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CONTENTSBritannia Pine and Furniture 4Family Craft Fair in aid of Prostate Cancer 6Penkridge Victorian Fair 8Penkridge Parish Administrator Retires 10Crossword Puzzle 12The Bell at Stretton 14Penkridge Flower Club demonstration with Julie Brookes 17The Story of Diwali 18Exhibition of Art by the Rosemary Hale Painting Group 20A Week of Fun and Frights on the Farm! 22Lichfield Cathedral School Open Events 24South Staffordshire Swim Academy 25Wolgarston High School celebrates success 26Kids Puzzle 8Lollipop Theatre Arts Open Auditions 29M.A.G Group Home Services 31Stone House Hotel 32Recipe of the month 34Beer of the month 36Military Wives Choir Stafford 39What’s On 40-41Finance: Three Easy Ways to Save Money This Winter 42DSN Accountants: Your Local Accountancy Firm 43Age UK: Are you looking forward to Autumn? 45Halloween Spot the Difference 46Tea and Coffee: The Good and The Bad 50The Story of Tudor Childbirth at Penkridge Library 52Art and Craft Fair 521-2-1 IT Sessions at Penkridge Library 54Ralvern Upholstery 56Home and Interiors: On the Wall 59Useful numbers 60Index of Advertisers 62

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hello Readers,

Welcome to the October edition ofthe Penkridge advertiser.

Don’t miss fun and frights at LowerDrayton Farm this halloween! theirannual ‘spooktacular’ will be takingplace on 25th October, see page 22for more details.

For more information on What’s Onthis month see pages 40 and 41!

Many will now be planning ahead forthe festive period. there are lots ofgreat local eateries included in thismonths edition offering ChristmasFayre menus, perfect for those workor general Christmas parties... Be sureto book in early!

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Here at Britannia Pine we are afamily run business who havebeen established and trading forover 12 years. We are qualitymanufacturers and wholesalers ofsolid wood furniture in pine, oakand painted furniture.

We aim to cater for all priceranges from low cost furniture toour more expensive ranges.

Bespoke Furniture is our wealth ofknowledge & passion forcreativity to ensure our craftsmendeliver furniture beyondexpectations with every bespokepiece of furniture made, designedby you!

We can provide solid oak furnitureto suit any room in your home beit classic, contemporary, tradition-al or painted in many differentcolours and finishes.Come and visit our huge two storyshowroomwhere you will discover

the widest range of quality woodfurniture. Our collection includesdining room furniture, bedroomfurniture, living room furniture,kitchen and occasional furniture.Our furniture collection is made tothe highest industry standardsusing 100% solid oak.

We also stock a full range of handcarved accessoriesincluding vases, candle sticks,mirrors, ornaments to complimentthe furniture.

Our goal is to provide customerswith quality products at low pricesalong with personalised customerservice.

When you visit us, as well as awarm welcome, you will find ourstaff to be helpful andknowledgeable and we are surethat you will like the competitiveprices that they are able to offeryou.

All of the items you purchase arehand delivered to ensure that theproduct delivered to your door isof the same exceptional quality asthe product you selected from ourtraditional showroom.

If you do prefer to order youquality furniture online please visitour website where you can buydirectly from uswww.britanniapine.com

We are waiting to welcome you toBritannia Pine!

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Tel: 01543 379888 Email: [email protected] Website: www.britanniapine.com

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm, Sundays & Bank Holidays 10am-4pm

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Quality Oak, Pine, Reclaimedand Painted Furniture

Shop online: www.britanniapine.comUnit 9b, A5Watling Street Business Park, Cannock,WS11 9XGSituated on the A5 just before Brownhills heading from Cannock

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On Saturday 1st November, from 11am to 3pm,there will be a Family Craft Fair at WheatonAston Village Hall, supporting Prostate CancerUK.

There will be a variety craft stalls and vintagevocalist Sarah Raymond will be performing aneclectic catalogue of songs from a time gone by.Kittycraft from Newport will be offering variouscraft activities, there will be also be face paintingand hair braiding.

A raffle will be held on the day with first prizebeing a table for four in Horizons Restaurant, atWolverhampton Racecourse.

Tea, coffee and homemade cakes will be servedin vintage china by Tilly Mae’s Vintage Tea Party.So come along and join us; admission: adults,50p and children under 16 free!

Together we can raise not only money but alsoawareness!

Key messages about Prostate Cancer UK:

• Prostate Cancer UK fights to help more mensurvive prostate cancer and enjoy a betterquality of life.

• They support men and provide vital information.

• They find answers by funding research intocauses and treatments.

• They lead change, raising the profile of thedisease and improving care.

• Anyone concerned about prostate cancer cancall Prostate Cancer UK’s confidential Helplineon 0800 074 8383 or visitwww.prostatecanceruk.org

Prostate Cancer – The Stats

• Prostate cancer is already the most commoncancer in men but it is set to become the mostcommon cancer overall by 2030.

• 1 in 8 men in the UK will get prostate cancer.

• Every hour 1 man dies from prostate cancer.

• Over 40,000 men are diagnosed with pros-tate cancer every year in the UK. There arecurrently 250,000 men living with or after thedisease.

• 1 in 4 Black men in the UK will be diagnosedwith prostate cancer at some point in his lifetime.

FAMILY CRAFT FAIR

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7October 2014

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With over 100 stalls of fabulous food and localcrafts, as well as plenty of entertainment, it’s nowonder Penkridge Victorian Christmas Market isthe event that truly marks the start of the FestiveSeason! This year it will be taking place on Friday28th November from 5pm to 9pm on the site ofPenkridge Market, and admission to theevent is free!

The Market will be brimming with localproduce selling everything you need for yourFestive Feast; with the chance to samplelocal delicacies such as savoury scotch eggs,speciality cheeses, jams, chutneys and preserves.

And if that’s not enough to satisfy yourappetite there will be a wide variety ofrefreshments available, including a hog roast;jacket potatoes, pizza and doughnuts to namebut a few! The Old Deanery Farm Cafe will also beopen serving hot drinks and festive food, includinga traditional Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings.

In addition to all this fabulous food, therewill be Craft Stalls selling everything fromhandmade jewellery, gifts and handbags towooden toys, making it easy to find uniquepresents for all your friends and family.

There will also be plenty to keep the childrenentertained. Father Christmas will of course bemaking an extra-special guest appearance, aswellas Arthur’s Fun Fair, a fire eater and stilt walker!

Penkridge Market is located in the centre ofPenkridge, which is just 7 miles fromStafford; 7 miles from Cannock and 10 miles fromWolverhampton and is easilyaccessible from the A449, A5 and M6(junction 12). Parking and admission is free.

For further information on the event, pleasetelephone 01785 713419 or log onto the websitewww.penkridgemarket.co.uk

PENKRIDGE VICTORIANCHRISTMAS MARKET

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Well-wishers gathered at the Haling DeneCentre in Penkridge on Friday to say farewellto Mrs Lynne Hames who has worked there asthe Parish Administrator for the past 11 years.

Lynne decided to take early retirement aftercompleting 35 years’ service in local government.Councillors, colleagues and representatives ofvillage groups were in attendance.

The Pre-School Learning Alliance, who have beenbased at TheHalingDene for several yearsmarkedtheoccasionwithapresentationgift toMrsHames.

Parish Council Chairman, Councillor SandraChambers, thanked Lynne for the support andadvice she had given councillors, andthe help she had given the community.

Lynne was presented with an orchid, a book,and a monetary gift for a shopping spree.

Now Mrs Hames is looking forward toenjoying more time on country walksand world travel with her husband Brett.

Mrs. Bailey, W.I. Secretary, said “Lynnewill be missed. She has been a great helpto our group and always approachable”

PENKRIDGE PARISH ADMINISTRATORRETIRES

Lynne Hames (left) and Sandra Chambers (right)

Your local family run hardware store

“We pride ourselves on our range of stock builtaround our customers needs!”

Tel. 01785 711170 visit us: Stone cross, penkridge, st19 5as

• key cutting service• D.I.Y

• pest control• Kitchenware

• wild bird feed & feeders

We Now stock Small Kitchen appliances including:

kettles, toasters, hand mixers & irons.

PENKRIDGEHARDWARE

‘The Littletons of Teddesley Hall’ book by robert maddocks on sale here!

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Across1. Cars, vans and buses etc (7)5. Type of sailing boat (5)8. Enhance (7)9. Perfect (5)10. Severe (5)11. Playhouse (7)12. Reliable (6)14. Shovels (6)17. Extremely old (7)19. Endangered species (5)22. Tracks (5)23. Sportsman (7)24. Father (5)25. Female relations (7)

Down1. Works hard (5)2. Type of fruit (5)3. Grimaced (7)4. Crates (6)5. Dagger (5)6. Given medical care (7)

7. Assistants (7)12. Exchanged (7)13. Elated (7)15. Throws (7)

16. Used for drinking (6)18. Assignment (5)20. Waterfowl (5)21. Scottish dances (5)

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THE BELL AT STRETTON

A cosy welcome awaits you at The Bell at Stretton.This family run pub has been recently taken over byAlison, Kevin and their son-in-law, Jamie.

This beautifully decorated pub offers freshly cookedfood using locally sourced ingredients includingeverything from sandwiches and light bites atlunchtime, to a wide range of freshly cooked steaks,chicken, fish and vegeterian options on the evening

menu. As well as their varied menu, The Bell alsooffers a daily specials board.

They also have a beautifully kept outdoor seatingarea with a children’s play area and pond. They alsooffer a childrens menu.

The Bell at Stretton is situated along the A5 (WatlingStreet) near Brewood. Serving food Monday toFriday from 12pm - 2:30pm and 6pm - 9pm andSaturday and Sundays from 12pm - 9pm.Free parking.

A cosy welcome awaits you at The Bell at Stretton.This family run pub has been recently taken over byAlison, Kevin and their son-in-law, Jamie.

This beautifully decorated pub offers freshly cooked

menu. As well as their varied menu, The Bell alsooffers a daily specials board.

They also have a beautifully kept outdoor seatingarea with a children’s play area and pond. They alsooffer a childrens menu.

tHe bell at strettontHe noted Ham & eGGerY

TEL: 01902 850237 WATLING STREET, STRETTON, NR BREWOOD, ST19 9LN

We still offerham and eggs!

tHe noted Ham & eGGerY

We still offer ham and eggs!

Serving Real Ales

and offering full

lunchtime and evening

MENUS

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DAILY SPECIALS BOARD•

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Christmas parties catered for!•

BEER GARDEN ANDCHILDRENS PLAY AREA

•ENTERTAINMENT

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY

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MERE PARKGARDEN CENTRE & RESTAURANT

Opening TimesMon-Sat 9am-5:30pm Sun 10:30am-4:30pm Tel: 01952 813500

Stafford Road, Newport,

Shropshire, TF10 9BY

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Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm and Sunday 10:30-4:30pmVisit our website: www.mereparkgardencentre.co.uk

Our Garden Centre carries 1000’s ofOur Garden Centre carries 1000’s of ranges - there is sure to be something

for every occasion.

Garden Centre Restaurant opens 7 days a week, offering main meals and hot and cold snacks throughout the day.

FREE RETURNBUS SERVICE

MON-FRI9:30am-3:30pm

Between Newportinterchange and

Mere Park.

COMING SOON!

OUR SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS BARN (formerly our outdoor centre)

Opens 18th October

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17October 2014

Professional highly trained arboristsexcelling in all aspects of tree management.

Services include:Services include:• Felling

• Pruning• Dismantling

• Woodland Maintenance• Woodland Maintenance• Stump Removal• Stump Removal

• Dangerous or damaged trees dealt with.• Dangerous or damaged trees dealt with.

We also specialise in hedge trimming andmaintenance.

Domestic & commercial contracts.Full public liability insurance &NPTC City and Guild qualified.

For a free no obligation quote call07896 121102 or 01889 200066

Visit our website at www.staffordtreecare.co.ukor email us at [email protected]

PENKRIDGEFENCING& PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Specialists in erecting all typesof domestic fencing and gates.

CALL RICK FOR A QUOTATION

T: 01785 712364M: 07717 501 772

A wonderful inspiring evening(A Must See!)

Flower ArrangingDemonstrations

by

JULIE BROOKESOF LAVENDER FLORISTS

PENKRIDGE

the Theme is

“Inspiration”

MONDAy 20th OCTOBER7:30pm

at THE PEACE MEMORIAL HALLPinfold Lane, Penkridge,

ST19 5AP

Please come along and share theevening with us

£4 – payable at the door

Ample Parking close to the Hall.

Wheelchair Access.

Light refreshments available.

Floristry sales table & Details ofour November trip to David Austin

Roses.

All Demonstration Arrangementswill be raffled off.Raffle Tickets 50p.

ENquiries: Margaret on 01786 712113 or Marie on 01785 715445

Presented by Penkridge flower club

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THE STORY OF DIWALIThursday 23rd October

A long time ago in India a prince called Ramafell in love with a beautiful girl called Sita andmarried her. The king, who was Rama’sfather, was very pleased and wanted to give hiskingdom to Rama. But the king had three wivesand one of his other wives wanted her ownson to get the kingdom. So she asked the kingto send Rama and Sita away for 14 years. Thiswas enough time for her own son to grow upand get the kingdom. The king was very sad, buthe had once promised this wife that he wouldgive her whatever she wanted, so he kept hispromiseandsentRamaandSitaaway.They left thekingdom, together with Rama’s loyal youngerbrotherLakshman,andwent to live ina large forest.

One day while they were living in the forest ademon woman saw Rama and wanted him forherself. But Rama and Lakshman cut off hernose and sent her away. She went and told herbrother Ravana, a demon king who had ten heads.He was angry and sent a golden deer into theforest and while Rama and Lakshman werechasing it the demon king kidnapped Sita andtook her to his castle on an island far away.Rama was heartbroken, but he andLakshman went to look for Sita.

After searching for a long time Rama andLakshman came across an army of monkeysand bears, whose leader was the monkey godHanuman. Rama asked Hanuman for help, andHanuman agreed. Being a god he was ableto leap over oceans to look for Sita. He leapedacross to the island where she was being keptprisoner and found her. Then he went back to tellRama, and Rama, Lakshman, Hanuman and allthe army of monkeys and bears set out to fightthe demon king Ravana and bring back Sita.

There was a very great battle, but in the end Ramaand his army killed all the demons except forRavana himself. With his ten heads he was toopowerful and could not be killed by Rama’sarrows. But someone whispered to Rama that thedemon king had a weak spot, his navel, so Ramashot him there and killed him. Joyfully Ramarescued Sita and they returned to their home in theforest where they lived out the rest of the 14 years.

At last the time came for Rama and Sita to goback to their homeland. They set out to makethe journey and as they got close to the kingdomthey found all the people were waiting for themto come home. It was dark as they got near, andan old woman put a lamp in her window to lightthe path for Rama and Sita. Soon all the peoplein the kingdom were putting out lamps to lightthem on their way. Everywhere was glowing withlights, and Rama and Sita followed the lightsuntil they finally reached home. All the people ofthe kingdom were happy and there was a greatcelebration that has lasted down to this day.

This is why at Diwali people light lamps in theirhomes, set off fireworks and offer food to eachother to remember the time that Rama and Sitacame home after the victory of good over evil.

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EXHIBITION OF ART PRODUCED BY THEROSEMARY HALE PAINTING GROUP

Oddfellows Hall, Friday 24th and Saturday 25thOctober 2014 10am until 4pm. Admission free.

Come and visit the OddFellows Hall in Stafford towncentre to view an outstanding exhibition of art workby students of renowned local artist and tutorRosemary Hale. A selection of Rosemary’s work willalso be exhibited and some paintings from studentswill be for sale.

Enjoy home-made cake, coffee or tea in verycomfortable surroundings whilst viewing theexhibition. There will be an entertaining competitionto keep children busy and a tombola with prizes ofchocolate. Christmas and general cards painted bystudents will also be for sale.

Rosemary will be demonstrating her painting skills at11.00am and 2.00pm both days.

Your age and ability don’t matter, if you have ever

wanted to paint or draw but really don’t know whereor how to make a start, Rosemary can and will helpyou. She’s a very good teacher, patient and kindto beginners and encouraging to her pupils whenthey start to develop their own style. She currentlytakes classes at Derrington Village Hall on Tuesdayand Thursday, morning and afternoon and a tasterclass is starting in November, if you are interestedcall Rosemary on 01538 260007 or 07728 483446 oremail her at [email protected]

We support and make a donation to a local charity‘Oaktree Farm’ and information about the charity willbe available if you are interested in finding out moreabout them yourself.

We really look forward to seeing you at the OddFellows Hall, either Friday or Saturday, if you wantto enjoy a lovely different day in Stafford with friendsor family come along and join us, we will make youwelcome.

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21October 2014

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This year, Lower Drayton Farm’s Halloweencelebrations are set to be bigger and better than ever.‘Spooky Season’ will be kick-started on the evening ofSaturday, 25th October with the farm’s annualFireworks Spooktacular offering a ‘monster’ fireworksdisplay, fairground rides and live entertainment untillate – visitors can also bring their torches to take on theMaize Maze in the dark and, if they’re feelingparticularly brave, take a stroll through the ‘hauntedwood’.

All October Half Term, meanwhile, parents will findplenty to do with the kids as the farm’s family attraction

opens its gates from Monday 27th Oct – Sunday 2ndNovember between 10am and 4pm. In addition to thefarm’s usual attractions like friendly animals,adventure playgrounds and farm trailer rides there willbe a host of spooky activities on offer – like visitingthe pumpkin patch to pick your very own pumpkinfor carving, pumpkin races, ‘splat the bat’ games andspine-chilling craft activities. Hardy souls can even visit‘after hours’ on Thursday 30th, Friday 31st Octoberand Saturday 1st November to take on the Maize Mazein the dark between 5.30pm and 8pm.

Last, but by no means least, the farm will host two veryspecial children’s Halloween Parties on the evening ofFriday, 31st October. Traditional Halloween fancy dresswill be expected for an evening of magic shows andspooky stories followed by a ‘monster disco’ – withfood & drinks included in the £10 per child ticket price.

For more information on all the farm’s spookyactivities and to book tickets in advance, visitwww.lowerdraytonfarm.co.uk or call Val on07817 691352.

AWEEK OF FUN & FRIGHTS ON THE FARM!

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Lower Drayton Farm • Lower Drayton Lane • Nr. Penkridge • Stafford ST19 5RE

Gates open 5.30pm • Moonlit Maize Maze 6.30-7.30pmFireworks 7.30pm • Live Entertainment till late

ADMiSSioN: Adult £10; Kids u-16 and OAPs £6 (u-3s free)*Buy in advance at www.lowerdraytonfarm.co.uk & beat the queues!*Additional charge for fairground rides, trailer rides & some other attractions

PARKiNG FREE - UNDER 3s FREEDetails & tickets at www.lowerdraytonfarm.co.uk or call 07817 691352

Live Entertainment & BarHot Food & Drink

Moonlit Maize MazeMonster Firework Display

Haunted WoodFairground Rides

Live Entertainment & BarHot Food & Drink

Moonlit Maize MazeMonster Firework DisplayMonster Firework Display

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23October 2014

CHRISTMAS FAYRE MENU AVAILABLEUPSTAIRS AT THE WHITE HART

THROUGHOUT DECEMBERPRIVATE FUNCTION ROOMS AVAILABLE

CALL (01785) 748598 FOR DETAILSTHE WHITE HART, STONE CROSS, PENKRIDGE

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For more information contact Lesley Bannister on 01543 306168or email [email protected] Palace, The Close, Lichfield, StaffordshireWS13 7LH www.lichfieldcathedralschool.com

Open EventsPre-School & JuniorsFriday 3 October

9.30am - 11.30am

Middle & SeniorsFriday 10 October

9.30am - 11.30am

Sixth FormTuesday 14 October

6.30pm - 8.30pm

Assessment Day forSecondary Entry 2015

Saturday 8 November9.00am - 4.00pm

Limited places, early registration advised

Boys and girls from across theregion are invited to hone theirtalents in two specialist musicalworkshops hosted by LichfieldCathedral School.

Woodwind, bowed string andbrass players aged 8 to 18 areinvited to take part in one oftwo all-day Chamber MusicWorkshops in November:Saturday 8th for musicians whohave achieved Grades 1 to 4 andSaturday 22nd for those whohave reached Grades 5 to 8.

Each workshop costs £20including all tuition, music, lunchand refreshments and is limitedto 25 places.

Meanwhile, singers can learn allabout choral music at the Be AChorister For A Day workshop.Boys and girls can benefitfrom vocal training and theopportunity to sing specialistmusic. The day finishes inLichfield Cathedral when thechildren all join the CathedralChoir to sing Evensong.

The workshop in January is freeand all materials and lunch areprovided, but places are limited,so early booking is advised.

For more information orto book a place, contactAmanda Holtham on 01543306014 or email [email protected]

Calling all young singers and musicians!Chamber MusicWorkshops

Formusicians aged 8-18

8 November Grades 1-422 November Grades 5-8

9.30am - 6.00pm

Be A ChoristerFor A Day

For boys aged 6-11 andgirls aged 9-13

Saturday 10 January12noon-6.30pm

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25October 2014

Learning how to swim is a crucial lifeskill and one that everyone regardless oftheir age should learn to do.

South Staffordshire Swim Academyoffers local people of all ages theopportunity to learn to swim for health,safety and for fun.

The academy which operates at all fourof South Staffordshire Council’s leisurecentre’s has a lot to offer:

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Congratulations to Scott Emery, who on Saturday6th September competed in the final of theannual Staffordshire Poet Laureate competition.

Scott had successfully beatenhundreds of applicants to get to thefinals at The Shire Hall in Staffordtown centre.

The board of Staffordshire County Councilthrough the Libraries and Arts had chosen Scott’sthree poems, that he had entered into thecompetition last summer.

“The English Department are immensely proudof Scott Emery’s fantastic achievement and aredelighted that he had the confidence andambition to bid for the position of Staffordshire’sYoung Poet Laureate. Regardless of whether hewon or not, his effort and determination got himall the way to the final, which is anincredible achievement in itself: we congratulatehim on his efforts and incredible success so far.Scott made it all the way to the final and he hasmade Wolgarston very proud indeed. All youngpeople should take inspiration from Scott –without hope, ambition and motivation, there canbe no such thing as success. Scott successfullyrepresented himself and our school in achallenging poetry competition and we hope hecontinues to reach for the stars!” said Miss Evans(Second in English).

“Although I did not win the competition, all in allthe experience of being short listed for the YoungStaffordshire Poet Laureate has significantlyimproved my skills as a poet and mostimportantly of all has increased my confidencein my own ability. IT isn’t such a common affairto have had the privilege to read ones poems infront of a knowledgeable and appreciative

audience. So therefore I am grateful for the staffwho aided me in my entry. I would encourageall to not only write poetry but enter in whatevercompetitions possible. Who knows how far youcould get and how far it can take you in yourfuture,” said Scott Emery (Year 11 student).

WOLGARSTON HIGH SCHOOLCELEBRATING SUCCESS

ORBSby Scott Emery

No fealty, just love it is only that Ibeseech

In turn I offer whisker on the shelfwhere you cannot reach,

Thine eyes abyssal orbs delving deepthrough my soul,

Why use such great tools staring at abowl,

You are content,You’re a vassal,

In,Your cardboard box,Your grand castle,World turmoil,You just sleep,

No care,No peep,My cat;Sheana

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29October 2014

Lollipop Theatre Arts

Open AuditionsSunday 2nd November 10am-1pm

StDominic’s High School forGirls, BrewoodLollipop Theatre Arts is an action packed youth theatre companyworking to advance the education in the performing arts amongst

children and young people

6-18 year olds, Sundays, after schooland holiday workshops

[email protected] or call 07984598589

“One of the best children’s theatre groups in the area isLollipop Theatre Arts”

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www.thelollipoptheatreschool.co.uk

LOLLIPOP THEATRE ARTSOPEN AUDITIONS

Open Auditions being held onSunday 2nd November 2014from 10am-1pm at StDominic’s High School for Girlsin Brewood.

Brewood based youth theatre company; LollipopTheatre Arts (formerly known as The Lollipop TheatreSchool) are recruiting new members to join them for theirproduction of Copacabana to be staged on Saturday23rd and Sunday 24th May 2015 at the Arena Theatrein Wolverhampton.

Lollipop Theatre Arts is an action packed youth theatrecompany working to advance the education in the per-forming arts amongst children and young people aged6-18.

The company rehearse every Sunday between 10am and1pm at St Dominic’s High School for Girls in Brewoodand produce 2 full scale musicals in term time and offer asummer school for members and non-members.

Sunday sessions cost £10-00 per week and siblingdiscount is available.

Open auditions to join Lollipop Theatre Arts will include adance workshop, acting workshop and vocal workshopwith current Lollipop members. Auditionees are asked tocome dressed in comfortable clothes and sensiblefootwear and ready to get involved as much as possible.

Anyone wanting to audition will need to register theirinterest by contacting Director/Producer Lucy-EllenParker, details below, to book a place on the auditionday and to receive any more information.

Lollipop Theatre Arts is run by fully qualified industryprofessionals who are DBS checked and First Aidtrained.

To book a place for an audition please contactLucy-Ellen on 01902 850788 or 07984 598589 or emailinfo@thelollipoptheatreschool.co.ukwww.thelollipoptheatreschool.co.uk

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31October 2014

Halloween is nearly here and with that comes thewinter months, you may not think it but there aremany ways to prepare your home and garden forwinter to help make your life easier. We have alreadystarted to prepare for the many calls we get aroundthis time of year to repair fences and roofs due to thewindy and wet weather. As you know it will generallyget worse before it gets better. If your fencing is notas secure as you would like or you have beenignoring that small leak in the garage, give us a callbefore the weather takes a nasty turn.

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The traditional StoneHouse Hotel situatedadjacent to the A34,between Stafford andthe outskirts of Stonetown centre offers allof our guests traditional

features with a modern approach. The hotel canaccommodate Weddings, Meetings, Conferences, Events,dining and of course comfortable relaxed accommodationenabling us to support whatever event you may beconsidering.

Dining focuses strongly at the Stone House Hotel and ourlocal and travelling guests have become accustomed to alarge range of menu options available any day of the weekcarefully created by our team of chefs and overseen by ourAA Rosette awarded Head Chef, Kevin.

The elegantly restored Stone House Hotel was originallya large traditional country house, complete with tranquilgardens and terraces. Today, with 50 en suite bedroomsand a fully equipped gymnasium, heated indoor swimmingpool and sauna, the hotel is ideal for both the business andleisure traveller.

With regular special offers and live events available atwww.bespokehotels.com/stonehousehotel or if you’dprefer a copy of the Calendar of Events, this can be pickedup from our reception. Why not call in and see for yourselfwhat the Stone House Hotel can offer you.

Civil Ceremonies, Weddings and PartnershipsTraditional yet moderninfluences make theStone House Hotel theideal venue for yourspecial day. At the StoneHouse Hotel, we areable to offer you a host

of tailor made packages, which will enable you to trulyexperience the day of your dreams.

The intimacy of the Stable Suite or Garden Room, lendthemselves beautifully to hold civil ceremonies andpartnerships for up to 60, whilst the Princes suite will belaid up exactly how you want it for your celebrations afteryour ceremony and able to hold up to 150 guests.Our passion is providing you with attention to detail,

beautiful dishes and advice through the exciting timeleading up to your wedding day. Our dedicated team will beavailable to offer advice and support from day one!

From enjoying reception drinks and canapés on thepicturesque lawn, to your wedding breakfast andevening buffet, our team of Chef’s will be delighted topresent menu’s to assist you in planning your menu for youand your guests.

Complimentary overnight accommodation is offered for thebride & groom. We offer friends and family wishing to stayat the Stone House Hotel special bedroom rates enablingthe celebrations to continue well into the evening!

As the celebrations wind down, you can head up to yourdedicated bridal suite, from where you can enjoy aChampagne breakfast the morning after the big day. Or,the Hotel can arrange a private breakfast room for you andyour guests to reminisce about your wedding day. As youhead off on honeymoon, the staff are happy to arrangetransport to the airport.

The Garden Restaurant at the Stone House HotelDining should be traditional dishes presented in relaxedinformal surrounds complimented by a great selection ofwines both new and old world.

At The Garden Restaurant we are proud to be able tooffer just this. Our AA Rosette Chef provides animaginative, creative and varied menu, which caters for allpalates. Sunday lunch is a must, with a selection ofdelicious roasts, accompanied by beautiful seasonalvegetables, a real family occasion.

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39October 2014

The Military Wives Choir Stafford is a groupof ladies based in MOD Stafford who all enjoysinging. Military Wives Choir Stafford was setup in October 2013 by RAF wife, Sheryl Godwinwith a view to giving the Stafford ladies the samepositive and inspiring experience she previouslyhad at RAF Benson. The choir has developedand grown since then and gives wives and otherforces related members an opportunity to meetnew people, to do something for themselves.We meet every Wednesday with our MusicalDirector, Simon Allen, giving us a chance tohave fun, rehearse together and provide mutualsupport as we deal with the challenges ofService life.

Sheryl had arranged our debut performance atMOD Stafford Christmas Carol Service 2013giving us only weeks to get ready to perform. Weworked hard as a team and not only performedonce before the end of December 2013, butnumerous times at both free and paid events.

There are now over a two dozen regularmembers on the books. We all lookforward to our weekly rehearsals (our ‘me time!’),giving us chance to catch up for a chat and then torehearse ready for our next event. We havefound that we have a special bond and we have

met people we would not have come acrosswithout the choir. It’s a fantastic network of ladies.As one of over 80 Military Wives Choirsthat have now been established across theUK and abroad, the Stafford Military WivesChoir is part of the Military Wives ChoirsFoundation. The Military Wives ChoirsFoundation is a network ofchoirs that reaches across thewhole military community, to bring women closertogether through singing. The Foundation is aregistered subsidiary charity of SSAFA ForcesHelp. It provides guidance, funding and supportfor individual choirs, as well as the opportunity tobring choirs together through national projects.Through its growing network ofchoirs, the Foundation is buildingsomething that brightens lives, changesperceptionsandstrengthensmilitarycommunities.

MILITARY WIVES CHOIR STAFFORD

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Plus Nigel Evans on SaxophoneSaturday November 15 2014 7

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Pilates Classevery Monday6:30pm start at the Hatherton Health Club,Penkridge. For complete beginners throughto intermediate level. Come along and give ita go. Mats are provided, no special clothing isrequired. Class price is £5.50. For more infocall tina on 07812 144 685 or email,[email protected].

no Men aloudevery Mondayladies only choir singing a variety of popularmusic, songs from the shows and much moreMondays 8pm-9.30pm.angel room Jubilee Hall,Brewood. £3 per week.

PenKridGe FloWer CluBevery 3rd Monday oF tHe MontH7:30pm start at the Peace Memorial Hall,Penkridge. Professional naFasDemonstrators doing 5 floral arrangements.Sales Table & Raffle. Light Refreshments.entrance £4. new Members and visitors verywelcome. details–Margaret 01785 712113 orMarie 01785 715445.

PenKridGe Pre sCHooloPen every MorninGopen every morning 9:15am-12:15pm (until3pm on tues,Weds and thurs) at theHaling dene Centre, Penkridge. an early yearsplaygroup for children age 2-5 years. Packedlunch must be supplied for all day sessions ontuesdays, Wednesdays & thursdays. Find usin room 13 in the Haling dene Centre. Formore info call Kelly on 07900 684 277.

PenKridGe WoMen’s Wievery 1st Monday oF tHe MontH7:30pm start at the Methodist Church Hall,Penkridge. new members and visitorswelcome. For more information contactsandra on 01785 712468.

PinFold PinKevery 3rd tuesday oF tHe MontHFrom 4.30pm at Penkridge Medical Practice.Breast Cancer support. For further detailscontact Jan at the centre on 01785 711124.

aCton trussell & PenKridGePHotoGraPHiC soCiety1st & 3rd tuesday oF tHe MontHevening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm at actontrussell, Bednall andteddesley Hay CommunityCentre 01785 713839. learn how to masteryou digital cameras and take great photos.

GardeninG CluBevery 2nd tuesday oF tHe MontHevening meetings 8.00pm to 10.00pm atactontrussell, Bednall andteddesley HayCommunity Centre 01785 715640. learn moreabout growing your favourite plants.

WHeaton aston FolK danCe CluB4th tuesday oF tHe MontHamerican Contra & traditional square dancing.From 8pm - 10pm at Wheaton aston villageHall (st19 9nP). For further informationcontact MikeWhiting on 01952 812601.

Pilates Classevery tuesday10.30am start at the Hatherton Health Club,Penkridge. For complete beginners throughto intermediate level. Come along and give ita go. Mats are provided, no special clothing isrequired. Class price is £5.50. For more infocall tina on 07812 144 685 or email,[email protected].

stay and Playevery tuesday9:30am-11:30am at dunston Pre-schoolPlaygroup, dunston. £2.00 per week. includinga drink and snack for both parent and child.Plenty of toys for children. everyone welcome,mums, dads, grand parents or childminders.For more info call 07870 467360.

PatriCia’s sCHool oF FloWersPraCtiCal Classesevery Wednesday7pm - 9pm at Mecure Hatherton Hotel,Penkridge. Modern and contemporary styledesigns on the programme. ideal refreshercourse. For more info call Pat Cooper on01785 714037.

PenKridGe rainBoW CluBevery WednesdayCarer, Baby & toddler Group. 10am-11:30amat Penkridge scout Hut. a variety of activities,occasionally joining with different toddlergroups. £2 per family. Find us on facebook,Penkridge rainbow Group.

PenKridGe ParKinsonsuK suPPort GrouP4th Wednesday oF tHe MontH10:30am-12:30pm. at the Haling dene Centre,Penkridge. Meetings on the 4th wednesday ofthe month with the exception of august anddecember. refreshments provided. Comealong and meet us.

BoWls CluBevery Wednesday7:30pm to 10pm at actontrussell, Bednall andteddesley Hay Community Centre.

neW CoMPanions CluBevery Wednesday1:30pm-3:30pm. at Church Hall, Penkridge.run by volunteers from local churches. opento any age group. We offer tea/coffee/cakes(no charge), cards, dominoes, jigsaws,rummikub and the occasional musical or bingoafternoon. all are welcome. For more details,phone liz on 07779 405 321.

aCton art soCietyevery Wednesday1:30pm to 3:30pm at acton trussell, Bednalland teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785714469 or 01889 586289. learn how to drawand paint – just come along. some materials canbe supplied.

ladies street danCe Classesevery tHursday6:15pm-7:00pm at the Hatherton Health Club,Penkridge. Go back to basics and learn one ofthe most popular styles of dance.Have fun withyour friends whilst getting fit. New memberswelcome. £4 each. Contact Katy for moreinformation on 07584 030 520.

BreWood sinGersevery tHursday8pm onward at Brewood Jubilee Hall.Popular, forward looking, mixed choral group.For details on joining or bookings call PatMumford on 01902 850377.

WoMen’s instituteevery 3rd tHursday oF tHe MontH7:45pm to 10pm at acton trussell, Bednalland teddesley Hay Community Centre 01785712676. Come along and join in.

daytiMe BinGoevery tHursday1pm - 3pm at the Brewood British legion.7 games for less than £5.tea and coffeeavailable. all are welcome.

youtH CluBevery tHursday6:30pm at Church Hall, Penkridge.9-13 year olds welcome. activities includecomputer nights, quizzes, film evenings, artsand crafts.

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41October 2014

yoGa Classesevery tHursday7:30pm-9pm at st Paul’s school, Coven.learn postures and sequences based onage old principles of yoga. £23 for 4 weeks.For more info call 01785 275607 or 01785275439.

CHair Based KeeP Fitevery tHursdayFor over 50’s. 10am - 11am at theMethodist Church, Penkridge. £2.00 persession. Help loosen your joints, to keep youactive, healthy and feeling good. First lessonFree. For more information contact susan on01785 788472.

PenKridGe readinG GrouPevery 1st tHursday oF tHe MontH2:30pm-3:30pm at Penkridge library.read andtalk about books. Free and new memberswelcome. no booking required.

PenKridGe CiviC soCietyevery 3rd tHursday oF tHe MontHthe society meets on the third thursday ofeach month except august and december atthe old Gaol in Bellbrook, Penkridge(Penkridge Heritage Centre).always aninteresting mix of speakers and events.Meetings begin at 7:30pm and the fee forvisitors is £2.

live MusiC at sHoal Hill tavernevery FridayWine,dine with live music after nine. For moreinformation call 01543 503302.

BaBy BounCe & rHyMeevery Friday10am-10:30am at Penkridge library.songs and nursery rhymes suitable for babiesand parents. Free admission.termtime only,

Midlands CHoraleevery saturday10am - 1pm at Jubilee Hall, Brewood.is a friendly, mixed voice,there are 18rehearsal per year. new members welcome- for details seehttp://www.midlandschorale.co.uk or ringGren on 01902 850175.

live MusiC at tHe Boatevery saturdayvisit the Boat pub in Penkridge, (Cannockroad, Penkridge, st19 5dt) every saturdayfor love music. More info atfacebook.com/theboatpub.

PenKridGe & soutH staFF runnersevery saturday9am-10am.Meet outside Penkridge libraryand after your run refreshments are providedat around 10am in the library. Free and newmembers welcome.

WHist driveevery saturday eveninG7:30pm start at Church Hall, Penkridge.Come and join us for a game of cards everysaturday evening. new members verywelcome. £3 per person. For moreinformation contact d.shaw on 01543 505043.

lolliPoP tHeatre artsevery sunday10am-1pm at st dominc’s High school forGirls, Brewood. action packed youth theatrecompany for children and young people aged6-18. £10 per week. sibling discount available.

st Giles HosPiCe Care WeeK6tH-12tH oCtoBerJoin st Giles Hospice for a week-long nationalcelebration of hospice care! this is an annualweek celebrating hospice care across the uK.

a CHarity sPortsMan’s eveninGWitH Jan MolBy and MattHeWHoGGardFriday 10tH oCtoBer7pm for 7:30pm start atthe Hatherton Hotel,Penkridge. Penkridge and district roundtableproudly present a Charity sportsmen’sevening with Jan Holby and Matthew Hoggardplus top comedian Peter emmett. dinner,raffle and prize auction. Tickets are £35 perhead or tables of 10 for £325.to order ticketscall ian Horwell on 01785 713396 or 07812751896.

eaGles sonGBooK By little eaGleFriday 10tH oCtoBerat rugeley rosetheatre.a performance of theclassic songs and history of the eagles.an evenings entertainment that is a must ifyou are interested in the songs and musicalhistory of one of the worlds greatest bands.tickets are £10 and available fromwww.ticketsource.co.uk/littleeagle(booking fees apply) or call the box office on0333 666 3366.

sounds oF tHe seventies10tH oCtoBerat Casa, stafford.stafford based Katharine House Hospicesupport Group are holding their fundraiserdisco. enjoy the sounds of the seventies forjust £7.50 a ticket including a BBQ. to booka ticket or for more details call Nick Oldfieldon 07976 342530, richard davis on 07740594036 or Phil Challinor on 07908 617946.

art and CraFt Fairsaturday 11tH oCtoBer10am to 3pm at Peace Memorial HallPenkridge.admission 50p.varied selection ofCraft stalls.art demonstrations byrosemary Hale. Cake decorating

demonstrations by Gemma. refreshments onsale throughout the day. organised by P.a.C.e.2000 – contact Monica on 01785 712227.

tHe story oF tudor CHildBirtHtuesday 14tH oCtoBer7:00pm-8:30pm at Penkridge library.a fascinating costumed talk exploring theperils and dangers of childbirth in the 16thand 17th Centuries. £3.00 each (£2.00 libraryMembers). Booking essential.

PenKridGe FloWer CluB FloWerarrnGinG deMonstrationMonday 20tH oCtoBer7:30pm in the Peace Memorial Hall, PenkridgeFlower arranging demonstrations will bedone by the very popular Julie Brookes of lav-ender Florists, Penkridge.the theme is“inspiration”. everyone welcome to share theevening with us. £4 payable at the door.Light refreshments. Sales Table. Raffle ofarrangements. For all enquiries call Margareton 01785 712113 or Marie on 01785 715445.

exHiBition oF art By tHeroseMary Hale PaintinG GrouPFri 24tH & sat 25tH oCtoBer10am-4pm at oddfellows Hall, stafford. Freeadmission.

lolliPoP tHeatre artsoPen auditionssunday 2nd november 2014 from 10am-1pmat st dominic’s High school for Girls inBrewood.Brewood based youth theatre grouplollipop theatre arts are recruiting newmembers to join them for their productionof Copacabana to be staged on saturday 23rdand sunday 24th May 2015 at the arenatheatre in Wolverhampton. open auditionsbeing held for 6-18 year olds.to book a placefor an audition please contact lucy-ellen on01902 850788 or 07984 598589 or [email protected]

MusiC and lauGHter niGHtsaturday 8tH noveMBer7:30pm for 8pm at the Peace Memorial Hallin Penkridge. Music and laughter night starringdoug Parker with steve ascroft and Martinlewis. tickets are £12.50 each and includesupper. For info and tickets call val Webb on01785 713284.

art and CraFt salesaturday 15tH noveMBer10am-2pm at Jubilee Hall, Brewood.last year we had stalls selling cards, paintings,home accessories, scarves and many gift itemsfor Christmas. refreshments will also be soldat the event. tables are £7.50. if you wish tobook a table or to find out more pleasecontact ann on 01902 850535 [email protected]

October

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43October 2014

• Statutory Accounts

• Personal Tax

• Corporate Tax

• Management Accounts

• Book Keeping

• Payroll

• Statutory Company Audits

• CIS

• VAT

DSN Accountants LimitedTop Corner Offices 1 & 2Market Street, PenkridgeStaffordshire

Tel: 01785 716658 Mobile: 07826 840147Email: [email protected] w w w . d s n a . c o . u k

DSN Accountants Limited is afirm based in Staffordshire andoffers a full range of accounts,taxation and business advisoryand support services to a widerange of businesses andindividuals.

DSN Accountants is anestablished Accountancy firm inthe Staffordshire area servingclients throughout Staffordshireand the West Midlands. Drawingon the years of experience gainedwith top accountancy firms weoffer the complete range of audit,accounting and taxation servicesfor solo traders to small andmedium sized businesses.

DSN Accountants offers theknowledge, expertise andservice of the larger firms but with

a more personal service at muchlower rates. DSN Accountants area small friendly firm that can offerthe quality services of the largerfirms at just a fraction of the cost.

• Services• Statutory Accounts• Statutory Company Audits• Company and Personal Tax

Planning• Management Accounts• Bookkeeping• Tax Returns• CIS Returns• VAT• Payroll• Business Start-up’s

With a portfolio of clients in thelocal community that spans manyindustries and sectors such as,manufacturing, retail, investment

and construction, we prideourselves in offering a servicethat is specific to your individualneeds.

At DSN Accountants weconsider all clients equal andoffer the same prompt, efficientand quality service to all ourclients whether they be a localbuilder or plumber right up tothe larger limited companies weservice.

DSN ACCOUNTANTS -YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTANCY FIRM

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IMPROVING HOMESIMPROVING HOMESIMPROVING HOMES --- IMPROVINGIMPROVINGIMPROVING LIVESLIVESLIVESHANDYPERSON SERVICEHANDYPERSON SERVICEHANDYPERSON SERVICEFast & Friendly local handyperson service

for all of the jobs that need doing around thehome. Also providing practical help and advice

for the elderly and less able.

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Hand Rails & O.T EquipmentPainting & Decorating

All Types of Jobs ConsideredNo Job Too Small

Experienced Time Served City & GuildsCarpenter/Joiner

Make Your WillSingle Wills only £80 per person (+ VAT).

Mirror Wills for couples, £75 per person (+ VAT).

A home visit at a convenient time.For more information & appointments call:

0845 678 7010Visit our website:

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Legal Services Ltd

You nominate your own Executors, typically your family.Wills, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney,Will Storage, Estate Planning andGuardianship Trusts.

Protected by ProfessionalIndemnity Insurance.Goodwills Legal Services Ltd.Members of the Society of Will writers.

Terms and conditions apply. The Utility Warehouse ‘Double the Difference’ Price Promise requires you to become a Double Gold customer ie. taking Home Phone, Broadband,Mobile and at least one energy service. Gold benefits are only available to customers aged 25 and above. For full details of the Price Promise see the Utility Warehouse website.

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Email: [email protected]

www.moremoney-4u.co.uk

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45October 2014

Are you looking forward to Autumn?

Well, Autumn is loved by some, with thebeautiful colours and smells, rustling leaves andnice warmer clothes, a real chance to eat homemade soup – it is also hated by some, for all thatit stands for, the end of Summer and the onset of‘the cold’ and Autumn rain.

You can get lots of help to keep well at Winter,not least of all will be the opportunity, for manypeople to access a Flu injection to help ward offinfection. Many of the supermarkets,chemists and your local surgery can offer all sortsof checks, treatments and advice to keep you(and your family) well. Sometimes there is a smallcharge, sometimes it’s free. Check your localchemist as well as your surgery as there is massesof leaflets and further information.

Age UK South Staffordshire is the lead partnerin Eat Well Staffordshire and can provide olderpeople over 65 with a free wellbeing check toinclude looking at ideas for cheap economicalmeals and diet options and how to make sureweight levels aremaintained or increased (wherenecessary). The trained volunteer mentors canhelp with social support, signposting, access totransport, food delivery services and lunch clubs.They will pop in every so often, have a chat andsee how you are, providing a wellbeing check

and looking at your nutrition at the same time.Eat Well Staffordshire also offer a range of lovelyrecipes and can provide for the month ofOctober a free folder containing a WinterWarmers advice booklet, Age UKWinter Recipebooklet and a free Eat Well pocket diary and pen(whilst stocks last) for anyone interested inbooking the Eat Well service during October.(1st October – 31st)

Please phone 01785 788 496 for furtherinformation, or have a look at Facebook orTwitter. If youmight be interested in one or moreof our free training courses for prospectivevolunteers, we are keen to hear from you, pleasetelephone 01785 788 483. www.ageuk.org.uk/southstaffs

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HALLOWEEN SPOT THE DIFFERENCE

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47October 2014

MARWOODPROPERTYSERVICESSpecialists in:

Homemaintenance

Landscaping

Interior & exteriorpainting

Garden decking

Patios

Bespoke Summerhouses,Gazebos and Sheds built

Gutters cleaned

Gardens tidied

Leaves cleared

Call Simon for a FREE no obligation quoteTel: 01785 715817 M: 07828 127792


COMPETITIVE PRICES

Joinery that trulymeasures up

Joinery (Stafford) LtdTilcon Avenue, Stafford, ST18 0YJ

[email protected]

Here at Joinery (Stafford) Ltd we manufacturebespoke windows, doors, staircases, conservatoriesand barn conversions plus repairs and restorationfor listed buildings and heritage work.

Call us on 01785 242 337 to arrangea free initial survey and quote

Ceramic TilesPorcelain TilesNatural StonesMosaicsLuxury Vinyl FlooringLaminate FlooringAdhesives

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49October 2014

thethethethebrid ehousebrid ehouseehousegRESTAURANT • BAR • HOTEL

49October 2014

with DJ Tim Rowlands£22.95 per person. 7pm-late.

Price includes hot buffet.

New Years Eve

Tel: 01785 714426

Bridgehouse HotelStone Cross,

Penkridge, ST19 5AS

www.bridgehouse-hotel.co.uk

All private functions catered forCorporate Events . Weddings . Christenings . Parties . Special Occasions

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51October 2014

GREEN DOG VAPINGTel. 01785 711377

No. 2 Top Corner, Market Street Penkridge, ST19 5DHOpenMonday to Saturday 09.00 - 17.30

Thinking of giving up smoking?Green Dog Vaping can help!

Come along to our new Penkridge branch and try our electroniccigarettes.

The real alternative to tobacco.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY WITH NO OBLIGATION

Liquids 100% U.K manufactured

Over 50 flavours to choose from

Quality starter kits from just £22

Experts in boiler breakdownand servicing

Over 24 years combinedexperience

Specialists in gas, LPG and oil

Power flushing

Boiler and central heatinginstallations

Brothers Heating

Contact John or Steve

07980734288 or

[email protected]

Or visit www.brothersheating.com

562941

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The Story of Tudor ChildbirthA fascinating costumed talk exploring the perilsand dangers of childbirth in the 16th and 17th

CenturiesPenkridge Library

Tuesday 14th October19:00 – 20:30

£3.00 (£2.00 Library Members) - Booking EssentialFor further information please contact PenkridgeLibrary on (01785) 712916 or find us on Facebook

Join us at ourArt and Craft

FairPeace Memorial Hall

PenkridgeSaturday 11th October 2014

10am to 3pm

Admission 50p

Varied selection of Craft StallsArt demonstrations by Rosemary Hale

Cake decorating demonstrations by GemmaRefreshments on salethroughout the day

Organised by P.A.C.E. 2000 – contact Monica on 01785 712227

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53October 2014

Bosch appliances with technologies that not onlyimpove your daily life, but your future as well.

Double Oven

A selection of smallappliances available:

12 Place DishwasherHalf Load Sensor

1400 Spin, 8KG A+++15 Minute Quick Wash

Macrome Road, Claregate, Wolverhampton WV6 9HD. Tel: 01902 752764Salop Street, Wolverhampton, WV3 0RX. Tel: 01902 429060.Also visit our Stafford branch: 3 Riverside, Stafford, ST16 3PT. Tel: 01785 223338.

Ken Price & Son(Cheadles Garage) Limited

Stafford Road, Penkridge, Staffordshire, ST19 5AS

SPECIAL OFFERM.O.T- £29.50

All vehicles services & repaired

M.O.T’s

Petrol, Diesel & E.C.U. diagnostics

Tyres & exhausts at competitive prices

TEL: 01785 713799 FAX: 01785 712203

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Need help with using a computer,e-mails, internet, iPad,

Smartphone?Try a 1-2-1 IT sessions with our IT Buddy!

^ Like Staffordshire Libraries on facebook

For further details ring 01785 712916 oremail [email protected]

Penkridge LibraryWednesday 15th October

2:00—2:30 or 2:30—3:003:00—3:30 or 3:30—4:00

FREE (Booking Essential)

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55October 2014

All Natural Gas, Oil & LPG work undertakenUpgrades to Existing Systems

Servicing/Breakdowns and PowerflushingLandlord Safety Certificates

Renewable Energy InstallationsDry and Wet Solid Fuel Systems

20+ years Experience

Office: 01785 716874Mobile: 07968 922482

Web: www.kcortinheating.comEmail: [email protected], Wolverhampton Road, Penkridge

J STURGESS ROOFINGTel: 01785 713560 Mob: 07779 291524

Email: [email protected] [email protected]: www.penkridgeroofing.co.uk

We have been providing roofing solutions for commercial and privately owned properties

for over 20 years, building our business upon word of mouth recommendation.

• Specialists in all Flat & Pitched Roofs• Re-pointing & Relaying or Verges & Ridges• PVC Fascias, Guttering & Chimney Work• Roof Windows, Canopies & Flat to Pitched• Roof Conversions

CALL US TODAY FOR AFREE ESTIMATE!

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56 The Penkridge Advertiser | 01785 31861956 The Penkridge Advertiser | 01785 318619

Bespoke Sofa Manufacturer& Re-Upholstery Specialist

Contact Simon Edwards orChris Edwards on 01543 505539

Email: [email protected] • www.ralvernupholstery.co.ukUnit 19, Martindale, Hawks Green, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 7XN

Upholstered to your SpecificationWhatever your requirements are, whether it’s a suite, sofa,

chair, corner suite, footstool or re-upholstering your own suite.Ralvern Ltd have the expertise to manufacture a style from our

own range or create a unique design using our bespokedesign service. Our team of highly skilled master craftsmen

can create the style you are looking for, even helping you make all of thedifficult choices for the whole room design. Ralvern tailor your requirements into

every individual piece of furniture that we make.

Ralvern’s In-House Frame MakingWe make all of our frames in-house, this gives us our level ofexeptional quality. It’s your choices that make every sofa wemanufacture unique to you. We offer a range of seat foams‘35oz Reflex Soft’ or for a firmer seating profile, we offer a‘Foam 55oz Reflex Firm’ alternatively, if you require the verysoft ‘squashy’ look; a fibre seat or even feather cushions maysuit your taste. The seat filling then sits on top of our superior coil springunit giving the very best sitting position. Any of our designs can be made in a choiceof all our Extensive Fabric Range.

Exceptional Quality Re-UpholsteryRalvern Upholstery are a renouned and higly recommended re-upholsterymaster craftsmen. If what you are looking for is a re-upholstery service then

you have come to the professionals. Our team can totally strip your old suiteback to the frame and then start it again like a new one, using all new foams and

fillings to recreate the design you know and love.

For either of the above new orreupholstery our reputation for

a meticulous high standard andpattern matching will speak for

itself.

Contact Simon Edwards or

fi llings to recreate the design you know and love.

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57October 2014

01785 713856Stone Cross, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5AS

Furniture in stock - Made to measure

BEDROOMScall today:01785 824615 www.indulgeinteriors.co.uk

[email protected] Wharf Road, Gnosall, ST20 0DA

Bespoke interior solutions that cost less than you might think.

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Full central heating systems designed +installed

Boiler upgrades + system controlsCombination boilers all with 5 year warranty

Underfloor heatingPowerflushing central heating sytems

Boiler breakdowns + servicingRegistered gas + oil engineers

Landlord certificatesGas fires + log burners

Cookers + hobsInstantaneous hot water heaters

Complete bathroom installations + wetrooms

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58 The Penkridge Advertiser | 01785 318619AJG Property Maintenance & Servicing Ltd AJG Property

Household Improvements, Alterations, Refurbishments

Kitchen & Bathrooms

Windows, Doors & Conservatories

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Tel: 01785 715001Email: [email protected]

Website: www.ajgpropertymaintenance.com

A.J.G Property Maintenance & Servicing Ltd, Unit 5, Boscomoor Lane, Penkridge,Stafford, ST19 5QY

Find us on facebook: AJG Property Maintenance & Servicing Ltd Follow us on twitter: AJGProperty

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BEFORE AFTER

BEFORE AFTER

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Emergency ServicesPolice station (Non-emergency calls) 101National Gas Emergency 0800 111999National Grid Electrical Emergency 0800 404090Severn Trent Water Emergency 0800 7834444Flood line 0845 9881188

Health/Medical CarePenkridge Medical Practice 01785 712300Brewood Medical Practice 08444 770924Stafford General Hospital 01785 257731North Staffordshire Hospital 01782 715444Cannock Hospital 01543 572757New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton 01902 307999NHS Direct 0845 4647

CouncilsSouth Staffordshire Council 01902 696000Staffordshire County Council 0300 1118000Wolverhampton City Council 01902 551155

Village Halls/LibrariesPenkridge Library 01785 712916Haling Dene Centre, Penkridge 01785 714157Peace Memorial Hall, Penkridge 07412 089546Brewood Library 01902 850087Brewood Jubilee Hall 01902 851303Bishop’s Wood Village Hall 07544 924546Dunston Village Hall 01785 715833

TravelTravel Line 087120022 33National Rail Enquiries 08457484950National Express 08717 818178SchoolsWolgarston High School, Penkridge 01785 78840Penkridge Middle School 01785 355545

Brewood Middle School 01902850266Marshbrook First School, Penkridge 01785 712780St Michaels First School, Penkridge 01785 712344St Leonards School, Dunston 01785 711341Princefield First School, Penkridge 01785 714050St Dominic’s High School 01902 850248St Marys Primary School, Brewood 01902 850261St Marys & St Chad’s First School 01902 850373St Marys School, Wheaton Aston 01785 840314Castle House School, Newport 01952 811035Chase Grammar School 01543 501800Vernon Lodge Preparatory School 01902 850568

Help LinesSamaritans 08457909090Child Line 0800 1111RSPCA 0300 1234555Citizen’s Advice Bureau 01785 258673Jobseeker Direct 0800 100 900Crimestoppers Charity (Non-Emergency Calls) 0800 555 111

Places of WorshipSt Marys R C Church, Brewood 01902 850394St Michaels Church, Penkridge 01785 714344St Johns Church, Bishops Wood 01902 850368St Mary’s & St Chad’s Church of England 01902 850368

useful numbers

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61October 2014

enkville Cars

AIRPORT TRANSFERSDAYS/NIGHTS OUT

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCECONTRACT HIRECOURIER SERVICE

CALL 07535 641 043 or 01785 716 044

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TREE AND HEDGE WORK

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Domestic and CommercialGrounds Maintenance

Free quotationsChris JonesQualified and Insured

D’S PLUMBING &HEATING

Call Darren on:07749 137845 or 01785 716932

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Gutter, Facias & Soffit Cleaning.Conservatory Roof Cleaning.

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est. 1989est. 1989

A family business located in Brewood specialisingin providing chauffeur driven classic cars for

weddings in and around the Staffordshire area.

See our website,www.brewoodclassicweddingcars.co.uk

Brewood Classic Wedding Cars

Contact us on: 07843 232431or email: [email protected]

Sarah Lee dipCFHP, MSPractFoot Health PractitionerAffordable footcare at home

• Nail trimmingand correction• Fungal nails• Corns and callous• Dry cracked heels• Diabetic monitoring

Covering Stafford and surrounds up to 10 milesincluding weekends and evenings!

07855 748124 [email protected]

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Cleaning/LaunderersAF Systems 36Crown ChemDry 35Dodd Window Cleaning 61Oven State 35Pressed for Time 44

Dining OutMercure Hatherton House Hotel 35The Bell at Stretton 14The Boat 37The Bridgehouse 49The Mess 36The White Hart 23Shoal Hill Tavern 9Stone House Hotel 33

EducationChase Grammar School 1Castle House School 27Lichfield Cathedral School 24Little Treasures 27Maths Tutor 61Vernon Lodge Preparatory School 27

Estate AgentsDixon and Co 64

Funeral DirectorsAJ Sellman 21

Health, Leisure and FitnessDirect Specs 15Sarah Lee Foot Health Practitioner 61

Home ImprovementAshcroft Flooring 38Capital Appliance Centre 30

Help 2 Hand 44Joinery Stafford Ltd 47LS Plasterers 62M.A.G Group 30Marwood Properties 47Penkridge Hardware 10Penkridge Pine 57Rugeley Fireplaces 7Studio Interiors 12 & 47

Home InteriorsBritannia Pine & Furniture 5CRS Beds and Furniture 11CRS Flooring 19Lighting Bug 7Norton Bathrooms 3Indulge Interiors 57Ralvern Upholstery 56The Blinds and Shutter Company 13United Carpets 63

I.T Services and Web DesignDavid Morgan PC Repairs 21Millentech 55

Landscaping/Garden CentresMere Park Garden Centre 16Stafford Trree Care 17Willowbrook 61

Motor ServicesKen Price 53RK Motors 30

Seasonal, Leisure & OccasionsAqualympic 27Green Dog Vaping 51Lancyl Gardens 7

Lollipop Theatre Arts 29Lower Drayton Farm 22Penkridge Market 46South Staffordshire Council 25Whitegate Farm Shop 48

PlumbersD’s Plumbing 61DP Plumbing 57Mark Bailey 21Richard Roe Plumbing 30

Property Maintenance/SecurityAce Roofing 20AJG Property Maintenance 58Brothers Heating 51Direct Drives 52Domestic Electrical Services 51Guttridge Glazing 38K Cortin Heating Solutions 55Penkridge Fencing 17Penkridge Windows 30Sturgess Roofing 55

Residential and Nursing CareAge UK 45Disable Aids 16

Travel ServicesBrewood Classic Wedding Cars 61Go Carz 61Penkville Taxis 61Wings Airport Transfers 60

Will Writing/Financial ServicesDSN Accountants 43Goodwills Ltd 44Utility Warehouse 44

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63October 2014

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