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River group to launch fundraising appeal

By Josh Timlin A VOLUNTARY organisation has announced major plans to keep the River Holme clean for the next generation.

Holme Valley Vision, which is run by residents and community groups, was designed to give everyone living in the Holme Valley a chance to have a real say in shaping the area's future.

Now, after a series of successful clean-up events on the River Holme, they are appealing to local residents to get involved with the launch of River2015, a fundraising drive to make improvements along the river's course.

Margaret Dale, from the

Volunteers work on the River Holme.

Photo credit: Sandie Nicholson. £20.15, £201.50 or £2,015 to group, said: “Surveys told raise funds for the us that keeping the environment and especially the improvement work we, the people of the Holme river clean mattered most Valley, think is important.” to people.

The 8.61-mile river, “The aim of River2015 is which snakes its way to recruit at least 2,015 through the picturesque people to the project and Holme Valley before joinask them to contribute

ing the River Colne at Huddersfield, has been "neglected" in recent years and fallen victim to invasive weed species, according to the group.

Margaret added: “Without it there would be no settlements, no industry and the landscape would look very different. The river has given us our history and our prosperity, but for decades it has been neglected.

“This time 25 years ago River90 raised considerable funds and made improvements, some which can still be seen in the middle of Holmfirth.

“We want to repeat its success and show again what we can achieve together.”

A trio of girls from across the Holme Valley have been announced as the winners of the summer holiday colouring competition. Eliza Taylor, six, from Brockholes School, Penny Hobson, nine, from the Nabb, and seven-year-old Lucy Newman of Wooldale Juniors were chosen as worthy winners

by Battye Bear creators Richard and Loretta Skelton.

The girls were presented with their Battye Bear prizes at Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre and The Little Shop of Loveliness, both of which sell the cuddly mascot.

Visit www.holmevalleyreview.co.uk to keep up to date with all the news from the Holme Valley

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Volunteers sought to secure future of Holmfirth’s toilets

By Josh Timlin VOLUNTEERS have been asked to come forward to secure the future of Holmfirth’s public toilets.

The Holme Valley Parish Council – which has agreed to a six-month lease agreement – stepped in and saved the amenity after Kirklees Council decided to axe funding for public toilets.

The toilets – which closed on September 30 – have since been padlocked but the parish council is in the process of re-opening the service.

A Kirklees Council spokesperson said: “Holme Valley Parish Council has agreed to take over the running of Holmfirth's public toilets, however there will be a period of closure first.”

Holmfirth’s toilets – which are thought to be used by

“Without people in the Holme Valley coming forward,the toilets will be closed by Kirklees Council post-March 2015.”

40,000 people per year – generate around £6,000 in income.

A spokesperson from the Holme Valley Parish Council said: “The six-month trial period ends on March 31 when the decision will be made by Kirklees Council as to whether the arrangement continues or comes to its end. It is hoped that following the six-month lease, longer term plans can be put in place to retain the toilets.

We hope that they become self-funding through fundraising, sponsorship and

advertising.

“The need is to find the basic essentials such as someone to open and lock up, someone to clean, someone to maintain the facility and provide toilet rolls and cleaning materials.

“Without people in the Holme Valley coming forward, the toilets will be closed by Kirklees Council post-March 2015.”

If you would like to volunteer, please email clear@holmevalleyparishcouncil.gov.uk for more information.

Farmers Arms landlady Danielle Montgomery with the new menu.

Pub offers ‘Hike and Bite’ deals to entice walkers

By Olivia Taylor

UPPERTHONG pub the Farmers Arms is offering walkers the opportunity to come and enjoy the local countryside and grab something to eat with their ‘Hike and Bite’ meal deals.

Holmfirth photographer Andy Leader has researched three stunning walks starting and ending at the Farmers Arms, boasting the best of the local countryside.

Leaflets that include clear and simple directions for each walk and photographs of some of local beauty spots are available from the pub or from Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre.

Landlady Danielle Montgomery hopes that the new initiative will encourage people to discover the public footpaths around Upperthong.

“The walks vary in length from 2.5 to 5 miles

so there’s something for everyone,” said Danielle.

“We have some beautiful countryside around here and there’s nothing better than going for a walk and knowing that there’s a pub, a pint and some good food at the other end.”

Meal deals at the pub include soup and a sandwich for £6 or a traditional ploughman’s with a glass of wine for just £10, with numerous other main meals on offer.

Apprentices asked to back social media campaign Valley’s smokers Council offers

By Josh Timlin

APPRENTICES across the Holme Valley are being urged to back a new social media campaign.

The #Yes2Apprenticeships push encourages young people to explain why they have chosen to start an apprenticeship.

Led by Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the campaign is running on Twitter, Facebook and Vine until the end of the month.

It seeks to highlight the benefits of apprenticeships to encourage more young people to consider them as a smart career option, and to

inspire more small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to recruit apprentices.

Stephanie Burras, chair of the LEP’s employment and skills panel, said: “Apprenticeships are a smart career option providing young people with the skills they need to successfully break into the job market.

“There are opportunities to start apprenticeships right now, with vacancies available across Leeds city region. Apprenticeships are a valuable part of the range of post-16 options available.”

The initiative is being supported by Kirklees Apprenticeship Hub. Councillor Peter McBride,

cabinet member for investment and regeneration, added: “Kirklees Council is committed to supporting young people to make the best choices for their future.

“I would encourage anyone thinking about their next steps, to find out more about apprenticeships by speaking to a career advisor at their school or college.”

Apprentices throughout the region are eligible to take part by using the #Yes2Apprenticeships hashtag. For more information and the chance to win an iPad Mini, go to www.apprenticeshiphubs.co.uk/yes2apprenticeships.

urged to stop

By Josh Timlin

SMOKERS in the Holme Valley have been challenged to stop this month.

The 28-day quitting challenge, dubbed ‘Stoptober’, has been backed by Kirklees Council and it is hoped many smokers will give it a go.

In last year's event, 1,663 people in the area signed up to the event.

Dr Judith Hooper, director of Public Health, said: “Evidence shows that if a smoker can go 28 days without a cigarette, they are five times more likely to stay permanently smokefree.

“Quitting can be difficult, but people feel better, smell better and have more money in their pocket.”

free bike rides

KIRKLEES council has teamed up with British Cycling to offer locals a series of free guided bike rides around the the district.

Sky Ride local rides take place at three levels, with trained ride leaders there to offer guidance alongside the routes.

Breeze bike rides for women allow women to ride together, whether it’s a three mile leisure ride or a thirty mile leg stretcher.

Riders looking for something more informal can meet local cyclists and ride together by joining a Ride Social group.

To register for a free ride, for more information or to find out more about getting into cycling visit www.goskyride.com

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Dave Hill and Pete Forder of Small World Beers mark the opening of their brew plant with Andrew Wall of Sheffield Manufacturer Mosechle UK.

Duo achieve lifelong dream with opening of brewery

By Olivia Taylor A THUNDERBRIDGE duo have achieved their lifelong dream of opening a brewery.

Peter Forder and Dave Hill decided to try their hand at brewing last year, and went on to buy the premises in Shelley last December.

Ten months on ‘Small World Beers’ is making its self known not only in the Holme Valley but all across Yorkshire.

Peter, who previously worked in sales and production, said: “It’s always been a passion and a dream, and it all came about when Dave

and I were having a pint. We said right let's do it, let's go for it.”

Using the area’s famous spring water, the brewery has five core products, and with beers selling out and a number of pubs permanently stocking the ale, there is a real demand.

Peter said: “We have people going into pubs asking for our beer, we've got orders in Holmfirth, Halifax, Huddersfield and even as far as Darlington.

“We’ve even got The Foresters Arms using our beer in their steak and ale

pies. It’s surreal.”

The business has been running since June, having latched on to the recent micro-brewery boom in the region.

The two are now looking into bottling ale and launching a new beer to go alongside their stouts and pale ales.

Since opening, Peter and Dave have been on a brewing course.

Peter added: “So far it's working really well and touch wood it stays like that.

We learn new things every day.”

Infants get free dinners as part of new scheme

By Josh Timlin THE beginning of last month’s school term signalled the start of free dinners for infants in the Holme Valley.

As part of the government’s new initiative, all children in reception, year one and year two now receive a free meal at lunchtime.

An initial £300,000 grant was spent on readying schools’ kitchens in the summer break, with new ovens, ventilation systems and fridges being installed.

Existing electrical systems were also to be overhauled to deal with the added workload.

Coun Shabir Pandor, cabinet member for schools, said: “We were already in good shape in Kirklees school kitchens due to the level of investment and modernisation that had been taking place before the idea of universal free school meals was introduced.

“Some schools have needed work carrying out, but a full audit of needs was taken prior to the summer break and required work was completed to enable the service

“Only one per cent of packed lunches meet the nutritional standards that currently apply to school food.” to provide an estimated additional 4,500-5,000 meals.

“It is also great news for the Kirklees economy as the service has employed an additional 60 members of staff over the summer to meet the increased demand.”

The change was brought in after research showed that a healthy, balanced meal at lunchtime helped children’s concentration levels and raised classroom attainment.

“Many parents mistakenly imagine that a packed lunch is the healthiest option,” Coun Pandor added. “In fact, it is far easier to get the necessary nutrients into a cooked meal.

“Only one per cent of packed lunches meet the nutritional standards that currently apply to school food.”

The catering team which provides meals for the Holme Valley's youngsters is the only in-house service in

Yorkshire to hold the prestigious silver cater mark award, meaning they use fresh, organic ingredients wherever possible, locally sourced, traceable meat, free range eggs and prepare nutritionally balanced menus with each individual school. They even do things like prepare sauces with ‘hidden’ vegetables, ensuring that even the fussiest of eaters receives a meal that is packed full of vitamins and nutrition.

Coun Pandor said: “On top of the obvious health benefits provided, catering staff also get involved in educating children about fresh, healthy ingredients and cooking from scratch, through cooking schools.

“Many children are learning about food through onsite allotments and growing produce themselves which is crucial to ensuring health, wellbeing and success in the future.”

Council begins its plans for winter WHILE most of the Holme Valley has been enjoying fine weather in the early stages of autumn, Kirklees Council is planning ahead for winter.

The council has 25,000 tonnes of grit stored away – enough to cope with a harsh winter – and, starting on October 13, teams will be filling over 1,450 grit bins so that people can help to clear ice and snow in public areas.

Eagle-eyed residents may have seen gritters out and about on the roads already, testing out the gritting routes.

The dry runs help the crews test equipment, and check for problems along the routes, such as parked cars that could obstruct the gritters.

Coun Steve Hall said: “We are hoping for another mild

winter this year but we have to be prepared for whatever the weather throws at us.

“In previous severe winters, the help and support of volunteers, including farmers and community groups, has complemented the service offered by the council.

“This teamwork will be in evidence once again this year, if the harsh weather returns to Kirklees.”

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Takeaways to get healthier

By Josh Timlin

The ninth Holmfirth Food and Drink Festival attracted more than 70 stalls and 40,000 people.

Photo credit: Holmfirth Events

Thousands attend biggest food and drink festival yet

By Josh Timlin THOUSANDS of people attended the Holmfirth Food and Drink Festival at the end of last month.

The ninth edition of the much-loved festival pulled in an estimated 40,000 people this time round, delivering its promise of being the biggest one yet.

Taking place in the centre of Holmfirth on September 27-28, over 70 stalls appeared at the

sun-soaked festival on both days, which was organised by Holmfirth Enterprise and Development (HEAD).

This year’s event featured everything from Malaysian cuisine to locally made jams, pickles and chutneys, as well as featuring cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend.

An arts and crafts market offered handmade gifts, live cookery demonstrations with

tasters and behind-thescenes tours of the Nook Brewery were all popular with the crowds.

“To really create that festival atmosphere we had street entertainment and live music on both days,” said Mel Armstrong, chairman of HEAD. “The Frumptarn Guggen Band performed and there were free activity workshops and entertainment for the kids.

“It was a great success. It went smoothly and we have had people already asking about having stalls for next year’s event.

“If the community wants it to come back for its tenth anniversary, we need more volunteers to join in and give a helping hand.”

Greg Christofi, from the Holme Valley Parish Council, added: “It was very busy, it was well organised and it is a

massively important event for the town.

“People come from all around to visit the festival and I would like to thank Longley Farm, Sainsbury's, the Holme Valley Area Committee, the parish council and Kirklees Council for their support.

“The team worked for three months behind the scenes to make the festival a success and put in a tremendous amount of effort.”

A FOOD safety team have been working with takeaway owners to promote healthier foods.

Britons spend an average of £1,320 each year on takeaways – the equivalent of 12 per person every month – as they are often convenient, cheap and satisfying.

However, a takeaway does not have food labelling to show how much fat, salt, sugar and calories they contain and so takeaway owners in the Holme Valley have been encouraged to produce healthier menus.

Kirklees Council – who put on a six-week course of free masterclasses for owners – have already found that many had lowered their salt amount, increased the amount of fresh vegetables and even offered chunkier chips as they absorb less fat.

Coun Viv Kendrick, cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “We hope the takeaway masterclasses make a real difference to the health of residents.

“The classes provide a great opportunity for owners to learn the secrets of healthier frying techniques and good oil management, as well as gaining vital hints and tips.

“These techniques could save businesses money and make them more efficient.”

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Holmfirth man Rob cycles across Europe in friend’s memory

By Josh Timlin

A new bridal shop has opened in Holmfirth town centre. Local resident Kerensa Dyson achieved her long-term ambition on September 27 when she opened Bijou Bridal Boutique on Huddersfield Road. Kerensa said: “It was a mad rush to get it ready, but I am really happy with how it has turned out. We put a lot of late nights and hard work into it but we have already got our first fitting.” Bijou will be offering pure silk wedding gowns from two well-known British bridal designers – Ivory & Co and a new wedding gown collection, Maddy by Madeline Isaac-James. The boutique is open Monday to Saturday from 10am-4pm and is also available for evening appointments. Visit www.facebook.com/bijoubridalboutiqueholmfirth for more information.

£9.2m solar panel investment agreed MILLIONS of pounds will be spent on solar panels across the district.

Kirklees councillors agreed a £9.2million plan to install 2,000 panels on council houses, targeting households at risk of fuel poverty.

The scheme – funded from the housing revenue account – will see 50 homes having solar panels this year, 1,000

in 2015/16 and 950 in 2016/17.

Coun Cathy Scott, cabinet member for place, said: “A reduction in fuel poverty is the key driver for the project rather than maximising income.

“The intention is to target properties with poor thermal efficiency.”

The solar panels are

expected to reduce household bills by £100 each year, with 50 per cent of the electricity generated used by the tenant.

Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing will now consult with tenants about which homes are most suitable for the panels, having identified 2,652 suitable homes across the district.

A HOLMFIRTH man has smashed his fundraising target after cycling more than 2,000 miles across Europe.

Rob Savin, whose epic trip took in 10 countries, did it in memory of Simon Fenn, a friend who lost his life to pancreatic cancer in February 2012.

Rob – who was joined by Nick Busst, Tom Stone and Kieran Shanahan on the ride – travelled through France, Switzerland, Italy, Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, Greece and Turkey.

The gruelling route, which threw all types of weather at the cyclists from sub-zero temperatures to baking hot sunshine, climbed 36,000 metres in total.

Rob said: “The way Simon led his life, even up to his last few days, was truly inspirational and we talked about doing long rides when he got better.

“Unfortunately we didn’t get that opportunity, so we cycled from London to Istanbul for the Pancreatic

Rob Savin’s epic trip took in 10 countries in memory of Simon Fenn who died from pancreatic cancer. would like to thank everyone Cancer Research Fund who has sponsored us.” inspired by him.”

Maggie Blanks, founder of It took the team almost 13 the Pancreatic Cancer days to complete, which Research Fund, said: “The meant covering over 100 money raised in Simon’s miles every day. memory will be used to fund But the herculean effort world-leading research projwas worth it and over £4,000 ects across several UK unihas been raised for charity – versities. double the initial target.

“It will progress our under“It was an extremely emostanding of the disease and tional experience,” Rob develop new treatments that added. “We are delighted to are desperately needed to have significantly beaten our tackle pancreatic cancer.” fundraising target and I

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Credit union plans for Valley unveiled

By Josh Timlin

The new service recently moved to the Carlile Institute and was opened by Huddersfield Giants star Eorl Crabtree.

Meltham’s new Post Office proves a hit BUSINESS is booming at Meltham's new Post Office branch.

The service – which has recently moved to the Carlile Institute – was opened by Huddersfield Giants star Eorl Crabtree last month and has seen locals flock to the Huddersfield Road building ever since.

Mayor of Meltham, Edgar Holroyd-Doveton, said: “The Post Office is bigger and better at its new location.

“It has had a tremendous community response.

“There is more space, disabled access which was not available before, ample free parking behind the building and has had an extensive restoration.”

The historic building, built in 1891, had its ownership transferred over to the community to manage as part of ambitious plans to create a community hub several months ago.

The decision-making cabinet for Kirklees Council agreed that the Carlile Institute should be handed over to the community with £100,000 pledged to help pay for a refurbishment following a year-long campaign from residents to secure its future. Plans are underway to move Meltham’s library into the building, which will also rent its upstairs hall out to community groups to provide an income stream.

A GROUP wants to set up a credit union in the Holme Valley.

The steering group behind the ambitious plan played a part in setting up a food bank, so they have been spurred on to kick-start a consultation after witnessing people's financial problems firsthand.

Dick Stockford, from the group, said: “A strong option is to team up with an existing credit union, one that has experience in the business.

“One could offer much to the Holme Valley's people, but ultimately it is up to them to decide if it is needed.”

Drop-in sessions at Fair

“One could offer much to the Holme Valley’s people,but ultimately it is up to them to decide if it is needed.”

Trader, on Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, have been organised and will take place every Saturday during November.

Credit unions are a notfor-profit financial saving and loan service and can offer a cheaper alternative to doorstep lenders or some high street shops.

They are regulated by the Financial Services Authority, like a bank or building society.

“We are trying to get feedback on our proposal,” Dick

added. “We have been consulting with local groups already but we want residents to come to the drop-in sessions and have their say.”

The steering group – which has already held early discussions with Castle and Minster, an existing credit union – say that the Holme Valley could have their own as early as 2015 if everything goes to plan.

A session will also be held on November 4 at 7.30pm at Carniceria.

Project plans business meeting AN event has been organised for businesses in the Holme Valley.

Hosted by the Holme Valley Vision project, the free workshop takes place at the Full Life Church, Thongsbridge,

from 6pm on October 21.

A spokesperson said: “We want to know what people think makes Holmfirth and the Holme Valley special, and what we should be telling visitors to do and see.

If you’re an accommodation provider, a pub, cafe, shop, artist or indeed any other form of enterprise that offers services or products to visitors you will find this meeting useful.”

15 years offering the full package including good old fashioned service DESPITE the massive growth of internet shopping, many of us still prefer to buy from a local company offering products we can physically feel and touch, with the further advantage of good old fashioned service.

Creative Bathrooms is a family run business which has become one of the most successful home improvement businesses in West Yorkshire.

If you are thinking of installing a new bathroom, kitchen or bedroom, you need look no further for the right products and package to make your project go

smoothly – which explains why over 75 per cent of their business comes from previous customers or recommendations.

The showroom features over 50 displays and a full design service is also available, together with a complete installation package including home visits offering design and technical advice.

Opened in 2000, the showroom, at Denby Dale Road, Wakefield, initially supplied bathrooms but it soon became clear that was not enough.

Feedback from customers

was that they wanted to take away all the hassle of the installation as well. Kitchens were introduced in 2008 and bedrooms shortly afterwards.

With 12 installation teams and many thousands of satisfied customers, they are confident they can offer you the perfect solution.

Also worth bearing in mind is that everything is fully guaranteed.

“With the launch of the new autumn sales promotion, we hope you will also find our prices to your liking.

You have nothing to lose, so why not pay us a visit?”

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Holmfirth brewery is top of the hops

By Josh Timlin A HOLMFIRTH brewery has scooped a bagful of awards at a prestigious beer competition.

The Nook Brewhouse brought four awards back to the Holme Valley after winning several awards at the SIBA North East Beer Competition in York.

Blond, a distinctive light-coloured ale with a malt base and citrus overtones, came top in the bottled gold beers and premium bitters categories.

The bottled version walked away with bronze in a hotly contested competition of the north's best.

Another bronze award was also awarded to the brewery's Grumpy Mule Breakfast Stout in the speciality ales category.

The smooth drink is infused by freshly ground coffee made in Meltham.

Judging took place at the York Beer and Cider Festival on September 17, with the 71 judges sampling over 176 cask beers and 137 bottled beers before the awards were handed out.

The Nook – run by siblings Ian Roberts and Sheila Sutton – has been guided by the family for five decades.

Well known as a real ale destination, The Nook has specialised in 'proper' ales for over 35 years and began brewing their own in

Personal trainer Andy Peacock.

Andy shortlisted for top accolade

By Olivia Taylor HONLEY gym owner Andy Peacock has been shortlisted as a finalist in national competition the National Fitness Awards (NFAs), under the best personal trainer category.

He opened the gym at 24 and over the past ten years has built up its profile within the Holme Valley.

The Warehouse Gym has already been shortlisted twice, in 2011 and 2012, in the category regional gym of the year North and Scotland, making it the third time Andy has made it onto the shortlist.

Andy said: “I’m an experienced National Fitness Awards-er.”

To celebrate the success of being shortlisted Andy will be wearing his NFA t-shirt with pride throughout the club, as well as offering Holmfirth locals discounted personal training prices – knocking £100 off the original price.

He said: “It’s great to be recognised out of so many other great personal trainers, so I want to promote it within the club.”

Andy will find out in November if he has been successful in being crowned the nation’s best personal trainer at the prestigious awards evening, which will take place at the Athena in Leicester.

“It’s an honour just to be attending the awards again,” added the Honley personal trainer.

2009.

Sheila said: “We are delighted that our flagship beer, Blond, has gained recognition in both cask and bottle form.

“Since we started brewing it in 2009 it has rarely been off the bars in our two brewery taps in Holmfirth.

“It has also proven very popular further afield with beer lovers throughout the country.”

Grumpy Mule is set to be a regular feature on the team's newest venture, The Tap House.

The revamp of the Holmfirth site is due to be debuted this month, featuring a focus on local Ian Roberts (right), co-owner of The Nook Brewhouse, is presented with a Gold award by Barry Jones of sponsors Rankin Bros. produce and ales.

Advertiser’s announcement

Time for a change New pioneering method of delivery from Hi-Spec Concrete HI-SPEC Concrete UK is well placed to enjoy the upturn in the economy in both domestic and commercial sectors.

The company’s pioneering stateof- the-art method of delivering concrete to local customers is proving a success.

Hi-Spec Concrete supplies different mixes to local builders, DIY enthusiasts and businesses across the West Yorkshire Region.

However, unlike the traditional concrete suppliers, Hi-spec mixes on-site to the exact quality and quantity required up to 10 cubic metres.

John Quinn (pictured right with Huddersfield MP Barry Sheerman) who runs Hi-Spec Concrete from Albert Street, Lockwood, says: “We are noticing an increase in enquiries now that the building industry is picking up.

“Builders are keen to make savings and they can do that with us as they only pay for the concrete they use, not for the concrete that has been carried!

“DIY enthusiasts are using us for the same reasons and with our supply and lay service they have some of the hard work taken away.

“Utility companies use our service; especially for footpaths and road trenches where voids have to be filled!’’

What sets Hi-Spec Concrete apart from the rest is its revolutionary volumetric concrete service, originally developed in the States.

Each truck with its separate compartments for cement, aggregate and water mixes every batch of concrete fresh on-site to guarantee the correct amount and specification for each individual job.

This means no wastage and the customer only pays for the exact quantity he requires.

“This whole method of supply is more flexible and more environmentally friendly as traditionally left over concrete is dumped in landfill sites adding to environmental pollution problems.

“For home owners who want a pathway, traditional driveway or concrete past for a shed or garage, a laying service is available should they require it.”

John, who is a recognised expert in the concrete industry said: “We offer a unique service in West Yorkshire. When our volu-

metric vehicles leave the depot they are loaded with a range of aggregates and additives so that they can be mixed on spot to the exact requirements of each individual job.

“If a builder needs two types of mixes it isn’t a problem for us. The customer has no worry about extra costs or over-ordering ensuring this method of concrete supply is the way forward, particularly for the construction industry.’’

Hi-Spec Concrete guarantees: To only provide the exact amount needed.

To only charge for what is dispensed.

To let you know when the order is on the way.

To let you change your specification during mixing.

To pour freshly mixed concrete.

To provide a free barrow service.

Leading the way in concrete distribution – Hi-Spec Concrete which supplies to commercial and domestic customers.

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Strike averted as unions consider new pay offer A STRIKE by council workers will not go ahead after unions called it off to consider a new pay offer.

Kirklees Council had advised residents to be ready for national strike action which could have had an impact on bin collections in the Holme Valley.

The planned action was meant to take place on

October 14, but the GMB, Unison and Unite have now suspended the national strike. As Kirklees Council, like many other local authorities, operates an alternate weekly bin collection where household waste is collected one week and recycling the following week, residents on a Tuesday collection were set to miss their scheduled

waste or recycling collection on October 14.

Coun Cathy Scott, cabinet member for Streetscene, said: “The council continues to work with the unions to do everything we can locally to prevent industrial action and its effect on council services, however in this instance it was out of our hands.”

Skatepark set to be expanded A HOLMFIRTH skatepark is set to be expanded after tireless work in memory of a teenager.

Keen skateboarder Isaac Atkinson, 14, was found hanged in his bedroom in June 2012.

Since then, the idea to expand the well-used skatepark at Sands has gathered pace and Skate4Isaac, the group set up in the teen's memory, has raised over £65,000 thanks to innumerable fundraising events and donations.

The skatepark, which was used regularly by the former Holmfirth High School pupil, was originally opened in 2002 but only

includes basic equipment including several ramps and a rail.

Plans are in place to give the existing park a major overhaul, with new lighting, a bowl and updated equipment taking centre stage.

It is hoped the new-look park could be re-done by spring 2015.

Victoria Browning, secretary of Skate4Isaac,

said: “It has been a massive community project and we are now at the stage of finalising the details of our planning application.

“We have had lots of input from the park's users and hope to have it completed by spring next year. It will be an emotional day when we see the hard work come to fruition.”

Double success for restaurant at Food and Drink Awards

By Josh Timlin A HOLME Valley restaurant has scooped two gongs at a prestigious awards ceremony.

The Spiced Pear, on Sheffield Road, Holmfirth, brought two awards home after winning 'newcomer of the year' and 'chef of the year' at the Yorkshire Life Food and Drink Awards.

The restaurant and tearoom, run by chef Tim Bilton and wife Adele, swept the board with the judges describing Tim as a chef “who has been both courageous in business and in his personal life”.

“Tim has shown unstinting determination in the face of adversity and, in just over a year, created one of Yorkshire’s top ‘destination’ restaurants,” the judges said.

“While a devastating eye cancer diagnosis might have made most people take a step back, Tim instead used it to help inform other men about cancer and, despite

the challenges of hospital appointments and operations, set about launching and running a new restaurant.

“His commitment to Yorkshire food and hospitality has been unwavering.”

The restaurant, which opened in May 2013, offers locally-sourced food, teatime treats on vintage crockery and a chic cocktail bar with grand piano.

Since opening, it has received a clutch of awards including being crowned the north-east's restaurant of the year by the Waitrose Good Food Guide 2015 and the Best Afternoon Tea’ in the Deliciouslyorkshire awards 2013/14.

Tim, who trained underneath the famed Raymond Blanc, said: “I am so proud of everything my team and I have achieved in the past year. To be recognised by Yorkshire Life for our hard work is an amazing end to our first year at The Spiced Pear.”

Chef Tim Bilton, who runs The Spiced Pear with his wife Adele.

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New late night pharmacy service for Holme Valley FAMILY run pharmacy Dial A Pharmacist has recently opened in Holmfirth offering a service previously unavailable in the Holme Valley.

The service is all about convenience for locals, so for example, for immobile people, anyone working late or unable to get to their GP, all they need to do is text, email or phone the pharmacy in Thongsbridge up until 10pm and the Pharmacy will collect, dispense and deliver your prescription to your home free of charge the same day.

Prescription collections can be made from the patients home, GP practice or place of work.

In addition where electronic prescribing is in use, your GP can send the prescription directly to Dial a Pharmacist, who can also manage your repeat prescriptions.

Until now patients would have had to drive at least as far as Huddersfield to access their medicines this late.

Pharmacists are on the end of the phone till late offering free advice covering all aspects of

healthcare.

Patients are treated like family members and even hospital admissions can be prevented in the case of Asthma attacks, for example.

Advice is also available for common ailments such as head lice, asthma, and rashes.

With the onset of winter advice is available for conditions such as chesty coughs and the pharmacists have in depth knowledge of community pharmacy and as well as hospi-

tal clinical experience which enables them to give basic advice on problems such as diabetes, and respiratory, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular conditions.

NHS, private, dental, and nurse prescriptions are catered for and personal needs for over the counter products can be purchased via the Dial A Pharmacist ecommerce web site www.dialapharmacist. co.uk The pharmacists have experience in end of life

support and home visits are available on request.

An out of hours service is also available for care homes and nursing homes complementing existing community care services, working together in the best interests of the patient.

A flu jab and travel jab service will be available soon but in the meantime any late night prescription requirements in the Holme Valley and surrounding areas should be ordered up to 10pm on 01484 443647.

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Brockholes Village Hall to host cider festival

By Josh Timlin

A CIDER festival is to be held later this month.

Twelve ciders and several real ales are to be on offer at the event at Brockholes Village Hall on October 25.

The event is aimed at families with face-painting, a tombola and a

lucky dip all being present along with a traditional sweet stall, a chocolatier and other stalls.

There will be live music and in the evening people can take part in karaoke.

Food will also be available.

Organiser Richard

Woodhead said: “We want this day to be a fun one for the Holme Valley community, as well as a chance to enjoy a taste of autumn with a range of fruity ciders.”

The festival is being established as an annual event and as a platform to raise funds for local charities.

Holmfirth film event to return for sixth year

By Josh Timlin ORGANISERS of the Holmfirth Film Festival have announced the popular event is returning for its sixth year next May. After a highly successful festival in the spring, it will return to the town from May 16-22 in 2015.

Festival chairman Stephen

Dorril said: "If you want to get more involved with the committee and have some technical or secretarial experience, or are willing to spend time promoting film on social media, that would be an added bonus.

“But if you just want to join an enthusiastic bunch of volunteers committed to making the festival a suc-

cess, then please do join us.”

As part of its autumn programme, the festival is also screening at the Picturedrome, Holmfirth, on October 26.

Ticket details are now available on the Picturedrome and Holmfirth Film Festival websites and from Holmfirth Tourist Information Office.

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All the latest trends over two floors at The Old Post Office

FALL into Autumn at The Old Post Office, Almondbury situated in reputably the oldest village in Huddersfield, browse the latest trends over two floors of fashion from many leading collections.

These include top fashion house Marc Cain, who this season have introduced many monochrome pieces into their collection with dogtooth checked dresses, coats and jumpers, which

makes the colour combination both modern and sophiscated.

A must this winter is the Mannish coat, think oversized or softly softly and snuggle up to a retro mood in sheepskin, shearling or faux fur.

Dresses from Joseph Ribkoff and Frank Lyman boast lady like shapes that encorporate a range of body flattering features for either

daywear or evening wear.

For a more casual look we carry a wide range of Betty Barclay, Sandwich and stock a large selection of Not Your Daughters Jeans, the original slimming jean.

We look forward to welcoming you to Almondbury.

81 Northgate, Almondbury, Huddersfield. Telephone 01484 427257.

Open Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 5.30pm.

The University of Huddersfield architecture students.

Architecture students to put on second exhibition ARCHITECTURE students have been working on a project to hypothetically redesign Holmfirth's town centre.

The University of Huddersfield students were approached by Holme Valley Vision and were tasked to draw up plans to identify the town’s issues in its current layout and then come up with beneficial additions.

The project started in January and included an ‘urban study’ of the town’s history, people, demographics, architecture, communities, roads, commerce, industry and the environment.

The students showed off their work in June, but now they are to return later this month to get more feedback from residents.

Carl Meddings, subject

leader for architecture, said: “We were very lucky to be able to work with Holme Valley Vision, who approached us about a year ago to start planning what we could do. The response was tremendous. Over 60 ideas were put forward and the response to the public consultation held in the summer and to the exhibition were really positive.”

Margaret Dale, from Holme Valley Vision, added: “We have been delighted by the freshness of their thinking and the way their proposals have challenged our preconceived ideas.

“The students were so pleased with the way in which local people responded to their work and ideas that they have agreed to do another exhibition. This will

also give more people the opportunity to talk to the students about their ideas.”

Student Alex Malkin, 20, said: “It is clear after a walk around that there is no public square which is usually central to a town's environment. In my redesign, I attempted to open up the space and direct traffic flow elsewhere.

“A larger, underground car park complex was also part of my plan to help improve the issue.”

The exhibition will take place on October 24 and 25 in the Holmfirth Methodist Church.

What do you think? Does Holmfirth’s town centre need modernisation and a revamp? Visit facebook.com/holmevalleyreview and have your say.

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Mike captures ‘lost moments’ of Tour de France

By Nicola Hyde

Holmfirth filmmaker Mike Wade.

A HOLMFIRTH filmmaker has launched a new DVD that shows unseen footage of the Tour De France going through Holmfirth Centre – a trip missed by most TV viewers due to an unfortunate broadcasting clash.

Mike Wade launched the aptly titled ‘Now You See It ...” at the Holmfirth Tourism Office and it features rare footage of the race’s passage through the centre of the village – a moment that was missed by national TV broadcasts.

Mike – who had cameras set up by the Civic Centre, opposite Longleys, near Burnlee and further along the Woodhead Road – said: “Unfortunately, just before the race got through the vil-

lage there was a crash between two cyclists at the Elmwood Health Centre.

“The producers decided to linger on that and by the time they cut back to the race the riders had passed the centre.

“It was such a shame because if you were watching the TV broadcast you didn’t actually see it go through Holmfirth.”

Mike, a retired English Literature lecturer at Huddersfield University has produced several films about Holmfirth.

His other films include a documentary about the floods of 1944.

He added: “I’m really interested in local history and to me that just fits really well together with video too. I’m really pleased that

I could capture it.

“People rightly get very excited about things but they are so excited about enjoying it at the time that very few people do actually record big events.

“I think it’s important to preserve events like this on film for future generations to see.

“I took lots of footage of the shops beforehand and how much effort people put in to welcoming the race, and it’s important that that is shown somewhere.

“It was a pleasure to film Holmfirth looking its best, full of people and amazingly basking in glorious weather.'”

All of Mike’s DVDs are on sale through the Holmfirth Tourism Office – ‘Now You See It ...’ is priced at £10.

Flu vaccination call to all ‘at risk’groups “Anyone can keep Flu at bay by thinking Catch It,Bin It,Kill It i.e.use tissues to cover nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing,binning the tissue immediately then wash hands.”

By Olivia Taylor KIRKLEES Council, in partnership with health colleagues is backing the annual flu vaccination urging at risk groups to get the vaccination.

At risk groups include women who are pregnant, children age 2-4, front line health and social care staff, people under 65 with serious health conditions and people aged 65.

For most healthy people, flu is an unpleasent but usually self-limiting disease with recovery generally within a week.

The best way to protect yourself from the disease is to get the flu vaccine before flu starts circulating in the community.

Dr David Kelly, local GP and chair of North Kirklees Clinical Commissioning Group said: “Now autumn

Dr David Kelly, local GP and chair of North Kirklees Clinical Commissioning Group has arrived, we are encouraging people in these target groups who haven’t yet received their free jab to do so before the weather wors-

ens and the level of flu circulating in the general community increases.”

Children aged 2-4 will be offered a nasal spray vaccine to protect them against the disease.

Judith Hooper, Kirklees Council’s Director of Public Health said: “Vaccination remains the safest way for people to protect themselves. I urge everyone who is eligible to get the vaccine to help protect themselves and their families this winter.

“Anyone can keep Flu at bay by thinking Catch It, Bin It, Kill It i.e. use tissues to cover nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing, binning the tissue immediately then wash hands.”

For information on vaccinations contact your local GP surgery or visit www.nhs.uk/flu.

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Community-based clinic to offer mobility support

By Nicola Hyde A NEW clinic that will offer mobility support will be held in Holmfirth after a private company scooped a massive £4.5 million wheelchair services contract.

Opcare Ltd – one of the UK’s largest prosthetic, orthotic and wheelchair service providers – secured the deal after going through a tender process and will be offering a community-based clinic at the Oaklands Health Centre in Holmfirth.

The main office base will remain at The Lodge, Lockwood, Huddersfield but but it will offer community-based clinics on a weekly or fortnightly basis to bring services closer to

patients’ homes.

It is thought that the service will help more than 8,000 patients with mobility problems across Huddersfield, Calderdale and North Kirklees.

Carol McKenna, NHS Greater Huddersfield CCG’s Chief Officer, said: “We held a number of discussion events with service users so they could tell us what they wanted from the service within the available budget.

“The messages they gave us were very clear and we were able to build a new service specification for a ‘one stop shop’ service which we believe will bring huge improvements for people with mobility needs and their carers,

“Putting patients at the heart of service planning and delivery is exactly what we promised we would do when we were established and this is the first major contract that has been designed by patients for patients.”

The new contract will mean shorter waiting times because the referral, assessment and equipment provision and repairs service will be seamless.

Therapists and rehabilitation staff who will visit at home, at work or at school – in order to increase convenience for patients.

And there will be a returns and repairs drop off point for equipment with an on-site workshop which has stocks of spares.

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Blacker Hall wins farm shop award BLACKER Hall has been named best farm shop at the Yorkshire Life Food & Drink Awards.

Based on reader nominations and a final decision by expert judges, the award acknowledges both the quality of the produce on sale and the knowledge and expertise of the staff.

A mystery shop was conducted by the judges, assessing all areas of the business, including The Farm Shop, The Wine Loft, The Gift House and The Barn Café.

The report from the mystery shop acknowledged the ‘stunning quality’ of the meat and the ‘impressive’ dairy counter.

It also praised the warm welcome given across the site, and the knowledge of the staff, whether shopping in The Farm Shop or The Wine Loft, or eating in The Café.

The report also recognised that the food in The Barn Café is home cooked, largely using Farm Shop produce, with Yorkshire food generally being prominent on the menu.

To keep attracting customers back, and create a ‘foodie’ experience for all visitors, Blacker Hall also organises special events, showcasing the best of the local produce that we sell.

To summarise, the judge’s report said: “The owners of Blacker Hall are the driving force, never resting on their

laurels and looking for the next thing… It is Blacker Hall’s attention to detail, customer service, quality of meat and bakery, fruit and veg and even the non-related food items that mean it should be their year.

“A great all round experience with no member of the team letting the side down.”

Major housing plan to go before committee

By Josh Timlin CONTROVERSIAL plans for a major housing estate on land between Honley and Brockholes is to go before Kirklees Council’s planning committee.

An application was made

by Huddersfield-based Acumen Designers and Architects Ltd on October 21 of last year, but after a year of uncertainty the plans will now go before the council.

The site, on fields at Smithy Place, has been used as green space since 1854 according to the application and sits on Woodhead Road – one of the main access routes to Manchester.

The planning application reads: "The application site for circa 51 dwellings at

Woodhead Road, Honley, covers 2.6 hectares of greenfield land which is designated as provisional open land (POL) by Kirklees Council.

"The development would retain a sense of local identity, will be visually attractive and in keeping with any surrounding development in respect of design, materials, scale, layout and height.

"The site is in a very sustainable location due to its close proximity to Honley and Holmfirth centre, therefore offers economic advantages to each area."

Coun Charles Greaves, who is opposing the wouldbe development, said: “The key issues are that it is a highly visible site and it is green space which provides

a nature corridor.

“It is also very distant from either village centre, so it is an unsuitable and unsustainable location.

“There has been lots of objections locally to the plans and what still is not clear is how many houses it will cover.

“Phase one is listed for 51 homes, but in total up to 300 could be built on this site.

“Housing developments must be sustainable – this one is not.

“It will do little to support either neighbouring village.”

It is envisaged that there will be a mix of two, three, four and five-bedroom properties if approval is given when the application goes before the planning board on December 4.

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Ignite your imagination with Envy Fireplaces Holmfirth estate agent Amy Wray has been shortlisted for the Forward Ladies ‘Women in Property Award for Yorkshire and the North East Region’. The awards recognise the achievements of professional business women in the North West of England, the Isle of Man and Yorkshire and North East. Last year Amy, director of Applegate Properties, was the winner of the ‘Young Women in Business Award’ at the same ceremony. To be shortlisted once again is a major achievement for Amy, and she is absolutely over the moon at this latest news. She said: “I am thrilled to find that I had been once again shortlisted for such a prestigious award. I have my family and friends to thank for all their help and support they have given me towards achieving my goals. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am now.” The winners will be announced on November 28 at the Queens Hotel in Leeds.

YORKSHIRE is now home to a fireplace showroom like no other.

Offering a unique take in bespoke fireplace retail, Envy Fireplaces in Huddersfield prides itself on creating a customer experience like no other.

After over ten years of running Easy Fireplaces, owner Chris Worsley realised that there was a need for contemporary tailored fireplaces that was not being met in the North.

His answer was to open a new business that caters for people who expect the highest standards when it comes to designing and furnishing their homes, but who had found the fireplace market lacking.

Chris said: “Your fireplace

should be an integral part of your home.

“Aesthetically and functionally, it should reflect the owner’s personality, taste and sense of style, and meet their demands for efficiency and usability. Until now, it was virtually impossible to achieve this without spending a fortune.”

Chris and his team of consultants combine years of experience in fireplace design with a huge range of modern fireplaces and surrounds from leading manufacturers such as Be Modern, Celsi, Dimplex and Valor.

Envy’s aim is to help its customers create a uniquely beautiful and efficient focal point for its customers' homes – a place where they and their families can use

and value for a lifetime.

With the help of its free Home Survey service, Envy intends to restore the fireplace to its rightful place – at the epicentre family life.

Chris added: “Our mission is to continue the tradition in a way that ensures the heart of the home is stylistically relevant and personal to each and every one of our customers.

“Our range of contemporary fireplaces is completely customisable to needs, design preferences and tastes.”

To learn more about Envy Fireplaces, visit their website envyfireplaces.co.uk, call 01484 644655 or visit the showroom at 7 Morley Lane, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield, HD3 4NR.

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Parliamentary Corner

Special beer celebrates Supporting the community farm shop’s anniversary with Jason McCartney MP

IT REALLY feels as though autumn is here with gales and showers upon us.

For the past four weeks it’s been a Parliamentary Recess during the party conference season. I’ve been at home in Honley every day of the recess working out of my Holmfirth office. I know how much everyone appreciates having a local MP that lives here in the heart of our wonderful community.

I’ve continued to visit and support local schools including Kirkroyds Infants and to Honley High School to see their new library facilities.

My support for local businesses has been strengthened with visits to Dathan Tools and Gauge in Meltham and Burton Safes in Brockholes – both are doing well exporting overeas.

I’ve just held my second Jobs Fair. Over 400 local jobseekers headed to Marsden Mechanics Hall to meet local companies like Syngenta, Sainsbury’s, Dathan Tool and Gauge, Equitrek, Thornton and Ross, ABG Geosynthetics and many more. Thanks to Grand Central Rail for sponsoring the fair. As the economy grows our unemployment level is falling but I’m still working hard to get

local people into good quality apprenticeships, jobs and careers.

There are so many events, festivals and concerts going on at the moment and I’m pretty much booked up every single weekend until Christmas. I enjoyed compèring a magnificent Last Night of the Proms concert at Holmfirth Civic Hall with the Hade Edge Brass Band and Honley Ladies Choir raising funds for the Holme Valley Memorial Hospital League of Friends.

I recently spent a fabulous Saturday evening at Huddersfield Town Hall for a musical tribute to commemorate and honour those who gave their lives during the First World War. Thank you to Honley Male Voice Choir and their musical director Steven Roberts for bringing together four choirs for a unique tribute. Thanks

too to local historian Cyril Ford and the Honley Civic Society who gave the evening a very personal and intimate touch as we heard about the individual stories and sacrifice of local men and women. The final rendition by the choirs and the audience of ‘Pack Up Your Troubles In Your Old Kit Bag” and ‘It’s A Long Way To Tipperary’ will live long in the memory. Congratulations to all involved. Well done too to Trevor Bellamy and all those who put on the wonderful Wartime Weekend at Sands. We’ll never forget the flypast by the two Lancaster Bombers.

Yet again thousands flocked into our valley for the Holmfirth Food and Drink Festival. The weather was kind and surely it was the best yet. I enjoyed presenting the awards to the Junior Baker competition winners. Watch out Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry!

As always please do get in touch if you need my help.

Email Jason.McCartney.

MP@parliament.uk Phone: 01484 688364 Address: Upperbridge House, 24 Huddersfield Rd, Holmfirth, HD9 2JS (Opposite Ashley Jackson’s Gallery).

BLACKER Hall Farm Shop has marked its 15th anniversary with an exclusive new beer brewed by Ossett Brewery in Wakefield.

Ploughman's Gold will be on sale until October 19, with three bottle beer packs costing £7.50 and a case of 12 available with a 15 per cent discount (from £33 down to £28).

Edward Garthwaite, who heads the family owned operation at Blacker Hall with his wife Cheryl, felt it appropriate to mark the 15th birthday by bringing together his two great passions – farming and family.

He always admired his grandfather, Charles Nichols, as a great farmer, a loving grandfather, and for his sheer Yorkshire grit and determination. He told many stories, including those of his brothers ploughing with horses, and how he always found a solution to every problem.

When The Farm Shop first opened, it was closed each Monday to both prepare for the week, and also carry out maintenance. At this time, Edward worked as a butcher and finished at mid afternoon – at which time his grandfather

would arrive on his old David Brown tractor with a can of beer for everyone.

He said: "I often think about how grateful we were then for his support, his words of wisdom and…the beer!’.

"It’s for this reason that we decided to mark our anniversary with the launch of a great Yorkshire beer – one my grandfather

would have been proud of and that we would have enjoyed together.

"We have worked with Ossett Brewery in Wakefield to develop our Ploughman’s Gold. It’s a light and refreshing beer with citrus notes, a perfect match to a variety of foods…or simply to enjoy at the end of a hard day’s toil."

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Club’s history in the frame

By Josh Timlin HOLMFIRTH Camera Club has started its new season – the penultimate one before its 75th anniversary.

The club welcomed new members to its hub at North Light Gallery, Armitage Bridge, at the start of last month to mark the start of the season, which runs through to the end of April.

The members recorded a wide variety of events in the last year, ranging from the Honley Show to the once-in-a-lifetime visit of the Tour de France.

Thousands of sports fans, local residents and international visitors stood side by side as 197 of the world's elite cyclists navigated their way through our local area.

Holme Moss – which is widely regarded as the Holme Valley’s toughest climb at 1,709ft – was flooded with approximately 60,000 spectators, with many even camping out for two days before the race reached them on the afternoon of July 6.

The second stage of the 2,277mile race took in Honley, Holmfirth and Holme before the high-speed descent of Holme Moss took the peloton towards the stage’s finish line in Sheffield, where Italian and eventual champion Vincenzo Nibali grabbed the win.

Member Peter Bartlett, who has produced a photo book to document the Tour’s arrival in the Holme Valley, said: “I captured several thousand images in the run-up to the Grand Depart, concentrating on the preparations for the event and the changing face of the local tourist econ-

A few visiting cyclists Picture: Peter Bartlett omy.

“People of all ages seemed to be caught up in the enthusiasm and excitement of the event, with most even having little knowledge of professional cycling.

“I hope that my book reflects this and provides a record of a

memorable period of history in the area.”

Club president Phil Hack told the Review he is very much looking forward to next year's anniversary.

“We are currently looking at the club’s history," Phil said. “It is very interesting going through it

Canal Keeper’s Cottage, Marsden Picture: Bernard Smith

all and we are going to put all of our findings in a book to mark the 75th year.

“While we have members who have been a part of the club for 25-30 years, we welcome any new people to join us.

“Whether you are just beginning to explore

photography or are already experienced, we are certain our varied programme will be of real interest.”

The Holmfirth Camera Club's meetings take place at the North Light Gallery, Armitage Bridge, every Monday from 7.30pm.

New Mill from Horn Hill Picture: Edmund Spavin

Police investigate as burglars target two primary schools

By Nicola Hyde TWO MELTHAM primary schools have been targeted by burglars who stole children’s bikes and trikes and a staff member’s bag and purse.

Meltham Moor School, on Birmingham Lane, was targeted on September 21

between 6.40am and 7am – small bikes and trikes were stolen from a shed in the grounds.

Burglars also struck at Meltham C of E School between 4.15pm and 4.30pm on September 24.

Items including a brown leather Fiorelli bag and a black leather

Ted Baker purse were stolen.

Police officers are now investigating and say there has also been several shed break ins in the last month – all of which were done by cutting the padlocks off.

A vehicle was targeted in New Mill on September 18 where suspects have

gained entry through an insecure door removing property from the glove box.

The other incident was in Wooldale on the 25th.

A police spokesman said: “Please remove any valuables from your vehicle and if you can leave the glove compartment and the centre console

open.

“If the criminals can see there is nothing to steal they will go elsewhere.

“The theft of York stone continues to be an issue in our rural area.

“West Yorkshire police and crime stoppers are encouraging members of

the public who suspect stone theft is taking place to call the police on 999 or 101.”

Also in Meltham, a home on Hall Close was burgled with the suspects even stealing the owner’s car.

Police are now investigating.

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Time to start arranging your Christmas meal ...

IT may only be October but decision time is approaching if you want to arrange a Christmas meal out with family, friends or colleagues Booking well in advance is definitely recommended.

Leave it too long to make that call and you are likely to find all your preferred pubs, bistros and restaurants are

full to overflowing for the entire festive season.

Within easy reach of home, you will find a fabulous choice of eateries from traditional English to Italian, Indian to Chinese, so there is always plenty to tempt your tastebuds, but bear in mind that December is their busiest time. To avoid disap-

pointment, you need to move quickly. Agree a date, venue, menu and price range broadly acceptable to all.

You might need to draw up a shortlist of possibles, give people a day or two – but no more – to mull over and then go with the majority verdict.

Where close friends and family are involved, you will

probably be aware already of any special dietary requirements they might have, but if it's a Christmas ‘do’ with people from work, and possibly their partners, it is obviously an essential question to ask before going ahead.

Most pubs and restaurants will offer vegetarian options, for instance, but it is wise to

check whether that is the case before proceeding.

Sweet courses will usually offer more than Christmas pudding and mince pies and you may well find there are several other mouth-watering dishes available.

When it comes to the choice of drinks to accompany your meal, these days that

can include different varieties of coffee or tea, fruit juices and fizzy soft drinks of every conceivable flavour, as well as continental bottled beers, ciders and perries, real ales and fine wines to suit all tastes.

What are you waiting for?

Pick up the phone and make that booking now!

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Butcher’s Arms hosts Yorkshire Life lunch MORE than 30 guests including suppliers and friends joined Yorkshire Life Magazine at a luncheon hosted at The Butcher’s Arms at Hepworth.

The luncheon provided chef Mark Hogan with the opportunity to showcase his culinary skills, honed in the Perigord region of France where he still owns a home.

On arrival, guests were offered an Amusee Bouche of parsley mousse with white anchovy crostini. The Entrée, Salade Perigourdine, comprised home cured duck breast, fois gras mi-cuit, pine nuts, raisins and micro herbs.

The Plat Principal, Joues de Boeuf Bourguignon of local beef cheeks in a classic red wine jus with baby onions, carrots and mushrooms, served with gratin potatoes was followed by a Dessert, Monpazieroise, of walnut and caramel tart served with crème anglaise.

Guests were unanimous in their appreciation of the superb presentation and array of delicious taste com-

Butcher’s Arms owners Mark Hogan and his partner Caroline. binations. Mark sources all his ingredients carefully, the duck breast and beef cheeks coming from Flowery Field Farm at Hade Edge and the walnuts from Mark’s own garden in France.

Each course was complimented by wines provided by

Hoults Wine Merchants including a Minervois, a Corbiere and a stunning Monbazillac 2009.

All the dishes provided on the day can be found on the Butcher’s A la Carte menu which is available on Mondays from 12pm to 3pm, Tuesdays to Saturdays 12pm until late and Sundays 12pm until 7pm.

Since opening earlier this year, Mark and his partner Caroline have created a niche offering at the Butcher’s Arms – authentic French regional cuisine in the setting of a classic English pub with bar meals and a good selection of well looked after Yorkshire cask ales also available.

The Butcher’s is an attractive and welcoming destination for restaurant goers, walkers and drinkers alike with monthly events as well for the locals such as the Thai Banquet on October 29 and the Soiree Breton on November 12.

The Butcher’s Arms www.butchersarms-hepworth.co.uk 01484 687147.

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What’s On Guide Saturday October 11 – Sunday November 23, Colne Valley Museum, Golcar: A Touch of Magic exhibition – a wonderful treasure trove of magical artefacts and materials from years gone by, plus some tricks to try for yourself.

Open weekends 2-5pm.

Phone 01484 659762, info@colnevalleymuseum.or g.uk Thursday October 16 – Saturday 18, Honley Players present Abigail's Party, the classic suburban situation comedy of manners by Mike Leigh, at Southgate Theatre, 7.30pm nightly + 2.30pm Saturday.

Tickets available from Holmfirth or Huddersfield Tourist Information.

Friday October 17 – Saturday 18, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri, Limehouse Lizzy, keeping alive the spirit of Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy, plus support Journey2Toto; Sat, The Fisherman's Friends shanty singers from the village of Port Isaac on the north Cornwall coast who have delighted visitors and locals there for more than 15 years, with almost 300 live performances under their belts. Tickets from the Box Office bar, evenings 710pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Friday October 17, Penistone Paramount: A Hard Day’s Night with The Magic of the Beatles – Golden Anniversary Tour, 7.30pm. Fantastic costumes, brilliant vocals and incredible musicianship Come Together in a lavish Magical Musical trip back to Yesterday. Box office 01226 767532, www.penistoneparamount.co.uk Saturday October 18 – Sunday 19, Standedge Tunnel Visitor Centre, Marsden: Making and Doing Festival – textiles, art, print, weaving etc. Meet the makers and have a go, 10am-4pm. Free entry and demonstrations. Making and doing activity kit £3.50.

More information: Janet Hagger 01484 847091 or 07918 682 878.

Saturday October 18, Hepworth Village Hall: Big Breakfast, in aid of Hepworth Church, 9am11.30am; Bavarian Evening with Hepworth Band, oompah music and German beer, tickets £8 (including pie and pea supper) from Carol Tinker 07759 143 800.

Saturday October 18, Coffee morning at Kirkwood Hospice, Albany Road, Dalton (HD5 9UY): pop in for a cuppa and a slice of cake and find out what's going on at the Hospice, 10am-noon. To find out more phone 01484 557911, email fundraising@kirkwoodhospice.co.uk Saturday October 18, Byram Arcade, Huddersfield: Liverpool ‘80s music legend Pete

Part of your community

with Michael Wallbank

Jo Caulfield, appearing at Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield, Saturday October 25.

Wylie (The Mighty Wah!) singing songs and telling tales in an acoustic show with Tom Carroll, amid the elegant surroundings of the town's much-loved arcade.

Doors open 7.30pm. Tickets £15.24 including booking fee: www.wegottickets.com Sunday October 19 and November 2, Holmfirth Farmers Market: quality local produce, fresh fruit and veg, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams and much more, 9am-2pm, in the Market Hall. Information line 01484 223730.

Monday October 20, Honley Library: talk by Pam Cooksey of Holme Valley Local History Group, inspired by the recent discovery of lantern slides which were part of the area’s World War 1 recruitment campaign. Peter Carr of Holmfirth Picturedrome came across the slides which were shown in between the live variety performances at the then Valley Theatre. Admission free, 7.15pm start.

Tuesday October 21, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Shakespeare Schools Festival – celebrate the achievements of local schools with four youthful productions of Shakespeare plays, 7pm. Box office 01484 430528,

www.thelbt.co.uk Wednesday October 22, Standedge Tunnel Visitor Centre, Marsden: Map reading for beginners – improve your navigation skills and step out with confidence, one-day course led

by Mark Reid, experienced mountain leader and author of The Inn Way, 9am-5pm, £50. More information from Team Walking 01423 871750.

Wednesday October 22, Huddersfield Library: Yours for Eternity: A Huddersfield Romance – illustrated talk by John Rumsby describing the lives of a young Huddersfield soldier and his sweetheart in the early years of the First World War, 1pm-2pm.

Admission free, tickets available from the Local Studies Library. Phone 01484 221965, e-mail huddersfield.localhistory@kirkl ees.gov.uk Wednesday October 22, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: The Magic Flute – Mozart’s final masterpiece, one of the bestloved operas in history combining comedy, pantomime, fantasy, philosophy with a love story, 7.30pm. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Wednesday October 22, University of Huddersfield Archive Centre, Heritage Quay: join Mikron Theatre

Company for a little-told story of the Great War. Troupers brings to life the amazingly audacious Concerts At The Front – an unsung war effort full of guts, gusto and grease paint.

Tickets £11, £9 concessions.

Phone 01484 471603, e-mail livemusic@hud.ac.uk Friday October 24 – Sunday 26, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Fri, Motown, Soul and Northern Soul Night – disco with Steve Dorril, fundraising for Holmfirth Film Festival; Sat, Livewire – The AC DC Show; Sun, Film: Northern Soul (2014, cert 15) starring Steve Coogan, Lisa Stansfield and Ricky Tomlinson – a teenager’s life is transformed by the world of all-nighters, amphetamines and soul (doors open 7pm, film starts 7.30pm).Tickets from the Box Office bar, evenings 710pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Saturday October 25, Brockholes Village Hall: Cider Festival featuring up to 12 ciders and a couple of real ales, from 3pm, family event with face painting, teddy tombola, lucky dip, traditional sweet stall, chocolatier and other stalls, live music and evening karaoke. Food will also be available.

Saturday October 25 –

Sunday 26, Colne Valley Museum, Golcar: Magic and Parkin – family fun afternoon with Clyde Harbottle and friends.

Downstairs in the Victorian kitchen, the museum's volunteers will be baking Yorkshire parkin just in time for Plot Neet or to take home for tea, 2-5pm. Phone 01484 659762, info@colnevalleymuseum.org.uk Saturday October 25, HepworthLive at the village hall: Angie Palmer, described by BBC Radio 2’s Bob Harris as “one of Britain’s greatest singersongwriters”, beautifully haunting songs and rocking out with her band, 8pm, £12. Website www.hepworthlive.com Saturday October 25, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: award-winning comedian Jo Caulfield, with her hilarious new show, 8pm. Seen on numerous TV shows from Mock The Week to Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks to The Apprentice: You’re Fired, she also hosts the hugely popular Jo Caulfield’s Speakeasy on BBC Radio 4. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Sunday October 26, Huddersfield Town Hall: The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child – animated big screen double bill accompanied live by the Royal Northern Sinfonia, 3pm. Rene Aubrey’s beautiful score is the perfect introduction to the delights of live orchestral music for younger family members and friends. Tickets available from Kirklees box offices 01484 223200 or 222444.

Tuesday October 28, Huddersfield Library: Children’s poetry session – vampires, witches, fairies, wizards and mermaids – meet them all in Angela Topping’s poems, 2-4pm, suitable for age 7 to 10.

Places are limited – book now 01484 226364 or 07528 988 800.

Thursday October 30 – Friday 31, Halloween Spooktacular: trick or treat trail, spooky characters and face painting, Thurs: Huddersfield Open Market, Fri: Queensgate Market, 10am-3pm both days, Admission free. Phone 01484 223730.

Thursday October 30 – Friday November 7, Holmfirth Picturedrome: Thurs 30, Hot Banana Open Mic in the Box Office Bar – poetry, comedy, bands, duos, solos – anything goes! Turn up early to book a slot or contact Steve or Louise hotbananamusic@yahoo.co.uk or www.facebook.com/hotbananamusic Fri 31, Wishbone Ash 40th anniversary tour; Sat 1, Midge Ure – hits through the Ultravox years and his solo career;

Fri 7, Absolute Bowie – fivepiece band faithfully re-creating classic anthems from Life On Mars to The Jean Genie, Rebel Rebel to Modern Love and many more. Concert tickets from the Box Office bar, evenings 7-10pm, online at www.picturedrome.net Friday October 31, Meltham Library: Air Drying Clay Modelling – free drop in session, develop your pottery skills and make a spooky model, 10am-noon. Bring an overall or wear old clothes – it could get messy! Phone 01484 222606 Friday October 31, National Trust Marsden Moor exhibition room, next to Marsden Station: make a bird feeder (£2) to help support your garden birds this winter, drop in 11am-3pm. Phone 01484 847016, email marsdenmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk Friday October 31, Halloween Howler: spooks and ghouls, creepy crafts and fearful fun at Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Huddersfield (HD5 8DJ), 11am-1pm and 2-4pm.

Admission £1 per child.

Phone 01484 223830 Friday October 31, Miniature Railway Halloween special at Greenhead Park, Huddersfield: come dressed up in spooky outfits and join Mr Spook on his magical ghost train, 5-7pm.

Contact Graeme Hollyhead 07702 051 639 Saturday November 1, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield: Dave Spikey – Punchlines. The Lancashire comedian, actor and writer (Jerry St Clair, Phoenix Nights) with a new show based on the view that you don’t always need a punchline for a joke to be hilarious, 7.30pm. Box office 01484 430528, www.thelbt.co.uk Saturday November 8, Penistone Paramount: Nigel Ogden, presenter of BBC Radio 2’s The Organist Entertains with an afternoon of popular light music and well known classics played on the mighty Compton organ, 2.30pm.

Contact the Organ Trust 07944 566 972 or the Paramount box office 01226 767532.

Tuesday November 18 – Saturday 22, Meltham G & S Society production: The Mikado, at Meltham Parish Hall, 7.30pm nightly + 2.15pm Saturday. For tickets contact Ruth 07974 943 443 or via the website www.melthamgands.com Saturday November 22, 10am-2pm – Christmas Market and Pop-Up Cafe at Hepworth village hall.

Variety of stalls selling Christmas goodies and pop-up vafe serving hot food to eat in or take away.

All in aid of Hepworth Church.

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The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer FOR the first time BMW has introduced front-wheel-drive into its model range, but in order to do so, and retain the sporty characteristics necessary in every one of its cars, it chose to start with a blank sheet of paper.

The result is a new, stateof-the-art, front-wheel-drive system on the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer that balances comfort and agility – both key requirements of customers in the segment, but rarely met in other vehicles.

The chassis has been newly developed, with a long wheelbase and wide track (2,670mm and a front and rear track width of 1,561mm and 1,562mm respectively), reduced-friction steering system, a torsionally very stiff, lightweight body with short overhangs, and a low centre of gravity.

At the core of the chassis is the highly advanced single-joint spring-strut front axle. Lightweight, very stiff and with perfect calibration, it offers excellent directional control, largely torque-steerfree steering and pliancy for excellent ride comfort.

The multi-link rear axle, too, has been newly developed and makes an important contribution to the excellent driving dynamics.

With the optional electronically controlled dampers, the chassis characteristics can be adjusted to different driving situations with a

choice of two different settings, making for even further improved ride comfort and driving dynamics.

Optional Variable Sports Steering and the introduction of M Sport models from later in 2014 will add to the sporty handling and character of the car.

Two new engines: innovative three-cylinder petrol and lightweight diesel The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has innovative all-new transverse engines, perfectly matched to the space-efficient concept of the car. The new BMW 218i Active Tourer is powered by an all-new three-cylinder engine. This ultra-low-friction, all-aluminium core engine is part of a newly developed modular family comprising light weight, high-performance and fuelefficiency, equipped with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. The result is CO2 emissions of only 115g/km, yet peak power of 136hp.

With turbocharging, direct petrol injection, doubleVanos variable camshaft timing and the longer firing intervals of the three-cylinders, it is possible to precisely match the engine cycle to varying power requirements.

As a result, throttle response is sharp, and the engine develops large amounts of torque from only slightly above idling. Peak torque of 220Nm is reached

at only 1,250rpm, and sustained all the way until 4,300rpm.

Further advantages of this lightweight, compact threecylinder engine are its vibration characteristics. The small amounts of engine roll torque are completely eliminated by a balancer shaft, while the combination of a dual-mass flywheel and a centrifugal pendulum absorber, unusual in this power class, eliminate irregular running, ensuring refinement even at the low end of the engine speed range.

Completing the two engine line-up at launch is a new four-cylinder diesel engine in the BMW 218d Active Tourer.

Turbocharged and common rail direct-injected, optimised performance with optimised efficiency see CO2 emissions as low as 109g/km, power of 150hp

and a peak torque of 330Nm. A new diesel engine, it has a friction-reduced core engine, improved thermodynamics and injection pressures of up to 2,000 bar. This makes the engine a natural choice for all drivers who want to combine dynamic power with superior fuel efficiency. This model, too, offers the refinement benefits of a dual-mass flywheel with centrifugal pendulum absorber.

In the UK, the higherpower 225i will go on sale with xDrive four-wheel-drive from November, alongside further models: BMW 220i, 216d, 220d and 220d xDrive Active Tourer.

The standard transmission is a newly developed sixspeed manual unit.

Optionally, in conjunction with the three-cylinder engine, a six-speed automat-

ic transmission can be specified. For the four-cylinder engine, a new eight-speed automatic transmission has been developed, which is specially adapted to take account of the front-wheeldrive configuration and the transverse engine.

All transmissions feature Auto Start-Stop, while the automatic versions further improve vehicle efficiency with a coasting function.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer in the UK In addition to the entry level version Sport, Luxury and M Sport models will be offered in the UK. The Sport model places the emphasis on the dynamic side, while the Luxury model is all about elegance and exclusivity.

The standard specification for this latest edition to the BMW range has now been

confirmed and includes: Automatic tailgate, two-zone automatic air conditioning, rear Park Distance Control, BMW Emergency Call, 40:20:40 split folding rear seat with electronic folding functionality and 60:40 sliding rear bench.

Additionally Bluetooth with USB interface and audio streaming functionality, BMW Professional radio with single CD player and 6.5-inch monitor, DAB digital radio, Performance Control, Comfort Go keyless engine start and Drive Performance Control with ECO PRO, Comfort and Sport modes are also included. Rain sensor with automatic headlight activation, Sport multi-function leather steering wheel & additional 12V power socket complete the standard specification highlights.

Sport models are enhanced by the addition of 17-inch Sport alloy wheels, Sport front seats, LED ambient lighting, Black High-gloss trim and Sport enhancements to the exterior styling.

Sport models cost £1,250 over the SE specification.

Luxury models build on this with 17-inch Luxury alloy wheels, Dakota leather upholstery, LED ambient lighting, Chromeline exterior, Fineline Stream wood trim and Luxury enhancements to exterior styling.

Luxury models cost £2,000 over an SE.

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Family event celebrates Bovine TB testing leads to artisan bakery opening tense times on the farm HUDDERSFIELD’S newest artisan bakery – and Farnley Tyas’ first shop – Farnley Bakehouse, welcomed more than 100 local residents and businesses to a family friendly event as it opened its doors for the first time.

The official launch of the artisan bakery, which is the brainchild of local residents, husband and wife duo, Stephen and Simone Harrison, saw visitors treated to a variety of homemade ‘real breads’ named after local Farnley Tyas landmarks such as the Yorkshire Dartmouth; a wholesome white bread leavened with wild yeast and Arthur’s Revenge; a highly spiced chilli, cheese and onion bread named after Arthur Kay, former 16th Century owner and resident of Woodsome Hall Golf Club.

Further samples of loaves containing local ingredients such as the popular stilton and walnut, sour cherry and hazelnut or a six-seed soaker, were also handed out alongside complimentary drinks. The event also included activities for the whole family to enjoy plus the chance to win a hamper of local pro-

Stephen and Simone Harrison. duce by naming a future loaf to be made by the Bakehouse.

Guests also experienced a tour of the premises and discovered how the team of artisan bakers are reviving traditional baking skills to make truly natural bread with no artificial additives or processing aids.

John Sykes from Farnley Estates who cut the ribbon in an official unveiling ceremony to VIPs Friday explained how the village, which hasn’t had a shop for a number of years, had previously seen a blacksmiths, boot and shoe maker and

wheelwright but it had never had a bakery.

He said: “Stephen and Simone have such a vision which they have transformed into a magnificent Bakehouse and I wish them all the success for a winning business.”

Speaking about the launch of the bakery Stephen Harrison added: “We are so excited to have launched this new venture in our home village. It ticks so many boxes for Simone and I and we’re really looking forward to being part of the artisan food movement as it gathers real momentum against a back-drop of supermarket domination”.

The Bakehouse is the first sub brand launched in the newly established Farnley Market, set to create four new jobs initially with more planned as the business grows. The aim is to eventually include a Smokehouse and for customers to be able to purchase a larger variety of products made on site and from a number of local businesses.

You can find the Bakehouse on Field Lane, Farnley Tyas and visit www.farnleymarket.co.uk

WE’VE had a tense few days on the farm this month as our cattle were tested for Bovine Tuberculosis (TB).

Bovine TB is a contagious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium bovis and in England cases are on the increase.

The disease is transmitted by close contact with an infected animal, through their breath, saliva, urine or faeces and cattle, goats, pigs, wild animals such as badgers and deer and domestic cats and dogs as well as humans can be infected.

The disease is notifiable which means if a farmer suspects an animal may have bovine TB they must report it to the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency.

This said the disease is hard to spot, infected animals have a fever, coughing and a reduced appetite which leads to weight loss.

Routine testing for bovine TB is carried out in cattle, buffalo and bison to monitor and help control the spread of the disease.

Yorkshire is in a low risk area so we have to test our

Testing the cattle for Bovine Tuberculosis.

Good progress is being cattle every four years. made with our barn developThe disease is more prevament, our builders, HD9 conlent in the West and South struction, expect to comWest of England and testing plete their work in a few is carried out every year in weeks and bed and breakfast these counties. bookings are now being The bovine TB test taken. involves a vet pricking the We also have our first skin on a cows neck with the TB antigens. The area is then experience days planned for the beginning of December. checked after three days, A Christmas gammon large lumps indicate the which is a full day hands on presence of TB. course, led by Andrew, Cattle which give a positive reaction are retested and farmer and butcher at Coddy’s Farm and Lewis our if they are found to have chef, learning the science of bovine TB, they are slaughcuring and cooking hams tered to control the spread and a Three Bird Roast of the disease. Fortunately where you will learn how to all our cattle are free of prepare a festive three bird bovine TB. roast ready for Christmas.

We made the most of our With a maximum of 16 vet’s visit and while he tested guests our courses are our cattle for bovine TB he designed to be informative, also ultrasound scanned friendly and fun. them to determine which of If you would like to join us our cows are pregnant. for one of the courses please October will now be spent preparing our sheds to house visit www.coddysfarm.co.uk for details. the cattle over the winter.

‘Property of the Month’ 1 Stoney Bank Lane, New Mill, Holmfirth - Offers Region £300,000

This unique home is finished to the highest of standards and will only be fully appreciated by an internal inspection. The property was formerly two mill cottages which have been combined to create a spacious home. The property has undergone a comprehensive scheme of modernisation and features a stylish contemporary interior. It

comprises entrance porch, stunning dining kitchen, lounge, utility, downstairs shower room / wc, landing, 4 good sized bedrooms (en-suite and walk in wardrobe to master) and a superb house bathroom. The property is finished to the highest of standards and features uPVC double glazed windows, gas central heating system (underfloor

heating on the ground floor), quality fixtures and fittings throughout. There is a double width driveway to the front of the house with a pleasant lawned garden area. To the rear is a further garden with a large paved patio and further lawned area beyond. The property has no vendor chain and May consider local part exchange.

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Verwood, 95a Woodhead Road, Holmbridge, Holmfirth

Offers Region £415,000

Offers Region £299,950

Offers Region £279,950

Offers Region £275,000

This stone built grade II listed semi-detached barn conversion occupies a choice position on the edge of the sought after rural village of Upperthong. It enjoys superb views to the front and rear over the surrounding countryside. The spacious accommodation comprises: entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen, utility, downstairs wc, galleried landing, 3 large double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, double glazed windows, modern fixtures and fittings and exposed roof trusses at first floor level. Externally there is a generous gravelled drive and parking area to the front providing access to the integral garage. To the rear there is an enclosed garden area which backs onto fields. For sale with vacant possession and no vendor chain.

Only by viewing this uniquely designed modern detached house can its true size and quality be fully appreciated. The property has been completed to a high standard with generous room sizes and quality fittings throughout. It briefly comprises: spacious hall, cloakroom, living kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bathrooms on the ground floor. Downstairs there is a large living room (2910 x 212), wc, boiler room and store. The upper floor is devoted to the master bedroom and features a large double bedroom, superb en-suite wet room and a dressing room. Externally there is a generous parking area and driveway which leads to the detached single garage and a further low maintenance but well proportioned garden area. The property is well located for the amenities of Holmfirth with the sought after Upperthong Junior School on its doorstep.

An attractive 4 bedroom detached dormer bungalow occupying a pleasant corner plot with delightful views towards Castle Hill and beyond. The rear garden has been transformed into a delightful entertaining area with extensive seating area, barbeques, waterfall and pond. The property itself has been much improved by the present owners and has the benefit of a gas central heating system, Upvc double glazing and attractive fittings. It comprises entrance hall, lounge, dining room, large conservatory, kitchen, bedroom 4 and bathroom on the ground floor and 3 bedrooms and en-suite shower room on the first floor. There are additional gardens to the front and side together with driveway, parking area and detached garage. This is a splendid property situated in a popular residential area. Internal viewing recommended.

Occupying a delightful south facing position with open countryside views to the rear is this attractive well designed detached property. It comprises entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, utility, cloakroom/w.c., 2 bedrooms, bathroom and sun lounge on the ground floor and a further 2 rooms with potential to create 2 more bedrooms and large storage area on the lower floor. The property has a gas central heating system and double glazing throughout but some updating of fittings is required. There is a driveway, detached garage and good sized garden to the rear. Rarely do properties of this type and in this area become available for sale Viewing recommended to appreciate the size and well laid out accommodation on offer and the splendid views to the rear. No chain involved.

202 Helme Lane, Meltham, Holmfirth

18 Under Bank Old Road, Holmfirth

36 Victoria Mills, Holmfirth Offers Region £269,950 This exceptional modern end townhouse offers well presented and flexible accommodation over 3 levels and is conveniently located half a mile from the centre of Holmfirth. It comprises: entrance hall, ground floor bedroom with garden room and ensuite, integral garage / utility, landing, lounge, dining kitchen, 3 further bedrooms on the upper floor, en-suite and house bathroom. It has the benefit of uPVC double glazed windows, gas central heating and quality contemporary fittings throughout.

Externally there is a parking area to the front, enclosed garden to the rear and a terraced sitting areas at first floor level to both the front and rear. Internal viewing is essential.

Rydal Croft, Bill Lane, Wooldale, Holmfirth

Offers Region £225,000 Rydal Croft is a tastefully extended 4 bedroomed semi-detached house situated in a popular residential area and enjoying far reaching open views to the rear. It comprises entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge, large dining kitchen, conservatory, utility, cloakroom/wc, 3 first floor bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room, and large attic bedroom 4 with adjoining office. There is also a large basement with several sections which have been lined out and floored. The house has a gas central heating system and double glazing. There is a driveway/parking to the front, integral garage and garden area to the rear from which to enjoy the views. Handily placed for local junior and secondary schools. Viewing recommended.a

Holmroyd, Woodhead Road, Holmfirth

Offers Region £194,950 A beautifully presented semi-detached house with gardens and double garage occupying a delightful slightly elevated position with near south facing open countryside views to the front. The house comprises entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, small cellar, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. It has a gas central heating system, recently installed uPVC double glazed windows and modern fittings. There are well layed out gardens to the front and rear and a detached double garage with electric and water supplies. Situated within easy walking distance of the centre of Holmfirth. Viewing reccommended.

9 South Lane, Holmfirth

Offers Region £269,950

Offers Region £250,000

Offers Region £225,000

This magnificent double fronted 3 storey townhouse is situated in close proximity to the popular centre of Holmfirth and has the benefit of a delightful terraced garden to the rear. The property is presented to a high standard throughout and features a wealth of period features including stone flagged floor, exposed beams period fireplaces and a superb Yorkshire range. The flexible accommodation is suitable for a variety of purchasers and comprises: downstairs sitting room, dining room, dining kitchen, utility / pantry, cellar, large landing / study area, upstairs sitting room/ bedroom 4, 2 bathrooms, 3 double bedrooms and a study / occasional bedroom. It has a gas central heating system, mostly double glazed windows and attractive fixtures and fittings throughout. To the rear of the house there is a patio area above which there is a well planned terraced garden which enjoys delightful rooftop views over the centre of Holmfirth

This spacious semi detached house must be seen to fully appreciate both the size of accommodation and gardens along with the tremendous rural setting. It is arranged over 3 floors and briefly comprises: entrance hall, dining kitchen, lounge, downstairs wc, utility room, landing, 4 bedrooms and bathroom. The property benefits from a gas central heating system and uPVC double glazed windows throughout. There is generous parking area to the front of the house with a particularly good sized enclosed garden to the rear which adjoins open fields. Internal viewing is highly recommended.

A beautiful double fronted semi-detached cottage set in a picturesque position close to Holmfirth with good sized grounds. The property boasts great charm and character with large and flexible internal accommodation over 2 floors. The cottage offers the amount of floor space more commonly found in a 3 bedroom home and comprises: lounge, dining room, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, large flexible landing and bathroom.

It has the benefit of UPVC double glazed windows, gas central heating and modern fixtures and fittings. There are large gardens to the front of the property with a generous extended area of land below offering further potential. Internal viewing is recommended to appreciate the size of the accommodation on offer.

Roslyn, 212 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth

5 Moorbrook Mill Drive, New Mill, Holmfirth Offers Region £199,950

57a Sude Hill, New Mill, Holmfirth

Offers Region £220,000 This spacious semi-detached home occupies a convenient location with access to Holmfirths many amenities with the benefit of a good sized enclosed garden to the rear. It is arranged over 3 levels and comprises: entrance hall, 2 ground floor reception rooms, shower room / wc, dining kitchen, store, landing, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. It features a wealth of period features including sash windows, complimented by a gas central heating system and modern fixtures and fittings.

Externally there is a garden to the front, driveway / parking to the side and a generous enclosed garden. The property overlooks the Sands Recreation grounds at the rear and enjoys a pleasant outlook beyond. No vendor chain.

6 Oak Avenue, Meltham, Holmfirth

Offers Region £157,000 VENDOR TO PAY STAMP DUTY IF FULL ASKING PRICE IS ACHIEVED. A beautifully presented and extended semi detached house situated in a pleasant position in this popular residential area. The property comprises entrance hall, through lounge with dining area, kitchen, utility extension with cloakroom/w.c., 3 bedrooms and bathroom. There is an attractive garden to the rear, an attached garage, an extensive block paved driveway and parking area to the front. The house is enhanced by a gas central heating system, Upvc double glazing and attractive fittings. The property is handily placed for the highly regarded junior school. Viewing recommended.

This delightful modern mews style house offers surprisingly spacious accommodation with a garden, garage and parking, located close to the centre of the popular village of New Mill and its many amenities. It comprises: entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen, downstairs wc, landing, 3 good sized bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazed windows and modern fixtures and fittings throughout.

Externally there is a pleasant easy to maintain garden to the rear, with parking and a garage to the side. Viewing is essential to fully appreciate all that is on offer.

2 Oakleys, Burnlee Green, Liphill Bank Road, Holmfirth Offers Region £129,950 A beautifully presented 2 bedroom inner terraced cottage with enclosed rear garden situated in this popular residential area. The cottage has great charm and character and is enhanced by a gas central heating system, Upvc double glazing and modern fittings. It comprises dining kitchen, lounge with access to the rear garden, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. A cottage which must be viewed internally to appreciate the attractive accommodation and garden on offer.

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Offers Region £195,000 This characterful semi-detached weavers cottage is situated opposite the church in the popular village of New Mill. It offers spacious accommodation over 3 levels with an enclosed south facing garden and courtyard to the front. It comprises: entrance porch, lounge, dining kitchen, downstairs cloaks & WC, landing, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and study / nursery bedroom. It has a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazed windows , exposed beams and a stone fireplace in the lounge. To the front of the house there is a driveway and ample parking area leading to the attached garage. Beyond this there a lawn area and York stone flagged patio area. Far reaching views. Internal viewing is recommended.

20 Station Street, Meltham, Holmfirth

Offers Region £69,950 This attractive inner terraced overdwelling located in the centre of the popular village of Meltham, perfectly placed for access to the many local amenities. It comprises: entrance hall, dining kitchen, lounge, landing 2 bedrooms and bathroom. It has the benefit of a gas central heating system and uPVC double glazed windows, but would benefit from a scheme of further updating of fixtures and fittings. Externally there is a garden area to the front of the property. For sale with vacant possession and no vendor chain.

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Five-bedroom barn conversion exudes character and interest A SUBSTANTIAL barn conversion within the heart of Holmfirth is on the market with Simon Blyth.

Mugup Barn, a fivebedroom property on Mugup Lane, Towngate, exudes character and interest from every corner.

Outside, the property is situated in a particularly pleasant back water position within the muchadmired village.

Approached over the little known Mugup Lane, stone gateposts give access through to the home's driveway and double garage.

Mugup Barn’s gardens are predominantly to the rear, being enclosed by a combination of stone walling and timber trellising.

The area has been cleverly thought out, with various seating places, flagged pathways and a

raised lawn.

Inside, French oak flooring is fitted in most rooms, setting the tone of the property's high quality finish. The lounge/dining area is of a very good size and has masses of natural light thanks to its large window.

The sitting room follows the same theme, featuring two beams and a mullioned window overlooking the barn's gardens. Its magnificent stone fireplace takes centre stage, though.

Another interesting and useful feature in Mugup Barn is its games room/study. The wooden flooring continues in the room, with a mullioned window once again overlooking the gardens.

The kitchen really is superb, with a beautiful stone flagged floor, high ceiling heights and three magnificent beams. There is a stone chimney breast -

home to the kitchen's cream-coloured aga – and a combination of cabinets at low and high levels.

The room also has a four-ring gas hob and oven, a Belfast-style sink, an integrated fridge and plumbing for a dishwasher.

There is also a downstairs shower room, which is fitted with a lowlevel WC, ceramic tiling and spotlights.

Veer upstairs and Mugup Barn continues the wow factor, with eye-catching woodwork vying for attention. The first floor landing has a huge amount of scope thanks to its high, beamed ceilings.

Bedroom one is a goodsized double with yet more quality flooring. It is an en-suite and features a period-style bath with a Victorian tap arrangement.

The second bedroom is of a similar size. There is a continuation of the

flooring theme and it has a far-reaching view over the surrounding area thanks to its mezzanine level.

The property’s five-piece suite bathroom comprises period-style shower fittings, a beautiful pedestal wash basin and decorative tiling.

Bedroom three is

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another comfortable double, with a high angled and beamed ceiling catching the eye as well as its impressive mullioned windows.

The fourth – like the second – has access to the mezzanine area via a timber-style staircase. It is currently used as a study, but space is once again a

strong point.

The fifth and final bedroom is currently used as a dressing room, but comprises a high-level window, timber flooring and has access to a handy mezzanine area.

Mugup Barn is on the market with Simon Blyth for offers around £595,000.

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"The large local firm with decades of experience selling homes in and around The Holme Valley with three out of our six branches in Kirklees offering unriveled coverage.

Offices At: Holmfirth, Kirkburton, Huddersfield, Penistone, Barnsley,Wakefield and Ripponden.

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Fairfield House, Hollowgate, Holmfirth 01484 689689

Local, regional, e xc e p t i o n a l THE BARN FORD COURT, HOLMFIRTH

O/A £499,950

THE OLD FORGE, WILDSPUR MILLS, NEW MILL O/A £279,950

STANDING ABOVE HOLMFIRTH WITH SOME FANTASTIC VIEWS OVER THE VALLEY IS THIS HIGH SPECIFICATION FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOM FAMILY HOME WITH QUALITY FIXTURES AND FITTINGS THROUGHOUT. Positioned at the head of the courtyard among five other quality homes 'The Barn' enjoys magnificent views over the valley and back towards Holmfirth and beyond. It enjoys a semi-rural setting yet is convenient for local amenities and commuting, only with a detailed inspection can this very spacious accommodation be truly appreciated. It comprises; entrance hallway with galleried landing above, large lounge, sitting room/play room, dining room, study, kitchen with granite working surfaces and integrated appliances, utility and downstairs w/c.To the first floor is a galleried landing, the four first floor bedrooms are all vast, the master having an ensuite shower room, and a stylish house bathroom.The property has an oil fired heating system and on the ground floor is under floor heating, there is double glazing and an alarm.The property enjoys block paved double width parking at the front and integral garaging with automatic door, a large rear garden with patio and decking, this adjoins open fields with stunning views in all directions.A wonderful family home which viewing is an absolute must. - EPC C

A VERY WELL PRESENTED INDIVIDUAL DETACHED THREE BEDROOMED HOME BEING PART OF THIS AWARD WINNING DEVELOPMENT AND WITHIN 20 ACRES OF MATURE WOODLAND. The well presented interior is particularly light and bright, and of particular note is the superb lounge with glazed frontage overlooking the enclosed garden.The interior itself comprises; entrance hallway with downstairs w/c, kitchen with adjoining living room which creates a sociable open plan living, dining and entertaining space, and a separate lounge with full height ceiling, exposed timbers and glazed frontage.To the first floor are three bedrooms, the master having its own ensuite shower room as well as the well appointed house bathroom.

There is parking to the rear and an enclosed garden/sun terrace, double glazing, alarm and a gas fired central heating system, the property stands within approx 20 acres of mature woodland, with delightful woodland walks and an aspect over the river.A most individual home requiring an early inspection. - EPC C

1 ST ANNES SQUARE, DAISY LANE, HOLMFIRTH O/A £235,000

41 MIDWAY, SOUTH CROSLAND HUDDERSFIELD O/A £175,000

A BEAUTIFUL THREE STOREY COTTAGE SET WITHIN THE HEART OF THE MUCH LOVED TOWNSHIP OF HOLMFIRTH WITH DELIGHTFUL GARDENS TO THE FRONT AND SMALL PARKING AREA TO THE SIDE WITH VIEWS ACROSS HOLMFIRTH. This three bedroomed good sized cottage has an interesting array of accommodation, most of which benefits from characterful features including beams to the ceiling, mullioned windows and attractive stone fireplaces.With a good sized lounge (14'0 x 15'0) and second sitting room (14'10 x 12'0), the home also has a pleasant dining kitchen. Briefly, with PVCu double glazing, and gas fired central heating it comprises; entrance lobby, lounge, dining kitchen, lower ground floor second sitting room with attractive feature fireplace, pantry/store, three bedrooms, house bathroom and gardens of a characterful nature including a central stone flagged pathway, shrubbery and trees.

SITUATED IN THE CENTRE OF THIS WELL REGARDED SEMI-RURAL VILLAGE. A fine example of a grade two listed character cottage with exposed beams, fireplace and mullion style windows complemented by modern fixtures and fittings.

With off road parking, double glazing and a gas fired central heating system the accommodation comprises; entrance lobby, lounge with exposed fireplace and beams, kitchen with oven and hob, two good sized first floor double bedrooms and house bathroom.The gravelled garden area at the front can be utilised as a seating area and also provides off road parking and enclosed rear yard, viewing highly recommended. - EPC E

34 COLDERS LANE, MELTHAM

14A HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, HOLMFIRTH

O/A £129,950

O/A £129,950

A TWO BEDROOMED END COTTAGE WITH A GROUND FLOOR EXTENSION HAVING ITS OWN ENCLOSED GARDEN SET BACK FROM COLDERS LANE WITH VILLAGE CENTRE AMENITIES ONLY A SHORT DISTANCE AWAY. Having the advantage of no upper chain involvement this stone built end cottage has had a ground floor extension in recent times, it has majority PVCu glazing and gas fired central heating system. It comprises; entrance porch leading into an entrance lobby, lounge, kitchen with built in oven and hob, adjoining breakfast/dining room and stylish ground floor shower room, there is a useful valuted cellar and to the first floor are two bedrooms and a bathroom.Tucked away off Colders Lane the property has an enclosed good sized garden for a property of this age and size, and the property has ease of access to the variety of amenities in Meltham centre and has the advantage of no upward chain. - EPC D

A TOP AND ATTIC FLOOR LEVEL GRADE II LISTED APARTMENT WITH PRIVATE ENTRANCE HALL OFFERING SPACIOUS AND PARTICULARLY CHARACTERFUL ACCOMMODATION INCLUDING MULLIONED WINDOWS AND IMPRESSIVE BEAMS.With a flexible accommodation this centrally located apartment enjoys a pleasant outlook over the River Holme and fields beyond. Briefly it comprises; entrance hall, staircase to upper hall, dining living kitchen(14'0 X 14'0), two bedrooms (or one as separate living room), bathroom, and top floor attic room (21'9 X 20'7) with incredible beams and Velux window. All having been recently refurbished and upgraded and with gas fired central heating. - EPC E

THE GRANGE, FENAY BRIDGE RENT: 2,250 Deposit: £3,000

5 HONEYHEAD LANE, HONLEY RENT: £950 DEPOSIT: £1150

BEAUTIFUL FOUR BEDROOM PERIOD HOUSE, FORMING PART OF FENAY HALL, WITH STUNNING VIEWS OVER THE WOODSOME VALLEY.This family home has been newly refurbished throughout and the accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hall with storage cupboard, stone fireplace and multi fuel stove; lounge with wooden shutters to windows, feature fireplace and gas fire; dining room with stone fireplace and multi fuel stove; modern fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units, including an island unit, all with granite worktops, dual fuel range cooker, integral dishwasher and large American style fridge freezer; utility room with fitted units and plumbing for washer; garden room with glass roof and door leading to side terrace; open stairway and wide galleried landing with storage cupboards; master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, ensuite bathroom with low level w/c, twin basins in granite topped vanity unit, double ended bath and double walk in shower; two further double bedrooms, one with built in cupboards; family bathroom with three piece white suite included granite topped vanity unit and original shutters to the windows; shower room with double walk in shower; and large attic bedroom with exposed beams.There is a long private driveway leading to the property, parking for several vehicles, integral garage and beautiful established gardens with paved seating areas, shrubs and walled flowerbeds.

MODERN FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOME CLOSE TO LOCAL AMENITIES IN HONLEY VILLAGE. This family home has neutral décor throughout, the accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hall; downstairs w/c; lounge with feature fireplace; dining room with French doors to rear garden; dining kitchen with a range of wall and base units, oven, hob, extractor hood, integrated fridge, freezer, and dishwasher; utility room with plumbing for a washer; master bedroom with ensuite shower room; three double bedrooms and a family bathroom with modern three piece suite with shower mixer tap.At the front of the property is a driveway leading to single integral garage, lawned garden and enclosed lawned garden to the rear. No pets/smokers. Children welcome.

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£100 in cash if you’re not 100 per cent happy with the job ...

Local roofing firm guarantees a first class job every time, or it won’t cost you a penny!

AS ROOFING specialists it might be easy for local-based reputable roofing company Fenton & Fenton to attract customers by telling them to check that damp patch on the ceiling claiming that, this year, 1000s of roofs will leak causing extensive damage, stress and inconvenience for householders, not to mention money.

It might even be easy for Fenton & Fenton to promise that they are so confident that customers will be 100% delighted with the work that if they’re not then they don’t pay a penny.

But what might not be so easy to say is that – in the very unlikely event that customers are not 100% happy with the workmanship – then Fenton & Fenton will give them £100 in cash on top.

In other words, not only would a dissatisfied customer get the job done for free, but they’d also get £100 “by way of an apology”.

It’s a bold promise to make, but there’s a genuine reason why Huddersfield’s “most recommended roofing company” is offering this unusual better-than-risk-free guarantee to householders, as owner Craig Fenton explains: “We want people to go for a reputatable roofing firm and not a fly-

by-night cowboy,” he says. “With all those builders-from-hell type programmes on the TV, it can be easy to mistrust tradesmen, and roofers tend to get the worst press.

Craig adds that there’s nothing that makes his men angrier than when they see shoddy workmanship left by the cowboys.

“We genuinely care about householders and we want them to be sure of choosing a professional, established and reputable company first time round,” he continues.

“Also, we want to encourage people to keep their roofs properly

maintained by offering competitive rates, free preventative advice and cast-iron guarantees.”

Additionally, Craig says they promise to beat any comparable quote. “So not only will householders get a great job, they’ll get it at a fair, honest and competitive price!”

Every year Fenton & Fenton completes thousands of roofing jobs for domestic customers across Huddersfield and Yorkshire, 95% of which have come from recommendations in the last 12 months alone.

As Craig says: “There’s a reason why we are Huddersfield’s ‘most recommended’ roofing company.

We always do a superb job. And our better-than-risk-free guarantees prove that we’re confident enough to put our money where our mouth is.”

“In over 24 years in the roofing business I don’t think we’ve had a single complaint,” says Craig. “And that’s a rare thing in the building industry. Hopefully this is another fact that customers will find reassuring.”

Naturally all quotes are free and

without obligation, which means customers don’t have to go ahead if they don’t want to “because we know people hate being pressurised,” adds Craig.

“And because we know they also hate the idea of competitive quotes that suddenly become huge, the price you see on our quotes is the price you pay – and not a penny more.”

Is this the fairest, biggest BetterThan-Risk-Free-Guarantee ever?

Fenton & Fenton think so!

Find out why by contacing them on 01484 885309.