1 SALES LETTINGS LAND & NEW HOMES7 Fountain Street, Nailsworth, Glos. GL6 0BL www.perrybishop.co.uk Tel: 01453 836736Email: nailsworth@perrybishop.co.uk May 2013 No. 131 Nailsworth News A free monthly community paper for the parish of Nailsworth, available in colour on our website www.nailsworthnews.org.uk Goodwill Evening! Nailsworth will once again have a Goodwill Evening this year so put the date in your diaries for Nailsworth Noel on the evening of Friday 29th November 2013. Plans are afoot for an evening of entertainment and shopping, including a parade, late night shopping, market stalls and a family funfair. If you would like to book a stall please contact Sue Arnold at The Optical Shop, 51 George Street. 01453 839145 theopticalshopnailsworth@yahoo. co.uk If you would like to take part in the parade please contact Verity Symcox at Knickerbockers, 16 Fountain Street 01453 835871 verity@veritelouise. co.uk The committee is also looking for buskers and entertainers to perform on stage, in the garden area of Market Street and at the clock tower on George Street. Is your talent needing a stage? We would love to hear from you Please contact Sue or Verity if you would like to appear on the evening or take part. Galvanized Steel Planters By now we all must have seen the new Planters made of steel at the bottom of Spring Hill and in Cossack Square. They have been warmly welcomed by many people and apart from being a way of stopping vehicles parking on the pavements and verges (and destroying previous planters) they will act as another way of brightening up the town with plants and flowers. The planters at the bottom of Spring Hill will deter delivery people in particular from parking on the grass. These two troughs have been purchased by the Town Council and will be looked after by Nailsworth & District Flower Arranging Group. The two troughs in Cossack Square have been positioned exactly where they said they could be. A licence had to be obtained to have them there and also enquiries had to be made to SDC to see if Planning was required. These troughs in Cossack Square have been paid for by the Rotary and will be looked after by this group. The large square stone trough in Cossack Square will continue to be looked after by the Youth Club, as will the three small troughs on the bridge by The Fountain. Nailsworth Recreation Centre - See the Centre Spread for information about this lively recreation centre and what is happening at this wonderful venue! 2 Local News You will have seen, and probably signed the petition for the crossing on the A46 opposite Dunkirk Mill. We can only hope that it attracts a more satisfactory outcome than the earlier, and widely supported, petition for a crossing in George Street. It will be recalled that on that one the Highways Departments preferred solution was to establish George Street between the roundabout and the cattle grid as Shared Space. This would have involved surface work and appropriate signage to advise motorists that they werent supposed to run over pedestrians for the next 200 yds, the signage spaced to give them time to think about the restriction. In the end this would all have been difficult and cost money and nothing has happened. So we still look for a gap between cars and scuttle across when we can Free monthly newspaper for Nailsworth parish Published by the Nailsworth News team Photographer: Martin Stone Production: Leopard Press. Editor: Gail Jones 07758 882528, editor@nailsworthnews.org.uk or c/o And Clothes, Market Street Asst. & Sports Editor: Martin Stone 833132, martinstone@xln.co.uk Business Editor: Bill Affleck 832619, business@nailsworthnews.org.uk Advertising: Tracey Clements 872299, nnadverts@yahoo.co.uk Treasurer: David Cox 836119, treasurer@nailsworthnews.org.uk Features Editor: Carole de Lacroix, features@nailsworthnews.org.uk Youth Editor: Eilidh Houghton youth@nailsworthnews.org.uk Hard copy and payment: c/o Shiny Goodness, Fountain St. Distribution: Don Luke 832812, distribution@nailsworthnews.org.uk Whats On: Jemma Kilyon, 07799 654193 whatson@nailsworthnews.org.uk IT: Jonathan Duckworth Editorial Support: Joyce Affleck Postal subscriptions at 7 per year: Veronica Luke 832812 Advertising rates: 5 + 13 per unit of 60 x 30 mm (w x h): Larger than 3 units only if space permits 1 discount per unit for three insertions if booked and paid in advance 5 surcharge for a specific page Space is limited and Nailsworth advertisers take priority. Payment in advance please: cheques to Nailsworth News. Advertisements are accepted at these rates on the basis that they can be incorporated into the finished paper without modification. This implies a typographic quality standard. If your advert doesnt meet this standard youll be asked to resubmit an improved version. Alternatively the Nailsworth News team can provide design assistance in which case a surcharge will be applied to the cost of the advertisement. Which ever course you choose the advert must be available to the editor by the copy deadline. Deadline for advertising, copy and payment: 10th of the month (there is no paper in January or August). Deadline for articles to the Editor: 15th of the month. Copyright notice: photographs in this paper are either submitted by residents / businesses, archive material, or taken by Martin Stone or other team members. The person who took the photograph retains all rights in it. If you would like a copy of one, please contact the Editor who will put you in touch with the appropriate person; it is their decision whether (and how much) to charge. All About Drains - Where e drain goes, nobdy noes and we dont really care so long as the water goes into it and doesnt reappear inopportunely. Given its topographical position, Nailsworth must rest on a spiders web of drains. There are the big ones which take the streams under the town centre and the small ones which should carry off surface water after the rains and deal with the spring outflows, like the one at the end of Watledge. Were not talking sewers here, just water drains. And, of course, if it was just water thered be many fewer problems. We expect the drains to cope with gravel, leaves, moss and any other rubbish which gets deposited on the roads. The bottom of the W, below Hollies Hill is a classic with the drains trying to cope with a veritable compost heap. Yes, it does get cleared out periodically, but theres always more stuff where the last lot came from. Part of the solution is to get the run-off water safely into the drain before it can scavenge rubbish, but the W is a classic surface drainage project with water repeatedly flowing across the road searching for the lowest curb and gathering debris as it goes. Even if rubbish does get into the drain pipes things can still be OK and it can be swept along and deposited wherever. If the drain pipe is damaged, the break point can provide a hook to catch rubbish which can build up until the flow becomes seriously restricted; then we get an overflow. For many months this had happened in the drain which probably carried water from the Watledge spring down towards Egypt Mill and we enjoyed a nice little lake in Station Road, outside the fire station. The flow was strong enough to prevent freezing of the main stream, but splashed water did freeze and people fell on the resulting ice. We note, in passing, that because Station Road has never been finished the road drains stand high and only came into play when the lake depth exceeded a couple of inches. Well, the good news is that this has now been fixed, the cracked earthenware pipe replaced and nice new tarmac covering what was a substantial excavation. Move on now to The Olive Tree. The patio space here is the lowest point available to water flowing down the W, so Paddy has his door plate and stock of sand bags and now he has a new soak away, the digging of which uncovered a broken drain which has been cleared and should channel water away from his door. Fingers crossed, Paddy! 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We reserve the right to edit or omit any material submitted for publication. No liability is accepted for loss or damage arising from any omission of copy or advertising. Material submitted for publication will only be returned if accompanied by a SAE. Nailsworth News is published and distributed entirely by volunteers, with production costs defrayed by advertising. More volunteers are always welcome - if you would like to join the team, please get in touch with the Editor. Local Affairs Steve Robinson - Mayors Report Recent suggestions from residents Free overflow car parking just on Saturdays. Cigarette bins outside shops as there appears to be an increase of butts outside some shops in the town. A couple of picnic benches could be positioned on the grass by the Clock Tower during the summer. Many roads in Gloucestershire need urgent attention, especially when compared with the condition of roads in neighbouring counties. Annual Town Meeting I would like to thank all those who attended, in particular those who represented the wide variety of organisations within the town. It is great to hear that Nailsworth has so much to offer. Annual Litter Pick Thanks to the Rotary Club which has taken over the organisation of the annual event from Don Luke after many years of service. Well over 30 volunteers turned up, collecting many bags of waste which included old tyres and a large exercise machine. Recent discussions with Western Power The Town Council has been contacted by several residents regarding power cuts in the Nailsworth area. The Town Council is currently involved in dialogue with Western Power and if residents have any issues they can be reported during the next month on our Town Council website www.nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.uk At the end of May all the information will be collated and passed on to Western Power. My last report as Mayor This is my final contribution to the Nailsworth News as Mayor as I am standing down after 3 enjoyable years. There have been some challenging times due to cuts in services, eg Library, youth work and the Recreation Centre, but there have also been some special events such as the Queens Diamond Jubilee and Peter Reeds Olympic Gold. There have also been more public meetings in the town than there have been for many years. Back in the early 70s my youth work training in Liverpool included organising community action, so when there have been issues such as car parking or more recently traffic calming on the A46, I have enjoyed getting stuck in. I am sad to be finishing as Mayor, but I shall continue to be a councillor, working to improve services in the town and if needs be, fighting to retain them. I would like to finish by thanking all those who I have had the pleasure of working with and also those who have supported me during the last 3 years. 01453 834270 stephen.robinson@nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.uk District Council News - Cllr P Carter Much of our work as District Councillors is trying to resolve problems for individual residents of the town. Some of these are for issues within the control of the District Council but many are not and are the responsibility of the County or Parliament. Whether the issue is a District one or not we always try to resolve it for the resident or help them to resolve it themselves. In recent months we have dealt with flooding risks caused by blocked or damaged road drains and problems with footpaths, some of which had become completely impassable. We cannot always get an issue resolved and of course local government is not known for its speed of response, but we will always try our best to get a result for you. Rowland Blackwell 01453 833043 cllr.rowlaand.blackwell@stroud.gov.uk Paul Carter 01453 832961 cllr.paul.carter@stroud.gov.uk Emma Sims 01453 835105 cllr.emma.sims@stroud.gov.uk Woods End Flooring Solid Oak Floor Boards Engineered Oak Floor Boards for under floor heating Range of finishes, unfinished, bespoke finishes Trade and Public enquiries welcome Adhesives and oak skirting Green Oak Sleepers Fitting service Daniel Davies Mob: 07775707804 Email: Woodsendwoodflooring@virginmedia.com Web: www.woodsendwoodflooring.co.uk . . . . . . ...... ............................................................................. . .............. ......................................................... ..................................................................................................... ..................................................................... . .................................... ................................................................................. ...................................................................... . ....................................................................... . ........................................................ ..................................................... ...................................................................................... ........................................................................................... 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Following complaints, an investigation and a failed request for a planning application, an enforcement notice was issued by the Council. Initially the Novalis Trust wanted their appeal against the enforcement action to be dealt with by written representations, which would have meant that all parties involved would provide written evidence to a planning inspector who would also visit the site. However, given the public interest in the case, Stroud District Council suggested an informal hearing where locals could give verbal evidence which would be preferable. Following further input from the Trust, the Planning Inspectorate decided on a full public inquiry which will last for two days, on September 4 and 5 and be held at the Councils Ebley Mill offices. Fundamentally, the Council alleges that the use of the former public house has changed without the benefit of planning permission. The Trust contends that the changes are allowed by law, and that planning permission is not required. We have been repairing, draught proong and servicing Nailsworths sash windows for over 20 years. Contact us for a free, no obligation assessment of how to make your windows work and look beautiful again. Phone: 01453 861025 or visit: www.simplysashwindows.co.uk SASH WINDOW SERVICE LTD Tough Talk comes to Forest Green - coming our way very soon ... We sometimes hear on TV and in the media about people who have changed their lives about through various means. Here is a chance to hear and see for yourselves such examples. This is not a churchy thing evening but a chance to witness what real people from real backgrounds have witnessed themselves. Tough Talk is made up of a group of men with backgrounds of ex-bouncers, ex-football hooligans and East End hard men who have turned their backs on their past. Some of these men from Tough Talk are coming to The New Lawn, at Forest Green Rovers FC and you are invited as a guest of Tough Talk and Psalms(www.psalms.uk.net) , a local group working through sport in the area, and known to many of us already. Having turned their backs on their chequered past, this group of power lifters, body builders, debt collectors and hard men explain how coming to Faith has given them a life of hope which they want to share with you. As part of the Mission Statement says, Tough Talk is a registered charity dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in an informal way that appeals to people who would not normally go to a church meeting ... all the team feel that having let God into their lives, they now have an urgent need to share their experiences with the hope of helping others. They have found that the message of hope in Jesus Christ reaches people from all backgrounds and age groups. It is free to come along and drinks and refreshments will be available. You can read more at tough-talk.com/wp/ but why dont you see, hear, and ask questions at 7.00 p.m. on Sunday 9 June at FGR. For more information please contact: Ian Watts on 07767217978 e-mail ianwatts@msn.com Ian would also very much like to know of interest in order to reserve seats! Enjoy an early dinner from 5pm every Thursday, Friday & SaturdayNew bambini menu for junior dinersGeorge Street Nailsworth T: 01453 834802 www.theolivetree-nailsworth.com The Olive TreeMediterranean Restaurant & Pizzeria DONATIONS, PLEASE! Your unwanted clothes, accessories, bric-a-brac, books, CDs and DVDs will help us look after more than 1000 local animals this year. Visit us at 2 Market Street or get updates on shop news via our Facebook page www.facebook.com/rspcaretailnailsworthRSPCA South Cotswolds Branch Charity No. 207006 People Daisy Bennett The RSPCA South Cotswolds Branch would like to say a huge thank you to Daisy who has been volunteering for the branch for over 50 years! Daisy has been involved since the opening of the RSPCA South Cotswolds Branch in 1962 and continues to volunteer in the Stroud Shop regularly. Daisy celebrated her 83rd Birthday on the 9th April and the RSPCA South Cotswolds Branch wants to take this opportunity to say Happy Birthday and Thank You for all of her hard work and dedication. Newmarket Playground Daphne Beale identifies herself as the lady on the see-saw in the old Newmarket Playground, with her two children Jonathan and Heather. She and Alan still live in Nailsworth and so does their daughter who works in Williams and is also a Retained Firefighter with the Nailsworth Fire Service. Their son lives and works in Cornwall with his wife Irene. They are both train drivers for First Great Western and if you are holidaying in Cornwall and have ridden on the local trains, they may well have been the driver. Heather remembers the slide which was built into the side of the hill in Newmarket. She said it was very scary because it was so steep. New MD for Corinium Care Award-winning live-in care agency Corinium Care, based in Nailsworth, has appointed a new Managing Director, Clare Janik. Clare, who joined the company in 2003, said she is, immensely proud to take over as MD. I am passionate about the care business and about Corinium Care. My aim is to continue to provide our clients with the very best service whilst ensuring our training provides us with the highest quality carers, she said. Also promoted is Amanda Butler, who relinquishes her role as Director of Operations to become Commercial Director of the company which provides 24-hour care for elderly people. The company has been a continuing success story since Camilla Miles launched the agency from her kitchen table in Bisley and she now becomes Chief Executive. www.coriniumcare.com Hero! Judy Cox from Morrisons, has again, after a gap of 10 years been awarded this monthly accolade. Many have put her name forward (and even from Tetbury!) - always helpful beyond reproach on the self-service tills, nothing fazes her, always has time for a chat and most importantly a smile. Judy is often the main reason people shop there! Thank you! D. Stainer-Hutchins Architects Ltd 5 Bridge Street, Nailsworth, GL6 OAAT: 01453 839121 Sustainable & ecological design, feasibility studies, planning applications and conservationdsharchitects.co.uk We can paint your sash windows from the inside outavoiding the need for scaold. Through our sister company we can also arrange any necessary repairs. 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Come along and get in the mood. 11.00 Nailsworth Community Choir: Get into the mood listening to the melodic harmonies of our popular local choir. 11.30 Punch and Judy: Come and watch Punch up to his usual naughty tricks. Oh dear, will he ever learn? 12.00 Frantix: Thrill to the clowning, juggling, stilt walking and more - can he do it? Yes he can! 12.30 Panache Steel Band: Clap your hands and swing your hips to this great Caribbean beat. 1.00 Punch and Judy: The puppet gang are back, oh yes they are, but up to no good again of course. 1.30 Ceildh Ukulele Band: You wont be able to resist singing along and tapping your feet to this wonderful sound. 2.00 Frantix: Hes doing it again, but how does he do it without falling flat on his face? 2.30 Panache Steel Band: A final chance to hear this fabulous band before the end of our eventful day of fun. Along with the entertainment, there will be an inviting selection of market stalls. A wandering balloon man will make the strangest of shapes for your child or your child can change themselves with the childrens face painting. Alternatively, have a flutter on the ever popular duck race. Watch out for special Festival lunches in restaurants across town and in particular, a barbeque in front of the Britannia Inn (weather permitting). Centenary Celebrations are underway as countryside lovers mark 100 years of the National Trusts ownership of Minchinhampton Common above Nailsworth. A special event 100 Years of Caring is planned in May at the Subscription Rooms to raise awareness of the Commons unique heritage and to highlight how everyone can help protect it for generations to come. Volunteers have joined Trust staff in planning the evening, for which tickets have just gone on sale. Later in the year therell also be a free Beating the Bounds walk in which the community can take part. Fans of local history are helping too. Research by the Amberley Archive Group has discovered that the National Trust purchased the 600 acres of Minchinhampton Common for the princely sum of 1,250 in 1913. The group will be displaying a taster of its findings at 100 Years of Caring before holding its own exhibition at Amberley Parish Rooms from August 24-26. The volunteer Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons Advisory Committee helps the National Trust safeguard the Common. Committee chairman Terry Robinson said over 100,000 people visited the fabulous and beautiful oases of green ground and fresh blowy air every year. They are keeping up a tradition that has gone on for longer than the century we are celebrating, the commons are imprinted on the minds of people who loved and romped on them as children. They are precious to us all for the wonderful experiences and refreshments we find there. Mr Robinson said the Common was also home to some of the rarest and most prized plants and animals to be found in the Cotswold limestone hills. A series of experts, including Mr Robinson, will talk about Minchinhampton Commons geology, butterflies, archaeology, history, grazing more at 100 Years of Caring. Further centenary events will be a special display by the National Trust at Minchinhampton Country Fayre on September 14 and an exhibition of original artwork inspired by the Common at the Subscription Rooms George Room Gallery on October 4 and 5. Jo Barber Volunteer on behalf of the National Trust GOLF TROLLEY SERVICE & REPAIRSPowakaddy and Motocaddy Service CentreA repair service for all major UK golf trollies with free collection and delivery from your own Golf Professional ShopContact JOHN BARNES01453 884772 Mobile: 07817 133556 Email: barnesjohn4@aol.com HOME NURSING MATURE "NIGHTINGALE" R.G.N. 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Thanks to the amazing work of Don Luke with his knowledge of many past annual clean-ups, all the volunteers were able to harvest a huge amount of serious junk and mess. Tyres continue to be dumped, white goods can be easily removed FREE of charge if one just phones SDC, and a rowing machine of some vintage, along with the usual array of cider / beer cans which are just chucked with no thought to anyone else - what a shame on our modern society. It was good to see that many residents commented on what was going on and thanked us - thank you! When driving home up The W, I noticed that there were many cans which I had not noticed before doing this makes you think much more about our rubbish. It was great seeing the Scouts and Guides in full force helping our community. And it was noted by many volunteers that the job was not too hard with the help of the right equipment (plastic grips etc.) and the public being so supportive. Kate Bridges, member of Nailsworth Rotary The Editor received a correction from Mr A.W. Wright regarding NN issue 129 for the Town Plan: On page 6 it states Successes from the previous 5 year plan approved in 2006 are: Nailsworth Youth & Community Enterprise saved the Boys Club and reopened them as the Subscription Rooms. This is inexact. The Boys Club building (originally the Subscription Rooms) was saved from being sold for commercial development in early 2004. It never actually closed, although its use was limited. The Executive committee that ran it began officially using the name Nailsworth Youth & Community Enterprise in June, 2005. I hold full documentary evidence supporting the above. 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Stroud CAB Welfare Benefits Manager Judy Dauncey said, One concern is that the PIPs application procedure is similar to Employment and Support Allowance (sickness benefit) with a tick box form, followed by a medical and an assessment based on points scoring. Our experience with ESA is that this type of approach is totally unsuitable for many people and the wide range of health problems they have. ESA has been a shambolic experience and has resulted in a huge number of appeals. We hope that lessons will have been learnt when PIPs is introduced. Stroud & District CAB have a lot of information about PIPs. You can access it on www.adviceguide.org.uk or call into our Nailsworth office on a Tuesday for advice. The bureau is in the Arkell Centre and is open from 1pm to 3:30 pm. You can also ring the CAB Monday to Friday 10 - 4 on 08444 111 444 or 0300 3300 650. 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They would like to say, goodbye and thank you to our lovely customers for all the support and loyalty over the last 7 years. We would like to introduce Julie and Monica to you and hope you will carry on supporting them too! We love Coco and we have had the best of times! Yes, before you ask, its a different Julie! Tom Herbert, who used to be very much about in the Hobbs House Bakery in Nailsworth, goes with his brother Henry, from strength to strength. They had a new book, Glorious British Grub out in February and have a new TV show in January, now to start in the States. Then theres the school down in Chipping Sodbury and the Bistros Keep an eye on their A-board displays to see whats going on. 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Visit our shop - through the wrought iron gates in Morrisons Car Park, or park outside the shop in the estateChoose from 500 mouldings, 200 mount colours and many ready-made frames Turn your favourite photo into a full size canvas - stretched or framed! Well be glad to help you find a great solution for all your framing needs! unit 42 nailsworth mills estatenailsworth, stroud, gl6 0bs01453 836134 picture framers Music, Art, Sport, Sightseeing, Culture, Dancing, Food, and above all - Friendship Nailsworth has been twinned since 1995 with Lves, next to the wonderful cathedral city of Chartres. Annual visits take place alternately, and many different groups have joined these fun- filled trips. In 2011 with a little help from the Commoners Cricket Club, we introduced the French to cricket. They took to it like the proverbial ducks to water! Boules* is regularly played, a game which the English play just as well as the French. *otherwise known as Ptanque, which means feet together, because that is how you are supposed to play! Chartres Cathedral is visible from Lves, where they have emphasized the view with this wrought iron silhouette. Nailsworth Silver Band has accompanied us many times, both here in Nailsworth and over in Lves. The next meeting with Lves will be late August bank holiday weekend, when Nailsworth residents & friends are invited to spend a few days in France. Our coach departs early Friday 23 August, returning late Tuesday 27th If you would like to join us, or to find out more about the Twinning Association, contact Carole de Lacroix on 833339, leguen@btinternet.com, and see our latest newsletter on the town website at www.nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.uk Youth Matters Kieran Powell Nailsworth is certainly hitting the national news a lot nowadays ... this time we hail (again) Kieran Powell (17) who, with his amazing ventriloquist act, has at last convinced the judges, Simon Cowell and all, that he is good enough to go through to the next round of ITVs Britains Got Talent. He is already a seasoned performer here and in the area and known by a great many. By the time this edition of NN is out, we should have seen him on TV, but no one can promise anything! Just a few more rounds and many phone votes and he will be the winner with a performance in front of HM The Queen - cant be bad! Photo by : J Duckworth On the 20th of April I attended the Nailsworth Sub Rooms where an event was held to fund raise for local boy, Harry Ash. Those attending included people of all ages and the atmosphere was one of warmth and excitement. There was a large variety of acts including a youth group, The Lairy Fairies and a DJ. One girl said it was a great event because it was well organised and there was a large diversity of people enjoying themselves together. Another young man commented on the good atmosphere and sense of community spirit. I felt very proud to come from a place that comes together to support its young people in need and after such a great response, I hope to see more events like it. Best wishes to Harry. Eilidh Houghton Junior Wardens Nailsworth Junior Wardens is taking place at Nailsworth Youth Club from now until May 2013. Charlotte Galling, Stroud District Councils Community Development Officer is working closely with Nailsworth Youth Club worker Tracy Young to deliver the 8 week project. The project welcomes 16 selected young people to take part in a range of educational and interactive topics which include: team building, cooking, first aid, animal welfare, neighbourhood walkabouts and lots more! The aim of the project is to encourage young people to improve their health and well being and become better citizens within their neighbourhood. Other services have been supporting this programme including: the Neighbourhood Wardens, Gloucestershire County Council, the Police, and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. 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For further information, please telephone: 01453 731227 or visit http://www.horsfallhouse.co.uk/ Patron: HRH The Princess Royal Independent Estate Agents Residential Sales and Lettings 14 Fountain Street, Nailsworth 3 London Road, Stroud Sales: 01453 833747 Lettings: 01453 833847 nailsworth@peterjoy.co.uk Sales: 01453 766333 stroud@peterjoy.co.uk Dying without a Will. Now thats a real tragedy. David Martin, local consultant, Steele Rose & Co01453 836699 07973 405997dcmartin@hotmail.co.ukwww.steelerose.co.ukMembers of the Society of Will WritersMy name is David Martin and Im the local consultant for one of the UKs premier profes- sional Home Visit Will Writers. I have 28 years experience advising clients on personal financial matters and specialising in Wills. Writing a Will is easier and cheaper than you think and ensures that your wishes are carried out efficiently. If you would like to redraft an existing Will, discuss your Will arrangements, Lasting Powers of Attorney or other associated legal services, at a mutually convenient time in the comfort and privacy of your own home, please contact me. Schools Nailsworth Primary School 20 Years On! Its time to celebrate 20 years on. Nailsworth Primary moved into the secondary school building 20 years ago this June and we would love to celebrate! On Friday 21st June, we would like to invite the town of Nailsworth to join us in this important landmark. Whatever your connection to the school and your memories, we would love to hear and share them. During the afternoon the children will share what they love too from song, to dance, to sport, to writing and hopefully there may be some maths challenges too! Next month we will let you know more details of both the event and how you can share your memories. Great news too, we are moving back to seven classes from September. This is great for the school as we continue to grow numbers. We will continue to keep some of the best practise devised through mixing Keystage 2 this past year. For example, we will keep the targeted streaming of children in numeracy to stretch those gifted mathematicians and the targeted support based on need regardless of year group. It was a pleasure sharing the past years successes at the recent Nailsworth Annual Town Meeting. There is so much to see, to be wowed by and to celebrate. Come and get involved or just drop in. Something special is happening at the top of the hill. Vince Southcott Head Teacher Nailsworth C of E Primary School 832382 Since my last report we have had our long awaited visit from OFSTED. This came with half a days notice just before Easter and I am delighted to report that our self assessment was endorsed; we are a good school with some outstanding elements. We were especially thrilled that the inspector recognised the outstanding behaviour of the children with their exemplary attitudes to learning. It was noted that a significant number of Yr 6 pupils exceed the usual levels of progress in maths and English. For further detail the full report can be seen on our website at www.st- dominics.gloucs.sch.uk Our term ended with a French Cafe morning. This was a wonderful occasion and we were delighted that it was so well supported by the community. During the term the children had been learning to order food and drink in French. On the last Friday morning the classroom was turned into a cafe and the older children waited at table. Croissant, gateaux, coffee, juice and hot chocolate were enjoyed by all the children and many parishioners, all speaking in French. The children thoroughly enjoyed their morning and one 4 year old was heard proudly announcing in the playground I know what croissant is in French croissant! Another Yr 5 pupil told a member of staff, I didnt think I knew much French, but I could understand everything that was being said. That is exactly what we had hoped for! Margaret Smith, Head Teacher St Dominics Catholic Primary School, 832682 Beaudesert Park - As the sun becomes warmer and the days longer, so the children at Beaudesert Park really get to make the most of the grounds here climbing trees, making dens and playing hide and seek to their hearts content in break times. But, whatever the season, there are always plenty of trips organised to places of interest outside the school, and Pre-prep children from Year 2 (aged 6-7) recently had a fascinating trip to the Bird of Prey Centre in Newent. One of the children wrote about what he liked best, The coolest bit of my day was when the Harris Hawk was 50cms away from me. I loved it when the eagle swooped down and nearly took my hat off! The funniest part was when the owls copied us. That was the first time Ive been there, and now I want to go again. It was really fun! As part of their Religious Studies, Year 6 (aged 10-11) visited Gloucester cathedral, and one of the children wrote the following about it. Tour guides showed us around the cathedral and we learnt a lot of new things, including that it is over 1300 years old. There were graves buried in the ground and we walked over them (it was quite creepy!). The tomb of Edward II is there and our guide said that because of that, King Henry VIII decided not to destroy the Abbey Church. He then made the cathedral the mother church of Gloucester. The guides pointed out lots of different Christian symbols, included also in the stained glass windows painted in bright, vibrant colours. As we went in, there was a stand with lots of candles, and each candle represented a prayer that a person had made. James Womersley 01453 832072 SHIRE SCHOOL OF MOTORINGwww.shireschoolofmotoring.com07836 314153 ARE YOU IN A MESS? Help is at hand with Clutter Cruncher DECLUTTERING service Whole house, specific rooms, outhouses, paperwork. Advice on making your house more saleable Call Kim Rowden - 01453 861560 / 07980 776283 or visit www.cluttercruncher.co.uk Nailsworth Recreation Centre - for the community Built in 1964, Highwood Secondary School closed in 1991 and Nailsworth Primary School moved up the hill from its two separate sites in the town. Stroud District Council originally operated the Recreation Centre on the site as a Joint Use Centre, but in 2009 announced it would withdraw its funding and management of the facility. At this point, Nailsworth Town Council and other interested parties led a campaign to keep the Centre open as a community run facility. A joint agreement was drawn up with the School based on an operational model which involved no staffing and a fixed payment to the school to meet its costs. In September 2010, Stroud District Council agreed to provide some financial support for two years from April 2011, with Nailsworth Community partnership agreeing to take on responsibility for running the Centre from 31 March 2011. The Centre comprises one of Nailsworths only purpose built gym (with changing rooms) and its largest hall with a stage, grand piano, tables and chairs, and a catering quality kitchen. Outside there is a football pitch used by Taverners FC and various Forest Green Ladies Teams, and on site car parking. Improvements to the premises since opening under community leadership have included making a secure separation from the school, a new access into the hall, upgraded floors and improved lighting. In addition, plans are progressing to provide a MUGA (a single court floodlit multi-use games area), revamped changing rooms, upgraded football pitch, new sports equipment and improved equipment storage facilities. The next steps involve the launch of a Nailsworth Sports & Leisure Partnership to promote all the activities and venues in Nailsworth and the surrounding area, and to encourage more active involvement of clubs in managing the Centre. The Nailsworth Community Partnership Ltd was formed in 2009 to: a) Lead, support, deliver and co-ordinate, as appropriate, projects which improve and enhance the prosperity, heritage, environment and community life of the Nailsworth area. b) Enable and enhance communication, information sharing and direct involvement amongst all members of the community. c) Establish Working Groups which will accept responsibility for progressing actions, especially those documented in the Nailsworth Town Action Plan, within the aims of the Partnership. Activities currently running at the Centre Nailsworth Film Club (Friday evenings April to September) Nailsworth Town Table Tennis Club (Wednesday evening August to March) Psalms multi-activity events for children (variable dates) Chinese Kickboxing (Thursday 7.30-9pm) Taekwondo (Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm & Thursday 6.30-7.30pm) Shaolin Kung Fu (Thursday 8-9pm) Zumba (Monday 6-7pm) Taverners FC (Saturday July to April) FGR Ladies Reserves FC (Sunday August to April) FGR Ladies Under 14s (Sunday August to March) Badminton Court available for private bookings An open badminton evening is planned using the two courts. The Centre is available for groups of friends, familes, organisations or businesses to enjoy sport, recreation or private functions, from 6 pm to 10 pm weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. For more information and the current programme, see the website: www.nailsworthrecreationcentre.co.uk or contact the Booking Agent, Ian Crawley on 834822 - email: crawleyid@aol.com The main hall becomes a concert hall during a twinning visit Sean Cowley Carpet FitterCarpets supplied, fitted and refittedFor competitive prices, telephone01453 753458 or 07979 597250 THE NORTHERN LIGHTSCOMES TO STROUDwww.milesmorgantravel.co.ukThe Old Stamp Office, George Street Nailsworth, GL6 0AGTel: 01453 836186Dont miss this opportunity to talk to the specialistsThe team from Miles Morgan Travel in Nailsworth and Hurtigruten are delighted to invite you to join them to learn more about their range of unique and fascinating products. Tuesday 11th June 2013At The Bear of Rodborough in Stroud at 7pmHurtigruten have extensive experience in organising cruises to capture the magic of the Northern Lights, they also specialise in voyages in the Arctic Circle, including the land of the Midnight Sun. Call us today for your complimentary tickets ROB GAZZARDCOMPLETE BUILDING SOLUTIONSMaintenance & repairs Extensions and alterations Hard & soft landscaping Free estimates and advice01453 860112www.robgazzard.co.ukROB GAZZARDCOMPLETE BUILDING SOLUTIONS NO ROOM AT THE INN? Friends and relatives to stay and not enough room in the house? Give your- selves a break and book them into our stylish holiday cottage in Nailsworth. See www.stonecutterscottage.co.uk or ring Helen or Steve 01453 886344. Leaded WindowsSpecialist in the repair and restoration of stained and decorative glass and leaded light windowsIn situ repairs to doors and windows in the homeimogenbrereton@hotmail.com01453 860733 07929927381 Faith and Service I cant remember a Spring when it has remained so cold for so long! The ground was frozen for weeks on end and the biting cold wind made it very uncomfortable. But as I write it appears that Spring has finally sprung, warmer weather and blue skies have replaced the previous cold grey and our gardens and the wonderful countryside we enjoy all around our town is springing into life. Soon everywhere we look, there will be wonderful shades of every hue of green we could imagine replacing the leafless branches. I love spending a few minutes at this time of the year first thing in the morning just walking round the garden to enjoy the overnight growth! After an abnormally slow start, it will all put on a spurt and catch up. I find all this fascinating and reassuring! Right at the beginning of the Bible it tells of the Lord God as he was walking in the garden in the cool of the day. And I guess He was thinking to himself Hmm. That turned out well. Jesus made many references to the countryside all around him using examples that everyone knew as teaching aids. He talked of grapevines and fig trees, seed, sowing and reaping, of birds of the air, lilies of the field going on to use a wonderful phrase if that is how God clothes the grass of the field. He also talked of sheep and goats, shepherds and fishermen, all these things he observed as he grew up. St Johns gospel begins, In the beginning was the Word (Jesus)through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. I dont know how all this happened, but I do believe in a Creator God who loves us, and this time of year just makes me want to thank him and appreciate the beauty we can see everywhere! Reverend Stephen Earley - St Georges 832181 Priory Church of the Annunciation Their name liveth for evermore. A fund-raising weekend will take place between Friday 28th June and Sunday 30th June at the Priory Church and St. Dominics School to raise match funding for repairs to the Wayside Cross on the A46. This is the earliest war memorial in the country, dedicated on 7th June 1917 and erected on land donated by the Dominicans, paid for by public subscription and containing 144 names of local men from all denominations. We are looking at a total cost of up to 6,000 to recut names, repairs to the Cross and reinstatement of the original boundary with fencing of the same pattern and the lost steps up from the road. There will be an interpreted flower festival, exhibition, film, talk on the history of the Cross and tours of the church, with a concert, and refreshments throughout the weekend. Details of events, programme and tickets in June issue. Jenny Bailey 01453 765705 www.woodchesterpriory.org.uk John, (not his real name), is just starting out in life. Hes fifteen years of age and he recently found himself homeless, no parental support, no financial assistance and no home. His age and circumstances put him in a very vulnerable position to say the least. His cousin comes to his aid and says he can live with her and her two small children. Whilst this seems like a good solution, there is a problem theres not enough money coming in to support them all. Thankfully, the Stroud District Food Bank is able to offer help and they get 3 days worth of food to help tide them over, until the benefits system is able to process the situation. Unfortunately this takes 3 months. I heard about Johns story at a recent meeting at the new warehouse that Stroud Food Bank has just moved into. The Food Bank is meeting an increasing need. In the 4th richest country in the world we have many, many hungry people a large percentage of whom are aged 16 and under. Relying, as it does, on the 50 or so churches who provide 70% of the food it provides, the Food Bank is living out Jesus command to feed my sheep. Despite the fact that the churches support this work, there is no expectation that those who come for food will be people faith. They may be or they may not. The Food Bank accepts referrals (from professionals), on the basis of need alone. We, at Christ Church, are happy to support this local charity and if you would care to join us, you are very welcome! Just contact me or any other Christ Church member if you want to know more. Reverend Sin Collins, Christchurch 832897 CARPENTER AND JOINERNO JOB TOO SMALLTHE OLD COACH HOUSE, COW LANE, INCHBROOK, NAILSWORTH GL5 5HN 01453 836818CLIVE SYMCOX Pierre H. SchneiderPlumbing and HeatingGeneral maintenance, repair and new installations. 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Please call for a free quotation t: 07771952135 e: web25@hotmail.co.uk MJ ROOFING Michael All t: 07771952135 MJ ROOFING Michael J Webb All aspects of roofing work undertaken, general property maintenance also available. A friendly and professional service at very competitive rates. Please call for a free quotation t: 07771952135 e: web25@hotmail.co.uk MJ ROOFING Michael All t: 07771952135 MJ MJ Churches Together in NailsworthMAIN SUNDAY SERVICES 9.30 am St George, Church St 10.30 am Christ Church, Newmarket Road 10.30 am Quakers Meeting House, Chestnut Hill 11.00 am Priory Church, InchbrookEveryone welcome. Childrens activities included at all these services. Minding our own business Turkey Eggs Crack Nailsworth! News from Sarah Hawkeswood of Phoenix Free Range - Last year my pet turkey named Phoenix laid her first egg, and how beautiful it was: large, cream coloured, pointed at one end and covered with brown speckles. She laid a single egg every day for 10 months. We enjoyed them immensely and shared them with family and friends, but her amazing eggs gave me a brainwave. We now have a flock of 80 all female turkeys free-ranging on our 10 acre field in Worcestershire. We live in Nailsworth so its a bit of a drive each day - we are on the look out for land closer to home. It brings joy to my heart to see all the ladies chattering to each other and enjoying the sunshine. 99% of turkeys never live past 6 months as theyre hatched in the summer and then fattened up and killed before Christmas. Our flock have recently come in to lay for the first time, so its all very exciting! A turkey egg tastes similar to a chickens egg, and is a fair bit larger. Because of the size they contain more egg white (albumen) so they make wonderful sponges and souffles. The yolks are very creamy and produce superb pastry sauces. Like other poultry eggs, store them with the pointed end down as they then remain fresher for longer as the air sac is not compressed. There is bound to be a little anxiety trying anything for the first time, but once someone has tasted or baked with a turkey egg they are usually won over! We as a family like to keep our carbon footprints as low as possible, and as local people ourselves we strive to support other local businesses. My 12 year old daughter Mali designed our box labels, and we then had them printed in Pulp. The girls were so helpful in putting in the final details for us. The flock is fed exclusively on Henry Cole feeds of Ewen, Cirencester. Their food is of an excellent standard of both quality and nutrition,and many of the raw materials used in the manufacturing process are home grown on their farm. They very kindly sponsor us, and we value their support in our new venture. Now that our eggs are finally on sale, we are proud to announce that they can be bought exclusively in Nailsworth from Williams Fishmarket and Foodhall. At the time of writing, the chef from The Priory Inn in Tetbury is currently drawing up a new menu which will include our turkey eggs as an interesting new addition, as we fit in with their ethos of commiting to buying seasonal produce from local farms and suppliers within a 30 Mile Food Zone which is better for the environment and is an ideal opportunity for them to support our local economy. We will be having a stall at the market at Nailsworth Festival on Sat 18th May where we plan to sell these individually as samplers or by the usual half dozen. phoenixfreerange@gmail.com 07811 690862 Gail Smith of Shiny Goodness, Fountain Street, is keen to advise that they also sell turkey eggs as well as other varieties. Back in September last we told you about the move of Yvonne Tillings cake shop to Bridge Street since when the shop has been doing very nicely, thank you. Unfortunately (understatement here) with a few weeks of the 3-year lease being signed Yvonnes husband was diagnosed with Alzheimers. The lease provided Yvonne with a get-out clause after one year and they have decided to take advantage of that clause to close the shop and allow her to be ready to devote herself full time to her husbands care. Those of us with first or second hand experience of Alzheimers know that the rate at which the condition can develop is very variable. For as long as possible Yvonne plans to return to making cakes to order for her many appreciative customers, but do it at home rather than in the shop. We think shes made a brave decision and our good wishes and sympathy go with her, and with Roy, into what will be a difficult time. 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Managing Director Miles Morgan said that he was delighted that Fred Olsen Lines have decided to operate the programme and said that it was wonderful news for West Country holidaymakers. Our customers in the Southwest have repeatedly told us that with such a convenient port on their doorstep, just minutes off of the M5, it is a shame that they have to travel all the way to Southampton, London or even Harwich to enjoy a cruising holiday, said Miles. The new Fred Olsen cruises go on sale on the 24th of April, but registrations are already being taken and more information on these new departures can be found at www.cruisesfrombristol.co.uk Charity & Business Spare a Thought . . . For the NN (Nailsworth News) distributors who post these editions through your door, whatever the weather, the Ed receives her copies via And Clothes to preserve them from the ravages of an external post box. Since at least one copy must make it, in pristine condition, for the archives (currently a cardboard box, formerly used to receive post of husbands shirts via the internet) this is a valuable service. This is a caption from Don Lukes April Issue instructions which he and Maureen diligently pack with the NN copies into plastic bags on each printing date for the distributors to read, digest and act upon. I confess that I was expecting that by the distribution of our April issue I would not be warning of steps to be taken in case of bad weather. However, with the experts forecasting extreme cold and possible snow for the Easter weekend I was wrong so here goes. Naturally, we want NN to be delivered as soon as possible but not if it involves risk to our deliverers. If, as predicted, we are snow-bound over the weekend, please wait until it is safe under foot before delivering. Some rounds are fairly flat, but others require the balance of a mountain goat and, whilst most people eagerly await their NNs, we request that you await the thaw. Of course the forecast may be wrong and we shall be reaching for our bar-b-qs, but some how I dont think so!. Ebb & Flow Ltd at Ruskin Mill would like to invite anyone thinking about introducing water into their special outdoor space or improving an existing area of water, to visit Ruskin Mill. There one can enjoy and interact with the designs on display, many of which have proved very popular with visiting families with children and with dog walkers. They are quick to emphasise that this invitation is not just extended to those with a personal requirement for water at their home, this is a wonderful opportunity for families with children to go and play with the many Flowform water sculptures located around Ruskin Mill. They openly encourage engagement with water knowing that its great fun for children. Oftentimes at other places faced with a do not touch the features notice: children are expected to interact and enjoy the displays. Most areas are also wheelchair friendly. Ebb & Flow are always happy to provide advice and discuss the details of projects if there is a need. They can even pop out and take a look at a proposed site. All of the outdoor sculptures are made either at Ruskin Mill or locally within Gloucestershire in the case of the really big pieces. All of the sculptures have been produced by students at Ruskin Mill College. Ebb & Flow send them all over the world and have been involved in projects for organisations including the BBC, Prison Service, Horsfall House, NHS and Sure Start Centres. For more information, please call Simon, Warren or Mandy on 01453 836060. Diary note: Flowform Open Day on Friday 10th May. Mental Spring Clean With Hypnotherapy! Local Hypnotherapist, Dipti Tait from The Cotswold Practice in Nailsworth is focusing this month on how Hypnotherapy can help people to achieve their goals and get more enjoyment from life as we head in to Springtime. Winter can send us into a state of physical and mental hibernation, and although many people look ahead to the arrival of Spring with great optimism and pleasure, for many people the lighter evenings and longer days can in fact create more feelings of loneliness and low mood, as the days seem longer with less opportunity to hide away. Dipti explains, This is a good time of year to take stock and give ourselves the opportunity to have a kind of mental spring-clean. What do I mean by this? Its about coming out from that hibernating, wintery mind set and having a really good clear- out of things that might be holding us back. Negative self-talk can prevent us from doing things we want to do or from behaving and acting in a positive way. Our minds cannot differentiate between imagination and reality, so if we keep thinking about things we should have done, or tell ourselves we will never be able to do something, that negative repetition impacts on us and becomes a habit- to think we cant rather than think we can. If the average person thinks about 70,000 thoughts a day, and about 10 per cent of those are negative, thats 7,000 negative thoughts a day! The good news is that we can change these negative thoughts and habits in to more positive ones we just need to know the tools with which to do so! Just as we start to sort out our spring and summer clothes, we can sort out old thoughts, feelings and issues and re -evaluate them. And how can we do this anyway? Dipti suggests that Hypnotherapy can really help people to move forward in a positive way and put those negative thoughts and feelings away; not just for Spring and Summer, but for good. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a modern, research-based combination of Psychotherapy and Hypnosis, aimed at encouraging clients to focus on how they want things to be. Its great for people who have negative or self-critical thoughts or experiences that inhibit them from getting the very best out of themselves. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a forward looking approach that is really effective in lowering stress and anxiety levels, and also helping with the replacement of negative habits and behaviours with positive ones. To be physically healthy, we have to be mentally healthy, and more people recognise these days that medication alone or just getting on with it may not be enough. Through Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, you learn how you can use your full mental resources to achieve your goals and give you tools that you can use right now, and for the rest of your life. Dipti Tait is a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist practising in Nailsworth. Call 07818 050999 to book a free initial consultation. To find out more, visit www.thecotswoldpractice.com Charity Chatter In a Charity Shop, your stock comes through the door in bags, boxes and bin bags any day, any time. Unlike other shops where stock is ordered and processed in advance and to plan, a charity shop has to think on its feet and react to saleable donations as they come in. Whilst exciting and a challenge, this can pose certain hazards, one of which occurred just recently when a lady came in to the shop, dropped some bags near the till and disappeared into the shop to browse. Super-efficient staff assumed the bags were donations, whisked them off to the sorting- room where they were hung, tagged, steamed, priced and put out on the shop floor by the time our lady browser reappeared at the till with some purchases. Upon realising that her bags were gone, minor mayhem ensued while staff raced round, gathering up all items and returning them to their owner who I am happy to say laughed as loudly as we did at her mistake and ours. So unless you really do want to donate that brand new frock youve just purchased, please always let staff know if youre leaving your shopping by the counter. If you would like to donate to the RSPCA shop at 2 Market Street please drop by Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm. To keep in touch with us online find us at www.facebook.com/rspcaretailnailsworth Bits & Pieces Terry Grant writes Tired, and looking somewhat despondent after an altercation with a pair of territorial Carrion Crows, this Osprey took refuge in a tree just off the cycle trail near Dunkirk Mill ponds on 27 March. It remained there for one and a half hours before continuing its migrational travels from South Africa to our northern climes. Initially it had sought sanctuary in trees at Watledge, but was driven off by the crows and a posse of magpies. The next day another flew north up the valley. These are the earliest known records of Ospreys locally. Last year, five were recorded in Nailsworth - a welcome increase in this magnificent fish-eating raptor. For those interested in birds, these and sightings of other species within a three mile radius of the town centre are recorded in the annually updated Birds of the Nailsworth Area report, which is in the local studies section of Nailsworth Public Library. Now doorstep callers selling free service Just two days after issuing a warning about telephone callers, Stroud District Council has been made aware of a company which is knocking on residents doors in the Berkeley and Amberley areas of the district to charge them for a service to obtain Council Tax refunds. In some cases residents have paid 195 for something which they can do themselves for free via a Government agency. The company is telling residents that they are in the wrong Council Tax band and that they are entitled to refunds of thousands of pounds from overpaid bills. Whilst this practice is not illegal, Stroud District Council reiterates its advice that if residents have any queries regarding their Council Tax banding they can be made direct and free of charge through the Valuation Office, the agency which sets the Council Tax bands. Any householder who thinks that their property is in the wrong band can contact the Valuation Office and any refund will be paid in full to them. More information can be found on the Valuation Offices website at www.voa.gov.uk or by calling the Valuation Office Agency on 03000 501501 Be vigilant, Nailsworth could be the next target for these opportunists. Nailsworth / Vumilia Link AGM Nailsworth / Vumilia Link are holding their AGM on Tuesday 7th May at 7.30pm at the Arkell Centre, Forest Green followed by light refreshments and a presentation with slides by Rod Harris Education in Vumilia. All very welcome. Photo is of the first 4 secondary pupils sponsored by Nailsworth. There are now a total of 16 being sponsored on the 4 year course. Mornings of stories for all ages at Ruskin Mill Enchanting stories, enthralling tales and elaborate lies. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the wonder, wit, mystery and magic of stories from around the world. Story lovers young and old are warmly invited to a Saturday morning of stories at the Ruskin Mill fireside where storyteller Fiona Eadie will be weaving yarns and telling tales on: Saturday 25th May, 10.30am to 12.30pm Ruskin Mill, Old Bristol Road, Nailsworth GL6 0LA. Coffee shop open for drinks and delicious home-made cakes More information: 01453 834793 There is a new project being organising in Nailsworth called Nailsworth Sings for Water which is a ten week local community choir group leading to a massed choir event at Bristol Harbourside, to raise money for WaterAid. Singing together is a fantastic way to build community, boost happiness and health and to have fun. Singing in harmony is something that we just cant do by ourselves - meeting others to sing with can really boost confidence and a sense of local connection. Community choirs are becoming more and more popular for people who want to have a good sing and discover or use their voice without needing to read music or have any training. Nailsworth Sings for Water will be meeting on Thursday mornings from the 2nd May at the Nailsworth Subscription Rooms 9.30- 11am. Everyone is welcome whatever their experience of singing or age. Songs will be a great mixture of old and new, local and far flung. There will be a South African celebration song, a very atmospheric Georgian, a traditional American spiritual, British pop and uplifting choral harmonies. It is a delicious mix. Singers will travel together by coach to Bristol on Saturday 6th July to take part in the massed choir event which will include 800 - 1000 singers all singing together to raise money for WaterAid. It will be a fantastic experience to be part of. The organiser (Jo McAndrews) has already run a very successful community choir in Stroud, called StroudSong. There is a modest cost for attendance and singers will also be asked to raise sponsorship money for WaterAid. There is also an opportunity for a local performance to be arranged. www.singforwaterwest.org Any questions or to book your place: jo@nailsworthsings.co.uk 01453 750181 www.nailsworthsings.co.uk Local History More from Rowden Cottage We hear more from our local Nailsworth artist, John Furnival regarding Rowden Cottage and some further history. He was kind enough to pass the Editor a copy of Rowden Cottage - Nailsworth Artists Cottage in good time for this May edition of the Nailsworth News. The book was produced by Prof. Moxham, a distinguished medical researcher, who has kindly given permission for us to reproduce some of the images it contains. This is one of three books produced about Johns work and we hear that Prof. Moxham is working on more. This particular edition contains some fascinating and personal photographs plus drawings/paintings dating from 1961. These include several photographs of David Hockney at Nailsworths Carnival and other shots of him and images around the Nailsworth area. The contributors are noted to be:- Ron Fuller and Harry Furnival (photography), John Furnival and David Hockney (art) and Bernard Moxham (design). The back cover is a photograph (right) of Hockney at the Carnival and the following text. Nailsworth is not a typical, twee Costswold town. Situated at the head of Strouds five valleys, its nonconformism has ensured that historically, culturally and politically, the town has remained distinct. Essentially founded by wool weavers and rebels against the authorised state religion, Nailsworth has provided a safe haven for Baptists, Quakers, Huguenots and Cossacks and continues to this day to be home to political outsiders and those with artistic credentials (including W H Davies, Jacob Bronowski, Michael Powell, Sue Limb, Tom and Laurie Clark, and John and Astrid Furnival). This book records, mainly by means of photography, a brief moment in Nailsworths history when, at Rowden Cottage, a group of artists (including David Hockney) gathered to enjoy the hospitality of John and Astrid Furnival at their home. Moments like these exemplify the spirit of the place and, although Rowden Cottage now lies in ruins, it remains totemic to all that Nailsworth was, is, and will be. Prof. Moxham is planning to donate one of these rare books (only 50 published) to Nailsworth Library. It is well worth a viewing. Cossack Square, Nailsworth Tel: 01453 832566 www.wspsolicitors.com working for youWe really listen to what our clients say. Judi Bonham - Matrimonial PartnerFrom the moment you enter a relationship to the moment you leave it, WSP are here to offer practical and professional advice. We provide services from Resolution and Collaborative Law accredited specialists, encouraging solutions that consider the needs of the whole family and the best interests of any children. Family Law SpecialistsTo see our full list of services, visit our website. We offer: fixed fees and pay as you gooptions Surgery, Felling & Stump RemovalPruning and Hedge Trimming Debris Recycling Full Consultancy Service, Free QuotationsYour local tree experts for over 25 yearsTel: 01285 760466 Aston Down, Stroud GL6 8GATel: 01285 760466 Aston Down, Stroud GL6 8GA Coming events NHP Walking Festival Programme This is the 3rd Nailsworth Walking Festival, one of the major events organised each year by the Nailsworth Health Partnership. This year they have many more interesting ways of walking in the hills and valleys around us. They recognise that not all people can do long and gruelling stomps over many miles, but that it is good for our health and feeling of wellbeing to be outdoors and active too. The programme ranges from gentle evening walks where you can collect wild herbs to cook, or make potions, right through to a serious stomp around Nailsworths parish boundary. For all these events and how to get involved, go to: www.nailsworthhealthpartnership.org www.facebook.com/nailsworthhealthpartnership email: chair@nailsworthhealthpartnership.org Marilyn Miles 01453 832974 Jo Hofman 01453 834774 The following are mere highlights of the walks on offer. Grab yourself the full brochure which the Partnership will be distributing to shops in the Nailsworth and surrounding area. Also available from Town Information Centre where there will be a window display, and at the various health clinics and surgeries. 1. Boundary Walk Sun 26th May 10:30 am 9 miles, 4-5 hours This is a lovely walk taking in the hills and valleys around Nailsworth. The actual Parish Boundary is about 12 miles, so this shortened version should appeal to those not wanting to do that distance! Info: Pam Browne 01453 832907 Start point: Nailsworth Library 2. Pamper Walk Sat 1st June 10:00 am 4miles, 3 hours Pamper yourself! Start with a hot soothing foot bath and a relaxing foot massage. Info: Jo Hofman 01453 834774. Start point: Washpool, Horsley 3. Drawing Walk Sat 1st June 2:00 pm 2 miles, 2-3 hours A short walk around the Horsley valley with frequent stops to capture the surroundings on paper exploring various media and techniques. Info: Paul or Jo Hofman on 01453 834774 Start point: Washpool, Horsley 4. The Pub Walk Sun 2nd June 11:00 am Magical Mystery Pub Tour Treat yourself to a Sunday amble from pub to pub, enjoying the company and the country- side and hopefully some sunshine. Info: Duncan Mann on 07805 312961 Start point: Nailsworth Library 5. The Orchard of Friendship Sun 2nd June 2:00 pm 2.5 miles, 2 hours Storyteller Fiona Eadie leads this delightful walk accompanied by Ruth Liengaards gentle concertina. Booking and info: Fiona Eadie 01453 834793 Start point: Ruskin Mill. 6. Pacerpole - Walk for Posture Mon 3rd June 7:00 pm 2-3 miles, 1.5 hours Designed for walking, Pacerpoles engage all four limbs for propulsion and stability whilst fostering good posture. Info: Pam Browne 01453 832907 Start point: Nailsworth Library. 7. Herbalist Walk Mon 3rd June 7:00pm 2 miles, 1.5 hours Herb walk and medicine making demonstration with Herbalist Nathan Hughes. Info: Jo Hofman on 01453 834774 Start point: Ruskin Mill Apothecary 8. Birdwatching Tue 4 June 8:00am 4-5 miles 2-3 hours Terry Grant, an experienced bird watcher and author of Birds of the Nailsworth Area will lead walkers on this early morning walk in woodlands and beside water. Info: Marilyn Miles on 01453 832974 Start point: Nailsworth Library. 9. Walking for Health Tue 4 June 2:00pm 2-3 miles, 1.5 hours Walking for Health, an organised walk to encourage folk to embrace the outdoors for many reasons. Info: Pam Browne 01453 832907 Start point: Nailsworth Library 10. History & Memories Tue 4th June 7:00pm 4.5 miles, 2-3 hours Mike Harveys relaxed walk from Nailsworth follows the Horsley Valley through Harleywood, Washpool and Hartley Bridge, returning to Nailsworth via Horsley village and Downend. Info: Mike Harvey 01453 832739 / 07966 134118 Start point: Nailsworth Library 11. Longer Health Walk Wed 5th June 10:00am 4.5 miles, 2-3 hours The monthly health walk, sponsored by NHP, that complements the weekly SDC walks and takes participants a bit further into the countryside around Nailsworth. Info: Rosalind John 01453 834485 Start point: outside Nailsworth Library 12. Learn to Forage Wed 5th June 6:00pm 2 miles, 3 hours Join Ellen Winter from Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust to forage along midsummer lanes and winding footpaths to Box Fields, the Trusts Stuart Fawkes nature reserve. info: GWT 01452 383333 Start point: The Olive Tree restaurant 13. Walk & Sing! Wed 5th June 7:30 pm 2 miles, 2 hours A chance to walk and sing with Nailsworth Community Choir. Info: Paul Hofman 01453 834774. Start point: Horsley Mill car park 14. Nailsworth Valley Walk Thu 6th June 2:00 pm 4 miles, 2-2.5 hours An afternoon walk to enjoy the local topography with views across the town and countryside. Info: Nick Peters 01452 740295 Start point: Nailsworth Library 15. Lands End to Cape Wrath Thu 6th June 7:30 pm (1042 miles!) Dave Wilson looking back on a long walk: This journey, which I set out on in my 63rd year, turned out to be one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. Info: Paul Hofman 01453 834774 Venue: Friends Meeting House 16. A Walking Book Club Fri 7th June 10:30 am 2-3 miles, 2.5 hours A Book Club with a difference! Read a copy of Roshi Fernandos Homesick Start point: Nailsworth Library 17. Glendower Walk Fri 7th June 5.45 pm 2 miles, 2 hours A town walk celebrating Nailsworths famous poet W H Davies (1871-1940). Info: Tony Burton on 01453 832228 Start point: Inside Nailsworth Library. 18. Bat Walk Fri 7th June 8.45 pm 1.5 miles, 2 hours Using ultrasonic bat detectors and our ears, they will identify different bat species feeding on insects in and around the Horsley woods. Info: Paul Hofman 01453 834774 19. Walking Pages Sat 8 June 10am - 1pm A Bookmaking Workshop with Maxine Relton. Make a beautiful, simple book of your own based on a walk you have done or imagine doing Info: Maxine 01453 832597 email maxine.relton@tiscali.co.uk Start Point: Horsley Village Hall 20. Dance Walk Sat 8 Jun 2:30 - 5:15 pm This walk incorporates moving in ways that express what we see and feel when exploring the natural world. Info: Jo Hofman 01453 834774 Start point: Washpool, Horsley 21. Industry Walk Sat 8 Jun 2:00 pm 2 miles, 2-2.5 hours Explore the history of the local weaving trade with Ian Mackintosh. Info: Marilyn Miles 01453 832974 Start point: Nailsworth Library 22. Hash Bash Sun 9th June, 10:45 am, 2.5-5.5 miles, 2 hours A hash, which is a hare and hounds event, suitable for adults and children, following trails of varying distances out into the surrounding countryside and back to Nailsworth. Info: Rosalind John 01453 834485 Start point: Mortimer Gardens, Nailsworth 23. Up the Garden Path Sun 9th June, 1.30 pm 4.5 miles, 2.5 hours A circular walk from Nailsworth via the village of Box, on the day of the Box Open Gardens event. Info: Rosalind John 01453 834485 Start point: Outside Nailsworth Library. 24. Geocaching Sun 9 Jun 2:00 pm 4 miles, 3 hours. Geocaching is an international treasure hunting game where you use a GPS to hide and seek containers with other participants. Info: Paul Hofman on 01453 834774 Start point: Washpool, Horsley Coming events The Amberley Cow Hunt is back The bank holiday weekend - Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th May sees the return of Amberley Parochial Schools popular Cow Hunt, 1pm to 5pm, on both afternoons. To celebrate the forthcoming arrival of the real cows to the Common, over 30 wonderfully dressed up (wooden) cows are located in various places around the village of Amberley and the Common. As well as spotting all the amoosingly named cows, along the way you can rest and refresh at the fabulous vintage tea tent complete with a sumptuous array of homemade cakes. Face painting, funny photo booth and other childrens activities will be the order of the day along with the fabulous Cow Hunt quiz. Gather friends and family for an afternoon of great British eccentricity in our beautiful countryside. Quiz sheets and trail maps available from the start of the trail near Amberley Parochial School. Funds raised go to help the school, as well as Send a Cow which provides livestock for families in Africa. Follow our preparations: www.facebook.com/AmberleyCowHunt Grab a bargain at Amberley Playgroups popular, Nearly New Sale on Saturday 18thMay, Amberley Parish Rooms, underneath the church. Be sure to get there early to get the pick of childrens clothes (aged 12 months +), kids and baby equipment, pushchairs, maternity clothes and TOYS. Doors open between 10.00am and 11.30am. Fancy being a seller? It could not be easier. Just provide good quality items and the rest will be done for you. Each seller gets 75% of the value sold. Limited number of sellers packs available. For queries or to register for a sellers pack contact Katy Easey on: (01453) 872142, email: spearskaty@aol.com Follow us on: www.facebook.com/pages/ Amberley-Playgroup You Eat the Cake, We Gain the Pounds! With Spring still around the corner why not start thinking ahead to Summer and celebrate the warmer weather by organising a Blooming Great Tea Party with friends and family all for a great cause. This year we need your help to make the Blooming Great Tea Party bigger and better in Gloucestershire! Get together with family and friends at home, or get your colleagues involved and tuck into your favourite slice of cake and raise the much needed funds for Marie Curie Nurses in Gloucestershire. From a tea party fit for a queen to a competition bake sale at work it doesnt matter how you get involved. Just eat cake! You can hold your tea party at any point in June or July. It really couldnt be simpler ... Register today and receive your free fundraising pack complete with balloons and invitations and get scoffing!! Go online at www.mariecurie.org.uk/teaparty or call 0845 052 4184 Christian Aid Week - This takes place from Monday 13 May to Friday 17 May. There will be a charity shop at Christ Church Hall, Newmarket Road, Nailsworth on Monday to Thursday 9 am to 4 pm and on Friday from 9 am to 1 pm. Refreshments will be served all day and there will be plants for sale. Please support this excellent charity. For more information visit the website at www.christianaid.org Open Gardens - On Nailsworths doorstep, the village of Box will hold its traditional Open Gardens event on Sunday 9th June, from 12 noon to 6pm. Among the attractions, Nailsworth Silver Band will play on the village green from 3 pm to 5 pm. Admission 5, proceeds to local charities. More information at www.box-village.com A LA CARTEDINNER MENUPrixFixeWe have carefully selected some dishes from our A La Carte evening menu to offer you great food at a very palatable price. 2-course 12.50 3-course 14.75Mon - Thur: 6pm - 9.30pm. (incl Bank Hols) Egypt Mill Hotel & Restaurant Nailsworth T: 01453 833449www.egyptmill.com The Steppes Residential Care Home Est 1981 A small, warm and friendly care home for the elderly, in a peaceful corner of Cossack Square. With trained care staff giving around the clock personal care, we endeavour to meet our residents needs and ensure their happiness. For a brochure or to arrange a visit, please telephone Mrs Jo Smith 01453 832406 NMCNailsworth MOT Centre TYRES . EXHAUSTS . BATTERIES . SERVICING . ALL MAKES Tel: 01453 836816 Unit 6, Inchbrook Trading Estate, Bath Road, Woodchester, Stroud GL5 5EYCar Servicing Specialists Architectural Services including: Planning Applications Building Regulation Applications Working DrawingsFor hints & tips for building regulation and planning applications scan the qr code with your smartphone. Phone 01453 836511 Mobile 07825 050944 www.anderson-architecture.co.uk Sport Charity begins here in Nellie! The football season is over bar a few last minute shouts, but for those who need an end of season fix then here is the BIG ONE ... There are big matches in all sorts of sports, and we could all name a few, but ... one of the biggest in England has to be the Football Challenge of Nailsworth Morrisons v Cheltenham Morrisons. This year the Charity Football Match for Save the Children is being held at Shortwood Utd. Entrance is FREE, but donations are hoped for in the bucket collection. Now is the chance to see your favourite staff tackling more than the price of bananas and doing their bit for this famous charity. And the ref is a famous local sportsman as well - cant be bad! Its going to be one great occasion for all the family! The Clubhouse will be open as usual and kick-off is at 6pm on Sunday 5 May. Info: Mike Barker - (07917 824781) Face in the Crowd. Is this YOU? If so, you qualify for a FREE ground pass to FGRs next Home match. Just call in at the Club Office with a copy of this paper. (Brought to you by NN in association with FGRFC) Forest Green Rovers Forest Green Rovers has missed out on promotion, but in reality, are fans that upset? If the team had gained promotion to the Football League, without a miracle in staying up, then it would have been an embarrassing failure. Hitting above ones station is one such phrase that has been used recently and the inability to sustain a real promotion push with confident play and goals and excitement rather speaks for itself. A lack-lustre set of performances since the New Year has not been acceptable (poor performances, a lack of goals and not being able to brush aside the bottom teams speaks for itself) and with Hockaday complaining that some fans are not supportive in their vocal contributions during matches is not going to endear one to the team. The fans pay to see the team perform. If they dont perform, it is not the fans fault! Half time words to gear the team to better things should not be needed with a team going for the play-offs ... it should be natural for the team to go out with all guns blazing. We have a young team. Fine - go for youth, but dont use that as an excuse! That is the managerial decision! On a final comment of the season - FGR has had an amazing year, many spectacular results and performances and given pleasure to a huge and growing number of supporters and converts. One should not forget that all the catering areas in the main stand are now open to everyone on match days and not just the chosen few. That is progress and the food is excellent too! ... and with the football season coming to a close, it is good to report that Horlsey Utd are in the Final of their local Cup as well as The Village (Inn) FC v Dowty Dynamos in the Final of GFA Primary Challenge Cup (north). We didnt know much about this new team at The Village, but will report on them later and of all the results! SM4RT MOVE The environmentally friendly single passenger seat Smart Car Taxi service covering the Stroud Valleys & beyond. Up to 20% cheaper than regular Stroud Licensed taxis. Now that really is the Smart way to travel! Smart Move 4 One Monday to Friday 0700 - 1830 Call us on 07799 788997 ONE PARTY YOURSELF INTO SHAPECome and join me for the Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness party, ALL fitness levels welcome: Monday: 6 - 7 pm Nailsworth Primary SchoolALL CLASSES 5 PAY AS YOU GOfor more information please call Ruth King on 07734 886275. For all other class times and venues, please visit www.pts4u.org.uk GOLDEN STONESARDENINGGarden Maintenance and LandscapingTrees, Hedges, Patios, Paving, Decking, Turfing & FencingFor a free estimate contact Chris Blackwellon 07939 101520 or 01453 835032www.goldenstonesgardening.co.uk Sport And The Winner Is . . . . ! At the recent Finals night for the Stroud table tennis league, held at Cirencester Deer Park in April, the playing members of Nailsworth Phoenix Table Tennis Club made several visits to the presentation table to receive their awards from the outgoing League President, Trevor Golding. The B Team, led by Laurence Manley, were runners up in League 2. The C Team, led by Mike Davis, were runners up in League 3 by just a single point! The D Team, led by Andy Hammond, were Division 4 champions and the F Team, led by Jane Leigh, were runners up in Division 4. Janealso picked up an award as the second best player in her division! We are now practising for next season, so if you would like to come and join us you will be made very welcome. During the summer months we will be holding various coaching and fun events, so visit our website or our Facebook page for more details - www.nailsworthphoenix.co.uk Please contact us with your details if you would like to join our coaching programme. Our open to all practice nights have moved back to Tuesdays and Thursdays during the summer. For further details on how you can play, please ring Andy Hammond on 01453 885393. 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Whats On - May 2013 To include events, contact Jemma on 07799 654193 or mail whatson@nailsworthnews.org.uk Deadline for June 2013, 15th May 2013 Church Churches Together Service, Sunday 12th May 6.30pm, Arkell Centre Communion Service, Sundays 9.30am, St.Georges Community Afternoon Tea, Monday 13th May 2-4pm, Shortwood FC, bingo and raffle, 2 entry. Alzheimer Cafe, Wednesday 29th May 2-4pm, Christ Church Rooms. Info: 834714 Archive Office open Mondays and Fridays 10am-12 noon, Town Hall Bingo, Saturdays 8pm, Shortwood FC Citizens Advice Bureau drop-in, Tuesdays 1-3.30pm, Arkell Centre Credit Union, Wednesdays 2.30-4pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 298785 Drop-in with Tracey Young, Community Development Worker, Fridays 10am-12 noon, Arkell Centre IT for beginners, Fridays 1pm, Arkell Centre. Info: karen.ashley@sgscol.ac.uk Library club for older people, Wednesday 8th May 11.30am-12.30pm, transport can be provided. Info: 832747 Macular Society, Wednesday 15th May 10.30am, Christ Church Hall. Info: Sandra 833614 ME Support Group, Monday 6th May 11am, Scrumptious Cafe. Info: Richard 07814 223567 Mens Shed community workshop, Tuesdays 1.30pm, Subscription Rooms. Mobile Police Station, 16th & 30th May 1.30-2.15pm, Police Station car park. Neighbourhood Warden, Local Police & Dog Warden drop-in, Thursday 30th May 2-3pm, Arkell Centre Royal British Legion, Thursday 16th May, Nailsworth Social Club SDC tenants drop-in advice session, Tuesday 7th May 9.30-11.30am, Arkell Centre Senior Citizens Club, Thursdays 2pm, Arkell Centre, 1.50. Info: Dave 833411 Town Council meeting, Tuesday 21st May 7pm, Town Hall Dance Dance classes, Wednesdays 7.45pm (intermediate collegiate shag) and 9pm (intermediate lindy hop), Comrades Club. Info: Nicky 07728 600056 Jive classes, Thursdays at 7.30pm (beginners) and 8.30pm (intermediate), Comrades Club. Info: Nicky 07728 600056 Nia Dance, Wednesdays 1.45pm, Sawyer Hall and Saturdays at 9.30am FGR Gym. Info: Yael 07545 372077 Health & Wellbeing Awareness through Movement Feldenkrais Method, Fridays 11am, Sawyer Hall. Info: Iraina 832027 Buddhist Meditation, Mondays and 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 7.30pm, suggested donation 3. Info: James 07867 767605 Health Walk (30-60mins), Tuesdays 2pm, meet at Library. Info: 832907 Arts & Crafts Creative textiles course, Mondays 1pm, 3.30pm & 6pm, Subscription Rooms, 50 for 5 week block. Info: Grace 07872 633956 or Patricia 07891 456095 Tinkers Knitting Group, Thursdays 10am and Saturdays 2.30pm, Mother Goose. Info: 298725 Woolly Crafters, Tuesdays 8pm, Mother Goose. Info: 298725 Charity Amberley Annual Cow Hunt, 4th-5th May 1pm-5pm. Start at the top of Culver Hill, near Amberley Parochial School. Funds raised go to help the school, as well as Send a Cow which provides livestock for families in Africa. Info: Katy 872142 Charity Football Match (Nailsworth Morrisons v Chelt. Morrisons) in aid of Save the Children, Sunday 5th May 6pm, Shortwood Utd. Free entry. Info: Mike 07917 824781 Fundraising Coffee Morning in aid of Nikkis Trust (Cancer), Thursday 23rd May 10am -12.30pm, St. Georges Parish Room. Info: Janet 834204 Children & Family 1st Nailsworth Brownies (7-10 yrs) & 1st Nailsworth Guides (10-14 yrs) on Mondays. 1st Nailsworth Rainbows (5-7 yrs) & 1st Nailsworth Senior Section (14-25 yrs) on Tuesdays. www.girlguidingnailsworth.wordpress.com Arkell Toddlers (0-4 yrs), Fridays 9.15-11.15am, Arkell Centre, 2 (term time only). Info: Laura 07795 693821 Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Mondays 11.30am, Library (term time only) Community workshops for home-educated children (7+ yrs), Fridays 9am & 11.30am, 10. Info: Pam 07971 737626 Croc n Roll (6 mths-4 yrs), Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am, FGR, 3.95 (term time only). Info: Stephanie 07957 235413 or Stephanie@crocnroll.co.uk. Family Drop-In, Tuesdays 10-11.30am, Arkell Centre. Info: 755373 Junior Wardens, Thursdays 9th, 16th and 23rd May 5.30pm, Nailsworth Youth Club. Info: Charlotte 754304 Little Angels Singing and Music for Parents & Toddlers, Fridays 9.30am, St. Georges Church NCT Bumps & Babies, Wednesdays 10am-12 noon, Tubbys Cafe (Waterside). Info: 0844 2436286 Phoenix Martial Arts for children, Wednesdays 3.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 07921 298445 Phoenix Playmates Mother & Toddler Group, Tuesdays 9-11am, Primary School Gym (term time only), 1.50 per child. Info: 833511 Playcircle (0-3 yrs), Fridays 10.30-11.30am & 11am-12 noon, Christ Church Rooms, 4.50 (term time only). Info: 07930 136075. Stories for all ages, Saturday 25th May 10.30am, Ruskin Mill, 3 Child 4 Adult 10 Family. Info: 834793 Mindfulness Course, Thursdays 7.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: Dario 836597 Music Nailsworth Silver Band, Mondays (beginners 5.30pm, training band 6pm, band rehearsal 7.15pm), Band Room Brewery Lane Shopping Childrens Nearly New Sale, Saturday 1st June from 10.30am, Horsley Village Hall. To get a sellers pack, contact Tracey on 872299 Country Market, Fridays 8.45-11.30am, Mortimer Room. Farmers Market, Saturday 25th May 10am-1pm, Mortimer Gardens Vintage & Collectors Fayre, Friday 3rd May 10am- 3pm, Town Hall. Free entry. Info: 07800 951964 Sport & Exercise Aerobics & Body Conditioning, Mondays 9.30am & 7.15pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Tina 753895 Circuit Class, Tuesdays 7pm, FGR Gym, 5. Info: Liam 07815 187632 or email liam@ nailsworthstrengthandfitness.co.uk Cotswold Allrunners, Mondays and Wednesdays 6.30pm, King George V Playing Fields. Info: 07939 102102 Gentle Exercise Class, Mondays 10am, Arkell Centre Kung Fu, Thursdays 7.30pm, Recreation Centre, 4.50. Info: 07922 873934 or kixxglos@hotmail.co.uk Lightwaves Shintaido, Tuesdays 1.30pm, Christ Church Hall, first session free. Info: David & Nagako 750598 Nailsworth Mills Bowling Club taster sessions, Fridays 6.30-9.00pm. Coaching given. Info: 836500 or email julia.stannard1@sky.com NHP Bus and Longer Health Walk, Wednesday 1st May - meet at Bus Station 10.50am to catch 11.01am bus no. 40. Info: Ros 834485 NSoc Rambling Group, Thursday 23rd May 9.30am Pacerpole walking for posture (1-1. hrs), Mondays 7pm, meet at Library, 4. Pacerpoles provided. Info: Pam 832907 Pilates (beginners), Wednesdays 11am, Youth Club. Info: Helen 07799 620117 Pilates, Thursdays 6.30pm & 8pm, Mortimer Room. Info: Bea 07717 472129 Pilates, Fridays 10am, Christ Church. Info: Jo 873229 Pilates on the Ball, Wednesdays 9.30am, Christ Church Hall. Info: Tina 753895 SDC Shorter Health Walk , Tuesday 21st May - meet outside Library 2 pm. Info: Ros 834485 Table Tennis, Tuesdays and Thursdays 7pm, Subscription Rooms, first session free Tae-Kwon-Do, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.30pm, Primary School. Info: 07715 445729 Taiji & Qi Gong, Mondays 9.30am, 10.45am & 12 noon, Town Hall, 6. Info: Jeff 07970 303694 Taiji Wuxigong, Thursdays 9.30am, Christ Church Hall. Info: Poh 836425 X-biking, 7.30pm, FGR Gym. Info: 835680 X-biking, Tuesdays 6pm, FGR Gym. Info: 832268 Ashtanga (Power) Yoga, Thursdays 1-2pm, Subscription Rooms. 36 for 6 week block. Info: Stuart 07986 003602 or stuart@pulse4life.co.uk Iyengar Yoga, Wednesdays 7.30pm, Mortimer Room. Info: Alison 752249 Yoga, Tuesdays 10am, Wednesdays 7pm and Thursdays 5pm & 7.30pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Sally 751937 Yoga, Tuesdays 6.30pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Chris 834304 Zumba, Mondays 10.30am, Youth Club, 5. Info: Helen 07799 620117 Zumba, Mondays 6pm, Recreation Centre, 5. Info: 07734 886275 or email ruth.king123@btopenworld.com Visits & Talks Cafe and Community, Wednesday 1st May 7.30pm Christ Church. Fiona Eadie & Sue Reed will talk on The Story of Wood Farm. Info: Chris 832 580 NSoc Arts, Crafts & Music Group guided tour of Bath, Tuesday 7th May. Info: Janet 835540 NSoc Gardening Group visit to Buscot Park, Monday 20th May 7.30pm. Info: 834046 NSoc Local History Research Group Grand Houses, Grand People Monday 13th May 7.30pm. Info: 832228 W.I. Meeting Lost the Plot Fiona Warin and Public Affairs Debate, Monday 13th May 7.30pm, Parish Room. Info: Rosemary 833966 And dont forget... Nailsworth Festival Saturday 18th to Sunday 26th May, all the events were listed in the centre spread of our April issue, some highlights are noted on page 6. You can find out more from the town information centre or at www. nailsworthfestival.org.uk. Artist-in-residence will create a real buzz! We wouldnt normally advertise for events outside Nailsworth, but with the Half Term Holiday approaching and (we hope) improved weather we would like to report that Cath Hodsman, from Minchinhampton is an artist who celebrates the beauty of the smaller things in life and is artist in residence at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centres. Cath has spent years sketching and painting beautiful pieces of detailed insect art. Her work is widely recognised for its scientific accuracy as well as its obvious beauty From May she will have an ongoing presence at WWT Slimbridge running drop-in sketching sessions for day visitors, day-long art workshops and activities for children and schools. She will also spend time drawing and painting in the Centre near the gallery so visitors can meet her to learn more about her work and sketching in general. Over two weeks (from 19 May to 24 May and from 30 June to 6 July) Cath will spend a couple of hours a day based in the RBC Rain Garden and will demonstrate to visitors how to sketch and paint insects. Cath is also running two one-day painting courses. The first Beetles, Butterflies & Bees is on July 15 and Painting Pollinators on August 30. These have limited places. To find out more call 01453 891223 or visit www.wwt.org. uk/slimbridge