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FLOOD DEFENCES Residents have expressed some concerns regarding the effectiveness of the defences, particularly for Gun Street. I am working with the Flood Wardens to see what improvements can be made. We have been reassured that the existing barriers will prevent flooding. However, in recent times there has been some seepage which continues to cause concerns to residents. The public meeting to inform residents of the developments in tackling the flooding at the junction of Darland Lane and Gamford Lane will have been held on April 3rd. Initial investigations appear to show that the drain, from the ditches and highway, into the lake in Darland Woods is blocked off. One theory is that this occurred at the time of the building of Pippin Lane, further investigations are taking place, together with identifying solutions. CHESTER – WREXHAM RAIL LINE I recently attended a meeting on the future of rail transport in North Wales. From this I learned that work to re-introduce a second track will commence this October. I have asked for further information to see what impact this will have on Rossett. I was surprised to hear that a Station for Rossett is still part of the strategic plan. Given that it would have to be on a completely new site, accessible from the A483, this is likely to prove to be a very costly scheme. In my view it is highly unlikely to materialise in the foreseeable future.As always I can be contacted on 01244 571747 or hugh.jones@wrexham.gov.uk.
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* there is a crime in progress Gresford & Marford at Gresford Post * violence is being used or threatened Office: * an offender has been recently disturbed or 10th April 2013: 10am – 11am made off 24th April 2013: 3pm – 4pm * there has been a road accident where people 8th May 2013:
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You should still dial 999 when there is an EMERGENCY.
Rossett at Darland High School: 9th April 2013:
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If you do encounter any problems or would like to speak to your local policing team, please contact North Wales Police on 101. FACTS ABOUT 101 101 is provided by the four police services in Wales working in collaboration 101 has been available across the whole of Wales since April 2009 101 calls are answered locally in Police Centres across Wales 101 has been set up to work alongside the 999 emergency system 101 is specifically for non-emergency matters
We look forward to speaking with you all whilst out on our patrols. Kind Regards, Wendy, Troy and Dan
IMPORTANT NUMBERS PCSO 2118 WENDY HARRIS Tel/Ffon 07854 398 801 Marford & Hoseley Wendy.harris@nthwales.pnn.police.uk PCSO 3425 TROY WILLIAMS Tel/Ffon 07775 220480 PCSO DANIEL GEORGE Gresford Daniel.george@nthwales.pnn.police.uk
CHARLOTTE CHURCH & MICHAEL ROTHER TOP THE BILL FOR THE RETURN OF FOCUS WALES IN 2013 Following the much praised 2012 event, FOCUS Wales Music Festival & Conference returns to North Wales in April 2013. FOCUS Wales will once again take over the town centre of Wrexham for three days and nights, showcasing over 100 bands from Wales and around the globe, and presenting a series of high profile and educational music industry seminars & events, hosted across various venues within the town. Building on the success of the 2012 event, FOCUS 2013 acts announced so far include Welsh star CHARLOTTE CHURCH – who will be performing material from her latest solo release ‘TWO’. Germany’s MICHAEL ROTHER, founder member of cult ‘krautrock’ bands NEU! & Harmonia will play the music of both bands, alongside a host of the best new Welsh talent - including Wrexham’s own GALLOPS andM83 stable mates MAN WITHOUT COUNTRY. MICHAEL ROTHER will appear at an exclusive ‘In conversation’ session at the event also. Other international acts announced include Japan’s MOJA, who return by popular demand following a memorable
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FOCUS Wales 2013 takes place on 25th, 26th & 27th April across various venues in Wrexham. Full 3 day wristbands for admission to all FOCUS events are available now at www.focuswales.com/tickets from £25 each. FOCUS Wales is supported by Arts Council of Wales and Welsh Government.
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Machine House Restaurant in Rossett (formerly Churtons) has been open for 6 months now and we wanted to share our story with you to mark the first anniversary of taking over the site in April 2012. As a local Marford family with strong roots in both fishing and the restaurant trade in Anglesey (Louise’s family own the Lobster Pot in Church Bay), we knew exactly what we wanted to do at Machine House .… locally sourced, high quality fresh produce, all home cooked and served with great wine and Welsh beers in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. We’ve been delighted to hear from guests that they are enjoying our food and drink menus and appreciate the service provided by our lovely team. We’re working with local suppliers who share our passion for food and high quality ingredients, and with everything freshly cooked at Machine House, the evening seafood specials and Sunday lunches are going particularly well. I’d say our roast beef is a bit special (but I guess I’m biased!), not to mention the Anglesey lobster which arrives ‘live and clicking’ every week, Matt’s crème brûlée, etc. etc. - I could go on! We know we are not the easiest place to find – tucked away off the main road - and continue to work on signage. Our secluded courtyard
hasn’t seen much activity yet but we're hoping that will change as the weather improves … Our new menu will be ready mid-April, featuring more fabulous Welsh food and drink, and we are looking forward to the raceday brunches and coffee mornings coming up in the Spring. We are very rooted in our community and will continue supporting local causes (we’ve already helped schools, clubs and charities in the area, most recently raising £1,500 for Nightingale House Hospice). The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner and from noon on Sunday. For up to the minute-ish news, why not follow us on Facebook at MachineHouseRestaurant. We’ll look forward to hearing from you on 01244 571678 or hello@machinehouse.co.uk Patrick, Louise and all the team p.s. If you're wondering where the name came from, the building is called Machine House and it has been part of the postal address for years.
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Our Junior School Discover Days are held in May for Years 3-6 and give your child the opportunity to sample life at King’s. As mums and dads you too can take a close look around the School and see for yourselves the difference King’s can make to your child’s education. King’s Junior School prepares your child, both academically and socially, for the move to our highachieving Senior School. King’s Seniors are articulate, confident and phenomenally successful, with 100% going to university. In the last 10 years 80 students went to Oxford or Cambridge and 75% went on to one of ‘The Times Top 30’ universities. King’s also offer Discovery Days in June for Year 5 pupils interested in progressing to King’s Senior School.
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imports and so put upward pressure on inflation; unwelcome news for families and consumers who are already struggling with rising gas, electricity and petrol prices. Andrew Sentance, former Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member, cautioned that the cut to the UK’s credit rating would add to the existing downward pressures on sterling. “This of itself won’t increase inflation but it will add to pressure on the pound, which has already fallen a long way in the space of 6 weeks – which is not going to help inflation”. Once again this is bad news for savers, with interest rates at rock bottom it means the real value of money is eroding even further. This is a theme we have mentioned in previous articles and I make no apology for bringing it up again. Speak to an adviser who can help you create a savings or investment plan that suits your needs and gives you the chance of a real return over inflation, it will be well worth it in the long term. If you would like to make an appointment please call Kate or Angela on 01978 311611 or email hadlow.edwards@sjpp.co.uk and we will look forward to meeting you.
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Thriving High Street! The Red Lion proposals seem to have concentrated the community mind on enhancing the main shopping area in Gresford. I strongly believe that an environmental improvement which encompasses heritage, safer traffic movements and better parking can also lead to a livelier local economy, even in these straightened times. The community council first commissioned a report from Groundwork Wrexham in 2009 but these ideas “trod water” for a couple of years. However, in recent times there have been public meetings and the setting up of a steering group representing various interested parties. Various appropriate officers and directors from Wrexham Council, including the leader and chief executive, have been kept informed.
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SHORTENED MINUTES FOR THE LATEST MEETING: RED LION UPDATE It is possible that the Red Lion development will go to Planning on 2nd April – if it does, a probable site visit on 12th April. Andrew will keep everyone updated. There have been 599 objections. At the planning meeting, one person will be able to speak pro the development, one anti – both will only be allowed to speak for 3 minutes each. It is understood that the action group, consisting of residents and shopkeepers/owners, are going to either employ or nominate someone to speak at that meeting. DAVE CLARK/WEBSITE Mr Clark has requested that he is paid for work he has undertaken on the website in the past. It was agreed that the sum of £183.02 should be paid to Mr Clark immediately. It was also agreed that a sum of approx. £80 per year should be paid to Mr Clark to continue to host the website, plus approx. £6 per year to maintain the domain name. Discussion for the site – the following were suggested: • Village improvements updates – including Tom Hollick’s report as it appeared in ‘Essentials’ • Past 3 months minutes • Date of the next meeting Graham Frank-Keyes had produced a ‘front page info’ section for the website, and also which could go onto the Community Council website. Everyone agreed that it should appear as Graham had written it. It was agreed to keep the Post Office as the Image postal address as this would save making changes when committee members changed.
MYPAG The paths in the quarry are now more or less laid. There are still some benches which can be sponsored – Andrew Bailey agreed to find out how much sponsorship was (felt to be around £500). There was a request that MYPAG be asked to provide doggie bag bins – probably up near the main entrance. COMMUNITY COUNCIL It had been agreed to remove a large root on the cherry tree at the entrance to the park, with the proviso that another tree was put in if removing the root caused the original tree to die. This was so that the path into the park could be resurfaced properly. The Play Areas Sub-Committee had agreed to ask that the outreach summer playschemes should run for one consequative-days period this year, instead of one day a week. It was felt that running the scheme this way would mean that children and parents were clearer about when it would be running and would make early arrangements to use it, rather than having random days throughout the summer holdiays. The Community Council are awaiting response to this from Wrexham BC. There was a query on whether the Youth Club was threatened with imminent closure. It was understood that it may be close later in the year, but not immediately. Concern that Allington Hall is actually held in trust for the village and therefore closure of the hall was not the responsibility of the Council, although withdrawal of hall-based youth facilities was in their control. The Community Council are waiting for a response.
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prospective collaborators with a taste of what Dragonsong could offer, they hosted an Open Evening at Yales Café bar on March 19th, during one of their rehearsals. Guests included Matt Baker, MD of Handbag of Harmonies, Dave Jones, Chairman of the Fron Male Voice Choir, Nora Lucas and a selection of the choir’s families. The evening was a great success with live tweets from Matt Baker, “total thrill to walk into a joyful room and hear a brand new young people's choir rehearse”, and from Dave Jones, “Great to see the enthusiasm of Dragonsong choristers and committee members at tonight's Open Evening #GreatSound and only singing 5 months”.Various parents commented on how much their kids looked forward to rehearsals and were impressed with the committee’s dedication to Dragonsong and its future.
Charlotte Jones, of Harmonette’s fame, is Dragonsong’s incredibly talented Musical Director and she has been an inspiration to the choir since leading them to their first concert at Central Station in December. They were accompanied by Three Mile Smile, a rock and roll cover band together with their very own Chairman Andrew Fergus. Charlotte also treated the audience to her rendition of “Dancing in the Street”. The choir performed after only 8 rehearsals, sold over 120 tickets and delivered The choir’s next performance will be an awesome a wonderful evening’s entertainment. They have task as they take to the stage at Glyndwr with six other choirs from Cheshire and North Wales. another Central concert planned for July 12th. The Festival Of Song on Saturday April 20th is It has long been accepted that providing young the culmination of the National Association of people with the opportunity to experience the Choirs’ annual convention. Tickets are available world of the arts can transform lives and offers from any member of Dragonsong, or the William them a chance to feel a sense of fulfillment. Aston Hall Box Office on 01978 293293. Dragonsong committee members are very focused on understanding how the choir feel Dragonsong can be reached through their www.dragonsong.org.uk, their about their time at Central and recently asked for website Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ some feedback on what specifically they enjoyed. “I love the opportunity of meeting new people DragonsongWYC or their Twitter page www. and making new friends”, “I love the chance to twitter.com/Dragonsong_WYC. Rehearsals sing modern songs” and “I enjoy doing something take place in term time at Yales Café Bar, fun out of school” were the trending comments, Hill Street, Wrexham every Tuesday between all of which reinforce just what the committee 6.30-8pm.
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ROADS AND PAVEMENTS It was good to receive your favourable comments about Claypit Lane and Woodlands Road. The stretch of road between Willow Drive and Hillock Lane is due to be resurfaced, which should stop the water and ice building up near the junction. Pant Lane near Quarry Brow will be patched, but full resurfacing may have to wait a little longer. The March snow and ice caused a lot of potholes. Please keep reporting them on the Council website www.wrexham.gov. uk (click “report it”) or by ringing 01978 298989, where you can also report any street light problems. PLANNING APPLICATIONS The controversial planning application for a small shop on the Red Lion Car Park missed the deadline for the April meeting and will now be determined on 7th May. An application for five dwellings outside the settlement limit near Kathen Court has been lodged. You can see details of all planning applications on www.wrexham.gov.uk under “search planning applications”. MARFORD & GRESFORD LUNCHEON CLUB We start our meetings for lunch again on 9th and 23rd April and on 7th and 21st May at Marford Community Centre at 12.30 pm. Please book your meal in good time, or ring Beryl Blackmore on 01978 855691. The new flooring for the community centre should go ahead when the Management Committee and the Council have found sufficient funds to finance it. 40
MAES-Y-PANT The entrance is gradually taking shape and pedestrians will soon have easier access instead of squeezing around the old fence. The Quarryman sculpture is set on its plinth and interpretation boards are set up. Benches have been erected thanks to generous sponsors and waymarkers and notice boards are due soon. During the summer we will be asking you to sign up as “Friends of Maes-y Pant”. So please look out for details of how to become a “Friend” and for other news on the website http://maesy-pant.com/ PEDESTRIAN CROSSING We are aware of the hazards of the crossing near the Red Lion, but it cannot be sensible for an adult with a child to cross the road 30 metres away from it, which I saw the other day! Fortunately pupils at The Rofft School are still being taught kerb craft. GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL WEBSITE If you want local news, or details of organisations or businesses in Marford and Gresford, check on the website www. gresford.org.uk You can see what we are spending your money on too.
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“Cattle Drovers” An Illustrated Talk by Mr Idris Evans
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Eaton Hall Gardens A Talk by Mrs Janet Lomas
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Mrs Lomas is a senior member of staff at Eaton Hall Community Room Darland Sports Centre, Rossett Members £1.00 Non Members £2.00 to include tea and biscuits
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“The Estate Villages” Hon. Sec. Jenny Nethercott 01244 571040
ROSSETT ANNUAL PRAM RACE 7th June 2013 6pm from the Village Hall car park Station Road, Rossett The theme this year is:
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_______________________________________________________________________ The Luncheon Club at Marford Community January 2014 WAR HORSE at The Lowery -
_______________________________________________________________________ Centre still continues to flourish. I have had matinee 2-30pm. £50 per seat which must
phone calls asking who is eligible to attend be paid by 20th June. £10 for coach (pay on _______________________________________________________________________ – all are welcome, even if you live in Rossett. the day)
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Friday before. stalls; we never use the circle. As you will _______________________________________________________________________ Next dates are 9th April, 23rd April, 7th appreciate, if I don’t pay by the given date I
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to Chester Mercure Hotel on 11th June for Temps Holiday Club based at the Rofft _______________________________________________________________________ an Old Time Music Hall entertainment and School, Wynnstay Lane, Marford will be open
_______________________________________________________________________ lunch @ £23 per head. Then 18th June and 8am - 5-30pm for children from Reception 2nd July (the last lunch at the centre until
to year 8. It is also open to children who do _______________________________________________________________________ September). However, we are going to have not attend The Rofft. The charges are £2.40
a visit to a garden centre for lunch later in an hour for lots of exciting activities / days _______________________________________________________________________ July or August . If you leave me a message I
out throughout the summer. It is only closed _______________________________________________________________________ will get back to you. 12th - 16th August. Do get in touch for more
Marford / Gresford Theatre Group (this also details at berylouise@hotmail.co.uk or _______________________________________________________________________ includes Rossett residents) Bookings are 01978855691
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_______________________________________________________________________ 28th September - WICKED at Palace Theatre Manchester - matinee 2-30pm. £42 per
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Gardeners Q & A A magical concert of Russian Orthodox choral music and Russian folk songs by St Petersburg’s finest vocal ensemble (5 members)
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Thursday 25th April 7.00pm
Tickets for this event are £8.00 to include a glass of wine. Tickets are available from Nightingale House Hospice or here at Bellis’. This will be a thoroughly enjoyable evening raising much needed funds for the Hospice. This year’s guest include: Paul Cook the Curator from Ness Gardens, Christine Foulkes-Jones the owner of Hall Farm Nursery, Medwyn Williams the vegetable expert and Anne Harrison who specialises in hanging baskets. Refreshments will also be able to purchase from the restaurant.
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17th May 2 - 6pm 18th May 10am - 6pm Come and see a display of records, registers and old photographs associated with the parish. Enjoy a guided trip up the famous bell tower. Refreshments will be served in church house. All welcome.
GRESFORD METHODIST CHURCH During the season of Lent a study group looked at the New Testament book of St. Luke following the life of Jesus Christ. Holy Week started with a snowy Palm Sunday. On Maundy Thursday the Minister Rev. Patrick Rudden took the service in the form of a Passover Meal leading into the Last Supper in the Upper Room. On Easter Sunday three new members were welcomed into the church family which made the Easter celebrations more meaningful.
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Saturday 27th April Live Music from Rebel & the chief
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Essentiallyours readers might like to know how some of our sport and recreational affiliated groups are getting on in this cold and snowy weather, and whether or not joining one of the groups could warm you up a little!! Snooker at the Recreation club We can proudly report that our A team is top of the 1st division and our B team is 2nd in the second division. Hopefully, if the second division come top in their league then both teams will be in the 1st division - fingers crossed!! If anyone is interested in finding out more about our snooker club then please contact Gresford Trust by e mail at contact@gresfordtrust.org or phone 01978 856650 Gresford Village Bowling Club. The new bowling season is scheduled to commence on 3rd April but it’s far from ideal bowling weather; our greens are currently under at least a foot of snow! We have entered 11 teams in various leagues in the area and around 65 members will be participating throughout the season. New members, both young and old, male or female, are always welcome to come and join us and further details can be obtained by contacting the secretary, Graham Owen on 01978853287. Please have a look at our website - www.gresfordtrust-org for more information on all the classes and groups on offer, such as the Gresford craft group, keep fit, the Wrexham quilting circle and many more! We look forward to seeing you.
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LAMB CHOPS WITH ROSEMARY Serves 4. Ingredients: 2 Lamb Stock Cubes 1 tsp olive oil, plus extra to drizzle 8 Quality lamb chops from Jones Farm Shop 12 black olives (with stones) 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, stalks removed 200ml water Fresh thyme and parsley to garnish How it’s done: 1. Crush a stock cube and mix it into a paste with a teaspoon of olive oil; spread evenly over all sides of the chops. 2. Add a little oil to a frying pan and add the chops, fat side down and place on the hob to gently render and cook the fat slowly, so that it caramelises. 3. Slice petals off the olives around the stone (3-4 per olive). 4. O nce the fat has caramelised, fry the chops on both sides for 10 minutes or until cooked to your liking. 5. Remove the chops and place onto a warmed plate. Add the water to the pan to deglaze and crumble in the remaining Knorr Lamb Stock Cube. 6. Add the lamb juices that have collected on the plate with the rosemary and olives and drizzle with olive oil. 7. P ut the chops in a bowl, pour over the juice and garnish with soft thyme and parsley.
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Lower Bridge Street, Chester, CH1 1RS The property 33benefits double glazing and gas central heating. The internal accommodation briefly Tel: 01244from 403900 info@townandcountrychester.com comprises an Email: entrance vestibule, hallway, wc, living room and dining room with feature 33 Lowerboth Bridge Street, Chester, CH1 1RS bay windows, large Tel: 01244 403900 kitchen/breakfast area, pantry, utility room, further wc and conservatory which opens on to the large rear Email: info@townandcountrychester.com garden with far reaching views beyond. On the first floor there is a landing, 4 large double bedrooms, majority with built-in bedroom furniture, one being en-suite, dressing room with family bathroom off. The property is situated in Cloakroom. idyllic grounds a vast Theappointed sweeping driveway to the single Entrance hall. Lliving offering room. Sitting room.degree Dining of privacy. Stunningly modern 5 bed leads detached home. Gas garage
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a study has been commissioned by image, and BCal ( Chartered landscape architects ) have been appointed to develop ideas for the improvement of the centre. an exhibition of these ideas will be open to the public at the Memorial Hall. Where
Gresford Memorial Hall
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Monday 15 April - Saturday 27 April 2013 Weekdays 9-12pm and 5-7pm Saturday 10-12pm
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