Berrington Village Pump Edition 140 Feb - Mar 2019

Village Pump 

February - March 2019 

Edition: No. 140 

A newsletter for Atcham, Berrington, Betton, 

Brompton, Cantlop, Cross Houses and Eaton Mascott 

Published by Berrington Parish Council on behalf of the parishes of Atcham & Berrington

PARISH COUNCIL INFORMATION 

Berrington Parish Council 

Berrington Parish Council meets at 7pm on the 1st Thursday of every month (except 

August and sometimes December) at the Chapel Community Centre. 

Berrington Parish Council consists of nine elected or co-opted Parish Councillors: 

Claire Wild (Chair); Richard Purslow (Vice-Chair); Claire Bonsey; Eric Brayne; Julia Brayne; Sue 

Mason and Lezley Picton. There are currently two vacancies. More detailed information can be 

found on our website www.berringtonpc.org.uk Why not come along to one of our meetings. 

Guests are always welcome. If there is a local issue that concerns you then feel free to ask one of 

the Councillors for help in representing you in this matter. 

Berrington Parish Council Website www.berringtonparishcouncil.org.uk 

Berrington Parish Clerk 

Mrs Lorna Pardoe, 

Home, Back Lane, Longnor, Nr Shrewsbury SY5 7PP 

Tel: 01743 718695 email: berringtonpc@gmail.com 

Atcham Parish Council 

Atcham Parish Council meet bi-monthly (Jan, Mar, May, July, Sep & Nov) on a Wednesday 

evening at the Malthouse, Atcham at 7.30pm. 

Atcham Parish Council consists of seven elected or co-opted Parish Councillors: 

Colin Wildblood (Chairman), Colin Morris (Vice-Chairman), Jayne Caswell, Alastair Home- 

Roberts, Laura Plumridge, Sue Shedden and Helen Trow. 

Parish Councillors can be contacted as follows: 

Jayne Caswell - jmjcaswell@gmail.com 

Colin Morris - colinmorris113@googlemail.com 

Helen Trow - helentrowforever@gmail.com 

Colin Wildblood - c.j.wildblood@btinternet.com 

Alastair Home-Roberts - home.farming@btconnect.com 

Sue Shedden - sueshedden52@gmail.com 

Laura Plumridge - lauraplumridge@hotmail.co.uk 

Atcham Parish Council Website www.atchamparishcouncil.org.uk 

Atcham Parish Clerk 

Mrs Lorna Pardoe, 

Home, Back Lane, Longnor, Nr Shrewsbury SY5 7PP 

Tel: 01743 718695 email: atchampc@gmail.com 

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News from your Shropshire Councillor 

Claire Wild 

Dear Resident, 

The Local Plan Review Consultation date has been extended to the 8th 

February. I would encourage everyone to take part in this consultation, it 

can be found on the Shropshire Council website or by following this link: 

https://www.shropshire.gov.uk/get-involved/local-plan-review-preferred-sites-consultation 

Following the special meeting in December and the Parish Council meeting in January the 

Parish Council agreed to challenge the points allocated to Cross Houses which currently gives 

it Hub status (53 points). In reality these points are unlikely to reduce to less than 48 points 

so it is likely that Cross Houses will have to accept some further development. Whilst this is 

disappointing, the Parish Council agreed with Shropshire Council’s choice of site, the Old 

Station (Station Cattery), as this gave us the least development by some margin. We will have 

an opportunity for further consultation later in the year. 

The Reverend Sarah Hare attended the January meeting of the Parish Council to inform us 

that it is likely Berrington Church will close in June and that the future of St Margaret’s in 

Betton will be discussed later in the year. The Parish Council resolved to write to the Church 

Commissioners to urge them to give the church to the Historic Churches Trust so that the 

fabric of the building and artefacts would continue to be cared for. The churchyard is likely to 

remain open but managed by the local authority. 

As you maybe aware there is agreement to formulate a Community Led Plan for the Parish. 

This is an opportunity for you all to shape the future of our Parish. Come and tell us what you 

want, what you like, what you don’t like, what could be improved etc. etc. A drop in Launch 

Event has been arranged for Saturday 2nd February 11am - 2pm at the Chapel Community 

Centre, further information is available on page 7. I’m told there will be tea and cake! Hope to 

see you there ☺ 

Best wishes and kind regards, 

Claire 

t:: 01743 255 884 

m: 07582 002 100 E-mail: claire.wild@shropshire.gov.uk 

POLICE CONTACT INFORMATION 

Our Local Police Team: Tel: 0300 333 3000 ext. 69008. There is also a team e-mail address: 

shrewsburyre.snt@westmercia.pnn.police.uk 

Website: www.westmerciapolice.uk Facebook/Twitter @ShrewsburyCops 

You can always contact Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous. 

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FEBRUARY / MARCH DATES 

Wednesdays 

@ Cross Houses 

6th & 20th February 

6th & 20th March 

Our youth club caters for young people aged 9 - 13. Every other Wednesday evening, 

6.30pm - 8.00pm at the Chapel Community Centre, The Chestnuts, Cross Houses SY5 6JH. 

The Youth Club is open to young people from all the 

surrounding parishes and is run by a fully trained Youth 

Worker from Shropshire Youth Association along with 

(fully checked and trained) volunteers. The cost per 

child, per week is £1. This money will go towards paying 

for the cost of trips that will be run throughout the year. 

Please note parent/guardian permission will be required. 

For more information regarding the Youth Club please contact 

Richard Parkes on 01743 730005 or by email richard@sya.org.uk 

CROSS HOUSES 

Chapel Community 

Centre 

The Chestnuts 

Cross Houses SY5 6JH 

Tuesdays, 9.30am 

Contact Vicky on: 

07758 987345 

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FOR THE LOVE OF ANIMALS 

Dog walking and 

pet services 

Tel: 07805 727 697 

References available upon request 

DJ'S Building Services 

. Extensions . Brickwork 

. Plastering . Kitchen Fitting 

. Carpentry . Bathroom Suites 

. Electrical Professional & Reliable 

For a FREE QUOTE CALL 

Dave on 01743 709 362 

07828 148 593 

ATCHAM 

FLOWER 

CLUB 

The Malthouse, Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY5 6QE 

Wednesday 20th February, 7.30pm 

Sionedd Hughes (Oswestry) 

“Evolution” 

Wednesday 20th March, 7.30pm 

Practical Evening 

Leaf Manipulation 

New Members and Guests very welcome. For further information please contact Mrs Lewis on 01743 860342 

Atcham & Cross Houses 

Mobile Library 

Will be in 

CROSS HOUSES 

Every other Friday morning by the phone box 

10.15am - 10.40am 

8th & 22nd February, 

8th & 22nd March 

Will be in 

ATCHAM 

Every other Friday afternoon by “The Glebe” 

1.30pm - 1.55pm 

8th & 22nd February, 

8th & 22nd March 

Copies of the agendas and full minutes for both Atcham and Berrington Parish 

Councils can be found on the Parish Council Websites: 

www.atchamparishcouncil.org.uk OR www.berringtonparishcouncil.org.uk 

Planning Applications can be found by visiting the links below: 

https://www.atchamparishcouncil.org.uk/community/atcham-parish-council-15085/planning-tracker/ 

http://www.berringtonparishcouncil.org.uk/community/berrington-parish-council-12525/planningtracker/ 

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CHURCH SERVICES and NEWS from ST.EATA'S, ATCHAM 

.There will be a Service with Communion [BCP] every Sunday at 11 a.m. apart 

from those listed below. 

Ash Wednesday, March 6th - A Eucharist at 11a.m. with the Imposition of Ashes. 

PLEASE NOTE :_ CLOCKS GO FORWARD 1 HOUR ON SATURDAY 30TH MARCH 

Mothering Sunday 31st March - This will be a Family Service at 11.15 a.m. there 

will be no Communion. Posies of spring flowers will be presented to all Mums 

and candles will be lit for those no longer with us. Refreshments served 

afterwards. A very warm welcome to all. 

Palm Sunday - April 14th - Eucharist at 11 a.m. with the distribution of Palm 

Crosses. 

Details of all Holy Week and Easter Services will be on the Notice Boards. 

EASTER DAY - SUNDAY 21ST APRIL. 

The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be held on Tuesday 30th April at the 

Mytton & Mermaid Hotel at 7.30 p.m. when all aspects of church life will be 

discussed and everyone is welcome to attend. 

ADVANCE NOTICES - The Village Fete and Duck Race will be held on Sunday 30th 

June one week earlier than usual. 

There will be a Bridge Afternoon in 

The Malthouse - Sunday 6th 

October. 

There will be 11 weddings at 

St.Eata's in 2019 and we wish the 

happy couples a memorable day 

and many happy years ahead. 

Several Baptisms are also booked. 

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DO YOU LIVE IN Berrington, Brompton, Betton, Cantlop, 

Cross Houses or Eaton Mascott THEN…. 

Have Your Say! 

COMMUNITY LED PLAN - LAUNCH EVENT 

Your chance to make a Community Led Plan and deliver it! 

A community led plan can help identify local issues that are important to residents and improve our parish 

through community action. Preparing a community led plan allows everyone in the community to come 

together and participate in and influence what happens in our parish. 

Members of the Parish can come along to Community Led Plan meetings and take charge. You do not need 

to have any experience, or particular skills – just an opinion, and a desire to give people in our Parish a say in 

the future of our area. 

Our Drop-In Launch event will be held on Saturday 

2 nd February 2019 at the Chapel Community Centre 

in Cross Houses, 

11am – 2pm. 

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SHROPSHIRE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY 

Tuesday 19th February 2019, 7.15pm 

Guest speaker David Trumper 

MARKET TOWNS & VILLAGES IN N.W. SHROPSHIRE 

Tuesday 19th March 2019, 7.15pm 

Guest speaker Nigel Hinton 

THE SHREWSBURY DRAPERS COMPANY 1462-2017 

Chapel Community Centre, Cross Houses, Shrewsbury SY5 6JH 

Why not visit our website www.sfhs.org.uk 

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COUND & DISTRICT 

Meetings are held on the first Monday of 

each month at Cound Guildhall 10am - 12 

noon. £5 per session, different crafts each 

meeting. 

Everyone is most welcome - new ideas can be 

incorporated and tried so please come along 

and join us. Please contact Sue on 01743 

761355 or email sueshedden52@gmail.com 

for more information. 

FEBRUARY 

Crocheting, bring along your wool and hooks. 

MARCH 

CRAFTERS 

Calligraphy, materials will be 

available on the day. 

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Cross Houses 

Knit and Natter 

Nutter’s 

We are a small group of very 

friendly ladies who meet on the 

third Monday of the month, 10am - 12 noon at the 

Community Room, Noel Hill Road for a chat and to 

make items for charity events which we run twice a 

year for local causes - everyone is welcome and you 

don't have to worry about ability - we are all 

different and learn from each other whilst having a 

laugh. 

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 

Afternoon Tea and Fayre - June 8th and Autumn/ 

Christmas Fayre - 2nd November - to book a stall or 

for more information please contact Sue. 

We welcome new members, please come along and 

join us. 

For more information please contact sue on 01743 

761355 / 07773 161635 or email 

sueshedden52@gmail.com 

NEW GAMES NIGHT 

Enjoy a game of cards or dominos? 

Look no further. Get yourself along to 

Noel Hill Road Community Room on 

the third Tuesday of every month at 

7pm - everyone welcome. The first 

event held on the 15th January was a 

great success. 

Cross Houses Book Club 

Do you enjoy reading and would like to discuss your 

ideas and thoughts with like minded people - then 

please come and join our small, free, friendly and 

local book club. 

We meet at 7.15pm on the third Thursday of the 

month at the Community Room, Noel Hill Road - 

please come along and join us. 

Everyone is welcome, for more 

information please call Sue on 01743 

761355 

2019 Reading List 

February 

“The Secret Legacy “ – Sara Alexander 

March 

“Bad Blood “ – Lorna Sage 

April 

“Errant Hours” - Kate Innes 

May 

“A Room With A View” - E M Forster 

“Will” - Christopher Rush 

June 

“The Countenance Divine” 

- Michael Hughes 

July 

“The Guernsey Literary and 

Potato Peel Pie Society” 

- Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Burrows 

“Return of the Native “ - Thomas Hardy 

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News from Christ Church C.E. Primary School 

Learning, Listening, Living 

Can you remember story time at school? If I’m honest, I have relatively few distinct memories of 

primary school, bar it being a generally happy time. But I do have a very vivid memory of being read ‘The 

Twits’ by Mr Workman when I was 7 – I can still picture my place in the class and remember the joy of how 

horrible he made Mr and Mrs Twit! There are a lot of pressures on primary schools at the moment –schools 

are expected (most often rightly) to tackle all manner of wider issues in society – e-safety, obesity, fitness, 

mental health etc. as well as teach a much wider and deeper curriculum, following recent Government 

reforms. One area that research shows has been impacted is that fewer teachers are reading every day to 

their class, as they are struggling to fit more things in. We are trying to buck this trend and keep that 

traditional pattern of reading every day to all children, whether they are Reception or Year 6. Recent books 

have been a favourite from Roald Dahl – George’s Marvellous Medicine, Wonder by RJ Palacio (which was 

also a film with Julia Roberts you may have seen about facial disfigurement) and another classis - CS Lewis’ 

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. 

If you have a child or grandchild you will know how lovely it is to 

share a book with them – and you might also be interested in the 

latest research which suggests that children who are regularly read to 

out loud have an understanding of language which is on average eight 

months ahead of others. So keep on sharing those books! 

This half term we have some exciting curriculum themes: 

Red Class: Year R and Year 1 – Dinosaur Detectives 

Dinosaur Detectives is our topic and we have our own fossil digging ground in the classroom as well as going 

fossil hunting at Shrewsbury Museum. 

Green Class: Year 2 and Year 3 - Birds 

We are joining in RSPB ‘Big Schools’ Bird Watch’ and have our own bird watching area set up – we are getting 

through lots of seeds and fat balls! 

Yellow Class: Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 – Location, Location, Location 

Many of us are going to Arthog residential centre and we are looking forward to comparing Snowdonia to 

our local area. We can’t wait to try gorge walking and canoeing! We are also looking at mountains and 

mountain ranges across Europe and are enjoying a Geography themed half term. 

Remember we are the catchment school for many villages: Cressage, Cross Houses, Harley, Cound, 

Coundmoor and Sheinton but we also have children attending from further afield. We work closely with 

Childrensworld UK who are onsite and offer an “Outstanding” (Ofsted) nursery and wrap-around childcare 

for before/after school and the holidays. They are open 8am until 6pm. Ring the office for more details on 

01952 510383. I would love to show you around – you don’t need to wait for an ‘Open Morning’. 

Tracey Cansdale, Headteacher 

@ChristChurchsy5 

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Much Wenlock & Cressage Medical Practice 

FEB 2019 

Congratulations to Dr Hay!! 

We are very pleased to announce that Dr Hay has been awarded the Dr Steve Hugh Award from Shropdoc 

for her contribution to improving quality in Primary Care. 

The Award is given in recognition of her innovative work in the areas of Dementia, development and support 

of the Compassionate Communities Group, support of the Well Being Forum and development and 

improvement of end of life care. 

As part of the Award, Dr Hay will receive a presentation plaque plus a donation of £500 to a Charity of her 

choice. We would like to congratulate Dr Hay on receiving the Dr Steve Hugh Award and for her work in 

developing services for the benefit of patients. 

Extended Access – pre-bookable appointments – 

evenings, weekends and bank holidays 

To access routine GP, Nurse or Healthcare Assistant 

appointments in the evenings and on Saturday 

mornings please contact the Practice and ask for an 

extended access appointment. The Reception staff 

will then be able to locate the next available 

appointment offered by local Practices such as 

Bridgnorth, Ludlow and Highley. 

Pre-bookable routine appointments will be available 

as follows: 

Weekday evenings (Monday to Friday) 

between 6.30pm and 8pm (at a local area hub) 

Saturdays 

between 8am and 1pm (at a local area hub) 

To book an appointment for a Sunday or Bank 

Holiday please contact: 

0333 222 6649, appointments offered between 

8.30am and 12.30pm (at a single site in central 

Shrewsbury). 

Testing of Urine Samples 

Samples will not be accepted after 10.30 am unless 

specifically agreed with the GP or Nurse. 

Please ensure you write your details on the sample 

bottle and complete the form available from 

reception before placing the sample in the bin for 

testing. 

Any samples we need to send to the laboratory or 

further investigations need to be processed before 

Hospital transport arrives at 11 am. 

Minor Illness Clinic 

The Minor Illness Clinic is for patients aged 10 years 

and over. Sister Sue Webber is a Nurse Prescriber, 

qualified in assessing and treating minor illnesses. 

Appointments for the Minor Illness Clinics are held on 

a Tuesday and Thursday morning at the Cressage 

Practice. 

If the Nurse considers you require a doctor’s opinion 

you will be referred directly to your GP. 

If you have one of the following symptoms please 

ask for an appointment in the Minor Illness Clinic. 

Coughs and colds 

Ear ache 

Hayfever 

Headaches 

Urine infections 

Sore Throat 

Sore eyes 

Insect bites and stings 

Rashes 

Alternatively visit https://www.nhs.uk for further 

information and advice. 

To book appointments 

please telephone 

01952 511166 

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CRESSAGE Gardening Club 

First a Happy New Year to all our readers from the 

Committee and Members of Cressage Gardening Club. 

December saw members and their guests enjoy another 

fine Christmas Meal at The Huntsman in Little Wenlock. 

January is the month when CGC holds its Annual General Meeting but as it falls just 

after most local magazines go to press the write-up will be in next month’s edition. 

Forthcoming Events 

February 21st - Ingrid Millington from Hill View Hardy 

Plants talking about Herbaceous Perennials. 

March 21st - Jill Rallings from Mynd Hardy Plants giving Tips for Garden Design 

Cressage Gardening Club normally meets on the 3 rd Thursday monthly (August and 

December excepted) at 7.30 p.m. in Cressage Village Hall. Contact: Sally Lucas- 

Garner (Chairperson) on 01694 771271 for more information 

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The Reverend Sarah Hare writes 

Dear Friends 

It was wonderful to be part of the Carol Services at both 

Betton Strange and Berrington over the Christmas season. 

Both churches were full and we had a wonderful celebration for both communities as we told 

again the story of the birth of Jesus – God’s Son who came to earth for us. Thank you to all 

those who cleaned and set up the churches, played, sang and read and those who provided 

refreshments for us to share. Both services were a real joy and I would also like to thank my 

colleague Rev Phillip Bytheway who I share ministry with in this Parish. 

During December following discussions at PCC (Parochial Church Council), with sadness we 

asked Hereford Diocese to start the process towards closure of All Saint’s Church, Berrington. 

We are now in the first round of the formal process of consultation which will end in the 

middle of February and we then move into a further round following this. I have spoken to 

our local Parish Council to inform them of what is happening at present with this and we wait 

to see what the outcome will be of these consultations. We know that any change with All 

Saint’s, Berrington will impact St Margaret’s Church Betton Strange but at present, the 

process is focusing on All Saint’s Church, Berrington and we will take this one step at a time. 

As we go through this process, I will do my best to keep people informed of what is 

happening, to answer the questions that you have and to tell you what the outcomes may be, 

however there are many ifs and buts at the moment and I honestly do not know what the 

outcome may be. 

Bishop Alistair Magowan (Bishop of Ludlow) will be coming to lead a service at All Saint’s 

Church, Berrington on Sunday 10 th March at 11am to offer pastoral support as we go through 

this process. All are invited to this service and there will be refreshments following the 

service to give an opportunity for conversation with Bishop Alistair. 

Please be assured of both mine and Rev Matthew’s prayers as we continue to discern what is 

best for our Parish at this time and if you have concerns, then please do contact me to discuss 

these. 

With every blessing 

Rev Sarah 

Team Vicar in Wenlock Team of Parishes, Contact Details: 3 Park Road, Much Wenlock, 

Shropshire, TF13 6JH Tel - 01952 728045 E-mail – wenlockteamvicar@aol.co.uk 

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CHURCH SERVICES IN THE 

PARISH OF BERRINGTON WITH BETTON 

STRANGE 

FEBRUARY 

Sunday 3rd February, 9.45am 

Betton Strange 

Sunday 10th February, 11am 

Berrington 

Sunday 3rd March, 9.45am 

Betton Strange 

Sunday 10th March, 11am 


The Bishop of Ludlow will take the Eucharist at All Saints 

Berrington on Sunday 10th March at 11am. 

COME AND JOIN US at Christ Church C of E 

Primary School, Cressage. 

Sunday 17 th February 2019 at 4pm 

Sunday 17 th March 2019 at 4pm 

Join us for fun, food, Bible story and crafts. 

Messy Church is an All-Age event where 

anybody is welcome to attend. 

However, children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all 

times. 

For further information, please contact Revd Sarah on 01952 728045 or 

wenlockteamvicar@aol.co.uk 

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Week of Accompanied Prayer – 24 th – 30 th March 2019 

In March 2019 the week of accompanied prayer creates an 

opportunity for us to think about our prayer lives, whether this 

feels healthy or we struggle with knowing how to talk and 

listen to God. We have individuals who are called prayer 

guides who come from outside of our team who come and 

spend the week in The Wenlock Team of Parishes. There will 

be opportunities to meet with your guide in complete 

confidence for a short time of half an hour each day. We need 

to finalise numbers for this by the end of February so if you 

would like to know more or to register to take part in this 

week, please speak to Rev Sarah or Rev Matthew 01952 

728045/01952 727396 or wenlockteamvicar@aol.co.uk or 

wenlockrectory@btinternet.com 

BERRINGTON 

CHURCH CLEANING 

FEBRUARY 

Sue Purcell 

MARCH 

Amy Holcroft 

Berrington Church 

ALTAR FLOWERS 

FEBRUARY 

Barbara Maund 

MARCH 

Lent 

Berrington Church Lottery Winners 

1st £15, 2nd Prize £10, 3rd Prize £5 

DECEMBER 

1st L Crofts, 2nd T Weaver, 3rd H Carpenter 

JANUARY 

1st J Mott, 2nd R King, 3rd M Saul 

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* Lawn mowing 

* Hedge cutting 

* Pruning 

* Weeding 

* Planting 

* Brushcutting / strimming 

Tel: 01743 761418 

Mobile: 07580536112 

Email: clive.s.gardiner@gmail.com 

C. S. Gardiner 

Garden services 

GRASS 

CUTTING 

SERVICES 

Local, reliable grass cutting service 

No job to big 

No job to small 

From one off cuts 

To a regular service 

For a free quote call 

Gary on 

07837293778 or 01743 761821 

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BERRINGTON VILLAGE HALL 

The Village Hall in Berrington is 

available for hire (at very 

competitive rates). Prices available 

on application. To make a booking 

or an enquiry. 

Please contact Penny Walker on 

01743 761522 

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IMPORTANT 

Deadline for 

the APR/MAY 

issue is Fri 

15th March 

2019 

THE PUMP - ADVERTISING 

Advertising rates are: 

Full Page: £25 per edition or £110 per annum 

1/2 Page (Landscape): £12.50 per edition or £55 per annum 

1/4 Page (Portrait): £10 per edition or £45 per annum 

1/4 Page (Landscape): £10 per edition or £45 per annum 

1/8 Page (Landscape): £7.50 per edition or £30 per annum 

The Village Pump is a bi-monthly publication of 700 copies. 

Advertisements need to be paid for in advance. If you would like to place 

an advert in the Village Pump then please contact the Editor: 

Lezley Picton, Newmans Hall, Eaton Mascott, Shrewsbury SY5 6HE 

e: lezley.bpc@btinternet.com t: 01743 761619 

Cheques should be made payable to Berrington Parish Council and sent 

to Berrington Parish Clerk, Home, Back Lane, Longnor, Nr Shrewsbury 

SY5 7PP. Alternatively you can pay by Bank Transfer. 

Magazine Editor: 

Lezley Picton, Newmans Hall, Eaton Mascott, Shrewsbury, SY5 6HE 

t: 01743 761619 e: lezley.bpc@btinternet.com 

The Village Pump 

The Village Pump is delivered on a bi-monthly basis to houses throughout the Parishes of Berrington and 

Atcham. 

If you feel you could help your community by delivering the Pump in your area please contact Lezley 

Picton on 01743 761619. The more volunteer deliverers we have the smaller the area to deliver. We 

look forward to hearing from you. 

ADVERTISEMENT DISCLAIMER 

Please note ACCEPTANCE OF ADVERTISEMENTS DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. THE EDITORS 

RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT ARTICLES IF SPACE IS LIMITED. 

THE BELL PUBLIC HOUSE CROSS HOUSES 

PENSIONERS LUNCHEON CLUB 

WEDNESDAYS 13th FEBRUARY & 13th MARCH 

Please telephone 01743 761264 to book your place and 

select your meal choice. 

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Missed Rubbish or Recycling 

Collections 

If your recycling, rubbish or garden waste is not collected as expected you must report your 

missed collection to Shropshire Council within two working days by calling 0345 678 9007. 

Before you report a missed collection please wait until 5pm (because the collection crews 

may still be out working). Also check: 

• that your containers were out on the right day. 

• that your containers were out by 7am 

• that your containers were out in the correct place 

• that your lid was closed and no extra waste was next to your 

bin 

• that the correct waste was in the containers 

Shropshire Council will investigate the incident and if your 

collection has genuinely been missed they will come back and 

collect it within two working days. 

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• Gutters Emptied and Cleaned 

• Fascia Cleaning 

• Lawns Mowed 

• General Maintenance and Repairs 

book in or for a free quote. 

Handyman Home Services 

t: 07800 537789 (Condover) e: andybithell@yahoo.co.uk 

www.handymanhomeservices.co.uk 

Window Cleaning Rates from: 

Small House / Bungalow £7.50 

Medium House/Bungalow £10.00 

Large House / Bungalow £12.50 

Ben Carter 

Landscaping, Grounds, 

Property Maintenance 

Hedge Cutting 

Chemical Application (lawns, drives etc) 

Shed, Fence Maintenance 

Tree, Shrub Planting 

Woodland Management 

Please call me on 

07891 376638 or 01743 718802 

for a quote or further information 

Netley Boarding Kennels 

& Cattery 

New fully heated and insulated kennels now open 

Full inspection and bookings 

Phone Den or Barb on 01743 718264 / 07803 240207 

Collection and delivery service available 

Enquire for discounts 

Opening Times 

Monday to Friday 9am-10am and 4pm-5pm 

Sat & Sun 9am-10am only 

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POTENTIAL 

ADVERTISERS 

If you think the Village Pump is only a 

magazine that circulates to 700+ readers 

over two parishes, think again….. 

This magazine also appears online at 

www.berringtonparishcouncil.org.uk 

& www.atchamparishcouncil.org.uk 

Buy local, use 

local services 

and tradesman 

and support 

the local 

economy 

“Summer Lillies” 

Ofsted Registered Childminder 

For more information please call 

Emmie : 07425 872476 

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TWO COURSE 

SPECIAL 

12 - 3pm MON - SAT 

£6.95 

NEW MENU CHOICES FOR AUTUMN 

CROSS HOUSES 

To book a table or for more 

information please call 01743 761264 

P PPP P P P P CHOOSE FROM P P P P P P P 

BAKED HAM, FREE RANGE EGG & 

CHIPS (GF) 

WHOLETAIL BREADED SCAMPI, 

CHIPS & GARDEN PEAS 

CHILLI CON CARNE WITH RICE OR 

CHIPS (GF) 

SAUSAGES, FREE RANGE EGG, 

CHIPS & PEAS 

CHICKEN & VEGETABLE CASSE- 

ROLE (GF) 

With rice or mashed potato 

TOMATO & MASCARPONE PASTA 

BAKE (GF) (V) P 

Served with garlic bread 

CHICKEN & VEGETABLE CURRY 

(GF) 

Served with rice or chips 

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN (GF) 

Served with rice or chips 

BRAISED BEEF & MUSHROOMS 

With rice or mashed potato 

1/4 LB ABERDEEN ANGUS CHEESE 

BURGER 

Served with chips 

MINI BATTERED COD & CHIPS 

MEATBALLS IN A TANGY 

BOLOGNESE SAUCE 

Served with pasta and topped with grated 

cheese 

FOLLOWED BY ANY SWEET FROM THE “TODAY” BOARD 

The Bell Inn, an 18th century traditional country Inn, 4 miles south of Shrewsbury town 

centre on the A458 Bridgnorth road. Offering local, seasonal freshly prepared food, 

Bed & Breakfast - all ensuite rooms & of course a very warm welcome. 

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Est. 1999 

The 

Station 

Cattery 


Prop. Brenda Graham 

Heated Chalets with outside 

covered runs overlooking fields . 

Personal attention at all times. 

Inspection very welcome 

01743 761513 

Period Houses in Miniature 

Speciality Dolls Houses, furniture, wallpaper, 

carpets, figures, lighting and accessories 

Wood strips & mouldings, Styrene, fixings, 

tools, scenics, scatters, paints and adhesives 

Think 

Tank 

Military Model kits and accessories 

Tamiya, Airfix, Trumpeter, Masterbox, MiniArt 

Hat Figures, Emhar and many more 

14 Parade Shopping Centre 

St Mary’s Place, Shrewsbury SY1 1DL 

01743 360298 

Established 1987 

David Jones 

Specialist Bathroom Fitter 

T 01743 761 050 

M 07712 694 449 

E daj2506@aol.co.uk 

Floor 

Tiling 

Wall 

Tiling 

Plumbing 

Lighting 

Your Local 

Bathroom 

Specialist 

References 

available 

upon request 

Full Liability 

Insurance 

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Crown Podiatry Ltd 

NEW chiropody/podiatry service now open in CRESSAGE 

Modern, newly furbished clinic providing full range of services including: 

• nail cutting/nail deformities 

• corns/callus and verruca’s 

• ingrowing toenails 

• biomechanical assessments 

• customised insoles 

• neurovascular assessments 

• diabetic foot care 

Fully qualified (3 years training) & fully insured 

HCPC Registration No: CH33162 (health insurance claims) 

Member of The Society Of Chiropodists and Podiatrists 

Mr Pius Karena (BSc MChS) 

Tel: 01952 510865 Mobile 07790038367 

Email: crownpodiatry@gmail.com www.crownpodiatry.co.uk 

COST OF FOOD ROCKETING? 

Ever thought of 

GYO 

Growing Your Own? 

You could be growing your own fruit and 

vegetables at a fraction of the cost in the shops. 

Interested in having your own allotment? 

Even if you are a beginner, there are plenty of 

other allotment holders willing to give advice. 

To book your plot at the Cross Houses Allotment 

contact Cameron 

Moffett on 01743 

761443 

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Open daily 9am – 4pm (3pm on Sundays) 

The Village Store & Pedal Stop 

at Upton Magna 

Open daily for great coffee, light lunches, homemade cakes & pastries, cakes and much more. 

Eat in or take out hot and cold food & drinks available. 

In a rush? Call or message us & we can prepare lunches ready for collection! 

Glass bottled milk & juices, Wenlock Edge Farm bacon & Sausage, cheeses and Hollowdene eggs, all 

available at our Deli, together with fresh bread delivered daily. Fresh Produce delivered daily too – we 

offer a full ordering service for bespoke Fruit & Veg boxes. 

We stock stamps & a wide range of convenience items for when you run out of something essential! 

We have a large selection of locally hand-made items which are ideal for gifts for 

friends or yourself! We also sell hand-made Cards for all occasions 

Follow us on Facebook & sign up to our newsletter to be kept up to date with offers & tastings! 

Contact us on 07802 740018 

ROSS HINES 

CHIMNEY SWEEPING 

Clean Chimneys are 

safe chimneys 

Brush and Vacuum – Leakage testing – 

Nests removed –Cowls, Bird Guards and 

caps supplied and fitted. Open fire, multi 

fuel stoves, Aga, domestic and commercial. 

Fully Insured with NFU, Certificates given. 

For a Fast, Friendly and Clean Service or 

just help and advice. 

Call: 01939 768319 

OR 01743 768319 

24 The Wheatlands, Baschurch, 

Shropshire. 

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Unit 85, Condover Industrial Estate, Condover, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 7NH 

• Dog / Cat Food 

• Animal Health (inc. Wormers, Flea 

Treatment) 

• Coal 

• Calor Gas Cylinders 

• Fencing Materials 

• Equine Supplies - Feed, Bedding, 

Supplements 

• Garden Machinery Service & Repair 

• And much, much, more 

FREE LOCAL DELIVERY SERVICE 

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 

TEL: 01743 718955 FAX: 01743 718966 EMAIL: acefarmsupplies@aol.com 

Mon - Fri 8am - 5.30pm Sat 8am - 12 Noon 

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‘Reliable Window Cleaning 

at an Affordable Price’ 

• Residential and commercial 

• Windows, frames and sills 

• Gutter, fascia and soffit cleaning 

• Gutter clearing/emptying 

• Conservatory and car port roof cleaning 

We use our own purified water via a water fed, 

high reaching pole to clean your windows, frames 

and sills leaving them to dry smear and spot free. 

Call today 01743 624033 or 07752 385 333 

www.ag-window-cleaning.co.uk 

E: info@ag-window-cleaning.co.uk 

Find us on Facebook 

www.facebook.com/agwinclean 

HHHHH Reviews 

THE CHAPEL COMMUNITY CENTRE, CROSS HOUSES 

Day/Session 

Monday to Thursday 

Members of the 

Parish 

Outside of 

the Parish 

Rate Payable 

Morning £35 £45 

Afternoon £35 £45 

Evening £35 £45 

Friday to Sunday 

Morning £35 £45 

Afternoon £35 £45 

Evening £50 £75 

To make a booking 

ROOM HIRE RATES 

2019 

A refundable deposit 

equal to the rate of hire 

or £50 

whichever is lower, is 

to be paid at the time 

of booking. 

If paying the deposit by 

cheque, it must be 

valid for at least one 

month after the date 

booked. 

The deposit will be 

returned to you 

providing the room/ 

venue is left as per our 

terms and conditions. 

please call Sue Mason on 01743 761423 or 07964 120 998 

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D.W. PLASTERING 

 

 

 

 

 

All Aspects of Plastering 

Fully Insured 

Friendly, Professional Service 

Local Business 

No Job too Small 

For a free, no obligation quote contact: 

Dom Wilding 07531 23 23 12 / domwplastering@gmail.com 

Check out our 5* reviews and photos of recent projects at: 

www.facebook.com/dwplasteringshrewsbury 

PAUL CASWELL CARS 

ATCHAM GARAGE 

Supplying quality used cars since 1985 

We have a great range of low mileage used cars available. 

We also service and repair most makes and models of cars and have the latest diagnostic equipment for 

engine fault codes and warning lights including ABS, Airbags, Power steering etc. 

We also carry out Air Con re gassing and servicing. 

www.paulcaswellcars.co.uk 01743 761226 Find us on 

Support your local shop, try……. 

THE STORES 

CROSS HOUSES 

Petrol Station ◆ 

Convenience Store ◆ Off Licence ◆ Post Office 

Post Office Opening Hours: 

Mon—Fri 9am—5.30pm 

Sat—9am—12 noon 

Open Daily 7am—9pm 

TEL: 01743 761577 

FAX: 01743 761663 

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USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 

Cressage Surgery 01952 511166 

Samaritans 01743 369696 

Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111 

Furniture Scheme 01743 246668 

Shrewsbury Police Station 0300 333 000 

Bromford Housing Association 0330 1234 034 

Severnside Housing 01743 285000 

01743 360945 (emergencies) 

Councillor Claire Wild 01743 255 884 / 07582 002 100 

UK National Drugs Helpline 0800 77 66 00 

Citizens Advice Bureau (Shrewsbury) 0344 499 1100 

Age Concern 01743 233123 

Gas Emergency Services 0800 111 999 

Cruse Bereavement Care Helpline 0808 808 1677 

Berrington Parish Council Clerk 01743 718695 

Atcham Parish Council Clerk 01743 718695 

National Rail Enquiries 03457 48 49 50 

Shrewsbury Dial-a-Ride 01743 45350 

NHS Direct 111 

NHS Direct Text Phone (for deaf/hard of hearing) 18001 111 

Shropshire Council 0345 678 9000 

Severn Trent (water and sewerage) 0800783 4444 

Shropshire Home Point 0300 303 8595 

Chapel Community Centre (Bookings) 01743 761423 / 07964 120 998 

Village Pump Editor, Lezley Picton 01743 761619 

Shropshire Council (Streets, Roads and Transport) 

Bins & Recycling (Missed Collections) 0345 678 9007. 

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital 01743 261000 

Princess Royal Hospital, Telford 01952 641222 

MANWEB Emergency 0845 272 7999 

RSPCA (cruelty hotline) 0300 1234 999 

Floodline 0345 988 1188 

Dog Fouling (Reporting) - Longden Road Depot 0345 678 9006 

0345 678 9006 (inc out of hours) 

Published by Berrington Parish Council, Shropshire. Printed by SJF Design & Print Ltd, Unit 7, Leaton Forest Offices, Leaton Knolls, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 3HX 

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