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going since.
A further boost came recently from last month’s sell out
Comedy Night at the pub – where veteran comic Don Reid
entertained paying guests, to raise further funds.
Why these particular charities? The Breast Cancer one came
to the fore when a cycle team taking part in a fund raising ride
used the Tigers Head as a stopping point. Claire House came
about through links between Tigers’ Head customers and the
charity. It costs £6000 a day to keep Claire House going, so
this money is sorely needed.
Tracey thinks that the fund for this year will be closed off
now, and a further charity chosen for next year. This is likely
to be Ronald MacDonald House at Alder Hey Children’s
hospital. This house allows parents and children to stay
together while children undergo treatment. There may be a
second charity too – Tracey isn’t sure yet.
In the meantime, Tracey would like to extend her thanks for
The Tiger’s Head has been raising money during the last half
of 2012 for two charities, Breast Cancer Breakthrough
Awareness, and Claire House at Clatterbridge. The first is self
explanatory, the second is a children’s hospice.
The impressive total stands at £1040. Our picture shows Nick,
Tracey and John from the Tigers Head with the now famous
change bucket, which has helped them raise this cash.
Since the Jubilee in summer, customers’ small change has
been collected in this bucket. Tracey had the idea to start this
during the Jubilee fireworks event, and the idea has kept
Tiger’s Charity Fund Passes The
£1000 Mark
News Inside
End of An Era ......................................at school
Leader in her field .............................................
Scouts Honoured ..............................................
February Deadline...................................12 Jan
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the generosity of her customers, who have helped the pub
achieve this great result.
Jon
Say Hello, Wave Goodbye As 2012 draws ever closer to an end and we look forward to
the New Year, it seems a particularly fitting time for Norley
School to be announcing the departure of its Head Teacher
Mrs Ann Griffiths as she moves to take up a new post at
Sutton Green school in Ellesmere Port, and to also announce
the appointment of our Acting Head Mrs Helen Kelly.
Ann became the Head at Norley School in September 2006,
following a crippling Local Authority strategy entitled
“Transforming Learning Communities” (ironically forever
since known as TLC, as it was anything but a strategy of
Tender Loving Care!) which , despite winning the battle
campaign to “save our school” , had left the village
community confidence reeling with worry about its long term
future. A front page article in the December 09/January 10
edition of Norley News featured Ann and gave the village a
valuable insight into her background and ambition to rebuild
this confidence.
With a valuable background in Marketing, and what the
previous article described as “the desire to have a positive
impact on other’s lives”, Ann has been a prominent face and a
consistent link to the community since her arrival at Norley
School. I know that she felt honoured to have been asked to
feature in important calendar events such as presenting
awards at the Village Garden Show and switching on the
Christmas Lights at the Tigers Head. And so , in saying a
fond farewell to Ann, the wider community , not just that of
the school, will be a saying a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for
putting Norley School firmly back on the map – we even have
a road sign on the corner of Hough Lane/Fingerpost Lane to
prove it thanks to her ! Our year on year rise in pupil numbers
means that Ann leaves the school almost at full capacity, to
the point where we were oversubscribed in September 2010
and again in September 2012*.
Ann will be the first to admit, that she has always had a
fabulous team of staff and supportive governors behind her
at Norley School whose passionate belief in the ‘whole
package’ of benefits that a village church school education
brings, professional expertise and pure love of teaching has
produced outstanding results over the most recent years .
Ann is confident that the school will continue to go from
strength to strength as she leaves behind a team that is
stronger than ever and a Governing Body with an
unwavering focus on the Leadership of the school.
And so to introduce Helen Kelly .To those of you who may
not have had the privilege of meeting her yet, Helen came
to Norley School in September 2007 and has quickly
established herself as a team leader in teaching and learning
who’s Faith, love of children and commitment to the overall
ethos of our village school is her driving force in achieving
excellence. I know that I am not alone in recognising just
Congratulations to both Helen Kelly & Ann Griffiths in their new roles
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A Thank You Celebration for Mrs Griffiths
As you aware by now, Mrs Griffiths will be leaving Norley School at the end of
the autumn term, after being our headteacher for six years.
We will be holding a farewell coffee afternoon on Wednesday 19th December,
at 2.00pm. All past pupils, parents, governors and friends of the school are
invited to join us for this event.
We would like to mark this occasion by presenting Mrs Griffiths with a gift, to
show our appreciation of her contribution to the success of Norley
School and to convey our best wishes for her future in her new post.
If you would like to make a contribution towards the purchasing of a gift, please send it into school, addressed to Mrs Tomlinson, by Friday 14th December.
how good she is at what she does and what an asset she is to
the school. Since being appointed as the Year 5/6 class
teacher in 2007, her efforts have produced some astounding
academic results. This year’s KS2 SATS results (which are
included in the new School Prospectus and can be accessed
via the school website) rank amongst the school’s best ever
performance figures. Level 6 is equal to attainment
expectation in year 7/8 at high school! The Governing Body
is therefore delighted that Helen has accepted the
appointment of Acting Head Teacher and will be taking the
school forward from January.
So, that’s the breaking news from Norley School. 2013 looks
set be another exciting year in a changing landscape. The
children are enjoying the new classroom created this year to
accommodate their increasing numbers, and the Governing
Body will be working closely with Helen Kelly to progress
some exciting new ambitious projects to extend the building
and create a fabulous new outdoor education and play space
for the children to learn and enjoy. On a very final note
therefore, whilst many of you will be no doubt enjoying the
celebrations of the festive season at a Christmas or New Year
party and will be dancing the night away “Gangnam Style, I
hope that there are many amongst you, perhaps 60’s ‘Baby
Boomers’ like me, who will be full of nostalgia and will be
singing along to the 1982 Soft Cell classic “Say Hello Wave
Goodbye”! .....
Joy Rutherford—Chair of Governors
*Important Note: The deadline date for applying for a
Reception Class place at the school for September 2013 is
15th
January 2013. The Reception Class cohorts in recent
years has included a high proportion of siblings, but as this
will not be so for 2013 there is an excellent opportunity for
applicants to be successful in achieving a place who only
meet our lower Admissions Policy criteria. If you have friends
or family outside of the village therefore please let them know
so that they don’t miss this opportunity. As 2014 looks set to
be a ‘bumper year’ for siblings it would also be best to
register your early interest directly with the school bursar
Kath Tomlinson as this will enable governors to review the
school Published Admission Numbers accordingly to avoid
disappointment.
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Norley
CE Primary
School
December News Dear Readers,
This will be my last edition for the Norley News. I would
like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has
made me feel so welcome over the past seven years. Norley
has a wonderful community spirit!.
The school appreciates the support it receives from the local
community, and I feel fortunate to have been the
Headteacher of such a lovely school, and I will take many
happy memories with me.
Wishing you all peaceful and happy Christmas
Mrs Ann Griffiths HT.
Spooky Disco
The spooky disco on the 31st of October was scary. There
were Witches, Vampires, Zombies, Skeletons and
werewolves. The costumes were different and all
terrifying.
When you first came through the door you got a spooky
goody bag filled with sweets, chocolate and a drink and
much more horrifying stuff. In class 4 there was frightening
art and crafts area where children could do their own
spooky art work.
In the hall there was a spooky disco where you got to
choose your own horrifying song. Everybody got on the
dance floor and showed off their dance moves.
We would like to say a big thank you to the PTFA for
putting this spooky disco together.
Dan and Sandy
This event was to raise
money for Children in Need
on Fr iday the 16 th
November. All the children
came to school in their
pyjamas and gave a donation.
Our school sold wrist bands
for £1.00. Altogether, we
raised an amazing £160 for
Children in Need.
This was an activity everyone over England took part in.
There have been many donations by very thoughtful people.
We thank the school council for organizing this event.
Ryan and Baden
Local (Knowledge) Hero!
Norley resident Professor Sue Wray has been voted
Liverpool Echo Knowledge Hero, as part of the first
Liverpool Knowledge Festival. Better known in Norley as
Sue Eisner, she moved here in 1999 with her daughter and
two sons. The two boys, Tom and Mark, attended Norley
School and with their sister, Emily, also Helsby School.
The Festival was jointly organized by a group of leading
scientific, academic and medical organisations in Liverpool,
alongside Liverpool Vision and DHA Communications.
Echo readers were asked to vote for the man or woman who
had done the most through their knowledge to make the
world a better place.
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Sue is an internationally recognized expert in the science of
how the womb works. She is the director of the Centre for
Better Births, a project led by Liverpool University (where
she works) and Liverpool Women’s Hospital.
Competition for the honour was fierce – with competitors
from areas of science and knowledge as diverse as the
genome sequencing of wheat, and sport science.
She was thrilled to receive the award – firstly because she
believed it would give a big boost to her team in their work
to make childbirth safe – but also because she was the only
woman on the short list.
Jon W
Eggheads The popular Norley Christmas Quiz is in circulation once
again. For as little as £3.00 you have 250 fun questions to
answer until the final date of 5th January 2013 - just leave
them lying about the house for family and Christmas guests
to pick up and dip in or challenge yourself to completing it
independently.
The first prize is £150 voucher for handmade garden
furniture and there are 3 runner up prizes. Funds raised will
contribute to the Norley village facilities, including the
Village Hall and playground, both worthy causes I'm sure
you'll agree.
Available from the Stores or Hilary Wilson - 01928 788014
Many thanks,
Hilary
Royal Honour for Norley’s
Scouts Mersey Weaver Scout District (of which 1st Norley Scouts is
a part) has been awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee
Award for Voluntary Service by Groups in the Community.
The Royal citation honours all the Scout leaders in the
District, and includes the 13 leaders at 1st Norley.
The citation is for “outstanding voluntary work in the
community” in helping young people achieve personal
skills through events and activities.
Our picture shows Group Scout Leader Bruce Lane and
some of the 13 leaders with the citation. The recipients
include;
Ann Crawford, Alison Ford, Mark Relf, Richard Schofield,
Simon Schofield, Bruce Lane, Lisa Holland, Graham
Newton, Mary Dimelow, Colette Bennion, Victoria Rigby,
Ross Heaton, and Jack Bennion.
Congratulations to all involved, from the Norley News!
Jon
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event, let John Davidson or Martin Bell know and we will
arrange this.
Season’s Greetings A Very Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to
Everyone in Norley and Beyond
I could never manage individual cards or letters to all the
lovely people I know in the three villages N, C & K. Thanks
to the people who keep the Norley News going month on
month. We are catching up, I got Hopeman's Monthly Village
Entertainment Guide yesterday called 'Nae Excuse'!
As I sit writing this I am looking out on a beautiful sunny
morning but I know that there is a cold wind as the dog,
Amber, and I have had our coastal path walk already. We had
a lovely mild, sunny day recently as the south of England had
snow. That 'cold and wet' place that I was moving to was not
what it has turned out to be. In fact the farmers were
concerned about the barley harvest as it was so dry. All went
well, but if there's a shortage of whisky you'll know why!
The year of my residence in Hopeman has passed all too
quickly. I have met so many people in this and the villages
either side, they remember my name but I cannot remember
theirs (old age!).
It has not been a very easy year at times as my health has not
been as good as when I arrived. I have not managed to
explore the area as much as I would wish. I was taken for a
drive on Sunday and the autumn colours were fantastic, so
vibrant. As good as New England!
It is good to keep the contact with old friends and lovely to
have the visitors who braved the long journey to the north of
Scotland.
Best wishes to everyone,
Sylvia Clarke
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Neighbourhood Plan Update We are working towards completing the first part of
producing a Neighbourhood Plan which is to describe all
aspects of Norley as it is now. (‘The Baseline Report’) This
is the first stage and it will, hopefully, be complete by mid
February, We are planning a “drop in” on Saturday
16th February from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. in the Village Hall, so
everyone will get a chance to have their say on the possible
issues facing Norley over the long term future. Come along
and have tea/coffee and cake with us, see what we're up to
and tell us what you think you'd like to happen in Norley.
PLEASE REMEMBER 16 FEBRUARY & COME TO
THE VILLAGE HALL!
It will be the best time to contribute to the Plan and
comment on it as it develops.
To prepare our report we still have some more data to
collect before mid February. We are just in the middle of
doing a survey of all the businesses which are located in
Norley to establish what views businesses have about
working here, and what changes they would like to see. We
need all businesses to answer the questionnaire they will be
receiving and send it back. Just in case we’ve missed
someone off the list, if you have a business in Norley could
you contact David on [email protected]
We are also doing a survey of all land in Norley, so as to
map the land use, so we know how much is agricultural,
commercial, recreational, for domestic use, etc. Also, as you
can see elsewhere in this edition of Norley news, we are
looking in detail at the natural environment, particularly
Biodiversity in Norley. Finally, we plan to visit some of the
many societies and clubs in the village to get their views on
the present and the future. If your club wants someone from
the Neighbourhood Plan Group to come to your meeting or
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Norley Parish Council
DRAFT Minutes
10/11/12 Norley Methodist Church 9.00am. 97. Apologies
Councillor Wild, and Councillor Crawford sent their
apologies.
98. Present
Councillor Davidson, Councillor Greenacre, Councillor Ford,
Councillor Duncalf, Councillor Greasley, Cheshire West &
Chester Councillor Oultram attended the meeting, along with
some 30 or so parishioners. Councillor Brewin and Councillor
Taylor attended the meeting at 9.20am.
99. Opening
The Chairman opened the meeting explaining that as agreed
at the last full Parish Council meeting held on 18/10/12, each
Parish Council member had taken a section of Cheshire West
and Chester Council’s Local Plan Preferred Policy Document,
to read/feedback to other members at a meeting to enable
them to discuss and draft the Parish Council’s comments to
this consultation.
This meeting had taken place on 06/11/12. He explained that
the purpose of today’s meeting was to formally agree that the
Parish Council’s response be submitted to Cheshire West and
Chester Council.
The Delamere Forest 41 Club Christmas float will be around the village on the
evening of Thursday 20th December, approx 7.15pm -
8.45pm. The float will be collecting for the following
charities:
St Luke's Hospice
Help for Heroes
with thanks,
John Leleu
Christmas in the Forest Delamere Forest is set to be transformed into a magical
winter wonderland again this Christmas, from Wednesday
28th November to Wednesday 19th December.
For the first time ever families can visit Santa and choose
their Christmas tree after school as the Christmas event will
be open to the public from 3pm Monday to Friday, and two
late night Fridays, 7th
and 14th
December until 8pm, as well as
throughout every weekend.
The Christmas event will be held at the Whitefield site,
featuring real Christmas tree sales, Santa’s Grotto, land train,
and a magical Victorian street fair offering hot food and a
licensed bar.
The Land train will run from 3pm daily, and throughout the
weekend, taking families on an enchanted trip through the
ancient woodlands.
Schools nurseries and pre-schools can book to see Santa in
his grotto during the week. For more information visit:
www.delamere-forest.co.uk
Christmas gift ideas at Delamere Forest
The Delamere Forest Discovery Pass makes an ideal
Christmas gift for friends and family. The annual pass
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Individual parishioners are encouraged to submit their
own comments to the consultation.
Why the Parish Council had changed its stance, since the
Parish Council meeting in July 2012, and now supported
mixed and cross subsidy development of affordable
housing?
The Parish Council responded that their stance had not
changed, explaining this consultation was not for just
Norley but the whole of Cheshire West and Chester
area. Also, at the July meeting, the Parish Council
agreed to defer the affordable housing project to the
Neighbourhood Plan. It did not agree to oppose
affordable housing in general. The issue of mixed and
cross subsidy developments was not discussed at the
July meeting.
Objection against parishioners not being given the
opportunity to oppose this response, having not had sight
of the Parish Council’s response prior to this meeting,
feeling that this response should be torn up and rewritten.
The Parish Council explained that every person had the
right to comment on Cheshire West and Chester’s
consultation, with the Parish Council’s response bearing
no more weight than any other individual, urging
parishioners to make their own response if they did not
agree with the Parish Council’s comments. Explaining
that it was impossible to consult with parishioners, over
every issue, reminding them of the democratic process.
That Parishioners had a clear understanding of the
democratic process, reminding Councillors that each
Parish Council Member had not needed to be voted on to
the Parish Council due to the number of candidates, and
that Parishioners would not make the same mistake at the
next election.
100. Parishioners Comments
Chairman asked whether there were any parishioners that
wished to comment, allowing those parishioners that wished,
to speak for 3 minutes each, the views of these parishioners
included:-
Whether the Parish Council’s role was to represent the
parishioners’ views, as this Parish Council’s response to
this consultation was not a fair representation of the views
of the village, particularly concerning rural exception
sites. That there were feelings that the Parish Council
were going off at a tangent, doing what they wanted
instead of listening to what the villagers wanted.
The Parish Council responded that the consultation response
provides its own collective view as a statutory consultee.
It is not possible to canvas the views of the whole village.
The Parish Council has no way of knowing whether the
village as a whole would agree or disagree with the views
expressed by the parishioners attending the meeting.
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Parish Council agreed that any parishioner could put
themselves forward as a candidate to join the Parish
Council at that time.
Question asked where the Parish Council got support from
with regard to changes to Green Belt.
The Parish Council explained that the only changes to Green
Belt that were expected involved Chester and not Norley.
Any development that had to take place should be on Brown
Field sites only.
Objection raised against some Parish Councillors’ views that
‘development will happen anyway’
Objection at PD12, particularly ‘the gentrification of villages’
and questioning which rural employers struggled to fill job
vacancies?
Fear that this response would have a detrimental impact in
Norley, possibly for the next 10-15 years.
Parish Council should support paragraph 440.
Parish Council stated that in response to PD4 Question 5
they had commented that Paragraphs 440 and 443 should
be adhered to at all costs.
Councillor Ralph Oultram stated that the Parish Council had
discussed each individual issue of the consultation and
believe the response to reflect the consensus of their
comments. He explained the process, explaining these were
the collective views of the Parish Council and not a
referendum collating the individual views of all residents in
the village. This can only be done by individual responses and
Cheshire West want to receive their comments and was
pleased to see that a good proportion of the people attending
had replied
101. Norley Parish Council Reply to Cheshire West and
Chester Council Local Plan Consultation.
Chairman Councillor Davidson asked the meeting to vote on
submission of the draft response without amendment to
Cheshire West and Chester. The motion was proposed by
Councillor Ford, who stated that a great deal of time had been
spend by the Parish Council on this issue and he felt that they
had reached a balanced view and that this should be
submitted as the Parish Council’s response to the
consultation, this being seconded by Councillor Greenacre.
The Parish Council voted unanimously in favour of this
proposal. Clerk instructed to submit comments to Cheshire
West and Chester by 12/11/12.
The meeting finished at 9.30am
Megan Rosney—Parish Council Clerk
Norley WI AGM November 9th at 7~30
Norley Village Hall
Helen, our President, welcomed two
tellers from Cuddington, Elizabeth Brown and Margaret
Dooley
Plus visitor Ann Boot, and new members Michelle, Pat
Keane and Claudia Wild.
Last months minutes were on the table for all to see plus
last years AGM minutes.
Arising was the Christmas Dinner ~ 8th December, 7 for
7~30. Husbands welcome.
The resolution supporting Midwives was ready for
signatures on the table.
Group Carol Concert, 10th December. Weaver Vale Choir
will be singing.
Spring Group meeting, Wed. 15th May. Speaker to be a
very popular Pastry Chef from the Palace.
Our finances are very good and the Barn Dance was a very
good evening which made £383.64p for funds with 80
people attending.
Correspondence ~ Please sign up if you wish to join the
Quiz team.
Poetry Competition about Norley. Forms to be in by 31st
December. Prize ~ £1,000.
Outings ~ Skittles, Bickerton Poacher 22nd Feb. £13
including carvery.
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Media City ~ Sat. Feb 9th ~ 10.45 ~ Village Hall Car Park,
£8.15, Car share.
Wicked ~ 23rd October 2013 ~ Matinee/stalls ~ Train to
Oxford Road, £47.50 plus travel.
Walk ~ Nov. 30th Vill. Hall 10am. Bring own lunch.
New year walk ~ Dec 29th. To be decided.
AOB ~ Winner of the £10 prize for the ‘Old’ quiz was
Margaret Holmes. We sold 51 at a £1 a head and made £41
profit. Well done Helen’s Mum.
Flowers to Olive, Jenny and Barbara who all have broken
bones and congratulations to Kathleen MacVicker who
celebrated her Golden wedding last month.
AGM report.
Mr Dunning was impressed by our accounts and has
promised to vet them again next year.
Last years minutes were approved by the committee.
Presentation & adoption of Financial Statement ~ Proposed
by Carol Love, seconded by Ann Hilditch and a show of
hands by all present.
Helen gave the Annual report which was approved by all
present.
The new Committee will be ~ Jane Birchall, Helen Ebbitt
(President), Gill Morrison, Joan Higgins, Collette Holder,
Carol Love (Hon. Treasurer), Marry Ramskill, Margarest
Soutar, Diana West (Secretary) and Claudia Wild.
The Presidents Competition Cup was 1st Collette Holden,
2nd Katherine MacVicar, 3rd Jan Overland.
Helen thanked everyone for coming including our Tellers
and closed a very busy meeting.
Mary Ramskill
There were a large number of Remembrance Day parades
across the area on Remembrance Sunday which all passed
off peacefully. Thanks to all the local motorists who treated
the delays with good grace.
We have had a number of houses broken into this week
across the area including Kingsley Mickle Trafford
T a r p o r l e y C u d d i n g t o n a n d F r o d s h a m .
Computer equipment and jewellery have been targeted in
m a n y o f t h e s e b r e a k s .
Please take time to review your home security measures
ensuring that windows and doors are closed and locked and
items of value are not left on display.
The Frodsham and Helsby areas are also suffering with
overnight garage breaks where expensive pedal cycles are
being stolen. During one offence in the early hours of
Friday morning, three males were disturbed in a garage at
Langdale Way, Frodsham. As a number of bikes have been
taken at the same time in previous offences, it appears that
this may be a team, working on foot. Please be vigilant and
report any suspicious activity.
On Monday night, 5 Nov, a sledge hammer and shovel were
stolen from an insecure shed in Acton Bridge and then used
to try to gain entry to a neighbouring business premises.
Fortunately, entry was not gained and the tools have been
returned to their owner, but this serves as a reminder to
keep all tools securely locked away.
We have received lots of calls in early Nov about suspicious
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The Parishes of Norley, Crowton and Kingsley invite you to a...
Join us as we move around Crowton village to hear the real story
of Christmas through drama, readings and carol singing. The
evening will finish on the farm as we gather in a stable with the
wise men, angels and shepherds.
Walking is involved so please come in warm clothes and suitable
footwear. Bring a torch or lantern!
Meet outside: Crowton
Village Hall at 4pm
Refreshments served afterwards.
16th December
2012
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Opening Times:- Tues & Thurs 9.30 am - 7pm
Weds 9.30am - 1pm
Fri. 9.30am – 5pm
Sat. 9.30am – 4pm
callers to front doors and also suspicious activity, all over
the rural area. All calls are responded to, and have lead to
some very worthwhile checks of individuals and vehicles.
Remember, the police cannot hope to combat crime
effectively without the support and information from you,
the public.
As the nights draw in, it is very easy for burglars to see if
there is anyone at home, even during the day – Most people
will now have lights on if they are at home. Please take care
to give the impression that someone is at home – leave a
light on, put a table light on a timer to switch on and off
during the day (even better, do this with two lights, to give
the impression that someone is moving about the house!).
Put a radio on a timer.
There have been a small number of reports of suspicious
callers at front doors, and also possible telephone scams,
trying to obtain peoples bank details. Fortunately, most of
these have been refused at the door, or people have
identified the telephone scam and terminated the call. Please
continue to be mindful of these risks, and make sure that
any vulnerable relatives and neighbours receive the support
and guidance required.
Please remember to utilise basic security measures,
particularly during the dark evenings on the approach to
Christmas – Ensure that strong locks are always used on all
doors and windows (even on garden sheds!); Set timers to
operate lights and radios/tv’s, to give the impression that
someone is at home; Ask a neighbour to park their car on
your driveway, during the hours that you are away from
home.
Inspector Keith Curbishley
Thanks To All Our Sponsors for supporting Norley News. We do obtain money from our
advertisers and the Parish Council contributes towards the
cost of community advertising, but it is sponsorship money
that makes it possible to produce 10 issues a year. So, if any
reader wishes to become a sponsor and help us in the
continuing development of the ‘News’, please contact
Penny Clarke— 2 The Spinney, Norley, WA6 8LS, tel
787496, email [email protected] Liz and Tony Lavin John Patten Frodsham & District Choral Society The Wednesday Club Bill & Libby Appleton Les & Gladys Archer Sophie & Martin Gambrell Mary Ramskill Joan Hunt Helen Welburn Mrs I Preston Monica Stewart Norley Horticultural Soc Tony & Katie Simpson James & Megan Posnett Bob & Ruth Downes Pauline & Mike Kay The Basnett Family Barbara Jones Norley Bowling Club Marie Cliffe Gill & John Lunt 1st Norley Scout Group, Norley WI Mary Owen Judith Hull Rosamund Walley Darren and Jane Stubbs Delamere Stores Anon (x14) Norley CE Primary School The residents of Hatchmere Park
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Helen and Mike Ebbitt Bette Ashbrook Pat Dixon Stephné Douglas Bruce & Ruth Lane Liz Robinson Frazer & Katrina Higson John & Maureen Lewis
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high res PDF, including fonts and embedded images.
Due to the patronage of the Parish Council, local organisation
a d v e r t i s i n g i s F R E E !
All new or single advertisers please pay ‘up front’ or ask for a
pro forma invoice.
All contributions (as a simple text document), compliments
(and complaints) to Penny Clarke, 2 The Spinney, WA6 8LS,
tel 787496, email [email protected]
Do let us know if any contact details need updating, or if you
wish to add email addresses or website details.
All copy and adverts for the next issue to be with us by the
date on the cover page ‘News Inside’, preferably by email.
Penny
Community ‘Classifieds’ PUBS: Tiger’s Head 01928 788309 ~ Carrier’s Inn 01928
787877 Chinese Restaurant:~ Fortune Palace ~ Eat in or out (No
delivery) 01928 788293/Fax 01928 787682 Holland Pharmacy ~ 01928 788559 Electrician:~ SWP Electrics 01928 740415 or 01928 740237 Electrician ~ Kingsley Electrical, Frank Pilgrim 01928 788971,
07711 258677 General Household maintenance, rubbish removal, general
joinery ~ Munroe & Son 01928 787025 or 07875 304664 Property Repairs:~ Mike Kay 787292 ~ ALL EXTERIOR &
INTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. The Ovencleaners ~Lorraine~ 01928 723 906 or 0795 8610
403 or [email protected]
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Members Of THE NATIONAL ASSOCIAITON OF CHIMNEY SWEEPS
HETAS Approved Chimney Sweeps / Fully Insured / Certificates Issued
Calls Answered 8am—8pm 7 Days a Week
Registration Numbers
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(Kingsley) 01928-787428
(Northwich) 01606-781714
www.blackcatsweeps.co.uk
Sweeping Across Cheshire Since 1992
Norley 0-5’s… Meets every Wednesday during
term time, from 10.00 until
12.00, in the school hall for play,
craft, music and stories for
little ones and coffee and chat
for the grown ups! Come along
if you can and/or phone Jane
on 07977426923 for more
information.
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Childrens' Dance
Classes at Norley Village Hall
on Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm.
To include: baby ballet, tap & street
dance.
Contact Sara 07837053539
Yoga Class @ Norley Village Hall Fridays 1115—1215
For more information contact Lyndsey on
07919 563075
Brian Wainwright
WHITBYS LANE GARAGE Whitbys Lane
Winsford CW7 2LZ
DECORATOR
“Inside or Out – Give DAVE a Shout” (Honest and Reliable)
No Job Too Small (Anything Considered)
Free Estimates, Fully Insured, Age Concern Approved
Painting and Decorating e.g. Wallpapering Painting Windows, Doors, Weather Boards, Fences,
Sheds etc. Creosoted
Contact: Dave Williams 0151-356-9044 or 07706 829726
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Kingsley Community Centre
Saturday February 2nd 2013
at 7.30pm
An enjoyable evening event for all women…Beauty from
God’s perspective.
People look at the outward
appearance, but the LORD looks
at the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7
• Dinner
• Quiz
• Discussion
• Pampering
• Jewellery
New Saturday Morning Outdoor Adventure Club Starting Saturday 5th Jan 2012
9 am - midday We are Outdoor Education providers that specialise in Forest Schools and we are starting a NEW OUTDOOR
ADVENTURE CLUB on a Saturday morning as requested by many of our previous clients.
� The club is based in a beautiful, welcoming woodland and is run by qualified Outdoor Education providers.
� The club is for children who love to be outside in the fresh air and
want to learn and do new exciting things. � Are club allows and encourages children to learn life skills through
their play. � Our play is natural play, there are some elements of play that have
controlled risks and are more exciting and fulfilling than "soft play".
� The play encourages children to explore their thoughts and ideas
and use them to be creative as possible. � Our club promotes team play as well as individual play.
We are located at New Pool Wood, Finger Post Lane, Norley. Price £15 per child. (Sibling £10) We are offering a 25% discount for the first 20 bookings for each session.
To book, or for more information, contact Debbie Shering:
0778 684 7824 - [email protected] - www.facebook/naturefun1 - www.naturefun.co.uk
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What’s On In Norley – December 2012 and January 2013 Day Dates Event
Time Details
Village Hall Diary For information about Village Hall availability or any other booking enquiries ~ contact Marie Cliffe tel 01928 788181
Monday
Bingo
Discontinued for the time being. Contact Penny Clarke for more information 01928 787496
Tuesday Dec 4 11 18 January 8 15 22 29
Ladies Badminton
1 :00pm – 3:00 Contact Shirley Craven 01928 787251
Tuesday Dec 4 11 18 January 8 15 22 29
Private Badminton 5pm – 6pm
Tuesday Dec 4 11 18 January 8 15 22 29
Senior Badminton 7pm Contact Mark Perry 01928 732194 Or Jean Welch 01928 731776
Wednesday Dec 5 12 19 No meetings in January
Wednesday Club
2pm Contact Joan Barclay 788394
Wednesday Dec 5 12 19 January 2 9 16 23 30
Zumba Classes 7 :00 – 8:00 Contact Sara 07837053539
Wednesday January 23
Messy Church 4:30 – 6:30 Contact Joe Smith e.mail [email protected]
Thursday December 13 January 10
W.I. 7:30pm Contact Helen 01928 787092
Thursday Dec 6 13 January 10 17 24 31
Children’s dance classes 4:30 – 6:00 Contact Sara 07837053539
Thursday December 6
Private Booking – Norley
PTA
6:00 – 10:00pm
Friday Dec 7 14 21 January 11 18 25
Yoga 11:15 – 12:15 Note new time Contact Lyndsey 07919 563 075
Friday Dec 14 21 January 4 11 18 25
Senior Badminton 7pm Contact Mark Perry 01928 732194 or Jean Welch 01928 731776
Friday December 7
Carol Concert 7 pm Contact Judith Hull 01928 788803
Saturday December 8
Scout Christmas Fair 9am – 1:30 pm
Saturday December 8
WI Dinner Contact Helen 01928 787092
Saturday January 19
Private Party 4pm – 11pm
Sunday December 16
Private party 11am – 1pm
Sunday Dec 2 9 16 23 January 6 13 20 27
Private booking 4pm – 6pm
School Diary For more details on booking the School Hall call Cath Tomlinson – 01928 788471 Saturday 1 December
PTFA Christmas Fair From 1 pm
Tuesday 8 January 2013
Parish Council Meeting 7pm
Monday 20 February 2013
Parish Council Meeting 7pm
Other Events
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