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Contents Spring Clean for Penkridge Market

Nursery Celebrates Top 20 Nomination

A Child of Mine Champions

Reduce the Risk of Car Theft

Duke of Edinburgh Gold Success

Cannock Soroptimists Summer Celebration

Penkridge Middle School Double Dutch Football

Cannock Friends of St Giles

Strictly Stafford is Back

Quick Crossword

Your Health - Late Onset Diabetes

South Staffordshire Leisure Free Day Pass

Woodland Restaurant Gin Garden Party

Tracy Mason Travel Anniversary

Pinfold Pink

Recipe of the Month - Picnic Loaf

Battle of Britain Marks 100 Years of RAF

What’s On

Sudoku Corner

Kid’s Puzzle Page

What’s On at your Local Library

Cannock & District Ladies Probus

Penkridge WI Updates

Design Tips - The Perfect Guestroom

Beauty Tips - Guaranteed Glam

Useful Numbers

Ethereal Boutique

Rotary Club of Cannock Local Charity Benefit

3 Hammers Christmas Events

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The Penkridge Advertiser welcomes contributions from local voluntary groups, charities and sports teams. If you have news of an event, or other information that you want to share, we’ll help spread the word by promoting the great work that you do. To find out more about our FREE support to good causes then call us now on 01785 318619 or email us at info@thepenkridgeadvertiser.co.uk We gratefully acknowledge the support of businesses whose adverts appear in The Penkridge Advertiser magazine, and whilst every care is taken to ensure accuracy, the publishers cannot accept responsibilty for loss, damage or omission caused by error in the printing of an advert. All artwork is accepted on strict condition that permission has been given for use in this publication. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. Any reproduction of any material is forbidden without the written consent of the publishers. The publishers cannot accept responsibilty for views expressed by contributors, or the accuracy of claims made by advertisers. Don’t forget to recycle this magazine!

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Spring CLEAN PENKRIDGE MARKET SAY THEY HAVE THE SOLUTION TO KEEPING YOUR CHILDREN BUSY THIS AUTUMN, AS THEY ARE ENCOURAGING CHILDREN TO HAVE A GOOD ‘SPRING CLEAN’ IN TIME FOR THEIR CHILDREN’S MARKET ON THE 30TH SEPTEMBER. Penkridge Market say they have the solution to keeping your children busy this Autumn, as they are encouraging children to have a good ‘Spring clean’ in time for their Children’s Market on the 30th September. The event, which is entirely dedicated to children, will give parents the opportunity to sell all of those preloved toys, clothes and equipment, at an amazing price of just £12 a stall. There will also be plenty of activities to keep the children amused, including a petting farm, donkey rides, fire engine and fun fair. The event will run from 10am to 3pm, and with free admission for children and only £2 for adults, it’s a fantastic value day out for all the family. Kate Kingsley, from Penkridge Market said “This could be a great opportunity for parents to get rid of all those unwanted toys and clothes that children have grown out of, and make some money at the same time. Older children could also get involved and see it as a way of making some extra pocket money.” As the Market owners are only charging £12 per stall for the event and are not taking any commission, it really does give families the potential to make some extra cash.

jewellery and handmade hair accessories. The majority of stalls will be undercover in the indoor market, making it a great day out whatever the weather. There will also be plenty to keep the children entertained, with a petting farm, magic show, fairground rides and Punch and Judy. There will also be a free craft area, where children can create autumn pictures and have a go at making their own puppets to use in the Market’s very own puppet theatre. If you would like to book a stall for the event, then please log onto the website www.penkridgemarket. co.uk and download a booking form or e-mail kate@penkridgemarket.co.uk Penkridge Market is situated in the centre of Penkridge, and is signposted off the A449. It is easily accessible from Junction 12 of the M6 and is only 6 miles from Stafford; 7 miles from Cannock and 10 miles from Wolverhampton (postcode ST19 5AP). For further information please telephone 01785 714221 or log onto the website www. penkridgemarket.co.uk

Kate continued “Having two young children myself I felt there was a real gap in the market for an event that not only catered for the needs of parents but also children themselves. So we thought why not offer something slightly different. People will be able to buy nearly new children’s clothes, toys and equipment, as well as new products such as handmade crafts. There will also be entertainment and local children’s clubs, groups and organisations, so that families can find out more information about the services available in the local area.” Kate is anticipating there will be over 60 stall holders, selling a variety of goods from clothes, toys and books to unique personalised hand-print

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ranging from 3-6 months together with a self sufficient Walking Expedition. They chose to do this over Cannock Chase and it lasted 2 days/ 1 night, finishing off with a presentation. The team moved onto to complete their Silver, this was similar however they had to do 1 activity for 3 months and 2 for 6 months, this time they did there Walking Expedition over Long Mynd which comprised of 3 days/2 nights, similarly giving a presentation at the end.

Four 17 year old local lads Dominic Arnold, Sam Bailey, Will Lever and Isaac Goodbody who currently attend Wolgarston 6th Form have just completed their Gold Duke of Edinburgh. Their journey started back in 2014 when they joined Penkridge Explorers currently ran by Lee Adams. The first award they worked towards was their Bronze, each had to complete a skill/physical/volunteering activity

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I N D O U B L E D U T C H F O O T B A L L D AY PUPILS FROM YEAR 5 AND 6 AT PENKRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL ENJOYED A FANTASTIC DAY AT THE BANKS’S STADIUM

A group of pupils from year 5 and 6 at Penkridge Middle School enjoyed a fantastic day at The Banks’s Stadium as they took part in two football matches involving Wolves, Walsall and Dutch giants Ajax on Thursday 19th July. On arrival at the stadium the boys formed a guard of honour for the teams for the first match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Ajax before going on to act as ball boys for the game. Both clubs had their strongest teams competing with many international stars on show and the boys had a really close view of the action and helped the game, which ended in a 1 - 1 draw thanks to a late penalty from Wolves star Ruben Neves, flow smoothly. After the game the boys got many autographs and were delighted when Wanderers captain Danny Batth came over for a long chat and photos. After a brief break the boys headed to Walsall’s training pitch for a football session organised by the club’s community coaches and they particularly enjoyed trying to replicate some of the skills, shots and saves they had seen in the earlier game! The day’s second game at the stadium saw host team Walsall take on Ajax with the Saddlers looking for their first pre-season win having lost to Aston Villa and

Stoke over the last week but having seen the Dutch team in action in the afternoon this looked unlikely. The Penkridge boys again took their places around the pitch as ball boys hoping for lots of touches. The game was just as exciting as the earlier one and against most expectations Walsall put in a superb performance with goals in each half from new signing Andy Cook making it a 2-0 win and topping off a great day for the boys. Whilst many of the children have been ball boys at Walsall’s stadium before and will do so again next season none have ever had the chance to do so against such high calibre teams at Wolves and Ajax and they received the highest commendation from director of community Adam Davy for their fabulous behaviour and enthusiasm on what was an extremely long day. I was proud of all the boys and am looking forward to similar opportunities in the future. One of the pupils, William Preston, had his day cut short after sustaining an injury after training so was unable to take part in the walsall v Ajax game so was rewarded with a signed match ball to make up for his disappointment and bravery.

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This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy 8 x 1 hour lessons with a professional dancer; a full dress rehearsal and a place in our very own Strictly finale with your hair and make-up all taken care of too. Once again the hospice is working with Danny Bell of The Ballroom Company to ensure that the tuition, support and advice the amateur dancers receive will be second to none. Danny Bell said:

Events Fundraiser, Lisa Carson said: “I’m extremely excited to be working on Strictly Stafford with Danny again this year. Last year’s event was incredible and broke all records for the hospice raising a massive £25,000 and so we are hoping to better that again this year. If anyone is even remotely interested in learning to dance I would highly recommend they sign up! Every single person who has taken part previously has absolutely loved it!”

“I take great joy in introducing people to the enjoyment of dancing. It’s wonderful to see people progress and enjoy the physical and mental benefits that dancing has to offer. Add to this the fact that Strictly Stafford brings in valuable funds to keep the hospice toe-tapping along and the whole event is a must in anyone’s calendar.”

Katharine House Hospice provides free care and support for adults and their families who are coping with progressive illness across mid-Staffordshire. It relies upon the kindness of the local community to help generate over 75% of the funds needed to run its vital range of services.

The fee to enter is just £50 per person or £75 per couple and participants commit to raising sponsorship of at least £300 per person or £500 per couple. There are 12 dance places up for grabs. The hospice is now gathering expressions of interest and you have until Thursday, 30th August to put your name in the hat... All you have to do is email your name, address, email address and reason for wanting to take part in Strictly 2018 to fundraising@khhospice.org.uk.

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Eight years ago a group of Penkridge ladies were all diagnosed with Breast Cancer. They decided to get together and form a support group to help each other and others through their treatment and aftercare. They called themselves Pinfold Pink and have been meeting every month since.

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President June Bould wanted somewhere quintessentially English where people could walk, chat, enjoy their surroundings and have a delicious afternoon tea; she was delighted when Elizabeth Gooch MBE, owner of Mitton Manor, agreed that the event could be held there. The gardens are within a 7-acre country garden that was started in 2001 and has been developed from an overgrown wilderness. They are now absolutely beautiful and contain a range of different styles, with formal box and topiary, natural woodland bordered by a stream and wonderful flower gardens with a number of water features and sculptures. The day of the Summer Celebration began with rain the first we have had for weeks - but the day slowly cleared and everyone was able to enjoy the warmth of the sun as they wondered through the gardens before going into the open sided marquee which had been beautifully set up for afternoon tea. The china was ‘just like Grandma’s’, the jugs of flowers on the tables were so pretty and tea - what a fantastic array of finger sandwiches, scotch egg, pork pie, several other savouries, scones with cream and jam and tiny sweet treats with far too many varieties for anyone to sample

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What’s On... PENKRIDGE FLOWER CLUB

PENKRIDGE WOMEN’S WI

GARDENING CLUB

EVERY 3RD MONDAY OF THE MONTH

EVERY 1ST MONDAY OF THE MONTH

EVERY 2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

7:30pm start at the Peace Memorial Hall,

7:30pm start at the Methodist Church Hall,

Evening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at

Penkridge. Professional NAFAS

Penkridge. New members and visitors

Acton Trussell, Bednall and Teddesley Hay

Demonstrators doing 5 floral

welcome. For more information contact

Community Centre 01785 715640. Learn

arrangements. Sales Table & Raffle. Light

Sandra on 01785 712468.

more about growing your favourite plants.

and Visitors very welcome. Call Margaret,

WHIST DRIVE

WHEATON ASTON FOLK

01785 712113 or Marie, 01785 715445.

EVERY MONDAY (NO BANK HOLIDAYS)

DANCE CLUB

1:30pm-4pm at Codsall Village Hall.For

4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

PENKRIDGE CARERS CAFÉ

more info ring Barbara on 01785 840498

American Contra & traditional square

LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH

or 07971 310463.

dancing. From 8pm - 10pm at Wheaton

Refreshments. Entrance £5. New Members

10:30am–12:30pm at the Haling Dene

Aston Village Hall (ST19 9NP). For further

Centre, Penkridge. Carers who are

PENKRIDGE ST JOHN AMBULANCE

information contact Mike Whiting on

supporting someone living with any long

ALL GROUPS MEET ON MONDAYS

01952 812601.

term illness or condition are most welcome

Badgers - 7 to 10 year olds

to join CASS at our support group to gain

Cadets - 10 to 18 year olds

STAY AND PLAY

information and advice on an array of caring

Adults 18+

EVERY TUESDAY

topics. Carers and their cared for can also

For more information about joining phone

9:30am-11:30am at Dunston Pre-School

enjoy entertainment, craft and fun

Pet Hughes on 01785714843 or email

Playgroup, Dunston. £2 per week. Including

activities during the café. Please call 01785

sja.org.uk with subject volunteering.

a drink and snack for both parent and

222365 for more details.

child. Plenty of toys for children. Everyone PENKRIDGE WIDOWS CLUB

welcome, mums, dads, grand parents or

CASS CARERS CAFÉ

EVERY OTHER MONDAY

childminders. For info call 07870 467360.

LAST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH

at The Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge.

(EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS)

Speakers, holidays, day trips, lunches,

10:30am–1pm at The Haling Dene Centre.

summer teas and various other events

EVERY TUESDAY

Carers are encouraged to come and

throughout the year. Come and join us!

10am at Penkridge Methodist Church.

socialise with others in a similar situation,

For more details contact Mrs V Jackson on

Come and join us to sing, dance, play, learn

enjoy entertainment and engage in

01785 840256.

and moove! Book online at

information and advice sessions. Please

MOO MUSIC

www.moo-music.co.uk/stafford. For more

CASS The Carers Association on call 01785

AIR CADETS 2415 PENKRIDGE

222365 for more information.

SQUADRON

details call Hannah on 07527 723948.

EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY

PENKRIDGE RAINBOW CLUB

PENKRIDGE SCOUT GROUP

7:30pm-9:30pm at Grange Road HQ.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

AT SCOUT HUT, GOOD STATION LANE

12-17 years, boys and girls welcome. For

Carer, Baby & Toddler Group.

BEAVERS

more info contact 07397 013407 or email,

10am-11:30am at Penkridge Scout Hut.

Mondays 6pm–7:15pm. (For boys and girls

2415@aircadets.org

A variety of activities, occasionally joining with different toddler groups. £2 per family.

- ages 5 3/4 yrs–8 yrs). Tel: 07816 758258 / Sally Turner or email

PINFOLD PINK

Find us on facebook, Penkridge Rainbow

beavers@penkridgescouts.org.uk

EVERY 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

Group.

CUBS

From 4.30pm at Penkridge Fire Station.

Thursdays 7:15pm–8:45pm. (For boys and

Breast Cancer Support. For further details

PENKRIDGE PARKINSONS

girls - ages 8 yrs-10 1/2 yrs). Tel: 07506

contact Jan on 01785 711124.

UK SUPPORT GROUP 4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

768892 / Tricia Adams or email mowhawkcubs@penkridgescouts.org.uk

PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

10:30am-12:30pm. at The Haling Dene

SCOUTS

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

Centre, Penkridge. Meetings on the 4th

Tuesdays 7:15pm–9pm. (For boys and

Penkridge & Acton Trussell Photographic

wednesday of the month with the

girls - ages 10 1/2 yrs-14 yrs). Tel: 07704

Society. Evening meetings 8pm to 10pm at

exception of August and December. Re-

896060 / Lorna Smith or email

Acton Trussell, Bednall & Teddesley Hay

freshments provided. Come along

scouts@penkridgescouts.org.uk

Community Centre 01785 713839. Learn

and meet us.

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ACTON ART SOCIETY

BREWOOD SINGERS

BRADFORD ARMS FOLK CLUB

EVERY WEDNESDAY

EVERY THURSDAY

EVERY FRIDAY

1:30pm to 3:30pm at Acton Trussell,

8pm onward at Brewood Jubilee Hall.

8.30pm in the upstairs room at The

Bednall and Teddesley Hay Community

Popular, forward looking, mixed choral

Bradford Arms, Ivetsey Bank, near

Centre 01785 714469 or 01889 586289.

group. For details on joining or bookings call

Wheaton Aston. A mix of Performer’s

Learn how to draw and paint – just come

Pat Mumford on 01902 850377.

Nights and Guest Nights. See the website:

along. Some materials can be supplied.

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CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT

details contact Linda Del-Manso 07870

CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT

EVERY THURSDAY

281533. All welcome.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

For over 50’s. 10am - 11am at the

11am-12noon at Acton Trussell

Methodist Church, Penkridge. £2.00 per

PACE 2000

Community Centre. Come along and join in

session. Help loosen your joints, to keep you

EVERY FRIDAY

the fun with South Staffordshire AGE UK.

active, healthy and feeling good. First lesson

Anyone interested should turn up between

£2 per session. First session free of charge.

FREE. For more information contact Susan

1pm and 1:15pm at the Haling Dene

on 01785 788472.

Centre Room 16 (opposite main door). Pace

NEW COMPANIONS CLUB

2000 continues to provide a good

EVERY WEDNESDAY

CANNOCK WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Friday afternoon for the over 50’s.

1:30pm-3:30pm. at Church Hall, Penkridge.

EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

Including 45 mins of exercise and a 45 min

Run by volunteers from local churches.

10.30am at St. Luke’s Church Hall,

talk/demonstration followed by 30 mins

Open to any age group. We offer tea/

Cannock. Meetings will usually include a

refreshments and chat. We are a very

coffee/cakes (no charge), cards, dominoes,

speaker or demonstrator. W.I. provides

friendly group and welcome men and

jigsaws, rummikub and the occasional

educational opportunities, and the chance

women to our organisation from all the

musical or bingo afternoon. All welcome.

to try and develop new skills and crafts.

local areas.

For more details, call Liz on 07779 405321.

A link with Staffordshire Federation provides further activities like craft fairs

SOCIETY OF RECORDER PLAYERS

PENKRIDGE MARKET

and quizzes. Guests and prospective new

SOUTH STAFFS BRANCH

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY

members are always welcome. For further

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

at Penkridge Market Site, Pinfold Lane.

information contact The President on

2:30pm-5pm at Penkridge Methodist

Open 9am-3pm. Auction of plants, eggs &

01543 271617 or

Church Hall. New members and visitors

live poultry every Wednesday at 11:30am.

www.thewi.org.uk/staffordshire

welcome. For information contact Alyson

Free car park. For more information call

Lewin on 01785 716957 or

01785 714221 or see

PENKRIDGE CIVIC SOCIETY

www.penkridgemarket.co.uk

EVERY 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

alysonlewin712@btinternet.com

The Society meets on the third Thursday of

MIDLANDS CHORALE

CANNOCK AND DISTRICT LADIES

each month except August and December at

DESIGNATED SATURDAYS

PROBUS CLUB

the Old Gaol in Bellbrook, Penkridge

10am-1pm at Jubilee Hall, Brewood.

EVERY 1ST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

(Penkridge Heritage Centre). Always an

is a friendly, mixed choir, There are 18

12pm at The Chase Golf and Country Club,

interesting mix of speakers and events.

rehearsal per year. The Chorale has a

(ST19 5RN). The Cannock and District

Meetings begin at 7:30pm and the fee for

scheme to PAY 15-21 year old students to

Ladies Probus Club are retired professional

visitors is £2.

come and sing with us. New members

or business ladies who meet each month

welcome - for details see

for lunch, and fellowship, with speakers on

YOUTH CLUB

www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ring

interesting topics. In addition there are

EVERY THURSDAY

Gren on 01902 850175.

opportunities to take part in other

6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.

activities, crafts, games, trips and holidays.

9-13 year olds welcome. Activities include

WHIST DRIVE

New members welcome. For more info call

computer nights, quizzes, film evenings, arts

EVERY SATURDAY EVENING

membership secretary 01543 505107 and

and crafts.

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

www.probusonline.org

YOGA CLASSES

Enquiries to Bill & Chris on 07707 930500.

YOGA CLASSES

EVERY THURSDAY

7:30pm-9pm at St Paul’s School, Coven.

FINE FOOD & CRAFT MARKET

7:30pm-8:45pm at Monckton Recreation

Learn postures and sequences based on

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Centre, Penkridge. Hatha Yoga taught in the

age old principles of Yoga. £23 for 4 weeks.

9am-3pm every 3rd Saturday of the month

IYENGAR tradition. The development of

For more info call 01785 275607 or 01785

at Penkridge Market in conjunction with the

strength, flexibility and stability is gained.

275439.

weekly stall market. Located in the Market

Contact Karen for more details on 07939

Hall, all stalls are undercover and offer a

551670 or bring along your mat on the day!

wide range of artisan foods and interesting crafts.

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

101 0800 111999 0800 404090

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

01785 08444 01785 01782 01543 01902

Councils South Staffordshire Council Staffordshire County Council Wolverhampton City Council

01902 696000 0300 1118000 01902 551155

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

01785 01785 07412 01902 01902 07544 01785

Travel Travel Line National Rail Enquiries

087120022 33 08457484950

712300 770924 257731 715444 572757 307999

712916 714157 089546 850087 851303 924546 715833

D’S PLUMBING & HEATING BOILER INSTALL / SERVICE PLUMBING / BATHROOMS PARK HOMES INTERIOR CLADDING / TILING LPG INSTALLATIONS NO JOB TOO SMALL

Call Darren on: 07749 137845 or 01785 716932

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL PEST CONTROL • Safe, effective and discreet pest control • Solutions for domestic & commercial clients.

Help Lines Samaritans Child Line RSPCA Jobseeker Direct Crimestoppers Charity (Non-Emergency Calls) A Child of Mine

08457909090 0800 1111 0300 1234555 0800 100 900 0800 555 111 07803 751229

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 Penkridge Methodist Church

01902 01785 01902 01902 01785

850394 714344 850368 850368 711058

Tree Felling & Removal Crown Lifts General Pruning Reductions & Thinning Removal of Dead Wood Hedge Trimming Tree Planting

Professional Tree Surgery No Job to Large or Small Domestic & Commercial Fully Insured & Qualified Contact Dan for a free quote or advice: 07845 555 856 /01785 612 085 /info@timberdans.co.uk

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

01785 713040 / 07885 971553

COUNTYWIDE CARAVAN SERVICES WE COME TO YOU Mobile Caravan Service & Repair At your home or storage site To discuss your service requirements

• Includes traditional mole control.

Contact Iain Hooker Mobile: 07803 280 406 / Office: 01785 664 544

Call Steve for more information: Tel: 01785 532011 or Mob: 07597 397399

Stockton Lane, Stafford Fully Insured, ACOPS Gas Registered www.thepenkridgeadvertiser.co.uk | 01785 318619

MP DECOR PROFESSIONAL PAINTING AND DECORATING SERVICE

We specialise in all aspects of Painting and Decorating Domestic & Commercial • Interior & Exterior Work NO JOB TOO SMALL • BASED IN PENKRIDGE

For a FREE, no obligation quotation call Mark on:

07932 796 505

Happy Pets Make A Happy Holiday S M A L L FA M I LY R U N LO CA L K E N N E L S We pride ourselves on providing individual attention Call for a viewing or visit our website: 01785 840074 | www.sweetturfboardingkennels.co.uk Sweet Turf Cottage, Longnor Gorse, Penkridge,ST19 5QL

Email: mandpdec@yahoo.co.uk Find us on Facebook: MP Decor

Computer or Laptop problems? T: 01785 290092 M: 07866 674839

• DIGITAL AERIAL INSTALLS • SKY • FREESAT • TV WALL MOUNTING • MULTIROOM HD • MULTIROOM AUDIO • WIFI IMPROVEMENT • DATA CABLING • HOME CINEMA

www.aerialav.co.uk

Email: lee@aerialav.co.uk

Showroom: Unit 4, The Green, Hawksgreen Lane, Cannock, WS11 7LG

Laptop and PC Repair Virus Removal Computer Upgrades Business IT Support

SJH Computing 01543 889444 www.sjhcomputing.co.uk Wi n d ow p a i n s

Penkridge Carpet Cleaning Special offer: 2 Rooms - £100.00, 3 Rooms - £130.00 (stairs can be classed as one room) (standard room 12ft x 12ft) Small Rugs £25.00, Large Rugs £30.00 Airflex Pro carpet cleaner, reduces drying time!

07805 634 848

penkcarpetclean@gmail.com

www.penkcarpetclean.co.uk

• COST EFFECTIVE UPVC WINDOW AND DOOR REPAIRS • GLASS UNIT REPLACEMENTS • REPAIRS

• HANDLES

• HINGES

• LOCKS

Call today for a FREE no obligation quote:

01785 600 990 or 07855 301 071 www.windowpains.co.uk

P enkville Cars Penkridge AIRPORT TRANSFERS DAYS/NIGHTS OUT LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE CONTRACT HIRE COURIER SERVICE CALL

07535 641 043

01785 716 044

M. Bissell TREES & HEDGES

All Tree & Hedge Work Undertaken Full Public Liability & N.P.T.C. Qualified Call for a FREE Quote & Advice: 01785 824410 / 07968 421434 Email: info@mattbisselltreework.co.uk