Holme Valley Review December 2013

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Sports clubs talking to developers about supermarket move

By Sandie Marshall HOLMFIRTH cricket and bowling clubs ARE in talks with developers keen to buy them out and make way for a new town centre supermarket.

After months of rumours that a deal has already been done, both clubs have broken their silence to set the record straight in the Holme Valley Review.

They have confirmed they have been approached by developers to buy their Bridge Fold homes. But both also deny that any decisions have been made or deals agreed.

However, the two clubs

also say that this could be an opportunity for them to gain new, much-needed facilities for the community.

Lindsay Thornton, secretary at the cricket club said: “The cricket club and bowling club have been cited as a possible location for a supermarket.

“Developers have put ideas forward and we’re listening. We are a prime location for them.

“However, everything would rest on us finding the right location to move to.

“We are trying to look at as many sites as possible in the Holmfirth area.

“As a committee, we

have to look at what’s best for the club and Holmfirth as a community.

“We could be looking at new facilities with indoor nets and full function rooms that the valley is short of. There is no reason why Holmfirth couldn’t have state-of the art facilities.”

Holmfirth Cricket Club has been at Bridge Fold since 1862 with the bowling club as their nextdoor-neighbours for the last 115 years.

Bowling club chairman Geoff Rollinson confirmed that the development proposals will be on the agenda for their annual general meeting in mid-

November.

He said: “I’m sure there will be opposition from members but I personally think that would be a luddite attitude.

“We are in dire need of new facilities which we can’t possibly afford ourselves – we still have outside toilets here. A relocation would be a great advantage to us if it gains us something bigger and more modern.

“But this can only happen if both us and the cricket club agree to it together and the right new location is found.”

What do you think of the proposals? Email your letters to news@holme valleyreview.co.uk

Families wanting a new way to play together can now join circus skills workshops being run in Holmfirth every Saturday.

Andy Chattaway (pictured above) from Crafty Devilz will be at the Phoenix Centre on Dunford Road each week offering new skills such as plate spinning, juggling, face painting and balloon modelling. He’s particularly interested in whole families coming along together. He said: “It seems to me there’s not much for families to do on Saturdays, particularly over the winter. Circus skills are an ideal thing to do together, regardless of age, size, shape and abilities. It’s a huge amount of fun for everyone without having to join a club or sign a membership.”

Andy’s workshops run each Saturday from 12.20-2pm and are priced £4 per session or £10 for a family of four.

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Council to decide on betting chain’s Holmfirth move

By Sandie Marshall

KIRKLEES Council must now rule on whether international gambling business William Hill can open a new bookies in Holmfirth.

The betting shop chain has applied for a gambling licence for the shop which they want to open in the former Harrow’s restaurant.

The property has been empty since Harrow’s closed early this year. They say the new shop would create two full-time and three part-time jobs.

If allowed to go ahead, this would be Holmfirth’s second betting shop alongside Jack Pearsons on Hollowgate.

As well as the gambling licence, William Hill has applied to Kirklees for planning permission to make minor changes to the building, including installing a satellite dish, TV aerial and new front door.

Public consultation on the two applications closed at the end of October and they

will now be scheduled onto the relevant Kirklees committee meetings.

Both licensing and planning permission have to be granted before the new shop can be opened.

As with other recent applications from household name companies, the prospect of a William Hill shop in Holmfirth has split public opinion.

On Facebook, local resident and former parish councillor Cath Ingram started a group called ‘Do We Want Another Bookies in Holmfirth?’ aimed at gaining support to oppose the applications.

On Facebook she says: “The group is for those who would like to prevent William Hill bookmakers from taking over Harrow’s on Victoria Street. It would be nice to include all sections of the Holmfirth community to share information and help to achieve this.”

Cath has shared her own objection sent to Kirklees

Licencing Panel, based on its possible influence on young and vulnerable people and the installation of fixed price gambling machines.

She also organised a meeting for people who shared her views to discuss ways to object to the new bookies.

Other residents, however, posted comments in favour of William Hill. Among them, Laura Temple wrote: “I don't see how another bookies is so wrong. Isn't it better than another charity shop, Indian, hairdressers or even an empty shop? I believe it would bring more people into the town. Also if that is what people want to go and spend their money on then that is their choice. What is everyone's problem with it?”

An internet poll on the website of local MP Jason McCartney suggested a majority would prefer NOT to see a William Hill in Holmfirth. When asked whether they supported the plan, 238 said no, against 39 saying yes and one unsure.

Holmfirth menswear specialists Dawson & Hall celebrated 20 years in the town with a three-day birthday event. Their special guest was top horse racing pundit and broadcaster Jim McGrath, who drew the winning tickets in the anniversary prize draw. The birthday event also included promotions and special offers on the shop's many quality brands, plus live music from You Say, We Play.

Pictured as they pull the winning tickets are Jim McGrath (centre) with store owners James Hall (left) and Rodney Dawson.

Village sends out panto SOS AT SOME point, all good pantos need help from their audience. But that’s usually during the performance, not before rehearsals have even started.

In Upperthong, a pantomime SOS has gone out to anyone who can help save the show after key people had to pull out unexpectedly.

Village hall chair Steve Taylor has made the appeal.

He told the Review: “We have a real dilemma. A panto's been written and we had the makings of a committee. However due to unforeseen circumstances we have lost two of our main organisers who were the technical directors. Thus we need some art or drama minded people to give us the direction we lack.

“We also need a couple of

actors and musicians to take on key roles.

“It would be great if you could put a shout out across the valley for anyone who wants to have a bit of a laugh and spread some winter cheer up in Upperthong at the end of January.”

Anyone who can step in to help save the Upperthong panto should contact Steve on 07851 153704.

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Resident blames store ‘nightmare’for illness

By Sandie Marshall A WOMAN whose house backs onto the site of Holmfirth’s new Lidl supermarket says stress caused by the on-going building project has made her ill.

In last month’s Review we reported on delays to the construction work which has now been underway for over 12 months and the inconvenience this has caused to nearby homeowners.

Now another resident whose house backs onto the site, Judith Gourlay has described the experience as “a total nightmare” and says she is certain the constant worry contributed to a heart attack she had earlier this year.

She told The Review: “It was the stress of the building work going on and on, and the damage they were doing to trees. Just seeing the constant mess from the windows of my house – there’s no doubt in my mind that it made me ill.”

Judith, who volunteers in Holmfirth’s Debra charity shop five days a week, is also keen to set the record straight about why

she and neighbours didn’t object to the supermarket in the first place.

She said: “I know people think we got huge compensation payments from Lidl to agree to it but this is just not true – we have never received a penny from them. At the time, we were told that if it wasn’t a supermarket then it could be filled with new houses right up to our back walls.

“This frightened me and made me think that looking out onto a supermarket car park would be better than looking onto a new housing estate – the lesser of two evils. That’s why I didn’t object.

“If I knew then what I know now I would have thought different.”

Judith has found it near impossible to talk to anyone at Lidl to express her concerns and get her questions answered. “They promised they would keep in touch but we haven’t been able to get hold of anyone – they don’t have phone numbers and if you do phone, there’s never anyone there to talk to.

“When we have had problems, we’ve had to

Flowers left at the scene of the accident that claimed Ben Hinchliffe’s life.

Car accident victim’s inquest is opened Judith Gourlay says the Lidl development contributed to her heart attack earlier this year.

“I just don’t trust them. talk to our local councilIf they run their business lors and they’ve managed as well as they’ve dealt to drag lidl to meetings, with us then I won’t be but they won’t talk direct buying anything from to us.

“What they have said has them.”

The Holme Valley turned out to be lies. They Review contacted Lidl for promised to give us a bit a response to the story, but more back yard between nobody was available for us and the car park but comment. they’ve gone back on that.

AN INQUEST has been opened into the death of 20-year-old Ben Hinchliffe from Meltham who died when his car hit a wall on Penistone Road, New Mill.

Ben was returning home from Shelley in the early hours of October 29 when he somehow lost control of his Sukuki Grand Vitara. He was alone in his car and police say they don’t believe any other vehicle was involved.

He was taken by ambulance to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary but tragically died shortly afterwards.

Within days, the scene of the

accident at the bottom of Church Street was covered in flowers and special messages as tributes to a much-loved son, work colleague and friend.

Ben lived on Pavilion Way, Meltham and worked at George Haigh butchers in the town.

His mum, Gillian, urged Ben’s friends to attend his funeral at Hade Edge Methodist Church to “give him a great send off.”

She also asked people who knew Ben to visit his Facebook page. “For all his friends,” she said “please keep posting to keep his memory alive.”

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Christmas plans well underway

By Sandie Marshall PREPARATIONS for Christmas are well underway with the Holme Valley’s towns and villages planning sparkling events for their tree and light switch-ons.

Holmfirth Enterprise And Development (HEAD) has confirmed that television star Matthew Corbett, best known for presenting The Sooty Show, will perform the switch-on on November 23.

Their day of family entertainment will begin at 1.30pm and continue all afternoon with Santa in his grotto in Town Gate car park. The crowds will be kept happy and warm with singing and dancing led from the Riverside balcony by, among others, local children’s entertainers The Hey Diddles and band Downrenco.

Once darkness falls, Santa’s procession will set off from Crown Bottom car park at 4.30pm led by Hade Edge band. The Christmas lights will be switched on at 5pm followed by fireworks and more music.

Honley Business Association has organised new Christmas lights to ensure the village centre looks its very best over the festive period with Christmas trees and lights throughout Westgate.

The big switch-on is planned for November 29, the festive parade will leave Trinity Church at 6.15pm and Father Christmas will be arriving in the village centre in spectacular fashion before the lights are turned on at 7pm in Westgate.

There will be entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening in the village including a fancy dress disco from 4.30pm in the village car park. The theme for the fancy dress competition is cycling in recognition of Honley’s major involvement

Captain Hook and Co. at last Holmfirth. in the Tour de France next year. The evening will be rounded off with live music from The Moot in The Grape Room at Gert’s from 7pm until 10pm.

Meltham’s Christmas event promises to be very special with Huddersfield rugby league legend Eorl Crabtree switching on their Christmas Lights on Saturday December 7 at 4.45pm.

That will be at the end of a packed afternoon of festive fun with Meltham Memories’ second Victorian Christmas market from 1pm in St Barts Church, together with Father Christmas himself in his grotto, ready to talk to visiting children.

Other entertainment during the day will include Punch and Judy, music from Holme Valley Flutes, St Bartholomews Church choir, Honley Ladies Choir, plus the combined talents of children from Meltham’s three primary schools.

Eorl will also be starting the Santa Stomp and Elf Dash at 2pm outside Cafe 33.

Registration is required so please contact Nicola or Darrel at n5kkx@dsl.pipex.com or pop in to The Waggon and Horses.

Meltham will continue its

year’s lights’ switch-on in Christmas celebrations on Sunday December 8 at 4pm with Carols In The Park.

Most of the valley’s village communities will have their own Christmas tree this year, with many being funded and organised by Holme Valley Parish Council.

Uppperthong will light its tree on Sunday December 1 at 6pm outside the Royal Oak in the village centre.

The tree in Scholes will be in the Methodist Church gardens and will be switched on at 6.30pm on Friday December 6. Skelmanthorpe B Band will lead community carol singing and there will be coffee and mince pies in the church afterwards.

Holmbridge will have a Christmas tree outside the Stumble Inn which will be lit on Wednesday December 11 at 6.30pm. Children from Hinchliffe Mill School will sing along with the ladies of Vocal Expressions Choir, and there’s a promise that Santa will be on hand to make sure everyone is in the Christmas spirit.

Two days later, Holme village will start Christmas by switching on its tree outside the Fleece on Friday December 13 at 6.30pm, with Christmas singing, brass band music and festive treats to eat and drink.

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Volunteer farmers needed to clear roads of snow

Reasons to be cheerful for group’s members MEMBERS of the Huddersfield Institute of Advanced Motorists found many reasons to be cheerful when their guest speaker was Alan Swann from Gelotology.

His talk, Laughter is the Best Medicine, had everyone in good humour with tales, quotes and tips to ensure members left the meeting smiling. Alan’s group takes its name from the Greek word gelos, meaning laughter and its effect on the body and mind. He explained how studies have shown the medical benefits of laughing, including improving resistance to diseases by improving the immune system.

Energy saving sessions HOLMFIRTH Transition Town (HoTT) is offering free draught proofing materials for leaky windows and doors, including thermal curtain linings, at its monthly information sessions at the community rooms of Holmfirth Methodist Church.

These are planned for 11.30am to 1.30pm on December 6, January 9, February 6 and March 6.

The Kirklees-supported scheme is particularly focused on older and disabled people, but everyone is welcome to pop in for energy saving advice.

Free Christmas parking KIRKLEES Council is again offering some free parking to tempt Christmas shoppers into Holmfirth during December.

All council car parks in the town will be free from 12 noon on Fridays December 6, 13 and 20. Parking is also free from 12 noon on Saturday December 14 and Saturday December 21.

Parking will also be free all day across Kirklees on December 25, December 26 and January 1.

One of the landscapes from the new calendar.

Camera club helps hospice with fundraising calendar HOLMFIRTH Camera Club has joined forces with Kirkwood Hospice to produce a new fund raising calendar for 2014.

The calendar features 12 views of landscapes and events across Kirklees taken by members of the camera club and includes one guest contribution by popular local artist Jeff Beaumont.

Over the years Kirkwood Hospice has made several attempts to produce a calendar but has found it time consuming and difficult.

Holmfirth Camera Club has been successfully producing a calendar of the Holme Valley for a number of years, with successful sales through the Holmfirth Kirkwood Hospice shop.

A joint venture seemed to be the ideal way forward.

Camera Club president, Phil Hack has been a prime mover in

the new partnership: “We’re always on the look-out for new initiatives to stretch our photographic skills and we are very pleased to be able to offer our technical expertise at calendar production to help the Hospice raise much-needed funds.

“The calendar will be available in all twenty Hospice shops and has broadened our photographic coverage to the whole of Kirklees. We trust that we have produced an excellent 2014 calendar and hope that it proves to be a successful fundraising item for the Hospice.”

The calendar is now available to buy priced £6 from all Kirkwood Hospice shops, Holmfirth post office and tourist information centre and through the hospice online shop www.kirkwoodhospice.co.uk/ shop

VOLUNTEER farmers are needed to help keep roads clear of snow this winter.

Kirklees hopes to extend a scheme that provides local farmers with grit to put down on rural roads such as those in the Holme Valley.

So far, around 20 farmers have signed up to the scheme across Kirklees, but it is hoped this number may quadruple as other landowners find out about it.

The scheme is administered on behalf of Kirklees by the National Farmers Union from its office in Honley.

Councillor Charles Greaves said: “Most of them use tractors to clear snow to their farms to make sure milk can get out and livestock feed can be delivered.

“We just ask them to go a little further and clear the snow on public roads around their farms.

They are then provided with grit to help keep the roads clear.

“People on the tops can feel abandoned during winter because there just aren’t enough Kirklees ploughs and gritters to keep every rural road clear.

“If it wasn’t for farmers, these people could be stuck for days in very heavy snow. I would urge anyone who could provide this service, including plant operators and others with suitable vehicles,

“We just ask them to go a little further and clear the snow on public roads around their farms.“ to contact Mathew Gummerson at the NFU in Honley on 01484 664119.

“We will then organise a meeting for everyone to talk through the details.”

Kirklees Streetscene says it is well prepared for the worst possible weather this winter.

It has 25,000 tonnes of grit stored away, enough to cope with months of snow and ice.

Gritting teams have been out already, driving the council’s fleet of 32 gritters around the priority road network in a dry run to check the equipment and make sure there are no problems or obstacles along the routes.

The teams has also been filling almost 1,400 grit bins across Kirklees so that ‘local heroes’ can help to clear ice and snow in the areas gritters cannot normally reach including pathways to community centres, residential care homes and health clinics.

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The horrible history of the English Civil War was brought to life for youngsters at Honley High School. Year 8 students had the chance to experience life during the English Civil War through a series of special Living History days. In charge of the time travel was Civil War expert Colonel Granville Thomas who tours the country with authentic weaponry and costumes to teach children about the conflict which left over 100,000 people dead. The highlight of the project was the firing of a Falconette artillery gun which students had the chance to load and clean. They also sampled food and drink from the 17th century, dressed in soldiers’ uniforms and clothes from 1640 and experienced what it was like to fight in a battle.

Diocese gets Queen’s approval THE QUEEN has approved a Church of England reorganisation which will see the creation of a new single diocese of West Yorkshire and the Dales.

This will come into existence at Easter when the three current dioceses of Bradford, Wakefield and Ripon & Leeds will be dissolved and a small number of parishes will transfer into

their neighbouring dioceses of Blackburn and Sheffield.

Among the changes this will bring, Huddersfield will have its first ever area bishop, one of four who will support the diocese bishop.

The Archbishop of York welcomed the reorganisation and said: “This new diocese will bring together the diversity and life of Bradford, Leeds and Wakefield. The

process to choose the first Bishop of West Yorkshire and the Dales has already begun and it is hoped that an announcement can be made around February with an enthronement around July.”

Once the diocese and area bishops are appointed, any further changes affecting local parishes such as those in the Holme Valley and Meltham will become clear.

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Hobby becomes a passion as Joe unveils first novel

By Sandie Marshall

The life-sized bright green Dalek was the star of morning assembly at Hade Edge Junior and Infant School.

Exterminate! Dalek and tardis drop in at school THERE was no hiding behind the sofa when one of Dr Who’s most feared enemies materialised at Hade Edge Junior and Infant School.

The children had no need to worry – this Dalek was there on a mission of peace and education.

The life-sized remote controlled model was the star attraction during a Dr Whothemed week organised by head teacher Jeff Kilner.

Operating the life-sized Dalek was special guest Rob Hull, who holds the world record for the most pieces of Dalek memorabilia at more than 1,200.

With the Dalek safely out of

the way, the children were wowed by a visit from the man himself – Dr Who beamed in with his tardis to provide a lesson on electricity, time travel and sonic screwdrivers.

Head teacher Jeff and his team took full advantage of combining all aspects of the curriculum with their timetraveling theme.

He said: “We’ve used Dr Who, time and space for everything this week.

“Even our youngest children have been exploring space and loving it.

“Things like this help us keep school fresh and make the children really want to come in and learn with us.”

A HOBBY has turned into a passion for Holmfirth writer Joe Kipling who is thrilled to see her first novel in print.

Hull-born Joe, 42, has been living in Holmfirth for the last four years after a lifetime of world travel and a huge interest in science fiction.

Two years ago she harnessed her love of writing to produce Blinded By The Light, the first part of her Union Trilogy, launched by publishers Cillian Press at a special book signing at Holmfirth Library.

Joe has aimed the book at teen readers who want adventure, thrills and a few moral dilemmas.

She tells the story of MaryAnn, a 15-year-old growing up in a future

Britain ripped apart by a deadly disease and ruled by a government of pharmaceuticals who own the cure.

She’s one of the lucky ones, living healthily in the Boundary, while the country’s poor are left to die on the outside.

Suddenly, her privileged world is ripped apart and she must face new realities and make the hardest of choices.

Although the Union Trilogy is set in an unfamiliar world, Joe believes it has much for today’s young people to identify with. It mirrors those changes we all go through in our teenage years when we suddenly start to question the things and people we’ve always been brought up to believe – teachers,

Joe Kipling signs copies of Blinded By The Light. parents, the government.

“All teenagers make tough choices, and that is what the book is about.”

Although now a published author, Joe is still

balancing her writing with her full time job as a consultant.

She is a firm supporter of NaNo, the National Novel Writing Month which challenges authors to stick to a strict word goal and get their novel onto paper in just four weeks.

She said: “That’s how I wrote book two of the trilogy last year, and I’m writing book three in the same way now. It’s a great way to commit to getting the story out of your head and onto paper, with plenty of time to tidy it up later.”

At the end of Blinded by The Light, MaryAnn is left with a cliff-hanger dilemma but fans will only have to wait until next spring for book two of Joe’s trilogy to be released.

Dan wants help to chart history of cadet movement A SEARCH is on to uncover and document the history of the army cadet movement in the Holme Valley.

Colour Sergeant Dan Heneghan, the current Detachment Commander of the Thongsbridge Army Cadet Unit wants to hear from any Review readers

who might know the background of the unit.

He said: I am really interested in putting an article together about the History of the Army Cadets in Holmfirth and how long they have been there.

“I am under the impres-

sion that they were originally affiliated with the Duke of Wellington's Regiment in the early 1900's and possibly had a unit located nearer the centre of Holmfirth before moving to Thongsbridge where we currently parade.

“I am having real difficulty getting any information so I was hoping your readers might be able to help me with bits of information, photos etc.”

Email thongsbridgeacf@hotmail.co.uk or call 07799 341227 if you can help.

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From Bodmin Moor to Exeter ... via Farnley Tyas.

Estate features in BBC drama

By Sandie Marshall

IT’S A classic tale of smuggling, love and survival set against the breathtaking background of the Cornish coast.

But when the opening scenes of the BBC’s new adaptation of Jamaica Inn are aired next Easter, Holme Valley viewers may be forgiven for thinking the landscape looks a bit familiar…

And they’d be right. Far from the rugged South West coast and brooding Bodmin Moor, many of the outside scenes of the major new series have been filmed in Farnley Tyas and Crowe Edge.

So why the deception?

John Sykes, director of Farnley Estates explained:

“It was important for them to get uninterrupted shots of farmland, without any signs of the 21st Century world. It involved temporarily moving a few gates and ploughing certain fields, but the production team loved the result.

“It’s thanks to Brooke’s Mill owner, Mark Brooke, and Ben Sweet from North Light Studios, who suggested Farnley Estates as a location, and we were delighted to welcome the production company for the filming.”

Several locations within Farnley Estates were used for filming scenes, while a farm above Crowe Edge was chosen as the location for the inn itself and nearby Marsden was used for filming the moor scenes.

Adapted from Daphne Du Maurier’s much-loved novel, Jamaica Inn is being made by Origin Pictures, with funding from Screen Yorkshire.

Downton Abbey’s Jessica Brown Findlay stars in the lead role as Mary Yellan.

Matthew McNulty, Sean Harris, Ben Daniels, Joanne Whalley and Shirley Henderson, also star.

Jamaica Inn was adapted for the screen by writer Emma Frost, who recently wrote the screen adaptation of The White Queen. It is directed by BAFTA-winning Director, Philippa Lowthorpe.

Farnely Estates covers some 2,000 acres from Castle Hill to Storthes Hall,

including 400 acres of ancient woodland which date back to the time to Henry VIII. It is privately owned by the Sykes family and managed jointly by John and Paul Sykes.

John is particularly pleased that the TV cameras will give local people a glimpse of rarely accessed, private land.

He said: “It just goes to show how beautiful this corner of the world is, when a film company has to come all the way to Farnley Estates to find countryside as stunning as Cornwall. It’s also very good for the local economy, with the potential for tourism.”

Farnely Estates are now considering opening some of the land to walkers.

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Tim’s team put down their razors to grow a mo for Movember IT’S MOVEMBER time again when men put down their razors to raise money and awareness for male cancers and mental health.

At Hepworth restaurant The Spiced Pear, owner and TV chef Tim Bilton will be leading his team in growing fetching moustaches for the cause.

It’s a campaign that means a huge amount to Tim – especially as he has recently recovered from eye cancer surgery.

He said: “Having had a cancer scare myself, I know how important it is to raise awareness about cancer and men’s health in general,” says Tim. “I was lucky that they were able to treat my cancer in time, but I should have gone to the doctor earlier and I’m backing the campaign because I want other men to know how important it is to go talk to someone about things that might be worrying them, and not dismiss them.

“It can be embarrassing for us blokes to admit we’re not feeling well but it’s really

It has everything – including the kitchen sink. Shepley campervan manufacturer Wellhouse Leisure caused a storm at the NEC Motorhome and Caravan Show by unveiling a brand new model converted from a Ford Tourneo Custom car. Developed with the full co-operation of Ford UK, the Tourneo campervan offers a high spec of luxury together with all the convenience of travelling with everything needed for a family holiday.

Fun event to support projects Oh Mo! Tim Bilton (second left) and his team get into the spirit of Movember. the hottest fuzz during important that we all ‘man November. Men can upload up’ and go to the doctor to photos of themselves before rule out anything serious.” and after their hairy Tim Bilton has pledged makeover and the winning that every male customer at entry will win a Spiced Pear The Spiced Pear who grows Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea or wears a moustache during for two. the month will get a free pint, with 50p from every Are you growing a mo for Spiced Pear Ale and Spiced Movember? Share your hairy Pear Lager donated to the top lips with the Review by cause. emailing us a photograph to The restaurant is also runnews@holmevalleyreview.co. ning a competition on its uk before the razor comes Facebook page to vote for out again on December 1.

AN ENTERPRISING student has created a new event to get him closer to his goal of humanitarian work in Costa Rica and Nicaragua.

Budding human rights lawyer Tom Logan, 18, has gained the support of Holmfirth bars, pubs and shops for Fun Firth Friday on November 15, a combined pub-hop and treasure hunt around the town centre, finishing with a pie’n’pea fund raiser in Brambles café bar.

There he will be auctioning off goodies including signed shirts from Huddersfield Town and Huddersfield Giants, and works by local artist. It’s all in aid of his planned 10-week

expedition with Rayleigh International to carry out sustainable development projects in two of the world’s poorest countries.

Tom aims to raise £3,150 for his expedition but is keen to point out that every penny will go straight to the people who need it. “People need to know I am paying for my own travel, transport, equipment, vaccinations, etc. They are not giving money to fund a holiday for me.

“All the money I raise will be separate and will help to fund the projects we will be doing over there.”

Once his gap year is complete, the ex-Holmfirth High and Greenhead College stu-

dent will be studying law at Northumbria University.

There are two types of ticket for Fun Firth Friday.

The first, priced £12 per person, is for the pub hopping treasure hunt with a first prize of £100 and the pie’n’pea supper, fun and games at Brambles afterwards.

The second, priced £8, allows access to the Brambles events without the treasure hunt. There are a few ways to contact Tom for tickets. He can be messaged through the Facebook page Fun Firth Friday, emailed at tsl.11@hotmail.com or contacted through his Just Giving page www.justgiving.com/Thomas-Logan.

Advertiser’s announcement

Owner welcomes Arts Centre plan FOLLOWING last month’s article on the possibility of transforming The Old Drill Hall into an Arts Centre, Lee Snaith, owner of Holmfirth Cars, who are based on the site, welcomed the possible move.

He said: “I welcome any inward investment to Holmfirth and the intended investment in The Old Drill Hall will increase foot fall and have a positive knock on effect with the local economy.

“Many of our customers travel in excess of 60 miles

to purchase our quality used cars; they often use the local cafes, restaurants and shops and make a day out of buying a car; some customers even use the local bed and Breakfasts and incorporate a mini-break when purchasing a car. Holmfirth Cars has been a great local success story. We set up five years ago in the teeth of the recession, and we moved to the new extended premises 12 months ago.”

Holmfirth Cars is a privately run, specialist independent dealer of premium quality

used cars with a reputation for friendly expert advice, reliability and excellent customer service.

Customers can browse the extensive range of cars on offer, all with service history to verify mileage and condition.

Lee offers a FREE personal service to locate your perfect car. Just make an appointment with him to discuss your requirements.

Lee regularly saves his customers hundreds of pounds compared with main dealer prices.

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Giving pigs a healthy diet THIS harvest a new collaboration has been set up between ourselves and Pure North Cider at Deanhouse.

Rob North, owner of Pure North Cider, produces cider from the apples grown in his orchard. After the apples have been pressed we collect the apple pulp to feed to our pigs. The pigs love the taste, and when fed with a few cereals they provide a healthy balanced diet.

The pork will eventually make its way back to Deanhouse, on the menu at the Cider Press Café.

Feeding waste by-products to pigs isn’t new to our farm.

Over the years we have fed them sweets, brewery waste and bakery products.

Following the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001, EU law banned the feeding of waste food from premises which had been in contact with animal products such as eggs and meat. This meant feeding waste produce from kitchens and restaurants to pigs was no longer allowed.

These measures have been

put in place to reduce the risk of UK pigs contracting Foot and Mouth disease and Swine fever by preventing them from eating food which could harbour these diseases.

While our pigs are feasting on apple pulp the sheep and cattle have been grazing our turnip crop. Now the weather has turned wet most of our cattle have been housed indoors for the winter and the breeding ewes are grazing lowland fields near Leeds. The ewes will stay on the lowlands until early next spring when we shall bring them home for lambing.

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Advertiser’s announcement

Holmfirth petrol station set to open after two-year absence AFTER a two-year absence, Holmfirth is to get its petrol station back on Huddersfield Road.

A new family business will be re-opening the Holmfirth Filling Station and Convenience Store in midNovember.

The petrol station and shop was closed when the Walter Green motor business was sold in 2012, and has been empty ever since.

Now it is back in business with modern new facilities and a general grocery shop that will be open seven days a week.

Working hard to ensure the new venture fills a gap in the local community is Naima Ahmed, her husband Tahir and brother Omran Rashid.

They have experience running shops in Lancashire but this will be their first petrol station business.

Naima is extremely excited to be opening in Holmfirth.

She said: “We’ve had so many people saying how

much they want the petrol station to be open again. It’s clearly something that has been missed, so it’s good to put it back into the community.”

The Holmfirth Filling Station will have one major difference to the vast majority of modern petrol stations – an offer of service at the pumps.

Naima explains: “We will be happy to put the petrol and diesel in for people if they don’t want to get out of their cars.

“We hope this will make life easier for people who don’t want to be getting out of their cars, especially in bad weather.

“People will still be able to use the pumps themselves if they want to, but for those who don’t, we’ll be happy to fill up for them at no extra cost.”

As continuity from the old filling station, Naima, Tahir and Omran will be supplying Murco petrol and diesel and have pledged to keep prices competitive.

The attached mini-supermarket will be part of the Premier national chain of convenience stores and will sell a wide range of groceries from 6am to 10pm every day.

As with the petrol station, Naima has plans for the shop to become a real asset to the local community.

She said: “We will be selling newspapers and offering grocery deliveries, especially if people are not able to get into the shop themselves.

“We’re really open to ideas for how we can serve the

community and make people’s lives easier. If anyone has ideas for services we could offer, we’d love to hear them.”

Finishing touches to the petrol station and store are still being carried out but the family are aiming to be open for business on Friday November 15, as Naima explains: “This will be the third birthday of our daughter Mariam. We are excited to open for the first time, and it will be extra special if we can do it on her birthday.”

The Holmfirth Filling Station will have a Premier convenience store and will be open from 6am to 10pm.

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Advertiser’s announcement

Station re-opening thanks to site owner Sean HOLMFIRTH’S petrol station is re-opening thanks to Sean Conway, the owner of Holmfirth Garage who bought the whole Walter Green site last year.

At the time, he was running Holmfirth Garage from premises next door on Huddersfield Road.

He saw the advantage of moving his flourishing business into the bigger workshop and the additional services it would allow him to offer his customers.

Since then he has been concentrating on Holmfirth Garage as well as looking for the right tenants to re-open

the petrol station.

Sean established Holmfirth Garage 13 years ago after working at the Midlothian garage on New Mill Road. He now offers traditional car care and maintenance services – with the emphasis on excellent customer service.

He said: “Our customers

can get all the advantages of the traditional family car business.

“We offer servicing and repairs to all makes and models, plus MOTs at very reasonable prices.

“We will collect and redeliver vehicles to make life as easy as possible for our

customers. We believe in looking after people – it’s at the core of what we do.”

Re-opening the petrol station means Sean can look after motorists’ every need – there is already a valeting business there (Carl Sharp of CJS Valeting).

He said: “The petrol sta-

tion will give us complete package of car services from one place – MOT, servicing, repairs, car sales and valeting and now the new fuel and convenience store.

“I’m convinced it will play an important role within the communities of the Holme Valley.”

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World Cup fever grips region RUGBY League fever is gripping the Holme Valley and, with Huddersfield hosting matches in the World Cup during November, local schools have been keen to get in on the action.

A team from Wooldale Junior School took part in the Primary Rugby League Festival on the morning of the England v Ireland game at the John Smith’s Stadium.

They learned the skills of the game during after-school training sessions led by the Huddersfield Giants Community Trust.

Giants community coach Craig Lee, who runs the Wooldale Junior after school club, said: “It’s fantastic to see World Cup fever is gripping primary school children, and when I told them England were going to be playing at their local stadium in a World Cup match they all get really excited.”

Wooldale Junior School is one of a number of schools that has been working with

Young rugby league fans at Wooldale get into the spirit of the World Cup. Huddersfield Giants in a England v Ireland match – project commissioned by but this time as singers, not Kirklees Council in the year rugby players. of the Rugby League World They joined teenagers Cup. from six other Kirklees The project will see more schools to form a choir children and young people which performed on the playing rugby league across pitch at the John Smith’s Kirklees. Those inspired Stadium as part of the buildwithin schools will be up to the kick-off. encouraged to join communiThey stood together to ty clubs across the district. sing both national anthems, Meanwhile, youngsters Jerusalem and a medley from Holmfirth High School combining Land of Hope and also had a part to play in the Glory and Rule Britannia.

Scouts offer Christmas tree disposal service 1ST Holme Valley Scouts is offering a Christmas tree home collection and environmental disposal service this festive period.

Trees will be collected on January 5 and minimum donation is £5.

To arrange collection telephone the below number for your area or email

GSL@1sthv.co.uk 682472 – Holme, Holmbridge, Upperthong, Hinchliffe Mill, Netherthong, Thongsbridge.

682472 – Holmfirth, Cartworth Moor, Underbank, Choppards, Hade Edge.

681181 – Wooldale.

681959 –Scholes, Jacksonbridge, Totties (after 6pm).

681235 – New Mill, Brockholes, Hepworth (after 6pm).

07915 577490 – Honley, Meltham, Netherton, Newsome, Berry Brow.

Orders will be taken until 7pm on January 4.

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Country market returns home HOLMFIRTH’S Country Market is back in its regular home in the Methodist Church hall after an absence of several months.

The Saturday morning market had moved to the Civic Hall while the Methodist church was undergoing a major refurbishment project. Now the work is

complete, the stallholders are keen to let everyone know they have returned.

Lorraine Colwill said: “We couldn’t wait to get back. It’s not been as busy while we’ve been in the Civic Hall. It’s not as close to the parking and I think some of the older people don’t like crossing Huddersfield Road.

Ten reasons to shop locally this Christmas: 1. Unique independent shops.

2. Wide range of quality local produce and gifts.

3. More care and attention.

4. Fewer queues and crowds.

Rob North pauses to enjoy a pint with morrisman Gordon.

Bumper apple harvest is celebrated at Pure North THE HUMBLE apple was honoured with a day of vintage celebration and merriment at Netherthong’s Pure North Cider Press.

Rob North and his team invited customers and villagers to join them for apple dunking, an apple quiz, a hog roast and, of course, plenty of home-brewed Pure North cider and apple juice.

Also on hand were the White Rose Morris Men to

provide family entertainment of the most traditional kind.

Rob explained the roots of English Apple Day. “It’s been held each year for the last 20 years as part of National English Apple Week.

It also corresponds with the end of the harvest.

Obviously, we’re all about apples here so it has always seemed a perfect chance for a celebration.”

Pure North has four

orchards at its Netherthong New Laithe Farm where its apples are grown, picked and hand pressed to produce traditional ciders and juices.

Like most UK fruit producers, Rob has been delighted with this year’s harvest.

He said: “It’s been a bumper year for apples – so much better than last year.

“We couldn’t have asked for better. It’s going to be a vintage year.”

“We’re open every Saturday from 9.45am to 12.15pm and there’s tea, coffee, bacon butties and cakes on sale too.”

As a social enterprise, everything on sale has to be home-made, home-grown or home-crafted, ensuring shoppers get to buy direct from local producers.

5. Save time and save money on fuel.

6. Support local jobs.

7. Invest in local economy.

8. Local businesses support the community.

9. Help the environment.

10. Don’t drink and drive.

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What’s On Guide Alex Bray (centre) with key supporters and partners of Brass Factor 2013.

Brass Factor set to be biggest and best yet THE STAGE is set for the biggest, loudest, brassiest Brass Factor so far.

There are just a few seats left for the brass band competition at the Picturedrome on November 23. Organiser and Brass Factor founder Alex Bray is promising an entertainment feast.

This year’s judging panel includes a familiar face for fans of classic kids TV. Matthew Corbett, for many years the hand behind Sooty and Sweep, will be there to score the performances.

Now long retired from the cuddly characters, Matthew is a brass band music fan and jumped at the chance to take part. November has been an incredibly busy month for Alex, who started Brass Factor four

year ago as a University project.

He is just returning from staging the contest in Harrogate – the first time he’s taken the format out of Holmfirth.

Alex told the Review: “This Brass Factor is going to be amazing. The line-up of bands is the best yet. Those with tickets are going to have a great evening but for those who can’t be there, the contest will be broadcast over the internet on Two Valleys Radio. I need to thank our main sponsors Grand Central and Brambles café bar, plus all the other local businesses who are giving us their support, including Brindon Addy butchers, Michael Bell accountants, Ramsdens solicitors and Andrews greengrocers.”

Award-winning comedian to perform MULTI-BAFTA award-winning stand-up comedian and platinumselling artist Alex Horne will be performing his latest show Lies at the Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield on Thursday November 21.

Following this national tour, Horne will host his own televi-

sion show, The Horne Section, based on a show that sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2010 and 2011.

Tickets are priced at £12 (concessions £10) and can be booked via the theatre box office on 01484 430528 or online at www.thelbt.org

Weekends, until Sunday November 24, Standedge Tunnel Visitor Centre, Marsden: ‘MAD’ craft workshops – Making and Doing for Christmas, Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm. Cost £25 – to book your place, phone Janet Hagger 01484 847091 or 07918 682 878, janet@greenfusions.co.uk Thursday November 14, Honley Civic Society meeting, 7pm, at St Mary's Parish Rooms, Church Street: ‘A Flood Coming To You Soon’ – speaker Richard Ashley. Admission free for members, £2 visitors.

Friday November 15 – Friday 22, Live music at Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 15, Stiff Little Fingers – Belfast band at the forefront of the '70s punk movement; Sat 16, John Lee’s Barclay James Harvest plus support – keyboard wizard Oliver Wakeman and ace guitarist Gordon Giltrap; Fri 22, Regenesis – Selling England By the Pound. Tickets from the Box Office bar, evenings 7-10pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Saturday November 16, St David’s Church, Holmbridge, 11am-3pm, Autumn Fayre in the parish hall, with morning coffee until noon, followed by hot and cold light lunches till 2pm, then tea and cake will be available. From 2-3pm, children from Holme and Hinchliffe Mill schools will entertain with song and dance routines.Stalls throughout the day include cakes, preserves, plants, books, sweets and bric-abrac. There will also be a raffle and lots of activities for children including face painting.

Saturday November 16, Huddersfield Vegan Food Fair at Queensgate Market: taste free food samples, watch vegan cookery demonstrations – event celebrating World Vegan Month.

More information 01484 223730.

Sunday November 17, Holmfirth Farmers’ Market, 9am-2pm, in the Market Hall, quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more. Also: Vegan Food Sampling – enjoy free tasters of vegan foods, plus cupcake decorating for children. Information line: 01484 223730.

Sunday November 17, Meet at Trinity Church, Moor Bottom, Honley, 2.15pm, circular walk to Deanhouse, organised jointly by Honley Civic Society and the church.

Tuesday November 19 – Saturday 23, Huddersfield Thespians present Playing Away, modern comedy about stereotypes, at Lawrence Batley Theatre – Sygenta Cellar.

Performances 7.15pm nightly + 2pm Sat. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.org Wednesday November 20, Friends of LBT concert, main stage at Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Musicals at the Proms – school choirs join the Vocal Academy from Colne Valley Specialist Arts College for a selection of favourite songs, Thom Meredith conducts Kirklees Youth Symphony Orchestra,

Heather Small, appearing in the Charity Dreamgirls concert, Huddersfield Town Hall, November 29 Kirsty Haigh is the guest soloist. Tickets £10, £6 children and students. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.org Wednesday November 20, RSPB monthly meeting at Huddersfield New North Road Baptist Church, 7.30pm, talk and slide show

by Tim Melling about the birdlife of Fair Isle.

Admission £2 members, £3 non-members. More information Robert Haigh 01484 306863 or 07917 676 759.

Friday November 22, Focus on Faith Lecture with the Rt Hon Baroness Sayeeda Warsi, Dewsbury-born Conservative life peer and Foreign Office minister, at the University of Huddersfield Diamond Jubilee Lecture Theatre, Queensgate, 6.30pm. Inter Faith Week event hosted by the Bishop of Pontefract, the Rt Rev Tony Robinson. To find out more, phone 01924 326425 or email info@kirkleesfaiths forum.org.uk Saturday November 23 – Sunday 24, Colne Valley Museum, Golcar, 2-5pm, Christmas Market – great opportunity to browse and buy some unique Christmas presents. Sunday is Stir Up Sunday – Mrs Sykes will be making her Christmas puddings. Help stir them up, make a wish and maybe buy one. Phone 01484 659762.

Saturday November 23, Live music at Holmfirth Picturedrome: Brass Factor – six brass bands battle it out to win your vote and be crowned champions. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm start.

Tickets £10, expected to sell out fast so book early,from the Box Office bar, evenings 7-10pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Sunday November 24, Mountain hare ramble – meet 10am at the car park, White Moss, five miles west of Holmfirth (HD7 6NP).

Search for the elusive mountain hare in its white winter coat, approx six miles, with some steep climbs and

rough terrain. Contact National Trust 01484 847016.

Wednesday November 27, Action on Hearing Loss – free drop-in session at Holmfirth Library, 10amnoon. Meet others in a similar situation, share experiences and get advice and support. More information Helena Pellier 01733 363925 or 07436 808 868.

Friday November 29, Huddersfield Town Hall, 7pm, The Charity Dreamgirls – 7th annual concert with celebrity guests Heather Small (M People), Jaz Ellington, from BBC talent show The Voice and others, with a 14-piece band and the stunning sounds of the Hot Gospel Choir. Ticket information: 01484 222444, holmfirth.tic@ kirklees.gov.uk Friday November 29 – Saturday December 7, Live music at Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 29, Oysterband – electric folk/folk rock; Sat 30, Joanne Shaw Taylor – voted best British female vocalist at the British Blues Awards 2010 and 2011, plus King King; Fri 6, Adrian Edmondson and the Bad Shepherds – folk-punk outfit led by musician, comic actor (The Young Ones, Bottom), TV presenter and recent Celebrity Masterchef champion; Sat 7, Showaddywaddy Christmas party – let the festive season begin! Tickets from the Box Office bar, evenings 7-10pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Friday November 29 – Saturday 30, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield, Fri, 7pm, Exit 25 Theatre School present Aladdin – fun-packed show for all the family; Sat, 11am and 2pm, The Boy Who Cried Wolf – a wintry tale about a boy who seeks adventure, excitement and the thrill of the unknown.

Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.org Saturday November 30, Meltham Church Hall, 7.30pm, Quiz night in aid of

Holme Valley Oxfam and Holme Valley Fairtrade support group, £5 including pie and peas supper. There will also be a Fairtrade bar.

Tickets available from Holmfirth Tourist Information and the Waggon and Horses, Meltham.

Saturday November 30, Christmas market at Christ Church, New Mill, 10am-4pm, a great community event with lots of stalls selling handmade crafts, jewellery, clothes, and ideal Christmas gifts, refreshments available throughout the day.

Saturday November 30 – Sunday December 8, Victorian Christmas fair at Colne Valley Museum, Golcar, two weekends worth of fun and games for all the family, with freshly made mince pies baked in the Victorian kitchen, and Father Christmas sitting by the open fire. Open Sat 30, Sun 1, Sat 7 and Sun 8, 12.30-4pm. The museum will then close for the Christmas period and re-open on January 11.

Saturday November 30 to Sunday December 22, Santa Special: weekends 1pm-3.45pm at Greenhead Park, Huddersfield: ride to Santa's grotto on the miniature railway, weather permitting. Each child will be given a small gift. Contact Graeme Hollyhead on 07712 810 735.

Saturday November 30, Classical concert at Huddersfield Parish Church, 7.30pm, including Mozart Overture to The Magic Flute, Richard Strauss Duett Concertino and Mahler Symphony No. 1.

Tickets £10, £8 concessions.

Contact Maria Ackroyd 01484 767882 or 07989 705 828.

Sunday December 1, Holmfirth Farmers’ Market, 9am-2pm, in the Market Hall, quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more.

Information line: 01484 223730.

Friday December 6, Scholes Methodist Church, 6.30pm, switching on of the community Christmas tree lights in the church garden. Carols will be sung, accompanied by Skelmanthorpe ‘B’ Band.

Afterwards coffee and mince pies will be served in the church.

Saturday December 7, Christmas Street Market at St Mary's Church, Honley – for further details including stall bookings contact Cliff Green on 01484 664277 or f.green3@ntlworld.com Also: craft fair in the village hall. Contact Debbie Flanagan on 07814 141 485 or dflanagan1304@yahoo.co.uk Saturday December 7, Huddersfield Philharmonic Christmas Concert, 7.30pm, at Huddersfield Parish Church, evening for all the family, including Howard Blake's music for The Snowman and Leroy Anderson's Sleigh Ride. Ticket information 01484 223200.

Saturday December 14, Penistone Paramount, 2.30pm, organ concert: A Compton Christmas Cracker. Tickets £8.

Booking and more information 01226 767532.

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All dressed up and ready to eat,drink and be merry ...

THE countdown to Christmas has begun and, with less than two months left, it’s time to start preparing for the big day.

From turkeys to tinsel, there are only a few weeks to sort out your holiday plans and those awkward office party outfits.

Although, it’s not here yet, so why not put yourself on Santa’s nice list a little bit earlier and spoil yourself with a new party wardrobe.

Let’s face it, with Christmas, New Year and a whole host of other festive events to keep you busy, there are plenty of excuses to get your glad rags on.

For ladies, key Christmas trends point to a monochrome, tailored look, with a smattering of sequins, metallics, textures and fur thrown in for good measure.

Dresses can be found in mini and maxi forms, but fashion is still in love with the midi, meaning that whatever hem length your looking for, it can be found on the high street this season.

Sequin panels, lace and heavy embelishments adorn sculpted dresses, giving them interest and a bit of extra glamour, but if you’re not in to showing off, a little black satin dress could be the way to go, especially if it has some structure, as it will nail

two trends in one.

For those lucky enough to be attending a Christmas ball, the choices are endless.

Maxi numbers in fabrics such as velvet and silk will add a sense of opulent luxury to the occasion, whereas shorter, fuller skirted and off the shoulder ‘Bardot’ offerings have timeless Hollywood appeal.

Winter skirts come in the form of pencil or mini and very little in between, with bold prints dominating both.

If you’re looking to let out your wild side, matching a bold animal pencil skirt with a monochrome top, statement necklace and plain accessories will have maximum impact.

If dresses and skirts aren’t your thing, make like a boy and go heavy on masculine tailoring with sharp lines.

Working the trend by teaming a well chosen pair of cigarette leg trousers with a sequin cami or a loose fitting silk shirt is a must for those of us who don't want to show our legs.

As the saying goes, if you can’t be good, be bad, as the ‘rebel’ look is also key this winter.

Tartan and leather dominated the runways, but for party season, either nod to the trend with tartan acces-

Glam up: sequin maxi dress, £119, statement necklace, £29.50, ring, £7.50 and bracelet, £19.50, all from Marks and Spencer. sories and a biker jacket teamed with a simple dress, or choose from one of the many head-to-toe tartan or leather options out there.

Have you got a story for the Holme Valley Review? If so,contact our newsdesk on 07747 447023 or email news@holmevalleyreview.co.uk

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A musical alternative to Time for some pampering Wizard and The Pogues ahead of the party season MOST festive playlists include the obvious; Noddy Holder, Wizard, The Pogues and Mariah Carey.

But if you’re bored of hearing the same songs every year, read on.

There are lots of cover versions out there to help you mix up your playlist and keep you dancing through the holidays.

Fans of Zooey Deschanel will already know about her band, She & Him, but for those who don’t or are looking for an alternative version of a Christmas classic, downloading their cover of ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’ could be just the ticket.

Eighties’ legend Cindy Lauper also revamped a well known tune, covering Brenda Lee’s 1958 ditty ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ to give it an edgy punk feel.

Rev Al Green has done his bit to relieve Yuletide boredom by taking on every child's favourite, ‘Jingle Bells’. Download and add to your iPod to keep kids happy and prevent adults from tir-

ing of this well-known Christmas song.

However, if you’re looking for something a bit darker, Billy Idol’s snarling cover of ‘White Christmas’ should do

the trick. But if that’s not enough, the original bad-boy of rock, Johnny Cash, recorded a version of ‘Blue Christmas’ to rival Elvis’ bluesy cover.

WORK parties and festive gatherings will soon be in full swing, meaning it's high time for some preChristmas pampering.

Many women feel they don’t have time to spend on themselves at this time of year, but a quick trip to the hairdressers and/or beauty salon can make all the difference, preparing you for the party season ahead.

The harsh winter weather can take its toll on both hair and skin so these are two main areas to consider investing in.

At the hairdressers a quick trim and deep conditioning treatment will banish dry, split ends and deliver gorgeous glossy locks.

For those wanting their hair styling for a night out, luscious waves are one of the hottest trends for the winter season.

For long lengths, loose effortless waves or big bouncy curls are the way to go while for shorter lengths tousled locks make a glamorous alternative to poker straight bobs.

If you don’t want to wear

your hair down, sleek up dos remain strong for the festive season and include sophisticated ponytails, simple buns and soft braids.

At the beauticians a facial is a top choice of treatment.

The bitter weather drains our skin of moisture so a rich, hydrating facial is best those those wanting soft, smooth and glowing skin.

If you’re really in the mood for spoiling yourself you could also indulge in full body polish which will banish dull, dry surface cells from head to toe.

For those planning on baring a little flesh in their chosen party wear a spray tan is a must.

A simple airbrush treatment will ensure a natural, streak-free golden tan that will last for up to seven days.

Many salons also offer top-up tans at discounted prices so can fake it all the way through the party season without breaking the bank.

Other popular treatments

during December include manicures and pedicures for perfectly polished nails plus tinting, waxing and/or threading treatments to tidy up eyebrows.

It’s also worth investing in your make-up for the festive season, whether you choose to book in with a professional or buy some new products to do your own party make-up at home.

Smoky eyes are always on trend at this time of year but for the winter season the look has been reinvented with the use of colour.

Instead of sticking to grey and silver shadows try blending different shades of purple, blue, green or bronze tones.

Bold eyeliner is a key look for winter, particularly winged liner that flicks out at the corners. Eyebrows remain big so don’t over pluck.

When it comes to lips, striking scarlet and dark, vampy reds form two of the biggest looks which are sure to attract attention under the mistletoe.

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Festive celebrations at The Spiced Pear Hepworth CHRISTMAS comes once a year, but it lasts for a whole month at The Spiced Pear Hepworth.

“This is our first Christmas in our new restaurant, which makes it very special indeed,” said chef-patron Tim Bilton, who built an enviable reputation during his five years at the helm of the nearby Butchers Arms.

“We’re looking forward to a whole month of celebrations with great food in great company” he added. “It’ll be hard work, but it’ll be worth every ounce of effort when we see our customers raising a glass to toast the season in our fabulously festive restaurant.”

From award-winning afternoon teas with a festive twist to seasonal cookery demonstrations and a Christmas a la carte menu with all the trimmings, The Spiced Pear looks set to be the place to be in December.

“We know how busy people are at Christmas,” said Tim, who runs the awardwinning restaurant with his wife Adele. “We’ve got two young sons – Henry and Charlie – and a thriving busi-

ness to run, so we’re well aware of how hectic life can be. But that’s where The Spiced Pear really comes into its own. We’re here to take the hassle out of Christmas, to make every day a celebration without our customers having to lift a finger – other than to call someone over with another glass of champagne.”

There will be a parade of sensational food of the season on the a la carte menu throughout December, with an additional set menu for parties of 10 or more.

As the festive season gets into full swing, The Spiced Pear is offering a single-sitting set menu on Christmas Day; two daytime sittings

and an evening a la carte on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day; and lunch as usual and a tasting menu on New Year’s Eve, when the celebrations will have a glamorous 1920s theme with a live band. As an added bonus, Tim is giving the tea room menu a festive twist with a delicious Christmas special including a seasonallyinspired array of sandwiches, mince pies, Christmas scones, mini sherry trifles, rich chocolate tarts and steaming teapots of mulled wine.

For more information about Christmas at The Spiced Pear, visit www.thespicedpearhepworth.co.uk or call 01484 683775.

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Parliamentary Corner

with Jason McCartney MP

My daily business duties explained Rev Liam Beadle and the young question masters from Honley Junior School.

New vicar in the spotlight HONLEY’S newest vicar Rev Liam Beadle found himself under the spotlight when he was interviewed live on air by a group of local school children.

The year five pupils from Honley C of E Junior School questioned Rev Beadle for the latest Honley Voices broadcast on Two Valleys Radio, the local internet-based community radio project, following their harvest festival service.

They asked about his early life, how he came to be a vicar and how he has settled into St Mary’s church. He explained to them how he moved from his previous parish in Enfield, North London and how different he is finding village life in Honley. He also thanked his new parishioners for making him feel so welcome since he arrived in April.

Through their questions, the children discovered a huge amount about Rev Beadle – including the fact that he would like a cat and that he has never watched the Star Wars films – although he promised he would try to put that right before they met again.

The full interview with Rev Beadle is available to listen again by logging onto www.twovalleysradio.co.uk and clicking on Honley Voices Special.

WITH the Party Conference season over we now have a busy three-month stretch in the House of Commons so I thought I’d use this month’s column to explain some of my duties in Parliament.

The daily business in the House of Commons chamber begins with an hour of Oral Questions to the Ministers from a government department.

MPs can submit questions a week before to be selected in a ballot and if successful they will get an oral answer from the relevant Secretary of State or an MP can bob up and down hoping to get called by the Speaker.

In recent months I’ve quizzed the Transport Secretary about local train services, the Defence Secretary about support for our troops, the Education Secretary about funding for smaller schools, the Sports Minister about support for the Tour De France and the Secretary of State for Health about the future of Yorkshire’s Children’s Heart Surgery Unit.

After an hour of Oral Questions there may then be an Urgent Question on a topical issue or a Ministerial Statement following an international summit or government announcement – MPs can then quiz the relevant Minister.

Then comes the debate of the day which may be on a piece of Government legislation or an Opposition motion.

MPs can apply to the Speaker

to speak in that debate but if it’s oversubscribed not everyone may get to speak. Votes will then take place at the end of the day’s debate. On a Monday votes can start at 10pm or at 7pm on other evenings.

I take my role as a legislator extremely seriously. When a division is called, MPs have eight minutes to walk into either the “Aye” or “Noe” lobby to register their vote.

The voting lobbies are two long rooms either side of the main House of Commons chamber with three desks at the end.

MPs, in alphabetical groupings of their surnames, have their vote registered.

Tellers note our votes and the results are read out by party whips and confirmed by the Speaker.

You can follow how I vote on www.TheyWorkForYou.com Many votes pass unnoticed while others generate a lot of media and constituency interest.

I always consult widely and listen to a range of views on the big issues. I meet with constituents at home here in Yorkshire or if they visit Parliament.

I call constituents, communicate by email or letter and use my personal experiences to help focus my judgement.

It’s not possible to please all the people all the time, but I know the way in which I engage with constituents and try my

Jason joins Douglas and Poppy Appeal volunteers at Holmfirth Co-op. best to do the right thing is acknowledged.

It’s not always about doing the popular thing and I often pose the question “Is the best parent the one that always allows their child the chocolate treat they ask for?”

The great thing about the internet and social media is that modern technology gives many constituents a direct channel to their MP. It’s clear though that on a complex issue you could get 100 local folk in a room and

you’d get 100 different views and suggestions.

The recent vote on military action against Syria’s use of chemical weapons is a recent case in point. It was probably the highest number of individual contacts I’d received on any one issue.

I’ve had more emails on other issues but they are via political campaign groups like 38 degrees where a quick input of your postcode generates an identikit template email.

In coming to my decision to vote against military action in Syria I listened to my constituents, I remembered the comments I’d heard from Syrian refugees in Domiz refugee camp which I visited on the Syrian/ Iraqi border in June, and I used my military experience as an RAF Officer serving as part of the No Fly Zone over Northern Iraq in the 1990s.

It was the 30th time I’d voted against my government in three years and not an easy thing to do, but the right thing in my eyes.

In next month’s column I’ll write about my work with the Transport Select Committee.

As always please get in touch if you need my help. My constituency office is 24 Huddersfield Road HD9 2JS, in Holmfirth (opposite Ashley Jackson’s gallery) email: jason.mccartney.mp@parliament.uk or phone 01484 688378.

‘PROPERTY OF THE MONTH’ New Detached House, Sude Hill, New Mill Offers Region £485,000

We are pleased to announce the release of this stunning new architect designed property by Anthony Dearnley Homes.

The property is to be constructed in natural stone with high quality fixtures and fittings and an array of windows taking full advantage of the fine views over New Mill and beyond.

The accommodation will comprise: spacious entrance hall, games room, gym / snug, landing, dining room, open plan breakfast kitchen, lounge with doors opening onto the terraced sitting area, master bedroom with ensuite and dressing room, 3 further double bedrooms (one having an ensuite) and house bathroom.

There will be a driveway to the front of the house providing access to the integral double garage.

Purchasers will have the opportunity to influence the style and internal design of the property if secured at an early stage.

Please contact WM Sykes and Son for further details

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independent estate agents and auctioneers. Established in 1866 we have provided over 140 years of continued service to property owners and purchasers.

We specialise in the sale of residential and agricultural properties in and around the towns of Huddersfield, Holmfirth and Penistone. We offer a full estate agency service with competitive selling fees. Our experienced and caring staff are always on hand to assist in the sale or purchase of your property.

• FREE SALES VALUATIONS • AUCTION • RICS HOMEBUYERS’ REPORTS • RENTALS Haigh House, Off Old Mount Road, Marsden

Little Mistal, Meal Hill Road, Holme

High Tracks, 6 Summervale, Holmfirth

Wildacre, New Mill Road, Holmfirth

Offers Region £379,950

Offers Region £365,000

£350,000

Offers Region £299,950

This characterful barn conversion occupies a tucked away position in the sought after village of Holme and comes complete with a large enclosed garden to the rear and paddock of land amounting to approximately 2 acres. Internally it comprises: entrance hall, cloaks / wc, large lounge, dining kitchen, landing, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room. It has an LG central heating system, double glazed windows alongside a number of character features including exposed stonework and beams but allows further scope for purchasers to upgrade to their own tastes. Opposite the property there is parking in an open fronted outbuilding and to the rear there is a delightful enclosed garden. The land is located beyond the garden across a small unmade lane.

This characterful barn conversion occupies a tucked away position in the sought after village of Holme and comes complete with a large enclosed garden to the rear and paddock of land amounting to approximately 2 acres. Internally it comprises: entrance hall, cloaks / wc, large lounge, dining kitchen, landing, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room. It has an LG central heating system, double glazed windows alongside a number of character features including exposed stonework and beams but allows further scope for purchasers to upgrade to their own tastes. Opposite the property there is parking in an open fronted outbuilding and to the rear there is a delightful enclosed garden. The land is located beyond the garden across a small unmade lane.

A large individually designed 5 bedroom detached house situated in this pleasant cul-de-sac location close to the centre of Holmfirth. Constructed to a high standard in 2010, the house offers spacious accommodation enhanced by a gas central heating system, Upvc double glazing, burglar alarm system, attractive modern fittings and network cabling throughout. It comprises entrance hall, store and large double garage on the ground floor, landing, cloakroom/w.c., large lounge with feature full length arched window, dining area, breakfast kitchen, utility and conservatory on the first floor, 4 bedrooms, family bathroom and en-suite shower room on the second floor and a large 5th bedroom on the upper floor. There is a driveway and further parking area to the front and garden area to the rear. Viewing recommended.

Located up a driveway shared with one other similar house this attractive detached house has the benefit of far reaching views, with generous parking, 2 garages and good sized garden all with half a mile of Holmfirth centre. The accommodation currently comprises entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, guest bedroom and bathroom on the upper floor with a hall, 2 further bedrooms, bathroom and utility on the lower floor. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazed windows and modern fittings but offers scope for further modernisation and redesigning the existing accommodation. There is a delightful garden to the side of the house with a further garden area to the front which has steps down from New Mill Road. To the rear there is a generous parking area with access to the two garages.

17 New Mill Road, Holmfirth

53 Totties, Holmfirth

32 Paris Road, Scholes

55 Moorbrook Mill Drive, New Mill

Offers Region £285,000

Offers Region £284,950

Offers Region £275,000

Offers Region £229,950

A large and beautifully presented 4 bedroom stone semi detached house with gardens and large parking area in this popular residential area. The property forms part of the former Sycamore public house which was tastefully converted in recent years. The house offers spacious accommodation including lounge, sitting room, dining room, breakfast kitchen, utility, cloakroom and w.c. on the ground floor and 4 bedrooms, ensuite shower room and family bathroom on the first floor. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, timber framed double glazing and quality modern fittings throughout. There are beautifully laid out gardens with lawn and various seating/patio areas together with an extensive parking area to the side. The property is situated in the popular area between Holmfirth and New Mill, easily accessible to the Holmfirth High School. Internal viewing is recommended to appreciate the size and quality of accommodation on offer.

Tucked away from the roadside in a popular semi rural location this characterful cottage must be viewed internally to be fully appreciated. It is well presented throughout having modern fixtures and fittings alongside a number of original character features including exposed beams and stonework. The accommodation comprises: kitchen, dining room, lounge, landing, 3 double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, sealed unit double glazed windows and modern fittings throughout. The cottage is attached to another property at the rear but has a generous garden area in front with the added benefit of a detached two storey garage (having planning permission for extension to create further studio / office accommodation). Viewing is highly recommended.

Occupying a large plot and offering excellent potential for extension and refurbishment is this attractive stone detached house. The property is situated in a slightly elevated position with delightful views over the surrounding area.

The house currently comprises side entrance hall, utility, kitchen, dining room, lounge, conservatory, shower room/w.c., three bedrooms and bathroom/w.c.

The property has a gas central heating system and partial double glazing.

There is a detached double garage and large gardens. Viewing is recommended to appreciate the delightful location and potential of the property.

This spacious modern townhouse must be viewed internally to fully appreciate both the size of accommodation and excellent position that it occupies. Internally it offers flexible modern accommodation (approx. 1500 sq ft) comprising: entrance hall, downstairs wc, large open plan living / dining kitchen, landing, lounge, 4 bedrooms, bathroom and ensuite shower room. It has the benefit of gas central heating, uPVC double glazing and modern fixtures and fittings. There is an enclosed garden to the rear of the house along with a tarmac driveway and single garage. Moorbrook Mill Drive is situated close to the centre of the sought after village of New Mill and its many amenities, with the external architecture reflecting the traditional weavers cottages of the district.

Wellhouse, 35 Towngate, Hepworth

2 Long Lane, Honley

94 Lower Townend Road, Wooldale

The Old Band Room, 15- 17 Dobb Lane, Hinchliffe Mill

Offers Region £225,000

Offers Region £215,000

Offers Region £199,995

Offers Region £179,950

Offering spacious and characterful accommodation in this most sought after of villages Well House must viewed internally to be fully appreciated. It is arranged over 3 floors and comprises: large living / dining kitchen, lounge, bathroom, shower room, 3 bedrooms and loft. The property is grade II listed and features a wealth of orginal features included exposed beams and stonework alongside a gas central heating system and modern fixtures and fittings. There is a lawned garden to the front of the house and a stone flagged courtyard to the rear. Properties of this type and location are rare to market viewing is highly recommended

This spacious end terraced property has recently the been the subject of an extensive scheme of renovation and restoration. Great care has been taken to preserve the period details of the house, complimenting them with quality modern fittings. It comprises: spacious entrance hall, large lounge, dining kitchen, landing, 3 first floor bedrooms (2 being doubles), house bathroom, large master bedroom in the attic with en-suite and a good sized useful cellar area. It has upvc double glazed windows and a gas central heating system. Externally there is a lawned garden to the front, further enclosed garden to the rear and a driveway to the side.

This spacious double fronted semi-detached cottage occupies a sought after location in the popular village of Wooldale. It comes complete with a generous parking area and garage to the side and a garden at the rear all of which are at a premium in this location. The accommodation comprsises: entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen, sun room, rear hall, utility, landing, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. It has the benefit of double glazed windows, gas central heating and attractive fixtures and fittings throughout. To the side there is a generous parking area and a detached single garage. To the rear there is a raised garden area with lawn and patio enjoying far reaching views.

This spacious and characterful home is a real one off being one of two properties converted from the former village band room and previously Wesleyan Methodist chapel, approximately 5 years ago. It occupies a pleasant location with attractive village views to the front. It is in close proximity to local amenities and countryside and within walking distance to Holmfirth village centre. The spacious accommodation comprises a large lounge and dining kitchen on the upper floor with two double bedrooms (en-suite wc and wet room to the master), house bathroom, store and entrance hall on the ground floor. The property has the benefit of a gas central heating system and modern fixtures and fittings throughout. There is an attractive paved sitting area to the front of the house and a useful outbuilding providing storage.

34 Nields Road, Slaithwaite Offers Region £179,950

Hollow Cottage, 24a The Hollow, Meltham

18 Top Road, Lower Cumberworth Offers Region £112,000

63a Lea Lane, Netherton Offers Region £95,000

A beautifully presented Lshaped inner terraced house providing deceptively spacious 3 bedroom accommodation.

Having been extensively refurbished in recent years the house has a gas central heating system, Upvc double glazing and modern fittings.

It comprises entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, cellar, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and separate w.c. There are no gardens. Offered for sale with immediate vacant possession No chain involved. Situated in a popular village location.

This attractive Grade II listed underdwelling was previously part of a weavers cottage.

Situated in a rural position on the outskirts of Netherton, the property boasts stunning far reaching views.

The accommodation comprises: Entrance lobby, living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and house bathroom. It offers a wealth of character with original features such as a stone fireplace and exposed beams and also benefits from modern fixtures such as sealed unit double glazing, gas central heating and newly installed kitchen and bathroom fittings. Internal viewing highly recommended.

Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate this superb 3 storey semi-detached house. It offers spacious well presented accommodation in a convenient location opposite the village school and within close proximity of the many shops and amenities in Slaithwaite centre.

The accommodation comprises: Entrance Hall, Bedroom 4 / Playroom, Lounge, Cloaks / WC, Dining Kitchen, Study, Utility, Store, Landing, 3 first floor Bedrooms, Bathroom and En-suite Shower Room. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazed windows, intruder alarm and modern fixtures and fittings. There is a low maintenance garden to the rear and two allocated parking spaces to the side of the attached property.

Offers Region £175,000 Constructed within the last 2 years is this beautifully presented and stylish natural stone detached cottage with off road parking for three cars. Occupying a pleasant position the house enjoys an open outlook to the rear. It comprises entrance area, delightful open plan living room with lounge and kitchen area complete with quality fittings and doors leading to the attractive seating area to the rear, 2 first floor double bedrooms and shower room/w.c.

The house has a gas central heating system, sealed unit double glazed windows in oak frames and stone mullions, oak doors, Burglar alarm system, low voltage lighting, tv and phone points in every room, delightful fittings and oak internal doors and joinery. The There is a parking area to the front. A delightful property which must be viewed.

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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.

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Fairfield House, Hollowgate, Holmfirth 01484 689689

Local, regional, exceptional

Five-bedroom house is set in seven-and-a-half acres A FIVE-BEDROOM house which is set in seven-anda-half acres of land and boasts stunning views is on the market with Simon Blyth.

Wolfstone Heights in Upperthong was originally two cottages and a barn, but it has been a much loved family home for many years now.

Stunning stonework surrounds the timber entrance door, which leads directly through to the spacious dining kitchen.

With a ceramic tiled floor and a variety of beams to the ceiling, the hand made kitchen boasts an aga with the usual hotplates set in an attractive surround.

The remainder of the kitchen consists of an integrated dishwasher,

twin ceramic sink unit with stylish mixer taps over and an additional oven and four-ring hob with extractor fan over.

The vendors have operated an antiques business (trade only) from the property for many years, using one of the barns as a showroom.

This could be turned into a new kitchen or another reception room. A door from this space leads up to the games/hobby room, which has a full height ceiling with beams and timbers on display.

The good sized sitting room has an attractive polished timber floor and two banks of broad/ mullioned windows which give stunning views over the grounds and beyond.

An impressive fire place

with a Yorkshire stone raised flagged hearth is the main feature of the room.

A utility room and WC complete the ground floor.

Upstairs consists of three doubled bedrooms and two single bedrooms, as well as the house bathroom.

The first bedroom boasts six bank mullioned windows, which again give stunning views, a bank of high quality in-built wardrobes and a large ensuite bathroom.

The other two double bedrooms and one of the singles also have in-built furniture, with the two doubles also benefitting from a bank of four mullioned windows.

Bedroom five has been used by the current owners as a study for

many years.

The property has two access gates, both of which lead through to impressive driveways.

A doorway from the high-quality built workshop leads through to

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the double garage, which has twin up and over doors of good size and attractive stone arches to the front.

The stable barn has a painted floor and walls and could be subdivided

accordingly if stables are a requirement.

The five-bed Wolfstone Heights in Upperthong is on the market with Simon Blyth for offers around ÂŁ999,000. Part exchange would be considered.

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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 and Wakefield Lettings & Management available at all offices

Fairfield House, Hollowgate, Holmfirth 01484 689689

Local, regional, exceptional MARSH PLATT, HONLEY

O/A £460,000

BURNLEE GREEN, OFF LIPHILL BANK ROAD, HOLMFIRTH O/A £375,000

SUPERBLY POSITIONED THIS LARGE PERIOD HOME HAS AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF ACCOMMODATION OVER THREE LEVELS WITH SIX BEDROOMS, BEAUTIFUL PERIOD FEATURES AND SUPERB DETACHED HOME OFFICE/STUDIO IN ITS LARGE GARDENS. For those who require space, position and character this home offers it all. Sensibly priced due to it being attached to its immediate neighbour, the home offers excellent value for money.With high specification interior comprising: entrance vestibule, impressive hall, lounge with bay window and inglenook fireplace, stunning dining kitchen, w/c, pantry/utility, rear entrance lobby, five bedrooms (four doubles), house bathroom, and shower room.The home enjoys wonderful views over its mature, well kept gardens that are home for the impressive detached annex home office/studio with principal rooms with full height picture window shower room and store.The property has a spacious driveway and all is only a short walk away from Honley's varied amenities including the train station. EPC - E

AN EXCEPTIONAL HIGH QUALITY FOUR BEDROOM COTTAGE WITH PLEASANT GARDEN, DOUBLE GARAGE AND A QUIET BACKWATER LOCATION. Having been fully renovated and extended by local renowned builder D Parker, this high in character home is sure to please those who seek space, views, quality and a perfect blend of old and new in terms of high specification fittings, beautiful oak boarded floors, oak doors, beams and the like.With a good sized driveway and integral double garage the home has double glazing, gas fired central heating, alarm and briefly comprises:- galleried entrance hall, w.c., study/utility (12'7" x 7'2" approx), fabulous living dining kitchen with views over garden, beautiful lounge (17'6" x 13'6" approx) being a through room with glazed doors to garden, first floor landing, four bedrooms all of a good size (bedroom 1 with dressing room and en-suite bathroom), house bathroom and pleasant gardens. EPC - C

WILDSPUR MILLS, NEW MILL

CRESCENT ROAD, NETHERTON

O/A £285,000

O/A £275,000

A SUPERBLY APPOINTED THREE BEDROOM HOME FORMING PART OF THIS EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT, SITUATED WITHIN 20 ACRES OF WOODLAND WITH A HIGH SPECIFICATION THROUGHOUT. Arranged over three levels the property incorporates a very large double garage, ground floor entrance hallway and utility.To the first floor are two bedrooms and house bathroom.To the top floor is a superb master bedroom with en-suite and stunning open plan living/dining/kitchen with high angled ceiling, integrated appliances and French doors out to the garden.The property has Villeroy and Boch sanitary wear, Smeg appliances and all the usual modern appointments with the automatic garage door, block paved parking and enclosed rear garden with wooded back drop.This high quality home is worthy of an early inspection. EPC - C

A SUPERBLY APPOINTED DOUBLE FRONTED FOUR BEDROOM PERIOD SEMI-DETACHED HOME WITH A STUNNING DINING KITCHEN AND HIGH QUALITY INTERIOR, IN THIS WELL REGARDED VILLAGE LOCATION. Presented to a very high standard throughout the property blends both character and contemporary style seamlessly throughout with accommodation comprising: entrance lobby, dual aspect lounge, fabulous dining kitchen, conservatory and useful keeping cellar.To the first floor are four good size bedrooms and house bathroom.The property occupies a corner position with wrought iron gates opening to a block paved driveway and enclosed rear garden with raised terrace and storage.With all the usual modern appointments and village amenities close at hand this home must be viewed. EPC - E

NEW BRIGHTON, BIRDSEDGE

PARIS ROAD, SCHOLES

O/O £105,000

O/A £105,000

A WELL APPOINTED STONE BUILT TWO BEDROOM TERRACED COTTAGE HAVING FRONT AND REAR GARDENS ALSO HAVING THE ADVANTAGE OF A GARAGE NEARBY AND NO UPPER CHAIN INVOLVEMENT. A well presented interior being both contemporary and stylish. Like many cottages this has both front and rear gardens and also a garage.The accommodation itself which has PVCu glazing and a LPG heating system comprises: entrance lobby, good sized lounge, conservatory kitchen, useful vaulted cellar, two first floor bedrooms and a house bathroom.There are lawned front and rear gardens and a nearby garage.The property enjoys a semi-rural location yet being convenient for commuting, is presented to a very high standard and the advantage of no upper chain involvement. EPC - G

A MOST APPEALING PERIOD COTTAGE WITH BOTH CHARACTERFUL AND CONTEMPORY INTERIOR HAVING UNDERGONE A PROGRAM UPGRADING AND RESTORATION IN RECENT TIMES IN THIS POPULAR VILLAGE LOCATION. Presented to a very high standard throughout this one bedroom cottage contains character features such as exposed beams, stonework and a superb fireplace with multi fuel stove and is complimented by modern fixtures, fittings and stylish decor.The property comprises entrance porch, living kitchen with integrated appliances and as previously mentioned fireplace with stove and French doors giving access into the enclosed front garden.The first floor landing enjoys a superb outlook across open rear fields; there is a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with three piece white suite.There is an enclosed stone flagged garden with built in stone seat and the property is close to the village centre with amenities close by.An early inspection is advised. EPC - C

THE PARK, BILHAM ROAD, CLAYTON WEST RENT: £2,800 PCM

EDEN HOUSE, BEAUMONT PARK, HUDDERSFIELD RENT: £1,675 PCM

A WELL KNOWN PERIOD HOUSE SET IN A HIGHLY REGARDED AREA, OVERLOOKING A PROTECTED PARKLAND AND HAS BEEN TATSEFULLY UPGRADED WHILST STILL RETAINING THE AIR OF QUALITY. With a stunning stone staircase, fine period windows and many other superb features; It has delightful gardens with impressive entrance gates. Briefly comprising: entrance hall, 22`7" in length, with entrance to both front and rear, sitting room, lounge, dining kitchen, pantry, dining room, lobby, w/c, utility room, five large bedrooms, two en-suite, family bathroom and impressive cellars.All being well located for commuting and a local countryside at hand.Viewings are compulsory to appreciate the high standard of living available. EPC rating: G. Fully Managed by Simon Blyth Lettings, Huddersfield Office

FABULOUS SUBSTANTIAL FOUR/FIVE BEDROOM FAMILY HOME WITH MATURE GARDENS AND DOUBLE GARAGE. Built in 2000, this immaculate property with high quality fittings is located in a well regarded area of Huddersfield.The spacious, flexible accommodation comprises :Entrance vestibule; downstairs w/c; magnificent galleried inner hall; sitting room with period fireplace; lounge with period style fireplace; formal dining room with French doors to the garden; study; breakfast kitchen with granite worktops & appliances; utility room; four bedrooms, the master with stunning ensuite & dressing room; nursery room & luxurious house bathroom with white 4-piece suite with large double ended bath & shower cubicle.EPC rating: D. Fully Managed by Simon Blyth Lettings, Huddersfield Office

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Advertiser’s announcement

Is your roof ready for the worst of winter weather?

AS THE winter months approach, a home’s first measure of protection against rain and snow is the roof.

We asked Craig Fenton, owner of Fenton and Fenton Roofing, one of the largest reputable roofing companies in the area, to offer tips on how to get your roof ready for winter rain, hail, snow and storms.

These were Craig’s recommendations: 1. Check the roof framing structure to make sure it is not compromised. Visually scan the roof for any sagging or uneven areas. If you do see an area that looks uneven, this may mean damage to the roof deck below the surface.

2. Inspect the gutter systems to make sure they are free of branches, leaves or other debris. This step ensures that rain water and snow have a way off the roof. If the water or snow is left standing on the roof, it can lead to leaking or ice damming.

3. Make sure that gutters are fastened properly and are tight and secure so they don’t cause overflow and build-up or fall off the fascia board. Leaking water can end up causing damage not just to your roof, but to your interior walls as well.

4. Check the valleys of the roof to ensure they are free and clear of debris that can add weight to the roof and also act as a barrier to rain and snow. Leaks frequently occur in the valleys so make sure they are well protected by a proper roofing system.

5. One of the most common causes for roofing leaks is due to problems with flashing. Flashing is the aluminium or metal material that is used in roof to wall transitions over joints to prevent water from seeping in and causing damage. Metal flashing should also be used around roof vents, pipes, skylights, and chimneys.

Remember that flashings can be loosened or torn by high winds and heavy rains, so

inspect the areas annually.

6. Walk around and carefully inspect the tiles, slates, ridges, and mortar etc and look for missing/loose areas or damage from birds, rodents, or squirrels.

7. Serious leaks appearing show that you need to get the leaks fixed earlier rather than later, certainly at the latest during the autumn months before the bad weather returns. If not repaired, these leaks can lead to larger problems. For instance, if the water leaks into the framework of the building, it is at risk of touching the wires which are located in the walls and ceiling, which would be a fire hazard. Water can also rot wood – making it weak and unsafe.

If you have evidence of any of these defects, Fenton and Fenton Roofing has a solution for every one together with a highly trained workforce and outstanding response times.

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A house roof awaiting repair.

Roofing provides a full range of roofing services to meet customer requirements, specialising in domestic and commercial repairs and renewals.

With the majority of work in the domestic market, the

team has helped thousands of homeowners improve their homes with new roofs, repairs to existing roofs or with stylish additions such as new UPVC fascias and guttering.

However, according to

Picture credit: pauws99 Craig, now is the key time of the year when homeowners can effectively provide their own insurance by having their roofs inspected or repaired before the bad winter weather really takes its toll.

For all enquiries and a free inspection please call Fenton & Fenton on 01484 885309.