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VET KILLED IN CATTLE STAMPEDE

Liz Crowsley, 49, was walking her pets on the Pennine Way on Sunday when she was surrounded by the herd before being killed. A walker discovered her body on the picturesque bridleway near Gaudy House Farm, just outside the hamlet of Gayle in Wensleydale, shortly after noon. Yesterday, colleague Simon Jones, a partner at the surgery, paid tribute to a ‘highly respected colleague’. “Liz, who qualified as a vet from the University of Liverpool in 1984, worked at the Willows Veterinary Group for most of her career, becoming a partner in 1991,” he said. “Her superb veterinary and personnel skills saw her progress to becoming senior small animal partner for the group in 2002. “Liz was a highly respected colleague and will be hugely missed by her colleagues, friends and clientele.” An expert in keyhole surgery, Miss Crowsley moved to the practice on

Tributes to woman who died trying to protect pet dogs By Laurie Stocks-Moore and Ben Coulbeck Chester Road, Hartford, from another in Stockton Heath, Warrington. It is believed Miss Crowsley may have tried to protect her collie and spaniel as they were unhurt. A North Yorkshire police spokesman said: “Police are carrying out an investigation on behalf of the coroner and the Health and Safety Executive is also involved.” Police are now appealing for any witnesses to come forward. A Yorkshire Ambulance Service vehicle and an air ambulance were dispatched and paramedics battled to save her life, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Miss Crowsley, who was single and had no children, was on a weekend break in the Yorkshire Dales when the herd stampeded. She appeared to have been trapped against a dry-stone wall before being trampled. It is believed Miss Crowsley was staying in a nearby holiday cottage at the time. Her relatives, including her mother and brother who lives outside the UK, have been informed.

TRAGEDY: Liz Crowsley, 49, a vet at Willows Veterinary Practice, Hartford, who was trampled to death by cattle as she walked her dogs.

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MP’s relief after expenses published MID Cheshire MP Stephen O’Brien says his assurance that he had ‘nothing to hide’ over his expenses have been vindicated following the online publication of his allowances. The Shadow Minister for Health came out smiling on Thursday morning when the expense claims of every MP were released. Speaking to the Chronicle from his Westminster office, the Tarporleybased 52-year-old Tory MP for Eddisbury reiterated his desire for ‘complete transparency’ across every aspect of parliamentary democracy. “I’ve been very anxious, just because it’s been a terribly difficult time,” he said. “I’ve wanted to publish this stuff for ages but we were strongly advised not to over data protection issues.” While revelations by the Daily Telegraph have embarrassed some MPs and forced others to announce they will not be standing again at the next General Election, Mr O’Brien – whose Eddisbury constituency covers Cuddington, Davenham, Moulton, Oakmere and Winsford – has stayed out of the headlines. “I’m so glad it’s transparent now,” he said. “No-one can suggest I was trying to hide anything.” Mt O’Brien spent £349 on what is listed as a 'stool' for his second home, ‘a small mid-1980s terraced box’ in September 2005, and £195 on a chair in May 2007. He also spent £679.78 of the public’s money on a Toshiba television and accessories including a DVD player and Freeview box in November, 2004, at the Comet store in Chester.

RELIEF: Eddisbury MP Stephen O’Brien has sais he never had anything to hide after his expense claims were published last week. And the taxpayer footed a £584.55 Orange mobile phone bill paid in October 2007 for the previous month, when he was in Africa in his capacity as chairman of the All Party Group on Malaria. Mr O’Brien claimed a total of £153,027 in parliamentary expenses for the 2007/08 financial year. More than £88,000 was spent on staff, and £23,426 was claimed for costs incurred in running his Westminster office. He also claimed £23,034 for his second home allowance and £15,418 for travel costs, but did not receive a penny for communications. “I’ve never ‘flipped’ or claimed for

anything I shouldn’t have,” said Mr O’Brien. “My house in Cheshire and everything in it is bought and paid for out of mine and my wife’s own savings.” Full details of all MPs’ expenses can be seen online at www.parliament.com. Key details such as addresses and bank and credit card numbers have all been blacked out – redacted – for ‘security and privacy’ reasons. The process of redaction has poured further scorn on parliamentarians who are accused of trying to perpetrate an inept cover-up to hide any further embarrassment. It backfired spectacularly, succeeding only in enraging the public further.

Receipts reveal penchant for pies and crisps A RECEIPT submitted by Eddisbury MP and Shadow Health Minister Stephen O’Brien shows he spent £8.61 on ‘convenience’ food. A scanned copy of a till receipt from an Esso petrol

station lists a string of unhealthy snacks – but they were all paid for out of Mr O’Brien’s own pocket. He splashed out on a roast beef sandwich (£2.60), egg sandwich (90p), a cheese

twist (72p), pork pie (71p), a large bar of Galaxy chocolate (£1.02) and crisps (51p). It was all washed down with a carton of Tropicana orange juice (£1.75) and a 40p pint of milk.

A string of other submitted receipts show the sweettoothed Mid Cheshire Tory MP snacking on sweets and chocolate bars – but he does not claim for them on his ‘exes’.

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Culture trip to Lakes

NORTHWICH culture group DAN (Development of the Arts in Northwich) is organising a heritage tour to the Lake District this weekend. The trip, on Saturday, will take in Kendal Castle, Kendal Museum, Abbot Hall Art Gallery and The Museum of Natural History and Archaeology. After lunch it is on to Blackwell House, overlooking Lake Windermere, which showcases fine examples of decorative arts, carved oak, ironwork, and exhibitions of contemporary and applied arts. The trip costs £18 and the coach leaves Northwich Memorial Hall at 8.30am. Tickets are available from the DAN office at Northwich Library on 01606 41597 or online at www.danarts.org.

Day of discovery

LOSTOCK Gralam Primary School is holding its family Day of Discovery on July 4. Funded by the National Lottery, all the fun-filled activities are open to pupils and their families – and they are all free. The aim is for families to discover new talents and skills together. Activities include den-building, ice-skating, climbing, a treasure hunt, scarecrow-making, watercolour painting, dance and circus skills. Everyone who takes part will receive a special passport as a souvenir of the day, which will be stamped as each activity takes place. The day closes with a family barbecue.

Fundraising quiz night

THE newly-formed reading group OWL (Our Winsford Library) is holding its first fundraising event tomorrow night (Thursday) at 6.30pm. Quizmaster for the evening will be library manager Ian Anstice. Space is limited, so teams are restricted to a maximum of six. There will be prizes and refreshments and advance tickets are £1 for adults and 50p for children (on the night adults are £1.50). To buy tickets or for further information, call 07588 632884 or drop into the library.

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DAVENHAM Ramblers’ 3.5-mile scenic stroll around the lanes and fields of Higher Burwardsley, with a climb through woodlands to the top of Bulkeley Hill, takes place tonight (Wednesday). Anyone who wants to take part should meet at The Bulls Head for car share at 6.15pm, or at the Candle Factory car park at 7pm. For more information contact Sue Mulder or Joyce Mellor on 01606 884352 or 01606 46977 or visit www.davenhamramblers.co.uk.

Doorstep delivery woes

BARNTON’S Neighbourhood Policing Team held a surgery for residents to have their say on issues in the area on Tuesday. PC Diana Wiggins said: “It was a great opportunity for residents to talk to us face to face and let us know their concerns.” Among the topics raised was a problem with milk being stolen from doorsteps. PC Wiggins said officers would be keeping their eye out for the culprits on their patrols. “Someone’s business is suffering through these thefts and anyone caught will be dealt with.”

Play bingo for charity

THE RAOB Club, Witton Street, Northwich, is hosting a night of fundraising bingo in aid of the Chernobyl Children’s Life Line. Eyes down is 7.30pm on Friday, and admission is 20p. For more information contact Colin Vale on 01606 49481.

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Treatment Award for adventurous theatre cancelled over fear of lawsuit

A FAMILY escaped unhurt after a suspected arson attack on their Winsford home. Cheshire Police have appealed for witnesses following a fire at a house on Esk Road on the Wharton Estate at 1am on Thursday. “A 30-year-old male occupant of the house was alerted to a fire and quickly managed to extinguish it,” said a police spokesperson. “At the time the man’s partner and two small children were in the house. Fortunately no one was injured and the damage was minimal.” ■ Anyone with information is asked to contact Det Con Gary Morris on 0845 4580000.

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A PATIENT in Northwich was refused treatment at a town-centre surgery because a nurse was worried the practice could be sued.

A 26-year-old man was turned away from Danebridge Medical Centre last week after a nurse told him that syringing his ears was ‘too risky’. The patient, who’d been told by a doctor he needed the traditional treatment to help his hearing, was told that syringing his ears would be dangerous as ‘there’s a possibility of perforating an eardrum’. He said the nurse told him: “This is the procedure that results in the most legal actions. “If patients are a bit older and have had their ears syringed often, we’ll treat them. But now we’re moving away from the treatment and we won’t treat younger patients.” The patient was told to treat the build up of wax in his ears with olive oil instead, despite having an appointment arranged and ear syringing prescribed by a doctor. Central and Eastern PCT spokesman Dave Rowson told the Chronicle that ear syringing was available at Danebridge but that such treatment was dangerous. “There is no PCT policy on this but some practices may adopt different approaches through clinical training and evidence taken from medical journals,” he said. “There is a real danger an ear drum could be perforated and a clinical decision has been taken by the nurse. “It’s down to looking at an individual and looking at whether alternative treatment would provide better care for that individual patient.” Neighbouring Western PCT said its practices continue to offer ear syringing and it has never been sued in relation to the treatment.

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IN THE BLOOD: Richard Sadler was shortlisted for Best Actor by the Cheshire Theatre Guild for his role as the title character in the Harlequin Theatre’s Dracula. NORTHWICH’S Harlequin Theatre has been honoured by the Cheshire Theatre Guild, winning the Adjudicator’s Award for Theatrical Adventure. At the awards night, on Wednesday, last week, every one of the Davenhambased group’s productions in the 2008-9 season was nominated in at least one category. The Harlequins scooped the top gong against a field of 54 productions from 14 leading amateur theatrical groups from across Cheshire. Chairman Gordon Hamlin said: “I want to congratulate everyone who contributed to the strength and suc-

REGENERATION projects topped the agenda of the Winsford Community Forum. They included the Winning Winsford initiative and a Playbuilder project to deliver a new children’s play area. More than 20 representatives of the community attended the inaugural meeting of the forum at the new Lifestyle Centre. They discussed the positive impact of the improvements and outlined the way residents can be kept informed and raise concerns with

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A MAN in his early 20s was given a police caution for possession of cannabis following a drugs search on Friday morning. A property on Esk Road on the Wharton Estate was also raided by police that day and a 35-year-old man will appear in court later this year following his arrest on suspicion of possessing cannabis and cocaine.

cess of the 2008/09 season. “Its quality and diversity was the equal of any theatre company, amateur or professional.” Other awards won by the Harlequins went to Jay Rees and Roger Boultbee, who won the Ron Gleave Shield for Best Lighting and Sound for their work on Dracula, and Caroline Young, who received the award for Best Poster for Damages. Other Harlequin Theatre nominations included Richard Sadler for Best Actor (Dracula); Sue Curran (The Glass Menagerie) and Jenny Hindmarch (Forgotten Voices) for Best Actress.

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Pupils perform with the Hallé YOUNGSTERS from five Mid Cheshire primary schools were among 1,800 from across the county who performed with the world-famous Hallé Orchestra at the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester. The children listened to the Hallé perform a programme including music from Star Wars and had the chance to sing and perform two pieces with the orchestra.. Taking part in the event were children from Goostrey Community, Leftwich Community, St Mary’s Catholic, Middlewich, St

Wilfrid’s Catholic, Hartford and Wincham primary schools. The youngsters have been taking part in a programme which provides them with experience of learning a musical instrument in the classroom. Rob Nash, manager of the Cheshire Music Education Partnership, said: “This was an incredible opportunity for the children to experience the thrill of listening to a professional orchestra and to actually play with them in a fantastic setting.”

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MORE than 3,000 fixed penalty notices have been issued to speeding motorists in Mid Cheshire over the past 12 months, new police figures show. Statistics obtained by the Chronicle reveal serious accidents are down 69% on average in areas monitored by Gatso cameras. Lee Murphy, Cheshire Safer Roads Partnership manager, said: “In Northwich and Winsford during the last 12 months – May 1, 2008 to May 1, 2009 – there have been 3110 fixed penalty notices issued from safety cameras across all sites.” If every £60 fixed penalty was paid, a total of £186,600 would be paid in fines to central government. Mr Murphy said in reality the amount is lower as drivers can also have their case heard before a court or enrol on a speed awareness course. The Chronicle also asked for a list of the top 10 cam-

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By Dave Goodban eras in both Northwich and Winsford which catch the most speeding drivers. But Mr Murphy said police would not release the information because of fears specific cameras would targeted by vandals. But he claimed the proof of the success of safety cameras is in the statistics. He said: “On average the number of people killed and seriously injured at locations where there are cameras has reduced by 69% – proving the cameras are clearly playing a part in making our roads safer. “On average each year before the cameras went up, 26 people would be injured, two fatally and nine seriously. “Since the cameras went in that figure has reduced to one fatality and one serious injury.”

HAIRY ADVENTURE: A pack of giant Newfoundland dogs will be taking part in a unique fundraiser at Winsford Flashes next month.

VOLUNTEERS are being asked to jump into the Winsford Flashes for charity – and get rescued by a 14-stone Newfoundland dog! Hearing Dogs for Deaf People (HDDP) has teamed up with Canis Major Newfoundland Dog Training Group. Animal lovers can embark on the fundraising fun day on Saturday July 25. HDDP spokeswoman Nicky Litchfield said: “Participants will be taken out by boat into the middle of the lake before jumping into the water, and being rescued by a hairy, but gentle, giant!” ■ To take part, call Nicky on 01257 260988.

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I’ll grow old – but I’ll never grow up! JUSTWilliam The musings of a middle-aged man from Middle England THE other day at school one of the kids did something daft and it got me thinking about all the daft things me and my mates used to get up to. I will not name names (and I refuse to say whether I was actually involved), all I will say is I was involved in some of them. Believe it or not, in one lesson we smoked straws, God alone knows why – they tasted awful. We feigned illness when we had not done our homework in the hope of getting sent home, it worked on at least one occasion but the perpetrator got caught out when his father took him to the doc’s that night. The daftest was the decision by a small group of us not to run the whole length of the cross-country course but to strip off halfway, swim the canal then rejoin the race after a few runners had gone past. It would have worked but for the fact that the other runners all had their hands stamped at the bridge. The result was that those boys were running the cross-country course for the next few lunch times! Then there was the time someone borrowed the cine-film on human reproduction, which turned out to be a non-event – it was just diagrams. We had seen diagrams but never the real thing, no Playboy in those days, just Health and Beauty which had all the interesting bits painted out. Out of school there was the usual knocking on doors then running away and my personal favourite, shouting out to men on bikes “Hey, Charlie!” Whether their name was Charlie or not they all acknowledge our shouts, some nearly falling off their bikes. Once, for a bet, someone fired a catapult at a target on the other side of a main road. Just as he did a car came by and the stone flew through the back window. Too stupid or scared to run, that little escapade cost his dad 10 shillings, a lot of money in those days. A gang of us crossed the canal on an ICI pipeline – and survived. So when you hear of kids doing stupid things just remember we did daft things too. I still do daft things but, as I tell the wife, I have to grow old but I refuse to grow up!

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AS someone who was never convinced of the need or wisdom of splitting Cheshire in two, my worst fears were confirmed when I read about how East and West were now acting as one! It seems the biggest thing they have had to trumpet since the county was split in half was a celebration about how they have signed a deal to share a host of services! Without any hint of irony, they have gushingly announced that they are delivering 30 services ‘to reduce costs and improve effciency...’ But hang on a minute, wasn’t the whole idea of the split to make the whole operation more efficient – ie cheaper – for the Council Tax payers who have to pick up the tab? So the two halves will be acting as one to save money that would have been saved if they hadn’t split in the first place! On top of that, no doubt both unitary authorities have spent millions scrapping Cheshire County Council branding and replacing it with their own. Am I missing something here? Can anybody explain the rationale behind it? How do the ratepayers benefit? Vale Royal may have gone to reduce one tier of local government but we’ve been saddled with a half-baked solution which undermines everything it seeks to achieve. But not to worry, give it another decade or two and we’ll probably revert back to the status quo. It is little wonder that people are completely disenchanted with the whole political process. Most of the politicians at Westminster seem more interested in filling in lavish expenses claims than running the country. I believe the local politicians were saddled with the split in Cheshire by Whitehall, so at least they have some excuse. In any event, they are clearly working round the system foisted on them by joining together in almost everything but name! ‘EXASPERATED’ Delamere (Full name & address supplied)

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MORE than 30 years ago it was my wistful boyhood dream to be Prime Minister. In 1997, I stood for Parliament as a candidate for Sir James Goldsmith’s Referendum Party in the constituency of Knowsley South.

Recycling can make an impact THE Salvation Army Trading Company (SATCoL) operates the UK’s largest textile recycling operation. Money we raise from the sale of donated clothes is gift-aided to the Salvation Army to support their work with disadvantaged people across the UK. This work includes a network of 57 homeless shelters, programmes that support children, young people and families, residential centres for older people, a family tracing service and help for those suffering from addictions. SATCoL has approximately 3,800 clothing collection banks around the UK and there are some near you. The nearest ones are at Somerfield Food Store in Chesterway, Northwich, and at Morrisons Supermarket in Nat Lane, Winsford, or at

In all, 974 people entrusted me with their vote. Today I would still burst with pride to be a member of the House which once contained Disraeli, Gladstone, Lloyd George, Churchill, Attlee, Enoch Powell and Mrs Thatcher. I’d do the job for half the pay. As for a second home, I’d be as happy as a sand-boy to sleep in a cardboard box under Blackfriars Bridge just for the privilege of serving in the great House of Commons. I’m now an independent. ANDREW WRIGHT Knutsford I’M heartily sick of the phrase ‘I’ve done nothing ■ wrong’ by Parliamentarians

standing down in droves over the expenses scandal. If they haven’t done anything wrong, why do they fear facing the electorate? Could it be that they know they have been found out but they simply can’t admit it to themselves or anyone else? Clearly , their moral compass has gone haywire. I wonder whether a psychologist has come up with a word for the condition yet. Can I suggest deniaphobia – the inability to admit something blindingly obvious to everyone else. MRS F BROWN Barnton

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War inquiry will It’s time to be a whitewash make a stand

GORDON Brown continues to vacillate as to whether to hold the inquiry into the Iraq war in public or private after a flurry of protests by senior army generals. Initially he wanted to hold the inquiry in private and he appointed people noted for their pro-war, pro-Blair views – like Sir Lawrence Freedman and Sir Martin Gilbert – to investigate. This is as bad as the police investigating the police. Is it any wonder that people think this is going to be yet another whitewash like previous inquiries? However, there are very good reasons for truth to be revealed. There are 179 British reasons and a million Iraqi reasons – our dead and theirs. The Iraq war, the illegality of which is beyond question to my mind, was the most controversial decision of the last decade. It dragged the reputation of our country through the mud and is something of which we should all be deeply ashamed. MARK HOLT Merseyside chairman, Stop the War Coalition

WHY is Northwich viewed as the ideal place to dump other people’s rubbish? Why are we also deemed the perfect place to store dangerous gases? We are not dependant on factories any more – the days when ICI ruled the roost are long gone. We can do without these monstrosities, so why are we letting them in? I want to see a clean and beautiful district for our families to grow up in, not one with massive eyesores wherever you look. I’m sure I’m not alone. So to the waste disposal people I say clear off somewhere else – and the same to the gas storage people. Come on local politicians, make a stand. ALAN LOWE Melchett Crescent, Rudheath

Chance to enjoy their childhood IMAGINE you’re a nineyear-old and today you fixed breakfast for your younger

CARERS CALL: Dame Helen Mirren. brother and sister and your mum. You put some washing on, got your siblings ready for school, gave mum her medicine and tidied up the kitchen. Imagine that you did this all before school. In Cheshire there are 1,700 young carers, many of whom don’t get a break all year. Caring for a loved one, while juggling school and social life, can be challenging yet immensely rewarding. The Children’s Society and YMCA Fairthorne Manor celebrate the 10th Young Carers Festival this summer. It gives this forgotten group of children a moment to enjoy their childhood. I invite readers to send a personal message to the young carers to post on their website. Visit www.childrenssociety.org. uk/youngcarers. DAME HELEN MIRREN (by email)

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SANDIWAY Primary School’s Celebration of Music with a Symphony of Sound takes place at the church hall on Wednesday, July 1, at 1.30pm and Thursday, July 2 at 6pm. All the school’s music groups and the Key Stage 1 and 2 choirs will be performing. Tickets (£3, £1.50 concessions) are available from the school office (01606 883298).

WINSFORD-BASED drama group Vale Royal Juniors is staging its next production, an adaptation of Disney’s Aladdin, on Thursday, July 2, at Woodford Lodge High School. The production will be the first the group has held away from the Civic Hall. The show starts at 7.30pm and tickets, priced £4, are available from Jenny Sanderson on 01606 554351.

FORMER pupils of The Grange School, Hartford, are invited to return there on Saturday afternoon for a reunion get-together and barbecue. The chance to catch up with former schoolmates in a social setting will take place outside the school’s theatre between noon and 3pm. For more details, contact the school on 01606 74007.

RADIO STARS: Mid-Cheshire College band Plastic Highways with Whatfest organiser Simon Bennett at Cheshire FM studios. MUSIC stars from Mid-Cheshire College took over the airwaves on a trip to a radio station. Plastic Highways, a band made up of students from the college, spent a day working with producers and presenters at Cheshire FM ahead of their performance at this year’s Whatfest music festival. The band will be among a number of the college’s students who

will be playing at the festival, being held at Riverside Organic Farm in July. College vice-principal Simon Andrews said: “It’s great that the band has been able to meet up with presenters and producers from Cheshire FM ahead of the show. “Hopefully they have been able to pick up some advice ahead of their performance.”

Free pint offer to salute armed forces A WINSFORD pub and eaterie is supporting the UK’s first Armed Forces Day on Saturday by offering a free pint to all forces personnel, past and present, when they buy a carvery. Until Sunday, June 28, the Brewers Fayre in Wharton Park is offering a free pint of Carlsberg, Tetleys or a soft drink to all forces personnel and veterans.

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Pupils solve murder mystery FLEDGLING detectives at Wincham Community Primary School turned their hand to forensic science to investigate a mock crime scene.

Pupils took part in the Who killed Bertie Bunny? workshop, a classroom-based project presented by Mid-Cheshire College to show that science can be fun. The youngsters had to use a variety of techniques to solve the mystery including looking at fingerprints and DNA testing. They also had to use traditional problem solving skills to find out who had done away with Bertie, and looked at evidence from all of the suspects such as footprints and hair samples. “Our workshop is designed to stimulate the children’s interest in science by giving them a hands-on task,” said June Freel, science lecturer at Mid-Cheshire College. “Engaging with them now will help them in their future education decisions by show-

WINCHAM COMMUNITY PRIMARY By Dave Goodban ing them where different subjects can lead.” The workshops are part of a wider project led by the college to raise aspirations in Mid Cheshire primary school children and show them the benefits of continuing in full time education beyond school. College bosses are now hoping to roll out more workshops with different themes as part of the drive. Anne Earley, schools liaison officer at the college, said: “Our business department is working on an Apprentice-style workshop that we hope to take into high schools in the autumn term. “And we are also looking at subjects affected by gender stereotypes such as engineering and beauty, and looking to break down those barriers by offering ‘taster’ sessions in schools.”

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Youngsters on the right track CHILDREN from Whitegate Primary School have a safer route to school after a new £20,000 footpath was officially opened. Funded by Cheshire West and Chester Council, the route was created from an existing grass area along the roadside. Headteacher Ian Percival said: “Since

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Flower power contest By Lois York

THE RHS has teamed up with outdoor sculpture specialists Wild in Art to produce six giant fibreglass flowers to decorate the driveway approaching the show at Tatton.

Organisers are now appealing to schools in the Mid Cheshire area to adopt and decorate one of the big blank blooms then see their design on display at the show. The winning designs will create a magical horticultural wonderland for visitors, adorning the long driveway to the showground. Winners will then see their creation returned to the school to become a permanent floral fixture and a memento of their success. This year sees more activities for children than ever before with interactive growing features, a Bugs, Bees and Blooms tent and flower beds celebrating storybook favourites like Peter Pan and Noah’s Ark. What’s more, children age 16 and under can visit the show for free. To find out more about what greenfingered children can get up to at the show visit the www.rhs.org.uk/tattonpark to download a busy bee map of the Tatton show ground. If your school would like to adopt a bloom, be quick and submit your proposed designs to Deborah Clark, Fido PR, The Stables, Paradise Wharf, Ducie Street, Manchester, M20 6TG or email Deborah@trustfido.co.uk. Competition closes Tuesday, June 30.

Winning schools will receive the flowers very soon after. The prize will include a large blank flower to decorate about 1m tall, £30 of art material to realise their design Delivery and collection of the flower to and from Tatton. Kids go free to the RHS Show Tatton Park. To book call 0844 209 0363 or visit www.rhs.org.uk/tattonpark.

GREEN-FINGERED: Youngsters can design a 10ft flower that will adorn the driveway approaching the RHS Flower Show.

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East v West in battle of the blooms A BATTLE for floral dominance is set to be played out at the RHS Show Tatton Park this year. The newly formed Cheshire East and Cheshire West councils will go head-to-head for the first time in the RHS/Ball Colegrave Flower Bed competition. The show takes place at Tatton Park on July 22-26. Cheshire East’s entry will be a floral representation of how the council is composed, with the old councils shown linked up as one new entity. Green and golden mosses will be used to help form the new Cheshire East logo along with marigolds and summer bedding, while a finger post will point to some of the many sights to be seen within the council’s boundaries. Cheshire West is embracing nature with its animal-themed ‘Noah’s Ark’. Celebrating Chester Zoo, the bed will feature a massive wooden ark surrounded by a rainbow of bedding, made up of red and white Begonia, blue Ageratum, and orange and yellow marigold. West co-ordinator Sue Fernandes said: “We have a wide range of experience, including the old Vale Royal Council which had several gold-medal winning performances and a Best Exhibit award in 2007.” ■ For tickets, call 0844 209 0363 or visit www.rhs.org.uk/ tattonpark

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The funeral has taken place of Jack Pearce, aged 85, of Winsford.

A service at Christ Church, Wharton, conducted by the Rev Tim Hanson, was followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Born John Wyebrance Pearce in Liverpool, ‘Jack’ was the husband of the late Edna and a dearly loved dad, grandad and great-grandad. In 1944 he married Edna and they enjoyed 59 years of married life together and were blessed with three daughters: Joan, Pat and Doreen. He moved to Winsford in May 1967 with his family and worked at Bisons. He spent most of his working life in the building trade and latterly at the Metal Box. He was a very active man all his life and enjoyed gardening and all sorts of dancing. He was well known for his great sense of humour. A lifelong Everton fan, he was always involved in Sunday League Football as a linesman and clubman, eventually winning Linesman of the Year and Clubman of the Year awards. He is survived by his three daughters, six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Family and friends attended the service. Floral tributes and donations were gratefully received for St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice. Arrangements: Winsford.

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CIVIC SERVICE: New Winsford town mayor Cllr Nick Harris held his church service on Sunday at St Chads Church on Over Hall Drive with the Rev Adam Friend and Archdeacon Donald Allister. Picture by Ken Hewitt.

Plan to sell county hall SECRET plans are afoot “The cat’s out of the bag, to sell County Hall to isn’t it?” he remarked, Chester University for adding there could be an investigation over the leak. an estimated £10m.

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Cheshire West and Chester Council is considering flogging off the landmark riverside building and relocating staff to the iconic HQ building being built overlooking Chester’s Racecourse. The council is in advanced negotiations with property firm Liberty Properties about moving into nearby HQ which is due to open in September. Governors at the expanding university were due to discuss buying County Hall today – but it is not clear if they want the building as a hall of residence or for a learning centre. Deputy council leader Cllr Les Ford was shocked the Chronicle uncovered the secret negotiations.

The funeral has taken place of Derek Duncalf, aged 72, of Northwich.

A service at Holy Trinity Church in Castle, conducted by the Rev Carole Seddon, was followed by interment at Witton Cemetery. Born in Dock Road, Mr Duncalf was the second youngest of 10 children. After leaving school he worked at ICI until he was called up for his National Service. He served in Egypt and then Germany. On his return he worked at Parks Steel Works before returning to ICI for more than 20 years. He was forced to retire due to ill-health. His hobbies included growing flowers and vegetables for family and friends and he also enjoyed a pint and a game of dominoes. He is survived by his wife Enid, daughters Carole, Susan, Anne, Hazel and son Mark, sons-in-law Kenneth, Alan and Dave and grandchildren, Laura, Stuart, Natalie, Lucy, Thomas and Rebecca. Family and friends attended the service. Floral tributes and donations were gratefully received for St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice. Arrangements: Pope Funeral Services, Davenham.

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Cllr Ford added: “County Hall is a public building owned by the county – shared between East and West – and there has to be a resolution over what to do with it. “Either we buy it from the East and repair it ourselves and make it suitable for modern use, or we sell it. “There are a limited number of people to whom we could possibly sell it because of the market.” Proceeds from the sale of County Hall would have to be split with Cheshire East. The Tory administration says the 1930s County Hall is not ‘fit for purpose’. There are suggestions it could be sold for a hotel.

More jobs to go at new council MORE redundancies are being made at Cheshire West Council in anticipation of tight settlements for local government in coming years. Chief executive Steve Robinson is seeking an unidentified number of voluntary redundancies but told staff in an email that he’s working on a compulsory redundancy policy ‘in case it isn’t possible’. Two hundred people took voluntary redundancy during the formation of the new council but Mr Robinson said at the time that ‘wasn’t the end of it’. He emailed staff: “Work is under way... to refine structures across the organisation and, as part of the process, we’ll be introducing a second programme of targeted redundancies.

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“This will be the last time we’re able to offer redundancy on these terms – twice the statutory rate. “We hope to be able to invite applications for voluntary redundancy and early retirement in July once the final service structures have been confirmed. “I will, of course, be in touch with more details once they are available. We’d aim to allow as many people as possible who are taking voluntary redundancy to be released by September 30.” Council leader Mike Jones said job losses were likely to be drawn from the ‘support services and management’. Ray McHale of Cheshire Unison said the fresh cuts were expected and he acknowledged those who took redundancy last time received ‘good packages’.

DODD ISADORA "DORA" June 16 2009 Peacefully at Leighton Hospital on the 16th June, 2009, aged 82 years. Dora, the devoted wife of the late Dennis and a much loved mother, nana and great nana. Service at Christ Church, Wharton on Monday 29th June, 2009 at 1pm followed by interment at Wharton Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations would be much appreciated for Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. All enquiries to Oxley’s Funeral Services, telephone 01270 214009

NORTHWICH Salsa will be hosting a Charity Fiesta on Sunday. Trudie Lauter, who runs the company with her Cuban partner Damian Castillo Diaz , decided to raise funds to support the British Heart Foundation following her father’s recovery from three heart attacks. She explained: “He now has a defibrillator and is able to enjoy a much better quality of life. “This would not have been possible if it hadn't been for the vital research carried out by the BHF as a result of the donations they have received.” The event, at Rumours Club, Works Lane, Northwich, will include live music from Cuban salsa band Cafe con Leche and a flamenco show featuring Chico Pere from Seville. There will also be a raffle and fun dance class, while the party will continue with classics to bring memories of hot summer beach holidays flooding back, plus a few surprises. The night starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are £6 in advance by calling Northwich Salsa on 07854 635964.

Store to host police surgeries RESIDENTS in Moulton can meet their local police officers while stocking up on groceries, thanks to a new, regular surgery. PCSO Tom McDermott will be holding regular surgeries at the Co-op store on Whitlow Road so shoppers can come to him with any issues they have or offer suggestions for local policing. PCSO McDermott said: “I already work closely with the Co-op so using the store for my surgeries is ideal. “I’ll have the police van with me to use if someone would like to talk to me in private.” Store manager Alex Elson said: “We take our responsibilities to the community very seriously. We work with the police on a variety of issues, including under-age drinking.”

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June 18 2009 On 18th June, 2009, suddenly at home in Stanthorne, Middlewich. Pat, aged 75 years. Dearest wife of Bernard and dearly loved mum of Shaun. Requiem Mass to be celebrated at St Mary’s R.C. Church, Middlewich, on Friday 26th June at 11am, followed by interment at Middlewich Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to The British Heart Foundation. For further enquiries, please contact Pope Funeral Services, 17/21, Delamere Street, Winsford, telephone 01606 594693

John and Family would like to thank all relatives, friends and work colleagues for their very kind expressions of sympathy, cards, letters of condolence and generous donations to the Intensive Care Unit at Hope Hospital where Susan received beautiful care. Thanks to Rev’d Clifford Millington and to Godfrey and Caroline of Williams and Lowe. "We are here for a good time − not a long time".

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HAVING FUN: Youngsters at Winnington Park Primary School helped to raise more than £700 for school funds during a fun day. Holding up raffle prizes are, from left, Year 2 pupils Oliver Watson, Rosie Payne and Lewis Gibson. Picture

CHESHIRE Police Authority has appointed a new assistant chief constable. Chief Supt Phil Thompson came to Cheshire in 1997, has been a detective in every rank of the service and worked on numerous major investigations. He has worked in local policing, corporate projects and been the head of crime and in 2009 he graduated from the Strategic Command Course. ACC Thompson said: “This is a proud moment in my police career. Cheshire is a great police force – my ambition is to help to make it even better.”

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Theatre’s final role likely to be housing A DERELICT theatre will be sold by sealed bid auction next month, with new homes expected in its place. Northwich-based agents Frank Marshall & Co is seeking bids for Mid Cheshire Amateur Operatic Society’s HQ on Oakwood Lane, Barnton, with a guide price of £150,000. “It’s a large plot of land, ripe for development,” said agent Daniel Jones. The premises was built in 1913 as a Methodist Chapel. It was bought by the society in the late 1960s for about £4,000 but it wasn’t converted into a fully-functioning theatre until 1995. The group had hoped money from the sale of land surrounding the theatre would fund a complete renovation – but it is still struggling to make ends meet. Chairman Geoff Burgess said: “Running costs have got bigger and bigger. It was costing us £8,000 a year just to keep the theatre open.” Mr Burgess said the money is unlikely to be used to buy new premises but the cash will be reinvested in the society, which now rehearses at Weaverham Parish Church and stages productions at The Grange School in Hartford. “Just because the building’s going doesn’t mean the society is finished,” said one member, adding: “The society existed long before Oakwood Lane Theatre and it’ll be going for a long time to come.” Prospective buyers can get information packs from Marshalls in the Bull Ring. They are required to return an application form and cheque for 10% of their bid as a deposit before noon on July 8. The final decision on who the theatre and land is sold to still lies in the hands of the operatic society but the buyer can do anything with the plot, subject to planning permission.

Chance to give police your views RESIDENTS in the Greenbank area of Northwich can meet members of their Neighbourhood Policing Team or raise any concerns they have in the area at a new weekly surgery. PCSO Barbara Billington will be holding the surgeries every Thursday at the Sure Start Centre off Chester Road, Greenbank, between 1.30pm and 3pm. PCSO Billington said: “These regular surgeries are a great chance for residents to have their say on local policing and for me to get to know as many people in the community as possible.” For more information call 0845 458 6392.

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aggie Stewart, of Leftwich, is celebrating this week as she received confirmation of a much coveted place at Goldsmith’s University in London, which has been home to many famous artists such as Damien Hirst.

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The 18-year-old is studying the Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art and Design at MidCheshire College, which helped her land the place at one of the most prestigious universities in the UK for arts and design. Maggie will take up her university place in September, where she will study a joint honours degree in fine art and art history. “I’m so excited to have this opportunity; I

hope to become a recognised artist one day,” said Maggie. After completing her A-levels, Maggie searched the North West for the right art course and considered travelling to Manchester. “When I visited Mid-Cheshire, there was no contest. I felt so lucky to have the best college right on my doorstep,” she said. Carlo Eves, head of foundation diploma in art, said: “Maggie has exceptional ability, particularly in fine art painting. The main body of her work is highly individual and mature in its conception. She has a committed attitude to her studies and works instinctively with a cultivated growing style

and will respond favourably to the demands of higher education.” Maggie also attributes her success to the help she received from the college’s grade one student development centre. The college team very quickly diagnosed dyslexia, despite Maggie having problems with literacy since primary school. “Maggie’s artwork is outstanding but there is a written element to all courses and we guided her in essay writing, spelling, organisation of ideas and dyslexia strategies to enable her to be more independent at university,” said Gill Snowball, support tutor. “We all wish her every success for the future” she added.

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ented; it is incredible to achieve 100% success and most received top marks too. “Not many colleges offer students the opportunity of taking extra dance exams but we arrange for external examiners to come into college,” said Tina Norcup, performing arts manager.

Top prizes for talented duo GRAPHIC design students won first and second prizes in a local design competition. The National Diploma students were set a live brief to design a new corporate identity for the National Landscape Gardening Company, Armstrong landscapes. “The college has excellent links with industry, which allows the students to work on many live projects,” said Jayne Fox, graphic design tutor. A £50 voucher was presented to Tom Yar-

wood, of Hartford, for the winning design. Graham Armstrong, owner of the company, was so pleased with the work produced, that he awarded a £30 second prize voucher to Michael Rathbone, of Barnton. “The suggestion of running a competition was very exciting, but I never imagined the standard and the quality of entries that would be submitted,” said Graham.. “The artwork designs were just outstanding.”

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MOTOR vehicle apprentice, Oliver Ince, reached the finals of the prestigious Learning & Skills Council (LSC) Learner Achievement Awards for the North West region, which was hosted by TV presenter Konnie Huq. Oliver, 21, from Winsford, has been a motor vehicle student at MidCheshire for the past two years, pro-

gressing from apprentice to advanced apprentice. He is also employed by Fords of Winsford and has worked his way up from washing cars on the forecourt to working in the busy workshop, in less than three years. “Oliver is committed to his work and shows a willingness to learn. He is one

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THE search begins this week for the unsung heroes and heroines of our community.

Trinity Mirror Cheshire – publishers of this newspaper – has again joined forces with ScottishPower to host Your Champions 2009, an exciting venture which lets us pay tribute to those who make a difference in our area. Your Champions has been highlighting the good work of individuals and groups since 1988 and we want you to tell us who should get the red-carpet treatment this year. Our heroes and heroines will be honoured at a glittering presentation ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Friday, November 6. Once again the Mid Cheshire Chronicle, is delighted to be linking up with ScottishPower, which is committed to supporting local communities. Champion of Champions in 2008 was Rebecka Ollier from Crewe, now aged 13, for raising more than £3,000 for the Ronald McDonald House at Alder Hey children’s

hospital in Liverpool, in memory of her elder brother Jimmie who was cared for there up until his death in May 2006. “I was so shocked I was recognised for the Champion of Champions award,” said Rebecka after the ceremony. “I was very nervous about going up on stage in front of everyone but I had a great night.” There are many people in the community whose voluntary work goes unreported. People who are unsung carers, teams of people who are environmentally active, young people who are exceptional in sport, amazing schools, so many in our region who are going out and doing great work, but make a real difference to their locality. We want you to nominate them and bring their good deeds to the attention of a wider audience. Area winners will go forward to a final judging session and all the successful category winners will receive their awards on November 6. All you have to do to nominate an individual or

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A MOTORCYCLIST had his bike seized by police after riding it illegally in Rudheath. Cheshire Constabulary’s aeroplane was sent up on Friday, June 12, following reports of a nuisance motorcyclist in Barnton at 3.15pm. The plane picked up a group of motorcyclists riding in an anti-social way in Rudheath and a group of youths were warned their vehicles could be seized if they were caught again. One of them had his bike confiscated. Insp Paul Loughlin said: “This is the second bike being ridden in an anti-social way that we have seized in recent months using the force aeroplane. We will continue to use this successful tactic across the Northwich area. “Nuisance motorcycles are one of the issues residents are concerned about and tackling them is a priority for the team in many areas.”

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TEAM EFFORT: : From left are Craig Morris from Groundwork, Graham Oakes and Juliet Aitken from WVHT and PCSO Kevin McShane with children from the Greenfields area at the Neighbourhood House. YOUNG people from Winsford are having their say on plans for a new play area at Greenfield Park, which is being created by Weaver Vale Housing Trust and Groundwork Cheshire. The Trust has a budget for environmental improvements and has plans to use this pot of money, combined with funding from Groundwork, to fund a new play area that would replace an existing play area site on the estate.

The organisations want to hear what younger children and teenagers living in the area would like to see included in the play area by speaking to residents at WVHT’s Neighbourhood House at 15/17 Finsbury Walk. Judith Burbidge, neighbourhood team manager for the Trust, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be working with Groundwork Cheshire, Cheshire West and Chester Council and the Green-

fields Residents Association on this project. “The feedback we’ve had from young people so far has been really positive and we hope that more children and their parents will offer further constructive ideas on how to improve the play area.” Katherine Stanier, project manager for Groundwork Cheshire, said: “We hope that this innovative new scheme will give local children an exciting place to play.”

WINSFORD Fire Station is throwing open its doors to the public for a family event that promises something for everyone. The free open day will take place from 11am-4pm on Saturday, July 4, at the station on Sadler Road. There will be a range of activities including free face painting, prize draws and rides. Firefighters will also be putting on demonstrations. Watch manager Chris Mannix said: “We’d like as many people as possible to come along to the open day, have a great time and leave with some vital fire and road safety messages.” There will be refreshments on the day, including free ice cream. ■ For more information call the station on 01606 592245.

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WINSFORD Wargaming Club is holding a free open day at Winsford Library on Monday, July 27, from 9.30am-4.30pm. “It’s a great chance for anyone interested to come along and have a game, discuss the stories and even take part in a painting contest,” said club spokesman Neal Barton. ■ For more information, call 01606 552065.

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Ikea’s interior design expert Mikeal Berryman suggests: “Start on a lowcost makeover by rolling up your sleeves and clearing out your clutter, then work out where you could most use new storage.” Karen Stylianides, deputy editor of House Beautiful, says: "Even in these hard economic times it’s possible to celebrate great design in our rooms, thanks to the

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But you don’t have to check in at the airport to get away this summer – transport yourself with this season’s hottest swimwear. Pick your dream location and get into vacation mode with our travelinspired bikinis, tankinis and bathing suits. No passport required. If you’re planning on saving currency, even the designers have gone credit-crunch friendly this summer, leaving you with spare change for ice lollies and suncream. Matthew Williamson’s kaleidoscope-coloured swimwear landed in H&M stores last month, you’ll find Zandra Rhodes’s print costumes at Marks & Spencer and Melissa Odabash’s Beach collection at Debenhams right now. Whether you’re packing for English coast or Caribbean, dive into our destination swimwear.

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Think Slumdog Millionaire meets African Princess. Look to swimwear featuring ethnic-inspired prints and tribal patterns in an explosion of colours. Don’t be afraid to clash your prints for an eclectic look. Key item: Jewellery, jewellery and more jewellery. Whether it’s an oversized flower in your hair, bling rings

Beach-bound times are ahead so snap up the best bikinis and swimsuits By Lisa Haynes on fingers or bangles up to your elbows, this look is all about piling on mismatched colourful accessories. Get the look: Accessorize Millie ethnic floral bikini top, £14, and bottoms, £14; Linea multi-coloured bandeau bikini top, £22, and bottoms, £16 at House of Fraser; Next tribal print embellished bikini, £16, and bottoms, £12; Zandra Rhodes for Marks & Spencer patchwork print swimsuit, £29.50.

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Volleyball on the beach or roller blading along the promenade? Active chicks will dig the no-nonsense South Beach look with its laid-back sporty vibe. Go for bandeau bikinis or mixand-match separates in block colours. Key item: Beach playsuit. A cute allin-one is practical enough to not get in the way of your hectic summer activities. Get the look: Next white shape enhancing bikini top, £14, and bottoms,

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A recent survey suggested that more than half of us will stay in the UK this year and while this may not initially seem like the most appealing prospect, for families with children there is a

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BEAUTIFUL gardens and beautiful holiday homes are the two things that fire the imagination of the team at Tree Tops Caravan Park near Prestatyn in North Wales. At the moment they have both: the summer bedding plants have been planted out and there is a great selection of holiday homes. Tree Tops has taken delivery of the highly regarded Pemberton Abingdon, to which a few improvements have been made to meet the demands of the most discerning customer. The Abingdon (pictured) will occupy a prime plot, in an elevated position, with stunning sea views and surrounded by lovely gardens.

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children The new Let’s Go with the Children guide books cover 14 regional areas of England and offer endless ideas on places to go and things to do with the family this summer. Your biggest problem will be deciding where to go first. Here are a few suggestions on how to nurture your child’s hidden passions or talents, while ensuring the whole family has hours of fun, for less:

Cheshire Workshops, Buwardsley 01829 770401 www.visitchester.com

Discover candle making and watch working craftsmen. Lots of activities for children at weekends and school holidays including candle dipping, badge-making, card-making and pottery-painting. Open 10-5pm

ilies can let off steam. There is a visitor centre and ranger-led activities, with extra events during school holidays, and a good network of cycle paths.

Wirral Country Park, Cheshire 0151 327 5145

From the restored Hadlow Station, walk or cycle along 12 miles of footpaths, with shorter pathways into other areas. Fantastic bird watching, with great views over the Dee Estuary to North Wales. Visitor centre and guided walks. A place of contrasts: badgers and foxes hunt the quieter parts, birds nest in the dense hedges and

Delamere Forest Park, Cheshire 01606 882167 Take a picnic and explore Cheshire’s largest area of woodland where fam-

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feed on the berries in winter. You may see up to 10 kinds of butterfly in summer. Head for the 60ft high, boulder-clay cliffs and look out over the estuary and you’ll smell the tang of mud and salt, feel the sea breeze and get a sense of space quite unlike the enclosed, inland Wirral Way.

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ummer’s here and it’s time to make sure you’re ready for the challenge – indoors and outdoors.

This year that’s more important than ever as many people opt for a “staycation” – saving money by staying at home over the holidays. So décor that evokes the vibrant colours of those getaway destinations and exotic sun-drenched resorts will give you a “get-away-from it-all” feeling no matter what the weather. We’ve rounded up ideas and products that could turn your home into a summer sanctuary for relaxing and entertaining.

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HOME INTERIORS: A room painted with Dulux Lemon Chiffon 3, matt emulsion, from the Dulux Tailor Made Colour collection, £19.49 for 2.5 litres.

■ Cheap chic: Graham & Brown’s bold yellow sunflower wall art canvas, £25. ■ Turn up the heat: Think bright and add zingy colour to rooms as well as outdoor spaces with accessories that will make you feel the heat is on. ■ Give a kitchen a seasonal face-lift with prettily-coloured red and white or blue and white spotted Summer kitchenware from Next. Three canisters in red, white and blue, £15, and Summer dinner set, £28. ■ Alternatively, hang gaily-coloured plates on the wall, or jazz up cupboard

interiors by painting them a bright colour. ■ If that sofa and chairs have taken a bashing over the winter, breathe new life into them by accessorising with printed cushions. House of Fraser’s cushions work well indoors or out. Summer Stripe, Spot On and Paradise Leaf are £20 each. ■ Extra places to perch are always welcome when you’re entertaining, and hand-embroidered Moroccan pouffes, £115 each from Graham & Green, are suitably colourful.

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THE Vale Royal String Orchestra is holding a charity concert in Great Budworth on Sunday evening. The event, at St Mary and All Saints Church at 7.30pm, includes guest organist Jonathan Scott and conductor Tim Crooks, who is a violinist at the Manchester Camerata. The concert will include a range of classical music from composers including Vivaldi, Bach and Haydn. Vale Royal String Orchestra was formed in 1993 by violinist Margaret Parks-Smith and violin cellist David Whalley, who is now manager. David said: “Margaret hosted us in her lounge, and from there the friendly but enthusiastic attitude, which continues to this day, was engendered. “We perform regularly at venues within Cheshire and Merseyside and have covered much of the string orchestra repertoire. “We are made up of experienced amateur and professional musicians, and we play for the love of music and to raise money for local charities.” Current conductor Tim Crooks, who led the Vale Royal Abbey concert last month, was recommended by previous incumbent Richard Howarth, who hung up his baton in March after six years with the group. ■ Admission on Sunday night is £10, which includes a glass of wine and nibbles. All proceeds will be in aid of Great Budworth Church Restoration Fund. To book call Norman Baker on 01606 891349.

Mahler’s birthday celebrated in style by BBC Philharmonic THE BBC Philharmonic is going large on Mahler to mark the composer’s 150th anniversary. The region’s vibrant music scene will be alive with Mahler, as the Beeb’s ‘Phil’ collaborates with The Hallé and Manchester Camerata. Every Mahler concert will feature a world première by a living composer, including works by Kurt Schwertsik, Friedrich Cerha, Edward Gregson, David Matthews

and Anthony Payne. Chief conductor Gianandrea Noseda leads a season spanning nearly two and a half centuries. It also features works by Beethoven, Wagner, Bartók and Rachmaninoff, as well as music by Saint-Saëns, Sibelius, Stravinsky and Shostakovich. New conductor-composer H K Gruber makes his debut in his new dual role with the UK premiere of

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ANADIAN singer Alana Levandoski brings her rocking country sounds to a Crewe audience next week in the latest Creweroots gig at the Horseshoe, Coppenhall. Levandoski, who plays on Wednesday, July 1, is a singer-songwriter from Manitoba. Her second album has just been released and she is in the UK playing festival shows during July. The gig starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £8 in advance by phoning 01270 213706 or £9 on the door.

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Powerful display in country setting

UNK outfit Last Gang in Town are promising to raise the roof at their comeback gig. Now infused with an injection of new blood, the band are set for their long-awaited return on July 4. Last Gang have lined up a gig at the Red Admiral, Runcorn, on Saturday, July 4, and it promises to be a great night.

Activism takes on a funny twist

REVOLUTION could be in the air when a comic with a passion for politics comes to The Brindley. Mark Thomas, a multi award-winning comedian and political activist, is taking his It’s the Stupid Economy tour to the Runcorn venue on Tuesday, July 14. He holds the Guinness world record for the most number of political demonstrations in 24 hours, and writes for the New Statesman and Guardian. A show spokesman, said: “In the show, Mark creates a manifesto and every audience gets to vote on the policies they like. “He then road tests them and sets off to make them happen.” She added: “Mark’s 23-year career includes six series of The Mark Thomas Product and The Mark Thomas Comedy Product on Channel 4, documentaries, two books and radio programmes. “He has inspired a change in tax law, secretly filmed torturers, stung arms dealers, exposed abuses of civil liberties and corporate skullduggery.” The show starts at 8pm and tickets are £15, and £10 concessions. To book, contact the box office on 0151 907 8360 or visit www.thebrindley.org.uk

HE Purple Cactus Comedy Club at Northwich Memorial Hall opens its doors on Friday, July 10. The bill includes Electric Forecast, a double act made up of Dan Wright and Steve Marsh. Doors open at 7.30pm and the show begins an hour later. Tickets, costing £11, can be bought by calling 01606 814640.

ARY Moore tribute artist Mick Simpson visits the Limelight Club in Crewe this Thursday. Admission £5. Glam-rockers Hollywood Tease play on Friday (£5) and AC/DC tribute band Dirty DC II return on Saturday with support from UFO MSG (£10).

INOSAUR Pile-Up appear at The Box, Pedley Street, Crewe, this Thursday. Support comes from the female-fronted Japanese Voyeurs and Bleached Wail and Sumo Kings. Doors open at 8pm, admission is £7.

OPULAR covers band QDos return to the Jolly Tar in Wardle on Friday. Bluesy three-piece After Hours play on Saturday. Admission is free and bands start at 9.30pm, phone 01270 528283.

RONT Page News appear at the Railway Hotel, Nantwich, on Friday. On Saturday, Tobacco Road roll up with some new and classic songs in their own unique style. Both gigs start at 9.30pm and admission is free.

OCK covers outfit Bad Penny make their debut at the Shroppie Fly, Audlem, on Saturday. The music starts at 9.30pm and admission

SIGHTS & SOUNDS: The Pageant of Power is to be held at Cholmondeley Castle. The sound of powerful engines will shatter the calm of the Cheshire countryside when the second Cholmondeley Pageant of Power erupts into life on July 18-19. The event features historic and modern cars and motorbikes vying for the fastest times around a purpose-built track in the estate grounds. On the mere, powerboats will compete for the Cholmondeley Championship while the UK’s largest gath-

ering of helicopters hovers overhead. Away from the ‘boys toys’ there is plenty for the rest of the family to enjoy. Celebrities will mingle with fans, champagne will flow and the various bars and restaurants will serve local specialities. Bentley, as sponsors of the pageant, will have a spectacular display of their latest and oldest models. With displays by the military, JCB Dancing Diggers, period funfair, a shopping village with country living

area, and a spectacular fireworks display on the Saturday night, shopping and a country fair, the pageant is a weekend not to be missed. ■ Call the ticket hotline on 01829 772433 or visit www.pageantofpower .com/tickets. On the day prices – subject to availability – are: paddock tickets – access all areas – £25; park tickets – no access to paddock – £15; children – 4-15 – £5 on the day. Camping is £15 a night, caravans £20 a night.

UP IN ARMS: Writer, broadcaster and political activist Mark Thomas is taking his comedy show to Runcorn.

WHAT’S ON DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS (Liverpool Empire until June 27)

Musical stage show based on the hit album which became one of the biggest selling albums of the decade after its release last year. The show features songs from Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, Chuck Berry and many more. Set In 1961, emotions run high as talented young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win the hearts of their adoring female fans – and more importantly, the gorgeous Laura. But when Laura shows that she’s no slouch with the guitar, rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. Starring Scott Bruton from X Factor and Ben Freeman from Emmerdale. Visit www.LiverpoolEmpire.org.uk or ring 0844 847 2525.

THE FLAGS (Liverpool Royal Court until June 27).

Bridget O’Connor’s multiaward-winning black comedy is about two Irish lifeguards who have the misfortune to patrol the second worst beach in Ireland. The synopsis has been described as imagining Father Ted meets Steptoe and Son – on a beach! The two

JJ (Andrew Schofield) and Howie (Eamonn Owens) and they are desperate to get away from their deserted stretch and are applying for two vacant posts at the prestigious Banna Strand beach. They must impress Brendan (Kieron Cunningham), the Director of Leisure Services, to win the post but their chances won’t be helped by the unstable jilted bride Ursula (Jessica Regan) who is hunting for a stretch of beach where she can end it all. www.royalcourtliverpool.com or on 0870 787 1866

THE HYPOCHONDRIAC (Liverpool Playhouse until July 11)

Liverpool’s Roger McGough has returned to the works of Moliere for another adaptation. Argan is a perfectly healthy, wealthy gentleman, convinced he is seriously ill. But his sharp-tongued servant has a cunning plan to reveal the truth and open her master’s eyes. Visit www.everymanplayhouse.com or ring 0151 709 4776.

RELATIVELY SPEAKING (Forum Studio Theatre, Hamilton Place, Chester, June 25-July 4)

Tip Top Productions revive

MUSICAL TREAT: Wayne Sleep and Samantha Barks team up for Cabaret at The Lowry, Salford Quays, until Saturday. through comedy from the Sixties. Greg and Ginny are living together and planning to get married. But Greg is becoming increasingly suspicious that he is not the only man in Ginny’s life. So, when she plans to ‘visit her parents’, he decides to secretly follow her. Visit www.tiptopproductions.co.uk.

FOR YOU (Royal Northern College of Music, Oxford Rd, Manchester, June 25)

Thrilling tale of dark obsession and misplaced passion. A new opera by Michael Berkeley and acclaimed novelist Ian

Visit www.rncm.ac.uk or ring 0161 907 5555.

I WANT IT ALL (Clwyd Theatr Cymru, Mold, June 25-27)

THE Elsber School of Theatre Dance take you through some of the world’s most famous shows incoluding Wicked, Chicago, We Will Rock You and Lord of the Dance. Visit www.clwyd-theatr-cymru or ring 0845 330 3565.

THRILLER LIVE (Opera House, Quay Street, Manchester, June 25-27)

Forget the sorry events of the last decade which have de-

the King of Pop. This is a glorious celebration of the time when he and his brothers ruled the music world. Visit www. palaceandoperahouse.org.uk or ring 0844 847 2484.

THE PIANIST (Manchester Royal Exchange until June 27)

Best known as an Oscar-winning film by Roman Polanksi, this play is based upon the memoirs of Wladyslaw Szpilman. It retells the harrowing story of one man’s time under the Nazi occupation in Poland, with internationally acclaimed concert pianist Mikhail Rudy performing the music of Chopin and Szpilman. Visit www.royalexchange.co.uk or ring 0161 833 9833.

CABARET (Salford Lowry until June 27)

Veteran Wayne Sleep and I’d Do Anything finalist Samantha Barks team up for this risque production of the classic musical set in Berlin in 1931. Visit www.thelowry.com or ring 0870 787 5788.

DR KORCZAK’S EXAMPLE (Manchester Royal Exchange until June 27)

Written by award winning writer and director David Greig, this is based on a true

able last days of Janusz Korczak, a children’s author and paediatrician who founded a Jewish orphanage in the shadow of the Warsaw Ghetto. Visit www.royalexchange.co.uk or ring 0161 833 9833.

WEST SIDE STORY (Stoke Regent until June 27)

With groundbreaking choreography by the legendary Jerome Robbins, an unforgettable score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story changed the face of musical theatre forever. Based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and packed with unforgettable songs including Maria and America. Visit www.ambassadortickets.com/stoke or ring 0870 060 6649

WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF HRT (Salford Lowry until June 27)

Louise Jameson and Janet Dibley star in this hilarious, feisty and sometimes painful look at the menopause, written by Marie Jones. On a trip to see Daniel O’Donnell in concert, Vera and Anna confront the harsh reality of being the ‘wrong’ side of 40. Assisted by a handsome young waiter, however, they begin to realise that life doesn’t end when HRT

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Entertainments

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Visit the truly magical Alnwick Garden, one of the most talked about and remarkable garden transformations of recent times, and enjoy a tour of Northumbria’s beautiful Heritage Coastline including Holy Island, or Lindisfarne as it’s often known, cradle of English Christianity, on this wonderful weekend. • Return coach travel • Two nights’ dinner, bed and English breakfast accommodation at the three-star Holiday Inn, Washington • Entrance to The Alnwick Garden • Visits to Durham, Bamburgh and Lindisfarne • The services of a Tour Manager

COMPUTER MARKET

Thursday 25 June Winsford Lifestyle Centre 5 to 8 pm for a wide range of computer related items

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Every Friday from 31st July – 28th August Crewe Station to York or Scarborough Steam hauled by Princess Elizabeth, Union of South Africa or Duchess of Sutherland.

You may leave the train at York or continue on to Scarborough. York is a fascinating city to visit at any time of the year, with a huge variety of places to see. Scarborough is the most popular seaside resort in Yorkshire and perhaps the whole East Coast.

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For further information and to book

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Property

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

in association with

Public Notice

Swetenhams Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of

£90,750

Charming cottage residence O n the market with Bridgfords is this attractive mid-terraced cottage.

Number 39 School Lane, Lostock Gralam, Northwich, has the benefit of no onward chain and is available for offers over £125,000. It is well presented throughout and retains some original features. There is also potential to extend or convert the loft (subject to planning permission). The accommodation comprises a lounge with a Georgian-style window; dining room with a decorative fireplace; and a kitchen. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with a white suite. There is also a loft room which has potential to be extended or converted (subject to planning permission). l For further information, contact Bridgfords on 01606 48433.

Homes For Sale

HOUSE FOR SALE CROXTETH Three bedroom terrace, gardens front and rear with garage. In need of modernisation as reflected in the price. £65,000 ono

07725854409

FOR SALE Queensgate, Northwich

2 Bed Luxury Apartment in newly converted church 2 bedrooms, 1 ensuite, family bathroom, 1 secure indoor parking space. Fitted kitchen Double glazing Gas central heating OIRO £150,000

Call: Swetenhams 01606 43937

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Manchester (Clayton) 3 bed Semi for improvement, for sale by auction. Guide price £50,000+. ashleywall@stanley house.plus.com 07831 368562

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located on Wervin Park, nr. Chester. 1 bedroom, fitted kitchen with extras, open lounge, conservatory to side, decking to front, beautifully decorated with excellent views, residential site, genuine reason for sale

£59,995 ono

07877 174479.

Land For Sale/Let LAND an attractive

area of amenity/pasture land. Likely to be of interest to those seeking a parcel of cheshire countryside, for perhaps occasional recreational tenting, caravaning, hobby farming or grazing of horses. Approx 9 miles south of Chester. £20,000 07850 563639

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for 6 Arley Court, Wrenbury Drive, Kingsmead, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 8RX. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Swetenhams on (01606) 43937 before exchange of contracts.

Public Notice

Swetenhams Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of

£120,000

for 5 Wessex Drive, Rudheath, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 7JS. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Swetenhams on (01606) 43937 before exchange of contracts.

Public Notice

Swetenhams Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of

£170,000

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Large lounge with electric fire. Storage heaters, double glazing and carpeted throughout. Fully fitted kitchen with washing machine, fridge, ceramic hob/oven, microwave and laminate flooring. Fully tiled bathroom with bath and electric shower. Door entry phone. Very nicely decorated. £295 pcm

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ONE BED FLAT HAMPSTEAD RD FAIRFIELD L7

Spacious unfurnished flat. Double glazed with GCH. Double bedroom, large lounge with feature fireplace. Fitted kitchen with washing machine, fridge, oven/hob, microwave and laminate flooring. Tiled bathroom with bath and electric shower. Carpeted throughout. Security alarm and door entry system. £395 pcm

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2 Bed Modern upstairs apartment with attractive outlook. Quiet area. Own front door, 2 generous bedrooms, bathroom, spacious lounge diner, kitchen. GCH, DG and laminated throughout. Allocated parking. Sorry, no pets, smokers or DSS. Refs req’d. Viewing from 29th.

£485pcm

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£425pcm 07866 373620

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£400 07867 800837

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Close to town centre, long let available. Rent to buy option. £115p/w. No deposit scheme available. LHA/DSS accepted. Viewings call: 01463 234006 07859 933651

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Flat to rent with Sea Views, in New Brighton. Two bedrooms, big lounge, modern kitchen and bathroom with Shower. CCTV

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for 20 Coronet Avenue, Kingsmead, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 8FW. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Swetenhams on (01606) 43937 before exchange of contracts.

Public Notice

Swetenhams Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of

£80,000

for 88 Farm Road, Weaverham, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 3PG. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Swetenhams on (01606) 43937 before exchange of contracts.

TEL: 01606 43937

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

01606 42250 Winsford 01606 551342 Middlewich 01606 832178 Northwich

find all our homes on thecheshire.co.uk/estateagency and rightmove.co.uk

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Kelstern Close Northwich

Semi detached house Three bedrooms Lounge, Kitchen/diner Gas central heating, Double glazing

Well presented throughout Gardens to front and rear Driveway leading to detached brick built garage NO CHAIN!

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Character Cottage Two double bedrooms Two reception rooms GCH & partially double glazed Modern fitted kitchen and bathroom Well presented throughout Rear garden, Popular location Close to town centre, Viewing is a must!

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Country cottage Four bedrooms Lounge & dining room Kitchen/diner Beautiful gardens Semi rural location Well presented throughout

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OFFERS OVER £500,000

Kitfield Avenue Middlewich

Three bed terrace Well presented accommodation Lounge & kitchen diner D/glazing & GCH Gardens Viewing recommended

£124,950

Booth Lane Middlewich

Three bed semi ● Lounge, dining room, kitchen ● Bathroom, separate shower room ● GCH & d/glazing ● Rear garden ● Off street parking

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£127,950

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Modern three bedroom Traditional semi detached Lounge / dining room Kitchen / utility

Hill Top Avenue Winsford

Gch and Double glazing Driveway and garage Gardens Must be viewed

£129,950

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Extended semi detached home ● Through lounge dining room ● Garage with driveway ● Four double bedrooms ● Conservatory with garden views ● VIEWING ESSENTIAL!! ●

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£157,950

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Lambourne Grove Middlewich

£129,950

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Walnut Avenue Weaverham

Two bedroom mid mews Kitchen/diner Utility room Gardens to front and rear Driveway GCH & DG NO CHAIN!

£119,950

Marshall Lane Greenbank

Recently refurbished end terrace home ● Lounge, dining room ● Kitchen downstairs WC ● Three good size bedrooms ● Rear garden with patio area and outbuildings ● Driveway, detached garage ● GCH and double glazing ●

£109,950

£84,950

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Blakelow Close Moulton

Detached bungalow Well presented Two bedrooms GCH & double glazing Gardens to front and rear Driveway & garage No Chain

OIRO £169,950

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Woodlea Court The Pippins

Well presented ground floor flat ● One bedroom ● Lounge with patio doors to rear garden ● Modern kitchen ● Rear garden with lawn and patio area ● Allocated parking ●

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Fossa Close Middlewich

Four bedroom detached house Lounge and dining room Utility room and downstairs wc En-suite shower room Garage and driveway GCH and double glazing.

£219,500

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George VI Avenue Middlewich

3 Bed family home Recently re-fitted kitchen diner Lounge Central heating Double glazing Gardens to three sides Off road parking Viewing recommended.

£135,000

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Lime Close Middlewich

Well presented detached Four bedrooms Master with en-suite Kitchen diner, lounge/diner GCH & d/glazing Front & rear gardens Viewing recommended

Dane Place Winsford

Three bedrooms End Terrace Lounge Kitchen / Breakfast room Gch and Double glazing Parking and garage No Chain

£102,950

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School Road Winsford

Traditional 2 bedroom Lounge dining room Kitchen / breakfast room Utility room Downstairs cloakroom Loft room

£97,950

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Semi detached property Two bedrooms Cul-de-sac location Immaculately presented Detached garage & driveway Gardens to 3 sides

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Modern Three Bedroom Detached Family Home Lounge & Dining Room Gas c/heating & d/ glazing Landscaped rear garden PART EXCHANGED CONSIDERED!

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The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Northwich 01606 48433 Second Floor Apartment L Shaped Lounge Diner Two Bedrooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazed

School Lane

Semi Detached Property Loft Conversion & Cellar Three Bedrooms Enclosed Gardens Detached Garage

Guide Price £189,950

Norley Place

Modern Town House Lounge & Kitchen Diner Four Bedrooms En-Suite & Family Bathroom Enclosed Rear Garden

Guide Price £199,950

Northwich

Mid Terraced Property Lounge & Dining Room Kitchen & Utility Two Double Bedrooms Enclosed Gardens

Arley Court,Wrenbury Drive Modern First Floor Apartment Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner Two Bedrooms Allocated Parking Gas Central Heating & Double Glazed

Marple Road

Recently Refurbished Semi Detached Breakfast Kitchen & Utility Three Bedrooms Gardens Front & Rear Off Road Parking

Kingsley Drive

Link Detached Property Conservatory Three Bedrooms Gardens Front & Rear Off Road Parking & Garage

Guide Price £154,950 Wellington Street

Semi Detached Property Three Bedrooms Open Plan Lounge Diner Extensive Rear Garden Single Garage

London Road

Guide Price £199,950

Cheshire’s Estate Agent

Guide Price £219,950

Modern Mid Mews Two Bedrooms Lounge & Dining Kitchen Communal Parking & Lawn Enclosed Rear Garden

Field Close

Semi Detached Property Lounge & Dining Room Two Bedrooms Allocated Parking Enclosed Rear Garden

Guide Price £120,000 Rayleigh Avenue

Bay Fronted Semi-Detached Spacious Lounge Three Bedrooms Enclosed Garden To Rear Off Road Parking

Guide Price £170,000

Offers over £157,000 Mature End Terraced Lounge & Dining Room Kitchen & Utility Three Double Bedrooms Rear Garden

Hewitt Street

Guide Price £109,950

Guide Price £119,950

Northwich

Offers Over £119,950

Offers Over £135,000

Northwich

Lostock Gralam

Offers Over £130,000

Beech Lane

Mature Semi Detached Three Bedrooms Lounge & Dining Room Conservatory Enclosed Gardens To Front & Rear

Ellesmere Road

Guide Price £105,000

Northwich

Barnton

Northwich

Mature Semi Detached Three Bedrooms First Floor Bathroom Gardens To Three Sides Detached Garage

Northwich

Guide Price £117,500

Guide Price £110,000 Riverside

Fairfield Road

Semi Detached Property Three Bedrooms Lounge Diner Kitchen & Utility Room Off Road Parking & Garden

Northwich

Double Unit Park Home Lounge & Dining Room Two Double Bedrooms Off Road Parking Low Maintenance Gardens

Northwich

Warrington Road

Northwich

Bartington

Guide Price £104,950

Northwich

Wallace Street

Mature End Terrace Lounge Through Dining Room Extended Kitchen Two Bedrooms Independent Bathroom

Northwich

Mature Mid Terrace Two Reception Rooms Two Good Size Bedrooms First Floor Bathroom Extensive Garden

Guide Price £99,950

Davenham

Chester Road

Verdin Street

Mature Mid Terrace Two Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms First Floor Bathroom Courtyard To Rear

Guide Price £95,000

Northwich

Offers Over £89,000

Northwich

Old Vicarage Lane

Delamere

Wallerscote Close

Ground Floor Apartment Spacious Lounge Two Bedrooms Communal Parking Communal Gardens

Hartford

Weaverham

northwich@bridgfordscountrywide.co.uk www.rightmove.co.uk

Frith Avenue

Modern Detached Bungalow Three Bedrooms Ensuite To Master Rural Location Gardens & Garage

Guide Price £300,000

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Selling Property in Cheshire, North Wales and North Shropshire 17-19 Lower Bridge Street, Chester CH1 1RS Oak Street, Northwich

Tel: 0844 4180268

Shipbrook Road, Rudheath

www.auctionhouse.uk.net

D L SO

Runcorn

100% SOLD

IN OUR AUCTION

D L SO

Runcorn

ON 17TH JUNE

D L SO

Cheshire

ENTRIES ARE NOW INVITED FOR OUR NEXT AUCTION ON

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Cheshire

5TH AUGUST 2009 D L SO

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES 3RD JULY

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Classified

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Classified Business

Heating/Plumbing

Gutters

BUDGET PLUMBING 24 HR CALLOUT WITHIN 1HR - NO CALLOUT CHARGE

UPVC Soffit

Covers all Cheshire Area Free Estimates • All Work Guaranteed

Telephone: 01270 898273 or 0800 0856385

Roofing

Contact Philip Davies Jewellers Agents for Seiko, Pulsar, Avia All types of gold & silver jewellery

Classified Home Services To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381

ALSO WINDOWS DOORS CARPORTS

Established 1985 PVCu Tile Caps (Dry Verges)

Gutter(different shapes & colours) PVCu Fascias

No Sub Contractors No Salesmen No Gimmicks

rd oa eb rg a B Cu PV s PVCu Soffits

PVCu Shiplap Cladding (in a range of colours)

M & M Building Services Building contractors with 20 years experience, all aspects and trades covered. Extensions, alterations, flagging and new builds undertaken All work fully insured and guaranteed Tel: 01606 863659 Mobile: 07908056388 BUILDERS All your property needs under one roof. Repairs, maintenance, renovations, extensions. Includes brickwork, tiling, roofing, plastering, paving, certified electrics, plumbing. Time served tradesmen. free estimates. Tel 01270 661049 or 07517 746985

Kitchens N. J. Griffin Joinery Service Kitchens supplied, fitted and installed. All work project managed Gas, Electrical, Plumbing and Tiling Tel 01606 594543 Fax 01606 554452 Mob 07855 760 766 www.njgriffinjoinery.net

Domestic and Commercial. All Skip sizes available: 2yd to 40yds • • • • •

Joinery ALL ASPECTS OF JOINERY UNDERTAKEN. Windows, Doors & skirtings Etc. Loft Conversions & Velux windows installed. 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Tel Mr McBride On 01606 330736 Or 07973 706035

Handyman C.C. HANDYMAN

• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Tiling • Laminate flooring • Painting & decorating • Flat pack furniture • Grass cutting & borders • Odd jobs Ring Chris on 07544 019312

federation of master tradesmen

FOR QUOTATION AND FREE ROOFING ADVICE TELEPHONE:

(07861) 660374 (01606) 557158

MOT type 1 subbase Washed grit sands Washed pipe bedding gravels 6F2 hardcore • Puddle Clay Topsoil • Turf media soils

Heavy Duty Cleaning Services

20 YEAR GUARANTEE

DRIVEKLEEN

Only top quality felts used Ply Decking Fast efficient service Flat roofing since 1977

ALL SIZE SKIPS AVAILABLE

Tel: 01829 260 687 Fax: 01829 260 556

Eddie Mcdaid Flat Roofing Comberbach

Email: info@nickbrookes.co.uk www.nickbrookes.co.uk

01606 892194 07774 713459

driveway and patio cleaning service, all exterior cleaning considered, for free quotes. contact steve. 01606 559501 mob: 77852828342

it pays to advertise in

Classified

TV/Video/Audio Repairs AERIAL SATELLITE SERVICES

BADDELEY

SKIP

HIRE

Mini & midi, reliable same day service. Competitive prices. Tel 01606 871759 or 07765 311206

Domestic Appliance Repairs COOKER REPAIRS(electric) free call out. All makes. Tel Gary 01606 800002/ 07765 403869 www.necrep.co.uk

Burglar Alarms FALCON SERVICES

ALARM

Intruder alarms installed, repaired & serviced. Excellent standards of workmanship by experienced tradesman. Free quotations Call 01606 855047 or 07525 483488

Carpet Services AFFORDABLE CLEANERS

Professional carpet & upholstery cleaners, high quality clean, most carpets dry before we leave. Excellent rates. For a free quote call 01606 74298 or 07854 690355 carpetcleanerscheshire.co.uk

RDI Registered Installer / Sky / Freeview / Freesat European Satellite Systems / Motorised Systems

Tiling

Digital Aerials from £40 or extra phone points from £50

A PROFESSIONAL TILER All aspects of wall & floor tiling. Free quotations. Professional job guaranteed. Friendly & reliable. Competitive rates. Tel 01244 544994

Painting/Decorating WILLIAM DECORATOR

DODD

High quality at an affordable price. Free estimates. T: 01606 833099 or M: 07946342013

Telephone Services TELEPHONE WORK Telephone & computer extensions, ex BT Engineer

01270 875424

Garages/Garage Doors VALE ROYAL GARAGE DOORS Up and over doors, supplied, fitted & repaired. Remote control conversions. Unit 2, Duttons Industrial Estate, Dock rd, Northwich. Tel 0800 7311533

Come and see us at the shop at 66 High Street, Saltney

0800 118 2705 • 07858 210556

Registered installer

RRS DIGITAL Plasterwork AERIALS

Would you like to Control Sky in another room? We install TV & Sky multiroom systems Tv brackets fitted, Phone points

NO JOB TOO SMALL 15 yrs exp. All jobs metered for best signal quality All work fully insured & guaranteed

Call Rick on

01606 559346 or 07843 725314

By Phone: Classified Private Ads Tel: 0870 234 0031 Mon-Fri 7.30am-8pm Sat 8.30am-12.30pm on line at www.buysell.co.uk Classified Trade Ads Tel: 01244 606381/606382

If you would like to make an appointment for one of our Sales Representatives to call and see you please telephone: Marie Dixon (Winsford Advertisers) Tel: 01244 606383 Mobile: 07714 429637 E-mail: marie.dixon@cheshirenews.co.uk Ray Addison (Northwich Advertisers) Tel: 01244 606318 Mobile: 07795 302461 E-mail: ray.addison@buysell.co.uk

Recruitment Advertising Tel: 0870 701 0073 Fax: 0870 701 0075 E-mail: recruitment@cheshirenews.co.uk

By Post or in Person Chronicle Newspapers Front Counter, Chronicle House, Commonhall Street, Chester CH1 2AA.

By Fax: Chester 01244 606395 Chester Chronicle & Associated Newspapers may monitor or record telephone calls for training purposes

Distribution: 0151 472 2803

FLAT ROOFING 30 years Life expectancy

All major credit and debit cards accepted

Tel/Fax: 01782 832500 Alsager 01270 884486 Crewe/Nantwich 01270 841425 email: sales@gutterplus85.co.uk www.gutterplus85.co.uk If we can’t sort you no one can

EST 1953

• SPECIALISTS IN SLATING • TILING • FLAT TO PITCHED ROOFS • PVC SOFFITS & FASCIAS 55 years • GUTTERS & WINDOWS • CHIMNEYS REMOVED REBUILT & REPOINTED experience • ALSO REFURB • REPAIRS, LARGE OR SMALL WITH GUARANTEED, QUALITY WORKMANSHIP, • INSURANCE WORK • DORMAS AND ALL ASPECTS OF LEADWORK • RUBBER COVER FLAT ROOFS LIFE EXPECTANCY 50 YRS

Suppliers of

Building Services/Supplies

‘Family Business’

NORTHWICH ROOFING

SKIP HIRE

Tel: 01606 43535

SPECIALISTS

Guttering & Downspouts available in grey, brown, black or white

e.g. Semi Detached House Including Fascia, Soffit, Guttering & Downpipes, fully fitted Only £650 ALL TYPES OF EXTERIOR PAINTING

Skip Hire

GOLD BOUGHT FOR CASH! NO ADMIN CHARGE

PVCue

Interlocking dry verge, forms a complete maintenance free roofing system

UPVC Barge boards

Ring Dave on 01606 569166 / 07876 403309 (m)

CHEQUES CASHED

J .H. Home Improvements UPVC Specialists

Burst pipes, leaks, taps Drains unblocked Showers, Radiators, Bathrooms OAP Discounts

To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381/606382

Financial

Northwhich Chronicle

How to place an advert

RB PLASTERING Plastering, dry lining, reskims, rendering, coving, artexing. No job too small, FREE estimates. Call Ray on

Tel 07900 148 127

Classified

Sales & Bargains Private: 0870 2340031 Trade:01244 606381

Articles For Sale

Household Goods

KIDS TOYS

DINING FURNITURE

Barbie r/c car, Barbie beetle, Bratz limo, Barbie and Bratz dolls, Fifi cottage, Strawberry shortcake cottage, Bratz mansion, Dyson vacuum, Dolls buggy, Baby Alive, Baby Annabel, Kitchen, Girls world, Washing machine, 2 safety sides for bed and more. Ring up, call round, make me an offer. £variable

01606782577

COAL AND flame

effect electric fire in brass and black iron basket, 2 speed blow, £50. Tel: (01606 592119) Winsford

ELECTRIC

FIRE suite, £50. Tel: (01606 352484) Northwich

BAILEY

PLASTERING

All aspects of plastering undertaken, extensions & alterations. Call for free estimate. No job too small. Telephone 01270 763176 Mobile: 07962 102357.

FOOT SPA £5. Tel: (01606 352484) Northwich

GAS FIRE suite, £50. Tel: (01606 Northwich

WANTED DOULTON MB

PLASTERING

services. Plastering, re skimming, drylining, artexing. Damp proof injecting. Tel 01606 863462 or 07738 901734

352484)

Yew dining table, 6 chairs, 2 carvers and matching sideboard. reproduction mahogany glass display cabinet, ash table, 4 matching chairs, will split.

£200.00 01606 49847 COAL AND flame

effect electric fire in brass and black basket with two speed blow heater, £50. Tel (01606 592119). Winsford.

ELECTRIC

FIRE suite, £50. Tel: (01606 352484) Northwich

GAS FIRE suite, £50. Tel: (01606 Northwich

PEDESTAL TABLE Round

Pine Pedestal Table 46" Wide 4 Chairs 18 months old VGC £50 ono 07970878757

SOLID BESWICK/

Moorcroft animals/figurines etc., jewellery, medals, silver & gold, almost anything old. I pay the best prices so I have been told! Will travel & pay cash. Tel. 01270 520369/07718 827048. Nantwich

Home Improvement

WOOD butchers block, kitchen trolley, as new, hardly used, £35. Tel: (01607 77675) Northwich

Fireplace Sales INSET

gas fire, baxi, brass trim, £65. Tel: (01606 593236) Winsford

MARBLE GEORGIAN DOORS £30. Tel: (01606 Northwich

352484)

FIREPLACE

Ornate white marble fireplace and fire. Excellent condition £200 01606 872185

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Blinds

SAVE

SUMMER

£££s

BLINDS SALE 50% UP TO

FREE measuring & fitting FAST local service FIRST choice for blinds

OFF

ALL BOOKS & SAMPLES BROUGHT TO YOUR HOME

Huge range of made-to-measure blinds & awnings

CALL NOW! FREEPHONE

0800 916 6536 Lines open 8.30am-9pm weekdays, 9am-5pm weekends

EVERY BL TYPE IND

Conditions apply.

NEW 2009 ROLLER AND VERTICAL FABRICS

ASK ABOUT OUR SUMMER SUN AWNING OFFER

JUST LAUNCHED 3 Vertical blinds, up to 6’ wide, any drop FROM £76 7 vertical blinds, up to 6’ wide, any drop FROM £179 7 Rollers, up to 6’ wide, any drop FROM £195

0 1 6 0 6

4 6 1 7 8

NOT IN

FAMILY RUN BUSINESS EST

TV/Video/Audio Sales

3−PIECE

HI−FI UNIT pine, £30. Tel:

SUITE vgc, terracotta floral, £150 ono. Tel: (01606 593684) Winsford

BARGE PINE table

and chairs, good condition, solid pine, £190. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

COMPUTER DESK

Ikea, plus 2 cabinets, teak, as new, offers. Tel: (01606 851139) Northwich

DESK

MFI plus set of drawers, cream, as new, offers. Tel: (01606 851139) Northwich

DARK WOOD cane settee, 2 seater, £15. (07833374903) Northwich

CORNER

unit, light mahogany, £80. Tel: (01606 352484) Northwich good Tel:

PINE

DRESSER with glass doors, good condition, £75, solid pine. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

ROCKING

CHAIR pine, £35. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

ROCKING CHAIR

white, £20. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

SET OF drawers, old dark

wood and mirrors, £40. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

SIDE

BY SIDE bureau, £10. Tel: (01606 593684) Winsford

AND

chairs, Pine effect with Cream covers. Only 12 months old, cost £475 new. Still in shrowroom condition £199 Tel:07790692794/ 01270 611638

Beds/Bedrooms 3’ DIVAN vgc, £10. Tel: (01606 Winsford

stand, £50. Tel: (01606 77831) Northwich

PANASONIC

surround sound system, not HDMI but ok for digital TV, £40. Tel: (07720401311) Northwich

TV JVC

30£ plus DVD player, £25. Tel: (07519 597425) Northwich

Musical Instruments PIANO

accordion, 120 bass, 5 couplers, in great condition, hard case, £220. Tel: (01606 861784) Northwich

HOHNER

PIANO

accordion, 48 bass, excellent, carry case and straps, £120. Tel: (01606 861784) Northwich

Sports Equipment AIR

WALKER exerciser, £35. Tel: (07833374903) Northwich

CROSS

TRAINER

exercise bike, £100 the pair. Tel: (01606 352484) Northwich

EXERCISE MACHINE

in good condition, £25. Tel: (01606 851139) Northwich

GOLF

CLUBS full set, good quality, vgc, nearly new golf bag, £95. Tel: (01606 330447) Northwich

MAGNETIC

EXERCISE

bike, perfect order, £50. Tel: (01606 557149) Winsford

WEIDER CRUNCH trainer

to tone up abs and flatten stomach, manual and video instruction as new, £10. Tel (01606 592119). Winsford.

Cycles

593684)

BLUE

HEADBOARD pine, 4ft 6", £10. Tel: (01606 301360) Hartford

REST ASSURED electric

control disabled bed, adjustable, as new, offers. Tel: (01606 851139) Northwich

Bathrooms BATH

and basin, taps with waste kit, antique crosshead style, all in original box, £20. Tel: (01607 77675) Northwich

CORNER

PANASONIC 28" TV with

HOHNER

Beech Woven Rush Seat Dining Chairs. Excellent Condition. £210.00. 01606 49946

DRESSER

352484)

Tel:

DINING CHAIRS 6 Solid

condition, £85. (07833374903) Northwich

(01606 Northwich

SHOWERS

2 new corner Showers, 760x760, White. Silver with bases, £130 each. 0151 548 6785

SINK UNIT Modern

Sink New Round Bowl 2 Draws tap−Waste £150 01515486785

ADULT

bike, vgc, (01606 Winsford

mountain £10. Tel: 550871)

ELECTRIC POWER bike,

very little use, cost £650 new, sell for £425 ono. Tel: (01606 775017) Northwich

RED

ADULT mountain bike, excellent, £15. Tel: (01606 550871) Winsford

Toys & Games BASKET BALL net,

ball and wall fittings, £10. Tel: (01606 301360) Hartford

FISHER

PRICE

activity table, as new, very good condition, £12. Tel: (07941845193) Northwich

Disabled Equipment MOBILITY SCOOTER Roma Paris Shoprider mobility scooter. Hardly used. Dismantles for transportation. Speed 6mph, weight up to 21st. 4 wheels. Burgundy colour.

£650ono

SUBJECT TO TECHNICAL

CONJUNCTION

Furniture

TABLE

GARDEN

JIGSAW with 10 cutting blades, £10. Tel: (07519 597425) Northwich

FERM band saw, as new,

£45 ono. Tel: (01606 593236) Winsford

PVC WINDOW full open-

ing casement, 630 x 1050mm high, never installed, £25. Tel: (01607 77675) Northwich

TILES 57 new fired−earth

African multi−colour slate tiles, 30 x 40 x 1−2 cms, £200; 165 new Marlborough pearl pink mix, 11.5 cm tiles, £100. Tel. 01829 740 103 or 07980 026 961 (Tarvin).

Parent & Child

01745338319 (2) WHEELCHAIRS

vgc, £40 and £60. Tel: (01606 557092) Winsford

MOBILITY QUINNY ZAPP Black.

Excellent condition. Great pushchair! £50 07747 481847

ASSORTED BABY items,

all excellent, details. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

BABIES ’R’ US pine cot

bed, excellent, £60. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

BABY

CLOTHING

bundles, 0−3, 3−6, 6−9 and 9−12 months, excellent, £5 per bundle. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

BABY

HIGHCHAIR excellent, £15. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

CHILD’S COT bed, good condition, (01606 Northwich

£30. Tel: 784592)

COT

BED bedding, £5. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

COT BED mattress, £10. Tel: (09867 Winsford

784477)

GRACO BABY swing, ex-

cellent, £20. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

KINGSWOOD

TRAVEL

cot, excellent, £12. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

MAXI−COSY

car seat, £20. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

TRAVEL

STAIRGATE

mesh, excellent, £5. Tel: (09867 784477) Winsford

Clothing WANTED LEATHERS

Classic leather motorcycle jackets. Cafe Racers. Military A1.G2.B3. Irvin RAF. Lewis. Aviakit. Mascot. Everoak. Harley Davidson. Aero. Vanson. Brooks. Bates. Any classic British or American leathers. Especially Belstaff waxed jackets and Belstaff Trailmaster jackets. Any vintage biker helmets. Condition and size not important. Also wanted old metal motorcycle signs and badges. I also buy vintage guitars. Best prices paid. £10 to 100

07791088050

Fishing BARBEL LEDGER rod, 10’ with 2 tops plus bag, as new, £45. Tel: (01606 556461) Northwich

OKUMA FIXED spool reel,

rear drag, new and boxed, £10. Tel: (01606 556461) Northwich

SCOOTER

Maxi Strider Midi 4 electric mobility scooter excellent condition £520 ono 07596994169

REST ASSURED electric

control disabled bed, adjustable, as new, offers. Tel: (01606 851139) Northwich

Jewellery

wants pre 1950 St Helens & Recs Rugby League programmes £Best price 01704 579014

Articles Wanted

solitaire pendant and chain, half carat, very clean, brilliant cut, £600 ono. Tel: (01606 48326) Northwich

HEDGING

LAWN

MOWERS

McCulloch push and self propelled mowers used once Briggs stratton £100−120 07967 951522

TURF OVER

Full 7 day polite & professional clearance service Everything bought & rubbish removed

Tel: Peter or Julia Critchley on

01606 42142 8am-9pm - 7 days

GRANDFATHER

CLOCKS Wanted, any condition, best cash prices paid. Also Grandfather clock parts and all other related articles including barometers. 01829 733028 or 07974 957 482 BESWICK/

Moorcroft animals/figurines etc., jewellery, medals, silver & gold, almost anything old. I pay the best prices so I have been told! Will travel & pay cash. Tel. 01270 520369/07718 827048. Nantwich

• PAVING • DRAINAGE • • TURFING • FENCING •

0 1 2 70 2 1 9 0 75 Night 0 79 6 8 4 3 92 6 5 Day

trimmer, vgc, (01606 Northwich

£10. Tel: 76613)

FLYMO HOVER Compact

300 mower, vgc, £30. Tel: (01606 76613) Northwich

FLYMO hover mower, 12" blade, £15 Tel: (01606 301360) Hartford

FOREST GARDENS

Patios, paving, Timber decking, Driveways, Garden walls, Fencing ALL TYPES OF LANDSCAPING CALL KARL TEL 01606 882 374 MOB 07977 938 472 FLYMO

hover vac, as new, £20. Tel: (01606 593236) Winsford

GARDEN

NORTHWICH CANINE SERVICES

* K9 Water World - Canine Hydrotherapy Hydrotherapy can help with Arthritis, Muscle Building, Pre & Post-operative or general weight control and fitness Also available - Puppy swims - from 12 weeks to 12 months Facilities Include ****15ft x 8ft jet pool, hot spa & drying room **** (Fully insured and a member of the Canine Hydrotherapy Association) * K9 Cuttery - Grooming Salon Friendly & professional. All your dogs needs * K9 Day Creche - Doggy Day Care Day creche for your pet; at work or having a day out leave your pet in a loving dog friendly environment * K9 Microchip - Pet Microchipping Pet microchipping (includes dogs, cats, rabbits & ferrets) Tel: 01606 783871

TORTOISES

QUALCAST trimmer, (01606 Northwich

FURNITURE

Wooden table & chairs, parasol & base. £75 01270 761855

GARDEN SHEDS 3 sheds, good condition. Buyer dismantles and collects, will split. Nantwich. £offers 07779991345

GARDEN TABLE new, still

in box, round, glass, with wicker/charcoal frame, also 4 wicker highback chairs to match, £195 ono. Tel: (01606 596072) Winsford

£15.

HEDGE Tel: 76613)

Agriculture

BAY MARE

Must go to good homes.

£125 07756 878271

Livestock/Poultry

ELECTRIC

★ FREE ESTIMATES ★

Kennedy Landscapes

07590849507

LANDSCAPING

cylinder mower, perfect, £40. Tel: (01606 557149) Winsford

Gardening

CHALLENGER lawn edge

SAVE

From Garden to Golf Course. Delivery and installation of Screened topsoil. Lawnturf. Fencing. Decking. Drainage. Stone aggregates 07854749190/01829261278

BLACK Rock speckledy & warren day old and 18wk old pullets. Cobb and Ross meat chicks; also Turkeys and Ducks. Cyril Bason (Stokesay) Ltd. Craven Arms. 01588 673204/5.

Very Pretty, 13HH, Welsh Sec B X. 5 Yrs. Still green and needs an experienced and confident jockey. Great show potential. Good to shoe & load. Vacs, wormed, teeth to date. Micro chipped. Price reflects her lack of experience. £600

07968 496974

Classified Personal

To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381/606382

Hypnotherapy

Chatlines

DO YOU SUFFER FROM:

Anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression or emotional problems? Also help with smoking and weight loss

HYPNOTHERAPIST

Karen Lally can help 16 Years Experience

Call for a free brochure:

To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381/606382

Free collection and delivery service www.middlewichmachinery.co.uk peter@middlewichmachinery.co.uk

−

SALE

30% Quality guaranteed. Same/next day delivery. 0800 085 2027 or www.turfonline.co.uk

QUALCAST

BEREAVEMENT CLEARANCES

Agriculture

Repair and service of all horticultural and agricultural machinery Including: Lawnmowers, strimmers, chainsaws & other gardening equipment

SPECIALIST

Leylandii 3−4ft £4.50 4− 6ft £7.50, Laurel £3.95/ £5.50, Box 95p/£3.50. Tel: 01829 720514 www.hedgeit.co.uk

blue, triangular table in glass, brand new, £180. Tel: (01606 593654) Winsford

Classified

MIDDLEWICH MACHINERY

UMBRELLA

PATIO SET 8pc Bermuda,

ALL HOUSE CLEARANCES

WANTED DOULTON

DIAMOND

Pets

beige, base, unused, £15. Tel: (07519 597425) Northwich

NICK’S

71378919SS13

GEMINI

VISA FREE FITTING*

SPECIALISTS IN SUN A W N I N G S A N D P L E AT E D B L I N D S F O R C O N S E R VAT O R I E S

PINE

500W

COLLECTOR

MASTERCARD FREE MEASURE

GLASS

Gardening

Collectors Items

www.hillarys.co.uk

COMPUTER

D.I.Y. & Tools

01606 592233 Personal

Escort Agencies

FAB LADY Visits U 07899

AZURE LADIES & GUYS

770994.

GEMMA

412822

Mature

07806

K Female 07706 007130

Sauna/Massage NEW REFURBISH MENT

EXECUTIVE SUITE Top Class Professionals En Suite Rooms Massage

21A Edleston Rd, Crewe 2 mins from Train Station

Tel: 01270 250632

THE EXCELL SAUNA Cheshire’s Premier No1 Well established 15 years. 211a Nantwich Rd, Crewe

Tel: 01270 250647

NORTHWICH’S

FINEST

Luxury VIP massage with an individual experience. NEW Jacuzzi suite. Let us work our magic for you. 01606 784298.

Call Azure 07717 661 688. All Major credit cards accepted.

Friendship Clubs

❤

INTRODUCTIONS UK LTD CHESHIRE FIND SOMEONE SPECIAL

LOCAL Introductions All Ages Established 1991 Vast Membership High Quality Service Colour Photos Executive Register Available Affordable Fees Free Info Pack www.introsuk.co.uk

0800 0962457

Classified Public Notices

To place an advert Tel: 01244 606346

Public Notices Cheshire West and Chester Council The Local Authorities (Members’ Allowances) (England) Regulations 2003 Cheshire West and Chester Council has made arrangements to publish the total amount paid by it, during the Shadow year 2008/2009, to each Member of the authority in respect of basic, special responsibility, travelling and subsistence allowances in accordance with its Scheme of Members Allowances. Details of the gross payments made can be inspected at Room 251, County Hall, Chester, during normal office hours or on the Council’s website. Website address: www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Fiona Crane, Head of Democratic Services. June 2009.

The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Public Notices

Classified

To place an advert Tel: 0870 701 0073

To place an advert Tel: 01244 606318

Public Sector

CARS BOUGHT

Recruitment CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESHIRE COUNCIL PUBLICITY FOR PLANNING AND OTHER APPLICATIONS These applications may be examined at the One Stop Shop, Wyvern House, The Drumber, Winsford CW7 1AH, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (excluding public holidays). All representations should be made within 21 days for this publication to the above address or e-mail to planning@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Notice is hereby given that applications have been made to the Council in respect of sites/properties: (A) which are Listed Buildings, lie within or is adjacent to a conservation area, affect the setting of a listed building of Scheduled Ancient Monument of (B) which are departures from the Vale Royal Local Plan First Review; or (C) which are required to be advertised in accordance with Article 8 of the General Development Order. (A) Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Application No 09/00792/FUL

09/00940/COU

Location

Proposed Development

Applicant

Yachtshaven Ways Green Winsford Cheshire CW7 4YH

Replacement two storey dwelling (amendment to 081623-FUL)

Mr J Casey

Northwich Post Office 5 The Arcade Northwich Cheshire CW9 5AS

Change of use to licensed betting Office (Class A2)

William Hill Organisation Ltd

Motors

Personal Assistant to Borough Solicitor

Ref: CE107

£18,937 - £21,306 per annum • Sandbach Cheshire East Council has an opportunity for a highly organised Personal Assistant to provide a professional and comprehensive support service to the Executive Office and particularly the Borough Solicitor. You must have a proven track record of providing executive support at senior Director level. Excellent interpersonal skills will be required to organise corporate events for members and officers. You will also need to show initiative, innovation and be able to work under pressure as you co-ordinate a variety of important activities for the Council, manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines. With excellent ICT, written and verbal communication skills, a fine attention to detail and a good understanding of the principles of effective project management, you will be calm, professional and have a responsive and customer focused approach to your work. To apply visit www.cheshireeast.gov.uk Application forms to be returned to jobs@cheshireeast.gov.uk or apply online. For any enquires please email jobenquiries@cheshireeast.gov.uk or call 01244 972503 quoting the appropriate ref no. Closing date: 26 June 2009.

Up To 8 years old Top Prices Paid

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CHEVROLET KALOS SX 1.4

8 St Mary’s Drive Whitegate Winsford Cheshire CW8 2EZ

£3,200 ono Tel. 07595388294 CITROEN

C3 1.4i SX, 2002, 48k miles, 5 door hatch, 12 months MoT, 6 months tax, £3,000. Tel: (01606 350612) Northwich

FORD

FIESTA

5 door, 2001, alloys, sunroof, 12 months MoT, blue, excellent, £1,995. Tel: (07790 343965) Winsford

Lostock Triangle Site Manchester Road Lostock Gralam Northwich Cheshire

1.4, 2004, 5 door hatch, 34k miles, grey, 6 months T&T, £4,900. Tel: (01606 851750) Northwich

Loft conversion with Mr and Mrs Buckley velux roof windows and 2 No hipped pitched roof dormer windows Approval of reserved CDP Ltd matters for the erection of offices. Two hotels, restaurant/pub and retail units (pursuant to outline approval APP/2001/0533

Cheshire West and Chester Council on behalf of the Cheshire Pension Fund & the following demising Authorities, Cheshire County Council, Chester City Council, Ellesmere Port & Neston Borough Council, Vale Royal Borough Council

Audit of Accounts 2008/09 and Notice of Public Rights Audit Commission Act 1998 Accounts & Audit Regulations 2003 Notice is hereby given that from 6 July 2009 to 31 July 2009, between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday, any interested person may inspect and make copies of the accounts of the above named bodies for the year ended 31 March 2009 and all books, deeds, contracts, bills, vouchers and receipts relating thereto. The accounts and other documents will be available for inspection at the offices at which they are normally kept or otherwise by arrangement. Initial applications for inspection should be made to the Head of Finance, County Hall, Castle Drive, Chester CH1 1SG Tel: 01244 977355. Notice is also given that from 10am on 3 August 2009, until the conclusion of the audit, the external auditor, at the request of a local government elector for any area to which the accounts relate, will give the elector or their representative, an opportunity to question him/her about the accounts and request the auditor to issue a public interest report under Section 8 of the Audit Commission Act 1998 and/or make objections to any matter in respect of which the auditor could take action under Section 17 (1) of the Audit Commission Act 1998, in relation to unlawful items of account. In respect of Cheshire County Council, Ellesmere Port & Neston Council, Chester City Council & Cheshire Pension Fund accounts, questions may be received at County Hall, Chester CH1 1SG by arrangement with the District Auditor, Ms Judith Tench of the Audit Commission, at First Floor, Block 4, The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn WA7 4ZY Tel: 01928 523550 to whom requests of this nature should be addressed. In respect of Vale Royal Borough Council, questions may be received at County Hall, Chester CH1 1SG by arrangement with David Buxton, of Baker Tilly, 3 Hardman Street, Manchester M3 3HF Tel: 0161 830 4001 to whom requests of this nature should be addressed. No objection may be made unless the auditor has previously received written notice of the proposed objection and its grounds. A copy of this notice must also be sent to the Cheshire West and Chester Council at the address below. Simon Goacher, Head of Legal Services, Cheshire West and Chester Council, County Hall, Chester CH1 1SF. Dated this 29th day of May 2009.

GOODS OPERATORS

VEHICLE LICENCE

Joanne Linda Roylance trading as Express refrigerated Logistics of 17 Westminster Close, Grappenhall, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 2GS is applying to change an existing licence as follows:− To keep an extra 2 goods vehicles and 0 trailers at the operating centre at Seafield Logistics Park, winnington Business Park, Winnington Avenue, Northwich, Cheshire CW8 4EE. Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at North Western Traffic Area, Hillcrest house, 386 Harehills Lane, Leeds LS9 6NF stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice. A Guide to Making Representations is available from the Traffic commissioner’s Office.

LICENSING

B.M.W. ‘A truly outstanding college’ Ofsted Reaseheath College is one of the leading land-based Colleges in the country centred in a 500 acre estate close to Nantwich

BMW 318

DOG GROOMER/ INSTRUCTOR

Citroen

Salary - £15,935 - £16,962

ACT

2003

Sharon Stokes and Harold Greenwood is applying for the Grant of a Premises Licence for Cuddington News Food & Wine at 109−111 Norley Road, Northwich CW8 2LE. The licence, if granted, is to enable the following activities to take place: Supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises. Any person wishing to make representations in relation to this application may do so by writing to the Licensing Section at Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, Wyvern House, The Drumber, Winsford, 1AH. Cheshire, CW7 Representations may be made for 28 consecutive days from the date of this notice. A copy of the application for the grant of the above licence is kept by the Licensing Section at Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, Wyvern House, The Drumber, Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 1AH. The application can be viewed Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, except bank holidays. Dated: 11/6/09

We need an experienced and flexible dog groomer / instructor to join our multi-talented team. You will supervise students and work experience staff, conduct practical sessions in dog grooming and assist our staff to provide high quality training and teaching. As well as working in our 21st century dog grooming parlours and kennels, you will also help us look after the extensive range of species in our animal collection. Reaseheath has a zoo licence and a national reputation for the high standards of its animal husbandry. You should have: • a relevant City & Guilds level 3 (or above) • practical experience in the animal industry • a clean driving licence Weekend work is on a rota basis and occasional evening work may be required.

Ci Coupe, 3 door, fsh, excellent, £3,895 ono. Tel: (07790 343965) Winsford

Ricky Gervais Manchester Apollo 12th Nov 2009

from £56 Price includes: • Return coach travel from local pick-up point • Standard admission ticket For further information

Call: 08702 415 131

Or visit: www.mct-online.co.uk MILLENIUM CONCERT TRAVEL

Closing Date: Monday 6th July 2009 Further details www.reaseheath.ac.uk Phone 01270 613168 email personnel@reaseheath.ac.uk or contact our Human Resources Department at Reaseheath College, Reaseheath, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 6DF

Driving & Transport

BECOME A DRIVING INSTRUCTOR • NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS • FULLY MAINTAINED CAR • EARN UP TO £600 PER WEEK! • UNRIVALLED TRAINING LOCAL TO YOU

FOR MORE INFORMATION FREEPHONE

0800 840 4247 www.go-red.co.uk 31/2 year UK/EU driving licence required. Course fees apply. 6+ points may prohibit application. Ref 144

LGV CE (HGV 1)

NANTWICH • Full Time Work • Mon to Fri & Tue to Sat • Days & Nights Available • £450 Per Week • 1 to 2 Drops Per Day • Nationwide Dels

0844 335 0415 Ref CC020

62400 miles, 5mths tax, 11mths MOT, ABS, C/Locking, 5dr, £995 ono Tel. 07795 977356

CITROEN

1.4i SX, 2002, 48k miles, 5 door hatch, 12 months MoT, 6 months tax, £3,000. Tel: (01606 350612) Northwich

Fiat

from £48 Price includes:

FIAT PUNTO 60S 1997, Used daily, miles £250 07891515828

72,000 Tel.

• Standard admission ticket For further information

Call: 08702 415 131

Or visit: www.mct-online.co.uk MILLENIUM CONCERT TRAVEL

Peugeot PEUGEOT 406 HDi ESTATE

2004, Economical, FSH, 12m MOT , ABS, C/Lock, Radio/CD, Satnav, Auto Lts/ wipers, Elec windows, Air Con/CC.

£2650

Tel. 01606837545

Saab SAAB 9−3 LINEAR

Sport TD 8V September 2006, grey, 21,000 miles

07944 705592 01244 300604 SAAB 9−3 CONVERTIBLE

2000, Black, ABS, Elec roof, Air Cond, C/Locking, PAS, 2DR, Full Leather, Good Condition. £3,250 Tel. 01516439813

TOYOTA COROLLA

1.4, 2004, 5 door hatch, 34k miles, grey, 6 months T&T, £4,900. Tel: (01606 851750) Northwich

Vauxhall

VECTRA 2.0 GLS

FORD MONDEO 130 TDCi ZETEC

Automatic, 1997, black, tax April 2010, mot March 2010, alarm, good tyres, very good condition

£800 ono

2002, 5 door black mot & tax may 10 133k miles good condition new injectors at 130k

£1750

• Return coach travel from local pick-up point

01270 610487

Toyota

Ford

17th Nov 2009

£1,995

CITROEN XSARA Picasso 1.6i LX 2001,

PUNTO 04 Plate, sport 26,700 miles, full MoT, taxed Oct 09, absolute bargain. £2,500 01244 315806

Manchester Apollo

S, 1.8. Immaculate condition, ’52 Reg, 81k, MoT, Red, Air con, CD, EFW, Trip, ISOFIX, RCL, PAS, Air bags

£7250

FIAT

Lily Allen

NISSAN PRIMERA

2006, 1 owner, 25000 miles, full, service, 9 months MOT, Cd, alloys, air con, electric windows, etc.

TOYOTA COROLLA

09/00951/FUL

Nissan

07927 661062

Tel. 07719571191

FORD

MONDEO 1800lx

2005, 2005 met green 53.000 miles ac c/control fsh mot april 2010 vgc

VW POLO 1.4 1998 S REG 63,000 miles, Black

£3,500

Tax & Mot Sept 09

Tel. 07526575553

pas, e/w, cd player, alloys.

FIESTA (P) tax, no MoT,

Lady owner

alloys, £375. Tel: (01606 882705) Northwich

FORD

FIESTA 5 door, 2001, alloys, sunroof, 12 months MoT, blue, excellent, £1,995. Tel: (07790 343965) Winsford

£1,100 ono 07932 617541.

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The Chronicle, June 24, 2008

Chapel House Cars

J&J VEHICLES

Real Value for Money

Quality Vehicles at Discount Prices Service Station, Holmes Chapel Road Sproston Green, Nr Middlewich Cheshire CW 4 7LP TEL: 07710 004706 VAT NO: 370507075

VIEW ALL MY CARS NOW AT: chapelhousecars1.website.orange.co.uk 51 RENAULT LAGUNA 2.0 DYNAMIQUE IDE.COMES WITH A SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES,POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND SUNROOF,AIR CONDITIONING,HALF LEATHER SEATS,ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM,REMOTE IMMOBLISED CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM AND FAR TO MUCH ELSE TO MENTION.AN AWFUL LOT OF MOTOR CAR ......................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £2495 W NISSAN MICRA 1.0 CELEBRATION.ONE PREVIOUS KEEPER AND ONLY 36,000 MILES, INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,SUNROOF AND NISSAN ANTI THEFT SYSTEM.AN IDEAL FIRST CAR IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS WITH SUPERB FUEL ECONOMY ....................................................................................................................NOW AT £1995 X RENAULT MEGANE 1.4 RT ALIZE 5 DOOR.THIS VERY TOP OF THE RANGE CAR HAS POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,ELECTRIC SUNROOF,AIR CONDITIONING,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,ELECTRIC MIRRORS,ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WITH TOP CLASS INTERIOR FITTINGS AND SO MUCH MORE ....................................................................................................................NOW AT £1995 W BMW 318I SALOON.THIS VERY WELL LOVED BAVARIAN BEAUTY HAS POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,UPGRADE ALLOY WHEELS,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,AIR CONDITIONING,AND ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WITH COMPLETE LUXURY INTERIOR FITTINGS. OBSCENE MOTORING AT THIS PRICE ........................................................................................................NOW AT £2995 V VOLVO S40 1.8 SE.THIS IMPECCABLE VERY HIGH SPECIFICATION MOTOR CAR COMES WITH A FULL SERVICE HISTORY.ITS MANY FEATURES INCLUDE, POWER STEERING AIR BAGS ,QUALITY STEREO SYSTEM ,AIR CONDITIONING,FULL LEATHER INTERIOR,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,ANTI LOCK BRAKING AND FAR TO MUCH ELSE TO MENTION.BE QUICK FOR THIS ONE OFF .. ............................................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £2295 Y FORD FIESTA 1.25 FREESTYLE 5 DOOR.HAS A FULL FORD SERVICE HISTORY AND COMES WITH POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, AIR CONDITIONING,CENTRAL LOCKING AND LOTS MORE.VERY ECONOMICAL AND LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS ..................................................................................................................NOW AT £2495 W HONDA ACCORD VTEC SE EXECUTIVE 2.0 AUTOMATIC.COMES WITH A FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND SPEC WISE IT COULDNT BE ANY HIGHER FROM EVERY ELECTRIC FEATURE AVAILABLE TO ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM TO FULL LEATHER INTERIOR TO AIR CONDITIONING AND FAR TO MUCH ELSE TO LIST,YOU WILL HAVE TO COME AND SEE IT ......NOW AT £2895 2001 51 PEUGEOT 307 2.0 XSI.HAS A FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,4 ELECTRIC WINDOWS,E.B.F.D BRAKING SYSTEM, DIGITAL AIR CONDITIONING,CD PLAYER,LIGHT SENSITIVE AUTO HEADLIGHTS,RAIN SENSITIVE AUTO WIPERS,HALF LEATHER SPORTS SEATING AND LOADS MORE. YOU WONT FIND BETTER ...... NOW AT £2995 X VAUXHALL CORSA 1.6 SPORT.HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,CD PLAYER,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,AIR CONDITIONING,ALLOY WHEELS CENTRAL LOCKING AND LOADS MORE.DONT MISS THIS RARE OPPORTUNITY........................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1995 2002 52 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2.0 SE 20 VALVE.HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,FOUR ELECTRIC WINDOWS,.AIR CONDITIONING,CD PLAYER,ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM,TOP SPEC INTERIOR AND TO MUCH ELSE TO LIST ........................................................................................................................NOW AT £3295 03 03 CITREON C3 1.4 DESIRE 5 DOOR. THIS SPECIAL EDITION CAR IS VERY ECONOMICAL AND IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS.IT HAS A FULL SERVICE HISTORY WITH ONLY 35,000 MILES.IT COMES WITH POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING,AIR CONDITIONING AND HIGH SPEC INTERIOR PLUS LOADS MORE.A REAL STUNNER ..................................................................................................................................NOW AT £3495 Y VAUXHALL CORSA 1.2 SXI 3 DOOR (NEW SHAPE) HAS FULL VAUXHALL SERVICE HISTORY.INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,AIR CONDITIONING,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,CD PLAYER,ALLOY WHEELS,ELECTRIC MIRRORS AND REMOTE ALARMED CENTRAL LOCKING.A STUNNING BUY, AVAILABLE SHORTLY.LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS .................. ............................................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £2995 VEHICLES UNDER £1500 P VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.6 GLS AUTOMATIC 5 DOOR HATCHBACK. DONT LET THE AGE FOOL YOU THIS IS A VERY TIDY CAR WITH SERVICE HISTORY 12 MONTHS MOT AND ONLY 57,000 MILES.IT INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,SUNROOF,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,CENTRAL LOCKING, ALLOY WHEELS AND TOP SPEC INTERIOR .BE VERY VERY QUICK ......................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1295 T RENAULT CLIO 1.2 5 DOOR.THIS SUPERB LITTLE CAR IS VERY ECONOMICAL AND IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS.HAS AIRBAGS,FINGERTIP STEREO CONTROLS ,IMMOBILISER SYSTEM AND SMART INTERIOR TRIMMINGS.IDEAL FIRST CAR ........................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1495 W FIAT SEICENTO 1.1 SPORTING .A REAL SPORTY STUNNER BUT WITH LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS.INCLUDES POWER STEERING,CENTRAL LOCKING,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,ALLOY WHEELS ,SPORTS STYLE SEATING AND INTERIOR COMPLETE WITH CD PLAYER.A SMART CAR WANTING VERY SMART OWNER. ..........................................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1495 W NISSAN PRIMERA 1.8 S 5 DOOR. INCLUDES POWER STEERING,AIRBAGS,ELECTRIC WINDOWS,ANTI LOCK BRAKES,AIR CONDITIONING,ALLOY WHEELS AND REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING WITH NISSAN ANTI THEFT SYSTEM. A TOP QUALITY CAR AT A BARGAIN PRICE ............................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1495 DUE IN THIS WEEK Y RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC 1.4. 05 2005 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY SDI DIESEL VAN WITH SIDE LOADING DOOR. X FORD FIESTA ZETEC 1.25

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NEXT TO CREWE ALEXS CAR PARK OPPOSITE END FROM THE STADIUM PHONE 9 AM TO 9PM 7 DAYS A WEEK OPENING HOURS.MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9AM -5.30PM.FRIDAY 9AM -5PM. SATURDAY 9AM -4PM. CLOSED ON SUNDAYS. OUT OF HOURS POSSIBLE BY APPOINTMENT.

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ALL OUR CARS COME WITH A FULL OR LONG MOT ALL SERVICED. WARRANTY AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST CARS MGZS bright yellow, alloys, c/l, PAS, cd, 5dr, 38,000 miles ................................................. £1995 VAUXHALL CORSA CLUB 1.0 16v 3 door in silver, 65,000 miles, ps............................ £1995 FORD KA 1.3 in black, p/s, r cassette, fsh ............................................................................. £1495 VAUXHALL CORSA SXI 16V 3 dr in silver, cl, ps, alloys, 62 thou.................................. £1495 CITROEN SAXO 1.5D 5 dr, cl, ew, ps, rd, sr ........................................................................ £1295 CITROEN SAXO 1.4 AUTO 5 door in white, p/s, c/l, sr, 44,000 miles.............................. £995 RENAULT CLIO semi auto 3 dr in green, cd, sr, ps ............................................................ £995 RENAULT CLIO GRANDE RN 1.2 3 door in green, ps, sunroof, cd, fsh, 71,000 miles £995 NISSAN ALMERA PRECISION 1.6 5dr in blue, e/w, a/c, c/l, PAS, cd............................. £950 RENAULT LAGUNA SPORT 1.6 gold, PAS, a/c, alloys, e/w, c/l, cd, 79,000 miles, FSH £895 HONDA CIVIC 1.5 LS AUTOMATIC MOT, c/l, e/w, PAS................................................ £695 FORD ESCORT 1.6 LX ps, cl, ew, em, long mot & tax Nov............................................... £595 RENAULT MEGANE 2.0 SPORT in black 5dr, ................................................................. £500 MPV FORD GALAXY TDi in silver, seven seater, cd, ac, ew, em, ps, t & t............................... £2995 RENAULT ESPACE 2.2 DT RT seven seater in blue, cd, long MoT ............................... £1795 CHEROKEE JEEP 4.0 full mot, alloys, cl, ew, ps ................................................................ £895 BARGAIN BASEMENT AUDI A6 ESTATE 7 seater, tidy car, more miles than the Starship Enterprise, looks and drives very well ........................................................................................................ £800 VAUXHALL COMBO 1.7 D Full MoT, tatty ...................................................................... £595 VW KORRADA 1.6 in green.................................................................................................. £595 NISSAN MICRA 1L, 5 door, 12 mths mot ............................................................................ £595 TRANSIT 3500 MoT & Tax July ............................................................................................ £500 FIAT BRAVA 1.4 mot & tax ................................................................................................... £495 ROVER 216 mot & tax ............................................................................................................ £495 AUDI 80 mot & tax .................................................................................................................. £395

ALL MAKES & MODELS SERVICED

DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS FROM £25 Middlewich Road • Rud-heath • Northwich (opposite Bargain Booze, next to Speedy)

Open Mon - Fri 9am till 5.30pm Sat 10am till 4.00pm

01606 810450 or 07717 002534

Collectors Cars 1991 GOLF MARK 1 GTI CONVERTIBLE red, Sport Line Edition, full Recaro interior, power hood, CD/radio, tax and MOT, immaculate condition

£3650 0151 3274014 or 07732 766712

Commercial Vehicles VAUXHALL COMBO 1.7CDTI 55 plate in white, 28000 miles, 2 owners, service history, inc Air−con, CD player, and built in Sat−Nav

£2400 + vat 07967331265 or 01270664642

TRANSIT 2.5 DIESEL

SWB, T reg 99, 81k miles, service history, good condition, ex BT, roof rack, 12 mths mot, 5 mths tax

£1,150 ono

01270 651830 07736 681091 1999 V Ford Transit 2 .5

diesel. Swb/med. roof pas. ply lined towbar. 12mths mot. good body and interior. drives well £1150 Tel 01829 720211 or 07711 142937.

REDUCED 6 BERTH CARAVAN

CARS

2005 05 VAUXHALL CORSA LIFE 1.0 12V 3 DOOR, ONLY 31,000 MILES, SERVICE HISTORY, AIRBAGS, CD, RED, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, REMOTE LOCKING, MOT JUNE 2010, CHEAP INSURANCE ......£3195 2004 04 VAUXHALL ASTRA ELEGANCE, DTI, 5 DOOR HATCHBACK, MOT MARCH 2010, FULL SERVICE HISTORY, SILVER, 76,000 MILES, REMOTE LOCKING, ALLOY WHEELS, AIRCON, CD RADIO, ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND MIRRORS ......................................................£3150 2002 02 LANDROVER FREELANDER G.S 1.8, 5 DOOR, GOLD, MOT APRIL 2010, 73,000 MILES, SERVICE HISTORY, ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND MIRRORS, AIRCON, ALLOYS, TOWBAR, WOOD TRIM DASH, IMMACULATE...................................................REDUCED TO £2995 2001 Y REG RENAULT CLIO, RN GRANDE, 3 DOOR, 1.2, MOT DEC 09, AIRBAGS, 58,000 MILES, SUNROOF, REMOTE LOCKING, GREEN, CD RADIO, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, IMMACULATE CONDITION, BARGAIN ...........£1950 P REG 1996 VAUXHALL ASTRA DUO 1.6 HATCHBACK MOT MAY 2010, TAXED OCT 09, SUNROOF, AIRBAGS, CENTAL LOCKING, POWER STEERING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, GREEN PX BARGAIN .£695

VANS

07 REG FORD TRANSIT CONNECT, 200T 1,8 TDCI, 44,000 MILES, CENTRAL LOCKING SIDE DOOR, PLYLINED, TOWBARS, ABS, AIRBAGS, WHITE, ALARM, IMMOBILISER, LOOKS LIKE NEW! ..........£4395+VAT 2006 06 VAUXHAL VIVARO 2900, 1.9 CDTI, 82PS, SWB, MOT APRIL 2010, 71,000 MILES SERVICE HISTORY, 2 SIDE LOADING DOORS, CD RADIO, PLYLINED, REMOTE LOCKING, BARGAIN ..............£4195+VAT

Vehicles Wanted

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£28,995 01492 516652/ 07703127167

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Call Mick 07751908564

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£50 to £110

For Steel

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per ton

Stainless Steel

£600 per ton

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND PEACE OF MIND ALL VEHICLES HAVE A MECHANICAL SAFETY CHECK AND COME WITH WARRANTY! ALL VEHICLES ARE HPI DATA CHECKED HAVE 12 MONTHS MOT, SERVICE AND CAMBELT WHERE REQUIRED YOU WILL NOT FIND BETTER PRESENTED CARS

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4 berth, Isabella awning, with 2 add on bedrooms, plus sun canopy, end bathroom, separate shower, fitted kitchen, with cooker, fridge etc, blown air heating, rarely used, good condition with many extras

Bargain £3,000 ONO 01270 610675 After 6pm 07528 034856

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ATLAS HERITAGE 2004

Will collect

35ft x 12ft, 2 bedrooms, DG, CH.

01270 664391 07860 654300 ELECTRIC scooter

razor E100 with charger, £75. Tel: (01606 301360) F

Boats & Craft 4−MAN

RIB boat, 5hp Honda, 4 stroke, 6 months old, excellent, £1,295 ono. Tel: (07790 343965) Winsford

Spares (2) 155/70 R13 as new

tyres on wheels, £20. Tel: (01606 882705) Northwich

RENAULT

Clio lowering springs complete with shocks, as new, £65 ono. Tel: (01606 593236) Winsford

Good condition On site in Chester, site fees paid for 2009

£12,000 ono 07598 367774 01244 398365

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£14900 01244 571510

WILLERBY RIO

Pre owned 2009 holiday home on 5 star park North Wales. Facilities inc indoor pool, and much more. 2009 fees included. £23,995 07889252753

BAILEY RANGER 500/5 2003, 5 berth, blown air heating plus Bradcot awning with annexe. Caravan cover, aqua roll and waste containers. Excellent condition

£6,800 Tel: 07802 768450 or 01270 668133.

2003, 5 berth, blown air heating plus Bradcot awning with annexe. Caravan cover, aqua roll and waste containers. Excellent condition

D&B AUTO’S

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2 berth, Peugeot Boxer 1.9 diesel, 1999, 35,000 miles, FSH, 2 lady owners, ill health forces sale, shower, toilet, 4 ring hob and oven, sink, fridge, awning, bike rack, tv aerial and solar panel.

BAILEY RANGER 500/5

car

Skip Hire

AUTOCRUISE STARFIRE MOTOR CARAVAN

ATLAS CAERNARFON

Archery, Swimming, Entertainment, Gym available on beautiful North Wales Park. Holiday Home sleeps 8, less than 3 years old. Immaculate. £15,995

07793 844388

SPAIN LUXURY CARAVAN HOME

On a fabulous 5 star Caravan Park open all year. Fantastic for long stay winter holidays in the sun. Caravan can be viewed in Lancashire prior to departure or on costablancacaravans.com

£13,950

01695 577008

MOTORHOME 2006

Ace Firence, Hi Line, six berth, fiat 2.8 , 5200 miles, excellent condition, many extras inc sky dish and £2k hifi, dvd screen etc

£28,000

0151 512 5114

£6,800 Tel: 07802 768450 or 01270 668133.

LUNAR SOLAR ECLIPSE 2001

5 Berth, twin axle, cassette toilet shower sunroof wheelclamp, blinds, fly screens, aquaroll, aste master cable also hitchlock, bradcot awning, groundsheets, gas bbq point. Outside socket, new tyres. MTW 1400kg plus more. £6800 ono

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ROUNDUp Cowley first to lift cup

ANGLING: Dave Cowley became the first to lift Barnton and Frodsham AC honours as the 2009/10 season got under way. Cowley’s 22-4-0 of skimmers, crucians and tench was too good for Mike Smith and Arthur Kenney as he claimed the Secretary’s Cup on Heesom’s Pool on Sunday. On Friday night, Jamie Stebbings’ 4-11-0 of roach was enough to claim victory in the 8-12 years section of the junior series. Gareth Evans won the 13-16 section with 6-5-0 of tench, roach and rudd. Last Wednesday, Ian Morrison netted seven bream in his winning catch of 29-1-0 on the River Weaver near the Red Lion, Barnton. Steve Furfie and Chris Simmons finished second and third. Last Monday, it was Morrison again in fine form as he claimed victory on Heesom’s Pool in the first round of the Appleton Thorn AC Cup. His 20-3-0 was too good for Arthur Kenney in second and Danny Griffiths in third.

Winsford cause splash

SWIMMING: Winsford Swim Team had an impressive array of medal-winning performances at the Cath Ankers Gala at Wrexham. Callum Chapple led the way with a gold medal in the 100m freestyle to which he added two bronze medals in the 100m backstroke and 200 individual medley. Amy Booth was a golden girl in the 100m freestyle while Alex Scott also struck gold in the 100m backstroke. Other Winsford medallists were: Molly James (silver, 110m fly), Elizabeth Oliver (bronze, 100m back), Hannah Hancock (bronze, 100m free) and Joanna Waterman (bronze, 100m butterfly and backstroke). But the performance of the day went to Charlotte Carter who earned a bronze medal in the 100m freestyle. Club spokesman Brendan Ion said: “Her time of one minute five seconds was deemed too fast for the event and Charlotte was awarded a speeding ticket, well done Charlotte!”

Park fly the flag alone

CRICKET: Oulton Park remain Mid Cheshire’s only representatives in the Fred Graham Twenty20 Trophy and the Cheshire Cup. Park face Chester Boughton Hall in the third round of the T20 tomorrow (6.15pm) while Middlewich are the visitors to Pinfold Lane on Sunday in the fourth round of the cup. ■ In the Cheshire Shield, Davenham added to Saturday’s league win with a comprehensive victory at Ashley. James Loveridge’s unbeaten 68 helped them to 127-0 in reply to Ashley’s 124. Davenham host Ashton on Mersey in the second round on Sunday, July 5. ■ In the Twenty20 Plate, Oakmere crashed out in the first round after Nantwich’s 164-9 (Craig Phelan 3-27) was too good as the Overdale Lane side made 114-9 (R Lyons 42) in reply.

Award for stalwart Ray

FOOTBALL: Mid Cheshire District FA’s Ray Atherton received an award for long service at the Cheshire County FA Volunteer and Charter Standard Awards ceremony. The ceremony, held at Nantwich Town FC and sponsored by Sponsor-link and Thinkprint, recognise the achievements of charter standard leagues and clubs and the volunteers who help to run and progress grassroots football in Cheshire. The long service awards recognise the work of volunteers who have given 50 years of service to the sport. Chief executive Maureen Dunford said: “We are delighted to recognise the work which has been done by these very special volunteers. Football at grassroots would not exist without volunteers, who are the lifeblood of the game. “I know the many, many hours that people dedicate to football and the County really does appreciate their contribution. I extend my congratulations to all the award winners who have made a real difference to their clubs and they must be an inspiration to others.”

Sapphires’ clean sweep

NETBALL: Northwich Sapphires completed an in-house hat-trick last week after they put a trio of rivals to the sword. In the Warrington and District League Premier Division, Northwich’s first team strolled to a comfortable 47-30 victory of Alloy with Lysette Taylor claiming player-of-the-match honours. In Division Two, Sapphires’ seconds defeated Beechwood 31-16 while the thirds enjoyed a 28-13 win over Saints with Jess Taylor being their star pick.

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Dumelow in devastating form for Park

SUPER SIX: Nathan Dumelow.

NATHAN Dumelow led by example on Saturday as Oulton Park strolled to victory against Chester Boughton Hall. Park’s skipper returned figures of 6-42 from 22 overs as the visitors were restricted to 204-9 declared at Little Budworth. In reply, Park made light work of chasing their target as they reached 207-2 from 41 overs. Main pick of the Park batsmen was Ric Moore who smashed a magnificent 105 including 16 fours and two sixes. Ben Spendlove provided support at the other end

earning 56 himself. The comprehensive victory moves Park up to second in the Cheshire County League Premier and Dumelow is confident they can maintain their good form. “We have just followed on from what we have been doing,” he said. “It was a good all round performance and we have got to keep it going and hope Bowdon slip up somewhere.” On his bowling display, he added: “I just tried to keep it tight and hope that they make a mistake. But it was Ric Moore’s day, a

fantastic innings and his second century in two games.” This Saturday, Park travel to Neston (12.30pm). ■ In Division Two, struggling Oakmere continue to find life tough as they slipped to their ninth defeat of the season. Batting second, Bredbury St Mark’s made 168-4 (Tom Pilling 3-43) to claim victory after Oakmere had posted 165 (Peter Yearsley 37). On Saturday Oakmere travel to Brooklands (1pm).

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Batting first against Division Two rivals Kingsley, Martin Barrett (52) and James Dean (28) got the scoreboard ticking over before Clarke struck a majestic 111. Winsford’s declared total of 220-5 proved too good for Kingsley who were skittled out for 152. Dave Tierney (4-48) and Craig Webb (4-23) proved the danger men with the ball at Knights Grange as Winsford move up to fourth. Elsewhere in Division Two, Barnton maintained second place with an easy home win over Alderley Park. Mike Sambell hit 40, supported by Paul Coot and Ben Wingfield (both 27) as the Townfield Lane side scored 153-8. In reply, Matthew Bebbington (3-18) was Barnton’s star man as Park were out for 111. At Wallerscote Road, Weaverham were second best in the batting stakes at visiting Cholmondeley posted 184-9, Rob McMillan the Russetts’ main threat with 4-30. In reply, Torquay United’s Steve Woods (44) and Dave Ashley (31) weighed in but Weaverham fell short on 162. Davenham climbed off the bottom of Division One with a superb victory at Trafford MV. On a day for bowlers, the Butcher’s Stile side posted just 81 but in reply, hosts Trafford were stunned after their batting line up was ripped to pieces as they made just 65. Davenham leapfrog lowly Winnington Park who took just two points from their match with Ashton on Mersey. Asked to bat, Park posted 83 which Mersey reached with just four wickets down. Northwich also suffered a bad day at the office as they lost at home to Hale Barns. Paul Alcock (29) and John O’Sullivan (24) helped the moss Farm side to 116 but the visitors strolled to victory with 117-6 (Stuart Hayes 3-42). In the Cheshire Alliance, Hartford lost their Division One clash at league leaders Offerton by four wickets. The Grange Park outfit posted 134 with Jake Farrow (34) and James Hodgkinson (31) their mainstays. But Offerton had too much with 138-6.

Premier Division

Bowdon............... Oulton Park......... Neston ................ Nantwich............. Oxton .................. Widnes................ Hyde ................... Toft...................... Alderley Edge ..... Didsbury ............. Chester B Hall .... Macclesfield........

P W 10 7 10 5 10 4 10 4 10 4 10 5 10 4 10 3 10 3 10 3 10 0 10 1

Pts 195 157 156 153 151 143 139 132 103 102 93 92

Division Two

Bollington............ Middlewich.......... Sale .................... Marple................. Stockport G......... Bredbury St M..... Tattenhall ............ Burnage .............. Mobberley........... Birkenhead Park . Brooklands.......... Oakmere.............

P W 10 9 10 7 10 4 10 3 10 3 10 4 10 3 10 3 10 2 10 2 10 2 10 1

Pts 208 184 159 138 130 127 126 125 115 107 102 70

MELLER BRAGGINS LEAGUE

Ashton-on-Mers .. Congleton ........... Malpas ................ Northwich............ Alvanley .............. Ashley................. Mere ................... Barrow ................ Hale Barns.......... Trafford MV......... Davenham .......... Winnington Park .

P W 9 5 9 4 9 4 9 4 9 4 9 3 9 3 9 4 9 2 9 3 9 1 9 1

Pts 155 151 151 141 130 126 121 112 106 103 80 65

Division Two

Stockport ............ Barnton ............... Cholmondeley..... Winsford ............. Weaverham ........ Lymm O Park...... Runcorn .............. Kingsley .............. Prestbury ............ Over Peover ....... Alderley Park ...... Bowdon Vale.......

P W 9 5 9 5 9 6 9 4 9 3 9 3 9 4 9 1 9 1 9 1 9 2 9 1

Pts 179 166 162 137 136 117 116 86 80 78 75 62

BOWLS GRENSON MOTORS MID CHESHIRE LEAGUE Section One

Wharton Cons A . Frod Red Lion A . Winsford Cons A. Frod Red Lion B . Meadowbank A... Castle Private A.. Owley Wood A.... Wharton Cons B . Comberbach A.... Victoria................ Kelsall A.............. Crewe PO ...........

P W Pts 9 9 2141 9 8 1988 9 5 1953 9 3 1888 9 5 1871 8 6 1803 9 3 1790 9 1 1781 9 2 1767 9 3 1761 9 2 1737 8 5 1554

Section Two

SUPPORTING ROLE: Barnton’s Ben Wingfield hit 27 in Saturday’s victory over Alderley Park. SB230509BARNTCC-03

Sport in detail BOWLS

CRICKET CHESHIRE COUNTY LEAGUE

Division One

A MAGNIFICENT century from the bat of Mike Clarke helped Winsford return to winning ways.

GRENSON MOTORS MID CHESHIRE LEAGUE Section One: Crewe PO 212 Wharton Cons 204, Frodsham Red Lion B 249 Comberbach A 174, Winsford Cons A 230 Owley Wood A 194, Victoria 235 Kelsall A 170, Wharton Cons A 247 Frodsham Red Lion 170, Section Two: Frodsham Red Lion C 213 Crosstown A 184, Pochins 199 Castle Private B 211, Slow and Easy A 225 Winsford Cons B 196, Shavington 222 Beech Tree A 192, Rudheath Private A 227 Winnington A 190. Section Three: Comberbach B 243 Hazel Pear A 181, Medowbank B 210 Davenham B 204, Hope Pole 241 Barnton CC A 168, Kelsall B 204 Limes 197, Owley Wood B 221 Helsby 211, Sandbach Park 225 Coppenhall WMC 211, Davenham A 224 Whatrton Cons C 171. Section Four: Castle Private D 236 Lostock A 205, Cuddington A 227 Rudheath Private B 176, Norley A 229 Hartford A 176, Middlewich RBL 243

How they stand

Crowton 180, Bentley Motors 228 Moulton RBL A 203, Barnton CC B 226 Frodsham Red Lion D 202, Winnington B 246 Winsford Cons 212. Section Five: Bunbury 221 Comberbach C 185, Beech Tree B 203 Davenham C 200, Owley Wood C 208 Meadowbank C 182, Tarporley RBL A 193 Slow and Easy 201, Winnington C 232 Cuddington B 195. Section Six: Davenham D 203 Delamere B 161, Rudheath Private D 189 Kelsall C 205, Hazel Pear B 183 Rudheath Private C 232, Lostock B 246 Tarporley RBL B 154, Hartford B 212 Norley B 186, Moulton RBL B 249 Castle Private E 176. MID CHESHIRE LADIES LEAGUE Division One: Barnton C C A 189 Castle Private A 189, Bunbury 157 Mere 178, Davenham A 186 Lady Owls 163, Castle Private B 164 Wharton Cons Ladies 199, Beech Tree 184 Hazel Pear A 170, Hartford A 160 Norley Ladies 202. Divison Two: Hazel Pear B 193 Marton 170, Winnington Ladies 202 Kelsall

118, Haslington 186 Good Companions A 154, Rode Heath 180 Davenham B 127, Willaston 188 Coppenhall 154. Division Three: Good Companions B 165 Hartford B 136, Goostrey 174 Wharton Rec 152, Rudheath S&SC 157 Bostock Green Ladies 170, Blue Wyches 112 Moulton R B L Ladies 183. NORLEY AND DISTRICT AFTERNOON LEAGUE Section One: Castle Pte A 152 Beech Tree A 117 Delamere A 158 Winsford C&C A 124, Frod Red Lion A 168 Grapes 81, Knutford BC 131 Wharton Cons A 127, Rudheath S&SC A 157 Frod Red Lion B 116. Section Two: Castle Park A 136 Goshawk A 123, Cuddington A 122 Davenham A 142, Goshawk B 131 Comberbach A 151, Norley A 136 Overton A 141, Pochins A 160 Winnington Pk A 128, Wharton Cons B 161 Helsby S&SC A 98. Section Three: Davenham B 168 Harg & Huxley A 101, Lions Little Bud 143 Hazel Pear A 133, Moulton RBL A

168 Lostock 100, Pavilion 150 Castle Park B 128, Slow & Easy 152 Wharton Rec 111, Winsford C&C B 163 Bunbury A 106. Section Four: Beech Tree B 160 Castle Pte B 136, Crowton VH 132 Middlewich Aces 153, Frodsham Cons A 154 Mere 107, Halton RBL 168 Kelsall A 91, High Legh A 150 Gt Budworth A 125. Section Five: Alpraham B 163 Pochins B 108, Comberbach B 147 Manley 147, Middlewich RBL B 155 Cuddington B 121, Overton B 152 High Legh B 87, Owley Wood Vets 142 Vale Royal 113, Tarporley RBL 149 Alpraham A 114.

DARTS

WINSFORD LADIES LEAGUE Golden Lion B 0 George & Dragon A 9, Top House 3 Saxons Blue 6, White Lion 3 Swan 6, Saxons Gold 6 P Feathers 3, Saxons A 6 Gate 3, Pockets 6 Rifleman 3, Fern Villa 7 Ark 2, George & Dragon B 5 Golden Lion A 4.

Pochins............... Crosstown A ....... Frod Red Lion C . Rudheath Priv A . Winnington A ...... Slow & Easy A .... Shavington ......... Beech Tree A...... Winsford Cons B. Spinner & Berg ... Castle Priv B.......

P W Pts 9 5 1914 9 6 1862 9 4 1788 8 8 1777 8 6 1758 8 4 1680 8 5 1641 8 2 1583 8 2 1579 8 2 1578 7 1 1367

Section Three

Davenham A....... Hazel Pear A ...... Hop Pole............. Meadowbank B... Barnton CC A ..... Helsby SSC ........ Comberbach B.... Wharton Cons C . Davenham B....... Owley Wood B.... Coppenhall WMC Kelsall B.............. Limes ..................

P W Pts 11 7 2382 11 8 2375 11 7 2373 11 6 2342 11 5 2315 11 6 2297 11 7 2293 11 4 2283 11 4 2282 11 5 2259 11 4 2255 11 5 2227 11 5 2226

Vintage Gibbs earns second at Masters event ANDY Gibbs proved he is among the best of British after he grabbed a silver success in Horwich, near Bolton. Competing in the British Masters 5k Championships on Sunday, Vale Royal Athletic Club’s Gibbs led the MV45 race until the last 400 yards when he was passed by the eventual winner.

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Athletics His time of 16 minutes seven seconds was good enough for second place while clubmate Pauline Davies finished eighth in the L55 Championship in 22.26. On Saturday a bumper entry from Vale Royal competed in the Lymm 5k and a successful race

was capped by men’s series leader Stuart Doyle who finished sixth overall, ladies leader Gemma, who was second, and the Vale Royal Ladies who claimed the team prize. Other Vale Royal finishers were: Mike Harrington (25th), Zack Bamber (31st), Pete Maher (43rd), Lewis Healey (48th), Gary Weedall (55th), Tessa McCormick (57th), John Todd (58th), Gemma

Barnett (81), Kate Spilsbury (97th), Louise Towers (109th), Hannah Bishop (118th), Amelia Pettitt (123rd), Richard Pettitt (186th), Jayne (195th). On Friday in the Tough Team Event at Tattenhall, Mary Tavener, Jo Molyneaux and Helen Smith were first ladies home while Tom Annable teamed up with two Wrexham runners to win the overall prize.

Behan’s dream start turns into nightmare

How they stand BOWLS GRENSON MOTORS MID CHESHIRE LEAGUE Section Four

Rudheath Priv B . Castle Priv C....... Norley A.............. Cuddington A...... Frod Red Lion D . Winnington B ...... Barnton CC B ..... Winsford Cons C Lostock A............ Middlewich RBL.. Crowton .............. Moulton RBL A ... Bentley Motors.... Hartford A ...........

P W Pts 11 8 2489 11 8 2423 11 8 2392 11 7 2349 11 5 2305 11 6 2298 11 5 2282 11 4 2274 11 5 2273 11 5 2233 11 6 2230 11 4 2182 11 3 2119 11 1 1933

Section Five

Comberbach C ... Tarporley RBL A . Bunbury .............. Owley Wood C.... Meadowbank C... Winnington C ...... Wistaston............ Slow & Easy B .... Davenham C....... Barnton CC C ..... Beech Tree B...... Cuddington B...... Crosstown B .......

P W Pts 11 7 2387 11 5 2239 10 8 2188 10 7 2109 10 5 2102 11 5 2048 10 5 2045 10 5 2034 10 5 1983 9 4 1981 10 2 1915 10 2 1890 8 5 1607

Section Six

Rudheath Priv C . Moulton RBL B ... Hartford B ........... Norley B.............. Hazel Pear B ...... Kelsall C ............. Delamere ............ Lostock B............ Barnton CC D ..... Rudheath Priv D . Davenham D....... Tarporley RBL B . Castle Priv D.......

P W Pts 11 11 2473 11 7 2275 10 6 2154 10 6 2139 11 6 2086 10 5 2044 10 6 2014 10 3 2007 10 3 1920 10 1 1899 10 3 1887 10 3 1852 9 5 1826

MID CHESHIRE LADIES LEAGUE Division One

Wharton Cons..... Castle Private A.. Norley Ladies...... Barnton CC A ..... Castle Private B.. Hazel Pear A ...... Davenham A....... Hartford A ........... Beech Tree ......... Mere ................... Lady Owls........... Bunbury ..............

CRASHED OUT: Northwich rider Connor Behan (left) comes off his bike at Snetterton during the sixth round of the Relentless British 125GP Championships. Pictures by GLYNNE LEWIS

CONNOR Behan cut a frustrated figure after he crashed out at Snetterton on Sunday.

The 17-year-old from Barnton had enjoyed arguably his best qualifying sessions of the Relentless British 125GP Championship season so far. But any hopes of earning his first podium finish of the year were dashed on the fifth lap when he lost control of his Honda SP125 going into the Sears corner of the Norwich race circuit. Moments before the crash, that left Behan annoyed but not injured, the Northwich teen racer had been battling with the Honda KRP riders who went on the dominate the top finishing

Motorsport positions. After the race, Behan said: “It’s very frustrating. I’m having to push so hard to keep up with them, and it is not paying off at the moment.” Before race day, Behan had been in top form in his qualifying sessions and hopes of a top-three position were high after he ended the first session as the fastest rider on the track and then second on the grid after the second session. In the main race, Behan got off to a strong start and was third entering the first corner. On the fifth lap, he was jostling with the Honda KRP riders when he lost control of his bike’s back end,

putting him out of the race. Behan, who now lies in ninth place overall in the Relentless British 125GP Championships standings, is next in action in the sixth-round event at Knockhill, Scotland, from Friday to Sunday, July 3 to 5. ■ Delamere driver Andy Meyrick suffered an agonising last-minute u-turn in plans that saw his chances of racing in the world famous Le Mans 24-hour race dashed. The 23-year-old was all set to make his Le Mans debut when another driver earned a more attractive sponsorship deal and took his place. Meyrick was a reserve driver for the Kolles Audi R10 TDI squad but he was not called upon for racing duties.

Duo happy to go that extra mile for charity A PLUCKY pair from Northwich are planning to cycle the length of Britain in just 15 days. Dave Gough and Mark Thornley, both 45, will be setting off from Land’s End in Cornwall on Saturday, July 4, in a bid to reach John O’Groats on the tip of Scotland on July 18. The Vale Royal Athletics Club duo are self-confessed ‘non cyclists’ but are taking on the gruelling 900-mile marathon in aid of the Dystonia Society. Gough, who works for Murray Smith Accountants in Winnington, explained: “It is not likely to prove too easy, so to try and help us keep focused on getting to the end we have decided to raise money for charity.

Cycling suffered from Dystonia, which is similar to Parkinson’s Disease. “There are 40,000 Dystonia sufferers in the UK, and it affects people of all ages. “Like a lot of medical charities they rely on voluntary donations and individual fundraisers to fund all of the work that they do for people affected by the disease. “The Society’s aims are to provide mutual support for those who suffer, and to raise awareness of the condition through education and the promotion of research. “It needs money to do all of these. So we are looking for sponsors!” Both Northwich Vics supporters

and Thornley say they will be promoting the town along the route which they should be able to stick to with the help of sat-nav. The duo will be keeping supporters, friends and family updated on a daily basis through Vale Royal Athletics Club’s website. “We will hopefully keep people informed and entertained,” added Thornley, of Vale Plumbing Supplies. To view their progress next month, log on to valeroyalseniors.webs.com/apps/blog/ and if any Chronicle readers would like to donate any money online, payment details have been set up at www.justgiving.com/lejog-bigmarkandgoffy

P W Pts 9 8 1763 9 8 1762 9 8 1715 9 5 1576 9 4 1537 9 3 1529 9 5 1527 9 4 1447 9 1 1436 9 4 1405 9 1 1359 9 2 1256

Division Two

Haslington........... Hazel Pear B ...... Marton ................ Willaston ............. Rode Heath ........ Good Comps A ... Winnington.......... Davenham B....... Kelsall ................. Coppenhall .........

P W Pts 7 5 1274 7 5 1252 7 4 1225 7 4 1219 7 4 1214 7 3 1169 6 5 1100 7 2 1073 7 0 973 6 2 943

Division Three

Moulton RBL....... Wharton Rec....... Goostrey ............. Rudheath ............ Bostock Green.... Good Comps B ... Barnton CC B ..... Hartford B ........... Blue Wyches....... Hazel Pear C ......

P W Pts 7 6 1282 7 5 1261 7 5 1241 7 4 1194 7 4 1180 7 4 1144 6 3 989 7 1 976 7 1 851 6 1 805

NORLEY AND DISTRICT AFTERNOON LEAGUE Section One

Frod Red Lion A . Delamere A......... Rudheath A ........ Knutford BC ........ Castle Private A.. Beech Tree A...... Wharton Cons A . Winsford C&C A . Frod Red Lion B . Barnton CC A ..... Grapes................

P W Pts 10 9 1592 10 6 1399 10 4 1398 10 6 1359 10 4 1354 10 4 1255 8 7 1179 8 3 1094 8 1 1053 8 3 1018 8 2 977

Section Two

Davenham A....... Wharton Cons B . Helsby S&SC A .. Comberbach A.... Goshawk A ......... Overton A ........... Pochins A ........... Winnington P A... Norley A.............. Cuddington A...... Goshawk B ......... Castle Park A......

P W Pts 10 7 1489 10 7 1427 10 7 1417 10 6 1403 10 5 1382 10 5 1381 10 3 1361 10 5 1347 10 2 1309 10 4 1290 10 4 1270 10 4 1255

Section Three

TOUGH TASK: Northwich runners Dave Gough and Mark Thornley are planning to cycle from Lands End to John O’Groats.

Davenham B....... Hazel Pear A ...... Wharton Rec....... Lions Lit Bud....... Winsford C&C B . Bunbury A........... Slow & Easy ....... Harg & Huxley A . Pavilion ............... Castle Park B...... Moulton RBL A ... Lostock ...............

P W Pts 10 7 1473 10 6 1399 10 6 1370 10 6 1363 10 5 1357 10 5 1350 10 6 1346 10 3 1325 10 5 1323 10 5 1312 9 4 1247 9 1 1097

Section Four

Middlewich Aces. Beech Tree B...... Halton RBL ......... Crowton VH ........ High Legh A........ Frod Cons A ....... Mobb Vic Hall ..... G Budworth A ..... Castle Priv B....... Drovers Arms...... Mere ................... Kelsall A.............. Chedwode Arms .

P W Pts 12 9 1752 12 8 1737 12 7 1731 21 4 1598 12 7 1574 12 5 1568 11 6 1537 10 5 1385 10 3 1345 10 5 1314 10 4 1314 10 3 1289 9 4 1113

Section Five

Comberbach B.... Alpraham B......... Alpraham A......... Midd’wich RBL B Overton B ........... Cuddington B...... Manley ................ High Legh B........ Owley Wood Vets Vale Royal .......... Pochins B ........... Tarporley RBL.....

P W Pts 10 8 1503 10 4 1448 10 8 1434 10 7 1410 10 5 1400 10 2 1361 10 4 1348 10 5 1308 10 5 1308 10 4 1295 10 3 1271 10 3 1229

Section Six

Rudheath B ........ Middlewich A ...... Davenham C....... Castle Private C.. Barnton CC B ..... Cuddington C...... G Budworth B ..... Tarvin Village ...... Hartford Aces...... Frod Cons B ....... Lady Lions .......... Kingsley .............. Helsby B ............. Norley B..............

P W Pts 12 11 1827 12 9 1745 12 8 1724 12 8 1672 12 5 1635 12 6 1611 12 5 1592 12 5 1568 12 4 1567 12 6 1563 12 3 1535 12 4 1521 12 6 1508 12 3 1422

Section Seven

Harg and Hux B .. Helsby D ............. Moulton RBL B ... Bunbury B........... Kingswood .......... Knutsford Cons... Kelsall B.............. Davenham D....... Helsby C ............. Delamere B......... Hazel Pear B ...... Barrow ................ Cuddington D...... Castle Park C .....

P W Pts 12 8 1723 12 9 1712 12 9 1704 12 7 1681 12 7 1675 12 7 1674 12 6 1664 12 4 1630 12 5 1583 12 6 1583 12 3 1560 12 5 1548 12 4 1516 12 3 1479

NORLEY AND DISTRICT EVENING LEAGUE Division One

Wharton Cons..... Castle Priv A....... Comberbach A.... Delamere A......... Kelsall A.............. Winsford C&C A . Owley Wood A.... Meadow Bank A . Beech Tree A...... Middlewich A ...... Wharton Cons B . Crewe PO A........

P W Pts 9 9 1757 9 7 1613 9 6 1612 9 5 1578 9 5 1577 9 2 1556 9 5 1542 9 2 1512 9 3 1494 9 2 1440 8 4 1413 8 2 1303

Division Two

Shavington ......... Rudheath A ........ Hop Pole............. Winsford C&C B . Barnton CC A ..... Slow & Easy A .... Comberbach B.... Davenham A....... Winnington P A... Hazel Pear.......... Coppenhall A ...... Meadowbank B...

P W Pts 9 7 1718 9 6 1672 9 6 1669 8 6 1529 9 5 1488 8 6 1459 9 2 1399 8 3 1377 9 0 1331 8 3 1308 8 3 1269 8 3 1257

Division Three

Overton MH ........ Owley Wood B.... Rudheath B ........ Cuddington A...... Castle Private B.. Lostock A............ Moulton A ........... Davenham B....... Lions Lit Bud A ... Bunbury A........... Wharton Rec A ... Tarvin A...............

P W Pts 9 6 1633 9 5 1610 9 5 1608 9 5 1581 9 4 1552 9 4 1547 9 5 1509 9 4 1503 9 5 1490 9 3 1484 9 4 1455 9 4 1433

DARTS WINSFORD LADIES LEAGUE Pockets............... Saxons A ............ George & Drag A Fern Villa ............ Gate.................... Swan................... Rifleman ............. Saxons Blue ....... Saxons Gold ....... Ark ...................... P Feathers .......... Golden Lion A..... White Lion........... Geroge & Drag B Top House .......... Golden Lion B.....

P W 10 10 11 9 10 9 11 8 10 7 11 6 11 6 11 5 11 5 10 4 10 4 10 3 10 3 10 2 10 1 10 1

Pts 20 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 6 6 4 2 2

Sport

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Finley brings in Heler for campaign in the South Football

SLOW START: Matt Langridge won a bronze medal in Team GB men’s four, sponsored by Siemens, at the World Cup Regatta at Munich, after they suffered a sluggish start. Pic courtesy of Peter Spurrier/GB Rowing

BRONZE BOUNTY

MATTHEW Langridge was disappointed despite landing a bronze medal in Germany last weekend.

The Olympic silver medallist was in the stroke seat of Team GB’s men’s four that competed at last weekend’s World Cup Regatta at Munich. And after winning gold at the previous World Cup event in Spain, expectations were high but a slow start cost dear as Germany’s first and second crews outpaced them to take the top spots. Former St Nicholas High School pupil Langridge, 26, who rose to stardom during his junior years at Northwich Rowing Club, said: “It was very disappointing we didn’t get a great start or get into a good rhythm. So we

But third isn’t what star Matt wanted

were always chasing the race. We got it together in the second thousand metres but it wasn’t enough.” The Team GB four, that comprises Langridge’s silver-medal winning teammates Alex Partridge and Alex Gregory and also Richard Egington from Knutsford, had looked as if a

Rowing

By Ben Coulbeck

strong finish may have been good enough to earn second and split the German boats but it was not to be. Team GB had been in sixth position at the 500m mark before a late surge saw the crew settle for bronze. Team GB still lead the World Cup series after their gold-winning display at Banyoles and this result in Munich. They will look for further success when they head to the World Cup Finals at Lucerne, Switzerland, on July 10-12. Egington added: “We’ve got a lot of work to do but at least we’ve identified

what we need to improve. That’s a very positive thing to take out of this race.” Several members of the crew, including Langridge, are expected to compete at the world famous Henley Regatta between Wednesday and Sunday, July 1-5. Team GB’s performance director David Tanner said that several teams’ efforts were not up the usual standard but was hopeful results would improve at the finals next month. He said: “I’m not going to say we were at our best today and some of our leading boats did not quite deliver. But we have some really good green shoots within the team who have the ability to step up in a season of change and growth.”

WITTON Albion boss Gary Finley has started to shape his squad for the club’s first ever season in the UniBond First South. The manager, who has signed a new contract with the club and keeps hold of assistant boss Lee Coathup, has already made his first signing while two of last year’s first team have been allowed to leave. Peter Heler, an attacking midfielder from Burscough, is the first of Finley’s captures this summer after he was linked with a move to Wincham Park last season. The 25-year-old former Nantwich Town and Vauxhall Motors player will bolster the midfield which has already lost the services of Ashley Dunn, who has joined UniBond First North outfit Bamber Bridge. Following Dunn out of the exit door is last season’s leading goalscorer Neil Black who has joined old foes Marine. “Bringing players to the club is ongoing at the moment,” said Finley, who has agreed a budget for the forthcoming season with acting chairman Mark Harris. Finley also revealed that he is in talks with stalwart skipper Brian Pritchard about playing yet another season for Witton after he passed the 650 mark for appearances in a red and white shirt last year. “Brian wants to play,” said Finley. “But we will have to see how preseason goes. Brian played a lot of games last season and carrying a few injuries which is a measure of the man. But we have to be sensible about things and see how things go.” Witton will face the likes of Shepshed Dynamo, Retford United and Brigg Town next season after a UniBond League reshuffle saw them entered into UniBond First Division South. Finley, who has previously managed in the league when he was in charge at Colwyn Bay, said that playing in the South represents a difficult task. “There is a lot of travelling,” he said. “That is one of the toughest aspects of playing in that league but if we manage to get players from Manchester and near Stoke then you can manage it. But it’s just one of those things that we’ll need to get used to and just get on with it.”

Dabbers’ boys brigade arrives at Winsford WINSFORD United started their preseason training last night with a new-look squad brimming with youthful talent. Manager Terry Murphy and assistants Tony Ledwards and Mike Alcock are busy bringing in players ahead of the Vodkat Premier kick-off on August 8

pected at United this week. Former Nantwich Town youth-team manager Ledwards has brought some of the best players from the UniBond Premier club that took on Everton in the third round of the FA Youth Cup last season. Ledwards told the Chronicle that the hopefully

Winsford United due to sign at the Barton Stadium last night (Tuesday) before their first training session with the Blues. Goalkeeper Marcus Cooper, who played against the Toffees last season, has joined United. Cooper is followed from

son Elliott who plays left-back, midfielders Josh Hancock, Liam Prince, Jack McKay, Steve McNicol and Declan Wakefield. “It’s going to be an interesting season and certainly a tough one given that we have got such a young side but they will be fit and very hungry,” added Led-

be looking to catch sides out during the latter stages of games. We are starting preseason so early because we have got a new squad and there will be players going on holiday at different times. “It’s a fresh challenge for for me, Mike and Terry and all the players but we are

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