Perton Pages June merged

June 2013

Perton Pages

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE - BUSINESSES, OFFERS, INFO & NEWS DIRECTORY LISTING OF LOCAL & PERTON BASED BUSINESSES INSIDE JUNE 13 EDITION Accountants & Bookkeeping Arts & Crafts Bi ngo Bl inds Bui lding & Construction Cafe, Pubs ,Res taura nts,Ta kea way Care a t Home Carpet a nd Floori ng Cars & Maintenance Cheerl eading Childcare Cleani ng Clinic for balance and dizziness Computers and Repair Dance Cl asses Domestic Appliances & Repair

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Drivi ng School s Electrica l Ins ta ll ations Electricians Fina ncial Advi ser Firs t Aid Foot Care Funeral Director Ga rdeners Golf Club Graphi c Desi gner Ha irdress ers /Barbers Health & Beauty Holida y Accommodation Legal Lighting

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Locksmith Minibus Hire Mobi le Phones Office Sui tes Oven Cleaning Painter & Decorator Plas terer Plumbing and Heating Roofing Slimming Theatre Arts School Toyshop Tree Surgeons Windows Window Cleaner

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

Mobile: 07730 260358 Home: 01902 840674 richie.hammonds@hotmail.co.uk

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Wild About Perton in June Always the last to come into leaf in the spring, with their pale bark, Perton’s Ash trees are facing uncertain times as the spores of a new disease, Ash dieback, are blown across the country. How great the problem will be is still uncertain, but how ironic that Ash, which replaced Elm in our hedgerows over 50 years ago when it was devastated by Dutch Elm disease, could be similarly devastated. The loss of Ash locally would have far greater impact because it is so dominant in our local woodland canopy.

In contrast to the sturdily useful Oak, Ash is often regarded as inferior, but in ancient times it was the tree of life, the greatest and best of trees, with powers of healing and many thought it lucky to carry a twig in their pocket on Ash Wednesday. In Perton many of our finest trees are Ash, protected as remnants of the landscape before this community was built.

Ash is an old English word meaning spear for only Ash had the strength and elasticity to withstand the shocks of combat and war. Even today cavalry lances are made of Ash. This same quality makes it the wood of choice for many sports, including hockey sticks, and many woodworkers like it because of its finishing quality.

Keep a close eye on the Ash in our local woodlands. The disease causes leaf loss and crown dieback in affected trees, and it usually leads to tree death. The disease often kills young trees within one growing season with older trees surviving initial attacks, but succumbing eventually after several seasons of infection.

Wild About Perton leads a wildlife walk every first Saturday each month starting from Perton Library at 2.00 PM. During the 1 June walk, Wild About Perton will be looking closely at our trees to see if there is any evidence of Ash dieback locally.

For further information contact Keith Elder on 01902-754245

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Tips from Your Local PGA Pro At Perton Park Golf Club

VILLAGE BLINDS

NEW SHOWROOM AT 1 FINCHFIELD ROAD WEST 3 vertical blinds supplied for ÂŁ75 up to 5' width.

Individual blinds supplied from ÂŁ20 each ________________________________

Fitting service offered Free home visits with pattern books. ________________________________

All blinds are made to measure.

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

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This month I am going to talk about Shoulder Alignment and how it can cause stray golf shots. Every day I teach people who concentrate well on where their feet are aiming but neglect their shoulder alignment. It is important to check it on a weekly basis. Poor alignment leads to the ball starting off in the wrong direction leading to missed fairways or greens.

It is the position of the shoulders that dictates the line of the swing path, so it is vital that the upper body is aligned correctly The shoulders and feet should always aim parallel to your intended target (for a straight shot). Here are a couple of steps to help check if you are in the correct position.

-Get into your set up position either on the golf course or driving range.

-Make sure you are happy with your club face and feet alignment.

-Pick up your club and lay the shaft across your shoulders and see where they are aiming.

Most golfers (if in the incorrect position) tend to aim to the left especially with the woods.

If the club is aiming parallel to your target Great! If not make the slight adjustment.

It may feel a little strange to start with but you will soon get comfortable with it and hopefully will encourage a better swing path which will lead to straighter shots, lower scores and more enjoyment!

One final tip a Golf Lesson Voucher makes a great Gift .For more details or for Free tips contact me at jeremy@pertongolfclub.co.uk - Until the next time play well.

Jeremy Harrold, Perton Park Golf Club 01902 380073

Find your MP Gavin Williamson at Jubilee House, 59 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall, South Staffordshire, WV8 1PL Telephone: 01902 846 616

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Perton Parish Council: News Update June 2013 Perton Parishioners interested in local affairs and activities are advised to regularly check local notice boards around the area and, for full details the Parish Council website on www.pertonparishcouncil.gov.uk or call 01902-745971 th

Parish Council Meetings on Monday 10 June & Monday 8th July: Perton Civic Centre @ 7pm Neighbourhood Watch: Help to make Perton an even safer place to live: Join your local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.

Perton Outdoor Gym, Children's Playfround & Multi Use Games Arena (MUGA): Following acts of vandalism to the above facilities Perton Parish Council will offer £100 REWARD for information that leads to a succesful prosecution.

'Flicks in the Sticks' Movie Magic: Coming soon •

Quartet – Tuesday 22nd October @ 2pm

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Salmon Fishing in the Yemen – Tuesday 26 th November

PERTON PARISH COUNCIL: SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

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Do you or a Loved One Need Care At Home?

Our Services Include:Personal Care, medication assistance, meal preparation, sits, shopping, housework, companionship Care visits from 30 minutes up to 24 hour live in care We are registered with the Care Quality Commission We employ dedicated, reliable staff who are all trained and CRB checked.

Contact us for a full brochure or no obligation assessment of your needs

01902 810174 www.candscareservice.co.uk Career opportunities also available

Professional, friendly & fully qualified beauty therapist providing Sienna X

spray tans, CND Shellac Power Polish, manicures, pedicures, facials, massage, eyelash extensions, waxing and more

Special offers and gift vouchers also available.

Call Natalie on 07957 286442 or www.violetskybeauty.co.uk Find us at Garden Village, A454 Bridgnorth Road, Shipley WV6 7EZ

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Dry Fusion System - 30 minutes drying time OAP Discount Local Company 0800 112 3959 or 01902 489 901 www.aclasscarpetcleaning.co.uk

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A & J Owen Window Cleaning & Garden Services Husband and wife team Tel 07768 224795 (Jenny) 07768 311378 (Alan) Also offering gutter cleans, conservatory roof cleans and jet washing Please see our website for details of our garden services www.wegarden4u.co.uk

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

Call 01902 687814 for appointments

Buy 2 Lessons Get 1 Free 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

Dates for the Diary

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Every Tuesday – Perton Walk & Talk – 10.30am @ Perton Library – Last for 30-45 mins - 01902 755794 Every Wednesday – Baby Bounce and Rhyme for Parents & Toddlers – 9.15 – 9.45 Perton Library - 01902 755794 First & Third Thursdays – Perton Work Club – 2.15pm-4.15pm - Help and advice on getting a job. Perton Library – 01902 755794 First & Third Thursdays – Perton Family Games Group – 5.00pm-6.30pm - Perton Library – 01902 755794 Sunday 16th June – Father's Day Thursday 20th June - Work Club - Help get work and get advice - Perton Library - 2.15pm - 4.15pm - More Info Call 01902 755794 Thursday 20th June - Perton Astronomy Group at Perton Library from 7pm - 9pm - More Info Call 01902 755794 Saturday 22nd June – Charity Craft Fair & Family Day at Rising Brook Baptist Church Stafford 10.30-4.30 Saturday 29th June - Archie's Fabulous Tea Party - Eat Cake and raise money for Birmingham Children's Hospital Cancer Centre Appeal - 11am - 3pm Codsall Village Hall Saturday 29th June – Armed Forces Day and Wrottesley Arms 30th Anniversary celebrations from 11am Tuesday 2nd July – Perton Sandown First School open evening 4pm-6pm – contact them on 01902 742686

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

Check out our new website at www.lightingrus.co.uk or come in store and view our 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!

Central Electrical Contracts Ltd 10% off all non-sale stock in our Green Lane showroom Bring this voucher to make your saving CCTV Installation A professional CCTV system can deter thieves, vandals and anti-social behaviour from your commercial 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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PVC-U fascia and soffits, bargeboards & cladding Eaves Protection System supply & fit Verandas, Porches, Tiled Canopies Guttering/Dry verges General roof repairs and tiles replaced

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

Words of Wisdom from Rev Julia Cody I’ve had a very strange experience today - all because of a letter.... For the past 10 years I’ve sponsored a little girl in Brazil, Luiza, through the charity, Compassion.

Such sponsorship schemes are fantastic, linking people like you and me, with children in countries where there are significant needs.

Today’s post included a letter telling me that Luiza’s family had moved and therefore my sponsorship had come to an end. It encouraged me to write a farewell letter, and, I don’t mind admitting, which I cried over.

I’ve never met Luiza, I’ve received 4 photos, but, I’ve also received over 30 letters from her, including pictures she drew for me.

When Luiza sent her first letter she was just 5. I’ve been part of her life for 10 years; and she’s been part of mine. I re-read her letters, and truly thanked God for this little girl - now a young woman - who I’ve had the privilege of getting to know, yet have never met. Sponsoring a child is a wonderful, charitable act, but I can tell you, it’s me who’s been so touched by knowing Luiza. Writing my farewell letter was so very hard.

I appreciate we can’t all sponsor a child, but I wanted to share how very special my experience has been, as brought home so powerfully today when I opened my post. May God bless Luiza and all children sponsored through Compassion and other programmes.

Your Vicar: Rev Julia Cody “

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Brian Breakwell Painter & Decorator Semi-Retired with over 40 Years Experience Cheap Rates All Work Guaranteed

Tel: 07976 152817 or 01902 753364 Email: sarah-2503@hotmail.co.uk B R I D G E b a r b e r s 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

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

P.H.Services

Domestic Appliance Repair, Sales & Services inc washing machine, microwave, tumble dryers, electric cookers and more parts at competitive rates tel: 01902 421976 philip.harvey@phserviceswolverhampton.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 Meals Available All Day Roast Dinners available daily

Sandwiches - 2 for £6

Kids Eat - 2 for £6

KITCHEN NOW OPEN - Mon to Fri 12-2 & 6-9, Sat All Day & Sun 12-4

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PERTON GARDENING CLUB JUNE IN THE GARDEN The risk of frost should now be over so it should be safe to plant out summer bedding, but be prepared to protect tender plants if a late frost is forecast. Remember to keep new plants well watered until they become established.

Pelargoniums, dahlias, impatiens, begonias and fuchsias can now go outside, nip out geranium tips to encourage strong bushy growth. Dead head roses as the blooms fade and disbud hybrid tea varieties to ensure larger blooms.

Hanging baskets and pots can also go outside to brighten up your garden but remember to keep them watered especially if by any chance we get a warm dry spell. Cut down oriental poppies when they have finished flowering, this will keep them tidy and encourage fresh foliage and perhaps more flowers later on.

Outdoor tomatoes which have been hardened off can now go outside, but watch out for frost, whilst greenhouse varieties should be fed and watered regularly. support where necessary, pinch out side shoots and remove the growing tip when plants have reached the desired height.

Earth up main crop potatoes and start harvesting early varieties. Support peas and beans and plant salad crops amongst other varieties to maximise use of space and provide continuity.

For further information of our meetings please contact John Hobbs on 07951 475116 or visit our website at: www.pertongardeningclub.btck.co.uk "SUPPORTED BY STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"

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A Word From Your MP One of the most devastating things that can happen to any family or individual is for someone to lose their job.

This not only puts massive pressure on the person who has become unemployed, but also on their family and friends, who will quite obviously be concerned for their wellbeing. It was for this reason that I was so pleased to be able to help when asked by South Staffordshire District Council if I could lend a hand in organising a Jobs Fayre, to take place in Perton. The event wouldn’t just be for people in Perton, but for the whole of South Staffordshire.

I think it is vitally important that we do all that we can to drive down unemployment. In South Staffs, we are lucky that our unemployment rate is almost half that of the West Midlands average, with the number of unemployed continuing to fall quickly. That, however, is little consolation for the person who can’t get a job.

I was given the task of trying to get businesses to come and exhibit at the Jobs Fayre and I was able to secure the likes of Jaguar Land Rover, G4S, Veolia, McCain and Severn Trent. These were all businesses that had well paid and good jobs on offer, and which employed people who I wanted to put in touch with my constituents.

I later heard that more than 400 visitors attended the fair, making the most of the opportunity to meet with local employers and find out more about any training, apprenticeship or job opportunities. It was fantastic to see so many people turn up for the event and the atmosphere on the day was extremely positive. I have little doubt that the fair provided a big boost to both businesses and jobs in the local area.

There were also three 20-30 minute workshops held throughout the day on the topics of starting up a business, CVs and interview techniques and volunteering. These appeared to be extremely popular with attendees and did much to contribute towards the event’s overall success. The whole day was a testament to what can be achieved if local businesses, residents and organisations work together. I would particularly like to thank staff at South Staffordshire Council for all the hard work that they put in to coordinating the event. I wish everyone who attended the day - both visitors and prospective employers - the best of luck with their search and hope that they have formed connections that will play a significant role in their long term future success.

To contact me call 01902 701479 or 0207 219 7150

LASTING POWERS of ATTORNEY In the comfort of your home call KEVIN HALL (FILEx Commissioner for Oaths)

Tel: 07957 177173

for a free quote and advice

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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

A Few Words from Pete @ PC Clinic Running your own small business has many benefits but also many pitfalls. The one that surprises me most is the sheer amount of work and cost associated with keeping your image and brand in front of potential customers. During most days I get at least one if not more phone calls asking me to advertise in this or that publication and emails by the dozen about using a service to promote my business on the web. According to whichever publication or online service I'm talking to they are the No1, "more people use this ...", "Did you know we go to over xx homes in your neighbourhood". Based on these assertions you could quite literally spend all of your business income on promotions. Of course I may never see any of it back and my campaigns would be short lived but wide in coverage.

Still I find that despite all of the publicity hype and careful tracking that more of my business comes from good solid recommendation.

Customers tell other customers and that is still the best form of advertising in a local community. PC Clinic is a local company with a comprehensive network of support. We deliver good solid value with complete after care and our customers appreciate it. You can see some of our customer feedback on our website.

We like to help you get more out of your existing technology, reduce your costs and deliver that local service that add extra value. For instance we give free talks on a range of computer use and other technology matters such as computer security and cloud computing. In addition to this we have found that accompanying customers on shopping trips helps them feel more confident in their purchases and hence more comfortable using it when they get home.

If you'd like to come to one of free talks and learn a bit more about how to benefit from technology, give us a call and see what we've got going on.

For the team and I here at PC Clinic, we believe the most important thing in running your own business is trust from your customers, a positive reputation and a local friendly face.

A quick note on passwords as it’s one of the most common questions we’re asked, if you find remembering them confusing try something like this:- Object-Place-Activity = Ferrari-Basildon-Building... where each word means something to you but separated by hyphen (-) increases the security but the phrase means something to you. Obviously change the words to something that’s relevant to you and stay safe.

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Archie's Fabulous Tea Party!

Saturday 29th June 2013 11 - 3pm Codsall Village Hall Tea, coffee and cake will be available for sale, along with various stalls and face-painting.

This follows on from our successful earlier event, 'Archie's Great Cake Bake.'

All money raised goes towards Birmingham Children's Hospital, Cancer Centre Appeal, in memory of Archie Hewitt.

Archie has an 'In Memory' page called 'Archie's Page' at Justgiving www.justgiving.com/ArchieHewitt

Useful Numbers Lakeside Surgery: 01902 755329 Tamar Surgery: 01902 755053 Perton Dental Practice (Anders Square): 01902 758120 Dental Surgery, Tamar Medical Centre: 01902 756114 Perton Funeral Directors: 01902 756830 Perton Clinic : 01902 758150 Perton Civic Centre: 01902 745971 Perton 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 846616 Souths Staffs District Council: 01902 696000 Staffordshire County Council: 01785 223121 Parish Council Office: 01902 745971 20