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Nailsworth Festival 
The Nailsworth Festival got off to a 
fine start on Festival Saturday - it wasgenerally cool and dry, but still plenty ofwarmth from those who came and took 
part. 
There are more pictures on pages 23and back which capture the colour andfun of the day. 
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Nailsworth Festival 
The Nailsworth Festival got off to a 
fine start on Festival Saturday - it wasgenerally cool and dry, but still plenty ofwarmth from those who came and took 
part. 
There are more pictures on pages 23and back which capture the colour andfun of the day. 
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Congratulations! 
It is now history! Forest Green Rovers FC is a member of the Football 
League after a sensational play-off win at Wembley last month. 
It has taken 128 years to get this far and there have been many ups and downsalong the way. 18 years in the National Conference - almost relegated twice butescaped by the skin of its teeth - now FGR has to play in the League and lookever forward! 
Pictures and ElsieÕs thoughts of the day in the Centre Spread É 
Photo - Peter Barnes 
Horsley C of E (Aided) Primary School celebrated MayDay in the traditional way. See page 10 for an update on its recent activities. 
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Local News Local News 
We Will Remember Them 
We are pleased to report that no soldiers 
died in June 1917. 
Stamps Available 
Helene has some Muralidaran (SriLankan Cricketer) stamps. Does anyonewant them for their collection? 
Tel: 833292 
They are Back! 
The cows and horses have as much rightto be on the Commons as we do - so if 
you travel too fast and hit one, you haveonly yourself to blame. At this time of 
year the young cattle are often bouncyand unused to us, so be very careful andslow down - whatÕs the rush anyway? 
Enjoy the views! 
What a Waste! 
Here is a quick quiz. When youÕre 
gardening do you: 
1. Put your garden waste in a brownbin from Stroud District Council 
at a bargain £36 per year? 
2. Compost all you can and take thefew things you canÕt to Horsley 
tip?
3. Use grass clippings to mulch yourplants to save watering?
4. Load up a wheelbarrow and dump 
it in Norton Wood, smothering 
native plants, introducinginvasive garden plants andcosting your neighbours moneyto clear up? 
If you chooseoption 4,
dumpinggarden wasteis just the sameas fly-tippingan old mattress 
or fridge. Itis an offence 
which carries 
a fine. It is 
anti-social, 
it damagesthe environment and it is downrightwasteful. Why would you throw away 
all that potential compost? 
Nailsworth Singers 
Are you lookingfor a daytime groupto join? Do youenjoy singing?
Come along to theNailsworth Sub 
Rooms and enjoy agood old sing-song! 
You donÕt need to be able to read music 
- the choir learns by ear and not notereading. We are looking for men and 
women to come and join us singinguplifting and fun songs in all sorts ofstyles from home and around the world. 
The first session is free! We sing every 
Tuesday from 10.30 - Noon. 
Contact Biddy Turneramberleycc@gmail.com / 07814 652735 
If you see someone fly-tipping gardenwaste please report it -
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A word from the Mayor 
A new year for CouncilOn Wednesday 24th May, at the AGM 
of Council, I was elected unopposed by 
my fellow Councillors. IÕd like to say 
thank you to them and that I am proud 
to be Mayor of our Council for another 
year. 
Before I was re-elected, I was able 
to say briefly what I would see as the 
main focus of Council in the next year. 
I noted that the last year has been one 
of sorting out the finances, systems 
and procedures of Council, and we are 
nearly at the end of that task. 
We are quite a big Council and it is 
essential that we have good control 
of our finances and sound systems 
in place - as Councillors, we are 
responsible for making sure that 
Council is properly managed. 
Work Plans 
One of the weaknesses of Council has 
been that although we have completed 
some great projects we havenÕt kept a 
good record of what projects we are 
running, how they are going, who is 
doing the work and when the expected 
finish is to be. 
IÕd like to see a work plan for each 
Council Committee 
and Working Party 
so that anyone can 
see what we are up 
to. I think this is 
something we need 
to work on over the 
next few months, 
and publish it on 
our website. 
We are here to 
represent the 
community and we can best do that if 
we know what it is we are planning to 
do, when by, and who is going to do it. 
We are a large and important Council 
and we need to behave accordingly. 
Town Involvement 
Something else IÕd really like to see is 
a greater involvement of residents in 
the work of Council. 
Nailsworth has a wonderful pool of 
talent and CouncilÕs work would be all 
the better if we were able to use the 
whole pool and rely less on the efforts 
of the Councillors. We need to find 
a way of communicating what help 
the town needs, and then finding and 
engaging that help. 
Evolution and the Future 
Finally I spoke of the future. Councils 
should evolve and refresh, with new 
people standing at each election. New 
faces bring new ideas, new enthusiasm 
and new diversity. We should be wary 
of thinking that we are indispensable, 
or that our experience is critical. It isnÕt 
just about us, it is about what is good 
for the town. 
We should definitely be thinking about 
encouraging people to stand for the 
next term of office - it might be you! 
So these are what I see as key 
challenges for the coming year and I 
hope we are successful in achieving 
them. 
jonathan.duckworth@
nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.ukor tel: 07813 641732 
Local Affairs Local Affairs 
Editor Adieu! 

It isnÕt often that one gets to make 
more than one Ôswan songÕ, but inthe immortal words of rock groupWhitesnake, ÔHere I Go AgainÕ, having 
departed and returned to office 18months ago. 

DonÕt worry, the Nailsworth News 
is to be passed to several safe, anddetermined hands. All primed with 
sleeves rolled up, ready to catch the balland play with it again (nicely) with oldand new blood in a cohesive focused 
team. The July issue will most likely 
arrive in better shape than I leave it andfurther introductions will come from 
them later. 

I finally repeat my fond farewellsand thank-yous to the Team, to the 
distributors, to the readers, to the 
stalwart ÔregularsÕ and the printing 
squad. Mostly to my patient andwonderful husband who has witnessed 
me in the earlier days foaming at themouth at 4am, wrestling with unfamiliarprograms, data and deadlines. 

Latterly living in South Yorkshire 
makes for some cunning IT footwork 
(see, I can dance as well as sing) and Ihope that no cracks showed. I apologisefor the toes I have trodden on (actually, 
my dancing isnÕt that good), the 
occasional faux-pas, the unforgivable 
incorrect spelling of a name and anyunintended irreverence to anyone along 

the way. 
The News and its crew has become 
akin to an extended family for me and Igrovel in the face of their competence,
thoughtfulness and trust in my tenure. 
I have been foster-mother to the paper 
for five years andit is time to pass 
on my temporarycharge of the 17 
year old into thecare of others. IÕd 
better hand it over 
quickly before itstarts learning todrive for itself. 

Gail Jones - Editor 



Local Affairs 


Welcome Curry for Walkers 
Ros John ably arranges a monthly walk underthe auspices of Nailsworth Health Partnership(NHP) of around 5 miles in length which usuallystarts at the library. 
This particular trip included Horsley, Lutheridge, 
Wallow Green and High Wood. 
Less than a week after Suki Samra was awarded 
the Town Shield she was hard at work preparing a 
3 course Indian ,meal at the Arkell Centre for the 
Wednesday walkers. 
Suki (pictured with her thank-you flowers withRos) often walks with the group, but this monthshe was slaving over a hot stove with MargaretMarshall, Angela Norman and Angela Endacotthelping to serve at table and with clearing upafterwards. 
The meal was enjoyed by everyone who attended(well over 30) and £291 was raised for the NHP. 
It is hoped that this may well become be anannual event. 
Allergy Therapy 

For an informal 15 minute free chat 

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Tel: 07796 166172 
Specialising in digestive tract;
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Poppy Waterfall 

Since Margaret MarshallÕs appeal for poppy knitters in the MayNailsworth News, the TIC has been inundated with requests for 
patterns and wool. 


It is the intention to make a Ôwaterfall of poppiesÕ for the 
Nailsworth Clock Tower this November. 

Margaret has topped up supplies of patterns to the TIC, including 
sizes of needles. Poppies are being received there at a very satisfyingrate. The incoming results are much appreciated and Margaret 
wishes to pass on a big Ôthank youÕ to all those willing to help. 

If you are not a knitter you can still help this project by donatingunwanted red wool and black buttons to the TIC. Margaret has even 
been handed supplies whilst out and about in town. Do keep stockrolling in if you have any. 

Sunday Munch! 

If you have ever fancied some company
while you have your Sunday lunch, but
donÕt have any Ð then this is for you! 


If you like the idea of eating out on a
Sunday, but donÕt have the budget Ð then 
this is for you! 


If you are happy munching something
you brought from home with others doing
the same Ð then this is for you! 


Starting Sunday June 4th come along
to the Christ Church Rooms at 12.15pm


(opposite PriceÕs Mill surgery), with your 
sandwiches or whatever else you fancybringing, and enjoy the company of others. Tea, coffee and squash 
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Business Business 
The Olive Tree Takes it Away! 

Paddy Clatworthy of the The Olive Tree Mediterranean 
Restaurant & Pizzeria is inviting you to Ôlove our food - takeus homeÕ. 

This is the message

from the establishment, 
but donÕt worry, it still 
serves all its delicious 
food and beveragesin-house as usual. 
Since 2004 it has been 
delighting the 5 Valleys 
and beyond with an everchanging menu and nowits all available to take 
away. 

Paddy (pictured withTracey) first recognised a 
need following customercomments that they wished that they could take home some ofthe relishes and dips served in the restaurant. 


The entire menu is now available to take away. Maybe it 
would be an excellent idea to phone through at breakfast timefor a lunch time or later collection? Maybe it would be evenbetter to pop in for coffee and peruse the menu while you 


decide yourmenu and a 
specific time forcollecting yourorder. 

The Olive 
Tree also 

producesscrumptious jarsof homemade 
Tomato Relish, 
Budding Ale 
Chutney, Chilli 
Jam and BBQ 
sauce at £3.95 
each. 

Having avineyard on thedoorstep (seepage 6) is an opportunity not to be missed and so it is proudlypromoting Woodchester Vineyard Wines, also available for take 
away or to enjoy in-house. 

As if this werenÕt enough, the Olive Tree often hosts wine 
tasting sessions with the vineyard so keep an eye on its websitefor more details. 

The Olive tree, 28 George Street
834802 / www.theolivetree-nailsworth.com 



Bosom Buddies 

It was only in March that Sam Cairns opened hersports bras and clothing establishment as a shop sharewith The Dressing Room. We were very impressed 
with her substantial range of sportsware in stylish

designs. 

Sam explained herbusiness evolution from a 
side-line to a shop togetherwith her forward plans. 

ÒBeing a fitnessinstructor of 20 years Iknow how important it isto have sportswear that isgood quality and durable. 

ÒI stumbled on the 
manufacturer of myproducts at the start of myfitness career and realised 
quickly how superior


in quality they were
compared with the competition on the high street. 


ÒI sold items in small amounts alongside my classeswhilst my children were young and that worked well.
So, having tried and tested the products for many yearswith my children now all grown up, I felt confidentthat I could build a successful independent businessthat IÕm very proud to say is British by design andmanufacture. 

ÒI opened a shop in Millyard Nailsworth in Marchthat has had a great response, but unfortunately spacehas been limited so Bosom Buddies is moving againto Fountain Street from 17th June where we want to 
expand to selling young girls leggings and sportswear, 
larger womenÕs sizes and a few mens items.Ó 

www.bosombuddiessportsbras.co.ukor find on Facebook 

Egypt MIll HotEl & REstAuRAnt 
nailsworth gl6 0AE ¥ t: 01453 833449 
www.egyptmill.com 
EGYPT MILL 
OUTDOOR 
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Weds July 7th Slumdog Millionaire 
Booking required 
In July and August, we 
will be featuring outdoor 
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magnificent films in the 
beautiful gardens at Egypt Mill. 
CARPENTER AND JOINER 
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Woodchester Valley Vineyard open ÔCellar DoorÕ Shop 
Woodchester Valley Vineyard has 
now opened a ÔCellar DoorÕ shop on the 
A46 at South Woodchester to sell their 
range of Cotswold wines. There will be 
a selection of still wines available for 
tasting when visiting the shop, includingthe new 2016 Pinot Noir Rose and the 
ÔCellar DoorÕ exclusive white blend the 
ÔAtcombeÕ. Customers can try beforethey buy. 
Fiona Shiner, owner of Woodchester 
Valley Vineyard says, ÒWeÕre delighted 
finally to have a retail outlet that peoplecan visit to buy our wines direct from the 
ÔCellar DoorÕ. We look 
forward to welcoming oldand new customers with a 
taste of our locally madewines.Ó 
Shop directions:
travelling fromNailsworth, the shop islocated right on the A46 
in Woodchester, opposite 
the Wayside Cross just 
before the turning into theInchbrook Trading Estate. 
Woodchester Valley Vineyard is a 
family owned vineyard established bythe Shiner family in 2007. A boutique 
estate with 60,000 vines across three 
vineyard sites in Woodchester, Amberley 
and Doverow, they specialise in 
white, rose and sparkling wines fromvines planted in the Cotswold Area of 
Outstanding Natural Beauty. Varieties 
planted include Bacchus, Chardonnay, 
Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. 
Opening TimesTuesday to Saturday - 10am Ð 6pm 
Sunday, Monday - closed 
Outside these hours, appointments areavailable by prior arrangement. 
Contact Simon -
07710 605 558 
simon@woodchestervalleyvineyard.
co.uk 
For more details about Woodchester 
Valley Vineyard, visit its website -
www.woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk 
Business 
Many other itineraries available - Call us today for full details 
2018 TOURS ON SALE NOW 
These popular escorted tours always sell quickly so early booking is strongly recommended 
Proud to bea main agent for 
RivieraTravel 
Krakow 4 days from £454pp 
Classical Spain 7 days from £719pp 
Classical Italy 8 days from £969pp 
India & Shimla 15 days from £1,959pp 
Namibia (NEW) 14 days from £2,799pp 
Peru & Amazon 16 days from £2,999pp 
So much included in the price: 
Ÿ Personally escorted transfers 
Ÿ Experienced Tour Managers 
Ÿ Direct flights from Bristol on many tours 
Ÿ Hand-picked hotels and excursions 
Ÿ Knowledgeable local guides 
AT MILES MORGAN TRAVEL 
Woodchester Valley Vineyard open ÔCellar DoorÕ Shop 
Woodchester Valley Vineyard has 
now opened a ÔCellar DoorÕ shop on the 
A46 at South Woodchester to sell their 
range of Cotswold wines. There will be 
a selection of still wines available for 
tasting when visiting the shop, includingthe new 2016 Pinot Noir Rose and the 
ÔCellar DoorÕ exclusive white blend the 
ÔAtcombeÕ. Customers can try beforethey buy. 
Fiona Shiner, owner of Woodchester 
Valley Vineyard says, ÒWeÕre delighted 
finally to have a retail outlet that peoplecan visit to buy our wines direct from the 
ÔCellar DoorÕ. We look 
forward to welcoming oldand new customers with a 
taste of our locally madewines.Ó 
Shop directions:
travelling fromNailsworth, the shop islocated right on the A46 
in Woodchester, opposite 
the Wayside Cross just 
before the turning into theInchbrook Trading Estate. 
Woodchester Valley Vineyard is a 
family owned vineyard established bythe Shiner family in 2007. A boutique 
estate with 60,000 vines across three 
vineyard sites in Woodchester, Amberley 
and Doverow, they specialise in 
white, rose and sparkling wines fromvines planted in the Cotswold Area of 
Outstanding Natural Beauty. Varieties 
planted include Bacchus, Chardonnay, 
Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. 
Opening TimesTuesday to Saturday - 10am Ð 6pm 
Sunday, Monday - closed 
Outside these hours, appointments areavailable by prior arrangement. 
Contact Simon -
07710 605 558 
simon@woodchestervalleyvineyard.
co.uk 
For more details about Woodchester 
Valley Vineyard, visit its website -
www.woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk 
Business 
Armed reaches 2nd 
Birthday 
Armed and Gorgeous in Fountain 
Street is celebrating its secondanniversary at its new premises on4th June. 
Since its initial opening in 2015,
it has expanded to opening a cardand gift wrap shop downstairs. 
A&G is Òthrilled with our new 
position and continue to go fromstrength to strength bringing youuniquely designed, predominantlysterling silver, jewellery and ensure 
that a large percentage is designed 
and made by talented small Britishdesigners.Ó 
Do visit the bright and airy shopfor jewellery, gifts, leather bags, 
scarves and 
so much 
more! 
You can 
be sure of 
an excellent 
shoppingexperiencewhere the 
staff are 
always keento help. 
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Painting & decorating 
undertaken by 
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Advice on colours and soft furnishings 
Suppliers of fabrics, 
flooring & accessories 
Inside Out offers practical & affordable 
interior solutions 
Contact Fiona 
01249 783636 or 07909 542990 
www.inside-outdecorating.co.uk 
INSIDE OUT 


Phone lines open until 10pm 

01453 836186 

The Old Stamp Office, 

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Plant for Wildlife! 
When you buy plants for your gardenthis summer, go for something 
different and have fewer ÔbeddingÕplants. 
¥ Think bees, butterflies and wildlife! 
¥ If you seek plants then get those thatare Ôperfect for pollinatorsÕ. 
¥ Any daisy-like flower is good: flat,
open flowers like single dahlias. 
¥ Some bees like tubular flowers. 
¥ Try growing herbs in pots e.g 
marjoram. 
¥ Let your grass grow longer. 
¥ Bees and other pollinators sometimesneed to drink. Try providing a shallow 
dish filled with stones or marbles and 
topped up with water. 
¥ Avoid pesticide sprays! 
DonÕt forget to swap plants with 
neighbours and friends to extendthe varieties in your garden. Use theWatledge phone box to swap plants too. 
Plants to consider:-
Alliums, basil, bergamot, buddleia, 
campanula, catmint, chives, cornflower, 
single dahlias, hardy geraniums,
Echium, globe thistle, honeysuckle,
lavender, lavateria, marigold, nasturtium, 
penstemon,
poppies, runnerbeans, salvia, 
scabious, sedum, 
snap dragon,
sunflower, sweet 
william, verbena, 
weigela. 
There are lots 
more to try, so 
donÕt stop there! 
LocalA word from your new CountyCouncillor 
I would like to thank the residents of Nailsworth 
for having the confidence to put their ÔXÕ next to 
my name on 4th May. I am proud to represent my 
town, having lived here all my life. Residents 
who would like to discuss any issues regarding theresponsibilities of the County Council are alwayswelcome to contact me. You will find me very 
approachable and ready to help if I can. I intendto be at the monthly Nailsworth Market on the 3rdSaturday of each month to discuss any concernsrelating to services provided by the County, District 
or Town Councils. 
The County Council is responsible for servicesto education, social services, social care, road 
and footpaths, fire protection, libraries, consumerprotection and public transport. 
I shall be serving on the following committees atGCC:- Audit & Governance, Planning and Traffic 
Orders. 
834270 / steve.robinson@gloucestershire.gov.uk 
Report from your 
District Councillors 
It has been a busy yearfor the SDC and the townÕs 
representatives have had theirfair share of work to cover as 
well. 
Newland Homes continues 
to have discussions about its 
proposed development at thetown end of the Newmarket 
Valley arguing that some of 
the affordable homes may be 
made available to our 
Community Land Trust 
project for rental purposesfor Nailsworth people. 
The original proposalwas opposed but Newlandwon on appeal. (see articleon p17) 
SDC councillors also 
attended the recent meetingat Ringfield Close wherethe last of the 8 members of 
the community reside. The 
community is continuing to beactive with coffee mornings and 
Nailsworth Churches Together 
is on hand to support if needed -
as yet the call has not been sentout! 
For any SDC matters -
contact:Sue Reed - 833472 
Norman Kay - 833458Steve Robinson - 834270 
Are you a 
Carer for 
someone with 
Dementia? 
A free Positive 
Caring Course willstart in the Mortimer 
Rooms. 
8th June for 6 weeks 
10.30am-1pm 
Help with care andtravel costs are 
available on request. 
To book a place ring 
0800 694 8800 or 
01452 500885 
Plant for Wildlife! 
When you buy plants for your gardenthis summer, go for something 
different and have fewer ÔbeddingÕplants. 
¥ Think bees, butterflies and wildlife! 
¥ If you seek plants then get those thatare Ôperfect for pollinatorsÕ. 
¥ Any daisy-like flower is good: flat,
open flowers like single dahlias. 
¥ Some bees like tubular flowers. 
¥ Try growing herbs in pots e.g 
marjoram. 
¥ Let your grass grow longer. 
¥ Bees and other pollinators sometimesneed to drink. Try providing a shallow 
dish filled with stones or marbles and 
topped up with water. 
¥ Avoid pesticide sprays! 
DonÕt forget to swap plants with 
neighbours and friends to extendthe varieties in your garden. Use theWatledge phone box to swap plants too. 
Plants to consider:-
Alliums, basil, bergamot, buddleia, 
campanula, catmint, chives, cornflower, 
single dahlias, hardy geraniums,
Echium, globe thistle, honeysuckle,
lavender, lavateria, marigold, nasturtium, 
penstemon,
poppies, runnerbeans, salvia, 
scabious, sedum, 
snap dragon,
sunflower, sweet 
william, verbena, 
weigela. 
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donÕt stop there! 
LocalA word from your new CountyCouncillor 
I would like to thank the residents of Nailsworth 
for having the confidence to put their ÔXÕ next to 
my name on 4th May. I am proud to represent my 
town, having lived here all my life. Residents 
who would like to discuss any issues regarding theresponsibilities of the County Council are alwayswelcome to contact me. You will find me very 
approachable and ready to help if I can. I intendto be at the monthly Nailsworth Market on the 3rdSaturday of each month to discuss any concernsrelating to services provided by the County, District 
or Town Councils. 
The County Council is responsible for servicesto education, social services, social care, road 
and footpaths, fire protection, libraries, consumerprotection and public transport. 
I shall be serving on the following committees atGCC:- Audit & Governance, Planning and Traffic 
Orders. 
834270 / steve.robinson@gloucestershire.gov.uk 
Report from your 
District Councillors 
It has been a busy yearfor the SDC and the townÕs 
representatives have had theirfair share of work to cover as 
well. 
Newland Homes continues 
to have discussions about its 
proposed development at thetown end of the Newmarket 
Valley arguing that some of 
the affordable homes may be 
made available to our 
Community Land Trust 
project for rental purposesfor Nailsworth people. 
The original proposalwas opposed but Newlandwon on appeal. (see articleon p17) 
SDC councillors also 
attended the recent meetingat Ringfield Close wherethe last of the 8 members of 
the community reside. The 
community is continuing to beactive with coffee mornings and 
Nailsworth Churches Together 
is on hand to support if needed -
as yet the call has not been sentout! 
For any SDC matters -
contact:Sue Reed - 833472 
Norman Kay - 833458Steve Robinson - 834270 
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Things to celebrate at St. DominicÕs 
School! 
As the school year continues, pupils and staff have 
much to celebrate. The children have had lots of extended 
opportunities to enhance their learning and in many ofthese they have come out on top! We were delighted to win 
the Maths tournament at St. PeterÕs High School against 
five other Catholic Primary Schools. In the sportingarena this success was mirrored when we participated inthe recent Rugby Festival held at Marling School. Ourchildren excelled and finished joint 1st which was a greatachievement as we were competing against much larger 
schools from 
the Stroud 
Valley district. 
Our prize wasa rugby shirtsigned by allthe playersof Gloucester 
Rugby Team 
which will 
have prideof place inthe school 
entrance. 
But the 
celebrations 
do not stopthere! On 
Friday, 12th 
May we weredelighted thatour Class 2 
children were 
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famous clock was designed by Kit Williams, who is 
grandfather to one of our pupils. Our children jumped forjoy as the bubble were released, following the cutting ofa ribbon by Kit Williams and Dunisha, his granddaughter. 
The clock was first installed in 1986, and cost £50,000 to 
renovate. 
Looking forward: On 10th June at 4 pm we will betaking part in the celebrations to mark 100th Anniversary 
of the Wayside Cross, built in 1916/17. This memorial was 
the first one built to honour those that fought and died inthe Great War and thus holds much significance for the 
communities of Woodchester, Nailsworth and beyond. 
Our school will also host the reception afterwards. BishopDeclan will be officiating at the service and there will beother dignitaries in attendance on this very special occasion.
[Recent Issues of the NN have also mentioned the historyand Centenary events concerning the Wayside Cross.] 
The children are also getting ready to assist with ourannual summer School and Parish Fete on 8th July. The 
PTA have given the children a challenge to come up with 
some fundraising ideas to run their own stalls, which is a 
great way to develop the spirit of enterprise and bring thecommunities together. All are welcome to this summer 
extravaganza! 
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Things to celebrate at St. DominicÕs 
School! 
As the school year continues, pupils and staff have 
much to celebrate. The children have had lots of extended 
opportunities to enhance their learning and in many ofthese they have come out on top! We were delighted to win 
the Maths tournament at St. PeterÕs High School against 
five other Catholic Primary Schools. In the sportingarena this success was mirrored when we participated inthe recent Rugby Festival held at Marling School. Ourchildren excelled and finished joint 1st which was a greatachievement as we were competing against much larger 
schools from 
the Stroud 
Valley district. 
Our prize wasa rugby shirtsigned by allthe playersof Gloucester 
Rugby Team 
which will 
have prideof place inthe school 
entrance. 
But the 
celebrations 
do not stopthere! On 
Friday, 12th 
May we weredelighted thatour Class 2 
children were 
invited to take part in marking the iconic return ofthe Wishing Fish clock in Cheltenham Arcade. This 
famous clock was designed by Kit Williams, who is 
grandfather to one of our pupils. Our children jumped forjoy as the bubble were released, following the cutting ofa ribbon by Kit Williams and Dunisha, his granddaughter. 
The clock was first installed in 1986, and cost £50,000 to 
renovate. 
Looking forward: On 10th June at 4 pm we will betaking part in the celebrations to mark 100th Anniversary 
of the Wayside Cross, built in 1916/17. This memorial was 
the first one built to honour those that fought and died inthe Great War and thus holds much significance for the 
communities of Woodchester, Nailsworth and beyond. 
Our school will also host the reception afterwards. BishopDeclan will be officiating at the service and there will beother dignitaries in attendance on this very special occasion.
[Recent Issues of the NN have also mentioned the historyand Centenary events concerning the Wayside Cross.] 
The children are also getting ready to assist with ourannual summer School and Parish Fete on 8th July. The 
PTA have given the children a challenge to come up with 
some fundraising ideas to run their own stalls, which is a 
great way to develop the spirit of enterprise and bring thecommunities together. All are welcome to this summer 
extravaganza! 
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Choices, choices. Sometimes 
obvious, sometimes not. 
Whether itÕs about a lifestyle 
choice or who to vote for there 


important thing is that the limitsare what we CAN do, and not 
what we canÕt. No-one likes to 
be constantly told that what theythink, say or do is wrong. 
It is sometimes said that 
Christianity is about the thingswe canÕt do Ð that we focus on 
the things that we do wrong.
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to live a life that is about 
choosing to be the best youcan be, loving our neighbour, 
living healthily, standing up 
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beings and like everyone elsewe make mistakes. 
But making mistakes alsoallows us to learn and grow. So 
we choose to learn and grow, 
to make the choices that are 
given to us, using the Bible andJesusÕs teachings to help us. 
If you want to find out how tobe the best person you can beÐ wherever you are right now, 
why not make the choice to 
contact us. 
Helene Grant, Minister, Christ Church 
Nailsworth C of E Primary School 
Our creative topic in Year 5 this term is titled ÔAll 
aboard!Õ We are fascinated by the life stories of the 
Titanic passengers and crew, and have each taken on a 
character role to investigate. 
Did you know the head chef, Mr. Charles John 
Joughin, imbibed a large amount of alcohol to help 
him survive in the freezing water? Or that Mr. Ismay 
(Owner of the Titanic) was branded a coward for 
jumping into an empty life boat to save his own selfish 
life? 
We have discovered lots of facts about the ship such 
as its top speed of 24 knots and that it needed to burnover 600 tonnes of coal a day. 
Year 5 have composed a kennings poem and written 
postcards as the passengersimagining what life aboardwould be like. 
Postcard home. 
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Dear All, 
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enjoying the opulent experience of being surrounded by 
the most advanced sailing technology in the world. It isa privilege to be amongst the social elite class with alltheir fancy clothes and posh accents. We cannot wait 
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Horsley C of E (Aided) Primary School 
We have so much to tell you about this month, starting 
with news of our Eco Loo! 
Horsley Primary is the first school in Gloucestershire tohave a composting toilet in its playground. 
Because our 
playground is notan integral partof the school, anychildren needingthe toilet at break, 
lunch or duringoutdoor lessons, 
would have to be 
escorted back to 
the main school 
building. 
To mark the 
Ôofficial openingÕwe welcomed 
back our former 
interim Head 
David Williams, 
who originallyinitiated the 
project. Daviddeclared the toilet open for ÔbusinessÕ and read a poem 
specially composed for the occasion by a former parent É 
ThereÕs an eco loo in our playground in case you 
get Ôcaught shortÕWhen I answer the call of nature I have this 
warming thoughtNot only do I gain relief when I come in to weeIÕm helping to save Mother Earth!
That fills my heart with gleeI want to thank whoever thought to put this toilethere 
ItÕll bring relief to boys and girls year after yearafter year 
David Barker 
We also celebrate the achievement of Oliver and Felix 
from Owls Class (Years 5 & 6) who came first out of 
over 80 schools taking part in the recent Knex CountyChampionship at Millbrook Academy in Brockworth. 
The challengewas to build a 
Moon Buggywhich Felix 
and Oliver set 
about with greatdetermination and 
flair. They were the 
only team to usegears on both oftheir designs. As 
well as winningKnex kits for 
themselves, the 
boys were alsogiven some for theschool. 
Finally we musttell you about ourwonderful ÔMayDayÕ celebration 
(photograph onfront page). 
We welcomed in the beginning of summer in true Horsley 
style, starting on the grass outside school with solo piecesfrom talented individuals playing a variety of musicalinstruments. 
This yearÕs May Queen was eldest girl Chinu, and 
her attendants were Amelia and Danielle. Our ÔJack in 
the GreenÕ was year 6 eldest boy Cameron who looked 
resplendent in his costume of green leaves and foliage. 
Together they lead the whole school, all dressed in bright 
colours with flowers in their hair and carrying flowergarland hoops, down to the Washpool, followed by parents 
and villagers. 
Badgers and Otters classes (Years 1, 2, 3 & 4) recited 
poems and Foxes Reception Class sang a song. Processingonwards, accompanied by joyful May tunes, we arrived atHorsley Mill where we enjoyed country dancing followedby croissants and drinks kindly provided by Ruskin MillCollege. 
Our thanks to all who helped make the day a really specialand memorable event! 
Gary Price, Headteacher. 
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Horsley C of E (Aided) Primary School 
We have so much to tell you about this month, starting 
with news of our Eco Loo! 
Horsley Primary is the first school in Gloucestershire tohave a composting toilet in its playground. 
Because our 
playground is notan integral partof the school, anychildren needingthe toilet at break, 
lunch or duringoutdoor lessons, 
would have to be 
escorted back to 
the main school 
building. 
To mark the 
Ôofficial openingÕwe welcomed 
back our former 
interim Head 
David Williams, 
who originallyinitiated the 
project. Daviddeclared the toilet open for ÔbusinessÕ and read a poem 
specially composed for the occasion by a former parent É 
ThereÕs an eco loo in our playground in case you 
get Ôcaught shortÕWhen I answer the call of nature I have this 
warming thoughtNot only do I gain relief when I come in to weeIÕm helping to save Mother Earth!
That fills my heart with gleeI want to thank whoever thought to put this toilethere 
ItÕll bring relief to boys and girls year after yearafter year 
David Barker 
We also celebrate the achievement of Oliver and Felix 
from Owls Class (Years 5 & 6) who came first out of 
over 80 schools taking part in the recent Knex CountyChampionship at Millbrook Academy in Brockworth. 
The challengewas to build a 
Moon Buggywhich Felix 
and Oliver set 
about with greatdetermination and 
flair. They were the 
only team to usegears on both oftheir designs. As 
well as winningKnex kits for 
themselves, the 
boys were alsogiven some for theschool. 
Finally we musttell you about ourwonderful ÔMayDayÕ celebration 
(photograph onfront page). 
We welcomed in the beginning of summer in true Horsley 
style, starting on the grass outside school with solo piecesfrom talented individuals playing a variety of musicalinstruments. 
This yearÕs May Queen was eldest girl Chinu, and 
her attendants were Amelia and Danielle. Our ÔJack in 
the GreenÕ was year 6 eldest boy Cameron who looked 
resplendent in his costume of green leaves and foliage. 
Together they lead the whole school, all dressed in bright 
colours with flowers in their hair and carrying flowergarland hoops, down to the Washpool, followed by parents 
and villagers. 
Badgers and Otters classes (Years 1, 2, 3 & 4) recited 
poems and Foxes Reception Class sang a song. Processingonwards, accompanied by joyful May tunes, we arrived atHorsley Mill where we enjoyed country dancing followedby croissants and drinks kindly provided by Ruskin MillCollege. 
Our thanks to all who helped make the day a really specialand memorable event! 
Gary Price, Headteacher. 
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Beaudesert Park School 

Thanks in part to funds raised by Beaudesert, a boysÕfootball team from the slums of Mumbai is on track to travel 
to the UK later this year to take part in a football tour of fivedifferent schools. 

Fundraising events at Beaudesert so far have includeda very bling Bollywood disco and a sell-out curry night,
but the main event has been The Big Beaudesert Dribble.
Pupils, parents, staff and even some famous football playersgathered sponsors and donned trainers to dribble footballsthe total 4,543 mile distance that lies between the school and 
the Indian football teamÕs home in India. Pupils were thrilled 


Madi Rhys-Davies 

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Rovers players Rob Sinclair, Sam Wedgbury and Omar 
Bugiel. 

The dribbling effort was also helped by Ashok Rathod, 
founder of the innovative OSCAR Foundation in India, 
and the person who developed the football tour initiativein the first place. AshokÕs not-for-profit organisation worksto give communities and underprivileged children a betterunderstanding of how education and community involvementcan provide them with alternatives to life on the street. Oneof the ways it engages with children is through sport. The 
money raised by Beaudesert will not only help make thefootball tour possible, but also support the wider work of theOSCAR Foundation. 

www.beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk 

up a lot of debt, to come out at the end with a degree that IwasnÕt interested in, or wasnÕt going to utilise. 

It was then that I came across the idea of an 
apprenticeship. On the job learning whilst getting paid,
without having to move miles away from home to anunfamiliar area? Yes please! 

There are so many apprenticeship schemes available, fromconstruction to becoming a paralegal, that I decided this wasgoing to be my next step. IÕm still not 100% certain on whatI want to do, but business, accounting and finance seems tobe the most appropriate for me at the moment- itÕs what I 
enjoy, and what IÕve spent the last 2 years doing A-Levels 
in. 

Who knows where IÕll be in 5 years, but at least for now Ihave some sort of plan! 

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History 

FGRÕs history is well documented, but it does 
no harm to remind readers of a few snippets ofthe past. 

The Club was founded in 1889 by a localminister in Forest Green and in 1894 became a 
member of the Mid-Gloucestershire League. 

The changing rooms were at the JovialForesters and the jog up to The Lawn warmed 
the players up before kick-off. 


Over the years the team grew and inched upthe various league and has spent the last 18 yearsin the National League (tier 5). 

It is easy to forget all those who have made 
FGR what it is today, but one shouldnÕt forget 
the enormous work of Chairman Trevor Horsleyseeing out his vision for a new stadium at thepresent site and rescuing FGR from what couldwell have been oblivion many years ago. 

Former manager Frank Gregan had the 
foresight to create an Academy and encourage 
the Club to be more professional both on and off 
the pitch. 

TodayÕs Club is the culmination of all this 
work and thanks must go to Dale Vince for his 
support and vision, and not forgetting Mark 
Cooper and his team 

Elsie HislopÕs Dad Writes 

ÒWhat an incredible day, I havenÕt stopped 
smiling since the final whistle. 

Having tasted defeat in last yearÕs play off 
final makes this moment feel even sweeter for 
us all and itÕs thoroughly deserved after another 
long hard season. 

It wasnÕt just the result, it was the manner 
in which the whole team played so well on anoccasion which the nerves could have got thebetter of them. 

After a dreamy first half they stood strong asa team and apart from a hairy moment whenFGRÕs Russell in goal decided to try and Ôskill Ôa 

couple of the Tranmere strikers and 
lost the ball, we held firm and restricted them to 
very few clear chances.Ó 

ElsieÕs Report 

After a long, long journey, Forest Green 
Rovers has managed to reach the play-offs. They 
have fought so hard this season and are realisingthe importance of what could happen if they getthrough into league two! 

Last year they managed to get all the way toWembley, but sadly suffered a defeat against 
Grimsby. 

All season my family and I have beendreaming to redeem ourselves and make our wayback to the National Stadium! 

On the 7th of May we faced our first challengeagainst Dagenham and Redbridge. 

Martin Stone 

When we played them at the New Lawn itwas already 1-1 on aggregate so you couldtell it was going to be a tense game. HoweverI was slightly nervous as FGR has been abit unpredictable this season but I knew thatsomething good would come our way. 


George Baines 

Forest Green won that match 2-0 and for 

every goal scored by FGR a green smokething exploded creating anatmosphere which was justunbelievable. 

James Heslop 
At the end everyone wasbuzzing and ran straightonto the pitch to join theplayers. I couldnÕt believe 
my eyes; the New Lawnswarmed with people:
singing, cheering, screamingand even more green smokefilled the air. 

FGR were going backonce more to Wembley. 

Forest Green Rovers Sunday 14th May 

On the way to London 

Wembley is a humongous Green Rovers, from little playing to get promoted into the first time in a 128 

For a small club we were of this fantastic were filled with Tranmere outnumbered us by thousands. good things come in small 

My dad said, ÒWeÕre parking car park just for luck,Ó and supporters had the same car and immediately Green fans. 

Because we were so outnumbered each othera great and funny environment we were back at the 

After grabbing some food the stadium and thatÕ 
started to hit me. 


When you walk around little glimpses of the you step out to go into there mesmerised by 

Despite the fact that we the tiers you could just like if it was! 


Every goal that was scored amazing and showed had to offer. 

At half time it was 3-1 scored everyone went in the second half would be able to feel to speak because of the noise 

There werenÕt any more half although there were attempts. 


Rovers Promoted 
I had butterflies in my 

humongous stadium and ForestGreen little old Nailsworth, were 
into the Football Leaguefor 128 years. 

were taking in everymoment experience. The streets 
ranmere supporters whooutnumbered thousands. But like they say:
small packages! 

parking in the greenand it looked like other 
idea. I stepped out ofthe saw a big group of 

outnumbered everyoneacknowledged other, got along and it was 
environment to be in. It felt asthough the New Lawn! 

food we made our wayinto thatÕs when the excitement 

around inside you can seethose the ground inside. Butwhen into your seats you juststand by the size. 

we didnÕt even fill up one 
just picture what it would 


scored by both teamswas showed off what the National 

to us and when a goalwas went mental! If we scoredanymore half IÕm pretty sure noone feel their hands or be able 
noise we were making. 

more goals in the secondhalf some really close 


When it went into injury time I thinkeverybody was so excited but also really tensebecause it seemed as if the final whistle would 
never go. 

After 7 extra minutes the whistle finally wentand Forest Green Rovers are going to be inLeague 2! 

The presentation was even better - the stadium 
went crazy! The players were so excited. They 
were getting the crowd up cheering. A couple of 
them did a synchronised worm and obviouslythey did a massive slide towards the crowd. This 
raised the noise from the fans even more! 


Overall, it was a great day and I canÕt believe 
that we are going to be in League 2. 

When I got home I had to pinch myself tomake sure that we had just been to Wembley and 
witnessed our local team get promoted into thefootball league. 

What an exciting time! CanÕt wait to see you 
all there next season! 

Come On you Rovers! 

FGR is now well know throughout the worldfor its eco and vegan philosophies, but theWembley success even hit the news in Aukland, 
New Zealand. 

Ray Clarke emailed the NN informingus of this and it was based on, Òan Englishperson living in NZ who flew to the match vTranmere then back to NZ again, just becausehe supported Tranmere. That is why the match 
outcome made the news here in NZ!Ó Now that 
really is dedication. 

WeÕll ask FGR to get Ray here for next yearÕs 
promotion party! 

Now that the Club is a member of the Football 
League, there should be automatic funding forthe Academy team as well - this can be a greatsource of new talent for FGR as has already beenshown with 17 and 18 year old playing for localclubs of quality and gaining valuable experience. 

George Baines 

Average gates this year have been about 
1,800 per game, but next season with manylocal derbies as well, it is estimated that another 
600 could be regular attendees on match days 

-perhaps now is the time to look into SeasonTickets - may just get a bargain! 
Visit: www.forestgreenroversfc.com for the 

latest news on and off the pitch. 
Photos Peter Barnes unless otherwise noted 

George Baines 


ThinkingTime Pays 
Off! 
Nevaya Ostle was 
asked by Mum,
Kim, if she would be 
interested in takingpart in a ÔswimathonÕfor a charity andshe dived in at the 
chance! 
ÒSwimming allowsfor thinking time, soI knew I would enjoythe challenge,Ó shesaid, with a beamingsmile. 
Her weeklyswimming atStratford Park was of huge use ascovering a few lengths for Marie 
Curie would be a doddle, but she 
went further É it would be a massive 
200 lengths, but it was all for a great 
cause. 
£200 was the target from family, 
friends and staff at Nailsworth 
School and DadÕs workmates, but she 
smashed it and raised £500 in a time 
of 2hrs 32m 35s. Amazing! 
A well deserved presentation was 
made at Nailsworth School with 
Sarah Harris from Marie Curie and 
not to be left out, PE teacher Mark 
Davies also received a certificate for 
his watery efforts! 
Charity by Children 
ThinkingTime Pays 
Off! 
Nevaya Ostle was 
asked by Mum,
Kim, if she would be 
interested in takingpart in a ÔswimathonÕfor a charity andshe dived in at the 
chance! 
ÒSwimming allowsfor thinking time, soI knew I would enjoythe challenge,Ó shesaid, with a beamingsmile. 
Her weeklyswimming atStratford Park was of huge use ascovering a few lengths for Marie 
Curie would be a doddle, but she 
went further É it would be a massive 
200 lengths, but it was all for a great 
cause. 
£200 was the target from family, 
friends and staff at Nailsworth 
School and DadÕs workmates, but she 
smashed it and raised £500 in a time 
of 2hrs 32m 35s. Amazing! 
A well deserved presentation was 
made at Nailsworth School with 
Sarah Harris from Marie Curie and 
not to be left out, PE teacher Mark 
Davies also received a certificate for 
his watery efforts! 
Charity by Children 
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EXHIBITIONS 
Friday 26 May The Colourful Graphic World of Miranda Barker 
to Sunday 18 June 
Monday 19 June Gallery closed for exhibition installation 
to Friday 7 July 
Saturday 8 July Ruskin Mill College StudentsÕ Summer Exhibition represents and 
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DEC gain TobyÕs support 
Six-year-old Toby James completed asponsored walk for DEC last month. 
He walked from SainsburyÕs Dudbridge 
to Nailsworth via the cycle track. 
From his original target of £50, Toby 
has raised an astonishing £553.06. 
Toby was driven to do something after 
feeling so upset by an advert he had seenwhich showed people affected by famine. 
He wanted to send his Lego to help buthis Mum Sophiehelped him todecide to walk 
instead. 
He is 
photographedhere with his bigsister Hollie who 
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Mon -Fri 9.30 -4.30pm & S at 9.30 -12.30pm 
MaryÕs Meals is a wonderful charity that St.
GeorgeÕs Church has taken on board to support. 
Already, in the space of just a few weeks, with 
Lunch Specials and similar events, well over £1,000 
has been raised towards a target of £3,000. 

MaryÕs Meals is a simple idea that works. By 
providing daily meals in a place of learning, MaryÕs 
Meals attracts chronically hungry children into theclassroom, where they receive an education thatcan, in the future, be their ladder out of poverty. 

The MaryÕs Meals campaign was born in 2002 
when Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow visited Malawiduring a famine and met a mother dying fromAIDS. When Magnus asked her eldest son Edward 
what his dreams were in life, he replied simply, ÒI 
want to have enough food to eat and to go to school

one day.Ó 

Please visit 

www.marysmeals.org.uk 

to find out more about the work 
of MaryÕs Meals or contact our 
very own Sue Sobczak who cantell you all about it 

MaryÕs MealsÕ provides daily 


meals to more than 1.1 million 
children every day they attend school, working in
14 countries including Malawi, Liberia, Zambia,
Kenya, Haiti, India and South Sudan. 


The average global cost to provide a child withMaryÕs Meals for a whole school year is just 
£13.90. It would be wonderful for Nailsworth to 
show its flag again somewhere in the world! 

Contact Sue: suesobczak@gmail.com / 833526 

The Nailsworth Duck Trail -
Until 20 June 2017 (supported by the Chamber of Trade) 
Over 40 traders in Nailsworth have adopted ducks. These ducks 
can be found in the shops or offices around the town and should bevisible from the window. 
The purpose of the trail is for you to find all the ducks which havebeen adopted. 
Prizes for: 
¥ Finding all theDucks Ð note their 
number on the form. 
¥ Finding the GoldenDuck Ð Identify itsnumber and location. 
¥ Choose yourfavourite duck for 
the decorator to win 
a prize. 
Collect your Entry Forms from the TIC and return before 4.30pm 
on Tuesday 20th June 2017. 
At the end of the trail the celebrity ducks will be sold by auction atthe Nailsworth Market on 24th June at 12pm 2017. 
Celebrity Ducks include -
For more info: Liz Townley (07736359381) 
¥ Cow Duck 
¥ Patchwork 
¥ Gloucester Rugby Club¥ Jack Russell 
¥ Katie Fforde 
¥ The Nailsworth Duck 
¥ The Olympic Row Duck 
¥ Coronation Street 
¥ Jackie 
¥ Forest Green Rovers 
¥ Delph¥ Duck ala Orange 
Knife Making Weekend at Nailsworth 
Community Workshop 


9th-11th June. Cost £195 to include all tuition and materials. 
Minimum age 15. 

Starting at 7-9pm on the Friday evening then all day Saturday andSunday you can make yourself a beautiful knife and sheath ready totake away with you. 

The steel knife, wooden handle and sheath) made by moundingveg-tanned leather) are all part of the workshop. Contact Pam:


07971 737626 / pam@practicalintelligence.org.uk 

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Local & Events Local & Events 
Friday Night Comedy Evening 
Comedy evening in Nailsworth Community Workshop on 30th 
June. Doors open at 7.30pm with acts beginning at 8.00pm 
We have Angie Belcher headlining with supporting acts from Jamie 
DÕSouza, Morgan Rees, Richard Jay and Riordan Deehn-Jack. As 
ever, Gavin Pond will be acting as MC. 
Entry is £5 with tickets available in advance from the workshop oron the door. There will also be a licenced bar. 
Contact Pam: 07971 737626 / pam@practicalintelligence.org.uk 
Anniversary Invitation


The Stroud & District Macular was the same as it is today, to 
Society Support Group invite you find a cure for macular disease 
to Celebrate its 30th anniversary in the future and providewith an awareness day. rehabilitation and support now. 

As our population ages, raising

30th June at Naislworth Library

awareness of macular conditions

10.30am-12.30pm 

and the SocietyÕs services has 

Since the Society was formed 

never been more important.

by a small group of patients and 

General information leaflets

eye consultants, the Society has 

will be available as well as local

helped hundreds of thousands 

group information.

of people living with macularconditions and invested millions We look forward to seeing you 
in medical research. The Society there. 
could not have done this without 

Group Leader and Members

the generosity of members, 

Stroud & District Macular

supporters and volunteers. 

Society Support Group

The SocietyÕs mission in 1987 

Nigglesworth 

Northfields Road/Inchbrook Hill

residents have long been exasperated by

frequent inappropriate parking. 

Many passing bays are almost

permanently clogged with parked cars, but

this one Òtook the biscuit.Ó 

Parked immediately on the junction

with Jubilee Road, blocking the junction

exit completely and causing confusion to

drivers in all directions anticipating that

the vehicle had a driver in it. Not so. 

We hear that it was parked Òfor at least an hour that we knew of.Ó 

Name and address supplied. 

Nailsworth Writer Publishes 
Second Book 



Allegra Etheridge

is a Nailsworth 

resident and has 
written her second 
book called 
ÔEffective Metaphors 
for Children: 
A Resource for 
Therapists, Parentsand TeachersÕ. 

It aims to supportchildren with 
emotional resilience. 
Perhaps you knowa child who wants 
to overcome beingbullied or to managetheir anger. They 
may be bed-wetting- or have moved house and are adjusting to change.
They could be struggling with bereavement orillness. Just as each child is unique, so the fortymetaphorical stories in this book address a widerange of issues which are unique to children. 

Allegra moved to town in 2008 and was marriedin Nailsworth last year. Her ancestors on her 
fatherÕs side came from Horsley, Painswick and 
Minchinhampton. She can actually trace ancestorshere back to 1728. ÒIt was one of the reasons which 
drew me here to live as I really feel that I havecome home.Ó 

In terms of the bookÕs 
availability, it can be ordered 
in all bookshops including theYellow Lighted Bookshop in 
Nailsworth. ItÕs also available 
on Amazon in Kindle version. 

If locals want to contact 
Allegra to talk about this book,
writing or publishing (eg. toyoung people), she is open to supporting in anyway she can: 


allegra@write-film-edit.co.uk 


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Save Nailsworth Valley
Consultation ends 5th June 


Newland Homes has now submitted 
detailed designs of its proposeddevelopment of Pike Lane. It has outlineapproval to build 17 dwellings, includingfive for Ôaffordable housingÕ. Newland 
HomesÕ detailed designs have to go 
through Planning and, as before, youhave the right to comment. 

SDC is not writing to people to tellthem that the developers have submittedtheir detailed plans. 

Following representation, SDC hasagreed to extend the consultation period 
to 5th June. You can find details of the 
plans by visiting -

www.stroud.gov.uk/apps/planning

and putting 

S.17/0883/REM

in the search box. 
This is a very unpopular development 


-as shown by the huge public oppositionto NewlandÕs original application. 
Newland Homes claims that it has 
responded positively to commentswhile Òstill retaining a design thatis fitting for this special locationÓ.
Many residents disagree and stillthink it is worth working with townand district councillors to protect thevalley and make sure that the site isdeveloped with the minimum adverseimpact possible. 

It is also important to reducethe damage and nuisance from theconstruction process. NewlandHomes has to submit a ÔConstruction 

Method StatementÕ setting out how this 
process will be managed. This could 
include maximum size of vehicles, 
working hours and noise reduction,
managing traffic on Pike Lane andthrough the town, and parking. The 
statement has not yet been submitted, butit is important that SDC consult on it. 

If you want to see a Local ConnectionsPolicy in place for the Ôaffordable 
housingÕ to enable the Nailsworth CLTto compete to acquire the freehold ofthese homes you should make this clear. 
The CLT would ensure that affordable 
housing is available to Nailsworthresidents in housing need in perpetuity. 

Send your comments on the applicationto Stroud District Council by 5th June. 

You will find more will find more more 
information on the Save Nailsworth 
Valley FaceBook page. 

DonÕt delay, time is short! 


Nailsworth Society 
Theatregoers 
Two shows are now available for 
booking as follows: 
ÒMy Fair LadyÓ by Lerner andLoewe. 
Thursday 28th September at7.30pm. 
This well known musical is 
based on George Bernard ShawÕs 
Pygmalion and is the story of anEdwardian cockney flower girlÕs 
transformation into the pride ofLondon society. 
Depart Nailsworth Town Sqare at 
17.30 hours. Cost £42.50. 
Payment by July 14th. 
ÒHow the Other Half LovesÓ byAlan Ayckbourn 
Thursday 9th November at 2pm. 
A clever, funny and beautifully 
crafted play which juggles timeand space to present the lives ofthree married couples. Like allAyckbournÕs comedies it is about 
precise interaction of sex andclass in modern society. 
Depart Nailsworth Town Square 
at noon. Cost £35 
Payment by August 17th 
Anyone interested should contactthe group organiser: 
Gordon Wyles - 833841gordonwyles15@gmail.com 
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Nailsworth Rising Stars 
Dario Travaini has been teaching guitarlocally for the past 15 years. Working with 
people of all ages and abilities from beginnerto seasoned performer, he has helped them 
learn or improve their guitar playing. 
ÒItÕs so rewarding seeing peopleÕs 
confidence and skills grow in ways theythought not possible before.Ó 
Here are two of our local musicians and 
stories of their successes. 
Lindsay Allen-HyndÒI started lessons with Dario when I was 
14 and over those five years he gave methe skills and inspiration to take my guitarplaying to the next level, writing my ownsongs, playing in bands and later on passingon those skills to budding guitarists.
ÒPerforming and teaching with my guitaris a big part of life and will go on to be alifelong passion.
ÒThrough learning the guitar, IÕve made 
so many great connections and bonds.
Many doors have opened since then and hisinspirational teaching enabled me to discoverthis lifelong passion.Ó 
Bill Robinson 
ÒFrom learning to play with Dario over 10years ago, I started song writing on the guitarand formed a band Slow Falling Sun -www. 
slowfallingsun.com that put out some earlyrecordings in 2013.
ÒWe started to gig the songs and build 
a following around London, Bristol,
Cheltenham. 
ÒIn 2016 we were signed to an independentlabel and recorded a second album in 
Gloucestershire and completed the record atAbbey Road Studios in London.
ÒThat moment, when we were in Abbey 
Road with Frank Arkwright who has worked 
with my own musical heroes, mastering ourown songs was the stuff of dreams. 
ÒThe whole process from strumming achord, writing a song, through to recordingand performing is something else. And my 
experience shows itÕs never too late to start!Ó 
Dario can be contacted at: 
dario@tkrpartnership.co.uk 
Tel: 07817 031707 
or 
836597 
Local & Events 
Nailsworth Rising Stars 
Dario Travaini has been teaching guitarlocally for the past 15 years. Working with 
people of all ages and abilities from beginnerto seasoned performer, he has helped them 
learn or improve their guitar playing. 
ÒItÕs so rewarding seeing peopleÕs 
confidence and skills grow in ways theythought not possible before.Ó 
Here are two of our local musicians and 
stories of their successes. 
Lindsay Allen-HyndÒI started lessons with Dario when I was 
14 and over those five years he gave methe skills and inspiration to take my guitarplaying to the next level, writing my ownsongs, playing in bands and later on passingon those skills to budding guitarists.
ÒPerforming and teaching with my guitaris a big part of life and will go on to be alifelong passion.
ÒThrough learning the guitar, IÕve made 
so many great connections and bonds.
Many doors have opened since then and hisinspirational teaching enabled me to discoverthis lifelong passion.Ó 
Bill Robinson 
ÒFrom learning to play with Dario over 10years ago, I started song writing on the guitarand formed a band Slow Falling Sun -www. 
slowfallingsun.com that put out some earlyrecordings in 2013.
ÒWe started to gig the songs and build 
a following around London, Bristol,
Cheltenham. 
ÒIn 2016 we were signed to an independentlabel and recorded a second album in 
Gloucestershire and completed the record atAbbey Road Studios in London.
ÒThat moment, when we were in Abbey 
Road with Frank Arkwright who has worked 
with my own musical heroes, mastering ourown songs was the stuff of dreams. 
ÒThe whole process from strumming achord, writing a song, through to recordingand performing is something else. And my 
experience shows itÕs never too late to start!Ó 
Dario can be contacted at: 
dario@tkrpartnership.co.uk 
Tel: 07817 031707 
or 
836597 
Local & Events 
Dying without a Will. Now thatÕs a real tragedy. 
David Martin, local consultant, 
Steele Rose & Co 
01453 836699 07973 405997 
dcmartin@hotmail.co.uk 
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Members of the Society of Will Writers 

My name is David Martin and IÕm the local 
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Home Visit Will Writers. I have 28 yearsÕ 
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Writing a Will is easier and cheaper than you 
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existing Will, discuss your Will arrangements, 
Lasting Powers of Attorney or other associated 
legal services, at a mutually convenient time 
in the comfort and privacy of your own home, 
please contact me. 

The Convent 
Community
Choirs Summer 
Concert 


The Convent, South 
Woodchester, 
Friday 16th June8:00pm - 10:00pm 

The Convent CommunitymenÕs and ladiesÕ choir 
brings you its summerconcert for one night only. 

With music from a 
range of styles there issomething for everyoneto enjoy. From the men 
performing the stunningÔEverytime I Look At YouÕto the ladies upbeat ÔI willsurvive/SurvivorÕ mash 
up. The repertoire also 
includes Allan KoepkeÕs 
ÔSeeds of HopeÕ by the 
joint choirs, the classicspiritual ÔMotherlessChildÕ and the light hearted 
war time favorite ÔDonÕt 
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known numbers. 

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WhatÕs On - June 2017 

To request an event listing, contact Kelly Haines whatson@nailsworthnews.org.uk 
Please submit July and August events by 15th June 
Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nailsworthnews and add events there as well! 


New Events This Month 

Fridays 2nd, 16th, 30th June. Bingo, 7.15pm. Nailsworth Comrades

Club. 
Monday 5th June. All Seasons Forest School. Start of 6 weeks 
course. Ages 8-12 at Norton Woods. 4-6pm. Limited places, book inadvance. Info: Tracy 833212 

Friday 9th June, Longfield Solstice Walk. 5km or 10k routes to choose. 
Starts from Longfield Hospice, Burleigh Lane at 6.30pm. Info: Vicki 

Saturday 10th June. Stroud Choral Society & Minipins Concert.

St Georges Church, 7.30pm. Tickets £18. Rutter: Mass for Children, 
Bernstein: Chicester Psalms. Info: Keith 07768 903752 

Wednesday 14th June, Opening of Glendower Cottage. Former home 

of Welsh Super-tramp poet WH Davies. Great Nephew Norman Davies 

returning after 14 years. Town Crier starts at 2pm. Info re tickets: 

832228 
Thursday 15th June. Cafe Plus - Coffee, teas, juice, snacks. Creative 
arts activities. All ages welcome. Christ Church meeting rooms. 10.0011.30am. 
All profits to Charity. 

Saturday June 24th, 10am-5pm Town Hall. Mind, Body and Spirit 
Fayre. Stalls selling books, jewlerey, crystals etc. Also availble to find 
out more about holisitc health, tarot reading and reiki. Info : Julie Fenn 
at https://www.facebook.com/divinereikitraining/ 

Sunday 25th 2-6pm, Open Garden Event. 3 gardens off Chestnut 
Hill. Combined entry £5. Park at Prices Mill Surgery. Tea/coffee/cake 
available Floris House & Copperfield House. Contact Gill 07805096938 

Friday 30th June, Macular Society 30th anniversary. Library10.30am-12.30pm 

Numerous talks happening this month - see Talks/Groups 

There is no August issue of the Nailsworth News. Submit August Event details by 15th June for July Paper 

Arts & 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
07539 548648 or www.practicalintelligence.org.uk/print-making.php 


Five Valleys Quilters - 2nd Wednesday of the month. Info: Debbie 
07850 943696 or email fivevq@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 
Stained Glass & Mosaic Workshops, Tuesdays 7-9pm and Fridays 
2-4pm, Nailsworth community workshop Subs, 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 11am1pm 
Friday 9-11am 11.30am-1.30pm. Sub rooms. Info: Pam 07971 
737626 


1st Nailsworth Brownies (7-10 yrs) & 1st Nailsworth Guides(10-14 yrs) on Mondays. 1st Nailsworth Rainbows (5-7 yrs) &
1st Nailsworth Senior Section (14-25 yrs) on Tuesdays. www. 
girlguidingnailsworth.wordpress.com 

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. 
Community Workshops for home-educated children (7+ yrs),
Fridays 9am & 11.30am (£10). Info: Pam 07971 737626 


Fun Day Fridays - simple craft activities for pre-school children,


every second 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 per session. 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 the playground, if the gate is shut phone 01453 833511 to be 
let in (£2) 


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). 

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

Church & Faith 

St. Georges 11am Sunday Service 

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, Nailsworth Social Club. Every Sunday 6.15pm. 
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 

Credit Union, Wednesdays 2.30-4pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 298785 

Forest Green Senior Citizens, Thursdays 2-4pm, Arkell Centre. Info: 
David 833411 
Home-Start Stroud District, Forest Green Family Fun, Wednesday 

and Friday 10-11.30 (term time only). Arkell Centre, Free (but 

donations welcome). Info: 821085 
Library Club for older people, 2nd Wednesday of the month, 11am12pm, 
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, Egypt Mill. 
Info: Richard 07814 223567 

Monday Club Day Centre at Concord, 10am-2.45pm, £4.50 toinclude morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea. Info: Lois 07757 
366382 

Nailsworth Community Workshop, Tuesdays 1.30-4pm, Subscription 
Rooms. Info: Info Pam 07971 737626 

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 

Nailsworth Probus Club, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday 10am, 

Mortimer Room. Info: Peter Boxall 832880 
Quiz Night, 1st Saturday of the month 8-8.30pm start, ComradesClub. Info: 832646 

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


07490 220773 

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 ofthe month, 2pm. 
Sporting Memories Foundation, group for older people living with

dementia to share memories of playing/watching sport. 2-3.30Ppm1st/3rd Mondays monthly. Nailsworth Suite, FGR. Info: Stuart email 
revstuartradford@yahoo.co.uk 

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 

Dance 

Dance classes, Wednesdays 7.45pm (intermediate collegiate shag) 
and 9pm (intermediate lindy hop), Comrades Club. Info: Nicky07728 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

Accessible Yoga, Tuesdays 10am, Wednesdays 7pm, Thursdays 

5.45pm Sawyer Hall. Info: Sally 751937 
Ashtanga Yoga, Mondays 7pm, Wednesdays 9.15am, Thursdays 
12.15pm, Saturdays 9.30am Sawyer Hall and Wednesdays 6.30pm 
Sub Rooms. Info: Stuart 07986 003602 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 
Pilates (Fusion) Tuesdays 6.30pm Sub rooms, Wednesdays 12.15 
Sawyer Hall. Info: Stuart 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 6.00-7.00pm Nailsworth Primary School. 
Suitable for all levels £7.00 Info: 07920 424095 or www. 
cotswoldfitforyou.co.uk 

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 hourgentle walk. £3 to include drink, soup & roll at the Comrades Club 
afterwards. Info: Mike 832739 

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 

Nailsworth Singers, Tuesdays 10.30am-12pm. Upstairs Sub Rooms. 
Recruiting both male and female voice for fun and informal learning 
of songs. Info: Biddy Turner amberleycc@gmail.com or 07814 
652735 

The Convent Community MenÕs Choir, Tuesdays 7.45pm, The 

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

Nailsworth Silver Band, Mondays (beginners 5.30pm, training band6pm, band rehearsal 7.15pm), Band Room Brewery Lane 

Food, Drink, Fetes & Markets 

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, MortimerGardens 

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: 07734886275 or ruth.king123@btopenworld.com 

Nailsworth Mills Bowling Club Taster Sessions, Fridays, 6.15pm 

-8.45pm. Coaching given - bring flat shoes. Info: John 833966 or 
Julia.stannard1@sky.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 


Sunday Swimmers, Sundays, Beaudesert Park School pool, spaces
available. Info: 839304 (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 

Talks & Groups

NSOC Arts, Craft & Music Group, Monday 5th June, 7.30pm.
Russian Art: Realism to Revolution - Paul Chapman. Info: Jane 
835554 

Nailsworth and District Flower Arranging Society, Wednesday 
6th June, 7.30pm, Town Hall. June Arnaud Metairie Demonstration 
ÔFrom My ShedÕ Competition: ÔA Box of DelightsÕ (an arrangement 
in a box). Info: Linda 01453 758496 

NSOC Local History & Research Group Monday 12th June, 7.30pm. 
Woodchester Mansion: ArtistryÕs haunting curse : the incomplete - 
Margaret Lister. Info: Paul 836331 

NSOC Gardening Group, Monday 19th June. Half day outing to

Daglingworth House (30 max). Info: Kath 834046 
NSOC Local Studies Group, Monday 26th June. Ugly Mugs(Gargoyles!) - John Putle. Info: Dave 832034 

Youth 

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. Info: Tracey 833212 
Junior Youth Club (8-11 yrs), Wednesdays 5.30-7pm (term time 
only), Nailsworth Youth Club. Info: Tracey 833212 

Young PeopleÕs Sexual Health Drop-in, first Tuesday of the month 
3.30-4.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: Tracey 833212 


EventsEvents
Celebrate National Meadows Day 

Saturday 1st July. 12 noon-3pm
George V Playing Field 


Bring a picnic, come in fancy dress and join in bug hunts andbee hotel making. 

National Meadows 
Day is dedicatedto celebrating andprotecting ourvanishing wildflowermeadows and the 
wealth of wildlife 
they support. 97% ofmeadows have been lost since the 1930s. 


A single healthy meadow can be hometo over 80 species of wild flowers, andwhere there are flowers, there are bees 
and other pollinators. 

Nailsworth Town Council is putting onthis event as part of ÔPlan BeeÕ, its BeeFriendly Town initiative. 


The Friends of 

Glendower are pleasedto announce an openingof Glendower Cottage,
Watledge Road. 

This was the former home 

of the Welsh Super-Tramp

Poet W.H. Davies. 
This will mark the return of 
his Great Nephew (right)
Norman Phillips. 



Wednesday 14th JuneOpening by Town Crier Tony Evans at 2pm 

Apply for tickets to:-
Mr & Mrs Burton 
Highclere,
Watledge, NailsworthGL6 0AY 

Or by: Telephone: 01453 832228 
Email: anthonyburtonmbe@aol.com 


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Mind Body Spirit Fayre 

Ever thought about having a Tarot card reading?
Wondered what Reiki is? Or thought about howintuition and foresight might be explained? 

You can find out at the Mind Body Spirit Fayre. 

Nailsworth Town Hall at 10am-5pm
Saturday June 24th
£1 entrance, under 16s free 


The Fayre is run by Deer Spirit Events and hassomething for everyone. Whether you have a problemthat you canÕt seem to solve, or are just intrigued byholistic health, new age belief or spirituality and wantto find out more. Perhaps youÕre an open minded sortand just want to try something a bit different? MaybeyouÕre already into this sort of thing, but canÕt find what 
you need to pursue your interest?

 Stall holders will be selling books, crystals,
jewellery, and salt lamps. There is also a range ofholistic therapies available, including reflexology, 
Reiki and massage. You can have your astrology chartmapped, aura photographed and have readings frommediums, clairvoyants and card readers. 

Event organiser, Julie Fenn explains that fayres likethis are great for people who are looking to change howthey live, or even to transform their lives. ÒHolistictherapies can calm us, or stimulate our moods, help usbecome more aware, reclaim our power and help uscreate our own destinies.Ó

 She adds that the event is designed to bring topeopleÕs attention alternative ways of dealing witheveryday activities. ÒOur practitioners will be able toanswer any questions people have about spirituality andalternative holistic practices.Ó 

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When The Grufallo came to the Arkell! 

There was a surprise visit in Forest Green from none other than the iconic andmuch-loved Gruffalo! He agreed to come to the annual Home-Start family partyheld at the Arkell Centre. 

He had heard about all the wonderful work that this charity does in the areato support local families with pre-school age children and was so impressed he

wanted to come and see for 
himself. 

The party is an annualevent to celebrate the 
support that our trainedvolunteers provide tolocal families. Home-Start 
volunteers visit families at 
home each week providingnon-judgemental practicaland emotional support.
Staff and Trustees rustled 
up some old Gruffalo 
favourites like orange eyecupcakes and Gruffalo 
crumble to make sure no 
one went hungry.

 Since the recent 
changes in children centreprovision, Home-Start have


taken over the running of two weekly family drop-in group sessions. It welcomesall families with pre-school children to its friendly and fun-filled activity sessionsduring term time at the Arkell Centre every Wednesday and Friday 10am-11.30am. 

These sessions have been funded by Nailsworth Town Council for the current 
term and Home-Start is now exploring future ways of longer-term funding forthese groups. 

Home-Start has also received funding from the Peter Lang Trust to extend its 
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Nailsworth Festival Nailsworth Festival 
Acrobats, fire eaters, Nailsworth 
School choir, live music and dancing -
Punch & Judy, maquettes, duck racingand all the fun of the stalls and more. 
Well done to the Nailsworth Festival 
team - another success! 


The Maquettes -The much heralded maquetteswere exhibited for the first time since 2007 at St. GeorgeÕs. 
Thanks to John Rodgers for organising this wonderfulevent, he also encouraged the world famous sculptor Ian 


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whole projectcame into being.

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the occasion and the natural lightwhich fell on the maquettes just setoff the pieces quite brilliantly. 

The 7 foot tall statues can be 
seen in situ at the Armed Forces 
Memorial in pride of place at theNational Memorial Arboretum. 

Such was the appeal of this eventthat many hundreds streamed inover 3 days to view and understandthese special pieces. Manyhave said they will now go toStaffordshire to see the Memorial 
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