Jason visits Hampton Ferry this month to chat with Diana Raphael, who was born there in the 1930s and has lived there almost her entire life.

Join us, as Diana relates tales from her childhood, through to her time serving as Mayor of Evesham, in this fascinating discussion of how much times have changed over the past century.

Diana's book, Living Next to Paradise, was recently published and you can pick up a copy from Raphael's Restaurant.

Happy New Year to all our listeners! As we step into 2025, The Vale Matters Podcast returns with a fresh look and a brand-new host. In this special double-length episode, outgoing host Katie Gilbert is joined by experienced author, publisher, and podcaster Jason Ayres, who will be taking over the reins from now on. To mark the occasion, this handover episode features two halves. First, Katie chats with Jason about his life as an author, his journey so far, and what attracted him to take on this role. Then, the tables turn, and Jason takes over as Katie becomes his very first guest. For the past couple of years, Katie has interviewed countless local people – but how much do we know about the woman behind Evesham Noticeboard’s success? Tune in for an engaging and entertaining start to the New Year! ** We are now actively seeking guests to be on the podcast in 2025. Do you have a local charity or organisation you'd like to tell the Vale about? Or perhaps, you're helping to keep it local by building an independent business here. Whichever it may be, if you have a story to tell we'd love to hear from you **

Come and find us at Evesham Noticeboard: https://www.eveshamnoticeboard.co.uk/thevalematterspodcast

Or you can email Jason directly at jason.ayres@btinternet.com

We're diving into the fascinating world of the Evesham U3A. Join us as we debunk the myths and explore the vibrant community behind this popular group. Interesting to learn more about this fantastic group in Evesham. Thanks to Ali & Cath being our lovely guests!

What is reiki (not so easy for me to pronouce lol) ? These two business women share their journey and career paths to this mindful career and the impact it can have on our lives. Plus some crystal sounds to enjoy from The Holistic Lady!

We are lucky to have two very inspiring local women, Alex and Victoria they are a combination of entrepreneurs but with a big dollop of chill! Some of you may know these ladies and may of attended a session, from sounds baths to yoga and how these ladies changed there career paths to this wonderful business of mindfulness and self care.

Learn more and follow Alex and Victoria on social media plus check out their websites for sessions and news.

⁠Alex Bannard Yoga & Mindfulness⁠

⁠The Holistic Lady - Blackminster Evesham ⁠

In our 11th Evesham The Vale Matters Podcast we delve deep into Evesham's rich history with The Battle of Evesham main organiser Mick Hurst and curator of The Almonry Museum Ashley Jeynes. We really did learn alot more about our town, the history and the people who are doing a great job to sharing Evesham's rich history.

www.battleofevesham.co.uk

www.almonryevesham.org

Take a listen!

Lets be open and talk about dementia, what's available within our community in Evesham.

From feelings and reasons to getting a diagnosed to support available for carers. We talk openly about what is available and the people helping making life better for those living with this disease.

We chat with chairlady and volunteer support worker and marketing support Lyndsay and Debbie from Evesham Dementia Action Alliance, based at EDMHSS, also home to Evesham Dementia Cafe, for carers and those diagnosed.

Please share and show your support for our free podcasts bought to you by Evesham Noticeboard.

Thank you to the guests who attended despite the heat and the seriousness of the topic, we had fun and it was truly an honour.

For more support and information please visit

www.eveshamdaa.org.uk

www.facebook.com/EveshamDAA

To make a donation please visit:

https://www.justgiving.com/evesham-mentalhealthsupport

Raise a glass for episode nine! This time, we're pulling up a stool and getting comfy to chat about something near and dear to our community: our beloved pubs!

Join us as we meet two local legends: Nigel Smith, the friendly face behind The Fleece Inn in Bretforton, and Tom Doggett, the host with the most at The Red Lion in Evesham's Market Square.

We'll be clinking glasses as we delve into the ups and downs of running a pub, with some laughs guaranteed along the way. Evesham boasts a fantastic selection of pubs, and we're thrilled to chat with these two publicans about what matters to them and the industry they're so passionate about.

So, tune in and get ready to be properly entertained!

Red Lion website https://redlionevesham.co.uk/

The Fleece Inn https://thefleeceinn.co.uk/

Episode 8! In this episode we chat with local Evesham beauty and hair entrepreneurs Lucy Fletcher, Gareth Martin and Vicki Baker. And host Katie Gilbert learns how to pronounce a new word lol We are lucky to be home to many hair and beauty salons in Evesham, Pershore and Broadway, it makes it a competitive marketplace and we learn more about what it takes to be in this beauty business and along the way we have some giggles!

Whether you are in the industry or not we hope this conversation gives you a insight in to one of Evesham’s most popular industry – the hair & beauty. (apologies for sounds in background)

https://www.eveshamnoticeboard.co.uk/home

ICONIC HAIR

ICONIC BEAUTY

THE BEAUTY SHACK & LASER LOUNGE

VICKI BAKER MOBILE HAIR & MUA