1327 Look Local 20 June 2024

Supermarket staff win dispute over pensions

Morrisons backs down

Hundreds of warehouse and logistics workers in Yorkshire are celebrating a er accepting new terms and conditions from supermarket chain Morrisons that sees them claim victory in an industrial dispute over pensions, pay and working conditions.

e workers had been taking part in strike action over proposed changes to their pension contributions that would have le them hundreds of pounds a year worse o . Additional issues surrounding pay and conditions have also been the subject of the dispute.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: " is is a great win for our members at Morrisons and shows the

real power of a union in the workplace. I'm delighted they have achieved their goals and that the supermarket has seen sense and come up with an acceptable outcome.”

Following a ballot on the new o er from Morrisons workers will contribute the same amount as presently towards their pension, ensuring their nancial stability. Further improved bene ts include a new Service Award scheme which will pay up to £350 for longservice milestones. From 1st July 2024 a nine per cent increase will be applied on all rates of pay including weekend incentive premiums and freezer allowance with the existing additional anti-social hours shi pay

maintained. Unite has also forced Morrisons to conduct reviews of "pick rates" and job roles in a transparent manner and with full union involvement.

Unite national o cer Adrian Jones said: "Our members took to the picket line and were prepared to disrupt supplies to Morrisons’ stores to make their anger felt. ey stood strong and have won an important workplace victory including improved pay and conditions as well as protecting their pension contributions. Instead of being hundreds of pounds out of pocket they are thousands of pounds up. is is further evidence that if you want your employer to hear your voice loud and clear, join a union."

READING FOR A BETTER FUTURE

Centenary in full Swing

Last ursday saw the rst match of a centenary competition between Stocksbridge GC, Brancepeth Castle GC from Durham & Leyland GC from Preston.

All 3 clubs are celebrating their 100th year anniversary and decided to get together as part of the celebrations and have a one-o competition.

Teams of 12 players of varying levels from

each club took part in a stableford format. e winning club will be the one with the most points a er the 3 rounds.

SGC hosted the rst outing with Brancepeth in July & Leyland in August.

A fantastic start to the competition and the weather just about behaved itself for a change.

But importantly many new friends were made

on the day and the event continued into the early evening.

Stocksbridge took the spoils with a total of 303 points and also the top 3 spots with Ian Hulbert 39(14), Lucas Barron 35(13) & Andrew Finney 34(2)

SGC have a number of events planned in celebration this year, with the Armed Forces AmAm on 29th June, where there are still some tee times available.

30th June is the Hickory Challenge. Players will compete using the clubs of yester year and is open to non-club members, even if you’ve never played before getting yourself up to the club for a fun event.

Anyone wishing to take part in either event please contact the club 0114 2882003.

Hadrian’s Wall Walk

Parents of a man who took his own life are thankful to his boyhood friends for raising money in his name for a suicide charity.

Daniel Barden died at the age of 33, and his boyhood friends Rob Daly and Mark Woodcock now in their 40’s walked the length of Hardrian’s Wall to raise money for Papyrus - Prevention of Young Suicide Charity.

e pair raised over £2000 a er initially setting a target of £1000 and walked 84 miles.

Parents of Daniel, Elaine and Steve Barden told Look Local

“ We are really grateful to everyone that's donated, and a massive well done to Rob and Mark. e Papyrus Charity really helped us and the money is going to a very worthy cause.”

A walk to remember

By James Fletcher

A retired ex-serviceman completed a ve-day hike across all ve of the landing beaches of the D-Day assault that took place 80 years ago and has raised £43,500 for the Gurkha Welfare Trust.

Jim Morton spent most of his years serving the country in the Royal Engineers and back in 2021/22 he completed a lifelong ambition of walking around the coast of Britain with the aim to raise £50,000 for the Gurkha Welfare Trust.

Jim explained how along the way he fell o a cli edge and spent some time in hospital along the way. He managed to complete his walk and raised £40,500 for the Gurkha’s.

Jim wrote a book of his ‘walk’ called “I may be gone a while.” With all the proceeds going to the Gurkha Trust, the book is still available to buy from his Facebook page – ‘I may be gone a while.’

e 64-year-old has been a great ambassador for the Trust and when asked why this particular one he said, “Over 20,000 Gurkha’s died during the Second World War ghting for a country that they had never even been to and still continue to this day

and they don’t seem to get the recognition they deserve.

“I promised the Trust that I would raise £50,000 for them and a er the walk and the book sales and talks I only managed to raise £40,500. So, I decided to get my walking boots back on and walk all ve landing beaches of D-Day, Normandy for their 80th anniversary. I started on the 30th of May, and I walked 95 miles starting at Utah Beach walking to Omah, Gold, Juno and nishing on Sword beach.”

He also explained that the original plan was to start walking on the 30th and nish on the 6th of June when of course the landings took place. But due to high security with President Biden, President Macron and King Charles III all in attendance along with other foreign dignitaries he was told that he wouldn’t be able to complete his walk on that day so in true Yorkshire fashion hae “He had to get a shu y on.” To nish his walk.

“I wanted to do this walk, because 80 years ago my father landed on Sword Beach, and it would’ve been nice to walk on the same beach on the same day as he had done all those years ago. It was a very emotional walk for me.”

A er this walk Jim has no new plans at this moment in time but didn’t rule anything out for the future.

Right: A 21 year old Walter Morton landed on ‘Sword’ Beach 80 years ago.

Reading together

...Continued from front page

Stocksbridge High School has seen pupil learning bene t from a new reading initiative.

e Peer Reading Mentors programme is a weekly Friday event where dedicated mentors meet with their mentees to engage in a variety of literacy activities. ese activities include listening to their mentees read, reading to them, playing literacy-related games, helping them choose books, and constantly discussing the joys of reading.

e commitment and enthusiasm displayed by the mentors have fostered a climate for learning within the school.

e mentors are not only helping their peers improve their reading skills but are also developing valuable skills themselves, such as leadership, patience, communication, empathy, and responsibility. Meanwhile, the mentees are enhancing their reading comprehension, con dence, vocabulary, listening skills, motivation, and critical thinking.

e improvement in students' reading abilities, their love of reading, and the opportunities they have had to grow are a testament to their hard work and dedication. Stocksbridge High School believes these achievements deserve recognition and celebration within the wider community.

Above: D-day walk saw retired ex-serviceman, Jim Morton close in on his £50,000 charity target fior the Gurkha’s.

DEEPCAR

Tennis Club Hosts Fundraiser

The senior members of the Bradfield Tennis Club organised their annual fundraising event on Wednesday, 12 June, inviting the local community to enjoy tea, coffee, and homemade cakes outside the Tennis Pavilion.

Despite the chilly morning, the event saw an impressive turnout, with many residents braving the cool weather to support the cause. Thankfully, the day remained dry, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. Attendees were greeted with a table laden with a delightful array of homemade cakes and biscuits, which nearly sold out entirely. Another table showcased an array of enticing raffle prizes.

The morning event raised over £630, showcasing the community's generosity and support. Later that day, the leftover cakes were taken to the monthly meeting of the Wadsley Women's Institute (WI), where an additional £60 was raised.

In total, the fundraising efforts amassed over £690, with all proceeds being donated to a Parkinson's charity and Peeps, a children's charity. The success of the event underscores the community's spirit and commitment to supporting important causes.

The Bradfield Tennis Club's senior members expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support and look forward to continuing their tradition of annual fundraising events, bringing the community together for worthy causes.

Sheffield prepares to head to the polls

With less than a month to go to the General Election on the 4th of July, voters across Sheffield will be making that all important decision of which candidate gets their vote.

Before voters’ head to their local polling station to place a mark on their ballot paper, there are a few things required to remember to ensure everything goes smoothly when voters arrive at the polling station.

Kate Josephs, the acting Returning Officer at Sheffield City Council, has shared her advice for those who are registered to vote to enable they can do this safely and confidently to ensure the accuracy of the result.

Last year, for the first time, anyone voting in person in an election had to show photo identification when they arrived at the polling station.

This same rule also applied at the recent Local Elections in May and continues for the upcoming General Election.

To help voters, Sheffield City Council have a full list of the forms of acceptable photo ID on the Council website.

The list includes identification such as passports, driving licences and some travel cards and, as long as the picture still looks like you, the ID will be accepted even if it has expired.

If voters are unsure if the preferred form of photo ID will be accepted, simply check the Sheffield City Council website or look at the list detailed on your poll notice which will be issued to your registered address.

However, if you don’t have one of these forms of ID, don’t worry as you can apply for free photo ID – known as a Voter Authority Certificate – to allow you to vote. To apply for this free photo ID, visit the Government’s Election website www.gov.uk/apply-for-photo-id-voter-authority-certificate”.

Once you get to a polling station on Thursday 4th July, the polling station team will check that your ID is valid and that the photo is of you.

There will be private areas at each polling station if you would like this to be done away from the public area and, if you would prefer, you can ask for a specific member of the polling station staff to check your ID should that make you feel more comfortable.

Likewise, if you arrive at a polling station with the wrong form of ID, or you’ve forgotten your photo ID, don’t panic, you still can return to your polling station with an acceptable form of ID and cast your vote, if you return before polls close at 10pm.

£1.4 million flooding project announced for Deepcar

A long-term solution to the flood risk in Deepcar has been announced, marking a significant step forward in protecting the area from future flooding events. Sheffield City Council will be investing £1.4 million to create a permanent fix to the collapsed and blocked Fox Glen Culvert at Deepcar, protecting 35 homes currently at risk of flooding.

On November 7th, 2019, the area faced severe flooding. The Met Office issued an amber rainfall warning for South Yorkshire late on November 6th, followed by Environment Agency flood warnings for Sheffield's rivers. The Council's emergency response was activated, including closing flood gates on the River Don, deploying personnel, and checking priority drainage infrastructure. A major incident was declared at 2 PM on November 7th.

The Met Office reported that 82.2mm of rain fell on November 7th, equivalent to a month's worth of rainfall in 24 hours, making it Sheffield's wettest day on record. Despite the Council's efforts, the floods affected 42 residential and 36 commercial properties, disrupted 129 roads, closed 12 roads including junction 34 of the M1, suspended tram services around

Meadowhall for two days, and caused several days of rail service disruption. Among those affected were nine homes on Woodroyd Road in Deepcar.

£1.4 million investment to protect Deepcar from flooding

The Sheffield Flood Protection Plan, in collaboration with the Environment Agency, aims to enhance flood protection through new defences, upstream storage, and natural flood management to slow river flow during storms.

In Deepcar, the collapsed and blocked Fox Glen Culvert on Clough Dike has posed a significant flood risk for several years. Temporary measures, including pumps, have been in place to prevent a repeat of the 2019 flooding, costing around £80k per year and carrying a higher risk of failure. These measures were severely tested during October 2023's Storm Babet.

Cllr Ben Miskell, Chair of the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Policy Committee that approved the project, said: “Climate change predictions suggest that more frequent and intense storms

are becoming increasingly likely, so we have to prioritise investment like this to safeguard people’s homes and prevent flooding in the future. I’m delighted that we are investing £1.4 million for a permanent fix to the Fox Glen Culvert at Deepcar. Our flood assessment suggests this work will protect up to 35 homes presently at risk of flooding in this area.”

Cllr Janet Ridler, Labour Councillor for Stocksbridge and Upper Don, who is also on the committee that approved the investment in Deepcar, said: “This permanent fix will save around £80k per year and improve our ability to respond to flooding by freeing up resources currently used for temporary measures. Local residents will experience reduced disruption to roads and the parkland. I’m particularly pleased that the design will avoid any damage to the playground.”

Cllr Mark Whittaker, Labour Councillor for Stocksbridge and Upper Don, said: “The repair will see the Fox Glen culvert restored, allowing water to flow into Clough Dike and effectively drain into the Little Don. This robust permanent fix mitigates future risk and eliminates the need for expensive emergency operations.”

Volunteers providing hands-on help to restore the moors

Over the last year, volunteers have braved the elements to put in record amounts of time to help restore the moorlands of the Peak District and South Pennines.

For 21 years, Moors for the Future Partnership have been working to restore these once-damaged landscapes, bringing them back from a state of degradation, caused by centuries of industrial pollution, to a green landscape that once again

can be home to a rich biodiversity, as well as helping in the fight against climate change.

This work has been helped by the tireless efforts of volunteers, joining the Moors for the Future Partnership team to help with essential jobs that bring life back to this damaged habitat. The amount of work accomplished by volunteers had been curtailed over the last 5 years, but the Moor Climate Ac-

Tractor lads raise

The enthusiastic group known as the 'tractor lads around Penistone' organised a tractor run event on Sunday, June 9th.

The purpose of the tractor run was to raise funds for the J. Myres historic vehicle collection.

In a generous display of support, the group managed to collect and donate an impressive sum of £400 towards the preservation and upkeep of the collection.

This event not only showcased the camaraderie and passion of the tractor enthusiasts in the Penistone area but also highlighted their commitment to supporting local historical initiatives.

tion projects, have enabled volunteering to become a centrepiece of the Partnership’s work, with volunteers providing over 1,100 hours of assistance.

Through the winter months, teams of volunteers took to the hills to plant sphagnum moss. This remarkable little plant is vital to the repair of damaged moorland as it can soak up to 20 times its weight in water, stopping the moors from

drying out, and, due to the unique way in which it grows, creating fresh peat. Research by the Partnership’s science and monitoring team has shown that the most effective way to ensure fresh sphagnum is successfully installed is to plant tiny plugs by hand. This job is inevitably quite labour-intensive, so the work of volunteers is especially vital. In the season from 2023–24 season, volunteers

planted over 40,000 plugs in sites at the Roaches, Goyt and Snailsden moor.

While active work on the moors is paused for now to avoid disturbing ground-nesting birds, when it resumes in late summer, the Partnership is expecting to exceed this total of volunteering in the 2024–25 season.

Hirst top scores in loss

Stocksbridge 1st XI 121 all out (A Hirst 31)

Conisbrough 122-7 (A Hibbert 5-51)

In a hugely weather a ected game, the 1st XI came out narrow losers vs Conisbrough. e match started nearly 2 hours later than scheduled and was reduced to 20 overs per side. Stocksbridge lost the toss and batted rst, looking to post a defendable total. e 1sts posted 121 from 20 overs, with Andy Hirst leading the way with 31 o just 15 balls. Rob Taylor provided good support (22), with Musgrove, Mur n, Barnes and Tevendale also reaching double gures.

e visitors were reduced to 19-2 early in the run chase, with openers Hibbert and Vickers taking a wicket each. However, 2 good partnerships, led by Stainthorpe, brought Conisbrough close to victory. Chaos then ensued, with the visitors within touching distance of victory, they lost 4 wickets for 6 runs, with Andy Hibbert claiming a superb hattrick!!

Unfortunately, Conisbrough got over the winning line with just 4 balls remaining. A good game for the neutral, with some loose bowling late on and a couple of lapses in the eld proving costly for 'Bridge.

Brookhouse 115-6 (T Perry 2-25)

Stocksbridge 2nd XI 117-2 (S Perry 32*, D Goodson 26*)

e 2nd XI travelled to table-topping Brookhouse this weekend, looking to bounce back a er defeat last week. Deputising skipper Steve Perry won the toss and elected to eld in the cloudy and wet conditions. e game was reduced to 28 overs per side due to the inclement weather.

Brookhouse were reduced to 24-3 early on, with Tom Perry and Les Harris striking early, plus a run out by Ant Siddall. Harris and Goodson controlled the middle overs, keeping the runs to a minimum, as well as looking dangerous. e hosts could only muster 115 from their 28 overs, with Tom Perry picking up 2 wickets and Les Harris and Darren Goodson claiming a wicket each.

Openers Hague and Siddall started the run chase o well, forming a solid foundation and a near 50 run partnership. Skipper Steve Perry continued his ne form this season, showing class and patience to move his side closer to the winning line. Perry formed an excellent 64 run partnership with Darren Goodson to bring home the 12 points for the 2s. e tie was in the balance on many occasions, however the calmness of Perry and Goodson, with a smattering of explosive hitting, propelled Stocksbridge to victory.

Photo: Ian Revitt

Birdwell Wheelers Open 10 mile time trial

“Last Saturday saw Birdwell Wheelers Open 10 mile time trial at Hat eld Woodhouse. A strong eld of 38 had entered and despite a strong crosswind some fast times were recorded.

Fastest on the day and winner of the Taylor Trophy was Ben Marsh (HUUB Wattshop) in 19m 39s, less than a minute slower than the course record set by professional Ben Turner of INEOS. Second was 17 year old Oliver Dawson (RT Dawson) in 20m 30 with Andrew Whiteley (Team Li ing Gear) another 14 seconds adri . Fastest Female and winner of the Jim Carr Trophy

was Sarah Harrison (Trek She eld) in 24m 35s. Fastest Veteran (40+ years) was Julian Ramsbottom in 20m 47s.

Wheeler Trevor Mayne was fastest in the 6069 class in 22m 59s.

Club President Christine Minto presents the Trophies

On Tuesday evening the club ran the 5th of ten 5 mile time trials at urgoland.

Fastest on the night was guest Paul Armstrong in 13m 39s. Fastest Wheeler was Dan Emery in 3rd place with 13m 43s.

RUNNERS COMPETE IN GRAND PRIX

Last week was another busy week for Stocksbridge Running Club, with members in action Tuesday, Wednesday, ursday and both days over the weekend. First up in action was Rachel Howard who raced Tuesday night in Morley in the 3rd race of the YVAA Grand Prix series and for the 3rd race nished 3rd F45 and 4th lady overall. A fantastic showing by Rachel so far.

is is the rst year the club has competed in the YVAA Grand Prix and are hoping more of the veteran runners take on the challenge in 2025. ere are still a lot of races le in the series but Rachel is currently sitting at the top of the leaderboard for F45.

e following evening it was to She eld and the Run Jump row series at Woodburn Road. e Club Founder, Richard Hayes was rst in action again doing two races. First racing 3000m at 18:30, knocking 13s o his previous time that earned him a silver medal last Wednesday to nish 1st M40 in a time of 10:10.05. He then also did the 800m at 20:18 coming short by 400th of a second of his previous time in 2:24.07.

e youngest member Molly Hayes was also in the 800m nishing 2nd F17 and knocking 4s o her personal best and the club's female 800m record.

ursday night Cathy Steel and one of our newest members Kate Fawkes (Cathy's daughter) both took part in the Grindleford Fell Race. e Grindleford Fell Race

takes place over a 4.9 miles / 7.9km route starting on the playing elds in the centre of the village. It takes you up through Hay Wood, the Longshore Estate and back down the beautiful Padley Gorge. e celebrated river crossing within sight of the nishing line o ers excellent spectating opportunities, well done to both ladies. Saturday was a big day for the club as we made our debut at the Barnsley Boundary Relay race, a 10-stage relay over 70 miles in distance. We entered a mix team in the relay and on our debut nished 5th in our category and 15th team overall. With debuts for the club from several of the team. e team was captained by Dave Napier and he can be credited with organising the troops. 1st leg was ran by Narni Fulford, who passed on baton to Jonathan Page, then Leg 3 was Steve Watts, Leg 4 was Jolene Allen, Leg 5 was Matthew Allen, Leg 6 was Dave Napier, Leg 7 was Tim Daniells, Leg 8 was Patrick Howard, Leg 9 was Charlotte Carr and nished with Rachel Howard. A fantastic e ort by all. e weekend was rounded o by Amy Hutchinson sporting our new blue o -road kit doing the local Parkwood Springs trail race.

e races are coming thick and fast with runners taking part in this coming weekend's Penistone 10K

CARLECOTES TO HOST POPULAR SUMMER GARDEN PARTY

e annual Carlecotes Garden Party is due to take place on Saturday 22nd June at 2pm in the grounds of Carlecotes Hall and St Anne’s Church near Penistone.

Strawberries and cream will be served within the ticket price and guests will be entertained by musical performances in the beautiful gardens and grounds of the church.

is will include rousing tunes from award-winning Hade Edge Brass Band, a performance that always brings in families from around the area and beyond. Alongside the brand band, and taking people melodiously back through the decades, will be acclaimed singer Viva la Vintage, who is sure to get people singing along!

Now in its 10th year, the garden party is always an enjoyable day for everyone.

Tickets are priced at £10 including Strawberries & Cream and there will be a fully licensed bar, cakes and other refreshments available on the day.

Visitors can also take a look inside St Anne's church and enjoy a woodland walk.

ere will also be a number of classic cars and tractors on display.

All funds raised go towards the running of St Anne's church.

Tickets are available from Goldthorpe's Corn Mill in Millhouse Green during the week or from Carlecotes Hall on Saturday or Sunday a ernoons in June.

Tickets are also available on the door. Postcode for Sat navigation is S36 4TD.

For more information visit the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/carlecoteschurch/ or email: john@thebrooklynworks. co.uk

JUNE

FRIDAY

21 Chapeltown Silver Prize Band Proms Concert To be held at the Newton Hall Chapeltown on Friday 21 June at 7.30 pm Tickets from Margaret and Peter on 0114 2460983 or Julie and Paul on 01226 747951

21 COFFEE MORNING, 10 30AM TO 12 NOON, HOME MADE CAKES AND COFFEE/ TEA

AT ST SAVIOURS CHURCH, MORTOMLEY LANE, HIGH GREEN, ALL WELCOME, GOOD COMPANY, PROFITS TO CHARITY.

SATURDAY

22 From 10.00am to 12.30pm Green Moor Church will be holding a Summer Fair. There will be a variety of stalls including a Ra e, Bric-a-Brac, Gifts, Crafts and Cakes. Donations to any of these would be welcome. Refreshments, including bacon butties will be served.Please contact Ann Taylor on 07743926359 for further information and to donate items.

22 Creative Writing Workshop facilitated by Sarah Ferguson at NurtureNature Healing Garden, Station House, Finkle Street Lane.Wortley, She eld S35 7DH from 10am to 1pm Cost,including refreshments, £15. Some subsidised places are available.There will be an opportunity to look round the

garden. To book a place and/ or for further information please contact Helena Davies on 07831505624 or at nurturenature61@gmail.com

SUNDAY

23 Summer Fayre - Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre - Sunday 23rd June, 11.00 am through until 4.00 pm, craft stalls, fun fair, live music, BBQ and lots of fun for the family.

MONDAY

24 Worrall Environmental Group have a meeting at 7:30pm in the Blue Ball with the usual agenda: Parks, Tubs, Troughs, Opportunities to help, etc. All Worrallers welcome. Refreshments afterwards. No charge.

TUESDAY

25 Art Workshop from 10am to 1.30pm Creative Art Workshop using lines from poetry. Facilitated by Louise Grassby. Please bring a copy of your favourite poem. All materials provided. Cost including refreshments £20.00 (Financial help is available if needed) Venue: NurtureNature Healing Garden Station House Finkle Street Lane Wortley She eld S35 7DH

To book a place or for further information please contact Helena Davies on 07831505624 or on nurturenature61@gmail.com

25 Write Up Your Street. Fun unlocking your hidden writ-

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• Aluminium Secondary Glazing

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• ‘Tired’ Conservatory & Porch Upgrades

• Aluminium Bi-Fold Doors.

• Fascias,

Local Events

• Replacement

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ing skills, plus wine & nibbles

Hoylandswaine Village Hall 6.00 - 8.00 pm 07974 969319

27 Stocksbridge Art Society. AGM and Evening Demonstration (7 to 9 pm). Landscape in acrylics by Celia Bennett (a She eld artist).

Christ Church Community Hall, Stocksbridge, S36 1DY. All welcome: Members free; non-members £4 inc. refreshments.

FRIDAY

28 Would I Lie to You? An entertainment and Fairtrade wine tasting event in St John’s Community Centre, Penistone on Friday 28th June, 7.30pm. Tickets @ £7.50 from Jeremy 07773 145280.

28-30 Swainefest - A village festival for all ages in Hoylandswaine. Scarecrows. music, races, well dressing. See Facebook - Hoylandswaine Events Group for details

28 Children’s Hill Races & BBQ. Hoylandswaine Cricket Field from 6.15. See FacebookHoylandswaine Events Group for details

28 Songs from the Shows by Elizabeth Charlesworth, Soprano. Hoylandswaine Village Hall, 8.00 pm. See Facebook - Hoylandswaine Events Group

SATURDAY

29, Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Commoners MuckIn morning- One of a number of extra sessions this summer

where we will probably work on what we call the Bilberry Pug area, pulling up bracken. We had this cleared of birch scrub a couple of years ago and need to keep on top of it. Everyone is welcome ... come for as long or as little as you like. Meet 10:00 in the Long Lane car park. We have tools, please bring good gloves if you have some. www.walc. epizy.com

29 Hoylandswaine VillageScarecrow Trail from 10.00 am Live music outside the Rose & Crown 4.00 - 10.00 pm. See Facebook - Hoylandswaine Events Group for details

SUNDAY

30 Hoylandswaine VillageScarecrow Trail from 10.00 am. Folk events from 2.00 pm outside the Rose & Crown. See Facebook - Hoylandswaine Events Group for details.

JULY

MONDAY

1 Brad eld Historical Society - The Life and Death of Highwayman Spence Broughton, a talk by Alan Dulcamara and Kevin Turner, Village Hall, Low Brad eld, 2337463, brad eld. history@mypostoffice.co.uk, 7.30pm

TUESDAY

2 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Morning Round Walk in the Upper Ewden Valley led by Malcolm Nunn, start 10.30am from Bolsterstone Church Gates,

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return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. brad eld.history@ myposto ce.co.uk or www. brad eld-walkers.org.uk

WEDNESDAY

3 Stocksbridge & District WI are meeting at Christchurch Community Hall, Stocksbridge at 7.15 for 7.30pm start. Our speakers will be from Yorkshire Edible Flowers telling us about the bene ts of eating certain owers. Visitors always welcome £5. Further details on 07939941818

3 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 3rd July at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Bryan Pentelow, Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donvalleyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next meeting

THURSDAY

4 WATH HEDGEHOG RESCUE MOTHERS UNION OPEN EVENING 7PM IN ST. NICHOLAS CHURCH, HIGH BRADFIELD Adults £3:00 to include light refreshments and a ra e ticket. Children welcome free.

SATURDAY

6 Bolsterstone Village Festival Opening by Ben Rimington Wilson at 12 noon. Includes

Deepcar Brass Band, folk music, craft and other stalls, cream teas, BBQ and Brad eld Beer tasting, history tours of church and graveyard Ice cream van, face painting and more. Field parking for £1

WEDNESDAY

10 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Evening Round Walk around Dungworth led by Malcolm Nunn, start 7pm from outside Royal Hotel, Dungworth return around 9pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. brad eld.history@ myposto ce.co.uk or www. brad eld-walkers.org.uk

THURSDAY

11 Chapeltown WI meet in the Methodist Church at 7.30pm and welcome Janet Ridler to speak about She eld Cathedral. The competition is for an Old Prayer Book or Bible. New members and visitors are always welcome.

SATURDAY

13 Join us at EPPiC Theatre , High Street, Eccles eld on SATURDAY 13th JULY for another morning of musical entertainment , COFFEE &CHORDS. Entertaining us this month are regular favourites Alan Wood, Daz Barry and Clive Hudson, hosted by June Flude as Welsh John is unable to attend. Theatre is open from 10am , but entertainment starts at around 10.45. Admission is FREE , but the sale of refreshments helps

the EPPiC theatre Funds.

SATURDAY

20 Stocksbridge Christian Centre Cedar Road SUMMER FAYRE on Saturday 20th July 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stalls including: Books & Jigsaws Crafts Plants Cakes Tombola Hot Butties & Chips Jam & Cream Scones

SUNDAY

28 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Commoners MuckIn morning- One of a number of extra sessions this summer where we will probably work on what we call the Bilberry Pug area, pulling up bracken. We had this cleared of birch scrub a couple of years ago and need to keep on top of it. Everyone is welcome ... come for as long or as little as you like. Meet 10:00 in the Long Lane car park. We have tools, please bring good gloves if you have some. www.walc. epizy.com

WEDNESDAY

31 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 31st July at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Paul Adey, `Life and Times of Rudyard Kipling`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donval-

leyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next meeting

AUGUST

MONDAY

5 Brad eld Historical Society - Packhorse Transport - An E cient but Long Forgotten Industry, a talk by Melanie Fitzgerald, Village Hall, Low Brad eld, 2337463, brad eld. history@mypostoffice.co.uk, 7.30pm

WEDNESDAY

7 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Morning Round Walk around Stannington led by Malcolm Nunn, start 10.30am from Stannington Church Gates, return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. brad eld.history@ myposto ce.co.uk or www. brad eld-walkers.org.uk

WEDNESDAY

14 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 14th August at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Mike Ogden, `Pioneers in Travel by Flying Boat`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donvalleyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next

I AM MARK - WHO IS JESUS?

Even if your mind’s made up about what you think Christianity is about and the harms it has done and still does, then please think again. Human beings have distorted Jesus’s message for all sorts of reasons, but you now have the opportunity to experience the real nature of Jesus. I Am Mark is a powerful one man performance by Stefan Smart of the Jesus story from the Gospel according to Mark. Check out his web-site: https://iam-mark.com/ e performance is at Christ Church on Manchester Road ON Saturday 22nd June at 7.0pm. Tickets £8 with concessions and support if the cost is a barrier. Box O ce tel. 07592944810. It lasts about 2 hours including a 20min. interval for drinks, biscuits and ice-cream.

Please come. John Cornell Secretary, Christ Church

Carrie

Carrie is, Carrie was, we thought Carrie would always be ere for you, there for us, ere for them, there for me.

Now Carrie is gone,but it isn’t Amen For in our hearts her love will remain, ough time steals mind’s image at thief can’t retain e special “ at” that was Carrie Her Joy, life of love which is in the children Goes on again and again and again.

Sheila Grant (aged 90)

As the 1st team playing squad prepares to begin their return to pre-season training, Globe Holidays-sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby have had their xtures announced for the forthcoming league season.

ey will start their new campaign in the Counties 4 Yorkshire (South) league with a tricky test away at West Yorkshire-based Knottingley RUFC on 7th Sept, before their rst home xture of the season when they entertain She eld Medicals at the Coal Pit

Lane Arena on 14th Sept. e eagerly awaited Fox Valley ‘derby’ will be on 28th Sept, when Wortley RUFC will make the short journey over to Stocksbridge, with the return xture being listed for 30th Nov. e full xture list is available on the Club’s website. Training will begin early in July, & new skipper Andy ‘Clock Tower’ Beal has issued a welcome to all players, new & previous to come along & get involved.

SILBURN Helen

Tragically passed away on Wednesday 29th May 2024, aged 72

Wife of the late Trevor, much loved Mother of Andrea, Darren and Nicola Funeral service to be held at St Mary’s Church, Bolsterstone on Monday 1st July at 11.00am

Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired, in Helen’s memory to Hillside Animal Rescue, via Dysons Funeral Service, New Road, Deepcar. 01142883169

Rosemary DOYLE (née Dyson)

15.07.1934 to 27.05.2024

Much loved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

Passed away peacefully at her home In Balfour House.

Her requiem mass will take place at St Ann’s RC Church, Deepcar on Friday 28th June at 10:30am.

Followed by burial at Stocksbridge cemetery. May she Rest in Peace.

No flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s Research UK.

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Lee David HARVEY

12.12.75 - 20.6.20

Loving Husband and dear Dad to Elizabeth, Chloe and Amy.

Always in our thoughts. Loved and missed every day.

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Discover Hillsborough: Sheffield's Hidden

‘pump - track keep the active entertained.

The Hillsborough Parkrun is a very popular weekly event on a Saturday morning for those wanting to get outside, socialise and keep fit.

out or seeking retail therapy, Hillsborough has something special to offer. Here’s why Hillsborough should be your next destination:

A Stroll Through History

Hillsborough’s storied past is woven into its very fabric. Begin your journey at Hillsborough Park, a beautiful 20-acre green space that dates back to the 18th century. Wander through the park's ‘hidden walled Garden’, or visit the recently refurbished Hillsborough Library, or relax by the duck pond. The tennis courts, multi-purpose area and the newly installed bike

The park also hosts a range of events throughout the year, from lively music festivals to quaint farmers' markets, ensuring there's always something to enjoy.

Shopping

and

Dining

Hillsborough boasts a bustling shopping district that caters to every taste and budget. Explore an array of independent shops and boutiques, and well-known high-street stores. When hunger strikes, Hillsborough’s culinary scene will not disappoint. From cosy cafes serving up delicious homemade cakes to trendy restaurants offering diverse international cuisines, there’s a dining option for every palate.

Thrills and Recreation

For those seeking a bit more excitement, Hillsborough has plenty to offer. Sports enthusiasts can catch a football match at Hillsborough Stadium, home of Sheffield Wednesday FC, not too much further down Penistone Road is Owlerton Stadium, home to the Sheffield Tigers Speedway team and regular Greyhound racing. If you're more inclined towards active participation, Hillsborough Leisure Centre provides a range of activities, including swimming, fitness classes, and a state-of-the-art gym.

Family-Friendly Fun

Hillsborough is perfect for family outings, with a host of activities to keep the little ones entertained. Visit Rivelin Park, where kids can enjoy the playground, splash pad, and open spaces perfect for a family picnic. And river walks are fun and adventurous.

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Summer at Owlerton Stadium

Owlerton Greyhound Stadium o ers a perfect blend of sports entertainment, social enjoyment, and exceptional hospitality, making it the ideal destination this summer. With great value and various tasty o ers, this is the place to be.

roughout Sundays until the end of August, visitors can enjoy the Summer Drinks Sale, where selected drinks are available for just £3. is includes pints of Carling, Coors or cider, bottles of Budweiser and Peroni 0.0%, mainline spirits, and medium glasses (175ml) of house wine.

Two bars, the Paddock Bar and Panorama Bar, provide the perfect setting to enjoy these fabulous drinks o ers. ey o er trackside access, sports screens, and unbeatable views of the racing action.

For fantastic restaurant o ers in She eld, including great food, live racing entertainment, an electric atmosphere, and the nest Yorkshire hospitality, consider booking a table at the Panorama Restaurant.

e restaurant provides packages suitable for everyone, allowing you to watch live racing from the comfort of your seat in the elevated, glass-fronted restaurant.

e front-of-house team o ers renowned rst-class service, providing table service for drinks and tote betting.

ey also o er a carefully selected wine list to complement a drinks menu lled with night out favorites. e restaurant can accommodate up to 300 people and boasts one of the best views of the nish line in the stadium.

Summer o ers also include 'Kids eat free every Friday and Sunday'. On Fridays, this can include a three-course kids' meal in the restaurant or the 'Kids 6 Pack', which includes crispy chicken and fries with a drink, available in any of the bars.

On Sundays, children can take advantage of a three-course kids' meal in the restaurant or the 'Kids Trio' – a beef sandwich or chicken strips with roast potatoes or chips and a drink.

One child eats free with every adult paying full price (under 12s only). Popular packages are still available on Fridays and Saturdays, starting from as little as £10 per person.

All race night packages include admission to the track, a race card, and a meal.

Discover Hillsborough:

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Nature and Relaxation

Escape the hustle and bustle with a peaceful walk along the River Loxley or a relaxing afternoon at Wadsley and Loxley Common. These natural retreats offer serene landscapes, perfect for hiking, bird-watching, or simply unwinding with a book. For a truly unique experience, explore the nearby Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, where you'll discover beautiful woodlands, waterfalls, and an abundance of wildlife.

Hillsborough’s

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numerous local events and festivals. From regular craft fairs and community gatherings, to music festivals there’s always a reason to celebrate. Engage with friendly locals, participate in community activities, and make lasting memories.

Hillsborough is more than just a neighbourhood; it's a destination brimming with character and charm. Whether you’re exploring its historic sites, indulging in its culinary delights, or simply enjoying its natural beauty, Hillsborough offers an experience that is both enriching and enjoyable. Come and discover the warmth and vibrancy of Hillsborough, Sheffield’s hidden gem, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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ULTRA ‘KING’ TOM

On Saturday Valley Hill took part in the annual Barnsley Boundary run. With 10 legs of various miles and elevation, two teams did VHR proud in challenging conditions as the weather was certainly a very mixed bag. Jayne Grayson said, “ …a lovely team event with our running friends from di erent clubs.” Pictured Wendy Duggan and Wendy Richardson

Tom Brockwell of VHR went down to Chichester on Saturday to take part in e race to king ultra race. 16 Hours and over 6 and half thousand feet of elevation gain making it nearly 65 miles of running. Tom was still smiling at the end of this beast of a race.

SHEFFIELD TEENAGER’S BRITISH F4 THRILLER

She eld’s rising star, Rowan Campbell-Pilling, continued his impressive debut season in F4 by taking two more trophies at ruxton.

e Rokit British F4 certi ed by the FIA season continued for its fourth round at ruxton, in Hampshire, last weekend.

Renowned as the fastest circuit in the UK, with F4 cars hitting speeds of over 145mph, the weekend drew crowds of over 20,000 spectators and was broadcast live on ITV.

Taking two more trophies on the Rookie podium this weekend, Rowan, who drives for the Phinsys by Argenti team and is a Motorsport UK Academy Driver, has currently won more trophies than anyone else in the championship.

e thrilling weekend saw the 17-year-old driver overtake

more than any other Rookie in the championship combined. By building on the successes of the earlier rounds, Rowan nished inside the top 10 once again in his races, strengthening his Rookie championship campaign, and closing the gap between his teammate, Yuan Pu Cui, the Mercedes F1 Junior driver.

Rowan said: “We’ve had a great weekend at ruxton – it’s one of my favourite circuits and great for overtaking.

“As a team, we’re enjoying making progress up the grid and just want to keep the momentum going as we continue learning, gaining trophies and making the most of the season.

“Next weekend, we’re at Silverstone and it’s due to be a really exciting round.”

Runners compete in Barnsley Boundary race

On one of the worst days for weather this year with temperatures as low as 8 degrees and regular heavy downpours, last Saturday saw the annual running of the Barnsley Boundary Relay Race.

First started over 30 years ago by Barnsley Rockley Rotary club, the race runs around the 72 mile boundary of Barnsley in 10 separate legs. It runs adjacent to the boundaries of She eld, Kirklees, Wake eld, Doncaster and Rotherham.

Starting at Cannon Hall at 8am the teams ran rst to West Bretton and then onwards taking in Brierley, urnscoe, Brampton, Tankersley, Wortley, Langsett, Winscar, Upper Denby and back to Cannon Hall.

Marshals and timekeepers coped well in the conditions despite having to write the results down through chattering teeth and numb ngers. is was the 29th edition of the race which rst started in 1993 and was the brainchild of Barnsley Rockley Rotary Club. Over £1,850 was raised to help the Rotary Club’s charity which aims to eradicate polio from the world. e local running clubs Barnsley AC, Barnsley Harriers, Kingstone, Penistone and Denby Dale were joined by teams from Rotherham, Kimberworth, Ackworth and Valley Hill in She eld. And for the rst year Stocksbridge running club took part.

ere was one non-running club in Barnsley Council. e men’s race was won by Barnsley AC in a time of 8-03 and their runners won 9 out of the 10 legs. e only exception was George Parr of Penistone who won leg 7. Barnsley AC won the Ladies race in a time of 9-48 and a very competitive Penistone team

were winners of the mixed team and also 4th overall. Penistone won the Men’s over40 and over60 as well as the ladies over50.

Kingstone won the Ladies over40 the men’s over50. In the competition for non-running clubs the winners were Barnsley Council.

e awards presentation took place at the newly renovated New Inn in Penistone where over 150 people turned out to hear the results and see the presentation of the trophies.

A special award was given to Philip ompson from the Rotary club who came up with the original idea of the race and who will be 90 years old this year.

Earlier in the week Penistone had a large contingent of runners in the Joe Percy 10k which is an invitation only event and Penistone were the sole representatives of South Yorkshire in what is an otherwise West Yorkshire team event.

e race is a team competition with 10 runners needed to complete a full team. Penistone performed very well with their ladies team placing second and the men’s team picking up third.

Damian Kilpin competed in the latest round of the English Fell running championships at Buttermere Sailbeck. e race was 9 miles in distance and involved 4,000 feet of ascent. He got round in 2-07-36 and placed 54th in the men’s over45 category.

On the parkrun scene there were low numbers due to the Barnsley Boundary race but Flynn Rogers did manage rst at Hillsborough Juniors. Age graded runs of the week were Dawn Broom (85.54%), Flynn Rogers

on Sunday (74.53%), Flynn Rogers on Saturday (73.49%), Sue Hall (73.47%) and Lois Lopez (68.72%).

Prior to the article please note the below regarding the Penistone 10k which takes place this Sunday

Motorists and people out and about in Penistone this Sunday between 9-30 and 10-30 please note the Penistone 10K is taking place on the roads around Penistone. e race starts o road in the driveway to Penistone Church Football Club. Out of the entrance then le onto Church View Crescent, right onto Victoria Street, le onto Wilson Avenue,

le onto Ward Street, le onto Drans eld Avenue, right onto Victoria Street, le onto Ward Street, le onto Green Road, right onto Castle Lane, onto Long Lane, right, onto Oxspring Road, right onto Mortimer Road, le onto Joan Royd Lane, right onto Brockholes Lane, le onto Hartcli e Road, right onto Cross Lane, le onto Hill Side Road, right onto the Trans Pennine Trail, follow Trail to Penistone, coming o at East eld Avenue, then le onto Church View Road and le back into Football Club entrance.