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COntEnts

Stafford Railway Building Society 5

Berkswich Football Club 6

An evening with Wolves and England legend Steve Bull 6

Bargain Hunt returns to the Showground! 8

Raas Leela - The New Fine Dining Indian Restaurant 10

MAG Group Home Services 12

A bit of history and latest news from Slater’s Ales 13

Local Stafford Author Jessica Coleman 14

AMG Fitness Tips 16

British Heart Foundation Furniture & Electrical Store 18

Stone House Hotel 20-21

Stafford girls celebrate Brownie’s 100th birthday 24

What’s On 26

Quick Crossword Puzzle 29

Katharine House Hospice Stafford Support Group 30

Recipe of the month 32

Hydro Health: Re-charged and ready to go again 34

Useful numbers 36

Index of Advertisers 38

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Welcome to the september edition of thestafford Directory.

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5September 2014

Mortgages withno arrangement fees

Here at Stafford Railway Building Society we offer a straightforward mortgage forhomebuyers which consistently has one of the lowest standard variable rates available inthe UK. And a simple, easy to understand buy-to-let mortgage product – ideal for thosestarting or extending their property portfolio.

ResidentialResidential mortgages from 3.49%standard variable rate (3.49% overallcost for comparison 3.60% APR*)• no arrangement fees• no early repayment charges• make over-payments at any time• no tie-in periods.

Buy-to-letBuy-to-let mortgages from 4.50%standard variable rate• no arrangement fees• no early repayment charges• make over-payments at any time• no tie-in periods• maximum 75% LTV.• no tie-in periods. • maximum 75% LTV.

ResidentialResidential mortgages from 3.49%standard variable rate (3.49% overall cost for comparison 3.60% APR*)• no arrangement fees• no early repayment charges• make over-payments at any time• no tie-in periods.

Buy-to-letBuy-to-let mortgages from 4.50% standard variable rate• no arrangement fees• no early repayment charges• make over-payments at any time• no tie-in periods• maximum 75% LTV.

Find out more today, call 01785 223212, email [email protected] or visit www.srbs.co.uk*APR’s vary with individual circumstances. If yourequest a written illustration it will include a personalised APR.

YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEPUP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.

With fixed rate mortgages still carrying high, upfrontarrangement fees, one local lender continues tochampion a simple mortgage product withconsistently one of the lowest standard variablerates available in the UK.

Stafford Railway Building Society has just oneresidential mortgage product for purchases, capitalraising and remortgages (from 3.49% standardvariable rate, overall cost for comparison 3.60%APR*) but it has no arrangement fees, earlyrepayment charges or tie-in periods – and you’re freeto make overpayments at any time without worryingabout any additional charges.

Society Chief Executive, Susan Whiting, explains:“Many people are enticed by the fixed rate productand their apparent discounts - which do seemgenerous on the face of it - but are often left worseoff and stuck with a deal that just isn’t right for them.With a highly competitive standard variable rate likeours there are no hidden extras and if you stay with itover a number of years it can be much morebeneficial.

Society Mortgages Manager, Adrian Phipps, adds:“With thousands of different mortgages to choose

from, it’s no wonder that many homebuyers find theprocess complex and confusing. That’s why we offerjust one simple and adaptable product that allowsyou to control your mortgage for its lifetime. There iseven a guarantor option which enables your familyor friends to help if you do not have a large enoughdeposit.

“As a mutual we pride ourselves on very highlevels of customer service and in most cases you willreceive an initial decision the very same day and amortgage offer within 21 days.”

Stafford Railway Building Society also offers justone simple and straightforward buy-to-let mortgage(from 4.50% standard variable rate with a maximumLoan to Value (LTV) of 75%) but again with nounnecessary fees, tie-in periods or complex productfeatures.

Tel: 0845 456 1001 (all calls at local rate) or visithttp://www.srbs.co.uk/ for details. Mortgages areavailable on properties throughout England andWales, but your home may be repossessed if you donot keep up payments.*APRs vary with individual circumstances. If you request a writtenillustration it will include a personalised APR

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Berkswich FC (BFC) is an FA Charter StandardClub, and supports local community juniorfootball Club for u6s to u18s, the club is based atWalton High School in Stafford. The 2014/2015season sees the club grow to 13 teams with 3playing 5v5, 2 playing 7v7 Mini Soccer at Centresaround Stafford, 1 playing 9v9 Soccer at Waltonand 7 playing 11v11.

Berkswich Under 13s are managed by AdrianMarsden and are coached by Andy Jones, Theteam plays on a 11- aside football on a Sundayafternoon in the Mid-Staffs Junior League,Premier Division.

The majority of the team joined as under 7s backin 2008 and have stayed with the team ever since,the team has achieved notable success both onand off the field and has celebrated 2 leaguechampionships and appeared in 3 cup finalssince they started playing competitive football in2010.

Off the field the boys have enjoyed numerousevents including the Stafford Fun Run (Twice)ten-pin bowling and this year we took part in anend of season tour to Minehead in Somerset. 43of us (including parents and brothers & sisters)enjoyed the Mayday bank holiday playing in atournament against five other teams from acrossEngland, we won four of our games and lost onefinishing second in the tournament. The highlight

for the boys (and their parents) was to have theirtrophies presented to them by former Liverpooland England player John Barnes at an officialpresentation evening.

The under 13s has 15 players registered for theseason 2014-15 and although this is the boys firstreal taste of 11 aside football we all look forwardwith a fair deal of optimism for more success.

More off-field events are planned for 2014-15including the Stafford Fun Run and potentially anoverseas tour being planned for May 2015

The team is currently without a sponsor, so anysupport that can be offered will gratefullyreceived.

If you would like to no more about BFC as a clubor specifically the Under 13s please contactAdrian Marsden on 07889 594749 or via [email protected]

BeRKSWich FootBaLL cLUB

AN EVENING WITH WOLVESAND ENGLAND LEGEND

STEVE BULLPlus special guest comedian

Plus Games and Sports Auction

THURSDAY 4TH September 2014at Stafford White Eagle Club,

Riverway Stafford. Doors open 7pm.

Tickets £25 (All proceeds to theDonna Louise Childrens Hospice Trust)Ticket price includes Fish & Chip Supper

For further details please contact AdrianMarsden on 07889 594749

or email [email protected]://www.justgiving.com/lejog2015

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7September 2014

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13th and 14th September

Number One Eventsare delighted toannounce that theBBC will be returningto the StaffordShowground to filmsome more BargainHunt programmes attheir Antiques andCollectors Fair onSaturday and Sunday,13 and 14 September.

“We are thrilled that the BBC have asked ifthey can come back to the PrestwoodCentre to carry out some more filming”, saidFair organiser Mike Justice. “This will be thethird time that we have hosted TimWonnacott with his teams of bargain

hunters and experts, which reflects veryfavourably on our standholders and thehuge range of items on display, ranging fromtop quality antiques right through to moremodest collectables and ephemera to suiteveryone’s pocket. It is the sheer varietyand quantity of antiques and collectablesavailable that the BBC find such anattraction.”

With experts Thomas Plant and ChristinaTrevanion joining Tim on this occasion, thereis no doubt that filming over the two dayswill provide extra enjoyment at the Fair, withmembers of public able to see if they canspot themselves on television when theprogrammes are aired in approximatelythree to six months’ time.

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RaaS LeeLa - the neW Fine dining indianReStaURant noW oPen in StaFFoRd

Raas Leela is the newest Indian restaurant toopen in Stafford. Situated in the picturesquesetting of St. Mary’s Mews, the restaurant nowfinally opens its doors and welcomes you toenjoy an authentic taste of India.

At Raas Leela, the food is neither fusion norcontemporary, the staff simply strive to achievethe perfect “home like” taste, using classicalrecipes & cooking methods. Raas Leela’s taledates back to 20 years ago, when their awardwinning chef & business partner, Ravi Rao &Tarun Chadha passed out of the Institute ofHotel Management in India.

Over the years, they have both trained andworked with the masters of Indian cuisinefor more than a decade. While Chef Ravi hasworked with Michelin star restaurants in theU.K. and later in Dubai, Chef Tarun has worked

with various reputed restaurants, includingtravelling around the world with HollywoodFilm catering as an Indian speciality chef.

The menu boasts a selection of authenticdishes including traditional curries, tandooridishes, Pulao, Kulchas and much more! MrsShivani Chadha, the restaurant manager andpartner has worked with the finest restaurantsin India. Collectively they promise a divinecelebration of food, cooked with love.

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If you are organising an event for family, friendsor colleagues and looking for wonderful food inbeautiful surroundings, Raas Leela is theperfect venue. Whether it’s a birthday party ora wedding, the Raas Leela events team willmake sure that you have a day to remember.For more information or to book a privatefunction contact 01785 252733.

Raas Leela is open Monday - Saturday frommidday serving lunch and dinner.

Throughout September you have the chanceto claim a FREE bottle of wine when diningbetween Monday - Thursday. This promotion

entitles you to one bottle of wine per table onlyon production of the advert below.

Why not make a reservation today andexperience a true taste of India at RaasLeela. To make a booking call 01785 252733.

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FREE BOTTLE OF WINEWith this advert. One bottle per table. Offer valid Mon-Thurs throughout September 2014.

Tel: 01785 252733 www.raasleela.co.ukSt. Mary's Mews, St. Mary's Place, Stafford, ST16 2AP

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Thankfully this year July and August have brought ussome good weather, with lots of dry sunny days. Wehave been extremely busy sprucing up gardens byreplacing fencing, weeding, cu?ng grass andtrimming hedges along with cleaning gu@ers, fascia'sand soffits.We are now ge?ng ready for the winterjobs like installing security lighDng for the darknights, clearing gardens of leaves and debris andgeneral indoor maintenance.

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13September 2014

a Bit oF hiStoRy and LateSt neWSFRoM LocaL BReWeRy SLateR’S aLeS

For those that haven’t heard of Slater’s, it isa family run Brewery in Stafford on CommonRoad industrial estate.

Slater’s started brewing in 1995 in Eccleshallbehind the ‘George’ and in 2007 decidedto move to Stafford, where they tripled inbrew house size to a 30 barrel plant, theyalso gained an additional 9,000 sq foot towork in!

The beers have gone from strength tostrength winning many awards along theway.

In the early days only 3 beers were brewedeach year. Now, Slater’s brew 6permanent beers and then additionalseasonal beers to compliment the range,plus a couple of other ones for specialoccasions, the next seasonal due out inOctober is ‘Smoked porter’ –and the currentseasonal is ‘Refresher’.

Slater’s ran their first ever ‘open’ Brewerytour last month, that means, anyone cancome and have a look round the Breweryand sample their beers...they are doing thisevery first Friday of the month, with the next

being on the 5th September.

Andrew Slater M.D says ‘’we love toshowcase our beers, brewery and to keepeveryone up to date with our progress, thenight is an enjoyable social occasion. Wehave just replaced our cooling system in thecold room and will be proud to showeveryone on the 5th, for those who canstand the temperature in there for anyperiod of time anyway!!’’

To come along for a brewery tour please callHazel on 01785 257976 and she will bookyou onto the evening and take any dietaryrequirements - we normally have a fish andchip supper with some beers after the tour.Cost £10 a head. – Hope to see you there.

Family OwnedAwardWinning Brewery

Make your summer special with our range of beers:

BOTTLED BEER500ml bottles of Top Totty, Queen Bee, Premium and Haka

available individually and in cases of 8.GIFT PACKS

4 bottles of beer in a branded presentation box.BEER IN A BOX

18 and 36 pint boxes available, filled to order.MINI KEGS

5 litres of your favourite ale!BARRELS

72 pints in each.

Tel: 01785 257976Slater’s Ales, St Alban’s Road, CommonRoad Industrial Estate, Stafford, ST16 3DR.Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm,Saturday 9am - 12pm.

Brewery Tour EventFRIDAY 5th SEPTEMBER

£10 entry. Beer tastings, brewery tour & food!Brewery open at 7:30pm for tour to start at 8pm.

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LocaL StaFFoRd aUthoR JeSSica coLeManLocal writerJessica GraceColeman was bornin Stafford andraised in thenearby village ofLittle Haywood, aplace which hasnow beenremodelled intoBeth Powers’

home village in Jessica’s ‘Little Forest’ series ofparanormal mystery novels.

The Former World is the first book in the series. Itfollows twenty-one year old Beth Powers as shestruggles to uncover the truth about the death ofa colleague, whose body is found early onemorning in the beautiful Great Specton Woods.This apparently accidental death sets off the smallcommunity’s well-oiled rumour mill, and Bethsoon finds herself in the middle of a bizarre villageconspiracy. Potential suspects start appearing inall shapes and sizes, and with the police refusingto consider murder, Beth takes it upon herself toinvestigate.

The Former World is reminiscent of a goodold-fashioned English mystery, updated to thetwenty-first Century but still relying on the quaintlocations of the beautiful English countryside:close-knit villages, local pubs, ancient castles,large, looming forests and magnificent Statelyhomes.

Inspired by Stafford’s rich – and slightly sinister –history, Jessica started adding elements from thearea into her books, from places (such asShugborough Hall, which inspired ChillingsleyHall, Stafford Castle, which influenced the areaaround Little Forest Castle, and Cannock Chase,which pops up as the Great Specton Woods) tostories (the series explores similar tales to those

of the dark life story of William Palmer and the‘haunted’ locations which are linked to him).Jessica has so far released four novels in theLittle Forest series: The Former World, MementoMori, The Exalted and Carnival Masquerade, andshe is soon to release the fifth, The Gloaming. Shehas also released a collection of short storiesentitled Grown By The Wicked Moon and isplanning more collections and novels for releasein 2015.

A fan of all kinds of writing, Jessica has recentlybecome a freelance editor and ghostwriter,working on a wide range of projects fromproofreading and editing novels to helping clientsget their life stories down on paper.

For more information on Jessica and her books,please visit her official website atwww.jessicagracecoleman.com, and you canfind out more about her ghostwriting and editingservices at www.colemanediting.co.uk.

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Fitness means to be able and means differentthings to different people.

With some people it might mean to be able to runa mile/marathon or to someone else recoveringfrom injury. To someone else it could just be ableto climb a set of stairs. The list and variety goeson.

Here are some tips to encourage you in yourfitness goals.

1. Set yourself goals of what you want to achieve.For some people this mean be able to walk to theend of the street, run a mile etc. Whatever yourgoal is, make sure it is realistic and achievable.

2. Once you’ve decided on your goal, you needa plan on how to achieve it. Think about thesethings.

• How many times per week you can train.However don’t go mad here. Be sensible andrealistic otherwise you may not achieve yourgoal. Vary each session.• Once you’ve decided how often you are goingto train, decide what you are going do in thesessions.• Have a plan for each session. Ensure you havevariety.• Ensure your plan is progressive and that youcan measure it. For example, Press upsYour goal is to do 1 set of 10 full press ups.Week 1 & 2 - 10 box press ups.

Week 3 & 4 - 2 full press ups, 8 box press ups.Over the following weeks you increase thenumber of full press up until you achieve 10 pressups.• Change your routines about every 6 to 8weeks. The body and mind get used to doing thesame thing. These need to be stimulated. This iswhere many people fail because the routines arenot changed and therefore give up.

4. Be prepared to adjust your goals. This is fine.

5. Warm up. This prepares the body and mind forexercise. By warming up it increases thetemperature of your body and warms themuscles. Walk, bike, cross trainer or gentle jog toincrease your temperature and some mobilisationexercises.

6. Cool down/stretch off.Why should you cool down and stretch at the endof training session or game?One of the most important functions of thepost-exercise cool down is to prevent dizziness.Strenuous exercise causes the blood vessels inyour legs to expand, bringing more blood into thelegs and feet. When you stop exercising suddenlywithout taking time to cool down, your heart rateslows abruptly and that blood can pool in yourlower body, causing dizziness and even fainting.Slowly bring your heart down, gentle jog or evena walk. Stretch out the main areas slowly. Startat the top and body and work down. Hold eachstretch for about 12 to 15 seconds.

For AMG Fitness call 07752 276471 or [email protected]

AMG FITNESS TIPS

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17September 2014

PENKRIDGEFENCING& PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Specialists in erecting all typesof domestic fencing and gates.

CALL RICK FOR A QUOTATION

T: 01785 712364M: 07717 501 772

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©BritishHeart Foundation2014, registeredcharity in EnglandandWales (225971) and inScotland (SC039426).

Yourunwanted furnitureandelectricals canhelpusfightbackagainstheart disease.Wecollect all sortsof items:

• Sofas, beds, tables, chairs• TVs, Hi-Fi’s• Washing machines, fridges• Small electrical items• Games consoles, docking stations

Call01785891 492*or bookonline at bhf.org.uk/collection

DONATEYOURFURNITUREANDELECTRICALSandwe’ll pickupyour items forFREE

Pleasedon’t be disappointed ifweare unable toaccept items for reasons of safety or quality

Stafford British Heart Foundation (BHF) Furniture &Electrical store is urgently appealing to local residentsto have a clear out and donate any unwanted householdgoods such as sofas, beds, dining tables, wardrobes andTVs. 100% of the profits raised from donations will gointo the fight against heart disease and fund the BHF’slife-saving research.

Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killerand last year BHF shops raised over £31 million in thefight for every heartbeat. Donations, which are vital to thecharity, are desperately needed so that BHF researcherscan continue their relentless search for breakthroughs tobeat heart disease.

Julie Currie, BHF Area Manager, says: “We absolutelyrely on the support of the Stafford local community tokeep us running and without their vital donations, we risk

reducing funding for vital research into heart disease.

“If each household were willing to spend just half an hourhaving a clear out and donating to their local BHFFurniture & Electrical store, they would be helping tosave lives, it really is as simple as that. Please join thefight for every heartbeat and donate your unwantedhousehold items to your local BHF store today.”

The Stafford BHF Furniture& Electrical store is locatedat 12 Princes Street,Stafford, ST16 2BN.To book a free collectionfor your unwanted thingsplease call 01785 891 492or visit bhf.org.uk/free.

BhF StaFFoRd FURnitURe & eLectRicaLStoRe URgeS LocaL ReSidentS FoR

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19September 2014

MERE PARKGARDEN CENTRE & RESTAURANT

OUTDOOR STORELEISURE & CAMPING

tel: 01952 812795Opening Times

Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm Sun 10:30am-4pmOpening Times

Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm Sun 10:30am-4:30pm tel: 01952 813500

Stafford Road, Newport,

Shropshire, TF10 9BY

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Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm and Sunday 10:30-4:30pm

Our Garden Centre carries 1000’s of ranges - there is sure to be something

for every occasion.

Garden Centre Restaurant opens 7 days a week, offering main meals and

hot and cold snacks throughout the day.

FREE RETURNBUS SERVICE

MON-FRI9:30am-3:30pm

Between Newportinterchange and

Mere Park.

the MaSe gRoUPMonthly alzheimer’sSupport evening

The MASE is an opportunity for people withAlzheimer’s/ Dementia, their carers, families and

friends to meet and socialise with others in a similarsituation.

New MASE Drop in 1:30pm - 3pm atSt Luke Church Hall, Cannock (WS11 1DE)

1st Monday afternoon of the month

Great Wyrley - Old Wyrley Hall (WS15 2EH)1st Monday of the month from 7pm - 9pm

Haughton Village Hall (ST18 9EZ)2nd Thursday of the month 7pm - 9pm

Rugeley - St Joseph’s Church Hall (WS15 2EH)3rd Wednesday of the month 7pm - 9pm

The evenings are free of charge, and include a raffle,drinks, buffet and musical entertainment.

Registered Charity No: 1137193.For more information please contact Daphne on(01785) 211140 or Elaine on (01785) 823110.

www.themasegroup.com

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

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The traditional StoneHouse Hotel situatedadjacent to the A34,between Stafford andthe outskirts of Stonetown centre offers allof our guests traditional

features with a modern approach. The hotel canaccommodate Weddings, Meetings, Conferences, Events,dining and of course comfortable relaxed accommodationenabling us to support whatever event you may beconsidering.

Dining focuses strongly at the Stone House Hotel and ourlocal and travelling guests have become accustomed to alarge range of menu options available any day of the weekcarefully created by our team of chefs and overseen by ourAA Rosette awarded Head Chef, Kevin.

The elegantly restored Stone House Hotel was originallya large traditional country house, complete with tranquilgardens and terraces. Today, with 50 en suite bedroomsand a fully equipped gymnasium, heated indoor swimmingpool and sauna, the hotel is ideal for both the business andleisure traveller.

With regular special offers and live events available atwww.bespokehotels.com/stonehousehotel or if you’dprefer a copy of the Calendar of Events, this can be pickedup from our reception. Why not call in and see for yourselfwhat the Stone House Hotel can offer you.

Civil Ceremonies, Weddings and PartnershipsTraditional yet moderninfluences make theStone House Hotel theideal venue for yourspecial day. At the StoneHouse Hotel, we areable to offer you a host

of tailor made packages, which will enable you to trulyexperience the day of your dreams.

The intimacy of the Stable Suite or Garden Room, lendthemselves beautifully to hold civil ceremonies andpartnerships for up to 60, whilst the Princes suite will belaid up exactly how you want it for your celebrations afteryour ceremony and able to hold up to 150 guests.Our passion is providing you with attention to detail,

beautiful dishes and advice through the exciting timeleading up to your wedding day. Our dedicated team will beavailable to offer advice and support from day one!

From enjoying reception drinks and canapés on thepicturesque lawn, to your wedding breakfast andevening buffet, our team of Chef’s will be delighted topresent menu’s to assist you in planning your menu for youand your guests.

Complimentary overnight accommodation is offered for thebride & groom. We offer friends and family wishing to stayat the Stone House Hotel special bedroom rates enablingthe celebrations to continue well into the evening!

As the celebrations wind down, you can head up to yourdedicated bridal suite, from where you can enjoy aChampagne breakfast the morning after the big day. Or,the Hotel can arrange a private breakfast room for you andyour guests to reminisce about your wedding day. As youhead off on honeymoon, the staff are happy to arrangetransport to the airport.

The Garden Restaurant at the Stone House HotelDining should be traditional dishes presented in relaxedinformal surrounds complimented by a great selection ofwines both new and old world.

At The Garden Restaurant we are proud to be able tooffer just this. Our AA Rosette Chef provides animaginative, creative and varied menu, which caters for allpalates. Sunday lunch is a must, with a selection ofdelicious roasts, accompanied by beautiful seasonalvegetables, a real family occasion.

Afternoon TeaServing a choice of traditional Afternoon Tea or acelebration Afternoon Tea for those who are looking forsomething extra special. Afternoon Tea is served in theGarden Restaurant, lounge, or gardens, where visitors canmake the most of the summer days.

With a selection of teas,cakes, sandwiches andflavoursome sconescomplimented by irresistibleclotted cream and preserve,what better way to enjoy anafternoon with friends or

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Girls from Brocton Brownies took part in a hugecamp at Beaudesert Park as part of an extra-special under-canvas adventure to mark 100years of Brownies.

Brocton Brownies, all aged seven to 10, joinedmore than 270 other girls from 1st to 5th Augustto celebrate The Big Brownie Birthday withCosmic – a massive girl-only camp packed fullof adventurous activities, birthday fun and thechance to meet new friends.

The chance to spend four consecutive nightsunder canvas at a large-scale event was aonce-in-a-lifetime experience, and - for manygirls- the first time they had stayed away fromhome.

The girls enjoyed a range of exciting, adrenaline-

fuelled activities, including climbing, slipperypole, giant slide and campfire cooking.

The activities were drawn from the BrownieAdventure programme, which builds girls’confidence and self-esteem, encourages them tobecome active citizens and learn about the widerworld and gives them a space to have fun and bethemselves with other girls.

2014 has seen Girlguiding members from all overthe UK take part in sleepovers, camps andholidays in unexpected places to celebrate the100th birthday of Brownies.

Hannah from Brocton Brownies said: ‘The campwas awesome’ and Izzie said: ‘My favouriteactivity was the slippery pole – I got soaked whenI fell in!’

Leader Sally added: “We all had a great time, theBrownies made new friends and had great funtaking part in exciting activities”

For more information about The Big BrownieBirthday and how to join Girlguiding – theleading charity for girls and young women in theUK – go to www.girlguiding.org.uk

StaFFoRd giRLS ceLeBRate BRoWnieS’100th BiRthday With hUge action-PacKed caMP at BeaUdeSeRt PaRK

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rising brookwritersevery monday(except bank holidays). 1:30pm-3:30pm atrising brook Library, stafford. Free. For thosewho love to write and inspire others to do so.a weekly, online bulletin and other publicationsare produced. For more details seewwwww.risingbrookwriters.org.uk

haughtonwomen’s instituteFirst monday oF every month7:30pm at haughton village hall. we havespeakers on a variety of topics, followed by tea/coffees and cakes. visitors are very welcome.For more information call 07850 254855.

LittLe stars stay & pLayevery tuesday2pm-3pm at holmcroft north end CommunityCentre. Lots of stories, ryhmes & singingactivites. after seeing your health visitor whynot stay and join in the fun. Clinic starts at1.30pm.

staFFord townwi1st tuesday oF the month1:45pm at evangelical Church, Church Lane,stafford. we are a very friendly group, withinteresting speakers and share enjoyable andsociable afternoons, so come and join us. Formore information please phone barbarawilliams 01785 749745.

yoga CLassesevery tuesday6:30pm-8pm at arthur Findley Centre (96astone rad, stafford). For more informationcontact brian horne on 07891191481 or onfacebooke, www.facebook.com/tantraflowyoga

peter paL’s toddLer groupevery tuesday and thursdaytuesdays, 10am-12pm andthursdays 1pm-3pmat stafford sports College, rising brook. Formore info call 01785 240641.

bowLs CLubevery wednesday7:30pm to 10pm at actontrussell, bednall andteddesley hay Community Centre.

aCton art soCietyevery wednesday1:30pm to 3:30pm at acton trussell, bednallandteddesley hay Community Centre 01785714469 or 01889 586289. Learn how to drawand paint – just come along. some materials canbe supplied.

women’s instituteevery 3rd thursday oF the month7:45pm to 10pm at acton trussell, bednalland teddesley hay Community Centre 01785712676. Come along and join in.

broCton toddLersevery wednesday10am-11.30am at broctonvillage hall.A chance for the ‘under fives’ and their carersto meet for friendship, toys, snacks and songs.no need to book, just turn up. £2.50pp - extrachildren 50p each. For more info email:[email protected]

berkswiChwi1st wednesday oF the month7.15.p.m at thevillage hall,walton on the hill.interesting speakers & activities.a thriving craftgroup who meet fortnightly. why not comealong to one of our meetings and see if it is foryou.visitors will be made very welcome.please ring secretary shirley benn on 01785603646 for 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 & always welcome newpeople. Classes are run throughout Julyhowever are not on during august. Comealong! For further information call 01785661076.

snaCk & Chatevery Friday10am-11.30am at holmcroft north endCommunity Centre, stafford. mums, dads,nans, grandads and carers welcome! Comealong & play, there is always an exciting range ofactivities for children 0-7 years. Freerefreshments.

piLates & yoga CLasses with meLevery thursday & Fridaythursdays, 10am-11am at walton village hall(pilates Class) and Fridays, 6pm-7pm atberkswich parish hall. Combined yoga andPilates to improve core stability, flexibility andrelieve aches/pains.a workout for the mind &body that incorporates relaxation andmeditation techniques. For more info contactmel: 07968 755609 please bring your own mat.£4.00 per class. 16 & under £2.00.

sLaters aLes brewery tour event5th septemberopens at 7:30pm for an 8pm start. beertastings, brewery tour & food! £10 entry.Formore information call 01785 257976.

baby massage Coursetuesday 2nd septemberat Faraday road Children’s Centre 10:00am for5 weeks. For further information please visitwww.lovinghands.co.uk or ring karen on07814 599 216

number one events antiques &CoLLeCtors Fair13th & 14th september10am-5pm daily at stafford showground. upto 300 stalls over 3 halls offering furniture, art,silver, glass, porcelain, jewellery, toys, books,retro and modern collectables. Free parking,catering facilities, disabled friendly, dogswelcome. £3 adults, free for children (under 14years). First day 8:30am-10am, £4. For furtherdetails see www.numberoneevents.com

bowmans antiques Fair

26th/27th/28th septemberat bingley hall, stafford County showground(st18 0bd).open from 10am-5pm daily. up to400 stands offering a wide selection of antiques,art, collectables, curios, vintage and retro.£5 adults, £3 concessions. early trade Friday,£7/person.

stone Food & drink FestivaL3rd/4th/5th oCtoberFor details on the event seewww.stonefooddrink.org.uk

sounds oF the seventies10th oCtoberat Casa, stafford.stafford based katharine house hospicesupport group are holding their fundraiserdisco. enjoy the sounds of the seventies for just£7.50 a ticket including a bbq.to book a ticketor for more details call Nick Oldfield on 07976342530,richard davis on 07740 594036 or philChallinor on 07908 617946.

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It is that time of year againwhen the Stafford SupportGroup raise money througha disco. This year we havebeen supported by the well

known town centre club CASA. The event willtake place in their private first floor function roomwhich they have kindly allowed us to use. Thisyear we have moved forward from the 60’s andareconcentrating on 70’s music together withmotown classics to cater for all tastes. CASA isan ideal purpose built venue and, being the 25thanniversary of the hospice, it will add that touchof magic to our already popular event.

For a ticket price of only £7.50 you will get a greatnight out, barbecue food some great music from

the best decade ever and sweet soul music fromthe greatest label in the world.

Thanks to the kindness of Nick Wilkes from CASAall the proceeds will go to Katherine House. Therewill be nowt taken out.

Tickets can be ordered through the support groupmembers but the room is limited for numbers soentry will be by ticket only.

There is of course plenty of parking in the townafter 6pm.

To book tickets or for further details contact NickOldfield on 07976 342530, Richard Davis on07740 594036 or Phil Challinor on 0790 8617946.

StaFFoRd SUPPoRt gRoUP“PUtting the FUn in FUndRaiSing”Sounds of the Seventies - 10th october at casa, Stafford

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Five years ago, we were two overweightladies in our mid-sixties who were reluctantto exercise publicly. After seeing an advertfor Hydro Health, we decided that we wouldgive Aquafit a try. Neither of us wereswimmers and were a little apprehensive,however Dawn at Hydro Health assured usthat the ability to swim was not necessary.

From the moment we went into theblissfully warm 34°c water we were hooked.As you enter the water you cannot help butsay “aarh” as the warmth envelops you.

All exercises are done to music, carefullychosen for the beat and character to matchthe specific exercise. Being in water enablesyou to move in a way which is not possible onland. Joints and muscles can be exercisedwithout strain and no stiffness is felt over thefollowing days.

Another option available at Hydro Healthis WATSU (water shiatsu). My friends say“whatso?” I attend WATSU every other weekalong with weekly Aquafit sessions.During a one-to-one Watsu with Dawn, sheslowly, carefully and gently manoeuvres andmassages your limbs and body. Veryquickly you feel relaxed. Sometimes I almostfall asleep!

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It’s now five years since we first started atAquafit and our lives are very different now.My friend has dementia but still enjoys andparticipates in the Aquafit exercises eventhough she sometimes adapts them to suither needs. I am also now a carer for myhusband who has Parkinson’s and early

dementia. It is vital, as a carer that I keep asfit as possible. As we get older some of ushave aches and pains which slow us downand limit our flexibility. I find Aquafit a greathelp in keeping me mobile. Also as a carer Ineed some “me” time. Caring for aParkinson’s sufferer is demanding bothphysically and emotionally. This is where Ihave found Watsu to be invaluable.Supported and floated in the warm water byDawn my advanced Watsu practitioner, in aquiet, calm atmosphere, transports me awayfrom my worries. I relax completely as shegently manipulates my body and limbs.

The feel good factor sets me up ready to facemy role as a carer again and the benefits lastfor days beyond the Watsu session.

Dawn Watts, proprietor of Hydro Health says“When the primary person is at their mosttuned and with optimal function, it isinevitable that the positive impact followsalong the human chain whether in theworkplace, or at home. This is a perfectexample”.

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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

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