{mosimage}The Very Reverend Francis Close led protest demonstrations against racing at Cheltenham – militant action as rocks and empty bottles were thrown at horses and riders.

ONE wonders what the Very Reverend Francis Close would make of it all. Is he turning in his West Country grave somewhere in Gloucester? Is he roaring in the world beyond that he told everyone so?
The gambling on horses that has been known to leave no bread on tables at home. The gambling on the card table. There are even a few roulette wheels if you care to seek them out.