Issue 161
July/August 2012
Llanferres
PC PLUMBING HEATING & TILING Ÿ CENTRAL HEATING Ÿ COMBI BOILER INSTALLATION Ÿ KITCHEN APPLIANCES Ÿ FULL BATHROOMS Ÿ TILING
ALL WORK FULLY GUARANTEED & INSTALLED TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD
Call
07842072809
e: paolo@pcplumbingandtiling.co.uk
www.pcplumbingandtiling.co.uk
News & Views 3
Welcome are being noted and reported now you have been warned!. Well done to the Jubilee Party organising committee. What a fabulous party in a beautifully decorated Village Hall! And what a fantastic turn out from local people. It was an event to remember and one we were lucky to experience.
Don’t forget to get cracking with your entries for the Gardening Show on 1st September. Have a great Summer. Paul & Siobhan
We have received pleas for local Contact: residents to reduce speed when Paul & Siobhan Gothorp driving up Tyn Llan, on Cae Gwyn 2 Cae Gwyn and through Maeshafn. Children are Llanferres out and about playing and on the Mold Park in Cae Gwyn, and it is only a CH7 5SL matter of time before a child or pet is Tel: (01352) 810566 injured by a speeding resident. Email: newsandviews@llanferres.org Licence plates and names of offenders www.llanferres.org
A.C.S.
ALYN
WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES
Kennels & Cattery Ÿ Set in the beautiful Alyn Valley Ÿ Quality Care Ÿ Fully licensed & insured
Professional, reliable service Telephone: 01352 750342 Mobile: 07933 803 972 Email: arfontrevor@tiscali.co.uk Address: 28 Parc Hendy Mold CH7 1TH
Contact: Lorraine Hughes Alyn Kennels & Cattery Tan-y-Craig Leete Walk Pantymwyn Mold CH7 5EP Tel: 01352 740171
4 News & Views
Notices Happy Birthday to the following
July Birthdays Iwan Thomas on 3rd July Aislingh O'Garra on 7th July Alec Thomas who will be 21 on 12th July Si么n Edwards who will be 21 on 12th July Ben Ussher on 14th July Sam Llewellyn who will be 17 on 20th July Joe Hill who will be 8 on 25th July Helen Evans on 31st July
August Birthdays Isabella Foulkes who will be 11 on 1st August Isaac Le Vay who will be 13 on 1st August Alexi Gould who will be 16 on 5th August Niamh Roberts who will be 16 on 6th August Emily Prtak who will be 17 on 10th August Theo Le Vay who will be 11 on 10th August Max Griffiths who will be 19 on 11th August Barry Roberts on 17th August Josie Le Vay who will be 15 on 23rd August Gemma Madigan who will be 14 on 24th August
Ray Robinson We would like to thank everyone for their kind words of sympathy and condolences. Thank you to everyone who attended the service and for your generous donations too. The collection raised 拢474 for North West Cancer Research. Thanks also to Adrian Copping for a lovely service and to the Druid for the food and excellent reception.
From Ian, Paul, Ada and families If you would like a birthday or special announcement included in News & Views please send the details to: newsandviews@llanferrres.org or 2 Cae Gwyn, Llanferres, CH7 5SL
News & Views 5
Local news
An introduction to crafts CRAFT taster sessions are to be held at Llanferres Village Hall for anyone interested in learning a new skill, starting on Thursday, October 18, from 710pm. The sessions will run over a 10-week period, finishing on Thursday, December 13. The numerous crafts involved will include ribbon weaving, cross stitch, card making, Christmas decorations and felt work. Also covered will be an introduction to sewing – how to cut out a pattern, use a sewing machine, etc. To get an idea of what is on offer, anyone interested can come along to the first session on October 18 for free. Subsequent classes will cost £10 each and include all materials, plus tea/coffee and biscuits. · For further details, contact Jane on 01824 780607 (email clarke5ta@btinternet.com) or Gill on 01352 810510 (gillandgordon@hotmail.com)
Graham Johns Building and Plastering Specialising in:
Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ
Family business providing all types of soft landscaping for domestic gardens.
Internal Skimming Internal Rendering External Rendering
Including Lawn Care, Tree Work, Hedge Cutting, Weeding, Borders and Garden Clearance
Dry Lining Pebble Dashing Fibrous & Decorative Coving
t: 01352 810959 m: 07816 877998 NO JOBS TOO SMALL
High quality professional workmanship, reliable, clean, tidy and fully insured.
6 News & Views
July Diary Dates 1st 2nd
Sun 10.30 Holy Communion, Cilcain Mon
3rd
Tue
4th
Wed Llanferres Dance Club
5th 6th 7th 8th 9th
11th 12th 13th
Thu Fri Sat Route 76 Vale of Clwyd Beer Festival Sun 11.00 Family Service, St Berres Mon 6.00pm Gardening Club Trip to Penley 12noon Lunch Club, Caffi Florence Tue 7.00pm Bowls Club Wed Llanferres Dance Club Thu 7.30pm Community Council Meeting, Village Hall Fri Old persons welfare summer trip
14th
Sat
15th 16th
Sun 9.30 Holy Communion Mon
17th
Tue
18th
Wed Llanferres Dance Club
19th 20th
Thu Fri
10th
21st
Sat
22nd
Sun
23rd
Mon
7.00pm Bowls Club
7.00pm Bowls Club
9.30 Holy Communion
24th
Tue
25th
Wed Llanferres Dance Club
7.00pm Bowls Club
26th 27th 28th
Thu Fri Sat
29th
Sun
30th 31st
Mon Tue 7.00pm Bowls Club
10.30 Holy Communion, Nannerch
For updates and future dates see the What’s On page at www.llanferres.org
News & Views 7
Local news
Race for Life – June’s Angels take flight! Well done to Debby Lovell, Sue, Becky and Emma Clarke, plus Anna Gittins, Michelle Jones and Catherine Jones for completing the 5km ‘Race for Life’ event in Chester on June 24. They completed the course in a fantastic time of 25 minutes and in the process raised a total of over £700 for Cancer Research UK. All the girls would like to say a massive ‘Thank You!’ to all those in the village that donated to their team ‘June’s Angels’. Donations are still coming in and anyone who would like to add to their total can do so at http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/junes-angels5
ALL OUR STOVES HAVE BEEN CE TESTED AND PASSED TO CONFORM WITH CURRENT BRITISH AND EUROPEAN SAFETY STANDARDS
8 News & Views
August Diary Dates 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th 19th 20th 21st 22nd
Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
23rd
Thu
24th 25th 26th
Fri Sat Sun
27th
Mon
28th 29th 30th 31st
Tue Wed Thu Fri
7.30pm Whisky Masterclass, Druid Inn 1.30pm onwards, Music on a Summer's Afternoon, Miners Arms 7.00pm Bowls Club
12noon Lunch Club, Plas Hafod 7.00pm Bowls Club
September News & Views deadline 7.00pm Bowls Club
Summer Bank Holiday (Eng. & Wales) 11.30 Cilcain Show 7.00pm Bowls Club
Key Dates for September Saturday 1st Sunday 16th
Gardening Club Annual Show Vale of Clwyd Classic Car Rally Chain Reaction Cycles Mountain Bike Event
News & Views 9
Local News/Your Views
LUNCH CLUB
GRASS VERGE CUTTING
Thirty three people enjoyed a lovely meal at the Druid on 21 June and the next meeting will be at Caffi Florence on Tuesday 10 July. The events are proving popular and there is a great demand for places. The two course meal (including tea or coffee) costs ÂŁ6.50 each and it is essential to book beforehand by ringing Len Phillips on 01352 750311.
We are extremely concerned again, this is an annual event, on the length of grass on the verges entering Loggerheads from Ruthin direction. The hedgerow on this section is also neglected making the footpath approaching impassible for pedestrians. Egress from our drive is becoming extremely dangerous as traffic does at times approach at high speed. Why is this section of road always treated differently from the section before and after? I have to email Denbighshire CC every year on this issue. Perhaps somebody from the local council can follow this up please.
Lunches all start at 12 noon. See below for future dates.
Lunch Club Dates Lunch Club Venue Caffi Florence Plas Hafod Druid Llanferres Caffi Florence
Colin Bennion Derwen Deg, Ruthin Road, Loggerheads.
Date 10 July (Tuesday) 13 August (Monday) 20 September (Thursday) 16 October (Tuesday)
Need any sewing work done? Curtains,Valances, Pelmets, Blinds, Cushions, Clothing alterations Give Barbara a call on 01352 810485
10 News & Views
Church News Sunday Services for July 1st 8th 15th 22nd 29th
Holy Communion at 10.30 am at St Mary the Virgin, Cilcain Family Service at 11.00 am, remembering St Berres Holy Communion at 9.30 am Holy Communion at 9.30 am Holy Communion at 10.30 at St Michael & All Angels, Nannerch
Rev'd Phillip Bettinson Ordination and special Communion Rev'd Phillip Bettinson has been Assistant Curate in the Bro Famau Group of Parishes for a year now and will become a fully ordained Priest on Saturday 30th June at St Asaph Cathedral at 10.00 am. Phil will preside at the celebration of Holy Communion the following day, Sunday 1st July, at a group service at Cilcain at 10.30 am followed by a bring and share lunch. We are all invited to join Phil on this special day for him. St Berres' Day Family Service We shall be remembering our Patron Saint, St Berres, at the Family Service on 8th July at 11.00 am. 5th Sunday Service Following our usual practice, the fifth Sunday service will be at the Parish Church of Nannerch, followed by light refreshments. July Wedding On Friday 27th July, John Shirley and Michelle Evans will be marrying in St Berres. They both now reside in the Parish of Bistre but the bride only recently moved to Buckley and has lived all her childhood and early adult life in the Gwernymynydd part of our parish. Llanferres goes into the Bike Export business Three families recently retrieved forgotten bicycles from their garages and after refurbishment they will be sent by Rotary to Africa for the use of school children who currently walk a long way to school each day. ÂŁ10 was donated with each bicycle to meet some of the restoration and shipping costs. Services for August The services in August will follow the usual pattern.
News & Views 11
Community Council News - June Meeting From the minutes of the June meeting:Eight councillors were present, Councillor Yvonne Foden-McCorry sent her apologies. Declarations of interest:-Councillor Rob Armstrong declared an interest, ref church maintenance, and signed the book accordingly. Meeting open to the public for ten minutes:- The hedge next to the bus shelter at Pont y Mwynwr crossroads was obscuring vision and needs cutting. It was reported that the bus stops in Mold were badly signed where the road diversions were in place during the current road works. County Councillor Martyn Holland promised to report the matter to the transport department. In his report to the Community Council, Councillor Holland declared that he has been elected to the Corporate Governance Committee (formally the Audit Committee); he is still attending training sessions for County Councillors; parking at Loggerheads is still being negotiated; because the A494 is a trunk road the agency will not consider further speed restrictions on the Loggerheads stretch but is looking at alternative options; he has reported the condition of the road surface in Ty'n Llan; a member of the public had complained that the new road surfaces in Maeshafn were so good that people were speeding through the village. Councillor Holland also reported that two representatives of Welsh Water had attended Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community Council meeting the previous evening to answer questions regarding the sewage pipe to be laid from Eryrys to Llanferres. They explained that the route of the 6 inch pipe had been chosen and/or altered to prevent damage to properties or trees. New pumping facilities would
be installed at the existing sites at Eryrys and Llanferres. The work was due to start in late June and should be finished by Christmas. Five Councillors from Llanferres had attended this meeting. The minutes of the May meeting were signed as a true record. Landscape project:- Councillors had met with a representative from the 'Keep Wales Tidy' group, who are assisting with the project, and work should begin soon on landscaping the Memorial Stone to make it more accessible to the public. Logging Charities:- The scheme to supply logs to the community with the money going to various charities had now concluded and over £9,000 had been distributed to the nominated charities. Denbighshire Eisteddfod:- A committee is being organised in the village to raise funds for the Eisteddfod and four Councillors volunteered to assist. The Council agreed to supply £350 towards St Berres Churchyard Maintenance and to pay the election expenses of £1074-22. There were no planning matters and there was no further information in reference to the acquisition of the playing field in Maeshafn. A letter had been received from June Healey thanking the Community Council for their donation of £200 towards the cost of the Jubilee Celebrations but, as they had not needed to spend it all, she enclosed a cheque for £25-50 for unused cash. The next meeting of the Community Council will be on Thursday 12th July 2012 at 7.30 pm in the Village Hall. John Almond. Vice Chairman
12 News & Views
CAFFI
FLORENCE
True Taste of Wales Award winning café in the heart of Loggerheads Country Park
Breakfast Morning Coffee Lunches Traditional Afternoon Teas Ice cream & snacks Homemade bread & cakes baked daily and everything cooked on site from scratch
10am – 5pm everyday (full menu served until 4pm) MENDELSSOHN IN NORTH WALES Friday 7 September : CAFFI FLORENCE A fascinating musically illustrated presentation by local composer and music teacher Reuben Vincent on the visit of Mendelssohn to Rhydymwyn North Wales in 1829 and his visits to Loggerheads. 7pm for hot pot supper 7.45pm for talk only
tickets £12.50 tickets £5
Please book through CAFFI FLORENCE www.caffiflorence.co.uk 01352 810397 info@caffiflorence.co.uk
fresh • local
• seasonal • homemade
News & Views 13
Monthly recipe from CAFFI FLORENCE Simple Strawberry Cheesecake This is a great, simple, no cook cheesecake that makes the best of the summer's strawberries. It is a little wicked, but so are all the best desserts. 250g digestive biscuits 100g melted butter 1 vanilla pod 600g soft cheese 100g icing sugar 284ml tub double cream 400g strawberries 25g icing sugar To make the base Butter and line a 23cm loose-bottomed tin with baking parchment. Put the biscuits in a plastic food bag and crush to crumbs using a rolling pin. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and pour over the melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are completely coated. Tip them into the tin and press firmly down into the base to create an even layer. Chill in the fridge for 1 hr to set firmly. To make the filling Place the soft cheese, icing sugar and vanilla seeds in a bowl, then beat until smooth. Tip in the cream and continue beating until the mixture is completely combined Spread the cream mixture onto the biscuit base. Leave to set in the fridge overnight. Take cheesecake out of fridge 30 mins before serving and place on serving plate. Purée half the strawberries in a blender or food processor with 25g icing sugar and 1 tsp water & sieve. Arrange the remaining strawberries over the cake and pour over the purée to serve.
www.caffiflorence.co.uk 01352 810397 info@caffiflorence.co.uk
fresh • local
• seasonal • homemade
14 News & Views
News & Views 15
Call Danny LaFlamme 01352 810350 07791 674216 Or visit www.moneysavingtoday.co.uk
16 News & Views
Local News Thanks to all who turned out on a very wet day (which put pay to the bouncy castle – sorry Matthew) to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee, a great time was had by all. I’d like to give a big THANK YOU to the following: The Jubilee Committee (Jane G, Mel, Rob, Ian, Jac and Tim) for their commitment and Jac for entering and winning a jubilee pack and vouchers from The Co01352 810264) and finally the tea ladies – you’ve got the job! (see photo on the front page) We asked for £1.00 per pint donations for the beer which raised £80.00, this was split between Llanferres Playing Field Assoc and Alzheimers Society – Thank you
op, The Community Council and The Village Hall Committee for their financial support, Yvette and Llanferres Dance Club for a brilliant Jive demo, Jim & Julie for kindly donating a keg of beer, all the lovely ladies who made cupcakes, the kind people who gave donations, Adrian for providing the sound system and Dan for providing the music, Gilly and the army of volunteers who help set up and clear the next day. (I have a large Tupperware and a Silver Jubilee mug which belong to someone – ring
Here’s to the next one in 10 years’ time! June
News & Views 17
Fancy learning to jive like these professionals? join the Llanferres Dance Club on a Wednesday at the Village Hall. Contact Yvette on 01352 741112 or 07863 293311
More Jubilee pictures at www.llanferres.org
YSGOL BRO FAMAU 100 CLUB JUNE 2012 DRAW ~ 1st Prize £40 Gill & Gordon Sankey ~ 2nd Prize £24 J Burrows ~ 3rd Prize £14 Janet Devine
18 News & Views
News & Views 19
Gardening Club news Llanferres Parish Gardening Club Our meeting held on Monday June 11th had as its guest speaker David Shiel, Chief Ranger for our area AONB. In his well illustrated talk about the history of Moel Findeg, David stressed how important this area is. Bought in 1999 with Lottery funds and Maeshafn villagers raising money, and now managed by the Countryside Services, this area is precious because it contains valuable heathland. Half the world's heathland is in the UK and we have a duty to preserve it. This "patch" supports Common lizard, Adder and Grass snakes and the pond contains Smooth, Palmate and rare Great crested newts. Now with ponies to control the spread of shrubs and trees, Moel Findeg seems to be in safe hands. On July 9th the club is visiting Park Cottage at Penley, Wrexham by kind permission of Dr S.J. Sime. We intend to leave from Llanferres at 6pm. The charge will be ÂŁ5 to include entrance and refreshments. Non-members are welcome by telephoning the Secretary. Our meeting in August will, as usual, be used to arrange the final details of our Annual Show, which this year will be on Saturday, September 1st. As we did last year, we will have a plant stall at the show and donations of plants etc will be most welcome. Mrs Joan Almond Hon Secretary ( 810808
Tim Griffiths Sales & Design Tel: 07736 544 736 or (01352) 758484 Email: Enquiries@artisanwindows.co.uk
For inspiration visit www.artisanconservatories.co.uk
20 News & Views
High quality kitchens at very low prices
n
Kitchen and worktop designs with a large variety of styles.
n
We offer an expert service from kitchen advice to supply and installation at an affordable price.
n
All our units come preassembled from the factory to guarantee a great quality unit.
n
Show us any genuine quote and we will try our best to beat it.
n
Why not give us a call for a free no obligation quote and let us help you to build a kitchen to be proud of.
Call: 01244 546149 or 01244 549458 Mobile: 07842072809 or 07849578500
Flintshire Kitchens
News & Views 21
SHERBORNE LIFT AND RISE ELECTRIC RECLINERS AT RUTHIN ONLY
£599
HALF PRICE ● Choice of 80 Fabrics ● 5 year guarantee ● Helps arthritis, rheumatism, backache ● Matching sofas and chairs ● VAT free if registered disabled
T
ru
st t h i s m a n
PINE AND OAK DIRECT (Next to Ruthin Tesco)
FreephonE for more details
0800 7311 490
22 News & Views
LLANFERRES PARISH GARDENING CLUB 38TH ANNUAL SHOW To be held at
THE VILLAGE HALL LLANFERRES SATURDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 2012 Doors Open at 2-00pm Trophies will be presented at 2-30pm
Admission charges: Adults ÂŁ1 Juniors 50p Show Schedules and Entry Forms available from: Mr D Jones 810511 Mrs Glenys Roberts 810358 Mrs J Almond 810808 or online at www.llanferres.org Entry forms to be received by Mrs Glenys Roberts, 7 Tyn Llan, by 6pm on Wednesday 29th August or may be submitted by telephone to Mr David Jones (810511) by 6pm on 29th August All exhibits must be staged between 8am and 10-30am on the day of the show
News & Views 23
CLASSES TROPHY/CUP/SHIELD AWARDED TO EACH SECTION Garden Section: Restricted Classes 1-33 Vegetables and Fruit Flower Section: Restricted Classes 40-62 Largest Produce Section: Restricted Classes 65-83 Floral Art Section:Open Classes 85 -93 Pot Plants Section: Restricted Classes 95 to 107 Junior Section:Open Classes 110-114 (up to 10 yrs) Classes 115 -119 (11 to 16 yrs) Photographic Section: Open Classes 125 to 131 Home Section: Open Classes 135 to 156 Adult Handicraft: Open Classes 160-169 Art Section: Open Adult Classes 170-175 Junior Classes 177-179 Restricted Classes:-Llanferres Residents and Club Members
24 News & Views
Local news A glorious summer’s day greeted the wedding of Miss Lucy Amanda Tarran (younger daughter of Mr Norman & Mrs Susan Tarran) with Mr Alan James Lashmar (son of Mr Christopher and Mrs Barbara Lashmar) The bride was radiant in an Alfred Angelo strapless gown of ivory satin adorned with crystal & sequin embroidery & a half cathedral train. Her veil was held by a diamante tiara & matching pins. She was attended by her elder sister Mrs Julia Stanbury and her childhood friend Miss Hazel Headley in full length strapless gowns of cobalt blue georgette. All three carried posies of cream rosebuds. Junior bridesmaid was Miss Scarlett Lashmar wearing a white chiffon ballerina length dress & blue sash scattered with floating embroidered butterflies, and carrying a fairy wand embellished with a single rose. Best man was the groom’s friend Mr Mark Brown, and page boys Adam Lashmar & Daniel Stanbury also attended.
The bride’s mother wore a floral dress of pink, lilac & teal on ivory organza with an ivory organza picture hat and matching stole. The groom’s mother wore an African Violet 2-piece ensemble with matching feather fascinator. The reception & wedding breakfast were held at the Beaufort Park Hotel at Alltami. Lucy & Alan will live in Ellesmere Port.
News & Views 25
Neat ‘n’ Clean ü ü ü ü ü
CARPET - UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS
Leather upholstery cleaning Domestic and commercial cleaning Seasonal and one-off cleans Builder’s Cleans Ironing Service
Quality cleaning at affordable prices Reliable family run business since 1991 Commercial work undertaken
Call Debbie on 01352 752944
Call 01352 744850
Produce your own eggs P.o.l. Pullets /Growers/Day old pullets to order.
Pure breeds. Cross breed layers. Trio’s. Your Eggs hatched to order. Then reared till off heat if Rqd.
Alan Clinton. 01352 810507 Bryn Teg. Maeshafn.
26 News & Views
Local news Llanferrres Over 60s Club We had a very interesting talk by Wynne Davies of the "Witness Support" group based at Mold courts. They are volunteers who support and look after witnesses who have to attend all sorts of cases at the Crown Court and Magistrates Court. Being a witness at a long murder or abuse case can be very traumatic especially for people with health, age, travelling, child-care and other difficulties. The group do a great job of help and assistance. GARDENING
or DOG WALKING
We have no meeting in July as we have the Village outing instead but we'll be back in September.
Do you need help with either of these?
Enjoy the rest of the summer (if and when we get it)!!!!!!!!!!
Then call me on 01352 810559
Olive 810 294
Betty 810 722
‘Llain Hir’ – 4-bedroom house, sleeps 8 (+cot). Situated on seafront with first floor balcony providing superb views of St Tudwal’s islands and the Cambrian coastline. The house is literally a stone’s throw from the beach, within walking distance of the town centre, Pwllheli Golf Club, the leisure centre and the marina. All bed linen provided along with well equipped kitchen, colour TV, washing machine, dishwasher etc and barbecue area to the rear. Pets welcome by prior arrangement.
For bookings or enquiries please Available all year round for weekly lets ring Simon or June Lovell. from £245, or mid week/long weekend Tel: 01352 810582 breaks. Mob: 07900 404767
News & Views 27
John & Gilly look forward to welcoming you at
The Miners Arms Maeshafn Tel 01352 810464 E mail: johnminers@talktalkbusiness.net Opening hours Monday & Tuesday 6.00pm -11.30pm Wednesday to Friday 12.00noon - 3.00pm 6.00pm - 12 midnight Saturday & Sunday 12 noon -12 midnight Food served Lunch Wednesday to Friday 12 noon - 2.00 pm Saturday 12 noon - 3.00 pm Sunday 12 noon - 4.00 pm Main courses £5.95 or £7.95 Dinner Wednesday to Saturday 6.00pm - 9.00pm Forthcoming Events Music on a Summer's Afternoon Sunday August 5th 1.30 pm onwards Kitchen Closed Wednesday July 4th Re-opens Wednesday July 11th
28 News & Views
Whatever you’ve got in mind If you’re thinking wood think Pip’s Wood Proprietor Pip Verholleman hails from Belgium, learning his trade from a young age and to say he is a perfectionist, is a major understatement! Now based in North Wales, Pip specialises in solid oak flooring and can supply and fit the finest quality oak to the very highest standards. No matter how small or how ambitious your plans - give Pip a call for an informal chat about the possibilities. He’ll provide you with a no obligation quotation that may surprise you.
§ § § § § § §
Flooring Kitchen fitting Skirting boards Doors Book Cases Decking Panelling
call Pip on
07733 032 730 for a free, no obligation quotation Or email wood@pipswood.co.uk Visit the website for some more examples of Pip’s work: pipswood.co.uk
Pip’sWood
News & Views 29
Yo ur se loca cu rity l sp ec ial ist Intruder Alarms Closed Circuit TV Automatic Gates & Barriers Takeover Maintenance and Service
In the UK we spend more time and money on our homes than anywhere else in the world
Is yours protected ? For advice and support call AGS today !
01352 707888 t: 01352 707888 f: 01352 707889
Field Way Denbigh Road Mold Flintshire CH7 1BP
e: info@ags-security.co.uk www.ags-security.co.uk
30 News & Views
MOEL FAMMAU PICTURE FRAMERS Bespoke picture framing
Denise Jones 01352 741608 07831 567896 argoed59@btinternet.com Argoed, 18 Lon Cilan Cilcain, Mold. CH7 5PL
FLINTSHIRE DRIVING SCHOOL þ Patient and friendly instruction þ Advice and assistance for theory test
L
þ Free first lesson þ Lessons tailored to suit your individual needs þ Free handouts at the end of every lesson to get to test standard sooner Ring Simon: 01352 741915 Mobile: 07748078746 Local DSA approved instructor
News & Views 31
News from the Druid GUEST ALE This month’s single hop beer will be STYRIAN (4.0% Abv) made from a Slovenian Hop. Grown in the heart of Slovenia, this hop has taken on its own character due to the local climate and soil conditions. With hugely aromatic, floral and spicy character, it’s one not to miss.
Village Lunch Club WHISKY OF THE WORLD 5TH MASTERCLASS Saturday 4th August David and Brian will present this excellent evening of entertainment with an opportunity to taste some interesting whiskies produced from some of the 24 whiskyproducing countries. Great value - includes whisky tasters and supper, £25 per person.
The first Lunch Club hosted by the Druid was a great success. Thank you to all those who attended. The next event is at Caffi Florence on 12th July and we welcome everyone back at the Druid on 20th September. Make sure you contact the organisers in advance as places are limited. Thank You.
STEAK NIGHT
EVERY THURSDAY & FRIDAY
8oz sirloin, Grilled Tomato & Chips - £10.95 8oz Rib-eye, Grilled Tomato & Chips - £11.95 8oz Fillet, Grilled Tomato & Chips - £14.95
Choose from a selection of curries below !!!
Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ
Chicken Tikka Masala All served with Rice and Naan Chicken Korma Bread Red Thai King Prawn Beef Madras Chicken Jalfrezi All Keema Mince Lamb Lamb Rogan Josh Chickpea, Sweet Potato & Spinach(V)
£6.99
Don’t Forget The Extras !!! Peppercorn Sauce garlic Butter Add a jumbo Onion Rings prawn skewer Mushrooms £3.50 £1.50 each
The
DRUID Llanferres INN Tel: 810225 www.thedruidinn.com
32 News & Views
Annual old peoples welfare summer trip Friday 13th July to Anglesey this year, coffee stop on route 2 hrs in beautiful Beaumaris for lunch shopping sightseeing or relaxing A little island tour, then 2 course dinner plus coffee at 5pm in Deganwy home 8ish £5 per person - hope you don’t mind Leaving Llanferres 9am usual pick ups Please let committee members know ASAP if you’d like to join us: Jenny Studley, Sandra Jones, Ann Woodwood, Rob & Joan Jones, Daryl Austin, Glenys Roberts, Yvonne McCorry, Maureen Hill Looking forward to seeing you all.
Ysgol Bro Famau Sponsored Walk up Moel Famau
FOR RENT 3 Bed semi-detached unfurnished family home in Llanferres £650 per month Thank you to everyone who took part on the day and for those who sponsored them. We have raised nearly £700 half of which will be donated to Cancer Research. Thank you on behalf of Ysgol Bro Famau PTFA
Lounge, kitchen/diner, bathroom/shower, gas central heating, parking for several vehicles, easy maintained front and rear gardens Contact 07711 104490 for full details.
MTH Preservations Ltd Building and Maintenance Contractors
Tim Healy Tel: 01352810264 Mob: 07786444461 Email: mthpreservations@btconnect.com
News & Views 33
A note from your County Councillor Six weeks into my new term of office and I am beginning feel that I am suffering from information overload. All new members are receiving intensive training in all aspects of local government from child care to housing policy and finance to education to name but a few. Most of the key committee positions have now been filled and I am pleased to say that I will be sitting on the Councils Corporate Governance Committee which basically acts as an audit function. With my back ground in finance I am looking forward to my new role.
Often it is other local residents who are the guilty parties and in one village they are now taking the numbers of regular offenders. Please help us all to keep our roads safe by killing your speed and having respect for the type of roads we are all using.
Once again the grass cutting season is here and Highways are dealing with our road side verges. In some areas the first cut is restricted to what is called a biodiversity cut, in other words the verges will be left until all wild flowers have seeded. After the election I submitted a long list of They are expected to cut the grass at key highway issues that were raised by voters road junctions and so please let me know across the ward. These varied from no if this is not happening in your area. speed limits, to people exceeding existing limits. From pot holes to resurfacing roads I attended Jubilee events in all the main and this week I will be joining someone villages and although the weather was from highways to visit all the sites on the unhelpful this did not stop our list. Sadly highways are one of those communities coming together and having departments that seem to have a no can do a great time. My congratulations go to attitude and so I am looking forward to an those who arranged what was a very interesting journey. successful party in Llanferres despite the weather. Many people in our area are concerned about the speed of traffic through their Regards. villages and sadly where the roads have been resurfaced speeds have increased. Martyn L Holland. One resident recently asked if she could Tel. 01824 780703 have some of the pot holes back just to e.mail help stop cars speeding in her local narrow martyn.holland@denbighshire.gov.uk lanes. Denbighshire seems to move very slowly when it comes to appointing Councillors to committees and outside bodies which cannot be good for all those involved.
34 News & Views
6
News & Views 35
Local news DENBIGHSHIRE RURAL TRANSPORT SCHEME LLANFERRES COMMUNITY CAR This is a free service offered to pensioners and handicapped people who do not own cars and cannot access public transport. It is funded by Denbighshire County Council and run by volunteer drivers, who are paid a 'mileage' to cover fuel and maintenance costs. It can be used for: ● ● ● ● ● ●
Appointments with G.P.s Appointments with Dentists, Chiropodists, Osteopaths, Collection of prescriptions Visiting close relatives and friends in hospital. Weekly food shopping trips Attending activities specifically arranged for pensioners and the handicapped. E.g. Darby and Joan Clubs, Over 60's Clubs. Contact Olive Parry 01352 810294 olive.parry@btinternet.com
Baby Sitting
Need a baby sitter? Why not give Niamh Roberts a ring on:
0781 698 6123 or 01352 810524 Woodland for Rent
£6 per week. Approximately 1 acre of hillside woodland very suitable for keeping pigs
Contact Jonathan Fagan for further details on 01352 810373 or jbfagan@ten-percent.co.uk
36 News & Views
Maeshafn CC news As I write this, I am staring out from my cabin across to where Llanferres/Moel Famau ought to be, but alas I can only see sheets of rain.
Since writing my last column Mr Rhun Jones has been spotted on numerous occasions in the parish of Llanferres and HMP Liverpool but, as no-one has paid the membership fee to join the This season has been a bit of a wash official Rhun Jones Spotting Club, I am out, with matches getting cancelled afraid I cannot reveal what clothes are left right and centre. currently in fashion in the Jones household, nor his various activities. So far we have only played 5 league games, which is half the amount we Dave Williams has retired from the are due to have played by now. cricket club and joined a hippy Maeshafn were 2nd in the league last commune, where he holds regular talks time I checked, which is always nice, on how to use hugging to get inner but there are some very good teams in happiness. He is making a guest our league these days and I suspect we appearance on tour with Maeshafn CC may finish up about 5th or 6th. later in the season, along with professional octogenarian ballroom As you will see from the following there dancer and lothario Mr Derek Parsons. is now very little to write about in terms of cricket, so I think this will be the last Steve Pugh (aka 'Chirky' or 'XL') is column for a while! presently suing the ECB for falsely
LEWIS & HUNTER Contracting Ltd ~Surfacing ~ Paving ~ Ground Works ~ Paths ~ Drives ~ Roads ~ Car Parks
News & Views 37
Maeshafn CC news representing that it is possible to keep wicket with his head, legs and arms rather than his hands. He still loses his teeth from time to time when batting. Aled Jones has sprouted a moustache and taken to throwing quoits rather than cricket balls (which is a blessing because the majority of the balls he threw went backwards including one infamous 6), Sean Thomas was last seen collecting conkers somewhere in Stratford and Tom Hall is happily married with a wife and six kids.
African runner, but as you the reader would not have a clue who I am talking about, I suspect it is time to call it a day on my rantings in the Llanferres News and Views. The club is still here, so if you want to get out of the house for lengthy periods of time at a weekend and disappear to a field somewhere in North Wales, please get in touch via my number on the back of the News and Views. Jonathan, Secretary
Maeshafn Cricket Club continues onwards and upwards, but it has now moved to foreign climates such as Gwernaffield and Buckley. I could tell you all about Big Kev (nicknamed 'the Udder' because parts of his anatomy dangle further than they ought to), Mr Chumley Warner, a batsman scared of bathing and Bazza, the suicidal South
Scaffolding Tower available for hire 14 foot, as seen next to Ian's house in Maeshafn for the last few weeks! Can deliver and collect. Reasonable rates Contact Jonathan Fagan on 01352 810373 or jbfagan@ten-percent.co.uk
38 News & Views
News & Views 39
Nature Notes I was recently admiring Greenwinged orchids(Orchis morio) in a field where they proliferate when I observed that growing near every clump of orchids were the diminutive Adderstongue fern (Ophioglossum vulgatum). I speculated whether there is a symbiotic relationship between the two. All orchids have a relationship with the underground stems of certain fungi which supply food to the dust-like orchid seeds and Adderstongue ferns also need ground fungi to enable them to flourish. In fact Adderstongues spend a considerable part of their lives underground before they break through the surface. Both species need a nutrient poor soil and are regarded as indicators of ancient meadows. I have done considerable research but I cannot find any reference to a symbiotic relationship between the two plants but I do wonder if they both rely on the same fungus. However, I have not been able to verify that either. Green-winged orchids are similar to, and easily confused with, Early purple orchids, which are quite common in our area, but can be distinguished from the latter in that there are parallel green veins on the side lobes of the Green-winged (hence the name) and the leaves are unspotted, whereas the Early purple leaves have dark spots and blotches. Adderstongue fern is a diminutive plant usually only about 2-4 inches(5-10cms) tall, but can in exceptional circumstances reach 12 inches(30cms). It resembles a tiny
wild arum (Lords and Ladies) having a single pointed oval leaf and a single green fertile spike from which come the spores. I have never found it in our area or in the proximity of other orchids but, perhaps, I just have not looked hard enough. Insects have been scarce during the recent unseasonably bad weather and one wonders what effect it will have on the breeding success of those birds which feed entirely on insects such as Swallows, Martins and Swifts. It must also have consequences for those birds that feed on caterpillars as they are the immature stage of insects. Swifts, however, have a survival strategy in that, when the weather is cold or food scarce, they can go into a sort of torpor so that they use less energy. Adult birds can survive in this state for a couple of days but nestlings can last for even five days. The nestlings rate of growth varies according to the food supply and they may spend anything from 35 to 56 days in the nest. Swifts spend all their lives in flight, feeding, mating and sleeping and only land to actually nest. As they do not breed until two or three years old they, therefore, remain in the air for that length of time from leaving the nest. It is often assumed that Swifts are the fastest flyers of all birds but the Hobby, a small falcon, can out fly a Swift and is its only avian predator.
John Almond
01352 810808
40 News & Views
Take A Break
Crossword and quiz answers over the page
Sudoku
Crossword Across 7 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 20 21 22 23
Down
Road with houses each 1 Depots (6) side (6) 2 Existed (4) Attorney (6) 3 Piled (7) At liberty (4) 4 Dull (5) Fight (8) 5 After sunset (8) Promised (7) 6 Save (6) Be in accord (5) 12 First floor (8) Spectre (5) 14 Protective spectacles (7) Most delicate (7) 16 Chased relentlessly (6) Entering a country by 18 Wages (6) force (8) 19 Takes care of (5) Assist (4) 21 Joints above the thighs Dreaded (6) (4) Skilled (6)
Quick Quiz 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The Human Body A sorcerer called Gargamel is the arch-enemy of which group of characters, who first appeared in a comic in 1958? The Itchy And Scratchy Show is a cat and mouse style cartoon that appears within the TV show The Simpsons, but which one of Itchy and Scratchy is the mouse? Mr. Freeze, The Scarecrow and Two-Face are all villains of which comic book superhero? Which cartoon character is the aunt of triplets called April, May and June? In 1993, the character of Beryl the 7. In the comic strip Peanuts, what breed of dog Peril joined the Dandy, but in is Snoopy? which other comic did she 8. With which cartoon character would you originally feature? associate the catchphrase "drat and double What were the surnames of drat"? animation directors William and 9. By what name are Cuthbert, Danny, 'Erbert, Joseph who founded the cartoon Fatty, Plug, Sidney, Smiffy, Spotty, Toots and production company responsible Wilfrid better known collectively in a longfor characters such as Yogi Bear, running comic strip? Tom and Jerry, and the 10. Chart-topper Orville Burrell took his stage Flintstones? name from which cartoon character?
News & Views 41
Local Councillors Martyn Holland, Denbighshire County Councillor for Llanferres, Llanarmon yn Ial & Llandegla. 01824 780703 martyn.holland@denbighshire.gov.uk Gwyneth Dillon, Clerk to Llanferres Community Council, 01978 790269 Llanferres Community Councillors David Jones, Chairman, 01352 810511 John Almond, Vice Chairman, 01352 810808 Rob Armstrong, 01352 810259 Jac Armstrong, 01352 810259 Margaret Davies, 01352 810491 Yvonne Foden-McCorry, 01352 810867 Rob Jones, 01352 810500 Olive Parry, 01352 810294 Dave Twomey, 01352 810690 Please contact any of the above if you have anything you would like to be brought to the attention of your Community Council. Awarded
Best B&B in Britain By Period Living Magazine
Bryn Tirion is a snug and cosy 17th Century cottage in beautiful surroundings with panoramic views in an area of outstanding natural beauty, making it a paradise for walkers and nature lovers. Private parking, heating and all electricity are inclusive to all our rates of stay, plus colour television and all linen. FREE wi-fi. For further details contact Mrs Sylvia Hughes
Telephone: (01352) 810444 Email: sylvia@bryn-tirion.com Website: www.bryn-tirion.com We apologise that we allow no pets, and the cottage is strictly no smoking
42 News & Views
Village Organisations Archery Club - lan Logan, Tryfan, 17 Cae Gwyn, Llanferres Tel: 810627 Badminton Club - June Healy Tel: 810264 Bowling Club - Every Tuesday in the village hall, 7pm - 9pm Contact Dave Twomey Tel: 810690. Church - Rev'd Adrian Copping, The New Rectory, Rectory Lane, Llanferres Mold, CH7 5SR Email: adriancopping@hotmail.com Rector's Warden - Josh Griffiths, Jontindale, Ruthin Road. Tel: 810853 People's Warden - Mr. Brian Skelhorn 16 Cae Gwyn. Tel: 810422 Clwydian Conservation Campaign - Pen y Chwareli, Pant Ddu Road, Nercwys CH7 4DD Llanferres Holiday Club ( School Holiday Child Care) Becky Thomas, Booking Officer Tel: 01352 759263 or mobile 07530 721953 Gardening Club - Mrs Joan Almond, 20 Cae Derwen, Llanferres. Tel: 810808 Llanferres Alcoholic Mountain Biking Soc. (LAMBS) - Gordon Jones Tel: 810305 Llanferres Community Council - Mrs Gwyneth Dillon, Rhosddigre, Llandegla, LL11 3AU Tel: 01978 790269 Llanferres Playing Field & Recreation Association - Secretary, Simon Hodge. Tel: 810686 Maeshafn Cricket Club - Secretary: Jonathan Fagan. Tel: 810373 Old People's Welfare Committee - Secretary, Yvonne Foden-McCorry Tel: 810867 PTFA Ysgol Bro Famau - Chair, Kym Willis 07578392305 / 01824 780888 Llanferres Over 60s Club - Olive Parry. Tel: 810294 Village Hall Booking Secretary Village Hall Management Committee - Chairman, Rob Armstrong. 810259 1
QUIZ ANSWERS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Sudoku solution online at: www.llanferres.org
The Smurfs Itchy Batman Daisy Duck The Topper Hanna and Barbera A beagle Dick Dastardly The Bash Street Kids Shaggy (from Scooby-Doo)
7
S
2
S T
R
O
3
W E
E
R
4
S
8
T A
9
5
B
6
T
R
L
A W Y
E
U
I
S
R
10
F
R
E
E
C O N
E
K
11
12
A
S
S
F
L
T
I
C
I
U
A G R
E
T
13
U R E
D
E
14
P 15
16
U I
N
F
Crossword solution
E D
T
H
V A
A
M
D
18
S O 19
T
T 22
G 17
G H O S 20
D
F
T
E
G
I
N G
I
N
L
R E
D
S
S
23
E S
S
T
A 21
X
H E
L
I
A
P S
E
R Y
P T
44 News & Views
We offer a complete home care & cleaning service to make life easier for you, some of our services are listed below:REGULAR, ONE OFF & SPRING CLEANING SERVICES Weekly, fortnightly, monthly & one off visits tailored to meet your requirements RENTAL PROPERTIES Landlords, Tenants, Agents - all areas of rental property maintenance catered for, cleaned and presented to a standard for book out and letting TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF MOVING Have the property you are leaving or moving to cleaned OVEN CLEANING Have your oven, hob, Aga or range looking like new Extractors also cleaned and filters replaced OTHER SERVICES INCLUDE Full builders cleans and small office contracts Curtain cleaning Professional carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning ALL CLEANING PRODUCTS SUPPLIED FULLY TRAINED, INSURED & UNIFORMED MEMBERS OF STAFF
For a no obligation quotation No job too small A fully insured & reliable service
01352 756552 Mobile 0790 425 5044 Email: qualitycleaning@tiscali.co.uk www.qualitycleaning.info Unit 4, Oaktree Business Park, Queens Lane, Mold CH7 1XB