The Penkridge Advertiser - October 2017

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Contents Win a pair of tickets to see Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

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Penkridge W.I September meeting update

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Recipe of the month

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Wolgarston High School are community champions

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What’s on at Penkridge Library in October

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Farm prepares for first ever pumpkin crop

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Staffordshire children set to learn life saving skills

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Halloween wordsearch puzzle

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Radfield Homecare

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Staffordshire’s Biggest Gastronomic Gathering

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Stylish buys at Hush Boutique

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What’s on

Staffordshire Police: Halloween and bonfire night

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Rosemary Hale’s Art Group Art Exhibition

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National Trust Staffordshire Upcoming Talks

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Crossword puzzle

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Cannock Friends of St Giles

Every journey starts with a single step

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Cannock Soroptometrists - V Festival clean up 2017 61

Penkridge Runners win best “Run Together” award

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Angels watching over me

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FSC Investment Services Limited

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Sudoku puzzle

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New luxury retirement development coming soon

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Useful Numbers

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Halloween inspired crafts and activities

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The Monckton Recreation Centre changes its name 34

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Win a pair of tickets to see Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde Blackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park, presents The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

by Robert Louis Stevenson Adapted for the stage by Nick Lane Doctor Henry Jekyll is a good man. Successful within his field and respected by his peers, he’s close to a neurological discovery that will change the face of medical science forever. However, his methods are less than ethical, and when a close friend and colleague threatens to expose and destroy his work, Jekyll is forced to experiment on himself, whereupon something goes very wrong…or very right. And suddenly Jekyll

has a new friend, the brutal Edward Hyde.

A thrilling adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s dark psychological fantasy, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde immerses you in the myth and mystery of 19th century London’s fog-bound streets where love, betrayal and murder lurk at every chilling twist and turn. Gripping, stylish and thought-provoking, this is unmissable theatre. Go on...treat your dark side!

“One of the most innovative, audacious companies working in contemporary English Theatre” The Stage “MARY SHELLEY WOULD HAVE LOVED IT” - Daily Express

We have a pair of tickets to give away to see Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at the Lichfield Garrick Theatre on Monday 13th November at 7:30pm. To enter, simply answer the question below correctly and send it on a postcard to: Meeson House, 76 Pinfold Lane, Penkridge, ST19 5AP or via email to: info@thepenkridgeadvertiser.co.uk before Wednesday 1st November 2017. Please include your full name, address and telephone number on your entry.

Question: Who was the original writer of ‘The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’? a) Robert De Niro b) Robert Louis Stevenson c) Robert Downey Jr

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Terms and conditions One winner will be picked at random and will receive 2 adult tickets for the show. The performance date and time is Monday 13th November 2017 at 7:30pm at Lichfield Garrick Theatre. Tickets cannot be exchanged and no cash alternative prize nights available. Winners may be required to partake in relevant publicity. Please ensure your entry is submitted before Wednesday 1st November 2017 to be in with a chance of winning. ALL entries must include your full name, contact telephone number and address. www.thepenkridgeadvertiser.co.uk | 01785 318619

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Wolgarston High School Are Community Champions A regional builder has given a cash donation to a Penkridge high school to help it improve its library for pupils. Wolgarston High School received £1,000 after applying to Persimmon Homes West Midlands to become one of its Community Champions. The builder chose the school to benefit from its monthly match-funded donation.

can socialise and learn together. “It is a safe place for some and a place where students are able to excel more through the support of staff. In one school day, up to 100 students use our library because it is open from 8am until 5pm. We cannot thank Persimmon Homes enough for their support in helping local youngsters.”

The builder, which has its headquarters in Wolverhampton, is building Lyne Hill Meadow in the town, a collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes. Stephen Cleveley, director-in-charge for Persimmon Homes West Midlands, said: “We strongly believe in supporting the communities where we build.

Therefore, we are delighted to be able to support Wolgarston High School in this way and help local youngsters strive to achieve their academic goals.”

Mr Cleveley added that they receive many worthy applications every month, and urged charities who had not been successful to apply again. To nominate and to find out about the terms and conditions people can visit www.persimmonhomes.com/charity

Staff and pupils at the school have been working hard to raise money to buy new books for the library as part of their fundraising work, with money raised also going to good causes such as Cancer Research UK and Comic Relief. Learning Resources Centre Administrator Sarah Roberts said: “Our library is an extended learning hub for our students. It is a place where students of different backgrounds and abilities

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National Trust Staffordshire Centre Upcoming Talks Programme Reviving Trentham’s Historic Gardens and Landscape

and Macadam. He will then explore the growth of the

Tuesday 10th October

and coaching inns. He will also talk in detail about the

Michael Walker, Head of Garden and Estate, will give

impact of the rapidly-expanding transport system on

us a back ground to Trentham’s history and how its past has influenced its contemporary revival . He will talk about the most recent projects including the new plantings which have recently been introduced and designed by Michael Dunnet, who is best known for his

Royal Mail service and its impact on stage coaching

places like Stone, Lichfield, Stafford and Eccleshall. In order to try to paint a picture of life during this Golden Age, included will be many contemporary anecdotes and descriptions of day-to-day experiences.

work at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Remembering the Swinging Sixties

The Golden Age of Stage Coaching

Our speaker Mike Watkins will take a light hearted

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look at people, things and events of the 1960s. He will

Our speaker will talk about transport difficulties in the

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Staffordshire children set to learn life saving skills in nation’s biggest first aid lesson St John Ambulance, the nation’s leading first aid charity is calling on primary schools across Staffordshire to get involved in the Big First Aid Lesson 2017 on Friday 3rd November.

Hosted by BAFTA winning ‘Secret Life of Boys’ star, Reece Buttery, the hour-long programme will be streamed live into classrooms across the country free of charge and will cover a range of first aid topics, with particular emphasis on burns and firework related injuries. how important first aid can be in an emergency,’ said Reece.

‘We know schools are time-pressed but the Big First Aid Lesson Live is free, easy to join, and could help to save a life. We hope teachers everywhere sign their classes up and get involved.’

The only equipment schools need to take part is an internet connection and a screen for their pupils to watch in the classroom or during assembly.

This year’s Big First Aid Lesson is aimed at primary school students and is timed perfectly to make sure the children have an awareness of the dangers of Bonfire Night, and what to do in the event of an accident.

There will also be live demos, incredible real life stories, chances for students to ask questions, and other interactive elements.

The charity is urging teachers to sign up online at www.sja.org.uk/bigfirstaidlesson to help meet its aim of teaching a quarter of a million students vital life saving skills.

Reece is following in the footsteps of ITV This Morning’s Dr Ranj who presented the lesson to thousands of students and teachers in 2016 and will make a guest appearance this year.

St John Ambulance’s national training delivery manager schools, David Nicklen said: ‘The Big First Aid Lesson Live is an accessible, easy to learn, and fun resource - students will finish the lesson feeling confident they could one day be a life saver.

‘I encourage all schools to take part so their pupils don’t miss out on this exciting and educational event.’

To sign up your school to the Big First Aid Lesson Live, or for more information visit www.sja.org.uk/bigfirstaidlesson

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To ensure our services are carried out to the highest standards, we rely on our dedicated and brilliant office staff and carers to ensure our clients receive the highest quality person centred care and their loved ones are kept up to date and reassured at all times. Teresa James is the Registered Branch Manager for the Stafford Branch, and has worked at Radfield for over 3 years. With vast experience in the care sector, the branch is in capable hands with Teresa overseeing all activities.

Jody Royster, Care Coordinator, ensures that our clients are happy with the care they are receiving and that all of our carers are kept up to date with news, policies & training. Jody commented, “I’ve worked in the care sector for over 17 years; it makes me feel like I have done something worthwhile every day.”

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Stylish Buys at Hush Boutique If you love quality, unique, stylish clothes and accessories, then you’ll adore Hush.

The independent Brewood-based boutique has an array of wonderful clothes and accessories by Italian, French and German brands that have been personally chosen by Hush owner, Lisa Smith.

Having over twenty years’ experience in the fashion world, as well as having a natural sense of style, Lisa is able to select a contemporary easy-to-wear collections that suit ladies of all shapes, sizes and ages.

As Lisa explains: “I believe that every woman should find and embrace their own style and enjoy their clothes, whether they’re 19 or 90 years old and a size 10 or 22.”

Having developed her eye for style by working for top high street brands over 17 years, Lisa knows exactly what works best for each individual lady allowing her to offer a personal styling experience for her customers.

“I absolutely love working with my ladies and I really enjoy making them feel good by helping them to style their look.”

Hush offers a number of high quality brands at very affordably prices, with the vast majority of items priced below £75, set in a laid-back and relaxed shopping environment.

“Owning my own boutique was always my dream, so I’m incredibly passionate about what I do and I really enjoy spending time with my ladies.”

Thanks to her welcoming approach and bubbly personality, Lisa has developed a great relationship with her customers over the three years Hush has been established.

“I’ve made friends with many of my ladies and I regard them as much more than just customers.”

“We recently moved to an amazing new building in Market Place, which we completely renovated and re-deigned.”

Any stylish shopper will approve of the new premises and will of course, be drawn to the gorgeous collections on display; including Hush’s to-die-for range of accessories.

“We’ve got a beautiful selection of Italian leather handbags and some really unique ranges of jewellery.”

“I travel to London to visit shows where I have the opportunity to view the new season’s styles, colours and collections. It also enables me to forge good relationships with brands from all around the world.”

So, whether you fancy treating yourself to some retail therapy or maybe a brand new look for autumn, make sure that you visit Hush Boutique today!

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Halloween and Bonfire Night Staffordshire Police

The festivities around Halloween and bonfire night are always good fun but it is also a time to make sure that children are kept safe.

Not all adults enjoy Halloween and it can be quite frightening for people who are older or more vulnerable.

Younger children taking part in Trick or Treat activities should always be supervised by an adult to keep them safe and to prevent them distressing people who do not want to take part. Only call on friends, family or neighbours - ideally this should be arranged in advance.

Make sure all children can be seen as it gets dark. Have each child carry or wear something lit, such as light up shoes, a flashlight, glow bracelet or necklace, or flashing attire to be seen on a dark Halloween night.

Whilst recognising and celebrating history on Bonfire Night it is important to remember that fireworks, although fun to watch, can cause serious injury and damage. Bonfires can quite easily get out of control. The highest number of firework related injuries happen at family or private parties.

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Every Journey Starts with a Single Step!

“Learning to Nordic Walk was great fun. It has given me, the opportunity to make new friends, with the benefits of increased fitness and energy levels and the opportunity to explore new parts of Cannock Chase. I would recommend you try it” Pam, Brereton “Nordic Walking has changed my attitude towards exercise. I love the Walks with Simon and will attempt any of the challenges set with increased confidence.

My fitness levels have improved and I can now get to the top of all the hills without stopping, I could not have done this 10 months ago” – Diane, Penkridge.

“I started walking with Simon in Nov 16, since then my fitness has really improved and all his challenges are adapted for all levels of fitness. The social side is fantastic and have now met many new friends who have joined either on their own or with friend or partner” - Kath, Penkridge.

Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking but burns 46% more calories whilst improving posture and general movements. Chase Nordic Walking has now been going just under a year and the club continues to grow each week.

After 22 years in the Military working alongside physiotherapists as an Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor, exercising in this environment really suits my unique skill set. We exercise using the benches, trees, bridges and hills (oh, we do like a hill!) but all done in a very safe, fun and friendly way.

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A few things that will happen when you start Nordic Walking with us: 1. You will get to know the Chase, why should you limit yourself to the same walk because you either don’t know the area or feel unsafe to do it on your own.

2. You will feel great for the rest of the day and sleep better.

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4. You will find yourself downloading fitness apps because you want to start measuring your distances and improvements.

5. You will experience the changing seasons and witness the true magic of Cannock Chase.

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Penkridge Runners win Best “Run Together” Group Award!

Penkridge Runners win the Best “Run Together” Group Award in the West Midlands for 2017.

The winner of this award was selected by England Athletics following a strict nomination process.

The successful nomination was put forward by Carly Breeze. Carly, an original member of the group, recently sent the following message to her team mates...”I just wanted to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for giving me a group of not only friends, but people I can consider family. Your dedication and hard work every week, enabled me to relay my passion for the club to the judges at England Athletics. I am so proud of myself and everyone in the club for this achievement.

The results over the years have spoken for themselves with many members completing their first ever race before incredibly progressing to an enduring 26.2 miles... a full marathon which prior to joining the club they had considered this to beyond their wildest dreams.

Many members have smashed their personal best achievements since joining the club.

Martin, 56 says “The success of the club is a result of the fantastic group of people who are committed and support each other week in week out.

Penkridge Runners was initiated 3 years ago by Martin Leek (Coach LiRF) who was keen to share his knowledge and passion for the sport with others . The group caters for both beginners & experienced runners through the England Athletics “Run Together” programme.

For the beginners it is a chance to get fit and join a group of like-minded people of the same ability, with the option of running their first ever 5k, 10k, Half or even full marathon.

For the experienced runners it is the challenge of increasing their endurance, speed and overall fitness; this is achieved through individual training plans aimed at improving performance and helping them become the best they can be at their chosen distance.

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New luxury retirement development coming soon to Stafford Stafford residents looking to downsize yet retain their independence will be able to with ease, as the town will soon play host to a brand new development of luxury independent living apartments from specialist developer, Adlington.

With some exceptional views overlooking the Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve and due for completion during February 2018, the £11m Brooklands House development will feature 55 - one, two and three-bedroom apartments for those aged over 65. all needs, as circumstances change.

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Each of the spacious private apartments will include generous living and dining areas, with modern, fully-fitted kitchens. Many feature en-suite shower rooms and separate bathrooms and most have walk on balconies or a patio area overlooking beautifully

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In addition, the building will host a table service restaurant, a hairdressing salon, spa and therapy room, activities room, guest suite and elegant homeowners’ lounge.

The development is unique in the fact that everything is offered under one roof yet independent living is encouraged and promoted as much as possible.

On site care Adlington’s real point of difference has to be the optional and flexible, 24-hour on site care and support if it is ever needed which is provided by the company’s partner MHA (Methodist Homes) who have been providing care and support for more than 70 years. There will be a sophisticated emergency call system and security video entry for added peace of mind.

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Purchasers are supported through each step of their move from help with de-cluttering, to a complimentary handyman service. And don’t worry, the thoughtful internal design of the apartments means that there’s still plenty of space!

Those looking to move into a low-maintenance, energy efficient home should visit our Marketing Suite at Brooklands House while there are still properties available as a number of off-plan reservations have already been taken from eager purchasers.”

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Halloween inspired crafts and activities at Penkridge Library “Creepy Creatures - Halloween inspired crafts and activities based on creepy creatures and beastly bugs!”

Join Forest of Mercia CIC for 2 hours of family crafting fun for Halloween using natural and recycled materials where possible. They are aimed at parents and carers with children of all ages.

Penkridge Library

Wednesday 25th October at 10:00-12:00pm There is a cost of £1 per child, to cover materials, but adults take part for FREE Contact Penkridge Library for more information or to book through the Staffordshire County Council Contact Centre, on 0300 111 8000.

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The Monckton Recreation Centre changes its name!

So why are we doing this and where did it all start?

Many years ago Major Reginald Monckton bought from the Hatherton’s approximately 6 acres of grass fields without any buildings in Pinfold Lane Penkridge, and let this to his tenant Sid Williams for cattle grazing. During the late 1960’s he let Penkridge FC use it for regular weekend football and on Easter Mondays in 1967, 68 & 69, for the Penkridge Charity Cup. The cows on the land were moved to the rear fields whilst these games were played, watched by several hundred people.

In 1970 the Monckton Recreation Centre, an independent Trust was formed by purchasing the land from and with the support of Major Monckton with the same aim & objects as continue today. “For the purpose of social welfare, recreation, the advancement of amateur sport, and leisure activities with the object of improving the lives of local inhabitants.” The original Charity number was L/859, however the Charity Commission renumbered everything in 1990 it was numbered: 522710. But, that’s not all of it…

Over the years: a) The recreational area has been enlarged by the purchase of 9 acres to a total of 14.5 of adjacent fields. Hedges were removed, several drainage schemes implemented and areas levelled, grass seeded or turfed. b) A permanent building was built in 1975-77 containing a main Hall (large room with a bar), kitchen, toilets, changing rooms, shower room, upstairs lounge with a bar, balcony(fantastic sunsets from the bar). The end wall of the main Hall was intended as temporary structure with the intention of providing a suitable extension. c) Three tennis courts were laid several years ago. d) A large car park with lighting and CCTV.

So why are we changing our name? The Monckton Recreation Centre is constituted by Deed of Trust and is a registered charity. The Trust Property is Private Property and the general management and control for its use are vested in the Management Committee. During the year the meetings of the Management Committee mainly concentrate on improvements, refurbishments, maintenance, usage, finances and administration of the Sports & Recreation Centre.

And the Name - An Act of parliament in April 2011 promoted guidance for better governance of charities and the UK Charities Commission set up a new form of legal entity designed for non-profit organisations like ours in the UK called Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).

f) and an Agreement was made with Penkridge Parish Council for the current usage and equipment on the skate park.

We applied for this status shortly after but were informed only new charities were being set up at that time, and it would be several years before it was ready – now they are – and we are all set up under the new Registered Charity Number of ‘1165608’. With modern day technology many people are searching on their mobile phone and using key words, like “Penkridge”, “Sports”, “recreation centre” and using facebook or other social media – and so that’s what we’ve done. You can see “Penkridge Sports & Recreation Centre(Monckton)” on facebook – and book any of our facilities through emails or check us out on social media.

Currently we play host to a wide variety of users; Outside we have rugby, many local football teams, skateboarding, Petanque(outdoor bowls), tennis, collation and release of pigeons to/from Barcelona, and inside we have Aerobics,

We need lots of volunteers to help with the running of YOUR local Recreation Centre Charity so please get in touch if you fancy putting something back into your community.

e) A lease was taken out with the Staffordshire County Council (Highways) who provided a tarmac car and cycle park on our land adjacent to the railway with pedestrian access to the station and vehicular access via our main gate to relieve locals from the ever-expanding parking issues.

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Yoga, Zumba, Jujitsu, Karate, indoor bowls with the local Phoenix club, private parties, from children’s to 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th, Weddings, and even Wakes. We welcome anyone who wishes to hire the hall or grounds. We even provided camping and facilities for the Medics who served the V-Festival this year.

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Penkridge WI

September Meeting Update Following our August meeting, a group of our ladies served tea, coffee and a wide selection of home

made cakes during the interval at The Haling Dene band concert on 13th August.

There was also a lot of washing up going on in the background! A big thank you to all of you for giving your time and representing the Penkridge WI. The guest speaker at our August meeting was Marion Baldwin, talking on the subject of ‘Hats make the Character’.

This was a mix of her memories from childhood to

and accents, kept us all thoroughly entertained and

more recent times, linking 5 specific hats with dialect and ‘correct’ speech. Her stage career was reflected in her entertaining and dramatic delivery, which

‘Er Up-Atop and Granny Wallon, Er Down Under).

Included in her 5 hats was a war time school cap. She

After her talk, Marion gave a secret of public speaking

went on to tell us about an East End evacuee, living

to sip port, as it coats and soothes the throat. Water

in the West Country, (where Marion lived) writing at

should be avoided as it strips the vocal chords!

school about seeing a cow for the first time.

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening.

“The cow had 6 sides, a mouth at one end to eat with

Our next day trip to Bourton-on-the-Water and

and a brush at the other end to keep the flies out of

Snowshill Manor in October, proving to be very

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Marion did well at school and went on to drama school in London, where she was told to do something about

Friday evening at 7:30pm-9:30pm at The Haling Dene

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She was living in digs with a debutante (often sent to drama schools as finishing schools) and spent months mimicking a high brow, clipped accent. However, she had tried too hard, as she was then told at drama

Our next meeting will be on Monday, 2nd October at 7:30pm in the Methodist Church Hall.

The guest speaker will be Val Rushton and the subject

school that it was too extreme and therefore not

of her talk is ‘Half an hour with Val’.

acceptable. So, she had to unlearn and start again.

Tales about her Mother’s ‘going away’ hat, now almost

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It’s now time for the very welcome return of our Craft Club, after the summer break. This takes place every

her broad West Country accent. It would limit her to

demonstrating Marion’s ability to use her acting skills

listened to a monologue based on ‘Cider with Rosie’, featuring the ‘Grannies in the Wainscot’ (Granny Trill,

captivated everyone’s attention.

100yrs old, and her Grandmother’s funeral hat, both

constantly engaged. This applied especially when we

New members are always very welcome.

You can contact our President, Mrs Sandra Bailey, on 01785 712468 beforehand or just turn up on the night.

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Recipe of the month Chilli Chicken Stew With Halloween at the end of the month, why not plan a ghostly gathering and serve up this hot and spicy chicken stew?

Perfect for filling up hungry trick or treaters!

Ingredients • 1-2 tbsp sunflower oil • 1 large onion, peeled and cut into chunks • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed • 1 small red chilli pepper, deseeded and finely chopped (optional) • 6 large skinless chicken fillets, cut into pieces • 2 x 400g can chopped tomatoes • 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato puree • 2 tsp dried oregano

1. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large, deep flameproof casserole and fry the onion and garlic for 5 minutes until softened and golden.

Add the chilli pepper (if using) and chicken pieces and cook over a medium heat, stirring all the time, until the chicken pieces are lightly browned all over, adding a little extra oil if needed.

2. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato puree, oregano and 200ml water and bring to the boil. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper then reduce the heat, partially cover and simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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What’s on at Penkridge Library in October English Civil War Surgery – A fascinating talk from Pat Bickford Pat Bickford is back at Penkridge Library by popular demand after her hugely successful and well attended talks in the past for a mix of entertaining and gruesome stories about the Tudors.

This brand new talk on surgery during the English Civil War explores the typical wounds and injuries of the Civil War battlefield and surgical equipment and methods used to treat them. As usual Pat’s talk will be illustrated with lots of handling items and props.

A.G Smith’s reading of ‘Experiment 41’ starts at 7.15pm (doors open at 7:00pm) and includes an interval with refreshments.

Tickets (priced at £4.00) are now available from Penkridge Library or you can telephone: 0300 111 8000 and reserve your seat. Booking is essential because the event is expected to sell out quickly.

Pat is a volunteer at Moseley Old Hall and will also be pleased to answer questions about the National Trust and her role there.

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World Mental Health Day Tea & Talk Party!

Penkridge Library Tuesday 10th October at 7:00pm – 8:00pm £3.00 (£2.50 Library members). Booking Essential.

Refreshments provided.

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10th October every year. The day provides an opportunity “for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide”.

Please contact Penkridge Library via the Staffordshire County Council Contact Centre, on 0300 111 8000 to book your place.

Penkridge Library braced for a night of Terrifying Tales this Libraries Week Penkridge Library is getting ready to celebrate Halloween early with an evening of spine-tingling tales on the 12th October.

Acclaimed author A.G Smith whose play ‘An Evening of Delectable Terror’ is about to open in London, will be appearing for one night only at Penkridge Library to read one of his bone-rattling ghost stories.

“This will be the first time I have performed at Penkridge Library and I’m really looking forward to meeting the audience and seeing their reaction. I absolutely love to do a reading in a library, in particular as this will be during a week of National celebrations

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of libraries – Libraries Week, and these performances have always sold out. If you enjoy listening to a good play or a ghost story on the radio, then this is the show for you. There is a real power to listening to someone reading their work aloud. Be warned, you will jump out of your seat.”

This year’s theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is mental health in the workplace. Why not pop along to Penkridge Library for a cup of tea and a chat and browse all our books and information on all aspects of mental health.

Penkridge Library Date Wed 11th October Time 10:00am-12:00pm Contact Penkridge Library for more information through the Staffordshire County Council Contact Centre, on 0300 111 8000.

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Farm Prepares for First Ever Pumpkin Crop The owners of Canalside Farm, near Stafford are beginning to get very excited, as they prepare for the harvest of their first ever pumpkin crop.

The family-run Farm, which is most famous for its delicious strawberries, have been growing their own produce for over 30 years, but have never grown pumpkins before. In May this year, they decided to plant a staggering 1,500 pumpkins, for visitors to pick and enjoy in time for the Halloween season.

Chris Barton, owner of the Farm, said: “We are very excited about our first ever pumpkin crop and hope that people will come and enjoy this new ‘pick your own’ experience as well as the activities we have planned over the Halloween period. The cooks in our café have also been thinking of ways in which they can incorporate pumpkins on the menu and have come up with various dishes such as pumpkin pie, soup and even pumpkin cupcakes! I’ve been out to the field this morning and the pumpkins are beginning to ripen nicely, so we’re hoping that we might even have some in time to launch our new pumpkin cupcakes for National Cupcake Week which starts on the 18th September.”

Pumpkin plants usually give a yield of 2-3 pumpkins per plant, so the Farm could see a harvest of as many as 4,500! But as it’s their first year, they are predicting a more conservative number of 2,000. This will give them an ample number for the public to pick and for their pumpkin carving events during Halloween.

The Farm grows a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, including strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, all of which are available seasonally from their Farm Shop and are used as ingredients in their Canalside Café. The café serves a wide variety of locally sourced food, including produce

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fresh from the Farm and meat straight from their Butchery Counter. It can seat 72 customers inside, plus an additional 40 people outside, on a lovely decking area, overlooking the Trent and Mersey canal.

If you would like to visit, the Farm, Shop and Café are open every day from 9am to 5pm and are located in Great Haywood, just 6 miles outside Stafford. The Farm is situated just off the A51, between Stone and Rugeley or can be accessed via the A518 from Stafford, turning right to Great Haywood (postcode ST18 0RQ).

For further information please telephone 01889 881747 or log onto the their website www.canalsidefarm.co.uk

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Save the date for Staffordshire’s biggest gastronomic gathering!

With the Stone Food & Drink Festival now just 3 months away, food and drink fans are urged to

keep the weekend of Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th October clear in their calendar.

A full week of food and drink related events will take

place in and around the charming North Staffordshire

market town; with local pubs, restaurants and shops all

getting into the festival spirit. From quizzes and themed meals to special offers and evenings of live

entertainment, there will be plenty to enjoy; all

culminating in the county’s biggest foodie gathering on

Westbridge Park from Friday 6th – Sunday 8th October.

be spoilt for choice, with a host of street food stands offering flavours from around the world.

Visitors can browse over 100

stalls to browse in the gourmet

The 2017 Stone Food & Drink festival is planned to

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Top local chefs will be sharing recipes and tips on the hour,

STAFFORDSHIRE’S BIGGEST GASTRONOMIC GATHERING

every hour, in the demonstration

kitchen. Those who fancy getting ‘hands on’ with food can take part in Cookery Masterclasses, which are

bookable online in advance to avoid disappointment,

while in the Talks and Tastings Tent exhibitors will wax lyrical about products ranging from wine and beer

to cheese and butchery demonstrations; with some surprise topics yet to be announced.

Families will find plenty to keep the youngsters busy

too - on festival Saturday and Sunday Professor Panic will put on free circus skills workshops and shows in the Big Top, while KiddyCook North Staffs will offer

free kids’ cookery classes. A fun yet educational foodie

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There is also great live music to enjoy while enjoying a pint from numerous Staffordshire brewers in

attendance; whilst an elegant wine, champagne and

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What’s On...

Regular Events PENKRIDGE FLOWER CLUB

penkridge widows club

stay and play

Every 3rd Monday of the month

every other Monday

every tuesday

7:30pm start at the Peace Memorial Hall, Penkridge. Professional NAFAS Demonstrators doing 5 floral arrangements. Sales Table & Raffle. Light Refreshments. Entrance £5. New Members and Visitors very welcome. Call Margaret, 01785 712113 or Marie, 01785 715445.

at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge.

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

For more details contact Mrs V Jackson on 01785 840256.

9:30am-11:30am at Dunston Pre-School Playgroup, Dunston. £2 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 info call 07870 467360.

air cadets 2415 Penkridge Squadron

Cannock townswomen’s guild

every monday and thursday

7:30pm-9:30pm at Grange Road HQ. 12-17 years, boys and girls welcome. For more info contact 07397 013407 or email, 2415@aircadets.org

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.

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Moo Music Classes

Every 3rd tuesday of the month

Tuesdays

From 4.30pm at Penkridge Fire Station.

Breast Cancer Support. For further details contact Jan on 01785 711124.

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

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

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

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

Penkridge Scout Group at scout hut, Good Station Lane

Beavers Mondays 6pm–7:15pm. (For boys and girls - ages 5 3/4 yrs–8 yrs). Tel: 07816 758258 / Sally Turner or email beavers@penkridgescouts.org.uk Cubs Thursdays 7:15pm–8:45pm. (For boys and girls - ages 8 yrs-10 1/2 yrs). Tel: 07506 768892 / Tricia Adams or email mowhawkcubs@penkridgescouts.org.uk Scouts Tuesdays 7:15pm–9pm. (For boys and girls - ages 10 1/2 yrs-14 yrs). Tel: 07704 896060 / Lorna Smith or email scouts@penkridgescouts.org.uk penkridge women’s wi every 1st Monday of the month

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

Penkridge St John Ambulance All groups meet on Mondays

Badgers - 7 to 10 year olds Cadets - 10 to 18 year olds Adults 18+ For more information about joining phone Pet Hughes on 01785714843 or email sja.org.uk with subject volunteering.

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Penkridge bowling club every Tuesday

10am-12pm at St Michael’s Square, Penkridge. Learn how to bowl or improve your skills. All equipment provided. Wear flat shoes. For further details, just come down and join us or call Ivan on 01785 713327 or Richard on 01785 715970. photographic society 1st & 3rd tuesday of the month

Penkridge & Acton Trussell Photographic Society. Evening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 713839. Learn how to master you digital cameras and take great photos. gardening club Every 2nd tuesday of the month

Evening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785 715640. Learn more about growing your favourite plants.

every 3rd tuesday of the month

penkridge rainbow club Every wednesday

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

Find us on facebook, Penkridge Rainbow Group. penkridge parkinsons uk support group 4th wednesday of the month

10:30am-12:30pm. at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge. Meetings on the 4th wednesday of the month with the exception of August and December.

Refreshments provided. Come along and meet us. new companions club Every wednesday

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.

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.

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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.

to try and develop new skills and crafts. A link with Staffordshire Federation provides further activities like craft fairs and quizzes.

Guests and prospective new members are always welcome. For further information contact The President on 01543 271617 or www.thewi.org.uk/staffordshire

Chair based keep fit

Penkridge civic society

every wednesday

every 3rd thursday of the month

Acton art society Every wednesday

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

Cannock and District Ladies Probus Club every 1st thursday of the month

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

We are open to new members who are welcome to come along to meetings. For more info contact membership secretary 01543 505107 and www.probusonline.org

Yoga classes every thursday

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. youth club Every thursday

6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.

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

7:30pm-8:45pm at Monckton Recreation Centre, Penkridge. Hatha Yoga taught in the IYENGAR tradition. The development of strength, flexibility and stability is gained.

Contact Karen for more details on 07939 551670 or bring along your mat on the day!

baby bounce & rhyme

brewood singers

BRADFORD ARMS FOLK CLUB

Every thursday

8pm onward at Brewood Jubilee Hall.

Popular, forward looking, mixed choral group. For details on joining or bookings call Pat Mumford on 01902 850377. chair based keep fit Every thursday

For over 50’s. 10am - 11am at the Methodist Church, Penkridge. £2.00 per session. Help loosen your joints, to keep you active, healthy and feeling good. First lesson FREE. For more information contact Susan on 01785 788472. women’s institute 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.

CANNOCK women’s institute Every 2nd thursday of the month

10.30am at St. Luke’s Church Hall, Cannock. Meetings will usually include a speaker or demonstrator. W.I. provides educational opportunities, and the chance

October 2017

Every friday

10am-10:30am at Penkridge Library.

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

EVERY FRIDAY

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

PACE 2000 EVERY FRIDAY

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

Including 45 mins of exercise and a 45 min talk/demonstration followed by 30 mins refreshments and chat. We are a very friendly group and welcome men and women to our organisation from all the local areas. society of recorder players south staffs branch

Church Hall. New members and visitors welcome. For information contact Alyson Lewin on 01785 716957 or alysonlewin712@btinternet.com midlands chorale designated saturdays

10am-1pm at Jubilee Hall, Brewood. is a friendly, mixed choir, There are 18 rehearsal per year. The Chorale has a scheme to PAY 15-21 year old students to come and sing with us. New members welcome - for details see www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ring Gren on 01902 850175. whist drive every saturday evening

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

Enquiries to Bill & Chris on 07707 930500.

Jazz Club 90 alternate sundays

Jazz Club 90 is at Albrighton Sports and Social Club, Albrighton, WV7 3QT. Jazz sessions are Sunday’s from 1pm-3pm, usually alternate Sundays but occasional extras! We have traditional jazz, swing, boogie, skiffle and they range from locally to nationally and internationally known bands who play in an excellent room with good acoustics, good prices for drinks and Marie’s famous rolls on sale for lunch!

Admission is £5.00. Check out our programme at www.jazzclub90.co.uk For more info, call 07947 668750.

October penn singers presents in perfect harmony Saturday 14th october

7:30pm at Penn United Reformed Church.

Featuring Phaedra Brickwood. Tickets £8. For tickets 01902 652992. Profits for Compton Hospice.

November pillaton hall farm presents fireworks to music & bonfire!

Saturday 4th November

4pm-11pm at Pillaton Hall Farm, Penkridge, ST195RZ. See page 3 for more details.

COMEDY AND MUSIC NIGHT With DANDY Saturday 18th November

7.30pm for 8.00pm start at the Penkridge Peace Memorial Hall. Tickets £10 to include supper. No bar bring your own. No under 16’s. Tickets from Val Webb on 01785 713284.

every 2nd saturday of the month

2:30pm-5pm at Penkridge Methodist

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J Kelsall Builders Merchants is a family run merchants based close to Cannock. We stock a wide range of building supplies to the trade and public.

We offer a free design and quotation service on our high quality kitchens and bathrooms. We are also able to offer a delivery service within a 10 mile radius.

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Rosemary Hale’s Art Group Art Exhibition Rosemary Hale’s Art Group will be holding an exhibition of their art works in Derrington Village Hall on Saturday 18th November and Sunday 19th November 2017, 10am to 4pm.

Admission to the exhibition is free, there is free car parking and there will be painting demonstrations by Rosemary throughout the day. Refreshments will be available on both days. There will also be paintings and greetings cards for sale and a tombola.

Art Tutor, Rosemary Hale has been an established local art tutor for over two decades in the Stafford area, her name being known countrywide as she writes for national art magazines and demonstrates to art groups far and wide. More recently, she has travelled extensively and limits her teaching role to her five local art groups. Four weekly sessions are held at Derrington Village Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays plus one Monday session at her home village of Foxt, North

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Staffs. During the summer months she runs day workshops and outdoor painting days. All classes are limited to 12 people.

If you would like to join in any of these activities, contact Rosemary. You do not need to know how to paint already... complete beginners are very welcome.

Rosemary’s contact details are: Email: rosemary@rosemaryhale.co.uk Tel: 01538 260007 / 07728483446 www.rosemaryhale.co.uk

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Cannock Friends of St Giles Cannock Friends of St Giles were delighted to receive a cheque for ÂŁ1,000 from the Rotary Club of Cannock recently. President Cliff Shore made the presentation to Trish Mellor, treasurer of Cannock Friends group; the money was raised at the Golf Day held earlier in the year.

Trish thanked President Cliff, Immediate Past President Harold and members of the Rotary Club for again supporting Cannock Friends of St Giles. She told them that the money would be used within the Phoenix Project, a bereavement service for children and young people. So many children suffer the loss of a parent, grandparent or sibling and struggle to deal with that loss. Leading a child through grief and bereavement is highly specialised; this is what the Phoenix Project offers. It is available to any child or young person within the St Giles catchment area, regardless of how and where that loss occurred - in other words, there does not have to have been a connection with St Giles, the service is open to anyone who needs it.

L to R: Trish Mellor, Cliff Shore and Harold Bould

www.stgileshospice.com and about the work of the Rotary Club of Cannock at www.cannockrotary.co.uk St Giles continues to offer a host of services: in-patient care, day patient and out-patient care, Hospice at Home, bereavement counselling - and so much more.

The people of Cannock are always incredibly generous in their support of all that the local group of friends of St Giles does and that support is very much appreciated.

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Home Services October means Halloween, the clocks changing and that Autumn is here and Winter is on its way!

The days are already getting shorter and colder, which means winter is just around the corner! We are already busy fitting outside security lights ready for the dark nights ahead, as well as general painting/decorating and revamping/installing kitchens and bathrooms ready for cosy nights in and entertaining your family and friends.

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Cannock Soroptimists collecting goods; L to R: Kate Young, Trish Mellor, Carole Holdcroft, President Val Jones, President-Elect June Bould

V Festival Clean-up 2017

SI Cannock & District Soroptimist International of Cannock & District

The tents were all taken to the International Aid trucks;

collection of tents, chairs and other goods left

All other items this group collected will be used by the

have been involved for the past few years with the behind at Weston Park following the annual V Festival.

The collection is organised by the local District of Rotary International and takes place on the two days following the V Festival. This year, as in previous years, so much was left behind by the those who attended the Festival which, if it can be collected, can be used by people at home and overseas. No matter how many volunteers go along they are never able to collect all of the items left behind.

This year 5 Soroptimists from SI Cannock & District went along to help with the grand ‘clear-up’ at Weston Park following another very successful, but rather muddy, V Festival. Wearing wellies and other appropriate clothing, members set to work dismantling and re-packing tents, rolling up air beds, collecting

they will be used in disaster areas around the world.

Pathway Project, the local refuge for women victims of domestic violence and by Staffordshire Women’s Aid – in fact, many of the items collected have already been put to good use by local women who are in need.

The V Festival clear-up is a true example of voluntary organisations working together and giving service to help others. Everyone who went along thoroughly enjoyed the experience - even though they are always shocked at what others will leave behind -and they know that all of the goods will be put to excellent use by those who need them.

More information about Soroptimist International is available on the website www.sigbi.org and about the Cannock Club on www.sigbi.org/cannock-and-district or on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ SICannock

chairs, buckets, bowls, sleeping bags and unopened tinned food– and anything else left behind by the revelers which was in good condition and might be of use to others.

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Angels Watching Over Me

A weekend of events run by Penkridge Methodist Church

Penkridge is preparing for a visitation from angels!

By the time you read this article, you may have spotted angels beginning to appear all over the village and are wondering what on earth these are for. Well, they are both a gift from the church for people to take home as well as being an invitation to join in the events which are taking place at Penkridge Methodist Church. The church is hosting a whole weekend of events beginning on the 27th October celebrating angels, those with or without wings!

Working in partnership with ‘A Child of Mine’, a local charity supporting bereaved parents, the church will host a memorial service for children who have died, babies born sleeping and babies lost through miscarriage or termination, whatever the reason. The church will be open all day for private reflection and the memorial service itself will begin at 6.30pm on the 27th October. This is the first of what is planned to be an annual event in the village.

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On Sunday 29th October, we open for all age worship at 10.30am with the Rev Rachel Parkinson leading our worship on the theme of angels.

All are welcome to join in.

The events on Saturday 28th October will include a ‘Crafternoon’ - an afternoon of angel themed crafts for all the family (including pumpkin carving, stone painting and Angel Christmas decorations) whilst enjoying a cup of coffee and a slice of cake served by the air cadets from the 2415(Penkridge) ATC Squadron.

Admission is free to the Crafternoon although donations are welcome to cover the costs of craft materials. The cadets are running a car wash on the church car park and a cake stall to raise funds for their mini-bus appeal as well as selling poppies for the annual Poppy Appeal.

On Saturday evening, there is an awards supper for the angels in our community who have not yet got their wings – a celebration of those who give so much to the community but who are sometimes overlooked.

Everyone is invited to nominate someone who they think is a community angel and the nominations form can be found on the Penkridge Methodist Church Facebook page. The supper will be simple – pie and peas, a dessert and a drink and tickets are available by

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