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We also have news from Tarporley High School, the Bunbury Singers, an expansion for a Tattenhall restaurateur, a rural health campaign, an appeal for Marie Curie volunteers and what’s on at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall. There’s also the regular features, including Angela Bartlett, the what’s on guide, business directory and health and beauty.

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Services p81-85 What’s on in your village

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The Tarporley Tester Can you find the Tessie, the Tarporley Tiger in this edition? She is hidden somewhere in the magazine. The answer is on page 95

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Bunbury Singers hit the right note for charity Bunbury Singers were very pleased to be able to present St Luke’s Hospice with a cheque for £1,100 as a result of their recent concerts. Mandy Shaw, Community Partnerships Fundraiser from St Luke’s, was delighted to be able to collect the cheque at one of Bunbury Singers’ regular rehearsals. An additional donation of £250 was also presented to Guide Dogs for the Blind, which was collected as a result of carol singing in various Tarporley pubs and the Lockgate Café in Beeston. The choir’s next concert is planned for 12th May at Tarporley Baptist and Methodist Chapel. More details about Bunbury Singers and their activities can be found at www.bunburysingers. co.uk

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Acclaimed chef Mark Ellis is building of the success of his Allium restaurant in Tattenhall, by starting a new venture in North Wales. Mark is to open a new restaurant called Shippon by Mark Ellis at The Plassey, near Bangor-On Dee, Wrexham. Mark said: “This an exciting project to be involved in following on from the tremendous success of our first restaurant Allium - Tattenhall which has had an incredible first year and has already caught the attention of The Michelin Guide, Hardens Guide and was runner up for Best Small Hotel and Boutique Accommodation from Marketing Cheshire, and more recently received a score of 8/10 from The Telegraph and we will continue this success at Shippon.”

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Make a date for Saturday 23rd June for this year’s Bunbury Village Day, which takes place on Bunbury Playing Fields. For more info: www.bunburyvillage.info. For any queries or to book a pitch for a stall email: contact@bunburyvillage.info

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There will be a by-election in Bunbury ward on 22nd March, at the seat which was formerly held by Michael Jones, the Conservative leader of Cheshire East Council.

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TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL Newsletter Royal British Legion Car Park As many people are now aware, the former RBL car park is closed for re-development. The Parish Council have been informed that the new car park should be open from about the middle of May 2018. After that they will build the new houses further up the site. Tarporley Parish Council are inviting suggestions from everybody in Tarporley for a name for the new car park on this site. We want to give the car park a new name to mark the change of ownership to the Parish Council. Please send your suggestions for consideration to the Clerk by email (clerk@tarporley.org.uk) by 5th March 2018.

Car Parking Postcards Parking postcards have been created with details of the car parking facilities in Tarporley and are being distributed to all businesses along the High Street. Visitors may not be familiar with all the car parks in Tarporley and this provides information for them.

Inappropriate use of litter bins A small number of businesses and residents have reportedly been observed stuffing rubbish into the black public litter bins on the High Street and at the Community Centre field thereby filling them up to overflowing much sooner than would ordinarily be the case. We would like to remind everyone that these bins are for public use, not for business or household waste and the Parish Council asks those concerned to please stop this practice immediately. Cheshire West and Chester Council Environmental Health Team have informed the Parish Council that penalty fines will be issued to anyone caught using the litter bins inappropriately.

Speeding in the Village Following several complaints about speeding in the village, the local Police Community Support Officer has recently conducted a speed monitoring exercise along the High Street and other roads such as Eaton Road and Cobblers Cross. The drivers caught speeding will be contacted. The Parish Council are working closely with Cheshire Police to try and reduce the number of speeding cars in the village and another speed watch scheme may be introduced this summer. You will also have noticed the new 20mph speed limits by now so please take care not to exceed them. 12 To advertise call 01244 350398

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TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL Information TARPORLEY PARISH COUNCIL COUNCILLORS Chairman: Councillor Gordon Pearson. Vice-Chair: Councillor Gill Clough Clerk: Delia Cox / Abigail Webb 35 Oswalds Way Tarporley CW6 0GF Tel 01829 732516 Email clerk@tarporley.org.uk Cheshire County Council Vale Royal Borough Council gov.uk Councillor Andrew Needham Councillor Mrs. D. Joyce Would you like to know what meetings are taking place with the730824) Parish Council? Visit (01829 732444) (01829 www.tarporley.org.uk and click on the meetings calendar to find out what meetings Andrew.Needham@cheshire. are taking place and when. Tarporley has twelve Parish Councillor seats. The current members are listed below with their current contact details (01829) Elaine Chapman ……………...733972 Gill Clough ……………………..733545 Julie Hall…………………..........734078 Bil Mather.............................. 733628 John Millington……………......730921 Jeremy Mills …………………....730898

Gordon Pearson …………....733813 Richard Statham …………. 732940 Peter Tavernor ……………. .732165 Nigel Taylor ………………....732538 Andrew Wallace …………....07850 250641

Parish Council Meetings Second Monday of each month (except August) in the Craven Room (the downstairs room accessed from the rear car park) of the Community Centre. Each meeting starts at 7pm with an Open Forum, during which members of the public can address the whole Council on matters of concern to them. At 6.30pm, prior to this meeting, the Parish Council holds a surgery where members of the public can talk one to one with individual councillors on an informal basis.

What’s On in the Village The Parish Council have been working to update the Tarporley website to include details of activities of clubs and organisations in the village. If you want to find out more information about social or sporting activities taking place, please visit http://www.tarporley.org.uk/whats-on/clubsorganisations/. If you are running an activity that’s not listed on the website, please e-mail Abigail at clerk@tarporley.org.uk to include your details to the web page.

Annual Meeting Following the success of the last year’s Annual Meeting, the Parish Council have agreed to organise a community ‘market place’ style event again this May in the Community Centre. Local Clubs and organisations attended last year to raise awareness and share information with the local community. If you know of any local community organisation that would like a stall at this event, please email the clerk at clerk@tarporley.org.uk or telephone 01829 732 516. The event will take place on Saturday 12th May between 10am and 12pm.

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East meets west in art residential Year 10 Art & Design pupils recently took part in the annual art residential at the Conway Centre, Anglesey. The students spent the weekend working alongside other talented pupils from across the county with lead art teachers from local schools. This year pupils were challenged to explore western approaches to eastern art producing work which varied from willow vessels, face casts and ornate Indian paintings. Mr Bowland led a workshop centred on Indian spices, fretwork and rich colours.

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What’s on at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall Millfield Clean Up – March 3rd from 10am. The Trustees of the Barbour Institute are planning to do some pruning of overgrown trees on the Millfield, the field adjacent to the Barbour Institute. Can you help? Bring your tools, green wheelie bin and your muscles. Bacon sandwiches in return! Call to the office to sign up. Tattenhall Chronic Pain and Fatigue Support Group 21st March, 10 am- 12am. A very warm welcome awaits you. Refreshments available, hugs and information. Contact Sarah Stanyer:cheshireacpfsg@gmail.com for details. Film Night at the Barbour – Weds 28th March, 7.30 for an 8pm start. Hidden Figures - the incredible story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. All welcome. Wine Appreciation Thursday 29th March 7pm new to the Barbour Institute – an introduction to wine tasting. Contact Gill 07964 588453 for details and to book your place. Italian for beginners - starting Friday 2nd March. Contact Monica domizianadean@yahoo. co.uk for more information. Also booked in at the Barbour Institute – dates for your diary: Jumble Sale 15th April. Sandstone Ridge Festival Sunday 20th May. TADs summer production 29/30 June, 1st July. Simon and Garfunkel Event 13th July. Tattenhall Village Show 2nd Sept. Jumble Sale 7th October. Book Sale 20/21st October. Tattenhall Beer Festival 12/13th October. In the diary there are also several weddings, a 50th wedding anniversary, an engagement party, a big birthday party, a ceilidh, and lots of kid’s birthday parties (the next one is a space-hopper party!)

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The return of Electrolysis By Angela Bartlett, Owner Sensoria Beauty Q. What can I expect from a mini 10 minute Dermalogica Skin Solver treatment? A.Ten minutes is not long, but it’s amazing what can be achieved in such a short amount of time! Unlike a full Skin Treatment Facial, the ten minute skin solver focuses on how to fix skin concerns fast and although products are applied to your skin to give you a great glow, it’s more focused around education. Your skin therapist will educate and inform you about professional tips on how to achieve your skin care goals. Q. Is electrolysis still popular as I rarely see it advertised any more? A. When laser and IPL (intense pulsed light) started to become commercially available in the 1990’s, most Therapists didn’t feel the need to train in electrolysis any more, as IPL and laser was hailed as the perfect solution to hair removal. As the years passed the limitations of this new type of hair removal became apparent - inability to treat all hair colours, the need to stay out of the sun etc. Now electrolysis has become popular again, but it will take a while before the level of electrolysis practitioners is up to the same number as the were pre-laser and pre-IPL. For more information on the pro’s and con’s of laser/IPL compared to electrolysis please visit the blog page at www.sensoriabeauty.co.uk For the full article and our product recommendations please visit the blog page of our website at www.sensoriabeauty.co.uk

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Students get interview experience Students in Year 11 at Tarporley High School attended mock interviews in school run by the Rotary Club. This was a fantastic opportunity for the students to help them in making the transition from school to the wider world of employment or higher education. For some students this was their first interview and although daunted by this, they rose to the challenge and presented themselves in a very mature and professional manner. The school received lots of positive feedback from the Rotarians and the students themselves. Prizes were awarded to the following students at a special assembly; Rebecca Richardson, Luke Williams, Charles Whittingham, Rosie Jowett, Joe CapperMoore, Elizabeth Matthews, Jake Bailey Saltmarsh, Ella Casson, Molly Bleckly, Nicole Morrison, Harry Davies, Luke Martindale and William Murray

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Local MP Antoinette Sandbach MP is supporting a year-long programme of events organised by the UK Parliament to mark 100 years since the 1918 Representation of the People Act, which gave some women the vote for the first time. Schools and community groups in Eddisbury are encouraged to get involved in debating and celebrating the anniversary. Antoinette Sandbach MP said: “The Representation of the People Act 1918 was a vital step towards the rights women have today, and the centenary of the Act is an incredibly important opportunity for us to reflect on how far we have come, thanks to the extreme bravery and sacrifice of the women who fought – and in some cases died – for equality. “Whether it’s chatting about the issues over a cup of tea, or engaging with one of the many exciting events that are part of this year’s UK Parliament Week, there are countless opportunities for schools and community groups across Eddisbury involved14:14:07 in this key anniversary.” Business Card.pdf to get 6/3/12

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Ice cream Farm celebrates record year The Cheshire Ice Cream Farm is celebrating a fantastic year which propelled it into the top 20 visitor attractions in the UK. It represents an incredible feat for the Tattenhall dairy farm which was forced to diversify due to a cut in milk subsidies. The venue brought in more than 821,000 visitors to place it alongside the likes of the National Gallery, Science Museum and Brighton Pier in the top free visitor attractions, according to the Visit England survey. Over recent years, visitor numbers have continued to climb despite its rural location, much to the joy of the owners Tom and Margaret Fell and their sons Jonathan and Graeme. Three years ago the venue underwent a £5million redevelopment to open the world’s largest purpose-built ice cream parlour and a large indoor sand and water play area. While admission to the park is free, visitors can go on a range of individual rides, including a mini JCB digger, giant sand castles and crazy golf costing £1 to £3.75.

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On your marks, get set for the hospice! Lining up at the start of the Chester Half Marathon on Sunday 29th April will be many runners hoping to raise as much money as possible for their chosen charities. Among these will be Emma Croft, 34, from Hartford, who will be running the 13.1 miles to raise funds for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd in loving memory of her dad. Emma’s dad was diagnosed with Leukaemia over two years ago and cared for at the Hospice before he passed away, aged 72, in May 2017. Emma chose to support the Hospice as she wants to help fund the care that her dad received and said: “We were offered kindness, support, endless cups of tea, aftercare but most importantly my Dad received a painless, dignified, respectful passing.” For Emma, running the course through the city centre streets of Chester will be a big achievement and she is both apprehensive and excited ahead of the big day. “I was supposed to run the Chester Half Marathon the week after my dad died which I never made and have not ran since. It is only recently I decided to start running again and I don’t usually ask for donations. However, the Hospice is an amazing place with a beautiful garden and caring staff. My Dad was lucky, grateful and I know relieved to be able to go there and I will be running with pride in his memory” There are just over 12 weeks to go until the Chester Half Marathon and there is plenty of time to join Emma and raise money for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd. Anyone inspired to sign up can get their own place via the Chester Half Marathon website and then contact fundraising@ hospicegs.com<mailto:fundraising@hospicegs.com> to request a running vest and sponsorship pack.

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I've not written about this subject for a long time, mainly because until this year, there have been no changes to the inheritance tax nil rate band for some years, and to be fair, the fact that the nil rate band is now transferable between spouses, means that the old adage of "use it or lose it" is no longer a worry. Reading these figures though reminded me of how I felt when I had to write out a cheque to the Inland Revenue many years ago on the death of my mother. My father had predeceased her by some 16 years, she sadly passed away before the rule change allowing the transfer of a deceased spouses unused nil rate band, result, a hefty IHT bill on an estate which today wouldn't even raise a glimmer of hope in the Revenue's eye's. It's clear though, from the figures announced by HMRC that many people are still falling foul of this most unpalatable of taxes, and it's equally clear to me that with some sensible planning and discussion, those of you who may inadvertently be making HMRC one of your main beneficiaries, may be able to remove them, or at the very least considerably reduce their "inheritance" from you. Of course, some of you reading this may not mind in the slightest if more of your estate passes to the revenue than your children, or grandchildren, and that is of course your choice. If that's not your eventual aim though, there are

some very simple things you can do to ensure your wealth passes to the people who matter the most to you. For example, I write a lot about retirement planning, and keeping as much of your capital as you can, for as long as you can in a pension "wrapper" is incredibly tax efficient, so often when I undertake cash flow modelling, I'll suggest drawing on other capital before pension capital. Many people don't realise that gifts from surplus income don't eat into the nil rate band, so if your income is building up, diverting this to a savings or investment product for a child, can help reduce the final inheritance tax bill on your estate, whilst building up capital to enable a child to perhaps put down a deposit on a property or pay off a student loan in years to come. It's fair to say that one size definitely does not fit all, and advice, in what can be a complex area is to my mind essential. If you would like more information on this, or any other area of financial planning, please do give us a call on 01948 840738 or 075959 28907 where me and my team will be happy to help you. The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds selected and may fall as well as rise. You may get back less than the amount invested. The levels and bases of taxation and reliefs from taxation can change at any time and is dependent on individual circumstances.

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Bunbury Tennis Club

We are a friendly club with great facilities located at Bunbury Playing Fields. The club welcomes players of all ages and standards and offers a wide range of activities including club sessions, tournaments, winter and summer leagues along with regular social events. Through our club coach we are expanding our coaching sessions to include a full junior programme, cardio tennis and individual coaching. New members welcome. For further information please call Allen Ward on 07779 217142 or email bunburyclubtennis@gmail.com or visit www.bunburytennisclub.org.uk

Hawkers in Tarvin

HOUSEHOLDERS in Tarvin and Oscroft complained to the police about hawkers selling cleaning materials in the village recently. Police are advising people not to feel pressured into opening the door to strangers, even if you think they are legitimate, and certainly do not feel compelled to purchase any of the items on offer.

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Rural health brought into focus PEOPLE in Tattenhall and Tarporley can discover new ways to stay healthy and get fit thanks to a number of projects being run across the area. Healthbox is a registered community interest company (CIC), a not-for-profit organisation, is the group behind the ‘Rural Living Well Project ‘, which offers a range of free, health and well-being sessions to support participants in making lifestyle changes to better their health, especially if they are managing a long-term condition. For example, the six-week ‘Feel Good with Food’ course highlights the importance of diet in health, demonstrates how to make simple dietary changes and offers the chance for interactive healthy cookery (for all skill levels). The company also runs 12-week exercise classes that can be tailored to all levels and abilities, helping to improve muscle strength and balance; they are particularly suited for people who may have had a fall/are at risk of falling, to increase confidence in their mobility, but anyone wanting to enjoy the benefits of exercise is welcome! And the ‘Living Well with Long Term Conditions’ is a 12-week course is tailored to the those who attend and covers a range of topics to support participants in self-managing their condition, from medication to nutrition. Sessions are currently running in Tattenhall and Tarporley. For more information, or to book a place, contact Georgie on 0151 355 0205 or georgie@healthboxcic.com.

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Quartet return to Tattenhall

Sunday 11th March sees the return to Tattenhall of the wonderful Zelkova Quartet. They performed at our November concert in 2016 and are made up of siblings Caroline, Ed and Jonathan Pether plus Alex Mitchell. They were founded at the Royal Northern College of Music in 2010 and continue to perform to great acclaim and we are delighted as a society to welcome them back. Their programme will include Hayden String Quartet Op. 64 No2, Janacek String Quartet No2 ‘Intimate Letters’ and Beethoven String Quartet in E minor, Op.59 No2 ’Razumovsky’ This is the final concert of the 2017/2018 Season and the performance starts at 6.30pm (doors open at 5.45pm) at the Parish Church of St. Alban. Tickets are £10 and £8 for Members (under 18 years old are free) and available from Tattenhall News, Pluto House Post Office or you can just pay at the door. If you would like any more information about this concert or TMS contact Anne McGrath Tel: 01829 770932

Tarporley Rotary Country Market

The next market is on Saturday 3rd March 9.30am – 1.15pm, at Tarporley Community Centre, with 25 stalls including cheese, bread, coffee, yoghurts, cakes, jams, pickles, pies, fish, pates, eggs, gift cards, children’s books, beauty products etc. Inquiries to AK Wallace on 07850 250641

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By March, spring will be here, the bulbs will be out, some trees and shrubs will be growing and we will hope that there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a cold snap to damage new growth.

Pale yellow Primroses and Primulas in multi-colours will continue to flower in sheltered spots, along with some blue violets. I expect that blue Forget me Not will be starting to come out too and en-masse they make such a cheerful show. No need to sow seed, just let the plants set seed, shake them around and next year you will get a wonderful show. Another perennial that is good for early spring, will grow in dry light shade and has evergreen foliage, is the Epimedium x versicolour Sulphureum. With heart shaped leaves that turn bronze in winter it will bring forth stems with pale yellow flowers in spring. You can cut off the leaves to see the flowers as they form or leave the leaves on and hope the sprays pop up above the leaves. Continuing the yellow theme, the vibrant yellow flowers of Forsythia will be everywhere on the streets. These easy shrubs will form large twiggy plants with yellow flowers clustered on the leafless stems. You can grow as a hedge covered in yellow blooms before the leaves come out. Cut back just after flowering, to keep them within bounds. Another March flowering shrub is the evergreen Mahonia aquifolium Apollo. This is an unassuming low growing evergreen shrub (to 1m) often grown in shade to cover the ground and usually looking a bit tired as it is ignored. However, try feeding it in spring and you should be rewarded with clusters of yellow flowers. The photo is of a swathe of these shrubs grown as ground cover under taller trees and the scent from the flowers was quite superb. Work to do in the garden includes cutting back dead foliage from perennials, trimming the winter flowering heathers to encourage fresh new growth for next year and completing the pruning of roses. If you grow Cornus or Dogwood for the red or yellow stems, cut them back hard every two or three years to about 30cms tall and give them a good feed of general purpose fertilizer such as Growmore. Feed all trees, shrubs especially roses and perennials with Growmore or a specific Rose Fertilizer to give the plants a good start to the year. Weigh out the recommended dose as I find I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t apply enough!

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What’s on in your village MARCH Friday 9th March Huxley Film Night, 7.30pm, at Huxley Village Hall, presents ‘Murder on the Orient Express’. Entrance £5. Information 01829 781294 or 781573 Friday 9th March A Quiz will be held at the War Memorial Hall, Duddon, starting at 8pm. Entry is £2.50 and there will be a bar and raffle. Saturday 17th March Grand Auction and Jumble Sale will be held in aid of NWCR/Clatterbridge Cancer Research Kelsall Branch at Kelsall Community Centre. Doors open 1pm Auction 2pm. Saturday 17th March Little Birdhouse Arts Market at Tarporley Community Centre 10am to 4pm. 25 stalls including ceramics, paintings, jewellery, glassware, felt work and recycled oak. Local artists selling their original work. Coffee and cake available! Free entry and a free art demonstration. Enquiries Liz Taylor on 01829 732062. Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th March Tarporley Amateur Dramatic Society present Don’t Dress for Dinner, a farce by Marc Camoletti, at Tarporley Community Centre. Tickets £8 from Swaffields, on the High Street or by calling 01829 730870 Wednesday 28th March Film Night at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall, 7.30 for an 8pm start: ‘Hidden Figures’ - the story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. All welcome. Thursday 29th March Wine Appreciation evening at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall, 7pm. Contact Gill 07964 588453 for details and to book your place. Friday 30th March - Sunday 15th April Blakemere Village, Sandiway, is the venue for an Easter Bunny Trail, each day from 10am - 4pm. Children aged 3-11 can discover lots of clues hidden by the Easter Bunny and friends. Using your trail map find all the hidden clues, once you have completed the trail, collect a prize at the end for each trail map purchased. Call 01606 883261 86 To advertise call 01244 350398

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What’s on in your village MARCH National Garden Scheme The very popular open garden days at The Hall in Tattenhall are possible due to an ever-supportive organisation: the NGS, National Garden Scheme. On Wednesday 14th March, 7.45pm, at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall, county organiser John Hinde will talk about the latest Cheshire gardens to join this charity which gives everyone the opportunity to access and enjoy private gardens at their leisure – for a day out and for inspiration. Organised by Tattenhall Garden Society, the talk will follow the surprising history of the charity to the present and explain where the money goes to and what it takes to have your garden accepted into the scheme. Non-members welcome! Contact Jen Benefield, Chair, for further details 01829 770692 West Cheshire Rural U3A Come and join us for the next meeting on Thursday 15th March at the Barbour Institute in Tattenhall. Peter Turner will talk about “The Art of Magic”. Refreshments will be available from 2pm. For further information on membership and forthcoming events please contact either Hilary Scarratt 01829 770516 Hilary@Scarratt.com or visit our website u3asites.org.uk/west-cheshire Tarporley U3A The March meeting will be held in the Community Centre, Tarporley, High Street on March 22nd. Speaker Jean Finney “The Origin of Nursery Rhymes”. Doors open at 10am and the speaker starts just after 10.30am, usually ends by noon. Bunbury WI The group meets every second Thursday in the month at 7.30pm in The Pavilion. In March there will be aPainting Demonstration by Gill Adlington. Guests and New members are always welcome so please do join us.

Kelsall WI At the recent meeting members enjoyed a talk by Carol Codd a retired superintendent registrar at Liverpool Registration Service. Our next meeting is on 7th March at 7.30pm when the speaker will be Edward Abrams talking on Chester’s history during the English Civil War. All details are on our website. www.kelsallwi.org.uk. Call 01829 759310 Peckforton and Beeston WI Peter Holloway gave us a fascinating talk on uncovering the life story of his Uncle Flt. Lt. Arthur Weller DFC (known as ‘Sam’), who served in both 80th and 274 RAF squadrons. On 7th March we will have a talk entitled Silk’n’Stuff by Sarah Evans, and we would welcome any visitors to join us at 7.30 in Peckforton Village Hall. Margaret Ellis 261898 Tiverton District Garden Club Tuesday 6th March, 7.30pm, at Tiverton Village Hall, Huxley Lane. Spring is on the way (we hope), so tonight we have Mr Richard Lewis to tell us about “Waking up the garden for the year ahead”. I’m sure this will inspire us all to come out of hibernation and start digging and planting. Entry £2 (members), £3 (visitors), including raffle and refreshments. All are welcome. Tarporley WI In March, Annie Oliver will be sharing style and colour advice from Colour Me Beautiful. Join us on Wednesday 7th, doors open at 7:30 for 7:45pm in the Done Room behind St. Helen’s Church. Bring a friend – your first meeting is free! £1 donation for refreshments. We have new lights so the drive is now well lit to walk down, and the heating in the hall has also been fixed so we should be toasty warm. Visit www.TarporleyWI.org, email TarporleyWI@hotmail.com, phone Sarah on 733813. A warm welcome awaits you!

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TARPORLEY TARPORLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE Bookings/enquiries www.tarporleycc.co.uk Weekly • Army Cadets: Tuesday and Thursday: 6.30-9.30pm: Tel. 01244 390252 • Rhythm Time: Monday: 9 – 11am: Tel: 07789 867589 • Watercolour Painting: 9-11am & 11.15am -1.15pm: Tel: 01829 732129 • Scottish dancing: Wednesday: 7pm – 10pm: Tel: 01270 562454 • Fit 4 Life: Fitness for the mature lady: Fri. 9.15am: Tel: 07779 272353 • A* Sports Classes: Wednesday: 1pm – 7pm: Tel: 07932 182148 • Royal Academy of Dance: (Ballet) Children – Thursday:5.30 – 7.30pm Adult – Friday:11-12 Tel: 07900 303966or • Pilates: Tuesday: 2-3pm: - Tel: 07968 077180 • Zumba: Thursday: 8-9pm & Friday:1–2.30pm: Tel; 07765 711337/01829 740435 Monthly: • Flower Club: 1st Tuesday: 1.30pm Tel: 01829 732104 • The Arts Society Tarporley: 2nd Thursday, 1.20pm membership@tastarporley.uk • Film Night: 3rd Friday: 7.30pm • Tarporley and District U3A - 4th Thursday 10am TARPORLEY BAND The band meets every Thursday 7.30pm to 9.30 pm in the Band Hall just off The Close at the top of Tarporley High Street. New players welcome. www. tarporleyband.org.uk or call 07747 302064. TARPORLEY TENNIS CLUB New members welcome. For further information telephone 01829 732026. TARPORLEY ROTARY CLUB “Helping the Community”. Meet on Tuesdays at Willington Hall, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Enquiries to Mike Lloyd on 07841 794661

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TARPORLEY AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY The Society presents two plays per year in Spring and Autumn at the Community Centre. Performances are Thursday to Saturday starting at 7.45pm. We are always on the look-out for actors/actresses (experienced or not!) and helpers to join our happy group. We are all volunteers but work hard with lots of fun! If you are keen to join, check out our web site www.tarporleyads.co.uk or if you prefer a chat ring Beryl or Tom on 01829 732646. ACTIVITIES IN THE DONE ROOM To book call 01829 733040 Mon - Pre-school - 9am - 3pm - Brownies - 6pm - 7.30pm Tues - Pre-school - 9am - 3pm - Guides - 7pm - 8.45pm Wed - Pre-school - 9am - 3pm - Rainbows - 4.15 - 5.15pm - WI - 7.30 - 9.30pm (1st of month) Thurs - Pre-school - 9am - 3pm - Brownies 6pm - 7.30pm - Guides 7.30 - 9pm Fri - Pre-school - 9am - 3pm Sat - Ballet,Tap & Modern 9am - 1pm Sun - Sunday Seekers 10am -11am (3rd of month) - Messy Church 4pm - 6pm (2nd of month) (For details on Tarporley Done Room Pre-school call 01829 730233) TARPORLEY MILLPOOL PROBUS CLUB (01829 733821) Club of retired Professional Businessmen. Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month. TARPORLEY LIBRARY (01829 731794) Tarporley Community Library, High school, Eaton Road Monday 1.30-7.00pm; Thursday 1.30-7pm Under 5s Story Time, Mondays 1.30pm term time only. Books, Talking Books, DVDs, Computers with Internet Access.

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TARPORLEY THE CHAPEL (TARPORLEY BAPTIST AND METHODIST CHURCH), HIGH STREET

DAY CARE: TARPORLEY OPAL (OLDER PEOPLE ACTIVE LIVES)

Sunday Service 10.45am Mums and Tots 10am-11.30am Every Tuesday Youth Club 7pm-9pm Every Wednesday Saturday coffee 10am -11.30am Lots of other events Come and see our newly refurbished Chapel. Call Pastor Nic Willis on 01829 730606.

Fridays 10am-3pm at Tiverton Hockey Club A social club for older people who can’t get out and about on their own. Lunch, transport and a range of activities and entertainment provided by volunteers. Interested in becoming a member or volunteer, please ring Carol on 07851 253 587 or Parish Cllr Gill Clough on 01829 733545.

THE PARISH OF ST HELEN’S, TARPORLEY

DAY CARE:

Weekly 9am every Sunday at St Thomas’ Eaton 10am every Sunday at St Helen’s Tarporley 10am Wednesday at St Helen’s Tarporley Monthly 11.15am on the first Sunday monthly at St John’s Cotebrook 6.30pm Evensong on the first Sunday monthly at St Helen’s Tarporley 4 - 6pm Messy Church on the second Sunday monthly in the Done Room (behind St Helen’s Tarporley) - a time for crafts, games, stories and food for young families.

TARPORLEY WAR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Tues, Weds and Thurs 10am till 3pm You can make new friends and join in with social activities and lots more. We charge £20 per day this includes:• Morning Coffee/Tea & Biscuits • 2 course Cooked Lunch • Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Biscuits Interested? Please call on 01829 734052 and ask for Lesley, or Jean.

SPORT AT TARPORLEY HIGH SCHOOL Tarporley Badminton Club Tuesdays 7.30-9.30pm in the main hall in term time. Contact Howard on 07887 626 320 Tarporley Ladies Netball @ Tarporley HighSchool, Thursdays 8.15pm-9.15pm £3 all over 16s welcome. Tel: Lisa 07894 707055 or facebook “Tarporley Netball’

UTKINTON Events at Utkinton Village Hall Classes and Groups – 2016 Monday: 09:15 – 10:15; Toning with Sarah White (07713 007102) 119:00 – 20:00; Yoga with Leena (01829 733426) Tuesday: 09:15 – 10:15; Fitness with Sarah White (07713 007102) 10:45 – 11:45; Pilates with Ruth (01829 262699) 19:30 – 21:30; Parish Council Meetings – every other month (go tohttps://utkintonandcotebrook.com/theparish-council/parish-council-agenda/ for schedule)

Wednesday: 09:30 – 10:30; Pilates with Ruth (01829 262699) 19:00; WI Meetings held every second Wednesday in each month Thursday: 09:30 – 10:30; Pilates with Vicki (01829 751661) Friday: 09:30 – 11:00; Toddler Group with Suzanne (01820 760296) 20:00 – 22:00; Line Dancing Saturday: 10:30 – 11:30; NIA Dance with Tom (07931 455481)

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TATTENHALL TATTENHALL LIBRARY (01625 378158)

BARBOUR INSTITUTE

Adjacent to Tattenhall Park Primary School, Chester Road, Tattenhall, Cheshire, CH3 9AH. We have a wide range of books, DVD’s for hire, a large children’s section and if we haven’t got what you’re looking for we’ll order it for you. Email: libraries@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk. Tel 01625 378158

High St, Tattenhall. All enquires/ bookings 01829 771649 or email barbourinstitute@btconnect.com

TATTENHALL CRICKET CLUB Contact Mel Dobson on 07799 476 108 We cater for players of all standards and ages and run five junior teams starting at U9s and 4 competitve senior teams . Our facilities are one of the best in the county which are now used by the full senior Cheshire team For further information and details on winter nets please call Alex Sandland (07974 265064) or Robin Mulvihill (07590 918106). You can also visit our website at www.tattenhallcricketclub.co.uk TATTENHALL TENNIS CLUB Club mornings Tuesday 10am. Club evenings Tuesday 6.30pm onwards. We hold regular in club tournaments and enjoy summer league matches for more competitive tennis. For tennis club info contact Jane Roberts 01829 782028 jr@snjr.uk or see web www.sporttattenhall. co.uk/tennis - Coaching available with Ace Tennis Academy contact Berin 07775 523250 or acetennisacademy@aol.com RUNNING CLASSES Total Beginners & Intermediates Classes available. Train for your local Charity race or simply enjoy running in the lanes and fields around Tattenhall. Contact: Dave 0790 187 1116 YOGA BIRTH CLASSES Antenatal active birth classes in Tattenhall. Call Helen Langley on 01829 261414 for more details. TATTENHALL RAINBOWS Come and try something new, learn new skills, make new friends and have lots of fun! A warm welcome guaranteed for everyone!! Suitable for girls aged 5-7. Tattenhall Recreation club on Thursdays. 5:15pm to 6:15pm. Contact Louise Gibson or Julia Carter-Jones for further details/to be placed on waiting list. Phone 01829771001 or email lgwynn@btopenworld.com.

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Monday 9.30-10.30am Zumba Gold 2-4pm U3A Drawing (fortnightly) 7.30-9pm Yoga – Iyengar Tuesday 10am-12noon Coffee Morning – all welcome 3.30-5pm U3A Digital Photography 4-5pm Hip Hop Street Dance 6.30-7.30pm Karate 8-9.30pm Tattenhall Singers Wednesday 10-11am Adult Ballet 12noon-3pm CLiC Computer Club 4-6pmHip Hop Street Dance 7-7.45pm Zumba 7.30-9.30pm Tattenhall Gardening Society (2nd Weds) 7.30-9.30pm W.I. (3rd Weds) 8pm (doors 19.30) Film Night (Last weds: Sept to April) Thursday 9.15-10.30am Yoga 10.30am-12noon Baby Massage 2-4pm TOFs – Tattenhall Over Fifties (1st Thurs) 2-3.30pm U3A Main monthly meeting (3rd Thurs) 6.30-8.30pm 1st Tattenhall Guides Friday 9.30-11am Tattenhall Village Market 10am-3pm Beading Group (monthly) 10.30am-12.30pm Italian 12.30-1.15pm Zumba Gold 2-3pm Toddler Ballet 3.30-5.30pm Children’s Ballet 6.30-7.30pm Adult Street Dance 7-10pm Bridge Saturday 10am-12noon Craft Club (monthly) www.barbourinstitute.co.uk TATTENHALL AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY Join a warm & friendly group - to meet new people, have fun, help with production - or tread the boards! Contact 01829 771353 or 770482 New members welcome.

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TARVIN & HUXLEY TARVIN COMMUNITY CENTRE (01829 740868)

TARVIN PRE-SCHOOL & DAY NURSERY

Toddler Group 10.00-11.30am Fridays Yoga 1pm Mondays Tarvin Library 12.00-19.00 Tuesdays 13.30-17.00 Thursdays Ballet 15.30-18.00 Tuesdays ‘Body Pump and Tone’ 19.00-20.00 Tuesdays Termtime only. 01829 752701 Silver Threads 14.00 2nd+4th Wednesdays of month Flower Club 19.30, 2nd Wednesday of month W.I. 19.30. last Wednesday of month Bingo 19.30 Thursdays Kung Fu 18.30-20.30 Thursdays Civic Trust Regular meetings/events Sewing Bee 2nd Tuesday of the month 7.45pm-9.45pm

Vibrant and stimulating environment for children from two years old. Activities such as Forest Schools, French, Welsh and Makaton. Open from 7.45am to 6pm. Incorporating “Rainbows Holiday Club” for children from 2-11 years old. Tel Lyn on 01829 741011 or e-mail at tarvin.preschool@btconnect.com

HARGRAVE & HUXLEY HISTORICAL GROUP We meet on the second Monday of the month at various venues in the villages, at 7.30pm. Contact susan@smudge-home.co.uk TARVIN TENNIS CLUB (01829 741314) Tarvin Tennis Club is 50 years old in 2017 and enjoys a reputation as a friendly yet competitive club. We welcome visitors and new members of all standards and offer a range of club activities. We cater for all abilities and families are particularly welcome. Most significantly, through our club coach we are expanding our junior coaching programme and hold an annual Junior Tournament. For senior players there are regular club sessions and tournaments in addition to the five teams we field in both winter and summer area leagues. For the less competitive there are various groups which play during the week throughout the year, enjoying our four artificial grass courts which are regarded as some of the best playing facilities in the area. For more details visit www.tarvintennisclub.co.uk or ring Rob on 01829 741314, Felicity on 01829 741136 or Keith on 01829 740178. .TARVIN GARDENING SOCIETY We We meet on the fourth Tuesday of March and then on the third Tuesday of each subsequent month (April to October) at 8pm in Tarvin Community Centre.

SUNSHINE DAY NURSERY & PRE SCHOOL Providing a happy, homely and stimulating environment for ages 0-10. Free child places for 3-4 year-olds. Also after school club and holiday club Monday to Friday 8am-6pm. Call Lisa Ashley on 01829 740066. www.sunshineprivatedaynursery.co.uk JACAPPELLA Children’s music class every Tuesday 10:30am at St Andrews Church in Tarvin! Ages 0-6. All welcome, mums, dads, grandparents &amp; carers. Half an hour of songs, puppets & amp; music instruments. Great Fun! TARVIN METHODIST CHURCH SPLASH pre-school group Weekly on Wednesday mornings at 10.15 until 11.45am. Meet Barney bear and make some friends along with welcome cuppa for you and a snack for your little one. We have fun with free play, crafts, singing and storytime and the first visit is free, Drop in to Tarvin Methodist Church any Wednesday in term time. Messy Church: Every 3rd Wednesday at 5-7pm you can have a Christian faith adventure at Tarvin Methodist Church. We explore a theme with crafts , challenges and a bit of mess before our meal for everyone around 6pm. Children must bring a responsible adult to join in the activities. Drop in or contact Penny Hassall for details 07712 210703 Sunday Xtra: Every first Sunday we have Xtra 9.30 - 10.15 am at Tarvin Methodist Church - a relaxed, family friendly worship service for all ages. Meetup for a free breakfast at 9am and then drama, visuals and activities for the kids. Church for the future generations in a modern style. And why not stay around for a Bacon Butty afterwards. Phone: 01829740959. TARVIN SCOUT AND GUIDE HUT Wednesday 7:30pm Metafit Friday 6:30am Metafit Friday 9:15am Sculpt and Tone (booking essential) Call Angharad Hayes on 07774011063 or e-mail halemberfit@gmail.com

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KELSALL KELSALL TENNIS CLUB Kelsall has three tennis courts located behind the Community Centre. The club has a ladies team playing in both winter and summer leagues, a men’s team playing in a winter league and a mixed team playing during the summer. There is children’s coaching scheme ranging from Reception to sixth formers. Coaching courses during the summer holidays and half terms. Children compete in two summer leagues. Junior Club Night on a Friday and Senior Club Night on Tuesday from 6.30pm. Club afternoon is Saturday from 2pm. New members welcome. Visit www.kelsalltennisclub.net KELSALL WI Kelsall WI meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the Methodist Schoolroom, Chapel Green, Kelsall. For details of the programme, please contact the secretary on 01829 751332 or our website www. kelsallwi.org.uk KELSALL BRIDGE CLUB Meets every Tuesday and Thursday at the Community Centre, 7 –10 pm. Social bridge on Tuesdays, duplicate on Thursdays. Contact Nick Mayfield on 01829 752105. KELSALL PRE-SCHOOL & KLUB Kelsall Pre-school & Klub is situated in the grounds of Kelsall School. We provide a happy, caring and fun environment where children learn and develop through their play. Open term time Monday to Friday from 8am – 6pm for children aged 2 to 12. Pop in and see us or call 01829 759268 or email kelsall. preschool@uwclub.net

KELSALL BADMINTON CLUB We meet on Tuesdays 8-9:30pm in Kelsall Community Centre from September to April. New players always welcome. For more details contact Sharon 01829 759362. CONNECTIVE LEARNING DYSLEXIA CENTRE Enjoyable computerised learning programme for anyone who struggles with reading and spelling. Friendly Kelsall Centre. Open 4-7pm every weekday. Visit www.connectivelearning.co.uk or ring 01829 752994 BARNEY’S BUDDIES Thursdays, from 10am in the Methodist Church school room, an informal drop-in for mums, babies and pre-school children - dads, grans and carers are all welcome.Contact Beth Ferringo on 01244 300638. MESSY CHURCH Kelsall Methodist Church on the 1st Monday of the month, from 4-6pm. Children can have fun exploring a range of crafts, followed by a meal and singing. Contact Beth Ferringo on 01244 300638. GO ON LINE The Farmers Arms, Chester Road. The service runs on alternate Tuesdays, and the sessions run from 10am to 12noon. Contact Jean 07563 156 220. KELSALL GARDENING CLUB Meets the second Tuesday of each month in the Methodist Church Rooms, Chapel Green at 7.45pm. Non members welcome. Contact David Shakspeare 01829 751637

TIVERTON TIVERTON VILLAGE HALL (Booking : Janice Farrall - 01829 732855) Weekly Duplicate Bridge: Call Barbara Davies 01829 720368 Mondays - 6.30pm till 10pm Wednesdays - 1.30pm till 5pm Monthly Drop In Coffee Morning: Last Thursday of month 10.30am - 12pm (Call Madge Marshall 01829 732217)

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TIVERTON DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at Tiverton Village Hall (just off the A49) at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome at our lively and friendly meetings, and to the visits in the summer season. Entrance fee is £2 (members) £3 (visitors) and includes a raffle and refreshments. All enquiries to 733465 (Joyce Harbottle, Secretary), or why not become a member - annual membership is only £7 each, with lots of advantages.

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BUNBURY, PECKFORTON, BEESTON & TILSTONE FEARNALL PAVILLION

EARLY BIRDS PRE-SCHOOL

Mondays

Contact: Hilary Armstrong 260410 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am start with the option of finishing at either 12 noon or 1 pm or 3pm Friday 9am start with the option of 12 noon or 1pm finish at Bunbury Village Hall.

Fitness Pilates 9.15 -10.15am; Fit as a fiddle (exercise class for the over 50’s) 10.30 - 11.30am Contact ruth@ pwmltd.com or 01829262699 Indoor Bowling - 1.30pm Rainbows - 4.30pm - 5.30pm Brownies: (1st Bunbury Pack) 6pm - 7.15pm Tuesdays Aerotone 7.15-8.15pm. A mix of aerobics & body conditioning) 01829262699. Baby Massage classes 10-11am. Contact: Amy 07868 563258 to book place/more information Wednesdays (2nd Bunbury Brownies - 5.45pm - 7pm Thursdays Keep Fit - 9.15am - 10.15am Pilates: - 7.30-8.30pm BUNBURY AND TIVERTON METHODIST CHAPELS Sunday - 10.45am at Bunbury except the 1st Sunday at the month 10.45am at Tiverton & 5th Sunday at St. Boniface, Bunbury at 10am. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Peckforton & Beeston W.I. - 1st Wednesday Peckforton Village Room - 7.30pm Bunbury WI. 2nd Thursday - Pavilion - 7.30pm

BUNBURY SINGERS Mondays in term time – 7.30-9.15pm Choir Practice at Bunbury Primary School BUNBURY VILLAGE HALL Monday: Pilates start @ 7.15pm Wednesday: Toddler Group 9.30am to 11.30am Hanlon School of Dance 4.30pm Thursday: Keep fit class @ 9am Painting class @ 12.30pm Hanlon School of Dance @ 4.30pm Men’s badminton @ 8pm Friday: BUDO @ 5pm The Bunbury gardening club meet on the third Tuesday of every month @ 8pm BUNBURY FOOTBALL CLUB Saturday morning (during school term) from 9.30-11am at Bunbury Playing Fields, 5-11-year-olds. Visit www.bunburyfootball.co.uk, write to Info@ BunburyFootball.co.uk or call 07901 954862. ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Meet Every 2nd Monday at The Nags Head Bunbury, 8pm

DUDDON, CLOTTON & HOOFIELD DUDDON, CLOTTON & HOOFIELD WAR MEMORIAL HALL For booking please call 01829 781273.

Seniors Keep fit Thursdays at 1.30pm

Bowling Wednesdays (except summertime) at 2.30pm

Women’s Institute 1st Thursday of the month at 7.30pm

Pilates Wednesdays at 9.30am; Thursdays 12.15pm

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EATON Activities at the Jessie Hughes Village Hall For information regarding the village hall please contact Hilary Healey on 01829 730427, email jessiehughesvillagehall@yahoo.co.uk Monday 10-11am and 1 - 2pm Pilates, contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Monday 4.00 - 6.00pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 Monday 6.30 - 9.00pm Tae Kwon Do contact Paul Evans 07857 303959 Tuesday 9.30 - 10.30am Fitness Pilates. Contact ruth@pwmltd.com or 01829262699 10.30am - 12.30pm Yoga, contact Brenda McCooey 07876 497664 Tuesday 4-7pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 2nd Tuesday monthly 7.30-9.00pm WI contact Diane Ardenne 01829 733639 4th Tuesday monthly 7.30 - 9.00pm Gardening Club Contact Derek Peel on 01829 732904 Wednesday 12.00 - 2.30pm Pilates. Contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Wednesday 6.30 - 9.00pm Tae Kwon Do contact Paul Evans 07857 303959 Thursday 7.00 - 10.00pm Bridge. Martin Evans 01606 – 883660 and Margaret McDermott 01829 – 732361

3rd Thursday monthly 10.30am - 12 noon, Tea ‘n’ Chat drop-in social morning Friday 9.15am - 12 noon Pilates contact Lynette Lanni 07766 762240 Saturday 9.00am - 2.00pm Ballet contact Nicolle Higgins 07900 303966 Sunday 5.45 - 6.30pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing, (Children Beginners) Sunday 6.45 - 7.30pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing (Adult Beginners) Dancebasics on Sunday 7.30 - 8.15pm Ballroom/Latin Dancing (Adult Improvers) 07941 725980 1st Thursday monthly 7.30 - 9.00pm Reading Group, contact Tina Peel on 01829 732904 for details of books and venues. Eaton Rambling Club Serving local villages. Why not keep fit & join the expanding the club, which arranges walks of about seven miles max length, on alternate Saturdays & Sundays, once a month. We arrange monthly evening walks of about three miles in summer, & often arrange trips & social functions. Walks always finish at a convenient hostelry. Membership is £6 a year, & is open to anyone. Walks start from The Jessie Hughes Village Hall at 10.15am, just turn up & give it a try. Call Gill Ellison on 01829 782693

COTEBROOK COTEBROOK VILLAGE HALL Cotebrook Pre-School 8.45am – 3.15pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Contact: Tracy Chorlton on 01829 760551 or Samantha Edge on 01829 760984 Infinity Dance and Theatre School Wednesday 4pm to 6pm Thursday 4pm to 7pm Contact: Amy van Heerden on 07562325736

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Radio Club Wednesday 7.30pm Contact: Peter Fox on 07919315547 Orchestra Thursday 8.00pm Contact: Sarah Cooper on 01829 760654 For hall enquiries please contact: Judith Walters on 01829760513/07711243521 or email: judithmjones@hotmail.com

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Carpets / Flooring Kingsley Carpets................................................ p72 Little Carpet Shop..............................................p67 Lee Rodgers Flooring & Carpets.....................p26

Garden Andy’s Lawn and Garden Care........................p82 Ashton Hayes.....................................................p83 Chester Small Plant.......................................... p46 Dee Fencing........................................................p75 DKC Contracts........................................................p11 Just Fencing.......................................................... p16 Mole Control........................................................ p81 Ringwood Fencing ........................................... p69 Sudden Strike Mole Control.............................p47 Tarporley Lawns............................................... p54 Tiim Does Gardens.......................................... p43

Chimney Sweep Wilkins.................................................................. p81

Gutters Gutter Pro............................................................p53

Chiropractor BodyRight Chiropractic.................................... p42

Hairdressing Tarporley Hair Boutique (THB) ........................ p18

Cleaning / Domestic Service Carpet & Oven Cleaning...................................p85 Kelsall Window Cleaning..................................p83 Molly Mop...........................................................p83 Zero Dry Time Carpet Cleaning.......................p79

Handyman Services Chris Crawford...................................................p82 Total Home Solutions........................................ p16

Care Agencies Bunbury Care........................................................ p8

Computers / IT Flummoxed.......................................................... p3 Curtains & Blinds Curtains of Frodsham.......................................p73 Decorator SES........................................................................ p81 Wayne Stockton.................................................. p81 Jason Wild............................................................ p81 Driveways Build Pave and Scape.......................................p83 G4 Groundworks................................................ p81 Resin Drives...................................................... back Tarporley Driveways.........................................p85 TP Construction.................................................p74

Health & Beauty Angela Bartlett (Sensoria).............................. p45 Rowton Hall......................................................... p21 Hearing Nantwich Hearing Centre..................................p41 Holidays Benson’s Coach Hplidays............................p70-71 Kitchens Cheshire Dream Doors.....................................p28 Trend Transformations...................................... p17 Maranatha Kitchens & Bathrooms................ p27 Matt Finish.............................................................p11 Mayfair Kitchen Studio.....................................p23

Logs The Shed Man....................................................p28 Motoring David Edge Auto Electrical................................ p16 JPW Body Repairs............................................... p16 Saunders Service...............................................p79 Oven Cleaning Carpet and Oven Cleaning...............................p85 Pest Control Total Home Solutions......................................p40 Mole Control........................................................ p81 Pet care Tarporley Dog Groomer...................................p28 Tarvin Petcare...................................................... p31 Physiotherapy Houbrook Physiotherapy.................................p29 Piano / Keyboard Lessons Zoe Griffiths........................................................p52 Piano Tuning Andrew P Dean Piano Tuning.........................p82 Pickerings............................................................p47 Plastering Tarporley Plastering......................................... p84 Tattenhall Plastering.........................................p83 Plumbing H Challenor & Son Plumbing............................ p81 Chester Plumber................................................p75 Coppercroft.........................................................p52 Philip Driver.......................................................... p81 PK Plumbing.......................................................p83 SW Heating & Plumbing...................................p83 Woodhouse........................................................p79 Podiatry/Chiropody Colin Burgess........................................................ p3 Removals Cheshire Clearance & Removals.....................p14 Roofing JNF Roofing.........................................................p20 Taxi/Private hire Apollo Private Hire............................................... p5 Billinge Travel ....................................................... p3 Kelsall Cars......................................................... p42 Tarvin Cars......................................................... p42 Travel Clive Benson Coach Holidays.....................p70-71 Vets Birch Heath.........................................................p29 Window Cleaning Kelsall Window Cleaning................................... p81 Windows / Conservatories Cheshire Joinery................................................... p2 Cloudy2Clear....................................................... p19 Kelsall Windows................................................p40 Pinnacle Glass................................................... p68 Sovereign Windows .........................................p22 Style Windows..................................................... p3

Legal Cullimore Dutton............................................... p77 Hibberts.............................................................. p49 Russell & Russell................................................p57

Education Abbey Gate College...........................................p55 Duddon St Peter’s.............................................p52 Queen’s School.................................................... p9

Lettings Emma Creasey Lettings.................................. p69

Electrical Hawk Electrical...................................................p82

Lofts More Than Loft Ladders..................................p63

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Tarporley Talk March 2018

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