A free monthly community paper for the parish of Nailsworth, available in colour on our website www.nailsworthnews.org.uk DEC 2017/JAN 2018 NO. 177 A free monthly community paper for the parish of Nailsworth, available in colour on our website www.nailsworthnews.org.uk DEC 2017/JAN 2018 NO. 177 This issue brings you plenty to read on the coming Christmas Season. The back page has our traditional collage of Remembrance weekend and records the huge attendance in St. Georges for this poignant event. The centre pages give you some shopping ideas for the Twelve Tasks of Christmas (although the town has plenty of other shops to buy from!) and our Churches have a bumper selection of Services and events to choose from Great gifts for the whole family at your local independent store. BROCHURE OUT NOW COME AND see what OUR naughty elf has been up to! Old Market, Nailsworth GL6 0DD Tel: 01453 832826 (pages 2 and 3). Decorating Woodwork Tiling Gutters Laminate/wood flooring Windows/doors Garden landscaping/maintenance Whole property restoration Shop fitting & commercial olivermeadandassociates@gmail.com www.olivermeadbuilding.co.uk Free no-obligation estimates 07790 883780 Nailsworth Stroud Gloucestershire Oliver Mead &Associates GENERAL BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE Seasonal television adverts talk about making Christmas real, but their message is really about spending money in their shops! Theres nothing wrong with that, just as long as we get things into perspective. Our traders too need our support and their shops have much to delight us - not least, their sheer goodwill. But there is also the real meaning of Christmas as Mike and Helene mention on page 5. There must be room for a little of the peace and honesty this season brings and then, perhaps, we can all enjoy a Merry and Peaceful Christmas. 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THERE IS NO PAPER PUBLISHED FOR JANUARY OR AUGUST LOCA L N EWS Sarah Purkis Soft Furnishings & Interior Design Hand made curtains and blinds Custom made loose covers Upholstery Full range of fabrics, wallpapers poles, tracks and trimmings Fitting services Tel: 01453 836303 - Mobile: 07721 536536 e-mail: sarahpurkis3@gmail.com Free in house consultation Mon - Tues 5-10pm Wed - Sun 12-3pm & 5-11pm 01453 350432 hello@amalfi-nailsworth.com Market Street, 16 The Old Crown, Nailsworth. GL6 0BX The Italian Restaurant Book now for Christmas In December 1917 and January 1918 the following service men died: Private William Clarke of Northfields died of wounds on 10th December 1917 in France, whilst serving with the 2/7th Notts and Derby (Sherwood Foresters) Regiment. Able Seaman Norman James Ridler of Nailsworth was lost with H.M.S. Louvain on 20th January 1918 in the Aegean Sea whilst serving with the Royal Navy. Further details available from the Nailsworth Archive, at the Town Hall. We Will Remember Them Christmas Services and Activities Sunday 3rd December - 4.00pm (Joint Service) - Forest Green United sing Carols at Nailsworth Primary School. (Joint Service). Come and sing your favourite Carols, hear the Christmas story and enjoy mince pies in a relaxed celebration in readiness for Christmas. St. Georges at Christmas Sunday 17th December - 6.00 pm - The Town Carol Service at St. Georges. All your favourite Carols and readings plus a few surprises! Sunday 24th December - 4.00 pm - Lighting the Tree and Crib Service at St. Georges - A simple family service when we light the Christmas Tree and put the figures in the crib as we begin to celebrate Christmas on Christmas Eve. Sunday 24th December - 11.30 pm - Midnight Communion at St. Georges.Come and welcome in the Christ Child by candlelight at this Communion service Christmas Day - 11.00 am - Family Christmas Communion at St. Georges. More Carols and a time of worship for all the family. LOCA L A F FA I R S LOCAL AFFAIRS Christ Church at Christmas - Services: 10th December - 10.30am Tree decorating, carols and lots of water! Come and decorate our tree (you can use our decorations or bring something glittery to leave on the tree), sing carols and celebrate as we baptise one of our friends. Mince pies and refreshments to follow! Christmas Eve - 6pm Carols by Candlelight - The Church is lit simply with candles and the twinkling lights of the tree. Come and hear the story of the first Christmas and enjoy singing traditional carols with a few surprises while we wait for Father Christmas! Christmas Day - 10.30am Family Service - Bring one of your gifts to show and tell on this special day in a service for all ages. There will be more carols, more stories and more reasons to celebrate during this 45 minute service. Activities at Christ Church - Reverse Advent Calendar We are collecting food for the local Foodbank so they have stock in January. To join in with this great idea simply do the following: Find a strong box big enough for 25 items of food. Instead of (or as well as) opening a door on an Advent Calendar simply pop an item of food from the list below into the box. Repeat daily until December 24th. Bring the box to Christ Church on Christmas Eve see the times above. If you begin in December you might need to calculate how many days youll need more than one item aim for 25 in total, although the Foodbank will love whatever you can give. Please only supply items from this list: Childrens toothpaste; Packs of razors Instant Coffee - small or medium jars; Small bags of Sugar Tinned Meat - all types especially meals e.g. Irish stew Tinned Vegetables - carrots, peas, broad beans, mixed veg Tinned Fish - all types; Packs of biscuits UHT Fruit Juice; UHT milk Steamed puddings Christmas Day Sometimes we find ourselves alone when we would rather have company. If this will be you on Christmas Day, Christ Church would love to welcome you to a Christmas Lunch. We will serve a traditional two-course Christmas meal, followed by tea or coffee with a mince pie, at 12.30pm on Christmas Day. We also hear Father Christmas will have made a delivery too! Places are limited and cost 5. Please reserve your place asap and contact Margaret Marshall (01453 834996) or Rev. Helene Grant (07956 657759). We are sorry but places are only confirmed on payment, however please tell us if this is difficult and we will try to help. Foot HealthPractitioner Mobile Service Looking after your feet in your home! (including care homes) General & diabetic foot care, nail trimming, verruca & bunions Treatment of ingrowing toenailsfungal foot & nail infections, corns, callus removal, hard skin Fay OMahony - MCFHP MAFHPContact: 07947 634956 faysuzanne1@gmail.com The Vault THE PLACE TO BE Nailsworthwww thevaultnailsworth co uk 01453 833666 COCKTAILS + KITCHEN + WINE Antique, Oriental and contemporaryrugs cleaned by experts. We can collect or you can drop off(please telephone in advance). Restoraction Limited -Rug Cleaning WorksUnit 11 Nailsworth Mills Estate Avening Road Nailsworth GL6 0BS 01453 836400 www.rugcleaningworks.co.uk 3 LOCAL AFFAIRS A Word from the Mayor Happy Christmas Heavy frosts, shorter days, Christmas lights, Nailsworth Noel, everything leading up to Christmas celebrations. I hope everyone has a lovely warm Christmas and I look forward to the New Year. Happy Christmas from all at Nailsworth Town Council. Wonderful poppy display I was very moved by the display of poppies at the clock tower. This was a really impressive commemoration for those that gave their lives in the Great War. The number of people involved in the display, and the selfless efforts of those that organised and put together the display has been amazing. It stemmed from an idea from former Mayors Jenny and Tony Evans, and was brought to fruition by a whole host of helpers, not least Margaret Marshall, Jane Luff, Bob Warner and the Fire Brigade. Everyone involved deserves heartfelt thanks from our community. How can you help your town Id like to refer to what was achieved at the Clock Tower for Remembrance - a host of small actions from people from across the town, coming together to achieve something amazing. Communities are strongest when there are many, many people involved, rather than just a few doing things. What would be fantastic over the next few years is for everyone to ask How can I help my town? It doesnt have to be much, it could be one hour a year, but all the tiny amounts build up to make a much better whole. We will be holding the new format Town Meeting again, around the end of April, so that associations, groups and clubs can show the town what is on offer. As soon as weve agreed the date - make sure you can come along. Nailsworth has a lot to offer you - what can you offer Nailsworth in return? Please support our Mobile Banking Petition, it is on our website and you can read more about it on page 8. Jonathan Duckworth David Drew MP on Climate Topics discussed recently at a meeting also to recognise the opportunity for of Nailsworth Climate Action Town employment that comes with a transition (NCAT) group on how the town can to a low carbon future. reduce its carbon footprint included Attendees agreed everyone should look community energy schemes, farming at consumption and NCAT is keen to work practices, public transport and buildings. Richard Lupo, sustainability consultant, says Nailsworth should reduce its carbon footprint from 34,000 tonnes to 14,000 by 2050 to meet Government targets. David Drew believes we need better planning for electricity generation, transport, housing and land use, but The Nailsworth Needleworker Alterations, Mender, Maker Clare Herrington 07905 239628 Upper Hayes Road, Nailsworth, GL6 0ED www.facebook.com/thenailsworthneedleworker Fe stive Fea sting at The Bear of Rod boroug h Hotel Whether youre looking to party with friends, colleagues or family this Christmas season, celebrate in style with us at The Bear of Rodborough... festive feasting, delicious drinks and a terrific atmosphere! Call 01453 878 522 to book www.cotswold inns hotels.co.uk with community groups to take practical steps. David Drew ended the meeting with advice to begin with two simple steps: demonstrate success and then build on it. NCAT will hold its AGM on Wednesday 6th December, 7 - 8pm at the Mortimer Rooms, Nailsworth Library. For further information and future meeting dates - www.ncat.btck.co.uk Photo: NCAT Committee with David Drew MP (Hannah McDonnell, Richard Erskine and Sally Thorpe) (Photo by Marilyn Erskine) CARPENTER AND JOINER NO JOB TOO SMALL THE OLD COACH HOUSE, COW LANE, INCHBROOK, NAILSWORTH GL5 5HN 01453 836818 CLIVE SYMCOX CHURCH ANd FAITH Make some time for peace Dear Friends Theres a great Carol we shall be singing over the Christmas period O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie. But if there is often one thing missing in our preparation and celebration of Christmas, it is stillness! Year by year things get madder and more frantic, and in all the incredible busyness of life, shopping, decorating, eating and drinking and so on, we miss out on the great gift that is at the heart of Christmas. For in the birth of Jesus we celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace. So, heres a thought! As this is a double issue for December and January, why not make a New Years resolution to take some time out of your busy life to find more peace time. Why not start that resolution now by taking time out over the course of Christmas to visit one of our churches and spend some time just enjoying the atmosphere, the telling of the story, the joy of the carols and probably the occasional mince pie! The possibilities are many and are listed on pages 2 & 3. To quote some lines from a favourite hymn ...Drop thy still dews of quietness till all our strivings cease; Take from our souls the strain and stress and let our ordered lives confess the beauty of thy peace. Wishing you a Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. Mike and Helene Mike Smith (St. Georges) : 01453 836538 / Helene Grant (Christ Church) : 07956 657759 Push Test Results - All Saints, Shortwood Churchyard As a result of this years test, a number of gravestones were found to be loose. Below is a list of graves where this is the case. If you are related to those listed, we would be grateful if you could get in touch with Mike Smith, the Vicar as soon as possible (01453 836536) We are inviting families to consider repairs to these stones. In the event of a gravestone becoming dangerous it will be laid flat. The graves affected are:- New churchyard Creed, Beard, Bartlett, Bingle, Goulding, Mortimer, OHara, Stewart. Front of church Innes, Smith INSIDE OUT THE COMPLETE DECORATING SERVICE Painting & decorating undertaken by a dedicated team 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 EXHIBITIONS To Wednesday 20 Interiors and Exteriors Chlo Regan December Drawings in pencil and pastel including reportage drawings that capture the events and learning happening at Ruskin Mill College STORYTELLING Saturday 16 December 10.30am With Fiona Eadie 4 adults 3 children 10 families CHRISTMAS AT RUSKIN MILL The events below are free and no booking is necessary. All welcome Christmas Market Saturday 2 December 10am~4pm wreath & candle making workshops Childrens storytelling 11am, 1pm, 3pm (free). Hot punch and mince pies! Advent Spiral Sunday 3 December 4pm A peaceful and reverent beginning to Advent Christmas Music & Singing Sunday 17 December 7.30pm . THE GALLERY & CAF WILL BE CLOSED OVER THE CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR PERIOD . PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE NEARER THE TIME FOR DATES 01453 837537 events@rmc.rmt.org rmt.org/ruskinmillcollege/events/ Old Bristol Road Nailsworth GL6 0LA 01453 837537 rmt.org/ruskinmillcollege/events/ Gallery & Caf open 10am to 4pm daily including weekends 5 COMMUNITY ARTS COMMUNITY ARTS Stroud Choral celebrates Christmas from around the world! Stroud Choral Societys Christmas Celebration takes place at St. Georges, Nailsworth on Saturday 9th December at 7.30pm The Minpins, our ever popular and talented childrens choir, will take part and the evening will have an international feel, reflecting the worldwide nature of Christmas, with music from around the world and contributions from members from outside the UK and the audience can join in with some much loved carols. Mulled wine or soft drinks and free mince pies will be served, plus a retiring collection in aid of St Roses School, Stroud, a specialist school for children with a wide range of disabilities. Tickets are 12 ( under 18s FREE) available from Shiny Goodness in Nailsworth, / www.subscriotionrooms.org.uk or from members of the Choir. Seasonal Thoughts If you wish to stay alive Beer, so soothing to the throat Never ever drink and drive. Improves your driving? Shots of whisky neat and sweet No it dont! Take away control of feet. Anything thats alcoholic Shots of vodka, rum and brandy Makes your driving really chronic. Makes you sad and sometimes angry. SKM Nailsworth Rotary Club is again helping to organise the competition for anyone aged 18 or under, who plays at Grade 6 or above, and enjoys performing in front of large audiences and is keen to win big money! Over 1,000 in prizes is up for grabs. Heats will be held locally in January and the Final at Wycliffe College in February 2018. Get your skates on! For more information, contact your instrument tutor, school music teacher, or Carl Jenner 01453 844581. Application pack via the Nailsworth Rotary Club website. Are you the next Musician of the Year 2018? Symptoms suitable for Osteopathic treatment: Spinal pain (back & neck), Scia0ca,Limb pain (arms & legs), Frozen shoulder, Spor0ng injuries, Headaches & Migraines, Stress related condi0ons. Mother & Baby clinic every Wednesday. Also available at The White Prac;ce: Medical herbalism & allergy therapy Cogni0ve behavioural therapy (CBT) Acupuncture Rela0onship, bereavement & sex therapy counselling OSTEOPATHY AND WELLBEING 14 Market Street, Nailsworth, Glos, GL6 0BX01453 832515 www.thewhitepractice.co.uk 6 COMMUNITY ARTS COMMUNITY ARTS Be there - be seen and be heard! The annual Grand Christmas Tea Concert takes place again at Nailsworth School and you better be there on time or it will be standing room only! It is brilliant and a stunning way to get us all into the real Christmas spirit with carols to sing, with the Nailsworth School choir, Ecumenical Choir, Stroud Youth Choir, orchestra and soloists. Refreshments and mince pies too - dont be late! Sunday, 10 December 4pm - FREE. From Winnie the Pooh to who knows where... If you have been looking for a light hearted reading group that doesnt take itself too seriously, then Hanover Reading Group may be for you. We meet on the last Wednesday of every month at 6.15 at Hanover Hall, just off Chestnut Hill. We have met and discussed many different genres of New Hair for the New year? books over the past few years. The next meeting is at 6.15 on Wednesday 20 December and the book for review is Hotel du Lac by Anita Brookner. Seriously - we are in it for the fun - nothing heavy at all! For further info: 07929843244 / johnrodgers145@btinternet.com Tell Tales Nailsworths creative writing group is putting on an evening of seasonal stories, sketches and poems on Monday 11 December in the Mortimer Room at 7.30 pm. Come and listen to original work from the towns trending wordsmiths - Nailsworth Society members 1, Non-members 3. Information: Tony Anhoury 834927 NAILSWORTH AERIAL SERVICES (TIME SERVED ENGINEER WITH 12 YEARS EXPERIENCE) FOR FAST & EFFICIENT SERVICE Digital Freeview BBC Freesat Telephone Extensions Extra TV Points Fitted Storm Damage 7 Day Service Sky Faults OAP Discount CONTACT: 01453 833293 or 0775 9144979 Free Estimates Nailsworth Society Theatre Group is organising its New Year jaunts! Sign up for HAIRSPRAY at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham on Thursday 31 May 2018 at 2pm. Hairspray the Musical is the award winning musical comedy set in Baltimore in 1962. Dont miss this feel-good show that is guaranteed to have you dancing the night away. Let your hair down and book now! Depart - Nailsworth Bus Station at 12.30pm. Cost (Theatre and Coach) 54 - payment required by 31 January 2018. Anyone interested should contact Gordon Wyles 01453 833841 gordonwyles15@gmail.com NMC Nailsworth MOT Centre Car Servicing Specialists TYRES . EXHAUSTS . BATTERIES . SERVICING . ALL MAKES Tel: 01453 836816 Unit 6, Inchbrook Trading Estate, Bath Road, Woodchester, Stroud GL5 5EY . MOT . ALL MAKES www.motstroud.co.uk Bespoke designs and craftsmanship including:- Doors Furniture Stairs Windows Garden Furniture and Gates Nailswor th Mills Estate Avening Road Nailswor th Gloucestershire GL6 0BS Tel: 01453 836996 Mob: 07800 932098 keith@amosjoinery.co.uk www.amosjoinery.co.uk 7 LOCAL AFFAIRS Bank in a van ! Yes, there is such a thing. Think Mobile Library, and you have the idea. We could have one coming to Nailsworth, courtesy of Lloyds Bank, if enough people ask for it. Diana Stiles of Buskins Shoe Shop, George Street, and Nailsworth Town Council are working to persuade Lloyds that we need a mobile bank here, as they have such a service in Tetbury. What White poppies The red poppy cascade on the Clock tower last month was a splendid collaborative effort by local people and those further afield. It continued the tradition of Remembrance begun by the Royal British Legion in 1921 in their work to provide much-needed help to military veterans after World War I. they need is enough people saying they want a service like this. If you want this to happen, drop into Buskins Shoe Shop to sign a petition, or visit the Town Council Website, where you can fill in a survey form, and see more information. You could do both! This can only happen if enough people take action now Linked to the red poppy is the white one, chosen in 1933 by the Cooperative Womens Guild to symbolise a determination to work for peace and in recognition of other ways to resolve conflict beyond the use of arms. Both have something in common. Wearing a red poppy shows a commitment to remember and honour the British servicemen and women who died in both world wars and many others in conflicts since. The white poppy asks us to remember a broader range of wars effects: not only on British armed services, but on many others across the world civilians and military personnel for whom violent conflicts mean displacement, death, disaster and despair. Remembrance Day reminds us to grieve for all victims, combatants and non-combatants alike. It is also a day to remember, support and honour the courageous work of peace building through negotiation and reconciliation. Friends from Nailsworth Quaker Meeting have been wearing both red and white poppies. Both have messages we can listen to. Jane Mace and Marylyn Miles Nailsworth Film Club Nailsworth Film Club has a great selection of new films for December and January up at the Arkell Centre. Doors open at 7.30pm and all films will start at 8.00pm. Friday 1st December - Hunt for the Wilderpeople. Friday 5th January -The Salesman. Friday 26th January - The Eagle Huntress. See www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk for details of all the films showing. Churches Together in Nailsworth MAIN SUNDAY SERVICES 11.00 am St George, Church St 10.30 am Christ Church, Newmarket Road 10.30 am Quakers Meeting House, Chestnut Hill 11.00 am Priory Church, Inchbrook Everyone welcome. Childrens activities included at all these services. 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 Day Centre Including Optional Transport Professional Help with Personal Care Home cooked lunch plus teas/coffees Domestic Tasks Entertainment, Activities and Day Trips Meals on Wheels 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 LOCAL AFFAIRS Spooky Goings-on in Forest Green At the Forest Green Residents Association Party held at the Arkell Centre - children made clay pots, drawings and scary face masks, helped by Val and Charlie. Mums and Dads were brilliant at the craft activities, Magic Timmy wowed with his tricks and the sandwiches mysteriously disappeared. The childrens costumes were varied, imaginative and scary and it was difficult to pick the winner. The partygoers went home with a stunning array of balloons to hold or wear. Many thanks go to all who made this such a great event. Well try to do it again next year! FGRA wishes you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Is Nailsworth to Bloom for Britain? Are our townsfolk keen to take part in the Council Chamber of the Town Hall. Britain in Bloom? Come and see whats All welcome! For further information involved and explore the ideas at a or to express an interest, please contact meeting on Wednesday 6 December in Liz Townley - 07736 359381. Prices Mill Surgery NHS Roadshow If you have access to the internet and want to know more about online booking and electronic prescribing then the NHS are running some road shows to explain more. The nearest one to us will be on 17th January - Stroud - King St (10.00am 3.00pm) Look for the NHS bus and pop in to get your own update ROB GAZZARD COMPLETE BUILDING SOLUTIONSMaintenance & repairs Extensions and alterations Hard & soft landscaping Free estimates and advice 01453 860112 www.robgazzard.co.uk ROB GAZZARD COMPLETE BUILDING SOLUTIONS Allergy Therapy For a free initial chat, please ring - Eve Sellers NHFdip; ATdip; mBRCPNailsworth Tel: 07796166172 ........... ............................................... .......................................... ......................... ..... ....... ............. ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ..... ........................................ ........................ 9 Mark KellyPlumbing& Bathrooms General PlumbingBathroom & kitchen refits TilingNo job too small design and installation call or 07834318459 01453 836096 more than 10 years in Nailsworth BUSINESS BUSINESS Dont forget your bloomers! Walkers Bakery in Wheelwrights pizzas and quality sandwiches, filled to Who doesnt enjoy Corner behind Brutons Hardware is one your preference, are all part and parcel sticky cakes and of those little places of food heaven. It of the service - just take your choice. doughnuts? They has a strong and loyal client base, but PICTURED ARE LESLEY GLOVER AND RICHENDA PEARSE really are a joy to is also certainly worth greater attention behold, and with from a larger audience! Walkers has Christmas just around the corner when always been a fine bakery producing mince pies are purchased by the lorry quality breads and cakes, but it also load this is the place to come! makes wonderful sandwiches and snacks Local Wessex Mill flour (no to take-away. Freshly baked white or preservatives) is used in baking and is brown, wholemeal or granary, sour also available to purchase. dough, spelt and honey or chia bread, Open: Monday -Saturday 8.30am - the choice is enormous. Large loaves 2.30pm, Sat close at 1pm. Call for info or small, baps or buns theyre all here and / or food orders: 01453 832495 in abundance! Pasties, sausage rolls, And, dont forget your bloomers! All White Now The White Practice celebrates ten successful years in Market Street. Many people have used the Practice, often on the recommendation of others, and to celebrate, Nick White, the owner, is giving away ten osteopathic treatment vouchers. Enter the December draw via the website or drop your name and contact details into the practice. Vouchers would make a great Christmas gift. Nick says, Osteopathy is like piecing together a jigsaw; every case is different but patients tell us we are getting it right and when their pain is reduced our job is so rewarding. The White Practice provides an excellent, professional service to patients ranging from newborns to the elderly. Cranial Osteopathy is used to treat babies from a few days old; Kelly Haines and Nikki Straughan regularly help newborns to settle, following the stresses of birth. The practice also offers Allergy Testing, Nutritional Therapy, Acupuncture, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Couple Counselling and Bereavement. All practitioners are registered with the General Osteopathic Council. Always up for a challenge, Nick will be studying at The Osteopathic Centre for Animals! His aim, by summer 2018, is to treat horses and dogs via the practice each Wednesday. The practice opens six days a week, with extended hours 8.30 am to 8 pm on selected days. Emergency appointments and home visits can also be arranged. Open 6 days a week with extended opening hours from 8.30am - 8pm on selected days. Emergency appointments and home visits can also be arranged. Information and online booking at www.thewhitepractice.co.uk / 01453 832515. 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No Fix = No Fee Matt Hughes 35 ph est. 2003 Lucy Davey BSc (Pod) Foot clinic at Price's Mill Surgery lucydavey.org.uk enquiries 07847 780783 appointments 01453 832424 10 BUSINESS BUSINESS Toys galore and not just for the children! Not many people know that The Little Gift Shop in George Street is not just a place for adult gifts, but also a hive for childrens toys. Tucked in the back of the shop are shelves of quality toys for children of all ages. Whether you want jigsaws, stocking fillers, traditional board-games or Paint by Numbers, its all here. You wont find Scalextrix or train-sets, but there is an abundance of Orchard Toys with great educational and play value). Also Top Model sticker range, TY Beanie Boos, a selection of toy cars and lorries, cuddly and wooden toys, Fair Trade to boot! Colourful stationery, craft kits to make and be creative are all here! Call in and see for yourself. There is something for everyone - there is a child in all of us still! Open: Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5.00pm. Open Christmas Eve too - ask for times. Info: 01453 836223. Getting in the Christmas Spirit FREE WINE Enjoy a 2 course meal for two from our Evening Menu and receive a bottle of house wine with our compliments. 8th Jan 28th Feb. Mon to Thurs from 6.00pm. Excl. Feb 14th FREE DESSERT Savour a delicious meal from our Daytime Menu for only 9.00 and enjoy a dessert with our compliments. 8th Jan 28th Feb. Mon to Fri 12noon 6.00pm NEW BRUNCH MENU Bagels, Crolls, Toasted Muffins, Bacon & Sausage Rolls, larger plates such as Steak and Eggs, Pancakes and much more. Mon to Fri 9.30am 11.30am. Sat 10.00am 11.30am Three tasty new options starting January 8th 2018 BRAND NEW YEAR FRESH NEW OFFERS E G Y P T M I L L H OT E L & R E S TAU R A N T N A I L S W O R T H G L 6 0 A E 01453 833449 www.egyptmill.com Nailsworth Wines and Spirits in Old Market has a seemingly endless stock of any type of alcohol you could desire. If not in stock, staff will do their level best to get it for you. Apart from traditional wines, beers and ale it is also a great place for local and British produce. Gin is all the rage just now and there are dozens from which to choose. Almost any flavour, any colour, produced here locally or in GB! They also stock a very useful selection of local wines such as Woodchester Wines and others. Dont forget the local ciders, ales and beers. Support local suppliers, their competitively priced products will not disappoint. Guaranteed. Ask in the shop for details - there are always bargains to be had. The shop also has a full range of sale and return items and a free glass-hire service (as long as nothing is broken!) Again, ask in store for details. Dont forget those miniature spirit bottles - ideal stocking fillers and perfect to put in your home made crackers. For more info etc: 01453 834594. Open during normal hours. Multi Award Winning Electricians Industrial, Commercial & Domestic Electrics Rewires, Fuseboard Upgrades, Fault Finding, Extensions, Kitchens, Extra Sockets / Lights & much more. FREE QUOTES Part P Registered Call Simon on 0777 3333061 / 01453 834323 info@cirruselectrical.com www.cirruselectrical.com 11 Order the turkey duck or joint of meat, or for vegetarians source that special recipe for the Christmas main-course! Whatever your preference, be sure to order early, in plenty of time for that all important Christmas lunch. A word of caution, watch where you park when collecting your Christmas order from the butcher: a ticket was unceremoniously slapped on my windscreen one Christmas Eve whilst picking up my beef from the local butcher. I was all of four minutes away from the car and parked just outside the bay. Christmas goodwill? Bah humbug! Treat yourself to that little black dress youve been ogling in the local shop window and drop those vital hints to your other half about the jewellery youd like to wear with it!  ere are great festive bargains to be had in the towns shops. Get your hair done in time for the festivities: plenty of choice in town. Alternatively, shake out your Tuxedo and shine your shoes. Its that time of year again, so get practising your bowtie skills! Gather Cotswold greenery and some Mistletoe locally and enjoy a healthy walk at the same time.  e fresh air will blow away the cobwebs and relieve the stress caused by Christmas preparations. Leave the paper chains and sparkles to the ankle-biters, they absolutely love it! Make your Christmas lists One for gifts, one for cards. List the cards you receive each Christmas. With the rise in postage stamps, we all need to whittle down the list occasionally and lets be clear, Christmas greetings by e-mail just wont do! Now what did I buy Auntie Elsie last year? What on earth did she buy for me? Buy the tree an aromatic Norwegian Spruce or a Nordman Fir (no needle drop). No arti cial trees allowed in my house! No need to travel for your ideal tree, Nailsworth has a great choice. Make sure you give it a good, long drink before bringing it indoors. Your tree needs to stay looking fresh right through the festivities. Stir the pudding, make a wish & dont forget the Christmas spirit! Nailsworth is blessed with several excellent outlets for a bottle of Christmas cheer, or as my old Grandma called it, a drop of oh be joyful! Twelve Tasks forChristmas Photo: Just Because - Market Street Photo: Nailsworth Wines & Spirits - Old Market PPhoto: Country Quality Meats - Old Market Photo: Wyevale Garden Centre - Avening Road Photo: Wyevale Garden Centre - Avening Road Photo: Phetsai Design - Market Street Take a deep breath and embark on the Christmas food shop in your local supermarket. Be sure to make an early start to beat the crowds. Christmas Eve falls on Sunday this year, so Saturday could be the main food shop day. Oh how I miss Bramleys for fresh, local veg particularly at Christmas. Panic when it hits home that youre hosting family Christmas lunch this year! Unless you are really organised, consider buying in some Christmas fare instead of making everything yourself. Nailsworth boasts a myriad of great food shops and delis for that special Christmas dinner. If youre a stickler for making everything yourself, maybe now is the time for a change. Give yourself a break. You deserve it! Buy the presents you didnt manage to  nd on Nailsworths Noel evening. If the lists too long, agree to buy only for the children this year. Shopping for children is always a pleasure, but buying for adults can be a real chore! It can be a nightmare trying to  nd suitable presents within your budget. Maybe youre one of those organised people who spread their Christmas shopping over the year. Or perhaps, like me, the Christmas spirit eludes you until at least the middle of December. If youre meeting friends or work colleagues for a Christmas meal, think about doing Secret Santa, then you only need to buy one present! Make those mince pies or buy from one of the top-class, local bakeries - your choice! In my house we have both, otherwise I cant keep up with demand when the boys are around! Most important of all, relax & ENJOY!  e team at Nailsworth News wish you a very happy Christmas and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. Look no further Nailsworth has it all! Indulge in a few festive get togethers. Your town has many excellent eateries with great festive menus to choose from. Look up old friends, enjoy talking over old times and pledge to see them more often in 2018. Photo: Little Gift Shop - George Street Photo: Amalfi s - Fountain Street Photo: Walkers Bakery - Wheelwrights Corner Photo: Whey More, Bridge Photo: Friday Market - Mortimer Rooms Photo: courtesy of Susan Farrow BUSI N E S S BUSINESS Fi-fis say thank you To celebrate 10 years of cutting, styling and colouring, Fi-Fis Hair Boutique has moved to a more intimate and personal space at the rear of the TradePlas building. Its modern, up to date and chic! Phoebe Blythe and her team take pride in creating up-to-date cuts and styles for ladies, children and gentlemen, offering a superb colour service if required. Personal needs and styles are all part of what we like to do as a matter of course and people really appreciate it, says Phoebe. We are keen to let customers take their time with us, theres no rush and we are more than happy to change style and colours if needed. Sarah King and Jack Newman are talented stylists and their skills with the latest cuts and colour experience bring clients to the salon by recommendation. The Boutique uses Kevin Murphy as its sole supplier of cruelty free, organic, sulphate and paraben free products, all in recyclable packaging. To celebrate 10 years in business, Fi-Fis Hair Boutique is holding a Thank You Party for new and existing customers on Saturday 9 December (5 -7pm). Goodie Bags and Demos are available as well as a glass of bubbly Fieldfare Caf at Thistledown Farm Here to help make things easier. Stroud I Dursley I Gloucester I Nailsworth Tel: 01453 847200 Web: wspsolicitors.com Now open Wednesday to Sunday! Set in 75 acres of beautiful meadow and woodland overlooking Woodchester Park. We serve lunch from our wood-fired clay oven & BBQ Weds to Sun, brunch Fri to Sun and evening meals, including sourdough pizzas, at the weekend. Fine teas, coffees & delcious homemade cakes served 9am to 4:30pm. Come up for an autumn walk and enjoy a hot drink with stunning views beside our woodburner! cafe@thistledown.org.uk 01453 860420 thistledown, tinkley lane, nympsfield, GL103UH and nibbles. Please spread the word and come along. In January for one month only there is 20% off all cuts with any colour service with Jack - ask for details and book now! Open: Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 6pm. Contacts: 01453 833346 / FB: Fi-Fis Hair Boutique TRISTAN FIELD GARDEN SERVICES Established 1992 Commercial & Domestic Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping Tel: 01453 832620 Mob: 07778 312827 tfieldgardenservices@btinternet.com Giles Cleaning Services Domestic and Commerical - Windows - Fascia & Guttering - Conservatory & Patios - Pressure Washing - Spring Cleans 07840427913 www CALL .gilescleaningservices.co.uk 14 BUSINESS BUSINESS Nailsworth Friday Market The Nailsworth Friday Market in the Mortimer Room is as popular as ever, with quality, seasonal vegetables always available. There are plants to buy, as well as a great range of home-made cakes, pickles and jams, home-produced crafts Just Because Just Because in Market Street has cards, cards and even more cards and they are all wonderful. A collection of styles and ideas for every occasion known to man, or so it seems. One can spend hours in the shop chuckling at all the classic, humorous cards on offer - not a bad way to while away the moments. The shop has a great selection of Christmas cards, Charity cards as well as a wide choice of more standard Christmas cards. and knitted products. There is so much to look at, but if you just want a cuppa with friends and a jolly good chat theres plenty of room for that too! Open: Every Friday 8.45am - Noon For something a little different - pop in next door to the Party Shop. Go a little crazy and get some seasonal party balloons and customised gifts styled just for you - the Father Christmas is wicked, as they say! Hell last well into Christmas and beyond. Theres also a Personalised Presents section - just produce a photograph and choose something to add it to: mugs, cards, phone cases, baubles, key rings and so much more - brilliant for Christmas! Choose from a variety of balloons and themed ideas - Father Christmas, balloons stuffed with toys etc, party styles, almost any animal etc - the choice is yours. If you want anything specific - just ask. Open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm. Contact: 01453 833522. Visit Our Shop in Nailsworth (Morr ison s c ar park through the Iron Gateway) We'll be glad to help you find a great solution for all your framing needs! Choose from over 500 mouldings 200 mount colours and many Ready Made Frames Memorabilia Sports Trophies Medals or any framing challenge welcome We also stock a fabulous selection of individually crafted Walking Companions created by former lock keeper John Carr 01453 836134 info@meacopictureframers.co.ukwww.meacopictureframers.co.uk Opening times Mon -Fri 9.30 -4.30pm & S at 9.30 -12.30pm Garden Design Construction & Maintenance For all your garden needs Anderson Norman LANDSCAPES Established since 1988 We L.ve to Landscape Telephone for a FREE quotation on: 01453 832885 or 07785 275009 info@ anderson norman landscapes .co.uk www.andersonnormanlandscapes.co.uk 15 SCHOOLS Beaudesert Park Beaudesert has been preparing for all On a more sombre note, in November manner of festive excitements with the Beaudesert Remembrance Service highlights in store including the Nativity took place when children and staff and a production of A Christmas Carol. honoured 42 Old Beaudesertians who gave their lives in battle. Year 8 children conducted the readings with solemnity and respect. The following week we hosted an annual childrens safeguarding event on behalf of the Gloucestershire Safeguarding Board. Over 45 delegates attended the event, with a range of speakers throughout the day. November also brought news that the Autumn Fair raised a record 10,300. This year the proceeds go to local charities, the crche at The Nelson Trust and Allsorts. www.beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk St. Dominics - A time of community, a time of preparation! At St. Dominics Catholic Primary School the months of November and December are an extra special time when we can work with the wider community to reflect, fund raise and celebrate! The whole community came together to hold a moving service at the Priory Church, Woodchester on Armistice Day to remember those who have sacrificed their lives in wartime. Children from Year 5 and Year 6 ably led the Mass with Father Bill. This was followed by a reflection at the Wayside Cross, where Mrs Urquhart Dixon, accompanied by two of our accomplished musicians, played The Last Post. The whole school was involved in Poppy making, prayer and reflection in preparation for this service. As December beckons the school is a hive of activity, starting with our fundraising for Children in Need, and looking forward to being part of the Nailsworth Noel again this year when our children will be singing carols to entertain shoppers. We will also be holding our School and Parish Christmas Fayre on Saturday 9th December from 12pm - 3pm where crafts and refreshments will be on sale and there will be a very special visitor for the children. All are welcome! If you would like to visit our school, we are holding Open Mornings on Tuesday 5th and Friday 8th December from 9.30am until 12 noon. It will be a great opportunity to see the children at work and see what we can offer. Our whole school Nativity Service of drama, song and readings by candlelight, will be held on Wednesday 13th December in the Priory Church, which I am sure will bring the true spirit of Christmas to all. Jacqui Sollars, Headteacher Retirement apartments to let Craddock Court, in Nailsworth, has one bedroom apartments available exclusively to over 55s. The spacious apartments are fitted with modern kitchens and bathrooms. Access to on-site communal facilities. Close to local amenities and excellent views of the Stroud valleys. There is a 24/7 emergency alarm and a Court Manager service week days. Housing benefit accepted. To arrange a viewing, call the Court Manager on 0370 192 4570. housingandcare21.co.uk A great place to work ... Shops, offices, factory units sometimes available Give us a call on 01453 832754 Nailsworth email: james@eachamberlain.co.uk www.eachamberlain.co.uk Mills Estate CURTAINS ~ BLINDS ~ SOFT FURNISHINGS LOOSE COVERS ~ REUPHOLSTERY SERVICE For advice and estimate ring Jenny Powell Wright Interiors ~ 01453 768899 e . s t yl e SCHOOLS Nailsworth - its great to be GOOD! Nailsworth Primary thanks Suki Nailsworth Primary Schools PTFA would like to say a massive thank you to Suki at Lawnside Stores. She very generously donated 300 hand-made samosas for our fireworks evening fundraiser. They were absolutely delicious and enjoyed by many. Wed also like to thank FGR for providing free parking and everyone who supported us on what was a great evening. design advertis ing webs i tes graphics identi ties Horsley Primary School The children in Owls class (Years 5 & 6) have been learning about friction and air resistance. Their challenge was to design a parachute to safely land an egg dropped from the top of St. Martins Church tower. Jemma and Lilys design, using a large bin bag with long strings secured evenly around the base of the bag, was the winner. The children loved it and only 4 eggs were broken! In October we dressed in traditional Indian costume to celebrate the Festival of Light, Diwali. The children learned how its celebrated by the Hindu and Sikh communities and enjoyed decorating jars with Hindu patterns to hold a tea-light, whilst Owls class acted out the story of Lord Rama and his wife We have been repairing, draught proong and servicing Nailsworths sash windows for over 20 years. Contact us for a free, no obligation assessment of how to make your windows work and look beautiful again. Phone: 01453 861025 or visit: www.simplysashwindows.co.uk SASH WINDOW SERVICE LTD Sita returning from exile. Very excited children from Badgers class (Years 1 & 2) made the journey to Cadbury World in Birmingham to discover how cocoa beans are grown and used to make chocolate. Elsie and Martha described the day as fun, cool, amazing and tasty! We are now busy rehearsing for our Infants Nativity play, The Very Hopeless Camel and for the Christingle Service. Happy Christmas! Gary Price, Headteacher. www.horsley.gloucs.sch.uk -sho ts www.dawgie.style 01453 834899 07884 448374 www.paxx.co.uk info@paxx.co.uk In October the school was visited by OFSTED inspectors and following a long day of observations, interviews and parent feedback, it continues to be a good school since its last good grading in February 2013.The inspector was particularly impressed with the impact of the leadership team in developing staff skills, pupil progress and the schools passion for developing childrens health and wellbeing alongside academic success. Vince Southcott commented, We are thrilled with this positive response from OFSTED. Combined with the feedback from our SIAMS Church inspection in July 2016 - The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Nailsworth Primary as a Church of England school are outstanding - we know we are doing everything to allow every pupil to become the best they can be. For more information on Nailsworth C of E Primary School, please call the school office on: 01453 832382 or email: admin2@nailsworth.gloucs.sch.uk or visit: www.nailsworthschool.org.uk 17 CHARITY CHARITY Travelling Granny What would you do to celebrate your 80th birthday? Throw a Party? Go on a cruise? Enjoy a wonderful weekend away with friends? I think youd agree thats the way most octogenarians will celebrate and have fun. But not Elizabeth Brett - or Lizzie as she is best known here in Nailsworth. On January 3rd 2018 she will be travelling approximately 7,500 miles to Malawi to spend two months working with the charity Ndi Moyo a palliative care centre based in the small town of Salima, in the landlocked country of Malawi in the south east of Africa. [Look it up!] In September of this year, Lizzie wrote to Tony and Lucy Finch, the founders of Ndi Moyo, offering her services, and was staggered by their interest and their willingness to accept her as a volunteer. The result was an invitation to work alongside their Malawian Fund Raising Officer. Lizzie said, Ive got to the age in my life where I dont need presents, Id rather be giving something back. Its a wonderful feeling to know that just because you reach the winter of your life, you can still be a useful citizen. Ndi Moyo was set up in 2004 as a palliative care centre looking after people with HIV/AIDS related diseases. Because their patients often want to be nursed at home, Ndi Moyo also provides an out-reach programme, giving advice, nursing care and, where possible, pain relief. In addition, they help orphaned children by providing school uniforms, paying school fees and if theres enough money in the coffers, will pay for the children to attend the government run boarding schools. Lizzie added, I dont have nursing or teaching skills, but I do Dying without a Will. Now thats a real tragedy. David Martin, local consultant, Steele Rose & Co 01453 836699 07973 405997 dcmartin@hotmail.co.uk www.steelerose.co.uk Members of the Society of Will Writers My name is David Martin and Im the local consultant for one of the UKs premier profes- sional Home Visit Will Writers. I have 28 years experience advising clients on personal financial matters and specialising in Wills. Writing a Will is easier and cheaper than you think and ensures that your wishes are carried out efficiently. If you would like to redraft an existing Will, discuss your Will arrangements, Lasting Powers of Attorney or other associated legal services, at a mutually convenient time in the comfort and privacy of your own home, please contact me. 18 Call 01453 836736 to book your FREE VALUATION Your Nailsworth expert Estate Agents and Valuers Land and Development New Home Specialists have a background in broadcasting, PR, marketing and publicity and know about volunteering in many areas - perhaps thats why they accepted me! 5,000 is now needed for Ndi MOYO. For more information about Ndi Moyo: www.ndimoyo.org If anyone can help - please contact Lizzie on 07857 553832 or go to her Virgin Money Giving page and type in Elizabeth Brett and youll find the link! Nailsworth & District Comrades Club Venue Hire for Birthday, Christmas, Anniversary, Wedding Parties etc . . . Fully licenced bars for up to 140 peoplePlease call 01453 832646 for more info or visit www.comradesclub.net HAVE FUN LEARNING TO PLAY THE PIANO ADULTS, CHILDREN, RETURNERS OR COMPLETE NOVICES PHONE STEPHEN: 01453 836451 / 07966 431869 email: stephenpeart@btopenworld.com DBS certified CHARITY CHARITY Longfield helps get rid of Christmas Trees Leave the effort of getting rid of your Christmas tree in the New Year to Longfield Hospice Care! Long field along with over 20 other hospices in the UK will collect real Christmas trees from your home for a donation to their local hospice. This will be done over a three day period 5 - 7 January 2018. The trees will be shredded at the hospice and used in our gardens. So while youre going to Midnight worship, toasting the Queen, or tucking into your Christmas turkey, our nurses will be in Volunteers needed Citizens Advice continues to run sessions at the Arkell Centre on Tuesdays from 1pm - 3.30pm. This service is funded by Nailsworth Town Council, but can only survive with peoples homes supporting them when they need it most. Longfield provides this specialist support every day of the year, night and day, completely free of charge, So please be generous in donating to Longfield this Christmas. Were providing vital services in your community (as well as collecting your Christmas tree in the New Year!) Register your tree for collection http:// tinyurl.com/RecyleYourTree or contact Julia Mundell/Claire Ellis for more information on 01453 886868 input from volunteer receptionists. We currently have a great team of 6 people who cover reception, but really need more. No training required, its just meeting and greeting. Over the last year we have helped 170 local people with 414 increasingly complex problems. Our Annual Report showed that every 1 invested in our organisation made a saving of 2.80 to public services and 14.66 benefit to individuals in income gained, debts written off or consumer problems resolved. If you can help us for 2.5 hours once every six weeks or so on a Tuesday afternoon, please contact Anne Elliott on 07817 879494 or email anne.elliott @nailsworthtowncouncil.gov.uk. John Quinn Plumbing & Heating Complete Bathroom Specialist Over 30 years experience No VAT charges Tel: 01453 836118 Mobile: 07807 882757 Festive Nigglesworth in Newmarket Road For Sale - Home made Donkey Sanctuary Christmas Cards - 1.50 each. Drop money in the box Result: 50p placed for one card bought and the rest stolen. Donkey Christmas cards are now being sold by Nigel at JustPets Old Market. Thank you! Happy Christmas from the donkeys. NAILSWORTH ACCOUNTANCY Town Hall, Old Bristol Road, Nailsworth 01453 835050 Small Practice For Small Clients = Small Fees Annual Sales Annual Fee From Up to 15,000 190.00 Up to 30,000 250.00 Up to 40,000 280.00 Over 40,000 By Agreement Tax Return Completion From 100 - Free Initial Consultation Michael Jefferies FMAAT ICPA & Emma Mills Sean Cowley Carpet Fitter Carpets supplied, fitted and refitted For competitive prices, telephone 01453 753458 or 07979 597250 For a free estimate contact Chris Blackwell on m: 07939 101520 t: 01453 835032 www.goldenstonesgardening.co.uk Your local Garden Maintenance & Landscape specialists 19 WHATS ON dEC-JAN WHATS ON dEC-JAN To request an event listing please email whatson@nailsworthnews.org.uk. Please submit February 2018 events by 15th January. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nailsworthnews and add events there also. NE W THIS MONTH Friday 5 January, Nail sworth film Club The Salesman, - doors open 7.30pm, film starts 8.00pm -All films at Arkell Centre, Forest Green - see www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk for details Tuesday 12 December, Cotteswold Natur alists history of horNs, Paul Tomlinson, with music and refreshments. Info Sue 836618 Wednesday 13 December, Nailsworth & distriCt flower arr aNgiNg soCiet y sNowballs & sleighbells, demoNstr atioN by Lucy Ellis. Sibley Hall Wycliffe. Tickets 10 including wine and mince pie. Information 01453 758496 OR 01453 835752. Thursday 14 December, Caf Plus. Refreshments, table top sales, charity Christmas Cards, arts and crafts. All profits to charity. Saturday 30 December, Nailsworth Comr ades Club, 8pm in the bar. Live Music: The Worried Men. Free entry Tuesday 16 January, Cotteswold Natur alists falCoNry: history, CoNservatioN, aNd bird CoNtrol, John Dowling. Info Sue 836618 Friday 26 January, Nailsworth film Club The Eagle Huntress, - doors open 7.30pm, film starts 8.00pm -All films at Arkell Centre, Forest Green - see www.nailsworthfilmclub.co.uk for details Wednesday 20 June 2018, Nailsworth soCiet y theatre goers Miss Saigon, Bristol Hippodrome 2.30pm. Depart Bus Station 12.30 -cost including coach 60. Payment by 31 January. See article on page 7 REGULAR EVENTS 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 Cl asses, Tuesdays 1.303pm, 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 geNer al Cr afts CirCle, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Mother Goose kNittiNg CirCle, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 6-8pm, Mother Goose kNittiNg grouP, Thursdays 10am-12pm, Mother Goose staiNed gl ass & 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 11am-1pm 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. CommuNit y workshoPs for home-educated children (7+ yrs), Fridays 9am & 11.30am (10). Info: Pam 07971 737626 CroC N 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 paid half termly). Newcomers welcome and 1st session free if signing up for their first half term. Info: 07957 235413 or Stephanie@crocnroll.co.uk 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 Pl aymates 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) PhoeNix Pl aymates Nursery aNd Pre-sChool -sessions 5 days a week (term time only). Nailsworth Primary School. Info: Julie 833511 or email phoenixplaymates@hotmail.com Pl ayCirCle 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 Pl ayCirCle droP iN Pl aysPaCe 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 For Christmas Services go to main articles on pages 2 & 3 st. georges 11am every Sunday Christchurch 10.30am every Sunday Priory ChurCh 11am & 5pm every Sunday Quaker Meeting House 10.30am every Sunday Community alzheimers 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. CitizeNs 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 frieNdshiP grouP, Tuesdays 2.30pm, Christ Church. Info: Margaret 834996 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 libr ary 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 maCul ar soCiet y, 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, 10am2.45pm, 4.50 to include morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea. Info: Mary Blunt 833703 Nailsworth CommuNity workshoP, Tuesdays 1.30-4pm, Subscription Rooms. Info: Info Pam 07971 737626 Nailsworth death Caf, We meet at the Canteen from 7:30-9:30 on the last Wednesday of alternate months. Next meeting 29 November. All welcome and we can be contacted by email jane.e.diamond@hotmail.com or call 07989 931913. Nailsworth Probus Club, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday 10am, Mortimer Room. Info: Peter Boxall 832880 Nailsworth Comr ades Club Quiz Night, 1st Saturday of the month 8-8.30pm start, Comrades Club. Info: 832646 Nailsworth Comr ades Club , BINGO - Fortnightly on Fridays, December 15, 29, January 12,26, 8-8.30pm start, Comrades Club. 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 20 WHATS ON dEC-JAN WHATS ON dEC-JAN seNior CitizeNs 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 womeNs iNstitute (WI) 2nd Monday in the month. St.Georges Parish Rooms 7.30. All are welcome. Contact: Liz Russell 01453 833065 Dance daNCe Cl asses, Wednesdays 7.45pm (intermediate collegiate shag) and 9pm (intermediate lindy hop), Comrades Club. Info: Nicky 07728 600056 hiP hoP aNd CheerleadiNg Cl ass (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 l atiN ameriCaN daNCe Cl ass for l adies, 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 Pil ates (fusioN) Tuesdays 6.30pm Sub rooms, Wednesdays 12.15 Sawyer Hall. Info: Stuart 07986 003602 www.pulse4life.co.uk Pil ates, Thursdays 6.30pm & 8pm, Mortimer Room. Info: Bea 07717 472129 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, Arkell Centre. Info: Andy 07904 052711 taiJi wuxigoNg (Chi goNg), Thursdays 9.30am, Christ Church Hall. Info: Poh-Eng San 297847. walkiNg from the Comr ades Club, Saturdays 10am for a 2 hour gentle 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 7.00-8.30pm, Christ Church Hall. Info: Brendan 834304 Film, Music and Theatre Nailsworth siNgers. Tuesdays 10.30am12pm. 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 CommuNit y meNs 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 dr amatiC soCiet y - Rehearsals Tuesdays and Thursdays when production is being prepared. Youth Section in operation: Info aj. usher@hotmail.com Nailsworth silver baNd, Mondays (beginners 5.30pm, training band 6pm, band rehearsal 7.15pm), Band Room Brewery Lane Food, Drink, Fetes & Markets Nailsworth friday (formerly Country Market) market, Fridays 8.45-11am, Mortimer Room. fairtr ade 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 flea market aNd ColleCtables, 1st Saturday of the month 9am-1pm, Mortimer Rooms. 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 Pil ates, 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 Pil ates 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. Info: contact details at www.cotswoldallrunners.club 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 Nailsworth mills bowliNg Club taster sessioNs, Fridays, 6.15pm - 8.45pm. Coaching given - bring flat shoes. Info: John 833966 or Julia.stannard1@sky.com Nift y fifties, Thursdays 9.30am, Forest Green Rovers studio - easy aerobic work out and Pilates mat work. Info: Meg 07970 434316 N soC r ambiNg 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 (8.309.30pm 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 Cl ass (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) 2 December shortwood utd v maNgotsfield, 3.00pm 5 December shortwood utd v swiNdoN suPermariNe, 7.45pm 12 December short wood utd v kidliNgtoN, 7.45pm 16 December short wood utd v bristol maNor farm, 3.00pm 26 December shortwood utd v slimbridge, 3.00pm 6 January shortwood utd v didCot towN, 3.00pm 27 January shortwood utd v wimborNe towN, 3.00pm Talks & Groups NsoC arts, Crafts & Music Group & LSG, Monday 4 December, 7.30pm. Chrismas Celebration - Tudor Christmas presented by From Time to Time, with mince pies and mulled wine: Parish Room: Info Jane 835554 and Dave 832034 NsoC soCiet y tea Part y, Saturday 6 January, 3.00pm. Open to all members and prospective members. For further information about NSOC events please visit their website www.thenailsworthsociety.co.uk 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 PeoPles sexual health droP iN, first Tuesday of the month 3.30-4.30pm, Arkell Centre. Info: Tracey 833212 21 COUNCIL & COMMUNITY COUNCIL & COMMUNITY Coventry Building Society teams up with Trading Standards to raise awareness of scams in locality On Monday 11 December between 10am -12pm, representatives from Gloucestershire Trading Standards and the Police will be in the branch on Fountain Street to talk to customers and give advice on how they can protect themselves from fraud and scams. Jackie Harris, manager of the branch, said, At the Coventry, were committed to serving our local communities and we want to remind consumers that, particularly with Christmas approaching, its very important to remain vigilant to avoid falling victim to fraud or scams. Were delighted to welcome Trading Standards and the Police here to raise awareness of these issues, and would encourage anyone who would like to find out more to come along on Monday 11 December. Stroud District Councillors Report for NN December 2017 Housing at Lawnside - Several residents are concerned by the rumours that houses and bungalows at Lawnside are to be demolished. This is not going to happen. The reason for workmen onsite with tape measures is that the dwellings are to be fitted with new windows and outside insulated cladding. Cllr Norman Kay 833458 cllr.norman.kay@stroud.gov.uk Cllr Sue Reed 833472 cllr.sue.reed@stroud.gov.uk Cllr Steve Robinson 834270 cllr.steve.robinson@stroud.gov.uk County Councillors Report for NN December 2017 Cars parking on Nympsfield Road on FGR match days have recently caused traffic problems. The GCC Enforcement Parking Officers are now aware of this and will be taking action against offenders at future home matches. There continue to be complaints regarding hedges encroaching onto roads and paths. Hedges should be cut back to your boundary. A hedge in Nailsworth was recently found to be reducing the highway by 3 feet. Cllr Steve Robinson 834270 steve.robinson@gloucestershire.gov.uk Surgery, Felling & Stump Removal Pruning and Hedge Trimming Debris Recycling Full Consultancy Service, Free Quotations Your local tree experts for over 25 years Tel: 01285 760466 Aston Down, Stroud GL6 8GATel: 01285 760466 Aston Down, Stroud GL6 8GA The Steppes Residential Care Home Est 1981 A small, warm and friendly care home for the elderly, in a peaceful corner of Cossack Square. With trained care staff giving around the clock personal care, we endeavour to meet our residents needs and ensure their happiness. For a brochure or to arrange a visit,please telephone Mrs Jo Smith01453 83240607970 742727 22 SPORT SPORT Its a rollercoaster at Meadowbank Shortwood United has had a rollercoaster month. In the FA Vase the performances have been stunning with a win over strong and very useful sides, Didcot Town and Frome, and then in the next round away at Paulton Rovers. These victories were no fluke, and proved that with sheer grit, talent and keeping to the game plan they could beat anyone on their day! Finally the ball is being played in simple triangles on the ground with little up and under and hope stuff! Very healthy, very well deserved and positive applause has greeted the players leaving these two Cup wins. Back in August the new team didnt find it easy to adjust to new players and systems - now there is much more order and composure on the field and it definitely shows, but not enough in the league! Almost without knowing it, Shortwood has slipped into the relegation zone and it is not going to be easy to escape without far more consistency. The players and management will definitely know this and the skill and pace and footie knowhow is clear for all to see! A few league wins, confidence is restored and we know what that brings! When all the players are back to match fitness with places to fight for, well see a little more real stability and then what the players are really made of. Both goalkeepers have earned their place with fine performances; the defence is starting to come together well and midfield is fighting and tackling as if their lives depended on it. Strikers now need to be fed the ball more clinically and patiently and then... who knows! Every game is a big game now and big crowds will bring its rewards too. www.pitchero.com/clubs/ shortwoodunited Experts in Selling & Letting Property T: 01453 833366 E: nailsworth@parkersproperties.co.uk www.parkersproperties.co.uk FUTURESIX GUTTER VACUUM SERVICES 07933 629849 07973 326351 & PLUMBING gutters@futuresix.com plumbing@futuresix.com www.milesmorgantravel.co.uk Phone lines open until 10pm 01453 836186 The Old Stamp Office, George Street GL6 0AG Hayley Peachey Manager Claire Griffiths Travel Specialist Sarah Madden Travel Specialist Alison Saunders Travel Specialist Nailsworths Award Winning Travel Team Miles Morgan Travel has 15 shops across the South West and the team in Nailsworth has a great reputation for providing exceptional service and sharing their knowledge and expertise of the many destinations visited around the world. Voted The Best Travel Agent in the South West and Wales for 2016 and 2017 River & Ocean Cruise Specialists Australia & New Zealand Canada Affordable luxury Bespoke holidays created for you Escorted Tours with a free VIP home departure service Great rates on Foreign Exchange Hayley and the team wish you a Merry Christmas and look forward to seeing you soon 23 COMMUNITY Remembrance 2017 Remembrance 2017 was just a little bit special this year as the woollen poppies on the Clock Tower (an official War Memorial) brought in many to the town just to look, photograph and even ponder awhile. The brief Armistice Day ceremony here was beautifully simple and supported by a great many, as a wreath was laid. The Remembrance Day parade and Service at St. Georges was, once more, equally memorable and for the first time in years there was standing room only in the church. Rev. Mike Smith led the service and Rev. Helene Grant took the sermon. 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