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Welcome

Local news......................................... 4

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In the spotlight - Dave Andrews........ 9 Six of the best - back to school......... 10 Out and about................................. 17 Property............................................ 23

As summer officially draws to a close this month and the children return to school we’ve got a bumper edition of Oswestry Life for you.

Check out the recipes page for delicious, healthy back to school breakfasts and our favourite stationery on page 10. Even our Nostalgia page has joined the theme, focusing on Oswestry Boys and Girls High School then and the remarkable transformation now.

For a bit of escapism, fashion is taking a walk on the wild side on page 50, with safari trends and animal prints. Approach with caution!

Enjoy the read, and keep your news coming. We love hearing from you.

Charlotte Ruscoe EDITOR

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Oswestry Life is published by DTS Media. The views expressed within this publication do not necessarily reflect those of DTS Media. The reproduction of any material in this magazine is forbidden without the written consent of the publisher. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, DTS Media can in no way accept liability for omissions or incorrect insertions or any consequences arising from use of this publication. © DTS Media Ltd. 2018

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Approachable and thoughtful Ward Clerk named Health Hero A ward clerk who has been described as ‘approachable, kind and thoughtful’ has been named July’s Health Hero at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital.

Tina Davies, who works on Baschurch Day Unit at the Oswestry-based hospital, won the award for being an amazing ambassador and first point-of-contact for the unit.

The award is presented to unsung heroes from across the hospital, who are nominated by their colleagues for going above and beyond.

Tina was nominated by Rachel Owen, staff nurse, on Baschurch Day Unit.

She said: “When you arrive at Baschurch, Tina is sat at the reception desk is often the first person patients and families meet.

“She greets people with a friendly, genuine smile and effortlessly puts people at ease, especially when their emotions and nerves can be running high.

“Throughout the years I’ve worked with Tina, she goes above and beyond the call of duty to ensure she does everything in her power to benefit her colleagues, patients and their relatives.

“Tina is very intuitive and caring and I feel very privileged to work alongside her.”

The award was presented to her by Mark Brandreth, chief executive, in front of patients on Baschurch Day Unit who were waiting to go for surgery.

Tina said: “I’m so shocked, it hasn’t hit home that Rachel nominated me and I was chosen as a winner but I’m so grateful.

“I absolutely love the hospital, I’ve worked here for 10 years and I’ve met some amazing people and made great friends along the way – I’m very lucky.”

TOP: Rachel Owen, staff nurse; Tina Davies, ward clerk; Mark Brandreth, chief executive; and Rachael Flood, Baschurch day unit manager.

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£1,800 raised for Children’s Wales Air Ambulance An Oswestry family who recently held a charity evening have raised £1,800 for the Children’s Wales Air Ambulance.

Nia Morris and her husband Ian and daughter Alice from Oswestry decided to hold the charity event to thank the Children’s Wales Air Ambulance for transporting their daughter Florence all the way from Leeds down to Wrexham Maelor hospital with great care.

Nia told Oswestry Life magazine, “We had a difficult summer in 2017, and as a family we wanted to raise a nice amount of money to help family’s who find themselves in a similar situation to us.

“The monies will go direct to the Children’s Wales Air Ambulance, not a lot of people realise this incredible service is available for children.”

The fun-filled family evening held at the end of July at The Venue, consisted of a hog roast, charity auction and live music.

Nia said, “We would like to thank everyone who donated and attended the charity evening.”

TOP: The Morris family hand over their donation to Children’s Wales Air Ambulance

Charity calendar launched

Oswestry Life magazine have teamed up with Hope House to produce a 2019 calendar, with all proceeds going directly to the charity.

Britain in Bloom judges visit town Oswestry recently welcomed judges from Britain in Bloom, the UK’s longest running gardening competition. After winning ‘Best In Class’ in the Heart Of England competition for the first time in 2017, Oswestry was automatically entered into the “Large Town” class in the national Britain In Bloom competition. This is quite an accolade and something the Oswestry in Bloom committee are extremely proud of.

The committee has worked closely with both Shropshire Council and Oswestry Town Council in creating a special visit for the judges.

Cae Glas Park was one of the main attractions, however the judges were also keen to see a town clean from graffiti and litter, a town that supports community projects and a town that protects its heritage.

The three-hour visit involved presentations, visits, walking and driving tours and discussions with local media. The judges enjoyed a civic welcome from the mayor, councillor Sandy Best and a louder one from the recently appointed town crier Phil Brown. Results will be announced in October at a presentation evening in Belfast.

ABOVE: The maintenance team Jason Brotherton, Chris Powell and

Charles Jones meet Britain in Bloom judges. Picture courtesy of Graham Mitchell

Oswestry Community Games

The sixth annual Oswestry Community Games is set to take place on 23 September in Cae Glas Park from 11am to 3.45pm. It promises to be yet another successful day in the park with sport, music, arts and dance from local groups all providing free activities.

Special guest on the day will be Di Carrington who was part of the all-female crew to take on the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, where she claimed three world records. Rowing 3,000 miles from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean, the journey took 60 days, 18 hours and 34 minutes, with the crew contending with 40 ft waves, chronic sleep deprivation and strong winds.

Di said: “I am honoured and delighted to be involved and part of this special day. It will be an absolute privilege to attend the Oswestry Community Games, and I very much look forward to contributing towards making the Games another success.”

ABOVE RIGHT: Di Carrington, guest of honour at this year’s Oswestry Community Games

Joint managing director, David Lee-Birch of DTS Media Limited said: “We are overwhelmed by the success of our titles, our Oswestry Life title which was only launched in March 2017 has fast become Oswestry’s number one publication and we wanted to celebrate by giving something back to a local charity.”

“We are very privileged to have such a prestigious local photographer, Graham Mitchell working alongside our brand, supporting the magazine, both in print and daily on our social media channels, therefore we will be showcasing Graham’s photographs, capturing the local beauty we have on our door step within our beautiful glossy 2019 launching soon. All proceeds from the sale of the calendar (£6.50) will go direct to Hope House.

“We would like to thank our loyal advertisers who have sponsored the printing and made this exciting project possible.”

Hope House area fundraiser Lynsey Kilvert said: “We are so grateful that Oswestry Life magazine have chosen Hope House as their charity”.

“Oswestry Life are tremendous supporters of Hope House and we are proud to be associated with such a fantastic local publication.”

Visit www.oswestry.life to order a calendar.

Sing-along at West Felton Church A community sing-along event with a 1918 theme is taking place at St Michael’s Parish Church in West Felton on Saturday 29 September at 7pm. The event pays homage to the centenary of the end of WWI and the concert will feature popular songs of the period. The audience are invited to dress in period costume for the event.

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Teenage fundraiser raises over £3300 A teenager from Oswestry has raised over £3300 with a 12-hour sponsored wodathon cross-fit workout and a raffle held at Basecamp Gym. Abbie Dean raised the money after being touched by the strength and bravery of her coach at the gym, Laura. In January Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer and has just received her final round of chemotherapy.

Throughout the gruelling treatment, Laura continued to take her classes in a true show of grit and determination, inspiring her young students in the process.

To support the cause, visit: https://uk.virginmoneygiving. com/AbbieDean3

A golden season for the Otters Local swimming club, Oswestry Otters’ 2017-18 season has ended on a high.

After investing in its first paid head coach (Timothie Hastie), the club has gone from strength to strength, including introducing a five day training schedule for all members and registering the club as a charity.

“We have been so inspired and proud of our members this year, in particular the club spirit has been shown by Morgan Jones who competed at the British Swimming Championships in Edinburgh in March and Tom Piggott who went to the British Para-Swimming Championships in Sheffield.

We also super succeeded expectations at this year’s Home Nationals in Wales - Swansea.

It was a long seven days of events with about 75 hours of swimming, nevertheless we saw 15 finalists from Shropshire members. A total of nine

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left: Oswestry Otters paraswimmer Tom Piggott with six gold medals from the Welsh National

medals were achieved - seven Golds for team Otters and one silver and bronze for the other Shropshire club members in attendance.”

Tim concluded: “Although this season is over, our vision and goals are always at the forefront of our minds for the upcoming swimming season. The club has invested in new equipment to help build up an injury prevention and strength and conditioning program in addition to providing funds towards a new backstroke starting wedge, which will help with the future development of all of our swimmers.”

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As Dave says in the introduction to his book - ‘I wish to dedicate this book to the people of Oswestry.

It was you I had in mind as my potential audience while I was

“We can all be proud of the fact that he was a native of our town, just as he himself was proud of his connection with the area and with his Welsh forefathers.” writing it. Wilfred Owen was born in our town and we should be proud of his achievements.’

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‘Wilfred Owen: Poet of Oswestry’ a new book by Dave Andrews

Many of us know that Wilfred Owen was born in Oswestry and that he was killed during World War One but most of us probably know very little else about him - except perhaps that he became famous as a poet after his death. Dave Andrews’ new book on the town’s most famous son provides a clear and concise introduction to Wilfred Owen’s short but eventful life.

“I wanted to write a book that would give people the main facts about Wilfred Owen without going into great depth”, says Dave. “He deserves to be better known and better understood. I also wanted to remind the world that he was born here in Oswestry. Other places may claim him as theirs and commemorate his name, but we can all be proud of the fact that he was a native of our town, just as he himself was proud of his connection with the area and with his Welsh forefathers.”

As well as a biographical section on Wilfred, the book has separate

sections on his poetic development and his Welsh identity. “I realised that not everyone might be interested in his development as a poet,” says Dave, “so I decided to discuss this in a separate section. It will provide a solid basis for students of his work and for people who want to learn about the influences on his poetry.”

‘Wilfred Owen: Poet of Oswestry’ has been written to coincide with the town’s centenary commemorations of Wilfred’s death in battle in 1918.

At the time of his death, his work was virtually unknown and it was to be several years before his poetry reached a wider audience. His reputation grew steadily during the twentieth century and in particular during the 1960s. Today his poems are read and studied throughout the English-speaking world and beyond it in translation. Wilfred Owen - a son of Oswestry - is now regarded as one of the greatest poets of the twentieth century in the English language.

Dave is currently Reader and Writer in Residence at Oswestry Library and holds degrees in literature from the universities of Bangor and Oxford. He has published a number of books in Welsh and English including novels and guidebooks to the mountains of Wales. His two most recent books, The Oswestry Round and Gobowen to Everest, were both written to raise money for Cancer Research UK and Lingen Davies Cancer Fund, for whom Dave is a Community Coordinator. ‘Wilfred Owen: Poet of Oswestry’ is Dave’s tenth book.

‘Wilfred Owen: Poet of Oswestry’ is available in Booka and also online from www.oswestryround.co.uk Priced at £5. You can also contact Dave directly for a signed copy at dand103750@aol.com Dave is available to give talks on his books.

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Cindy Wilday, director of the private hire firm, said Oswestry and the surrounding area was very much on the up and Go Carz was thrilled at the prospect of being part of the current business boom in the town.

“It is interesting to think back a couple of years when everything seemed doom and gloom after the Brexit vote,” she said. “But I think most people and businesses have just decided to get on with it - and nowhere is that more obvious than in Oswestry.

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Charity Market

7th September – 9am until 3pm Working closely with community supporters The Qube, Oswestry Markets’ hosts a charity market on the Bailey Head aimed at raising important funds and awareness for a wide number of local charities.

Bailey Head Dog Show

8th September Free family event in aid of Hectors Greyhound Rescue.

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Heritage Open Day

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8th - 16th September National initiative to open as many historical places as possible to the public for free. Oswestry has a wide number of interesting activities including aetiological digs, St Oswald’s tower, market activities, the Town Museum and the Park Hall trenches etc. Go to www.oswestrytownmusuem.co.uk for further details

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Mon-Sat until 8 September

8-16 September

SHROPSHIRE GUILD OF CONTEMPORARY CRAFT Willow Gallery, Oswestry Exhibition showcasing the best of local crafts; Free admission; 9.30am-5pm

HERITAGE OPEN DAYS National initiative to open as many historical places as possible to the public for free.

Oswestry has a wide number of interesting activities including aetiological digs, St Oswald’s tower, market activities, the Town Museum and the Park Hall trenches etc.

Go to www.oswestrytownmusuem.co.uk for further details

1 September

MAGIC SHOW! Oswestry Library, Arthur St Join Rob Spinks for a spell-binding hour of marvellous magic. Suitable for children over 5yrs. 2-3pm £3 per child. Book with library staff.

Call: 01743 250351.

1 September

HAWKSTONE PARK COLOUR RUN IN AID OF HOPE HOUSE Hawkstone Park Follies, Shrewsbury The happiest 3k you will ever walk, dance or run whilst being doused from head to toe in different colours at each kilometre!

Time slots from 9.30am until 1.30pm.

Adults £16.50 (13 and above), children £12.50 (age 4-12). Children under 14 should be accompanied by adults. Visit www. hawkstoneparkfollies.co.uk for further details

1 & 15 September

INTRODUCTION TO LINDY HOP The Qube, Oswald Rd, Oswestry SY11 1RB A short introduction to this popular 1940s swing/ jazz dance with tutor Adrienne Ward. Learn the basic techniques and have lots of fun!

10am-12pm, £8 per session. Call Qube on 01691 656882 or visit www.qube-oca.org.uk to book.

2 September

WALK THE OSWESTRY CAE GLAS PARK MEMORY WALK FOR DEMENTIA The walk will take place at Oswestry’s Cae Glas Park from 10.30am Unite against dementia by signing up for a locally organised Alzheimer’s Society’s Memory Walk. You can find more details about the event on facebook https://www. facebook.com/events/236648363625422/ or you can register your interest by emailing oswestrymemorywalk@outlook.com.

2 September

GREEN FAIR Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington Free entrance just £1 to park. Join for our Green Fair, conservation Groups including Shropshire Wildlife Trust, practical demonstrations for children including tree planting, owl pellet investigation, Trade and Gift Stalls. Contact Castle on 01691 662500 or e-mail info@ whittingtoncastle.co.uk

2 & 23 September

CAR BOOT SALE Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington £5 per car. Cars from 8.30am. Sorry no trade stands, open 9-1ish. No need to book just turn up Tel: 01691 662500 or e-mail info@ whittingtoncastle.co.uk

4 September

MOLLY’S GAME (15) Kinokulture Cinema, Oswestry Molly Bloom (An acclaimed performance from Jessica Chastain) was an Olympic class skier who ran an exclusive high stakes poker game with players including Hollywood stars and the Russian mafia. Eventually she was arrested and had to rely on her lawyer (Idris Elba) as her only ally. 7.30pm www.oswestryfilmsociety.com

6 September

Library talk - SUSAN OWEN – MOTHER OF WARTIME POET Oswestry Library, Arthur St Dave Andrews talks about the fascinating story of the strong-minded and formidable mother of the famous World War One poet, Wilfred Owen.

12.30-1.30pm Free event in aid of Heritage Open Days festival. Book with library staff.

Call: 01743 250351.

7 September

CHARITY MARKET Bailey Head Working closely with community supporters The Qube, Oswestry Markets’ aim at raising important funds and awareness for a wide number of local charities. 9am – 3pm Call: 01691 680222

7,14,21,28 September

SINGING FOR HEALTH Oswestry Library, Arthur St Join Chloe Murray’s singing workshops. See how singing can support your health and wellbeing. No previous experience required.

11am -12.15pm. £6.50 per session or £20 for block of 4. Please book with library staff. Call: 01743 250351.

8 September

BAILEY HEAD DOG SHOW Free family event in aid of Hectors Greyhound Rescue. Small entry fee for classes Call: 01691 680222

8 September

RELEASE YOUR EXTRAORDINARY WOMAN Oswestry Library, Arthur St Join Lise McNamara, from Mcnamara Focus, in an interactive workshop to learn who you are, which emotions and behaviours are blocking you, and how to release and move forward. 101pm. This is a free event as part of the Heritage Open Days festivals. Pre-booking essential with library staff. Call: 01743 250351

9 September

HOUSE OF BLACKSTAR MEDIEVAL – LIVING HISTORY DAY Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington Living history displays, talks and games.

Free entrance, just £1 to park.

Contact Castle on 01691 662500 or e-mail info@whittingtoncastle.co.uk

10 September

CRAFTY KNITTERS The Senior Citizens Club Lorne Street Oswestry.

Our aim is to get together, meet people and have a chat while supporting local charities with knitting. Sessions on the 2nd Monday of the month. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £2 includes refreshments, all welcome.

11 September

FREE LIPREADING TASTER DROP-IN Oswestry Library, Arthur St A free drop in for information about learning this life-changing skill in recognition of Lipreading Awareness week 2018. 2-4pm.

No booking required, just come along.

12 September

CHEESE AND WINE Brynkinalt Hall, Chirk. 7pm-9pm.

Raising money for Cancer Research UK. Tickets £10 which includes a glass of wine/ juice and cheese and a chance to look around Brynkinalt Hall. Tickets available from Annie Kerr 01691 659794, Lizzie.kerr@sky.com.

12 September

A WOMAN’S VOICE Oswestry Library, Arthur St How far do you think women have come in a hundred years? Life was hard for women.

The suffragettes fought for women’s rights.

But just how bad was it?

P.J. Roscoe discusses these ideas and more.

A Learning at Lunchtime event 12.30-1.30pm. £3. Please book with library staff.

Call: 01743 250351.

14 & 28 September

“WOW” WORDS ‘N’ PICS OPEN WRITERS Creative writing – beginners and all abilities welcome. Meeting fortnightly 1 – 3 pm.

Interactive workshops and full support.

Contact Jan on 07702 165717 or e mail janhedger7@googlemail.com

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14 September

NEOLITHIC, BRONZE AGE AND IRON AGE SITES IN THE TANAT VALLEY Oswestry Methodist Church Hall, Castle Street.

Organised by Oswestry & Border History & Archaeology Group. Bill Britnell will explore the rich prehistoric heritage of the Tanat valley from its source beyond Pennant Melangell downstream to Four Crosses.Members £1, non-members £3. 7.30pm - 9pm.

Contact Derek Williams on 01691 661793 or email hanes@obhag.org.uk

15 September

IMPROVISING - A VOCAL GATHERING WITH KATE ALLAN Hermon Chapel Arts Centre, Oswestry. 11am1pm. Kate Allan offers her personal approach to singing as a taster session with potential of future monthly follow-up sessions. £7/£8. Prior registration required, as spaces are limited.

Box Office: 01691 662196

15 September

20 September

SHORT STORY WRITING (INTENSIVE) The Qube, Oswald Rd, Oswestry SY11 1RB Tutor: Suzanne Iuppa A dedicated course to get you creating, and crafting, publishable short stories written in own unique voice. 6 week course, delivered fortnightly (writing is involved in between) starts 20 September, 7-9pm, £65 Call Qube on 01691 656882 or visit www.qube-oca.org.uk to book.

20 September

THE MARCHES SCHOOL OPEN EVENING Morda Road, Oswestry, SY11 2AR Come and see what the Marches School has to offer and start your future with us.

Meet the teachers, take part in an explosive science show and view our fantastic facilities.

4.30pm – 7.30pm. Headteacher talk at 5.30pm and 6.30pm.

For more information call: 01691 664407

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION OF WHITTINGTON CASTLE Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington Charity Fundrasing event for the castle. A night of ghost hunting at Whittington Castle. From 8pm until midnight. Refreshments included.

Group vigils, equipment will be provided.

Ring to reserve a ticket on 01691 662500.

21 September

15 & 16 September

23 September

MERCENARIES OF MERCIA/ WHITTINGTON GUILD – LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington Heritage Open Day tours & Living History Weekend, weapon displays, skirmishes, cookery demonstrations. Free entrance, just £1 to park.

Contact Castle on 01691 662500 or e-mail info@whittingtoncastle.co.uk

LIVE MUSIC WITH FB POCKET ORCHESTRA Willow Gallery, Oswestry Presenting a contemporary slant on the popular acoustic music of the 1920/30s and earlier; 8pm (doors open 7pm); licensed bar; £12 (children £6); 01691 657575 HOPE HOUSE WELSHPOOL CANAL WALK 8 mile walk along the beautiful Montgomeryshire Canal from Welshpool to Garthmyl, on the edge of Berriew, and back again. Registration is free and there is no minimum sponsorship The walk starts at 10am. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs are welcome.

23 September

OSWESTRY COMMUNITY GAMES Large annual event held in Cae Glas Park giving everyone the chance to try a number of sports for free including tennis, football, archery, martial arts, hockey, rugby etc. Great family day out. Call: 01691 680222

25 September 15 September–27 October

AUTUMN OPEN EXHIBITION Willow Gallery, Oswestry Featuring Outline Art Group from the East Cheshire/Staffordshire borders; Free admission; 9.30am-5pm

18 September

BIRTH (15) Kinokulture Cinema, Oswestry Stars Nicole Kidman as Anna, a widow about to re-marry when she meets a young boy claiming to be a re-incarnation of her late husband .

Unable to ignore him, Anna finds her contact with the boy leads her to question the choices she has made in her life. Screen legend Lauren Bacall appears in one of her last film roles.

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THREE POETS, THREE POEMS: WORLD WAR ONE Oswestry Library, Arthur St An appreciation of three poems by Wilfred Owen, John McCrae and Major Oliver Hogue, led by Wendy Lowdon. A Learning at Lunchtime event 12.30-1.30pm. £3.00. Please book with library staff. Call: 01743 250351.

27 September

THE OSWESTRY HERITAGE COMICS Oswestry Library, Arthur St Helping to bring history to life: Join local artist and archaeologist John Swogger as he talks about his year-long series of newspaper comic strips. A Learning at Lunchtime event 12.30-1.30pm. £3.00. Please book with library staff. Call: 01743 250351.

28 September

ARTISAN MARKET A collection of quality local craft and food producers held in Bailey Street and the Bailey Head. 9am until 3pm Call: 01691 680222

28 September

IT DROP-INS- NEW! The Qube, Oswald Rd, Oswestry SY11 1RB Weekly drop-ins to learn new skills (e.g. Online shopping, photo sharing, Facebook, Skype, Facetime, using your mobile device or tablet/ iPad) Booking essential as places limited.

Fridays starting 28 September, 10-11.30am, £5 Call Qube on 01691 656882 or visit www. qube-oca.org.uk to book.

28 September

HERMON JAZZ: JEAN TOUSSAINT’S YOUNG LIONS Hermon Chapel Arts Centre, Oswestry The Hermon welcomes its Jazz audience back with an exciting performance by acclaimed grammy award winning saxophonist Jean Toussaint, best-known for his involvement in Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers founded in the 1950s.

Doors Open at 8pm for 8.30pm start. Ticket Price: £5 - £12- booking fee applies Box Office: 01691 662196

28, 29, 30 September

1940’S WELSHPOOL WEEKEND Lytham St Annes Spitfire, Miltary & Civilian Vehicles, Re-Enactors, Vintage Hairdresser, Talks, Displays & Exhibitions, Vintage & Miltaria Traders More information on: www. welshpool1940sweekend.co.uk

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A well-appointed 4-bedroom detached property **For Sale with No Onward Chain** - A newly in a pleasant cul-de-sac location within a popular renovated spacious 4-bedroom mature locality convenient for local village amenities. Briefly town house which has been sympathetically comprising: Entrance Hall, Cloaks/WC, Lounge, modernised to provide excellent family Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility, First Floor Landing, living and benefitting from enclosed offPART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED Master Bedroom Ensuite, Three Further Bedrooms, road parking provision and garden to rear.

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OIRO £229,950 12 Park Street, Oswestry IMPRESSIVE FOUR BEDROOM VICTORIAN HOUSE WITH PERIOD FEATURES & PARKING - Retaining many period features, this impressive family home also benefits from two reception rooms, breakfast room, conservatory, kitchen, loft room and a cellar. There is off road parking and enclosed gardens to the front and rear. Situated on a much sought after road close to the centre of Oswestry and within walking distance to local amenities, shops and schools. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this property’s location, presentation and accommodation.​EPC - E

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Bryn Awel, Woodlands Road, Froncysyllte​ This three bedroom detached house is situated in an elevated position, enjoying views across the Dee Valley towards the Pontcysyllte aqueduct. The property benefits from approximately 5 acres of mature woodland and has undergone a series of improvements which include; new kitchen, en-suite shower room, family bathroom, windows, tarmac drive, re-wired, re-plumbed and new log burners.

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99 Maple Avenue, Oswestry 3 bedroom terrace, enclosed gardens and parking - This property is being sold as part of the “Affordable Housing Policy” EPC - B

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12 Upper Brook Street, Oswestry 2​ Bedroom town house, parking, gas central heating EPC - C

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Yew Tree Cottage, Oswestry

5 bedroom, lounge/ dining room, kitchen, downstairs bedroom/second reception and en suite bathroom, off road parking and enclosed gardens to the rear.​EPC - C

OIRO £299,950 Spacious three bedroom detached bungalow on generous corner plot with double garage EPC - D

2 bedroom, Living room, kitchen, utility room, some original features. Outside workshop, shed and off road parking, lovely views EPC - D

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Sage green One colour that is making a comeback in full force this year is Sage Green and we are very happy about it.

This sophisticated earthy shade of green has many different tones allowing you to pick the one that works best for the space and decor. It can be incorporated into your interior in a lot of ways due to being a fairly neutral shade, meaning there’s no danger of it being too overpowering in your home.

We rounded up our best sage green products in all different tones to show you the wide variety of the colour and spark inspiration of how you can use this on trend colour in your own way.

LEFT: Dillon table lamp, £96 from Dar Lighting Group www.darlighting.co.uk ABOVE CENTRE: Gisela Graham photo frame, £9.60, from Garden Centre @Derwen College, Gobowen. www.visitderwen. co.uk.

ABOVE RIGHT: Sage green jug, £11.50 from Garden Centre @ Derwen College, Gobowen. www.visitderwen.co.uk FAR RIGHT: 100% wool rug, 1.83 x 1.22m £238.99 from Frith Rugs www.frithrugs.co.uk. Visit the store: 19 Vanguard Way, Shrewsbury RIGHT: Green bamboo vase, £20 from The Contemporary Home www.tch.net 26 | Oswestry life

ABOVE: Haipot pendant light by Dyberg Larsen, £135.50 from Lime Lace www.limelace.co.uk; Sheepskin rug in sage, £80 from Baa Stool www.baastool.co.uk

THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Eichholtz Le Sereno mirror, £890 from Sweetpea & Willow www.sweetpeaandwillow.com Antique silver flamingo table lamp with sage fade shade £150 and Orlando sage green occasional chair, £1295, both from Alexander & Pearl www.alexanderandpearl.co.uk Bloomingville sage green class bobble vase, £31 from Beaumonde www.beaumonde.co.uk Upcycled green stool from a range created by students for Coleg Derwen enterprise Hŵre.

Priced £28 from Garden Centre @Derwen College, in Gobowen. www.visitderwen.co.uk.

Tidal eclipse print cushion, £48 from Jolt www. thisisjolt.co.uk Visit the store: 17a Cross Street, Oswestry Rushbury painted small sideboard, £579 from Wooden Furniture Store www.woodenfurniture-store.co.uk

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Town centre apartments An apartment block in an historic Oswestry building has been transformed following a major renovation. Cambrian Buildings on Oswald Road dates back to 1869 and now features seven recently renovated luxury one-bedroom apartments, released through agent Woodhead Oswestry Sales and Lettings.

Situated in a town centre location, the flats benefit from integrated appliances and solid oak worktops in the kitchen, period features, communal gardens and seating areas and a bike store. There is also a secure carpeted personal store room with electricity supply for each flat. The properties are finished to a high standard with many additional features.

Prices start from £85,000 and viewings can be booked with the agent by calling Woodhead Oswestry Sales and Lettings on 01691 680044.

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Gardening

Fashionably late Perennials Add fresh excitement to your autumn displays by including a selection of seasonal stunners to flower beds and patio pots. Several hardy perennials have been patiently growing all year, waiting for their turn to take centre stage. And now their time has come to burst into bloom, filling our gardens with vibrant colour.

Japanese anemones are always a favourite. Tall and bold, their simple flowers in shades from pink to white really celebrate the season. They’re adaptable too, growing in sites from full sun to partial shade.

Commonly called Ice Plants, the thick fleshy foliage of sedum varieties add interest throughout the year, from the moment it develops in spring. Varieties are available with foliage colours from green to grey and deep purple, and some with variegated green and white leaves look particularly impressive grown individually in small terracotta pots. Their flowers come in eye-catching colours from pure white to pink and red, proving as attractive to us as they are bees and butterflies.

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perennials to flower through September and October, the Michaelmas Daisies. Many are varieties of the New York aster, Aster novi-belgii, but several other types of aster are available also. A succession of blooms gives asters long-lasting appeal, and they make great cut flowers too.

Verbena is another great performer, flowering over many months to really earn its place in any garden.

It’s hard to beat the Argentinian vervain, Verbena bonariensis, valued for its tall, branching stems topped with clusters of purple flowers. Its airy growth habit means it can be slotted in among lower neighbours, growing-up and flowering above them. For patio pots try growing the more compact and bushier Verbena rigida instead.

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Aico apprenticeships investing in your future For the first time Aico Ltd, an Ei Company, based in Maesbury Industrial Estate, Oswestry will be recruiting for a number of apprentices over the summer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK’s leading fire and gas detection business. There will be a number of apprenticeships on offer including an (ICT) Infrastructure Technician apprenticeship, Customer Service apprenticeship, Technical Support Engineer apprenticeship and a Finance apprenticeship.

Success for Aico has been based on excellent quality product, comprehensive sales, marketing and technical support, and a passion for what they do, which is infectious. Yes, it is a business with all the commercial pressures that brings, but it’s a business that saves lives and for the people who work here that makes all the difference. “Of the 60 or so people who work at our offices on the Maesbury Industrial Estate, by far the majority come from Oswestry” states Aico managing director, Neal Hooper. “They are a fundamental factor in Aico’s success, I would go as far as to say they are exceptional. We see apprenticeships as an investment

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in the future of Oswestry and we are looking forward to being a part of this.”

Michelle Duffy, Internal Sales Manager adds: “We are looking for apprentices across all departments who have a positive attitude, who are willing to learn and have a passion for excellent customer service. Apprentices will benefit from a comprehensive training package and competitive rates of pay. Aico is a professional and supportive place to work and we are all looking forward to welcoming our apprentices in the near future.”

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First-class pastoral care Pupils at leading Shropshire prep school, Packwood Haugh, have the best of all worlds. The school is set in beautiful grounds of more than 65 acres, but within easy reach of the network of main roads that enables access to the wider region and beyond. The children enjoy the freedom of all that green space every day during break times, games sessions and, for boarders in particular, after school hours during their free time.

Outdoor learning features on the curriculum as much as possible with teachers using the school’s wonderful environment to bring learning to life.

As a boarding school, Packwood is able to support busy parents of day children by providing extended care at both ends of the school day. Breakfast and supper are both popular options and many day children choose to take part in the wide variety of evening clubs and activities before staying for the night too.

Boarding remains as popular as ever with first-class pastoral care, support and stability provided by a dedicated and professional team. The new academic year begins with new house parents, Roy and Cristina Chambers, taking over boys’ boarding. In common with the girls’ house parents, James and Beth Mullock, they are

Outdoor learning features on the curriculum as much as possible with teachers using the school’s wonderful environment to bring learning to life. keen to recreate the ‘family feel’ in the boarding house.

Roy, one of Packwood’s deputy heads, is looking forward to another successful year in Packwood’s long history, “Pupils enjoy a full and broad curriculum ranging from rigorous and engaging academic lessons to sport, extra-curricular activities and trips with a full complement of music, art and drama as well.

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“Every girl in England should have at least a term in this environment” Good Schools Guide

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WREXHAM GLYNDWR UNIVERSITY september OPEN DAY Wrexham Glyndwr University is holding an Open Day on September 8, designed to give prospective students a taste of what it’s like to study at Wrexham Glyndwr and a chance to learn much more about the wide variety of degree programmes available, what the campus has to offer as well as being able to meet with course staff and current students.

The university has a range of courses available at foundation, undergraduate and post graduate level, many of which can also be studied part-time. More than half of current Wrexham Glyndwr students study part-time and includes a widevariety of age groups.

Ebony Banks is a Hospitality,

The university has a range of courses available at foundation, undergraduate and post graduate level, many of which can also be studied part-time Tourism & Events Management student about to enter her final year at Wrexham Glyndwr. She said: “I came to an open day to find out more after reading about the course I was interested in online. I fell in love with the university.

“The lecturers are an amazing support and my course is really good because you also get to do the practical elements such as going to the venues you’ve chosen to use.

“I’ve become a much more confident person since joining Wrexham Glyndwr; there’s such a

above: Ebony Banks is about to enter her final year at Wrexham Glyndwr

diverse range of people here that it was really easy to make lots of new friends and my grades have improved too.”

A number of talks are taking place at the Open Day plus the opportunity to tour the Regent Street campus which houses many of Wrexham Glyndwr’s Creative Arts courses.

Lesa Grimes-Thomas completed a degree in Applied Arts at Wrexham Glyndwr and has since begun study for a master’s degree in Design Practice.

She said: “There’s a family feel to Wrexham Glyndwr University and the few times I have struggled, lecturers have asked how they can help and are there for you. Tutors are really friendly, approachable and always on hands when you need them.

“My course is a mixture of ages from school leavers to mature students and having the different age groups working together is a good combination. You should come and try Wrexham Glyndwr University, it’s fantastic.”

Lesa will also be exhibiting at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew in October which will showcase work from 150 of the most exciting UK-based and international contemporary designer-makers.

“I’ve become a much more confident person since joining Wrexham Glyndwr; there’s such a diverse range of people here that it was really easy to make lots of new friends and my grades have improved too” Admissions Manager at Wrexham Glyndwr University, Andy Phillips said: “We still have availability across a range of subject areas for September so it’s not too late for anyone considering a career change or who is unsure if university is for them, to come and find out.

“The admissions team will be on hand throughout the day to answer any questions about the admissions process and advise on entry requirements. There’s something for everyone at Wrexham Glyndwr so make sure you come along on September 8 and find your future!”

Open Day runs from 10am – 2pm with last entry at 1pm. You can drop in throughout the day but don’t forget to check the list of talks and events so you don’t miss something that’s important to you. For more information or to book to attend the Open Day visit: wgu.ac.uk/908p.

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WOLVERHAMPTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL JUDGED “EXCELLENT” IN ALL AREAS BY THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS INSPECTORATE

School Open Day Saturday 6th October, 11am - 3pm To arrange a guided tour or to learn about one of our open events please contact Mrs Jane Morris, Admissions Registrar tel 01902 422939 or email jam@wgs-sch.net “This is a remarkable school. The atmosphere we encountered as we walked round with a succession of delightful guides was smilingly friendly. There is a real feeling of happiness.” The Good Schools Guide

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Education

From Trefonen to Uganda

A teacher from Trefonen Primary School who volunteers in Africa in her free time has organised a fundraising exercise as part of a Geography topic on Uganda.

Dozens of bags of books, pens, socks, footwear and other useful items have been donated by the children and families at the school thanks to kind-hearted teacher Mrs Day. Office manager, Margaret Richards said: “The whole school were involved with filling bags for Uganda, the response was unbelievable.”

BELOW: Mrs Day and a few of the children in her class with bags for Uganda.

NSC Family Fun Day raises funds for local charities North Shropshire College (NSC) recently held its fourth family fun day at the Oswestry Campus.

The money raised on the day is being given to two local charities; C.R.Y for Matthew and Isabelle Lottie Foundation. The day was a great success, with a wide variety of different attractions including a tombola, raffle, animals from Walford, bouncy castle, face painting, stalls, dance displays and lots of scrumptious food made by staff and students from India, Syria and Romania.

Lucy Evans, marketing and customer service manager at NSC comments: “We would like to thank everyone who supported the Family Fun day and helped the college to raise money for two great causes. We are also delighted to announce that £1000 was raised in total and this will be split equally between both charities.”

There is still time to apply to study at NSC for September 2018. For information about full, parttime, and leisure courses at NSC, visit the website at www.nsc.ac.uk or call 01691 688000.

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The Marches School Open Evening takes place on 20th September from 4:30pm - 7:30pm. The Headteacher, Mrs Alison Pearson will conduct two information talks throughout the evening, one at 5:30pm and one at 6:30pm.

It is an evening of interactive sessions with the teachers including an explosive science show which is set to be very popular.

The evening provides an opportunity to view the facilities, meet the teachers and experience what the Marches can really offer. Also you'll get to sample some of the tasty, healthy food the canteen offers to our students.

The future of our next generation begins at secondary school and we have a fantastic offering that will ensure every child really gets to where they want to be.

The Marches has an extensive enrichment programme, a fun filled extra curricular programme and activities that tap into all aspects of learning. We look forward to seeing you on 20th September. For more information, please contact 01691 664400.

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Recipes Looking for a fun, healthy way to power your children back to school this September?

We take a refreshing look at the most important meal of the day and include a selection of mouth-watering meals.

Shake it up Brimming with colour, these shakes and smoothies are the perfect breakfast for when you’re in a rush.

Get Creative. The possibilities are endless - and delicious!

Super green smoothie bowl INGREDIENTS: ½ a ripe avocado 1 small banana, peeled, sliced and frozen 100g Bonne Maman Rhubarb Compote 15g fresh young spinach leaves 2.5cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated 200ml coconut water METHOD: Combine everything in a blender or food processor until smooth. Pour into a deep cereal bowl and top with extra fruit, granola and coconut flakes.

Oaty apricot & mango smoothie bowl INGREDIENTS: 15g porridge oats 100g mango pieces, frozen 100g Bonne Maman Apricot Compote 150g fat-free, thick set natural yoghurt 150ml pressed apple juice METHOD: Whizz up all the ingredients in a blender or processor until smooth. Pour into a deep cereal bowl and top with extra compote, fruit and toasted almonds or granola.

Apricot, orange & carrot shake INGREDIENTS: 200g Bonne Maman Apricot Compote 75g fat-free, thick-set natural yoghurt 100g cooked carrots 150ml fresh orange and mango juice 1-2 cardamom seeds (optional) METHOD: Put all the ingredients into a blender or food processor, then blitz until smooth. Add a little extra milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.

Berry cherry shake INGREDIENTS: 75g Bonne Maman Cherry Compote 75g fresh raspberries 1 ripe small banana 100g fat-free, think-set natural yoghurt 200ml milk (whatever you prefer) METHOD: Put all the ingredients into a blender or food processor, then blitz until smooth. Add a little extra milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.

COOKS TIP: Shakes and smoothies make an excellent quick breakfast and can also count towards your recommended portions of fruit and veg per day.

Breakfast compote lollies

DARK RUMS are strong-flavoured and come from areas such as Jamaica and Haiti.

FLAVOURED RUMS are infused with fruit flavours like mango, coconut or lime. Usually less than 40% ABV. GOLD RUMS, also called “amber” rums, are medium-bodied and generally aged.

These gain their dark colour from aging in wooden barrels.

LIGHT RUMS, also referred to as “silver” or “white” rums, tend to have very little flavour aside from a general sweetness.

They’re often filtered after aging to remove any colour.

METHOD: In a small bowl, mix the granola with the caramel and stir well to combine.

OVERPROOF RUMS can be as high as 75% (150 proof) to 80% (160 proof), one example is Pitorro moonshine. Usually served mixed.

Spoon the mixture into the bottom of 6 ice-lolly moulds and press down firmly with the handle of a wooden spoon.

PREMIUM RUMS are from boutique brands that sell carefully produced and aged rums.

With more character and flavour than their “mixing” counterparts, they’re generally consumed straight.

Add alternative dollops of yoghurt and compote. Insert a lolly stick into each and freeze overnight until firm.

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INGREDIENTS: 60g toasted granola 2 tbsp Bonne Maman Salted Caramel 300g fat-free, thick- set natural yoghurt 200g Bonne Maman Cherry, Apricot or Rhubarb Compote

Rum is a spirit made from sugar cane or molasses, and because of this most of it is traditionally produced in the Caribbean and Latin America. Much as rum is hugely gaining in popularity it is highly unlikely that we will see a glut of British rums, purely because we cannot grow sugar cane. Here’s seven of the most common types:

For a dairy-free alternative, puree the compote with a little fresh orange juice and make compoteonly lollies. If you don’t have custom-made lolly moulds, then small freezer-proof containers will do the job. Just pop a lolly stick into the mix and freeze in the same way as with proper moulds. When you take them out of the freezer, run the outside of the container under hot water to release the lolly.

SPICED RUMS obtain their flavours with spices and, sometimes, caramel. Most are darker in colour and based on gold rums.

So, if you want to try rum, but rum and coke doesn’t do it for you why not try a Dark and Stormy - Dark rum, like Goslings, with ginger beer and a nice wedge of fresh lime or instead of having a brandy or a whiskey after dinner why not have a good rum such as an old J or an Appletons?

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Simla Tandoori Restaurant I chose an early Thursday evening in August for a welcome return to the Simla Tandoori Restaurant, located in Beatrice Street in the centre of Oswestry. Despite the early time and being mid-week, the restaurant was packed with customers, including a large group celebrating a 70th birthday party.

“The salmon was cooked beautifully, firm but tender.

Our bindi bhajee was crammed with okra and there was plenty of fresh coriander to top it off.”

We were welcomed by the proprietor George Miah who showed us up to our table in the raised eating area. The restaurant provides a great eating atmosphere and there is plenty of room at each table, I do hate cramped restaurants.

George founded the Simla in 1976, 42 years ago. Originating in Bangladesh, George sought to provide Oswestry with good authentic Indian food. At the time it was the first Indian restaurant in the area, the nearest ones being in Wrexham and Shrewsbury. It was quite a novelty for Oswestry, and they actually served more English dishes than curries at first. The restaurant and Indian food then became more and more popular and the Simla became part of Oswestry’s establishment.

George has continued at the helm and has raised his family here. It is true to say that George loves Oswestry and Oswestry loves George. A “birthday” celebration each year raises money for Hope House and Severn Hospice, and George has been recognised for his work for charity and for the community.

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Vegetable Balti £7.25 Special Fish Deluxe (Salmon) £10.95 Bindi Bhajee (Okra) £3.50 Kingfisher lager £2.50

As we were eating early, we chose a main dish and accompaniments washed down with a cold Kingfisher lager. My wife is vegetarian and opted for a Vegetable Balti. I am particularly fond of fish curry, so was attracted to the “Special Fish Dishes” section of the menu. George recommended the Fish Delux, salmon cooked in a rich tomato based mild curry sauce and served with pilau rice. The salmon was cooked beautifully, firm but tender.

Our bindi bhajee was crammed with okra and there was plenty of fresh coriander to top it off. The large puffy naan bread was put to good use clearing the plates.

As we left, more customers were arriving, so I’d suggest making a reservation, even mid-week.

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Wild life It’s official, the autumn wardrobe has hit the shops. The trends featuring heavily this season are the black and white 80’s vibe, checks and the safari theme. I’m happy as I can dust off my white stilettos, but I’m also excited to bring 2018 in to these styles. Back in the jungle, the safari trend is with full-on animal prints or just a patch here and there. They were head to toe on the catwalk but approach with caution unless you’re feeling dangerous!

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The Armed Forces Covenant was set up to ensure all those who serve or have served their country and their families should be treated with fairness and respect within the local community, economy and society in general.

It covers such areas as education and wellbeing, access to a home, career, healthcare, financial assistance and discounted services.

Lanyon Bowdler partner Dawn Humphries and chartered legal executive Sophie Davies attended RAF Shawbury to officially sign the covenant - a move the firm sees as a major commitment to the armed forces.

“Lanyon Bowdler is very proud and honoured to have been invited to sign the Armed Forces Covenant,” said Dawn.

“We fully support the idea behind it and its goals in giving practical help to those people who have served our country.

Above from left, Sgt Lee Jones, 1 Royal Irish, Group Captain Norris, Station Commander RAF Shawbury and Lt Cdr Robley RN, Defence Helicopter Flying School, with Dawn Humphries and Sophie Davies of Lanyon Bowdler.

“Our armed forces protect us with honour and courage, often paying the ultimate sacrifice so our country can remain safe.

“It is only fitting that we repay that sort of commitment by making one of our own and offer a guarantee that we are there to help them when they need it most.

“Armed forces personnel are often confronted with problems that affect their day-to-day lives, and organisations such as Lanyon Bowdler are keen to ensure they receive the appropriate help and support they need, and by signing up to this covenant we are pledging our commitment.

Bank raises over £1000 for charity

TSB in Oswestry is pleased to announce that an impressive total of £1151.36 has been raised by its Partners and local customers for Severn Hospice, the branch’s Local Charity Partner. Since the partnership began in September 2017, the TSB branch has organised numerous fundraising events such as cake sales, raffles, book sales and various competitions. The money raised has helped to provide specialist care to families across the region who are living with an incurable illness.

Alexandra Honey, Bank Manager at TSB in Oswestry, said: “Our Local Charity Partnership programme is all about working in partnership to help support the local causes that are the lifeblood of many communities across Britain. It’s been fantastic to support Severn

Hospice, which is close to our hearts here in Oswestry and everyone working here has found our partnership really rewarding.”

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A: If you are staying in hospital as an informal patient, it means you are there voluntarily and are free to leave the hospital as and when you choose.

However, if the health professionals looking after you in hospital do not believe you are ready to return home because of concerns about the impact your mental health may have on yourself or others, two doctors can recommend that you be detained under section 2 of the Mental Health Act and the application for admission is then made by an Approved Mental Health Practitioner.

This is for assessment of up to 28 days or assessment followed by medical treatment.

If you try to leave the hospital unexpectedly, the doctors can prepare a report to the hospital managers recommending that an application ‘ought to be made’ keeping you in hospital for a period of 72 hours so that you can be assessed. If the hospital managers agree, you will not be allowed to leave the hospital for the 72 hour period until the doctors have decided whether to release you from hospital or section you under the Mental Health Act 1983. In emergencies, certain nurses can detain you for a period of 6 hours.

Should you be sectioned by the doctors there are strict time limits for you to appeal against your detention to a Mental Health Tribunal If you are in any doubt about your rights you should contact a specialist mental health solicitor.

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“Accidents will happen no matter how careful a man be” Wilkie Collins Accidental injuries are one of the top 10 UK health issues and I agree with the quotation – they WILL happen, but I still prefer the idea that they CAN happen. This introduces the idea that we might be able to stop them.

I used to smile whenever I passed the RoSPA building in Birmingham – The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.

The first time I went that way two cars hit each other right outside their sign! However their website - www.rospa.com – has information that all of us might find useful. Children do not see common dangers and parents will find the site has a useful section full of advice. Car drivers, employers, sportsmen and particularly those of us over 60 are all at risk. One in three of those over 65 will have at least one fall a year and it’s this group we’re going to focus on. What can we do personally? What can we do for others?

Staying as fit as possible is perhaps the obvious one here.

Keeping active: whatever your activity level, keep it up. Eat a good diet particularly with calcium rich foods. If you have falls, or dizziness seek medical advice. Make sure your vision and hearing are OK – have them checked if you have any doubts. If your mobility has been reduced by illness or simply age consider some activity classes at your local leisure centre or asking your doctor about physiotherapy. When you see your GP make sure your medication is reviewed – are all your tablets necessary?

Might they be causing more risk than benefit? Do you have sore feet? A chiropodist may be able to help.

Home may well be where the heart is but it is also the place where the falls are too. How good is the lighting, especially where there are trip hazards or stairs? Bathrooms are very unforgiving places to fall – make sure you can get in and out safely. Perhaps a rail, perhaps a bath lift. Are any floors slippery? Is your footwear good? Do you have a dog or cat that likes to be by your feet?

How visible are they? Can you hear where they are – the AgeUK site mentions collars with bells? We could go on but perhaps the most important message is to think about the issue.

I concentrated on elderly falls because, sadly, they can be a fatal trigger and a significant proportion are preventable. More information can be found on www.ageuk.org who can also be contacted on 0800 055 6112 (which is free).

Steven Hawking said: “There are too many accidents that can befall life on a single planet” – perhaps we can reduce the number a little?

Left: Inside the kiln Top to bottom: The Hoffman kiln The adjacent meadow The tramway St. Agatha’s tower The view from Llanymynech Rocks

Rambles with a camera Tales of Hoffmann

with walker, photographer and artist Graham ‘Grum’ Mitchell I am sure that everyone has noticed the unusual square chimney on your left as you approach Llanymynech. But how many people have actually visited this incredible site?

Built to process the lime extracted from the quarries at the top of the hill, the kiln with its 42.5m chimney is an impressive structure. Built in 1899 and worked until 1914, its working life was very short. This type of kiln is fascinating and designed to continually burn the lime, chamber by chamber. Patented by German Friedrich Hoffmann for brickmaking in 1858, this is one of only three remaining in the country. The dark cavernous structure is fully accessible, much to the delight of small children, and one can imagine the awful conditions the labourers worked in. The site was extensively renovated between 2006 and 2009.

As well as the kiln the stables survive, along with remnants of tramway.

If you explore further you can discover many other industrial relics. The canal and the disused railway track are a short distance away.

As well as the industrial buildings, nature thrives here. The surrounding meadows are full of insects. There are plenty of butterflies, and dragonflies can be spotted down by the canal. The site is popular with the local buzzards. One likes to sit on the top of the chimney surveying his territory. Make sure you look for him. He looks like Nelson on his column.

If you are feeling fit, you can combine the walk with a trip to Llanymynech Hill just over the A483 (the footpaths are well signposted), or you could visit the attractive church of St Agatha in the village. The church was built in 1844 in the Romanesque style. Interestingly the border between England and Wales runs down the middle of Llanymynech High Street.

The West side is in Wales and the East in England.

A small parking area is available off the A483 on the left (going south) just before the canal bridge in Llanymynech, but you can access the site from a number of directions.

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Book review

A New Map of Love Poor George Baxter, he’s just lost his wife of 26 years. With his dog Monty at his side, he sits and wonders if he will ever find love again. Pondering on his marriage, and his infidelity towards the end of Win’s life, he reflects on whether he ever did indeed spend 26 years in a loveless marriage. He asks is love different to lust.

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George and Win just ambled by year after year. Seemingly happy with their lot, George now wants more and unwittingly falls into a relationship with the curvy and sweet Sylvia. How did he manage to find himself engaged and on the cusp of marrying?

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Waiting for Time Young lovers met by the sundial.

Tracing the channelled dull metal

A New Map of Love by Abi Oliver. Published

by Macmillan £7.99 www.amazon.co.uk point of view, which is interesting and different from the normal love story. There are also a few moral dilemmas which the book throws into the mix. As the reader, you can decide were your sympathy lies.

A delightful book, littered with humour from the start, I am sure if you add this to your collection, you will not be disappointed.

his fingers brushed her gloved hand.

Through the silk she felt the charge her heart missing a beat of the clock.

Yet the falling shadow remained still.

A pointer; that now was not, the time for love.

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This book is written from George’s

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Clocking up the smiles Journalist, car enthusiast and new dad Richard Jones takes the Kia Stonic for a test drive with baby Isabelle Our latest ‘daddy-daughter adventure’ saw Isabelle and I spend an afternoon at Chirk Castle where we had a Stonic-ing good time!

Ok, so my pun isn’t the greatest but our day out was, while the Kia Stonic (get it now?) I drove to the beautiful 13th century castle was the perfect car for jaunt over the border.

Based on the platform of the latest Rio supermini, the Stonic is Kia’s first entry into the ever expanding small SUV segment and already this sporty, smart and confident vehicle is proving a huge hit with buyers.

Having driven it for the week, it is easy to see why!

It is a handsome vehicle. With contrasting roof options and a choice of 17-inch wheels it will appeal to the majority, although in our family its biggest claim to fame will be that it is the car that taught Belle her second colour. Daddy’s car, as it was known, is now red in the same way the sky is blue, the cows go moo and Grandpa calls his stock in by shouting ‘hope’.

Thankfully my every day car is also red so it’s not too confusing, but what my own car doesn’t have that the Stonic has in abundance is ‘attitude’ – which I mean in a very good way!

The three-cylinder 998cc petrol unit I had on test was incredibly responsive. As we meandered our way through Shropshire and into Chirk the Stonic felt nippy and alert, yet comfortable and easy to drive.

It’s by no means a hot- hatch but it still fed me with confidence as I swapped the busy A-roads for the narrower country lanes.

It’s by no means a hothatch but it still fed me with confidence as I swapped the busy A-roads for the narrower country lanes.

The figures are good too. Prices starts from £16,540 while the 118bhp engine will do 0-60mpg in less than 10 seconds, while giving you 56.5mpg on the combined cycle.

Practically it isn’t quite a spacious as some of the cars I have tested in the same segment. The legroom in the back leaves a bit to be desired, but as we only need room for a toddler and her car seat it wasn’t a problem for us. On the plus side the boot had ample room for everything, including her stroller, a picnic, the obligatory baby bag and a few toys.

Once at Chirk Castle we had a lovely day exploring the colourful outdoors. In fact, we never actually made it inside the castle as the sun was shining and Belle just wanted to run around on the giant lawns and get dirty in the chippings that form the gravel paths that run through the beautiful gardens.

It was while sitting on the lawn with my baguette and cheese that I got thinking more about the Stonic and, if I was in the market for a B-segment SUV, would I buy one?

It is always a difficult question to answer because every car has its pros and cons, but in this case I

think I would. I love how the exterior looks ‘high end’ without being overly funky, it is enjoyable to drive and importantly for me (when not with Belle) there is room in the boot for my golf clubs.

What it also has, and this always seals the deal for me when it comes to any Kia, is a seven year/100,000 mile warranty. For me that more than puts the icing on the cake, it puts the Tonic in the Stonic!

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Nostalgia

Down memory lane OSWESTRY BOYS & GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Before the advent of comprehensive education Oswestry boasted two high schools and two secondary moderns. In 1979 the High Schools were merged to form Fitzalan Comprehensive School and the Modern Schools merged as Croeswylan. The two schools merged in 1988 to become The Marches, and in its early days operated from several sites.

After a major development of the Morda Road campus, they began operating from that single site in 1993.

Prior to the Education Act of 1902, secondary education was very much for the privileged classes and, in the main, on a fee-paying basis.

Oswestry boasted many small private schools as well as, of course, Oswestry School itself. The new act made it the duty of local authorities to provide universal secondary education for children between the ages of 10 and 13 (raised to 14 in 1918).

Oswestry Boys High School was founded in 1914 on the Holbache Road site pictured. The site was further developed over the next 30 years to include a science and dining hall block and further classroom buildings. Famous former pupils include World Cup winner Alan Ball, England cricketer Andy Lloyd and TV presenter Frank Bough.

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ABOVE AND RIGHT: The Boys High School BELOW AND BOTTOM RIGHT: The Girls High School Images courtesy of Graham Mitchell of residence active well into the 1980’s. The actress Rosemary Leach (whose father was headmaster at Whittington School) and philanthropist Dame Stephanie Shirley are amongst its well-known ex-pupils.

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LAST WORD Craig Marston of Ke-Design Where do you live?

Oswestry- in the town centre.

Have you always lived locally?

No, I grew up in Oswestry then moved away when I went to Uni. I’ve lived in Huddersfield, Leeds, London (twice) and Hong Kong.

What schools/college/Uni did you attend?

Middleton Road / Beech Grove, then Fitzalan before the merge to become the Marches, my A Levels were at North Shropshire College (hazy days) and then I studied Architecture at the University of Huddersfield.

What first attracted you to architectural design?

Trips to London as a kid, I was always interested in the buildings, and I was always drawing. I enjoyed Art and CDT (Craft Design & Technology) in school- solving a brief and developing a solution.

When did you decide to start your own business?

It didn’t cross my mind when working for big architectural firms in the city or Hong Kong, but when I moved back to Oswestry I needed a new challenge. I looked about and thought there was an opportunity for a fresh design approach.

How’s that going? Tell us about some exciting projects you’ve been working on…

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starting to work with local developer Primoris, they realise that good design adds value. We’ve designed and got planning for some modern houses for them. We’ve had lots of interest and comments.

Also, Ke-design exhibited at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show and Build It Live, we have picked up some interesting self builds and renovations plus we are working with a developer in Cheshire, creating new house types for them.

Where does the name ‘ke’ design come from?

Funny you ask that - I’ve only just found out people think it’s because of my nickname- Keegan. Coming up with a company name can be hard - I didn’t want Craig Marston Architectural Services. Ke is short for ‘key’, the keystone is the wedgeshaped stone at the top of the arch, the most important stone that gives it strength. All design is ‘key’.

What do you enjoy doing to unwind in your spare time?

Going to gigs - love live music. Not sure it helps to unwind as it’s usually a late night in Manchester on a school night. I also enjoy researching funky interiors of bars and restaurantscombined with my love of good food.

What are some of your favourite hang-outs in Oswestry?

I enjoy the food and vibe of Wednesday’s Cafe.

What are your thoughts on the mixed architecture in Oswestry?

Do you have a favourite building?

Oswestry has some nice historic buildings but lost a lot in the 1960s.

There is certainly an opportunity for regeneration of the town centre - public spaces, surfacing, street furniture. I volunteer my time to advise on the Townscape & Transport forum. It’s frustrating that things move at such a slow pace though.

What does the future hold for Ke-Design?

Having set up Ke-design not long after moving back to Oswestry in the recession, with no client base or contacts, it has been continued growth. With the TV programmes people are taking more interest in design and the aesthetics and are coming to Ke-design for that.

We want to manage growth correctly to maintain the level of service and design quality. With the workload an extra pair of hands wouldn’t go amiss.

Finally, what’s the best thing about living in Oswestry?

Having my family nearby.

Find out more about Ke-design by visiting http://www.ke-design.co.uk/ or call Craig on 01691 656964.

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