The Penkridge Advertiser - June 2015

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Contents Penkridge Fun Run The Mottey Meadows Hay Festival Pencric Hair & Beauty and Edgar’s Restaurant Open Day New vintage upcycling business comes to Penkridge

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Hospice’s BIG Summer Walk gathers pace Home & Interior: The kings of bling

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Community pride recognised

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What’s On

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Wordsearch puzzle

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Your voice, your choice at Wolgarston High School

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Try Owens Carpets for outstanding value and service

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Kids puzzle page

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#Stylehunters comes to The Guildhall Shopping Centre

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Recipe of the month

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Lapley LiberTeas

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Exploding the myths about Rotary

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Golf tips from 3 Hammers Golf Academy

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Beer of the month

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Penkridge Rainbows

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Bishops Wood Beer Festival

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Crossword puzzle

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Cake and bake

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Finance: Saving for children

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St. Michael’s Church Fete

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Sudoku puzzle

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Throw a bloomin’ great tea party!

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Health: Top tips for healthy teeth

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Useful Numbers

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Garden: Making a pest of themselves

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M.A.G. Group Home Services

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Age UK- You Change Lives!

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Future events at The Haling Dene Centre

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Bradley Festival 2015

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The Mottey Meadows National Nature Reserve Hay Festival, Saturday 20th June 2015 If you are a regular reader of the ‘Advertiser’ you will remember my April article, drawing attention to our fritillary walks on our National Nature Reserve on the outskirts of Wheaton Aston.These have successfully taken place and were very well supported by the local and wider community. I now want to draw your attention to our other main event, our HAY FESTIVAL on Saturday 20th June, to which you are cordially invited.

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The previous article outlined why the Nature Reserve is so important nationally and internationally. It is run by Natural England (and has been since the 60’s) and is not only an SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) but is also protected by European law as a SAC (Special Area of Conservation) It has been described by the Floodplain Meadows Partnership (Open University sponsored) as one of the five most important lowland floodplain meadows sites in the UK - 95% of these have already disappeared, so what we have here, is a very rare survival from medieval times. It is also the most northerly habitat for the nationally rare and stunningly beautiful snakeshead fritillary, still growing in the wild.

growth that will become the summer haycrop. By mid June the meadows reveal their full glory with a sea of dark crimson heads of the great burnet, rising above ragged robin, knapweed, and other hay meadow specialities such as orchids, pepper saxifrage, meadow rue, meadow thistle and saw wort.

This, in turn, will provide the sweettasting hay for which the meadows were and still are famous. When horses were the main method of transport, their owners were keen to feed them the very best Wheaton Aston hay and this continues to this day, as it still provides fodder for horses, including local police horses.

Although the fritillary walks have now taken place, you STILL have the opportunity to view the meadows at their most spectacular.

This is because after the fritillaries fade, they are succeeded by the traditional flowers, that those who are fortunate to have lived in the countryside, remember so well ladysmocks and marsh marigolds which dominate for a while, before disappearing amongst the taller

As I stated at the beginning of this article, you will have the opportunity to participate in guided walks into the meadows on June 20th, these being led by Natural England’s senior reserves manager, Mel Brown and an expert botanist.These activities will form a part of our Hay Festival event (to be held on June 20th, 12pm-5pm) on Weate’s Meadow. Entry is free and you can park at St Mary’s school, Wheaton Aston, where you can take the free

tractor ride from the school or walk (follow the arrows!).

We had 600 plus visitors last year and this years’ event will be even bigger and better! As well as the walks into the meadow (£3 per person, children free and free if you become a member of FOMM, see details below), we have numerous activities including wildlife displays (bats, hedgehog rescue, bee keeping) birds of prey, ferret racing and the opportunity to get ’close and personal’ with the ferrets and learn more about them, scything displays, plant stall, pony rides, coconut shy and other stalls, cakes and other refreshments, raffle, sensory trails and much more.

Please note, entry onto the reserve is only usually allowed through the guided walks, this is to protect ground nesting birds and to protect farmers’ stock. If a permit is required, it can be obtained from site manager Mel Brown. There is a permissive path mown that you can follow between the end of June and the end of August.

Dogs on leads please.

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Friends of the Mottey Meadows We are here to help raise awareness of this rare and special place on our doorsteps, not only in Wheaton Aston, but also the wider community at large. We occasionly undertake practical tasks to maintain the site. We are about to engage in a summer long butterfly monitoring survey as we did last year, this being part of the national survey, which will be ongoing for a number of years.

We raise funds to help Mel and Natural England stage our annual Hay Festival in June (see above!).

We have bought and installed our attractive hand carved noticeboards on the village hall and by the Shropshire Union canal. We have bought gates and a bridge to provide better access to the site.

We have applied for a variety of grants, including one to reinstate an ancient hedgerow.

We also run social and fund-raising events such as quizzes, ceilidhs and treasure hunts. We have been to the red kite centre in the Brecon Beacons and have very recently visited the great North Meadow at Cricklade. Here we were greeted by the town criers and the High Bailiff along with site manager Anita, and treated to a special guided tour to see fields full of fritillaries (they can get half a million!), followed by a cream tea. We are putting on a free barbecue on 15th August at the Sports Club in Wheaton Aston for all our members (80+) to meet and socialise.

Membership is £5 per person and £10 for a family annually.Benefits of joining are free guided walks (instead of the £3), badge or fridge magnet, newsletters, visits to other reserves such as Aqualate (Shropshire) and Chartley Moss.

Also to attend social events.

If you need any further information on anything discussed in the article, please contact any of the following:Mel Brown: 01952 812111, melbrown@naturalengland.org.uk Wes Weate: 01785 840826, chris.weate@btopenworld.com Phil Elson: 01785 841657 Ruth Green: 01785 840054 Look forward to seeing you on June 20th!

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Edgar’s Restaurant & Pencric Hair and Beauty Salon invite you to celebrate their 1st year of opening with an open day!

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FRIDAY 29TH MAY & SATURDAY 30TH MAY AND SUNDAY 31ST MAY. Move over Gok Wan, the Guildhall Shopping Centre’s style experts will be offering free fashion tips and advice at the exclusive #Stylehunters “What’s Your Style?” event.

Meet the style gurus and get inspirational advice on colour, make-up, hair and style that will be tailor-made for each customer. If you feel indecisive, nervous or reluctant to shop and unsure as to what style and colours suit you, then this opportunity to speak to experts is just what you need.

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growth of online shopping, so it is imperative for retailers to be innovative and think creatively to survive and compete.

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Steve Moran, Management Surveyor at DTZ who manage the Guildhall Shopping Centre said “It can be challenging to create events that will appeal to a wide range of customers but #Stylehunters “What’s Your Style?” ticks all the boxes. It is suitable for all ages and abilities, will offer terrific prizes and encourage interaction between our customers and our stores”.

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Enter the Mannequin Challenge! Mums, dads and children can join in the fun to see if they can stylishly dress a mannequin in under 3 minutes! The winners will be chosen by a public vote from all the pictures posted on the Guildhall’s facebook page.

107.3 Stafford FM will be supporting us with live radio roadshows, hosted by Breakfast presenter, Stu Haycock. There will be plenty of chances to win spot-prizes in our fun competitions. There will be music and giveaways throughout the event including free 12 month subscriptions to Staffordshire Living Magazine.

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Lapley LiberTeas

Sunday 14th June 2015, 12.15pm – 5.00pm “Lapley Church Restoration Fund”, LCRF, is a charitable organisation set up to raise money for the maintenance and future developments of the 10th Century Church of All Saints. Our intention is to update the church facilities so that it can also be used as a Community Centre. After losing our “Village Pub” we are left with no other place to socialise and keep our community together.

We hold many events to this end, e.g. Harvest Lunches, Burns’ Nights, quizzes, marquee lunches, scarecrow trails, flower festivals, the list is endless. We intend to celebrate the 800th Anniversary of the Magna Carta in the grounds of our beautiful ancient church – or inside if the weather dictates.

There will be lots of activities for children and adults.

The cost of entry will be £5 for adults and £3 for children between 5 and 14 years. This will include a cream tea for adults and a cake and soft drink for children. You can also being a picnic to eat alongside our refreshments.

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Come and join our Family Fun Day with the opportunity of making a bishop’s mitre, a crown, knight’s helmet, colouring pictures, hobby horse jousting, brass rubbing, designing a shield. There will also be a history trail around the village as well as side stalls. The bell ringers will be in the tower giving demonstrations (at set times) for you to watch, and the Rector will be in the stocks cheerfully waiting for you to throw, from a distance, “warm wet sponges”!!! Come and join us, folks, pay at the gate.

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Penkridge Rainbows 1st and 2nd Penkridge Rainbow guides have

to mention the outdoor games, crafts and a very

been having lots of fun this year. They didn’t

special teddy bears picnic, let’s keep our finger

think that they would be able to top our visit to

crossed for some good weather!

see Santa at Ash End Farm at Christmas but we did with a Frozen sing along at the Haling

Rainbows Look, Learn, Laugh and Love, but most

Dene Centre. The Rainbows got to dress up in

of all they have fun! Rainbows are girls aged five to

their Princess outfits and met Olaf and Elsa, the

seven who follow a programmes called the Rainbow

adults helping out had just as much fun as the

Jigsaw, through which they can take part in lots of

Rainbows.

different activities.

They have also learnt about different countries and

There are currently places available in the 1st

even learnt some French, then there was the annual

Penkridge Rainbow Guide unit, which meets on

Easter Egg hunt and now we’re learning all about

a Friday at 5pm at the Haling Dene Centre, if you

pets. As part of this the Rainbows held their own

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see and hold lots of animals and learnt about how to look after them - that was great fun.

There are still lots of things to look forward to during the Summer term including their trip to Trentham Gardens for the County’s Rainbow World Tour, not

For more information contact Sara on 07896 713122 or Jackie on 01785 714244.

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Please read: It has come to our attention that there is a local man trading under the names “The Drive Cleaner” and, or “The Drive Cleaner 4u” and, or “The Drive Cleaner Staffordshire”. Please be advised, these company names are in no way associated with ourselves. To avoid confusion, we advise you to contact us directly.

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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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At DSN Accountants we consider all clients equal and offer the same prompt, efficient and quality service to all our clients whether they be a local builder or plumber right up to the larger limited companies we service.

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A home visit at a convenient time.

For more information & appointments call:

0845 678 7010 Visit our website:

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Wills, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Will Storage, Estate Planning and Guardianship Trusts.

Protected by Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Goodwills Legal Services Ltd. Members of the Society of Will writers. Legal Services Ltd

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Upgrades to Existing Systems Servicing/Breakdowns and Powerflushing Landlord Safety Certificates Renewable Energy Installations Dry and Wet Solid Fuel Systems 20+ years Experience

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Armchair Mortgages Ltd

In business since June 2000, we are delighted to state we never sold PPI and have no complaints registered against our name. We are proud of the professional and ethical service we offer and are happy to visit you anytime between 9:00am and 9:00pm or we can conduct business by telephone and email. You will not be disappointed with the service we provide.

Our Services

• Residential & Commercial Mortgages • Buy-to-let Mortgages • Re-mortgages

• First Time Buyers • Life Assurance & Critical Illness Cover • Business Insurance/

Protection • Mortgage Protection • Building & Contents Insurance for Residential

Properties & Landlords • Income Protection • Accident, Sickness & Unemployment

Cover • Secured Loans • Pre-paid Funeral Plans • Over 50’s Life Assurance

We can also offer most types of insurance for tradesmen and businesses.

Head Office: 60 Foxfields Way, Huntington, Cannock, WS12 4TA

YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE

Tel: 01543 571016

Email: armchair@uwclub.net

We are directly authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, registered number 612752

Website: www.armchair-mortgages.co.uk

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Mr. Samy Selvanayagam BSc PT, MSc PT, MCSP Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist Director- DizzyCare Clinic * BPPV is a form of vertigo that can be completely cured by vestibular rehabilitation

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MistyNet Photography Portrait Photography where you come first Our portrait photography is naturally of the highest standard but our service to the client is outstanding: • 24/7 telephone answering so you never have to talk to voicemail.

• Full, free, no obligation client consultation to discover what’s best for you.

• Choose our state of the art studio or location shoot.

• Free A3 print with every sitting, or a £10 discount on print purchases.

• Fully costed quote before you choose to confirm booking.

• A local firm with a qualified photographer.

• Personal handover of photographs to ensure you are satisfied.

So for photography with a personal touch, call Chris on 03450522839 or email: chris@mistynet.co.uk

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Joinery that truly measures up

MBL LANDSCAPES LTD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

- Paving & Patios - Driveways - Garden Design & Planting Schemes - Fencing & Gates - Garden Maintenance - Commercial Grounds Maintenance Here at Joinery (Stafford) Ltd we manufacture bespoke windows, doors, staircases, conservatories and barn conversions plus repairs and restoration for listed buildings and heritage work.

HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF - FULLY INSURED AWARD-WINNING LANDSCAPERS

Call us on 01785 242 337 to arrange a free initial survey and quote

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Joinery (Stafford) Ltd Tilcon Avenue, Stafford, ST18 0YJ www.joinersinstafford.co.uk joinerystafford@hotmail.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.

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

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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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Professional highly trained arborists excelling in all aspects of tree management.

Services include: • Felling • Pruning • Dismantling • Woodland Maintenance • Stump Removal • Dangerous or damaged trees dealt with.

We also specialise in hedge trimming and maintenance.

Domestic & commercial contracts.

Full public liability insurance & NPTC City and Guild qualified.

• We have the perfect range of

aggregates, decorative gravels and bark to add texture and colour to your garden, drive or pond.

• Local family run business

established over 20 years.

• Local free delivery

Call for a free no obligation quote on 01785 660991 Brocton Business Park, Cannock Road, Brocton, Stafford, ST17 0SU www.rjgravels.co.uk Open 7am - 5 pm Monday-Friday and 7am - 11:30am Saturday

For a free no obligation quote call 07896 121102 or 01889 200066

Visit our website at www.staffordtreecare.co.uk or email us at info@staffordtreecare.co.uk

PIPER NURSERIES

& PLANT CENTRE, GAILEY • Buy fresh off our nurseries from growers since 1947 of bedding plants, shrubs, roses, pot plants etc.

• Tomato and vegetable plants now ready.

• Bulbs in stock.

• Hanging Baskets, Bedding Plants, Geraniums, Surfinias, Fuchsias etc all ready now!

Sundries and compost available!

• Landscaping • Garden decking • Patios • Summerhouses & Gazebos • Block paving • Turfing

Cyril’s Tearoom & Vintage Emporium IS NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Open every day, 10am-4pm.

• Drives & patios cleaned

OPEN ALL OVER BANK HOLIDAY

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Open 9am-5:30pm (Mon - Sat) & 9am - 4:30pm (Sun) The Nurseries, Watling St, Gailey, ST19 5PR

Tel: 01902 790233

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MARWOOD PROPERTY SERVICES

• Tree stumps removed

Find us on Facebook: Marwood Property Services

Call Simon for a FREE no obligation quote Tel: 01785 715817 Mob: 07828 127792 Email: abickford079@aol.com

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Home Services SUMMER IS NEARLY HERE!!

Here at MAG Home Services, we offer a comprehensive range of services, such as gardening, general property maintenance and all types of electrical work. We are extremely busy, helping our valued customers geFng their homes and gardens ready for Spring and Summer. Whatever your needs and requirements are we have the soluEon that’s right for you!

If like many you’re not green fingered and preparing your garden for summer seems a complete nightmare, stop right there. Whether your garden requires a full makeover or a short back and sides, we can help!

Have you dreamed of having some feature lighEng, decoraEve features, a new paEo area or perhaps some decking in your garden? Let us help you turn your dreams into reality.

Why not call us today to arrange your free consultaEon? If it’s important to you, it’s important to us!

Did you know along with all of our services such as gardening, landscaping, fencing and gu<er cleaning, we also offer a wide range of electrical services in a professional, friendly, reliable and cost effecEve manner. Take a look at some of the electrical services available; Full Rewiring, refurbishment or upgrade of exisEng electrics Fuse Boards AddiEonal Sockets Internal LighEng Garden and Ornamental LighEng Security and Flood LighEng Electric Showers Security and Burglar Alarms

Please call us here at MAG Home Services on 01785 711088 / 01785 712351

Home Services

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The One Stop Shop for all your home requirements: • Windows, Gu<ering & Facia Cleaning • Grounds Maintenance • Property Maintenance • General DIY Services • Electrical Services • Garden Design & Landscape • General Gardening & Fence ErecEng • Security Light FiFng also intruder & fire alarms

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You Change Lives!

Age UK It’s National Volunteers Week 1-7 June, and it’s a great time to say a Big Thank You to all the volunteers across South Staffordshire who pitch in, and make a difference to the lives of the local community. We salute you all!

If you do any volunteering or voluntary work at all, formal or informal, you probably already know what you do can change lives.

If you are considering doing some voluntary work within the community, no matter how small you think it might be, you will improve the life of someone in your area. How good is that! If you want some other good ideas to help you (or someone you know to get involved, here’s a few ideas.

Every person counts!

Age UK South Staffordshire has a great range of volunteer opportunities, for further information www.ageuk.org.uk/southstaffs or

We have over 300 volunteers and there are lots

telephone 01785 788 496/483 or 472

of reasons for giving up their time. Here are some of the reasons why people volunteer: Top ten of volunteering 1. It’s good for you (and it’s not a salad!)

It can reduce stress and can make you healthier!

2. It can make more of existing resources.

3. Volunteers can gain professional experience – might help in job hunting.

4. It brings people together and it can be very good fun, you can make real friends.

volunteer?

5. It promotes personal growth and self esteem – you can use existing skills.

have lots of opportunities in different areas 6. Volunteering strengthens yourWe community.

7. You learn a lot.

8. You get a chance to give back.

9. Volunteering encourages responsibility.

10. You make a difference. Thank you.

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provider of Temporary and Permanent workers,

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At Twin Pine Recruitment we strive to match the relevant expertise of our candidates to client’s

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Twin Pines Recruitment have first hand knowledge and experience in its field of services and are fully aware of the demands and challenges it presents.

It is our intention to set our standards high and to provide permanent and temporary candidates who

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The Haling Dene Centre Cannock Road, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5DT Tel: 01785 714157 www.penkridgeparishcouncil.co.uk

The Haling Dene Centre is a Grade II listed building, built in 1841 and set in picturesque grounds.

Ideal location to hold your ceremony, reception or a birthday celebration, We have a large function room with dance floor and stage, leading to a marquee, which can take the atmosphere of your wedding/party/engagements/anniversaries out into our wonderful gardens.

Private afternoon hire is also available for functions or Evening Private/Executive Dinner Parties together with Conference and Meetings The Haling Dene Centre provides a fully licensed public bar on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday – 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm Our Function Room and Lounge/Buffet Rooms are licensed for the Consumption of alcohol.

Enquiries to Reception or email, reception@penkridgeparishcouncil.co.uk

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Future Events

June - Cheese and Wine Tasting, 7.30 pm – Tickets Only Saturday 13th June - Church Fete Sunday 28th June - Penkridge Fun Run Wednesday 8th July - Mystic Kaz Sunday 19th July - Rugeley Power Station Brass Band, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Sunday 23rd August - St John Brass Band, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Wednesday 23rd September – Padian Cookery Demonstration – Tickets Only June 2015

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Bradley Festival 2015 The festival will kick off on Friday 3rd July with a quiz evening and supper in Bradley Village Hall, (ST18 9DY).

From Saturday 4th to Saturday 12th July the Bradley St. Mary and All Saints Church will be open from 11am- 5pm daily and will be full of Arts and Crafts.

Saturday 4th July will see the Village Fete in full swing between the hours of 2- 5pm, located at the Village hall and grounds, with lots of stalls including Splat the Rat!, Tombola, hook-a-duck, sweetie stall, bran tub, ice cream vendor, the fire service stadia, pre-loved stall, plants, books, CD’s, DVD’s, jigsaws, bottle stall and raffle etc. Inside the Village Hall, cream teas will be served whilst

local business will be selling crafts, millinery jewellery, crystal healing and cakes etc. The Red Lion pub will be joining in the fun as well by providing a BBQ, a mobile petting farm and a collection of beautiful owls.

On Sunday 5th July there will be a confirmation service in the church.

On Thursday 9th July, the local children will “Have a go” at doing whatever kind of performance makes them happy!

On Friday 10th July there will be a Kids Disco in the hall.

Finishing on Sunday 12th July, with a BBQ and open air service at Priory Farm.

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!

• Specialists in the installation of combination boilers.

• Approved Vaillant combination boiler servicing.

• 7 year boiler guarantee with an option to extend to 10 years.

• Range of spares, repairs and servicing.

• Gas Safe Registered No: 11814 • Landlords certificates issued.

• Established over 30 years.

• 24 Hour answering service.

Installations - Maintenance - Breakdowns A.C.O.P. Approved. Registered & Approved for Unvented System Installations.

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A beautiful selection of wall and floor tiles for your home

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We remove all kinds of stains, grime, oil marks, moss, weeds, tyre marks and graffiti using natural high-pressure specialist equipment. We also offer driveway sealing, tarmac restoration, deck oiling and much more.

Some of our Cleaning Services • Driveways • Patios • Forecourts • Oil Stain Treatment • Decking • Fences • Weed Removal • Commercial Services • Car Parks • Gutter Cleaning • Tennis Courts Professional Services at Affordable Prices FREE Demonstration Fully Insured Residential / Commercial References Available

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Hospice’s BIG Summer Walk gathers pace With the early bird discount for bookings at the brand new Katharine House Hospice BIG Summer Walk just over a week away, the registrations are coming in fast. Over 100 have already registered already for the walk taking place on Sunday 28th June.

Taking advantage of the great British summertime, there’s something for everyone at this brand new fundraising walk. With no Midnight Walk or Winter Walk this year, The BIG Summer Walk is hotting up to be the biggest event of the year.

The event, which is being held at Marquis Drive on Cannock Chase has two routes from 5 miles for fun to a 10 mile challenge and is anticipated to be the hospices biggest fundraising event of the year. The event is sponsored by Afsystems carpet and pressure cleaning, Angel Homecaring and Mercedes Benz Drayton Group.

there will be a prize for top fundraiser as well as a prize draw for anyone raising over £30. Interested walkers

James Lunney hospice Event Fundraiser says; “Over

can book by phone on 01785 270808 or online at the

100 supporters have already registered and we expect

Hospice website www.khhospice.org.uk follow the fun

there will be hundreds more by the early bird deadline of

on Facebook – Katharine House Hospice, Stafford. If

1st May. With it being our only walk this year we hope

you would like to volunteer to help on the day call the

hospice supporters will come together to make this the

Fundraising Team on 01785 270808 or email

biggest hospice event of the year to help us to continue

fundraising@khhospice.org.uk

to provide free care services at the hospice and in the community. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic social event

Katharine House Hospice has been providing free

and we’ll be hosting a BIG Cuppa at the event as well

care and support for adults and their families across

as having stalls and entertainment. Supporters can

Mid-Staffordshire coping with a progressive illness

really make a day of it and go for an optional summer

since 1989. 9000 local patients and their families have

themed fancy dress and have a picnic at the end!”

benefited from its care services over the last 25 years.

The walk costs £12.50 to enter but if you register by 1st

community to help generate 75% of funds needed to

May it’s just £10. Children under 16 years old

run its range of vital services.

The hospice relies upon the generosity of the local

accompanied by an adult are just £2. Registrations close on 24th June – on the day registrations will be

For more information, interviews

charged £15 per person.

and/or photographs please contact James Lunney on 01785

James says “we encourage walkers to gain as many

270808 or alternatively e-mail

sponsors a possible – every penny raised really makes

jlunney@khhospice.org.uk

a difference to the lives of local people and this year

For information contact James Lunney on 01785 270808.

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Community Pride Recognised A bee society in Stafford were among the winners at the 2015 Pride in Your Patch Awards.

Stafford Borough Council run the initiative which recognises community spirited residents who make a difference by cleaning, tidying or carrying out other tasks to make their area look attractive.

The Staffordshire Wild Bee Group won the Action in the Community group award for their bee conservation efforts across the borough, which include providing wild flower beds to help the species pollinate.

Residents are nominated for the awards by councillors before judges look at the benefit and importance of their environmental projects, the originality and innovation, how sustainable they are and how suitable they would be to run in other areas.

In the other awards Joe Poultney from Barlaston was the individual winner for producing colourful displays of plants in his community throughout the seasons, and the ‘Inspiring Others’ award went to Gerald D’Arcy,

from Penkside, for engaging fellow residents with local newsletters, planning future improvements and organising events in the area.

Cabinet Member for Environment and Health, Councillor Frank Finlay, said: “Congratulations to all those who were nominated for this year’s awards. It’s great to see the unsung heroes in our borough recognised after our councillors received nominations from residents, community groups and parish councils.”

Local Worcester Accredited Installers

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Bespoke Sofa Manufacturer & Re-Upholstery Specialists Family run business established since 1946

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ACE ROOFING LLP SPECIALISTS IN ALL TYPES OF ROOFING • FLAT ROOFS • TILING • SLATING

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MICRO-CHIPPING SERVICE NOW AVAILABLE for your Cats, Dogs and Rabbits for just ÂŁ10 on site with discounts for multiple pets.

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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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

BOWLS CLUB EVERY MONDAY

STAFFORDSHIRE SHAKESPEARE

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

EVERY 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

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

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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.

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

EVERY THURSDAY

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.

6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.

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

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.

DAYTIME BINGO EVERY THURSDAY

PENKRIDGE PARKINSONS UK SUPPORT GROUP 4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

10:30am-12:30pm. at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge. Meetings on the 4th

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.

scheme to PAY 15-18 year old singers to come and sing with us. New members welcome - for details see www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ring Gren on 01902 850175.

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.

CHESS CLUB

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

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

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.

EVERY SUNDAY

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.

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

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SUMMER FAIR AND ARMED FORCES DAY SATURDAY 27TH JUNE Free admission. At the Royal British Legion club in Stafford, 76 Eastgate Street, Stafford ST16 0NG. For more info call 01785 276048.

June

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER AT THE MECURE STAFFORD HATHERTON HOUSE HOTEL SATURDAY 27TH JUNE

Interactive murder mystery evening.

3 course dinner with entertainment.

Adults only, £24.95 per person. To book tickets contact 01785 712459.

MOTOWN AND SOUL NIGHT FRIDAY 5TH JUNE

PENKRIDGE FUN RUN

7.30PM till late at the Royal British Legion club in Stafford, 76 Eastgate Street, Stafford ST16 0NG. £4. For more info call 01785 276048.

SUNDAY 28TH JUNE

LADIES NIGHT AT THE MECURE STAFFORD HATHERTON HOUSE HOTEL

Register now online at www.penkridge.roundtable.co.uk.

Race starts at 11am, fun day until 3pm with BBQ and over 30 stalls run by local community groups and schools, entertainment and bar.

SATURDAY 13TH JUNE

Drag artist, male stripper ‘Extreme’, special offers on cocktails, resident DJ. Adults only £9.95 per person. For tickets call 01785 712459.

ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH FETE SATURDAY 13TH JUNE

1pm-4pm at the Haling Dene Centre.

Entertainment from local groups, coconut shy, bric-a-brac, homemade cakes, bouncy castle, football penalty shot outs and much more. Tickets will be on sale for the grand draw at the fete, in the village prior to the fete opening.

LAPLEY CHURCH RESTORATION FUND FAMILY FUN DAY SUNDAY 14TH JUNE

SOCIETY OF RECORDER PLAYERS SOUTH STAFFS BRANCH

10am-5pm open each day. Wide selection of antiques, art, collectables, curios, vintage and retro finds. £5 adults, £3 concessions. www.antiquesfairs.com

LOLLIPOP THEATRE ARTS

EVERY THURSDAY

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

19TH/20/21ST JUNE

WHIST DRIVE EVERY SATURDAY EVENING

CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT

BOWMAN ANTIQUES FAIR

12:15pm-5:00pm at Lapley Church. Come and join our Family Fun Day with the opportunity of making a bishop’s mitre, a crown, knight’s helmet, colouring pictures, hobby horse jousting, brass rubbing, designing a shield. There will also be a history trail around the village as well as side stalls. The bell ringers will be in the tower giving demonstrations (at set times) and much more. £5 entry for adults on the gate, £3 for children (aged 5-14), cream and cake or soft drink included.

July BISHOPS WOOD BEER FESTIVAL THURSDAY 2ND JULY - SUNDAY 5TH JULY

Over 30 beers / ciders, BBQ - Hot Food - on the Friday & Saturday. Live music throughout the weekend. For info see, www.bishopswoodbeerfestival.co.uk BRADLEY FESTIVAL 2015 FRIDAY 3RD - SUNDAY 12TH JULY

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.

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

7:30pm at Penn United Reformed Church (WV4 5QF) with Paul Roberts. Tickets £7.50. For information and tickets contact 01902 652992. www.pennsingers.org.uk.

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Your Voice Your Choice Wolgarston High School On Thursday 7th May, Our

voters 18 to 25 turnout being

Library held its own Mock

low it is important for them to

General Election. It was

understand and experience the

transformed into our very own

process,” said Miss Edwards

polling station for the day.

(Inclusion Manager, Teacher of

Students and staff were

PE and English).

encouraged to come down and vote before school, during break time and lunch time.

At tutor time some of our Year 10 and Year 9 students took part in a debate of whom they would vote for and why other people should vote for them. “It was brilliant to see all of the students discussing what they thought about politics. They had really interesting and varied ideas about politics and the different

Throughout the day we held discussions and activities

voting options,” said Miss Ballance (Second in English).

At precisely 2pm the polling station closed in our Library and the votes were counted by Miss Roberts (Learning Resources Centre Administrator).

“It was so much fun transforming Our Library into a polling station

engaging students to talk about

and being part of the General

with each other about what they

Election in our own way, I would

think of UK politics and how it

like to thank all students and

affects them. “Politics is how

members of staff who have taken

we run our country which is a

part, together we will able to see

democracy and the parties are

the similarities and differences we

Labour, Green Party, UKIP,

share as individuals and as well

Conservatives and Liberal

as a country,” said Miss Roberts.

Democrats,” said Katie Higham (Year 9 Student).

“Our current Prime minister is David Cameron, I can relate to the conservatives, if you elect someone else it means the last five years would be wasted,” said Jake Parker (Year 10). “It was brilliant to engage the students in politics as they will be voters in up and coming years and with

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Early trade Friday 8.30am - admission £7/person

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All enquiries Telephone. 01274 588505 www.antiquesfairs.com

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Exploding the Myths about Rotary Why join Rotary?

• If you want fun, friendship & fellowship.

• If you want to give back to your local community.

• If you want to make a difference.

There are several Rotary Clubs in the local area.

In Stafford alone there are three clubs; one meets for breakfast, one for lunch and one for an evening meal.

MYTH - It’s a secret society TRUTH – There’s nothing secret about Rotary MYTH - It’s a male only society TRUTH – Rotary is open to both men and women MYTH -You have to be older to join TRUTH – As long as you’re over 18 you can join MYTH - It’s only for rich businessmen TRUTH – Rotary is open to all MYTH - I don’t have the time TRUTH – You can make a meaningful contribution without dedicating hours every week.

For more information contact any Rotary Website or: Gary Sharpe - 01785 249765 or Janet Stubbs - 01785 213868.

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Bishops Wood Beer Festival 2015 will be the 9th year of The Bishops Wood Beer Festival. The 2014 festival was a huge success, the most popular so far.

Every last drop of cider was drunk, all the bitter was necked. That’s not bad when you consider there was over 30 different beers and ciders! There was just a few drops left of the darker ales when the door closed, late on the Sunday afternoon.

The festival is run by enthusiastic volunteers who try to make improvements year on year. All the beers and ciders are tasted before being selected, absolutely nothing is left to chance. Nobody likes a dodgy drink, the staff included - so they don't just order in any old stuff.

This years festival will have over 30 beers and ciders and will see lots of live bands over the weekend, one on the Friday night, “Bishops Woodstock” featuring Planet Rock. Three acoustic shows on the Saturday afternoon, “All Acoustic Sixties”, “Beatles Tribute” and “Old Red Eyes” (Old Red Eyes is a Housemartins/Beautiful South/ Paul Heaton tribute). There will also be another full live

Or for more information contact Chris via email at: chris.mountain@hotmail.co.uk If you have any ideas, wish to suggest a good Ale or if you want to get involved, feel free to email Chris.

Volunteers get some free beer!

Bishops Wood Village Hall

local favourites and well known party and rock anthems.

Beer Festival 2015

The will also be extra choices of cider this year, well,

Thurs JULY 2nd - Sunday JULY 5th

band on the Saturday night, “FATMAN ALLEY” playing

at least a couple extra...maybe more! One cider that will be available is called “Happy Hour” and Mr Paul Heaton himself (the one and only ex-lead vocals of

Over 30 Beers and Ciders

www.bishopswoodbeerfestival.co.uk Thursday (2nd July) - Taster Night - Easy & Relaxed

Friday (3rd July) - Live Music - BISHOPS WOODSTOCK - Get ready to rock !!

Housemartins & Beautiful South) has sent a message to say he is only too pleased to give Bishops Wood Beer Festival and “HAPPY HOUR CIDER” his blessing.

Saturday (4th July) Afternoon - THREE Live Acoustic Music Shows ;

Mixed Sixties / Acoustic Beatles / Beautiful South & Housemartins

There will also be plenty of bottles available - with many options to choose from.

The price will be four beer tokens for £6. You can use your tokens on any day over the weekend, so if you have a couple left in your pocket... Just pop back and use them the next day!

Saturday NIGHT - MORE Live Music - Time to turn up the volume for

FATMAN ALLEY

Party Anthems - LOCAL FAVOURITES - Top band playing Top tunes Sunday (4th July) afternoon - The wind down - Nice and Laid back

BBQ - Hot Food Available - Friday & Saturday Don't forget to check the website for regular updates.

For the latest news and updates on this years beer festival visit, www.bishopswoodbeerfestival.co.uk

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The Mess Summer-Nights dream

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

tickets £25 each including 3 courses.

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St Michael’s Church Fete The venue for this year’s church fete is again the beautiful lawned gardens of The Haling Dene Centre, Cannock Road, one of the village’s historic Grade II listed buildings.

In keeping with the village tradition the fete queen will officially open the event and will then visit all the stalls accompanied by her attendants.

The fete will start at 1pm to allow patrons to take advantage of the barbecue which again will be manned by members from Penkridge Round Table.

This year entertainment will be provided by the musicians from Staffordshire Performing Arts, St. Michael’s school choir, Penkridge Tae Kwon Do Tigers, Dene Dance School and The Morris Men. Other planned stalls for the afternoon include coconut shy, bric-a-brac, face painting, homemade cakes, plants, tombola, books, darts, bouncy castle,

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The date is Saturday June 13th, the gates open at 12.30pm and refreshments will be available during the afternoon.

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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

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Schools Wolgarston High School, Penkridge Penkridge Middle School

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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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D’S PLUMBING & HEATING

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Free quotations Chris Jones Qualified and Insured

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Ben Grimley Electrician

• New/additional lighting • Repairs • Consumer units

• New installations • Rewires • Extra sockets

Tel: 07917 193937 or 01785 598355 8 Kenilworth Close, Penkridge, ST19 5HA Email: grimsterben@hotmail.com

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M. Bissell Trees and Hedges

All Tree & Hedge Work Undertaken Full Public Liability & N.P.T.C Qualified For a FREE quotation and advice call:

01785 824410 / 07968 421434 info@mattbisselltreework.co.uk

07809 115 338 01902 851 580 Call Richard for quotes & advice.

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