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Contents Clair’s Conservatory Systems

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Garden feature: Keeping healthy in the sun

Local author launches new book

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Golf - Not just a rich man’s game

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D of E Awards Evening at Wolgarston High School

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Recipe of the month

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Beer of the month

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Lawnkeeper... Two Years On

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Kids puzzle page

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Hospice £2500 could bounce your way

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DSN Accountants - Your local accountancy firm

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WIN £25 to spend at Direct Specs!

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Sudoku

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Join in the sponsored dog walk at Mutt Strutt

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Dream facilities for Penkridge Juniors FC

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Summer feature! Find out what’s on this summer...

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WIN a ticket for 4 to the Tern Valley 36th Annual Show

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Summer SUSSED 2015 including a FREE swim pass!

What’s On

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Why you musn’t leave your dog in a hot car

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Home & Interiors: Glorious Georgian

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New platform for wildlife centre in Stafford

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Local optometrist saves pensioners sight

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Have a day out at Mere Park Garden Centre this summer

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Open gardens in Penkridge

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Two Minute Trial puzzle

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Fuel saving

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Lollipop Theatre Arts Summer School

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Useful Numbers

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Malibu Hot Tubs - Official Jacuzzi Megastore

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Learn how to swim with South Staffs Swimming Academy 33 Chillington Hall - The hidden gem of Staffordshire

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The Red Lion Inn & Restaurant presents 2 courses for £10 37 Penkridge School scoops top prizes in writing competition 38 Twin Pines Recruitment Open Day

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MAGG Group Home Services

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Clairs Conservatory Systems Ltd

Clair’s Conservatory Systems Ltd is a passionate family run business, owned by Husband and Wife, Keith Turley and Jassie Clair.

Clair’s Conservatory Systems Ltd manufacture bespoke Conservatories, Orangeries, Windows, Doors and Patios. So whatever the size and colour of your future product, as they manufacture, this can be done to how you desire and not standard sizes and colours like other companies.

Keith is the company surveyor so he will take care of the job from start to complete, Keith will deal with all of the planning, building regulations, planning applications so there is no need to use a third party.

Jassie says, “Our technical expertise and in-depth understanding of the industry means that we have become one of the most trusted independent suppliers of windows, doors, orangeries and conservatories in the area. We’re not just window suppliers. We also have our own installation team, which allows us to see the market from your perspective, as well as from the point of view of suppliers. This in turn gives us a unique overview of the industry as a whole, from manufacturing right through to installation. All of our fitters are fully qualified, FENSA registered and have public liability insurance. We’re very proud of our reputation for providing an excellent all round service from sales, through to installation and after-sales, we try to ensure every customers experience is excellent. We can guide you through every stage, from your initial

ideas through design, survey, building works and final installation; making your dreams reality. And when your new installation is complete you can enjoy it safe in the knowledge that you have a 10 year guarantee from a company who value customer service!”.

The Penkridge Advertiser met Jassie, Keith and all of the team to see how great this business is run, with Jassie being a lady in such a male dominated industry and being so successful at this. All of the staff have so much respect for Jassie. Clair’s Conservatory Systems really is a great place to work with Jassie and all of the staff having fun whilst working and meeting deadlines. With this in mind I can see this company being very successful for many years to come.

Contact them today for a free no obligation quote, Clair’s Conservatory Systems Ltd, Unit 33 Pillaton Hall Farm, Cannock Road, Pillaton, Penkridge ST19 5RZ. Tel: 01785 714554.

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Local author launches new book

Three Noisy Chickens by Diane Pike To be blessed with children and then grandchildren is, in my mind nothing less than a gift! It was with this thought that I was inspired to tell and write stories just for them. A teacher for thirty years, I'd had plenty of practice in telling, reciting and reading stories, but when grandchildren began to arrive, I wanted to give them something more than verbal stories just produced off the top of my head.

By the time my first grandchild arrived I had started a new hobby keeping chickens. And you would be quite right to wonder what possible connection keeping chickens has with writing children’s stories.

As well as looking after my three chickens and enjoying the many delicious eggs that they produced, I also noticed what comical, cheeky and very noisy characters they were. So it was they were given names (when keeping chickens don’t ever give them names if they are to end up in the pot – it’s not nice to eat your pets!) – And the

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three noisy chickens became Heidi (of the Hills), Hetty (of the Heath) and Hildegard (of Bingen) later shortened to Heidi, Hetty and Hilda.

I began to observe, make notes and take photographs of their natural behaviour such as ‘pecking’ order; habitual dust baths, scratching around for worms and most annoyingly of all, eating my plants and flowers when I foolishly allowed them in to the garden. However, I think what amused me the most was the many varied sounds and noises they produced to communicate, either with me or with each other, leading me to almost believe they were talking – or shouting – depending on the situation. For example when the neighbour’s cat had dared to enter the garden they all took on the role of cockerels and screeched aloud in cockerel cacophony warning what perils lay in wait for the trespasser.

Over the weeks my collection of notes and photographs began to formulate into creative writing and I soon had a series of short stories about my ‘Three Noisy Chickens’ which I could tell or read to my grandchildren. The project grew further when Alan, my husband, suggested he illustrate the stories and have them published.

‘Heidi, Hetty and Hilda are chickens who live in a pen at the bottom of Grandma's garden and are the noisiest chickens you have ever heard. – But these three noisy chickens have a secret which nobody knows and they get up to all sorts of tricks... One trick makes Grandma laugh, another makes

her cross - but one thing makes Grandma very, very proud indeed of her THREE NOISY CHICKENS…’ As many new authors will agree, for me publishing the book has been a very, very steep learning curve and yet, after much self-determination and great support from friends and family I am able to begin the launch of ‘Three Noisy Chickens’ and now have another book ‘Three Noisy Chickens to the Rescue’ to be published later this month.

Diane Pike x ‘Three Noisy Chickens’ by Diane Pike is suitable for children ages 2 to 6 years.

ISBN 978371071031920 – 4 Available when ordering from book stores such as Waterstones, WH Smith, Amazon and Novum Publishers, UK. Alternatively, you can order a copy directly via email from: dianepike1000@btinternet.com

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Duke of Edinburgh Awards Evening Wolgarston High School On Monday the 22nd June Wolgarston High School held its first ever Duke of Edinburgh awards presentation evening as a licensed centre. Mr Wood provided catering for the evening.

“We received excellent feedback from the food the team and I had prepared,” said Mr Wood (Catering Co-ordinator), “The canapés with smoked salmon ,cream cheese and caviar were very popular, so were the spiced feta cheese with watermelon and fresh basil bites.”

never hear about the good,” said Shirley Henderson, “And this is a brilliant thing the achievements of these young people today.” Mr Mitchell then explained the Gold Awards. “The Gold D of E students have planned and done everything themselves,” said Mr Mitchell, “There are valuable skills at Gold Level you develop at higher level, such as being independent and managing your time well.”

The evening was organised by Mrs McCumiskey (DofE Manager and Teacher of ICT) and Mr Mitchell (DofE Coordinator and Second in Maths).

The guest speaker for the evening was Shirley Henderson (former County DofE Manager). The evening included a power point presentation of what students and staff had experienced and achieved.

“There is still a healthy interest from students to take part in the scheme,” said Mrs McCumiskey, “I love seeing our students on expedition, it is so rewarding to see what they achieve.”

Shirley Henderson then took over and spoke about her passion for the scheme and her own personal experiences, “D of E is in my heart it will never leave it is always there,” said Shirley, “You learn a skill that stays with you for the rest of your life.” Each student volunteer is set with the task of volunteering 1 hour a week for section one. Shirley calculated that the students at Wolgarston had completed a minimum of 276 hours between them.

“With all of the bad publicity you hear about young people you

The evening then followed with a presentation from a group of Year 12 students Alistair Diplock, Hannah Roberts, Emily Sly and Ben Hopkins about how to plan a Gold Expedition.

“It was a great opportunity,” said Hannah Roberts,” You meet loads of new people from just giving up some of your time.”

“We will get to visit local towns and experience the Tuscan culture”, said Ben Hopkins (Head Boy) when discussing his excitement about their upcoming visit in September.

In three weeks’ time all of the nine Gold Award students will be going to the Lake District for their Practice Expedition.

old. The skills and qualities it helps develop are as relevant today as they were then. It is so encouraging to see young people move up from bronze to silver and then silver to gold.”

Mrs McCumiskey and Mr Mitchell also thanked other members of staff for their support throughout the expeditions, Mrs Loftus ( Teacher of Design and Technology), Mr Liddle (Director of Learning for Maths), Mr Skinner (Teacher of PE), Miss Edwards (Inclusion Manager, Teacher of PE and English), Mr Curtis (Deputy Headteacher), Mr Russell, Mr Griffiths and Miss White. Mrs McCumiskey also thanked Mr Brown (Assistant Head of Design and Technology), Mrs Loftus and the Languages Department for their help in running courses for students to learn and develop their skills. The evening ended by seeing the presentation from The Glampers Silver Expedition. Their presentation was an A to Z of D of E, sharing what they had experienced and learnt along the way. They even incorporated Wolgarston’s five R’s; responsibility, resourcefulness, resilience, reflectiveness and reasoning. It was an amazing evening and we cannot wait until next year’s award ceremony.

The Silver Awards were presented

by Mr Tapp (Headteacher). “The Duke of Edinburgh Award is 58 years

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Hospice £2500 could bounce your way Excitement is mounting at Katharine House Hospice as in a few short weeks one lucky supporter will be celebrating a bumper summer win of £2500 with the Hospice Beach Ball Lottery Draw.

The draw which takes place on 31st July, has a whopping £2500 top prize, a second prize of £250 and 10 runner up prizes of £25.

Head of Fundraising Sarah Hulson-Beech said “Your ticket could be the best £1 you ever spend as not only are you in with a great chance to win a super summer prize – but every penny we receive helps to provide vital free care”.

For local people who are not weekly lottery players or regular players who want to increase their chances of winning, tickets are on sale now until 27th July at just £1 each from all Katharine House Hospice shops and Hospice reception. This year’s bumper Summer draw has been kindly sponsored by Howards Chartered Certified Accountants.

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Specials board on offer daily.

Opening hours: Monday 9am-3pm, Tuesday-Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday 9am-3pm

Tel. 01785 714808 Visit us at Market Street, Penkridge, ST19 5DH

Also at Whitegate: Fishing Day Tickets Campsite V fest camping Animal corner Animal feeds: Hay, straw, layers pellets, Dog food meat block.

Sacks of potatoes & much more

A traditional farm shop & butchers selling quality home reared meats & homemade products.

We the Swift family, have been farming Beef, Sheep, Poultry, Pigs & arable here at Whitegate for many years now. With traditional breeds, farming to British farm assured standards, feeding home grown cereals & non - GM feeds… all adds to us producing the finest quality meat.

Reducing food miles, so you can shop local and receive quality food products for your money.

‘Customer favourite our best pork sausage, also available speciality sausage, burgers & all homemade here’.

Our ‘Granny Swifts’ range is a truly delicious range of homemade products including, meat pies, pork pies, pasties, sausage rolls, ready meals and much more .

Award winning products …Sausage, Steak Pie & pork pies .

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STAFFORD

BINGLEY HALL

Quality Antiques Fairs Silvertrees is a family owned Holiday Home Park on Cannock Chase with its own Nature Reserve designated a SSSI, from which deer venture on to the holiday park and wander through the grounds so visitors can enjoy great close up views. See our website for details and to view our video and photo gallery.

BINGLEY BingleyHALL, Hall, COUNTY County SHOWGROUND, Showground,

Stafford ST18 STAFFORD, ST18 0BD 0BD

Friday, Saturday, Sunday FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY

7th/8th/9th December* August 13th/14th/15th

Hire a modern Holiday Home for short breaks or weekly holidays. Enjoy a stay in the midst of a natural landscape which is unique, peaceful and a relaxing oasis away from the stress and activity of modern life. Rates from £131 for short breaks and £289 for weekly hire.

*PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE Up to 400 stands Opening Times 10am-5pm Each Day Up to 400 stands Admission: Opening Times 10am-5pm each day £5 ADULTS, £3 CONCESSIONS Admission £5 adults, £3 concessions

Enjoy owning a modern Double Glazed centrally Heated Holiday Home in the midst of Cannock Chase which is designated an Area of Outstanding Beauty. Our season extends from 1st March to 15th January the following year, a period in which you can enjoy the changing seasons in our unique location, which has been awarded the David Bellamy Gold Award grading for the conservation of wildlife.

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Early trade Friday 8.30am - admission £7/person

Probably the widest selection of antiques, art, collectables, curios, vintage and retro in the West Midlands.

Tel: 01889 582185 Silver Trees Holiday Park, Stafford Brook Road, Penkridge Bank, Rugeley, WS15 2TX.

All enquiries Telephone. 01274 588505 www.antiquesfairs.com

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WIN A TICKET FOR FOUR TO THE TERN VALLEY 36th ANNUAL SHOW To win tickets admitting 4 people to the Tern Valley Annual Show, simply answer the question below:

WHERE WILL THE TERN VALLEY ANNUAL SHOW BE HELD THIS YEAR? • Over 600 Vintage Vehicles booked • Steam Engines • Vintage Military Section • Arena Displays • Demonstrations

• Craft Marquee • Trade Stands • Full Bar & Catering Facilities • Vintage Auction (Saturday only)

Admission – Adults £8, Seniors £7, Children (5-16 years) £4. £1 discount for TLC cardholders. Free Car Parking.

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Summer SUSSED 2015 Affordable School Holiday Activities South Staffordshire Council’s leisure centres are offering fun filled programmes this summer to entertain children aged 5-12 year olds during the school holiday.

Some of the activities on offer include: • Go-karting • Trampolining • Gymnastics • Diddi Cars • Visits from The Animal Man • Athletics • Racket Sports • Fizz Pop Science • Hockey • Basketball Plus there’s plenty on offer in the swimming pools including crash course week-long swimming lessons, in addition to family swims, funtime and inflatable sessions, parent and toddler, and public swim sessions.

Why Choose South Staffordshire Council for your School Holiday Provisions?

• Affordable Prices • Local, Friendly and Convenient • Great Range of Activities • No Block Booking, Just Pay As You Go • Parents can ‘Drop and Go’ or ‘Stay and Spectate’ SUSSED Vouchers and SUSSED Out & About Don’t forget to check whether you live in one of the local parishes that are giving out SUSSED vouchers to subsidise the leisure centre activities.

In addition to this some parish council’s will be running activities within their actual parish so look out for these too. Visit www.sstaffs.gov.uk/sussed.

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Can be redeemed as 1 adult swim pass or a child swim pass.

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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. Details – Margaret 01785 712113 or Marie 01785 715445.

PENKRIDGE PRE SCHOOL EVERY MON, TUES & THURS MORNING

GARDENING CLUB

NEW COMPANIONS CLUB

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.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

WHEATON ASTON FOLK DANCE CLUB 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

PENKRIDGE WOMEN’S WI

9:30am-11:30am at Dunston Pre-School Playgroup, Dunston. £2.00 per week.

Including a drink and snack for both parent and child. Plenty of toys for children. Everyone welcome, mums, dads, grand parents or childminders. For more info call 07870 467360.

7:30pm start at the Methodist Church Hall, Penkridge. New members and visitors welcome. For more information contact Sandra on 01785 712468.

BOWLS CLUB EVERY MONDAY

2pm to 4pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre.

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 Flt. Lt. Lee Sharples on 07932 258629 or email, oc.2415@ aircadets.org PINFOLD PINK EVERY 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

From 4.30pm at Penkridge Medical Practice. Breast Cancer Support. For further details contact Jan at the centre on 01785 711124.

WORK CLUB 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

2.15pm - 4.15pm at Penkridge Library.

Help & advice to find employment.

Suitable for ages 16+. Free.

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

wednesday of the month with the exception of August and December.

Refreshments provided. Come along and meet us.

EVERY 2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9.15am - 12.15pm in term time at the Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge. An early years playgroup for children aged 2-5 years. Funding for 2, 3 and 4 year olds available. Find us in Room 13 at the Haling Dene Centre. For more info call Kelly on 07900 684 277.

EVERY 1ST MONDAY OF THE MONTH

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Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 713839. Learn how to master you digital cameras and take great photos.

American Contra & traditional square dancing. From 8pm - 10pm at Wheaton Aston Village Hall (ST19 9NP). For further information contact Mike Whiting on 01952 812601.

STAY AND PLAY EVERY TUESDAY

STAFFORDSHIRE SHAKESPEARE EVERY 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

5:30pm - 6:30pm at Penkridge Library Are you interested in Shakespeare’s writing and life? Why not drop-in to this new monthly group. Suitable for ages 16+. Free admission. New members welcome – no need to book CANNOCK TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD EVERY 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

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.

CRAFT GROUP ALTERNATE WEDNESDAYS

10am-12 noon at Penkridge Library.

Bring your own craft items that you are working on at home and finish them off while having a natter and a coffee. Free No need to book. Please contact the library on 01785 712916 for further information.

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.

7:30pm-9:30pm at St. Luke’s School, New Penkridge Road, Cannock. Be part of a nationwide organisation, share fun and friendship with like minded women.

Contact Gill on 01543 506347.

WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

PENKRIDGE RAINBOW CLUB

YOUTH 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

EVERY 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

7:45pm to 10pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 712676. Come along and join in.

EVERY THURSDAY

6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.

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

DAYTIME BINGO EVERY THURSDAY

1pm - 3pm at the Brewood British Legion.

7 games for less than £5. Tea and coffee available. All are welcome.

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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.

CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT

see www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ring Gren on 01902 850175.

£7.50. For information and tickets contact 01902 652992. www.pennsingers.org.uk.

WHIST DRIVE

CHURCH EATON VILLAGE FESTIVAL

EVERY SATURDAY EVENING

SATURDAY 11TH JULY

7:00pm prompt. At Pencric, Tildesley Close, Penkridge. New members welcome.

Enquiries to Bill & Chris on 07707 930500 or Doreen on 01543 505043.

Bike ride, street dancing, live music and much more. If you would like more information on this event visit www.facebook.com/churcheatonfestival

LOLLIPOP THEATRE ARTS

ST MICHAEL’S SCHOOL SUMMER FAYRE

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.

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

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

EVERY SUNDAY

SATURDAY 11TH JULY

10am-1pm at St Dominc’s School, Brewood. Action packed youth theatre group for children & young people aged 6-18. £10 per week. Sibling discount available.

12:30pm at St Michael’s First School, Market Place, Penkridge. Fun for all the family. Lots of stalls, bouncy castle, ice cream, refreshments.

July/August

SATURDAY 11TH JULY

THURSDAY 2ND JULY - SUNDAY 5TH JULY

11:30am-5:30pm at St Mary’s First School, Wheaton Aston. This year we have an ‘American’ theme. Stafford FM will be broadcasting LIVE and we have some great displays including the red dragon monster truck ride plus many more. If you would like a stall, please contact, walscarnival2015@outlook.com

Over 30 beers / ciders, BBQ - Hot Food - on the Friday & Saturday. Live music throughout the weekend. For info see, www.bishopswoodbeerfestival.co.uk

BREWOOD SINGERS

EVERY THURSDAY

SATURDAY 4TH JULY

12pm-1pm at Penkridge Library. NEW! Chess Group – all ages and abilities are welcome. Free, no need to book.

7:30pm at St Mary’s & St Chad Parish Church, Brewood. Brewood Singers plus guests. Tickets are £7 available at the door or call 01902 850377, alternatively buy them online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/brewoodsingers

BABY BOUNCE & RHYME EVERY FRIDAY

10am-10:30am at Penkridge Library.

Songs and nursery rhymes suitable for babies and parents. Free admission. Term Time Only.

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.

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 singers, who are still in education, to come and sing with us.

New members2015 welcome - for details July/August

PARISH CARNIVAL & SHOW

BISHOPS WOOD BEER FESTIVAL

MUSIC FROM STAGE & SCREEN

CHESS CLUB

WHEATON ASTON, LAPLEY & STRETTON

POLICE SURGERY AT PENKRIDGE LIBRARY TUESDAY 14TH JULY

3pm–5pm at Penkridge Library. Free. Drop in session.

MUTT STRUTT SUNDAY 19TH JULY

OPEN GARDEN SUNDAY 5TH JULY, WEDNESDAY 8TH JULY & SUNDAY 30TH AUGUST

The Wickets, 47 Long Street, Wheaton Aston, Stafford, ST19 9NF. Open as part of the National Gardens Scheme. Opening times are 1:30pm - 5pm. Admission is £3, children free. Teas available.

Registration at noon, Mutt Strutt at 1pm at West Park, Wolverhampton, WV1 4PH. Sponsored dog walk to raise funds for RSPCA Stafford/Wolverhampton District branch. Minimum donation of £5 on the day.

CABARET IN THE BARN CHARITY SHOW NIGHT IN AID OF DIABETES UK

BRADLEY FESTIVAL 2015

FRIDAY 31ST JULY

FRIDAY 3RD - SUNDAY 12TH JULY

7:30pm at Wardies Livery, Ivetsey Road, Wheaton Aston, ST19 9QW Featuring top class Midland Cabaret Acts.

Tickets adults £7, children £4. For more info or tickets call 01785 840544 or 07445 328615 or email, info@wardies-livery.co.uk

Fri 3rd July - Quiz evening and supper in Bradley village hall.

Sat 4th July - Sat 12th July- Bradley Church will be open from 11am- 5pm daily and will be full of Arts and Crafts.

Sat 4th July - Village Fete, 2pm-5pm at Bradley Village hall and grounds.

Sun 5th July - There will be a confirmation service in the Church.

Thurs 9th July - Performances from local children.

Fri 10th July - “Kids “ disco in village hall.

Sun 12th July - BBQ and open air service at Priory Farm.

AUGUST SUMMER FUN 5TH-27TH AUGUST

1:30pm-5pm at Stafford Castle. £5 per session inc refreshments. Children’s summer holiday workshops at Stafford Castle. Pre-booking essential. www.staffordbc.gov.uk/heritage PILLATON GARDEN CENTRE KIDS FUNDAY

PENN SINGERS PRESENTS: SONGS FOR A SUMMER EVENING SATURDAY 4TH JULY

7:30pm at Penn United Reformed Church (WV4 5QF) with Paul Roberts. Tickets

SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST

11am at Pillaton Garden Centre, Cannock Road, Pillaton, Staffordshire, ST19 5RZ. Bouncy castle, face painting, kids crafts, raffles, fancy dress competition.

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Summer feature

Why not have a day out to Mere Park Garden Centre this summer!

At Mere Park Garden Centre we have something for everyone. Our Garden Centre carries 1000′s of ranges – there is sure to be something for every occasion.

Why not have a day out this summer and visit our huge plant area where you will be sure to find that perfect plant for your home or garden. Here you will find 1000’s of trees, shrubs, climbers and perennials and much more.

A wide range of indoor and outdoor furniture is available. We are also a premium dealer for Weber BBQ’s and stock a range of their BBQ’s and accessories. Why not join our loyalty scheme? Earn points on every purchase you make! Ask in store for more details.

Situated in our large conservatory, our fully licensed restaurant opens 7 days a week, offering a wide range of homemade food from a fully cooked breakfast, main meals and hot and cold snacks. Food is served all day from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday and from 10:30am to 4:30pm on Sundays.

As well as the vast range of garden supplies, birdcare products and furniture collections available, we also stock clothing and shoe brands such as The Edinburgh Woolen Mill, Regatto, Brantano Shoes and many more.

Coach parties are welcome during the day for lunch or afternoon teas in the restaurant and we can also cater for private parties celebrating a special event. See our website at, www.mereparkgardencentre.co.uk

MERE PARK

FREE RETURN BUS SERVICE

GARDEN CENTRE & RESTAURANT

MON-FRI 9:30am-3:30pm Opening Times Between Newport Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm Sun 10:30am-4:30pm interchange and Mere Park.

tel: 01952 813500

Our Garden Centre carries 1000’s of ranges - there is sure to be something for every occasion.

OUTDOORSTORE LEISURE & CAMPING

Opening Times

Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm Sun 10:30am-4pm

tel: 01952 812795

Garden Centre Restaurant opens 7 days a week, offering main meals and hot and cold snacks throughout the day.

Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm and Sunday 10:30-4:30pm Stafford Road, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 9BY

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Summer feature

The Mess

Summer-Nights Dream

Summer School 2015 presents...

ALADDIN!

3rd - 7th August, St. Dominic’s High School, Brewood. 10am - 3pm daily.

Children aged 4-10 years old welcome!. £70 with siblings receiving £5 discount

Three dates of live music and great food throughout the summer!

Jade & JP will entertain you throughout the summer at our special events evenings

GREEK NIGHT FRIDAY JUNE 26th CARIBBEAN NIGHT FRIDAY JULY 31st NIGHT OF THE 1960's FRIDAY AUGUST 28th

BABY BALLERINA’S PRINCESS SUMMER SCHOOL! 10th - 14th August, Brewood Middle School. 10am - 12noon daily.

Children aged 3-5 years old welcome. £40 with £5 sibling discount.

Discounts available for children attending both weeks. Limited places, early booking advisable.

Contact Miss. Evans on 07896 770084 Email: lucy@lucyevansacademyofdance.co.uk www.lucyevansacademyofdance.co.uk

*Melody Bear Movement is a registered trademark of Jill Ewing

Tickets £25 each including 3 courses Book now to avoid disappointment 01902 851694 IF YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE DATES, THEN ENJOY OUR EXCELLENT TAPAS MENU ACCOMPANIED WITH A JUG OF SANGRIA. OPEN EVERYDAY AND WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY EVENINGS. See our website for menu details facebook.com/themessbistro The Mess 3 Market Place, Brewood, Staffordshire, ST19 9BS 01902 851694

www.facebook.com/jadeandjp

July/August 2015

AT O O M T You have two minutes to find all the words of three or more letters that can be made from the letters above. Plurals are allowed, proper nouns are not. The 6 letter word will always be just a normal everyday word.

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Summer feature

Lollipop Theatre Arts Summer School present…

Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

is available at £120

Monday 10th – Friday 21st August 2015. A two-week

per sibling.

summer school workshop culminating in an

This production marks

evening performance at the Dormston Mill Theatre

an exciting move to a

in Sedgley, Dudley.

professional theatre venue for the talented

Brewood based youth theatre group Lollipop Theatre

youth theatre group directed by Lucy-Ellen Parker

Arts present the smash hit Andrew Lloyd-Webber

and choreographed Helen Stone. Since it’s inception

musical Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor

in 2008, Lollipop has gone from strength to strength

Dreamcoat.

delivering outstanding performances and nurturing some of the most talented young actors,

The summer school will run for two weeks from Monday

singers and dancers in South Staffordshire.

10th August – Wednesday 19th August 9am-4pm at St Dominic’s High School for Girls, Brewood, then onto

Lollipop Theatre Arts Summer School workshop is run

Dormston Mill Theatre in Sedgley from Thursday 20th –

by fully qualified industry professionals who are DBS

Friday 21st August 9am-4pm.

checked and First Aid trained.

For 6-18 year olds. One evening performance will take

To book a place please contact Lucy-Ellen on 01902

place on Friday 21st August at 7:30pm. The total cost of

850788 or 07984 598589. Visit our website at,

the two-week summer school is £130. Sibling discount

www.thelollipoptheatreschool.co.uk.

“One of the best children’s theatre groups in the area is Lollipop Theatre Arts” -­‐Express and Star

Lollipop theatre arts Summer school Present

To book your child’s place Phone 01902 850788 or 07984598589

an amateur youth group production

10th – 21st august 2015

two week summer school theatre workshop culminating in an evening Performance At Dormston mill theatre, sedgley Friday 21st august £130 per child sibling discount available 30

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Summer feature

Malibu Hot Tubs

Official Jacuzzi Megastore Imagine the difference a hot tub would make to your life - you can create a refuge from the challenges of modern life and a revitalising area for enjoying the company of friends and family. Simply find the perfect place for a Jacuzzi hot tub or spa in your garden and begin the transformation, outside and within.

At our UK showroom near Stafford, you can see a fantastic range of Jacuzzis, spas and hot tubs, as well as hot tub accessories and hot tub cleaning and aftercare products. Customers visit our showroom looking for more affordable hot tubs as well as the highest quality hot tubs and Jacuzzis. That’s because our prices are some of the most competitive around and the service and knowledge of our staff is second to none.

Our knowledge of hot tubs stretches far beyond what can be read in the hot tub brochures, allowing us to assist you in the correct choice for your new hot tub or spa.

HOT TUB HIRE

We also specialise in hot tub hire. You can hire a luxury hot tub from as little as £199 for a long weekend.

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Learn how to swim with South Staffordshire Swimming Academy Learning how to swim is a crucial life skill and one that everyone regardless of their age should learn to do.

South Staffordshire’s Swim Academy offers local people of all ages the opportunity to learn to swim for health, safety and for fun.

The academy operates at all four of South Staffordshire’s leisure centres which include Cheslyn Hay, Codsall, Penkridge and Wombourne Leisure Centres. Here are a few reasons that enable us to give new swimmers the best possible start in their Learn to Swim journey: • High quality swimming tuition at affordable prices.

• Lessons from 3yrs up to adults.

• Beginners and non-swimmers to advanced standards.

• Good teacher/child ratios.

• Lessons run throughout the whole year to ensure continual progression.

• Assistants in the water to aid weaker classes and give additional support for swimmers.

What else makes us special?

• Our swim teachers are professionally trained.

• We follow the STA’s international Learn to Swim

programme – one of the most successful ranges of learn to swim and aquatic courses in the world.

• Above all, we make learning to swim FUN, PROGRESSIVE, INCLUSIVE, SAFE AND AFFORDABLE. This means that everybody is: • Encouraged to enjoy themselves.

• Motivated to improve.

• Taught step by step with rewards at every level.

• Supervised within a safe environment.

• Given the opportunity to develop all four swimming strokes.

What’s more, those who enrol get: • FREE swimming for those that pay by Direct Debit.

• FREE Success Tracker.

• One to one lessons available on request (extra charge).

For more information visit www.sstaffs.gov.uk/leisure NEW ENROLMENTS ARE BEING TAKEN FOR 1 WEEK ONLY FROM 27TH JULY. For future enrollments call your nearest South Staffordshire Council leisure centre.

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Woodlands Restaurant a Fine Dining Experience...

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Woodlands Restaurant is an exceptional new Fine Dining experience owned and run by a local family.

Woodlands is based at The Chase Golf, Health Club & Spa and boasts picturesque views over Cannock Chase and the Shropshire Hills as well as scenic views of the golf course itself. New Menu available from1st July. www.woodlands-restaurant.co.uk

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Chillington Hall -

The hidden gem of Staffordshire Chillington Hall is a hidden gem on the Staffordshire/ Shropshire borders between the villages of Brewood and Codsall. The enchanting 18th century Georgian house, is a product of two differing Georgian styles.

The South side built in 1724 by Francis Smith of Warwick, has rooms of an intimate size contrasted with those built on a far grander scale by Sir John Soane some sixty years later. The Saloon, typical of Soane design, features a soaring ceiling topped by a great lantern with beautiful plasterwork incorporating the family coat of arms and motto.

The parkland, landscaped by Capability Brown, incorporates the magnificent lake and its architectural follies. It is accessed from a drive which runs alongside a manmade canal designed to give the impression of walking along a river bank.

Chillington Hall offers guided tours of this magnificent house and our knowledgeable guides will give you an in-depth history of this family home, its ancestors and contents.

A short walk from the Hall, through the arboretum, you will find the Chillington Model Farm. Its octagonal dovecote forms the centrepiece of an 18th century service courtyard including stables, barns, pig sties and acorn roasting house.

The Hall is also available for private hire and has been used for birthday celebrations, civil ceremonies, charity events and more recently as a filming location. Although Chillington Hall is a grand house it retains an intimate charm which makes it an ideal setting for entertaining.

Guided tours at Chillington Hall

The House and Grounds are open for Guided Historic tours on the dates below: 3RD AUGUST - 6TH AUGUST 10TH AUGUST - 13TH AUGUST 17TH AUGUST - 20TH AUGUST Opening times are 2pm till 4pm. Last Entry is 3.30pm.

During our opening times in August 2015, visitors to the House and grounds will be able to purchase refreshments.

On Mondays 3rd, 10th and 17th August we will have Sky Hunters, a local falconer in the grounds with his birds of prey.

Chillington Hall Wedding Open Day Sun 27th Sept 2015 11am – 3pm

Chillington Hall offers guided tours of this magnificent house.

Our knowledgeable guides will give you an in-depth history of this family house and its ancestors, and its contents. After your tour why not explore the grounds with a short walk through the arboretum or for the more energetic there is the lovely 4 mile walk around the 65 acre lake surrounded by woodland and passing follies on the way.

Tel: 01902 850236 Email: info@chillingtonhall.com www.chillingtonhall.co.uk Chillington Hall, Port Lane, Brewood, WV8 1RE

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Penkridge School scoops top prizes in Age UK South Staffordshire writing competition Age UK South Staffordshire Intergenerational Service have been overwhelmed by the standard of entries for their writing competition. The writing competition was open to the Key Stage 1 & 2 pupils in all the schools who currently host an AUKSS Children Matter volunteer.

14 schools entered and they received a staggering 369 entries across both Key Stages.

Princefield First School in Saxon Road, Penkridge is delighted to have secured winners in both categories and will receive a total of £300 in book tokens to be spent in the school library. Jacob and Ellie will both receive a WHSmith’s token of £50. The prizes will be presented

by Linda Chapman at a special assembly at the school on July 8th and Linda will also deliver a writing workshop to the children.

“The quality of the writing and the imagination has amazed us” commented Lisa Hibbert, Children Matter Project Organiser “We asked the children to write about either ‘Granny Beryl’s Soup’ or ‘When I am older’, but the type of writing was left up to them. We received a number of poems and recipes alongside the stories”

The runners up both receive £25 tokens and £50 worth of books for their libraries. These prizes will be handed out by AUKSS staff before the end of term.

“We had the extremely difficult job of compiling a shortlist of 10 in each category” added Project Organiser, Debbie Wilkes “This proved impossible and we finally settled on 12 in KS1 and 14 in KS2” After much deliberation the winners and runners up were finally announced on 17th June.

KS1 winner - Ellie Brown (age 6), Princefield First School, Penkridge.

Runners up - Amelia Long (age 7), St James Primary School, Longdon.

Erin Bates (age 6), St Michael’s First School, Penkridge.

KS2 winner - Jacob Green (age 9), Princefield First School, Penkridge.

Runners up - Talisa Dobb (age 10), John Wheeldon Primary Academy, Stafford.

Faith Youd (age 11), Jerome Primary, Norton Canes.

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In addition to the main prizes above, there is an AUKSS prize which will be awarded to the Age UK SS Favourite story. All staff based at The Roller Mill in Penkridge voted for their favourite and the winner of this prize is Harrison Horan at St Leonard’s First School, Dunston. Harrison will also receive a prize and Age UK SS have arranged a second writing workshop at the school by Linda Chapman as part of his prize.

Judge author Anne Fine was delighted with all the entries she read “Something must be working well in Staffordshire schools, because the standard surprised me” she enthused, “These entries are a good deal better for the age groups concerned, than any I have judged for quite a while. Everyone should be really pleased about that.”

Author Linda Chapman, also a judge, is looking forward to meeting

the young authors and has provided personalised feedback for all the shortlisted children. “What lovely entries” she said “I found it very difficult to make a definite decision” The winning stories will be published on the Age UK SS website. www.ageuk.org.uk/. southstaffs. Due to the standard of entries the team have decided to publish all the long listed entries in a book which will be compiled over the summer. Copies will be given to all the children whose work appears.

The Children Matter Project recruits volunteers over the age of 50 to help out in local schools.

Intergenerational Project Lead, Nigel Barrett explained “The main idea behind the project is to make sure that every child has the chance to read to an adult in school, to provide extra help to the class teacher to achieve this. We are delighted to have recruited over 100 volunteers so far across Staffordshire over the last three and a half years”. For information phone 01785 788 484.

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Specialist Recruiters invites you to their open day

22nd July 2015 10am-4pm Join us at: Centrix @ Keys, Keys Business Village, Keys Park Road, Hednesford, WS12 2HA Find out how we can support you and your organisation. Refreshments included.

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We are currently seeking properties in PENKRIDGE, ACTON TRUSSELL, BREWOOD, COVEN, WHEATON ASTON & STAFFORD to add to our portfolio.

Email: sales@little-mansions.co.uk lettings@little-mansions.co.uk Visit our website at, www.little-mansions.co.uk

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Summer is here and with it a brand new looking MAGG Home Services. we have revamped our image and hope you like it!

Here at MAGG we love the summer, long days, light nights, BBQ’s in the garden and lazy days in the sunshine.

Why not make more Bme for yourselves this Summer and let MAGG Home Services take care of your garden and home maintenance.

We are extremely busy this month with Gu,er and conservatory cleaning, so if you would love to have family get together in your conservatory but need to get rid of the moss please give us a call.

At MAGG Home Service we offer the help you need to keep your garden looking Bdy all year round, whether it be a one off service to Bdy and weed or a regular gardener to keep your garden at its best, MAGG can help.

Maybe you would like a brand new paBo or perhaps something you have always dreamed of having, like decking, fencing or lighBng to entertain your friends and family in style.

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Golf – Not just a rich man’s game!

Wolverhampton based Golf Complex 3 Hammers seem to have found the elusive secret in getting more people into the game of golf.

With 4 full time PGA Golf Professionals, the Coven based Complex is attracting both men and women into learning a new sport with the success of their unique beginner golf programme. The Professional Golfers Association and England Golf both recognise the 3 Hammers Golf Academy Learn 2 Play Golf courses as the best example of learning the sport.

Get into Golf is an initiative carried out with hundreds of golf clubs throughout the UK to introduce new people to the game of golf. The 3 Hammers Golf Complex have topped the charts with their very own version of the “Get into Golf” programme. Rob Bluck said “we have created the ideal formula and environment for people to learn the game of golf and we are delighted that our achievements have been recognized by the governing bodies of the sport”.

Over 350 new students got into golf at the Coven based venue last year and they have now introduced new levels of their unique beginner programme to cope with high demand. Voted as the Number 1 Golf Development Centre in Staffordshire

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by England Golf – 3 Hammers remains as the first point of call for affordable golf for all the family.

And women think so too! Last year saw a huge number of ladies taking up the game with 55% of all new students being female. The 3 Hammers devised their Learn 2 Play Golf Programme taking students through 4 levels of golf tuition in weekly 1 hour sessions. The attraction for golfers being that the programme is affordable at only £20 for a 4 week course with all equipment provided and that the 3 Hammers is open to everyone.

Golf Academy Director Rob Bluck said “Our students enjoy learning in a fun, relaxed, friendly environment and with ample indoor and outdoor facilities at the 3 Hammers the successful Learn 2 Play formula continues even in inclement weather”.

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A first-class prep and pre-prep school in Newport for boys and girls 2 to 11. ISC Accredited ISA.

Castle House School “A Happy Place for Learning” Bursaries available to help with fees

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St Michael’s CE (A) First School Fantastic New Nursery

The Governors at St Michael’s First School are proud to announce the opening of the school Nursery at Market Place, Penkridge

St Michael’s Nursery will be a safe, happy and inclusive place where learning is fun and our children can enjoy their first steps in their learning journey. All this will be underpinned by faith and belief.

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DSN ACCOUNTANTS Your Local Accountancy Firm

DSN Accountants Limited is a firm based in Staffordshire and offers a full range of accounts, taxation and business advisory and support services to a wide range of businesses and individuals.

DSN Accountants is an established Accountancy firm in the Staffordshire area serving clients throughout Staffordshire and the West Midlands. Drawing on the years of experience gained with top accountancy firms we offer the complete range of audit, accounting and taxation services for solo traders to small and medium sized businesses.

DSN Accountants offers the knowledge, expertise and service of the larger firms but with

a more personal service at much lower rates. DSN Accountants are a small friendly firm that can offer the quality services of the larger firms at just a fraction of the cost.

Services: • Statutory Accounts • Statutory Company Audits • Company and Personal Tax Planning • Management Accounts • Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • CIS Returns • VAT • Payroll • Business Start-up’s With a portfolio of clients in the local community that spans many industries and sectors such as, manufacturing, retail, investment

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A beautiful selection of wall and floor tiles for your home Established for over 30 years

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Cannock Heating & Plumbing can replace your boiler with a modern, cost effective combination or sealed system boiler.

Our experience, professionalism and reputation is your guarantee of the best possible service. When it comes to heating and plumbing, trouble free installations, repair and servicing doesn’t have to be a pipe dream!

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Dream facilities for Penkridge Junior FC Youngsters secure dream result with £500,000 grant Young people and the wider community in and around South Staffordshire will soon benefit from a brand new synthetic football pitch and refurbished changing rooms.

Nearly £500,000 has been granted to Wolgarston High School from the Premier League & The FA Facilities Fund, which is delivered by the Football Foundation, and Sport England’s Inspired Facilities Fund, to build a new third generation (3G) artificial grass pitch (AGP) and upgrade the school’s changing facilities.

Cllr Mary Bond, Cabinet Member for Environmental Services, South Staffordshire Council said: “This project is an excellent example of public and private organisations coming together for the good of people in South Staffordshire, and I look forward to seeing it progress.”

Penkridge Juniors FC, Stafford Rangers Juniors FC, Wolgarston High School, South Staffordshire Council and Staffordshire County Council secured the money, which will create state-of-the-art facilities for local football clubs.

The changing rooms will be upgraded to accommodate a multitude of local sports clubs and teams that currently use the leisure centre, including those that travel to use the facilities from the surrounding Black Country.

The site will play host to the majority of Penkridge JFC and Stafford Rangers JFC’s training and fixtures, and the Mid Staffs Junior Youth League will use the site for Mini-Soccer fixtures at Under 7 to Under 10 level.

Wolves Community Trust will also use the pitch on weekly basis to deliver coaching sessions and inclusion projects.

Funding for the scheme has come from two sources.

The Premier League & The FA Facilities Fund has provided £342,803 for the pitch, while a further £150,000 has been given by the Inspired Facilities Fund for the changing rooms.

Cllr Ben Adams, Cabinet Member for Learning and Skills at Staffordshire County Council commented: “This grant award is great news and means more people in South Staffordshire and beyond will have greater access to a wide variety of sports, be able to learn new skills and enjoy healthier, more active lifestyles.”

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Norman Mence, Chairman, Penkridge JFC, added: “As Penkridge Juniors enter its 30th year, what better way to celebrate than seeing ideas come fruition thanks to hard work that is a credit to our Club, all partner organisations and the local community. This project will provide an outstanding opportunity for the Club with players being able to train and play on one of the best facilities in the region, and ultimately allow the Club to fulfil its development goals of adding Under 21 and adult teams to its roster.”

Philip Tapp, Headteacher, Wolgarston High School, observed: “The school and local community will benefit immensely from the much improved facilities, which will also be available to the public and local community sports clubs. We are convinced that the project will help to inspire a new generation of sports men and women in the South Staffs area and beyond.”

The funding will be further boosted by an extra £320,000 from Penkridge JFC, Stafford Rangers Juniors FC, Wolgarston High School, South Staffordshire Council and Staffordshire County Council.

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New platform for wildlife centre in Stafford Nature lovers have been taking advantage of a new boardwalk at a picturesque spot in the centre of Stafford Town.

Residents and visitors have been using the new viewing platform on the Kingsmead Marsh Local Nature Reserve to study flowers and other wildlife - especially during the recent sunny spells.

Previously, people were unable to access the marsh area which runs alongside the busy Queensway in the middle of town.

The boardwalk is made from recycled plastic and leads to a small viewing area which has a hand rail around it. An information sign by the entrance indicates a variety of wildflowers and birds that can be seen on the reserve.

The reserve is managed by the Borough Council and the viewing platform was installed by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.

More information about the site can be found at: www.staffordbc.gov.uk/kingsmead-marsh

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Local optometrist saves pensioner’s sight after routine eye exam Colin Evans, a retired NHS worker from Penkridge is thanking a local optometrist for saving his sight after a regular eye exam indicated a serious health condition.

David Elks, optometrist at Carolyn Parker Optometrists in Penkridge detected signs of glaucoma and referred him to a local accident and emergency unit, where Mr Evans was discharged without any further treatment.

Adamant his patient’s sight was at serious risk, David referred Mr Evans via his GP to a specialist at County Hospital in Stafford who discovered he was suffering from advanced glaucoma. Without David’s insistence and the treatment Mr Evans received at the hospital, the situation could have caused blindness.

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Mr Evans said: “I’m extremely grateful for the incredible care I received from David and his team.

It’s down to him I still enjoy full sight in both my eyes today. I’d urge everyone to go for regular eye examinations, it could potentially save your sight.”

David commented: “Colin had high pressure in his eyes which is a warning sign of glaucoma. Increased pressure presses on the optic nerve, causing damage to sufferers’ eyesight. Glaucoma can affect anybody, but the risk is substantially higher for the over 50’s and people of Asian or African-Caribbean backgrounds.

“The best way to reduce the risk and ensure your eyes are healthy is to go for regular eye examinations.

At the practice we’ve invested significantly in the latest technology and equipment, such as a 3D retinal scanner. This enables us to provide enhanced services to detect any eye issues such as glaucoma in their early stages.”

To book an appointment with Carolyn Parker Optometrists call 01785 713861, or simply drop into the practice on 4 Crown Bridge, Penkridge.

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Open Gardens in Penkridge We are opening our garden for the National Garden Scheme on Sunday July 5th from 11am - 5pm.

The charge is £3 per person (children free) and the proceeds go to numerous charities including cancer support and the Marie Curie cancer care.

In addition plants are for sale

and home-made teas in aid of the Local Air Ambulance.

The address is 4 Dene Close, Penkridge,Staffordshire ST19 5HL. and is signposted from the A449 in Penkridge. Phone 01785 712580.

including a long ‘rainbow border’.

It is a medium –sized garden of many surprises. Vibrant colourthemed herbaceous areas

If you are able to include any of these details in your publication we would be grateful.

Many different grasses and bamboos creating texture and interest in the garden. Attractive displays of many unusual Hostas shown for effect theatre style.

Visit the garden at 4 Dene Close, Penkridge, ST19 5HL on Sunday 5th July between 11am and 5pm.

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Ken Price & Son (Cheadles Garage) Limited All vehicles serviced & repaired M.O.T’s Petrol, Diesel & E.C.U Diagnostics Air conditioning service Tests, Re-gas Tyres & Exhausts at competitive prices Tel: 01785 713799 Email: ian@kenpricegarage.co.uk www.kenpricegarage.co.uk July/August 2015

Tel/Fax: 01785 712203 Stafford Road, Penkridge, Staffs, ST19 5AS 77

Useful Numbers Emergency Services Police station (Non-emergency calls) National Gas Emergency National Grid Electrical Emergency Severn Trent Water Emergency

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Health/Medical Care Penkridge Medical Practice Brewood Medical Practice Stafford General Hospital North Staffordshire Hospital Cannock Hospital New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton NHS Direct

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Councils South Staffordshire Council Staffordshire County Council Wolverhampton City Council

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Village Halls/Libraries Penkridge Library Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge Peace Memorial Hall, Penkridge Brewood Library Brewood Jubilee Hall Bishop’s Wood Village Hall Dunston Village Hall

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Travel Travel Line National Rail Enquiries

087120022 33 08457484950

712916 714157 089546 850087 851303 924546 715833

Schools Wolgarston High School, Penkridge Penkridge Middle School

01785 78840 01785 355545

Brewood Middle School Marshbrook First School, Penkridge St Michaels First School, Penkridge St Leonards School, Dunston Princefield First School, Penkridge St Dominic’s High School St Marys Primary School, Brewood St Marys & St Chad’s First School St Marys School, Wheaton Aston Castle House School, Newport Chase Grammar School Vernon Lodge Preparatory School

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Places of Worship St Marys R C Church, Brewood St Michaels Church, Penkridge St Johns Church, Bishops Wood St Mary’s & St Chad’s Church of England

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TREE AND HEDGE WORK Domestic and Commercial Grounds Maintenance Free quotations Chris Jones Qualified and Insured

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