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Contents Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society
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Silver Foliage by Diarmuid Gavin
Get Splattered, Not Shattered!
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Stafford Samaritans
Berkswich History Society Season 16-17
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What’s on
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Quick Crossword
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National Trust Stafforshire Upcoming Talks
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WIN tickets to see Little Shop of Horrors!
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Local Teen Completes Skydive for Shine Charity
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Water Weenies with Hydro Health
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Two minute Trial
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Radfield Home Care Grand Opening
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Useful Numbers
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Recipe of the month
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Low Prices and High Standards at Opticians Factory Outlet 20 It’s All About The Weather - Stafford Camera Club
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Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society meet on the
in Stafford, just a few minutes drive from the M6
first Monday of each month during February to
motorway.
December. Come and join us to meet with people who have very different tastes in music.
Admission prices for Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society Concerts for visitors is ÂŁ6 (unless otherwise
We have a professional organist and keyboard player providing entertainment. The meetings are from 7:30pm until 9:30pm with a short break where the entertainer is freely available for chats and to offer advice to musicians on keyboard and organ playing. We enjoy a mixture of music styles including modern, classic, country and jazz music. There is a bar and raffle during the evening and parking at the venue is free of charge.
notified). Upcoming concert dates are: Sept 5th 2016: Paul Roberts Oct 3rd 2016: Matthew Bason Nov 7th 2016: Steve Hubble Dec 5th 2016: Tony Stace We love to see new faces so come and join us, we promise you will receive a warm welcome! If you would like any further details please feel free to call Derek on 01785 664147.
The Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society meets at The Stafford Rangers Social Club, Marston Road
We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting!
Join us for an evening of entertainment! Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society presents...
Paul Roberts - September 5th 2016 7:30pm at Stafford Rangers Social Club Come along and enjoy a mixture of music styles including popular classics, songs from the shows and more! Everyone welcome. ÂŁ6 on the door.
For more information contact Derek on 01785 664147. HALF PRICE TICKETS ON PRODUCTION OF THIS ADVERT! Stafford Keyboard and Organ Society Tel: 01785 664147
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Get Splattered, Not Shattered!
Katharine House Hospice The Katharine House Splatter Dash returns for a
third year, and in 2016, the hospice would love you
to be part of it! This year, Katharine House Hospice
of 6 or more at £10 per person.
would like you to help the Splatter Dash event to
This year’s event is once again being kindly sponsored
change lives in our community.
Estates said “We are very proud to be part of Splatter
reach a grand total of £50,000 which will continue to
Splatter Dash returns to Stafford Common on Saturday
by Castle Estates. Steve Roulstone, Director of Castle
Dash 2016 and to be supporting such a worthy cause”.
10th September, and is a perfect event for small
Holly Addison, Corporate Fundraiser for Katharine
competitive colleagues!
Estates for sponsoring Splatter Dash for the second
children and families of all ages, groups of friends or
The Katharine House Splatter Dash is Stafford’s original and messiest powdered paint event, where you start
in your brightest whites and run, walk, skip, dance or
crawl your way around the Splatter Dash route, getting
covered in wonderful colours of powdered paint as you pass through the many splatter stations!
Lisa Carson, Events Fundraiser said “This is a fantastic, fun event suitable for all ages and abilities. We are urg-
ing people to sign up in advance as prices will increase on the day. The hospice does have a genuine need to
vital raise funds so that we can continue to provide free care to local people; everyone who takes part in this event will be making a difference” said Lisa.
Registrations are now being taken for the event which
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costs £10 for under 16’s, £15 for over 16’s and groups
House said “I’d like to give special thanks to Castle
year running. Their sponsorship means that even more
money raised from the event will go directly to providing free care for local people with life limiting illnesses”. You can register for Splatter Dash 2016 online at www.khhospice.org.uk/events
Katharine House Hospice provides free care for local people living with a progressive illness and support
for their families. The Hospice began as a “Hospice at Home” service in 1989 and now provides a range of
free services at the Hospice and in the community. Each year it costs the Hospice £2.7m to provide care and this is largely due to the kindness and generosity of local
people and business who help to provide 75% of the funds required.
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Berkswich History Society Season 2016 - 2017 September 20th sees the start
story of Trentham continue as
December will see a visit from
History Society when the
Steve Booth visits us with a talk
Henry V (a.k.a.Max Keen) Co
entitled “The Duke and Duchess
Complete with armour, chain mail
of Sutherland after 1833.”
and weapons of the period Max
of a new season for Berkswich speaker will be author and
journalist, Tessa Boase. Tessa,
will take us back to the time of
author of “The Housekeeper’s
Dr Richard Buckley who was lead
Press and now available in
found Richard III in the car park
After Christmas we come back
will visit us in November. As we
down to earth, leaving royalty
expect a great deal of interest
behind and look at drovers,
in this talk admission will be by
highwaymen, burning at the stake
ticket. They will be available to
and first world war soldiers.
Tale” (published 2014 by Aurum paperback) will tell us the sad tale of Dorothy Doar,
housekeeper for the Duke
and Duchess of Sutherland
until 1832. She will compare
Dorothy’s life to that of Grace Higgens who was a
housekeeper during the
second world war. Tessa is now working hard on her next book
which will be published in 2018. Starting in October, we hope, with the help of staff from the County Record Office, to run a 7 week Family History Course at
Agincourt.
Archaeologist on the dig which
members at our September and October meetings and if any remain, they will be available for members of the public from 19th October. We will follow Dr Buckley’s talk with a visit to Bosworth Field, Leicester Cathedral and Richard III visitors centre during the Summer of 2017.
Meetings are held in Walton Village Hall at 7:30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Annual membership is £3.50 single or £5 couple + £1 meeting fee, visitors £3 per meeting.
2016/2017 Programme
Brocton Village Hall on Wednesday afternoons. The final meeting will be held in the County Record Office. The course is designed for people starting out in family history and is not suitable for those who already have experience in tracing their ancestors. If you are interested in getting more details please contact us by using the email form on the contact page of our webpage,
www.berkswichhistorysociety. btck.co.uk Our October meeting will see the
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Question: Which reality TV singing competition did Rhydian take part in? a) The Voice b) The X Factor c) Popstars Terms and conditions One winner will be picked at random and will receive 2 tickets for the show. The performance date and time is Tuesday 20th September 2016 at 7:30pm at Lichfield Garrick Theatre. Tickets cannot be exchanged and no cash alternative prize nights available. Winners may be required to partake in relevant publicity. Please ensure your entry is submitted before DATE to be in with a chance of winning. All entries must include your full name, contact telephone number and address.
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Recipe of the month Plum and Almond Tart Enjoy British plums at their best with this delicious baked tart. It tastes just as good warm or cold served with a spoonful of thick cream or crème fraiche. Serves 8. Ready in 1 hr 15 mins. 300g (10oz) fresh shortcrust pastry 115g (4oz) unsalted butter, softened 115g (4oz) caster sugar 2 large eggs, beaten 115g (4oz) ground almonds 55g (2oz) plain flour 6 large firm plums, stones removed and sliced 4 tbsp plum jam, warmed and sieved 1 tbsp lemon juice
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1. Roll the pastry out on a lightly floured surface and use to line a 23cm (9in) loose-based fluted flan tin. Trim the edges and prick the base and sides of the pastry with a fork. Chill in the fridge for 20 mins. Preheat the oven to 190C, 375F, Gas 5. Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. . 2. Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until pale and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs and ground almonds then gently stir in the flour. Spread the mixture into the pastry case and level with a spatula. 3. Arrange the plum slices on top of the almond filling in concentric circles. Place the flan tin on the hot baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 mins. Reduce the oven temperature to 180C, 350F, Gas 4 and bake for a further 25-30 mins until the filling is golden and set. Mix the jam and lemon juice together and brush over the warm tart. Serve warm or cold.
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It’s All About The Weather Stafford Camera Club
Stafford Camera Club are delighted to announce that Irene Froy, a photographer of international standing, will be opening their new Season on
Tuesday 6 September with her talk, “It’s all about the weather” at 8:00pm held at The Royal British Legion Club, 76 Eastgate Street, Stafford, ST16
at her happiest in the countryside with her camera on her tripod. She was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society in April 1994 in the Visual Arts - Pictorial category, with darkroom Colour Prints. But since resigning from the RPS in 2010 she is no longer
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In March 1997, she was invited to membership of the
her talks and images are inspirational to both novice
London Salon of Photography. She gained EFIAP
and experienced photographers. It’s sure to be a
(Excellence de la Federation International d’Art
superb evening. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Photographique) in 2000. She attained MPAGB in April
Non-members pay just £3 to attend this wonderful talk
2007.
IRENE FROY
Irene was awarded the APAGB (Award of the
EFIAP, MPAGB,
HonPAGB, BPE4*
Photographic Alliance of Great Britain for Services to Photography) in 1985 and this was superceded in 2004 by the award of the J S Lancaster Medal (HonPAGB)
Irene describes herself as
for Exceptional Service to Photography.
a pictorial photographer, with a leaning towards
The Camera Club is a thriving, friendly and expanding
landscape, but has an
photographic club with around 35 members regularly
interest in all types of
attending our weekly meetings.
photography. She has lectured throughout the
The aim of the club is to promote the enjoyment of
country.
photography and improve your knowledge and skills within a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. New
Irene prints exclusively on art papers to obtain the
members are welcomed regardless of the level of
quality she desires in her pictures. She prefers subtle
ability/experience.
colours to define mood in her landscapes and loves misty conditions but occasionally finds a more
The club meets on Tuesday evenings during the season
colourful image. She had had successes in National
starting at 8:00pm and usually finishes around 10:00pm
and International Exhibitions.
at The Royal British Legion Club, 76 Eastgate Street, Stafford, ST16 2NG.
For many years she has concentrated on interpreting the landscape and villages of France, using delicate
Members £2.00
colour and soft images to convey the mood Irene
Non-members £3.00
cannot imagine a life without photography - it is a
Under 18’s £1.50
passion which is as strong today as when she first started. There is a compulsion to take and show pictures and although she appreciates all types of photography, her main interest is in landscape. She is
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By Diarmuid Gavin The kids are back at school and there’s nip of autumn in the year. September for many of us signals the beginning of a new term and for gardeners a new season to enjoy. It’s also a good time to review your garden and make plans. Previously we have looked at different styles for the garden – formal, romantic, contemporary, cottage. Another important aspect of garden planning is colour choice so this week let’s look at silver. Generally, silver leaved plants have a much better chance of survival in poor soil conditions and in times of drought. Their surfaces are most often covered in fine hairs that enable them to withstand extreme heat by slowing down moisture loss and the silver deflects the sun’s rays. So they are a very good choice for a dry or gravel garden. Silver foliage shimmers on hot sunny days and brings flashes of light to even the most shady areas. It can set off pastel coloured yellows, pinks, blues and greens and looks fantastic when contrasted with hot red and orange flowers, making them look even more intense. Silver plants can also look different at different times of the day depending on what the light does to them and what plants surround them. You can achieve fantastic effects by inserting combinations of silver foliage within your existing planting using grasses, flowering shrubs and perennials that are shot through with silver. The shimmering accents will help to unify the space as the silver forms a connecting thread throughout. A garden design is much more powerful if the eye is guided around the site and silver highlights will do just that. Create a garden in rich layers using contrasting silver foliage shapes and textures such as the heavy rosette clumps of furry leaves that are characteristic of Verbascum olympicum, lush mounds of Perovskia ‘Blue Spire’ that have fine silver grey stems with the most fantastic violet to blue flower spikes and the finely cut almost white foliage of Santolina chamaecyparissus that adds a beautiful rounded shape to the border. Take care not to overwhelm the space with too much of one thing by adding deep green foliage plants with contrasting shapes and species with large and brightly coloured flowers such as paeonies, hydrangeas and euphorbias. Sparkling Silvers: Astelia chathamica This architectural perennial has long sword-shaped leaves that are covered with a fine silver film; they set
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the scene beautifully and stand out strongly among other plants. Plant Astelias in large clumps if you have a large garden or use them as focal points to punctuate your space and lead the eye around the garden. Eryngium planum ‘Tetra Petra’ This Eryngium has the most wonderful spiky silver leaves that sparkle in the sun. Even spikier blue flowers are borne on silver stems in mid summer – a fantastic plant for texture and to introduce something a bit different amongst softer perennials. Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ An elegant, classy foliage plant that has a mass of very fine deeply cut silver leaves that are wonderfully aromatic. Soft sprays of yellow flowers add to the effect, but this is generally grown for foliage. Grow them in large swathes that flow into contrasting foliages and deeply coloured flowers. Stachys byzantina The classic silver woolly ‘bunnies’ ears’ that you just can’t resist rubbing between your fingers. A real favourite for children and a fantastic plant for evergreen clumping foliage that fills the border. It complements deep green foliage plants like anemones, hellebores and agapanthus beautifully, adding depth to planting. Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ Another dense foliage plant, but these silvery green leaves are flushed with purple when young and are deeply aromatic. Plant this Sage in large clumps closer to the house to allow for easy access when you need a sprig in the cooking. Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ A superb silvery blue grass that is perfect for the front of the border as it grows to a maximum of 10cm. Wonderful grassy tufts that contrast well with neighbouring plants. Plant with astrantias, penstemons and other grasses for great effects. Lavandula angustifolia The wonderful swaying Lavender that sits beautifully in contemporary garden designs as well as in traditional English country gardens. Shapely, fragrant and useful; its fine silvery green leaves are adorned with deep purple flowers in summer. Lavender looks good next to anything, but is also a fantastic stand alone plant, choose the more compact Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ if you want a neater Lavender hedge.
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What’s On... Regular Events STAFFORD RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY mondayS (usually fortnightly)
We present programmes of music (mainly classical) at Castle Church Hall, Newport Road, Stafford. Our meetings are held fortnightly for the most part, from September to May and from 7:30pm until 10pm including a refreshment break. Our new season begins Monday 7th September. New members always welcome. For further info contact Geoff Ogram on 01785 663423 or email geoff.ogram@talktalk.net rising brook writers Every monday
(Except bank holidays). 1:30pm-3:30pm at Rising Brook Library, Stafford. Free. For those who love to write and inspire others to do so. A weekly, online bulletin and other publications are produced. For more details see www.risingbrookwriters.org.uk Staffordshire Corps of Drums EVERY Monday
7pm -9pm at TS Superb - the Sea Cadet HQ , River Way, Stafford ST16 3TH. Recruiting (15 yrs and upwards) new members (with or without experience) for our drum, flute, bugle and fanfare sections. Contact 01902 850536 haughton women’s institute first monday of every month
7:30pm at Haughton Village Hall. We have speakers on a variety of topics, followed by tea/coffees and cakes. Visitors are very welcome. For more information call 07850 254855. Berkswich History Society 3rd tuesday of the month
Meetings held at 7:30 p.m in Walton Village Hall from September to May. Our speakers cover a wide range of topics including, Cromwell, Metal Detecting, Local History etc. During the summer months we have outings to places of interest. For details from Beryl Holt, call 01785 665834. Middle Eastern Dance classeS Balliamo Belly Dance Every Tuesday and wednesay
Tuesdays 8:30pm-9:30pm at Castle Church. Wednesdays 8:30pm-9:30pm at Little Haywood Village Hall. Classes open to all ages, all sizes, all abilities. Good fun while keeping fit. Contact Shirley 01785 664289.
peter pal’s toddler group Every Thursday
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am-12pm at Rising Brook Methodist Church. For more info call 01785 240641.
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Walton Music Circle 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month
7:15pm start at Walton Village Hall from September to May, with the exception of December & May when we meet only on the 2nd Tuesday. Walton Music Circle presents programmes of recorded classical music (usually on C.D.’s). We break for tea/ coffee around 8pm and usually finish our recitals by 9:30pm. New members and visitors are assured of a friendly welcome. For details please contact Chairman John Holt on 01785 665834 or our Secretary/ Treasurer Mike Jones on 01785 661622. Scottish Country Dancing Every Wednesday, (September to May inclusive, except Christmas week)
7-8pm Beginners, 8-10pm all abilities at Holmcroft North End Community Centre ST16 1JG. Good fun, friendship and gentle exercise. New members will be very warmly welcomed, no partners needed! Contact Carmen D’Arcy on 01785 244941 or Lindsey Newland on 01782 644025. Chair Based Exercise for Older Adults. Every Wednesday
2pm-3pm at Wildwood Community Centre, Stafford. Only £2.50. No booking necessary. For more info contact Helen Hyland 07947 251129. Learn the Ancient Art of Oriental Dance Every Wednesday (term time only)
7pm–8:30pm at Stafford College starting 7th September. Oriental Dance goes back to before the Pyramids. This dance is low impact, toning, improves memory, balance, core muscle strength, stamina and it’s great fun too. No enrolling necessary. Privately run class by a tutor with more than 12 years teaching experience. £6 per session. Call 07804 798527 to book your place. 16+. Wear comfortable clothing. brocton toddlers every wednesday
10am-11.30am at Brocton Village Hall. A chance for the ‘under fives’ and their carers to meet for friendship, toys, snacks and songs. No need to book, just turn up. £2.50pp - extra children 50p each. For info email: broctonplaygroup@tiscali.co.uk Gnosall Jambusters WI 1st Wednesday of the month
7:30pm at Gnosall Memorial Village Hall. Anyone who is interested in coming along can attend two meetings for free. For more info email gnosalljambusters@hotmail.co.uk on find us on twitter or facebook @gnosall_wi / Gnosall Jambusters WI
BROCTON WI 2nd Wednesday of the month
Meetings are held at 7.30pm at Brocton Village Hall, Old Acre Lane, Brocton. Outside our monthly meetings, we have a programme of activities including walking, craft, scrabble and visits to places of interest, theatres or concerts. Visitors are always welcome. Contact Joan Moore on 01785 664302. stafford folk dance club every thursday
8pm-10.15pm at Walton Village Hall, Stafford. We are a friendly club & always welcome new people. Classes are run throughout July however are not on during August. Come along! For further information call 01785 661076. FRENCH CONVERSATION EVERY THURSDAY
10am–11am at Baswich Community Hall, Baswich Lane, Stafford. Get more out of your French holidays, and enjoy learning, with this relaxed, friendly group. If you speak a little French and want to improve, then come and join us. New faces always welcome! For more info, contact Jan Mitchell on 01785 606343. A bientot! Stafford Walton Phoenix age 50+ Swimming Group EVERY FRIDAY
We hold 1 hour sessions at Walton School on Friday nights 7-8 pm during term time. The swimming is informal, swim/socialise to suit yourself, the choice is yours. New members welcome. For further details from Phil Trow 01785 661801. CHASESIDE FLOWER CLUB 2nd FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
7.30pm at The Village Hall, Walton on the Hill, Stafford. Flower Demonstrations each month and arrangements are raffled. Open to anyone and a warm welcome awaits. Further details Di Hinton 01785 620938.
September stafford keyboard and organ society presents paul roberts monday 5th september
7:30pm at Stafford Rangers Social Club, Marston Road, Stafford. Come along and enjoy a mixture of music styles including popular classics, songs from the shows and more! Everyone welcome. £6 entry on the door. For more information contact Derek 01785 664147.
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National Trust Staffordshire Centre Upcoming Talks Programme ‘The Silk Factory’ and ‘The Moon Field’ - writing from history
Her famous “Bizarre” wares were launched in 1927
Tuesday 20th September
bearing her name up to 1964.
Judith Allnatt will talk about the inspiration behind her latest novels; from the heart breaking experiences of soldiers in the First World War to stories of Luddite frame breaking in1812. ‘The Moon Field’ is her third novel ; ‘The Silk Factory’ her latest. Judith is currently working on her 5th novel and continues to give lectures on Creative Writing in universities and to give talks to small groups such as ours. Margaret Winfield - 01785 822507.
SS Great Britain Tuesday 11th October Ian Caskie travels from Bristol where SS Great Britain is docked and where it is recognized as the city’s number one attraction. Ian was born on Merseyside and this is where he developed his passion for ships. He will give a talk about the building of this amazing ship. It was the second of Brunel’s three ‘Great’ ships using the best of the then cutting edge technologies. It was designed for crossing the Atlan-tic and until 1845 was the largest and fastest ship ever built. She had an iron hull and a screw propeller the latter making her the first ocean going steam ship with a screw propeller to cross the Atlantic. Brian and Hilary Taylor - 01785 242305.
and the factory continued pro-ducing pottery
This pottery is now highly prized with some items fetching thousands of pounds and examples can be seen regularly on television antiques’ programmes. Lesley Thompson - 01889 882363.
Crooked Bawbees Tuesday 13th December The Crooked Bawbees play traditional Northumbrian folk music, and their name has been taken from the name of a traditional Northumbri-an tune. A bawbee was an old silver coin. It is now five years since ‘The Crooked Bawbees’, gave us a very enjoya-ble concert in Walton Village Hall. Folk music is an integral part of the heritage of the British Isles, and Northumbrian folk music is a rich blend of folk music with Celtic origins. The tunes and songs range from lively reels, jigs, and hornpipes, to waltzes, and slow airs and la-ments, of which The Crooked Bawbees play a wide and varied range, in-cluding Some from Ireland and Scotland. These tunes have been de-scribed as lively and foot-tapping music, but also as serene and relax-ing. As with most folk music groups the performances of ‘The Crooked Bawbees’ are informal and audience participation is encouraged. The line-up is on Northumbrian pipes Gordon
Clarice Cliff 1899-1972 Tuesday 15th November This will be an illustrated talk on the life and work of Clarice Cliff renowned for her ground breaking designs of ceramics. She is today regarded as the most prolific and possibly the most important Art
Greenley, on fiddles Frank Farnworth and John Newby and on keyboard Lee Haddock. Linda Kirtley is our vocalist. Margaret Winfield - 01785 822507.
All talks are held at 2.30 pm in Walton Village Hall.
Deco ceramics designer of the twentieth century.
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Local teenager completes skydive in aid of Shine Charity Since birth, my Mum, Claire suffered from Spina Bifida - a condition where a fault in the development of the spinal cord and surrounding vertebrae leaves a gap or split in the spine meaning the spinal cord does not form properly and may be damaged. She fought her illness everyday of her life and never let it overcome or define her. Even through the toughest of times, she was one of the funniest, kindest and most selfless people I will ever meet, with a fantastic sense of humour that could brighten up the darkest of rooms. But she struggled against her condition -which led to the amputation of her lower legs at the ages of 11 and 12 - and she was too proud to ask for help, never wishing to be a burden on others, so she only had her family for support. After hearing of Shine and the support they give to people like mum, who also have spina bifida or hydrocephalus (a build-up of fluid on the brain) and knowing how life changing this support could be I was eager to do everything I could to raise money to help ensure that Shine can carry on their valuable work. So this is why I decided to do the scariest thing I could ever imagine myself doing and thus booked a skydive from 15,000 feet, which eventually went ahead on the 1st August after being initially postponed due to bad weather conditions.
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FREEPHONE from a landline: 0800 118 5454 MOBILE: 07949 291979 Web: www.thedrivecleaners.co.uk Email: info@thedrivecleaners.co.uk Unit 6, Littleton Business Park, Littleton Drive, Huntington, Staffs, WS12 4TR
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26, Wolverhampton Road, Penkridge Company registration number: 0673812 Please read: It has come to our attention that there is a local man trading under the names “The Drive Cleaner” and, or “The Drive Cleaner 4u” and, or “The Drive Cleaner Staffordshire”. Please be advised, these company names are in no way associated with ourselves. To avoid confusion, we advise you to contact us directly.
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MARK BAILEY PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEER
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All aspects of gas fitting & plumbing work covered.
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Full gas central heating installations & upgrades.
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Complete bathroom packages.
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25+ years experience.
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Free estimates.
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All work guaranteed.
Landline: 01902 790468 Mob: 07976 706337 Stafford Office: 01785 319012
Rugeley Fireplaces & Stoves
01889 574 022
Tel:
Parking at Service Area 10, RUGELEY, WS15 2BY Fireplace Specialists Since 1989 Keeping You Warm For 26 Years
September 2016
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Useful Numbers Emergency Services Police station (Non-emergencys) National Gas Emergency National Grid Electrical Emergency Flood line
101 0800 111999 0800 404090 0845 9881188
Health/Medical Care Stafford General Hospital North Staffordshire Hospital Cannock Hospital New Cross Hospital Rowley Hall Hospital Rising Brook Surgery Mill Bank Surgery Wolverhampton Road Surgery
01785 01782 01543 01902 01785 01785 01785 01785
Councils South Staffordshire Council Staffordshire County Council Stafford Borough Council
01902 696000 0300 1118000 01785 619000
Village Halls/Libraries Stafford Library Baswich Library Rising Brook Library Holmcroft Library Walton Village Hall Derrington Village Hall
01785 278585 01785 663355 01785 242155 01785 253 908 0845 748 4950 01785 242175
Travel Travel Line National Rail Enquiries National Express Stafford Railway Station
087120022 33 08457484950 08717 818178 0845 748 4950
Schools Walton High School Stafford Grammar School Weston Road High School Rising Brook High School King Edward VI High School
01785 01785 01785 01785 01785
257731 715444 572757 307999 223203 251134 258348 258161
356300 249752 356700 258383 258546
Sir Graham Balfour School Stafford Grammar School Weston Road Academy Yarlet School Chase Grammar School St. Anne’s Catholic Primary School Barnfields Primary School Leasowes Primary School Stafford College Staffordshire Music Centre Blessed William Howard
01785 01785 01785 01785 01543 01785 01785 01785 01785 01785 01785
223490 249752 356700 286568 501800 663128 356356 356365 223800 335852 244236
Help Lines Samaritans (Stafford) 01785 243333 Child Line 0800 1111 RSPCA 0300 1234555 Citizen’s Advice Bureau 08444 111 444 Jobseeker Direct 0800 100 900 NSPCC 0808 800 5000 Age UK 0800 169 6565 Rethink Mental Illness 0300 5000 927 Young Minds 0808 802 5544 Runaway Helpline 116 000 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555 Victim Support 0845 30 30 900 FRANK 0800 77 66 00 Crimestoppers Charity (Non-Emergency) 0800 555 111 Stafford & District Bereavement & Loss Support Service 01785 273768 Places of Worship St Anne’s Church, Weeping Cross 01785 661012 St Mary’s Church 01785 258511 The Parish of Berkswich 01785 251057 Stafford Baptist Church 01785 241498 Trinity Church, Stafford 01785 223327 The Evangelical Church 01785 254331 Rising Brook Baptist Church 01785 214750 Berkswich Parish, Walton On The Hill 01785 253111 The Salvation Army 01785 257676 Stafford Elim Christian Centre 01785 242373 Harvest Community Church 01785 664760
conservatory & fascia cleaning
WEB DESIGN Hello, we’re Red Box, Stafford’s leading web design and internet marketing agency Call 01785 248101 to book your free website and internet marketing review
www.redboxweb.co.uk Red Box Web Design Ltd Home Farm, Main Road, Milford, Stafford, ST17 OUW
Conservatories & fascias our speciality
WE CLEAN WINDOWS TOO! • Velux Roof Lights, Frames, Sills and Doors are all included in clean. • A professional & established service.
Call Adam on
01785 284394 07595 902920
FREE QUOTATIONS Fully insured and accredited
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For all your computer solutions How we can help you Home and small business support Repairs and upgrades (Windows XP to Windows 7/8)
Tooter
Solutions
www.tootersolutions.co.uk
Virus and spyware removal Secure backups Help choosing a new computer and set-up PC optimisation Support for Apple devices, tablet devices, printers, networking devices, scanners and more...
Local Stafford resident
Contact Martin at Tooter Solutions: Tel: 07801 445657 | Email: enquiries@tootersolutions.co.uk
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RewiRes New Builds sockets lights gaRages sheds testiNg & iNspectioN
exteNsioNs coNsumeR uNits kitcheNs BathRooms
no job too big or too small Call Matt on 07791 677 647 or email mattgardnerelectrical@hotmail.co.uk
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BG Electrics LTD
PLUMBER
W T Hagan & Sons 32 Years Experience No call out charge Stafford based
Ben Grimley Electrician
Call 07513 975664
07917 193937 01785 598355 bgelectrics@outlook.com
Plant specialist Hanging basket & plantER refill service • Specialising in Roses & Clematis • Border Planning • Garden Maintenance • Plant & Shrub Advisory Service City & Guilds in Horticulture | 30 years experience | Compost Available
Dave’s Gardening Services 07734 064232 / 01782 796348 www.davesgardeningservices.webs.com
COUNTYWIDE CARAVAN SERVICES WE COME TO YOU Mobile Caravan Service & Repair At your home or storage site To discuss your service requirements
TREE AND HEDGE WORK Domestic and Commercial Grounds Maintenance Free quotations Chris Jones Qualified and Insured
01785 713040 / 07885 971553
Stafford & Stone Plumbing Repairs Specialists in Plumbing Repairs
Contact Iain Hooker Mobile: 07803 280 406 / Office: 01785 664 544
Also tiling, flooring & general maintenance
Stockton Lane, Stafford Fully Insured, ACOPS Gas Registered
T: 01785 760403 or M: 07971 077283 www.staffordplumber.net
e: aslkplumbing@gmail.com
RK MOTOR
SERVICES LTD
M. Bissell TREES & HEDGES
All Tree & Hedge Work Undertaken Full Public Liability & N.P.T.C. Qualified Call for a FREE Quote & Advice: 01785 824410 / 07968 421434 Email: info@mattbisselltreework.co.uk
September 2016
www.mattbisselltreework.co.uk
MOT - SERVICE - REPAIRS - DIAGNOSTICS AIR CONDITIONING - MODERN & CLASSIC CAR RESTORATION - RALLY PREPERARTION SERVICES
Tel: 01785 715777 or 01785 712878 Mob: 07831 121384 Email: rkmotors1@btinternet.com Web: www.rkmotorservicesltd.co.uk Unit 1 & 2 Stoney Lane, Dunston Heath, Stafford, ST18 9AQ
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