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April 2017

Children in London on day of terrorist attack

By Olivia Taylor

THREE local school children were caught up in the recent London terrorist attack.

Two of the Holmfirth High School students were doing work experience with Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney, while the other one was on placement with the Metropolitan Police.

Jason said: “There are thousands of visitors to Westminster every day, we are thankful for the quick reactions of the emergency services and security services. It was a long and hard day for everybody.”

52-year-old Khalid Masood ploughed into pedestrians over Westminster bridge near the Houses of Parliament, before going

on to stab PC Keith Palmer on Wednesday March 22 at 2.40pm. The attack saw 50 people injured and four people killed, including police officer PC Keith Palmer.

Jason paid tribute to the officer on twitter, saying: “Devastated to hear that one of police officers who keep us safe here in Parliament has died as a result of today’s appalling attack.

“Thinking of the family of PC Keith Palmer as I go into Parliament this morning. His colleagues are back on duty protecting us all, thank you.”

The Holmfirth High students on work experience with Jason were kept in a safe area with his Westminster assistant.

Headteacher Craig Jansen,

said: “All students are safe and back with their families. Holmfirth High School community send our sincere condolences to all those affected by this terrorist attack.

“Community cohesion and our shared values, including tolerance and understanding for one another, are so important during these difficult times.”

Jason has always done his bit to give young people interested in politics the opportunity to gain valuable experience working along side him, taking in students from both school and university.

One former work experience student gained employment in Jason’s surgery after completing

work experience there.

Jason added: “On a general term I’ve always welcomed work experience students.

I take local students from the age of 14 upwards, I think it’s best for students who are interested in work experience to go with their local MP.” Holmfirth High also believe it’s important to prepare children for the world of work, giving them all the opportunity to take part in work experience when they’re in year 10.

Craig said: “Holmfirth High has a strong commitment to providing all our Year 10 students with high quality work experience placements. In the last two weeks all Year 10 have been out on placement.”

Cycling hero Ed Clancy has collected his OBE from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace. Yorkshire’s most successful ever Olympian – who hails from Holmbridge – will no doubt be looking forward to this month’s Tour de Yorkshire, which passes through the Valley on April 30. We’ve got a full roundup of plans for the race inside.

Full story on page 5

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Website predicts Valley’s schools face how your school £2.5m budget cuts may be affected

By Danny Richardson SCHOOLS across the Holme Valley could lose over £2.5m from their budgets by 2019 if predicted cuts are made by the Government.

That is the claim made by a new website set up by education bodies including the National Union of Teachers (NUT), which also shows the jobs of 72 teachers in the Valley could be at risk.

It follows a new report by the Education Policy Institute, that says that schools are facing a major funding crisis – with secondary schools across the country in line to lose funding equivalent to six teachers’ salaries.

The report says the average secondary school will lose almost £300,000 each, while primary schools could lose out on more than £70,000.

But website SchoolCuts. org.uk – set up by the NUT, the National Association of Headteachers (NAHT) and education union ATL – suggests the cost could be even higher.

The site shows that cuts would have a devastating impact on schools in the Holme Valley.

For example, Holmfirth High School could lose a staggering £713,101 from its budget by 2019 – or £541 per pupil.

Its budget loss would

pay the salary of 18 teachers.

The cuts would spell bad news for the Valley’s primary schools, too.

Holme Valley Primary could lose £165,859 from its budget, while Holmfirth Junior and Infant School could be hit by a £101,105 loss.

The predicted total loss across 18 schools in the Holme Valley is £2,687,826, the equivalent the salary of 72 teachers.

In a statement, the Holmfirth family of schools, which represents nine schools across the Valley – including Holmfirth High – said: “The Holmfirth family of schools are deeply concerned about the current level of funding within all schools nationally and with the proposed changes to the funding of education from next year.

“There has been no real term increase in funding for schools over the last three years. All schools have faced cost increases associated with salaries, national insurance and pension contributions, curriculum resources and professional services.

“None of these cost increases have been funded by Government.

This translates into real term cuts to school budgets of up to 10 per cent.

“The significant

Your say on the proposed cuts THE Review went out into Holmfirth to gather opinion on the potential cuts.

Here’s what you had to say: Sarah Robertson: “We came here because we thought it would be a nice place to raise our children, now I feel like we would’ve been better off somewhere else. I know a lot of people are in the same boat, but it seems like Kirklees is going to be hit really hard.”

David Symons: “This is our children that we’re talking about. Education has come such a long way, but now it feels like we’re going backwards.”

Joann Naylor: “It doesn’t really affect me or my children but it’s not a great thought knowing that it’s kids from our town are going to be affected.”

Ian Porter: “I think the Government have got to look at themselves. It’s not just schools, it’s everything nowadays isn’t it? It’s not good news for the next generation.”

Rachel Hird: “It’s awful. How can they justify these cuts? It’s a real shame for our children and their future.”

Pauline Hackleton: “I didn’t know about this until this morning and it’s shocking if the figures being banded about are to be believed. How terrible for the next generation.”

Emily Hemsworth: “It’s disgusting and the people in charge need to have a good, hard look at how they can turn this around.”

contraction of services traditionally provided

by Kirklees, for example Youth and Social Services, is leaving schools to pick up an ever-increasing responsibility for the health and wellbeing of students and their families with no additional funding.

“The challenging budgetary position of schools is set to worsen further. The proposed national funding formula will see real reductions to the actual income received by all schools and academies within Kirklees.”

However, despite accepting potential cuts are an issue, the group has hit back at claims that the reduced budgets will mean the jobs of teachers are at risk.

Nevertheless, it has urged parents to write to Jason McCartney MP about concerns over

education funding.

The group added: “Organisations have sought political gain by fuelling community concerns regarding school funding.

“The reporting within social media of the actual and/or potential reductions in the number of teachers and support workers within schools, because of budgetary pressures, is inaccurate and misleading.

“It is without doubt that there is an education funding crisis.

“However, strong leadership and governance within our Holmfirth family of schools, together with the support of our community, will ensure that we remain committed to maintaining high standards and opportunities for all our students.

“Jason McCartney has commented to school leaders that he is proud to be part of a listening government.

“We hope the Government does listen to educational professionals and ensure all schools receive a much-needed real increase in their funding next year and not the cuts proposed.

“We encourage members of the Holmfirth Community to write to Mr McCartney to express their views about educational funding locally and nationally.”

THE Review has looked at 18 schools across the Holme Valley and how their budgets would be impacted by 2019, using figures provided by Schoolcuts.org.uk.

The site says it has calculated its figures using the 2015/16 school funding allocations as a baseline, before taking into account per pupil totals, proposed cuts to the Education Services Grant and a plan to introduce a National Funding Formula.

Figures for 2019/20 were then calculated using Department for Education data.

Using the above information, the figures below show the estimated reduction in a school’s annual budget by 2019 in real terms, along with how much this amounts to per pupil and how many teachers’ salaries the lost money could pay.

Q Holmfirth High School £713,101 loss in budget by 2019 – £541 per pupil.

The salary of 18 teachers.

Q Honley High School £615,178 loss in budget by 2019 – £499 per pupil.

The salary of 16 teachers.

Q Holme Valley Primary School £165,859 loss in budget by 2019 – £444 per pupil.

The salary of five teachers.

Q Holmfirth Junior and Infant School £101,105 loss in budget by 2019 – £475 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Honley CoE Junior School £98,374 loss in budget by 2019 – £379 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Honley CoE Infant School £71,767 loss in budget by 2019 – £440 per pupil.

The salary of two teachers.

Q Meltham CoE Primary School

£108,915 loss in budget by 2019 – £286 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Meltham Moor Primary School £100,037 loss in budget by 2019 – £493 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Hinchcliffe Mill Junior and Infant School £37,012 loss in budget by 2019 – £330 per pupil.

The salary of one teacher.

Q Hade Edge Junior and Infant School £55,606 loss in budget by 2019 – £662 per pupil.

The salary of one teacher.

Q Hepworth Junior and Infant School £48,450 loss in budget by 2019 – £479 per pupil.

The salary of one teacher.

Q Scholes Junior and Infant School £92,171 loss in budget by 2019 – £429 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Upperthong Junior and Infant School £82,424 loss in budget by 2019 – £392 per pupil.

The salary of two teachers.

Q Netherthong Primary School £91,741 loss in budget by 2019 – £417 per pupil.

The salary of two teachers.

Q Brockholes CoE Junior and Infant School £95,731 loss in budget by 2019 – £481 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

Q Farnley Tyas CoE School £52,961 loss in budget by 2019 – £963 per pupil.

The salary of one teacher.

Q Kirkroyds Infant School £65,873 loss in budget by 2019 – £442 per pupil.

The salary of two teachers.

Q Wooldale Junior School £91,521 loss in budget by 2019 – £414 per pupil.

The salary of three teachers.

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Community benefits from generosity of Lions Group

By Olivia Taylor

An evening of poetry will take place at Holmfirth Library on April 10. The free event – ‘A Celebration of Words’ – will bring together members of Holmfirth Writers’ Group and volunteers from the Friends of Holmfirth Library and Tourist Information Centre.

Organiser Mary Walker said: “We really wanted to do something to support the library as it has been our home for over 10 years. Some of our writers have gone on to publish their work and be really successful so this seems like a great way of giving something back.” The event starts at 7.30pm.

Band keeps legacy alive with donations FORMER Hinchliffe Mill band members are doing their bit to keep the band’s legacy alive.

The Hinchliffe Mill Brass Band Musical Charity provide musicians and bands in the HD9 area with the funds to better their musical ability.

Trust secretary, John Green, 58, of Holme, said: “We’ve given money to the Holme Valley Brass Band contest, because

we want to keep what name of the Hinchliffe mill brass band alive.”

Since forming the trust in 2006 the charity have helped organisations like Hade Edge Band, Hepworth Band, Holme Valley Flutes and Holmfirth Film Festival.

The charity’s objective is to offer funds for the advancement of education of the public through the promotion of music – in particular

brass instruments.

Ex cornet player John commented: “That’s what it’s about trying to keep music going in the Holme Valley.

“I’ve been involved in brass since I was young and that’s why we do it, to promote music.”

Applications for grants should be made in writing to Mr John Green, Holmside Farm, Holme, Holmfirth, HD9 2RX by April 21.

HOLMFIRTH and Meltham Lions Club are doing their bit to provide community groups with funds to improve their services.

The volunteers from the organisation have ensured that the money they raised in a ‘Santa’s Sleigh’ fund raising effort last year was spread equally across town.

Lion, Louise Makin, said: “It’s been great to meet everyone else in the community, it’s so nice to contribute and actually help out. That’s what we’re about at the lions, helping out locally.”

The Lions have donated over £6000 to local causes, from local sports teams and walking groups, to local pre schools and primary schools.

Louise added: “We’ve had loads of hand written letters from the children at Hade Edge Primary School, and they’re so lovely. All the boys want to spend the money on balls and the girls want to

“It’s been great to meet everyone else in the community, it’s so nice to contribute and actually help out.”

Holmfirth and Meltham Lions present Honley Business Association with a cheque for £350.

Photo credit: Sandie Nicholson make everything look pretty.” groups.

“What’s really lovely is Honley’s ongoing battle for actually speaking to the CCTV also benefited from a people who we’ve given donation of £350. the money to, when we Adele Oxley, chairman of give them the message the HBA, added: “This really that they’ve got the money, goes to show how local they’re all absolutely over people and organisations the moon.” can work together with the The decision to donate common aim of improving to these causes came the area we live and work in. after a meeting took place “We cannot thank the at Brambles bar in the Lions enough for their beginning of February. support in helping us Louise added: “It’s been to make Honley a safer great to meet everyone else environment for everyone to in the community, it’s so nice enjoy.” to contribute and actually In total Holmfirth and help out.

Meltham Lions Club has “That’s what we’re about donated amounts ranging at the lions, helping out from £250 to £500 to 11 local locally.” community projects and

PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

Parish Council complete asset transfer of Holmfirth Civic Hall HOLME Valley Parish Council is pleased to announce that it has now completed the asset transfer of Holmfirth Civic Hall.

This is after a considerable amount of work and commitment by a group of parish councillors, who saw the benefits this approach would have for the Holme Valley and its residents.

The Parish Council has been instrumental in helping to set up a community trust who will take over the day-to-day running and management of the Civic Hall.

Cllr Donna Bellamy, Chairman of the Parish Council’s Community Asset Safeguarding Committee, said: “We look forward to working closely with the Holmfirth Civic Hall Community Trust to make the Civic Hall become a successful community hub, run by the community, for the community and keeping this local asset a vibrant place within the Valley.”

All the events that

Cllrs Tom Dixon and Kathleen Bellamy, together with the Clerk, Sally Barber, are seen signing the asset transfer legal document. Cllr Tom Dixon was Chairman of the Parish Council (2011-12) at the time when Kirklees Council first planted the seed for the Parish Council to take over the Civic Hall. already take place within to move its office and the Civic Hall i.e. Art meetings to the Civic Week, Model Railway Hall within the next three Exhibition, fitness and months. exercise classes, brass Cllr Bellamy added: band contests and choral “The Holmfirth Civic Hall society concerts etc. will Community Trust is now a continue to have a home registered charity and will and carry on as normal at be looking after the Civic the Civic Hall, but there Hall and taking on the dayis also a willingness to to-day running of it. hold more varied events “This is a great and activities there in the opportunity for the future. As anchor tenants, community to be involved in keeping an iconic asset the Parish Council plans

and building open to the community and making it into a sustainable hub for all to use.

“The new Community Trust is planning to raise funds to carry out a programme of repairs, maintenance and refurbishments over the coming months and years; these works will transform this historic venue into a community and cultural hub for the whole of the Holme Valley, ensuring its survival for generations to come. It’s going to take a lot of work and volunteers will be required throughout the process.

In the meantime, the Parish Council would like to thank all involved with the process of securing the Civic Hall so it remains a community hub and community asset.”

The asset transfer was completed on March 31 and the Chairman and Councillors from the Parish Council have now met with representatives of the new Community Trust to formally hand over the keys.

From left to right, are Stuart Roberts, Andrew Bray, Judith Patrick (Chairman of new Trust), Cllr Donna Bellamy, Judith Roberts, Cllr Jason Brook (Chairman of Holme Valley Parish Council) and Cllr Kathleen Bellamy.

Tour de Yorkshire heads for the Valley THE Tour de Yorkshire cycle race comes through the Valley on Sunday, April 30 and Holme Valley Parish Council has been pleased to provide funding through its Publications and Communications Committee to support decorations along the route.

Councillor Rachel Hogley

is leading the project which has involved working with eight Valley primary schools to prepare hundreds of metres of blue and yellow bunting to decorate the course.

Yorkshire flags will also be put up in Holmfirth where the race is expected to pass through the centre around 4pm.

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Estate agency helps animals find a home The picture now hangs in the Carlile Community Hub.

Edward Brook portrait returned to Meltham

AN historic portrait of Meltham industrialist Edward Brook is now back in the village.

The portrait was originally paid for by the residents of Meltham via public subscription in 1913 to commemorate Edward’s gift of land on which Meltham Town Hall was built.

Town Councillor Richard Noon said: “Following Local Government Reorganisation in 1974 the painting went into the ownership of Kirklees Council along with other artwork hanging in Meltham Town Hall.

“When the Town Hall closed last year, all the artwork went into the custody of Kirklees.’’

In the months since then, Richard has been in touch with Kirklees art custodians and has proved that the Edward Brook

painting is actually owned by the people of Meltham.

The painting was returned recently and is now hanging in the newly renamed Edward Brook Room in the refurbished Carlile Community Hub. Among other uses, this room is also used as the Council Chamber for Meltham Town Council.

“Several other paintings will hopefully be returning to Meltham very soon,” added Richard.

Edward Brook was an important figure in Meltham’s history and an important manufacturer and industrialist, being responsible for funding various ‘gifts’ to the village and looking after the welfare of his workforce.

A LOCAL estate agency is helping to find new homes for animals.

Butcher Residential’s team, based in Denby Dale, Penistone and Barnsley has been helping local people find new homes for over 20 years. Now it has made Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity (BARC) its primary charity for 2017.

The company will promote the charity in its offices with collection boxes for donations, toys and blankets.

BARC is one of Yorkshire’s largest animal rescue charities providing care and shelter for hundreds of abandoned animals annually.

Kevin Proctor from BARC said: “We totally rely on people’s generosity to keep the charity afloat and to have the

A talent contest will take place at The Picturedrome in an attempt to raise money for Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.

‘Yorkshire’s Got Talent’ is the brain child of #HandsoffHRI campaigners, and they’re looking for talented people to come forward. Whether you’re a singer, dancer or musician the talent competition is your chance to showcase exactly what you’ve got. To enter send your videos and clips to fundraise@handsoffhri.co.uk by Sunday, May 14. Eight finalists will be chosen to perform live at the Picturedrome in Holmfirth on Sunday June 11 in front of a panel of experienced judges.

support from an organisation like Butcher Residential is priceless. We do need cash but we also need blankets, toys, and volunteers. Butcher’s has offered us all three, plus they will have posters of animals looking for homes in their offices. All this will make a great difference and get more animals re-homed.’’

Butcher Residential also plan to organise fund raising events.

“We have been helping people to re-home for years and when we came across BARC we thought, let’s help to re-home animals by supporting this charity,” said Ian Butcher, principal of Butcher Residential.

“As animal lovers ourselves, it’s a concern close to our hearts and we are happy to be able to support BARC in any way we can.’’

Writer scoops top accolade THE writer behind TV drama Happy Valley has scooped a top award.

Sally Wainwright – from Huddersfield – collected the best drama writer prize at the Royal Television Society (RTS) Awards last month.

The programme itself picked up the award for best drama series at the glitzy ceremony held in London.

Scenes from the award-winning series were shot in the Holme Valley and across West Yorkshire, including at Sowerby Bridge and Hebden Bridge.

Acclaim for apprentice scheme

KIRKLEES Council has been praised for its employment of apprentices.

The council – which supports 92 apprentices – was highly commended in the large employer category The awards took place during National Apprenticeship Week, and were run by Apprenticeship4England.

Coun. Graham Turner, cabinet member for Resources said: “I would like to congratulate the staff involved in our apprenticeship programme, from those involved in recruiting and supporting apprentices, to the people in service areas who help train these young people to become the best they can be.

“Apprenticeships are an essential part of the Kirklees Council recruitment programme, they ensure that we have access to highly motivated employees with the right skills for our future.

“I believe that our apprentices are excellent employees and as much as we’d like to keep them all, I acknowledge that some of them will one day take on positions in different companies, where they will go on to play an important part in the wider Kirklees economy.

“Not everybody wants to go to university, and by providing an opportunity to those who wish to learn on the job whilst earning a wage, our high quality apprenticeships will provide skills that will last a lifetime.”

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Wartime Weekend to return Jazz star to perform

By Susan Hampshire

THE annual Meltham Wartime Weekend will take place this year at the beginning of July.

On Saturday and Sunday July 1 and 2, the village will be transformed into the 1940s for two days, with vintage and wartime vehicles, a parade, stalls, music and dancing with many locals and visitors wearing period costume.

This year the event will be concentrated in the centre of the village to make it more accessible and convenient for

everyone, and will also use the Carlile Community Hub and large car park to the rear.

The event will begin with a parade of military vehicles and veterans, which will leave from Greenacres Care Home and make its way into the centre of the village.

It will be led by Meltham and Meltham Mills Band and include the Oldham Scottish Pipe Band.

During both days there will be lots going on, and for those who like dancing, the Greater Manchester Police Band is back by

popular demand for an evening event at Meltham Church Hall.

Tickets for this are available from the Waggon & Horses in Meltham and The Flower Box. Street acts will include 1940s music sung by Marina Mae and a George Formby tribute act.

One of the highlights this year will be the Axis-Allied Reenactment Group, now with new members and more equipment.

The reenactment will take place on land by Meltham Fire Station.

On both days a Dakota

aircraft will fly over Meltham, courtesy of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

Pam Cox, chair of the organising committee, said: “This year there will be a full two days of entertainment with lots going on in the Carlile Community Hub, flypasts, music and much more.’’

The organising committee has recently been awarded a Pride of Meltham award for its efforts over the years. It will be presented at the Meltham Mayor’s Civic Dinner in April.

AN award winning jazz vocalist will perform at an Easter event to raise funds for the Holmfirth Arts Festival.

Jazz supremo Maureen Washington, from British Columbia in Canada, will be singing at Choppard’s Mission in Holmfirth accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Jez Platt.

Maureen’s appearance in Holmfirth will be part of a debut tour in the UK to promote her new CD – Harvest Moon.

Steve Sykes, a volunteer with Holmfirth Arts Festival, who

is organising the event, said: “We are just so delighted that she has agreed to perform in Holmfirth.

“It is such an honour and she is also helping us to raise funds for future festivals.”

Tickets cost £12.50 and are available from Imagine Toyshop on Norridge Bottom, Holmfirth HD9 7BB or directly from s.l.sykes@btinternet.com For further information go to www.holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk The event takes place on Saturday, April 15 at 7.30pm.

Holmfirth High School pupils who took part in the Big Bang Competition at the NEC.

Pupils take part in science competition PUPILS from Holmfirth High School channelled their inner Einstein as they took part in a science competition in Birmingham last month.

They travelled to the NEC to enter their projects at the national finals of the Big Bang Competition, part of the Big Bang Fair, an event held every year at the NEC to promote

interest and involvement in Science and Technology.

Student projects examined by judges and thousands of visitors over the two-day event included an automatic cat litter tray, a robotic car, a display on black holes and a feature on learning to fly.

The displays received plaudits from the judges, who credited pupils on

the interesting nature of the projects and how enthusiastically the pupils explained and presented to their work.

Mrs J. Ison, head of science, said: “This is the third year Holmfirth High School pupils have got through to the national finals and the pupils deserve a lot of credit for the hard work they put in

to get their and to get their projects ready for judging.

“Every pupil received a finalist’s medal and also had a great opportunity to seek out all the hands-on activities and information at all the other stands over the two days.

“We are now looking forward to entering some new projects into the next round of the competition.”

Time to give the home a spring clean AFTER the long months of winter, it’s time to refresh your home and give it a good spring clean.

The annual spring clean can be extremely satisfying, there’s nothing better than ticking jobs off that long to do list you’ve been neglecting since before Christmas.

So if you’re going to treat your house to a good spring clean you may as well do it right, following a few easy tips and tricks to inject a feeling of freshness into your home so you won’t have to tackle the big jobs again until next year.

Here’s how...

1. Get carpet and upholstery back to their former glory.

If they haven’t had a good clean since last spring or summer then your carpets, sofas and any other fabric will have soaked up a mound of dirt and germs over winter. They’ll need a deep cleaning to ensure

they’re ready for another years worth of use. Whether you choose to shampoo your carpets or use a rented carpet cleaner, try it away from the main area in your room first to make sure you’re doing everything right and that the cleaner won’t discolour the carpet.

If you need to clean under wooden furniture then protect the legs by placing wax paper underneath to step them from getting wet.

The drying process can take a long time so make sure you keep windows open to speed it up.

2. Walls, door frames, cabinets and woodwork may not appear dirty but they definitely need a good clean come spring time.

Dust and dirt can cling to vertical surfaces and if its built up over a long time then these surfaces are probably overdue a bit of a bath. All you need is a sponge and some washing detergent to give them a

good once over. If you’ve got hard to reach areas then try using a mop in a bucket full of water and washing up liquid. Remember to dry off the walls with a clean cloth.

3. When you’re doing your spring clean don’t neglect your appliances. Your fridge will need a good clearing out too and now is the best time to do it

by wiping down all the shelves, drawers and doors.

Also don’t forget clean the condenser coil, which if gets built up with dust can cause the fridge to overheat and shut down. The coil can usually be found behind the toe grille and can be dusted off with a brush and vacuum cleaner hose.

4. Although you’ll have been cleaning it all year

round, your bathroom will be in need of a good, deep clean. Start by removing all products from cabinets, drawers and shelves so you can give them all a wipe down, removing any dust and products that may have leaked onto the surface.

Give your bath and sink a proper clean, waxing them if necessary and don’t forget to clean to drain to

prevent blockages. Clean your toilet inside and out and even remove the seat to get any areas that may have been neglected, then finish off by washing the floor and any mirrors and dusting the lights. You may choose to reseal grout lines if they need doing.

5. For a wonderful night’s sleep, give your bedroom the attention it needs to.

Dust furniture and clean the insides of drawers and wardrobes, this will also give you the chance to get rid of any unwanted items.

Move out the bed and clear away anything that could have got stuck under and then give the carpet a good hoover. Once the beds back you can freshen your mattress by sprinkling it with some baking soda, letting it rest and the hoover it up. While you’re at it, wash your bedding and pillows and give the rest of your furnishings and curtains a clean over.

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Antiques with Gary Don Gary Don Auctioneers are a Leeds based Auction House established in 1929. Gary does a regular phone in with BBC Radio Leeds and has appeared on Flog It, Posh Pawnbrokers and The Antiques Road Trip. We offer a free valuation service so please send in your photos and questions to Gary at news@holmevalleyreview.co.uk Please could you tell me the value of this programme?

Stephen Dear Stephen, Thank you for your email.

We hold regular auctions of sporting memorabilia including football and rugby programmes and some of these programmes have sold for very high prices.

You would have thought that this programme would have been very valuable and collectable as it is an early one from 1962 and is about two great teams – Benfica and Real Madrid.

Surprisingly you can buy it now on the internet for £34.99 and it is still for sale.

It could be that many copies are still available, and it may be better to keep this programme for the future.

Dear Gary Don, Hi could you value these please?

Thanks Sue Dear Sue, Thank you for your email.

Your figures appear to be made of Bisque, which is underglazed white porcelain.

Most of these bisque figures were made in France or Germany and were very popular in the Victorian households.

Bisque was used in many other items, particularly Parian ware and many Victorian dolls heads were made of bisque.

Unfortunately these ornaments are not popular with the younger generation today which is reflected in the price.

They would probably sell for under £100.

Dear Gary My 89-year-old mother has purchased a pair of plates from a charity shop paying what I think is over the top (£20 per plate) as she thinks they are old and worth the price where I beg to differ! Can you help to resolve who is right?

Regards Bob Dear Bob, Thank you for your email.

It is difficult to tell the age of the plates from your photos, although the blue circle underneath is typical to the mark I would expect to find on certain oriental pottery.

Lots of reproduction oriental items have been produced, but even if they are reproduction, £20 per plate is not too overpriced and the money went to a good cause.

Bring them down to our saleroom and I will be able to better judge the age and value for you.

Hi Gary, Could you give me a free valuation on these books (see photos). Thanks.

Regards Maggie Dear Maggie, There is quite a lot of information on the internet about the early history of Stocksbridge and district, however I have been unable to find any copies of this handbook that have come up for sale recently.

They are obviously part of a large set that was published during World War 1 and it would be better if you had the complete set. Condition is important also to collectors of books and these do appear to be worn. We would put an estimate of £30 – 50 on them subject to viewing, but local interest might increase their value.

The Beatles Flexi disc sold in an auction room in Poole Dorset for £190.

How much is this Dinky van worth?

It is a Dinky Austin A40 Van “Omnisport” (No. 470) Believed to be a South American promotional issue that was drawn by Meccano during 1954.

Dear Gary, Back in 1963 I had a pen friend in Liverpool who knew the home address of George Harrison and I wrote him saying I wished he had more of a prominent part in the Beatles.

I enclosed a self addressed envelope and was surprised to receive a reply from his mother Louise who said she was answering some letters for George as he was away most of the time.

She also said a bit more and mentioned their new eight-track LP. She also enclosed a photo from the Official Beatles Fan club signed by Paul McCartney.

I was hoping you might be able to inform me where I might best sell these items.

I also have the return envelope to me dated 22 Aug 1963.

Hope to hear from you Wendy Booth Dear Wendy, Thank you for your letter.

How wonderful to have a letter

from George Harrison’s mother, and what a great conversation piece!

George’s mother wrote many letters for George and answered a lot of his mail.

She was a prolific letter writer and many of her letters have come up for auction.

Recently four of her letters sold at auction for £220, so we would estimate your letter to be worth £40 – 60.

However, you only need two interested buyers and the price could soar!

As for the photo from the Official Beatles Fan club signed by Paul McCartney, many of those were printed copies of their signatures.

You can tell the difference under a magnifying glass by the thickness of the ink and the edges of the signature. A real signature should sell for several hundred pounds, but a copy would be worth very little.

The best place to sell these items would be in a specialist auction of music memorabilia. We do hold auctions of this type, so please feel free to contact us directly if you wish to enter these items.

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Improve your health and wellbeing this Spring SPRING is a time for new life and rejuvenation.

It is the season of activity and renewal of spirit and the ideal time to focus on improving health and wellbeing.

Acupuncture has been used for over 2,000 years as a natural way of treating symptoms to restore and enhance health and improve quality of life in people of all ages.

Central to the philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine is the holistic approach of healing the whole person rather than an issue in isolation and so acupuncture can be very effective for a variety of health concerns.

Karen Crook, chartered physiotherapist and acupuncture practitioner, uses acupuncture and a combination of movement, mobilisations and exercises to manage a huge range of conditions, including pain.

Karen explains: “Pain is very complex and can take many different physical and emotional forms. Acupuncture stimulates the body to produce endorphins and other pain relieving and sleep enhancing chemicals.

“The goal of acupuncture is to restore the body to a state of physical and mental balance by influencing internal energy known as Qi. This balance promotes the body’s own healing process and encourages a sense of wellness and vitality.”

Karen has over 25 years’ experience and, as a member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, is also bound by the professional code of conduct through the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is

regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council.

Acupuncture can help manage symptoms and therefore improve the quality of life for people living with many long term conditions including Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Obstructive Airways disease and Asthma, as well as following a Stroke.

Although acupuncture is commonly used to reduce neck, back and joint pain and is also very effective for chronic generalised pain, jaw pain and headaches.

Karen is increasingly using acupuncture to address issues specific to women’s health.

She explains: “Acupuncture can be used to manage the effects of anxiety and depression associated

with Premenstrual Syndrome as well as reducing lower back and pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy.

“Acupuncture can alleviate many of the troublesome symptoms associated with the menopause and is now being used to improve fertility.”

Acupuncture is a safe procedure with very few possible side effects and is therefore popular with those wanting a natural way of enhancing their wellbeing by relieving the debilitating symptoms of insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome or anxiety and depression.

For those wanting to lose some weight this spring, acupuncture can be used to depress appetite and will be given in conjunction with a personalised exercise plan.

This is particularly beneficial

for those with pre-existing health conditions who find it difficult to exercise and need more personalised support.

Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a completely natural anti-ageing treatment to improve skin vitality and internal balance.

By stimulating acupuncture points on the face and body you can expect a reduction in lines and wrinkles, brightening of the skin and a profound makeover.

This technique is a natural alternative to botox, fillers and surgery with the added benefits of enhanced wellbeing and improved

sleep.

Together with detoxification, acupuncture this will make you look and feel completely rejuvenated.

Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is currently on special offer at £65 for a 90-minute consultation to include detoxification acupuncture, facial acupuncture and a facial massage.

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CCTV appeal after stolen cards used in Manchester

POLICE have issued a CCTV appeal after bank cards stolen in Meltham were used in Manchester.

The cards were stolen in a burglary that took place between 8am and 8pm on February 19, at an address on Acorn Drive.

On contacting her card issuer – the victim was told of a number of transactions that had already been made.

The transactions on the cards took place at shops in Saddleworth and Rochdale.

A vehicle captured on CCTV is believed to have been present near to where the burglary occurred, and is described as a blue Skoda Fabia.

Detective Constable Chris Eglan of Kirklees CID said: “Returning home to find you have been the victim of crime is understandably very upsetting and distressing.

“The victim swiftly contacted her card issuers, and was alarmed to find that her cards had already been used.

“Firstly, I would appeal to anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously around the Acorn Drive area in Meltham to contact police. I would also appeal to anyone who can offer any information about the person or vehicle shown in the CCTV to come forward.

Enquiries are ongoing.”

Anyone who has any information about the burglary offence, or who can assist in identifying those shown in the CCTV is asked to contact the police via 101 quoting 13170079644. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Arts Fest set to be bigger and better

THE team behind Hepworth Arts Fest are hoping this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever.

The popular event is back again on May 6 and 7, and will take place at Hepworth Village Hall.

There will be fourteen stalls of interesting and affordable items in addition to the most popular exhibitors from last year, such as ceramics, upcycled jewellery, beaded jewellery and the stall with the items made with Alpaca wool.

New exhibits this year include cold cast bronze wildlife sculptures, driftwood items and wall mirrors, and decorated ceramics.

The event is being organised by a group of locals on behalf of Hepworth Church, and admission is free. For more information contact Gill Wallis on 01484 680548.

Man gets unpaid work for assault

Members of Holme Valley Fair Trade took part in a ‘Banana Breakout’ last month – aiming to raise awareness of the importance of supporting Fair Trade products during the official Fair Trade Fortnight. They were armed with shopping trolleys laden with donated fair trade goodies and walked around Honley and Holmfirth sharing information and handing out bananas and other fair trade products.

Photograph by Sandie Nicholson

A HOLMFIRTH man who assaulted his partner during a blazing row has been given 60 hours of community service.

William Morris, of Marlbeck Close, had been due to stand trial over the attack but then changed his plea to guilty.

Kirklees Magistrates’ Court heard that the incident happened at Mary Kenworthy’s home in Aldonley, Almondbury, on November 12.

The court head that Miss Kenworthy attended hospital where cuts suffered in the attack were glued with butterfly stitches applied.

William also has to pay £85 victim surcharge and £125 prosecution costs.

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Easter Greeetings Plenty of options this Easter THE Easter weekend is almost upon us – bringing school holidays, days out and hopefully some lovely April sunshine.

Whatever you’re up to this Photograph courtesy of Sandie Nicholson – www.photosofyorkshire.com Easter holiday, remember there are plenty of dining out options locally along with great local shops to pick up need more people on board.’’ your Easter food essentials. year it is looking doubtful.

A QUESTION mark is Whether you’re calling The event has always been “Historically the wartime hanging over the future of for a bite to eat on the way held on the first weekend in weekend has been held at the Holmfirth War Weekend.

September and has included home from a trip out or Sands Recreation Ground, For the past three years making a special meal at a parade, military vehicles, but some local people have the town has hosted an home, you can enjoy some big band and period music, asked for it to be hosted in annual wartime event – special Easter dining out or the town centre. However, to entertainment, food stalls, a but now its future is in eating in. flypast and much more. do this we would need much doubt due to a lack of both Make the most of some If anyone would like to more funding. volunteers and funding. quality family time together volunteer to help or has any “It has been a very Greg Christofi, one of only and get out and about in the ideas of how to secure new successful and well-attended four remaining organisers, funding, please contact Greg local area. event but there is an awful said: “The event has always on 07872 650292. lot to organise and we really been very successful but this Many local attractions open as usual with a full programme of activities and entertainment.

War weekend’s future in doubt

Parliamentary Corner

with Jason McCartney MP

Cowardly terror will not defeat our spirit I AM writing this month’s column just a few days after the terror attacks on Westminster.

I was voting in the House of Commons chamber when the attack happened.

We stayed on lockdown in the chamber for five hours until the all clear.

I also had two work experience students from Holmfirth High with me that day – they were kept in a safe area with my Westminster assistant.

It was a senseless and barbaric act of terrorism that claimed the lives of four victims and injured many more.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected by those terrible events.

PC Keith Palmer, on duty protecting the Palace, was among those killed.

PC Palmer dedicated his life to upholding our democratic values. He died protecting others and in defence of all for which our Parliament stands.

His family can be hugely proud of him and should know that we all are too.

Britain is a fantastic country filled with many cultures, religions and ways of life, and that is what makes it so great.

Cowardly terror will never change this and our wonderful collective spirit will always prevail.

Q As ever, saving A&E at HRI is my biggest issue. I have once again spoken out in Parliament against plans

to downgrade A&E at HRI. During questions to the Secretary of State for Health I asked ‘On these important questions on A&Es does the Secretary of State agree with me that it makes no sense at all for my local Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) to be bringing forward a business case to spend an extra £300million on bulldozing HRI and downgrading our A&E?’.

The proposals to downgrade A&E at HRI are appalling and I am still urging the doctors who sit on the CCG to think again.

There is still a long way to go and we all need to keep campaigning to save A&E at HRI. I proudly support the pan political community Hands OFF HRI campaign led by local

campaigner Karl Deitch.

Q I recently took part in the fairandfunky conference for Fairtrade fortnight.

It was a great event for primary school children to celebrate the fantastic work that Fairtrade does for those who work hard day in day out and deserve a decent wage.

The children took part in workshops to see the many ways that Fairtrade can improve people’s lives, not just those who produce food but those who make footballs and toys.

There are over 4,500 products that have the Fairtrade mark on the packaging, it is good for students to know how by supporting Fairtrade you can make a big impact.

I was delighted to present the students with certificates at the end of their workshops.

Q I also had a wonderful visit to Upperthong J&I school where I was shown around the school and met with the children who were wearing Red Noses for Comic Relief.

As usual on school visits, I had a tough grilling from students in a Q&A session about my daily life as an MP. As always please do get in touch if my team or I can help you or if you’d like to visit the Houses of Parliament.

Telephone 01484 688364 or email jason.mccartney. mp@parliament.uk

BLACKER HALL FARM SHOP WE have lots of options for entertaining this Easter with the best of Blacker Hall Farm and Yorkshire produce.

Easter is a great opportunity to get together with family and friends, and subject to the weather, it

could even see the start of barbecue season!

Whether you’re looking to do a traditional lamb roast, a ‘one-pot’ or sharing buffet for a crowd, a special meal or a barbecue, we’ll be busy making sure we have something available for every occasion.

Traditional Sunday roasts... we have a range of awardwinning, home and locally reared roasts for you to choose from, and you can pick up homemade sides and gravy, roasting vegetable trays, Yorkshire puddings made in our bakery, and fresh and seasonal vegetables – the perfect meal solution!

Homemade Easter specialities... we have lots of traditional, hand crafted

Easter treats available in The Farm Shop, including Hot Cross Buns, Simnel Cakes, chocolate Easter Nests, and a range of locally sourced chocolates perfect for treating the kids... and big kids!!

Sharing food – if you’re getting together with family and friends, let us make it easy for you! Pick up prepared food from The Deli which is perfect for a sharing table, or even as canapés and starters, including locally produced antipasti, a superb range of artisan cheeses, freshly made salads and homemade, award-winning pies and quiches.

Delicious desserts – round off any meal with one of our hand crafted desserts –- from our indulgent Chocolate Delice to our range of cheesecakes made using Longley Farm cream cheese, and traditional sandwich cakes to fruit pies and crumbles made to traditional Garthwaite family recipes.

Many of our desserts can be bought in individual and family portions, so there’s something to suit every party size and taste!

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Landmark date for Shades of China THE current owner of Holmfirth’s popular Shades of China shop on Hollowgate has a special date to celebrate in July.

On Friday, July 7 Karen Cartwright will mark her 10th anniversary of running the specialist shop.

She is the fourth owner in the history of Shades of China, which originally opened in the mid-1980s.

For Karen it’s a real landmark to celebrate as she continues to expand the range of china, glass and gift ware shop which has perfect present ideas for all occasions.

The shop stocks ranges from Emma Bridgewater, Sophie Allport, Fairmont

& Main, Cath Kidston Home Ware, Woodwick Candles, Royal Worcester, Portmeirion and much more.

The new Cath Kidston Homeware Range includes aprons, oven gloves, tea towels, china mugs and tea light holders.

There is also plenty of choice of greetings cards, wrapping paper and gift tags to complete your gift – or why not buy a gift voucher for a birthday or special occasion?

Gift vouchers are available for any amount.

Karen said: “Although the range has changed an awful lot, this is still primarily a china shop. During my 10 years at Shades of China,

I seem to have put the emphasis very much on British designers and have recently taken on a range of designer mugs from Sweet William Designs of London, which are very popular.’’

Always a favourite at Shades of China is the best selling white porcelain range from Fairmont & Main, which is ideal for everyday use or for special occasions.

Karen can order any pieces from the range.

Next time you’re in Holmfirth, take a look at Shades of China and see what makes this pretty shop such a perennial favourite in the town.

Follow Shades of China on the Facebook page.

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EASTER GREETINGS Full steam ahead for Kirklees Light Railway this Easter ...

FUN for all the family is guaranteed this Easter at the ever-popular Kirklees Light Railway in Clayton West.

A full programme of Easter Eggspress trains will be running throughout the Easter bank holiday weekend with trains every 40 minutes.

Whether you’re young or old, a trip on one of the little steam trains offers a day out with a difference and there will be two trains running all weekend along the line to Shelley, along with platform rides in the railway’s tram.

Add to this the popular cafe, picnic area and outdoor play area, an Easter barbecue at the Shelley terminus and Easter fun and games for the children and it all adds up to a great day out.

Commercial manager Richard Hale said: “Kirklees Light Railway celebrated its 25th anniversary last October and we just seem to be busier than ever with visitor numbers increasing all the time.

“Trains will run on Good Friday right through to Easter Monday but we do recommend that you book

online to guarantee your seat.

“When the trains arrive at Shelley, passengers have the option to get off and enjoy the Easter barbecue as well as see the Easter Bunny and take part in an egg and spoon race, a Golden Egg hunt and other children’s entertainment.

Catch the train back to Clayton West when you’re ready.’’

Why not round off your train journey with a cuppa

or something to eat in the Buffer Stop cafe at Clayton West or the tea room at Shelley?

Even if you’re not planning to ride the train, the cafe will be open all Easter if you fancy calling in for a coffee or a quick snack while you’re out and about.

With hot and cold food along with home made cakes, there’s sure to be plenty to tempt you.

The train route leaves

Treat yourself this Easter ...

KINGFISHER RESTAURANT

IF YOU’RE out and about this Easter, why not call in at Kingfisher Restaurant in Calder Grove and treat yourself to some great fish and chips.

The popular restaurant will be open as normal during the Easter period and offers the option of eating in or taking your fish and chips away to enjoy at home.

Children under the age of 12 can enjoy a free portion of fish and chips when ordered with an adult main course.

OLD BRIDGE BAKERY IF YOU’RE looking for some tasty Easter treats, then call in at Holmfirth’s Old Bridge Bakery.

Run by Greg Christofi for over 20 years, the popular shop in the centre of Holmfirth has over 50 lines of confectionery and at this time of year is serving up hot cross buns, Easter simnel cake

slices and Greek Easter cake.

Greg said: “We have plenty of delicious cakes and desserts to tempt you this Easter.’’

As well as delicious sweet treats, Greg also makes a range of artisan breads to enjoy all year round.

Hand made on the premises, you can choose from tasty breads including feta cheese and spinach, tomato, garlic and basil, olive and herb or ever-popular sour dough.

The Old Bridge Bakery also offers an outside catering service, guaranteed to take the stress out of organising a family party or special occasion.

Just call in at the shop and speak to one of the team about your requirements.

Clayton West and travels via Cuckoo’s Nest and Blacker Wood to Skelmanthorpe before heading for Shelley which has a play area and tea room.

Loads more events are planned for the rest of the year so take a look at the website for more details at www.kirkleeslightrailway. com This popular attraction provides a great day out all year round.

Happy Easter to all our readers and advertisers

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EASTER GREETINGS

Holmebuild celebrates “MAD” WEEKEND

IT’S ‘patio time’ again at Holmebuild Supplies of Honley when they celebrate their annual ‘MAD’ WEEKEND from Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23.

Bacon butties and burgers are served free all day over the weekend, and families are welcome along with the general public and trade.

The weekend features silly prices and ridiculous offers on all paving and patio products.

The firm boasts a 100m2 paving and landscaping display designed to simplify the process of choosing the type of paving for your garden or patio project.

The display shows the extensive range of Indian Natural stone and the huge range caters for all budgets starting from £13.50/m2. They even have ‘seconds’ paving from 99p for a 450x450 flag.

Holmebuild pride themselves in providing all the solutions to meet landscaping aspirations.

They hold massive stocks of all types of landscaping materials from paving, walling and decorative aggregates to the necessary ancillaries such as weed control fabric and fence post spikes etc Sorrento tumbled block paving is stocked in four different colours with two colours of kerbs to suit.

There is also easy access to a range of natural stone block paving

where a premium look is required.

Holmebuild can carry out a no obligation site survey to enable them to provide advice and give ideas based on their vast experience in this field.

Following this they can provide a comprehensive quote which can include a ‘supply’ and ‘labour’ package if required.

A terrific range of decorative gravels is also available in prepacked 25kg bags and bulk bags including Golden Gravel, 10mm/20mm Pea Gravel, York Cream, Blue Slate, Cheshire Pink, Plum Slate, 10mm/20mm Lime Stone and Green Slate. Some of these will be on offer from as little as £30 for a bulk bag.

With such scope to choose from, all Holmebuild’s products come with first-class service, rapid delivery and a powerful support package that includes expert guidance and technical advice.

We have the people, technical tools and practical advice to help you plan, create and most of all enjoy your outdoor space.

Make a note in your diary to visit Holmebuild’s “MAD” Weekend to take advantage of the best paving display and prices in Huddersfield!

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EASTER GREETINGS Daniel Earnshaw, of Earnshaws Fencing Centres, traces six generations of history ...

Tracing Earnshaws’ six generations of history Pioneers “In the mid 1980s the company started by my great, great grandfather launched its first ‘fencing centre’ in Midgley – a major initiative which took the Earnshaw Family into retail operations for the first time.

“In many ways the company was a pioneer – offering fencing and landscaping products direct to the general public. Initial demand was steady, but word soon spread and the company was ideally placed to cater for the upsurge of interest in home and garden improvements

fuelled by the makeover programmes of the 1990s.

“In 1996, following the closure of the local coal mine, the company relocated its entire Midgley based operation to the newly vacated 13acre site.

“The move allowed for the further modernisation of the sawmill operation, but enabled the further development of the retail and distribution enterprise.

Growing the family business “Now in our 157th year, the company is still owned and

managed by descendants of the founders, and we still maintain the same service tradition that was so important in the 1860s.

“While the company has adapted, and changed over the years we have built on those years of experience to become true experts in our field.

“We are proud of the range of natural and sustainable timber products on sale, and we hope you find inspiration for your garden this spring A centre of gardening and

landscaping excellence “Whatever you are planning for your garden, our fencing centre at Midgley, between Huddersfield and Wakefield, is the perfect place to start. Discover a peaceful, inspiring and friendly way to choose timber garden furniture, great value sheds, cabins, pergolas and benches, as well as tools, preservatives and fixings from our well stocked onsite shop.

“Not forgetting heaps of advice, our delivery service and a few original gifts for keen gardeners.

Open seven days a week to help

you make the most of your garden.

“The vast stocks and extensive ranges mean you will be able to take away what you need and get cracking on that new project straight away.

“The well-stocked shops are thoughtfully laid out with the things needed to finish any job – nails, screws, hinges, brackets and tools.

“For really big jobs we will deliver to your door within days.

“I often wonder what Job himself would make of the company he founded. I am sure he would approve.”

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EASTER GREETINGS

Holme Valley Pets and Supplies celebrates second anniversary TWO years after opening its doors at Albion Mills Thongsbridge, Holmfirth Holme Valley Pets and Supplies is looking forward to making further progress and proud to provide local pet owners with the best selection of pet food and accessories in the area.

The premises extend to two attractively merchandised floors with easy self-selection of stock from a wide range of top brands including Royal Canin, James Wellbeloved, Eukanuba, IAMS, Burns, and Science Plan.

Dogs and puppies, vats and kittens, birds and wildlife, chickens, fish and reptiles are all catered for and there is now also a excellent selection of food for the small animal range.

All types of pet foods, accessories and supplies are available and if you have any unusual requests, they will happily get it for you.

In addition to the wide range of dry and wet pet foods and seeds available, the accessory range includes items such as treats, beds, crates and carriers, toys, collars and leads, coats and clothing,

grooming accessories and feeding bowls.

Also, Holme Valley Pets and Supplies are now the only stockist in the area of the sought after Natures Menu natural raw dog and cat food.

The excellent location, just off Huddersfield Road, provides easy access for everyone in the Holme Valley and surrounding areas with free parking right outside the front door.

Unlike the supermarkets, customers can have their large purchases placed into their vehicles for them by the friendly staff.

Holme Valley Pets and Supplies is a customer-friendly shopping experience where a huge range of quality pet foods and accessories combined with competitive prices are the benchmark.

Why not make a point of visiting Toni and the team for all your pet supplies and don’t forget to look out for their great monthly special offers?

Holme Valley Pets and Supplies Ltd Albion Mills, Miry Lane, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth HD9 7HP. Contact 01484 689999.

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Firm has the answer to your flat roof problems BASED in Ossett, and with 30 years experience, Endon Roofing has the answer to your flat roof problems.

Notoriously problematic, a flat roof on either a commercial or domestic building can become a major problem with common issues being leaks and standing water causing further degradation.

As a specialist, Endon Roofing can offer cost effective solutions for new flat roof installations or repairs for existing flat roof problems on domestic extensions, porches, garages etc. By using high performance single ply membrane, Endon’s highly experienced team offer a quick and affordable answer to all flat roof issues.

The lightweight single ply membrane provides a great answer for any loadbearing issues and is ideal to waterproof both industrial roofs and domestic flat roofs.

Endon Roofing uses the leading single ply system – used for decades in both the UK and Europe – so guarantees only the best answer to your flat roof problem.

Although much of their work is on commercial properties, Endon Roofing provides services to the

domestic market.

So if you’ve a porch or flat garage roof which has seen better days and is beginning to give you cause for concern, speak to the Endon experts for their help and advice.

All customers receive a prompt response to any initial telephone or email inquiry, followed by a thorough diagnosis of the work needed to solve the problem and an accurate quote.

Endon Roofing is also an expert in new `green’ roofs which are becoming increasingly popular across the country with home owners who are building an extension or who want to install a green roof on a garage, outhouse and any area where a flat roof is

required.

Green Roofs include a sedum mat which can support vegetation, attract wildlife, provide food for butterflies, birds and bees and also help the environment. It is also a useful way to help disguise unsightly buildings and to provide added insulation for a porch, extension or garage.

If you need help from Endon Roofing, take a look at the website www. endonroofing.com where you can see examples of recent work carried out across the UK. This includes work on businesses, several schools, a farm shop and even an Army centre. Call now for a free no obligation quotation on 01924 DIXON & Franks of Honley has officially opened its 270822.

Yorkshire and carpet themed café in store.

The new café is located on the ground floor of the fourfloor department store that sells everything for the home from flooring to furnishings, to homeware and dining tables.

The store is best known for its vast selection of quality carpet brands such as Ulster, Cormar Carpets and Brintons.

The new café captures perfectly the Yorkshire

Yorkshire and carpet themed cafe opens heritage behind Dixon & Franks as well as a traditional carpet theme.

Café Loom officially opened on April 1, but has been welcoming customers for tea and cake for over a month already, quickly gaining a reputation for smooth coffee, creamy cakes and delicious sandwiches.

The rich and dreamy cakes are sourced locally from Nicola’s Gateaux in Meltham, located in the foothills of the Pennines.

At Café Loom customers can enjoy locally brewed

Dark Woods Coffee in one of the department store’s famous Emma Bridgewater mugs. The café is unique in that once you’ve finished your cup of tea or coffee you have the option to take your mug away with you too!

Café Loom also offers a tasty and traditional afternoon tea full of locally sourced ingredients.

Enjoy finger sandwiches and freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve on your own for £10 or with a friend for £15.

Charlotte and Holly win competition THE scout district cooking competition returned in March.

Teams from each troop in the Holme Valley are invited to Honley scout headquarters to see who can cook the best threecourse meal.

The scouts are aged between 10 and 14, with only one team member allowed over the age of 13 years.

They have to cook at least two hot dishes and only have a two-burner camping stove to do it on.

All the ingredients have to be fresh and cost less than £5.

For the meal they are marked on their team work the quality of the cooking and presentation.

Competition is strong, with some fantastic dishes offered up for the judges to sample.

The top two winning teams then have the chance to enter the county cooking

competition, which is Ready Steady Cook style.

The teams don’t know what ingredients they will be starting with until the day itself.

Past winners have gone on to be professional chefs.

This year’s winners of the district competition were Charlotte and Holly from Holmfirth Thursday night scout troop with a Greek salad, chicken stir fry and pancakes with fruit and chocolate.

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Work experience students are a help around the farm

10am - 4pm 27th, 28th & 29th May at Elsecar Heritage Centre

in The IronWorks with

Fun outdoor activities for all the family • Fun Fair Rides • Face Painting • Pop up Tearoom • Live Buskers • Outdoor Games • Homewares • Baked Goods • Bath & Body • Wax Melts

FOR the first two weeks in March we had extra help from three Holmfirth High School students on their work experience placements.

Max worked with our butchers.

He got stuck into sausage making and was a brilliant help with the deep clean of our butchery.

Sam and Owen wanted to be outdoors and helped Andrew on the farm.

The first week was spent converting our pig shed. On their first day they were up to their wellie tops in pig muck – well done to you both for getting stuck in!

Pigs have played a big part in the farm at Lower Whitegate.

In the 70s Andrew’s granddad reared 2,000 pigs in traditional sties.

Andrew’s dad then built a modern pig unit in the 90s.

This housed 280 pigs at any one time on concrete slats. We reared these pigs for another pig farmer, keeping them for approximately 12 weeks before they were sold to the supermarkets.

We now have 60 pigs of our own and have converted the old pig house in to a more welfare and visitor friendly straw barn.

The piglets are bought from a breeder in Scholes, and all the pork is sold through our farm shop.

The second week was a little cleaner for Sam and Owen.

They spent their time gathering sheep for Andrew to worm and vaccinate in

preparation for lambing.

We will be busy over the next couple of weeks preparing our maternity shed in time for lambing, which is due to begin on April 11.

Our attention will also have to be turned to spring land work soon, with the fields needing a rake to remove the dead grass and moss, fertiliser and lime to apply and last year’s turnip stubble to plough back in to grass.

...Cottage Home Farm, Meltham, Holmfirth

SITUATED on the very edge of Meltham village with spectacular panoramic views towards Blackmoorfoot Reservoir, this countryside home really is a unique property.

Ideal for an equestrian family, Cottage Home Farm has the best of both worlds – being in a rural location but also within easy reach of Meltham village, schools and all local amenities.

As well as 3.7 acres of land, the farmhouse

comes with three stables, an adjoining barn and an attached hay barn along with an all-weather arena which makes it ideal for a family with horses.

For the past 27 years the property has been home to Bob and Joyce Luty who bought the farmhouse knowing it was ideal for their two horse-mad teenage daughters.

Bob said: “Prior to Cottage Home Farm, we lived in Meltham and my wife said

there were only two houses she would consider moving to, this being one of them.

It’s been a great family home and I think we will all be sad to leave but it’s time for a change and to downsize.’’

The house itself consists of a kitchen/diner, large lounge, attached utility room and a boot room downstairs with three bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs.

It has the potential to become a much larger home by extending into the

adjoining barn, subject to planning permission.

By developing the barn, there is the potential to create a granny annexe, office area, teenage suite or add to the overall interior space.

Bob already has his office area in the barn.

Sitting in a unique location on the approach to Meltham, the house looks towards Blackmoorfoot Reservoir to the front and towards West Nab and Deer Hill from the

back.

Its position makes it ideal for Colne Valley High School and primary schools in Meltham village.

The school bus for Honley High School will also stop outside if requested to pick up and drop off pupils.

Over the years the Luty family has done a lot of improvements to the outside of the farm, maintaining fencing, walls and the general upkeep of the land.

This is an ideal property

for an equestrian family or professionals and offers good commuter links to Manchester with railway stations in both nearby Slaithwaite and Marsden.

For a family who love country living but with amenities close-by, it is a must see property.

The property is being marketed by Belong Estate Agents of Honley.

Telephone:01484 444567.

PRICE: offers in the region of £695,000.

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MARSDEN

Huddersfield

MELTHAM

Holmfirth

Offers Over £650,000

Offers in the region of £695,000

Grade II listed Rural Farmhouse & Barn with Planning Permission to integrate the barn into the main house.

Stables, 40 x 20 Arena, and in all about 9.5 acres.

Farmhouse, Barns, Stables, Arena and in all about 3.7 acres. Located in an accessible rural position with views of Blackmoorfoot Reservoir.

EPC rating: N/A

WOOLDALE

Holmfirth

Asking Price £280,000 3 Bedroom Detached Bungalow, with an en-suite shower room, family bathroom, spacious living accommodation, and an attractive rear garden.

EPC rating: D

T. 01484 444567 www.wherewebelong.co.uk

EPC rating: E

Outstanding marketing backed by a personal approach to service.

Call us if we can help you to sell or let your property.

Exceptional opening offer fees available for motivated clients.

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Holmfirth

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Townend Avenue, Wooldale

Holmfirth

Detached true bungalow Pleasant location Two bedrooms Gas central heating

Harrington Court, Meltham

Holmfirth

Extended Semi-Detached House 3 Bedrooms Sun Terrace Lounge Dining / Sitting Room

Offers in the region of

Barnside, Hepworth

ÂŁ365,000 Holmfirth

Views Popular location Gas central heating Energy rating 50 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Grade II Listed Cottage Tastefully Extended 4 Bedrooms 2 Reception Rooms

Briar Court

ÂŁ229,500 Holmfirth

UPVC double glazing Detached single garage & parking Gardens Energy rating 53 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Semi Detached Dormer Bungalow 3 Bedrooms Large Garden Panoramic Views to Rear

Mag Bridge, Honley

ÂŁ199,950 Holmfirth

Gardens to front and rear Driveway parking & single garage Modernisation required Energy rating 43 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Immaculate cottage 2 double bedrooms Character features throughout Sociable layout

Clough Drive, Linthwaite

ÂŁ179,950 Huddersfield

Attractive Gardens Gas Central Heating Wooded Outlook Energy Rating 63 (Band D)

Semi detached 4 bedrooms Attic conversion bed 1 Lounge

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Dunford Road, Hade Edge

ÂŁ350,000 Holmfirth

Generous Gardens Garage and Parking Rural Views EPC Exempt

Offers in the region of

Detached cottage 3 double bedrooms 2 reception rooms Quality kitchen

Huddersfield Road, Meltham

ÂŁ225,000 Holmfirth

Gas Central Heating uPVC Double Glazing One Mile from Holmfirth Energy Rating 52 (Band E)

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Stone semi detached Large plot 2 double bedrooms Potential to extend

Moorbrook Mill Drive, New Mill

ÂŁ189,950 Holmfirth

Log burning stove Landscaped garden Parking area Energy rating 52 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

Immaculate 3 bed, 3 storey house Kitchen with integrated appliances Master bedroom with en-suite Valid NHBC guarantee

Highfield Crescent, Meltham

ÂŁ155,000 Holmfirth

Dining kitchen Parking to the front Gardens with views to the rear Energy rating 56 (Band D)

Double fronted house 3 bedrooms Fields to rear Views

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ259,950

Modern bathroom Garden & parking to rear Sought after location Energy rating 59 (Band D)

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ217,500

Large lower floor rooms Gas central heating Double garage Energy rating 46 (Band E)

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ185,000

Enclosed rear garden Carport parking Gas central heating and uPVC D G Energy rating 82 (Band B)

Offers in the region of

ÂŁ115,000

Gas CH and UPVC double glazing Good sized gardens Early completion date available.

Energy rating 66 (Band D)

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Holmfirth

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Offers In The Region Of

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2 large reception rooms Views to front and side Generous gardens Energy rating 50 (E)

Offers in the region of

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The Village, Holme

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

£475,000

Holt Lane

Offers in the region of

Holmfirth

Outstanding double fronted house Convenient location with views 3 double bedrooms + occasional bedroom 4 2 reception rooms and dining kitchen

£685,000

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Executive detached Contemporary open plan layout 4 double bedrooms Underfloor heating throughout

£499,950

Newly refurbished Double garage Landscaped gardens Energy rating 76 (Band C)

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Holmfirth

£354,995

BUYERS STAMP DUTY PAID: SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS Detached grade II listed property 4 double bedrooms Rural village location Views to rear

Large garden to rear Stone barn in courtyard 1 acre of land by separate negotiation EPC exempt

Last plot remaining Flexible 3 storey accommodation Quality contemporary finish Ground floor sitting / Bedroom 4

3 second floor bedrooms Open plan living room / dining kitchen Garage, parking and gardens Energy rating tbc

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