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Alan asks for Holme Valley’s help By Olivia Taylor and Bronte Matthews
A COURAGEOUS man from Honley is urging people of the Holme Valley to understand the seriousness of the situation in war-torn Syria and its neighbouring countries after returning from a trip to Kurdistan. Alan Brooke, 62, returned home last month after being denied the chance to fight
with Kurdish forces against the Islamic State because of his age. The former archeologist said: “If they thought I was going to be a liability because of my age then of course I would respect that.” Alan stayed in Kurdistan for a month, spending time in the Middle Eastern mountains in 40 degree heat. This was in an attempt to
be smuggled into Syria where he risked being captured by IS fighters. He said: “I was a little bit scared but if you let everything that you’re scared of hold you back you wouldn't get anywhere. I was able to get in touch with my wife when I could borrow someone’s smart phone, but when I was in the mountains I wasn’t able to.”
During Alan’s travels he met with Cemil Bayik who is one of the founders of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) – an outlawed group of Kurdish radicals defending Kurdistan from Jihadists. Alan told the Review that meeting Cemil was a “great privilege”. He also attended a funeral of a fallen Kurdish ‘martyr’ and said the moving event
nearly brought him to tears. Since returning back to Yorkshire, Alan is on a mission to educate local residents on exactly what has been happening in the hope they will spread the word. Alan explained: “I want to continue publicising what the situation is like there. Everyone can say it but when you’ve actually been, you have some authority to say
what's going on.” He has been in touch with MP Jason McCartney urging government to support the Kurdish people. The MP, who is chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Kurdistan, said: “Finding peace and supporting the Kurdish people is absolutely crucial to finding a long term solution to the refugee crisis.”
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Opticians’ ‘Valli Rally’to raise money for charity By Bronte Matthews STAFF at a Meltham opticians are continuing the fundraising mission of their dear friend and colleague who died in August. Kamal Aftab, 32, fought Acute Myeloid Leukaemia for two months following his diagnosis in the summer. In spite of his diagnosis Kamal, who was named the Guardian newspaper’s ‘volunteer of the year’ in 2014, challenged himself to complete a marathon while confined to his five square-metre room armed only with a pedometer. Now, his colleagues at Valli Opticians have committed to helping to reach Kamal’s goal to raise £50,000 for Bloodwise, the Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research charity. As regular supporters of The Forget-Me-Not Children’s Hospice, staff will also raise funds for the local
Kamal Aftab
Holme Valley schools are searching for new governor volunteers from a variety of professional backgrounds. Staff at Valli Opticians with Kamal’s family. ers hope this number will charity which helps families treble before the day. with children with life shortKamal’s brother, Yousaf ening conditions including Aftab, said: “We are thrilled cancers. Valli are holding this walk in Managing director Moin Kamal’s memory and would Valli said: “The charities we urge anyone reading this to support are very close to our come and join us. Kamal did hearts. The dedication and so much for charity so it is commitment shown by Kamal to local causes was an fitting others are now doing their bit for him.” inspiration to everyone.” The ‘Valli Rally’ walk sets Working with the Honley off from the opticians on and Huddersfield branch for Huddersfield Road in Leukaemia and Lymphoma Meltham at 9am on Saturday, Research, Valli Opticians are September 19, and is open to holding a family friendly the public. Entry costs £5, charity walk between four of which will include a free Ttheir Huddersfield branches. shirt and a bottle of water. The walk will finish off with A donation can also be a traditional tea party and made online at www.justgivbrass band. ing.com/ValliRally2015forLeu So far around 100 people – kaemia or www.justgiving including 10 members of .com/ValliRally2015forForget Kamal’s family – have signed MeNot up for the walk, but organis-
Schools seek governor volunteers SCHOOLS in the Holme Valley are searching for new governor volunteers from a variety of professional backgrounds. To become a governor you don’t need to be a parent or have any formal qualifications but you do need a willingness to listen and to contribute to a team.
Alison O’Sullivan is the director for children and young people in Kirklees. She said: “Governors are vital to this work and, in both my local and national roles, I have seen first-hand the enormous contribution that they make to schools. “Becoming a school governor not only helps people to
develop their own skills but also helps to improve outcomes for children.” Governors for Schools, a government-funded charity who recruit skilled individuals to become school governors, are conducting a recruitment drive across the area this September.
Public toilets to be handed over to community TWO public toilet blocks in the Holme Valley will be handed over to the community. Kirklees Cabinet has agreed to transfer the toilets on Towngate in Holmfirth to Holme Valley Parish Council,
while the Holme Village Residents Association will take over the ones in Holme village. In Holmfirth the parish council will be allowed to lease 30 per cent of the floorspace commercially to cover the costs
of running the toilets. In Holme a covenant will be added that the building must be retained for community use, while the residents association wants to retain it as public toilets.
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Singing duo organise concert in aid of local older people’s group By Bronte Matthews
Kerensa Dyson, owner of Bijou Bridal Boutique in Holmfirth.
Wedding boutique up for top award A WEDDING boutique is helping to put Holmfirth on the map after being shortlisted for a prestigious award. Owner of Bijou Bridal Boutique on Huddersfield Road, Kerensa Dyson, told the Review that she entered the North of England Wedding Awards after meeting the editor of the Wedding Guide. Kerensa registered in the
new business category as she has only been running just under a year. The rest was left to her loyal customers to vote for her. She said: “One customer said ‘with what I’ve written you should get an Oscar’! People have been so kind, saying that we have lovely dresses and a lovely atmosphere.” Kerensa found out she had been shortlisted in
August. Now it is up to a judging panel to decide who should win the award. The forthcoming awards ceremony is a black tie event at York Racecourse. Kerensa said: “No matter what happens, we will have a lovely night. “I haven’t seen my husband in black tie since our wedding day! It would be amazing to take home a trophy.”
A SINGING duo are putting on a concert with attitude to help raise funds for a longstanding older people’s group in Holmfirth. Jenny Goodman and Sarah Hardman have been singing together for 15 years and combine their distinctive voices to sing songs which are both political, provocative and entertaining. The singing duo, better known as The Blameless Hussies, will be performing at Choppards Mission in Holmfirth at 7.30pm on Saturday, October 17. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Holme Valley Sharing Memories, a group for older people based at Hope Bank in Honley which celebrated its 20th year in 2014. Jenny said: “We were delighted to be asked to do this concert. Sharing Memories does some incredible work with older people in the area and it’s great to be able to help them raise funds. “Sarah and I both do a lot
Sarah Hardman and Jenny Goodman. Kirklees Council, the group of singing work with older people to promote well-being does its own fundraising whenever it can. so raising funds for Sharing Project manager Sally Memories is a perfect Brown said: “When Jenny match.” and Sarah agreed to do a Sharing Memories teaches concert on our behalf we art skills to older people and jumped at the chance. We then takes them into other are just really grateful that settings, working with chilthey are prepared to help us dren with special needs and in this way.” adults recovering from menTickets for the concert are tal health issues. priced at £8, which includes It costs several thousand nibbles Special ‘Hussy cockpounds a year to keep the tails’ will be on sale on the group running and while night and tickets can be much of its funding comes booked through Sally Brown from bodies such as Arts on 07950 870864 or email Council England, the sally-brown@btconnect.com National Lottery and
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Facility allows you to report tensions A NEW online reporting facility is now available on the Kirklees Council website for local residents to report community tensions. This could be situations where residents feel concerned, anxious or fearful, either in response to or in anticipation of, events at local, national or international level. Some examples of community tensions may include a visit to the area by a right wing group, anti-social behaviour, planning applica-
tions 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. Coun 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.” The new online reporting tool can be found at www.kirklees.gov.uk/communitytensions
Anne Walker presents the cheque for £1,500 to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
Anne’s garden party raises funds for Unit By Bronte Matthews
Holmfirth WI hosted a mad hatter’s tea party for its September meeting to celebrate 100 years of the Women’s Institute. The women donned elaborate fancy dress costumes to mark the occasion. Holmfirth WI is holding a centenary ball on October 3 to continue the celebrations. For more information contact Treasurer@holmfirthwi.org.uk
A WOMAN from Hepworth whose heart stopped twice in intensive care has been back to make a donation of more than £1,500 to the unit at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Anne Walker, 60, from Hepworth, suffers from the rare myasthenia gravis, a neurological condition where the brain’s signals are blocked from reaching a specific area and in extreme cases the brain’s message to breathe can even be affected. She was admitted into the medical assessment unit in October 2013 after having a myasthenic crisis at home. Then in hospital she had a major myasthenic crisis and
was transferred into intensive care (ICU) when her condition deteriorated. Anne, a former caterer, said: “I was resting in bed and I experienced a real tightness around my throat. And then all the machines went off and I was surrounded by doctors and nurses. “My heart stopped twice and I realise I am lucky to be here and always wanted to be able to say thank-you properly to the ICU team.” In ICU she was put into a medically induced coma and remained on a ventilator for four days. During this time her heart stopped. Through out it all her husband Michael waited by her side and also spent a lot of his time in the relatives’
room situated on the ward. The money donated will go towards a refurbishment of the room. He said: “We specifically wanted the money to go directly to ICU because we really appreciate their calm and professional attitude and the way they go about their job. The money was raised by close family and friends over a two-day garden party for Anne’s 60th birthday. Anne said: “You never know what you want for gifts after 60 years, so it was a great opportunity to raise a donation. I just wasn’t expecting so much! “We have a great group of family and friends and we are very grateful for their generosity.”
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Team helps at two incidents HOLME Valley Mountain Rescue Team volunteers were called to help both Yorkshire Ambulance Service and West Yorkshire Police on Sunday, September 6. The first incident at around 2.30pm involved 14 members of the team assisting Yorkshire Ambulance Service crews with a casualty in a remote part of Scammonden. Later that evening at 8.30pm the skills of the team were in demand again. A total of 24 team members accompanied by five police officers spent the next four hours searching the woodland. Anyone wishing to support the team should visit the Holme Valley Mountain Rescue website at www.holmevalleymrt .org.uk
Bin collection day changes BINS across Kirklees will now be collected from Monday to Thursday and the crews will work longer hours over those days – so the time bins are collected will also change. A letter received by Kirklees residents gives details on new bin collection days, which colour bin to put out and what items can be placed in each bin. From Monday, October 5, the council’s waste collection crews will begin using new bin stickers. These stickers will help inform residents of how to correctly use their recycling and waste bins. More information can be found at www.kirklees.gov.uk/binsticker.
Young actors get the chance to shine with latest performance By Bronte Matthews TALENTED young actors will get the chance to shine when Turn Again Theatre perform The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The Holmfirth company are well known for giving junior members key roles in their annual pantomime but now they have chosen a children’s classic to give younger stars the opportunity to show off their skills to the full. First-time director Kate Piatt did not need to look too far when deciding which play to take on, once it had been decided that Turn Again’s up-andcoming performers would take centre stage this time. She said: “I wanted to do something I was familiar with for my directing debut and I was a huge fan of the Narnia books when I was a child. I read them over and over and loved the stories. “I also wanted the show to be all about the children in the company. They perform annually in Turn Again Theatre pantos but otherwise they get
Turn Again Theatre is performing The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was very little opportunity to written in the 1940s by act as a group. “They are such a talent- Oxford University professor C S Lewis and led to ed and enthusiastic six sequels, collectively bunch and I have been so known as the Chronicles proud of the way they of Narnia. have dedicated themIt features four children selves to rehearsals. They – Peter, Susan, Edmund are going to be brilliant and Lucy Pevensie – who on stage.” were evacuated from Kate is well used to London during World War working with children II to a large country after teaching for 17 house, where they discovyears at Upperthong er a secret door that Junior and Infant School, where she became deputy leads to a magical kingdom. head teacher in March A handful of Turn this year. Again regulars take on Best-selling fantasy the adult roles in the play novel The Lion, the Witch
and the Wardrobe at Holmfirth Civic Hall. the other new recruits. but otherwise the chilWe really are a family dren are the stars – and company and it has been the reputation of the company has seen several a pleasure to work with everyone involved.” newcomers welcomed on The Lion, the Witch and board. the Wardrobe, by Turn Kate said: “We had a Again Theatre, can be number of enquiries after seen at the Civic Hall in putting up a display at Holmfirth from our last play, The Weir, in May when we invited any- Wednesday, October 7 to Saturday, October 10, one interested in taking starting at 7.15pm. part in The Lion, the Tickets cost £7, or £5 Witch and the Wardrobe concessions, and can be to get in touch. booked from Holmfirth “One of those was Jamie-Lee Nursey and she Information Centre on 01484 222444, or via turhas taken on the key part nagaintheatre@yahoo.co. of Susan, while there uk were plenty of roles for
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Samba band promotes benefits of drumming By Bronte Matthews
HONLEY Samba Band is promoting drumming as an effective way to reduce stress and strengthen the immune system. Katie Mallard led drumming groups in East Anglia for eight years. During that time she saw how music can offer offer joy and support to people. After moving to the Holme Valley, Katie formed the Honley Samba Band in 2013. The weekly two-hour sessions run on Friday evenings at Southgate Theatre. It started with six members but has grown in reputation and now averages 20 in the band. Beginners travel from across Kirkless to learn Samba drumming in Honley. Katie, who is the musical director, said: “Regardless of musical ability, drumming can be a fun way to exercise, with the added incentive that the fitter you become the
Honley Samba Band was formed two years ago. that of Morphine and can be easier it is to play for longer. accompanied by an ener“Drumming increases the gised outlook on life.” heart rate and blood flow, The friendly drumming just like a gentle aerobic group wants to hear from exercise and can help to anybody aged 10 to 100 who tone muscles, particularly on would like to pick up a the upper body. Brazilian-style drum, “Research also suggests whether you have lots of that drumming not only musical experience or none serves as a distraction from whatsoever. pain and grief but actually Anyone who is interested promotes the production of in joining or for more inforendorphins, responsible for mation contact Katie on blocking pain signals. 07736 049089 or at hon“These trigger a positive leysamba@gmail.com feeling in the body similar to
Tree pruning to allow group to make progress WORK will soon be starting in Holmfirth to prune and thin out the overgrown trees. This will allow the River 2015 group to make
progress with other works planned to improve the river. Contractors will be starting very soon and the work should last a couple of days. River 2015 have made
sure that all the necessary authorities and permissions are in place. You can find more information at www.river2015 .org/
Longley Farm walked away with a string of great results at this year’s Cheese and Dairy Show at the Great Yorkshire Show in Harrogate. Longley Farm jersey extra rich cream came out as favourite, winning reserve supreme champion dairy product, best chilled product and best channel island cream. The farm also celebrated a slew of other accolades in categories as varied as cultured cream, crème fraîche, ice cream and yoghurt.
CCTV released after attempted armed robbery at travel agents DETECTIVES investigating an attempted armed robbery involving a knife in Slaithwaite have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to. A man entered a travel agent shop on Kiln Hill armed with a knife and made demands for money shortly after 9.10am on Thursday, August 27. When he was told the police had been called, he fled the travel agents emptyhanded. The man is described as white, in his early 40s,
approximately 5ft 10ins tall, of medium height and large build. He was wearing a long black coat, a beanie-type hat and was wearing latex gloves. Detective Sergeant Nigel Gittins, of Kirklees District
CID, said: “Thankfully noone was injured and no property taken, but understandably this man’s actions have caused significant distress to the staff members present. “We have a CCTV image from the vicinity of this offence of a man who we would like to identify and speak to in connection with this incident. “Anyone who recognises this man or with any other information that could assist us in our ongoing enquiries is asked to call Kirklees District CID via 101.”
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Volunteer group offers support and donations to Calais refugee crisis By Olivia Taylor
Kim Tilger-Holt, Jan Benham, Colette Cummings, Fran Brook, Daphne London, Jean Bradley and Stanley Benn.
Generations join for art project By Bronte Matthews SCHOOLCHILDREN from across Holmfirth have teamed up with older people on an art project that focussed on the River Holme and brought the generations together. The Riverlution project saw members of Holme Valley Sharing Memories – a local arts group for older people – work alongside pupils from Lydgate Special School and Holmfirth Junior and Infant School. The project included a trip to the river to explore its banks and record the wildlife and sounds and sights. Lydgate schoolchildren used art to depict the flow of
the river, with the help of local artist John Holt. They also created a river mural made up of lengths of handpainted fabric. Year six Holmfirth Junior and Infant School pupils worked with writer Mary Cooper to compose poetry and prose inspired by the story of the Holmfirth Flood of 1852. All the pupils received a copy of a booklet with their work included and some of the poems were displayed along the river during Art Week. Project manager Sally Brown said: “Projects like this offer opportunities for young and old to work
together and share their life experiences in a positive environment which gives all the participants self-confidence. “The theme of the river really inspired the children to produce some fantastic work. “They enjoyed working alongside our Sharing Memories members and shared stories about more recent events such as the 1944 flood which one of our members recalls.” A week-long exhibition of the work was mounted at Up Country in Holmfirth and now Sharing Memories is raising funds to work on a glass project in the Autumn.
THE Calais refugee crisis has struck a chord with a group of local volunteers who have come together to offer their support and donations. After seeing the distressing images in national newspapers a collection of Holme Valley residents called on the community to help. The people of the area have rushed to help, making hundreds of donations to local collection points. Local painter and fundraiser Ross Moore spearheaded the campaign in Holmfirth, after a large collection of responses to his proposal to help the refugees on Holmfirth’s community Facebook page. He said: “I couldn’t believe how many people came forward to help in just 24 hours it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster. Complete strangers have been getting in touch
with me asking how they can help. “It’s all been lovely my faith in humanity has been restored, there are a lot of local issues but people have still come forward to offer their donations.” Meltham’s Carlile Institute has opened its doors to accept donations from the public, with Councillor Richard Noon expressing his appreciation. He added: “It’s been absolutely phenomenal we’ve been amazed by the amount of donations, it’s been huge. We’re packed up to the ceiling with clothes and we’ve had about 400 tents donated.” The Holme Valley’s generosity and kindness has been recognised nationally with the district being featured on BBC Breakfast and ITV’s Good Morning Britain. The public generosity has been remarkable worldwide
not only in the Holme Valley. It’s been a case of if you don’t help we will. All donations will be sent to charity group Calaid and then given to refugees in need. The organisation are calling on people to donate: shoes (trainers and hiking boots), tents, jackets, socks, candles, sleeping bags, jeans and tracksuit bottoms, toiletries, plastic bags and belts. If you would like to donate visit: Carlile Institute – Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm, Saturday 9am-2pm and closed Sunday. Hope Bank Works, Honley – Friday evenings starting on September 18. For more information on what you can donate visit www.calaid.com To volunteer visit http://www.carlileinstitute.co.uk/vounteer-tohelp.html or contact Ross Moore on 01484 687316.
Man cautioned as police find cannabis factory in Scholes RURAL police officers recently discovered a small cannabis factory in Scholes, Holmfirth.
Police executed a warrant at the address and property was seized. A small cannabis factory was dismantled and
recovered. A man was given a caution for the cannabis and enquiries are ongoing.
Termination and renewal of commercial property business leases: Issues for landlords and tenants By Simon Best THE termination or renewal of a business lease is an issue which many landlords and tenants have to consider on the expiry of the contractual term stated in their lease. Qualifying business tenancies are automatically protected from termination under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (when the lease is not contracted out of the Act). The Act provides that such leases will not automatically come to an end on the expiry of the term stated in the lease but instead can continue effectively on the same terms and at the same rent until the lease is terminated in one of the prescribed ways provided for in the Act. The tenant of such a lease is entitled to request a new lease from the landlord and the landlord can only object on certain pre-
scribed grounds. From the landlord’s point of view he may decide to grant the tenant a new lease. In such a case the starting point for the landlord may be to serve on the tenant a prescribed form of notice, setting out the proposed terms of the new lease. If the landlord intends to oppose a lease renewal he can serve requisite notice in the prescribed from specifying the prescribed grounds of opposition (which may for example be the landlord intends to redevelop the property). From the tenant’s point of view the tenant can request a new business ten-
ancy by serving a valid notice on the competent landlord ensuring that it complies with the strict requirements of the Act. If the landlord wishes to oppose the tenant’s request for a new tenancy, the landlord must serve a counternotice after the tenant’s request has been made. Ultimately if an agreement cannot be reached the court has power to terminate the existing lease without the grant of a new lease or to order a new lease. Bailey Smailes can advise on the complex area of lease terminations and renewals and all aspect of commercial leases and landlord and tenant matters. Simon Best is a solicitor at Bailey Smailes Solicitors. This article is for general guidance only. Action should not be taken without obtaining specific legal advice.
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Food and drink festival reminder ONE of the biggest events on Holmfirth’s calendar is set to take place on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27. The annual Food and Drink Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary and is set to be the biggest yet, with stalls on Towngate in the centre of town now staying open until 9pm. To go with the variety of food and drink on offer there will also be free workshops and activities for both children and adults to get involved with.
HoTT offers advice on staying warm Going, going, gone ... Evie Williams with long hair (left) and her new shorter style (centre). The hair which will be donated to the Little Princess Trust (right).
Evie donates her hair to charity By Bronte Matthews A HEPWORTH girl who refused to have her hair cut has braved the hairdresser’s chair to donate her locks to a charity which provides wigs to children suffering with cancer. Mum Linda Williams said Evie, 10, was adamant she did not want her long blonde hair
chopped off, but she suddenly had a change of heart when she became aware of children’s cancer charity the Little Princess Trust. The charity provides real hair wigs to boys and girls across the UK and Ireland that have lost their own hair through cancer treatment. The charity also assist
children with other conditions which could result in hair loss such as alopecia. Linda said: “Basically as long as the donated hair is seven inches or longer and in a natural state then you send it off to them and they can then send it to their wig makers. Apparently it can take five donated hair
pieces per wig.” Evie has recently moved from Hepworth School up to Kirkburton Middle School where she will debut her much shorter hair style. Linda said: “We are very proud of her. She’s a very socially aware young lady even though she’s only 10.” Evie’s hair was
chopped by hairdresser Katie from Muse Hair and Beauty in Holmfirth. Are you a proud parent? Has your child done something for charity that you’d love to praise them for? Our reporters would love to hear from you. Please feel free to email your stories to news@holmevalleyreview.co.uk
HOLMFIRTH Transition Town is offering advice to local residents on how they can stay warm this winter. The organisation will be giving out free draught excluders and foil to stick behind radiators on outside walls at their stall at Holmfirth Library. They will be at the library on October 9, November 6 and December 4 between 10am and 12pm.
Christmas Cracker at Honley Library FRIENDS of Honley Library invite you to a special Christmas Cracker of a Poetry Readaround on Tuesday, December 1 between 7pm and 9pm, with acclaimed Honley Male Voice Choir singers ‘8-In-ABar’ to delight you and audience readings afterwards. This is a TICKET ONLY event £2 including festive refreshments. All welcome. Tickets available from Honley Library soon. Telephone 01484 222340.
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Cumbrian street band BLAST Furness will lead the parade at the annual Marsden Jazz Festival, which is set to be the biggest yet with almost 100 gigs taking place at 26 venues.
Make your own kazoo horn and join the parade By Bronte Matthews VISITORS to this year’s Marsden Jazz Festival are being encouraged to make their own kazoo horns and join in with the Saturday parade. Organisers have promised it will be the biggest Festival yet with almost 100 gigs taking place at 26 venues and
over 70 free events. Internationally-acclaimed saxophonist Jean Toussaint will lead the headliners at the festival between Friday, October 9 and Sunday, October 11, with the parade taking place on Saturday, October 10. The parade will be led by Cumbrian street band BLAST Furness and a mov-
ing scrap metal sculpture, the Hurly Burly, which wowed visitors at last year’s festival. Most of the headline gigs will once again be taking place at the 19th century Mechanics Hall. Other venues include three outdoor stages – the Marquee on the Bridge, the Marquee outside the
Mechanics and the Bandstand in the Park, 13 pubs, clubs and bars, two cafes and one former cowshed. Festival producer, Barney Stevenson, said: “We’ve got a really exciting line-up for this year’s festival and, once again, we’ve been able to make the vast majority of gigs free to attend, thanks to
the generosity of local businesses and funding from Arts Council England and Kirklees Council. “There’s always a great family atmosphere during the festival weekend and you’ll hear the sound of jazz ringing through the streets, whether you arrive by car, bus, train or even boat.” Other headline acts at this
Witnesses sought after serious assault in Milnsbridge DETECTIVES are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Milnsbridge on August 12. A 29-year-old man was assaulted by a group of men shortly after 8pm at the Britannia Mills Industrial Estate.
The victim suffered serious injuries and received treatment at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Detective Inspector Stef Wiseman, of Kirklees CID, said: “The victim has sustained a number of serious injuries during this assault, which could have proved fatal.
“This incident has occurred in a relatively secluded area off the main road, and I believe the suspects will have local knowledge. “I would appeal to anyone who was in the area around the industrial estate between 8pm and 8.30pm to think back to if
they saw anyone or anything suspicious, including vehicles acting or driving suspiciously, or driving off from the industrial estate at speed. Enquiries are ongoing.” Anyone who has information is asked to contact Kirklees District CID via 101.
James Cairns with his team-mates that completed the Tough Mudder (left), and serving in Afghanistan (right).
Amputee ex-soldier completes Tough Mudder By Olivia Taylor A FORMER soldier who lost a leg in Afghanistan has recently completed a gruelling Tough Mudder assault course. James Cairns, 26, of Honley, has always been active and wants to keep it that way despite his disability.
He said: “I’m trying my hardest to carry on with my life as I used to, I was active before and I am now, it keeps morale up and stops me from feeling down.” James completed the challenge in four hours and 42 minutes despite suffering pain caused by the moisture rubbing on his
leg. He explained: “It’s a big challenge for able bodied people let alone disabled people, it was even harder than I imagined it would be, but I didn’t train at all, I got off a lads’ holiday a few weeks before.” James, who was shot in Afghanistan in October 2011, hasn’t stopped there.
Next year he hopes to compete in the Orlando Invictus Games – a sporting event for wounded and ill service men and women. James also hopes to compete in the 1,500 metres at next year’s Paralympics. He said: “I really enjoy it, and it’s nice to be able to give something back.”
year’s festival include New Orleans-based clarinettist Evan Christopher on Friday, October 9, and Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year Arun Ghosh on Saturday, October 10. More details are available via the Marsden Jazz Festival website at www.marsdenjazzfestival.co m
Internal Beauty Clinic nominated for two national awards ... We are delighted to announce that Internal Beauty Clinic has been nominated this year for two National Awards. MyFaceMyBody Awards 2015 Best Clinic England, Scotland, Ireland (we are through to the final six). The MyFaceMyBody Awards are the most glamorous awards in the aesthetics industry. Attended by a mixture of industry experts from dental, cosmetic surgery, aesthetic and the beauty industry as well as celebrities, the awards celebrate all that is exceptional and innovative. The Aesthetics Award 2015 Epionce Award Best Clinic North England (through to the final six). The Aesthetics Awards are judged by a panel of Industry experts and are judged on commitment to excellence in customer service,patient care and patient safety, and evidence. Owner Lisa Monaghan-Jones said: “This national recognition (twice over highlights the amazing achievement of my team who work so hard.” She added: “My priority,” says Lisa, “is the provision of proven, safe and effective treatments. As a Medical Director I have to look for a strong evidence base that a given treatment will have the desired result, with negligible risk of adverse outcomes. “We’re so pleased to be bringing something different to West Yorkshire. We are proud to be one of the first clinics in the North of England to be treating our patients with devices like Exilis Elite, which uses radio frequency energy rather than scalpels.” The clinic has undergone an external and internal facelift managing to create an opulent yet tranquil atmosphere – hush in a rush! As well as the full range of beauty treatments,relaxing massage and facials,the clinic incorporates one of the most advanced cosmetic medical clinics, with a variety of procedures such as Botulinum Toxin/Juvederm Dermal fillers to treat wrinkles. IPL hair removal. Treatments for problem skin, acne, psoriasis, rosacea and anti-ageing treatments.
Lisa Monaghan-Jones, RGN, Nurse Independent Prescriber Advanced Aesthetic Practitioner Dip.G.BCCH,MGCH. RT, Dip. ITEC APM, Dip. ITEC Beauty.
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What’s On Guide Friday September 18, charity pamper morning at Totties Garden Centre, 9.3011.30am. The kids have gone back to school and after a crazy summer here’s a chance for some ‘me’ time. Grab yourself a coffee, then come and enjoy a mini treatment from fully qualified UK therapists. Mini manicure, eyebrow tidy, mini facial, head, shoulder or hand massage – all £5. If there are younger children with you a child peer massage group can be arranged by an MISP teacher, so they learn how to treat each other, so your kids feel good as well! The therapists volunteer to work with disabled children & adults in Bosnia and Kosovo so all the money raised will go to phoenix-aid (reg CC No 1103938). Saturday September 19, Honley Male Voice Choir presents The Magic of the Musicals: evening extravaganza at Huddersfield Town Hall, 7pm, Also taking part will be Honley High School Choir led by Laura Taylor and special guest vocalist Sarah Ogden. Come and sing along to your favourite show tunes. Tickets available from Kirklees information offices 01484 223200 (Huddersfield) and 01484 222444 (Holmfirth). Saturday September 19 – Friday 25, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Sat 19, Peter Hook & The Light, performing New Order’s Low Life and Brotherhood albums plus an opening set of Joy Division tracks; Mon 21, Box Office Bar – monthly jam night with The Majestic 12 – blues, R&B, country, skiffle and folk; Thurs 24, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas – Motown legend celebrating 50 years of music, hits including Nowhere To Run, Jimmy Mack and Dancing In the Street; Thurs 24, Box Office Bar – Open mic night; Fri 25, Reef, nine Top 40 hits from 1995-2000. Tickets for main stage events available from the Box Office Bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Saturday September 19 – Monday 21, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Sat 19, 11am and 2pm, Trunk Tales, interactive show using puppetry and the contents of a magical trunk, creating Arabic seas, towering mountains, fields of turnips and the tallest trees; Sat 19, 7.30pm, Thy Neighbours latest unmissable production from acclaimed Huddersfield writer Angie Smith (Twice My Age, The Funeral), an hilarious comedy of conflict in the community; Mon 21, 7.45pm, Manuelita – the story of a revolutionary, proto-feminist, underground spy and the beating heart of South American liberation. Box
office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk
Sunday September 20 and October 4, Holmfirth Farmers’ Market: quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more, in the Market Hall, 9am2pm. Information line 01484 223730. Sunday September 20, Wessenden Way Picnic Walk: free guided walk, nine miles, setting off from Carlile Street Car Park, Meltham, 10am start. More information: Ann 07779 936 026, look for ‘Meltham Walkers are Welcome’ on Facebook or go to www.walkingmeltham.com Tuesday September 22 and October 6, Huddersfield Birdwatchers Club: meetings at Huddersfield Town Hall, 7.30-9pm. Free admission, all welcome. Contact Mike Denton 01484 646990. Tuesday September 22, Honley Library: An Evening with Julia Deakin, acclaimed prizewinning, widely published Huddersfield poet, 7.309pm. The event is being organised by the library’s Friends group. Tickets £2 including refreshments. More information: Lindasharpe@hotmail.co.uk Thursday September 24 – Saturday 26, Penistone Paramount: Move Over Mrs Markham – comedy farce set in an elegant top floor flat, presented by Penistone Theatre Group, 7.15pm nightly. Box office 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Friday September 25 – Sunday 27, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Fri 25, 7.30pm, 21st Birthday Gala, celebrating LBT’s coming of age in style, including a performance from Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads, songs from Opera North, award winning magic and Birmingham Royal Ballet performing the White Swan Pas de Deux from Swan Lake. Sat 26 and Sun 27, 5.30pm, Halifax Dance Academy Spotlight 2015 – children’s dance and musical theatre favourites. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Friday September 25, HepworthLIVE presents: Sally Barker (2014 finalist, The Voice) who reduced Sir Tom Jones and viewers alike to tears with her flawless performances, now on tour to promote her new six track EP Love Rat. The concert at Hepworth Village Hall also features talented Bradford singer songwriter Bella Gaffney. Online ticket booking at wegottickets.com Saturday September 26 –
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Sunday 27, Holmfirth Food and Drink Festival: now in its 10th year, something for all the family with over 60 local and regional food and drink stalls, open air bar and food court, live music and street entertainment, cookery demonstrations, brewery tours, children’s workshops, local arts and craft market.
tion contact Jenny Begley 01457 874539. Tuesday October 6 – Saturday 10, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Longwood Amateur Operatic Society presents Carousel, including the much-loved songs You’ll Never Walk Alone, If I Loved You and June Is Bustin’ Out All Over, 7.15pm nightly + 2.15pm Saturday matinee. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk
Saturday September 26 – Sunday 27, Holme Valley Chrysanthemum, Dahlia and Vegetable Society: annual open show at Pennine Garden Centre, Huddersfield Road, Shelley (HD8 8LF). Contact J. Jozefow 01226 764094.
Friday October 9, Penistone Paramount: Solid Gold 70s Show – glamrock greats, disco hits, power ballads and party anthems, 7.30pm. Box office 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk
Saturday September 26, Huddersfield Town Hall: Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra – Three B’s: Berlioz – Carnaval Romain, Beethoven – Piano Concerto No 4 and Brahms – Symphony No 4, 7.309.30pm. Ticket information 01484 223200. Saturday September 26 – Sunday 27, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Sat 26, Red Hot Chilli Pipers – most famous bagpipe band on the planet, groundbreaking fusion of traditional Scottish music and rock/pop anthems; Sun 27, Film: Force Majeure – shockingly impressive award-winning Swedish film (doors 7pm for 7.30pm start). Tickets for main stage events available from the Box Office Bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Saturday September 26, True North & Made In Holmfirth: evening of music and pictures at Wilshaw Village Hall (HD9 4DX), 7.30-10pm. True North blend folk, bluegrass and Americana to touch your heart and get your foot tapping. Walking guide and landscape photographer Andy Leader (Made in Holmfirth) will present Catch The Light, showcasing his stunning original images of the Holme and Colne Valleys. Tickets £7.50 from wegottickets.com £9 on the door. Sunday September 27, National Trust, Marsden Moor: Warp and Weft – enjoy a short afternoon stroll around Marsden exploring the textile heritage of the upper Colne Valley and unravelling the yarns of cloth making amid the Pennine Hills. Meet at Marsden Station, 1.30pm start. You will need suitable outdoor clothing and footwear, a snack and a drink. More information 01484 847016, marsdenmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk Thursday October 1 – Saturday 3, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Thurs 1, 8pm, Falling In Love With
Carol Decker, lead singer with T'Pau, appearing at Holmfirth Picturedrome, October 3. Photo credit: Sam Webb for a rare tour promoting Frida – intimate and entichis new album Restless ing performance exploring Years. Tickets available the life, loves and legacy of from the Box Office bar the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo; Sat 3, 11am, 1pm and (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net 2.30pm, Where Caterpillars Go – live music and playful Sunday October 4, National movement in a fun, visually Coal Mining Museum for striking children’s show. England: Vintage and Box office 01484 430528, Antique Fair, 10am-4pm. www.thelbt.co.uk Admission £1.50, free for under 16s. The museum is Saturday October 3, on the A642 New Road, National Trust, Marsden Overton, near Wakefield. Moor: Way Stone Views – Stall enquiries 07515 507 climb high up onto the mosses for far ranging 801, museum 01924 848806. views over the valleys below. Meet at Marsden Sunday October 4, Hade Station, 10am start. The Edge Brass Band: route is 8.5 miles and will fundraising evening at The take five and a half hours to Carding Shed, Dobroyd complete, with steep climbs Mills, Hepworth, 6.30-10pm. and rough terrain. More Music from the band and information 01484 847016, guest soloists, plus supper. marsdenmoor@nationalTickets £10 available from trust.org.uk High Society Vintage Clothes at Dobroyd Mills or Saturday October 3, phone 01484 680400. Holmfirth WI Centenary Ball: three-course meal, Sunday October 4, New entertainment by a magiMill Club: monthly session cian and live band at by six-piece jazz band New Bagden Hall, Scissett. Also: Orleans Wiggle, foot-tapa grand raffle, all proceeds ping music, old style jazz, going to local charity blues and spirituals. 7.30Pennine Domestic Violence 10pm, £4 admission. Group. Tickets: £35 (tables Contact Richard Lord 01484 of 10 available): phone 683476, richardblord 01484 865330, email @gmail.com Treasurer@holmfirthwi.org. uk Monday October 5, Saddleworth Players presSaturday October 3 – ent Theft: witty comedy Saturday 10, Holmfirth thriller by Eric Chappell Picturedrome: Sat 3, T’Pau, (writer of of Rising Damp), best known for China In at the Millgate Arts Centre, Your Hand (No.1, 1987), Delph (OL3 5JG). Doors also playing songs from open 5.30pm, early supper their new album; Fri 9, £12.50 per head at 5.45pm, Hayseed Dixie – the best performance 7.30pm. feelgood, barnstorming, Fundraising event for rootin’ tootin’, twangy banSaddleworth Museum, curjoed night out of the year; rently closed for a major Sat 10, Leo Sayer – internarefurbishment and due to tional chart-topping, British reopen next spring. For music legend, back home tickets and more informa-
Friday October 9 – Sunday 11, Marsden Jazz Festival: live music in every available venue, mostly free of charge, and outdoors including Saturday, 12noon-1pm, street music parade through the village. For more information and latest updates visit marsdenjazzfestival.com Box office 0800 6125 649 (10am4pm, Mon-Fri), general enquiries 01484 846969. Saturday October 10, National Trust, Marsden Moor: Jazz Walk – take time out from Marsden’s Jazz Festival weekend to enjoy fantastic views over the village and hear some local history along the way. Meet at Marsden Station, 10am start. More information 01484 847016, marsdenmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk October 27 and 28, Spooky SCRAPtastic workshops at Totties Garden Centre. Tuesday 27th (pumpkin masks) and Wednesday 28th October (scary bats) 9.3011am. While you relax and enjoy a coffee and a piece of cake in our cafe, the kids can be entertained making something fun and exciting. Whilst enjoying themselves they’re also learning about the importance of recycling and the impact that has on the environment. Each child will make either a pumpkin mask or a scary bat which they can take home with them. After the workshop stay with us and have lunch while enjoying the outdoor activities including: sandpit, garden games and visiting our animals. Activities are hosted in The Olive Tree Cafe and run by professionals from Fair & Funky. £3,50 per child – no booking required. Friday, October 30, Halloween party at Totties Garden Centre from 4pm to 6pm. Event includes pumpkin carving, best dressed prize, kids’ tea and a drink, craft activities and music and dancing (from 5pm). £7.50 per child and booking is recommended.
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New postmaster and postmistress thank community By Olivia Taylor HOLMFIRTH’S new postmaster and postmistress have thanked locals for making them feel welcome in the community. Hardeep Singh Sahota and his wife Jaz took over the post office in the summer with help from Sowbery Bridge post office’s previous managers Steve and Hillary. Ex secondary school teacher Hardeep has completely changed his career, swapping his job as a formal learning co-ordinator at Yorkshire Sculpture Park for his new role as a postmaster, while still taking an interest in local history working with the University of Huddersfield where he is a research fellow. The pair are set to make the facility more community friendly, with plans to remove the glass partition to give users a more open plan service. Hardeep said: “We’d like to thank the local people, they’ve all been so nice, it’s made us feel really welcome.”
Hardeep Singh Sahota and his wife Jaz. of 8am to 6pm Monday to The post office is set to Saturday. The premises will benefit from a WHSmith be closed for refurbishment Local branded refurbishfrom September 10 to 30. ment, but Hardeep is keen to An official opening, which assure the public that the will be attended by Jason only thing that will change is McCartney MP, will take the standard of stationery place on October 9, with all products, greeting cards, money raised from the event newspapers, magazines and going to the NSPCC. much more. While Holmfirth’s post Hardeep said: “The new office branch is closed, branch will still offer all the locals can use all neighboursame products and services ing post offices (Meltham, the community is used to, in Brockholes, Scholes, a fresh and modern environNetherton) for all their ment.” postal requirements and to Customers will also benecollect their pensions. fit from later opening times
A young athlete from Holmfirth is set to receive additional support to help him achieve his aspirations for him to become the next big sporting star. Innovative fitness rewards app, bounts, has teamed up with SportsAid, to provide the £1,000 award. Tennis player Barney Fitzpatrick, 13, from Holmfirth, is ranked in the top twenty in the country for his age. Barney said: “I need to start entering Tennis Europe events now, which I have not done before due to the travel costs, so the funding will help to make this possible.”
Residents reminded to respond to enquiry form RESIDENTS are being reminded to respond to the Register of Electors 2015 to 2016 Household Enquiry Form – even if there are no changes to their details.
It is important for people to respond to ensure that they are registered to vote in elections and referendums. People who are not registered are not able to vote.
The council uses the information provided on the form to compile an up to date electoral register, which will be re-published on December 1.
Funding available for art projects FUNDING of up to £2,000 is being offered to community groups wanting to run arts projects in the Holme Valley. The Arts in the Neighbourhood Scheme, run by the Kirklees Creative Economy Team, offers grants between £150 and £2,000. During the last round of
funding Holme Valley Sharing Memories received funding for ‘Reflections’ which is an arts project for children and adults with learning disabilities. The Children’s Art School also received funds to help run an arts project for children and young people in the Holme Valley. Meltham Community
Trust received funding for a project called ‘Urban Art’, running art sessions for young people The deadline for the next round of funding is September 30 – for projects that will start after December 4. Further details is available from funding@ kirklees.gov.uk
Martha McLean with her grandma, who has dementia.
Martha set to tackle the Grand Canyon for Alzheimer’s Society By Bronte Matthews
Members ask Jason to support campaign MEMBERS of Holme Valley Fairtrade met with MP Jason McCartney recently to ask for his support for the latest Fairtrade Foundation campaign called Show Your Hand. In September, the government will be involved in setting the new Sustainable Development Goals which will replace the Millennium Goals.
These goals offer an opportunity to put Fairtrade at the centre of trade policy and could create fair, sustainable trade. The Fairtrade Foundation has asked campaigners to raise this opportunity with their MP and demand action to make trade fair. A spokesperson for Holme Valley Fairtrade said: “We’re very lucky to have an MP
who is also a Fairtrade supporter. “Both his Parliamentary and Holmfirth offices have Fairtrade coffee for staff and visitors, and he also asks for Fairtrade when out and about. “The best example of this is that Grand Central Trains made the switch to Fairtrade after being challenged by Jason.”
A HOLMFIRTH woman is set to tackle the Grand Canyon trek to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. Martha McLean, from Wooldale, will join the fight against dementia in March 2016, as she dons her walking boots to trek the magnificent Grand Canyon. The mother-of-three hopes to raise over £3,500 for Alzheimer’s Society by taking part in the five day trek starting on March 8. Martha said: “I decided to take part in this challenge for Alzheimer’s Society because my grandma is one
of the 800,000 people in the UK living with dementia. “Over the last two years I have watched her lose her understanding of the world she lives in, her confidence and her independence. “She inspired me to take on such a mammoth challenge, as she has faced her own battles throughout her life as a nurse in the Polish army during World War II, and then as a young mother facing life as a refugee in Britain after the war.” Martha has found the training and fundraising difficult to fit in around her busy job at the University of Huddersfield and three
young children, but this hasn’t stopped her determination. She added: “It’s great to know that every mile I trek will help support people to live well with dementia today and fund research to find a cure for tomorrow. “Thanks to the generosity of the local community, friends, and family, I’m halfway to my fundraising target and I’m really looking forward to it.” To sponsor Martha visit www.justgiving.com /marthamclean or text MMGC56 £5 to 70070 to donate £5 instantly.
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Parliamentary Corner with Jason McCartney MP
Back after a busy summer I AM writing this month’s column on the train down to London as Parliament returns from the Summer Recess. I had an extremely busy summer working and volunteering in our community but I did find time for a relaxing week-long break on the East Coast with my girls in Filey. We were lucky with the weather and fortunately I had decent weather for my annual Volunteer Week at the beginning of August. For the fifth year on the trot I spent a full week during the summer joining some of the many wonderful volunteers who give so much time and commitment to local groups and charities in our community. I was across the constituency with organisations like the Huddersfield Canal Society, the Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team and the National Trust. But I don’t just volunteer for one week a year, only a few weeks ago I was out with the River 2015 project team tidying up the river bank of the River Holme in Holmbridge. I recently ran the Great North Run up in Newcastle. I am raising funds for the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice which supports children with life limiting conditions, and their families, in West Yorkshire.
I warmed up for this Half Marathon (13 miles) by joining dozens of other local runners for the annual Honley 10k trail run. Congratulations to Tom Kaye who came home first, all the runners who took part and to Rob and his team for organising another successful event. It was a pleasure to join in the celebrations for the new extended skate park at the Sands. After years of hard work the dedicated group, inspired by the memory of Isaac Atkinson, have got a fantastic new extended skate park in Holmfirth. Also at the Sands Rec, thousands enjoyed the Holmfirth Wartime Weekend. There was a Dakota flyby on the Saturday and I joined the Mayor of Kirklees and other dignitaries for the parade on the Sunday. At a time when our community is coming together to help those in need around the world, it was great to meet Ukrainian students from Uzhhorod. They were being hosted by the Holmfirth Rotary Club. I’m really pleased that many of our local companies are continuing to expand, taking on new workers and apprentices. Our unemployment rate here is just 2.2 per cent compared to a national average of 5.6 per cent. I recently vis-
ited Meltham Thermal Engineers, which employs 25 staff and operates in the sub-contract heat treatment industry. This successful business is expanding and has recently purchased a 2.4-acre site on Spa Fields in Slaithwaite where they will be erecting a new 33,000 square foot factory. Good luck to all the team. 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 Member of Parliament for Colne Valley
The new season for Holmfirth Camera Club was launched on Monday, September 7. Old and new members came together to enjoy a cheese and wine evening. Photographs taken over summer were reviewed. For further details visit www.holmfirthcameraclub .co.uk Slapton Ley Overflow by Stephen Jessop
Body outline spurs Tony on By Bronte Matthews A MAN from Netherton used a sketch of his body outline to spur him on during his weight loss quest. Pals of Tony Hodkinson sketched his body outline on the wall at car parts firm VTL in Huddersfield, after he announced he was losing weight to raise money for the Special Care Baby Unit at Calderdale Royal Hospital. Tony lost more than three stone in 23 weeks thanks to some serious calorie counting and exercise and raised
a whopping £735. He said: “My weekly weigh-ins at work have driven me. My mates have been great and it was great to be shrinking back from the line. I feel healthier too. “I couldn’t have done it without my wife Sue who prepares delicious calorie controlled meals for us both. She’s supported me by losing weight herself at the same time. “I now work out in the gym, which I have never done before. This is helping me maintain the weight loss and although I do still have
treats I have them less often.” Tony started raising the money as his daughter Jessica was on the unit with croup 28 years ago, and he has friends and family with babies who have been cared for there. He said: “I know they do wonderful care at the unit which means so much to the families who have babies there.” His efforts were boosted with a hamper raffle hosted by Becky Scargill who runs Gift shop on Lidget Street in Lindley.
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Spoilt for choice when eating out in the Holme Valley ... By Mike Wallbank GOING out for a meal is one of life's great pleasures. For many of us it’s the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, but also something you can do on the spur of the moment when you feel like a change of scene or a break from everyday routine. With so many restaurants, bistros and gastro pubs in and around the Holme Valley and surrounding areas, we are seriously spoiled for choice. Whether you are planning a romantic meal for two, meeting up with a few friends, or looking for somewhere family friendly to take the kids, there are plenty of options round about without having to venture too far from home.
The variety of cuisine is just as wide ranging as the venues, from traditional English to Italian, Indian to Chinese and more besides. Atmosphere and ambience are also likely to influence your decision. A tranquil candlelit setting is great for couples, but a larger group might prefer something altogether more lively. The essential ingredients for a successful family gathering would include a dedicated kids’ menu, child-sized portions and ideally somewhere safe and supervised where they can go and play. Activities to keep them occupied and out of mischief are a godsend during those potentially fraught few minutes while the grown-ups are still eating. Drinks to accompany
your meal could include a selection of coffees and teas, fruit juices and soft drinks of every conceivable flavour, as well as continental bottled beers, ciders and perries, real ales and fine wines to suit all tastes. Choosing somewhere for a celebration you are planning in advance might involve comparing different places that
friends have recommended. Many establishments will have their own website offering sample menus, with descriptions and photographs to whet your appetite. It is also worth looking for customer reviews on Trip Advisor and similar sites. It may only be September, but decision time is fast approaching
if you are thinking about arranging a Christmas meal out with family, friends or work colleagues. Booking well in advance is definitely recommended. Leave it too long to make that call and you are likely to find all your preferred venues are full to overflowing for the entire festive season.
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Daredevil’s ‘buried alive’ stunt doesn’t go to plan By Olivia Taylor
May and Leonard Mills.
Couple celebrate 69th wedding anniversary By Bronte Matthews A COUPLE who survived the war together celebrated 69 years of marriage with the help of nurses and caterers at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. May, 92, and Leonard Mills, 93, married at Marsden Methodist church on July 20, 1946. They were already good friends before they decided to start courting one New Year’s Eve. Before World War II, May worked at a mill in Marsden and Leonard worked as a ‘clipper’ on the buses. When the war started Leonard was
sent to Burma and May joined the Land Army. Leonard said: “I sent May a telegram at work in Marsden asking her to meet with me when I was next home and two months down the line we were engaged. “I simply said to May ‘we ought to get married’ on her doorstep before I got the bus home. That’s how it all started.” May and Leonard are parents of three, grandparents of eight, great grandparents of three and great, great grandparents of two. Daughter Pat Bohdan said: “They really are an amazing
couple. Not only to survive the war together, but also to stay married for 69 years. “They really do truly love each other, and in comparison to how long marriages last these days I am very proud of them.” May and Leonard celebrated their wedding anniversary in style on ward eight with a beautiful cake. Ward clerk Maureen Gaunt said: “The team on ward eight wanted to make Leonard and May feel special, especially for their wedding anniversary. We were really happy to make it happen for them.”
Dangerous off-road motorbike is seized by police A DANGEROUS motorbike seen riding around Meltham playing fields was seized recently with help from the off-road bike police team. The motorbike had no brake and was riding close to children who were playing
out. The rider has been reported for driving offences. A spokesperson for the rural police team said: “If you have an off-road bike, make sure you are riding safely on land that you have permission to be on. Wear a
helmet and protective clothing, and make sure your bike is safe to ride. “If you ride it on the roads, streets and playgrounds and we receive complaints, the bike could be seized like this one.”
A HOLME VALLEY dare devil is lucky to be alive after his ‘buried alive’ stunt at Slaithwaite Spa Park didn’t go to plan. Antony Britton was two feet away from the surface when he passed out and had to be pulled out from the ground, leaving him nursing a cracked rib and multiple bruises. Alarm bells started ringing for Antony’s team after he spent nine minutes underground. This prompted them to dig him out. The escapologist said: “If it wasn’t for my team and how quick they are, I’d be dead, there’s no two ways about it, but it’s still gutting knowing I was so close.” Antony’s Escape for life team have been with him since 2012, with their mis-
Antony Britton sion of ‘driving a positive change through the power of entertainment.’ He was originally set to be buried alive last March at Meltham pub the Travellers Rest, but this was postponed due to harsh weather conditions. Instead he was given the task of breaking free from a locked barrel of freezing cold water while he was
handcuffed. He will now join Harry Houdini and Alan Alan as the third person to attempt the stunt in over 100 years. Locals that attended enjoyed the live music and even had the opportunity to face their own fears by taking part in a fire walk, with all proceeds raised from the event going to Leukaemia and Lymphoma research charity Bloodwise. Antony added: “I’ve got to talk to my consultants and my team to see what they think, but if they’re on board I want to try it again. “Looking at the pictures of me passed out was surreal. They didn’t get my best side – I don’t look too good.” To donate money to Antony’s cause visit https://www.justgiving.com/A ntony-Britton/
Talk begins series of exciting events A SERIES of exciting events will be taking place at Brockholes Village Hall this autumn – starting with an illustrated talk by local historian David Cockman on Wednesday, October 7. The talk will feature the fascinating and remarkable story of the tracks and roads built over Standedge above Marsden. This crosses over England’s most inhospitable terrain from Roman times and includes the famous turnpike road built by Blind Jack, of Knaresborough. Other talks will include the story of York Minster on Thursday, October 15, one of Europe’s greatest Gothic
buildings, told by historian and Minster guide Peter Colyer. Explorer Peter Drake MBE will return on Thursday, November 12. He will talk about his adventures deep into the Sahara desert from Tunisia to Algeria, meeting the nomadic tribes and exploring little known archaeological sites. All talks start at 7.30pm and have an entry charge of £4, which includes light refreshments. The Christmas Craft and Gift Fayre will take place on Saturday, November 21. The event is organised by Oliver and Katie Schofield, of
Oliver James Sugarcraft. Oliver’s own cakes will be on sale as well as locally produced bread, cider, craft and gifts. The event is open from 11am until 5pm and entry is free. Local choir, One Voice, will be raising the roof on Saturday, November 21, with 12 to 16 singers performing a range of well known harmonies and medleys. The evening starts at 7.30pm and includes a buffet supper. Tickets are £9 for adults and £6 for under 16s. Tickets are available from Brockholes Post Office and Honley DIY and Pet Supplies or by phoning 01484 662079.
Tips for September from Totties Garden Centre... Sheep the main focus for August DURING August much of our time was spent working with our sheep. The lambs born earlier in the year were weaned from their mothers and wormed to rid them of parasites. These lambs are now grazing our newer grass pastures. New grass pastures are more productive than older swards as the indigenous plant species (weeds to you and I) have had less time to establish themselves. Over the coming weeks we shall be selecting the lambs we wish to keep for breeding. Each year we replace between 15 per cent and 20 per cent of our breeding
ewes with young female lambs. We choose the lambs we wish to breed from carefully – only those who are a twin, were born healthy and have remained healthy and have healthy mothers are selected. Of the remaining lambs some will be sold at the livestock market, to other farmers who wish to grow their own flocks or to butchers and abattoirs, and we shall continue to rear a number of
lambs for sale in our farm shop. While we were weaning the lambs our ewes were also dipped to rid them of the ticks and mites which can live in their fleeces. The ewes are grazing separate fields to their lambs ready for tupping (mating) time. We held a successful hog roast at the end of August to celebrate the opening of our farm shop and tearoom. Both are open five days a week, closed Monday and Thursday, and experience days are held every Wednesday, with one for the children at half term – making pumpkin soup and pumpkin carving.
Help your pumpkins ripen in time for Halloween by removing any leaves shadowing the fruits. When beans and peas finish cropping simply cut the plant away at ground level, leaving the roots in the soil. These crops fix nitrogen which is slowly released into the soil as the roots break down. You can feed your lawn with an autumn fertiliser now, which is rich in potassium and low in nitrogen. You can also sow/ lay new lawns. September is the perfect month as the weather gets a little cooler. Plant autumn flowering bedding to cheer up the garden as other plants start to finish flowering. Antirrhinums, pansies, violas, bellis and wall flowers all will give a splash of late colour to your gardens. Don’t not let camellias and rhododendrons dry out or it will effect next year’s bud-
Plant of the month by Lisa Halifax: Schizostylis (Kaffir lily) – just as autumn is set around the corner this striking plant will add a splash of colour to your garden as other plants are dying back. Rising above the grassy foliage are the spikes which look like miniature gladioli. Each of the blooms on the spikes has the appearance of a crocus, likes well drained soil. by placing pot feet under ding. Start thinking about what them to stop the frost from spring flowering bulbs you cracking them. want to plant and get them Plant hyacinth bulbs ready into the ground. It’s cheaper for Christmas; hyacinths than buying them in pots have a wonderful fragrance next year. to fill your house with Raise pots off the ground scents.
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Well-loved bakery celebrates 20 years A WELL loved Holmfirth bakery is gearing up to celebrate twenty years of successful business. The Old Bridge Bakery first opened its doors on September 20, 1995 and has since introduced locals to a variety of different foreign breads, gaining a large collection of regular customers. Owner Greg Christofi said: “It feels like I’ve brought a little bit of the Mediterranean to Holmfirth with the different types of bread.” With best sellers like garlic and herb and feta and spinach, the bakery prides itself on having a different type of bread for everyone
The Old Bridge Bakery owner Greg Christofi. from vegans to diabetics. Greg is now looking into baking a new bread for cus-
tomers to enjoy, to celebrate the Old Bridge’s birthday. When the premises was first bought the equipment had to be brought completely up to date before the shop could open for business. Twenty years on, the shop is still as busy as ever, selling a wide range of cakes, pies, breads and savoury pasties. Greg added: “The machinery was ancient. I had to buy new, but it paid off as in the first year I doubled my takings. “Will we be open for another 20 years? Who knows, we’ll have to wait and see how things go.”
Rakes Dike in Hepworth.
Hepworth polluted stream mystery is finally solved By Bronte Matthews
THE mystery surrounding a polluted stream in Hepworth has been revealed. Rakes Dike in Hepworth is a popular spot for dog walkers and families. But unfortunately it was being polluted by raw sewage after someone had accidentally connected their sewer to a highway drainage system. The highway drainage system is designed to only take Holmfirth went back in time recently for its annual Wartime Weekend. There was a vari- rainwater to the dike but because of the cross conety of attractions at The Sands, including military vehicles and equipment, displays, nection raw sewage was demonstrations and stalls. The highlight was a Hurricane and Spitfire flypast. Holme regularly flowing into the Valley Parish Council wishes to thank all the supporters and sponsors of the event. Photograph courtesy of Sandie Nicholson – www.photosofyorkshire.com stream.
Fiocco named one of Britain’s Top 50 Foods THE Greedy Little Pig Hog Roast Co. has won a prestigious award organised by the Guild of Fine Foods. Owners Carl and Sarah received the Golden Fork accolade for Charcuterie with their Fiocco product. The award was presented by BBC Radio 2’s Nigel Barden at a ceremony at the Royal Gardens Hotel in London. Out of 10,000 entries in this year’s Great Taste awards, Greedy Little Pig’s Fiocco has been named one of Britain’s top 50 foods. Great Taste is widely acknowledged as the most respected food accreditation scheme for artisan and specialty food producers. The awards are judged by over 400 of the most demanding palates belonging to food critics, chefs, cooks, producers and a host of food writers and journalists. When a product wears a Great Taste label it carries a badge of honour and is recognised as a stamp of excellence among consumers and retailers alike. This result simply means that Greedy Little Pig’s Fiocco has joined the ranks of some of the most out-
Carl and Sarah with Nigel Barden and their award. friends and family, before standing foods available. opening it up for everyone to Owners Carl and Sarah enjoy. Slingsby said: “We are truly Carl and Sarah began rearhumbled to now pick up this ing their pigs about 10 years next award of joining the best food top 50 this year. It’s ago on a single acre of land but now have a 10-acre site a massive boost for such a in Holmfirth. It is a family small business to know we business, with their sons are delivering such a high Max and Oscar welcoming end product. Thankfully the any opportunity to help out. judges, critics and chefs Greedy Little Pig has were unequivocally convinced that our Fiocco tastes grown to the point where they are constantly fully truly amazing.” booked over the major holiGreedy Little Pig has been day periods and weekends. keeping animals on a small scale for many years, now on They now have six hog roasting machines and cater for New House Farm. Originally all occasions. they kept all the produce for
Kirklees Environmental Health team officers investigated the source of the problem. They had a huge task on their hands with literally hundreds of properties located along the route of the highway drain. However, after extensive investigations they traced the source of the pollution to an unaware householder. The officers worked with Yorkshire Water to make sure that the home’s drainage system was properly connected to the foul waste system, and as a result the pollution of the stream has stopped. Coun Steve Hall said: “I
would like to remind residents that if they have any plumbing or building work done or fit a washing machine, that they need to make sure that their drain is properly connected to the correct system not a surface water drain. “Simple mistakes like these can lead to significant pollution of our rivers and watercourses – which is not only damaging to the environment but also affects the experience of visitors to some of our local beauty spots. I would also like to congratulate the officers for their continued diligence in finding the cause of the pollution.”
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Holme Build – the ideal partner for your home project OVER the last eight years Holme Build Supplies at Honley has gained an excellent reputation as the merchant of choice in the Holme Valley with those involved in refurbishment projects, residential and commercial extensions, landscaping and DIY requirements. On residential extensions they work closely with the
customer AND local builders and tradesmen to ensure that the correct top quality materials are delivered on site, on time, so there are no delays with the project. Most self-builders, however, will manage at least part, if not all of their project – and materials buying – themselves, and end up with a long shopping list to work
through. The primary advantage to negotiating your own deals is that no one cares more about your budget than you do — and no one will work harder to stay within it. Staff at Holme Build will discuss the best deals available with you with a view to securing your business longterm.
In fact, Holme Build has recognised just what a significant part of their business self-builders make up, which is why they focus on working with all parties involved in the project. Holme Build stock a vast variety of products, not only to satisfy their trade customers but also homeowners adding value to their proper-
ties with projects of every shape and size. Customers can either collect from the Honley depot, or take advantage of the next day delivery service. The extensively stocked shop and yard can provide both trade and the public with everything from a screw upwards, and a warm friendly welcome is always
assured! Whatever your project the Holme Build team are there to help, saving you the expense and hassle of going to town! Call in to Holme Build at Queen Square Mills, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ or call 01484 666688.
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Natural timber products for garden makeovers ...
From garden sheds to grand designs WHATEVER you are planning for your garden, Earnshaws Fencing Centres are the perfect place to start. Our West Yorkshire centre at Midgley is a treasure trove of garden ideas, landscaping materials and natural timber products. We offer extensive ranges of garden fencing, made to measure driveway gates and decking, plus traditional sheds and modern cabins – ideal for home offices and guest rooms. Discover a peaceful, inspiring and friendly way to choose affordable garden furniture, great value sheds, pergolas and benches, as well as tools, varnishes and fixings from our well-stocked
on-site shops. Not forgetting heaps of advice, a reliable delivery service and a few original gifts for keen gardeners. We are immensely proud of our ethical and sustainable timber products, some of which are produced using timber from our own woodland. The sawmill is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified, and the company always aims to minimise fuel miles wherever possibleby using our own fleet of vehicles. Timber products are a part of a family heritage that dates back to the tree felling and sawmill business founded by Job Earnshaw in 1860. The family’s traditional values of honest advice,
high quality products and value for money are still very much part of the company’s philosophy today. Our vast stock and extensive ranges mean you will be able to take away what you need to get cracking on that new project straight away. For those bigger projects, Earnshaws Fencing Centres offers a delivery service and in most cases, we are able to deliver within a couple of days. From garden sheds to grand designs, Midgley Fencing Centre is open seven days a week to help you make the most of your outdoor space. Web: www.jobearnshaw .co.uk Tel: 01924 830055 Email: info@jobearnshaw.co.uk
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Taking pride in Huddersfield There’s a lot more to Huddersfield Joinery than its name suggests. The company does indeed boast an awardwinning team of City and Guilds qualified joiners which carries out top quality work but they are also award-winning building contractor and project management specialists. A high percentage of the work carried out is conversions, extensions, alterations and internal
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They also specialise in listed building work, restorations and bespoke new build projects. And with over 40 years’ experience in all types of construction work plus many recommendations, including those from highly-respected local architects, Huddersfield Joinery is a firm you can trust. Add to that the awards
they have won from local authorities and the Federation of Master Builders and you can be assured of a job well done. Huddersfield Joinery… a local company that cares about Huddersfield and its people so much they named themselves after the town.
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Garrards opens Joinery Centre showroom at its Great Northern Street depot ... ASL gives access to Holme Valley
GARRARDS, having recently opened a new Joinery Centre showroom at their Great Northern street depot, are keen to tell the local community how it’s the best place to view an extensive range of home improvement products. Simon Chapman, the branch manager, explains: “We have invested heavily in bringing the top manufacturers products such as Richard Burbidge and Cheshire mouldings stairparts, solid hardwood, engineered and laminate flooring, internal and external doors from Xl Joinery and JB Kind, Worktops and many more besides, into stock. “The new showroom takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the merchanting side and allows you to view, touch and feel quality products in a relaxed surrounding. “We have two staff in place – Tim and Dave – to offer advice and give competitive prices for your home improvement projects. “Many of the products available to view are not usually stocked so you probably wouldn’t find anywhere else in Huddersfield to view them. “ Simon added: “ Many customers have a misconception that Garrards Timber is all about trade, the truth is yes trade sales are a large part of our business, but we really do welcome retail customers into our business and the retail customer looking to research and purchase top notch products are welcome with open arms.” The new showroom is a credit to Garrards Timber and you can visit Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm. Garrards also offer a delivery service which is free on all orders over £100 exc vat, usually stock items are despatched on a next day delivery.
Tim Jones, the showroom manager, added: “It’s worth noting we have a good number of special offers at present, such as solid hardwood flooring from £21 per m2 plus vat and Internal engineered oak doors from £76 each plus vat” On a final note Garrards Timber, as well as announcing the opening of the joinery centre showroom, has recently refurbished the Trade Counter and improved the range of other timber products available, they are one stop shop for everything timber related, if we haven’t got it, we know where to get it. So there’s no better time to pick up the phone and give us a call, or come visit us on Great Northern street, Huddersfield. You can call the Joinery Centre showroom on 01484 537911 and the Trade Counter on 01484 428321.
ALTHOUGH new to the Holme Valley, Access Scaffolding Ltd (ASL) comes with a wealth of experience in suppling scaffolding for domestic, commercial and industrial projects. Father and son Mick and Harry Aston have nearly 50 years’ scaffolding experience between them which includes previously erecting scaffolds for general maintenance on a residential property through to major civil engineering sites and construction developments. ASL specialise in domestic residential scaffolds where they can guide the client and property owner to the best and most cost effective access solution for their needs. Director Mick is also a NEBOSH trained scaffolding safety consultant and undertakes statutory scaffold inspections and audits for work that is carried out, together with safety training and consultancy work for local and national contractors. ASL are happy to quote for any size scaffold for any access problem, our motto is “we will get you to where you want to be” To contact ASL email accessscaffolding@ btinternet.com or call 07969 968 387.
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How pattern imprinted concrete can enhance your home ... TWO decades in business and still going strong. With their 20th anniversary, Spectacular Driveways, is pleased to launch its new website. At www.spectaculardriveways.co.uk you will find many examples of their work on the site, along with detailed information about the process and many customer testimonials. After a busy summer the company has its usual autumn savers coming up. This is where you can make a substantial saving on your pattern imprinted concrete driveway or outside area. To arrange a quotation call the sales office on 01484 321456. Due to the great success of its pattern imprinted concrete, the commercial side of the business has increased tremendously. John Quinn, managing director, states that this is down to the huge benefits that pattern imprinted concrete has over other forms of paving: No weeds.
No sinkage of the area No stains. Virtually maintenance free. It can’t be carted away like traditional York stone paving – something imprinted concrete can replicate very well. Hi-Spec concrete UK, sister company of Spectacular Driveways, is growing quite nicely as well. Builders, landscapers and DIYers are really enjoying the service provided by our concrete volumetric trucks that batch on site. This is a modern delivery service providing concrete throughout the Yorkshire region. Hi-Spec mixes freshly batched concrete on site to your own specification.
Should you need help laying the concrete – that service can be provided as well. John said: “We are pleased to provide this fantastic service, which was born out of necessity. “We were always being let down by the drum mixer type delivery service and hispec is now proving popular with almost every kind of customer requiring concrete. “We supply structural concrete, screeds and our own overlay modified screed for covering unsightly areas at a fraction of the cost.” For information on both Spectacular Driveways and Hi-Spec Concrete UK call the sales office on 01484 321456.
Company prides itself on its depth of knowledge SW INTERIOR Designs was founded in 2012 by its founding director Mr S Wood. The company is based in the village of Brockholes, serving the Holme Valley and surrounding areas. The company benefits from a family owned ethos, approachable, combined with the 100-year plus experience of the kitchen industry, supplying product to the contract kitchen, developer market in the United Kingdom. Here at SW Interiors we pride ourselves on our unrivalled depth of knowledge and impartial advice, benefitting to our customers from our experience. We offer a non-pressurised sales experience, combined with a free design service with the latest Cad generated software, with a simple pricing structure. We offer a full project managed service at no cost, total turnkey from concept to completion. This is combined with a mananged alteration build facility. If the client requires a supply only service we still offer the same unrivalled support to their purchase with site/ fitter assistance, with free advice and help.
If you are a builder or kitchen fitter we can offer the benefit of volume cost saving kitchens to the trade accounts, with the unsurpassed SW Interior back up and service. In our recently re-furbished showroom we offer 200 individual ranges of kitchen furniture. From bespoke hand painted furniture to contemporary, combined with modern hi gloss finishes. All manufactured in our factory to your requirements,
without the designer price tag. SW Interior Designs work with the best of the kitchen industry, offering product from the likes of Silestone, Neff, Goreneje, Elica, Quooker, Blanco and Blum to name a few. Our teams of fitters are dedicated to your project from start to finish, all carry the relevant accreditation to complete your new SW Interior Design kitchen. Please spend the time to consider the SW Interior Designs experience.
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Sash Home Improvements Group expand business again 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 customers 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 lightgiving 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 home owners 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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The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer THE new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer is the first premium compact model to offer up to seven seats and fully meet the mobility requirements of young families. Compact exterior dimensions go hand in hand with tremendous flexibility on the inside: a sliding second row of seats with adjustable backrest, a third row of seats that fold into the floor, and provision for up to five universal child seats are just some of the features on offer. The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer is available with a choice of five turbocharged petrol and diesel engines, all sourced from BMW’s latest engine family. With either three or fourcylinders, these advanced powerplants offer superb efficiency and, in the case of the 220i and 220d, a 0-62mph time as low as 7.8 seconds. The 220d xDrive is also the only car in its class to team four-wheel-drive with sevenseat capability. With the latest EfficientDynamics and ConnectedDrive technologies, the new 2 Series Gran Tourer takes advantage of BMW’s lead in driver safety, energy-saving and connectivity features. And thanks to its typically BMW-like sporting dynamics, it fuses its inherent practicality with
genuine driver entertainment, thereby creating a uniquely appealing package. The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer possesses compact dimensions of just 4,556mm x 1,800mm x 1,612mm (L x W x H), sharing its advanced front-wheeldrive architecture – including the transversely mounted engines – with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. However, it comfortably accommodates up to seven people, while simultaneously offering a generous load compartment that extends and from 560- to 1,820-litres. The Gran Tourer is 214mm longer and 53mm higher than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, but a longer wheelbase of 2,780mm provides a further significant increase in space inside the vehicle. The higher roofline allows occupants to sit tall and upright, affording excellent all-round vision, as well as aiding ingress and egress. Legroom, particularly in the rear, is comparable with that of many luxury cars. Three universal child seats can be mounted in the second row, and a further two universal child seats can be fitted in the third row. By sliding the rear seat fore or aft by 130mm, either load capacity or second row knee-room can be prioritised. The backrest can also
be adjusted to enhance comfort in the three rear seats or to create extra luggage space. If maximum stowage space is required, the 40:20:40-split rear seat backrest can be remotely unlocked by pressing a button in the boot, then folded down to create an almost level cargo floor. The front passenger backrest can also be lowered to allow long objects such as sports equipment up to 2.60m in length to be transported. Access to the load compartment couldn’t be easier thanks to the large, broad and wide-opening tailgate, which can be opened and closed automatically by push button operation or, optionally, touch-free via a sensor below the rear bumper. Useful features abound in the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer. There are also lashing points in the load bay and “monorails” on the backrests of the front seats as standard, allowing a folding table to be attached. Much thought has gone into providing numerous storage compartments and space, including room for 1.5-litre bottles in each door panel. Further travel items, such as children’s toys, can be stowed away in the hinged compartments under the front or second row seats.
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer comes as standard in the UK with third row seats offering generous space for two additonal passengers. A non-slip step in the rear door opening aids access in conjunction with the folding and sliding second row of seats (Easy Entry). If the extra passenger seats are not required, the third row can be completely lowered into the load area floor to save space. The loading surface remains almost level and the storage space – barring the multifunction tray – remains unchanged. Third row passengers also benefit from a
special centre console with two cupholders, a storage compartment and a 12-volt socket. Design: elegant yet functional The front of the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer features a trio of BMW icons – the twin kidney grille, twin round headlights and brand logo. Despite the spacious interior, the front aspect is sporty and flat, with a low windscreen and a high bonnet reducing the perceived height of the vehicle. The bonnet sculpting and the large air intakes sited on the far edges of the nose add
to this impression of sportiness. Efficient bi-LED lights are available for the dipped and main beam functions as an option. Within the vehicle’s silhouette – characterised by a long wheelbase and short overhangs - distinctive lines rising towards the rear give the profile a clear wedge shape. The expansive side glazing accentuates the spacious interior, while a high roofline and large doors promise comfortable access to all seats. At the rear, the low loading sill and wide-opening automatic tailgate guarantee comfortable access to the load compartment. The large tail lamps extend far into the side of the car, forming an Lshape with their two LEDfed light banks inclining towards the centre. The interior of the new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer generates an airy feeling of space, combining a horizontal layering of surfaces and volumes with the hallmark BMW driver-centric design. A high seating position enhances all-round visibility; the visual demarcation between the centre console and the instrument panel actually gives the latter the appearance of floating in midair, while electroplated elements and large trim surfaces with accent strips exude a quality ambience.
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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
Fairfield House, Hollowgate, Holmfirth 01484 689689
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Stone-built house boasts its own indoor swimming pool and gym A FIVE bedroom stonebuilt home which enjoys long distance views over the Magdale Valley and boasts a separate leisure block is on the market with Simon Blyth. Stonecrest, which is located between Netherton and Honley, is a most impressive, spacious family home that is on the market for offers around £1.25m. The entrance hallway features a beautiful oak floor and a full height ceiling reaching up to the top floor eaves. Decorated to a high standard, there is a stunning oak staircase and high quality inset spotlighting. The oak flooring continues into the downstairs WC, while timber and glazed doors lead through to the sitting room. This room enjoys a super view out over the property’s front gardens courtesy of a broad bay window. The room has a feature carved stone fireplace with a raised hearth in
matching stone and housing cast iron stove with a glazed door. Across the hallway a timber and glazed door leads through to the family room, which is currently being used as an office and benefits from views out over the gardens, driveway and fields opposite. Twin timber and glazed doors lead through to the large dining breakfast kitchen. The kitchen is comprehensively fitted with a quality range of units at both high and low level., granite working surfaces, and island unit with breakfast bar, twin inset stainless steel sink units with stylish mixer tap over, an integrated dishwasher, housing for an American style fridge freezer, plumbing for an ice/water dispenser and a black Aga with chrome hotplates and three ovens. The dining area has a chandelier point and a polished French limestone fireplace with a raised
granite hearth and a gas coal burning effect fire. The room has a broad opening through to the large second sitting room/gardening room, which has twin glazed doors that give direct access out to the patio and rear gardens. A side entrance lobby, second downstairs WC, pantry and utility room complete the downstairs space. Upstairs are five bedrooms. Bedroom one incorporates a large en-suite and benefits from five windows that allow a substantial amount of natural light in. The en-suite has beautiful marble flooring and is finished to a high standard, while the dressing room is fully in-built with hanging rails and shelving. Bedroom two is also a double room that has an en-suite. It has in-built bedroom furniture that includes drawers, wardrobes and dressing table/desk.
Bedrooms three and four share another ensuite. They are both double rooms, with the former having in-built wardrobes. Bedroom five is on the top floor of the house, has in-built furniture and its own separate en-suite. Outside, the property stands in its own plot, and you gain access onto the
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large driveway through automatic gates. The drive provides plenty of turning space and leads onto a detached double garage, which also has automatic up and over doors and is where all the necessary equipment for the indoor swimming pool is hidden. There’s a sitting and gym area off the pool
room with a conservatory style roof. The pool is served by a changing and shower room. A cast iron spiral staircase leads up to ’the den’ above the garage. The garden is private and boasts substantial paved patios/terracing and timber decking to the rear with sheltering canopies. There is also a shed and a greenhouse.
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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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FIELD TOP, STUBBIN LANE, HOLMBRIDGE
Offers around £550,000
A RARE COMBINATION OF DELIGHTFUL COTTAGE, RURAL LOCATION AND SUPERB RANGE OF BARN, WORKSHOP AND STABLES. With a small group of neighbours sharing this idyllic rural location and yet been within a 3 minute drive of two good access roads and the village of Netherton nearby this restored welcoming cottage and range of outbuildings must be viewed to be fully understood.With four large bedrooms, beautiful farmhouse kitchen and a huge sitting room including dining area. Ideal for those who want space both inside and out Delves Cottage briefly comprises: Entrance hall, w.c., farmhouse dining kitchen (21'2 x 13'0 approx), sitting room (25'6 x 19'6 max), store, utility room, four double bedrooms, house bathroom, shower room, gardens, home office, superb range of stables, barn and yard.Approximately two acres of land available to rent. EPC rating D.
SUPERBLY APPOINTED LISTED PERIOD HOME OFFERING A CHARACTERFUL AND CONTEMPORARY INTERIOR, FOUR/FIVE BEDROOMS, LARGE RECEPTION ROOMS, MATURE GARDENS, GARAGE, PARKING AND USEFUL OUTBUILDING. With some wonderful views of a southerly aspect looking back across the Holme Valley the property blends both character and contemporary. It comprises: Entrance porch, sitting room, large breakfast kitchen with underfloor heating, integrated appliances and granite working surfaces, guest w.c., separate dining room, large lounge, two separate staircases giving access to the first floor accommodation, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a studio/occasional fifth bedroom. Mature lawned gardens, flagged patio areas, detached stone built garage, parking and a useful stone outbuilding. Beautiful family home requiring an early inspection to appreciate both presentation and accommodation on offer. EPC rating D
WEST END, NETHERTHONG
WILDSPUR MILLS, NEW MILL
Offers around £180,000
Offers around £180,000
A FINE EXAMPLE OF A THREE STOREY PERIOD WEAVERS STYLE COTTAGE IN THE CENTRE OF THIS POPULAR VILLAGE WITH THREE GOOD SIZED BEDROOMS, EXPOSED BEAMS, STONEWORK AND WINDOW MULLIONS AS WELL AS A LARGE GARAGE/WORKSHOP OPPOSITE. Located in this ever popular village with good local amenities particularly schooling this period cottage has a large workshop/garage which could be moved or reduced in size to then create a walled garden. The accommodation comprises: Entrance lobby, lounge, kitchen, two good sized first floor bedrooms, house bathroom and large open plan top floor master bedroom.There is parking immediately in front of the cottage as well as the garage/workshop.There is gas fired central heating system and PVCu glazed windows.The property features exposed beams, stonework and stone mullions. EPC rating D.
A THREE BEDROOMED DOUBLE FRONTED MILL COTTAGE WITH ENSUITE TOTHE MASTER BEDROOM, SUPERB OPEN PLAN LIVING DINING KITCHEN WITH BALCONY, BEING PART OF THIS AWARD WINNING DEVELOPMENT WITH ITS 20 ACRES OF GROUNDS,WOODLAND AND MILL POND, PARKING OUTSIDE AND HAVING NO UPWARD CHAIN. This two storey mill cottage has the advantage of its own individual entrance. It was hand selected off plan by our clients for its light and bright interior.The open plan living space has a fabulous balcony from which to enjoy the wooded backdrop and sound of running water.The accommodation on the ground floor comprises: Entrance hallway, three bedrooms, bedroom one with ensuite shower room, first floor stylish house bathroom and large open plan living dining kitchen with integrated Smeg appliances, exposed stonework, French doors out onto the balcony.There is electric heating, alarm system and double glazing.The property has its own parking space immediately in front as well as use of nearby visitor parking and residents have the use of the communal grounds, woodland and mill pond in this most convenient highly accessible location. EPC rating D
COTTON BOBBIN COTTAGE, TAYLOR HILL ROAD
THE HOLLOW, MELTHAM
Offers around £149,950
Offers around £117,500
A PICTURESQUE GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE WITH THE ADVANTAGE OF FRONT AND REAR GARDENS, DRIVEWAY, NO UPPER CHAIN AND ACCOMMODATION ARRANGED OVER THREE LEVELS WITH LARGE LOUNGE AND GOOD SIZED DINING KITCHEN. A wonderful example of a period cottage which blends both character and contemporary located in a most convenient and highly accessible position the property retains features such as exposed beams, stonework, stone mullions and fireplaces with modern fixtures and fittings.The property accommodation which is arranged over three floors comprises: Entrance lobby, large lounge, lower ground floor good sized dining kitchen with useful adjoining store, two first floor bedrooms and house bathroom.To the front of the property is a delightful garden and driveway.There is a useful lower ground floor door/passageway, garden area immediately behind the driveway and additional rear garden. An internal inspection is advised.The property has no upper chain. EPC rating D.
REFURBISHED INNER TERRACED COTTAGE, FORMALLY TWO BEDROOMS BUT CURRENTLY USED AS ONE VERY LARGE OPEN PLAN ROOM WHICH COULD BE EASILY REINSTATED BACK TO TWO,WITH LOUNGE AND SEPARATE KITCHEN AND WITH THE ADVANTAGE OF NO UPPER CHAIN. The period cottage blends both character and contemporary.The original two good sized bedrooms have been made into one very large room which is easily made back to two at limited expense.There is double glazing and gas fired central heating system.The property comprises: Good sized lounge, useful cellar, separate kitchen, downstairs w.c., large open plan first floor bedroom and stylish house bathroom.There is garden area to the front and shared rear garden/hanging space.The property has access to good local amenities within the village itself and has no upper chain. EPC rating D.
THE COACH HOUSE, SHELLEY
PENISTONE ROAD, KIRKBURTON
RENT: £1250 BOND: £1500
NEWLY RENOVATED FOUR BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION, IN AN IDYLLIC SEMI RURAL LOCATION, CLOSE TO LOCAL AMENITIES IN THE VILLAGE OF SHELLEY This property has brand new fixtures and fittings with modern neutral décor throughout and the accommodation briefly comprises: entrance porch; light and airy living room with French doors to patio; open plan kitchen/dining room with gas hob, electric oven and integrated appliances and good sized area for dining; utility room with washer/dryer; ground floor double bedroom, with ensuite shower room; master bedroom with ensuite shower room; two further double bedrooms; and bathroom with white three piece suite.The property is located up a long private driveway and has landscaped gardens with lawns and patio seating area. No pets or smokers. EPC=C
RENT: £650 DEPOSIT: £850
TWO BEDROOM STONE COTTAGE, SITUATED CLOSE TO LOCAL AMENITIES IN THE VILLAGE OF KIRKBURTON This family home has original features, including exposed beams, and neutral décor throughout.The accommodation briefly comprises: bright and spacious living area; modern fitted kitchen with electric oven, hob and extractor hood; cellar currently used as a utility room with plumbing for a washer; double bedroom with built in storage cupboard and mezzanine floor area for use as storage of a study; single bedroom with storage cupboard; and bathroom with white three piece suite including a shower attachment to the taps.At the front of the property is a flagged area for sitting out, and a lawned area. Children welcome. No pets or smokers. EPC=D Fully managed by Simon Blyth Lettings
www.simonblyth.co.uk
Open 7 days a week
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Upperthong
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Royd Road
Meltham
Semi Detached Cottage Rural Views 3 Bedrooms Large Dining Kitchen
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Upper Bank End Road
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ÂŁ349,950 Cinderhills
High quality kitchen Enclosed rear garden Double garage Energy rating 64 (Band D)
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The Waterside
ÂŁ325,000 Scholes
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ÂŁ279,500 Thongsbridge
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Towngate
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ÂŁ139,950
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New Mill
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Church Street
ÂŁ239,950 Honley
3 Double Bedrooms 3 En-Suite's Integral garage & pleasant garden Energy rating 70 (Band C)
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ÂŁ192,500 Newsome
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ÂŁ175,000 Meltham
3 double beds Attached garage Garden to rear Parking to front
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Penistone Road
ÂŁ135,000 New Mill
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