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February 2014
Local Events and guide to local traders
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New Year Honours
An OBE for Gnosall Nurse Helene
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What’s On in Gnosall
Its Panto time
New home for Gnosall Police
Lions provide a life saver
You help decide future of village
County goes ahead with housing plans
Website http://gnosall.info
Contents
Contacting The Gpn Team 2
Useful Facts And Numbers
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What’s On In Gnosall!
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Regular Meetings This Month
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Table Top Sale
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House For Rent
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Announcements4
Future Of Gnosall Swimming Pool 4
Coffee Morning
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Nurse Helene Obe 5
Best Kept Village 2014
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St Lawrence Church Gnosall
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Farming In Perthshire
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Gnosall Catholic News
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Canon Michael Neylon Reflects
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Gnosall Methodist Church
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Gnosall Parish Council
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Walking For Health 2014
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Moreton And Bromstead Gardening
Club13
Trinity Church Café, Stafford
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Gnosall Phoenix Club
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Grid Report - 14
The Royal British Legion Gnosall And
District Branch
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MacMillan Cancer
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Songs from the Sixties
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Stepping Back in Fashion
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Afternoon Tea Dance
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Gnosall Lions Raise Money For
Defibrillator17
Try Bellringing
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Healthy Walks Programme Spring
201418
It’s Panto Time … Oh Yes It Is!
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Index To Our Advertisers
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Local Trades And Services
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Contacting the GPN team
Editorial Contributions or Notification of Events
MUST be received ASAP but by no later than
the 15th of the month for inclusion in the next
edition. i.e. 15 Feb for March Edition Send to:
EDITOR, Joyce Rowe, 8 The Seesall, Gnosall. Tel:
822579, email: [email protected]
ADVERTISEMENTS. One clear month notice
must be given for any amendments or new
adverts. i.e by end of February to be included
in April edition. Please send new adverts or
amendments to: Pat Tweed,1 Berkeley Close,
Gnosall. Tel: 822523,
email: [email protected] .
Issue number 621 January 2014
USEFUL
FACTS AND
NUMBERS
GROSVENOR CENTRE
01785 822685
GNOSALL VILLAGE HALL
01785 823870
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
VET - SHIRES VETERINARY
PRACTICE 01785 823713 or
see page 11
emergency only Eccleshall 850218
at Impstones Community Centre
PEST CONTROL – STAFFORD
BOROUGH COUNCIL - 0845 505
Mondays at 11am to 2.00 p.m.
7378
AGE UK
Coffee Morning.
STAFFORD RECYCLING CENTRE,
Bingo First Tuesday of each month
St Alban’s Road – Opening Times
Monday: 9am - 6pm,
Tuesday: 9am - 6pm,
Wednesday: Closed,
Thursday: Closed,
Friday: 9am - 6pm,
Saturday: 9am - 5pm, Sunday: 9am
- 5pm
Bank Holiday Opening Times
Open: 9am - 5pm (Except over the
Christmas Period),
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day,
New Years Day
2 till 3.45pm.
Wednesday Club fortnightly Whist Drive and
Dominoes.
GNOSALL & DISTRICT
VOLUNTARY CAR SCHEME If you feel you need to use the
Gnosall Voluntary Car scheme. We
are here for you.
Ring Martin Watkins 01785
824005. We will do our best to
help.
GNOSALL LIBRARY (Primary
School)
Monday 3-5, Tuesday 9-11,
Wednesday closed, Thursday 3-5,
Friday 5-7,Saturday 10-12
MOBILE LIBRARY
Thursday (Three weekly)
Wharf Road, 3.30 - 4.10
Grosvenor Centre 4.15-5.15
EMERCENCY SERVICES
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Police HQ 08453 302010
Fire Service HQ 08451 221155
Ambulance HQ 01785 253521
Electricity:08457 331331
Water:0800 7834444
Gas:0800 111999
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Mid Staffordshire
(Stafford):01785 257731
Cannock Chase:01543 572757
St George’s:01785 257888
University Hospital of North
Staffordshire:01782 715444
HOSPITALS
(non emergency) 101
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Clarence 0800 232323
CITIZENS’ ADVICE BUREAU
POLICE
ROADS, PAVEMENTS AND
STREET LIGHTING ISSUES
STREETSCENE
Stafford:01785 258673
(litter and dog mess) 01785
619401
GNOSALL SURGERY
GRAPHICS DESIGN -Trevor Ashton, tel 824497,
email: [email protected].
01785 822220
DISTRIBUTION - Bob Colman, tel 823955,
Norma Ellis 823704,
REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS 01785
Gerry Dale 822735. TREASURER - Pat Tweed,
tel 822523. CHAIRMAN –Steve Torrington, tel
822480, email: [email protected]
& 4.30 to 5.30pm
822166 from 10.30am to 12.00pm
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The Gnosall Parish News is edited
and distributed locally on a voluntary
basis. We do however contract out
the printing.
We are non-profit making. Each
year a donation is made to one or
more local voluntary or charitable
organisations.
What’s on in Gnosall!
FEBRUARY 2014
1 Trinity Church Cafe, Stafford, (opposite Wilkinsons) , will be run by Gnosall
Methodist Church from 9.30 am
1 Gnosall Lions Pie and Pea Supper with “The Pie Men” in the Grosvenor Centre 7.30
2 Table Top Sale, Memorial Village hall 9.15am
2 Healthy walk Ranton Village Hall 10.30am
4 Royal British Legion 20.00hrs at the Gnosall Memorial Village Hall
5 Military Whist Grosvenor Centre 7.30pm
7 Phoenix Club Morning
7 “Step back in Fashion “,fashion show by the Vintage Wardrobe Gnosall W.I,
Grosvenor Centre 7.30pm
8 Gnosall Church Bellringers taster session 10.00 to 13.00
8 Civic Amenity Site Visit
8 St Lawrence Church – Shifnal Male Voice Choir Concert, 7.30 p.m
10 Parish Council meeting , Brearley Room
11Women’s Fellowship at Methodist Hall
12 Healthy walk Norbury Junction CP 10.30am
14 Phoenix “Not NORWAY” the best of the rest! Slides & talk on holiday travels
18 Friends of St Lawrence Open Coffee morning Grosvenor Centre 10-12 noon
18 U3A Newport talk 2pm at The British Legion Club, Audley Rd, Newport
19 Military Whist Grosvenor Centre 7.30pm
20 Mobile Liibrary Wharf Rd 3.30-4.10 Grosvenor Centre 4.15-5.00
21 Phoenix Best Kept Village Presentation RAFFLE
22 Gnosall Players Jack and the Beanstalk 2.30 & 7.30 Gnosall Memorial Village Hall
23 Gnosall Players Jack and the Beanstalk 2.30 Gnosall Memorial Village Hall
25 Moreton and Bromstead Gardening Tim Coleshaw—“Aqualate then now and
the future” 7.30pm at Moreton Millennium Centre
26 Healthy walk Allotment Car Park Gnosall 10.30am
27 Best Kept Village meeting – volunteers wanted. 7.30
28 Phoenix Treasure trails, Murder Mystery OR Treasure hunt
28- March 2 St Lawrence Church: Exploring Baptism down the ages. Exhibition and
special services
MARCH
7 Womens’ World Day of Prayer ecumenical service St Lawrence 2.00pm
8 Gnosall Macmillan Cancer Support - The Frenchman Street Jazz Band, 7.00- 7.30
Memorial Village Hall
12 Gnosall St Lawrence Masonic Lodge Regular Meeting held at Chase Golf Club
Pottal Pool Rd Penkridge ST19 5RN
15 Beatles Tribute Band . Details later. at Moreton Millennium Community Centre
18 Moreton and Bromstead Grdening . Millennium Hall 7.30 - Trees And Hedges”
18 Friends of St Lawrence Open Coffee morning Grosvenor Centre 10-12 noon
25 Gnosall Lions – Old Fashioned Tea Dance , Memorial Hall, 2.00pm to 4.30pm
29 St Lawrence Church Choir – songs from 60s,70s,80s and 2000s. St Lawrence
7.00pm
APRIL
5 Gnosall Singers at the Memorial Hall at 7.30 pm
15 Katharine House Coffee morning Grosvenor Centre 10.00 am to 12 noon
MAY
2-4 St Lawrence Church: Exploring Weddings down the ages. Exhibition and
special services
17/18 Arts Festival at Moreton
JUNE
21 Gnosall Carnival
SEPTEMBER
3 Puddings Evening, Sandon Hall, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. 7.30pm.
OCTOBER
10-12 St Lawrence Church: Exploring Funerals down the ages. Exhibition and
special service commemorating 100th anniversary of the First World War.
11 Gnosall Singers at the Memorial Hall at 7.30 pm
18 Magician from London, Gnosall Memorial Village Hall 8.00 pm in aid of Katharine
House
NOVEMBER
22 Tom Topping & Friends, Memorial Village Hall, in aid of Macmillan Cancer
Support. 7.30pm.
DECEMBER
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REGULAR MEETINGS
THIS MONTH
GNOSALL
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Bowling Monday 3pm, at
Gnosall Village Hall also
Thursday 3pm and 7pm
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Bingo Friday 7.30pm at Village
Hall
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Bridge at the Grosvenor
Wednesday 7.20pm
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Phoenix at Grosvenor Friday
10am -12noon
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Healthy Walking Group
Wednesday
10.30am 2, 12, 26 February
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Mobile library , Wharf Road 3.30 - 4.10 Grosvenor Centre 4.15 - 5.00
20 February
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Military Whist, Grosvenor
Centre 7.30. 5th and 19th
March.
NEWPORT
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U3A Newport Shropshire
Meetings are held on the third
Tuesday of the month at the
Royal British Legion Club,
Audley Road, Newport.
Table Top Sale
To include Collectables &
Household Goods
Gnosall Memorial Village Hall
2 February 2014
Doors open at 9.15 a.m.
Admission 25p (children free)
Sellers from 8.15 a.m.
£5 per table
If preferred, tables may be reserved
by phoning Mrs Malone 01785
823303
Proceeds to be divided between
Gnosall Memorial Village Hall and
Gnosall Lions
Announcements
Gnosall United Charities
HOUSE FOR
RENT
I want to take this opportunity to
thanks those of you who attended the
funeral of Betty Nicholls on the 5th
November 2013. We will miss Mom in
every breath. But it was wonderful to
see so many of her friends from the
village come and celebrate her life.
Moving to the village over 38 years ago
was a marked change from town life.
However, the village and community
always made Mom Dad (and myself )
feel good. Mom and Dad (Henry) made
some good friends. When they needed
help the friends and the community
were there for them.
I would particularly like to say a big
thank you to the Rev Mark. He has
administered to my Mom at St Josephs
for many months and was with her as
she passed. The commitment in her
spiritual care was important to both
Mom and us as a family. My sister and
I attended communion the weekend
of my Moms passing and found much
comfort in Marks words and his passion
and power of delivery of old, but
meaningful sermon. It uplifted us at a
time when we were deeply grief stuck.
2 Stafford Road Gnosall
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One Bedroom. Lounge, Kitchen,
Conservatory, Bathroom
Full gas fired central heating
UPVC Double glazing
Garden
The property will be available
from 1 January 2014
Age restrictions will apply
Thanks to Mark for a wonderful
service as we all said goodbye to our
lovely Mom. All there remarked how
wonderful it had been and if a funeral
could be lovely – that was it.
Finally thanks to those who donated
to our charities, the collection has
raised almost £300 for the RNLI and
British Heart Foundation. The RNLI is
particularly close to all of our hearts. I
recall standing on cold and rainy streets
on Flag Day with Mom, being told to
stop complaining there were people
who needed the help and we should be
grateful to people who gave their time
in the service of others. How true that is.
Kathy Nicholls
Sid Powell would like to wish his
family, friends and neighbours A Very
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
APOLOGIES From Editor
Acknowledgements last month should
have been to Bob Winfield for his
photographs. Sorry Bob!
Due to the courtyard location of
the house, pets are not allowed
Enquiries or applications in
writing to:Mrs Stiles – Clerk
Heather Lodge
6 Fairview Court
Tel: 01785 841314
Wheaton Aston
ST19 9RB
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Update on
future of Gnosall
Swimming Pool
Towards the end of November
2013, at a public meeting about
Gnosall swimming pool (which
is not covered by the Priority
Schools Building Programme),
lots of people came forward
offering to help find a way to
keep it.
Cllr Mark Winnington committed
to supporting a Steering Group
to explore this and has since
made arrangements for a
feasibility study.
At the beginning of January
2014, he called a meeting of the
Steering Group (hosted by the
Parish Council at the Grosvenor
Centre), which was attended
by some 30 people. They had
the chance to share and discuss
their views on the pool as a
community facility and what the
feasibility study might include.
They put forward a number of
areas they would like to consult
the local (and wider) community
about, which will be developed
into questionnaire – to get
information to feed into the
feasibility study.
You will hear more about this
in due course but if you would
like any information in the
meantime, please contact Sarah
Garner, Community Partnership
Officer on 07807 137125 or
[email protected]
Nurse Helene
OBE
Gnosall nurse Helene Donnelly
reacted in disbelief when she
heard she had been awarded
the OBE in the Queen’s New
Year Honours list.
“I am thrilled to have been
recognised in the honours
list, not just for myself, but
for all those who have and are
continuing to raise concerns on
behalf of patients and health care
staff,” said Helene.
Helene moved to Gnosall
with her husband and
two children in 2012 and
“absolutely loves the
village”.
The award is in
recognition of her
work to support NHS
staff who try to improve
patient care.
She was recently appointed the first
Ambassador for Cultural Change by
the Staffordshire and Stoke-on Trent
Partnership NHS Trust.
“It is only by raising concerns and
action being taken as a result, that
improvements can be made to
healthcare provision. As a nurse, it
is important to act as an advocate
for patients, and that is all that I did,”
she said.
Helene previously worked in the
A&E department at Stafford Hospital
and following her experience and
difficulties in trying to raise issues
there, she was a key witness at
the Public Inquiry into the Mid
Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.
In her new role, Helene has a clear
remit from Trust Chief Executive
Stuart Poynor and the Trust Board
to act freely and with complete
autonomy from the management
team as another route for matters
of concern to be raised at the
highest level.
She has been encouraged to visit
hospitals and clinics across the
organisation as widely as possible.
She will also be gathering feedback
about how staff feel, if they feel
listened to, and what might prevent
staff from raising concerns.
After qualifying as a staff nurse in
2002 and working in various
health care settings,
she became a Nurse
Practitioner in the A&E
department at Stafford in
2005.
“ During my time there I
became increasingly
concerned about the
poor standards of
patient care
and the low
morale of
staff. When
I tried to
report
issues
they were
routinely
ignored
and no
action
was taken. This left me feeling very
frustrated and led me to raise my
concerns more formally within the
Trust. “
Despite the well documented
problems at Stafford, Helene says
she has great faith in the nursing
profession and the NHS in general.
"I hope we are all working in health
and social care because we care
about delivering a high quality,
caring service to our patients. We
have a duty to act as advocates
for the people we care for and this
sometimes means speaking out
when things are not right! But in
order for all staff to feel able to
do this I believe we need to feel
truly listened to, supported and
protected.
"Through my own difficult personal
experience I am clear that there is
so much more that can be done to
raise awareness and support staff
who want to raise concerns. In my
new role as Ambassador for Cultural
Change I hope the situations I faced
at Stafford, and what I learnt from
them, can really help to encourage a
more open and transparent culture
across the Partnership Trust.
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Best Kept Village
2014
Gnosall Winners 2010, Haughton
Winners 2011, 2012 and 2013! Who
will win in 2014? We intend to go
for Gold and place Gnosall on the
Winners podium! We need your
help to keep Gnosall clear of litter,
clear of doggy doos, to maintain
our beautiful flower beds and to
generally make our village a joy to
walk around.
If you can spare just a few hours
during the spring and summer
then please do come along to our
first planning meeting on Thursday
February 27th at 7.30pm in the
Parish office. There will be a brief
review of last years BKV work and a
look at the judge’s comments along
with plans for winning in 2014! We
particularly welcome villagers new
to BKV along with the ‘old hands’!
The meeting will be brief and we
always enjoy lovely refreshments!.
David Clarke [email protected]
822483
An Invitation to Morning
Coffee and
Conversation
Tuesday 18 February,
10 am till 12 noon
in
The Grosvenor Centre
ALL WELCOME
ALL WELCOME
St Lawrence
Church Gnosall
St Lawrence Church, Gnosall is part
of the Benefice of The Staffordshire
Border Group of Churches
Web site: www.sbgoc.info.
Rector:
[email protected] 822213
Benefice Office:
Communion; 6:30pm Service of
rest and reflection
Sunday 23rd: 7:45am Holy
Communion; 10:30am Parish
Communion; 6:30pm Evening
Worship – talk: Issues from
society facing the Church. 1.
Euthanasia
Every Thursday at 9:15am Holy
Communion service at Church;
2:15pm Play & Praise for preschool children; 6:40pm Choir
Practice
Tel 284050 (Mon, Tues &
Fortnight Friday at 11am: Service
Thus – 9:15am to 2:15pm)
at Impstones Community Centre
[email protected] (7th and 21st)
Sunday & Midweek
Services
Play and Praise:
Meet every Thursday from 2:15pm.
Worship, songs and crafts for pre-school
children and their parents/ carers.
Midweek Communion:
Other Events in February
Grave Talk – Wednesday February
5th at 1pm in the Grosvenor
Centre & Thursday February
the 6th at 7:30pm also in the
Grosvenor Centre:
Every Thursday at 9:15am for a 30 min
A Cafe Space to talk about death,
service.
Choir: Practise every Thursday from
6:40pm to 8pm. Interested? Just turn
up.
Church Office Hour - Thursday: Book
wedding/ baptism come between
7pm to 7:40pm
Open Church:
The church is always open to
welcome visitors every Tuesday from
11am to 3pm and every Thursday
from 11am to 1pm.
dying and funerals. The truth
is we are all going to die. But
nobody wants to say anything.
Grave Talk is a chance to talk
about death, think about your
funeral, ask questions, air your
thoughts. For people of all faiths
and none. There will be tea and
cake. There will be talk. We’d love
you to come along to Grave Talk.
Open Door Coffee Morning
Saturday 8th from 10am: Church
Services in February
vestry
Sunday 2nd. 7:45am Holy
Communion; 10:30am Parish
Communion; 5pm Candlemas
All age service, followed by
presentation to Diane Woolridge
(Pioneer Minister)
Come and try out our bells!
Sunday 9th: 7:45am Holy
Communion; 10:30am Family
Service; 12:15pm Baptisms;
6.30pm Holy Communion.
Sunday 16th: 7:45am Holy
Communion; 10:30am Parish
Saturday 8th from 10am to 1pm:
Church bellringers taster session.
Come along and see what
ringing is all about!
Bereavement Support Group
Wednesday 12th at 1pm: At
church between 1pm to 2pm
– all those bereaved warmly
welcome.
Free Baptism (Christening)
Exhibition – Friday February
28th & Saturday March 1st:
Weekend exhibition exploring
how baptism (christenings) have
changed over the centuries
through customs, symbols and
objects used. Free entry and
refreshments served. Church’s
baptism registers dating from
1572 to the present day on
display.
Friday 2pm to 4pm and Saturday
10am to 4pm.
No Open Church in February:
From the Church registers for
January:
Baptisms. We welcome into God’s
family: No Baptisms recorded
Weddings. May God’s love bless
human love. Karl Dyble to Laurie
Rushton
Funerals: Eternal rest grant unto
them. No funerals recorded
Shifnal and District Male Voice
Choir Concert: Saturday 8th at
7pm: Shifnal & District Tickets
£5 adults and £3 children and
young people (up to age 15) Pay
on the door.
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(Extra December 100 Club Draw:
1st prize - Simon Air; 2nd prize Michael and Barbara Barker and
3rd prize - Helen Air)
Farming in
Perthshire
Editor
Inspired by the series of articles on
agriculture written by Peter Gillard I hve
written down my recollections of my very
limited farming experience.
David Lang
In 1939 I was sent from London to live
with relatives in Perthshire, and the
following year for the first time helped
gather up the corn crop. I particularly
recall that as the uncut corn narrowed
to a few yards most of the workers
stopped stooking and stood with sticks.
As the last few cuts were taken the
rabbits came pouring out and many
were killed with sticks. In wartime days
a rabbit was a welcome addition to the
meat ration.
Normally, in Scotland the school
summer holidays were from the end
of June to the end of August, a whole
eight weeks. But from 1940 or 1941
the holiday was cut into two four week
periods, the second part being from
mid August and known as the potato
holiday, which also covered the corn
crop.
In 1943 l spent that period on a farm
overlooking Loch Tay, where there
was no electricity or gas. Cooking was
done on a range and all lighting was by
paraffin. I recall that the hay had been
gathered on two four legged wooden
frames about eight feet high to dry.
To take it to the barn the farmer had a
cart with a flat platform which could
be tilted so the end could be lowered
to the bottom of the frame, which
was then pulled over onto the cart for
transport to the barn where the hay
was stored loose.
When the corn round the edge of
the field was cut with a scythe I had
to gather it into sheaves which were
tied with the corn itself. You took two
handfuls of corn, twisted the heads
together, scooped up a sheaf and tied
the corn rope round, twisting the ends
together and tucking the end back into
the sheaf so it did not untie.
The farmer did not have his own tractor
or reaper so we had to await the arrival
of the government tractor, the timing of
which depended on how the previous
farms were affected by rain. The driver
bedded down at each farm for two or
three nights.
By the time the reaper
arrived the crop was
partially laid flat
because of the amount
of wind and rain that
year, so the reaper was
fitted with crop lifters
in front of the cutters.
These were wooden
poles about three feet
long with metal tips
which sloped back
towards the reaper
at an angle of thirty
degrees.
On sloping fields the
cutting was uphill
only, but in spite of the
lifters the sheaves were
coming out tangled
together and I had to run alongside the
binder pulling the sheaves apart. This
was very tiring but I got a lift downhill
standing on the towbar. This nearly cost
me my heel as my foot slipped and my
heel was pinched between two parts of
the drawbar as the tractor turned to go
downhill. Fortunately the driver realised
the problem and straightened up
enough to release my foot. No health
and safety in those days. I do not think
there was anyone sitting on the reaper
to set the cutting height.
The rain kept coming at nights and
on the following day, when the wind
had dried the outside of the sheaves
we went round the field turning the
sheaves and
restooking
them. This was
done two or
three times.
When the
sheaves were
finally dry
leading in
was helped
by several
neighbours.
The farmer had
three horses,
and I and a
couple of lads
had the services
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of a quiet mare with a smallish cart.
We were not very good at it. On one
occasion I rode on top of the load to
hold it in place, But it slipped and I fell
to the ground, fortunately landing on
all fours without injury. Another time
we got too much load at the back and
the mare was nearly lifted off her feet
by her belly band. We sat on the shafts
to restore the balance.
On another day I was pitching the
sheaves onto a large cart where a
grumpy old farmhand was laying them
out. He was bad tempered because I
was not very skilled with the pitchfork
and I had difficulty placing the sheaves
just where he wanted them.
But even worse was that once I absent
mindedly clicked my tongue loudly.
This was a signal for the horse to move
on to the next stooks. As the farmhand
was bending over arranging the load.
He nearly shot over the back of the cart.
and verbally indicated that he was not
amused. Unfairly the horse was also
abused.
Fortunately the crop was in ricks before
a detachment of the army moved into
the fields with artillery, where they dug
holes to level guns. They stayed about
two days. Twice they fired their guns,
once about three in the night; once
during the day, when the farm dog left
the area at high speed.
The army officer gave the farmer a form
to claim for the cost of repairing any
damage they had done. I suspect that
being a canny Scot he made a good
profit out of this as his fencing was
much improved.
Other work I helped with included
dipping sheep and separating calves
from their mothers.
Altogether I got paid a few pounds
a week, less the cost of my lodgings,
before I returned to school.
Gnosall Catholic News
Parish Priest :
Canon Michael Neylon
St Austin’s,
82 Wolverhampton Road
Stafford ST17 4AW
01785 223553
email:
[email protected]
Parish Website:
www.saintaustins.org.uk
Fr Brian Whatmore 823726;
St Austins RC Church, Stafford
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READERS
INTERCESSIONS
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Mary Booth
Maggie Braun
Alison Rhodes
Anne Marie Rowley
Lorna Povey
Greg Oxley
Suzanne O’Doherty
Rupert Lister
Mary Booth
Maggie Braun
Alison Rhodes
Anne Marie Rowley
Lorna Povey
Greg Oxley
Suzanne O’Doherty
Rupert Lister
Rupert Lister
Pam MacDonald
Lorna Povey
Cath Grisewood
Teresa Livesey
Bryan Shackleton
Cathy Lister
Rupert Lister
Teresa (749044) continues to ensure we have readers present each Sunday morning, but as
we now have great participation in this, please let her know before Mass if you’ve arranged a
swap..
Please contact Phil Knowles if you want to add to this page in future editions.
Phone 0781 7906701
This year’s Women’s World Day of Prayer
This ecumenical event will take place on Friday 7 March, at 2.00pm in
St Lawrence Church. The preacher will be the Rev Kathryn Hammond.
The service has been put together by the women in the Church of
Egypt. The theme is: ‘Streams in the Desert’.
Female volunteers are needed for the readings being done by the
Catholics for our participation in the service. Please contact Mary
Booth if you are willing to help.
Archbishop of Westminster Vincent Nichols
to become Cardinal
The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Westminster, Vincent Nichols, is to be
created a Cardinal by Pope Francis.
Archbishop Nichols will be one of 19 new Cardinals from around the world
who will be appointed as Cardinals at the Vatican on 22 February.
He said: “I am deeply moved by the honour conferred on the Catholic Church
in England and Wales and on the Diocese of Westminster in my appoint“Personally this is a humbling moment.”
ment.
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Deacons Louis Livesey
749044 & David McCarroll
223553.
Sunday Masses:
St Austin’s Stafford,
Saturday 5.00pm,Sunday
10.30am &6pm;
At St Lawrence’s,
Gnosall, Sunday 8.45am
Advent House Masses and Sacrament of Reconciliation
Many thanks to our hosts, Cath,
Maggie and Nuala and Steve for
the privilege of having House
Masses. And to all who attended.
Canon Michael Neylon reflects on a
year of wonderful personal memories
Help!!! This is my initial thought as I try to prepare my first letter for Gnosall
Parish News. In the first weeks of the new year it is hard to imagine what will be
topical in February as I am still in reflective mode of the year just past, and what
a year it was. For me there are three wonderful personal memories.
Firstly, I celebrated the fortieth anniversary of my Ordination to the Priesthood.
What a great evening we had in May when Bishop David McGough along
with many priest friends, family members, friends and parishioners helped
me celebrate the Jubilee Mass at St. Austin’s Church followed by a wonderful
reception in the Parish Hall. Later in the year along with a total of 63 Diamond,
Golden and Ruby Jubilarians I was the guest of the Bishops of England and
Wales at Palazola outside Rome for a mini retreat and a time to relax and share
experiences with other Jubilarians.
Secondly, I became a Senior Citizen, and again what a wonderful evening
we had in September for the celebration of the Birthday Mass followed by
another party in the Parish Hall, again with wonderful food and drink and the
presentation of a very generous cheque. For all the support, love and kindness
of so many people I am very grateful.
Thirdly, I was delighted to be at Croke Park in Dublin to see my native
county Clare draw with our great rivals Cork in the All Ireland Hurling Final.
Concelebrating the Silver Jubilee Mass of a former assistant prevented me
getting to the replay but it was good to watch it live on television and see Clare
win a thrilling game.
However, enough about me for now!!! The other abiding memory I have of 2013
is the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. What a wonderful impression he made
on us when he visited us in 2010. We saw an aspect of him that was so different
to what was often presented in some quarters. We saw a humble holy man, a
man of powerful intellect with a big pastoral heart. Then, last year his heroic
decision to stand down due to failing health. He certainly took the world by
surprise. Now we have Pope Francis, Papa Francesco, succeeding him in Rome
and we have the appointment Of Justin Welby as Archbishop of Canterbury.
What great challenges lie ahead of them and what hopes many people have for
them. Let us keep them constantly in our prayers.
As the editor’s deadline draws near I see we are fast approaching the Annual
Octave of Prayer for the Unity of Christians. The pace may be slow in some
places but thank God there are many wonderful thing happening as the Holy
Spirit continues to guide and inspire us. May this year’s octave of Prayer bring us
many blessings.
At last something about February!!! I am looking forward in February to visiting
Auschwiz – Birkenau with some Sixth Formers from Blessed William Howard
Catholic High School along with some of their teacher and parents. I have
never been there but I am told by people who have been that it is something
everyone should experience. Please keep us in your prayers.
God bless,
Fr. Michael.
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GNOSALL METHODIST CHURCH
Sunday Services
2 February 10.30am:Rev Jeff Reynolds
9 February 10.30am: D. Hemingway
6. 30pm Rev. Jef f Reynolds JS 16 February 10.30am:L.A.
23 February 10.30am: Rob Hitchens
Junior Church
Minister:
Rev Jeff Reynolds
(Superintendent Minister) Tel:
661369
Bookings: Mrs Joan Jobling
Tel: 01785 822592
Sunday Services: 10.30 am, Crèche facilities; Junior
Class ( 4 years upwards )
6.30
pm, 2nd Sunday of the month
Tuesday:
2.00 pm, Women’s Fellowship
(fortnightly)
Friday:
6.15-7.45 pm – Junior Youth Club
8.00-10.00 pm – Senior Youth Club
Bible Reflection
Come to me, all you who are
weary and burdened and I
will give you rest.
Matthew 11: v28
New Year’s Day Walk
A New Year’s Day walk was suggested,
and delayed because of rain
to 2nd Jan. when 15 people and 3 dogs
set out along the railway,
onto the canal, round Goosemore and
back via. the Kingfisher trail.
Thanks to Margaret and Paul for
refreshments and thankyou to Peter
for organising and pointing out
interesting things along the way.
Womens Fellowship
Womens Fellowship.
On 11 February join us for a
cup of tea and a chat. A new
programme for the coming year
will be in the March GPN..
Prayer
Father, we cannot undo the past
or make it never have happened,
so we humbly ask you would you write
staight on our crooked lines?
Will you make something beautiful for you
out of the mistakes we have made?
Teach us to live at peace with you
to make peace with others and to make
with a steady eye, strong in your purpose,
forgiven and strong in hope. Amen
Richard, ex-offender Lincoln
Methodist Prayer Handbook 2011/2012
peace with ourselves.
Give us fresh vision. Let us experience your love
so deeply that we are free to face the future
with a steady eye, strong in your purpose,
forgiven and strong in hope. Amen
Richard, ex-offender Lincoln
The Seasons Of Life
Methodist Prayer Handbook 2011/2012
Life is a challenge of Seasons
As fragile as a butterfly’s wings
The “Spring”of life starts with new birth
And all the love that it brings.
The “Summer” seems to come along slowly
As we grow into adult life,
Sharing and learning each step of the way
Avoiding too much of its strife.
But unlike it is with our Summer
“Autumn” comes quckly along.
What have we done with all of our time?
Where do we really belong?
Are we prepared for the “Winter”,
What part has God played in our lives?
Have we allowed Him to lead through the seasons
Or have we just simply survived!
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GNOSALL PARISH COUNCIL
(INCLUDING THE WARDS OF MORETON AND KNIGHTLEY)
Neighbourhood Plan
By the time you read this you
should already have received the
Neighbourhood Plan questionnaire
and hopefully already have replied.
If not, it is not too late, a copy can
still be downloaded from the Parish
Council website, but please do so
quickly as we will be collating and
analysing the responses through
February. Your responses will then
help highlight the various issues
you think might need addressing
in Neighbourhood Plan policies, for
further comments in due course. It
is quite challenging trying to move
forward with a Neighbourhood
Plan at a time when controversial
housing planning applications
are being submitted in the
background and when the Stafford
Borough Local Plan (which sets the
development targets for the village
and which the Neighbourhood
Plan has to comply with) is not yet
complete, but hopefully our efforts
and yours will be worthwhile in the
long run.
The Neighbourhood Plan Working
Party may need new members.
It would be great to have
representatives from local business
and community groups – so if
anyone from such groups wishes
to get involved please get in touch
with the Jayne Cooper at the Parish
Council on 01785 822685 or email
[email protected]
Staffordshire Police
At the end of 2013, Gnosall Police
post moved into the Grosvenor
Centre. The Parish Council work
closely with local PCSO’s and
officers on matters affecting the
Parish and regular updates are
given at Council meetings. The
Police post will be manned at
various times during the week
and parishioners are welcome to
drop in. There is also an intercom
service (on the outside wall) that
will get you connected to police
headquarters. Remember you
can always call 101 to report any
incidents and obviously 999 in the
case of an emergency.
Office Opening Times
New Councillor
At its meeting in January, Council
co-opted and welcomed back to
the Council Mrs Mary Booth. I
am sure Mary will be a valuable
member of the Parish Council
again representing the interests of
parishioners, and help the council
fulfil its duties.
Monday - by appointment only
Tuesday - 10.00am - 2.00pm
Wednesday - 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Thursday - by appointment only
Best Kept Village 2014
Jayne Cooper Clerk,
Once again Gnosall has entered
this county wide competition and
the BKV team have grand plans to
claim back the trophy in 2014. This
will be discussed at the first of this
year’s meetings on Thursday 27th
February at 7.30pm in the parish
office. New volunteers are always
welcome so do join the team if you
would like to help.
The Grosvenor Centre,
Gnosall Parish Council,
High Street, Gnosall,
Stafford ST20
Tel: 01785 822685
email:
[email protected]
www.gnosallparishcoundl.org.uk
The Grosvenor Centre
is available to hire and is perfect
for family occasions - birthday
celebrations, christenings and
wedding receptions and for shows
and performances. It also has
facilities for both large and small
business meetings. Hire charges
are very competitive with special
rates for weekend bookings. If you
are interested in booking the centre
you are very welcome to come and
have a look at the facilities on offer.
Please contact the Parish Office.
Useful telephone numbers
Police (non emergency): 101
Clarence: 0800 232323 (roads,
pavements and street lighting
issues)
Streetscene: 01785 619401(litter
and dog mess)
Dates for your diary
•
The next Council meetings
will be held on Monday 10th
February at 7.30pm in the Brearley
Room. All parishioners are welcome
to attend Council meetings and can
raise any matters during the public
open forum
•
The date of the next Civic
Amenity Visit will be 8th February
2014
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picture from D Clarke
Walking for Health 2014
Gnosall’s ‘Walking for Health’ group got off to an energetic start on Sunday 5 January with thirteen walkers determined to shake
off the Christmas excesses! Dave and Jenny Clarke led a new 4.5 mile walk from Broadhill along the railway line to the Outwoods,
returning across the fields to Wilbrighton Hall and back to Broadhill. The New Year walk is always popular because of the coffee
and cakes stop at the half way point!
We don’t provide coffee and cakes on all our walks but we can guarantee really interesting walks in and around Gnosall along
with good company and the opportunity to walk yourself to good health!
Our Healthy Walks Programme is published in the GPN each month and there are posters advertising the walks in the Post
Office, notice boards and in the Medical Centre. Our walks take place on the 1st Sunday and the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the
month at 10.30am. (see page 18 of this edition)
Our contacts are 822369 and 822592
A Frosty Morning on Broadhill
Picture by Steve Torrington
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Moreton and
Bromstead
Gardening Club
On Tuesday 25 February Tim
Coleshaw from Natural England,
will talk on: “ Aqualate, then,
now and the future "
Refreshments will be provided
followed by a quiz and a raffle.
The meeting takes place at the
Moreton Millennium Centre
starting at 7.30 pm
Though almost completely
hidden, Aqualate Mere is the
largest natural lake in the West
Midlands and a National Nature
Reserve which is leased and
managed by Natural England.
Lying close to the A518 between
Gnosall and Newport, the mere
and surrounding woods and
reedbeds support a fantastic
variety of wildlife. The lake can
be viewed from a hide which
attracts birdwatchers from all
over the Midlands.
Trinity Church
Café, Stafford
(opposite Wilkinsons)
On Saturday 1st February 2014,
the café will be run by
Gnosall Methodist Church
We invite all our friends in
Gnosall to come and join us for a
cuppa and a bite.
Pick up a bargain
on the cake and preserve stall,
bric-a-brac stall and more
Doors open 9.30 a.m.
GNOSALL PHOENIX CLUB
The Club meets on Friday mornings in the Grosvenor Centre from 10
a.m. to 12 noon. We offer a wide range of activities, speakers, walks
and outings.
Everyone over the age of 50 is eligible to join. So why not come along
one Friday when you will be assured of a warm and friendly welcome.
Even if Friday mornings are difficult, you could still join the Club and
take part in some of the activities.
Mon 3rd Feb Table Tennis in the Brearley Room 2pm to 4:30pm
Thurs 6th Feb Theatre Visit. “Family Circles” by Alan Aykbourn. Stafford
Fri 7th Feb Club Morning
Mon 10th Feb Short Walk, Bradley
Mon 10th Feb Board Games in the Brearley Room 2pm to 4pm
Wed 12th Feb Book Reading Group in the Brearley Room
Wed 12th Feb Skittles evening 5.30pm at the Royal Oak
Fri 14th Feb “Not NORWAY” the best of the rest! Slides & talk on holiday travels
Mon 17th Feb Table Tennis in the Brearley Room 2pm to 4:30pm
Fri 21st Feb Best Kept Village Presentation RAFFLE
Wed 26th Feb Short/Longer Walk, Wilbrighton
Thurs 27th Feb National Theatre Live, “Warhorse” Stafford Cinema
Fri 28th Feb Treasure trails, Murder Mystery OR Treasure hunt
Tai Chi takes place every Thursday in the main Hall from 1:45 TO 3PM
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GRID REPORT - Gnosall Rejects Indiscriminate
Development
Staffordshire County Council’s application to build 150 homes on its Gnosall farm land - once validation issues were
sorted out - was re-submitted 3 DAYS before Christmas and is now live, with the same application number as before.
Ooops – the number was wrong in last month’s edition (our fault – sorry!) so please note that it’s 13/19587/OUT.
Unfortunately, the official closing date for your comments was 24th January. But we have been told that late-ish
applications will probably be considered in the case of a large and contentious application such as this. Objections
should be sent to Mr John Holmes, Planning Department, Stafford Borough Council, Civic Centre, Riverside, Stafford,
ST16 3AQ. You could also email direct to [email protected]. A word of caution – when you make objections
online at www.staffordbc.gov.uk/planning it is highly advisable to write out your letter first, save it in a wordprocessing program, then paste it into the system. Then, if it all goes down, you have not lost your work but can
easily start afresh.
We need as many objections as possible – and by rights, there should be 844 since that’s how many people signed
the petition in December, asking the County Council to withdraw the application – which equals about 40% of the
adult population! We’re told that anything which attracts more than 100 objections is considered very carefully – and
that’s what we want. It will be months before the Stafford Borough Local Plan is adopted (perhaps July if all goes
well) and until it is we are VULNERABLE.
Daft as it may seem, the fact that two applications have been refused and have now gone to Appeal makes this
one all the more tricky. It could be said that Gnosall should have more housing because so far, we have had “only”
Lowfield Lane (75). Imagine if this site were passed and then the two Appeals were lost and so approved – that
would be 75+150+55+24 = 304 PLUS the affordable homes. Yes – that is the prospect which faces us – so we MUST
get people to respond. And remember – the County has also offered two adjoining farms (Moat and Springfield) for
housing, in the fullness of time. No more farming in Gnosall?
The Parish Council met on Monday 13th January and were unanimous in rejecting this application, for all the reasons
that have been put forward at the various meetings that have already taken place. They will put in their own official
comments. We urge you to do the same.
About 70 residents saying they want to save the Gnosall Pool (which GRID whole heartedly supports, by the way)
is sufficient to galvanise councillors into action yet a vastly greater number saying they do NOT want this build is
quietly ignored and we are told “it’s going to happen”. Perhaps it is time our County Councillors remembered that
they represent us and lots of us do not want this!
There are some interesting features in the planning application. For example:
•
Loss of visual amenity.
If this is built, we shall lose the sweeping vista across the Doley Heath to Cowley which frames the gateway to
Gnosall as we enter the village from Stafford along the A518. But this is said to constitute no loss of visual amenity,
since it is apparently only ‘glimpsed’ through the trees or seen ‘fleetingly’ on approach. They go so far as to suggest
that the view could be much better enjoyed from within the site itself, than (as now) from the roadside. Amazing or
what?!
•
Access to local services
They propose to build a ‘footpath link’ down to the Library. That will be fun, since under current plans, the Library will
go under the school rebuild, to be replaced by a mobile library van.
•Education
The village school will be able to ‘cope with the moderate increase in child numbers’ the new development will
bring...really? We know our highly successful village school is FULL now! The new school, under current proposals,
will be no larger and County are offering no solution to this but happily suggest that the children can pop along to
other village schools in surrounding areas that do have places. This is a plain dereliction of duty by County. Under
this plan, new residents would have a place at the school since they will be close to it but long-standing residents at
the other end of the village would not!
Suffice to say that if this application is even ‘recommended for approval’ by the Borough Planning Authority at its
initial stages, some very serious questions will be asked about what exactly Borough and County together are doing
here!
Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire
You should all have also received a copy of the Neighbourhood Plan questionnaire from the Parish Council which
asks for YOUR views about YOUR village. We urge you to complete and return this, as it will provide evidence of just
what people do wish to see in Gnosall. Until the Neighbourhood Plan is complete, we are vulnerable, so please help
our Parish Council to get this job done by giving them your views.
Please join us at GRID by contacting Gail Gregory at [email protected].
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The Royal British Legion Gnosall and
District Branch
Your Branch of the RBL meets the First Tuesday of every month
at Gnosall Memorial
At 20.00hrs. ( 8pm.)
Membership is open to any serving, ex serving personnel or
anyone over the age of 17yrs.
The Chairman and Members of Gnosall and District RBL would
like to thank all those who gave their time and energy in selling
poppies during October 2013.
The amount raised SO FAR! Is £4, 166,67. This is not the final
figure and donations already received have yet to be added our
estimated end of year total in Sept is approx. £4, 8oo. Plus.
I must point out for those who are not quite sure where the
money goes , it is centralised in Aylesford .
None of the moneys collected for the poppy appeal is kept by or
handled by the branch accounts , it is a separate account run by
Aylesford the poppy village in charge of the overall national total
collection. Which last year totalled an amazing
GNOSALL MACMILLAN
CANCER SUPPORT
present an evening of
Traditional Jazz with
The
Frenchman
street JAZZ
BAND
On
Saturday 8 MARCH 2014.
7.30 p.m. (doors open at
7.00pm prompt)
at Gnosall Memorial Village
Hall
Tickets : £11.00 (from
Gnosall Post Office or Tel:
01785 822348 )
Bring your own supper and
drinks.
Registered Charity no.
261017.
£36,000 000. Hence the saying ” from little acorns mighty oak
trees grow”. So keep up the good work and thanks again.
Should anyone wish to become a collector for next year please
contact Bob Lacey on 01785-823438.
Thanks to everyone for their support during this poppy year.
SHOULDER TO SHOULDER WITH ALL WHO SERVE
Chris Pearce (clarinet/ Sax)
formed the Frenchman Street
Jazz Band along with former
members Richard Leach
(trombone) Graham Smith
(drums) and Phil Probert
(banjo) in order to continue
the fine standard set by “The
Antique Six”. He has extended
the repertoire to include
influences that were such an
important part of his earlier
career playing alongside
the likes of Acker Bilk and
Humphrey Lyttelton.
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Gnosall Lions
raise money
for life saving
defibrillator
After the hectic Christmas period
where we joined forces with
other village organizations with
the Teddies Tombola Stall at the
Victorian Market, held the monthly
Table Top sale in conjunction with
the Memorial Hall committee, took
Santa’s sleigh round the village and
indulged in Carol Singing with the
Drama Group Lions we had a short
rest. We also had the honour of
being joined by Mrs Jane Adcock
to plant a tree on the village green
in memory of a staunch member of
the local community and keen Lion
Tony Adcock.
We also handed over to the village
and to the First Responders the
long awaited defibrillator. The
monies were raised in the main by
Lion President John Beswick during
his year of office when , together
with his friend James Simpson ran
evenings entertainment.
, cycled and canoed to Nantwich
and back . The wait was due to
the FA putting in an order for all
professional football teams in the
UK .
The defibrillator is located on
the wall outside the petrol
station and was handed over just
before Christmas so that the First
Responders could commence
training immediately.
After the break we have planned
our Spring programme for fund
raising in the village. We start with
the a Pie and Pea Evening in the
Grosvenor Centre featuring local
village duo, The Pie Men on Sat Feb
1st . Tickets cost £7-00 including
a Pie & pea Supper (please book
in advance by either phoning Rick
Talbot 01785 823177 or purchasing
tickets from the Post Office) The
programme starts at 7-30 with an
interval for food , the raffle and you
are free to bring along your own
drinks . Those who had the pleasure
of seeing the Pie Men at the GFest
will know how good they are and
we can promise you an excellent
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We have also recommenced after
the Christmas break the monthly
Table Top sale in the Memorial Hall,
which will take place on the first
Sunday of each month starting at
9-00am.
Finally planned for the future
is an Old Fashioned Tea Dance
to be held in the Memorial Hall
on Tues 27th March and for the
children the World Bunny Hopping
Championship’s at Easter, more
details on both to follow next
month
We are also keen on recruiting new
members so if you are interested
in joining a vibrant group raising
money for local needy causes and
village amenities whilst having a
varied social life then why not call
Pam Talbot on 01785 823177 for
details.
The Lions hand over a life saving defibrillator for use in the
village by the First Resonders
TRY BELLRINGING
Bell ringing is a team activity that stimulates the brain and helps keep you fit ...it also makes a glorious sound! Many consider
ringing to be their contribution to church life, others do it for the pure pleasure and the company it brings.
Ringers come from all walks of life and range in age from ten to those in their eighties.
Could you become a ringer?
Coordination required is about the same as required to ride a bike
Physical strength needed is similar to that required to push a child on a swing
Musical ability not required, you only need to be able to count to 8 and back in a
regular rhythm
If you are a team player and can do the above then bellringing could be the
hobby for you.
Ringing is well within the capabilities of most people. Although everyone learns
at different speeds the initial bell control takes on average several weeks to
master, after which you can begin to ring with the rest of the band.
Music is created by altering the order in which the bells sound. This is done in
defined sequences of changes called methods. Learning a few simple methods
allows ringers to join in with other bands in towers around the world.
The origins of change ringing lie in the sixteenth century when church bells
began to be fitted with a full wheel. This gave ringers control of their bell,
allowing sets of bells (rings) to be rung in continuously changing patterns.
Why learn to ring?
• Friends around the world
• Lifelong learning experience
•
Maintain a traditional skill
•
A service to the church
•
Team activity
•
A great mental workout
•
Opportunity to visit amazing places
If you would like to find out more about church bellringing then come along to our
taster session being held at St Lawrence’s Church Gnosall on Saturday 8th February 2014
from 10:00-13:00. No booking required, just turn up.
HEALTHY WALKS PROGRAMME
We are a lively and well organised group who tailor walks to
your needs, the Wednesday walks are shorter for those who feel
a short walk is more their scene, the Sunday ones are longer
approximately 4 miles. You will meet new people and chat as
well as walk, and learn about the area in which you live.
Please wear sensible shoes and clothes.
Sunday 2nd February Ranton Village Hall
10.30am
Wednesday 12th February
10.30am
Norbury Junction CP
Wednesday 26th February
10.30am
Allotment Car Park, Gnosall
Further information from Thereza Forrester Tel 01785 822220
(Tel No is the main reception at Surgery so please be patient
waiting for a reply)
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Spring 2014
Above: Prompting
It’s Panto Time …
Oh Yes It is!
Left: Actors
Gnosall Players are full of beans
and predicting another sell out
when they stage their annual
pantomime later this month.
So make sure you get your
tickets for one of the three
performances of Jack And The
Beanstalk at the Memorial Village Hall on Saturday 22nd and
Sunday 23rd.
Below: Dancers
Kenneth Ingram on behalf
of the players says the show
promises to be better than
ever: “Rehearsals are going well
now with some very entertaining song and dance routines.
“As is now customary we have
a junior chorus from St Lawrence school.”
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INDEX TO OUR ADVERTISERS
ACCOMMODATION
Costa de la Luz, Spanish-Portugal border 35
Normandy house 22
South East Cornwall 26
The Leys House Bed & Breakfast 34
The Old Chapel, Mid Wales 36
ACCOUNTANTS
Bright & Co 40
Kates Accountancy Services 42
ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES
A Touch of Harmony 30
Health Holistica 35
Mindfulness 36
Reflexology by Wendy Prescott 32
Sarah Mockett Nutritional Therapist 27
BAKERS & BUTCHERS
Gnosall Family Butchers 33
The Bakery 22
BATHROOMS , BEDROOMS &
KITCHENS
Alan Moore 43
Indulge 28
IS Bedrooms 25
Plug In Repairs 31
Tom Sturgess Domestic Appliances 27
BUILDERS
D & P Howfield 23
Daniel L Mattocks 34
J & L Construction & Renovation 35
JPS designs – architectural services 40
M J Farmer 25
M J Yeomans 42
N W G Building Maintenance 23
Phil Dolloway 27
Regent House Interiors Ltd 32
S J Harrison Builders Ltd 36
BEAUTY THERAPY
Natural Beauty 31
CARE AND RESIDENTIAL
Brockton Care 33
Gingercroft Residential Home 31
Help at Hand 41
Home Instead – senior care 42
Kare Plus 30
Katharine House Hospice Shops 37
Kay Sera Sera – day care 39
Newport Cottage Care Centre 28
The Mase – Alzheimer’s Support 41
CATERING
Gastronomy Shop 24
Occasions 23
CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION
Burton Borough School 39
Dance Classes for Children 40
Gnosall Pre-School 21
Qualified Teacher - Tuition 28
Rosebuds nursery 41
Vernon Lodge Prep School 26
CHIROPODISTS
Debbie Wardhaugh 40
Miss Clare J Pitchford 34
Sarah Irvine 33
Wendy Palser 34
CLEANERS
Every Day Cleaning 25
Helpful Housewives 32
Magic Carpet Cleaners 26
Mark Smith – Chimney Sweeping 28
COMPUTING
Itom Technology 23
Twilight Computers 40
DECORATORS
D W Bentley 41
Gordon Hall 29
Nigel Bundy 32
ELECTRICIANS
Craig Michael Electrical 38
Electro Plumb Central Ltd 29
JP Electric Services 31
Les Harris 27
Malc Hodgkinson 42
N Bundy Electrical 32
Westwood Electrical Services 24
ESTATE AGENTS
Nicolsons 44
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Deaconsfield Financial Planning 33
Martyn Spencer 24
FLORISTS, FRUIT AND VEG
Fleurtatious 29
Old Stacey’s 30
FUNERAL SERVICES
A Walker & Son 38
Owens Memorials 43
FURNISHING
Anne Clinton – soft furnishings 43
Bespoke Furniture and Storage 29
Home Farm Interiors – curtains and
blinds 43
The Corner Patch – patchwork heaven
43
U’ve Bin Framed – picture framing 33
GARDENS , TREES AND
LANDSCAPING
Autumn Leaves 38
C R Large Contractors 39
Dave’s Gardening Services 34
Granville Reeves 34
Groundworks 21
JWH Ground Maintenance 37
Lawn Mowing Service 42
Littlehales Plant Hire 37
Local Tree Surgeon 34
M N Stanley 43
M.Bissell 28
Mark A Hodgkins 29
Mow and Trail Ltd 26
Toms Landscapes 42
HAIRDRESSERS
Hair by Jude 36
Hair Razor 34
Wig-Wham! 24
HEALTH & FITNESS
Mark Corson , Osteopath 27
Pilates 28
HEALTHCARE
Gnosall Dental Surgery 38
Gnosall Pharmacy 25
HEATING
Brain Brothers 31
Charles Swann (Walsall) Ltd coal and
fuel 39
J H Knight Ltd 33
Phil Nevard 34
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JOINERS
Charlie Jones 31
David Bebbington 30
J Hitchenor 23
Paul Yeomans 21
MISCELLANEOUS
Angela Smith – handmade jewellery 38
Bow Wows 30
Dog Grooming 39
Event Medical Cover and Training 29
Grosvenor Centre 40
Help with UCAS statement or CVs 29
The Vintage Wardrobe 36
MOTOR TRADE
AJ & H Wright 36
Bank Top Garage 35
Buckley Motors 26
Gnosall Autobodies 33
SDW Automotive 37
MUSIC
Decades Disco 22
Maureen E Phillips, piano tuition 36
Meyrick and Wain, acoustic duo 36
Music Lessons 41
Paul Weaver – piano and singing lessons 42
Stirred Not Shaken 21
OPTICIANS
Mincher-Lockett 22
PLASTERERS
PH Plastering 27
Richard Carn 30
RU Plastering Services 31
PLUMBERS
Daniel L Mattocks 34
Electro Plumb Central Ltd 29
Phil Nevard 34
PRINT
The Hare and Moon Press 26
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Marc Hinde 29
PUBS
The Boat Inn 23
The Junction Inn 30
The Navigation 24
The Royal Oak 21
ROOFING
Ace Roofing 40
Weathertight Roofing Ltd 37
SCRAP & SKIP
Any Old Iron 29
Gnosall Skip Hire 37
TILING, FLOORING
A & T Floors 24
John Allen 38
TRANSPORT
1st Class Travel – airport and seaport
transfers 39
Gnosall Taxi 41
VETERINARY
Shires 23
WEDDINGS
Celebration Cakes 39
Tiaras and Jewellery 23
WINDOWS
Locksmith and double glazing repairs
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Local Trades
and Services
Disclaimer: The publishers of GPN/GNAT cannot accept responsibility for qualifications and accreditation
claims made in any of the advertisements. Checks should be made by the client on the advertisers’ claims.
‘STIRRED NOT SHAKEN’
Paul Yeomans
Professional musical duo, providing sophisticated songs &
background instrumentals for Weddings, Corporate/Private
Functions, Parties/Dinners and Charity/Promotional Events.
We are flexible and cover a range of musical styles, including:
Jazz/Blues, Standards, Contemporary Ballads, Classical/
Popular and Easy Listening.
Carpentry/joinery
• All interior and exterior
joinery work undertaken
• Purpose-made joinery in
hardwood or softwood
Doors/Windows/Porches etc.
Website: http://stirrednotshaken.moonfruit.com
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07784228584
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GROUNDWORKS
For free estimates and advice
TJs Groundworks
Fencing . Patios• Paths•Drives•Slabbing
•Drainage
Systems: Unblocked • Fixed • Replaced •Storm
and Flood Damage Repaired •JCB & Mini Digger
Hire with Driver
All Digger Work Undertaken
Footings •Ditching • Landscaping •etc
01785 780781
Tel: 01785 780718 Mobile: 07977221712
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Session Times
Monday to Friday during term time only
Morning: 8.45am – 11.45am (£10.50)
Lunch club available from 11.45am – 1.15pm (£5.25)
(Please provide your child with a healthy nutritional packed lunch)
The Royal Oak
Afternoons: 1.30pm – 3.30pm (£7.00)
All day care: 8.45am – 3.30pm (£23.60)
National Educational Funding (NEF) available
Quality home cooked food. Sunday
lunch and daily specials. Guest cask
ales & cold beers. Skittle alley/Function room. Large garden & play area.
15 hours a week entitlement the term after a child’s 3rd birthday
Wrap around care is available for Pre-School children
Monday to Friday
Mrs Lynn Malone, Pre-School Manager
Gnosall St Lawrence Pre-School
(Booking advisable)
Newport Road, Gnosall Tel: 01785 822362
Gnosall St Lawrence C.E. (C) Primary School
Lowfield Lane
Gnosall
STAFFORD ST20 0ET
Tel: 01785 822391 Ofsted Registered no: EY462095
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Normandy
Decades Disco
Comfortable , well equipped holiday house to rent with 2
bedrooms but will sleep 6 adults easily with the use of a
double bed settee in the lounge. Also available is a cot and
2 put-you-up beds for children
The house is situated for easy access to The Normandy
Landing beaches, Le Mont St Michel and Mulberry
Harbour.
It is 40 minutes from the west coast and 30 minutes from
the north coast.
The local town of St Lo, which hosts a weekly market is 10
minutes by car. There is a Boulangerie in the village.
For further information 01952 691467
Professional & Reliable DJ
Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries etc
Full Light & Sound System
All Music Genres Catered For
Tel: (01785) 824390
Mobile: 07852 992268
E-mail: [email protected]
www.decadesdisco.co.uk
email : [email protected]
The Bakery
Gnosall’s Premier Off-Licence & General Stores
The Bakery - Gnosall
Wharf Road, Gnosall 01785 822341
Lotto, Payzone Electric & Phone top-up, Newspapers, Magazines,
Lots of special offers, Cut price Chocolate, Local milk & Eggs, Buttercross Farm Foods, Wright’s Pies
New PayPoint * TV Licence * Water Payment
Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 7.00am - 9.00pm Sunday 8.00am - 9.00pm
Happy Shopping at it’s best we look forward to seeing you soon
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The Boat Inn,
Wedding Tiaras and Jewellery
Your Beautiful Tiara
Wharf Road, Gnosall.
01785 822208
For a unique tiara, with Swarovski crystals and
pearls, individually-designed to enhance your
dress. Also bridal jewellery, hair combs, earrings.
Call Gail on 07841 163054 or 01785 822104 to
discuss your design and get a quote.
J Hitchenor
CARPENTRY & JOINERY
Quiz Night every Sunday.Starts 8pm.
Porches, Conservatories, Windows, Doors, Kitchens,
Flooring, Stud wall & dry lining, Garage doors, Decking,
Roofing, Fitted wardrobes, Skirting & Architraves,
£1 per person
http://www.marstonspubs.co.uk/boatinngnosall
No job too big or small, Free Estimates
Satisfaction Guaranteed,
Tel: 01785 780764 07854 725 950
‘The Nail That Sticks Out Gets Hammered !!!!!’
N W G Building Maintenance
D & P HOWFIELD
HOME IMPROVEMENT SOLUTIONS
SUPERBLY FITTED BATHROOMS AND KITCHENS.
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underfloor heating. natural stone, porcelain and ceramics.
Boilers and central heating systems inc conventional and
unvented.
D&P Howfield - Home Improvement
Plastering.
All decoratng needs covered.
Brickwork/New build
Alterations
Paving & Patios
Roofing
Chimney work
• Repointing
• General Property
maintenance
• Other jobs considered
• Free Quotes
Over 20 years experience
Call Neil on 0795 111 7120
ALL WORK GUARANTEED WITH MANY REFERENCES
AVAILABLE, QUOTES AND ESTIMATES, CALL PAUL ON
07976 607433 OR DAVID ON 01785 822858.
OCCASIONS
Lorraine Kirkland & Sue Sleigh
Occasions - Outside Caterers
OUTSIDE CATERERS
Receptions, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Christenings, House
and Office parties
QUALITY FOODS/SENSIBLE PRICES ALL HOME BAKED
PRODUCE
FOR MENUS AND PRICE LIST
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Buil-Service-Upgrade
Maintain PC Systems
Install & Configure
Wired/Wireless Networks
Setup and install
ADSL/Cable
• (e.g. BT and Virgin Media)
• Virus Spyware removal
• Data recovery backup
• Email/Darwin Setup
• Laptops
Plus much more
TEL:- (01785)780109 OR(01785)780007
MOBILE:- 07805 761 202
SHIRES VETERINARY PRACTICE
Veterinary Surgeons, Newport Road, Gnosall
Surgery Times Mon 4pm till 6pm
Tue, Thur, Fri 3pm-4pm
Wed 8.30am-9.30am 4pm-6pm
Saturday 11am-11.30am
All surgeries are by appointment only
For when turning your
PC on and off again
doesn’t work!
Domestic &
Commercial
Computer
Maintenance & Repair
Call to find out more
tel:01785 607483
or
07763 714717
We come to you - NO call out charge
Tel: 823713
Full range of pet healthcare products available
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ONLY
www.itomtech.com
[email protected]
Phone: Eccleshall 850218
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Wig-Wham!
A & T Floors
Wig-Wham - Wigs & Hairpieces
NVQ & CSCS REGISTERED
A discreet and professional service with a wide
selection of the finest wigs and hairpieces.
Tony Dinning
Floor and Wall Tiler
Coton Barn Gnosall Staffs
A caring approach to an ever increasing group of
people who have the misfortune to lose their hair
07867 533085
[email protected]
Contact Joy
01785 823531 or 07989744446
MARTYN SPENCER ~ FINANCIAL
ADVISER
WESTWOOD ELECTRICAL SERVICES
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
15 Knightly Road Gnosall StaffordStaffs
ST20 0EW
Looking to Compare Insurances or Save Money?
• Family Life Assurance Cover
• Mortgage Protection Insurance
• PHI Income &Accident Sickness Unemployment
• Critical Serious Illness Insurance
• Leading UK Insurance Companies
• Friendly Broker Help & Broker Prices
• No Obligation Home Visits or Telephone advice
NIC EIC Domestic Installer
(Part P approved)
Domestic & Industrial Installations
Fire & Security Alarms
* Free Estimates*
STAFFORD 01785 822 325
Please call Martyn : Gnosall 01785-824849
www.uklifeinsurancequotes.co.uk is a trading style of
Martyn Spencer.
MOBILE 07973 747058
Martyn Spencer is an appointed representative of Sesame Ltd,which is
authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority
The NAVIGATION INN
The Gastronomy Shop
Newport Road, Gnosall ST20 0BN
9 High Street, Gnosall, Stafford, ST20 0ED
Tel:01785 824616
Trip advisors Certificate of excellence
2012 and 2013
Quality home cooked food served daily
www.thegastronomyshop.blogspot.com
Facebook: Call in The Caterers
Twitter: Gastronomy Shop
Fresh fish and specials board
Traditional Delicatessen
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Wide Range of Local Fine Food
Hamper Service
Coffee Shop
All day breakfasts
Morning Coffee
Carvery Lunches
Afternoon Teas
Regular Gourmet Evenings
Outside Catering for Parties and Events
www.callinthecaterers.com
Cask mark ales and beers
OPEN MIC EVERY THURSDAY 9pm
Accoustic Duo Andy Wain & Pete Meyrick
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON CAROL & STEVE
01785 822 327
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M J Farmer Building Contractors Ltd
New Builds
M J Farmer- Building Contractors
Commercial & Domestic Contracts
Extensions, Restorations & Renovations
All types of Carpentry, Plastering & Brickwork
Driveways & Paving
All Work Guaranteed & Fully Insured
Contact Matthew anytime for a free quotation
47 Audmore Road
Gnosall, Stafford, ST20 0HE
Phone & Fax
01785 822996
Winner of Staffordshire Building Control Group, Building Excellence Award 2009
Registered house builder
Email [email protected]
We design it, we make it, and we fit it ....
Just for you
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Huge choice of door finishes and styles
Professional design and
installation
Fully fitted interiors as
standard
High quality soft close
hinges as standard
No hidden extras
Gnosall Pharmacy
For a free no obligation quotation call 01782
680442
Or visit www.isbedrooms.co.uk
EVERY DAY CLEANING
DOMESTIC CLEANING
A wide range of housekeeping services
lroning; laundry light gardening
Domestic support and home help
Pet sitting
Commercial Cleaning - Offices - Shops
LIABILITY INSURED
For a friendly reliable service call Valerie
01952 273066 or 07989 185860
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MOW and TRAIL Ltd
Buckley Motors
“Classic machinery specialists”
Mayo Farm, Brazenhill Lane , Haughton, Stafford. ST18 9JP.
Sales - service - parts
On all types of garden machinery
Discounts available now on annual servicing
Collection & delivery service available
Vehicle Recovery Specialist
‘We really do go the extra mile’
Breakdown & Roadside Assistance
Flat Batteries, Wheel Change/Lock-outs
Wrong Fuel Drains
Road Traffic Collisions and so much more!
Fully insured and IVR trained
Approved by most Major Insurance Companies
Local Garages in Gnosall and Stafford
Tel: 01785 822106 mob 07977129797
Fax 01785 780061 email: [email protected]
Call for quotes on servicing or sales
or visit the website www.mowandtrail.co.uk
SOUTH-EAST
CORNWALL
24 hour Control Room 01952 813444
HOLIDAY BUNGALOW TO LET
Beaches, Moors &Eden Project
easily Accessible
Visit our website www.buckleymotors.co.uk for
further details
For details and reasonable tarrifs
or email: [email protected]
01785 822173
or 07850 254 855
Professionally designed,
beautiful hand-made
greeting cards and new
framed keep-sake
paper-cut artworks.
We can personalise
with any name, age
or occasion.
See our website or email:
[email protected]
Vernon Lodge Preparatory School & Kindergarten
“The School with Traditional Values”
School Lane, Stretton, Nr Brewood is less than
8 miles from Gnosall
“The advantage of a Junior
Preparatory School, as
opposed to an all through
school, is our Year 6 leavers
gain a wide variety of choices
for their senior education
through thorough exam
preparation. Our results
both into selective and nonselective independent and
grammar schools speak for
themselves.”
~ Headteacher Mrs P Sills
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School Lane,
Stretton, Nr Brewood,
ST19 9LJ
Phone: 01902 850568
email: [email protected]
Make an appointment with
our Headteacher to see the
opportunities that could await
your child.
LES HARRIS
Sarah Mockett BSc NMed, mBANT,CNHCreg
ELECTRICIAN
Nutritional Therapist
Do you want to have more energy, improve
your digestion, feel better, or lose weight?
Do you need help with your child’s diet or
your own? Get in touch for a no obligation
chat about how nutritional therapy might help
26 Years Experience
ELECTRICAL & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICE
For a free quotation and friendly personal service,
contact your local tradesman:
4 ELTON WAY, GNOSALL, STAFFORDST20 0EN
Telephone: 01785 822385 Mobile : 07725 316 314
01785 823346 / 07815 757317
[email protected]
Facebook: @feedtosucceednutrition
Mark Corson M.Sc. D.O.
For a F R E SH look to wall s and ceiling s
Mill Bank Osteopathic Clinic
PH PLASTERING
SERVICES
Mill Bank, Stafford
01785 226848
www.staffordosteopaths.com
Osteopathy is a natural way to treat many
of life’s aches and strains; from acute
sports injuries to arthritic pains, from
young babies to the elderly
Plastering & Rendering
Free
no obligation
LPH Plastering
Services
quotes at
OSTEOPATHY can help
See our website for more details... or call
to book your appointment today.
competitive prices
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contact
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PETE 01785 605232
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25 yrs experience
Situated in Stafford Town
Centre, Just opposite the
water wheels, by Victoria
Park
PHIL DOLLOWAY
BUILDER
Phil Dolloway - Builder
Specialist in all types of building work
TOM STURGESS
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DOMESTIC APPLIANCES
WASHING MACHINES, TUMBLE
DRYERS AND ELECTRIC COOKERS
Prompt Attention
All work guaranteed
01785 664860
Mobile: 07850 297154
110 CANNOCK ROAD, STAFFORD
Extensions
Garden Walls
Chimneys
Block Paving
New Build
Re-pointing
Patios/Slabbing
Roofing
Please ring for free quote or advice:
Tel: 01785 823150 / 07866519087
NEW AND RECONDITIONED
APPLIANCES AVAILABLE
51 Audmore Road, Gnosall, Stafford ST20 0HE
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M. Bissell
NEWPORT COTTAGE CARE CENTRE
TREES, HEDGES
& GROUND
MAINTENANCE
Caring for People
Day Care Centre For The Elderly
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A friendly comfortable environment
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Qualified and experienced staff
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A varied activity programme
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Specialised Dementia care service
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Disabled access transport to and from Centre
For more information contact the Centre Manager
Mrs Aneta Allcock
Tel: 01952 820893
All Tree & Hedge Work Undertaken
Upper Bar, Newport TF10 7EH
Full Public Liability & N.P.T.C. Qualified
Pilates – Intermediate+Level
at the GROSVENOR CENTRE HIGH STREET GNOSALL
- MONDAY & WEDNESDAY EVENINGS 6PM – 7PM
For a FREE Quote & Advice Call
01785 824410 07968 421434
PILATES is a mental & physical conditioning programme that trains
both mind & body. By using slow controlled exercises its aim is
to strengthen your deep core muscles that stabilise and support the
spine which when activated correctly form a natural corset of strength
around your centre helping to re shape & re align the body creating a
better posture.
For further information or to reserve a place as numbers are limited
Mark Smith
please contact Delveen 01785 823850
Brush and Vacuum
Chimney Sweeping Service
QUALIFIED/EXPERIENCED TEACHER OFFERS SUPPORT
FOR:
KS2 MATHS/ENGLISH, VERBAL & NON-VERBAL REASONING
Long established business
ALSO OFFERING TUITION IN:
Keyboard/Piano (Beginners), Musical Theory (incl. Grade
Theory exam preparation), Musical Composition, Aural
Training & General Musicianship Skills.
For further details phone: 01785 822087 or email:
[email protected]
Tel / Fax:
All solid fuel fires and appliances swept
Reliable and competitively priced
Please call
01902 845128 or 07964 703721
01785 824 615
112 Wharf Road, Gnosall, Stafford, Staffs ST20 0DA
w w w. i n d u l g e i n t e r i o r s . c o . u k
Over 500 door styles
Bespoke Cabinetry
Granite, Sileston & Corian
Suppliers of all leading manufacturers
No Salesmen
Free consultation & 3D
design
Comprehensive range of bathroom suites
& furniture
Finance Packages available
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ELECTRO PLUMB CENTRAL Ltd.
ANY OLD IRON
Electricians & Plumbing Engineers
Part P Registered Installers
Licensed Carrier
Cutting Service
Removers of Scrap Metal,
Scrap Washing Machines etc
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING NEEDS
Electro Plumb Central Ltd
RELIABLE, HONEST AND LOCAL
Local collections
FREE QUOTATIONS ALL WORK GUARANTEED FOR 12 MONTHS
Telephone: 01785 822349
Mobile: 07967 600914
01785 822719 Mobile - 07813 303154
Steve Terry, 9 Near Ridding Gnosall Staffordshire
ST20 ODP
Email - [email protected]
Web - www.electroplumbcentral.co.uk
Fleurtatious
Gordon Hall
Artificial floral arrangements
individually designed and made
for all your special occasions.
Contact Debbie Farmer
Painting and Decorating
Established 1977
A local business built on recommendation
01785 822996
‘Flowers to last a life time’
MARK. A. HODGKINS
LANDSCAPE GARDENING &FARMING
Experienced Tradesmen
Interior & Exterior
Gyproc Coving Fitted
For Free Estimates
or Advice
Insurance
Work Undertaken
Please Contact:
Supplying an Excellent &Reliable Service.
With a High Reputation of 25 years/ Fully PL Insurance
Give me a call – Mark –07855384015 or 01785 282006
For any General Farm Work to
Garden Maintenance – including
Hedge Cutting,Mowing,Rubbish Removal,Turffing
Slab laying,Tree Topping / Felling,Fencing
or A Complete Landscape to Just a Tidy up.
11 Glendower Close, Gnosall, Nr. Stafford.
TELEPHONE: 01785 822965
Struggling with your UCAS statement, CV
job application or interview?
MARC HINDE
I will work with you to help you present yourself in the best
possible light and achieve your ambitions. We can meet at
my home office in Knightley or use phone, email and Skype.
Please get in touch for a free consultation.
GENERAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Wall * Floor Tiling*Carpentry*Joinery
Kitchens*Bathrooms *uPVC facias*
Mark Hinde - General Property MainteGutters*Plasterwork
nance
Judith Poulteney MA FCIPD
01785 284849
[email protected]
07837 917803
www.judithpoulteney.co.uk
For a free quote
Call:01785 824661 or
Mobile: 07811 870294
Will Mockett
Bespoke Furniture Designs
& Storage Solutions - Fitted or free standing.
Visit my web site for more information
www.willmockett.co.uk
Contact me on 07813 798118 / 01785
823346Or [email protected]
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A Touch of Harmony
THE JUNCTION INN
NORBURY
By Norma Buck
Complementary Therapy & Healing
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Training Courses for Spiritual Growth
Energy Awareness Workshops
Meditation Group
Card Reading for Guidance
Crystal Energy Balance
Holistic Healing
21 Middlefield, Gnosall, Stafford, ST20 OLS
01785 284288
Opening Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11-3 and 6-11pm
Friday Open All Day
Winter Meal Deals
Available until March 1st
Monday-Saturday Lunchtimes - lightbites and
pensioners specials from £5.95
and soup and a sandwich at just £3.95
Wednesday - Pie Day
Thursday - 2 main courses and a bottle of wine (or
pint of draught)
Friday - Steak Night from 6.00
Saturday - Mexican Style Sizzlers
Sunday - Carvery Lunch and evening roasts
Tel - 01785 824262, or 822073
Mobile - 07890 948380
BOW-WOW’S
DOG GROOMING
& BATHING PARLOUR
Lynn Hutchinson
Gnosall 01785 822508
DAVID BEBBINGTON
Richard Carn
Artex, plastering, coving,
& cornice contractor plus......
Carpentry & Joinery
General maintenance including ...
• Basic plumbing
• Painting
• Laminate floor fixing
• Bathrooms and kitchens fitting
30 years experience .. Free quotes
Telephone 01785 823904
All types of work undertaken -FREE estimates. No job too small
Tel: 257360
PropertyMaintenance
OLD STACEY’S
17 High Street
Gnosall
Are you an experienced Carer or Registered General
Nurse? Do you have a passion for providing quality
care and support? Are you looking for short term work
in Nursing/Care Homes with excellent rates of pay? Do
you have a valid NMC and at least 6 months Healthcare
experience within the UK? Then look no further!
You will receive:
• Initial and ongoing training
• Free CRB check
• Free uniform
• Weekly pay
But that’s not all…
Kare Plus delivers staffing solutions to some of the largest healthcare organisations in the UK, both in the private and public sector, including the NHS and Primary
Care Trusts, which means that you’ll have a fantastic
variety of work available to you across Staffordshire.
To apply or speak to a friendly member of our Kare Plus
team, call 01785 748259 or 07968 464898 or call into 1,
Station Rd Gnosall for an application form.
Tel: 01785 824287
New Opening Hours
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday9-5pm
Wednesday 10-1.30pm
Thursday9-5pm
Friday9-5pm
Saturday9-4pm
FRESH FRUIT,
VEGETABLES & FLOWERS
Local seasonal produce when available!
Bouquets/Boxed Vases made up
Just call in or telephone
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PLUG IN REPAIRS
Natural Beauty
By Natalie Buck
Washing Machines & Tumble Driers Cookers
Fast and efficient service
Phone 01785 256347 or
07850 446842 (mobile)
Treatments Available:
•Facials
• Eyebrow Shaping (tweezers)
• Eyebrow & Eyelash Tinting
R U PLASTERING SERVICES
• Wedding Make-up
NVQ Qualified
Registered with Staffordshire Trade Register & Rated People
Modern and Traditional plastering undertaken
Call Rob for Free Estimate
Tel: 01952 550666 Mob:07861 366640
• Day Make-up
• Evening Make-up
• Aromatherapy Massage
Tel: 01785 824262
Mob: 07866 657899
BRAIN BROTHERS
Gingercroft Residential Home
FOR ALL YOUR CENTRAL HEATING & PLUMBING SERVICES, LOOK NO FURTHER
Gnosall, Stafford
Gas, Oil & Solid Fuel Central Heating
Boiler Conversion, Service Breakdown.
Providing quality care & optimising independence
We are a small friendly Home for the elderly offering:
Also bathroom suites, washing machines, cylinders, gas appliCenteral Heating -Brain Bros ances and general plumbing
ResidentialCare
Home Care Support
&Day Care
ALL WORK GUARANTEED
FOR FREE QUOTATION TEL. 01785 780560
or 01889 508199
Nursing Home - Gingercroft
For more
information please contact our care
manager Sue Ecclestone on
Te: 01785 822142 or 822455
CHARLIE JONES CARPENTER, JOINER
& GENERAL BUILDING WORK
Over 25 years experience
• Purpose made joinery
• Fitted kitchens & wardrobes
• Glazed wall & floor tiling
• Security locks fitted to
doors and windows
• UPVC fascia boards, barge
boards & guttering
• UPVC windows
• Small building works
J P ELECTRIC SERVICES
For service you can rely on
All work fully guaranteed
Full member of ECA & Elecsa
Call John on
01785 603279
Or 07723387458
OR
• Flat roof repairs
• Glass replacements &
secondary double glazing
VISIT
FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE
www.electrician4staffordshire.co.uk
TEL: 01785 823605 Mobile: 07803 144 969
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REGENT HOUSE INTERIORS LTD
KITCHENS SPECIALISTS Established 1983
Free no obligation survey, quotation and computer aided design
No pressure sales
Complete installation service including plumbing, electrics gas installations, building work, plastering
and tiling.
All work is carried out by qualified tradesmen
and complies with building regulations.
Complete project management
Come to us last and compare our prices-you
will be pleasantly suprised
Tel 01785 822292 or 07970 664710
REFLEXOLOGY
BY WENDY PRESCOTT (M.A.R.)
Helping the body to heal itself naturally.
Relaxing holistic treatment for Many conditions
including IBS, Depression, Stress Back pain, Hormone
imbalance, Sinus, and many more.
For appointments or any further information please
contact Wendy on 07738416975 or 01785823962.
Or by email to: [email protected]
Home visits available on request
Nigel Bundy
Painting Decorating
& Property Maintenance
• 35 years experience
• Advanced City & Guilds
• C.S.C.S. Reg.
Contact your local tradesman for a personal, friendly
service and free quotations and advice on all aspects
of interior and exterior décor
Domestic, Commercial and Insurance Work Undertaken
2 Knightley Way, Gnosall, Stafford
Tel: 01785 822963 Mobile: 07977332823
Email: [email protected] Website: www.nigelbundy.co.uk
WORK FULLY INSURED AND GUARANTEED
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N. Bundy Electrical
Electrician
NICK BUNDY
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Smoke alarm systems
Additional sockets/lighting
House rewires
Consumer unit upgrades
Security lighting
Electric shower installation
Extractor fan installation
2 Knightley Way
Gnosall
Stafford
ST20 0HX
Tel: 01785 822963
Mob: 07854 881858
Email: [email protected]
WORK FULLY INSURED AND GUARANTEED
Chris Leese
CHIROPODIST
U’ve Bin
n Fra med
Picture Framing - U’ve Bin Framed
Chiropodist- Sarah Irvine
Picture Framing and Mounting Tapestry and
Lacework Stretching Dry Mounting and Laminating*
Tel: 01952 282219 Mobile: 07967 030499
Bespoke and personal service
10 Norbroom Court, Newport Shropshire TF10 7RQ
*Pictures, maps and many other items
Sarah Irvine
MSSCh.
Brockton Care Ltd
Providing Quality Home Care
MBChA.
Home Visits: Monday to Friday
We offer help with personal care, mobility
issues, help with getting up and going to bed,
domestic duties, medication and shopping
Tel. 01785 823151
Mobile 07966 549709
Phone: 01952 222555 Mobile: 07792 948 949
web: brocktoncareltd.co.uk
email: [email protected]
Tracy Willetts-Perrins Owner & Care Manager
“Looking for carers now”.
CHIROPODIST
Gnosall Autobodies
GNOSALL - FAMILY - BUTCHERS
Car Body Repairs, Painting & Welding
Purveyor of Best English Meat Bacon,
Cooked Meats, Pork Pies, etc.
Malcolm Flello
The Hollies Garage
The Hollies
Gnosall ST20 0JD
Personal Service
Gnosall Family Butcher
106 Wharf Road, Gnosall
Tel: Stafford 822309
Telephone (01785) 822101 Mob: 07971 237 578
deaconsfield
J.H. Knight Ltd
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Plumbing and Heating
Oil and Gas
Personal and corporate independent financial advisers
At Deaconsfield Financial Planning Ltd. we are
professional and caring
in what we do and how
we do it. We work with
our clients adopting
a practical and common sense approach
to financial planning in
order to generate a long
termworkable solution.
Installation and Servicing
Central Heating Power Flush
01785 822489
07976 385872
Our services include;
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inheritance tax planning
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investment advice
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family and business
planning
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mortgages
Who is guarding your financial future?
Perhaps you should bring in the
professionals
FREE consultation please contact one of the team on
0870 1121462
Deaconsfield Financial Planning is a trading style of Positive Financial
Services Limited.
Positive Solutions (Financial Services) Limited is authorised and
regulated by the Financial Services For you initial Authority Registered in England and Wales no 3276760
Registered Office: Riverside House The Waterfront Newcastle upon
Tyne NE15 8NY
Plumber - J H Knight
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Hair Razor
Unisex Hair Salon
Phil Nevard Plumbing & Heating
All types of plumbing work carried out, Corgi registered.
with a fun, friendly atmosphere
Full central heating❖Boilers installed❖Bathrooms
❖Insurance work❖ Kitchens ❖ Free estimates
this unisex salon offers
Tel: 01782 870933 Mob: 07970 053356
contemporary and traditional hairstyling
44 Eleanor Cres, Westlands, Newcastle-Under - Lyme
at competitive rates
Wendy Palser
Extra discounts for seniors
Monday & Wednesday
Private Chiropodist
HPC/ State Registered
The Foot Clinic, Gnosall Health Centre
Evening appointments &
Home Visits available
01785 828912 -Appointments
So come visit us
Appointments 01785 822386
High Street Gnosall
Give us a call.
Granville
Reeves
07973 239 208 - Enquires
Local Tree Surgeon
All Trees
Hedge Cutting etc.
Bill Bagnall
FTC - ATC Tree Surgeon
01785 822525
Woodsman
For Sale
Hardwood logs
Local Charcoal
Trees felled
Hedges layed
Church Eaton
tel. 07967 708947
Fully insured & NPTC certificated
The Leys House
Bed and Breakfast
Amongst elegant surroundings in our historic Victorian
Farmhouse
Quarry Lane, Gnosall
Staffordshire, ST20 OBZ
Telephone: 01785
822532
01785 822532
DANIEL L MATTOCKS
Miss Clare J Pitchford
M Ch S, D Pod M
BUILDING & PLUMBING SERVICES
[email protected]
Alterations
Extensions
Loft Conversions
Kitchens
Bathrooms
State Registered Chiropodist
2/3 Barclays Bank Chambers
Newport Shropshire
UPVC Windows &
Doors
Conservatories
Repairs
Roofing
Tel: 01952 820352 (Surgery)
Contact us Now for a Free Quote
01785 824942
01952 811321 (Evenings)
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Bank Top
Garage
Gnosall
(E Hodgkinson & Sons)
• Ford Retail Dealers
• Used Car Sales
• Car Servicing
• Collection & Delivery
available
• MOT
• Bodywork
• Tyres
• Calor Gas Agents
• Fax Service
• Photocopy Service
• Parts & Accessories
Telephone (01785) 822217
Fax Number (01785) 824434
Email: [email protected]
• Open Seven Days a Week
http://www.banktopgarage.com
J&
Why choose Health Holistica
Well -we are about an Alternative Natural Therapy-not just
about a relaxing massage with amazing essential oils-so if
you are suffering with:
• PMS • Constipation
• Plantar Fasciitis
• IBS
• Acne • Headache, Migraines
• Fatigue • Symptoms of Menopause
• Tension • Mental or Emotional Stresses
• Insomnia• Back, Neck or Shoulderproblems
Then Health Holistica can help you. Contact us on 01785
330305 for a free consultation or to make an appointment.
Please join us on Facebook and Twitter @healthholistica.
com-for more information www.healthhollstlca.com
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SPANISH-PORTUGUESE BORDER
OVERLOOKING THE RIVER GUADIANA
If you are looking for a holiday where you can explore two
countries please look at:-www.kinnohouse.co.uk
Our spacious, tastefully furnished and well equipped house
on the Costa de la Luz has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 6 adults
very comfortably. Only 40 minutes from Faro airport, 10
minutes drive to several beautiful wide sandy beaches or a
few steps to a shared swimming pool and gardens. Further
Information contact Mel via the web site or call
01785 824379 or 01543 472443
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Construction
& Renovation
T:01785 822764
T:01785 780764
T:07854 725950
T:07792 163155
New Builds
Extensions
Landscaping & Fencing
Conservatories & Porches
Loft and garage conversions
Flat & Pitched roofs built and repaired
All chimney work undertaken
No job too big or small
Free Quotations
Fully Insured and Qualified
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THE OLD CHAPEL
Hair by Jude
Bontdolgadfan
Mid Wales
Comfortable Holiday
accommodation
Sleeps 6 in stunning
countryside.
Excellent walking,
beaches,fishing etc.
01785 823939 or
07949750032.
I have 17 years salon experience and
have competed at national level gaining
a Silver Award in
‘Wella Trend Vision Colourist Competition’
and twice finalist in the L’Oreal ‘Colour Trophy’.
I am now bringing my skills and expertise into your home.
Passionate in all aspects of of hairdressing.
Maureen E Phillips
GTCL, LTCL
Tuition in Piano, Aural & Music Theory
Georgiana House
Newport Road
Call 07807160221
[email protected]
Gnosall
Stafford ST20 OBN Tel: 01785 823783
A.J & H. WRIGHT
MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINEER
Discover Gnosall’s best kept secret
THE
VINTAGE WARDROBE
Mechanical repairs & servicing
Tyres
Exhausts
Batteries
OPEN: Monday-Friday 8.30-6pm
Saturday 8.30-1pm
The Vintage Newport
WardrobeRd,
- Period
Costumes
GNOSALL,
ST20 0BN
Contact Pam on 01785 824100
WHARF ROAD,GNOSALL,STAFFORD
email: [email protected]
Hire and Sales of Vintage Clothes
Period Costumes,
Telephone: 01785 823503
Accessories and Jewellery by local artist.
From Medieval through the ages
including Victorian,
Edwardian 1940,s 1950,s
Mindfulness
Looking to smooth out the aches and pains, the stresses
and strains of everyday living?
Troubled by anxiety, stress, low mood or just looking to live
a more vibrant and vital life?
Find out how mindfulness might help
Courses held in the village at regular intervals
Now selling HABERDASHERY, inc.
ribbon.lace.braid, buttons and
fabric
also Costumes made to order by Pam
Coming soon –
S J HARRISON
Meyrick and Wain
BUILDERS Ltd
Acoustic Duo
Available for Private and Corporate Functions,
Family Events. House Party’s and Fund Raising.
We can accommodate any sized venue
from Your Own Home to a Conference Centre.
Music can be tailored to suit your event.
Prices range from £150 to £450
Phone:01785 823249 or 01952 850371
Email:[email protected]
Or [email protected]
& SONS
Jewellery Workshops learn how to
make complimentary accessories
for your outfit.
Contact Charles 01785 823218
[email protected] for further information
Marston Lodge, Chipnall
Market Drayton • Shropshire *TF9 2RJ
01630 661 326 • 07790 964 336
email: [email protected] http://:
www.sjharrisonbuilders.co.uk
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Gnosall
Skip Hire
Littlehales
Plant Hire
JCB Excavator Hire
Skips available 7 days a week
Landscaping
Driveways
2 yd mini
4 yd midi
Tel: 01785 822926
Sam: 07977 499305
Ben: 07973 255252
Loading service available
Free Consultation & Quote
Katharine House
Hospice Shops
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23 High Street STONE 01785 816907
Market Street PENKRIDGE 01785 712754
22 St Mary’s Street NEWPORT 01952 814760
Registered Charity No. 1011712
Staffordshire VAG + Peugeot Specialist
Servicing and repairs to all makes and models
Latest diagnostic equipment
Collection and Delivery for major jobs
Body Work
W EATHERTIGHT
Contact: Shain Windsor
Email: [email protected]
Unit A Ladfordfields industrial estate, Seighford , Stafford
ST18 9QE
www.sdwautomotive.co.uk
Tel:07815510002
JWH
GROUND
MAINTENANCE
All Grass Mowing and Strimming
Requirements Undertaken
Large Area Flail Mowing, Paddocks etc
Hedge Cutting, Tree Felling/ Pruning
ROOFING LTD.
web:www.weathertight.co.uk
email:[email protected]
HIGH TENSILE POLYESTER FELT - 10year guarantee
RUBBERBOND EPDM FLEECEBACK RUBBER
20 year guarantee - Proven llfe expectency of 50 years
TILING. SLATING. CHIMNEY REPAIRS
uPVC FASCIAS & GUTTERING
DRY VERGE END CAPS
FREE QUOTATIONS
LIABILITY INSURANCE
FOR A FREE QUOTATION
CONTACT JOHN
Tel: 01785 824025
Mobile: 07957 880718
Insurance Backed
Guarantees Available
Telephone 01785 840789
9 Meadow Close, Wheaton Aston Stafford STl9 9NX
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GNOSALL DENTAL
SURGERY
Any type of flooring fitted
15 HIGH STREET GNOSALL
01785 822948
All aspects of dentistry carried out in a modern,
friendly and relaxed environment
Supply - Fit – Supply & Fit
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John Allen (Flooring Contractor)
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Mobile: 07828 114921
Home: 01785 823304 (Gnosall)
Email: [email protected]
We welcome new patients with NO REGISTRATION FEE
Opening Hours
MONDAY
9.00-5.00
TUESDAY
8.30-5.30
WEDNESDAY 8.30-5.30
THURSDAY 9.00-5.30
FRIDAY
9.00-12noon
Gnosall Dental Surgery Tel: 01785 822 948
15 High Street
Email:
Gnosall
[email protected]
ST20 0EX
We welcome new patients
Est: 25 years +NVQ & CSC registered
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Cosmetic work, including mercury free fillings
Implants
Zoom tooth whitening
Sympathetic, understanding hygienist
Oral cancer screening at every examination
Latest in digital X-Ray imaging, keeping exposure to
radiation to a minimum
Intra oral digital camera allowing you to see what the
dentist sees
BESPOKE HANDMADE JEWELLERY
Designer of unique Jewellery and Tiaras
Jewellery making workshops
Jewellery making birthday parties
Restringing and basic jewellery repair
‘At home’ party plan
Commissions welcome
To view items please visit
‘Gallery at 12’ High Street Eccleshall
or www.angelasmithjewellery.blogspot.com
A WALKER& SON
GNOSALL
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Established for over 100 years
Complete Funeral Services Chapel of Rest
KEN WALKER AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
For Personal Service
Telephone 01785 822261
Email- [email protected]
Tel.(01785)822909 Mob. 07821 396158
Robert Nicholls DIP F.D. DIP FM. M. B.I.F.D
PART
P
Craig Michael
Electrical
Electrical Safety
Fencing: Landscaping: Block Paving
A friendly and reliable service by a fully certified
and insured electrician
• All Small Jobs
• Fuse Board Upgrades
• Security Lighting
• New Installations
• Full & Part Re-wires
• Testing & Inspecting
Call Craig for a FREE competitive quote
LANDSCAPING
Hedge Trimming: Garden Designs
Grass Cutting: Garden Maintenance:
Turfing
Andrew Oakley
01785 822062 Mobile : 07973 173512
01785 822916
07891337727
Professional Service at realistic prices
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BURTON BOROUGH SCHOOL
KAY SERA SERA
A Specialist Arts College
Audley Avenue, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7DS
Day Care FOR THE ELDERLY
9.30am - 4.15pm
A highly professional service with NVQ qualified
staff.
We offer transport to all in our catchment area, We
also offer personal care such as showers, manicures,
pedicures, hair washing and setting, wet shaves etc.
COME AND TRY US FOR FREE
7 Willowbrook
Derrington ST18 9NN
PLACES STILL AVAILABLE IN ALL YEAR GROUPS
Burton Borough has improved rapidly during the last few years,
Burton Borough is officially a ‘Good’ School
Yet Another Record Year of Results in 2013
The sixth consecutive year of improvement.
Results are well above national and local averages:-
Jenny or Mick Lucas 01785 244684
• 94% of students achieved 5(or more) A*-C grades
• 80% of students achieved C grade (or higher) in English
• 76% of students achieved a C grade (or higher) in Maths
Headteacher:
Mr D.M. Hill BEd, MA
Website: www.burtonborough.org.uk
Telephone: 01952 386500
Fax: 01952 386530
Email: [email protected]
email: [email protected]
DOG GROOMING
Dog Grooming - Kay Gibson
PROFESSIONALLY HAND STRIPPED
TRIMMED OR CLIPPED
Celebration Cakes
by KAY GIBSON
Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes
01952 691214
near NEWPORT
Tel: Kate 01952 691765
07956677145
Charles Swann (Walsall) Ltd
Coal and Smokeless Fuel
Merchant
In Your Area Every Week
C R Large Contractors
Groundwork, Landscaping and Building
Phone 01922 408152
Free Quotes
Tree Work
ROGER’S
All Jobs considered
Patios
Brickwork
Groundwork
Fencing
Tarmacing
Ring any Time!
ST CLASS
T R AV E L
Airport Transfer Service
Seaport Transfers
Meet & Greet Service
Personal & Business Travel
Calum Large 07792 228 382
Email: [email protected]
Call Roger on 07854 415 346
www.ukairporttransfer.net
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01902 488523
Twilight Computers
Based in Bradley
Give us a call, we can help.
01785 878323 or 07722 240508
PC or laptop slow,behaving oddly or not starting
up?
To put it simply….We fix computers.
Working hours 9am until 8pm
(because we know that PC owners have jobs too!)
We can also give advice and training on the Internet,email,Office
and almost anything the home/business user needs to know.
The Grosvenor Centre
32 St Lawrence Way,
Gnosall, Stafford
ST20 0HZ
Gnosall
The ideal venue for all your
events, situated at the heart
of this
Best Kept Staffordshire
Village,
just off the High Street.
http://www.gnosallparishcouncil.org.uk
For further details, please
phone 01785 822685
Excellent facilities - wellkept and well-equipped,
with pleasant grounds and
car parking space.
WiFi available on request.
Licensed for the sale of alcohol, on arrangement with
the Designated Premises
Supervisor.
Daytime, evenings or
weekends available.Choice
of rooms and kitchens.
07773 505638 / 01785 823860
www.brightaccountancy.co.uk
EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION
Chiropodist / Podiatrist, Medical Aesthetic Practitioner
Visiting Practice
Tel 01785 211486
Mob: 0771 801 2571
Debbie Wardhaugh MSSCh MBChA
Architectural Services
Conversions, House Extensions, Alterations, Change
of use, Building Regulations, Planning Applications
Tel: 0121 770 2818
email: [email protected]
2 Christie Avenue
Castlefields, Stafford ST16 1AB
The British Chiropody and Podiatry Association
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HELP AT HAND
Home Support Services
Gnosall Taxi
24 Hour Service
STAFFORD AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Local Runs - Airports
Contract - Courier
We operate 7 days a week from 7am til 9pm.
Price on request. Our services include…
8 Seater Available
General Cleaning
Meal Preparation
Cooking
Laundry
Ironing
Bed Make/Change
Low level Window Cleaning
Shopping
Light Gardening
Dog Walking
Companionship
And much more
Call Mark on 07866 057127
[email protected]
MUSIC LESSONS
Whatever your age music can be fun
if you already play (or have just begun)
We teach piano, strings, keyboard and theory
And lessons with us are anything but dreary,
So come and learn, have fun as you do
Take exams or just play,
Email: Tracy Amos
Telephone: 01889881287
Mobile: 07881906247
The
MASE
Monthly
Alzheimer’s
Support
Evening
IT’S UP TO YOU!!!!!!
Tel: 01785 822814
Carole and Ron. (CRB ED cert holder)
Both fully qualified music teachers.
A warm welcome awaits Carer’s and their
cared for from 7.00 pm to 9.00pm
The evening is free of charge, and includes drinks,
a buffet and entertainment.
•1st Monday of month Old Wyrley Hall, Great
Wyrley WS6 6LL
•3rd Wednesday of month St Joseph’s Hall, Rugeley WS15 2EH
•2nd Thursday of month Haughton Village Hall,
Haughton ST18 9EZ
For further information contact:
Daphne (01785) 211140
Elaine (01785) 823110
D. W. Bentley
Painter And Decorator
Established 15 Years
ROSEBUDS
Private DayNursery
32 place nursery in the heart of the village for
children aged 6 weeks to 8 years
Before and After School Care, covering Gnosall,
Haughton & Ranton Schools
Our open plan nursery has full and part time
places available
Open 8.ooamto 6.oopm All Year round
Experienced Tradesman
❖Interior And Exterior ❖
❖Replacement Glazing ❖
❖lnsurance Work Welcome❖
Full team of qualified staff who have been with the
nursery over 9 years
Ensure quality care for each individual child
Excellent planned activities take place every day
Funding available and Voucher schemes accepted
Call In to discuss the needs of your child or for a
prospectus
Grosvenor Centre, High gtreet, Gnosall
Telephone: 01785 822229
For a Free Estimate Telephone
01785 823605
Mob. 07908 737 322
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Lawn
Mowing Service
M. J. YEOMANS
Building Services Ltd
• New Build
Lawns mowed and edges cut to a high
standard
Borders hoed and weeded.
General garden maintenance.
No job too small
• Extensions
• Renovations
All work carried out guaranteed
For free quotations and advice
Tel: 01785 823570
Mob: 07970 634891
Telephone Chris on
01785 823400 / 07967211284
KATES ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES
PIANO LESSONS SINGING LESSONS
Self -employed
Company accounts
Tax returns
VAT returns
Payroll
Bookkeeping
INDIVIDUAL LESSONS ♬♬♬ ALL AGES
♪♪♪ BEGINNERS ESPECIALLY WELCOME
For friendly and personal service at reasonable rates
01785 780751 Mobile: 07950 828461
[email protected]
PAUL WEAVER
Call Kate on 01952 813123 or 07764 892888
LOCKSMITH & DOUBLE
GLAZING REPAIRS
MALC HODGKINSON
ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD
PVCu &ALUMINIUM DOOR AND WINDOW SPECIALIST
DOOR LOCKS OPENED / CHANGED / REPAIRED
LOCKED OUT?
All Domestic Electrical work!, Sockets,Lights
Showers, Consumer units, Rewires/part rewires
No job too small
Call: Ken
07807 974 486
Tel 07973 390762
Part p NAPIT approved
Toms Landscapes
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In Care
Hard landscaping
Fencing
Blockpaving
Drop-In
Every Thursday,
Grosvenor Centre, 11am to 2 pm
Companionship - Respite - Shopping
Cleaning - Meal Preparation - Specialist Dementia Care
- Personal Care - Trips Out
Call 01785 472030 for more information
Groundwork
Property repairs
Building work
Phone Tom Whittick
Tel: 01785 840244/ 0781 405 7634
www.homeinstead.co.uk/gnosall
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H O M E FA R M
INTERIORS
M N STANLEY
Est. 1995
Established 1995
Tel: 01785 284858
Home Farm,
High Offley Road,
Woodseaves, Stafford,
ST20 0LH
info@homefarminteriors.
co.uk
Groundworks, Fencing, & Landscape Contractor
Specialists in Quality
Curtains and Blinds
Curtains - Blinds - Pelmets
- Accessories Fabric Wallpaper - Tracks & Poles
Expert measuring and
fitting service
The Rowans – 23 Knightley Road, Gnosall, Stafford, ST20 0EW
HARD & SOFT LANDSCAPING
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The Corner Patch
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Domestic
Equestrian (Post & Rails etc)
Agricultural
Gates
MINI-DIGGER & TRACKED
DUMPER HIRE
fabric, wadding, threads and haberdashery
Tues -Sat. 10am to 5pm. Open till 8pm Weds.
12,High Street,
Eccleshall,
Stafford. ST21 6BZ
Patios
Block Paving
Turfing Supplies & Laying Service
Garden Features
(inc. gravel areas, water features, ponds etc)
telephone:01785 859360
[email protected]
www.thecornerpatch.co.uk
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01785 - 824192
OWENS MEMORIALS
Your local supplier For Hand Made curtains And all types of
blinds:- Roller, roman, vertical, pleated etc.
Anne Clinton
Traditional - Modern - Individual
High Quality Soft Furnishings
Covering all districts
For Cemetry and Churchyard
Tel: 01630 654135
Beautiful fabrics or Making up service available
Free consultation in your home
For help and advice Quote Ref P.M.03
21 Queen Street, Market Drayton
01952 814312
[email protected]
anneclintoncurtains.co.uk
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Keep it local!
Nicolsons...
Gnosall’s only
estate agent
Gnosall
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Gnosall
Gnosall
For all your property needs
Nicolsons the estate agents
1 Station Road, Gnosall, Stafford, Staffordshire. ST20 OEZ.
T: 01785 822018 F: 01785 822647 E: [email protected]
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