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4Ka xIn this editionFrom the bar, with Rich... 8In your home... 16HCCS update... 20Katy meets... Webb House 28Holmes Chapel Partnership update... 38Holmes Chapel Village Fair... 42Spark Lane Nurseries... 48Days Out & Meals Out reviews... 52Patient Participation Group... 56Eco tips for our villages... 60Lofts, their hidden potential... 62Our local heritage... 66Ready reference... 70Contacting us...Katy O’Regankaty@archpublications.comDavid Crawforddavid@archpublications.comFor all enquires & bookings 01477 518 252Welcome & Contents...The Villages Mag is part of01477 518 252 • thevillagesmag.comfor advertising information www.archpublications.comAS I write this, we are still in June, experiencing a heatwave. I wonder if the scorching temperatures will persist as we enter July. It's peculiar because I typically enjoy the heat, especially when on holiday in hot countries. However, I ﬁnd myself constantly trying to stay cool these days. My heart goes out to our two dogs, Jake and Teddy, who struggle in this heat due to their furry coats. We've provided them with a doggy paddling pool to cool off, but all they've done so far is drink the water!July marks the beginning of the school summer holidays, and I have an exciting adventure planned with my son. We're embarking on a journey through Vietnam, staying in hostels, taking overnight trains, and spending a few nights on a junk boat. I'm ﬁlled with anticipation since, in my younger days, I never had the opportunity to travel extensively, only reaching as far as Fuerteventura!While I'm away, my husband will remain at home, taking care of our business, Villages Mag, as well as our beloved dogs. Each holds equal importance in our lives. This year, we've decided to introduce an additional magazine edition in September. Some of our advertisers shared that when we don't publish a magazine, they experience a quieter month. Therefore, we made the decision to include an 11th edition to meet their needs.I am eagerly looking forward to the Holmes Chapel Summer Celebration in a couple of weeks. There are so many great things planned for the weekend. London Road will be closed on Friday night, allowing our wonderful bars to open and spill onto the street. My husband and I will be volunteering on Friday, and we also have a stall at the Village Fair at the Vic Club on Sunday, so it will be a busy weekend for us!I hope you have a fantastic July, and I look forward to speaking with you very soon.Business InsightsScan to Listen & Subscribearchpublications.com/podcast

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AT POP PETAL SBy Jane BowdenM: 07591 96475428a London Road,Holmes Chapel CW4 7AJ10am - 8pmMonday/TuesdayThursdays Ear Piercing | Eye Treatments Lash and BrowHands & Feet Manicure, Pedicure, Gel PolishMassage | Facials | Micro Derma FacialsHopi- Ear Candles | WaxingElectrolysis Permanent hair removal &is eﬀecve on all skin tones & hair colour typesNow open on Tuesdays too!Why not book a relaxing facial or massage...or any other treatment from belowDOMESTIC · COMMERCIAL · INDUSTRIAL REWIRES · NEW INSTALLSINSPECTION & TESTINGCCTV · SMART HOME INTEGRATIONFULLY INSUREDLocal family business offering consultation for indoor & outdoor electrical projects. Working with you every step of the process until completion.FULLY APPROVED ELECTRICIANFullyWiredCheshire07989 174875info@fully-wired.co.ukWe have a range of cards for a oasions in stock 2-3 Church Walk, Holmes Chapel CW4 7AZ01477 533554w.holmesgisandinteriors.co.ukSearch for us on socials HOLMES GIFTS & INTERIORSTree Surgeon Holmes ChapelYour local trusted tree surgeonALAN BETHELL LTDwww.treesurgeonsholmeschapel.co.ukinfo@treesurgeonsholmeschapel.co.ukCall us for a free quotation on:01477 533 900Hedge Trimming • Tree Pruning • Tree FellingStump Grinding • Wall Climbing Plants Pruned“We always use and would highly recommend Alan and his team for any work you would need doing in your garden, they are very professional and leave my garden and trees looking amazing every time”Sarah “Alan and his team have consistently provided excellent and amazing service for the parish council, ranging from large tree removal and annual maintenance at the community centre and often at short notice, many other tree and hedge activities around the village”Holmes Chapel Parish council

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8LAST issue, I gave you a number of awesome cocktails, perfect for these hot summer days (and nights!), and this month I’m going to conclude with a number of gorgeous alcohol-free cocktails that will be just as much fun for the kids as for those wishing to stay off the booze.Again, you can make these as complicated or as simple as you want to, but as with most things, the more time and effort you put in, the tastier the end result. A simple syrup is, as the name suggests, equal measures of sugar and water simmered until the sugar dissolves and the liquid thickens. To make a fruit syrup, simply add 500g of fruit to the mix, skimming off any foam as it boils. Sieve, and pour into a sterile jar or bottle for a delicious sweet fruity hit whenever you want.An Agua Fresca is a refreshing Mexican drink made with fresh fruit or seeds, a touch of sweetness and a zing of lime. Take 500g of your favourite fruit, pineapple, honeydew melon, mango or passionfruit work really well here, add 2tbs of sugar and 2 tbs of lime juice and a cup (250ml) of water to a blender. Blitz until smooth, and press through a ﬁne sieve into a large jug. Add another 4-500ml of water, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. Tweak the sugar and lime if you think it needs it, and pour over a tall glass ﬁlled with ice.This Ginger-Peach ﬁzz starts off with a simple syrup infused with 2tbs of crushed ginger. Add the ginger to your sugar and water, simmer for a few minutes until all the sugars dissolved. Remove from the heat, and steep for half an hour. Sieve the mixture, and chill well. In a hi-ball glass, take a couple of slices of fresh peach, pressing with the back of a spoon to release some juices. Add a couple of glugs of the ginger syrup, ﬁll the glass up with ice and then top with soda, decorate with a couple of mint leaves.Fancy a slushie? This super easy refreshing mint slushie is so easy to do, and takes no time at all to make. Put 400ml of lemonade, a big handful of fresh mint leaves, and 2 tall glasses of ice into a blender and blitz until it’s all combined. Pour into a glass, and chill. Personally, I love this with a good glug of coconut rum... yum.Until next time.Rich, The Beer Emporium Bottle BankFrom the bar, with Rich

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12Love this Village? Love spending time in this great community? If yes, then the Summer Celebration is the weekend for you! Join us for a weekend of fun and community spirit!Friday 7th July 6-11pm For one night only, the Parish Council is funding the closure of London Road through the centre of the village to enable residents to come together and enjoy a relaxing evening in our remarkable historic centre!To entertain you during that evening will be the fantastic Dane Sound radio and the Heritage Jazz quartet! Local businesses will be open and there will be some additional food and drink venues for you to enjoy. Don’t miss out!Saturday 8th July The Holmes Chapel Chorus “Night At The Musicals” 7pm at Holmes Chapel Leisure CentreA concert with a difference! You are invited to bring along a summer picnic for the interval which is usually approximately 45 mins. It’s a great way to enjoy a summer’s evening with family and friends.Tickets cost £10 and are available from any Chorus member or by emailing holmeschapelchorus@gmail.comSunday 9th JulyHolmes Chapel Village Fair. Head down to the Victoria Club for great family entertainment - stalls, fair and much more!Happy to Chat Benches Holmes Chapel Youth Council had the idea to designate a couple of our public benches as places where passers by; dog walkers, joggers, parents with pushchairs or other locals can spend just a couple of minutes chatting to a stranger as they pass by.Two seats have recently been ﬁtted with ‘Happy to Chat’ signs saying ‘Sit here if you don’t mind somebody stopping to say hello’. If you can spare a few minutes as you go about your day then you could make a real difference to others.Loneliness is one of the most signiﬁcant health concerns - the benches provide an opportunity for those who would appreciate a chat. Our ofﬁce is generally open Tuesday to Friday mornings, 9am to 12 noon.Clerk of the Council,Holmes Chapel Parish Council,1 Church Walk, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire. CW4 7AZ01477 533 934 | 07484 904 899clerk@holmeschapelparishcouncil.gov.uk www.holmeschapelparishcouncil.gov.ukContacting the Parish CouncilParish Council news...Would you like to play a role in this event? We are looking for local volunteers to be stewards. Please contact the Clerk to register your interest in volunteering: clerk@holmeschapelparishcouncil.gov.ukPlease note:Bring your own chairs if you wish to set up in the village centre.Parking is limited, so walk if you can.No BBQs or drinking glasses are allowed.Please leave your dogs at home.

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16In your home...WELCOME to a new feature page in The Villages Mag! As I have mentioned before, we are incredibly fortunate to have a wide range of experts in various industries right here in the heart of Holmes Chapel. One such gem is The Design House by Interior Movies, located on the retail park behind Cheshire Pet. They offer a stunning selection of home decor items, ranging from elegant lamps to comfortable lounge furniture, from scented candles to plush cushions. Additionally, they provide exceptional interior design services.Every month, we will showcase a few handpicked items from their extensive stock to provide you with inspiration for transforming your own home.Adding ﬁnishing touches to your home decor is essential for several reasons. Here are a few:Personalisation: Finishing touches allow you to infuse your unique personality and style into your space. They help create a sense of identity and make your home feel truly yours.Coherence and Unity: Finishing touches tie the various elements of your decor together, creating a cohesive and harmonious look. They act as the ﬁnal layer that brings everything together, ensuring that your space feels complete and well-designed.Visual Interest: Finishing touches add visual interest and create focal points within your space. They can be eye-catching statement pieces, artwork, or small decorative accents that draw attention and make your decor more visually appealing.Warmth and Comfort: Finishing touches, such as cozy throw blankets, plush cushions, or soft rugs, add warmth and comfort to your home. They create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere, making your space feel cozy and inviting.Reﬂection of Lifestyle: Finishing touches can reﬂect your lifestyle and interests. They can showcase your hobbies, travel experiences, or personal preferences, making your home a true reﬂection of who you are. Statement table lamp , slender lady with black shade with gold inner lining - new in stock at £85.00. Fabulous aromas with our new range of diffuser and matching candle that make fabulous gifts as they come in a lovely presentation box. Candle £46.00, Diffuser £55.00.The Design House can custom make cushions from a wide selection of beautiful fabrics and whatever size ﬁts your speciﬁcations.In addition, they are now a stockist of Laura Ashley light ﬁttings and we are able to order from a wide variety of table, ﬂoor and ceiling lights.

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18 Your Local, Professional Printing Service in Holmes Chapel ● Business & Retail Service ● Leaflets, Posters, Banners ● Booklets, Cards & more... ● Photocopying & Binding 5 Church Walk, Holmes Chapel CW4 7AZ Tel: 01477 549682 www.theprintroomcw4.co.uk THE PRINT ROOM GRAND PLANS FOR OUTDOOR SPACESHARD & SOFT LANDSCAPINGDRIVEWAYS • PATIOS & PAVING07946 363 686WWW.SR-LANDSCAPES.CO.UKSR Landscapes, established in 1981, are your friendly & reliable landscaping team. We are proud members of:Need a Podiatrist or Physio?For information on all our services visit: restorephysio.co.ukFor information on all our services visit: restorephysio.co.ukHolmes Chapel PodiatryHolmes Chapel PodiatryNail SurgeryCallus/Corn removalBiomechanicsIngrown toenailsVerruca treatmentDiabetic assessmentWoundcare management advice Vascular assessments Restore PhysiotherapyRestore PhysiotherapyBack PainNeck PainInjury managementPost operative careSports Rehabilitation/MassagePilates AssessmentPain ManagementAcupunctureBook your appointment todayBook your appointment today01477 668 59701477 668 597Book your appointment todayBook your appointment today01477 549 94901477 549 949

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19 Your Local, Professional Printing Service in Holmes Chapel ● Business & Retail Service ● Leaflets, Posters, Banners ● Booklets, Cards & more... ● Photocopying & Binding 5 Church Walk, Holmes Chapel CW4 7AZ Tel: 01477 549682 www.theprintroomcw4.co.uk THE PRINT ROOM GRAND PLANS FOR OUTDOOR SPACESHARD & SOFT LANDSCAPINGDRIVEWAYS • PATIOS & PAVING07946 363 686WWW.SR-LANDSCAPES.CO.UKSR Landscapes, established in 1981, are your friendly & reliable landscaping team. We are proud members of:Need a Podiatrist or Physio?For information on all our services visit: restorephysio.co.ukFor information on all our services visit: restorephysio.co.ukHolmes Chapel PodiatryHolmes Chapel PodiatryNail SurgeryCallus/Corn removalBiomechanicsIngrown toenailsVerruca treatmentDiabetic assessmentWoundcare management advice Vascular assessments Restore PhysiotherapyRestore PhysiotherapyBack PainNeck PainInjury managementPost operative careSports Rehabilitation/MassagePilates AssessmentPain ManagementAcupunctureBook your appointment todayBook your appointment today01477 668 59701477 668 597Book your appointment todayBook your appointment today01477 549 94901477 549 9499.8/10UK MANUFACTUREDMODERN CLASSIC TRADITIONAL CONTEMPORARY Call us now for a free estimate: THE UK’S #1 KITCHEN MAKEOVER EXPERTS› Up to 50% less than a new fully ﬁ tted kitchen› From simple door replacements to complete ﬁ tted kitchens› Fully installed by local professionals in just a few days› Choose from a large selection of doors, worktops and appliancesdreamdoors.co.ukQUALITY BEDROOM MAKEOVERS BY LOCAL PROFESSIONALS› Bespoke sliding wardrobes› Styles to suit every home› Wide range of colours and ﬁ nishes to choose fromdreamdoorsbedrooms.co.ukUnit 1 Bradwall Court,24 Bradwall Road,Sandbach, CW11 1GE01270 550065

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20OUR last few weeks have been incredibly busy with the start of the GCSE written examinations. So far, we have delivered 34 hours of examination time and a total of 2023 examination papers. It is a huge achievement for our Year 11 students. We really appreciate the discipline and dedication our children have shown to help them secure their best outcomes. We hope that the half term holiday provides a much needed break from revision but also additional time for independent study to support the ﬁnal stages of examinations.Remembering Nell Creative Writing Competition 2023 The standard of the entries was incredibly high. Congratulations to our three winners. 1st - Lottie Carey2nd - Esme Warren 3rd - Claire BishopKey stage 3 drama evening of performance! Since January students in years 7-9 have been preparing for an evening of performance on the 13th of June. During this time, students have been working really hard to write their own scripts and choreograph their own scenes based on the theme of ‘Summer’.South Cheshire Athletics Championships On Tuesday 9th May we took a group of Athletes to compete in the South Cheshire Athletics Championships. These students had the potential to be selected and represent South Cheshire, what a fantastic opportunity. All of the students were outstanding, performing to the best of their ability. It was great to see such team spirit from all, as they cheered each other on in their events. We also had some fantastic results from both our Junior and Inter team. Well done to all. A Huge thank you from the PE department, as it was such a pleasure to take an amazing group of students, you all did the school and yourselves proud showing fantastic character, determination and resilience. Congratulations to all the winners and good luck representing Cheshire. Go Team HCCS!!!!! Kathryn LambRecently we received the devastating news that we had lost one of our own, Kathryn Lamb. After the news was shared with the school community, we have spent time reﬂecting on the impact that Kath made on our school community, and the lasting impression she has made on so many.The outpouring of emails, letters, cards and messages of condolences from staff, students and parents that we have received have been appreciated so much and have been a huge source of comfort to us all. A book of memories has circulated in school and includes some wonderful memories of Kath from students and staff alike. Students have also ﬁlled out memory cards during form time in tribute to ‘Miss Lamb’. Staff, students and friends from HCCS attended Kath’s funeral on Tuesday the 13th of June. She was a wonderful friend and colleague to us all.Holmes Chapel Comprehensive SchoolHCCS update...

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But despite the fact that we spend nearly a third of our year under the sheets - on average 106 days a year in bed - it doesn’t necessarily mean that we’re getting adequate rest. The majority of us wait far too long before replacing a mattress, robbing ourselves of sweet dreams. When updating your bed, the best course of action is ideally try before you buy, as comfort and support are very individual assessments. Take you time, spending at least 10 minutes lying down in your natural sleeping position - together if the bed is for two - it needs to be right for you. Make a mattress workExperts advise that a mattress that is correct allows your hips to sink in, giving eective support to your lower back. It is not enough for your lower back to just touch the mattress surface. Don’t be frightened of feeling comfortable, even though the feeling may be unfamiliar to you if previously you have wrongly taken the ‘hard bed is good for you’ approach. If possible, avoid mattresses that increase body heat, the body’s temperature needs to cool to 28 degrees during deep sleep, otherwise sleep quality may be aected. Foam, latex and memory foam oer superb support but tend to be warmer.Visit our showroom at M6 Beds to gain expert advice on choosing your next mattress.Invest in a good night’s sleepFor many of us the bedroom is a private sanctuary where we rest and relax.Has your bed had its day? The sleep Council’s simple bed MOT (Mattress Obsolescence test can help determine if your bed has had it’s day - and night! It’s a two-minute-test that should be done every year aer the first three to five years; and every six months aer that. If you answer yes to three questions, you are not getting the best possible night’s sleep. Five or more yes answers and it is time to buy a new bed. • Is the mattress seven years old or more? • Would it be embarrassing if neighbours saw it without its covers?• Does it make suspicious noises in the night? • Did you have your best recent night’s sleep in a bed other than yours? • Are you waking up more oen unrefreshed and aching? • Do you and your partner roll towards each other unintentionally in the middle of the night?• Do you have enough space to sleep comfortably? • Is it sagging? • Does it feel lumpy in the night? • Is the bed too small to give an undisturbed night’s sleep?• Is the divan or base uneven or sagging? • Are the legs and castors worn out? Two free leaflets from The Sleep Council - the Bed Buyer’s Guide and the Good-Night Guide - provide more information on how to improve the quality of your sleep and the dierent types of beds available. Call freephone 0800 018 7923 or visit the web site at www.sleepcouncil.org.uk. Tel: 01270 879379 • www.m6beds.comThe M6 Bed Warehouse, 115-120, The Courtyard, Radway Green Road, Radway Green, Cheshire, CW2 5PR

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28Katy meets... Webb House, Furnishers of Nantwichnamed ‘insidenumber5.’ Showcasing her own remarkable home renovations, she captivates and inspires her audience with her distinctive style and eye for design.Within the showroom, Webb House Furnishers has thoughtfully sectioned off dedicated areas, allowing customers to envision how the furnishings would look in their own homes. These specialised sections encompass a lounge area featuring sofas, chairs, and recliners, a distinct dining area, and an expansive display of beds and bedroom furnishings.As part of a national buying group, Webb House enjoys the beneﬁts of being part of a collective of independent retailers. This afﬁliation empowers them with the competitive edge typically associated with national companies. Moreover, it grants them access to an impressive range of renowned heritage brands, including Parker Knoll, Stressless, G Plan, and Sherborne. In addition to these esteemed brands, Webb House also displays contemporary offerings such as dining sets from Venjakob, Classic Furniture, Bell & Stocchero and stylish ﬁtted and freestanding bedroom furniture.By harnessing the strength of their buying group membership and carefully curating their brand portfolio, Webb House Furnishers can offer customers an extensive selection of quality furnishings, catering to a diverse range of tastes and styles.Personal service holds paramount importance to the Webb House family, ensuring that every customer’s journey is truly exceptional. To enhance this experience, Howard has diligently developed a comprehensive back-ofﬁce system that integrates with the website and the accounting software. This state-of-the-art system enables the team to access comprehensive management reports and vital information about past purchases, including details such as brands, colours, styles, and fabrics. With this wealth of knowledge at their ﬁngertips, the team effortlessly assists customers in the showroom, adeptly matching furniture options that perfectly complement their homes and personal styles.Joan Webb, with her years of experience and deep industry knowledge, takes great care of every customer who walks through the door. Her genuine passion for the business and dedication to customer satisfaction shine brightly. Many customers have remained loyal to Webb House Furnishers since its inception, a testament to the exceptional service and lasting relationships that Joan has fostered over the years. Her genuine care and diligence ensure that each customer’s needs are met with a personal touch, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back time and time again.Webb House Furnishers stands tall as a testament to the power of family unity. With 50 years in business just around the corner, their unwavering commitment to customers and an awe-inspiring array of brands in their showroom have become the very heart and soul of their success. As the torchbearers of their father’s legacy, Rebecca and Neil have poured their hearts into business, ensuring its enduring presence on Mill Street for generations to come. This is a story of passion, dedication, and a promise to deliver exceptional furnishings, making Webb House a cherished cornerstone of the community. KatyJUST a stone’s throw away from the vibrant main street of Nantwich, a captivating furniture store beckons, exuding a warmth that can only come from a cherished family business. Webb House Furnishers, born from the dreams of Howard Webb, began its journey back in 1974, when a small shop on Mill Street in Crewe became the birthplace of his reupholstery venture. With his passion, the business ﬂourished and evolved into retail furniture sales, demanding more space to showcase their expanding range of furniture.In 1994, a move brought Webb House Furnishers to a magniﬁcent 19th-century red brick building on Nantwich’s Mill Street. With its grandeur and charm, the new location became a canvas for their dreams to ﬂourish. Their 12,000-square-foot showroom now spans three ﬂoors, each carefully curated to display a mesmerizing collection of lounge suites, dining sets, recliner sofas and chairs, as well as beds and bedroom furniture.The business revolves around family values. Howard’s wife Joan joined the company in 1987, bringing her successful retail career into the mix. Moreover, two of their children have followed in their footsteps and now work alongside them. Rebecca recalls cherished memories of spending her early years in the shop with her mother, while Neil would eagerly lend a hand after ﬁnishing school for the day.More recently, both children have taken on signiﬁcant responsibilities within the business. Neil has assumed a more prominent role in sales and the overall management of day-to-day operations. Meanwhile, Rebecca’s passion for interiors has positioned her as an essential member of the buying team. Leveraging her talents, she also lends her expertise to the showroom’s aesthetic appeal by curating accessories and soft furnishings available for purchase.Rebecca’s creative ﬂair extends beyond the conﬁnes of the showroom. In the past couple of years, she has garnered a substantial following of over 110,000 on her popular Instagram account, aptly

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29Katy meets... Webb House, Furnishers of Nantwichnamed ‘insidenumber5.’ Showcasing her own remarkable home renovations, she captivates and inspires her audience with her distinctive style and eye for design.Within the showroom, Webb House Furnishers has thoughtfully sectioned off dedicated areas, allowing customers to envision how the furnishings would look in their own homes. These specialised sections encompass a lounge area featuring sofas, chairs, and recliners, a distinct dining area, and an expansive display of beds and bedroom furnishings.As part of a national buying group, Webb House enjoys the beneﬁts of being part of a collective of independent retailers. This afﬁliation empowers them with the competitive edge typically associated with national companies. Moreover, it grants them access to an impressive range of renowned heritage brands, including Parker Knoll, Stressless, G Plan, and Sherborne. In addition to these esteemed brands, Webb House also displays contemporary offerings such as dining sets from Venjakob, Classic Furniture, Bell & Stocchero and stylish ﬁtted and freestanding bedroom furniture.By harnessing the strength of their buying group membership and carefully curating their brand portfolio, Webb House Furnishers can offer customers an extensive selection of quality furnishings, catering to a diverse range of tastes and styles.Personal service holds paramount importance to the Webb House family, ensuring that every customer’s journey is truly exceptional. To enhance this experience, Howard has diligently developed a comprehensive back-ofﬁce system that integrates with the website and the accounting software. This state-of-the-art system enables the team to access comprehensive management reports and vital information about past purchases, including details such as brands, colours, styles, and fabrics. With this wealth of knowledge at their ﬁngertips, the team effortlessly assists customers in the showroom, adeptly matching furniture options that perfectly complement their homes and personal styles.Joan Webb, with her years of experience and deep industry knowledge, takes great care of every customer who walks through the door. Her genuine passion for the business and dedication to customer satisfaction shine brightly. Many customers have remained loyal to Webb House Furnishers since its inception, a testament to the exceptional service and lasting relationships that Joan has fostered over the years. Her genuine care and diligence ensure that each customer’s needs are met with a personal touch, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back time and time again.Webb House Furnishers stands tall as a testament to the power of family unity. With 50 years in business just around the corner, their unwavering commitment to customers and an awe-inspiring array of brands in their showroom have become the very heart and soul of their success. As the torchbearers of their father’s legacy, Rebecca and Neil have poured their hearts into business, ensuring its enduring presence on Mill Street for generations to come. This is a story of passion, dedication, and a promise to deliver exceptional furnishings, making Webb House a cherished cornerstone of the community. KatyJUST a stone’s throw away from the vibrant main street of Nantwich, a captivating furniture store beckons, exuding a warmth that can only come from a cherished family business. Webb House Furnishers, born from the dreams of Howard Webb, began its journey back in 1974, when a small shop on Mill Street in Crewe became the birthplace of his reupholstery venture. With his passion, the business ﬂourished and evolved into retail furniture sales, demanding more space to showcase their expanding range of furniture.In 1994, a move brought Webb House Furnishers to a magniﬁcent 19th-century red brick building on Nantwich’s Mill Street. With its grandeur and charm, the new location became a canvas for their dreams to ﬂourish. Their 12,000-square-foot showroom now spans three ﬂoors, each carefully curated to display a mesmerizing collection of lounge suites, dining sets, recliner sofas and chairs, as well as beds and bedroom furniture.The business revolves around family values. Howard’s wife Joan joined the company in 1987, bringing her successful retail career into the mix. Moreover, two of their children have followed in their footsteps and now work alongside them. Rebecca recalls cherished memories of spending her early years in the shop with her mother, while Neil would eagerly lend a hand after ﬁnishing school for the day.More recently, both children have taken on signiﬁcant responsibilities within the business. Neil has assumed a more prominent role in sales and the overall management of day-to-day operations. Meanwhile, Rebecca’s passion for interiors has positioned her as an essential member of the buying team. Leveraging her talents, she also lends her expertise to the showroom’s aesthetic appeal by curating accessories and soft furnishings available for purchase.Rebecca’s creative ﬂair extends beyond the conﬁnes of the showroom. In the past couple of years, she has garnered a substantial following of over 110,000 on her popular Instagram account, aptly

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J A C Plumbing & HeatingEMERGENCY CALL OUTSBREAKDOWNS AND REPAIRST:01606 833363 M:07870 822337WE FOLLOW ALL GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES.HC Partnership news...AT the time of writing this column for the village magazine, we are continuing to enjoy good weather, I hope this continues. Apart from the obvious advantages of getting a bit of warm weather, for me the real beneﬁts are that people get out of their houses, walk in and around the village, and we get to see and meet each other again. The next chance we will have to meet up again on mass is coming quite soon. On the 7th of July, 6pm to 11pm, the village centre will be closed for the Holmes Chapel Summer Celebration. Dane Sound Radio will provide music throughout the evening, but the evening will also include a live jazz band. Our village centre food and drink outlets will aim to keep you all fed and watered too. The Holmes Chapel Partnership is supporting the Parish Council for this event, and as always, we would be very grateful of a little additional volunteer help to be a steward for an hour or two. If you think you can help, please see page 12 I often get puzzled looks when I talk about the Holmes Chapel Partnership, most people have heard of it, but few really understand what it is, or what we do. To this question I usually reply, we organise the Holmes Chapel Christmas Fair & Market, Santa Sleigh, and road safety campaigns. In the past we have also been responsible for working with our Parish Council to attract funds to improve our leisure facilities, with the creation of Dane Meadow Park, our Skate Park and most recently the Sensory Garden (next to the Fire Station).Our road safety campaigns continue, which now includes a smartphone friendly safe walking route map for Harry Styles fans to safely get Harry’s Wall at Twemlow Viaduct (as feature on Northwest tonight). If you have never visited this local landmark, if this weather continues, you should.Until Next Time Peter Whiers, Chairman

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40MS Construction &Landscaping All joinery work undertaken, garden landscaping, general garden maintenance, windows, guttering, construction, bathrooms & kitchens.No job too big or small.Call for a no obligationally free quotation.07743 003137Fully Qualified Joiner Call Alan Lewis for your FREE no obligation quotation:01477 533 667 or 07970 806 451safeclean32@aol.comBased inHOLMESCHAPELYOUR LOCAL SPECIALIST CLEANING & RESTORATION SERVICEwww.tileandstonemedic.co.ukWe use safe, natural & eﬀective products to clean your soft furnishings & hard surfaces in your home & commercial premisesCarpet, upholstery, leather, curtains & rugs. Stain protection treatments. Spot, stain & odour removal.TILE, STONE & GROUT CLEANING & RE-SEALING Marble • Limestone • Travertine • PorcelainKarndean • Amtico • Quarry • Slate • VictorianPatio and Driveway cleaningTarmac RenovationShanty Farm, Byley CW10 9NG01606 832874www.lowesfarmshop.comEverything you would expect from our farm shop.Also on the farm...FIELD SMITHS Premium country clothingFOUR OAKS DIRECT Quality plants at great pricesFRAME Picture framing studioGIFTED Beautiful gifts for all occasionsCHESHIRE WARDROBE BOUTIQUE Aordable fashion for women of all agesTASCHE KEYS NAILS & BEAUTY Beauty Salon and Training Academy INGLEDEW THERAPY Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Practical CoachingH, DAVIDSON BUTCHERS Quality meatBREAKFASTS, BRUNCHES, LUNCHES, TEAS,COFFEE, CAKES & AFTERNOON TEASPlus, a wide range of home-grown seasonal veg and local suppliers such as Chatwins pies & cakes; & Jo’s cakes.Freshly picked just for you

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41MS Construction &Landscaping All joinery work undertaken, garden landscaping, general garden maintenance, windows, guttering, construction, bathrooms & kitchens.No job too big or small.Call for a no obligationally free quotation.07743 003137Fully Qualified Joiner Call Alan Lewis for your FREE no obligation quotation:01477 533 667 or 07970 806 451safeclean32@aol.comBased inHOLMESCHAPELYOUR LOCAL SPECIALIST CLEANING & RESTORATION SERVICEwww.tileandstonemedic.co.ukWe use safe, natural & eﬀective products to clean your soft furnishings & hard surfaces in your home & commercial premisesCarpet, upholstery, leather, curtains & rugs. Stain protection treatments. Spot, stain & odour removal.TILE, STONE & GROUT CLEANING & RE-SEALING Marble • Limestone • Travertine • PorcelainKarndean • Amtico • Quarry • Slate • VictorianPatio and Driveway cleaningTarmac RenovationShanty Farm, Byley CW10 9NG01606 832874www.lowesfarmshop.comEverything you would expect from our farm shop.Also on the farm...FIELD SMITHS Premium country clothingFOUR OAKS DIRECT Quality plants at great pricesFRAME Picture framing studioGIFTED Beautiful gifts for all occasionsCHESHIRE WARDROBE BOUTIQUE Aordable fashion for women of all agesTASCHE KEYS NAILS & BEAUTY Beauty Salon and Training Academy INGLEDEW THERAPY Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Practical CoachingH, DAVIDSON BUTCHERS Quality meatBREAKFASTS, BRUNCHES, LUNCHES, TEAS,COFFEE, CAKES & AFTERNOON TEASPlus, a wide range of home-grown seasonal veg and local suppliers such as Chatwins pies & cakes; & Jo’s cakes.Freshly picked just for you

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42Holmes Chapel Village Fair...THE Village Fair takes place on Sunday 9th July at the Victoria Club, and it promises to be a fantastic day out for all the family.This popular annual event is part of the Holmes Chapel Summer Celebration weekend and from 12noon to 4pm everyone can enjoy a fun ﬁlled afternoon of retail therapy, games, rides, activities and refreshments. It is free to enter the fair, and with over 50 stalls and attractions there is plenty to do. Our stallholders will be showcasing their talent and products with a range of crafts and gifts – everything from candles, handmade knitted and sewn goods, macrame, to handbags, health & beauty products, plants and terrariums, eco-friendly products, original local art and jewellery. There will also be an opportunity to visit our local community groups and charities who will be raising awareness and funds with a range of games, activities, exhibitions, rafﬂes and tombolas. Please visit their stalls and ﬁnd out more about what is going on in the Village.We are looking forward to meeting all your gorgeous pooches for our dog show at 1pm (weather dependent). Register your ﬂuffy friend on arrival. Categories are: Most Handsome Male, Prettiest Female, Best Pup up to 1 year old, Best Senior over 9 years old, Waggiest Tail, Best Trick, Best in Fancy Dress, Best in Show and Best Reserve.Dane Sound Community Radio will be providing music and requests during the afternoon. Pop over and meet the team and request your favourite tunes, or if you’ve got something to celebrate or announce – ask them for a shout out. Chris Appleton has also promised us a Zumba session so listen out for the details on the day and join in!The Victoria Club will be cooking up a delicious BBQ and have a fully licensed bar. The Scout and Guides will be running their community café and there will also be ice cream, donuts, candy ﬂoss and much more.Due to the volume of organisers and stallholders on the day there will be no parking spaces available for visitors at the Victoria Club. If you are local, please walk if you can, and if you need to drive, please be considerate to local residents.Stalls and activities are still being conﬁrmed at the time of writing this article so to keep up to date with all the details visit and like our Facebook page: HCVillageFair.For stall enquiries email hcvillagefair@hotmail.comWe look forward to seeing you all on the 9th July!The Victoria Club

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44NURSERIESOpen 7 days a week, 10am til 4pmCongleton Road, Arclid, Sandbach CW11 2UJ Spark Lane Nurseries new phone number 01477 500455 Now open at Sparks LaneRose & Bluebell - Selling beautiful silk flowers.Hanging baskets & recycle your hanging baskets with our refill service We have a wide selection of homegrown herbaceous perennialsPatio & bedding plants • Wide range of fruit & vegetablesGarden sundries • Fertilisers • Bategate compostsPlants • Sprays • Bird seeds • Raspberry canesSoft fruit bushes • Mrs Darlington’s Award Winningams, Curds, Pickles & Chutneys and much more!WE REMOVE ANYTHING...Furniture, appliances, pianos,sofas, beds, wardrobes, DIY wasteand all rubbish removedWE CLEAR-OUT ANYWHERE...Homes, oces, shops, garages,gardens, los etcwww.monsterjunk.comYour Local Lawnmower & Garden Equipment SpecialistsSales • Servicing • Repairs • Spare Parts • Collection & Drop o ServiceCall for a free quote & friendly advice: 01270 761408sandbachmowersandrepairs@btinternet.comUnit 10, Lodge Road, Sandbach, CW11 3HD

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45WE REMOVE ANYTHING...Furniture, appliances, pianos,sofas, beds, wardrobes, DIY wasteand all rubbish removedWE CLEAR-OUT ANYWHERE...Homes, oces, shops, garages,gardens, los etcwww.monsterjunk.comYour Local Lawnmower & Garden Equipment SpecialistsSales • Servicing • Repairs • Spare Parts • Collection & Drop o ServiceCall for a free quote & friendly advice: 01270 761408sandbachmowersandrepairs@btinternet.comUnit 10, Lodge Road, Sandbach, CW11 3HDTo find our more visit our websitewww.hccs1978.co.uk/hccs-first-school-of-choiceWHY MAKE HOLMES CHAPEL YOUR 1ST CHOICE SCHOOL?Best in CheshireConsidered by many the Best in Cheshire.Safe and SupportiveA safe environment and supportive staff mean studentscan focus on what matters.High Quality TeachingHigh expectations, excellent teaching, an exciting learning environment, we have it all!Outstanding Exam ResultsAt our core is a genuine desire for our students to be the best that they can be—and it shows!Our Family CommunityTeachers, students, support staff, parents and Governors work together as one community.InclusivityCaring and supportive, we ensure students of all abilities achieve their potential at HCCS.

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48Spark Lane Nurseries...AT Spark Lane Nurseries, the vibrant ﬂowers burst into life, inviting me to create a captivating hanging basket. Seeking Brian Lowe’s botanical wisdom, I discovered an exquisite mix of ﬂowers that would infuse my space with enchanting colours and radiance.Brian’s top choice was the Surﬁnia ﬂower, renowned for its captivating beauty. With its trailing growth and abundant blooms, it created a mesmerizing display of elegance. Surﬁnias came in a variety of shades, from bold reds and purples to soft pinks and whites, adding charm and allure to any garden or outdoor area. Their delicate yet striking appearance made them the preferred option for those seeking the undeniable beauty of nature.Next, Lobelia White Star, also known as Lobelia erinus ‘White Star,’ added its unique charm to the basket. Its star-shaped white ﬂowers stood out against lush green foliage, evoking purity and grace. This compact, trailing plant gracefully cascaded over pot edges, bringing sophistication and beauty to garden beds, borders, or containers.To infuse a touch of sunshine, Brian included Bidens yellow daisy, scientiﬁcally known as Bidens ferulifolia. This charming ﬂowering plant boasted bright yellow, daisy-like blooms that danced amidst delicate, fern-like foliage. Its abundant and eye-catching ﬂowers brought cheerful colour to gardens, borders, and containers. With its ability to withstand heat and drought, Bidens yellow daisy proved to be a resilient and low-maintenance choice, enhancing outdoor spaces with its radiant beauty throughout an extended blooming period.Under Brian Lowe’s botanical expertise, the harmonious blend of Surﬁnias, Lobelia White Star, and Bidens yellow daisy transformed my hanging basket into a captivating masterpiece, radiating the natural beauty that brightened my home.Katy

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52Days Out & Meals Out reviews...A Smallwood family has opened a farm shop in memory of their loving son who sadly died following a road accident in Rushton Spencer.Alec’s parents Gill and Paul are hoping they can help local businesses by stocking locally produced food as well as their own jersey milk & freshly made cakes.The farm shop has only been open since March 2023. We went for a visit to see how they were getting on. I met Gill who was working in the little shop while watching the King’s Coronation. It was lovely to meet Gill & to hear all about what they are aiming to achieve.Alec was passionate about his animals and farming in general. From a very early age, he could be found busy in the ﬁelds tending his sheep, sowing grass for the next year. In more recent years, he had bred his own foals and reared countless sheep.The shop is a way they can help support the charity “Farms for City Children” which embodies Alec’s beliefs. The charity give children in urban areas an unforgettable week living and working on a farm. Helping them reconnect to the countryside & nature & learn about food sources.There is a table of items for sale dedicated to the Farms for City Children charity. All sales from this stock go 100% to this wonderful charity. All in Alec’s memory.The farm is a real family affair with everyone pitching in from milking the cows, baking the cakes to manning the shop and everything in between.The shop stocks their own jersey milk, cheese, bread, cereals, jams and baking ingredients. But the main attraction is the chilled display fridge full of freshly made sandwiches and a selection of take home pies. The cakes which are made by Jenny, Alec’s older sister, on the top shelf were seriously impressive. My little girl chose a massive slice of the Kinder Hippo chocolate cake, we got a slice of biscoff caramel shortbread too and a biscuit in the shape of a horse for a friend. They sell soft serve ice cream & slushies too.The farm shop is next door to Smallwood school so is perfect for an after school treat. It’s also easy to ﬁnd when driving and would be a great place to stop on a bike ride.Alec’s Farm Shop is on School Lane, Smallwood, Sandbach CW11 2URJenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews You can ﬁnd more reviews on my Facebook page & Instagram, search ‘Days Out and Meals Out’

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56I’M writing this update after the ﬁrst full week of AccurX being used for appointments and the triage of patients using the Health Centre. Last week, the system successfully triaged, assessed, set appointments, and allowed the surgery to generally review and manage nearly 800 incoming requests. This is signiﬁcantly more than they would normally be able to respond to using the standard telephone system. In fact, this ability to assess the patients need more quickly has meant that those with the highest levels of need can be seen sooner. The old 8am rush for an appointment is no longer the case. The GP team have also been able to better use the Primary Care Network staff more appropriately, utilising the likes of the Mental Health Professionals, Physiotherapists, etc in a much more efﬁcient manner.It has also been useful to understand what issues have been thrown up as a result of this ﬁrst week. Front and centre of this, has been the acknowledgement that patients are still calling in to reception demanding an appointment. The reception team are unable to generate appointments for anyone turning up, however they will happily ﬁll in the AccurX form in with the patient if they are unable to do so themselves. Secondly, some patients are also of the impression that a log-in account/password is needed to make an appointment. This is categorically not the case, just click on the link and the form can be ﬁlled in without any passwords being requested. Lastly, it’s been noticed that some patients think that the system gives them ability to do things like self-booking appointment slots. Again, this is not the case, the system is designed to triage requests for patient care. If a future appointment is required, your GP can at times send out a bespoke link with a choice of appointment times, but that is all.We know it’s still early days, however if the ﬁrst week is an indicator of things to come, then this is only good news for us. Our GP’s can now work more effectively, seeing more patients more quickly, getting us in front of the right care worker to help our speciﬁc needs... and that is a very good thing.Rich JepsonHolmes Chapel Health Centre PPG Patient Participation GroupThe Health Centre (HolmesChapel)Holmes Chapel Health Centre,London RoadCrewe, CW4 7BBPowered by AccurxContact us about your requestWe aim for a member of our clinical teamto review your enquiry on the same daythat it is submitted. During busy periods,this may not be possible and there mightbe a delay. Please wait for a member ofthe care navigation team to contact you.If you need more urgent help, call your GP. Ifyour GP practice is closed, visit NHS 111online or call 111. In an emergency call999What would you like help with?I have an admin queryContact us about a Jt (sick) note, askabout recent tests, get a repeatprescription, or anything else adminrelatedI want help for a medical issueContact us about a new or ongoingsymptomI want to see online adviceSee advice and guidance onconditions, symptoms and treatmentsSkip some steps by using your NHS login beforecontinuing the request.For issues with NHS Login please go the NHS LoginHelp Centre .Read our security & privacy policy for patients toJnd out about how Accurx facilitate your caresecurely and safely.16/06/ 2023, 09: 28Page 1 of 1

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Made with Le at Halt Fms xTHE MILK SHACK@ HALTON FARMSscan meto find usat chance ha farm, chance ha lane, cw1212 44tlopen every day from 4.304.30am until 99pmfresh raw & pasteurised milk, buer, milkshakes, cheeses, local produce, coffee, merchandise & much more...Eco tips for our villages...SUMMER, summer, summertime... time to sit back and unwind. I’m absolutely loving the warmer weather, it makes delivering reﬁlls around the villages an absolute joy! The warmer weather gave me an idea to focus this month’s article on saving water!Why save water? To save energy and money. On average, 16% of a household’s energy bill is from heating water for activities such as baths, showers, washing up and water-using electrical appliances. So small changes to the way we use water at home can make a big difference to reducing your energy bill.How much does the average person use? Most people don’t realise that on average, each person uses around 149 litres of water every single day – that’s enough to make over 550 cups of tea! How do I save water? Buy a butt: Put all that lovely rainwater to good use by installing a water butt in your garden to catch rainwater to use for watering your plants and veg patches.Water out of hours: Water your garden in the early morning or late evening, when less water is lost through evaporation.Ditch the hosepipe: They use hundreds of litres of water an hour. Use a watering can for your plants, and a bucket and sponge for your car, and you’ll be doing the environment a good turn.Spend a minute less: If each member of a family of four spent one minute less in the shower they could save approximately 48 litres of water a day!Turn off the tap: Turning off the tap while brushing your teeth saves around six litres of water per minute. For a family of four, that could be as much as 96 litres a day!Use a washing up bowl: Instead of letting the tap run for longer than it needs to, use a washing up bowl – you can reduce wasted water by up to 50 per cent!Enjoy the sun!Sam, Fillarup Holmes Chapel

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62The Beneﬁts of Having Good Loft Access: Unlocking the Hidden PotentialA well-designed loft access system can greatly enhance the functionality and value of your home. In this article, we explore the numerous beneﬁts of having good loft access. From increased storage space to potential conversion opportunities, a well-accessible loft holds the key to unlocking hidden potential within your property.Ample Storage Space: One of the primary advantages of good loft access is the abundant storage space it provides. The loft area is often underutilised and can become a cluttered space ﬁlled with forgotten items. With easy access to the loft, you can transform this wasted space into a functional storage area. Whether it’s seasonal decorations, suitcases, or rarely used items, having a well-designed loft access system allows for efﬁcient and organized storage, freeing up valuable space in other parts of your home.Increased Property Value: Having good loft access can signiﬁcantly increase the value of your property. Potential buyers are often drawn to homes with accessible and usable loft spaces. A well-ﬁtted loft ladder or staircase, along with proper ﬂooring and lighting, showcases the potential for additional living or storage areas. The prospect of expanding the living space in the future is an attractive feature, and it can give your property a competitive edge in the market.Versatile Conversion Opportunities: One of the most exciting advantages of good loft access is the possibility of converting the loft into a functional living space. With easy access, the dream of creating an extra bedroom, ofﬁce, or playroom can become a reality. A well-designed loft access system provides the foundation for such transformations, making it easier to navigate and utilise the space.Energy Efﬁciency and Insulation: Properly accessing the loft also allows for improved energy efﬁciency and insulation. With easy access, homeowners can inspect and maintain insulation, ensuring it remains effective in reducing heat loss. Additionally, loft access makes it easier to carry out necessary repairs or upgrades to plumbing, electrical wiring, and heating systems, minimizing energy waste and potential long-term damage.Investing in good loft access is a decision that brings multiple beneﬁts to homeowners. From creating additional storage space to adding value to your property through the potential for loft conversion, easy access to the loft opens up a world of possibilities. Take advantage of this hidden potential and transform your home with a well-designed loft access system.Alan, Access4LoftsLofts, their hidden potential...

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64R.S.C.Lawn & Hedge CuttingServices plus GeneralGarden Tidy-ups• Building Waste • Garden Waste • Scrap Metals/Vehicles • House Clearances • Sheds & Garages RemovedFor a Realistic Quote Please Call:07907 939536Email: steptoe153@gmail.comWaste RemovalLICENSED CARRIERChoosing the right ﬂooring can seem overwhelming with so much choice available. Whether it’s for living space, kitchens, bathrooms, conservatories or stairs, our Design Service can help guide you on what will work best. We can advise you on the best products and prices for solid ﬂoors, vinyl, laminate and carpets.Preparaon · Levelling · RestoraonVinyl’s · Wood · Parquet · Laminate · CarpetsG-Floors & Wall Cladding Services Ltd · www.g-ﬂoorservices.comPlease call for a free quote: 01477 551325Holmes Chapel Windows& RooflineQuality & Service at it’s best est 1982!holmeschapelwindows@hotmail.comwww.holmeschapelwindows.infoCall NOW: 0800 206 2225 • 01606 836595Warmer conservatory roofsA rated Upvc Windows Fascias and guttering Composite doors Bi fold doors Sealed units replaced

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65R.S.C.Lawn & Hedge CuttingServices plus GeneralGarden Tidy-ups• Building Waste • Garden Waste • Scrap Metals/Vehicles • House Clearances • Sheds & Garages RemovedFor a Realistic Quote Please Call:07907 939536Email: steptoe153@gmail.comWaste RemovalLICENSED CARRIERChoosing the right ﬂooring can seem overwhelming with so much choice available. Whether it’s for living space, kitchens, bathrooms, conservatories or stairs, our Design Service can help guide you on what will work best. We can advise you on the best products and prices for solid ﬂoors, vinyl, laminate and carpets.Preparaon · Levelling · RestoraonVinyl’s · Wood · Parquet · Laminate · CarpetsG-Floors & Wall Cladding Services Ltd · www.g-ﬂoorservices.comPlease call for a free quote: 01477 551325Holmes Chapel Windows& RooflineQuality & Service at it’s best est 1982!holmeschapelwindows@hotmail.comwww.holmeschapelwindows.infoCall NOW: 0800 206 2225 • 01606 836595Warmer conservatory roofsA rated Upvc Windows Fascias and guttering Composite doors Bi fold doors Sealed units replaced Suite 11 • The Old Fuel Depot • Twemlow Lane • Twemlow • Cheshire • CW4 8GJ01270 765888 • accounts@brucemarshall.co.uk • www.brucemarshall.co.ukCall us today for afree consultationCompanyAccountsSelf-AssessmentPayrollBusinessStart-upsVAT

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66Our local heritage...In the past when people became poor and had no home or lost their job, they generally ended up in the workhouse. People would live and work in the workhouse in order to stay there, to have a roof over their heads. Once an individual had been admitted, they would be given a uniform to be worn for the entirety of their stay. The inmates were prohibited from talking to one another and were expected to work long hours doing manual labour such as cleaning, cooking or using machinery. Men had to chop wood, break stones or work in the ﬁelds. Women’s jobs were scrubbing walls and ﬂoors, washing laundry, sewing or weaving. It was a hard life! As well as the poor, orphaned children, the sick, disabled, elderly and unmarried mothers were also usually sent there. The local workhouse for Holmes Chapel was at Arclid, just south of Brereton. It was designed by Henry Bowman and built in 1844-5 at a cost of £7,097. It was intended to eventually accommodate 370 inmates.It comprised three main sections: an entrance block containing porter’s lodge and board room, a long main block of two and three storeys, and a two storey inﬁrmary to the rear. The central section of the main block contained a dining hall at the front with the kitchens and laundry to its rear. To each side of the dining hall were school rooms, for girls at the north and boys at the south. In 1847, increasing concern at the lack of separate accommodation for fever cases led to the creation of a separate fever ward. This was achieved by the modest expenditure of £85 on rooﬁng over two washhouses in the girls’ yard.The original inﬁrmary block had 26 beds, 13 for men and 13 for women. It was extended in 1860, and again in 1873 to increase the capacity to 58. however this still proved insufﬁcient to meet the growing demands and in 1899-1900 a new inﬁrmary was erected at the north of the workhouse. Designed by Alfred Price, it had 100 beds and accommodation for nurses. The total cost was £6,000 - £4,650 for the building, £1,250 for the boiler room, and £400 for furnishing the building.During the First World War, 40 beds were given over for the care of military casualties. In addition, 20 paupers were taken in from the Wirral Union workhouse which was also being used as a military hospital. In September 1918 the casual ward in Congleton which had been closed the previous year was used to accommodate 10 German Prisoners of War who were employed in agricultural work in the area.Later on during the 1920s the use of the inﬁrmary as a general and maternity hospital gradually increased. Then, with the abolition of the workhouse system in 1930, it became ofﬁcially known as Congleton Public Assistance Institution. During the 1930s the hospital became used for geriatric care and took on the name Arclid Hospital. It was here in 1941 that most of the casualties were taken for treatment after the overnight train crash in Holmes Chapel station occurred. Arclid Hospital closed in the spring of 1993, and the buildings were demolished. Today it has been replaced by a new housing estate.Holmes Chapel U3A Local History Group

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AccountingBruce Marshall & Co 65TCS Management 68Aerials, Satellite, TV & InternetH&D Satellite & Aerial Services 54ArchitectWild Goose Architecture 53Bike MaintenanceBike Bench 10Buildings, Maintenance & DevelopmentAccess4Lofts - Crewe 22AM Skip Hire 50Europlas (PVCu) Trade Counter 27Holmes Chapel Rooﬁng Services 54Mercury Roof Conversions 14MS Construction & Landscaping 40Prestige Rooﬁng Cheshire 35TTL Building & Maintenance 53Carpentry & Handyman ServicesBryan Turner 68SB Carpentry and Framing 58Carpets & Flooring Fitter & CleaningAshley Flooring and Interiors 26G-Floor Services 64Holmes Chapel Carpets & Flooring 9Unlimited Carpets & Flooring 2CleaningClear Gutter Cleaning Cheshire 59Safeclean 40Community, Education, Classes & ClubsHolmes Chapel Comprehensive 45Holmes Chapel Parish Council 12, 72Crafts, Gifts & RetailHolmes Gifts and Interiors 6Lowes Farm 40Molly's Direct 54Plumley Garden Centre 23Sam Dale & Son 36, 37 Spark Lane Nurseries 44The Shopﬁtting Shop 32Decorators & Interior DesignInside and out 30Silk and Stone Interior Design 43Electrical Retailers & RepairBryan's Domestic Appliance Services 22ElectriciansFully Wired 6Estate Agents & PropertyHarrison Residential Surveying 33Latham Estates 11The Old Fuel Depot 68EventsClonter 31Vic Club 1Food & DrinkBeer Emporium Bottle Bank 46, 47Bidlea Dairy 51Halton Farms The Milk Shack 60Furniture & Home DecorationsThe Design House 39Webb House 13Garages, Sheds & Garden BuildingsGarolla 34Labradoors North West 49GardeningAlan Bethell 7Anything for the garden 30Carbutts Turf 26Hassall Landscapes 22Kinderton Landscaping 67OJT Tree Services 55RSC 64Sandbach Mowers & Repairs 44SR Landscapes 18Hair & BeautyEternal Beauty 6TRYM 30Health & FitnessBack to Health 14Holmes Chapel Podiatry 18Love Light Healing 30Holidays & TravelThe Point 58Jewellery DesignerBespoke by Baskerville 21Kitchens, Bedrooms & BathroomsDream Doors 19KW Kitchens 61M6 Bed Warehouse 25ROK Plumbing Supplies 34Legal & Financial ServicesBlain Boland & Co. 5Dane Valley Financial services 41Thorneycroft Solicitors 57Evolve Family Law 17HWIFM 63PK Finance 71LocksmithsLockforce Mid & South Cheshire 26Motoring, MOT & Vehicle SalesAutoLink Motor Repair Services 32HC MOT & Services 3Hopley Tyres 15Newton's MOT & Service Centre 69Opticians & Hearing AidsCongleton Hearing Centre 10Plumbing, Heating & Boiler ServicesJAC Plumbing 38Reeves Plumbing 58PrintersThe Print Room 18Removal Services & Household ClearanceMonster Junk 44Sewing, Dressmaking & AlterationsSew Something 50Windows, Doors & ConservatoriesHolmes Chapel Windows & Rooﬂine 64MS Windows & Doors 50Ready reference...All adverts are printed in good faith. Whilst all reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, the publishers also accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of statements and opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers, for any loss arising from non-publication of any advertisements for the contents of the advert the services provided by the advertisers or for any errors or omissions in either the editorials or the advertisement published.01477 518 252 • thevillagesmag.comfor advertising information www.archpublications.comRemember to tell our advertisers you found them in The Villages Mag

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