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ContentsFamous Face 5Food & Entertainment 6Leader’s Life 28Delicious Dishes 7Health & Beauty 24Vouchers 24What’s On 12Gloucester Rugby 21Homes & Gardens 28In the Garden 31Professional Services 36Property News 35In the Home 39People First Policing 41Competition Winners 42Index of Advertisers 42

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Welcome to our June issue – packed with all the usualfeatures and providing our readers with a great numberof local events in our ‘What’s On’ section, includingshows, theatre, films, live music, sport and wonderfulattractions to visit.In addition to the long weekend in celebration of theQueen’s Diamond Jubilee, things are starting to hot up aswe get closer to the London 2012 Olympics. TheOlympic Torch relay has begun on UK soil and will passthrough over 1,000 communities before arriving for theopening ceremony in London. We hope many of you gota glimpse of the torch as it journeyed through theGloucester area in May.In our competitions you could win a Family Ticket towatch Gloucestershire play at the Cheltenham CricketFestival and there’s another opportunity to enjoy freeentry to see Tom Jones live at Kingsholm.If you’re in to sport, don’t miss the first everGloucestershire Sports Festival at Cheltenham Collegeat the end of the month. Details including free travel andsavings on family tickets are on page 14. You’ll have theopportunity to try a whole range of sports or just enjoywatching the experts demonstrate their skills.Former Gloucestershire and England wicket keeperJack Russell kindly posed for our cover this month. Readabout another of Jack’s passions on page 5 and maybevisit the Sports Festival to view some of his work.

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Jack Russell needs no introduction to cricketfans locally or across the country – he is oneof the legendary characters to have keptwicket for both Gloucestershire andEngland. However, many may not beaware that his sporting prowess wasalways matched by his ability to paint.Sadly, Jack no longer dons the keeper’s

gloves at the crease, but his passion andenjoyment of art continues and, notsurprisingly, cricket features strongly inhis work.In 1994 Jack acquired his premises in

Chipping Sodbury High Street and, afterextensive refurbishment, The Jack Russell Gallerywas opened to house his collection – and itprovides a wonderful backdrop to his portfolio.With over two hundred oil paintings on display,in addition to cricket the subject matter rangesfrom rugby and snooker to sea and landscapes,wildlife, historic buildings and portraits.One of his favourite paintings is also one of his

earliest, depicting the wartime raid on StNazaire. The picture was inspired by thebrother of the gallery manager, Jim Ruston, whotook part in the raid.For cricket enthusiasts numerous ‘Ashes’

images and Jack’s current project is a bookcontaining paintings of all the 70+ grounds hehas played at. There are also paintings ofDickie Bird, test umpire from 1973-1996,during his last match – officiating betweenEngland and India. Jack scored124 runs in the second test andwas the last person to bedismissed by Dickie Bird in hislong, illustrious career.A number of paintings have

been bought by other cricketers,with scenes of the Ashes inparticular demand from formerAustralian test stars.When asked about his

favourite venues, Jack said:“Apart from the Ashes at Lords,Cheltenham College is myfavourite ground. A fast pitch andenthusiastic crowd – fuelledwith cider and lager – make for

an entertaining match withgreat atmosphere. When Iget my cricketingcalendar, one of thefirst things I do is checkwho will be playing atthe College.”Jack’s testimonial

match in 2004 was atCheltenham, wherehe was carried off by

Courtney Walsh andDavid ‘Sid’ Lawrence. This

was also the last time he wore wicketkeeping gloves.Rugby at Kingsholm and snooker continue the

sporting theme, with major events and matchesoften being the subject matter that appeals to Jackmost. The Inns of Court form part of anarchitectural angle to the collection, but the largestsection is devoted to landscapes – in particularscenes from around his nativeGloucestershire.

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There’s an opportunity to view some of Jack’s paintings in Cheltenham which will be on display at the inaugural Gloucestershire Sports Festival (30th June& 1st July). The Cheltenham Cricket Festival runs from 11th-22nd July. See our ‘What’s On’ pages for further information on both these events.

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9-10 JUNEGLOUCESTERSHIRE MOTOR SHOWA great day out for all the family with plentyof free fun activities including a circusworkshop in the morning and a golfworkshop in the afternoon. Over theweekend there will be a wide variety ofmusical entertainment, dance troop andkarate displays. Motor dealerships fromacross Gloucestershire will have their latestmodels on display and there will be exhibitsof vintage classics from the 1920’s onwardsand looking to the future with a display ofelectrical and biodiesel cars. HighnamCourt’s beautiful gardens which wereshowcased on BBC’s 2009 GardenersWorld, will be open to all visitors of themotor show included in the price. Therewill be an array of tempting shoppingopportunities and refreshments on offer.Adults £7, Children £5, family £15.www.gloucestershiremotorshow.co.uk11 JUNEHALF DAY COURSES ATPRESCOTT SHOOTINGFull morning of intense shooting instructionto suit both novice or experienced shots.Join a group of up to 5. Refreshments,cartridges, clays, gun hire (if needed), allsafety equipment and insurance is allincluded. £99+VAT. Contact Dan – 01242673542 or [email protected] JUNEFILM: THE IRON LADY [12A]

Starring academy-award winners MerylStreep and Jim Broadbent, The Iron Lady isan insight into the life of the first femaleleader of the western world, MargaretThatcher. This controversial lady smashedthrough the barriers of gender and class tobe heard in a male-dominated world.Reuniting Streep with Mamma Mia directorPhyllida Lloyd, this is a surprising andinsightful portrait of an extraordinary andcomplex woman. 7.45pm. Tickets: £6(£5). Box Office: 01242 258002.www.bacontheatre.co.uk

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Annual outdoor garden sculpture exhibitionat Snowborough House, Twyning GL206DN. 60 sculptors, 150 exhibits, indoorart, refreshments. 10.30-4pm. 016842966052/3/4 JUNEFLOWER FESTIVAL ATCHRISTCHURCH, ABBEYDALETheme: “Stories from the Bible” plusQueens Diamond Jubilee display.Tea/coffee and light refreshments served allday. Baskets of flowers for sale atreasonable prices. Saturday 2nd June10.30am-4.30pm; Sunday 3rd June12.30pm-4.30pm; Monday 4th June10.30am-4.30pm.3 JUNEOPEN GARDENS AT HAYMESGARTH IN AID OF COBALTBeautiful terraced garden with stunningviews and beautiful water feature. Plantsales, Refreshments. Admission £2.50,adults, children free. Guide dogs only. 2-4.30pm.4 JUNECHEESE ROLLING RACE ATCOOPERS HILLUnless the official organisers announce thetraditional cheese rolling race downCoopers Hill, it will undoubtedly make anunofficial comeback. Competitors andspectators will flock from miles around towatch and chase the 8lb DoubleGloucester cheese roll down the hillfollowed by the contenders tumbling out ofcontrol in a bid to win the prize.TETBURY WOOLSACK RACESThe annual woolsack races will again takeplace this year. Events commence at 10am,racing starts at 2pm. The race involvesrunning up Gumstool Hill which is a 1 in 4

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over 40 different sports and activities towatch & try for every member of yourfamily. For more information and topurchase cheaper online tickets (only £5Adults & £3 Under 16’s) visitwww.sportsfestivals.co.uk.THE COTSWOLD SHOW

An action packed day out for all the family.Main arena events from monster trucks toanimal displays. Countryside arena withexperts on dog handling, shotgun safetyand coarse fishing. Fun fair, circusworkshop, stalls, helicopter rides andmusic. Absolutely something for everyone!9am-6pm. Advance tickets £8.80 adult,£3.20 children – available online fromwww.cotswoldshow.co.uk or on the dayfor £11 and £4.4 JULYKRISTY GALLACHERAcoustic singer/songwriter at Café Rene.31 Southgate Street GL1 1TP. 01452309340, 9pm – free entry before [email protected] www.caferene.co.uk.4-15 JULYCHELTENHAM MUSIC FESTIVALHuge summer celebration of live classicalmusic. Events range from free familyworkshops, young artists projects andperformances from well-knowncomposers. Events take place in a variety ofvenues from the Town Hall, Pump Rooms,local churches and Everyman Theatre.Ticket prices vary for each event so visitwww.cheltenhamfestivals.com to book.6 JULYTRIP THE SWITCHPop soul at Café Rene. 31 Southgate StreetGL1 1TP. 01452 309340, 9pm – free entrybefore 11pm. [email protected] JULYFOLK MUSIC FESTIVALTwo stages rammed full of talent, someamazing, intimate, acoustic performances inOver Farms Barns. Cater Cater will besupplying those amazing pizzas and joiningthem will be Oink, the carbon free porkcompany. Dozens of local brews will beavailable for you to try. Book tickets fromwww.barnonthefarm.co.uk11 JULYTR CLEMMETTUrban street and gypsy roots music at CaféRene. 31 Southgate Street GL1 1TP.01452 309340, 9pm – free entry before11pm. [email protected].


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The pop phenomenon have announcedthey will be bringing their reunion tour toWestonbirt Arboretum this summer.Tickets £36 and are available from ForestryCommission box office 03000 680400 orbuy on www.forestry.gov.uk.23-29 JULYCAFE RENE PRESENTS RHYTHMAND BLUES FESTIVALSee centre pages.

11-22 JULYBREWIN DOLPHIN CHELTENHAMCRICKET FESTIVALCheltenham’s longest running cricketfestival will again be held in the idyllicgrounds. With the huge success of lastyears’ festival attracting crowds of over25,000 this years’ festival plans to be biggerand better. To purchase tickets visitwww.gloscricket.co.uk.13 JULYRAYGUNS LOOK REAL ENOUGHComedy caberet rock at Café Rene. 31Southgate Street GL1 1TP. 01452 309340,9pm – free entry before [email protected] www.caferene.co.uk.14 JULY

14-15 JULYTEWKESBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVALOver the festival weekend thousands of re-enactors will travel from around the worldto help re-create the Battle of Tewkesburyof 1471. Discover how ordinary soldiersand their families lived and visit KingEdward in this sumptuous camp. Browsethe medieval market and sample a widerange of beers and meads. Visitwww.tewkesburymedievalfestival.org.

GL4TOGETHER FUN DAYFun Dog Show entries from 12 noon,Craft and Flower Show, lots ofattractions including Bikes, Dogs,Dancing and Martial Arts displays pluslots more, fun for everyone at GlevumOpen Spaces Abbeydale.

18 JULYTOM BROWNINGSolo acoustic artist at Café Rene. 31Southgate Street GL1 1TP. 01452 309340,9pm – free entry before [email protected] www.caferene.co.uk.18-21 JULYTHE SOUND OF MUSICThe hills of Gloucestershire will soon bealive with the sound of music asPromenade Productions present theRodgers and Hammerstein hit musical.Tickets available from Showcase (01242224144) £9-£14 (Concessions available).7.30pm (Saturday Matinee 2.30pm). TheBacon Theatre, Hatherley Road,Cheltenham GL51 6HE.20 JULYTHE WANTEDThe pop sensation The Wanted have justannounced their date at WestonbirtArboretum. Tickets are £27.50. ForestryCommission box office 03000 680400 orbuy on www.forestry.gov.uk.BIG JIM AND AMERICAN ERICACOUSTIC MAYHEMLiterally acoustic mayhem at Café Rene. 31Southgate Street GL1 1TP. 01452 309340,9pm – free entry before [email protected] www.caferene.co.uk.20-22 JULYCOTSWOLD BEER FESTIVALThe 36th Cotswold Beer Festival will beheld at Postlip Hall, Winchcombe, featuringover 80 real ales, ciders and perry. Ticketsfor Friday and Saturday are available in

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