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Stow timeSIssue 78 • July 2010
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From the Editor
Summer in the Cotswolds
There are views, wonderful views – and Cotswold views.
We all have our favourites.
If there could be only one thing to explain the Cotswolds, I think it would
be the views – there is a different view around every corner, and it looks
different coming back!
However, next month we will be very short of views - we will be
featuring our Second Photographic Competition and every photo will
have been taken in one of the communities where we deliver (or drop
bundles of) Stow Times, Moreton Times or Bourton Times, and within
the 30 mph signs. No views! We have begun to collect photos to show
you and we are hoping that there will be lots of entries again this year. I
promise that it wont be difficult - but it will help if you look around you
and note all the little details that are unique/ special about our towns and
villages – a roofline, a chimney, a gateway, an unusual window or a
feature in a wall – and remember where they are!
Meanwhile after a hectic month of international sport, you could be almost
fully occupied every weekend in July without travelling very far at all,
with a wonderful choice of fetes and fairs to visit, with concerts, plays, and
beautiful gardens.
Whatever you choose to do we hope you will have a wonderful July, full
of all the summer-y things that bring a smile to your face.
Best wishes,
Jenni Turner
Copy Date for the August edition is 16th July.(The 16th is our copy date for every month this year)
Our Front Cover Photo was taken at Churchill Veteran & Classic CarShow©Stow Times, 2010.
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Inside this edition FEATURES
6,7 Understanding Planning – Enabling Development, with articles
from Julia Bennett at Tyack Architects and Ben Jones from
Yorke Contruction Ltd
12, 13 Churchill Veteran & Classic Car Show – photos recording a
great day out
REGULARS
9 Rotary – News from the local clubs
15 NCCR, grants and local charities
16 Robb Eden considers the possible outcomes of the Budget
17 Community Issues – Dog Fouling, it is still a menace!
18 Local Authorities, meetings & information
19 Stow Town Council – notes from the June meeting
Stow Town Plan – an overview from Alun White, Councillor
20 Church Services
23 – 27 LOCAL EVENTS & EVENTS DIARY for July
26 Village Halls & Events
27 Rural Cinemas & Events
30 BOOK REVIEWS - from Cotswold Bookstore
Local Walks in May
31, 32 Correspondence - Stow Toilets, Healthmatic’s MD writes
back; potholes; world records; and are you a lost person?
33-35 Local Schools – news & reports
41 Moreton Rangers – updates from Martin Jones, Sec,
The 6-A-Side World Cup
43 Stow Cricket Club - Ash Andrews, Capt reports on a great run
of wins!
44 Sports Clubs News and Reports
45 News & Reports from some of the Local Clubs, etc..
46 Local Clubs, Societies, Associations & Charities
47 Local Business Directory
Thank you to all our contributors and writers, to Diana Murphy whoresearches and edits local information, to Janet Marley who is managingour deliveries and finds time to do a little sub-editing too, and to all ourdeliverers and sources of information. We always appreciate their timeand commitment.
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Extra copies of Stow Times are generally available at Stow Library andat Go-Stow, Stow’s Visitor Information Centre in Talbot Court, Stow.Copies are also carried on The Villager Bus.
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We are delighted to feature the first of a series of articles by Julia Bennett at Tyack Architects in Moreton in Marsh:
Understanding Planning: Enabling DevelopmentLiving in the Cotswolds, we are blessed with many buildings of
significant historic and aesthetic value. The planning system
aims to protect these heritage assets on our behalf through
conservation policies and designations - such as Conservation
Areas and Listed Building status – to help determine which
development proposals may – and often more poignantly, which
may not – be granted planning consent.
Many historic buildings survive because they continue to have a
viable use and value, so that owners invest in their necessary
maintenance and repair.
Redundant agricultural buildings however have often lost their
economic function within modern farming, and can quickly fall
into severe disrepair.
In the last few decades, conversion to residential use has
‘rescued’ many such agricultural buildings in our area because
the cost of renovation is balanced out eventually by the
resultant increase in property value.
Sometimes though, the numbers just do not stack up - the cost
of repair and conversion of barns and other farm buildings far
exceeds the end value – and this is called a “conservation
deficit”. What can be done to save significant heritage buildings
when there is no magic fund to subsidise them being brought
back into viable use?
This was the challenge facing local firm West Oxfordshire
Developments Ltd when they acquired Manor Farm in
Donnington in 2006. They recognised the importance of the
farmstead and its location and so they commissioned Cotswold
design specialists Tyack Architects from Moreton in Marsh, and
Hunter Page Planning consultants from Cheltenham, to help
them tackle such a sensitive planning case.
From the start it was clear that the planners supported
refurbishment and conversion of the farmhouse and five stone
barns, all Grade II listed, but the conservation deficit was
substantial. If two unlisted buildings elsewhere on the site could
be demolished and replaced with two new dwellings there
would be enough subsidy to save the listed buildings - but under
normal circumstances, applications for new dwellings in small
villages such as Donnington are firmly rejected at planning.
Recognising exceptional situations such as
this, English Heritage developed a policy
statement in 2000 called ‘Enabling
Development and the Conservation of
Heritage Assets’ to be used alongside existing
conservation planning policy. It is certainly
not a licence for developers to bypass all the
rules – it involves an intricate and prescribed
process to show that the ‘sum of the benefits
clearly outweighs the disbenefits’, and that
strictly no harm will come to the heritage
assets as a trade-off.
Hunter Page Planning employed this policy at Donnington,
where the two new dwellings, carefully designed by Tyack
Architects to replace a Dutch barn and a ruined cart shed, have
now been constructed by Yorke Construction of Cheltenham.
These have successfully enabled the barns and farmhouse to be
restored.
Being appointed Main Contractor on such a sensitive sight is not
without its challenges. Yorke Construction Ltd have extensive
experience in the restoration of historical buildings in the
Cotswolds and were delighted to be appointed to build both
new properties on the site: The Byre and Mitchell’s Barn. Both
new dwellings are now completed and inhabited. Ben Jones of
Yorke Construction - “Any development such as this, in an Area
of Outstanding Natural Beauty, will require a certain amount of
sensitivity and flexibility in dealings with the local community. In
the case of Donnington, the site is large and prominent and
although the extensive building works have obviously caused
some disruption to local residents, hopefully the finished houses
will be seen as an enhancement and architectural asset to this
picturesque Cotswold village .Speaking personally, I would like to
thank them all for the patience, understanding and good nature
that they have extended to us throughout the last twelve
months.”
Julia Bennett, DipArch MScEEB AECB
Architect
Tyack Architects
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THE CONTRACTOR’S POINT OF VIEW:Ben Jones, Project Manager for Yorke Construction
Tyack Architects in conjunction with Hunter Page Planning did
such a fantastic job in gaining an unusual permission within the
Cotswolds that the pressure really was on Yorke Construction Ltd
to deliver in terms of the finished product.
The Byre with its mixture of structural oak and traditional
Cotswold stonework, and Mitchell’s Barn with it’s amazing
curved zinc roof and more commercial steel frame construction,
provided their fair share of challenges throughout the build
process.
Both properties incorporate Ground Source Heat Pump
technology to run under-floor heating and also to provide hot
water. Installing this process required each site to be completely
dug up and hundreds of metres of pipe-work to be laid during a
particularly grim winter.
The powder-coated aluminium windows set off the external
cladding in both properties and whilst the Byre relies upon
English oak vertical boards, Mitchell’s facade is unusually made
from rough sawn Siberian larch, fixed in a double lap pattern
and giving the impression of panels laid out within the steel
frame structure.
Over the next few months we will be featuring
a number of articles on planning issues,
hopefully throwing some light onto procedures
and best practise as well as considering some
of the social, economic and ecological issues. If
you would like to be involved, please contact
the Editor.
Although the houses are by no means the norm
within the Cotswolds, they do fit comfortably into
what was, after all, a farm yard environment – and
as the building has neared completion, the reaction
from the local community has generally been
positive. It is always difficult to arrive on site as a
main contractor in such a tight knit community, but
Yorke Construction has been sensitive to the
situation and has worked hard to keep disruption to
a minimum.
Ben Jones, Project Manager at Yorke Construction -
“It has been a pleasure to be involved in the
creation of such an unusual pair of buildings.
West Oxfordshire Development and Tyack
Architects set us a challenge by creating such a
unique design and the craftsmen at Yorke
Construction have certainly risen to that challenge.”
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Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland
North Cotswolds RotaryFrom Rotarian Brian Honess, PRO
Rotary Club of KIngham & DaylesfordFrom Paul Jackson
The annual Golf Day held on Monday 7th June proved very
successful, with some 80 golfers at Norton Downs Golf Club
enjoying good summer weather for the competition followed
by a dinner and prize giving. Their “efforts” (and pleasure!)
raised some £3,000 for three charities - the international
charity Water Aid; the national Multiple Sclerosis Society, and
the local charity The Family Haven which cares for
disadvantaged families in Gloucestershire. Each
charity received a
cheque for £1,000
and representatives
of each charity
spoke briefly about
their work and how
the funds would be
used. The photo
shows Past President
Will Mustoe, with his
team members. Will
was the winner of the
best Rotarian of the
day!
Rotary President, David Turtle,
presented the Charles Appleford
Award to Rotarian Brian Honess.
The late Rotarian Charles
Appleford donated the trophy to
be awarded annually, at the
discretion of the Club’s President,
to the person who in his
estimation had contributed above
normal expectations towards the
Club’s activities. Brian had
instigated collections for the
disasters in Sumatra and South
Pacific last October and the
earthquake that occurred in Haiti
January.
These collections raised over
£8,000, which was put towards
the purchase of Shelter boxes to
help alleviate suffering of some of those who had lost their
homes in these natural disasters.
“Duck Racing”
Bourton on the Water
Saturday 31st July.Raising funds for Rotary charities.
In addition to the excitement of the races, with the ducks being
cheered on by numerous ‘punters’, there will also be a Grand
Tombola and a display of the contents of one of the Rotary
Shelter Boxes. Please come and support this grand event and
enjoy the fun that it generates. See you then!
New members ‘blaze the trail’
The new club continues to “blaze
the trail” with a large number of
woman members and
husbands/wives joining together.
Linda and Charlie Care from
Kingham were welcomed by
President Nova Bradley. Linda said
that she looks forward to the
obvious friendship and fellowship
available. “We are proud to join an organisation with such trust
and integrity that does so much good locally and around the
world.” New members are always welcome…….come along
anytime, there’s no obligation. Call Paul Jackson 01608 658 500.
Presidential Award
to Kingham and Daylesford Rotary in its first year
It was a big surprise for President
Nova Bradley to receive recently
a rare accolade, so soon in the
short history of the club. Given
by the Rotary’s Global President
John Kenny, the award recognises
support for Rotary’s principles
and charities, local and global.
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The day dawned warm and breezy – ideal for a day out and
there were plenty of things to keep all the family occupied.
The Churchill car show grows like Topsy, and this year over 460
vehicles arrived to park on the village green beside the Village
Hall. Cars were lined up row on row, polished and gleaming
(mostly – there were a couple of wonderfully iconic un-
restored vehicles, both of which arrived and left under their
own power - one of them was on tour), often with picnics on
board and well presented information sheets to slip under a
windscreen wiper, oily rags tucked out of sight.
Many of these vehicles (there were also bikes, tractors and
farm equipment, with steam engines and two working model
trains) are local/ live in the North Cotswolds, but there were
many that you might not have seen before - making this a
perfect day out for the lesser spotted classic car-spotter (and
there were quite a number of those)!
This venue offer masses of space for children to run around
while other members of the party slip off for forty winks, with
ice creams and cream teas, a beer tent, excellent live music and
a ‘games arcade’. Apart from the cars attractions included an
interesting autojumble, motorcycles and stationary engines,
stalls and sideshows, and joy(!), proper toilets.
If you haven’t visited this show before, be sure
to put it in your diary next time round. Pack up your car
with your family, some comfortable shoes and a sunhat
for a perfect day out.
Editor.
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AGITPOP - the music and politics showon North Cotswold Community Radio presented by Chris Jury – new weekend slot – Sundays, 7.30pm
The new summer season of Agitpop launched in its new weekend slot withan appearance by actor and radical poet Dudley Sutton(www.dudleysutton.com/). Dudley appeared for six series as Tinker Dillalongside Agitpop presenter Chris Jury, in the classic BBC TV series Lovejoy.Still acting, Dudley has developed a parallel career as a radical poet andsinger/songwriter, touring nationally and appearing at Glastonbury and theEdinburgh Festival and collaborating with Mick Jones of The Clash. Dudleyplayed some of his own songs live and chose some of his favourite politicalsongs from Dylan to the Drop Kick Murphys.
As well as Dudley, the star-studded guest list for this seven week run (untilearly August) includes - Observer columnist and novelist, Henry Porter(www.henry-porter.com/); Brad Hooker, Professor of Philosophy atReading University; and Lynden Stowe Cotswold District Councillor forCampden Vale, with a special programme devoted to this years LevellersDay in Burford (www.levellers.org.uk/).
The interview shows take the form of a sort of political Desert Island Discs,with guests choosing songs that have a particular political resonance forthem. The format aims to provide a popular and entertaining platform foran accessible discussion of politics, political philosophy and culture.
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The new broom has started to sweep clean & for business there is a hint of optimism that, at last,government seems to have taken on board many of the issues that have been hindering small businessesrather than helping them. Lowering Corporation Tax rates & making it easier for small businesses to borroware key ingredients in a mix of measures that are much needed if we are not to continue with thestagnation that has halted growth over the past few years. As I have said many times in the past, smallbusinesses are the boiler house of the economy & unlike the public sector they do not drain resources. As Iwrite this article we do not know the outcome of the Chancellor’s Budget but there has been talk of puttingup the Vat rate, something that I agree with as this will not only help Vat registered businesses withcashflow, it will bring in sizeable amounts of tax relatively quickly. I understand the concerns of many thatpoorer families will be hit but I think the positive effects on the economy far outweigh the negative short-term effect this policy will bring. One of the other issues that needs to be addressed sooner rather thanlater is one of bank charges, banks seem to believe that they have a God given right to charge what theywant and individuals, families & businesses suffer. The sooner the government act to open up the bankingsector to new players the quicker we will see the positive impact on business, at the same time bringingincreased competition to the marketplace. Another area I would look at is the Vat Registration threshold. Itis much too low. I have watched too many businesses suffer as they are forced to register for Vat at a timewhen others in the black economy are undercutting legitimate businesses, forcing some to close becausethey are no longer competitive. Year on year the Vat registration threshold has only been increased by smallamounts therefore catching many profitable businesses in a net that also puts them at a disadvantage tonon-vat registered businesses. The answer has to be either doubling the Vat registration threshold orwidening the categories of business that can benefit from exemption. I know of a number of localbusinesses that have suffered because of this and it’s not easy telling them that the legislation was notspecifically designed to put them out of business or to discriminate against them or their employees!
Should you require help with your accounts, payroll, Vat or any other aspect of taxation you should eithercontact your accountant or give me a ring for free telephone advice.
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A shocking way to save lives
Bourton-on-the-Water district councillor and health campaigner
Sheila Jeffery and Kevin Dickens, operations support manager
for Great Western Ambulance Service , have succeeded in
getting agreement for life-saving automated external
defibrillators being set up in all the District’s leisure centres.
Defibrillators work by shocking a heart back into action after a
cardiac arrest, and it is hoped that schools, care homes,
shopping centres and tourist attractions across the District will
also consider providing the life-saving equipment. The cost of a
defibrillator is £900.
Kevin Dickens explained the importance of the equipment: "Just
a few minutes’ delay can mean that people lose their lives, so a
defibrillator really can prove vital. You do not need to be trained
in using them because someone in the control room on the end
of the phone, will talk the person through it." Staff at leisure
centres will be trained on how to use the equipment, which will
be in place in the near future.
Playing Field and Playground of the YearCompetition 2010
TWO CATEGORIES AS FOLLOWS:
Playing Field of the Year
A public playing field where organised team sports such as
cricket, football etc are played.
Playground of the Year
An area consisting of play equipment and/or informal sports
whether on or off a playing field.
For example if a playing field also has a playground then the
playground will be judged in the Playground of the Year and the
formal sports part will be judged in the Playing Field of the Year.
The Prize money this year will be as follows:
Winner in each category £150
Runner Up in each category £75
Each entry will receive a copy of the judge's report and
comments – these have been most useful for entrants in the
previous years.
Closing date for entries - Tuesday 7th September
Entry fee - £5.00
For an entry form, please contact Graham Ross, Secretary,
Gloucestershire Playing Fields Association.
Tel: 01452 530931 or email [email protected]
The 1st Cotswold Parish Network:
FOCUS ON COMMUNITY ACTIONAldsworth Village Hall
Tuesday 13th July - 6 until 8pm GRCC in partnership with CDC are launching the Cotswold Parish
Network, a new forum for community organisations, parish
councils and parish plan steering groups in the District.
SHARING IDEAS, BEST PRACTICE AND EXPERIENCES.
Let’s get going with community projectsincluding those arising from parish plans!
Book your place - [email protected] . 01452 528491
ST. EDWARD’S HALL Registered Charity No. 295660
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGFriday 30th July • 6pm • in St Edward’s Hall
There is one vacancy existing and the following two membersMichael Lee & Veronica Woodford are retiring by rotation and will be
offering themselves for re election.. The Management Committee is also able to co-opt up to two further
Trustees.
These positions are open to anyone living within Stow or the surrounding
villages who has an interest in the community with views as to the use, care
and maintenance of the Hall. There are usually three meetings a year.
Please apply for nomination papers from The Administrator
Email, [email protected]/ telephone, 01451 831633.
Nomination forms must be returned to
The Administrator by 5pm on Thursday 29th July 2010.
For all dog owners, walkers & friends,
PLEASE take this personally! Love your dog AND care for your community, and when you
meet other dog walkers and chat, please encourage them to
clean up that ‘poo’! Tourist dogs too!
BAG IT & BIN IT!Please use a plastic bag to pick up faeces, or a "poop
scoop" bag - (carrier bags or nappy sacks are good too!)
Put it in one of the designated dog bins, or take it
home, double bag it and put in with refuse or double
bag it and put it in a normal litter bin.
PLEASE don’t leave bags hanging on a bush, a tree or a fence –
it isn’t hygienic, it could be fatally attractive to children, and
isn’t funny.
Remember to wash your hands as soon as possible.
DOG BINS ARE RED AND ARE ON POSTS.
They are generally sited where people walk dogs!
CONTACT Animal Warden,[email protected] 01285 623 422
Free Poop-Scoops!Currently a limited number of biodegradable poop-scoop bags are
available free of charge from the council offices in Trinity Road,
Cirencester and Moreton-in-Marsh, tourist information centres.
It’s a fine thing!The fine for allowing a dog to foul starts at £75 and increases to
£1,000 if the case goes to court. The North Cotswolds may not
have a visit from the Dog Warden very often, but don’t say you
haven’t been warned – and please
don’t look for sympathy!
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NOTES FROM STOW TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
10th June 2010NOTES OF ALL COUNCIL & COMMITTEE MEETINGS ARE
AVAILABLE IN THE COUNCIL OFFICES, GEORGE ALLEY (OFFTHE SQUARE), STOW ON THE WOLD
Stow�Town�Plan:�The�draft�Community�Strategic�Plan�for�Stow�now�in�its
consultancy�stage.�It�states�the�‘vision’�for�Stow�that�the�plan�seeks�to
achieve.�‘Stow will continue to be a working community that recognises
the distinctiveness of the people that live, work in, or visit the area. The
Plan aims to conserve Stow’s beautiful, attractive environment and
heritage whilst providing jobs, accessibility and activities for all’. There
are three goals covered in the plan. The Draft Plan will be sent out to
various members of the community for consultation and a number of
copies will be placed in the library and GoStow for public perusal, they will
also be available in the Council Office.
Policing and Fire Sergeant Martin Jones introduced Inspector Brian Clifford
the new Inspector for our area. Martin went on to say that crime figures
were down 7% in the Stow area. A major cause for concern is the increase
of thefts of agricultural machinery and quad bikes. Some farmers are now
using key pads.
Report from Stow School: Sports day was a washout due to the rain;
however the barbeque went ahead with people dodging the showers. The
day will be re-scheduled later in the year.
School trips including visits to Bristol Zoo and Chedworth Roman Villa.
Friday the 9th of July will be the Summer Fair between 6-8p.m.
The School will have a stall at the Church Fair on 17th July.
Visitors to the school included the Open Book team and Caroline Fisher of
the Cotswold Journal.
Report from Youth Club: The rural cinema is coming to Stow Youth Centre
on Friday 9th July at 7.30 p.m. the first film will be the award winner ‘The
Hurt Locker’. The tickets will be £4.00 and there will be light refreshments
available. The Youth Club is prepared to host the bringing of high-speed
Rural Broadband to the Town of Stow.
District Councillors Report: Cllr. David Penman began with the information
that communication has improved within CDC.
There have been changes made to the pre-application advice given by the
planning department.
The March 2009 review has been completed, the document has been put
to full council for their advice and recommendations.
Traffic and Parking: A meeting was held to discuss the response to the RTA
Parking Report; a letter was written and forwarded to CDC. Council
disagrees with short term parking charges and reported that the charges
for long term parking in Stow were too high.
Planning: Masters House – Photographs and comments have been sent to
the Secretary of State’s Office concerning the appeal.
School House – The restriction placed on the sale of the land have been
pointed out to concerned parties.
Parks: The Cricket Club have arranged for a skip to remove all the rubbish
on the field. They have also been working hard on the pavilion. The
Council will try and contact Paul Thompson of the Payback scheme once
more to arrange for help with clearing rubbish.
NEXT MEETING THURSDAY 15th JULY (7pm)
The Masonic Hall, Church Street, Stow on the Wold
A Plan for Stow
In this, the first Community Strategic Plan for Stow on the Wold, we
profile our town, and identify the key challenges it faces. We then
set out the long term vision for the town which guided the
preparation of the Plan and the identification of the projects we
hope to pursue with our partners over the next five years
Stow-on-the Wold is a beautiful ancient Cotswold wool town that
has evolved over some 1000 years. It is loved and admired by
everyone who lives in it and every year draws thousands of visitors
from all over the world to enjoy its environment, architecture, and
the shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs that make Stow so attractive.
This Community Plan seeks to build on and enhance Stow’s
attractiveness, not only for visitors but especially for all those who
live in the town.
The ‘vision’ for Stow that the plan seeks to achieve is that:
‘Stow�will�continue�to�be�a�working�community�that
recognises�the�distinctiveness�of�the�people�that�live,�work
in,�or�visit�the�area.�The�Plan�aims�to�conserve�Stow’s
beautiful,�attractive�environment�and�heritage�whilst
providing�jobs,�accessibility�and�activities�for�all’.
To achieve this vision the plan sets out three goals:
• Goal 1: Maintain Stow as a premier shopping and tourist
destination;
• Goal 2: Ensure that Stow has appropriate community facilities and
other services;
• Goal 3: Ensure that Stow is an attractive place to live and work.
We have identified a number of projects ranging from affordable
housing for local people, a sports and leisure centre to a Rural
Cinema through projects aimed at maintaining Stow’s wonderful
heritage to bringing high speed broadband to our town.
Some of the projects we have identified can be implemented quickly
and at a modest cost, while others may take some time to deliver
and be more costly.
We are now putting this Plan out to consultation. Residents of Stow,
surrounding parishes, statutory authorities and other bodies and
community groups are being invited to give their views before we
ask the Town Council to adopt the Plan. Consultation will run to 24
September.
The Plan will be placed on Stow Town Council’s website
www.stowonthewold.net and copies will be available from the
Council’s office and Stow Library.
Give the Plan your support and help make Stow an even better place
to live in, work in or visit.
In conclusion, I should like to extend my sincere thanks to all those
who have helped with the preparation of the Draft Plan and those
on whose work we have built in creating it.”
Alun White
Chairman Stow Town Plan Group
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STOW TOWN COUNCIL
NEXT MEETINGThursday 15th JULY
Residents are welcome to attendmeetings. Questions* from the public relating
to a proposal in discussion byCllrs may be taken prior to Council voting
on that proposal. General questions are takenat the end of the meeting.
* A max of 3 minutes allowed.
Town Councillors are available before &after the meeting. District & County Cllrs,
representatives of Stow Police and local Pressregularly attend.
STOW TOWN COUNCILNotes on the Council Meeting for
June 2010 Abbreviated notes from the Meeting fromCarolyn Mackey, Stow Town Clerk, are
included on p.16.
Full Minutes of meetings, associatedcommittee meetings and correspondenceare available in the Stow Council Officesituated in George Alley off The Square.There is a letterbox in the main door.
The Council office is open Tuesdays,Wednesdays & Thursdays 10am-1pm
(subject to meetings)
C.D.C CommitteesJulyMembers of the public are encouraged to attendmeetings of the Council and Committees. If youlive in the District and are on the Electoral Registeryou can take part by asking up to two questionsper meeting. Information about your Councillorsand committee members are on the websitewww.cotswold.gov.uk
JulyThu 1st CabinetThu 8th Appeals if RequiredMon 12th LicensingWed 14th Planning (Regulatory)
Meetings generally start at 10am. Planning meetings held at Moreton Office start
at 9.30am.
Questions must be received by the Head ofDemocratic Services – By email no later than 5pm on the priorworking day [email protected] post to CDC at Trinity Road, Cirencester. GL71PX Tel: 01285 623204/ 201
Stow-on-the-WoldRoyal British Legion – 23/7/10 – (2 days)
N.Cotswolds Police Win Criminal Justice Board Award
The North Cotswolds Police Safer Community Team (SCT) have been honoured for their workin tackling crime at the Local Justice Awards held in May. Sir Henry Elwes, Gloucestershire'sLord Lieutenant, presented the team with their award, which recognises the team for “goingthe extra mile” for their local community and for their outstanding contribution and commitmentto working with offenders, in addition to their normal duties.
Sergeant Martin Jones from the SCT said; “We are allincredibly honoured to have received this award. Everysingle member of our team is dedicated to doing all wecan keep people in the North Cotswolds area safe fromharm and we are particularly proud of our work inpreventing young people from offending.”
The officers in the team have built up a range of skillsto tackle the root causes of youth crime, working with young people to prevent crime fromhappening. By emphasising the impact criminal damage and anti-social behaviour can have,not only on victims but the community as a whole, young people are being encouraged torespect their local environment, and to have the courage to stand up against drug and alcoholabuse.
The SCT have also gone beyond their policing role to support other agencies involved in thecriminal justice process and have a 70% success rate with young people previously involvedin anti-social behaviour. Their work has often involved restorative justice, encouraging youngpeople to get involved in helping to keep their community safe and pleasant. A number ofsuccessful events have been organised to clean up neighbourhoods, with ‘litter picks’ at localparks and fence painting to cover graffiti.
The results have been a steady fall in crime in the area - incidents of criminal damage in theNorth Cotswolds have reduced by 25% since the start of 2007 and reports of youth relatedanti-social behaviour reports have reduced by 21%.
Full details on The National Blood Servicewww.blood.co.uk
Road Closures – JuneSheep Street, Chipping Campden – Renew manhole Cover – 4th July
Draycott Road, Blockley – Surfacing Works – 26th to 30th July
NB. Stow Town Council have been advised by the Highways Agency that the current 40mph speed limit on the B4077 near Stowwill be reduced to 30mph, with an extension of the 40mph limit for a short distance beyond that.
JULY
Wednesday 14th July
Temple Guiting (0930-1000), Guiting Power (1015-1115)Naunton (1130-1215), Lower Slaughter (1315-1345),Upper Slaughter (1400-1500).
Monday 19th July
Clapton on the Hill (0945-1015), Little Rissington (1030-1115),Great Rissington (1130-1200), Upper Rissington (1300-1400) Westcote (1415-1500),Wyck Rissington (1515-1545).
Tuesday 20th July
Condicote (0915-0945, Longborough (1000-1030),Bourton on the Hill (1045-1115), Todenham (1130-1215), Draycott (1400-1430),Blockley (1445-1545).
Friday 23rd July
Bledington (0930-1030), Icomb (1045-1115),Oddington (1130-1200), Adlestrop (1300-1345),Evenlode (1400-1445), Broadwell (1500-1530),Donnington (1545-1615).
Please see local Notice Boards for full details.
Gloucestershire Constabulary
Non-Emergency Number
0845 090 1234
inform
County Council
Research Team –
Population, Land Use
& Community Profiling
www.gloucestershire.
gov.uk/inform
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Westcote Methodist Chapel
Sunday Worship in JulyAll Services at 11am
4th United at St Mary’s, Church Westcote
11th Family Service led by Richard BloomfieldPicnic and games afterwards in the paddock of Walnut Tree House
(Nether Westcote)
18th Guest Speakerv – Bill Hewis from the Forest of Dean (Leprosy Mission) Children’s Sunday Club
25th Holy Communion, Rev. Roger FaulknerChildren’s Sunday Club
sundAY CAfÉ is the first Sunday each month in Upper RissingtonVillage Hall – 10.30-12noon.
THursdAY fEllOWsHiP 7.30pm in Chapel1st Fresh Expressions of Church, Andy Braddock
8th A Woman who gave the most15th Simpole Supper
details from Tony Gibson 01993 830699
St EDWARDS CHURCHStow-on-the-Wold
JULY
Thursday 1st 10am Parish Payers
Sunday 4th 8am Holy Communion(Trinity 5) 11am Sung Eucharist 6pm Choral Evensong
Tuesday 6th 10am Holy CommunionThursday 8th 10am Parish Payers
Sunday 11th 8am Holy Communion(Trinity 6) 11am Matins 6pm Holy Communion B E PTuesday 13th 10am Holy CommunionThursday 15th 10am Parish Prayers Thursday 15th – Sunday 18th FLOWER FESTIVAL
Sunday 18th 8am Holy Communion(Trinity 7) 11am Sung Eucharist 6pm Songs of Praise, closing the FestivalTuesday 20th 10am Holy CommunionThursday 22nd 10am Parish Prayers
Sunday 25th 8am Holy Communion(Trinity 8) 11am Matins 6pm EvensongTuesday 27th 10am Holy CommunionThursday 29th 10am Parish Prayers
ST EDWARD’S CHURCHSTOW-ON-THE-WOLD
FLOWER FESTIVAL & CHURCHFETE WEEKEND
Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th July
Thursday 15th Preview at 7.30pm with music, wine and
refreshments. (Tickets £5)
Friday 16th Flower Festival 9am - 6pm
*Saturday 17th Flower Festival 9am - 6pm
Sunday 18th Flower Festival 9am - 6pm
Songs of Praise Service 6 pm
Coffee and tea on sale in church each day.
All donations in aid of church funds
CHURCH FETE
* Saturday from 12 noon
A fine HOG ROAST accompanied by the
BLOCKLEY BRASS BAND and lots of
stalls including a Tombola, Plant Stall,
Toys, Books and a variety of Games.
The Catholic ChurchMass Times for JulyOur Lady, Help of Christians
Station Road, Bourton-on-the-Water
Sunday Mass: 8.30 a.m.
Our Lady & St Kenelm
Back Walls, Stow-on-the-WoldSunday Masses: 10.00 a.m. & 6.30 p.m.
For times of Confessions, or other information,
please telephone 01451-830431
BAPTIST�CHURCHSHEEP�STREET�STOW�ON�THE�WOLD
In the Community, for the Community
We welcome you to our family service every Sunday morning at 10.30am
Our speakers for the month of July are4th Jack Turner11th John Taylor18th Ron Kemp25th Demis Foster
We include communion on the 1st and 3rd Sunday each monthPlease join us after the service for tea, coffee and biscuits
We invite you toOPEN DOOR
our coffee morning heldEvery Tuesday between 10am to 12 noon
Come and enjoy companionship and topical discussions
over coffee
CELEBRATION WEEKEND We celebrate our 350th anniversary of Stow Baptist Church
Saturday 12th JuneAll are welcome to the celebration evening at 6pm (refreshments)
and also on Sunday 13th June at 10.30am.
Our HOME GROUP meet onThursday evenings
at 7.30pm in Moreton in Marsh
For details please Email us [email protected]
Stow – on – the – Wold
M E T H O D I S T C H U R C HSunday Services at 10.30am • All Welcome
JULY4th Dr Elizabeth Mann
11th Rev Peter Van de Kasteele18th Mr Steve Haley
25th Mr Martin Hannet
COFFEE MORNINGSaturday 10th July at 10.30am – 12 noon
CHURCH ANNIVERSARYWednesday 14th July at 1.30pm
CONTACTSJackie Palmer 01451 822285 – Graham Simms 01451 822545
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Wyck Hill House Hotel & SpaAfter extensive refurbishment - is now re-open under new management
20% OFFall Elemis treatments booked at Wyck Hill Spa
and receive an Elemis Taster Pack
Please quote Times_Spa when making your booking
£10 OFFDinner per person
Dinner for £25.00 per person instead of £35.00
Valid Sunday - Thursday (excl Bank Holiday Sundays)
Valid for a maximum of 4 people per table
Please quote Times_Dinner when making your booking
Wyck Hill house Hotel & Spa. Burford Road, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, GL54 1HY
T: 01451 831 936 F: 01451 832 243 E: info@[email protected]
W: www.bespokehotels.com/wyckhillhouse
both offers are valid until 31-08-2010.
Furniture Restoration& Repair/Handyman
Furniture restoration and repair.
Assembling flat pack furniture.
Putting up shelves, mirrors, pictures,
curtain poles etc.
Jonathan Ward01608 66462607913 560946
No job too small. Free quotations in the local area.
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, GL54 3DH
Summer Family FeteSUNDAY 4TH JULY • 12PM - 3PM
Bring your family and friendsJump on bouncy castles, admire a real fire engine, drive
miniature landrovers, join in the circus tricks, make arts and
crafts, get your nails manicured, browse second hand books,
sip beer or Pimms, try our sticky sausages, gamble on the
raffle, win the tombola, relax with a massage or chill out on a
magic carpet with the Sunday papers.
For more information e-mail / call Laura
[email protected] or 07545 844 597.
raising money for the ovarian cancer trust
SATURDAY 17TH JULY 7:30-10PM
Dinner party cupcake workshop for adultsJULY 29-31
3 day baking workshop for children age 10
SATURDAY 31ST JULY 3-5pmCUPSADAISY'S SUMMER TEA PARTY
the children will be serving afternoon tea &showcasing their baking.
ALL EVENTS @ ODDINGTON VILLAGEHALL
see web site for full details www.cupsadaisy.com
01451 870304 •07974 313 535
cupsadaisy bakery in Lower Oddington bakes gluten &
dairy free cupcakes & holds children’s baking classes on
the 1st Saturday each month.
ADVERTISE YOUR
COMMUNITY EVENT
in Stow Times, Moreton Times & BourtonTimes
07789 175 002
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DIARY4th Scouts Street Fayre in Moreton-in-Marshwith an American Flavour!
White Elephant, tombola, games, books, toys, hot dogs, Raffle. Burgers &refreshments. Fancy Dress competition - American Style. Bring & Display AmericanVehicles. Moreton-in-Marsh High Street. 01608 650814
4 Folk & Flowers at Hidcote Manor Garden (5-8pm) with local folkmusicians. Do bring along your own musical instrument and join in! HidcoteManor Garden, Chipping Campden GL55 6LR. Normal admission charges apply.01386 438333.
7 Head Gardener's Private Evening Tour with Supper (6.30-9.30pm)Learn more about the garden’s hidden history. Two course supper in the GardenRestaurant. Hidcote Manor Garden, Chipping Campden. GL55 6LR. Bookingessential. All tickets £30. 01386 439801
7 Snowshill Secrets Explorer Tour 4 (10.15 – 12 noon). Snowshill's vastand varied collection of treasures, including some fabulous items not normallyon display. Snowshill Manor, Snowshill, Nr. Broadway, Glos. WR12 7JU. Adults:£9. 01386 852410
10 The Hidcote Play - The Secret Garden (7.30 – 9pm) Open air theatreand a play for all the family! Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy whilst watchingthe play. Hidcote Manor Garden, Chipping Campden, GL55 6LR. Bookingessential. Adult £15 Child £7.50 (16 or under). 01386 438333
10/11 Craft Fair in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief A range of craftsavailable. Victoria Hall, Bourton-on-the-Water. (10am – 5pm). 01793 770148
15 Musical Evening: Violinist Michael Bochmann For further information pleasecontact the administrator, Court Barn Museum, Church St, Chipping Campden,GL55 6JE. Court Barn Museum, Chipping Campden. £12.www.courtbarn.org.uk 01386 841951
17 NIne Circles Kobudo at Snowshill Manor (12 noon – 4pm) Snowshill’scollection of Samurai armour with a fascinating and expert display of ancientSamurai martial arts. Snowshill, Nr. Broadway, Glos. WR12 7JU. Normal admissioncharges apply. 01386 852410
18 Archaeology Walk at Greystones Farm, Bourton-on-the-Water(2pm) A guided walk with Gail Stoten of Cotswold Archaeology looking at thehistory & importance of the Iron Age fortified town. Mainly flat but undulating inplaces. Start: Greystones Farm Nature Reserve, Bourton-on-the-Water. Bookingessential. 01452 383333
24 Jazz at Upton – The Charleston 5 (7.30-10pm. Gates open 6pm) bring apicnic and enjoy the evening. Adults £13.50 (£15 on the gate) Child £7. UptonHouse & Gardens, nr Banbury, OX15 6HT. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/uptonhouse. 01295 671122
24/25 Craft Fair in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief A range of craftsavailable. Victoria Hall, Bourton-on-the-Water. (10am – 5pm). 01793 770148
28 Seasonal Snippets at Hidcote Manor Garden (2-3.15pm) Aninformal talk with our garden team, guaranteed to enlighten. Hidcote ManorGarden, Chipping Campden, Glos. GL55 6LR. Normal admission charges apply.01386 438333
31 Craft Fair (10-4.30pm) All crafts are handmade by the exhibitors.Demonstrations. Not all members are at all craft Fairs, and Most items are for sale!Tea, Coffee's and Snacks available. Redesdale Hall, Moreton in Marsh. Free Entry.www.craftinaction73.co.uk 01684 274853
Advance Notice:7/8 AUG Millionaires House Party! (12-4pm) Experience a 1930s house party with
music, dance, costume and food demonstrations. Join a dance session on theterrace and learn the early Rumba or the Boston Two Step. Enjoy jazz saxophoneand re-live the music of the 1930s with a professional singer. Normal admissionapplies. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/uptonhouse. 01295 670266
16 OCT Burford Singers (10-6pm) The 2nd Choral Workshop preparing ‘Israel inEgypt’ with Brian Kay. Booking now open – closes 30th Sept. Details & bookingform www.burford-singers.org.uk 01993 822412
OPEN GARDENS3 Rare Saturday opening - Sezincote Gardens (2-6pm) for Condicote
Playgroup & Toddlers. Homemade teas. Entry via A44 opposite entranceto Batsford Arboretum, nr Moreton-in-Marsh. Adults: £5 Children: £1.
4 Open Garden at Campden House In aid of St James Church,Chipping Campden. Contact administrator for more information.Campden House, Chipping Campden. 01386 841927
11 Sezincote House & Garden open in aid of British Red Cross(2 – 5pm). A unique & extraordinary house set within a romantic watergarden with pools, waterfalls a grotto & temple. No dogs. Refreshmentsavailable. Sezincote, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9AW. 1½ miles west ofMoreton-in-Marsh. Adults: £4 Accompanied children free.www.sezincote.co.uk
11 Chastleton Gardens open for National Garden Scheme(1 – 5pm) National Trust's Chastleton House garden and ChastletonGlebe, Prue Leith's 5 acre garden. Cream Teas at Chastleton Glebe in aidof NGS. (NB.Chastleton House itself is not open today). Chastleton,Oxfordshire, GL56 0SU. Adult: £5 Child: £3. 01608 674981
July 2010Full information available at Go-Stow & Moreton Visitor Information Centres
REGULAR EVENTSMON SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING St Edwards Church Rooms, Stow. 5.30-
7pm Children and 7-9pm Adults 01451 831876
MON CHILDRENS DANCE CLASS Chipping Campden Town Hall.6-8 yrs 4-5pm, 9-11 yrs 5-6pm. Single class £7pp,Monthly membership £22pp. 07527 757057
MON YOGA Chipping Campden Town Hall. 2pm Starts again 21st Sept 01386438537
MON ‘Old Sweats NAAFI break’ at Royal British Legion, Bourton on the Water(10am -12) for anyone to come along for a cup of tea and a chat,
TUES COTSWOLD AONB WALKSwww.cotsaorb.org.uk 01451 862000
TUES Pottery Classes at Lower Swell Village Hall, 9:30am to 12:00 noon10 week term £90 plus £15 materials/firing cost. Beginners welcomeContact [email protected] 01451 870734
TUES Stow Badminton Club in St. Edward's Hall at 19.30 from Septemberto end March
WEDS WEDS WALK Easy/moderate walks. Start at 10am. 01451 860366
WEDS CHIPPING CAMPDEN BRIDGE CLUB 7.15 for 7.30pmDuplicate Bridge. Upper Town Hall. Non members welcome. Partners not necessary 01608 664456
WEDS STEAK NIGHT at the Plough Inn, Stetton on Fosse. 6-9pm. Ring Matt 01608 661053
THURS LINE DANCING at Ch.Campden Town Hall 2.30-4pm 01386 438537Starts again 1st wk in September
THURS QUIZ NIGHT at The Volunteer Inn, Ch.Campden 8.30pm 01386 840688
THURS BELLY DANCING New beginners class. 11- 12.30 The Church& FRI Room, Chipping Campden. Informal & relaxed classes for ladies of all ages,
shapes & sizes. 01608 663480
FRI DANCE FUSIONAdult dance class, mixed styles. No experience necessary. & MON All Welcome. Ch.Campden Town Hall, 9.30-10.30 £4.50 (conc £2.50)
FRI ACTIVE & ABLE Fitness & Falls classes for older people at Stow to ChurchRooms, Stow 01285 623450
EXHIBITIONS15-23 Giffords Circus presents 'Yasmine - a Musical' (5-7.30pm) A brand
new musical circus show about the life of (and starring) Yasmine Smart, with 7horses. New costumes, new choreography, original score, 12 piece band &musical comedy. The Fox Inn, Great Barrington, OX18 4TB. Adults: £18 Children:£12. www.giffordscircus.com 0845 459 7469
Tickets, Booking information Etc. from - GO-STOW, 12 Talbot Court, Stow on the Wold. 01451 870 150. Open 10am-5pm Mon-Sat; 11am-4pm Sunday.E: [email protected]
MORETON AREA CENTRE, High Street, Moreton. 01608 650881Open 9-5pm Mon-Fri: 9-1 Saturday. Closed SundayE: [email protected]
BOURTON ON THE WATER VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE,Victoria Street, Bourton on the Water. 01451 822583Open 9.30-5pm Mon-Fri: 9.30-5.30 Sat: Closed Sunday.E: [email protected]
Market DaysBOURTON ON THE WATERFarmers Market every 4th Sunday, 9.30 - 1300
CHIPPING CAMPDENW I Country Market every Thursday, 9 - 11am
MORETON IN MARSHWeekly Market every Tuesday, 9 - 3.30pmW I Country Market every Thursday, 9 - 11.30
STOW ON THE WOLDFarmers Market 2nd Thursday - 9.30 - 13.00
MORE EVENTS ON PAGES 22, 23 & 24
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Upper Slaughternear Stow-on-the-Wold
JulY 3rdA lovely village
setting,
a traditionalvillage fete.
Tombola, Raffle,
Duck Racing,
Splat the Rat, Band,
BBQ, Pimms,
Teas & Coffees.
12 noon - 3.30pm.
ADLESTROP VILLAGE HALL‘Yes, I remember Adlestrop...’
• Spacious, light, warm and colourful and available to hire for your special functions, classes orany event – only £6 an hour.
• Discounted fees for long term bookings.• Just redecorated it has a small stage, kitchen facilities, disabled toilet and disabled access.• Excellent parking.
Please phone 01608 658710 for bookings and further information.
WYCK RISSINGTON VILLAGE HALL Recently refurbished
A perfect Venue for Family OccasionsBeautiful rural location onto village green and pond. Seats 40 / dinner for 20. Disabled access & loos. Fully equipped kitchen inc dishwasher.
Enquiries Call Liz Wright 01451 820232
LITTLE VILLAGE HALL, BELL BANK, BLOCKLEY
Quiet rural venue with modern facilities for exhibitions, meetings, classes, parties, weddings, etc.35-50 people. Reasonable charges, ample parking.
WITH -WIRELESS- BROADBAND incl BT OPENZONE.01386 700880 / email [email protected]
ST GEORGES HALL, BLOCKLEYFully Licensed Village Hall in good decorative order.
Seating capacity 160. Large well equipped servery/kitchen. Toilets.Gas central heating. Off street parking for 40 cars. Suitable for wedding receptions etc.
Raised stage. Excellent sound system. (No discos)Enquiries: Brian Clayton – 01386 701528
Recently built in Cotswold stone. Large car park, wellequipped kitchen, on the outskirts of the village.
Tel: 07587 097795 Come & see what we have to offer!
The perfect setting for that special occasion” CONDICOTE VILLAGE HALL
BROADWELL VILLAGE HALLLovely rural location with spacious parking. Seats 90,Large main hall, & 2 meeting rooms. Stage with electricdrop down screen. Built in sound system with microphoneand hearing loop.Kitchen. Toilets. Disabled facilities.
Bookings - Frances Dodwell on 01451 830994
Victoria Hall, Bourton on the WaterAVAILABLE TO HIRE - VERY COMPETITIVE RATES.
LOCAL FUNCTIONS, CHILDENS PARTIES ETC WELCOME
DISABLED ACCESS & FACILITIES
CALL RICHARD MOONEY 01451 820679
FOR BOOKINGS AND INFORMATION
BOURTON ON THE WATERTHE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION BRANCH HALL
Available for hire; 150 seated / 250 standing.
Ample off-road parking. Office Tel: 01451 824303
LONGBOROUGH & SEZINCOTE
VILLAGE HALL FOR HIRE
Set in the heart of this delightful villageFully equipped kitchen/server • extendable stage with pull-down screen • full sized
snooker table • table tennis • piano • Hi-fi system • disability friendly • all equipment for
short-mat bowls • tables, chairs & soft cushions • grassed area for outdoor functions
FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT 01451 830218 | [email protected]
Ideal for classes, clubs, parties, receptions, presentations & family events.Newly decorated; light and spacious. Modern kitchen and loos. Disabledaccess. New pull-down projector screen. Tables, chairs, china and cutlery
available. Please call Bill Hill on (01608) 650898
EVENLODE VILLAGE HALLadjacent to Green in quiet village
AVAILABLE FOR HIRE at reasonable rates
LOWER SWELL VILLAGE HALLTraditional Cotswold VH on picturesque village green. Recently
refurbished – fully equipped kitchen, heating, tables & chairs, Disabled
facilities. Seats up to 70. Competitive rates (inc.heating) vary with use.
Perfect for parties and receptions, Shows, displays, evening classes, etc
Tel: 01451 830578 Eml: [email protected]
ODDINGTON VILLAGE HALLIdeally placed in centre of lovely Cotswold village
Newly refurbished - full c/h, new kitchen and toilets. Spacious main hall with seating for 100,stage, pull down projector screen and hearing loop, also a smaller meeting room. Facilities
for the less able. Spacious parking. Children have access to the adjacent playground.
TO GET YOUR DATE ON OUR CALENDAR please ring 01451 830817 / 01451 831917
The newly refurbished
STOW YOUTH CLUBFACILITIES INCLUDE:
Two large rooms (accommodating 50-60 people)
Internet café with 12 computer terminals • Projector &
screen • Pool table • Table football •Nintendo WiiModern kitchen • Disabled access & toilets Rates negotiable for regular
users. The Club building is next to the Police Station on the Fosseway and
accessed easily from The Square.
For more details contact
Dilys Neill: [email protected] Tel: 01451 830656
Sarah-Jane Rich: [email protected]
Tel: 01451 830654
MORETON IN MARSH REDESDALE HALLClerk: 01608 651029(office hours)
Two venues with a stair lift. The LowerHall accommodates 80; modern kitchenfacilities. Magnificently beamed UpperHall accommodates 120. Exhibitions,meetings, classes, family parties, weddings, etc. Reasonablecharges. Nearby parking.
Historic town centre building
23-31 JULY
Guiting Power Music Festival
Classical music & Jazz A highspot in the calendar
set in a beautiful Cotswold village.
Guiting Power Village Hall,
Guiting Power, GL54 5UX
BOOKING ESSENTIAL
http://guitingfestival.org
01242 603912
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Thursday 22nd JulyNOWHERE BOY
Doors/Bar open at 7:00pm - 7:45pm filmTickets £3.00 booked / £3.50 on the door.Advance tickets/queries 01386 700647
THE PLAYHOUSE, ST GEORGES HALL,BLOCKLEY
NO FILM THIS MONTHFilm 7.15pm
including choc iceAdvance tickets/queries 01386 701901
OLD SCHOOL VILLAGE HALL,BOURTON ON THE HILL
Friday 16th JulyTHE HURT LOCKER
Film 7.30pm | TICKETS £3.00including refreshments
Advance tickets/queries 01451 831153
VILLAGE HALL,BROADWELL
Saturday 3rd JulyNOWHERE BOY
Film 7.30pm | TICKETS £4.50Advance tickets/queries 01608 659067
VILLAGE HALL,CHURCHILL
NO FILM THIS MONTHFilm 7.30pm | TICKETS £3.00
Advance tickets from theRed Lion & Village Stores
SCREEN ON THE GREEN, VILLAGE HALL,ILMINGTON
NO FILM THIS MONTHFilm 8.00pm | TICKETS £4.00
including tea/coffeeAdvance tickets/queries 01608 674298
VILLAGE HALL,LITTLE COMPTON
Thursday 15th JulyTHE HURT LOCKER
Film 7.30pm | TICKETS £4.00Advance tickets/queries
01608 684223 or 01608 674200
VILLAGE HALL,LITTLE WOLFORD
Tueday 20th JulyTHE HURT LOCKER
Film 7.30pm | TICKETS (see below)Advance tickets/queries
01451 830817
VILLAGE HALL,LOWER ODDINGTON
Saturday 17th JulyTHE HURT LOCKER
Film 7.30pm | TICKETS £4Advance tickets/queries
01608 812338 or 652666
ST. DAVIDS CENTRE,MORETON IN MARSH
RURAL CINEMA - JULY
Nowhere BoyA story of John Lennon’s teen years, when he was setting up a band with hismate, Paul McCartney. (15) 97 mins
The Hurt LockerIraq 2008. Forced to play a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse in the chaosof war, an elite Army bomb squad unit must come together in a city whereeveryone is a potential enemy and every object could be a deadly bomb.(15) 131 mins.
It’s ComplicatedStarring Meryl Streep, Steve Martin & Alec BaldwinWhile attending their son's college graduation, a couple reignite thespark in their relationship...but the complicated fact is that they aredivorced and he's remarried. (15) 120 mins.
Monday 19th JulyIT’S COMPLICATED
Doors open 7pm – 7.30pm film.Tickets £3. Refreshments.
Advance tickets/queries 01451 822365
VICTORIA HALL, BOURTON ON THE WATER
TODENHAM
ANNUAL VILLAGE
FETESATURDAY 17 JULY • 2 pmfor a great family afternoon
in the beautiful surroundings of Todenham Manor! (By kind permission of Alastair and Irayne Baird)
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES:Bouncy Castle • Jousting Ride • ‘Milk the Cow’
‘Splat the Rat’• Skittles • Face Painting (by Wiggler.co.uk)
STALLS INCLUDE:Books • Giant Tombola (amazing prizes!)
Plants & Produce • Homemade Cakes • Bric-a-Brac
REFRESHMENTS:Afternoon Teas • Hot Dogs • Ice Creams • Beer Tent
ENTERTAINMENT:‘Jive Pony’ Display (as seen at Moreton Show)
Music by Shipston’s ‘Famous’ Brass BandGrand Finale Tug ‘o’ War
(teams of 6 register on the day)
WONDERFUL RAFFLE PRIZES, including:Tickets for ‘Joseph’ at Birmingham Hippodrome with Dinner
• Budgens Food Hamper • Dinner for 2 at The Farriers Arms • Bottle of Vintage Port •
Digital Photo Frame
Bourton on the WaterBaden Powell Hall
FETE
17th July at 10am
Duck Racing on the river
Plants Sale, Tombola, etcVillage Green
Bourton on the Water
01451 821478
NO FILM THIS MONTHFilm 2.00pm | TICKETS £3.50
Advance tickets/queries 01451 820232The May film will be the last at
Wyck Rissington until September
VILLAGE HALL,WYCK RISSINGTON
Wednesday 9th JulyTHE HURT LOCKERFilm 7.30pm Tickets £4
Refreshments. Advance tickets/queries 07514 005 614
VILLAGE HALL,STOW ON THE WOLD
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INTIMATE TALKSIt can take a good deal of courage for some people to talk with aperfect stranger about their personal life. For others havingsomeone neutral to talk things over with is a great relief. Talking is one of our greatest gifts; the expression of words canexplain our thoughts and feelings. But in close relationships it canalso be the cause of many disagreements or misunderstandings,which can lead to holding back on what we want or need to say.When, for whatever reason, we no longer have the words to expressourselves, we risk the chance of building resentment; this can befollowed by the slippery slope of growing apart and losing thecloseness we once had.
Although it can seem impossible to re-build or move forward in arelationship from this point, very often it is having a neutral forum forexpressing and re-thinking the situation, past and present, that willre-shape the closeness in a relationship.Seeking help from family and friends will no doubt makes us feelbetter, but we are likely to get an opinion which is aimed at wantingjust the best for us. People who know us will listen with judgementsand knowledge that will colour their reaction and will rarely beobjective or challenging.
To have a neutral, therapeutic space where both partners are able toexpress thoughts and feelings without fear of rejection, criticism orblame, where it is possible to develop a different sense of ourselvesand our partner, is where the building blocks of a better relationshipstarts.
Building on our willingness to be open and honest, relationshipcounselling can help to re-create a level of talking that makes thedifference between just existing together and having an intimaterelationship, breaking up or staying together. From this place it canbe possible to open the door to a new beginning, and once opened,your needs and wants mixed with a little creativity can shape yourfuture together.
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NEWS
We are delighted that one of our all time favourite authors will be inthe store for a signing at 10 am on Saturday July 10th.
Jane Bailey is ‘Leckhampton born and bred’ and both of her bookshave been consistently good sellers for us. Jane has that wonderfultalent of a good writer. She is able to write movingly and yet withhumour, sometimes in the same sentence. At last we have been ableto contact her and she is willing to sign books that you already own aswell as those bought on the day. Do come along and meet thischarming lady whose books have met with so many readersenthusiastic approval as well as ours.
REVIEWS
Tommy Glover’s Sketch of Heaven by Jane Bailey
Paperback at £7.99
This is a terrific Cotswold story, set during the war, in which youngKitty is evacuated from the mean streets of London to a smallCotswold village. Her ‘forthright’ manner (and some very amusingvulgarity) soon causes upheaval but Kitty acts as a catalysteverywhere she goes and, touchingly, brings warmth to hearts longthought cold. With a little of Goodnight Mr. Tom and a great deal ofhumour, Tommy Glover’s Sketch of Heaven is a delight from itsculture clash beginning to its romantic ending via an exposure ofsecrets that belie the idyllic beauty of the Cotswolds.
Mad Joy by Jane Bailey
Paperback at £9.99 (but £7.99 at CB)
Her other Cotswold novel, Mad Joy, starts between the wars and it ispacked full of humour and memorable characters. In it, a little girl runsinto a wood and, two years later, runs out again into the home ofspinster Gracie. Where does she come from and what became of herin those two years? This is at a time when there would be no ‘official’interference in the case so ‘Joy’ is simply taken in by Gracie andaccepted as her child. As Joy grows up, joins the RAF and falls in lovewith a fighter pilot, the truth behind her mysterious past is slowlyrevealed.
(Interestingly, this truth echoes something from Jane’s own familyhistory)
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North Cotswold Ramblers Group
Summer is here and the Group offers a mix of
morning and evening walks designed to enable walkers to enjoy the
local countryside.
Moreton Meander - Saturday July 10thMeet at "recycling end" of Budgens C/P in Moreton-in-Marsh for a 10 am
start. This 7-mile walk follows Sparkling Walk 30* to Evenlode via Coldicote
Farm and returns by Stratford Bridge and Frogmore Farm. A morning only
walk. The Group will lunch at the Black Bear, Moreton-in-Marsh.
Evening Saunter round Sherborne - Wednesday July 21stMeet at Ewepen NT C/P, Sherborne at 18:30 for a walk around the
Sherborne estate. Transport available from Moreton at 17:30. Contact
Sue Salmon (details below) by July 19th to arrange. Drive to the Lamb
Inn at Great Rissington for refreshments.
In common with many other Ramblers Groups, we have a no Dogs
policy. More information on any walk or a copy of the Group’s current
walks programme can be obtained from the Secretary ( 01386 700847
or email [email protected] or by searching for the North
Cotswold Group on the Ramblers website www.ramblers.org.uk).
• Walks taken from the “North Cotswold Diamond Way as 30 Sparkling
Short Walks”
Local Walks withthe Cotswolds Voluntary WardensLocal Walks – JULY
Macmillan Way - Stage 3 - Wednesday July 07 - ModerateFrom Little Compton to Lower Slaughter, passing Chastleton House (NT), through Adlestrop.Pub lunch available and transport back to the start arranged. 6 hours; 9.5 miles. Start: 10am at Little Compton, in front of Manor House. OS OL Map 45/261301
Note: The principal part of the Macmillan Way runs for 290 miles from Boston, Lincolnshire toAbbotsbury, Dorset with a significant portion traversing all districts of the AONB. Theintention is to lead successive walks along this stretch over the next few summers withtransport arranged to take walkers to/from start points. The object is not only to provide aseries of interesting linked walks but also to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Knights, Salt, Fruit Orchards and Fine Views - Wednesday July 14 -ModerateA pleasant walk from Temple Guiting towards Hailes - the Salt Way, then the Cotswold Way;returning via Ford. Please bring a packed lunch. 6 hours, 10 miles.Start: 10am at Temple Guiting Village Hall C/P. OS OL Map 45/089279
Wardens and Windrush Way 4 - Thursday July 15 - ModerateLast in a series of four circular walks following the Windrush Way from Bourton to NauntonDowns, returning via the Wardens' Way. Please bring a packed lunch. 5.5 hours, 9.5 miles.Start: 10am by the war memorial in the centre of Bourton. Allow plenty of time for parking.OS OL Map 45/167207
From & to the source of the River Dikler - Saturday July 17 - StrenuousA delightful and demanding walk linking the villages of Bourton-on-the-Hill and Blockley.Pub stop for lunch or bring a packed lunch. 6 hours, 10 miles.Start: 10am at Hinchwick Manor. OS OL Map 45/145301
PLEASE use appropriate footwear as some walks may be steep andmuddy in places.EASY (terrain is mainly level), MODERATE (includes some hills and rough ground),STRENUOUS (may be rough underfoot and ascents/descents may be steep). Sorry, no dogsallowed except guide and hearing dogs.
Walks are free - donations help to fund our conservation work and improvementprojects.projects.
The Wardens run a full programme of guided walks throughout theCotswolds. For more information see www.cotswoldsaonb.org.uk orTel: 01451 862000.
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Your Correspondence on: Stow’s public toilets, pot holes, and record making.
PLEASE NOTE – Correspondence to and from Stow Town Council is held on file and is available to the public.
In�response�to�recent�correspondence�complaining�about�the
public�toilets�in�Stow,�and�the�subsequent�comment�from�the
Editor,�I�received�a�phone�call�from�Roger�Berry,�Managing
Director�of�Healthmatic,�the�company�awarded�the�contract�by
CDC�to�renovate�&�improve�and�maintain�the�District’s�toilets.�Mr
Berry�agreed�to�commit�his�comments�to�an�eml�for�publication�in
the�next�edition�of�Stow�Times.
Dear Editor,
I was very sad to see the letter in the magazine from Mr. Oldaker,
his distress at finding the public loos closed must have been
considerable for him to write to in. We have specific opening
times which the units adhere to through automation we alter
these in line with the published times and in close cooperation
with the District Council if a unit is shut or fails to operate during
opening times it is usually as a result of user abuse but a call to
our engineer (whose number is at the unit) or our service line
number will alert us to the issue and we will correct it within a
few hours. I have spoken with the gentleman who wrote in some
weeks ago and we talked about his Morris dancing and the
various festival he enjoys in the Cotswolds and I explained the
opening times in the district.
We use a local family to clean the loos in Stow and Moreton and
they work tirelessly to keep the units up to scratch, but each loo
is only one user away from disappointment for the next user! We
are passionate about our service levels and work with over 75
local authorities from Aberdeen to Newquay and from Sleaford
to Galway in the Republic of Ireland installing, maintaining
cleaning loos as well as we can for the budget we are given.
We really understand service delivery and man the units over the
Stow fairs as well as in the more normal schedule of events
flexibly and with a view to satisfying the local needs as practically
as possible..
Our job is to keep them as clean as possible within the budget
and also to repair them if they are broken, the key here is that
sometimes less socially conscious members of society take
pleasure in ruining facilities for those of us who are more
responsible.
Our engineer lives in Baunton, which is pretty close and though
he works Monday to Saturday and covers all 17 Cotswolds loos as
well as loos in Bridgnorth and elsewhere he regularly comes out
on Sundays simply because he, like us, cares about what we
deliver.
For those residents and visitors who have had a poor experience
we can only say sorry, in the main this poor experience is down
to the less community oriented user who will damage, soil, or
attempt to cheat the systems. But tell us if there is an issue and
we will respond as quickly as possible. Our engineers check the
answer machine for comments several times a day and their
personal mobile numbers are at every loo for those who care to
call. The family who look after the loos are well known to many
in the community and take misuse very seriously as if the units
were their own (which as local residents it would be fair to say
they are!).
I can tell readers that whilst Cotswolds District Council pays the
bills we know that our customers are residents and visitors to the
towns, we all have a conjoined responsibility to look after our
towns, to treat public property with respect, to pick up what
others see fit to drop and to gently remind those who step over
the borders of decency to behave responsibly.
The conjecture that this contract was 'won spuriously' is simply
incorrect we competed in an open tender for the work, and the
comment that such work was 'on the cheap' also hit me hard as I
know the time a trouble we took to deliver a great job on budget
at little or no profit. The loos are so much nicer than they were
and the District Council did what it could with the money
available to deliver as good a solution as could be found within
those constraints.
My personal mobile number is 07815 954236 and my home
number is 01666 577765 please call if you have issues. I am a
Councillor (elected May 2009) in Wiltshire and I do all I can for
the communities I live and work in. I do not take my duties as a
member of society lightly neither do I take my duty as a service
provider lightly either. Healthmatic is a business that is employed
to serve the public, to deliver good quality public loos (that is our
main business) to the communities we serve. We have 300 loos
throughout the UK and Ireland and a huge pride in what we
strive to deliver, you will not find a more committed company. I
have personally spoken with every complainant who leaves me
contact details, I like to hear the feedback and to determine how
we can improve our service, we really get very few.
We can only do so much, the rest is up to the individual users to
keep the units clean. You may not agree that loos should be
charged for but, they cost the residents either way and if visitors
pay at least this helps keep the Council Tax down.
We are here to help we feel very passionately about what we do
and we keep our teams local to the areas they work in so they
can really share ownership.
Kind regards,
Roger (Chuck) Berry
Managing Director. www.healthmatic.com 01249822063
In the Editor’s OpinionMr Berry and I spoke for quite a long time, discussing both the
general complaints and expectations relating to public loos, and
those specific to Stow. I explained the background to Stow’s
disaffection for the toilets, which (in my opinion and that of
many others in Stow) resulted directly from the way in which the
District Council had dealt with the matter from inception.
Mr Berry says in his letter that he is passionate about his
business, and that certainly comes across in talking to him. We
parted company with, I believe, respect for each other’s position
and understanding the alternative point of view.
In hindsight I am pleased that we spoke, and I suggest that
readers contact him either if there is a problem with the public
loos in Stow that isn’t being addressed, or if there is an idea
about how they could be improved. He is very easy to talk to,
and will care about your comments! Editor
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Delyth�Eastabrook�eml’d�the�Highways�Agency�about�potholes.
Her�eml�and�the�Highways�Agency�reply�are�below.
The�Eastabrooks�are�not�the�only�people�who�have�some
difficulty�with�the�HA’s�logic�in�how�it�deals�with�road�repairs,�but
it�was�their�response�who�really�upset�the�tar�bucket!
Sent: 25 May 2010
To: Gloucestershire Highways
Subject: Macmillan Way, Maugersbury
Dear Sirs
Whilst walking my dog today I noted that Highways
Maintenance were undertaking surface repair works on
Macmillan Way in Maugesbury near Stow on the Wold and
wondered why? This is an adopted highway, I believe, but only
leads to one property with very little traffic movement. There
are numerous roads in the County which are in a very bad state
of repair and need much more urgent attention, the Fosseway
for example. I would be interested in your comments.
Yours faithfully
Delyth Eastabrook
From: SKILLERN, Bob
[mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: 26 May 2010
To: Delyth Eastabrook
Subject: FW: Macmillan Way, Maugersbury
Dear Mrs Eastabrook,
Thank you for your e-mail regarding the patching work at
Maugersbury. Although only two properties are situated at this
location, the route is used by a considerable amount of
vehicular, horse and pedestrian traffic and as a public highway
does need to be kept in a safe condition. Public reports and our
own inspections highlighted a number of dangerous defects
requiring repair. We have targeted these defects and carried out
the minimum amount of patching to bring the road back to a
safe condition.
It is no secret our roads need improvement and in recent years
increased investment into road resurfacing has resulted in some
good progress towards improving road condition across the
county. Unfortunately this progress has been hindered by the
impact of the severe weather, however, our highway teams are
working as quickly and efficiently as possible to repair the
damage.
The best and most cost effective way to keep something in order
and avoid huge bills is to keep it regularly maintained. We all
know this from our homes and cars and the same applies to
roads. Where possible we have to stop roads tipping over into
the major repair category and incurring very large bills.
Macmillan Way falls in to this category. Some cost effective
work now will keep it in good order for the future. Meanwhile
we continue to tackle the back log of roads where major work is
already required.
The Fosseway, mentioned in your e-mail, is in our programme of
work for this year and this work will be progressed as quickly as
possible. In the meantime our safety inspection teams are
continuing to monitor the area and any dangerous defects will
be repaired in an appropriate and timely manner.
Regards
Bob Skillern, Stakeholder Manager (East)
E-mail : [email protected]
Tel: 08000 514 514.
Eml letter dated 16th June and addressed to :Robert Skillern EsqStakeholder Manager (East); Gloucester Highways
Dear "Stakeholder" Skillern
I read your extremely patronising response to my Wife withmounting incredulity.
You may not be aware but this Country is facing anunprecedented economic crisis and it is necessary for all partiesto pull together to reduce our indebtedness. Spending valuableresources on the maintenance of a virtually disused minor roadwhen there are substantial areas of our main roads and villagestreets within and around Stow on the Wold which are missingwearing course, have substantial potholes and significant failuresin the road bed is nothing short of irresponsible. I know that therest of the County's roads are in an equally deplorable state.
I trust your political masters will direct you to utilize your scarceresources to better effect.
Yours sincerelyA R EastabrookEastabrook Architects
When�Moreton�runner�Steve�Edwards�became�the�fastest�person
to�run�500�marathons,�we�eml’d�our�congratulations�and�asked
when�we�would�be�seeing�his�name�in�the�Guinness�Book�of
Records.��
From: Edwards, Steve To: Editor Moreton Times Sent: Thursday, June 03, 2010 Subject: After those Marathon successes
Interesting question about the Guinness records people and tobe honest I'm beginning to think that unfortunately, as with a lotof things in life, its money - or in this case, what's in it forGuinness that decides who gets a record, which records getselected or indeed which records actually go into the book!
Suffice to say you probably won't be seeing the 'fastest 500marathons by an individual' in the book any time soon, nor forthat matter the 'fastest 10 marathons in 10 days'.
However the main thing is that the people who have done thesethings know what they have achieved and that's what'simportant. It is after all a personal achievement, and fame forbetter or for worse is I guess just a by-product.
Given a choice, (if that was the way it worked) I would take thepersonal achievement over a little bit of fame anytime ,becauseits the experience and memories of that achievement that liveon inside you, and that you take more pleasure looking back onas you get older!
The GBR is always a stalwart on the Christmas book lists, a great‘dipping-in’ book and an essential resource to quiz setters – butit seems that it is not the all-seeing, all-knowing authority thatwe thought it was! What a disappointment. Editor
LOST PERSON(?)We received a phone call and eml from Roger Chick, who told usthat he lives in Fife and recently met a lady who lives in/nearStow. He met her on board Cunard’s Queen Victoria, and hewould like to meet her again.
Unfortunately we have been unable to get a reply from eitherthe phone number or eml address supplied, but if you were thatperson and would like to have the details, please contact theEditor (in confidence).
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Sherborne C of E
Primary SchoolFrom�Gill�Stratford,�School�Administrator
At the end of May pupils in years 2 to 6 enjoyed taking part in an
evacuation event organised by the Gloucestershire Museum and the
GWR. All ‘evacuees’ and their teachers dressed up in clothing
appropriate to the 1940’s, carried
theirgas mask boxes and wore their
identity labels. They travelled by
steam train from Toddington to
Winchcombe station where they
were able to empathise with what it
might have been like to arrive in an
unfamiliar place. An authentic WWII
packed lunch was provided for all
those being ‘evacuated’ and some of this experience was broadcast by
BBC Radio Gloucestershire, much to the delight of the 'evacuees.'
Photo – ‘evacuees’ getting on train to
be billeted! It has been a busy fundraising couple of months with pupils
raising money for Sports Relief and Cancer Research. The local
community was invited to school for a Big Breakfast fundraiser where
pupils served breakfast to friends and family in exchange for a donation
to the cancer charity. Pupils even cleared up afterwards!
The whole school was privileged to attend the Bledington Music Festivaland we were also very pleased to have renowned musicians ThomasTrotter and Catrin Finch at Bledington School to perform for thechildren. We thank Mr Beacham for all his hard work in organising thiswonderful event.
We were also fortunate to have Pete Tathamat Bledington to teach the children sculpting.They were all involved in building animpressive life size sculpture of a tiger.The Cotswolds Wardens spent the day atBledington School to teach the children aboutour local environment. The whole school enjoyed activities such asmud sculpture, map work and nature walks.
Other school trips this term have included; Years 1-4 visited theGloucester Folk Museum to study how the Victorians lived, Years 5 & 6visited the Roman Villa at Chedworth and Year 6 were invited to theCotswold School to enjoy a French language play.We also look forward to The Tempest, the musical, for their end of yearperformance. The two performances will be on the 6th July 2pm andthe 7th July at 6pm. All are welcome and if you require any specialarrangements, please contact me at school. 01608 [email protected]
Bledington SchoolFrom Philip Croke, Headteacher
At the Springboard Children’s Centre, Stow we run a
variety of services and activities for families with babies
and young children aged 0-5 years.
Our summer activities programme is available now.
Please have a look on our website, give us a call or drop in
for more details.
www.springboardcc.co.uk
Stow Primary School, St Edwards Drive,
Stow on the Wold, GL54 1AW
01451 832642
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Acorns Primary School
Long ComptonFrom�Janine�Whitehead,�Governor
The Nursery garden has been put to good use in the lovely
weather, where the younger children have been experimenting
and learning about the science of water in the sunshine. The
Nursery class is flourishing and going from strength to strength
and there are only a few spaces available for September. Please
contact the school for further details.
Key Stage 1 and Foundation Stage pupils had a wonderful time
at the Stratford Butterfly Farm getting close to butterflies from
around the globe, seeing them at every stage of their life cycle,
learning about their habitats and food, and enjoying their
beautiful colours. Meanwhile
the older children explored
the city’s historic buildings
and world famous sites with
a local expert.
From Faye Heming, Headteacher
Mrs Christina Windridge, one of our teaching assistants, earned a
distinction in the ‘Teaching assistant of the Year’ category at the
2010 Teaching Awards ceremony. Baroness Shirley Williams
presented Mrs Windridge with her trophy and everyone at St.
David’s School is proud of Mrs Windridge and all she has achieved in
the 13 years she has worked at the school.
We thoroughly enjoyed our enrich-
ment week in June, based on the
theme ‘Up in the Air’. The teachers
planned some fantastic activities,
including a trip to the Cotswold
Falconry Centre where the children
flew birds of prey and discovered
many amazing facts about the birds.
We were also visited by Mr & Mrs
Williams, grandparents of Rachel
and Annabelle Silcock, who brought
their hot air balloon. After a
fascinating talk and demonstration
of balloon flight, the children were
able to climb into the balloon’s
basket and pull the lever which fires
the gas to lift the balloon.
During the week the children produced some fantastic pieces of
written and creative work, from amazing poems to stunning bubble
painting and paper-mache hot air balloons. All the work was
displayed in the School for parents to see.
St. David’s School
Up in the Air
Swell SchoolFrom Judy Abell, School Administrator
The children here at Swell School have been greatly saddened at
the loss of Year 6 pupil Sam Pilcher who has sadly lost his valiant
battle against Leukaemia. Sam was a great sportsman, artist and
friend and will be sorely missed by all in the school community.
Pupils, parents and Governors took part in the Annual Tesco Fun
Run around Abbotswood, Lower Swell. Spurred on by running club
coach Nick John, the runners raised well over £80.00 for the
children's charity Clic Sargent. A photo finish revealed winning
parents Trish Dodridge and Phillipa Lillywhite with winning Junior
Oscar Dodridge and winning Infant Archie Clarke.
The Year 3 children spent three days at The Wilderness Centre in
the Forest of Dean where activities included archery, a climbing
wall, pond dipping and survival skills. The highlight of the visit was a
caving experience at Clearwell Caves. To the delight of the children
there were added cobwebs and skeletons in the caves as the BBC
were filming the latest episodes of the TV programme Merlin.
The Junior class spent a day at Cheltenham Science Festival taking
part in the 'Discover Zone' and 'Your insides on Your Outsides'
workshops, and visited The Bathurst Estate, Cirencester Park for a
Countryside Day including a Farm Trail and Woodland Trail.
LONGBOROUGH SCHOOLFrom Val Latham, School Administrator
The children of Longborough Primary have had a busy time lately. Theyears 3 and 4s of Longborough Primary and Swell School Federationteamed up to go on a residential in the Forest of Dean. They hadlovely weather and tried out archery/wall climbing/ponddipping/survival skills and more and finished up their 3 day trip with avisit to the Clearwell Caves. The accompanying staffwere allexhausted!
PC Caroline Paxfordalso came to visit the school and gave the wholeschool an assembly on the role of the Police and how they helppeople, and the dangers of talking to strangers. At the end of the talkthe children were allowed to go and sit in the police car!
The Junior and Infant Classes have already been on a trip each at thestart of the new term; the Juniors to the Science Festival inCheltenham and the Infants to the local National Trust propertyChastletonHouse.
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KINGHAM HILL SCHOOLFrom Sheila Kelly, Marketing Co-ordinator
A pioneering programme that enables American pupils to study at atraditional British independent school whilst satisfying the demandsof an American curriculum, has received resounding approval.
Kingham Hill School has beenaccredited by the New EnglandAssociation of Schools and Colleges(NEASC) to host an American StudiesProgram designed for the children ofAmerican families living abroad.Offering day and boarding facilities,American children can arrive atKingham Hill School from anAmerican curriculum school, experience education at a traditionalBritish school and transfer on to other American schools elsewhere inthe world - without the pupils missing out or falling behind.
In addition they will benefit from being immersed in British cultureand making friends with other pupils, the majority of whom areBritish. KinghamHill School joins a number of prestigious institutionsaccredited by NEASC including Harvard and Yale, over 2000 schoolsand colleges in the US, and 175 American schools and colleges in 68countries around the world. Kingham Hill is the first British day andboarding school to be accredited by NEASC. Headmaster, Nick Seward,was impressed by the professionalism of the NEASC team, whileAssistant Head Academic and Director of American Studies, KimRaccio, has been explaining the American Studies Program toAmerican families arriving in the UK. “NEASC accreditation will reallyhelp families understand this unique program and the very positiveoption it presents for American families posted to the UK. The accessthat this gives non-Americans to American universities is also reallyunique in British education.”
The American Studies Program complements A-Level courses, makingan application by pupils of all nationalities to an American college asstraightforward as an application to a British university. Kingham Hillhas a dedicated ‘guidance counsellor’ who can offer expert advice onAmerican colleges and the application process. So when Americanpupils complete their high school career at Kingham Hill, graduatingwith their American high school diploma alongside their Britishcounterparts, students could be carrying their friendships forward touniversities and colleges around the world.
Art WeekAt the end of last term the whole school was involved in a painting project for Birdland in Bourton on the Water. Working in small groups each class set out their design and created a lovely bright painting. All nine pieces of their work will be on display at Birdland.
After School ArcheryA group of Year 6 pupils arecurrently taking part in anintroductory course to this sport. Iam told that we appear to have anumber of talented students. Theprofessional coaches hope that thistaster session will encourage themto continue with this sport.
Earlier this term, after a small delay due to the volcanic ash, The CotswoldSchool welcomed the arrival of twenty two students and two teachers fromthe Suzhou Foreign Language School in China. The Chinese students arestaying with host families over the summer term, with the aim of improvingtheir English and getting to know our culture. In exchange, they have starteda Mandarin club at lunchtimes and are demonstrating their badminton skillsat the badminton club. Several international matches have been arrangedbetween the students and played with great enthusiasm!
Of course, the students have generated a great deal of interest with theCotswold students, as they ask them questions about their life back inChina. The Chinese students treated The Cotswold School students to arendition of a Beijing Opera in assembly and towards the end of term, thestudents are looking forward to an “East meets West” concert.
Every Friday the Chinese students go on an outing to visit a major touristattraction in the area and they have already been to Dorset and Londonover the half term.
Many thanks to the host families that have given the Chinese students sucha warm welcome and many thanks to Miss Rodda (Modern ForeignLanguages Department) who has planned the whole thing so meticulously.
The Cotswold School From Jenny Madgwick, School Press Officer
Bourton on the Water Primary SchoolFrom Sheila Kelly, Marketing Co-ordinator
Blockley Church of
England School
by Sue Jackson School Administrator
Arts Council England has awarded Artsmark
Gold to Blockley School in recognition of the
school’s commitment to, and excellence in,
arts education. Linda Jeffcutt is Head teacher
at Blockley School: “Taking part in the
Artsmark scheme has enabled us to develop
our arts provision. We have seen the pupils
who take part become more self-confident,
engaged and excited about learning, through
our many theatre visits and drama
productions as well as working with
Honeybourne Pottery and Blockley
Educational Trust. I’m delighted that the
Arts Council has recognised Blockley
School’s dynamic arts education programme
and thank all our staff for their hard work in achieving this award.
Alan Davey, Chief Executive, Arts Council England, said: “Arts Council
England believes that the earlier children are creatively inspired, the more
likely they are to have a lifelong engagement with art –something that can
transform lives and give young people a voice for their thoughts and
feelings. Artsmark is now nationally recognised as a prestigious and
coveted award, and recognises Blockley School’s commitment to providing
exciting art experiences and their belief in the power of creativity.”
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MORETON RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUBA FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION DEVELOPMENT CLUB
www.moretonrangersfc.co.ukSecretary Chairman Treasurer Vice Chairman Martin Jones Tim Sedgley Graham Rees Paul Luker01608 650955 01608 652696 01608 650611 01608 651737
Moreton Rangers Under 15The Under 15 team held their end of season awards
at Moreton Cricket Club on 21st May. This was a
special end of season event as the team have finished
their junior team status, and we hope the next time
they pull on a Moreton Rangers Shirt will be as senior
players in one of our Adult Teams.
Their coach Mark Boydell, who has been managing
the team since they were the Under 10s, was
presented with a framed team photo as a memento
of his time with the players. He will still remain with
the club as he is the first team captain.
NEW PLAYERS
We are running teams in the following age groups this
season - Under 10, Under 11, Under 13 and Under 14
in our Junior section, and 3 Adult Teams.
Anyone wishing to be involved please contact the
Club Secretary who will put you in touch with the
relevant manager.
BUILDING WORK
Work on the new changing rooms goes ahead at a
pace and we would like to thank all those helping out,
in particular the volunteers giving their own time. This
is essential for the development to be completed in
time for the next season.
Our thanks to P.C. Scaffolding for their kind donation
of their equipment for the building.
Recognition for Moreton’s football starsFrom Tina Magee, Warner’s Budgens
Football fever has really gripped the nation, but while most people have
been gearing up for the World Cup, Warner’s Budgens has been
celebrating football stars closer to home. On 14th May, the annual football
awards for the local Moreton Rangers Junior Football Club took place at
Moreton Town Hall.
One of the highlights of the evening was the
presentation of the Warner’s Budgens
Clubman Award which went to Graham
Jones. Graham is a dedicated supporter of
Moreton Rangers Junior FC and his
commitment shone through as he stepped
in to manage the under 12s team when their
manager had to leave half way through the
season. His enthusiasm for the sport is
evident and, this year, he is also looking to
start a Moreton 3rd adult team.
During the evening, club managers thanked
the boys and girls who make up the junior
teams for all their hard work and the enjoyment they have given club
supporters and members, as well as their parents, this season.
The club succeeds thanks to the help and support of the volunteer
managers, parents and players who give up their time to help fund-raise
and run events. In August the club is holding a sponsored 24-hour static
cycle ride in Moreton high street to raise funds for new changing rooms.
All contributions are welcome.
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Saturday 29th vs Oaksey - Cancelled
Sunday 30th vs Coln Valley - LOST
The first Sunday friendly of the year. Stow won the toss and chose to
bat. A partnership of 107 between Ashley Andrews, 75, and Dan Smith,
58, kept Stow on track, with Sam Webley, who hit a quick 22, and
Hayden Elsdale, 28 not out, taking Stow up to a total of 211. Coln
Valley got stuck in straight away taking full advantage of some poor
bowling from Stow and managing to get to their target in the last over.
An enjoyable and high run scoring game overall.
Saturday 5th June vs Bibury - WON
An important league fixture. Stow lost the toss and went in to bat on
what looked like a good wicket. With accurate bowling from the start,
Bibury quickly dismissed Stow’s top three batsmen. With Stow at 43
after 17 overs, Dan Heaps put on a batting masterclass, adding 146 off
only 58 balls and taking Bibury apart with some fantastic shots. He
shared a partnership of 160 with Max Fisher, 29, with Hayden Elsdale
finishing the innings with a good 26 to see Stow to a huge score of 285.
Stow once again bowled well - Dan Smith took 3/19 off 8 overs, and
Jack Robson took 3/38. Stow were good in the field and finally bowled
out Bibury for 116. Another great league victory putting Stow in a good
league position.
Sunday 6th vs Naunton - LOST
With a great setting and great wicket Stow won the toss and decided to
bat. However the lads didnt get off to a good start and wickets fell at
regular intervals. Max Fisher, 22, put on some runs to get Stow to a
disappointing total of 97 before being bowled out in only 29 overs. In
reply Stow bowled well and kept the run rate down. Louis Millar took 3-
19 and put Stow in with a slight chance of bowling Naunton out.
Naunton were on 82-8 but managed to see themselves home to win
with 5 overs remaining. A good enjoyable game all round.
Friday 11th June vs Coventry Ramblers - Won
On a nice Friday night Stow lost the toss and were asked to field.
Hayden Elsdale, Sam Webley and Dan Heaps all picked up 2 wickets
each and Stow had the Ramblers 7 wickets down with only 9 over gone.
But a good recovery saw the Ramblers up to a score of 91 off their 20
overs. In reply Seb Bevan hit a quick 17 for Stow, and Ben Eakins
smashed a great 46 Not Out to guide Stow home to a good victory in
the 15th over. A good spirited game enjoyed by all.
Stow’s best bowling and fielding display of the year
proved too good for North Cerney…and put them
top of the table.
Saturday 12th June vs North Cerney - WON
Stow faced a test this week’s League, meeting a team who were
towards the top of the table and in some form. Stow won an important
toss and chose to bowl, getting off to a superb start. Seb Bevan and
Hayden Elsdale both took 2 early wickets, Louis Millar took 2/13 off 7
overs, and North Cerney were held to a low total of 84. Stows best
bowling and fielding display of the year proved too good for North
Cerney. Stow’s opening partnership of Chris Heaps and Ashley
Andrews once again got the team off to the perfect start with 60 from
only 14 overs, and Stow knocked off the required runs in the 22nd over
for an important win. This win puts Stow top of the table and looking
good in the first season in Div.2.
Sunday 13th June vs Naunton – Won
In a reverse match Stow needed to step up to beat Naunton at home.
Naunton batted first and got off to a good start, skipper Charlie Hanks
hitting a quick 72 before falling to Stows stand out bowler Sam Webley
who took 4/34. Naunton ended their innings on a good total of 175.
Stow then needed to get stuck in early. Ben Eakins opened the innings
and once again showed what good form he is in hitting a very quick 77
before being caught. This set up the innings perfectly and allowed
Ashley Andrews, 41 not out, and Dan Smith, 33 not out, to see the
team home to a fantastic win.
Thursday 17th June vs Adlestrop - Won
On a warm evening Stow lost the toss and were made to bat. Things
started off slowly, Stow losing a wicket in the second over. Opener Lewis
Chapman hit a quick 22 to up the run rate before loosing his wicket. A
partnership between Max Fisher, 56, and Dan Smith, 24, helped Stow
to a final total of 147-6 off their 20 overs. Adlestrop needed to start
quickly and got off to a good start. They were on the run rate for a
while, until Hayden Elsdale took 2-22 off his 4 overs, backed up by Sam
Webley who took 2-24, helping to slow down Adlestrop’s run rate. A
few good run outs by Jack Robson dismissed some good batsmen and
helped see Stow to a good win, restricting Adlestrop to 119 off their 20
overs.
A fantastic bowling performance from Stow’s bowlers’deadly attack.
Saturday 19th June vs Coates - Won
This league match saw Stow travel away to Coates, a team two divisions
above Stow last year. Stow won an important toss and decided to bowl
on what was a very awkward wicket. Stow’s openers were fantastic and
didn't allow Coates to get any easy runs. Hayden Elsdale took the
wickets of both Coates’ openers; Dan Smith took 2 crucial wickets for
only 22 runs, and Dan Heaps took the final 3 wickets for 13 runs,
restricting Coates to a total of 114. Another fantastic bowling
performance from Stow’s bowlers who this year look like a deadly
bowling attack. With a low total to chase on a dodgy wicket Stow didn't
start well loosing both openers in the first 2 overs. Once again Dan
Smith came to the crease and steadied the ship hitting a patient 33
before being bowled. Dan Heaps, 27 not out, and Seb Bevan, 15 not
out, hit some good boundaries to lead Stow to victory with 13 overs to
spare. A great win against a good team which keeps Stow top of the
league and looking good in division 2.
Spectators are welcome at all SCC’s matches, particularly those at
home.
Stow on the Wold Cricket Club
JULY FIXTURES
Sat 3rd Windrush H League
Sat 10th South Hill A League
Sun 11th Rushwick H Friendly
Sat 17th Avening & Cherington H League
Sun 18th Chipping Norton H Friendly
Sat 24th Oaksey A League
Sat 31st Bibury H League
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MORETON TENNIS CLUB(on the cricket ground, Batsford Road).
Opening the Re-surfaced Courts
From Mike Rees
Members and guests of Moreton-in-Marsh Tennis Club were
treated to a fine display of men’s doubles tennis in an
exhibition match to mark the opening of the Batsford Road
Club’s newly re-surfaced courts on 5th June. In fine warm
conditions, Will Hale & Harry Wilkins of the home club took
on Simon Wall & David Hubbard from Evesham. In a close
match which the Evesham pair won in two sets.
The opening ceremony
was performed by Councillor
Ben Jeffrey. Major Hancock,
Chairman of Gloucestershire
Playing Fields Association,
who provided financial support
to the Club, presented a plaque
to mark the occasion.
The project to resurface and
re-fence the courts was also supported by donations from The
Moreton Charity and Gloucestershire Community Foundation
who gave a Grass Roots grant.
If you are interested in joining the Club please go to the Club
website at www.moretontennis.co.uk or contact the Club
secretary, Sue Bull, on 01386 853298.
BADMINTON “CLOSED FOR THE SUMMER”.
From Mike Rees
Before shutting up shop most clubs have decided whether or not to
enter teams to play in the league from next September. Its not easy
finding players who will turn out for a match in Redditch on a frosty
night in February (that is unless they live in Redditch) while they are
presently more concerned about the current task on the tennis court
or the cricket pitch. So, each club enters a team(s) hoping that none
of the nominated players find something else to do during the winter
months except play badminton. This leads on to the situation at our
north Cotswold’s clubs
Stow BC
A question mark hangs over Stow’s teams, having lost players
halfway through last season, forcing a premature end to the mixed
doubles league team and leaving only the ladies doubles in the
league. (The men’s team ‘bit the dust’, the season before.)
Moreton BC
The men’s doubles team should continue for a second season – if
they retain their enthusiasm to transform last season’s close losses
into wins next season.
Bourton BC have lost a few senior men players who are not over
enthusiastic about playing with the teenagers. Bourton will probably
enter one men’s team this season (unless the seniors find more
players to support a second team - and pass an age check!!).*
Otherwise, like Moreton, the juniors will be the sole male team this
coming season (– just joking I hope)!
PLAY EITHER IN A TEAM OR PURELY FOR FUNIf you would like to play contact one or more of the names listed below:
Stow - Cath and Denis Fisher 01451 830068;
Moreton - Josh Newbould 07789 221185
or Joyce and Mike Rees 01608 650825
Bourton – Mike Winter 01451 831194
MORETON –IN-MARSH
BOWLS CLUBBarry Peaston - 01608 650526
The club’s Open Day in May was very successful. All whovisited had a chance to have a go at bowls under the eye ofour coaches and we are pleased to report that 12 people havegone on to have further coaching. We hope they will becomefull members of our club.
GOOD WEATHER – WINNING STREAKThe mostly good weather recently has provided idealconditions in which to enjoy our bowls, and fortunately wehave continued in our winning streak - except for our gameagainst Norgren where they reaped their revenge as we hadbeaten them previously on their own ground.
Results as are as follows;Played Result
Moreton v. Evesham 4 triples won 68----58Moreton v. Sir Thomas Richs 4 rinks. won 90----69Moreton v. Burford 4 rinks won 75----48Moreton v. Norgen 4 rinks lost 49----96Moreton v. Porters 3 triples won 75----48
The club is looking forward to hosting a GloucestershireLadies County Match against Hampshire Ladies which willconsist of 6 Rinks on Friday 18 May- which is an honour forus as a CLUB.
TOMBOLA + STALLS + TEAS & COFFEESTUESDAY 20 JULY at the Victoria Hall by the river at
Bourton –on-the- Water from 10 am to 4pm
A Belting Success for Stow2 members of Stow Tae Kwon-Do School impressed at their recent
Black Belt Grading - Jack Harrison and Connor Bentham were both
awarded their First Degree Black Belt by the National Grading Panel
at the TAGB headquarters in Bristol. The grading panel consists of
five 7th Degree Tae Kwon-Do masters who watch over students
performing patterns, sparring and self defence, followed by a theory
test.
School instructor, Lee Chapman said
“Perseverance is one of the key
philosophies of Tae Kwon-Do and both
of these students demonstrate this
very well.”
The School trains at Stow Primary
School - Tuesdays for Adult and Teens
at 6:30 pm; Thursdays for Juniors at
6:30 pm, Adults and Teens at 7:30 pm,
and a Community Self Defence
program at 8:30.
For more information on the club please visit -
combinedselfdefence.co.uk or telephone Lee Chapman the club
instructor on 07977 560086
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Clubs
Sports & Outdoor
Music
Local Authorities
Community Groups
Children & Youngsters
Key Information
Business Associations & Groups
Local Clubs, Societies, Associations & CharitiesArt Club Fisher House (in the hall)Tuesday 9.30 -12.3001451 831408: [email protected] Investment ClubMeets 1st Tues of each month. Jeremy Main 01608 658675Knit One, Sip One Knitting GroupAlternate Weds at 8pm Coach & Horses, LongboroughLife Saving Club (Fire College)Co-ordinator Lynette Mantle 01386 882430N Cotswold Bee-Keepers AssocJulie Edwards 01608 659396 [email protected] Cotswold Bridge ClubMeets Bourton on the Hill on Tues, Weds, Thurs N Cotswold CAMRA01451810305 [email protected] Alan Lamb 01386 701603N Cotswold Disabled ClubJoan M Oughton 01451 830580N Cotswold Digital Camera ClubJames Minter 01451 824175 www.ncdcc.co.ukN Cotswold National TrustSec Dr Colin Ellis 01451 822208N Cotswold Probus Club2nd & 4th Thurs mornings Sec James Grafton 01608 684181N Cotswolds RotaryLocal Contact Brian Honess 01451 830052N Cotswold U3AContact Jenny Stanfield 01451 824338 Rotary Kingham/DaylesfordMeets Weds evening; Sat morningwww.kinghamrotary.org.uk Royal British Legion Branch T 831550 and 07779 452396Club at Well Lane, Stow T 830242Scottish Country Dance GroupBrenda Parsons 01451 831876Stow Disability AssociationEvery Weds at Adlestrop V. Hall - I. Tyler 01451 830988Stow Civic SocietySecretary Tel 01451 833783Stow Embroiderers’ Guild – tel 01451 832427Stow GuidesStow Probus 1st & 3rd Thursday morningsTim Sedgley. 01608 652696Stow WIJackie Palmer 01451 822285, Jeanne Lowden 01451 833755
Stow Cricket Club Captain Ash Andrews 07891 536418ash [email protected]://stowotw.play-cricket.com/homeStow Rugby ClubIan Roberts – 0777 5998551 www.stowrfc.co.ukTae Kwon Do Assoc of GBTues 6:30 Adults | Thurs 6:30 Juniors|7:30Seniors|8:30 Adult Self DefenceLee Chapman 07977 560086 [email protected]
Homestart N CotswoldsLesley Thorn 01451 831781 N Cotswold Community RadioOld Police Station, Ch Campden, www.northcotswoldonline.comN Cotswold Friendship Centre(Affiliated to Heyday) 01993-842820/[email protected] N Cotswold BranchChairman Diana Porter 01451 830508Stow Fund Robert Barnett 01993 831520 Veronica Woodford 01993 831520
1st Moreton in Marsh Cub and Beaver ScoutsCubs - Mon 6.15-8pm (ages 7yrs 6mths – 10yrs 6mths) Beavers -Tues 6.15-7.30pm (ages 5yrs 6mths to 8yrs) Scout Hut, StationRoad, Moreton in Marsh.Scout Leader Di Warmington - 01608 651886 Army Cadets at Moreton/BourtonWeds 7.30-9.30pm Major M G Little01451 831408 Little2@aol/com Bledington Toddler GroupNicki 01608 658137 Mon 10-11.30amChildren's Art Club (ages 4-12)After school, Saturdays and holidays.Gill Parkes : 01386 700991Condicote Playgroup & ToddlersLeader Jo Abrahams 07796 987173Oddington Bumps, Babes & BeyondMondays 10-12 at Oddington Village Hall Emma 07966 205774Stow Youth CentreYouth Worker - Suzanne Collinson07825 721220 Fosse Way, StowGuiting Power Brownies (ages 7-10) Tuesday Evenings 6.15-7.30pm Leader Cheryl Millar 01451 831233
Childline 0800 11 11Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111First Responders (St John’s Ambulance)01452 858234 [email protected] Visitor Information 12 Talbot Court, Stow, 01451 870150Moreton Hospital (Minor Injury Unit)Tel No. 01608 812 605 – 8am-8pmXray opening times – Mon-Fri 9.12am-12.45pmand Mon and Wed 1.45pm-4.15pmN Cotswold Neighbourhood WatchNon-Emergency 0845 090 1234www.northcotswoldsnw.co.ukN.Cots St Johns Ambulance & St Johns Cadets (from age 10)Meets at Bourton 7-9pm Thurs 01451 820570
Stow Business Associationwww.stowonthewold.info WiRE (Women in Rural Enterprise) Network N Cotswolds: Emma Heathcote-Jameswww.wireuk.org/networks 01386 831 379/07977 226 025YHA Stow on the WoldRobert Williams (Mgr) 01451 [email protected]/www.yha.org.uk
Campden Music SocietyCarol Jackson – concert Mgr [email protected] Choral SocietyDavid South 01451 870494Thurs 7.30-9.30pm at Upper/Lower Slaughter Village HallsCotswold West Gallery GroupAnnette Smith 01451 830160Kingham Choral SocietyDerek Woods 01608 658738Naunton Music SocietyBarbara Steiner 01451 [email protected] Junior SingersAges 5-8 Sats 10.30-11.30 am at St Edwards Church Room, StowStow Junior Fiddlers 11.30-12.30 - Linda Green 01451 830327Stow Youth Singers(Ages 9+) Linda Green – 01451 830327 Fridays Term Time, 6-7pm at St Edwards Church Room, Stow
Breathe Easy Groups (British Lung Foundation)2nd Tuesday every month, 2-4pmBaden Powell Hall, Bourton on the Water01451 822102/810520County Cllr Barry DareShire Hall, Gloucester GL1 2GT01452 425000/01386 701280 [email protected] District CouncilCirencester – Trinity Road, Cirencester01285 623000 www.cotswold.gov.ukDistrict Cllr Merryl Phillips01285 623870/01608 [email protected] Cllr David Penman01285 623808/01451 830479 [email protected] Market Towns ForumMain office: 01452 425953 www.town2town.org.uk Glos Rural Community Council Marilyn Cox 01452 [email protected] [email protected] www.grcc.org.uk Moreton Area CentreHigh Street Moreton 01608 [email protected] Town Council Stow Council Office, Stow Youth Club, Stow, GL54 1AB Tel 01451 832585 [email protected]
Breathe Easy N.Cotswolds0145181-520 / 822102Fair Shares N Cotswolds Community Time Bank01608 812338 [email protected] of Stow Surgery 01451 832200 & 830610Glos Association for the BlindMoreton Area Centre, High St, Moreton Mondays 10am-1pm. 01242 [email protected]
Adlestrop Cricket ClubNick 01451 831458/Eric 01451 830793Bourton Badminton ClubMike Winter 01451 831194Cotswold WalkersSarah Clifton-Gould 01285 623450Every Thurs 2pm Moreton Area CentreWeds 2pm Bourton Leisure Centre - Alan Robinson 01451 821 067.Great Rissington ArchersSat 10.30am at Gt Rissington Social Club (+Weds 6.30pm in summer).Michael Ebelthite: 01451 824161/ Niall McIntosh: 01451 870221.London Chinatown TaeKwonDoWeds, 6.30pm Kids & families 7.30pm teens & adultsRedesdale Hall, Moreton 0751 7437 300Moreton Bowling ClubMargaret 01451 821399/Tom 01608 651761Moreton Badminton ClubMike and Joyce Rees 01608 650825N Cotswolds Youth Cricket ClubShaun Williams 01608 652138www.ncycc.co.uk
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TREE TOPS GUEST HOUSE (Liz & Brian Dean)Secluded B&B; 5 mins from train station & Moreton town centre
LONDON ROAD, MORETON IN MARSH 01608 651036
Chiropody
DEREK BROOKES MSSCh,MBCPA,HPCRegFor all your foot health needs. 01451 822540
Clothes & Curtain/Alterations
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
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Animals & Pets
Florist
ALLIUM FLORIST www.alliumflorist.co.ukMore than just Flowers
1 Oxford Street, Moreton-in-marsh, GL56 0LA Tel 01608 650630
COTSWOLD MARQUEES LTDTel 01608 686900
www.cotswoldmarquees.co.uk
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Learning & Tuition
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ELDRIDGE TRAVEL – PRIVATE HIRE8-seater – 01993 824720
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PIANO/SINGING TUITION EXPERIENCED TEACHERAdult & Young Pupils Welcome 01608 642025
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ITALIAN LESSONS IN CHIPPING CAMPDENwww.italianlanguageschool.co.uk 01386 849156
MIKE VICKERS PEST & MOLE CONTROL Domestic,Commercial, Agricultural Tel 01608 642531/07788 [email protected]
Dovedale Services – Mowing/Landscaping/DecoratingMark Penfold 01386 700165/07811 217043
Batsford Timber Ltd – Fencing & Sheds01608 651096. www.batsfordtimber.co.uk
M.H TAXIS – your Local Taxi ServiceTel 0777 993 9415 www.mhtaxis.com
NORTHWICK PRIVATE HIREJohn Whateley 01386 701806/07855 824 788
STOW TAXI SERVICE – 07887 [email protected]
Brian Halling - Window Cleaner01608 651406 | 07969 934230
BERNIE’S ALTERATIONS – 35 yrs experience Tel 01451 833831 or 07768 305427
GRIMEBUSTERS 01993 868924/ 07778 298312Professional service at unbeatable rates
DIAL-A-DOG-WASH Mobile Grooming Parlour01993 845360 / 07754 039665
PHYSIOTHERAPY – Orthopaedic & sports injury specialists.MCSP HPC Reg. Spinal & joint pain. Acupuncture.Bourton-on-the-Water. 01451 822660
www.laser-light.co.uk 01608 645423
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3 Oxford Street, Moreton-in Marsh, GL56 0LA
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