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Village’s test run of camera is a success

By Nicola Hyde

A TEST run of a new CCTV camera for a village that says it’s a sitting duck because of its archaic security system was so successful that it ended up catching a burglar.

The community of Honley have been fundraising for two years to raise £25,000 to buy a new CCTV system for the village to replace the current system which is so outdated the footage is completely unusable.

But even though it hasn’t been installed yet – it’s already had some success.

June McLean, acting secretary for Honley Business Association and shop owner at Zebra Jewellery

on Westgate, said: “We had a company come and put a test camera up so we could see the quality of the CCTV. “While it was up, there was a burglary at Stylish Thoughts hairdressers.

Police were able to apprehend the person thanks to that footage from the test camera so it’s clearly a benefit.

“Businesses have their own alarms, and shutters and we are quite safe but if someone is up to high jinx, or speeding, or we had some people going round causing thousands of pounds of damage by scoring cars, then a camera might have prevented that.”

The campaign, spear-

headed by the Honley Business Association, hopes that a fund-raising push for its Christmas event – as well as some grant applications – will see the CCTV system be installed in February.

June added: “This is something that will protect the whole community – and not just businesses – from small crimes.

“If we had these cameras perhaps people would be deterred from these petty crimes because they know they will be caught on camera.

“It’s a small village but it’s something we need – the cameras currently provided by Kirklees Council are hopeless.

“The image quality is so

poor that you wouldn’t be able to make out a car, never mind a car registration number.

“The images are not useable, they are blurred and to be honest we’ve not been able to use them for years.

“In that time, we’ve had some thefts.

“We’ve had pensioners who have had their money taken off them when they’ve come out of the post office – but when police got the CCTV back the images were no good.

“At the moment, we feel like we are sitting ducks.”

To read more about Honley Business Association’s Christmas plans and how you can help, turn to page six.

A Holmfirth inventor who created a device that lets you take your goldfish for a walk is celebrating as it goes on sale to the public. Mike Warren-Madden – known locally as Lord Mike – has been working on the prototype for years and has now launched his fully customisable goldfish pram at a local pet shop.

See page three for more.

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Plum idea up for national award

By Olivia Taylor

Honley Village Community Trust has produced a 2016 calendar available for locals to purchase. Each month is sponsored by a Honley business and all photographs have been taken by local photographer Sandie Nicholson. The calendar will be available to purchase at The Art & Craft Fair in the Village Hall on December 5.

Pupils offered free flu vaccinations THOUSANDS of Kirklees primary school children are being offered free flu vaccinations this winter to help keep the illness at bay.

Children in years one and two will have the option of being immunised at school as part of national programme designed to target certain age groups.

Immunisation teams from Locala Community Partnerships – which provides NHS community

healthcare services across Kirklees – will be heading into schools to help protect children against the harmful effects of flu.

Letters have already been sent out to parents requesting consent for their children to receive the vaccine via a painless nasal spray into their nostrils.

It comes after the same teams targeted high school pupils in years seven and eight last year, which has

since been dropped.

Ruth Aseervatham, Locala’s children’s operational manager, said: “Our teams have been busy preparing for the start of flu season and are hoping to vaccinate as many Kirklees children as possible.

“We hope Kirklees parents will take on board the advice this winter and choose to protect their children from this terrible illness.”

A PIONEERING project which sees fruit harvested from strangers’ gardens and made into delicious jams has been shortlisted for a national award.

Holmfirth Women’s Institute came up with the ‘Fruit Revival’ concept after noticing that – especially in local gardens – fruits like blackberries, apples, plums and red berries were not being picked by the owners, and were instead left to rot.

WI member Greta Bradley, of Cartworth Road, Holmfirth, came up with the idea which has now been shortlisted by the Women’s Institute nationally as a potential contender for it’s next nationwide campaign.

She said: “It seems a bit perverse to think that we are importing so much fruit when we have it growing on our trees. We’ve come across people who are a bit fragile who might not be able to get out to pick it any more.

“People walk past their own fruit trees to go to the supermarket to buy fruit.”

Holmfirth W.I members Chris Askew, Kate Gamble and Greta Bradley with president Michelle Brown (seated).

The ladies are shown with jam and chutney they have made.

Picture: Scott Bairstow tive to get into the last Now, the WI members eight with something that are calling on local fruit we came up with so quickly tree owners to let them is brilliant. It would be come and pick the fruit so absolutely lovely if we win they can provide the combut it doesn’t matter, we’ve munity with fruit, jams and got a good idea that we chutneys to locals for a plan to roll out.” donation.

The institute are looking The WI has the backing for volunteers to help with of Holmfirth High School their Fruit Revival, if you and are using their food have fruit in your garden, tech facilities to make their you want to help pick fruit jams. and make jams or even if Greta added: “I really you have any spare jam jars love living in Holmfirth, it’s you’d like to donate contact a good place to be to be Greta Bradley on kind to the environment. gretabradley@btinternet.co “It’s been very competi-

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Inventor ‘Lord Mike’makes flying fish his new mission WHEN Holmfirth inventor Lord Mike created a pram for a goldfish the world took note – and now he’s looking to make fish fly.

Mike Warren-Madden, 60, of New Mill Road, made national news when he created a device that lets you take your goldfish for a walk.

Mike, a retired welder, has been working on the prototype for years and has now launched his fully customisable goldfish pram with a price tag of £275.

He said: “I was looking at my fish Malcolm and he was just completely bored. So I thought wouldn’t it be nice if I could take him out for a walk so he could see a bit of the world?

“For our first outing I took him with me to The Rock Inn at Brockholes for

a pint, buses stopped in the road to watch us and I think it’s the first time everyone in Holmfirth had seen a goldfish going for a walk.

“It brought a lot of joy to everyone and to Malcolm too as I swear he was looking around and taking it all in.”

And now – as the Aquatic Perambulator goes on sale at Holme Valley Vets and Pets Supplies – he’s already working on his next idea.

He said: “How great would it be to be sat in your bedroom and just see a goldfish fly past your window? You can have drones that are remote controlled now, so I’m trying to figure out a way to design something to sit on one of those so the fish can try flying.

That’s my next mission.”

It’s not the first time Lord

Bongo Beats in Honley raised an amazing £170 for the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice. The under-fives singing and music class raffled off their mascot, Bongo the Dog, to raise money for the good cause. A special retirement party was also held for him at Safari Sam’s Play Gym, with a percentage of the ticket price going to charity.

Bongo the Dog has now found a lovely home with the Ark Church in Huddersfield who won the prize.

Mike has captured people’s attention with his zany inventions – but his aquatic perambulator is his biggest success.

He’s had to abandon many inventions over the years – like a mobile weather station to wear on a hat that was scrapped when TV weathermen refused to wear it.

He also invented a mobile bird feeding station that strapped to the user’s head but he had to abandon that design too after being attacked by a squirrel.

He said: “I was with my mate in Cliffe Wood and one minute I was talking to him and the next minute I was flat on my back on the ground. Everyone thinks squirrels are cuddly furry little things but I ended up with a neck injury.”

Quentin Wilson is joining MP Jason McCartney for the Fair Fuel UK campaign.

MP joins ex-Top Gear host for Fair Fuel UK campaign

By Nicola Hyde

A HOLME Valley MP is to lead a public inquiry into the price of fuel following years of campaigning by a pressure group.

Jason McCartney will be joined by former Top Gear presenter Quentin Wilson and members of the Fair Fuel UK campaign for the hearing which will be used to prepare a report for the chancellor.

Jason, who is chairman of the parliamentary Fair Fuel group, said: “Fuel prices is an issue that affects everyone – and it especially

affects those in the Holme Valley.

“I have spoken to locals who have to use a car to commute to work – they might be spending £50 a week on fuel which is a big part of their weekly budget.

It’s not always possible to use public transport and if we can somehow get that cost down it will make a difference not just to local families but everyone.”

The one-day hearing will take place on December 8 and the panel will be quizzing everyone from oil companies to retailers to find out who exactly gets the

money – and if the prices set are fair.

Jason added: “There’s been a long term issue with oil prices which affects the price of petrol and diesel.

When the price of oil falls, the price at the pumps falls like a feather, but when prices rise it goes up at the pump like a rocket.

“We need to ask petrol retailers and everyone in the supply chain, including the oil companies, why this happens. They need to explain to us how the price is set, how it fluctuates, so we can work out a way to make pricing more transparent.”

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Mini Christmas trees to line town’s streets

By Olivia Taylor

Holmfirth Silents’ Jonathan Best will be playing a live piano score at a screening.

Group to help celebrate 100 years of cinema A HOLMFIRTH group which plays live music alongside silent movies of the golden age is helping to celebrate 100 years of cinema.

Jonathan Best, of Holmfirth Silents, will be playing a live piano score at the Phantom of the Opera movie screening which helps celebrate Penistone Paramount’s milestone birth-

day.

Jonathan said: “Phantom of the Opera is one of the greatest of early Hollywood’s films - emotional and dramatic, thrilling and creepy all at once. Seeing a great silent film with live music is an experience like no other and I’m thrilled that Holmfirth Silents will help the Penistone Paramount cele-

brate its centenary with this amazing film.”

Holmfirth Silents has been presenting silent film with live music for a year now, including shows as part of the Huddersfield Big Screen series in the summer, and regular screenings in Holmfirth and Hepworth.

The event will be on November 17.

HoTT hosting events ahead of climate conference

HOLMFIRTH Transition Town( HoTT) is holding two free events for locals in the run up to the world meeting of the United Nations Climate Change Conference.

The events will take place

next month at Holmfirth Civic Hall and Holmfirth Methodist Church with talks from Paul Rogers, professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University and a climate change workshop.

HoTT are aiming to show locals what other communitied are doing to combat climate change and what we can do about it in the Holme Valley. For more information visit http://www.hott.org.uk/

SCORES of mini Christmas trees are to line the streets of Holmfirth as part of this year’s festivities.

More than 70 shops and businesses have been given mini trees to trim up by local forester Tim Kirk to make the village look more Christmassy.

Tim said: “It’s all about building a nice spirit in the town, it’s a family afternoon and it’s about remembering the magic.”

The Christmas light switch on is set to take place on November 28. The Women’s Institute will be giving children the opportunity to take part in a crafts workshop, and The Little Shop of Loveliness will be face-painting.

Coun Rachel Hogley said:“We’ve moved away from just switching lights on because sometimes it can be an anti-climax, this is more like an afternoon of Christmas festivities.”

The event promises to provide something for all the family with Elsa and Ana pressing the button to light up the town and a variety of local community groups from Hope Bank Youth Band to the

Local forester Tim Kirk with Coun Rachel Hogley and some of the Christmas trees.

Simon Wood from the Community Choir taking Hope Bank Band and part in a parade.

Community Choir said: Rachel added: “We’re “We’ve done it dozens of looking to make the most times but it’s always lovely of what we’ve got, we want to be involved with all the to make Christmas in community projects and we Holmfirth even more comthoroughly enjoy doing it.” munity based.

The parade will start at “I’ve been delighted by 3pm from Holmfirth how many people want to Methodist Church, go down get involved with the to Huddersfield Road and parade and the support then back to the bus staoffered by local businesses tion. and residents.”

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plans to New project to provide homeless Family turn home into with a bag of winter essentials boutique hotel

By Nicola Hyde

A NEW project to help the Holme Valley’s homeless community has been launched which will provide them with a bag of essentials to get them through the winter.

Gail Sykes and Katy Livings are heading up the local Rucksack Project – their own take on the worldwide movement to help the homeless during the freezing winter months.

Gail, part owner of Burgundy Care based at the Queen’s Square Business Park in Honley, said: “I always try to do my bit to help the homeless and when someone added me to the Rucksack Project’s facebook page I thought it was a great idea. We didn’t have one in FACTBOX What to donate: A large rucksack A sleeping bag A woolly hat Gloves Scarf Underwear Socks A fleece A Thermos flask (leave this empty)

Huddersfield, so we thought we’d take it on.

“I have volunteered at Shelter before and if I see anyone homeless I always try to buy them a coffee and a sandwich but I liked this idea because it is something as simple as one person doing something to help another.”

The idea is you fill a rucksack with essential items like a flask, spoon, gloves, hat and then it is handed out to someone in need.

Already local projects like Wish Project, Mission at the Welcome Centre and the Swan Lane Project have agreed to hand out the bags in December.

But more locals are needed to donate the bags – and Holmfirth

businesses are needed to sign up to be collection points.

Gail added: “The stuff you put into the bag doesn’t have to be new, so charity shops can benefit from this as well. It’s just about putting in what you can afford, I picked up a lovely winter coat for £2 in a charity shop.

“We set ourselves a target that we wanted to be able to give out 10 bags and we already have four so I’m hopeful we will get more in.

“In our area we are fortunate not to have many street sleepers, our homeless people are in a hostel or a shelter.

“But they still could do with basic supplies for winter.

“You don’t know how quickly your circum-

A few tins of soup with ringpulls (easy to open) A spoon Try to ensure clothing is Unisex and medium in size as many homeless people are underweight.

Other popular items to add: Extra food – high car-

bohydrate foods are best Books Toothbrush and toothpaste A basic First Aid kit (no medicines) Roll-up tobacco Pet food Things not to include: It's obviously important not to include any

Gail Sykes with some of the donated rucksacks. stances change, I’m in quite a fortunate position now but I have done the whole sofa surfing in the past when life hasn’t gone sharp items in your packs. No alcohol or money.

The drop off points locally are: Burgundy Care Services – Honley ChezPlay – Slaithwaite The Railway Inn – Marsden Taylor Funeral Home – Cowlersley

my way and family members have had to help. It’s not easy and I know you can’t take anything for granted.”

Active Bodies – Milnsbridge Funky Vinyl – Milnsbridge Painted People – Birkby (Over 18s only) The Radcliffe Arms – Almondbury The Lifestyle Centre – Scisset Salvation Army – Lindley

A FAMILY home in Netherthong may be converted into a boutique hotel if Kirklees Council gives the go ahead.

Paul and Helen Farmiloe, of Church Street, have applied for planning permission to change the use of their family home – a Georgian period property with attached grade two listed three-storey weaver’s cottage – into a hotel.

A+DP Architecture+Design Partnership are working on the proposal for the property which lies in the Netherthong/Deanhouse conservation area. The proposal outlines no changes to the exterior of the building and says access would be off New Road and Church Street.

In a report prepared for the council, Natalie Garside, partner A+DP, said: “The property is thought to have always been a working home and has provided a family home to the applicants since 1988.

“However with their family now grown up the house has been on the market to sell for a number of years. Providing nine-bedroom accommodation across the house and the cottage this large property is only viable to a limited market and consequently the applicants have been unable to sell.

“This application for change of use is to try and provide a new use that will allow the property to continue to thrive and to return to its roots as a working property.

“The proposed use will not have any detriment to the character of the original building and will in fact provide the property with a new lease of life.”

People can give their views on the application until November.

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From humble roots, the Honley Christmas Lights Switch On has almost trebled in size in just three years. Reporter Nicola Hyde finds out why.

Last year’s Santa’s grotto at Honley Christmas lights (left) and Father Christmas on his sleigh at the procession (right).

Photos by Sandie Nicholson

Family event raises much-needed funds IT was back in 2012 when a small group of local businesses decided to team up to put on a festive family event to raise much-needed funds.

Honley Business Association organised a Christmas parade event, and business members sponsored 36 festive trees to line the main street through the village.

This year, more than 100 trees will mark the festive countdown - but volunteers are needed to help the event run smoothly.

June McLean, of Zebra Jewellery, said: “We have the parade from St Mary’s Church to Honley Park but we need marshalls to help us with traffic. Even though we do have roadblocks, we want to make it as safe as possible and it would be useful to have a few more people to speak to the cars and send them down another route.”

Eight volunteer stewards

marshalled the event last year - and although 13 have already signed up for this year June reckons the number they need is nearer to 20 to account for the success of the event.

She said: “It’s really fantastic that it has grown year on year, we had 1,000 people come to the parade last year and we are expecting even more than that this year.

Obviously, the more people we have marshalling the event, the safer it will be.”

This year, the Honley Business Association will have a tent offering chocolates for the children as well as tea and coffee for adults.

Volunteers are also needed to help there.

She said: “It really is all hands on deck and this is something that is great for the whole community.

There’s so much more involvement from everyone this year, business and com-

munity, which is wonderful as that’s what we want. We had 36 trees in the first year, 80 in the second and over 100 this year and we are thrilled with what’s been achieved.”

June said more businesses than ever have come on board to support the event after seeing the success of the previous few years. She said now, rather than just the shops on the main street, those tucked away in more remote side streets have also joined in on the festivities.

The event takes place on November 21 and includes live entertainment, festive food and drink, a brass band procession through the village, firework display, and Santa.

The programme in Honley Park includes fairground rides plus on stage entertainment from DJ Dee Jay commencing at 3pm through to 9pm (weather permitting).

Honley Business Association members (from left) Janet Bebb, June McLean, Sandie Nicholson, Philip Lofthouse, Brenda Bodenham and Adele Oxley. Picture: Scott Bairstow At 6pm the official lights Honley Band will be providThe entertainment proswitch on will be performed ing entertainment as memgramme includes Hope Bank bers of the procession arrive. by Safari Sam, followed by a Community Choir, Hey spectacular firework display.

At 5.55pm the traditional Diddles and Bongo Beats, Christmas parade, including Anyone wishing to volunHoot, and the Samba Band.

Santa on his sleigh, will proteer for the event should The traditional Christmas ceed down Church Street, contact June on 01484 parade will gather outside St along Westgate and into 661007 or email zebrajewMary’s Church at 5.40pm, elleryltd@ntlworld.com. where the Yorkshire Traction Honley Park.

Pub hosts X Factor-style competition for karaoke lovers A GROUP of television lovers have come together to organise an X Factor style competition for locals to take part in.

The second Saturday of

every month sees groups of karaoke lovers come together in The Clothiers Arms pub in Netherthong to take part in the competition.

Organiser Graham Hoyle said: “I thought that while everyone was enjoying X Factor why not do our own little one, there’s even four judges.”

Honley High School pupils with the rice they sold as part of the fairandfunky event.

Honley High School wins rice challenge HONLEY High School took on the fairandfunky rice challenge and won.

Fairandfunky launched the 90kg rice challenge from Just Trading Scotland, aiming to sell 90kg of rice three times over.

The rice challenge was embraced by schools across

the region with Holme School selling rice at a Fairtrade coffee afternoon, Meltham C of E hosting the rice challenge at the school Farmer’s Market, and St. Aidan’s CE School taking on the challenge with parents.

Liz Tandy, Honley assistant headteacher, said: “The Rice

Challenge provides an ideal opportunity for our students, families and staff to be involved in a project that shares our values and ultimately provides the opportunity of education and empowerment to families in Malawi. It is an honour to be involved in this challenge.”

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Golf day raises £7,000 for Meningitis charity

By Olivia Taylor A BUSINESSMAN who almost lost his grandson to the deadly meningitis disease has raised almost £7,000 for charity.

Mark Ronan, of Ronan Developments Ltd, hosted a charity golf day at Meltham Golf Club to raise money for Meningitis Now. Mark’s grandson Lewis contracted the disease whilst on holiday – and survived thanks to the swift action of those around him.

But family friend Ian Watkinson wasn’t as lucky – he lost his grandson Charlie Mann to the disease when he was just 16 weeks old.

Mark said: “It was only because there was a nurse travelling with Lewis and she spotted the signs at a very early stage that he pulled through.

“He was taken to hospital and given treatment quickly and that made all the difference.

“What happened to Ian’s family was a tragedy and we want to do our part to raise awareness and funds by doing events like this.”

Ian added: “I can’t thank Mark and Ronan Developments enough for what they’re doing, the support means a lot to me and

Hade Edge Band with their trophy and musical director Jonathan Beatty.

Band celebrates successes at Rochdale

Ian Watkinson and Mark Ronan.

Glennon, whose team knowing this money is going emerged victorious with a towards research into the score of 96 points. condition and treatments for Matt added: “It’s been it is so important.”

Eighty golfers competed in great to beat off the competition but today is about the one day competition in Meningitis Now and how we October including local can do our small part to help sportsmen including this charity.”

Huddersfield Giants’ team An auction plus donations captain Danny Brough, forfrom all those who took part mer Fartown player and means a grand total of £6,800 coach Brian Blacker and exhas been raised.

Terriers’ keeper Matt

HADE Edge Band triumphed at the Rochdale Brass Band contest, beating off competition from both sides of the Pennines to claim first prize.

The band’s principal euphonium player David Smith also picked up the prize for best instrumentalist having impressed the judges with a challenging solo.

A total of five bands com-

peted in the First Section of the contest held in Rochdale Town Hall.

Jonathan Beatty, Hade Edge Band’s musical director, said: “We were up against tough competition so this is a fantastic result for the band.

“Coming off stage we were pleased with the performance and felt we’d played

well, especially since the piece, ‘Of Distant Memories’

by Edward Gregson, is extremely taxing for every player.”

The Rochdale contest is an annual event organised by the North West Area Brass Band Association.

More than 40 bands competed over the course of the weekend.

Residents asked to take part in Community Challenge KIRKLEES residents have been asked to take part in this year’s Community Challenge.

It will ask local people to share with the council, what they will do to help the community, and what they think

money should be spent on in 2016/2017.

There are 12 things to choose from – these range from simple things, such as picking up litter on the street – to things that require a bit more time and dedication,

such as applying to become a school governor.

People can take part in the surveys at www.kirkleestalk .org. The results of this joint engagement and consultation will be reported to the full council in January 2016.

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Scores of crafts people in Nepal have been employed to create Holmfirth’s Fair Trader’s first own-brand collection. The collection, which have all been designed in house, includes felt slippers, knitted slipper socks and ceramics. 100 women working from home to produce the slipper socks, as well as 70 making slippers. Another 18 people work for the ceramic company, making hand-thrown mugs.

Police urge residents to secure their sheds

By Nicola Hyde GANGS of criminals are capitalising on easy target burglaries by stealing from scores of unsecured sheds across the Holme Valley.

PC Sally Baines, from the Kirklees Rural Policing Team, estimates there’s around four shed break-ins a week reported in the area – with many more going unreported to police.

She is urging residents to take precautions to secure their belongings and believes the criminals are deliberately moving from village to village.

She added: “As much as I would love to have a crystal ball to know where they are going next, we just don’t know.

It moves around.

“What we are finding is they might do a couple one week in Netherthong and then when they have exhausted the opportunities available to them they move on to the next village.

“We do keep giving out the prevention message because you can’t assume just because it’s down a path in your back garden it’s safe. People will come down and they will steal from you.

“It’s really unfortunate that victims of crime have to learn the hard way and we’ve heard from so many people that their sheds were unlocked and they thought they were safe.”

PC Baines said shed crime is usually higher in the Summer season and

PC Sally Baines trails off in winter – but the number of shed burglaries this year has stayed consistent.

Thieves have taken high ticket items like tools, gardening equipment, leaf blowers and bikes.

She added: “We are always prepared for a lot of this type of crime in the Summer because the

opportunity is there to turn it around quickly – they take stuff from people’s sheds and then that same weekend are selling it off at a car boot.

“But this year it seems to be continuing into winter and we need people to look at their security. A pound shop padlock isn’t going to keep them out.

“People inspired by the Tour De France have paid out hundreds of pounds for bikes, but then they are being kept in unsecure sheds.

“I don’t want to nag but people need to protect themselves because in many cases you will be hard pushed to get insurance to pay out if you tell them it was in an unlocked shed in your garden.”

Photographer adds wintry scenes to his collection of handmade cards

A LOCAL landscape photographer is adding wintry views of summer wine country to his collection of hand-made cards.

Landscape photographer, Andy Leader, is selling his collection of winter landscapes through shops and fairs around the area. The images, which feature Digley Reservoir, Holmfirth and a view of Castle Hill, were all taken last Christmas around the time of the heavy snow.

Andy said: “People enjoy buying local cards and I thought it would be good to have some wintry views that people could send to friends and rela-

tives.

“Last winter’s snow was amazing and an ideal opportunity to capture the Holme Valley at its most beautiful.

“In the past my cards have been sent as far afield as Camp Bastion in Afghanistan and the British Antarctic Survey base – it’s amazing to think of people on the other side of the world enjoying my photographs of the Holme Valley.”

Andy is a regular walker around the Holme and Colne Valleys and his photographs can frequently be seen on BBC Look North’s local weather forecasts.

Andy Leader, is selling his collection of winter landscapes at shops and fairs.

Filmmaker creates Holmfirth timelapse

By Bronte Matthews AN AMATEUR filmmaker has wowed the people of Holmfirth by creating a breathtaking timelapse and slow motion video of the town.

Roger Kinder, of Meltham, told the Review that the film showing 24 hours in Holmfirth and surrounding areas in just three minutes was not intentional.

It all started when Roger noticed a lovely sunset one morning and went up on the moors.

He created a very short timelapse video of the clouds.

He said: “I was really pleased how it turned out so went up to the moors again and took some more

and started to stitch them together.

“It was while I was sat waiting for the camera to process the images that I looked down into Holmfirth and just had the idea of a Dawn to Dusk theme.”

The film was not without its difficulties with some scenes very hard to achieve – particularly the sunrise.

Roger had to abandon a few visits after getting up at 5am, driving to Holme Moss and finding it covered in thick cloud.

It took three weeks to complete with around 20,000 stills stitched together for timelapse scenes.

Despite having enough footage for a 10-minute

The film showing 24 hours in Holmfirth and surrounding areas in just three minutes was not intentional. film, Roger wanted to keep ness and out enjoying it to three minutes. themselves.”

He said: “I really wanted As well as being a talentto keep away from the ed amateur filmmaker, Last of the Summer Wine Roger is a songwriter with angle of Holmfirth and just an international music focus on the town as a publishing deal. bustling West Yorkshire The video can be Mill town surrounded by watched at dramatic scenery with peo- https://vimeo.com/1391269 ple going about their busi73

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Lisa recruiting princesses for launch of her new business

By Nicola Hyde

The various princesses recruited by Lisa with birthday cakes.

A LOCAL mum with a passion for fairy stories is recruiting a team of princesses in a bid to help her launch her new business.

Lisa Kendall, of St Mary’s Rise, Netherthong, will be opening a special princess training school in January to find a team of princesses that will provide magic at events across the borough.

The business – called Friendly Fairytales – is having its first public foray at the Holmfirth Christmas Lights Switch On, with an appearance by Ana and Elsa from Frozen.

Lisa, who works for road safety charity BRAKE, said: “It all started because I was asked to provide an Ana and Elsa for an event my friend was doing at the vineyard.

Everyone knows I’m interested in amateur dramatics and shows.

“I sent up my daughters and the response was phenomenal. Kids want to hold their hand and talk to them and it just went from there.

“I was talking to some friends of mine who are Disney geeks like me and I just thought there isn’t anything like this in Holmfirth.

“I’m sadly too old to be a princess myself now so I need to find some to train up for the job and put them through princess school before they go out into the community.”

Lisa’s first princesses were her daughters Tamsin and Emily - but they are now studying. Lisa is looking forward to planning many events – like High Tea with Cinderella and Dancing with Snow White and is looking for local venues.

She added: “I am auditioning princesses at the moment. I will be training them on how to be a princess – etiquette, history of the princess, the way to behave, the way to speak and interact with the children.

“I am insistent that my princesses are in character throughout and that the children will 100 per cent believe they are talking to the real princess.”

Friendly Fairytales will be offering local children a free meet and greet with Ana and Elsa – outside Imagine toy shop on November 28 between 2pm and 4pm.

Lisa Kendall of Friendly Fairy Tales.

Picture: Scott Bairstow

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Some of the crafts that Carole Heaton will be selling at her first Holmbridge Rural Fair in November, which will also feature a Santa’s grotto and a face painter.

Vicar’s wife launches her own craft market to raise money for church

By Nicola Hyde A VICAR’S wife who had to give up work due to ill heath has launched her own craft market to raise money for the church.

Mum-of-two Carole Heaton had to give up a high-powered job as a finance manager in Leeds earlier this year after battling with chronic fatigue which started the previous Spring.

Now, she plans to raise funds for St David’s Church at Holmbridge through the Holmbridge Rural Fair and says if her first event in November is a success it’s something she may continue regularly.

She said: “I've always enjoyed being creative, be it

making curtains, blinds and cushions or painting and making cards.

“So to aid my recovery I am spending my time crafting, which I find really therapeutic and relaxing.

“Never one to think small, I decided why not expand my horizons and encourage other local folk in their businesses and crafting by organising a quality fair where we can come together for the benefit of all, and put on a great event for the community.

“If this goes well we are hoping to repeat it each year, and are also going to consider a summer fair in 2016 if I've got my energy back after this one.”

Carole has brought togeth-

Stadium hosts show KIRKLEES Council is holding its third annual Kirklees Autism Show at the John Smith Stadium on Wednesday, November 11 from 1pm-5pm.

The event includes 50 stalls covering information on a range of subjects.

Gary Wainwright, Kirklees Council’s partnership commissioning manager for learning disabilities, said: “It’s never too early for people with younger children to start planning ahead.

“There will be an opportunity to speak to professionals to find out more about things that are important to people on the autism spectrum, such as employment, transition, housing, leisure activities, diagnosis, activities, education and much more.”

For more information visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/autism

Carole has brought together a team of local artisans for the event. er a team of local artisans knits, jewellery and wood host the Summer Wines who will all be showcasing turning.

Trails, as well as being a lettheir wares ranging from She added: “We already ting venue for local groups toys and gifts, produce, have a great community bon- and events, including some homewares, soap, hand fire at the parish hall and fabulous wedding parties, so

it is an ideal location for the rural fair.

“One of our traders is a fundraiser for the Forget Me Not children's trust and another supports a children's project in Kenya, so all their profits are going to their chosen charities which is great news.

“Some of our traders have only launched their businesses in the last year or so and many work from home, so giving them extra publicity by showcasing them at the fair is an excellent way to support their new ventures.”

The event will be on November 21 from 10 to 4pm at the Holmbridge parish hall on Woodhead Road. There will be a Santa’s grotto and a face painter.

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Parliamentary Corner

More treats for the Busy with preparations Holme Valley’s pets with Jason McCartney MP

for my third Jobs Fair I’M writing this month’s column on the train down to London.

Me and my team are busy with the preparations for my third Jobs Fair which will be held at the Holmfirth Civic Hall on Friday, November 20 between 4pm and 7pm.

Brockholes based Rosenbauer UK have kindly sponsored the event which will see 30 local companies and organisations offering jobs, apprenticeships, work experience and advice.

Longley Farm, HR Blowers, Syngenta and Camira Fabrics are amongst those attending. I’m proud to have recently taken on an apprentice in my Holmfirth office.

Talking of jobs – I took the opportunity to go out in a HGV on a visit to road haulage firm Tom Moorhouse & Son Ltd in Honley as part of the Love the Lorry week. The campaign was created by the Road Haulage Association to raise awareness of the HGV driver shortage and to encourage a new generation of drivers to get involved.

There is currently a shortfall of 45,000 HGV drivers in the UK and over the next two years a further 35,000 existing drivers are due to retire, furthermore due to economic growth it is predicted that by 2020 that the UK will require an extra 150,000 new drivers.

I was delighted to officially open the new Holmfirth Post Office alongside Postmaster Hardeep Singh and his wife Jazz. The modernised branch, including a WH Smith’s franchise, will have extended opening hours from 8am-6pm Monday to Saturday.

Half term week saw me welcoming many local visitors to the Houses of Parliament. Details below if you’d like to visit too, everyone is welcome. I enjoyed welcoming the ladies from the Holmfirth Inner Wheel.

Organised by their new President Ann Lowe, members of the club had a tour of The Houses of Parliament, a Q&A session with myself and then they watched a debate in the

House of Commons gallery. I also thanked them for their hard work in our area including their recent work on the Gardens of the Holme Valley Memorial Hospital.

As always, if you would like to visit Parliament, or ever need my help, please get in touch. My Holmfirth office is at 24 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS opposite Ashley Jackson’s gallery. Telephone 01484 688364 or 688378 and email jason.mccartney.mp@parliament.uk Jason McCartney MP Member of Parliament for Colne Valley

HOLME Valley Pets and Supplies in Thongsbridge are now the only stockist in the area of the sought after Natures Menu products.

Natures Menu are proud to be the leading experts in genuinely natural raw dog and cat food. Their family has been producing raw foods for pets since 1981.

They still have many of the original local Norfolk farmers providing them with great quality human grade meat portions for their prize winning pet foods. With over 30 years’ experience they employ a great team of raw experts committed to selecting the finest ingredients.

They believe in returning to Mother Nature for her unrivalled recipes, solutions to common health issues and happier, contented pets.

Their knowledge and expertise creates foods that nourish your pet on all levels: active bodies, healthy minds, happy souls.

Natures Menu produce a wide range of foods for your pets and know a raw diet for dogs and cats is the best and most naturally compatible food for them to eat.

Toni Woodhead, owner of Holme Valley Pets and Supplies, said: “Customers

were asking if we could stock Natures Menu and I am pleased to say we now have a fully stocked double door freezer full of Natures

Menu raw foods and treats for cats and dogs. The pets just love it.”

For further information call 01484 689999.

Business is potentially one of Holmfirth’s best-kept secrets T KIRK Forestry is potentially one of Holmfirth’s bestkept secrets.

Trading as TKF Training they provide training and assessment for the tree surgeons, foresters, farmers and many more industries that require their services.

Some of these include the Forestry Commission, National Trust, Environment Agency, Network Rail and Manchester fire service.

The company is very proud to offer training for ex-military personnel as part of their re-settlement process.

Having a fully functional, practical training centre, many of the training courses

are aimed at individuals and small business.

The facilities allow TKF to regularly run a variety of courses such as chainsaw, climbing and aerial rescue, first aid, manual handling and 4x4 – off road training.

There are two sites – one on Cross Gate Road in Holmfirth and the forest, which includes an ecofriendly log cabin, is based in Holme Styes Wood at Hade Edge.

There is a vast array of facilities which are available for hire including workshops, classrooms and meeting rooms.

Many companies have used these facilities for pho-

tos shoots including locally based knitwear designer Kim Hargreaves. There has even been a visit from The General Lee, and Art in the Woods is held here.

At this time of year the focus turns to the sale of Christmas trees, some of which can be seen dotted around the village, mounted on the shop fronts.

The trees can be purchased from the main office on Cross Gate Road seven days a week on the run up to Christmas.

Choose from traditional Norway Spruces or Nordmanns varieties. Please call to make enquiries about prices.

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Plan now to look your best ...

OFFICE party, big night out, the festive family gathering once-a-year special occasions which may be looming large in your diary over the coming Christmas season.

It’s the time of year when your social life is at its liveliest and you really want to look your best, but to achieve that goal, you need a plan of action, starting now.

Capturing the elusive festive feelgood factor can be a bit of an uphill battle if the weather suddenly takes a turn for the wintry.

Plummeting temperatures and precious few hours of daylight, let alone sunshine, can leave many of us feeling at a low ebb.

A few simple steps will help you maintain – or regain – a healthy glow.

Keep up with any regular beauty treatments or consider starting one or more new treatments.

Get as much as exercise as you can, try to eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and make sure you are getting your full intake of daily vitamins.

Think positive and treat yourself to a fabulous new look.

Book an appointment with your hairdresser and visit one of our local beauty salons, which offer a range of facial, body and nail treatments, manicures, pedicures

and much more.

Remember to arrange your appointments in good time, don't leave them to chance.

Thinking ahead to the week immediately before Christmas, it would be a wise move to check well in advance when your hairdresser or beautician is going be available.

Now is the time to get yourself organised and summon up all the motivation you can muster, whether you feel the need to lose some weight to get into that fabulous new outfit, or simply want to get fit and stay healthy during the festive period and the rest of the winter.

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What’s On Guide

Part of your community

with Michael Wallbank

Joanne Thackray with her two dogs Tilly and Milo.

Picture: Scott Bairstow

Joanne wants law changing after dog attacks leaves her with bills of almost £1,000

By Nicola Hyde

A DOG-WALKER is petitioning for a change in the law after being left with almost £1,000 worth of vet bills after her pets were attacked by other dogs.

Joanne Thackray says the latest attack on her dog Milo was the final straw and she’s now secured the help of local MP Jason McCartney to launch a petition to call for government action.

Joanne believes that pet owners should be forced to muzzle their dogs if they have a history of attacking other animals – and she wants owners to be fined when they attack in a bid to force them to become more responsible.

Joanne said: “I know people who aren’t dog lovers

might not understand but when something attacks your dog it’s just as bad as someone attacking your child – they are your family.

“Something needs to be done about the fact that a dog can cause serious damage to another dog – and nothing is done.”

Joanne, of Summer Street, Netherton has two dogs – Milo and Tilly – that have been attacked several times in the past. The latest attack on Milo – outside a supermarket in Netherton – was the final straw.

She said: “The other dog just lunged and slipped its lead, the owner admitted he wasn’t paying attention, he was on his phone. That ended up being a £400 vet bill because Milo had to be put to sleep and had to have

stitches in his leg and shoulder.

“Dogs keep getting attacked and something needs to be done. You ring the police and they say they can’t do anything because it’s dog on dog, but that isn’t right.

“I feel sick now every time I have to open my door to take them on a walk and last time they were attacked I didn’t take them in the woods for a month. I’m on my guard now all the time, and it’s not fair.

“A dog can be a weapon, and they are just as dangerous to other dogs as they are to people. I just think it’s ridiculous that you can be fined for not picking up dog poo, but there’s no punishment for if your dog attacks another dog. It’s wrong.”

Concert to feature a variety of festive music HONLEY Ladies Choir present their Christmas concert, The colours of Christmas, from 7.30pm on Thursday, December 10, at St. Mary’s Church in Honley.

There will be a wide variety of festive music ranging from traditional and classical through to swing.

The choir will also be joined by surprise guests.

Tickets, which include refreshments, cost £8 and are available from Hilary Scholes on 01484 304972, via the choir’s website www.honleyladies.co.uk or on the door.

There are other oppor-

tunities to hear the choir when they are busking in aid of charity.

Firstly, at Trinity Church in Honley at 1pm on Saturday, December 5, as part of the village street fair. Secondly, at 1pm on Sunday, December 13 at the Carding Shed in Hepworth.

Saturday November 14 – Sunday 15, Kirklees Light Railway: A Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends Percy, Toby and Mavis, with platform rides, face painting, ‘imagination station’, miniature train and donkey rides. Location: Park Mill Way, Clayton West (HD8 9XJ) off A636 Wakefield Road. More information 01484 865727, info@kirkleeslightrailway.com Saturday November 14, Scholes Methodist Church: November Fair, cakes, preserves, handicrafts, jewellery, bric-a-brac and much more, light lunches, free magic show, entertainment by church singers and Scholes J & I School Choir, Admission 50p, free for children.

Saturday 14 – Saturday 21, Penistone Paramount: Sat 14, 2.30pm, Nigel Ogden, host of BBC Radio 2’s The Organist Entertains, playing the Mighty Compton Paramount organ: Weds 18, 7.30pm, Mike Harding – The Adventures of the Crumpsall Kid; Saturday 21, 7.30pm, The ELO Experience – a musical journey through time. Ticket information 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Sunday November 15 and December 6, Holmfirth Farmers’ Market: quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more, in the Market Hall, 9am-2pm. Information line 01484 223730.

Sunday November 15, Durker Roods Hotel, Meltham: Charity Coffee Morning, in aid of Manorlands Hospice. Come along for a cup of tea and a slice of cake, 11am-2pm. All donations welcome.

Sunday November 15, Trinity Church, Honley: ‘Holmfirth Pool’ guided walk led by Bert Neary, sets off from the church at 2.15pm, latest in the monthly series organised by Honley Civic Society.

Monday November 16 – Thursday 19, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Mon 16-Tues 17, 7.30pm, Circus Mayhem, featuring an awesome speed painter, a spectacular slapstick clowning trio and a back-pedalling pianist; Thurs 19, 7.45pm, Outsiders, compelling re-imagining of Albert Camus’ classic existentialist novel.

Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Tuesday November 17, Huddersfield Birdwatchers Club: AGM and illustrated talk ‘Cuba’ by Alf King, at Huddersfield Town Hall, 7.30-9pm.

Free admission. Contact Mike Denton 01484 646990 Saturday November 21, Holmbridge Rural Christmas Fair: in the Village Hall with over 20 stalls selling crafts, gifts, toys, jewellery, Christmas decorations, homeware and produce from local businesses and crafters, plus café and Santa’s grotto, 10am-4pm. All proceeds to St David’s Church.

Saturday November 21, Brockholes Village Trust: Christmas Fayre and Craft Sale, in the Village Hall, more than a dozen stalls including locally produced bread, cakes and cider as well as a range of high quality craft and gift stalls, 11am-5pm.

Saturday November 21, Honley Christmas Lights Switch On: free event in Honley People’s Park, with local musical entertainment, Santa’s Grotto, face painting, and plenty of food and drinks for all, 3pm-9pm.

The grand ‘Lights Parade’ will set out with a band from St Mary’s Parish Church at 5.45pm, ending with a firework display at 6pm in the park.

Saturday November 21, Holmfirth & Meltham Lions Club: A Yorkshire Music Night at Holmfirth Civic Hall, with Yorkshire songwriter Roger Davies and Grinah, supported

by Surplus and Beaumont Park Ukulele Ensemble, 7pm, £10. Bar refreshments by The Nook, Holmfirth. Tickets: phone 07921 132 542, email holmfirthandmelthamlions@gmail.com Saturday November 21, Huddersfield Town Hall: Verdi’s Requiem, played by Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra conducted

by Benjamin Ellin, featuring Bradford Festival Chorus, 7.30pm.

Ticket information 01484 223200.

Monday November 23 – Saturday 28, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Mon 23, 7.45pm, Me and Mr C – actor and comedian Gary Kitching’s portrayal of life with a critical inner voice – in the form of a hideous ventriloquist’s dummy – is funny, disturbing and poignant; Thurs 26, 7.30pm, Phoenix Dance Theatre – contemporary dance; Fri 27, 8pm, Paul Sinha: Postcards from the Z List, fearsomely clever former

GP and star of ITV’s The Chase with his critically-acclaimed new show; Sat 28, 11am and 2pm, Old Mother Hubbard and Her Cupboard, 3pm and 7pm, Exit 25 Theatre School presents Beauty and The Beast. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Wednesday November 25 – Saturday 28, National Trust, Marsden Moor: Weds 25, 10.45am1pm, Health Walk, enjoy fresh air, great scenery and good company; Sat 28, 10am, March Haigh Circular Walk including March Haigh Reservoir and the historic Eastergate Bridge. More information 01484 847016, marsdenmoor@ nationaltrust.org.uk Thursday November 26 – Saturday 28, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Thurs 26, Open mic night in the Box Office bar, free pork pie with a pint; Sat 28, Limehouse Lizzy, internationally acclaimed band keeping alive the spirit of Phil Lynott, Gary Moore and Thin Lizzy. Tickets available from the bar (evenings) or online www.picturedrome.net Thursday November 26 – Saturday 28, Penistone Paramount: John Kelly’s Mr Scrooge, Christmas musical family show with toe-tapping songs and traditional Christmas carols, 7.15pm nightly + 2.15pm Saturday. Ticket information 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Friday November 27, Hepworth Junior & Infant School: Christmas Fair with lots of fun stalls, gifts, refreshments, raffle, sausage sandwiches and chance to meet Santa in his grotto, 3.15pm- 5pm.

Friday November 27, Brockholes Village Hall: One Voice Male Voice Choir, uplifting evening for all, with a finger buffet. Tickets: £9, £6 (under 16s) available from Brockholes Post Office, Honley DIY & Pet Supplies or by phone 01484 662079 / 662870.

Saturday November 28, Christ Church, New Mill: Christmas Market with gift stalls, local crafts and produce, barbecue, chestnuts and mulled wine, carol singing and live music, face-painting, mince pies, Christmas cakes and more, 10am-3pm. Contact Jane Rodgers 01484 684745 or 07870 317 812.

Saturday November 28, HepworthLive at the Village Hall: Kimbers Men, probably the finest and funniest purveyors of sea shanties in Europe, a group who never fail to entertain, as recently featured on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch. Tickets £12, available online at wegottickets.com Sunday November 29, Holmfirth High School PTA: Christmas Gift and Craft Fair at the Community Sports Centre, Heys Road, Thongsbridge, crafts, local produce, gifts, festive tea room, music played by the school brass band, 10am4pm.

Sunday November 29, The Carding Shed, Hepworth: evening fundraiser for the Huddersfield Wind Band, 6.30pm-10pm. Tickets £10 including pie & pea supper. Contact 01484 680400 (venue), 07966 282 788 (band).

Sunday November 29, Film night at Holmfirth Picturedrome: White God (12A), must-see Cannes prize winning film in which an abandoned dog joins a canine revolt against their human abusers in state-run Hungary, 7.30pm (doors open 7pm).

Screening hosted by Holmfirth Film Festival.

Monday November 20 – Wednesday December 2, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Jump and Shout, a chance for local youngsters to break out their fancy footwork with a variety of dance routines, 7.30pm. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Monday November 30, Huddersfield Local History Society: World War II immigrants in Huddersfield, talk by Dr Janette Martin, at University of Huddersfield – Heritage Quay, 7.30pm.

Tuesday December 1, Honley Library: Christmas Cracker Poetry Readaround, organised by the library’s Friends group with special guest performers, acclaimed Honley Male Voice Choir Singers ‘8In-A-Bar’ followed by audience readings, 7pm-9pm, all welcome.

Admission by ticket only, £2 including festive refreshments. To reserve your place phone 01484 222340.

Tuesday December 1, Huddersfield Birdwatchers Club: Talk by Richard Baines, ‘From Goshawks to Humbacks’, at Huddersfield Town Hall, 7.30pm-9pm, free admission, all welcome. Contact Mike Denton 01484 646990.

Wednesday December 2 – Saturday

5, Panto time at Hepworth Village Hall: Cinderella – Wednesday only, pie and peas supper will be served in an extended interval, tickets £12.

Thurs-Sat, £6/£3. Show time 7.30pm nightly (Sat matinee has sold out).

Phone Ruth Brook 01484 686557 Thursday December 3 – Saturday 5, Penistone Paramount: Thurs 3, 7.30pm, The Blues Band; Fri 4, 7.30pm, St Agnes Fountain – ‘rhythmed up’ carols, festive music interspersed with laughter and spoken word; Sat 5, 2pm and 7pm, Vienna Festival Ballet presents The Nutcracker. Ticket information 01226 767532, penistoneparamount.co.uk Friday December 4, Scholes Methodist Church Garden: Lighting of the Scholes Christmas Tree and Community Carols accompanied by Skelmanthorpe Prospect Brass Band, 6.30pm. Coffee and mince pies served in church afterwards.

Friday December 4 – Sunday 6, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: It’s A Wonderful Life – magical story of Frank Capra’s iconic film, re-told as a radio play, with sound effects created live on stage. A loving tribute to the golden era of the wireless, it premiered in London last Christmas to packed houses, and was a Guardian Critic’s Choice. Show times Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.15pm and 7.30pm, Sun 2.15pm. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Friday December 4 – Saturday 5, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 4, The Jack Tars, bringing together Captain Sensible (The Damned), Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats), Chris Cheney (The Living End) and Mike Peters (The Alarm); Sat 5, Alabama 3, punk rock, blues and country techno and electro. Tickets available from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net Saturday December 5 – Sunday 6, Trinity Church, Honley: Christmas Tree Festival, over 40 decorated trees, music from Yorkshire Traction Honley Band and Honley Ladies Choir, hot and cold food, drinks, cake stall and children’s area. Admission £1, accompanied children free. Open Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 2-4pm. Also: Sat, St Mary’s Church Christmas Street Market, contact Cliff Green 01484 662873, f.green3@ntlworld.com and Honley Village Trust Christmas Art & Craft Fair, contact Debbie Flanagan 07814 141 485, dflanagan1304@ yahoo.co.uk Tuesday December 8 – Saturday 12, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: April In Paris, delicately-wrought comedy by John Godber revolves around Al and Bet, married couple living a monochrome life. Performances 7.15pm nightly + 2pm Saturday. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Thursday December 10, St Marys Church, Honley: join Honley Ladies Choir and surprise guests for The Colours of Christmas, an evening of festive entertainment. From traditional and classical through to swing, 7.30pm. Tickets £8 including refreshments. available from Hilary Scholes, 01484 605937, honleyladies.co.uk or on the door.

Friday December 11 – Monday 14, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Snow White, playful and imaginative take on the traditional fairy tale, set in a Yorkshire landscape. Show times Fri, 1.30pm and 7pm; Sat, 11am and 2.15pm; Mon, 10am. Box office 01484 430528, thelbt.org Friday December 11 – Monday 14, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri 11, Showaddywaddy, retro-inspired rock & rollers still in great demand after more than four decades; Mon 14, Lindisfarne Christmas Show, revival of a long-standing tradition.

Tickets available from the Box Office bar (evenings) or online at picturedrome.net Friday December 11, Brockholes Village Hall: Ceilidh with the Holme Valley Village Band, back by popular demand after April’s sellout event. Buffet supper including tea/coffee. Bring your own drinks.

Tickets: £9, £6 (under 16s) available from Brockholes Post Office, Honley DIY & Pet Supplies or by phone 01484 662079/662870.

Saturday December 12, Huddersfield Town Hall: Christmas with Honley Male Voice Choir and Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band, musical director Leigh Baker. Ticket information 01484 222444 (Holmfirth), 223200 (Huddersfield).

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Taking pride in Huddersfield There’s a lot more to Huddersfield Joinery than its name suggests.

The company does indeed boast an awardwinning team of City and Guilds qualified joiners which carries out top quality work but they are also award-winning building contractor and project management specialists.

A high percentage of the work carried out is conversions, extensions, alterations and internal

replanning properties.

of

existing

They also specialise in listed building work, restorations and bespoke new build projects.

And with over 40 years’ experience in all types of construction work plus many recommendations, including those from highly-respected local architects, Huddersfield Joinery is a firm you can trust.

Add to that the awards

they have won from local authorities and the Federation of Master Builders and you can be assured of a job well done.

Huddersfield Joinery… a local company that cares about Huddersfield and its people so much they named themselves after the town.

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Act now if you’re hoping for a Christmas meal out IF you are hoping to go out for a Christmas meal with family, friends or work colleagues, it's essential that you act now.

The festive season will soon be upon us so don't risk leaving it till the last minute to make that call, or your eagerly awaited gathering could easily end up a damp squib.

Advance booking is an absolute 'must' at this time of year, certainly as far as our more popular restaurants, pubs and bistros are concerned.

The clock is definitely ticking, so as long as you don't dither too much, hopefully there should still be time to reserve the table places that you need at the venue of your choice.

Fair to say, at this stage, it's a good idea to have a 'plan B' at least, and possibly a couple of other options as well.

As far as menu choices are concerned, many of us will veer towards the more traditional.

Even if our tastes tend to be wide and varied for the rest of the year, we'll merrily tell ourselves and anyone else who happens to be listening that it just wouldn't be Christmas without tucking into roast turkey and all the trimmings.

Others might be equally determined to choose an alternative main course, out of personal preference, a desire to be different, or a feeling that sometimes, especially over the course of a festive season, you can have

too much of a good thing.

Dining out on Christmas Day itself has become ever more popular in recent years.

You can save wear and tear on your nerves and furniture, enjoy spending more time with the kids and perhaps most importantly, let someone else do the washing up afterwards.

What are you waiting for?

Whatever day or evening you have in mind, pick up the phone and make that booking without delay!

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Black Cat Bistro in Holmfirth has been designed to look like a front room, and serves local ingredients depending on what is in season.

Photos: Liam Raby

Couple overwhelmed by restaurant’s success

By Olivia Taylor A COUPLE who bought a restaurant and designed it to look like their front room have been overwhelmed by its success.

Liam Root, 30 and Sophie Bebb, 26 have been owners of the Black Cat Bistro for three months, with Sophie taking care of front of house

and Liam looking after the kitchen.

Liam said: “It’s been a massive discipline for us, anyone running a business knows you have to knuckle down and get everything right.”

When the pair came into the industry they had the perfect idea of how they wanted the restaurant to

run, fair trade locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Everything down to the butter is made in house, and because they get their ingredients depending on what’s in season they change their menu every week.

Sophie said: “We get our veg from a local guy at Cartworth Moor, we work

our weekly menu around what he can offer us.”

The pair try to cater for the whole community with two vegetarian and vegan dishes on each weekly menu.

Liam said: “It’s a reflection of yourself so if you don’t try your absolute hardest then you’re going to let yourself down.”

The restaurant is very personal, from the 16 seats to the exposed kitchen, meaning that it gets booked up very quickly.

Sophie said: “I love that there are only 16 seats in the restaurant. I can actually go round and have a chat with everyone when I’m working, because it’s so small the customer service can be impec-

cable.”

Sophie has always been passionate about fair trade, co-owning fairandfunky – an online shop that stocks a range of different fair trade accessories, gifts and food.

The restaurant is now gearing up for Christmas – and promises to continue its tradition of using locally sourced and foraged food.

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Liz toasts success of her ‘quirky’venture

By Nicola Hyde

Liz Wood of Gerts Florist/Grape Room.

Photo: Scott Bairstow

A WOMAN who was almost forced to close her business due to a huge drop in trade is celebrating success after her quirky new venture has become the toast of the town.

Liz Wood bought Gert’s Florists 12 years ago and says a downturn in trade in 2012 almost caused her to fold – but a random idea led to the creation of Honley’s quirkiest wine bar.

Her shop trades as a florist by day and then three nights a week the blooms are moved to make way for wines and live music.

Liz, who worked for Sainsbury’s for eight years in their wines and spirits department, said she bought Gert’s because she didn’t want to stack shelves forever.

She paid for it herself to do an expensive floristry course and worked at Gert’s for six months before buying

the business outright.

She said: “The floristry business had been doing well and then suddenly in 2012 things got bad.

“I noticed that the ladies who used to come in every Saturday morning were coming in less and less.

“I would see them with blooms from the supermarkets, obviously not as nice quality as mine but perhaps cheaper. My flowers became a luxury they treated themselves to at Christmas, and not every week like they used to.

“At the same time, the wedding market got really difficult, people suddenly were leaving flowers as the last thing on their lists. They weren’t a priority and what they did want, they haggled for.

“It was difficult and I’ll be honest it was touch and go for a while as to if I should stay open. I’m not going to lie, there have been tears.”

In 2012 it was crunch-time and Liz knew she had to either close or diversify.

She used the expertise garnered in her role at Sainsbury’s and started selling bottles of wine for delivery with her flowers.

Then she decided to open up an intimate wine bar, for 30 customers, on the first Friday of each month.

Now, the Grape Room is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and has become so successful that Liz has questioned whether to close Gert’s altogether.

She said: “People are sometimes a bit bewildered by the concept and how the two businesses work together.

“But the quirkiness is what they like – and that’s why Gert’s will stay open. I’ve spent money making it into a proper wine bar and people are always interested to see how we turn it around.”

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Festive fare at Holmfirth Vineyard HOLMFIRTH Vineyard has been catering for discerning diners at its unique venue in the Holme Valley since 2011.

It is the perfect location to tuck into a hearty Yorkshire breakfast, while away an afternoon with a traditional afternoon tea on the terrace, or settle down to an evening meal from their a-la-carte menu.

Their enthusiastic team of chefs make every effort to source quality, seasonal produce from some of Yorkshire's finest producers. However, for a superb Christmas experience you can celebrate in style at the Vineyard with your friends, family and colleagues in the beautiful surroundings.

The tasting lounge is open throughout December serving delicious breakfasts from 9.30am then, from 12pm the Christmas Celebration menu is available – two courses £19.95 or three courses for £24.95.

The tasting lounge is also available for private parties throughout December for both dinner and buffet menus along

with a range of events that will make your Christmas event stand out from the crowd.

With seven acres of vineyard and unrivalled, panoramic views of the Holme Valley, Holmfirth Vineyard is a perfect destination for a unique day out. Make the most of your visit and try one of their twice daily tours.

You will learn about the history of the vineyard, from our Sommelier, what is grown and how it is managed.

You will be introduced

to the carefully selected modern varieties that are grown and have been developed to thrive in Northern latitudes.

You'll get a tour of the winery where you will learn about the winemaking process and get to taste three wines from the range.

Different packages are available for a great day out!

The Vineyard also boasts seven luxury, eco, selfcatering apartments with access to a swim jet pool and jacuzzi, infra-red

sports sauna and free wi-fi.

The restaurant and café is open for breakfast every day all day from 9.30am, lunch and a-la-carte menu available Sunday to Thursday until 6pm, Friday and Saturday until 8.30pm.

Coffee and cakes and afternoon teas are available every day. You can also enjoy the sensational views on the outdoor terrace.

Reservations are recommended.

Visit www.holmfirthvineyard.com or call 01484 691861

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Thought that counts when choosing a gift IT’S not the cost, but the thought that counts when it comes to choosing a Christmas gift for that special someone.

The time-honoured rule of thumb holds good whether you are working to a very tight budget or fortunate enough to be able to splash the cash, Just occasionally that perfect present will leap out at you unexpectedly, but more often than not, it is thinking and planning in advance that will point you in the right direction. Before hurtling headlong into the December rush, allow yourself enough time to focus on the people you need to buy for.

Think of a potential gift and try to imagine their reac-

tion when they tear off the wrapping paper. Ask yourself 'will it have the ‘Wow!’ factor?’ – not just the element of surprise but the sheer joy of seeing something that he or she had always wanted, perhaps a much-needed or hard-to-find item.

Some critics have expressed the view that unless a gift is something the person would use or wear, it will be of little value to them.

It doesn’t have to be socks, scarves or gloves all round.

With a little imagination and patience, you will find that elusive something that you know they will love, even if they had never thought of buying one for themselves. Much will depend on how well you

know the person.

If you find yourself in need of a little inspiration, take time out for a leisurely browse around one or more of our village centres which offer a refreshing alternative to the endless queues in the big stores and shopping malls. Local retailers offer customers the benefit of their specialist knowledge and expertise, which in many cases has been built up over many years., even decades.

From foodie delights to the latest fashions, arts and crafts of every kind, the latest gadgets, toys and games... you’ll find all of these and much more besides.

The quest for that perfect present starts here!

New owners for specialist shop

THE Marshall family of Holmfirth have taken over The Chocolate Box on Hollowgate, Holmfirth with effect from 1 September 2015.

Sam manages the shop with help from mother, Gillian and father, Richard.

The shop boasts a selection of speciality English and continental chocolates plus a wide choice of Lindt, Green & Black’s, Thorntons and many more.

The shop also stocks over 150 jars of retro sweets from your childhood, as well as Yorkshire biscuits, Yorkshire crisps and Deans shortbread, to name but a few.

Also on offer is a varied selection of greeting cards for every occasion, including Medici cards, as well as a variety of gifts including chocolates, shortbreads, biscuits and preserves. The shop’s ‘bear room’ has over 100 Steiff, Charlie and Merrythought teddy bears, including Steiff'’s ‘The Tin Man’.

Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm (with extended Christmas hours). Hollowgate, Holmfirth HD9 2DG, telephone 01484 688222.

Merry Christmas & Happy new year from the Home Valley Review

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Katie Nobles and Harry Newman present awards to pupils at Holme Junior School.

School welcomes special visitors The children from Honley Junior School who took part in the campaign.

Officer uses iconic image for safety awareness campaign

By Nicola Hyde AN inventive police officer has come up with a road safety campaign that takes inspiration from the iconic ‘Abbey Road’ Beatles image – on a busy stretch of road in Honley.

PC Sally Baines was tasked with running an awareness campaign for Road Safety Week, which runs from November 23, and will be doing school assemblies.

Four children from Honley Junior School were recruited to star in the campaign, and quotes like ‘Baby You Can Drive My Car’ will be emblazoned over them on Facebook, to deliver a road safety mes-

sage.

PC Baines said: “I’ve spent many an hour with google, getting all the road and car related Beatles quotes I could together so I can make the campaign work.

“I just wanted to do something people would notice and hopefully the Abbey Road idea might do that – it’s even better that the school have been so supportive and it’s great to get them involved.”

She said she’s witnessed people in Honley not bothering to use the zebra crossings in the centre of a village, and so decided to take action.

The road through is a 20mph zone and every time

there’s an accident, there’s always a call for more crossings.

She added: “The problem is, some people just don’t use the crossings that are there. I’ve been there myself and seen a mum pushing a pram into the road, struggling to cross not 50 yards away from a crossing where cars have to stop for you.

“I don’t know if the problem is that people can’t be bothered to walk to it, or that they just don’t notice it but it’s there for a reason and it’s the safest place to cross.”

The online campaign will run on the West Yorkshire Police – Kirklees Rural Facebook page.

HOLME Junior School had very special visitors in assembly – who not that long ago were dutifully sitting cross legged in the same hall.

Katie Nobles, the current Head Girl at Holmfirth High School, and Harry Newman who plays rugby for Yorkshire and England U16s, took part in a question and answer session.

Katie and Harry had an important role to play on their visit, presenting two awards celebrating the continuing success of the school.

Harry was pleased to be able to present the whole school with a plaque for the prestigious Sainsbury’s School Games Gold Award, complementing students on their great achievement.

Katie used her homecoming to present the School Ambassador Award to Bodhi Samantabhadra.

The Holme School Ambassador Award plaque, made by local Katherine Greenwell, is awarded each week by staff and pupils to the student who best demonstrates enthusiasm for learning both in and outside of school.

University helps Ashley mark 75th birthday HOLMFIRTH Ashley Jackson has celebrated his 75th birthday with help from The University of Huddersfield.

The university, which awarded Ashley with an honorary doctorate in 2013, has archived video footage of him at work in 1965 – for the public to see.

He said: “I’ve had a great life God’s been very good to me, I pinch myself, I’ve risked everything but in this world you’ve got to have spectacles.

“It is an absolute honour and privilege to know that

alongside my paintings there will be a historic legacy left for when I am no longer here to walk and sketch the Yorkshire Moors.”

When Ashley first came into the industry he was given the chance to have his work shown at a west end exhibition, for the cost of £3,000 – more than his house was worth at the time.

Ashley recalled one of his proudest moments in 1968 when LS Lowry came to his original gallery in Barnsley unannounced to visit him.

He said: “I’d nipped next

door for a packet of crisps for my sandwich and I came back and there he was.”

Ashley, who started out as a sign writer, has now sold 85 per cent of his originals as far afield as Australia and Canada, but he’s sad to see them go.

He said: “These paintings are my children, I hate seeing them go, I’ve conceived them. I’m not the kind to just churn paintings out and I never will be. The greatest advice I can give to any artist is learn to draw before you do anything else.”

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Gardening tips for November Christmas fair

Plant of the month chosen by Lisa Halifax, Totties Garden Centre manager. Cornus sibirica (Dogwood) is a striking plant mainly planted for its beautiful bright red stems, but also has dark green foliage in the summer with creamy white flowers in the spring followed by rounded white fruits, height three metres.

Turn your soil over and leave it roughly dug so that the frosts can break it down. This improves the texture of the soil and will make it easier to work next spring.

Cut back late flowering summer perennials.

Wrap grease bands around fruit trees.

Sow sweet peas.

Cover compost heaps to stop the rain from taking all the nutrients away, this will also help keep the heat in.

Divide old rhubarb crowns.

Replenish the soil with plenty

of organic manure.

Check the pH of your soil. pH is measured on a scale of 1-14, with seven being neutral, below seven is acidic (or ericaceous) and above seven alkaline (or limey). A level of 6.5 to seven is good for most plants. If your soil is acidic then you can raise the pH a little, for example from 5.5 to 6.5, by adding lime.

Protect winter brassicas from pigeons with netting. As the weather gets colder pigeons may start to eat the leaves of brassicas.

THE Holmfirth committee of Macmillan Cancer Support, whose regular fundraising events include Holmfirth Artweek and the popular biannual Holmfirth charity market, are hosting a Christmas fair in the President’s Suite at The Cedar Court Hotel, Ainley Top on December 6 from 10am to 4pm. There will be 50+ stalls offering antiques, vintage collectables, crafts and gifts with the accent on selling items suitable for Christmas. Entry to the fair is £1, and with sales prices ranging from £1 to £500 on a host of interesting, attractive and quality items, there will be something for everyone and suitable to all pockets.

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MINI Clubman combines functionality, everyday practicality and a fun drive THE new MINI Clubman is an innovative vehicle concept for the premium compact segment; unique combination of functionality, everyday practicality and long-distance suitability offering driving fun, premium charisma and individuality in MINI style.

New interpretation of the tradition-steeped shooting brake concept adapted to the demands of the compact class for the first time; powerful front section with inlets for Air Curtains; also side Air Breathers behind the front wheel arches for the first time in a MINI; dynamically stretched silhouette with four side doors and a shoulder contour that emphasises the car's width; long roof line and fin antenna with red alarm system status light; steep rear with characteristic split doors, Clubman model inscription and integrated, horizontal lights; new paint finishes Melting Silver metallic and Pure Burgundy metallic; roof and exterior mirror caps in white, black or silver contrast finish.

MINI Clubman with clearly matured character as compared to its predecessor in terms of versatility, space and product substance; exte-

rior and interior dimensions significantly more generous, also in comparison to the new MINI 5 door: length + 27 centimetres, width + 9 centimetres, wheelbase + 10 centimetres; five fullyfledged seats; luggage compartment volume: 360 litres; rear backrest with 40: 20 : 40 folding split; maximum storage volume: 1 250 litres.

Entirely newly designed interior; broad instrument panel with cockpit facia frame in upper section; instrument cluster on the steering column; harmoniously integrated circular central instrument with LED lighting ring and display for vehicle, infotainment, phone and navigation functions; intuitively usable air conditioning control unit and toggle switch below the central instrument; model-specific centre console with electric parking brake, storage compartments, two cup holders, MINI Controller and armrest; high-end decorative strips for centre console and door trim panels.

Market launch of the new MINI Clubman with six engine variants (combined fuel consumption: 6.2 – 3.8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 144 – 99 g/km);

petrol and diesel engines of the new generation with MINITwinPower Turbo Technology; MINI One D Clubman with 3-cylinder diesel engine (85 kW/116 hp); premiere for 4-cylinder diesel engines with 110 kW/150 hp in the MINI Cooper D Clubman and 140 kW/190 hp in the MINI Cooper SD Clubman; 3cylinder petrol engines in the MINI One Clubman (75 kW/102 hp) and in the MINI Cooper Clubman (100 kW/136 hp); MINI Cooper S Clubman with 141 kW/192 hp 4-cylinder petrol engine.

Power transmission to the front wheels as standard via 6-speed transmission; 8speed Steptronic transmission optionally available for the first time in a MINI (MINI Cooper S Clubman, MINI Cooper SD Clubman and MINI Cooper D Clubman) also 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission (MINI Cooper S Clubman and MINI Cooper SD Clubman); 6-speed Steptronic transmission as an optional extra for all other models; extensive MINIMALISM technology including auto start/stop function and optional GREEN mode.

Highest level of ride comfort and brand-based go-kart feeling ever seen in a MINI due to high-quality suspension technology that is unique within the competitive field; single-joint strut front axle with completely newly developed components; multilink rear axle optimised on a model-specific basis; maximum agility due to particularly large track width, weight-optimised construction and high level of stiffness; electromechanical power steering with Servotronic function as

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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), also with Performance Control in the MINI Cooper S Clubman and MINI Cooper SD Clubman; model-specific spring and damper set-up; sports suspension and Dynamic Damper Control optionally available; standard trim with light alloy wheels in 16-inch or 17-inch (MINI Cooper S Clubman, MINI Cooper SD Clubman) format; light alloy

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MINI Driving Modes optionally available for individual car set-up; rotary switch at the base of the gear or selector lever to activate MID, SPORT and GREEN modes; capacity to influence characteristic curves of the acceleration and steering, the shift dynamics of the Steptronic transmission and Dynamic Damper Control; GREEN mode in conjunction with Steptronic transmission including coasting with decoupled drivetrain.

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