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Tel: 01684 565524 www.jonqualityhair.com 19 Victoria Park Road, Malvern WR14 2JU
We are pleased to offer Portico Loyalty Points on all hairdressingPlease call for opening times during the Holiday Season. (Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day only)
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It’s probably a combination of these andmore… Whatever you are looking for in yourperfect salon, the team at Jon’s are confidentthey can make your hairdressing experienceas good as it can be.
Over three decades, Marc has worked todevelop a highly skilled team of professionalsat Jon’s providing a top quality hairdressingservice in Malvern Link ranging from classiccuts to contemporary colouring and styling.
The salon is open for 60 hours weekly toaccommodate busy lives and a wide range ofquality hair care products are available.
Dedication to training is second to none, witha weekly training school held at the salon,where the emphasis is on both technicalskills and developing client relationships.
Marc takes great pride in providing anprofessional, yet friendly atmosphere fromthe moment you walk in through the door!
Why not call or pop in to see us for a freeconsultation or advice and we can make anappointment to suit you.
Definition of a great Hairdressing Salon...We would like to wish all ofour clients a Merry Christmasand a Happy New Year. We are offering freetreatments with a cut and finish for January bookings!
IN-HOUSE BEAUTICIAN ON FRIDAYS
Specialist Plant CentreGrange FarmNURSERY
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A Specialist Plant Centreoffering an abundance of plants, from the traditional to the latest introductions. A family owned business full of character. Situated in an array of farm buildings with beautifuldisplays of plants, creating a relaxed and friendlyenvironment.
Guarlford – Malvern – WR13 6NT – 01684 562544
Open 7 days a weekSummer 9am–5.30pm
Winter 9am to DuskSundays 10am–4pm
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Closed 25 December – 1stJanuary 2014 inclusive
Christmas GiftsHouseplantsNational Garden Gift Vouchers
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We hope you’ll agree that it’s never too early to say ‘thank you’. So, together with our “Portico”businesses, as we approach the endof the year, please allow us to thankyou all personally for buying locallyand supporting your neighbouringcommercial communities. Your custom remains as highly appreciated asever. With Christmas just about on the horizon,most of you will be working through yourshopping lists for gifts, food and drink, and ingeneral organising a warm welcome to yourhome for family and friends.
What better place to shop than in your localarea? There you can find fabulous, individualshops, with personal choice and service at theforefront of what they all offer. Why drive off tolarge cities, where rather faceless chain stores,
stocking the usual plain merchandise, fail toinspire or reflect the feelings you wish toexpress at this time of the year? Adding in thecost of fuel and parking only serves to underlinehow much better value you can find locally.
For us at Portico, we wish to add an extra“thank you” for the encouragement you havegiven us since our launch last May. In just eightmonths we will have printed and delivered280,000 magazines, organised an on-linepresence for each Portico business, andintroduced the Portico Loyalty Card throughoutthe area. We have already issued 3000 cards,and many of you are using them to supportyour local businesses and receive cashvouchers for your loyalty.
From the outset, we declared that we wouldbring you news of local family and independentbusinesses, with articles about long-establishedand new start-up enterprises. What a time we
have had, what a wealth of greatpeople, businesses and enterprisewe have in our lovely area.
We feel massively excited and trulyprivileged to be supporting ourgreat local shops and businessesand we look forward to continuedgrowth in 2014.
In the meantime, have a greatChristmas wherever you are andwhoever you are with.
Happy ChristmasHappy local shopping
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As a family business, what wouldyou say are the Hotel’s corevalues?Fundamentally we are service orientated.As an independent hotel there isn’t ahead-office who dictates to us. So thatmeans we can be on a first-name basiswith our customers. It is effectively likeentertaining guests in our front room.
How did the hotel come into yourownership?We have owned the hotel for 14 years. Ihave always been in the hospitalityindustry. After I went to hotel school, Iworked with a chain of hotels in SouthAfrica for ten years. It has always been anambition of mine to have my own hotel.When my father retired from BritishAirways, as a family we were in a financialposition to buy The Great Malvern Hotel.We felt the hotel fitted the personality ofour family. Malvern was just the sort ofstable, outdoors environment we wantedour daughters to grow up in.
I’m happy to say that my daughter workshere as a waitress, while my wife cooksbreakfast on Saturdays. And as we speak,my father is working in the bar. My wifeoversees the marketing, PR and socialmedia and my mother is in charge of theflowers. It is an all-round family-runbusiness.
In terms of service, what do youvalue the highest?It depends on how you define personalservice, but to me it stands for customerrecognition and knowledge. The sizemakes this possible: as a small hotel in asmall town we are able to remember acustomer’s favourite red wine forexample.
How do you teach your staff aboutthe hotel’s ethics?In the end it comes down to employingthe right sort of staff. They must want towork here. I believe this is as importantas being trained correctly. In this way ourstaff ensure a hospitable and relaxedatmosphere is upheld.
The origins of The Great Malvern Hotel,(formerly The Beauchamp Hotel) dateback to 1842. It was around that time thatDoctor James Wilson chose Malvern tointroduce hydrotherapy, now morenormally referred to as ‘The Water Cure’,based on its healthy hilly location and anabundance of water. Malvern expandedrapidly over the next 40 or so years, andthe hotel was built to accommodatevisiting patients and an ever increasingnumber of business persons drawn to thisthriving town.
Over the intervening years, the hotel hasmirrored the many changes, fashions andvisitors to Malvern. Built in the days ofstage coaches, before railways and motorcars, The Great Malvern Hotel has had tocontinually embrace change to meet theneeds of visitors to Malvern.
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In this issue Lydia Thurlow interviews Jeremy Sutton, Owner/manager, to discover how The Great Malvern Hotel fits in with the current needs and trends of Malvern.
Jeremy Sutton
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What do you think is the main drawthat brings tourists to Malvern?When it comes to tourism Malvern isn’treliant on one aspect like, for example,Stratford relies on its Shakespeareanheritage. Instead there are many facets thatdraw tourists to it. Firstly its location –people love how it’s firmly in thecountryside but not too far from the M5.Obviously the hills - the inspiration for somuch of Elgar`s music.We are also soprivileged with the Theatre and the world-class shows performed here. Add to this,the Morgan motorcars; the water (and thewhole culture behind it); the Priory; theVictorian architecture and history. On abusiness level Qinetiq, Malvern Instrumentand the Enigma Business Park are alldefinite draws too.
As for visitors to the hotel itself, it would betrue to say we offer, in a nutshell, a family-run, down-to-earth local business, which iswell-located (walking distance from theTheatre as well as the Splash sportscomplex) in a friendly town.
I see from your website your hotelhosts several local meetings such asfor The Civic Society, The MalvernRotary Club and The Green Party. Yes, we allow local meetings to use thehotel free of charge. We also welcome theCAMRA club, a poetry group, a healinggroup, a psychic, the comic club andUniversity of the Third Age meetings.
We also have the Great Shakes Bardownstairs which is available for hire forparties and for big sports matches.
Overall, would you say the roomsare used more for leisure or forbusiness?I would say it’s about fifty percent holiday-makers – walking groups or visitors hiringMorgan cars to test them out before theybuy them – and fifty percent business men.
What is your favourite aspect ofyour role?I think it would have to be the cross-sectionof people you meet. The hotel really is a
melting-pot of regulars, customers that havebecome friends, businessmen, musicians,theatre-goers and national actors.
Could you tell me about the menu?A full pdf of our Menu is on our website. Wehave recently had the menu design updatedby Bubbling Designs(http://www.bubblingdesigns.co.uk/ng/)which have incorporated everything thatmakes Malvern unique: the hills, theMorgan, the wells and the Theatre. We feelit’s very important to embrace everythinglocal businesses have to offer. Suppliersought to be shown the same respect ascustomers. At this time we are all lookingfor way to cut costs and it has never beenmore crucial to support locally.
I hear you have live music everyweekend, how do you find yourplayers?That’s right, the music is fantastic. It’s likefresh air coming though the hotel. Peoplewho’ve come in for a drink often end upstaying the whole evening to listen. There isan open-mic night every Tuesday and if weare impressed with the musicians we invitethem back to play at the weekends. [To findout who is playing go to:www.slapmag.co.uk/october2013/slap-mag.html]
Who has been the most popular?There has been such a variety it’s hard tosay. “Bar Flys” are great. And Clive John’stribute of The Johnny Cash Roadshowalways fills the bar. It’s the lucky-dip natureof it that makes it so exciting.
How do you keep your hotel movingforward?You wake up everyday thinking ofsomething new to do. When something’syour hobby, your life-blood, it’s only naturalthat you keep it moving forward. You haveto always listen to the customers and thestaff and take onboard what they say. You also have to review past decisions andre-visit things, and make them right if theyweren’t before. Also, due to its Victorianarchitecture, the building itself neverceases to throw jobs at you. Essentially youhave to carefully think things through, andyou have to love what you do.
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Forget me NotBouquets, hand - tied, aquapacs, arrangements and potplants. We are happy to includeadd-on gifts like chocolates,champagne, wine & teddies. Wealso stock a wide selection ofballoons. We pride ourselves on our wedding
and funeral work and give each customer the special attention they need.Tel: 01684 564383
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Great Malvern Post OfficeHoliday time is here - don’t forget thatwe can help you with all of your holidayessentials - come and have a chat aboutour currency deals, travel money card, andmulti award-winning travel insurance.Tel: 01684 573 003
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A PERFECT COLLECTION OFCHRISTMAS GIFTS
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In the heart of Malvern you will discover Parrys of Malvern Limited. A traditional jewellers,
originally established during the 1950’s, it has been in our family for nearly 40 years.
We bring you stunning collections of fine jewellery, watches, clocks and gifts. From the
timeless classic to the stylishly modern there is something to suit everyone.
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Christmas at Parrys“What makes the perfect Christmas present?”asks David Siviter; a question the director ofParrys Jewellers is more qualified than most toanswer, given the reputation of style, traditionand variety that his jewelleryshop has upheld for the last40 years.
This Christmas, to celebrate its 40thanniversary, Parrys window isdisplaying a collection of one of thestars of the jewellery world – theRuby, the gemstone which hastraditionally symbolised thecelebration of this impressiveanniversary. This collection is butone of many that will brighten thestore this Christmas, pink gold and anexciting range of silver jewellery toname a few more.
When I interviewed David Siviter, whotrained as a retail jeweller and agemmologist, and whose family hassubsequently owned this wonderful treasurechest of a shop since he was 22, it seems there is very little he doesn’tknow about jewellery.
As he took me around the store, I was struck by the broad sweep of itemson display – spanning from the timeless diamond rings and Japanesecultured pearls and signet rings, to hand-carved cameos and a gloriousArt Deco-inspired collection, (so in demand with all the Gatsby parties atthe moment,) called Marcasite. Parrys is without a doubt an establishedtraditional jewellery business, but certainly fully aware of the latestfashions, with Troll Bead bracelets and Swiss-made Tissot watches takingpride of place in the window. The diversity of the range is an indication ofthe store’s capacity for individuality and innovation.
Equally striking are the dazzling array of Sapphires, Opals, Citrines andTanzanites set in Yellow or White Gold. He evidently has a passion andextensively trained eye for diamonds. Although he used to source hisjewellery in the Far East, he now buys mainly in Birmingham and London.“I truly believe Britain is the best manufacturer of jewellery in the world.”
As a store where customer service is paramount,Parrysis proud of the fact that the majority of the staff havebeen part of the shop for several years. It is ahallmark of the store’s friendliness, which is of suchimportance to the personable town that Malvern is.
For example George, who has always worked at Parrys,can still be found in the workshop beyond the
display cabinets after fifty years and David’sfather still looks after the books. In terms of
jewellery services there is really verylittle Parrys can’t do for you: repairs,
valuations, re-threading, engraving,custom-design or remodelling oldpieces. He was once asked to createa ring from a piece of meteorite!
With its 40th Christmas not faraway now, Parrys clearly has muchto celebrate, and warmly invitesyou to join in the celebrations this
Christmas too. Nobody can deny, inan age of constantly moving fashion
and rapidly evolving technology, thereis really only one gift that deserves to
be acknowledged as the truly timeless,perfect Christmas present.
Visited by Lydia Thurlow
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Jargen ComputerRepairs• Computer Repairs• Mobile Phone Repairs• Sell Refurbished Computers• Collection from home
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Spar Malvern WellsA great family run local convenience store perfectly located on the Wells Road as you enter Malvern from Ledbury, the Wells Spar with its large carpark is the perfectshop for your every day needs. Paper rounds no matter what
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Groceries - DrinksOff Licence - Magazines Newspapers - Gifts and more
Wells Business Centre157 Wells Rd, Malvern
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Malvern Kitchens LtdFull design and Installation Service
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Unit 3 Wells Business Centre157 Wells Road,
Malvern Wells, WR14 4HAFind us below the Spar Shop
Celebrating 1st Anniversary Alex, Andy & Jamie would like to thank all their
customers for their valued support. All budgets catered for whether supply only
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Unit 2, 157 Wells Road, Malvern WR14 4HA
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Thank you to all of our customers for asuccessful first year trading.
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Stanbrook AbbeyPure Window Cleaning ServicesRhubarbCard EmporiumTaste of MalvernKozihausParrys of MalvernJohn Goodwin Estate AgentsZinniaThe Original Artwork StoreBrays of MalvernGAS Appliance ShowroomsForget me NotSarah-Jane’s InteriorsThe Great Malvern Hotel
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thank you for your support this year – we wish you and your loved ones a joyfulChristmas and a prosperous New Year
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Join us for a glass of wine on Wednesday 4th andWednesday 18th December (5.30–7.30pm) for afestive 10% discount. New gifts arriving almostdaily at the moment so we are sure you will be ableto find that special gift.
Wishing all our customers a wonderful Christmasand a Happy new year.
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Sara Jane’s Interior DesignThe dream starts here...Curtains, blinds, upholstery and all mannerof soft furnishings.
01684 891392 (8.30-5.00) Monday-FridaySaturdays and evenings by appointment.
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“We had almost given up everfinding another excitingrestaurant, with many nowusing depressing ‘same taste’factory produced sauces in 5litre containers. By purechance we found the Thrishnain Upton on Severn.. 23 mealslater we continue to beamazed at the very widerange of freshly preparedfood and the varied andsubtle flavours words can’tdescribe. Never a dullmoment, Indian food reborn.
Worthy of the title “ Jewel ofEngland”
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If you like Indianfood and you haven’ttried the Thrishna inUpton, you reallyshould go...
The food is fabulous – freshly cooked andsumptuously flavoured, and Miah hasrecognised that with budgets understrain, getting value for money isseriously important yet he and his teammanage to do it without compromising onquality. For example, collecting a threecourse meal to takeaway can cost as littleas £8.50 per person*. Free delivery isavailable for orders over £15 within a 5mile radius with a £2 surcharge if you areover 5 miles away which is great for thosewintery nights when you don’t feel likeventuring out.
House specialities include South IndianGarlic Chilli (Chicken or Lamb), which is ahot and spicy dish, or if your taste is a
little less adventurous on the chilli front,Rahad Green Herb Chicken or Lamb is flavoured with specialBangladeshi herbs and garnished withspring onions – simply delicious!
As Christmas approaches and the coldnights draw in, why not treat yourself toan authentic curry and if you do ventureout, you will find a very warm welcome atthe Thrishna, this little jewel is a treasurewell worth finding..
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Whether you choose to dineout in their friendlyrestaurant, or take advantageof the free local delivery on adelicious takeaway… eitherway, you will be in for a treat.The staff are delightful andowner Miah gets the level ofservice absolutely right, witha sincere welcome foreveryone. He has decades ofexperience in the trade andhaving opened the restaurantin Upton in 2007, he hassteadily built up a greatreputation and he isjustifiably very proud of hisbusiness.
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THRISHNA34 Old Street, Upton on SevernWR8 0HWTel: 01684 594900
Owner Chondon Miah (left) and his team
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Written by Charlotte Anderson Ilic & Daisy Collins– HANLEY CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL
Christmas time. To some people, the merephrase may invoke joy and excitement.However, for others it may have theopposite effect, and bring out feelings ofdread. Dreading the buying of suitablepresents, of having to visit distant familymembers, and to write what seems like anever ending list of cards. So at this time ofyear what is everyone looking for? Well,with the festive season coming soon we’reall looking to get the shopping over anddone with, all in one place. To do theshopping quickly, easily and cheaply, to getit out of the way. So if you are in the Upton area, where else are you going togo other than the shop that sells it all, Value for Money?
Nestled beside the White Lion Hotel rests the brightlycoloured shop front of the all-sorts store. Once inside,customers are drawn further in with the wide variety of stockstacked upon the shelves. There are a huge range of items tobe bought, from children’s toys and stocking fillers to foodsnacks and domestic products.
Within this wide range of both useful and decorativeproducts, particular attention should be paid to the extensivestationery section. Extremely popular with regular customers,the items fly off the shelves, as the ‘stationery corner’ catersto every writing need you may have. Professional notepadsfor businesses, pens of all colours of the rainbow for children,and a festive selection of Christmas cards and envelopes totuck them in.
Value for Money also offers a way of mass producing yourown designs for your Christmas cards. With this option, youcan personalise your Christmas messages to the people youlove. You could get your kids to draw a Christmassy picture,or you could use a photograph of your little darlings in frontof the Christmas tree, or out in the snow. You can do whateveryou want, because you have the freedom to do whatever youlike!
Keeping with the Christmas theme, Value for Money stocksmany Christmas decorations, such as sparkling tinsel andbaubles, essential for your magical Christmas. Beautifullypatterned necessities for the Christmas season can also befound, like the wrapping papers available to keep the presenta secret until the big day. And those all-important stocking-fillers for last-minute holiday shopping, all to be found here!
And, as the name suggests, all of these everyday necessitiesand Christmas goodies are available at low competitiveprices, perfect for the holiday season when money is tight.
So if ever you’re stuck for present ideas or just in need of apacket of Doritos, pop down to Value for Money.
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The shop that sells it all...
Gifts Food &Drink
Stationery, Tinsel
Christmas Cards & Treats
Printing Toys Doritos
23 High StreetUpton on SevernWorcestershireWR8 0HJTel: 01684 591 355
Monday to Saturday9am - 5.30pm
130 Worcester RoadMalvern LinkWorcestershireWR14 1SSTel: 01684 562 255
Monday to Friday8.30am - 5.30pm
Saturday 9am - 5.30pm
23 HIGH STREET, UPTON UPON SEVERN WR8 0HJ130 WORCESTER ROAD, MALVERN LINK WR14 1SS
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Gallagher & Co
In our lovely Shop you willfind a wide range of InteriorAccessories, Gifts andSeasonal Products. From
Tobs high quality baskets to Vivid Arts, Interiors Accessories,beautiful Lamps, Cushions, Clocks & Rugs. Our ProfessionalCarpet & Flooring team can also help with that Room Makeover you have always promised yourself! Beautiful Products, Friendly Service, on your doorstep! We look forward to seeing you.
www.kingsstudioupton.co.uk
chinaboy catering hire
Tel: 01684 293755 [email protected]
Confirm your hire order by December 31st
and we will give 5% hire discount on all orders
up to £500 and 10% on anything above
Catering Equipment Hire Service
WEDDINGS • FAMILY CELEBRATIONSPARTIES • HOTELS & EVENT VENUESPlanning a wedding, family celebration or
party? Do you run a hotel or Event Venue and need occasional additional supplies?
We can meet all your catering equipment requirements, China, Glass, Linen,
Tableware, Chairs… We are a Family Firmwith an excellent reputation…
read our testimonials on the Portico site!
Chartered AccountantsSmall Business, Startups, Personal Tax Returns
Ivydene House, Uckinghall, Near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 6ES
Tel: 01684 594755 Mobile: 07778 341569 [email protected]
Friendly and Approachable
justineshackleton
LCSP (Assoc) qualified
Massage & Beauty TherapistI would like to invite you to experience the very bestbeauty and holistic treatments in a warm and friendlyenvironment within a peaceful local village settingjust outside Upton.
Why not start your journey to well-being now... Relaxwith a Swedish, Remedial, Indian Head or Hot Stonemassage or restore your skin’s radiance with ahydrating or aromatique facial.
Experienced & professional, my aim is to ensure youfeel relaxed and comfortable and leave feelingrevitalised and uplifted.
Simply call or email me to book an appointment.Tel: 07818 403757Email: [email protected]
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Late Night Opening Thursdays in November & December until 7pmDOUBLE POINTS ON GIFTS AND FLOORINGLate Night Opening Thursdays in Upton November & December until 7pm
GIFTVOUCHERSAvailable!
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STOP PRESS Range of Shruti Scarves & Bags now availableXmas opening times 9.00am to 5.00pmClosed 25th December – re open Monday 30th DecemberClosed 1st January – reopen Monday 13th January2014
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STABLES, FIELD SHELTERS, DOG KENNELS, CHICKEN HOUSES & ARKS
• Workshops • Sheds • Gates • Fencing • • Playhouses • Summer houses •
REMEMBER OUR UNIQUE BESPOKE SERVICE, YOU DESIGN, WE BUILD!
Unit 3, Grove House Garage, Ryall, Upton on Severn, WR8 0PN
Tel: 01684 593232email: [email protected]
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OPEN EVERY DAY FROM 9TH TO 24THDECEMBER INCLUSIVE
OPEN AGAIN 28TH, 30TH & 31st DECEMBER10am to 2pm
Place your order early to avoid disappointment!
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The Swan, Upton on SevernRalph and Sue Thompson welcome you tothe Swan on the picturesque River Severn.
Have a drinkor a meal andrelax in ourcosy bar.Meals areserved everyday of the week, (exceptSunday evenings) and Lavazzacoffee and Cake are availableall day. Our menu offers goodquality food at reasonableprices. Why not take advantageof Portico Loyalty points being
available on food served Monday to Thursdays, with doublepoints on food on Monday to Thursday evenings?If you have guests staying and need additional accommodation,we have six beautiful rooms, all styled in contemporary neutraltones and all en-suite. The newest addition is our Attic Suite,with fabulous river views. Prices start at £75.00 for a doubleroom including breakfast, plus weoffer Portico Loyalty Points onbookings! We can also accommodate smallprivate functions in our restaurant,ranging from small gatherings toup to 140 for a buffet. There is always a warm welcome atthe Swan – we are renowned for our friendlystaff – why not try coming down to theriverside and see for yourself.Tel: 01684 [email protected]
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Number 24, Upton uponSevernChristmas is fastapproaching, sowhat better timeto start thinkingof visiting UptonUpon Severn todo some seriousgift buying!
At NUMBER 24 wehave an absolutetreasure trove oftasteful gifts forthe discerningshopper at verysensible prices.Lots of new itemsfrom GISELAGRAHAM, quirky bags from RED FOX and somesuper toiletries from POPSHOTS STUDIOS, brilliant greetingcards, gorgeous pashminas and new designs of bone china mugs, to name just a few!
Tel: 01684 593719 Email: [email protected]
MerryChristmas and
Happy New Year
to all our
customers
Merry Christmas andHappy New Year fromLouise James Florist
AMARYLLIS, POINSETTIAS AND SEASONAL FLOWERS AVAILABLE
Christmas Wreaths
Now in Stock
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The SparKings StudioKings CarpetsJustine ShackletonChinaboy Catering HireGallagher & CoNumber 24Value for MoneyHaywardsLouise James FloristThe SwanTewkesbury Garden CentreBrowns RestaurantThe LaunderetteMoore Brown & Dixon Solicitors
Price CarsClive’s Fruit FarmThrishna RestaurantThree Counties Damp & Timber UK LtdThe Really Simple Accounts BookThe Railway InnPhil Price Garden BuildingsRetroMarquesDown Cottage Bed & Breakfast
thank you for your support this year – we wish you and your loved ones a joyfulChristmas and a prosperous New Year
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Tel: 01684 293103
UP TO 50% OFF IN OUR
SEASONAL SALE
Browns RestaurantBrowns Restaurant, a destination within a destination, really does offer a welcomefor all seasons. Resident chef Mike and his team take great pride in catering for alloccasions, from day-time restaurant to evening venues, for private parties and functions, for up to 50 people.
Tel: 01684 299996 Worcester Road Tewkesbury GL20 6EB
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GREAT RANGEGREAT OFFERS
FREE PARKING
Tewkesbury GardenCentre are delighted tooffer a fabulous range ofChristmas Stock,including cards, gifts,ornaments, decorationsand artificial trees.
With masses of free parkingand our own on-site restaurant,your Christmas shopping willbe a hassle-free experience. Weare open 9.00am to 5.00pmMonday to Saturday 10.00am to4pm on Sundays
Worcester Road, Tewkesbury GL20 6EB
BY DAY, THE LICENSED RESTAURANT OFFERS A WARM WELCOME FOR:• Morning coffee & great selection of cakes• 15th Dec Sunday Special Lunch • 22nd Dec Sunday Special Lunch• 24th Dec Xmas Eve Special Lunch • 31st Dec New Year’s Eve Special lunch
BY EVENING SPECIAL PARTY NIGHTS• 12th Thursday December • 19th Thursday December
For more information, ask in store or visit www.brownsgardenrestaurant.co.uk or tel 01684 299996
CHRISTMAS MENUS AVAILABLE
AND NOW TAKING BOOKINGS
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PIE NIGHT THURSDAY 23rd January 2014choice of 12 Pies prepared and cooked on the premises.(including Vegetarian options). Eat as much as you want.Booking essential. 7.30pm start £10.50
TRADITIONAL SUNDAY ROAST LUNCHServed every week 12 – 3pmChoice of Roasts, Vegetarian options also available. Bookingadvised. Main course and dessert only £9.95
Jazz up your January at the Railway… why not book our skittle alley for a reasonably priced familynight out? No charge for use of the Alley for parties ofdiners (there are some minimum age restrictions – pleaseask) but booking is essential. Our extensive Bar Menu isavailable every evening from Tuesday to Saturday inclusive.
Throughout January we will be offering DoubleLoyalty Points on food from our Extensive BarMenu, so book now to avoid disappointment!PAUL, SUE AND VAL WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALLTHEIR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND AHAPPY NEW YEAR!!
The RailwayInn, RippleSue, Paul & Valwelcome you to thistraditional Villagepub where you willfind a warm,friendly welcome,really tasty home-cooked food, a goodrange of real ales,decent wines andsensible prices!
The Railway Inn, Station Road, Ripple, Tewkesbury GL20 6EY Tel: 01684 [email protected]
ALL OUR FOOD IS FRESHLY PREPARED AND COOKED FOR YOU
Step inside the Spar in Upton and you may be surprised atthe range and quality of fresh produce, staples, treats andmore on offer. Every week many lines are available for only£1, without compromising on quality or freshness. Ofcourse once the festive season is over, we all tend totighten our belts and there will continue to be a wide rangeof bargains on sale at the Spar in January and throughoutthe coming months.
We are delighted to welcome TheSpar in Upton to the Portico and inparticular, to the Loyalty Cardscheme. Now Spar customers inUpton can use their card toaccumulate points on their everyday
groceries and supplies and spend any Portico vouchersthey receive in any participating Portico business (seepage 32) You can apply for a card in store – Bob Kayand his friendly team look forward to welcoming you!
£1 100s ofproductsvalue
Open Christmas Eve until 7pmClosed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years DaySpar, 14-16 High Street, Upton On Severn, WR8 0HB01684 592699
Glad tidings we bring...everyday groceries, excellent valueand a wide range of festive fare too...
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• Wills/Powers of Attorney• Probate/Estate Administration• Divorce and Family Disputes• Employment Law • Conveyancing• Leases: Landlord and Tenant• Businesses: Purchases/Sales• Home visits available
Moore Brown & Dixon LLP
Offices at:
4 High Street, Upton-Upon-Severn
69/70 High Street, Tewkesbury, Glos GL20 5LE
e-mail: [email protected]
Call Us Now - 01684 592675
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The Cross, Upton upon Severn, Worcester WR8 0JT
Tel: 01684 591097Email: [email protected]
28 years ofservice
• Damp Proofing• Timber Preservation• Tanking/Structure• Waterproofing
The Simple Accounts BookDo you have a problem compiling your data for your accountant?
Does it take up a massive amount of your (leisure) time?
Get your copy of The Really Simple Accounts
Book now and take the hassle out of your business accounts.
No accountancy knowledge required – just a pencil and a cup of tea!
For more details, please contact us or go to the website and Buy Now!
Ivydene Publishing Ltd. Tel: 01684 594755Email: [email protected] www.ivydenepublishing.com
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Clive's Fruit Farm, Upton upon Severn • Open 7 days a week 01684 592664
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PRICE CARSPRICE CARSGrove House Garage, Main A38, Ryall Near Upton upon Severn, WR8 0PN
Car Repairs • All Makes • Reasonable Prices MOT Prep • Welding • Friendly Service
Probably the best selection of budget priced cars in the area. A great choice of cars in stock now!
01684 591112 • 07971 541340 • [email protected]
www.clivesfruitfarm.co.ukLooking for ideas for Christmas?
GIFT HAMPERSORDERS NOW BEING TAKEN FOR CHRISTMASPOULTRY, INCLUDING COCKERELS, TURKEYS,
DUCKS AND GEESE NOW BEING TAKENIN OUR BUTCHERY
Mistletoe, Christmas Trees & Wreathsavailable beginning of December
CHRISTMAS FAYRE 8TH DECEMBER – FREE ENTRYLots of unique stalls, live music, Hog roast, Father Christmas, Fun for all the family !!
Bangladeshi & Indian Cuisine“The Jewel of England” – Trip Advisor Oct 2013Why not come and experience our excellent food and service for yourself and see why our customers rate us so highly.
Extensive menu with in house Specialities, each dish has its own distinctive flavours and aromas which no “curry powder” can imitate!
Takeaway (10% discount on collection)
Open 7 days a week, 5.30pm to Midnight including Bank Holidays
Why not try our great Takeaway Meal Deal!
Papadoms, Onion Bhaji, Any Traditional Dish (or Chicken Balti) £8.50*
*Excludes King Prawn, Duck or Fish
Free delivery – 5 mile radius (minimum order value £15)Restrictions on delivery may apply during festivals and holiday festive periods.
34 Old Street, Upton on Severn, WR8 [email protected]
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Linda Tolchard – Soprano
Christmas by CandlelightLinda’s beautiful album with all of your favourites;
Silent Night, Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas, White Christmas, Away in a Manger plus many more.
Available to purchase now only £10
To order, please call Linda on 07976 393452 or email [email protected] your event or special occasion
– concerts – recitals – weddings – dinners – anniversaries -www.lindatolchard.com
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Stanbrook Abbey will belooking lovely this festiveseason. Our Winter Wonderlandtheme, with beautifullydecorated, sparkling Christmastrees and fires blazing in thehearth will truly delight you.
We have created aspecial programme
of festive activitiesfor you to savour this
Christmas. So comeand enjoy the magic of
Stanbrook Abbey.
Whether you are organisinga Christmas party for
hardworking colleagues or anight out with friends, Stanbrook
Abbey, transformed into a magicalWinter Wonderland, is the place to be. Bookan exclusive private party, or join in one ofour mixed company/friends evenings, andwe promise to make it the highlight of yourseasonal celebrations…
Stanbrook Abbey is the ideal venue to letyour hair down. We have transformed our StAnne’s Hall into a magical WinterWonderland. Our lunch, dinner and partynight packages include an elegant drinksreception followed by a four course festivefeast of traditional Christmas food, freshlyprepared by our award winning chefs,followed by suitably seasonal entertainment.
Whether you are looking for a lavish lunchfor your team or family, need somethingspecial for the board of directors, aChristmas party or just want arelaxing afternoon break, wehave something for you!
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come and enjoy the magic of
Stanbrook Abbey
Corporate Party Nights –Friday and SaturdayTaking place on Friday 13th/20th andSaturday 7th/14th it’s an event not tobe missed.
Tickets are £65pp and include a gorgeous three course banquet meal, set in the beautiful backdrop that is the St Anne’s Wing.
Following the meal you and your guestshave the chance to party into the night witha full evening of entertainment. The pricealso includes a glass of mulled wine andcanapés on arrival.
It truly is a special way to make yourChristmas that bit more magical.
Dinner Dancing – ThursdayWhy wait until the weekend to enjoyyourselves! Dinner Dancing brings thatChristmas spirit to a Thursday evening,taking place on the 5th and 12thDecember. With prices at just £49ppenjoy all of the following;
• Mulled wine on arrival • Delicious canapés • Three course festive feast • Entertainment and surprises • Master of Ceremonies • After dinner disco and professional DJ
It’s an event not to missed in a venue thathas to be seen!
Places are limited and booking early isrecommended. For further details andreservations, please telephone 01905830195 or visit www.stanbrookabbey.com
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December
Festive Lunches(Available Thursdays and Fridays in Late November and December)
Festive Lunches are taking place on Thursdays and Fridays in December. Thisgives you an opportunity to take in the beauty of the Abbey whist enjoying afantastic meal. The meal is £35pp and includes:
• Mulled wine on arrival • Delicious canapés • Three course festive feast • Festive entertainment • Visit from Father Christmas
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCHEON– £99.00 pp Share in the magnificent and magicalsurroundings of the beautiful Abbey andcelebrate this special day in style. Ourexquisite 6 course menu will take all thepressure out of Christmas, leaving you free tosit back, relax and enjoy! Join us in the cosyLounge in front of a roaring log fire for a glassof mulled wine, or warm apple and cinnamonjuice, feel free to get into the Christmas spiritand play some of the board games provided!All this for £99 per person. Places are limited and booking early isrecommended. For further details andreservations, please telephone 01905 830195or visit www.stanbrookabbey.com
Festive Sunday LunchWhat a way to spend a Sunday with your family or loved ones, come andenjoy a Sunday Lunch in style. Entering the venue you can relax in thecharismatic Piano Lounge, enjoying the roaring log fire. Then preceding through to the dining room you will enjoy a fantasticthree course meal. As a special treat we have the fantastic musicaltalents of local artists: • Sunday 1st December Festive Sunday Lunch withChristmas Carols from Powick Community Choir • Sunday 8th December Festive Sunday Lunch withChristmas Carols from the Worcester Youth Brass Band • Sunday 15th December Festive Sunday Lunch withChristmas Carols from Powick Community Choir • Sunday 29th December Festive Sunday Lunch with Acoustic Classicswith Dan Greenaway (Acoustic Live Lounge Style, relaxing and fun!) Enjoy this fantastic experience for only £29.50 per person.
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Festive Afternoon Tea (Selected Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays in November and December)
Stanbrook’s classic event becomes even more special in the Christmas period,with Christmas themed treats and snacks, the Afternoon Tea experience willmake even Bah Humbugs feel the full effect of the magical season.
Priced at £29pp including a glass of sparkling wine, the event is sure to befantastic. Upgrade for that extra bit luxury to Laurent Perrier Champagne.
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Francis of MalvernMorgan Motor CompanyJ Mart WarehouseJon HairdressersThe Malvern (formerly Malvern Spa)
Cridlan & WalkerMalvern Mowers & TractorsCake WomanGraham SignsDAR (Malvern) LtdReady Rent LtdSolar Solutions, LtdMalvern Springs Service StationTony Williams BodyshopCRS Ltd
Niche TravelHarpers Bazaar202 DentalPrinted Banners & SignsHope UnlimitedExpress TVMillennium MotorsQuality Solicitors PaytonsPlatinum Property AgentsBalens Business InsuranceBalens Financial.Straightline PerformanceID Sports & StitchValue for Money
thank you for your support this year – we wish you and your loved ones a joyfulChristmas and a prosperous New Year
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Based in Betony Road, Malvern, IDSports (incorporating Stitch) is oneof the leading suppliers andmanufacturers of sports equipmentin the area. ID Sports specialises inproviding complete solutions forSports clubs. For example, they are
the official on-line retailpartners to Hereford FootballClub and Worcestershire
Cricket Club. Stitch (manufacturing)provides bespoke sportswear, andhas formed strong relationshipswith leading schools, universitiesand clubs across the UK andIreland.
If you are involved with anysports club, no matter whatdiscipline, whether large or
small, then contact ID Sports orStitch, to learn what they can do foryou, whether as kit suppliers, orproviding on-line retail solutions.
ID Sports – Calling all sports clubs...
CONTACT:Tel: 01684 899 250Email: [email protected]
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20 YEARS SMALL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE • Reliable book keeping service, to trial balance • Managementaccounts, profit & loss statements • Credit control / debt collecting • VAT returns • Payroll & HMRC submissions
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BURGERS HOT OFF THE GRIDDLE – JUST £3.00HOT PORK & BEEF: ROLL – £2.50 BAGUETTE – £2.80
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Ideal Gardening Giftsfor Him, Her and the Kids
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RHS Rosa Chinensis Gift Collection by Burgon and BallOther designs available
Tipperty Top Bespoke EmbroideryA FANTASTIC way topersonalise or promoteyour work clothing or gifts.No order too big or toosmall. From parentswanting to personalisegifts to corporate business wanting toupdate work wear or promotional gifts.
Tel: 07949 733287 [email protected]
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Tapestry Bagsand Travel Wallets in attractive designs
from Signare
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Tel: 01684 217020Mob: 07891 489 622The Clifton Centre, Spring Lane South, Malvern WR14 1BJ
ITEMS AVAILABLE:• Plant Hire; Diggers & Dumpers• Access & Support• Building & Decorating• Concreting & Compacting• Breaking & Drilling• Lifting & Material Handling• Plumbing & Pumping• Lighting & Power• Gardening & Landscaping
Forever Home RequiredIsla is a beautiful loving 4 year old American Bulldogthat came into the shelter in December 2012. Isla is a very affectionate girl andloves nothing more than longgentle walks, sniffing in thehedgerows and loves hersqueaky toys.She has come from a homeenvironment and can live withchildren over the age of 14 years.She is a very intelligent girl whowill do anything for a tasty treat.She also knows some tricks suchas ‘sit’, ‘paw’ and ‘down’, and isalways very eager to learn. Isla’s ideal home would bewhere the family can give herlove and regular exercise and ofcourse the occasional biscuit!She loves nothing more than abig sloppy kiss!
Isla is finding kennel life quite difficult atthe moment so could do with a warmloving home to go to. If you feel like you can give Isla the lovinghome she deserves then please give her achance to prove what a great pet she couldbe. If you would like to meet Isla or findout more about her, please do not hesitate
to contact the shelter, details of which are below.
Hawthorn Lane, Newland, Near Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 5BDTel: 01905 831651 Opening Times: Daily between 11am – 3pm Email: [email protected]
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OPEN 24/7
214 Worcester Road, Malvern WR14 1AG Tel: 01684 573369
ATTENDED CARWASH 9AM-5PM7 DAYS A WEEK
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PREPARE FOR THE PARTY SEASON!The Malvern Hair & Beauty EmporiumBeth Fogg and the team invite you tothe newly opened Hair and BeautyEmporium, where you will find afriendly welcome in a fabulouslystylish environment! In hertranquil salon, Beth offers a fullrange of beauty treatmentsincluding eyebrow threading.Rosie Watts, Beccie Smith andEmma Powell provide a topquality professional hairdressingservice whether your style isclassic or contemporary.
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Rosemary Roast Potatoes & ParsnipsSERVES 8 AS A SIDE DISHIngredients2kg large floury potatoes1kg small parsnips (if large, halve lengthways)1 tbsp Maldon sea salt10 fresh rosemary sprigs8 tbsp vegetable oil
METHOD1. Preheat the oven to190C/fan170C/gas 5.Halve the potatoes. Placein a large pan of saltedwater. Bring to the boiland cook for 3 minutes.Add the parsnips and boilfor a further 3 minutes. Drain.To freeze: prepare up to the end of step 2, then spread out onbaking sheets to cool. Freeze until solid, then transfer to foodbags. Freeze for up to 1 month. On the day, cook from frozen,adding an extra 15 minutes to the cooking time.2. Meanwhile, grind the salt and rosemary leaves in a pestle andmortar, then sprinkle on the veg.3. Put the oil into a roasting tray and put in the oven for 5minutes. Tip the vegetables into the tray, toss and roast for 1hour. Increase the temperature to 200C/fan180C/gas 6. Turn thevegetables, then cook for 15 minutes, until golden and crispy.Serve and enjoy!
INGREDIENTS
• 1 whole Salmon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt & freshly groundblack pepper
• 3 lemons sliced
• 2 spring onions
• 1/2 cup chopped freshherbs - parsley,fennel,thyme
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• Preheat the oven to200C
• Wash the salmon anddry with paper towels.
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• Place a very large sheetof aluminium foil insidea baking dish, allowingextra foil for wrappingthe salmon.
. Position the salmon onthe foil, then place thelemon slices, springonions and herbs in thecavity of the salmonand over its surface.
• Fold over the foil toseal completely andbake in the oven for 35- 40 minutes or until thesalmon is just cookedthrough – this willdepend on the size ofyour fish!
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