Tadcaster Echo - August/September 2023

Celebrating everything good in Tadcaster and surrounding areas

INTRODUCTION

Hello and a very warm welcome to your August/September edition of Tadcaster Echo!

The sun is still shining and we are lapping up the last of the sunny nights before autumn arrives. We hope all our readers have had a brilliant summer whatever you have been up to.

In this issue, we share some brilliant advice from North Yorkshire police in how you can ensure your house is a safe as possible. We also celebrate Tadcaster and Rural CIC who have secured Community

Anchor Organisation status by the new North Yorkshire Council. This means that the work they do at The Barn and other related community activities has been recognised as playing a key role in bringing communities together, social regeneration and resilience.

As always, if you would like more information about how you can be featured in the magazine, get in touch with a member of our friendly team who will be happy to help.

We will see you again in October!

meet the staff

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LISA WARRENER EDITOR

RACHAEL LIDDLE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

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North Yorkshire Police urges residents to help keep opportunist burglars at bay this summer

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Reports of sneak-in burglaries always increase during the warmer months. Sadly, this is often down to homeowners taking unnecessary risks by leaving doors, windows and outbuildings insecure.

Detective Chief Inspector Carol Kirk, North Yorkshire Police’s burglary lead, said: “It only takes

a few minutes of your time to lock doors, close windows and secure sheds and garages.

“Yet it only takes a matter of seconds for an opportunistic burglar to sneak into your property and take whatever they can lay their hands on.

“That’s why it’s so important to remember to lock up and hide your valuables from view – even

if you’re just washing the car or cutting the grass at the time.“ Keep burglars out of your property

In addition to the locking up properly, here’s some additional advice to prevent burglars from targeting your property.

Keep it visible

You’d think that it would be best to make a property less visible from the street, and to keep it hidden from prying eyes behind overgrown bushes, trees, high fences or walls.

summer sunshine enticing people outdoors, North Yorkshire Police are urging residents to take simple but effective measures to help guard against opportunist burglars

In reality, all that this serves to do is make it easier for a burglar to get close to a home unnoticed and provide somewhere to hide while carrying out a burglary or theft from the property.

Remember

• Lower fences at the front around one-metre high are preferable to high fences as they allow for a clear view over the top and don’t provide cover for anyone wishing to hide

• At the rear and sides, taller

fencing is recommended to prevent easy access

• Trellises, thorny plants, or a suitable anti-climb topping such as plastic spikes make it difficult for anyone climbing over a fence or gate

• Planting prickly or barbed shrubbery along boundaries and fence lines acts as an effective natural barrier

• Gravel driveways and paths will make sure you hear anyone approach

Think like a thief

Look at your shed and consider how you would break in. It’s worth having a good padlock on the door with no exposed screws. Pay attention to hinges, as these are sometimes easily removable. If you have windows, then these could be vulnerable unless they’re secured with wire mesh or grills. And keep it locked.

If you see a burglary in progress or feel threatened, always dial 999 for an emergency response.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

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Local group receives recognition from North Yorkshire Council

At a well-attended AGM at The Barn, Tadcaster, CEO David Gluck was able to announce that Tadcaster and Rural CIC has secured Community Anchor Organisation status by the new North Yorkshire Council

This means that the work the group does at The Barn and other related community activities has been recognised by North Yorkshire Council as playing a key role in bringing communities together, social regeneration and resilience.

Tom Jenkinson who attended the event on behalf of the Council’s Stronger Communities team told the audience that the status recognised The Barn as “somewhere that is crucial to its place and environment”.

The proactivity and the “can do attitude” has seen the recent growth of the operation which hosts Youth Groups in collaboration with Bridge Project, community groups, Tadcrafters, a skate park, facilities for refugees, the town’s foodbank and many other social and community activities.

Bryony Boyle, one of the group’s directors, commented: “A community anchor organisation

is crucial to the place and the community where it is based and provides a meaningful way for people to get involved and have a voice in the place they live. We’re delighted that this recognition by North Yorkshire Council recognises the hard work by Tadcaster and Rural CIC and the importance of The Barn in Tadcaster, creating a place where all feel welcome, supported and valued.”

Many groups and partners attended the meeting and Director Fiona Greig who chaired the meeting was pleased to present Certificates of Sponsorship to three key partners, Sibling Workspace, North Yorkshire Council and Tadcrafters. A fourth Partner, Bridge Street Dental surgery, will also receive a certificate in appreciation of their support.

Further support and usage is always appreciated. A huge congratulations to the group and we cannot wait to see all its exciting plans and events.

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