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June 2015
Pub music night in memory of road sweeper Adrian By Bronte Matthews A FUNDRAISING music night is being held at the Postcard Inn in Holmfirth in memory of Adrian Smith who has sadly died. Adrian, 69, was assaulted near to KFC on New Street in Huddersfield just after 11pm on May 13. He was taken to Leeds General Infirmary where he died of his injuries the following day. Landlord of the Postcard Inn, Kevin Sanders, has paid tribute to Adrian who was a regular at the pub. Kevin said: “Over the last 18 months Adrian started coming in more and more. He actually spent his last
night with us at the pub. “He had a great love of literature and music. He was also a lover of real ale. We would give him a free taster and he was always so polite, even if he didn’t like it. “It’s a sad loss for the community and we want to give him a good send off.” A night of live music will be held at the Holmfirth pub from 7pm on Friday, June 19, in memory of Adrian. Local bands and artists will perform including Bisley, The Moot, James Munroe and Rhys Hammond Booth. All money raised from the night will go towards planting a tree in the memorial gardens and whatever is left over will go to charity.
REMEMBERED: Adrian Smith Kerry Sykes, who runs Holmfirth Events, has also organised for a memorial bench to be placed in the town. Kevin said: “The night will be an opportunity for everyone to share memories
about Adrian. Every-one has their own stories about him. He was very eccentric and made his own clothes out of duct tape. “I believe Adrian used to be a university lecturer before becoming a road
sweeper for the council.” There will also be a raffle on the night. If anyone has any prizes to donate please take them to Imagine Toy Shop in Holmfirth. Officers investigating the assault on Adrian have charged a 30-year-old man with manslaughter in connection with the death. Jacob Crawshaw, of Emscote Avenue, Halifax, appeared before Bradford Magistrates’ Court on May 16. The case was transferred to Leeds Crown Court. A 23-year-old man, who was arrested in connection with the incident, has been released from police custody with no further action.
Post office apology after closure A POSTMASTER and postmistress have continued to serve residents – after a mix-up left Holmfirth Post Office closed. Mark Harper, who has run the town’s branch for 24 years, finished his contract on April 8 and had planned to move on. However, ‘difficulties’ were experienced and the shop was closed for two weeks before the couple reopened to take temporary charge. Mark said: “We are doing it on a week-by-week basis at the minute.” A Post Office spokesperson said: “We would like to apologise to the residents of Holmfirth for the inconvenience caused by the recent closure of the Post Office. We are extremely grateful to postmistress Pat Harper for agreeing to stay on and reopen the branch in order to provide access to Post Office services to the community. Pat will continue as postmistress until the new agent is able to take over.”
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Yummy Yorkshire:bringing a quirky eye to the art of ice-cream making Advertiser’s announcement TAKE a delicious visit to Yummy Yorkshire. Nestled in the heart of the pennine Yorkshire countryside, lies the little gem that is, Yummy Yorkshire. This local treasure has gained wide acclaim and recognition for its award-winning, delicious artisan ice-cream. As well as tempting classics – amazing in their own right, Yummy Yorkshire also brings a quirky eye to the art of ice-cream making and produce some pretty exciting flavours. This season, try their winky lemon flavour. It is called this because it’s so beautifully tart that you’re likely to pull a winky face when you try it. Then there’s the summer flavour of eton mess or the popular jaffa cake flavour, to name just a couple. The family business is steeped in farming heritage handed down through the generations. Today, visitors to the farm can also enjoy good farmhouse food in The Parlour, with a tempting locally-sourced menu giving lots of choice for breakfast,
brunch and lunch, as well as a daily homemade cake selection. This family friendly destination is open to public from 9am until 5pm daily and has become a mecca for food lovers. On July 18 and July 19, the festival atmosphere comes to Yummy Yorkshire with Tractor Fest. This weekend of fun, will include a display of vintage tractors and nostalgic farming equipment, along with a range of workshops and activities to keep the children entertained. There will be chocolate workshops for children from 4 years plus. Children will learn about the origins of chocolate and make their own creations to take home. Sarah McDermott, local children’s author, will run a storytelling session. Her new book follows the characters through a delicious adventure in the magical kingdom of Choclandia. There will be a young-un’s barn dance, interactive storytelling with StarMover and kids zone with hook-a-duck, bouncy castle, giant slide, facepainter and ride-on-train. Live music will come from Thurlstone Brass Band and
Toby Burton, who is an up and coming singer-songwriter from Sheffield. The festival spectacle becomes complete with displays by the Huddersfield Giants’ cheerleaders. Visitors can also take part in hilarious toe-tapping and energetic fun with The Rhythm Chaps, a live Ceilidh band. In keeping with the culinary passion of Yummy Yorkshire, there will also be an abundance of street food on sale for visitors, a beer tent, Penistone’s Artisan fayre and plenty of ice-cream. Yummy Yorkshire’s owner Jeremy Holmes said: “We’re gearing up for a festival atmosphere with lots of family fun and we look forward to showcasing our passion for food, alongside a nostalgic look at the type of vehicles that previous generations of our farming family would have used.” Tickets cost £5 and are available from The Parlour, on 01226 762551 or online at yummyyorkshire.co.uk. For further information visit www.yummyyorkshire.co.uk/ tractor-fest.
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Plans in place to boost the area economy By Josh Timlin BOOSTING the Holme Valley’s economy has been high on the agenda since a university project chose to focus on the area. Following on from Manchester Metropolitan University’s High Street UK 2020 scheme, Holmfirth Enterprise and Development (HEAD) has continued to look at ways in which the area’s economy could be bettered. After an initial meeting was held on April 27, a tasking group has now been set up to look at aspects including infrastructure, online marketing, branding, broadband and attractions. Margaret Dale, project co-ordinator for High Street UK 2020, said: “We agreed to set up three task groups to take action on the issues we felt were most important to the economy. “We recognised that each was a big area to tackle and that the creation of sub-groups would allow more time to identify what actions to take and harness people’s enthusiasm and time to best effect. “The digital economy sub-group will carry out a survey to map the speed of
broadband connections across the Valley to gather the information needed to lobby for improvements as a first step. “The branding sub-group decided that, since the topic was broad and far-reaching, they should meet again to devote more time. “This information will help HEAD transform what it does and how it can provide better services for the Holme Valley's businesses.” Manchester Metropolitan University’s project saw Holmfirth being picked as one of the ten towns involved in the study about the decline of the traditional high street. Its final report urged local businesses to adapt to changing shopping patterns or face a tougher future. Professor Cathy Parker, from the university, said: “Speciality towns like Holmfirth benefit from an attractive location and history but to make the most of this, retailers and other important groups need to work together to create a more memorable experience for visitors and communicate about the town more effectively.”
A Brockholes cake maker has bagged himself a national award because of the design of his wedding cakes. Oliver Schofield, was crowned ‘Best Wedding Cake Designer’ at this year’s Wedding Awards. He originally started out as a welder but when Oliver was diagnosed with ME he left his job and pursued his life-long passion of baking. “I’ve always liked baking since I was at school, so I took a course in decorating cakes and I just kept practicing as much as I could.”
Police investigation linking shop raids By Bronte Matthews POLICE are investigating after raiders have targeted the Co-op in Holmfirth for a second time. The suspects damaged a shutter and smashed glass to gain entry in the early hours of May 27.
Cigarettes were stolen but the amount is not clear at this stage or if anything else was stolen. Investigating officers believe previous incidents that took place on May 20, also at Holmfirth, and May 12 at the Lithwaite Co-op are linked.
Police are looking for three suspects who were wearing motorcycle helmets and are believed to be from outside the Huddersfield area. Any witnesses who saw the suspects or a black 4x4 vehicle are asked to contact 101.
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Local acts ready to entertain community festival visitors By Bronte Matthews
Councillor Paul White has taken over as Meltham Town Mayor from Councillor Edgar Holroyd-Doveton recently. Councillor Holroyd-Doveton is pictured handing over his mayoral chains to Councillor White.
HONLEY Business Association is inviting local residents to the Honley Community Festival on Saturday, June 6. The ever-popular Church Street market will be in place between 10am and 4pm, packed full of stalls with goods offered by local traders. From 12noon-10pm, there will be a programme of entertainment showcasing the talents of local acts, in the grounds of the People’s Park in Honley. There will be food stalls in the park catering for all tastes, from Malaysian and Indian cuisine to burgers and vegetarian food. Tickets for entry are £3 for adults, £1 for children and a family ticket is £8. All money raised from the ticket sale will be ploughed back into improving Honley for the benefit of the whole community. Liz Wood, chairman of the Honley Business Association said: “We have great plans to make Honley an even better place to live, work and visit. The funds raised by this event will make a real difference to the entire community.”
An art competition with the theme Honley community is being held alongside the festival. All entries will be exhibited in the park on the day. Anyone interested in taking part should contact June at zebrajewelleryltd@ntlworld.com. Anyone wishing to have a stall, provide entertainment, or lend their
support by volunteering should also contact June. Honley Business Association will be taking part in this year’s Yorkshire in Bloom. Anyone with green fingers who has a bit of spare time and would like to get involved with the project should visit Liz Wood at Gert’s Florist in Church Street.
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Turbine plan exceeds target By Bronte Matthews LONGLEY Farm and Holmfirth Transition Town (HoTT) have joined forces to create a community-owned wind turbine project in the Holme Valley. The 400kW unit will be erected on the same site as the Longley Farm wind turbine and should be working before next winter. When the original turbine was commissioned in 1986, it was thought to have been the first commercial installation in England. The new turbine will provide around a third of Longley Farm’s electricity consumption and will save around 475 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year. Longley Farm offered HoTT the opportunity to partner with them to erect the new turbine and agreed to underwrite the costs until sufficient public investment was achieved.
A spokesperson said: “The minimum investment target of £400,000, towards the cost of dismantling the old wind turbine and constructing the new one, has been exceeded. “The new project has been set up as a Community Benefit Society, in order to manage and maintain the turbine, whose operating life is projected as twenty years. “Anyone with an investment in the project will automatically become a member of the society, as well as earn a dividend.” Members will be entitled to stand for election as a director at the annual general meeting. HoTT and Longley Farm are also working together to set up the Bright Green Community Trust. The Trust will invite applications for grants or loans to fund sustainability projects in the Holme Valley.
Holme Valley sheds being targeted by thieves CRIMINALS have targeted sheds in the Holme Valley recently, with two burglaries being reported in the space of one week. An attempted shed burglary took place on Highfield Crescent in Meltham at around 3am on May 5. The suspects were disturbed be a neighbour and nothing was
stolen. The second shed was targeted on Cliffe Road in Holmfirth between 12.30am and 8.30am on May 7. Suspects gained entry by cutting the shed’s lock and stole a quad bike which has since been found. West Yorkshire Police are urging local residents to try
and keep homes and belongings as secure as possible. A police spokesperson said: “If you require an officer to come out to give you crime prevention advice please ring your local Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team at Holmfirth on 01484 436855.”
Probus tribute to former speaker finder HONLEY Probus Club has held its annual general meeting recently, where tributes were paid to former speaker finder, Bill Sewell, who has sadly died. Thanks were given to social secretary, Neil Tinker, who has organised events such as coach trips and lunches. At the meeting, it was reported that around 50 members attend two meetings per month at Honley
Probus Club. Colin Rawcliffe took over as president and Mike Wood has taken over as chairman for 2015/2016. The club is for retired or semi-retired men and meets at Honley Community Centre, Stony Lane, Honley on the first and third Tuesday of each month 10.30am12noon. New members welcome. For information visit the community link at www.honleyvillagetrust.org.uk
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Film has first screening in over a century By Bronte Matthews
Library friends raise money for hospice By Bronte Matthews FRIENDS of Honley Library hosted a coffee morning and raffle recently to fundraise for Kirkwood Hospice. The event also aimed to raise awareness of the specialist care they provide for people with life threatening illnesses, and the
support they give to family, carers and friends. Lots of people attended the coffee morning. Visitors were able to buy Kirkwood Hospice gifts and enjoy refreshments along with delicious home-made cakes. A total of £155 was raised. Friends of Honley Library would
like to thank all who attended. Honley Library have two upcoming events. Peter Marshall, of Honley Civic Society will be give a talk at 7.30pm on June 8. On July 28, there will be a summer poetry session which will take place at 7.15pm. Call 01484 222340 to reserve your place.
A RECENTLY discovered historic film of Holmfirth has had its first screening in over a century in the Picturedrome cinema. The can of old film was found in Helen J Bray Studio, the professional photographers in Holmfirth. “This roll of film has been in our studio for as long as I’ve been alive but I had forgotten all about it,” Helen said. When Holmfirth Film Festival heard of the discovery, it offered to pay the costs of the film’s restoration. Local film historian Heather Norris Nicolson and local film-maker Tim Copsey soon realised that this would be a major task. The film was in an advanced state of deterioration and it was a nitrate film which can be highly flammable. Expert handling was sought from the Yorkshire Film Archive which has been of great assistance in arranging for the film to be restored
and scanned by the British Film Institute in London and digitally transferred. Heather said: “Discovering film that dates from before the First World War is really fascinating. These crowded scenes offer a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of Holmfirth before the First World War. “The film-maker – possibly from local film studio, Bamforth and Co. – captured a real sense of occasion: people wearing smart clothes, women in large brimmed hats, boys in plus fours grinning at the camera. We now need all our combined skills to trace what that important occasion was. “This will be quite an adventure.” After restoration and digital copying the original film has been sent to a special conservation regional facility run by the British Film Institute where nitrate films are stored. The film was screened at the Holmfirth Picturedrome on Monday, May 18.
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Artist Ashley’s pride as he uncovers his father’s medals and his bravery By Olivia Taylor A WELL-KNOWN local artist has discovered details of his father’s heroic war efforts after finally tracking down his medals. Watercolour artist Ashley Jackson’s father died in the jungles of Borneo in WW2 when Ashley was just 18 months old. Private Norman Valentine Jackson’s war medals were earned during the Far Eastern conflicts of World War II. He became part of a search and destroy logistics team in a role that was influential in assisting the British Empire during the War. Norman was interned by the Imperial Japanese Army at Kuching before being sent to Labuan where after attempting to escape numerous times was made to dig his own grave and was shot into it. Ashley said: “I’ll always
remember when I was about 16, I wrote in my diary: Dad, I’ve got a Japanese camera, but I could’ve had you. “It’s the generals that write the books and the ordinary lads and lasses that die.” It was his father’s death and his mother’s wish to remarry a Yorkshire man that brought Ashley as a young boy to Huddersfield, and the Yorkshire moorland that he has captured for over 60 years through his paintings. Ashley said: “I am extremely proud to receive my father’s medals, it can never bring him back but it means that it is publicly recognised that he fought and died not just to protect my mum and I, but for King and Country. “It is a shame that she is no longer around to see the medals.” Ashley is urging people like him to go to the
government website, fill in the form and see if their loved ones have any unclaimed medals. Ashley added: “I advise anyone to take a look at the website and fill in what you know. “I don’t do internet I’ve all on using the telephone so I want to show people just how easy it is. “I’ve finally got his medals now and I’m chuffed to bits. His medals are framed along with the letter he received from King George.” Government website; https://www.gov.uk/the-
ministry-of-defence-medaloffice
Ashley Jackson with his father’s war medals.
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Delayed store to open in July By Josh Timlin
Country park plan aims to boost tourism By Bronte Matthews PLANS have been revealed to create a huge country park on 6,000 acres of land around Farnley Tyas aimed at increasing tourism and economic development in the area. The proposals also state the country park will create jobs and improve health and well-being of local people by providing easy access to green space. Farnley Country Park could provide camping,
glamping, outdoor pursuits, aerial adventures, off-road tracks for cycling, walking, running and riding and BMX tracks. A ‘hub’ on site would provide parking, facilities, cafés, possibly an education centre and event area, and rural businesses such as a farm shop and garden centre. For this to be possible the land would need to be released from greenbelt statues. The plans state that conservation will remain a
priority and dedicated nature reserve and conservation areas will be integral to the park. Brothers Paul and John Sykes, who own and run Farnley Estates, are now asking members of the public to vote either yes or no to the plans. Paul said: “I want my grandchildren to look at Farnley Estates and be proud of what we’ve created.” To cast your vote visit www.peopleforthepark.co.uk
SAINSBURY’S new store in the Riverside Shopping Centre has been delayed. Having been awarded planning permission by Kirklees Council a year ago this month, the retail giant had set its sights on opening its ‘Local’ branch in mid-February. However, the date never materialised and residents have been ‘left without answers’. Sophie Aldridge, 49, of Thongsbridge, said: “There’s a sign up saying it will be open in the summer, but I don’t think the people of Holmfirth are holding out much hope to be honest. “It must be the third time a date has been given, but nobody has told us what
happened to cause the delays. Everyone is looking forward to its opening but I think it could have been handled much better.” Holmfirth resident Harry Spencer, 64, added: “I was under the impression it was opening in February, but having gone by the entrance since it’s been like a building site for the last few months. “Nobody seems to know what’s happening. People are rightfully getting annoyed by the constant delays.” A spokesperson for Sainsbury’s told the Review: “We are looking forward to bringing a new store to Holmfirth and with it a number of benefits including new jobs, charity fundraising and providing more shopping choice for local
people. “We will keep everyone updated about our exciting store launch nearer the time. We are continuing to work on the site and look forward to opening our new shop in July.” Margaret Dale, chairman of Keep Holmfirth Special, welcomed Sainsbury’s arrival. She said: “We are very happy as it is a good thing for the town. It will be a great addition and it is perfectly positioned. “We are all for new investment from big companies and we look forward to welcoming Sainsbury’s to Holmfirth.” The store – which will open daily from 7am to 11pm – will create 25 new jobs.
Garden event boost for teenage cancer charity THERE will be an open gardens event at Pavilion Way in Meltham to raise money for charity on Sunday, July 12. The event will take place between 2pm and
5.30pm. There will be a plant sale, tombola and children’s quiz, as well as refreshments and home made cakes. Entry is £3 and it is
free for accompanied children. All proceeds will go to the Teenage Cancer Trust in memory of Megan Fox. For further details contact 07912 513236.
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Dates given for popular event
Arts Festival has lots lined up ... By Bronte Matthews RESIDENTS of the Holme Valley are getting ready for the Holmfirth Arts Festival. The festival takes place from June 11 until June 21, and will include a mixture of music, art, comedy, theatre and literature. There are lots of events in picturesque village halls and churches, cafes and teashops, Holmfirth’s atmospheric Picturedrome, up on the hills overlooking the town and in surrounding woodland. One of the festival highlights is a walk to explore the strange tales and myths of the Holme Valley on June 14. The walk will start in the centre of Holmfirth outside the Parish Church at 5pm, and 90 minutes later will conclude with a view of Fabric Lenny’s
Totems, Tales and Talismans exhibition and a drink at Up Country. Tell Tale Hearts present Trunk Tales on June 13 and June 16. This is an outdoor adventure for the whole family to enjoy which includes a walk to private woodland, crafts and play. The group will meet at Mearhouse Farm at 4.45pm. Another festival highlight is the Escher String Quartet who will perform on June 17. The Quartet was a BBC New Generation Artist from 20102012, giving debuts at both Wigmore Hall and BBC Proms at Cadogan Hall. They have been praised for their musical insight and rare tonal beauty. For more information about the events on offer visit www.holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk.
Above: the Escher String Quartet and, below, Trunk Tales
THE date for an event described as a ‘Holme Valley institution’ has been announced. This summer’s Holmfirth Food and Drink Festival – now in its tenth year – will take place in its usual town centre locations on September 26-27. Last year’s event was attended by thousands, bringing the town to a standstill at the sun shone over the entire weekend. The much-loved festival pulled in at estimated 40,000 people, delivering its promise of being the biggest one yet. Over 70 stalls appeared at the festival, which was organised by Holmfirth Enterprise and Development (HEAD), featuring everything from Malaysian cuisine to locally made jams, pickles and chutneys. Founder Greg Christofi, from the Holme Valley Parish Council, said: “It’s very much an institution now and we’re happy to announce it’s returning for its tenth birthday. It’s always very busy, well organised and massively popular.”
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Advertiser’s announcement
Looking back: Moments from last year’s Honley Show.
Plenty in store for prestigious rural show RESIDENTS are gearing up for the Honley Agricultural Show, which is taking place on Saturday, June 13. Honley Show is one of the most prestigious and well-attended rural shows in the county. In addition to the animal, countryside and craft categories, there is always a variety of entertainment for all to enjoy. Now in its 93rd year, the showground remains one of the region’s best venues for a range of activities, agricultural events, stands and displays. This year the main ring will play host to Inch Perfect Trials – a motorcycle stunt team. Other main ring attractions include a birds of prey display, the tractor parade and the welcome return of the Beagles and Hounds. There will be a traditional brass band, donkey rides and the ever popular agility displays from Springers Dog Club. In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Springers Dog Club will be providing special goody bags and treats for dogs. The main attraction of the show is the thousands of exhibits including horses, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, dogs, rabbits, poultry, mice, cavies, eggs and handicrafts. Plus hundreds of trade and craft stalls. Tickets are £9 for adults and £4 for children. Before the day they are £7 for adults and £3 for children. Local shops in Honley and Holmfirth are selling tickets. For more information visit the show website at www.honleyshow.co.uk.
CCTV plan amid intimidation complaints By Bronte Matthews CCTV will be placed in Meltham after residents complained about young people gathering and intimidating people. Councillor Edgar Holroyd-Doveton told the Review that the council have been working with a security firm in Holmfirth on the long-standing project. Members of the public are being consulted over the plans for 16 cameras in two locations in the centre of the village. It is believed that some of the CCTV footage will show the outside of people’s homes. The affected residents will be asked if they would like their homes to be removed from the filming. The project is set to cost the council several thousands of pounds. Councillor Holroyd-Doveton said: “This has been two years in the making and comes following the demand from local residents. It all came about when young people started to gather in the village and intimidate people. Although it was quiet last winter, we still decided CCTV would be a good idea. “We have listened to local residents and now we have a clear plan. It is hoped the CCTV will go up in the next couple of months.”
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Councillor calls for shake-up to create more parking spaces By Josh Timlin A HOLMFIRTH councillor has called for a radical shake-up of the town centre to allow more parking spaces to be made. Greg Christofi wants to see the town’s long-running problems come to an end and says knocking down the existing Post Office building and replacing it with a purpose-built car park is the way forward. He said: “Sainsbury’s is coming to the Riverside, yet there are no spaces for customers with cars. “It would make sense to relocate
the Post Office into the Riverside and building a car park on its site. That way, footfall for the shopping centre would increase and Holmfirth would finally have a proper, full-size car park."” Last summer, architecture students from the University of Huddersfield showed off their hypothetical designs to rectift Holmfirth’s issues, with many basing their overhauls around its lack of parking spaces. Second-year student Alex Malkin, 20, said: “It is clear after a walk around that there is no public square and major car park which
are usually central to a town’s environment. “In my redesign, I attempted to open up the space and direct traffic flow elsewhere. “A larger, underground car park complex was also part of my plan to help improve the issue.” Coun Christofi added: “We are a tourist town but we have no suitable car park. In the busier months it is at gridlock. There just aren’t enough spaces in Holmfirth.” What do you think? Email news@holmevalleyreview.co.uk and have your say.
Witnesses sought to assault on teenagers By Josh Timlin POLICE are appealing for witnesses after two teenagers were assaulted by a group in the Crosland Moor area. The two male victims, aged 18 and 19, were in Sunningdale Road at around 8.30pm on May 20 when they were approached by a group of six to seven males - armed with weapons including metal poles and a knife. The 18-year-old suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries while the 19year-old suffered minor injuries. Detective Inspector Stef Wiseman, of Kirklees District CID, said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area around the time of this offence who
recalls seeing a group of males or who saw or heard anything that could help our ongoing enquiries. "While we understand that this incident may cause some concern in the local community, it appears that this was a targeted attack and extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace those involved. "Anyone with information is asked to call DC 5991 Morrison in Kirklees District CID via 101. Information can also be given anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111." An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and is currently in custody.
University survey looking at life in the Holme Valley By Josh Timlin HOLME Valley residents and would-be tourists have been urged to take part in a university survey about the area. Lynne Hibberd, a senior lecturer in media and cultural studies at Leeds Beckett, is fronting the Navigating Holme project.
She said: “I’m looking at everyday life in the Holme Valley, so I'm keen to interview anyone who calls Holmfirth and the surrounding areas ‘home’, as well as any tourists or day-trippers to the area. The research as a whole is looking at how we make sense of places and areas, the kind of roles that regional and local identities
play in how we understand place and belonging, and how we have a sense of connection to the land and built environments. “We are exploring how people interact with place on a sensory level. It’s how we experience places through sight, sound and smell, how we engage with the land through touch or growing
vegetables to eat and form opinions and attachments to places by seeing them on TV and film. “The Navigating Holme project explores how the people of the Holme Valley situate themselves in relation to their factual and fictionalised cultural heritage, the land and the built environment. The project examines the ways in
which appropriations of and allusions to Last of the Summer Wine are used in practical daily life, as guides, directions, shared reference points and experiences. “We would love more people to get in touch.” Email l.a.hibberd@leedsbeckett.ac.uk if you would like to take part.
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Dave Davies and Mel Armstrong accept the cheque for food bank volunteers from Locala Chairman, Mark Sanders OBE.
Receiving the grant on behalf of Holme Valley Mountain Rescue, Tony Burrie and Gill Howarth with Locala Chairman, Mark Sanders OBE.
Triple celebration as Holme Valley community groups are awarded grants By Bronte Matthews THREE Holme Valley community groups are celebrating after having been awarded grants from Locala Community Partnerships. Holme Valley food bank volunteers received £300 to pay for a year’s worth of public liability insurance. The volunteers provide emergency food supplies and gave out almost 400 bags last year. Wooldale and Holme Valley Meals on Wheels were given £250 towards printing costs and buying more four-portion tiffin tins to help distribute the meals to their clients. Holme Valley Mountain Rescue collected £500 which will be used to buy new lighting and torches for their volunteer team when
they are out helping the police and ambulance service. Locala Community Partnerships is a community interest company which provides NHS community healthcare services in and around Kirklees. As a community interest company, Locala is allowed to make a surplus but must plough that back into the community. Chairman Mark Sanders OBE said: “Locala is delighted to support local groups again in this way. There is absolutely no doubt about the value of your work in the local community.” Community groups and charities will soon be invited to apply for the next round of grants. More information can be found about the fund on the Locala website at www.locala.org.uk.
Wooldale and Holme Valley Meals on Wheels Treasurer Joan Firth and Organiser Angela Payne accept the cheque from Locala Chairman, Mark Sanders OBE.
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New facility for reporting tensions By Bronte Matthews
Meltham Walkers are Welcome group are urging locals to help clear Honley Wood of weeds. On Sunday May 24 a working party spent the morning pulling up the Himalayan Balsam weed in order to prevent it spreading across Honley Wood even more. A spokesperson from Meltham Walkers are Welcome said: “We had a busy morning pulling up Himalayan Balsam in Honley Wood. It is easy to pull up if you catch it when young but once fully grown it pops seeds and spreads. It is talking over sections of Honley Wood so if you are walking through, please pull it up and leave to rot back.”
Police in appeal over stone theft WEST Yorkshire Police are urging residents to keep an eye out for Yorkshire stone theft. Residents might see old stone tiles being removed from roofs in a variety of rural locations, such as outside a church, from someone’s garden or in the middle of a town or village. It might look like an innocent activity but there is often no way of knowing if it is a genuine job or theft. Police are asking members of the
public to contact them if they see the removal of stone or stone tiles, no matter if it looks like legitimate activity. You can give this information to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, if you don’t want to contact the police. This can be done anonymously on the phone on 0800 555 111 or by filling in an online form on the Crimestoppers website. If you see a crime taking place, report it on 999 or for non-emergency calls, dial 101.
A NEW online reporting facility is now available on the Kirklees Council website for local residents to report community tensions to the authorities. Community tensions describe situations where residents feel concerned, anxious or fearful. Some examples of this might be anti-social behaviour, planning applications for change of use of community buildings or an increase in hate crime. All information received will be treated in the strictest of confidence and contributes towards the development of a tensions rating for the district which is used to track threat levels and to help inform any appropriate actions. Councillor Graham Turner said: “The new online reporting will ensure any potential
tensions are addressed at the earliest possible stage. “It offers an easy way for local people to share any concerns they may have about community tensions. “If community tensions are not effectively managed, there is a danger that they may be a catalyst for more extremist behaviour, leading to disorder and potentially threatening the peace and stability of local communities. “In these difficult and uncertain times its vital that we all do all we can to ensure we have vibrant, safe communities for all our residents to live in and this new system will help us in achieving this goal.” The new online reporting mechanisms can be accessed by selecting the relevant link from the report a crime and safety issue section on the www.kirklees.gov.uk/yourneig hbourhood web page.
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We are celebrating a number of Community Champions in this issue: In December 2014, Suzanne Dufton of Brockholes was nominated for her work with Honley Library and for being instrumental in setting up the Friends of Honley Library. Just before Christmas 2014, before the Award could be presented, the Council received the very sad news that Suzanne had died. Following discussions with her husband Stephen Dufton and representatives of the Friends of Honley Library, it was agreed that Stephen ZRXOG UHFHLYH WKH $ZDUG RQ 6X]DQQH¡V behalf; he and his daughter attended the presentation ceremony which took place immediately after the Annual Parish Meeting in April 2015. They are seen here, after Stephen had received the DZDUG IURP WKH &RXQFLO¡V &KDLUPDQ (2014-15), Cllr Mandy Walker. A monetary award was also presented to representatives of the Friends of +RQOH\ /LEUDU\ PDGH E\ WKH &KDLUPDQ IURP KHU WKH &KDLUPDQ¡V &KDULW\ Allowance. The second award, also presented by Cllr Mandy Walker (Chairman 2014 -15) at the Annual Parish Meeting, was made to Mrs Doreen Whiteley and her son Luke. They take their dog Archie for a walk every day around the Upper Holme Valley, including Digley, Flush House and surrounding areas. They are passionate about the place in which they live and whilst out walking they collect a huge amount of litter every day. They do this without complaint and are never surprised at what they find! Once the litter etc. is collected, with litter picker and gloves, Mrs Whiteley and Luke take the litter home and sort it for recycling or disposal in the normal grey bins. The service that they are providing for the benefit of the residents, cyclists and tourists is invaluable to the Upper Holme Valley and completely selfless on their part. They were nominated by Mrs Lizzie Large, who feels they are the unsung heroes of this unique part of the Holme Valley. Nominate your own Community Champion! Do you know someone who you would like to nominate as a Holme Valley Community Champion? 7KH\ GRQ¡W KDYH WR EH IDPRXV RU grand, they just need to have done something out of the ordinary to help the general community of the Holme Valley. We normally feature one Champion in each edition of the Holme Valley Voice, to celebrate their outstanding contribution to our area. If you would like to nominate someone, let us have their details (using the form below) or email/write to us at the usual address. <RXU QRPLQDWLRQ IRU &RPPXQLW\ &KDPSLRQ                                  %ULHIO\ VD\ ZK\ \RX WKLQN WKH\ DUH D &RPPXQLW\ &KDPSLRQ                                                                                                                                     <RXU QDPH DGGUHVV DQG SKRQH QXPEHU                                                                  
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Art in the Woods 2014 This popular outdoor art trail returned to Holmfirth Arts Festival in 2014 with support from Holme Valley Parish Council, landowner Tim Kirk, curators Sarah Branson and Jamie Frost, Trudi Entwistle and Yorkshire Festival, local historian Alan Tinsdeall and designer Alan Hardy. In addition to the 10 day trail showcasing the work of 20 local artists and groups, this year's event also featured: x professional development for participating local artists through a one day workshop in creating work for outdoor spaces, led by Yorkshire site specific artist Trudi Entwistle, supported by Yorkshire Festival x a public prize for their favourite three artworks, which in 2014 went to North Light Potters for Turn Over a New Leaf (ÂŁ400 - this has enabled the group to buy additional equipment, including a potter's wheel), 2nd prize (ÂŁ150) went to Mick Kirkby-Geddes for Litter and 3rd prize (ÂŁ50) went to Judith Brown for Wonderland Recycled - a total of 612 votes were cast x two additional walks, based around the installation, which together attracted 41 people. These walks included opportunities for families to create responses to the work on show, and added depth to the audience experience x an opportunity for audiences to draw on pebbles to show that they had visited Art in the Woods - a remarkable 1,979 pebbles were collected during the 10 days, often featuring lovely witty, personalised drawings on the stones x use by many visiting groups, including a class of 30 children from Holmfirth J&I school (Nabb), who walked to the woods from school to do a creative writing session inspired by art and the woodland; a group of children on a residential at Shepley's Cliffe House for a field trip; New Mill Church took a weavers' group and local scout groups also visited. Fiona Goh, Festival Director, Holmfirth Arts Festival
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I’m proud of a positive local campaign ... WELCOME to my first Holme Valley Review column of a new Parliamentary term. I’d like to start by thanking everyone who put their trust in me to continue as the Member of Parliament for our beautiful part of Yorkshire. It is an honour to have been re-elected as your Member of Parliament. It was around 6am on Friday 8th May that it was announced that I had been re-elected with a majority of 5,368 and with 44.4% of the vote. I am proud we ran a locally focussed positive campaign. It was a great team effort and I am delighted to have increased my majority and received over 25,000 votes, the most for a Colne Valley MP since 1951. I really enjoyed the month of April out campaigning. My step counter
on my phone tells me I walked 190 miles whilst knocking on doors and chatting to local people. I got a tan and when I get asked if I’ve been away on holiday I just say I’ve been up at Hade Edge and Holme village in the spring sunshine. All the walking gave me a good appetite so my team and I had regular refuelling stops at the Bridge in Holmbridge, the Oil Can Cafe in Hepworth, the Wills O’Nats in Meltham and the Fleece Inn up at Holme, amongst others. I managed to take a couple of hours’ break from campaigning to see the wonderful Tour de Yorkshire cyclists whizz through Meltham. The streets were packed and there was a real buzz in the crowd as our area is now well truly on the cycling map.
Parliamentary Corner I’m keeping my office in Holmfirth opposite Ashley Jackson’s gallery and we’re already helping hundreds of constituents with a variety of issues once again. I’m looking forward to my annual week of volunteering in the summer and holding another Jobs Fair later this year; watch this space! As always, if you would like to visit Parliament or ever need my help, please get in touch. My Holmfirth office is at 24 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS opposite Ashley Jackson’s gallery. Telephone 01484 688364 or 688378, and email jason.mccartney.mp@parliament.uk.
Jason McCartney MP
Meals service looking for more clients to serve By Bronte Matthews MEALS on Wheels in the Holme Valley are appealing for more clients in order to extend the service they offer. At the moment they have 12 volunteers and on an average between 12 and 15 clients receiving the meals. Neil Hirst, of Penny Lane Cafe, cooks the meals which are usually a meat and vegetable dish and a pudding. Meals are transported in a tif-
fin tin, so it keeps warm for at least two hours. As well as appealing for my client, the organisation are also welcoming new volunteers. On average volunteers would only have to deliver once every four weeks and for around an hour, depending on their round on that day. Co-ordinator Angela Payne said: “Most of us are car owners and drivers but, not all of us are. We give petrol expenses. We meet every sev-
eral weeks to discuss the rota so everyone knows who they are on duty with and their commitment for those weeks. “We have also had enquiries about launching a separate meals on wheels service in Honley. If anyone is interested in starting up a Honey Meals on Wheels service, then we would offer help, support and advice.” If you would like to get involved contact Angela on 01484 685009.
The assignment of a commercial property lease: Restrictions should be considered carefully BUSINESS leases usually contain restriction preventing the tenant from freely dealing with their interest in a lease. Typically such restrictions are likely to limit the tenant’s ability to assign their lease to a third party. The purpose of such restrictions is to allow the landlord to retain a degree of control over who the tenant occupying the property is and to protect the landlord’s interest in the property. For example, a landlord may wish to resist the assignment of a lease to a new tenant who is not of good financial standing. If a lease contains no restrictions the tenant could potentially freely transfer their lease to a third party.
The lease is likely to contain an absolute prohibition against assignment of part of the property however the whole of the property demised by the lease may be assigned with the consent of the landlord. In such a case pursuant to The Landlord and Tenant Act 1927 it can be implied that the landlords consent to the assignment of the whole of the lease cannot be unreasonably withheld. Failure by tenant to comply with the requirements in the lease in connection with an assignment would result in a breach of the terms of the lease. The landlord could then potentially claim against the tenant for damages and/or forfeiture (determination of the lease) following the
breach. The landlord will usually provide their consent to an assignment by way of a formal licence to assign. The landlord may then seek to assign their lease by way of a transfer deed or deed of assignment depending on whether the lease is registered with the Land Registry. Bailey Smailes can act of behalf of landlords and tenants in the assignment of leases and in all types of commercial property transactions. Simon Best, A solicitor at Bailey Smailes Solicitors This article is for general guidance only. Action should not be taken without obtaining specific legal advice.
‘The purpose of such restrictions is to allow the landlord to retain a degree of control over who the tenant occupying the property is and to protect the landlord’s interest in the property’
with Jason McCartney MP
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Gardening tips for the month ahead
June:such a busy month in the garden Provided by Totties Garden Centre Pinch outer shoots on tomatoes and feed them. Harvest lettuce radish, first early potatoes and strawberries. Support tall growing perennials. Keep on top of dead heading plants this will promote a longer flowering period. Keep an eye out for sawflies on your gooseberry bushes they can strip your plant within a few hours and are mostly seen at this time of year. Remove foliage from
spring bulbs as soon as the leaves turn yellow. Keep protecting your plants from slugs and snails. All plants will need watering regularly. Prune out any remaining frost damage from affected evergreen plants.. Lightly prune rhododendrons after flowering. Prune dead/diseased/overcrowded clematis Montana after flowering. Remove any reverted green shoots on variegated evergreens to prevent reversion taking over. Watch out for viburnum
Spiraea nipponica snow mound June.
beetle this month – they are found nibbling small holes in the leaves. June is the right time to clip buxus hedging and topiary. Keep the grass cut from around trees and fruit trees grass deprives the trees of high nitrogen. Don’t be alarmed if some of your apple trees lose their apples – this is known as June drop. June is the best month to feed roses with potash. Perennial flowers for next year can be seeded at the end of June. Mow your lawn at least once a week.
Sash Home Improvements expand again Advertiser’s announcement SASH Home Improvements Group now have four showrooms – Lockwood Huddersfield, Leeds Road Mirfield, Dukinfield Road Hyde and Salisbury Road Haydock. They are a local, family run company offering a professional and friendly service with a personal touch having learnt over the years that looking after customers is the number one priority. Nothing is too much trouble for Sash and they will go out of their way to ensure you get exactly what you want. Sash are very conscientious, and provide the right product and service for their customer and their needs. From the outset, Sash Windows has always been, and always will be more than your average double glazing company. Founded two
decades ago, they originally specialised in PVCu windows, high-quality doors and unrivalled customer service. It all began with PVCu windows and doors, which are as popular as ever. Little wonder; durable, stylish and easy to clean, PVCu products can significantly increase the value of your home. Sash’s fully-trained installation teams fit each window and door to the highest industry standards. Sash Windows has amassed a loyal customer base – and when they began to request high-quality, PVCu conservatories, the firm happily obliged. Versatile, stylish and durable, a professionally fitted conservatory could transform your home and with Sash on hand to manage the design and installation process, investing in one is
remarkably easy! But what’s next for Sash Windows? Rather ironically, an elegant out-building from the past looks set to figure in this family-run firm’s future. The 17th century orangery (whose light-giving glass atrium sets it aside from the conservatory) served a dual purpose. Originally built to house exotic plants, it was also a much-coveted status symbol; indeed, the wealthy elite delighted in entertaining guests amongst its fruit trees, fountains and grottos. Sash Windows’ custom built orangeries are every bit as elegant (though few homeowners choose to fill them with exotic fruit trees!) Employing the latest techniques and products, its team constructs luxurious and incredibly versatile buildings.
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Advertiser’s announcement
Make sure Father’s Day is special for your Dad FOR devoted sons and daughters everywhere, it’s time to start planning that special treat or surprise gift to say a heartfelt thank you to your Dad. Father’s Day is fast approaching and while it can seem a daunting task to come up with original ideas year after year, all that thought and effort will reap its reward by finding something that will truly make his day. Make a note of the date: Sunday June 21. Decide as soon as you can whether you are going to shop around for a particular present, arrange a meal out at your Dad’s favourite pub or restaurant, book tickets for a concert, show or sporting event, or follow up any other ideas that spring to mind. A spot of window shopping and in-store browsing
would be a good starting point if you are trying to choose a suitable gift. For friendly advice and a dash of added inspiration, be sure to seek out the smaller, independent retailers in and around our own local area. Socks, shirts, sweaters and T shirts may seem a little predictable, but can be a useful gift received with grateful thanks, provided you choose a style and colour to his liking. A new tie for Father's Day used to be a fairly safe bet, especially if your Dad worked in an office and liked to keep a selection to wear with different shirts. Now with changing lifestyles and dress codes which are generally much more relaxed, wearing a tie tends to be mainly for special occasions, something which might be worth bearing in mind before you buy.
Thinking about your Dad’s hobbies and interests should give you a few more ideas – a book, a CD or DVD, something sporty or arts and crafts inspired, essential kit for the car, gadgets for gardening or DIY-ing. How about his favourite tipple, which could be beer, wine or spirits. If you want to take your Dad out for a meal, remember that you will probably need to book a table in advance , as most places will be much busier than usual. Father's Day is always the third Sunday in June, but this year falls on the 21st, the longest day of the year, so why not make the most of the daylight while it lasts, with a drive out to some of Dad's favourite places, allowing time for a leisurely stroll to work up an appetite for lunch or a meal later on.
Holmfirth school ‘an oasis of calm’ By Bronte Matthews THE behaviour of pupils at Lydgate School at New Mill in Holmfirth has been hailed outstanding, following a recent Ofsted inspection. In the glowing report, inspectors rated all aspects of the school as good and much of it as exceptional. Ofsted praised the “positive ethos within school” which created “an oasis of calm where pupils feel safe, are highly respected and treated with the utmost dignity”. During the recent inspection, the effectiveness of the school’s approach to dealing with “extremely challenging behaviour of pupils with complex needs”
was praised. Ofsted reported that the school have an “exciting and enriched curriculum” which is “adapted to meet the needs and abilities of every pupil”. Inspectors rated the quality of teaching as good. But also reported that there are examples of teaching having an outstanding impact, with some pupils making exceptional progress, especially in the older classes. Ofsted would like the school to further develop levels of challenge and their use of assessment processes in some lower school classes, in order to become consistently outstanding. Headteacher, Nicky
Rogers, said: “At Lydgate we believe in profound learning. That takes time but in the end it pays dividends, and upper school was quite rightly recognised for outstanding teaching, learning and progress. “What I and the governors would say is that upper school could not achieve this unless foundations had been laid further down the school. “However, we accept that we can still do more work to promote even greater consistency across all classes to achieve a completely outstanding provision.” Lydgate School will be relocating from New Mill to Almondbury and doubling in size.
Celebrate at Blacker Hall Farm BLACKER Hall Farm offers a range of options for you to treat your Dad, Grandad or special person on Father’s Day. Food … treat them to Sunday Lunch in The Barn Café, or
pick up awardwinning pies and produce in The Farm Shop. Drinks … locally brewed ales and distilled spirits, plus a hand-picked range of wines to suit every taste and budget. Gifts and cards … call into The Gift House for unique gifts and hampers and to pick up personalised cards. On Saturday June 20, there is a demonstration and sampling event with Yorkshire TV Chef, Stephanie Moon. This is a great opportunity to make a day of treating your Dad. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or simply coffee and cake in The Barn Café, and combine it with sampling great tasting Yorkshire food, prepared by Stephanie and also our own team of expert Butchers and Bakers. Be inspired by our fresh ingredients and Stephanie’s tasty recipes, and pick up everything you need to create a perfect meal at home for your Dad on Father’s Day!
Vicky Smith before and after her dramatic weight loss.
Vicky loses seven stones and gains a new career A MELTHAM mum who shed over seven stones in weight says not only has the weight loss changed her life – it’s also given her a new career. Vicky Smith, 29, gained seven stones in-between having her two daughters Mya and Amelia. The decision to start at Slimming World came after Vicky took a look at herself in the mirror and realised enough was
enough. Now, 20 months on Vicky has lost all of her excess weight and is helping Holme Valley locals stay slim, as a Slimming World consultant at Meltham and Honley. “Slimming World isn’t just a diet, it’s a lifestyle change, because it’s helped me and changed me so much I can help
other people. I tell people the hardest thing you do will be walking through the doors for the first time, but you’re doing something about it.” The Meltham group meets every Tuesday evening at St Bartholomew’s Church and the Honley Group meet every Monday evening at the village hall.
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Holmfirth property market is booming WM SYKES & Son, the Holmfirth-based estate agent, have achieved record results. They gained 16 more instructions than their nearest competitor this month, a 145% lead. They are also selling properties at a rate of knots. Since January they have sold a third of all their properties available. Wm Sykes & Son is Holmfirth’s oldest estate agent, established in 1866. In January 2015 they unveiled a new look. Their rebrand was launched with new eyecatching signage, a website and new marketing materials. The recent surge in new instructions has seen the Holme Valley area awash
with the new Wm Sykes ‘for sale’ and ‘to let’ and signs in their distinctive Wm Sykes blue colours. It seems the Holmfirth and Huddersfield property markets are really picking up. According to Rightmove, house prices in Holmfirth are up by 11% up on the year before and are now similar to 2010 prices. Property prices are growing faster than many areas of the UK, with UK house prices rising on average by 1.6% in April. Wm Sykes are not just out performing their competitors but the whole market. Rightmove say the number of newly marketed properties so far in 2015 is down 4% from the same period last year. Wm Sykes’ perform-
ance is streets ahead. Rob Dixon, Partner at Wm Sykes said, “Over the past couple of months we have been busier than ever. Spring usually sees more people considering placing their homes up for sale but this month has surpassed any of our expectations and properties are selling quickly.” He continued: “Our new look and the service we have launched, Prestige, has also really increased instructions. “People can see how professional photography, enhanced marketing and home staging advice could help them sell their homes. It helps sellers see how they can ensure their properties standout from the rest.”
Sheep shearing is Applications open for arts scheme next big date in farming calendar THE Kirklees Arts in the Neighbourhood funding scheme is now open for applications in 2015/16. The fund offers grants between £150 and £2,000 for arts and cultural projects. Deadline for applications to the first round of the scheme is June 30, and this is for projects taking place
BY THE end of May all our ewes had lambed and were out grazing the fields and most of our cows had calved. 400 lambs were born this year. We spent much of May concentrating on our land work. A second dressing of nitrogen fertiliser has been spread which will give the grass a boost in time for silaging later in the summer. Nitrogen is needed for plant growth and we add fertiliser to soil that is deficient in nitrogen. The land surrounding the barn, which was disturbed during last year’s building works, has been raked,
rolled and reseeded with grass and a wild flower mix. Many of the stones brought to the surface when our ground source heat pump was installed have been removed. Stone picking is essential but back breaking work. Stones left on the surface of
a field will prevent the grass growing where they lie and will damage machinery if run over. Sheep shearing is the next big task in our farming calendar, we just need warmer weather over the next month than a week of good weather so we can get on with the job.
from August 1 onwards. Anyone who would like to apply to this round of funding must have successfully registered with the Kirklees Grants Access Point by the end of May. This can be done by emailing funding@kirklees.gov.uk or calling the funding team on 01484 414824.
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What’s On Guide Saturday June 6 - Sunday 7, Beaumont Park, Crosland Moor: Photography exhibition, 11am-4pm both days, organised by the Friends of the Park photography group who meet at the visitor centre on the second Saturday of the month. To find out more, phone 01484 645217, email friends@fobp.co.uk Sunday June 7, Holmfirth Civic Hall: The 89th Holme Valley Brass Band Contest, one of the highlights of the local brass band calendar, attracting competitors from many surrounding areas. Sunday June 7, Huddersfield Historic Buildings Trail: discover the stories behind the town's architectural gems. Meet at the Harold Wilson statue, St George's Square, 2pm., £3 per person. More information: Karen Hobson info@discoverhuddersfield.c om Monday June 8, Honley Library: Formidable Women In Honley’s History – talk by Peter Marshall, of Honley Civic Society, 7.30-9pm. Tickets £2, refreshments provided. Contact the library to reserve your a seat 01484 222340. Tuesday June 9 - Saturday 13, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Copacabana - love, glitz, glamour and Barry Manilow’s unforgettable songs will have you singing and smiling all the way home in Lindley Church Operatic Society’s big summer show, 7.15pm nightly and 2.15pm Saturday. Also: Thursday 11, 8pm, June Comedy Cellar, Edinburgh Festival preview double header with Chris Turner - over two million YouTube views for his wordy wit and hilarious improvised raps and Adam Rowe Liverpool Comedian of the Year, renowned for his sharp anecdotal humour. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Thursday June 11, Live at Holmfirth Picturedrome: Black Star Riders, featuring Thin Lizzy members Scott Gorham (guitar), Ricky Warwick (vocals) and Damon Johnson (guitar), alongside drummer Jimmy DeGrasso and new bass player Robbie Crane. Doors open 7.30pm. Tickets available from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Friday June 12 - Sunday 21, Holmfirth Arts Festival: various venues, including the Picturedrome: Fri 12, 8pm, Paul Chowdhry – as seen on BBC 1's Live at the Apollo and Channel 4's Stand Up For The Week; Mon 15, Film: Lost Rivers, discussion 6.30-7.15pm,
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screening 7.30-9pm; Tues 16, 8pm, Mat Ricardo: Showman, leading speciality act of the British cabaret revival; Thurs 18, 8pm, Andy Sheppard - one of Europe's top saxophonists with his new quartet Hotel Bristol; Sun 21, Rubber Duck Beatbox Orchestra - beatboxer Jason Singh joins forces with acclaimed Balkan stomp band. Tickets available from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Friday June 12, Hepworth Village Hall: Film Night The Grand Budapest Hotel, comedy starring Ralph Fiennes, doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start. Admission £3 on the door.
Saturday June 13, Southgate Theatre, Honley: Open day with the Honley Players, theatre tour, live entertainment, cream teas, face painting, sale of furniture, crockery and props, 10am-4pm. Further details online www.southgatetheatre.org Saturday June 13, Penistone Paramount: organ concert by Byron Jones, The Welsh Wizard, 2.30pm. Further events will follow later in the year with well known names Howard Beaumont, Robert Wolfe and Nigel Ogden. Ticket information 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Saturday June 13, Holmfirth Civic Hall: Grand summer concert with Hade Edge Band and Colne Valley Male Voice Choir, 7pm (doors open 6.30pm). Tickets £10, £8 concessions available from local outlets, on the door or phone 01484 361671 (band), 846262 (choir). Sunday June 14, Huddersfield Open Market: Charity fair organised by the Rotary Club of Huddersfield Pennine, with over 100 stalls, brass and swing bands and a Wurlitzer organ, 9.30am-3.30pm, free admission. Contact 01484 656346, martyn121@btinternet.com Sunday June 14, Thongsbridge Tennis Club: Family open day, including free tennis taster sessions for all ages, face painting, football skills, family BBQ, strawberries and cream, 12noon-5pm. Tuesday June 16 - Saturday 20, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Tues 16, 7pm and 9pm, University of Huddersfield Graduate Fashion Show; Thurs 18, 7pm and 9pm, Costume with Textiles Graduate Degree Show; Fri 19, 8pm, New College Fashion Show; Sat 20, 11am and 2pm, Little Bo Peep, favourite nursery rhymes come to life, for ages 2 to 7. Box office 01484
Chris Turner and Adam Rowe, appearing at the Comedy Cellar, Lawrence Batley Theatre, June 11. 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Friday June 19 - Sunday 21, Harden Moss Sheepdog Trials: dogs and their handlers from across the UK will be competing throughout the weekend at the Harden Moss site, A635 Greenfield Road, above Holmfirth. Many other attractions for visitors on Saturday and Sunday, including sheep show and sheep shearing demonstrations (weather permitting), music from Skelmathorpe Brass Band. Sunday: vintage tractor show and road run. Friday June 19, Holmfirth Parish Church: concert by Eminence Brass, a new ensemble featuring four leading brass musicians, 8pm. Tickets £15, £12 concessions. Sunday June 21 and July 5, Holmfirth Farmers' Market: quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more, in the Market Hall, 9am-2pm. Information line 01484 223730. Sunday June 21, Beaumont Park, Crosland Moor: Midsummer Madness – all day event, 9am-1pm bacon butties, 1pm-4pm afternoon tea, live music from Rhythmic Reeds sax and clarinet combo, 6pm-10pm New Orleans Wiggle live jazz, BBQ and Creole cooking, evening tickets £10. Phone 01484 645217, email friends@fobp.co.uk
Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Danny Bhoy – razor sharp wit with a natural gift for storytelling, well known as host of BBC 1's Live At The Apollo, 7.30pm. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Thursday June 25 - Friday 26, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Thurs, Open mic night in the Box Office bar featuring Porch Lizards; Fri, Inspiral Carpets – legendary Manchester band who last year released their first album for two decades doors open 7.30pm, tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Saturday June 27 - Sunday 28, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Rebel School Musical 2015 presented by Rebel School of Theatre Arts - 200strong cast aged 3 to 19. Show times Sat 5pm, Sun 2.30pm. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Sunday June 28, Hade Edge FC: Charity Car Boot Sale, up to 70 pitches, hot food and drinks, toilet facilities available. Stall holders to arrive between 10.30am and 11am, gates open to buyers from 11am. Ample parking just outside the ground. Monthly event AprilAugust. Enquiries to Audrey Dalton 01484 684924
Sunday June 21, Travellers Trail guided walk: meet at Carlile Street car park, Meltham, 10am start, suitable for all ages and abilities, dogs on leads welcome. Food and refreshments available afterwards. For further details contact Ann on 07779 936 026 or go to www.walkingmeltham.com.
Sunday June 28, Shelley Garden Festival: 20 inspiring gardens to visit, refreshments served in many places, also BBQ, homemade afternoon teas, and entertainment from Skelmanthorpe Prospect Band, 11am-5pm. Proceeds to Yorkshire Air Ambulance and village projects. Tickets £5 available from Shelley Village Hall, participating gardens on day, local shops in advance, by phone 01484 604486 or 609032.
Tuesday June 23, Lawrence
Monday June 29 - Friday
July 3, Meltham Parish Church Hall: When the Lights Go On Again – singa-long musical show presented by The Stage Company, telling the story of family life during the war years. A curtain raiser for the annual Meltham Memories Weekend, performances Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 7pm. Tickets available from The Flower Box, Meltham or phone 01484 684998. Thursday July 2, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Comedy Cellar with Bobby Mair multi award-winning, manic Canadian from 8 Out of 10 Cats and Russell Howard's Good News - and Andrew Watts, loveable lawyerturned-comedian, 8pm. Box office 01484 430528, what's on | thelbt.org Saturday July 4 - Sunday 5, Le Cote-de-Holme Moss Sportive weekend: new annual family event organised by Holmfirth Cycling Club in association with Racescene and The Bridge, Holmbridge, to mark the anniversary weekend of the Tour de France passing by. Saturday July 4 - Sunday 5, Holmfirth Duckfest 2015: Sat, music festival at Sands Recreation Ground featuring a variety of bands; Sun, traditional Duck Race charity fundraiser. Saturday July 4 - Sunday 5, Meltham Memories Wartime Weekend: attractions include parade of period military and civilian vehicles and veterans; living history, RAF, Navy and Army Cadet displays; family fun with Meltham All Blacks Rugby Club, supported by Huddersfield Giants; music from Jump, Jive and Swing, George Formby, Marina Mae and Meltham Brass Band; fly-pasts by a Spitfire (Sat) and Lancaster/Hurricane or Spitfire (Sun), weather permitting.
Saturday July 4 - Friday 10, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Sat 4, The Wonder Stuff late ‘80s - early ‘90s hits Golden Green, The Size Of A Cow and Dizzy (with Vic Reeves); Friday 10, Heaven 17 - Sheffield band who rose from the ashes of the original Human League, early '80s hits including Temptation and Come Live With Me. Doors open 7.30pm, tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Saturday July 4, Underbank Rangers Charity Car Wash: at Holmfirth Vineyard, Woodhouse Lane (HD9 2QR), 9.30am-3.30pm, raising funds for the Didi and soonto-be under 7s sections. Saturday July 4, Cricketers Arms, Deanhouse, Holmfirth: Crickstock VI – talented local bands performing on stage in the car park , outdoor bar and food stalls, 12noon-9pm. Tickets £10 in advance, £15 on the day subject to availability. Contact Peter Sykes 07730 488 668. Sunday July 5 - Saturday 11, Holmfirth Art Week: main exhibition in the Civic Hall, featuring work by hundreds of professional and amateur artists, open 10am5pm Sun and Sat, 10am-9pm Mon-Fri, plus many fringe displays in galleries and other venues around the area. For more information phone 01484 689464 (general enquiries). Full details at www.holmfirthartweek.org.uk Sunday July 5, Thurstonland & Stocksmoor Gala: gala queen, band, stalls and games, at Thurstonland Cricket Club, Marsh Hall Lane (HD4 6XD), 2pm4.30pm. Admission on the day by lucky programme £1. Contact Gillian Halliday 07752 966 052, gillhalliday@hotmail.com
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‘Five families a week needing emergency food aid’– volunteers By Bronte Matthews AROUND five families require emergency food aid each week, Holmfirth Methodist Church volunteers have suggested. The church gave out six emergency food bags in the week commencing April 24 and four during the week before. Valerie Schofield, church trustee and long-time food bank volunteer, said: “These are very needy people. They wouldn’t come if they weren’t in need.” Figures from the Trussell Trust show that the number of people in the UK receiving emergency food aid has increased from 128,697 people in 2011 to 2012 to 1,084,604 in 2014 to 2015. This is a rise of 743 per cent. Benefit delays, low incomes and debt are among the factors leading families to become dependent on food banks. Mrs Schofield said: “Emergency food bags are designed to feed a family of four
for two days. They contain longlasting and nutritious food, like pasta, cereal, tinned fruits and vegetables and juices. “We believe there are more people in the area who could benefit from our help, but there is a stigma around the use of food banks and people may be too embarrassed or proud to come in. “We want them to know that we offer a safe, friendly and nonjudgemental service.” To receive an emergency food bag, residents must first obtain a food voucher, available at Honley Surgery, Elmwood Health Centre, Oaklands Health Centre and Holmfirth High School. Food bags can be collected from Holmfirth Methodist Church (Monday, Tuesday. Thursday and Friday from 12.15pm to 1.45pm), Honley Library (Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm) and Holmfirth Library (Saturday from 10am to 12pm).
Looking back on last year’s Tour de France.
The Cote de Holme Moss follows in the tracks of last year’s excitement By Bronte Matthews A FAMILY event is set to take place in Holme Moss on the anniversary weekend of the Tour de France passing by. The Cote de Holme Moss has been organised by Holmfirth Cycling Club in association with Racescene and The Bridge public house in Holmbridge. On Saturday, July 4, riders can choose between the ‘Massive’ and the ‘Little ‘Un’. Both routes offer a taste of the 2014 Tour de France and of course the legendary climb of Holme Moss.
There will be Go Ride coaching for youngsters and a beer, food and entertainment festival at The Bridge pub. The route on Sunday is a more relaxed affair, featuring a 20-mile recovery ride or perhaps a whole family ride on quiet local roads. There will also be the opportunity to join members of Holmfirth Cycling Club on escorted rides around the area discovering some hidden gems. Free camping is available to all entrants on Friday and Saturday night.
The event is not just for cyclists, there will be live music on Friday and Saturday evening, plus loads of food and drink for everyone to enjoy. Holmfirth Cycling Club formed in 2013 and are now one the UK’s fastest growing cycling clubs. They aim to cater for all abilities, in both competitive and recreational aspects of cycling. For more information contact Andrew Akers from Holmfirth Cycling Club on 07841 462608. If you are interested in taking part in the cycling go online to www.holmemoss.com.
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Advertiser’s announcement
Two reasons to celebrate:
BMW 1 Series production hits the two-million mark New edition writes a fresh chapter in the compact model’s success story
Production of the new BMW 1 Series begins with another milestone in the international bestseller’s career path – Landmark car rolls off the assembly line at BMW Plant Regensburg on its way to a customer in Japan Munich 28 March 2015 sees the curtain raised on the market launch of the new BMW 1 Series. Fans of compact driving pleasure can look forward to an even more striking design, a further refined premium ambience for the interior, engines that are extremely powerful and even more efficient, and innovative equipment features. Ahead of the launch, news filtered through from BMW Plant Regensburg of another reason to smile as the twomillionth BMW 1 Series rolled off the production line. The landmark car was built just a few days after the start of production for the new version of the compact model and is one of the first examples of the new BMW 1 Series range earmarked for export to Asia. The BMW 120i 5-door, painted in Estoril Blue metallic and equipped with an M Sport package, will be delivered to a customer in Japan. This production landmark at BMW Plant Regensburg represents another mile-
stone in the international success story of the BMW 1 Series. In late summer 2014 the company celebrated the model series’ tenth birthday. And now the leap beyond the two-million-unit mark provides further evidence of how the attraction of BMW’s hallmark driving pleasure has spread to the compact segment as well. At its premiere in 2004 the BMW 1 Series became the brand’s first model to reconcile sporty and elegant design, dynamic driving properties and premium quality with the functional attributes of a compact 5door model. Boasting superior powertrain and chassis technology and the rearwheel-drive configuration that remains a unique selling point in the compact segment, the BMW 1 Series has since set the benchmark for sporting ability in its class. At the same time, it regularly serves as a trailblazer for the latest BMW EfficientDynamics technology, which ensures the new BMW 1 Series, too, offers an impressive balance between
driving pleasure and fuel consumption. The new edition of the BMW 1 Series will be offered in both 5-door and 3door body variants. The BMW 1 Series 3-door is built exclusively at BMW Plant Regensburg, the BMW 1 Series 5-door additionally at BMW Plant Leipzig. Both models can be ordered with a selection of powerful and highly efficient petrol and diesel engines featuring BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, including units with three and four cylinders from the BMW Group’s latest generation of engines and a six-cylinder in-line engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology. The new BMW 1 Series (fuel consumption combined: 8.0 – 3.4 l/100 km [35.3 – 83.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 188 – 89 g/km) therefore covers an output spectrum ranging from 80 kW/109 hp to 240 kW/326 hp. The BMW M135i M Performance Automobile is a ticket to outstanding dynamics, while the 85
kW/116 hp BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition leads the way in the efficiency stakes with average fuel consumption of 3.8 – 3.4 l/100 km (74.3 – 83.1 mpg imp) and CO2 emissions of 101 – 89 g/km in the EU test cycle. The BMW M135i, BMW 118d and BMW 120d can all be specified as an option with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. Other highlights of the equipment listings for the new BMW 1 Series include the standard-fitted iDrive operating system, full-LED headlights (available as an option for the BMW 1 Series for the first time) and the latest additions to the BMW ConnectedDrive line-up. As well as the radar-based Active Cruise Control system with Stop & Go function and the new-generation Parking Assistant, features such as the camera-based Driving Assistant are also available. The progressive character of the new BMW 1 Series range is likewise underlined by the standard provision of the Intelligent Emergency Call function
and BMW TeleServices. The optional Navigation system Professional also offers automatic map updating (using the embedded SIM card and mobile phone network), which is free of charge to customers for the first three years following registration of the car. Also
benefiting from further expansion is the array of internet-based information, communication and entertainment services, which the driver can integrate into the car with the help of apps either via the integrated SIM card or using a smartphone.
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The large local firm with decades of experience selling homes in and around The Holme Valley with three out of our six branches in Kirklees offering unrivalled coverage. Offices at: Holmfirth,Kirkburton,Huddersfield, Penistone, Barnsley and Wakefield. Lettings & Management available at all offices
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Delightful location means homes rarely come up for sale A DETACHED home in a delightful location is on the market with Simon Blyth. Crodingley, a four-bedroom property, is convenient for nearby trips into Holmfirth and Netherthong and comes with a host of bonuses, including a summer house. The property is found in a location where homes seldom come onto the market. Being positioned off a cul de sac, the home enjoys a long driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, which also gives access to the detached garage. Some would say the most attractive feature of the home is its front and rear mature gardens, the former of which is the first thing to note on approach. They include a paved patio area with a lawn, featuring well-established shrubs and flower beds. Veer round to the rear of the property and the majority of the gardens are to be found. The superbly laid out design
has stone flagged sitting areas, shaped lawns, a potting shed, a mature pond and a further patio area to the front of the summer house. Inside, the home is just as well thought out as its impressive garden areas. A stone porch gives access via a period-style timber door, leading to a good-sized hallway. Crodingley’s spacious lounge benefits from a broad bay window, providing a superb view out over the gardens and the valley beyond. It has coving to the ceiling, two light points, a large radiator and an ornate stone fireplace. A timber door leads through to the kitchen, which once again boasts wonderful views of the Holme Valley. Attractive flooring and a comprehensive range of units take centre stage, offering both high and low level storage. The room is fitted with working surfaces, tiled splash backs, a set back oven, integrated dishwasher, a
stainless steel sink unit and a breakfast bar. Accessed via a timber and glazed door from the hallway, the dining room was initially utilised as a bedroom. It has a staircase rising to the top floor landing, a broad window providing a pleasant outlook, a good-sized radiator and a chandelier point. Bedroom one – a spacious double situated downstairs – continues the theme of having far-reaching views. Across the hallway is the bathroom, which has a three-piece suite in white, comprising of a low level W/C, a pedestal wash basin, a bath, tiling to the full ceiling height, inset spotlighting, a shelved airing cupboard with glazed doors, ceramic tiled flooring and a chrome central heating radiator/heated towel rail. Take the stairs and the second bedroom – another double – has timber-effect flooring, two ceiling light points and a large amount of natural
light thanks to windows on both sides. Bedroom three is once again a room which doesn’t lack space, with a continuation of the flooring and two windows making the room light and bright. Storage space can also be accessed. The fourth and final bedroom, which could be used as a study, enjoys full-width windows and is
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adjacent to the first floor W/C. Owners David and Felicity Tombleson have lived there for almost 30 years, bringing their two daughters up at the home. David said: “We will be very sad to leave as it has a magnificent location with cracking views. You’re close to major schools and local
amenities but there’s the bonus of having lots of wildlife roaming the gardens and neighbouring fields. “Properties in this area rarely come up for sale as people tend to fall in love with the place and never end up moving.” Crodingley is on the market with Simon Blyth for offers around £380,000.
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"The large local firm with decades of experience selling homes in and around The Holme Valley with three out of our six branches in Kirklees offering unriveled coverage. Offices At: Holmfirth, Kirkburton, Huddersfield, Penistone, Barnsley,Wakefield and Ripponden. Lettings & Management available at all offices
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Local, regional, exceptional SMITHY PLACE
Offers around £499,995
FARFIELD AVENUE
Offers around £375,000
DETACHED PERIOD HOME WITH LARGE MATURE GARDENS, EXTENSIVE PARKING AND STONE BUILT WORKSHOP SET BACK UPON A DELIGHTFUL LANE WITH EASE OF ACCESS TO LOCAL AMENITIES. This detached four bedroom cottage enjoys a private semi rural setting with views from most rooms. Being ideally placed for local amenities, train station and well regarded schooling. The property enjoys mature well stocked gardens with several seating and patio areas which are real sun traps, a useful workshop/outbuilding and parking for multiple vehicles. The accommodation briefly comprises: entrance porch and utility, dining kitchen, dining room, lounge, adjoining library, vaulted keeping cellar, two staircases, four bedrooms, house bathroom and a separate shower room. The property enjoys some wonderful views over the surrounding area with beautiful mature gardens which can only be appreciated by an early inspection. EPC rating grade F.
A DELIGHTFUL FAMILY HOME WITH SUPER VIEWS TO THE FRONT AND REAR AND BEING JUST A SHORT WALK AWAY FROM THE VILLAGE AND ALL OF ITS SUPERB FACILITIES INCLUDING SCHOOL, CHURCH, PUB AND FABULOUS RURAL SURROUNDINGS.WITH A PLEASANT RECREATIONAL FIELD TO THE REAR THIS FAMILY HOME HAS MUCH TO OFFER. Accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hall, downstairs WC, spacious lounge (17"9x16"5), second sitting area with view out to the rear, well proportioned dining living kitchen with high ceiling height and glazed doors from garden room area, utility room, two garages, four bedrooms, large en-suite, house bathroom, driveway and well maintained gardens. EPC rating grade D.
OFF SPRING LANE
UPPER BANK END ROAD
Offers around £369,950
Offers around £365,000
A WELCOMING FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME SERVED BY GARAGE AND PLEASANT GARDENS ALL SET IN THIS MODERN HAMLET STYLE SETTING. This home which has recently been completed to a very high standard has a high specification throughout.With under floor heating in some rooms and a quality finish throughout the accommodation comprises of: entrance hallway, guest W/C, dining kitchen, impressive lounge and utility room.To the first floor are four bedrooms (master en-suite) and house bathroom.The property has a detached garage and pleasant gardens. EPC rating grade C.
IVY COTTAGE IS A BEAUTIFUL DOUBLE FRONTED DETACHED PERIOD HOME WHICH RETAINS CHARACTER BUT HAVING RECENTLY UNDERGONE A PROGRAMME OF MODERNISATION AND RENOVATION BOTH INTERNALLYAND EXTERNALLY, OFFERING FOUR BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION, EXTENSIVE PARKING, GARDENS AND EASE OF ACCESS TO HOLMFIRTH AND ITS ARRAY OF AMENITIES.Enjoying wonderful westerly views across the valley the property enjoys a good degree of privacy, with extensive parking, a refurbished interior, recent redecoration and carpeting and is ready for immediate occupation.The accommodation comprises of: living room, separate sitting room, modern kitchen with integrated appliances, garden room/dining area, stylish ground floor shower room, four bedrooms and a contemporary house bathroom.The accommodation incorporates double glazing, an alarm system and gas fired central heating.Also benefiting from the advantage of no upper chain. EPC rating grade E.
RIVER HOLME VIEW
OAKES AVENUE
Offers around £167,500
Offers around £110,000
THIS TWO BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED HOME WITH GARDENS TO FRONT AND REAR AND THE ADVANTAGE OF NO UPWARD CHAIN IS IDEALLY PLACED FOR LOCAL AMENITIES, PARTICULARLY SCHOOLING AND TRAIN STATION. Priced to reflect the cosmetic updating required the interior of the property offers buyers the opportunity to redesign, potentially creating three bedrooms and neighbouring properties have created off road parking (subject to the necessary permissions and consents).The accommodation itself briefly comprises: entrance hallway, lounge, separate dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and house bathroom. the property features PVCu glazing, lawned front and rear gardens and useful side outhouses. Having the advantage of no upward chain. EPC rating grade F.
THIS TWO BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED HOME WITH GARDENS TO FRONT AND REAR AND THE ADVANTAGE OF NO UPWARD CHAIN IS IDEALLY PLACED FOR LOCAL AMENITIES, PARTICULARLY SCHOOLING AND TRAIN STATION. Priced to reflect the cosmetic updating required the interior of the property offers buyers the opportunity to redesign, potentially creating three bedrooms and neighbouring properties have created off road parking (subject to the necessary permissions and consents).The accommodation itself briefly comprises: entrance hallway, lounge, separate dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and house bathroom. the property features PVCu glazing, lawned front and rear gardens and useful side outhouses. Having the advantage of no upward chain. EPC rating grade F.
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RENT: £775 DEPOST: £975
FOUR BEDROOM MODERN THREE STOREY TOWN HOUSE WITH ALLOCATED PARKING AND GARDEN, CLOSE TO VILLAGE CENTRE. Located within the attractive development this family home offers the convenience of amenities in Meltham village and easy access to the Peak National Park, Manchester and Leeds. Comp: Ent hall; downstairs w/c; living room with French style doors to garden; dining kitchen with modern units, electric oven, gas hob with extractor, plumbing for washer, space for free standing appliances and space for table with chairs; first floor master bedroom with en suite shower room; second double bedroom; bathroom with white 3-pce suite; second floor 2 bedrooms, both with sloping roof and Velux windows. Allocated parking; rear garden. EPC: C
RENT: £650PCM DEPOSIT: £850
A SUPERB THREE BEDROOM;THREE STOREY WEAVERS COTTAGE WHICH ENJOYS A HAMLET STYLE SETTING WITH STUNNING LONG DISTANCE VIEWS. This is a beautiful and characterful period home with mullioned windows, exposed beams and stonework which enjoys breath-taking views towards Castle Hill. Comp: Ent vestibule; living/dining room having mullioned windows with window seat, and Rayburn set within the tiled chimney breast; kitchen fitted with base and wall units, free standing cooker, space and plumbing for both dishwasher and washer and space for fridge freezer; first floor lounge once again enjoying the view; bathroom with white 3-pce suite including bath with shower attachment; second floor 2 double bedrooms with built-in robes; and single bedroom with built-in robe. EPC: D
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Local roofing firm offers Ultimate Guarantee in bid to help householders avoid cowboys AS ROOFING specialists it might be easy for local-based reputable roofing company Fenton & Fenton to attract customers by telling them to check that damp patch on the ceiling claiming that, this year, 1000s of roofs will leak causing extensive damage, stress and inconvenience for householders, not to mention money. It might even be easy for Fenton & Fenton to promise that they are so confident that customers will be 100% delighted with the work that if they’re not then they don’t pay a penny. But what might not be so easy to say is that – in the very unlikely event that customers are not 100% happy with the workmanship first time – then Fenton & Fenton will give them £200 in cash on top. In other words, not only would a dissatisfied customer not pay a single penny until 100 per cent satisfied, but they would also get £200 by way of an apology. It’s a bold promise to make, but there’s a genuine reason why Huddersfield’s “most recommended roofing company” is offering this unusual better-than-risk-free guarantee to householders, as owner Craig Fenton explains: “We want people to go for a reputatable roofing firm and not a flyby-night cowboy,” he says. “With all those builders-from-hell type programmes on the TV, it can be easy to mistrust tradesmen, and
roofers tend to get the worst press. Craig adds that there’s nothing that makes his men angrier than when they see shoddy workmanship left by the cowboys. “We genuinely care about householders and we want them to be sure of choosing a professional, established and reputable company first time round,” he continues. “Also, we want to encourage people to keep their roofs properly maintained by offering competitive rates, free preventative advice and cast-iron guarantees.”
Additionally, Craig says they promise to beat any comparable quote. “So not only will householders get a great job, they’ll get it at a fair, honest and competitive price!” Every year Fenton & Fenton completes thousands of roofing jobs for domestic customers across Huddersfield and Yorkshire, 95% of which have come from recommendations in the last 12 months alone. As Craig says: “There’s a reason why we are Huddersfield’s ‘most
recommended’ roofing company. We always do a superb job. And our better-than-risk-free guarantees prove that we’re confident enough to put our money where our mouth is.” “In over 24 years in the roofing business I don’t think we’ve had a single complaint,” says Craig. “And that’s a rare thing in the building industry. Hopefully this is another fact that customers will find reassuring.” Naturally all quotes are free and without obligation, which means
customers don’t have to go ahead if they don’t want to “because we know people hate being pressurised,” adds Craig. “And because we know they also hate the idea of competitive quotes that suddenly become huge, the price you see on our quotes is the price you pay – and not a penny more.” Is this the fairest, biggest BetterThan-Risk-Free-Guarantee ever? Fenton & Fenton think so! Find out why by contacing them on 01484 885309.