exhibitions and even open mic sessions to enjoy too.

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Hobbies Could You Survive As A (Car Boot) Seller? By Kate McLelland As you browse the stalls at a car boot sale, intent on bagging a bargain, have you ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the table?

sale a few weeks before the date you plan to sell there. Walk around and make a note of the spots where people tend to congregate.

should get you started. For security reasons it’s better to wear a bag across your body than to leave money in an open tin or box.

With early starts and lots of loading and unloading in unpredictable weather, you’ll need true grit to become a regular seller. Here are some tips and tricks of the trade to help you survive:

Get up with the lark Preparation is all-important, so pack your car or van the night before, being careful to ensure that the tables you’ll use aren’t trapped underneath your stock. Allow plenty of time to get there so you can grab a good spot: that way you’ll be able to catch the early bird buyers before your rivals have opened their first box.

Don’t scare the customers A pushy sales pitch is a definite turn-off for buyers. While some customers want to talk, others will be reluctant to engage in conversation, so think twice before you start chatting.

Sort out your stock Make it easy for buyers to see what you have by sorting items into categories, creating clear signage and marking items individually. No one wants to buy wrinkled clothing or dusty china, so it’s worth putting in a bit of effort to iron, rinse and polish your stuff before you put it out on the stall. Think about offering a box of items marked at £1 or 50p: people love rummaging for bargains and these boxes are a good way of attracting people to your stall. Pick the best pitch Pitches set up beside the food tent, or close to the entrance and exit, are generally the best for footfall. If you can spare the time, try to visit the car boot Page 52

Be super-organised Make sure your collapsible table is big enough to take your stock. If necessary bring a plastic sheet so you can display more items at ground level. If you are selling clothing, consider buying a portable, sturdy clothes rail (but don’t forget to weight it down on a windy day). Most buyers aren’t put off by a bit of rain, so if the weather turns nasty, cover up with clear plastic sheets so they can still see your items. Always bring some change with you – a float of about £25

Everyone knows that a car boot sale is a place for haggling and you’ll sell more if you are willing to be flexible on price. Have a fallback price in mind and don’t take offence if someone makes an unacceptably low offer. Keep your response polite and friendly and they may just return with a more acceptable bid. Being a car boot stallholder isn’t guaranteed to make you rich, but at least you’ll meet some interesting characters, earn some spare cash and get out in the fresh air. There’s a lot of preparation and hard work, but you’ll also have plenty of fun … even if you’re still scraping the mud off your boots in midOctober.

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What's On in October Tewkesbury Battlefield Walk Sunday 2nd October, 2.30pm The Crescent, Tewkesbury A 2-hour guided walking tour of Tewkesbury Battlefield. For more information please visit www.tewkesbury.org.uk. Tewkesbury Mop Fair Friday 7th & Saturday 8th October, Opens 6.30pm every day, Tewkesbury

Gloucestershire's largest street fair is coming back to Tewkesbury with lots of entertainment for the whole family. There will be a fun fair, fairground rides, traditional games, sideshows, stalls and much more! For more information please call the Tewkesbury Tourist Information Centre on 01684 855040. The Times & The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival Friday 7th October - Sunday 16th October, Imperial Square, Cheltenham

Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th October: Autumn Diesel Weekend – a great chance to see a fleet of heritage diesels. Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd October: Cotswold Food & Drink Fayre – a large variety of Artisan food and drink for sale from local producers. Saturday 29th October: Halloween Steam & Scream Special – get ready for this spooky Halloween event and dress up for the occasion. Normal ticket prices for those wishing to travel apply. For further details please visit www.gwsr.com.

Wool Weekend Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th October, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD A celebration of wool through the ages to coincide with HRH Prince Charles’ nationwide Wool Week. Hate Crime Awareness Week Coffee Afternoon Wednesday 12th October, 1.30pm - 3.00pm, Tewkesbury Drop In, Sun Street, GL20 5NX Halloween at Croome Park Thursday 20th - Sunday 30th October, 10am - 4pm: Halloween Trail. Friday 28th - Sunday 30th October, 11am - 3pm: Halloween Activity Days and face painting. For more information please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome.

who all seem to be wondering the same thing: "Why aren't you at the Teddy Bear's Picnic?" Bring your favourite teddy and see if you can help solve the mystery of the missing invitation. Featuring live music and puppetry. Suitable for all the family from 2 years upwards. Tickets: £10 - £12. Contact: 01684 295074 or www.rosestheatre.org.

Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice – Starlight Hike Saturday 22nd October, 8pm, St. Edwards Prep School, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice is asking people from right across the country to get behind this special event to remember loved ones. The starlight hike takes hundreds of walkers on a 10km walk around Cheltenham, raising much needed funds to continue providing specialist hospice and end of life care for local families. The event has become a regular speactacle, with hundreds of walkers sporting neon colours and flashing lights taking to the streets of Cheltenham, creating a real party atmosphere. For more information, please visit www. sueryder.org/LeckhamptonSLH, email leckhampton.events@sueryder.org or call 01242 246285.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic Saturday 22nd October, 1.30pm - 3.30pm, The Cheltenham Literature is The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury every book lover’s dream. Come London Contemporary Theatre and see some of the world’s greatest writers and thinkers, listen presents the Teddy Bears’ Picnic UK tour! Today is the day of the Teddy to talks and join workshops. Fun Bear's Picnic but one invitation has for all the family guaranteed. Halloweek! gone missing! Freddy Teddy is a Gloucestershire Warwickshire Monday 24th - Sunday 30th little bear on a big adventure. Join Railway Events him on a fun-filled musical journey Gloucestershire Warwickshire through Teddy Bear Wood as he Steam Railway, The Railway events cont'd... encounters kinds of creatures Please mention Tewkesbury Magazine when all responding to advertisers Page 55


Rock, Gem ‘n’ Bead Show Saturday 29th October, 10am 5pm & Sunday 30th October, 10am - 4pm, Pittville Pump Rooms, Cheltenham

...events cont'd October, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD A week of ghostly events to celebrating Halloween. Make sure you don’t miss the Spooky Spectacular on Sunday 30th October!

Visit the Rock, Gem ‘n’ Bead Show and be fascinated by the range of natural stone products from around the world. There will also be a great selection of beads, findings and jewellery making equipment. You’ll never see such a comprehensive selection of stones and products in one place. Admission prices: Adults £4.50, Seniors £2.00, Children (8-16) £1.00 and under 8’s are free. For more information please visit www.rockngem.co.uk.

Britain’s No1 UK Michael Jackson production 'Forever Jackson' is coming to Cheltenham this month with its brand-new tour for 2016 'Legacy of a Legend'. Star of the show, Robin Parsons, has had the honour of performing before Michael Jackson in Los Angeles and impresses with 100 percent live, pitch-perfect vocals and a breathtaking perfomance. For tickets call 01242 572573 or visit the Everyman's website – www.everymantheatre.org.uk.

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

Cheltenham Ghost Walks Spooks & Spectres Friday 28th, Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October, 7.30pm, Prestbury & Cheltenham Town Centre

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MARKETS Food & Arts Street Market Saturday 22nd October, 9am - 5pm, High Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire For more information, please visit www.visittewkesbury.info.

Forever Jackson Wednesday 26th October, 7.45pm, The Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ

Tickets £8.00 available from www.cotswoldsghosttours.co.uk.

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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

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 Tewkesbury General Retail Market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9.00am - 3.30pm, Spring Gardens Car Park, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5DN Popular town centre retail market with a range of stalls. For more information please contact: Dave Joynes, Grenchurch Markets Ltd on 01386 840138.

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Finance

By Ann Haldon

What Benefits And Concessions Are You Entitled To In Later Life? element, Savings Credit, is for people who have saved a small amount towards their retirement.

As you grow older, you become entitled to certain age-related public benefits and concessions that can help with day-to-day living. The most obvious is the state retirement pension, but what are the other less well-known top-ups and concessions that might be available? Although pension credit is a well-established benefit, not everyone realises they are eligible to claim it, so it’s worth checking whether you’re missing out on this valuable supplement to your state pension. Additionally, there may be local authority concessions available in the area where you live - for adult education or fitness classes, for example. Here are some of the benefits that you might be missing out on, plus a brief guide as to the current eligibility criteria. Pension credit There are two elements to pension credit – Guarantee Credit which guarantees a minimum income of £155.60 if you’re single, and £237.55 for couples. The second Page 58

Single people and couples could receive up to £13.07 and £14.75 of Savings Credit per week respectively. You may be entitled to one or both elements if you’ve reached state pension age, and are on a low income. AttendAnce AllowAnce Attendance Allowance is a benefit available to people aged 65 or older, who have care needs at home. You don’t have to receive professional care to be eligible for this benefit, and it’s often the case that a careprovider is a spouse or family member. There are two different rates available, depending on the level of care needed: • Lower rate: £55.10 per week. • Higher rate: £82.30 per week. People who claim the lower rate often need help with washing and dressing, and the higher rate reflects greater care needs during the day and night. cArer’s AllowAnce If you care for someone for 35 hours a week or more, and they are in receipt of certain benefits, you could get Carer’s Allowance at a weekly rate of £62.10. If you’re eligible, you will also automatically receive National Insurance credits. It’s worth noting that Carer’s Allowance can affect other benefits that you and the person you are caring for

receive, so you should factor in the possibility that these may reduce or be taken away. winter fuel AllowAnce You can receive between £100 and £300 from the government to help with your winter heating bills. To qualify for the winter payment this year, you need to have been born before 5th May 1953. Once you’ve claimed, you should receive the payment automatically between November and December in future years. cold weAther PAyment If you’re in receipt of pension credit, you could also be eligible for a cold weather payment if the average temperature where you live falls, or is expected to fall, to 0°C. This must be for seven consecutive days between 1st November and 31st March, and the payment is £25 for each such period. AnnuAl flu VAccinAtions The annual flu vaccination is free for anyone over the age of 65 years old. It is available in pharmacies as well as from your GP, and is usually provided between September and February each year. tV licence You can apply for a free TV licence if you are aged 75 and over. The government also offers concessions to older people in residential care, and the cost for a licence in these circumstances is £7.50.

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Public trAnsPort free bus pass There are various concessions available for older people using public transport. Both men and women are entitled to a bus pass at the female state pension age, giving free offpeak travel on local buses. london 60+ oyster card People over the age of 60 living in London, can apply for the 60+ London Oyster photo card, and enjoy free travel on London buses, tubes, and a range of other types of local transport. senior railcard and coachcard The senior railcard allows people aged 60 and over to save money on rail fares in the UK. There is a one-off cost to buy the card, and it is available online. The senior coachcard currently costs £10 plus £2 p&p, and will save you a third

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off standard fares in the UK if you are over 60. PrescriPtions Those aged over 60 are also entitled to free prescriptions and NHS sight tests. You will need to complete the back of your prescription and let the pharmacist know that you’re eligible – you may also need to provide proof of age in this respect. locAl Authority fAcilities Some local authorities provide free or discounted access for older people to their leisure and educational facilities. You may find that your local sports and leisure centre offers concessions to people over state pension age, for fitness classes and swim sessions. Additionally, some colleges provide discounts on daytime

and evening classes for retired people of state pension age and older. The government website (www. gov.uk) is a good resource for finding out more about these benefits, and you may be able to make a claim for them online. https://www.gov.uk/pensioncredit https://www.gov.uk/attendanceallowance https://www.gov.uk/carersallowance https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuelpayment/overview https://www.gov.uk/coldweather-payment https://www.gov.uk/freediscount-tv-licence https://www.gov.uk/apply-forelderly-person-bus-pass http://www.nationalexpress. com/offers/coachcards/seniorcoachcard.aspx

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Holy Trinity Church of England 01684 292797 Priors Park Chapel

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St Joseph's Catholic Church

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DOCTORS & PHARMACY Bredon Hill Surgery

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Gloucestershire Royal Hospital 0300 422 2222

Tewkesbury Hospital 0300 421 6100

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Bredon Post Office

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