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MUDDY MARVELS THE Tarporley Carnival was once again a big success beating the doom-laden weather forecasts. Although the rain during the preceding week had left the field rather muddy! You can see pictures of the event in this month’s edition.

We also have a tribute to Bunbury’s Ernest Croley, who has died at the age of 83, as well as news from the Cubs, Utkinton’s annual garden fete, Tarporley High School and the regular features such as the what’s on guide, business directory and health and beauty.

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YES and hopefully we will have a summer as there will be plenty of holiday plans. Going abroad, stay vacations and grandchildren catching up with relatives. I always make my annual resolutions during the summer holidays. I make a list of the things I have not done in the past 12 months, the things I could better and the things that I am definitely not going to do anymore!

For example, I never give enough time for me. I race around like a headless chicken trying to accommodate my work and family which is all very demanding. ‘I need more help,’ I say to myself, ‘but as I don’t time to train someone, I might as well do it myself’!

Wrong! Having just had a lovely week in Mallorca with my oldest friend, we both realised the madness of trying to be all things to all people. After all we are getting older too. If there is an offer of help why do we not accept it? Why do we not delegate to other members of the family if the older members need care and support.

‘What a hypocrite,’ I think to myself. There I am passionately telling people about the benefits of using our carers to help to look after their relatives, whilst trying to be the all singing and all dancing mother and daughter.

I have written before about this. It’s those of us whose parents are living longer than ever before; a good thing. It’s those of us whose children who are not leaving home when expected; not always a good thing!

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TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL NEWSLETTER Village parking Over 200 surveys were completed and returned to the Parish Council giving the views of local residents on how parking could be improved on the High Street. The results of the survey showed a consensus supporting the introduction of time limited parking on both sides of the high street between Monday and Friday. Taking these results into consideration and also the experience and knowledge from the highways department of CWAC, plans are now being drawn up for a trial scheme to be implemented on the high street. The scheme seeks to address several issues including improved traffic flow and an increase in the turnover of high street parking spaces. Additional consultation will be publicised over the coming weeks before any scheme is introduced, please check the Parish Council website and notice board for updates.

Temporary closure of Tarporley Library Tarporley Library will be closed during the summer holidays due to major building works taking place at the High School. The high school is undergoing ÂŁ2.5M of improvement work that is scheduled to be completed in December. The Library closed on Monday 18th July and will reopen at 1:30pm on Thursday 8th September. Normal opening hours will resume from this point.

Loans will not be due for return during this time, but can still be renewed online or by calling 0845 148 0148. Customers are invited to use other local libraries in Tarvin, Tattenhall, Sandiway and Winsford during the closure.

Tarporley Hospitals Giving Tree Thanks to the contact made by the Parish Council with Taylor Wimpey (the developers building the new houses off Brook Rd), the first step has been taken towards the installation of a Giving Tree at Tarporley War Memorial Hospital. Taylor Wimpey kindly supplied the MDF and the man power to install the board on the wall in the reception area, on which a tree is to be painted (early July) by Lorna Green.

By giving a donation towards the valuable work of the Hospital, members of the public will be able to have their name or that of a relative inscribed on a leaf. For more information, please contact Karen Urmston at the Hospital Tel 01829 732436 fundraising@tarporleyhospital.co.uk 12 To advertise call 01244 350398

New Faces This month we welcome two new faces to our community. Abigail Webb has become the Parish Council’s first Projects Coordinator, she will be working with our current clerk, Ann Wright, to coordinate the many projects the Parish Council wishes to undertake over the next year or two. Some projects arise from the actions identified in the Neighbourhood Plan; others from our interest in the Best Kept Village Competition and others involve the amenities we provide, such as the Christmas lights, the playground behind the community centre and what will be the new leisure land off Brook Rd. She can be contacted at projects@tarporley.org.uk We also have a new policeman covering our area. PC Philip Monks has taken over from PC Wayne Thomas as the new beat manager for the Tarporley area. He will be supervising the work of our PCSO Kenneth Williamson.

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TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL INFORMATION TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL COUNCILLORS Chairman: Councillor Ken Parker. Vice-Chair: Councillor Gill Clough Parish Clerk: Mrs Ann Wright, 62 Well Street, Malpas SY14 8QH.

clerk@tarporley.org.uk Tel 01948Vale 861Royal 035 Borough Council Cheshire County Council gov.uk Councillor Andrew Needham Councillor Joyce Tarporley has twelve Parish Councillor seats. Each Councillor sits on one ofMrs. the D. two working (01829 732444) (01829 730824) groups and current members are listed below with their contact details (01829).

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Parish Council Meetings Second Monday of each month (except August) in the Committee Room of the Community Centre. Each meeting starts at 7 pm with an Open Forum, during which members of the public can address the whole Council on matters of concern to them. At 6.30 pm, prior to this meeting, the Parish Council holds a surgery where members of the public can talk to one to one with individual councillors on an informal basis.

Local Cheshire West and Chester Councillor Cllr Eveleigh Moore Dutton 07711 817 060

Police Contacts PC Philip Monks philip.monks@cheshire.pnn.police PCSO Kenneth Williamson kenneth.williamson@cheshire.pnn.police.uk Emergencies 999 Police Non-emergency Number 101 Dragon Hall 0845 4586377 Tarporley Carnival Despite the torrential rain on the morning of the Carnival, the event was, as ever, a tremendous success and huge thanks must go to all those involved in the organisation. Thank you also to everyone who came and talked to us at our stall and congratulations to Emma Lovelock for winning our raffle.

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Utkinton & Cotebrook Parish Council WHAT a month it has been … the EU Referendum result certainly took many by surprise, but now it’s down to the politicians to make it happen, if there are any parties left standing after all the resignations and challenges! l Annual Garden Fete – in conjunction with Willington and a splendid affair it was too; “Villagers from both Parishes enjoyed the picturesque surroundings of Tirley Garth Gardens with the lawns full of Gazebos, decorated with brightly-coloured bunting, to prepare for all weathers! The Utkinton School Rose Queens arrived in style to glorious sunshine, by horse-drawn carriage, greeted by Professor and Mrs Redmond.

Tarporley High School ‘Blues Disciples’ Utkinton Rose Queen 2016 and the South Cheshire Ballet and Theatre Picture by David Carter School entertained us, with their music and dance displays and there was fun for all! Circus Skills with Lia the Acrobat, Coconut Shy and Hoopla, the Cheshire Fire Service, Tombola, Kid’s play equipment, ‘X’ marks the spot Treasure Hunt and the Raffle. Spectators and players enjoyed the football tournament and visitors relaxed over afternoon tea, courtesy of the W.I. in the tearooms.” Report from Liza Hardstaff. l New Parish Clerk – Sandie McBennett takes over from Alex Stubbs who has served for a number of years. We will miss Alex but here is what Sandie has to say; “I’m a seasoned Administrator and Clerk, fairly new to Parish Clerking having been appointed Clerk to Church Minshull Parish Council 18 months ago and Duddon shortly after. I have also been Clerk to the Governors at many CWAC Schools. I enjoy the role and supporting Councillors with the initiatives they champion and problems they help solve. Working for rural Parish Councils is very rewarding; I live in one too!” l The Defibrillator has landed … to be located at Rose farm Shop. We now begin to look for a coordinator and a number of first aid trained volunteers – if you can help please get in touch. l Playground update – We are in the midst of some fairly complex discussions with the Diocese of Chester (all the way up to Bishop Forster), CWaC, the school and the PTA about the lease and whether the school playing field has sufficient space to house a playground as well as the football field, running track and other elements – watch this space. l Housing Needs Survey –we got 22.5% response and the findings concurred, broadly, with those in the Parish Plan of 2013. We will be submitting it to CWaC as an addendum to our Parish Plan and an aid to decision making around the knotty subject of housing developments across our two villages – if you didn’t complete it please do so – more information is always welcome. It will be available on the website as a download soon.

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& SIXTH FORM COLLEGE GCSE students at Tarporley High School had their long awaited Leavers’ Prom at Wrenbury Hall in Nantwich. Arriving in all manner of vehicles, including a bus, were 150 well-coiffed, manicured, tanned, suited and booted 16-year-olds who were in the mood for celebration.

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Director Jonathan Curwen commented: “We already represent a considerable number of clients in the region, and the opening of our Chester branch will not only enable us to continue to service and support them, but also to reinforce our commitment to working alongside the Chester business community as a whole.

“We are one of the most established full service accountancy practices in Cheshire with a focus on quality through partner led delivery”.

In addition to the Chester office Afford Bond have also appointed a further Director, Lindsay Beeston, who has been based at the Nantwich office since 1996.

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In recent years, Lindsay has built a team dedicated to working alongside many of Afford Bond’s agricultural clients with specialist knowledge of the complex tax and family issues affecting landed estates and rural businesses.

Lindsay’s appointment brings the number of Afford Bond Directors to nine.

“I am delighted to be appointed as a Director,” commented Lindsay. “We work closely as a team at Afford Bond, we each have our individual strengths, and this step will cement our position as the region’s premier advisors and provides an excellent platform to further enhance our client offering.” l Pictured: Paul Edwards, Director, Jonathan Curwen, Director congratulating Lindsay Beeston, Director, with Jeff Atkinson, Director

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Cubs learn fire safety TARPORLEY Fire Station had a visit from 1st Tarporley (Arderne) Cub group recently after they went along as part of their fire safety badge.

The young people learnt about what they should do in the event of a fire from on-call Firefighter Paul Stafford, who spoke to the group about fire safety before giving them a tour of the fire station.

Paul also showed the young people around the fire engine and they looked at some of the equipment the crew used before the group finally the got to squirt water from the hoses. He said: “The group had a great time at the fire station and we were able to give them some vital safety information to help them get their fire safety badge, but also to help keep them safe at home.”

The group all went away with knowledge of fire safety and will no doubt get their badges presented shortly.

Akela David Goodier attended with the cubs. He said: “Our cubs had a great time at the fire station and learnt lots of interesting fire safety facts and information to help them get their badges. Hopefully they will go home and pass this on to their families and friends to help keep them safe too. The best bit of the evening for the pack was definitely squirting water from the hose pipe which was great fun.”

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Q. Do I need to use sunblock after a microdermabrasion treatment?

A. For anyone who doesn’t know what microdermabrasion is, it’s a salon-only treatment that provides your skin with a deep exfoliation. There are two types of microdermabrasion and at Sensoria we use a free-flow crystal method which sprays the skin with a steady stream of crystals to slough off the top layer of dead skin cells, which are immediately ‘hoovered up’. It is most frequently used on the face and neck but can also be used on the chest, back and backs of hands for smoother, fresher looking skin. For a deeper understanding of the types of skin conditions and benefits that microdermabrasion can give take a look at the treatment area at www.sensoriabeauty.co.uk. As the top layers of epidermal cells are removed it is extremely important to always apply a complete sunblock to protect the skin when leaving the salon and at home.

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Bunbury watermill saviour Ernest Croley dies, aged 83 The death has been announced of well-known Bunbury resident Ernest Croley.

Ernest, who was 83, was perhaps best known for his work as a volunteer with Bunbury Mill, which he worked on restoring right up to his death.

The village holds many prominent and long-lasting memorials to his undaunted determination and commitment to major schemes for its enhancement and preservation, including the village hall, Sadlers Wells wood, and the village playing fields.

The present Bunbury Mill was built in about 1840 on the site of a previous mill destroyed by fire. It operated commercially until 1960, when it was put out of action by a major flood.

The living was by then so sparse that the mill was not worth repairing, and it was boarded up and left to go derelict. The land was later sold to the local authority, then passed to the NW Water Authority, for the construction of a waste water treatment plant. The NWWA drew up plans which included demolition of ‘the old buildings on the site’.

Enter Ernest Croley - he led a group of men who discovered what was in the buildings, and successfully lobbied the NWWA to sponsor a Job Creation Scheme, which instead of demolishing the mill, restored it to operational

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status, and opened it in 1977 as a working heritage museum.

Without his intervention, this unique heritage would have long since disappeared, and thousands of visitors would have been deprived of the evocative experience of our operational Victorian mill.

For many years the mill was operated by NWWA then United Utilities until 2009 when they ended their subsidy of the mill, and it was again closed down and left with no plans for the future.

Enter again Ernest Croley - he formed an Action group which led to the creation of a charitable trust, the Bunbury Watermill Trust, and negotiated to buy the mill and grounds from UU and assemble a team of volunteers to manage, maintain and operate the mill. A mind-boggling undertaking, but undaunted, Ernest led the team that re-opened the mill in 2012. We are proud that since then over 6,000 people have enjoyed and learned from their step back into the environment of a working 19th century corn mill.

Ernest played many roles in the volunteer force - he was the founder and until recently Chairman of the Bunbury Watermill Trust, he was active in maintenance work a, a relentless fund raiser, a well informed and genial tour guide, active in publicising the mill, and above all leading and coordinating the many diverse activities required of the mill team to ensure the continuation of the mill’s active existence.

Quite simply - but for Ernest, there would no longer be a Bunbury MIll. The Watermill Trust said in a statement: “We remember with affection his work at the mill, and we resolve to continue his work in preserving Bunbury Mill as a cultural heritage for the foreseeable future in his memory.”

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Short mat bowling at Tattenhall The Barbour Institute has now acquired two Short Mat Bowling sets, with bowls, which could be used by any clubs, groups or individuals and private parties.

We shall soon be arranging a session where people can come and have a go and see what the game involves. It could even be possible to create a club who may like to play against other villages for example. Due to short mat bowls being played indoors it can be an all year round game.

If the game is of interest to you in whatever capacity then please call Hilary on 01829 770516 to discuss further.

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The sun just about crept through for the Tarporley Carnival which took place on a muddy Community Centre field in July. There was a royal theme for this year’s event to coincide with the Queen’s 90th birthday, with groups dressing up in regal costumes.

Top:The Carnival Queens arrive at the field Left: Tarporley Karters had an unusual take on the royal theme by as the rock band Queen Above: The Decibellas women’s choir in patriotic mood.

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Opposite page: the Tarporley Detachment of the Cheshire Army Cadet Force and the National Women’s Register at the Pimm’s stall.

Above: the 2nd Tarporley Guides.

Below: The Tarporley Methodist and Baptist Chapel with Queen Debbie Wood.

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Left: Eaton Primary School dressed as Oompah Loompahs from their Roald Dahl themed float Above: Tarporley Parish Council’s stall was exhibiting some of the new developments in the town.

Pictured are Cllrs Jeremy Mills, Gordon Pearson and Parish Clerk Ann Wright.

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Below: Tarporley CE School who were judged to be the best fancy dress float

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GARDENING BY JANET HEATH

HOT COLOURS FOR AUGUST

AUGUST is a month where perennials come to the fore with stunning colours and a plant for every type of soil.

Daisy style flowers are always popular and one of the best for a sunny garden with soil that does not dry out are Heleniums. They grow to about 80cms tall and have yellow, orange or red flowers that last for a few weeks if you keep then dead headed. If you plant them in front of the potentially tall, light yellow daisy flowers of Helianthus Lemon Queen, you will get a long display of colour. Lemon Queen does need a heavier soil that does not dry out.

For those with heavy wet soil, August is the best time of year for flowering. Two plants that will grow up each year from nothing to 2m are Eupatorium maculatum and Actaea simplex. Both like a fertile moisture retentive soil and are definitely for the back of the border. As you can see from the photo, the Eupatorium has tall stems topped with frothy heads of pink flowers and is planted behind Geranium Buxton Blue, a long flowering geranium.

Actaea (previously known as Cimicifuga) simplex Brunette has dark purple foliage and the flowers are tall wands of white tapering bottlebrush flowers.

Another lovely climber for late summer is Clematis Perle d’Azur. This clematis has light blue blooms and has a long period of flowering. Plant with roses or to climb into a shrub that flowered earlier in the season and cut back hard in early spring to about 50cm.

August is the last month to trim conifers so that new growth has time to mature before winter frosts. Plant seeds of Winter lettuce and Land Cress for salad leaves. Make sure your lift onions and dry in the sun before storage. Pumpkins and squashes can be lifted off the bare soil with straw to prevent damage.

If you would like to visit gardens for ideas, I suggest you look out for gardens open under the National Gardens Scheme where all proceeds go to charities including Marie Cure Cancer Care and Macmillan Cancer Support.

Laskey Farm, Thelwall near Warrington is open on 13th and 14th August and you can see late flowering herbaceous borders, water garden and prairie planting with drifts of perennials. The Birches Mollington, near Chester is also open on 13th and 14th August with herbaceous borders, a grass and fern area , orchard and vegetable garden.

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Plant treats for garden lovers

Plant Hunters Fairs have three great gardening events coming up in the area bringing together some the country’s top specialist nurseries. It’s the time of year when gardeners want to top up the colour in their beds, borders and patio containers and you can be sure of finding some really exciting plants with something for every garden and plant lover backed up by honest, expert advice.

The first fair on Sunday 21st August, is at the wonderful Abbeywood Gardens in Delamere, Cheshire. Entry to both the fair and gardens is just £3.00. The 6 acre gardens have plenty to see and enjoy.

The garden is divided into separate areas, each with its own distinctive character and themed planting. The long flowering naturalistically planted herbaceous borders of the main garden, are divided by impressive yew hedges into the pool, chapel and pergola gardens each bursting with sensational colour. The exciting and vibrantly planted Christopher Lloyd inspired Exotic Garden is filled with Dahlias, Bananas, tender perennials and annuals is a real show stopper, plus a new fabulous prairie garden. All set against a glorious backdrop of the Utkinton Hills. Abbeywood Gardens are on the Chester Road, Delamere and the fair runs from 10am-5pm.

On August Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday is one of the best loved garden events in the area at the Dorothy Clive Gardens. Now in its 9th year the event attracts a winning line up of the best nurseries around. The fair is situated in the heart of this most charming and beautiful garden. The garden offers a great special event price on these days of just £3.50 for garden & plant fair entry (normal standard garden entry is £7.50). The plant fair runs from 10.00am5.00pm both days and the garden is on the A51 3 miles south of Bridgemere.

As we step into Autumn, Plant Hunters’ Fair roll up at Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral on Sunday 4th September. Entry to the fair is just £1.00 this is redeemable against optional entry to the garden. Ness is renowned for its late season colour and there is sure to be plenty to inspire gardeners to make more of their autumn display.

The fair is open from 10am to 4pm and will be held in the herb garden.

More details at www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk

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Should you be concerned about Long T If you have assets exceeding £23,250, including your family home you may have to fund Long Term Care costs by yourself.

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before, serious consideration must be given now to how you will fund these fees without eroding your family’s legacy.

The guidelines state that anyone with assets over a threshold of £23,250 have to make a contribution towards their care fees, if not fund them altogether. As the average family home is now valued at £200,251 (Nationwide House Price Index, March 2016) any homeowner applying for state assistance with Long Term Care fees will almost certainly be refused. And with more of us needing Long Term Care as a result of living longer than ever

You may think you can avoid the problem by giving away your assets now and escaping the attention of your Local Authority in the future.

However, under current rules, this would need to be done with caution as your Local Authority may have the power to include any gifted assets in their assessment, as if they had never been given away. The harsh reality therefore could be that you are still expected to pay for care, even though you no longer have the assets to cover these costs. This could mean a reliance on state provision, which would naturally reduce your

ost of us would prefer to see our home, savings and other assets eventually pass to our family and loved ones. Yet government guidelines for Long Term Care funding mean that this wish may never become a reality.

choice and location of care home.

Having worked hard all your life to enjoy a lifestyle of freedom and choice, do you really want to have your care home chosen by your Local Authority?

Pearson Financial Management is a local Senior Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management, and is qualified to offer advice in this specialist area.

Pearson Financial Management says: “With the average cost of nursing care rising, nursing homes in the UK now charge on average £728 a week (Laing & Buisson Care of Elderly People UK Market Survey 2014/2015). Therefore, serious

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He listens carefully, understands my requirements and has provided an excellent balance of investments. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.”

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“I spoke to a couple of financial advisors when I retired and they focussed on the money.When I met Phil it was a nice surprise as he focussed on me. His philosophy was different in that he was genuinely interested in improving my quality of life. Phil explained everything to me in a simple easy to understand language. I took the decision to invest with him and have never regretted it. He is always easy to contact and happy to help.”

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consideration should be given to protecting your hard earned wealth.”

If you or a loved one are entering care or are concerned about the cost of care in the future, then Pearson Financial Management are offering a no obligation meeting to discuss your options with you.

Based in Tarporley, Pearson Financial Management are inviting readers of Tarporley Talk to discover the simple yet highly effective steps you can take to protect your wealth and stay in control.

Call 01829 732450 for more information or your complimentary guide to wealth management.

Please contact us by phone on 01829 732450 or by email on ann.pearson@sjpp.co.uk if you want to book a meeting or would like to receive your complementary guide to Long Term Care.

PEARSON FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Senior Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management Tel: 01829 732450 Email: ann.pearson@sjpp.co.uk Web: www.pearsonfm.co.uk Philip Pearson

Ann Pearson

The Partner Practice represents only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc (which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority) for the purpose of advising solely on the Group’s wealth management products and services, more details of which are set out on the Group’s website www.sjp.co.uk/products. The title ‘Partner Practice’ is the marketing term used to describe St. James’s Place representatives.

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WHAT’S ON IN YOUR VILLAGE AUGUST Saturday 6th August Tarporley Rotary Country Market, 9.30am-1.30pm, includes 15 Food and Gift Stalls.

Saturday 20th August The Oulton Park Mini Festival, featuring all types of Mini, from the original Austin to the latest BMW incarnation.

Sunday 21st August Plant Hunters’ Fair at Abbeywood Gardens, Chester Road, Delamere, 10am-5pm. Entry to both the fair and gardens is £3. The 6 acre gardens are divided into separate areas, each with its own distinctive character and themed planting. The long flowering naturalistically planted herbaceous borders of the main garden, are divided by impressive yew hedges into the pool, chapel and pergola gardens each bursting with sensational colour. The Christopher Lloyd inspired Exotic Garden is filled with Dahlias, Bananas, tender perennials and annuals, plus a new fabulous prairie garden.

Saturday 27th to Monday 29th August Oulton Park Gold Cup, the signature event on the race circuit’s calendar, includes classic cars, military displays, stock cass and plenty of motor racing.

Tiverton District Garden Club Tuesday 2nd August at 7.30pm, Tiverton Village Hall, Huxley Lane, just off A49. For our next meeting, we have what promises to be a fascinating evening with Mrs Teresina Roberts who has “An allotment to dye for”. As this is our traditional summer meeting, the talk will be followed by strawberries and cream, with shortbread and a glass (or two) of wine. Entry £3 for members and visitors. Includes refreshments, and there will be a raffle. Do come along, all are welcome to join us.

West Cheshire Rural U3A Come and join us for the next meeting on Thursday 18th August at the Barbour Institute in Tattenhall. David Burton will talk about “The Mortimers of the Welsh Marches”. Refreshments will be available from 2pm. For further information on membership and forthcoming events please contact either Hilary Scarratt 01829 770516 Hilary@Scarratt.com or visit our website u3asites. org.uk/west cheshire Tarporley U3A The August meeting is limited to members only, by pre-purchased ticket. For details see www. u3asites.org.uk/tarporley

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WHAT’S ON IN YOUR VILLAGE AUGUST Peckforton and Beeston WI The musical afternoon in aid of Tarporley Hospital was a huge success. Caroline Docherty accompanied the singing of popular songs by Carol Seed and David Lawrence, played a duet with a friend and there was also an amusing poem read by Celia Kinnersley. Excellent refreshments were served by Bunbury WI to whom we offer our grateful thanks. Caroline is to be congratulated on organising this event again which raised the magnificent amount of £570.80, because without her and her keyboard it would not have happened.

Thank you to all who helped on the day and to those who provided the delicious cakes etc. After combining the proceeds of the afternoon with those of our Christmas raffle together with some generous donations we were able to present the Tarporley War Memorial Hospital with a cheque for £726.00.

Our summer outing to Wedgwood World was most enjoyable, and we were all amazed by the sheer variety and volume of the ceramics on display, which illustrated the skill of the craftsmen employed over the years.

Although many of the processes are now automated there is still a good deal of hand painting and finishing involved.

Three of our members, Ann Wall, Judith

Sherren and Joan Smith received ‘Highly Commended’ for their handicraft entry in the Cheshire Show and are to be congratulated – well done!

Our next hall meetings are on 3rd August (the Secrets of Handwriting) and 7th September (Red Poll Tales); we would welcome any visitors who would care to join us at Peckforton Village Hall at 7.30pm. Margaret Ellis, 01829 261898 The presentation to Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: president Ann Wall, Chris Davies and Caroline Docherty with a hospital staff member.

Tarporley WI We had a lovely warm day for our Garden Party in June, which was held this year at Bowmere Cottage in Tarporley. We all enjoyed the beautiful flowers, and sat in the sunshine enjoying tea, cakes and good company. Thank you to everyone who came along, to our hosts Romy and Tom, and for everyone who worked so hard to make this event such a success.

Our July Pudding & Pimms party was great fun! Irene Ross was crowned this year’s pudding queen with her Rhubarb and Amaretti cake with Orange and Rosemary glaze. Thank you to all 11 entrants, it was so hard to choose! There is no meeting in August, our next meeting is on Wednesday 7th September. In the meantime, why not have a look at our new website: www. tarporleywi.org

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REGULAR EVENTS

TARPORLEY TARPORLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE Bookings/enquiries www.tarporleycc.co.uk Weekly • Army Cadets: Tuesday and Thursday: 6.309.30pm: Tel. 01244 390252 • Rhythm Time: Monday: 9 – 11am: Tel: 07789 867589 • Watercolour Painting: 9-11am & 11.15am -1.15pm: Tel: 01829 732129 • Scottish dancing: Wednesday: 7pm – 10pm: Tel: 01270 562454 • Fit 4 Life: Fitness for the mature lady: Fri. 9.15am: Tel: 07779 272353 • A* Sports Classes: Wednesday: 1pm – 7pm: Tel: 07932 182148 • Royal Academy of Dance: (Ballet) Children – Thursday:5.30 – 7.30pm Adult – Friday:11-12 Tel: 07900 303966or • Pilates: Tuesday: 2-3pm: - Tel: 07968 077180 • Zumba: Thursday: 8-9pm & Friday:1–2.30pm: Tel; 07765 711337/01829 740435 Monthly: • Flower Club: 1st Tuesday: 1.30pm Tel: 01829 732104 • TADDFAS: 2nd Thursday: 1.30pm: Tel: 01270 626442 • Film Night: 3rd Friday: 7.30pm • Tarporley and District U3A - 4th Thursday 10am TARPORLEY BAND The band meets every Thursday 7.30pm to 9.30 pm in the Band Hall just off The Close at the top of Tarporley High Street. New players welcome. www. tarporleyband.org.uk or call 07747 302064.

TARPORLEY TENNIS CLUB New members welcome. For further information telephone 01829 732026.

DECIBELLAS LADIES’ CHOIR. Tarporley Primary School Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm.

Term time only. New members very welcome. www.decibellas.co.uk

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TARPORLEY AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY The Society presents two plays per year in Spring and Autumn at the Community Centre. Performances are Thursday to Saturday starting at 7.45pm. We are always on the look-out for actors/actresses (experienced or not!) and helpers to join our happy group. We are all volunteers but work hard with lots of fun! If you are keen to join, check out our web site www.tarporleyads.co.uk or if you prefer a chat ring Beryl or Tom on 01829 732646.

ACTIVITIES IN THE DONE ROOM To book call 01829 733040 Mon - Pre-school - 9am to 3pm

- Rising 5’s - 12.30pm to 3pm

- Brownies - 6pm to 7.30pm Tues - Pre-school - 9.15am to 3pm

- Pre-school - 1pm to 3pm

- Guides - 7.00pm to 8.45pm Weds - Pre-school - 9am to 3pm

- Tadwags - 2.00pm (2nd of month)

- Brownies - 6.00pm – 7.30pm Thurs - Pre-school - 9am to 3pm

- Pre-school - 1pm to 3pm Fri - Pre-school - 9am to 3pm Sat - Ballet, tap & modern

- Dance - 9.00am to 12.30pm Sun - Sunday School - 10.00am to 11.30am (For details on Tarporley Done Room Pre-school call 01829 730233) TARPORLEY MILLPOOL PROBUS CLUB (01829 733821) Club of retired Professional Businessmen. Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month.

TARPORLEY LIBRARY (01829 731794) Tarporley Community Library, High school, Eaton Road Monday 1.30-7.00pm; Thursday 1.30-7pm Under 5s Story Time, Mondays 1.30pm term time only. Books, Talking Books, DVDs, Computers with Internet Access.

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TARPORLEY TARPORLEY BAPTIST & METHODIST CHURCH

SPORT AT TARPORLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Weekly Tuesday - Little Angels mother and tots group 10.00-11.30am.

Wednesday - Youth Club 6.30-8pm (yrs7/8) 8-9.30pm (yrs9/10) Saturday - Coffee/tea/biscuits morning with chat.

10am -12noon Sunday - Family Service at 10.45am

Tarporley Badminton Club Tuesdays 7.30-9.30pm in the main hall in term time.

Contact Howard on 07887 626 320

Monthly Every 4th Tuesday - The Tuesday Club 2.30-4.30pm.

Chat, speakers and trips. All welcome Call 01829 733697

DAY CARE: TARPORLEY OPAL (OLDER PEOPLE ACTIVE LIVES)

THE PARISH OF ST HELEN’S, TARPORLEY Weekly 9am every Sunday at St Thomas’ Eaton 10am every Sunday at St Helen’s Tarporley 10am Wednesday at St Helen’s Tarporley Monthly 11.15am on the first Sunday monthly at St John’s Cotebrook 6.30pm Evensong on the first Sunday monthly at St Helen’s Tarporley 4 - 6pm Messy Church on the second Sunday monthly in the Done Room (behind St Helen’s Tarporley) - a time for crafts, games, stories and food for young families.

TARPORLEY ROTARY CLUB “Helping the Community”. Meet on Tuesdays at The Rising Sun 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Enquiries to Mike Lloyd on 07841 794661

Tarporley Ladies Netball @ Tarporley HighSchool, Thursdays 8.15pm-9.15pm £3 all over 16s welcome. Tel: Lisa 07894 707055 or facebook “Tarporley Netball’

Fridays 10am-3pm at Tiverton Hockey Club A social club for older people who can’t get out and about on their own. Lunch, transport and a range of activities and entertainment provided by volunteers.

Interested in becoming a member or volunteer, please ring Carol on 07851 253 587 or Parish Cllr Gill Clough on 01829 733545.

DAY CARE: TARPORLEY WAR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Monday to Friday 10am till 3pm You can make new friends and join in with social activities and lots more.

We charge £15 per day this includes:• Morning Coffee/Tea & Biscuits • 2 course Cooked Lunch • Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Biscuits Interested? Please call on 01829 734052 and ask for Lesley, Julie or Angela

UTKINTON Events at Utkinton Village Hall Classes and Groups – 2016 Monday: 09:15 – 10:15; Toning with Sarah White (07713 007102) 11:00 – 12:00; Yoga with Leena (01829 733426) 19:00 – 20:00; Yoga with Leena (01829 733426) Tuesday: 09:15 – 10:15; Fitness with Sarah White (07713 007102) 10:45 – 11:45; Pilates with Ruth (01829 262699) 19:30 – 21:30; Parish Council Meetings – every other month (go tohttps://utkintonandcotebrook.com/theparish-council/parish-council-agenda/ for schedule)

Wednesday: 09:30 – 10:30; Pilates with Ruth (01829 262699) 19:00; WI Meetings held every second Wednesday in each month Thursday: 09:30 – 10:30; Pilates with Vicki (01829 751661) Friday: 09:30 – 11:00; Toddler Group with Suzanne (01820 760296) 20:00 – 22:00; Line Dancing Saturday: 10:30 – 11:30; NIA Dance with Tom (07931 455481)

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EATON Activities at the Jessie Hughes Village Hall For information regarding the village hall please contact Hilary Healey on 01829 730427, email jessiehughesvillagehall@yahoo.co.uk Monday 10-11am and 1 - 2pm Pilates, contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Monday 4.00 - 6.00pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 Monday 6.30 - 9.00pm Tae Kwon Do contact Paul Evans 07857 303959 Tuesday 9.30 - 10.30am Fitness Pilates. Contact ruth@pwmltd.com or 01829262699 10.30am - 12.30pm Yoga, contact Brenda McCooey 07876 497664 Tuesday 4-7pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 2nd Tuesday monthly 7.30-9.00pm WI contact Diane Ardenne 01829 733639 4th Tuesday monthly 7.30 - 9.00pm Gardening Club Contact Derek Peel on 01829 732904 Wednesday 12.00 - 2.30pm Pilates. Contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Wednesday 6.30 - 9.00pm Tae Kwon Do contact Paul Evans 07857 303959 Thursday 7.00 - 10.00pm Bridge. Martin Evans 01606 – 883660 and Margaret McDermott 01829 – 732361

3rd Thursday monthly 10.30am - 12 noon, Tea ‘n’ Chat drop-in social morning Friday 9.15am - 12 noon Pilates contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Saturday 9.00am - 2.00pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 Sunday 5.45 - 6.30pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing, (Children Beginners) Sunday 6.45 - 7.30pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing (Adult Beginners) Dancebasics on Sunday 7.30 - 8.15pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing (Adult Improvers) 07941 725980 1st Thursday monthly 7.30 - 9.00pm Reading Group, contact Tina Peel on 01829 732904 for details of books and venues.

Eaton Rambling Club Serving local villages. Why not keep fit & join the expanding the club, which arranges walks of about seven miles max length, on alternate Saturdays & Sundays, once a month. We arrange monthly evening walks of about three miles in summer, & often arrange trips & social functions.Walks always finish at a convenient hostelry. Membership is £6 a year, & is open to anyone. Walks start from The Jessie Hughes Village Hall at 10.15am, just turn up & give it a try. Call Gill Ellison on 01829 782693

COTEBROOK COTEBROOK VILLAGE HALL

COTEBROOK PRE SCHOOL

South Cheshire Ballet &Theatre School.

Wednesday and Thursday 4pm to 7pm Contact Claire Mould on 07958 477386

(formerly Little Budworth Pre School) at Cotebrook Village Hall

Wednesday 7.30pm Radio Club

8.45am - 12.15pm Friday

Thursday 7.30 Orchestra

Children welcome from age two. Funded places available.

Contact the pre school manager Rebecca Di Vito on 07849 642417 / 01829 760984 info@cotebrookpreschool.co.uk

Friday 1pm to 2pm Zumba Gold Contact Maritza Taylor on 0750 137 3426

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