On the evening of Wednesday the 9th September,
the service for the Institution of the new Vicar,
the Revd. Gerri Tetzlaff, was held at
St. John’s Church Chelford.
(See article page 5)
October 2015
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INFORMATION www.ollertonwithmarthall.org.uk
CHURCHES
All Saints’ Marthall
Sunday Worship 10-30am
Snelson Methodist Chapel Rev’d Jackie Betts
Sunday Worship 10-45am
St. Vincent’s R.C. Church Father J. Joyce
Sunday Mass 9-00am, 11-00am, 5-30pm
Gt. Warford Baptist Church
Sunday Worship 10-00am, 6-00pm
Thursday Bible Study 7-30pm
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01565 633040
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DOCTORS
Chelford Elmstead Road Surgery
Knutsford Toft Road Surgery
Knutsford Manchester Road Surgery
Knutsford Annandale Medical Centre Mobberley Road
01625 861316
01565 632681
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SCHOOLS
Over Peover Primary School
Lower Peover Primary School
Chelford C of E Primary School
Knutsford Academy
Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School
01625 861384
01625 383292
01625 861351
01565 632277
01477 689500
TRANSPORT
No 27, 27A, 27B Bus Knutsford/ Macclesfield
GHA Coaches (Operated by Vale of Llangollen)
Village Rider Service to Knutsford Mon - Fri 09.30 - 14.30
and 16.15 - 17.30
Also to Northwich ( Tues only) and
to Wilmslow and Handforth Dean ( Wed only)
Pre- registration required
THE HALL AT MARTHALL
Booking Secretary for parties, dances etc. (Mon-Fri)
Womens Institute First Tuesday in month
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CHELFORD VILLAGE HALL
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KNUTSFORD Town Council
CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL Cllr George M Walton
PARISH COUNCIL The Clerk
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KNUTSFORD Citizen’s Advice Bureau
KNUTSFORD Heritage Centre & tourist information
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SAMARITANS
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ALCOHOL DRINKSLINE
POLICE The new number for non emergencies:-
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CHURCH SERVICES
10.30am
9.30am
4th
11th
9.30am
9.30am
18th
25th
Oct 2015
Harvest Service & lunch
(lay-led) at present we do not have anyone to lead
this service.
Holy Communion
Service led by Rev. Gerri Tetzlaff either Holy
Communion or Morning Prayer
Nov 2015
9.30am
10.00am
1st
8th
Holy Communion led by Rev. Gerri Tetzlaff
Joint Remembrance Service
At CHELFORD Church.
9.30am
9.30am
15th
22nd
10.45am
29th
Holy Communion led by Rev. Gerri Tetzlaff
Service led by Rev. Gerri Tetzlaff either Holy
Communion or Morning Prayer
Joint Service together Special Service At
CHELFORD Church.
We do need people to lead the Lay-led services so if anyone
would like to have a go,
(no special requirements are needed)
you will be very welcome.
When there is a 5th Sunday in the month there will be a Joint All-Age Service which
will rotate around the three churches at 10.30am.
Please note the new times for our church services at Marthall.
Rev. Gerri Tetzlaff is prepared to swap services around to accommodate
any special services i.e. our Harvest which is on the 4th October at 10.30am
followed by lunch in The Hall at Marthall
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On the evening of Wednesday the 9th September, the service for the
Institution of the new Vicar, the Revd. Gerri Tetzlaff, was held at St. John’s
Church Chelford. The commodious church was absolutely packed with
members of the three congregations to whom the new priest-in-charge
will now minister, plus a substantial representation of diocesan and other
denomination clergy and representatives of local and civic bodies.
The order of service for ”The Institution of a Vicar” is a tightly disciplined
one of great dignity, but at the same time, memorable and moving. To
the inspiring sound of the hymn “Praise, my soul, the King of heaven”,
the procession, lead by the Cross bearer and the Choir ( including our
representatives Nancy Hope and Barbara Burton ), followed by visiting
clergy, the incumbent Vicar, the Rural Dean and the Archdeacon, the
Churchwardens ( including of course Tony Walley and Rosemary Kellett ),
and finally the Bishop, the Rt. Revd. Libby Lane.
The service opened with a Greeting by the Bishop. She began with the
quotation “Every good thing comes to those who wait” and that we were
all there to mark a very good occasion. The Institution service marks the
beginning of a new phase of ministry for both priest and people. It is one
to which all come with a high sense of anticipation of God’s blessing on the
years ahead. The Bishop prayed that we would all participate ... another
contribution from All Saints was made by Ann Cardwell who contributed
the Scripture Reading.
As the order of service outlined, during the service :The new incumbent was introduced to the local churches, and the
wider community.
Oaths were made to give assurances that the priest believes, speaks and
acts in the way a Christian minister should, and that she is committed to
minister in the Church of England.
The Bishop authorised and commissioned the priest.
Representatives from the parish, deanery, local churches and wider
community welcomed the new incumbent.
At the conclusion of the service , and the retiring procession, the
congregation re-assembled in the Hall at Marthall for a very generous
refreshment supper.
Alan Street
FRONT COVER PHOTOGRAPH
RT. REVD. LIBBY LANE, the first lady Bishop, who was consecrated in
January , this year. Bishop Libby has had a wide range of posts in the diocese,
including immediately prior to her consecration as Vicar of St. Peter’s Church,
Hale and St. Elizabeth’s Church, Ashley.
REVD. GERRI TETZLAFF, former Curate of St. Michael’s Church,
Macclesfield. Gerri has also held a variety of ecclesiastical posts in the diocese,
before undertaking a full time course at St. John’s Theological College,
Nottingham. Gerri returned to the Chester diocese in 2002, being primarily
concerned with lay training, much of which was in association with the
University of Chester, as well as acting as PA to the Ministry Development
Officer.
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A
POTHOLE
WHICH COULD NOT BE IGNORED
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Probably the most frequent complaints which any local council
has to endeavour to get the Highways Department to deal with,
struggling as they are with financial restraints, is about potholes.
Your Council has had to persuade our authority to repair several
on Sandhole Lane, in Marthall, but have also been indirectly
involved with United Utilities over flooding, caused we believe
by partially blocked soak-a-ways to local brooks.
However, the ‘mother and father’ of holes which developed
next to the carriage entrance to the Old Vicarage (more or less
opposite All Saint’s Church) could not be ignored. A sink hole
of about 4 square meters , and some feet deep, appeared as a
result of the particularly heavy rainstorm we experienced in
August. We understand that the foundations of the road were
swept away by a rainwater culvert. Happily no vehicle damage
occurred before United Utilities were able to fence off the hole,
and repair it.
The road was closed for several days, but resourceful locals
were able to by-pass the works by also using the footpath.
JACKIE BETTS
MINISTER
SNELSON
METHODIST
CHAPEL
TEL: 01565 872957
I may have mentioned before ,that one of the Christmas presents
bought for me by my Mum each year was a copy of the Friendship
Book. Now it’s something I buy for myself enjoying each night before
I go to bed the daily story, poem or comment etc; and the beautiful
pictures.Last Friday’s comment brought back happy memories of
Scottish ceilidhs-enjoyed after weddings or as part of fund-raising
activities (and I have to be honest, not so happy memories of listening
to bag-pipes-beautiful in the open air against a background of loch
or mountain not so beautiful I found in a small room)
The comment I read said this.
There may be a musical term for the dreadful groan when someone
opens up an accordion, or the asthmatic wheeze that usually begins
any tune on the bagpipes. Having said that, those noises will almost
inevitably be followed by music that would make the stiffest of us
feel like dancing. So don’t worry about the awkwardness ,or the
embarrassment ,that can accompany the beginning of a new venture.
Get past the groan and the wheeze and let your music be heard.
Yes, the comment brought back happy memories of the many Scottish
ceilidhs I enjoyed during my ministry in Scotland in the 1980’s but
also made me realise that they were wise words of encouragement
for each one of us.
Encouragement to be willing ,not be afraid, in church life, community
life, among family and friends, at work or in leisure to try something
new; or stick with an unfamiliar situation-knowing from previous
experience that things which may seem strange at first can quickly
become well- loved patterns-and that so many good things in many
different aspects of our lives are things we would have missed if we
hadn’t been willing to take that first scary step forward.
ASTLE COURT COMMUNION
This month’s service will be held in the community room at Astle
Court on Tuesday 20 October at 2pm led by Rev Jackie Betts and
followed by a cup of tea and a chat. All are welcome.
BAKED ALASKA
Time to change the temperature. A performance by RIDING
LIGHTS THEATRE COMPANY towards the 2015 United Nations
Conference on Climate Change
Monday 19 October 7.30 pm Alderley Edge Methodist Church
Tickets £12 /£9 (concessions) £7.50 under 18’s in groups of 8+
More details from Jackie Betts
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The Hall at Marthall
FRIDAY 30th
OCTOBER
FISH &
CHIP
SUPPER
& PUB
QUIZ
DOORS OPEN 7.30pm
CASH PRIZE
2 COURSES PLUS
FOR WINNING TEAM
QUIZ ENTRY £10
MAXIMUM OF 8 PER
FISH & CHIPS OR
TEAM/TABLE
STEAK PIE & CHIPS
RAFFLE
£100 Cash Prize
Licensed Bar
Hamper Plus others
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Tickets available in advance from 01565 633656
or Email lizleech@btinternet.com
In the Hall at Marthall
Sunday
18th October
Starts 8-00pm, Tickets £8 in advance
(£9 on the door)
Join Acoustic Graffiti on the first leg of their rural tour.
A heady blend of blues, latin & jazz styles. A collection of lovingly
crafted instrumental guitar material and classic tunes from Gershwin
to Billy Joel, Rodgers & Hart to Louis Armstrong. Beautiful ballads from
some of the great songwriters, old soul given the Graffiti treatment and
tunes you will never had heard before.
On their travels Warrington-based Acoustic Graffiti have compiled a
huge CV, played everywhere from the Edinburgh Festival to The De Vere
Belfry and supported jazz greats at Manchester’s Cinnamon Club.
Tickets available online at:-
www.eventbrite.co.uk (search Acoustic Graffiti)
or email : mail@acousticgraffiti.com
or ring/text Nick on 07702 844045
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OLLERTON
REMINISCENCES
BY ARTHUR CRIMES
CHAPTER 6
Circa 1987
The Bus Shelter, Street Lighting, Oaklands Road Playing Field,
Parish Notice Boards, County Best Kept Village Competition,
Tree Planting
THE BUS SHELTER
The Parish Council was responsible for the erection of the bus shelter on
the Chelford Road near the Cross Roads in 1970. The shelter itself was was
designed and created by Councillor Robert Drinkwater demonstrating his
skill as a craftsman in wood.
STREET LIGHTING
In the late 1960’s the parishioners had to consider whether they wished that
street lighting be incorporated in the the scheme for housing development
at Beech Close. Before the Cheshire Council, as the Highways Authority,
would adopt the highway for future maintenance, it was insistent that
street lighting should be installed. The local residents were very much
against this street lighting scheme. At the Annual Parish Meeting in March
of 1968 more than 20 parishioners unanimously voted not to agree to the
scheme and as reported in the local press at the time “Ollerton stays in the
dark”. As a result a compromise was made with the County Council and
the light bollards standing some three feet above ground level along Beech
Close were erected. [1]
OAKLANDS ROAD PLAYING FIELD
In 1961, following a petition from residents of the Oaklands Road Estate
to Colonel Sir Walter Bromley Davenport, M.P., the Bucklow Council
considered the possible use of two acres of land in the ownership of the
District Council and adjoining the estate, as a playing field. The request
was acceded to and the Ollerton Parish was given permission in 1963 to
use the area as a playing field “until such times as the Council may require
it for housing”. Playing Field Equipment in the form of swings and goal
posts, and at a later date a climbing frame, were provided by the Parish
Council with donations towards the cost received from the local Women’s
Institute and Mr Lund the licensee of the Dun Cow Inn. [2]
PARISH NOTICE BOARDS
In 1964 the Parish Council erected the first Parish Notice Boards in the
village, one in Marthall Lane, which was removed eventually to make way
for the Beech Close housing development and one on the open land in
School Lane near the School.
In 1977 to commemorate the Queen’s Silver Jubilee new notice boards
were provided, designed and erected by a local craftsman Mr Richard
Bennett – one sited at Ollerton Cross Roads and one on the open space in
School Lane opposite the School. [3[
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OLLERTON REMINISCENCES
BY ARTHUR CRIMES
COUNTY BEST KEPT VILLAGE COMPETITION
For over 20 years the Parish Council has entered the parish in the Annual Best Kept
Village Competition organised by the Cheshire Community Council.
The record of the Parish in the competition is very commendable. Success in the ‘under
600 population’ class has been achieved from time to time.
The parish won the first prize in 1968 ; a certificate of merit in the years 1969 and 1975
; and the championship class award in 1976. This success has not been easily obtained
but through the consistent efforts of the Parish Council in encouraging all parishioners
to participate in keeping the village tidy. Interest has also been stimulated by the local
schoolchildren taking part in poster competitions organised by he Head Teacher at the
time.
TREE PLANTING
Many trees have been planted in the parish over the years, some to commemorate
special events.
The lime tree growing in the triangular grass area at the front of the School was planted
in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. Mother, who was at the
time 17 years old, told me that she along with others, put a spade full of earth in the hole
at the planting ceremony. It is known locally as the Jubilee Tree.
Two horse chestnut trees planted either side of the Bus Shelter on the Chelford Road
at the Cross Roads were to commemorate the winning of the 1968 County Best Kept
Village Competition. One tree was donated by Councillor Horace Hutton.
In 1980 an oak tree was planted on the open land off School Lane, opposite the School
to commemorate Her Majesty the Queen Mother’s 80th birthday. The oak trees were
presented to Parishes in Cheshire by the Council for the Protection of Rural England.
In the same year the Parish Council planted three lime trees and two hawthorn trees on
the wide grass verge in School Lane opposite the School House. [4]
To be continued ... Educational Nature Reserve, Road Names
[1] I have made several enquiries, but no one I have asked recalls these bollards. Do you ?
[2] As you may well know the “playing field” as described by Arthur was maintained in the original
form by the local authorities for some 50 years. A second petition, this time to secure improvements,
raised by resident Alexandra Jenkin, led to a complete makeover and extension of the field, now known
as Ollerton Park. This was completed in 2014 . ( See the February and March 2014 issues of the
“Parish Post” for a full account and pictures of the opening ).
[3] After 20-plus years the Silver Jubilee Notice Boards were looking decidedly worn. Additionally,
the considerable increase in the number of statutory notices, and the like, also demanded more secure
facilities. Accordingly the Parish Council decided to commission new glass faced boards to mark the
Millennium year ( whilst also retaining the reference to the Jubilee.) to be sited at the Toll Bar Cross
Roads, at the Old School House land off School Lane, and now of course at the entrance to the Hall
at Marthall. Official notices must of course take precedence, but community notices are almost always
acceptable too. Ask the Clerk to the Council, or a councillor on the Communications portfolio.
[4] This very worthwhile tradition has been maintained by your Parish Council. In addition to those
listed by Arthur in 1987 I have identified :1947 – 1975 , nearest to the Cross Roads, a tree planted in memory of the three ladies who manned the
Post Office for nearly thirty years ... Beatrice Bowker, Mary Horn, and Jessie Matheson.
1975 A Himalayan Birch. The Hall at Marthall. Dedicated to Arthur Crimes. The first clerk to the
Ollerton Parish Council from 1964. Clerk to Ollerton with Marthall Parish Council from 1975 to
1986.
2007 A Black Walnut. School Lane, next to the original grounds of The School. Commemorates the
Silver Jubilee of HRH Queen Elizabeth 11 in 1987.( Replaced a Hornbeam destroyed by a gale.
Planted by Graham Leach and Russ Brighouse, former pupils at the time of the Jubilee.
2012 a White Thorn. Dedicated to George Littler, first Chairman of the Ollerton with Marthall
Parish Council, in appreciation of 45 years of service.
Alan Street
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The Wedding of Mr and Mrs James and Rebecca Jackson took place on
Saturday 29th August 2015, at St Wilfrids Church, Mobberley,
the reception was held at Owen House wedding barn, Mobberley.
The bride travelled from her parents home on Marthall Lane in this
beautiful coach and horses!
LONDON TO PARIS CYCLE 20th July 2016
Join team ECH and connect two of the world’s most iconic capital cities as you embark
on the cycle challenge of a lifetime for charity. Cycling through beautiful English villages
and into the stunning countryside of rural France you’ll pass historical landmarks.
This special edition of the London to Paris cycle ride will give you the chance to watch
the Tour de France Finale - an exciting way to way to round off your trip and mark the
end of your own cycle challenge.
Take part in this fantastic charity bike ride from London to Paris and raise much-needed
funds for East Cheshire Hospice. Book now to give yourself lots of time to fundraise,
and we’ll support you all the way!
Registration Fee: £99 • Sponsorship: £1,470
£4.65 each minute
This year, we need to raise over £6,700 every single day - that’s £279 every hour and £4.65 each and every minute.
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Tel 01625 610 364 • Fax 01625 612 611
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October 2015
There has been lots of events and activities during the last few months
marking our 100 years celebrations. Members of all the local WI Groups
in and around Knutsford have contributed to the WI Exhibition at the
Heritage Centre. Many of our group, and others, have volunteered to be
there, Meet and Greet, and show visitors around and there is still time for
you to call in and have a look yourself.
The Rev. Micheal Burgell talked to us about “The Seven Deadly Sins”’ at
our last monthly meeting. At our next meeting, on October 8th, we are
holding an auction of items that will be contributed by our members. I am
sure that this will be an interesting, fruitfull evening, as well as lots of fun!
The British WI movement was formed in 1915 in Llanfairpwllgwyngyll (Llanfair PG),
Anglesey Wales. It had two clear aims: to revitalise rural communities and to encourage
women to become more involved in producing food during the First World War. Since
then the organisation’s aims have broadened and it is now the largest women’s voluntary
organisation in the UK. The organisation celebrated its 95th anniversary in 2010 and
currently has approximately 208,000 members in 7,000 WIs.
OPERATION SHIELD
Operation Shield is a forensic property marking initiative being launched
by Cheshire Police that targets burglars and thieves. It uses a unique DNA
marking system to protect valuables such as electrical items and jewellery.
WHAT DOES IT DO?
It comes in two forms: the first is a traceable liquid that residents can
use to forensically mark items within their homes. The DNA marking
system is unique to each address and helps to identify stolen items if they
are recovered. The second is an intruder spray that uses a unique DNA
solution to protect businesses from robbery and burlary. This sprays
anyone who enters the premises illegally.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Every offender brought into custody and all property recovered by police
in Cheshire is now being screened for the DNA marking system. This
stays on the clothes, skin and hair of offenders for weeks - you cannot see
it except under UV light. The system has been used in other places across
the region and has had a good success rate in reducing crime.
RESULTS
Between February and July 2015 in areas where Operation Shield has been
rolled out there has been a 32% reduction in residential burglary and an
18% reduction in vehicle crime.
GETTING INVOLVED
The kits, which are able to mark in excess of 20 items, are available for
£8.65 each. All those who purchase a kit will be shown how to use it by the
Police and have the unique identifying mark registered with the Police free
of charge.
The Police are, however, unable to accept orders from individuals, therefore
if you are interested in purchasing a kit please contact the Clerk to the
Parish Council at: clerkatollertonwithmarthallpc@gmail.com or on 01477
571444 with your name, address and telephone number.
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS MONITOR
UPDATED 14th SEPTEMBER 2015
REPORT FROM THE MEETING OF THE PARISH COUNCIL
HELD ON 14TH SEPTEMBER 2015
at THE HALL AT MARTHALL
[full minutes available on the website
www.ollertonwithmarthall.org.uk]
The Parish Council Meeting was attended by 10 Members and Borough
Councillor Walton.
Knutsford Rural Policing Team - A written report had been forwarded to the
Clerk and was presented to the Parish Council. A male seen acting suspiciously
around 2:30hrs wearing a grey hoody found to be looking into a rear garden
at an address on Long Lane, Over Peover. A burglary has taken place at an
insecure property in Chelford when cash and a handbag were stolen. A silver
Toyota, previously noted in a Cheshire Police Alert, had been sited parked
opposite to horse boxes. A burglary at the Bengal Tiger restaurant - the rear
doors were smashed and alcohol stolen. A theft from an insecure HGV parked
on Seven Sisters Lane.
Operation Shield - Details of a crime prevention initiative being launched by
Cheshire Police aimed at rural communities were presented. Home owners are
encouraged to use ‘SelectaDNA’ kits which are a type of traceable liquid which
can be used to mark valuable items within the home that are most frequently
stolen when a burglary takes place. These items would then be traceable should
they be found in possession of anyone arrested for such an offence or during
searches for stolen property. The kits cost £8.65 which would enable in excess
of 20 items to be marked. If anyone wishes to purchase a kit please contact
the Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer at: clerkatollertonwithmarthallpc@
gmail.com.
Election of Vice-Chairman - The Parish Council have elected Councillor
N. Hanlon as Vice-Chairman for the remainder of the 2015/16 civic year.
Councillor A. T. Street was thanked for the service he has provided to the
Parish Council as Vice-Chairman.
Finance - The current financial position along with recent receipts and
payments for authorisation were presented to the meeting. External Audit
- The Parish Council have now received the 2014/15 External Audit report
which did not identify any areas of non-compliance.
Communications - It was reported at recent event, discussing rural
connectivity and digital inclusion, that broadband coverage in Cheshire had
now reached 96%. It is hoped that this will be further increased by 2017 and
that most properties will have in excess of 2Mbps broadband speeds. It was
noted that there are still areas of the Parish with speeds significantly below this
and it is hoped that this will be addressed through a scheme focussed on low
broadband speed areas which is anticipated to commence later in the year.
It was reported that work is currently underway to increase the number of
Parish Council documents that will be available for viewing on the website.
Commemorative Trees - It was reported that there are a number of trees
within the Parish that were planted to commemorate local residents and
events. Several of the commemorative plaques associated with these trees
have now become damaged, therefore, the Parish Council intend to replace
the damaged plaques to ensure that this part of Parish history is retained for
the future.
Highways - Members noted that the LED cross road warning signs had now
been installed near to Ollerton cross roads. Concern was expressed at the
speed of vehicles using Marthall Lane, however, it is understood that this
matter is currently being considered by Cheshire East Council. It was noted
that the debris tipped along Percivals Lane has now been cleared.
Planning - It was noted that since the last meeting a number of planning
decisions have been issued by Cheshire East Council. A number of planning
enforcement issues have also been brought to a conclusion in recent weeks.
Date of Next Meeting - The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held
on Monday 16th November, 2015 at The Hall at Marthall. All residents are
welcome to attend the meeting.
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HOMEWATCH ALERT
Andrew Miller (Police , Sergeant, Macclesfield LPU Knutsford Sgt)
During the hours of darkness between Sunday 16th August 2015 and Monday 17th August 2015 we have
received a report of lambs being stolen in the Rostherne area. The lambs have been taken from a field that
is secured with adequate fencing, and appear to have been lifted over the gate to remove them from the
field. The farmer suspects that these lambs have been stolen as they are now mature enough for market
and the offenders have specifically selected them for this purpose.
It is highly likely that a vehicle is being used and there may be more than one person involved. PC Kate
Palin of the Knutsford Neighbourhood Policing Team said “Incidents of this nature are pretty rare in
Knutsford, however, rural crime is a priority amongst local officers who will increase visibility in the
area”. I am appealing for any information particularly from the Farming Community in relation to this
matter. if you have seen, or should you see any vehicles acting suspiciously in your area please contact
Cheshire Police on tel 101 quoting Crime reference no. 0715243428.
Sophie Emmerson (Police, PCSO, Macclesfield LPU Knutsford PCSO)
Crime Prevention Advice We have had recent reports of SHEEP THEFT, if you don’t
want to spend £££ on CCTV why not get yourself a Wildlife Camera. You can pick
one up for less than £100, help protect your property.
Liz Biddle (Police, Community Engagement Officer, Chesh Engagement Unit)
Rural Crime Warning – Theft in Rural Areas – West Cheshire
Cheshire police are asking residents to be vigilant following reports of thefts from farms and household
burglary specifically targeting rural areas. The most recent incidents have been in areas of Backford and
Ledsham (rural areas north of Chester), however we are circulating this warning across all rural areas of
Cheshire. In particular we are asking the public to contact us if they have information about, or sightings
of the following vehicle:- Red Peugeot 206, registration X789####
If you have any information which may relate to this vehicle, or have similar suspicions about the activities
of people or vehicles in other rural areas please contact Cheshire Police. Ring 101 Quote incident number
546 of 18/08/2015
Chris Hopkins (Police, PCSO, Macclesfield LPU Wilmslow PCSO)
Parking outside schools is a significant problem across Alderley Edge, Wilmslow and Handforth. With the
new school year about to begin parents are reminded to be mindful when dropping off or picking up their
children and not to fall into the habit of parking illegally or in a thoughtless or dangerous manner. The
area outside school entrances must be kept clear to allow an unrestricted view for approaching drivers and
riders or children wanting to cross the road. Road markings are there for a reason and drivers must not
wait, park, or stop to set down and pick up passengers on school entrance markings.
Parents are also reminded not to park inconsiderately and in a way which will inconvenience residents,
other road users or in a way that obstructs the road. Macclesfield Local Policing unit will be running
initiatives throughout the Autumn term to target illegal parking around the schools, to help you avoid any
enforcement action please take note of the advice below.
Parents are advised to not stop or park • Near a school entrance • On any zig-zag road markings
• Anywhere you would prevent access for Emergency Services • At or near a bus or taxi rank • Opposite
or within 10 metres (32 feet) of a junction • Where the kerb has been lowered to help wheelchair users
and mobility vehicles • In front of an entrance to a property • On a bend
UPDATE REPORT
12/08 Male seen acting suspiciously around 2.30 hours wearing a grey hoody found to be
looking onto rear garden in an address on Long lane, Over Peover.
18/08 Burglary at Chapel croft in Chelford. House was left insecure so sneak in theft
occurred - Cash, handbag stolen.
26/08 Caller reporting at 13.50 hours saw silver Toyota parked opposite horse boxes.
The caller had seen a Cheshire alert earlier in relation to this vehicle.
30/08 Burglary at the Bengal tiger restaurant. Rear door smashed and alcohol stolen.
04/09 Theft from a HGV parked up on Seven sisters lane – vehicle was left insecure.
POLICE SURGERIES
Tuesday 29th September at Plantation Garden Centre café at 10 am.
Wednesday 30th September at Fryers Garden Centre café at 10 am.
Saturday 3rd October at High Legh Garden Centre café at 10am.
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HOMEWATCH ALERT (Continued)
Action Fraud (Action Fraud, Administrator, National)
Action Fraud has noticed a rise in reports concerning the purchase of
pets, in particular puppies, advertised for sale via popular online auction
websites. The fraudsters will place an advert of the pet for sale, claiming
to have recently moved abroad and the need to re-home the puppies. Once
a sale is agreed and payment is made, usually by money transfer or bank
transfer, the pet does not materialise. The fraudster will usually ask for
further advanced payments for courier charges, shipping fees or vet bills.
Protect yourself:
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Stay within the auction guidelines. Be wary of paying fees via a
Money Service Bureau, such as MoneyGram and Western Union.
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Consider conducting research on other information provided by the
seller; for example a mobile phone number or email address used
by the seller could alert you to any negative information associated
with this number online.
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Request details of the courier company being used and conduct
enquiries regarding the company
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Agree a suitable time to meet face to face to agree the purchase.
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Be wary. If you think the purchase price is too good to be true then
this is probably an indication that it is!
Action Fraud (Action Fraud, Administrator, National)
Fraudsters have created a high specification website template advertising flat screen
televisions for sale which are below market value and do not exist. Payment is being
requested via bank transfer and will offer no protection to the consumer when the
television does not arrive.
Protect yourself:
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Payments made via bank transfer are not protected should you not receive
the item.
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Always make payment via a credit card or PayPal where you have some
avenue of recompense should you not receive your product.
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Conduct some online research on the website, company name and business
address to identify any poor feedback or irregularities.
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Check the authenticity of websites before making any purchases. A ”whois”
search on the website will identify when the website has been created, so
be wary of newly formed domains. This search can be conducted using the
following website - https://who.is/
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If the item advertised seems too good to be true, it probably is
If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online at http://
www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or by telephone on 0300 123 2040.
WELCOME!
Tony and Rosemary warmly welcome Gerri and Mike
to our three parishes, and as the Bishop Rt Revd Libby
Lane quoted “Every good thing comes to those who wait”.
we look forward to future services and supporting you in
the best way we can. c.w.
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Coffee
Morning
SATURDAY
24TH OCTOBER
from 10 till 12
in the
Hall at Marthall
£1 entry
Stalls • Gifts • Cards
Bric-a-Brac • Raffle
Tea/Coffee • Homemade Cakes
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Continue to plant spring-flowering bulbs in flower beds and borders,
as well as in pots and other containers. They are really good value
and will bring delightful spring colour year after year. It may take
a little time and more than a little extra effort! But try to plant them
as deep s the pack suggests; they will do better, last longer and you
will be less likely to dig them up by mistake when you are planting
other flowers nearby.
Cut or pickoff any semi-evergreen leaves that are showing signs of
powdery mildew growth. Plants such as pulmonarias often retain
many of their leaves over the winter, and this allows the mildew
to persist. A timely clean up now will not only reduce the disease
problem next year but also keep the plants looking as attractive as
possible over the coming winter.
Go on a slug and snail hunt - looking for the pests and clumps of
their eggs in and around flower borders at this time of year often
yields large numbers of these infuriating pests!
Clear autumn leaves from flower beds as promptly as you can if the
bed contains small plants, as these are easily swamped by the leaves
and, as they deteriorate, the crowns of the plants may start to rot.
Sow a pot full of basil seed, lightly sprinkling it on the surface
and covering with a millimetre or two of compost. Keep it in a
propagation or on a warm windowsill with the compost just moist at
all times. Basil is far too tender to be outside at this time of year, but
makes a great windowsill herb.
There is still time to plant some onion sets or autumn-planting garlic.
As long as the bulbs you buy are free from mould and look and
feel perfectly sound, with no signs of excessive softness or rot, they
should still be fine.
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Around the garden continued
Continue to plant as many spring-flowering bulbs as you can - in beds,
borders planters or even naturalised in grass beneath trees or large
shrubs. If you can possibly spare the space why not plant few bulbs
specifically for cutting. Tulips are best planted in Nov.
Prune suckers away from the base of ornamental trees.
Collect watering equipment to store in the shed.
Protect glazed pots from frost damage.
BRIDGE
AFTERNOON
IN AID OF
All SAINTS CHURCH MARTHALL
IN THE HALL AT MARTHALL ON
THURS 29th OCT
2015 at 1p.m.
TICKETS £40.00 PER TABLE • AFTERNOON TEA AND RAFFLE
TO BOOK A TABLE, PLEASE TELEPHONE
ANNE CARDWELL: 01625 860729 • ROSEMARY KELLETT: 01625 861428
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FOR
OCTOBER 2015
It’s lovely to be back at Pre-school and it’s a very different year this
year as we had a large group of school leavers move on to main
school. We have sadly said goodbye to Jane Butterworth who was
a long standing member of staff, she will now be helping out more
in Chelford School. We have welcomed 4 new starters - Nirvriti,
Clemency, Jessica and Teddy, who are all settling in really well and
Jasper will be joining us in a few weeks. The sun for now is thankfully
continuing to shine so we have been able to spend lots of time outside
enjoying the school grounds and play area. We are starting to fill our
autumn display board with acorns, scarecrows and autumn leaves
etc. and as the weather changes we will be getting our wellies on to
explore the changing seasons outdoors.
*Note - Toddler Group meets each Wednesday morning in the
school hall at 10-00am until 11-45am.
£1 includes tea, juice and biscuits
The pre-school join them at the end of the session
for “Singing time”
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