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December 2016 
No. 167 
A free monthly community paper for the 
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December Church Services 
Dec 4th 4.00pm there is an opportunity to come and sing ChristmasCarols and hear the Christmas Story at the Green Man, FGR 
Dec 11th 10.30am Great Entertainment at Christmas - Family service at ChristChurch. 
Dec 18th 6pm Town Carol Service, St. GeorgeÕs. 
Dec 24th 6pm Christmas Eve service - carols and mince pies at Christ Church. 
Dec 24th 6pm Lighting the Tree service Ð carols, crib building and tree 
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Dec 25th 10.30am ÒHeÕs arrived!Ó A Christmas Celebration at Christ Church. 
Dec 25th 11.00am Ð Family Communion at St. GeorgeÕs. 
OlÕ Blue Eyes is back! 
You may know Blue - heÕs the white cat 
who lives in Newmarket Road between 
The Britannia and Christ Church 
He is so-called because his right eye is 
blue - obvious really! 
Loved by the locals who know him andrather careless of his nine lives, he is 
a real character. See page 5 for a full 
account of his recent adventures. 
Photo Sarah Hale 
Christmas CharityLynda Southgate of Emmaus is 
photographed preparing donatedgoods for sale.
See the Centre Spreadfor details of charitable 
establishments in town that have 
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December 2016 
No. 167 
A free monthly community paper for the 
parish of Nailsworth, available in colour on 
our website www.nailsworthnews.org.uk 
BrutonsOld Market, Nailsworth GL6 0DD ¥ 01453 832826 
C hristmas Essentials 
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December Church Services 
Dec 4th 4.00pm there is an opportunity to come and sing ChristmasCarols and hear the Christmas Story at the Green Man, FGR 
Dec 11th 10.30am Great Entertainment at Christmas - Family service at ChristChurch. 
Dec 18th 6pm Town Carol Service, St. GeorgeÕs. 
Dec 24th 6pm Christmas Eve service - carols and mince pies at Christ Church. 
Dec 24th 6pm Lighting the Tree service Ð carols, crib building and tree 
lighting. St. GeorgeÕs. 
11.30 pm Midnight Communion at St. GeorgeÕs. 
Dec 25th 10.30am ÒHeÕs arrived!Ó A Christmas Celebration at Christ Church. 
Dec 25th 11.00am Ð Family Communion at St. GeorgeÕs. 
OlÕ Blue Eyes is back! 
You may know Blue - heÕs the white cat 
who lives in Newmarket Road between 
The Britannia and Christ Church 
He is so-called because his right eye is 
blue - obvious really! 
Loved by the locals who know him andrather careless of his nine lives, he is 
a real character. See page 5 for a full 
account of his recent adventures. 
Photo Sarah Hale 
Christmas CharityLynda Southgate of Emmaus is 
photographed preparing donatedgoods for sale.
See the Centre Spreadfor details of charitable 
establishments in town that have 
lots in store for the discerningbuyer and who would love yourhelp with donations and support. 

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Nailsworth WI unveiled a creative tribute 
with a knitted floral arrangement at the War 
Memorial in Fountain Street. 
A stunning collection of knitted red poppiesappeared onthe railings infront of the War 
Memorial which 
commemorates 
soldiers from WWI, 
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Having recentlyintroduced a 
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Remember 
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We Will Remember Them 
- in December 1916 and 
January 1917 the followingsoldiers died: 
Private William Ernest 
Charles Brinkworth of 
Nailsworth was killed in 
action on 24th December 
in France, whilst serving with the 2/5thBattalion, Gloucestershire Regiment. 
Private Joe Westell Heaven of Nailsworth died 
in hospital on 14th January 1917 in Yorkshire, 
whilst serving with the 1/5th NorfolkRegiment. He was buried in Shortwood Baptistgraveyard. 
Further details available from the Nailsworth Archive, Town Hall. 
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A word from the Mayor 


accounting system up to date and has also 
Annual Town Meeting -The Annual Town Meeting takes place 

Local Affairs 
been reviewing budgets and expenditure. 
in Spring and is an opportunity for residents to see what your 

We are acutely aware that times are hard 
Council has been up to, and ask questions about Council activity for many people and Council Tax is an 

important part of household expenditure. 
It has also been an opportunity for groups to talk about their 

and finances. 

As there isnÕt a Nailsworth News until 
activities in the town. Council has agreed that the Clerk and I 

February, we will put a piece up on the 
can look at having a different format for this event to be more 

Council website when the decision has 
interactive and with more residents coming to it. IÕd love to hear 

been made. 
any interesting ideas you have about how we can achieve this. 

Happy ChristmasDog walking in the dark

It has been quite a year, with Referendums 
Late afternoon and evening dog walking is done in the dark now (Nailsworth and Brexit) and an election to 
that the clocks have changed and the days have drawn shorter. Trump all others. I hope that everyone has a fantastic Christmas 
and New Year. Nailsworth is a lovely town and it is heartening to 

We have noted an increase in the amount of dog mess in The 

see groups come together and put things on for the community. 

KGV park. This can be very unpleasant for children, families and 

By the time this copy of Nailsworth News comes out we will 

sports players using the park. If you are walking your dog in the 

have had Nailsworth Noel and the Christmas lights will be on. 

park in the dark, please take a torch with you, and keep your dog 

If you live up the hill, remember the Forest Green Residents 

on a lead, so that you know what it is up to and pick up the mess. 

Association ChildrenÕs Christmas party at The Arkell Centre, 

Budget time

18th December. 

Council is now in the process of setting next yearÕs budget. 

jonathan.duckworth@nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.uk 

Our Clerk has done a lot of work this year getting the councilÕs 

or tel: 07813 641732 

facilities for drama classes. Nailsworth Tennis Club, which has Nailsworth Subscription Rooms - Can operated on the site for about 26 years, provides opportunities for you Help? many players on its three well-maintained courts. 

At the AGM of Nailsworth Youth and Community Enterprise Throughout the year a wide variety of other groups and 
[NYCE] last month, John Rowley, retiring Chairman of the individuals hire space for meetings, concerts, dances, parties 
Trustees who manage the Subscription Rooms spoke on another and craft fairs. Income from bookings has continued to increase 
year of real progress for the charity. substantially over the last year and this enables the structural 

improvements programme to continue, sometimes supplemented

A programme of major improvements to the property continued 

by generous grants. 

apace with the installation of a new porch and canopy covering 
the ground floor main entrance and work on the outside of the The Subscription Rooms is run by a team of Trustees, all 
building to provide new gravelled low maintenance areas and volunteers, which has been supplemented for the first time this 
a new side door to the ground floor workshop. Further planned year by representatives from its user groups and Nailsworth Town 
improvements in 2017 will include extra storage for hall Council. Following the AGM, there is a vacancy for one more 
equipment and interior redecoration. Trustee. Although no specific skills are required, the committee 

is looking for an enthusiastic individual who can help to manage 

Not everyone is aware of the wide range of activities provided 

and sustain one of NailsworthÕs greatest assets.

by the user groups who either rent or hire space in the many 
rooms in the building. The Community Workshop occupies the If you are interested, why not come along 
lower ground floor and offers woodworking, glass and ceramics to the next management meeting at the 
classes and musical instrument production for young and older Subscription Rooms on Wednesday 11th 
groups. January 2017. Please contact NYCE Secretary, 

Les Haines, on 833547 for further information. 

Upstairs, the Phoenix Table Tennis club continues to prosper 
with its successful league teams and its coaching for young The NYCE website 
players. Two badminton sessions take place each week and there www.nailsworthsubrooms.org.uk 
are regular classes for yoga. 

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Local Affairs and Events Local Affairs and Events 
Grand Christmas Tea Concert 
Sunday December 11th, Nailsworth Primary School Hall 
Concert 4pm, Tea 5pm 
All are welcome at this popular free Christmas event which is now in its 
4th year. 
As usual the programme will include items by Christ Church Ecumenical 
Choir, soloists, and audience carols accompanied by a large orchestra. 
The orchestra will also play ÒSleigh RideÓ and ÒRudolph the Red Nosed 
Reindeer.Ó 
We are delighted to have both The Minpins Childrens Choir and Nailsworth 
Primary School Choir performing this year. The concert and the tea are 
free, but if you wish to contribute at all there will be a bucket for cash 
donations to the Food Bank. 
Nailsworth & District 
Flower Arrangement 
Society - has its monthly meetingswhich have 
produced amarvellous 
result for the 
year. 
The next 
big event is 
its Christmas 
Open Eveningon Wednesday 
14th December 
when NigelWhyles, apopular nationaldemonstrator 
will be 
entertainingwith ÒSeasonal 
SplendourÓ at Sibly Hall, Wycliffe College. 
Tickets cost £10 (including glass of 
wine & mince pie) and can be purchasedfrom its next meeting on Wednesday 7th 
December, 7.30pm at Nailsworth Town 
Hall, or from 
Eileen 01453 835752 or 
Linda 01453 758496. 
Hands on Harps 
Christmas Concert for the Community HarpOrchestra 
10th December. 
ItÕs at the Nailsworth Subscription Rooms. Tickets 
are £3 in advance from the Village Inn pub or £4 on 
the door. 
Hands on Harps advise that ÒWe had our first 
concert last year and it went beautifully well, andnow many of our students are a whole year moreaccomplished at playing the harp! 
Being a community orchestra means the ticketsales go towards funding the studentÕs lessons, and 
weÕll also be holding a charity raffle.Ó 
Rotary Club is Blooming Marvellous! 

The Rotary Club of Nailsworth certainly know how to put a smile onpeopleÕs faces. It has donated 1000s of gorgeous crocus bulbs to the Town 
Council to brighten up the town. 

Most of the bulbs have been planted by volunteers in front of theClocktower to give a cheerful display in Spring, and the rest will be a welcomesplash of colour at the entrance to King George V field. 

The purple blooms are part of the Rotary Crocus Campaign to eradicatepolio around the world. 

The purple colour matches the dye painted on the fingers of children who

have been immunised. 

Bunting Hill Footpath 

NailsworthÕs Cotswold Volunteer Warden, Mike Brinkworth, and his team 
have been busy at Bunting Hill, refurbishing steps into the steep wood andmeadow and making the footpath more accessible. 

This energetic group of volunteers work all over the county fixing footpaths, 
gates and stiles so walkers can enjoy the beautiful countryside. If youÕd like tojoin them 

email info@cotswoldsaonb.org.ukor telephone 01451 862000 

The Warden was asked to do the work on Bunting Hill by Nailsworth Town 
Council who received a grant from the Cotswold Visitors Giving Scheme. 

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Blue, from front . . . 

ItÕs a purrrrrrr-fect result for Blue! 

Blue is a friendly and curious cat and likesto go over to the Newmarket car park to greetpeople as they come and go. When it is cold he 
sits on the warm bonnets of the cars, or on their 
roofs. 

Unfortunately he also goes underneath them 
and returns home with oily smudges on hisback and ears which we have to clean off with 
Swarfega (good for the skin). 


We have also discovered that he sometimes 
pops into The Britannia, gets up on the bar, and 
drinks from the slopsÕ trays. We know all about 
his visits and now know why he never told usand we gather he is on their FB page as well.
Fame! 

He apparently lies on the floor in front of thebar by the tills, and sits about on seats, and outby the back door. 

The staff at The Brit also call him Blue, 
having noticed his one blue eye. (His right eye 
is blue, the other is yellow). He misses us whenwe are away, so this may be his social life then. 

We adopted him about six years ago, when 
he was said to have been found as a stray inCheltenham without a microchip. 


He is such a beautiful cat. It 
is hard to understand that he may have beenabandoned. 

Community News 
However, for a town cat he enjoyed his new 
life with us at Brownshill, with the interest of 
exploring a large garden and the field over the 
wall. 

The horses also enjoyed chasing him whenhe tried to explore their home and on severaloccasions he only just cleared the wall beforethey caught up with him. 

We Òdown-sizedÓ to a smaller house and 
garden in Nailsworth more than three years agoand Blue is once more enjoying an urban lifestyle, 
including scrapping with the neighboursÕcats, whose territory he has invaded. His beauty 
risks being marred by the scratches with whichhe comes home. 

He goes over the road to watch the birds inthe trees opposite, and observe the ducks bythe Mirey Brook although he never catchesanything. 

Our visitors have reported that he looks bothways before crossing the road, but if you seehim, please go slowly as you drive by. 

His latest adventure was on an unplannedtrip to Cainscross - missing for six days and no

one had seen him, all hope of finding him was

almost gone. FaceBook had been amazing withits cries for sightings, but alas, no luck. 

We had a call from Clockhouse vets about 

8.15 pm one evening to say he had been foundtrying to go into the Co-Op at Cainscross.
Apparently their meat counter is quite tasty! 
A lady in Cashes Green had apparently lost a 
white cat and was alerted by a friend, but foundit was not her cat, so took him to the vet where 
his microchip linked him to us. 

He is grubby, hungry and tired, but otherwise 
unharmed. 

We suspect he got into a car in the car park 
next to The Brit, which he has a penchant for 
doing, and that he escaped or was chucked outwhen discovered in the car. 

Whatever the story, it is a miracle - Blue - the 
white cat, is back home and looking forward toa white Christmas too! He loves the snow! 

(Roger and Jenny Salt) 

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ew of the 
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Remembrance 
Day events are asevocative as Òwhen 


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I was surprised to see it referredto as the Kohima Epitaph. 

Kohima was a key battle in thewar in the Far East, waged betweenMarch and June in 1944, halting theadvance of the Japanese into India. 

The words are used on the war 
memorial to the 2nd InfantryDivision at Kohima. 

In fact their origins lie a in a1916 collection by John MaxwellEdmonds, a Classicist, who is 
thought to have been inspired bya poem written after the battle ofThermopylae in 480 BC: ÒGo tellthe Spartans, thou that passest by, 
that faithful to their precepts herewe lieÓ. 

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What a pity that vandals had to

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Town Square recently 

That was just in time for the

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to much appreciated support from

the town. 

Thank you to some local trades

who allowed the public in to their

premises to use their facilities 

and to the SDC who restored 

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continue to rise! 

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Schools Schools 
St. DominicÕs 

On 11th November 
all the children and 
staff gathered in the 
playground to markArmistice Day. I spoketo the children about 
why we commemoratethis day, and why 
poppies are worn. 


We were able to mark the two minute silence with The Last 
Post, played by Mrs Urquhart Dixon, which made it a verymoving occasion. We were very proud of the children, who were 
quiet and respectful throughout. The school has been able to 
support The Poppy Appeal again this year with the children selling 
poppies and other commemorative items throughout the week andwe are grateful to the parents for their support. 

Our PTA have just held the shopping evening, and our thanks go 
to the group of parents who spent a lot of time in organising this, 
and of course to those who came along and enjoyed the event! 

December is always a busy, but lovely month when we prepare 
for Christmas during this Advent season. An occasion where all 
are welcome is the Carols by Candlelight service at Woodchester 
Priory which the pupils at St DominicÕs will be leading. This is on 
Thursday 15th December at 2pm. 

Hopefully you will be reading this in time to see that the Parishand School Bazaar is on Saturday 10th December from 12 noon 
to 2pm and lots of exciting stalls are on offer and of course you 
know who will be in residence! All welcome. 

The school will have their End of Term Mass with hymns and 
readings led by the pupils on Tuesday 20th December at 9:15am. 
All welcome. 

Can I please remind you that if your child is due to start schoolnext year, you should have received information from the County 
by now. You probably would like to visit a number of schools to 
help you make a decision. If you would like to visit St DominicÕs 
where we welcome children of all faiths and you would like aChristian education for your child, please call 832682 or email 
admin@st-dominics.gloucs.sch.uk. 

This is my last edition as interim headteacher for St DominicÕs. 
I have been in close contact with the new headteacher, Mrs Jacqui 
Sollars, throughout my time here so that there will be a smoothtransition. 

I would like to wish you a happy and peaceful Christmas, andbest wishes for 2017. 

Mrs M Barnard, Interim Head Teacher 
www.st-dominics.gloucs.sch.uk 

Beaudesert Park School 
The autumn season 
has been a time of fun, 
learning and reflectionat Beaudesert this year. 
The Remembrance 
Day service hasalways been apoignant event. Year 8 
children read out the 
names of the 55 former 
pupils who losttheir lives in one 
of the World Wars. 
Remembrance Day alsoprompted the children to thinkand talk about the importanceof remembering our past,
and younger children createdpoppies in different ways in 
special art sessions. 
Autumn also saw the school 
hosting its ever popular annualAutumn Fair event. The event 
saw more than 30 stallholders 
showing and selling theirwares to a throng of shoppersand browsers. This year the 
proceeds will be split betweenScrubditch Care Farm near Cirencester, and ChildrenÕs Hospice 
South West. 
The school was also pleased to receive a prestigious newaccolade from the RFU (Rugby Football Union)s. The Old 
Mutual Wealth Kids First champions programme helps promote 
England RugbyÕs approach for 6-13 year olds, and recognises 
excellence and best practice in the way rugby is taught tochildren - fostering an environment for having fun, learning andbuilding confidence. In other rugby news, rugby is no longerjust for the boys! By popular demand, girlsÕ rugby is now on the 
sports timetable with a number of fixtures already lined up withother schools. 
Finally, the school recently hosted a nail-biting regional inter-
schools science quiz, and a Year 5 pupil was one of 21 girls to 
sing in an inaugural Evensong on Monday - the first time anall-girl choir has sung in Gloucester Cathedral choirÕs 475 year 
history. 
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Schools & Youth Schools & Youth 
Libby Cherry is a 17-yearold 
living in Nailsworth. Shemoved into town four years ago,
after having previously lived in atiny village that Òmakes Nailsworthlook like a bustling metropolis.Ó
Libby describes her new town asÔsubtly funkyÕ and would like to 
integrate with the community a


little more. 

She has been invited to write some book reviews in 
conjunction with the library. The Library has recently 
promoted a feature of Òreading through the agesÓ witha book for each decade. 

Libby offers to review those that have been 
recommended. She likes the idea of making classicsmore accessible to people of younger ages. 

ÒI know from my own experience and my siblingsthat often an intimidating title or an older publication

date can be enough to stop younger children picking upbooks that they would otherwise have highly enjoyed.Ó 

Her further writing makes a wonderful introductionto her eclectic style of penmanship and we expectmuch from her in the new year. Read on. 

ÒI think one of the first things that attracted my food-
obsessed family to move to Nailsworth, was not onlythe prospect of having a supermarket on our doorstep(the idea of buying food without embarking on apilgrimage was alien to us at the time), but also theNailsworth Market. 

Immediately my parents envisaged us living a sortof middle-class American Dream, living off the fat of 
the land, heaping wicker baskets with fresh produce,
before freewheeling Von Trapp-like up the hill to our 
house. 

The reality was somewhat different. Where Maria 
had made a song and dance, my parents made what canonly be described as a military offensive, swaddling us 
in hats and scarves and tightening sagging rucksackson to our backs. The panniers that had been crushed 
in the attic of our old house were dusted off and 
hastily strapped on to our bikes, leaving us inclinedat a dangerous angle that my dad dismissed simply asÔjauntyÕ. 

Although we only needed to roll about 200 yards tobe parked in front of the hot dog stand, the panniersÕsuicidal flinging of themselves into the middle of theroad opportunistically as a car approached, and thegeneral agony that emerged after wearing a helmet for 
10 seconds, made us abandon the bikes altogether andtake the rest of the journey, a little red-faced, on foot. 

Yet the whole enterprise was not to be written off 
just yet. Consoled with bapped sausage and bacon, wemarvelled how we had come to live somewhere where 
it was possible to buy not only regular eggs, but localturkey eggs that filled a whole palm. 

Somewhere Dad became so entranced that he boughta Victorian gardening implement that we, to this day, 
are slightly uncertain of its purpose. 

Whilst StroudÕs FarmerÕs Market may hold its own 
award-winning appeal, there is much to be said for thelocal market; surely there can be no greater satisfactionthan actually walking somewhere, and emerging, 
perhaps a tad greasy-lipped, with a Sunday roast inone hand and an oddly-contorted copper prong in theother.Ó 

AnnaÕs Christmas Tips! 

The twelve hacks to surviving the family Christmas - a teenagerÕs guide to make it 
through the holidays: 

1. 
Listen to as much Wham!, Mariah Carey and Slade as physically possible. 
2. 
Buy and wrap all of your presents at least a week before Christmas - if notlonger!
3. 
If a present doesnÕt quite meet your standards, smile 
and say Òthank you.Ó ItÕs the thought that counts! 
4. 
Take a deep breath and count to ten when it comes to 
the inevitable cheek kisses from stubbly uncles and 
aunts. 
5. 
Offer to help your stressed-out family as they attempt 
to stuff a turkey, hang up baubles and make four extra 
beds at once. 
6. 
Avoid swiping and scrolling at the dinner table whilst 
eating Christmas dinner (although one cheeky Instagram post is acceptable).
7. 
If things get too much, take a stroll through the wonderful winter wonderlandof Nailsworth, fully decked for the season.
8. 
Join in on the classic games (Charades, Guess Who, Monopoly etc), even if it 
is ÔlameÕ. 
9. 
Try not to act too disappointed if it doesnÕt snow. 
10. 
Remember your Ps and Qs! (For some unknown reason families like this).
11. 
PUT YOUR PHONE AWAY, ITÕS CHRISTMAS. 
12. 
Remember what Christmas really means to you and embrace that to have awonderful time! 
Anna OÕHara 
youth@nailsworthnews.org.uk 

Horsley C of E (Aided) Primary School 

In last monthÕs issue of the Nailsworth News we mentioned, very briefly, a 

newly bestowed award which we had only just received. We are now delighted to 
announce that we have been awarded a Silver Medal from the SainsburyÕs School 
Games Mark Award Scheme. 

This national high profile scheme was launched in 2012 to give recognition to 

schools which demonstrate a strong commitment to games and physical educationacross their school and in the wider 
community. When we applied for the 
award we were aiming for Bronze,
but due to the diverse range of sportsprovision we offer, along with our 
unfailing commitment to a range ofinter-school sports competitions, and 
the high levels of engagement fromthe children, we achieved Silver. 

Of the 8,000+ schools across the 
country who applied for the award,
we are one of just a few primaryschools in the area to have received 
this accolade! 

We will now be receiving a rather 

special certificate Ð which we will be

showcasing in the school foyer - andwe will also be able to display theSilver Medal logo on our letterheadand on the school website. It is 
undoubtedly a great achievementfor Horsley School. Receiving theaward is also a real testament to 
the leadership of Mrs. Gibson, Mr. 
Williams and the ongoing support 
of Mrs. Greig, the children and, of course, all the parent helpers who help to ferrychildren to and from sports events. We are now planning ahead so that we go on to 
achieve GOLD next year! 

Gary Price, Headteacher - www.horsley.gloucs.sch.uk 

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St. GeorgeÕs and Christ 
Church 
Dear friends, 
Once again, this was written just afterHalloween and the shops have alreadycleared out their usual stuff and now have 
all the Christmas things filling the aisles.
It wonÕt be long before most Christmas 
Trees are up. 
Some of the ÔChristmas Mince PiesÕ 
have a sell by date that expires beforeChristmas! 
We have already celebrated Nailsworth 
Noel É 
So, whatÕs left if it all began at the 
beginning of November, peaked towards 
the end and then the tinsel started to sagand the tree began dropping its needles. Itis a short step to wishing it was all over! 
Tinsel is great, trees 
are great, crackers arefantastic. But if we 
prepare for Christmastoo early, by the time 
it comes it has lost its 
magic and its meaning. 
If you want to makeit special and rememberwhat it is all about, youÕd be welcome at 
any of the Church events. See front page. 
Rev. Mike Smith 
836536 / mike.davica@sky.com 
Helene Grant, Minister, Christ Church 
07956 657759 
revhelenegrant@gmail.com 
Faith & Youth 
St. GeorgeÕs and Christ 
Church 
Dear friends, 
Once again, this was written just afterHalloween and the shops have alreadycleared out their usual stuff and now have 
all the Christmas things filling the aisles.
It wonÕt be long before most Christmas 
Trees are up. 
Some of the ÔChristmas Mince PiesÕ 
have a sell by date that expires beforeChristmas! 
We have already celebrated Nailsworth 
Noel É 
So, whatÕs left if it all began at the 
beginning of November, peaked towards 
the end and then the tinsel started to sagand the tree began dropping its needles. Itis a short step to wishing it was all over! 
Tinsel is great, trees 
are great, crackers arefantastic. But if we 
prepare for Christmastoo early, by the time 
it comes it has lost its 
magic and its meaning. 
If you want to makeit special and rememberwhat it is all about, youÕd be welcome at 
any of the Church events. See front page. 
Rev. Mike Smith 
836536 / mike.davica@sky.com 
Helene Grant, Minister, Christ Church 
07956 657759 
revhelenegrant@gmail.com 
Faith & Youth 
Churches Together 
in Nailsworth 

MAIN SUNDAY SERVICES 

11.00 am St George, Church St 
10.30 am Christ Church, 
Newmarket Road 
10.30 am QuakersÕ Meeting House, 
Chestnut Hill 

11.00 am Priory Church, Inchbrook 
Everyone welcome. 
ChildrenÕs activities 
included at all these services. 

Jasper continues his volunteering story É 

Volunteering with DofE has truly been an enlightening experience. 
Working at the Steppes in Nailsworth, delivering coffee, tea and 
biscuits and the elderly to church, I have been stuck by the kindnessand good nature of the Nailsworth community every step of the way. 

Today, as I joined other members of this town in a celebration of 
the late Gillian BreckenridgeÕs life, I am reminded of this, with the 
community banding together and showing off the talent and kind heart 
Nailsworth has to offer. 


Again, I have DofE to thank for helping me to engage with peoplethat I would have otherwise never met, with my friends reporting similar boons fromHorsley, Quedgley, Stroud and all over the county. 

In particular, one friend of mine chose to work in the library in Nailsworth, in doing so 
becoming one of the most well-read people I have the pleasure of knowing; if this isnÕt 
evident of the benefits DofE can bring, I donÕt know what is. 

From this, I can feel confident in the future generation of Nailsworth. So it is with greatenthusiasm that I prepare for the final stage of this adventure: Gold DofE. This program 

is the highest form of the award available, and promises to test candidates to their limits.
With me and my team packed and ready, we can only hope that gold will be as rewarding 
and enriching as silver has been. For myself, in the coming year, I will be ascending 
mountains, camping in the shadow of glaciers and pushing myself above and beyond mylimits. I could not be more excited! 

Jasper Newportyouth@nailsworthnews.org.uk 

I
I
tÕs rapidly approaching Christmas, and the year is disappearing in front of our eyes. 
Earlier on today, I came across a petition for our Prime Minister to close all shops on 
Boxing Day. 

Our little town is incredibly lucky with the shops we have to offer, and even luckier that 

the staff and owners give themselves time off during the festive period. 
For many young people, in part time jobs, myself included, Christmas often becomes aperiod of slave labour. Last year, I was in a job at a high street retailer, and I had to work 
Boxing Day, without any choice. There are lots of workers this year, who have to work 

days when the rest of us will be sat on the sofa, in warm clothes, watching films and

eating chocolate. 
I now work in hospitality- another industry that requires a lot ofwork over Christmas. IÕm hoping I donÕt have to work Boxing Day 
this year, as it really takes away the excitement of Christmas Day, 
knowing that you have to wake up and go to work the next day, whilst 
your family stay at home. 

Is it just retail trying to put money and profits over what really matters

to a normal person; making memories with those we love? It posesthe question of whether we really need shops open straight afterChristmas Day. Do people really need to go out and buy things? Or 
can we let our greed for sales and bargains rest until January, when 

full business commences again?

Madi Rhys-Daviesyouth@nailsworthnews.org.uk 


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Seasons Greetings from the Village 
Agent 

. . . as another year ends, and to remind you that I am still here to

help! 
My job is to provide older or disadvantaged people with easieraccess to information and services. This service is free and 

confidential. If you are over 50 years of age or you know

someone that is, I can help with many issues. Below I have listed 


just a few. 

Are you receiving all of the pensions and benefits

you are entitled to? 

Would you like a free home safety check from 
Gloucestershire Fire Service? 
Would you like to know more about adaptations to 

your home, which may help you cope better with disability? 
Are you feeling lonely and would like to meet other people? 
Would you like to help other people by volunteering for a local 


organisation? 
I can visit you at home or talk with you on the telephone, the 


Local 
number is 07810-630156. My working hours are 15 a week,
usually between Monday and Wednesday, so if I am not available 
when you ring, please leave a message giving your name andtelephone number and I will call you back as soon as possible 

I am also at the Library, Nailsworth, the first Monday of each 

month between 2.00 p.m. and 4.00 p.m. However January 2017 itwill be the second Monday of the month. 

Aileen Bendall / 07810 630156
Village Agent for Nailsworth and surrounding areas. 


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Where muscular imbalances can be caused by sedentaryPilates for Sport - Elizabeth Williams lifestyles or by activities like sitting at a desk all day, sportsmen 
and women can create imbalances by repeatedly performing a 

What do Tiger Woods, Bradley Wiggins, Jess Ennis-Hill 

move, for example throwing a javelin or swinging a golf club. A

and Andy Murray have in common? They have all incorporated 

tackle on the rugby pitch might cause a player to suffer an acute 

Pilates into their training regimes in order to improve sports 

injury, but muscular imbalances can lead to chronic injuries which 

performance, assist in injury prevention and aid injury recovery. 

for many are harder to understand. Pilates works to re-dress

It has long been realised amongst elite sports coaches that 

muscular imbalances caused by poor body mechanics which lead to

the science behind Pilates really does make sense. An exercise 

these chronic injuries and for the athlete ÔweakerÕ sides or opposing 

regime that prevents injury by increasing strength of stabilising 

muscle groups can be equally strengthened and lengthened.

muscles will mean less strain on the joints. Core 


Injuries from sport may be irritating,

stability is fundamental to the Pilates method 

but they can also have long lasting health

and a stronger core means a more stable spine. 

implications. Many casual sports men and

Muscles that are flexible are less likely to be pulled 

women are looking to Pilates classes to

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Business & Local Business & Local 
Lloyds Bank in Nailsworth to 
Close on 29th March 2017 

This will leave many small traders wonderingwhere they will go to pay in their takings, getchange and cash. 

Many account holders received a letter onThursday 17th November giving no informationexcept that the branch was closing. 

Shockingly the lovely Nailsworth branch staff 
were only told the day before and were stillreeling from the worry about their jobs whencustomers came in asking for information aboutthe closure. 

The nearest Lloyds branch will be Rowcroftin Stroud Ð not so convenient if you have abusiness open six days a week. This is an extra 
worry that traders could do without, so the Town 
Council has been asking around to see how bestto cope with this. ItÕs not good news. Lloydspersonal banking customers can still pay in cashand cheques via the Post Office at the back ofTescos on Old Market. 

Lloyds business customers will have to go toStroud for this service. You can get change from

the Post Office, but you have to make a special

application to do so. WeÕre not sure where to 
get these applications yet, but suggest asking at

Lloyds first and to get your application in early. 

When the Town Council asked the veryhelpful Post Office staff about the closure theywere confident they will be able to deal with aninflux of Lloyds bank personal customers doingtheir business via the Post Office. 

The Town Council is shocked at the 
shortsightedness of Lloyds who willundoubtedly lose customers through this moveand will no doubt be bringing this up withLloyds and our MP. 

NTC 

Stroud District Council 

Cllr Norman Kay Ð 833458 -cllr.norman.kay @stroud.gov.uk
Cllr Sue Reed Ð 833472 - cllr.sue.reed@stroud.gov.uk
Cllr Steve Robinson Ð 834270 - cllr.steve.robinson@stroud.gov.uk 


As District Councillors we fully supported the recent successful referendum tobuild 10 rented dwellings at Lawnside for Nailsworth residents. These propertieswill be built by Nailsworth Community Land Trust. 

We have been working with officers for the best outcome for the replacement ofsheltered housing in Nailsworth when Ringfield Close and Tanners Piece are taken 
out of service. When the plans are available our Town Mayor will organise a publicmeeting for all to view them and make comment. 

All residents should now have received their new refuse and food waste bins. 
There were, as with any new service, some teething troubles, but hopefully these will

now have been resolved. One positive fact is that in the first week 71 tons of food

waste was collected in the Stroud District area and sent to the anaerobic digester.
Please remember that food bins do not need to be lined with biodegradable bagsbecause they take too long to break down. Ordinary plastic bin bags can be used asthere is a ripper on the digester which takes the bags off to be recycled. 

We have just marked the passing of two world wars and the enormous sacrificesmade by men, women and children to secure our future. 

Whilst our times are very different from those of our grandparents, we are oftenreminded of their daily sayings when recycling card, paper and food waste Ð Ôwastenot, want notÕ and Ômake do and mendÕ. Nailsworth residents were famous for their 
recycling, building materials were reused, textiles were made into mattresses andcardboard was made into insoles for shoes. 

We are entering difficult economic times and we will experience increases in ourbills, economic cuts and loss of our assets. Whether it is roads, food, fuel, care or 
transport, how can we best share limited resources to help each other in our town?
Our future will demand many positive actions and changes to everyday life. So let us 
think of the positive actions of our forefathers and look towards caring for each other. 

We wish all the residents of Nailsworth a joyful Christmas and a peaceful New Year. 


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STORYTELLING 
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CHRISTMAS AT RUSKIN MILL 
The events below are free and no booking is necessary. All welcome 
Advent Spiral Sunday 27 November 4pm 
Christmas Market Saturday 3 December 10am~4pm Soap, wreath & candle making workshops 
ChildrenÕs storytelling 11am, 1pm, 3pm (free). Mince pies and hot punch! 
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CharityCharity
Best for Ben 
Local dad of two, Ben Wernham was enjoying a family holiday inCyprus in April when he sustained life-changing injuries whilst playing 
in the swimming poolwith his children. He 
broke his neck in three 
places and as a result,
suffered a massive 
amount of damage tohis spinal cord. 
After being flownfrom Cyprus toGloucester RoyalHospital, he wastransferred to a spinalunit in Salisbury wherehe is currently beingcared for. Ben is now 
coming to terms with living his life as a tetraplegic (the complete orpartial loss of use of all the limbs and torso) and, after numerous chestinfections and months on a ventilator, he is able to breathe by himself 
and spend time in a specialised wheelchair most days. 
Desperate to have Ben home, his family and friends started theÔBest for BenÕ campaign, which, thanks to the overwhelming support 
from local people and businesses has so far raised over £74K towardsmaking the house accessible for him and the specialised care he needsto be able return to his home in Avening, where his partner, Ella, has 
lived all her life. Ella would like to thank everyone who has donated,
shared BenÕs story and offered support so far. A big thank you to C2 
Hair Design who raised £1,100 at their fundraising event in November, 
also all those who have collection tins at the tills, including Morrisons,
Pulp, The Olive Tree and Personal Best, Peter Joy who paid for 100 
t-shirts, Autobody Tech in Inchbrook who has been keeping EllaÕs car 
on the road for free so she can do the four hour round trip to see Ben,
and Claire Francis Hair Design for its continued support. For morenews and events, visit their Facebook page : 
www.facebook.com/best4ben 
The family will be spending Christmas together in Salisbury thisyear, but with your help we can make sure that in future Ben is able 
to spend Christmas with his wife and children in their own home. To 
make a donation, go to 
www.gogetfunding.com/best4ben 
Bedtime Stories for Grown-Ups 
Ben HoldenÕs ÔBedtime Stories for Grown-UpsÕ is published 
in support of Nailsworth-based charity, Readathon. Now 
Readathon and Ben have taken over the window display 
at The Yellow-Lighted Bookshop in Nailsworth, which 
also hosted a launch in celebration of BenÕs book earlier in 
November. 
Following the success of ÔPoems That Make Grown 
Men CryÕ, BenÕs latest anthology is the ultimate bedside 
book featuring the works of legends from Shakespeare andDickens to Nora Ephron, Leonard Cohen and ReadathonÕs 
first chair, Roald Dahl. 
The collection 
explores the science ofsleep and is based ona belief that a bedtime 
story should be partof your daily routine,
whatever your age.
Readathon has been 
giving schools thetools and motivation 
to read for fun throughits sponsored read formore than 30 years.
Funds are raised to 
bring books and storytellers to children in all 30 of the UKÕs 
main childrenÕs hospitals.
Ben decided to support Readathon after seeing it in actionfirsthand. ÒReadathonÕs ingenious loop of getting kids 
reading in schools, in order to fund brand new books andstoryteller visits for hospitalised children É well, words(for once) are not enough to express my admiration. I can,
however, vouch for the transformative nature of their work, 
having visited the wards with their amazing team,Ó he said.
ReadathonÕs Chief Executive, Justine Daniels said, 
ÒBenÕs decision to champion us is a fantastic accolade and 
weÕre also thrilled that The Yellow-Lighted Bookshop was 
keen to host a launch and lend us their window.Ó 
Photo - Justine Daniels with author Ben Holden at the Yellow-Lighted 
Bookshop 
Welch, Jane McDonald & Gina Beck and help us to build a brighter 
future for animals in need. To book your tickets and for full details 
visit www.cdch.org.uk or call 01453 890014. 

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Christmas Carols with performances from Lisa Maxwell, Denise 
the Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home 
A Cotswolds Christmas Celebration in aid of 
RSPCA South Cotswolds 
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Join us in the beautiful St MaryÕs Church, 
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Emmaus, MarketStreet 
Emmaus Gloucestershire is a homelessness 
charity providing a home and meaningfulwork to 30 people who have experiencedhomelessness and social exclusion. 
Living in a stable environment with theopportunity to work helps the companions, asresidents are known, to regain lost self-esteemand the confidence to get back on their feet.
This shop is the longest-standing of the fourand has established a reputation for quality, low 
prices and friendly service. ItÕs biggest seller 
is bric-a-brac and venture to the back of the 
shop and youÕll also find a good selection oftoys, childrenÕs clothing, jewellery and a pocket 
money corner with items for under 50p. 
In the run up to this Christmas it will bepromoting itÕs selection of evening wear for all 
your Christmas parties as well as a selectionof unique lucky dip/secret santa presents forunder a fiver. For up-cycled pre-loved furniture, 
you can also visit the Emmaus Restore shopopposite which is also run by companions andvolunteers. 
Judy Wheeler, shop manager said, ÒThis 
Christmas, we will be dressing our shopwindow with a homelessness theme and we are 
also supporting a sleep-out in Cheltenham on3rd December to raise awareness and to changethe way homeless people are treated.Ó 
Monies collected from the shop goes directlyto the welfare and living expenses of thecompanions, but Emmaus also helps in otherways. Judy said, ÒWhen people come into theshop who have been made homeless, weÕll givethem warm clothing and link them up with therelevant organisations. 
People can donate items for the Foodbankhere and also soup runs go out everyWednesday in Gloucester, run by the 
companions. We are incredibly grateful for 
all the support we receive from people inNailsworth and this Christmas weÕd also like 
to encourage people to donate hats, gloves,
scarves, sleeping bags, socks, underwear andfootwear which we 
can pass on to peoplesleeping on thestreets. We also need 
more donations of 
good quality clothingin the shop to help uscontinue our workÓ. 
Open: Mon-Sat10am-5pm. 
01453 835036 / www.
emmaus.org.uk/
gloucestershire 
More of us than ever are doing at least some of our Christmasshopping in charity shops, not only to keep the budget down butwith the added satisfaction of giving a gift both to a friend or lovedone, and to a charity to improve someone elseÕs life. 
Christmas in particular is a time we traditionally think of others, so thismonth we visit our Nailsworth charity shops to find out whatÕs on offer this 
Christmas, who they support and what you can do to help.
Whether itÕs a vintage necklace for your sister, retro board game that your 
child would love, or that perfect outfit for a Christmas party, our townÕs 
charity shops are treasure troves just waiting to be explored. 
Nailsworth Foodbank and Furniture Bank 
The Foodbank operates all year round in Nailsworth and offers food, toiletries 
and household supplies for anyone in crisis as well as signposting and support attheir drop-ins to help people find a way to escape their crisis. 
Each Christmas it givesout extra food to referral 
families which includes a 
bag of normal food and a bagof ÔChristmas treatsÕ so any 
extra donations of specialseasonal food would be much 
appreciated. 
There is a food drop pointin the Nailsworth 
Co-Op. Nailsworth is a delivery only Foodbank and canbe contacted on 
01453 367077 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. 
For more information visit www.strouddistrict. 
foodbank.org.uk. 
The Foodbank also works closely with Stroud DistrictFurniture Bank, who provide low cost furniture andwhite goods to those in need and help encourage peopleaway from going to payday lenders. 
Last year, December was one of the Furniture BankÕs 
busiest months and it is expecting even more demandthis year, particularly for beds, chests of drawers, tables 
and chairs. It offers a free furniture and fridge/freezer collection service and for a 
small charge can do a complete house clearance. 
To organise a collection, call 01453 367260 or email 
info@strouddistrictfurniturebank.org.ukwww.strouddistrictfurniturebank.org.uk 
Phil, Graham, Saffy & Paul 
Manager Jo Mansell 
David, Keelan 
Dave Cox 
Tom Cooper 
And remember to Gift Aid it! Many charity retail shops and chains claimGift Aid arising from the sale of donated goods, as well as cash donations. 
This scheme allows them to claim an extra 25p for every £1 a Gift-
Aided donation raises. Participants will need to give their contact details to thecharity shop when they make a donation. When the goods have been sold, they 
will be notified how much they have helped to raise for charity. Ask the staff for 
details when you pop in. 
Break, Fountain Street 
Break is the only charity shop in Nailsworthwhose work primarily supports disadvantagedor disabled children and young people, andtheir families/carers. 
Founded in East Anglia, there are 17 Break 
charity shops in the South-West supporting 
local charities such as CHICKS in Cheltenham 
(www.chicks.org.uk), which provides free 
respite breaks to disadvantaged youngsters. At 
Christmas, BreakÕs ÔMoving OnÕ team, based 
in East Anglia, collects donations of food for 
Christmas parcels and a Christmas meal foryoung people now living independently. 
Currently the Break Nailsworth shop isrunning a seasonal raffle, which will be drawnthe week before Christmas - just pop in tobuy a ticket and you could win a Christmashamper. You can also support Break by buying 
their charity Christmas cards, either from theshop or from their website. 
Manager Wanda Martin 
said, ÒWe pride ourselves on 
selling good quality donatedgoods at affordable prices and 
we operate a recycling system,
so every donation is put togood use. However, due to our 
location on a busy road we dostruggle to get donations. We really need goods such 
as clothing, footwear, books and toys; we also take 
smaller electrical items, cookware, houseware, music 
and DVDs, jewellery, vintage items and small items of 
furniture.Ó 
If you would like to donate, there is usually parkingopposite the shop on Fountain Street or you can pullover and a member of staff is always on hand to help 
you. 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm and Sun 10am-3pm.
01453 835959 / www.break-charity.org 
ÔTis the season to É think of others 
Jean Walker and Christmas hamper 
Longfield, Fountain Street 
Longfield (formerly Cotswold CareHospice) helps people in Gloucestershirewith a wide range of life-limiting illnesses toenjoy a better quality of life. From diagnosisonwards, they can get counselling, practicaladvice on dealing with their symptoms, andcomplementary therapy and art for health toimprove their wellbeing. 
The charity also supports families andcarers, whose lives can be so profoundlyaffected by looking after a loved one, and 
provides a round-the-clock ÔHospice atHomeÕ service to support those who have 
made the decision to die at home. 
At the Nailsworth Longfield shop inFountain Street you can buy traditionalChristmas cards and choose from a wide 
range of Christmas gift ideas, includingquirky gift ideas for those people in yourlife who are difficult to buy for. YouÕll also find a selection of ladiesÕand menÕs clothing, suitable for the season, and with a particular focus 
on evening wear. Dean Cowley from Longfield said, ÒSecond-hand 
certainly doesnÕt mean second rate. What could be better than getting 
a real Christmas bargain and, in the process, helping people who really 
need support? The other way to support us is through donating those things you no longer need, or have space to 
accommodate. Bring in any quality clothing, unwanted gifts, electrical items or even old mobile phones and we canturn them into money to pay for our work. So bag yourself a bargain, and leave in the knowledge that you will have 
made somebody elseÕs Christmas that little bit merrier too.Ó 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm 01453 836901 / www.longfield.org.uk 
The Cotswolds Dogs and CatsHome (RSPCA), Market Street 
Christmas is a time we spend feeling safe withfamily and friends, but sadly this isnÕt always 
the case for animals who are often neglected orabandoned during the festive season. 
The newly built Cotswolds Dogs and CatsHome (located on the A38 near Slimbridge) will 
ensure that no homeless or vulnerable animal in 
our community is without a safe place. Nailsworthshoppers may or may not be aware that the shopwas recently rebranded to The Cotswolds Dogs and 
Cats Home, but still sits under the RSPCA South 
Cotswolds Branch banner. All funds raised through 
the Nailsworth shop go towards supporting the newlyopened home and supporting the most vulnerableanimals in our local community. 
In the Nailsworth shop, youÕll find mainly clothes,
shoes, bric-a-brac, jewellery, toys and books. Deputy 
shop manager Mary McLaren said, ÒWe know more 
and more people are relying on charity shops forChristmas presents as they canÕt afford to buy new 
and, with a little bit of imagination, you can be muchmore creative when you buy second-hand.Ó 
Shop manager Kathryn Komarnyckyj said, ÒIn the run up to Christmas, weÕreasking for donations of good quality, saleable items and Ôas newÕ potential gifts 
such as unused toiletry sets, ornaments and jewellery. Your donations make a 
huge difference to local animal welfare. We are also currently putting together a 
regular donation campaign asking people to sign up to low levels of giving, £3 
or £5 a month, which donated over the course of a year will help feed a dog orcat for a month and provide them with comfortable, warm bedding.Ó 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. 01453 835814 / www.cdch.org.uk 
Sue Lettis and KathrynKomarnyckyj (manager) 
Research and 
words byJemma Kilyon 
PhotographsbyMartin Stone 
Jean Hazel and Kay Goff (manager) 
Emmaus, MarketStreet 
Emmaus Gloucestershire is a homelessness 
charity providing a home and meaningfulwork to 30 people who have experiencedhomelessness and social exclusion. 
Living in a stable environment with theopportunity to work helps the companions, asresidents are known, to regain lost self-esteemand the confidence to get back on their feet.
This shop is the longest-standing of the fourand has established a reputation for quality, low 
prices and friendly service. ItÕs biggest seller 
is bric-a-brac and venture to the back of the 
shop and youÕll also find a good selection oftoys, childrenÕs clothing, jewellery and a pocket 
money corner with items for under 50p. 
In the run up to this Christmas it will bepromoting itÕs selection of evening wear for all 
your Christmas parties as well as a selectionof unique lucky dip/secret santa presents forunder a fiver. For up-cycled pre-loved furniture, 
you can also visit the Emmaus Restore shopopposite which is also run by companions andvolunteers. 
Judy Wheeler, shop manager said, ÒThis 
Christmas, we will be dressing our shopwindow with a homelessness theme and we are 
also supporting a sleep-out in Cheltenham on3rd December to raise awareness and to changethe way homeless people are treated.Ó 
Monies collected from the shop goes directlyto the welfare and living expenses of thecompanions, but Emmaus also helps in otherways. Judy said, ÒWhen people come into theshop who have been made homeless, weÕll givethem warm clothing and link them up with therelevant organisations. 
People can donate items for the Foodbankhere and also soup runs go out everyWednesday in Gloucester, run by the 
companions. We are incredibly grateful for 
all the support we receive from people inNailsworth and this Christmas weÕd also like 
to encourage people to donate hats, gloves,
scarves, sleeping bags, socks, underwear andfootwear which we 
can pass on to peoplesleeping on thestreets. We also need 
more donations of 
good quality clothingin the shop to help uscontinue our workÓ. 
Open: Mon-Sat10am-5pm. 
01453 835036 / www.
emmaus.org.uk/
gloucestershire 
More of us than ever are doing at least some of our Christmasshopping in charity shops, not only to keep the budget down butwith the added satisfaction of giving a gift both to a friend or lovedone, and to a charity to improve someone elseÕs life. 
Christmas in particular is a time we traditionally think of others, so thismonth we visit our Nailsworth charity shops to find out whatÕs on offer this 
Christmas, who they support and what you can do to help.
Whether itÕs a vintage necklace for your sister, retro board game that your 
child would love, or that perfect outfit for a Christmas party, our townÕs 
charity shops are treasure troves just waiting to be explored. 
Nailsworth Foodbank and Furniture Bank 
The Foodbank operates all year round in Nailsworth and offers food, toiletries 
and household supplies for anyone in crisis as well as signposting and support attheir drop-ins to help people find a way to escape their crisis. 
Each Christmas it givesout extra food to referral 
families which includes a 
bag of normal food and a bagof ÔChristmas treatsÕ so any 
extra donations of specialseasonal food would be much 
appreciated. 
There is a food drop pointin the Nailsworth 
Co-Op. Nailsworth is a delivery only Foodbank and canbe contacted on 
01453 367077 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. 
For more information visit www.strouddistrict. 
foodbank.org.uk. 
The Foodbank also works closely with Stroud DistrictFurniture Bank, who provide low cost furniture andwhite goods to those in need and help encourage peopleaway from going to payday lenders. 
Last year, December was one of the Furniture BankÕs 
busiest months and it is expecting even more demandthis year, particularly for beds, chests of drawers, tables 
and chairs. It offers a free furniture and fridge/freezer collection service and for a 
small charge can do a complete house clearance. 
To organise a collection, call 01453 367260 or email 
info@strouddistrictfurniturebank.org.ukwww.strouddistrictfurniturebank.org.uk 
Phil, Graham, Saffy & Paul 
Manager Jo Mansell 
David, Keelan 
Dave Cox 
Tom Cooper 
And remember to Gift Aid it! Many charity retail shops and chains claimGift Aid arising from the sale of donated goods, as well as cash donations. 
This scheme allows them to claim an extra 25p for every £1 a Gift-
Aided donation raises. Participants will need to give their contact details to thecharity shop when they make a donation. When the goods have been sold, they 
will be notified how much they have helped to raise for charity. Ask the staff for 
details when you pop in. 
Break, Fountain Street 
Break is the only charity shop in Nailsworthwhose work primarily supports disadvantagedor disabled children and young people, andtheir families/carers. 
Founded in East Anglia, there are 17 Break 
charity shops in the South-West supporting 
local charities such as CHICKS in Cheltenham 
(www.chicks.org.uk), which provides free 
respite breaks to disadvantaged youngsters. At 
Christmas, BreakÕs ÔMoving OnÕ team, based 
in East Anglia, collects donations of food for 
Christmas parcels and a Christmas meal foryoung people now living independently. 
Currently the Break Nailsworth shop isrunning a seasonal raffle, which will be drawnthe week before Christmas - just pop in tobuy a ticket and you could win a Christmashamper. You can also support Break by buying 
their charity Christmas cards, either from theshop or from their website. 
Manager Wanda Martin 
said, ÒWe pride ourselves on 
selling good quality donatedgoods at affordable prices and 
we operate a recycling system,
so every donation is put togood use. However, due to our 
location on a busy road we dostruggle to get donations. We really need goods such 
as clothing, footwear, books and toys; we also take 
smaller electrical items, cookware, houseware, music 
and DVDs, jewellery, vintage items and small items of 
furniture.Ó 
If you would like to donate, there is usually parkingopposite the shop on Fountain Street or you can pullover and a member of staff is always on hand to help 
you. 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm and Sun 10am-3pm.
01453 835959 / www.break-charity.org 
ÔTis the season to É think of others 
Jean Walker and Christmas hamper 
Longfield, Fountain Street 
Longfield (formerly Cotswold CareHospice) helps people in Gloucestershirewith a wide range of life-limiting illnesses toenjoy a better quality of life. From diagnosisonwards, they can get counselling, practicaladvice on dealing with their symptoms, andcomplementary therapy and art for health toimprove their wellbeing. 
The charity also supports families andcarers, whose lives can be so profoundlyaffected by looking after a loved one, and 
provides a round-the-clock ÔHospice atHomeÕ service to support those who have 
made the decision to die at home. 
At the Nailsworth Longfield shop inFountain Street you can buy traditionalChristmas cards and choose from a wide 
range of Christmas gift ideas, includingquirky gift ideas for those people in yourlife who are difficult to buy for. YouÕll also find a selection of ladiesÕand menÕs clothing, suitable for the season, and with a particular focus 
on evening wear. Dean Cowley from Longfield said, ÒSecond-hand 
certainly doesnÕt mean second rate. What could be better than getting 
a real Christmas bargain and, in the process, helping people who really 
need support? The other way to support us is through donating those things you no longer need, or have space to 
accommodate. Bring in any quality clothing, unwanted gifts, electrical items or even old mobile phones and we canturn them into money to pay for our work. So bag yourself a bargain, and leave in the knowledge that you will have 
made somebody elseÕs Christmas that little bit merrier too.Ó 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm 01453 836901 / www.longfield.org.uk 
The Cotswolds Dogs and CatsHome (RSPCA), Market Street 
Christmas is a time we spend feeling safe withfamily and friends, but sadly this isnÕt always 
the case for animals who are often neglected orabandoned during the festive season. 
The newly built Cotswolds Dogs and CatsHome (located on the A38 near Slimbridge) will 
ensure that no homeless or vulnerable animal in 
our community is without a safe place. Nailsworthshoppers may or may not be aware that the shopwas recently rebranded to The Cotswolds Dogs and 
Cats Home, but still sits under the RSPCA South 
Cotswolds Branch banner. All funds raised through 
the Nailsworth shop go towards supporting the newlyopened home and supporting the most vulnerableanimals in our local community. 
In the Nailsworth shop, youÕll find mainly clothes,
shoes, bric-a-brac, jewellery, toys and books. Deputy 
shop manager Mary McLaren said, ÒWe know more 
and more people are relying on charity shops forChristmas presents as they canÕt afford to buy new 
and, with a little bit of imagination, you can be muchmore creative when you buy second-hand.Ó 
Shop manager Kathryn Komarnyckyj said, ÒIn the run up to Christmas, weÕreasking for donations of good quality, saleable items and Ôas newÕ potential gifts 
such as unused toiletry sets, ornaments and jewellery. Your donations make a 
huge difference to local animal welfare. We are also currently putting together a 
regular donation campaign asking people to sign up to low levels of giving, £3 
or £5 a month, which donated over the course of a year will help feed a dog orcat for a month and provide them with comfortable, warm bedding.Ó 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. 01453 835814 / www.cdch.org.uk 
Sue Lettis and KathrynKomarnyckyj (manager) 
Research and 
words byJemma Kilyon 
PhotographsbyMartin Stone 
Jean Hazel and Kay Goff (manager) 
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Events Events 
Tell Tales 
A new Nailsworth writing group is being formed as a 
section within the Nailsworth Society family and will beknown as ÔTell TalesÕ. 
Meetings of the group will provide opportunities formembers to show off their talent, discuss ideas and 
enhance their writing skills. Every so often it is plannedto put on presentations of work to the wider public Ð
hence the name Ð and who knows, fame (and fortune?)
may well emerge. 
The next meeting of the group isdue to be held on 12th December, 
and anyone interested in joiningshould contact: 
Tony Anhoury on 834927tony.anhoury@hotmail.com 
Forest Green Residents 
Association 
Would like to invite the Children of Forest Green to a 
Magical Christmas party 
Arkell Community CentreSunday 18th December2pm-4.30pm 
Not got a ticket? It may not be too late,
contact 833415. 
Roll up, Roll upfor the AmazingÔSchool of LarksÕ 
Nailsworth SubscriptionRooms 
One of the many workshopsand regular classes held atthe Subscription Rooms inNailsworth includes circus 
skills. It is run by a group ofyoung performers, teachersand yoga practitioners who allbelieve in bringing circus artsto the more rural areas. 
Classes, workshops andcircus and arts trainingsessions include aerial trapeze,
juggling, silks, hoops andrope, hula hooping, acrobaticsand unicycling. 
The many benefits of these classes include co-ordination, strength,
flexibility, self control and team building. It also helps improve self esteem 
and general health and fitness. 
The School of Larks is funded by sports England and the Arts Council 
and as well as classes and workshops. It also holds Birthday parties forchildren and adults; workshops at events, festivals and village fetes andFamily Circus sessions. 
For more information on this and other activities at Nailsworth 
Subscription Rooms please contact Alice on: 
schooloflarks@gmail.com / www.schooloflarks.comwww.nailsworthsubrooms.org.uk 
Trenchcoats for GoalpostsChristmas Truce 1914 

Following last yearÕs overwhelming response in Stroud, Spaniel In 

The Works Theatre Company and Stroud Football Poets debuts here in 

town on 10th December at The Comrades Club. 

This compelling ninety minute show in ÔTheatre, Poetry, Live Music 
and SongÕ recounts a famous moment from the First World War. 

Inspired by local stories and memories, the show is based on the real

lives of two brave Forest Green Rovers players (Ernie Beale and Harry

Watts) who set off from Nailsworth for the front line. Harry Watts, who 

survived the Great War, was actually a regular at the Comrades Club on 

his safe return. Be transported in theatre, spoken word, live music and 

song to No ManÕs Land in a moving and often funny re-creation of the 

1914 Christmas Truce. 

Stroud Football Poet Crispin told Nailsworth News, ÒBased around an incredible moment in history, itÕs one of the most moving 

pieces I have ever been involved in, taking you from tears to laughter and back again. A bit like watching Forest Green Rovers at the 

moment as they try again to get back into the football league! Ó 

ÒIn authentic 1914 garb, with tinsel for barbed wire and an ancient football they turn the venue into Flanders field É brilliant!Ó was 

recently overheard. 
Saturday 10th December 8pm at Comrades Club, NailsworthTickets £10 from Shiny Goodness and The Comrades Club, Nailsworthor online from: www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk 


Nailsworth Podiatry 


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Foot clinic at 
Price's Mill Surgery 


lucydavey.org.uk 
enquiries 
07847 780783 
appointments 
01453 832424 
Experts in Selling & Letting Property 
T: 01453 833366 
E: nailsworth@parkersproperties.co.uk 
www.parkersproperties.co.uk 
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01453 882079 / 07932 676121 



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HORSFALL HOUSE Windmill Road, Minchinhampton, Stroud, Glos GL6 9EY Registered Charity No: 287479 
A Purpose-built Nursing Home, 
Day Resource Centre and Home Care Provider 
The Local Care Home for Local Older People 
Home Care Services 
.Professional Help with Personal Care 
.Domestic Tasks 
.Meals on Wheels 
Day Centre Including Optional Transport 
.Home cooked lunch plus teas/coffees 
.Entertainment, Activities and Day Trips 
.Chiropody & Hairdressing, Assisted Bathing 
Care Home providing General & Dementia Nursing Care 
.Registered Nurses on duty 24 hours a day 
.Care Assistants trained to NVQ levels 2 & 3 in Care 
.Respite support occasionally available 
Informal visits welcome. For further information, please telephone: 01453 731227 or visit http://www.horsfallhouse.co.uk/ 
Patron: HRH The Princess Royal 
1/2m outside Bisley, behind Murco garage 01452 770629 
enquiries@greenshopgroup.co.uk - www.greenshopgroup.co.uk 
sustainable 
energy 
stoves & fuel 
rainwater 
harvesting 
natural paint 
ethical products 
GREENSH O P 
All You Need For Ethical Living 
At the 
John QuinnPlumbing & Heating 
ÒComplete Bathroom SpecialistÓ 
Over 30 years experienceNo VAT charges 
Tel: 01453 836118 
Mobile: 07807 882757 
Nailsworth Film Club 
¥ Friday 9th December, ÔRed DogÕ, film starts8pm, The Arkell Centre, over 18s only.
¥ Friday 6th January, ÔMacbethÕ, film starts 
8pm, The Arkell Centre, over 18s only. 
¥ Friday 27th January, ÔLove and FriendshipÕ, film starts 8pm, The 
Arkell Centre, over 18s only. 
details on www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk 
Charity and Events 
Saturday 7th January, 10.15am 
101 Dalmations 
Orignal Disney Animated VersionFree lunch for children - Adults £2.50 
Children to be accompanied by an adultSupported by Nailsworth Rotary Club 
Architectural StonemasonryRestoration, Conservation & New Build 
Dry Stone WallingLandscaping 
www.bidmeadstone.co.uk 
M. 07800 560448 / T. 01453 882648 
An enormous thanks 
from all the donkeys É 
The recent Promises Auction at The 
George raised an incredible sum in excess 
of £800. 
Thank you so much to all those whodonated Lots and to those who came and 
made the whole evening such a wonderfulsuccess. The money raised will continue 
to go for the upkeep of the donkeys andespecially to Mags and her ongoing vetsbills. 
FB: Nailsworth Donkey Sanctuary. 
RSPCA 
Charity Chatter 
This handsome chap is calledSparky although his officialname is Spartacus Smith. Heis almost a year old and is aBerger Picard - a French cattle 
herding dog which is an ancientRoman breed and Sparky is one of about 35 inthe UK. 
Living at home in Nailsworth he is firmly putin his place by his 2 rescue cats who are verymuch in charge. 
The Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home inCambridge near Dursley is now open and ifyou would like to enquire about re-homing ananimal please contact us or visit our websitewww.cotswoldsdogsandcatshome.org.uk 
Repair Cafe success, another onesoon! 
The Nailsworth Repair Cafe success rate is constantlyan impressive 80% of items brought in being fixed! 
These would all otherwise be thrown into landfill. 
The skilled volunteers enjoy fixing a range of itemsfrom lamps to radios, wobbly shears to clothes needing apatch. 
At present there are only four such sessions a year, but 
if more volunteer repairers join the pool, sessions couldbe held more often. This would mean fewer items thrown 
away and a bigger hole in the landfill mountain. 
Are there any repairers who might be interested inthis very worthwhile project? Hearing the joy of thosewalking away with something usable, often of sentimentalvalue, that has been saved from the tip is its own reward.
The Repair Cafe sessions are also very pleasant, socialoccasions with drinks and cake while your item is beingmended. 
The next repair cafe will be on: 
Sunday 8th January 2017, 10.30am Ð 4.00pmNailsworth Community Workshops, Sub Rooms, 
(Donations greatly appreciated for project funds).
To book a repair slot: call Paul Hofman834774, or email; paulkhofman@me.com,
or book on line: www.bookwhen.com/nrc 
HORSFALL HOUSE Windmill Road, Minchinhampton, Stroud, Glos GL6 9EY Registered Charity No: 287479 
A Purpose-built Nursing Home, 
Day Resource Centre and Home Care Provider 
The Local Care Home for Local Older People 
Home Care Services 
.Professional Help with Personal Care 
.Domestic Tasks 
.Meals on Wheels 
Day Centre Including Optional Transport 
.Home cooked lunch plus teas/coffees 
.Entertainment, Activities and Day Trips 
.Chiropody & Hairdressing, Assisted Bathing 
Care Home providing General & Dementia Nursing Care 
.Registered Nurses on duty 24 hours a day 
.Care Assistants trained to NVQ levels 2 & 3 in Care 
.Respite support occasionally available 
Informal visits welcome. For further information, please telephone: 01453 731227 or visit http://www.horsfallhouse.co.uk/ 
Patron: HRH The Princess Royal 
1/2m outside Bisley, behind Murco garage 01452 770629 
enquiries@greenshopgroup.co.uk - www.greenshopgroup.co.uk 
sustainable 
energy 
stoves & fuel 
rainwater 
harvesting 
natural paint 
ethical products 
GREENSH O P 
All You Need For Ethical Living 
At the 
John QuinnPlumbing & Heating 
ÒComplete Bathroom SpecialistÓ 
Over 30 years experienceNo VAT charges 
Tel: 01453 836118 
Mobile: 07807 882757 
Nailsworth Film Club 
¥ Friday 9th December, ÔRed DogÕ, film starts8pm, The Arkell Centre, over 18s only.
¥ Friday 6th January, ÔMacbethÕ, film starts 
8pm, The Arkell Centre, over 18s only. 
¥ Friday 27th January, ÔLove and FriendshipÕ, film starts 8pm, The 
Arkell Centre, over 18s only. 
details on www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk 
Charity and Events 
Saturday 7th January, 10.15am 
101 Dalmations 
Orignal Disney Animated VersionFree lunch for children - Adults £2.50 
Children to be accompanied by an adultSupported by Nailsworth Rotary Club 
Architectural StonemasonryRestoration, Conservation & New Build 
Dry Stone WallingLandscaping 
www.bidmeadstone.co.uk 
M. 07800 560448 / T. 01453 882648 
An enormous thanks 
from all the donkeys É 
The recent Promises Auction at The 
George raised an incredible sum in excess 
of £800. 
Thank you so much to all those whodonated Lots and to those who came and 
made the whole evening such a wonderfulsuccess. The money raised will continue 
to go for the upkeep of the donkeys andespecially to Mags and her ongoing vetsbills. 
FB: Nailsworth Donkey Sanctuary. 
RSPCA 
Charity Chatter 
This handsome chap is calledSparky although his officialname is Spartacus Smith. Heis almost a year old and is aBerger Picard - a French cattle 
herding dog which is an ancientRoman breed and Sparky is one of about 35 inthe UK. 
Living at home in Nailsworth he is firmly putin his place by his 2 rescue cats who are verymuch in charge. 
The Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home inCambridge near Dursley is now open and ifyou would like to enquire about re-homing ananimal please contact us or visit our websitewww.cotswoldsdogsandcatshome.org.uk 
Repair Cafe success, another onesoon! 
The Nailsworth Repair Cafe success rate is constantlyan impressive 80% of items brought in being fixed! 
These would all otherwise be thrown into landfill. 
The skilled volunteers enjoy fixing a range of itemsfrom lamps to radios, wobbly shears to clothes needing apatch. 
At present there are only four such sessions a year, but 
if more volunteer repairers join the pool, sessions couldbe held more often. This would mean fewer items thrown 
away and a bigger hole in the landfill mountain. 
Are there any repairers who might be interested inthis very worthwhile project? Hearing the joy of thosewalking away with something usable, often of sentimentalvalue, that has been saved from the tip is its own reward.
The Repair Cafe sessions are also very pleasant, socialoccasions with drinks and cake while your item is beingmended. 
The next repair cafe will be on: 
Sunday 8th January 2017, 10.30am Ð 4.00pmNailsworth Community Workshops, Sub Rooms, 
(Donations greatly appreciated for project funds).
To book a repair slot: call Paul Hofman834774, or email; paulkhofman@me.com,
or book on line: www.bookwhen.com/nrc 

Charity & Events Charity & Events 
Help your local Wildlife at 
Bunting Hill! 
How about working off a few Christmas 
indulgences and helping your local wildlife in theNew Year? 
The Save our Magnificent Meadows project hasjoined forces with Nailsworth Town Council to 
hold two practical conservation work days atBunting Hill. 
Bunting Hill is special because it is a Key Wildlife 
Site. This piece of limestone grassland supports a 
wide variety of flowers and butterflies, includingthe scarce Chalk Hill Blue. However, in recent 
years scrub has started to encroach, meaning thatbutterflies which were once common on the site are 
now declining. 
We are holding conservation work parties on the 
11th and 18th January to clear some of the scrub 
and open up the grassland. The work parties are 
a great way to get outside, meet others who careabout wildlife, get some exercise and maybe learnsome new skills! 
All tools are provided, as well as a well earned cupof tea or coffee. Everyone is welcome, even if you 
have not volunteered or used hand tools before. 
Keeley - 07841 663603 / keeley.spate@cotswoldsaonb.org.uk 
Healthwatch Gloucestershire 

We are the local, independent champion for health 
and social care, using your views and experiences tohelp improve the way services are delivered in the 
county.

If you have a relative currently resident in a localcare home, work as part of the staff team in a home 
or receive care in your own home, and would like toshare your experience of the care with us (good orbad) we would like to hear from you. All feedback is 
treated as confidential and anonymous. 

Freephone: 0800 652 5193info@healthwatchgloucestershire.co.uk 


Gordon Jones 
80! 

Gordon Jones of 
Windsoredge celebrates his 

80th birthday in early December. 

He (together with his wife Trish) have been resident at Windwordege Lane 
for 30 years. 

The day is to be celebrated at The Convent in Woodchester with close family 
and friends. They have been allocated Mother SuperiorÕs Room and are looking 
forward to enjoying the unique venue and cuisine. 

Laura of Nailsworth based Cotswold Characters was called upon to make apersonalised cake topper for the occasion. Laura uses photographs suppled byclients to recreate models of humans and canines (and pretty much anything inbetween) made from polymer clay. 

The model includes a FGR scarf, a badger (typically digging up GordonÕs 
home turf every other week) plus a healthy pint of beer, his garden fork and a 
wood chopping block which he uses to keep his log burner stoked. 

Trish has made a cake to equal the model which has been ÔfedÕ with rum 

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hiccoughing from it keeps her awake at night. 

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Charity & CommunityCharity & Community
Nailsworth Silver 
Band Contest 
Success! 
Nailsworth Silver Band has 
recently returned from a highlysuccessful trip to the WychavonEntertainment Contest. 
This is a very competitivecontest which attracts qualitybands from a wide area, and the 
band was delighted to be placed3rd overall in its section and 1st 
for the entertainment value of 
their performance. Also, their 
soloist, Debbie McDougall wasawarded the section soloistÕs prizefor her flawless rendition of ÒBythe Time I get to PhoenixÓ. 
This was the first time that the new Musical Director, Ross Salvage, hastaken the band to a contest and Ross was delighted with the way that theband rose to the occasion. Ross joined the band in April this year and hasworked extremely hard to produce such a fine performance. 
The band is holding its Christmas Charity Concert (in memory of PhilipSawyer) on 10th December at 7.30pm in Christ Church. All proceeds aregoing to Nailsworth Rotary and this is anexcellent opportunity to support your localcharities and enjoy an evening of qualitymusic. 
Tickets are available through ShinyGoodness or on the door at £5 (schoolchildren free.) 
The band is always looking for newmembers and also runs a Training Band foranyone at any standard who wants to learn toplay a brass instrument. The band rehearses 
on a Monday evening with Training Bandbeginners starting at 5.30pm, post beginnersat 6pm and main band at 7.15pm. For moreinformation contact: 
Debbie McDougall - 07944 104962 
Postman Pat and all that É 
The Post Office 
in Old Market is 
having a majorrevamp in theNew Year. It will 
become more ÔopenplanÕ with better 
disabled facilities 
and improvedservices generallyfor customers. 
Throughout thecountry Post Offices are going to be open 7 days a weekfrom 8am - 8pm and Nailsworth will be no exception. 
Unfortunately the PO will be closed for a few weekswhile all these changes are made and all transactions(pensions, parcels, car tax etc.) will have to be sought inStroud. 
The letter boxes will be emptied as usual. 
The Post Office will: 
Close - 4th January 5.30pmRe-Open - 20th January 1pm 
Part time Manager

Horsley Community Shop 

Are you the dedicated, outgoing, 
organised person who can help developour shop into the future? 

If so, we need you now, as our current 
manager, Jo Lawson, is leaving at theend of December. 

Some retail experience is preferred, but

not essential. Part time, 22.5h/week. 
For more information, please speak toJo in the Shop, or contact Emma Sims. 

Committee Chairwoman 

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Charity Charity 
Julie Gardiner & Gale Parsons 
Marta Holmes & 
Nadia Tramontin 
Parsons 
Fashion! 

The team from the 
Nailsworth Cotswolds 
Dogs & Cats Homecharity shop, hosted afabulous fashion show 
at St MartinÕs Church in 
Horsley in October. 

We werenÕt able to 
report on it last monthsince it clashed with our 
deadlines. 

The event received a 
great turnout from thelocal community andthe team raised over 
£5,200 for the animal 
welfare charityÕs new 
re-homing centre. 

The catwalk presentedsome incredible looks, 
which were all puttogether using itemsthat had been donated 
to the charity shop.
There were styles forevery occasion fromChristmas parties toformal wedding attire.
Just like any truefashion show this one 

was not lacking in a fabulous FROW which featured John 

Cabrini-Dale, CEO of Omnitrack and who kindly donated £500

towards sponsoring the event. Nick & Julia Beardsley, The 

Cotswold Food Club and The Old Lodge also supported the 

For over 75 years the RSPCA South Cotswolds Branch has 

been caring for the most vulnerable animals in our community. 

In 2007 the charity purchased land near Dursley with the

ambition and dream of building its own animal centre.

After much fundraising, planning and 12 months of building

work we are about to open the doors to the Cotswolds Dogs & 

From the outset the charity has been committed to building a 

Nailsworth Branch in Market Street 
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm.


835814 / www.cdch.org.uk 

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WhatÕs On - December & 
January 2016 


To request an event listing, contact Kelly Haines
whatson@nailsworthnews.org.uk 


Please submit February events by 15th January 
Find us on Facebook at 
www.facebook.com/nailsworthnews 
and add events there as well! 


Art & Crafts 

Arkell Art Club, Fridays 2pm, Arkell Centre. Try felting, drawing, glass 

painting, watercolour and lots more. Info: Emma 754559 
Art for Fun painting classes, Tuesdays 1.30-3pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 
Sheila 07870 896815 

Creative Textiles course, Adults Monday 11am-2pm, Children (8yrs & 
over) Mondays 3.35-5.30pm Subscription Rooms. Info: Grace 07539548648 or www.practicalintelligence.org.uk/print-making.php 

Creative writing course, Thursdays 2-4.30pm, Mortimer Room. £50 for 

six week block. Info: Judith 835120 
Five Valleys Quilters - 2nd Wednesday of the month. Info: Debbie 07850 
943696 or email 5valleyquilters@gmail.com 

General crafts circle, Wednesdays 10am-12.30pm, Mother Goose 
Knitting Circle, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 6-8pm. Mother Goose 
Knitting Group, Thursdays 10am-12pm, Mother Goose 
Mosaic Workshops, Tuesdays 7-9pm and Fridays 2-4pm, Subscription 

Rooms. Info: Pam 07971 737626 
Nailsworth Knitters, second Monday of the month. Info: Margaret 834996 
Sit & Stitch, Thursdays 10am-12pm at Wyevale Garden Centre Cafe. Info: 

Becky primrosecircus@gmail.com or 833678. 

Woodwork session for home educated children. Monday 11am-1pm 
Friday 9-11am 11.30am-1.30pm. Sub rooms. Info: Pam 07971 737626 
Upholstery Workshops, Thursdays 2.30-4.30pm and 6-8pm, Subscription 

Rooms. Info: Pam 07971 737626 

Children & Family 

1st Nailsworth Brownies (7-10 yrs) & 1st Nailsworth Guides (10-14 yrs)

on Mondays. 1st Nailsworth Rainbows (5-7 yrs) & 1st Nailsworth SeniorSection (14-25 yrs) on Tuesdays. www.girlguidingnailsworth.wordpress. 
com 

Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Mondays 11.30am, Library (term time only) 

Barton End Equestrian Centre Toddler and Pony Club, various times 
throughout the week and weekend. Info: 834915 
Beavers/Cubs/Scouts - Beavers 6 to 8 years old on Wednesdays; Cubs: 

8 to 10 years Thursdays, Scouts 10 to 14 years Fridays. Info: www.

nfgscouts.org Welcomes both boys and girls. 
Croc ÔnÕ Roll (6 mths-4 yrs), Thursdays 9.45am, Arkell Centre (term time 
only) drop in rate £4.50 for 1 child/£6.00 for 2 siblings (discounts if paidhalf termly). Newcomers welcome and 1st session free if signing up for

their first half term. Info: 07957 235413 or Stephanie@crocnroll.co.uk 

ChildrenÕs Centre Family Drop-In Session, Wednesdays 10-11.30am 

(term time), Arkell Centre (£1). Info: 549860 
ChildrenÕs Centre Toy Library, Wednesdays 10-11am (term time), Arkell 
Centre. Info: 549860 

ChildrenÕs Centre Young and Pregnant ParentsÕ Group, Fridays 10


11.30am (term time), Arkell Centre (£1). Info: 549860 
Fun Day Fridays - simple craft activities for pre-school children, everysecond Friday 2.15-2.45 pm, Nailsworth Library (free) 

Mothers Together, Thursday mornings, 10-11.30am, Town Hall. A group 
for mothers of young children to get support and form friendships. £5 persession. Info: Eva 07981623981 eva@evakaria.com 

Phoenix Playmates Little Top Toddler Group (0-5 yrs) Fridays 9-11am 
(term time only), Nailsworth Primary School. Entrance through theplayground, if the gate is shut phone Laura 07717 372803 to be let in (£2) 

Phoenix Playmates Nursery and Pre-school - sessions 5 days a week(term time only). Nailsworth Primary School. Info: Julie 833511 or email 
phoenixplaymates@hotmail.com 

Playcircle Musical Storytime, Mondays 9.45-10.45an & 11am-12pm 
(term time), Town Hall. A creative session of singing, movement and 
storytelling for babies & toddlers. £33 for 6 week term. email playcircle@
live.com to book a free taster session 

Playcirlce drop in playspace sessions Wednesday 9.30-11.45 Town Hall 
Story Time at Nailsworth Library (2-5yrs), Wednesdays 10.30-11am and 
Fun Day Friday craft activities for pre school. 2nd/4th Fridays 2-4pm.
Drop in (term time). 

Send your event information for paper publication no later 

than midday 15th of each month. 
Note! There is no January paper. 
Regrettably, late submissions will not go to print. 


Tiny Talk Baby Signing, Wednesdays 10-11am, Arkell Centre. Booking 
required. Info: Claire 07525 443999 or claireo@tinytalk.co.uk 

Church 

Community carols, Sunday 4th December 4pm. Christmas Carols and 


the Christmas story. The Green Man, FGR. 
Great Entertainment at Christmas - Family service at Christ Church,
Sunday 11th 10.30am 


Town Carol Service, St. GeorgeÕs. Friday December 18th, 6pm 


Christmas Eve service, Lighting the tree - carols and mince pies at Christ
Church 6pm 
Christmas Eve Midnight Communion at St. GeorgeÕs. 11pm 
ÒHeÕs arrived!Ó A Christmas Celebration at Christ Church. Christmas 


Day 10.30am 
Family Communion at St. GeorgeÕs. Christmas Day 11am 


Community 

AlzheimerÕs Cafe, Last Wednesday of the month (not Dec) 2-4pm, Christ 
Church Rooms. Info: 834714 
Archive Office open Mondays and Fridays 10am-12pm, Town Hall 
Bingo, Saturdays from 8pm, Shortwood Social Club 

Bingo, Tuesdays 7pm, Nailsworth Social Club 
Carers Group, 1st Wednesday of each month, 2.30-4.00pm in the 
Mortimer Room. All carers welcome. Info: Jo Limbrick, 07713 760012. 

CitizenÕs Advice Bureau drop-in, Tuesdays 1.00-3.30pm, Arkell Centre 

Computer Buddy scheme drop-in, Wednesdays 10am-12pm or book a 
slot on Friday mornings, Nailsworth Library. Info: 832747 
Conservation working party to clear scrub from Bunting Hill. 

Wednesdays 11th & 18th Jan. Volunteers most welcome to help. Tools 
and coffee provided. Info: Keeley 07841 663603 

Credit Union, Wednesdays 2.30-4pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 298785 
Forest Green Senior Citizens Thursdays 2-4pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 
David 833411 

Library Club for older people, 2nd Wednesday of the month, 11am


12pm, transport can be provided. Info: 832747 
Lunch Club, 2nd Monday of the month, Arkell Centre - all welcome. 
Info: Margaret 834996 

Lunch Club, 4th Monday of the month, Arkell Centre - Info: Stephen 

872251 
Macular Society, 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10.30am-12.30pm, Christ 
Church Hall. Info: Sandra 833614 

ME Support Group, 1st Monday of the month, 11am, The Canteen. Info: 

Richard 07814 223567 
MenÕs Shed community workshop, Tuesdays 1.30pm, Subscription 
Rooms 

Monday Club Day Centre at Concord, 10am-2.45pm, £4.50 to include

morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea. Info: Lois 07757 366382 
Nailsworth Probus Club, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday 10am, Mortimer 
Room. Info: Henry 835901 

Quiz Night, 1st Saturday of the month 8-8.30pm start, Comrades Club.

Info: 832646 
Repair CafŽ, Sunday 8th January 10.30am-4pm. Nailsworth communityworkshops, Sub Rooms. Book a repair slot online www.bookwhen.com/ 
nrc or call Paul: 834774 

Rotary Club, every other Thursday 7pm, Egypt Mill. New members 
welcome to help in our local community and have fun. Info: 07490220773 

Rotary lunch clubs, fourth Monday of the month, Arkell Centre. Info: 

Stephen 872251 
Senior CitizensÕ Club, Thursdays 1.45pm for a 2pm start, Arkell Centre 
(£1.50). Info: Dave 833411 

Shortwood Social Club Afternoon Tea and Bingo, first Monday of the

month, 2pm. 
Town Council meeting, 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7pm, Town Hall 
WomenÕs Institute (WI) 2nd Monday in the month. St.GeorgeÕs Parish 

Rooms 7.30. All are welcome. Contact: Liz Russell 01453 833065 
Womens Meeting (men also welcome), Tuesdays 2.30pm, Christchurch. 
Info: Margaret 834996 

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Dance 

Dance classes, Wednesdays 7.45pm (intermediate collegiate shag) and 

9pm (intermediate lindy hop), Comrades Club. Info: Nicky 07728 600056 
Hip Hop and Cheerleading Class (11+ yrs), Saturdays 10.45am, FGR 
Dance Studio. Info: alisonholding@hotmail.co.uk 

Jive classes, Thursdays 7.30pm (beginners) and 8.30pm (intermediate), 

Comrades Club. Info: Nicky 07728 600056 
Latin American Dance Class for Ladies, Thursdays 2-3pm, Sawyer Hall, 
Christ Church. Info: Marion 861001 or marionmills@btopenworld.com 

Health & Wellbeing 

Ashtanga Yoga: Monday 6.30pm & 7.40pm Horsley Village Hall, 


Accessible Yoga, Tuesdays 10am, Wednesdays 7pm, Thursdays 5.45pm 
Sawyer Hall. Info: Sally 751937 
Ashtanga Yoga: Wednesday 6.30pm & Thursdays 12.15pm Subs Rooms. 


Wednesday 9.15am Sawyer Hall. Info: Stuart 07986 003602 or www.


pulse4life.co.uk 
Health Walk (approx. 60mins), Tuesdays 2pm, meet at Library. Info: 
David 832542 


Iyengar Yoga, Wednesdays 7.30pm, Mortimer Room. Info: Alison 752249 


Slimming World Nailsworth Evening Group, Every Monday 5.30 and
7.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: Alison 01453 821931 
Slimming World Nailsworth Group, Thursdays 9.30am and 11am, Youth 


Club. Info: Andy 07904 052711 


Taiji Wuxigong (Chi gong), Thursdays 9.30am, Christ Church Hall. Info: 
Poh-Eng San 297847. 
Walking from the Comrades Club, Saturdays 10am for a 2 hour gentle


walk. £3 to include drink, soup & roll at the Comrades Club afterwards.


Info: Mike 832739 
Yoga and chanting workshop. Saturday 3rd December 10am-1pm,
Wednesday 14th 7-9pm, Sawyer Hall. Info: Sally 751937 


Yoga, Tuesdays 6.30pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Chris 834304. 
Yoga for Men, Mondays 7.15-8.45pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Brendan
834304 


Film, Music and Theatre 

Christmas Concert for our Community Harp Orchestra on 10th 
December 6.30 for 7pm start. Subscription Rooms, tickets are £3 inadvance from the Village Inn pub or £4 on the door. 

Christmas Concert, Nailsworth Primary School Sunday 11th December 
4pm. Come and listen to an Orchestra, School choir and soloists followed 
by tea. FREE and all ages welcome. 

Nailsworth Community Choir, Wednesdays 7.30pm,The Friends Meeting 
House. All welcome, no experience necessary. Info: Penelope 07918 
126585 

Nailsworth Film Club, Friday 9th December, ÔRed DogÕ & Friday 6th 

January, ÔMacbethÕ, films start 8pm, The Arkell Centre, over 18s only. 
Info: www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk 

Nailsworth Silver Band, Mondays (beginners 5.30pm, training band 6pm,


band rehearsal 7.15pm), Band Room Brewery Lane 
ÔTrenchcoats for GoalpostsÕ Sat 10 December 8pm Comrades Club, 
Tickets £10 from Shiny Goodness /The Comrades Club. 


Food, Drink, Fetes & Markets 

Christmas Fair in aid of Llama lads & donkey sactury. Thursday 1st 


December, Arkell Centre 2-6.30pm. 
Christmas Market in aid of conservation and community projects in
Borneo. Sunday 4th December 11am-3pm, Sub Rooms. Pop up cafŽ,
stalls and childrens entertainment. 


Country Market, Fridays 8.45-11am, Mortimer Room. 
Fairtrade coffee mornings, 4th Saturday of the month (not August or 


Dec), 10am-12pm, Mortimer Room. Fairtrade tea and coffee, Traidcraft 
stall and trade justice information. Free entry. Info: Sue 832734 
Nailsworth Market, 4th Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm, Mortimer


Gardens 


Sport & Exercise 

Adult fitness sessions, Mondays 6-7pm, Youth Club. Info: Luke 

07866529482 
Ante natal Pilates, Tuesdays 9.15-10.15am and Post natal Pilates, 
Tuesdays 11-11.45am, Arkell Centre. Info: Elizabeth 07732 697991 

Badminton, Wednesdays 8pm, Subscription Rooms. Info: Tim 836993 

Barre Pilates for weight loss, Mondays 9.15am, Arkell Centre. Free taster 
class. Suitable for any age/any ability. Info: Joanne 07968 799741 
Barton End Equestrian Centre - Trot to be Trim (Fitness Riding Group) 

and Take Back the Reins (Learner and Improvers). Call 834915 for 
various times throughout the week and weekend 
Box Swimming Club, Thursdays 8-9pm, Beaudesert Park School pool. 

Info: Andrew on 834766 or boxswim@box-village.com 

Cardio Tennis, Tuesday 7-8pm, KGV Playing Field (£5). Info: James 
07899 757166 or www.aburrowtennis.co.uk 
Cotswold Allrunners, Wednesdays 6.30pm from the Co-op car park, 

Fridays 9.30am from The Ram. Info: 07939 102102 
Fusion Flow, gentle stretch class using Yoga, Pilates & dance, suitable 

for all ages & fitness levels, Mondays 7.10pm, Nailsworth Primary

School. £6 per session or £30 for 6 weeks. Info: 07734 886275 or ruth.

king123@btopenworld.com 
Nifty Fifties, Thursdays 9.30am, Forest Green Rovers studio - easy 
aerobic work out and Pilates mat work. Info: Meg 07970 434316 

N Soc Rambing Group - 4th Thursday of the month. 9.30am outside 
Library. See library noticeboard for walk details. Info: Angela 832911/ 
Allison 07715 916924 

Pilates: Wednesday Sawyer Hall 12.15pm; Thursday Littleworth Hall, 
Amberley 9.15am. Info: stuart@pulse4life.co.uk; 07986 003602; www.
pulse4life.co.uk 

Pilates, Thursdays 6.30pm & 8pm, Mortimer Room. Info: Bea 07717 
472129 
Pilates, Wednesdays 6.30-7.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: Jo 873229 
Pilates Wednesdays 6-7pm, Nailsworth Primary School. Suitable for all 

levels £7.00 Info: 07920 424095 or www.cotswoldfitforyou.co.uk 

Sunday Swimmers, Sundays, Beaudesert Park School pool, spaces
available. Info: 886215 (8.30-9.30pm group) or 833862 (7-8pm group) 
Tea time table tennis. Fridays 5-6pm. Drop in. Sawyer Hall. 
Table Tennis, Saturday 10am-12pm, Subscription Rooms, first session


Free. Open to all ages, male & female and all abilities. Info: Andy 07777 


642378. 
Tae-Kwon-Do, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.30pm, Primary School. Info: 
07715 445729 


Taiji & Qi Gong, Mondays 9.30am, 10.45am & 12 pm, Town Hall (£6). 


Info: Jeff 07970 303694 
Zumba Gold Class (for seniors), Wednesdays 10am, Subscription Rooms. 
Info: 07766 101790 


Zumba, Mondays 10.30am, Nailsworth Youth Club (£5). Info: Helen 


07799 620117 
Zumba, Mondays and Thursdays 6pm, Nailsworth Primary School (£5). 
Info: 07734 886275 or ruth.king123@btopenworld.com 


Sports Fixtures (h)

Shortwood Utd v Bishops Cleeve, Saturday 3rd December 3pmShortwood Utd v Wimborne Town, Tuesday 13th December 7.45pm 
FGR v Dover Athletic, Saturday 17th December 3pmShortwood Utd v Didcot Town, Saturday 17th December 3pmFGR v Torquay Utd, Sunday 1st January 3pmShortwood Utd v Slimbridge, Monday 2nd January 3pmShortwood Utd v Paulton Rangers, Saturday 14th January 3pmFGR v Braintree Town, Saturday 21st January 3pm 

Talks & Groups 

Death CafŽ, Wednesday 25th January. The Canteen. 7.30pm. Death Cafe 
is an informal opportunity to share thoughts and experiences about deathand dying. Info: jane.e.diamond@hotmail.com 

Hanover book group, Wednesdays 21st December & 26th January. 
Residents lounge, Hanover Gardens. 6.15pm. Info: maureen.embrey@
gmail.com 

Nailsworth & District Flower Arranging Soc, Christmas open eveningÔSeasonal SplendorÕ Nigel Wyles. Wednesday 14th December, Sibley 
Hall, Wycliffe School. £10 (incl wine & mince pie). Info:758496 

NSOC Arts Crafts and Music Group/Local Studies Group, Joint 
Christmas Celebration, in Parish Room (Open to all members). Info: Jane835554/Dave 832034 

NSOC Writing Group (Tell Tales), Monday 12th December. Info: Tony 
834927 

Youth - Info: Tracey 833212 
Nailsworth Youth Club: Mondays 4-5.30pm Afternoon Activity Session 

for primary School age, Thursday 4-6pm Afternoon Activity Session for 
secondary school age. 
Intermediate Youth Club (11-13 yrs), Fridays 6.30-8.30pm (term time


only), Nailsworth Youth Club. 
Junior Youth Club (8-11 yrs), Wednesdays 5.30-7pm (term time only), 
Nailsworth Youth Club. Info: 


Young peopleÕs sexual health drop in, first Tuesday of 

the month 3.30-4.30pm, Arkell Centre. 



Sport & Fitness Sport & Fitness 
Pilates & Motherhood 
Elizabeth Williams 

During pregnancy many womenwonder how best to prepare for labourand birth and look for exercise regimeswhich might help. Those who have been 
very active prior to pregnancy wantreassurance that they can continue toexercise and those less active want to 
know how to go about starting an exerciseprogramme which is safe. 


Pilates during pregnancy focuses on strengthening the core; 

a trained pelvic floor can cope better with labour and can also


stretch more readily, 
minimizing the risk of 
tears or trauma. 

As pregnancy

progresses an increase

in size and weight 

puts pressure on

the spine and hips, 

but particularly the

lower spine. By using 

gentle spinal and pelvic 

mobility exercises alongwith releasing stretches, aches and pains common in the lower back 
and shoulders can be eased making everyday activities feel morecomfortable. Pregnancy Pilates can be started from 12 weeks. 

The post-natal period can be emotionally and physicallydemanding. The most common issues for the new Mum are weak 
pelvic floor muscles and lower back aches and pains. Followingmonths of pregnancy the abdominals are weak and stretched whichcauses a lack of stability for the back. 

Post-natal Pilates classes are all about helping with these issues. 

Being able to bring your baby to the class enables you toenjoy the Pilates session alongside other new mums in a relaxedenvironment. 

Classes run at the Arkell Centre on Tuesdays
Pregnancy Pilates 09.30 Ð 10.30 
Post-natal Pilates 10.30 Ð 11.15 pre-crawling babies welcome!
07732 697991 


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It wasnÕt just the win that 
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There is now hugeconfidence in the dressingroom and things should onlyget better. Autumn results were 
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of these performances was notalways one where the fan onthe terrace could relax! 
Rhys Lovett is now back 
in goal after his (deserved)
red card recently and this willonly create more stability andconfidence - he will go very farin the game - he is definitelyworth watching! The forwards 
are beginning to find form again and some spectacular goals arebeing seen as only Shortwood can provide! 
Shortwood has a history of playing good, honest and openfootball. This is now returning in waves, and the ÔpanicÕ long 
ball is becoming less apparent. The team is in fine form now and 
pushing for promotion - but, as we know, the season really gets 
under way after the New Year! 
Forest Green United come to FGR 
On Sunday 4th December at 4.00 pm there is an opportunity tocome and sing Christmas Carols and hear the Christmas Story in 
a different way at the Green Man pub at Forest Green Rovers. 
Forest Green United Ð Christ Church, Five Valleys Christian 
Fellowship and St GeorgeÕs -are all coming together to raise the 
roof with singing. There will be mince pies and drinks afterwards 
and everyone is welcome! 

Sport & Fitness Sport & Fitness 
The FGR 

Face in the 
Crowd. 
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(Academy) is 
going through a bit of atransition. Even thoughthe coach Scott Bartlett 
now shares his managerialrole with Weston S-M, it 
is going to be hard on theyouth players and the whole 
structure to get the totalsupport that the Academy 
structure needs. The 
FGR SupportersÕ Trust has reintroduced a ÔGrass RootsÕ scheme 
to channel funds to the Academy and Ladies Teams - surely this 
should be a direct funding from FGR itself - arenÕt the Academy 
and Ladies teams that important to have direct funding? 

On the field of battle, the Youth team is facing mixed fortunes, 

teams in the league are either easy fodder, put 10 players behind 
the ball and hope (!), or make a serious effort and give the boys a 

hard time. A new season, a new team, a new 
defence and time for the new boys to learneach otherÕs play and itÕs all on top of a day at 
college! 

The recent game v Weston College was an 
example in hand - a gusty wind was the samefor both teams and, but for the forward powerof the FGR boys, the result could so well havebeen different. A very mediocre Weston team 
could easily have sneaked a draw such was theshambles in the FGR defence. A week before 
and a comfortable win v Bristol was lost after 
simple defensive errors, but the latest victory(as Cup holders) in the Gary Else Cup showed


that patience and some skill can work its magic over a team that

packed its defence for 90 minutes and hoped for the best! 
It is good that many members of the Youth set-up are getting 
ÔseniorÕ play with the FGR side in friendlies and there GFA Cup. 

What a pity there is no official reserve / A team side to play 

regularly! 

Forest Green Rovers are now on 
the march! There has been criticism and doubts 
from this column, but it seems that things arenow starting to drop into place. A series of fine 
wins both home and 
away with a styleof football that is 
beginning to reap itsrewards is makingFGR a team to be 
reckoned with. 
The recent draw v 
Dagenham was atravesty. Daggers 
were well out 
of it and FGR 
should have won 
6 - 2; it was that 
management team have heard the cry and have mooted the

same point in the local press! 
Has the management yet found the right forward line? Eachmatch seems to have a different attack! When Marsh-Brown 
and Frear come on late in the game, the whole team istransformed and the laboured play is a thing of the past! Why 
not start with an exciting and pacy attack? 

There is much good on show now on match day, but where 
are the fans on a regular basis? 1400 home fans v Aldershot, 
very poor indeed. Can anyone explain why a Ôtop of thetableÕ team should get such a low attendance? Crowds create 
a buzz; crowds create an atmosphere which rubs off on the 
players. Where are you? Perhaps it is a Nailsworth problem, 
the vast majority of FGR fans come from outside the town.
Can the Club get the locals more engaged? ÔKids go FreeÕis an excellent 
incentive, but are 
the youth turning 

one sided, but it was again a failure to put all the pressure into up and bringing their 
goals. Possession doesnÕt always win matches! This column has families when there 
talked about too much passing backwards and too much looking isnÕt a ÔfreeÕ weekend? 
for the perfect pass rather than steaming forwards and hitting on Just some thoughts to 
site - the fans in the South Stand state the same! ItÕs good that the ponder! 

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topped it off. It was a great day out! 
Box Swimming Club -welcomes new 
members. Thursdays 8-9pm, Beaudesert Park School pool 
Although there are still a core of members from Box,
most new recruits come via the Nailsworth News. 
It caters for all swimmers and the arrangement of thelanes means that it can accommodate all abilities and 
degrees of enthusiasm. So, whether you are looking tojust improve your general fitness, training for a specialevent or just enjoy swimming for recreation, contactAndrew its friendly organiser. 
Box Swimming was the first club to start afterBeaudesert Park School pool opened in 1991 and overthe years many residents of Box and the surrounding areahave been members, some for over twenty years. 
It caters for adults of all ages in a pleasant, relaxingenvironment with 
subdued, underwater 
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Recently it hasaccommodated swimmers 
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Others just aim to improvetheir health. 
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ElsieÕs inside view on her 
travels! 

In mid-November Dad and I went along witharound 30 other ambassadors to go and support

the Rovers up in Macclesfield. 

For me thatÕs the furthest North IÕve ever 
been! Overall it took 3. hours to get there andduring our journey we were kept entertainedby a variety of quizzes. Unfortunately we didabsolutely rubbish, meaning that we didnÕt win 
any of the prizes; but, oh well, it was great fun 
anyway. 

After that we had a quick pit stop in Stafford 
before being back on the road again for the

last hour. When we finally arrived there at the 

stadium it was drizzling and we were keptstanding outside for 45 minutes before theylet us in which was a little bit rude especiallyas they knew we were there. ItÕs kind of hard 
to miss a large group of people wearing bright 
lime green clothing standing outside with a bigdrum! Eventually, we got in and I couldnÕt wait 
to have my portion of chips - I was starvingnow! Then when we got to the food area, 
there were none! So I settled for a sausage rollinstead which was the wise decision as it was 
very tasty. 

Of course the 
12th of November is 
during the weekendof Remembrance 
for those who died 
in the Wars, and 
because of this there was a minuteÕs silence 
before the game started. I thought everyonewas very respectful as you could hear a pin


drop, except from the traffic, but no-one wasfidgeting either and it was the perfect way to

start a game with total respect. 
When the game started, we were instantly on the attack and after just 2 minutes a brilliant

cross from Christian Doidge lead to Keanu Marsh-Brown scoring the first and only goalof the game. However, tension grew as Macclesfield were looking stronger, but FGR put 
in some great shots too. Thankfully, Macclesfield didnÕt score and our early goal lead us to 


victory. 
This felt like the best game I have everbeen too for me as I felt more involved 
and I just want to do it all over again.
We were right next to the drum, joining 
in with most of the singing and it feltgreat. Big thanks to Phil Butterworth whoorganised the whole thing, although itÕs 
made me want to go on more away games,
which I will be begging my Dad to do,
but weÕll see. Obviously, the result was 
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Every year the Town supports 
Remembrance Sunday superbly and this 
year was no exception as we remembered 
100 Years since the end of the Battle of The 
Somme. 
Displayed magnificently at the War 
Memorial were the knitted poppies by the 
Nailsworth WI. See p2 for some further 
details. All the WIs in Gloucester were 
asked by the Federation and the RBL to knit 
poppies. 
These poppies were sewn together to make 
wraps and placed around the trees that are 
located in the vicinity of the War Memorial 
in Cheltenham Promenade. After this was 
finished and handed over, the ladies of 
Nailsworth WI decided to continue knitting 
and place these poppies around our own 
memorial, here in Nailsworth. It has been quite spectacular. 
On Remembrance Sunday, the town played its traditional part 
with quiet respect and no lack of the occasional tear. The Mayor 
represented the Town Council and Guides, Scouts, Cubs, members of the 
Armed Forces and Emergency Services were also in attendance, as was 
the Silver Band which played in the procession and during the Service in 
the church. 
The Rev. Mike Smith and Rev. Helene Grant led the Service and Mike 
gave the sermon before the laying of wreaths and the releasing of doves 
at the War memorial afterward.