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By Olivia Taylor

CONTROVERSIAL plans by Kirklees Council have left locals concerned that the Valley’s fly tipping problem will only get worse.

From July 11 if you are not registered you will not be able to dump your rubbish in any of Kirklees waste sites.

The council has had a permit system for a number of years, but this has varied depending on the site.

A spokesperson from Kirklees council said: “If someone turns up to a site after July 11 and has not registered they will first be reminded.

“If someone continues to try to use a site and is not registered, or they are not eligible to register, then site staff have the authority to refuse entry.”

Kirklees Council has intro-duced the plans to tackle the issue of trade waste abuse and the ‘lending’ of permits to businesses, friends or family outside of Kirklees.

Disgruntled local, Michael Foster Jones, said: “My con-cern is that any additional bureaucracy will inevitably cause a few more people to fly tip and discard their waste thoughtlessly.

“The vast majority of the population are good people and will do the right thing, unfortunately a tiny minority can make life unpleasant for others.”

“What we need to be doing is making more dumps available to more people for longer hours.

“Why be concerned about local authority boundaries? Fly tippers don’t have that concern. Why charge trades-

people to dump? Let’s encourage them to dump responsibly.”

Cath Ingham, from Holmfirth, believes the new rules will not cause an influx of fly tippers, and may be a result of budget cuts.

She added: “The tips are for domestic waste so all you have to do is register and then carry on as normal.

“I can only assume neigh-bouring authorities are imposing restrictions and Kirklees has to do likewise.

“I know it bores some people to say this but budgets have been slashed and this may be the cause. The brainless idiots who fly tip would do it regardless.”

Registration is an online only process and must be completed by July 11. To register visit kirklees.gov.uk/wastepermit

A cabinet member said: “The majority of fly tipping is carried out by illegal trad-ers. These are companies that take waste for a fee and then instead of disposing of it legally choose to fly tip it.

“We would encourage any-one who employs someone to remove waste to check that they have a waste trad-ers license, and find out where they will be taking their items.”

“Recent changes to the service will allow us create four reactive teams to deal with any incidences of fly tipping or overflowing bins.

“The updated permit sys-tem should have no impact on fly tipping as Kirklees residents can still use the council’s household waste sites to dispose of waste that has not been generated through trading for free.”

System could lead to more fly tipping, residents claim

Lucky fans will have the chance to meet 70s heart throb Merrill Osmond face to face later this month. Merrill will perform at the Holmfirth Picturedrome on Friday, June 24 – and if that wasn’t enough, he has agreed to donate an hour of his time to raise funds for the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice. Before he performs, Merrill will host an exclusive meet and greet with fans. Fans can pay £50 a head to meet the singer and also get an official picture – with 50 per cent of the proceeds going to the hospice, and the other 50 per cent to a charity of Merrill’s choice.

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PARISH COUNCIL NEWS£10,000 available for community grants in 2016-17

The Queen’s 90th Birthday tea-party

The Parish Council held a tea-party on Saturday, 14th May 2016 and all residents in the Valley who turned 90 within a year of Her Majesty’s 90th birthday were invit-ed. The tea-party was a great way to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birth-day and everyone who came clearly enjoyed themselves; there was a lovely atmosphere. Holmbridge Church Hall was festooned with bunting and Union Jack flags; Parish Councillors organised the catering, and Councillors and Officers served the refreshments.

The winning designer of the Queen’s birthday card/invitation to the tea-party, Sophie Bendon, age 9 of Scholes J & I School, attended the tea-party with her family and her face was a picture when she saw her winning design on a birthday cake, specially commissioned for the celebrations. Sophie was presented with a gift voucher and a copy of the tea-party invitation (incorporating her design) together with a piece of the cake. Well done to Sophie and thanks for helping us to make the party so special for everyone.

Thanks also to local photographer, Helen Bray, who put on a display of old Valley photos and brought back lots of happy memories for some of the 90-year-olds. After the nonagen-arians sang happy birthday to the Queen, they continued the sing-a-long accompanied by local entertainer, Kevin Kitchen.

Whilst tea was being served, every-one listened to a specially commis-sioned piece of music written by local musician, Thomas Brown, and played by a local brass band. The music is now available on CD to borrow from the Council Offices, if anyone would like to hear it.

Using certain legal powers, the Parish Council can provide grant funding to organisations within the Parish Council’s area. In the year 2016-17 a budget of £10,000 has been agreed for these community projects, which must be of benefit to some or all of the residents of the Valley.

On projects costing up to £500, a maximum grant of 40% (i.e. £200) may be awarded or, at the discretion of the Council, up to a maximum of £1,000 for larger projects.

There are a number of criteria that an application must satisfy. A copy of the criteria and an application form can be obtained from the office or downloaded from the Parish Council’s website. Grants are considered at Finance & Management Committee meetings, normally held every

six to eight weeks, and applicants are encouraged to attend the meeting when their application is to be considered, in support of their application and in case any further information is required by Members.

Completed forms must be submitted to the Clerk to the Council at least 10 days before the meeting. This enables the application and supporting documentation to be checked against the criteria, and for any further information to be requested, if necessary, before Committee consideration.

Below are listed some of the grants awarded within the last six months (i.e. from the Council’s 2015-16 Budget):

Hepworth United – £1,000 towards new changing rooms

Honley Business Association - £1,000 towards Honley Feast 2016

Holy Trinity Church, Hepworth - £600 towards the installation of a handrail from Butt Lane to the church lynch- gate

provide a piano for a concert

£500 towards traffic

afternoon procession through Holmfirth

One requirement of being awarded a grant is that a report is provided to the Parish Council on how the grant was spent. Reports from some of the above will be included in future columns.

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Man died from head injury, inquest findsA MAN who was left requiring 24-hour care at a Meltham care home after he sustained a severe brain injury in an assault died of the effects a year later, an inquest has concluded.

Ricky Williamson lived in Bishops Way Nursing Home in Meltham after he was injured in a drug and alco-hol-fuelled brawl with Martin Wilson, of Pinder Street, Barnsley, in May 2014.

Mr Williamson died nearly 12 months later in May 2015. An inquest was told he con-tracted several infections as a result of his brain injury.

The 39-year-old, who stabbed his abusive father to death in 1996 and was given probation after 12 months, arrived at Mr Wilson’s home after a night of bingeing and became aggressive. Mr Wilson’s then-girlfriend, Michelle Raynor, was also present.

Assistant coroner Julian Fox said: “Although Miss Raynor and Mr Wilson initially gave differing accounts to the police with regards to what happened after the punch had been administered, for whatever reason a scuffle broke out between Ricky and Martin.

“On two occasions Ricky held a knife to Martin’s

throat and I accept that he felt worried for his life. Mr Wilson told the court that he hit Ricky once and once only, although it is reason-able to suppose that Ricky subsequently hit his head on the ground.

“It’s clear that an ambu-lance was not called for some amount of time after the incident. It is not pos-sible to know whether this delay in treatment contribut-ed to the damage.”

A total of 17 injuries were found on Ricky’s body which Dr Charles Wilson told the court were typical of a ‘sig-nificant’ blow from footwear – a statement rejected by Mr Wilson, who was released without charge after an investigation by police.

“The patterned bruising was typical of a blow and of an impact from footwear. It quickly became clear that Mr Williamson had suffered a severe brain injury. There was a marked change in his condition in the weeks after the incident and he was placed in the care of a nurs-ing home.”

The court was told that in the last months of his life, Ricky had suffered with infections, and an intravenous cannula which had been installed to treat a

urinary tract infection had become dislodged on May 9 at the care home. It took 18 hours to reattach it and two doses of antibiotics were missed.

“I believe this increased Ricky’s chances of death significantly,” Mr Fox added. “I considered a verdict of unlawful killing but I could not reach that conclusion because it is possible that Mr Wilson was defending him-self after he had been twice threatened with a knife.

“He believed Ricky had killed his own father, a claim which was backed up by the police, and Ricky was clearly the aggressor in the scuffle. I can’t be sure that the level of force used against him was unreasonable.

“I accept Dr Charles Wilson’s cause of death and that is that Ricky had con-tracted septicaemia which came about as a result of pneumonia, which in turn came as a result of his injury.

“I am satisfied that Ricky died from the effects of his head injury which he sus-tained at Mr Wilson’s home on May 15, 2014 and a lack of antibiotics on May 9, 2015.”

By Olivia Taylor

THE devastation caused by the Nepal earthquake hasn’t put one local off urging people to consider the country as a holiday destination.

Beverley Haynes took her first trip to Nepal in 2013, and since then she’s fallen completely in love with the culture and people.

She said: “A friend of mine went to an orphanage in Nepal for six weeks in 2013. I went with her and I realised that Nepal is very beautiful, there’s so much to see it was unreal.”

Since Beverley’s passion was sparked she’s worked closely with a group of Nepalese children whose school was hit hard when the earthquake struck in 2015.

She said: “The children’s school isn’t safe for them to stay in so they’re learning in corrugated metal shelters.

“The kids are all so eager to learn, they don’t have many toys, I once saw a little boy playing with a beaten up toy car and a cardboard box.”

As soon as Beverley heard the news about the earthquake her initial reaction was to do what she could to help the victims.

She added: “As soon as I heard about the earthquake I choked up completely, straight away I wanted to do something to help.”

Now Beverley is on a mission to help her friends in Nepal by promoting the country to other local people, working closely with a Nepalese charity Beverley has organised an evening of culture.

She added: “There’ll be a talk by Gopal Shreshna, our visitor from Nepal and

founder of the Gorkha and Ghairung Support Society, about life in Nepal before, during and after the earthquake.”

The event will take place at Choppards Mission, Choppards Bank Road on Friday, June 10 at 7.30pm, all proceeds raised will go towards rebuilding the school.

Beverley added: “People think that because of the earthquake Nepal isn’t worth seeing, but there’s so much to see and the people are so lovely and warm.

“You can have a fantastic time in Nepal in a nice hotel, or on a beautiful beach.”

Beverley urges people to consider Nepal as a holiday destination

Nepal has so much to see according to Beverley.


Residents from a care centre in Denby Dale got up close and personal to a collection of birds, as the Wise Owl Birds of Prey Rescue team made a flying visit. A variety of birds were part of the encounter at The Denby, where residents were able to hold and ruffle the feathers of the creatures. Holly Smedley, care centre manager, added: “Animals always have a way of brightening up someone’s day, so it was lovely that our residents were able to experience this encounter with these beautiful birds of prey. We are looking forward to a host of activities planned for the rest of the year including an Ascot Ladies Day, Yorkshire Day and summer fayre.”

A NEW mobile app has been launched to help residents across the Holme Valley report hate crime.

Launched in May, the app lets people report hate crime incidents on the go, as soon as they happen.

It is free to download and also gives information about what is hate crime and types of incidents.

The app links directly to an online facility to report hate crime and incidents.

The person who reports the incident has a choice of which agencies the report is

sent to, such as the council, police, housing, victim support and others.

The app’s content will be updated regularly to include news, information and advice.

West Yorkshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Mark Burns-Williamson, who has provided a grant to fund the app, said: “There’s no doubt that hate hurts and it’s something no-one should have to live with.

“Putting victims first is a key priority for me. I want to continue to make sure that

all victims and witnesses receive the best possible support and this new app is part of that.

“We need to do all that we can to encourage people to report hate crime and hate incidents and giving people alternative ways to report is crucial in making sure our communities are safer and feel safer.”

The hate crime app is available for Android and iPhones.

To download the app, visit www.iamapps.mobi/hatehurts

Mobile app launched to help residents report a hate crime

By Danny Richardson

SHE may be older than the Queen, but Vera Stanley has no plans to stop helping in the community.

Vera, from Honley, has been volunteering with the Kirklees Public Health team for an incredible 25 years, and despite having hearing difficulties and double hip replacements, has no plans to stop.

Vera, who turns 91 on June 17 said: “After retiring I wanted to help out and make a difference so I started volunteering for public health when it was in the NHS at the Princess Royal hospital in 1991.

“25 years and several building moves later I’m still here, and the team is now in Kirklees Council.

“I have worked on infection control, sexual health campaigns, cancer screening campaigns, and much more.

“I live alone, so volunteering is a great way to have some company whilst helping out and making a difference, plus it’s

nice to be amongst younger people – I like to keep doing new things so that I don’t get set in my ways.”

And that’s not all, Vera also helps to write the newsletter at Honley Trinity Church (where she attends every Sunday) and she lays the tables for a monthly luncheon club in Scholes.

When not helping in the community she goes to her local gym three times a week to keep fit on the toning tables or takes the bus to go shopping in local towns.

“I do also spend the odd day at home,” she said.

Rachael Loftus, head of volunteering at Kirklees Council, added: “We’d like to say a huge thank you to Vera for her continuing commitment to improving people’s health in Kirklees.

“Volunteers can make a huge difference no matter what age they are and someone like Vera who continues to play a part in her community is an inspiration to us all.”

Volunteer Vera has no plans to stop helping the local community

Vera Stanley has been volunteering for 25 years.


Cyclist ‘disappointed’ with performance in Tour de Yorkshire

Honley Library’s opening hours will change from the start of next month. It will continue to run with one member of Kirklees staff and with the support of volunteers. Details about changes to regular library activities will be available in due course. The new opening times from Monday, July 4 are: Monday – Closed; Tuesday – 1pm to 6pm; Wednesday – 10am to 1pm; Thursday – Closed; Friday – 1pm to 5pm; Saturday – 10am to 1pm.

Explore Holmfirth’s drinking and pub heritage with new book LOCALS will be able to explore Holmfirth’s drinking heritage in the form of a new book based around its pubs.

‘Public Houses of Holmfirth Past and Present’, produced by Holme Valley Civic Society Local History Group, contains facts, photos and lists of known landlords’ names.

It reveals that at one time, in the short distance covering the centre of Holmfirth from the present day Co-op store to Ashley

Jackson’s studio, there were as many as 18 boozers.

The oldest of the pubs date back to the eighteenth century, but the heydays were a century later when beer houses became popular, in addition to the traditional inns.

Deborah Wyles, one of the co-authors of the book, said: ‘’We realised there were photographs of some of these pubs in circulation and by adding in facts from old newspapers, brewster

session records, census returns and trade directories, we found we had the makings of a very in depth history book. We got so much information we quickly realised we had to limit the book to those pubs in the very centre of Holmfirth.”

The book was launched at one of the pubs featured, The Old Bridge, where an exhibition was also on display with artefacts including a 60s edition of the Holme Valley Express.

By Danny Richardson

HOLME Valley’s very own mountain man Gabriel Cullaigh says he was ‘disappointed’ with his Tour de Yorkshire performance.

The Holmfirth native had mixed fortunes in the race, and even though he was satisfied with his start, he says injuries hampered his progress.

“I think I should have lowered my expectations in the lead up to the race as I didn’t prepare how I would have wanted to, due to a bad crash two weeks before Tour de Yorkshire while I was racing in Holland,” Gabriel said.

“I lost a lot of skin on my right side, and couldn’t walk properly up until within a week of Yorkshire. I was riding my bike but for not long as I needed to rest to allow my body to recover.

“I’d say I got on okay, though. I was 47th on the first day, then lead my team mate Ollie Wood out on the 2nd day where he finished 11th and I finished at the back of the bunch

somewhere but didn’t lose time.

“But on the last day I finished 65th I think which I was disappointed with.”

Nevertheless, Gabriel says he can take positives from the experience. He has a busy schedule for the rest of 2016 which will take him all over Europe - and he’s hoping to race in Qatar at the end of the year.

“I’ve got a lot of Italian one day races, being based in Italy they are staple races of my calendar,” he said.

“I’ve also got some good stage races approaching - Ronde L’isard in France, Course De La Paix in the Czech Republic, and then I’ll be back in the UK for the

national championships in Stockton.

“Later in the season I should be doing Tour de L’Avenir which is the under 23s version of the Tour de France, I’ll have the Tour of Britain and then I hope to get selected for the u23 World Road Race Championships in Qatar at the end of the year.”

And his intense programme for the rest of the cycling season should set him up nicely for next year’s Tour de Yorkshire, which Gabriel admits is still his favourite race.

“It’s always a great experience racing at that level with the big teams. Those big world tour teams are where I want to be in the future, so seeing how they work and race is a great learning experience,” he said.

“I took a lot of pride from the Tour de Yorkshire, being a Yorkshire man and racing in front of a home crowd is special. It makes it even more special that the crowds of fans for this race are some of the best and biggest of the racing calendar.”

Gabriel Cullaigh


Local charities set to benefit from gala

A local school was recently targeted by heartless thieves. Holme Junior and Infant school had Barney The Owl (a unique chainsaw sculpture) stolen from outside their entrance. The sculpture is 75cm tall, carved out of a solid piece of wood and was completed as a whole school project. If you know of anyone being offered an owl, contact the school on 01484 222477.

A COLLECTION of local charities and causes are set to benefit from the money raised at this years Hade Edge Gala.

The annual event that sees families from across the region flock to Hade Edge is set to take place on Saturday, July 9 with a theme of ‘at the movies.’

Helen Craggs, chair of Hade Edge Gala’s sub committee said: “The last three years has really seen the gala go from strength to strength, it’s the typical quintessential English country fete, but apart from that the Gala has always been about the village.”

The event is free to attend and prides its self on having

something for all the family, highlights include: A classic car, tractor and motorbike show, a Punch and Judy and a procession of the Gala King and Queen and other local organisations.

Helen said: “We just wanted to make it better for the village, the bigger and better it is the more money we can raise for the village, the nursery school and the church.”

Last year proceeds from the gala were donated to Hade Edge Nursery, Hade Edge Junior and Infant School, the chapel, youth football and the senior citizens Christmas meal.

Helen added “It’s great to help and they’re all always

so over the moon, we just need to pray for sunshine this year.”

Once the Gala is finished the team have made sure the fun continues into the evening with their party in the park.

A hog roast and a full bar will be on offer at the party, as well as entertainment from four live bands.

The evening event starts at 7pm and tickets are available from Brindon Addy’s Butchers Shop or by calling 07841 752973.

Helen added: “Last year we gave the toddler group £400 and we’ve provided senior citizens with their Christmas meals, we’re helping a massive age range.”

By Olivia Taylor

HOLME VALLEY parents have breathed a sigh of relief after the government u-turn on i’s proposal to turn its schools into academies.

The announcement came on May 7 after rebellion from a number of Tory MPs including Jason McCartney.

The Clone Valley MP made his position clear as soon as the proposal was announced, challenging the secretary of state for education, Nicky Morgan.

He said: “I am extremely pleased that the Government has listened to parents, teachers, governors and back benchers on this and dropped the plan.

“Whether a well performing school should become an academy or not should be decided by those that know the school best and for positive reasons, not through compulsion.

“It is the sign of a good Government that it does listen and is willing to change plans, and I am glad they have done so on

this issue.”Locals were quick to

come together and create anti academy groups with parents from both Meltham and Holmfirth doing their bit to prevent local schools changing.

Local labour activist and former headteacher, Thelma Waker said: “It’s fantastic that the government have done

a u-turn, but what we need to monitor is that the schools in the valley remain good and outstanding schools. We need to make local schools even stronger.”

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Parents relieved at academies’ U-turn

A TEENAGER suffered a fractured nose after he was attacked by a gang of 15 youths at a skate park.

The incident occured at 9.20pm on Friday, May 7, at Honley Skate Park in Jagger Lane.

The attackers, who had their faces covered, approached the 18-year-old victim when he was sat with friends.

They asked for his name, before unleashing a vicious attack by repeatedly kicking and punching him in the face.

The teenager was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries, including a fractured nose.

Acting Sgt Austen Brook, of Kirklees District Rural Patrol, said: “This was a very nasty attack on the victim by a large group of males and the injuries he received could easily have been more serious.

“We would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information about who was involved or the circumstances surrounding it.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 quoting crime number 13160194405.

Teenager suffered a fractured nose after attack in skate park

BUSINESS leases usually contain restriction preventing the tenant from freely dealing with their interest in a lease.

Typically such restrictions are likely to limit the tenant’s ability to assign their lease to a third party.

The purpose of such restrictions is to allow the landlord to retain a degree of control over who the tenant occupying the property is and to protect the landlord’s interest in the property.

For example, a landlord may wish to resist the assignment of a lease to a new tenant who is not of good financial standing.

If a lease contains no restrictions the tenant could potentially freely transfer their lease to a third party.

The lease is likely to

contain an absolute prohibition against assignment of part of the property however the whole of the property demised by the lease may be assigned with the consent of the landlord.

In such a case pursuant to The Landlord and Tenant Act 1927 it can be implied that the landlords consent to the assignment of the whole of the lease cannot be unreasonably withheld.

Failure by tenant to comply with the requirements in the lease in connection with an assignment would result in a breach of the terms of the lease.

The landlord could then potentially claim against the tenant for damages and/or forfeiture (determination of the lease) following the

breach.The landlord will usually

provide their consent to an assignment by way of a formal licence to assign.

The landlord may then seek to assign their lease by way of a transfer deed or deed of assignment depending on whether the lease is registered with the Land Registry.

Bailey Smailes can act of behalf of landlords and tenants in the assignment of leases and in all types of commercial property transactions.

Simon Best, A solicitor at Bailey

Smailes Solicitors

This article is for general guidance only. Action should not be taken without obtaining specific legal advice.

The assignment of a commercial property lease: Restrictions should be considered carefully

‘The purpose of such restrictions is to allow the landlord to retain a degree of control over who the tenant occupying the property is and to protect the landlord’s interest in the property’


Parliamentary Cornerwith Jason McCartney MP

I AM writing this month’s column at home in Honley after another busy month.

I was honoured to be at the Huddersfield Examiner “Pride of Huddersfield Awards” at the John Smith’s Stadium. It was an inspiring evening celebrating and recognising the wonderful people in our community.

Among the many worthy recipients were Honley High School pupil Hannah Boden, who was named Sports Personality, while Huddersfield Giants’ chairman and community champion Ken Davy was honoured with the Achievement Award.

I recently visited one of our great local schools Meltham CE School, it was a great visit where I took part in a Q&A session and had to join the students with their spelling tests, thankfully I didn’t embarrass myself!

I also recently spoke at the Holmfirth Arts Festival launch event at the Picturedrome. It starts on June 17 and runs until June 26. There is a varied programme and there really is something for everyone.

There are a number of

different venues being used, including the Picturedrome, Holmfirth Civic Hall, Victoria Park, Sid’s Café, Hepworth Church for the Sacconi Quartet and the list goes on.

Our biggest local issue is still the fight for the future of our local A&E at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. I recently asked a question at Prime Minister’s Questions on the issue where I asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer, who was covering for the Prime Minister ‘My local Clinical Commissioning Group are currently consulting on their appalling plans to downgrade A&E at Huddersfield

Royal Infirmary. Will the Chancellor agree with me and thousands of Hands Off HRI campaigners led by Karl Deitch, that all options should remain on the table and that a plan B must come forward to keep good quality local health services?’. It is crucial that the CCG consult on all the possible options available. This is a fight we must win!

The CCG have announced two more drop-in sessions in our area.

The first is on June 9 from 4pm to 7pm at Huddersfield Rugby Union Club in Lockwood, and then the final session will take place on June 15 between the same times at Meltham Sports and Community Centre. Please tell the doctors on the CGG what you think of their plans.

As always, if you would like to visit Parliament, or ever need my help, please get in touch. My Holmfirth office is at 24 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS opposite Ashley Jackson’s gallery. Telephone 01484 688364 or 688378 and email [email protected]

Inspiring event celebrated region’s wonderful people

Denby Dale District Lions will hold another charity scarecrow trail this summer. The annual event – sponsored by Butcher Residential in Denby Dale – will take place on July 9 and 10, with cash prizes awarded to the top three scarecrows. This year’s theme is Euro 2016 and the Rio Olympics, with entrants encouraged to dress up in colours of the countries taking part in the tournaments. All profits will go to the Barnsley Hospital Breast Cancer Unit. Ian Butcher, director of Butcher Residential in Denby Dale, is pictured presenting a cheque to Paul Rusby and Sean Stratham, Denby Dale District Lions, for sponsorship of the trail.

A LOCAL volunteer is set to help some of the worlds poorest countries thanks to help from Holmfirth and Meltham Lions Club.

The annual Meltham Luncheon organised by the Lions Club took place on May 8 to raise money for local causes.

A total of £857.93 was raised, and £186 of that will be donated to Victoria Sanderson, enabling her to volunteer at International Citizens Service.

She said: “I will have the opportunity to experience the world, I’ll be developing my skills in cultural and global awareness.”

Lions help Victoria

Victoria Sanderson

BEST-SELLING author Milly Johnson is due to get a grilling from TV presenter Christa Ackroyd at an evening with-style event in July.

Fans of the Sunday Times best-selling author will get the chance to learn more about her childhood days in Barnsley, the knockbacks and rejections she endured before finally becoming a successful author and where she gets the inspiration for her books.

Birdwell Academy, Barnsley, will host the event on Wednesday July 6.

Tickets for An Evening With Milly Johnson are now on sale, priced at £12.50 each. Contact 01226 734630 for tickets, or visit the Barnsley Chronicle reception on Church Street, Barnsley.

A date with Milly


From the quiet streets of Holmfirth to the big smoke and celebrities, Tom Pollard has had a whirlwind few years. The aspiring film director spoke to Danny Richardson about his life behind the camera...

Tom Pollard has filmed charity events for high profile groups, the Tour de Yorkshire for Leeds City Council and interviewed an endless list of celebrities.

“MOST people prefer being in front of the camera and having all the glory that you get with it.

“People know more actors than they do directors, cameramen or editors.

“But I don’t really mind, because behind the camera is where it’s best.”

It’s not often work behind the scenes is recognised.

Unless you’re a film director whose name ends in Jackson, Spielberg or Tarantino, it’s unlikely that Joe Public will recognise your name.

But 23-year-old student Tom Pollard prefers it that way. The Holmfirth

born aspiring film director is still at the bottom of the ladder in a fledgling career, but has already seen his work broadcast across his native Yorkshire and across the UK.

“I don’t expect people to recognise me, but I prefer it like that,” he says.

“I’ve always been interested in what goes on behind the camera. From when I was at college, I’ve always liked to film and edit stuff too.

“I filmed a few student projects at college and got high grades, so I knew I had a knack for it.

“I decided to study media

at uni, and I’ve loved every second.

“We’re always behind a camera, making plans for films, editing, script writing, making radio shows and learning how to direct.

“Fame doesn’t interest me though.

“Directing and producing is my passion.”

Alongside his studies, Tom has experienced a whirlwind few years which has taken him all over the country.

He’s filmed charity events for high profile groups, the Tour de Yorkshire for Leeds City Council and interviewed an endless list of celebrities – including pop sensations

Little Mix (”they were my favourites,” he says) – but it’s all part of the day job for Tom.

And the highlight?After having his freelance

work spotted by top TV execs, he was invited to the BBC studios in Elstree, London, to help film annual charity show Children in Need.

Whilst there, he found himself on the set of long-running soap EastEnders, who had prepared a dance performance for the charity extravaganza.

Surprisingly for Tom, he was tasked with filming it. Live.

“It was incredible when they told me, I just thought I’d be shadowing a cameraman.

“But they wanted me to film it live, and film the interviews after as well,” he said.

“I was there through all the rehearsals, got to meet some of the cast and the presenters, which was great in itself but the experience was unreal.

“It’s not often you get to film live TV.

“When we went live I was so nervous. But, it ran smoothly, which was such a satisfying feeling.”

Tom’s career is going from

strength to strength. He’s inundated with

requests for freelance work, filming and directing for TV and film companies up and down the country.

“It’s been a barmy few years for me.

“I never thought I’d be doing this, but I’m working on some big programmes behind the scenes and I love it,” he says.

“I get to see a lot of my work broadcast more or less every day on television, but it doesn’t bother me that no one knows that it’s me who’s done it.

“Seeing my name on the credits is enough for me.”

Wannabe film director Tom is loving life behind the camera

A GROUP of Holme

Valley residents are

doing everything in their

power to raise funds for

their local church.

The committee of

Netherthong All Saints

Church has come

together to provide a

solution to paying for the

church’s repairs.

Committee member

Roseanne Meakin said:

“We’ve been trying to

raise money for years,

we had a special meeting

earlier this year so we

could think of ways to

raise money.

“There’s loads of

repairs that need doing,

it was built in the 1830’s

it’s a really old church.

“There’s plaster that’s

crumbling off the walls,

the drains need doing,

the guttering needs

doing, there’s so much.”

The group has decided

on providing locals with

an afternoon of cream

teas, and is aiming to

promote the place of

worship, getting more

people through the

church doors.

Roseanne said: “We are

Christians and it would

be nice if people felt

that the church was the

focal point of the village,

people will make you

welcome here.

“We even have a hall

that’s available to hire

for a very small fee.”

The event will take

place on Saturday July

9 at 2pm, a raffle is on

offer to guests with

a chance to win an

abundance of prizes from

local businesses.

Roseanne added:

“We’re doing a raffle

as well and we’ve had

some really nice prizes

donated from businesses

in Holmfirth. Bengal

Spice has given us a gift

voucher, people have

really been generous, not

one person has said no.”

Group raises funds for church


GOLFERS and non-golfers alike are invited to enjoy the facilities of Meltham Golf Club this summer.

Whether you’re a passionate golfer, playing several times a week, or whether you want to visit the club for a get-together or Sunday lunch, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.

Currently the club is offering a 30 per cent reduction on annual membership fees to any ladies interested in joining, while young/novice golfers can join the Get Into Golf programme with five lessons for £25 from Meltham professional Simon Race.

John Harper, chair of the club’s marketing group said: “Meltham is a very friendly club and we welcome all.

“The Get Into Golf programme, now in its second year run by England Golf, has been very successful with group coaching, taster days etc.

“The ladies golf programme at Meltham is equally successful, involving competitions and visits to other clubs.

“We have nearly 80 lady members who play the full 18-hole course or just nine holes if they prefer.’’

Lady Captain Janet Stangroom said: “Is golf for women? Of course it is. Golf is a game for women and girls, no matter what age or how much time you have.

“We may not have the power of male players but we certainly have the skills and timing.

“Golf at Meltham is played away from the hustle and bustle on our lovely course with beautiful views.

“The handicap system makes everyone equal from the start, so different abilities can play together, unlike many other sports.

“If the game of golf isn’t your thing, there’s a thriving social membership opportunity here instead.’’

John said: “Anyone can come here and find someone to play golf with, whatever their age or ability. There is a very strong junior section with one of our success stories being Jamie Bower (22), now an England International player.’’

After golf, there’s plenty to enjoy at the 19th hole (the clubhouse) with a full range of catering including Sunday lunch carvery, breakfasts, sandwiches, lunches and daily specials.

The clubhouse is also available for weddings, christenings, funeral teas, parties etc while a marquee is popular for weddings, placed to take advantage of the fabulous view.

All produce is sourced locally and bookings are already being taken for Christmas 2016.

So if you want to enjoy great golf, or just become a social member or occasional visitor, take a look at Meltham Golf Club.

Meltham club on course for a fantastic summer of golf

Enjoying a post-golf drink in the clubhouse are (left to right): Jeanette Harper, Laura Tiffany, Janet Stangroom (Lady Captain), Kate Wadsworth, Andrew McGrath (2016 Captain) and Cheryl Anderson.

By Danny Richardson

EMMA Reynolds’ superhero advice to roofing firm Fenton and Fenton has won her £200 in an online ‘Design the Van’ competition.

The firm – who have a large customer base in the Holme Valley – is in the process of rebranding and wanted to gather opinion.

So, it asked entrants to pick their favourite van design from two options, including a van featuring a ‘Super Roofer’ design.

The £100 prize draw for all entrants was won by retiree Ken Wood from Darfield, Barnsley.

Ken said: “The money has come at a good time, as

I’m heading off on holiday this summer and it will go towards a few extra euros for the trip.”

There was also £200 up for grabs for the most detailed and interesting answer, and Emma’s reply caught the judges’ eye.

Emma – who was joined by daughter Scarlett for the prize presentation – was delighted with her windfall: “I couldn’t wait to put my ideas forward and I was so happy to learn my design was picked,” she said.

“I’m moving house soon so the money will definitely help with that – unless Scarlett gets to it first!”

Fenton and Fenton owner Craig Fenton said: “We ran the competition to give

people a chance to have their say in how our new brand should look. We’re a family business spanning four generations, and we’ve had our current design for around 25 years.

“We felt we needed to move with the times as we look to expand and create more job opportunities in the region - out with the old, in with the new.

“Emma’s answer was exactly what we were looking for. She described a modern, vibrant and eye-catching look and hit the nail on the head with her answer.

“Her colourful design will be with us for the next 20 years so we really appreciate all of her effort.”

Emma Reynolds is pictured with her daughter Scarlet, Fenton and Fenton owner Craig Fenton and Ken Wood.

Contest winner raises the roof


By Olivia Taylor

A KIRKLEES charity that open their hearts to refugees in dire straits fear a lack of funds will prevent them from delivering their much needed services.

From providing the needy with food, to teaching them English and even showing their clients local attractions, DASH (Destitute Asylum Seekers Huddersfield) are offering a life line for the regions less fortunate.

The team of volunteers are finding it harder to help refugees and asylum seekers overcome the barriers they face when fleeing their desperate and often war torn countries due to a lack of money.

Chair, Lucy Lucy said: “We always find a way, we can’t leave people stuck.

“If we don’t get any more money by the end of July then we’ll not have the ability to do what we do,

to the extent that we do.”Although the

organisation have many helpers and little cash, they’re always keen to set on new volunteers.

Whether it’s somebody who can drive or a person that can provide a homeless asylum seeker with a place to sleep for the night.

Lucy said: “We don’t have many volunteers in the Holme Valley, it’s probably because they

haven’t even heard of us. We’re always looking for people who can come and help.”

“Last year temperatures reached -14 and I don’t like the idea of people dying.

“We’ve got hosts so now if it’s cold people can stay with the hosts, we’ve really built such a great community here.”

Volunteers at DASH are urging locals to understand that refugees and asylum seekers aren’t coming to

Britain for a free ride but often to save their life.

Development officer for the charity, Abiey Legesse, said: “I was an asylum seeker and a refugee once, I know what the clients are going through. Some of our clients are qualified chefs, they have masters degrees and doctorates.”

The facility try to cover every avenue, with a section for children to come and play, with an abundance of donated toys and a volunteer assigned to helping the children.

Patricia Clough added: “Some days I just don’t know how many children will come, I love it, people have been so good to me, I really feel that I have gained so much.”

The facility is located at Ark Church, in Lockwood on Hanson Lane, if you feel like you can help the organisation get in touch with Lucy on 07730 021823.

Refugee charity fears lack of funds may hinder offering

AFTER a lifetime as a furniture restorer, Clive Heald turned to making sculptures out of wood after a spell in hospital at the age of 75.

When his wife, Jean, took the second sculpture he ever made to Penistone Show, and entered it for competition, she came home with first prize.

Clive went on to win first prize for the next seven years (plus others at Honley Show) and this month an exhibition of his work opens at Holy Trinity Church in Holmfirth, where Clive sings in the choir.

Entitled Works in Wood, Clive isn’t looking forward to being the centre of attention, but he admits, “people seem to like looking at them”.

Indeed, visitors to Clive and

Jean’s home, where he has been busy in his workshop over the last seven years, are always wondering what he’s been working on recently.

The sculptures on show have been made from many different types of wood, which Clive and Jean pick up on their walks in local woods, although he says, good quality wood has become much harder to find since wood burning stoves have become more popular.

But Clive is adaptable and happy to make use of whatever comes his way, including regular donations from friends.

Works in Wood is open to the public 11am to 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday each week from Saturday, June 11 until September 30. Admission is free.

Sculptor exhibits in Holmfirth Church

Clive Heald

THE Carding Shed at Hepworth is worth a visit for a unique trip down memory lane to a golden, bygone era.

While away a few hours on their retro, vintage themed experience, based in a magnificent former mill.

Sample the delights of The Oil Can Cafe for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or a glorious gateau.

Drink from china tea cups and enjoy home made food, made from locally sourced produce.

Browse around the classic car display, which echoes the nostalgic feel of the historic Goodwood Motoring Festival and fronts I.K. Classics, who continue to offer bespoke car restoration and race

preparation facilities as well as routine services and M.O.T. work on all cars, alongside long and short term storage for both classic and general vehicles alike.

For Car Club enthusiasts, why not enjoy driving on a network of unspoilt roads, which remain largely unchanged from the days when classic cars were built, and book a tour of the garage workshop.

Rummage around the Hepworth Emporium, automobilia bookshop and antique centre.

Enjoy the elegance and glamour of the High Society Vintage Clothing and Retro Shed shops – for Ladies and Gentlemen respectively.

Relax with the personal service in the tranquil environment, which leads you through dress styles of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Why not choose a quality item to wear at one of their nostalgic nights of music and entertainment?

So to share the feeling of stepping back in time, in the heart of ‘Last of the Summer Wine Country’ why not pay a visit to The Carding Shed, Butt Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth HD9 1AF 01484 680300.

Unique experience at the Carding Shed

1ST HOLME Valley Scouts are preparing a day packed with excitement and fun activities in honour of the Queen’s 90 birthday on June 18.

At Digley main car park (Quarry car park), the hard working scouts are going to hold a number of events including building an amazing land yacht that should travel 90 metres on wind power, at 12pm, hopefully selling 90 burgers/hot dog/bacon butties/teas and coffees but that is all down to you.

They are planning a trail for all of the public to enjoy, finding 90 clues in 90 minutes, 90 or more people having lots of fun together.

The event starts at 10.30am, with money raised going towards the purchase of a new minibus.

Scouts plan Queen’s birthday fundraiser

Saturday 18 June, Sunday 19 June National Gardens Scheme, Sunnymount Garden, Honley. Turn right at the roundabout when coming through Honley from the traffic lights. The garden entrance is 100 metres on left after the library – follow the signs. Please park in the village. Opening information: 10am to 6pm. Admission £3, children free. Cream teas. www.ngs.org.uk

By Olivia Taylor

LOCALS have come together at a coffee morning to show their appreciation to Meltham Wildlife Rescue, raising over £1000.

The rescue centre has become a lifeline for wildlife in the Valley, with the charity doing their best to nurse all animals back to health.

An Oldham man was inspired to support the charity in the Great Manchester Run, after spotting them on facebook.

Andrew Barnes said: “It was hard work, I was injured and after the first 1k I was struggling, I managed to complete the race and it was worth it. When I went to the coffee morning and saw all the hard work they put in, a couple of hours of pain is neither here nor there.”

Andrew recently presented Meltham Wildlife Rescue with the £600 he raised at their coffee morning.

Kathy Heany, who founded the centre said: “Meeting him and

thanking him in person definitely made Saturday the perfect day for all of us here.

“Andy’s money will go towards new electrics for the aviary and towards a fix for our drainage problem.”

Andy wasn’t the only one to offer his help, with local business Nicola’s Gatuex’s donating a cake for the raffle and Louisa Tweedale selling home made toffee apples.

Kathy added: “We are completely amazed by the support we had. A massive thank you to everyone who came, baked, helped and donated.

“It has been our most successful coffee morning to date. The sun kept shining and the atmosphere was great”

Meltham Wildlife Centre volunteers prides itself on not turning any animal away.

To help their cause visit http://www.melthamwildliferescue.co.uk/ where you can sponsor a hedgehog, an incubator or donate.

Coffee morning raises funds for Meltham Wildlife Rescue


THIS year Holmfirth Artweek celebrates its 50th year.

From small beginnings, as an opportunity for local art students to display their work, it has grown into one of the major events in the Holme Valley calendar.

The majority of exhibitors are local but, each year, visitors come from miles around to view and buy the wide range of art on display.

ExhibitionThe Exhibition in the Civic Hall is one of the biggest open exhibitions in the country featuring more than 2,000 artworks by over 400 professional and amateur artists.

As Artweek is a charity fundraising event all work exhibited is for sale. A commission of 20 per cent is paid by artists on all sales made in the Exhibition,

Market and Fringe. All proceeds go to

Macmillan Cancer Support and each year between £30,000 and £40,000 is raised for this important charity.

Admission to the exhibition is just £2 and your ticket can be used for repeat visits throughout the week (many people find the one visit is just not enough).

In addition to the main exhibition there is a market in the Civic Hall where items can be bought over the counter (exhibition purchases remain on display until the end of the week).

Featured artistEach year we usually have a ‘featured artist’ who is invited to fill the Upper Gallery of the Civic Hall (named the ‘Trevor Stubley Gallery’ after the renowned local artist who was art director of Artweek for

many years). This year, in celebration

of our 50th year, selected artists have been invited to submit one piece, measuring 50x50cm for a special display on the theme of ‘Gold’ or ‘Fifty’.

Exhibition opening times:Sunday, July 3 – 10am to 5pm.Monday, July 4 to Friday, July 8 – 10am to 9pm.Saturday, July 9 – 10am to 5pm.

Artweek FringeEvery year Holmfirth Artweek encourages businesses and individuals around Holmfirth to create exhibition space and open their doors to showcase the work of artists from across the region.

This year, we have 27 venues in our Fringe exhibition – featuring an

exciting and diverse array of work from photographers, painters, textile-makers, ceramicists, sculptors and more.

A free 32-page Fringe Guide is available now from the Fringe venues and Kirklees Libraries.

During Artweek itself it will also be available at the main exhibition in the Civic Hall.

Each Fringe venue has its own opening days and times during the week so please check the guide before your visit.

Fringe Venues 20161. Back Lane Art Space – “Secret Life of Vital Statistics”2. Booth House Gallery & Pottery – “Golden Oldies”3. Booth House Studios – “Yorkshire Colourists”4. The Carding Shed – “Dog Show”

5. Cooper Lane Gallery – “Abstract Art”6. Dionne Swift Studio – “Open Studio”7. Emma’s Tea Parlour – “Sally Darley”8. Empty Space “Commonsense”9. Fair Trader – “Fired and Wired”10. Foxtail Gallery – “Introducing”11. The Garden Room – “Art in the Garden”12. Gonzo Bar – “Adventures in Crochet”13. Harrisons Interiors – “Harrisons Treasures”14. Holmfirth Fabric Millshop – “The Surreal Word of Neil Wittman”15. Holmfirth Methodist Church 1 – “In this Moment”16. Holmfirth Methodist Church 2 – “Hens Teeth”17. Upstairs at the Methodist Church – “North Light Potters”18. Jiana Jewellery - “V and S

Ceramics”19. Lost & Found – “Artweek @ Lost & Found”20. Natalia Dolgova Artist’s Studio – “Holmfirth as it is!”21. Pennine Wealth Management – Pennine Perspectives”22. Rosalind Annis Studio – “20/50”23. Sculpture Lounge Studios – “Suspension”24. Sid’s Café – “Young Designers of Kirkburton”25. Thongsbridge Tennis Club – “ Holme Valley Schools Art Exhibition”26. Up Country – “Inside Out and Outside In”27. Your Nuts Wholefoods – “Lisa Dalton Photography”

For further information visit the Artweek website: www.holmfirthartweek.org.uk

Artweek is run entirely by volunteers – if you would like to help please get in touch.

Holmfirth Artweek to celebrate 50th anniversary


Support your local shops, businesses and services IF you love the area where you live, then make sure you support your local shops, businesses and services to ensure your community is a thriving one.

Small independent businesses are the lifeblood of any local community and can provide more or less everything you need for both day to day living, and for those special occasions in life.

Whether you’re thinking about splashing out on a new kitchen, or simply want to treat yourself to a new outfit, take a look at your local area and you may be surprised at the range of facilities and services right on your doorstep.

Rather than travel miles to other towns and cities, try and stay close to home and help to support a vibrant local economy.

Some towns across the UK have already declared themselves `Totally Locally’ areas to encourage their residents to stay put and shop local. As the organisers behind this scheme spread the word to other towns, you can do your bit to help local shops and businesses thrive and make the whole area more prosperous.

As well as supporting the local economy, you’ll find you are also making more ethical choices by buying food and goods which have just travelled a short distance, rather

than hundreds of miles from the fields to your plate.

Many local shops offer specialist quirky and unusual items not found anywhere else.

In recent years there has been a big increase in outlets like cafes and craft shops offering local clubs and groups, eager to get people involved in traditional crafts and community events.

Speciality markets too have encouraged us all to stay local and sample produce from the immediate area.

Let’s take a look at some prime examples of thriving local businesses and services in our immediate area:THE SHOE BOXOne of Skelmanthorpe’s best known shops, The Shoe Box, is ready for summer with great ranges of sandals and special occasion footwear now available.

The family business is now run by Shantelle Oxley, who took over the shop from her mother Glenna Schofield who ran The Shoe Box for around 30 years.

Popular footwear labels include Flex, Lotus, Riva and Adesso. Always popular are special occasion shoes with matching handbags, ideal for a summer wedding or other celebration.

A popular colour for a summer wedding is navy and white with pewter also a firm favourite.

Later in the year The Shoe Box will be taking delivery of boots and shoes ready for Autumn and Winter.

TNI VAPOURFans of vaping need to check out the new specialist store now open in Holmfirth’s Riverside Shopping Centre.

With great advice available along with an extensive range of products, the new TNI Vapour store has everything for the beginner or experienced vaper. One of the store’s best sellers is the Aspire beginner’s kit, guaranteed to contain some of the best vaping products available.

TNI (Tobacco Not Included) go to great lengths to find the highest quality e liquid and vaping equipment.

Thousands of products have been sampled to ensure only the very best make it into the TNI Vapour store.

Next time you’re in Holmfirth, check out the beginner’s and advanced kits along with the full range of e liquids from the industry’s top name brands.

LOLLIPOP TREEThe Lollipop Tree in Almondbury is an independent sweet shop that Willy Wonka would be proud to call his own. Established in 2010 by a couple of self confessed chocoholics with a passion for design and a love of making things, the shop now stocks hundreds of traditional sweets and gorgeous hand-made chocolates which can be purchased individually or beautifully packaged for every occasion.

Owner Donna Farrand said: “Like most small businesses our emphasis is on taking time to make our customers feel valued and offering top quality produce that you simply won’t find in a supermarket or large store. Whether you just want to treat yourself to a favourite sweet or want to choose something more lavish to gift, we’ll be delighted to help you.

Our aim is to make a trip to the lollipop tree something special and to make your purchase truly individual.’’

Situated not far from Huddersfield town centre in the historic village of Almondbury The Lollipop Tree is a wonderfully nostalgic sweet shop and ironically in an age when we’re being urged to eat less sugar it’s not a bad place to visit.

Instead of buying a large supermarket multi-pack, you can pop into the Lollipop Tree and treat yourself to just two ounces of sweets..a childhood tradition, just like it used to be.

Details of how to get there can be found on the website www.lollipoptreesweets.co.uk


FLOUCH BALTI HOUSENext time you fancy dining out in the local area, why not try The Flouch Balti House at Hazlehead, up above Holmfirth.

Established in 2005, the restaurant offers an extensive menu and is open seven days a week from 5.30pm to 11.30pm.

The restaurant owners are delighted to announce the lease on the building has been extended for a further year, so both loyal and new customers will be pleased to know they can still enjoy their favourite meal.

Takeaway is available as well and there is plenty of customer parking.

The owners say they named the restaurant Flouch Balti House because the former Flouch Inn was such a landmark in the local area.

DAVID GAWTHORPE BUTCHERSIf you like to buy your meat and poultry from a traditional butchers, then you need to visit David Gawthorpe Butchers in Denby Dale.

Run for the past 18 years by husband and wife team David and Joanne Gawthorpe, the shop has everything you need for tasty meals including a range of beef, pork and lamb, poultry products, barbecue meats, cooked meats, steaks and freshly made pork, steak, and meat and potato pies.

Joanne said: “We rear our own cattle close by at Upper Cumberworth.

“At the moment we have a great selection of steaks on sale along with a full range of flavoured burgers and sausages, ideal for when the sun shines and everyone gets their barbecues out.’’

The shop is open six days a week including Saturdays until 1pm and welcomes new and established customers.

MULTICRAFT CABINA treasure trove of crafts can be found at the Multicraft Cabin, situated over four floors right in the heart of Holmfirth.

Run by mother and son Gillian and Mike Whaley, there are arts and crafts for everyone, whatever your particular interest. Craft workers and local artists can also rent space to display their work. Between them they offer an array of skills and provide lots of great gift ideas.

If you’re looking for knitting wool, a range of haberdashery, fabrics and/or remnants, then remember the Multicraft Cabin always has lots of choice to enable you to make that perfect outfit or improve your home.

Various classes and demonstrations are held at the Cabin. Take a look at the Facebook page for more details. Regular meetings take place at the Cabin for the Holmfirth Paranormal organisation and Tarot readings can be arranged by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

BLACKER HALL FARM SHOPFresh, local and seasonal food

At Blacker Hall Farm Shop, we are committed to delivering fresh, local and seasonal produce to our customers.

We believe that supporting local farmers and producers not only guarantees great tasting food for our customers but also supports the local economy.

When in season, fruit and vegetables are picked from the field and made available to our customers to buy on the same day. It doesn’t get fresher, or taste better!

At the heart of The Farm Shop is the Butchery counter, selling traditional meat cuts as well as expertly

made produce including over 20 flavours of award-winning sausages.

Meat is either reared on the family’s own farm just a stone’s throw away, or on other great local farms using the same rearing techniques.

Whether you’re cooking from scratch with fresh ingredients, or looking for quick meal options, all of the produce at Blacker Hall Farm is sourced locally or homemade on site. The on-site Bakery uses flour milled in Yorkshire, free-range eggs from Selby and milk and cream from Longley Farm, Holmfirth.

Make sure you call in to celebrate and support great Yorkshire food!

TOSS O’COIN If you’re out and about in the Holme Valley this summer, why not call at the Toss O’Coin, high on the hillside above New Mill, and enjoy a meal out at this popular traditional country pub?

With a great choice of food and drinks, it’s ideal for a quick lunch or a special evening out. Various menus mean there is plenty of choice for everyone, whether you want light bites, pub classics, á la carte, vegetarian or something from the specials board.

Bookings are now being taken for Father’s Day on Sunday June 19 when all menus will be available along with a traditional Sunday carvery.

If it’s a nice sunny day, enjoy your food and drinks in the beer garden. Beer enthusiasts will love the range of hand pulled and guest ales always available.

With a new Spring/Summer menu and a two-courses for £10 offer during weekday lunchtimes and early evening, there is something on offer to tempt almost anyone.


HOUSE OF OAKLooking to update your home? Then enjoy a visit to House of Oak, Wakefield Road, Scissett. Specialising in hand crafted wooden

furniture, the business has pieces for the living room, bedroom, kitchen, dining room and home office.

Being a long established family business House of Oak appreciates the value of family life and strives to help customers choose furniture to help create a homely family environment.

Take a look at the new elegant range of Deluxe Oak Furniture with high quality features and soft oak finish to enhance the natural grain.

Each piece is designed to stand out and complement your home.

So whatever you need for your home, take a look at the ranges now available at House of Oak.

PURPLE APRICOTNext time you’re in Holmfirth, why not call in at Purple Apricot, situated in Huddersfield

rebalancing the body. Lorna, who works from her home in

Honley but is also mobile, has enjoyed tremendous success with clients suffering from backache, neck and shoulder problems, knee and feet discomfort, as well as asthma, hay fever, stress and tiredness.

She said: “The Bowen Technique, which was developed in the 1950s, is a complementary therapy which involves gentle rolling movements across the skin.

“It was developed as a natural way to encourage the body to re-heal and rebalance by stimulating the muscles and soft tissue.’’

Lorna has also used her gentle therapy on dogs as well as humans.

She said: “The unique Canine Bowen therapy uses the same principles as those used on humans to successfully treat canine health problems.

“Although gentle, it is very effective.’’

Road, and find yourself a great outfit and accessories.

Opened in the Autumn, the women’s clothes shop has already attracted a great deal of interest from local shoppers and although the shop is only small, it’s big on style and charm.

At Purple Apricot you can find great Spring and Summer designs from Alice Collins and Lily & Me. Whether you’re looking for a top, trousers or a dress, then you’ll find a great choice right in the centre of Holmfirth.

Purple Apricot also stocks a range of accessories, including Alexis handbags which are exclusive to the Holme Valley outlet and which have 20 per cent off during June.

BOWEN TECHNIQUEIf you’re feeling under the weather, why not make an appointment to see Lorna MacLean who is a skilled therapist in the Bowen Technique, a gentle holistic method of

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S W INTERIOR DESIGNSIf you’re looking to update your kitchen any time soon, then take a look at S W Interior Designs, run by a father and son team in Brockholes.

Since opening four years ago, the business has quickly established itself as a highly regarded supplier of high quality, top value kitchens, made in-house to your unique specifications.

More recently S W Interiors has become an elite stockist of Silestone worktops, guaranteed to add that special finishing touch to your new kitchen.

The Brockholes showroom

has also undergone a revamp and now houses four full size kitchen displays.

Whether you like a contemporary look, or something more traditional, there are designs to suit all tastes and styles of house.

At the moment there is a great offer available at S W Interiors.

When you buy a kitchen over £6,000, you will receive a free Gaggia coffee maker to help give your new kitchen a real wow factor.

SHADES OF CHINAOne of Holmfirth’s best loved businesses is Shades of China gift ware shop

on Hollowgate which sells pottery from traditional names as well as more contemporary designers.

Always popular are designs from Emma Bridgewater, Sophie Allport, Cath Kidston, Churchill China and Portmeirion.

One of the current best sellers is the Wrendale range from Portmeirion and also popular are retro pieces from Robert Opie and WoodWick candles.

Just arrived are the new Queen’s 90th birthday mugs from Emma Bridgewater, which are sure to be a best seller.

HATS BY ELIZABETH GALESIf you have a special event to attend this summer, such as a wedding or a day at the races, then you might need to find a hat to add the finishing touch to your outfit.

Hats by Elizabeth Gales is a local specialist milliner, situated in North Road, Kirkburton.

With over 1,000 hats and fascinators always in stock, there is an extensive choice of designs and colours to suit all occasions.

The family business, now in the third generation, was formerly Gales Milliners (established 1957) in

Dewsbury. Hats can be bought off the

peg or as a unique bespoke design and can certainly help you make a statement, whatever the occasion.

The shop has been located in Kirkburton for six years and is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm.

R & N HAIR SPAFor everyday hair care and for those special occasions, put your crowing glory in the care of R & N Hair Spa in Commercial Road, Skelmanthorpe.

Run by Ruth Atkinson, who is also a make-up artist, the salon opened last

summer and has quickly become an integral part of Skelmanthorpe village. Ruth offers haircare for all the family – for ladies, men and children. As well as being a highly regarded hair stylist, Ruth is also a qualified barber.

As a make-up artist, she is demand for special occasions such as weddings, celebrations and local prom evenings.

The salon also offers a tanning facility.

So if you want a great look for any day of the year, or for a special event, contact Ruth and put your hair care, in her hands.

What’s On GuidePart of your community

Saturday June 11 –

Sunday 12, Kirklees Light Railway: Children’s

Stories & Steam

Weekend with special guest The Gruffalo, activities at Clayton West and Shelley stations, hourly trains 10am-3pm. More information 01484 865727, kirkleeslightrailway.comSaturday June 11 –

Sunday 12, Hepworth

Celebrates The Queen’s

90th Birthday: Sat, 3pm,The Big Birthday Bake Off at The Butchers Arms; Sun, 1pm, Hepworth Band playing at The Butchers Arms, 1pm-5pm, Royal Birthday Garden Party in the grounds of Hepworth Church. Look out for the specially designed bunting and portraits of the Queen, all created by Hepworth residents.Saturday June 11, Honley

Agricultural Show: great day out for the family at The Showground, Moor Lane, Farnley Tyas (HD4 6UW), free bus service from Honley village. Latest information at honleyshow.co.uk Saturday June 11, Honley

Male Voice Choir: 80th anniversary celebration tea party hosted by the Ladies Circle at Honley Village Hall, 2pm-4pm, afternoon teas, cakes, raffle. Free admission.Saturday June 11, Holmbridge Parish Hall: Shake, Rattle and Roll

– evening of ‘50s dance, music and song with Vocal Expressions and The Pennies Band, bar and raffle, vintage dress optional, 7pm. Tickets £12 including supper, from Janet Hill 07734 238 111.Sunday June 12, National Trust, Marsden: Home

grown plants sale, proceeds to support conservation work on the moors, monthly event during the summer, next to the Trust exhibition room, near Marsden railway station (HD7 6DH), 1pm-4pm. Phone 01484 847016, email [email protected] June 12, Honley

Civic Society & Trinity

Church Sunday stroll: meet at the church for a circular walk to Deanhouse, led by Linda, 2.15pm start, latest in the monthly series.Sunday June 12 –

Thursday 16, Guided

walks back in time: Sun 12, 2.30-4.30pm, Women’s Suffrage, in the footsteps of Huddersfield’s suffragettes; Thurs 16, 7pm-9pm, Huddersfield’s Transport Heritage – rail, road and canal. Each event £3, no booking needed. Meet at the Harold Wilson statue, in front of Huddersfield Railway Station, St George’s Square. Contact David Griffiths [email protected] June 17 – Sunday

19, Harden Moss

Sheepdog Trials: dogs and their handlers from across the UK will be competing throughout the weekend at the showground, A635 Greenfield Road, above Holmfirth. Many other attractions for visitors on the Saturday and Sunday.Friday June 17 –

Sunday 26, Holmfirth

Arts Festival: Circus-themed, various venues, including theatre, spoken word, comedy, music and community events, including poet and broadcaster Ian McMillan and musician Luke Carver Goss performing a song cycle about Holmfirth’s legendary tame tiger Fenella. For further details go to holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk Friday June 17 –

Saturday 18, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Holmfirth

Arts Festival events, Fri 17, Family Atlantica, massive blast of Afro-Latin grooves (doors 7.30pm, 8pm start); Sat 18, Mark Steel – Who Do I Think I Am?, well-crafted stand-up comedy from the BBC 1 Have I Got News For You and Radio 4 Newsquiz regular (doors 7pm, show 7.30-9.30pm), also Sat 18, Manjula – Leeds-based band combining rhythms and melodies from other cultures, creating a stunning mix of sounds from around the globe (doors 9.30pm, show 10pm-11pm). Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.netSaturday June 18, National Trust, Marsden: Early Morning Madness, climb the hills and try to catch the sunset on a nine-mile walk, followed by a well earned breakfast (£7), 3am-8am. More information 01484 847016, email [email protected] June 18 –

Sunday 19, Sunny Mount

Garden Open Days: top end of West Hill, off Thirstin Road, Honley (HD9 6JG), hosted by Barry and Jenny Kellington, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief, 10am-6pm. The garden includes a range of planting with a sheltered courtyard, summerhouse, kitchen garden, fruit garden and pond. Also: display of art and crafts and cream teas.Saturday June 18, Berry Brow Carnival: family friendly fun afternoon with traditional activities, games, stalls, rides, demonstrations, refreshments and music, all reasonably priced or free. Everyone welcome, from 1pm. Contact Carol Waters 01484 349197 or 07740 425 093, [email protected] June 18, Holmfirth Arts Festival: Community Parade assembling at The Elephant and Castle, end of Hollowgate, 2pm, making

its way through the town centre to Sands Recreation Ground. Contact Gail Price 07415 255 516, [email protected] June 18, Hope Bank Works, New Mill Road, Honley: evening

of blues, folk and

bluegrass with young Irish troubadour Hubert Murray. Huddersfield based singer, songwriter and roots music promoter Maria Wallace will play a short opening set accompanied by some great local bluegrass pickers, 7.30pm for 8pm. Admission £7.50 on the door, advance tickets £6 from Hope Bank or wegottickets.com More info at www.truenorthpromotions.co.ukSaturday June 18, Penistone Paramount: The Rat Pack Vegas

Spectacular Show – songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, 7.30pm. VIP tables for four available: call the box office 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Sunday June 19 and July

3, Holmfirth Farmers’

Market: quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more, in the Market Hall, 9am-2pm. Information line 01484 223730.Sunday June 19, Dunford Parish Community Association: Car Boot

Sale, monthly fundraiser until October, at the community centre, on the A616 near Crow Edge (HD9 7TP), from 10am. Sellers £5, free admission for customers but a donation would be much appreciated on entry, before parking. Refreshments available including bacon sandwiches. Contact booking co-ordinator Barbara Cockburn 01226 762533.Monday June 20 – Sunday

26, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Mon 20, 7.45pm, A Machine

They’re Secretly

Building, blowing the whistle on the insidious world of surveillance,

Yorkshire Festival event in the Sygenta Cellar; Weds 22 - Fri 24, 7.30pm, Opera For The Unknown Woman, bold re-imagining of the operatic form, weaving together theatre, contemporary classical music, electronics and film; Sat 25, 6.30pm – Sun 26, 12.30pm and 6pm, Step In Time – Emma Coombs Dance Academy 10th anniversary show. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.orgTuesday June 21 –

Sunday 26, National Trust, Marsden: Tues 21, 8pm-10.30pm, Summer

Solstice, watch the sunset on the longest day while enjoying a scenic four-mile stroll along Millstone Edge with fantastic views of Cheshire and Derbyshire; Sun 26, 10am-4pm, Tweeting On The Moor, join a local expert on the lookout for the area’s most important moorland birds. Phone 01484 847016, email [email protected] June 23 –

Friday 24, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Thurs 23, Holmfirth Arts

Festival event – Chicken

Shop Shakespeare, alternative take on the bard to celebrate his 400th anniversary (doors 7.30pm, starts 8pm); Fri 24, Merrill Osmond Rock Show, singer with the mega-successful family group now in his 55th year in showbusiness, plus support The Black Bear Band (doors 7,30pm, support 8pm, main act 8.45pm). Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.netFriday June 24, Upperthong Village Hall: The Big Thong

Ender with top live band OKTC performing hits by Bruno Mars, Blondie, Stereophonics, Madness and many more. Happy hour from 7pm, show starts 8pm. Tickets £10. Phone 07702 305 740.Saturday June 25 –

Sunday 26, Holmfirth Arts Festival: Circus

skills, acrobatics and

dance in Victoria Park, Cooper Lane, professional performers with free workshops for children, 12-5pm. Contact Gail Price 07415 255 516, [email protected] June 25, Honley Summerfest: live entertainment, food, drink, games, activities and fun for all the family at Honley Junior School, from 2pm. Phone 07906 832 351,email [email protected] June 26, Holme

Valley Explorer Bike

Ride: 12 miles, steady paced ride, great for cyclists wanting to stretch their legs on a few hills, led by a qualified ride leader. Starting point: Neiley Sports Pavilion, New Mill Road, Honley, 10am. Free event, bring your own bike. Contact Lynnette Evans 01484 221000, [email protected] June 26, Hade Edge FC: Charity Car

Boot Sale, up to 70 pitches, hot food and drinks, toilet facilities available. Stall holders to arrive between 10.30am and 11am, gates open to buyers from 11am. Ample parking just outside the ground. Regular event, last Sunday of the month until August. Enquiries to Audrey Dalton 01484 684924.Sunday June 26 – Friday

July 2, Hepworth Village Hall: Sun 26, 7.30pm Eve

of Feast Music Night, eclectic mix of local musicians perform for free, hat collection; Mon 27, Hepworth Feast, all day traditional village event; Fri 2, 7.30pm, Silent Film Night.Thursday June 30, Revolting Huddersfield

– The Age of Discontent: guided walk led by historian Cyril Pearce, exploring buildings and places associated with the campaign for factory reform, the Luddites, Chartism and the emergence of socialist and co-operative movements, 7pm-9pm. Meet at the Harold Wilson statue, St

George’s Square, £3, no booking needed. Contact David Griffiths [email protected] July 2 – Sunday

3, Meltham Memories

1940s Wartime Weekend: including Sat, 12.30pm, grand military parade with Meltham & Meltham Mills Brass Band and Oldham Scottish Pipe Band, entertainment during the day from ‘George Formby’ and Marina Mae, jump, jive and swing dancing with Backstep Boogie Club; Spitfire fly-past; 8pm, Grand Victory Ball with Greater Manchester Police Big Band, tickets from The Flower Box or The Waggon and Horses, Meltham. Lots more fun to follow on the Sunday. Full details online: melthammemories.co.uk Saturday July 2 – Sunday

3, Le Cote-de-Holme

Moss Sportive Weekend, family event organised by Holmfirth Cycling Club in association with The Bridge, Holmbridge, on the anniversary weekend of the Tour de France passing by two years ago.Sunday July 3 – Saturday

9, Holmfirth Art Week:

main exhibition in the

Civic Hall, featuring work by hundreds of professional and amateur artists, open 10am-5pm Sun and Sat, 10am-9pm Mon-Fri, plus many fringe displays in galleries and other venues. For more information phone 01484 689464. Full details at holmfirthartweek.org.ukSunday July 3, Holmfirth

Duck Race and Festival

at Sands: come and join in the fun, admission free. The Duck Race starts from Victoria Bridge approx 2pm on the Sunday. Charity event organised by Pendragon Round Table - to find out more email [email protected] Sunday July 3, Thurstonland &

Stocksmoor Gala: brass band, tug of war, variety of stalls and fun for all, £1 adults, free for children, at Thurstonland Cricket Club, Marsh Hall Lane (HD4 6XD), 2pm-4.30pm. Procession leaves The Rose and Crown, Thurstonland, 2pm.Saturday July 9, Hade

Edge Gala: country style entertainment, this year’s theme ‘At The Movies,’ classic cars, motorcycles and tractors, hog roast, evening party in the park with four live bands.Friday July 15 –

Saturday 16, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 15, The

Real Thing, celebrating 40 years since their first and biggest hit, You To Me Are Everything; Sat 16, Special Kinda Madness – a Specials tribute band and a Madness tribute band all on one stage. Doors 7.30pm. Tickets from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net

Special Kinda Madness, live at Holmfirth Picturedrome, July 16.

with Michael Wallbank



...The Old Byre, Hepworth

FULL of historical features and dating back to 1683, The Old Byre at Hepworth offers the best of both worlds.

Although it is situated in a rural setting at Barnside, the property is just a few minutes’ walk from Hepworth village and all its amenities.

Neil and Caroline Davis have lived at The Old Byre for 17 years and are now

looking for a property with land for equestrian facilities.

Caroline said: “If we could, I would love to just pick this house up and move it. We just need land for our daughter’s horses but ideally want to stay in the Holme Valley.’’

The Old Byre is part of a Grade 11 listed barn which was converted into five properties in 1989. Original

features were restored, ensuring the property is very quirky with beams, exposed stone and various levels.

The Davis family moved to The Old Byre at the end of 1999 and have thoroughly enjoyed living on the outskirts of Hepworth.

Caroline: “From here it’s just a short walk to Hepworth school and local cafes, pubs and restaurants.

Hepworth village has a real community feel with lots of events, groups and activities. It’s an ideal location for a young family who want to be part of a traditional village environment.’’

Inside the property has an entrance hall, dining kitchen, large lounge with dining area, a snug, downstairs w.c./cloakroom, three bedrooms including the

master with en-suite and a family bathroom.

Particularly impressive is the large lounge which has heavy beams, doors into the garden and a feature fireplace.

Outside, The Old Byre has a terraced garden overlooking fields to the rear, and at the front, an enclosed garden with lawn and a patio seating area with

views towards Cheesegate Nab. It has ample parking for three cars.

This is a great home for a growing family who want to be on the edge of a thriving village but still in the heart of the countryside.

The property is being marketed by Wm Sykes & Son. Tel: 01484 683543. Price: offers in region of

£375,000.

Richard joins Ramsdens corporate teamRAMSDENS Solicitors LLP continues to develop and expand its practice in Yorkshire with its latest appointment.

Richard Dean joins as a partner in the corporate department.

He started his career at Ramsdens in 1998 and re-joins after spending the majority of his career with two Leeds commercial law firms, latterly as an equity partner.

Richard brings with him more than 15 years’

experience and specialises in corporate and commercial law.

He said: “I am really pleased to be re-joining Ramsdens and look forward to working with the firm’s corporate team.

“Ramsdens is such a highly respected award winning law firm with a solid commercial practice and is the ideal place to develop what I hope will be one of the strongest corporate departments within the region.”

Paul Joyce, managing

partner at Ramsdens, added: “We are delighted to welcome Richard back to Ramsdens to join to our robust corporate team.

“Richard’s arrival, which follows the recent merger with Baxter Caulfield, reflects our ongoing ambition to expand our capabilities across the region and his appointment will help further cement our growing commercial practice.”

For more details visit www.ramsdens.co.uk

Totties’ gardening tips THERE’S plenty to be

doing and enjoying in

the garden this month

and with the longest day

on June 21 we also have

more time to get the jobs

done.

Temperatures should

be rising and so regular

watering, especially of

pots and baskets is a

must.

It’s also worth putting

up some greenhouse shade

to prevent scorch.

There’s lots of pruning

and deadheading to be

done this month which

means bushier growth and

second flowering.

Pinching out

withered flowers from

rhododendrons diverts

energy from seeding into

producing more flower

bulbs.

You can also lift and

divide overcrowded bulbs,

bluebells and snowdrops

but wait until the leaves

have turned yellow.

June is also the time to

clip buxus hedging and

topiary.

You can harvest some of

those fruit and vegetables

you have lovingly taken

care of for the last few

months.

Pick as many

strawberries as you can

because the more you

harvest the more will

grow.

Lettuce, other salads,

radish and early potatoes

are also ready.

Finally don’t be alarmed

if some of your apple

trees lose their apples,

this is known as June

drop.

Totties plant of the month chosen by garden centre manage Lisa Halifax...Clematis. From bold blooms the size of tea plates to delicate nodding bells adorning a garden arch, clematis are versatile and colourful climbers that no garden should be without. Credit: Adam Pasco Media.

CONTRACTOR Nigel Hardy has been at Coddy’s Farm this month spreading 100 tonnes of lime.

Many of our fields are small and steep and are accessed through narrow gateways; finding a contractor with modern machinery small enough to fit through our gateways and who is willing to drive across the steep fields can be challenging.

Nigel took on the challenge and he spread lime on fields where others have refused.

Lime is added to acidic soil to bring the pH up to around 7, optimum for grass growth.

Our soil is naturally acidic and adding any form of fertilizer whether it be farmyard manure, sludge, seaweed or artificial fertilizer will affect the pH.

Soil is one of the most important assets a farmer

owns, understanding the soil composition and looking after it is important.

Organic matter, Nitrogen, Potassium, potash and salt levels all affect crop yield and palatability.

We shall need to spread a further 100 tonnes of lime next year to maintain optimum pH levels.

The growing problem of antibiotic resistance is headlining in the media at the moment.

Abusing the use of antibiotics in agriculture is not a long term solution and the majority of farmers understand this.

Using antibiotics has an economic cost to the farm and many farms, our own

included, only use antibiotics as a last resort.

Good hygiene and vaccines are used as preventative measures, antibiotics are only given to sick animals to cure bacterial infections.

At Coddy’s Farm we house 250 pigs on an intensive system. Many assume antibiotics are routinely fed to animals housed in intensive systems.

The pig feed we use provides a healthy balanced diet, containing wheat, barley and bakery by-products for energy, soya and rape meal for protein, bran for fibre and vegetable oil for fat.

Calcium carbonate and mono calcium phosphate are added for healthy bone growth along with enzymes to aid digestion and vitamins, minerals and salts – probably a more healthy diet than we eat!

Nigel takes on challenge


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Uppergate, Hepworth Offers in the region of

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The Crescent, New Mill Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £220,000

Rare opportunityNewly built semi detachedConstructed in natural stone3 bedrooms

Quality modern fittingsParking area and enclosed gardenConvenient village locationViewing essential

Woodchurch View, Thongsbridge Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £105,000

First Floor ApartmentViews to FrontExtensively Modernised in 2016Quality Fittings Throughout

GardenParking Vacant PossessionEnergy Rating 77 (Band C)

Magdale, Honley Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £278,000

Delightful positionMagdale valley3 bedroomsEnclosed garden areas

Parking areaGreat charmViewing recommendedEnergy Rating 40 (Band E)

Low Fold, The Village Offers in the region of

Thurlstonland £229,950

Double Fronted CottageGrade II ListedBeams To Ceilings2 Double Bedrooms

Quality Kitchen FittingsDetached GarageParkingEnergy Rating 47 (Band E)

Jessop Fold, Honley Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £209,950

Detached character propertyOpen plan living space2 bedroomsCharacter features

Central village locationCourtyard settingOff road parking and garageEnergy rating 50 (Band E)

Huddersfield Road Offers in the region of

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Large Apartment4 BedroomsSelf ContainedPleasant Position

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Towngate, Hepworth Offers in the region of

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Parking Delightful village locationGas CH and DGEnergy 69 (Band C)

Hightown Lane Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £150,000

Inner terrace3 bedroomsRecently refurbishedNew GCH and UPVC windows

New kitchen and bathroom fittingsviews to frontClose to Holmfirth CentreEnergy rating 46 (Band E)

Greenway, Honley Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £299,950

Attractive detached house4 double bedroomsPopular areaLarge garden

Double garageGas central heating & UPVC DGSome updating requiredEnergy rating 69 (Band C)

Bryndlee Court Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £132,500

Ground Floor Apartment2 Double BedroomsEn-Suite To MasterLarge Lounge

Modern FittingsPatio Area To RearAllocated Parking SpaceEnergy Rating 71 (Band C)

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Large loungeDining kitchenCottage gardenCar port parking area


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Holmfirth £640,000

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New Mill Road Offers in the region of

Holmfirth £399,950

High quality period propertyExtended to the side2 reception rooms4 bedrooms

Many original features Parking to the frontEnclosed garden to the rearEnergy rating 54 (Band E)

Luke Lane, Thongsbridge Offers In The Region Of

Holmfirth £685,000

Detached farmhouse & barn conversionTucked away locationApprox. 1/3 acre plotDelightful gardens, orchard and parking area

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Royd Road, Meltham Offers in the region of

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Holmfirth £625,000

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We asked Craig Fenton of Fenton and Fenton roofing advice on how to prevent roof leaks.

Fenton and Fenton and The National Roofing Contractors Association recommends that you should do a roof inspection at least twice a year, checking the inside and outside for visible signs of disrepair. These include: checking the roof framing structure for any signs of sagging or uneven areas. Inspecting the gutter systems to make sure they are free of debris so that water can flow quickly off the roof, checking that they are firmly fixed to the facia and that all downpipes are secure and drains are not blocked. Check that all valleys are unobstructed and are securely fitted. All lead flashing should be inspected to ensure that it is providing a watertight barrier around chimneys, skylights, roof vents and pipes. Also, visibly inspect for any loose or broken slates or tiles, additionally looking for loose or missing mortar around ridge tiles and verges.

If you are unsure then contact the experts at Fenton and Fenton who will give you a free impartial inspection of your roof, with a no obligation report of what is required if there are any signs of damage.

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