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Contents APRIL 2019

Advertising enquiries

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Lisa Cuthbert - Sales Manager

Tel: 01785 318704 Email: info@thestafforddirectory.co.uk

Stafford Lions

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Soroptimist International

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Quick Crossword

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Wedding Pages

Editorial enquiries Carole Chambers - Editor Tel: 01785 318704 Email: info@thestafforddirectory.co.uk

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The May edition of The Stafford Directory will be distributed during the last week of April to 10,000 homes and businesses in Penkridge & surrounding areas.

If you wish to place an advert or editorial feature, please ensure copy is submitted to us no later than 10/04/2019.

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What’s On

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Lichfield Garrick

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Win! Staffordshire County Show

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Retired, not Retiring!

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Musical Theatre Stafford

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Staffordshire Ladies’ Choir

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Useful Numbers

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We gratefully acknowledge the support of businesses whose adverts appear in The Stafford Directory magazine, and whilst every care is taken to ensure accuracy, the publishers cannot accept responsibilty for loss, damage or omission caused by error in the printing of an advert. All artwork is accepted on strict condition that permission has been given for use in this publication. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. Any reproduction of any material is forbidden without the written consent of the publishers. The publishers cannot accept responsibilty for views expressed by contributors, or the accuracy of claims made by advertisers.

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Aston Home Care is a family owned care provider with over 2 generations of experience within the care sector. We specialise in domiciliary care for the elderly, to ensure they receive the best possible care and companionship with special considerations that meets their individual needs.

In addition, we have the capability to care in alternative areas and still give the standard of care and service that is required to meet individual’s needs.

After the directors father was diagnosed with Oesophageal Cancer in 2013, the family began working with care support staff and carers in the community to assist with personal and assisted care and then specialist care in the later months of 2015.

What surprised the family the most was the basic standard and impersonal care that was given by some agencies and carers that didn’t seem to be thinking from the service users or their families perspective. It always seemed to be an appointment with a means to an end, and not from a care point of view.

The care and personalised care we wanted for our father, is the goal we are striving to work towards for our service users.

All our care staff are highly trained, and complete continued professional development (CPD) on a regular basis. Not only are they trained in the required fields for their profession, but also in compassion, personalisation and rapport building to ensure service users are made to feel comfortable, secure and confident in their carers ability.

If we feel the care required falls outside of our capabilities, we will endeavour to obtain the relevant training in order to meet their required specific needs. If we are unable to provide 5 star care, we would prefer to be honest and support you in finding a care provider with equal ethics that can.

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Some instances were quite undignified, but with more adequate training and moreover, care, could have turned what was a degrading scenario into a dignified, caring and personalised experience.

In the later months, the immense support the family received from Macmillan Cancer Support was second to none, along with Katherine House in Stafford. We will forever remain thankful for their kind and supportive care in what was an emotional and exasperating time.

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“Ordiary people doing amazing things” S TA F F O R D L I O N S C L U B

Stafford Lions Club formed in 1977 and has performed many selfless tasks since then in order to fulfil the pledge “Ordinary people doing amazing things”.

There is one activity for which Stafford Lions (CIO) UK are particularly proud.

In the 1980’s members of the club began a weekly visit to local supermarkets to collect tinned food donated by customers. The sorting of the food took place in a member’s garage but soon the amount became too much to be sorted there and the group moved their activity into the foyer of a

local hospital. One of the doctors, who was a member of the club suggested hiring a church hall, and as the saying goes ‘the rest is history’.

Thirty years on the club is still collecting and distributing a variety of food donations. On two designated Sunday mornings, one in January and one in June, cars displaying Lions banners can be seen picking up parcels of food that have been left out at the ends of driveways. Each year Stafford Lions are overwhelmed by the ever increasing generosity of the people of Baswich and more recently Wildwood.

Once again fulfilling Lions Clubs International Motto - ‘WE SERVE’.

For more information about Lions Clubs International visit, www.lionsclubs.org and for our local club, www.staffordslionsclub.org

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Soroptimist International of Stafford C E L E B R AT E 8 0 Y E A R S

Soroptimist International of Stafford, a service organization for women, formed in 1939 is celebrating 80 years of action to support women and girls Locally, Nationally and Internationally.

To mark this special occasion Stafford Club members, with their president Judith Carder, met in Stafford’s Victoria Park for the planting and dedication of an Oak Tree.

The Oak is the National Tree of England and a symbol of strength and endurance. For this reason any 80th celebration is known as an Oak Anniversary. It is hoped that the tree, a small gift towards the planned restoration and enhancement of Victoria Park, will be a lasting reminder of the work undertaken by Stafford Soroptimiosts.

Soroptimist International of Stafford continue to enhance and change the lives of women and girls worldwide with opportunities to Educate, Empower and Enable them towards a better future for themselves and their families. The world was a very different place in 1939 but the values and aims of Soroptimism remain just as relevant today as they did 80 years ago.

This year has been a very busy time for the Stafford Club and significant help and support has been given by Councillor Jeremy Pert, who attended the Tree Planting Ceremony.

For more information about the Soroptimist Organisation: www.sigbi.org For Stafford Club: www.sigbi.org/stafford

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Staffordshire couples seeking the perfect venue for their big day will be delighted to hear that the county

is home to the Bridebook Wedding Awards ‘2019 UK Wedding Venue of the Year’.

The Boat House at Aston Marina, near Stone, won the top award based on criteria that include the satisfaction of clients; the quality of product and experience and having an ‘above-and-beyond’ attitude for their clients, all judged on reviews and testimonials provided by couples, wedding guests and suppliers.

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guests who shared their reviews and testimonials as part of our entry. Given the calibre of these awards, as a relatively new venue we never expected to be in with

The waterside venue, which lies on the banks of the Trent & Mersey Canal, was selected as the overall winner from venues across the country - particularly remarkable given that 2019 will only be the third year the venue has hosted weddings. Director Helen Webb says: “We are delighted, and would like to say a huge thank you to all of our fabulous couples, suppliers and wedding

a chance of scooping the national award - and the fact that it is based on client reviews makes it even more important to us. It means that we are true to our ethos of bringing dreams to reality and the success is testament to our fabulous team.”

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B R I DA L B O U T I Q U E B A S E D I N P E N K R I D G E With the wedding season just about to begin, Ethereal is preparing to see many of their first year of brides say their ‘I do’s’ and many more brides-tobe find the dream dress.

It has been a busy first year for the Penkridge bridal boutique, whilst meeting lots of brides to be and finding them their perfect dress, the team have been busy with alterations in their in-house workroom tailoring every brides dress for the perfect fit, as well as expanding their range of prom and evening wear - a hugely successful addition.

The boutique is a proud stockist to award winning bridal designers offering the most stylish and unique collection of gowns in a setting to match. American brand, Watters provides its modern and unique Wtoo range within store; a

collection that offers drama, style and individuality from the most creative designers who have been styling brides for over 30 years.

Sitting alongside Wtoo are the most elegant and romantic dresses from Enzoani’s sister collection - Beautiful. This modest and romantic label evokes delicate and romantic details with luxury craft work; from the slim lines of chiffon to fuller silhouettes of tuelle, there is a dress for every bride to say yes to.

Ethereal is also excited to welcome a new designer to the boutique this Summer, with an announcement to follow shortly!

In celebration of its upcoming first birthday, Ethereal are offering a special inclusive alterations package on all orders placed this May and as all work is carried out in house by the experienced team, every bride can guarantee the 5 star experience they deserve.

Proud owners Eugenie-Li and Elisa look forward to welcoming brides to the boutique and are always on hand to make sure you receive a luxury experience.

Visit Ethereal bridal boutique at Stone Cross, Penkridge, ST19 5AR. Appointments are advised, to book call 01785 714724.

Ethereal Based in the village of Penkridge, Ethereal offers each Bride to be a personal experience in choosing their perfect wedding dress.

We are proud stockists of; Beautiful by Enzoani Wtoo by Watters Johanna Hehir New designers for 2019 to be announced soon!

Also bridesmaids dresses in a wide variety of colours by Onlyway Bridesmaids And bridal accessories by Richard Designs.

Now also stocking some of the most beautiful prom and evening wear from designers such as; Chic & Holland Jora Collections Ethereal welcomes browsers when the diary allows, but appointments are advised for your bespoke experience.

Specialist in house bridal alterations service available on all bridal wear regardless of where purchased.

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INGREDIENTS Leg of lamb (1.4kg) Rosemary 2 Lemons Olive oil 2 garlic bulbs METHOD Preheat your oven to 220°C/Gas mark 8.

Season the lamb with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil.

Take 5 sprigs of rosemary, the lemons (halved) and garlic bulbs (halved) and add to a baking dish with 1cm of water.

Roast in the oven for 15 minutes before reducing the temparture to 190°C/Gas mark 6 and covering with foil.

Continue to roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Once cooked, removed the lamb from the oven and rest for 15 minutes.

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The MASE Groups

M O N T H LY A L Z H E I M E R ’ S S U P P O RT E V E N I N G CELEBRATE THEIR 10TH ANNIVERSARY It only seems like yesterday the first MASE Group opened in April 2009 at Haughton Village Hall. From that day to this we have worked hard to be a professional, well-respected organisation and have earned a good reputation for the work we do.

Over 10 years we have had to overcome many obstacles and have suffered quite a few setbacks. Core funding was never offered to our organisation, which meant that we needed to constantly fundraise to ensure we had sufficient funds to keep the groups running. In these days of austerity that has been challenging, but through sheer hard work and determination we succeeded. However our lives have been enriched by many wonderful people we have met along the way.

Social Isolation is getting more and more prevalent and for a Carer who has looked after their loved-one for many years, to suddenly find themselves alone can be traumatic. This is why the MASE is different, we do not turn away Carers who have lost loved ones, we welcome them with open arms;

who better to help new Carers at the start of their journey – their tips and the tricks can be passed on to other Carers and can be so valuable.

The five MASE group numbers continue to increase each month. Over ten years we have raised an incredible £458,000 – no core funding, no paid personnel, but all done with a determination to succeed. The MASE Trustees (who are also all volunteers) are eternally grateful to their 40 volunteers, many of whom have been with us from day one.

We have been truly Blessed with the calibre of every one of our volunteers and thank them for the time and effort they continue to give so graciously to each Group.

MASE Groups are in Cannock, Haughton, Rugeley, Stafford, Hednesford each month.

For further information please ring Daphne on 01785 211140 or 07939 505455.

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STAFFORD RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY WEDNESDAYS (USUALLY FORTNIGHTLY) We present programmes of music (mainly classical) at The Meeting Room, St Anne’s RC Church Hall, Lynton Avenue, Stafford.

Our meetings are held fortnightly for the most part, from September to May and from 7.15 pm to 9.45 pm including a refreshment break. Our new season normally begins on the first Wednesday of September each year. New members are always welcome. For further information contact Geoff Ogram on 01785 663423 or email geoff.ogram@talktalk.net

What’s On

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.

STAFFORD GARDEN SOCIETY EVERY MONDAY Meetings are now being held at St John’s Church Hall, Bedford Avenue, Littleworth, Stafford ST16 3RP at 7.30 p.m the first Monday of the Month. For more info contact Beryl on 01889 582645.

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.

THE TUESDAY MIXER CLUB (OVER 55’S CLUB) EVERY TUESDAY 1pm-3:30pm at White Eagle Club, Riverway, Stafford ST16 3TH. Everyone welcome in Stafford and surrounding areas.

Come for a cuppa, chat and a bit of fun! £1 admission. fun and games, demonstrations, bingo and weekly guests and talks.

WEEPING CROSS TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 7-15pm at Leasowes School, Porlock Avenue, Weeping Cross Stafford.

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topics followed by tea/coffee.Outings to interesting places. We are a friendly group and visitors are always made welcome.

Contact Mary Burton (Chairman) on 01785 663340.

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 PRAISE AND PLAY EVERY WEDNESDAY 10:30am-11:30am at St Mary’s Church, Stafford. 20 minutes of story, song and worship for pre-school children and their grown ups. Followed by tea/coffee/squash, chat and play. Everyone welcome, just come along.

STAFFORD LIVING WELL WITH DEMENTIA FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 11am-1pm at St Bertelins Church Hall, Stafford. CASS welcomes Carers supporting someone who lives with dementia to access support, entertainment and friendship at our support group. Carers welcome, with or without the cared-for.

Call 01785 222365 for details.

BERKSWICH WI 1ST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH. 7:15pm at The Village Hall, Walton on the Hill, Stafford.

Many speakers and activities are arranged for the coming year and visitors are assured of a warm welcome. Please ring 01785 620938 for more information.

GERMAN INTERMEDIATE AND CONVERSATION CLASSES EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY Wednesdays 6-8pm or Thursday mornings 10am -12pm during term-time at the Northfield Centre, Stafford, ST16 3DU. New starters always welcome. Building on your existing knowledge of German these classes will aim to get you speaking the language accurately in a relaxed setting.

Please contact Alison Kirsch 07970 878218 for more information.

CHAIR BASED EXERCISE FOR OLDER ADULTS EVERY WED & THUR At 2pm at the Wildwood Community Centre, Wildwood Gate, Stafford, ST17 4RA. Only £2.50. For more info contact Helen Hyland 07947 251129 FRENCH CONVERSATION EVERY THURSDAY 10am–11am at Baswich Community Hall, Stafford. Get more out of your French holidays & enjoy learning, with this relaxed, friendly group. New faces always welcome!

For details, call Jan on 01785 606343.

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.

MONTHLY FUNFOLK NIGHTS LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH 8pm at County Staff Club (77 Eastgate Street, Stafford, ST16 2NG).

FREE Entry - FREE Refreshments - FREE Entertainment - Late bar. Open to anyone to attend - just sit and listen, tap your feet - or join in with your party piece (so long as it’s FUN) - singing, playing musical instruments, poems - anything goes.

Raffle - proceeds to local charity. For more info contact Andy Clapham on 07973 179454.

TILLINGTON WI EVERY THURSDAY Meetings at St. Bertelin’s Church Hall, Holmcroft Road, Stafford at 7.30 - 9.30 pm on the second Thursday of every month Contact us either by email: jinnyflip@googlemail.com or Noeline on 01785 257612.

STAFFORD WALTON PHOENIX ACTIVITIES CLUB FOR 50+ EVERY FRIDAY Have weekly swimming sessions at Walton High School during Term Time every Friday evening 7–8 pm. We welcome new members to our very friendly group.

Swimming is informal, swim / socialise the choice is yours. We can also offer help to ‘learners’. For more information please phone Phil on 01785 661801.

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FA M I LY T I C K E T S F O R T H E S TA F F O R D S H I R E C O U N T Y S H O W T I C K E T S F O R S TA F F O R D S H I R E C O U N T Y S H O W G O O N SALE ON APRIL 1ST - BE READY OR WIN THEM HERE! “We’ve had many enquiries from people across the country who want to come along and see what we have on offer,” he said. “Last year we had a spike in advance ticket sales asit seemed people wanted to get prepared for half term, take advantage of the discounted rate and also avoid any queuing when they arrive. We’ve got another great event lined up for everyone, all the family will have something to enjoy.”

With just days to go until tickets for this year’s Staffordshire County Show go on sale, organisers are hoping for the event’s biggest turn out yet and warning visitors to get their tickets early.

Or alternatively enter our competition: We’re giving away two family tickets, worth £37 each.

The half term Show on May 29 and 30 will see some of the country’s most spectacular attractions descend on the Showground in Weston Road.

Advanced tickets will go on sale from the showground office and online from 9am on Monday, April 1.

Richard Williams, Chief Executive of the Staffordshire and Birmingham Agricultural Society, said a lot is going on behind the scenes to ensure the 2019 Show is another roaring success.

The Bolddog Lings, who wowed audiences in 2017, will return to headline the event again.

They will keep crowds in the main ring entertained with fast-action motocross stunts. Featuring alongside them will be the Scurry Drivers with their fast-paced equestrian action.

The ever-popular Country Pursuits area will have the same line-up as last year with all manner of animals and activities to keep visitors entertained. The quack pack and sheep show always prove a hit and they will be making a welcome return.

There will also be all the usual trade stands, craft and antiques fairs as well as a cookery theatre.

Sponsored by South Staffordshire College and South Staffordshire Water, among others, the long-running Show is guaranteed to be a big one.

For more information or to buy your tickets visit the website: www.staffscountyshowground.co.uk

TO WIN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTION: To enter, simply answer the question correctly and send it on a postcard to: Meeson House, 76 Pinfold Lane, Penkridge, ST19 5AP or via email to: info@thestafforddirectory.co.uk before Tuesday 21st May 2019. Please include your full name, address and telephone number on your entry.

Who is the Chief Executive of the Staffordshire and Birmingham Agricultural Society?

A) Holly Hobson B) Richard Williams C) Raymond Nield Terms and conditions Two winners will be picked at random and will receive one family ticket for the show each. Tickets will be posted to the winners. Please ensure your entry is submitted before Tuesday 21st May 2019 to be in with a chance of winning. ALL entries MUST include your full name, contact telephone number and address.

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WOOLLISCROFTS SOLICITORS A N N O U N C E T H E A D D I T I O N O F JA D E O R R ( N E E D U B I L ) TO T H E I R P RO P E RT Y L AW D E PA RT M E N T

WOOLLISCROFTS SOLICITORS are delighted to announce that Jade Orr (nee Dubil) has recently joined our busy Property Law Department. Jade is based at our Stafford Office, at which she is responsible for our Residential Conveyancing services and is the Branch Leader.

Jade began her legal career in the Conveyancing Department of a Solicitors Practice in Alsager, Cheshire in 2007 as a Trainee Legal Executive.

Whilst working Full Time within that Legal Practice Jade also completed the legal studies necessary to enable her to qualify as a Legal Executive. In 2011 Jade moved to a Law Firm closer to home in Stafford, where she remained for 8 years as a Team Leader in the Conveyancing Department. Upon ultimately attaining Fellowship status with the Institute of Legal Executives in 2014 Jade became a Chartered Legal Executive. Jade joined Woolliscrofts Solicitors in February 2019 and specialises in Residential Conveyancing (the legal process involved when buying or selling property) If you are thinking of buying or selling a property don’t make a move without contacting Jade for a competitive Conveyancing Quote. Woolliscrofts offer discounts to First Time Buyers and all new Conveyancing clients can take up the offer of Half Price Standard Wills.

Woolliscrofts Solicitors Limited is a full service Legal Practice which is proud to have been serving the interests of individuals, families and businesses throughout Staffordshire, Cheshire and beyond for over a century. We are committed to providing excellent levels of Client Care, outstanding legal performance and the delivery of an exceptional range of value for money services provided by our dedicated team of specialist lawyers through our network of offices in Stafford, Stone, Hanley, Tunstall, Wolstanton and Alsager.

You will find Woolliscrofts Solicitors easy to talk to, we won’t baffle you with technical legal jargon and will keep you fully informed. Our professional charges are extremely competitive. Initial enquiries are free and do not commit you to using our services.

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JADE ORR (nee Dubil) Direct Dial: (01785) 218352 E-Mail: jorr@woolliscrofts.co.uk

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Other Solicitors who provide legal services at our Stafford Office include Ray Basnett and Mark Deavall (Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Elderly Client Issues, Probate and Estate Administration), Tom Jones and Amanda Jones (Personal Injury Claims), Louisa Kisiel (Employment Law) and Chris Mason (Civil Litigation / Dispute Resolution, Contested Wills & Company and Commercial Law) www.thestafforddirectory.co.uk | 01785 318704

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Retired, but not Retiring?

Expanding hobbies or starting new interests is something we often want to do when we have more time to pursue them.

The U3A is for the retired and semi retired. There are now over 1000 groups across the country. Stafford U3A chairman Tony Pearce says “Meeting new friends, learning new skills ,exercise and enjoyment are all to be found in Stafford U3A.” Many people want to take up new activities. We have something to engage everyone from the Astronomy group, Birdwatching, Cycling, to Ukulele and Woodcarving Groups, via Quizzing and Quilting.

Singing and dancing are both good for us . We have a Fun Singing Group, one for Scottish Country Dancing, with Thai Chi providing a calm way of exercising. Bridge, Canasta and Scrabble groups provide quieter moments not to mention Mah Jong.

Our coach outings planned for the better weather months start at Leons Coach’s and pick up in Weston and Rising Brook, the first one in May is to the National Trust‘s Hardwick Hall.

Norma Jackson looks after both the Garden Group and Theatre trips . Plans are ready for both groups to have their outings by coach and car sharing this summer.

The Garden Group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 10 am for talks and discussions. On the 20th of March Jenny and Norma will give a talk about Gardens In Art whilst in April a panel of members will take questions in a gardeners question time.

During the summer months , visits to gardens are arranged,some not far from Stafford and others further afield by coach.

Trips to matinees in theatres around the Midlands are arranged for the Theatre Group, with members using public transport or their own transport . Already this year the group has enjoyed a Viennese Gala and Annie at the Wolverhampton Grand, to be followed in March by a trip to Lichfield Garrick for “Crimes on the Nile.”

As Tony says, “We are all volunteers and costs are kept to a minimum. Join us now and get more out of life.”

Contact us at: psblackmoreu3a@gmail.com or Telephone Stafford 01785 259 251.

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BARES ALL WITH THE FULL MONTY sees how much they enjoy watching male strippers.

Jealous, out of work and feeling emasculated, the men come up with a bold way to make some quick cash, only they’ll go one better and go The Full Monty! But in preparing they find themselves extremely exposed, both physically and emotionally. As they conquer their fears, self-consciousness and prejudices, the men come to discover that they're stronger as a group, and the strength that they find in each other gives them the individual courage to "let it go.”

Musical theatre Stafford are ready to heat up for summer a little early this year, with the cult favourite film-turned-Broadway-musical, The Full Monty.

Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty, a ten-time Tony Award nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly anticipated closing number of any show.

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The Full Monty runs from April 30th - May 4th, 2019 at the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre. Tickets start at £14.50 and can be purchased direct from the Stafford Gatehouse Box Office, on 01785 619080 or online at: www.musicaltheatrestafford.org.uk/fullmonty Content Advisory: Contains some strong language and male nudity.

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Musical Director Sue Brereton-Banks said “What a day!

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