Jekka’s Herb Farm is a specialist nursery just 10 miles north of Bristol, growing over 600 herb varieties organically for mail order. The farm is usually closed to the public, so Open Days are a great opportunity to browse and buy amongst the scents and senses of some rare and beautiful herb species, meet award winning writer and broadcaster, Jekka McVicar, and attend her (pre-bookable) herb workshops, plus a FREE farm tour.

Certified organic by the Soil Association, the farm is a haven for bees, birds and butterflies. In fact, the UK Government’s own advisors found that plant, insect and bird life is up to 50% greater on organic farms. The September Open Days begin on the first day of the Soil Association Organic Fortnight 2010, promoting organic as an everyday choice, and the Open Days feature an end-of-season herb plant sale – an excellent opportunity to stock up on perennial bargains for autumn planting (the best time in all to plant hardy, perennial herbs).

Seasonal, locally sourced refreshments available. Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com

Supporting health charities BRACE and CARE, Youth Centre Roof Fund and other local projects.

To be opened by Mrs Joan Hawkins (Alveston’s own supporter of allotments, arts and charities). Entrance to all events by lucky draw programme only £1 Adult / 50p child (5-16 years), under 5s free.

Lots to do and see including:

• Viewing of flowers, vegetables, cakes and crafts
• Cream Teas and other refreshments
• Raffle with generous prizes
• Displays and lots of activities
• Music from Mo, Mac ‘n’ Me
• Marlwood School Music
• Dancing and Martial Arts and Tai Chi displays
• Skittles and Boules to try!
• Tug of War Competition
• Tethered Hot Air balloon
• Craft and Charity Stalls
• Community Showcase
• Lucky Programme - Food Hamper prize

The River, music, surf, ecology, talks, heritage, food, film, art, poetry, pig roast, cider, camping.
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Come and indulge in a celebration of food in Thornbury. Castle Street and the Plain are being closed off to allow local food suppliers and caterers to display their products and services. There'll be plenty to see, try and buy.

This event is organised by Thornbury Chamber of Commerce.
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Free entry to the museum plus attic tours and family trails.
www.jennermuseum.com

ACT (Arts and Community in Thornbury) is delighted to offer a warm welcome to anyone and everyone from 0 to 90, to join Mr Toad for a musical version of his adventures, plus a sumptuous afternoon tea, which Toad's helpers will serve in the secret garden, weather permitting!

This costumed and narrated musical treatment of The Wind In The Willows was written by John Rutter and will be sung by a mixed barbershop singing group called Razor Sharp, accompanied by Nigel Davies on the piano, with Barbie Davies as the Magistrate and a Field Mouse!

This group was formed more than 25 years ago in response to a Church roof appeal and since than has raised many hundreds of pounds for worthy causes. The entertainment will be followed by a delicious picnic tea, with plenty of home made treats, served in hampers from 'Toad Hall'.

Tickets are £8 and £7 for FACTs (Friends of ACT) and are available from Thornbury Garden Centre in the High Street. This is sure to be a popular event and places are limited, so tootle along, like Toad, and join in the fun!

To learn more about ACT's exciting project to provide a theatre-based community complex, please click and discover how to become a FACT!
www.ACTthornbury.org.uk

The Stroke Association is urging cyclists to take part in a 42 mile cycle ride between Berkley Castle and Chepstow Castle.

This will be the second year of the event which saw 170 people kick-start the challenge last year.

Steve Chesworth, Regional Fundraising Manager for The Stroke Association explained: “Last year was incredibly successful and we are very much looking forward to celebrating the second year of the event with even more people taking part.

“Besides the amazing scenery you can enjoy along the route, you will have the opportunity to join cyclists from a range of ages and levels of fitness and bring your friends and family too.

“It is estimated that 1,440 people in Gloucestershire will have a stroke each year and 653 people will die from stroke. By taking part in this challenge, your fundraising efforts will help us to combat stroke in people of all ages through research and campaigning and by offering support to people who have been affected.”

Regular exercise can significantly reduce your risk of stroke by helping to lower your blood pressure. High blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for stroke.

Taking part in Castle 2 Castle challenge will not only help you to lower your risk of stroke but will also help raise funds to enable The Stroke Association to continue to offer support to people in Gloucestershire.

Participants will be offered a choice of five routes. These include a 42 mile circular course starting at either Berkeley or Chepstow Castle, a 21 mile route from either castle or a 10 mile route starting and finishing at Berkley Castle.

Places are available for a £10 registration fee (£20 for families) and participants are asked to raise a minimum of £50 (£90 per family).

For a free information pack and to register please contact the Castle 2 Castle Events team on 0117 953 1200 or email below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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Evening lecture by David Tandy on The Waterways of Berkeley.
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Our car boot sales are on the last Sunday of each month, between February and October. It is free for buyers, Cars - £5, Vans, Trailers - £10. Sellers set up 8.30-11.30am, buyers are welcome between 9am and 1pm. All proceeds go to Marlwood School.
For more information, call Gail on 01454 417823.
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Old Down Country Park is delighted to offer a series of Art Classes to be held over the Autumn. A ten week course commencing September 29th with weekly Wednesday sessions at 10am for 2 hours is open to all grades and types of artist - expert or beginner.

Additionally there are two full day courses one in October and one in November concentrating on different aspects of Art.

Click below to download the flier giving more information or please contact Simon Gould at ODCP on 01454 414081 or by email below.
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The Festival runs from 1st to 17th October and over 30 producers are involved. Events include a demo on how to make sausages, a visit to Thornbury Castle's vineyard, the chance to learn how to joint poultry and much more.

For further information, please contact Val Harding on 01454 863883 or by e-mail below.
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Come along and join in a cookery demonstration by Romy – who specialises in authentic Indian cuisine and has produced her own range of Indian sauces. Maximum 12 people.
Tel: 01454 806370 to book a place.

This event is part of the 'Taste' Local Food & Drink Festival. Unless mentioned, all events are FREE – just turn up. Bookings are only necessary where stated for individual events. Bookings are taken separately by each producer, so please contact them directly in order to book your place.

South Gloucestershire Council is responsible for organising the Festival but does not take responsibility for actual visits or sampling of produce.

Remember, in some cases you will be visiting working farms and walking on rough and muddy ground. Please take care on all visits and wear appropriate footwear and clothing. All information is correct at time of uploading, but it's worth checking details before setting out.
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