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V illage-News
March 2015
March
10th to 13th
Sat 14th
Sun 15th
MON 16 th
Tues 31st
Cheltenham Gold Cup week
Coffee morning Childswickham Hall
Mothers Day Have a break from Lent!
HEINEKEN’s BEST OF THE BLUES : BIRMINGHAM TOWN HALL,
Where is everybody going?
Down to the Childswickham Inn for another fabulous
Cricket club supper and quiz night.
Gloucester Warwickshire Railway
March 21st 22nd Recruitment Fair
NOTA BENE Next month articles please March 10th
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Childswickham Church
Service Regular Monthly Events
Sunday Services
These continue each Sunday at 10.30 a.m.
On 15th March it is ‘Decorate a Cup Cake’ as part of our informal Mothering Sunday service. There will
be floral gifts for the ladies, and the chance to say ‘Thank you’ for our mothers before families hold their
own celebrations.
29th March is Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week leading to Good Friday and Easter. You may like to
know that on the Monday to Wednesday of that week, at 7.00 p.m. in church, there will be a series of
meditations on three famous paintings of the Christ’s crucifixion, together with music and readings – lasting
about 45 minutes.
From the Registers
From the Registers
We extend our sympathy to the relatives of those laid to rest –
21st January – Maureen Frances Staite aged 78, late of Dunnington near Stratford-upon- Avon.
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Winter Warmer
The Concert by ‘The Heart and Soul Community Choir’ from Tewkesbury, on 31st January, realized £1,050
towards the renewal of the Heating system in church. A capacity audience enjoyed the liveliness and vigour of
the singers under their musical Director, Hilary Davies; our hope, and theirs, is a repeat performance on
another occasion.
St Mary The Virgin Rotas March 2015
Cleaning
27th Feb & Mar 6th
Mrs P Hackett & Mrs A Kirk
Mar 11th & 20th
Mrs J Saville
Mar 27th & April 3rd
Mrs Stephenson & Mrs Hawkins
Contacts
Childswickham
David Matthews, Churchwarden
852712
Joan Barnett, Churchwarden
858309
Canon John Thompstone ( temp
vicar )
852930
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Coffee
Mar
8th Pat Hackett & Angela Kirk
15th Joan Barnett
Mar 22nd Margaret Flanagan
Mar 29th Brenda Wadsworth
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John Thompstone, ‘interim’ Vicar of Childswickham, writes –
Christianity asks us to believe many puzzling, other worldly things: it also gives us a pattern of how to live
morally, ethically, and for the benefit of those around us. Not only does the example and teaching of Jesus of
Nazareth point to that; so do the words of his apostles.
‘Conduct yourselves honourably…’ writes St Peter.
To which he adds, elsewhere – ‘make every effort to support your faith with goodness…with knowledge and
self-control…with endurance…with godliness…with mutual affection and with love.’
St Paul chips in with how our minds should focus on ‘whatever is true…honourable…just…
pure….pleasing….commendable…’
Christians are called to live in this world as people like that. To do so calls for the discipline and structure of
daily life that Lent (which lasts throughout March) suggests we practice with renewed energy. Here are the
four things given and available for our help –
The Holy Bible – its words may encourage, inspire, enlighten. It contains warnings to heed,
promises to claim, examples to follow and warnings to heed. It confronts us with the likeness
of God, as seen in the person of His Son – Jesus Christ.
Prayer – a secret place where – alone – we may enter into the quiet time of stillness: space in our
lives, filled with the gifts of God’s grace, the discovery of His truth and His mercy towards us
– sinners that we are.
Fellowship – that sharing with our brothers and sisters ‘in Christ,’ of the common life we lead
with Christians all around the World – in worship, in service, in witness, and in faithfulness.
In Childswickham, it is found as we gather in Church on Sunday mornings – feeling ourselves to be part of the Body of Christ, joyfully united in Him.
Holy Communion – that place to which God comes and to which He invites us: the breaking of
bread, and thanks given over wine outpoured, becomes the perpetual memorial of the suffering and death of the Son of God, and of His Resurrection. We may enter into all that the cross
of Calvary achieved for the World, and know that we are His beloved children ransomed,
healed, restored, forgiven by the One who is, now, our Risen Lord.
This month you could begin something: or resume what you have let go of: or develop the mystery of faith
which moves from what Christians believe into how Christians are to behave. It’s a spiritual journey, but we
never travel alone. If there are things you would like to know more about, I am freely available for you.
John
The Boiler…. The story so far
There has been several meetings involving people with expertise in the areas of heating such
buildings. Present day heating options are numerous and expensive. The appointment of a
consultant would take a few concerts to pay for! At present we are asking three heating companies to
come up with proposals for systems that will suit our needs and our pocket.
When we get to a suitable stage we hope to involve as many people as we can to help us make the
right decision.
Until then we are grateful for all the support that the community gives us in raising money to keep
the church alive and kicking.
Eric
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Childswickham WI
Marilyn welcomed the members to the 100th year of the WI. There have been two activities this year so
far – tea and subs with 36 members joining, and 26 members have enjoyed a New Year meal.
3 visitors were welcomed to this meeting. A number of members expressed an interest in a craft day at
Jinny Ring Centre and also a lunch meeting with Michael Portillo. There will also be a table top sale at
the end of the year in addition to the published programme.
Our speaker this month was Debbie Williamson who gave a thought-provoking illustrated talk on her research into the soldiers commemorated on the Broadway War Memorial. She also included interesting
information on the soldiers mentioned on the Childswickham Memorial Plaque in the Hall and has
published her research in a book available locally, with profits going to the Poppy appeal.
Next month’s talk is ‘Music in Shakespeare’ by Ted Watson with the competition being an item relating
to music. Visitors welcome £4.
Title of book- BROADWAY REMEMBERS. by Debbie Williamson. Proceeds to the Poppy
Appeal.
ISBN 978-0-9929891-0-1. Available at Blandfords in Broadway.
Childswickham Womens
Group
Coffee Morning
SAT March 14th
10.30– 11.30 am
In aid of Shopmobility
What is Shopmobility?
Shopmobility is a scheme which lends manual wheelchairs,
powered wheelchairs and powered scooters to members of
the public with limited mobility to shop and to visit leisure and
commercial facilities within the town, city or shopping centre.
Who Can Use Shopmobility?
Shopmobility is for anyone, young or old, whether their
disability is temporary or permanent.
It is available for those with injuries, long or short-term
disabilities – anyone who needs help with mobility.
Shopmobility is about the freedom to get around.
Childswickham Parish Council
The Parish council has noted that Cresswells Bus has had some difficulties in negotiating its way through Atkinson Street. Please
would householders & Hall users park courteously & with care to allow busses & emergency vehicles through at all times.
Please note it is an offence to park or obstruct the pavement anywhere in the village.
Ed!
How Strong is our Village!
The parish council has asked me to raise the question of possible saving of money through Oil clubs. I have put this in the
magazine before. It is a useful saving for householders and the church . Sedgeberrow has run a successful oil buying club. Initially
for its village alone but had extended its membership beyond. Their club looked to the Rural Innovation Centre at Stoneleigh
Park , Kenilworth. www.oilbuyingclub.com Read on
For several years in the village of Sedgeberrow we have sought to improve our environment credentials through the Sedgeberrow
Sustainable and Manageable Energy Group (SeSaME). The group has initiated a number of ideas to improve energy efficiency and
lower costs for households in the area. Part of this was an oil buying club which we established in 2011. Running the club involved quite a lot of paperwork and so we restricted membership to the village. However, it was always clear that the oil club
produced real benefits for the villagers who were members; lower prices, less hassle with orders and the knowledge that fewer
tankers were using our local roads.
The decision to use the new system from oilbuyingclub.com came from a meeting of local Parish Councillors in the Wychavon
District. The team from Oilbuyingclub.com presented the new system and outlined the potential benefits that running a community
scheme delivered. The benefits were pretty obvious, a solution to the admin burden, ease of use for members and better relations
with suppliers, so we joined up.
Anyone interested should contact [email protected] 07710 1511923
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Memorial Hall Lettings: Anne Wood 854955
Art Class
Keep Fit
Quilting
Evergreens
WI
Parish Council
Friday weekly
Monday
Thursday
Wednesday weekly TT
2nd & 4th Wednesday
Ist Wednesday
Last Thursday
Ballroom Dancing Latin American Thursday
TT = Term Time
Charges per Hour:
Main Hall
Snooker
Villagers
£5.50
£4.50
or http://www.childswickham.org.uk
10.00 - 12 .00 am 01684 592374
10.00-11.15 Tess
9.15-10.15
10 .00 -12.00 pm
Georgina Oldham
2.00 – 4.00 pm
Peggy Maudsley
7.00 – 10.00 pm
Marilyn Watts
7.15 pm
Jacqueline Shields
01242
01386
01386
01684
820423
852316
854661
773236
7.00-8.00 Beginners
8.15-9.15 Intermediate Kleo 858905
Non Residents
£10.50
£4.50
The Children’s Society
Those who have Children’s society boxes will recall that Sue Macgregor was unable to collect them last
year. I will be helping her by doing so in April—- see next month’s magazine for further information.
All donations are used to help disadvantaged young people. One area they are focussing on is the West
Midlands ( not that far away) where almost 175 000 children live in poverty, making it one of the most
deprived areas in the uk!
If you don’t have a collection box and would like one to make a one –off donation, please let me know
Angela Kirk ( 833622 )
CHILDSWICKHAM CRICKET CLUB
Tuesday 31 March. Knock knock who’s there? Yetta ! Yetta Who Yetta another Quiz night!
The same and now well established format. 7pm start, quiz beginning at about 8.15. Five rounds of 15
questions in each round. Again, there are guest quiz masters for two rounds!
Prize for the winning team.
Teams of 6-8 please, which should be named.
Price remains unchanged at £12.50 per head to include a two course supper.
Please forward cheques (payable to Childswickham Cricket Club) or cash to me before the event.
The club has a full programme of matches this season, starting on Sunday 3 May when we play Offenham here at the Sam Perry Ground.
We look forward to seeing many of you at these quiz nights, which are always fun and represent great
value. Please come along and support both the cricket club and your local inn.
Mark
01386 853578 07733 343219
If attendance at the Feb eve is anything to go by its best to get in quick … Ed!
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GWR Recruitment Fair 21/22 March
2015
For all “ I am going to be a train driver when I get
older” kids from 5 to 95
The GWR is always on the lookout for volunteers to help out, not only at Broadway but
also in other
departments. To this end the railway will be holding a recruitment fair at Toddington on
Saturday and Sunday 21 and 22 March. The aim is to give potential volunteers a chance
to see how they could help to run an award-winning Heritage Railway. There is a whole
lot more than construction and tracklaying ... there are roles for everyone, men and
women, all ages, unskilled to highly skilled. Some of the activities our volunteers are involved in behind the scenes include engineering, upholstery, woodworking,
commercial, clerical, finance, building maintenance and gardening. And of course we
need booking
office staff, catering and shop staff, ticket inspectors, guards and drivers! We also have a
Young
Volunteer Group for 11 to 16 year olds.
The Fair will be split between the stations at Toddington and Winchcombe and attendees who have
registered their attendance will be entitled to a return trip by train from Toddington. To
allow time to
visit all of the Fair and travel between Toddington and Winchcombe it is recommended
that attendees should arrive at Toddington between 9.30am and 2pm. It would be helpful if people wishing to attend would pre-register their attendance by following the Recruitment Fair link on www.gwsr.com or
phoning 01242 621405, although registration can also be done on the day.
WANTED
Local family of mother, son and small dog require 2 or 3 bed house for a long term
rental. Ideally Broadway, Willersey, Childswickham areas. Excellent references
can be provided. Able to move immediately.
Contact: Sharon on 07854278558
Wanted ROOFTOP HOUSING EXCHANGE
Lovely 3 bedroom House in Broadway, large garden close to school & shops and amenities.
Brand new double glazing , back and front door, new fitted kitchen, bespoke fireplace and pine
doors throughout. Need to move to be closer to parents. Will accept 2 or 3 bedroom place in
Childswickham.
Contact Mandy 07722185498
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Outdoor nets are now running at the cricket gr
For all walkers
The Donnington Way A spring challenge
Now, the pleasure that is Donnington is opened to the rambler in the form of a 62-mile
circular walk appropriately called ‘The Donnington Way’. You can join the walk at any
point in its 15 pub-to-pub sections.
Some Donnington Inns offer bed and breakfast facilities, enabling you to walk distances
of your choice. Almost 90% of the walk is in Gloucestershire,although parts of the way
pass through Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Oxfordshire.
All rights of way listed have been walked to establish their existence on the ground,
following wherever possible public footpaths and bridleways.
To help you along the way maps have been drawn for each of the 15 sections, but for
greater detail consult OS Outdoor Leisure 45 ‘The Cotswolds’ map which covers the
entire route.
Of course the pubs are just there for landmarks to make sure you don’t get lost.
Amazon or most good book shops will have the Donnington way, a history of the
Donnington Brewery and the walk between the pubs
For example you can start at any one as it says above.
The New Inn Willersey………. The Mount Inn Stanton….. The Snowshill Arms …..
The Plough Inn at Ford …. Half way House at Kineton….. The Farmers Arms…. Guiting
Power….. The Black Horse Inn at Naunton…..The Golden Ball Inn at Lower Swell are
just a few to wet your whistles.
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HEINEKEN’s BEST OF THE BLUES : BIRMINGHAM TOWN HALL, MONDAY MARCH 16
Celebrate the best players in Birmingham City Football Club’s history, as voted for by readers of
Birmingham Mail and listeners of Free Radio.
Starting out in 1875 as Small Heath Alliance, the 140 year old club play at home ground St Andrew’s, and
are well known for their long-standing rivalry with Aston Villa. The team have had many notable achievements, beating the Villa to the League Cup in 1963, being crowned Second Division Champions of the 1994
-95 season and most recently defeating Arsenal in the 2011 Carling Cup final at Wembley.
Revel in the highlights of your heroes, as Gary Newbon and Free Radio’s Tom Ross relive the club’s
history, with guests including Blues legend and football’s first million pound player Trevor Francis, and
many more players from the past.
Jeff Lawrence, a Childswickham resident, is co promoting the show and will be pleased to give local “Blues” fans a discount on tickets for the show.
Jeff can be contacted at 07775565325 or [email protected]
Bob Latchford,
Steve Phillips and
Trevor Francis
THE SHIRE
Bilbo and Gandalf will be going on tour from Oxford through to the Malverns. Look out for details
coming soon
MAGIC MIRROR MAPS available in Cotswold Trading and Landmark
Magic Mirror Maps by Broadway author Steve Ponty is a fresh look at the Maps of the Wilderland in
The Hobbit, leading to the discovery that Professor Tolkien drew the imaginary maps from the Map
of Wales back to front, or in reverse.
'They are on their way to visit the land of their fathers, away east beyond Mirkwood, put in Gandalf...'
Gandalf's mention of the 'land of their fathers' is, by translation of its National Anthem, Professor
J.R.R. Tolkien's hidden clue to the geography of Wales, which we learn the Professor loved, including
its language.
The maps of the Shire in The Lord of The Rings are drawn likewise, of England.
The Author has spent over 9 years researching the journey Professor JRR Tolkien undertook in
Worcestershire and the surrounding Shire counties which gave him the inspiration for these well
known and much acclaimed works, translated into virtually every language worldwide. The Lord of
the Rings is the biggest selling book of the 20th Century.
The Films by Peter Jackson are legendary.
Chipping Camden and Norton, Moreton in Marsh, Upper Quinton, Bredon Hill, Evesham and the
Malvern Hills all have their part to play in both The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings.
The book is widely available in Broadway and online.
Steve is happy to sign copies through us; or find him at The Lygon Arms which he uses for a hobbit
hole most days. Contact [email protected]
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ASTON SOMERVILLE
March Services
March 1st 9.15 am Holy Communion ( CW)
March 15th 9.15 am Parish Worship
On Wednesday 25th March there will be a short service of Evening Prayer at 4.30 pm probably led by Rev James
Pickersgill
For the fifth Sunday there will be a Group Communion Service at 10.00 am on Sunday 29th March at Stanton Church
The annual Coffee Morning and Gift Day will be held in Aston Somerville Village Hall on Saturday 11th Aprill, 10.00 am12 noon and our Summer fund raising Event will be a buffet in the garden of David & Rosemary Bates’ home, 4 woodland Close on Sat, 20th June .
More details to follow
Rev. Wendy Foulger
Acting Team Vicar, Aston Somerville.
Before John Partington left St. Peters he invited me to be the Acting Team Vicar of Aston Somerville. I
have been retired 2 years or so from a parish in Carmarthenshire and had been taking services in Winchcome benefice for around a year, so I was pleased to be asked to take on St. Marys. The services are every
fortnight at 9.15 a.m. but I am putting out feelers to perhaps change that to 10.30 by Easter. I have already
met several of the parishioners and am considering specific ways to spread the Good News throughout
Aston Somerville. I am available for Home Communion and pastoral visits. 01242 679956 or Email on
[email protected]
BROADWAY
2015 New Look 'Signpost - Broadway'
Signpost has decided to redefine its service to be more accessible and to meet the changing needs of
Broadway and the surrounding villages. have We are open on Mondays and Thursdays between 10am
and 3pm. Do come in and see how we can help you. We can also be contacted by :
Phone – 01386 859029 Email – [email protected]
Our website – www.signpost.info
Broadway Garden Club
meet in the United Reformed Church Hall on the last Monday of the month and at our
meeting on the 30th March at 7.30pm Frank Hardy's talk will be "All Our Yesterdays"
and our monthly competition will be 3 miniature daffodils. We look forward to seeing
you there. For further details please contact Jo Love 001386 859131
Broadway Remembers
Readers may be interested in a book which reflects and remembers people from
the locale and events from the war years. It is available at Blanfords in Broadway.
BROADWAY REMEMBERS. by Debbie Williamson. Proceeds to the Poppy Appeal.
ISBN 978-0-9929891-0-1.
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The Lygon Arms Broadway
A spa & health club for real people
Come and join us
01386 854424
At the Health & Leisure Club at The Hotel Collection, we’re about to let you in on a little secret… the
recipe for loving your body, loving life, and finding ultimate healthiness. And what is it…? Well, it’s quite
simple!
For many, discovering the holy grail of life, i.e. loving your body, loving life, and finding ultimate healthiness, has proven something of a nemesis. However, by simply switching to a diet that’s full of healthy,
delicious and nutritious food, as well as enjoying a regular and well-structured fitness routine, you’re
well on your way to loving life – and everything it has to offer. It’s a proven fact that plenty of regular
exercise and a diet full of the nutrients your body needs offers a whole host of benefits, including an increase in energy levels, concentration, happiness, and even life expectancy.
So with this in mind let’s take a look at why plenty of regular exercise and lots of super healthy and super tasty food is your recipe for love:
1. The perfect diet should contain plenty of fruit, vegetables, lean proteins including dairy, and whole
carbohydrates. And it should limit salt, sugar, saturated fats, alcohol and caffeine. A textbook perfect
diet such as this, coupled with plenty of regular exercise, will reduce your risk of certain cancers, osteoporosis, type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
2. Excess weight can cause all sorts of physical, emotional, and health problems. Switching to a low fat
and healthy diet full of nutrition and goodness, as well as committing to a regular exercise schedule is a
surefire way to ensure you start to love your body again. And it will do incredible things for your overall health and wellbeing too.
Broadway Flood defences
John Smith as the Worcestershire Council member of the flood committee will be reporting soon .
In summary we are finalising securing the 18 acres of land where we want to build the
Flood Storage Area, the detailed design work and reservoir safety work has been carried out, and a planning application will be submitted very shortly. We have provisionally secured further national grant funding to allow construction to start in 2016. However, there is still a funding shortfall and the start of construction is subject to securing
the £312,000 locally. It is also subject to gaining some local agreements with other
landowners which is ongoing.
Wickhamford Gardening Club
The next meeting of the Gardening Club is scheduled for Wednesday 25th March at 7.30pm in the Memorial
Hall. This month our very popular Spring Show takes place, when all members are invited to raid their gardens for the beautiful spring flowers we hope are at their best, and also test their baking skills! Entries for
each class is 10 pence per item. Judging by our President, Tiny Hadley, and Chairman, Colin Hill, will commence at 8.00 pm. During this time members can enjoy a fun quiz, which in previous years has been the subject of much consultation and laughter. We hope all our members will join in and look forward to seeing you
all. For any members who have not got a show schedule, please contact Dorothy Turpitt, 01386 830834, or
any other committee member for information.
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WILLERSEY
From January 19th the B4362 to Stratford will be closed for 3½ months. This
will also cause major changes to some bus routes.
There are numerous websites covering Willersey…. But if you want up to date information with links to more, then use
http://www.willersey.org
At the time of writing Seven Trent are still
working on Leamington road to Broadway.
While Willersey is strictly Gloucestershire information can be found by looking
at Worcestershire County Council road closures and/or
Gloucestershirevoyager.com
These web sites will not always be up to date as work times are indeterminate!
HINTON ON THE GREEN
ST PETER’S CHURCH
Our services are held every second and fourth Sunday of the Month.
The second Sunday is an evening service at 18:00pm and the fourth Sunday is a
morning service at 11:15am.
The last Tuesday has afternoon tea from 3.00 pm . Chat and cakes
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CHANGEOVER DAY
COTSWOLD HOLIDAY HOME
HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Changeover Day offer exceptional cleaning services for holiday owners in the North Cotswolds and
surrounding areas. Specialising in luxury properties, , we work with the owners to help them achieve
and maintain the highest standards
Standard changeover clean including laundry
Full property management
Welcome gifts
Second home cleans
One off deep cleans
Other services arranged ie gardening, carpet cleaning
We provide a bespoke service and would be happy to visit your holiday home to offer a free
no obligation quotation
www.changeover-day.co.uk
[email protected]
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BROADWAY DOG GROOMERS
A professional dog grooming service where our number one priority is your pet.
Lucie is ‘City & Guilds’ qualified and operates from a well equipped, relaxed luxury parlour in Broadway
Please contact 07807 666859 or
http://www.broadwaydoggroomers.co.uk
Pick up and drop off available to fit in with your busy lifestyle
NEW! Pooch Wrap– Spa Quality Mud Wrap for dogs
Going away on holiday? I can have your pooch staying with me in the comfort of my own home .
WWW.COTSWOLDHOLIDAY.COM
Mobile Hair
and Beauty
Holiday Homes
Whatever direction you wish to follow from Broadway we offer a select range of distinctive Holiday Homes located in the and around the area. So for a short or long stay contact our office in Broadway or visit our website
Long Term Rentals
We also specialise for those who wish to stay for longer
and have a personal and professional service with landlords and tenants. Visit us at our web site for full details
Complete Salon-Style Service in
the comfort of your own home.
Fully qualified and experienced
hairdresser and beauty specialist.
Only professional products used
Wella L’Oreal Jessica etc.
Flexible appointments
and personal attention.
WWW.COTSWOLDPROPERTYLETTINGS.COM
Saddlers Barn, Kennel Lane, Broadway 01386 858147
Sue Williams 01386 832152
( Call anytime, but best time is 6 pm )
CAB Citizens Advice Bureau
at SignPost in Broadway 01386 859029
Sessions usually last Thurs in month 1.00 pm –3.00 pm
Hares Tree Work & Garden Services
Anthony Halling
A local independent company.
NPTC certified and fully insured.
Garden Machinery Specialist
Tree Surgery & Felling
Hedge Cutting
Garden Clearance
Tree & Hedge Planting
For More information, please call
Dave on : 07790 794 321
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Sales
New and used machines
Service , Repairs & Sharpening fully equipped workshop
Hire Mowers, Strimmers, Hedge trimmers, Cultivators
I also sell spare parts , All leading makes
Hayter, Honda, Atco, Stihl, Masport,Tanaka, Mountfield
Westwood, Countax, Briggs & Stratton and many more
All at very competitive prices
Over 35 years Experience
Tel No 01386 858713
Or call into
Pry Farm Workshop, Cheltenham Road, Broadway, WR12 7LX
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Merstow Green
MICHAEL HALLING
VEHICLES
STATION GARAGE
Broadway
Tele: 858117
Servicing.MOT
Repairs. Tyres.
Exhausts
And much more
Local Independent Family
Run Funeral Directors
Private
Chapels of Rest
Golden Charter
Prepaid Funeral Plans
(please contact us if
you would like to arrange a free no obligation home visit to
discuss a prepaid
funeral plan)
A Professional Service for
all makes of car
FULLY EQUIPPED
WORKSHOP
Free local Collection and
delivery service
At Merstow Green Funeral Home we are here to provide practical
guidance and emotional support when grief and intense feelings
of loss can make even the simplest of tasks overwhelming.
Tel. 01386 49903 (24 Hours)
www.merstowgreen.co.uk
HINTON PEST CONTROL LTD
A local Company with 15 yrs of
Pest Control Experience
Speedy Response to Domestic Calls
Commercial Quotes Available
Wasps, Flies, Bed Bugs, Fleas, Carpet Moths/Beetles, Biscuit
Beetles, Ants, Cockroaches, Rats, Mice, Rabbits, Squirrels,
Birds, Moles.
Fully Insured, BPCA/RSPH II Qualified Staff
Very Competitive Rates
Telephone: 01386 41762/ 07775 168666
Website : www.hintonpestcontrol.co.uk
Your local, legal specialists offering quality professional services and advice assistance in the following areas:Residential and Commercial Conveyancing
Bespoke Will Drafting Service (*to include free drafting for the over 55’s)
Probate/Administration of Estates
Lasting Powers of Attorney & Court of Protection Matters
For further information or to book an appointment please contact our officesThe Old British Schoolroom,
47b High Street,
Broadway WR12 7DP
Tel : 01386 858107
Fax: 01386 859454
*Terms and Conditions apply
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Email: [email protected]
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Your Local
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Private Chapel of Rest
The Leys, Evesham
WR11 3AP
Pre payment Plans Availa-
Alan Aston
Motor Engineers
First For Service
Eastwick Garage,
Eastwick Drive
Evesham Worcs.
WR11 2LG
Tele. No 01386 760700
All types of installations large & small
Prompt, friendly, personal service
TEL : 01386 852297
The Old Forge, The Cross, Childswickham,
LINDSAY BECKMAN & CO LTD
Chartered Accountants
Business & Tax Advisors
For all your accountancy needs
8, Bloxham Road,
Broadway
Worcs, WR12 7EU
01386 853653
HELEN KEEP
Mobile Podiatrist-Chiropodist
HPC Reg, Bsc(Hons), M.Ch.S
“Professional footcare in the
comfort of your own home”
14 years experience in the NHS
and Private Practice.
01386 854708 /
07946 235683
Broadway Road,
The
Perfect Venue
from only
£10.50
per hour
If you’re looking for a spacious
venue for your event or activity,
our hall in the beautiful village of
Childswickham could be just the
place for you
Kitchen facilities-snooker Room
available-Separate meeting roomDANCE CLASSES– MEETINGS-ART
GROUPS– DEMOS– TALKS- PLAY
GROUPS-CHRISTENINGS-FUNCTIONSRECEPTIONS etc
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15 Antique Dealers Under one
roof
Open 7 Days A Week
Antiques Displayed Over Two
Floors And Seven Rooms
Antiques Bought As Well As
Sold
Old & Interesting Items
Wanted
Parking-disabled facilities
FOR FURTHER INGFORMATION
Please phone Anne on 01386
854955 or Rob on 01386 853752
Tel: 01242 300556
Abbey Terrace, Winchcombe, GL54 5LL
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For free no obligation quotations call:Tel: - 01386 423600
March Events
Sunday 8th March, 7pm. Tickets £10 - Book Now!
Join us for a preview evening for Cheltenham Festival, led by experts and raising money for local causes and the
Injured Jockey's Fund. Explore the racing week ahead with Phil Smith, head of handicapping at the British
Horseracing Authority, Dan Skelton, successful young trainer, Sam Twiston-Davis, stable jockey for Champion
Train Paul Nicholls, Andy Smith, bookmaker and Richard Phillips, popular local trainer and raconteur.
Cheltenham Festival
Tues 10th - Fri 13th March from 8.30am
Enjoy the racing on the big screen in the Barn throughout the day and re-runs in the evening. Don't forget to place your
bets via our free wifi. We'll be open for breakfast from 8.30am to fuel your day at the races
Mother’s Day Sunday 15th March from 12pm
Treat the one you love. Mothering Sunday at the Fleece Inn features a delicious 3 course menu and a
little something special for all the Mums. See the full menu:
http://www.thefleeceinn.co.uk/mothers-day/
Seating times; 12pm, 2.30pm or 5pm. Booking Advised - call 01386 831173.
Fleecey Folk: Jim Moray
Sunday 15th March 2015, 8pm. Tickets £12 - Book Now
Jim Moray is one of the most consistently inventive musicians working in English traditional music today. He brings
material from his forthcoming album of traditional ballads out on the road for an evening of storytelling music .
www.jimmoray.co.uk
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01386 852461
www.childswickhaminn.co.uk
Book early for
CHELTENHAM
GOLD CUP WEEK
Mothering Sunday on 15th
March
10th 11th 12th 13th March
We have 3 sittings and will fill fast.
Celebrate with us live on
three large screens
Enjoy Breakfast at the races !
WR12 7HP
12 for 12.30 , 2.30 for 3.00 , 6.00 to 8.00
pm
The Lygon Arms
Broadway
A Spa & Health Club
For Real people
At affordable prices
from £50
Per month
Call today
01386 854424
www.thehotelcollection.co.uk
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