The Penkridge Advertiser - December 2017

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Contents Get into the festive spirit at Mere Park Garden Centre 4

Penkridge Round Table Santa Dash

Cloudy 2 Clear Windows

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Penkridge Tattoo Studio relocates to bigger premises 32

Penkridge Round Table’s Annual Sleigh Tour 2017

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National Trust Upcoming Talk

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Three Noisy Chickens to the rescue by Diane Pike

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Brooklands House on track for February Opening

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Recipe of the month

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MD Guitars - Custom built guitars and repairs

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Crossword puzzle

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FSC Investment Services Ltd

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Bridgtown Cycles - It’s That Time of Year Again

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Wolgarston High School - Remembrance Sunday

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Inner Wheel Club Charity Concert

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Lapley Church Restoration Fund - December Events 44

Penn Singers Christmas Concert

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What’s On

Local History Corner

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What’s on at your local library in December

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Carolyn Parker Optometrists

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Sudoku puzzle

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Introducing ICare Meals on Wheels

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Christmas Crime Prevention

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Codsall Village Christmas Fair

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Wolgarston High School - Celebrating achievement

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Wordsearch puzzle

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Acton and Bednall Men’s Society

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Midlands Chorale - Wanted singers ‘Tenors’

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Useful Numbers

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Advertising enquiries Lisa Cuthbert - Sales Manager Tel: 01785 318619 Email: info@thepenkridgeadvertiser.co.uk

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GET INTO THE FESTIVE SPIRIT AT THE MERE PARK GARDEN CENTRE CHRISTMAS BARN Christmas has arrived at Mere Park Garden

December is set to be a busy month with a full

Centre in Newport! With not long now until the

itinerary of festive events. See below for details of

big day, Mere Park Garden Centre (just off the

events running throughout the month.

A41) have opened their Christmas Barn. A winter wonderland offering everything you could possibly

There are a large selection of Christmas trees

want and more for the festive period!

available as well as Christmas lunch to get you in the festive spirit, due in store at the start of December.

The Christmas Barn showcases a number of enchanting displays, giving you the perfect idea of

For more information call 01952 813500 or see

how to decorate your home this Christmas.

website, www.mereparkgardencentre.co.uk Manager Pam Shaw said “We want to give people ideas and inspiration about how their own homes could look.”

For Mrs Shaw and her team at Mere Park, Christmas started months ago. She explained, “We go over to Holland in January each year to buy for the following Christmas.”

Sunday 3rd December Adams’ Grammar School CCF Band 2pm-4pm

since about February. All of the areas and displays are designed by the staff.”

Saturday 9th December Farm on Wheels 1pm-4pm

Father Christmas’ Grotto is now open after his arrival on 25th November. Why not join Santa for breakfast, 9-11am on the 25th November, 2nd, 9th, children’s breakfast and a small gift, children must be accompanied by an adult dining. The Grotto is open every weekend leading up to Christmas from 11:15am-5pm on Saturdays and 10:30am-4:15pm on Sundays.

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Friday 25th November Breakfast with Santa 9am-11am Father Christmas in his Grotto from 11:15am Balloon Modelling 12pm-4:30pm Saturday 2nd December Peter Bishop - Organist 1pm-4pm

“All of the plans for this year have been drawn up

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Sunday 10th December Telfordaires Barbershop Chorus 2pm-4pm Saturday 16th December Jamboree Jazz Band 1pm-4pm Sunday 17th December Peter Bishop - Organist 1pm-4pm Saturday 23rd December Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos 1pm-4pm

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Sleigh Tour 2017

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Recipe of the month Ginger Christmas Puddings

These fruity mini puds flavoured with stem ginger are much lighter than a traditional rich Christmas pudding and don’t need to be made weeks in advance. Makes 6. Ready in 1 hour 30 minutes.

Ingredients • 175g butter, softened, plus extra for greasing • 175g self-raising flour • 1/2 tsp baking powder

1. Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas Mark 5. Butter six small pudding basins (each about 200ml capacity) and line the bases with circles of baking parchment.

2. Place the butter, flour, baking powder, sugar, spices and eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat together with an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes until pale and creamy. Fold in the dried mixed fruit and two-thirds of the cherries and stem

• 175g light muscovado sugar

ginger.

• 1 tsp each ground mixed spice and ground ginger

3. Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared pudding basins then cover

• 3 large eggs • 100g dried mixed fruit • 50g glace cherries, chopped • 50g stem ginger, finely chopped • 4 tbsp stem ginger syrup • Softly whipped cream or brandy butter, to serve

each basin with a circle of greased and pleated baking parchment and secure with string. Cover each basin with pleated foil.

4. Stand the basins in a roasting tin and pour in enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the basins. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until risen, firm to the touch and a skewer inserted into a pudding comes out clean.

5. Leave the puddings to stand for 10 minutes then turn out onto serving plates.

Mix the remaining cherries and ginger with the stem ginger syrup and spoon over the puddings. Serve with cream or brandy butter.

Tip! For a boozy flavour, gently heat the stem ginger syrup with 1-2 tbsp of rum or brandy then pour over the hot puds just before serving.

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It’s Nearly That Time of Year Again!

With only a few weeks to go, a new bike still remains in the top 5 most wanted items on any child’s Christmas Wish List (many adults too)!

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During December & January many people decide on new activities to start the New Year, both to improve their lifestyle and fitness.

Cycling is one of the easiest ways to fit exercise into your daily routine because it’s also a form of transport. It saves you money, gets you fit and is good for the environment. Bridgtown Cycles is a partner store for all the major Cycle to Work Schemes.

families. These trails are open all year round and are free of charge. The leisure trails have been developed from the long-established family routes around Cannock Chase, and all start from Birches Valley.

So what’s stopping you? … Make 2018 a healthier and happier year for both yourself and your family! Bridgtown Cycles have bikes for all ages and for all types of cycling, by discussing what cycling you’re planning on doing they can provide the perfect bike & equipment to suit your needs.

There is also an in-store Coffee Bar… Join them for re-fueling in their popular Coffee Hub offering a great range of quality drinks and snacks, plus somewhere safe to park your bike!

In Staffordshire we have a vast selection of wonderful places to cycle both on and off road.

Cannock Chase is home to the award winning and highly popular Follow the Dog and Monkey Trail mountain bike trails, as well as Stile Cop’s downhill trails. There are 3 leisure cycle trails at the Chase designed for the leisure cyclist and

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Inner Wheel Club Charity Concert

Friday 1st December

The Inner Wheel Club of Penkridge invite you to join

them for their Chairty Concert with Annette Scott and her Songbirds in Harmony.

Friday 1st December 2017

at St. Michael’s Church, Penkridge 7:00pm for 7:30pm start

Ticket price is £10.00 which includes light refreshments. Tickets are available from President Margaret Taylor on 01785 712358 or 07791 160648 or any Inner Wheel Club member.

Car Parking available at Penkridge Market car park, Pinfold Lane Entrance, ST19 5AP. Proceeds to Midlands Air Ambulance, Donna Louise Trust Children’s Hospice, and other Inner Wheel Charities.

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Local History Corner

Shocking Child Neglect In Penkridge Elizabeth Leach of Mill Street was cautioned at the Petty Sessions for mistreating her son John, aged 13.

John told the hearing that his mother had asked him to wash the dishes but he didn’t want to because he was too tired – hardly surprising given that he’d had nothing to eat that day, other than something taken from a neighbour’s pig bucket. He went off to bed but shortly his mother got him up and pushed him to the kitchen to carry out the chore. Sergeant Campbell said that when he visited the house, the child’s room was dirty and cold and the boy had bruises on his face like fingermarks. He said that the boy’s mother was often drunk and he had noticed on several occasions that the child wasn’t well looked after.

Their neighbour, Emma Jones, said she had seen Leach hit John in the stomach with a mop. Mrs Jones had given him food in the past and had even seen him scraping up crumbs that she had put out for the birds because he was so hungry. By the following year, young John had escaped from his mother’s ‘care’ and had found work as a servant at Plashes Farm, Acton Trussell.

In 1895, forty-one year old Catherine Fletcher was brought to court by the NSPCC for neglecting her four children, aged between 5 and 13. The court heard that her husband had recently left because of her drunken habits and although the family had been granted a place at the workhouse, she did not take up the offer, presumably because she would not be allowed to drink if admitted.

Instead she remained at home and gradually pawned every available possession to support her addiction, to the utter neglect of her children. They all had bruises or wounds as a result of being hit, some of which had become badly infected. Their clothes were ragged and infested with lice, the house was devoid of food and warmth and an oak table was the only piece of furniture she still possessed.

examination the flesh had been bitten right through to the bone. When confronted by Mrs Martin, Fletcher threatened to bite the other children too! As is often the case with such people, the woman had a string of previous convictions.

On this occasion she was handed a one month custodial sentence with hard labour. In reply to the pronouncement she could say nothing more than “Very well. Thank you.”

From the book ‘Crime & Chaos in Victorian Penkridge’, local author Paul Robinson.

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A neighbour, Eliza Martin, told the magistrate that Fletcher often returned home drunk, and regularly left her children unattended for many hours at a time.

Recently the eldest child had come to her house in tears, saying that his mother had bitten his hand; on

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Kenway Christmas Trees Treeway Fencing Ltd

Unit 9, Cannock Wood Industrial Estate, Cannock Wood Street, Hazelslade, Hednesford, WS12 0PL 4ft to 40ft trees available from Friday 1st December - Thursday 21st December.

Numerous varieties to choose from. A selection of Holly Wreaths and Christmas Tree Stands.

Open Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-5pm and Sunday 8am-4pm.

Tel: 01543 425893 (press option 1). Steve: 07831 822760. Ken: 07801 050203.

WM Wheat and Son Nursery

520 Chester Road, Little Aston, Aldridge, WS9 0PU

Available from Friday 1st December - Wednesday 20th December.

All sizes and types available. Selection of Tree Stands available.

Open Mon-Sat 9:30am-4:30pm, Sunday 10am-4pm.

Tel: Jack 07341 938470 Office: 01543 425893.

Open from 1st December - 21st December - Telephone for further details and directions.

Where highly skilled goldsmiths have the expertise to create fine jewellery

Call in to discuss your idea with the team at Spencer The Jeweller and delight somebody this Christmas with a piece of fine jewellery created especially for them.

Tel: 01785 851760

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4 High Street, Eccleshall, ST21 6BZ Email: info@spencerthejeweller.com www.spencerthejeweller.com

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Codsall Village Christmas Fair

Friday 1st December Codsall residents once again extend a warm

welcome to our neighbouring villages for an evening of seasonal festivities on Friday 1st December.

Codsall Christmas Fair is back again this year, bigger and better than ever. This great community event, organised by volunteers, is now double the size – meaning double the fun. With a lot more stalls, there is certainly something for everyone – ranging from arts, crafts, gifts, food and much more. You will not have to worry about those last-minute gifts.

For those that will be feeling peckish, we have even more hot food & drink stalls this year. Indulge yourself into the festive spirit with mulled wine, prosecco, and roasted chestnuts. We also have hot pork sandwiches, jacket potatoes, German style bratwurst, pizza, and plenty more, allowing all the grown-ups to take a night off from cooking.

There will be many activities to keep the little ones busy including fairground rides, kiddie’s roundabout, a bouncy castle and, of course, Santa will be in his grotto, granting everyone’s Christmas wishes.

Live music will come from the Sunhoney, Sam Draisey, Alexandra Jayne, a Ukulele Band and the Salvation Army Band with Steve Kaos performing amazing feats in the streets. We also have an appearance from everybody’s favourite football mascot, Wolfie, accompanied by Wendy.

Our traditional “Carols around the Christmas Tree” will then draw this wonderful evening to a close but our village pubs and clubs will continue the festivities into the evening.

You are all invited to come along, bring your friends and family, and celebrate this special event.

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The Bell at Stretton NOw open under new management Local residents Nicola, Caroline and top local chef Matt will be offering a delicious homecooked menu using fresh local produce in a beautiful rural setting.

Book now for our Christmas menu Available from Monday 4th December 3 courses for just £29.95

New Year’s Menu also available Book now to avoid disappointment!

• Sunday lunches • Family and dog friendly pub • Traditional open fire • Homecooked food using fresh local produce • Good selection of beers, wine and spirits Open from 11am-11pm Mon-Sat, 12pm-9pm Sunday. Food served 12pm-9pm Mon-Sat and 12noon-6pm Sunday. Large carpark with free parking.

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Sunday 3rd December 2017 | 11am Start Market Street, Penkridge 1 Mile ‘Dash’ Dressed as Santa | £5 Entry inc Suit Signed certificate from Santa for all finishers

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Visit us at: 30 Stafford Street, Brewood.

Tel: 01902 850346 Recreating The Flavours Of Yesteryear!

Midlands Chorale

Wanted Singers - ‘Tenors’ If you are a reliable/able tenor who would enjoy

24th in Shrewsbury).

each concert (3 per year), and not expect to be

Brewood is in a central position for the singers,

the challenge of learning a new programme for able to learn the music solely at the combined

rehearsals (happy to do some homework), then

who are happy to travel in from outlying areas.

The Chorale is noted for its friendly and helpful

Midlands Chorale would love to hear from you.

atmosphere between the singers and MD’s.

Due to unfortunate circumstances leading to the

If you are interested and would like to know more

loss of two singers, the Chorale (a Brewood based,

about the choir and what sort of music we sing (we

mixed voice, Chamber Choir), is looking to return

think an exciting range) - take a look on the website

its tenor section to strength.

for details and past/future concerts:

We have 6 rehearsals per concert (18 per year) on Saturdays between the hours of 10am and 1pm.

Rehearsals take place in the Jubilee Hall in Bargate Street, Brewood, Staffs. Rehearsal dates for the Spring concert are January 13th, 27th; February

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Penkridge Tattoo Studio relocates to bigger premises Penkridge Tattoo Studio have recently opened the doors of their newly refurbished studio situated in

Market Street, Penkridge. The studio was formerly based at Clay Street, Penkridge and with an ever growing client base, owner Dan and staff,

Charlotte and Ruthy felt it was the right time to relocate to a larger premises.

Penkridge Tattoo Studio was established in 2010 and over the last 7 years Dan and his team of artists have

created professional, custom design tattoo’s for local

residents and also those further afield. The team have worked hard to build a loyal customer base and

reputable name. Now well established within the

industry, Penkridge Tattoo Studio are able to expand

book a free consultation on 01785 711299.

studio set in an ideal high street location.

The studio is open 5 days a week, Tuesday to

Dan and his team have a wide range of designs

are available upon request, please ask a member of

Charlotte and Ruthy, the resident artists specialise in

with all of the latest work and offers from Penkridge

to offer a wide range of services from their brand new

Saturday from 10am-6pm. Late night appointments

to view and also offer custom designed tattoos.

staff for details. Don’t forget you can keep up to date

custom colour, black and grey.

Tattoo over on their Facebook page,

www.facebook.com/PenkridgeTattoo

The studio is now also offering a range of laser

Gift vouchers are now available, ideal for Christmas!

treatments, including:

All laser treatments will be available at Penkridge Tattoo Studio and also at The Beauty Lounge, Pinfold Lane, Penkridge.

• Tattoo removal • Hair removal • Thread vain removal • Acne clearance • Skin rejuventation • Pigmentation removal • Wrinkle reduction and much more!

All treatments are done with fully trained male and

female technicians in-house. As an opening offer, the

Penkridge Tattoo

studio currently has special introductory rates for all laser treatments, book now to avoid missing out!

If you are thinking about having a new tattoo or

having one removed, why not pop down and see the all new Penkridge Tattoo Studio, Market Street,

The

Beauty Lounge

Penkridge and speak to one of the team or call to

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National Trust Staffordshire Upcoming Talk

Remembering the Swinging Sixties Tuesday 12th December Our speaker Mike Watkins will take a light hearted look at people, things and events of the 1960s. He will encourage audience participation to get us in the mood for Christmas. Remember the 60s? Of course you do!

All talks are held at 2:30pm at Walton Village Hall, Stafford. All welcome. Entry is ÂŁ4.50 for non-members.

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Penkridge Sports & Recreation Centre (Monckton) To hire the hall or grounds contact 01785 712530

Your local community hall and sports centre.

HIRE US – See us on Facebook Facebook page: www.facebook.com/moncktonrc

For your next party:• Children’s parties • Weddings • Special birthdays • Live music nights ... Anything you want a big hall for!

Or join our existing indoor club activities: Mon 7pm – Zumba Tues 7pm - Jujitsu Wed 2pm - Indoor bowls Wed 8pm - Karate Thurs 7:30pm - Yoga Other upcoming Key events:

Karaoke every Sat 8pm Xmas Eve Disco & Party Late Bar (See our Facebook page for details) Elvis Tribute Night - Saturday 3rd February 2018

Keep up to date with our latest news and events on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/moncktonrc

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Brooklands House on track for February opening For those looking to downsize in Stafford,

there’s good news on the horizon as luxury

retirement developer Adlington is soon to open

not one or two but three show apartments at its brand-new development on Eccleshall Road.

Boasting 55 one, two and three-bedroom

apartments together with a table service restaurant, hairdressing salon, assisted spa and therapy room and residents’ lounge, the Brooklands House development is quickly taking shape and has

already taken a number of off-plan reservations by eager purchasers.

service makes the moving process easier from help

Due for completion in February, Brooklands House

companies to organising a de-cluttering

those looking for a secure, low maintenance

the thought of putting your house on the market is

care, when it is needed, is also provided by

further commitment from us to assist new

with liaising with estate agents and removal

will become a desirable place to set up home for

service. We also offer a part-exchange service if

property. In addition, the option of 24-hour on-site

too much. Our 8-hour handyman offering is a

Adlington’s partner MHA (Methodist Homes) who

homeowners to settle in quickly and easily.”

than 70 years.

“I would urge those looking to move into a

Each spacious apartment will include generous

apartments at Brooklands House while there are

modern kitchen. Many feature en-suite shower

welcoming everyone through our doors.”

walk on balconies or a patio area overlooking

Show apartments will be open from December to

sophisticated emergency call system and security

advised via the Marketing Suite - 01785 249 175.

have been providing care and support for more

living and dining areas, with a fully-fitted and

rooms and separate bathrooms and most have beautifully landscaped gardens. There will be a video entry for added peace of mind.

Claire Reede marketing manager for Adlington

low-maintenance home to visit our show

still properties available – and we look forward to

view daily from 10am – 5pm advance booking is

Prices range from £105,000 to £325,500.

comments: “Having never had a presence in

Brooklands House is due to complete during

and gaining such positive feedback already. Our

3-bedroom luxury apartments for sale with 24-hour

the area before, we’re pleased to be in Stafford

February 2018 and will feature 55 private 1, 2 and

development is unique in the fact that we offer

on-site care and support if required.

promote independent living as much as possible.

For further information, visit

everything under one roof yet we encourage and

www.adlington.co.uk

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NOW OPEN Due for completion early 2018, Brooklands House will offer spacious 1, 2 & 3 bedroom retirement apartments designed specifically for later living.

Discreet, tailored 24-hour on site care and support is available, should it be required, bringing peace of mind to you and your family.

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MD Guitars

Custom built guitars and repairs MD Guitars has recently moved into the Penkridge area from its previous location in West Yorkshire. Established as a business by Martin Dixon in 1986, it was the result of a passion for guitars and guitar-based music.

Martin is a self-taught ‘luthier’ who has developed his skills over a period of thirty seven years. Initially building guitars for himself and friends, Martin soon began to make instruments to sell and ultimately build them to customers’ specific requirements. These guitars are often totally unique in design, combining exotic timbers with original shapes and features.

Customers can choose all aspects of the guitar build, resulting in a totally bespoke instrument.

Prices start at £750 and guitars take between six and twelve weeks to build.

As well as producing custom guitars Martin also undertakes all types of repair work and refinishing on a variety of instruments, including guitars, double basses, cellos, violins, ukuleles and banjos.

Following a period as a part time lecturer in Guitar Building/Repair at Leeds College of Music, Martin began to offer guitar building courses to people wanting to build their own instruments. This has proved to be a popular part of the business with courses starting at £500, fully inclusive, and lasting from six to twelve days.

Clients of MD Guitars include: Paul Quinn (Saxon), Justin Sullivan (New Model Army), Robin Simon (ex-Ultravox and Visage), Mike Harding (Broadcaster and folk musician) and Ashley Hutchings (Fairport Convention, Albion Band and Steeleye Span).

If you would like more information about the services offered you can contact MD Guitars on: 01785 716761, 0752 8532642 or email: martin.dixon@sky.com

MD GUITARS CUSTOM BUILT GUITARS AND BASSES Solid bodied guitars Thinline guitars Thru-neck guitars Carved top guitars Bodies/necks Guitar building courses

from £750 from £850 from £850 from £1,200 from £150 from £500

All types of repairs and setups undertaken

For more information: Tel: 01785 716761 Mob: 07528 532642 Email: martin.dixon@sky.com December 2017

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FSC Investment Services Limited

Things to consider when making an investment When someone is looking to make an investment there are a number of decisions that need to be made.

investing in either a cash ISA or by opening a standard deposit type account.

I say this is a problem simply because unfortunately it is also the one that is likely to give you a very poor return for your investment.

• How much do I want to invest?

• What term am I looking to invest over?

• What level of volatility (fluctuation in value over time) can I accept?

• What happens if I need my money back in an emergency?

• Will I pay tax on my profits?

• Am I investing for extra income or am I interested in growing my capital?

• How much is the advice going to cost me?

• What am I expecting in return for investing my money (what interest rate)?

You could potentially access better returns is by investing into areas where the investment is asset backed. This means that the investment would normally be invested within the stock market and other unit linked areas.

For further details of our service please call FSC on 01902 422333.

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Wolgarston High School

Remembrance Sunday On Sunday 12th November it was Remembrance

Day. A day in which we were all united as a country to honour the heroic efforts, sacrifices and

achievements that have been made in past wars by our servicemen and women.

DP Plumbing & Heating Amy Horton (Year 10 student at Brewood Church on Remembrance Sunday)

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Wolgarston is proud to say that some of our students attended Remembrance Day services in their local communities.

“We would like to thank all of those students and their families who attended these services in Coven,

Penkridge, Lapley, Weston Under Lizard and Brewood,” said Mr McCosh (Deputy Headteacher).

“It was an honour to be part of this event,” Courtney

McLanachan (Year 12 student), “I think it is important

that we all appreciate the freedoms that we have now from the sacrifices others have made for us.”

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Milan Oak Range

Quality, Oak, Pine, Painted and Reclaimed Furniture A huge choice of quality furniture in our fantastic two storey showroom

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Dragonfly Dance Centre Principal: Sue Buckenham RAD RTS FISTD Classes for children from

for more details call on

18 months: * Ballet * Tap * Jazz *

Classes in Penkridge in Ballet and Tap on a Tuesday evening.

* Modern Theatre * *Hip Hop * Adult classes:

01785 213862 / 223610 or send a message through our facebook page – search for Dragonfly Dance Centre

*Ballet * Tap * Jazz *

Schools in Stafford and Penkridge Dragonfly Dance Centre, St Patrick’s Place, Stafford, ST16 2PL Haling Dene Centre, Cannock Road, Penkridge, ST19 5DT

Lapley Church Restoration Fund December Events Christmas Concert

with a route, approx 2.5km, through the village of Wheaton Aston will start at 2.00pm, registration from 1.30pm and the

Friday 1st December

warm up at 1.45pm. As this is NOT a race but a FUN RUN

It’s that time of year again! And to start the festive season

everyone can join in – although we do ask that all adults are

rolling we have our annual Christmas Concert on Friday

dressed as Santa (free suit included in the fee of £10.00 - adult,

1st December starting at 7:30pm in All Saints’ Church. It

£5.00 – 7-12 year olds); there is no charge for children under

promises to be an easy listening acoustic evening, songs

and tunes full of memories plus a few surprises. with warm rich vocals accompanied by guitar and piano keyboard, all courtesy of Andreas who is an international entertainer.

Tickets are available from any committee member are

£10.00 – adult, which includes a pork bap and a glass of mulled wine, tickets for children under 12 are priced at £5.00.

Santa Fun Run/Walk or Jog Sunday 3rd December

Two days later on Sunday 3 December, the Second Santa Fun Run will take place, starting and finishing at Wheaton Aston Sports & Social Club where the bar will be open. The Fun Run

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7 but Santa hats priced at £1.00 are available to buy. People can run but also jog, walk or stroll at their own pace. Little ones in pushchairs and dogs on leads are also welcome as we

would like to make this a family fun event in the run-up to Christmas.

You can register before the day by using one of the entry forms available upon request or entries will be taken on

the day. We are still busily fund-raising to make All Saints’

Church into a community church and therefore we do hope that you will be able to support us by coming to either or both of these events; more info can be obtained by

telephoning Margaret Kelly on 01785 840562 or Margaret Holmes on 01785 840241 or Dorothy Stephens-Henry on 01785 841596.

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What’s On...

Regular Events PENKRIDGE FLOWER CLUB Every 3rd Monday of the month 7:30pm start at the Peace Memorial Hall, Penkridge. Professional NAFAS Demonstrators doing 5 floral arrangements. Sales Table & Raffle. Light Refreshments. Entrance £5. New Members and Visitors very welcome. Call Margaret, 01785 712113 or Marie, 01785 715445.

CASS Carers Café Last Monday of every Month (except bank holidays) 10:30am–1pm at The Haling Dene Centre.

Carers are encouraged to come and socialise with others in a similar situation, enjoy entertainment and engage in information and advice sessions. Please CASS The Carers Association on call 01785 222365 for more information.

Penkridge Scout Group at scout hut, Good Station Lane Beavers Mondays 6pm–7:15pm. (For boys and girls - ages 5 3/4 yrs–8 yrs). Tel: 07816 758258 / Sally Turner or email beavers@penkridgescouts.org.uk Cubs Thursdays 7:15pm–8:45pm. (For boys and girls - ages 8 yrs-10 1/2 yrs). Tel: 07506 768892 / Tricia Adams or email mowhawkcubs@penkridgescouts.org.uk Scouts Tuesdays 7:15pm–9pm. (For boys and girls - ages 10 1/2 yrs-14 yrs). Tel: 07704 896060 / Lorna Smith or email scouts@penkridgescouts.org.uk penkridge women’s wi every 1st Monday of the month 7:30pm start at the Methodist Church Hall, Penkridge. New members and visitors welcome. For more information contact Sandra on 01785 712468.

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For more information about joining phone Pet Hughes on 01785714843 or email sja.org.uk with subject volunteering.

child. Plenty of toys for children. Everyone welcome, mums, dads, grand parents or childminders. For info call 07870 467360.

penkridge widows club every other Monday at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge.

Speakers, holidays, day trips, lunches, summer teas and various other events throughout the year. Come and join us!

For more details contact Mrs V Jackson on 01785 840256.

Moo Music Classes Tuesdays 10:00am at The Reading Rooms, Market Street, Penkridge. Suitable for 0-5 years.

Book a 3 week trial for just £10. Please contact Hannah on 07527 723948 for more details, or visit the Facebook page at Moo Music Stafford. Find out more info at www.moo-music.co.uk.

air cadets 2415 Penkridge Squadron every monday and thursday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Grange Road HQ. 12-17 years, boys and girls welcome. For more info contact 07397 013407 or email, 2415@aircadets.org pinfold pink Every 3rd tuesday of the month From 4.30pm at Penkridge Fire Station.

Breast Cancer Support. For further details contact Jan on 01785 711124. photographic society 1st & 3rd tuesday of the month Penkridge & Acton Trussell Photographic Society. Evening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 713839. Learn how to master you digital cameras and take great photos. gardening club Every 2nd tuesday of the month Evening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 715640. Learn more about growing your favourite plants.

whist drive every Monday (no bank holidays) 1:30pm-4pm at Codsall Village Hall.For more info ring Barbara on 01785 840498 or 07971 310463.

WHEATON aston folk dance club 4th tuesday of the month American Contra & traditional square dancing. From 8pm - 10pm at Wheaton Aston Village Hall (ST19 9NP). For further information contact Mike Whiting on 01952 812601.

Penkridge St John Ambulance All groups meet on Mondays Badgers - 7 to 10 year olds Cadets - 10 to 18 year olds Adults 18+

stay and play every tuesday 9:30am-11:30am at Dunston Pre-School Playgroup, Dunston. £2 per week. Including a drink and snack for both parent and

penkridge rainbow club Every wednesday Carer, Baby & Toddler Group. 10am11:30am at Penkridge Scout Hut. A variety of activities, occasionally joining with different toddler groups. £2 per family.

Find us on facebook, Penkridge Rainbow Group. penkridge parkinsons uk support group 4th wednesday of the month 10:30am-12:30pm. at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge. Meetings on the 4th wednesday of the month with the exception of August and December.

Refreshments provided. Come along and meet us. new companions club Every wednesday 1:30pm-3:30pm. at Church Hall, Penkridge. Run by volunteers from local churches. Open to any age group. We offer tea/coffee/cakes (no charge), cards, dominoes, jigsaws, rummikub and the occasional musical or bingo afternoon.

All are welcome. For more details, phone Liz on 07779 405321.

Acton art society Every wednesday 1:30pm to 3:30pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 714469 or 01889 586289.

Learn how to draw and paint – just come along. Some materials can be supplied. whist drive every wednesday (no bank holidays) 6:45pm at Brewood Jubilee Hall, Upper room. For more info ring Barbara on 01785 840498.

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Chair based keep fit every wednesday 11am-12noon at Acton Trussell Community Centre. Come along and join in the fun with South Staffordshire AGE UK. £2 per session. First session free of charge.

Cannock and District Ladies Probus Club every 1st thursday of the month 12pm at The Chase Golf and Country Club, (ST19 5RN). The Cannock and District Ladies Probus Club are retired professional or business ladies who meet each month for lunch, and fellowship, with speakers on interesting topics. In addition there are opportunities to take part in other activities, crafts, games, trips and holidays.

We are open to new members who are welcome to come along to meetings. For more info contact membership secretary 01543 505107 and www.probusonline.org Yoga classes every thursday 7:30pm-8:45pm at Monckton Recreation Centre, Penkridge. Hatha Yoga taught in the IYENGAR tradition. The development of strength, flexibility and stability is gained.

Contact Karen for more details on 07939 551670 or bring along your mat on the day! brewood singers Every thursday 8pm onward at Brewood Jubilee Hall.

Popular, forward looking, mixed choral group. For details on joining or bookings call Pat Mumford on 01902 850377. chair based keep fit Every thursday For over 50’s. 10am - 11am at the Methodist Church, Penkridge. £2.00 per session. Help loosen your joints, to keep you active, healthy and feeling good. First lesson FREE. For more information contact Susan on 01785 788472.

CANNOCK women’s institute Every 2nd thursday of the month 10.30am at St. Luke’s Church Hall, Cannock. Meetings will usually include a speaker or demonstrator. W.I. provides educational opportunities, and the chance to try and develop new skills and crafts. A link with Staffordshire Federation provides further activities like craft fairs and quizzes.

Guests and prospective new members are always welcome. For further information contact The President on 01543 271617 or www.thewi.org.uk/staffordshire Penkridge civic society every 3rd thursday of the month The Society meets on the third Thursday of each month except August and December at the Old Gaol in Bellbrook, Penkridge

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(Penkridge Heritage Centre). Always an interesting mix of speakers and events.

Meetings begin at 7:30pm and the fee for visitors is £2.

Enquiries to Bill & Chris on 07707 930500.

youth club Every thursday 6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.

9-13 year olds welcome. Activities include computer nights, quizzes, film evenings, arts and crafts.

Lapley Church Restoration Fund Christmas Concert Friday 1st December Starting at 7:30pm in All Saints’ Church, Lapley. Tickets are £10 and available from any committee member, includes a pork bap and a glass of mulled wine, tickets for children under 12 are £5.

yoga classes Every thursday 7:30pm-9pm at St Paul’s School, Coven.

Learn postures and sequences based on age old principles of Yoga. £23 for 4 weeks.

For more info call 01785 275607 or 01785 275439.

BRADFORD ARMS FOLK CLUB EVERY FRIDAY 8.30pm in the upstairs room at The Bradford Arms, Ivetsey Bank, near Wheaton Aston. A mix of Performer’s Nights and Guest Nights. See the website: www.bradfordarmsfolkclub.co.uk for more details or contact Linda Del-Manso 07870281533. All welcome.

PACE 2000 EVERY FRIDAY Anyone interested should turn up between 1pm and 1:15pm at the Haling Dene Centre Room 16 (opposite main door). Pace 2000 continues to provide a good Friday afternoon for the over 50’s.

Including 45 mins of exercise and a 45 min talk/demonstration followed by 30 mins refreshments and chat. We are a very friendly group and welcome men and women to our organisation from all the local areas. society of recorder players south staffs branch every 2nd saturday of the month 2:30pm-5pm at Penkridge Methodist Church Hall. New members and visitors welcome. For information contact Alyson Lewin on 01785 716957 or alysonlewin712@btinternet.com midlands chorale designated saturdays 10am-1pm at Jubilee Hall, Brewood. is a friendly, mixed choir, There are 18 rehearsal per year. The Chorale has a scheme to PAY 15-21 year old students to come and sing with us. New members welcome - for details see www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ring Gren on 01902 850175. whist drive every saturday evening 7:00pm prompt. At Pencric, Tildesley Close, Penkridge. New members welcome.

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Penkridge Round Table’s Annual Santa Dash Sunday 3rd December 11am start at Market Street, Penkridge. A one mile ‘Dash’ dressed as Santa! £5 entry inc suit. Signed certificate for all finishers.

For more info call 07974 319569 or see Facebook ‘Penkridge Round Table’ Santa Fun Run/Walk or Jog Sunday 3rd December Starting and finishing at Wheaton Aston Sports & Social Club starting at 2pm.

Route is approx 2.5km through the village, registration from 1:30pm and warm up at 1:45pm. For more info see page 44.

St Michael’s church penkridge christmas tree festival 6th - 12th DECEMBER 2017 at St Michael’s Church, Penkridge. A full list of activities and times can be found on the church website, www.stmichaelspenkridge.co.uk festive evening with folk duo at Blymhill & Weston Village Hall Saturday 9th December Doors open 7.30pm. Festive evening with “Breeze and Wilson” Folk Duo - Song writers and recording artists. Tickets in advance £5 or £7.50 on the door to include mince pie.

Monthly Film Night at Blymhill & Weston Village Hall Thursday 14th December Doors open 7pm. Showing the classic “Oliver” starring Ron Moody as Fagin.

Tickets £4. Half time interval with tea and mince pies. Bar open. Contact: bookings@blymhill-westonvillagehall.co.uk or call Di Dabbs on 07407 680206.

BAND & CAROL EVENING WITH THE WILNECOTE ST JOHN BAND SATURDAY 16th DECEMBER 2017 7pm for 7.30pm prompt start at the Peace Memorial Hall, Penkridge. All proceeds to the hall fund. Tickets £6 to inc seasonal refreshments. Available from Val Webb 01785 713284 (tickets none refundable).

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What’s on at Your Local Library in December Christmas is Coming and Your Library is here to help!

donation. Booking required, please contact the Library on 01902 850087.

Christmas is an expensive time for us all so why not make use of what Your Library has to offer for FREE to lighten the load over Christmas!?

Friday 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd December - 10am ‘Brewood Walk and Talk’ – Free. A great way to get more exercise and improve your health. Part of the Health Watch Walk Scheme. For all ages. Please arrive 15 mins early if it is your first walk. Car Parking at Library, meet outside Library.

• Free wi-fi • Free PC access • Borrow books for free – great ideas for Christmas cooking, decorating and loads more!

• Borrow free eBooks • Free eMagazines • Free eAudio books • Free access to Ancestry!

• IT buddies

IT Buddy available at Codsall Library and Penkridge Library

• Reading Groups Remember if you a getting an eReader or tablet for Christmas you can borrow from a catalogue of FREE titles – Check out what we have to offer at www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries or pop in and make an appointment to see one of our friendly IT buddies.

News from Brewood Community Library Unless specified there is no need to book the activities listed. All activities are for adults unless the activity specifies it is for children.

Please call 01902 850087 for more details.

Thursday 7th December - 3:15pm-4:15pm Reading Group. Read and talk about books. Books supplied by the Library. Free.

Friday 13th December - 2pm-4pm Craft Club. Cost £2pp to cover hire of the room and materials. We like to try out new techniques, though some come for the company and continue with their own projects.

Brewood Library Christmas Opening Hours Saturday 23rd December – 9:30am-1pm Tuesday 26th December – CLOSED Wednesday 27th- Friday 29th December – 9am-5pm Saturday 30th December – To be confirmed, please check before coming.

Drop-in and get some help from our IT Buddy.

Codsall Library Every Thursday - 2pm—4pm FREE—Just drop-in.

Penkridge Library Every Wednesday - 10am – 12pm Please contact Codsall Library or Penkridge Library for more information or to pre-book a slot at Penkridge via the Staffordshire County Council Contact Centre, on 0300 111 8000.

For more information on December’s events and activities available in the South Staffordshire area please visit www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries or find us on Facebook and Twitter

Thursday 7th, 14th & 21st December - 11am-12pm Mindfulness and Meditation Sessions. £5 minimum

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Christmas Crime Prevention Staffordshire Police The chance of becoming a victim of crime

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Shopping Online

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Remember to cancel any deliveries such as milk and newspapers.

• Ensure you are aware of how to set up parental controls when buying your child online

Vehicle Security Tips

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• Always take everything out of your vehicle, even a • Visit www.staffordshire.police.uk/Christmas_on-

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Home Security Tips • Never leave your keys in the ignition while your • Do not leave presents on display under a

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Celebrating Reading & Achievement Wolgarston High School is proud to be celebrating their Year 9 students’ achievement in reading.

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