PARISH CONNECTIONS
NOVEMBER 2014
BIRDLIP, BRIMPSFIELD
DAGLINGWORTH
THE DUNTISBOURNES
EDGEWORTH, MISERDEN
SYDE and WINSTONE
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PARISH CONNECTIONS
The Benefice of Brimpsfield with Birdlip, Daglingworth, The Duntisbournes,
Edgeworth, Miserden, Syde and Winstone.
Message from The Archdeacon.
‘Like me, I know you will be sorry to have heard that your Rector, Val, and her
husband Stuart are in the process of seeking a divorce. They both need the
assurance of our love and prayers at this difficult time.
Bishop Martyn and I continue to have full confidence in, and to be fully
supportive of, Val’s ministry in this benefice: one that continues to be exercised
with great skill and ability.
We ask you to give her the space and privacy she needs to resolve what are
personal matters over the next few months, while continuing to surround her
with your prayers and support as she continues her ministry as your Rector.’
Robert
Val is once more living at ‘The Rectory’, Duntisbourne Leer, Cirencester,
Gloucestershire, GL7 7AS and can be contacted as normal on 01285 821040 or
[email protected].
Don't forget that much of the information in parish connections, such as
church services, what's happening and local information, can be found on our
website
www.parishconnections.org.uk
"CAN YOU PLAY THE ORGAN?”
Would you like to be on our list of occasional organists that work across the
Benefice?
If so please contact Rev Val Bexon 01285 821040 or [email protected]
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Lest We Forget
When the fighting of the First World War finally ceased, many people wanted to
find a way of honouring the thousands who had died – as well as providing for
those soldiers who had been left injured from the conflict.
Three years after the guns went silent, in 1921, the British Legion was formed.
The organisation adopted the poppy as its symbol of hope and remembrance,
wearing one on their lapels as they turned their thoughts to those who had
fought in the conflict.
The problems facing First World War veterans when they returned to the UK
continue to affect serving personnel and veterans today: whether living with
bereavement or disability, finding employment, or coping with financial stress.
The Royal British Legion, which was awarded the Royal title in 1971, continues
to work to improve their lives.
Today, more than 45 million poppies are distributed each year with 95 percent
of people taking part in Remembrance events. This year it has set a national
fundraising target of £42 million towards helping men and women of the
military.
To find out more about the work of the Royal British Legion and how you can
support it, visit www.britishlegion.org.uk/
Monthly Diary
1st Nov
1st Nov
2nd Nov
5th Nov
7th Nov
15th Nov
15th Nov
15th Nov
16th Nov
17th Nov
19th Nov
21st Nov
23rd Nov
27th Nov
29th Nov
29th Nov
Brimpsfield
Daglingworth
Miserden
Duntisbourne Abbots
Daglingworth
Brimpsfield
Winstone
Garden Society Meeting
Autumn Churchyard Working Bee
School Bonfire Night
DAMPS
Rural Cinema
Autumn Tabletop Sale
Saturday@Six
Magazine Copy Date
Christmas Market
PC Meeting
W. I.
Polar Adventure Talk
Christmas Fayre
50 Plus Activity Event
Charity Coffee Morning
Garden Society Meeting
Miserden
Daglingworth
Bridlip/Brimpsfield
Daglingworth
Miserden
Daglingworth
Miserden
Brimpsfield
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Extracted from the Gloucester Diocese web site. For more information
on any article, please visit (www.glosdioc.org.uk),
The Archdeacon of Cheltenham, the Venerable Robert
Springett, reflects on the First World War
In August our Cathedral gave a whole day to readings the names,
from war memorials across the county, of all those killed in the
Great War. It was deeply moving, a reminder of how that war
affected almost every family and community.
Its deepest power was though simply in the reading of names. Names are so
precious, the way in which we are known to each other as father, son, daughter,
husband, partner, lover and of course they are the way in which we are known
to God, whom the psalmist says formed each one of us in our mother’s womb,
who call us, who holds us as beloved.
As the names of those killed in the Great War recede into the carved stone of our
memorials it would be easy to forget. In this centenary year let us remember
them, the humanity, the vulnerability, the uniqueness of each person, and those
who loved and mourned them.
In our world today where still innocent victims of every race and creed lose
their lives in war and conflict, it is in this remembering that we discover anew
our common humanity, our hope for peace and commit ourselves to a better
future, for which they laid down their lives that we may have a new heart and
a new spirit.
First World War resources
Churches across the Diocese will be marking events during the next four years
as the country looks back to the conflict that ravaged Europe 100 years ago.
Prayers, music, literature and art are available the Church of England as part of a
pack of resources commemorating the centenary of the First World War.
The pack includes:
• A selection of suitable readings from the Bible
• Appropriate hymns, songs, music, literature and art
• A selection of different kinds of prayer (including a Litany of remembrance)
• An outline for a service around a War Memorial
Further material will be made available throughout the years of commemoration
up to 2018.
If you want to make use of these resources, you can download the resources
by going to the Church of England's website www.churchofengland.org and
clicking on the 'World War One' box.
Alternatively, you can go directly to www.churchofengland.org/prayer-worship/
worship/latest-updates/world-war-one-liturgy.aspx
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Birdlip and Brimpsfield
Birdlip Village Hall available for hire. Car parking. Local rates:
Children’s party £16.00, Half day £20.00 (winter), £12.00 (summer),
full day £60.00. Please contact Alice Townsend 01452 863231
To hire Brimpsfield Village Hall or any of the equipment or for further
information please ring Jane Smith on 01452 863247
BIRDLIP & BRIMPSFIELD W. I.
The September meting was held on the 17th September at Brimpsfield Village
Hall. We were pleased to welcome a visitor for the evening.
Once again The members were reminded about the Pudding Evening on the
22nd October at Brimpsfield Village Hall. Everyone is participating and an
eclectic mix of puddings to enjoy have been promised.
Since the August meeting Members had enjoyed a Fish & Chips cruise at
Tewkesbury, a visit to Weston and Hereford Cathedral for the Festival of
Flowers. The walking group explored the ups and downs of Eastcombe and
the Toadsmore valley on a beautiful summers day. An extra walk to celebrate
28 years of walking was held on 30th September following the river around
Malmesbury starting with coffee in the Abbey Church. The proposed film at
Tewkesbury this month is “Jersey Boys”.
A talk on “Acupuncture Chronic Pain and Headaches” was given by Mr Adrian
Lyster. He explained how Acupucture is now common place as a treatment
within the Health Service where once it was regarded with sceptism. He then
invited questions from the floor and there was no shortage of people to seek
advice on a particular problem! All were treated with humour and pertinent
advice.
At the meeting on October 15th at Birdlip Village Hall at 7:15pm we welcomed
some employees from Waitrose who educated us on different Wines and
Cheese; it was an evening to savour.
Novembers meeting is on 19th in Brimpsfield Village Hall at 07:15pm.
BRIMPSFIELD & MID-COTSWOLD GARDEN SOCIETY
We have two meetings in November, both in Brimpsfield Village Hall from
10.30am for 11am, with the opportunity for coffee and chat as well as a talk.
On Saturday 1st November, Cathy Williams will talk about 'Plants, Pests and
Diseases', and will answer any gardening queries you may have. Our meeting
on Saturday 29th November will begin with a Special General Meeting
(members should have details of this), then Jayne Morriss, whose Christmas
flower arranging talk last year was so well received, will again show us how to
make floral decorations for the festive season. Everyone is welcome; we hope
to see you there!
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BRIMPSFIELD VILLAGE SHOW 2015
A date for your diaries. The annual Brimpsfield Village Show will take place in
the village hall on FRIDAY 23 and SATURDAY 24 JANUARY 2015 on a theme of 'La
Bella Italia', so brush up your Italian, and perfect your pasta....in anticipation.
Further details to follow in December issue of Parish Connections.
BIRDLIP VILLAGE HALL - AUTUMN TABLE TOP SALE
Saturday, 15th November 2014, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm
Free Entry
Tables £10 - book with Janet Taylor on 01452 862113
Tombola, Refreshments
Daglingworth
Daglingworth Village Hall
Weddings-Parties-Activities. Bar Available: To book please ring 07796 918964
AUTUMN CHURCHYARD WORKING BEE
Saturday November 1st November, at 10 am. Please bring your garden tools
and come and help us clear the churchyard. Refreshments provided
DAGLINGWORTH PARISH COUNCIL
The next meeting of Daglingworth Parish Council will be held in the Village Hall
on Monday, November 17th, commencing at 7.30pm.
FUMI OKIJI'S OLD TIME JAZZ BAND
Saturday 29th November at 8 0'clock. A joyous celebration of the great tradition
of jazz song. The band takes in the blues, New Orleans, black vaudeville, Louis,
Ella and Billie. "It is the voice of Fumi Okiji that really catches the attention. A
dry, honest sound, with a hint of Ellaand an easiness that invites the audience
to relax".
JAZZ BREAKFAST. Tickets in advance: £12 includes Free Drink.
E Mail: [email protected], Phone: 07754 728044 - Paul
Licensed Bar: Open one hour before performance
A THANKSGIVING FOR THE HARVEST
On Sunday the 5th October the village held a service of thanksgiving for the
harvest, followed by a lunch in the village hall. The church looked beautiful,
with every corner filled with flowers. Everyone contributed to the service with
special thanks to Hal who read one of the lessons and Clara and her mother
who helped with the prayers. The collection was in aid of the Addington Fund,
which offers help and support to farmers in distress. The mountain of dried
foods were later very gratefully received by the food bank in Cirencester.
Thanks to all those who so generously donated. Thanks also to Wendy and her
team for coordinating and arranging such a delicious lunch afterwards. A real
celebration of thanks and praise for all that God provides.
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A GENTLE REMINDER THAT THE CHILDREN’S CHURCH IN DAGLINGWORTH IS
INTENDED FOR THE WHOLE BENEFICE.
On the first Sunday of every month at 10.00 a.m. a very informal service is held
for children and their families and usually lasts for about half an hour. It is open
to everyone in the Benefice. It just happens to be held in Daglingworth Church.
Yes,for many it involves a car journey but we would LOVE to see you if you felt
you would like to come. Refreshments are always served afterwards, usually of
a chocolate nature, which can be a big draw for some?! Do come, you would
be more than welcome!
GRCC's FREE In Touch 50 plus Activity Event
Come along and try a new activity, speak to local agencies and meet new people!
Daglingworth Village Hall, South Cotswolds. Thursday 27th November, 10am to
1 pm, Free refreshments.
To book a place and/or transport, please call Katie Lake or Julie Pritchard on
01452 528491
THE WATERSHED RDA GROUP
invites you to an illustrated talk given by
Cotswold GP Dr Ian Davis
Organiser of the Polar Challenger race to the North Pole
and official doctor on Top Gear: Polar Special
POLAR ADVENTURES
Stories from his travels to the North and South Poles
Friday 21 November at Daglingworth Village Hall
Bar opens at 7.30pm; Talk 8pm
Tickets in advance: £10 to include coffee and cake
(On the door if available £12.50)
For tickets phone: Kate on 01285 821102
or Bob on 01285 771496/07866 972389
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The Duntisbournes
To hire Duntisbourne Abotts Village Hall please telephone
Liz Widdows 01285 821105 between 6.00pm and 9.00pm
DUNTISBOURNE ABBOTS W.I.
With business over at our September Meeting, Angela Panrucker entertained
us with her Gloucestershire Slide Quiz. She showed us 30 beautiful slides that
she had taken herself and tested our knowledge of the county that some of us
have always lived in. It was surprising how much there is to learn – for instance
where is the window depicting Thomas the Tank Engine? (Rodborough Church),
how long is the Cotswold Way (106 miles) and what and where is Hetty Peglars
Tump (homework!)?
By the time this is read, D.A.W.I. will have enjoyed their light hearted Fashion
Show in October and will be looking forward to the Wine and Cheese AGM in
November.
More excitedly though, we will be looking forward to our 90th Birthday Party
in December.
We will be having this in the Village Hall for members and specially invited
guests. It is amazing to think that our W.I. was started in the 1920s – what fun
it would be to be able to travel back in time to that first meeting!
Miserden
Miserden Village Hall
Parties-Functions-Meetings, Kitchen Available. To hire please ring 01285 821829
Miserden is retuning to normal after the filming of Cider with Rosie has
completed. We've lost The Woolpack and regained The Carpenters Arms.
One of the producers of the show kindly came into school one day and spoke to
the children about the filming process. The children asked many thoughtful and
inquisitive questions of him.
In November the children will be performing in Gloucester Cathedral as part of
the Gloucester Cathedral Young Voices Project, this is a fantastic opportunity for
the children to take part in an exciting event and showcase the wonderful voice
they have as they sing in unison! They have also been asked to take part in the
Cheltenham Oratorio Project, for which they have composed their own song.
Preparations for the school Harvest Festival Service are under way to be held
on Friday 24th October at 9.30am at St Andrew's Church. All members of the
community are welcome to this service and, following the service, to come back
to the school for coffee and a community cake sale. This sale is to raise funds for
a charity that has become close to the heart of the school community: Cancer
Research. The school is also collecting food donations for the Stroud Food Bank.
The children of Miserden C of E Primary School have worked together and
undertaken to sponsor the education of a Kenyan schoolboy called Senchura.
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The children have raised the money themselves by holding cake sales and other
fundraising events.
Miserden bonfire night is on Sunday 2nd November, gates open at 5pm with
fireworks at 6pm. Tickets cost £4.50 for adults and £2 for children. The fireworks
are provided by professional pyrotechnic company Skyburst!
On Sunday 16th November there will be a Christmas Market in Miserden. Please
come along for all your Christmas shopping. It may seem a long time off, but at
the point of writing this, it's only 10 weeks away!
In Aid Of The Ki-y Barron Group, Riding For The Disabled Associa?on Reg’d Charity: 1058493 We are pleased to invite you to the inaugural Ki4y Barron Group, RDA Christmas Fayre To be held on 23rd November 2014 from 11am unEl 4pm At Miserden Village Hall Entrance £1, all proceeds going directly to the RDA Seasonal Stalls, Local Produce, Arts & CraBs, Christmas GiBs Grand Prize Draw, Mulled wine & Mince Pies It’s the most
Wonderful time
Of the year
Charity Coffee Morning
You are cordially invited to a Charity Coffee Morning in aid of Farm Africa at
Miserden Village Hall on Saturday 29th November from 10am until 2pm.
At the end of October a team of seven people from the agricultural industry are
heading to Tanzania to complete a challenge with Farm Africa. The challenge
is to build 67 beehives in two days and deliver them to local beekeeping
associations. To find out more about the challenge and what Farm Africa are
all about visit http://www.farmafrica.org/tanzania-beehive-challenge/beehivechallenge
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Syde
BENEFICE BARN DANCE, 2014
Well, if you weren’t there you missed a treat. About thirty of us had a terrific
time !
The multi-talented band, “Oddpiece”, were absolutely first class, giving a
beautiful lilt to the tunes, and Alex, their singer, has a lovely voice. Derek, the
“caller” was absolutely top rate, guiding us every step of the way, and remaining
most patient when we went wrong (which was often).
As for the dancing, one or two people had some idea of how each dance was
supposed to go, but most didn’t, and fewer worried about it. We dosey-doe’d,
and promenaded, and twirled, and “balanced”, and circled left, and circled right,
and danced to the middle and back, and advanced, and bumped into people,
and forgot the pattern, and lost our partners and found them again, and missed
our next couples, but nobody minded. Not taking it too seriously was the one
essential requirement, and that’s just what we all did. It was hilarious, and
wonderful.
As ever at these events, there was more ”bring and share” food than we could
all eat, and it was widely varied, tasty and well prepared. It gave opportunity to
chat to others, to meet old friends, and make new ones.
Thanks to Val and others who organised this terrific event. Huge thanks to Penny
and Andrew for letting us enjoy not only the music, dancing, and friendship,
but also the inspiring architecture and quality of their barn renovation, which
always takes my breath away.
And if you did miss it this year, put a note in your diary for next year (around
the same time). You really should not miss it again !
Peter Broome
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Winstone
To hire Winstone Village Hall or any equipment please telephone
Joan Nie 01285 821574
Saturday@Six – “Celtic Praise”
By the time you read this The Celtic Praise style service will have already been
held, for the Harvest Festival at Winstone (on Sunday 19th October). This follows
the first outing of the Celtic team at the Barn Dance service on October 12th –
members of the congregation were very complimentary about the contribution
the style of music had in offering our praise. Now we’re looking forward to the
coming services, which are planned for Saturdays @Six.
Actually, there was one mistake in last month’s magazine (my fault - apologies),
as the correct November date is Saturday the 15th, so (to reinforce that)
Saturday, 15th November at 6pm, at Winstone church is the place to be.
As there’s quite a bit going on in December (!), we’re skipping that one, so the
next is (as in last month’s magazine) Saturday, 17th January. However, there is
a bit of an issue with the February and March dates, as the “3rd Saturday” is
actually the day before the “4th Sunday”, so it would mean two services, close
together on the same weekend. We will finalise the dates for these in good
time to let you know, so watch this space !
The purpose of these services is to offer another way to praise our Lord, and to
open the church not only to frequent church attenders, but also to those who
don’t feel comfortable with what they may think of as the “standard” church
service. It’s open to the whole benefice (and beyond). We hope to see you
there.
Peter Broome
Delicious Christmas Puddings
Please order early to avoid disappointment
contact either Susie Parsons (821451)
Sharon Walker (821411)
Joanna Hicks (821538)
as soon as possible.
RENDCOMB SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP ANNUAL CAKE SALE AND COFFEE
MORNING.
At Winstone Village Hall on Saturday 6th December, 2014, at 10.00am, until
12.00pm.
Come along for a morning cuppa and enjoy a chat amongst friends.
The Hall will be open from 09.30am to accept donations of cakes, mince pies,
preserves, and Christmas goodies. All donations are very welcome.
THERE WILL BE A RAFFLE.
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WINSTONE VILLAGE HALL
TREASURER REQUIRED
From March 1st 2015
Parishioners please contact: Secretary 01285 821799
Local Information
Cranham Local History Society
“Gustav Holst”
Lover of Music, Friendship and the Cotswold Hills
An illustrated talk by Angela Applegate,
volunteer at the Holst Birthplace Museum, Cheltenham
Cranham Village Hall, 7.45pm, Thursday 13th November 2014
Archive material will be available for browsing before & after the meeting
All Welcome. Members: Free, Visitors: £2.50 (including refreshments)
GLOUCESTER CHORAL SOCIETY
Berlioz: Grand Messe des Morts (Requiem) Op.5
Adrian Partington conductor
Philharmonia Orchestra
Gloucester Choral Society
Bristol Choral Society
Paul Nilon tenor
Saturday 22 November | 7pm | Gloucester Cathedral
A rare and exciting performance is coming to Gloucester Cathedral after its
acclaimed debut at the Royal Festival Hall, London.
Tickets: £32.50, £17.50, £10 (discounts for under 16s & groups)
Book online: gloucesterchoral.com
Box office: 01242 691190
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11am CW
Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
Join
Duntisbourne
10am Family
Service
Lay Led
or join
Duntisbourne
Abbots
Christopher Hall
Evening Prayer
Duntisbourne
Abbots
Daglingworth
Remembrance
Service
10.45am
Val Bexon
5.00 pm 1662
Brimpsfield
BCP
Join
Daglingworth,
Miserden or
Brimpsfield
9.30am CW
Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
Join
Join
Daglingworth,
Miserden or
Brimpsfield
Remembrance
Service
10.45am
Robert George
Red/Green
Birdlip
th
9 November
Remembrance
Sunday
(Refer to Clergy)
2 November
th
4 Sunday
before Advent
Micah. 3:5-12
Psalm 43
1 Thess. 2:9-13
Matt. 24:1-14
Green
November
2014
nd
Join Duntisbourne
10am CW
Morning Prayer
Lay Team.
10.30am CW Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
Val Bexon
Evening Prayer
5pm 1662 BCP
9.30am CW
Morning Prayer
Geoff Gibbens
th
16 November
nd
2 Sunday before
Advent
Zeph. 1:7,12-18
1 Thess. 5:1-11
Matt. 25:14-30
Psalm 90:1-8
8am 1662 BCP
11am
Creative
Worship
Lay Team.
10.30am Morning
Prayer
Charles Keen and
Lay Team
10am CW Holy
Communion
Joan Hobbs
Join Brimpsfield
rd
23 November
Christ the King
Ezekiel 34:11-16,
20-24
Ephes. 1:15-23
Matt. 25:31 -46
Psalm 95:1-7
Services November 2014
Benefice 10am
CW Holy
Communion
Val Bexon &
Robert George
See
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
th
30 November
st
1 Sunday of
Advent
Isaiah 64:1-9
1 Corinth. 1:39
Mark 13:24-37
Psalm 80:1-8
Join
11am CW
Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
10am Family
Service
Lay Led
or join
Duntisbourne
Abbots
Christopher Hall
Evening Prayer
BCP
6.00 pm 1662
9.30am CW
Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
th
7 December
nd
2 Sunday of
Advent
Isaiah 40:1-11
2 Peter 3:8-15a
Mark 1:1-8
Psalm 88:8-13
Charles Keen
Morning Prayer
10am 1662 BCP
Andrew Bowden
Communion
Holy
10am 1662 BCP
Lay Led
Prayer
th
15 November
Saturday @ Six
Celtic Worship
Lay Team
9am CW Holy
Communion
Val Bexon
9.30am CW Holy
Communion
Val Bexon &
Andy Hall
Lay Led
Morning Prayer
10am 1662 BCP
11am CW
Holy Communion
Val Bexon &
Andy Hall
10am CW
Morning Prayer
Lay Led
Andy Hall
Val Bexon &
Holy Communion
Winstone Baptist Chapel
Evening Service 6.00pm every Sunday
Join
Daglingworth,
Miserden or
Brimpsfield
Join
Daglingworth,
Miserden or
Brimpsfield
Prayer Mike Mogg
11am BCP Morning
8.00 CW
Holy Communion
Traditional
Language
Peter Keslake
Abbots
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
See
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
Duntisbourne
Abbots for
details.
Charles Keen
Morning Prayer
10am 1662 BCP
Andrew Bowden
Communion
Holy
10am 1662 BCP
Mike Mogg
Morning
11am BCP
8.00 CW
Holy Communion
Traditional
Language
Val Bexon
Duntisbourne
Abbots
If you would like to get married in one of our churches or would like to learn more about the Christian faith, Baptism or
Confirmation please contact the Rector Rev Val Bexon on 01285 821040 or [email protected] or at ‘The Rectory,
Duntisbourne Leer, GL7 7AS.
Winstone
Syde
Remembrance
Service
Peter Keslake
11am BCP
Miserden
Morning
Join
Daglingworth,
Miserden or
Brimpsfield
8.00 CW
Holy Communion
Traditional
Language
Val Bexon
Edgeworth
Daglingworth
Duntisbourne
Abbots
Rous
Rural Cinema
Daglingworth Village Hall
Friday 7th November
Film starts 7.30pm Bar open 7.00pm
Admission £4 on the door
BELLE (12A)
Gugu Mbatha - Raw, Tom Wilkinson, Emily Watson
The film is inspired by the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle the illegitimate
mixed race daughter of Admiral Sir John Lindsay. Raised by her aristocratic
great uncle Lord Mansfield, Belle's lineage affords her certain privileges, yet her
status prevents her from the traditions of noble social standing. After meeting
an idealistic young vicar’s son bent on changing society, he and Belle help shape
Lord Mansfield's role, as Lord Chief Justice, in ending slavery in England.
DAMPS
Duntisbourne Abbots Village Hall
Wednesday, 5th November 2014, 7pm for 7.30pm
WALKING ON SUNSHINE (2014 – 12)
Romantic complications in a beautiful Italian coastal village, set to the music of
1980s popular songs, with Greg Wise & Leona Lewis. Perfect antidote to Guy
Fawkes!
Your Magazine
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Local Services
Village
Miserden
Birdlip
Duntisbourne Abbots
Winstone
Brimpsfield
Mobile Police Station
November
19th
25th
25th
25th
25th
Time
14.30-15.00
09.00-09.45
14.00-14.45
15.00-15.45
16.00-16.30
Bus Service - Operator Pulham Coaches - Service Number 852.
Monday to Saturday (excluding Public Holidays)
Cirencester, Market Place, Corn Hall Stratton, Gloucester Rd, Plough Daglingworth, opp Village Hall Duntisbourne Leer turn Duntisbourne Abbots, opp Church Winstone, opp Foss Field Elkstone, Westerleigh crossroads Brimpsfield, War Memorial Birdlip, Village stores Gloucestershire Royal Hospital Gloucester, Bus Station [E] M–F
0730 0734 |
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Gloucester, Bus Station [E] 08301 1145 1410 1605 Gloucestershire Royal Hospital | 1415 | Birdlip, opp Village stores 09021 1215 | 1623 Brimpsfield, opp War Memorial 09071 1220 | 1628 Elkstone, Westerleigh crossroads
09141 1227 | 1635 Winstone, Foss Field 09191 1232 |
1640 Duntisbourne Abbots, Church 09241 1237 | |
Duntisbourne Leer turn |
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1646 Daglingworth, Village Hall 0934 1247 | |
Stratton, Gloucester Rd, opp Plough 0939 1252 | 1652 Cirencester, Market Place, Corn Hall 0943 1256 | 1656 M-F Runs on Mondays to Fridays
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Concessionary bus passes can be used on this journey
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M–F
1810
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1828
1833
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1845
1850
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1900
1905
1909
In support of
Cirencester SCOPE
Registered Charity number 1040088
HELPING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
THROUGHOUT THE COTSWOLDS
Siren Sisters
Directed by Graham Loveday
"Lovely arrangements of some great songs.
Well done, ladies – we loved you!”
Saturday 22nd November 2014
7.30pm doors open for 8pm
Barn Theatre, Cirencester
Ticket £10
from 07776 172622 or [email protected]
Lucky ticket draw ~ Free nibbles and cash bar
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Excavation Works - Driveways
Riding Arenas
Drystone Walling - Patios and Paving
Garden Design Services
WL
www.whitakerlandscapes.com
Est. 1980
Whitaker Landscapes
Joe: 07973518032 Olly: 07919253036
Pilates Classes
Increase strength and flexibility, improve your posture and
help to eliminate back pain.
Suitable for any age or ability
Brimpsfield Village Hall
Wednesday 11am-12pm
£8 when booked as a block (£10 drop-in)
Call or email Charlotte for details
07786599928, [email protected]
“thoughttt fooo for everr occcioo”
Guitar, Mandolin, Mandola, Tenor
banjo, lessons
All styles : rock, folk, classical.
Tel: 01285 831460
V. reasonable rates .
To advertise in this space
Email:
[email protected]
Private dinner parties
jonathan’s
cooking lessons
healthy eating solutions
chef for hire
bespoke catering
celebration cakes
pig roast
Tel: 07876773902
E-mail:[email protected]
CEDAR MOTOR HOUSE LTD.
Tel : 01452 617240 Mobile : 07976322735
Grove Court, Upton Hill, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester GL4 8DA
We are a family run business.
We specialise in vehicle servicing, mechanical repairs and MOTs.
We will collect your car and deliver it back to you.
Competetive prices with fully trained and qualified staff.
A fast, friendly and dedicated service.
ROSE TWINNING
Lawn Mowing, Strimming,
Hedge Cutting & Planting
TEL: 01452 812086
MOBILE: 07780640677
Graham Fisher
Carpenter
All internal/external carpentry work
Doors, skirting, fascias and guttering
Fire doors and intumescent strips
30 years’ experience Call
01452 615280 or 07950 962035
Firewood Merchant
Stump Grinding
Forestry Contracting
MARK HANNIS
Tree Surgeon
Blacklanes House Birdlip, Glos, GL4 8LH
Mobile : 07836 324825
Telephone : 01452 863230
General Building Work
Natural Stone Work a Speciality
Pointing
Driveways
Mini Digger and Dumper Hire
Foundations
Drainage
Driveways
Patios
For more information contact;
Alfie Stebbings
01285 821097 or 07767640696
Dry Stone Walling
Farm and Garden Walling
Landscaping
For competitive rates and an efficient
service call
Gareth Hopkins
07969 962102
With over 25 years
experience
Richard Twinning & Partner
General Builders and Garden Maintenance
Garden Landscaping
Richard’s Mobile: 07899 791659
Patios, Fencing, Lawn Mowing
Tel:
01452 812086
Dry Stone Walling, Garden Walls Rose’s Mobile:
07780 640677
SEASONED
HARDWOOD LOGS
Delivered Split & Cut
to Size Required
Phone for Prices
Nigel Edwards
01285 821181 or 07968 054472
Rainbow Valeting
Mobile Car Valeting Service
We come to you! Superior Service! CompetitivePrices!
Based just outside Cirencester
Please call or e-mail for details/bookings
Tel - 07827 259290
E-mail - [email protected]
PHILIP DICKENSON
LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
PAVING - WALLING - FENCING - LAWNS - DRIVEWAYS
WATER FEATURES
MINI EXCAVATOR FOR DIGGING - LEVELLING - PONDS
DITCHES - ETC.
TEL: 01285 644701 MOBILE: 07976 239383
OVER 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN COTSWOLD GARDENS
SHAWN HINDON
Architectural Design
Architectural Design & Drawing Services
For Planning & Building Regulation Applications, for Large & small extensions,
Listed buildings, Structural alterations, Loft conversions, New houses,
Housing developments & Commercial developments.
Professionally qualified, accredited agent & fully insured.
For an initial free consultation call me on
Tel/Fax 01793 771621 or Mobile 07734 943212
Email [email protected]
RYAN DIX STUDIOS OF CIRENCESTER
Professional photographers
Wedding photography from only £350.00 Portraiture reprints from only £2.50
Events, Proms etc. no attendance fee all images
on website 24 hrs after event to view and purchase
www.ryandixstudios.com [email protected]
day 01285 659949 evening 01285 821845 mob 07539 553894
D W DUNN PLUMBING AND HEATING ENGINEERS
Unit 3 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY
Central Heating Installation - Gas and Oil Servicing and Breakdowns - Landlord Safety
Certificates - Agas - Rayburns - Underfloor Heating - Water Softeners - Toilets
Boiler Replacements - Taps - General Plumbing - Free no Obligation Quotes
Highly Qualified and Friendly Staff - No Job Too Small!
Tel: 01285 771001
We are agents for Aga-Rayburn, Boulter, Grant, Trianco and Alpha-Ocean
HASSLE FREE WEEKENDS
Do you ever wish you could arrive home
to a clean house, full fridge, supper
waiting, fresh flowers and fire laid?
Would you like the hassle taken out
of your party planning?
Catering, equipment hire, staff etc?
If so ring us on 07941 672296
www.hasslefreeweekends.co.uk
For Sale
Quality Hay Straw & Haylage, Large &
Small Bales, Delivered or Collected
Paddock Maintenance
Topping, Harrowing, Rolling,
Fert Spreading, Spraying
Contact Nick Ripley, Bridge Farm,
Daglingworth
Tel. 01285 653581/654085
Mobile 07973 103474
Muddy Paws
Dog groomer
Call Victoria
‘Queen’ of dog grooming
Mobile: 07581 197040
Email: [email protected]
HOLIDAY LET – KELSO, Scottish Borders
A well-appointed, comfortable second-floor flat overlooking Kelso
Abbey and churchyard and very close to town centre. Two double
bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen plus a light, pleasant living area, most modern
appliances. All linen and cleaning included.
Kelso is an attractive market town convenient for sightseeing, walking, cycling
and fishing. £245-£280 per week or minimum 4 nights at £45 per night.
ww.kelso-spreadeaglehouse.com
Contact: Jane Bell 01452 862558 or [email protected]
Honeysuckle Catering
Elizabeth Whitaker
Hot & Cold Buffets, Canapés, Finger Buffets
Catering for celebrations, Corporate
Functions,Drinks Parties.
Complete service or deliver only service
available
Fresh local produce used where possible
Menus created to suit your requirements
Email:honeysucklecatering.whitaker@gmail.
com
01285 650941 www.honeysucklecatering.co.uk
AYS
Executive
Chauffeur
BED & BREAKFAST
Daglingworth
10 years with the Tourist Board
3 Diamonds
Louise Wigfield
01285 652917
[email protected]
AYS Executive
Chauffeur
Hire are
proud Road
to
Highclere,
Cirencester
AYS Executive
Chauffeur
Birdlip,
Gloucester
Hire
are
proud
to
provide
provide reliability and comfort to all of our clients.
Gloucestershire GL4 8JL
reliability and comfort to
Business
& personal trips. Corporate
& sporting events.
all of our clients.
Telephone.
Airport transfers. 05602 753311
Mobile. 07767 236797
Business and personal trips.
Highclere, Cirencester Rd. Birdlip,
Gloucester,GL4 8JL
[email protected]
Corporate and sporting events.
Telephone.
Airport
transfers.01452 864726 Mobile. 07767 236797
www.ayschauffeurs.com
[email protected]
www.ayschauffeurs.com
HARRIET SAUNDERS
07831 664616
Alexander Technique Teacher MSTAT
Learning to use the Alexander Technique can improve your breathing,
clarity of thought, and your ability to handle life’s stresses, so that you can
be more relaxed, confident and maintain your health.
You gain an understanding of the body's fundamental design, and a way
to move that can help you feel better, on your own. You become more
attuned to your body's warning signs of tension and compression, giving
you a chance to change your habits that cause unnecessary tightness. An
improvement in poise and general vitality is a bonus! For all ages and
outlooks.
www.findingpoise.com
SUNNYSIDE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
‘Toby’s Top Notch’
Home produced
Beef, Pork, Lamb and Venison
from
Middle Duntisbourne.
Fabulous pork joints and
excellent sausages available now!
Enquiries:
[email protected]
mob: 0777 302 2619
Wayside Farm, The Camp, Stroud, Glos, GL6 7EW
Steve Berry 01285 821193 / 07585 553559
[email protected]
The following services can be offered:
-Minor & Full Services
-Cambelts
-Mechanical Repairs (Brakes, Exhausts etc)
-MOT Preparation and Repair Work
-Arrangement of MOT’s
-Diagnostics and Fault-finding
-Air Con Servicing and Re-charge
Having worked for Northfield Volkswagen as a
Technician for the last seven years, Steve is specialised
in VW’s but all makes and models will be catered for.
Cotswold Window Cleaners
Tuition for the 11+ (Cirencester area)
Using pure water technology
Contact Steve, 07733 180856
Friendly service with free quotes
Any area in the Cotswolds covered
Discounts given for recommendations
PROBLEM WITH MOLES?
Traditional mole control, No gas,
chemicals or poisions used.
Completley safe to pets & children.
Fully insured Member of The Guild
of British Molecatachers & British
Traditional Molecatachers Register.
Level 3 advance qualified with NPTA.
Contact Graham:
01452 615280 / 07950962035
Small classes, regular feedback,work packs for
holidays, mocks provided
Contact: Jane Beckett
Telephone: 01285 821577
E- mail: [email protected]
Tuition to start early September for year 5
Home Help, Cleaning
and Ironing
DIANA POWER
Trustworthy - Reliable - Flexible
Please ring: 07815961137
Home Style
By Mary Bennion
Offering a complete fresh look to your home
Made to measure curtains and all styles of blinds
Loose covers, upholstery, bedheads, bed covers and cushions
A large range of contemporary and traditional fabrics
Tracks and Poles professionally fitted
A free and sympathetic home consultation service to help you choose
the right fabrics and materials to suit your
home and lifestyle
Mobile 07900 890946 Email : [email protected]
www.homestylebymarybennion.com
CRAIG RICHARDS
GARDEN + GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
BIRDLIP 01452862455, 07968737160
LAWNS CUT FROM £10, FENCING & DECKING, LAWN TREATMENT, WATER FEATURES
VEGETABLE GARDENING, LANDSCAPING, SPORTS GROUND MAINTENACE,
TREE MAINTENACE, HEDGE CUTTING
CRB CHECKED, FULLY INSURANCED UPTO £5,000,000
CERTIFIED INSTALLER FOR STRATOS NATURAL STONE,
HANDYMAN SERVICES AVALIABLE
CELLO LESSONS
PRIVATE CELLO LESSONS IN BIRDLIP
12 YEARS OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE
ROYAL NORTHERN COLLEGE OF MUSIC
CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY MUSIC SCHOLAR
ALL LEVELS, ALL AGES
PATRICIA MCGILL
TEL: 07779 012933
EMAIL: [email protected]
Do you have a mole problem?
With over 30 years experience in traditional mole control I can effectively, discreetly and humanely
remove the culprits! No gas, chemicals or poisons used and completely safe to children and pets.
SUCCESS GUARANTEED OR NO CHARGE
Fully insured and references available
TEL: 07766 132934 (Day) 01285 770968 (Eve)
Member of the British Traditional Molecatchers. Register Member of the Guild of British Molecatchers
BPCA/RSPH level 2 certificate in pest control
Call Charlie for a free, no obligation site survey and quote
www.gbestateservices.com
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Laura Delport ITEC Qualified
Massage & Beauty Therapist
Deep tissue Massage, Relaxing Massage,
Facials, Waxing, Sugaring, Manicure,
Pedicure, Shellac Nail, Eyelash Tinting
Based in Cowley
Over 13 years experience
Mobile available
Please phone for prices and appointments
Tel: 01242 870065, Mob: 07803755600
COUNTRY CABS
Fully Licensed Hackney Carriage
Short Distance, Long Distance, ANY DISTANCE
Level 2 NVQ in Road & Passenger Travel Safety
Safe, Reliable, Punctual, 12 Years Experience
Tel: 01452 812134, 07854100522
Sew Cotswolds
For all your sewing needs...
Sewing lessons for adults and children. Creative, fun birthday parties.
Alterations, curtains, cushion covers.
Your favourite drawing captured in textiles.
Call Christine on 01285 652681 or email [email protected]
www.facebook.com/sewingworkshops
GARDEN Solutions
Garden Design,Turfing & Lawns
Paving/Driveways, Water Features
Decking, Planting & Drystone Walling
Please call Phillip Hazlerigg on
Tel: 01453 767 149 Mob: 07725 609 945
[email protected]
www.landscapinggloucestershire.co.uk
The Benefice of Brimpsfield with Birdlip, Syde, Daglingworth,
The Duntisbournes, Winstone, Miserden & Edgeworth
Rector
The Reverend Val Bexon The Rectory Duntisbourne Leer GL7 7AS
01285 821040 email: [email protected]
Associate Priest
The Reverend Robert George 01285 860973
Readers
Mr Geoffrey Gibbens 01452 813666;
Mr Christopher Hall 01285 831460; Mr Charles Keen 01285 650674
Mr Michael Mogg 01285 821728; Mr Philip Ling 01285 821500
Churchwardens
Brimpsfield with Birdlip St Michael’s, Brimpsfield, GL4 8LD;
St Mary’s, Birdlip, GL4 8JH
Martin Smith 01452 863247
Alison Ward 01285 821903
David Partridge 01452 863837
Daglingworth The Church of the Holy Rood, GL7 7AQ
Mrs Susan Bishop 01285 655991; Mrs Dorothy Anderson 01285 643383.
The Duntisbournes
St Peter’s, Duntisbourne Abbots, GL7 7JN;
St Michael’s, Duntisbourne Rous, GL7 7AP
Mr. Rupert Lane 01285 821445; Mrs Jocelyn Carver 01285 821457
Mrs. Jean Merrett 01285 651031; Mr Julian Weston 01285 821226
Edgeworth
St Mary’s, GL6 7JQ
Mr Roger Eldridge 01285 821578; Mr William Cadbury 01285 821248
Miserden St Andrew’s GL6 7JA
Major Nick Musgrave 07714 707310; Mrs Emma Hardyment 01285 821598
Syde St Mary’s GL53 9PN
Mrs Rosemary Blakeway 01452 862355; Dr Penny Wright 01285 821413
Winstone St Bartholomew, GL7 7JU
Peter Broome 01285 821234
Mrs Susie Parsons 01285 821451
The Diocesan Office
Church House, College Green, Gloucester, GL1 2LY 01452 410022
The Archdeacon of Cheltenham
The Venerable Robert Springett, 2 College Green, Gloucester, GL1 2LR
01452 835581
The Area Dean
Canon Leonard Doolan, 01285 659317