Codsall Pages November 2014

November 2014

Codsall Pages

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Codsall Dramatic Society are putting on their annual See details of how to enter a design a Christmas Card performance. This year it is Sleeping Beauty - Win a competition run by Learning Ladder Toyshop and win a pair of tickets to opening night.......... p2 voucher and your design made up.......... p7

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DIRECTORY LISTING OF LOCAL & CODSALL BASED BUSINESSES INSIDE NOVEMBER 14 EDITION

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Win 2 Tickets to the Opening Night - 27th November 2014 7.30pm performance of Sleeping Beauty At Codsall Village Hall To be in with a chance of winning send the answer to the question below together with your name and contact telephone number by text to 07734 461934 or email tettenhallpages@gmail.com by 6pm on the closing date of 20th November 2014

In the Disney version of Sleeping Beauty what is the name of the princess? a) Ariel b) Aurora c) Belle 2

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Visiting Foot Care Service NOW available in this area Nails Trimmed Corns Removed Painful Toenails Verruca Treatment Fungal Conditions Cracked Heels Hard Skin/Callus Reduction

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Christmas Trees galore!

Christmas Tree Festival St Nicholas' Church 12th-14th December 2014 Once again St. Nicholas’ Church in Codsall is holding a Christmas Tree Festival, and this year it’s going to be bigger and better than ever.

There will be many trees, decorated by many different groups from the village - and we can expect a wide range of styles.

The Vicar of St. Nicholas, Revd Simon Witcombe, said, ‘It’s always wonderful to see all the trees, as well as enjoying live music, something seasonal to eat and that special feeling as we come up to Christmas. I’ve heard about the ideas for some of the trees and I can’t wait to see them!’

Homemade seasonal refreshments will be served throughout the weekend.

Opening times: Friday 2-7pm, Sat Noon-5pm, Sunday 1pm -5pm.

Admission: Adults £3, Children £1 (5-12s) Under 5s free

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New Café Ledene now open DAILY from 9:00am Monday – Saturday and from 10:00am Sunday ALL WELCOME - Golfers and non-Golfers Hot and Cold Food and Drinks served daily in beautiful picturesque setting

PGA Golf Tips from Jeremy Nicholls at Ledene Golf Centre.....

A Convential Putting Stroke Putting is very much a key part of the game and can help your score if your having a particularly bad day with your tee shots or irons into the green.

•Place your putter behind the ball ensuring the centre line on your putter is in line with the graphics on the ball. This will help you to start the ball down the correct line towards the hole.

•When you are satisfied the ball is lined up correctly to the hole, ensure your body alignment of shoulders hips and feet are parallel to your intended target,with your ball positioned just inside your left heel and your left eye directly over the ball.

•When addressing the putt create a “V” shape with your shoulders, hands and arms, use the shoulders to control the putter throughout the stroke. (keep your hands as passive as possible).

•Ensure that your backstroke is about the same length or slightly shorter than the follow through.

•Your forward stroke should accelerate in a single smooth motion, a good rhythm is key to the stroke.

•Make sure your wrists stay firm and your head stays still throughout the stroke.

Practice this and hopefully you will start to hole more putts.

All Codsall Pages readers are welcome to our golf tips evening this Winter on the driving range.

Jeremy will be on the range to help with any aspect of your game.

Dates before Christmas are:Monday 24th November and 15th December 2014 5.30 – 7.00pm

Jeremy Nicholls, Ledene Golf Centre, Wood Road, 01902 847123 or 07711902149, play@ledenegolf.co.uk 10

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LANDLORDS is your property ready for winter? ......

Autumnal weather is well and truly upon us and now is an ideal time to ensure your rental properties are ‘fit for purpose’ as the weather gets colder. Follow our tips below to ensure your property is in peak condition in time for the winter months.

Carry out a boiler service: When was the last time you had the boiler serviced in your rental property? Regular gas checks are essential as part of your tenancy agreement. If you’ve neglected this mandatory part of your obligations as a landlord, now is the perfect time to service the boiler and any other gas appliances in your property. For landlords who carry out mid-term inspections or who let their properties through a reputable estate agent this should be routine. Our advice is, don’t delay – have you ever attempted to secure the services of a gas engineer during a cold snap?

Check all pipes and guttering: All pipes and guttering should be thoroughly secured to the walls and, together with brickwork, checked for leaks, fractures and blockages. Leaking pipes may freeze and burst during the winter months and in this case prevention is certainly better than cure.

Pay attention to bathrooms: From our experience of property management at Redstones, we know that bathrooms can often suffer from excessive condensation and damp, resulting in loose or cracked tiles which lead to leaks and water damage. Check bathrooms thoroughly for any telltale signs and rectify any potential problems immediately.

Carry out regular checks if your property is empty: ‘Void’ periods – the times when your property does not have a tenant – during autumn and winter months mean that you must pay extra attention to your property. Carry out regular visits and checks to ensure your property is secure and your heating is working properly. If you are struggling to find a suitable tenant, consider contacting a reputable lettings agent who specialises in your local area and can help you to find a tenant quickly.

Insulate your property: With all landlords required to provide EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates) on their rental properties, insulation is essential. Check the cladding around your pipes and boiler, ensure that your taps aren’t leaking and seal windows and doors with appropriate draft excluders.

Keep your tenants fully informed: While the maintenance of your property is your responsibility as a landlord, it is worth investing some time putting together an information pack for your tenants. Include advice on operating the boiler, locating stopcocks and ensuring heating is on if they are away during the cold weather. With the arrival of darker nights, it is also vital to ensure your property is thoroughly secured with deadlocks and burglar alarms.

Carry out tests on smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors: While these should form part of your regular inspections, with colder weather approaching, it is essential to ensure that your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are fully functional.

Make sure your insurance policy is up-to-date: Insurance can be a grey area for many landlords as maintenance issues aren’t always covered by landlord policies. For your peace of mind, Redstones Financial Services provides a full range of financial services.

Make your life easier. With Redstones fully managed option you know your property is in safe hands. - Updesh Gidda MARLA MAIPI Redstones Wolverhampton – Sales, Lettings, Property Management & Auctions T: 01902 504455 M: 07528 365365

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Grand Theatre Performance November 9th & 23rd 2014 will see some fabulous dancing and wonderful costumes from the Suttie School of Dance in their annual display at the Grand Theatre Wolverhampton. All ages will take part from the youngsters of 3 to the adult tappers in a variety of routines in ballet, tap, acrobatics, disco, and musical comedy. The Suttie School of Dance was formed in 1976, as part of the MASD association, by Carol who still teaches today together with teachers Amy Suttie, Charlotte Doyle, Jennifer Thelwell and other helpers.

Classes are on a Saturday for the younger pupils at Holy Cross Church hall in Bilbrook and each year pupils take examinations (the school has 100% success rate) and take part in the show at the Grand Theatre. Carol makes all of the stunning costumes for the dancers and that is some task with the number of pupils involved.

Tickets are available from the Suttie School of Dance or on the nights of the performances at the Grand Theatre itself.

For more information call Carol on 01902 398710 or email carol@suttieschoolofdance.co.uk You can also check out the website at www.suttieschoolofdance.co.uk

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CP/NOVEMBER

RSPB South-West Staffs Local Group reg Charity 207076

Venue for all group meetings is Codsall Village Hall at 8pm Tuesday Nov 11 - "The Secret Life of Puffins" Professional photographer Mark Sisson goes eye-to-eye with one of our favourite birds.

Tuesday Dec 9 "Birds in a Cage" Derek Niemann tells the true story of four Prisoners of War who formed a secret bird watching society to help them forget the horrors of war.

Website; www.rspb.org.uk/groups/southweststaffs

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A Word From Your MP.........

The last few weeks have been extremely busy, zooming around the South Staffordshire and talking to schools, groups and clubs, of all ages and seeing what they do to promote our local area. This month I’ve had the honour of attending many events around Codsall and Bilbrook, speaking to people and listening to their issues and seeing what I can do to help them.

I was extremely privileged to welcome the Methodist District Synod to Trinity Methodist Church in Codsall.

Around 200 people were present where Councillor Brian Edwards and I welcomed the Synod, which had come to Trinity Methodist Church for the first time. As part of my talk, I touched on the importance of faith in politics and the church’s influence in the local community. I believe that the church has a hugely important part in our community, beyond its religious role.

I also had the pleasure of visiting Codsall Forget-Me-Not Club to re-open their new kitchen facilities. As always, I enjoyed talking to the members and answering their questions. The club secured a grant of £8000 from the big lottery fund for a much needed refurbishment to their kitchen. The club is a fantastic local organisation and I’m so pleased that the new facilities will enable more groups to enjoy this wonderful location.

From the kitchens of Codsall, I travelled to the streets of Bilbrook for a litter pick hosted by Bilbrook Parish Council and the Friends of Bilbrook. It was wonderful to see so many residents out supporting their local community and taking pride in our local area. I was very impressed that we managed to cover every street in Bilbrook and the amount of litter we collected. The volunteers should be very proud of their efforts.

All the events I visit, whether it be pouring tea in Codsall Forget-Me-Not’s kitchen, or picking up litter from the streets of Bilbrook, remind me how fortunate we are in South Staffordshire, to have so many groups that care for our community. I try to get involved with as many of these groups as I possibly can, so that I can thank them for the work that they have done and will continue to do in the future.

To contact me call 01902 846616 or 0207 219 7150

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MEDITATION MINDFULNESS Class In Codsall Every Thursday at Holy Cross Church Hall From 1.30pm to 1.30pm And from 7.30pm to 8.30pm learn to simply & effectively manage stress. switch off from work, improve sleep, feel more confident, enjoy your spare time more fully, improve health &happiness, experience these and many more natural benefits of non-religious guided meditation and relaxation.

For more info and to book a seat

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Useful Numbers Russell House Surgery: 01902 842488 Codsall Library: 01902 842764 Codsall Village Hall: 01902 843412 St Nicholas Church: 01902 842168 St Christopher RC Church: 01902 842891 Trinity Methodist Church: 01902 847490 Neighbourhood Police: 0300 1234455 Staffordshire Police: 08453 303132 MP: Gavin Williamson: 01902 846616 Souths Staffs District Council: 01902 696000 Staffordshire County Council: 01785 223121 Parish Council: 01902 842426 If there are any other telephone numbers you think would be useful to the people of Codsall then please contact us 24