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“Richly original, damnably charming, a scandalous delight” THE show, lauded (by The Daily Mail) as “a masterclass in how to put on a musical”, bounces into Hanley’s Regent Theatre this summer! After a technical run held at the Piccadilly venue, ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ opened in the West End to rave reviews and packed houses last March; now, it is coming to The Regent from Tuesday, July 28th, to Saturday, August 1st, as part of a national tour (with the West End production continuing to play at The Savoy Theatre).
Prepare to be transported to the luxurious lap of the French Riviera where the decadent world of sophisticated conman, Lawrence Jameson, is set to come crashing down with the arrival of larger-than-life Freddy Benson - a conman of an entirely different order. Soon realising the town ‘ain’t big enough for both of them’, the two find themselves going head-to-head in the con of their lives, pulling out all the stops in a bid for the affections of millionaire soap heiress, Christine Colgate.
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Directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winning Jerry Mitchell (‘Kinky Boots’ [currently Broadway’s biggest, Tony Little do they know what they’ve let Award-winning hit], ‘Legally Blonde’ and themselves in for! ‘Hairspray’), this musical is based on the For tickets, please contact The Regent ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ has music and legendary, 1988 film, starring Michael Theatre Box Office on 0844 871 7649, or lyrics by Drama Desk Award winner, David Caine and Steve Martin. Yazbek (‘Late Night with John Letterman’, visit: www.atgtickets.com/stoke
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CONTENTS MARCH 2015
Are you a Wise Owl or a Head-Burying Ostrich when it comes to that d-word?
4 Count Arthur Strong wends his malapropistic way to Blackpool's Grand Theatre on Friday, March 18th, to garland us with his new show, 'Somebody Up There Licks Me'. Fresh from donkeys years on his awardwinning BBC Radio 4 series and the huge success of his BBC2 TV show, the Count will be getting back what he does best - this show! In it, he does all sorts of wonderful things for you to sit there, staring, as you you quietly suck your Maltesers and don't get to go to the toilet, applauding loudly at the appropriate moments!
IF you're an Ostrich, you prefer not to think about the inevitable. Being an Ostrich means trusting the fortunes of your loved ones to chance, once you've gone, and having no control over what happens to your possessions and who should benefit from them.
8 With the onset of warmer weather, The Croft Veterinary Clinic, at Newcastle, offers some top tips for keeping your pet rabbit fit and healthy. Firstly, make sure that your bunny is vaccinated; rabbits (even indoor ones) should be vaccinated yearly against two potentially deadly diseases - Myxomatosis (which can be spread by biting flies) and Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD), which spreads easily from rabbit to rabbit, or via contaminated hutches, bedding, food or human clothing.
WHY BOTHER MAKING A WILL? MY FAMILY WILL GET EVERYTHING WHEN I DIE! WON'T THEY?
11 "Oasish at Glastonbudget better than the real Oasis at Glastonbury!" ('The Culture Show', BBC2). Friday, March 13th, sees another, eagerly-awaited return by Europe's finest tribute to the one-and-only Oasis to Baddeley Green WMC. Oasish accurately recreates all of the biggest hits from, arguably, the biggest band since The Beatles (and also the ONLY Oasis tribute band to use a live string quartet). Expect such classics as 'Wonderwall', 'Don't Look Back in Anger', 'What's the Story (Morning Glory)' and 'Live Forever'. 15 On Sunday, March 15th, people of all ages and scial backgrounds, will take the opportunity to say a big 'thank you' to the woman who presented them with the ultimate gift - life itself! Florists annually report that Mother's Day occasions record demands for floral tributes, whilst greetings cards, manufacturers (both of the traditionally sentimental and the irreverent sort) are, obviously, delighted by the annual date. Whilst Mother's Day itself is a modern, 20th century invention (almost inevitably) in the USA, the tradition of Mothering Sunday is a genuinely old one), dating back as far as the year, 1600. 20 Trinity Amateur Operatic Society's next production at Congleton's Daneside Theatre is the award-winning, hit musical adaptation of Mel Brooks's brilliantly comic, 1968 film, 'The Producers', the story of down-on-his-luck, theatrical producer, Max Bialystock, and Leo Bloom, a mousey accountant. Together, they hatch the ultimate 'scam': raise more money than you need fr a sure-fire, Broadway fiasco and pocket the difference. 'The Producers' runs from Tuesday, March 10th, to Saturday, March 14th. sales: 01782 461711
TO an ostrich, death is a five-letter word and a load of stigma. IF, however, you're a wise owl, you take the time to think, question, and act in order to write a will, and take steps to protect your loved ones, when you're gone.
WRITING a Will may be something you've been thinking about for many years. The reasons for having a Will are many, but, if for no other reason, a Will makes life a lot easier for those you leave behind at a time of sorrow. If you die without a Will (Intestate), your family has to sort out many administrative items and are obliged to the decisions made by law as to who inherits what, decisions you should have really made by writing a Will. AS to when you should write a Will, the answer is NOW. There may be plenty of life in you yet, but accidents and illness have absolutely no respect for age. Also, bear in mind that a modern Will is written in such a way that it shouldn't need much changing, so it's not something you have to think about often, but only in the event of a major change in circumstances, such as marriage, birth of a first child or divorce. SO, why do many people put off the task of writing a Will? EXCUSES: there are many excuses for putting off writing a Will. Here are the most common ones: 1. "WRITING A WILL IS TEMPTING FATE": One in three adults in Britain have already written a Will - so, if writing one has fatal results, the population would soon be reduced by 18 million people! In fact, the British annual deathrate is surprisingly stable and definitely bears no relation to the number of people who write Wills. 2. "I'VE GOT NOTHING TO LEAVE": Everybody leaves something. It may not be much, but, surely, that's even more reason to make sure it goes to those you care about? Also, it is not just making sure your worldly goods go to the right
people. As mentioned, a Will can mean a lot less inconvenience for those left to sort things out. 3. "I JUST HAVEN'T GOT ROUND TO IT": This is normally because the job doesn't rate high enough on your list of priorities. If the roof leaks, no matter what you're doing or how tight your finances, you get it fixed fast! We can honestly say that the vast majority of clients feel great after we have written their Wills. We often receive comments, such as "What a relief" or "I've put it off for years, but, at last, I can rest easy." THE ALTERNATIVE IF you die without a Will, all your money and possessions (your Estate) will be distributed, according to strict legal rules and regulations. These rules are called the Laws of Intestacy. In many cases, the Intestacy Laws distribute an Estate in a way the deceased would not have wanted, sometimes with disastrous results. Your circumstances will fall into one of the following categories: Married, Cohabiting and Single. Many complexities can arise, and we shall cover these in full detail (as well as dispelling many unfounded, but popular, beliefs about them) in our next issue.
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'Somebody Up There Licks Me'!! FRESH from donkeys years on his award-winning BBC Radio 4 series and the huge success of his BBC2 TV show, Count Arthur Strong gets back to what he does best - his latest stage show! At The Grand Theatre, Blackpool, on Wednesday, March 18th, 'Somebody Up There Licks Me' sees Count Arthur doing all sorts of wonderful things for you to sit there staring at, as you quietly suck your Maltesers and don't get up to go to the toilet, applauding loudly at the appropriate moments.
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PLAN AHEAD AND CREATE A LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY THE vast majority of us do not like to think about the possibility of losing our mental capacity, and consider how we would cope with our financial affairs in that eventuality. But, consider the statistics: there are, in the UK, around 850,000 people with dementia (of whom 40,000 are under 65), with this number forecast to exceed one million by 2025 (according to the Alzheimer's Society). (There are, of course, other reasons why you may not be able to make some decisions for yourself; these include learning disabilities, mental health problems and stroke or head injuries - and all are protected by the Mental Capacity Act [2005] and its Code of Practice).
capacity to do so. It is crucial that an LPA is 'completed' while you are still mentally capable, well before you require it. It cannot be used BEFORE it has been registered with the Office of the Public Guardian ([OPG], part of the Ministry of Justice), but it CAN be used immediately after said registration, unless the person making the LPA has included a restriction that means it cannot be utilised until he or she has lost capacity. The person making the lasting power of attorney is legally referred to as the 'donor'.
The people (or trust corporation) chosen to make decisions on your behalf are your 'attorneys'.
A LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY CAN ERASE THE STRESS OF COPING WITH BILLS AND ACCOUNTS!
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* Health and welfare (allowing decisions on treatment, care, medication, where you live etc.).
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* the people you want to make these decisions. * how you want the people to make these decisions. Having an LPA is a safe way of maintaining control over decisions made for you because:* It has to be registered with the OPG before it can be used (if someone else tries to register if you and your attorney[s] will be able to make an objection). * You choose someone to provide a 'certificate' confirming that you understand the significance and purpose of it.
It is, therefore, eminently prudent to look to the future and plan ahead, in order to ease the potential burden on your relative, should this occur - by creating a lasting power of attorney (LPA).
An LPA is is a legal document that allows you to choose other people whom you wish to make decisions on your behalf, including a time when they you lack the requisite, mental
* the decisions you want to be made on your behalf if/when you lose the capacity to make them yourself.
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The benefits of making an LPA An LPA allows you to plan in advance:-
* You can choose 'people to be told' about your LPA when it is registered (so that they have an opportunity to raise concerns). * Your signature, and the signatures of your chosen attorneys must be witnessed. * From a legal perspective, your attorney(s) must follow the code of Practice of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 - if they don't always act in your best interests, the OPG can step in, and your attorneys(s) may be held accountable. * The OPG provides helpful support and advice. For further details and useful guidance, telephone the Helpline on 0300 456 0300, or visit gov. uk/power-of-attorney MARCH 2015 | 05
OUT & ABOUT in 2015 Call the Waiter for Mater!! IT is, of course, Mother's Day on Sunday, March 15th, and this date offers readers what should be a cherished opportunity to celebrate this memorable occasion in sumptuous fashion!
Indeed, many public houses serve quality food, combining good preparation and presentation, valuefor-money and relaxed surroundings producing a 'recipe for success' to suit all occasions and every pocket.
For example, many hostelries offer a full, three-course, traditional English Quite simply, the neighbouring Sunday luncheon (served 'with all the counties of Staffordshire, Cheshire trimmings') and perfect for Mother's and Shropshire provide us with terrific Day, complemented by friendly, scope to eat out in personal service. style. Moreover, the range Naturally, these of fare on offer is counties boast extremely varied, a multitude of too, and you can restaurants, wine plump for everything bars, bistros, hotels from traditional and country inns, all 'pub grub' to 'grills' featuring a wealth and fish and poultry of stylish catering dishes. opportunities, but, However, more exotic fare includes these days, many pubs (and even meals from acclaimed French, Chinese, clubs!) offer wide-ranging menus Indian, Spanish, Italian and Thai which seriously rival those of 'upcuisine. market restaurants and hotels!
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N U R S E RY T I M E 2 0 1 5 The best start in life! 'TO stimulate and educate the children we care for': the mission statement of Roosters Day Nursery, where the fully-qualified staff has one, single objective in common with you, the parent, and that is a desire to provide the best start in life for your child/children. A more idyllic location (on the edge of Betley Village, situated in rural countryside, with pleasant views) could not be found than that enjoyed by this 44-place nursery, which opened in 1997, and provides a safe and stimulating environment for your child.
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RABBITS: KEEPING ONE JUMP AHEAD! WITH the onset of warmer weather, we look at some top tips for keeping your pet rabbit fit and healthy! MAKE SURE THEY ARE VACCINATED! Rabbits should be vaccinated yearly (even indoor rabbits) against two potentially deadly diseases: MYXOMATOSIS can be spread by biting flies, and VIRAL HAEMORRHAGIC DISEASE (VHD),
Make sure your rabbit's hutch is cleaned out daily and check your rabbit's bottom EVERY DAY to make sure it is clean - call The Croft Veterinary Clinic, at Newcastle, immediately if you are worried. Remember that pets in outside runs need a SHADED AREA to get away from the sun. WHAT ABOUT NEUTERING? It's a good idea to neuter rabbits not intended for breeding, and this can be done from 12 to 16 weeks of age.
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Better than the real thing!! "TO see Oasish live is as good as seeing the real Oasis - only better!"
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Thus, The Sunday Times on Oasish and The Stereotonics, who are appearing at Baddeley Green WMC on Friday, March 13th.
Tickets are priced at ÂŁ6, and these are on sale behind the bar at the Leek New Road venue (which is That's the date for another, not open during the eagerly-awaited return for the multi-talented Paul Higginson and daytime, Mondayhis fantastic band - Europe's finest Thursday), with tribute to the one-and-only Oasis. further information available on (01782) 541246. Accurately, recreating all of the biggest hits from arguably the biggest band since The Beatles, and being the ONLY Oasis tribute band in the WORLD to use a live string quartet. "Oasish at Glastonbudget better than the real Oasis at Glastonbury" enthused BBC2's The Culture Show.
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A great 'PRIDE' in now offering 'REAL ALES'!! THERE'S always good news coming from this venue in Newcastle Borough, but the best is that it has, now, added a 'real ale' choice to its selection of (exceptionally-competitivelypriced) quality beers on offer! Silverdale Workingmen's Club
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be staging a Christmas party for members' children on Saturday, December 19th, as a way of saying 'thank you' for their continuing membership - we haven't had a kids' Xmas party here, since the club reopened, following the fire in 2005."
A mahogany-coloured bitter, 'London Pride' (ABV 4.1%) is the flagship brand of Fuller's, which has been brewing beer at its Griffin Brewery site in Chiswick since the 16th century.
As in previous years, the club is presenting a Sportsman's Evening (already sold out) in May.
"If it really takes off, we shall be adding further 'real ales' to our selection of drinks behind the bar here," John told us. "2014 was a very successful year for the club, and there was an upturn in profits.
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You'll discover an impressive range of activities here, with Monday's regular including Line Dancing and Pool, Local Dancing Troupes (AKWA DANCE), plus Bingo (10am-12 noon). Tuesdays see the History Club, League Snooker, and Men's Darts, while Wednesday offers space for the village's Afternoon Club for over-60s, Ladies' Darts and perenially-popular Sequence Dancing (attracting, says John, a weekly attendance of 70-80
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OUT & ABOUT in 2015 dancers). On Thursday, the Evergreens Afternoon Club meets, and Indoor Bowls and a Quiz Night are other attractions. The High Street club is also acclaimed for the premier-class Live Entertainment (plus Bingo) offered each Saturday evening, and Children's Parties are 'on the menu' during Saturday afternoons. Meanwhile, Sunday lunchtime features Afternoon Bingo, and the Function Room is also available for bookings at any time. This Function Room is, indeed, Silverdale WMC's 'jewel-in-the-crown', being a superb, well-appointed facility which comfortably accommodates up to 250 guests for every type of social occasion (including, naturally, wedding and funeral receptions, anniversaries, birthday and other parties and christenings), and is available for FREE bookings on Fridays.
The Men in Black return! JOHN Godber's international, smash-hit comedy, 'Bouncers' is returning to Newcastle's New Vic Theatre! Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll and regularly produced around the world, 'Bouncers' was nominated for 'Comedy of the Year' in 1985, won seven Los Angeles Critics' Circle Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987. Meet Ralph, Judd, Lee and Lucky Eric, the original men in black. They tell the tale of one night in a Yorkshire disco in the '80s, in this outrageous celebration of the northern, nightclub scene. Directed by the playwright himself, the play is a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights, as all the gang (the boys, the girls, the cheesy DJ, the late-night kebab man and the taxi home) - all under the watchful eye of the Bouncers!
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THE club's ultra-modern Lounge. If you are interested in hiring the Function Room, simply contact John Johnston on (01782) 629582, or call in personally to chat to him. Club membership costs, amazingly, just £4 per annum (although you have to do is pay a visit to the High Street venue and fill in an application-form [readily available from bar-staff]). Both males and females can become full members, and ladies have the same voting-rights as men, something which is still rare for workingmen's clubs. Silverdale WMC is open seven days a week: 11am11pm (Monday-Thursday); 11am-12 midnight (Friday & Saturday), and 12 noon-11pm (Sunday).
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"You'd better hurry or you're not getting in" enthused The Guardian. Presented by the John Godber Company and Theatre Royal, Wakefield, 'Bouncers' runs from Tuesday, March 31st, to Saturday, April 4th, at 7.30pm, with a 2.15pm matinee performance on Saturday 4th.
Tickets (priced at £13-£22, with group-discounts Open Sun-Thurs 12noon - 11pm of £2 for parties Fri & Sat 12noon - 12am of ten or more, £2 off for FOOD SERVED DAILY 12-9pm concessionaries 2 Selected Meals for 1 Tues & Thurs 6-9pm and Under-26s Go Free) can be Grill Menu served Mon & Wed 6-9pm purchased from the New Vic Box Special Lunch Menu - 2 Course £5.95 Office on (01782) Sunday Lunch 12-8pm 717962, or FREE online at www. Wi Fi T: 01270 875670 newvictheatre. Sandbach Road, Rode Heath org.uk
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OUT & ABOUT in 2015 A special day - for a special lady ON Sunday, March 15th, people of all ages and social backgrounds will take the opportunity to say a big 'thank you' to the woman who presented them with the ultimate gift - life itself! It is date upon which people let their mother know that she is VERY special and holds an ultra-important place in their life . Florists annually report record demands for floral tributes to 'Mum', whilst greetings cards, manufacturers (both of the traditionally sentimental and the irreverent sort) are delighted by Mother's Day each year.
"Uncanny reproduction" of Billie Holiday A REMARKABLE evening celebrating the music of the wonderful Billie Holiday can be enjoyed at the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle, on Monday, April 27th. 'Lady Sings the Blues' is performed with such style and vitality that you'd think you were there (New York City in November, 1933), when it all began... With the breathtaking talents of Val Wiseman ('Best Vocalist', British Jazz Awards) and six of the UK's finest jazz musicians - between them, they've amassed a staggering 37 Britisdh Jazz Awards! "An uncanny reproduction of the Holiday style and sound" ethused The Guardian. The performance starts at 7.30pm, and tickets are priced at £19 and £21 (with concessions and Under-16s Go Free), and are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk
This annual date also provides husbands, sons and daughters with a terrific opportunity to show much they cherish the lady of the household by taking her out for a 'slap-up' lunch or dinner, complemented by a convivial, elegant ambience, surrounded by her family and friends. Whilst Mother's Day itself is a modern, 20th century Specialising in: cutting, coloring, perming invention, Qualified professional staff with the origins (almost Revlon professional appointed salon inevitably) Nail & beauty treatments in the USA, Gift vouchers available the tradition Creative Unisex Hair Salon of Mothering Sunday is a Tel: 01782 746484 Mobile: 07899 833662 609 London Road, Oakhill, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 5AZ genuinely old one, dating back to the year, 1600.
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HEALTH & WELL - BEING IN 2015 20-minute walk is all it takes
obesity, claiming that a 20-minute walk "slashes among people of early death risk". a normal weight, A BRISK, 20-minute walk each day could be even those with a Scientists looked at the effects of obesity and all that is needed to avoid dying prematurely, high body- massexercise on 334,161 European men and women reveals new research. index (BMI) levels whose progress was followed for twelve years. saw a benefit. Indeed, researchers say that lack of exercise They found that people who engaged in is twice as likely to lead to an early grave than Overall, avoiding moderate levels inactivity explained a spokesperson. 'Our commitment to of daily exercise theoretically (equivalent to you is second-to-none' "Engaging in the activity is more reduced the risk taking an energetic, important than the end-result." of death from any THAT is the promise made by this 20-minute walk) were cause by 7.35%, averred the scientists. Located at 1a, Rope Lane, Wistaston, Crewe-based, high-quality care16% to 30% less likely Betamindes provides a range of provider. Having a BMI lower than obesity-level, defined to die than those non-medical services for people who classified as inactive. as a score of 30 or more, was estimated to Appositely-named Betamindes offers want to live independently, but find lower mortality by 3.66%. specialist day-care in its specificallyeveryday-living activities not as easy Although the impact designed bungalow for people of of exercise was greatest Keeping waists trim, irrespective of BMI, had as they used to be. a similar impact all ages experiencing memoryCHARTERED Examples of the extensive list on death-rates as problems. PHYSIOTHERAPIST exercise. of services provided include Its domiciliary staff will assist with all the daily activities which aren't as easy as they used to be in your own home. Whether help is needed for one hour up to 24 hours a day, staff are available to assist seven days a week (including weekends and holidays). Indeed, Betamindes' commitment to you is 'second-to-none', and includes both personal care and home-help services, in addition to companionship.
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Day care at Betamindes gives individuals the opportunity to Betamindes also conducts regular meet others in a relaxed homely quality assurance visits to ensure setting (its bungalow is situated in a the relationship with your carer splendid position, integrated within is meeting (and exceeding) the local community of Wistaston expectations. and within easy reach of Crewe, Nantwich and surrounding care. services areas). "We offer a diverse range of occupational activities, which stimulate, engage and enable the individual to recognise his or her potential and regain and maintain confidence, positive image and social skills,"
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study on the problems reported by stroke survivors may give a clearer knowledge of ways in which the lives of female patients can be improved. New studies will examine the cognitive decline in men and women, before and after a stroke. Said Associate Professor of Neurology, Cheryl Bushell: "As more people survive strokes, physicians and other healthcare providers should pay attention to quality of life issues and work to develop better interventions, even genderspecific screening tools, to improve these patients' lives."
More people survive a stroke today than a decade ago, as a result of better treatment and prevention. But women are more likely than men to notice difficulties with mobility, pain or discomfort, and anxiety and depression three months after suffering a stroke. Women are still more likely to have a lower quality of life than men a year after experiencing a stroke.
"We found that age, race and marital was the most key factor, separating the status accounted for the biggest quality of life in men and women, with Scientists compared the quality of life in patients who are single coping less well. differences between men and women at 1,370 USA adults who suffered a stroke three months, with marital status being or transient ischemic attack (TIA), aged The research suggested that additional the most important."
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and co-bookwriter, Thomas Meehan ('Hairspray'), this bigtime, Broadway musical is truly one of the funniest shows around.
"Everything you've heard is 100% true," said Clive Barnes, of The New York Post. "'The Producers' is "a cast-iron, super-duper, For instance, Congleton's Daneside mammoth, old-time Broadway Theatre is playing host to the next hit!" production of Trinity Amateur Co-directed by David and Sarah Operatic Society: the awardFrancis, with choreography by Liz winning hit musical adaptation Cordall and musical direction from of Mel Brooks's brilliantly-comic, Richard Tadman, 'The Producers' 1968 film, 'The Producers', this runs at Daneside Theatre from month. Tuesday, March 10th, to Saturday, This is the story of down-on-hisluck theatrical producer, Max Bialystock, and Leo Bloom, a mousy accountant.
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March 14th.
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the Jean Clarke School of Dance on Friday/ Saturday, April 10th/11th. Congleton Players' next production at Daneside Theatre is Harold Pinter's early play, 'The Birthday Party', running from Tuesday, April 21st, to Saturday, April 25th. The action of this 'comedy of menace' takes place in the living-room of a seedy boarding house in an anonymous, seaside town. Meg Bowles runs the house, while her husband, Petey, works as deckchairattendant on the beach.
Stanley Webber is their only 'guest' - a For more information, contact Congleton TIC cuckoo in the nest, in an open-ended, on (01260) 271095, or book now by emailing: parasitic relationship with Bowles, as he centrestagetickets@yahoo.com, or call hides frm his guilty past and uncertain 07876-637426. future in their home. A Celebration of Dance is being offered by Stanley's bolt-hole is invaded by two, other 'guests', Goldberg and McCann, For All Your Car & Motorcycle Paintwork whose mission (to break him Plasti Dip Vinyl Wrap Specialists and return him to 'Monty') soon Call Chris on: 07833 331 948 becomes apparent.
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AMERICAN singer and songwriter, Aoife O'Donovan, will be appearing with Sarah Jarosz and Sara Watkins, at Biddulph Town Hall, on Thursday, April 23rd.
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Ambiguity and contradiction abound as a am Kloot) on March 4th, and Luke Jackson fundamentally simple plot reveals itself to and Jess Morgan (April 1st). be full of smoke and mirrors; therein lies the The season will also feature Eddi Reader joy of the party. at Clonter Opera, Swettenham, Congleton, Tickets are priced at £6 (Tuesday), £8 on Friday, March 27th, and Sarah Jarosz, (Wednesday-Saturday) and £7 (concessions Sara Watkins and Aoife O'Donovan will be [Wednesday & Thursday]). appearing at Biddulph Town Hall (so, bring your own drinks!) on Thursday, April 23rd. 2015's Spring music season of 'Biddulph Up in Arms' at The Biddulph Arms on Wednesday Seats may be reserved by contacting evenings continues with John Bramwell (I organiser, Craig Pickering, on (01782) 523277; you can also email biddulphupinarms@hotmail.com and visit www.biddulphupinarms. com
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Tchaikovsky Gala THE last of its four appearances in the Stoke-on-Trent Festival 2014/5 at Hanley's Victoria Hall sees the BBC Philharmonic performing a trio of works by the most popular of Russian composers, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-93), on Friday, March 27th. Conducted by Yutaka Sado, the
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SPECIALISTS IN BURSLEM WHEN YOU NEED A QUICK COST AND EFFECTIVE SERVICE
Stonework • Brickwork • Indian Stone New Builds • Extensions • Roofing Driveways • Landscaping Patios • Steps, Paths etc
01782 522 538 / 07956 251 809 www.abbottpropertydevelopments.co.uk sales: 01782 461711
PYOTR Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-93)
01782 575339
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5 Windows • Doors • Conservatories
25 Imogen Close,Fenton,S-o-T,ST4 3QY
Tel: 01782 321036 Mobile: 07979 313692
Reg No 16210
A1Skip Hire
SAME DAY CHEAP SKIPS! Homeowners? Builders? Developers? Factories?
1,2,3,4,5,6 & 8 Ton Skips • Drop Door Skips 7 Day Delivery & Collection Service Won’t Be Beaten On Price Professional, Fast & Reliable Service Waste Licence • Dumpy Bags we also supply Sand and Gravel, Soil, Golden Gravel, Plum Slate, Green Slate, Gobble Stone and Hardcore
01782 786242 / 07831 224396 A1 Skip Hire, Little Farm, 86 The Hollow, Mow Cop, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 4NW
Joe & Julie pride themselves on a friendly, efficient service in furnishing your home
showroom, you will discover thousands of carpets, available at ultra-competitive prices to suit every budget; in addition, there's FREE delivery on all items and no charge for fitting on most.
POSSESSING numerous, fulsome testimonials from ultra-satisfied customers, this Stoke-onTrent based business can bring a touch luxury and quality to every home.
(Most orders can be fitted within three working-days of purchase, and, as a registered member of the Carpet Foundation, it guarantees ALL work carried out).
Yes, if it's soft furnishings you are after, then Victoria Carpets and Curtains have got it covered beautifully! Proprietors, Joe and Julie Harrington-Thorley, are confident that their business's friendly, efficient service can furnish readers' every requirement. Located on Weston Road, Meir, Victoria Carpets and Curtains prides itself on good, old-fashioned service, and readers enjoy the assurance that its expert staff will help to re-style your home - and at surprisinglyaffordable prices! Whatever your intention (to 'make over' a single room or effect a complete transformation of your entire domicile), the business will bring an extensive selection, enabling you to see how the floor-covering or curtains will look in your home. To complement this, staff will measure up and provide you with an estimate of the final cost. At the Meir
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A family-run business since 1979 and based at its current premises since 1995, Victoria Carpets and Curtains also supplies and fits premier-brand cushionflooring (including Nairn and Rhinofloor), with many available in two-, three- and four-metrewide strips, to reduce wastage, and next-day fitting offered on rolls from stock. Additionally, Joe
and Julie sell and fit laminates, which continue to be popular (owing to its modern, clean appearance). Their firm's curtains and blinds department also provides the perfect finish to your windows. And there's more, since an impressive selection of fabrics (from, for example, Hardy and Belfield), which are ideal for creating your desired 'look'. As well as a terrific choice of curtains (taking in dramatic pelmets and valances), you can choose from an extensive variety of blinds, including Roman, roller, vertical, metal and wood Venetian - all made-tomeasure. Why not call into Joe and Julie's showroom today? Alternatively, visit the business's website: www. victoriacarpets.co.uk
EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE AFFORDABLE & LOCAL . . . • Carpets • Rugs • Vinyls • Laminates • Cushion Floors • Vertical, Venetian and Roller Blinds • Curtains • Pelmets • FREE Measuring & Home Selection
0800 026 4313
www.victoriacarpets.co.uk 33 Weston Rd, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6AB sales: 01782 461711
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CASTLE REPLACEMENT WINDOWS Garden delights! TWELVE acres of relaxing gardens await visitors to the Dorothy Clive Garden.
QUALITY UPVC WINDOWS DOORS AND CONSERVATORIES 10 YEAR INSURANCE BACKED GUARANTEE
Set amidst glorious countryside, where the borders of Staffordshire, Cheshire and Shropshire intersect, this beautiful, hillside garden has continuously evolved since 1940.
TEL 01782 821402 MOBILE NO 07816 595615
Paul J Nelson Kitchens Flooring Doors Etc City & Guilds
A reliable and professional service
In that year, Colonel Harry Clive began landscaping a disused, Victorian quarry for his beloved wife, Dorothy.
workmanship and great value for E: pauljnelson@sky.com both installation of, and repairs to, garage doors, meeting and www.pauljnelsoncarpenterandjoiner.com Plant enthusiasts FOR the retail of, or expert repairs exceeding all your expectations. will discover lots of unusual species - from to, garage doors in Stoke-onthe spectacular to the Plumbing & Heating Ltd Trent, nobody does it better than The well-established company supremely subtleboasts an extensive range of this family-run business! and an abundance Gas maintenance and repair all plumbing needs garage doors ready for supply and of assorted flora will OAP Discounts, Grants Available fitting, and can also help with the L T Garage Doors is a highly all tastes (and 01782 869724 / 07795 802830 satisfy many are available to installation of fire doors for any reputable garage door supplier chrischad@sky.com buy!). property. and fitter, providing complete Maintenance Contracts start from £4.99 per month The Dorothy Clive and comprehensive coverage depending on age of boiler and system Garden is both Priding itself on delivering the throughout the whole of intimate and informal; best products for the best value, a network of paths Staffordshire. L T Garage Doors features its own ensure that there is always something to showroom (located at 1887, Leek This business really does discover and delight. Road, Milton), which enables offer outstanding quality Throughout the year, readers to look and try, before the garden hosts a purchasing. wide variety of events,
07725 417247 MONARCH
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If you are looking for garage doors or garage door spares and parts, it welcomes all enquiries, striving for complete customer satisfaction with every project undertaken. "We have no sales, just low prices all year round," says Lee Taylor. For further information about what the company has to offer, get in touch on 0800 756 3284 or (01782) 533552 or by emailing: info@ ltgaragedoors. co.uk
• DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL
3 Bosley Grove, Goldenhill, S-O-T ST6 5NS
01782 868668 • 07771 735146
Home-made food (including gluten-free choices) is available in the Garden Tea Room.
Situated in North Staffordshire at Willoughbridge, near New Roofs Roof Repairs Re-Roofs Market Drayton, close to the Shropshire and CHIMNEY/LEADWORK, Cheshire borders, the POINTING, GUTTERING AND UPVC Dorothy Clive Garden FASCIA, SCAFFOLDING is located on the A51 DISCOUNT FOR OAPs WITH THIS ADVERT midway, between FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Stone and Nantwich.
Tel: 01782 504344 / 07941 779009
During the Winter, the Garden and Tea Room is open from 10am to 4pm every weekend in DRIVEWAYS & PATIOS SERVICE October, February and March.
21 Fairfield Avenue, Brown Edge, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8SA
D. GOODWIN FREE QUOTATIONS & FULLY INSURED
Tarmac Drives, Dropped Access, Block Paving, Drive Sealing, Patios and Indian Stone, Decorative Gravel and Slate Garden Walls and Fencing
T: 07745514188 / 01782 761191 dgoodwindriveways@hotmail.com
sales: 01782 461711
from small, guided walks to major planthunters' fairs.
Disabled and coachparking is available. For admission-prices, special offers for groupbookings, events and all other information, visit www. dorothyclivegarden. co.uk or email: info@ dorothyclivegarden. co.uk MARCH 2015 | 27
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DECOELECTRIC
All Electrical Work, Garden & Home Refurbishment & Decoration
24 / 7 Service
NAPIT Registered Electrician Electricsafe Registered 07913 734991 / 01782 544416 enquiries@decoelectric.co.uk www.decoelectric.co.uk
Helens
Carpets & Flooring
G.M. ENGLISH Ltd John Cooper THE DOMESTIC APPLIANCE CENTRE
Sales, Spares & Repairs
DYSON Approved Agents
Value & Service All Major Brands
Established 30 Years
98-100 The Strand Longton Tel: 315792 / 599332
Plumbing & Heating
35 Years Experience Advice Given & Solutions Found For All Your Plumbing & Heating Systems No call out fee! Call John on
01782 533790 or 07973 522998 “We do it right!”
Open Mon-Sat 9-3 (closed Thursdays)
Offering a complete range of carpets, vinyls, laminates and real wood flooring to suit any budget. 10% OFF with this advert T: 01782 711815
2- 4 Hickman Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2AR
R. B. Plumbing and Heating Fully qualified for all your plumbing needs • Boilers • Service • Repair or replacement • Central heating • Kitchens • Bathrooms etc.
Discounts for OAPs Gas Safe registered
Call 07963 326803
Gas Safe Registered 10434
KP TAYLOR & SONS LTD DOMESTIC
• COMMERCIAL• INDUSTRIAL
Contractors for Builders, Architects, Churches Rewires & New Installations Appliance Testing Tel
07900 004491 enquiries@kptaylorelectrical.co.uk
Excellence is Martyn's trademark
naturally, fencing).
"I treat my customers as if they were members of my own family, and I don't stand for the 'It'll Do' attitude that is prevalent in so many trades," he told us.
"If you treat customers well, you have them for life; they start out as a customer and end up as a friend," commented sole proprietor, Martyn, who is very flexible in his approach to clients.
Unsurprisingly, MS Services enjoys an abundance of customers' MARTYN Stanyer strongly believes recommendations! in offering customers a service so excellent that it would even satisfy Of course, caring genuinely about himself! your clients has its positive aspects.
FRIENDLY RELIABLE SERVICE EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR HOME.
Moreover, his business, MS Services, offers such a wideranging remit in terms of home improvement (both internal and external) that it encompasses everything from changing a washer to building a house! M.S. Services encompasses bathrooms, bedrooms, windows, doors and loft-conversions, with exemplary kitchen and bathroom work being Martyn's particular fort'e, as he utilises his wealth of experience and expertise. However, 2013 saw his business enhanced by moving into the gardening sphere (including,
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"I don't give the usual, massive quotes (which are often unfairly inflated to the tune of about 20%), with the result that most established customers never ask for a price. Also, they can buy their own materials, using my own trade-discounts." MS Services operates over a wide radius, taking in Staffordshire (including the whole of Stoke-onTrent) and parts of neighbouring Cheshire. IN ADDITION, MARTYN'S WEBSITE WILL SOON BE AVAILABLE! sales: 01782 461711
SPRING MOTORING Avoiding 'driver-fatigue' IT is an indubitable fact that Britain's
roads are (believe it or not) amongst the safest in Europe!
up to £250 per Car STEEL up to £245 pt • COPPER up to £4,800 pt BRASS up to £2,650 pt • BATTERIES up to £600 pt
Telephone 01270 763 256
YOUR LOCAL ACCIDENT REPAIR SPECIALISTS
• Car & light commercials • Fully equipped body shop • Insurance work undertaken • Resprays • Low bake oven • Welding • Body Repairs • Friendly & personal service
STOKE 01782 848484 Fountain Street, Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent
UNIT 1, PLOT 10, LEEKBROOK WAY, LEEKBROOK IND EST, LEEK, ST137AP Dedicated Land Rover Diagnostics • Servicing MOT'S • Scheduled maintenance Engine repair • Gearbox repair • Clutch replacment Offroad and Expedition equipment Electronic specialists • Chipping & Remapping Infact anything to do with Land Rovers www.lrxservices.co.uk
Whether your vehicle needs routine service, emergency repair or just an mot, you can trust our team of experts.
Successive governments of both political hues can be proud of the way in which they have steadily reduced the number of deaths and serious accidents, thanks to compulsory seat-belts, anti-drinking campaigns, traffic-calming measures and 'speed-cameras'. Nevertheless, road accidents are still far too high, relative to other forms of transport, and it is obvious that substantial, further reductions could me made made, if members of the public were to be persudaded to change their driving-habits.
Why Paint When We Can Powder Coat? SHIP NEW OWNER Car & Bike Components Fabrication Gate & Fence Panels Brackets Springs Vintage Cars Motorcycles Aluminium Components Machine Parts Blasting
Contact us for a quote or to discuss requirements
MOTORCADE CAR SALES
ALWAYS A LARGE SELECTION OF VALUE FOR MONEY NEW AND USED CARS ON DISPLAY
Tel: 01782 823888
Newcastle Street, Burslem
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A brace of areas need urgent attention: the continuing use of mobile 'phones and 'driver-fatigue'. Each day, people can be seen driving while speaking on their 'phones, in spite of research-findings showing that, in terms of reducing their ability to drive properly, it is as bad as being over the alcohol-limit!
The dangers apply as much as to 'hands-free' 'phones, because the degree of POWDER COATING & concentration needed to SHOTBLASTING make a call is far greater SERVICE than talking to passengers.
SPECIALIST METAL FINISHERS
LOOKING FOR A USED CAR?
Most drivers suffer periodic fatigue (including the feeling that they are falling
PHOENIX AUTOS MOTs £25.00 Free Retest Brakes
* WE NOW HAVE THE FACILITY FOR FIRST CLASS ACCIDENT, INSURANCE & BODY REPAIR WORK *
MOT’s, Service & Repairs, Air Conditioning, Diagnostics, Laser Tracking
Servicing & Repairs Exhausts Cars & Light Commercial Vehicles No job too large or small
Clutches Welding Diagnostics
Tel: 01782 776 340
Imperial Works, Coalpit Hill, Talke ST7 1PN sales: 01782 461711
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asleep at the wheel) - and many experience it regularly. They rarely think that the car heading towards them at speed - say, 60-70mph on a single carriage-way - might also be driven by someone fighting a losing battle against falling asleep!
SPRING MOTORING
(Research shows that as many as 20% of motorway accidents are sleep-related).
(MOT's
ARRANGED)
Staff Required
OPEN 11am-11pm, Shower Rooms & Jacuzzi Available HOME VISITS WELCOME Open 7 Days A Week
GEORGE PRITCHARD Accident Repairs • Insurance Work Resprays Undertaken • No Job Too Small Competitive Rates • Friendly Service
• MOTORCYCLE MOTs • TYRES • EXHAUSTS • CAR SERVICING & REPAIRS • RECOVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE
UNIT 2, LEESE STREET GARAGE STOKE-ON-TRENT (off Liverpool Road)
01782 746278
(LOOK FOR THE BOLD YELLOW SIGN DOWN THE YARD)
33 HARTSHILL ROAD, STOKE
Tel: 01782 848208
FUNERAL SERVICES Optimum advice at a time of personal grief IT is an indubitable truth that the healing process is something which each and every person in the country must experience at least once in his or her life. For, bereavement is, quite simply, one of the great immutables in quotidian life. It is, however, equally true that, when it impinges on our consciousness, the overwhelming majority of us are completely unprepared for the demands which it makes upon us.
It is, of course, essential that we are able to cope with the practical and emotional demands encountered at this potentially harrowing time. The subject of death was a constant theme in conversation and thought in Victorian and Edwardian society, prior to World War I.
and understanding combine to lift the inexorable burden imposed upon the bereavedas is humanly possible, providing help, comfort and support, when it is most required.
In truth, grieving is a healing process, and, whilst our sense of loss will never disappear entirely, it will diminish, as a return to normalcy (in terms of working But, now, in the early-21st and social life) reasserts itself. century, it is something that is (to put it mildly) assiduously avoided.
Accordingly, when we losed a loved one (be it a partner, relative or a very close friend), it is imperative that we acquire the support, help and care of a reputable, well-established firm of funeral directors.
C. EDWARDS & SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Private Chapel of Rest Complete 24 Hour Personal Service GOLDEN CHAR TER Monumental Services Available Family Run Business Est.1918 Floral Tributes • Catering Available Horse Drawn Service Available on Request
01782 782842
This company should possess the requisite experience of dealing with all the arrangements and, at the same time, providing optimum advice at your time of personal grief.
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Workshop/Showroom:
Showroom:
Victoria Road, Fenton,
91 Haywood Street,
Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2HS
Leek, Staffs ST13 5JH
Tel/Fax: 01782 411106
Tel/Fax: 01538 398493
Email: jbmmemorials@btconnect.com sales: 01782 461711
Canal Cruising Company Ltd
Would you like some help with your cleaning? Ironing? Or both?
EST 1948
Situated in the picturesque town of Stone, a family run business over 65 years Standard to luxury class. 2-8 berth boats available with a choice of delightful routes. Weekly hire and short breaks 10 & 11 night hire now available.
Holiday with a difference
Are you too busy or unable to do your housework?
• Same regular cleaner • Very low affordable rates • Cleaners are insured • 1off cleans available All cleaners have been carefully vetted “It’s only natural that you want the best, so give us a ring and put us to the test”
for more details, special offers and live availability visit us at:
01782 850812
Crown Street, Stone, Staffs, ST15 8QN
paul@maid2clean.co.uk www.maid2clean.co.uk/northstaffs
www.canalcruising.co.uk
Tel: 01785 813982 Fax: 01785 819041 Email: mail@canalcruising.co.uk
COURIERS & HAULAGE LTD
Tel: 01782 825 598 07979 827 006
www.edwaycouriersandhaulageltd.co.uk
Edway Couriers & Haulage operates from a secure storage depot in Stoke on Trent, we are equipped to handle any size of consignments from a single document pack up to fully palletised loads. Immediate Response; our large fleet of professional couriers are on standby around the clock Vehicles can be booked as you need them or in advance Safe transportation of secure documents or sensitive equipment Transportation of small items through to several pallets Service Level Agreements for contract based work In-boot overnight service to field engineers Contact access to the courier for immediate updates on the consignment Fully documented delivery times with signaturesSecure storage depot with pallet racking and 24 hour security cameras Comprehensive Goods in Transit insurance. Unit 10a winghay Close, Longbridgehays Ind Est, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire ST6 4DU sales: 01782 461711
Guaranteed to arrive on time - every time! FROM the transportation of small items to multiple pallets, this locally-based company's fleet can deliver! Edway Couriers & Haulage was established in 1995 to provide a complete courier and road haulage service throughout the UK, with the aim of exceeding clients' expectations. Operating from a secure storage depot (featuring pallet-racking and 24-hour security cameras) at Longport, Stoke-on-Trent, Edway is superbly equipped to handle any size of consignment - from a single document-pack, up to fully-palletised loads. The company's booking-office is staffed 24 hours a day, every
day of the year; so, no matter when you call, there will be someone available to help you. Today's business world is fastmoving, and Edway's clients know that they can rely on it for a speedy and reliable service. The company's extensive experience of road haulage means that it can provide solutions for every stage of the journey, from pickup to delivery. This includes assigning the correct vehicle and driver, depending on the type of consignment. To find out more, telephone (01782) 825598, email: keithedwards@ edwaycouriers.co.uk, or visit the website: www. edwaycouriersandhaulage. co.uk MARCH 2015 | 31
NANTWICH ABLEWORLD 39 Beam Street, Nantwich CW5 5NF
Tel: (01270) 626971 nantwich@ ableworld.co.uk Opposite the Bus Station and Civic Hall
CREWE ABLEWORLD
HANLEY CONGLETON WINSFORD ABLEWORLD ABLEWORLD ABLEWORLD
1 Valley Brook Business 430 Leek Road, Hanley Centre, Mill Street Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Cheshire ST1 3HU CW2 7DT Tel:
Tel: (01270) 255725 crewe@ ableworld.co.uk Next to HSS Station
58 Mill Street Congleton, Cheshire CW12 1AG
(01782) 205901
Tel: (01260) 408161
hanley@ ableworld.co.uk At Joiners Square Roundabout
congleton@ ableworld.co.uk next to Richardsons Motorbike shop
12 Queens Parade Winsford Cross Shopping Centre Winsford, Cheshire CW7 1AE
Tel: (01606) 554591 winsford ableworld.co.uk
Further details on all our stores can be found on: www.ableworld.co.uk Address: Telefaults Building, Furlong Road, Tunstall, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire ST6 5UN Tel:01782461711 email:sales.seniorstoday@googlemail.com