BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cheltenham Animal Shelter - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Cheltenham Animal Shelter X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gawa.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cheltenham Animal Shelter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20250303T104926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T164157Z UID:49152-1748610000-1748624400@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Charlton Kings Summer Fayre DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Grange Field\, Charlton Kings. \nGet ready for an afternoon of fun at the Charlton Kings Summer Fayre\, organised by the local Parish Council\, on Saturday\, May 30th at the Grange Field! \nCheltenham Animal Shelter will be there hosting a fun dog show with rosettes and goody bags for the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners – so bring your furry friends and show off their best tricks\, talents\, and cuteness! \nIn addition to the dog show\, we’ll be selling a selection of pre-loved goods and offering some fun games for all ages. It’s the perfect chance to support a great cause while enjoying a lively and fun-filled afternoon with family and friends. \nCome along\, enjoy the festivities\, and maybe even leave with a rosette for your dog! We look forward to seeing you there! \nBut that’s not all! The fayre will also feature a children’s funfair\, live entertainment\, and lots of fun activities for all ages. Whether you’re enjoying the rides\, listening to the live music\, or participating in the games\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/charlton-kings-summer-fayre/ LOCATION:grange field\, Grange Field\, Charlton Kings\, Gloucestershire\, GL53 8AR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2019-Open-Day-Dog-Show-5-crop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250208T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20250130T131354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T131529Z UID:48770-1739005200-1739116800@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:For the love of animals DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekend-long 50% off everything sale to celebrate our love of animals in the run up to Valentines Day and check out our extended floor space at our new charity shop at 25 Winchcombe Street. \nWe will be launching the event with cakes\, drinks\, balloons and dogs on Saturday 8th February from 11am. \nOur charity shops provide a vital source of income to support our work with rescue pets. \nShop opening times and items we accept as donations can be found here. URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/for-the-love-of-animals/ LOCATION:Winchcombe Street Charity Shop\, 25 Winchcombe Street\, Cheltenham\, Gloucestershire CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Winchcome-Street-storefront-Jan-2025-11-edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20241105T123545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T124023Z UID:48136-1734170400-1734188400@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Animal Days Christmas Crafts DESCRIPTION:Saturday 14th December – 10am\, 12pm or 1:30pm\nOur Christmas Craft Session is an hour of festive fun for the whole family to enjoy. The session includes a selection of crafts\, warm drinks\, and a tour of Cheltenham Animal Shelter. \nTickets are £15 and each ticket reserves a table for an hour – each table caters for a maximum of 4 children and 2 adults. There is no minimum group size and no age restrictions apply however\, recommended for children aged 2+. \nCrafts will be demonstrated by the Education team\, including Christmas pom-poms cat tree\, rabbit baubles\, dog biscuits\, colouring\, and a keepsake to take away. You can choose to take your creations home for your own pets or even better why not donate them as a gift to a shelter resident and make their Christmas brighter! \n \n Book now URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/christmas-crafts/ LOCATION:Cheltenham Animal Shelter\, Gardners Lane\, Cheltenham\, GL51 9JW CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Christmas-Crafts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241101T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241101T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20240911T143439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T080932Z UID:47354-1730451600-1730476800@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Children's cat drawing workshop DESCRIPTION:Friday 1st November 2024Session one – 9am to 12pmSession two – 1pm to  4pm  \nA session for art and animal lovers aged 8 to 14! The session starts with a tour of Cheltenham Animal Shelter. Attendees will then spend the session with Primary School Teacher and Artist Sophie\, drawing one of the resident cats together in pastels. \nThe children will spend some time experimenting with materials before focusing on techniques and tips to draw eyes\, noses and fur. At the end of the session\, we will have all drawn a realistic cat in pastel pencils! \n \n book places URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/children-drawing-cats/ LOCATION:Cheltenham Animal Shelter\, Gardners Lane\, Cheltenham\, GL51 9JW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Art-Workshop-Charlie-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20240830T110615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T110616Z UID:47145-1729324800-1729443600@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Sandford Parks Lido dog swim DESCRIPTION:Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th OctoberSandford Parks Lido\nBring your four-legged friend along to the lido for their annual dog swim! A fun weekend and family-friendly\, for those dogs who make a big splash and those who wander gently into the water this is not one to miss if you are a dog lover. \n \n book places\n \n \n \n \n \n Please ensure that you are ready and prepared to enter the water if your dog cannot swim without aid. There must be one person aged 16 or above per dog. The dog’s welfare remains the responsibility of the owner\, by purchasing a ticket you are agreeing to these responsibilities. URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/lido-dog-swim-2/ LOCATION:Sandford Parks Lido\, Keynsham Road\, Cheltenham\, GL53 7PU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Sanford-Parks-Lido-Dog-Swim.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240921T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20240813T101714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T104055Z UID:46880-1726923600-1726938000@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Charlton Kings Autumn Fayre DESCRIPTION:We will be hosting a Fun Dog Show at The Grange Field (by Kings Hall) in Charlton Kings on Saturday 21st September giving your canine companion the opportunity to put their best paw forward for the chance to win a goody bag in one of our five classes.\n \nRegistration opens at 1pm and the last class enters the ring at 2:50pm. £2 per class to enter and the 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive a rosette and goodie bag. The full class schedule can be seen on our website at www.gawa.org.uk/events-calendar\n \nThe annual Autumn Fayre is undergoing an exciting transformation this year! In addition to the usual array of FREE activities for kids and families\, as well as local businesses\, charities\, and community group stalls\, the Autumn Fayre is becoming Charlton Kings’ very own Food and Drink Festival!\n \nStroll through a delightful array of stalls showcasing handmade crafts\, artisanal products\, local charities and delectable treats from our talented regional vendors. Live music sets the perfect ambiance as you explore the variety of offerings. Don’t miss out on the chance to meet your local councillors\, who are eager to connect with the community and listen to your valuable feedback.\n \nFree games and activities abound for all ages! Whether you’re a sports enthusiast or prefer nature pursuits\, there’s something for everyone (and for FREE): friendly football penalty competition\, face painting\, circus and drumming workshops\, vintage games and more!\n \nMark your calendar and bring your friends and family to this unmissable event! URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/charlton-kings-autumn-fayre/ LOCATION:grange field\, Grange Field\, Charlton Kings\, Gloucestershire\, GL53 8AR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Event-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240802T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20240718T124054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T091252Z UID:46223-1722596400-1722618000@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:NCLB Party in the Park DESCRIPTION:11am-5pm on Friday 2nd August in Pittville Park \nThis Summer brings along No Child Left Behind’s (NCLB) fantastic & FREE ‘Party in the Park‘ family event and the Shelter is excited to be a part of this year’s festivities! \nThe day will be themed around the Paris Olympics 2024 and will include a diverse range of free opportunities for children including sports\, circus skills\, live music\, inflatables and lots more! \nTaking place 11am-5pm on Friday 2nd August\, the event is hosted in Pittville Park and will be welcoming organisations and activities including Cheltenham Town FC\, Cheltenham Tigers\, Therapy ponies\, Gloucestershire libraries\, Fun science\, Cheerleading and so much more… a fantastic community event for the whole family to enjoy. \nOur Education Team will be attending\, heading up a pet education zone where you can get free pet advice and support as well as the opportunity to make some fun activities and enrichment toy items for your pets at home. \n \n find out more URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/nclb-party-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Pittville Park CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCLB-Party-in-the-Park-5-x-4-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250217 DTSTAMP:20260405T183432 CREATED:20230710T133725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T154536Z UID:202-1708041600-1739750399@gawa.org.uk SUMMARY:Daily tours of Cheltenham Animal Shelter DESCRIPTION:Visit us – book your Shelter tour\nOur visitors are important to us and so we have introduced free guided visitor tours of the Shelter. \nDuring the Covid pandemic\, we found that the animals in our care benefitted greatly from the calm\, quiet environment with fewer visitors around throughout the day. Our Shelter tours enable animal lovers to visit our site\, see our animals and gain more understanding about the work we do. \nAlthough you will need to book your place on a tour\, all places are free. Each tour will last about 30 minutes\, although you should allow a little extra time for your visit. Car parking is available. \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n Please note: Due to the nature of our site\, disabled access is limited in some areas. If you have special access requirements\, please email reception@gawa.org.uk to confirm the suitability of the tours before booking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Booking terms\n\nTours must be booked by midnight the day before.\nBookings cannot be made on the day.\nAll general visitors must book to be on a tour\, and children should be accompanied by an adult.\nNo owners’ dogs or other pets are allowed on the tour.\nThere are no refreshment facilities on-site.\n\nIf you need assistance with your booking\, please call us on 01242 548775 \n \n Book now URL:https://gawa.org.uk/event/shelter-tours/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gawa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/team.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR