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September 2009 Issue 12

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WELL done to road safety campaigner

WHAT’S ON
WHAT’S ON
Pauline Fielding who has been
honoured for her work with the
Roadpeace charity. We’ve got that story
in this month’s edition - and much
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Heswall Horticurtural Society Show, the

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Heswall Artists exhibition and a taste
test at the new Lawns restaurant at
Thornton Hall.

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There’s also weddings, local news and
legal features, as well as a what’s on
guide and business directory.
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come from the local area so please
remember to support your local
businesses.
Jon White
Editor

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Greg Bakewell, of Heswall, married Vicky Elliott, of Neston, at St Mary & St Helen Church, Neston and then held their
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local news
Honour for road safety campaigner
PAULInE Fielding, of Heswall, was invited by
her MP Ben Chapman, to attend a tea party
in Parliament for “heroes”, who have made
an outstanding contribution to the voluntary
sector in their community.
Ben Chapman said: “It was an honour to
attend this event with Pauline Fielding, who
is a tireless campaigner for justice for road
crash victims. She carries out exceptional
work for the charity RoadPeace, which offers
practical and emotional support, raises the
profile of road safety and seeks to challenge
leniency towards those who break traffic
laws. It also provides invaluable advice and
a national helpline.
“I am delighted that Pauline’s work has
been recognised in this way. The charity
has had a significant impact on the lives of
people in Wirral South and across the United
Kingdom.”
After the tea party, Pauline said: “I was
honoured that Ben chose to invite me and
pleased to accept. I had a fantastic time. It
was good to meet the other volunteers and I also enjoyed seeing how Parliament
works.
“our aim at RoadPeace is to end discrimination against road crash victims and to
ensure that road victims will receive decent treatment and services, and that society
will suffer far fewer unnecessary road deaths and injuries in future.
“I would like to thank Ben for all the support he has given, and continues to give,
as my MP. His advice and encouragement have been invaluable and are greatly
appreciated.”
Pauline started the charity following the death of her son Andrew, who was just 18
when he lost his life in a car crash on the A540, in neston, back in 1994
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The importance of
looking after your
pet’s teeth & gums
GUM disease is not only a condition that affects humans
and with large numbers of both dogs and cats developing
gum disease by the age of three years, preventative dental
care has never been more important. Not only can your
animal be in a considerable amount of pain in its mouth,
but bad teeth also have a direct relationship with other
medical conditions including kidney and heart problems
which can lead to more serious health conditions. In sim-
ple terms, gum disease involves complex bacterial infec-
tions. These bacteria can become free in the bloodstream
and travel from the mouth to distant organs, potentially
creating serious disease at such sites.
Periodontal disease is the most common dental condi-
tion affecting dogs and cats. This is where the gums
become infected and inflamed and is caused by bacteria
present in plaque and calculus (tartar). The problem
begins when plaque and calculus are allowed to build up
on a pet’s teeth, especially below the gumline. Some of
the symptoms that your pet may experience include: bad
breath, bleeding and inflammation of the gums, receding
gums and loosening of teeth. Your pet may also have
difficulty eating its food and may continually “paw” at
its mouth.
Preventative treatment to keep the teeth clean is
therefore of great importance. As a vet, I would strongly
recommend an oral hygiene programme that includes
regularly brushing your pets’ teeth with a toothpaste
formulated for animals (never use a toothpaste made for
humans). Diet is also a major factor in the development
of plaque and calculus. Soft or sticky foods should there-
fore be avoided, while certain chewing toys are beneficial.
Our own pet food range “It’s the Vet’s Pet Food” provides
a complete diet to help keep your animals healthy. There
Dental offers to make you smile…
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& products throughout
September*
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are also specially formulated diets with dental benefits
available for dogs – please speak to one of our staff for
further details.
Like most preventative treatments, it is best to start
dental care at an early age. Introduce brushing gradually
and begin by rubbing your pet’s teeth and gums with a
soft cloth wrapped around a finger. Gradually switch over
to a toothbrush designed for pets or to a very soft human
toothbrush. Try to make this a pleasant experience for
your pet and always praise and reward your pet for its
cooperation.
Regular dental check-up visits to your vet are strongly
recommended. Hardened tartar should only be removed
by your vet, as this requires the use of special instru-
ments and equipment. Routine periodontal treatment
performed by a veterinarian typically includes ultrasonic
scaling, subgingival scaling, and polishing. All dental
procedures in pets, including scaling and polishing, are
performed under general anaesthesia, however the current
state-of-the-art of veterinary anaesthesia is such, that this
poses minimal risk in most cases. The adverse effects of
bad teeth on the overall health of the animal also greatly
outweigh the anaesthetic risk.
To keep your pet’s mouth healthy, we have some great
dental offers throughout September to make you smile.
See our advert for further details and to book an appoint-
ment.
Tim Mainland MA,VetMB,MRCVS
Churchview Vets, Wirral
Neston ( 353 0118) and Heswall ( 342 6820)
www.churchviewvets.co.uk
Neston
1 Windle Court,
Clayhill Ind. Est
Tel: 353 0118
Heswall
48 Pensby Road,
Heswall
Tel: 342 6820
www.churchviewvets.co.uk
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We would like to invite you to our open evening.

To celebrate the newly refurbished and extended practice, we would like to invite
you to our open evening on Thursday 17th September, 3.30 pm to 8.00 pm.
• Free tooth whitening consultations.* • Bouncy castle.
• Free consultation for new patients.* • Refreshments available.
• Balloon race. • Free prize draw for existing patients.
We are introducing our own dental care plans, with
the same cost but more benefits. Please ask for details.
Please feel free to bring along anyone who may be interested in our services.

We think you’re worth it

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57 Pensby Road, Heswall, Wirral, Merseyside CH60 7RB
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MAKE A WILL -
BUT AT WHAT PRICE?
THERE used to be a
slogan that “Making a Will
won’t kill you”.
The whole point of
making a Will is to make
sure that you decide who
receives the assets within
your estate so it does not
fall under the intestacy
rules or leave you with
unnecessary inheritance
tax implications
However, who you
choose to prepare
your Will might have
consequences that do
not coincide with your
intentions, warns Maxwell circumstances and tailored to their
Hodge Solicitors. requirements.
Recently there have been situations It is therefore vital that proper advice is
where people have died and their loved sought from solicitors to guarantee that
ones produce the Will only to find that the your assets are left to those you love and
gifts are invalid, as the Will has not been they won’t experience disappointment
properly drafted. after you have died because the Will has
There are many advertisements in not been drafted correctly.
newspapers of companies who advertise our Lifetime Planning Department
as “Will writing companies” but, offers specialist advice regarding wills,
a) who regulates them? inheritance tax planning, applications
b) what happens to the Wills they store if for probate and administration, lasting
they go out of business? powers of attorney, registration of
c) what qualifications do they have? enduring powers of attorney, and care
d) are they insured if they are negligent? home advice.
You will often find that their Wills are
“kitchen sink” i.e. include everything just If you would like to make an
in case something is missed, but it is by
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appointment to make a Will or for

using that method that errors are made
and gifts are then invalid.
As a firm of solicitors, we are governed
by the Law Society and are covered by
insurance, and at Maxwell Hodge we
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are specific to each client’s individual
advice regarding a Will that you
have already had drawn up, or any
other legal advice, contact solicitors
Margaret Gordon or Jennifer Howell
on 0151 342 6447 at Maxwell Hodge
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Taste Test
The Lawns Restaurant, Thornton Hall Hotel
T hornton Hall’s
restaurant has
undergone some
big changes from its
previous incarnation as
the Italian Rooms. With
contemporary flashes in
the tableware and now
named The Lawns, it
boasts stunning views
of the hall’s gardens and
can comfortably seat
approximately 50 people.
New head chef Gordon
Campbell is already
putting his own stamp on
the menu and comes to
Thornton Hall with a big
reputation. It is clear that
there is great enthusiasm
amongst the staff as they
embark on an exciting
period of change and
there is no doubt that the
restaurant is heading in
the right direction.
The restaurant’s midweek
lunch offers a variety of
well constructed dishes,
using stunningly fresh
seasonal ingredients
sourced locally. Starters
include seared red
mullet and pressed
terrine of ham hock with
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piccalilli. The seared
red mullet in particular
was cooked perfectly
and was balanced with
a zingy basil pesto.
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the main course is the
exquisite grilled salmon
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with sautéed potato and
wilted spinach, but our
favourite was definitely
the pea and spring
onion risotto which was
deliciously creamy. The
peas, in particular, were
bursting with freshness as
if they had been picked
that very morning and
cut through the creamy
risotto, creating a perfectly
balanced dish.
Restaurant manager
Olivier Gamory served
two wines, a delightful
Chardonnay which
perfectly complemented
the freshness of the
salmon and a red Pinot
Noir which went well with
the ham hock terrine.
Olivier explained that
the Paul Jacqueson
label, which is from
the Bourgogne area, is
not easy to find in his
native France so it is a
considerable coup for the
restaurant to secure such
an exclusive brand.
Thornton Hall have
already earned two AA
rosettes and the aim is
to add another this year.
Olivier explained that their
exciting menu is constantly
evolving according to
the seasons, so that the
vegetables and meats fit
in perfectly with the time
of year.
Remarkably, such a
fantastic dining experience
does not cost the earth.
The midweek lunch menu
offers two courses for
£13.95 and three courses
for just £15.95. The three
course Sunday lunch
offers a greater range
of dishes and costs just
£18.45. Even better, from
1st October the restaurant
will offer a three course
Sunday lunch dinner menu
with a bottle of wine for
£39 per couple.
Highly recommended.
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local news
 CRIME has plummeted in
Heswall, according to the latest
figures.
Heswall neighbourhood Inspector
Kate Cunningham says that
incidents have dropped by 35 per
cent in the three months between
April and July.
The main success involves motor
crime which has fallen by nearly
70 per cent as a result of proactive
policing methods and more foot
patrols in the area.
She is also happy to report that
violent crime is down by 43 per cent
from the same period last year.
HESWALL Artist Association & Wirral
 THoRnTon Hough Village Green Potters held their exhibition in Heswall
has again been given the Green Parish Hall last month. The Mayor &
Flag award, which recognises high Mayoress of Wirral Andrew & Kathy
standards in recreational areas. Hodson officially opened the show.
The paintings were judged by Bob
 ROBBERS fled empty handed Goldsborough and Jenny Holland of
after raiding the Cottage Loaf pub in Gallery 2000 who also donated vouchers.
Thurstaston last month. The Mayor also presented the awards
The bar manager and his partner helped by chairman Ernie Ellwood and
were threatened by the knife Margaret McMullin. The winners were Ann
wielding men as they cashed up but Blake, Ed Brown, Ellen Ellis, Lesley Fisher,
after struggling with the intruders Pat Minter, Margaret Ransome and Malcom
they managed to lock them out of Young.
the premises.

JEnnY Howlett was installed as the 51st President of

Heswall Inner Wheel Club in July 2009.
The club’s aim is to foster friendship and service,
supporting charities both home and overseas by
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organising events to raise money. It also supports

the members of Heswall Rotary Club in their many
service and fund raising activities.
The Club meets on the first Thursday of the month
at the Grange Hotel for dinner followed by a speaker
and a short Business Meeting. 19
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Above, left: Judith Clegg got a first for her lace cap hydrangea as well as
winning a prize in the muffin section.
Above, right: Katherine Hannon was second in the home made loaf section.
Below: Customer George Battle buys a climbing fuchsia from the plant stall
manned by Heather Hewitt and Sheila Drew.
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Heswall’s blooming good show

THE Heswall Horticultural Society annual show was a big success.
Good crowds turned up at Heswall Hall last month for the colourful show featuring the
finest flowers, fruit, veg and home baked produce.
The Mayor of Wirral, Cllr Andrew Hodson and his wife Kathy, who live in Lower Heswall,
officially opened the show.
Pictured, above, The Mayor and Mayoress of Wirral Andrew and Kathy Hodson
with society chairman Michael Idden.

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Above: Sue Linley’s floral arrangement

won her a first prize.
Right: Society secretary Derek Huish was
1st in the Bramley apple section and also
got a second prize for his eating apples.
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Beautiful Barn is the
perfect place to dine
T
HE Barn is a spectacular award win-
ning 400-year-old converted dairy
farm set in beautiful Cheshire country-
side on the outskirts of Chester.
The impressive renovation has resulted in a
striking interior filled with character with a
range of charming features including the large,
chic open plan restaurant, striking bar area
and impressive chandeliers hanging from the
farms original beams. With its large bar area
and outside terrace The Barn is the perfect
place to while away the day, whether drinking
or dining.
Its beautiful décor is complemented by a
menu of eclectic cuisine with a focus on using
the freshest seasonal ingredients from around
the region which changes monthly offering it’s
customers even more variety.
Proprietor Sam Sharter has been in the
business for 27 years, with successful spell at
Netherton Hall, in Frodsham and The Park-
gate Hotel, Parkgate.
He acquired Sandfield Farm in August 2006
and two years later he opened up The Barn.
Head Chef is Nicolas Walton, the Welsh Chef
of the year and acolyte to Marco Pierre White
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and Anton Mosimann. Describing his style
as ‘eclectic, Nicolas’s passion for fresh local
produce shines through in his dishes.
The Barn offers its customers variety with an à
la carte menu which changes on average every
3-4 weeks in keeping with the season and local
produce available.
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Customers can also enjoy The Barn’s beautiful
surroundings over lunch with a selection of
lighter bites, sandwiches and an impressive
range of teas and coffees to choose from.
The Barn believes that its extensive wine &
draft beer selection is an integral part of the
dining experience.
They are proud to offer a selection of draft &
bottled beers from all over the world which are
distinctive in taste and character. Favorites like
Timothy Taylor Landlord, Lancaster Bomber,
Warsteiner and Amstel make the perfect
accompaniment to The Barn’s eclectic food
menu.
The Barn’s wine list, like its food, is con-
stantly evolving, it offers a glimpse of all grape
varieties that are produced from all over the
world and enables The Barn to provide a great
selection of choice to its customers and a range
of prices to suit every occasion.
The Barn, Sandfield Farm
Chester Road, Bridge Trafford
Chester, CH2 4JR
Tel 01244 303100
www.thebarncheshire.co.uk
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Restaurant & Bar

Contemporary,
elegant dining
in a stunning,
rustic setting

The perfect venue with space to think & peace to focus

The award-winning Barn restaurant offers its customers variety with an a la
carte menu which changes on average every 3-4 weeks in keeping with the
season and local produce available.
Customers can also enjoy The Barn’s beautiful surroundings over lunch with a
selection of lighter bites, sandwiches and a fine selection of casks and continen-
tal beers and wines.
Sunday lunch menu available from 12noon-6pm, two courses for £15.95
The Barn is situated on Chester Road, Bridge Trafford, just five miles outside
Chester city centre

Visit www.thebarncheshire.co.uk
for more information or to see a sample menu
To make a reservation call 01244 303100
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Be TravelWise this summer!

ThIs summer, a new TravelWise initiative is coming to heswall, Pensby and Irby
to offer free travel, advice, information and discounts to local residents.
The initiative is part of the TravelWise
Merseyside campaign to help people make
smarter travel choices, walking, cycling,
public transport and car sharing.
It couldn’t be easier to join in. Just a
ten-minute chat with a member of the
TravelWise team will open up a range
of travel options and offers designed
specifically for you.
How do I find out more?
Call Freephone 0800 783 2028 or email
TravelWise@jmp.co.uk to book a time for
one of the team to call round and have a
chat.
Look out for our TravelWise team over the
next few weeks. They will be visiting your
street soon wearing bright red uniforms
with the TravelWise logo and carrying an ID
badge and business cards.
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What’s in it for me?
Joining in means you could
benefit from a range of
incentives including:
l Free week’s bus travel
l Discount at local cycle shops
l Pedometers
l The chance to enter our
fantastic prize draw
And much, much more!
The Travel Advisors can help you
save money and time on your
travel and help you stay fit and
healthy whether it’s for regular
journeys to work, leisure trips
at the weekend or evening,
or making one off trips to
somewhere special.

We look forward to meeting you!

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ABBEY GATE COLLEGE

Saighton Grange, Chester CH3 6EN

OPEN DAY
Aldford School 3 - 5.30pm
(age 4 - 11)
Abbey Gate College 5.30 - 8pm
Thursday 24th September 2009 (age 11 - 18)

We look forward to seeing you when you will have the

opportunity to meet our pupils and teachers
We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that aims to meet
all the needs of our pupils, providing an education for life.
• Excellence in Pastoral Care
• Wide range of extra-curricular activities
• Outstanding Music Department
• Strong academic results
• New Sixth Form Centre
• New facilities in Art, Science, Design and Technology
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For further details please contact Admissions 01244 332077

or email admin@abbeygatecollege.co.uk for a prospectus.

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HAPPY 25th BIRTHDAY

Fox & Hounds
Barnston Village,
Wirral
CH61 1BW

It’s 25 years since licensee Ralph Leech moved to ‘The Fox’ in september 1984
when it had just a bar and the snug. The yard at the back was the car park.
Many changes were made in the early years when the lounge was created from
the old tea rooms and the addition of the car park created what has become a very
popular and traditional local venue for socialising and drinking with its range of
six cask ales featuring regular beers and guest ales together with five lagers, over 60
whiskies and 12 wines by the glass.
The Fox is renowned for its traditional good value, high quality lunch time menu
ENTERTAINMENT

served from 12-2pm, which is now complemented by new starters and lighter
lunches, together with the ever popular regular main course menu, salad platters,
toasties, open sandwiches and baked potatoes together with the ever popular
scrumptious desserts. The menu includes traditional roasts on sundays, served till
2.30pm.
Tables can be reserved on 0151 648 7685
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WHAT’S ON IN SEPTEMBER
Wednesday 23rd September
Fashion Show presented by Sue Huntington, Hulme Hall, Port Sunlight, 7.30pm for
8pm. In aid of RnLI Lifeboats, Hoylake
Tickets £10 - Bar and Raffle. Enquiries 342 6434

Saturday 26th September

Attic Sale by Windmill Sales, Heswall Hall, 2-4pm. Admission 30p, oAPs 20p, children
free. Enquiries or to book a table, call Gary Banks 342 4959 or 0777 649 2112

Saturday 26th September

Midnight Walk in aid of St. John’s Hospice. Details 0151 334 2778. www.stjohnshospice.org

October
Thursday 8th October
Fashion Show in aid of the north West Cancer Research Fund, Heswall Committee,
at Westwood Grange Hotel, Thornton Hough, 7.45pm. Compered by Heswall fashion
shop Suzi G. Tickets £8 available from
Suzi G’s shop and Linghams, Heswall
The
Saturday 10th October
Attic Sale at Heswall Hall, 2-4pm. Call
Marsh Cat
Gary Banks on 342 4959.
Good quality food from
14th-17th October
Heswall operatic Society present Big
around the world
Band and Broadway, featuring the Wirral Inclusive Lunch Menu (Served Mon - Sat 12 - 2.30pm)
Schools Big Band at Gladstone Theatre, 2 Courses £9.50
Port Sunlight - 7:30pm.
Inclusive Dinner Menu
(Served Mon, Tues 6 - 9pm, Wed, Thur 6-9.30pm, Fri 6 - 10pm,
WIRRAL WILDLIFE EVENTS Sat 5 - 10pm, Sun 5.30-9pm)
Friday 11th September
Katie Lowe: orchards in Cheshire – the
2 Courses £12.50
Work of the Cheshire Landscape Trust. Inclusive Sunday Lunch (Served 12 - 3pm)
Room B, Heswall Hall, 7.30pm. 2 Courses £11.50
Friday 18th September
national Moth night Event. Claremont
Farm. 7.30pm. Join Alan Creaser
and members of Wirral Wildlife in an
ENTERTAINMENT

evening ‘expedition’ to get up close to

moths. Call 0151 327 4793
Saturday 3rd October
Apple Day, Brimstage Hall. 2 - 4pm.
Sunday 4th October
Apple Day, Eastham Country Park,
2 - 4pm.
1 Mostyn Sq, Parkgate
Tel 0151 336 1963
Web www.marshcat.com email: info@marshcat.com
Christmas menus now available.
Pick up or view on line
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 Useful numbers and info
Clubs
Dee Sailing Club
Station Road, Thurstaston. Tel 648 2300
Concert Band
Rehearsals on Sundays 9:45am-12noon in
the Scout Hall, Sandy Lane. Tel 342 1944
Film Society
Films shown on nine Wednesdays each year
at 7.45pm in Heswall Hall. Tel 342 2379 or
visit www.heswallfilmsoc.org.uk
Flower Club
Meet 2nd Wednesday of the month, 8pm at
Alexander Hall, Rocky Lane. Tel 342 2060
Heswall Society
Established for the public benefit to conserve
the heritage of the parish. Contact Carolyn
Eddowes on 342 5066
Horticultural Society
Meetings on the first Monday of the month at
7.30pm in Heswall Hall. Tel 342 8204
Lawn Tennis Club
Quarry Road East, Heswall. Tel 342 1775
Model Aircraft Club
Meets each Friday evening at the clubhouse
at Gayton. Web www.deesidemac.fsnet.co.uk
National Trust Association
For local members of The national Trust
- organises social events, speakers and
outings to places of interest. Tel 342 2847
Operatic Society
www.heswalloperatic.co.uk
Photographic Society
Meetings held at St.Peters Centre, Village
Road, Lower Heswall. Tel 648 5787
Riverside Players
Amateur dramatics company, based in
Heswall, with rehearsals at Richmond Hall
USEFUL NUMBERS
on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings.
Visit www.riverside-players.org.uk
Rotary Club
Heswall group meets every Thursday at
The Grange, Thornton Hough at 12.45pm.
Secretary 342 2370
Round Table
Social club with a conscience open to men
28 between 18 and 45, meeting at The Black
What’s red and eats rocks? A red rock eater
Horse, Lower Heswall & other venues. Tel
342 9159
Senior Swimmers
open to anyone over 50, for “serious “ or light
exercise, at Caldy Grange Swimming Pool
every Friday morning Tel. 342 3703
Squash Club
Brimstage Road, Heswall. Tel 348 4732
Soroptimists
The group meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays
of the month at the Grange, Liverpool Road,
neston. Tel 342 3446
Wirral WIldlife
The local branch of Cheshire Wildlife Trust.
www.wirralwildlife.co.uk Tel 342 1395.
Woolgatherers
Heswall-based drama group. new members
welcome. Call 648 2717
Useful Numbers
MP
Ben Chapman, Wirral South. Tel 643 8797
Stephen Hesford, Wirral West. Tel 522 0531
Councillors
Peter Johnson, 342 1399
Leslie Rowlands 342 2454
Andrew Hodson 342 6253
Surgeries held on the first Saturday in the
month at Heswall Library, 10.30am-12noon
Police
Heswall Police Station. non-emergencies
call: 709 6010. Monday - Friday 10am-5pm
Richmond Hall
Community based Hall in School Hill Heswall
available for hire to local community groups .
Contact 342 5742
Schools
Barnston Primary. Tel 342 5229
Gayton Primary. Tel 342 3772
Heswall Primary. Tel 342 7491
St Peter’s CE Primary. Tel 342 2556
Travel
Co-op Travel, 206 Telegraph Road, Heswall. tel
342 6103
Wirral Council
General switchboard 0151 606 2000
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Garden Services Chauffeur

All aspects of tree work and CHAUFFEUR

HEDGE TRIMMING
Stump Removal
5 Star Service y Corporate & Sporting Events
Ian Hand Weddings & Family Events y Airport Transfers

Tree and Garden Services Business Trips y Long and Short Term Contracts

0151 336 5975 Call us on 0151 342 7987 or 07845 102 265
enquiries@wheretocars.co.uk
Fully insured. Free estimates www.wheretocars.co.uk

Aerials Dog Grooming Furniture repair

APEX Aerial Services
All types supplied,
erected and repaired.Tel
336 2661
Mob: 07866 073583
Anytime, 7 days
Established over 25
years
PROMOTE YOUR
BUSINESS LOCALLY!
ADVERTISE IN THE
HESWALL LOCAL FOR
JUST £15 A MONTH
HESWALL THE FURNITURE
GROOMING REPAIR COMPANY
q All types of furniture repairs,
All sizes of loose joints, water and heat marks
dogs and cats removed, French polishing
welcome q Traditional caning
q Leather repairs, scuffs, burns,
Bathing, grooming,
scratches etc
de-matting, clipping, q Reupholstery, broken springs,
ear & nailcare new webbings
Free pick-up & return
Tel 0151 678 3888
Call Lucie on
Mob 07958 712781
0151 342 7028 Unit 10, Mill House, Holt Avenue
or 07714 351378 Moreton, Wirral

Driveways & Patios

DRIVEWAY & PATIO

SPECIALISTS
McLEOD’S
l Indian Stone DRIVEWAYS
& PATIOS
l Block Paving
l Fencing
l Pattern imprinted
concrete Traditional block paving and flag-laying
DIRECTORY

Garden walls, LED lighting

Design Service Available
Cleaning and waterproof sealant service
For an affordable quote
please call Steve on
0151 356 5396 FREE QUOTATIONS
07716 870153 TEL 0151 200 5049 (HOME)
07947 022497 (MOB)
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Drainage Decorating Garden Design

/ Painting
GORDON HATTON
& COMPANY
Drainage Consultants
I.J.M.
EST 1965
PAINTING &
Blocked Drains Cleared
CCTV Drain Surveys DECORATING
Drains Relayed
Drains Relined
TEL IAN
Septic Tanks 0151 632 5656
0151 336 2287 or
07973 842010
Glazing
Electrical
Glaze-rite: Misted units
BARRY MORRIS
replaced, all glazing work,
PAINTING & DECORATING
SERVICES lead repairs, UPVC fitted
Private & Commercial
and PVC repairs. Tel 0151
342 0059 / 078375 84482
no job too big or too small
www.glaze-rite.com
All types of domestic and Interior & Exterior

commercial work carried Time Served Tradesman with Handyman

25+ years experience
out by Part P registered
electricians. FREE ESTIMATES
Handyman
Tel Paul TEL: 0151 339 5924
Services
0151 632 1550 MOBILE: 07790243159 l Plumbing & Tiling
07969 598336 l Painting & Wallpaper
l Laminate Flooring
Excavation l Flat Pack
Table / Chair Couture l and much more
No job too small
Covers & Bows
Chair couture and
venue dressing to
Davies Bros For quality and reliability
call Bill on
create the perfect look
Gardens & Drives Dug Out
Land Drainage 327 6883 or 07768 792251
Free estimates
Pond Excavations
Top Soil Available Handyman Service
DIRECTORY

z Chair Covers & Sashes

Small Demolition Painting & Decorating,
z Table Runners & Swags Mini Digger & Driver Hire roofing Paving, Gutter
z Dressed Bay Trees
z Candelabras
Contact James on: cleaning, gardening and
Table Plans
z
all DIY, (24 hours) Tel
For prices and further details
0151 336 4637
34
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tel Ronda 07769 664953
www.coversandbows.co.uk or 07990765605
0151 342 0059 / 078375
84482

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Plastering Plumbing
r Bathroom installations
r Showers and tiling
r Taps, toilet & basins
r New radiators
r Bursts and leaks
r Free Estimates
r No callout charge
Tel 342 7067
20% OFF DURING AUG & SEPT Mob 07799557700
Plumbing
M Axon
n Plumbing
Central Heating & n Bathrooms
Plumbing Specialists
n Tiling
Installation
Service No job too small, call Ray
Repair Corgi & IPHE Registered
0151 336 1508
A friendly and reliable
local business
Established for over 25 years
Mob 07789 817652
www.rwhplumbing.com
0151 336 1965 Outside taps supplied
07747797110 and fitted from £49
www.maxonplumbing.co.uk
Tarmac
Colin Whatmore
Plumbing, Heating CALDY TARMAC
(R. EATON & SONS)
and Gas Services FOR QUALITY
* Central Heating WORK & SERVICE
* Boiler Swaps Tel 342 6299
* Bathroom Installations
The Depot,
* Landlord Certs
Station Road,
Covering the Wirral area Barnston Wirral
0151 200 0539
Mob 07966 474960
26 years experience
I was so ugly as a baby that my mum fed me with a catapult.
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e-mail info@heswall-local.com
Tool Hire
2 Counties
tool Hire
Tel 0151 342 3366
l Service/repairs/sharpening
all makes of garden machinery
l Domestic and professional
l Lawn mowers, strimmers,
ride on tractors, chain saws,
cement mixers, hedge cutters etc.
l Hire equipment
l 25 years experience.
YoU CAn
ADVERTISE
In HESWALL
LoCAL FoR
JUST £15 A
MONTH!
Wills
Will In Time Ltd
Will In Time Ltd
Provide local, friendly and
Provide local, friendly and professional services in the comfort of your
own home including :
-
professional
Single/Couples Wills
services in the comfort
-
- of your
Will Trusts
Property ownfrom
Protection home including:
Local Authority Care Fees
l Single/Couples Wills
- Powers Of Attorney
Fixed fees apply to all services
l Will Trusts
Call Colin to discuss your requirements and obtain a free quote on
l Property Protection from
DIRECTORY
0151 348 0181 or 07971 434458
Local Authority Care Fees
l Powers Of Attorney
Fixed fees apply to all services
Call Colin to discuss your
requirements and obtain a free
quote on 0151 348 0181 or
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