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your life, your home, your community. So now we’ve had the wettest June in the last 100 years and I thought April would be difficult to beat! It’s strange how April and June were record -breaking wet months a hundred years ago and both have been record-breaking wet months this year as well. At least some elements of the weather are consistent! Despite some national flood disasters, we’ve been okay locally. I know we need water, but I think we’re due a little sunshine as well anytime soon - overdue in fact. And I think we’d all appreciate a little sun to cheer us up. Mind you, I bet travel agents are doing a storm this year as people go off in search of some sun. I’d like to join them in doing so but I’ve got a wedding weekend to attend in Yorkshire, and then a member of the family is 80 this year and isn’t allowed to fly so that’s another mini break in the UK for me! Do you think Delmar Travel (with their lovely holidays they advertise in the magazine each month) will have sympathy and send me somewhere hot and sunny to do some research for them? Fingers crossed…….
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Here’s to a drier and sunnier July. And if it’s not, then thankfully there’s a lot of sport to come to keep us entertained indoors. Despite the footie having finished (with Spain having convincingly beaten Italy the other week) and Wimbledon having been and gone for another year, at least the Olympics are still to come! And if you’re going away on holiday, have a fantastic time and make sure you pack the sun in your case on the way back. I can’t let this month pass without expressing the deepest sympathy (I’m sure on behalf of the whole village) to Gwen and Paul at the Village Store for their sad loss of Graham, a much-loved husband and father. I hope to pay tribute to Graham with a fuller and well-deserved mention very soon, as so many of us will miss his wonderful character. I’m sorry to sign off on such a sad note and hope everyone will give their love to Gwen and Paul when they next pop into the store.
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A Diary of Douglas the Westie On the fame note again, I have been approached by both sides in the Scottish Independence debate. It was a difficult I have to admit to being totally miserable at the moment; wet walks are all I seem to get. There is no sympathy from Himself - he just says that as a West Highland Terrier I should be used to rain and I have to get on with it.
decision for me, being a refined Scottish gentleman. Having seriously considered all the issues, and as I am not sure about that Mr Fish man, I decided that because Mr Darling offered me a year’s supply of Tartan
Talking of water, I am off to Bath again for my summer holidays and to meet up with my young Yorkie friend Digby. Being even closer to the ground than I am he will have some sympathy for the misery we have to suffer in wet weather.
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I have been receiving some doggie moans from friends about the fact that I only seem to mention Kira and Striker these days, so I have to apologise to Jasper, Murphy, Robbie, Woody and Meg. Particularly to Jasper as I really need to shelter under him in all this wet weather.
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It is a really problem being so famous - all the fan mail and requests for interviews. It was suggested that I might carry the Olympic Flame on its route from Chester to Wrexham. I readily agreed but those health and safety people intervened saying that it was a health hazard because my fur might get singed. Ah well, perhaps I might be invited to the opening ceremony.
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“Better Together” lot. Talking of Scotland, Himself is mortified as he has just found out that his great grandmother was Scottish and a “Douglas” to boot - so much for his pure A very kind reader has just e mailed me a photo of a Westie (wearing a diamante collar) who they saw whilst visiting a very posh café in Monaco. It does bear a striking likeness to me, and famous authors do frequent such gentlemen don’t do bling !!! Dark glasses yes, but I prefer to leave the diamante to Kira. But Monte Carlo now, there’s a thought. I might just drop Himself a hint, Mon Ami. Away aye the noo – or perhaps au revoir… Douglas xx
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Link Road opens A long held ambition of both Wrexham and the former Clwyd County Councils will be realised later this month when the Link Road to the Wrexham industrial estate is opened. Years of negotiations and recent months of work and associated traffic disruption will come to a fruitful conclusion on Monday 16th July. An improved link to a major local source of employment can only be good for our local economy. Local Road I have received a few representations concerning Narrow Lane living up to its name. The parking of vehicles opposite road ends and house entrances can cause difficulties for larger vehicles, including those of the emergency services. Whilst I explore how we might solve this problem, may I make a polite request that motorists do not park here.
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….and Garaging you will find a notice on or near the potential site; often on lamp-posts or telegraph poles.You can make your own views known on any issue that concerns you within the stated timetable. Reply direct to the planning officer named on the notice or to planning@wrexham.gov.uk .As a planning committee member I can give advice Pride in our Streets on matters to raise, but I will not be giving On a number of occasions I have had to report applications my “Nay” or “Yea” in order to instances of piles of rubbish being deposited in “keep my powder dry” if the application comes areas near the village. I applaud the fact that the to committee. council takes all steps to try and find the litter lout and prosecute. You can also report such Surgery There are garage plots available at the rear of Newtown on which to build your own garage and protect your vehicle from the elements. There may be some vacant garages for rent also. Please contact me and I can forward your enquiry to the relevant council department
instances directly by contact-us@wrexham.gov. I shall be holding a surgery in the Community Room of Gresford Post Office between 12.30 uk or by phoning 01978 298989. -2.00 pm on Saturday 21st July. All enquiries are Planning Matters welcome, but as I will be accompanied by Tal On resuming my seat on the council I also Michael (the past Chief Executive of the North resumed a place on the planning committee. Wales Police Authority) issues of policing are Planning matters concern many in the village particularly welcome. and I know from long experience that one person’s “dream extension” can be another’s “nightmare.” To look for planning applications
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essential gardening Although maintenance is key in July, you can still introduce new bedding plants to keep your garden looking bright and beautiful throughout summer. Prune flowers - Pinch out the growing tips of basket and container plants to encourage them to produce bushy even growth and lots of flowers. Sow seeds - Biennials, such as foxgloves, sweet williams, Canterbury bells and forget-me-nots, should be sown as soon as fresh seed is available. Pests and diseases - Use a forceful jet from a garden hose to knock aphids off water lilies and other garden plants. Spray roses to protect them against problems with mildew, blackspot or rust. Summer bedding plants - Finish planting out summer bedding plants in borders, baskets and containers. General care - Remove suckers or unwanted shoots Some trees and shrubs have a habit of producing unwanted shoots from
their base, or from the stems of those trained as standards.These can regularly be seen growing around rowan trees, sumach and older fruit trees. Cut them cleanly away with secateurs to prevent them sapping strength from the plant. Lawns - Mow it at least once a week, twice if possible, and finish by cutting the edges neatly. Feed lawns, if this hasn’t been done already, and treat any weeds and moss. The clippings can usually be mixed into the compost heap, but remember to discard them for the first few mowings after applying weedkillers. Mulch - Protect new and established plants by mulching the soil between them with composted bark, cocoa shells or another ornamental mulch. This will not only look attractive, setting off the surrounding plants, but will reduce annual weed growth and conserve soil moisture. Always mulch over moist ground, never on to bone-dry soil, so be sure to water well first if necessary.
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Main image: Peacock on roof © Hugh Linn Right: Great Mandarin female with ducklings (Tony Morris)
Recently North Wales has produced some unusual sightings. The most spectacular, if correctly identified, was a huge White-tailed Eagle in Llandegla on 16 June.With an 8 foot wingspan this bird is often referred to as the flying barn door. 4 wandering White Storks, previously seen at various sites in Sussex, Gwent and South Yorkshire, turned up on the coast between the Great Orme and Holywell. Although it is not a genuine wild bird Burton came up with its own big one in the shape of a Peacock found strutting around a rooftop on the Stonewalls Estate on 22nd June. Also in Burton Siskins reared young and Mandarin Ducks hatched ducklings on the River Dee at Almere. Tony Morris kindly sent in the accompanying photograph, taken on 12 May. Mr & Mrs Jones of Harwoods Lane had a visit from a family of four Great Spotted Woodpeckers. One young bird stayed behind on its own in their garden and was found to have only one eye. Most birds (with the notable exception of owls) rely on eyes set either side of their heads for an almost 360 degree field of view. The downside of monocular vision for a bird like a woodpecker is that its sight range is dangerously restricted, thereby not only affecting its flight skills but also leaving it vulnerable to predators so, sadly, that little bird will have little chance of survival.
Last month a Quail was calling in a field at Holt. In years gone by Quails were common breeders in hayfields but today’s earlier cropping leaves too little time for them to rear young, so Quails, like Corncrakes, are now only encountered exceptionally. Some birds, though, have benefited from changing agricultural use. Reed Buntings now favour fields of oilseed rape. The Reed Bunting, a strong candidate for the British bird with the most monotonous song (an unmusical “chirrup, chirrup, chirrup“), can now to be heard vying with the melodious outpourings of Skylarks on the Burton Meadows. A Cuckoo was heard calling in Gresford on 22 May and a Little Egret has been seen in flight over Rossett.
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Pork, apple & sage burger with caramelised onions Makes 4. Ingredients: 900g minced pork 1 onion , finely chopped 1 cooking apple , peeled and finely grated 1 egg handful sage CARAMELISED ONION 3 onions, sliced 2tbsp light muscovado sugar butter How it’s done: 1. To caramelise the onions, cook them with the sugar and a large knob of butter over a very gentle heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mix all the burger ingredients together in a bowl and season well. Shape into four burgers, then fry over a medium heat for 6-7 minutes each side until cooked in the middle.
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Dear Residents, Numerous vehicle crime incidents have recently occurred in your neighbourhood. Whilst car crime has been continuing to fall throughout North Wales, it does still happen. By taking simple steps each time you park your car, you can prevent becoming a victim. Car crime is both expensive and inconvenient. If you see or hear anything suspicious, please contact local police. In an emergency, always dial 999. For non-urgent matters requiring police assistance or to give us information, please contact Police Control Room: 101. Reduce your chances of becoming the next victim: • Park in your garage or driveway and close the gate; • Lock your doors when park - you’d be surprised how many people don’t; • Don’t leave anything on display - even ‘junk’ can look attractive; • Use a steering lock - thieves hate these; • Ensure your alarm/immobiliser is working and set each time; • Remove radios/CD players if possible; • Remove satnavs, including cradles and clean the sucker marks off the windscreen with a soft cloth; • 40% of break-ins involve mobile phones never leave one in the car; • If anything has to be left in the car, look at ways of marking them with your
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Wrexham Heritage Service is once again hosting the annual History Alive! featuring Bersham Veteran & Vintage Machinery Rally at Bersham Ironworks. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rally will take place on August 5th. And the Heritage Service is on the look out of owners of vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, and lorries to display at the festival. Bershamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rally is a friendly event set in the attractive Clywedog Valley, two miles from Wrexham.Alongside the veteran and vintage vehicles with be displays by local community heritage groups, entertainers and the 23rd Regiment of Foot (Royal Welch Fusiliers) reenactment group, plus some special awards to mark the Olympiad. Together, we hope all the various exhibitors will bring History Alive! for every generation.
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Dispose of Unwanted Medicines Properly (DUMP Scheme) As part of the Health Service Executive’s “Dispose of Unused Medicines Properly” (DUMP) scheme, Rossett Pharmacy are encouraging people to return unwanted or out of date medicines to them so that they can be disposed of safely and properly. Improper disposal of medication is a growing concern. It can lead to environmental problems and contribute to prescription drug abuse, especially among teens and young adults. Safely disposing of unwanted medicines can also reduce the risks of accidental poisoning as well as environmental damage. Medication can pose a real hazard in the home, particularly to children or other vulnerable people. Clearing out your medicine cabinet is something that should be done on a regular
basis. Check all the dates on medication and remove anything that is out of date or no longer required. As well as the hazards posed by overdose, accidental poisoning and damage to the environment, medicines can alter their composition when out of date and may end up being harmful. The D.U.M.P. program is designed to provide residents with a safe and easy option for disposing of unwanted medications. Please ensure that the medicines are kept in their original, own containers and erase any information which identifies the recipient. Please note that only pills, capsules, or liquids can be accepted; syringes cannot. If in doubt contact Glen and the team at Rossett Pharmacy on 01244 570310.
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We’re located just off the new roundabout on the A534. Still bringing you all your gardening essentials and of course the aquatics, water gardening and reptiles (come and meet Buddha the Camelion) While we’ve not had much sun so far this year, that’s even more of a reason to brighten up your gardens and bring a touch of colour
and summer to your homes. On site they now have a great cafe and free kiddies play area which everyone is welcome to visit, so don’t just think gardening. Also there is an on site conservatory and orangerie show room. The new road has been completed and you can get to the garden centre easily and safely once again.
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hugh.jones@wrexham.gov.uk Verges and Hedges. Due to the weather conditions, verges and hedges have been growing at a rapid rate. The Council is struggling to cope. Wrexham County Borough has a huge rural hinterland stretching from Chirk to Rossett. Outside contractors have been brought in to try to cope with the backlog. I am not convinced, having regard to the piecemeal way in which the work has been carried out, that resources have been used as effectively as possible and I will be asking officers to review this. Golly. I have arranged for further work to be done to improve the road and verges and this is due to be completed at the end of June. Policing There are a number of issues that I am currently discussing with North Wales Police; I have asked them to reverse changes made to their web site where it is no longer possible to identify who is responsible for policing in each ward. It is important to maintain the link between the local community and identifiable police and police community support officers. I have received a number of complaints regarding the quality of the 101 service; examples have been given of long waiting times and unsatisfactory responses. From my experience the service is inconsistent and work needs to be done to improve the service. I
would welcome any feedback from your personal experience, both good and bad. Training is in process for the extra twenty PCSOs allocated to Wrexham, ten of whom will be posted to rural areas. The Welsh Government has set up a North Wales Safer Communities Board covering the 6 counties; this includes police and emergency services together with criminal justice and local authorities. I will represent Wrexham on this Board. Jubilee Celebrations A big “thank you” to all who organised and supported the three days. Notwithstanding the weather, there was excellent community spirit and it was good to see the village hall playing its part in engendering and supporting this spirit. As a result of the demand, the pram race will become an annual event! Litter Pick A further “thank you” to the community-minded residents who came out on another wet day and helped with the litter-pick. It was good to see young and old alike taking a pride in our village. Chester Marathon The Chester Marathon will be coming through Rossett on October 7th. I am in contact with the organisers, who will be coming to the next Community Council meeting. I have asked for an assurance that the problems of last year will not be repeated. Specifically, some marshals adopted an arrogant attitude to residents; there were poor communications and unnecessary inconvenience was caused to residents by closing roads too far in advance. As always I can be contacted on 01244 571747 or hugh.jones@wrexham.gov.uk.
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All your old favourites will be there plus New for this year Pony Rides • Tennis coaching on Darland tennis courts Cycle rides on the school track. Also Rossett’s own Chocolatier, sales and demonstrations from the lady at the Cocoa Rooms. Childrens Entertainments, Bouncy Castle & Refreshments for all, not forgetting all those stalls of this and that. Admission £2 for adults, accompanied children free. Want to get involved? It’s not too late. To find out more or to get involved contact Stuart on 01244 577993 or Barbara on 01244 571557
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Improving fish passage over Burton / Rossett Weir As part of the “European Salmon for Tomorrow” project, Environment Agency Wales is working to improve fish passage at Rossett Weir. The River Alyn is failing to meet European standards for ecology and water quality. One reason for this is that the existing ‘pool and traverse’ fish pass does not work properly and very few fish are able to make it over the weir to reach their spawning grounds. To correct this, we are replacing the ‘pool and traverse’ fish pass with a modern “Larinier” fish pass. This will allow all species of fish to get over the weir. The new fish pass will slow the water down to make it easier for fish to get over the weir. We have made every effort to ensure that the new fish pass will be designed sympathetically with its surroundings. The photomontage we have put together gives an impression of how this fish pass will look. The new fish pass will let more fish access the spawning grounds and habitat upstream, so improving fish numbers in the river. The increased number of fish in the River Alyn will benefit all wildlife that relies on a healthy river. We have already improved several weirs on the Alyn to help fish migration. The new fish pass in Burton / Rossett will open up 38km of habitat on the Alyn for fish, including particularly salmon, sea trout and eels. Once the fish pass is constructed, we would like to undertake a ‘salmon homecoming’ project.We would be keen to hear from any local primary schools who would like to take part. As part of the ‘salmon homecoming’ the children would learn about the ecology of the river and each school may have an aquarium of salmon eggs which they can care for until they hatch and then release into the River Alyn. Work on the fish pass will be completed by September 2012. If you have any queries about the project or ‘salmon homecoming’ please contact us identifying the subject as “Rossett fish pass”, at Environment Agency Wales: custwano.bangor1.wls@environment-agency.gov.uk
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Face painting • Games Bric-a-brac Stall • Raffle Have a ride on a coal fired miniature steam powered train
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Try something new & get fit this summer at Gresford Trust Memorial Hall! Yoga Monday 7-8pm
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Hula Hooping Children/Adults Tuesday 5.15pm onwards
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Overton • St Mary the Virgin Church Overton is perhaps best known for the magnificent ancient yew trees in the churchyard, one of the ‘seven wonders of Wales’. The oldest is thought to be about 1500-2000 years old. The church tower dates from the 14th Century and houses a peel of 6 bells, and a clock by Joyce of Whitchurch incorporating their patent escapement mechanism, in common with ‘Big Ben’. Contact 01978 292015 • Opening Times daily 9am - 4.30pm
Bangor on Dee-St Dunawd’s Church St Dunawd was the distinguished Abbott of a huge 7th century monastery, noted for the slaughter of 1200 monks by the Anglo Saxons in 61AD. In approximately 1300 a red sandstone building was erected on what remained of the monastery, of which the chancel still stands. Discover graves and memorial plaques dating from 1300, a font dating from 1500, and beautiful stained glass windows. Beneath the pulpit are fragments of stone from the old Bangor Cross. Contact: 01978 292015 • Opening Times daily 10am-4pm
Tallarn Green • St Mary Magdalene Church This small Victorian church was first opened on 22nd October 1873, at a total building cost of £800, an amount that seems quite unreal today, as does the £137 spent on building the clock tower to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Jubilee. There can be fewer better examples of a small Victorian rural church than Tallarn Green, which continues to see regular worship after 130 years.
Worthenbury • Parish Church of St Deiniol’s The church is a Grade I listed building, and undoubtedly one of the finest examples of Georgian Architecture in Wales. The exterior is truly characteristic, in red brick with stone dressings, a fine square tower with a balustrade and urn finials, and a clock by Joyce of Whitchurch.
Marchwiel St Marcella’s Church There has been a church building on or near the current site since the 13th century.The church was restored in 1778, as the Latin inscription on one of the nave windows confirms. The pipe organ was presented to the church in 1888 by the widow of Benjamin Piercy of Marchwiel Hall. The organ was completely restored in the late 1990’s. Tel: 01978 292015 • Opening Times 10am- 4pm
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Possibly a bit of wishful thinking - but some of you may be heading to foreign shores! We all like to make the most of catching the sun and looking tanned and gorgeous, but remember beauty is only skin deep.We need to protect our skin from the sun so before you think about sprawling out sunbathing without any sun protection cream, think again. Check out the truth about tanning - What’s in the sun? The sun gives off powerful radiation waves, including different kinds of ultraviolet rays. Here are the two that should concern you: • UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin layer, causing premature ageing and increasing the risk of skin cancer. • UVB rays burn the surface of the skin, causing it to tan and burn. What’s in a tan? A substance called melanin gives the skin colour and provides some natural protection against the sun’s UV rays. In sunshine, melanin
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Road and Pavement Resurfacing Costains, working for Welsh Water, have just finished laying the new sewer pipes in Claypit Lane and across the main road.We expect overflowing drains here to be a distant memory! We will have to wait for the grass to grow again on the part of the play area where they had their huts. It will remain fenced off until the new grass has grown. I wonder what the late night revellers will find to do, late on Friday and Saturday nights, now that the “Road Closed” signs are no longer there for them to rearrange. We look forward to the resurfacing that we have been promised. The Council’s website (“Progamme of Highway Work – Carriageway Resurfacing”) shows Willow Drive’s inclusion but not Pant Lane. I will ask them to update the website to show the other resurfacing they have planned for this year. Maes y Pant / Hollowfield Despite the signs at the entrances which indicate that “extreme” mountain biking is not acceptable in the old quarry and that no excavations can be made without permission, this activity has continued and another cyclist has been injured. I hope that when proper paths are laid out later this year, the most dangerous excavations will be filled in. The Maes y Pant website will show where the footpaths will run. Marford & Gresford Luncheon Club The Luncheon Club has now become well established and has a band of regular supporters who enjoy not 46
only a pleasant lunch but also each other’s company. The final meal before the summer break at Marford Community Centre is at 12.30pm on 10th July.We would like to say a big thank you to Silvana and staff in the Rofft kitchen, who have provided us with delicious meals this year. When the Rofft children go back to school in September, the club will resume. Beryl plans to put a list of dates on the notice boards. REPORTING Don’t forget the Wrexham Council website http://www.wrexham.gov. uk to report potholes, street light problems, dog fouling, fly tipping, missed bin collection etc. During working hours you can also ring the Wrexham Council Contact Centre in Lord St on 01978 298989. If you want to call the police and it is not a 999 emergency, you can ring 101. If you are about to set off on your holidays, I wish you a safe and sunny rest from work. As your Councillor in the Marford and Hoseley area, I look forward to hearing from you by phone, by email, in writing or in person.
michael.edwards@wrexham .gov.uk
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Large Detached House. 4 Reception Rooms. 5 Bedrooms. Breakfast Kitchen. Three Bathrooms. Utility & Cloakroom. D G & G C Heating. Highly Recommended.
4 Bedroom Detached House. Ensuite & Family Bathroom. Cloakroom & Large Hallway. 3 Reception Rooms. Breakfast Kitchen. Dbl Garage & Driveway. Beautifully Presented.
Detached Four Bed House. Utility Room & W.C. Oil Central Heating. Double Glazed Windows. Large Double Garage. Superb Gardens & Views. Gated Driveway
Detached. Four Double Bedrooms. Good Sized Gardens. Double Glazed. Oil Fired C/Heating. Family & Ensuite Bathroom. Double Garage & Parking. Sought After Location
Double Fronted. Three Bedrooms. Many Original Features. Gas Central Heating. Detached Garage. Good Sized Gardens. Sought After Location. Viewing Recommended
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The Plassey Events & Workshops in July
Olympic Figures Craft Workshop Saturday 21st July: 10.30am - 4.30pm £2.50 per figure
Archery in the Tea Garden
Pulford & Poulton Local History Group Wednesday 18th JULY
“The History of Milk Transport” An illustrated talk by Mr Robert Willis Pulford Village Hall at 7:30pm
Saturday 21st July: 10.30am - 4.00pm £2.00 for 6 arrows & tuition
Visitors are welcome! Admission: Members - £2.00, non-members £3.00
Whizz Bang Cakes
Wednesday 15th AUGUST
Parent & Child Cake Decorating Classes Monday 23rd July: 10.00am - 12.30pm £20 per adult/£10 per child. School Holiday Club Monday 23rd July: 1.30pm - 4.30pm £20 per child Tuesday 24th July: 9.30am - 12.30pm £20 per child Tuesday 24th July: 1.30pm until 4.30pm For More details call Nicola 07708936979 email whizzbangcakes@yahoo.com
Please register beforehand with the Secretary below if you wish to attend.
Fun Sand Creations Workshop
Info from Hon. Sec. Jenny Nethercott
Friday 27th July: 10.30am - 4.30pm Sand creations start at £2.00 per creation.
Visit to the Poulton Dig Guided tour by Mike Emery, Site Director. Meet at the Dig at 2:30pm.
01244 571040
Jewellery & Bead Workshop Saturday 28th July: 10.30am - 4.30pm Items start at £1.50
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School Holiday Club Monday 30th July: 9.30am - 12.30pm £20 per child Drop In Cupcake Workshop Monday 30th July: 1.30am - 4.30pm £1.50 each. Tuesday 31st July: 9.30am - 12.30pm £20 per child Parent & Child Cake Decorating Tuesday 31st July: 1.30pm - 4.00pm £20 per adult and £10 per child. For details call Nicola 07708936979 or email whizzbangcakes@yahoo.com Free entry & Parking, for more details call
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Vertical blind for patio window. Drop 6’ 8” x 8’ £50
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£350,000 Pippin Lane, Rossett Well-presented, spacious detached family home situated in a sought-after village of Rossett. For viewings contact: 01244 570197
ROSSETT WI Presbyterian Church Hall, Rossett 7.30pm on the 2nd Wednesday in the month.
Please note there will be no meeting in August
Cello lessons
£5.00 for 30 mins I’m Grade 7 cello and have been playing for 9 years. I am fund raising for an Raleigh International expedition planned for my gap year. Available for lessons until Sept 13. Libby Bentley 01978 853582 • 07896 572062
scrabble club Wednesdays 7.15pm
Gresford British Legion. All welcome. Call 01978 853509
ELIZABETH ROBERTS SINGS FOR ‘CHICS’
Elizabeth, aged nineteen, from Gresford is a previous sufferer from lymphoblastic leukaemia and has used her love of singing to record an album in aid of CHICS charity (childhood cancer support group). This valuable local charity supports families with a child diagnosed with cancer. Orders can be made by contacting Elizabeth directly on: elizabeth.e.roberts@mail.com CD’s will be sold at a cost of £8 each. Any support will be truly appreciated by Elizabeth
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Gill Tanner SUMMER SIZZLERS IN STONEWALLS... John Whiteley repeated his gesture made last year when he grew a variety of bedding plants to sell to family and friends in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year he raised the staggering amount of £800 to benefit the charity. A lot of these plants were bought by neighbours in Stonewalls who were preparing their gardens for the “Five Garden Stroll” in aid of Nightingale House Hospice in June. Last year it was “Tea For Two” this year it grew to five gardens who all wanted to give their support to the hospice.
So it was a great relief when we had a rain free day for this event. Guests ambled from one garden to another following a map dotted with yellow ribbons and sunflowers to tie in with the national hospice theme of “Go Yellow” in June. We certainly did! We raised £1,450 between us, and we would like to thank all who helped in any way, by supporting us and lots of “hands on “ willing assistance. Gill & Tony Tanner, Lavister Chapel Support Group for Nightingale House For more details contact Gill Tanner 01244 571048.
63rd ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW
The Show is part of the Rossett Village Festival to be held at;
Darland Sports Centre, Rossett
Saturday 25th August 2012
Open (following judging) from 12:30PM -
Entries from non-members welcome.
Show schedules and entry forms available from local shops, Pharmacy & Post Office. -
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Monday 20th August 2012 Show secretary: Mrs. Sian Davies, (01244) 570164 email:jd.sian@btopenworld.com
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together and apply to cleansed skin. Wash off after 10 minutes. Tomato source - The fruit acids in the humble tomato are great for calming oily skin and boosting dull complexions. Mash up a ripe, very soft tomato with a fork, apply to clean skin and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm (not hot) water. Oat of this world - Our skin, both male and female - needs regular exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and combat dullness, but it can be harsh on sensitive complexions. Try this if you’re allergic to shop-bought exfoliation products: mix two heaped tablespoons of oatmeal (finely ground oats) with 2 teaspoons of double cream and rub gently on to the skin using your fingertips. Soothing yogurt - Plain yogurt is commonly used in Indian beauty regimes popular for its ability to cool and soothe the most irritated of skins. Try applying it direct to a clean complexion if it’s feeling sensitive or you’ve over-indulged on the sunbathing. Leave for 10 to 15 minutes, then wash thoroughly. Berry nice - This is another great natural solution to dehydrated or sensitive skin. Take two handfuls of ripe strawberries, which are packed with skinfriendly vitamin C - and mash together with a tablespoon of natural yogurt. Massage on to your face and leave for 10-15 minutes. Go on, raid your cupboards and give your skin a well deserved treat.
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