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For mature people who enjoy life! Also available online at www.seniorstoday.co.uk Tel: 01782 461711 A Property Trust Will can be your saviour
eventually sold! Bear in mind that average residential care fees start in the region of £500 per week, so it is clear how UNSURPRISINGLY, few of us have considered what quickly assets can be eroded. the effect might be on our savings and investments, The DSS has often become the sole, outright owner or even our home, if (as is most probable) we ever of the family home after the death of an elderly needed residential care later in life. parent, who had been living in a nursing home. Most people assume that we shall pass on our assets However, there is a solution - in the form of to our children or other relatives in due course; Property Trust wills yet, this may not always be the case, unless careful arrangements have been made to protect our assets from being taken to pay care home fees. In recent years, it has become increasingly apparent that the State will only provide for those with little or no savings or assets; everyone else is expected to pay at least part (if not all) of his or her own costs. Currently, anyone with assets in excess of £22,250 (this figure includes the family home) is not eligible for any state help with his or her residential care fees; if you have more than £12,000, but less than £22,500, you are only entitled to partial assistance. The net result is that anyone, who owns his or her own home, is unlikely to receive assistance, even if A 'Property Trust' is based around three, basic elements: the basis on which you own your they do not possess large amounts of cash-assets. Even if you DON'T have the cash readily available, property, the Trust terms and your Wills, which the Department of Social Security can still place a contain the Trust investment. The Property Trust can only be created, while charge against the family home, which enables it to recover the monies owing, when the property is both partners remain alive and the property
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must be owned as Tenants in Common (the Trust instrument is, then, included in both Wills, but does not come into force until the death of the first). Upon the first death, their share of the property (typically 50%) is placed into the Trust to be adminstered by the Trustees nominated in the Will, and this, usually, includes the surviving spouse. The Will also specifies who is to be the ultimate beneficiary of this share in the property, and the Trustee's duty is to protect the property for the beneficiaries' benefit. The surviving spouse, under the Trust's terms, has the right to remain living in the property for the rest of his or her life; on the death of the second spouse, the Trust comes to an end, and the property passes absolutely to the beneficiaries. For further details, contact Anthony Heath, Associate of Countrywide Tax and Trust Corporation & Golden Charter Funeral Plans, on (01782) 361971/07780-009245 or anthony@ willsforu.co.uk
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Keeping Winter-Well with Age UK's Ageing Well Activities WE all appreciate the beauty of Winter, but cold weather can leave older people more vulnerable healthwise, especially those with breathing and circulation problems and arthritic conditions. Remaining healthy over the Winter means keeping warm and wellnourished, and getting moving! Staying active boosts wellbeing and fitness, as well as generating heat. At home, do your chores to music, or try a few chair-based exercise - get those fingers and toes wriggling! Regular exercise has many benefits, including increased energy and improved mobility; helping to reduce the risk of falls, heart disease and strokes, as well as boosting confidence and self-esteem. The Ageing Well programme of Activities encourages older people to keep physically, mentally and socially active. Sessions, available at low cost, may include gentle exercise and walking groups, as well as walking football sessions. 02 | DECEMBER 2014
So, in the New Year, why not come and join one of our friendly groups and get fitter, have fun and make new friends?! Enquiries are also welcome from anyone interested in volunteering opportunities more exercise and walking group leaders are always needed, and Age UK can provide training free-of-charge.
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CONTENTS DECEMBER 2014 6 Back by popular demand, the amazing Christmas Cabaret at Viva Blackpool venue stars Leye D Johns, Phil Jeffries, Emma Wright and the gorgeous Viva Showgirls! This three-hour show is filled with festive favourites, music that everyone will love and lots of Christmas comedy. This ultimate show night-out is in traditional style for those who want a great dinner and evening with colleagues and friends. The Christmas Cabaret runs until Saturday, December 27th. 9 Baddeley Green WMC is hosting a Christmas Party and Dinnering on Friday, December 17th. Entertainment will be provided by brilliant, versatile band, Monkey Puzzle. A three-course meal is being served from 7.30pm. 16 Can you pinch an inch? The overarching, guilty sin for per-owners at Christmastime is not only to over-indulge yourselves, but also your canine and feline chums! Because they spend more time indoors during the Winter months, they are getting less exercise and require correspondingly less food. Keep an eye out for any weight-gain, as excess pounds can cause a range of health-problems, including heart-disease and diabetes, and can also significantly worsen arthritis. Staff at The Croft Veterinary Clinic, Newcastle-under-Lyme, are delighted to offer invaluable advice. 21 2014 sees Ken Dodd celebrate his 60th anniversary as a professional entertainer! Enjoy his famous 'Happiness Show' at The Victoria Hall on Saturday, December 20th, and you'll be absolutely discumknockerated (that's Knotty Ash for 'over the moon' by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of songs and laughter presented by a genius of comedy. 29 We are all very busy these days (especially during Christmastime), so it is very easy to forget about crimeprevention. That is exactly when motorists can fall prey to individuals who look for opportunities, such as valuables left on display. Always lock your vehicle, closing all windows, doors and the sun-roof (assuming you have one). Park in well-lit areas, and put your vehicle in a garage overnight (if possible). sales: 01782 461711
Are you a Wise Owl or a Head-Burying Ostrich when it comes to that d-word? THIS month, we discuss the many complexities which can arise from NOT making a Will.
judicial decisions and custom.
WHAT MOST PEOPLE THINK OR HOPE!
SINGLE: If a single person dies without a Will, the line of Inheritance can be complicated and can often involve relatives you have never even met!
SO, if you are Cohabitee, the information on single people is more appropriate to you.
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 or Single. MARRIED: In the event of the death of a married person, the Intestacy rules divide the Estate into shares, with a share going to the surviving husband or wife (the spouse). The amount a spouse can inherit is restricted to an amount set by the Government. THE POPULAR BELIEF that a spouse automatically inherits everything is simply not true. This is because your nearest blood-relations (children, parents, brothers, sisters etc.) are also entitled to take a share under the Intestacy Rules inherit, with the rising values of Estates, the SPOUSE'S SHARE could be the smallest one. FACT: If you have not made a Will, even your life insurance policies will not be paid until probate has been granted, unless they are written into trust! (Probate will take many months, sometimes years, to be granted!). FACT: If your Children are orphaned and you have not appointed a guardian in a Will, then Social Services will decide who looks after them, including allocating them to Foster Parents). FACT: If there are no surviving members of your family, the whole Estate would go to the Crown (Government). COHABITING: Thousands of people live together without getting married. Unfortunately, most think that, after a few years together or if they have become a Common Law husband or wife and have same rights as a married person. Let there be no doubt about this. If you live with another person unmarried (including single-sex couples), with respect to finance and inheritance you are known as a Cohabitee and do not have the same rights as a married person. The general term, Common Law, means law-based
HERE WE GO... first, you children will inherit your whole Estate - if there are no surviving children, next in line are your grandchildren - if you have no grandchildren, then both your parents - if both have died before you, then your brothers and/or nieces - if none, then your cousins (however far removed) and, if no cousins, everything goes to the Government... phew! IF you are single and without a Will, I can hear you are thinking: 'Well, that's OK, it will go to my children, anyway'). That may be partly true, but what is also true is that it will take months and, possibly, years to sort out your affairs (obtain Probate), and the Solicitors who sort this out will charge THOUSANDS OF POUNDS for their work. This is money that, for the sake of making your Will (£69), you could have left your Children! Even if you have no Children or close family, many people would want their Estate to go to CLOSE FRIENDS or a CHARITY, rather than the GOVERNMENT OR UNKNOWN RELATIONS.
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The Majesticare way of life at Lawton Manor
Lawton Manor Care Home
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We have so much planned from now until the New Year starting off the busy season with outings to the Trafford Centre in Manchester, Astbury & Trentham Garden Centres and hopefully coming back loaded with lots of Christmas presents.
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BLACKPOOL • BLACKPOOL • BLACKPOOL
Fun for ALL ages this Christmas & New Year's Eve!!
Back by popular demand, the amazing Christmas Cabaret (courtesy of Viva Blackpool venue) runs until Saturday, THE 'Spirit of Yuletide' in Blackpool 2014 December 27th! offers as much variety as ever! The spectacular, three-hour show stars Enjoy a great afternoon of family fun at Merrie England Showbar on the North Pier in December. 'Santa's Merrie Wonderland Christmas Show' (running from 1pm to 4pm) features host, Joanna Shorrock, a children's entertainer and a special visit from Santa himself on Saturday 13th, Sunday 14th, Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd. Each child receives receives a free gift, and there's also complimentary tea/ coffee and draught soft drinks for the youngsters, with tickets priced at £7.50.
Leye D Johns, Phil Jeffries, Emma Wright and the gorgeous Viva Showgirls, and is filled with festive favourites, music that everyone will love and lots of Christmas comedy - in short, the ultimate show night-out. The show is in traditional-style for those who want a great dinner and entertainment with colleagues and friends. The doors are open from 6pm to 11.45pm, and the cost for dinner and show package (gold seating) is £29.90. On Wednesday, December 31st, celebrate the start of 2015 with the New Year's Eve Family Party being held at Merrie England Showbar, on North Pier, and offering awardwinning entertainment with party stars, plus superb male vocalist, Michael Sharpe, and great drinksoffers (with free tea/coffee and draught soft drinks for chiuldren).
Merry Christmas to all our visitors from Stoke-on-Trent
North
The party runs from 7pm to 1am, and tickets are priced at £10 (single), £25 (family of three) and £35 (family of four).
Gynway B&B
Viva Blackpool's New Year's Eve Party offers the very best way to bring in the New Year of 2015, featuring great food, drink and a brilliant, three-hour show experience.
The Gynway is a small homely B&B where a warm welcome awaits you. Adjacent to the seafront, the Gynway offers:
• Range of Breakfasts • Colour TVs all rooms • Tea/coffee making facilities • Pet Friendly Environment (Dogs Free Of Charge )
£20.00 pp per night
Merry Christmas from all at the Gynway throughout the magazines readership area. 205 Dickson Road, Blackpool
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Sit back and enjoy the party as the build-up to the midnight hour with Leye D Johns; amazing vocalists, Phil Jeffries and Jaimie Mulholland and those Viva Showgirls! This year, the Blackpool venue is also presenting its 'Viva Kids' Club' room, which is specially reserved for the under-16s with children's entertainer, games consoles and games; so, mum and dad can enjoy the fun in the main cabaret room, whilst the youngsters choose where to go and what to do on New Year's Eve! Admission costs £12.50-£52.50.
Blenheim Mount Hotel The Blenheim Mount Hotel is a friendly, family owned seafront hotel with an easy going atmosphere and welcoming staff making your stay with us happy ones SPECIAL MID WEEK BREAKS MON-FRI (FROM) £88.00 P.P. B&B
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The Blenheim Mount offers • Best location in Blackpool on Central promenade • Groups welcome • Lift to all floors • Free Wifi • Ramp access to the rear of building • Ground floor rooms • Static secured car park (ltd) • Seafront patio area • All en-suite • Sea view rooms • Tea & coffee facilities • Tinsel & Turkey midweeks • Themed weekends Please advise when booking if disabled.
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EXCITING, NEW YEAR RELOCATION FOR GEORGINA'S BUSINESS!
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2pm (Sunday).
Open seven days a week, Old Skool Games at You can contact Georgina on (01538) 383161, Leek features the very best range of Old Skool and visit the website: www.oldskoolgamer. video games and consoles, at the same time, com YOU can satisfy ALL your retro-gaming offering a superb service, buying selling and requirements NOW at this Leek-based business exchanging a huge selection of technology - but, soon (in January, 2015), things are going and entertainment products, including video to get even BETTER! games, DVDs, HD films, computers, digital electronics, vision and music CDs, consoles ( For, Old Skool Games - currently located in plus, of course, games, old AND new [from the the heart of the 'Queen of the Staffordshire Moorlands' at Unit 10, The Smithfield Centre - 1970s to the present day]). is moving to far more spacious and generally MOREOVER, THEY ARE ALL AT OLD SKOOL GAMES, superior premises (offering FREE car-parking), UNDER ONE ROOF, FOR YOU, THE READERS, to close to the centre of Burslem (the 'Mother PURCHASE, SELL OR TRADE IN! Town of the Potteries'), at the beginning of the Old Skool Games is absolute heaven for anyone New Year. wishing to trade in an old game for something "The move from Leek to Stoke-on-Trent means newer; alternatively, it's for you, if you desire a that not only will there be larger premises classic console to play on. (measuring 3,500 square feet), in which to Old Skool Games also plays host to Games display the constantly-upgraded stocks, but Workshop (acclaimed for making the best customers can also use the ultra-convenient parking facilities outside the building to bring fantasy miniatures on the market!). their children," explained sole proprietor, As an independent stockist, Games Workshop Georgina, adding: "We'll also have a vending- boasts major brands, 'Warhammer' and machine, dispensing tea and coffee, for them 'Warhammer 40,000'; however, it also holds to enjoy in our seating-area, while their kids the licence for 'The Lord of the Rings TM' go through the store's stock and make their and 'The Hobbit: An choices." Unexpected Journey TM' Strategy Battle Game. "We'll continue to operate our point-card system," said Georgina, who launched Old Skool Games Leek five years ago, in October, 2009, with stock amounting to a mere £375.
Games Workshop also stocks a range of Citadel hobby products to enable all of its customers to Now, she has made her business so successful that it contains no less than £35,000 worth of build, paint and play with stock - PROVIDING IDEAL CHRISTMAS PRESENTS! its miniatures. Georgina told us that she "I listen to what people want and complain about, when buying and selling," commented is intending to close the Leek Old Skool Games at Georgina, who thanked all her customers for the end of December, and, their loyal support during the roadworks, ocassioned by the controversial removal of one then, officially open the new premises - located of Leek's key roundabouts. at Unit 7, Paramount "I can assure the people of Leek that I haven't Business Park , on Nile forgotten them, and hope that , having stuck Street (directly behind with me for the past, five years, they'll follow the B & M Bargains store, on Waterloo Road), in Burslem - on Wednesday, January 14th, 2015. Like the current, Leek business, the new Burslem retail outlet will be open seven days a week, and its opening-hours will be 9am-5pm (MondaySaturday) and 10.30amsales: 01782 461711
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The home of Retro Large selection of Games, Consoles, DVD’s Game Accessories + Games from the 70’s to Present Day ATARI • NINTENDO • GAMEBOY • SEGA MASTER MARVEL COMICS • MAGAZINES • FIGURES Recycle your games & consoles here!
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The new cream - from Supreme!! THERE'S a host of exceptional, new talent coming Staffordshire's way in 2015 - courtesy of Martin Mycock's Supreme Artist Management! All the top-quality vocalists and entertainers are trained and hand-picked by SAM, complemented by a superb, second-to-none service (from both the agency and the artists), fully living up to the Supreme name. DEVOTION: mind-blowing vocals, harmonies and choreography from three of the finest female entertainers in the business; a vocal and dance spectacular, tributing '80s and '90s' dance music - a 'must-see'! AFFINITY: amazing female harmony duo; nonpareil vocal ability, coupled with harmonies, song-choice and looks - the perfect fusion for a perfect night. VIRTUAL REALITY: phenomenal standard of vocals, musicianship and delivery from this outstanding male/ female duo; incredibly high-calibre act. AUDACIOUS: exciting, young, talented boy/girl duo, with medleys from Motown, '80s, '90s, present-day chart; they cover all the bases with vocal ability and delivery way beyond their years. ADAM JONES: 'Indie Adam Jones' and the Temple of Tunes! Kings of Leon, Killers, Stereophonics, The Goo Goo Dolls, Maroon 5 etc. etc. Indie music at the best! Wicked! RUBY MAE: What a vocalist! Simple as that! Control and ability beyond belief, right tunes, right look, right everything. Destiny - greatness. HARRY HOLMES: Ed Sheeran, eat your heart out! This guy is better: voice and guitar-ability. Beyond belief! Outstanding. WE HAVE SEVERAL MORE, NEW AND EXCITING ACTS BLITZING YOUR WAY IN 2015! Established and exclusively from Supreme still comes Sarah Dee, Mick Taylor, Kath Morris, Jenni Stevens, Henna Jackson, James Garner, Jane George, Dani Rodgers, El Diva, The Grifterz etc. etc. IF YOU WANT THE BEST, MAKE IT SUPREME! Contact Martin on (01782) 863678 or 07877-721991, or email: martinsupreme@hotmail.co.uk
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Ask for Tony Heath Monkey Puzzle to provide entertainment FESTIVE fun will be in abundance during a Christmas Party and Dinnering at Baddeley Green WMC on Friday,
December 19th. A three-course, Yuletide meal will be served from 7.30pm, and the evening's entertainment will be provided by brilliant and versatile band, Monkey Puzzle.
Tickets are priced at £16, and these are on sale behind the bar at the Leek New Road venue (which is not open during the daytime, Monday-Thursday), with further information available on (01782) 541246.
Goldenhill WMC We’re famous for our ‘Lounge Lizard’ Club Entertainment System
(it does everything from Race & Quiz Nights - Karaoke - Top TV Show Games and more) BINGO
for all full houses on Sat / Sun evening
HOT & COLD FOOD AVAILABLE FROM THE KITCHEN AT VERY REASONABLE PRICES LARGE CAR PARK
ALL Premier League Games on Every Week COME & WATCH THE MIGHTY POTTERS!!! Our large Concert Room is offered for private hire to all customers on Fridays nights (when available), and you can also relax in the club’s refurbished Lounge.
EXCELLENT INDOOR GAMES FACILITIES PLUS OUR OWN BOWLING GREEN
Our Top-Flight live entertainment for Saturday & Sunday nights DECEMBER WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
Fri 5th - ABA Boxing pay on the door Sat 6th - Gary Wells Sun 7th - Trev Moray Sat 13th - Little Miss Motown Sun 14th - Dennie Dee Sat 20th - Tide of Sound Sun 21st - Kim XMAS EVE - Vintage Trouble BOXING DAY 2pm Jamie Ashton Anyone wishing to audition for us we are holding the next one at. You can be an established act or just getting started. We'd love to meet you.
Anyone wishing to audition for us we are holding the next one at. You can be an established act or just getting started. We'd love to meet you.
Meir And Longton Royal British Legion 197 Meir road Stoke on Trent Staffs ST3 7JF
Meir And Longton Royal British Legion 197 Meir road Stoke on Trent Staffs ST3 7JF Friday 25th January - 8pm
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Sat 27th - Aimee Sun 28th - Spencer King NEW YEAR'S EVE - Shannon
A GREAT CHOICE OF DRINKS FROM LWC
Pay All Out - All players get FREE open the box ticket
PLUS HAND-PULLED REAL ALES
Every Thursday Night Sequence Dancing/BINGO
Every Wednesday BINGO NIGHT
Kidsgrove Road, Goldenhill, Stoke-on-Trent. Tel: (01782) 782748 sales: 01782 461711
XMAS EVE MEMBERS ONLY IN CONCERT ROOM TILL 8PM
BOXING NIGHT - DISCO, BINGO and PRIZES, FUN NIGHT
Friday 25th January - 8pm
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Sat 6th ......... Dance Nation Sat 13th ....... Charity Night Blues Brothers all proceeds to DMH Sat 20th ....... Reggae on the Rocks Xmas Eve .... Prophecy OPEN XMAS LUNCH ONLY Boxing Day... Tide of Sound Sat 27th........ Last Stand New Years Eve. Brotherhood
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Xmas Eve - New Legends
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DECEMBER
DECEMBER Sat 6th - Terry Jay Sat 13th - Dani Rodgers
DECEMBER Sat 12th S-O-T Male Voice Choir
tickets £5 from the club Xmas Eve Trev Moray New Years Eve Jeff Tracy
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Sat 20th - ENRICO Xmas Eve - FAMILY
AFFAIR Boxing Day - NATHAN TURNER Sat 27th - AMY New Years Eve - DEVOTION TELEPHONE:
DECEMBER ENTERTAINMENT
Fri 5th the ivy league + man maid tickets £8 from club Sat 6th THREE'S COMPANY Fri 12th the beatles tribute tickets £10 from club Sat 13th FAMILY AFFAIR Sat 20th GOT THE T SHIRT Xmas Eve RARE FUSION Sat 27th KRIS New Years Eve BANZ members £5 non members £10 available from club
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DECEMBER Sat 6th Private Party Sun 7th Stevo's Karaoke Sat 13th Members Party sold out Sun 14th Kelly Marie Sat 20th **Be Dazzled** Sun 21st **Leigh Anthony** Xmas Eve **RANDY** Boxing Day **ALISONS SHOW** Sat 27th TBC Sun 28th Olivia McIntyre New Years Eve TIDE OF SOUND
FOR NEW ACTS TO Sat 6th - Little Miss Motown WE ARE LOOKING JOIN OUR TEAM Sun 7th - Terry Jay Anyone wishing to audition for us we are holding the next one at. You can be an established act or just getting Sat 13th - Aimee started. We'd love to meet you. Sun 14th Tyler Brown Meir And Longton Royal British Legion Meir And Longton Royal British Legion 197 Meir road 197 Meir road Sat 20th - John McLaren Stoke on Trent Stoke on Trent Staffs Staffs Sun 21st Leandra ST3 7JF ST3 7JF WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
Anyone wishing to audition for us we are holding the next one at. You can be an established act or just getting started. We'd love to meet you.
Xmas Eve - Jonny Deaville Boxing Day - Sarah Jay Sat 27th - Kim Sun 28th - Wayne Robberts New Years Eve - Liza
Friday 25th January - 8pm
Friday 25th January - 8pm
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
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DECEMBER
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COBRIDGE CORONATION CLUB So much on offer at this (very much OPEN) City venue!! IN spite of consistent (and totally false) rumours that this famous, Stoke-on-Trent venue is closed, Cobridge Coronation Club is very much open, alive and kicking - as its entertainment-listings for the month of December show most emphatically! In addition to its regular, weekend sessions, the Mulgrave Street club is laying on a host of special attractions for 2014's festive season, including Country & Western with Steve Hanks on Christmas Eve, Soul & Motown on Boxing Night and that great favourite, Trevor Morrey, on New Year's Eve. AS AN ADDED BONUS, PERENNIALLYPOPULAR KARAOKE CAN BE ENJOYED IN THE BAR FROM 1PM TO 6PM ON NEW YEAR'S DAY! However, Cobridge Coronation Club has lots more to offer its members and their bona fide guests. "As part of our yearly entertainmentprogramme, we are putting on big Show Nights every three months, and these are also complemented by regular, local boxing tournaments," said long-serving Club Secretary, Freda Brookes, who has held the
post since 1999. The club's next Show Night is to be held on Friday. January 30th, when the entertainment will be provided by Terry Jay and Friends (Richard Comfort, Ronnie King and J C Rayne). Additional, popular attractions at Cobridge Coronation are the Friday night amateur boxing events staged here, with the next, three meetings taking place on November 28th and February 20th and April 3rd, 2015.
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"The nights consist of twelve bouts (arranged by age and weight), featuring boxers, aged from youngsters to adults (juniors to seniors), and are organised by Stoke (Staffs.) Gym, which is part of Hanley YMCA, where they train," explained Bar Manager, Andrea Johnston. "Portland Residents' Association holds its regular meetings here, too," added Andrea, who took on the vital role six months ago.
The club is a regular fund-raiser for charitable causes, and, on Saturday, November 8th, a cheque for the impressive amount of £2,500 (thanks to Every Saturday night is the best of Country & Western popular Country & Class acts not to be missed • All line dancers welcome Western musicians, The Drovers) was presented WE ARE NOT CLOSED representatives of & WE'RE NOT GOING TO CLOSE!! to the Heart Wards at the University Hospital of DECEMBER A warm friendly welcome awaits you at
COBRIDGE
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Located a short drive from both Hanley and Burslem town centres, Cobridge Coronation Club boasts a Concert Room, which holds 250 people, and a Lounge (accommodating about 60 guests), which is the venue for Weddings and all kinds of parties (including Birthdays, Retirements, Presentations, Anniversaries and Funerals). Needless, to say, members and their guests can enjoy a excellent range of very reasonably-priced drinks, including Carling Lager (£2.95), Worthington Creamflow, Strongbow cider (both £2.85) and Gray's Dark Mild (just £2.70). The Bar offers a 'doubles bar' on house spirits (bacardi, whisky and vodka), priced at only £2.35 for 50ml, and more expensive spirits, like brandy and Smirnoff, cost just £2.25 for 25ml 'shots'. Also featured in the Bar are a large-screen TV and a pool-table.
FRI 5TH - ROCK & ROLL FRI 12TH - SOUL & MOTOWN SAT 13TH - COUNTRY & WESTERN-JOHNNY HOLLAND FRI 19TH - CHRISTMAS ROCK & ROLL XMAS EVE - COUNTRY & WESTERN STEVE HANKS XMAS DAY - BAR OPEN DINNER TIME BOXING DAY - SOUL & MOTOWN NEW YEAR EVE - TREVOR MORREY NEW YEAR DAY - KARAOKE IN BAR 1PM-6PM Bingo every Friday & Sunday night in Lounge Wednesday Afternoon Social Afternoon LARGE Screen TV in Bar Soul & Motown Sessions (ring for details) 75/85 Mulgrave Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
Tel: 01782 214093
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POPULAR Bar Manager, Andrea Johnston. sales: 01782 461711
'CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT' AT ST. JAMES'S OWING to popular demand, acclaimed, local choral group, the Barbara Walton Singers, is presenting two (rather than the usual one) spectacular evenings of carols and readings in a candlelit church in December. 'Christmas by Candlelight' takes place at St. James the Less Church, on Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, on Wednesday, December 17th, AND Saturday, December 20th, commencing at 8pm.
The conductor for both evenings will be the Singers' Artistic Director, David Burrowes, and Michael Lambert the organist. The church is warm and comfortable, with access for wheelchair-users and secure parking located close-by. Tickets, priced at £8 (reserved), £6 (unreserved) and £2 (young students), are available on (01889) 502377; from A Major Music Supplies, 45, Bridge Street, Newcastleunder-Lyme, Tel: (01782) 634634. You can also book online on www.barbarawalton-singers.org.uk or via email: bookings@barbara-walton-singers.org.uk or at the door on the night.
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Christmas in Longton & Fenton Christmas Lights Switch-On ceremonies in neighbouring towns FESTIVE fun and good cheer will be in plentiful supply on Friday, November 28th, when Longton's Christmas Lights Switch-On takes place!
collecting any donated toys. Meanwhile, Fenton Christmas Lights Switch-On (organised by Fenton Community Association) is scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, on the City Road Car-Park, between 1pm and 2pm.
The event takes place in the town's Times Square, adjacent to Longton Town Hall, at 6.30pm.
However, further festive attractions are lined up, including a visit by the Santa Claus Roadshow to Longton Library (within the Sutherland Institute, on Lightwood Road) on Monday, December 8th, between 11am and 12 noon.
Santa's fabulous Grotto will be open in Longton Indoor Market on Saturdays, December 6th, 13th and 20th, with admission costing just £1.50 (including a gift).
Yes, the fabulous Zoolab returns to Stoke-on-Trent libraries to introduce everyone to all the animals which Santa Claus spots on his journey around the world on Christmas Eve.
The Salvation Army Toy Appeal is currently running at Longton Market; so, if you can spare a new present for disadvantaged children this Yuletide, please pop into the 'Sally Ann's stall before Saturday, December 13th.
Numbers are limited, so readers are urged to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Needless to say, the Salvation Army Band will be in the Market on December 13th, playing Christmas carois and
Reasons to be cheerful? The views of a Longton trader..... COULD shopping in Longton be a better experience? Indeed, a persistent complaint from numerous businesses in the town comes in the form of a simple question: 'Why HAS Longton been neglected?'! They point out that, while Stoke-on-Trent City
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The show is suitable for pre-school children (under five years-of-age), all of whom must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Council contantly states that its intention is to attract shoppers INTO the town centre, it (equally consistently) grants planning permission to national and international chainstores, such as Tesco, Argos, Curry's, P C World, Car Phone Warehouse and Toy Store, which, invariably, build AWAY from the heart of Longton. Commented the proprietor of a well-established business in the town: "All that happens is that people use these megastores' car-parks; shop at them - and, then, disappear, meaning that the town centre's shopkeepers have
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benefited in no way! "Shoppers can park FREE-OF-CHARGE at these massive, out-of-town stores, whereas they are charged to do so in the town centre, resulting in a lot of long-established businesses disappearing (the latest being that famous name, William Williamson Ltd., of The Strand). "There used to be a real community spirit here, but this has now gone, and it is a real struggle for survival for those of who remain. "We try our best to point out what is wrong with Longton, and make suggestions to alter the town's decline.
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anything to attract business to the town centre, with the result that there are many empty retail units throughout Longton Precinct and shops on the main thoroughfares. "The irony is that there is wide diversity of excellent businesses here; shops where you can get a good deal, ones which can beat the big stores on price, if only people are prepared to make the effort to discover them. "Then, these small businesses might be in a position to be able to expand, thanks to greater buying-power, and, thus, give shoppers an even better deal. "As an additional bonus, smaller businesses have people with personalties, and, moreover, they know what they're talking about, so they can give shoppers genuinely helpful advice (unlike big stores!), plus REAL, personal service, something that they cannot benefit from in the multiples." The local business owner strongly expressed the opinion that the local authority should have built shops around the new bus station, the Longton business owner, presenting potential consumers with shopping possibilities without having to walk any great distance (a major boon these days, when the vast majority of people have no intention of over-exerting themselves!). Free parking-bays should, he said, be installed in the town centre to encourage people to enter the heart of Longton and explore its shopping possibilities.
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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
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SEASON’S GREETINGS TO ALL
Newcastle at Christmas Don't over-indulge your pet this Christmas!!
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Seasons Greetings From Christine, Judie and Beth EACH year, mega-millions of pounds
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(Indeed, it is important to understand that, generally speaking, the higher the cocoa-content, the more toxic the chocolate).
Hyperactivity, increased bodytemperature, heightened bloodpressure and escalated heart-rate can also occur (as, in extreme cases, can tremors and convulsions!). GRAPES, RAISINS, CURRANTS AND SULTANAS are also now known to be toxic to dogs, so beware of your canine chum 'wolfing' down the leftover Christmas pudding or Christmas cake! In fact, they can all cause kidney-failure in dogs (and, possibly, cats); however, the toxic mechanism is unknown. Vomiting and diarrhoea are the initial signs which, then, progress to renal failure in a period of 24-to-72 hours. Again, treatment is supportive, with intravenous fluids to protect the kidneys. WATCH OUT FOR THINGS LIKE CHRISTMAS CAKE/PUDDING AND MINCE PIES!
The poisonous component of chocolate is called theobromine (a compound similar to caffeine). The amount of theobromine varies in different types of chocolate products; the content in white chocolate is fairly low, while milk chocolate has a moderate amount, and the content in dark (or pure) chocolate or cocoa powder is relatively high. Thus, the toxicity of chocolate depends on what type Thinking of your pets? Think of The Croft depends on 1 Hempstalls Lane, what type, • Friendly Caring and Newcastle under Lyme how much is Professional Staff Staffordshire ST5 0SN • RCVS Accredited Practice ingested and • Comprehensive Diagnostics and the size of your Surgical Equipment including Dog Trust FREE dog.
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Newcastle at Christmas Town is now a 'Winter Wonderland' for twelve hours EACH DAY!! THE town of Newcastle-under-Lyme has become a 'Winter Wonderland' this year! This fantastic experience features a 30-metre-by-20metre ice-rink, a large funfair and a German-style market, and runs daily, from 10am to 10pm, until Monday, January 5th, 2015 (closing only for Christmas Day and New Year's Day), appearing on the former Sainsbury's site, on Ryecroft (on the outskirts of the town centre) . A stage, complemented by entertainment, is also being offered. 'Winter Wonderland' was launched on Sunday, November 16th, following a weekend of festive activity, including appearances from 'Peppa Pig'; seasonal music in the
in the Christmas Lights Switch-On. As an added bonus, there's free car-parking on all Borough Council car-parks (including Midway/ Roebuck Centre and Goose Street) and on-street charging zones after 3pm, until Christmas Day! AND THERE'S MORE! On Saturday, December 13th, the second annual Christmas Lantern Parade will take place in Newcastle at 5pm. The event will see hand-crafted lanterns - made at workshops in the town and at Keele University - paraded through the town centre, accompanied by music. This will be a beautiful spectacle to behold - and get you in the mood for Christmas 2014!
Guildhall square; and an impressive specialist market, with crafts, gifts, food (and the all-important mulled wine), culminating
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Sam Plank, and the evening's attractions included a fun fair, children's entertainer, school choirs, 400 mince pies (donated by Wright's Pies) and 'special guests', Mickey and Minnie Mouse, plus, naturally, the alwaysimpressive Christmas tree.
MORE than 3,000 people crammed into Tunstall's Tower Square on Friday, November 14th, At neighbouring Burslem ('The for the town's Christmas Lights Mother Town of the Potteries'), Switch-On ceremony. the Christmas Lights Switch-On Pulling the all-important takes place in Market Place this switch was Verity Hilton, widow Friday, November 28th, between of popular radio presenter, 6.30pm and 7.30pm.
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Burslem & Tunstall At Christmas Time Following that, Victoria Institute, on The Boulevard) on Wednesday, December 3rd, between 11am and 2014's Christmas Carols event can 12 noon. be enjoyed around Yes, the fabulous Zoolab returns to Stoke-on- the Bandstand in Trent libraries to introduce everyone to all Tunstall Park on the animals which Santa Claus spots on his Sunday, December journey around the world on Christmas Eve. 7th, starting at 12 'Doing the honours' will be Kevin Oakes, Chief noon. Numbers are limited, so readers are urged to Executive Officer of Steelite, and four-yearsarrive early to avoid disappointment. TUNSTALL'S famous Stone Brass Band old Frankie Allen, who was diagnosed with clock-tower. will be providing the leukaemia last year, and was the guest-ofThe show is suitable for pre-school children honour at 2013's occasion. (under five years-of-age), all of whom must be music, and mulled wine and mince pies will be available for a accompanied by a parent or carer. However, further festive attractions are donation towards the restoration of the parklined up, including a visit by the Santa Claus For further details, telephone (01782) 238471 gate. Roadshow to Tunstall Library (within the or email: tunstall.library@stoke.gov.uk Towns Radio, the event will feature free food for children, Santa Claus (accompanied by reindeer; his trusty Elf [called, naturally, 'Alf '] and fairies, who will be arriving in an opentop limousine [weather permitting]), stalls, playground-rides, magician, face-painting and Robbie Williams tribute act, Chris Campbell.
Suzanne offers a friendly, professional service ACCORDING to French military genius, Napoleon Bonaparte, an army marches on its stomach; however, the rest of us have to use our feet! The onset of Winter 2014/15 (with all the problems, such as frostbite and chilblains this season of the year brings) should persuade readers to consider more than ever the state of your feet. If you are encountering problems in these vital extremities of your body, it is essential to consult a podiatrist (also known as chiropodist), in order to prevent or correct deformity and maintain normal mobility and function. Appositely-named Active Footcare opened in Smallthorne, Stoke-on-Trent, in June of this year, and, here, state- and HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council)-registered podiatrist/chiropodist, Suzanne H. Wood (Bsc Hons, SRCh, MCHs), offers a friendly, professional service to the clinic's patients. Using her experience and expertise, Suzanne deals with all aspects of podiatry/chiropody, including biomechanics, orthotics and nail surgery, and also offers home-visits.
is able to identify any medical or surgical condition which she considers may require further referral and management. The Smallthorne clinic is now offering annual, diabetic foot health assessments, including a copy of the report for your GP, a patient advice brochure and a free heel balm sample. ALSO AVAILABLE FROM ACTIVE FOOTCARE ARE GIFT VOUCHERS - IDEAL
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'Christmas with the Rat Pack' at Hanley's Victoria Hall allows you to experience (with the assistance of the fabulous Burrelli Sisters and The Rat Pack Band) Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jnr. and Dean Martin performing at the 7.30pm, and tickets are available famous Sands Hotel. on 0844 871 7649 or online at The show can be enjoyed on www.atgtickets.com/stoke Saturday, December 13th, at Season Greetings THE WHEEL
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Enjoy his famous 'Happiness Show' at Hanley's Victoria Hall, where you'll be absolutely discumknockerated (that's Knotty Ash for 'over the moon') by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs presented by a comedy genius. The show can be enjoyed on Saturday, December 20th,
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MON AND TUES 7PM - 11 WED AND THUR 5 - 11PM FRIDAY 5 - 12 AM SAT 2PM -12 SUN 12 - 11 PM OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY 12 -3 PM
AND THROUGHOUT XMAS AND NEW YEAR
High Street, Harriseahead, ST7 4JT
SEASON’S GREETINGS TO ALL
Tel: 01782 513362
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Betley Village Store
Karen Lloyd & Lucas wish all their customers a Happy Christmas & New Year For all your groceries offering Post Office services We also sell wines, spirits, cigarettes, newspapers We also offer free cash withdrawals, on most major cards, from the post office. Dry cleaning and laundry service now available For all your Chrismas Cards & Wrapping NOW AVAILABLE
MAIN ROAD, BETLEY Tel: 01270 820544
Whitehurst Windows Ltd Wishing All Our Customers A Very Merry Christmas
HIGH SECURITY uPVC CONSERVATORIES, WINDOWS AND DOORS • FASCIAS • SOFFITS • GUTTERING
Tel: 01782 513336 Reg No 23342 Mobile: 07976 719405
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(Engineering) Merry Christmas to all our customers STEEL FABRICATION • SHEET METAL WORK • KITCHEN HOODS • SMOKE EXTRACTION • EXTRACT FANS • FIRE ESCAPES • STRUCTURAL STEELWORK • KILN EXTRACT SPECIALIST
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TEL/FAX: (01782) 219995
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Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon
Thanking all my clients for all their support over the last 12 months and wishing all a Happy Christmas and looking forward to a New Year
Call Christine to book your appointment
01782 836781
23 Moorland Road, Burslem * WE NOW HAVE THE FACILITY FOR FIRST CLASS ACCIDENT, INSURANCE & BODY REPAIR WORK *
PTJ Joinery Services Bespoke Joinery Solutions
01782 512293 www.ptjjoineryservices.co.uk info@ptjjoineryservices.co.uk
J. DARLOWS
CUTS / COLOURS ETC SPECIAL OCCASIONS CATERED FOR 55 CHEADLE ROAD CHEDDLETON, STAFFS
01538 361225
AVALON BLINDS
Quality Fishing Tackle Open 7 days a week
100’s of top quality fabrics Made-to-measure Blinds, Rollers, Venetian, Vertical etc.
7 quality vertical blinds from £195
Conservatory Specialists Child Safety Options Available Credit/Debit Cards Accepted
call 01782 824223
TACKLE & BAIT
PET FOOD
Frank Fenton & Sons
BUTCHERS
Weekdays from 7am, weekends from 6am Debit & Credit Cards Accepted 164 Ford Green Road, Smallthorne, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 1NJ
01782 860068
Carbutt’s Turf Ltd
Merry Christmas to all our customers
TUNSTALL MARKET Stalls 54 & 55 12-14 LIVERPOOL ROAD, STOKE
Tel: 01782 844743
Growers and Suppliers of Quality Turf
especially for you, wedding cakes, birthday, novelty, christening cakes. All made to order, cakes to suit all occasions. we can arrange delivery to any venue.
Established 32 Years
GARY CARBUTT TEL: 01260 281404 Mobile: 07836 343496
Perwitt Hall Farm Cottage, Back Lane, Brereton, Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 1RL
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C & M Designs
25 high street , biddulph T: 01782 510222
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PLANNING & BUILDING CONSULTANTS DRAWING AND LOCAL AUTHORITY SUBMISSIONS COMMERCIAL AND DOMESTIC BUILDINGS AND EXTENSIONS
FREE CONSULTATIONS 7 WILFRED PLACE HARTSHILL STOKE-ON-TRENT
TELEPHONE: 01782 612490
Chartered Certified Accountants
75 The Boulevard, Tunstall, SOT
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WILLIAMS & JAMES MOT’s, Service & Repairs, Air Conditioning, Diagnostics, Laser Tracking
ALL HAIRDRESSING
ACME DENTAL LABORATORY LTD
Est. over 50 years
ACME RAPID DENTAL REPAIRS & SERVICES
Emergency repairs a speciality Specialists in chrome - cobalt Porcelain ceramic & mouth guards Every kind of dental work undertaken NEW DENTISTS WELCOME Season Greetings
TEL: (01782) 817621 FAX: 01782 824142
136 WATERLOO ROAD, BURSLEM
BRASSINGTON TERRACE, DEN LANE, WRINEHILL, CHESHIRE
Telephone Ruth (01270) 820848 FUNDING NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2 YEAR OLDS
Season Greetings
ROOSTERS
DAY NURSERY
0-After School Care Holiday Club Mon-Fri 7.30am-6pm
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INTRODUCING BRAND INTERIORS NEW to Brand Interiors? Well, let us tell you a bit more about who we are and what we do. If you have designer furniture and interior accessories but find the prices are a little bit out of reach, we bring them that bit closer. Specialising in discount designer homewares and furniture, at Brand Interiors you'll find a huge of products from some of the UK's biggest brands at up to half the usual retail-price - so you get the same high-end quality at a fraction of the high-street price. Shop your way One of the biggest draws for Brand Interiors customers is the simplicity
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leading discount designer furniture specialists. Our products portfolio has increased significantly, so, today, we source first-class furnishings from a diverse range of designs and bring them direct to Brand Interiors customers.
What's more, Brand Interiors also has eight physical stores across the UK. Here, you'll find designer furniture experts, helpful advice and more quality furniture and furnishings than you could imagine.
Spoilt for choice
In store, you'll also enjoy regular, great-value sales and in-store specials no bargain-hunter could resist! Designs for life Established in 2008, Brand Interiors has grown from a modest team of four to be one of the UK's
The beauty of Brand Interiors is that you can furnish your home from top to bottom with the wide choice of products on offer. Browse everything from stunning bedroom furniture, quality soft furnishings and children's homewares to designer crockery and solid oak furniture. Discover designer products, without the designer price-tag - online or in-store.
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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
Every guarantee honoured over 46 years!
Cheshire, but also throughout the North-West.
When the business first opened its doors 46 years ago, it comprised just one man and a single van; however, it has (deservedly) expanded to the point where it is, now, one of the busiest glazing companies in the town, serving clients not only in
by FENSA [the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme]).
As a double-bonus for readers, Congleton Glass sells the very best in windows and doors from such FOR more than 40 years, Congleton Glass has taken top-rated brands in the industry as KAT, Nova and great pride in adhering to its original ethos of good Rockdoor, but offers them at eminently-affordable service, premier quality and excellent workmanship. prices. Since the family business was established in 1968, The Royle Street business, then, complements it has acquired a nonpareil reputation for providing this by installing all products to correct its customers with the highest-quality windows and standards, adhering to strict guidelines on doors. energy-efficiency and ventilation (as set out
Wishing all our customers a Merry Christmas
All of the company's PVCu products come with a redoubtable, 10-year warranty. Additionally, Congleton Glass features a pleasinglydiverse range of miscellaneous services, including the supply of materials, broken-window-repairs and cut-glass and plastics.
New Roofs Roof Repairs Re-Roofs This insistence upon first-class products AND CHIMNEY/LEADWORK, service has, necessarily, meant that it has POINTING, GUTTERING AND UPVC outlasted numerous, other companies unable FASCIA, SCAFFOLDING to match its sheer skill and invaluable, decades-long experience, which has DISCOUNT FOR OAPs WITH THIS ADVERT FOR A FREE ESTIMATE • Family run business for 45 years allowed it to identify the kind of YOUR LOCAL uPVC WINDOW, DOOR Tel: 01782 504344 / 07941 779009 quality and value that will enhance & CONSERVATORY SPECIALISTS 21 Fairfield Avenue, Brown Edge, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8SA and protect a client's property. NEW SETTANTA 8000 SERIES Quite simply, customers may locate • A+ rated cheaper products on the market, but these lack the service, support and • Energy saving recommended longevity which Congleton Glass offers.
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RoyleStreet,Congleton,Cheshire,CW121HR www.congletonglass.co.uk
John Cooper
Plumbing & Heating
• Latest thermal insert reinforcing • Secured by Design
Tel 01260 274505
Email: congletonglass@btconnect.com
Pay a visit to Congleton Glass (located by the River Dane, close to the very heart of the town centre) and you will discover that its stock represents the very latest in window-technology, while its doors provide security, longevity and style.
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!”
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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! DECEMBER 2014 | 27
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THE truth is that it won't cost you a fortune to turn your house into a supremely attractive home! Indeed, it costs no money whatsoever to rearrange the • Fencing supplied & fitted furniture, but this • Concrete or wooden posts simple, domestic act • Gates made to measure can make a world • Concrete garden ornaments of difference - as INSURANCE WORK long as it is done FULLY GUARANTEED thoughtfully. Tel 01782 501560 The key to success is or 07944 550337 mobile Find us at Bridgewood Street Longton (off Uttoxeter Road) thinking about how you use each piece of Email: rwfencing@googlemail.com furniture (whether ASTLE EPLACEMENT INDOWS it's a small table which is used merely to display your carQUALITY UPVC WINDOWS keys, or a large sofa that is a favourite DOORS AND CONSERVATORIES spot, upon which to 10 YEAR INSURANCE BACKED GUARANTEE watch television), and ensuring that it is fulfilling its EL purpose. OBILE O But it is important not to feel inhibited about 'your space'; try mixing old and new pieces, or experimenting with striking aesthetics alongside more Windows • Doors • Conservatories simple, muted 25 Imogen Close,Fenton,S-o-T,ST4 3QY features. Tel: 01782 321036 Lighting forms the Mobile: 07979 313692 'bones' of a room, Reg No 16210 and insufficient attention is paid to it. It can bring out different colours and textures, and can be used to create different zones within a single space, catering for particular moods and functions (think about floor- and table-lamps or pendant lights).
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workmanship and great value for both installation of, and repairs to, garage doors, meeting and FOR the retail of, or expert repairs exceeding all your expectations. to, garage doors in Stoke-onTrent, nobody does it better than The well-established company boasts an extensive range of this family-run business! garage doors ready for supply and fitting, and can also help with the L T Garage Doors is a highly installation of fire doors for any reputable garage door supplier property. and fitter, providing complete and comprehensive coverage Priding itself on delivering the throughout the whole of best products for the best value, Staffordshire. L T Garage Doors features its own showroom (located at 1887, Leek This business really does Road, Milton), which enables offer outstanding quality readers to look and try, before purchasing. 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.
Merry Christmas to all our clients
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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
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3 Bosley Grove, Goldenhill, S-O-T ST6 5NS
01782 868668 • 07771 735146
TRENT GLASS AND GLAZING A reliable and well established service covering your entire garden needs at competitive prices
• Clear out • Garden maintenance • Hedge and tree cutting • Hard/soft landscaping • Fencing and decking • Free quotations and advice
Tel: 01782 545544 / 07733 378117
WIND OWS MISTING UP? DOUBLE GLAZED UNITS REP LACED
Locks, handles, hinges Free measuring/quotations
SPECIAL OAP DISCOUNTS Also UPVC windows, doors and conservatories Top quality, lowest prices
Tel: 01782 658932
30yrs exp. 7 days 7am-10pm
Reg No 30903
Season Greetings
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CHRISTMAS MOTORING DON'T LET CAR-THIEVES RUIN YOUR CHRISTMAS! WHEN you're ultra-hectic and busy, carrying out your obligatory Christmas shopping, it is very easy to forget about crime-invention. That is exactly when motorists can fall prey to individuals who look for opportunities, such as valuables, on display. Here are just a few, obvious words of helpful advice:* Always lock your vehicle, closing all windows, doors and the sun-
* Keep car-keys out-of-sight at home (away from windows, doors and letter-boxes).
roof (assuming you have one); * Park in well-lit areas and keep it in a garage overnight, if possible; * Remove all valuables, including mobile 'phones, 'satnavs' and cradles, laptops, bags, coins and tools, and always clean off any 'satnav' sticker-marks on windscreens; * Never leave a vehicle with keys in it unattanded;
services," said Lee, who worked his way up in the trade, eventually running a garage, located near Longnor, before he relaunched Field Street Auto Services as a properly functioning garage two months ago.
Friendly & approachable expertise at Lee's new business 'THE Customer is King' sums up the approach which sole owner, Lee Cocker, brings to his newly-launched business!
Saxon Tyres Ltd ALL PURPOSE ALL MAKES SUPPLIED Winter Checks, Laser Tracking Snow Tyres Tel: 01782 514226 Mobile: 07968 716444 dvdlovattt@yahoo.co.uk Wharf Road, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent
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
Wishing all our customers a Merry Christmas
Located at the heart of Leek, Field Street Auto Services offers a friendly and approachable facility for owners of all makes and models of vehicles. Sited (as its name suggests) on Field Street, which links Strangman Street to High Street and just a short walk from Leek town centre, the garage majors in ALL aspects of motor vehicle repairs and maintenance. However, Lee is just as concerned to foster excellent customer-relations at his business, as he is committed to providing motorists with premier-quality workmanship.
Offering generously-long opening-hours to suit motorists' varying work-schedules and availability (8.30am-6.30pm, Monday-Friday, and 9am-3pm, Saturday), Field Street Auto Services can be be contacted on (01538) 387629 or via email: fieldstreetautoservices@live.com Additionally, you can search for Lee's business on Facebook.
Indeed, Lee's aim is to keep his customers fully informed about their vehicles, in order to avoid any unexpected bills. "I want to work with motorists, so that the garage provide the most sensible and cost-effective way of keeping you on the road," explained Lee, 33, who enjoys a working-lifetime's experience of the garage industry, having started Saturday work at a garage in Buxton at the age of 15. The Field Street business's services include (but are, crucially, not limited to) MoT-preparation and repairs, servicing, exhausts, clutches, timing-belts, diagnostics, modifications and alterations. "We can also arrange performance and economy ECU remapping, EGR delete and DPF removal
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"In spite of the garage's central location, parking isn't a problem here, and readers can pay me a visit at their leisure, have a chat and discuss their requirements."
Seasons Greetings For Customers Old and New We are located on Field st, Leek which is the joining road between Strangeman st & High st. We carry out all aspects of motor vehicle repairs on all makes and models Our services include MOT preperation, MOT repairs, servicing, exhausts, clutches, timing belts, diagnostics, modifications & alterations. We also arrange performance & economy ECU remapping. Field Street, Leek, Staffordshire ST13 5DY
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CHRISTMAS MOTORING PHOENIX AUTOS
CARCRAFT TEST CENTRE
MOTs £25.00 Free Retest Brakes Servicing & Repairs Exhausts Cars & Light Commercial Vehicles No job too large or small
Clutches Welding Diagnostics
Highest quality of products & services on the market today. Specialists in car servicing and class 4, 5 & 7 M.O.T. testing, clutch, diagnostic, 4 wheel alignment, air conditioning, recovery, tyres and any general car work, all at prices you can afford. please call us on
01782 269542
or visit www.carcrafttestcentre.co.uk 88-90 Cannon Place, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. ST1 4QA.
Wishing Wishing all all our our customers customers aa Merry Merry Christmas Christmas
JUBILEE MOT CENTRE • General servicing • Repairs • Bodywork • Diesel & Catalytic • Petrol • Full MOT Facilities • Open 6 days a week 01260 273580
Moreton Level, Astbury, nr. Congleton
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Servicing - Repairs - Welding Any Make - Any Model Car or Van
Diagnostic Work - Courtesy Car Available
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FUNERAL SERVICES Offering Quality & Care Which You Can Trust THE service which this family-run business provides is designed to be affordable and reliable at all times. Whether readers are looking for a headstone or cremation memorial, JBM Memorials is able to give you the information which you need to purchase a lasting tribute to the memory of a loved one, thanks to the sensitive approach shown by its friendly staff. JBM Memorials ensures that it can offer quality craftsmanship by employing a small, close-knit team of experienced masons. Cemetery and churchyard authorities almost always have regulations regarding the types of memorials which they will allow. These regulations vary from place to place and, therefore, need to be checked before any choice is made. In addition, certain varieties of stone may be more appropriate in some places than in others, not only for their appearance, but also because of the effect of weather or local conditions. There are several, different factors to be taken into consideration, when choosing a memorial: stone-type; selection of stone-shape and ornamentation; and selection of size and lettering-finish. A reputable memorial mason will advise you on all of these matters. It is, of course, possible to choose a design from a mason's brochure or display; however, if you would prefer something more individual, a reputable memorial mason will be only-toopleased to design it for you. The staff at JBM Memorials are committed to making your choice of memorial as easy and stress-free as possible, and home-visits are available, on request, for people's convenience. They do this by providing the general public with high-quality stone masonry; offering an outstanding level of traditional, hand-carved craftsmanship; and have many headstone memorials on show in the workshop. All types of monumental and stonework are undertaken, wonderfully complemented by cleaning and restoration work and second inscriptions. Using granite, slate, marble, limestone and York stone, the business's range of products also includes pet memorials, crematorium plaques and stone renovation work. Supplying everything from gravestones to individual design memorials, JBM Memorials has two shop-outlets with a showroom and workshop.
Tel: 01782 744 633 Mob: 07836 765 350 Fenpark Road Garage, Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 3JU
YOUR LOCAL ACCIDENT REPAIR SPECIALISTS
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91 Haywood Street,
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Leek, Staffs ST13 5JH
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Then remove those frustrations and let us do the cleaning/ironing for you Same regular cleaner/ironer Regular weekly visits just £9.50p per hour (min 2 hours) Fortnightly visits £10.50p per hour (min 2 hours) Cleaning will be tailored to your needs Whole house cleaned or just specific areas - choice is yours No long term contract to be tied into.
Tel: 01782 823460 Email: info@got2clean.co.uk Web: www.got2clean.co.uk 8 Hatherton Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5GL A HOME THAT REALLY CARES RESIDENTS at this care home are assured of only the highest standards of residential care services, offered within a warm and homely environment. Indeed, it is the mission statement of the management and staff of Spratslade House (a splendid, neo-Italianate mansion, dating from the mid-19th century) at Dresden, near Longton, to ensure that all needs are identified and addressed in a holistic manner on an individual basis. First and foremost, it is their aim to provide a friendly ambience, which each and every resident can regard as their own, personal 'home', where their requirements and wishes are paramount, to be honoured and respected at all times. Here, all residents are treated with respect (regardless of age, sex, race or religious belief), and it is a place, where, in comfort, safety and security, each guest is encouraged to be the same person which he or she has always been! Spratslade House is a 30-bed home which is registered for elderly residential care for both male and female residents over the age of 65 years.
Its 30 single rooms are fully furnished, but residents are encouraged to bring their own items of personal belongings (subject to them meeting safetyregulations). A wide range of activities is provided by the home's staff, and this programme is devised, following discussion with residents and relatives. Moreover, residents with any suggestions can discuss them with Care Manager, Janet Bentley (who has worked at Spratslade for an impressive 26 years), or one of the home's senior carers. The home offers breakfast, lunch and an evening meal, with snacks and drinks provided each day and night (a varied menu-cycle has been advised, via consultation with residents, to meet their dietary and nutritional needs). Additional facilities (including weekly hairdressing-visits; optical and dental services, and visits by a private chiropodist) are also available. Importantly, Pearlcare (Spratslade Ltd.) is consistently committed to its staff, and supports their personal development through training and career-progression, believing that this will allow the company to continue to focus upon developing standards of excellence in all of its homes. DECEMBER 2014 | 31
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