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November 2017

Washpit Mills redevelopment hits major stumbling block

By Danny Richardson

A CONTROVERSIAL plan to redevelop Washpit Mills has hit a major stumbling block after planning permission was denied by a government official.

It’s a decision that significantly impacts The Carding Shed’s proposed relocation to the site – despite the fact work on its move from Dobroyd Mills is well underway.

The Grade II listed building was formerly home to textile firm Westwood Yarns, which employed hundreds of locals in its heyday.

However, it has been empty for almost two years after the firm went into administration, and late last year a planning application to redevelop

the site was submitted to Kirklees Council by Prospect Estates – a Leeds based property developer.

The new development planned to bring a 23-bedhotel, eight houses, 16 apartments, a spa, restaurant, offices and workshops to Holmfirth, as well as provide a new home to The Carding Shed.

However, Rob Cooke, regional acquisitions manager at Prospect Estates, exercised the company’s right to put the application in front of a government planning inspectorate after Kirklees failed make a decision on the proposal in the necessary time limit.

The inspectorate visited the site in mid-August.

However, he rejected the

planning application for a number of reasons – most notably that a conversion of the site would “fail to preserve the special historic interest of the Grade II listed building.”

To be granted approval, Prospect Estates will now be forced to resubmit its application and make significant changes to it in the process.

Rob exclusively told The Review: “There’s not really much to say at the moment, we’re going to put another planning application in to the council without the hotel. I have no idea what’s going on, I really don’t know what you have to do to get something approved

by Kirklees Council.

“The Carding Shed are still getting on with their

development. They’re doing everything they need to do down at Washpit Mills.”

However, Kirklees Council says that The Carding Shed doesn’t have the correct planning permission in place to legally convert Washpit Mills into its new premises – despite the Hepworth business claiming otherwise in a recent newsletter.

In June, it was granted a certificate of lawfulness to keep the building’s use as storage and industrial – meaning the classic car facet of the company, IK Classic Cars, could move to the site.

However, its Oil Can Cafe, High Society clothing store, arts, crafts and gifts shop The Hepworth

Emporium and men’s vintage clothing and memorabilia collection The Retro Shed will not be able to run out of Washpit Mills unless the owners are successfully granted change of use of the building.

A Kirklees Council spokesperson said: “The owners of the Carding Shed have been advised that they will need to apply for change of use to enable them to run their proposed business, as the current approved use is for storage and industrial only. Once received the application will be dealt with in the normal timeframes.”

The Carding Shed was contacted for comment but was unable to provide The Review with an update.

The Holme Valley fell silent on Remembrance Sunday to pay respect to those who gave their lives in times of war. Crowds gathered in New Mill for the annual Remembrance Parade, which was followed by a service in New Mill Parish Church and a procession into New Mill centre, where a wreath was laid in the Remembrance Room of New Mill Club. We will remember them.

Photo credit: John Marshall Photography Ltd

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Plan to axe free school transport is branded potentially ‘unlawful’

By Danny Richardson

A CONTROVERSIAL plan to axe some free school transport for children who live more than three miles away from their school has been branded as potentially ‘unlawful’ by a leading children’s charity.

Contact, the UK charity for families with disabled children, is concerned that parents weren’t given enough time to respond to a consultation by Kirklees Council that ended on October 22.

The council says it is proposing to “usually” provide free home-to-school travel arrangements “only where the law says we must.”

That means it would fund free travel arrangements for children of compulsory school age who are permanently living within the borough and attending what the council defines as their nearest suitable school.

But it also means that those who have chosen to attend schools further away – what the council defines as

“At the moment, free home-to-school transport is provided to many children who are not legally entitled to the service.” unsuitable – are most likely to lose their passes.

A spokesperson from Contact said: “Shockingly, some of these changes and consultations do not comply with the law. We are aware of local parent groups who have successfully challenged potentially unlawful policies when they have been put out for consultation. For example, if parents are not made aware of changes, don’t have enough time to respond to a consultation, or if responses are limited to an online questionnaire.”

Kirklees has been accused of not properly publicising the plan, which parents and teachers say is low-key, has been rushed through and poorly communicated.

The comments come

after the timing of the consultation exercise left schools struggling to inform parents at short notice.

A formal letter advising headteachers of drop-in sessions on September 26 was sent out on September 22, giving people less than four days to act.

A Kirklees Council spokesperson said when the consultation was launched: “We are currently asking for people’s views on the way we provide home-to-school transport for some children and young people.

“The consultation has been widely publicised and is open to everyone until October 22, 2017.

“At the moment, free home-to-school transport is provided to many children who are not legally entitled to the service.

“The proposal is to change this policy and bring Kirklees into line with many other districts around the country.

“No decisions have been made and all the views we receive through the consultation will be reported back to councillors.”

Santa will be part of the parade through Honley on November 18.

Photo credit: Sandie Nicholson – photosofyorkshire.com

Packed programme for Honley lights switch-on

By Danny Richardson

HONLEY will light up for Christmas at a special event this month.

The village’s Christmas lights switch-on takes place on November 18 – and the event will include live entertainment, festive food and drink and the ever-popular traditional brass band procession accompanying Santa’s sleigh through the village.

The packed programme in Honley Park also includes fairground rides and on stage entertainment from local groups and musicians.

Hope Bank Works Community Choir and Youth Band will perform traditional Christmas music and carols to get everyone in a festive spirit, while Santa will be in his magical grotto, and children can take part in a special Santa Treasure Hunt throughout the park.

Adele Oxley, chairman of organisers the Honley Business Association, commented: “Honley has become renowned for its beautiful Christmas lights, and this year we will have 140 Christmas trees lit up throughout the village, thanks to a lot of hard work behind the scenes by the HBA. “We’re planning a sparkling event packed with family fun for everyone to come along and enjoy.”

The event takes place between 3pm and 7.30pm. The traditional Christmas parade congregates outside St Mary’s Church at 6.15pm where the Yorkshire Traction Honley Band will lead the procession, including Santa on his sleigh.

They will proceed down Church Street, along Westgate and into Honley Park, where the lights switch on will take place at 7pm.

All profits from the event will be ploughed back into Honley.

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Six Cocker Spaniels stolen from New Mills kennels

Alex Vergine from the Old Bridge Bakery in Holmfirth with a selection of his artisan breads (above) and celebrating his awards success with fiancée Lucy Christofi (right).

Breadmaker Alex is a star baker

By Susan Hampshire

IT’S official – Alex Vergine at Holmfirth’s Old Bridge Bakery is a star baker!

Breadmaker Alex has cooked up a major award for his sour dough bread in the recent Craft Bakers Association awards held in Harrogate.

Alex only introduced this popular artisan bread to the Old Bridge Bakery six months ago but it’s

already one of the most popular breads on sale in the Victoria Street shop.

Although this was his first industry competition, Alex and his fiancée Lucy Christofi also walked away with the second best scone award and best overall bakery award.

This is an apt time for the bakery to collect an award as it is currently celebrating its 25 years in business.

Bakery owner Greg Christofi said: “Alex has only worked for us a relatively short period of time but his artisan breads are just fabulous.

“He only uses natural ingredients and top grade flour. At the awards we were up against some much larger businesses so we are really delighted to win.’’

The bakery recently picked up another best

food award at Penistone Show in September.

“This has been a really successful year for us,’’ said Greg.

Sour dough bread has many health benefits as it is good for people with gluten intolerance, diabetes and insulin resistance.

The bakery has also recently introduced a new G.I bread, ideal for diabetics.

DOG-NAPPERS struck at a kennels in New Mill at the start of the month.

Six Cocker Spaniels – all microchipped – were stolen in the early hours of November 2 from kennels outside dogbreeder Julie Whiteley’s home.

Police are using CCTV footage to help trace three suspects – one of which has a distinctive tattoo – but have also appealed for witnesses to the theft.

A Facebook campaign named #FindSixSpaniels has been launched by Julie’s son, Dann, who wrote: “These dogs were my mum’s life, they were more like family than pets and to see them stolen by some sick human beings is heartbreaking.

“Please if everyone could try and raise awareness of

the horrible crime, then hopefully we stand a shot at getting them back and bringing justice to the people who did this to her. “(The thieves) all look like they are in their twenties, one has a large black tattoo on his left arm around his elbow.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: “Police were called at about 5.50am on November 2 to a kennels on Snowgatehead, New Mill to a report six dogs had been stolen in a burglary.

“The dogs, which were cocker spaniels, included four female and two male dogs. Enquiries are ongoing into the break-in and anyone who has information is asked to contact Kirklees District Police on 101, referencing crime number 13170510097.”

PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

A day in the life of the Clerk I JOINED Holme Valley Parish Council in March 2008, as Administrative Support Officer and have been Clerk/ Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) since May 2011.

It is one of the most diverse and rewarding jobs I have ever done.

During my daily journey from home in Holmbridge to work, my mind is already on the priorities for the day.

Where an HVPC decision is required, an item is added to the next available agenda for councillors to consider, while other communications can be answered directly, using my knowledge or experience, or where I have delegated authority from HVPC or one of its six Committees to do so.

Many enquiries received are not the direct responsibility of HVPC, but my assistant and I always try to point the enquirer in the right direction. We greet residents concerned about Valley issues in the office and regular liaison with the chairman and councillors, outside of formal meetings, is essential

to achieve the desired outcomes.

My skills in project management, financial control and reporting are put to good use in ensuring that everything HVPC has agreed to do actually becomes a reality, in accordance with legislation. I usually prepare agendas and supporting reports in the mornings, with the more detailed work of preparing minutes, accounts, budget and audit work, updating the website, and actioning any decisions from the minutes waiting until the afternoon when there are fewer interruptions.

I am involved in the day-to-day co-ordination of the maintenance of public clocks, war memorials, over 200 public seats, stone bus shelters and adopted phone kiosks.

I also oversee arrangements for the Community Champion and annual Tidy Trader awards. Recently, I’ve been heavily involved in several major projects, including community asset transfers of the Holmfirth public conveniences and Holmfirth Civic

Hall. Once the latter was completed, I managed HVPC’s move (in April 2017) to the Civic Hall to become anchor tenant.

This was a logistical challenge, because we had to downsize in terms of space, furniture, fixtures and fittings, but also had to rethink our entire filing, computer and telephony systems.

My work on the asset transfers is still considerable, especially as HVPC is considering taking over the ownership of Honley Library and other community assets at risk of disposal

by Kirklees Council. In addition, I support HVPC’s work with community representatives on the production of our Neighbourhood Plan.

HVPC has become more ambitious and proactive in recent years so, summarising my day in a few words, it would be “never dull, varied, productive, rewarding, frustrating and challenging”. I firmly believe in the importance of government at local

Casual vacancy – Wooldale Ward NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 that a casual vacancy has occurred in the Wooldale Ward of Holme Valley Parish Council, as a result of the

resignation of Councillor Rodney Bowles.

An election to fill the vacancy will be held in accordance with the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) Rules 1986, if

notice in writing of a request for the Election is received by the Returning Officer not later than the 27th day of November 2017.

The notice should be signed by 10 electors from

(parish and town) council level and do all I can to promote HVPC and its services.

The Parish Council is nothing to do with the church (as I often hear said) but is the first tier of Government and closest to you, the residents of the Valley.

I welcome the fact that HVPC is much more open and transparent, mainly due to the internet and social media. In my view, there is also no reason why residents of the Valley should have difficulty understanding the hard work that is being done on their behalf by the elected parish councillors.

Many people don’t realise that by becoming a Councillor they can make a positive difference to their family, friends and neighbours. If you want to make a difference, why not consider applying to become a parish councillor?

Sally Barber, Clerk/RFO

the Wooldale Ward, giving their names and addresses, and should be sent to The Returning Officer, Kirklees Council Electoral Services, 3-5 Albion Street, Huddersfield HD1 2NG by the above date.

We were delighted that Councillor Rachel Hogley was recognised for her hard work on a range of council activities from Neighbourhood Planning to decorating Holmfirth for the Tour de Yorkshire at the recent National Association of Local Councils ‘Star Councils 2017’ event where she was awarded ‘Runner Up for the Councillor of the Year Award’.

Councillor Hogley (on the left) is pictured being presented with her award from a representative of one of the sponsors.

Police offer advice on how to make your home safer

By Olivia Taylor

KIRKLEES Rural Police Team is doing its bit to prevent burglary and other crimes over the Christmas period.

Burglaries often increase in Autumn and Winter months, with thieves taking advantage of the longer nights.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “However, crime prevention doesn’t have to cost a lot of money – taking simple measures such as locking your doors and windows, not leaving valuables on display and using your alarm can significantly reduce your chances of being a victim.”

Police are advising local

residents to take these simple steps to make their home safer: n Always lock your doors and windows even when you’re at home. n Always take the key out of the lock and keep it in a safe place – do not leave keys in reach of the letterbox, a cat flap, or on view through a window. n Make sure items such as car keys, laptops, tablets, phones and cash cannot be seen through a window. n Do not leave power cables or charger units for laptops and tablets plugged in and on show.

If you are out, try to make your home look occupied by using a timer switch to

Afternoon tea THE MAYOR of Kirklees is inviting couples living in Kirklees who are celebrating their Platinum Wedding Anniversary this year to join her for afternoon tea.

The Mayor will be the event to mark the Queen and Prince Philip’s anniversary on November 20.

It will take place at Huddersfield Town Hall from 3pm to 4.30pm.

People can put themselves or their relative on the guest list by emailing mayors.office@kirklees.gov.uk until 5pm on Friday November 10, or call 01484 221905 to speak to the Mayor’s Office.

control lights. n Make sure Euro cylinder locks have achieved – TS 007 (three-star rating) or Sold Secure Diamond Standard for lock cylinders (SS312). n If you have a burglar alarm always remember to switch it on when you leave the house or when you go to bed. n Why not start a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme in your area?

Local officers will be at Skelmanthorpe Community Centre on Sunday December 3 from 10am to 2pm at the Christmas Fayre.

You can come along and discuss any concerns and pick up some Christmas goodies.

Group’s latest walks FIFTEEN members of Huddersfield Healthy Life Ramblers walked in the Castle Hill area on October 7.

The walk went through Molly Carr Woods through Farnley Tyas and Thurstonland to finish at Brockholes. It was led by Margaret Porter and Terry Dobson.

The following week 26 people went from Emley to Lepton for a birthday lunch then on to Waterloo, led by Phyllis Thorpe and Susan Greaves.

It was back to the Holme Valley on the 21st for a walk from Honley Bridge to Holmfirth and back led by John Roberts.

The last walk of the month was a walk around Meltham led by Elizabeth Armitage.

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This issue’s picture of the month goes to James Quinton.

He snapped this impressive fire on Bonfire night at the fireworks display at Sands Recreation Ground.

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Singers search for new accompanist

By Olivia Taylor

Honley estate agent James White made it on to the shortlist for a major award. His agency, Belong by James White, was in the top 10 shortlisted agencies in the UK for The Negotiator Awards 2017 which were held at a lavish ceremony at the London Hilton hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr. James said: “This was a tremendous accolade to get into the top 10 after only being established in Honley less than 12 months. Our entry was received after only four months in business.’’ The Honley agency was entered in the Website of the Year category.

Watch the road, drivers are urged

By Olivia Taylor

LOCAL drivers are being warned that if you’re not watching the road then officers in West Yorkshire might be watching you.

West Yorkshire Police officers are now out on the county’s roads in a heavy goods vehicle filming the driving habits of other road users. The operation is part of Operation Tramline, a national joint initiative between police forces and Highways England.

Sergeant Steve Suggitt, of West Yorkshire Police’s Safer Roads and

Neighbourhood Support Team, said: “Being in a HGV means we can not only see the car driver checking the latest message on their mobile, but we are also on the same level as other HGV drivers and can see if their attention is diverted from the road.

“In their latest THINK! campaign launched last month, the Department for Transport highlighted that if a driver travelling at 30mph glances at their phone for just 2.3 seconds, they miss 100 feet of road – the length of a Boeing 737.

‘The consequences of

taking your eyes off the road, even for a matter of seconds, can be devastating, even more so if you are at the wheel of a lorry or other large vehicle.”

West Yorkshire Police ran a previous Tramline operation in May when 31 vehicles were stopped, 10 Fixed Penalty Notices issues and 10 Traffic Offence Reports were submitted for offences including driving while using a hand-held mobile phone, not being in proper control of a vehicle and driving without due care and attention.

‘No Strings’ badminton

DID you play badminton at school?

Do you wish you could take up the sport again?

Whatever your age or ability, a new ‘No Strings’ badminton class held every Thursday night in the main sports hall at Honley High School could be just what you’re looking for.

Started by Holmfirth Badminton Club, the new class aims to provide a fun, sociable and relaxed atmosphere where players can simply enjoy the sport and meet like-minded people.

Lisa Hague from the club said: “This new class is ideal for anyone who wants to take up badminton again and enjoy the game in a relaxed, no-pressure social environment.

“Ideal for both beginners and intermediates, it’s a chance for people to discover the game or take it up again.

“It’s suitable for anyone who used to play and then gave up, due to family or work commitments.

“We hope it will bridge the gap between beginners and those who play at club level.’’

The class is for anyone aged 16 and over on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

Some coaching is

also available for basic badminton skills.

Anyone interested is welcome to ring 07773 341735.

Alternatively, look at the website www.

holmfirthbadminton. co.uk Holmfirth Badminton Club meets at Honley High School on Mondays and for Thursday match

nights.

It is one of the most successful badminton clubs in the local area and plays competitive games in the Huddersfield League.

THE Holme Valley Singers – a mixed voice choir – is currently looking for a new pianist.

The post is a rewarding one, working alongside music director Kim Kaye, to help and enable the Singers to perform to their best whether they are singing in a concert or competitively at a festival.

The Holme Valley Singers was formed 42 years ago since when they have performed at the Royal Albert Hall, the BBC Daily Service, appeared on Look North and performed abroad in Belgium, France and Italy.

The choir also attends festivals throughout the north of England in addition to arranging concerts locally, often in collaboration with local musicians, and more nationally renowned professionals such as the Army’s Band of the King’s Division.

The Choir has been very

Jane developed a piano teaching career specialising in accompaniment both for soloists and for choirs.

Sue is currently accompanying for the Holme Valley Singers on a temporary basis.

A spokesperson from the Holme Valley Singers, said: “Sue accompanied for us from 1985 until 1991, and has maintained a link with the choir over the years, filling in when our full time accompanist has been unavailable.

“Sue has worked with New Mill Male Voice Choir, Honley Ladies’ Choir, Honley Male Voice Choir, and currently Denby Dale Ladies Choir.”

The Choir rehearses each Tuesday evening during term time at Holmfirth High School from 7pm to 9pm.

Applicants may discuss the post with Kim Kaye on: 07759 226933, and/ or contact Holme Valley Singers at secretary @ holmevalleysingers.co.uk

fortunate to have been supported by a number of talented local musicians over the years.

Kim Kaye, who studied piano at the Royal Academy of Music and as a post graduate studied piano accompaniment, has been with them for over 20 years.

Kim has accompanied for them in the past and in 2009 became music director.

At the 40th anniversary Concert at the Holmfirth Picturedrome they invited past accompanists to perform with them and they helped make it into a fabulous event.

Barry Russell, Jane Robertson, Sue Ogden and Simon Murray all attended – the latter travelled from Germany where he accompanies for the Bavarian State Ballet.

Barry has developed his career as a composer and music lecturer, and worked with the BBC Philharmonic and a number of orchestras nationwide.

New heritage trail launched HOLMFIRTH has a new town centre heritage trail for those who enjoy a walk laced with history.

Windows on the Past, a circular walk that takes around an hour, includes landmarks such as the former railway station and church lock up (prison), as well as the site of the annual ‘Sing’

and the old stomping ground of Fenella the tiger.

Anne Bacon, chair of Holmfirth Conservation Group, said: “For the last year the group has been working hard on carrying out an appraisal of all the buildings in Holmfirth Conservation Area.

“It was while carrying

out this work that we realised the wealth of cultural heritage the town has. Rather than keep it to ourselves we decided to devise a new heritage walk for all to appreciate.

“Including a tableau of buildings, parks and personalities – and of course the special and spectacular views.”

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Teen charged after schoolboy seriously injured in stabbing

Group transforms neglected areas

A LOCAL community group is proving that a little elbow grease can go a long way, transforming neglected areas of Holmfirth.

Holmepride, an organisation that aims to make Holmfirth better by showing what community pride can achieve, has been brightening up various parts of the Valley over the last few months.

Win Harrison, who spearheaded the initiative, said: “Big changes are coming as to Holmepride going forward which will mean we will be able to apply for grants and accomplish big projects for the benefit of not just Holmfirth but the Holme Valley as a whole.”

Recently the team transformed Daisy Lane, getting rid of the weeds and

using a pressure washer to remove the moss, with over 30 volunteers coming out to help on two separate occasions.

Win added: “Volunteers came from as far away as Wakefield and watch the Holmepride page and wanted to come and help.”

Local residents and business owners were left impressed with the team.

Barry Townsend-Cardew, owner of Daisy Lane Books, donated £40 to Holmepride funds.

Win added: “I invite everyone to walk up Daisy Lane from Retreat Hairdressers to see just what we all achieved up past Daisy Lane Books shop, Whippet and Pickle, T’Owd Towser building then carrying on down towards Sid’s Cafe.”

POLICE have charged a teenager over the stabbing of a Huddersfield schoolboy.

Danny Brook, 16, was seriously injured following the attack on Hazel Grove in Linthwaite.

He was taken to hospital suffering from stab wounds following the incident near to Colne Valley High School on September 6.

Danny’s mother Linda said he needed surgery to his bowels.

A force spokesperson said: “Police have now charged a 16-year-old boy in connection with an incident on Hazel Grove in Linthwaite.

“The incident happened on September 6 and a 16-year-old boy was stabbed and sustained serious injuries.”

The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was due to appear at Leeds Youth Court on Tuesday, October 31 charged with section 18 wounding with intent.

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Crews attacked over bonfire weekend

By Danny Richardson

FIREFIGHTERS have hit out at yobs who attacked crews over the bonfire weekend.

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were 15 reported incidents of attacks on fire crews across West Yorkshire.

While some attacks were aimed at firefighters in fire engines, other attacks were directed towards ‘fire cars’ police vehicles containing a co-responding police officer and fire officer.

The attacks came despite a stark warning from fire chiefs in the run-up to bonfire weekend that it would be only a matter of Memories, Sally Brown, time before a firefighter is added: “Sharing Memories seriously injured. offers opportunities for Deputy chief fire officer people who are socially Dave Walton said: “It is only isolated to come together, through good fortune that develop relationships, learn we have not had a firefighter new skills and celebrate their injured by this incredibly lives and experiences. foolish behaviour on what “We are currently raising money to write and perform has been a very busy night for us. a new body of songs “We hope that by raising about Hope Bank Pleasure public awareness of these Grounds, where we are attacks we will see a public based.” stance against attacks on Tickets for the Winter firefighters and a change in Songs concert are £7. To legislation which will help book contact Sally Brown on 01484 968551 or 07950 870864.

Group to hold concert in aid of Sharing Memories A LOCAL acapella group will hold a pre-Christmas concert in December to help raise money for a Holme Valley group of creative older people.

Far Cry, which is run by local singer/songwriter Jenny Goodman, will present an evening of ‘Winter Songs’ on Saturday, December 9 at 7pm at the Parish Church, Holmfirth.

All the profits from the concert will go towards local group, Holme Valley Sharing Memories, which is made up of people in their late 70s, 80s and 90s who work on a

range of intergenerational creative projects with other groups.

Musical director Jenny Goodman said: “Members of Far Cry are looking forward to their Winter Songs concert and raising money for a great organisation.

“It won’t be your traditional Christmas fare – there will be folk carols, wintry songs but also songs from sunnier climes to remind us of the summer and a dash of cheesy pop numbers – all in glorious unaccompanied harmony.”

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safeguard our crews in the future.

“We very much appreciate the backing of our local MPs who have seen firsthand what we face and are appalled by it, as we expect the vast majority of people are. Our firefighters did not join the job for this.”

Chief superintendent Mabs Hussain added: “I’d like to extend my thanks to the communities of West Yorkshire for working with ourselves and colleagues at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to ensure a largely safe and enjoyable Bonfire weekend.

“Thousands of people enjoyed the organised firework displays taking place at venues across the county and many others celebrated with smaller events at home with friends and family.

“Unfortunately, there were a small minority who put themselves and others at risk by misusing fireworks and using the season’s festivities as a backdrop for mindless anti-social behaviour and violence.

“Over the weekend, we had reports of fireworks

being directed at moving vehicles, properties and emergency service crews.

“Many of the people doing this wouldn’t arm themselves with a knife or a gun, but don’t realise that using a firework as a weapon isn’t mischievous, it is highly dangerous.

“On Sunday evening several police vehicles were also damaged with stones and missiles. These vehicles are used to patrol in communities and respond to emergency calls from people when they are most in need, and they will now be off the road for repair.

“This will result in the actions of a mindless few denying their fellow residents the use of police resources intended to keep them safe.

“We have a number of investigations underway in to these attacks and offences including criminal damage, arson and assault.

“We would urge anyone who witnessed any antisocial behaviour or offences over this period to please call West Yorkshire Police on 101 or report it online via our website.”

Top class eye care for all the family SINCE opening in March, Allegro Optical has quickly established itself as a leading eye care provider in Meltham.

Although the Station Street practice is known for offering specialist eye care for musicians, it also welcomes everyone looking for eye tests, contact lenses, frames, varifocals, sports eye wear, occupational lenses and much more.

As an NHS registered practice Allegro welcomes all ages including children, who if required, receive two pairs of spectacles free of charge.

Managing director and dispensing optician, Sheryl Doe, said: “As an optical practice, we welcome everyone. Our eye tests offer much more than just a vision check.

“Resident optometrist Claire

Wightman checks for a range of health conditions detected via the eyes and takes a full health check for each patient.

“We have a wealth of experience fitting, repairing and advising on spectacle frames and lenses and stock an extensive choice of frames for all budgets, including many which are British made.’’

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For those on a tighter budget, offers are available including a free second pair of glasses from £49.99.

The practice opened in the former Holme Valley Furnishing

premises and has quickly established a customer base from Meltham and beyond.

Many musicians who choose the specialist practice travel from all over the UK and even from overseas.

Allegro Optical understands that musicians often struggle to see both the conductor/sheet music and need the Allegro Optical’s custom made lenses to see clearly at all these distances.

Eye tests for all the family, young and old, are available by appointment at various times during the week.

Allegro Optical is open six days a week including all day Saturday.

Allegro Optical is a familyrun business which also has a specialist musicians and corporate office in Leeds.

Holme Valley Explorer Scouts have picked up a prestigious award. The group was presented with an Explorer Belt Award and Certificate at a County Scout presentation at Bradford Cathedral. To earn the accolade the team had to plan, organise and complete a 10-day hiking expedition to Spain’s Catalonia area in July this year. Hiking 164km in sweltering temperatures, they completed a project on religious buildings in Catalonia as well as other challenges on the way, including a mixture of wild camping.

Pictured from left to right are: Sam Jebson, Nick Johnson, Tom Dewhurst, Nathan Greenwood, George Holgate, Jacob Bell and Gareth Allatt.

Meltham pharmacy under threat Sheryl Doe, Dispensing Optician and Claire Wightman, Optometrist

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LLOYDS Pharmacy is to close 190 branches across England in a move that could affect staff at Meltham’s branch.

Lloyds is the UK’s biggest group of community pharmacies and it is thought that hundreds of jobs could be at risk – although it’s unclear which branches will be affected at this stage.

Its parent company,

Celesio, announced the decision in a message to staff, saying it was partly due to Government funding cuts.

The message, from managing director Cormac Tobin, said: “With pressures in the economic and funding landscape, it is vital that we take a leading role in the evolution of community pharmacy, to ensure that our business

is sustainable for the future.

“This has resulted in us having to take some difficult decisions, which will mean us making some changes to our operations. Today I am announcing that we will cease to trade in approximately 190 of our pharmacies in England, through a combination of store closures and divestments.”

Holme Valley Review, November 2017 – 9

Town gears up for annual lights switch-on

By Olivia Taylor

RESIDENTS and business owners from across the Valley are gearing up for the long anticipated Holmfirth Christmas lights switchon.

Planning for the event has been underway since March, ensuring it’s the best yet.

Last year the Christmas lights switch-on saw the whole community come together, providing visitors with an entertaining evening of festive cheer.

This year over a hundred local businesses have pledged their support to the Holmfirth Christmas team, donating money to support volunteers in installing over 2km of LED lights, the professional installation of festoon lighting on Victoria Street and round the bus station, and the Christmas lights celebration on Saturday, November 25.

Rachel Hogley, Holme Valley parish councillor and volunteer, said: “We intend to light up the town as in 2016 but extend the LED strings in a few small areas

including Kings Head Gardens, Holmside Gardens and the Parish Church square.

“We’ve been really impressed with all the businesses that have helped us out.

“The majority of businesses we approached wanted to get involved.”

Not only will the town be dazzling with Christmas lights, but small Christmas trees will also be dotted around, to add to the Christmas spirit.

Rachel added: “We will again be putting up approximately 70 small

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The lights switch-on will take place on Saturday November 25, with something for all the family to enjoy and get involved with.

Rachel added: “Start your shopping and then visit Santa, take part in the lantern parade including twinkling vintage tractors and enjoy some mulled wine while you listen to festive music and entertainment.”

Festive activities being held

across the town include: 2pm to 4pm: Santa’s Grotto at the bus station.

4.30pm: Lantern Parade from Methodist Church.

5pm to 6pm: Singing and entertainment at the bus station.

Rachel added: “It’s a nice excuse to get people into Holmfirth over Christmas to see what a lovely town we live in.” n Will you be going to the lights switch-on? We’d love to see your pictures! Get in touch with us by emailing news@holmevalleyreview. co.uk

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Family to provide Christmas gifts to local elderly

By Olivia Taylor The Black Cat Bistro has launched its own bottled beer – CAT NIP – a limited edition brewed by SQUAWK brewing company. Already popular with customers, CAT NIP is a session IPA that is available to accompany your meal or as a Christmas stocking filler.

It’s available from the Black Cat Bistro now.

Mountain Rescue pays tribute to its former president HOLME Valley Mountain Rescue Team has paid tribute to its long-standing president Brian Smith.

Brian passed away on October 28 at the age of 82 following a short illness.

A former police officer, Brian had many dealings with the Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team during his career and was a great advocate. During his time as President, Brian conducted many talks about the team and its role, helping to raise substantial donations in the process.

Brian’s family requested that donations are made to the Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team in lieu of flowers, for which a box will be provided.

The Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team would like to offer sincere condolences to Brian’s family and friends.

Coroner’s appeal

THE CORONER’S office is seeking help in tracing relatives of a Meltham man who died last month.

Antony Grzelak died at his home of natural causes aged 57 on September 25 at his home on Golcar Brow Road. It is believed that he was born in Leeds.

Any family members or anyone who knows of any relatives of Mr Grzelak is asked to contact coroner’s officer Malcolm Dyson at Bradford Coroner’s Office on 01274 373719.

Cat food wanted MELTHAM Wildlife Rescue centre is in desperate need of cat food to feed its rescue hedgehogs.

The past couple of months has seen the centre take in an influx of hedgehogs from across the Valley due to the colder weather.

If you’d like to help the Meltham Wildlife team send your cat food donations to: Meltham Wildlife Rescue, 1 Bent House Cottages, Tinker Lane, Holmfirth, Meltham HD9 4EX.

Quiz raises £750

A RECENT charity event at a Holmfirth restaurant has raised £750 for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

The quiz and curry night was hosted at Shimla Indian Restaurant for Holmfirth’s Body & Sole Holistic Centre.

Around 100 people attended and enjoyed a three-course meal.

Money was raised with a raffle and a cash lottery. Many raffle prizes were donated by local businesses.

A LOCAL family is ensuring the region’s elderly aren’t lonely over the festive period, providing them with gifts.

Santa’s Seniors give wrapped Christmas gifts to elderly people in the Huddersfield area without family and friends.

Volunteer Suzanne Gunson said: “It was my daughter Amy’s idea to start it – I’m immensely proud of her.

“It’s for people who won’t be getting gifts this Christmas, people who have no family or friends.”

The initiative started last year, and the team are doing everything they can to ensure they reach more of the needy this year.

Suzanne added: “Last year we managed to reach 73 elderly people, my front room looked like a jumble sale with all the presents.

“I contacted care homes and home care services last year, but we started early this year because we want to help more people.”

The team’s main aim is to make service users feel like they have not been forgotten, and they believe a small present can make a big difference.

Suzanne said: “It’s about making them feel like someone remembered, because often they feel forgotten and we want them to feel valued.

“You can be fit and healthy, but still lonely and you can be rather well off and still lonely.”

People have been quick to get

Ashley Jackson with a copy of ‘A Lifetime of Inspiration Captured in Watercolour’ in the new exhibition at his Holmfirth gallery.

Ashley launches new book

on board and help the team, not only with donations but with the running of the initiative.

Suzanne said: “We’ve got a lot of little elves that help us out. Me and my two daughters work hard to make this work, we’re very close, we’re best mates.

“I’ve been left so humbled by people’s reactions, they’ve been so quick to help us. It’s been fantastic. I think people like donating to us because its very local, there’s not any red tape and they know exactly where there donation is going.”

None of the donations will go to waste, with anything left over being donated to other organisations, with Suzanne stressing that ‘everything has a place’.

If you’d like to help you can drop your toiletries, confectionery, jigsaws, playing cards, books and slippers donations to Meltham Wildlife Centre.

To find out more or to volunteer visit the ‘Santa’s Seniors’ Facebook page.

them to capture what they see with their eyes, with their hands and heart. We all have differing inspirations, mediums and connections with our subject – mine is the Yorkshire Moors.”

To celebrate the launch, visitors to Ashley’s gallery will have the unique opportunity to view a collection of the original paintings contained within the book. The exhibition will be on view until the New Year and all books purchased from the gallery during the exhibition will not only be signed by Ashley but will contain a small sketch.

WORLD renowned watercolourist Ashley Jackson is giving his fans a chance to admire some of his favourite Yorkshire memories with his new book.

‘A Lifetime of Inspiration Captured in Watercolour’ contains a collection of paintings personally chosen by Ashley.

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Scheme to bring refugees and job seekers together

By Olivia Taylor AN initiative that aims to bring refugees and UK job seekers together has been launched in Marsden.

The Sanctuary Kirklees scheme will see people living locally work in a natural environment, caring for bees, extracting honey and acquiring new skills.

It’s about integration, education, conversation and conservation, never forgetting the vital role played by bees in maintaining our food production.

During the autumn and winter months Ryad Alsous will offer some training in beekeeping to the volunteers while the bees “sleep”.

In the spring, the real work with the hives will begin in earnest.

Ryad, formerly a university lecturer, food scientist and bee specialist in his native Syria, is keen to share his expertise with other refugees and UK job seekers in the Huddersfield area.

The Canal and River Trust at Standedge Tunnels, Marsden, has generously provided a free site

for the group to keep bees hives and hopes in time to sell the honey and use it in its menus.

Ryad said: “We are very grateful to everyone who has helped us with this project and in particular to the generosity and goodwill of Standedge Tunnels, the West Yorkshire Police Commissioner’s Safer Communities Fund and Sanctuary Kirklees, who have given us this wonderful chance.

“As a refugee myself, I understand the issues and problems affecting the everyday life of people who have been displaced and who often carry emotional tensions and feeling of isolation arising from their experiences and memories.”

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Antiques with Gary Don

Gary Don Auctioneers are a Leeds based Auction House established in 1929. Gary does a regular phone in with BBC Radio Leeds and has appeared on Flog It, Posh Pawnbrokers and The Antiques Road Trip. We offer a free valuation service so please send in your photos and questions to Gary at news@holmevalleyreview.co.uk Hi Gary, I have a copy of Dictionary of Arts and Sciences published by William Henry Hall which from my research looks to be from around 1760. It is a large heavy book bound in something like calf skin and the side edging is leather. It’s in good condition to say it has survived around 250 years. Do you think there is any value to this?

Thanks, Chris Dear Chris, Thank you for your email.

We have researched your book and found that the first edition was published in 1788 in a set of four volumes, the fourth volume Hi Gary I recently got three statues of three wise buddhas, see, speak and hear no evil. They are about 12” high. I am very fond of them and I would just like to know the value of them and a little bit about the statues, e.g. the meanings.

I have been told that they are made of resin. I’m totally clueless and very intrigued. I have Googled them but there are a million and one different things written. I would be grateful for a bit of advice if you wouldn’t mind. Thank you for taking time to read this and I hope you’ll be able to shed some light on them.

Regards, Kirsty.”

Dear Kirsty, Thank you for your email. The Buddhas are

contained the engraved plates.

You only have volume three and we cannot tell from your photo whether it is a first edition or a later edition. The second edition was published in 1795 and the third in 1798. We would also need to see the book to check its condition. We have found a complete set of first edition books on sale for £2,928 on a booksellers’ site although it has not yet been sold. You are welcome to bring your book into our saleroom and we can do further research for you.

based on the three wise monkeys, “see no evil, hear no evil, and speak no evil”.

The origin of the monkeys is believed to come from Japan, during the Moromachi period and part of a folk religion called Koshin.

This belief is basically “by behaving well, you will stay well”.

Although you say they are made of resin, they are probably made of latex and fibre glass. They are made as garden ornaments and I have seen at identical set online for buy it now at £150.

I hope that helps and that your statues bring you enlightenment and good luck.

Your figure of Winston Churchill (18741965), twice Prime Minister and a wonderful artist and writer, is by Bovey Pottery Devon and made in the 1940’s.

It is part of a series of 19 ‘Our Gang’ figures designed by Gwyneth Jolt and Fenton Wyness.

I have come across several others over the years but have never had a complete set.

Other figures I have sold from the set are – A Nurse, Pilot, ARP (air precaution warden), Land Girl, various Soldiers, G.I. Joe, Scottie Highlander, Officer, Tommy and Anzac Service Man. The rarest one of all is Franklin D Roosevelt which can sell for several hundred pounds. Winston Churchill is the most common as more pieces were sold of that figure than the others. They usually sell at auction between £50-100.

If you are looking for an exciting project in the future, you could visit all the fairs and auction rooms and see if you could find all 19 figures.

That would be a very desirable collection!

This is a really fine English pocket globe and quite rare to find in such good condition.

It may be by George Adams and is from the 18th century.

It has 12 engraved gores and two polar calottes and is hand coloured. It is contained in its original wooden case. It has everything going for it!

I have sold similar globes in the past in poorer condition between £2,000 and £3,000.

I will stick my neck out on this occasion and suggest it may sell for between £4,500 and £5,000 because of its wonderful condition.

Dear Gary I am enclosing some photos of an old table that belonged to my great aunt.

She passed away over 35 years ago, and apparently the table had been in the family for many years prior to that.

When my parents passed it on to me, I remember my father saying that it may be of some value. I can see no markings, dates or writing anywhere underneath the table. The time has come for us to part company, and I wonder if you could help me in advising whether or not it is of any monetary value.

Thank you.

Kind regards.

Janice Gaunt Dear Janice Thank you for your email.

Your tilt top tripod table appears to be made of mahogany, and this type of table was very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.

It looks like it has split down the middle, which is quite common in those tables, and is caused mainly from the heat from central heating. It dries out the atmosphere and

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Unfortunately these tables are just not popular at the moment and in today’s market may sell for between £40 and £60.

Holme Valley Review, November 2017 – 13

Lions to spread cheer with annual Santa Sleigh ride

By Olivia Taylor

THE Holme Valley Lions will once again be spreading Christmas cheer, as they plan this year’s Santa Sleigh ride.

The dedicated team go out every year, visiting a variety of local villages throughout December, up until Christmas Eve. Lion, Louise Makin, said: “Last year we raised nearly £5,000, which was ploughed back into our community.

It is a busy, tiring, fun and special month.”

The sleigh will be passing through Scholes, Meltham, Honley, Brockholes, Wooldale, Netherton, Holmfirth, Shepley and Hade Edge.

This year the Lions are asking for help from locals.

Every year they trim up their sleigh with tinsel, baubles and a tree, and offer chocolates to Santa’s visitors.

Louise added: “If you can help us to spread some festive cheer by donating some monies towards purchasing a tree, baubles, tinsel and choccies that would be fabulous.

“We also need to purchase a spare tyre for the sleigh and obtain insurance for Santa and his elves.”

A Santa Sleigh launch evening took place recently

Holmfirth hosts music festival at Holmfirth Civic Hall, seeing locals enjoy mulled wine and mince pies.

Santa’s journey will start on Thursday December 6 at Scholes and finish on Friday December 22 at Holmfirth Co-op, If you’d like to be involved, and help Santa as he tours get in touch with the Lions via their Facebook page.

Santa’s sleigh ride schedule: Thursday December 7, Scholes – 6pm to 8pm.

Sunday December 10, Morrisons Meltham – 10am to 4pm.

Tuesday December 12, Honley (Stony Lane area) – 6pm to 8pm.

Wednesday December 13, Brockholes – 6pm to 8pm.

Thursday December 14, Wooldale – 6pm to 8pm.

Friday December 15, Morrisons Meltham – 10am to 4pm.

Saturday December 16, Netherton – 5pm to 8pm.

Sunday December 17, Co-op Holmfirth – 10am to 4pm.

Monday December 18, Shepley – 6pm to 8pm.

Tuesday December 19, Honley (Grasscroft area) – 6pm to 8pm.

Wednesday December 20, Meltham – 6pm to 8pm.

Thursday December 21, Hade Edge – 6pm to 8pm.

Friday December 22, Co-op Holmfirth – 10am to 4pm.

HOLMFIRTH was alive with the sound of music as its 72nd annual music festival took place last month.

Competitors of all ages from Holmfirth, Glossop, Uppermill, Bradford, Sheffield, Doncaster and Rotherham competed in 34 classes for 40 trophies.

Highlights included the Children’s Choir Class when the Huddersfield Choral

Society Young Voices beat four other choirs winning the Inner Wheel trophy.

Audiences were also entertained by Nicole Jessop from New Mill, who won the Holmes Trophy in the under 13 Instrumental class, and later four Barbershop Quartets were among vocal ensembles who competed for the Huddersfield G & S Trophy, which was won by

Supermarket to open in Thongsbridge A NEW supermarket is set to open in Thongsbridge – a stone’s throw away from a rival chain.

Retailer Aldi has been given the green light to open at the former

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The festival culminated in the Rotary Millennium Trophy class, which carries a £250 prize, and is open to young people aged between 14 and 25 intending to significantly further their musical studies. There were three competitors this year, and the trophy was won by 14-year-old Hannah Bird, from Uppermill.

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Christmas street market set to return to Honley

By Danny Richardson

Breeding season on the farm AUTUMN is breeding season and earlier in the month we introduced our three sprightly rams to the ewes.

Over the coming weeks each ram will serve around 65 ewes which, all being well, should result in a busy lambing period next Easter.

A ram will work for a number of years so careful flock management is required to prevent him from serving any of his daughters.

Ear tags identify our ewes and they are batched accordingly.

Unlike the sheep, our cattle breed all year round.

In the cattle shed our calves which were born last spring have been weaned from their mothers.

The calves have been turned out to graze the stubble turnip fields where, weather depending, they will

stay all winter.

The cows will spend the winter indoors. They are already pregnant with their next calves and the herd will calve between now and the spring. The first two calves, a male and a female, have already been born.

Our tractor has been out of action this month; the clutch spring had snapped, which is easily fixed, but the computer also showed an error code and the tractor wouldn’t budge an inch.

We had to get the dealership to investigate and, after a few days, the fault was diagnosed and rectified.

A better result than we

have had from the turbine mechanics.

One of our turbines hasn’t generated a watt of electricity for five weeks and is showing an error which to date hasn’t been diagnosed – things aren’t looking too promising.

On a brighter note we are on the run up to Christmas and orders are coming in, as are bookings for the Three Bird Roast and Gammon Curing courses.

Produce can be purchased direct from our farm and also at Holmfirth Country Market.

The Country Market is held every Saturday morning in Holmfirth Methodist Church and is full of stalls selling home made and home grown goods – well worth a visit if you like artisan produce.

HONLEY will be getting into the Christmas spirit when events including the popular street market return to the village in early December.

Organisations and businesses from across Honley are working together to provide a day of festive cheer on Saturday December 2.

The Christmas Street Market in Church Street, organised by Honley Business Association, will have all manner of gifts and festive food and drink stalls to tempt visitors as they make their way up the famous cobbled street between 10am and 4pm.

The merriment will continue in St Mary’s Church, where a musical entertainment will aim to get everyone in the festive spirit.

Venues around the village will also be holding events.

The Village Trust is hosting a craft fair with refreshments in the Village Hall at Moorbottom, and Southgate Theatre will be have festive stalls including food and drink in its venue.

The Liberal Club has a special visitor in Santa, who will be there in his grotto, plus snacks will be available.

Photo credit: Sandie Nicholson – photosofyorkshire.com The Scout Hut will hold a food and drink fair with local produce on offer from 10am-4pm. Visitors to Honley will also be able to partake of some tasty festive treats at Taylors Foodstore in Meltham Road.

Another favourite fixture is the Christmas Tree Festival, which will be held in Trinity Church 10am-4pm in the presence of Santa, with entertainment by Honley Ladies Choir and the Yorkshire Traction Honley Band, and the Tree Festival continues on Sunday December 3 from 2pm-4pm with festive music from Merran.

For more information visit the ‘What’s Happening in Honley’ Facebook page.

Sunlight blamed for elderly woman’s crash BRIGHT sunlight has been blamed for a crash involving an elderly woman in Honley.

Huddersfield Fire Station watch commander Darren Armstrong said the accident happened at 9am on Friday, October 27 at Long Lane when the woman’s

Kia Picanto climbed the banking and rolled over on its side.

He said: “Two fire engines as well as members of the police and ambulance service attended.

“We cut her out and handed her over to paramedics. She was

suffering from some back pain as the collision aggravated a previous injury. The road, which is a bus route, had to be closed for 40-50 minutes.

“I know the bright sun was a problem as I immediately noticed it as we approached.”

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Parliamentary Corner with Thelma Walker MP

Thank you for your continued support THE last few months seem to have flown by, and I want to thank you all for your continued support. In my last column I wrote about what a whirlwind it had been setting up two offices, finding my feet in Parliament, and spending time in the constituency. Since then I have been working hard every day to represent you – and loving every minute.

I never forget when I am in Westminster that my first responsibility is to you: the residents of the Colne and Holme Valleys. The aspects of my role I most enjoy are here, whether that’s seeing local residents at one of my regular advice surgeries; visiting our local schools, churches, and mosques; or supporting local groups and volunteers to make their communities a better place.

One event I was proud to support was the launch of a new community defibrillator at Forever Green florists in Netherton. In areas like ours, where many residents live a considerable distance from a hospital or doctor’s surgery, a defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death. Community First Responders, made up of local volunteers, are trained in how

Thelma Walker to use the equipment, and they deserve all our thanks for the service they provide.

Currently, however, VAT of 20 per cent is charged on these defibrillators. I have submitted an Early Day Motion on getting the VAT charge removed – given that the only use for this equipment is to save lives in emergencies, I think such a charge is unacceptable, and I have been working with local Community First Responders to achieve this.

The availability of community medical services is also at the forefront of the campaign to save HRI, which has been a priority for me since I joined the campaign as a local resident.

Our local councillors have made the decision to ask Jeremy Hunt to review the

plans, and I asked him to meet with local campaigners to understand the strength of feeling on this issue.

Given that most local doctors, councillors, and residents are against the plan, I hope that the Conservatives will see sense and intervene. I will continue to fight the closure of HRI every single day, at home in the constituency and in Parliament.

As a former teacher and headteacher, I love visiting our local schools and seeing the great work they all do. It saddens me greatly that every school I have visited so far has talked about the effect that national government cuts are having on them – at a time where they are having to do more and more to make up for cuts to other services. I believe that every child matters, and that every parent deserves to know that their child’s school is able to provide for them. As a member of the Education Select Committee I will fight against these cuts.

Thank you once again for your support, and please do get in touch with me if you need help or advice. Call 01484 843068 or email thelma.walker. mp@parliament.uk

Practical tips to help you find the right tutor for your child TUTORING can be a great way for children to achieve their academic goals.

Once you’ve decided to take the plunge and find a tutor for your child the big hunt begins.

It’s a considerable expense and a commitment for many parents, so how do you find the right person to teach and inspire your child?

1. WHERE TO LOOK When it comes to looking for a tutor most parents have three options: n Rely on word of mouth and get a recommendation from a friend or a teacher. n Look for tutors online. n Look for tutors in your area through local ads.

Children have different needs and respond differently to alternative teaching methods. You need to find the person who’d work best with your child.

2. EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS What are the prospective tutor’s teaching credentials?

Are they qualified and DBS certified (what was the CRB check) Secondly, consider their knowledge in the subject area. They may be experts in understanding the subject, but do they have the skills to explain things in simple

terms that your child can understand?

Also consider your child’s needs. Do they need a helping hand with a subject they find difficult or are they preparing for an important test in a subject where they need a top grade?

3. ACADEMIC PLAN AND ATTITUDE Once you’ve confirmed the tutor is good on paper (i.e. their credentials check out) it is time to confirm the compatibility between their teaching methods and your child’s learning methods.

What study materials are they going to use? Would they test the child on his or her progress? How long and how often would the tutoring lessons be? What are their preferred teaching methods and why? The answers to these questions will give you a general idea of the tutor’s awareness and experience.

4. FEEDBACK Would the tutor report progress to you or would you expect to see progress through academic performance? Some tutors prefer to communicate in written reports, some will ask to schedule extra time for a meeting once a month or once every few weeks, and others will try to give

feedback in person at the end of each lesson.

Think about what would work best for you and your child.

5. GOAL SETTING Think about the goal or objective of hiring a tutor. Writing down a list of goals and objectives helps prioritise a main focus during the teaching experience and beyond.

Many tutors solve bigger problems than just teaching a subject.

They can help build general confidence, they can teach study techniques and critical thinking and one of the most important things: they can change a child’s attitude to learning.

FINALLY, as private tutoring becomes more and more popular, the market for tutors is growing and so is parents’ worry of finding the right one.

With the ever-increasing numbers of options to choose from and no independent rating system to judge how qualified a person is, how can parents pick the right personal tutor for their child?

Hopefully this guide has helped you find if not the answers then the right questions to ask.

Due to popular demand renowned music group The South are providing their fans with an extra tour day. The band will be touring the country, stopping off in Holmfirth to perform at The Picturedome on November 25 and 26. The South feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Their live show promises to continue to celebrate and perform the classic Beautiful South songs – A Little Time (the number one single), Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Old Red Eyes Is Back, Good as Gold, Don’t Marry Her. If you’d like to book tickets for Sunday November 26, act quick, as it’s sure to be a sell out. For tickets, visit picturedrome.net/tickets/The%20South/20171126.htm

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Estate agencies join forces to open Slaithwaite office

Yorkshire Legal Awards double win for Ramsdens Solicitors RAMSDENS Solicitors LLP was awarded the ‘Law Firm of the Year’ Award (11-30 partners) at the recent Yorkshire Legal Awards.

Paul Joyce, managing partner, said: “We are very proud to have claimed one of the most prestigious awards at this year’s Yorkshire Legal Awards.

This is the third time we have won this category (previous wins in 2011 and 2015) and to be recognised

again is incredibly gratifying and rewarding for everyone at Ramsdens.

“We are also grateful to our clients for continuing to put their faith in us.”

Ramsdens was shortlisted in the ‘Law Firm of the Year’ category alongside Schofield Sweeney, Shulmans, Gateley and Chadwick Lawrence.

And not happy with just one award they also scooped the Residential Conveyancing Team of the

Year award.

Karen James, head of residential conveyancing, added: “The award is attributable to the hard work and dedication of all our colleagues who are committed to providing quality legal advice with excellent standards of customer service.”

Ramsdens was also shortlisted in the Community category at the recent Examiner Business Awards.

TWO of Huddersfield’s best-known estate agencies, Wm Sykes & Son and Jane Stocks Estate Agency, have joined forces to create a new agency.

The new branch combining the customers of both brands opened in Slaithwaite recently.

Wm. Sykes & Son is Holmfirth’s longest established estate agents and auctioneers. Established in 1866, they have been trusted for generations. The new branch in Slaithwaite incorporates Jane Stocks Estate Agency under the Wm Sykes & Son umbrella.

Jane will be joining the Slaithwaite-based team as lead valuer and branch manager, and the Jane Stocks team will move to the new offices in Britannia Mill, on Britannia Road in Slaithwaite.

Rob Dixon, director of Wm Sykes & Son, said: “This expansion is important to us as we broaden our geographical reach and

Directors and branch manager, from the left: Rob Dixon, Jane Stocks and Louise Dixon. to join forces with another sell more homes across the well-established and trusted region from our offices in independent local estate Slaithwaite and Holmfirth. agency, Wm Sykes & Son. “Our new Slaithwaite “The two businesses share office will offer our the same beliefs in honest customers even more advice, realistic valuations convenience and expert and exceptional personal advice than before.” service.

All properties being “We are looking forward marketed by Jane Stocks will to continuing to provide a be relaunched under the Wm fantastic personalised and Sykes & Son banner. professional service to the She added: “After 10 years people of the Holme Valley, of running Jane Stocks Estate Agency I have decided Colne Valley and beyond.”

Police are appealing for information after a driver fled the scene after a crash in Meltham. A blue hatchback car flipped over in the smash on Knowle Lane in Meltham in the early hours of October 15.

The investigation into the accident has been taken on by officers from the specialist West Yorkshire Roads Policing Unit. Police say they believe no one was seriously hurt in the crash but the windscreen had been shattered by the impact as the car rolled over. Anyone with information should call police on 101.

Association issues open invite MELTHAM Business Association has issued an open invitation to all to hear about its aims and ideas for Meltham and surrounding area.

A meeting is to be held on Tuesday November 21 at Meltham’s Cafe 33 in Huddersfield Road starting at 7pm for 7.30pm.

Sheryl Doe from Allegro Optical in Meltham said: “We would like to encourage more people to

join us and work together for the good of Meltham.

“Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate.

“Come along and join us to hear more about the group and what is happening in Meltham.”

The organisation represents an area within a five-mile radius of Meltham town centre.

If you have any questions about the meeting or the

MBA, please call Sheryl at Allegro Optical on 01484 907090 or Jo Neville at CPS Estates on 01484 852355. n Meltham Business Association has recently agreed to take over the running of the annual Scarecrow Festival, held every May Day Monday in Meltham from the local Over 60’s organisation.

The 2018 event will be organised jointly during the handover period.

Schools to take part in Festival

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THE Lawrence Batley Theatre Huddersfield is one of 136 theatres participating in this year’s Shakespeare Schools Festival.

The theatre will host four schools as they perform unique productions of classic works of Shakespeare to live audiences this November.

The line-up is to include Othello performed by Royds Hall Community School; Romeo and Juliet by Silcoates Junior School; The Taming of the Shrew

by Lightcliffe Academy and Huddersfield Grammar School will present their version of The Tempest.

Currently in its 17th year, the annual festival aims to transform lives through the unique power of Shakespeare by giving thousands of young people across the UK a unique opportunity to perform in professional theatres.

By taking part in the world’s largest youth drama festival, schools with children from every community and background are given the chance to see that Shakespeare truly is for everyone, providing them with us the confidence to see that the whole world is their stage.

Shakespeare Schools Festival comes to the LBT on November 21 at 7pm. Tickets are priced at £9 / concessions £7 and can be booked via Box Office on 01484 430528 or online at www.thelbt.org.

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Shops bounce back after fire NAIL ART • NAIL EXTENSIONS WAXING • LASH EXTENSIONS

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SEVERAL Holmfirth businesses are gradually getting back to normal after a disastrous fire struck the town’s cobbled Daisy Lane and Town Gate area in early August.

Almond Boutique in Town Gate re-opened at the end of October and other businesses are preparing to fully open in time for Christmas.

However work is still on-going at the Whippet & Pickle Restaurant which was severely fire damaged and it looks likely the opening could be delayed until New Year.

The businesses affected with smoke and/or fire damage were Almond, Whippet & Pickle, Daisey’s Nails & Beauty, Kutting Krew Hair Salon and SW-Ink Tattoo Studio. Trade at the nearby Daisy Lane Books was also affected by building work restrictions.

The fire, which started in Daisey’s, brought the centre of Holmfirth to a standstill with several fire crews in attendance. Various people had to be evacuated but thankfully no-one was hurt.

All the businesses are looking forward to getting back to normal and Emma Faulkner, who runs Daisey’s said the fire has brought traders closer together.

The three shops Daisey’s, Kutting Krew and SW-Ink are all aiming to get back to normal by the end of this month. They have managed to stay open for their customers during the re-fitting and re-decorating work and would ask everyone to call in as normal.

Emma said: “Despite all the building work, we are still open for business as usual. The re-build of Daisey’s is moving along really well and the contractors Ellecourt Properties have been amazing and very considerate of customers going to the businesses on the cobbles.

“It’s great news that Almond is already open and I’m sure the Whippet & Pickle will be back open very soon. I wish them both all the best for the future.

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The three businesses affected by the fire.

“We have all worked together to get some normality back to the cobbles and have become closer as a business network.

“We have been overwhelmed by the support from clients, friends and businesses throughout Holmfirth.

“Personally I am very grateful to Kutting Krew for finding a space for us to work in.

Saturday November 25 has been earmarked for a joint re-opening day, the same day as the Christmas lights switch-on in Holmfirth.’’

The news is not so good for Whippet & Pickle owners Jane Harrop and Liam Malcolmson, now possibly looking to the New Year for re-opening.

Jane said: “Our ground floor was totally gutted and the whole place was smoke damaged. It would be nice to re-open for Christmas but we have to be realistic.

Hopefully we will be back bigger and better than ever.’’

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Almond Boutique reopens HOLMFIRTH’S Almond Boutique is now open again after a nearby fire forced it to close with devastating smoke damage.

New Autumn and Winter ranges have now arrived and the popular Holmfirth boutique is back in business.

Steve O’Brien, whose wife Julia opened the first of the Almond shops in Kirkburton, said: “We are delighted to be back in business in Holmfirth. It’s been a long few months after the fire in August.

“All the stock was ruined with smoke damage and the shop has had to be completely refitted.

“The ground floor is now fully open and the upstairs sale area will soon be ready for both new and loyal customers.

“The fire started late afternoon and we simply had to evacuate quickly.

“Both Julia and I are

delighted with the work that has been done to get the shop back up and running.’’

Almond has been open in Holmfirth for five years following on from the success of the Kirkburton boutique which has been established for 12 years.

Almond is fully committed to the best possible customer service and prides itself on offering a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with

a fabulous choice of outfits for both special occasions and casual day wear.

A range of top brands is always in store, including the latest designs from Penny Black, Masai, Inwear, me & thee along with Numph, all being very distinctive styles.

Rest assured that Almond has all your wardrobe needs covered and has all the latest trends for Autumn and Winter 2017 including floral prints, black glamour for day and night, suits, sparkle and all the rich jewelled tones for the coming season.

Almond’s success is down to sourcing national and international brands which offer fresh and unique styling for the ever-growing customer base.

Accessories and shoes are also available to complete your outfit.

The Holmfirth shop is open Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm.

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By Susan Hampshire AT THIS time of year, the forthcoming festive party season means we all pay closer attention to our hair, nails, make-up, outfits etc but what about our general health and well being.

As winter approaches, it’s even more important to stay in good health and pay attention to both our physical and mental wellbeing.

We all know the Christmas and New Year period brings increased pressures and stress as we all strive to prepare for the festive season.

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If you feel in tip-top condition, you can handle the stress and strain of everyday life much better.

Even a brisk walk on a chilly winter’s day can help with exercise, fresh air and general well being.

Get away from it all for an hour or two and take in the spectacular countryside on our doorstep. Local experts are on hand to help you stay well and healthy this winter with everything from looking after your feet right through to good eye care and keeping your body relaxed and fully balanced to face whatever winter has in store.

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Lorna’s clients are often amazed at how such gentle therapy can have such an impact.

She says “I always get satisfaction when a client feels so much better and I’m always delighted when they are surprised and amazed that the impact is more than they expected!”

Although it would be fairly easy to give a list of conditions, acute or chronic, that respond well to Bowen Therapy, Lorna prefers not to as the reality is that anyone and everyone can benefit from Bowen regardless of age, state of health or the presenting problem.

As each course of treatment is tailored to the individual, Lorna always has a conversation with the client, ahead of booking their first treatment, so that she can understand their needs and start to prepare

Lorna MacLean their treatment programme.

As her business is growing, Lorna has just opened a bespoke treatment room in Honley which is her main base; this unique space is designed to further enhance the overall Bowen experience by providing a safe, calm and relaxing environment with the added bonus of amazing views over the Holme Valley.

However, she also gives treatments at the Holme Valley Wellbeing Centre and, if more convenient for her clients, can be mobile.

For a no-obligation chat about how Bowen Therapy could help you, get in touch with Lorna on 07977 470812 or via email to lorna@ bowentime.co.uk

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Plan ahead for the perfect Christmas

By Susan Hampshire

FOR many, Christmas is the best time of year.

However there’s always so much to think about as Christmas approaches – not least of all, your festive food and gifts.

Whether you want to dine out in the weeks running up to the big day or just stock up on festive food essentials for Christmas and New Year, it’s a great time to meet up with friends and try both familiar and new seasonal tastes.

Now is also the time to make a note of everything you will need to see you through the festive season and get your food order in for your meat, poultry and much more.

If you’re planning to dine out, or simply meet for a pre-Christmas coffee, you need to plan ahead as everywhere is busier at this special time of year. Book a table if you’re eating out and why not try somewhere new

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this time? A new restaurant or cafe could soon become your familiar favourite.

Enjoy your Christmas food this year – and if you do over indulge, remember the diet starts again in January.

Some years it seems harder than ever to find the right gift for your special friend or family member. Even though there is more choice than ever today, it is still tough to find that special something.

This year, why not stay in the local area and take a look at what the shops have to offer.

There’s no need to travel miles to out-oftown shopping centres when you can get everything you need right here on your own doorstep.

What’s the point of driving to other towns and cities to pay a fortune in petrol and parking charges? Take a look in your immediate area and you might be surprised at the wide range of gift ideas.

There’s something for everyone – from delicious chocolates to beautiful candles and china – so get out your Christmas present list and start shopping.

HINCHLIFFE’S FARM SHOP All roads lead to Hinchliffe’s Farm Shop this year for your festive food shopping.

With award winning meats, cheeses and savouries, there’s never been a better time to check out what’s on offer for the festive season at this popular local farm shop on the edge of Netherton village.

To get you in the mood for Christmas food

shopping, why not enjoy a taster session at Hinchliffe’s on Wednesday December 6 when both the farm shop and restaurant will be

open from 5.30pm to 8pm for you to enjoy a wander round at your leisure.

Why not enjoy a glass of mulled wine as you sample some of the tastes and nibbles on offer from Hinchliffe’s suppliers and take a look at special farm shop offers?

It’s also a good time to place your meat, poultry, cheese, wine or stand pie order for Christmas and look at some of the great gift ideas on offer in the farm shop.

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There’s always a good choice of food hampers, freshly baked bread, award-winning bacon and sausages, beers and wines, preserves and much more.

British and Continental cheeses sit alongside cooked meats, pies and savouries, fruit and vegetables to provide much of what you need for the Christmas table.

There’s something for younger members of the family too – under 10s are invited to have Tea with Father Christmas in the restaurant on the same night. For just £10 children can enjoy a hot meal and receive a gift from Santa. All tickets for this need to be booked in advance with the restaurant team.

Meals will also be available for hungry mums and dads.

You can also choose a real Christmas tree while you’re at Hinchliffe’s with a choice of sizes and prices on display outside. In the run-up to Christmas, if you fancy a meal out with friends or family or just an afternoon tea or coffee, why not call at the restaurant and sample some of the delicious food.

There are also some spaces left for the Hinchliffe’s party nights which are held on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout November and December. Get your group of friends or colleagues organised to party the night away. Great food is available all year round in both the shop and restaurant so make a visit to Hinchliffe’s a regular call in 2018.

THE CHOCOLATE BOX Tucked away in a quiet courtyard off Hollowgate in Holmfirth is The Chocolate Box which has been a firm favourite with local shoppers for years, particularly for gift ideas in the run-up to Christmas.

However don’t worry if you’re running short of time as you can now buy online via a

new website www.chocolateandbears.com Primarily known for its extensive range of delicious chocolates and sweets, The Chocolate Box also has a showroom dedicated to the world-famous Steiff teddy bears, other soft toys and now the Steiff Soft and Cuddly range with prices starting from £15. So if you’re looking for a gift for a loved one who has a sweet tooth, or if you’re looking for a Christmas present for a youngster, The Chocolate Box may have the perfect solution.

The chocolate range includes Lindt, retro sweets, fine English and Continental chocolates and also sugar free sweets.

The shop is open Tuesday to Sunday and on-line 24 hours a day.

SHADES OF CHINA Great festive gift ideas are now available at Holmfirth’s popular Shades of China giftware shop in Hollowgate.

This season, shop owner Karen Cartwright has introduced a new range of Melt Candles, made in the North of England in the Ribble Valley near Clitheroe.

The Melt company specialises in producing hand-made, top quality fine fragrance candles in unusual perfume combinations.

The decision to move away from more conventional candle fragrances has created a name for this much-loved brand.

Karen has also introduced a range of Michael Virden Glass. Sure to be popular for Christmas gifts are etched whisky glasses along with other beautiful glassware from this market leader.

If you’re searching for a gift for a younger member of the family, remember that Shades of China has a range of themed china including Harry Potter, Star Wars and Superman.

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HOLMFIRTH’S new coffee lounge is the perfect place to relax from morning until early evening.

Situated in the town’s Civic Hall, the H Coffee Lounge was opened just over a month ago by mother and son Sarah and Scott Wroe, who are both highly experienced in the hospitality industry.

With a range of freshly prepared food, specialist coffees, healthy shakes, wines and beers, it’s an ideal place to meet up with friends any time of day, right into the early evening.

You can choose to sit either inside or take a seat in the outdoor heated area and watch the world go by.

Scott said: “We’d been looking for some premises to open a coffee lounge for some time and this space in the Civic Hall is just ideal for us. After starting from scratch with just an empty room, we have created a

welcoming local coffee lounge which is ideal for all ages.’’

The menu has been created to offer plenty of choice for all tastes and includes a range of delicious sandwiches served on wholemeal, white or sourdough bread.

Warm toasted sandwiches are also proving popular along with light bites which include pate, cheeseboard, Italian antipasto, Spanish tapas meats, trio of nibbles and much more.

Homemade soup is increasingly popular as the days cool off and there are also salads and jacket potatoes available.

A range of coffees, teas and luxury hot chocolate are served – with the option of skinny and soya milk.

If you fancy a glass of wine or a beer with your lunch or to enjoy with friends after work, then you’ll be pleased to know that H

Coffee Lounge has a range of red, white and rose wines, champagne and prosecco along with craft beers, cider and premium lagers and spirits.

As December approaches, Sarah and Scott will be introducing festive food specials to enjoy as you meet up with friends to celebrate the forthcoming Christmas and New Year period.

Scott said: “A coffee lounge, where people can relax any time of day, is just what Holmfirth has been waiting for. Come here, have a coffee or a drink and enjoy some great food.’’

As well as week days, H Coffee Lounge is also open Saturdays and Sundays from 10am so why not call in for a weekend breakfast or later in the day for some food and a drink.

You’ll find it alongside the main Huddersfield Road opposite The Postcard Inn and Crown Bottom car park.

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Farm Shop & Restaurant Britain’s first ever Farm Shop Here at Hinchliffe’s Farm we have something for everyone.

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Raaj of India celebrates Act now if you’re hoping seventh festive season for a Christmas meal out MUMIN Miah and his team at Raaj of India are gearing up for their seventh festive season at their renowned restaurant on Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth.

To keep in step with their discerning and loyal customers, Raaj have invested in a major refurbishment programme.

The restaurant now has a very fresh and stylish look and feel to it very much in keeping with the cutting edge Indian food that they are known for.

At Raaj all dishes are cooked to order for customers, unlike at many Asian restaurants.

In addition to having ample seating for eat-in diners Raaj has a very popular takeaway trade which does not interfere with the comfort of the diners.

Meals ordered over the phone can also be delivered locally within a three mile radius.

Owner, Mumin, said: “Our

new décor has been very well received by customers old and new.

“Customers love our Desi style cooking from the Indian subcontinent and our business continues to grow year on year.

“It is now advisable for customers to prebook at weekends and holiday periods to avoid disappointment.

“This year we have a fantastic Christmas Day menu comprising a special five course meal for just £19.90, with a children’s option at £12.90.

“Booking is essential and also advisable all through Christmas and New Year.”

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IF you are hoping to go out for a Christmas meal with family, friends or work colleagues, it’s essential that you act now.

The festive season will soon be upon us so don’t risk leaving it till the last minute to make that call, or your eagerly awaited gathering could easily end up a damp squib.

Advance booking is an absolute ‘must’ at this time of year, certainly as far as our more popular restaurants, pubs and bistros are concerned.

The clock is definitely ticking, so as long as you don’t dither too much, hopefully there should still be time to reserve the table places that you need at the venue of your choice.

Fair to say, at this stage, it’s a good idea to have a ‘plan B’ at least, and possibly a couple of other options as well.

As far as menu choices are concerned, many of us will veer towards the more traditional.

Even if our tastes tend to

be wide and varied for the rest of the year, we’ll merrily tell ourselves and anyone else who happens to be listening that it just wouldn’t be Christmas without tucking into roast turkey and all the trimmings.

Others might be equally determined to choose an alternative main course, out of personal preference, a desire to be different, or a feeling that sometimes, especially over the course of a festive season, you can have too much of a good

thing.

Dining out on Christmas Day itself has become ever more popular in recent years.

You can save wear and tear on your nerves and furniture, enjoy spending more time with the kids and perhaps most importantly, let someone else do the washing up afterwards.

What are you waiting for?

Whatever day or evening you have in mind, pick up the phone and make that booking without delay!

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Christmas planning at The Butchers Arms FINDING great staff can always be a headache when you run a business but the Butchers Arms in Hepworth struck gold when Josh Carr joined the team.

Josh, who was recently promoted to Front of House manager, has been with the business from day one and has worked his way up through the ranks.

Working in both the bar and the restaurant and as cellar man, his commitment to quality has shone through in his perfect record with Cask Marque beer audits.

Josh has been instrumental in planning the festive period, which is already booking up.

The Christmas menu, which is available from December 1 to December 24 contains some of the usual suspects along with some dishes new to the menu.

Starters of Parsnip and Honey soup with parsnip crisps and mixed game terrine with Christmas spiced

chutney for example.

From locally reared turkey with all the trimmings to Seafood Crepe Mornay for main courses along with Honey Roast Ham and Vegetable Wellington as a vegetarian option are choices for the main courses.

As for New Year, Josh stated: “We wanted a theme for New Year’s Eve that both diners and drinkers could join in with, that’s why I thought “The Seven deadly Sins” would work really well.”

The kitchen has designed a fabulous seven course banquet, (see below) and Josh has managed to source a ‘gin for every sin’!

Both staff and guests are looking forward to dressing up as their chosen sin, each of which also has a colour theme.

With dining, drinking and dancing until the early hours The Butchers Arms never fails to deliver over the New Year.

The menu is as follows: Envy – Spinach and Leek Amuse Bouche.

Pride – Beetroot, goat’s cheese and hazelnut salad.

Anger – Tiger prawns in a red chilli dressing.

Gluttony – Slow roast belly pork, buttered pumpkin mash and sweet potato fries.

Sloth – Selection of blue cheese with quince paste.

Lust – Pink champagne truffles with chocolate dipped strawberries.

Greed – Gold flecked fizz to toast in the New Year.

Christmas and New Year are really special in Hepworth.

The band play alongside scores of carol singers on Christmas Eve outside the pub and the ever popular “Recovery Brunch” on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day make Hepworth a great destination over the festive period, so book early if you want a table!

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What’s On Guide

Wednesday November 15 – Saturday 18, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: The Weir, shadowy tale delving into the dark corners of human lives (7.30pm + 2.30pm Sat); Sat 18, 11am and 2pm, Little Red Robin Hood, a merry mix up in the forest (for ages three to eight), 8pm, Cellar Folk night with Martin Harley, acoustic roots and blues guitarist/singer. Also continuing Monday – Saturday, until November 26, Songs from the Wood and other stories – exhibition showcasing work by Morwenna Catt, internationally exhibiting artist/designer with a specialism in textiles and sculptural textiles, complemented by the work of Lucas Stephens, both artists living and working between the UK and Norway. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Friday November 17 – Saturday 18, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 17, Wishbone Ash, legendary pioneers of twin-guitar rock; Sat 18, The Blockheads, continuing Ian Dury’s unique musical legacy.

Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net Friday November 17 – Sunday 26, Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival: the UK’s largest international festival of new and experimental music, performances at various venues, including the University.

For full details go to hcmf.co.uk Saturday November 18, Holmbridge Rural Christmas Fair: in the Parish Hall, with handmade crafts, gifts, cards, decorations and produce, Santa’s grotto and face painting, morning coffee, lunches, afternoon teas and homemade mulled wine stall, from 10am. Free admission.

Contact Carole Heaton 07803 464

951, holmbridgeruralfairs@gmail. com Saturday November 18, Honley Christmas Lights SwitchOn: fairground rides, on stage entertainment from local groups and musicians in Honley Park, 3pm-7.30pm. The traditional Christmas parade begins outside St Mary’s Parish Church at 6.15pm, led by Yorkshire Traction Honley Band and including Santa on his sleigh. Route: Church Street, Westgate and into the park. The switch-on will take place at approximately 7pm performed by Honley’s very own ‘pet shop boys’ with entertainment, food and drink continuing until 7.30pm.

Sunday November 19, Colne Valley Museum, Cliffe Ash, Golcar (HD7 4PY): Stir Up Sunday – see Mrs Sykes making Christmas puddings. Come and help stir them up and make a wish. Try some upstairs in the Spring Rock Tea Room or take some home for tea, 1pm-4pm. Adults £2.50, £2 concessions, accompanied children FREE. More information: Anne Lord 01484 659762 or 07825 277 902, annelord@ colnevalleymuseum.org.uk Sunday November 19, ‘Meltham Walkers Are Welcome’: A Fair Cop, six-mile walk climbing gently to Deer Hill Reservoir returning via Cop Hill and Helme with extensive views over Meltham and surrounding area.

Meet at Carlile Street car park (HD9 4AE) at 10am. Free to take part. More details online: walking meltham.com Tuesday November 21 and December 5, Honley Probus Club: twice-monthly meeting at Honley Community Centre, Stoney Lane (HD9 6DY), sociable chat, coffee and guest

speaker, 10.30am-noon. Nov 21, A Yorkshire Man in the Lancashire Leagues – Alan Stuttart; Dec 5, High Notes and Low Notes – Jenny Lockwood.

Any retired men in the area are welcome. More information: honleyprobusclub@outlook.com Tuesday November 21 – Sunday 26, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Tues 21, 7pm, Shakespeare Schools Festival; Fri 24, 8pm, Adam Rowe: Unbearable – Liverpool Comedian Of The Year and English Comedian Of The Year finalist; Sat 25, 4pm, HD1 Children’s Dance Showcase – including songs from Chicago, The Wizard of Oz, The Lion King, Peter Pan, It’s a Small World and many more; Sun 26, Sam Amidon, experimental folk artist, singer and multi-instrumentalist (Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival event). Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Wednesday November 22 and December 13, National Trust, Marsden Moor (HD7 6DH): Health Walk, come and enjoy some fresh air, great scenery and good company, 10.45am-1pm. Free event, no need to book. Contact 01484 847016, marsdenmoor@nationaltrust. org.uk Saturday November 25, To Carlecotes and back: moderate, seven-mile ‘bus walk’, meet Liz at Holmfirth Bus Station, 10am, to catch the number 29 bus at 10.15am for a scenic ride out, then walk back to Holmfirth via Winscar and Hades. Anticipated finish time 3pm. Contact Susan, Kirklees Countryside Volunteer 07979 292 781, signpost_kirklees@ yahoo.co.uk Saturday November 25, Holmfirth Parish Church: Advent

Jack and the Beanstalk, at Lawrence Batley Theatre from December 8.

Fair including soup lunch, afternoon refreshments, raffle, cake and gift stalls, plus other attractions, 11.30am-3.30pm.

Join in the fun at the start of Holmfirth’s Town Christmas celebrations.

Saturday November 25, Penistone Paramount: The Soul Jam, 16-piece band with a reputation for one of the best live shows around, from the Memphis sound made famous by the Stax label to classic hits

by Stevie Wonder, Al Wilson, Ike & Tina Turner, Ray Charles and many more. 7.3pm. Ticket information 01226 767532. penistoneparamount.co.uk Saturday November 25, Hepworth Live: regular music night at the village hall – tends to sell out fast, early booking strongly recommended!

Tonight: singer and harpist Rachel Newton, who interprets traditional folk songs in English and Gaelic as well as writing and arranging her own music, plus support Tony Griffin, 8pm (doors 7.30pm). Ticket information 07845 921 527, hepworthlive.com Sunday November 26 – Saturday December 2, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Sun 26, afternoon, Football live on the big screen and in the Box Office bar – Huddersfield Town v Manchester City – the Terriers’ biggest challenge so far in their first ever Premier League season; Sun 26, evening, The South featuring ex Beautiful South singers Dave Hemingway and Alison Wheeler (second date added, due to demand); Thurs 30, Saint Etienne – early ‘90s indiedance hits Nothing Can Stop Us, Only Love Can Break Your Heart and more; Fri Dec 1, Definitely Maybe (Oasis tribute) + guest DJ; Sat 2, Purple Rain - world class live celebration of the music, life and legacy of Prince. Doors open 7.30pm for music events listed. Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net Thursday November 30 – Saturday December 2, Huddersfield Town Hall: Thurs 30, 7.30pm, Orchestra of Opera North – Exotic Homelands, works by Britten, Mozart and Elgar; Fri 1, 7.30pm, Go West! performing all their greatest hits including We Close Our Eyes,

Call Me, Faithful, King of Wishful Thinking and Don’t Look Down; Sat 2, 8pm, Rob Brydon: I Am Standing Up – actor, comedian and host of BBC One panel show Would I Lie To You? Booking on 01484 225755, tickets.kirklees. gov.uk Friday December 1 – Saturday 9, Penistone Paramount: Fri 1 – Sat 2, Cats – Junk Yard Theatre presents the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot – show times 7.15pm both evenings + 2.30pm Sat; Mon 4, 7.30pm, St Agnes Fountain, ‘rhythmed-up’ carols and Christmas music interspersed with laughter and spoken word; Sat 9, 7.15pm, Grand Christmas Concert – join Denby Dale and District Rotary Club for a wonderful evening of music and song from Skelmanthorpe Band, New Mill Male Voice Choir and local soprano Ann Wilkes, proceeds to deserving local and International charities.

Ticket information 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Weekends, Saturday December 2 – Sunday 17, National Trust, Marsden Moor: Come and choose your Christmas tree from a selection of beautiful fir trees, buy a gift and tuck into mince pies and mulled wine, 9.30am-3.30pm. Location: The Old Goods Yard just off Station Road, Marsden (HD7 6DH).Contact 01484 847016, marsdenmoor@nationaltrust. org.uk Saturday December 2, Honley Christmas Market: on Church Street with more stalls in the Village Hall, Scout Hut and Southgate Theatre. Also activities in St Mary’s Parish Church and Christmas Tree Festival at Trinity Church, Moorbottom, with Santa’s grotto, entertainment by Honley Band and Honley Ladies Choir, 10am-4pm. Some venues charge a small entrance charge.

Pick up a programme of events in local shops in Honley.

Saturday December 2 – Sunday 3 and Saturday December 9 – Sunday 10, Colne Valley Museum, Cliffe Ash, Golcar (HD7 4PY): Victorian Christmas fair, freshly made mince pies baked in the Victorian kitchen and Father Christmas sitting by the open fire, 12noon-4pm. Free admission,

Part of your community

NB: charge for games and Christmas gift. More information: Anne Lord 01484 659762 or 07825 277 902, annelord@ colnevalleymuseum.org.uk Saturday December 2, Denby Dale Library, Wakefield Road (HD8 8RX): Accord Singers present a concert to start your Christmas season, with an intriguing mix of seasonal carols alongside poetry and prose, 7.30pm.

Tuesday December 5, Friends of Honley Library: Christmas Poetry Readaround and Literary Quiz – bring your own poems or some favourites to read, or just relax and listen.

Also: Christmas music and festive refreshments, 7pm-9pm, in the library, West Avenue (HD9 6HF).

All welcome. Contact Linda Sharpe: Linda-sharpe@hotmail. co.uk Tuesday December 5 – Saturday 9, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Sketchy At Best, a classic stage revue showcasing some of the finest comedy writers of all time, the likes of Victoria Wood, The Goons, The Two Ronnies, Monty Python, Joyce Grenfell, Rowan Atkinson and Bob Newhart, 7.15pm in the Syngenta Cellar. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Thursday December 7, Honley Ladies Choir: Christmas concert at St Paul’s Church, Armitage Bridge, featuring, back by popular request, flautist Simeon Wood.

For details, contact Lynn Brooks 01484 605937 / 07928 533 103 or go to the newly relaunched website honleyladies.org Friday December 8 – Saturday January 6, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Jack and the Beanstalk – a giant of a pantomime by the creative team behind LBT’s sell-out 2016 show Cinderella, with everything you would expect from a traditional panto – laughs galore, magnificent live music and spectacular costumes.

Performances most days, including Christmas Eve (Sunday 24) & Boxing Day (Tuesday 26).

Box office 01484 430528, thelbt. org Friday December 8 – Saturday 9, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 8, Showaddywaddy, long established as Europe’s most successful exponents of retroinspired rock & roll, with 23 Top 40 hit singles, including the 1976 Number 1 Under The Moon of Love; Sat 9, Fleetwood Bac, tribute show, endorsed

by Mick Fleetwood himself, raved about by Peter Green’s biographer, the only Mac tribute band authentically replicating the classic Stevie/Lindsey/ Christine/John/Mick ‘Rumours’ line-up. Doors 7.30pm both nights. Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net Friday December 8 – Saturday 9, Huddersfield Town Hall: Fri 8, 7.30pm, Huddersfield Choral Society Christmas Concert, with senior and junior choirs conducted by Gregory Batsleer, plus Black Dyke Band; Sat 9, 7.15pm, Honley Male Voice Choir Christmas Concert with Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band, both under the direction of musical director Steven Roberts. Booking on 01484 225755, tickets.kirklees. gov.uk Saturday December 9 – Monday 11, Penistone Paramount: Sat 9, 2.30pm, ‘A Compton Christmas Cracker’, festive music and mirth with Andrew Nix and Kevin Grunill at the console of the four manual Compton Cinema pipe organ. Advance tickets and details: 07944 566 972; Mon 11, 7pm, Vienna Festival Ballet presents The Nutcracker.

Ticket information 01226 767532. penistoneparamount.co.uk

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ONLY 5 HOMES LEFT!

New Showhome Now Open at Pennine Gardens, Holmfirth Breathtaking views; unrivalled specification.

12 four bedroom detached properties. Now only 5 remain.

Homes ready for occupation from February 2018.

From ÂŁ429,950 For more details visit: www.conroybrook.co.uk/new-homes/pennine-gardens-upperthong

Open to view every Saturday & Sunday, 12-4pm. Pennine Gardens, Upperthong, HD9 3EY Appointments to view at other times through: Chris Jowett / Jowett Chartered Surveyors & Estate Agents - 07943 657869 Jonathan Bailey / Conroy Brook - 07748 783070

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Inner townhouse Over 4 floors 4 bedrooms Enclosed rear garden

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Hepworth

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Offers in the region of

ÂŁ253,995 Holmfirth

Attractive fittings Gas CH and UPVC DG Well presented throughout Energy rating 74 (Band C)

Liphill Bank Road

ÂŁ219,995

Holmfirth

Far reaching views Picturesque rural location UPVC & oil fired central heating Energy rating 54 (Band E)

Offers Over

Holmfirth

ÂŁ190,000

Bridley Drive, Slaithwaite

Huddersfield

Modernised end terrace 3 Bedrooms Dining kitchen Modern fittings throughout

Panoramic views over reservoir Unique inner cottage Well presented Period features

Offers in the region of

Oldfield, Honley

Spacious weavers cottage Accommodation over 3 storeys 3 bedrooms Grade II listed

Wheat Close, Holmbridge

Exposed beams & mullioned windows Solid fuel central heating system Sought after rural location No upper chain

Offers in the region of

Unique detached cottage Popular residential location 2 Bedrooms Lounge with log burner

Crowther Close, Slaithwaite

Huddersfield

Semi detached house 3 bedrooms Lounge Dining kitchen

New Street, Meltham

ÂŁ135,000 Holmfirth

uPVC double glazing Gas central heating Garden to front and rear Energy rating 66 Band D)

3 bedrooms Central Meltham location Open plan lounge diner Kitchen with integrated appliances

Offers in the region of

Outlane, Netherthong

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ245,000 Holmfirth

2 bed plus loft room Great charm and character Rural location Energy rating 47 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Character Cottage Deceptively Spacious Garden To Rear 3 Bedrooms

ÂŁ227,950

En-Suite To Main Double Glazing Viewing essential Energy Rating 62 (Band D)

Robin Rocks, Brockholes

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ205,000 Holmfirth

Dining kitchen Full of character Garden to side Energy rating 46 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Detached bungalow Cul-de-sac location 2 bedrooms Parking to the front

Offers in the region of

Penthouse apartment 2 double bedrooms Large open plan living room with high ceilings

Dunford Road

ÂŁ129,950 Holmfirth

Bathroom Shower room UPVC double glazing and GCH Energy rating 40 (Band E)

Gardens to the rear Popular residential location Viewing essential Energy rating 67 (Band D)

Lower Sunny Bank Court, Meltham

ÂŁ149,950 Holmfirth

Gardens to 3 sides Parking and garage Pleasant cul-de-sac Energy rating 71 (Band C)

ÂŁ199,950

2-storey underdwelling Spacious accommodation 2 double bedrooms Large lounge

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ139,950

Modern fixtures and fittings Undercroft parking for 2 cars Duel aspect views, No vendor chain Energy rating 78 (Band C)

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ110,000

Gas CH and UPVC double glazing Modern fittings Garden area Energy rating 62 (Band D)

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Holmfirth

ÂŁ695,000

Successful boutique restaurant and tea room Extensive 3 bedroom living accommodation Quality contemporary interior Set in approx. 5 acres

Sike Close, Totties

Over 5,000 sq ft Sought after rural location Potential to expand existing business Energy rating 82 (Band D)

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

ÂŁ550,000

Modern detached home Attractive semi-rural location 3/4 bedrooms Flexible living accommodation

Extensively refurbished Parking & large double garage Landscaped gardens Energy rating 71 (Band C)

Lightenfield Lane, Netherton

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

ÂŁ495,000

PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED Immaculate 3/4 bed detached character property Master bed with en-suite and dressing room Sleek new dining kitchen

Garden room and games room Garage and gated driveway Rooftop terrace Energy rating 45 (Band E)

Far Lane, Hepworth

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

Spacious and picturesque cottage .

4 bedrooms Air source heating system Delightful village location

ÂŁ575,000

Large well laid out gardens Parking for 4 cars Home office building in rear garden Energy rating 72 (Band C)

New Road

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

Detached true bungalow Large grounds and gardens 3 / 4 bedrooms Offers development potential

ÂŁ500,000

Requires modernisation Gas central heating Double garage Energy rating 53 (Band E)

Acre Lane, Meltham

Offers in the region of

Huddersfield

Executive 4/5 bed detached family home Individually built Quality fixtures and fittings UPVC double glazing

ÂŁ400,000

Automated garage door and alarm Neutral decor, carpets and flooring Generous driveway and garage Energy rating 83 (Band B)

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