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Issue 147 - July 2017

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Hello and welcome to the July edition... Congratulations to Hannah and her lovely team at Serenity Beauty and Skin Clinic in Helsby who are celebrating 10 years in business this month as well as Hannah and Bob’s wedding, which I am so looking forward to!

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Frodsham and Helsby retailer, Land of Beds has been crowned ‘Retail Family Business of the Year 2017’, taking the top national retail prize at London’s May Fair Hotel. Another fantastic achievement for them.

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Cheshire Boiler and Electrical Services have won the Grafters award for the North West’s best heating and plumbing contractor for the second year running, congratulations to them and also to local mother and daughter, Gillian and Eleanor who have both received gold medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show!

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Frodsham and Helsby Rotary Club are once again hosting their popular Charity Motor Show on the 30th July at Frodsham Community Centre. Bikes, classic cars, American, custom made cars and special interest vehicles will all be on show as well as competitions and entertainment for all the family. Take a look at the community pages for more information as well as other local events, including details of a brilliant show ‘Broadway Bound’ which is running from the 10th-12th August. Experience the magic of Broadway without having to jump on a plane to New York! Have a fun ﬁlled month. Best Wishes

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Land of Beds Crowned National ‘Retail Family Business of the Year 2017’ A FRODSHAM and Helsby retailer has been crowned ‘Retail Family Business of the Year 2017’. Land of Beds took the top national retail prize at London’s May Fair Hotel. The winners, whose showrooms on Church Street, Frodsham and Chester Road, Helsby stock 80 different types of mattresses crafted by Britain’s top manufacturers, overcame UKwide competition in their sector. Praising the “progressive family ﬁrm that impressed at many levels,” the expert judges declared Land of Beds “worthy winners of this national accolade”. Major investment and growth has seen the small, independent business emerge as a major retailer – selling 1,000 mattresses every month UK-wide, opening a new Runcorn distribution centre, moving to new Frodsham headquarters and launching a new e-commerce website -

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History Wedding Customs By Catherine Rose and humility before God, as well as saving her beauty for her husband (who would lift the veil when she arrived at the altar). However, in the days when arranged marriages were common, it wasn’t unusual for the groom to have never laid eyes on his bride before. The veil was an effective way of ensuring he didn’t cut and run before she got to the altar!

As wedding season begins, have you ever stopped to wonder where many of our modern-day marriage traditions started? Wedding rings are traditionally worn on the fourth finger of the left hand because the Romans believed this finger had a vein, the vena amoris, which was directly connected to the heart. The ring represented the groom’s wealth and formed part of the wedding contract to provide for and own his spouse. The diamond engagement ring took off in the late 19th century at the height of diamond mining in South Africa when the De Beers Diamond Company launched a successful advertising campaign. Today 80% of engagement rings are still diamond ones.

Bridal bouquets were carried as a symbol of fertility and to hide unpleasant smells (the norm in ages when there was little sanitation). The custom of the bride throwing it to the crowd replaced one where guests would rip pieces off the hem of her gown for good luck. It was once even customary for the bridal party to follow the couple to their bedroom and watch the act of consummation. The tossing of the bride’s garter is symbolic of this (thankfully) long dead practice. The notion that the bride should wear ‘something old, new, borrowed and blue’ comes from an old English saying that ends ‘and a sixpence in your shoe’. It is based around superstition meant to bring the couple good luck and a happy marriage.

would dress identically to the bride and groom respectively to both ‘fool evil spirits’ and to confuse would-be kidnappers of the bride (yes, in the days of rival tribes and warring families, bridal kidnap wasn’t uncommon). In many cultures, including High Church of England, the couple’s hands are either wrapped or bound together during the ceremony leading to the phrase ‘tying the knot’. One of the most famous traditions, the wedding cake, also began in ancient Rome. A sweet bread was broken over the bride’s head as a fertility charm. Wedding guests would be served handfuls of the nuts and dried fruits used to make it; known as confetto, it was thrown over the couple for good luck. The custom of a ‘tiered’ cake at weddings started in medieval times when they would be stacked to form a high tower. The bride and groom had to kiss over the top without toppling it over; if they succeeded, a life of prosperity was assured. Finally, the honeymoon or ‘hony moone’ dates from the 14th century and has nothing to do with honey. It was simply coined to describe the brief sweetness of that first month of marriage.

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From family-friendly festivals to wet weather fun, we’ve plenty of ideas to keep the kids entertained this summer. Back to nature Fly a kite, go geocaching, build a den, explore a new trail – you don’t have to travel far or spend a lot of money to have fun outdoors. If you need some inspiration, try The National Trust’s 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ list, which is available as a free app, a printed leaflet, or a PDF. The app is particularly appealing for tech-savvy kids, as it lets them record their activities and earn printable certificates. Activities range from bug hunting and playing pooh sticks to canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering.

by Kate Duggan Mr Tumble and Dick & Dom, jump on the world’s biggest bouncy castle, and lots more. • Cheshire’s Just So festival is specifically aimed at children and offers a ‘magical experience where art, music and literature are embedded and entwined in a beautiful and wondrous landscape.’ There’s everything from baby yoga and storytelling to dance workshops, live shows and a jelly fight! • Chagstock is rather smaller than Latitude or Bestival, but offers great value for money. An adult weekend ticket is £90, including camping, and under-12s go free. There’s a family camping area, play area, bouncy castle and various activities.

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Why It’s Smart To Face Up To Change by Kate McLelland

We’ve all had one of those moments. You spot a frowning, older face reflected in a shop window that looks strangely familiar. As your brain starts to process the image, you realise with shock that you are staring at your own reflection. Aging features, paunchy midriff and slightly stooping posture…could that really be you? Take comfort, you’re not alone. We all tend to deceive ourselves when it comes to our appearance, and if it’s been a while since you took a long, unflinching look at yourself in the mirror, you may simply be unaware of the way your face and body has subtly altered.

look younger, too. While there’s no real harm in imagining yourself younger, self-deception isn’t your friend when it comes to matters of styling. In order to keep looking your best, it helps to understand the way your body alters as you age. Ch-ch-changes “Turn and face the strange” sang the late, great David Bowie, warning: “Pretty soon now you’re gonna get older”. Whether you like it or not, it’s important to understand that the older “you” is likely to have a very different body shape, skin tone and hair colour than the twenty-something version you remember so well.

motivated when it comes to diet and exercise, it’s also likely that you will gain weight as you age. At the same time you will experience some height loss: people typically lose almost half an inch (about one centimetre) every ten years after age 40. styling for men: how to be a grey fox GQ Magazine advises its mature readers: “Your wardrobe should err far more on the side of style than fashion”, adding that the key to dressing well in your 50s, 60s and 70s is to make sure that clothes fit properly. Go through your wardrobe and throw away anything that squeezes in the wrong places. Swap trainers (especially the more brightly coloured styles) for smarter shoes and, where possible, buy longer-lasting, quality clothes instead of cheaper items.

Several years ago the USPeople with fair skins will find based Pew Research Center their complexions become questioned 3,000 people and more sallow with age, while found that most respondents darker skins may suffer from felt younger than their date uneven pigmentation. Hair of birth would suggest. loses its gloss, turning grey or Almost half of fifty year olds white, and attempts to dye it Well-cut jackets worn with said they felt no older than back to a youthful shade are crisp, well-ironed shirts forty, while those aged 65-74 often unsuccessful because will keep you looking good felt up to nineteen years that colour is no longer whatever your age. Baggy younger. Given that so many compatible with a mature skin trousers should be avoided of us feel younger than our tone. at all costs, but if you’ve chronological age, it’s hardly gained some weight since Unless are165 exceptionally surprising to To advertise call: 01928you 727 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com 26 that we expect

your younger days, it’s safer to buy straight-cut trousers than squeeze into today’s more tapered styles. You’ll find plenty of style advice for older men available online. A good place to start is the Grey Fox Blog (www.greyfoxblog.com) or alternatively you can find some inspirational styling ideas on Pinterest (pinterest. com). styling for women: why it’s wise to accessorise Despite the fact that we are all living longer, clothes designers still seem to be obsessed with youth fashion. It can be frustrating to try on dresses, shirts and trousers designed for younger bodies, so if the tailoring doesn’t work with your contours, try

experimenting with more flowing styles that don’t cling to your body shape. If you are sensitive about a thickening waistline, less-thanfirm upper arms or a wrinkled neckline, simply conceal them with light, flowing clothing or a scarf. Choosing bold accessories as a focus for your outfit is a good way of diverting attention from features you’re less keen to show off. Keep make-up light and simple – heavy foundation can emphasise wrinkles and laughter lines. As hair tends to become drier and more brittle with age, consider experimenting with short hairstyles, layered or feathered to frame your face. Fortunately you’ll find

plenty of websites that offer great fashion advice for mature women. Try Helen Walmsley-Johnson’s column The Invisible Woman at theguardian. com or visit Alyson Walsh’s blog site That’s Not My Age (thatsnotmyage.com). Knowledge is power. The key to styling in your later years is to understand the aging process and the way it affects your face and body. Age is something to be celebrated, not denied or ignored, and there’s much to be gained when - rather than ignoring or resisting the physical changes caused by aging - you finally decide to embrace them. Once you’ve developed your own, personal style, the chances are you’ll look as young as you feel.

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It’s our 10th Birthday!!! Thank you to all our clients that have supported us through the years! We can’t wait to continue to pamper you in our new premises. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for offers to celebrate our birthday month! Gift vouchers available to purchase over the phone or in the salon!

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Cake and Bake Peach Crostata A crostata is an Italian lattice-topped pie which can be sweet or savoury. This one has a fruity fresh peach filling. Serve with crème fraîche or ice cream.

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Add the butter and rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar, add the egg and water, then stir with a knife until the mixture begins to stick together. • 175g butter, chilled and diced 2. Gather the dough with one hand, turn out onto a lightly • 2 tbsp caster sugar floured surface and knead for a few seconds until • 1 large egg, beaten with smooth. Flatten into a round, wrap in cling film and chill 2tbsp cold water for 30 minutes. 3. Preheat the oven to 200C, fan 180C, gas 6. Place a filling baking sheet in the oven to heat up. • 6 peaches, halved, stones removed and thickly sliced 4. Roll out about two-thirds of the pastry on a lightly floured surface to the thickness of a one pound coin • 2 tbsp caster sugar and use to line a 23cm round pie dish. • 2 tsp cornflour 5. Toss the peaches in a bowl with the sugar and cornflour • Milk to glaze then pile into the pastry case. Roll out the rest of the • Icing sugar, to dust pastry to a 20cm circle and use a lattice pastry roller to cut slashes in the pastry (see tip). Serves 6 6. Brush around the edge of the pastry case with a little Ready in 1 hour 15 minutes, water then drape the pastry circle over the filling, pulling plus chilling it gently to create the lattice effect. Press the pastry edges together to seal and trim off any excess pastry. TIP 7. Glaze the pastry with milk, then place on the hot baking If you don’t have a pastry lattice sheet in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes until the roller, cut the rolled out pastry pastry is crisp and golden. Serve warm or cold, dusted into thin strips and drape over with icingresponding sugar. the filling. 33 Please mention Helsby to Hand when to adverts Pastry • 350g plain flour

Be part of a Helsby Winning Team! New Players Rugby Club Wanted! Since its formation in 1962 by workers at the village's BICC factory, Helsby Rugby Club has established a firm reputation as one of the most sociable grass roots clubs in the region. Almost sixty years on, the club today offers opportunities to old and young alike – from six year-olds to veterans – and also family Touch Rugby every summer. The club currently runs two senior teams which both play in the North West Raging Bull Leagues. In 2015-16, the 1st Team came within minutes of achieving a League & Cup double – crowned champions of Division Five South but agonisingly losing out in the LBS Plate Final. This season saw more success, with an impressive 3rd place in the league seeing the 1st Team once again secure promotion, whilst the club’s newly formed 2nd Team by no means Seni disgraced themselves with a 7th place finish everyor Trainin Completing the Senior set-up of their own. g T at 7.3uesday are Helsby’s Vets Team, who 0pm were launched five years ago to provide an opportunity for former Senior players to stay involved with the game by playing less frequent fixtures. Meet…The Expendables!

Junior Teams first took to the pitch in Helsby colours following England's World Cup win in 2003 and since then the club has grown to the point that teams now represent the club from Under-7 through to Under-16. Building on it’s reputation as a family club, Helsby RUFC has in recent years also introduced Summer Touch Rugby, which takes place every year from June through September on Tuesday evenings at the club’s pitches adjacent to Tesco Helsby. With the sessions aimed at all ages, shapes and sizes taking part, they are a perfect opportunity for newcomers to try their hand at the game and for old-hands to show that they haven’t lost it!

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Off the pitch, the club runs regular Social nights all year round, including formal dinners, which in recent years have seen rugby legend Phil Bennett and World Cup finalist with England, Mark Cueto amongst the guest speakers from the world of rugby who have appeared at the club.

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The club also puts a great importance on it’s annual Rugby Force weekend – a weekend of DIY at the club, which typifies the camaraderie and community spirit of the game and sees all of the membership turn out in force to lend a hand to improve the club’s facilities.

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Hobbies Building A Future For Family Memories By Kate McLelland

I recently inherited several boxes of family photographs, with images dating from Victorian times - when photography was in its infancy - right up to the first decade of the new millennium. Some pictures were stored carefully in albums but others were roughly crammed into folders and envelopes. Unsurprisingly, some of the older items were beginning to show signs of deterioration, including rips, stains and tiny spots of mould. While I felt very privileged to be the keeper of this important archive, it was a reminder that my own family snaps and VHS tapes were packed in the loft: all in danger of going the same way as my newlyacquired collection.

divide the photographs up between a select group of relatives, or digitise the entire archive so it can be enjoyed by everyone. While the first option is quick and simple, it’s not entirely satisfactory. Unless the collection includes duplicate images, no-one will hold a complete set of family photos. There is also a chance that in future someone will throw out their part of the collection because they no longer have space to keep it. Converting hard copy photos to digital images may involve a lot of work, but it ensures that the archive will be passed on from generation to generation. Restoring and digitising photographic images can also become an enjoyable hobby: there’s great satisfaction in transforming faded, mould-spotted and torn pictures into images that look as fresh as the day they emerged from the darkroom.

to the magazine What Digital Camera?, there are several good image manipulation packages that are completely free to download. Top of their list is the oddly-named Gimp, which works like a basic version of the industrystandard software Photoshop. Gimp allows you to do everything from cropping and resizing to altering exposure and colour balance. It also has the same invaluable ‘clone tool’ as Photoshop, which allows you to heal the spoiled parts of a photo by copying an undamaged area over the damaged spot.

Converting your slides During the 1960s and 70s a craze for slide photography meant that many amateur After taking stock of all this snappers temporarily stopped precious material - which taking conventional photos. documented over 100 years If you have boxes of slides of my family’s history - it that you need to convert to occurred to me that I had a digital files, you will need an responsibility to preserve it for additional piece of equipment. future generations. If you decide to digitise, Slide scanners start at you will need a computer Preserving family around £16 (for a device with enough disk space to PhotograPhs that can be used together store the photographic files When it comes to the future with a smartphone), while you are creating. You’ll also of a family photo collection standalone scanners can cost need some kind of photo you are faced with a up to £125. editing software. According To advertise call: 01928 727 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com 36 straightforward choice: either

vhs videos to dvd I had a shock recently when someone told me that analogue videos and home movies are susceptible to the same degradation as photographic slides, prints and negatives. VHS tapes, Hi8 and Video8 are magnetic media: as the magnetic particles gradually lose their charge, the tape deteriorates. Depending on how carefully you store your tapes, you can expect at least a 20% reduction in playback quality after 10-25 years. The easiest way to convert videos to DVDs is to connect a video-cassette recorder (VCR) to a PC via an analogue-to-digital video capture device. You’ll need to record the VHS video to your PC’s hard drive and then write the recorded video to DVD,

using the DVD writer installed on your PC. Be warned, however, that VCRs are slowly becoming obsolete, so if you have a large number of VHS tapes to convert and don’t already have a VCR, this may be a good time to buy one. A medium-priced video capture device costs between £25 and £50, while a VCR costs from £30 upwards (refurbished models may cost less). If you only have a few tapes to convert, you might consider using a professional service. It’s worth checking online for the best deal: Asda Photo charges £27 per tape, while web-based conversion specialists such as digitalconverters.co.uk typically charge under ten pounds for a single VHS or Hi8 tape.

Once your family photos and videos have been converted into a longer-lasting format, the next step will be deciding the best way to share them. You could burn them to DVD and give them out to family members, upload them to a cloud file-sharing system or create a family website. Be aware that if you choose cloud or web-hosting services to house your digital files, you may end up paying an annual fee. Thanks to my inherited collection, digitising family images now occupies much of my spare time, and I’ve even started to help friends who want family photos restored. It’s rewarding to know that, once converted to a digital format, these important visual records will go on giving pleasure far into the future.

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Beauty Summer Sensations by Kate Duggan www.kateduggan.co.uk

from staycations to Caribbean cruises, this month’s beauty buys are all about summer holiday essentials. If your limbs are still looking a bit winter-white, try trilogy instant Bronzing gel. It’s easy to apply and dries quickly. You get an instant, natural tint with a longer lasting, natural looking tan developing over time. The resulting colour is very subtle, but you can build it up into a richer bronze with daily application. The gel also includes Aloe vera an nd vitamin E, to moisturise and refresh tired legs. Cost is £12.50 from www.trilogyproducts.com.

consider lee stafford’s no strings attached Cordless straighteners. Pop them into the base and they’ll quickly heat up to 230°C. You can then take them to the mirror and style your hair while the heat lasts (about 15 minutes). With such a high temperature, and tourmaline-ceramic plates, they’re really quick and easy to use. There’s no need to strain your eyes peering at a mirror at the other side of the room, and there’s no cord to knock your cocktail over. Available from Argos and Very for £69.99, including heat-proof mat and travel case.

If you’re a yoga or Pilates buff, there are few things better than working out in the sun. Calmia’s eco-friendly double sided travel mat is lightweight and compact, so you can take it anywhere. Hotel rooms often don’t have a mirror One side is anywhere near a plug socket, which can made from make styling your hair rather difficult. eco-friendly So, if you’re in the market for some micro-fibre new straighteners, you might want to with bamboo, To advertise call: 01928 727 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com 46

while the other is textured PER (polymer environmental resin). So whether you need a softer surface for relaxing in the lotus position, or a grippier surface for your sun salutation, this mat is ideal. It’s £39 from www.calmia.com. Sun + air conditioning + one too many cocktails = dehydrated, lacklustre skin. A sheet mask can really help to boost moisture and leave skin looking brighter. The i masK Biomolecular hydrating recovery mask is a great choice. It’s soothing, cooling and does exactly what it promises to – boosting moisture content by up to 40%. It also

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Woodhouse has undertaken another great project this month, we were approached by a couple who were looking to refurbish their newly bought home. We were asked to conduct a full rewire, bathroom redesign and fit out and to fit a new kitchen. We started the project by stripping

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the initial planning stage of the bathroom, we made sure the time was spent with Katie and Kieran to ensure the design achieved exactly what they wanted. The whole design was meant to reflect the traditional elements of the house while adding a modern twist. Hurst Joinery did an amazing job on the installation of the wooden panelling which really added to the look

and complimented the tiles. The use of the products like the lean to slipper bath and wall mounted taps added the twist we were looking for and created the great outcome you can see in the pictures.

the house of any materials which were not needed, exposing all cables in the house so they could be removed and replaced with the modern equivalent. All of the work was carried out by one of our NIC-EIC registered engineers. As you can see from the images, we installed a whole host of electrical equipment and some really stylish lights. The house was updated with USB compatible sockets throughout the house and new sockets were installed to suit the advertise call: 01928 727 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com 50 needs ofTothe customer.

â€œWoodhouse were very professional, keeping to deadlines and updating us on the progress of the work throughout the time they were working on it. Rory gave us great advice in the best way to lay out our new bathroom and even sourced all of the bathroom equipment which was really helpful! We always felt like we could trust the employees and were happy with the advice and high-quality service we were given throughoutâ€?. Katie

Although the kitchen design was not done by ourselves we worked with the couple on the design to figure out how to best utilise their available space. Although the kitchen is small we were able to

fit a full size integrated fridge freezer, wine cooler, full-size dishwasher, washing machine, full-size oven and hob and a large modern sink and taps. All the works were completed by our highly skilled plumbers and electrical engineers and we worked with Hurst Joinery again to install the kitchen. Our tilers also installed the amazing looking splash back. A full central heating system was also installed by us alongside new A rated Worcester Bosch central heating boiler, working at over 90% efficiency. Each rooms heating requirements were calculated and the correct size radiators were installed to ensure optimum efficiency.

Overall, the clients were happy with the work we carried out for them and we hope to work with them again in the future.

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Are You Financially Resilient? Five Ways To Protect Yourself From Unexpected Job Loss financially resilient should the worst happen and you find yourself without an income.

The reality of sudden job loss hit thousands of people in every region of the UK during the global financial crash, and although the economy is now recovering, the fact that we could suddenly lose our only source of income hasn’t gone away. If that time of financial crisis has taught us anything, it’s that we should prepare in advance for unexpected loss of income - a report from Legal and General¹ illustrates just how precarious our financial position really is: “the average household has a Deadline to the Breadline of just 29 days. For working age families it’s just 14 days.” The report also found that: • People believed they could survive more than twice as long (77 days on average) compared to the reality of 29 days. • 35% of households have no savings, so for these people their ‘Deadline to the Breadline’ could be tomorrow.

1. understand your current financial position Only by understanding the reality of your present financial situation can sustainable changes be made. Gather together all your financial documents including bank and credit card statements, loan and credit agreements, and details of your monthly expenditure, to get a clearer picture of how job loss would affect you. Then you can make a budget to help you plan your spending each month, and live within your means. A variety of budget sheets are available online, and you should include every item of expenditure from cups of coffee to the annual holiday - you’ll get a better idea of whether you’re spending more than you earn over the course of a year. 2. Prioritise and pay down debt If you consider the consequences of failing to make each debt repayment, it’ll help you decide which should take priority over others. At its simplest, paying your mortgage and energy bills will keep a roof over your head, and a warm home.

or most expensive, they should be paid first if the repercussions of nonpayment are serious. After that you could tackle the debts with the highest interest rates, although some people prefer to pay off the smallest loans first to provide motivation. 3. Save for an emergency fund Do you pay off debt first, or save for an emergency fund? There are two schools of thought: • The disparity between interest rates for savers and borrowers means you’ll pay more overall if you don’t repay debt first. • If you lose your job, the credit card provider may decide to reduce your credit limit, and you’ll have less money available for emergencies. Another factor to consider is the increase in identity theft that also leaves you open to potential problems, and again could reduce your access to cash when you need it most. If you can manage your monthly credit card bills for a while, you could compromise by saving three or four months’ worth of living expenses in a separate account that won’t be touched, and then return to paying down any debt.

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earning an additional income online, it may be worthwhile starting a small part-time business which would help financially if you lose your main source of income. Having a second income takes away some of the immediate pressure of job loss, even if it only covers your bills for a couple of months. If it’s flexible enough you’ll be able to work from home, and obtain the peace of mind that self-reliance brings. Popular ‘side incomes’ include selling unwanted goods on eBay and Amazon, and using the profits to buy more stock. Even completing online surveys and questionnaires can bring in a small monthly amount, or provide vouchers that save you money on shopping.

Alternatively, consider using your current skills to find work on one of the UK freelancer platforms, such as People Per Hour. Some businesses are continually looking for skilled people to take on ad-hoc work, as well as longer-term projects - it cuts down their costs of employment and offers flexible work for you. 5. network while you’re still employed It does no harm to network online or in-person while you’re still employed. Creating and nurturing professional and business relationships can mean you’re first in the queue for a new role or business opportunity should you lose your job. Use your network of friends and peers on LinkedIn

and Facebook, and keep updating your profile with information about new tasks you’re taking on in your current role. Blending this with in-person networking where you get to know people better means you can find out about new projects or another company’s plans for the future. Putting a strategy in place for unexpected job loss allows you more time and freedom to choose your next move, whether that’s with another firm or entering self-employment. ¹ www.legalandgeneral. com/advisercentre/campaigns/ deadline-to-breadline-bp/report. html www.bbc.co.uk/news/business22283940 www.moneycrashers.com/ prepare-finances-surviveunemployment-job-loss/

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And Another Thing... Tom and the Exotic Trip by Tom Hughes @groomsdaybook

After yet another day at the coalface, it was time to plonk myself down in front of the tube with my standard issue tea and biccies. Eschewing Bradley Walsh’s faux hilarity, I flicked over to observe another presenter’s plummy commiserations with a pair of unlucky celebrities.

“Is that in Wales?” I asked hopefully.

“Alexander Armstrong has a way with people, don’t you think?” I glanced over at Sarah (My Dearly Beloved) who was busily ensconced in a pile of glossy magazines.

“Coconut sunscreen. It’s to put you in the holiday mood.”

Immediately, my blood froze. My wife was ‘browsing for ideas’, a catchall phrase that indicated she was on the hunt for a wallet-squeezing Big Ticket Item. Without looking up Sarah said, “That’s right Tom, I’m choosing a last minute holiday. What are you doing with the remote?”

A change of subject being required, I made eye contact with a lady sporting an azure blue uniform. I plonked myself down and, fingering the reams of brochures, gasped, “Take me away from all of this madness.”

And so the following morning we trundled down the precinct to the local travel agent. Once through the glass doors Sarah searched for a representative whilst I sniffed the air. “What’s that funny smell?”

“It smells like a massage parlour.” “And how would you know?”

“Europe, or further afield?” “Don’t mind.” “Well, we have some great deals at the moment for Vietnam.” I gripped Sarah’s arm. “Honey, I ain’t going back to Vietnam - you weren’t there man.” Another puzzled look. Sighing, Sarah pressed onwards. “How about Cancun? I hear it’s very nice.” “Yes, we have some excellent deals for Mexico.” “Do you do bed and breakfast?” A kick from Sarah. “Bed and breakfast? In Mexico? No sir, it’s usually all-inclusive.”

“Which means?” Nonplussed, the woman “Everything is pre-paid, turned to Sarah for help. “I’m trying to find Ceefax.” so all your food and drink “Ignore my husband, he is is included. And your a child. We are after a week “Ceefax? Tom, in case you entertainment. Now this resort or ten day break. Don’t care hadn’t noticed this isn’t 1994. I can vouch for, I went last To advertise 165asorit’s email: where, 727 as long hot.”helsbytohand@btinternet.com 66 Hurghada I’ve heard is nice.” call: 01928

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meal all from the same place. And the compound is fully secure with armed guards on all the gates.”

Without so much as a glance in the direction of yours truly, Sarah, in an exasperated tone, said, “No, that won’t be suitable.”

“That sounds just like the place where Uncle Billy spent that fortnight.”

Undeterred, our azure blue travel counsellor whisked us away to another equally exotic continent - we were about to embark upon an imaginary trip to the Nile Delta. “Now, what about Egypt?” My mind raced to a balmy evening standing awestruck in the Valley of the Kings. “And this resort is also allinclusive - so you get your breakfast, dinner and evening

“Where was that, sir? Hurghada?” “No, Strangeways. He’d refused to pay his council tax.”

Two days later we were packed and ready to go. The hand luggage safely in the boot of the Mondeo, a less than impressed Sarah sat sulking in the passenger seat. “Look, it’s inexpensive, easy to get to, by the sea and warm - it’s the Gulf Stream you see.” “Yes Tom, but I was hoping we’d be in the actual Gulf.”

Sarah intervened. “Look, this is getting us nowhere. We just want somewhere warm, inexpensive and easy to get to.” Seizing my opportunity I announced, “Well why didn’t you say darling? Come with me!”

“Well we are nearer - well a bit nearer anyway. Come on, get in. Llandudno here we come! I can’t wait to get up the Great Orme, can you? “Tom, you know how to treat a girl, don’t you?” And off we set - what bliss! Gwyliau yn hapus!

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‘Lobster’ arms. Heat exhaustion. It seems that despite the publicity, we’re still not getting the sun protection message – and we’re risking serious health issues. Protecting Your Skin “A tan is actually a sign that the skin has been damaged and is trying to protect itself,” warns the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD). The brown colour is caused by melanin, produced by your body in a desperate attempt to protect itself from further UV damage – and UV damage can lead to skin cancer. In effect, sunburn is a radiation burn.

choosing Sunscreen Choose sunscreen with both UVA and UVB protection. ‘UVA’ will be in a circle logo and is rated up to 5 stars. UVB protection is indicated by the SPF (sun protection factor). SPFs range from 2 to 50+; the higher the number, the higher the protection.

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‘water-resistant’, as it will have been compromised by sweating, towel drying and friction. Remember too that you’ll feel artificially cool due to the water on your skin. • Don’t use expired sunscreen. Even sunscreen still in date may be much less effective if it’s been allowed to get hot or sit in direct sunlight. remember: • The BAD warns that water can increase the sun’s radiation by 5%, and sand by 17%. • The sensitive skin of babies and children need extra protection. “Damage caused by repeated exposure to sunlight could lead to skin cancer developing in later life,” warns the NHS. Children under 6 months should be kept out of strong sunlight completely. • You should take extra care if you have:

using Your Sunscreen Sun cream is only as effective as its application, so: • Apply liberally. “The overall message in terms of sunscreen use is ‘more is better’”, says the BAD. Apply at least two teaspoons ► pale, white or light brown of sunscreen to cover the skin; This doesn’t mean you should head, arms and neck and ► freckles or red or fair hair; never go out in the sun. We two tablespoons to cover the need a little sunshine to ► many moles (look out for entire body while wearing a keep Vitamin D levels topped new moles, growths swimming costume. up (specifically outdoor or lumps, and size, • Apply frequently. If you plan sunshine, as glass blocks shape or colour changes to be in the sun long enough the UVB needed for Vitamin to existing moles, freckles to risk burning, sunscreen D production). But it does or patches of skin); should be applied 30 minutes mean protecting your skin is ► skin problems relating to a before going out and just important. medical condition; before going out. The BAD This means: recommends reapplying ► a family history of skin • finding shade when the sun is it at least every two hours cancer. strongest (usually 11am - 3pm afterwards. • You should also take extra from March to October in the It also needs to be applied care if you: UK); again straight after you’ve ► tend to burn rather than • covering your skin in 727 water, even it’s helsbytohand@btinternet.com To advertise call: been 01928 165 or ifemail: tan;

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consequences can be. • Adults and children should wear sunglasses, even on cooler sunny days. Ensure they protect against both UVA and UVB and choose sunglasses with wraparound lenses or wide arms with the CE Mark and European Standard EN 1836:2005. HeAtStroke Heatstroke starts with heat exhaustion. Symptoms can include headache, dizziness and confusion, appetite loss, feeling sick, excessive sweating, pale clammy skin, cramps in the arms, legs and stomach, fast breathing or pulse, a temperature of 37C or above and intense thirst. If someone is suffering from heatstroke, you must lie them down, raise their feet and cool them down by providing cold drinks, removing unnecessary

clothing and placing them in the shade. Call 999 if the person is no better after 30 minutes or if they feel hot and dry, have a temperature of 40C or above, are breathless or breathing rapidly, are confused, lose consciousness or have a seizure. To avoid heatstroke, stay hydrated, keep your head covered and rest in the shade when the sun is hottest. useful links: The Cancer Research UK tool to assess skin type and burn risk: www.cancerresearchuk. org/about-cancer/causes-ofcancer/sun-uv-and-cancer/am-iat-risk-of-sunburn The NHS mole assessment tool: www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/ moleassessment.aspx

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The Stars of the New York Motor Show

The Big Apple’s new car showcase took place in April and James Baggott reported from the show floor. It may be held in the city that never sleeps, but walk around the New York Motor Show’s tiny halls and you may be in danger of drifting off. Thrilling and packed with big reveals this event was not, however, there were still a few new car unveils that could stave off unintentional narcolepsy – for a few minutes at least. In reality this show has very little real substance – and it’s dominated by the American manufacturers. Despite that, we managed to find six new models that caught our eye. Mercedes AMG GLC 63 & GLC 63 Coupe The only real European manufacturer to take the New York event seriously, Mercedes took the wraps off the car it’s billing as ‘perfectly at home off road or on the race track’. Featuring a 4.0-litre V8 with either 469bhp in standard guise, or 503bhp in ‘S’ trim, it’s an SUV capable of hitting 60mph in just 3.9 seconds. With a top speed of 155mph, the Germans say it’s a super sporty car with ‘everyday usability’. Prices are expected to start at around £65,000 with first deliveries in October. Jaguar F-Type 2.0-litre Before you dismiss this tiny 2.0-litre four cylinder in a hairy-chested sports car, know this: it’s still pushing out a not-so-weedy 296bhp. Jaguar hopes that a 060mph time of 5.4 seconds, 155mph top speed and a 52kg weight reduction will be enough to temper the scowls of those who sneer at this diminutive engine size. It’ll also bring the entry level price of an F-Type to £100 under £50k. Dodge SRT Challenger Demon Meet the 840bhp, Dodge SRT Challenger Demon – a car with so much horsepower that it can pull record-breaking wheelies. The 6.2-litre HEMIengined monster uses the Hellcat’s 707bhp lump and adds a bigger supercharger and increased boost pressure, resulting in 60mph in just 2.3 seconds – which puts it on a par with a Bugatti Chiron. Bonkers. Infiniti QX80 Unlike in the UK, the luxury arm of Nissan is rather successful in the States; thus the brand feels a Range Rover rivalling concept is a good idea. The Infiniti QX80 Monograph is currently billed as a ‘design study’, but the manufacturer says it signals its intent to enter the large SUV segment. Whether it’ll be made remains to be seen, but even if it does, a UK version is doubtful.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk In the seemingly ever-raging battle to produce the world’s most powerful SUV, Jeep has made a bold claim for the title with this – the 707bhp Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. Quite why any manufacturer wants the title is beyond us, but Americans have snapped it up nonetheless. Capable of 60mph in 3.5 seconds, a top speed of 180mph and a standing quarter mile in 11.6 seconds, this might just be a Jeep Cherokee that’s mildly acceptable to own. Toyota FT-4X Toyota’s designers appear to have created their latest FT-4X concept car by starting with a shoebox full of Lego and attempting to make something resembling a car. Half grown-up Tonka toy, half fridge freezer, the off-roader’s looks can kindly be described as ‘bold’. The maker says it hints at what the replacement for its equally visually-challenging, American-only FJ Cruiser, could look like if it ever gets thecall: nod.01928 727 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com To advertise

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Safe Journey by Pippa Greenwood

Now that the weather is really summery, everyone is rushing to their local garden centres, garden shows and nurseries to stock up on new plants for the garden. However, don’t forget to ensure that the plants you buy have a good chance of surviving, not only once they get home, but also during the journey there; it is worth taking a few very sensible precautions. Don’t take something home the day you buy it if it is too large to fit in your car. However slowly you drive, if the plant is sticking out of a sunroof or window the foliage is going to be scorched and damaged, and it is possible that a stem may be broken. Almost all garden centres now offer delivery and this is usually free of charge within a reasonable radius, so take advantage of this service.

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Even on a short journey home, plants which are exposed to If the plant does fit in your car exaggerated heat inside a then remember to wrap the car or the scorching effect of root ball in a black bin liner or a sunlight travelling through the box, to prevent the back of your car glazing can be seriously car becoming full of compost, damaged, so cover them up grit etc. with something to decrease the risk. It is worth taking a few Always use the garden centre old newspapers with you when as the last port of call before you go to the garden centre, as travelling home, as in hot Please mention Helsby these to Hand responding makewhen perfect temporary to weather temperatures increase

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Summer Escapes From future catastrophes to whole new worlds, this month’s reads are pure escapism.

The Night Brother – Rosie Garland Two souls – one body. Nineteenth century Manchester is home to Edie by day and Gnome by night. But as both start to resent the other’s presence, an internal war breaks out which threatens to tear them apart. Throw in suffragettes, love affairs and family dynamics, and you have a truly absorbing read. If you enjoyed Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus, or anything by Angela Carter, this book is for you.

Menagerie – Rachel Vincent A travelling carnival has come to town, complete with its menagerie of fantastical beings. Delilah has always thought herself human, but her reaction at the exhibits’ treatment is anything but, and she is locked away and put on display herself. Delilah befriends her fellow captives, refuses to accept her slavery and forms an uneasy alliance with one of her ‘handlers’. But is escape really an option in a world where she has fewer rights than an animal? An easy, enjoyable read, perfect for the sun lounger.

The Girl of Ink and Stars – Kiran Millwood Hargrave Isabella’s village is under the A Wizard of Earthsea – Ursula control of the ruthless Governor K. Le Guin Adori, but the surrounding A boy wizard learning to control woods are under the control of his powers, mystical lands, a force even more dangerous. magical battles, dragons Isabella dreams of crossing – this book has them all. First the forest and charting the published in 1968, A Wizard of Forbidden Territories. A girl Earthsea tells the story of Ged is found dead, and Isabella’s – a boy who saves his village friend, Lupe, goes missing. from attack and is sent to train With nothing to guide her but to be a wizard. He learns to an ancient map, her beliefs, control his power, but accidently and her determination, Isabella unleashes a shadow creature sets out to rescue Lupe. This children’s book has gained rave that nearly destroys him. Like Rowling, Tolkein and numerous reviews and while it lacks the other fantasy writers, Le Guin’s depth needed to truly appeal work will appeal to older to an adult audience, it’ll keep andwhen adultsresponding alike. 9-12 yearPlease olds enthralled. mention Helsbychildren to Hand to

Naondel – Maria Turtschaninoff 19 year old Kariba falls for a power-hungry young man and reveals to him the secrets of her family’s spring: it can foretell the future and bestow health or harm. Once Iskan has harnessed the spring’s power, there is little anyone can do to stop him. He starts collecting women to his harem, treating them as little more than playthings. Naondel is told from the point of view of Kariba and the other women, over the span of several decades. Beautifully written, and at times quite harrowing, this will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. The Space Between the Stars – Anne Corlett Jamie survives a virus that’s wiped out most of humanity. She’s on a planet far from home, and far from Daniel – the man she once loved. Together with the handful of other survivors she finds, Jamie sets out on the long journey across the stars back to Earth. If you’re not a sci-fi fan, don’t let that put you off. The Space Between the Stars is much more about human relationships and fragile societies than it is about space ships. This has summer bestseller written all over 87it. adverts

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Summer Strings 23rd July at 2.30pm St. Laurence’s Church, Frodsham Bach Concerto for two violins in D minor Vaughn Williams The Lark Ascending Vivaldi Concerto for two violins in A minor Mozart Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Daniel Axworthy - violin Andrew Winter - violin David Leslie - keyboard Emanuele Conte - guitar Featuring poetry from Andrew Rudd and David Copley

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BROADWAY BOUND “The best of Broadway, performed by the best local talent” This August, experience the magic of Broadway without having to jump on a plane to New York! From the team behind Rembering Michael, and Frodsham Panto Group’s 2016 production of Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs, this brand new production is an all singing, all dancing journey through the very best Broadway musicals to ever grace the stage! The show features some of the very best local, talented professionals, don’t miss out on the chance to see songs from musicals such as Les Miserables, The Phantom Of The Opera, Hairspray, Miss saigon, Wicked, Half a Sixpence...and more! This event is a tabled event with a bar open all evening. See advert opposite for ticket details and for more information call 07402 044 194 or email Kayleigh@believeinmagicuk.com

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Open Air Theatre Returns to Frodsham! Open air theatre will return to Frodsham in June as Frodsham Players stage Peter Hall’s adaptation of George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” in the grounds of St Laurence Church. This is the Player’s second outdoor production and hopes to build on the wide acclaim for last year’s stunning production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The show tells the story of the downtrodden beasts of Manor Farm, who overthrow their drunken master and take control of the farm themselves. All is harmony at first, but soon ambition and the temptation for power prove too much for some of the animals, who strike out for leadership and control. “Animal Farm” will be performed on the green at St Laurence Church, Frodsham from Thursday 29th June to Sunday 2nd July. The Thursday-Saturday performances start at 7:30pm while Sunday will be a matinee starting at 2pm. Seating is not provided for this event and patrons are advised to bring their own chairs / picnic blanket and a picnic. Tickets, priced £5 are on sale from www.frodshamplayers.com, Dandelion, Church Street, Frodsham and from the box office (07754 455809). In the event of bad weather, the show will be moved inside the church.

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Gold Medals at Chelsea for Talented Local Residents. Gillian Jackson and Eleanor Griffiths (mother and daughter), achieved a gold medal each at this years RHS Chelsea Flower Show, in the Floral Design Marquee. Eleanor’s Gold medal was added to her two other Gold medals, to make it three in a row. They are both delighted with their achievements and I’m sure you’ll agree that their floral creations are absolutely stunning. Congratulations ladies!

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Prague Golden City of Bohemia By Solange Hando On a majestic loop of the Vltava river, the ‘Golden City of Bohemia’ greets you with a touch of Venetian charm. Islands, bridges, canals, swans gliding along the banks, traditional steamers and tourist boats, it’s a romantic place where water tumbles over the weir and spires and domes mingle their reflections from morning to night. Whatever the season, the Vltava mirrors the mood of the sky, as meek as a lamb or impatient and wild, but along the banks life moves at a leisurely pace and there’s always plenty of time to enjoy a candle-lit dinner at the water’s edge or stroll under the bridges.

shimmers like gold. For 450 years it was the only bridge across the river, but others followed, linking the town on the right bank to the castle district on the left. On the hill top, beyond the luminous vineyards, so unexpected in a city, the UNESCO castle rises proud and strong, once the residence of the kings of Bohemia and still housing the presidential offices. It’s a vast complex with an enticing maze of towers and gates, museums, galleries and quaint medieval cottages strung along the Golden Lane. At the heart of it all is St Vitus cathedral where the crown jewels are kept under seven locks and keys.

in butter and cream, flowers bloom all around and crowds gather by the astronomical clock to watch the figurines come out to mark the passing of time. Others stroll under the arcades or wander in the lanes in search of Bohemian glassware, porcelain, colourful textiles or garnet, the traditional Czech stone. The more energetic climb to the top of the town hall tower to gaze in wonder at the most fabulous views over the fabled ‘City of 100 Spires’ and the river wandering through its myriad treasures on the way to the Elbe.

According to legend, a Bohemian princess once dreamed of a city whose fame For in the Czech capital, every would reach the stars as it bridge has a story to tell, none Not so far away is the Lesser flourished on the banks of the more so than the Charles District with its parklands and Vltava. Perhaps this is why the bridge with its foundation stone mini Eiffel Tower, but across ever-changing river has inspired laid at the auspicious time of the river the Old Town begs to so many writers and artists, 5.31am on 9th July 1357. Today be explored, an eclectic mix including the 19th century of styles from Renaissance Prague’s best loved icon still Czech composer Smetana and Baroque to Rococo, Art spans the river for over 500 Nouveau and more. It’s an open who dedicated a Symphonic metres, guarded by 30 statues Poem to its journey across the book in the history of art but of saints sculpted by famous land. He called it ‘Ma Vlast’, my Bohemian artists. For locals and sooner or later the Old Town homeland, and today, with its Square holds you spellbound. visitors alike, it’s the heart of unrivalled heritage and convivial Horse-drawn carriages rattle town: the place to see and be ambience, Prague, its capital, is on the flagstones, bustling café seen, watch the artists painting one of the most visited cities in terraces serve goulash, potato the scene, listen to music and Europe. pancake dousedhelsbytohand@btinternet.com enjoy the the river call: To advertise 01928 and 727desserts 165 or email: 96 sunset when

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Index of advertisers Accountants / Taxation agp 76 Applegate & Co. 52 Aerial Engineer/Sky TV Latham Aerials 81 Alarms & Security Complete Security Services 64 Architecture / Design Cheshire Planning Solutions 32 Scott Architecture 37 Beauty / Holistics / Tanning Serenity Beauty & Skin Clinic 28 Builder / Merchants /Joiner / Plastering BB Construction 58 Cheshire Building & Roofing Services 49 Elton Joinery 22 Frodsham Plastering Services 68 Ken Leach Building & Joinery 52 Mad Jak Joinery 44 Oakleys Joinery 16 Tim’s Plastering 24 Butcher / Farm Shop Forresters 39 Car Repairs /MOT/ Tyres/ Valeting JPW Body Repairs 70 O’Neill Dent Repair 74 Cleaning The Carpet & Oven Cleaning Co. 62 Clock Repairs Stephen Rose Clocks 47 Cycle Services RXM Cycles 8 Dentist Main Street Dental 73 Electrician / Lighting Cheshire Boiler & Electrical Services 53 Electrical Wholesale Supplies 82 Frodsham Electrical Services 44 KDE Ltd 1 & 100 Woodhouse Plumbing & Electric 50-51 Estate / Letting Agent / Houses for Sale Ballards Sales & Letting Agent 29 Hunters Estate Agent 2 Your Move Andrew Hayes 90 Financial / Mortgage Advisor Aspire Wealth Management 42 Karen Bushell Wealth Management 27 Paul D Clarke FPC 61 Flooring Kingsley Carpets 56 Lee Rodgers 59 The Little Carpet Shop 75

Funeral Directors / Monumental Masons DT Turner 80 Laurence Jones 85 Furniture / Kitchen / Bathroom / Beds A-Design Kitchen & Bathrooms 70 Curtains of Frodsham 55 Inspired Bathrooms & Wetrooms 45 Kingsley Carpets - Beds 57 Land of Beds 4-5 NYK Kitchen, Bedroom, Mirror Doors 43 Panda Blinds 67 Unique Design Kitchen & Bathroom 69 Garage Doors Pennine Garage Doors 32 Gardening / Allotments 52 Andy’s Garden Care Fearn Landscapes 86 Frodsham Gardens 38 Frodsham Tree Solutions 63 Hazelwood Landscapes 70 Hillside Garden and Tree 58 The Picture Garden 82 Townfield Lane Allotments 22 WOW - Design 64 Gift Shop Candles Plus 23 Hairdressing / Barber Headlines 12 Little Jay Hairdresser 28 Health / Care 10 Bridge Physio 10 Acten for healthier joints 11 Feet First - foot health care 42 Frodsham Chiropody/Podiatry Clinic 48 Hillcrest Care Home 38 Jewellers Les Harris 7 Odd Jobs / Property repairs Bill The Handyman 76 Cheshire Handyman 84 James Gribbin 62 JL Moston - Maintenance & Joinery 68 Odd Jobs - John 24 Paul Armitstead 80 The DIY Man 74 Total Home Solutions 18 Painter & Decorator Roy Lamb 44 Pest Control Cobwebs Pest Control 4 Target One Pest Solutions 47 Total Home Solutions 18

Pet Care Barkingmad.uk.com 8 Plumbing & Heating Ark Services 74 Cheshire Boiler & Electrical Services 53 Gasmarc 24 Indigo Heating, Plumbing & Gas 79 1 & 100 KDE Ltd M.Bunting Plumbing & Heating 22 Woodhouse Plumbing & Electric 50-51 Removal Service 2 Men and Van 38 Restaurants / Pub / Tap Room Beer Heroes 16 Best Western Forest Hills 15 The Netherton Arms 13 Roofing All-Mighty Roofing 77 Altitude Roofing 68 JNF Roofing 71 P Turner Roofing 62 Total Roofline Solutions 78 Sewing Alterations, lessons, haberdashery Elizabeth Arnold 48 Solicitors Collaborative Law 25 Rowlinsons 18-19 Sport & Leisure Broadway Bound - show 91 Brio Leisure 9 Helsby Community Sports Club 41 Helsby Golf Club 17 Helsby Rugby Club 34-35 Kathryn Smith School of Dance 20 Live in the Park Picnic / Music Event 12 Nordic Walking 32 Rotary Club Charity Motor Show 93 Runcorn Model Association 12 Tiling CB Tiling 80 Taxis Cheshire Travel Services 42 99 Frodsham and District Taxis Kingsley Travel 16 Turners Travel 82 Windows/Conservatories/Canopies Fairview Windows 30-31 Kelsall Windows 65 Wrought Iron Work Dunham Hill Smithy 86

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DISTRICT

TAXIS

CHEAPEST IN THE LOCAL AREA City Centres 1-8 Passengers Frodsham - Liverpool

£27.50

Frodsham - Chester

£18.00

Helsby - Chester

£15.00

Elton - Chester

£15.00

All prices are set before 11pm Prices are based on 1 pick up and one drop off. Prices may vary with extra drop off or pick up points (365 days per year)

Airport Prices 1-8 Passengers From Frodsham to Manchester Airport 1-8 passengers £28.00 On the return journey, Terminal 1 & 2 there is a car park charge of £4.00

From Frodsham to Liverpool Airport 1-8 passengers £18.00 Plus a car park charge of £3.00

For prices from surrounding villages please ring.

Silver Service for Executive Travel please enquire All above prices are on a one-way basis, return prices should be doubled and conﬁrmed at time of booking

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