A41 june by A41 Magazine

The A41 June 2015

Linking the villages, people and businesses along the A41 and beyond!

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Have a look at Jackson’s Fencing article on pages 26 and 27 - you can win tickets to RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. Also The Royal Oak in Kelsall have a great 2 for 1 offer for you. As well as the usual articles, you can read about Christleton High School trip to Borneo ( see below) Chester Bach Singers, find out about having a go at cycling, and if you have some spare time on your hands, Chester Lions are looking for volunteers Have a great month, let’s hope the sun shines, Julie Thank you so very much to all contributors. Front cover taken at Wharton Lock, Tiverton Contact: Julie Coxall, West View, Whitchurch Road, Christleton, CH3 6AF Telephone 07709 697082 email westviewpublications@gmail.com Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed in articles and advertisements published in this issue of The Gowy Gazette are not necessarily the views of the editor. All details are correct to the best of our knowledge Evey effort is taken to ensure accuracy in this magazine, however we cannot accept responsibility or liability for any error, inaccuracy or omission that may have occurred.

CHRISTLETON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS VISITING BORNEO IN 2016

n the summer of 2016, 32 Christleton High School Students have taken the opportunity given to them to travel to Borneo. The trip will involve primarily, living and working in the villages, helping local people with new projects or to continue the work of projects already in progress, which will help improve living conditions. The students will take part in a Conservation Awareness Programme, be involved in building a Single Mother Centre, continue the work on a School Library, improving Sanitary Systems and be involved in a General Learning Teaching Program. The students have to raise, individually, £3980 to fund their trip and have shown determination, commitment and the ability to work as a team in their fundraising efforts. These range from students finding themselves part time jobs, selling cakes, organising discos, sponsored t shirts, babysitting, car boot sales and much more. They would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to everyone who has contributed, helped fundraise or attended events. We wish all the students well with their expedition and know that this will be an experience that they will carry forward with them knowing that that they have contributed to helping this country and the people in it. Any fundraising ideas are welcome or donations of raffle prizes that can be used in future events. Please email: sullivanc@christletonhigh.co.uk

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Here are some amazing photos, especially the way he has sent in by a very creative and managed to make sloping Here are some amazingpanels photos, sent in ofby clever Jacksons customer, that follow the line thea very creative and clever Jacksons Stephen Martin. They show his original brick walls, that are customer, Stephen Martin. They show histhestylish and very modern garden. At first stylish and very modern garden. boundary to his garden. There's glance looks like used side ourgate Venetian fence panels to create this At firstitglance it looks like Stephen even a has neat pedestrian Stephen has used our Venetian match, not shown here - with but lovely split level outdoor toarea, complete raised artificial lawns, timber decks fence panels to create this lovely to see more of Stephen’s photos and stunning fence panels that split level outdoor area, and see the complete list of complete with raised artificial Jacksons timbers he used, go to surround the garden and give lawns, timber decks and your dedicated page: it a contemporary and chic stunning fence panels that www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk/ surround the garden and give it chesterlocal where you can find feeling. a contemporary and chic feeling. a link to his customer project I am impressed at how cleverly story. I am impressed at how he has managed to use our If you are anything like me and To celebrate our presence at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show timber to create his own version creating your own fence is cleverly managed toshow. we are having a free prizehe drawhas to win pairs of tickets to the of the Jacksons Venetian panels, beyond you, then you can The draw use will run our from the beginning of until 15th June timber toAprilcreate his2015. Winners will get a pair of tickets and will receive a goody bag when version of the they dropown by the Jacksons show garden when Jacksons visiting the show. For full detailsVenetian and how to enterpanels, please go to your dedicated web page: especially

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Somerville’s: How to Let’s hear what Prepare our customers your Home have to say.… for Sale

“A big thank you for all the effort you have put into selling our house. It is greatly appreciated. We had great confidence in Richard when he sold our house in 2008 and your conduct over this sale has reinforced this feeling. It has been a pleasure dealing with you both.” Mr & Mrs P. Westminster Park

“Thank you so much “After initially putting our house on for your help. Your the market with another estate agent, By Richard Wheeler Cert.REA style and manner and we quickly discovered that we were personal attention clients Many people have asked us how to show off their home at its best in this to busy market period not receiving the service levels that we were has been well received and so we have put together some handy hints and tips on how to prepare your home for sale. promised and subsequently lost confidence in refreshing in this day and age.” the agent. We switched to Somerville’s and could First notImpressions believe the difference. Annie, Richard and Bathroom Sue R. It is vital createmade the right first impression tidy onlyThe bathroom is another key area. It should be clean theirtoteam you feel like youand area their Waverton looking houseWe willare attract more viewings, client. truly grateful to giving all of you the team and fresh, with no water marks or lime scale encrusted moreat choices and hopefully a higher firstand for taps. Replacing a window blind or shower head & Somerville’s for all their price. hard The work thinglooking a buyer sees is the outside of your home. If looks hose can have a huge impact. The suite should be well after us so well.” untidy they will automatically assume that the inside & Sarah O’Donnell, is theDavid same. Take some time to tidy the garden, trim Hoolesweep the drive, add some flower pots or the borders, hanging baskets and, if it needs it, even paint the front door.

sealed and the tiles clean and grouted. Clear away the “Thank much toiletries, fold the towels and put the looyou seat so down!

De-clutter

time paint work becomes marked especially around Ms J.Y. light switches and on stairs with no wall rail. Check that Hoole all lights have working bulbs, the windows are clean both inside and out, there’s no dripping tap or broken fencing and that the curtains are put up properly.

De-clutter! It’s the phrase most sellers dread, but it doesn’t have to be painful! A large proportion of buyers are moving to gain more ‘space’, so show it off to them, “Thank you so much for don’t hide it! Make sure smaller or narrower areas such everything you’ve done in as the hallway, stairs and landing are free from clutter, ensuring the sale of my house especially at floor and eye level. A tidy room presents hasangone soone smoothly! Both much better than untidy so clear away the kids’ you and Richard have not only been toys, put the dog basket in the garage, take down the great fitting people inand forput viewings but birthday cards (temporarily) the dishes away.

helpful offering guidance through the

process – something that cannot be Kitchen

A kitchen is often the engine room a home where underestimated. I’ll be in of touch over wallsthe andnext tiles are to a greater amount fewsubject days with the keys butof wear and tear. youtogothank rippingyou it allfor out, try painting just Before wanted being the walls, the tiles, deep-cleaning cupboard greatre-grouting with the sale!” fronts and surfaces, you may be surprised what an M.it could save you thousands of effectCharlie this has (and Chester pounds!). If you are considering replacing the kitchen before you sell, please talk to us first so that we can help you assess the viability, cost and benefit.

for your wisdom, patience, guidance and The standard of decoration is always aYou consideration expertise. have been a so walk through your property with a critical great support.” eye. Over

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Outside “What spacea great partnership Richard

& Annie are. am sopurchasers pleased is I was Another important factor forI many the outside space your home has to offer. Patios andin recommended Somerville’s who decking should moss free and proved clean, thethey lawncan well mybeopinion have cut and thebig borders weeded. you have a garage,and try show the chains whatIfprofessionalism and keep it in order (although we know this is not customer service is all about. Annie took the alwaysout easy!) autumn months to stress of In house selling foryou memay by need keeping sweep up leaves and cut back summer growth. in contact each week. I will never have any

hesitation in recommending Somerville’s and Always remember you are selling in a competitive I am eagerly awaiting getting a signed copy of environment. Your house must stand out more to your Annie’s book!” buyer than any other property for sale at the time.

Mr Sandiford, If you would like any help or advice concerning your Curzon Park please call us on 318777 or e-mail home specifically, info@somervillesestateagents.co.uk and we will be happy to pop out and see you.

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79 Green Lane, Vicars Cross (opposite shops)

Fraser Coast, Australia

Looking out of my window to the cold blustery weather it’s hard to believe that this time three weeks ago I was in Queensland, Australia, where I was lucky enough to have visited Hervey Bay, Fraser Island and the Sunshine Coast. Hervey Bay is one of Queensland's best natural holiday destinations and it offers the world's closest whale watching encounters with humpback whales as well as easy access to World Heritage Listed Fraser Island; the world's largest sand island. Its safe sheltered waters make it an aquatic paradise perfect for all year round for swimming, diving, sailing, water sports and fishing. Along the Hervey Bay promenade are cosmopolitan and alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and a marina. Not forgetting the historic Urangan Pier - it's one of the longest in Australia and stretches for almost one kilometre into the ocean. Enjoy a bike ride along the foreshore, visit places such as the Orchid House within the beautiful Botanical Gardens, the Marina area or one of the many restaurants and cafes. Hervey Bay is often called the ‘Whale Watching Capital of the World’ and has now been recognised as the only genuine stop-over on the humpback whales' southern migration along Australia's East coast. The calm safe waters have become known worldwide as a prime whale watching area. There are many operators who offer whale watching tours, all vessels leaving from the Urangan Boat Harbour. As the years have gone by, the whales seem increasingly comfortable with the vessels and often come so close you can almost reach out and touch them. I have promised myself I will return here one day in the whaling season and hopefully I will be lucky enough to experience this myself. A short ferry ride from Hervey Bay you will find Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island. Fraser Island's World Heritage listing ranks it with Australia's Uluru, Kakadu and the Great Barrier Reef. Fraser Island is a precious part of Australia's natural and cultural heritage. Fraser Island is extremely beautiful, with its long white beaches edged by coloured sand cliffs and over 100 freshwater lakes, clear and blue all ringed by white sandy beaches. Fraser Island is the only place in the world where tall rainforests are found growing on sand dunes. I was very lucky to visit this incredible island, experience a 4WD tour and drive along 75 mile beach. The highlight was a scenic aerial flight over the island, the flight was amazing taking off and landing along the beautiful beach. All this and a trek through the tropical rainforest was something I will never forget and I have made myself a promise to visit again soon, hopefully in the not too distant future! www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/tracey.tweedle tracey.tweedle@travelcounsellors.com

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Jennie’s Catering of Christleton (est. 1985)

Canapés, Finger Buffets, Buffets, Casseroles Specially prepared freezer food – Soups, and Puddings.

Contact: - Jenny Adam 01244 330090

Yvonne West High quality mobile Ladies, Gents and Children’s Hairstylist Tel: 0151 339 9448 Mobile: 07980 881138

Music Lessons

Piano, Keyboard & Singing Tel: 07939 648426

Adults and Children - Beginners Welcome

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Find us at Barrowmore Enterprise Estate Barnhouse Lane Monday to Friday 9.30am till 3pm Great Barrow Saturday 10am till 3pm CH3 7JA We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for their continued support.

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Caldy Valley Renovations Ltd Local builders and roofing specialists All types of building work undertaken from new extensions and internal alterations to property maintenance and repairs All aspects of roofing including flat roofs Work carried out to the very highest of standards. Based on Eggbridge Lane, Waverton, we are a local building firm who pride ourselves in a personalised service, all of our customers have been extremely satisfied with the work and references can be obtained.

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Queen’s Young Voices on song for the final The Queen’s School Young Voices Choir competed in the Songs of Praise Junior School Choir of the Year competition at the weekend It was the second year in a row that the choir has competed in the BBC televised competition. Last year they lost out to Ysgol lol Morganwg school after a superb performance of ‘Make me a Channel of your Peace’ This year the televised performances took place at the Albert Hall, Nottingham and they were just pipped to the top spot by another Welsh choir, the very talented Ysgol Llangennech. The choir sang ‘I’ve got a Home in Gloryland’ and judges praised their beautiful sound and said they enjoyed the addition of ‘choralography’ - the dance moves that Choirmaster Mrs Corlett had choreographed especially for their performance. Headmistress of Queen’s Lower School Mrs Rachel Cookson said: “The girls had a fabulous time at the recording and just loved the drama and excitement of the whole thing. It was a truly rewarding experience for all of the girls who took part and we are extremely proud of them. They truly were worthy finalists.”

The Lions Club of Chester 56 Years meeting community needs Chester Lions are part of Lions International the World’s largest volunteer service organisation with some 1.4 million members in 200 countries worldwide. As volunteers, we rely on our members giving their time and efforts to help people less fortunate than ourselves. Every penny raised goes to good causes, nearly all used in our local community. We run many charity Fund Raising events The Fireworks Family Fun Night at Chester Race Course to name just one. The Lions Clubs International Foundation help international disasters with the funding of aid for these very large tragic happenings but Lions International contribution is always under the control of a Local Lions Club wherever the need arises. In addition to our charity work Lions have a lively social programme to suit all tastes so we ‘have fun’ and enjoy ourselves. To continue our ability to provide this humanitarian service we are looking for new Lion Members, male and female, who can devote whatever time they can to our work and have fun doing it. If you have the time to spare and would like to help in any way why not give it a go. No pressure to join but just maybe you will like what you see so give us a look . If you are interested contact Mike Hill on 01244 300030 or 07708 443750. You can find out more about us by going to www.chesterlions.co.uk 38

THE MOOS OF THE WORLD News from The Grange Farm, Mickle Trafford Red Poll cow and new calf. Courtesy of Ray Woodward.

OPEN FARM SUNDAY AND MORE ~ Open Farm Sunday is on 7th June, and is farmingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national open day administered by LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming). All are welcome at the farm and Trafford Mill from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Join us for farm and mill tours, rural crafts and activities in Trafford Mill Kitchen Garden, a much enlarged local produce fair, beekeeping demonstrations, a barbecue and more. If you fancy a day at the Nantwich Show on 29th July, we are running a coach to the show leaving at 09:00 a.m. and returning from Nantwich at 5:00 p.m. Fares include a substantial discount on admission to the show and full details will be published next month. Our Local Produce Fair continues each Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00. Cooling off.

RED POLL CATTLE ~ The whole herd has gone through another TB test and has happily been found to remain free of the disease. This means that sixteen of our animals are now going on loan to Lancashire Wildlife Trust to help them with conservation grazing at Lunt on Merseyside, and a further three will travel to Bryn near Wigan in June. All of them will be back in the autumn together with the eight animals already with LWT at Golbourne near Wigan. Around half of the cows have now given birth to their calves this year, which leaves thirty more calves still to appear, and all of the cattle are out at grass with the exception of the three bulls (Ernie, Frodo and Twoby) who will join their herds of cows in July. TRAFFORD MILL ~ Mickle Trafford Water Mill, or Trafford Mill, is the large red brick building visible from the Chester Fields and the Shrewsbury Arms, and stands at the end of a private lane leading from the A56 Warrington Road. The current mill dates from 1768 and is Grade II listed, but written records exist giving evidence of a mill on this site as far back as 1303. The building is owned by United Utilities, and is managed by a company called Trafford Mill Limited (TML). It is thanks to this company and the Cheshire branch of The Conservation Volunteers (which occupied the building for several decades) that the building is still standing. However, there is mounting concern about the condition of the building, and TML has just 40

authorised emergency repairs to protect the mill from the worst of the weather. Ato save and restore the mill and secure its long term future. (Perhaps a better name is wanted for the trust?) In parallel with the Friends of Trafford Mill and Wild Areas Community Interest Company (Pete Attwood, Steve Yandell and Ceris Timms) have done sterling work at the mill over the last twelve months, including the restoration of the forge which is now in use for metal working under the supervision of Chris Coe. Kate Spencer has worked tirelessly in liaison with United Utilities and Cheshire West & Chester Council regarding the future of the mill. We plan to install a reed bed to filter dirty water running into the Mill Stream from the A56. This will be of huge benefit to the River Gowy, and will be the first stage in turning the Mill Stream into a fish bypass for Trafford Mill Sluice on the main river. The next step involves increasing the flow of water through the mill with the aim of restoring to working order the main mill wheel. This would also allow a small scale hydro-electric power generator to be installed on the sluice itself. But now, Trafford Mill and the new building preservation trust need your help, support and ideas. The building needs to be listed as an Asset of Community Value (ACV) for which 21 signatories are required who must reside in our borough. Whilst grant funding may be available to help with the millâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restoration, it needs to generate an income to pay for its upkeep and maintenance. How does it do this? What would be the best use of the building both in terms of income generation Red Pollto cowthe and new calf. Courtesy of Ray Woodward. and of benefit community? Would you like to be involved with the new building preservation trust as a member or by giving practical help?

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Message from Inspector Keith Curbishley Your local officers are engaged this month on an operation to target wildlife crime. Such activity is very varied and attracts people from out of the area who will often have a much wider criminal background and commit other crimes whilst in the area. Offences such as digging badger sets, collecting birds eggs, fishing without the correct permissions and licenses, shooting or ‘lamping’ without the landowners permission, allowing pet dogs to run free amongst livestock and worry sheep are just some examples of illegal activities which occur in the countryside, 24 hours a day. Please support your local officers by reporting issues straight away. I would like to take this opportunity to again promote the ‘Cheshire Alert’ website, which you will already be signed up to if you are receiving this newsletter. Being able to tell people about local crimes trends and pass on crime prevention advice, is one of the best ways of encouraging people to improve their security and get the right information to the police so that criminals can be caught! If you have any friends or families who are not yet signed up, please take the time to sit down with them and help them to sign up – it may just prevent one of your loved ones from becoming a victim of crime themselves. www.cheshirepolicealert.co.uk Local priorities for June 2015 1. Wildlife Crime – Operation Debug is targeting those areas where crimes against wildlife are taking place. If you know of locations where wildlife offences are committed, please contact your local officer. 2. Burglaries – Both commercial burglaries and house burglaries. Times of day and methods of committing offences vary over the course of the year. Local officers regularly put out crime prevention advice, designed to reduce the risk at any particular time of year. At the moment, leaving doors and windows open during warm weather is a major risk. 3. Road safety – Social drinking during sunny summer evenings, increased numbers of motorcycles and cyclists on the roads and overgrown hedgerows which obscure vision are all increased risks on the roads at this time of year. Officers are targeting those drivers who choose to ignore the risks and drive in a manner which puts other road users in danger. Email western.rural.npu@cheshire.pnn.police.uk/ Twitter @WesternRuralNPU Website www.cheshire.police.uk 52

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13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; lucky for some!! It has been another fantastic month for both sales and lettings. Lettings continue to list the most properties on Rightmove every month, offering the most choice to potential tenants and delivering the most lets for Landlords. We are delighted to announce the opening of our new and larger City Centre office at 13 Grosvenor Street to continue our growing success in the Chester property market over the last decade. We would like to welcome you to number 13 to show you our new relaxed environment where you can learn about the latest properties while enjoying coffee, soft drinks and chocolate! And to celebrate we are offering the first 13 sales clients 0.9% + vat and for the first 13 landlords a 9% fully managed fee coupled with a very appealing setup fee! We would also like to introduce Liz Shaw who joins our Lettings team at this exciting time. Liz will concentrate on Property Management, using her rounded skills gained as Lettings Manager at another agent to build on our highly recommended management service for Landlords and Tenants. CITY OFFICE

13 Grosvenor St Chester CH1 2DD

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Tattenhall Croquet Club

CHURCHES TOGETHER IN CHRISTLETON

The Club meets each Tuesday 2-5pm and Thursday 5-8pm at the Tattenhall Sports and Recreation Club.

VILLAGE TEA ROOM IN THE METHODIST CHURCH SCHOOLROOM From 7th JUNE until 27TH SEPTEMBER 2015

We hold regular club tournaments and have matches against other teams in the area.

EVERY SUNDAY 2.30 P.M. UNTIL 4.30 P.M.

We have plenty of equipment to support new members and have a qualified coach as one of our members.

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For more information, visit our website www.tattenhallcroquetclub.weebly.com or contact Ruth Wrigley on 01829 770316

EVERYONE WELCOME PROCEEDS TO STARLIGHT

presents

(by Jeremy Lloyd & David Croft)

directed by Robin Norrie at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall on Thursday June 11th Friday June 12th & Saturday June 13th 2015 at 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm) Tickets on sale from Complement High Street Tattenhall from Friday May 15th 2015 Tickets: Adults £8 & Children £5

Bar & Raffle

Enquiries 07711 464338

Ken Griffin Flute Scholarship 2015 The final concert of the season is the ‘Ken Griffin Flute Scholarship’ on Sunday June 21st at 6.30pm at St. Alban’s Parish Church, Tattenhall. The biennial competition is open to the flautists of the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester and it returns to St. Alban’s for the second time, after a really successful event in 2013. Ken Griffin was the founder member of TMS in 2004 and the Flute Scholarship was inaugurated in his memory. It is a wonderful opportunity to hear each of the flute students play a short piece and the audience has the opportunity to vote for their favourite. It will be especially good to have a summertime event and let’s hope for a beautiful evening. Tickets are £8 for non-members and £6 for members and are on sale from Tattenhall News, Tattenhall Post Office or you can just pay on the door. If you want any more information call Anne McGrath 01829 770932

What’s On ... in the local area ... in JUnE FRI

CHAIR UPHOLSTERY & CHAIR CANING. Learn how to restore your furniture under the guidance of experienced teachers at Burley Hall, Waverton. Enquiries 01244 335308.

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DITZY ROSE CHILDRENS CLUB at Applegates Farm Shop.10.30-12.00. Father’s Day Gift Craft Club. £12 Includes biscuits & drink. To book call Nikki 07917 799147

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CHESTER RIVERSIDE CANOE CLUB is holding a GO CANOE day. A great opportunity for everyone to try canoeing or kayaking with our fully qualified instructors. Join us at the Riverside Centre, Lower Lane, Queens Park, Chester, CH4 7BB between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm for a fun filled day of water activities on the River Dee. Refreshments, including BBQ food, will be available throughout the day. Bring all the family and enjoy a fun time for only a £2 contribution per person. There will be qualified instructors to guide you through your experience and introduce you to canoeing and kayaking in a safe and controlled environment. For safety reasons all those under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult in a canoe only. www.ChesterRiversideCanoeClub.co.uk Registered charity no 1154274. ECCLESTON VILLAGE OPEN GARDENS 1pm-5pm. Plant & Produce Stall, Refreshments, Ice Creams and lots of beautiful gardens to look around. Only £4 per person - under 16s FOC.

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TATTENHALL AMATEUR DRAMATICS SOCIETY presents “Allo Allo” directed by Robin Norrie at the Barbour Institute. 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Don’t miss out on this exceptionally funny play!! All the characters you remember from the TV series are there!! A night of theatre in our own village…….Tickets £8 Adult & £5 Children on sale from 15th May from Complement, High Street, Tattenhall. Enquiries 07711 464338

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HUXLEY FILM NIGHT – “The Theory of Everything”. 7.30pm at Huxley Village Hall. Entrance £5 Wine/tea/coffee/ice cream on sale. Information 01829 781294 or 781573

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CHRISTLETON COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET at the Ring O’Bells 9.30am-1.30pm

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CHRISTLETON MONTHLY LUNCHEON CLUB. Serving a hot lunch at 12.30pm in the Parish Hall. All welcome. For nformation or to book a place call Liz (409414), Janet (325529) or Christine (335562).

CHAIR UPHOLSTERY & CHAIR CANING. Learn how to restore your furniture under the guidance of experienced teachers at Burley Hall, Waverton. Enquiries 01244 335308.

HEARTSTART TRAINING at The Studio, Tattenhall. 2pm-5pm. Donations to the Tattenhall First Responders gratefully received. Please ring Jill on 01829 771895 to book. For details see www.thestudiotattenhall.co.uk TOM BARRIE at Farndon Sports & Social Club. £4. For details call Ken on 01829 270965 CHESTER RSPB GROUP - FIELD TRIP to RSPB Coombes Valley, near Leek. Your chance to identify birdsong in the field. Meet at 8.30am. We may see pied flycatchers, spotted flycatchers, whitethroats, tree pipits and wood warblers, plus a wide variety of butterflies. Leader John Dawson, but this time it is essential to call Norman on 01244 335670 a few days before.

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TATTENHALL MUSIC SOCIETY’S final concert of the season is the ‘Ken Griffin Flute Scholarship’ at 6.30pm at St. Alban’s Parish Church, Tattenhall. The biennial competition is open to the flautists of the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester and it returns to St. Alban’s after a really successful event in 2013. It is a wonderful opportunity to hear each of the flute students play a short piece and the audience has the opportunity to vote for their favourite. Tickets are £8 for non-members and £6 for members and are on sale from Tattenhall News, Tattenhall Post Office or you can pay on the door. For more information call Anne McGrath 01829 770932

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CHESTER FAMILY HISTORY GROUP – 7.30pm – County Sports Club, Plas Newton Lane A talk on “ Estate Records” by a speaker from Cheshire Archives and Local Studies Office. Members and non-members welcome. Small charge on the door. Ample parking.

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SUMMER FUN DAY 2pm-4pm on Waverton School Field. Come and meet Frozen characters! Bouncy castle, BBQ, A Star Sports plus lots more. Family ticket just £5.

Charity Number 1154274

Sunday 7th June 2015 From 10.00am to 4.00pm Only £2 A Go Find us between the meadows and the suspension bridge. Our back door is at

CH4 7BB

(Lower Park Road, Queens Park)

Face Painting

Fancy Dress Competition

Live Music

Raffle Prizes Family Zoo Membership, Kindle, and many more!

All New Games & Prizes

Falconry Flying Display

From Local Artists

Waverton Village Fete 2015 – Saturday July 4th on the Village Playing Field The Rose Queen Procession will assemble at the top end of Ringway at 12.45pm with the Fete opening at 1.30pm on the field. Entrance £1.00 for adults and £0.50 pence for children. The Fete Procession will be led by the Farndon Brass Band and ‘Fancy Hats’ is the theme for the day. The organisations in the village are busy working on their stalls and sideshows and a baking competition . There will be music, a grand draw, a fairground, children’s sports, tombola, beer and wine, afternoon tea, burgers & hot dogs, ice-creams…..in fact everything that makes for a fantastic English summer event. Come along and share in the fun! Last year following the success of the Fete, a donation was given to all the uniformed organisations and to the Friday Club. A further donation of £1,000 has also been agreed to support the new Play Park initiative.

Christleton to Waverton Fun Run, Thursday 2nd July, 7.00pm start at Christleton Primary School Entry registration process as follows: • There is an entry limit of 500 runners. The run numbers will be issued on a first come first served basis. • Numbers will only be available on the night if the entry limit has not been reached beforehand • Numbers will only be issued on completion of the Fun Run entry form with the correct payment • All entry forms for Under 18s must have a parental signature completed • All under 9s must be accompanied by an adult on the run • Entry forms will be available to download online from the start of June at http:// www.wavertonvillage. info and http://www.christleton.org.uk Paper copies will be issued to Christleton and Waverton Primary Schools

Beer, wine and burgers for sale on Waverton Queen’s Field after the Fun Run!

0.9 % fee on 1st 13 new sales instructions in June 2015

9% management fee on 1st 13 new lettings in June 2015

Welcome to our new & larger City Office at 13 Grosvenor Street

FREE MARKET APPRAISAL NEW SALES & LETTING PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED HIGH DEMAND FOR QUALITY THOMAS PROPERTIES OFFICES:RURAL - 01244 330033 / CITY - 01244 311119 EMAIL: city@thomaspropertygroup.co.uk