July 2012 Perton Pages

July 2012

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PERTON HEADLINES Dates for the Diary >>> page 2 NEW Hog roast at the Fieldhouse >>> page 2 Free Eye Tests >>> page 3 Indian Dining Experience >>> page 3 NEW Party Planner >>> page 5 Catch up with your local MP >>> page 6 No time for Ironing? >>> page 7 Local Parish Council News >>> page 8 3 for 2 on driving lessons >>> page 8 Local Knitting Club gains momentum >>> page 8

15% discount on Children's clothes >>> page 8 The Cake Lady opens her doors >>> page 9 Wi-Fi coming to the Crown >>> page 9 Latest tips from Perton Gardening Club >>> page 10

10% discount at the Wishing Tree >>> page 11 Local PGA golf tips >>> page 12 Get Sky TV or Freeview fitted >>> page 13 Are you owed Money from the Banks? >>> page 14 Independent Financial Review Needed? >>> page 15

Useful Numbers >>> page 16

CODSALL PAGES COMING SEPTEMBER 2012 For more information call 07734 461934 or email pertonpages@gmail.com WANTED: News – Events – Businesses 1

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Tuesday 3rd, 10 ,17th, 24th & 31st July – Perton Walk & Talk @10.30am – call Perton Library for more info 01902 755794 Wednesday 4th,11thth, 18th & 25th July – Baby Bounce & Rhyme with parents @ Perton Library 9.15am Friday 6th July & 3rd August – Reading Group & Perton Library @ 3.45pm Saturday 7th July – Meditation and Relaxation with qualified Yoga Instructor –Perton Library call 01902 755794 Thursday 12th July – New Perton Knitting Club “Knit & Purl” more info on 07946 861057 Friday 13th & 27th July – Enterprise Club – Get help to get your business off the ground – more info 01902 755794 Saturday 14th July – Library Summer Reading Challenge Launch Thursday 5th & 19th July – Work Club – Find employment at Perton Library – more info 01902 755794 Thursday 19th July – Perton Astronomy Club @ Library - 7pm Thursday 26th July – Garden visit to The Elms with Perton Gardening Club – more info 07951 475 116 Sunday 29th July – Day trip to Tatton Hall with Perton Gardening Club – more info 07951 475 116 Tuesday 31st & 7th August – Mosaic Workshop for 7-12 year olds – call 07902 755794 for info Saturday 4th August – Moth Survey/Walk with Wild about Perton – call 01902 754245 for info

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All blinds are made to measure.

We supply and fit roller blinds, aluminium venetian, wooden venetian, roman blinds etc.

Call us for a free quotation 01902 757007 email village.blinds@hotmail.co.uk

The Fieldhouse Inn Perton's Jewel in the crown - A delightful pub/restaurant All food prepared fresh on the premises Available for use: Party room for up to 20 people free of charge

2 for £10 on main courses - Every Tuesday to Saturday 12 – 2pm & 6-9pm Book your Hog Roast with us – available for functions Hold it at Your House or at The Fieldhouse

Also Don't Forget: Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 4-7 and our popular Sunday lunches Book Your Table Now! 2

The Fieldhouse Inn Perton Road Wightwick 01902 762223

PERTON EYECARE

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Free Eye Tests for over 60’s, under 16’s or those receiving benefits Outside prescriptions welcome Contact Lenses available.

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Central Electrical Contracts Ltd 01902 744100 www.centralelectricalcontracts.co.uk sales@centralelectricalcontracts.co.uk Green Lane, Claregate, Wolverhampton, WV6 9HJ

Lighting Showroom An extensive range of lighting offered from the showroom:  wall  standard  outdoor  flush  ceiling  chandeliers  vintage  traditional  contemporary Whether adding a touch of glamour or mood-lighting to your home, brightening up your workplace or adding exterior lighting for security or al fresco dining, we're sure you'll find what you're looking for!

CCTV Installation A professional CCTV system can deter thieves, vandals and anti-social behaviour from yourcommercial property or home. And if the worst should happen, only high-quality CCTV footage can help the police to apprehend those responsible and provide the courts with incontrovertible evidence for a conviction.

Using the most recent technological advances in CCTV systems, Central Electrical Contracts are able to offer the highest standards of installation, maintenance and image capture: Remote monitoring on your mobile phone: View live video, from your home or business property, directly on your PC or iPhone using our easy-to-use app (applications for selected other devices are available).

Discrete: Technology gets better and smaller, allowing us to provide a wide range of discrete and covert cameras- ideal for the home or office Visible deterrent: Often, just the slight of a CCTV camera is enough to deter a criminal. Durable, outdoor weatherproof cameras provide a visible deterrent - and high quality video capture!

Installation and maintenance: Our trained engineers work with you to plan the most efficient CCTV system for your needs, installing to the highest industry standards. We also provide a maintenance service, ensuring everything remains in top condition- no matter what the weather may throw at it

Electrical Contracting Services Wolverhampton's leading independent provider of industrial, commercial and domestic electrical installations, repairs, maintenance and safety testing.

From whole house re-wires to installation of outdoor lighting no job is too big or too small.

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A Word From Your MP One of my favourite things about being elected to Parliament is the opportunity to get involved in local communities and join in with events and celebrations. Recently there has been a crescendo in my diary with the celebrations for the Queens Diamond Jubilee. I must have attended over twenty events over the course of the bank holiday celebrations. I have to say that I was slightly concerned that my most overriding memory would be that of feeling absolutely soaked to the bone as the miserable inclement weather did not look as though it was going to leave us for a second. The weather did not dampen the spirits of the revellers. It was almost as though the British spirit is more determined to enjoy events in the rain than if the sun were shining It is this determination that has had me reflecting on why events such as the Jubilee are so important for our nation today. So many people have come up to me and commented on the rare opportunity that the weekend gave us to get to know our neighbours. With increasing work commitments and other distractions it is so easy to become withdrawn from the places in which we live. The Jubilee has given us the greatest opportunity to get to know others and it has been simply brilliant for tales of how people have enjoyed coming together.

This certainly seems to have been the case in Perton where I really enjoyed my time at the Diamond Jubilee Big Band Concert where there was a real Jubilee atmosphere. Some of those who attended may have seen me taking this one step further as I was sitting soaking it in when the lady next to me asked if I could dance. Those in the know will say that two left feet is a complimentary way of describing my dancing. As I took to the dance floor this became apparent as after stepping on my dance partner’s toes for the fifth time she suggested politely that ‘It might be better if you let me lead’. While this didn’t improve my skills it did prevent any further damage to her toes and I am sure that it gave the Diamond Jubilee Big Band Concert a lot of entertainment.

Now we have the Olympic celebrations to look forward to. At the time of writing this the torch returns to South Staffordshire next weekend as it passes through Great Wyrley and New Town as it makes its journey back towards the London Olympic Stadium. I see 3 the Olympics as another great opportunity to bring Britain together.

Not only will it help to strengthen our communities but I believe that Britain is at her best when showing others how things are done. I am looking forward to celebrating the Olympics in South Staffordshire and I for one cannot wait to show the rest of the world just how great we are.

To contact me about this or any other matter call 01902 701479 or 0207 219 7150

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Ironing service in Perton From £10.00 per load Collection and delivery service available Contact Leanne on 01902-270692 07784531186 Luxury Apartment to Rent in Tavira, Portugal This elegant town, in the Algarve, retains a very Portuguese feel of tranquillity and style with mile after mile of golden sand.

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• ground floor apartment • 10 minutes walk from the town centre • 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom • Sleeps up to 4 people • air-conditioning • furnished to the highest of standards.

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P.H.Services

Buy 2 Lessons Get 1 Free

Domestic Appliance Repair, Sales & Services inc washing machine, microwave, tumble dryers, electric cookers and more parts at competitive rates tel: 01902 421976

Perton Driving School

* Theory * Hazard Perception * Pass Plus * Motorway * Refresher Courses

Call for Details on 01902 746060 Quote Perton Pages to get your free lesson

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Perton Parish Council: News Update: July 2012 Perton Parishioners interested in local affairs and activities are advised to regularly check local notice boards around the area and also, for full details the Parish Council website on www.pertonparishcouncil.gov.uk or call 01902-745971 Current information includes: Queens Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: • Following a very successful programme of events – Monumental commemorative plaques will soon be erected at the two entrances to Perton Village – Construction will start soon.

'Flicks in the Sticks Movie Magic: Coming Soon

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Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy on Monday 24th September The Iron Lady on Monday 26th November

Next Parish Council Meeting on Monday 9th July • Perton Civic Centre Boarroom @ 7.00 pm Future Perton Housing Developments • Are you concerned about recent rumours regarding proposed housing developments at perton? Get the facts now PERTON PARISH COUNCIL: SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

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PERTON BOXiFIT Fun and enjoyable approach to exercise All equipment and music will be provided Fully Qualified & Insured Classes are held at Perton Civic Centre every Tuesday 7:30pm – 8:30pm £4 per class

*Tel: 07943 234547 *Facebook: tjs.totalfitness *email: tjstotalfitness@googlemail.com ACS Gas Qualifications (Gas Safe Registered no 516733)

Central Heating and Plumbing Engineer Boiler Replacement, Full Central Heating Systems, Burst pipes, Taps & Washers, Showers, Cisterns & Toilets, Bathroom Refurbishments, Sinks, Lead Flashing Repair & Replacement

Contact Sam Plumbing & Heating on Tel: 01902 441103 or 07974 128940 Email: 44sam@blueyonder.co.uk

PERTON GARDENING CLUB JULY IN THE GARDEN ♦ Borders now should be in full flower, deadhead regularly when flowers have finished to ensure further blooms to prolong the display.

Stake plants where necessary and tie in any new growth. Water and feed flowering plants regularly and keep borders weeded and mulched. ♦ Tulips should be lifted, dried, cleaned and stored in a dark cool airy place until they are planted again in the autumn. ♦ Start planting autumn flowering bulbs such as nerines and autumn crocus under trees and amongst shrubs. Early flowering irises can be lifted and the rizomes divided. Replant only the healthy outer portions. ♦ Protect bush and cane fruits with netting and pick fruit as it ripens. Summer prune plum, apple and pear trees and complete the thinning of fruit. ♦ Harvest vegetables as they mature and remove the remains of any plants that have finished cropping. Use the ground for other crops. Sow seed of spring cabbage, turnips, carrots, beet, parsley and winter spinach. ♦ Water and feed outdoor tomatoes, marrows and cucumbers Prune shrubs that have finished flowering, cut back to fresh new growth. Deadhead roses except for hip bearing varieities. ♦ Ensure that rhododendrons are well watered to encourage the formation of next years flower buds.

Thursday 26th July: An evening in the garden of "The Elms" Post Office Road, Seisdon. Meet Civic Centre car park at 6.30pm.

Thursday 23rd August: This evening, our last outdoor visit of the season is to the garden of Mr. and Mrs. Bailey at Waterdale, Compton. Meet at Perton Civic Centre car park at 6.30pm For further information of our meetings please contact John Hobbs on 079511475116 or visit our website at: www.pertongardeningclub.btck.co.uk "SUPPORTED BY STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"

PC Clinic West Midlands; Bringing Computers Back to Life!

These days, computer technology and the Internet have become such an integral part of life that a slowly running machine or virus infections are no longer simply an annoyance; in fact they can have a devastating affect on your lifestyle, business and cause chaos in seconds. However, you should never be too quick to condemn your PC, recycling and repairing of old and pre-owned machines being the speciality of PC Clinic Midlands.

Offering an outstanding and friendly service at hugely competitive rates, PC Clinic can literally bring your PC back to life! Based in South Staffordshire and serving the whole of the Wolverhampton area, the business that was originally founded over a decade ago in Cheltenham by IT guru David Fu has now joined forces with new owner Peter Butler. With his excellent knowledge and experience, no job is too big or too small for Peter. Whether you are looking to upgrade a tired PC, boost your memory, or fix any one of a vast array of common problems present on your machine, you can rest assured you will receive a superb service at a price that agrees with your budget.

A strong believer of recycling of computer technology, Peter is constantly on the look out for machines to repair both for resale as well as for non profit organization donation. Pouring his enthusiasm into projects with the Samaritans and N4P sector, the reputation of PC Clinic and its strong community spirit continue to flourish in the local and surrounding areas. It is indeed Peter’s desire to expand his support for local charities and community groups that makes PC Clinic-Midlands stand out prominently from its competitors. With such a positive and approachable attitude, Peter’s niche within the local market continues to grow and capture new clients on an almost daily basis. Specialities of PC Clinic include repairs, upgrades, insurance reports and local business training, Peter and PC Clinic Midlands offering a full and comprehensive range of services. With such a fast turnaround and high quality workmanship as well as the facility of a drop in clinic with free ten minute consultation, PC Clinic really is second to none in the area.

For further information on PC Clinic Midlands and testimonials from past customers, please visit www.pcclinic-midlands or visit the clinic today on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ Alternatively, you can contact Peter on 01902 847478 or 07583 833 550 for a first consultation, or pop in to the clinic for warm friendly advice and great service.

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Green Oaks Gardening & Maintenance Contact Richard Hammonds No job too small!

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Tips from Your Local PGA Pro Why it's Difficult to get out of the bunker: A high proportion of beginner golf players have difficulty playing from the bunkers because they don't understand how much sand they have to move to get the golf ball out, or they make actual contact with the golf ball. They either don't adopt a large enough swing, or they hit too far behind the golf ball, too close to it, or directly on it and send it shooting way over the green.

Golf Bunker Shot Drill: Sand wedges these days are designed to make it easy for you to get the ball out of the bunker. All you have to do is follow a couple of simple rules. The best method to hit consistent bunker shots is to comprehend that you are just trying to pitch sand out onto the green; the ball simply gets in the way. Aim to take a smooth, controlled golf swing along with an open stance and clubface. A great drill to groove that sensation is to grab a hand full of sand, then assume your usual stance inside the bunker. Then make a smooth underarm toss and chuck the sand out of the bunker, with your palm facing towards the sky and your body pivoting forward.

How much sand do you take? Take around as much as the dimension of a £5 note. You can place a note in the bunker then coat it with a thin layer of sand. Position the ball on, approximately a couple of inches from the right edge of the note. You then aim to make contact with the sand at the border of the note, about 2 inches behind the ball, allow the golf club to slide underneath the ball do not let it dig into the sand. Capture a divot the full amount of the note along with the ball. It’s a scooping or skimming action not a shoveling one. The plan is to skip the ball out, not shovel it, as well as to make contact a couple of inches behind the ball, to fly the ball out gently, along with a minimum of sand. Although no bunker shot is the same, and if you are using the equivalent explosion technique for each shot, you are getting it out and putting.

3 Factors Decide Bunker Shots Distance: There are three conditions that decide how far a sand shot may travel, 1/ how hard you swing, 2/ how open your club-face is 3/ how far behind the ball your club-head makes contact with the sand.

The most efficient technique to produce reliable distance control, is to adjust only the power of your golf-swing, and the quantity of the sand taken with each shot, while keeping your club face alignment consistent.

If you already feel relaxed with the amount of sand that you take in your bunker explosion shot, it is best to alter only the power of your golf swing. The further you are from the pin, the harder you should swing. Try to preserve a consistent club face angle and also the quantity of the sand taken. Practice various swing speeds from different distances all round the green. You can try modifying the quantity of sand that you take, while still allowing your clubface angle and swing tempo to remain consistent. Capture a lesser amount of sand if you want added distance from the bunker, take additional sand for a shorter bunker shot.

Numerous pros favor this method, for the reason that the results are often more precise, however it does demand much more additional practice.Why not pop down to Perton GC for some bunker practice. We have two practise bunkers.

Struggling with your game? email Jeremy@pertongolfclub.co.uk for free advice. Follow us on Facebook, facebook.com/pertongolfclub

Jeremy Harrold, Perton Park Golf Club 01902 380073 12

Suttie School of Dance

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Ballet * Tap * Acrobatics * Disco classes for all ages 3+ Holy Cross Church Hall, Bilbrook Teachers are MASD qualified with CRB clearance Contact Carol: 01902 398710 www.suttieschoolofdance.co.uk

PERTON : fish & chips Opening Sundays

from 9th September 2012 5pm – 10pm

SPECIAL SUNDAY OFFER buy a chicken kebab or doner kebab in a pitta bread and get a bag of chips free

Telephone: 01902 754414

A.B. Aerials & Satellites A local Perton business for over 10 years Freeview Aerial Specialist - Freeview signal guaranteed or no charge Multi-room installation, Sky digital repair, LCD/Plasma fitting service and TV/FM/DAB Aerial fitting.

5 year guarantee and OAP discount Setting up a TV/Freeview Digital recorder?

Give Paul a call and for a modest fee (normally £25 – about half of what Curry's or Comet charge) We'll even take it out the box! ********************

Would you like to watch in another room?

• We can run a digi-link to a second room for just £59.00 (standard inst.)

• We can supply a magic eye and a remote control for a modest fee ********************

Fed up of paying too much for Sky? We can install Freesat for you!!

Watch the Olympics this Summer in HD for Free!!

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Traditional & Contemporary Gents Hairdressing Reduced Rates for OAPs Monday-Friday Before 12 & Boys under 10 all day everyday (except Saturdays) Modern Day Styles at Barber Shop Prices 110a Wolverhampton Road, Birches Bridge Tel: 01902 844300

Membership of Perton Angling Club is currently available to Perton Residents only Annual Membership of the club as follows: 1st Year Adult - £20.00 2nd Year Renewal - £15.00 Junior (under 16) - £10.00 (Junior members MUST be accompanied by an Adult 21 years or older when fishing) The season runs from 1st May until 14th March Inc. The club offers a well stocked lake with Carp, Bream, Pike and Silver Fish. Although the club leases both the Upper and Lower Lakes from the South Staffordshire Council, only the lower lake is available to Anglers. We are hoping to net some of the fish from the top lake and move them down to the lower lake to improve stocking.

Over the coming months we are hoping to have platforms installed on all available pegs, and easy access pegs for Disabled anglers. We will also be holding clean up days to ensure the area is kept tidy for both the community and wildlife alike.

We will be holding fishing matches throughout the summer for Members including Junior Competitions, whereby it is hoped, the more senior anglers could spare a few hours teaching and coaching the younger members.

Anyone wishing to obtain any further details or indeed to join the club, Please contact Peter Haskayne, 32 Reynolds Grove, Perton Tel 01902 753315 or Mobile 07533 195186

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Independent Financial Adviser Do you need to review and improve your wealth and future financial security?

BASED ON PERTON Karim Wanas AIFP, IMC, Dip PFS can discuss with you and help you make plans for your finances, investments and retirement Mobile: 07877 206465 Email: karim.wanas@prosperitywealth.com Prosperity Wealth Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority

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Free Chips at Perton Fish & Chips Monday Special : Buy a large fish and get a FREE bag of chips.

Open Monday – Saturday Tel: 01902 754414 or see Perton Pages for times and full menu See instore for more special offers.

S.J.Mellor Plastering Fast Clean & Reliable call 07565878047 Discounted Rates for South Staffs First Responders

Useful Numbers Lakeside Surgery: 01902 755329 Tamar Surgery: 01902 755053 Perton Dental Practice (Anders Square): 01902 758120 Perton Dental Surgery (Severn Drive): 01902 756114 Perton Clinic : 01902 758150 Perton Civic Centre: 01902 745971 Library: 01902 755794 Church at Perton: 01902 750232 Lakeside Community Church: 01902 752129 Neighbourhood Police: 0300 1234455 Staffordshire Police: 08453 303132 MP: Gavin Williamson: 01902 701479 Souths Staffs District Council: 01902 696000 Staffordshire County Council: 01785 223121 Parish Council Office: 01902 745971 16