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Introduction
That big hole that looks like a meteor has hit the pub is the new loos. During this building process we might have suffer inconvenience for a wee bit but, bare with us we promise it will be worth it in the end. (far too many puns there Steve, Stu)

Old Spot Award Presentation
For those that don't know we won CAMRA South West Pub of the Year and we are now on our way to the final which we won't find out about until the early part of next year. The award Presentation Party will be held on Sunday 28th Oct from 4.30pm. There will be ample amounts of Fodder, Beverages and Music from Ken & Jody of the Drunken Brewers! Everyone is welcome.

Rugby World Cup
Writing this newsletter, I'm still on a high from that fantastic Australia v England game . . . never, ever did I think we could do it . . . . . but one man had the faith even the foresight to get the exact score, me thinks he is showing the signs of a seer - Evo, any tips on the lotto?

Everards Tiger?
Some of you may be wondering why Everards Tiger is back on the bar after I swore it would never return after Leicester knocked the cherry and whites out the cup. But revenge is a dish best served cold, and that was exactly how the crowd were at Welford Road when Glos annihilated Leicester on home turf - you could have heard a pin drop! The Tiger crowd were dumbfounded, their first loss in 40 games …. so Tiger is back - on the back as a sweet reminder of such a great day.

Uley Brewery wins Awards
Someone else had a good day last month was Chas Wright of Uley Brewery, winning prizes for not one but two of his beers from CAMRA! On behalf of Chas, I would like to thank them for such generous distribution of their accolades. (There was in fact a 'minor' cock up on the award - they put the wrong beer on it so ended up having to produce another one!) However, we can proudly announce that Uley' Pigs Ear is CAMRA's Champion Beer of Gloucestershire, 2007!

Brewery Trip to Uley
Looking forward to the 11th of this month - we have our much anticipated return to Uley Brewery. As ever it will be a great night - and big thanks to Chas and the guys for allowing us back. We advise everybody to be on their best behavior as their wont be any medics in attendance! Photos next month!

Raising Money for the MacMillan Trust
By the time you read this Rev Janet will be back on the bar. I will admit it's mine and everybody's favorite barman's best tipple, so expect to see few hangovers floating behind the bar this month!

The Macmillan 4x4 UK Challenge
Supported by sponsorship from The Old Spot and Uley Brewery, Alan Greenhill of Kite and Skate, will be taking part in the event, the objective being to provide an interesting 'Challenge' for 4x4 owners / addicts / enthusiasts over a weekend 'somewhere' in the UK, whilst supporting a worthy charity. The proceeds of the fun - which depends largely on the sponsorship which teams can raise - will go to "Macmillan Cancer Support" www.macmillan.org.uk, the country's major charity devoted to the treatment and care of people with cancer and their families. It supports Macmillan's continuing efforts to provide better support services through the well known Macmillan Nurses, doctors, buildings and patient grants.

Please sponsor us for the Mac 4x4 2008: www.justgiving.com/snafu
Also have a look at: Mac 4x4, in aid of Macmillan Cancer support: www.mac4x4challenge.co.uk.

More information can be found in last month's newsletter.

Carbon Neutral BeerFest
The end of this month will see our very 1st Carbon Footprint Beer Festival - 26th-28th Oct. All beers are sourced locally and discussions will be held between you guys and various professional bodies on how we can all help. After the weekend, we'll look at meter readings and carbon emissions to discover the footprint from the brewery to the palate. The results of our findings will be published in next month's newsletter. If you have an opinion on this and would like to get involved on either side of this debate, please email me at .       Click here for more information.

The Old Spot conquers West Wales!
Do you recognise this pub? (Just in case - click the image for a closer look!)
So where IS the Old Spot? We thought it was in Dursley, but apparently its in West Wales! Ric Sainty and Steve Herbert were extremely upset to find their pub was actually in Wales after all these years - although they took it as a compliment in some respects, but the publishers also had the audacity to take our name off the front. And we've got a lager logo splashed across the front of what we think is a great Real Ale Pub!

Quiz
Can you think of a suitable caption to describe the above? The best caption wins a meal for two and a bottle of wine. Send an email to or drop a note across the bar - Don't forget to put your name and contact number on it!

Tom, Dick and . . . Harry?
Birthday Boy in Birthday Suit

Christmas Meals
Well now we're at Xmas (nearly!). Bookings have gone mad with weekends and most evenings booked, so please if you want to come and have your works /friends or family party here, get in touch sharpish. Menus and Booking Forms are available from over the bar or from the website.

The Old Gits Xmas Party
The 'must be seen at' event of the year, otherwise known as "The Old Gits Christmas Party" is approaching fast and is set for the Sunday, 22nd Dec. It is the perfect opportunity to make new friends, get acquainted again with old ones, or just sit there, get drunk and fall asleep in your Xmas pudding. If any of the above appeals to you, put your name down behind the bar with your pre-order and a £5 deposit.
Remember, Old Gits are for life and not just Xmas!


Forthcoming Events
:: Wed 24th Oct
- The Old Spot Pickers are back

:: Wed 31st October
- Wychwood Pumpkin Competition. Loads of prizes.
  Click here for more info.

:: Wed 7th Nov
- Wilcox and Brooks as seen at Frocester

:: Wed 14th Nov
- Leon Daye

:: Thur 15th Nov
- Meet the Brewer - Adnams

:: Thur 29th Nov
- Butcombe Brewery Tour (tbc)

Cheers!
Steve Herbert
October 2007THE OLD SPOT INN

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