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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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Are you a Wise Owl or a Head-Burying Ostrich when it comes to that d-word? 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. 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. WHY BOTHER MAKING A WILL? MY FAMILY WILL GET EVERYTHING WHEN I DIE! WON'T THEY? 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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Exploring the Great American Songbook "MUSIC that's sharp, sassy and swinging". Featuring the Dave Newton Trio, the show, 'A Swinging Affair', at Newcastle's New Vic Theatre explores the Great American Songbook classics, such as 'Let's Call The Whole Thing Off', 'They All Laughed' and 'Can't We Be Friends?'. It stars Claire Martin OBE (described as "among the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet") and legendary saxophonist and "Godfather of Swing", Ray Gelato. The performance (on Monday, June 1st) commences at 7.30pm, and tickets (priced at £16, £19 and £20.50 [with concessions
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AN appeal for double knitting wool to be donated to its knitting group has been made by Age UK North Staffordshire. The knitters will be delighted to receive any donated wool which will be used to knit for a variety of charitable causes. The Stoke West End Village 'Knit and Chat' group meets between 10am and 12 noon on Wednesdays. Wool can be dropped off at the group; alternatively, readers can take it to the Age UK Office, in Trinity Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, between 9.30am to 2pm (Monday-Thursday). For details of the knitting and other groups, telephone Age UK on (01782) 200729.
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NURSERY TIME 2015 "A safe, stimulating environment for every child" "WE are really pleased we picked Trentham Pre-School; you do a wonderful job, but, most importantly, mt child loved to come." "My child has loved every day he has spent in your care, and thinks of you all as an extension of his family!" Just two of myriad, fulsome tributes from year-olds are currently available, with funding delighted parents to this charity-run pre-school, provided by the local authority. the mission-statement of which is "to provide a The pre-school employs ten members of staff, safe, stimulating environment for every child". nine of whom are are qualified to Level 3 in Founded over 35 years ago, Trentham Pre-School Early Years Childcare and Education. takes children from the age of just two to five Manager, Karen Gavin, has gained her Ordinary years, and its purpose-built premises include Degree, and three staff-members have now a garden, designed to incorporate all areas of completed their Foundation Degree in Early learning. Years, which puts the pre-school on target for As the pre-school is charity-run, it is supervised the Government's agenda of a teacher or Early by its parents' committee, meaning that ALL Years Professional in every setting by this year, money raised goes back into resources for the 2015. children's enjoyment. Trentham Pre-School is rated as 'Good' by Indeed, all parents of youngsters attending the Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, pre-school are invited to join this committee, Children's Services and Skills), which reported: which is, naturally, involved in ALL aspects of "A keyworker system provides a central figure how it is run. for each child, and effective procedures are in (Needless to say, committee membership plan to promote an exchange of information is an ideal way of being actively involved in with parents. child's early years "Children's self-esteem is education). raised, as staff-members offer Trentham Prethem ongoing praise, and show School follows interest in their ideas. the Early Years "Children are valued and Foundation Stage treated with equal concern, Curriculum, and and activities are adapted to activities are accommodate their needs." planned to help For further information, contact children make Karen Gavin on (01782) 642352. good progress towards the Early A FANTASTIC PLACE Learning Goals. TO START YOUR CHILD’S "We believe strongly in LEARNING JOURNEY learning through Trentham Pre School is a small dedicated pre-school that play, especially nurtures and values all children’s achievements in a happy for our younger secure environment. children, and We have been established for over 35 years and our building we ensure that has been purpose built to meet the needs of pre-school activities are children. carefully planned We offer morning, afternoon and full day sessions during to ensure that term time between the hours of 9:15am and 4:30pm they are fun and FREE funded places are available for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. stimulating," explains Manager, Karen Gavin. Places for two-, three- and four-
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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.
'HOME-FROM-HOME' NURSERIES EXCEL THE opening of Moorcroft Grange in September, 2014, was the latest stage in the admirable development of The Old Rectory Kindergarten, at Cobridge, in Stoke-on-Trent. The Old Rectory was, initially, launched in 2003, as a 'home-fromhome' nursery, and Moorcroft Grange continues this founding premise, further extending its working-links with the people of Cobridge.
"Our aim is to allow your child to gain understanding and knowledge by by learning through play," explains Ruth Morris, Officer-in- Earlier in 2014, Cobridge Community Charge. Centre (located on adjacent Bursley The children are nurtured in three groups, age- Road) had been purchased, and, dependent, and each group is looked after by as Moorcroft Grange, it has been a qualified team of caring staff, responding to refurbished, so that a number of its and fulfilling the needs of each child. rooms are available for use by local people as, for example, educational The nursery's secure, outdoor play-area provides its charges with an ideal opportunity classes (in Maths, English, Cookery etc., according to public request) and a for daily, physical development, and the coffee bar. garden offers both soft and hard play-areas, providing outdoor experiences (whatever the Basting 79 places for children, aged weather). up to eight years, Moorcroft Grange is the third nursery to be established, Ofsted-registered Roosters is a 'feeder' following the launch of Manor House, nursery for all, three schools in the area (Betley, Meadows and John Offley), offering Knutton, in Newcastle-under-Lyme a 'wraparound service' to, and from, them; Borough, which opened on Knutton additionally, it provides Afterschool care for High Street, in April, 2013. John Offley children, and on-site care for Betley "We wanted to expand into training and Meadows. and offering classes for parents, and we have the room to do that at Moorcroft Grange," said a spokesperson for The Old Rectory Kindergarten.
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"With the Government extending the free nursery entitlement, we saw an increase in demand at our original nursery." As with TheOld Rectory and Manor House, the aim of the co-proprietors and handpicked, highly-qualified staff is to offer the area's children a 'home-from-home' nursery, providing a safe, secure (and, importantly, 'fun') learning environment for their charges, allowing them to flourish and reach their full potential.
Housed in a superb, Victorian building (dating back to 1850), The Old Rectory offers myriad, exceptional facilities, including a fantastic, extensive external play-area (which is, naturally, totally secure); sensory garden; a new play-area; grassed area (ideal for picnic-teas); and a 'Pets' Corner', which, needless to say, is a big favourite with the children. Staff-members pride themselves on promoting healthy foods and lifestyle, and all meals, freshly prepared each day by the nursery's excellent ch`ef, using home-grown fruit and vegetables. The Old Rectory was lauded as 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills). At Knutton, Manor House is bright and airy, and designed to be an extremely child-friendly environment, with agededicated rooms, which flow naturally from one to another, helping children during transition. (Each room has access to the outside area, allowing daily free-flow play). Manor House earned praise as "a welcoming, happy and safe environment" from Ofsted, following its inspection in 2013.
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"Flamenco at its very best"
MONDAY, May 11th, offers you the chance to take a musical journey to the heart of flamenco at Newcastle's New Vic Theatre. The spectacular, new show, 'Jaleo Flamenco', features some of Spain's finest musicians and dancers in a mesmerising fusion of heartwrenching vocals, explosive footwork and virtuoso guitar-playing. "Flamenco at is very best," enthused Dance Today. Tickets for the performance (which starts at 7.30pm) are priced at £16, £19 and £20.50 (with concessions and Under-16s Go Free), and are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk
Entertaining & thrilling!
AWARD-WINNING New Vic favourite, Ballet Cymru, is returning to the Newcastle theatre-in-theround with a brand-new work, based on the eternal fairy tale, 'Cinderella'. The company's unique blend of classical technique and storytelling is combined with elements of circus for one of the most entertaining and thrilling dance events of the year. Choreography is by Darius James and Amy Doughty; music from Jack White; costume and set-design by Steve Denton, and lighting-design by Chris Illingworth. The performance (on Wednesday, May 20th) commences at 7.30pm, and tickets (priced at £16, £19 and £20.50 [with concessions and Under-16s Go Free]) are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk sales: 01782 461711
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Ask for Tony Heath Paul is the UK's official UK No. 1 Robbie impersonator OUTSTANDING Paul Reason is presenting his acclaimed Robbie Williams Tribute at Baddeley
Green WMC on Friday, May 15th. Paul is recognised as the Official UK No. 1 Robbie impersonator (National Tribute Awards 2013). This show will also include a quality supporting act.
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may
MAY Sat 2nd - Kelly Marie Sun 3rd - Wayne Swift Sat 9th - Fielding Talks Meir And Longton Royal British Legion Sun 10th - Lee O'Neil 197 Meir road Stoke on Trent Staffs Sat 16th - Sarah Jay ST3 7JF Friday 25th January - 8pm 17th - Lee Daniel Sun
Tickets are priced at £6, 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.
Sat 2nd Ready Steady 60's Sun 3rd Wayne Evans Sat 9th Lee Camm Sun 10th Jamie Aston Sat 16th Electro 80's Sun 17th Andy Stine Sat 23rd The Crew 60's Group Sun 24th Boys Next Door Bank Holiday Monday Too Toned Sat 30th Never 2 Much Sun 31st Alan Gill Sat 6th June - Echo Beach 80's
WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
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.
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.
Offers you MAY Sat 2nd - 2 Real Sun 3rd - Karl Howard Sat 9th - Conspiracy Sun 10th - James Franklyn Sat 16th - Cracker Jack Sun 17th - Scandal Sat 23rd - Electro 80's Sun 24th - Laughing Legends Sat 30th - Broken Dreams
Meir And Longton Royal British Legion 197 Meir road Stoke on Trent Staffs ST3 7JF
Sat 23rd - Jason Kerr Sun 24th - Darren James Sat 23rd - Kim Sun 24th - Wayne Roberts
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Friday 25th January - 8pm
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
BAR ,SMALL LOUNGE, LARGE LOUNGE GAMES ROOM WITH INDOOR GAMES DOMINOES, CRIB AND POOL CONCERT ROOM WITH TOP ENTERTAINMENT BY VIVA MUSIC PROMOTIONS EVERY SAT & SUN NIGHTS PLUS BINGO LARGE SCREEN TV, LARGE CAR PARK , COACHES WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT
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@ . 94 Knypersley Road, ST6 8HZ
FOR WEDDINGS AND PARTIES - ENQUIRE AT CLUB OR EDDIECHELL GMAIL COM
Sun 31st - The Beardsmiths
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JUNE
Goldenhill WMC
Sat 2nd - Junction 25 Sun 3rd - Denny Dee
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 COACH PARTIES WELCOME ON APPOINTMENT
Our Top-Flight live entertainment for Saturday & Sunday nights WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
MAY
Sat 2nd - Kay Jay Sun 3rd - Andy Stine Sat 9th - Chris Ritchie Sun 10th - Sarah Dennis Sat 16th - Dani L Sun 17th - Matt Fisher Sat 23rd - Jo Arnold Sun 24th - Stevie M Sat 30th - Danny Hurst Sun 31st - Daniel Fox
** MEMBERS' CHILDREN ONLY **
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.
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
Friday 25th January - 8pm
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
THIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
ROCK & ROLL EVERY WED 8-30 TILL LATE BINGO THURS/FRI/SAT & SUN FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE SKY TV ALL SPORTS SHOWN INC STOKE BUS TO ALL STOKE CITY FC HOME GAMES
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Pay All Out - All players get FREE open the box ticket
Every Wednesday BINGO NIGHT
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OFFERING A WARM WELCOME AT
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THE
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• Games room including snooker • Bowling Green • Pigeon Club COACH PARTIES WELCOME • LARGE CAR PARK LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SAT/SUN EVENINGS
MAY
Sat 2nd - Chloey Pyatt Sun 3rd - Scott David Sat 9th - Shelley Marie Sun 10th - Eddie Brown Sat 16th - Ruby Mae Sun 17th - Kyle Tomas Sat 23rd - Skinch Sun 24th - Mick Taylor Sat 30th - Danny Milla Sun 31st - Michael Jones
ALIBI BIG IN JAPAN FIREWORX THE FABS DELISE
FREE Pool Monday Night Every Sunday Boot Camp Training (keep fit) 7:30pm - 8:30pm £3 per session
MICK TAYLOR Sat 9th -
CHLOEY PYATT Sat 16th -
MICHAEL BROOKES Sat 23rd -
EL DIVA Sat 30th -
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Sat 16th - EL DIVA Sat 23rd - AMANDA Sat 30th - CHLOEY PYATT
&
Sat 2nd Brad Hammond Sat 9th JC Rayne
as cher/stateside tribute Sat 16th Skinch Sat 23rd Ryan Jones Sat 30th Conspirators
BINGO EVERY SAT NIGHT & SUN LUNCH GAMES ROOMS POOL TABLE, DARTS, CRIB FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE
(RECENTLY REFURBISHED) LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH SHOWCASE NIGHT (TICKET ONLY)
MAY ENTERTAINMENT
Fri 1st limehouse lizzy
TICKETS £10.00 AVAILABLE FROM THE CLUB
Sat 2nd CAUTION Sat 9th CONSPIRATORS Fri 15th robbie williams tribute TICKETS £6.00 AVAILABLE FROM THE CLUB
Sat 16th COOL MEMORY Sat 23rd PRIVATE EYE Fri 29th the everlys experience TICKETS £6.00 AVAILABLE FROM THE CLUB
Sat 30th RARE FUSION
**members children only saturday nights**
MONDAY: Line dancing • THURSDAY: Night bingo INDOOR GAMES SNOOKER, SKITTLES, POOL, CRIBBAGE, DOMINOES ETC SUNDAY LUNCH, available in the lounge resteraunt DISC DRAW every Thursday, Friday & Sataurday Every alternative Thurs afternoon FRIENDSHIP CLUB Bingo Fri/Sat Nights
189 WERRINGTON ROAD WERRINGTON, ST2 9AL
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THE SUBURBAN SOCIAL CLUB
Sat 9th - GRAHAM RONSON
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MAY
Sat 2nd -
Sat 2nd - SKINCH
football bt sports all premier & top live matches function room available please ring club for details
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MAY
MAY
MAY Sat 2nd ........ Sat 9th ......... Sat 16th........ Sat 23rd ....... Sat 23rd .......
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MAY Sat 2nd - John Gillian Sun 3rd - Debra Patton Sat 9th - Jill Fielding Show Sun 10th - Simply Sarah Sat 16th - Pit-Ya Pippings Sun 17th - Roger Lee Sat 23rd - Broadway Nights Sun 24th - Linda Stevens Sat 30th - Sounds Familiar Sun 31st - Stephen Guy BINGO WED/FRI/SAT/SUN NIGHTS AND ALSO SUNDAY LUNCH ** MONDAY NIGHTS** PRIZE BINGO WITH GOOD PRIZES - WHY NOT COME ALONG & BRING THE KIDS FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE - RING CLUB FOR DETAILS COACHES WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT BEERS FROM CARLSBERG, COORS & HEINEKEN
Bradwell Lane, Bradwell.
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invite you to pay us a visit to share all our excellent facilities MAY
Sat 2nd - RHIANNON HILL Sun 3rd - SHANNON Sat 9th - KELLY MARIE Sun 10th - TONY GOLD Sat 16th - VANESSA BEBBINGTON Sun 17th - FIELDING TALKS T 23rd - LEE DANIEL T Sat . Sun 24th - MICHAEL TREMBLE Sat 30th - PRIVATE EVENT Sun 31st - SHELLY STONE WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW ACTS TO JOIN OUR TEAM
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Meir And Longton Royal British Legion 197 Meir road Stoke on Trent Staffs ST3 7JF
Meir And Longton Royal B 197 Meir road Stoke on Tren Staffs ST3 7JF
Friday 25th January - 8pm
Friday 25th January
HIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL
HIS AUDITION IS OPEN TO
PUBLIC
PUBLIC.
TELEPHONE:
(01782) 624573 sales: 01782 461711
Sounds supreme from guitarist/ vocalist!! GREAT music from the '80s (and beyond) is promised when superb guitarist/vocalist, Stevie M, brings his talents to Goldenhill WMC on Sunday, May 24th. He will be singing songs made famous by such performers as UB40, Spandau Ballet, Chris Rea, Bob Marley, Police and Madness. Stevie appears, courtesy of Liverpool-based Riverside Entertainments Agency, Tel: 0845 521 2848, or visit: www.riversideentertainments. co.uk A Warm & Friendly Welcome Awaits You At
KIDSGROVE LABOUR CLUB
Free Function Room Available Bingo and Open the Box Thur, Sat & Sun Top Beers, Lagers & Cask Ales Televised Football, Pool & Darts LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SAT/SUN EVENINGS REGULAR TRIBUTE ACTS
may
Sat 2nd - Keith Dee Sun 3rd - Andy Hammersley Sat 9th - Becky Rok Sun 10th - Karl Merry Sat 16th - Denise Johnson Sun 17th - Tony Lee Sat 23rd - Sean Laney Sun 24th - Tyler Jon Sat 30th - Ruby Mae Sun 31st - Craig Deegan TEL: 01782 783283
MARKET STREET, KIDSGROVE
Talented AND versatile! CHANTEUSE, Jo Arnold, makes a welcome return to Goldenhill WMC on Saturday, May 23rd. Polished, talented and versatile, Jo is a classically-trained singer, performing anything from jazz, Motown and Soul to pop - and more.
we bid a friendly WELCOME to associates and vistors to the hospitable
WOLSTANTON High Street Club
live entertainment every saturday
MAY
Sat 2nd PEPPERMINT ICE Sat 9th DAMION Sat 16th 8TH DAY
QUALITY LIVE
MAY ENTERTAINMENT EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY EVENINGS SUPPLIED BY
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Sat 2nd SOUL BROTHER SOUL SISTER Sun 3rd MICHAEL LEWIS Sat 9th THE CORE
Sat 30th HENNA + CARL BRENT (comedian)
Sun 17th SHAUN CLIFFORD
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Sat 23rd FINAL AUDITION
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HEALTH & WELL - BEING IN 2015 Healthy living vital to battling dementia NEW research suggests that the best way to fend off the memory-loss and mental decline accompanying advancing age may be dancing, doing sudoko puzzles and eating fish and fruit. While there have been myriad suggestins that keeping physically and mentally active and eating a good diet can help to keep the brain in good order, most studies have lasted for no more than a few weeks and have rarely offered those taking part the complete package. Researchers in Finland recruited 1,260
people, aged between 60 and 77, and, in effect, reorganised the lives of half of them. They were given regular gym-sessions with physiotherapists to strengthen their muscles one to three times a week, and took part in aerobic exercises, sometimes in groups, two to five times a week. The group had brain-training, using computerprogrammes, where success leads to another layer of difficulty. Its members were also advised to eat a Nordic diet (not dissimilar to the Mediterranean diet), containing fish at least twice a week, lots of fruit and olive- (and other vegetable-) oils. The other group was given standard health advice. At the end of two years, those who had been eating a better diet, getting active and training their brains scored ,on average, 25% higher in mental-tests than those in the other group. In some of the tests, the difference was even more striking; for executive function
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(the brain's ability to organise and regulate thought-processes) the intervention group scored 85% higher and, in processing speed, 150% higher. The researchers will, now, follow the progress of the group for seven years, to try to discover whether diet, exercise and brain-training could prevent Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Professor Miia Kivipelto, from the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, who led the research, said that the work suggested people could make changes in their lifestyle
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At Ridgways Hearing Care, Queen Street, Newcastle you can obtain free, independent professional advice on all aspects of your Hearing Care. If you are having problems understanding what others are saying, especially in a group or noisy situation then you may be suffering from a hearing loss. There are many reasons for a loss of Hearing and at Ridgways we can guide you towards the best course of action. Your problems may simply due to a build up of ear wax which we can quickly remove using a safe irrigation technique. The use of drops prior to the treatment is not necessary and appointments are often available on the same day that you make the call to our centre. Your loss may be due to a normal age related hearing loss where you lose the clarity of speech in certain situations. This problem is easily remedied with the fitting of a hearing system. We can supply hearing systems to suit all degrees of hearing loss and all budgets. Simply call for a free, no obligation appointment and the best available advice will be offered to you. In October this year the supply of NHS Hearing Aids in the area will be changing. People with mild to moderate hearing loss will find it far more difficult to obtain hearing aids. If you or a family member would like free advice on whether you will still be eligible for NHS Hearing aids
please contact the office and we again will offer you the best possible advice on the options available to you. Professional Hearing Associations are trying to fight this decision as Hearing loss has been linked to the effects of dementia and Alzheimers and unteated Hearing Loss can lead to isolation and depression so it is vital that all Hearing losses are provided with the necessary amplification. Finally, if you or anybody that you know suffer from a very sudden hearing loss which may bring associated noises in the ears, dizziness or maybe just a hearing loss in one ear it is vital to obtain immediate medical advice. If the sudden loss is due to a virus and medication is administered within a 48 hour period there is a possibility the Hearing will be recovered. Unfortunately if left untreated the hearing loss may be permanant. At Ridgways we are trying to raise awareness of the danger signs of a sudden hearing loss and if this does happen and you are in any doubt about what to do please contact Ridgways and we will offer the appropriate advice.
YOUR JOURNEY TO
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Having difficulty hearing? It may simply be due to ear wax Visit Ridgway Hearing Care for safe, pain free, ear wax removal or advise on all currently available hearing systems
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that might help stave off mental decline, although it might be easiest to tackle one area at a time, such as increasing physical activity.
FOR more than 40 years, Congleton Glass has taken great pride in adhering to its original ethos of good service, premier quality and excellent workmanship.
"It is good to start with problems that you know you should be doing something about," she added.
HEALTH & WELL - BEING IN 2015
Since the family business was established in 1968, it has acquired a nonpareil reputation for providing its customers with the highest-quality windows and doors.
adhering to strict guidelines on energy-efficiency and ventilation (as set out by FENSA [the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme]).
This insistence upon first-class products AND service has, When the business first opened its necessarily, meant that it has doors 46 years ago, it comprised outlasted numerous, other just one man and a single van; companies unable to match its however, it has (deservedly) sheer skill and invaluable, decadesexpanded to the point where it long experience, which has allowed is, now, one of the busiest glazing it to identify the kind of quality companies in the town, serving and value that will enhance and clients not only in Cheshire, but protect a client's property. also throughout the North-West. Quite simply, customers may locate As a double-bonus for readers, cheaper products on the market, Congleton Glass sells the very best but these lack the service, support in windows and doors from such and longevity which Congleton top-rated brands in the industry as Glass offers. KAT, Nova and Rockdoor, but offers Pay a visit to Congleton Glass them at eminently-affordable (located by the River Dane, close prices. to the very heart of the town The Royle Street business, then, centre) and you will discover that complements this by installing its stock represents the very latest all products to correct standards, in window-technology, while its doors provide security, longevity and style.
fun." The research found that social interaction was mentally stimulating and, therefore, helpful. Sudoko puzzles and crosswords, help stimulate the brain, as do computer-games, reading books, and even learning a new language.
The researchers said that even small changes to people's lives could potentially reduce dementia, writing in the Lancet: "About a third of cases of Alzheimer's North Staffs Heart Committee disease Founded 1979. Registered Charity 508743 worldwide THE LEADING LOCAL HEART CHARITY could be We have raised over attributable to £5 MILLION low education, Caring for Cardiac Patients LOCALLY physical inactivity, HELP US TO FIGHT HEART DISEASE Supporting Research, Diagnosis, Treatment and Welfare in the region, obesity, and particularly for the Royal Stoke University Hospital & St. John Ambulance. Donations and Bequests welcomed and acknowledged smoking and Chairman: A. J. G. (Tony) Berry MBE, Sneyd Cottage, 5 Herm Close, Newcastle, Staffordshire ST5 3LL depression."
It was not necessary to attend the gym, but dancing, she averred, ticked a number of boxes, stating: "Here, you have the physical component, and it is social and
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extension) - not to mention in considerable amounts of gardening!
AS the month of May bursts upon us with its brace of Bank Holiday Mondays, it's time to get ready for 2015's Summer season.
The question, then is to whom to you turn to satisfy yur needs.
The (much-hoped-for) arrival of a blessing of plentiful sunshine necessitates our thoughts turning to a number of related subjects many of them revolving around long-awaited Summer holidays. These ruminations might revolve around preparing your vehicle for the rigours of vacational motoring, whilst others see the Summer as the time to improve your domicile (in terms of decoration, maintenance or
One answer is to support local, independent businesses, rather than further filling the alreadyreplete coffers of superstores and national franchises. Why so? Well, apart from supporting your local community, there are
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Of course, Summer is not only synonymous with holidaying; it is also a time for entertaining (thanks to ubiquitous barbecues) and being entertained!
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many reasons for doing so, since independent businesses select their products and services, with the needs of their local customers, thus guaranteeing a much broader range of product-choice and quality - unlike the 'big boys' who are driven by their own interests! When you make a purchase from, or choose the services of, a locally-owned, independent business, the benefits to the area's community are, in turn, tremendous. These local firms create more jobs locally, and, in some cases, provide better wages and conditions than the chainstores. It is a fact that the revenue from small businesses goes back into the local economy, enriching the community and building a stronger economy in the locale.
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It is self-evident that communities, which preserve their 'one-of-a-kind' businesses and distinctive character, possess an economic advantage. Consider: local ownership ensures that important decisions are made locally by people who live in the community and, as
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WEDDINGS & ALL OCCASIONS 9th 'birthday' for company which is committed to customer-satisfaction
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WHEN it comes to preparing for the 'Big Day', Indeed, the company is based on the it is axiomatic that planning is the key to success premise that its customers' needs are when you 'tie the knot'! of the utmost importance, and its Yes, in order to ensure that you and your entire team is committed to meeting beloved are the next divorce-statistics casualties, those requirements. it is axiomatic that your wedding be organised FRIDAY, May 1st, is a 'Red Letter Day' for this well-established, City (Unsurprisingly, the Uttoxeter Road with the precision of a military campaign! florist and venue dresser, which will business benefits greatly from word- It is imperative that you work closely to your be celebrating its 9th anniversary. of-mouth recommendation, deriving budget, thus avoiding any unnecessary overa high percentage of Based at Normacot, near spending. repeat-customers and Longton, appositelyThe first question to be answered is a referrals!). named Flowers & Co deceptively-simple one: who foots the bill? offers a comprehensive It provides everything In olden days (actually, until quite recently), service to make your 'Big that is required to it was assumed that the bride's parents would Day' the great success transform your venue pay all the costs; however, this is becoming less you deserve, combining into the stunning, a superb floral tributes stylish and sophisticated common. for weddings with all room that you've Alternatively, couples pay for it themselves, or facets of venue dressing, always dreamed of: both sets of parents end up sharing the costs. ensuring that your chair-covers, sashes, It can (to say the least) be a sensitive question, special occasion really decorative metal arches, and a common solution is for the groom's does look amazing on flowers (fresh or artificial), bows, that all-important day! table-runners, tablecloths, napkins, parents to pay for all the culinary fare (in itself, a substantial percentage of the wedding-costs. mirrors, table-confetti - and, of Flowers & Co majors in offering It is sagacious to open a 'wedding account' with customers genuine value-for-money, course, those vital centre-pieces. your bank to keeping within people's budgets, In addition, Flowers & Co provides facilitate the clients with a hire-facility on a host auditing of costs of top-quality objects, including (one sapient birdcages, lanterns etc. pointer is to 16 Moorhouse Street or The company is acclaimed locally remember that No 6 The Buttermarket, Leek, Staffs for its fresh flowers, gorgeous Tel: 01538 398939 or you should (m) 07815 672148 arrangements and bouquets. always budget Weddings If flowers are not the only gift you for an overand celebration wish to send, however, the business spend of at least cakes, traditional also stocks helium balloons, soft toys 10%). puddings, in balloons, teddy-bears and cake decorations & You should sugar craft accessories glassware. think about Sited close to the A50, numbers of Karen Flowers &Co offers guests and the Greenwood FREE local delivery and delivery across the county Flowers & Co provide wedding flowers, bouquets for birthdays, anniversaries, romantic I love you or just to say I'm of Staffordshire for a sorry or thank you. Whatever the occasion we can arrange a reasonable charge, and, in beautiful gift from you. most instances, it is able to If flowers are not the only gift you deliver same-day orders. would like we also have helium
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If you are not able to call in, readers can place your order by telephone (as the company accepts most debit/credit cards), and Flowers & Co will do the rest!
We have all you need to transform your venue into the stunning, stylish and sophisticated room you’ve always dreamed of with chair covers, bows, table runners, table cloths, napkins, mirrors, center pieces, table confetti and much much more Telephone: 07825 872 536 email: zelda@dreamsvenuedressing.co.uk 23 High Street, Biddulph sales: 01782 461711
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type of service as soon as possible, so that you know what you are budgeting for. Are you going to have the traditional, morning service with a luncheon for close family, to be followed by a larger function during the evening, or do you prefer a late-afternoon service immediately moves on to the evening reception? (The latter is the better bet, in terms of economy, since you will, then, have only one event to manage and pay for). Naturally, a weekday wedding will also reduce costs, but many guests will also find this too restrictive. A much more contentious (but increasingly-considered) suggestion is to invite guests to make a financial contribution to your 'Big Day' (possibly in lieu of wedding-present). However, you phrase and arrange it, it WILL reduce significantly the cost of your wedding-reception!
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LOCATED in the beautiful, rural heart of Cheshire, overlooking the Peak District National Park, The Plough Inn offers the perfect milieu for your In addition, the delightful gardens offer the supreme 'Big Day'. setting for those stunning, Dating back to the 17th century, all-important wedding The Plough is licensed to hold photographs! civil ceremony weddings, and The culinary fare at your its historic Barn Restaurant reception will be prepared and (featuring exposed timbercooked for you by The Plough beams) is ideally situated for Inn's accomplished chèfs. both formal and informal ceremonies, providing a superb
we can arrange all aspects of your wedding from flowers to catering. Moorville Hall is not only a Hotel, we have superb leisure facilities on site available to both guest and members . Featuring Squash Courts, indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, solarium and of course a fully equipped gym ensuring that you will always have something to do and keep fit and healthy.
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Set in the beautiful rural heart of Cheshire The Plough Inn offers you a warm welcome in our 16c traditional Coaching Inn. Whether you are looking for a cosy corner, traditional log fire, Cask Ales, Dinner with friends or a Light Lunch The Plough Inn has it all. We offer accommodation in our 17 delightful en suite bedrooms which include tea and coffee making facilities, LCD tv and free wifi. Our popular menus include Traditional Favourites, and our more Exotic Specials Boards. 90% of our ingredients are sourced locally within a 30 mile radius and made into mouth-watering meals by our brigade of Chefs. Our 300 year old Oak Beamed Barn is licenced to hold Civil Ceremony Weddings, naming ceremonies, vow renewals, meetings and conferences. Our large sunny Beer Garden provides a beautiful backdrop for Alfresco Dining, Wedding photography or a lazy afternoon in the Sunshine. Friday Night is Grill Night…. Spend £30 or more on Our Spectacular Grill Menu and receive a Free bottle of House Wine Phil, Trish & The Team at The Plough Inn offers You a Warm Welcome and the Very Best in Dining, Wines, Accommodation and Function Packages for any Special Occasion.
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HEAVENLY FLAVOURS ABOUND AT HAYLEY'S BOUTIQUE EMPORIUM YOU'LL be just 'ecstatic' about Hayley Beresford's business on Cheadle High Street! Whether you're an aficionado of coffee or an absolute beginner, appositely-named Coffee Bliss promises a delicious experience for every taste, featuring more than 20, different flavours to savour, either on the premises or to take away (and there's also a variety of coffees to make at home). Having previously had a stall within Cheadle Indoor Market, Hayley moved into the High Street shop on Wednesday, January 14th, 2015, and, since then, her boutique emporium, which is dedicated to celebrating and exploring the refreshing flavours of Britain's most fashionable beverage, has proved a 'winner' with people of all ages (and every palate)!
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"I've got regular customers in their 20s and others in their 80s," explained sole proprietor, Hayley, who launched her business, frustrated by the fact that she was obliged to go online to satisfy her thirst for quality, flavoured coffees.
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Connoisseurs will be delighted by the sheer variety of choice, and novices to the world of coffee are assured of friendly help and advice (not to mention a warm welcome) from Hayley, who confirmed: "We can give all the guidance they need.
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"People are welcome to come and smell the coffees, as what appeals to the nose usually appeals to the palate you can try a coffee and go from there." All aficionados will be overjoyed to learn that Hayley can offer them a globally-prized phenomenon, in the form of Kopi Luwak - a specialist coffee, hailing from Indonesia (and the world's most expensive!). "I'm selling Kopi Luwak by the cup," commented Hayley, adding: "The civet cats of Indonesia pick the best coffee berries and eat them for the fleshy pulp.
which has, often, been grown, picked, reared or made on the farms where they are located (and you can't food much fresher than that!). They enable you get back in touch with your food, eating fresher, healthier and organic, local foods - fresh from the farm. Top ch`efs agree that fresh, seasonal produce is best, while a basket of fruit and vegetables bought during the Summer can be as much as a third-cheaper than the same basket purchased out of season, offering much better value-formoney. Britain produces the best asparagus in the world, and May is the month when it really comes into the season. Also in season this month are cauliflower, cucumber, curly "The bean inside is, then, expelled and collected for thorough washing and roasting. "It's hard to get hold of, and ours is 100 per cent. certified - drinking Kopi Luwak is on quite a few people's bucketlist!" In addition to a selection of premium and flavoured coffee beans (from smooth Blue Mountain to rare, hand-picked Cuban Cubita), customers will encounter a range of flavoured instant coffees, including Havana Rum, Almond Amaretto, Bourbon Vanilla, as stocked in Harvey Nichols. Remember: you can pop into Hayley's shop, sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee during its opening-hours! Coffee Bliss is open from 9.15am to 4pm on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday and between 9.15am and 3pm, Thursday (closed on Monday and Wednesday), and you can contact Hayley there on 07546-530292.
A choice of over 20 Premium and flavoured coffee beans from smooth Blue Mountain to Cuban Cubita rare coffee handpicked in Cuba
Sit back and enjoy the
Coffee Bliss experience Coffee beans can be purchased as whole beans or ground fresh while you wait. Fairtrade, organic and decaf beans available. A range of flavoured instant coffees, including Havana Rum, Almond Amaretto, Bourbon Vanilla as stocked in Harvey Nichols. Cafetieres, Brewing Baskets, Stovetop Espresso Maker, Grinders, Mugs, Handmade Chocolate, Beautiful Range of Giftware, Gift Sets made to order. Stockist of luxury Belgain hot chocolate on a stick. Free delivery in and around High Street, Cheadle Visit Coffee Bliss on Facebook for full list Why not call us with your choices and call in to collect.
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lettuce, rhubarb and spinach. In June, Summer fruits are ripe, and elderflower makes a great ingredient in desserts or wine. Strawberries, cucumber, spinach and courgettes are among the other fruit and vegetables coming into season. Strawberries, straight from the plant, are best in July; also in season are Brambley apples, beans (runner and broad), blueberries, Savoy cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cherries, courgette, lettuce (cos, curly and iceberg), peas, raspberries, rhubarb and spinach.
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EXCELLENT SERVICE AND PRODUCE FROM COOWNERS, JEAN & ROBERT!! THIS family-owned business (long an integral part of the local community) is set to become even better! For, co-proprietors, Jean and Robert Phillips, who have run Country Cabin Farm Shop (located at Cocknage, near Barlaston [and a short drive from Longton town centre], on the edge of the City of Stoke-on-Trent) for the past, 25 years, and have farmed locally since 1976, are looking to make improvements to the service and stock offered to customers. "Our farm was, originally, a Staffordshire County Council one, and we diversified into yogurt-production, using milk from our dairy herd, selling it to customers at the door," explained Robert. "Demand increased, so we decided to open a small shop in a cabin (hence the name), but the business, eventually, outgrew this, and, in 2004, we built a larger shop. "The dairy herd was sold, and we started to rear Aberdeen Angus beef to sell through the shop. "In 2014, we retired from farming, and purchased the premises from Staffordshire County Council. "We still have strong links with local agriculture, and buy locally, where possible," added Robert. "Now that we own the premises, it will make a big difference to us; we're hoping to develop sales: 01782 461711
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01270 875055 the business further," said Jean. Country Cabin Farm Ship genuinely is a family business, with the popular couple joined by their daughter, Lynn, as a full-time worker, while son, Michael, is involved in its settingup. Admirably living up to its name, the farm shop offers a large selection of locally-sourced, fresh fruit and vegetables and locally-reared beef, lamb and poultry. Readers will also discover locally-produced sausages, pies, cheeses and free-range eggs, plus (for those who prefer it) frozen fruit and vegetables. Country Cabin also comprises a garden centre, and visitors can make their purchases from a terrific choice of perennial plants, composts and concrete and stone garden ornaments. What more, there's no problem about getting what you want from Country Cabin Farm Shop, as Jean and Robert's business is open seven days a week (9am-
5.30pm, Monday-Thursday; 8.30am-5.30pm, Friday; 8.30am-5pm, Saturday, and 10am4pm, Sunday and all Bank Holidays [excepting Christmas]). You can contact Robert, Jean and Lynn there on (01782) 327429.
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Two-day event promises town centre entertainment galore
'Nightrider' fame). Stalls will be located outside, nestled between the amazing buildings along Queen Street, and adding to the general merriment will be DJs from Burslem-based 6 Towns Radio.
SUMMER, 2015, is coming early to the 'Mother Town of the Potteries', thanks to Burslem Festival! This two-day, May Bank Holiday Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon blockbuster on Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th is offering myriad musical Hair and Beauty for all The Family attractions (both open-air and at call Christine to book your personal appointment popular venues) in the town centre, appealing to all ages and tastes. http://scrupleshb.weebly.com/index.html Naturally, there'll be the traditional 23 MOORLAND ROAD, BURSLEM fairground, but the event is famous for its live music acts by popular bands and groups (including local favourites), with Sunday 3rd featuring Narn (12 noon), The Kings Shillin (1pm), Adrenalizo (2pm), Cocks Entry (3pm), Rain Duo (4pm) and Barrel House Jukes (5pm). On Bank Holiday Monday, May 4th, you can be entertained by In The Cards (12 noon), Jason Dale as Elvis (1pm), Chris Campbell as Robbie (2pm), Gospel Truth Soul Band (3pm), Snakebite (4pm) and Flame Elation/Ellie Gould Tribute (5pm). Organised and promoted by 'Our Burslem', the two-day event also features Pebbles Legacy, a dog event, IKON BODYZ and a car club, including
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OUT & ABOUT in 2015 An "exciting time" for the 'Mother Town of the Potteries'!!
A NEW role for Burslem's imposing Old Town Hall.
THIS year, 2015, is forecast to be a positive one for Burslem, as the town states firmly that it 'open for business', and outlines a number of initiatives to ensure its continued regeneration. Following the approval of plans, local school, Haywood Academy, will turn a former town hall into a sixth-form centre with a capacity for 200 young people during the first, twelve months and 400 by 2016; with subsequent footfall in the town.
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Haywood Academy recently received an award from the Government to open the new sixth form Academy for the City, from September, 2015. The award of £2.1 million from the Department of Education is one of the largest capital awards in the country for this type of project, and is recognition that the Academy is a successful and popular school with a "compelling vision for the future success of the students of Burslem and the surrounding areas". Said Academy Headteacher, Carl Ward: "The Old Town Hall has a special place in the hearts of Burslem people.
International. Commented Steelite International Chief Executive, Kevin Oakes: "The key objective is to support local education and to foster good relationships between education , industry and the community."
A further £1.7 million is set to be spent, bringing buildings and businesses back to life in two "Bringing it back to life with a thriving sixth form of Stoke-on-Trent's towns; boosting their college will be a massive boost to the town's economies at the same time. regeneration; it will act as a catalyst for growth. During the last, eighteen months, works to the "The town has a deep-rooted cultural and value of £765,000 have been completed on five entrepreneurial tradition: Josiah Wedgwood's buildings and public spaces in Burslem. house is just across the street, and over the way is the inspirational Burslem school of Art and the One of the City's most historic buildings - the Wedgwood Institute, on Queen Street, in Wedgwood Institute." Burslem - is scheduled to be revivified, as the The academy is sponsored by local companies, first phase of a landmark regeneration project including ceramics manufacturer, Steelite commences, resulting in the creation of up to 150 jobs. OFSTED REGISTERED
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The Wedgwood Institute has been awarded European Regional Development Fund and Heritage Lottery grants (totally £535,000) from the Burslem and Longton Building Improvement Scheme (TH13). This, combined with contributions from English Heritage and Stoke-on-Trent City Council, will fund weatherproofing repairs to allow accessibility to the ground-floor.
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THE play, which proved the greatest-ever theatrical success enjoyed by Nöel Coward, is coming to Newcastle's New Vic Theatre during May. Directed by Elizabeth Newman, Coward's sparkling comedy, 'Private Lives',follows the flirtations, frictions and spats of a couple whose pasts are about to catch up with them, it was his greatest-ever theatrical success. On a romantic evening in 1930s' France, Amanda and Victor are enjoying their first night as newly-weds. But, but they're blissfully unaware that her ex-husband, Elyot, and his beautiful, new wife, Sybl, are celebrating their own honeymoon in the hotel-room next door! When the divorcees cross paths, the reunion sets off a sequence of events that nobody could foresee. And, as champagne-corks pop and passions are rekindled, the sparks begin to fly! "Two hours of comic bliss" enthused The Telegraph. 'Private Lives' opened the new Phoenix Theatre, in London, in 1930, starring Coward, Gertrude Lawrence, Adrianne Allen and Laurence Olivier, and 'The Master' wrote one of his most popular songs, 'Some Day I'll Find You', for the play. It was such a huge hit that, in 1931, a Hollywood version (directed by Sidney Franklin and starring Normas Shearer as Amanda, Robert Montgomery [Elyot], Una Merkel [Sybl] and Reginald Denny [Victor]) followed; Coward thought it "passable". A New Vic and Octagon Theatre Bolton production, 'Private Lives' runs from Wednesday, May 6th, to Saturday, May 23rd, at 7.30pm, with 2.15pm PLAYWRIGHT, Nöel matinee performances Coward (1899-1973). on Saturdays 16th and 23rd. Tickets (priced at £13-£22, with group-discounts of £2 for parties of ten or more, £2 off for concessionaries and Under6s Go Free) can be purchased from the New Vic Box Office on (01782) 717962, or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk MAY 2015 | 23
DISCOVERING Fun for ALL the family in May - and beyond!! MYRIAD events to attract, entertain and educate EVERY member of your family can be
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enjoyed in the neighbouring areas of Longton and Fenton this month.
details, telephone (01782) 238424, or email: longton.library@stoke. gov.uk
For instance, Longton Library (located at the Sutherland Institute, just outside the town centre, on Lightwood Road) is hosting the children's activity, 'The Colour Thief', on Saturday, May 9th, from 11am to 12 noon.
Every Friday (up to May 22nd), why not visit Fenton Children's Centre, on Temple Street, for 'Nature Tots', featuring outdoor play, story time and craft, between 9.30am and 11.30am, courtesy of Staffordshire Wildlife Trust?
The world is full of colour allround, and it's only going to get more colourful after this event! NUMEROUS activities are taking place in Longton Library (located within the Sutherland Institute) on Lightwood Road.
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Youngsters will be reading 'The Colour Thief' and making a colourful collage to take home.
This children's performance is suitable for all families, and further details are available from Caz Gotham on (01782) 237650, email: caz.gotham@stoke.gov.uk If you are interested in family
The activity is aimed at primary schoolchildren (aged from six-to-ten years), but youngsters under the age of eight must be accompanied by as parent or carer. For further
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RD CRESSWELL & CO LTD EST 1898
Control Systems and Automation, Industrial Valve Stockists and Pipeline Installation Over 115 years experience in Engineering and Ironmongery products. Providing products and services to the manufacturing and industrial sector, which includes SMC Pneumatics, Pneumatic Control Equipment, Pipeline, Valves, Fittings and Installation, Calor Gas, Tools, Steelwork and Fasteners
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history or local studies, Stoke-on-Trent If You Are Reading Archives can help you! This Then So Are Your Readers can book a one-to-one, thirtyPotential Customers minute Family History Session at Call: Longton Library on Tuesdays, May 12th, June 9th, July 14th, August 01782 461711 11th, September 8th, October 13th, November 10th and December 8th, And Start Your between 2pm and 4pm. Advertising Campaign Contact the library on (01782) 238424 to book a session.
'Baby Jabadao' comprises a parentand-child interaction-sessions, promoting movement and sensory play, and encouraging the development of the brain through play. These are available at Fenton Children's Centre every Friday (up to December 18th), between 10am and 11.30am. The sessions are aimed at pre-school youngsters (under five years-of-age), and you can learn more about them on (01782) 237650.
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Diagnostic Work - Courtesy Car Available
Tel: 01782 744 633 Mob: 07836 765 350 Fenpark Road Garage, Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 3JU
The Catering Shop
Suppliers of a wide range of (new and) reconditioned kitchen equipment to the catering trade.
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Quality equipment at a fraction of the cost of new Most leading makes available showroom stocked with various equipment new and old for immediate delivery 2 months guarantee on most equipment After-sales service and repairs Can supply one item or a Full Kitchen
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Tel: 01782 321036 Mobile: 07979 313692
R.W. FENCING
• Fencing supplied & fitted • Concrete or wooden posts • Gates made to measure • Concrete garden ornaments
Wide Range Of Bedding Plants Ready Soon , Veg Plants And Plants For Hanging Baskets And Tubs READY MADE HANGING BASKETS AVAILABLE FROM MID-MAY
Over 300 Varieties of Perennials Shrubs, Trees, Fruit Trees & Soft Fruit Bushes
Tel: 07866 175 881 01538 308 257 Ask for Sandra Winkhill, Leek ST13 7PN on A523 behind the Windy Ridge Cafe
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Be thoughtful!! IF you are intending to turn your house into a supremely attractive home, it's important to realise that it doesn't cost a fortune! Indeed, it costs no money whatsoever to rearrange the furniture, but this simple, domestic act can make a world of difference - as long as it is done thoughtfully. The key to success is thinking about how you use each piece of furniture (whether it's a small table which is used merely to display your car-keys, or a large sofa that is a favourite spot, upon which to watch television), and ensuring that it is fulfilling its purpose.
FRIENDLY RELIABLE SERVICE EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR HOME.
But it is important not to feel inhibited about 'your space'; try mixing old and new pieces, or experimenting with striking aesthetics alongside more simple, muted features.
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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
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Garden delights! Oddjob Property Maintenance For all the odd jobs & big jobs inside & outside your home
TWELVE acres of relaxing gardens await visitors to the Dorothy Clive Garden.
Set amidst glorious countryside, where Electrical, Plumbing, Joinery, Tiling, the borders of Fencing, Bathrooms, Kitchens & Gardens Staffordshire, Cheshire and Shropshire intersect, this beautiful, No job too small or too big hillside garden has continuously evolved Contact Mitch Shirley on: since 1940.
01538 750491 / 07860 670407
A reliable and professional service
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. 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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In that year, Colonel Harry Clive began landscaping a disused, Victorian quarry for his beloved wife, Dorothy. Plant enthusiasts will discover lots of unusual species - from the spectacular to the supremely subtleand an abundance of assorted flora will satisfy all tastes (and many are available to buy!). The Dorothy Clive Garden is both intimate and informal; a network of paths ensure that there is always something to discover and delight. Throughout the year, the garden hosts a wide variety of events, from small, guided walks to major planthunters' fairs.
Same Day Delivery/Collection Available Weighbridge Facilities Factory Specialists • Waste Disposal
Home-made food (including gluten-free choices) is available in the Garden Tea Room.
01782 535113 07971 538267 01782 269900
Situated in North Staffordshire at Willoughbridge, near Market Drayton, close to the Shropshire and Cheshire borders, the Dorothy Clive Garden is located on the A51 midway, between Stone and Nantwich.
The White Horse, Elder Road, Cobridge, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 2PQ
E T S Lighting and Electrical Accessories EST. 1983
We provide a variety of items from cable to trunking, and lighting to tools for Commercial and Domestic. Competitive Prices for Trade & Public.
Interior/Exterior Lights, Chandeliers,Wall Lights, Floor Lights & Lamps Electrical Trade Supplies 137 Liverpool Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire ST5 9HD Tel: 01782 661750 Fax: 01782 629196 enquiries@etslighting.co.uk Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.00-5.30 Sat 8.30-1.00
During the Winter, the Garden and Tea Room is open from 10am to 4pm every weekend in October, February and March. 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 MAY 2015 | 27
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Telephone 01270 763 256
GEORGE PRITCHARD Accident Repairs • Insurance Work Resprays Undertaken • No Job Too Small Competitive Rates • Friendly Service UNIT 2, LEESE STREET GARAGE STOKE-ON-TRENT (off Liverpool Road)
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Whether your vehicle needs routine service, emergency repair or just an mot, you can trust our team of experts.
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E VE RYT H I NG YO UR C A R NE E DS Another record-breaking month for car-sales NEW car-registrations in March, 2015, rose by 6% to almost half-a-million vehicles. A staggering 492,774 cars were delivered to new car-buyers (setting a 16-year record high), according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It was up 6% on March, 2014, and took the total for this year so far to 734,588, a 6.8% rise on the January-March figure last year, which means that the new car-market has been growing for 37 consecutive months. Said SMMT chief executive, Mike Hawes: "The best month this century for new car
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registrations is a welcome boost for the UK's automotive sector. "The challenge for a new government and industry will be to maintain this momentum and to strengthen Britain's manufacturing capabilities through continued investment, innovation and policies which maintain our global competitiveness. "Whatever the election result, the new government must keep up the commitment to the sector which is delivering at home and abroad." The sales-boost was evidence of strong business confidence, coming from firms taking upgrading company cars, averred Chris Sutton, managing director of motor finance specialist,
01782 328000
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Clive offers decades of experience
- all carried out by fully-trained and highly-experienced staff - from as little as £80.
CLIVE Harris added a second 'component' to his Staffordshire-based company over four years ago - and he definitely possesses the necessary expertise to ensure complete customersatisfaction!
However, ECI's remit also takes in vans (up to 3,500kg), motor homes and HG (Heavy Goods) and PC (Passenger Carrying) vehicles.
Complementing all the experience possessed by ECI is the business's For, appositely-named Expert Car simple pricing-structure, which means Inspections benefits from Clive's 40that you can be confident that an plus years' experience within the motor expert is carrying out the inspection at trade - starting with an indentured realistic, eminently-affordable rates! apprenticeship and gaining his City While car inspections start from & Guilds qualifications, to a 28-years£80 (£130 for 4x4s, classic cars and long service with VOSA (Vehicle limousines), the price for vans is £80 and Operator Services Agency), (up to 2,999kg) and £100 (3,000the Government regulatory body, 3,500kg), with the rate motorhomes working on many aspects of vehicle£170 (up to 3,500kg) and £210 (all maintenance and compliance. other motorhomes). All this has given Clive an invaluable Full engineer's reports on cars and amount of expertise in facets of the motor trade - experience which, sadly, vans are available for just £150, and those for motorhomes, HGVs and many people carrying out these types PCVs cost only £170. of inspections lack. Expert Car Inspections is an arm of In addition, staff working for him the parent company, CCH Vehicle & boast similar (or very experienced) Training Services, a consultancy which backgrounds, and their quality-ofClive launched during April, 2008, and work is regularly checked to ensure that each customer enjoys a consistent provides an invaluable service not to the MoT garage-network and operators experience. of heavy goods and passenger-carrying As a result, motorists are reassuringly vehicles (the latter including Arriva secure in the knowledge that any Midlands). vehicle inspected by ECI will be At the same time, it is also contracted subjected to a rigorous inspection, to a very large number of garages assuring customers that a comprehensive report will be compiled operating the annual MoT Scheme, ensuring that they operate within to allow them to enter into a purchase the parameters laid down in the MoT or sale fully informed. Testing Regulations and the operating Complete car inspections are available guidelines dictated by VOSA. sales: 01782 461711
Black Horse (part of Lloyds Banking Group). "The industry has, for a while, been suggesting that demand will ease for new cars, but, based on current data, it is hard to predict when this growth will slow down," he said. "The continued low-interest-rate environment, coupled with attractive and affordable carfinance deals cntinue to play a strong role in maintaining growth in this part of the UK economy." The figures add to evidence of rising economic confidence, leading up to the election on Thursday, May 7th. The SMMT announced that sales of alternatively-fuelled vehicles, including plugin hybrids and electric vehicles, also continue to rise, with 14,335 units sold in March, an increase of more than 60% on the same month in 2014.
Expert Car Inspections
13 LONGTON ROAD, STONE STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8DQ
Tel: 01785 816751 Mob: 07817 490053 Email: info@expertcarinspections.co.uk
• Pre Purchase Car Inspections from £80.00 • Insurance Category C + D Inspection Reports from £80.00 • Full Engineers Report on all Vehicles from £100.00 Don't Risk Buying a Faulty Vehicle, have it Professionally Inspected by " Expert Car Inspections". For more details visit our web site www.expertcarinspections.co.uk
Cars, HGV & PSV Inspection Specialists Over 39 Years Experience
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Building Consultants
C & M Designs (Chris Ridgway)
PLANNING & BUILDING CONSULTANTS DRAWING AND LOCAL AUTHORITY SUBMISSIONS COMMERCIAL AND DOMESTIC BUILDINGS AND EXTENSIONS
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TELEPHONE: 01782 612490
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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,
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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.
funeral directors. 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.
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 and social life) reasserts itself.
It is, of course, essential that we are able to cope with the practical and emotional demands encountered at this potentially harrowing time.
Its professional standards ensure that kindness, and thought in Victorian and sympathy and Edwardian society, prior to World understanding War I. combine to lift But, now, in the early-21st the inexorable century, it is something that is (to burden imposed put it mildly) assiduously avoided. upon the bereavedas Accordingly, when we losed is humanly a loved one (be it a partner, possible, relative or a very close friend), providing help, it is imperative that we acquire comfort and the support, help and care of a support, when it reputable, well-established firm of is most required.
We are a family run company providing a The subject of death was a superior service to all denominations, religions and beliefs in the Staffordshire area. constant theme in conversation Chapel of Rest, 24 Hour personal service. Horse drawn hearse available. Payment plans. Eco options covered.
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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
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Email: jbmmemorials@btconnect.com sales: 01782 461711
Canal Cruising Company Ltd EST 1948
Dog Friendly
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
for more details, special offers and live availability visit us at:
www.canalcruising.co.uk Crown Street, Stone, Staffs, ST15 8QN
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 MAY 2015 | 31
Highly-professional services & unbeatable, honest prices from Kark & his team "HAD four tyres about 18 months ago, and, at the time, no one in the Stoke area could beat that price. Just called up for a price for two more, and, yet again, no one can beat their price. Great service, as well, off the boys. Pop in and they're straight onto the job. CANNOT BE BETTERED!!" Just one of a host of fulsome testimonials from ultra-satisfied customers of Karl Jones and his expert team, who recently celebrated their second anniversary of highlysuccessful trading, at Tyre Time, thanks to their knowledge and
professionalism. As all 'savvy' motorists fully realise, tyres are vital to your car, and their upkeep is incredibly important to its performance and safety - problems can make your vehicle unsafe and uneconomical. You can rely on the Fenton-based business to check your tyres, as well as fit new ones from its large range of different manufacturers. Boasting the latest technology (including laser-tracking and professional balancing-equipment), Tyre Time offers FREE tyre- and pressure-checks. WHY RISK YOUR SAFETY, WHEN A QUICK AND AFFORDABLE TYRECHECK IS ALL YOU NEED?!
(its FREE advice will never be misleading). Tyre Time is open six days a week (9am-6pm, Monday-Friday, and 9am-2pm, Saturday), and Karl and his team will be more than happy to answer any questions (by personal visit, over the 'phone or via email), regarding getting your tyres sorted. They have both the expertise AND experience to turn their hands to any tyre-related job, and you can rest assured that your vehicle is worked on by professionals. "I'd like to thank everyone for coming back to us and recommending us to their friends and relatives," said Karl Jones.
Moreover, Tyre Time is always honest
AS AN ADDED BONUS, TYRE TIME IS NOW A LOCAL, OFFICIAL STOCKIST OF ACCLAIMED ALLOYGATORS.
Do you need new tyres fitting? Puncture repair? Call in the experts. Dewsbury Road, Unit A, Fenton Industrial Estate Fenton, Stoke On Trent ST4 2TE
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Wherever you are in the Stoke area, be it Burslem, Cheadle or Madeley, bring your car in to be serviced by us today.
A variety of tyre services for you... Laser tracking & steering wheel re-positioning Latest fitting & balancing equipment Puncture repairs including run-flats Caravan tyre-on-bands fitted Motorcycle tyres supplied & fitted Special order tyres fitted same day if ordered before 11.30am Free tyre & pressure check
Local Official Stockists of Alloy Gators Opening times: Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm and Saturday 9am - 2 pm Address: Telefaults Building, Furlong Road, Tunstall, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire ST6 5UN Tel:01782461711 email:sales.seniorstoday@googlemail.com