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Villager Established over 24 years March 2024 Chartered Financial Planners Sarum, Market Street, Penkridge, Staffordshire. ST19 5DH Tel: 01785 715567 e-mail: mail@evansash.co.uk www.evansash.co.uk Retirement Planning & Pensions Investments Life & Medical Insurances Mortgages Equity Release A PERSONAL SERVICE BY PROFESSIONALS Call now and ask for Martyn or Ceri Completely Independent advice .... for you! F I N A N C I A L S E R V I C E S L L P COMPUTER PROBLEMS - NEED HELP? INSTALLATION✓ TROUBLESHOOTING✓ REPAIRS✓ SUPPORT ✓ 07989 989449 help@perton-pc.co.uk Serving the community since 2006 · Troublesome/slow PC driving you mad? · Internet connec�on lost or unstable? · Unable to send or receive emails? · PC/tablet/smartphone has virus/malware? · Wireless network needs fixing or boos�ng? · Problems with new hardware/so�ware? · Maybe you just need some friendly IT support? For help with the above (and more besides) in your home or small business; day�me, evenings and weekends, call or email Richard Harmer, your local IT Professional. Perton PC The magazine for village people, businesses and communities. Delivered FREE to select homes in Penkridge, Brewood, Codsall, Tettenhall & Perton Email: arnoldsart@mac.com Call: 07540 257743 Professional Electricians serving the West Midlands and Shropshire for over 15 years Lighting • Power EV Chargers Solar PV Installations Battery Storage Solutions Refurbishments Inspection and Compliance Call: 07788 623150 Email: Enquire@Gra-Tech.co.uk

Local Choir to perform Bach’s Mass in B Minor at their Spring Concert

At their Spring Concert, the Wombourne & District Choral Society will perform Bach’s Mass in B Minor. The concert will be held on Saturday 23rd March 2024 at the Church of St John’s in the Square, Wolverhampton commencing at 7.30pm. The conductor will be the Choir’s Musical Director, Edward Caine, with accompaniment by a professional orchestra of some 24 musicians and four soloists.

Tickets are £15 each with children under 16 free and can be bought from choir members, calling 01902 590974, online at the choir’s website www.wombournechoralsociety.org.uk, or by buying at the door on the night.

Page 2 To advertise call 07540 257743 email: arnoldsart@mac.com Whilst all reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, the publisher accepts no responsibility for omissions or errors within Villager. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher and no guarantee is given as to the competence of any person or business. Readers must check all facts themselves before entering into any commitment or incurring any expense. DEADLINE for April edition 8th March email : arnoldsart@mac.com Gas appliance servicing Heating maintenance and repairs Landlord inspections • Radiator and boiler installations LPG qualified Contact Ben Hatton Phone: 07764 440 185 Email: hattonsgasandheating@outlook.com Over 10 years’ experience, based in Brewood Long established business All solid fuel fires & appliances swept Reliable and competitively priced CERTIFICATES ISSUED Brush and Vacuum Chimney Sweeping Service Mark Smith Please call 01902 845128 or 07964 703721 THE SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST When You Choose VMS for a Service or MOT You Can Be Assured of: • Fast Same Day Service Always Our Aim. • Accurate Honest Advice. • Fully Trained Vehicle Technician. • Modern Up-to-Date Workshop. • Price Guarantee - We’ll Beat Any Dealer Quote. • Manufacturers Warranty Protected. • Free Collection and Delivery Service. • All Makes and Models Catered For. Call James Abbott @ Village Motor Services Brewood Kiddermore Green Road, Brewood ST19 9BQ Telephone: 07811 181270 www.vmsbrewood.co.uk SERVICES AVAILABLE • Servicing & MOT’s • Timing Belts • Diagnostics • Clutches & Gearboxes • Tyres & Puncture Repair • Air Con Re-Gas
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Why you should be planning your family Easter Holiday for 2025 now!

This might seem very early, after all we haven’t celebrated Easter 2024 yet. However, 2025 offers you the chance to bag a bargain holiday in destinations including Cyprus, Crete and Turkey.

Our advice is to double-check your school’s Easter Holiday dates as Easter is late next year, with Bank Holidays on the 18th April (Good Friday) and 21st (Easter Monday). In Staffordshire our school’s break-up on Friday 11th April 2025 and return on Monday 28th April 2025. However, in the southern counties most schools break up a week earlier on Friday 4th April and return on Tuesday 22nd April (after Easter Monday).

Why does this matter?

Put simply it means that there are great prices to be had for ‘early Easter holidays’ for 7 nights departing 4/5/6th April, and for ‘late Easter holidays’ departing on the 20/21st April. Conversely, the week to avoid is around 12th-19th April 2025 when prices are higher. When Easter holidays fall in March families head to the Canary Islands, Dubai and the Caribbean in search of winter sun. However, with Easter 2025 falling in April destinations including Cyprus, Crete and Turkey, with average temperatures between 16 and 22 degrees centigrade, are worthy of consideration. It may be a little chilly in the evening but book a resort with a heated pool and lots for the children to do, and you’ll find great value in these destinations.

Treat yourself to a week in a 5* ultra-all-inclusive hotel in Turkey, Cyprus or Crete with endless indoor and outdoor activities for adults and children to enjoy, and the great news is hotel aqua parks typically open on the 1st April. Our ‘go to’ list of hotel recommendations have some incredible prices (including free child places) for departures on the 5th April 2025 and the 20th April 2025. And remember you can secure your 2025 holiday with a small deposit (from £60 per person) and pay by monthly direct debit or pay your balance 14 weeks before travel. So, what have you got to lose?

Also visit our website www.gillybachelortravelexpert. co.uk for some holiday inspiration; you’ll find articles on why we are recommending holidaying in Turkey out of

season, and cross-Canada via rail.

Why book with us?

We are a travel agency, but we operate differently from an online holiday provider, or a high street travel agent as we offer a highly personalised service. However, you can be assured you’re in safe hands as we work under the umbrella of Hays Travel (the UK’s largest independent travel company). Everything we book is ABTA and ATOL protected.

Come and have a chat with us to find out how we work, and why clients choose to book their holidays with us. We have a lovely office in Brewood (ST19 9LT) where you can visit by appointment, or if you’re not local, we offer video meetings and calls.

Please call 01902 288104 or email gilly.bachelor@ notjusttravel.com to book an appointment. There is no charge for our service, and there’s never any obligation to book.

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Watch Manager celebrates 30 years’ service and encourages people to become an on-call firefighter

A Watch Manager who recently celebrated three decades of serving communities in Staffordshire is encouraging people to join the fire service as an on-call firefighter and make a difference.

It was back in 1993 when Paul Danby joined Brewood Community Fire Station as an on-call firefighter.

At the time of joining, Paul was working as a carpenter. It was encouragement and support from his wife and family that led to him taking the opportunity of joining us.

Paul became a Watch Manager in 2002 and, 31 years later, his dedication and passion remains the same and he is urging people to consider a career as an on-call firefighter.

“By becoming an on-call firefighter, you will learn valuable life-skills and there will be opportunities for career progression at the service.

The support Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service provide is second to none and you will feel part of the team straight away when you first join.

You’ll be able build your confidence and learn to work as a team, but, most importantly, make a difference to local communities and help those in their hour of need.”

On-call firefighters provide ‘on-call’ cover to their local fire station and respond to a range of emergencies and incidents as well as community initiatives.

Unlike full time firefighters, on-call firefighters are not based at the fire station 24 hours a day. When an emergency occurs, they will be notified by an alerter that they need to go to their fire station within five minutes.

Paul remembers: “One job I was called to involved a single-vehicle collision with a woman on the A449. We were the first emergency services to arrive at the scene.

I carried out life-saving CPR on the woman and she was then taken to hospital by paramedics.

Thankfully, she survived.”

Whilst admitting there have been plenty of ups and downs throughout his career as an on-call firefighter, the excitement for the role has always been there for Paul.

“I’ve loved every minute of my 30 years’ at the fire service. We’re able to make a difference to people’s lives everyday and that gives me such a buzz.

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From showing school pupils and Scouts around fire stations to giving fire prevention advice to vulnerable people, it feels rewarding knowing you’re making a difference. There really are career progression opportunities at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, and you never know, by joining the fire service it could change your life.” We

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Join the ‘Hour Shakespeare’ group at Perton Library for a ‘Shakespeare Selection’

Celebrate Shakespeare Week at Perton Library with the Hour Shakespeare group. The group will perform scenes from Shakespeare plays, take part in an audience Q&A session and you will also be able to request favourite pieces for the group to perform.

Perton Library - Tuesday 19th March 7:00pm-8:00pm (Please arrive for 6:45pm to be seated) FREE, but donations requested to cover the groups’ expenses. Refreshments available.

Please contact Perton Library for more information or to book on 01902 506050 or perton.library@staffordshire. gov.uk

Meet the Author JK Keane

Jessica will be at Perton Library to tell us all about her wonderful Mia books! Come along as we join Mia and her animal friends on their forest adventures.

Wednesday 27th March - 11am-12pm Free Age 5+

Contact Perton Library on 01902 506050 for more information.

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Brewood Dementia Support Group

Meets every Wednesday morning at The Community Hub, Brewood. Coffee Mornings, ‘Singing for the Mind’ and CST classes. A friendly welcome for Carers and Dementia sufferers. Contact Ann Richards on 07921 283927

Table Tennis for Adults in Brewood

Meet Tuesday 2-4, Tuesday 7-9, Thursday 2-4. Venue, The Hub’s Scout Building, Deansfield Rd, Brewood. ST19 9HT. Contact thehubtt@ hotmail.com for further info.

Brewood Voluntary Car Scheme

Provides transport to medical appointments for people in Brewood, Coven, Bishops Wood, Wheaton Aston or surrounds. If you need a lift or could volunteer to help please call 01902 851786 – Monday to Friday 9.30 – 12.00. Answer phone outside of these hours.

Brewood Cricket Club

Deansfield Road Brewood, ST19 9HX. New social members and players welcome. Senior, junior, women and girls’ teams available. A fully licensed bar and function room for hire. For enquires, please contact brewoodccjuniors@outlook.com

Brewood Chess Circle

Meet at British Legion Brewood, Tuesdays 7.30pm. Contact Roger Grainger on 01785 714301 or email roggrainger@btinternet.com

Codsall Forget Me Not Club

Wednesday 5pm or 7pm &Thursday 9.15am

Call Tessa 0773 838 8868

Perton Civic Centre

Thursday 4pm, 5.30pm and 7pm & Friday 9am

Contact Sheena 0796 207 5980

The Brewood Singers

Every Thursday 7.30-9.30pm, The Peakman Theatre, St. Dominic’s School, Brewood. Mixed-voice, 4-part choir who aspire to a high standard and enjoy singing as a hobby. All welcome. For further information contact Jen Beardsmore on 07900 693 754

Brewood W.I. meet on the first Wednesday of each month except August, in the Jubilee Hall at 7.30 pm. This is an opportunity to meet new friends and learn new skills.Visitors are always welcome. Want more information? Call 07702 749408 e: brewoodwi@gmail.com

Crown Green Bowling in Brewood

Engleton Lane. For information on learning to bowl, green opening times, membership, functions and fundraising campaigns contact Helen on 07864 370477 or helenpskidmore@gmail.com

Scout Group

Beavers (6-8 years) – Wednesday 6.00 ’til 7.00

Cubs (8-10.5 years) – Thursday 6.30 ’til 8.00 Scouts (10.5-14 years) – Monday 7.00 ’til 9.00 Explorers (14-18 years) – Monday 7.00 ’til 9.00 For more information please contact Sarah Northfield (GSL) on 07734 343520 or email 2ndbrewood@wolverhamptonnorthscouts.org.uk

AWAY DAYS : with Somerford Travel

Organising outings and holidays from the pickup points of Brewood and Coven. Outings second Wed each month. New members welcome. For further information ring: 01902 790479 or 01902 850963

Jubilee Hall

Site Supervisor Kim Sisson - 07702 022 370

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Brewood Contact Group

Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month 8pm. Informal meetings and social activities for thinking women. Contact Pauline Keates 01902 850536 for details. 2nd Brewood Brownies.

Meet term time only on Tuesday evenings 6-7pm at Brewood Community Hub, Deansfield Rd,Brewood. For girls aged 7-10 years. Contact Kelly Simpson 07587 363531.

Brewood Afternoon WI

Come along and make new friends, we meet 2nd Monday each month, Jubilee Hall 2pm till 4pm. Visitors always welcome. Contact brewoodafternoonwi@gmail.com or 01902 248178

Brewood Acoustic Music Club

Every Thursday at Brewood Cricket Club ST19 9HZ at 8pm Singers’ nights and monthly guest nights. Contacts - Frank: 07914 155852, Will: 01902 850422, Karen: 07875 480685, David: 01902 844394. Find us on Facebook: Brewood Acoustic Music Club.”

7th Singers’ night • 14th Singers’ night • 21st Fairfield - An evening not to be missed • 28th Singers’ night.

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Peace Memorial Hall

Available for hire, currently refurbished hall with drinks’ licence to any organisation or individuals. Hall complete with stage, kitchen and bar area. For bookings contact Lynn Lawrence 07412 089 546

South Staffs Recorder Group

Penkridge Methodist Hall, every second Sat in the month 2.30-5.00. All ages catered for (sorry, no absolute beginners). Full orchestra but no expectation to play more than one instrument. Interested? Contact 07759 432844 or email heathssrecorders@btinternet.com or turn up on the day

Penkridge Junior Football Club Sat morning Soccer School – on 3G pitch Penkridge Leisure - Boys & Girls of all abilities welcome ages 4-6 to enjoy playing football with our FA - qualified coaches. Penkridge Girls Wildcats also train on Sat mornings. Girls of all abilities age 6-11 wishing to play football welcomed. – Please contact Paul Mallaband 07887 625971, paulmallaband@yahoo.co.uk or Facebook @Penkridgejuniorfc

Codsall and Codsall Wood

Codsall & Bibrook Dementia Support Group

Regular Tuesday morning meetings at Trinity Methodist Church, Codsall A friendly welcome for Carers and Dementia Sufferers

‘Singing for the Mind’ & Coffee & Chat sessions

For more information & Dates Contact -Ann Richards on 07921 2834927

Codsall and Bilbrook Cancer Support Group

Meets on the 3rd Friday of the month at Trinity Methodist Church, Histons Hill, Codsall 10am to 12 noon. All welcome. Enquiries to Les and Angela Graham - Tel: 01902 846662

Codsall Dramatic Society

Meets every Wednesday from 7.30pm at Codsall Village Hall, Wolverhampton Road, Codsall. New members always welcome. Further information from www.codsalldramaticsociety.co.uk or by email at codsalldramaticsociety@gmail.com or leave a message on the regularly monitored ticket and messaging service at 01902 267 322

Codsall Forget-Me-Not Club for the over-60s

Wednesdays 2.15 - 3.45pm Station Rd, Codsall. Transport available from Bilbrook, Codsall & Oaken. Enquiries: 01902 844 717

Perton

Perton Jubilee Townswomen’s Guild Meet 1st Wednesday of the month, 7.15-9.15pm, Madeline Moore Room, Civic Centre, Perton. Visitors/new members very welcome, £3 per first two meetings.Business, interesting speaker and social time. Come and make some new friends. More information Gillian 07946 861057 or Sylvia 01902 754002.

Church At Perton

All welcome on Sundays for worship at 10.30am. Open for al1 12.30pm to 3.00pm Mondays and 10am-12.30pm remaining weekdays (Term Time). Wellbeing Café, 2nd Thursday each month, 1.30pm-3.00pm. For information about all activities for all age groups: www.churchatperton.net; Facebook: Church At Perton

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Coven Coven Forget-Me-Not Club Friendly Social Club for over 55s. Meet every Tuesday 2-4pm.at Coven Memorial Hall. Local transport available. Day Trips / Meals / Entertainment / Bingo / Raffles / Games & Quizzes etc. A cuppa, biscuits and a chat! Come and join us - all welcome. For details please contact Bill Gouldstone 01902 850171 Kim Shenton 01902 790777 or Marie Merrey 01902 398918
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Tettenhall and other local areas

The award-winning Tettenhall Operatic Company

A very friendly group that puts on concerts and a show each year and meets and rehearses on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30pm Sept to July at St Thomas of Canterbury’s RC Church Hall, Tettenhall. New members welcome to ‘try before they buy’. For further information visit our website at www.tettenhalloperatic.weebly.com or find us on Facebook.

Fordhouses Whist Club

We meet Mondays 12.15 for 12.30 pm start at Fordhouses Cricket Club, Wobaston Road, Wolverhampton WV9 5HH. Friendly club now welcoming new members, tuition given to Beginners. (Previously known as Codsall Whist Drive. Details from the Secretary 01902-593386 or Treasurer (01902-791998)

Newbridge M S Therapy Centre

Meadow View Wharf, WV6 0JT seeking voluteers. Call in for a chat and coffee between 10am – 4pm Monday to Friday, tel: 01902 744888. South Staffordshire Naturalists’ Society

Indoor Meetings 2nd Monday of the month, 7.30pm at Wolverhampton Cricket Club, September - March. Wildlife walks Sat/Sun throughout the year. Contact Pauline Keates. Tel. 01902 850536 email. paulinejkeates@hotmail.co.uk

Tettenhall Garden Club

Meets last Friday of month Feb-Nov. 7.15 for 7.30 at The Institute, Wood Road, Tettenhall Wood. All welcome. Become a member for discounted garden products. Contact http//tdhs.chessck.co.uk. Facebook Tettenhall & District Horticultural Society.

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Drive, Bishops Wood Fun and friendly exercise classes to improve your √ balance and confidence √ mobility and flexibility √ strength and independence Move it or Lose it®with Vanessa Classes now available: Mondays: 1.30-2.30pm The Oak Room, St Bart’s Church, Church Hill, Penn WV4 5JB Thursdays 1.20-2.30pm Coven Memorial Hall Fridays: 10.00am - 11.00am Beckminster Methodist Church, Birches Barn Road, WV3 7BQ £6 per class Call: 07815 540342 e: vanessa.price@moveitorloseit.co.uk www.moveitorloseit.co.uk
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If you’ve bought a new home or you just want to update your home decoration, a new carpet is a great way to bring some style while adding comfort. It can keep your room warm in winter and cool in summer. Carpet flooring also has the ability to absorb noise so it makes a room much quieter.

Choosing a carpet that’s suitable for your home can be quite a challenge, so to make your carpet selection easier here’s a quick guide:

Choosing colours - A darker coloured carpet can make a room feel cosier. A lighter coloured carpet can make the room appear larger. Choosing the right colour for your carpet is important because this can affect the colour scheme of the room and sometimes the entire house.

Choosing the fibre - Generally, wool, nylon, polyester, and olefin are popular choices. Each has its pros and cons depending on your needs. For instance, some fibres are more suitable than others if you have young kids or pets. Wool is used for high-quality carpets. Wool feels luxurious, warm and soft underfoot and is resilient and highly durable. Since this is natural, it’s hypo-allergenic. However, it stains pretty easily so you might want to clean up quickly when something spills.

Nylon: This man-made fibre is perfect for high-traffic areas such as the living room and the dining room. This is also an ideal choice if you have kids or pets because it is stain resistant so it cleans easily.

Polyester: Similar to nylon this is also stain resistant. Polyester also feels luxurious and soft and its appearance is similar to wool. But this is best used in low-traffic areas because once it has “matted” it will not spring back like other fibres.

Olefin: This is an inexpensive choice. It’s also stain resistant because it does not absorb liquid easily. Due to the way this fibre is coloured, it does not fade quickly and it can handle cleaning products without fading. However, it is fragile and more easily damaged than other carpets.

Choosing the type of carpet - Aside from the fibre and colour, you will need to choose the type of carpet you want. This can accentuate your home decor and provide an interesting style to your room. Carpets can be made with loop pile, cut pile, or a combination of cut and loop piles.

Loop pile or berber: This is recommended for formal rooms because of its elegant appearance but it’s not rec-

ommended if you have pets since it will snag their claws very easily.

Cut pile: This type of carpet is ideal for families with kids and pets because it will not snag like loops. Also, this has a more luxurious and traditional look than loop pile.

Cut and loop piles: A combination of the two, this type of carpet can be used to create a distinctive pattern across your floor such as squares and swirls, which is good for hiding dirt and footprints.

Maintenance is key to make your carpets last longer. Make sure to vacuum at least once a week and place a rug on areas that are most likely to soil such as the entrance. You should also remove liquid spills instantly with a stain remover recommended for your carpet.

Quinns’ Carpets mobile showroom is owned and run by brothers Mike and Ray who will be happy to help you with your choice of carpet.

We have more than 60 years’ experience between us supplying and fitting carpets and vinyls throughout the Midlands for homes, landlords and offices. We do the lot from point-of-contact. We take pattern books for you to look over in the comfort of your own home, so that you can have a better idea of colour and how it will look.

We measure, quote, supply and fit at a time to suit you. In addition we move furniture and uplift old carpets, taking the strain away from you, the customer. We don’t ask for any money until your carpet/vinyl is fitted and you are completely happy. We pride ourselves on reliability, honesty and just doing a good job.

Have a look at our website where some of our customers have commented on our services - www.quinnscarpets.co.uk testimonial. At Quinns’ Carpets we keep our overheads low and pass on the savings to the customer. Whatever your budget, we can supply and fit to suit. As we are the fitters we know where the savings are to be made when we estimate - we don’t sub-contract the work out and our carpets and vinyls are priced low to sell all year round.

We know money is hard to earn and easy to spend and customers need to know that they are getting a good deal. When dealing with us you are getting the personal touch, whether it is a small toilet or a whole house of flooring, we want the work. So if you want a new carpet or vinyl floor, call us - you won’t be disappointed.

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Like many traditions and festivities, Mothering Sunday began with a religious purpose. Held on the fourth Sunday in Lent, exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday, it was originally a day to honour and give thanks to the Virgin Mary, also known as Mother Mary.

Such celebrations required people to visit their ‘mother’ church - the main church or cathedral in a family’s area. The spread of Christianity throughout Europe in the 16th century increased the celebrations and firmly put Mothering Sunday on the calendar.

It was believed to be essential for people to return to their home ‘mother’ church to make it a true familyhonoured occasion. The gatherings reunited families and gave children who worked as domestic servants, or as apprentices away from home (from as early as ten years old), the opportunity to have the day off to join their family and see their mother.

Whilst the day had a firm following for many centuries since the 16th century, by 1935 it started to decrease in popularity and was celebrated less and less in Europe, until WWII. The Americans and Canadians celebrated Mother’s Day during the war, feeling a crucial need to give thanks to their mothers whilst away at war.

The Brits and other Europeans followed their comrades and they too gave thanks to their mothers; since then it earns pride of place on the UK calendar.

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