Tarporley Talk December 2014

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FESTIVE FUN CHRISTMAS comes to town in early December. On Friday 5th the Tarporley lights are switched on and the following day, it’s the turn of Tarvin for the Christmas festival. Please give the events your support and get into the Christmas spirit.

Elsewhere in the magazine we’ve got news of Luke Jennings who has been presented with the Duke of Edinburgh gold award and we have the Rainbows of Tattenhall who spent a day learning how hospital surgeons do their work.

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You can also read about Jigsaw Medical’s international expansion, police update with Insp Keith Curbishley and the regular features such as the what’s on guide, business directory and health and beauty.

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CONTENTS

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Contributors Janet Heath and Angela Bartlett

The Tarporley Tester Can you find the Tessie, the Tarporley Tiger in this edition?

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Posties’ tribute to tragic war trio The staff at Tarporley Royal Mail have put up a plaque in memory of three postmen who died during the First World War. The plaque, which was put up to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the Great War, recognises the sacrifice made by George Stockton, Noah Morgan and William Henry Cooper.

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TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL NEWSLETTER Car parking survey confirms space shortage The results of the recent parking survey have now been received and are being considered by the parish council.

It also suggested that, until this is achieved, time-limited parking on High Street will have no effect.

Despite being carried out on what turned out to be a quiet day (why do surveys usually take place on non-typical days?), it confirmed that greater parking capacity is urgently needed in the village.

Recently there has been a public emphasis on expansion of the car park to the rear of the Rising Sun as a solution but all avenues are being explored to ease the problem.

Informal Neighbourhood Plan Consultation The Neighbourhood Plan Group would like to thank everyone who completed their questionnaire which was delivered to each household and business at the end of September. Over 90 people filled in the form and currently all the comments are being analysed. Overall people were very supportive of the policies being put forward in the Draft Neighbourhood Plan, and while some changes will be made in light of people’s comments, no major re-writing of the policies is anticipated.

Christmas Lights Event – Friday December 5th at 6 - 7pm under the Chestnut Tree.

The Parish Council would like to invite everyone to join them at their annual event to mark the turning on of the village’s Christmas lights.

Father Christmas will also be there to meet the children as will a number of local charities raising money for their good causes.

Tarporley Rotary Club will be selling roast chestnuts, Inner Wheel running a lucky dip for children and Tarporley Hospital will be providing mulled wine and mince pies.

Do come along and listen to the Primary School choir singing Christmas songs and join in with singing Christmas carols too.

TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL INFORMATION Tel. 01829 733496 Tarporley Parish Council Councillors The Chairman of the Parish Council is Councillor Ken Parker.

The Parish Clerk is Mr. J. Macdonald Chartwood House, 20 Nantwich Road, Tarporley CW6 9UW cheshire.gov.uk Cheshire County Council Vale Royal Borough Council parishclerk@tarporley.org.uk Tel. 01829 733496 Councillor Andrew Needham Councillor Mrs. D. Joyce Tarporley has twelve Parish Councillors each of whom sits on one of the 730824) two Working Groups (01829 732444) (01829 which meet on alternative months or as required Councillor. Contact Details are (01829) Andrew.Needham@

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Parish Council Meetings

The Parish Council meets in the Committee Room of the Community Centre at 7 pm on the second Monday of each month, with the exception of August. Meetings are open to the public, and start with an Open Forum session, during which members of the public can address the whole Council on matters of concern to them. Also the Parish Council holds a surgery at 6.30 pm prior to each Parish Council meeting when members of the public are welcome to discuss matters with councillors on an informal basis.

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Good start for Bunbury’s fast track plan Residents of Bunbury, one of the few Cheshire villages put on the fast track to a Neighbourhood Plan, have just completed the first important stage of the process, with the completion of a community-wide questionnaire.

The steering group eceived 285 responses, from 550 households.

The main areas highlighted by the completed questionnaires were presented at a public meeting on 24th November in Bunbury Village Hall when there was also the chance to question planning professionals. Using the information gathered from the questionnaire, and from the public meeting, the steering group is preparing a draft Neighbourhood Plan for consideration by the residents of Bunbury, leading to a referendum in early 2015, when residents will be able to vote on the proposed plan.

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It is not every day that five–sevenyear-olds get to be surgeons, radiographers, nurses, midwives and scientists for the day but that is exactly what 1st Tattenhall Rainbows got to do when they were selected to attend a celebration, going behind the scenes at Liverpool Women’s hospital.

From the entire North West region, three Rainbow units were selected to attend the special event with Tattenhall Rainbows being lucky enough to be invited along. The event was held to celebrate United Nations ‘International Day of the girl’ which aimed to promote the message that, in the 21st century, girls could do anything including a huge range of careers as well as have children and raise a family.

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‘Glad tidings and joy’ - for all the Family!

As we all start the lengthy process of preparing for home is the best choice. We know that with the right the Christmas festivities, many of us will be groaning care and support most people can remain living in as to how we will get everything finished on time, their homes. We have many clients who you would without having a nervous breakdown. think could not possibly live at home, but by working with Social Services and Occupational Therapists we I love the actual festivities, but the run up to seem to manage to get their care Christmas absolutely exhausts organised. me. It’s not just the pressures Become a ‘Bunbury Carer at Home’ of buying the presents and Finally, I would like to take If you are experienced in looking after elderly this opportunity to thank my food, but as I am sure we people, we want you to join our have all experienced, getting colleagues in the office and well respected team of carers. the family organised and in all our Carers, who as always agreement can be the most have worked so hard and are stressful element. My family is committed to Bunbury Carers at certainly no exception!

Home. I wish them and all our clients a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

So once we all get together we may notice that some older members of our family are not managing life as If you would like to discuss the many options well as they used to. Of course they very rarely say available, please contact us to make an this as they do not want to be a burden. It can be a appointment. timely opportunity after the celebrations to start the discussion and make some plans Sarah Green – Director as to how they wish to live and research the help that is available.

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Are you starting school in September 2015?

Do you want your child to have an outstanding education?

The children and staff of

Eaton Primary School would like to invite you to their

Open Afternoon on

Thursday 11th December 2014 from 1.30pm until 3.00pm

“This is an outstanding school” (Ofsted 2013)

“The curriculum provides exciting opportunities for pupils to learn and brings the best out of them.. …engages pupils exceptionally well and enables their excellent all- round achievement”

For more information please call us on 01829 732731 Eaton Primary School, Lower Lane, Eaton, Tarporley, CW6 9AN Tarporley Talk December 2014 http://www.eaton.cheshire.sch.uk/

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HOME BOA R DING FOR DOGS - NO K E N N EL S!

Do you need a Helping Hand?

If you are looking for an alternative to residential care, then we’re here to help.

Our Tarporley care team has been providing award winning Live-in Care since 1989 to enable you or your loved one to remain within the comfort of their own home and assist with personal care, companionship and housekeeping or even to provide a break to an existing care-giver or family member.

To find out how we can help, please call: 0808 180 1021 or visit: www.helpinghands.co.uk

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TARPORLEY HIGH SCHOOL & S

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Jessica Richardson, a Year 1 recognised and commended b coursework was so impressive excellent practice and it will be received a personalised letter work ‘which fulfilled the assess

Jessica’s work consisted of an magazine and a short, imagina ‘the quality and control’ of Jess As a strong member of the Ed considerable skills continue to

Mrs McMillan, one of Jessica’ Level I have never had a stude Exam Board. Jessica has mad she could be a name to look o

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We are the champions!

Tarporley under 14 girls’ football team took part in the Chester & District Football Tournament at Christleton High School, writes Ciara Roche.

Opposition included nine schools including Abbeygate, Bishops’, Queen’s Park High, Queen’s and Christleton. Overall, we won eight out of our 10 matches, drawing one and losing only one game in total.

At the end of tournament presentation we sat there nervously, until our school was called out as overall champions. We had won! It was a great team performance, with some great saves from Lizzie and some excellent passes in midfield. As a team we scored over 20 goals, which we were really pleased about. It was a great tournament and great experience for the remainder of the season!

Squad: Lizzie Craven (Missing from photo), Anna Richardson, Anna Robinson, Jasmin Carr, Emma Bowser, Lucy Phillipson, Abbey Humphries and Ciara Roche (leading goal scorer).

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Sixth Form College

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Year 13 English Language student, has been individually ded by the AQA examination board. Her AS Level ssive that her work has been kept as an example of will be shared with schools across the country; Jessica also etter from the Language Awarding Committee praising her ssessment criteria at the highest levels.’

of an empathetic piece of journalistic writing for a parenting aginative story for very young children. AQA complimented Jessica’s writing and her ‘high standard of professionalism.’ e Editorial Team for the Sixth Form magazine, Jessica’s ue to flourish and she wishes to study English at University.

ssica’s English teachers, said: “In all my years of teaching A student receive such personal and effusive praise from the made immense progress during her time at Sixth Form and ook out for in the future - coming to a bookshop near you!”

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and Textiles pupils took part in the prestigious annual Art Centre, Anglesey. llar, Ellie Corlett-Moss, Alice Farnworth, Charlotte Ford, Emily Hassall, Izzy Hewitt and Hannah Sinclair spent the weekend working alongside other talented pupils from across the county with practising artists.

Pupils were divided into two groups with one focussing on drawing and portraiture with the other exploring painting and landscapes. Accompanied by Mr Bowland, Head of Art and Miss Proctor, Textiles, pupils explored a range of materials and processes that really stretched their artistic talents, from continuous line drawings in the rain to oil based mono printing.

Further photographs of pupils work can be found on the Instagram feed under the username @tarporleyarts

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Cheshire TarmaC & Driveways LTD Residential & CommeRCial digital information technology

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01244 379400 Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services Limited “When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure”

With over 15 years experience within the funeral business, Jackie holds the NAFD diploma in funeral directing and is here to help, support and guide you every step of the way offering a bespoke funeral service at competitive prices.

Based in Clotton, near Tarporley and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year our funeral home boasts a private chapel of rest within tranquil surroundings with off road parking.

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Faultless display puts Lucy top of the podium LUCY Hassall, from Tarporley High School pulled off a stunning double victory in the recent showjumping competition at Wettenhall.

Four Tarporley students took part in the event, which attracted horse riders from across the North of England.

The team for the 85cm show jumping - Ellie Dawson, Rose Diggle, Emiily Sambrook and Lucy Hassall had a mixed experience, so once Ellie and Emily had jumped but collected a few faults, the decision was made for the others girls to ride as individuals. This allowed them to both have a crack at really going for it.

Rose had an unlucky knock-down with a quick time that would have had her in the top ten, but Lucy played a blinder and rode herself into a clear lead, with nearly two seconds to spare.

She held the lead and finished there, out of 102 riders!.

Again in the bigger class Rose and Lucy rode as individuals, with Lucy finishing top of the 80 riders, this time in the bigger 90-95cm class.

Obviously this was a great result, and it reaffirms her as a great individual competitor. The win qualified for the national championships at Addington Manor in Buckinghamshire.!

Lucy Hassall on her horse Starlight Clara

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Look up....

and use all the space in your home We would all like more space in our homes and with houses in the UK getting smaller, space is at a premium. But what if there was an affordable way to create more space in our homes? A simple solution for all those people fed up of living among clutter and one that doesn’t require planning permission or any major structural building work.

For most, the loft is a dark and dingy place visited seasonally; once to dig out the Christmas decorations and then again to bring down the holiday suitcases. A precarious scramble across dusty beams, torch in hand; grabbing what’s needed then clambering back past boxes filled with long-forgotten belongings.

But that dark and dingy place is worth thousands. In fact, it takes up a third of

the floor space in an average home. So shouldn’t you be making the most of it?

And that’s where More Than Loft Ladders (MTLL) comes in. Founded in Bolton over five years ago, MTLL specialises in generating space by making the loft easily accessible. And that’s all it does. It’s not a generic building company, and it’s not jack-of-all-trades. MTLL only installs loft hatches, ladders, boarding, lighting and insulation. It’s what the company does all day, every day, using qualified local installers who are reliable, tidy and efficient.

The latest MTLL franchisee to open covers Crewe and Chester and is run by skilled tradesman, Adam Shepherd...“Our average job is about

Here’s a great way to make more storage space...

£290 and only takes a few hours to complete,” says Adam.

“And for that, customers get a modern two section aluminium ladder 50sq ft of boarding and a light to make the space safe and secure.”

The price customers are quoted is the price they will pay, with no additional call out or credit card charges.

“More Than Loft Ladders is already a trusted name in the north west with over 2,500 successful installations, and I really wanted to bring it here to Cheshire...It’s such a great and cost effective way for people to gain the extra space they need,” added Adam.

For a free survey and quotation with no obligation, contact More Than Loft Ladders now!

Install a loft ladder and make more use of your loft!

Loft ladder, Light & Switch plus 50 sqft of flooring from as little as £277+VAT which includes FREE fitting in less than a day.

Over 1500 people have chosen us to fit their loft ladder, this is because we offer: • A FREE home visit • A FREE written quotation

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Welcome to Bunbury’s new Farmers’ Market & Craft Fair We are proud to have set up this exciting new regular Farmers Market and Artisan Craft Fair in the heart of the beautiful village of Bunbury in the South Cheshire countryside.

Our award winning venue – The Yew Tree Inn Bunbury - are fantastic hosts. The market is on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am to 2pm. We have over 30 stalls selling an eclectic mix of local artisan foods as well as a fabulous large range of crafts, live

entertainment plus local charities - something for everyone. Brunch or lunch is available at The Yew Tree Inn from 10am., to book a table telephone 01829 260274.

We are getting really excited about our forthcoming Christmas Market & Craft Fair. There will be lots of exciting local as well as regional award winning foods, fantastic crafts and great Christmas gifts & ideas. Santa will be joining us as are the “early

Birds” of Bunbury.

Brain Mellor Master Chef of Harthill Cookery School will be giving us a demonstration and sharing seasonal cookery tips and recipes. It’s going to be the perfect start to your family’s festive celebration.

Tom Morrison of Berry Fresh Bakery can be contacted on 01948 662822 or email info@ berryfreshbakery.co.uk for further details or to book a stall.

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A Note of Thanks Tarporley Scouting Group would like to thank everyone who supported our bonfire and fireworks display on Saturday 8th November in Tarporley. It was great to see families and friends out from the village and also people who took the time to come from Tarvin, Kelsall and the other local villages. All proceeds went to supporting the scouting activities in the village which have 120 children attending each week.

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Move on, Move in, Move up.

Whether you’re buying or selling, there are so many exciting opportunities out there right now. So it’s time to talk to Savills.

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Need a solicitor?

Then come and see Hibberts, one of Cheshire’s leading law firms here on Tarporley’s High Street Call Richard at your local Leading Law Firm Hibberts LLP on 01829 733338 to arrange an appointment We can deal with all your legal requirements in a friendly and professional manner such as: l Property transactions both Residential and Commercial l Lasting Powers of Attorney and advising the Elderly l Divorce l Employment Matters including Compromise Agreements l Litigation l Wills and Probate l Agricultural matters Why don’t you call us on 01829 733338 or email us at rq@hibberts.com to arrange an initial free consultation with Richard Querelle to discuss your individual requirements For your own convenience home visits are available at no extra cost

Avenue Buildings, High Street Tarporley Cheshire CW6 0AZ Tel: 01829 733338

Luke strikes gold!

Luke Jennings was presented with his Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award

by Prince Edward at St James’s Palace.

Luke, from Utkinton, and now a second year student at Loughborough University studying Sports Science and Exercise, started his gold award while in sixth form at Tarporley High School.

During his award he had to learn a new skill, volunteer and undertake an expedition. His residential volunteering was with Derby Kids camp, an annual week long outdoor camp for disadvantaged children and children who will benefit from social or personal development or to provide a respite period for parents or carers. Luke enjoyed his experience so much at his first camp in 2013 he volunteered again in 2014 where he undertook the role of lead on outdoor activities and is hoping to continue volunteering at Derby Kids camp each year.

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HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR CLIENTS AND PETS

Happy Christmas to all our clients and pets Whilst the holiday period is a time for celebration, decorations and plenty of food, the festive season can be dangerous for our pets.

Follow Birch Heath Vet Clinic’s top tips to ensure a safe and

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Follow Birch Heath Vet Clinic’s top tips to ensure a safe and happy Christmas: l Keep toxic and dangerous foods out of reach e.g. chocolate, raisins, and bones l Playful pets sometimes bite off more than they can chew: cats love tinsel, rabbits enjoy chewing fairy lights, and dogs like to play ball with baubles from the tree, all of which can result in disaster l Check your pets’ vaccination certificates are up to date if they are booked into a boarding kennel or cattery. l Make your pets a den or call into the clinic for pheromone plug in devices/ tablets which can help reduce anxiety, as many animals become stressed with fireworks, Christmas crackers and visitors.

Ring Birch Heath Veterinary Clinic for advice, or to make an appointment for your pet.

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Over 60% of people don’t get having a Will. Luckily we do!

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Why you can’t rely on The problem wiTh willpower when we look to create positive change in our lives - such as to lose weight, commit to regular exercise or just work towards achieving a healthier lifestyle, we often believe that we must rely on willpower to make the changes necessary.

The problem with this is that we only have limited reserves of willpower. Think of willpower like the battery charge level on your mobile phone. The more you use your phone, the faster it runs out of battery. Willpower is the same – the more you use it the faster it runs out.

Many things drain our willpower on a daily basis.

From forcing ourselves out of our warm beds in the morning, to completing important work tasks and resisting the urge to reach for the chocolate bar hiding in the cupboard. Every little decision which requires us to use self-discipline depletes our willpower reserve for the day.

By the end of a tough day, your willpower is likely to have run dry! It’s at this point that you are most likely to eat something you shouldn’t or invent an excuse to avoid your planned exercise for the evening. The hundreds of little decisions throughout the day have used up your willpower reserves and left you vulnerable to making choices that take your further away from your goals.

It’s clear to see that we simply cannot rely on willpower to create change in our lives. We must do things a little differently.

Develop posiTive habiTs Developing habits is the best way to reduce your reliance on willpower. Once established, habits require minimal willpower and are extremely powerful. Think about it. How much willpower do you use to brush your teeth every night before you go to bed? My guess is not very much! This is because brushing your teeth is a habit.

New habits don’t form overnight, so you have to work at them, but persevere and the rewards can be life changing.

The key is to make sure that you don’t try to develop too many new habits at once. As one behaviour starts to become a habit in your life, you can use some of your freed up willpower to develop a new habit. As you develop new positive habits, over time you will require less and less willpower.

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By Daniel Jones BSc, Instinct Wellness Don’t worry about starting too small. Smaller habits are sometimes better as they require less willpower at the beginning.

Good habits to start with could include going to bed by 10pm, cutting out sugary breakfast cereals from your diet or exercising everyday.

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unhealthy foods kept at home, you are forcing yourself to rely on willpower. Inevitably, when your willpower is running low you will eat that unhealthy food.

So don’t give yourself a decision to make - keep your cupboards clean from unhealthy foods! To help with this when you go food shopping, make a list and stick to it.

Eliminating the choices available to you can also help to preserve precious willpower.

If you want to lose weight or just eat healthily, but have

If you want to make exercise a part of your life, schedule your workout sessions ahead of time.

Ideally work out with someone else who will help keep you

committed and accountable.

This effectively removes the choice to miss the session if you don’t feel like exercising. Small forcing mechanisms like this can add up to make a big difference.

We simply cannot rely on willpower alone if we want to create positive change in our lives. Look for ways to cut down on your choices and develop habits which will reduce your reliance on willpower and see how your life becomes healthier, more successful and less stressful!

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Bunbury pupils make the write choice!

Bunbury Aldersey CE Primary School are taking part in the BIC Back to School Collection Contest to see which school across the UK can save the most writing instruments from landfill.

The school earns 2p for each pen they send in for recycling which they plan to use to benefit the children at both schools.

The winning school also wins an additional

donation of £100, second prize is £75 and a third prize of £50 to the school, charity or non-profit of their choice.

To help them in their efforts Bunbury Aldersey are asking local people and businesses to help them by dropping back their used writing instruments to the collection box in the schools reception during school hours.

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Inheritance Tax could still threaten your f You may remember the Conservatives were planning to increase the Inheritance Tax (IHT) threshold to £1m if they won the General Election.

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ubsequently, the new Coalition Government shelved it. But if you are thinking that you are unlikely to be affected by IHT, think again. More and more people are affected by IHT every year. It used to be a tax that was the preserve of the very wealthy, but escalating property values in the last ten years have put paid to that.

For single people, Inheritance Tax applies at the top rate of 40% to assets worth over £325,000. This threshold is known as the nil band rate. For married couples and civil partnerships the threshold is £650,000. But the higher £650,000 limit only applies when assets are passed between spouses and civil partners and this figure reduces if any money is passed onto any of your benefactors during your lifetime. There are also other financial implications to consider, particularly if you are a widow, widower or divorcee.

And with the threshold remaining unchanged by the coalition government

until at least 2015 and subject to further legislation the freeze will be extended up to and including the 2017/2018 tax year, more people could get sucked in as the minimum IHT threshold usually increases at a rate equivalent to at least inflation.

Pearson Financial Management, a local Senior Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management, is concerned that most people do not understand the implications of IHT. “It’s clear that people are confused by IHT policy and many mistakenly believe they are unlikely to be affected by it,” he said. And he is also concerned about a potentially more serious knock-on effect.

“A Will* is vital in helping mitigate IHT,” said Philip. “Without a proper Will, people run the risk of their estate being severely reduced through IHT and also leaving themselves exposed to the ravages of long term care

costs later in life. It’s now more important than ever to seek professional advice and establish how you can protect your hard earned assets.”

If you are uncertain about how you stand regarding IHT and would like to know more about how to prevent much of your money falling into the hands of Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs, or your Local Authority through Long Term Care fees, book your consultation today.

For further information or to request your complimentary guide to Inheritance Tax please contact Pearson Financial Management of St. James’s Place Wealth Management. Pearson Financial Management can be contacted by phone on 01829 732450 or by email on ann.pearson@sjpp.co.uk.

Pearson Financial Management, with over 20 years experience, is a family business based in Cheshire

What our clients say; “I have always received a first class service. Philip Pearson conducts all business with total integrity and complete professionalism. He provides honest and trustworthy advice without any sales pressure.

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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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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.

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health & beauty with Angela Bartlett

Q. I have some dark brown patches on my face that have appeared with age. I am 60 so would I be suitable to have them removed with IPL (intense pulsed light)?

A. The majority of individuals are suitable for treatment except for very dark skinned or tanned people. However, a full consultation with a patch test is always carried out prior to treatment to assess if this is the best treatment for you. Very large, dark, mottled or raised pigmentation patches should not be treated without the authorisation of a dermatologist. The pigmented marks that respond best to treatment are superficial lesions that are caused by sun damage (sun spots) and freckles.

These marks typically take between one and three sessions to fade and are treated very successfully.

This is a great time of year to have IPL as daylight levels are low and you are less likely to be tanned so come in and see us to find out whether IPL is the correct treatment for you.

Q. I’ve been having electrolysis in a salon near to the place where I work. I have noticed that I can always feel each hair being removed from the hair follicle as if it is being plucked out. Is this correct?

A. No it’s not correct, but it’s a common fault with electrolysis treatment. The correct sensation is that you shouldn’t feel the small probe sliding into the hair follicle, as it’s a natural, microscopic opening in the skin. You will feel the sensation of the current which is often like a small stinging feeling. There should be no sensation during removal of the hair as it should just be ‘lifted’ from the hair follicle with tweezers. If the hair is being plucked out the treatment will be ineffective which is a waste of your time and money and is preventing you from achieving the permanent hair removal results that you desire.

Angela Bartlett is a highly qualified Advanced Aesthetician with almost 30 years of experience in the beauty and holistic industries. She is a Director and Past Chairman for BABTAC and CIBTAC. Her expertise is called upon to examine nationally and Internationally and to judge competitions such as Young Make-up Artist of the Year Award at Clothes Show, London.

She is also a regular contributor to a variety of consumer magazines and trade journals in the health and beauty sectors. Angela has a beauty, grooming and wellbeing clinic at the Wild Boar Hotel, near Tarporley where she works with her team of Therapists.

Previous, informative articles on a range of health and beauty topics can be found at www.angelabartlett.co.uk

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Historic Mill offered a 21st Century makeover Bunbury Watermill has been given the chance to improve its visitor experience with the announcement of a major refurbishment scheme.

new lighting to ensure that the Mill can be used during those dark winter evenings, re-plumbing to ensure higher sanitary standards and paving outside the visitor centre.

A grant of £12,500 will be used to tidy up the ancient mill and improve the visitor centre.

Ernest Croley, chairman of the Bunbury Mill Trust, said: “The work will start in the next few weeks. Soon afterwards we will be able to offer enhanced facilities to the many visitors who come to enjoy a much loved part of our heritage. All age groups are catered for, from school parties to pensioner groups, and those who just want a quiet cup of tea, or simply to enjoy the site. We give in excess of one thousand guided tours every year. Not bad for a bunch of volunteers!”

The Mill stands beside the River Gowy on a site that has been in use for more than 10 centuries. The present building was constructed in early Victorian times and most of the plant and machinery dates from that period. This means that the Mill has been serving the needs of Bunbury for a very long time, including giving sterling service during two world wars.

The old Mill still works well to this day, producing flour using no more power than that offered by the massive waterwheel and the enthusiasm of local volunteers. Time has taken its toll however and there is now a need for some improvement work, the cost of which is beyond the means of a charitable organisation.

The Trustees have prepared a refurbishment scheme which includes re-pointing the brickwork to dry out and stabilise the old mill building,

The funding is to be provided by WREN, a not for profit business which awards grants to community, heritage and environmental projects across the UK from resources donated by FCC Environment to the Landfill Communities Fund.

Peter Cox, managing director of WREN, said: “We’re delighted to support the work of the Bunbury Watermill Trust and the local community in restoring the Mill and preserving a valuable heritage site for future generations”.

Visit www.bunburymill.com for info.

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‘Alice In Wonderland … pantomime-style’ comes to Tattenhall. Special dates for your diary are Thursday January 29th, Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st 2015 when TADS take over the Barbour Institute for their annual pantomime.

It’s always a splendid night out and this will be no exception so remember the date and there will be more details in Decembers Parish News. Tickets will be on sale from Monday December 29th from ‘complement’ High Street, Tattenhall.

More information from Alison Pritchard at the ‘Coffee Shop, Tattenhall

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Christmas at Blakemere

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ur Christmas grotto is a must for the little ones this season. Each year we have more and more families visit us to meet Santa, with a new themed grotto each time for the children and adults to enjoy. A new system means less queuing time and some of that waiting will be spent inside where the children can take part in a craft activity to keep them entertained while the adults sit and watch. This year’s theme will be all made clear when the children arrive at the station! And then they will start their ‘journey’ to the North Pole.

In our festive square you will also find a small fun fair each weekend and just outside next to the car park the Christmas land train will be waiting to take you on a trip around the site.

Blakemere is host to over 30 unique shops and TARPORLEY TALK XMAS.pdf 1 27/10/2014 activities as well as a large licensed restaurant and

coffee bar serving daily specials, snacks, Christmas lunches and a variety of beverages for all ages making a day out to sample all Blakemere has to offer a great way to start your Christmas celebrations. There will be free regular entertainment in the bandstand in the centre of our Edwardian courtyard and the whole site will be decorated in traditional trimmings to make your visit feel as festive as possible.

Our Breakfast with Santa weekend is one of our most popular events. Taking place on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December, have a full cooked family breakfast while the big man mingles with all the children, tells them stories of rudolph and his friends and hands out gifts to each child. Held in the large restaurant from 8am until 10.30am this is always a sell out so book your tickets early by 15:42 visiting our website or calling the main office.

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The Bulls Head & Jack’s Family Restaurant

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Monday to Thursday- Book a table (min 24hr notice) and receive one free bottle of red or white house wine for every 4 adults.

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neW years eve Happy hour 6-8pm, Free Juke Box all night, Late bar Free nibbles throughout the night Sausage and bacon baps after midnight, Free lifts home within a 5 mile radius.

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Starters Spicy Parsnip soup with a crusty roll Creamy garlic mushrooms with a crusty roll Deep fried breaded brie accompanied with cranberry sauce Pate with melba toast and salad garnish Chicken Tikka strips served in a pitta bread with salad and sour cream dip Mains Traditional Roast Turkey with roast and mashed potato, parsnips, stuffing, sausage wrapped in bacon, seasonal vegetables and gravy Roast Beef and Yorkshire pudding with roast and mashed potato, parsnips, seasonal vegetables and gravy Chicken breast stuffed with stilton wrapped in bacon with a creamy mushroom sauce, hand cut chips and a salad garnish Salmon fillet sat on a bed of mashed potato and topped with a creamy prawn and dill sauce with seasonal vegetables Vegetable and goats cheese open omelette with salad garnish Beef Bourguignon with mashed potato and red cabbage Desserts Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce Eaton Mess Belgium Waffle topped with ice cream and maple syrup Apple Crumble with custard or ice cream

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Christmas Spa Day Experience Celebrate your Christmas within The Spa at Rowton Hall, with our luxury spa day, which will leave you feeling serenely pampered and relaxed ready for the festive season ahead You may choose one treatment from each section below Frankincense Body Scrub Full Body Brush ---------------------------------Babor Express Facial Sensational Eye Treatment Lavender Mint Hot Stones Back Massage ----------------------------------Energising Body Wrap Energising Foot Treatment Lavender and Frankincense Hand Treatment ---------------------------------Mini Head Massage Hand Massage Foot Massage Included in this spa day is a relaxing spa lunch and full use of our Health Club Facilities Also enjoy a complementary glass of wine and mince pie.

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Gardening by Janet Heath

Midwinter Cheer

The end of year is the best time to appreciate the evergreen plants, mainly shrubs and trees.

Holly or Ilex is the classic Christmas shrub with dark glossy green leaves and red berries. Frost on the leaves gives them a magical Christmas touch.

Hollies prefer a moist, well drained soil so heavy waterlogged clay is not recommended.

There are many other evergreen shrubs with cream, yellow and green foliage which always cheer up a garden in winter. Ground cover Euonymus Emerald n Gold and the variety Emerald Gaiety will cover the soil under larger shrubs. Another green and yellow shrub is Elaeagnus x ebbingei Limelight that will grow in sun or shade and

brighten up darker areas in winter.

Conifers come into their own in winter and I love the smaller trees with silvery blue foliage. The blue spruce Picea pungens Hoopsii has silvery, ice blue needles and would be suitable for moist but well drained acidic soil.

Another conifer with similar coloured foliage is Abies concolor Compacta which is a smaller slow growing tree with silver grey needles. These two smaller trees would look great with Rhododendrons and underplanted with Euonymus to give year round colour.

My favourite sight in winter is to see Dogwoods or Cornus with red or yellow coloured bark planted against silver birch with the winter sun giving a glowing colour.

Cornus alba Elegantissima is

one of the best with rich red stems in winter and green with cream edged leaves in spring and summer. It is a vigorous grower and will thrive on well drained or heavier soils in sun. Cut the stems down to 30 cms every two or three years to promote new growth and bright red bark.

Jobs to do in December are limited. Keep off lawns when frosted as you may cause damage to the grass by treading on it leaving a trail of footprint sized dead grass!

Prune shrubs to shape.

If you have ordered bare rooted, trees, shrubs or roses plant them out when the weather is dry and the ground is not frozen or waterlogged.

If they arrive when conditions are not right for planting, plant them up in pots or heel them in where the soil is well drained.

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Poppy Appeal collector’s long service award A presentation was made to Ernie Butcher, Tarporley Branch Secretary of the Royal British Legion to recognise his 10 years of service to the Poppy Appeal.

The presentation was made by the MP for Eddisbury, Stephen O’Brien after the Remembrance Day service and parade on Sunday 9th November.

Parking problems The police in Tarporley have been meeting with parish councillors to come up with a solution for parking problems on the High Street. As we all know, It is often difficult for buses and other large vehicles to pass through.

The local PCSO has also handed out several warnings to motorists who have parked on the double-yellow lines. Please

remember that it is an offence to park on yellow zig-zags and may result in you gaining three points on your license. l Police are also giving out advice to children about mobile phone use.

Officers visited Tarporley Primary School to discuss the importance of using their mobile phones appropriately, for example not using applications such as Snapchat and Whatsapp to bully other children.

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Monthly Newsletter - December 2014 Western Rural Police Team

by Insp Keith Curbishley My recent weekly reports have highlighted a recent spate of thefts from barns, outbuildings and sheds, targeting equipment such as chain saws, generators and quad bikes. It is quite possible that the offenders are watching people who use such equipment and then following them home, to see where it is stored. If you own or store similar equipment, please be mindful of this possibility and ensure that your storage facility for it is adequate to prevent any possible attempt theft. Farms and isolated dwellings are particularly vulnerable to this type of crime.

Police have also had reports about suspect vehicles approaching people and offering similar items for sale! It is highly likely that such property will be stolen. If you become aware of any such activity, please contact the police straight away and do not buy these items – it will only serve to create a ‘demand’ and encourage the offenders to commit more burglaries, thereby creating more victims of crime.

At this time of year your home may well be in darkness before you get home from work, which advertises the fact that there may be no one home. Please review your home security and make sure that you have lights on timers to create the impression that someone is home. Also consider asking trusted neighbours to call in to draw curtains etc.

• A shed was broken into at a property in Tiverton and a lawn mower was stolen. We receive an increase in reports of burglaries from outbuildings at this time of year as the evenings become darker and offenders strive to produce some quick cash before Christmas.

• A property was broken into on Woodlands Way while the occupants were out.

This is currently still under investigation. Consider leaving a light on if you are going out to make your property appear occupied.

• Parking across zebra crossings on the High Street has been reported by several local residents. The owners of local businesses have been advised regarding staff parking and the area will continue to be monitored. Please refrain from stopping on zebra crossings, even if it just for a few minutes. Extra parking spaces have been created in the car park behind The Rising Sun pub so please take advantage of these.

• Cold calling was reported at several properties in Eaton as a male approached houses offering to sell cleaning products. Although there is nothing to suggest that any offences have been made at this time, please do not feel pressurised into opening the door to strangers or anyone without identification. Certainly do not feel compelled to purchase any of the items on offer.

• Anti-social behaviour was reported on Oathills Drive on the evening of 29th October when youths were observed throwing eggs at properties.

PC Ged Gigg & PCSO Adam Miscikas, Dragon Hall Police Station 01606 362695

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FOOTBALL TALK...

TARPORLEY VICS FC

Cup success makes up for league struggles Tarporley Vic’s First Team were held to a 1-1 draw by Cuddington FC at the start of last month. This result was followed up with a 3-2 win over Middlewich Town FC and then a 4-1 win over Irlam FC Reserves.

These results mean that Tarporley Vics First Team are still in contention to qualify from their group in the J A Walton Challenge Cup. In the only League game to be played over the last month Tarporley Vic’s First Team lost 2-1 to Grappenhall FC. They now sit on the Bottom of the Cheshire League 1st Division albeit with games in hand.

Tarporley Vics Reserves continue to have mixed results mainly in Cup matches.

They too also lost their only League game played in the last month being beaten 2-1

by Barnton Wanderers.

Tarporley Vics were also invited into the Commander Ethleston Charity Cup and they reached the Semi Final where they were beaten by Whitchurch Alport.

This annual competition dates back

to 1908 and was created in memory of Commander Alfred Peel Ethelston, who died in a naval battle during the Second Boer War in South Africa in 1899. After his death, the Royal Navy installed memorials of honour in his name at Portsmouth, Chatham, Plymouth and Dartmouth.

From this desire to remember the Commander in his home town of Whitchurch, the Charity Cup Competition was born.

The winners of the Competition are presented with the original silver plated trophy, which bears the Ethelston family crest and details of the naval battle in which Commander Ethelston lost his life.With a diameter of 500mm and a total cup and base height of 540mm, the trophy is larger than the original FA Cup. Please contact Mike, Andy, Sean, Clive, Adam or Matt or any other Tarporley Vics members for any other Tarporley Vics info. We are always looking for help, new players and sponsorship therefore any support is appreciated (Mike can be contacted on 07793905269)

For further information on matches, training or sponsorship opportunities please view our website tarporleyvics.co.uk. Email us at tarporleyvics@gmail.com.

Contact Mike Brereton on 07793905269 if any further information is required You can also become a Facebook “Friend” of Tarporley Victoria FC to keep with all news

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What’s on in your village DecEMBER Friday 5th December Christmas BBC Bingo (birds, booze and confectionery) at Huxley Village Hall. Eyes down 7.30pm.

Information Steve 01829 781294 or Lorraine 01829 781573.

Friday 5th December Christmas Lights switched on at 6pm, under the Chestnut Tree, Tarporley High Street. All welcome.

Friday 5th December The Snow Queen presented by RPO/Little Pixie Production, at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall, 7.30pm. A new interpretation of a timeless tale. Suitable for all. Call 01829 771374.

Saturday 6th December Tattenhall Country Market are holding their special Xmas Market at the Barbour Institute from 2-4pm.

Lots of home made Xmas goodies for sale, plus a competition and collection in aid of the Children In Need appeal. Teas, coffees and cake served. Everyone welcome. For more information please contact Marion Bevan on 01829770196 Saturday 6th December Tarvin Christmas Festival, begins with a performance of the Snow Queen at Tarvin Community Centre at 2pm, and continues from 5-9pm in the High Street, with musical entertainment, Father Christmas, craft and food stalls.

Wednesday 10th- Friday 12th December Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College Presents the musical Hairspray.

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on Friday December 12th from 4-7.30pm in Barbour Square This year it will be bigger and better with lots of stalls selling Christmas produce plus many gift ideas and again the local shops will stay open until 7.30pm. A new addition this year will be a Grand Hog Roast supplied and served by the ‘Travelling Pig’ company. So enjoy a wonderful pork, apple sauce and stuffing bap whilst you browse the stalls. This year the visit from Father Christmas will be on the same evening and children will be able to collect their ticket from Tattenhall Library on the following dates … Tuesday, November 25th & Friday, November 28th from 3.15-4.00pm. Contact Alison Pritchard on 07711 464338 or call into the Coffee Shop on Tattenhall High Street if you are interested in having a stall … only (£10) There will be lots of entertainment for everyone plus a Grand Christmas Hamper Raffle so put the date in your diary ... more details next month.

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What’s on in your village DecEMBER CLUBS AND SOCIETIES Tiverton District Garden Club Tuesday 2nd December, 8pm at Tiverton Village Hall, Huxley Lane, just off A49. Sharpen your wits by joining us for our Christmas social evening and Fun Gardening Quiz, followed by mulled wine and mince pies, and a raffle. Entry £3 for members and visitors. All are welcome.

West Cheshire Rural U3A Come and join us for the next meeting of on Thursday 18th December at the Barbour Institute in Tattenhall. Our Christmas festivities will include music/mulled wine/ mince pies and a Mystery Raffle. We will be entertained by the singer Paul Burns. 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 Pete Brunton 01829 741824 Peter@brunton.name Tarporley U3A First anniversary celebrations at Tarporley Community Centre, 10am-12noon. Free festive refreshments during the open day.

Peckforton and Beeston WI November means AGM time and this year our President Liz Jones and our Catering Organizer Libby Warriner have both resigned from the committee and were presented with a gift in recognition of having served for many years for which we are very grateful. Two of our newer WI members have joined the committee and Ann Wall, our new President will lead us into 2015 - the WI Centenary Year. An excellent hot pot supper followed the AGM and we are now looking forward to learning how to be ‘expert gift wrappers’ at our next meeting on 3rd December and the Christmas Party on 12th December.

Tarporley WI The next Women’s Institute will take place on Wednesday 3rd December at 8:15pm at Tarporley British Legion. There will be a wreath and a table top flower arrangement demonstration from Gaynor from the Flower Room, Tarporley, which will be raffled off at the end of the meeting, plus mulled wine and mince pies will be available on the evening.

Tattenhall Gardening Society Come and celebrate ’14 Sips Till Christmas!’ with us on 10th December at 7.45pm in the Barbour Institute. We are having a demonstration and tasting session of seasonal drinks, food and presents, just in time for last minute Christmas gifts, with the main ingredient originating from our gardens!

We wish you all a peaceful Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year!

Bunbury WI The group meets at 7.30pm on the 2nd Thursday of every month in the Pavilion, with a talk or demonstration, some brief WI business and refreshments prepared by Members.

2014 ended on a high for Members when Julie Summers, author of “Jambusters”, joined our November meeting and gave a wonderful presentation to a Pavilion packed with both Members and visitors. The book has been the inspiration for the ITV series “Home Fires” some of which is currently being filmed in Bunbury for general release in 2015 and tells the story of the amazing work of the WI during the War. The WI is a great way to meet like-minded women, make new friends, listen to a variety of interesting speakers, enjoy some of the many organised activities or join other smaller groups for reading, keep-fit, quizzing, luncheons, etc. Call Lesley Moore on 01829 262514 or simply come along to one of our meetings.

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TATTENHALL Tattenhall Library (01625 378158) Adjacent to Tattenhall Park Primary School, Chester Road, Tattenhall, Cheshire, CH3 9AH. We have a wide range of books, DVD’s for hire, a large children’s section and if we haven’t got what you’re looking for we’ll order it for you. Email: libraries@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk. Tel 01625 378158 Tattenhall Cricket Club Contact Mel Dobson on 07799 476 108 We cater for players of all standards and ages and run five junior teams starting at U9s and 4 competitve senior teams .

Our facilities are one of the best in the county which are now used by the full senior Cheshire team For further information and details on winter nets please call Alex Sandland (07974 265064) or Robin Mulvihill (07590 918106). You can also visit our website at www.tattenhallcricketclub.co.uk BARBOUR INSTITUTE High St, Tattenhall. All enquires/bookings 01829 771649 or email tcabi@tiscali.co.uk Monday 10.00-11.30am 10.00-11.30am 10.00-12.00pm 6.30-7.20pm 7.30pm-9.00pm 7.30pm

Tuesday 9.30am-2.30pm 10am-12noon 2.00-4.00pm 6.30-7.30pm 8.00-9.30pm

Stay & Play session Breastfeeding Support U3A Watercolour (fortnightly) Zumba Yoga Tattenhall Parish Council (1st Mon) Tattenhall Diamond Club Coffee Morning U3A Craft Group Karate Tattenhall Singers

Wednesday 10-11am Line Dancing 10am-1pm CAB (1st Wed) 7.30-8.15pm Ballroom & Latin 7.45pm Gardening Society (2nd Wed) 2pm winter / 7.30pm summer, W.I. (3rd Wed) Thursday 12.30-2.30pm

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Country Market Italian Holistic Therapy sessions (4th Fri) Bridge

Saturday 9.00-10.00am 11.00am-12noon

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Tattenhall Amateur Dramatic Society Join a warm & friendly group - to meet new people, have fun, help with production - or tread the boards!

Contact 01829 771353 or 770482 New members welcome.

TATTENHALL TENNIS CLUB Club mornings Tuesday 10am. Club evenings Tuesday 6.30pm onwards. We hold regular in club tournaments and enjoy summer league matches for more competitive tennis.

For tennis coaching - contact Nicola Herbert on 07949 763005 nics10is@hotmail.com or for tennis club info contact Jane Roberts 01829 782028 charityfarm3@hotmail.com or see web www. sporttattenhall.co.uk/tennis RUNNING CLASSES Total Beginners & Intermediates Classes available.

Train for your local Charity race or simply enjoy running in the lanes and fields around Tattenhall.

Contact: Dave 0790 187 1116 YOGA BIRTH CLASSES Antenatal active birth classes in Tattenhall. Call Helen Langley on 01829 261414 for more details.

TATTENHALL RAINBOWS Come and try something new, learn new skills, make new friends and have lots of fun! A warm welcome guaranteed for everyone!!

Suitable for girls aged 5-7. Tattenhall Recreation club on Thursdays. 5:15pm to 6:15pm. Contact Louise Gibson or Julia Carter-Jones for further details/to be placed on waiting list. Phone 01829771001 or email lgwynn@btopenworld.com.

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TARVIN & HUXLEY Tarvin Community Centre (01829 740868) Toddler Group 10.00-11.30am Fridays Yoga 1pm Mondays Tarvin Library 12.00-19.00 Tuesdays

13.30-17.00 Thursdays Ballet 15.30-18.00 Tuesdays ‘Body Pump and Tone’ 19.00-20.00 Tuesdays

Termtime only. 01829 752701 Silver Threads 14.00 2nd+4th Wednesdays of month Flower Club 19.30, 2nd Wednesday of month W.I. 19.30. last Wednesday of month Bingo 19.30 Thursdays Kung Fu 18.30-20.30 Thursdays Civic Trust Regular meetings/events Sewing Bee 2nd Tuesday of the month 7.45pm-9.45pm Huxley VILLAGE HALL Huxley Village Hall is available to hire for private functions, birthday parties etc £8 per hour. Now available to hire throughout the day.

Please contact Booking Secretary on 781563/781573 for further information.

HARGRAVE & HUXLEY HISTORICAL GROUP We meet on the second Monday of the month at various venues in the villages, at 7.30pm. Contact susan@smudge-home.co.uk Tarvin Tennis Club (01829 741314) We welcome visitors and new members of all abilities to come and try our four artificial grass courts. We hold friendly club evenings on Tuesdays and Fridays, while in the autumn and winter these club sessions switch to Saturday

LITTLE BUDWORTH Little Budworth Pre-school, takes children from 2 years of age, Monday, Wednesday and Friday (term-time only), 8.45am to 15.15pm, at Little Budworth Village Hall, CW6 9BP. Tel: 07849642417 or email: enquiries@littlebudworthpreschool.org.uk.

afternoons. We field five teams in the Chester and District Summer League and from October we have teams in the West Cheshire Winter League plus a team in the Glan Aber Floodlit League.

Throughout the whole year different friendly groups also play on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, both morning and afternoon, and all are welcome to join in. For details see www. tarvintennisclub.co.uk or phone Rob on 01829 741314, Wendy on 01244 300446 or Keith on 01829 740178.

Tarvin Pre-School & Day Nursery Vibrant and stimulating environment for children from two years old. Activities such as Forest Schools, French, Welsh and Makaton. Open from 7.45am to 6pm. Incorporating “Rainbows Holiday Club” for children from 2-11 years old. Rated “Outstanding”by OFSTED! Tel Lyn on 01829 741011 or e-mail at tarvin.preschool@btconnect.com SUNSHINE DAY NURSERY & PRE SCHOOL, TARVIN Providing a happy, homely and stimulating environment for ages 0-10. Free child places for 3-4 year-olds. Also after school club and holiday club Monday to Friday 8am-6pm. Call Lisa Ashley on 01829 740066. www.sunshineprivatedaynursery.co.uk TARVIN GARDENING SOCIETY We meet on the second Friday of each month (Feb to Oct) at 8pm in the Community Centre at Tarvin.

JACAPPELLA Children’s music class every Tuesday 10:30am at St Andrews Church in Tarvin! Ages 0-6. All welcome, mums, dads, grandparents & carers. Half an hour of songs, puppets & amp; music instruments. Great Fun!

COTEBROOK Cotebrook Village Hall Weekly: Wednesday - Zumba 6.15-7.15pm .Contact Maritza Taylor on 01948 820402/ 0750 137 3426 - Radio Club 7.30 pm.

Thursday - Orchestra 7.30 pm Friday - Zumba 11am -12 noon

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KELSALL Kelsall Gardening Club Meets the second Tuesday of each month in the Methodist Church Rooms, Chapel Green at 7.45pm. Non members welcome. Contact David Shakspeare 01829 751637 KELSALL TENNIS CLUB Kelsall has three tennis courts located behind the Community Centre. The club has a ladies team playing in both winter and summer leagues, a men’s team playing in a winter league and a mixed team playing during the summer. There is an extremely popular children’s coaching scheme running throughout the year ranging from Reception to sixth formers. In addition there are coaching courses during the summer holidays and half terms. The children compete in two summer leagues. Junior Club Night is well attended on a Friday evening and Senior Club Night is on Tuesday evening from 6.30pm. Club afternoon is Saturday from 2pm. New members welcome. Visit www.kelsalltennisclub.net or email the Secretary on kelsall.tennisclub@hotmail.com Kelsall WI Kelsall WI meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the Methodist Schoolroom, Chapel Green, Kelsall. For details of the programme, please contact the secretary on 01829 752558 or our website www.kelsallwi.org.uk Kelsall Bridge Club Meets every Tuesday and Thursday at the Community Centre,7-10pm. Social Bridge for Beginners/Intermediates on Tuesdays, duplicate on Thursdays. Contact Nick Mayfield on 01829752105.

Kelsall Badminton Club We meet on Tuesdays 8-9:30pm in Kelsall Community Centre from September to April. New players always welcome. For more details contact Sharon 01829 759362.

CONNECTIVE LEARNING DYSLEXIA CENTRE Enjoyable computerised learning programme for anyone who struggles with reading and spelling.

Friendly Kelsall Centre. Outstanding results.

Open 4-7pm every weekday. For more details see www.connectivelearning.co.uk or ring 01829 752994 Barney’s Buddies Thursdays, from 10am in the Methodist Church school room, an informal drop-in for mums, babies and pre-school children - dads, grans and carers are all welcome.Contact Beth Ferringo on 01244 300638. messy church Kelsall Methodist Church on the 1st Monday of the month, from 4-6pm. Children can have fun exploring a range of crafts, followed by a meal and singing. Contact Beth Ferringo on 01244 300638.

Kelsall Pre-school & Klub Kelsall Pre-school & Klub is situated in the grounds of Kelsall School. We provide a happy, caring and fun environment where children learn and develop through their play. We are open term time Monday to Friday from 8.00am – 6.00pm for children aged 2 to 12. Please feel free to pop in and see us or alternatively contact us on 01829 759268 or email kelsall.preschool@uwclub.net

TIVERTON Tiverton Village Hall (Booking : Janice Farrall - 01829 732855) Weekly Duplicate Bridge: Call George Molyneux 01829 733962 Mondays - 6.30pm till 10pm Wednesdays - 1.30pm till 5pm Line Dancing: Contact Win Bond on 01829 260080 Tuesdays - 10am till 12pm Monthly Drop In Coffee Morning: Last Thursday of month

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10.30am - 12pm (Call Madge Marshall 01829 732217) Tiverton District Garden Club We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at Tiverton Village Hall (just off the A49) at 8pm. Everyone is welcome at our lively and friendly meetings, and to the visits in the summer season. Entrance fee is £1.50 (non-members £2) and includes a raffle and refreshments. All enquiries to 733465 (Joyce Harbottle, Secretary), or why not become a member - annual membership is only £5 each, with lots of advantages.

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Contact: Hilary Armstrong 260410 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Bunbury Village Hall 9am-2.50pm Wednesday and Friday Bunbury Village Hall 9am-12.30pm

Fitness Pilates 9.15 -10.15am; Fit as a fiddle (exercise class for the over 50’s) 10.30 - 11.30am Contact ruth@pwmltd.com or 01829262699 Indoor Bowling - 1.30pm Rainbows - 4.30pm - 5.30pm Brownies: (1st Bunbury Pack) 6pm - 7.15pm Tuesdays Aerotone 7.15-8.15pm. A mix of aerobics & body conditioning) 01829262699.

Baby Massage classes 10-11am. Contact: Amy 07868 563258 to book place/more information Wednesdays (2nd Bunbury Brownies - 5.45pm - 7pm Toddler Group 9.30am - 11.30am Thursdays Keep Fit - 9.15am - 10.15am Pilates: - 7.30-8.30pm Bunbury and Tiverton Methodist Chapels Sunday - 10.45am at Bunbury except the 1st Sunday at the month 10.45am at Tiverton & 5th Sunday at St. Boniface, Bunbury at 10am.

Women’s Institute Peckforton & Beeston W.I. - 1st Wednesday Peckforton Village Room - 7.30pm Bunbury WI. 2nd Thursday - Pavilion - 7.30pm

BUNBURY SINGERS Mondays in term time – 7.30-9.15pm Choir Practice at Bunbury Primary School BUNBURY VILLAGE HALL Monday Ladies Badminton start 7.30pm Tuesday BUDO 7pm Wednesday Hanlon School of Dance 4.30pm Thursday Hanlon School of Dance 4.30pm Thursday Men’s badminton 8pm Gardening Club 3rd Tuesday 8pm Good Companions meet as and when they require and have no fixed dates.

Please note that Wednesday Club no longer meets and have disbanded.

BUNBURY FOOTBALL CLUB Saturday morning (during school term) from 9.3011am at Bunbury Playing Fields, 5-11-year-olds.

Visit www.bunburyfootball.co.uk, write to Info@ BunburyFootball.co.uk or call 07901 954862.

Royal British Legion Meet Every 2nd Monday at The Nags Head Bunbury, 8pm

DUDDON, CLOTTON & HOOFIELD Duddon, Clotton & Hoofield War Memorial Hall For booking call 01829 781490 Duddon Toddler Group - Every Wednesday (term time only) 9.30 -11.30am Bowling - Every Wednesday (except summertime) at 7.30pm Seniors Keep fit - Thursdays at 2pm to 3pm.

Table Tennis - Every Monday at 7.30pm

Monthly Coffee Morning - 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10.30am Women’s Institute 1st Thursday of the month at 7.30pm Taekwondo Clubs Duddon & Clotton War Memorial Hall Tuesdays 6pm - 7pm Juniors; 7pm - 8pm Adults Fridays 5pm - 6pm Tots; 6pm - 7pm Juniors

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EATON Activities at the Jessie Hughes Village Hall

3rd Thursday monthly 10.30am - 12 noon, Tea ‘n’ Chat drop-in social morning

For information regarding the village hall please contact Hilary Healey on 01829 730427, email jessiehughesvillagehall@yahoo.co.uk

Friday 9.15am - 12 noon Pilates contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240

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. Contact Iris Weaver 01829 740100

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

Tattenhall Runners Training sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, meeting at Tattenhall Recreation Club at 7pm, to start at 7:15pm. Tattenhall Runners is a friendly club suitable for a wide range of abilities, with runs on the footpaths of the Peckforton Hills and quiet lanes round Tattenhall.

Email info@tattenhallrunners.com for more information.

Tarvin Meeting Point (formerly Tarvin Women’s Register) Meeting on alternate Thursdays in member’s homes to discuss a wide range of topics, both lighthearted and serious. For further information contact Sue Hardacre on 01829 741962.

Bunbury Singers They meet every Monday evening during term time at 7.45pm to 9.15pm at the Aldersey Primary School in School Lane, Bunbury. New members are always welcome, there are no auditions.

Email info@bunburysingers.org.uk 94 To advertise call 01244 350398

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX Aerials MR Aerials................................................... p83 Archtitecture Scott Architecture........................................ p86 Bathrooms Oceans Bathrooms..................................... p65 William & Maurice Bathrooms..................... p81 Beds / Bedrooms Cheshire Bedrooms.................................... p86 Kingsley....................................................... p43 Bicycles Global Bike.................................................. p16 Rock Garden Cycles................................... p22 Building & Joinery Apex............................................................ p28 Bunbury Prop Maintenance........................ p83 Cheshire Joinery Services ........................... p2 SM Edwards................................................ p83 Stephen Ford Joinery.................................. p81 Hogan Development Services.................... p46 PJ Meade Brickwork................................... p83 AJ Payne Property...................................... p83 TGB Construction & Landscapes............... p83 Urban Construction..................................... p85 Care Agencies Bunbury Care.............................................. p30 Care Home/ Care Service Helping Hands............................................ p32 Springcare..................................................front Carpets / Flooring Fine Fabrics................................................ p79 Kelsall Hill Rug Repairs.............................. p55 Kingsley Carpets ........................................ p45 Little Carpet Shop....................................... p58

Electrical Electrical Wholesale Supplies..................... p20 Hawk Electrical............................................ p84 Weaver Electrical ....................................... p86 Equine (Horses) Cheshire Equine Clinic................................ p59 Estate Agents / Property Apex Developments.................................... p28 Hinchcliffe.................................................... p21 Savills.......................................................... p48

Pest Control Eek................................................................ p7 Mole Control................................................ p87 Sudden Strike.............................................. p37

Fitness Body Control Pilates..................................... p9 Instinct Wellness....................................p60-61

Petcare Finbar’s Friends.......................................... p32 Tarvin Petcare............................................. p38

Flooring Broadleaves Hardwood Flooring................ p83

Pharmacy Ian Littler...................................................... p75

Food & Drink Briscoe’s Dairy ........................................... p87 Bulls Head, Clotton..................................... p73 Fox & Barrel................................................ p63 Gibsons Cafe............................................ back Hollies Farm Shop...................................... p17 Peckforton Castle........................................ p56 Royal Oak................................................... p19 Wild Boar..................................................... p12 Willington Fruit Farm................................... p42 Yew Tree Farmers Market ......................... p41

Physiotherapy Home visit Physio....................................... p75

Fuels/energy/power Clearview Stoves ....................................... p83 County Oil..................................................... p3 Wynnstay Fuels.......................................... p71 Funeral Services / Undertaker Jacqueline Wilson....................................... p36 Furniture/Interior Design Furniture Market.......................................... p15

Cleaning / Domestic Service Carpet & Oven Cleaning............................. p87 Joy to Clean................................................ p79 Kelsall Window Cleaning............................ p84 Molly Mop.................................................... p85 The Ovencleaners....................................... p86

Garden Andy’s Garden Care................................... p86 Ashton Hayes Garden Services................. p86 Cain’s Garden Services.............................. p84 DKC Contracts.............................................. p8 Eek Pest Control......................................... p64 Lawn Guy.................................................... p84 Mole Control................................................ p83 Ringwood Fencing ....................................... p3 Sudden Strike Pest Control........................ p39 Tree Barber................................................. p86

Computer Services DIT............................................................... p36 Flummoxed................................................... p5 Curtains and Fabrics Curtains of Frodsham ................................ p44 Fine Fabrics........................................p42 & 79 Decorator Jason Wild................................................... p83 Drainage Sudden Strike.............................................. p55 Driveways Build Pave and Scape................................. p85 Cheshire Tarmac......................................... p36 Education Abbey Gate................................................. p37 Duddon St Peter’s School........................... p29 Eaton Primary School................................. p31 King’s School......................................p23 & 25 Queen’s School........................................... p33 Sandy Bears Nursery.................................. p26

Motoring JPW Body Repairs...................................... p44 Land Rover Experience.............................. p55 Saunders for Service.................................. p81

Financial / Accounts Pearson Financial Management............p66-67

Chauffeur Grosvenor Chauffeur.................................. p19

Coach Holidays Clive Benson............................................... p13

Lettings Emma Creasey Lettings............................. p16 Lofts More Than Loft Ladders.............................. p39

Golf Golf Lessons............................................... p75 Helsby Golf Club......................................... p55 Handyman Property Maintenance................................. p83 Health & Beauty Angela Bartlett............................................. p69 Beautified.................................................... p14 Home Visit Physiotherapy........................... p20 Macdonald Portal Spa................................. p77 Pro-Med Laser Clinic.................................. p57 Rowton Hall................................................. p74 Skin Deep...................................................... p9 House Clearance County Clearance....................................... p83 Kitchens Granite Worktops........................................ p53 Maranatha Kitchens & Bathrooms.............. p54 Legal Cullimore Dutton......................................... p32 Hibberts....................................................... p49 Walker Smith Way......................................... 52

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Piano Lessons / Tuning Martin C Cook............................................. p86 Andrew P Dean Piano Tuning..................... p84 Andrew Starmer Piano Lessons................. p55 Plastering CGH Plastering........................................... p79 IP Plastering................................................ p84 Lonsdale Plastering.................................... p84 Plastering Solutions.................................... p84 Tattenhall Plastering.................................... p86 Plumbing CS Plumbing............................................... p31 CT Plumbing............................................... p86 H Challenor & Son Plumbing...................... p84 Coppercroft................................................. p44 Mackay Plumbing........................................ p46 PK Plumbing............................................... p87 SW Heating & Plumbing............................. p85 Podiatry Zenchi.......................................................... p47 Shopping Blakemere Village....................................... p72 Taxi/Private hire Apollo Travel................................................. p5 Billinge Travel . ............................................. p3 Grosvenor Chauffeur.................................. p12 J&M Cars.................................................... p15 Tarvin Cars.................................................. p32 Televisions Blagg & Sons.............................................. p18 Tiling Ace Tiling..................................................... p46 Travel Clive Benson Coach Holidays.................... p53 Vets Birch Heath................................................. p51 Cheshire Equine Clinic...........................p58-59 Window Cleaning Kelsall Window Cleaning............................ p84 Pure Clean Window Cleaner...................... p83 Windows / Conservatories Cheshire Joinery........................................... p2 Cloudy2Clear................................................ p7 Kelsall Windows......................................... .p25 Sovereign Windows ................................... p14 Window Geeks............................................ p23

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