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The Editor’s Bit Welcome to the August/September 2018 edition of the Dyserth Times, it’s been quite the couple of months! The 2018 Community Day took centre stage amid some absolutely fantastic weather. We have been blessed these last couple of months with a heatwave and that didn’t stop for Community Day as the sun shone, leading to a brilliant day. We had many visitors on the day to get some refreshments and excellent food on board, as well as plenty of votes on the Scarecrow competition (more on that later). We’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who either organised the event, took part, visited, helped set things up or ran stalls. We couldn’t do the day without you and the day seems to get better every year and lets hope we can get weather like that next year as well! Throughout July we’ve been taking part in the Plastic-Free Challenge. Despite being avid recyclers we must admit that the challenge really has opened our eyes to how much plastic waste is generated by products we use everyday. Just a quick scan of the supermarket aisle for plastic-free packaging will make you realise that we really are surrounded by the stuff! As with most things, it’s impossible to completely cut out your plastic consumption but we’ve certainly discovered a few changes that can be made by most to minimise their plastic footprint. Our favourites are: switching to a bamboo toothbrush (readily available online), buying cans instead of bottled drinks and taking plastic containers to your local butchers or supermarket meat and fish counters—we’ve discovered that some supermarkets even give you extra points for bringing your own containers! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s turn Dyserth & Cwm green! Content Scarecrow Competition Round-up What’s On—Denbighshire Dyserth Junior Football Club Horeb Chapel Dyserth Community Council Nature Corner St Bridgit’s Parish Church Community Navigator Dyserth Tuesday Morning Community Group PCSO Alexandra Jones NSPCC Dyserth WI Pension Planning & Lasting Powers of Attorney Stength and Flexibity: The Key to a Healthy Back Community Bus Service Dyserth & District Field Club Film Reviews & Poems and Pieces Cllr Daid Gwyn Williams
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Scarecrow Competition Roundup The annual Dyserth Scarecrow competition took place through the end of June and into July and it was one to remember. This year’s theme was sport and we had a fantastic total of 13 entries this year around the villages of Dyserth and Cwm. It was great to see so many entries from families and groups of friends and we’d like to thank everyone who took part this year. It was a very close competition this year with just four votes separating first and second place, but there could only be one winner. The top three were as follows: Eagle the Eagle (Rhys & the residents of Argoel & Clwyd View) –1st place Rocket Ron (James Williams & family) —2nd place Alice in Wonderland Playing Croquet (Catrin & Stephanie Davies) -3rd place We’d like to thank everyone that showed up on Community Day at the stall to vote for their favourite scarecrow. It was lovely to see so many people turn up and hear the stories about the entries and their inspirations behind these superb creations. Finally, a special thanks goes to those who donated prizes for the competition—The Blue Lion, Scentiments, Spar, Ridiculously Rich Conwy County and The George Whiskers Foundation. Now the 2018 competition has come to a close, we are already looking ahead to 2019! We would love to see the competition return and keep the tradition running, so if you have any ideas on a theme or any improvements that could be made to how it is run, please do let us know as we are open to suggestions. Once again, a big thank you to everyone who took part.
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What’s On - Denbighshire Dyserth Craft Fair
4th August 2018
Following on from the success of Community Day, Dyserth Community Hall are hosting craft fair between the hours of 10:30am - 4pm. With stalls selling out within a mere 24 hours the fair is sure to be packed to the brim with colourful creations from the surrounding areas. More info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1528762967191921/ Denbigh & Flint Show
16th August 2018
Setting up site at the Green in Denbigh the Denbigh & Flint Show really does have something for everyone. If you’re a foodie then head over to the show’s Food Festival which offers cookery demonstrations at various points throughout the day. A wide selection of local produce will also be available to help you recreate those tasty dishes once you return home. The show also offers a number of trade stalls, exhibits vintage machines and Classic Cars, show jumping and of course provides the highly anticipated livestock shows. More info at: http://www.denbighandflintshow.com/cms/ Rhyl Air Show
25th&26th August 2018
A firm favourite with locals and visitors alike, the Rhyl Air Show returns this summer. The fun-filled 2 day event is ram-packed with displays both in the air and on the ground! Just make sure you park early if you are going by car. More info at: https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/visitor/things-to-do/rhyl-airshow/rhyl-air-show.aspx#ad-image-0 Tales from Ruthin Gaol
29th August 2018
In addition to exploring the nooks and crannies of the building, you can take advantage of informative presentations taking place between 10:30 am 1pm and 2pm - 4pm, The presentations are open to all and include stories of the gaol and it’s history. Dyserth Food & Drink Fayre
29th&30th Sept 2018
Following the recent rise in popularity of food festivals, Dyserth Community Hall is answering the calls of many a resident by hosting it’s first ever Food & Drink Fayre. The two-day event promises to deliver a mouth-watering selection of stalls offering local produce at it’s very best. More info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/2124050641185102/ 5
Dyserth Junior Football Club Well, it’s been a busy end to the season. We have had our annual fun day when all the teams, coaches and parents had lots of fun on the bouncy castle and the coconut shy! The teams played mini competitions and enjoyed hot dogs and some cold drinks. We then had the team presentations when the players are given medals for various achievements during the season, like most improved player and managers player. Most of all we want to recognise all the players and coaches for their effort and commitment during the season. At the beginning of June, Dyserth under 9’s took part in a tournament in Blackpool and made it to the quarter finals only to lose to a very good team from Llandudno (of all places!). In early July our under 9’s also held their own tournament in Dyserth. We fielded two teams in the competition with some of the under 8’s playing with them. They all performed really well considering the age gap. Well done lads and everyone for making this event such a success. We now look forward to a few weeks rest before we start training again for next season. We really need some coaching staff for the coming season. All that’s required is some spare time and enthusiasm for junior football and we will provide all the support required. Lots of kids want to play football but without coaching staff they are not able to play so please get in touch if interested. We are also looking for players particularly for our under 16s team. So if you know of any players who will be in years 10 or 11 from September who are looking for a team then we would love to hear from you. Thank you for all your support.
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Horeb Chapel, High Street, Dyserth It’s been a busy couple of months at Horeb, the highlight of which was the Garden Party at Glanrafon at the end of June. The garden looked stunning in all its summer glory and those who came were treated to good food and some great entertainment over the course of the afternoon. We owe particular thanks to Dave and Pauline for hosting the now annual event and to the Gwaenysgor Community Choir for singing with such style. Everyone’s hard work certainly paid off and we raised over £650 for the work of Horeb. So, thank you and well done to all who were involved. August is always a quiet month in the life of the church – but we are still open on Sunday mornings for Worship at 9.30 and Wednesday mornings from 9.30 – 1.00 for the Fruit and Veg coop, coffee and chat. You would be made very welcome if you want to come along. Some of you will have heard the news that I will be moving on from my role as minister of Horeb Chapel at the end of September to take up a new appointment for the United Reformed Church. As a family we moved to Dyserth in 2005 and have enjoyed the past 13 years, making many friends in the village through our involvement with the churches, school, Ti-a-fi, football club and other groups. We aren’t moving from the village just yet so you’ll still see us around for a while.
With thanks for all your support. Keep an eye on our website for all the latest news and information. Rev David Salsbury – Minister of Horeb United Reformed Church. www.dyserthchapel.org.uk Search @horebchapel on Facebook Horeb United Reformed Church - Dates for your Diary Coming soon.
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Dyserth Community Council Dyserth Youth Club: At a recent meeting of the Community Council – Mr. Gareth Davies (Denbighshire Youth Service) attended. Mr. Davies advised the Members, that he was the Youth Leader in Charge at the Dyserth Youth Club. There are four members of staff on duty on Club evenings, whereby around 35 members attend. The Dyserth Club is the largest in Denbighshire. Posters will be placed on the notice boards and in business premises advertising the youth club and the facilities on offer. During club nights there are presentations, such as an art demonstration – with a barbecue over the summer holidays. There is no entry charge made. Please see the Dyserth Community Hall web site and Facebook pages for opening times of the youth club. Footpath Concerns: Councillors’ Mrs. Margaret Williams and David Parry attended a site meeting recently to discuss continual complaints from residents, in relation to the condition of a number of footpaths. Following the meeting, with an Officer from Denbighshire Highways – the Officer agreed the following: (a) To complete work to stop water coming over the concrete path above the waterfall, as it is a potential safety hazard. A site visit by ‘water experts’ to assess what can be done (b) To look at repairing the broken tarmac surface at the top of the steps, near the entrance to "Penrhaeadr" (c) To put together a cost for provision of a handrail on the right of the footpath going down the steps to the rear of waterfall (opposite Arnant). Together with a separate costing for a handrail on the lower left of the steps above the river (more important). The Community Council may be requested to consider contributing to the cost of the handrails (d) To include a twice yearly regime of strimming etc on the path between the Old school and path above waterfalls below "Rockledge". Planning Application: Pre planning application, for Land at Mindale Farm, Meliden. Whilst the application is outside the Community Council area, the Councillors’ made the following observations: Concern expressed to an increase in traffic travelling along the B5119 Waterfall Road, and in particular, the A5151 road which travels through Dyserth High Street. This route through Dyserth on the A5151 is a popular link route to reach the A55 main trunk road. The construction of a further 133 properties in the area will increase substantially the risk of further road traffic accidents and congestion in Dyserth High Street. Planning Decision By Denbighshire County Council: Application number: 42/2018/0250 - at Bryniau Isaf Dyserth, for erection of replacement steel framed building. Granted. Police Report to Council: In the previous edition of the Dyserth Times, the Police report advised in relation to 42 reported criminal offences reported within a six week period. The Community Councillors’ are surprised that the 8
increase in crime related instances are continuing to be at a high level. The most recent report from the Police refers to 38 reported criminal offences in the Dyserth area – which includes a number of road traffic accidents, criminal damage, theft, domestic disputes and fraud. Community Council Adopt Two Bus Shelters The Community Council are in the process of adopting the two current bus shelters within the Community – one in Dyserth High Street (as pictured) together with the shelter on Waterfall Road – across from the entrance to Glan Ffyddion. Both the above shelters are made from perspex glass and look unsightly even following cleaning. Prior to the adoption, Denbighshire will replace the perspex with clear toughened glass – whereby the Community Council will ensure a cleaning contract. Application for Financial Support and Donations:
The Community Council welcome applications from the Community (Committees, Groups) for financial support. However, the application must be from a bone fide group, or committee, that at least one or more of the Councillors’ are aware of. There are strict guidelines that the Community Council must adhere to, when considering and granting financial support. Financial support is also granted to organisations and charitable institutions outside the Council area, but these applications must in some way benefit the Community. Further details in respect of applying for financial support from the Community Council, or any other financial information, can be obtained from the Clerk and Financial Officer - as per the contact details below. R. Phillip Parry, Clerk & Financial Officer to Photo courtesy of the Daily Post Dyserth Community Council
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Nature Corner Phew, it’s been hot! Of course by the time this reaches you the weather may have turned as it does so often when the school term ends! However, if it’s still with us then let us look on how to keep our garden birds hydrated. As we enjoy the summer enjoying cold drinks your feathered friends will be watching you begrudgingly as you take every sip! All you need to do is simple. Just put out an old bowl, or a few is even better and keep it topped up with fresh water….birds will thank you. Sorted! You also get the pleasure of watching them splashing about. A “win, win” situation. However, no matter how hard we try there are other factors which lead to hard times in the natural world. Predation and effects on bird populations: Always a sad topic. Despite the trials and tribulations of our daily lives, very few people on this planet are worried about being killed and eaten by another predatory species. However, for practically every other species on earth, predation is a real daily threat. Wildlife keeps fighting back and nature manages to keep a balance. Let’s look at a local example. In June at a local reserve it was noted by an eagle eyed observer (excuse the pun) that no less than 14 mallard ducklings and 8 moorhen chicks and 3 goslings were lost to predation. In the month of July as I write they have lost 6 ducklings and 2 Moorhen chicks and 2 Moorhen nests abandoned with the loss of the eggs. There is also reported losses of Reed Warbler nests. It is also thought that some increased predation is down to the rise in Predatory birds, including Raptors. It has been said that if habitats rich in bird food could be provided to ensure that chicks do not go hungry, then their begging calls do not attract predators and that adult birds aren’t forced to forage for longer than they need where they are openly attracting predatory behaviour. In our gardens of course, our feline friends also can have a detrimental effect, but probably best not to go there! Another effect on bird populations are the many modern practices including land management and farming which has resulted in a high loss of our song birds due to changes to the structure of our woodlands. So, add the natural predation, then add to it modern farming (although many farmers work hard to help alleviate this) and woodland practices, then overall nature has a hard life. Richard Walliker
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The Parish Church of St. Bridget By the time of publication of this edition the Summer Raffle will have been drawn and we will be approaching a quiet time of the year when many of the congregation will be on holiday. It seems opportune therefore to explain what is happening in part of the Churchyard. With the approval of the Vicar the Dyserth Environmental Group are attempting to create a patch of ground which will be attractive to bees and butterflies. It is a small area next to the wall by the stream in a patch which is unsuitable for burials because of its dampness. The group have taken advice from Jan Miller (the author of “Gardening for Butterflies, Bees and other beneficial insects�) who lives locally, as to what wild flowers would be most suitable, the area has been cordoned off with biodegradable tape and planting has begun. She suggested that apart from planting a few plugs this year, the area should be left unmown, so that we can see what plants are actually growing there already. There is a very old and currently unusable seat at the side of the area which will probably be replaced and an overhanging tree trimmed back. On the opposite side of the gravelled path there is a steep bank which is again unsuitable for burials and may be able to be developed as a small rockery. We are grateful to the Group for their efforts to beautify and add interest to our Churchyard but would stress that there is no intention whatsoever to encroach on any existing grave. Keith Sanderson
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Alex Pendleton – Community Navigator Denbighshire County Council are working in partnership with both the British Red Cross and Age Connects to support people in the local area. The Community Navigator service was set up in order to empower individuals to easily access local support that can benefit their well-being. Community Navigator support can include; * Improving social links and meeting new people * Rediscovering your interests or trying something new (we can offer short term assistance to support you to make that first step) * Overcoming barriers such as loss of confidence, changes in circumstance, mobility or mental health * Support with finding volunteering opportunities that suit you * Finding specialist support if you have been affected by; bereavement, caring roles, employability, health conditions, mental health, substance misuse, sensory impairment or financial circumstances * Finding you practical support for issues that matter to you, such as shopping, cleaning, gardening, transport, etc. Community Navigators can support anybody in Denbighshire over the age of 18 and their families. If you would like to talk to a Community Navigator in person, you can attend one of the below Talking Points; * Prestatyn Library every Friday 9:30-1pm * Rhuddlan Library every other Thursday 2-4:30pm * Rhyl Library every Tuesday 9:30-3:30 In addition to a Community Navigator, you can also expect to see representatives from Denbighshire Social Services at Talking Points who can offer information, advice and assistance to support you to live independently for as long as possible. If you would like to get in touch, you can 2call the Single Point of Access (SPoA) on 0300 456 1000 (freephone) or email Alex.Pendleton@denbighshire.gov.uk or feel free to pop into any of the
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Dyserth Tuesday Morning Community Group At the AGM held last March all the officers were re-elected except for Mrs Margaret Blott who has decided to relinquish the post of Secretary after more than sixteen years of devoted and successful service. The Chairman thanked her and everyone present warmly applauded. At the ‘end of session’ lunch at the Faenol Fawr which followed immediately Margaret was delighted to receive a large bouquet of flowers which she says lasted very well! As a temporary measure David Richards has agreed to act as Secretary to produce the next season’s programme based largely on existing lists of possible speakers but a new Secretary for the longer term is needed. Any ideas for the post or for speakers will be gratefully received. The new session will start in the Dyserth Community Hall on October 2nd at 10.15am when everyone and especially new members will be very welcome. D S Richards
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PC Alexandra Jones This has been another busy month with a few incidents occurring in and around Dyserth. Information has been received that there are Graffiti Tags around Dyserth and some of the rocks at the Waterfalls have been defaced also. Any information greatly appreciated. Recently we have received reports of rouge traders in the Denbighshire area and would like to remind you that you keep all windows and doors closed when leaving the property. Our Cupper with a Copper dates at Maes Esgob are as follow: 18th July 2018 15:30 – 17:30, 16th August 2018 2pm – 4pm, 18th September 2018 2pm – 4pm, 18th October 2018 10am – 12noon, 21st November 2018 10am – 12noon, 20th December 2018 2pm – 4pm. Please feel free to come and speak to me on any of those dates. If you see me out and about, please feel free to approach me. You can contact me by e-mail: Alexandra.jones@nthwales.pnn.police.uk or mobile: 07768038842. PCSO Alexandra Jones Alexandra.Jones@nthwales.pnn.police.uk 07768 038842 MP and AM’s Surgery Dates Chris Ruane MP Friday 20th July 2018 Eirianfa, Denbigh: 2:30pm—3:30pm Prestatyn Library: 4pm—5pm Rhyl Ask Centre: 5:30pm—6:30pm chris.ruane.mp@parliament.uk or 07564648841 . Ann Jones A.M. To make an appointment please ring Ann Jones’s constituency office Call 01745 332813 or use the contact form at http://annjones.org.uk/get-in-touch/
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NSPCC Hurrah! We made it. After lots of hard work from our band of trusty volunteers, we were ready for the off on our opening day. Our new shop in Thomas Avenue was officially opened on 1st June by Lady Langford and lots of goodies were sold. It’s wonderful to see all our regular customers returning and people certainly know where we are to make their donations of unwanted items. We have been given so much! We always welcome new customers too, so please tell your friends and family about our tremendous new store. If you have visited us already, I hope you were impressed by the space we now have. You might have thought it would be difficult to fill, but No! We have managed to more than fill it already. As well as all the preparation for the new shop, some of our team have been busy carrying out the regular fundraising activities. There were tombola and sales tables at the duck race in May; Jacksons Garden Centre very kindly invited us to join in their 50 year anniversary celebrations in June, where we had a change from the tombola and had ducks (plastic not real ones!) to catch to win prizes; we were also present at the Dyserth Community Day, where lots of fun was had by all. We mustn’t forget the ongoing fundraising for the NSPCC organised by the staff in the Spar shop, Bingo being one of their latest ventures. A big THANK YOU to all involved. I hope you have had fun joining in some of these occasions, as well as helping boost the NSPCC funds. You may think the majority of volunteers in the shop are just a little past their prime (and indeed most of us are, but don’t admit it!) but how about this: The oldest NSPCC volunteer, 104year-old Anne Baker, welcomed Dame Esther Rantzen to her annual fundraising garden party in Salisbury. Anne has been offering her help since 1965, and was awarded community volunteer of the year for the South West of England and Channel Islands at the recent NSPCC 16
Childhood Champion Awards. But not to be outdone, we have our own superstar, Chris Ward, who I am sure most of you will know. Chris, pictured here with Esther, won the same award for Wales. This was in recognition of all her tireless efforts in the shop and organising the many activities above. Congratulations Chris, well deserved! Coming soon, there will be more ducks to catch on August Bank Holiday weekend down by the waterfall. See you there. Gill Morgan
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Dyserth WI Well we are almost ready for our Summer break with no meeting in August. Although we do not have an Institute meeting now until September there is still plenty going on. Twenty of us are going to the Gala Night of Mamma Mia 2 at the Scala, complete with suitable vintage dress. The Denbigh and Flint Show will provide a showcase for many of our florists, crafters, cooks and artists to display their wares. Last year we were the winning Institute, will we be able to retain our title? When we come back together in September we will have an evening of Burlesque with Cirque Paradis!!! What will that be like, and will there be a chance to participate? As well as our monthly full group meetings our smaller groups [Singing, Crafting, and Knit and Natter] will also have a break. Plenty of time to get out into the garden to tend to the plants or relax with a G and T. June saw an intrepid group of members setting out for Cardiff to the national AGM. We thoroughly enjoyed hearing the guest speakers, Dame Stella Rimmington and Huw Edwards. Almost as enjoyable was singing Jerusalem with several thousand other women...stirring [see/hear it on our Facebook page]. We had a wonderful afternoon tea at 1891 restaurant in Rhyl complete with 'best' dresses and fascinators and a stimulating visit to Liverpool to view the Terracotta Army, a once in a lifetime opportunity for members. Sadly we still have to keep our books closed at present as we now have at 103 paid up members! However if you would like to join us in the future, you are welcome to email our membership secretary [reesowen.lro@gmail.com] to have your name added to our waiting list. We continue to meet on the second Friday of every month [except August] in Dyserth Community Centre. Keep up with our activities on Face Book. Just type in Dyserth WI to see pictures and articles about past events and outings or, for further information contact Anne Sanderson (President) on 01745 859526. Sue Wright Wanted Small property - 1 or 2 bedroom. must be animal friendly. must, if possible, have a field or access to a field for a selection of pet farm animals. Single retired lady. As remote as possible. Anything Considered Phone or text - 07948 216 390 18
Pension Planning & Lasting Powers of Attorney A recent report has urged people who are approaching retirement to ensure that they have Lasting Powers of Attorney in place. The past few years have seen drastic changes in pension rules meaning that retirees have much more flexibility in how they can use the pension pot they have worked so hard to build up. However, the Zurich report draws attention to the fact that you can only make the most of that flexibility while you have the mental capacity to do so. If you lose capacity then, unless you have given someone authority to make decisions for you, your ability to make the most of your pension is lost. A Lasting Power of Attorney for Property & Financial Affairs allows you to appoint people you trust to make decisions for you when you become unable to do so yourself and to assist you if you are struggling to manage. With the help of a solicitor, the forms can be drafted to allow for lots of eventualities and to effectively give the powers you want to give alongside any guidance or restrictions that are important to you. Nelson Myatt Solicitors can give you help and advice in drafting, completing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney for Property & Financial Affairs. The department also offer advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney for Health & Welfare, Court of Protection applications, Wills and Inheritance Tax. Carolyn Snellgrove Nelson Myatt Solicitors LLP
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Strength and Flexibility: The Keys to a Healthy Back Movement is life. We were designed to move. When we do not move, we start to die. The same goes for the microcosm within us. Every cell and tissue in our body is in constant motion. Tissues that become static begin to stagnate and eventually perish. The spine is designed to move. Each vertebra is connected to the next by a disc and 2 facet joints. It is similar to a snake, which is not surprising as we evolved from the same source. For optimum health our backs should be mobile at every joint. Our spines should be as fluid and flexible as a snake. However, they are not. This may, in part, be due to our upright posture which puts more stress on the spinal muscles and joints. You may have noticed that young people are flexible while older people are stiffer. The older we get the more our backs stiffen up. This is because the fibres that cover our spinal joints get thicker and more brittle over time. These fibres are a kind of scar tissue and those parts of the spine that get more stress on them due to our habitual postures or repetitive work activity, tend to develop more scar tissue. This is called “wear and tear� by some people and may be the first stage of arthritis. Chiropractic treatment releases the adhesions that form on people's spines giving them more mobility. When you have a more mobile spine you suffer less pain. Many people think that a chiropractor's job is about relieving back pain. It is not. It is about restoring mobility. Reduced pain is a by-product of chiropractic treatment The first stage in restoring health to your back is to improve mobility. When your back is more mobile it is important to work on your core strength. Core stability exercises, such as taught in a Pilates class, help to strengthen the muscles that support the spine. They also help to develop neurological control over these muscles so that they contract to protect the back at the right time. (It doesn’t matter how strong a muscle is, if it contracts at the wrong time it is useless!)
A mobile spine and strong core are the two essential components of a healthy back. One without the other is insufficient. If your spinal joints are inflexible your spine is like a solid broom handle. The muscles around it, that move the vertebrae, are ineffective if the joints cannot move. On the other hand, a flexible back without a strong core is unstable.
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When your back is flexible, strong and stable then all you have to do is to use your back the way it is meant to be used. That is to be active in your daily life; Keep your whole body moving as much as possible. The beauty of being pain-free is that you don’t have to think about your back, you can just get on with the things you Steve Massey St Asaph Chiropractic Clinic 01745 535854
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Community Bus Service A new service has recently started in Dyserth providing residents with free information help and advice. WAXWING
Every Wednesday on the car park at Maes Esgob, the Community Information Bus, an old converted mobile library, will be open between the hours of 10am – 3.30pm. The service will be provided by David Haycocks who is the Community Money Advisor and he will be able to provide advice and assistance on a range of topics, such as benefits applications, changing energy provider or helping you save those crucial pennies on household bills.
The idea behind the bus is to empower local residents by enabling access to information and guidance services. There will be free wi-fi available on board, or if you need a helping hand connecting to your own home wi-fi, there will be guides on board to help get you set up or get you through any issues you may be facing online. The bus can be used to hold meetings if required or private interviews can be arranged with outside agencies such as if you needed to meet with the job centre but you are unable to travel. Other vital features are access for disabled and there is a Welsh speaker on-hand as well. So whether you are seeking advice about budgeting, having a local meeting hub or if you are just looking for a friendly face to chat to, the Community Information Bus will provide a variety of options for Denbighshire residents and is sure to be a valuable asset to the county. Dave Haycocks Community Bus denbishirecommunitybus@gmail.com RHUDDLAN OTTER
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Dyserth & District Field Club The second event of the Summer programme was a walk following part of the Dyserth Nature Trail and was included in the Prestatyn Walking Festival. It started from the National Trust car park near Craig Fawr passing the site of Dyserth castle, then using the walkway along the former rail track to get to Maes Hiraddug – a SSSI wildflower meadow with many orchids, buttercups and several other species. After descending by the waterfall, then in full flow, the party of about 25 people availed themselves of ice-creams at the café before crossing the churchyard and climbing through woodland and fields to return to the car park.
The first excursion this year was to the National Trust property of Biddulph Gardens and attracted 28 members and guests. The quirky mid-19th century gardens are divided into areas representing China, India, Egypt and Italy as well as more traditional areas of Rhododendrons, Limes, Wellingtonias and Dahlias. There are also a small garden museum and a geological display along with the oldest ‘stumpery’ in the UK formed of upturned tree roots. A two mile walk in the adjacent Country Park was also offered but only half of the party undertook this. In June there were two walks, the first explored the wide-open spaces of Halkyn Mountain with much evidence of the former industrial activity especially lead mining and quarrying. Castle Wood provided examples of interesting flora and the effects of recent storms and a visit to St Mary’s church gave a reminder of early life in the form of numerous fossils in various artefacts made of polished limestone. The other walk was in the village of Llangynhafal starting with the holy well of St Cynhafal at Plas Dolben farm on the lower western slopes of Moel Famau. The well is said never to run dry and its waters are believed to cure warts. After a picnic lunch in the car park of the Golden Lion a short walk to the church revealed a most interesting double-naved church with two different hammer-beam roofs and some remarkable carvings on the pulpit as well as a 17th century carving of a gold painted ‘pelican in her piety’ feeding its young by pecking her breast to give blood – a symbol of the resurrection. Next to the church is Plas yn Llan where Wordsworth sometimes stayed with his college friend Robert Jones and wrote some of his poetry there. Because of the very hot weather the walk was curtailed and via some fields the pub was reached for welcome drinks and ice-creams. The next event is a visit on 21st July by coach to Norton Priory, recently refurbished with an excellent new museum and a well-tended walled garden. Then on 28th July walks to nature reserves on Anglesey st Llyn Parc Mawr and Cors Gydda. There will be no events in August but on September 8th a walk will explore Nercwys Forest and Bryn Alyn and then on 22nd September 24
a coach excursion to Stokesay Castle and the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre should make a good day out. The summer programme will conclude with a walk in the Henllan area on 6th October passing the remains of Foxhall House after visiting the church of St Sadwrn Everyone will be very welcome at these events which the Club very much hopes will attract new members. If you wish to join the Field Club or need any other information please contact the Secretary on 01745 336456. Information about the Club and full details of the programme appear on the Dyserth website under ‘Organisations’. Look out for details of the programme on local posters, in the libraries and on the website and then please join in!
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Film Reviews Adrift The vast, unknowable ocean has long been one of cinema’s most beloved locales. Sometimes, it contains wonders. Sometimes, it contains answers. Sometimes, it’s the passage to freedom. And sometimes, it’s a bloody great body of freezing cold water that’s just full of endless peril. The actual action is extremely well done, and the chemistry between Claflin and Woodley is wonderful. Without doubt, Woodley is the star, and she’s excellent throughout – eminently believable as the starry-eyed world traveller and full of gritty determination and expertly steely-eyed as the desperate hero. . The plotting at times seems, frankly, seasick. The excruciating action at sea – which, for the record, contains some watch-through-your-fingers gruesomeness – is intercut with flashback scenes from the pair’s land-based romance. Though it’s well-acted and pretty inoffensive, it does manage to take the wind out of the battered sails a bit. A lot of the flashback feels unnecessary, and by extension a lazy storytelling device; it means the action flags a bit. Not as outrageous as The Shallows or as classic as Open Water, Adrift is nevertheless a passable summer emotional rollercoaster and worth a watch. By no means a wreck, this film is buoyed by Woodley, and her performance is a life-saver. Score—6/10 Poems & Pieces The Stranger
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I look in the mirror but all that I see, is this strange old man staring back at me. Where is that young man that once I would pass? Why have they removed his face from the glass? What have they done with him? Where can he be? Where is that young face that used to be me?
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Cllr David Gwyn Williams I have secured an agreement from Denbighshire Highways to make some minor alterations to the blind bend halfway along St Asaph Road. This will involve taking off some of the bank on the field side of the road to improve visibility. Although the work will not take more than a few hours the results should mean that if vehicles are ever parked there then the bend should be less hazardous. The work might not be done for several months, but I have been assured that it will be done in this financial year, so before next March.
With reference to many concerns about the safety of a stone retaining wall adjacent to the footpath where the High Street meets with Hiraddug Road, a structural engineer has been asked to inspect this in the near future. I have asked for a site meeting to discuss the possible re siting of the 30mph signs at Bryniau. The signs are now partly obscured by vegetation on a bad bend and in my opinion need moving to a more obvious site to slow traffic before it reaches the hazardous area. I will press for this meeting as soon as possible. I have also asked, again, for a hedge to be cut back on Ffordd Ffynnon where it is not only growing over the pavement hampering pedestrians, but also causing severe visibility problems for traffic exiting Clwyd Avenue. I will try and get this done in the very near future. As always please contact me at any reasonable time if you wish to discuss any issues relating to County Council matters. Cofiwch chi gyd, rydw i’n wastad yn barod i gwrando i unrhyw un sydd eisiau sgwrsio ar faterion Sir Ddinbych yn ein pentref ni.
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Carol Boyton
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Dyserth Junior Football Club
Secretary – Andy Chadwick Treasurer – Glenn Jones Acting Chairperson & Safeguarding Officer – David Salsbury
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Karate Club
Shirley Smith
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Ti a Fi (Parent & Toddler Group)
Cara Squire Sue Whieldon
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Secretary - Jackie Parry
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David Richards
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Secretary – Lynne Peake
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David Richards
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Joyce Marshall
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John Hugh Jones
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Emma Orhan
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Line Dancing
Dorothy Evans
01745 888833
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Canon Robert Rowland
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Dyserth Parish Church
Canon Robert Rowlands Church Warden – Harry Davies & Roger Peters
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Revd. David Salsbury
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Dyserth United Reform Church
01745 570130
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Cathy Jackson
01745 570258
Old School Hall, Cwm
Diana Baxter
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Patterson Hall, Dyserth
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