Cotswolds Events Calendar
What's On 2009

January

2009

Nortonians Amateur Dramatic Society, Presents Panto 2009.

Old King Cole.

By Fred Clifford

At the Town Hall, Chipping Norton.

Friday 23 January 7.30pm

Saturday 24 January 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Friday 30 January 7.30pm

Saturday 31 January 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Tickets £7 and £5 concessions, available from West St News Agent 01608 642 565, 07961 840 641.

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February

2009

7 February 2009 7.30pm - Concert with Churchdown Male Voice Choir

A concert in Gloucester Cathedral with Churchdown Male Voice Choir in support of the new County Jenner Appeal from LINC at Cheltenham General Hospital. The appeal is to raise £350,000 to provide improved cancer treatment at Gloucester Hospital. The soloists are: soprano Sue Black, organist John Wright and the Dancey Wind Quintet.
Tickets are £10 and available from 08454224422 or from Alan Cook on 01452 812830.

14th February 2009 - Valentine’s Dinner and Dance at Sudeley Castle

Description: Come and celebrate Valentine’s Day in Gloucestershire’s most romantic venue, Sudeley Castle. What could be more romantic than dinner in a castle? You will be welcomed with Kir Royale and canapés in the Long Room, followed by a delicious three course dinner and coffee in the baronial banqueting hall. After dinner you can dance with your loved one until 12.30am and you will receive a lovers gift of red roses to make your evening complete.

Time: 19:15 – 00:30

Price: £75 per person (10% discount for tables of 6 or more)

Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk

Contact: Jenny Hartree - 01242 602308

14 February 2009 to 31 March 2009 - ' The Young Victoria' Special Exhibition, Blenheim Palace.
Featuring costumes, props and film stills focusing on scenes filmed at the Palace. www.blenheimpalace.com/whatson/

Friday 20th February 2009 - The Incredible Story of The Stone pipe Company
1805 - 1815 - Public Talk with Slides by Dr Hugh Torrens of Keele University at Guiting Power Village Hall, 7.30pm. Admittance by Ticket £3 - Contact Mike Edwards Tel 01451 850232 or E Mail michael.edwards23@virgin.net   Tickets are limited so book early.

22nd Febuary 2009 - Dog days at Wesonbirt

Hosted by the Arboretum and supported by the Kennel Club, "Dog Days" is a celebration of dogs, health, nature and country living. The weekend will feature the first regional heat of SCRUFFTS, the national favourite crossbreed competition on Sunday 22nd February. www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt

25-28 February 2009 inclusive - Banbury Cross Players present:-
A Kiss on the Bottom by Frank Vickery
A brilliant all-female comedy combining witty humour and hilarious situations with moments of poignancy and warmth.

The Mill Arts Centre,
Spiceball Park
Banbury
Oxon OX16 5QE
Tickets available from The Mill Box Office 01295 279002
Dates:
Times: 7.45 pm daily
Prices: £8.50/£6.50

March

2009

Monmouth Women’s Festival 2009
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Thursday 5th March – Thursday 12th March

Celebrating its sixth fabulous year, Monmouth Women’s Festival brings women of national and international standing to Monmouth to celebrate International Women’s Day. The programme includes fashion, politics, laughter, music, intrigue, poetry... something for everyone. Tickets from www.monmouthwomensfestival.org.uk or in person, from the Nelson Museum, Priory Street, Monmouth.

7 March 2009 - Gloucestershire Symphony Orchestra prepare to unleash a night of romance and passion !

The popular Gloucestershire Symphony Orchestra makes a welcome return to Cheltenham Town Hall with an evening of top operatic highlights on March 7th.

Ruth Kerr, soprano and Paul Badley, Tenor, join the orchestra in a celebration of the most famous and best loved arias from the world's favourite operas including:
O Mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi; Song to the Moon from Russalka;  Flower Song from Carmen;  Un bel di from Madame Butterfly; Nessun Dorma from Turandot;  La Donna e mobile from Rigoletto; Balcony Scene from West Side Story;  Ton Coeur n'as pas compris From the Pearl Fishers; Closing scene from Act 1 of La Boheme and more.
Musical Director Mark Finch said......
            “We’re going for Romance and Passion all the way in this concert, It’s going to be a real treat for any music fan. We are thrilled to be joined by two very talented professional singers, Ruth and Paul, who are receiving great reviews for their performances both in the UK and abroad.
            We are especially pleased that once again we can offer free entry for anyone under 18 to this concert, a great incentive for the whole family to come along and experience the thrill of live opera – bring your hankies! “

Event details:

• VENUE:         Cheltenham Town Hall
• DATE             Saturday March 7th 7.30pm
• TICKETS       £15 ( £12) All under 18’s free (BOX OFFICE 0844 5762210)

Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th March 2009 - National Hunt Festival (Gold Cup Week)

The World Famous National Hunt Racing Festival at Cheltenham racecourse. 01242 513014 Cheltenham Racing.

11th to 17th March 2009 - Equestrienne Art Exhibition

An Equestrienne exhibition showing five leading women equestrian artists in aid of the British Horse Society Strangles appeal. The event is on in the Garden Gallery, Montpellier  Gardens from . Admission free  Open 10am - 8pm

15 March 2009 - Bristol School of Self-Defence

1-day Self Defence Course for Beginners on Sunday 15th March in Yate.  Full details of the event can be found here:
http://www.bristolselfdefence.com/yate.html

Saturday 21st March 2009 and Sunday 22nd March 2009 KEMPLEY DAFFODIL WEEKEND
The theme will be:  50 Years Anniversary of the Daffodil Line

Kempley Village Hall 01531 822468. For further information about Gloucestershire Daffodil Way.

Fri 27th March 2009 19:30 - Noel Coward’s classic comedy ‘Blithe Spirit’ - Evesham Arts Centre

> Description: Author Charles finds himself in a web of séances and spirits after a surprise visit from his deceased ex-wife, Elvira. Then suddenly it’s one man, two ghosts and a dotty psychic...

> West Midlands based New Century Theatre is back with Noel Coward’s
> classic comedy ‘Blithe Spirit’, a unique blend of sparkling wit and
> oddball characters - Noel Coward at his effervescent best.
> 
> Tickets: £9 (£8) from Evesham Almonry (Abbey Rd, WR11 4BG,
> 01386-442348) or www.EveshamBoxOffice.co.uk
> 
> At Evesham Arts Centre, Victoria Avenue, Evesham, Worcs,WR11 4QH
> Further info http://www.eveshamartscentre.co.uk/

Tuesday 31st March to Saturday 4th April - Burford School presents - We Will Rock You -The Musical  
Featuring music by Queen and written by Ben Elton.
Over 100 students will be performing in this spectacular musical.

Performances at 7.30pm each evening and at 2.30pm on Saturday afternoon
in the School Hall, Burford School, Cheltenham Road, Burford, Oxon, OX18 4PL

Tickets £9 and £7 concessions.

Contact Burford School on 01993 823303 or Mr Frankcom on saf5222@burford.oxon.sch.uk

April

2009

Tuesday 31st March to Saturday 4th April - Burford School presents - We Will Rock You -The Musical  

Featuring music by Queen and written by Ben Elton.
Over 100 students will be performing in this spectacular musical.

Performances at 7.30pm each evening and at 2.30pm on Saturday afternoon
in the School Hall, Burford School, Cheltenham Road, Burford, Oxon, OX18 4PL

Tickets £9 and £7 concessions.

Contact Burford School on 01993 823303 or Mr Frankcom on saf5222@burford.oxon.sch.uk

10th 11th 12th 13th April - Easter Weekend, Paints, Pots and Crafts return to
The National Herb Centre

Meet the artists, purchase unique handcrafted gifts and enjoy selected demonstrations of their work.
Pottery, Woodwork, Chinese Brush Painting,
Felt Work, Photography, Pastel portraits, Leatherwork, Walking sticks, Glass/lead Painting,
Jewellery and Paper craft.

National Display of Herbs available to purchase in garden setting Restaurant /Tea room. With lovely food, child friendly

Free Entrance10am– 4pm Daily

Find us:-B4100 North of Banbury - Near Warmington - Look for the signs

Friday 10th April - Spring Flower Exhibition - Woodchester Mansion

Woodchester Mansion is celebrating spring in style over the Easter weekend with a range of activities for all the family. On Good Friday a dedicated florist is transforming the ground floor rooms with sculptures and will be demonstrating the art of floristry with an assortment of spring flowers. Each room will take Visitors will also get a chance to make their own Easter decorations to take away. Over the rest of the weekend visitors can view her work as well as joining in with Easter egg hunts and card making.

The demonstrations will run at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 on Friday 10th April and will be charged at £2 a head. The Mansion opens at 11.00am, the last admissions are at 4.00pm and guided tours of will be available throughout the weekend.

Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield, Stonehouse, Glos GL10 3TS
Patron HRH The Prince of Wales.

For further information please contact WMT Director Kate Lewington or Events Organiser Roza Woodley on 01453 861541 or by email to office@woodchestermansion.org.uk

10 April to 13 April 2009 - Great Blenheim Palace Easter Egg Challenge

Join in the family fun with the fifth annual Easter Egg Challenge at Blenheim Palace, including face painting and story telling. Follow the trail of clues around the beautiful Pleasure Gardens; will they be in the Marlborough Maze, Butterfly House or the Blenheim Bygones Exhibition? Complete the hunt and you will receive a delicious chocolate Easter Egg. Contact: (08700) 6020800, www.blenheimpalace.com.

Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April 2009 - Highnam Court Spring Fair

Highnam Court Spring Fair is held every year in April and is a really great day out for everyone of all ages from all parts of Gloucestershire and beyond. It also raises funds for two very important local charities: Gloucester Cathedral and The Pied Piper Appeal.
Highlights for 2008 include:
* Live Music & Other Events
* Very Extensive Garden
* Vintage & Classic Cars
* Exciting Activities for Young People
* Over 50 Trade Stands
* Wide Variety of Plants for Sale
* Refreshments, Lunches & Teas
Highnam Court is on the A40 two miles west of central Gloucester.
Telephone: 08454 226119
Highnam Court Website

28th April to 4th May Stratford upon Avon Literary Festival

In various venues around the town. Featured authors include Melvyn Bragg, Roy Hattersley, Julian Clary, Gloria Hunniford, Libby Purves plus workshops and events for children.
Email: info@stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk
www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk

28th April 2009 to 4th May 2009 - Cheltenham International Jazz Festival

Town Hall and other venues
The Cheltenham International Jazz Festival ranks among the top British festivals of its kind. Since 1996 the Festival has brought some of the biggest names in jazz to the town, as well as providing a platform for the stars of the future.
Box Office (01242) 227979, www.cheltenhamfestivals.co.uk.

29th April to 2nd May 2009 inclusive - Banbury Cross Players present:-

RolePlay by Alan Ayckbourn
Brilliantly orchestrated mayhem with Ayckbourn's signature dose of penetrating humour tempered with subtle insight into family relationships and class distinctions.  The play contains some strong language.

The Mill Arts Centre,Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxon OX16 5QE
Tickets available from The Mill Box Office 01295 279002
Times: 7.45 pm dailyPrices: £8.50.

May

2009

7 May to 10 May 2009 - The Badminton Horse Trials

Top International Equestrian event featuring Dressage, Jumping and Cross-Country competitions Badminton, Near Tetbury. Tickets: (01454) 218375. www.badminton-horse.co.uk

1 May 2009 - 4th May 2009 - Upton Folk Festival 2009
We're expecting huge numbers of superb Morris and other dance sides over the May Bank Holiday weekend The famous Grand Procession promises to be just as spectacular too.
Upton Folk Festival 2009, Tudor House, 9 Kinnersley,
Severn Stoke, Worcester. WR8 9JR
Website: www.uptonfolk.org

2 May 2009 - 3 May 2008 - Tewkesbury Festival of Food and Drink

‘Food Glorious Food’ is the theme for the new festival programme of this exciting new festival taking place in Tewkesbury Abbey.
Festival Enquiries & Free Programme: Tel - 01684 295027
www.tewkesbury.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=1645

3rd May 2009 – The Rotary Club of Shipston on Stour - Rotary Cotswold Walk - Commencing at the idyllic village of Ilmington, Warwickshire

Description: Enjoy our annual Cotswold Walk - 7 miles with spectacular views over four counties,  through gently undulating countryside via the wonderful footpaths and bridleways of the North Cotswolds. In addition to taking in some beautiful countryside, the walk goes alongside Hidcote Manor a well known National Trust property.

This is an annual event and provides great fun for all members of the family and is suitable for either the casual and serious walker, or it could even be your first time.  Bring a picnic or join us in refreshments in Ebrington village hall at the halfway point If you are on holiday, Stratford on Avon, Shipston on Stour, Chipping Campden and Broadway are no more than 20 minutes drive in addition we are in easy reach of many holiday destinations in Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, West Midlands and Gloucestershire.

If you wish to raise funds for your good cause we have sponsorship forms available
Time: First walkers commence 10am, Price: £5 per person……..£2 schoolchildren (all proceeds will go to charity), Website: www.cotswoldwalk.org.uk
Contact: John Round tel 01608 684 304; email: jround@freeuk.com

7 May 2009 - 10 May 2008 - Malvern Spring Gardening Show at Three Counties Show Ground
The finest and friendliest gardening event of the year!
In its beautiful setting at the foot of the scenic Malvern Hills, this truly inspirational show enjoys a national reputation as the finest and friendliest gardening event of the year.

A joint venture of the Three Counties Agricultural Society and the Royal Horticultural Society
Website: www.threecounties.co.uk/springgardening/index.html

One of the lovely signs of Spring to look forward to is seeing hundreds of beautiful classic cars polished and brought out for their first airing of the year.  The Cleeve Vale Rotary Club’s huge Classic Car Event is at Prescott Hill near Gotherington; just North of Cheltenham.

Owners can now take this rare opportunity to drive their pride and joy classic car up the world famous Prescott Hillclimb; and help Rotary Charities too! All entrance fees go a range of Charities supported by Cleeve Vale Rotary club. Spectators will be very welcome throughout day to see the hundreds of beautiful cars and enjoy a fun day out. Prospective entrants with interesting cars should best pre book at the address below

For further details and entry forms go to: www.cleevevale.org.uk or phone 01242 01386 853831 or 01242 603540

Rotary Club of Cheltenham Cleeve Vale

10 May 2009 - SIS Cotswold Super Sprint Tri

400m-20km-5km or 200m-20km-2.5km Keynes Park, Cotswold Water Park Ideal for those novice triathletes wanting to move up to openwater swims or for the more experienced triathlete for an early season speed test.
Download entry from website: http://www.triferris.com
email: triferris@btinternet.com, Tel: 01793 853933

Thursday 14 May 2009 - Gypsy Horse Fair, Stow-on-the-Wold

The first of the bi-annual gypsy horse fairs at Stow-on-the-Wold.
Two fairs, on the nearest Thursdays to 12th May and 24th October. The fairs were chartered in 1476 by King Edward IV, are held in fields between Stow and Maugersbury. Gypsies arrive from the Monday onwards, and there are stalls of crafts with the sales on the Thursday after which everyone packs up and moves on. The May fair is the larger of the two. Contact Stow TIC +44(0)1451 831082.

About - Gypsy Horse Fair

12 May 2009 - 23 May 2009 - Chipping Campden 8th Annual Music Festival at St James Church
Chipping Campden is rightly described as 'a Jewel of the Cotswolds’. St. James’ church is the most glorious building in this ‘Jewel’ and the setting for our seventh annual Music Festival.
Chipping Campden Festival to include lunchtime and evening concerts
Contact: (01386) 849018
www.campdenmusicfestival.co.uk/

Thursday 14 May 2009 - BBC Antiques Roadshow - Stanway House

The ever-popular BBC TV show Antiques Roadshow will be filming an episode at Stanway House, in Stanway near Winchcombe as part of its 32nd series.
Some of Britain's leading antiques and fine arts specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors, who are invited to raid their attics and bring along their family heirlooms, household treasures and car boot bargains for inspection by the experts.
Series Editor Simon Shaw says: "The team are all looking forward to visiting Stanway House. It's always exciting to see what will come to light on the day. We regularly see between 1500 and 2000 visitors on the day. Despite the high turnout everyone will get to see an expert."
The programme will be hosted by former newsreader Fiona Bruce, now in her second series as the show's host.
Filming will take place on Thursday may 14, with doors at the home open between 9.30am and 4pm.
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Cheltenham Circular Challenge: Sunday June the 14th 2009.

The walk takes place in lovely summertime and is a series of four fun and healthy fundraising walks or runs high over the escarpment above Cheltenham and around the valleys and villages back to the start point at the Racecourse.  Walkers can choose one of four very different walks; or for those who wish to take on the full challenge, the combination of all four make a beautiful and challenging circular walk or run of full the 26 mile marathon length.  The complete circular walk is an accredited marathon. Choose your own charity or pass the sponsorships to the Rotary Club for your community.

Last year we had almost 1000 walkers on the day and between them they raised some £40,000 to be distributed around 50 or so different charities and good causes chosen by the walkers themselves. 

Contact information is 01242 269479; www.cheltenhamcircularchallenge.org.uk or email at register@cheltenhamcircularchallenge.org.uk

16 May 2009 Burford, Oxfordshire 34th Annual Levellers Day
10am - 5pm
With speeches, debate, bands, stalls, music, a procession through Burford, the ceremony in the churchyard and much more!
Open-air event at Warwick Hall Garden, Burford.
www.levellers.org.uk
About - Levellers Day

23/24/25 May 2009 - Tortworth Vintage Rally, Tortworth Estate, Wickwar,  Gloucestershire

Gates open 10:00am Daily

Fair Organs, (including, all the way from Holland - Victory - the worlds largest touring concert organ), Steam Engines - Full size & Minature, Vintage Vehicles, Fairground, Auction (Sat only). Celestine Dog Agility Display Team,Trade Stalls & Refreshments, & more.

www.shakespearesrally.com

Monday 25 May 2009 - South Cerney Street Fair, Flower Festival & Grand Duck Race (Bank Holiday Monday)

10am - 5pm, Duck Race at 3:30pm, South Cerney village centre, Over 60 stalls and attractions - Free admission

Thursday 28 May 2009 - The Shakespeare Hospice Food/Craft Fayres 

The Fayres are being held in the Town Hall, High Street, CHIPPING CAMPDEN, on Thursday 28 May 2009 and also Bank Holiday Holiday Monday 31 August 2009 and Thursday 26 November 2009.

Pam Hudson,  Volunteer, The Shakespeare Hospice, 01789 416950
www.theshakespearehospice.org.uk

The Shakespeare Hospice - for everyone touched by a life limiting illness: the highest standards of care, provided locally.

TBC 2009 - Antiques & Collectables Fair at Gloucester Historic Docks

Open Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sunday 11am – 5pm
Entry Fee £2.50 for adults, Children under 14 Free, Group Discounts Available

The fair has been organised by Gloucester Antiques Centre and Gloucester City Council and will be filmed for television by the BBC.

For more information contact +44 (0) 1452 529 716
email info@gacl.co.uk. Web - www.gacl.co.uk

Saturday 30th May 2009 - The Family Haven

2pm to 4pm - Table Top and Toy Sale with Teas - Quedgeley Village Hall

Sell off all your unwanted items at The Family Haven table top sale, £5.00 a table.  To book your table please contact Catherine on 01452 528692.  The Family Haven will also be holding a toy sale and selling teas and cakes to raise funds for the centre.  Please do come along and hopefully grab some bargains as well as supporting us in our work to help vulnerale families in Gloucestershire to a brighter future.

HELPING VULNERABLE FAMILIES TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE

Catherine Crawshaw
Fundraising Manager
Tel: 01452 528692 
Days of Work: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
www.thefamilyhaven.com

June

2009

01608 658669 - Email : enquiries@bledingtonmusicfestival.co.uk
http://www.bledingtonmusicfestival.co.uk/festival.html

3 June 2009 - 7 June 2009 - Cheltenham Festival of Science
Town Hall and Everyman Theatre.
Box Office (01242) 227979, www.cheltenhamfestivals.co.uk.

4TH, 5TH & 6TH JUNE 2009 - Mobility Roadshow
KEMBLE AIRFIELD, CIRENCESTER, GLOS
Open 10am daily, free admission and parking

Discover a whole new world...

• Discover inspiration - see all the latest mobility ideas
• Experience the difference - test drive hundreds of specialist vehicles, wheelchairs, powerchairs and scooters
• Broaden your horizons - new travel, leisure, sport and fitness zones - plus the chance to fly!
• Join in - demonstrations and hands-on activities for all the family

For more information see - www.mobilityroadshow.co.uk/

Please see http://www.fairfordfestival.co.uk for more information.

Saturday 6th June 2009 - Southrop Village Fête

Southrop Village Fête takes place on Saturday 6th June and this years’ event has a “country” theme. There’ll be a host of related activities including falconry and dressage displays, pony and trap rides, beagles, vintage tractors, woodlice racing and the regular array of stalls and attractions (splat the rat, coconut shy, tombola, hook the duck, children’s playground, teas and cakes, strawberries and ice creams, a hog roast, Pimms tent and the locally renowned duck race).

Southrop’s is a quintessential village fête and one of the most impressive in the area (it raised more than £10,000 pounds last year). It’s staged within the grounds of the Manor, in the heart of the village and is usually a great day out for the whole family. There’s also the chance to win some fabulous prizes in the Grand Prize Draw, which in previous years, have included an autographed football by David Beckham and one of 10 places on an RAF refueling flight over the North Sea.

All proceeds from the event go towards Southrop Village Hall and School, and St. Peter’s Church, so you’ll also be supporting three very worthy local causes.  The event takes place on 7th June at the Manor in Southrop.  Gates open at 1pm.  Admission is £1 for adults and 50p for children.

For further information please contact Trevor Mehtar (mobile: 07980 786 850 or email; Trevor@emo.uk.com).

Sunday 7th June 2009 - Guiting Power Open Village Gardens

1pm to 5pm - 14+ beautiful cottage and country house gardens a rare opportunity to view these gardens in Guiting Power.

7 June 2009 - The Bowood Dog Show and Summer Fair

10am-5pm.  This event raises money for Macmillan Cancer and local Calne Charities. 

The 2008 show had over 10,000 visitors and raised just under £44,000 for charity. The 2009 show, held in the glorious grounds of beautiful Bowood House near Calne, offers more family fun than ever before. We have some fantastic new attractions including the Canine Corner where for the first time ever we will have an area of the showground dedicated entirely to dogs!
Further information - www.bowood-house.co.uk/dog_show.html

Sunday 7th June 2009 - Guiting Power "Outdoor Songs of Praise" 

6pm in the Barrow Field, Guiting Power a joint village service, St Michael's Church with Guiting Baptist Chapel and the Cheltenham Silver Band. Everyone welcome including visitors to the area.  A lovely service in a true village setting.

7 June 2009 - Cotswold WOMEN ONLY Tri

750m-20km-5km or 400m-20km-2.5km or 200m-20km-2.5km Keynes Park, Cotswold Water Park Ideal for both first time and experienced triathletes.
Download entry from website: http://www.triferris.com
email: triferris@btinternet.com, Tel: 01793 853933

13th June 2009 - 14th June 2009 - Ashton Under Hill Open Gardens 2009

We had over 1400 visitors in 2008, from as far afield as Japan, Canada and Holland, as well as many places much nearer to us.  This is a major fundraising occasion for St Barbara’s Church and village groups, as well as being an enjoyable occasion for the village and our many visitors.

Our theme this year is ‘Gardens for Gardeners’, which means our gardeners are keen to welcome our visitors to their gardens to share how they manage their challenges of location, soil, climate and garden pests; their choice of plants and their successes and failures.  We are aiming to have around 25 gardens available for viewing, which range from traditional country cottage and vegetable gardens, to rose and shrub displays, formal designs and larger landscaped plots.  There is definitely something for everyone.

There will a range of delicious refreshments available throughout the village including lunches from 12pm, cream teas, afternoon teas from the WI or the full menu in the friendly village pub. As in previous years there will be the opportunity to buy a wide selection of quality plants.  Themed displays on composting and recycling will inspire too.  We also have a quiz trail to keep the children entertained and enable the parents to have that little bit longer in each garden.

Gardens will be open from 1.00 to 6.00pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Admission to the event remains at just £4.00 per person, with children free, and Saturday tickets are also valid on Sunday. Free use of the special bus service throughout the village is included, allowing you time to see all of the gardens at your leisure. There’s also ample free parking for cars and coaches.

To find out more, including photos of previous events, please visit our website at: www.ashtonopengardens.co.uk.

Ashton Under Hill

Open Gardens 2009

THE GREAT TEW ESTATE HORSE TRIALS

13th & 14th June 2009

Two days of exciting equestrian competition for the family to enjoy

• Wide variety of tradestands
  
• Childrens entertainment    ·  Bouncy Castle

·  Owl Display
·  Quad Bike Rides

• Hook Norton Brewery Bar and Dray
  
• A varied selection of refreshments and food for everyone  

Signposted from the A361 and A44
Admission: £4 per person

Further enquiries to The Estate Office on: 01608-683636
or 07776-266622

10th June 2009 - 22nd July 2009 - The Longborough Festival Opera
Summer series

 Longborough near Moreton-in- Marsh Contact: (01451) 830292
www.longboroughopera.com/

Nortonians ADS Present:

Dick Barton, Special Agent

By Phil Willmott.

Directed By Fred Clifford.

At The Theatre, Chipping Norton. Friday the 12th and Saturday the 13th June at 8.00pm

Tickets from The Theatre's box office on 01608 642350 or from
www.chippingnortontheatre.com

Nortonians return to The Theatre with a unique marriage between homage and spoof that will have the audiences on the edge of their seats and rolling in the aisles. Based on the popular 1940’s BBC serial, Dick Barton – Special Agent revives this much loved character in an entirely new adventure.  presented by special arrangement with the BBC

12 June to 8 August - Iford Arts Annual Opera and Jazz Festival

An annual Opera and Jazz Festival in the Italianate Peto gardens of Iford Manor, near Bath. Last year you kindly agreed to distribute our leaflets, and I’m writing to enquire whether you would be willing to do so again this year?  We have two small A 6 leaflets - one for opera and one for jazz proms -  how many would you like me to send to you of each?

Claire McNulty, Iford Arts, Iford, BA15 2BA, 01225 868124, www.ifordarts.co.uk

19th June 2009 - 21st June 2009 - Malvern Three Counties Show
The Three Counties Showground , Malvern, Worcestershire. Long regarded as the region’s rural showcase, and still its biggest annual event, the Three Counties Show is a celebration of British food and farming at its very best.

Boasting the real cream of Britain’s pedigree livestock, including rare breeds, it also features a crop of farming displays, together with tasty regional produce, rural crafts, country pursuits, quality shopping and action-packed entertainment.

Website : www.threecounties.co.uk/threecounties/index.html

19th- 21st June 2009

20 to 21 June 2009 - Open Gardens at Chipping Campden

Chipping Campden Open Gardens 20-21 June 2009, 2-6pm both days.  Raising money for Action Medical Research.  John Rippin, Deputy Head Gardener at Hidcote Manor Garden will be touring the gardens - over 25 of which will be open.  There will be teas and homemade cakes, plants for sale and Morris Dancing.  Tickets for one day are £5 and £7 for the weekend.

19 June 2009 to 21 June 2009 - Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival at Montpellier Gardens

With a line up of the most tantalising food and beverage producers in the county. Over 150 exhibitors display their wares.

Master Chef 2009 winner Mat Follas, the Kiwi chef, a self-avowed forager of food head-lines the Festival along with Martin Blunos, holder of two Michelin stars, join some of the counties leading local chefs showcasing local and regional produce in the Intoto Kitchen, Free Wine Theatre talks showcasing the finest wine from Chile, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Portugal and England with leading wine makers, share there knowledge to an enthusiastic crowd.

Real Ale is highlighted by a selection of the best brewers producing the finest ales and cider. Premier and Grand Cru champagnes can be enjoyed in the Champagne Garden Bar, enjoy the finest perfectly chilled glass of champagne or why not sample the full decadent experience and share a bottle of Champagne on ice, with friends relaxing and raising a flute to the sunny days of summer.

For a Free Festival Programme email: info@garden-events.com
Website: www.garden-events.com

19th JUNE - CHRIS WHILE & JULIE MATTHEWS IN CONCERT
PLUS SUPPORT 5-PIECE BAND 'CHALICE'

Doors open 7.00pm, LECHLADE MEMORIAL HALL
Oak Street, Lechlade, GL7 3AY

Tickets £10, Drinks Bar, Good Parking
Contact: Ray or Jay on 01367 253510
www.riverfolk.co.uk

Voted BBC Radio 2 Best Folk Duo of the Year 2009
Chris While & Julie Matthews - are breathtaking singers, songwriters, musicians and performers whose energy and commitment to their craft and their audience is boundless. They have been hailed the best and most hard working acoustic duo on the folk roots scene.
Though internationally acclaimed, they continue to be a leading force on the UK's acoustic/roots arts circuit. Their songs cover life as they see it, from the industrial waste lands of the north, to injustice and freedom, matters of the heart and everything in between.

20th to 21st June 2009 - Kemble Air Day

Fly Navy 100 will form the overall theme of the weekend. We are also delighted to announce that we have frozen the ticket prices from 2008 and introduced a weekend ticket which offers fantastic value for money. Tickets will be available from 1 March, however you can pre-order now to ensure that you are the first to receive the tickets when they are officially on sale on 1 March. Simply visit the ticket page for the application form or book on line before 1 March and save the Administration fee!.
Website: www.kembleairday.com

22nd June 2009 to 15th July 2009 - Warwick International Festival

The Festival that brings something for all ages and tastes.

Live Music. Live theatre. Live Entertainment. www.warwickinternationalfestival.com

The show very quickly became one of the United Kingdoms  premier steam rallies with around one thousand exhibits each year & an attendance average of fourteen thousand people.

BERKELEY CASTLE SHOWGROUND on the outskirts of the market town of Berkeley,Gloucestershire. www.lister-tyndale-steam-rally.co.uk/

27 June 2009, Summer Music Festival

Takes place amidst the splendour of the Cotwolds in the villages of Dean and Chadlington which lie 18 miles northwest of Oxford, near Chipping Norton.
A host of international artists present a range of classical music and children's events coupled with afternoon teas and open gardens making a visit to the festival a true taste of the Cotswolds.
For further information visit - www.chadlingtonfestival.co.uk/

21 June 2009 - Elkstone Village Open Gardens Day

From 2:00pm on Sunday 21st June: Amble through a selection of beautiful private gardens in this unique Cotswold village setting, soak up the atmosphere in the Norman Church and visit the bell tower, browse for treasures among the various stalls, stop for a cream tea and be enchanted by the musical entertainment - and enjoy a tractor ride through farmland with sensational views.

Adults £3.50, Children free, Parking included
Visit www.elkstonevillage.co.uk for more details

25th June 2009 to 5th July 2009 - DEDDINGTON FESTIVAL 2009

Proposed programme - subject to confirmation

Art, Craft and Library Exhibitions
History Society Walks, Daeda's Wood Walk
Open Gardens
Art Workshop
Poetry Please
School Choir Concert
Farmers' Market
Opera Gala
Gospel Choir
Stekpanna
Celebration of Engand -  a community concert
Event Day
Writing Competition

Deddington Festivals Limited - Company no. 5389817 Registered Charity - no. 1111495.
For more detailed information please visit our website at www.deddingtonfestival.org.uk
Become a Friend of Deddington Festival –
phone Sue Goddard on 01869-338122.

Art Exhibition by Richard Woods
Dates: 25th June – 30th June
Opening times: 10am – 5pm daily
Located: The Gardens Gallery, Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham

“My Britain” is an art exhibition that focuses on Britain today socially and economically. My works take everyday issues into a more sinister truth using a bold figurative style. Distorted anatomy of the human figure, reminiscent of “The New Glasgow Boys,” is a key feature of my work. 2009 has led me to explore the binge drinking culture and the recession in an imaginative way.

I’ve taken on board Hogarth’s idea of treating the canvas as a stage and using people and objects as a means of commenting on society, creating my own fictional stories of real-life. I find using real issues and problems that people can relate to gives my work a real sense of purpose. By directing my outlook on real life through imaginative compositions I try to arrange my figures like a dance so they intertwine and swirl around one another
Richard Woods
 
For more information visit: www.richardwoodsart.com
Email: richard.r.woods@btinternet.com ,  Tel: 07979410726

26th June 2009 to 28th June 2009 - 24th Upton upon Severn Jazz Festival

Jazz Festival Office
18 Riverside Close
Upton Upon Severn
Worcestershire
WR8 0JN
Tel & Fax: 01684 593254
Website: www.uptonjazz.co.uk

Sunday 28th June 2009 - Bark in Pittville Park

Sponsored dog walk and family fun day out is happening on at Pittville Park in Cheltenham from 10am – 4pm.

As well as the walk there will be a number of attractions including charity stands, agility and flyball displays, a Guide dog demonstration and trade stands.

For more information, registration pack and sponsorship form please contact Lucy Gooding on 01242 221170

July

2009

12 June to 8 August - Iford Arts Annual Opera and Jazz Festival

An annual Opera and Jazz Festival in the Italianate Peto gardens of Iford Manor, near Bath. Last year you kindly agreed to distribute our leaflets, and I’m writing to enquire whether you would be willing to do so again this year?  We have two small A 6 leaflets - one for opera and one for jazz proms -  how many would you like me to send to you of each?

Claire McNulty, Iford Arts, Iford, BA15 2BA, 01225 868124, www.ifordarts.co.uk

3 July 2009  to 18 July 2009
Cheltenham International Festival of Music & Fringe
Town Hall and other venues
Box Office (01242) 227979.

Website: www.cheltenhamfestivals.co.uk

7th July 2008 - 10th July 2009
Royal International Agricultural Show
Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.
02476 696969

Website: www.royalshow.org.uk/

4th July 2009 - 5th July 2009 - The Cotswold Show and Country Fair
Full two-day programme, Arena events, Country Pursuits, Rural Crafts, Food Village,Tradestands Cirencester Park, Cirencester

Contact: (01285) 652007.
Website - www.cotswoldshow.co.uk

Friday 10th July 2009 - Stanton Manor Hotel, Chippenham - A Night at the Races - at 7pm

At £12 per person. All the excitement of the races on a large screen in the Woodland Room. BBQ with salads and choice of desserts. Optional bets for £1 with proceeds going towards Stanton St Quintin Primary School Early Years Play Area. First race at 7.30pm.

Book in advance on 01666 837552. Website - www.stantonmanor.co.uk

Saturday July 11th - Guiting PowerSummer Fete

On the Playing Field, Guiting Power, 2pm to 5pm, Fun Dog Show (20 Classes), Raffle, Tombola, Skittles, and traditional Fete activities, Teas in the Village hall, this is a real country event - Dog Show enquiries Tel 01451 850232 or E Mail michael.edwards23@virgin.net

ROLLING STOCK THEATRE COMPANY presents

'THE BEST OF BROADWAY'

11th JULY @ 7:30PM - LIFFORD HALL, BROADWAY
Taking you on a magical journey through the world of Broadway, The Best of Broadway incorporates many of the finest and most loved numbers from shows that have defined the last 50 years of musical theatre.A talented cast of local and ex-West End performers perform songs from classic shows such as Guys & Dolls, Grease and Chicago right through to the modern day hits of Les Miserables, Wicked and Hairspray.
In aid of Sue Ryder Foundation, this ultimate 'feel-good' show guarantees to delight, excite and get the audience dancing in the aisles!
Tickets are £8 in advance or £10 on the door.
Web: www.bestofbroadway.co.uk, Phone: 0121 288 9933

11th July 2009 - 12th July 2009 - Tewkesbury Medieval Festival

Venue - On the fields behind the Tewkesbury Borough Council offices, Gloucester Road (part of the site of the original battle of Tewkesbury in 1471)

Already hailed as Europe's biggest and most spectacular medieval event, Tewkesbury Medieval Festival is planning to make its 26th anniversary bigger and better than ever. The Battle of Tewkesbury in the War of the Roses 1471.

There will be the usual battle featuring around 2000 knights, archers and men at arms, a colourful and authentic living history camp with families living in complete medieval style for the whole weekend, and a fascinating market selling everything from medieval pots and authentic costumes to toys and individual jewellery.

But this year plans are also in hand for a joust with knights on horseback meeting in combat, a huge street procession, entertainment both on the fair site and throughout the town and much, much more.

The festival will take place on fields behind the Tewkesbury Borough Council offices in Gloucester Road, part of the site of the original battle of Tewkesbury of 1471.

Ample parking is available, for a small charge. The site will be well marked from the town centre and from junction 9 of the M5.
Website: www.tewkesburymedievalfestival.org

15th to 18th July 2009 inclusive - Banbury Cross Players present:-

Victim by Don West
A stylish suspense thriller which will have you on the edge of your seat as a truly remarkable scenario unfolds.

The Mill Arts Centre,Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxon OX16 5QE
Tickets available from The Mill Box Office 01295 279002
Times: 7.45 pm daily, Prices: £8.50.

18th July 2009 The Battle Proms Concerts 2009 at Blenheim Palace
A classical music spectacular with cannons, cavalry, spitfire air display and fireworks!!
As well as performing Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, the Battle Proms is the only concert that stages Beethoven's 'Battle Symphony' (Wellington's Victory). Beethoven scored this piece for 193 cannons! We rise to this challenge by following his original score with the full complement of cannons ~ a unique and magnificent spectacle.
Website: www.battleproms.com

Tuesday 21 to Saturday 25 July 2009 at Hatherop Castle in Gloucestershire

Cotswold Arcadians
present an open-air production of

The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare

 “all is done in reverent care of her”

Come and see the Arcadians' 19th production, The Taming of the Shrew, where a group of experienced actors will make all clear about the 16th century marriage market.  Full of colour, vitality, and hoping to give you a clear understanding of the Bard's great work, we aim to give you an evening of delightful entertainment and jollity.

Former Festival Director of Dorian Williams' Pendley Shakespeare Festival, David Sherratt directed A Midsummer Night's Dream in 2005 and Much Ado About Nothing in 2007 for the Cotswold Arcadians.

Much Ado About Nothing 2007

A Winter's Tale 2008

Hatherop Castle lies about 8 miles east of Cirencester, 2 miles north of Fairford and 6 miles north-west of Lechlade. The event will be well-signposted from all major approach roads and car parking is free. Seating is in a covered, tiered grandstand. Gardens open at 6:00pm for picnics; performances start at 8:00pm.

Cotswold Arcadians' Box Office
Well Croft, Ampney St. Mary, Gloucestershire GL7 5SN
tel: 01285 898 019; e: boxoffice@arcadians.org, www.arcadians.org

24th July 2009 - 26th July 2009 - 29th Warwick Folk Festival

If you've not been for years, come and see what's changed. If you've never been to Warwick Folk Festival, come and see what you're missing!
Singers and musicians, street entertainers and Morris dancers - it seems that anybody and everybody who enjoys folk music heads for Warwick in July each year.
Since its humble beginnings in 1979, the annual Warwick Folk Festival has developed into one of the most highly regarded folk events on the national and international scene, attracting fans from all over Britain and as far afield as the USA and Australia.
www.warwickfolkfestival.co.uk

24th - 26th July 2009

25th & 26th July  2009 - Tortworth Vintage Transport Show
Near Bristol in Gloucestershire

August

2009

12 June to 8 August - Iford Arts Annual Opera and Jazz Festival

An annual Opera and Jazz Festival in the Italianate Peto gardens of Iford Manor, near Bath. Last year you kindly agreed to distribute our leaflets, and I’m writing to enquire whether you would be willing to do so again this year?  We have two small A 6 leaflets - one for opera and one for jazz proms -  how many would you like me to send to you of each?

Claire McNulty, Iford Arts, Iford, BA15 2BA, 01225 868124, www.ifordarts.co.uk

31 July to 2 August 2009 - August 2009 - The Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza

Once again you are invited to witness the sights and sounds of yesteryear on Kemble Airfield set in the heart of the ruruk Cotswolds. From the power of Steam to Traditional crafts the Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza takes you on a nostalgia trip you will never forget.

100's of Vintage Vehicles and Machinery; Steam Engines. Funfair; Vintage Aircraft + more Kemble Airfield, Near Cirencester

Contact: (01453) 762508
Website: www.steamextravaganza.com

1 August 2009 - 2 August 2009 - The Wroughton Classic

We will again be bringing together an amazing collection of classic cars and bikes, club stands demonstrations, Autojumble, Trade and Craft stands.

This year we have added some additional attractions to help keep the younger visitors interested, for example; we are pleased to announce that we will be joined this year by the delightful 'Little Red Bus' who will be giving rides for children.

A number of the activities giving rides for children will also be fundraising for charity, for example, the Police Vehicles Enthusiasts' Club (PVEC) will be giving rides in their marvellous collection of classic police vehicles and there will be an exciting Slot Car Racing Challenge in the D4 hangar.

This year we will also be joined by SWINDON LIONS who will be doind a variety of fundraising activities at the show so please do show your support!

More information, booking forms etc can be found at www.wroughtonclassic.org.uk/ , tel: 07747 804487 or
email: wroughtonclassic@tiscali.co.uk

Free entry to the show and the museum. Car parking £5 (regardless of number of occupants).

Saturday 15th August 11am-4pm - Stanton Manor Hotel, Chippenham - Family Fun Day

Free entry. Face painting, Bouncy Castle, BBQ, Ice creams, Local Suppliers Stalls, Family Races (all proceeds go to Stanton St Quintin Primary School Early Years Play Area).

13th August 2009 - 16th August 2009 - Mitsubishi Motors Hartpury Horse Trials

The collaboration between Hartpury and Mitsubishi Motors UK has grown from strength to strength. In just five years the Gloucestershire-based horse trials (previously known as the Hartpury Three Day Event) has developed into one of the highlights of the equestrian calendar, with sporting action ranging across one, two and three star levels. Last year saw the inaugural three star competition which was supported by many of the world’s leading competitors. The 10,000 strong crowd witnessed top eventing stars in action, including World and European Champion Zara Phillips, Andrew Hoy, Mary King, Matt Ryan and Andrew Nicholson. Website: www.hartpury.ac.uk

7 August to 9th August 2009 - Cirencester Car Club
Introduction to Motorsport Weekend –an assortment of events based at the Highwayman Inn on which will include scenic drives around the Cotswolds and club competitions open to anyone in their regular car.

The Introduction to Motorsport Weekend is open to anyone and provides a chance to take part in a range of non-damaging driving activities in a regular road car.  The event should prove to be children friendly.  Everyone welcome for as much or as little time as they wish. www.cirencestercarclub.com

Evesham Vintage Steam Rally

7th, 8th & 9th August 2009

Gates Open 10:00 a.m. Daily

Ashdown Farm, Evesham, Worcestershire. WR11 7PA(A46
Evesham by-pass take Knowle Hill Road for Main Gate)
For full details please see the website
http://www.shakespearesrally.com

16 August 2009 - The Blue Cross Adoption Centre in Burford
Annual Fun Day and Dog Show

11.00am - 4.00pm
The Adoption Centre’s main event of the year. 
Bring the family and your doggie friends for a great day out at the adoption centre.  Plenty of fun and games for human and canine friends, homemade cakes and refreshments, arts and crafts plus a parade of the centre’s doggie residents who are looking for new homes.  Numerous stalls of local produce to sample and buy plus many other local charities. Enter our fun dog show with fabulous prizes for the winners visit www.bluecross.org.uk/events for class listings with pre-entry from the 1st June. Free parking with donation requested on entry.

24th August 2009 - 31st August 2009 - Festival of the Tree at Westonbirt

A week of exciting events and activities that celebrates the wonderful world of trees and their uses. Giant Tree Sculpture event ‘Sculptree’ throughout the week. From Friday 22nd to Monday 25th a craft event ‘Exhibitree’ (over 150 exhibitors) with demonstrations and lots of hand crafted artisan products to buy including jewellery, bonsai trees, furniture and food. Lots of exciting things for children too including wand making, traditional rides and the William Woodworm trail.
Sculptree - Mon 18 to Mon 25 August.
Family Tree - Mon 18 to Mon 25 August.
Exhibitree - Fri 22 to Mon 25 August
Admission: Adult £8, Concession £7, Child £3.
Westonbirt National Arboretum, nrTetbury (01666) 880147
www.forestry.gov.uk

24th - 31st
August 2009

26th August – 5th September 2009 at the BACON THEATRE, CHELTENHAM
This amateur production of is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK.

“Tigz” are back, and proud to follow up last year’s sell out “High School Musical” with the highly anticipated sequel. “Disney’s High School Musical 2”, picks up where the previous show ended. Join Troy, Gabriella, and the rest of the wildcats as they take summer vacation jobs at LAVA SPRINGS, the up market country club owned by Sharpay and Ryan’s Parents. Get ready for more twists and turns as Sharpay continues to cause
havoc, with intention of splitting up Troy and Gabriella. With the annual talent show fast approaching who will
sing with Troy? Will Sharpay get her man?, or will Gabriella realise they are meant to be?....

It’s going to be one busy SUMMER! Featuring all the songs from the movie, get ready to ROCK THIS SUMMER!......GO WILDCATS! At the BACON THEATRE Dean Close School, Cheltenham, GL51 6HE
PERFORMANCES

Wednesday 26th August – Saturday 5th September @ 7.30pm
Thursday 27th August – Monday 31st August @ 2.30pm
Saturday 5th September @ 2.30pm
(Includes Performances on Sunday 30th August, and Bank Holiday Monday 31st August)

TICKET PRICES
26th/27th/1st/2nd/3rd Adult £16 Concession £13
28th-31st/4th/5th Adult £18 Concession £15
Booking Fee of £2 per Transaction, BOX OFFICE 0844 5610547

Bredon Vintage & Classic Car Rally

Bredon Cricket Club
Westmancote   Bredon   Tewkesbury   GL20 7EU

Noon - 5pm Bank Holiday Monday 31st August  2009

**     Bar       ***       Ice Creams       ***      BBQ      ***    Amusements      **

Entry £3 per Adult       Children Free

www.bredoncarrally.org.uk     For all enquiries please contact Rob Davies 01386 725477   

Monday 31 August 2009 - The Shakespeare Hospice Food/Craft Fayres 

The Fayre is being held in the Town Hall, High Street, CHIPPING CAMPDEN, on Bank Holiday.

Pam Hudson,  Volunteer, The Shakespeare Hospice, 01789 416950
www.theshakespearehospice.org.uk

The Shakespeare Hospice - for everyone touched by a life limiting illness: the highest standards of care, provided locally.

31 August 2009 - Bourton Football in the River

Take your places on the Windrush banks, when the Bourton-on-the-Water Football in the River 2009 kicks off once again on bank holiday Monday.

A fete will be held from 11am, with the football match kicking-off at 4pm.

August Bank Holiday Monday, 31 August 2009 - Winchcombe Country Show Winchcombe School, Greet Road, Winchcombe, Nr Cheltenham, Glos GL54 5LB Gates open 12 noon

An afternoon of fun and activities at Winchcombe Country Show, celebrating its 60th year in 2009.  In addition to a traditional Flower Show in the marquee which includes flower, vegetable, fruit, cookery, handicraft and junior competitions there are activities to suit all tastes during the day. Attractions this year include terrier racing, a magician, a parade of vintage tractors, street entertainers, a dog show, morris dancers, childrens corner, falconry display, clay  pigeon shoot , delicious home made refreshments and lots lots more.  

There are also other activities during the weekend including a disco on Saturday night and a fun run on Sunday.

Please contact the secretary, Sarah Day, tel 01242 602395 for further information and/or a Flower Show schedule.

September

2009

5th SEPTEMBER 2009 - Moreton-in-Marsh Agricultural and Horse Show

The Moreton-in-Marsh Show is a traditional one day Agricultural and Horse Show and the leading agricultural event in the County. It is held in the extreme north of the Gloucestershire Cotswolds on the first Saturday in September each year.

Competitions are held for horses, ponies, cattle [including the National Show of Poll Hereford cattle], sheep [including the National Show of Cotswold Sheep], goats, poultry, dogs, homecrafts, flowers, vegetables and even scarecrows.   Around 250 tradestands provide everything from a tractor to a toy and a wide selection of food and drink - both to eat at once and to take home.

Telephone:  08708 777409
Website:  www.moretonshow.co.uk

6 September 2009 - Cotswold Triathlon

750m-20km-5km or 400m-20km-5km
Keynes Park, Cotswold Water Park
One of the most popular triathlons in Great Britain Always well oversubscribed so this year NEW MAX ENTRY of 650 competitors.
Download entry from website: http://www.triferris.com
email: triferris@btinternet.com, Tel: 01793 853933 

12th September 2009 - Newent Onion Fayre

The Newent Onion Fayre is back once again, complete with the opportunity to witness the world-famous onion eating competition with your very own teary eyes, in 2009.

More Information: Onion Fayre

13th September 2009 - Chippenham Half Marathon

So many people told us how much they enjoyed the Chippenham Half Marathon in 2008 and wanted us to do it again that Chippenham Harriers are going to give it another go on....

Sunday 13th September 2009 at 9.30am
at Chippenham Sports Club

www.chippenhamhalfmarathon.co.uk
Start Time: 09:30, Cost: £15 affiliated, £17 unaffiliated

Sunday 13th September 2009 - Pig Face Day at Avening

Hello......Avening wants to tell you that the Pig Face Day and Queen Matilda's Feast is being celebrated in full costume, with hog roast, jesters and band and starts in the church at 6pm. The celebrations will finish about 10pm.

Pig Face Day  held on Holy Cross Day in September in Avening.  
Starting at 6pm with the Traditional Candlelit service with the presentation of a Boar's Head by Queen Matilda.  Everyone is invited in Medieval dress to commemorate the one and only commissioning of a Church by a Queen of England. The service is followed by a torchlight procession to the Feast where there are to be Jesters, Jugglers and fire eaters.

All enquiries (we can help with costumes) to Click Mitchell at clickmitchell@aol.com or tel. 01453 836390.

18/19/20 September 2009 - Hanbury Steam Rally
Little Intall Fields, Stoke Pound, Nr Bromsgrove

Steam Engines, Fair Organs, Vintage & Commercial Vehicles, Arena Events, Trade Stalls & Refreshments, Auction (Fri only), Vintage Motor Cycles, Collections & Displays, plus much more.

Gate sopen 10:00am daily

www.shakespearesrally.com
For more information contact 01527 575003/07808 173400

Saturday 26 Sep 2009 at 7.30 pm - Philomusica Choir and Orchestra conducted by Linda Parsons perform at Pershore Abbey

Carl Orff's 'Carmina Burana'

Tickets £12 (accompanied children under 16 free) at door or from Tourist Information Offices, or contact Lyn Rimell tel 01905 820140 or John Quinn tel 01452 506417

Pershore Abbey, Church Street, Pershore, Worcs, WR10 1DT

27 September 2009 - Sugarcraft Exhibition

Come and see wonderful displays of sugarcraft, not only cakes but flowers and models all made from varying forms of sugar.

The Gloucester & Cheltenham branches of the British Sugarcraft Guild will be holding their 17th Sugarcraft Exhibition on the 27th of September 2009, at The Hatherley Manor Hotel, Down Hatherley Lane, Gloucester, GL2 9QA www.hatherleymanor.co.uk

This exhibition is now one of the main events in the sugarcraft world, with demonstrations by International Experts in their field, competitions, trade stands and a raffle in aid of the Air Ambulance.

Open from 11.00am till 4.30pm, entrance fee £4.50 with children under 16 free.

Competitions schedules from: wendy@wowcakes.co.uk / 01242 771336
Exhibition Secretary: andy@r-scott.fsworld.co.uk / 01242 232055

27th September 2009 - CHIPPY JAZZ

The 11th Chipping Norton Jazz Festival, now rebranded as Chippy Jazz, will include:

• Free jazz gigs at 8 venues around the town from 10.45am to 11.00pm
• An Afternoon Of Swing with the Chipping Norton School Allstars Jazz Band in the Chipping Norton Theatre at 2.30pm - tickets £8.
• Evening Concert - an evening of toe-tapping 1920s/30s jazz, comedy, vocals and fun with the sensational Megs Etherington's 8-piece "HOKUM" Jazz Band, featuring Debbie Arthurs, Nick Gill, Norman Field and Spats Langham - Chipping Norton Town Hall at 8.00pm. - tickets £14 including free pre-show drink.

Tickets available from the Chipping Norton Theatre 01608 642350( www.chippingnortontheatre.co.uk )

October

2009

1 October 2009 to 4th October 2009 - Tetbury Musical Festival
The sixth Tetbury Festival is now over, and what wonderful memories it has left. Not only did we listen to outstanding concerts in St Mary's, but we also enjoyed meeting friends old and new.

The draft and definite programme will be available as soon as possible Website: www.tetburymusicfestival.org.uk

7th October 2009 to 11th October 2009 Horse of the Year Show at the NEC

The UK's biggest indoor equestrian event, Horse of the Year Show.
Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), which takes place at The NEC from8 -12 October, hosts the finals of the most highly regarded national showing and show jumping championships and celebrates the end of the competitive season in true style with five days action packed with all things equestrian. From stunning displays to tense competition to endless shopping HOYS is a spectacular not to missed.

Website: www.hoys.co.uk

1 October2008 to 10 October 2009 - Stratfod-Upon-Avon Music Festival

Look forward to contemporary dance, brass bands, song recitals and family concerts plus the now-famous lunchtime series in the beautiful setting of Stratford's Town Hall.

Keep checking the website for news and updates.
Website: www.stratfordmusicfestival.com

16th October 2009 to 17th October 2009 - The Showcase, Cheltenham

The Showcase at Cheltenham Racecourse, the racing is sure to be extremely competitive, with all of the leading jockeys and trainers targeting The Showcase with some of their best early season horses.

Website: www.cheltenham.co.uk

Thursday TBC 2009 - This year's second Gypsy Horse Fair at Stow-on-the-Wold.

The gypsy horse fair attracts hundreds of sightseers to Stow twice a year. Gipsies gather from all corners of England for a meet and greet and hundreds of horses are paraded and sold, all in one day. It's quite a site! So how did it all begin and why Stow-on-the-Wold. As you might expect, when dealing with a Cotswold tradition, you have to go back a very long way.

More information: www.cotswolds.info

November

2009

Christmas Shopping Evening and Pamper Night
Wednesday 4th November 2009 7pm - 9.30pm
Quedgeley Village Hall

Why not book some time out for a relaxing evening with a chance to do all your Christmas shopping, our wounderful range of stall holders will be selling items including books, toys, childrenswear and beauty products as well as the opportunity to have some treatments with our beauty therapists.  For futher information and to book a table space please contact Catherine on 01452 528692.  Please do come along for a lovely evening as well as supporting us in our work to help vulnerale families in Gloucestershire to a brighter future.

HELPING VULNERABLE FAMILIES TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE

Catherine Crawshaw
Fundraising Manager
Tel: 01452 528692 
Days of Work: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
www.thefamilyhaven.com

Saturday November 7th 2009 - Guiting Power Heritage Day

At Guiting Power Village Hall 2pm to 5pm - Display of Village Photographs and Memorabillia
come along and meet villagers young and old, old and new, a great local afternoon - teas in Village hall. Enquiries Tel 01451 850232  E Mail michael.edwards23@virgin.net 

13th November 2009 to 15th November 2009 - The Open, Cheltenham

The Open at Cheltenham Racecourse, is three days of the best that racing has to offer and is the biggest and most important meeting of the first half of the Jumps season anywhere in the country. It provides thrilling competition between many of the best Jump horses in Europe, large and enthusiastic crowds creating a special atmosphere.

Website: www.cheltenham.co.uk

Saturday 21 Nov 2009 at 7.30 pm - Mozart's 'Requiem' and Goodall's 'Light of Light: A Requiem'

Philomusica Choir and Orchestra conducted by Linda Parsons perform at Tewkesbury Abbey

Tickets £12 (accompanied children under 16 free) at door or from Tourist Information Offices or contact Linda Parsons tel 01452 700847 or John Quinn tel 01452 506417.

Tewkesbury Abbey, Church Street, Tewkesbury, Glos, GL20 5RZ

Thursday 26 November 2009 - The Shakespeare Hospice Food/Craft Fayres 

The Fayre is being held in the Town Hall, High Street, CHIPPING CAMPDEN.

Pam Hudson,  Volunteer, The Shakespeare Hospice, 01789 416950
www.theshakespearehospice.org.uk

The Shakespeare Hospice - for everyone touched by a life limiting illness: the highest standards of care, provided locally.

Friday TBC November 2009 - Broadway Late Night Christmas Shopping

5.30 - 8.30 pm
A host of festivities for all the family including carol singers, swing band, horse & carriage rides, street entertainers, pig roast, mulled wine, roast chestnuts and much, much more!

December

2009

Friday TBC December 2008 - Broadway Late Night Christmas Shopping

5.30 - 8.30 pm
A host of festivities for all the family including carol singers, swing band, horse & carriage rides, street entertainers, pig roast, mulled wine, roast chestnuts and much, much more!

11th December 2009 to 12th December 2009 - The Boylesports International, Cheltenham

A wonderful two days of the highest class action at Cheltenham Racecourse, As always at Cheltenham, there are many emerging and established equine stars on display and indeed, in 2007, four horses ran at this meeting before going on to glory at The Festival in March. Saturday's card features the boylesports.com International, one of the most valuable hurdle races of the entire season in Britain or Ireland and the ultra competitive boylesports Gold Cup, a superb race in its own right and one of the series of 2 mile 5 furlong handicap chases that never fail to illuminate the season at Cheltenham.

Website: www.cheltenham.co.uk

Calendar of Cotswold Events - 2008