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Dear Reader, It’s that time of the year again, with schools out for Summer! Six weeks of wondering what we can do to keep the children happy and entertained… fortunately we have a great What’s On section for you towards the back of this magazine for some ideas of days out and events – and keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages as we’ll be adding more as they come in to us. If you love Curry, you’ll love the Charity Curry evening taking place at Woodmancote Village Hall on Saturday 9th July running from 7pm to 10pm. This event has been organised to support the Darjeeling, Himalayan Railway Society which works to promote, health, welfare and employment within this region of India. The evening will include a three course meal, prepared and provided by Saffron Lounge Restaurant for £20 and an illustrated talk about the work of the charity. For more information and tickets contact 01242 663726 or 01684 562571. It’s always great to watch live music at a festival and even better if you are camping there! Newlands Park has both, as the Rovin Fest UK returns for the weekend of 22nd to 24th. The event also supports the local charity Winston’s Wish. This musical extravaganza will feature music on 3 stages plus special children’s events, a food village, fun fair and much more, so be sure not to miss this event! Finally, “Hell hath no fury like a woman in pink”, so good luck to the thousands of ladies taking part in two events for Race for Life at the Cheltenham Racecourse on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th July. I hope you have a fun, busy but also relaxing July, until next month! Best wishes,

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Ten Tips for Motivational Management - Use the Power of Praise Every recruitment agency in the land will agree that by far the major reason for people leaving an employer is due to not feeling appreciated or valued. Let me remind you of that powerful phrase, “people don’t leave companies, they leave people.” I equally believe, and my experience has shown, that this lack of appreciation is one of the major causes of high absenteeism that some in the private sector, but many more in the public sector, do suffer from. Why are so many managers unable, unwilling or simply forget to say a thank you and show appreciation to their staff? It’s just not good enough to have the pathetic mindset of believing “that is what they are paid to do.” This lack of appreciation is very rarely uncovered or disclosed at the exit interview. Apparently the British psyche does not handle praise well. But praise and recognition are fundamental and vital leadership skills and qualities. So if you want to keep your people, staff and colleagues; help them to be more competent; increase productivity and create a happier working environment; positive constructive input and loyalty; praise and care for your staff. After all, they are your customers, so follow these tips: 1. Praise in public, criticise in private. Let other people hear you giving praise. You will get more of whatever you recognise, reward or praise. 2. Understand the individual. Some people need more praise than others. Some people have great difficulty in receiving praise. 3. Be authentic. The praise must be yours even though it may have been told to you by someone else. It must be owned by you and believed by you. If the praiseworthy event is related to you from another source get your facts right, but again take

ownership of the praise, while giving recognition to others. 4. Deliver praise with sincerity, with eye contact, with pleasure and with happiness. You know body language communicates more powerfully than the spoken word. 5. Be timely. Yes, of course some praise is better late than never but really make the effort to give it as near to the event as is humanly possible. It just depends on where praise lies in your priority of life. 6. The recipient really must deserve the praise and the event must also be praiseworthy. 7. Praise should also be geared to the impact of the actions that were deserved. In other words, you are sharing the ramifications of the success that is forthcoming from the praiseworthy activity. 8. Praise will change behaviour, meaning you will get more of whatever you are praising and recognising, so be careful. If you praise people for working long hours you will get more people working long hours, but this may not be productive and is generally unproductive. 9. Get the balance right. Too much praise is completely ineffective. Can you recall old Mr Grace from the TV programme Are You Being Served saying “You are all doing very well”, every time he met his staff. 10. Be brave. Step outside your comfort zone. Give a little praise and enjoy.

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Golden Years

Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning the attention and all the gongs. Only after Hurst was knighted did the press, fans, and fellow players get behind a campaign to honour the rest of the team.

The Queen presents the 1966 World Cup to England Captain, Bobby Moore

Absolutely no prizes for guessing which glorious golden anniversary we’re celebrating this month. What, you need a clue? Some people are on the pitch – they think it’s all over – it is now! Yes, of course you knew... 30th July 1966 was undoubtedly the greatest day in our sporting history, when more than 30 million people worldwide saw England beat Germany 4-2 to win the World Cup for the first and only time. So far. The story of the game, and especially of England’s disputed third goal, is too well-known to go into here. But a campaign launched by the Daily Mirror in January this year to mark the anniversary by knighting all the surviving members of the team (except hat-trick hero Geoff Hurst, who is a knight already) stirs the dusty memory of an investiture conducted by the Queen 16 years ago. Somehow, in the immediate aftermath of the game, the Charlton brothers Bobby (OBE 1969, knighthood ‘94) and Jackie (OBE ‘74), goal-scorers Hurst (MBE ’75, knighthood ‘98) and Martin Peters (MBE ‘78), captain Bobby Moore (OBE ‘67), and goalkeeper Gordon Banks (OBE ‘70) captured all Page 12

So it was that on 7th March 2000 the “forgotten five”, as they were nicknamed, turned up at Buck House to receive the MBEs they’d been awarded in the New Year’s honours. Full-backs Roger Hunt and Ray Wilson, midfielders Alan Ball and Nobby Stiles (both of whom, unusually for midfielders of the time, were only 5’ 6”), and striker George Cohen had all made vast contributions, not just to victory in the final but also to the campaign leading up to it, which were at long last being acknowledged and rewarded. But what became of those lesser-known lions after Nobby Stiles’s famous post-match victory dance, dentures in one hand and Jules Rimet trophy in the other? Of the five only the youngest, Alan Ball (21 at the time), went on to enjoy what you might call a stellar playing career; not because he was a better player than the others but because only his career extended into the era when footballers became media celebrities. He scored 187 goals in 833 club games spanning 23 years and represented England in the 1970 and ‘74 World Cups. His top-flight career included 72 caps (six as captain) and lengthy spells at Blackpool, Everton (League Champions 1969-70), Arsenal and Southampton. His 15 years in management were less successful and he retired in

1999, dying in 2007 of a sudden heart attack. Of the others, Hunt was arguably the most successful, scoring 286 goals for Liverpool (one of them, against Arsenal in August 1964, being the first ever shown on Match of the Day), 24 for Bolton, and 18 for England. After retiring from football in 1972 he went into the haulage business. Fellow full back Wilson made over 400 club appearances in 20 years, for Huddersfield, Everton, Oldham and Bradford, before quitting football to become an undertaker. Cohen was a Fulham stalwart for 13 years and earned 30 England caps; he was forced into retirement by injury in 1969 and enjoyed a successful career as a coach at his old club. Stiles’s career followed a similar path: after 11 years at Manchester United he spent two seasons at Middlesbrough and then two at Preston under his old teammate Bobby Charlton. His playing career was also ended by injury and he also returned to his old club as youth coach where he trained, amongst others, Beckham, Giggs, Scholes, Butt, and the Neville brothers.

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Step 3: Then check insurers that comparison sites miss Now you’ve a price benchmark, let’s try to smash it. Big insurers www.Aviva.co.uk and www. DirectLine.com are not included by comparison sites, so check them too.

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In a recent poll I did, 78% of customers who haggled with Direct Line said they had success, while 81% did with Admiral and 80% with Hastings Direct. So it’s worth a try. As Pat Olver tweeted me: “@ MartinSlewis Sainsbury’s home insurance renewal £252. Same policy on confused was £186. Rang Sainsbury’s, talked them down to £181.” Step 5: If you’re moving, once you know what you’re getting, check for cashback Once you know your cheapest policy and, crucially, you’ve checked IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU, then see if you can earn cashback using a cashback site such as www.Topcashback.co.uk or www. Quidco.com. These sites pay you if you click through them.

This usually works, but there can be tracking issues, so see this as a likely added bonus and always check ensure you’re getting the right policy. If you’ve got time and your top three policies are all much of a muchness, it can be worth seeing the cashback on offer for all three. And a final word of warning, beware paying monthly, it’s actually just a loan. In effect, the insurer pays upfront then loans you the cash, sometimes at hideous interest (e.g., Endsleigh’s 39.7% APR). If you can’t afford to pay upfront, check the APR. If it’s high, you’re often better on your credit card, or, better still, get a 0% credit card (just ensure you pay it off within the year). Martin Lewis is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Money Saving Expert. To join the 10 million people who get his Martin’s Money Tips weekly email, go to www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip

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Water, Water Everywhere by Pippa Greenwood

With summer well under way, gardens will need more water than the rain is giving them, but how can you minimise the amount you apply, make best use of what you’ve got and still have a good-looking and productive garden? If possible, wait until the autumn to plant out trees, shrubs and climbers – it will be far harder for them to establish properly now and they are more likely to suffer serious setbacks. However, if you can’t avoid planting, improve the soil texture by digging and forking in plenty of garden compost, well-rotted manure or other bulky organic matter so that the soil is better equipped to retain moisture – sandy soil will then hold water more effectively whilst clay soil is less likely to crack. It may be hard work but it will make life a lot easier for the plants, and means you will spend far less time watering later on. It is still well worthwhile mulching beds, borders and your vegetable plot. The mulch needs to be 2” - 3” (5 - 7.5 cm) deep and you can use shredded composted bark, composted chipped bark, cocoa shells or many of the numerous pebbles, shingles and so forth Page 22

which are now available. If the soil is well watered before the mulch goes on, then it will really help to keep moisture in the soil and, as all the materials I’ve suggested will let plenty of rain through, when it does rain the plants will still benefit. Mulching will also help to keep down weeds.

always water in the evening or extremely early in the morning, which drastically reduces the amount of water lost through evaporation, and means that there is far less chance of foliage or flowers getting scorched - as can happen if they are wetted in bright sunlight.

In drier areas of your garden, try to use drought tolerant plants. Those with silvery or grey foliage such as the lavenders, Sedums (ice plants), rock roses (Helianthemum), rosemary and Convolvulus cneorum all tend to thrive in dry conditions, and are also more likely to do quite well if planted now.

Where possible use a watering can or hose with a gentle nozzle attachment and water only the areas where the water is needed. If the soil is very dry before you start to water, then sprinkle the surface gently with a light drizzling of water and return a few minutes later - you will find that the water penetrates down to the roots much more effectively. Excessive watering on a very dry surface is likely to lead to a lot of run off and wastage.

Make the most of any rainfall by fitting a water diverter to the drain pipe which takes water from the guttering from your greenhouse, house, conservatory or garage, and divert the rain straight into one or more water butts. You can also fit a water diverter to the downpipe which takes water from your bath, hand basin or kitchen sink. Normal amounts of shampoo, bubble bath and washing up liquid should pose no threats to plants, and these detergents may help with pest problems such as greenfly. Unless there’s no alternative,

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Private Harold Ashworth 16th Manchester Regiment 1st July 1916 remains the worst day in the history of the British army. By the end of the first day of the Battle of the Somme, some 20,000 troops had been killed and 40,000 wounded. In a departure from my usual article of local interest, to commemorate this centenary I have chosen to share my grandfather's experience of the battle with readers of the magazine.

I don't know why he joined this regiment or how he trained, but his medals do not include the Star, indicating he had not gone abroad by the end of 1915, although the 16th Manchesters had arrived in France on 6th November. We still have a copy of St. John's gospel presented to him by his church dated 3rd April 1916, which perhaps indicates when he sailed to France.

Harold was born in 1890 and had trained as a painter and decorator (I am proud to be still using his pasting trestle!). He did not enlist until after his ailing mother died on 11th August 1915. Despite living in Oldham he joined the 16th Manchesters, which had been set up as a regiment specifically 'for clerks and warehousemen'.

Our next glimpse of him comes in Trones Wood in northern France. The war diary of his regiment records the following for the 10th July 1916:

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5:00am SA Coy report WOOD clear of Germans - four MGs sent up to assist in defence of WOOD.

after they had strayed into Allied territory in the earlier confused fighting of the morning.

5:30am Germans re-occupied S portion of WOOD, presently cutting off some of our patrols who are still missing.

Harold spent the rest of the war in Sprottau prisoner of war camp in Silesia (now Szprotawa in Poland) from where he was sent out to a farm at Bunzlau (now Boleslawiec). I was delighted to have this confirmed when I found a photograph of him in a group of farmworkers in Albert Kendrick's online collection of images from Sprottau. As conditions for everyone in Germany were deteriorating, Harold always believed the farmer's wife saved him from starving for she often dropped some of the bread she was taking to her chickens, despite this being a criminal offence. Even during the dark days of the blitz in Manchester during the Second World War, he would have nothing bad to say about the women of Germany.

Harold is extreme right in the second row Page 24

Harold was a member of one of those patrols. He always blamed his inexperienced commanding officer straight out of college for his misfortune. Then, in one of those coincidences of war which probably only survived in the memory, he also claimed that he was not shot on capture because the German officer recognised Harold's platoon as the one which had allowed his command to return to safety

Repatriation came in 1919 but he returned

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with one unwanted souvenir a tapeworm and he continued to suffer its debilitating effects for years. He resumed his prewar trade and two years later married my grandmother. During the Second World War he took over his niece's newsagents in Manchester after her husband had been called up and he continued to run it until shortly beforehe died in 1954. Harold was one of the lucky ones who came back. On the centenary of the first day of the Battle of the Somme, please spare a thought for those who didn't. - David Aldred

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Hobbies Keep Calm And Get Colouring By Kate McLelland

Close your eyes and think back to the simple pleasures of childhood: a rainbow box of crayons on the table and, beside it, a book of illustrations just waiting to be coloured in. Remember the intense concentration as you filled in the blank spaces with your favourite shades of yellow, red, purple, green and blue? Now fast-forward to the present day, when high-tech gadgets and gizmos allow us to create sophisticated and brightly coloured designs with just a few mouse clicks. Such innovations should have consigned the humble crayon to the dustbin of history, so it’s amazing to learn that in the second decade of the 21st century one of the most popular hobbies is adult colouring. It has become a global phenomenon, spreading to countries as diverse as Brazil and New Zealand. In fact the interest is so great that the world’s largest wooden pencil manufacturer, Faber-Castell, has been forced to increase shifts at its German factory in order to keep up with demand. Printers and booksellers have also seen a stratospheric rise in the popularity of colouring

books created for the adult market. Millie Marotta’s Animal Kingdom, Johanna Basford’s Secret Garden (now translated into 14 different languages) and Emma Farrarons’ The Mindfulness Colouring Book feature high on the UK’s bestseller lists. Mindfulness, with its emphasis on being aware of the present moment, fits particularly well with this hobby because colouring is essentially a repetitive, undemanding activity that can be used to focus the mind. Colourists claim that their hobby can lead to a calmer, almost meditative frame of mind and this view is supported by clinical psychologist Dr David Holmes: “With our workaholic culture, we spend most of our lives in ‘beta mode’, which is when we’re alert, problem-solving, decisionmaking. By actively altering the preponderance of certain brain patterns, you can shift into ‘alpha mode’, which is more like the state of mind we have as children. Meditation and similar techniques require learning and practice, whereas anyone can just drop into colouring-in.” Colouring may seem like a solitary pastime but it can also become a social activity: in

recent years colouring clubs and parties have proved popular, particularly in America and France. The Ladies Coloring Club is a Facebook Group based in the US which links to groups around the world. Alternatively you could start your own group like 38year-old Suzanne Parsonage from Bristol, who launched a colourists group from her local pub. Many local libraries also host adult colouring sessions. If you are eager to try colouring for yourself but don’t want to invest in a book of illustrations just yet, go online and download some free printable pages. You’ll find some great library printables at www. pinterest.com that will help you decide whether adult colouring is for you. If you are feeling that this hobby is a little too childish, you’ll be relieved to hear that a recent article in Director magazine identified a growing trend amongst business leaders who have taken up colouring in order to alleviate stress. So grab a box of crayons or felt-tips and make a start. It seems there’s every reason to add a little colour to your everyday life - and all you need to worry about is keeping within the lines!

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School's Short Story Competition – Writing for the fun of it This year, Mary Vincent-Coulter ran the short story competition again, in which three local Junior Schools participated - Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Junior School, Prestbury St. Mary’s Church of England Junior School and Oak Hill Church of England Junior School.

The three prize-winning pupils from Oak Hill School, shown in the photograph, are from the left: Iden Beswick (8), Freddie Eaton (8) and Monty Beswick (aged 5). Certificates were presented to all the winners and runner ups. Part of the prize was to attend a Radio Winchcombe live show, so the children joined Mary and John Brooks on Thursday Breakfast, taking part in everything including reading the weather, moving the faders, introducing the tracks and activating the music. It was tremendous fun and the parents enjoyed it all just as much while John declared ‘that they had all got the job!' On the previous Sunday, Rebecca Lea (aged 11) from Prestbury St. Mary’s School, her mother and Mary were guests on Sunday Breakfast where Kevin O’Flaherty made them most welcome. Rebecca took a full part in the presenting of the programme. She really enjoys writing and reading and is thinking about going into Journalism. Mary is waiting to welcome the remaining winners, from Winchcombe Abbey School, to the studio in the near future. Winchcombe Festival of Music & Arts – Outside Broadcast In what can only be Page 30

described as arctic broadcasting conditions (with presenters’ teeth chattering live on air) we broadcast from 10am until 4pm from outside the Tourist Information Centre on Spring Bank Holiday Monday in support of the Street Fair which took place on the last day of the Music & Arts Festival. More people were interviewed in the course of the broadcast than at any previous event and it was great for the station to be such an integral part of the day.

Many thanks to Judy Crombie, Ruth McDonagh, Ros Martin, Derek BT, Manny Masih and Mary VincentCoulter for their contributions, presenting and interviewing on the day, and to Cafe 6 in North Street for kindly providing the internet link.

Radio Winchcombe at the Wychwood Festival Sophie Lydia Smith, Kevin O’Flaherty, James Locke and Jim Hart were all involved in our first coverage of this Family Festival at Prestbury Park for three days in June. They recorded interviews of those attending, stall holders, organisers and various artists, even getting backstage to the main stage. Unfortunately, after weeks of technical enquiries, we could not bring a live broadcast but we did do Skype calls into James Locke’s Friday show and Jim and Sophie also presented a two hour live show on Sunday afternoon. Kevin was the main interview stalwart and even while the Sunday show was in progress he was still at the Festival recording and tweeting the very latest developments. Jim Hart said “It was the first time of doing live interviews for Kevin and Sophie but the two of them truly hit the street running to the extent that the organisers (WeAreFullFat.com) commented that they couldn’t believe it was their first time. It was great fun for us all and the organisers have already written inviting us back next year.” It was a great success and we certainly will consider returning and attending similar events in the future.

Radio Winchcombe Quiz Night On Friday 13th May we held a Quiz Night at The White Hart in Winchcombe which was so packed that additional tables and chairs had to be acquired, and there were still some standing! The evening was a roaring success raising a staggering £887 (far beyond our wildest dreams!). A huge “Thank you” to everyone who came along, everyone who bought raffle tickets, everyone who donated prizes and to those of you who provided donations! Thanks also to the organising team of Ros Martin, Mandy Clements-Hunt, Bev Harrell, Mary Vincent-Coulter and Lucy Newsum for a superb evening and a devilish quiz. We hope to organise another Quiz Night during the year. The money raised will go towards the funds necessary to keep Radio Winchcombe on the air for which we are very grateful.

In the picture you can see Sophie talking to a gentleman about oceans. John Oldham in Space Link-up! During the Cheltenham Science Festival John attended the final NASA press conference involving Major Tim Peake, the British astronaut who is currently on the International Space Station, before he heads home. John had the opportunity to ask Tim a question via a live link-up to the Space

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Waltz back in time at Winchcombe Tea Dance A Tea Dance revival is being staged in Winchcombe and lovers of vintage music are being invited to step into the popular Cotswold town and take part. The first tea dance was held in May and proved a huge success, another one followed in June and the next one will take place on Wednesday 20th July. Live music, with accompaniment, comes courtesy of Don Adams who plays dance tunes from the 1920s through to the 1960s. Organisers Sarah Hartley and Hilary Wright will be on hand to offer dance tips to anyone needing to brush up on their quick-step, cha-cha-cha or jive. The dances run from 2pm to 4pm at Abbey Fields Community Centre in

Back Lane and entry is £5 on the door (to include tea, coffee, cold drinks and a piece of cake). Sarah Hartley said: “Our first Tea Dances were very successful and people really enjoyed it. For next time we are hoping to have a demonstration and arrange some refresher lessons for those who are a little rusty. You don’t need a partner, there are several men and women who can dance with you, just come along and join in, everyone is welcome!” The Tea Dances are being held monthly and proceeds to to the Winchcombe Day Care Centre, a registered charity. Future dates are Wednesday 31st August, Wednesday 28th September, Wednesday 26th October and Wednesday 30th November.

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Summer Reads There are few things better than relaxing on a sun lounger in the garden with a good book. If you’re looking for some inspiration for your summer reads, we have plenty to tempt you with this month. Flawed – Cecelia Ahern A book which examines the idea of perfection, Flawed focuses on Celestine, who lives in a world where nothing less than perfection will be tolerated. Infractions come with a high penalty – offenders are branded as ‘flawed’ and become second class citizens, for life. Celestine knows how to play the game, but a moment of compassion towards one of the flawed has dire consequences. Celestine could now be branded herself. Bestselling author Cecelia Ahern has delivered another cracker. This one’s aimed at a young adult market, but definitely has crossover appeal. Best British Short Stories 2016 – edited by Nicholas Royle Now in its sixth year, this annual anthology brings together some of the best fiction from British writers published over the last 12 months. Editor Nicholas Royle has scoured the market, including other anthologies, magazines, newspapers and websites, to find this year’s selection. With a wide range of genres and voices, and a satisfying mix of authors, Best British Short Stories may well introduce you to a new favourite writer. Page 34

The Hanging Club – Tony Parsons There’s a band of vigilantes on the loose in London. With victims including a paedophile and a hate preacher, the killers are seen by many as heroes – delivering justice where the law has failed. But it’s DC Max Wolfe’s job to stop them. This is the third of Parsons’ books to feature DC Max Wolfe, and could well be his best yet. Ideal for fans of Lee Child and Patricia Cornwall, along with anyone else who loves a good crime novel, The Hanging Club will leave you questioning your own moral code. Gripping. My Name is Leon – Kit de Waal When nine year old Leon gets taken away from his mum, he thinks that’s as bad as it can get. But Leon’s little brother, Jake, is young enough to be adopted. Battling with grief for the loss of his brother, Leon finds an unlikely group of friends at his local allotments. However, this is the early eighties, racial tension is high and Leon is determined to find Jake, whatever the cost. This is one of those ‘just one more chapter’ books you’ll keep reading until the sun has gone down and the tears have left tracks down your cheeks.

The Museum of You – Carys Bray Single dad Darren Quinn’s priority is his daughter’s happiness. But what twelve year old Clover wants most is the one thing that causes Darren the most pain – the story of her mother. So Clover has decided that this summer she’ll find her own answers. Rich in description and dialogue, with endearing, believable characters, this is a very enjoyable book to while away those summer evenings. The Sudden Appearance of Hope – Claire North No one remembers Hope Ardern. Not her best friends, her parents, or the people she’s running from. Within a few seconds of encountering her, their memory is wiped clean. It’s as if she doesn’t exist. But they leave their impression on her. Now she’s on a personal mission to destroy a new computer program that’s turning people into ‘perfect’ versions of themselves, wiping their personalities in the process. A great book, which raises some serious questions about how far people will go in their quest for perfection.

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Health

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Growing Up, Not Growing Out: Childhood Obesity

Most parents would say their child’s health and life expectancy is vitally important. Yet nearly a third of all children in the UK are overweight or obese, potentially jeopardising their health and shortening their lifespan. Last year Simon Stevens, Chief Executive of NHS England, warned that “[poor diets] and couch potato lifestyles are normalising obesity and as parents, a third of us can’t now spot when our own child is seriously overweight”. National Childhood Obesity Week, running from 4th-10th July, aims to raise awareness of this escalating problem. The Scale and Dangers of Childhood Obesity The 2014 Public Health Survey for England identified 31.2% of 2-15 year olds as overweight or obese. The 2014/15 National Child Measurement identified 19.1% of Year 6 children (aged 10-11) as obese and 14.2% as overweight, while 9.1% of Reception children (aged 45) were already obese, with another 12.8% overweight. ‘Puppy fat’ that children ‘grow out of’ is a potentially dangerous myth. Obese children often grow into obese adults, increasing their risk of developing insulin resistance, premature onset of diabetes and heart disease, cardiovascular disease, Page 38

disability, musculoskeletal disorders (especially osteoarthritis) and some cancers. Dr Sania Nishtar, Co-Chair of the Commission on Ending Childhood Obesity, warns of obesity’s “impact on educational attainment” and “physical, psychological and health consequences”. Tackling the Problem • The National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) provides data to help the government understand and tackle children’s weight issues and aims to engage with families about healthy lifestyles and weight issues. Trained healthcare professionals measure the height and weight of Reception and Year 6 children annually and calculate their Body Mass Index (BMI) centile. • Initiatives such as Change4Life provide straightforward information about healthy family lifestyles. • The Sugar Tax may be controversial, but government research shows that if we halved the sugar in soft drinks, average sugar consumption would decrease significantly, particularly in 10-19 year olds. Dropping the nation’s sugar intake to recommended levels within 10 years would avoid 4,000 early deaths and save the NHS £480 million a year. What Parents Can Do: • Give them the best start. Exclusively breastfeeding babies until 6 months significantly reduces their risk of obesity. • Reduce Their Sitting Time. Prolonged sitting damages

health, even in people who exercise regularly. Keep binge-watching sessions to a minimum and break them up with bursts of activity. • Increase Their Physical Activity. This needn’t be team sports or gym sessions. Walking or cycling to school (even part way), playground trips, countryside walks, gardening, kicking a football around, swimming, indoor snowboarding, playing tag or fitness videogames all provide great exercise. • Ensure They Get Enough Sleep. Lack of sleep can affect appetite-stimulating hormones, as well as negatively affecting memory, concentration, immunity and mental and physical health. • Improve Their Diet > Reduce sugar. Beware hidden sugars in sauces and cereals, cut out sugary drinks, and gradually wean them off adding sugar to cereals or drinks. > Provide Five a Day. Any form of fruit or vegetables will do, but ration juices, as these contain ‘free’ sugars just as sugary drinks do. > Keep Portion Sizes Small for younger children. > Monitor Pocket Money Spending to ensure it isn’t spent on junk food and sweets.

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Number 10 Well St Kenelm’s Well St. Walk Kenelm's A circular walk along the drive to Sudeley Castle before ascending the side of the valley up to St Kenelm’s Well. Fine views of Winchcombe and the surrounding countryside. Distance: 4 miles/ 6.4 kms

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gently uphill to a gate on your right At the top C turn right onto a A. Go through keeping the play area tarmac lane and immediate left on your left and head for a metal along the signposted Wardens Way until you meet a tarmac lane. Turn left and follow the lane uphill.

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kissing gate. Go through the kissing gate and ahead of you the path splits.Take the left hand path heading for the far left hand corner of the field (The Home Parks). Go through a kissing gate and turn left B. In 20 metres pass through a kissing gate and walk ahead with trees and a farm track to your left.

Note: You can cut half a mile off by turning left C along the lane to a road junction. Turn left for 70 metres and turn right through a kissing gate by a farm track E. Where the hill levels out, turn left over a stile and walk towards woodland. Here climb two stiles in quick succession and enter the woodland. Follow a clear path for about 200 metres then climb a stile on your left to enter a field D.

Walk along the woodland edge to a road, turn left and walk downhill to In 200 metres follow the field Sudeley Hill Farm E. Here turn boundary to the right and again sharp right through a kissing gate Driveway to Sudeley Castle after a further 200 metres turn left and walk up the field and over a through a kissing gate to walk gently stile. Keep ahead and meet a track; Follow the main driveway, crossing uphill towards a house. bear left and pass the stone building the lake by the bridge and continue housing St Kenelm’s Well.

Continue ahead to climb a stile by a metal gate, then head uphill towards a gate on the horizon to the right of woodland and a pig pen.

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Shortly before the top of the hill by the pig pen F, turn left over a stile onto an enclosed path. Climb two further stiles and emerge into a field: keep close to the tree line on your right, past a way marked post and drop down to a stile on your left after about 400 metres. Continue downhill keeping close to the hedge line on your right. Cross another stile and admire the views of Winchcombe below and the surrounding countryside. Turn right and continue downhill keeping close to the fence on your right, to a stile in the bottom corner of the field. Climb this and continue on downhill, pass through a large gap in the hedge to your right and walk towards a kissing gate to the right of a large oak tree. Walk about 75 metres to cross a footbridge in the right hand hedgerow. Keep ahead towards a gate, passing to the left of a telegraph pole in the field. Turn right to walk along the tarmac road. After approx 200 metres turn left at a kissing gate signposted Gloucestershire Way footpath sign and cross the field bearing left. Go through a kissing gate and walk along an enclosed path between houses to a road. Turn right over the bridge and up Castle Street to arrive in the centre of Winchcombe. Turn left and Cowl Lane which leads to the car park is 40 metres ahead on your right.

Points of interest. Vineyard Street. Formerly known as Duck Street and the site of the town’s ducking stool, where scolds were dunked in the Isbourne river. Sudeley Castle. The castle has a well documented history and is a 15th century rebuild on the site of a 12th century castle. St Kenelm’s Well

This conduit house has a two foot deep well fed by a spring associated with most of the country’s most interesting saint. In the 11th century the story of the saint is told. It relates that King Kenulf, King of Mercia and founder of Winchcombe Abbey (in 789 A.D) had an heir Kenelm. His half sister Quenride was jealous of her brother and being ambitious murdered him and had his body hidden in Clent, North Worcestershire The Clent monks removed this body and carried it to Winchombe. Where the funeral cortège rested miraculous springs arose. Of these springs, only the two remain, that at Clent and here, the last resting place. The monks of Wincombe claimed the body and established a pilgrimage place, the spring being part of this pilgrimage.

This month, I’m excited to introduce my brother. Construction is nearly complete and he has already attracted lots of attention including press coverage, photo shoots and an interview with BBC Radio Gloucestershire. He is all set to take his 100 mile journey down to Marwell zoo for the Summer to help with their ‘zany zebra’ campaign, raising money and awareness for the endangered Grevy’s zebra and they have decided to name him Gulliver – due to his sheer size and the distance which he will be travelling! I shall be staying here at Winchcombe Reclamation but be sure to keep an eye out for the start of Gullivers travels as he is transported through Winchcombe and the Cotswolds. - Zaza Zebra

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Home & Interiors Storage Solutions For Every Room By Katherine Sorrell

Well-designed storage makes an enormous difference to our homes, so interiors expert Katherine Sorrell takes us through some room-by-room ideas. Our homes are full of stuff, and each room requires specific solutions. You could do this yourself, plotting on graph paper where doors, windows, radiators and other furnishings will go, making use of ‘dead’ spaces such as under stairs or sloping ceilings, the alcoves either side of a chimney breast or the space below a bay window. Alternatively, interior designers can create an overall ‘look’, but should understand space planning, while architects are suited to more extensive works that involve extensions or alterations, and can help to make the most of your space. Living Rooms Often the public face of a home, the living room is where you’ll show off treasured possessions whilst concealing less attractive items, so to cope with these twin demands build in storage that includes open shelving and/or display niches as well as Page 42

cupboards. A central chimney breast with alcoves either side is ideal for shelving above and cupboards below, or run a long, low cupboard along one wall – perhaps incorporating a fireplace or TV in the centre – the top of which can serve as seating or display space. If two rooms have been knocked into one there may be space for shelving or cupboards over the central double doors, or in a small room it may be possible to fit shelving above or around the door or the windows. Halls Hallway storage is all about organisation – slimline furniture such as console tables or storage benches works well. For a variety of storage types, supplement coat hooks behind the door with shoe racks at the bottom, an umbrella hook, and a shelf at the top. Alternatively, it may be possible to build an under-stair cupboard, kitted out with hooks, shelves and racks. Bathrooms Custom-made floor and wall cabinets are ideal for storing toiletries and spare towels, keeping surfaces clear, while vanity units with shelves, drawers and cabinets can be built around sanitaryware to cover up pipe work. Alternatively, consider free-standing options such as dressers, cupboards and chests, and wall-mounted

pieces like shelves, racks and mirrored cupboards. Pipe runs can be hidden behind false walls of studwork and plasterboard, within which you can punch shallow shelves and cupboards. Do the same when building a shower wall and create niches in which to store shampoos and soaps. Bedrooms There are four ways to fit out a bedroom: use free-standing pieces that you can take with you when you move (but probably won’t be space efficient); find a carpenter or joiner to make a bespoke room; use a fitted-furniture specialist, whose ranges often feature ingenious storage solutions; or use inexpensive, off-the-shelf elements from DIY shops or storage specialists, and make it up yourself. It’s a question of working out what best suits you, your property and your pocket. Children’s Rooms Raised beds with storage underneath are great for storing clothes or toys. Drawers should be easy to open, but with stops that prevent them from sliding right out. Use large boxes, baskets or cupboards for bigger toys, and smaller containers for things like Lego, toy soldiers and paints. Image - Form playroom storage, featuring Form Konnect 1x1 cubes, £10; Form floating shelves, from £5; and Form photo shelves, £10. All Form at B&Q, tel. 0333 014 3098; www.diy.com.

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What's On in July Cheltenham Music Festival Friday 1st July - Sunday 17th July, Cheltenham Town Hall, Pitville Pump Rooms and other local venues

The Cheltenham Music Festival is all about high-calibre performances, magnificent venues and a huge variety of music, from classical – symphonic, choral, chamber, contemporary and early music – to jazz, folk, electronica, spoken word and film. For more information, please call 01242 850270 or visit www. cheltenhamfestivals.com/music Bishops End Light Railway Open Day Saturday 2nd July, 10am - 4pm, 5 Two Hedges Road, Bishop's Cleeve, GL52 8DS Come and see this amazing railway, the garden alone is worth a visit, the railway is a bonus! Admission: Adults £2, children £1, family £5, all include a free tea or coffee, and a piece of cake. Blue Moon Harmony Choir Coffee Morning Saturday 2nd July, Woodmancote Village Hall, GL52 4PY The choir will sing at 10.20am and 11.05am. Tea & Coffee and cakes will be available for purchase. A raffle will also be held. Cleeve Fest Saturday 2nd July, 12 noon 11pm, Bishop's Cleeve Football Club, Kayte Lane, GL52 3PD Bishops Cleeve Football Club are hosting their Cleeve Fest beer

& cider festival. Admission is £10 and overnight camping is available. For more information, please call 07879 697362. Cleeve Chorale Summer Concert 2nd July, 7pm, Bishop's Cleeve Primary Academy

Tickets £10 each. Accompanied children free. Children from the Academy will also be singing at the concert. Items will include "Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo" by Flanders and Horovitz and varied solos by members of the choir.

British Army. We would especially appreciate any relatives of those who were involved in the battle getting in touch with our chairman Colin, either via crbassett@uwclub. net or on 07768317275. St. Peter's Church Summer Fete Sunday 3rd July, 12 noon - 5.30pm, St. Peter’s Church, Gloucester Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LU A fun-filled afternoon for all the family with a pig roast, traditional games, stalls, raffle, teas/coffee, ice cream and cream teas. Winchcombe Folk Night Tuesday 5th July, 8.00pm 11.00pm, The White Hart Inn, High St, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ

Sudeley Castle & Gardens Tudor Day Sunday 3rd July, 10am, Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD

Go back in time to 1535 with a royal visit from Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, who will be delighted to meet you, their loyal subjects, whilst taking in the beautiful gardens and entertainment of the day. For more information visit: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk. Centenary of the Battle of the Somme Sunday 3rd July, 11am, Bishop's Cleeve War Memorial The Woodmancote and District Royal British Legion Branch are holding a short service to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of The Somme. The Battle was fought at terrible cost and its first day of conflict remains the bloodiest day in the history of the

Open Mic Night: a mixture of regular contributors performing traditional and contemporary songs as well as newcomers. Come along from some great music and atmosphere. Admission: free (voluntary charity contribution). For more information call: 01242 602236. 2000trees 2016 Thursday 7th July Saturday 9th July, Upcote Farm, Withington, GL54 4BL Celebrating its 10th year, this event is going to be the biggest yet. 200trees is all about the British music scene and aims to provide you with the opportunity to discover new bands. This year’s headline acts are Twin Atlantic and Refused. For ticket information and prices please go to www.twothousandtreesfestival.co.uk. Cleeve Common Event Flower Foray Friday 8th July Wild flower hunt across

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...events cont'd Cleeve Hill – a five mile walk over the common and the adjoining butterfly reserve. For full details, please visit www.cleevecommon. org.uk. Please note that, for some events, booking is essential and there is a small charge, payable in advance.

The Pied Piper Junior Aquathlon is a fun sporting challenge which raises funds for two charities and is designed for children aged 8 to 16. The aquathlon comprises of a swim in the heated main pool of the lido followed by a run around Sandford Park. Entry cost is £16.00; to enter please visit www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk

Cheltenham Pretty Muddy 5K Saturday 9th July, from 10am, Cheltenham Racecourse, Prestbury Park, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course where you can show cancer that hell hath no fury like a woman in pink. You must be over 13 years old to take part in this event. Women aged 16+: £19.99; Girls aged 13-15: £10.00. Bring a change of clothes for after your event and a towel to wipe off the worst of the mud; remember there are no showers or lockers at Pretty Muddy events, but there will be a bag drop area. Don’t forget to bring your friends and family along to support you. You and your friends can also join the fight by volunteering. Our events can't take place without the hundreds of people who give up their time. Go to bit.ly/RFLCent to find out more and sign-up! Winchcombe Gardening Club Flower Show Saturday 9th July 10.30am 12.30pm, Methodist Church Hall Entry is 50p and tea and coffee will be available. Pied Piper Junior Aquathlon Saturday 9th July Sandford Park Lido, Cheltenham Page 46

Curry Night for Charity Saturday 9th July, 7pm Woodmancote Village Hall A charity curry evening to support the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Society which works to promote health, welfare and employment within this region of India. The evening will include a three course meal, prepared and provided by the Saffron Lounge. The cost is £20 and will include an illustrated talk about the work of the charity. For more information and tickets contact 01242 663726 or 01684 562571. Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Events Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, GL54 5DT

Saturday 9th July: Fish & Chips Special. The train departs Toddington at 7pm for a leisurely Saturday evening ride through the Cotswold Countryside with a large fish and chips meal delivered to your reserved seats by the train stewards. Sunday 10th July: Classic

Bus Rally & Running Day. Toddington car park will be full of buses of every shape, type and age from throughout the region. Services will be run troughout the day. Normal ticket prices apply. Friday 29th Sunday 31st July: Heritage Diesel Festival and Open Day. A chance to relive the 60`s and 70`s with a superbly restored collection of heritage diesel locomotives. Entry to the site will be ticket only. There is no entry fee. For further details please visit www.gwsr.com. Tewkesbury Medieval Festival Saturday 9th July - Sunday 10th July, Tewkesbury Town Centre Events will run from 11am to 6pm on Saturday and from 11am to 5pm on Sunday. This is a free festival that has been held in Tewkesbury for over 30 years. It's Europe's largest medieval re-enactment, and fun for all the family is guaranteed. For more information please call 01684 855040 or visit www. tewkesburymedievalfestival.org. Cheltenham Race for Life 5K and 10K Sunday 10th July, from 11am, Cheltenham Racecourse, Prestbury Park, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH Show cancer that hell hath no fury like a woman in pink by taking part in the Race for Life 2016 5K event or up the challenge and declare war on cancer by taking part in a Race for Life 2016 10K event. 10K is a great step up from our 5K events but you can still run, walk or even dance your way around the course! Adult entry (16+ women-only) - £14.99, child entry (6 -15 girls and boys under 13) - £10.00. Under 6 entry (boys and girls) - free and no registration needed. Don’t forget to bring your friends and family

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along to! You and your friends can also join the fight by volunteering. Our events can't take place without the hundreds of people who give up their time. Go to bit.ly/RFLCent to find out more and sign-up! Cheltenham Cricket Festival Wednesday 13th July - Sunday 24th July, Cheltenham College, GL53 7AB This popular cricket festival has been going for over 140 years! There will be a host of events to attend plus free coaching for children in the Abercrombie & Kent coaching zone. Food and drink will be available at the ground. For more information and tickets visit: www.gloscricket.co.uk/cricket/ cheltenham-cricket-festival Cotswold Beer Festival Friday 22nd July - Sunday

24th July, Fri 7pm-11pm, Sat 11.30am-3pm and 7pm-11pm, Sun 12am-3pm (depending on beer stocks), Postlip Hall, Winchcombe A CAMRA event. Come to the 40th Cotswold Beer Festival and chose from a selction of 70-80 Real ales and 2530 Ciders and Perries. Coaches available from Winchcombe and Cheltenham. For more information visit: www.gloucestershirecamra. org.uk/cbf Rovin Fest UK Friday 22nd July - Sunday 24th July, Newlands Park, Southam Lane, Cheltenham This musical extravaganza will be supporting the charity Winston`s Wish. It will feature music on 3 stages plus special children’s events, a food village, funfair and much more.

For tickets and information please visit www.rovinfest.com. Livestock Festival Friday 29th July - Sunday 31st July, Manor Farm, Longdon, Tewkesbury, GL20 6AT A weekend of comedy, music, local food and drink, and fun for all the family. There will even be an outdoor cinema. Event times: Friday 5pm to 2am, Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 2am. Adult weekend camping tickets are £110, adult day tickets cost £35.00, tickets for 11-17-year-old`s are £20 and U10`s pay £1. For further information call 01684 833133.

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...events cont'd welcome to mother, toddler and baby groups helping children to be happy in a safe enviornment. For more information contact: 07843 161159. Bishop’s Cleeve Methodist Church Women's Fellowship Meetings Wednesdays, 2pm, Church Hall New members of both sexes always welcome. 6th July: outing, time TBA. Bishop's Cleeve Players Meet every second Tuesday of the month, 7.30 - 9.30pm School Room, The Tithe Barn We are a friendly local amateur dramatic group who welcome anyone with an interest in the theatre. There are a variety of roles within our group not just for those wishing to act. No previous experience neccessary. Get in touch via email: bishopscleeveplayers@yahoo. co.uk or come along to one of our monthly meetings. For more information visit: www.bishopscleeveplayers.co.uk Bishop’s Cleeve WI Meeting Tuesday 19th July, 7.15pm, The Tithe Barn, Cheltenham Road, Bishop's Cleeve, GL52 8LU Life at Barrington Court, speaker Richard Burton. New members and visitors always welcome. For more information contact 01242 677520. Brownies (7-10 years) Through regular meetings, special events, day trips, sleepovers, camps and holidays, Brownies learn new hobbies, play music, explore other cultures and get adventurous outdoors. Girls can also extend their knowledge and abilities by working towards Brownie interest badges covering Page 48

many different hobbies and activities. We are a registered charity and operate under The Guide Association. For more information contact Jacqui Dent on 01242 890505. Cheltenham Parkinson’s Group Last Tuesday of the month – evenings or daytime depending on the activity, St Mark's Methodist Church Hall, Gloucester Road, Cheltenham, GL51 8PX We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities, all are welcome to join us. Contact Jane Henderson, Volunteer Coordinator, on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk if you are interested in coming along. See more at www.parkinsons.org. uk/local-support-groups/regions/ cheltenham-and-district-branch Cleeve Carers & Friendship Group Tuesdays, 2pm, St. Michael’s Hall Cleeve Carers and Friendship group reaches out to those in the community who may not be carers but are home alone or would simply like to meet with others for friendship. 12th July: Games we used to play, speaker Caroline Sanderson. Guided Walks of Historic Winchcombe Every Sunday from Easter Sunday to end of October, 11.00am & 2.30pm Tourist Information Centre Free Town Walks for anyone who is interested in the fascinating history of Winchcombe – from ancient Saxon Borough to WW2 and beyond. The walks are short and easy and designed to be accessible to all (less than a mile). Duration: 1–1¼ hours. The walks are led by local people who are keen to share the history of, and their enthusiasm for, the area. Places are limited to 10, but larger parties can probably be catered for if pre-booked. For more information come into the Tourist Information Centre in Winchcombe, call 01242

602925 or email: winchwalks.13@ gmail.com Royal British Legion Winchcombe Branch Meet Mondays, 7.30pm, The Winchcombe Conservative W. M. Club, Abbey Terrace, GL54 5LW The Royal British Legion is the UK‘s leading Armed Forces charity and one of its largest membership organisations. Members get together through the network of branches and clubs all over the country and overseas to participate in social, fundraising and welfare activities. Membership is open to everyone. For dates and more information visit: branches.britishlegion.org. uk/branches/winchcombe or contact John Welch on 01242 602 233 or 07798 538 864. Winchcombe Duplicate Bridge Club Meet every Friday from 1.45pm- about 5.30pm, The Community Centre, Langley Close, Winchcombe The table money cost is £2 per person and we serve tea & biscuits for 20p. Any one wishes to join please contact our Chairman Ted Phillips on 01242 620451. Winchcombe Film Society Fridays Subscriptions cost £20 per season and entitle the subscriber to attend 10 film screenings free of charge and include complimentary tea/ coffee and biscuits. For further information please email: winchcombefilmsociety@gmail.com Mercia Probus Club of Winchcombe, Wednesday Group Meet fortnightly on Wednesdays, 10.00am - 12.00 Noon, Wichcombe Methodist Church Hall (at the rear of the building) The Mercia Probus Club for men provides an opportunity for retired or semi-retired people to meet and socialise. Following a friendly chat with other members over coffee, we enjoy good quality speakers who present on a

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variety of interesting subjects. For more information please contact John Pearce on 01242 602834 or John Rowe on 01242 604305. Methodist Church High Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ The Methodist Church is not only a central hub of the town for Methodist Worship on Sundays at 10.30am and meeting point on Thursdays between 10am and Noon, our premises are also available to hire for clubs and anyone representing art, craft, activity or most other nonpolitical groups on various days and times each week (providing you do not clash with regular groups using our premises at this present time). Please ring John Rowe on 01242 604305 for further details and to book your time. 1st Winchcombe Scout Group The Group is home to a Beaver Colony, Cub Pack and Scout Troop with a growing membership of some 60 young people and adult helpers. For more information contact Jim Maher on 01386 881474. Woodmancote Probus Club Tuesdays, 10.00am New Village Hall, Woodmancote Meetings start with refreshments followed by a talk at 10.30am. 5th July: Marie Marvingt, Godmother of the Air Ambulance, speaker Peter Donovan. 12th July: Cotswold Enigmas, speaker Aylwin Simpson. 19th July: AGM. 26th July: Dealing with Disasters, focus on Windsor Castle fire.

Fitness Happenstance Meet every Thursday evening, 7.30- 9pm, Abbey Primary School Happenstance Border Morris dancing and musicians welcomes both men and women of all ages. In the summer months we like to dance out. For more information please contact Cressida Pryor on 01242 604120/ 07791004649.

Winchcombe Walkers Last Thursday of each month A relaxed group of people who meet on a casual basis for a walk of 5-8 miles. Our leaders are volunteers and we aim to cover the whole 12 months at our annual get together, usually towards the end of the year. For more information contact Paul Clark via email: clarksph@yahoo.co.uk

Gardening Winchcombe Gardening Club Wednesdays, 7.30pm, Methodist Church Hall, Winchcombe Visitors and new members always welcome. For further information contact Diggory Davies on 01242 609590 or visit www.gfgs.org.uk/members/ winchcombe

Music Blue Moon Harmony Choir Thurs evenings, 7.30pm - 9.30pm Bishop's Cleeve Junior School Blue Moon Harmony Choir was founded in 2002 with over forty regular members. However, we would welcome new singers in all parts. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and friendly support as we practice new songs together. You donÂšt have to read music as CDs are supplied to help with learning. For more information call John on 01242 251531 or visit: www.bluemoonharmony.co.uk Cleeve Chorale Tuesdays 7.30pm Bishopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cleeve Primary Academy Are you interested in having a good sing (no previous experience required)? Then come along to our rehearsal nights. For more information call: 01242 672881. Cleeve Harmony Ladies A Capella Chorus Wednesday evenings, 7.45-10pm, The Tithe Barn Whether you are a Bedroom Beginner, a Shower Songstress or an Experienced Singer, come and join

in this brand new chorus. For more information, email Donna at cleeve. md@gmail.com or ring on 07737 280336. You can also find us on Facebook: Cleeve Harmony Chorus. Gotherington Singers Mon evenings, 7.30pm - 9.30pm, Gotherington Village Hall We are a ladies choir formed 49 years ago in Gotherington. If you are interested in joining us come along to one of our rehearsals and see how you like us! We are a very friendly group performing a wide and varied range of music, and we will give you a warm welcome! For more information call Vivien on 01242 523168, or visit our website www.gotheringtonsingers.co.uk The Isbourne Singers Wednesdays 8.00 - 9.00pm Guide Hall, Winchcombe We are a ladies choir who meet once a week singing a variety of music including classical and songs from the shows. New members welcome. No audition necessary. A warm welcome awaits you. For more information call Jean on 01242 603204 or John on 01242 672849. Winchcombe Community Choir Meets every Wednesday during term time, 10am to 12 Noon Cleeve Room, Abbey Fields Community Centre, Back Lane For more information contact Chrissie on 01386 552736 or 07707 675216 or email chrissieleaney@ naturalvoice.net or Liz on 01905 620827 or 07850 547916 or email lizhooper@naturalvoice.net.

MARKETS Country Market Every Thursday morning, 9.00am - 10.30am, Guide Hall, High Street, Winchcombe, GL54 5LJ Second Saturday of every month, 9.00am - 12.00 pm, under the Town Hall, outside the Tourist Information Office Contact: 01242 603124 or 01242 603673; Email: slucyhall@hotmail.com.

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Finance

By Ann Haldon

Which type of ISA is best for you? put your money to one side. You get instant access to your savings, and need to be at least 16 years of age to open this account.

Individual Savings Accounts were first introduced in 1999. They provided exemption from income tax and capital gains tax, and quickly became a popular place to save and invest. Back then, it was a straightforward choice between a Cash ISA or a Stocks and Shares equivalent, but with seven different types of Individual Savings Account now available, making the right choice is much more complicated. So how do you know which ISA is best for you, and even whether you’re eligible to apply? We take a look at the different ISA accounts available, to identify which ones might suit your needs. Instant access cash Isa A straightforward tax-free savings account offered by banks and building societies - interest rates have fallen considerably in recent years, but it’s also a risk-free way to Page 50

stocks and shares Isa Stocks and Shares ISAs are open to anyone aged 18 or over. The money is divided between various investment products, including company shares, government and corporate bonds, and unit trusts. Although as an investment there’s greater risk with a Stocks and Shares ISA, you can control your exposure to it by splitting your annual allowance between this and a Cash ISA. JunIor Isa Parents can save for their children in a Junior ISA. It’s open to children under the age of 18, but the child can only open an account if they are aged 16 or over. The annual allowance currently stands at £4,080, but a child between the ages of 16 and 18 can also open an adult ISA, which boosts their saving capacity. For a child under the age of 16, the account must be opened by a parent or legal guardian, but there are no restrictions on who can pay money in once it’s open. help to Buy Isa A fairly recent addition to

the ISA family, the Help to Buy ISA was introduced in December 2015 in an attempt to boost the first-time buyer market. For every £4 saved, the government has pledged to add a £1 bonus (up to a maximum of £3,000), making it a great way to save for a deposit on a first property. There are limits on how much you can save each month, however, so it’s a good idea to start saving early. You can put away a maximum of £200 a month into a Help to Buy ISA, as well as a lump sum of up to £1,000 when the account is opened. You’ll receive the bonus when your property purchase is complete, and as couples are entitled to have a Help to Buy ISA each, there’s the potential to receive an extra £6,000 from the government. InherItance Isa To avoid having to pay tax on a deceased partner’s ISA savings, the Chancellor introduced the facility to inherit tax-free from December 2014. From the date of a spouse’s death, the surviving partner is granted an Additional Permitted Subscription (APS) for the total amount in the account, and has three years in which to use it. Once an APS application form has been completed, they can open an account in their own name and the money will be transferred across.

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lIfetIme Isa The Lifetime ISA will be introduced from 2017, and is for people between the ages of 18 and 39. A 25% bonus from the government is available, so for every £4 saved they will put in £1 up to a maximum of £1,000. If money is withdrawn for anything other than a house purchase, you’ll be charged 5% on the amount taken out and lose the government bonus. It can be used towards the purchase of a house up to the value of £450,000, otherwise you need to keep the money in the account until the age of 60 to avoid the penalty. Additionally, the account needs to be open for a minimum period of a year to qualify for the government top-

up. You can hold a Lifetime ISA and a Help to Buy ISA at the same time, but are only eligible to receive the bonus on one of them. InnovatIve fInance Isa This is seen to be a riskier choice for investors, but one that potentially brings higher returns. One of the risks is that your money won’t be protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme because the banks are not involved. You place your money with peer-to-peer lending platforms, which could attract a higher rate of interest than with Cash or Stocks and Shares ISAs. At the time of writing, however, there are only eight such online lenders offering this type of ISA.

The ISA limit for the 2016/17 tax year is £15,240, rising to £20,000 in 2017/18, and the savings year runs from 6th April to the following 5th April. Each type of ISA has its own pros and cons, and it’s worth remembering that unless you opt for a fixed rate ISA, interest rates can fluctuate widely throughout the year. http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/ money/saving/article-3505692/ The-seven-different-types-offerchoose-one-you.html http://www.moneywise. co.uk/banking-saving/savingsaccounts-isas/how-to-inherit-isa http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/ money/mortgageshome/article3520497/From-new-LifetimeIsa-shared-ownership-banishtime-buyer-blues.html

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You have two minutes to find all the words of three or more letters that can be made from the letters above. Plurals are allowed, proper nouns are not. The 6 letter word will always be just a normal everyday word.

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BAMASPBOO Puzzle & Crossword Solutions Money

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TARGET Excellent: 16 or more words Good: 13 words Fair: 10 words

1. George Washington 2. Standing order (note: direct debit is incorrect as this doesn't refer to fixed amounts) 3. Blue 4. £525 (£500 plus £25) 5. Wall Street 6. Seven ("Money Money Money" twice, plus "If I had a little money, it's a rich man's world") 7. Three 8. Baring's Bank 9. Two kilograms of one pound coins (£210 v £166) 10. The board game Monopoly

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