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ContentsExploding the myths about Rotary 5

Sudoku puzzle 5

Stafford student produces sell-out murder mystery evening 6

Try Owens Carpets for outstanding value and service 9

Recipe of the month 10

Tuesday Mixer Club for the over 55’s 11

Beer of the month 13

Hospice’s BIG summer walk gathers pace 15

The Midland Motorhome Sale returns in 2015 16-17

Garden: Making a pest of themselves 18

Community Pride Recognised 20

What’s on 22

Doxey Karate Kids achieve grading success 23

MYTS perform “Honk” at the Gatehouse Theatre 23

Abbeyfield: Contentment in later life 24

Crossword puzzle 27

M.A.G Group Home Services 28

Useful Numbers 30

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Exploding theMyths about Rotary

Why join Rotary?• If you want fun, friendship & fellowship.

• If you want to give back to your localcommunity.

• If you want to make a difference.

There are several Rotary Clubs in the local area.

In Stafford alone there are three clubs; onemeets for breakfast, one for lunch and one for

an evening meal.

MYTH - It’s a secret society

TRUTH – There’s nothing secret about Rotary

MYTH - It’s a male only society

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MYTH - I don’t have the time

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A drama student at BlessedWilliam Howard Catholic HighSchool, Harry Gledhill (18),spent the last school yearplanning, writing, andchoreographing a murdermystery evening. On May 9th,the project culminated in asell-out event at Moseley OldHall, Wolverhampton.

The project formed part of hisBTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomain drama (equivalent to anA-Level) and Harry recruitedeleven other BWH dramastudents to star in hisperformance. Having lookedat many potential performancesites, Harry finally decided onMoseley Old Hall due to itsinteresting history and beautifulsetting.

Harry made many visits toMoseley in the organisation ofthe project considering capacityand negotiating dates and hirecosts. He was described as ‘veryprofessional’ in his dealing withthe National Trust site, who wereimpressed with his vision.

Harry chose a wedding as thestage for his murder, allowing theaudience to take part as weddingguests. All fifty guests arrivedto a complementary glass ofchampagne and were seated in amarquee for a wonderful evening

of interactive entertainment andintrigue.

The inspiration behind the murdermystery came from the venueitself. King Charles II hid therefrom Cromwell’s troops after hefled the Battle of Worcester in1651. Harry’s plot was basedaround a family who live atMoseley Old Hall (fictitious) andtheir daughter who was about toget married. The wedding wasinterrupted as a dramatic secretwas revealed and the murdervictims uncovered.

Harry’s clever plot meant thatonly one table of guests correctlyguessed the murderer andmotive.

“I was very proud of Harry’sachievement, he really did sucha professional job and everyone

enjoyed it so much. To plan andexecute an event such as thisshows an immense talent, as wellas demonstrating a wide rangeof skills from event planning tocreative writing and budgeting.”commented Nicky Tildesley,Drama teacher at BWH.

“I enjoyed being able to performin the grounds of a National Trustproperty and the experience oforganising an event from start tofinish was incredibly rewarding.”said Harry.

To find out more information orto contact the school, visit theirwebsite, www.bwh.staffs.sch.uk

Stafford student, Harry, producessell-outmurdermystery evening

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TuesdayMixer Club for the over 55’sThis week saw the start of a new weekly eventhappening for the Tuesday Mixer Club for theover 55’s.The White Eagle (Polish) Club will beopening its doors every Tuesday afternoon from1 pm to 330 pm where people from any area ofStafford can come and mix have a chance tomeet up with friends and meet new ones.

Mark Carrington the vicechairman of the club said:“As a club we wanted to bringtogether those who perhapshave retired early or due toillness who have free time, tothose at the other end of theage group are feeling a bit lostand isolated, several peoplementioned that more clubs likethis are needed so we thoughtwe’d start one up. We plan to

have talks and demonstrations each week as wellas, bingo, whist, crib, darts, pool and snooker andso on. We would like the Mixer Club to evolve andthose who come to let us know what they would likeand have a voice in the activities; we can certainlylook at dances, daytrips and like if the demand isthere.”

You do not have to be a member to attend. There isno admission charge, tea & coffee will beavailable at a minimum cost.

Volunteers are welcome to come and help on theday and also anyone who would like to attend togive a talk or presentations are welcome pleaseemail Lorraine on [email protected]

For more info and events seewww.lrpartnership.co.ukMark Carrington -

Vice Chairman ofThe White Eagle Club

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15June 2015

Hospice’s BIG SummerWalkgathers paceWith the early bird discount for bookings at thebrand new Katharine House Hospice BIG SummerWalk just over a week away, the registrations arecoming in fast. Over 100 have already registeredalready for the walk taking place on Sunday 28thJune.

Taking advantage of the great British summertime,there’s something for everyone at this brand newfundraising walk. With no Midnight Walk or Winter Walkthis year, The BIG Summer Walk is hotting up to be thebiggest event of the year.

The event, which is being held at Marquis Drive onCannock Chase has two routes from 5 miles for fun to a10 mile challenge and is anticipated to be the hospicesbiggest fundraising event of the year. The event issponsored by Afsystems carpet and pressure cleaning,Angel Homecaring and Mercedes Benz Drayton Group.

James Lunney hospice Event Fundraiser says; “Over100 supporters have already registered and we expectthere will be hundreds more by the early bird deadline of1st May. With it being our only walk this year we hopehospice supporters will come together to make this thebiggest hospice event of the year to help us to continueto provide free care services at the hospice and in thecommunity. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic social eventand we’ll be hosting a BIG Cuppa at the event as wellas having stalls and entertainment. Supporters canreally make a day of it and go for an optional summerthemed fancy dress and have a picnic at the end!”

The walk costs £12.50 to enter but if you register by 1stMay it’s just £10. Children under 16 years oldaccompanied by an adult are just £2. Registrationsclose on 24th June – on the day registrations will becharged £15 per person.

James says “we encourage walkers to gain as manysponsors a possible – every penny raised really makesa difference to the lives of local people and this year

there will be a prize for top fundraiser as well as a prizedraw for anyone raising over £30. Interested walkerscan book by phone on 01785 270808 or online at theHospice website www.khhospice.org.uk follow the funon Facebook – Katharine House Hospice, Stafford. Ifyou would like to volunteer to help on the day call theFundraising Team on 01785 270808 or [email protected]

Katharine House Hospice has been providing freecare and support for adults and their families acrossMid-Staffordshire coping with a progressive illnesssince 1989. 9000 local patients and their families havebenefited from its care services over the last 25 years.The hospice relies upon the generosity of the localcommunity to help generate 75% of funds needed torun its range of vital services.

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TheMidlandMotorhome Salereturns in 2015The Warners Shows team arevery pleased to announce theirreturn to Stafford in June 2015 forthe Midland Motorhome Sale.

Whether you’re looking atupgrading your current motorhome,or considering buying your first van,the show – held on 26th-28th Juneat Staffordshire Showground – willnot only provide a wide range ofboth new and pre-owned models,but also intends to cater to allbudgets with exclusive show dealsand offers from big brands beingavailable across the weekend.

Over 30 dealers will once again beattending the show, combined witha wide choice of specialist outdoorleisure accessories, gifts, crafts andfoods – meaning there really willbe something for everyone at theMidland Motorhome Sale.

Brand new for 2015, there will alsobe on-site camping pitches

available for those visitors whotravel to the show from furtherafield. These will be available ona limited basis, costing £35 forcamping from 10am Friday 26thJune to Midday on Monday 29thJune.* Further to this, the Saturdayevening sees Warners Exhibitionshost a Summer party! Join us foran evening of live music from ‘BusStop’ as part of your ticket price,and alfresco food and drink.

Situated in the heart of Englandand benefitting from excellent travellinks from across the country,visitors can enjoy a wealth ofglorious countryside and attractionswithin easy reach of theshowground either before or aftertheir visit to the show.

The Exhibition area will be openbetween 9:30am-5:00pm Fridayand Saturday and between 9:30am-4:30pm on Sunday. FREE parkingplus a FREE showguide will be

available to all show visitors.

If you can’t camp but don’t wantto miss out, pre-booking for daytickets is now also available. Ticketsare £5 per adult saving you £1.50per person when booking inadvance. Children under 16 attendthe show for FREE. Book yourtickets today at,www.midlandmotorhomesale.co.ukor telephone 01778 391123(Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) for moreinformation.

Pre-booking closes at 10am on 8thJune.

*Camping pitches only, one standardFriday-Monday charge, no discountsapplicable.

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TheMidlandMotorhome Salemarks the half way point ofWarner's 2015 outdoor showseason. To celebrate the summerwe're inviting all campers atStafford to join us on theSaturday evening for anight of entertainmentfrom lively male duoBus Stop. Bus Stopformed in 1992 andthis fantastic malevocal duo have beenperforming music fromthe 50’s to modern dayever since.

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A bee society in Stafford were among the winners atthe 2015 Pride in Your Patch Awards.

Stafford Borough Council run the initiative whichrecognises community spirited residents who makea difference by cleaning, tidying or carrying out othertasks to make their area look attractive.

The Staffordshire Wild Bee Group won the Action inthe Community group award for their bee conservationefforts across the borough, which include providing wildflower beds to help the species pollinate.

Residents are nominated for the awards by councillorsbefore judges look at the benefit and importance of theirenvironmental projects, the originality and innovation,how sustainable they are and how suitable they wouldbe to run in other areas.

In the other awards Joe Poultney from Barlaston wasthe individual winner for producing colourful displaysof plants in his community throughout the seasons,and the ‘Inspiring Others’ award went to Gerald D’Arcy,

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Cabinet Member for Environment and Health, CouncillorFrank Finlay, said: “Congratulations to all those whowere nominated for this year’s awards. It’s great to seethe unsung heroes in our borough recognised after ourcouncillors received nominations from residents,community groups and parish councils.”

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RISING BROOKWRITERSEVERY MONDAY(Except bank holidays). 1:30pm-3:30pm atRising Brook Library, Stafford. Free. Forthose who love to write and inspire othersto do so. A weekly, online bulletin andother publications are produced. For moredetails see www.risingbrookwriters.org.uk

HAUGHTONWOMEN’S INSTITUTEFIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH7:30pm at Haughton Village Hall. We havespeakers on a variety of topics, followedby tea/coffees and cakes. Visitors are verywelcome. For more information call 07850254855.

LITTLE STARS STAY & PLAYEVERY TUESDAY2pm-3pm at Holmcroft North EndCommunity Centre. Lots of stories, ryhmes& singing activites. After seeing your healthvisitor why not stay and join in the fun.Clinic starts at 1.30pm.

TUESDAYMIXERCLUB

EVERY TUESDAY1pm-3:30pm at The White Eagle Club,Riverway, Stafford. This new club welcomeseveryone ages 55 and over to come for acuppa and a chat. Weekly guests, talks andactivites, bingo, whist club, darts and more.Free admission. For more details seewww.lrpartnership.co.uk

STAFFORD TOWNWI1ST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH1:45pm at Evangelical Church, ChurchLane, Stafford. We are a very friendlygroup, with interesting speakers. Come andjoin us and share enjoyable and sociableafternoons. For more information pleasephone Elaine Sharpe on 01785 249765.

YOGA CLASSESEVERY TUESDAY6:30pm-8pm at Arthur Findley Centre (96aStone Rad, Stafford). For more informationcontact Brian Horne on 07891191481 oron facebook,www.facebook.com/tantraflowyoga

PETER PAL’S TODDLER GROUPEVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAYTuesdays and Thursdays 10am-12pm atStafford Sports College, Rising Brook. Formore info call 01785 240641.

BOWLS CLUBEVERY WEDNESDAY7:30pm to 10pm at Acton Trussell, Bednalland Teddesley Hay Community Centre.

ACTON ART SOCIETYEVERY WEDNESDAY1:30pm to 3:30pm at Acton Trussell,Bednall and Teddesley Hay CommunityCentre 01785 714469 or 01889 586289.Learn how to draw and paint – just comealong. Some materials can be supplied.

WOMEN’S INSTITUTEEVERY 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH7:45pm to 10pm at Acton Trussell,Bednall and Teddesley Hay CommunityCentre 01785 712676. Come along andjoin in.

BROCTON TODDLERSEVERY WEDNESDAY10am-11.30am at Brocton Village Hall.A chance for the ‘under fives’ and theircarers to meet for friendship, toys, snacksand songs. No need to book, just turn up.£2.50pp - extra children 50p each. Formore info email:[email protected]

BERKSWICHWI1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH7.15.p.m at The Village Hall, Walton on theHill. Interesting speakers & activities.A thriving craft group who meetfortnightly. Why not come along to one ofour meetings and see if it is for you. Visi-tors will be made very welcome. Please ringSecretary Shirley Benn on 01785 603646for more details or try the websitewww.berkswichwi.btck.co.uk.

STAFFORD FOLK DANCE CLUBEVERY THURSDAY8pm-10.15pm at Walton Village Hall,Stafford. We are a friendly club & alwayswelcome new people. Classes are runthroughout July however are not on duringAugust. Come along! For furtherinformation call 01785 661076.

SNACK & CHATEVERY FRIDAY10am-11.30am at Holmcroft North EndCommunity Centre, Stafford. Mums, Dads,Nans, Grandads and carers welcome! Comealong & play, there is always an excitingrange of activities for children 0-7 years.Free refreshments.

PILATES & YOGA CLASSES WITH MELEVERY THURSDAY & FRIDAYThursdays, 10am-11am at Walton VillageHall (Pilates Class) and Fridays, 6pm-7pmat Berkswich Parish Hall. Combined Yogaand Pilates to improve core stability,flexibility and relieve aches/pains. Aworkout for the mind & body thatincorporates relaxation and meditationtechniques. For more info contact Mel:07968 755609 Please bring your own mat.£4.00 per class. 16 & under £2.00.

MOTOWNANDSOULNIGHT

FRIDAY 5TH JUNE7.30PM till late at the Royal British Legionclub in Stafford, 76 Eastgate Street,Stafford ST16 0NG. £4. For more info call01785 276048.

BOWMANANTIQUES FAIR

19TH/20/21ST JUNE10am-5pm open each day. Wide selectionof antiques, art, collectables, curios, vintageand retro finds. £5 adults, £3 concessions.www.antiquesfairs.com

SUMMER FAIR ANDARMEDFORCESDAY

SATURDAY 27TH JUNEFree admission. At the Royal British Legionclub in Stafford, 76 Eastgate Street,Stafford ST16 0NG. For more info call01785 276048.

BRADLEY FESTIVAL 2015

FRIDAY 3RD - SUNDAY 12TH JULYFri 3rd July - Quiz evening and supper inBradley village hall.Sat 4th July - Sat 12th July- Bradley Churchwill be open from 11am- 5pm daily and willbe full of Arts and Crafts.Sat 4th July - Village Fete, 2pm-5pm atBradley Village hall and grounds.Sun 5th July - There will be a confirmationservice in the Church.Thurs 9th July - Performances from localchildren.Fri 10th July - “Kids “ disco in village hall.Sun 12th July - BBQ and open air serviceat Priory Farm.

If you wish to submit an event for the July/August edition of The Stafford Directoryplease send the details via email to:[email protected]

JuneRegular Events

What’s On...

July

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Bingley Hall, County Showground,Stafford ST18 0BD

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

13th/14th/15th December*

*PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE

Up to 400 standsOpening Times 10am-5pm each day

Admission £5 adults, £3 concessionsEarly trade Friday 8.30am - admission £7/person

STAFFORDBINGLEY HALL

Quality Antiques Fairs

SupportingAll enquiriesTelephone. 01274 588505www.antiquesfairs.com

BINGLEY HALL, COUNTY SHOWGROUND,

STAFFORD, ST18 0BD

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY

19th/20th/21st June

7th/8th/9th August

Up to 400 standsOpeningTimes 10am-5pm Each Day

Admission:£5 ADULTS, £3 CONCESSIONS

Probably the widest selection of antiques,art, collectables, curios, vintage and retro

in the West Midlands.

Doxey Karate KidsAchieve Grading SuccessEight members of theDoxey Karate KidsClub successfullyachieved their yellowbelts at their firstgrading session onTuesday May 5th.

The club was established earlier this year at Doxey Hub& has developed steadily under the guidance of theclub’s instructor, Sensei Tony Harvey of StaffordshireWado Ryu Karate.

Tony expressed satisfaction at his students’ success:“Excellent! They all achieved a very high standard. It’sbeen great watching the club grow.”

There will be an awards ceremony at the next sessionwhen the children will receive their belts & certificates.

For more information about Doxey Karate KidsClub contact Tony Harvey on 01889 508411 or 07973398071 or Doxey Hub on 01785 747569.

Musical Youth Theatre Stafford perform “Honk”MYTS will be performing “Honk” the musical at theStafford Gatehouse from Wednesday 8th July toSaturday 11th July 2015. Tickets available fromStafford Gatehouse and the MYTS tickets hotline07847 049129 or from [email protected]

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The UglyDuckling”, “Honk!” tells the story of an odd lookingbaby duck, Ugly, and his quest to find his mother.Soon after Ugly is born, he is seduced away by a wilyCat who wants to eat Ugly for dinner. Eventually, Uglymanages to escape but has no idea how to returnhome. Along his way, he encounters a beautiful swan,Penny, tangled in a fishing line. After saving her, the twobirds fall in love. However, she must return to her flockand fly south for the winter. Eventually, Ugly’s motherfinds him frozen in snow. Luckily, her warm tearsmanage to thaw him out and he comes back to life – asa handsome swan! Soon, Ugly is reunited with Pennyand the two swans decide to live the rest of their daysin the same pond as Ugly’s loyal mother.

Dates:8th – 11th Julyat 7:30pm11th Julyat 2:30pm & 7:30pm

We rehearse regularlyeach Friday at JohnWheeldon School and are made up of 60 Staffordchildren aged from 8 to 18 years. We have performedWest Side Story, Footloose and the West End hit LesMiserables over the last few years as well as performingin many local concerts for the Mayor, Women’s Instituteand others.

The kids look forward to performing on a real stage andfor 20 plus of the new recruits this year it will be theirfirst big step on to stage in front of a big audience.MYTS exists to develop young talent in the area in allareas of performing. Through workshops we teach thegroup singing, dance as well as acting. We were formedfrom an idea by members of the Stafford DistrictOperatic Society. MYTS is run by a dedicatedcommittee who offer our free time as volunteers.

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AbbeyfieldContentment in later life

A charityapproaching its60th anniversary,an establishedcare and

housing provider, respected,trusted and recommended withover 500 establishments acrossthe UK. When it comes to olderage, whatever stage of life you’rein, help and support you need,concerns you have, we have timefor you.

Caring staff and volunteers investhours with our residents.

Established in 1956, Abbeyfield isexperienced in providing care forolder people. Our charitable herit-

age is the foundation for allthat we do. Abbeyfield has grownfrom humble beginnings to thewonderful facilities that you seetoday. One thing has remainedtrue – Abbeyfield is dedicated.

Abbeyfield House Stafford

Our Supported Living homeprovides residents the privacy oftheir own affordable, high qualityaccommodation, combined with thecompanionship of others.

Introducing Abbeyfield

Abbeyfield House is a beautifulVictorian house located in aresidential area. Each resident’s

room is carpeted with en-suitefacilities and charges cover meals,heating, lighting, etc. We provide apeaceful, homely atmosphere with acommunal lounge, dining room anda bright, spacious conservatory.

Enjoy Later Life

Enjoy security and peace of mind,with support from our professionaland caring staff and volunteers.

For more information visit ourwebsite at www.abbeyfield.com

See our website for more information: www.abbeyfield.com

Abbeyfield House48 Rowley Bank, Stafford,Staffordshire, ST17 9BA

We offer supported living in a safeenvironment for older people who nolonger want the responsibility and worry ofmaintaining their own home. Now available: a private, single room on site House Manager home-prepared meals fully inclusive fees

Call Lynne Singh on01785 248620 or [email protected] more information.www.abbeyfield.com

Time toenjoyolder age

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Worried aboutDizziness, Vertigo &

Unsteadiness?At DizzyCare Clinic, we can cure yourvertigo*, reduce your dizziness and

improve your balance.

Mr. Samy Selvanayagam BSc PT, MSc PT, MCSPVestibular Rehabilitation Specialist

Director- DizzyCare Clinic* BPPV is a form of vertigo that can be completely cured

by vestibular rehabilitation

For appointments & enquiries call: 01902 844030NJB Physiotherapy Clinic, Oaktree Rise, Codsall,

Wolverhampton WV8 1DPVisit our website: www.dizzycareclinic.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

MARK BAILEYPLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEER

• All aspects of gas fitting &plumbing work covered.

• Full gas central heatinginstallations & upgrades.

• Complete bathroom packages.

• 25+ years experience.

• Free estimates.

• All work guaranteed.

Landline: 01902 790468Mob: 07976 706337

Stafford Office: 01785 319012

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26 www.thestafforddirectory.co.uk | 01785 318704AJG Property Maintenance & Servicing Ltd AJG Property

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Kitchen & Bathrooms

Windows, Doors & Conservatories

Driveways

Tel: 01785 715001Email: [email protected]

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Simple CrosswordAcross1. Well ventilated (4)3. Keeps you dry (8)9. Hauled (7)10. Brawl (5)11. Mixtures (12)13. Paper handkerchief (6)15. Small stoat (6)17. Books of words (12)20. Not outer (5)21. Bishopric (7)22. Bulge (8)23. Beers (4)

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1. Fearlessness (8)2. Kingdom (5)4. 12:00pm (6)5. Used for cold storage (12)6. Folk tales (7)7. Opposed to (4)8. Agrarian (12)

12. Shines (8)14. Chemistry, biology,physics for example (7)

16. Barrier (6)18. Perfect (5)19. Assists (4)

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Local Family Business est 1981

FULL HD CCTV

ACCESS CONTROL

ALARM RESPONSE

24 HOUR MONITORING

WIRED AND WIRELESS INTRUDER ALARMS

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Home ServicesProvided By Local People In South Staffordshire

To book your FREE consulta8on to discuss your requirements call:

01785 711088 / 01785 712351

NO JOB TOO SMALLThe One Stop Shop for all your home requirements:The One Stop Shop for all your home requirements: The One Stop Shop for all your home requirements:

• Windows, Gu<ering & Facia Cleaning• Grounds Maintenance• Property Maintenance• General DIY Services• Electrical Services

• Garden Design & Landscape• General Gardening & Fence ErecEng

• Security Light FiFng also intruder & fire alarms

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Home Services

SUMMER IS NEARLY HERE!!Here at MAG Home Services, we offer a comprehensive rangeof services, such as gardening, general property maintenanceand all types of electrical work. We are extremely busy, helpingour valued customers geFng their homes and gardens readyfor Spring and Summer. Whatever your needs andrequirements are we have the soluEon that’s right for you!If like many you’re not green fingered and preparing yourgarden for summer seems a complete nightmare, stop rightthere. Whether your garden requires a full makeover or a shortback and sides, we can help!Have you dreamed of having some feature lighEng, decoraEvefeatures, a new paEo area or perhaps some decking in yourgarden? Let us help you turn your dreams into reality.Why not call us today to arrange your freeconsultaEon? If it’s important to you, it’s important to us!

Did you know along with all of our services such asgardening, landscaping, fencing and gu<er cleaning,we also offer a wide range of electrical services in aprofessional, friendly, reliable and cost effecEvemanner. Take a look at some of the electrical servicesavailable;

Full Rewiring, refurbishment or upgrade of exisEngelectricsFuse BoardsAddiEonal SocketsInternal LighEngGarden and Ornamental LighEngSecurity and Flood LighEngElectric ShowersSecurity and Burglar Alarms

Please call us here at MAG Home Services on01785 711088 / 01785 712351

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Joinery that trulymeasures up

Joinery (Stafford) LtdTilcon Avenue, Stafford, ST18 0YJ

[email protected]

Here at Joinery (Stafford) Ltd we manufacturebespoke windows, doors, staircases, conservatoriesand barn conversions plus repairs and restorationfor listed buildings and heritage work.

Call us on 01785 242 337 to arrangea free initial survey and quote

All Natural Gas, Oil & LPG work undertakenUpgrades to Existing Systems

Servicing/Breakdowns and PowerflushingLandlord Safety Certificates

Renewable Energy InstallationsDry and Wet Solid Fuel Systems

20+ years Experience

Office: 01785 716874Mobile: 07968 922482

Web: www.kcortinheating.comEmail: [email protected], Wolverhampton Road, Penkridge

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Emergency ServicesPolice station (Non-emergencys) 101National Gas Emergency 0800 111999National Grid Electrical Emergency 0800 404090Severn Trent Water Emergency 0800 7834444Flood line 0845 9881188

Health/Medical CareStafford General Hospital 01785 257731North Staffordshire Hospital 01782 715444Cannock Hospital 01543 572757New Cross Hospital 01902 307999NHS Direct 0845 4647Rowley Hall Hospital 01785 223203Rising Brook Surgery 01785 251134Mill Bank Surgery 01785 258348Wolverhampton Road Surgery 01785 258161

CouncilsSouth Staffordshire Council 01902 696000Staffordshire County Council 0300 1118000Stafford Borough Council 01785 619000

Village Halls/LibrariesStafford Library 01785 278585Baswich Library 01785 663355Rising Brook Library 01785 242155Holmcroft Library 01785 253 908Walton Village Hall 0845 748 4950Derrington Village Hall 01785 242175

TravelTravel Line 087120022 33National Rail Enquiries 08457484950National Express 08717 818178Stafford Railway Station 0845 748 4950

SchoolsWalton High School 01785 356300Stafford Grammar School 01785 249752Weston Road High School 01785 356700Rising Brook High School 01785 258383

King Edward VI High School 01785 258546Sir Graham Balfour School 01785 223490Stafford Grammar School 01785 249752Weston Road Academy 01785 356700Yarlet School 01785 286568Chase Grammar School 01543 501800St. Anne’s Catholic Primary School 01785 663128Barnfields Primary School 01785 356356Leasowes Primary School 01785 356365Stafford College 01785 223800Staffordshire Music Centre 01785 335852Blessed William Howard 01785 244236

Help LinesSamaritans (Stafford) 01785 243333Child Line 0800 1111RSPCA 0300 1234555Citizen’s Advice Bureau 08444 111 444Jobseeker Direct 0800 100 900NSPCC 0808 800 5000Age UK 0800 169 6565Rethink Mental Illness 0300 5000 927Young Minds 0808 802 5544Runaway Helpline 116 000Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555Victim Support 0845 30 30 900FRANK 0800 77 66 00Crimestoppers Charity (Non-Emergency) 0800 555 111Stafford & District Bereavement & Loss Support Service

01785 273768

Places of WorshipSt Anne’s Church, Weeping Cross 01785 661012St Mary’s Church 01785 258511The Parish of Berkswich 01785 251057Stafford Baptist Church 01785 241498Trinity Church, Stafford 01785 223327The Evangelical Church 01785 254331Rising Brook Baptist Church 01785 214750Berkswich Parish, Walton On The Hill 01785 253111The Salvation Army 01785 257676

Useful Numbers

AGW LOCKSMITHS

Your local locksmith24 HOUR CALL OUT

Call Andy on 07989 463975Email: [email protected]

Commercial & Domestic Signage fromFactory, Office, Shop Signs & Vehicles to House Signs

£12.99 + P&P

To order email:[email protected] phone: 01543 877770 / 07966 482704

DG PLUMBINGOver 25 years experience

07882 200137Email: [email protected]

DAVID GRACE PLUMBING REPAIRS

QUALITY WORKMANSHIPNO JOB TOO SMALL

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE

RewiRes New Builds exteNsioNssockets lights coNsumeR uNitsgaRages sheds kitcheNstestiNg & iNspectioN BathRooms

Call Matt on 07791 677 647or email [email protected]

no jobtoo bigortoo small

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M. BissellTrees and Hedges

All Tree & Hedge Work Undertaken

Full Public Liability & N.P.T.CQualified

For a FREE quotation and advice call:01785 824410 / 07968 421434

[email protected]

• FREE ESTIMATE AND CALL OUT• DIGITAL AERIAL & SATELLITE INSTALLATIONS• HDMI DISTRIBUTION•WIFI & INTERNET POINTS• INTERNET SMART TV POINTS• TVWALL INSTALLATIONS & BESPOKE CABLEING• HOME CINEMA & AUDIO SYSTEMS

Call Lee Forrester for further informationTel: 01785 630119 or 01543 578230

Mob: 07866 674839www.aerialforceltd.co.uk Email: [email protected]

COUNTYWIDE CARAVAN SERVICESWE COME TO YOU

Mobile Caravan Service & RepairAt your home or storage site

To discuss your service requirements

Contact Iain HookerMobile: 07803 280 406 / Office: 01785 664 544

Stockton Lane, StaffordFully Insured,ACOPS Gas Registered

Staffs AerialsDigital Aerials Fitted & Repaired

30 years experience by the proprietorSTAFFORD - STONE - ECCLESHALL

01785 819786Mobile (07860 715475)

OAP & Bungalow DiscountsSame Day Service

TREE AND HEDGE WORK

01785 713040 / 07885 971553

Domestic and CommercialGrounds Maintenance

Free quotationsChris JonesQualified and Insured

TooterSolutions

For all your computer solutions

Contact Martin at Tooter Solutions:Tel: 07801 445657 | Email: [email protected]

Local Stafford resident

Howwe can help youHome and small business support

Repairs and upgrades (Windows XP toWindows 7/8)

Virus and spyware removal

Secure backups

Help choosing a new computer and set-up

PC optimisation

Support for Apple devices, tablet devices, printers,networking devices, scanners and more...

www.tootersolutions.co.uk

SERVICES LTDRK MOTOR

MOT - SERVICE - REPAIRS - DIAGNOSTICS -AIR CONDITIONING - MODERN & CLASSIC CARRESTORATION - RALLY PREPERARTION SERVICES

Tel: 01785 715777 or 01785 712878Mob: 07831 121384 Email: [email protected]

Web: www.rkmotorservicesltd.co.ukUnit 1 & 2 Stoney Lane, Dunston Heath, Stafford, ST18 9AQ

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