sept 2011 chelt

LOCAL INFORMATION • SHOPPING • EATING OUTMAPS • ENTERTAINMENT • SERVICES • OFFERS

cheltenham& The Cotswolds

The Local

YOUR FAVOURITE FREEMIUM SEPTEMBER 2011

Cut yourenergy billswith an energy efficient gasboiler.

Upgrade to a more efficient andreliable boiler and you could cutyour annual heating bills by upto a quarter.

And with a free 5 year warrantyon every Worcester boiler therehas never been a better time tocontact us to arrange a free noobligation survey.

Call us now on

01242 222 641and book your free survey today.

www.shackleton-wintle.co.uk

GAS BOILER INSTALLATIONSFROM THE EXPERTS

PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEERS

GAS TM

15977

The LocalANSWER

Welcome to...

After the summer holidays, September always feels like arefreshing and exciting month. There’s a slight nip in thebreeze and it’s a time of fresh starts. New terms start forschools and colleges, making it a great time to revisit an oldinterest or try something new. If classes aren’t your thing,then get your cultural kicks from one of the many eventsacross the county that celebrate our local history andheritage – turn to our ‘What’s On’ pages for lots of ideas.Speaking of trying new things, there are some tantalizingtreats to tempt your taste buds this month. Why not visitthe Beer and Cider Festival or the Great Taste FoodMarket in Gloucester? Or, closer to home in Cheltenham,visit The Wheatsheaf in Leckhampton for one of theirspecial ‘taster’ evenings where delicious treats will beserved up using top quality meat and seasonal produce.Now is also the time to focus on your home and gardenand get those important bits of maintenance done beforethe dark nights and winter weather are upon us. Perhapsyour gutter needs clearing, your garden needs a tidy-up, oryour chimney needs sweeping before longer evenings andcooler temperatures draw you to your fireside. See ourHomes and Gardens section for advertisers who can helpyou with all of these tasks.If all that sounds too much like hard work, and summerhas left you feeling more frazzled than relaxed, then spoilyourself with some pampering. Whether it’s an indulgentSunday lunch, a relaxing massage or simply an uplifting walkin the country, you will find plenty of inspiration in the pagesof this magazine.

Have a great September!

Managing DirectorDave Kingscott

t 01242 541070 m 07885 432 058e [email protected]

EditorialAlison Hamblingt 01242 541073

e [email protected]

DistributionHelen Kingscott


AdvertisingAndy Bellingham


Malcolm Cantwellt 01242 541074 m 07811 910 128e [email protected] Huo – t 01242 541076e [email protected]

ProductionSusan Bozzardt 01242 541075

e [email protected]

1 Ullenwood Court, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL53 9QSThe Local Answer Limited TO ADVERTISE IN

CHELTENHAM’SFAVOURITE

FREEMIUMTelephone

01242 510500

ContentsFood & Entertainment 5Delicious Dishes 7Short Walks 14What’s On 18Did You Know? 29Vouchers 30Health & Beauty 32Feeling Great 33Homes & Gardens 36In the Garden 47Professional Services 48Money Matters 55Competition Winners 57People First Policing 57Index of Advertisers 58

Competition pages5, 6, 19 & 31

The Local Answer www.TheLocalAnswer.co.uk

FRESH FRUITDELIVEREDTO YOURWORK PLACE

Get locally grown fresh fruit boxes deliveredweekly - direct to your work place.

Our fruit boxes are just £10.00 per box.Prices include FREE delivery within 5 mileradius of Cheltenham town centre.

For more information on our work placedelivery service contact us :-

Daytime 01242 268 178on our mobile 07952 067304or email: [email protected]

www.thestablecompany.org

The

Log on at www.muffin-man.netto view Christmas party menus.Join our mailing list and receivea £10 voucher (terms and conditions apply)

01242 2289893 Crescent Terrace, Cheltenham GL50 3PE

New Autumn MenuBBrreeaakkffaasstt LLuunncchh TTeeaa

GREAT BRITISH FOODNothing complicated or challenging, just

straightforward hearty ingredients and recipes

Bath Road, Cheltenham – Telephone: 01242 574390wifi AVAILABLE

EVERY SUNDAYKARAOKEGREAT ATMOSPHERE!

EVERY FRIDAYENTERTAINMENT

8.30 till late

LIVE SPORT3 LARGE SCREENS!

Live!

237 Cirencester Road,Charlton Kings,

Cheltenham GL53 8EB

~ 01242 529404 ~

Bar open: 12am-11pm Sun-Thu & 12am-Midnight Fri & SatRestaurant open: Tue-Sat 12-2pm& 6-9pm, Sun 12-3.00pm

The Little OWL

TRADITIONAL SUNDAY CARVERY2 courses for £10Served from 12.00-3.00pm ~ Booking is strongly advised

Bookings nowbeing taken for

Christmas menus now available

FREEFUNCTION ROOM

Celebrate yourspecial occasion in style

SKITTLE ALLEYStill available most nights!

Ring formore details

FREE

To Advertise call 01242 510500 The Local Answer

WITH Gloucester Rugby being onlydays away now from its opening matchagainst Northampton Saints at FranklinsGardens on Sunday, 4th September, wewent along to Kingsholm to hear fromGloucester’s local lad, Andy Hazell, onwhat life is like as they begin an excitingnew season.Andy is Gloucester’s longest serving

player, with 244 games since his debutin 1997 and is signed up to stay atGloucester until the summer of 2013.Being a local lad through and through,

from his early school days at HempstedPrimary School to Severn Vale School,Andy says nothing could prise him away from hisGloucester roots.While at Severn Vale his sports master suggested rugby

was more of his game than football, and Andy went alongto the under 19’s trial at Oxstalls. He was picked by coachRichard Hill and put forward to go professional.After a tough six months of challenging training, with

the support of his family, he proved his worth and wasdelighted to be rewarded with a contract. Andy trainsnearly every day, and says “Gloucester has a specialatmosphere, great stadium and fantastic supporters.”

His family are amongst his greatestfans and avid critics. He has twoyoung daughters who often sporttheir rugby shirts to support theirdad. Being a Gloucester boy he feelsa special responsibility to his fans. Beit his cousins in the stand or his fansin the supermarket – being a localplayer means he is certainly kept onhis toes!A specialist open-side flanker,

Andy has won 7 caps for Englandand was in the training squad for twoworld cups.When asked which clubs he

considers to be Gloucester’s greatest rivals, Andysuggested Worcester Warriors and Bath – who visitKingsholm on the 10th and 24th September respectively.He feels a huge sense of pride playing for Gloucesterand is looking forward to the new season with greatanticipation, playing alongside fellow old favouritessuch as Lesley Vainikolo and Peter Buxton as well asGloucester’s new signings for the 2011-2012 season.

Andy with teammates Matt Cox(centre) and HenryTrinder

THE 2011-12 SEASON BEGINS

AndyHazell

Gloucester Rugby have kindlygiven us 5 pairs of tickets in theC&G Stand for the home gameagainst London Irish onSaturday, 1st October (1pm) forlucky readers to win.To enter the draw, just sendyour name, address andtelephone number to:London Irish Draw, The LocalAnswer, 1 Ullenwood Court,Ullenwood, Cheltenham GL539QS. Closing date: Wednesday14th September 2011.

TICKETSTO WIN!

GLOUCESTER RUGBYKingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm RoadKingsholm, Gloucester GL1 3AX

t 0871 871 87 81e [email protected] www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk

YES – you could win this fantastic prize, kindly provided by The Parrot Bar andGrill, to enjoy with family or friends. Known for its sensational steaks, The Parrotserves an excellent range of starters, main courses and desserts for you andyour fellow diners to choose from – including vegetarian options.Several factors combine to make dining at The Parrot a wonderfulexperience – locally-sourced fresh ingredients and award-winningmeats, homemade desserts, excellent service, spacious dining areas,great décor and a relaxed atmosphere – plus the confidence of knowingThe Parrot has been awarded a five star food hygiene rating.To enter, just send your name, address, telephone numbers andemail address to: ‘The Parrot Draw’, The Local Answer, 1 UllenwoodCourt, Ullenwood, Cheltenham GL53 9QS. Closing date forentries is Friday 16th September 2011.

DON’T WAIT TO SEE IF YOU WIN . . .The Parrot has two great offers during September – a free bottle of wineto be enjoyed with evening meals (see below) and their fabulous 2-4-1 ona selection of scrumptious lunches Monday to Saturday – just use the couponon our vouchers page for you and a friend to have a brilliant lunch for only £6.90!

The Parrot Bar and Grill

4 North Place, Cheltenham GL50 4DW ~ 01242 526965 ~ www.TheParrotBar.com

Cheltenham’s Dedicated Steak House

FFoooodd sseerrvveedd:: Monday-Saturday 12-2.30pm & 6-9.30pm Sunday Roast 12-4pm

HAVE A DRINK WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS ...FFRREEEE bboottttllee ooff wwiinnee wwiitthh aannyy ttwwoo mmaaiinn ccoouurrsseess ffrroommoouurr eevveenniinngg mmeennuu wwiitthh tthhiiss aaddvveerrtt iinn SSeepptteemmbbeerr 22001111

Discover fine food

WIN A 3-COURSE MEAL FOR FOUR PEOPLE

PLUS A BOTTLE OF HOUSE WINE

Forget about buying boringshop bought scotch eggswith no taste.If you want to impress yourfriends, or your family withsomething different, thenlook no further. You canincrease or decrease thechilli to taste, dependingon who you’re catering for.

You will need:500g high quality sausage meat; 10 eggs (8 for the scotcheggs and 2 for the egg wash); 1 medium onion; 3 clovesof garlic; 1½ spoons of Italian herbs (dried or freshchopped basil, rosemary and thyme; generous helping ofsalt and pepper; 2 dessert spoons of chilli sauce;2 dessert spoons of tomato sauce; handful of choppedparsley; 200g breadcrumbs; 200g flour; small amount ofmilk to add to egg wash; vegetable oil for frying.MethodStart by boiling the 8 eggs on a medium/high heat for 8minutes. In the meantime, put the sausage meat in a largemixing bowl, adding in 3 cloves of chopped garlic as wellas the chopped onion. Start adding in the Italian herbs,chilli sauce, tomato ketchup, parsley and the salt andpepper. To mix use a large wooden spoon to thoroughlybind all the ingredients together.Prepare your working surface with a tray of the flour,separate tray of breadcrumbs and whisk the eggs and milktogether for the egg wash.When the eggs are cooked, peel back the shells. To makethe scotch eggs come together, cover your hands in agenerous amount of the flour and take a handful of thesausage meat. Squash the sausage meat between twohands to form a small pancake shape, making sure there’senough mixture to cover the egg. If you find you needmore flour to stop the mixture from sticking together,simply add more as necessary. Take an egg and wrap themixture around it, making sure it’s covered all the wayaround. Afterwards, roll the egg in the egg wash, and thencover with breadcrumbs.To cook the scotch eggs, use a fryer at a setting of 170degrees, turning occasionally for 12-15 minutes until theyturn a golden brown colour. Alternatively, you can use aheavy based frying pan on a medium heat to cook themfor roughly 5 minutes, and then pop in the oven for afurther 7-8 minutes for a lighter recipe.Leave to cool and cut in halves or quarters for a very fillingand beautifully tasting snack or starter for a dinner party inany season. We love dipping them in more sweet chillisauce for an extra fiery kick!

Recipe courtesy of Shirley Keene at:

Telephone 01242 [email protected]

Shirley’sCatering Services

Delicious DishesScrumptiousScotch EggsPreparation time ~ 20 minutesCooking time ~ 12/15 minutes


SShhiirrlleeyy’’ssCCaatteerriinngg SSeerrvviicceessWe are a bespoke catering company which hasover 14 years’ experience in all types of events.

We pride ourselves on our highly recommendedfood, service and that extra attention to detail

which our clients love.

If you are looking for a private function,corporate event, canapé cocktail party or asmall business lunch, Shirley’s Catering can

suit all occasions.

For more information about menu options andprices, do not hesitate to contact us on

01242 [email protected]

Special Occasion?

Jane’s Flowers@ Roots & Fruits

250 Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7NB – 01242 216773Say it

with Flowers!

For all your floral needs fromhand-tied bouquets to button holes

Range of seasonal Indoor and Outdoor plantsAll types of sympathy flowers

Delivery service in the Cheltenham area

For all your floral needs fromhand-tied bouquets to button holes

Range of seasonal Indoor and Outdoor plantsAll types of sympathy flowers

Delivery service in the Cheltenham area

ALONG theA435 Cheltenham to Cirencester Road, overthe Seven Springs roundabout, there is a hidden gemcalled the Old Rectory Restaurant.Built in 1860, it is a traditional Victorian residence with

two charming dining rooms– one catering for 12 guests,the other for up to 20 – bothlooking out onto the lovelygarden. Either room canbe used for private diningparties, with menus andprices tailored to suit theoccasion. There is no hirecost and they even decoratethe room if required!Proprietors Sean & Diana Pearce offer a warm

welcome to all and pride themselves on serving thefinest Cotswold meats, fresh fish from Brixham, localvegetables and homemade desserts that are truly sinful!The menu includes specialities such as Fillet Steak

Rossini (hung 21 days), Lamb Fillet in Cumberland Sauceand Gloucester Duckling in Black Cherries and Brandy.Vegetarians might be tempted by Wild Mushroom &Celery Brioche with Plum Sauce or fresh Sea Bass withPernod and Scampi sauce. Dessert favourites includebaked Treacle Sponge and Orange and CointreauCharlotte Russe.The Old Rectory is now taking bookings for Autumn

parties and Christmas festivities. For details ofmenus and Christmas functions please ring Dianaon 01242 870120.

Old World Charm

www.theoldrectorycolesbourne.co.uk

The OldRectory Re staurantCole sbourne , Che lte nham gl53 9np

Booking now for theChristmas Festivities

Bookings advised: 01242 870120See website for sample menu

Dine in StyleEnjoy a wide range of traditional & exciting dishesusing fresh seasonal produce, cooked to order.Dinner from 6.30pm. Lunch from 12 noon.

Traditional Sunday LunchMulti choice 3 course menu £15.50

Private Dining RoomIdeal venue to celebrate a special

occasion or a get togetherwith friends.10-20 guests - no hire charge

“A hidden gem–fantastic food–great atmosphere”


��

��

��

��

�

ALL JEWELLERY IN ANY CONDITIONDIAMONDS OF ALL SIZES AND QUALITIESSCRAP/BROKEN GOLD, PLATINUM & SILVERGOLD & SILVER COINS, MILITARY MEDALSQUALITY WRIST & POCKET WATCHESALL SILVERWARE, CANDLESTICKS, CUTLERY ETCQUALITY VINTAGE & ANTIQUE JEWELLERYWE EVEN BUY FOREIGN UNHALLMARKED ITEMSROLEX, CARTIER, BRIETLING AND OTHERQUALITY BRANDS, ANY CONDITION OR AGEINCLUDING ALL OLD GOLD & SILVERPOCKET WATCHES

For best cashpayment,

bring all of yourjewellery to our new

shop84HIGHSTREETCHELTENHAM

Visit:www.sellyourjewellery.com

Come and meet theprofessional jewellers!

We value & buy withNO OBLIGATION TOP CASH PRICES

paid on all items.Loans given on 28 DAYS BUY BACK

Now located opposite ICELAND84High Street CheltenhamGL50 1EG

Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5pm

For more information contactHead Office : 01212 360 800Fax : 01212 360 801Mobile : 07770 398 003or : 07887 661 746e-mail : [email protected]

: [email protected]

�

Units 23/24 Neptune Business CentreTewkesbury Road, Cheltenham,Gloucestershire GL51 9FB

Means tested bursaries and scholarships available at all levels of entry

01285 832306 / [email protected] www.rendcombcollege.org.uk

A co-educational boarding & day school for 3-18 year olds

Rendcomb College& Junior School

Open MorningSaturday 24th September

Giving our pupils the bestpreparation for the rest of their lives

• Excellent Academic Results

• A family environment which cares for the needs of the individual

Would your child benefit from the exceptional Rendcomb educational experience?

To find out more, come along to our

ruoydllduoWWo

tuodnfifinoTTo

bmocdneRy

preparatioGiving our

yaayddarrduttuaSSaepO

cddnerre.ww.ww23858210

taellballailavvaaetsetsnaeM

netheforefamilyA•

Excellent•

preparatio



Before

After

Friendly, professional, affordable and local!

Please call Mark or Zac for a free ‘no obligation’ quotation07754 417 650 | 07792 199 644 | 01242 604624 | email [email protected]

6 Buttermere Close, Hatherley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51 3NZ

Specialist Cleaning Services

Domestic & CommercialCARPETS

Steam, rotary or combination of both for superior resultsHARD FLOOR

See your stone, ceramic, wood or laminate floor gleam!OVENS

Unbeatable finish using non-caustic, eco-friendly products.DEEP CLEANS

The most complete and thorough cleansing of your property.

We also provide a wide range of other cleaning services:Vehicle Valeting, Windows and High Levels, Upholstery,Communal Areas, Jet-washing and Garden Maintenance

Plus General Cleaning available from only £10 per hour!

FULLY INSURED AND CRB CHECKED

INTRODUCTORYOFFER

SAVE 20%onCarpet Cleans

See Voucher oncentre pages

SECURE STORAGEFACILITIES

Hard standing secure storagefacilities for large vehicles

Caravans, Motor HomesBoats, Horse BoxesOwner living on-siteSecure Lock-upsKey Pad EntryPay as You Go24hr CCTV

We also offer acamping and caravan site

Call Bonny on01452 731285 or 07875 716580Court Farm Estates, Tewkesbury Road,

Twigworth, Gloucester, GL2 9PX

Gas & Electric Fires | Hearths & MantelsMulti-fuel & Woodburning Stoves | Accessories

78-80 Winchcombe Street, Cheltenham,Gloucestershire GL52 2NW

01242 241164www.warmwelcomefires.co.uk

SPECIAL OFFER*

Dimplex Westcott Inset Fire including partsand installation for only £899 including VAT!

*Terms & Conditions apply – visit or call for details.


Follow us:

Early Bird Christmas Bookings

£14 two course and £17 three course lunch or dinnerBuffets from £9 per head for larger Christmas parties

Bookings from 28th November 2011 to January 7th 2012

The Brown Jug 01242 521736www.brownjug-cheltenham.comThe Wheatsheaf 01242 525371

www.thewheatsheaf-cheltenham.co.uk

Follow us:

New Season live Rugby World Cup and Premiership Footballon Sky Sports & ESPN shown at The Wheatsheaf and The Brown Jug

The Brown Jug 01242 521736www.brownjug-cheltenham.comThe Wheatsheaf 01242 525371

www.thewheatsheaf-cheltenham.co.uk

Watch the sport with us!

Follow us:

Try our food!Talk to our chefs!

UK Butcher of the year 2011Aubrey Allen has now joined forces withThe Wheatsheaf & The Brown JugLeckhampton, Cheltenham. We wouldlike to share with you a taste of theiraward winning meat.

Aubrey Allen also suppliesRaymond Blanc’s and HestonBlumenthal’s restaurants so youcan be sure you will try some fine cuts ofmouth watering food.www.aubreyallen.co.uk

We are proud that we can tell you whereour meats are farmed and where theycome from, unlike some local businesses.

We would like you to try our food andtalk to our chefs

Monday 29th August 8pmTuesday 30th August 8pmWednesday 31st August 8pmThursday 1st September 8pm

Monday 5th September 8pmTuesday 6th September 8pmWednesday 7th September 8pmThursday 8th September 8pm

We have Tasting Nights on thefollowing nights at the following pubs

228833 OOlldd BBaatthh RRooaadd,, LLeecckkhhaammppttoonn,, CChheelltteennhhaamm0011224422 552255337711

wwwwww..tthheewwhheeaattsshheeaaff--cchheelltteennhhaamm..ccoo..uukk

224422 BBaatthh RRooaadd,, LLeecckkhhaammppttoonn,, CChheelltteennhhaamm0011224422 552211773366

wwwwww..bbrroowwnnjjuugg--cchheelltteennhhaamm..ccoomm

Please call us to book your table and avoid disappointment Your meal will only cost £8 per person

The Brown Jug 01242 521736www.brownjug-cheltenham.com

The Wheatsheaf 01242 525371www.thewheatsheaf-cheltenham.co.uk


Short Walks in The Cotswolds in association with

Thesociableway tokeep fit!

Go NordicWalking!

• No more going to the gym• De-stress in the fresh air• Tone your upper & lower body• Increase energy & lose weight• Affordable• Use 90% of muscles

Ed Ford – NordicWalking Instructor

Call Ed fora FREEtaster!01242227181or 07833324578

wwwwww..ggoo--nnoorrddiiccwwaallkkiinngg..ccoomm

This walk climbs steeply up to Uley Bury.However, the climb is well worth it as theviews from the top over the Severn Vale areoutstanding.A Park in Uley and walk up the path to the right ofthe post office. Just before the fields turn right alongthe signposted footpath between the holly bushes.Turn sharp left just after the start of the stonechurchyard wall. Go through the kissing gate andhead half-left straight up the hill towards the largetree standing at the edge of the wood. Pick up thewell-defined path running along the edge of the woodto a gate.B Go through the gate and follow the path uphill.The path runs to the left of a metal fence after whichthere is a metal gate. Head uphill along the edge tothe Uley Bury information board.C Turn left and follow the path to the south-eastedge of the hill fort.

1 Uley Bury occupies a superb promontory sitewith 300ft (90m) drops on all sides except the north.A rampart and ditch provides further protection.It encloses an area of 30 acres (12ha) which isnow privately owned arable land, and could havesheltered up to 2000 Iron Age people.

D Turn right between the hillocks and walk downhillthrough a gate. Keep on the main path steeplydownhill, cross a stile and emerge from the woods.Follow the track downhill behind the houses.E At the end of the path turn right, go through themetal gate and at the road turn left past Uleybrewery to the main road. Turn left and walk as faras South Street.F Turn right into South Street and follow the roadround past the school. Take the right hand forksignposted ‘Sheppard’s Mill’ and leave the metalledroad to fork right before the mill and across thestream to a gate.G Go through the gate. Continue straight ahead,ignoring the gate and stile on your left and keepingthe fence to your left. At the end of the field go througha gate and head in the same direction towards thefar left corner of the field to a stile. Head uphill to thenext stile just beneath the woods.H Cross the stile and turn left down to the road. Turnright onto the road for about 100yds (90m) to a gateon the left just before a house. Go through the gateand bear left downhill alongside the fence to a gateon the left.I Go through the gate and head to the left of thechurch. Cross the stile onto the track and head downto the road. Turn right and walk along the road backto Uley.

2 The small medieval manor house of OwlpenManor is noted for its picturesque setting. Thebuilding dates mainly from 1450 to 1616 withsome 18th century additions.After 100 years of neglect it was restored inArts andCraft style in 1926 by Norman Jewson. Thegardens and house are open to the public.

I

B

C

D

EF

G

H

A

1

2 MillPond

FIERYLANE

THE

STREE

T

CRAWLEY

HILLULEY ROAD

SOUTHST

B4066

B4066

UleyBury

OwlpenManor

PW

PW

PW

SchPO

MillFarm

HallNursery

SheppardsMill

OwlpenHall Whitley

Wood

LampernWood

OwlpenFarm

Mill(dis)

Blacknest

DingleFarm

MutterallFarm

OwlpenWood

Hobbs HoleWood

Peter’sNest

Peter’s NestWood

RuinWood

OldleazeWood

Woodwells

Woodcock

MutterallCottage

DevoniaFarm

CliffWood

Quarry

QuarriesCoaleyWood

HodgecombeFarm

SpringfieldFarm

Hydehill

Hydegate

TheDell

NewbrookFarm

NewbrookBungalow

HillHouseTwyning

AshWestHill

TheGroveThe

Whittards

UleyHouse

Recn Gd

The WalledGardenLampernCottage

StoutsHill

CornerBarn

MarshFarm

BuryBower

AngestonGrange

The OldStables

Longmead

Old MillPond

Uley

Crawley

Owlpen

BencombeShadwell

Rockstowes

Leading map publishers, Collins, teamed up with Britain’s largest walkingorganisation, Ramblers, to produce ‘Short Walks in The Cotswolds’ – anexcellent guide with twenty easy walks, all less than 5 miles in length. TheLocal Answer has been given kind permission to reproduce each walk forour readers. Why not try this one and, if you like it, buy Collins’ superbpocket-size paperback (ISBN: 978-0-00-735942-4) – only £5.99 and availableonline at www.harpercollins.co.uk. The book features Ordnance Surveymapping – more detailed than the map shown above.

Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database rights 2010

Uley & Owlpen

Downham Hill from Uley Bury

3¾ miles (6km) ~ 2 hoursModerate; some steep gradients

Owlpen Manor


Lettings & Estate Agency

97 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham. GL52 6BBe: [email protected] Telephone 0011224422 558877774444

The Cheltenham office ofNorthwood was opened 8 yearsago by Patricia Figueras with theintention of providing an excellentservice to landlords and tenants.

Joined in 2005 by her daughterNikki Ponsford, they have now addedproperty sales to their business.Northwood has around 100 officesacross the UK but each franchise is run independently.

Lettings have always been thecore of the business and with excellenttraditional property managementsystems and introduction schemes inplace, they receive a lot of workthrough recommendation.

“We operate a Platinum systemthat guarantees rental income to the

landlord if the tenant doesn’t pay therent or even if the property is vacant”explains Nikki. “Essentially, we take therisk out of letting because there are nocatches or fees involved. We are alsopart of the Ombudsman group thatprotects clients. We are very aware ofall regulations and legal informationand operate by following correctprocedures”.

Northwood are the only agent that can offer a guaranteedrental income even whilst the property is empty.

You can find properties thatNorthwood deal with advertised onrightmove and findaproperty.co.uk or by visiting their branch on theHewlett Road.

“An Agent you can trust!”

�� Cheltenham �� Gloucester �� Tewkesbury

Come and see usfor great adviceand service . . .

Opening hours: Monday-Friday 9-5pm • Saturdays by appointment

Unit K Churchill Industrial EstateChurchill Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 7EG

Telephone 0844 335 1430www.newblindscheltenham.co.uk nneewwbblliinnddss

Soft Furnishings

Shutters

Blinds

Wallpaper & Paints

Curtains

Awnings

Owner Nicki Cook & Sales Manager Dennis Bridgens

Genuineoffersonhomecomforts

Visitour new

showroomfor greatideas!

• Sealed Unit Repairs / Replacements • Window & Door Repairs •• Velux Window Glazing Replacements • Secondary Glazing •

• Conservatory Roof Glazing Replaced •

Our Heritage range delivers classic stylesfor replacing your windows and doors.The slim sightlines give an increased glassarea and a better view of the outsideworld with elegantly sculpturedprofiles closely resemblingthe traditional look oftimber windows.With over 300 colours tochoose from plus excellentsecurity and energy efficiencyfeatures – the choice is yours!For more informationtelephone 0844 335 1430 or visitwww.misty2clearchoices.co.uk

www.misty2clearwindows.co.ukWe get the mist out!

STEAMY...FOGGY...MISTY...WINDOWS?

Unit L, Churchill Industrial Estate, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 7EG

Stylish, environmentally friendly and cost-effective

c h o i c e s

T: 0844 335 1430Free Home Visit

misty clear2 WE CAN REPAIR IT – DON’T REPLACE – SAVE £££sWE CAN REPAIR YOUR FAILED DOUBLE GLAZED

UNIT WITHOUT REMOVING THE GLASS

Comeand see ourbrand newshowroom

If being energy efficient is high on your agenda,our Eco range is the right choice for you!

We now offer ‘TRIPLE A’ sealedunits in our 70mm range of

profiles – a tripleglazed unit that ...

Reduces Heat LossReduces CondensationImproves Acoustic

PerformanceFor more information telephone 0844 335 1430or visitwww.misty2clearchoices.co.uk

3 SEPTEMBERGLOUCESTER DAY PARADE &CITY MUSEUM GRAND OPENINGA fantastic day to celebrate the lifting of thesiege of Gloucester in 1643 – including theMock Mayor of Barton’s Parade (11am),Thanks Giving Service at St Mary De Crypt(12 noon), Receptions, Stalls (9.45am) onGloucester Cross and the Gloucester DayParade at 2pm, through the four maingated streets, led by the Mayor and Sheriffof Gloucester in full Civic regalia. TheGrand Opening Ceremony will take placeat 2.40pm outside the City Museum inBrunswick Road. With so many localorganisations involved, a superb spectacleto mark this very special day inGloucester’s history is assured.DUKE JOHNSON & THE SCOURCER8.45pm. Charlton Kings Working MensClub, Charlton Kings.FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPSThree of the UK’s best firework companiescompete against each other with a 10minute firework display choreographed tomusic followed by a finale display fromorganisers MLE Pyrotechnics. Gates open5pm. Booking line 01327 876037. On thenight pricing £17 for adults, £8 children.Prebooking costs adults £15, £6 children.Eastnor castle, nr. Ledbury, Hereforshire,HR8 1RL. www.eastnorfireworks.co.uk.MORETON-IN-MARSHAGRICULTURAL & HORSE SHOWA traditional one day Agricultural andHorse Show and the leading agriculturalevent in the County. Competitions are heldfor horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, goats,poultry, dogs, homecrafts, flowers,vegetables and even scarecrows. Around250 tradestands provide everything from atractor to a toy and a wide selection offood and drink – both to eat at once and totake home. 08708 777409.www.moretonshow.co.uk.OPENING OF BATH ROAD MARKETLocal produce, farmers markets, crafts andmore. For full timings, dates and details visitwww.bathroadmarket.co.uk. 252 BathRoad, opposite the Norwood pub.PHIL COOLComedy legend. The Roses Theatre, SunStreet, Tewkesbury. Tickets 01684 524074.WHITTINGTON VILLAGE SHOWCake stall, face painting, tug of war,tombola, dog show, stalls and skittles.Flower, garden and produce show,Gloucestershire Constabulary Band,barbecue, church with music and more.2pm. Teas and raffles. Car park £1.50.Game and craft stalls welcome, ringDoreen 01242 820905. Whittington is 5miles east of Cheltenham, north of A40.

FILM SCREENING OF ‘WELCOME’AT THE LIDOGates open 7.30pm. Tickets £5.50 adults,£4 under 16’s. 01242 572573. SandfordParks Lido, Keynsham Road, GL53 7PU.SOUL AT WALL’S8 till Late. Tickets £5. Ring Andy 07840148774. Tickets will be available topurchase at the club – ring 01452 610277(after 7pm). Walls Club, Hammond Way,Barnwood, GL4 3HG. 01452 610277.NYMPSFIELD VILLAGE FAYRENympsfield Village Fayre will include achildren’s fancy dress procession throughthe village, and an afternoon of music,stalls, produce, games and family fungalore. The Playing Field, Tinkley Lane,Nympsfield, GL10 3UH. The processionstarts at 11.30am, with the fayre starting at12pm. Free of charge. 01453 861067.3-4 SEPTEMBERBEER AND CIDER FESTIVAL

A tapas, beer, cider and perry festival funweekend. Boat trips on offer along thecanal. Local produce and craft fair. Livemusic, fun games and activities. 10am-lateevening. Wharf House, Over, GL2 8DB.GREAT TASTE FOOD MARKETEnjoy the great taste of a diverse variety ofaward winning food and drink. From ice-creams to super sausages, and tasters too!Free childrens facepainting and balloonmodelling. Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way,GL1 5SH.BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS WEEKENDPrescott Speed Hill Climb. From 9am.Tickets £12 for the Saturday practice dayand £15 for Sunday race day. Free forchildren under 14. 01242 673136.4 SEPTEMBERGLOS. BRIDE & GROOM SHOWFree Entry. 11am-4pm. Catwalk shows at12noon & 3pm. GL1 Leisure Centre,Gloucester.

The Local Answer Event Listings are compiled and presented in good faith with the kind support of many contributors.We recommend you use the contact details provided to check event information updates prior to planning your visit.

1 SEPTEMBERGOOD QUALITY FOOD TASTINGUK Butcher of the year 2011 ‘Aubrey Allen’has joined forces with The Wheatsheaf &The Brown Jug. Supplier to RaymondBlanc and Heston Blumenthal’s restaurants,you can be sure you will taste some finecuts of mouth watering food. Share a tasteof their award winning meat – you will notbe disappointed. Table to be booked inadvance. £8 per person, 8.30pm. TheWheatsheaf, Old Bath Road, Leckhampton.SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCINGPittville Pump Room, Cheltenham, GL523JE. £4.50 at door. 2-5pm. Barry Steele01242 528220.1-4 SEPTEMBERDIDMARTON BLUEGRASS FESTIVALWith bands from North America, GreatBritain and Europe. Camping available.Various ticket types. Cotswold Airport.Formerly Kemble Airport. GL7 6BQ for satnavs. www.didmarton-bluegrass.co.uk.2 SEPTEMBER‘SÉANCE’

A Hitchcockian style psychological thriller.The Playhouse Theatre. £12/ £10. BoxOffice 01242 522852.THE UPBEAT BEATLES7.30pm. Since 1997 they have beencreating that familiar sound. The RosesTheatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury.THE NOISE AGENTSPunk. Before 11pm free entry. £2 after. 31Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP.01452 309340. [email protected] SEPTEMBERGLOUCESTER HISTORY& HERITAGE WEEKThis 10 day event begins with thecelebration of Gloucester Day, the officialre-opening of the new look City Museumand Art Gallery and an International Pipeand Tabor Festival, then goes on to presenta series of fantastic talks and guided tours ofthe city, before culminating with HeritageOpen Days, the national celebration ofEngland’s history, architecture and cultureof which Gloucester has become such aprominent part. For full information visitwww.heritagegloucester.co.uk.


4 SEPTEMBERARMOUR & CAVALRY DAYJoin our local armour expert for an insightinto the castle’s collection of armour, plusdisplays of Anglo Sikh martial Arts. Adult£5.75, Seniors £4.75, Child (3-15yrs)£3.75, Family (2+3) £15.25. EastnorCastle, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1RL.01531 633160.SHARPNESS CRUISEEnjoy passing through the fourteen bridgeson the Gloucester and Sharpness Canalwith stunning views of the Severn estuary,picnic lunch included. £24 per person.10am-5pm. Gloucester WaterwaysMuseum, Llanthony Warehouse, TheDocks, GL1 2EH.

6 SEPTEMBERJAZZ NIGHT AT THE WHEATSHEAFWith Peter Gill. Old Bath Road,Leckhampton. For details: 01242 525371.SCHOOL DAYS EXHIBITIONA look at Holst’s early years, together witha display of creative work from localschools inspired by visits to the HolstBirthplace Museum. 10.30am-3pm. Adults£4.50. Children free. 4 Clarence Road,GL52 2AY. 01242 524846.

7 SEPTEMBERCREAM TEAEnjoy a cream tea while cruising on theGloucester and Sharpness Canal. £12 perperson. 2.30-4.30pm. GloucesterWaterways Museum, LlanthonyWarehouse, The Docks, GL1 2EH.

KRISTY GALLACHERAcoustic singer/songwriter.www.kristygallacher.com. 9pm. Free. 31Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP.01452 309340. [email protected].

8 SEPTEMBERWHAT WOULD HELEN MIRREN DO?A one-woman comedy drama about love,work, letting go and finding out who wereally want to be. 7.30pm. Box Office01684 295074. Suitable for ages 12 andabove. £12 (£11 concs). The RosesTheatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury.EVENING WITH STEVEN SPROATThe legendary Steven Sproat is known as avirtuoso ukulele player with his breath-taking ability to bring the instrument to life.8pm. £10 (concs £8). Subscription Rooms,George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.

8-11 SEPTEMBERHERITAGE OPEN DAYSExplore historic buildings in the city,discover hidden architectural treasures andenjoy a wide range of tours, events andactivities. www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk.FIDELITY BLENHEIM PALACEINTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALSBlenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxon OX201PS. Details: www.blenheim-horse.co.uk.

9 SEPTEMBERMEMPHIS LIVEFunky beats. Free before 11pm, £2 after.31 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP.01452 309340. [email protected].

9-10 SEPTEMBERGLOUCESTER BEER FESTIVAL5-11pm on the Friday, 2-11pm on theSaturday. Tickets £6 in advance, £10 forboth days. Gloucester Farmers Club,Agriculture House, Greville Close,Sandhurst Road, Gloucester GL2 9RG.9-11 SEPTEMBERPAINTING TREES ATWESTONBIRT WORKSHOPExperience the late summer colour, thesheer diversity of shapes, patterns andcolours. Top class tuition from art collegetutor and by the end of the course you willhave a lovely selection of small studies andpaintings. 9.30am-5.30pm. Residential£545. Non-residential £380. Includingpicnic lunch each day. Tessa Webb on01285 651790. Westonbirt Arboretum,Tetbury.10 SEPTEMBERNEWENT ONION FAYRE

Stalls, refreshments and more. Newenttown centre. 10am-5pm. Free. 01531822802.


WIN TICKETS!THANKS to the Bacon Theatre we’ve got three pairs of tickets toThe Commitments Soul Party on Saturday 1st October at 7pm forthree lucky readers to win!

Celebrating twenty yearssince the iconic film wasreleased, The CommitmentsSoul Party kicks off with ascreening of the originalfeel-good Irish film TheCommitments [15], on the bigscreen at 7pm, followed bythe live 10-piece tribute band,The Kommitments at 9.15pm.

The band promise to be dynamic, visual, authentic and accurate,capturing all the energy and atmosphere of the movie. As in the film,the band come from all walks of life, dedicating themselves tobecoming ‘the hardest working band’ of their genre and it’s thatdedication and passion for soul music that grabs the audience fromthe moment the band explode onto the stage. With all the beltingclassics such as Mustang Sally, Hard to Handle, and Take Me to theRiver, plus many classic soul hits too, the band are guaranteed to geteveryone in the party mood.

Combined tickets cost just £17, or £15 for the concert and £5for the film only. Get your tickets from the Box Office on 01242258002 or online at www.bacontheatre.co.uk.

To enter our draw, just send your name, address andtelephone number to: Commitments Draw, The Local Answer,1 Ullenwood Court, Ullenwood, Cheltenham GL53 9QS.Closing date: 15th September 2011.

SUE RYDER Leckhampton Court Hospice has organisedthree great events for autumn. You can have a wonderful dayout with all the family, enjoy the benefit of a bit of healthy exerciseor put your business acumen to the test (or all three!) – andhelp raise funds to support local people when they need it most.The Hospice provides beds and specialist palliative care for

residents from all over Gloucestershire – an important servicethat requires as much financial support as possible. However,it’s not all about ‘hand outs’ – Sue Ryder want those contributingto benefit from their involvement too.

Autumn FayreThe Autumn Fayre takes place on Saturday 10th September

and promises to be a great occasion for all ages. There will bea bouncy castle, face painters, a barbecue and interesting stalls.The entertainment starts with the Music Man at 11.15am and

rounds off at 3.15pm with the Gloucestershire Morrris Mendancing through Cheltenham en route to finishing with a flourishat the Hospice. Tickets are available on the gate (which opensat 11am) – only £2 for adults and £1 for children.If you’re unable to join in on the day, but still wish to help,

why not donate a bottle for the tombola in advance or, perhaps,a prize suitable for the raffle?

Ride for RyderIf you are looking for a challenge and a focus for your fitness

regime, you can support the Hospice by taking part in their annualcycling challenge – Ride for Ryder – which takes place on Sunday2nd October.It starts from Cheltenham Race Course and takes in 45 miles

of breathtaking Gloucestershire countryside. Entry is £12 inadvance and £15 on the day, and Sue Ryder asks that each cyclistaims to raise £75 for the hospice and, even if 45 miles ‘in thesaddle’ holds no fear for you, why not just take on the fundraisingchallenge instead?

To put your effort into perspective – £75 is equivalent to threesessions of physio-therapy that can help a patient with a lifethreatening condition with their mobility and thereby their qualityof life.

Big Wigs Business ChallengeIf you’d prefer to put your entrepreneurial flair to use for a

good cause – enter a team in the Big Wigs Business Challengeand Sue Ryder will give you £50 to take away and grow intomore cash for the Hospice over four months.For more information about any of the above please

contact Sue Ryder direct – details below.

Have greatfun and helpothers inthe process

w suerydercare.org e [email protected] t 01242 246293

Leckhampton Court Hospice

A Deluxe Cineworld Cinema

The Brewery, Oxford Passage, Cheltenham, GL50 4EF

A DELUXE CINEMA EXPERIENCE Our concierge will greet you on arrival and direct you towards our chic bar or your pre-selected seat. Once there, you can relax with at seat service, selecting from our range of wines, champagne, deli boards and tapas.

Book now at thescreeningrooms.co.uk

Online: from £9 Walk-in: from £11

MUSIC CONCERTFree concert in connection with GloucesterHeritage Weekend. 10am-1pm. Musicprovided by Gloucester Salvation ArmyBand, Songsters and junior sections.Salvation Army Hall, Eastgate Street.

10 & 11 SEPTEMBERHERITAGE OPEN DAYS AT HOLSTBIRTHPLACE MUSEUMMusic Sale – Books, CD’s and vintagesheet music. 10.30am-4pm. Free. 4Clarence Road, GL52 2AY. 01242 524846.

11 SEPTEMBERCHELTENHAM TRIATHLONFun event open to all abilities over the ageof 17 who enjoy a personal or teamchallenge. The distances are: Swim 500m,Cycle 15km, Run 2.7km. Start 10am. £23entry. Sandford Parks Lido, KeynshamRoad, Cheltenham.FAMILY FUN DAYGames, and craft activities. Admission free.2.30pm-5pm. Gloucester Park.9/11 TEN YEARS ONBournemouth Symphony Orchesta. Tobook tickets call 01242 505444. Ticketsfrom £12. 6pm.Cheltenham Town Hall,Imperial Square, GL50 1QA.ROYAL FORESTER FINE DININGStep back in time for a leisurely threecourse lunch as you gently steam throughthe remarkable Royal Forest. Book inadvance 01594 845840. Normal steamservice also operates. Dean Forest Railway,Norchard, Forest Road, Lydney GL15 4ET.01594 845840.

10 SEPTEMBEROWL EVENINGLearn more about these beautiful creaturesand see them free flying. Cakes and hotdrinks provided. Pre-booking advised.6.30-9pm. £39 per person. CotswoldFalconry Centre, Batsford Park, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9AB.SUE RYDER AUTUMN FAIRStalls selling local arts and crafts,homemade jams and preserves, plants andmuch more. For children there will be abouncy castle, face painting, entertainersand lots of other fun. Hot and coldrefreshments will be available throughoutthe day including BBQ, bar, tea & coffeeand delicious homemade cakes.11am-4pm. Leckhampton Court Hospice,Church Road, Leckhampton. ContactDuncan Willoughby on 01242 246162.THE DIRTY TRICKSDirty Tricks made it to the Live andUnsigned Final and played at the O2 arenain July. The Dirty Tricks are a 3 piecerock/blues/indie band from Norwich. Theirsound is the culmination of many influencesfrom the 90’s, 70’s and 60’s. £5. TheWheatsheaf, Old Bath Road, Leckhampton.STROUD FESTIVAL OF NATUREStratford Park, Stratford Road, Stroud, GL54AF. 10am-6pm. Free. 01453 753123.BUILD A TUDOR HOUSEBecome a Tudor craftsman for the day asyou work together to assemble a Tudorhouse big enough to stand up in! Thisexciting family friendly workshop isguaranteed to be an experience that you

will never forget. 9am-12pm or 2-5pm.Adults £7 / Child £5 / Family (2 adults, 2children) £20. (includes admission to theJohn Moore Museum). Held atTewkesbury Abbey parish hall, ChurchStreet, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RX. 01684297174. www.makeyourownhistory.co.uk.SALE OF QUALITY SECONDHAND GOODSBethesda Church Hall, Great NorwoodStreet, Cheltenham. 11am-1pm.Organised by Gotherington singers.Proceeds for choir funds.HERITAGE OPEN DAYExplore the Stonemason’s Yard, theWhispering Gallery, the historic ParliamentRooms or even climb the Tower. New forthis year, tours of the Cathedral Library areavailable to the public for the first time.10pm. Free Tower and Library Tours areby ticket only and will be available to pre-book on 01452 528753 from Monday 5September. Admission free. All childrenwho visit the Cathedral during HeritageOpen Day will be able to collect an EagerExplorers Backpack or Teddy Trail anddiscover more about this magnificentbuilding. Free activity – a deposit will berequired. 12 College Green, GloucesterGL1 2LX.THE HEALING POWER OF TREESGUIDED WALKCome and discover how trees make usfeel better. 10.30am-12.30pm. Free afteradmission. Booking essential. Call 01666880220. No dogs. Westonbirt Arboretum.

OPEN

DAILY

From10am

Lastadmissions 4.30pm

Track down more info on our website www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.ukTelephone 01993 823006

Burford, Oxfordshire OX18 4JP (Mid way between Cheltenham & Oxford On A361)

Track down more info on our website www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.ukTelephone 01993 823006

Fri/Sat nights in September

Tour of the

Park in the Darkbook on our website

Wild Nights at the Park

Wild GardenersWalk Every dayin September

Come and join us at Prinknash Bird & Deer Park thisHalloween on Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th ofOctober, with our illuminated enchanted wood. Trick& Treat the Wicked Witch in the Wendy House, FunFortune Teller in the Gypsy Caravan and FacePainting all Free on the night. Bring your ownpumpkin to enter a prize draw. Spit Roast andrefreshments are available for purchase.

Set price £7.50 per head and under 1’s go free.last tickets sold 6pm • thebirdpark.com • 01452 812727

AS the peacocks begin roosting and theowls start hooting the scene is set foryet another Halloween at PrinknashBird and Deer Park.

The black-necked swans glideacross the Monks’ Fishpond in and outof the pools of light as you explore theenchanting illuminations, spooky lightingand fun activities that Prinknash has instore for you andyour young ones.

Wrap up warm andsee the fabric ghosts,birds in the trees and ‘trickor treat’ the not so WickedWitches in the Wendy House! Haveyour ‘fun fortune’ told in the GypsyCaravan and get your face painted tocelebrate Halloween!

If you are after more ‘fun’ than‘fright’ why not join the friendlyteam from 4.30pm on the 29th

& 30th October at Prinknashfor the best Halloween yet?

For more information call01452 812727 or visitwww.thebirdpark.com

A magical nightat Prinknash!

• Insurance probate and sale valuations• Fully illustrated online catalogues• Live online bidding • Free parking

[email protected]

01452 344 499

Prinknash Abbey Park, Gloucestershire, GL4 8EX

Next Sale6th October

Sold for£5,000

�

Shipton Golf CourseNr Frogmill, Shipton,Cheltenham,Gloucestershire GL54 4HT

��

Tel: 01242 890237

[email protected]

“A 9 hole pay & play course in the Heart of the Cotswolds”

No need to book – Open every day from 7am until dusk

� Family run course offering affordable golf for all� Coffee shop and terrace� Small stock of ‘everyday’ golfing equipment and clothing� PGA Fellow Professional availablefor lessons and advice

� Children’s holiday workshops

Available for corporate days, birthdays and special occasions

PGA ApprovedEstablishment

Shipton GolfCourse

LADIES MORNING: THURSDAYS 10 – 12TUITIONWITH JAMES HEATH£10.00 INCLUDING COFFEE


15 SEPTEMBERDIRTY TRICKS AND 3 STEPS EASTA night of up and coming local music talent.01242 707338. 7.30pm. (£8/£6). ParabolaArts Centre, Parabola Road, GL50 3AA.HOMEOPATHY, SCIENCE AND GOD:DOES SCIENCE KNOW EVERYTHING?With local homeopath and author PeterAdams. A new kind of science is emergingwhich validates homeopathy and has adifferent vision of nature, the universe andeven of God. 8pm. Admission Free. 01453760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms,George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE.www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.CAN’T DRAWWILL DRAW:BEGINNERS

Beginners will be introduced to a range ofdrawing techniques, enjoying the activity asmuch as the outcome. Gain confidence toturn your doodles into sketches withAlexandra Woods in the Daniel Binghamstudio. 10am-4pm. All materials included.£40. New Brewery Arts Centre,Cirencester, GL7 1JH. 01285 657181.16 SEPTEMBERDR MOJITOFunk.Before 11pm free entry. £2 after. 31Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP.01452 309340. [email protected].

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWNFrom 7.30pm. Tickets £16 adults, £14concessions in advance, or £18 for adultsand £16 for concessions on the door.Stroud Subscription Rooms, GeorgeStreet, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453 760900.MARTYN LUCAS SINGS MICHAELBUBLEPlaying all the hits. Roses Theatre, SunStreet, Tewkesbury. Box Office 01684 295074. £17.50 (£16.50 concs).JAY REDBOND ‘AMPHIBIANCONSERVATION’A talk by our Amphibian keeper JayRedbond on Amphibian Conservation. Jayhas very quickly built a reputation forbreeding rare amphibians and in this talk hewill give you a insight into the world ofthem and WWT’s work in this area.7.30pm. £6. To book call 01453 891223.Slimbridge WWT, GL2 7BT.THE RAINBOWWALK5km fundraising walk for Hope forTomorrow – national cancer charity helpingsufferers, their families and dependantscope with the reality of the situation.4.30pm. Contact Tracy Lodge on 01666505055. Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury.17 SEPTEMBERTHE ANGEL AND THE FALLENFUNDRAISING CONCERT7.30pm. Gloucester Choral Society, Bandof Gloucestershire Constabulary,Churchdown Male Voice Choir, CathedralJunior Choir, Kathryn Skipp – soprano,William Armiger - baritone. Doors open6.30pm. Tickets £12. 12 College Green,Gloucester GL1 2LX.

11 SEPTEMBERFRAMPTON COUNTRY FAIRDogs, shooting, native breeds, craftmarquee and more. 10am-5.30pm.Frampton Court Estate, Frampton onSevern. For further infowww.framptoncountryfair.co.uk.11&18 SEPTEMBERSUMMER SUNDAY FUNA normal public open day with a few funthings to try. There will be a Zip wireaccross the Valley Lawn over 100m, (height& weight restrictions apply), nature andtree trails, traditional lawn games alongwith regular attractions of Knights Maze,adventure playground & junior assaultcourse and lakeside walk. Open 11am-4.30pm. Adult £5.75, Seniors £4.75, Child(3-15yrs) £3.75, Family (2+3) £15.25.Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, HerefordshireHR8 1RL. 01531 633160.12 SEPTEMBER‘GLOBAL DANCE AFTERNOON’FOR THE OVER 50’S2-4pm at the Gloucester Guildhall. Formore info please call Sheryl on 01452420929/422660 or [email protected] SEPTEMBERWEDDING OPEN EVENING5pm-8pm. Exhibitors, dresses, caterers andmore. Free. Berkeley Castle, Nr Stroud,GL13 9BQ. 01453 810332.LIGHT THIEF LIVEFolk indie rock. 9pm. Free. 31 SouthgateStreet, Gloucester GL1 1TP. 01452309340. [email protected].


FREECAFETIEREOF COFFEEFOR ONEon production of thisadvertisement andGreen FeeReceipt

SSuuiittaabbllee ffoorr aallll

EExxcceelllleenntt rreessttaauurraanntt,, bbaarr aannddwweellll--ssttoocckkeedd PPrrooffeessssiioonnaallss’’ sshhoopp

BBeeaauuttiiffuullccoouurrssee

Cotswold Hills Golf ClubUllenwood, Cheltenham

01242 515264annie.hale@cotswoldhills-golfclub.comwww.cotswoldhills-golfclub.com

5-DAY MEMBERSHIPSNOW AVAILABLE

07860 895416THE HANDSAMB O A T C O M P A N YExplore the River Avon from Abbey Park, Evesham

RIVER AVON BOAT TRIPS

Check out www.handsamboatcompany.co.uk

Handsam Too

On our 55-seater passenger boat available 7 daysa week from the end of March to mid-October,

from 11am till 5pm (weather permitting).PLEASE TELEPHONE FOR CRUISE TIMESAlso available for PRIVATE EVENING HIRE!

Self Drive Motorboat HireOur motorboatsare availableto hire by thehour, half dayand full day.

PLEASE TELEPHONE FOR BOOKINGS

RIVER AVON TRIPS...

17 SEPTEMBERTHE FUNKY MOJOS AT WALLSDisco, pig roast. 8pm till Late. Tickets £10if you buy in advance or £12.50 if you payon the door. Over 18’s only. Walls Club,Hammond Way, Barnwood, GL4 3HG.01452 610277.WINSTONS WISH SUNRISE WALK

The events will start before day break, on aroute of ten miles with participants walkinginto the sunrise. Dogs and children aged8+ welcome. For more information or tosign up please visit www.sunrisewalk.co.uk.STROUD AUTUMN BALLVibrant music with popular local ballroomdance host Mr Pinstripe. Ballroom, latinand popular sequence dance tracks. Dresscode: Black Tie & Evening Dress. 8pm.£7.50. Stroud Subscription Rooms,George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453760900.

ABBA TRIBUTEForest Hills Golf Club, Mile End Road,Coleford. £20. Includes two course mealand disco. 7.30pm. 01594 810620.www.foresthillsgolfandleisure.co.uk.17&18 SEPTEMBERBATTLE OF BRITAIN AIRSHOWRAF Battle of Britan memorial flight, smallafternoon flying display of vintageaeroplanes, classic cars, military vehiclesand more. Refreshments available. Gatesopen 10am. Flying starts 2pm. CotswoldAirport, Kemble.MADAM BUTTERFLY OPERAWORKSHOPComprising of vocal technique andperformance skills the workshop will be funand physical and is suitable for singers of alllevels. 10.30am-4.30pm each day.Tewkesbury C of E Primary School. £30.Adult workshop. For more details call01684 295074.17-24TH SEPTEMBERBILLYBased on the popular novel by KeithWaterhouse. Please note no performanceSunday 18th. Adults £12.50. Children &Concessions £10. Concessions availableMonday 19th & Sat 24th matinee. ThePlayhouse, 49 Bath Road, GL53 7HG.01242 522852. For more details visitwww.playhousecheltenham.org.18 SEPTEMBERSAUL JUNCTION TEARelax and enjoy a cream tea on theGloucester and Sharpness Canal with ashort stop at Saul Junction. £16 per person.

2-5.30pm. Gloucester WaterwaysMuseum, Llanthony Warehouse, TheDocks, GL1 2EH.19-23 SEPTEMBERWEEK IN THE WOODS WORKSHOPFive days of inspiring traditional woodlandskills and craft training including greenwoodworking, bush craft and woodlandmanagement. Taught by experiencedprofessional woodland workers, in the SilkWood Barn and surrounds. £350 includesfood, materials and camping. Bookingessential: contact Ruth Goodfellow on07794 054623. Westonbirt Arboretum,Tetbury.20 SEPTEMBERTHE EVA CASSIDY STORY£21. 7.30pm. Should you requireconcession tickets please call 0844 5762210. Cheltenham Town Hall, ImperialSquare, GL50 1QA.21 SEPTEMBERBOB SMITH AT RENEAcoustic folk rock. 9pm. Free. 31Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP.01452 309340. [email protected] MONROE£15. Seamless fusion of classical, popular &folk styles. Should you require concessiontickets please call 0844 576 2210.Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square.HOWLERS AT THE HALL8.30pm. £11. Howlers is back for the firstshow of the Autumn months, kicking offwith Chris Ramsay and Naz Osmanoglu.Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square,Cheltenham, GL50 1QA.


Let us help you produce the perfectstationery suite for your wedding.

Unique and personal

Mansell MasonDesign & Print

Innovators ofWedding Stationery

Contact Jill 01242 [email protected]

themed contemporary traditional DANCE FOR FUN

For more information please call

01242 572710or 07793 591758

Leckhampton Village Halland Bournside Sports Centre

Come Along, Have Fun & Keep Fitin a Happy Relaxed AtmosphereCome Along, Have Fun & Keep Fitin a Happy Relaxed Atmosphere

DANCE FOR FUNAT

LECKHAMPTON TAPPERS

ADULT BEGINNERS TAP10 week course. Plus classes for all levels of ability

ADULT BODY CONDITIONING & JAZZ

CHILDREN’SCLASSES IN TAP,MODERN, BALLET&JAZZFOR ALL AGES (First Class FREE)

PRE-SCHOOL TAP, JAZZ & BALLET

PRIVATE LESSONS

21 SEPTEMBERGET A TASTE OF TECHNOLOGYWITH AGE UK

Find out how you could be using theinternet to stay in touch with family andfriends, shop online, research information,book holidays and much more. Internettaster events for older people. 10am-12noon. Tredworth Junior School,Community Suite, Tredworth Road, GL14QG. Suggested donation of £2. Includesrefreshments. To book call 01452 422660.22 SEPTEMBEREXHIBITION PRIVATE VIEW WITHTALK BY MICHAEL FAIRBAIRNAn amazing and unique selection ofcopper-wheel glass engravings. Meet themaker and hear a talk giving an insight intosome of the pieces and a lifetime of glassengraving. £5. Nature in Art, Twigworth,Gloucester, GL2 9PA. 01452 731422.PRE-TOUR CONCERTGLOUCESTER CATHEDRAL CHOIRUnder the direction of Adrian Partingtonthe Cathedral Choir will be showcasingsome of the programme from their tour toSouth Africa which will take place inOctober 2011. 6pm. Free. There will be a

retiring collection with all proceeds going tothe Cathedral Choir Tour Fund. 12 CollegeGreen, Gloucester GL1 2LX.22, 23, 24 SEPTEMBER‘MY FRIEND MISS FLINT’ COMEDYPlay by local amateur drama group ‘TheUpStagers’. Written by Donald Churchilland Peter Yeldham. Tickets £7, £6 under16/over 60. Call 01452 613246. Doorsopen 7pm, curtain up 7.30pm. Upton St.Leonards Village Hall.23 SEPTEMBERGET A TASTE OF TECHNOLOGYAge UK invite you to find out how youcould be using the internet to stay in touchwith family and friends, shop online,research information, book holidays andmuch more. Internet taster events forolder people. 10am-12 noon. The OldPriory, St Gregory’s Church (sideentrance), Clarence Street, GL50 3PR.Suggested donation of £2. Includesrefreshments. To book call 01452 422660.DUALLING PIANISTS – PETER GILLAt The Wheatsheaf, Old Bath Road,Leckhampton. 01242 525371.SWIFT MANOUVER + CHECKDA CONEIndie/Indie reggae. Free before11pm, £2after. 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL11TP. 01452 309340. [email protected] EXPLORER NIGHTWith guest Mediums Andy Hawthorne,Jamie Wake and Jeff Elliot. 9pm-4am.£50pp. Woodchester Mansion,Nympsfield, Stonehouse, GL10 3TS.www.spirit-explorers.co.uk.

THE JOHNNY CASH STORY£16.50. Starring Roger Dean and The LazyBoys. Cheltenham Town Hall, ImperialSquare. Should you require concessiontickets please call 0844 576 2210.JONGLEURS - COMEDY NIGHTTwo hours of top stand-up with the biggestand brightest stars on the comedy circuit.Book your tickets now for the funniestnight you’ll have this year! Over-18s only.8pm. £12 adv (concs £10) £14 door(concs £12). Stroud Subscription Rooms,George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE. 01453760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.24 SEPTEMBERBIRD PHOBIA COURSE

Do you know anyone who suffers from aphobia of birds? This four hour workshopaims to help people conquer their fearswith a local psychologist. Refreshments areincluded. 3pm. £80 per person. This eventmust be pre-booked on 01453 891223.WWT Slimbridge, GL2 7BT.


Do you want an unusualand entertaining partyactivity for children?Then why not have a

jewellery making party!Perfect for children aged 6+

Please contact me for more details

I also run parties for larger groupse.g. Brownies/Guides and Adults!

www.bohemianbeads.co.uk

0845 391 [email protected]

• Weddings • Christenings• Tea Parties • Fetes• Fairs • Film Sets• Photo Shoots

• Other celebrationsHundreds of beautifulplates, cups, saucers,teapots, jugs andcakestands to hire

Plates&PosiesVintage China Hire

Tel: 07503 763652 [email protected]

IIddyylllliicc CCrreeaattiioonnssWedding Fayres & all those other Special Occasions!

www.idylliccreations.vpweb.co.uk Proud to Support Macmillan Cancer SupportPhoto courtesy of Robert Leon Photography

FFrreeee AAddmmiissssiioonn!!

FFrreeee GGooooddiiee BBaagg!!

Sunday, 18th September 201111am till 3.30pmBowden Hall Hotel, Upton St Leonards,Gloucester�ursday Evening, 22nd September 20113.30pm till 9pmMarquee @ Whitminster Inn, Whitminster, GloucesterSunday, 25th September 201111am till 3.30pmManor by the Lake, Hatherley Lane, CheltenhamSunday, 2nd October 201111am till 3.30pmPittville Pump Room, Cheltenham

24 SEPTEMBERTHE REACH NEARLY NEW BABYAND CHILDREN GOODS SALE

The Reddings Community Centre, NorthRoad West, The Reddings, GL51 6RF.10.30am-12 noon. £1 entry.UNDERGROUND FESTIVALThe second year of Gloucester Guildhall’semerging music festival, bringing the bestup and coming bands from the UK to theCity. 12 noon-midnight. Free entry.Gloucester Guildhall.www.undergroundfestival.co.uk.HOLST BIRTHDAY CONCERTConcert of Baroque Music by GlevumConsort. 7.30pm. Non-members £12,Members £10. Available from the HolstBirthplace Museum or on door. All SaintsChurch, All Saints Road, Cheltenham.BEE GEES FEVEROver two hours of Bee Gees heaven.7.30pm. £15 (£14 concs), Under 18’s£10. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street,Tewkesbury.CELTISHCombining passion with tradition anddexterity to produce evocative, traditionalmusic. 8pm. £12 adv (concs £10). 01453760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms,George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE.www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.PLOUGHMAN’S LUNCH11.45am-1.45pm. Tickets £2.50 availablefrom Paul Garwood. Salvation Army Hall,Eastgate Street, Gloucester. Further details:[email protected]. 01452545960/ 01452 311332.

24-25 SEPTEMBERMALVERN AUTUMN SHOWFood and drink, gardening delights, animalfun and antics, country pursuits, discoveryzone and more. 9am-6pm. Free carparking. Ticket prices and further detailswww.threecounties.co.uk.1940’S WARTIME WEEKEND INTHE FORESTSteam trains about every hour betweenapproximately 10.30am-3.30pm each day.Go along in ‘forties’ clothes but this is notcompulsory! Free parking. Dean ForestRailway, Norchard, Forest Road, LydneyGL15 4ET. 01594 845840.UNDERGROUND MUSIC FESTIVALGloucester Guildhall. This event is forthose aged 14+. Free. 23 Eastgate StreetGloucester GL1 1NS.www.undergroundfestival.co.uk.DAY OUT WITH THOMAS AT GWRThe gates open at 9am and last entry is at2.50pm. Further info: www.gwsr.com.RHINO WEEKEND

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, BurfordOX18 4JP. 01993823006.25 SEPTEMBERCHELTENHAM BRIDE & GROOMSHOWFree Entry 11am-4pm. Catwalk shows at12noon & 3pm. Cheltenham Town Hall.AUTUMN RAMBLECome along and experience Eastnor’sbeautiful Arboretum at the start of thisglorious season. Take a guided trail aroundthe trees and see the autumn fall. Adult£5.75, Seniors £4.75, Child (3-15yrs)£3.75, Family (2+3) £15.25. EastnorCastle, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1RL.01531 633160.CROCOSMIAPresented by little bulb theatre and back bypopular demand. Fast-paced storytelling.7.30pm. £10/£8 concs. Parabola ArtsCentre, Parabola Road, GL50 3AA.RUSSELL KANE IN TEWKESBURYRoses Theatre, Sun Street. From 8pm.Tickets £17.50. 01684 295074.ART DECO FAIRSpecialist Art Deco Fair, incorporating ArtDeco, Art Nouveau and early Post Wardesign. Ceramics, Jewellery, Glass andmuch more. £3 entry. Free Parking,Refreshments and disabled access. PitvillePumprooms, East Approach Drive,Cheltenham GL52 3JE.ALZHEIMER’S CHARITY WALK1pm. A fundraising Memory Walk. IanHorlick on 07733 086100. WestonbirtArboretum, Tetbury.

GREYHOUND CHARITY WALK

11.30am. Contact Charlotte Lewis [email protected]. WestonbirtArboretum, Tetbury.VIOLIN SONATA RECITALJ.S.Bach’s Solo Violin Music played byMichael Bochmann in the Quire atGloucester Cathedral. 4.15pm. Sonata no.3 in C major. Partita no. 3 in E major. Free.12 College Green, Gloucester GL1 2LX.26 SEPTEMBERFASHION SHOW7pm for 7.30pm start. There will be a raffleand drinks. Tickets available from theschool and the Cotswold Care Hospicecharity shop in Minchinhampton.Minchinhampton School, School Rd,Stroud GL6 9BP.28 SEPTEMBERTHE MANFREDSTickets from £18.50. Should you requireconcession tickets please call 0844 5762210. 7.30pm. £18.50. Cheltenham TownHall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA.28-29 SEPTEMBERWOODY WOMEN WORKSHOPA two day course which women will findempowering by learning effective use oftools, woodland management, tree folkloreand woodland crafts. £140 including lunch,camping and materials. Booking essential,contact Ruth Goodfellow 07794 054623.Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury.29 SEPTEMBERTHE UKULELE ORCHESTRA OFGREAT BRITAINTickets £20. Should you requireconcession tickets please call 0844 5762210. 7.30pm. £20. In aid of Lincwww.lincfund.org. Cheltenham Town Hall,Imperial Square, GL50 1QA.LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL12.30pm. Ashley Grote, Assistant Directorof Music, Gloucester Cathedral. With largescreen projection of the performer.Admission free with retiring collection.Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green,Gloucester GL1 2LX.30 SEPTEMBERBLACK RUSSIANGritty rock and roll. Before11pm freeentry. £2 after. 31 Southgate Street,Gloucester GL1 1TP. 01452 [email protected] DANCEGreat atmosphere and dance floor. Topswing and jive music. 8.30pm. £7. 01453760900. Stroud Subscription Rooms.www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk.


PATESIANS SPORTS& SOCIAL CLUB

CALL IN TO THE CLUBEverest Road, Cheltenham GL53 9LG

or call 01242 524633 for more details

A social and sporting havenin a lovely situation

New range of beers including Real AlesSKY SPORTS TV

Bookings for private birthday parties, anniversaries,christenings etc. available to members

A local community club open to all...NEW MEMBERS

ALWAYS WELCOME

30 SEPTEMBERLADIES SING THE BLUESLifting the Blues presents an evening offantastic lady blues singers, includingConnie Lush, Diane Charlemagne and KylaBrox, all in aid of the Cheltenham andDistrict Samaritans. Live music. 7.30pm.£20. 01242 258002.www.bacontheatre.co.ukHIGH SHERIFF’S MUSICALCHARITY CONCERTSpend an evening celebrating county talentat its best. Musicians, singers, dancers andeven circus acts will entertain you at thisspectacular event. 7pm. Raising funds forthe High Sheriff ’s Charitable Trust andGloucester Cathedral. Tickets £25, £18,£10 available from Box Office 01242505444, Regent Arcade Cheltenham andCheltenhamfestivals.com. 12 CollegeGreen, Gloucester GL1 2LX.

CLAIRVOYANCE WITH PSYCHICTONY STOCKWELL7pm. Gloucester Guildhall, 23 EastgateStreet, Gloucester GL1 1NS.1 OCTOBERTHE COMMITMENTS SOUL PARTY

Celebrating twenty years since the iconicfilm was released; The Commitments SoulParty kicks off with a screening of theoriginal feel-good Irish film TheCommitments [15], on the big screen. Thisis followed by the live 10-piece tributeband, The Kommitments, who aredynamic, visual, authentic and accurate,capturing all the energy and atmosphere ofthe movie. Film 7pm. Live band 9.15pm.£17. Combined (£15 Concert, £5 Film).01242 258002. www.bacontheatre.co.uk.THE FUNGI AT WESTONBIRTAND THEIR TREES GUIDED WALKJoin Dave Shorten, from the CotswoldFungus Group to explore Westonbirt’sremarkable diversity of fungi and discoverthe hidden roles they play in supportingtheir trees. Meet in the Education Centre.10.30am-12.30pm & 2-4pm. £8 per adult,£5 per child (in addition to admission). Call01666 880220 to book. No dogs allowed.Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury.2 OCTOBERGRANDPARENTS DAYCotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, BurfordOX18 4JP. 01993823006.7-16 OCTOBERCHELTENHAM LITERATURE FESTIVAL

Appearances from Duncan Bannatyne,Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and AdeleParks to name a few. Workshops andmore. Box office: 01242 505 444www.cheltenhamfestivals.com.

29 OCTOBERHEART & SOUL COMMUNITY CHOIRAT LONGFORD VILLAGE HALLWorld Song in Harmony. An eclectic mix tokeep everone on thier toes. 7.30pm.Longford Village Hall. Longford Lane. £6 or£5 concessions and in advance.Refreshments, Raffle. 01452 381642.

MONTHLYEVENTS

EVERY TUESDAYARGENTINE TANGO DANCECLASSESFrom 8pm, beginners to intermediate.No partner or experience necessary. St.Mark’s C of E Junior School, RobertBurns Avenue GL51 [email protected].

EVERY WEDNESDAY IN TERM TIMESWING DANCE CLASSESDance to the music of Duke Ellington’sswing era. Beginner swing classes.Dowty Social Club, Staverton, 7pm. Nopartner [email protected] orwww.jazzjiveswing.com.

EVERY THURSDAYCHOIR FOR THE OVER 50’SFrom 10.30am-12 noon Age UK Gloschoir meets at St. Stephen’s Church, St.Stephen’s Road, GL50. It’s free and theemphasis is on fun. No need to readmusic and no audition. Men areparticularly welcome. For more infocontact Sheryl on 01452 420929 [email protected]

4TH FRIDAYCOFFEE MORNINGIn aid of Air Ambulance from 10am-12pm at the Emmanuel Church,Leckhampton. 50p entrance fee whichincludes coffee or tea and raffle. Pleasecall Betty on 01242 620289 for details.

SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBERSOCIAL BALLROOM & LATINDANCEEveryone welcome to a fun and friendlydance evening featuring all Ballroom andLatin styles including Argentine Tango andSalsa. From 7.30-10.30pm. £5pp. TheWheatpieces Community Centre,Columbine Rd, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP.Contact DancewithDeb on 07760763967.

BethesdaMethodistChurch

Friendly, Christ-centred eco-church,behind Bath Road shops.Variety of worship styles and

services; house-groups, choir andother mid-week activities.Contact: Rev Hilary Ewing

01242 524889www.bethesda-church.org.uk

Visit the churchSunday Service 10.00 am

Wednesday Testimony Meeting 7.30 pm

First Church of Christ, Scientist,Cheltenham – Bayshill Road.

Call at the Reading Room at119 Bath Road

Wed - Sat, 10.30am - 12.30pm

Call 07909 882425 for informationwww.christianscience-

cheltenham.org.uk

Gain a newperspective on Life

THE BIG ACTcomes to Cheltenham!

Fun, quality performing arts training foryoung people aged 4-18yrs. Learn from theprofessionals! Act, sing, dance, PERFORM!For further info and to book your FREE TRIAL– www.thebigact.com or call 0870 881 0367

PROMOTEYOUR EVENT?Call ANDY or MALC01242 510500


DDiidd yyoouu kknnooww??with Sam Gobourn

Seventy-one years ago the decision was made todemolish a former Cheltenham landmark; theWinter Garden. Built in 1879 the Winter Gardenhas been described as “one of the mostremarkable buildings ever to grace the town”.

Originally intended as a recreation area for theupper classes, the monolithic structure neveractually came to much and most events held therewere less than successful for a variety of reasons.The building changed ownership many times butno owner could make the building pay.

Eventually in 1895 the building was bought bythe town council, primarily because nobody elsewould. The Winter Garden was used as anexhibition hall for a while, staging various events,but it was soon to lose this function as well whenin 1904 the Town Hall was built – right next door.

The building survived throughout the next 35years but by the time the Second World War camein 1939 the Winter Garden was “an ailingalbatross around the council’s neck.” Repairs tothe gigantic structure had been neglected foryears and the buildings safety was questionable.

At this time the structure originally intended tobe Cheltenham’s Crystal Palace served nopurpose whatsoever. The following year, 1940, thecouncil breathed a huge sigh of relief as thedecision was finally made to demolish the WinterGarden. The fabricated excuse was that thebuildings size would have provided the GermanLuftwaffe with an easily identifiable target. Eitherway, the building was quickly removed.

Removing the Winter Garden did not helpCheltenham escape the attentions of the Luftwaffehowever, and Cheltenham did suffer many seriousbombing raids. All that remains of the oncegigantic structure is a few bricks in the side of theTown Hall, bricks that look completely out of placeunless you know the true story behind them.

Cheltenham’sWinter Garden

Reproduced by permission of The Francis Frith Collectionwww.francisfrith.com


TO ADVERTISE YOURPROMOTION TELEPHONE: 01242 510500

VOUCHERS The LocalANSWER

Shipton GolfCourse

PLAY 18 HOLES FOR THE PRICE OF 9

Tel: 01242 890237 Nr Frogmill, Shipton,Cheltenham,Gloucestershire GL54 4HTwww.shiptongolf.co.uk

WITH THIS VOUCHER IN SEPTEMBER 2011 –VALID FOR ONE PLAYER PLAYING 18 HOLES

to have this size voucher in ourOctober 2011 issue if booked on/by

Monday 19th September 2011For further details or to book your

space, please telephone01242 510500

3 MONTH RATE FOR1 MONTH COMMITMENT!

Advertise yourSpecial Offers in

40,000 magazinesdistributed throughout

Cheltenham

ONLY£90+VATThe LocalANSWER

only£5.95anyPizza anyPasta

WITH THIS VOUCHER – EATING IN ONLY

– AT THE FOLLOWING TIMES*:LUNCH Mon-Sat 12-2.30pm & Sun 12-3.00pm

EVENINGS Mon-Fri 5.30-7.30pmConditions apply – call for details.

DURING SEPTEMBER 2011

44/48 St James Street,

Cheltenham GL52 2SH


for more information ...

www.bottelinos.net

Add £2.50 for any Starter or Dessert from selected range

1 Royal Well PlaceCheltenham GL50 3DN

Opposite the Bus Station

01242 221101www.giannicheltenham.com

ianniRistorante

On presentation of this voucher.Drinks not included. Valid with

evening meals Sunday-Thursdaysonly until 30th September 2011for parties of up to 10 people.

Not valid on Bank Holiday weekends. Only one voucher may beused per table. We reserve the right to end this offer without

prior notice. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

SAVE 20%off your food bill

*Discount redeemable with thisvoucher on all orders placedbefore end of September 2011– please mention The LocalAnswer at time of booking.

SAVE 20%onCarpet Cleans*

07754 417 65007792 199 644

[email protected] Buttermere Close, Hatherley,Cheltenham GL51 3NZ

Specialist Cleaning

The Parrot Bar and Grill

4 North Place, Cheltenham GL50 4DW ~ 01242 526965 ~ www.TheParrotBar.com

LLuunncchhttiimmee

22--44--11OONNLLYY

££66..9900ffoorr aannyy ttwwoo ooff

nniinnee ggrreeaattlluunncchhttiimmee ddiisshheess

Valid throughout September 2011 on presentation of this voucher –Monday-Saturday lunchtimes only between 12 noon & 2.30pm

Discover fine food

Heavy duty ‘Tongue & Groove’Sheds, Summer Houses,Workshops, Playhouses

& Animal HousingView our great range of products atwww.sheds-direct.net

5% OFFALL ORDERS PLACED

DURING SEPTEMBER 2011

Worcester Shed& Fencing Ltd

Unit 11, Three Springs Trading EstateVincent Road, Worcester WR5 [email protected]

01905358750

Any service with this voucherNew family friendly Salon just

opened in the centre ofCheltenham with a fully equipped

play room.

50% Off

25 Pi�ville Street, Cheltenham.GL52 2LN.


37 Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7HGTel: 01242 226 229

www.samisspice.comValid till 30th September 2011. Not valid on takeaways.

25% OFFYour food bill

7 DAYS A WEEK!

TERMS AND CONDITIONS*Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotion ordiscount. One voucher valid per table/bill transaction. ValidMon-Thur only until 29/09/11 on presentation of this voucher.

£5 OFFWHEN YOU SPEND

£30 OR MORE*

COMPLETE THIS VOUCHER AND HAND IT TO YOUR SERVER

Full Name: ..........................................................................................................................

House Name/Number: ......................... Post Code: ............................................................Please enter your email address and mobile number here, so that we can keep you updated with details offuture offers and discounts:

Email: ......................................................... Mobile: ..........................................................�� Please tick here if you do not want us to write to you with details of offers in future.Terms & Conditions: One voucher per visit. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or discount promotionincluding set menus (lunch/specials). Valid until 30/09/11. Excludes Mondays 5pm – 11pm. Data capture must becompleted to redeem offer. Voucher must be surrendered upon redemption. Only valid at Frankie and Benny’s inthe Brewery, Cheltenham.

SAVE 20% OFF YOUR FOOD BILL

Valid with this voucher, Mon – Fri after 2pm. Valid until 29/09/11.For full terms visit the venue. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

One voucher per paying child.

50% OFFEntrance fees to the Play Farm

50% OFFEntrance fees to the Play Farm

Free 5 day Gym passOn production of this voucher. Call in tothe club or phone on 01242 545 740 tobook in for your free guest membership.

Valid until 30/09/11

25% OFFFOOD

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: *Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotion or discount.One voucher valid per table/bill transaction. Data capture must be redeemed to collect offer. Offer can

be withdrawn at any time by apresbars.uk. Valid until 30/09/11 on presentation of this voucher.

*25% OFF

FOODTHE ONLY BARWITH A 3D PROJECTOR SCREEN IN THE UK

Save 20% off your food billValid Sun to Fri until 31/10/11 atChiquito Cheltenham only. Not inconjunction with any other offer/setmenu including lunch and eveningmenus. Discount applies to foodbill only. Valid for tables of up to sixpeople, including children. Onevoucher per table/bill transaction.

atOFFERS

MMaarriinnaatteedd ffoorr 2244 hhoouurrss bbeeffoorree bbeeiinngg ffllaammee ggrriilllleeddttoo ppeerrffeeccttiioonn iinn tthhee ssppiiccyy bbaassttee ooff yyoouurr cchhooiiccee

TTrryy iitt ffoorr ffrreeee –– wwee’’llll sswwaapp tthhiiss vvoouucchheerr ffoorr 55 FFRREEEE wwiinnggss!!TT’’ss && CC’’ss:: VVaalliidd aatt NNaannddoo’’ss CChheelltteennhhaamm oonnllyy.. 55 ffrreeee wwiinnggss wwiitthh aa

mmiinniimmuumm ssppeenndd ooff ££33..5500.. VVaalliidd uunnttiill 3311//1100//1111

5 FREEWINGSNow’s the time to try Nando’s legendary Peri Peri chicken

COMPETITION

Win 4 x Cinema Tickets and 4 x Fright NightT-shirts courtesy of Cineworld and Disney!

PLUS 2nd & 3rd prizes of 2 x T-shirtsTo enter email ‘Fright Night’

to [email protected]* Terms and conditions: A winner and two runner-ups will be drawn at random and contacted on 23rdSeptember 2011. The winners’ names can be provided on request after 1st October by [email protected]. By entering your email you agree to receive the occasional e-newsletterabout offers and events in the Brewery which you can, of course, opt out of receiving at any time.

For information on forthcoming events visit www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk


Improve yourposture, flexibility

and corestrength!

PILATES CLASSES

For details on all of the above contact TINA:


Are you ready to try something different?

ALLWITH SPORTINA!Excellent rates • Pay-As-You-Go • Block Booking Discounts

BOOK BY PHONE OR ONLINE

atThe Brewery GL50 4FAEvery Monday 10am

Every Tuesday 7.30pmNon Members £5

Fitness First Members £3FREE PARKING!

Starts Mon 12th SeptemberIntroductory offer available*

atGrosvenor Terrace GL52 2SAEvery Tues 6.15-7.15pmNon Members welcome!Starts Tues 6th SeptemberIntroductory offer available*

SWINDON VILLAGESCHOOL

Every MondayZUMBA 6.45-7.40pmPILATES 7.45-8.45pmStarts 5th September

THE BAPTIST CHURCHCharlton Kings

Every WednesdayPILATES 6-6.55pmZUMBA 7-8pm

Starts 7th SeptemberIntroductory offer on Zumba*

*INTRODUCTORY OFFERat FitnessFirst, Fitness4Less

& ‘The Baptist Church’

CLASSES JUST ££11FIRST ZUMBA OR AQUA ZUMBA SESSIONS

ONLY ON STARTING DATES SHOWN

GET

TURNED

ON

18 Suffolk Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2AQwww.theguildhairdressing.co.uk

to view the full range of promotional offers and services

A highly skilled andexperienced team of

hairdressers is on handto create the perfect

look for you!

THE GUILD HAIRDRESSING

GGUILD

HAIRDRESSING

THE

� In depth consultationrelating to face shape,skin tone and hair texture

� Personal attentionthroughout your service

� Quality assured

DISCOUNT FOR NEW CLIENTS OFF FIRSTAPPOINTMENT WITH THIS COUPON

TLA�

01242 514900

FOR ABEAUTIFULRESPONSEADVERTISEYOUR

BUSINESSHERECall01242510500

FFeeeelliinngg GGrreeaattwith Alison Hambling

I ALWAYS feel a little self-conscious going for amassage, but after being asked to experience aAromatherapy massage at Caroline Hughes’ Nature’sEssence Aromatherapy treatment room my feelingshave now totally been transformed. Caroline or ‘Corky’ – as I’m sure she will be knownto you after just one appointment – is a font ofknowledge in holistic treatments using essential oils.Caroline has just opened her treatment room inMontpellier Terrace and the beautiful art decosurroundings, in conjunction with soothing music,provide the perfect environment to relax. Themassage treatment eases muscle pains through therelease of toxins, relieves stiffness in joints andalleviates poor circulation by increasing oxygen flowin the blood.Upon meeting Caroline we sat and discussed mylifestyle, medical history and any current anxieties inmy life. We talked about how aromatherapy worksthrough massage and its healing properties. Wechose a base oil of grape seed and added essentialoils of rose, frankincense and neroli to helprelaxation, alleviate tension and promote well-being– and one that wouldn’t leave me feeling too ‘oily’ formy afternoon appointment!This was the most comprehensive massage I thinkI have ever had, and was certainly 80 minutes ofsheer indulgence. After ensuring I was comfortableCaroline massaged my body from head to toe a littleat a time, ensuring the rest of my body was keptwarm and keeping my modesty intact. Each fingerand toe was flexed and massaged and even the palmof my hand. Caroline’s calming and caring attitudemade my visit a really pleasant experience and I don’tthink I’ll be waiting for any muscle problems before Ivisit her again!

Caroline Hughes

Aromatherapy massage

Nature’s Essence AromatherapyBased at Paco Delgado Emporium3 Montpellier Terrace Cheltenham

TTeell:: 0077779966 995566110055Email: info@naturesessence.org.ukwwwwww..nnaattuurreesseesssseennccee..oorrgg..uukk


Nature’s Essence Aromatherapy“Helping to restore balance to mind,

body & spirit through massage”Everyone needs a little ‘Me Time’ so take the opportunity

to relax and unwind whether it’s for total relaxation,beauty or just simply uplifting your soul

Caroline Hughes (ItecDip) MIFA

Independent Consultant forNeal’s Yard Organic Remedies

TToo bbooookk aa ttrreeaattmmeenntt::

Tel: 07796 956105Email: info@naturesessence.org.ukwwwwww..nnaattuurreesseesssseennccee..oorrgg..uukk

Based at PPaaccoo DDeellggaaddoo EEmmppoorriiuumm3 Montpellier Terrace Cheltenham

10%ooffff wwhheenn yyoouupprreesseenntt tthhiiss

aaddvveerrtt

LeckhamptonCHIROPRACTIC CLINIC• Back and Leg Pain• Neck and Arm Pain• Headaches• Sports Injuries• Whiplash Injuries• Muscle and Joint Pain• Pregnancy, Babies• Children, Elderly

For:

A caring professional serviceAlison Shaw DC MCCBronwen Henley MChiro01242 2274402 Brunswick Buildings, Bethesda Street, Leckhampton

FREEASSESSMENTSAVAILABLE

Traditional Acupuncture and Massage availableMember of the British Chiropractic Association


(e newBEAUTY BUZZ is...

"Waterproof MakeUp for Summer & Beyond... no slide,no smudge & no hassle.Give Kim a call or pop along toBlink Lash & Beauty Studio in Leckhampton for a freeconsultation...throw away makeup pencils for good!"

Permanent MakeUp is a fantastic, long lasting solutionfor overplucked, thin & patchy eyebrows. Lasts up to 2years before the colour may need refreshing.Please call oremail Kim for a chat about your brows, eyes or lips & find outwhat she can do for you!

Eyeliner-choose natural &soft or bold from £250

Lips-enhance the shape,border or colour from £300

ppeerrmmaanneenntt mmaakkeeuupp bbyykkiimm bbrruunnwwiinn

www.permanentmakeupgloucestershire.com

BBrrooww bbeeffoorree

EEyyeelliinneerr aafftteerr

BBrrooww aafftteerr

LLiippss aafftteerr

Eyebrows-fantasticprocedure to redesignyour brows £350

Free consultation@ Blink Beauty

Studio now!

Mobile: 07906 159 733Email: [email protected]

Blinklash & beauty

studio01242 263610

YOU’RE ONE VISIT AWAYFROM TOTAL FOOT COMFORT!With the ‘iStep’ foot-scanner, it is very easy to identify theideal orthotic insole for your individual needs. ‘iStep’ identifiesfoot size, arch type and pressure points and then recommendsthe most appropriate orthotic insole for you.

� Ideal for sports, walking and working� Outstanding comfort� Orthotics £45.00 per pair

FREE FOOT SCANNING IN-STORE

iStepFoot ScannerNow in ourCheltenham& BathStores

Myshu Cheltenham92 High StreetCheltenhamGL50 1EG

01242 522 715

Mastershoe Bath92Walcot Street

BathBA1 5BG

01225 460 509

Bring this advert with you andSAVE £5 off your first pair of orthotics

For more information:www.mastershoe-sportshoe.co.uk/aetrex-z-82.html

19 Shurdington Road Cheltenham GL53 OJA(opposite Norwood Arms car park)

www.blink-lashes.co.uk

Blinklash & beautystudio & Blinkat Blushes

07887 558 823

SPECIAL OFFERXTREME LASHTM

Pre-holiday Lash ExtensionsRegular set £45

thehaven

182 Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings01242 252 869

[email protected]

Tranquil Professional Local

HHaavvee yyoouu bbeeeennaawwaayy tthhiissssuummmmeerr??

Is your facefeeling a little

dry? Skin looking flat?Come and have a facial at

The Haven with a FREE brow-shape normally £36Special offer £33 until

10 October 2011

Take a step nearerto new feet!Debra Reeves

SAC Dip FHPT, SAC Dip FHPP

Call me today on07891 242707

Email:[email protected]

Web:www.healthyfeetclinic.co.uk

Mobile ClinicChiropody Service


MWEFURNISHINGS LTD

• Sofas and chairs made to measure •• Footstools • Window seats •

• Antique and modern re-upholstery •• Headboards • Loose covers •

~ FREE ESTIMATES ~Telephone 01242 285685

Come and see us at ...4 ULLENWOOD COURT, ULLENWOOD

CHELTENHAM GL53 9QS

YOUR LOCAL UPHOLSTERERS

BUILDING A BUSINESS ON REPUTATION MAKE YOURBUSINESS BLOOMTo advertise call 01242 510500

COMPLETE HOMEIMPROVEMENTSPROPERTY MAINTENANCE

including� Kitchens & Bathrooms � Tiling �

� Plumbing � Carpentry � Plastering �

� Painting & Decorating �

Contact Dan Boon ~ [email protected] 618180 / 01242 222225

PROPERTY MAINTENANCEincluding

� Kitchens & Bathrooms � Tiling �

� Plumbing � Carpentry � Plastering �

� Painting & Decorating �

COMPLETE HOMEIMPROVEMENTS

FREE UPGRADE TO ‘A’ RATED WINDOWS–BOOK NOW!UP TO 40% DISCOUNT–1 MONTH LIMITED PERIOD ONLY

Coloured Grained PVCu windows Repairs to windows and glass replacementBi-Fold doors now available Aluminium and wooden frames availableComposite doors ECO FRIENDLY company - All waste recycledNo Deposits & FREE Quotation Trade Frames (supply only) also availablePVCu facias, soffits and guttering

The leading manufacturer of clean burning wood stoves

British and clearly the best since 1987

CLEARVIEW STOVES SHOWROOMSDinham House, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1EJ. Tel: 01584 878 100

Woolcomber House, Sheep Street, Stow-on-the-Wold , Glos GL54 1AA.

Tel: 01451 831 000

Brochure Line: 01588 650 123 www.clearviewstoves.com

Choosing wood and a Clearview Stove to heatyour home will save you money, bring you pleasure

and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.

Come home to the benefit’s of a Clearview Stove.

CLEARVIEW STOVES

Unit 1A, Leckhampton Industrial Estate,205 Leckhampton Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 0AL

t 01242 520337 f 01242 223848e [email protected]

www.thespa-klingpoolcompany.co.uk

HOTTUBS

Now on display in our showroom

EliteStorm

MKII Spa2110 x 1880x 940mm

5 Seater SpaLED LightingI-Pod Sound

System36 Jets

WaterfallFeature

THE

SPA-KLINGPOOL COMPANY

ONLY

£4,995


All offers subject to availability

DDEECCKKIINNGG38mm qualityPer metre:

55" ££11..7799+VAT66" ££22..0099+VAT

IINNDDIIAANN SSAANNDDSSTTOONNEEAUTUMN PREMIUM

FFRROOMM ££1133..9955+VAT per sq. metreFFOOSSSSIILL MMIINNTT

OONNLLYY ££1166..9955+VAT per sq. metre

Fly over to StavertonBuilding Supplies

for all your building requirements under o

ne roof

600 x 600 Buff Riven Slabs£2.98+VAT

450 x 450 Buff Riven Slabs£1.64+VAT

ALLWELCOME!

Trade& Retail

STAVERTON BUILDING SUPPLIESJupiter Court, Meteor Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester GL2 9QL

(on B4063 behind new Mitsubishi Car showroom)Telephone: 01452 712108

email: [email protected]: Monday-Friday 7.30am-5.00pm & Saturdays 8.00am-12.00pm

BUILDING MATERIALSDIY MATERIALS

GARDEN MATERIALS

HERE TO SAVE YOU MONEY

Hassle-freebuilding materials– no amount too small

OVER 7,000

PRODUCT LINES

25kg OP CEMENT(Collected)

£2.95+VAT per bag

GEO-FIX PAVINGJOINTING COMPOUNDFROM £24.75 +VAT

EACH

Stockists of: Cement, Ballast (25kg & bulk bags),Fence Posts, Fence Panels, Doors, Paints & Varnishes,Clothing & Footwear, Hardware, Tools & Power Tools,Sand & Cement, Paving, Bricks & Blocks, SawnTimber, Ironmongery, Plumbing, Landscaping

Materials & much more!3 size beautiful

Ashbourne Patio Feature KitFrom £14.50+VAT per sqm

StavertonBuilding Supplies

1500square feet ofLANDSCAPINGDISPLAYSon site

1500square feet ofLANDSCAPINGDISPLAYSon site

One-stop-shop for landscaping,building and decorating needs

Established five years, local company StavertonBuilding Supplies have got some great ideas onhow to improve your garden and outdoorareas this summer with their wonderful newpermanent landscaping display.

Located on the Meteor Business Park inChurchdown, the company offer a morepersonal service to help you plan the seatingarea, patio, or tranquil setting you desire.

With a large selection of heavyside goods,timber decking, walling, paving slabs, drivewaypaviors, fencing panels and other materials,you can be sure to find everything you need inone place.

There is also a large showroom with over7,000 product lines, including decorating

materials, door furniture, hand and powertools and mouldings and fixings.

Staverton Building Supplies are alwaysupdating their products and introducing newstyles to make sure customers get what theywant.They understand the importance ofbuilding long lasting relationships and the teamlove to inspire clients to help them make themost out of their home and garden.

Whether you are DIY or trade, you canexpect to find good value coupled with greatservice from the team at Staverton BuildingSupplies, so if you are looking to replace,update or create your ideal outdoor space,why not pop down to see their fantastic newdisplay and showroom.

StavertonBuilding Supplies

Sealed with


WORKING INPARTNERSHIPWITH

FREE adviceFREE quotationsFREE extended 5 year warrantyALL major boilers repaired/replaced

Over 60?Claim your £300 discounton new boiler installations

> We are officialWorcester Bosch&Vaillant accredited installers

> Servicing Gloucestershirefor over 25 years

> 5 year warranty onVaillantboilers

> Designed to suit your budget> Full design & installation service

Tel. 01242 570584 / 07973 844904 [email protected] www.daywellington.co.uk

REGISTER

DayWellington at a glance... GAS TM

�

New boiler packages from just £1899.00 incVAT*

Time for anew boiler?Need a newheating system?

ONALLNEW

WORCESTERBOSCHBOILERS

SUMMER SPECIALFREE 6 YEAREXTENDEDWARRANTY

For A Free No Obligation Quote Call

01242 861 11307779 129 632

JJS CONSTRUCTION LTD

w w w . j j s c o n s t r u c t i o n . c o . u k

SOLARPANELSNOW AVAILABLECall fordetails

• A-Rated windows as standard • Elitis range of windows and doors have a 15 year guarantee• Aluminium windows and Bi-folding doors • FULL REPLACEMENT fascias, soffits and guttering• Composite doors from Halo, with a 68mm thick door leaf, which is 30% thicker than other

composite doors • Conservatories, porches and carports


10 YEAR GUARANTEE www.spacemasterglos.com

FROM ONLY£490FITTED

WHETHER YOU PREFER MODERN OR TRADITIONALWE HAVE A WARDROBE STYLE FOR YOU...

Luxury Fitted Wardrobes

01452 548 152

Please call for a FREE quote, price list or just advicewithout any obligation

Visit our new showroom at: 800 Ashville Business Park (Behind Mercedes Benz)Commerce Road, Cheltenham Road East, Staverton, Glos. GL2 9QJ

Open: Monday-Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 2pmFor more information call 01452 855 550 or visit our website at www.firestyles.co.uk

Find your ultimate fireplaceAw

ard-wi

nning

fireplac

es for every

home


COTSWOLDPLUMBERS 24

HOURS

� HEATING � PLUMBING� 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

CALL 01242 234 576What would you say if someone told youthat your central heating system could betransformed, with very little disruption toyour home, using highly qualifiedengineers, with the best quality materialspossible at a price you could afford?

A family run business, CotswoldPlumbers Limited has provided qualityplumbing and heating services inCheltenham and Gloucestershire since2005. Our commitment to excellence isdemonstrated through repeatcustom and relationships thathave been built around a firstclass experience.

Offering our customers more...GAS TM

REGISTERREGISTER

AccreditedIns ta l l e r

WHY CHOOSE US?

� Leaks� Overflows� Burst Pipes� Showers� Pumps� Toilets� Taps� Waste Disposals� Saniflo's� Tanks� Hot Water Problems� Immersion Heaters� Cylinders

� Boiler Breakdowns� Servicing� Maintenance� New Boiler Installs� Radiators� Pumps� Programmers� Cylinders� Thermostats

www.cotswoldplumbers.co.uk

*Stressless® Small (Diplomat), Medium (Consul) and Large (Ambassador) recliners with footstools are available in Batick Cream leather with natural wood fi nish, Batick Brown leather with brown stain wood finish and Batick Black leather with black wood fi nish between 1 September and 30 November 2011. Save £360 on Stressless® Diplomat, was RRP £1,059 and now £699. Save £380 on Stressless® Consul, was RRP £1,179 and now £799. Save £440 on Stressless® Ambassador, was RRP £1,339 and now £899. While stocks last at participating Stressless® retailers only.

SaveYou can now enjoy the tailor-made feeling of a Stressless® recliner for less, as selected Stressless® recliners and matching footstools are now yours from just £699. With a choice of three sizes and unique comfort features you only fi nd on Stressless® recliners.

• Patented Stressless® Plus™ systemfor perfect support in any position

• The footstool automatically tiltsto the correct position for your legs

Experience the ultimate in comfort for less at our Stressless® Comfortstudio today or visit www.stressless.co.uk

now only

£699with immediate delivery

save £360*

while stocks last

Stressless® Diplomat recliner

small£699

medium£799

large£899

The Winnen Furnishing CompanySelkirk Street . Cheltenham . GL52 2HL t (01242) 521661 f (01242) 222360 e [email protected]

www.winnens.co.uk


[email protected]

T: 01242 269 746M: 07768 40 55 06

SSPPAA HHAANNDDYYMMAANNNo job too small

FFllaatt PPaacckk AAsssseemmbbllyy ••DDoooorr HHaannggiinnggPPaaiinnttiinngg && DDeeccoorraattiinngg •• FFaasscciiaass •• SSooffffiittss

GGuutttteerr CClleeaanniinngg •• SShheellvveessLLaammiinnaatteedd FFlloooorriinngg •• CCuurrttaaiinn PPoolleess

WWaarrddrroobbee FFiittttiinngg •• FFeenncciinngg && DDeecckkiinnggKKiittcchheenn FFiittttiinngg •• RRooooff RRiiddggee TTiillee RReeppaaiirrssPPaattiioo && BBlloocckk PPaavveedd CClleeaanniinngg && RReeppaaiirrss

Includes meter tail & earthing upgrade

ALL ASPECTS OF ELECTRICALWORK CARRIED OUT• Domestic, commercial & industrial• Full & part re-wires• Fire & intruder alarms• PAT testing• Inspection & testing

10% OFFwork booked in September 2011

with this advert

Mobile: 07769 653395Office: 01242 [email protected]

www.mdelectricalcontractors-cheltenham.co.uk

FUSEBOARD UPGRADES from £499

TIME FOR YOUTM

D O M E S T I C C L E A N I N G

We have local, vetted, insured and reliablecleaners throughout Cheltenham

Domestic Cleaning at

AFFORDABLE PRICESONLY £10.50 per hour!Local office inLeckhamptonTelephone:

01242 522268or 0800 8818945Email: [email protected]

www.timeforyou.co.uk

TOO BUSYTO CLEANOR IRON?

• Personal Assistant ServiceHelp with Shopping, Cleaning,Ironing, Companionship & Trips Out

• Lifeline Alarms & MonitoringBeat the 7 month waiting list –Get your lifeline installedwithin 3 days!

• Mobility & Useful Living Accessories

• Wheelchair Rentals

• Scooters

• Stair Lifts

• Care at Home

£50 OFFPRISM 4 AND NEO 4 ELECTRIC SCOOTERS

WITH THIS ADVERT

For a free catalogue or moreinformation call:

0845 271 9799

Caring for you

77 High Street, Cheltenham GL50 [email protected]

Services provided throughout Gloucestershire and Worcestershire

Live well at Home is the trading name of Independent Home Life Services Ltd

One Stop Care ShopFor All Your Care Needs


SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF ALL WORK SURFACES• Laminate • Granite • Wood• Composite Stone & many more!

• Worktop Refits • Door Replacements• Kitchen Upgrades • Full Kitchens

PLUMBING ~ GAS ~ ELECTRICAL ~ TILING• Top Quality Installations • Brochures, Samples & Swatches • Free Quotations• Photo Album, ‘Thank You’ Letters & References • Supply of all Materials

MOBILE 07970 190965CHELTENHAM 01242 704570GLOUCESTER 01452 290458www.hatherleyworktops.co.uk8 Wells Close, Warden Hill, Cheltenham GL51 3BX

HATHERLEY WORKTOPSS P E C I A L I S T S I N W O R K T O P U P G R A D E S S I N C E 1 9 9 2

Elegant Blinds“Elegance in the making!”

Local family run business offering…Free no obligation quote

Free measuringFree

Choose in the comfort of your own home at a time to suit you

Luxury Interior Blindsto compliment every room

Rollers 120cm x 120cm from £60Verticals 180cm x 120cm from £75Pleated 100cm x 100cm from £85

Wood Venetians 120cm x 120cm from £95

Also available

Call us today on 01242 [email protected]


07762 386851•01242 523376•[email protected]

We complete all aspects of bathroomdesign and installation.Offering a one stop solution fromconception to completion.Total bathroom will provide a highquality finish to your new bathroom.To discuss your requirements and arrangea no obligation quote please call or e-mail.

• All aspects of tree work • Driveways • Garden Maintenance• Hedge Trimming • Lawn Cutting • Patios • Decking • Pergolas

• Rockeries • Turfing • Fencing • ShedsDiploma in Horticulture ~ Established 1993

Free Quotes ~ Competitive Rates01242 713800 / 07778 340485www.markclifford-landscapes.co.uk

Are you fed up with yourdirty driveway and patio?

From

£75PROFESSIONAL CLEANING& REPAIRS TO PAVINGTARMAC & PATIOS

Are you fed up with yourdirty driveway and patio?

www.blockpaveclean.co.uk01242 3320190790 9964 99801242 3320190790 9964 998

Visit our website for full details/photos. Free surveys/estimateswww.blockpaveclean.co.uk

Acorn Gardening ServicesNO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL!PATIOS - DRIVEWAYS & BLOCK PAVINGFENCING - DECKINGGARDENWALLS - TURFINGGATES - SHEDS

D. GILES TEL: 01452 730071MOBILE: 07821 015914KONTIKI,WAINLODE LANE, NORTON, GLOUCESTER GL2 9LN

PLEASE CALL FORA FREE

QUOTATION

PLUS MUCHMORE!

Nick BurtonCarpenter

[email protected]

ALL JOINERY& DOMESTICCARPENTRYWORK UNDERTAKEN

01242 62098907970 409134

Renovations, Bespoke Furniture,Kitchens, Bathroom, Timber Flooring

NO JOB TOO SMALL

FRIENDLYCLEANINGSERVICE

EXCEPTIONAL STANDARDSFANTASTIC RATES

Weekly, Spring, ‘One-off’or Regular Cleans

Flexible hours to suit you –including weekends!

Honest, reliable, fully insuredand affordable service –references availableCALL ROSALEEN

01242 52635007940 808749www.rd-cleaning.co.uk

All Aspects of internal/external plastering

Specialist WorkBuilding Services

All work isCarried out to the highest standardsPerformed by trained professionalsCovered by public liability insurance

No job too smallFor a FREE quote Call

01242 693243 / 07798585396E: [email protected]

For all yourHome and Garden

requirements

PPeettee TTGGaarrddeenn &&HHaannddyymmaannSSeerrvviicceess

PPeettee TTGGaarrddeenn &&HHaannddyymmaannSSeerrvviicceess

For all your Home and Garden

requirementsPlease contact Pete on 07912 662 51601242 696950

[email protected]

Leaf Collection Hedge CuttingGutter Clearing

Patio Cleaning � FencingLoft Insulation

Painting/Home Maintenance

Please contact Pete on 07912 662 51601242 696950

[email protected]

TREESTUMPREMOVALAll tree stumps removed

and disposed ofAlso

Stump GrindingFor stumps near a buildingor fence where completeextraction is not possibleAll enquiries welcomeTel: 01242 262 782Mob: 07766 794 159

IInn tthhee GGaarrddeennwith Julia Smith

September is a lovely month, the weather is usuallyrather good, the evenings havenʼt drawn in too muchand the children are back at school!Use biological controlNow is a good time to use abiological control (nematodes)against vine weevil grubs (youknow the little beasts that asgrubs lie in wait in pots ofcyclamen, primulas, begoniasand other species and eat the roots away till the poor plantkeels over). The adult weevils make unsightly notches onthe leaves of plants like rhododendrons, which will not killthem but look horrid. The biological control is good to useon the pot plants but is not so effective in the gardendepending on the soil type. You can buy them from thegarden centre or online. From what I remember you haveto send off for the little ʻcrittersʼ as they donʼt have a shelflife, and they get posted to you. Follow the instructions onthe packet and mix up the microscopic nematode withwater and drench the pots. Donʼt let the compost dry out.Plant ColchicumsNow is also a good time toplant Colchicums (autumnflowering crocuses). Theylike sheltered but sunnypositions under trees (if tooexposed they get beatendown by wind and rain).They look like crocus buthave six anthers instead of three which crocus have. Youbuy them as dry corms, and arrange in small groups ofseven or more where they will be readily seen in theautumn and will make a lovely late display. Warning – allparts of the colchicum plant are poisonous so wash handsafter handling!Divide perennialsIf the weather allows you can get on with lifting anddividing any perennials that have got too congested, andstopped flowering as well as they had been – this can bedone in spring but by then things can get very busy so it isone less job to do. Lift the large clumps and with a pair ofgarden forks back to back, prise them apart into smallerpieces. Discard the woody, congested centre of clumps,replanting pieces which look healthy and have a good rootsystem and new shoots into compost enriched soil withsome bone meal added. These will give a good show thefollowing summer. This can be done up until Christmasdepending on the weather.Asparagus fernsCut asparagus ferns to the ground and getrid of them as they may be harbouring theeggs of the asparagus beetle – Criocerisasparagi. Apply a balanced feed such asblood, fish and bone meal over the soilsurface to help ensure a good crop next year.

wwwwww..jjuulliiaassmmiitthh--ggaarrddeenniinngg..ccoo..uukk ~ 0077992299 558877775511


DIGGERFOR HIRE

withExperienced OperatorFully insured service forfoundations, drainage,concreting, demolition,

driveways, ground levelling,ponds, pools and more

‘Go Anywhere’ Mini-Diggerfor easy access

For a free estimate callMartin on 01242 262 782

or 07766 794 159www.awkwardexcavations.co.uk

For a professional, honestand reliable service

please call Graham...

All aspects of interiorand exterior Painting

& Decorating•

General PropertyMaintenance

•Gardening Services

07917 18306201242 269422

COUNTRY-SIDELAWN TREATMENT SERVICE

A professional, experienced,family business, not a franchise

Call Chris for a brochure: 01242 235 714

COUNTRY-SIDELAWN TREATMENT SERVICE

A professional, experienced,family business, not a franchise

Member of IOG(Institute of Groundsmen)

From as little as£15.00 per 100 sq.mtr

(inc. Labour & VAT)

Member of IOG(Institute of Groundsmen)

From as little as£15.00 per 100 sq.mtr

(inc. Labour & VAT)

TREE SURGEON

SARGEANT’S48 Lambert Avenue, Shurdington

Cheltenham GL51 4ST

01242 517723www.sargeantstimberservices.co.uk

PROFESSIONALSERVICE ASSUREDReduction & Removal

of Trees & StumpsHedgework

PROFESSIONALSERVICE ASSUREDReduction & Removal

of Trees & StumpsHedgework

Landscaping & General BuildingPatios* Driveways* Fencing* Decking* Ponds* Turfing.....

New build-Brickwork-Carpentry-Plastering....

PinnaclePROPERTY SERVICES DOMESTIC - COMMERCIAL

25yrs of experience, why go anywhere else!!Free Quotation /References & portfolio to view

01242 573926 / [email protected]


�Driveways� Patios� Brickwork�

ALLLANDSCAPING

WORKUNDERTAKENMany local

references availablePortfolio to view

5 Year Guarantee with all works01242 255 043 ~ 07843 277 723

www.berudman.co.uk30 Runnymede, Up Hatherley, Cheltenham GL51 3RJ

B. E. RUDMANBLOCK PAVING - BUILDING - GROUNDWORK - FENCING

FREE QUOTATION & ADVICEACCOUNTANCY

& TAXATION SERVICESfor new & existing businesses

Telephone: 01242 244856Email: [email protected]

6 Manor Park Business CentreMackenzie WayCheltenham

Gloucestershire GL51 9TX

www.andorran.co.uk

chartered accountants


�Call in and see our showroom!�

Need a New Bathroom?We design, supply & install as a complete no

hassle package using our ownhighly skilled workforce

20% o> complete bathroominstallations for the over 60’s

These are quality Bathrooms ata>ordable prices!

Call now on: 01452 330 852www.severnvalebathrooms.co.uk

� Bathrooms� Ensuites� Cloakrooms� Ceilings� Shower Rooms�Walls� Lighting� Flooring

�Vanity Units� Heated Towel RailsMobility needs catered for

Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5pmSat: 9am-2pm135, PearceWay,Bristol Road,

Gloucester GL2 5YDShowroom located behind Bristol Street Motors

Back & Lejeune BuildersEstablished for over 30 years

FORALLTYPES OFBUILDINGWORK•Extensions •LoftConversions

•Alterations •Repairs •MaintenanceTelephone 01242 583216Mobile 07973 741662

Email [email protected]

ExperiencedQualified ElectricianGeneral buildingmaintenance, plumbing, decorating.

NOT JUST ELECTRICS!

COUNTYELECTRICAL

CONTRACTOR FOR

T: 01242 251743 M: 07770 790767

No job too big or smallFree quotations, Reliable, Friendly

30 YEARS EXPERIENCEReferences available

ALEXANDER BURN LTDFUNERALDIRECTORS

Courteous, efficientand respectful

T: 01242 673 300www.alexanderburn.com

22 Church Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham GL52 8LR

Independent family business24 hour personal service ~ Private chapels of rest

TTRREEVVOORRRROOGGEERRSS

INTERIOR / EXTERIORFREE ESTIMATESPAPER HANGINGCOVING & TILING

SPECIAL RATES FOR OAPs

01242 23751707787 332888

PAINTER &DECORATOR

General Property MaintenanceNew Kitchens & BathroomsPainting & DecoratingAll Aspects of Carpentry

Tiling • Fencing • Plastering • DeckingPatio Laying • Gutter Cleaning

General Property Refurbishment andSmall Extensions. General Handyman

and more...No job too small ~ Honest friendly adviceFully Qualified Registered Electrician

01242 570603 |07875 [email protected]

DISCOUNTWITH THIS ADVERT10%

Bereavement Stationery

Funeral announcement cardsOrder of service

Attendance cardsBookmarks

Thank you cards

We appreciate this a very difficult and emotional time. Mansell Mason can provide a one to one service to help guide you through your choice of stationery – whether it is a traditional or a more contemporary format.

Mansell Mason Design & PrintContact: Jill 01242 516788 [email protected]

“honouring lives, comforting loss”

IanGeorge& Co.

Funeral Director &Monumental Mason

24 hour personal service, 7 daysa week

Serving all faiths in all communities

Humanist & civil ceremonies

Traditional, eco coffins and caskets

Licenced funeral director& qualified embalmer

Pre-paid funerals

Phone: 01242 530 683Mobile: 07774 120 003

Email: [email protected]

251 Gloucester RoadCheltenham GL51 8NW


Ian George and Co believe a funeral serviceshould be a very special tribute to the life of aloved one. Being organised enough and makingclear decisions are difficult when you arebereaved. It is good to know, therefore, thatshould the time arrive when you need to rely ona professional, flexible, friendly and compassionateservice – help is at hand.Ian George is a Board Director of the ‘British

Institute of Funeral Directors’, and combined withover 30 years experience in the funeral businesshe has recently formed ‘Ian George and Co’ – anew Funeral Director and Monumental MasonCompany, serving Cheltenham and theCotswolds. Having worked in Cheltenham formany years (as well as Birmingham and SouthWales), Ian’s decision to provide a ‘Service ofExcellence’ in the town in which he lives is fullysupported by his family. His wifeDenesha and sons Tim and Josh, playtheir part – alongside a team ofdedicated and experienced supportstaff – in delivering client satisfaction indifficult circumstances.Many of the team at Ian George

and Co are actively involved inlocal organisations and professionalassociations, and the whole companyprides itself on serving all faiths,creeds and doctrines from every

A helping hand – when it’smost needed

community. Their mission is, simply put, to‘honour lives and comfort loss’.Ian says: “Being Cheltenham’s only ‘Licensed’

Funeral Director and qualified Embalmer helpsme deliver an extremely personal service –helping and guiding the family to give their lovedone a truly befitting tribute. I am available 24hours a day, 7 days a week to support thefamilies we serve.”Ian’s company is committed to the environment

– sourcing all their products from businesses thatconform to the high environmental standards ofthe Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Ian Georgeand Co are operating from new premises on theGloucester Road – a central position within thetown – opposite the railway station.As well as looking after clients who suddenly find

themselves in need of his service, Ian also catersfor those who wish to plan aheadand has a wide range of funeral pre-payment plans available.Whether your requirements are

imminent or forward thinking, Ianwelcomes you to visit his office anddiscuss the extensive range ofservices available.


01684 856830 [email protected]

An MOT foryour computer

for just £40A check-up of your home computer system

� Virus/malware removal� System updates

� Hard drive clean-up� Physical clean inside and out

� Speed up system� Written report

Charlton Networks also provideIT & Telecom Services to business.

We are offering a FREE IT & Communicationscheck-up to any business in Gloucestershire

GAS TM

01242 220125/07580 [email protected]

45 Chase Avenue, Charlton KingsCheltenham GL52 6YU

� General Plumbing� Central Heating� Bathrooms� Underfloor Heating� Power FlushingProfessional and reliable

Whatever your requirements, please contactus for a free ‘no obligation’ quotation...

Terry BrillPlumbing & Heating Limited

FREE QUOTATIONS

Domestic and Commercial CleaningBuilders CleansCarpet CleaningEnd of Tenancy CleansGarden services

Forall yourCleaningNeeds

01242 210 723 / 07799 232 669


PAUL DAVISPLASTERINGPAINTING &

DECORATINGInternal & External

GARDENMAINTENANCENo job too small!FREE ESTIMATES01242 51963707779 [email protected]

Contact07799 24669207775 87644301242 693111

25 Years ExperienceRoofing, Chimneys

DrainageRe-pointing

Structural OpeningsPlastering

Brickwork, Patio’sExtensions etc

J.T.GBuilding Services& Property Maintenance

Public Liability insured

Cotswold Court, Gloucester Road, Cheltenham GL51 0TF

•Bathrooms•Showers •Kitchens•Boiler Installations•HeatingSystems•Solar Thermal Installations •

All aspects of plumbing and central heatingundertaken – from leaky taps to complete

replacement systems

Stanley Plumbing Services

20% offAll BathroomInstallationsin September

NO CALL OUT CHARGEM: 07787 162 472 / 07787 162 474

T: 01452 347929E: [email protected]

inspiring projects ...inspiring people ...

inspiring you ...

Unit 4 Space Business Centre Tewkesbury RoadCheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 9FL

01242 518486 07787 [email protected] farrdenn.co.uk

� Extensions� Renovations� New Build� Barn Conversions� Loft Conversions� Basement Conversions

Residential and CommercialBuilding Contractors

For a free quotation contact Ryan...

STEVENSRECYCLING LTD

Stevens Recycling LtdHam Villa Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham

Gloucestershire GL52 6NB

Tel: (01242) 522647/529397 Fax: 01242 228438

Domestic and Industrial Skips

ATTENTION!Let us lighten your load!For a limited time only

10% DISCOUNT on all skip hirewhen you quote TLA 22/08/85

Offer runs until 30/09/2011

Specialists in felt fibreglass and Single ply flat roofing

Fully insured with over 15 years experience installingflat roofs in Cheltenham & surrounding areas

� Domestic, Commercial and Industrial� Council and Insurance work� Systems tailored to suit budget� Life expectancy with guarantees from 10-20 years� Competent, friendly and polite members of staff

Newman Roofing Systems Ltd2 Midnight Court Cheltenham GL52 5FET: 01242 570444 M: 07920 165678E: [email protected] ROOFING SYSTEMS


PHRECOVERYScrap Cars&VansWantedCASH PAIDTelephone

07778 358408

Learn French forFUN, HOLIDAYS, BUSINESS

& EDUCATIONGCSE, A2 and A level includingLiterature Preparation & Crash

Revision CoursesQUALIFIED

FRENCH TEACHERCall Suzanne:01242 [email protected]

LG MATTHEWSELECTRICAL SOLUTIONSX Domestic & CommercialX Full & Part RewiresX Inspection & TestingX Aerial & Satellite

07768 147454 01242 821511www.lgmatthews.com [email protected] Lodge, London Road, Cheltenham, GL54 4HG

SCHOOLGEEKS

NOWweFIX their

COMPUTERSPRINTER PROBLEMS? WIFI SLOW?PC SLOW? VIRUS? LOST DATA?

WE COME TO YOU!07855 793425~ Ask for William ~

WE CAN FIX IT!~ YES WE CAN!WE CAN FIX IT!~ YES WE CAN!

At

they called us

www.bhuntelectrical.co.uk01242 570603 / 07875 361874 [email protected]

B HUNT ELECTRICAL

Rewires • P.A.T.Testing • Part P RegisteredInspection &Testing Fuse Board Upgrades

New Builds/Extensions • Fault Finding & RepairsGarden Power and Lighting

NNOO CCAALLLL OOUUTT CCHHAARRGGEE •• NNOO JJOOBBTTOOOO SSMMAALLLL

FUSEBOARD UPGRADES

ONLY £339!INCLUDING VAT

Price includes bringing all mainearthing up to standard

Complies with all current safetyregulations

Fully certificated installers6 year insurance backed warranty

10%DISCOUNTWITH THIS

ADVERT

CONTACT SIMON ONDaytime 07870 563108 Or 01452 546363

COTSWOLDREWIRES

DOMESTIC ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST

CR• Full & Part Rewires • Fuseboards

• Interior/Exterior Lighting• Complete shower installation• Extra Sockets • Fault Findings

• TV Aerial Points

Local references availableNo call-out charge ~ Free Quotations

FFRRIIEENNDDLLYY •• RREELLIIAABBLLEE •• PPRROOFFEESSSSIIOONNAALL

Call Carl on 0077997700 991199 776644or 0011224422 770044557700

ccaarrll@@ccoottsswwoollddrreewwiirreess..ccoo..uukk8 Wells Close, Warden Hill, Cheltenham GL51 3BX

chartered accountants

MoneyMatterswith Roger Downes


www.andorran.co.uk

Roger Downes FCA is a director of Andorran

The recent stock market crashes made mewonder about where the best place was to investmy money. Not that I plan to answer that questionfor you here – you must do your own research andseek your own advice and not rely onthese musings.

About the sametime, someone toldme that horsenumber 17 inthe big race atYork was a surefire winner –only had to turnup to win, sort of thing.Not that I am encouraginggambling in this article; if youwish to do that, you should do soresponsibly.

But it did make me wonder about all the optionsopen to you if you have a few bob spare or if, morecrucially, you are trying to work out where to putyour life’s savings so that they are making you goodmoney for later life.

The value of investments can go up or down andeven the best fund managers struggle to get themto go in the right direction in times of market freefall. So if that’s too risky, how about a nice, safeinvestment in a bank or building society. Well withbank base rate on the floor, interest rates paid todepositors are miserly.

Mmmm ... property then perhaps? That’s alwaysbeen regarded as a safe haven, but as mostpeople who have tried to market their housesrecently will tell you, trying to sell it just at themoment requires an incredible amount of luck infinding a buyer. And I really don’t want to go backto that tip for York (which is still running by the way).

Good luck with your thoughts. I think I’ll just goback to being ‘Confused of Cheltenham’.

Where toinvest?


FOCUS ON FINANCE

vanalliManaging change

Alistair HuntTel: 01242 633 688 E-Mail: [email protected]

WWW.VANALL I .CO .UK

Personal Financial Coaching� Tailored courses to suit your needs� Financial Health Checks� Planning for the future

Small Business Mentoring� Business Plans� Cash Flow Management� Objective advice

Business Services� Management Accounting� Costing� Budgeting

I.D.GODWINHeating, Plumbing

& Electrical Services• Full Emergency

Service• Heating Systems• Bathrooms• Showers• Boiler Installations

& Service

63 Little Herberts Road, Charlton Kings

Worcester trainedand approved

TELEPHONE01242 512523/07836 379717

NOW6 YEARWARRANTIES onWorcester Boilers

£300 Off toQualifying People

www.iangodwin.com

72524

PC-MendersIT help for Home and Small Business users• Repairs & Troubleshooting• Upgrades• Virus removal• Data recovery and transfer• System set-up & Training• Networks & Servers

phone: John on 01242 576650email: [email protected]


FEMALEDECORATORAll decorating needs met.No job too big or small.Friendly and professionalwork ethic with qualityfinishes every time.

Cheltenham, Gloucesterand surrounding areas.

Telephone -01242 69278207929 610681

email [email protected]

The Self AssessmentDeadline is Approaching

31st Oct for paper based &31st January for online returns

Need help?Low rates starting from £75

10% off with this advertBookkeeping/VAT/Payroll

Free Consultation and FreePaperwork Collection/Postal service

[email protected]

07845 540 500

25 Years ExperiencedTime Served Tradesman

• Plastering • Floor Screeding •• Partitioning • Bricklaying •

• Floor & Wall Tiling • Dry Lining •• External Rendering • Carpentry

• PaintingT: 0011224422 224455778844 M: 0077771166 000077332266

E: mmeennccrraaffttss@@yymmaaiill..ccoomm wwwwww..ccrraaffttssmmeennbbuuiillddeerrss..ccoo..uukk

BUILDERSCRAFTSMEN

BUILDERS

FFrreeeellaannccee TTeecchhnniiccaall TTrraannssllaattoorrHave your technical specifications, contracts,

instruction manuals, etc., translated from French,Italian or Spanish into English by a native English

speaker with over 40 years experience working for numerous UK and European

translation agencies.

Speedy turnround at reasonable rates.

Call or email for details and CVTel. 01242 520479

Email: [email protected]

PAUL D MACHIN BSc

GAS CENTRAL HEATING - BOILER REPLACEMENT - PLUMBING

FULLY QUALIFIED, WITH OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Barker & BaylissPlumbers & Heating Engineers

FIVE year warrantyon all Worcester Bosch

boilers we install

Call For a Free & Competitive QuoteCheltenham 01242 524752 – Mobile 07776 400327

www.barkerbayliss.co.uk

Central Heating Systems Installed.Boilers Serviced & Replaced. Bathrooms fitted.Systems Upgraded. Systems Power Flushed.

Landlords Gas Safety Checks.

Approved InstallerAccredited Installer225458

SUMMERSPECIAL OFFER10% OFFAll Boiler Installationsbooked by 30th September2011 when you mentionThe Local Answer

I have had plenty of feedbackabout my regular column in TheLocal Answer, from inside andoutside the Police family – withmost of it quite positive. One ofthe comments I received was thatthey would be interested in whatI do in a typical day, which is agood question – so, I thought Iwould give a little snapshot of myworking week.

I have responsibility for thesouthern part of Cheltenhamincluding the Town centre fromThe Reddings in the west toCharlton Kings in the east. I haveto respond to crime trends, dealwith community issues, plan forfuture events, carry out operational activities and attend manymeetings. I am also responsible for 60 members of staff which can bea full time job in itself sometimes as you can imagine.

However, the positives usually outweigh the negatives, and I havea lot of pride in how my team performs and continues to perform;particularly how we have driven down crime over many years hardwork, kept people safe from harm and have done an unprecedentedamount of community engagement. We are not perfect, but my beliefis that we are pretty good at what we do, particularly the work that thecommunity doesn’t see, the meetings, the planning and the late nightpatrols; all trying to keep you safe and keep the wolf from the door.

Apart from my team I am also the conduit into the rest of theorganisation and with our partners. We are supported by the CID, thetraffic department, dog handlers, firearms officers and many others;and taken together with the assistance from our partners such as thestreet scene wardens from the borough council there is not much wecannot deal with effectively and professionally. Some issues keep raisingtheir heads such as irresponsible driving by some cruisers on a Sundaynight or the burglary issue but we know about these problems and aretrying to resolve them, but sometimes these problems are socomplicated and labour intensive it can take years to achieve.

Anyway, the first week in August saw me involved with planningfor the following weekends public order patrol, attending the localmagistrates on a licensing issue, supporting some of my team as theycarried out a drugs warrant in Charlton Kings, dealing with an officerwho has left the Police due to ill health, carrying out several workrelated job chats with some of my supervisors and negotiating extrafunding for anti-social behaviour patrols. Also attending a public meetingwith the Police Authority chair to answer any questions on currentPolicing issues, carrying out foot patrol along the Honeybourne linewith one of my Community Officers, dealing with several staff welfareissues, buying doughnuts for the team as it was my birthday, trying toexplain to staff the implications of the Governments Windsor andHutton reviews, attending a half day training course on new legislation,attending the new Police surgery at Cheltenham Borough Council andto finish my week off I am going to be involved in the Cotswold Pride& Olympic torch day in the Town. A normal week!

I hope the weather is to your liking and please remember to lockthose doors & windows and report anything suspicious. Stay safe!

GloucestershireConstabularyPeople First Policing

Gloucestershire ConstabularyNon-Emergency Number0845 090 1234www.gloucestershire.police.uk

A working week

Tim WaterhouseCheltenham South LPT.

Inspector


COMPETITION RULES1 Prizes are as stated and no cash or prize alternative will beoffered.

2 Employees of The Local Answer and their families orhouseholds are not eligible to enter.

3 The first correct entry drawn at random after the closing datewill win the prize as stated.

4 The winner will be notified by telephone after the closing datehas passed.

5 The Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will beentered into.

6 Entrants must be over 18 years, unless stated.7 Proof of posting is not regarded as proof of receipt of entry.8 The Local Answer accepts no responsibility for the provision ofthe prize, which remains at all times the full responsibility of theprize donor(s).

9 By entering any competition you agree to have your namepublished in the next issue of The Local Answer should you bedrawn as a winner of the prize.

Thanks to all who took part in our August competitions andcongratulations to the winners:Bacon Theatre – Tickets to Joe Pasquale – Shirley Evans of WellandDrive; K Blacker of Shakespeare Road; Mr Coulter of Priors Road.Gloucester Rugby – Worcester Warrior tickets – David Wintle ofFairford Way; Kelvin Davies of Sherborne St; Sam Price of Dinglewell,Jean Stoneman of Oxmoor; C Wiles of Churchill Road.Butterfly Farm – Family tickets – Emma Jones of Copt Elm Road;Phil Cook of Montpellier Terrace, Jan Regan of Alma Close; L Bridgmanof Salamanca Road; Mrs Hare of Hales Road.Bristol Hippodrome – Family ticket to see Shaun the Sheep– Sarah Clarke of Corpus St; Mrs Coleman of Kerstin Close.

COMPETITION WINNERS

L.HARTLEYHEATING & PLUMBING

CENTRAL HEATING•

BOILER INSTALLATIONS•

BOILER SERVICES•

GAS SAFETY CERTIFICATES•

GENERAL PLUMBING•

BATHROOMS•

24HR SERVICEFOCUSED ON PROVIDING A HIGH-QUALITYSERVICE AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION– WE WILL DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO

MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS

Please call on 07827 [email protected] Park Street, CheltenhamGL52 6SB

www.lukehartley.co.uk

GAS TM


BOOKING DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE: FRIDAY 16th SEPTEMBER 2011

Index of AdvertisersFOOD & DRINKApres 31Bottelino’s 30Chiquito 31Five Alls 4Frankie & Benny’s 31Gianni Ristorante 30Mu 8Jane’s Flowers 7Nando’s 31Sami’s Spice 30Shirley’s Catering Services 7The Brown Jug 12 & 13The Little Owl 4The Muffin Man 4The Old Rectory 8The Parrot Bar 6 & 30The Real China 31The Stable Company 4The Wheatsheaf 12 & 13WHAT’S ONAttractionsCineworld 31Cotswold Wildlife Park 22Gloucester Rugby 5Handsam Boat Company 24Prinknash Bird & Deer Park 23The Play Farm 31Clubs & SportsCotswold Hills Golf Club 24Leckhampton Tappers 25Patesians Sports & Social Club 27Shipton Golf Course 23 & 30Water Babies 29EventsBacon Theatre 19Bohemian Beads 26Chorley’s Auctioneers 23Idyllic Creations – Wedding Fayre 26Mansell Mason Wedding Stationery 25Plates & Posies 26Sue Ryder Leck. Court Hospice 20The Brewery 31The Screening Rooms 21WOWWeddings 29

LOCAL WORSHIPBethesda Church 28First Church of Christ, Scientist 28SHOPPINGMS Kays Jewellery 9HEALTH & BEAUTYBlink @ Blushes and Lash & Beauty 35Ed Ford – Nordic Walking 14Fitness First 31Healthy Feet 35Kim Brunwin Permanent Make-up 35Ladyzone 34Leckhampton Chiropractic 33Myshu 35Nature’s Essence 33Sportina – Zumba & Pilates 32The Guild Hairdressing 32The Haven 35Waves Hair Salon 30HOMES & GARDENSBathroomsSevern Vale Bathrooms 49Total Bathroom 46Building ServicesBack & Lejeune 49B E Rudman 48Complete Home Improvements 36County & Country Roads 60Craftsmen Builders 56Digger for Hire 47FarrDenn 53JGT Building 53Marcus Rogers 59Newman Roofing 53Pinnacle Building Services 47Staverton Building Supplies 38-39SWS Plastering 46CarpetsKingfisher Carpets 37CarpentryNick Burton 46Cleaning ServicesClean Sweep 54R&D Cleaning 46Regency Cleaning 11 & 30

Spa Drive Clean 46Time For You 44Time2Shine 52Electrical ServicesBeacon Electrical 59B. Hunt Electrical 54Cotswold Rewires 54County Electrical 49LG Matthews 54MD Electrical 44Furnishing & AppliancesClearview Stoves 37Elegant Blinds 45FireStyles 41MWE Furnishings Ltd 36New Blinds 16Spacemaster 41The Winnen Furnishing Company 43Warm Welcome 11Gardening ServicesAcorn Gardening Services 46Country-side Lawn Care 47Julia Smith Gardening 47Mark Clifford Landscapes 46Pete Toth 46Sargeant Timber – Tree Surgeon 47Tree Stump Removal 46Worcester Shed & Fencing 30Handyman ServicesPLP Property Services 49Spa Handyman 44Tim’ll Fix It 46Heating & PlumbingBarker & Bayliss 56Cotswold Plumbers 42Day Wellington 40ID Godwin 55Luke Hartley 57M&N Plumbers 48Plumb It 59Shackleton & Wintle 2Stanley Plumbing 53Terry Brill 52KitchensDream Doors 42Hatherley Worktops 45

Painting & DecoratingG Decor 47Michelle Knight 56Paul Davis 53Trevor Rogers 49Pool Services & AccessoriesSpa-kling Pool Company 37Windows & ConservatoriesJJS Construction 40Misty2Clear – Choices 17Prior Products 36PROFESSIONAL SERVICESComputers & SoftwareCharlton Networks 52Emag Creator 58Geeks 54PC Menders 56EducationFrench Tuition 54Rendcomb College 10Funeral ServicesAlexander Burn 49Ian George 50-51MM Bereavement Stationery 50Legal & FinanceAndorran – Accountancy 48Books Angel 56Vanalli Personal Finance 55MotorsPH Recovery 54Nursing & CareCarebase Residential Care 52Live Well at Home 44Office EquipmentAbbey Business Equipment 10PrintingIn2Print 58Property Sales & LettingNorthwood 15Skip Hire & RecyclingStevens Recycling 53StorageCourt Farm Estates 11Translation ServicesFreelance Technical Translator 56

Stoneleigh Farm Buildings, Bentham Lane,Shurdington, Cheltenham GL51 4UT

0800 389 9462 / 07792 676 760

County&CountryRoads

For a professional, courteous service – call Sean:

FREE QUOTATIONS

County&CountryRoadsCovering Cheltenham, Gloucester & Tewkesbury

ON ALL ORDERS RECEIVED IN SEPTEMBER 2011APPLIES TO NURSES, DOCTORS, POLICE OFFICERS,FIREFIGHTERS, MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCESOR ANY OTHER BRANCH OF THE CIVIL SERVICE

15% DISCOUNT FOR CIVIL SERVANTS

0800 389 9462 / 07792 676 760

Quality Service ~ References available

� Domestic & Commercial� Tarmac, Block Paving� Gravel, Surface Dressing� Maintenance & Repair� 40 Years Experience� Free Design� Free Samples� Free Brochures

All workGuaranteed for10 years

minimum

Any Pizza/Pasta £5.95Add £2.50 for any Starter or Dessert listed below

StartersFunghi Tartara £6.95Polpette della Casa £6.95Calamari Fritti £6.95Mozzarella in Carrozza £6.45Egg Mayonnaise £5.95

DessertsTiramisu £4.50

Banoffi Pie £4.50

3 Scoops of Homemade

Ice Cream £3.50(Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry)

NEW!Lunchtime and Early Evening

Special Offer*Eating in only

Additional side orders: French Fries £1.50, Garlic Bread £1.50

Side Salad £1.95, Onion Rings £1.50 (only applies in conjunction to this offer)

Monday-Saturday 12-2.30pm Monday-Friday 5.30-7.30pm Sunday 12-3pm* Offer applies to starters and desserts listed above and only valid at times shown above. Voucher on inside page must be handed in to redeem offer.

Bottelino’s management reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time without notice. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

44/48 St James Street, Cheltenham GL52 2SH01242 224761 • [email protected] • www.bottelinos.net VO

UCHE

R

INSIDE

sept 2011 chelt

Documents

great time

free survey

better time

great taste foodmarket

efficient andreliable

qsthe local answer limited

local history andheritage

free noobligation survey