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Valentine Ideas Pages 18 - 19
Health & Beauty Pages 20 - 27
Weddings
Pages 28 - 29
Lees Xmas Market Pages 30 - 31
Fashion
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Lifestyle
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Time Out
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Happy New Year One & All
On behalf of everyone at the magazine, may I be one of the first to welcome
you to 2013, and I hope it will be an excellent year for us all. 2012 was a great
year with plenty to enjoy both locally and further afield. The London Olympic
and Jubilee celebrations were most definitely two incredible highlights for me,
and you all I'm sure. Christmas too is lovely but after three weeks of binge
eating and sampling a little too much festive port, enough is enough and it's
always nice to blow off the old cobwebs and start again.
I think 2013 is going to be another great year for the area, especially with all
the many events planned throughout the year in and around this beautiful part
of the country. Don't forget you can read all about them here with us!
This has been another great twelve months for the magazine and we hope to
kick on in the New Year as we continue to grow from strength to strength. Our
aim however remains the same as it has always been....To make your magazine
the best it possibly can be. As always, we have plenty of local stories and
features inside for you to read and enjoy...including a number of FREE to enter
competitions with some excellent prizes up for grabs. So get involved as you
have to be in it to win it this New Year!
We would like to welcome all our new advertisers to the magazine, and we
hope that by working with us you will see the benefits of featuring in the areas
premier glossy publication, and of course all our existing advertisers for their
valued custom! Finally we would like to thank all the people who make this
magazine what it is today - YOU! Without your stories and input over the past
21 years we just simply wouldn't be able to put the magazine together.
Please remember, if you belong to charity or are involved in any kind of fund
raising activity, then please do give us a call or send us an email. We will be
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Well there's no time to waste. Have a great start to the New Year and i'll see
you all in the Spring!
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Zing and Zest
Relish the Experience of Indian Cuisine!
Tarik Syed and Habib Rahman, are the proud owners of Ashton-Under-Lyne’s newest Indian Restaurant, which is situated on Oldham Road, beside IKEA.
Both gentlemen have had a successful career in the restaurant industry. Tarik comes from a curry dynasty, which has had restaurants since the 1960’s, and were the
owners of the Lancashire Tandoori which was a very popular Indian restaurant, in Ashton during the 1980s.
Habib, also managed other successful Indian restaurants in Tameside. Now the duo has combined their skills in the Indian Restaurant Industry to create Zing and Zest
Indian food bar, a modern and contemporary restaurant.
Local Comedy Club Up For Top Awards
Saddleworth's Off The Rails Comedy Club has been nominated as 'Best promoter And Comedy
Club' in Dave TV and Absolute Radio's One Night Stand Award. Promoter Rob Riley said;
"It's been a fantastic year for us here at Off The Rails. We're up against some serious
competition so I'm not holding out too much hope but you never
know and winning would be a great way to celebrate the end of our
tenth year of bringing great acts to packed houses."
Voters can win one of five iPad's, a 55" 3D telly, DAB radios and free
tickets by voting for their favourite club. Vote either by
texting DAVE56 to 67777 (which costs the princely sum of ten pence)
or the more frugal can register their approval at Dave TV's Facebook
page.
Dave TV's One Night Stand is on every Wednesday 10pm featuring
many of the acts that have, or are due to appear, at Off The Rails.
On the subject of competitions Droylsden's Danny Sutcliffe beat five
other finalists in October to become the Off The Rails Comedian Of
The Year. Runners up were Leeds' Peter Brush and Salford's Kevin
Shevlin. Oldham's Mick Ferry compered. Despite a great showing
Danny Sutcliffe
from all six finalists Danny's natural stage presence coupled with
strong original material won over the judging panel of three comedy industry professionals. You can hear
Danny every Wednesday on his late night radio show on Tameside FM
Danny received £500, a website from sponsors www.urbanhaze.com and a paid spot at the Highlights chain of
comedy clubs. Sponsors were Off The Rails Comedy Club, Urban Haze and J.W. Lees brewery.
Off The Rails Comedy Club takes place at the Royal George, Greenfield on the last Sunday of every month with
additional fundraising and touring shows throughout the year . The last show of 2012 was on Sunday 30th
December with Christian Reilly, Tom Wrigglesworth and MC Dan Nightingale. For details on future nights please
go www.saddleworthcomedy.co.uk or ring Tel: 07874 152338
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The restaurant, which stands out with its lime green exterior, on Oldham Road, serves a range of Traditional
Indian dishes. Alongside, British favourites; Zing and Zests own signature dishes and their Chef’s specials.
The Zing and Zest menu is not only full of a tantalising choice of flavours and new, interesting recipes, but the
menu also gives a very clear ‘strength guide’ which will steer you to your favourite dish be it a mild one star or
very hot five star!
Unlike many Indian restaurants Zing
and Zest also have a range of
vegetable side dishes which can be
made into a main course for any
vegetarians.
All their menus (including
takeaway) are available online.
Zing and Zest should be a great
addition to the Ashton-Under-Lyne
restaurants and we predict they will
have a very busy 2013.
Left to Right... Mick Ferry, Danny Sutcliffe,
Rob Riley (Off The Rails) and Nick Watts
from Urban Haze).

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Out & About
Opening Hours:
Monday - Thursday 4.30 pm - 11.30 pm
Friday - Saturday 4.30 pm - midnight
Sunday 1.00 pm - 10.00 pm
For Table Bookings and Take Aways Please Call
0161 343 2131 www.zingandzest.co.uk
Zing and Zest
126 Oldham Road, Ashton Under Lyne, OL7 9AH
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Out & About
Manns Wharf Professional Caterering
Cooking up a treat this New Year
around SADDLEWORTH 8
Manns Wharf professional caterers are proud to offer an individually
tailored service to suit all your culinary requirements. Located in
bottom Mossley they are a reputable family business who pride
themselves on providing an excellent service. Now in its 14th year,
Helen, John and wife Jeanette cater for all events including wedding
receptions, corporate events, private parties and all other types of
function.
This January, Manns Wharf are planning to work with the Smart
Apprenticeship scheme in the hope of raising some money for the
Christie's Charity. The aim of the exercise will be to produce to a
selection of foods, which will be created from a limited budget and
sold on a market stall in Ashton-Under-Lyne where all the proceeds
will go directly to this very worth while cause. "We are really looking
forward to the challenge." Says Helen. "If all goes to plan, then we
should make quite a bit for the charity." You can see how they get
on in the next issue.
All Manns Wharf's hot and cold buffets are prepared from fresh, using quality produce from local suppliers where possible.
Alternatively suppliers are carefully selected from further afield so quality is not compromised. You don't even have to order
a full buffet from Manns Wharf. If you require any individual items, or require just a selection of dishes, or even a dessert for
a romantic Valentines meal at home, then they can take care of everything.
Manns Wharf offers not only a selection of local and traditional recipes but also A la Carte and an extensive use of foods
from around the world, including Thai, French, Indian, Mediterranean, Greek and Chinese to name but a few. They are also
proud to offer healthy and dietary options and welcome any personal choices, and can accommodate any religious needs.
So whatever your function this 2013, why not contact Manns Wharf and let them take care of everything. They will be happy
to discuss your requirements and help you plan your occasion so that it is extra special and unique. Call them today on Tel:
01457 834424/871156 or Email: john@manns-wharf.co.uk
Helen, John, Jeanette and the team at Manns Wharf would like to take this opportunity in thanking their customers for their
loyal support and would like wish them a happy and prosperous New Year.
Quality professional catering to suit all your needs
We invite you to our comfortable,
relaxing lounge to discuss your wedding
plans - and sample some tasters.
“An excellent trustworthy family business”
Quality
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Manns Wharf professional catering
service uses the finest, freshest produce
for all occasions from Banquets and
weddings, corporates and luxury
barbecues, hot and cold buffets
Call us on 01457 834424 or 871156
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The Manns Wharf team would like to thank
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Out & About
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Wilberry's Cafe
Sweet Memories
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Hair & Beauty Lounge
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Community Centre
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Oliver Rose
Scouthead
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Old Original
Grains Bar
Kings Arms
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The Three Crowns
Service Station
Lush
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Bryn Daniel Hair Company
Matthew James Furniture
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The Grapes Inn
The Red Lion
The Front House
Viking Fitness
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Lees DIY
Milan
Choc Box
Florries
Techniques
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Mossley
Mossley Co-op
Mossley Chippy
Dysarts
Ian McConnell Vets
The Tollemache
Ashiana
George Lawton Hall
The Highland Laddie
Colorz Hairdressers
Doubledays Newsagents
Roaches Lock
Flying Teapot
Hare & Hounds (Luzley)
Stamford Arms
Rising Sun
Mossley Dental Centre
Corner Cafe
Lime Tree Cafe
Marsden
The Tunnel End Inn
Heygreen Hotel
Great Westen
New Inn
Carriage House
Cube Cure
Riverhead Pub
Visitor Centre
Ashton Under Lyne
Park Bridge Heritage
Cheshire Hanging Baskets
Tourist Information Office
Bradley's Bakery
Portland Basin Marina
The Sycamore
Uppercrust Bakery
Junction Inn
The Fun Depot
Aquatic Fanatic
Harrington & Hallworth
Treatment Clinic
Decisions
Park Bridge Institute
Stage One Boutique
Amaani Restaurant
Stalybridge
Carrbrook Post Office
Enki
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Hunters Tavern
Menu
Oxford Street Fish & Chippy
Old Forge
Natwest Bank
Heyrod Village Store
Stitch in Time
Gallery 23
Stalybridge Celtic
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Simpsons Jewellers
Coliseum Theatre
Oldham Library
Bradbury Plumbing
Millers Florist
Smarties Cleaners
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Shaw
The Black Lad
MAS
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Meats and Eats
Duke Street Motors
Coffee & Sandwich Bar
Jo Jay Rees Coffee Shop
Royton
The Blubelle Bar & Restaurant
Casa Belmondo
The Attic Tattoo Studio
The Blue Tiffin
Fireside Corner
Milnrow
Carpet Creations
Newhey
Cedar Tree
Hollingworth Lake
The Beach
Del Lago
Littleborough
Waterside Restaurant
The Rake
Holmfirth
The Huntsman
The Ford Inn
Compo's Restaurant &
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Holmfirth Mills
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Enjoy 2013
with...Saddleworth W.I.
A fantastic evening was enjoyed by all at the Saddleworth W.I Salsa Night
with Special Guests, the Giddy Gringos. The fun packed event was held at
Dobcross Band Club on 3rd November and was the W.I's final fundraiser
of 2012, with all profits raised being donated to their three very deserving
chosen charities; Oldham Mountain Rescue, Oldham Cancer Care and
Saddleworth Special Needs Playgroup.
The Saddleworth W.I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who
supported them and made the evening an incredible success including,
The Giddy Gringos, the Backstep Boogie Club, the local businesses for
their generous raffle prizes and of course all the guests who came along
to enjoy the event.
The next planned event will be the Shop Local 'farmer's style market',
now in it's third year, which will be held at the Civic Hall on the 3rd March
Stacey and Steve would like to wish all
customers old and new a very Happy New Year!
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Enjoy our Acoustic Afternoon
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Whatever the occasion hold it here. We
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2013. This is a joint event held with Saddeworth Parish Council aimed to
showcase local businesses in the area. Stalls are available for £15 and
entry for the public to this well attended event is FREE.
The Saddleworth W.I monthly meetings are held on the first Wednesday of
every month at the Saddleworth Hotel, starting at 7.30pm. They have a
very interesting programme of speakers for 2013 and a variety of
subgroups to suit every taste. Please note that the January meeting has
been postponed until the 9th January. The annual W.I subscriptions are
due at this meeting. If you are interested in
attending a meeting as a guest, you will be made
very welcome. Further information can be found on
their website http://www.saddleworthwi.com.
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Sarnies at heart of British diet
Despite all the negatives of the recession, it seems that
ready-to-eat sandwiches are now such a big part of our lives
that we no longer see them as a luxury.
New figures show that we chomped our way through 126 million more pre-packed
sandwiches last year than in 2008, bringing the total consumed to a whopping three billion
sarnies across the UK.
And although another three billion lunch boxes were
taken to work, more people bought ready-made
sarnies from supermarkets to take home - an
increase of eight per cent - to put into lunch
boxes the next day.
Sandwiches are also highly fashion-led with
constant changes in the 20 most popular fillings,
although chicken salad remains at number one.
In fact, chicken is the most popular filling,
accounting for about 30% of all ready-made
sandwiches, or 68,000 tonnes of the stuff
The statistics from the British Sandwich
Association show that the humble sandwich has
come a long way from its origins as a snack for field
labourers in the middle ages.
However, it did not get its name until 1762 when
the 4th Earl of Sandwich called for some cuts of
beef to be placed between toasted slices of bread so
that he could continue gambling while he ate.
The Earl's request elevated the humble sandwich
from the fields to the tables of the aristocracy
and it seems it hasn't looked back since, becoming
the snack of choice for lunches, parties and picnics in its 250-year history.
In total British consumers managed to munch their way through over 11.5 billion
sandwiches last year - with more than half of them made and eaten at home.
While the average price of a sandwich is almost £1.91, the record for creating the most
expensive sarnie ever is claimed by chef Tom Bridge whose Lancaster Cheese Sandwich
which was sold on ebay in 2006 for £345. The creation included white Umbrian truffles at
£1,700 per kilo - an ingredient unlikely to be found in most kitchens.
The world's largest pre-packed sandwich is believed to be one created by Roberts Bakery
in Norwich that was 2.5 metres long, packed with Marmite, tuna and mayonnaise and
weighing the same as 1,000 loaves.
Britain's biggest sandwich retailer is now the American franchise chain Subway which shot
ahead of Tesco, Greggs and Marks & Spencer to take the lead in 2006. But retailers would
need to take note that many consumers buying sandwiches in busy spots refuse to queue
for more than two minutes for their lunch or afternoon tea.
Despite the huge variety of breads on offer today, nearly 60% of pre-packed sandwiches
are made with traditional square sandwich bread while wraps account for just four per
cent.
Nearly 20% of all sandwiches are purchased in London with the Midlands just behind at
17% followed by Yorkshire on 12% and 11% in Lancashire while people in the North East
and South West buy the fewest.
Jim Winship, Director of the British Sandwich Association, says: “It seems that while
some consumers reacted to all the negative publicity by making more sandwiches at
home, this was short-lived.
“The evidence suggests that people get bored with the limited choice of ingredients
they have in the home for making up lunch boxes - the choice of fillings in sandwich
outlets is generally much greater.
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Out & About
The Old Bell - Delph
The restaurant now has a contemporary
feel that contrasts perfectly with the
Brasserie which retains its traditional
charm. It can be hired for private
parties, functions and for wedding
breakfasts and evening receptions.
The Old Bell Inn opened the doors of its
new restaurant at the beginning of
December. The grand opening also
celebrated the completion of four new
bedrooms giving a total of 18
bedrooms. The accommodation is
perfect for business clients who want a
home away from home when travelling,
or for couples or families looking for a
weekend away.
The bedrooms are bright and modern
and reflect the quality of the extension
and refurbishment. The Old Bell Inn has
seen its busiest and most successful Christmas to date. Staff looked after hundreds
of happy customers throughout the
festive period and were delighted at the
positive comments they received for
both the restaurant interior and the
festive fare.
For enquiries e-mail:
info@theoldbellinn.co.uk. Tel: 01457
870130 or visit the website:
www.theoldbellinn.co.uk
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Traditional Fish & Chips
In the heart of Diggle
DIGGLE CHIPPY
TRADITIONAL
FISH & CHIPS
DAILY LUNCHTIME SPECIALS
Fresh Fish Cooked To Order
Kids Menu Available
Ample Free Parking
Mon – Fri Lunch 11.30am – 1.30pm
Mon & Tues Tea 4.30pm – 7.30pm
Wed & Thurs Tea 4.30pm – 8.00pm
Fri Tea 4.00pm – 8.00pm
152 Huddersfield Rd
Diggle, Saddleworth, OL3 5PF.
01457-874398
Phone orders welcome.
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fish & chips and
Diggle Chippy is just
the place to find them.
Situated on
Huddersfield Road, the
chippy is the
destination of choice
for many of the areas
hungry residents.
Proud owners Steve &
Rachel Wood are now
celebrating their 5th
anniversary at Diggle Chippy, having seen the business grow from strength to
strength. Both Steve & Rachel are passionate about keeping Diggle Chippy firmly
on the map for being one of the best in the area. "We have had a great five years
here." Says Rachel. "The regular comments we get about our food is certainly
positive and we would just like to thank our loyal customers for their continued
support."
Winter Specials on the Menu include; the popular Home made Cheese & Onion Pie,
local Rag Puddings and Fresh Fish which is delivered daily and cooked to order.
Children's meals are also available.
They are open Monday to Friday (see advert for details) and telephone orders are
welcome to ensure that your delicious food is ready and waiting for you when you
arrive.
Everyone at Diggle Chippy would like to wish all their customers a very Happy New
Year.
around SADDLEWORTH 12 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Diggle – below heather-clad slopes
Words by David Needham
There is nothing quite like the feeling I get when waking up to see that it
is a crisp cold frosty morning outside. The pleasure was doubled for me when I
decided to start the day with a visit to the historically rich village of Diggle and to
discover for myself what lay below the heather-clad slopes of its moorland hills. On
my arrival I found the combination of a morning frost and an early rising sun had
painted the heather with an irresistible glistening white, instead of the usual purple
glow associated with its late summer scene.
Some visitors to the village may be attracted by the impressive flight of locks
climbing the Huddersfield Narrow Canal from Ward Lane to the Diggle Portal,
which marks the Saddleworth end of the highest and longest canal tunnel in the
United Kingdom, but how many of them will know that in the mid-nineteenth
century the village also claimed the distinction of having the largest water wheel in
the world.
It was at Diggle New Mill, in 1847, that the mill’s owner William Broadbent installed
what was then the biggest water wheel ever seen. Constructed seven years before
the famous Laxey Wheel, on the Isle of Man, the Diggle Wheel was indeed the
largest in the world. It was 64ft 8ins in diameter, 7ft wide and carried an axle
measuring 9ft 9ins long. Its 192 buckets each held 36 gallons of water and each
revolution took 45 seconds.
In search of this location, I found myself on a lane which runs alongside Diggle
Brook at a point below Ravenstone Brow, some distance away from the appealing
hamlet of Diglea. I had passed through two stone pillars, continued over a stonebuilt
bridge and then stopped to admire the sublimity of the moorland scenery.
Awed by the stillness reigning all around, my solitude was broken by what must be
this area’s equivalent of the early morning Rush Hour, the sound of murmuring
sheep.
Little of interest remains at the Diggle New Mill site, which was originally built in
1843. Although the same can’t be said of the former Dobcross Loom Works, who’s
commanding presence you cannot fail to notice when entering the village via
Huddersfield Road from the direction of Saddleworth’s magnificent railway viaduct
across the A670. Previously used by W. H. Shaw & Son Ltd for pallet making, the
loom works was built alongside the canal by James Hollingworth and John
Hutchinson around 1861. The Saddleworth Historical Society tells us in one of its
many fine Local Interest Trail publications that Hollingworth, a carpenter by trade,
had patented an improvement to loom technology in 1859 and then set up in
business with his architect partner because he couldn’t get the looms made to his
own satisfaction. By 1890 the factory was producing 1700 looms and employing
around 500 men.
Outside the Hanging Gate public house (which has been recently taken over) I was
reminded, by the sight of three horse riders, that the Huddersfield road was
originally part of the Mumps-to-Standedge Turnpike Road, which was completed in
1794. The pub was purpose built as the turnpike’s toll house and was initially
known as ‘The Gate’. The earliest reference to its present name was in March 1864,

The New Hanging Gate
After hearing a local pub, which had been one of my favourites a few years ago,
had been taken over by new owners and were serving delicious home cooked food
I decided to check it out for myself!
Following a brisk walk along the lovely canal in Diggle we popped into The
Hanging Gate for some much needed food. We were greeted by the new owners,
Farah and Carl Benton, Farah and Carl are very friendly, and we chatted for a while
about how excited they were about running The Hanging Gate, which reopened in
early December. Both, Farah and Carl have experience in the pub, restaurant and
catering industry, as they both ran the Roaches Lock in Mossley, successfully for
two years. Farah and Carl are each bringing something new to the table – Farah as
the new landlady and Carl, from Deerhill Catering, over-seeing the kitchen and
ensuring fresh home cooked food at the pub cooked by their talented chef Danny
Wilson.
Once being presented with a glass of white wine, we were shown to our table by a
friendly member of staff, and given a menu along with a list of specials. We were
spoilt for choice. After much deliberation I decided to opt for the chef’s pate,
chicken livers served with freshly baked bread and red onion sweet chutney. The
pate was smooth and so well presented. My partner had the garlic mushrooms,
served with garlic ciabatta bread, which was equally as delicious as my starter!
We were so excited about choosing all our dishes as they sounded so yummy, so
when it came to our main course I left the calorie counting for another day and
went for the much talked about ‘Gate Burger’, homemade chilli burger with bacon,
cheese and onion rings served with homemade chips and relish, this tasted
exceptional and I was not at all disappointed. My partner had a T-bone steak, The
Hanging Gate served with homemade chips, onion rings, tomato and mushrooms
again this was presented so well and the steak melted in your mouth.
Whilst being left to peruse the glorious dessert menu we were offered another
glass of wine. Although we thought we could not eat another morsel we could not
resist the trio of profiteroles, with Chantilly cream and a dark rich chocolate sauce
along with a well stocked cheese board consisting of brie, English stilton, cheddar,
double Gloucester, biscuits and grapes.
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Diggle
I definitely recommend The Hanging Gate for its superb food, friendly staff and
atmosphere; the Gate also has a range of entertainment coming up in 2013 (ring
for details) you will not be disappointed so get yourselves there and see for
yourself.
Valentines' weekend - 14th, 15th and 16th February
16th February Louise Harper
Saturday 12/1/13 - Spiral (duo with Paddy O'Hare)
Saturday 19/1/13 - Sarah Maloney
Saturday 26/1/13 - Victor Brox (singing the blues)
9th February - Jokers Wild
Traditional home cooked food served seven days a week.
Locally sourced produce
Two for £12.00 board served week days
Wednesday is curry night
Thursday is pizza night (also take-away available)
Private dining coming soon
Monthly hog roast
OAP mid-week discounts (20% off)
New range of cask ales
Quality wines from the Wine Vault, Uppermill
Sunday Roast one course £7.95 two course £9.95
and three course £11.95
Free supper provided for any clubs who wish to hold
regular meetings here.
Quality B & B (up and running mid January)
Tuesday night is poker night - starts 5th February
Live music every Saturday evening from 9.00 pm
Open mic/jam session every Sunday from 9.00 pm - free
drink to every musician
217 Huddersfield Road . Diggle . OL3 5PQ
Tel: 01457 876411
around SADDLEWORTH 13

Diggle
when the local newspaper reported that John Buckley of
the Hanging Gate had taken one of his customers to court
for breaking his mahogany table.
Horses, of course, could carry only limited weights and
the Pennine weather is notoriously bad; so the
transportation of goods became laborious and expensive.
By the end of the eighteenth century turnpike routes
across the hills had become congested and as a
consequence, in 1794, a narrow-gauge canal linking
Ashton-under-Lyne to Huddersfield, via Saddleworth, was
sanctioned by an Act of Parliament.
At canal side the motionless water gave a picturesque
reflection of the immediate landscape and long ranging
views of the rolling heather on the nearby hills. A passing
train captured my attention, jogging my memory that
Diggle is the guardian to the entrances of the famous
Standedge railway and canal tunnels. The Standedge
Canal Tunnel was completed in 1811 and officially opened
when managers went through the tunnel on the barge
‘Lively’, the first boat to make the whole journey. The
length of the tunnel from Diggle to Marsden is 3 miles 171
yards and it is said that 10,000 people attended the
opening ceremony. Its construction had taken seventeen
years to complete by men working by candlelight.
Canal boats were drawn by horses, which walked along
the towpath to the entrance of the tunnel. There they were
unharnessed and taken, via Boat Lane, over the top of
Standedge to the barges at the tunnel end. The canal boats were ‘legged’ through
the tunnel by men pushing against the walls and roof with their feet. Sometimes
men needing the work would wait at each tunnel end to offer their services as
‘leggers’. By 1921 canal traffic had diminished and the canal was formerly closed to
navigation in 1944.
In 1974 the Huddersfield Canal Society was formed with the aim of restoring the
canal as a navigable waterway and, in 1997, the Huddersfield Canal Company was
Riding Lessons:
Individual or small groups
Hacks/Children's half hour hacks
Pony Days through the school holidays
Modern stables. Competitive Rates
Stable Management. Gift Certificates
Insured and First Aid Qualified
around SADDLEWORTH 14 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
created to co-ordinate the final phase of the canal’s restoration. The Company
comprised of representatives from the Huddersfield Canal Society; Oldham,
Kirklees and Tameside Councils and British Waterways. Restoration was finally
completed in April 2001 and the Standedge Visitors Centre, at the Marsden end of
the tunnel, was officially opened in May of that year, by Lily Turner the daughter of
David Whitehead, who was said to have been the fastest ‘legger’ through the tunnel
in 1914.
At the Diggle Hotel end of Boat Lane, I found the entrances to the three railway
tunnels, which run through the hillside parallel to the canal tunnel. Work
commenced on the first of these, a single line tunnel, for London and North
Western Railway in 1846, and was completed two years later at a cost of £201,608
(including approaches). The full length of the first railway tunnel is 3 miles 60 yards
and construction was again carried out by candlelight, with over 150,000 lbs of
candles being used at a cost of £3,618. The L & N.W. Railway issued its first
timetable for Saddleworth on 1 August 1849. A second single line tunnel was
finished in 1870 and a third tunnel, the currently used double line, was constructed
by 1894.
The Beerhouse Act of 1830 enabled shopkeepers to sell beer on and off the
premises and James Broadbent, a Diglee (Diglea) grocer since at least 1824, was
first listed as a beer retailer in 1833. The hamlet’s importance grew with the coming
of the railway and by 1851 Hannah Bradley and her daughter Elizabeth Radcliffe
were running the beerhouse, one of at least three in the village competing for the
navvies’ hard-earned cash. By 1857, Elizabeth’s son Frederick was in charge and
shortly afterwards he moved to a newly built house near Diggle Station.
Subsequently, in 1859, Frederick Radcliffe obtained the first public house license
for the Diggle Hotel.
My cool, refreshing, and early morning journey of discovery ended at the hamlet of
Diglea; which is a fine example of a pre-Industrial Revolution weaving settlement
with its houses made of stone, possibly quarried from the local hillside. The
handloom cottages, with the top storey used for weaving, and nearby clothiers’
cottages are typical of those found in scores of villages throughout West Yorkshire.

NEW FOR 2013...
Diggle House Farm
Stunning Self Catering Accommodation Nestled in the Heart of
Saddleworth
Anybody who has had the pleasure of venturing up the far reaches of Diggle (on the road past the Diggle Hotel) will appreciate
the panoramic beauty of this stunning part of Saddleworth.
Nestled within this breathtaking landscape lies Diggle House Farm and Barns, which has been in the Shaw family since before
the Second World War. Now home to Saddleworth Stables, the farm has also been a pig and poultry farm, dairy farm and beef
farm over the years. The family have now decided to diversify in order to keep the farm running effectively and by working
with DEFRA have created idyllic self-catering accommodation.
The barns which date back to the late 1700's have been underused, as they were not deemed suitable for modern farming
methods. Therefore, owners Nigel and Abigail Shaw have put a lot of hard work into totally transforming them into two
separate cottages named after Nigel's much loved grandparents. Jenny's Cottage is a beautiful one bedroom dwelling with
large king size bedroom (with traditional iron bed), kitchen (complete with fridge, cooker with separate hob and microwave)
with an adjoining lounge and dining area complete with wood burning stove (with complimentary logs) and luxury bathroom.
Jim's Barn next door is completed to the same very high specification and quality finish and includes two beautiful bedrooms
(one double and one twin), family bathroom with shower and vanity unit, and kitchen and dining area as Jenny's Cottage but
with a dishwasher. Both cottages can be linked - ideal for grandparents!
Both cottages exceed building regulations for insulation levels and offer the perfect retreat against the sometimes unfavourable
Saddleworth weather. They also include individually designed and custom made oak staircases, have wall mounted flat screen
TV's (with DVD player) and enjoy privileged views of either side of the valley. Arguable one of the most impressive aspects of
these conversions is the modern technology which they have used including a Ground Source Heat Pump (so all the heating
and hot water is produced from pipes under the fields), Rainwater Harvesting (for washing machine, toilet & outside tap use),
Underfloor Heating (to reduce energy consumption and making a cleaner environment for asthmatics), LED Lighting
throughout and the use of Solar PV, again aimed at reducing the farm's carbon footprint.
Both cottages are on target to gain a 4+ rating and include quality crockery and linen, as well as Welcome Packs complete with
fresh farm eggs! The barns can also be rented as one larger unit to make it a three bedroomed cottage. Saddleworth Stables is
literally on the doorstep and offers riding lessons and hacks. Stabling can also be provided if you want to bring your own
horse. The cottages are also perfect for families, walkers, romantic breaks or business visits. For more information or to
make a reservation, please contact the Shaw Family. Please see advert below.
Diggle House Farm
Saddleworth
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
NEW
FOR 2013
Quality Self Catering Accommodation
Diggle
ONE,TWO and THREE BEDROOMED LUXURY COTTAGES
in
The Peak District National Park, adjacent to the Yorkshire
Dales
Ideal for families, walkers, romantic breaks or business
visits!
Web: www.digglehousefarm.co.uk
Email: stay@digglehousefarm.co.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/digglehousefarm
Twitter: www.twitter.com/digglehousefarm
Phone: 07710 105 333
around SADDLEWORTH 15

Diggle Warth Mill
NEW YEAR PARTY SPECIALS
Tuesday - Friday 4pm - 5.45pm
ONLY £5.50 per head - Minimum children 15 (includes food & party bags)
Tuesday - Thursday 6pm - 7.45pm
ONLY £7.00 per head - Minimum children 15 (includes food & party bags)
10% OFF WEEKEND PARTIES
Dene Garage (Greenfield) Ltd
Nigel Toone & Paul Dransfield
MOT Preparations, Air Con, Servicing, Tyres, Car Maintenance, etc
Get Your Vehicle Ready For Winter!!!
NEW CAFE & CRAFTING WORKSHOP OPENING END OF JANUARY!
Elgin House
Saddleworth business Park
Huddersfield Road
Diggle
OL3 5 PJ
Phone: 01457 872015
Email: dene_garage@hotmail.co.uk
Just PLAIN Carpets
Saddleworth's Largest Independent Carpet Specialists
THE
BIG SALE IS
NOW ON!
ELLIS MILL . HUDDERSFIELD ROAD . DIGGLE . SADDLEWORTH . OL3 5PL
Telephone: 01457 873222
END OF LINE CARPETS,
ROLL STOCK. ROLL ENDS!
ALL AT GREATLY
REDUCED PRICES!
FREE MEASURING &
ESTIMATE SERVICE
NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Go to www.saddleworthbeds.co.uk (to make an appointment)
UP & COMING DISCO PARTIES...
Friday 25 Jan, Friday 22nd Feb, Friday 29th March
All 5.30 - 7.30pm (ONLY £4 per head including hot dog)
around SADDLEWORTH 16 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
This New Year Take A Trip To......
SADDLEWORTH BUSINESS PARK
@ Diggle's WARTH MILL
The Saddleworth
Business Park,
located in the
picturesque
village of Diggle is
representative of
how diverse
modern industry
has become.
From the days
when these great
buildings were
used for nothing
other than
producing cotton
and wool, today's evidence highlights how dramatic change has occurred over the
past century. So what type of businesses now reside in the old mill. Well lets have
a look...
At the entrance of the Saddleworth Business Park you are greeted by Just Plain
Carpets and Saddleworth Beds. Paul and Jackie are the dedicated owners who
have enjoyed 15 successful years in business. Now conveniently housed under the
one roof in Ellis Mill, the couple are proud to present two extensive showrooms
stocked with quality beds from leading manufacturers such as Harrison, Burgess,
Relyon and Sealy, as well as many lines in quality carpets at greatly reduced prices.
Their JANUARY SALES are NOW ON so make sure you don't miss out! They are
now open seven days a week, however Sundays are by appointment ONLY so
please ring to make one or go to www.saddleworthbeds.co.uk and book one
online!
Having only just moved into the premises last April, The Diggle Car Centre
specialise in the Importation of Japanese MPV's and retro cars, along with 4X4's
and other Japanese models. These models are normally made to a higher
Specification than the UK equivalent, and include air conditioning as standard along
with many other features. The weather conditions in Japan are also better than the
UK, meaning many cities do not suffer from snow and therefore do not use grit on
the roads which can damage cars over a period of time. In Japan there is also a
tighter control of their equivalent to the MOT system in place here in the UK. "When
we choose the cars from our network of suppliers in Japan we ensure that we
select the best models available to be sold at a competitive price." Says Owner
Chris. "All our Freshly Imported cars are inclusive of a Two Years parts and Labour
Warranty (Included in the purchase Price), as well as a 12 Months MOT, 6 Month
Road Tax, and full valeting which is also included in the sale price." So why not go
and visit them at their new Unit at the Mill and have a look around. They are also
able to do personal Imports, so why not give them a call and let them give you a
quote for your next car. They have many models on display, which you may not
have seen previously in the UK!
Close by Saddleworth Tile Centre Ltd have enjoyed four successful years, having
opened in August 2008. They offer home owners and tradesman across the area a
fantastic selection of stone, glass, porcelain and ceramic tiles suitable for walls and
floors. They are your one stop shop for everything from tiles and adhesives to

tools, under floor heating, help and friendly advice. They help with design ideas,
offer a free measuring service, and can recommend qualified tradesmen to help
you achieve your desired finish. There is ample parking, a free delivery service and
personal appointments are available (if opening hours are not suitable). Open 6
days a week you contact the team on Tel: 01457 873585.
Another now
established face within
the Mill is Woolyknit,
who opened this
popular factory wool
shop to satisfy the
demand from both
knitting and crafting
groups in the area.
They sell a quality
range of British Wool
Garments and
accessories made in
England, including sweaters, cardigans, socks, accessories and throws. They also
sell everything from wool fleeces, felting fibers, hand-knitting yarns, machine
knitting yarns, etc. The yarns are supported by their own range of patterns with a
unique style with wide appeal to both young and old. An important part of the
Woolyknit philosophy is a hands on approach to crafts. They run varied workshops
and their intention is to make a visit to the shop an enjoyable experience, with a
comfortable 'Knit & Natter' area as well as library of vintage patterns and books
available to browse. Exciting times lie ahead for the Woolyknit team as a new Cafe
and crafting workshop will be opening at the end of January. For more details, give
them a call on Tel: 01457 877984.
For all animal lovers we have Jolly Jods Country store. Pamela and Emma have
been at Jolly Jods for ten years now having built up the business from scratch.
They have a good selection of foods for all animals be it pet or farm, including a
good selection for poultry. They have hay, straw, shavings and paper bedding as
well as a range of angling baits and accessories. For someone special, Jolly Jods
are the place to go with a range of giftware and beautiful cards now in stock. Don't
forget they also have available kiln dried logs, coal and kindling to help keep you
cosy this Winter. So why not call in soon? They will be very happy to help! And
remember there is lots of free parking!
Next to the Saddleworth Tile Centre, Bouncer's Play Centre is no ordinary play
centre. It is the ideal retreat for young children and mums with babies to escape to
during the week and weekends. Offering a full range of fun and bouncy equipment
the centre is a superb example of how the space within the mill can be utilised to
meet the needs of specific businesses. With a high ceiling and large open plan
space, Bouncer's incorporates everything you would expect from a safe and fun
kids play centre with two big trampolines, a bouncy castle, a bouncy slide,
balancing beams and acrobatic swings. This is a great place for all children to
exercise. Babies and toddlers are also catered for with a separate enclosed area.
The parents can also chill out in the cafe area and enjoy a wholesome selection of
hot and cold food and beverages. Pot Painting is also available and Bouncer's can
host great birthday parties to suit all numbers and every budget. For details on all
up and parties, please see advert or Tel: 01457 810300.
Finally Dene Garage moved to the present premises from their former home in
Greenfield a few years ago. Nigel Toone and Paul Dransfield have an excellent
reputation in the Saddleworth area, specialising in areas such as air conditioning,
services, tyres, car maintenance and MOT preparations. To see how the team at
Dene Garage can keep you safely on the road this Winter, give them a call today on
Tel: 01457 872015.
So whether you
require a new bed or
carpet, selection of
tiles, animal food and
accessories, car
maintenance, a
birthday party for the
kids, clothing, a
recording studio or
even a place to
purchase a Japanese
car, then The
Saddleworth Business
Park at Warth Mill has
it all this 2013. Happy
New Year!
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Diggle Warth Mill
Diggle Car Centre
We Import Japanese Nissan Elgrands and other MPV's direct from Japan
We have a network of tried and tested suppliers in Japan
We visit Japan on a regular basis to ensure the quality of our cars is maximised
We always try to offer our customers good quality Imports at
competitive prices
We also service and repair Japanese MPV's and Cars,
We are also able to source Parts for most MPV's and
Japanese cars,
Saddleworth Buisness Centre, Huddersfield Road, Diggle OL3 5SJ
Email:digglecarcentre@hotmail.com
Tel 01457 874637
Website www.digglecarcentre.com
JOLLY JODS COUNTRY STORE
Equestrian, Angling & Pet Supplies
All Horse Feeds, Hay, Straw, Shavings, Paper Bedding etc
Seasoned Logs, Kindling & Coal
Poultry Feeds & Accessories
Complete dog foods - Royal Canin, James Wellbeloved, Burgess
Supadog etc
Range of Giftware & Cards in Stock!
All pet animal feeds & needs!
We sell dog, cat and horse wormer including Drontal and Frontline
Unit 7 Warth Mill, Diggle, 0L3 5PJ
Tel 01457 878315 07970 310073
Open Mon, Wed,Thurs, Fri l0am-5pm Sat 9.30am-2pm
THE
BIG SALE IS
NOW ON!
Plenty of parking available
Saddleworth
HARRISON EXPRESS
Mattresses for next day delivery!
Beds
Diggle
NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
(Sundays by appointment)
Go to www.saddleworthbeds.co.uk (to make an appointment)
ELLIS MILL . HUDDERSFIELD ROAD . DIGGLE . SADDLEWORTH . OL3 5PL
Telephone: 01457 873222
around SADDLEWORTH 17

Valentines
Love Is All Around This Valentines Day
The Ultimate Valentines
Competition
A chance to enjoy a romantic
meal for two in the Old Bell's
new stylish dining suite
Or are you like many, who
buy at a cheap card and a
bunch of reduced flowers at
the nearest garage at the last
minute? Well guys, help is
on hand thanks to us. The
Around Saddleworth
Magazine has teamed up
with two local businesses
(Bryn Daniels Hair Company
of Grotton and the exceptional
Old Bell Inn restaurant in
Delph) to bring you the
Ultimate Valentines Day
Competition.
Calling all
blokes... Are you
a thoughtful
husband or
boyfriend who
plans the most
romantic day
possible for your
loved one on
Valentines?
Sounds interesting? Well it should do! Just think of the
brownie points you'll get if you bag this little lot!
For your chance to win your Wife or Girlfriend a Cut &
Finish by top stylist Bryn Chapman as well as a Romantic
Meal For Two in The Old Bell's new stylish and intimate
dining suite, all you have to do is simply answer the following
question....
Who was known as the Roman God of Love?
A) Neptune B) Cupid C) Jupiter
Right then gentlemen get your thinking caps on, or ladies if
you fancy having a go yourself, please send your answer
along with your contact details to
paul@aroundsaddleworth.co.uk by FRIDAY 8th FEBRUARY
2013. It's that simple!
The Winner will be contacted to make arrangements to claim their
prize and will then feature in the forthcoming March/April issue.
Good luck to all you who enter, and remember, if you don't
win this prize....you can still always spoil her rotten.
Happy Valentines Day!
Salon owner Bryn Chapman
and fellow stylist Hannah
waiting to work their magic
Terms & Conditions
The closing date for the competition is Friday 8th February.
Entrants must be over 18
around SADDLEWORTH 18 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Calling all you
Love Birds out
there. You still
have a month to
plan the big day,
so there's no
need to panic.
If you're a
bloke then
chances are that
you haven't
even begun to
think about
what you are
going to get or
plan for the love of your life on the 14th of February. Be careful though gentlemen,
if she's anything like my lady, you'll need to be spot on. Flowers and chocolates
are always nice touches, so we have those
covered for you right here. There are a few
additional Valentines Day ideas as well
from a number of local businesses that
could make the occasion that extra
special...
For all your beauty and pamper Valentines
gift ideas, then look no further than Rehab,
the new beauty salon situated in the heart
of Uppermill on the second floor of the
Queen Anne Gallery. Salon owner Rachel
Rogers has been in the beauty industry for
over 18 years. Along with Emily and
Laura, the Rehab Beauty Specialist Team
are all qualified beauticians who pride
themselves on their treatments, advice and
For January - February
offers visit
www.bryndanielhairco.co.uk
WEDDING HAIR
SPECIALISTS!
4 Brooklands Parade, Grotton, Oldham
Tel: 0161 626 9800

www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Valentines
- Gift Ideas For The Ones Your Love
aftercare. Treatments include facial treatments, diamond dermabrasion, nonsurgical
face lifts, massage, LA spray tanning, waxing, eye lash & eye brow
treatments, manicures, pedicures, Orly gel polish and twinkle toes.
This Valentines why not take advantage of Rehab's excellent Special Offer which
includes; Back, neck & shoulder massage, Matcha Facial and file & polish gel
fingers OR toes! This package would normally cost £60 but until the END of
FEBRUARY it is NOW ONLY £45 (and includes a complimentary champagne
cocktail). New to the salon
Laura Holroyd (formally a
mobile therapist) also has a
number of special offers to
take advantage of, including
£40 per set of Mavalash
Lashes, available throughout
February and March. Rehab
really is the essential place
for all your beauty gift ideas.
For more information or to
book an appointment for you
or a loved one, then give
Rachel and the team a call
today on Tel: 01457 810659.
Gift Vouchers also available.
Decisions, the women's
designer wear boutique is your one stop shop for all your clothing gift ideas. There
are genuine bargains from Frank Lyman, Kapalua, Adini, Pomodoro, Emreco and
more. For a fabulous outfit she will want to wear for those special occasions
throughout the Spring and Summer, call into Decisions. You'll find them on
Fletcher Street at the back of the Market Hall in the heart of Ashton Town Centre.
How about getting your loved one a drop of their favourite tipple this Valentine's.
LIKE most discerning consumers, you may well prefer to acquire your goods, in
this case - wines, from a discerning merchant. At Saddleworth Wine Vault, you get
advice and information on wines, beers and spirits from around the globe. With
their sister company, Winos of Oldham, they have as a family been purveyors of
fine wines for 30 years. Customer experience is high on their priority list and they
offer free samples each weekend. Ask them, in Vault, about private tastings either
for parties or just for fun.
The best way to your loved ones heart maybe provided by a very local traditional
sweet shop. Sweet Memories of Uppermill truly is a sweet shop of yesteryear, with
over 200 jars and trays of all your favourites to choose from. They sell personalised
gift jars, sweet hampers and their new chocolate Pizzas made with 8 toppings of
your choice, as well as specialising in wedding favours and personalised party
bags. Special Edition Valentine's Wonka Bars are now available - Find a Golden
Heyrod Food
& Floral Services Ltd
Buffets/Catering, Bouquets, Hampers
Sandwiches - Gourmet Meals
Special Requests Welcome
318 Wakefield Road Heyrod Stalybridge
Cheshire SK15 3BY
T&F: 0161 338 3506
decisions
Open:-
Monday - Friday 10.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday - 9.30am - 5.00pm
decisionsval@gmail.com
Fletcher Street, Ashton-under-Lyne
Tel: 0161 344 1615
Gift
Vouchers
Available
Ticket and WIN A FREE CHOCOLATE PIZZA. It really is a magical shop so have a
look today!
What about a romantic day out on a boat? It may not be in Venice folks, but it's
not far from being the next best thing. Portland Basin Marina of Ashton-Under-
Lyne offer day trips on self drive narrow boats along the eight mile lock free stretch
of water from Portland Basin to Marple. Why not take a romantic picnic and a
bottle of bubbly along and give her a romantic day she'll never forget. You are
advised to ring Tel: 0161 330 3133 for booking information.
Heyrod Food & Floral Services offers lots of lovely ideas for Valentine's Day!
Beautiful bouquets, best grade red roses, champagne and chocolate hampers,
handmade chocolate truffles and lots more! They stock a full range of homemade
gourmet meals and offer a wide range of services including buffets to suit all
occasions, pinic baskets, children's party boxes, table arrangements and balloons.
They also have an excellent range of products for gift hampers to suit all budgets at
prices from £10.00 upwards. Homemade cakes, pies and freshly made sandwiches
are available six days a week. Call in and see for yourself - you'll be very welcome!
Look out for their NEW WEBSITE - Coming Soon!
Well we've armed you with plenty of Valentine's Day ideas for this year. So go forth
and do something special for your loved ones this 14th of february. Oh, and don't
forget to wine and dine her as well. You may even win our Valentine's Competition
on the opposite page, so make sure you enter!
Portland Basin
Boat Hire
0161 330 3133
sandra.holding@portlandbasinmarina.co.uk
Portland Basin Marina, Lower Alma Street,
Dukinfield
Cheshire SK16 4SQ
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Health & Beauty
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Menopause…
need it be hell?
HThe answer is no,
definitely not, according
to Mr Luciano Nardo,
Consultant
Gynaecologist and
Director of GyneHealth.
In the UK the average
age women experience
the menopause is 51,
but it can occur any
time between the ages
of 48 and 53, though
some women
experience spontaneous
early onset menopause
before the age of 40
and some reach it early
due to surgery for the
removal of ovaries
because of cysts or
cancer treatment.
Whatever brings you
there, Mr Nardo insists that no woman should experience the one size fits
all treatment we’re most likely to receive when referred to non-specialist
services.
“The onset of menopause is of course a natural event for most women”
says Mr Nardo. “But for many it can bring with it a series of side effects
that can seriously affect the quality of life and daily activities”.
“Women can suffer from any or all of a range of symptoms, including hot
flushes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, exhaustion and mood swings.
When a new patient comes in we discuss how each affects her life and
then decide how to address it. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is
by no means always the answer. I take a holistic approach, as well as
prescribing evidence based medications I will discuss everything from
nutrition to acupuncture and reflexology. For me, it’s all about quality of
life – and this we can give”.
It is important that any woman entering the menopause sees her doctor
or a specialist, like Mr Nardo. The loss of hormones has effects beyond
those symptoms described above. Menopause leads to an increased
likelihood of osteoporosis (bone weakness) and of heart disease,” says
Mr Nardo. “The oestrogen women produce before menopause by and
large protects women from these, but when it disappears, you need to be
aware of what lifestyle changes are necessary to address that”. Nowadays
some GPs with a special interest in women’s health provide a very good
menopause service, so women should check with their GP to see if they
can help.
You can meet Mr Nardo for consultation at his rooms in central
Manchester, Cheadle or London. Please call 0845 600 9997 to make
an appointment or enquiry, or visit www.gyne-health.co.uk

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Health & Beauty
I would like to announce that the salon will be closed
permanently from 1st January 2013.
This was a very hard decision and I would like to express a
huge thank you to all the loyal clients for your continued support
over the years, however, due to health reasons, relocation,
family commitments and change in career path which means a
lot of studying, I can no longer continue trying to meet all the
different demands. I have tried many ways latterly to incorporate
everything but with the best will in the world it just isn’t
possible to keep it all going the way I would like and how it
needs to be.
It is impossible to contact you all by telephone and so I would
like to wish everyone all the very best for the future.
I do have great stylists in Gareth and Liam who I have given
outstanding references and if anyone would like to contact
them personally regarding home visits/new salon then please e
mail me at michelle_954@msn.com and I will forward your
details to them, Hannah and Jarriety are in salons now in
Royton and Lisa and Launa are working in Moston, the rest is
between you and the guys themselves.
Kind regards
Michelle Fraser
hairdesign
We would like to wish
all our customers a very
Happy New Year
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Out & About
LOOKING AT LANDSCAPE: PASTORAL TO PRESENT
Olsson Rum from Eigg
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Gallery Oldham’s latest exhibition presents a selection of landscapes from
its extensive permanent collection.
‘Looking at Landscape: Pastoral to Present’ explores the development of
the painting style from the late 1700s to the present and includes some of
the greatest artists in Gallery Oldham’s collection, from JMW Turner to
Terry Frost and Andy Goldsworthy.
As well as paintings the exhibition, which runs from January 12 to April,
includes drawing, sculpture and photography.
Visitors will be able to view old favourites and more recent additions, plus
works that have rarely been on display in recent years.
Some of the best artists to emerge from the Oldham area have painted
landscapes and the show includes works by James Purdy and well-known
local artist John McCombs who is based in Saddleworth.
A highlight is a new acquisition from painter Helen Bradley. This is one of
five works given to the Gallery just before Christmas through The Art
Fund.
The newest piece in the collection is a major ceramic work by Ewen
Henderson which has just been purchased with a grant from the Heritage
Lottery Fund.
Also featured are Oldham’s famous Lees Collection of watercolours, given by the industrialist Charles Edward Lees. These include important paintings by John Robert
Cozens and John Constable.
The Borough’s most famous artist, William Stott of Oldham, explored
landscape all his life and one of his paintings is included for people to
enjoy.
The exhibition traces the development of landscape painting in the 20th
century with artists from the Newlyn School in Cornwall, such as Julius
Olsson and Henry Herbert La Thangue.
The abstract artists of the mid 20th Century transformed approaches to
landscape painting and Oldham has a fine collection of paintings from the
1960s by artists working in Cornwall, including Terry Frost, Alexander
Mackenzie, Sandra Blow and Harry Ousey.
More recent works, including a sculpture by land artist Andy Goldsworthy,
a monumental abstract pastel drawing by David Blackburn and paintings
by Oldham-born painter Alan Rankle which reference the historic pastoral
tradition with a contemporary twist, are also on show.
The exhibition also includes photography including an unusual panoramic
photographic landscape by Gayle Kwong Chang.
Councillor Barbara Brownridge, Cabinet Member for Co-operatives and
Community Development, said: “Looking at Landscape really demonstrates
the quality of Gallery Oldham's collection.
By the River - Paul Sandby
About 1760s
Watercolour
“With such a range of work by major artists across three centuries there
really is something for everyone. It’s also a great pleasure that Gallery
Oldham can bring out works that haven't been seen for many years, and to
show off some wonderful new acquisitions.”
Gallery Oldham is open six days a week:
Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm.
(Last admission to the galleries 4.30pm),
Admission is free
Bellinzona – The Bridge Over the Ticino
J. M. W. Turner
About 1842
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Health & Beauty
Work could be bad for
your health
The holidays are officially over and the nation is
knuckling down to work. But getting back behind
our desks could actually be bad for our health as a
national charity estimates nearly six million
people may be allergic to their office.
From nasal problems, eye conditions, dry throats, breathing difficulties, lethargy,
and headaches to skin irritations, 95 per cent of people quizzed in a poll for Allergy
UK have experienced one or more symptoms in the workplace.
But over a quarter say their symptoms worsened in their office environment, 62 per
cent have experienced itchy or watery eyes and 27 per cent suffered breathing
difficulties over the last year. Maureen Jenkins, of Allergy UK, says: “The results
are of concern for Allergy UK because it is difficult for individuals to exercise the
same control over their workplace as they would do at home. Management of
allergies becomes increasingly difficult when in communal spaces so it’s not
surprising that a great deal of allergy sufferers have experienced a reaction at
work.â€
The survey also reveals that office cleaning is infrequent at best and doesn’t appear
sufficient to prevent the build up of house dust mites and allergens. Nearly 40 per
cent of those polled say their office is cleaned once a week or less, while nearly one
in five have to survive with less.
When you combine dusty, cluttered desks, soft furnishings, poorly vacuumed
carpets and lack of ventilation with the fact that 20 per cent of us spend eight hours
or more at work it’s hardly surprising that it doesn’t add up to a healthy working
environment.
But, the charity points out, allergies don’t just impact on workers as, according to
the research, they are also having a significant effect on productivity.
While nearly three quarters of those questioned took time off sick in the last year, the
real area of concern is that 42 per cent of allergy sufferers took time off work because of the impact on their condition. Nearly 15 per cent of sufferers were off work for
between four and 10 days off due to their allergy, figures that could be addressed by actively minimising allergens in the workplace.
In a bid to address the problem, the national charity has highlighted a number of office hotspots that can have huge implications for allergy sufferers -
• Lack of ventilation - most sufferers don’t consider their office to be well ventilated with only 15 per cent of people polled saying their office is well ventilated
• Carpets - 90 per cent of workers say their workplace has carpeted floors which can harbour house dust mite allergen • Bookcases - 54 per cent have open
bookshelves which can release allergen into the atmosphere
• Plants - 38 per cent have plants which can harbour moulds which release spores which can cause allergic reactions Allergy UK believes there are steps that both
employees and employers can take to reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction at work -
• Ensure you have clean air in and around you
• If you have a heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit installed, make sure it is serviced regularly
• If ventilation is limited, use an effective air purifier to help remove and reduce allergens such as pollen, house dust mite debris and mould spores
• Review flooring and furnishings. Carpets on concrete floors can trap moisture allowing dust mites and mould spores to thrive
• Ensure cleaners have effective methods and equipment to get rid of pollens and allergens
• Keep your desk clear, uncluttered and damp dust twice a week
• Hang coats away from desks and traffic areas to prevent dust and allergens being disturbed and released into the air
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Weddings
CONGRATULATIONS ABIGAIL & DANIEL
The beautiful Wedding of Abigail Hoskyn and Daniel
Galloway Murray took place Friday 21st December 2012
at St. Chad's Church in Uppermill. The service was
officiated by Rev. Duncan Rhodes. Following the happy
and moving service the Wedding reception was held at
the Civic Hall in Uppermill.
The Wedding Party included the brides mother Louise
Hoskyn, as well as Best man, Tom Pringle and Sam
Duckworth, Chris Allison, Simon Grayer and Luke
Murray who were the grooms proud Ushers.
The honour of Chief Bridesmaid was given to Abigail's
sister, Elizabeth Hoskyn and other bridesmaids' on the
day included, Alexandra Hoskyn (Abigail's sister), Helen,
Sky & Scarlet Bimpson and Olivia.
Abigail was given away by her Grandfather, Brian Powell of Sherbrooke Hall Farm in Dobcross, who was Master of
Hounds of the Saddleworth Hunt! He looked tremendous in his pink hunting evening coat, complete with hunting horn
which he blew at the reception.
The Bride looked stunning in a vintage 1950's dress by Vene of New York complete with vintage veil. The bodice was
elegantly covered in lace with a full net skirt trimmed with lace. The Bridesmaids also looked beautiful in dresses
designed by Laura Hill of London.
The gentlemen all looked dapper and extremely well dressed for occasion in morning suits by Robert Tracey of
London.
The whole day was beautifully captured by Photographer Andrew Davies of Photoluminaire and the wedding car
was kindly driven by Mr Howard Johnson of Diggle.
The stunning flowers throughout
the day were expertly created and
designed by The Flower shop in
Lindley, whilst the venue was
beautifully decorated by
Michelle Greenwood who
transformed the civic hall into
an absolutely fantastic
Winter Wonderland to keep
all the guests in a festive
celebratory mood!
In March the happy couple are emigrating to
Australia, so they plan to honeymoon whilst en route!
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The Around Saddleworth & Tameside Magazine would like to wish Abigail and
Daniel an exciting and happy life together!
Photographs by
Andrew Davies
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THE FLOWER SHOP
UPPERMILL
NOW UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
In the heart of Uppermill,
on the High Street next to
the village square lies a
village flower shop which
has been at the centre of
local community life for
many years.
Aptly named The Flower
Shop, this quaint and
much loved business has
recently been taken over
by Safora Warrington,
whose knowledge and
obvious passion for her
profession is clear to see.
Since taking over towards
the end of 2012 the shop
has had a complete
transformation, making
the interior a light, bright
and welcoming space.
"I'm really excited to be
part of the Uppermill
community, " says
Safora. "Everyone who
has come into the shop
has been very kind and supportive and I'm really looking forward to what should be
an exciting time ahead."
Originally from South America, Safora hopes her global knowledge and
understanding of floristry will help her business be a thriving success, and provide
a service which will prove popular with her customers.
"I consider myself to be very lucky as I believe you never need to work a day in
your life, when you're doing something you love, which for me is this, "explains
Safora. "I have a very supportive family behind me and with their help the future
should be a bright one."
The Flower Shop specialises in flowers for all occasions, including weddings,
birthdays, funerals, Easter, Mothers Day, corporate events and dinner parties to
name but a few. Whatever your requirements, Safora and her talented team will
endeavour to create you an arrangement which will exceed your expectations, no
matter how big or small.
With Valentine's Day just around the corner (Feb 14th), there is only one place to
go!
So this New Year make a visit to The Flower Shop to discuss your requirements.
Call in today on the High Street in Uppermill, tel: 01457 872529, web:
www.uppermillflowers.co.uk
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Arjento
Jewellery at its finest
Weddings
Arjento Jewellers has been established in Uppermill since 1994.
Our innovative collection of high quality contemporary jewellery
includes pieces in platinum, gold, silver and also steel and
titanium.
A visit to Arjento will not disappoint. With a large selection of
jewellery from leading European designers and our own high
quality collection we are sure you will find that perfect piece of
jewellery.
If that special something still eludes you, Arjento also specialises
in designing and making individual pieces of the highest quality to
meet your requirements.
For Engagement and Wedding Rings a personal visit to Arjento is
recommended, to view our collection. Experienced staff are at
hand for advice and a consultation, by appointment provides the
ideal opportunity to discuss any design ideas. Consultations are
relaxed, informal and quotations are provided without obligation.
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Lees Christmas Market
FIRST LEES VILLAGE
CHRISTMAS MARKET....
IS A HUGE SUCCESS!
Sunday 16th December saw a Christmas themed market take over a Lees
establishment much to the delight of both the organisers and the many
people who came along to enjoy it.
The free to enter event was held at Milan Bar on Elliot Street, and it really got
everyone in the festive spirit. Due to it's huge popularity, there is certainly no
reason why this won't be an annual date for your diaries every year. It was
organised by number of local business people, including Natalie Davies from
The Choc Box, Craig Kerr from Milan and Paula Revill from Elite Wedding
Design, who all got together and decided that there needed to be more in Lees
for the community. And so the idea for a well organised fun-packed Christmas
market was born.
"The day was an amazing success with the people of Lees really supporting it
and coming together for the event. In total there must have been close to
1,000 people who came throughout the day, which is fantastic for everyone
concerned." A happy Natalie told us.
There were stalls both inside and outside Milan ranging from clothing to crafts
to confectionery, each selling their unique range of quality products and
festive gift ideas, including The Choc Box, Curious Alice ladies clothing,
Florries kids clothing, Bloom'in Lovely Florist, Bradley's Bakery, The Queen
Brie (with her delicious range of artisan cheeses), K9 Dog Groomers, Craft
Cottage, Casting Memories, Vintage 55 Clothing, Grandpa Greene's ice creams
and much much more besides!
Musical entertainment came in the form of Lees Brass Band, as well as choirs
from two local schools - St Thomas' Leesfield and St. Agnes who all did a
fantastic job. There was also a Santa's Grotto and face painting for the kids.
Refreshments were available from Milan and with many other festive goodies
and treats on offer to tempt your palate from other stalls, it really was the
place to get you in the Christmas mood!
The event also raised £170.00 for both The Lees Community Association and
The Make A Wish Foundation charity thanks to a raffle.
Due to the success of this event, the organisers are hoping to do more in
the future, with the next one being planned as a Spring Fair, hopefully to be
held in March. A date for this event has yet to be confirmed, so please
look out for further details or go to The Choc Box
facebook page for all the latest news on
forthcoming events.
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Sale now on up to 50% off selected lines
And 50% off All winter coats
6 St Thomas Parade Lees OL4 5BT
tel: 0161 633 7097
4 St Thomas’ Parade, Thomas Street
Lees, Oldham. OL4 5BT
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Grooming for
Dogs & Cats
until
end of Jan.
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Lees Christmas Market
0161 624 2414
Specialists in Local
Artisan Cheeses
JANUARY SPECIAL OFFER
Free packet of Stockton's Oatcakes when
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Ladies Wear Boutique
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Email: curiousalice.lees@gmail.com
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Thomas Street
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Fashion
The Indian Ocean Wins Top Award
Curry guru Pat Chapman has named them one of the best 17 restaurants in the UK in The Cobra Good Curry Guide.
care of it was down to the serious business of lunch.
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Well the Indian Ocean of Ashton have done it again and won yet another award.
To mark the accolade, Pat Chapman came to visit them for a celebration lunch on
Monday 3rd December.
During his speech they were named the Best in the North, Pat spoke very highly of
the restaurant and of their commitment to serving the best Indian food and giving
diners an experience,
not just a meal.
Tasty canapes were
doing the rounds
during the
presentation which
included the popular
Lahori fish balls and
firey Kashmiri chicken
tikka pieces (thank
goodness for the
cooling mint yogurt
dip!). After the
formalities were taken
Amongst an array of chicken, meat and vegetable dishes, guests were treated to take on the traditional
Pakistani dish Nihari. Made using shredded meat (they used chicken), the result is a fairly thick consistency
best eaten with a kulcha bread. These were served along with a selection of other naan breads and rice.
Pat took the time to speak to the other diners after the food and posed for pictures with customers and
members of the Indian Ocean kitchen and front of house teams.
It was great afternoon, and as usual the Indian Ocean team were as attentive as usual. Nahim said ‘ it was
nice to be able to share the experience with our customers instead of attending an awards ceremony. We
were pleased to have had Pat at the restaurant and we hope he decides to visit us again soon!

y Gail
Mother of the Bride
John Charles and
Condici also includes
Joseph Ribkoff,
Frockart, Zelia &
Fran ❤ Jane
A selection of
Dante Jewellery in stock
Autumn collection now in
View new 2013 Stunning Mother of
the Bride Collections from John
Charles, Zelia, Cabotine including
2013 Joseph Ribkoff Qui now in
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Monday 10.00 am to 2.00 pm
Tuesday to Saturday 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Late night and Sunday's by appointment only
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Up to 70% off
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Bespoke service for hats and fascinators available
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Looking for something special?
Decisions is an independent
fashion retailer offering great
service and stocking a huge
selection of sought after labels.
These include:
Frank Lyman Design, Michaela
Louisa, Pomodoro, Adini,
Kapalua, Tivoli, Y'est, Sasperilla,
Emreco and Dents.
Quite simply we have the best
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Make Decisions your destination
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Fashion
Tameside Markets have added
another prestigious award to
their portfolio.
At December’s ‘How Green Is
Your Market Award’
ceremony in Barnsley,
Ashton’s popular market took
the honours, firstly in the
Regional Award category and
then completed a great
double in beating all comers
to take the National Award as
the country’s greenest
market.
Ashton Market triumphed over competitor markets as far afield as Somerset and
Morpeth in Northumberland in this hotly contested National Market Traders
Federation event.
The event is a National Environmental Competition staged by the NMTF which
monitors and encourages more recycling within a market and includes such items
as creating more recycling points, upping the amount of bin collections, increasing
cardboard and packaging recycling and even food waste.
Executive Leader Cllr Kieran Quinn said: “I’m delighted to see Ashton Market’s
dedicated work to promote the eco message and influence the habits of traders and
shoppers has won national recognition. Tameside Council has an ongoing
commitment to reducing the borough’s carbon footprint as well as helping local
residents and businesses to take steps to lead more environmentally friendly lives
and this award helps to highlight these continued efforts.”
decisions
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Established in Ashton-u-Lyne since August 1999
Open:-
Monday - Friday 10.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday - 9.30am - 5.00pm
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Tel: 0161 344 1615
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Film Review
Another Year
By Mike Kemble
What better way to reminisce, than to look back at some of the films of 2012? Another year, another
dollar as the saying goes, and it’s been a great payday for the blockbusters once again! Top-grossing
films included The Avengers, The Dark Night Rises and The Amazing Spider-Man, which firmly kept our
love-in for all things comic as we briefly joined them in their daily struggle to save us from imminent Armageddon. It’s a wonder someone didn’t direct a film around the
Mayan day of apocalypse, which thankfully we all survived in mid-December. Other films of a similar vain that did exceptionally well included the final instalment of the
Twilight saga, though don’t become too despondent, as the ending of one franchise usually means the replacement by another, as I’m sure will be attested by the success
of The Hunger Games, the first film in a trilogy written by Suzanne Collins. There’s always another route to take of course, and that’s the prequel approach, with Peter
Jackson releasing The Hobbit to build on his hugely successful Lord of the Rings trilogy, although the decision to split the Tolkien short story in three tells you all you
need to know about the priorities of filmmaking. Furthermore, why stop there? A franchise can go on and on Ad infinitum. And what other series has been more
successful in doing this than Bond? Celebrating its 50th anniversary last year with the release of Skyfall, it’s hard to imagine if the story will ever end? The year also saw
another triumph for documentary filmmaking, starting in February with the release of This Is Not a Film, a political snapshot of the Iranian regime through the eyes of the
director Jafar Panahi, who has been under house arrest since 2010 and is
prohibited from directing, writing and participating in any media work for the next
twenty years.
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Marley provides a great biographical account of the legendary Jamaican singersongwriter.
The Imposter gives a quite astounding account of a French man, who in
1997 impersonated a young Texas boy after his disappearance at the age of 13 in
1994. The Queen of Versailles presents an unflinching insight into how the other
half live through its depiction of grotesque wealth and how it can be quickly lost on
the back of a bit of misfortune that was the economic car crash of 2008. While
Chasing Ice gives even more weight to the argument that we are destroying the
planet at a monumental rate. However, a review of the year wouldn’t be complete
without a list, and my top 10 films of 2012 in no particular order are: The Master,
Amour, Sliver Linings Playbook, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia, 21 Jump Street,
This Is Not a Film, Prometheus, Holy Motors, Life of Pi and The Descendants. My
award for most horrendous film of the year, without question (though there were a
fair few to choose from), is for the truly ridiculous The Cabin in the Woods. How it
ever got a cinematic release is beyond me!
Films to look out for over 2013
Before Midnight (TBC): If you’ve never seen Before Sunrise (1995) or Before
Sunset (2004), then I recommend you do as you’ll be catching-up on one of the
most romantic love stories in the history of cinema. Another nine years on in the
lives of Jesse and Celine and it remains to be seen what card life has played them
next?
Django Unchained (January): Quentin Tarantino’s film is supposedly very, very
good. A slavery-era western starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jamie Foxx and a
rumoured masterful turn by Samuel L Jackson.
Lincoln (January): It’s the Oscars season very soon so the big hitters are out.
Steven Spielberg directs the wonderful Daniel Day Lewis as the mighty past
president of 19th century America.
Star Trek Into Darkness (May): JJ Abrams’ second outing as director of the sci-fi
classic sees the younger crew of the Enterprise looking to stop a one-man weapon
of mass destruction.
See you next time!
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The Saddleworth Creative Network’s Christmas Craft Festival took place at the
Uppermill Civic Hall on Saturday and Sunday 8-9th December. With over 1800
visitors passing through the doors over the weekend at this latest festival, the
family popularity is clear.
As usual it was more than just your average craft market. There were many
traditional and modern crafts, such as ‘Ma’s Ba’s’, ‘My Wonderful Little
Designs, ‘Olive and Rose’ and ‘Woozlewood’ . Also lots of the local handmade
food favourites, with ‘Spread the Love’ wonderful jams and chutneys and
Oliviccio with hampers of their wonderful handmade food items. Local author Jan Davey
was also there promoting and selling her book ‘Life at Jericho’.
There was loads to keep the children amused, with face-painting, balloon animals
from Ballooniversal and of course the magical Father Christmas Grotto. Neela at
‘Creation Station’ entertained the children with her brilliant art and crafts and ‘The
Hazelnut Bakery’ also returned with a cupcake decorating stall. The teashop area
was serving food and drinks courtesy of ‘Ravenstone Catering.’
Many of the stalls were doing craft demonstrations throughout the day, such as
Mary Guest showing how she produces her beautiful felted items and Julian
Birtwell demonstrating how he creates his wonderful wooden products.
All in all it was a fantastic festive weekend for all the family and the network are
glad to say that you can look forward to more from them with their future
festivals planned for throughout 2013. It is lovely to see that there is such a
wealth of local creative talent in the local area.
“Thanks to everyone for all your help and support over the last 12 months. We
wouldn’t be able to do it without all of your talent, commitment and hard work.
We are committed to providing support and a forum to the creatives, craft and
handmade enthusiasts of the Saddleworth and surrounding areas.” Claire Hilton – Co-Organiser of Saddleworth Creative
Network.
To find out more about the group whether you are a trader, crafter or a customer visit their website at www.creativenetworksaddleworth.co.uk
or join the Facebook group ‘Saddleworth Creative Network’ to be keep up to date with things coming up.
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your own home. Mark, a sports science graduate from Loughborough University
and former PE teacher will be already known to a lot of people through his coaching
football at 3D Dynamos and also running soccer camps at Saddleworth School
during the school holidays. Adrian has played Basketball for over 20 years in the
Manchester League and both started studying to become personal trainers early
last year deciding they could give clients a far superior service if they joined forces.
Many of the ideas they had were very similar focussing on creating an environment
where people could train in a private studio on appropriate equipment, receive
motivation and guidance to achieve their weight loss and fitness goals.
Having the studio allows the client and trainer to focus on their work out with the
client receiving individually structured programmes. As the Saddleworth weather
can often be unpredictable the indoor facility gives the best of both worlds. When
the weather is good, the clients if they wish can make use of the fantastic outdoor spaces in surrounding Delph.
The opening prices for Personal Training are £25.00 per hour for a 1 to 1
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Stalybridge
Celtic...
Hoping For A Happy New Year!
After a promising start to the first half of the season, the boys from Bowerfold find
themselves in the top ten thanks to a number of good results which has kept them
in the hunt. Although a little way off leaders Chester (who seem to be running away
with it) Celtic are still only a few points off the play off places, with real promise to
kick on and hopefully gain a well deserved promotion to the Blue Square Premier!
It's going to take every bit of manager Jim Harvey's motivational skills to drive his
young stars to glory this season. With
optimism again high in the camp, there
certainly isn't any reason why this
dream can't be achieved!
In other news, Neil Wolstenholme, a
former Celtic player back in the early
1980s, sponsored Stalybridge Celtic's
game with Workington and received a
Brother GL Label Printer, courtesy of
Celtic commercial partners Brother UK
Ltd., of Audenshaw, which was
presented by Celtic chief executive Syd
White. Neil, now living in South
Manchester, sponsored in the name of
his business, Wilmslow Tax Solutions.
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end of the season. As well as the match tickets you
will get the chance to enjoy a delicious four course
meal complete with wine in the clubs corporate
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have to do is answer the following question;
What is the name of Stalybridge
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One of his guests was another Celtic player, John 'Bobble' Brown who played 149
games for the club in the 1990s, including the HFS Loans League championship
side of 1992. He brought along a picture of the squad celebrating after lifting the
title after the
last game of a
momentous
season.
Royton Cricket Club sponsored the Stalybridge Celtic Man of
the Match against Workington and the bottle of Bubbly was
presented to Jack Laird by former Ashton United defender Trevor
Lewis, a former wicket-keeper at the cricket club.
The Executive
Lounge for
sponsors and
guests at
Stalybridge
Celtic looked
magnificent this
festive season -
and all the
diners against
Workington got
into the spirit of
things by
wearing Santa
hats - thanks to
the great work
of Janet (left) and Emma, Celtic's top
ladies! Also, Stalybridge
Celtic's long-serving top chef Rob
Broomhead, who has served the club
for nigh on 15 years now, was in
festive mood against Workington
wearing his Santa hat as he served a
plate of sarnies to staff who had
worked hard on the morning of the
match. Well done that man!
Everyone at Stalybridge Celtic
would like to wish their loyal
supporters old and new a very
happy and successful 2013!

GALLERY 23
NOW OPEN in STALYBRIDGE
Helen Robinson
An exciting new addition
has recently appeared on
Melbourne Street in
Stalybridge. Art lovers will
be delighted to hear that
Gallery 23 has recently
opened it's doors to
showcase the works of a
number of talented artists
and photographers.
The gallery is owned by
photographer Peter
Aitchison and painter
Christine Ormsby whose
knowledge and passion
have come together to
create two floors of art
which are certain to
catch the eye.
Many artists will be
showcased at the
Carl Longmate
gallery through various
exhibitions throughout the year, including works by Helen Robinson and her
contemporary figures to Carl Longmate and his vibrant street scenes of Manchester
(both pictured), as well as Peter's own fine art photography, which will also be on
display.
There are also a number of photography courses and painting workshops available, so if
you fancy taking up a new hobby this new year or you wish to enhance your own
knowledge, then Gallery 23 is the place to come along to. For further details on these,
please see the two adverts on this page.
The gallery is open six days a week (Monday to Saturday). Gift vouchers are also
available for both art and classes. The ideal gift for someone special!
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Ben Cooley, Jo Bennett & Phillipa Roberts
The Hope for Justice Team and The Winter Ball
organisers
Mike Sweeny & Jo Bennett
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HOPE FOR JUSTICE
WINTER BALL 2012
On November 15th the
White hart Inn in
Lydgate played host
to the Hope for
Justice Winter Ball.
Over 120
businesses
attended a
glamorous
evening of
Champagne,
fine food and
entertainment
to celebrate
the lives changed by the
work of Hope for Justice. Over
£6,500.00 was raised on the
evening for the charity
through raffle sales, auction
items and one off donations.
Jo Bennett, one of the
organisers for the evening
commented, “The evening was
a huge success, the food was
fabulous, and the band, ‘The
Learmont’s’ had everyone
dancing and we were all blown
away by people’s generosity for
this very worthwhile cause.”
Ben Cooley, CEO for Hope for
Justice gave a stirring and informed
talk about the organisations
commitment to uncovering and
abolishing the hidden crime of human
trafficking in UK. Ben said, “The trade
in human life is taking place on a vast
global scale and is the world’s fastest
growing organised crime, and its big
business. Drugs and guns can only be
sold once, but criminals can sell a
victim’s services again and again.”
Last year Hope for Justice assisted in
the rescue of 78 victims of trafficking
in the UK. Zoe was trafficked into
the UK from the purpose of sexual
exploitation, sold from man to man
and town to town until Hope for
Justice rescued her. For more
information on the work of Hope
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Lifestyle Fitness Fundraisers On Course To Completing
The Distance!
In the last issue you may have remembered our story of a group of kind hearted fitness fanatics in Saddleworth
who are attempting to complete a challenge that really is quite amazing. Well, we are pleased to say that
although they still have a quite a way to go, the crew are continuing to row their hearts out in order to save
somebody else's.
Local fund raiser Gill Bussey and Lifestyle Fitness Centre owner Derek Ireland are hoping to try and raise money to
buy a life saving defibrillator to keep at the gym in case it is needed by anyone in need of some rapid life saving
treatment either at the gym or surrounding areas. A defibrillator is a life-saving machine that gives the heart an
electric shock in some cases of cardiac arrest. This is called defibrillation and can save lives. Cardiac arrest is when
the heart stops pumping blood around the body. When someone has a cardiac arrest, defibrillation needs to be
prompt. For every minute that passes without defibrillation chances of survival decrease by 14 percent. Research
shows that applying a controlled shock within five minutes of collapse provides the best possible chances of survival.
Rotary President John Ainley under
starters orders with Lifestyle owner
Derek Ireland, Gill Bussey and Peter
Ashworth, Chairman of the Rotary
Gill, Derek, a whole host of gym members and anyone else who fancies getting
involved, are in the process of trying to row the total distance around the British
Isles which totals exactly 11,073 miles. Since the challenge started in October,
the crew still have 9,000 miles to go, but with your support and donations, they
hope to complete the distance in the near future and raise the funds needed.
Even President of the Saddleworth Rotary, Mr John Ainley, was on hand to lend
his support and complete a mile for the team.
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Derek putting John through his paces
Gill, Derek & Centre Manager James with the map!
"We've had a great response so far from a lot of members and even members of the public who are trying to help us raise the £1,500
needed to buy one of these very important, and potentially life saving machines." Says Gill. "Whether somebody wants to row one mile
or a hundred, they are welcome to come down to the gym. The more sponsors we can accumulate, the better."
Gill and Derek are currently applying to the British Heart Foundation to see if they would qualify for a defibrillator at a discounted
price. If they do qualify, then any surplus money raised will go directly to one or more of the heart charities.
Anyone wishing to get involved in the rowing or would simply like to make a donation to help them reach their target can either call
into Lifestyle Fitness Centre on Wellington Road in Greenfield or for more information Tel: 01457 871811. You can also call Gill
Bussey on Tel: 07964 067419
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in Saddleworth and surrounding areas. They are all local people who understand the needs of the local
community.
The company is owned by Susan Shaw and Yvonne Gatley, who both saw a niche within the industry to
provide a genuine care company that treat people with the respect and dignity they deserve. As
recognition for their hard work, both Susan and Yvonne were invited to a garden Party at Buckingham
Palace to receive a care award for 'Outstanding Service' during the Queens Diamond Jubilee
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Companions offer reassurance and help with everyday activities both inside and outside
the home, and they can be there when your family or friends can't! They are able to help
anyone who may otherwise be confined to the home or local area, giving independence
and companionship to people who may feel insecure and lonely, especially when the
family live outside the area. The Companions team can be reassuringly nearby when
they're needed.
All members of Staff carry identification and are police checked. They are all fully insured
and meet with Health & Safety regulations, and are first aid qualified.
Companions also offer group activities for the people that they care for, which includes
anything from shopping expeditions to theatre trips or meals out in small groups of like
minded individuals. Groups are always accompanied by Companions and they can be an
ideal way for a full time carer to get a much needed day off.
So whether it's a fun day out, help to get to a medical appointment, a helping hand
around the house, or just a bit of company from time to time, then Companions are the
local friendly care company you can always rely on. For information, please contact the
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The Companions Team at your service this New Year!

The object is to insert the numbers in the boxes to satisfy
only one condition: each row, column and 3x3 box must
contain the numbers 1 to 9 exactly once. What could be
simpler?
Operator 100
International Operator 155
Fault repair service 151
Directory Enquiries 118118
Time Line 123
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Electricity 0800 375675
Gas 0800 111999
Water 0845 7462200
Police 0161 872 5050
USEFUL NUMBERS
National Rail Enquirys 08457 48 49 50
Connexions Oldham 0161 678 4296
Childline 0800 1111
Citizens Advice Bureau 0161 620 9317
Cot Death Support 0161 665 1994
Job Centre Plus 0800 055 6688
Family Crisis Group 0161 652 0326
Gamblers Anonymous 0161 273 3574
Gay Switch Board 0161 236 5986
Grange Arts Centre 0161 624 8012
GMPTE (local bus and rail) 0161 228 7811
Grocery Delivery
(free Service for elderly
& Infirm) 0161 308 2439
Kershaw’s Hospice 0161 624 2727
Life Line (drugs advice) 0161 839 2054
MENCAP 0161 624 1822
MIND
(mental health centre) 01457 875989
NSPCC 0800 8005000
Oldham Coliseum 0161 624 2829
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8 Apprehended (6)
9 Back end (4)
10 Thankful (8)
11 Duplicates (7)
13 Curse (5)
16 Remains (5)
17 Filaments (7)
19 Australian marsupial (8)
21 Not hard (4)
23 Something done rather than said (6)
24 Happenings (6)
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3 Equipment used in calisthenic
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4 Large body of water (5)
5 Undiluted (4)
6 1,000th of 1,000,000 (8)
12 Way in (8)
14 Reduced in strength (8)
15 Bent - to conquer? (7)
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0845 165 1830
Royal Oldham Hospital 0161 624 0420
RSPCA 0161 737 6737
Saddleworth Parish Council
Civic Hall 01457 876665
Saddleworth Players 01457 874644
St.Johns Ambulance
St.Marys Centre
01457 872602
(sexual assault referral centre) 0161 276 6515
Samaritans 01706 868686
Veterinary (Lees) 0161 620 4900
Veterinary (Mossley) 01457 837900
Victims Support 0161 652 0405
Welfare Rights Service
WRVS (meals on wheels,
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emergency clothing etc) 0161 652 7896
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FOR DATES FOR 2013....
Saturday 12th January
Champion Brass & Gilbert Symes
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THE NAVIGATION INN BAND with Guest Soloists
from
STEVE SYKES & DAVID CHILDS
& COMPERE GILBERT SYMES
At Uppermill Civic Hall
Tickets Priced at £12. Last Few Remaining!!
For more information please contact
Gilbert Symes on 07717332855 or
Phil Beck on 07976 165815
Saturday 23rd February
Champion Brass & Handshake Ltd are proud to present...
The World Famous.....
BLACK DYKE BAND
Musical Director Dr. Nicholas Childs
& Compere Gilbert Symes
At Uppermill Civic Hall
Concert starts at 8pm
Tickets priced at £15 (£14 concessions) and are available from
Delph, Diggle, Uppermill & Greenfield Post offices, Saddleworth
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DATE TO BE CONFIRMED........
Saturday 9th March
WHITE ELEPHANT CLUB REUNION
Starring
Les McKeown's...
BAY CITY ROLLERS
With
DJ's Phil Beck, Stuart Littlewood & Richard Longley playing all
the hits!!!
TICKETS AVAILABLE from TICKETLINE
Please Telephone - 0844 8889991 or go to
www.ticketline.co.uk or Uppermill Post Office
For further details on any of these events please contact
PHIL BECK on TEL: 07976 165815 or EMAIL:
championbrass@hotmail.com
Exclusive Readers Competition
We have one pair of tickets for both the BLACK DYKE BAND CONCERT & WHITE
ELEPHANT CLUB REUNION (featuring THE BAY CITY ROLLERS) to give away courtesy of
CHAMPION BRASS.
For your chance to WIN BLACK DYKE BAND TICKETS answer the following question....
Who is the Musical Director of Black Dyke Band?
For your chance to WIN WHITE ELEPHANT CLUB REUNION TICKETS answer the
following question....
The Bay City Rollers had a hit with which song?
a) SHANG-A-LINE b) SHANG-A-BANG c) SHANG-A-LANG
If you think you know the answer to either question, then send your
answer(s) along with your contact details to
paul@aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
The lucky Winners will be contacted and feature in the next issue.
Best of Luck!
Terms & Conditions
The closing date for both competitions is FRIDAY 15th FEBRUARY 2013
Entrants must be 18 or over!
CONGRATULATIONS to SARAH McCARTHY of Milnrow who won TWO TICKETS
to the HOUGHTON WEAVERS and OLDHAM BAND (LEES) CONCERT on the 1st
December at Uppermill Civic Hall! Along with many others of you Sarah
correctly answered that you would normally PULL a Christmas Cracker!
Well done Sarah, we hope you had a great night!

Saturday 16th February
A FUNFILLED 1940's NIGHT
at the Uppermill Museum
Featuring a light hearted play about the War by
Carol & Susan
Tickets priced at £12.50 (limited number
available)
Includes food (Bring your own drinks).
Fancy dress optional!
All proceeds will go to the chosen charities of the
Rotary Club of Saddleworth
For more information or tickets please call Gill
Bussey on Tel: 01457 873022 or
Mob: 07964 067419
Countryside Events - Woodland Management and Hot Potatoes
Brushes Clough Car Park, Crompton Moor, Off Buckstones Road
Oldham OL2 8LS
T: 0161 627 2608
A joint event with Groundwork and Shaw and Crompton Parish Council. Help
manage the woodlands on the moor.
All tools provided, with hot potatoes at lunchtime!
Meet at the Brushed Clough car park at 10.30am.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, Suitable for over 16’s only.
Please refer to our full Countryside Events brochure for details on Clothing,
accessibility and what to bring, or contact Countryside Centre for this event.
10.30am - 3.30pm
Open All Year
Inspector Norse
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Fairbottom Street
Oldham OL1 3SW
What’s on
T: 0161 624 2829
Inspector Norse will be on at the Oldham Coliseum from 30 January - 2 February
2013. Performances times will vary.
The duo who brought you Desperate to be Doris, Withering Looks and Move Over
Moriarty returns to the Coliseum to weave a web of mystery that will leave your
nerves jangling!
It is bitter mid-winter. Ex-pop-star recluse Freya looks out of her log cabin at a rural
winter scene. She smiles and turns back to her meatballs. But who is the strange
Nordic walking across the frozen wastes? In a fur hat? With a chisel? Days later a
man is found dead in a barn nearby with a bizarre message carved on his forehead.
Enter Inspector Sandra Larsson in her authentic, rustic knitwear. With her own
personal life unraveling before our eyes, it is up to her to follow the pattern of a
mystery with many holes.
Tickets are £5 - £17.80.
13/01/2013 to 02/02/2013
Dr Kershaw's Hospice - Farmers Market
Turf Lane, Royton, Oldham OL2 6EU
Dr Kershaw’s farmers market is held on the 3rd Sunday of every month and stalls
include fresh fruit and veg, meats, cakes, pies, chocolate, sausages and bread.
As well as food, we have a wonderful range of hand-made crafts, paintings, plants,
soaps, jewellery, knitted goods, signs and books.
So, support your local businesses and your local hospice by joining us between
10am - 2pm, every 3rd Sunday of the month at the Hospice.
Open All Year
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk around SADDLEWORTH 45

Kids Stuff
Jelly Tots organisers Jessica Moreland and Esther Cartwright
being presented with a cheque by Saddleworth Rotary President
John Ainley and Chairman Peter Ashworth
around SADDLEWORTH 46 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Local Baby & Toddler Group Receive
a Helping Hand From The
Saddleworth Rotary
Christmas came that little bit earlier for one local baby & toddler group, when the Saddleworth Rotary
decided that they should be worthy recipients of some much needed funding.
Jelly Tots is a toddler group which has been going for a few years and is available to use every thursday
between 9.30 - 11.30 am at Uppermill Civic Hall.
Rotary President Mr John Ainley and Chairman Mr Peter Ashworth were only too happy to come along to
one of the sessions to present Jessica Moreland and Esther Cartwright of the toddler group with a cheque
for £100.
"The money will come in very handy" Jessica told us. "We are always on the look out for new toys and
equipment, so a little helping like this goes along way and we are very grateful."
If you would like more information about Jelly Tots or you would like to donate any toys for the children to
play with, then please feel to call Jessica on Mob: 07985 938868.
For more information about the Saddleworth Rotary, then go to www.tsrc.co.uk/

Sudoku for Kids!
Instructions
Fill in the boxes using the numbers 1 to 6.
Every row and column and every group of 6
boxes inside the thicker lines must contain
each number only once.
Keep trying. If you get stuck get mum or dad
or even an older brother or sister to show
how to do it. With practise you’ll soon be an
expert.
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Heathfield School, Rishworth
Education for boys and girls from 3 – 11
Heathfield School has a welldeserved
reputation for excellence
in sports, with a biathlon team
reaching the National finals in 2012,
a Yorkshire champion triathlete, and
teams in sports from golf to hockey,
and from swimming to athletics
performing brilliantly across the
board.
Heathfield is also a centre for Trinity
music examinations, and the
School’s commitment to a broad
range of musical experiences has
resulted in having children placed in
the National Children’s Orchestra,
the Royal School of Ballet and
musical groups from beginner’s
ensembles up to county level.
Kids Stuff
The Arts Trail, making use of our
extensive grounds, and opened in
2012, shows their commitment to fostering a love of culture, and a confidence of
expression born of competence in tasks undertaken. Heathfield is also establishing
a reputation for academic success: a Nursery and Reception described in the most
recent Inspection report as ‘outstanding’ has delivered profile results in which
every child has attained at a standard above the national average; Key Stage 2 SATs
results which reflect the high aspirations the School has for its pupils, so that
children have their pick of first choice Schools at the end of their Primary School
career.
All in all, a unique educational experience, for unique individuals. For more
information please go to www.rishworth-school.co.uk
around SADDLEWORTH 47

Kids Stuff
THE FUN DEPOT
Now Celebrating Their
2nd Birthday!
The Fun Depot would like to
wish all the kids and parents a
very safe & happy 2013!
We look forward to seeing you
soon!
The Fun depot is an exciting modern play centre situated in the heart of Ashton-Under-Lyne as it continues to grow from strength to strength after a successful
second year in business. With plenty of love and attention given into the development of the business, the team continue to aim providing Tameside, Saddleworth
and other nearby areas with a play experience that people will want to use and enjoy time and time again. Whether you're in need of occupying your little ones for a
couple of hours or have an important birthday party to organise, The Fun Depot can take care of everything. Various Party packages are available at prices to suit
you.
Every detail to make your experience at The Fun Depot an enjoyable one has been thought of. There is a Baby Area exclusively for parents/carers and their babies
which includes comfy seating and cushioned flooring which is designed with the youngest visitors in mind. The Nursing Room is an area of comfort and calm,
where you are able to feed and change your baby in a clean, quiet environment. The area is equipped with microwave, bottle warmers and changing tables. This
room offers an element of privacy without the feeling of being separated from the rest of the Centre, which sometimes happens in other facilities. They are also
proud to have a Sensory Room where children with Special Needs can come and immerse themselves in a relaxing atmosphere, and a chance to enjoy a whole array
of wonderful experiences. From bubble lamps to treasure boxes, this is certainly a place for all to enjoy, and is available to Special Groups for private use.
The main Play Area is brilliantly laid out for all children aged 4 and above. It features an amazing drop slide for the more daring child and a challenging climbing wall
(that can be as easy or as difficult as you choose). There is also a toddlers area, designed to entertain the Under 4's. There you will find a fantastic, fun filled,
challenging and exciting area for younger children. There is a crazy car track, large open spiral slide, tube slides, crawl tubes and a free play zone. The Fun Depot
has the lot!.
With ample private parking and Wi-Fi available, The Fun Depot is open 7 days a
week. For more details or to book a party please ring the The Fun Depot on Tel:
0161 343 5507 or visit www.thefundepot.co.uk
There is plenty going on at The Fun Depot this New Year, so make sure you go
along and join in the fun!
WANT TO REWARD
YOUR CHILDREN?
BOOK A PARTY OR
GROUP OUTING?
WELL, COME TO TO
THE FUN DEPOT!!!
We have a SENSORY
ROOM and PADDED
PLAY AREA
GREAT RATES
AVAILABLE
FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
GROUPS / CLASSES
BOOKING A GROUP
PARTY FOR END OF
TERM OR A SPECIAL
EVENT?
GET ALONG TO THE
FUN DEPOT!!!
SPECIAL RATES
AVAILABLE
FOR SCHOOLS AND
NURSERIES
LET US LOOK AFTER
YOU!!!
TIME FOR A RHYME
Every Monday! At 10.30am
Included with the price of entry
Every Thursday at
11am (No additional
cost other than
normal entry fee)
around SADDLEWORTH 48 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Price per Session
(one and a half hours)
Under 1’s: Free
1 year - 3 years: £3.50
4 years : £4.50
Open
Monday - Friday
9.30am - 5.30pm
Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
WE ARE THE PARTY SPECIALISTS!
Various Packages Available
Please contact for details
Cafe selling homemade food and refreshments
Private Free Carpark
Tel: 0161343 5507 Website: www.thefundepot.co.uk

First Joint Nativity Play a
Success!
Swan Meadow Nurseries combined to provide a wonderful day for
parents, friends and children from both Swan Meadow Private Day
Nursery and The Cottage Private Day Nursery at their annual Nativity
Play.
The traditional nativity was performed at Delph Methodist Church
following a lovely reception at the nursery, with home baked seasonal
snacks and freshly brewed Mulled wine. Attendance was fantastic as
usual, and because this was the first time children from both Pre-Schools
were involved, staff were even more nervous than previous years (if
that’s possible).
However, there was no need for concern because the children were
simply triumphant in their rendering of the Christmas Story. Lots of
smiles all round, excellent behaviour throughout the whole day, and wonderful singing, all the way to Bethlehem.
Take a look at the photographs and I’m sure you’ll agree that our first joint venture with The Cottage was a
great success for both parents and children. Perhaps the MEN for 2013 ?!
Happy New Year to everyone from all the staff at Swan Meadow, and The Cottage.
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Kids Stuff
around SADDLEWORTH 49

House & Home
Contact Robert for
a Free Quotation
All Aspects of Landscaping
- Natural Stone Flagging
- Dry Stone Walling
- Patios
- Block paving
- Garden Transformations
- Turfing
- Fencing
- Water Features
- Planting
Est. 1979
Vale Cottage, Dean Head, Diggle OL3 5LU
Tel/Fax: 01457 873799 Mob: 07860 119663
Email: avonleighgardens@hotmail.com
www.avonleighlandscaping.co.uk
around SADDLEWORTH 50 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Give your home the make over it
deserves this New Year...
And Join the hundreds of local homes who have had their gardens transformed
by Avonleigh Homes & Gardens
After 30 years and with a portfolio of impressive work behind them, Avonleigh
Homes & Gardens continue to lead the way in all aspects of landscaping
projects, including patios, paths, dry stone walling, fencing and decking as well
as more specialist commissions such as wildlife gardens, tiered water features,
ponds with inset specialist lighting and inspirational sculpture areas.
Robert Godfrey, the owner of Avonleigh Homes & Gardens heads the
professional landscape team. Based in Diggle and covering the Oldham borough,
Rochdale, Tameside and Stockport, Robert offers his clients practical design
advise and recommends choices from materials to planting schedules. With
their many years experience they can transform any size or shape of garden from
a wild wilderness into a beautiful garden you will be proud of.
They have a full range of modern equipment to ensure that the work is expertly
done and completed on time so that your dream garden will be realised with a
minimum of disruption.
Robert and the team would like to wish all their customers a very healthy and
happy 2013. To contact Avonleigh for a free quotation, ring Robert on
Tel: 01457 873799 or Mob: 07860 119663.

www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
House & Home
TANNER BUSINESS CENTRE
Newly furbished office 800 sqft
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Great views of Saddleworth
Attractive rental
Self Storage, Commercial Storage and Managed Storage
Workshops and Offices Meeting Room Available for Hire
NEW CAR STORAGE FACILITIES
SELF STORAGE 125 SQFT FROM £90.00 PER CAL. MTH.
Brand New Office: Available 800 sqft. (75 sqm.) Network Ready
Large Unit Available: 6000 sqft. (560 sqm.) Ideal for Manufacturing, Distribution or Storage
Other Units/Offices Available from 200-2000 sqft.
t: 01457 872273 e: info@tannerbrothers.co.uk
WATERSIDE MILLS, GREENFIELD, SADDLEWORTH, OL3 7NH
around SADDLEWORTH 51

House & Home
DR. KERSHAWS HOSPICE New Year News Update. ...............
Kiss 4 Kershaw’s
Allyson Richardson, a 37 year old Mother from Waterhead, has launched an appeal
called ‘Kiss 4 Kershaw’s’ to help the Hospice raise funds as a thank you for their
continued support in her ongoing battle. Allyson was diagnosed with bowel cancer
in 2010 and her aim is to
kiss as many famous
people and local Oldham
heroes as possible. This
month has seen her kiss
all the Oldham Athletic
players including the
Manager and the mascot
Chaddy. If you can
support Allyson in her quest with any contacts you have for someone she could
kiss please contact Debbie Edwards (Corporate and Community Fundrasier) on
0161 624 9984 or to sponsor Allyson please visit her online donation page
http://uk.vriginmoneygiving.com/Kiss4Kershaws.
Kershaw’s Angels –
Update
As reported in last months
edition Dr. Kershaw's are
looking to get a group of
events and fundraising
volunteers together to assist the fundraising team to raise money during 2013.
They have had a great response and met up with a few people to let them know
that they will be contacting everyone again in the New Year for a get together for
everyone to meet. If you’d like more information, then please contact the
Fundraising office at the details below.
Bidvest Logistics – Kilimanjaro Climb 2013.
A team of colleagues are planning to climb Kilimanjaro on 1st February 2013, the
warehousing and stock control staff members are taking on the challenge to raise
funds for Dr Kershaw’s and Cancer Research UK. To sponsor them in their quest
please visit http://www.justgiving.com/BidvestKilimanjaroTrek1
around SADDLEWORTH 52 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Nina Lewis – Skydiving Challenge
Nina’s friend won a skydive in a competition and gave it to Nina for her birthday as
she knew it was something she’d always wanted to do. Nina decided it would be a
great idea to do it for a local charity and as her Grandmother had passed away in Dr
Kershaw’s in 2010, she chose the Hospice as it was dear to her heart. She
managed to raise an amazing £810 so very well done to her.
Future Events:
Farmers Markets
This next few months Dr. Kershaw's have a few events to let you know about, on
the 3rd Sunday of each they have their Farmers Market in the Hospice grounds
which is getting bigger each month. They now have a good selection of local crafts
alongside their locally produced and delicious foods.
Santa Stroll – Alexandra Park – Sun 13th January
On the 13th of January they have their gentle family stroll round Alexandra Park in
Oldham. The walk starts at 11am and there are hot drinks and snacks available as
well as a warm up with the ‘Zumba’ lady to work off a few of those Christmas
Chocolates. Entry forms and details are available on the website
www.drkershawshospice.org.uk
Easter Bring and Buy – Sat 9th March
Come along and buy crafts and goods and take part in the Easter Egg Hunt, further
details are again on the website. Any unwanted goods and Christmas presents are
gratefully accepted to assist them in raising funds at this event.
For further information on any of the above, then please contact the Appeals
office on Tel: 0161 624 9984 or email: appeals@drkershawshospice.org.uk.
Turf Lane, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6EU. www.drkershawshospice.org.uk. You
can also follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.
Dr. Kershaw's would like to everyone for their continued support during 2012
and would like to wish you all a prosperous and healthy 2013!

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House & Home
Ian. J. Wilson (Wilstone)
Specialists in Dry Stone Walling
Wilstone are a reputable local
business who are Specialists in dry
stone walling. The company was
formed in 1994 by Ian Wilson, who
has always been involved with
stone work. His father was a
building inspector, as well as
having a keen interest in dry stone
walling, so Ian`s knowledge and
enthusiasm basically stemmed
from there.
Ian is a professional member of the
DSWA (Dry Stone Walling
Association) and undertakes everything from commercial and domestic to insurance work.
He also performs stone work, flagging, patios, fish ponds, garden design and much more.
Over the years he has undertaken a great deal of conservation projects, having worked in
conjunction with the Peak National Park on numerous occasions, as well as alteration and
restoration with the church of England.
Wilstone have recently been contracted to build a number of stone styles on public
footpaths through Peak Park Planning, as well as a bridge in the Peak National Park. 2012
was a great year for the team who competed at the prestigious Royal Horticultural Show at
Tatton Park in Cheshire, held in July. To be selected is indeed a great honour as all
participants need to be chosen by a select committee in London's West Minster before
being invited to take part. However, Wilstone, in partnership with Glossop Garden Centre
Ltd, Charlie Williams (Nook Design) and GK Wilson Garden Services Ltd were chosen as the
overall winners of the Back to Back Garden category. A great achievement to the team.
Ian employs a small team of specialist construction workers, who together ensure that the
job is completed to an exceptionally high standard. Wilstone can offer comprehensive and
creative design, providing a fresh and imaginative approach to a variety of briefs.
So, whether you have a tumbled wall needing repair or are considering having a new wall or
feature, Wilstone are the specialists to contact this New Year. Well constructed dry stone
walls can last for decades, even hundreds of years, so make sure you get it done right first
time - Call Wilstone. For more information or a free no obligation quote, phone Ian on Tel:
01457 867876 or Mob: 0774 393 2622
For more details please visit their NEW website: www.wilsonstonemasonry.co.uk
VISIT
OUR WEBSITE
www.wilsonstonemasonry.co.uk
Ian. J. Wilson (Wilstone)
SPECIALISTS IN DRY STONE WALLING
Also Stone Work, Flagging, Patios, Fish Ponds,
Garden Designs, etc
All Commercial, Domestic &
Insurance Work Undertaken
Call Now For Immediate Attention on:
TEL: 01457 867876 MOBILE: 0774 393 2622
23 Cliffe Road. Glossop. Derbyshire. SK13 8NY
around SADDLEWORTH 53

House & Home
around SADDLEWORTH 54 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk

www.georgehill-timber.co.uk
Quality Value and Service for Over 90 Years
Scottfield Sawmills, Ashton Road, Oldham OL8 1LB
Tel: 0161-627 2020 Fax: 0161-633 2250
George Hill (Oldham) Ltd.
Oldham’s Oldest Timber and Building Suppliers
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
House & Home
Softwood/Hardwood
Doors & Sheet Materials
Flooring
Building Supplies
Ironmongery
OPEN
Mon - Fri 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Sat - 8.00 am - 1.00 pm
George Hill have supplied quality Timber and Building
Materials to the trade and public since 1919 and are
continuing to do so. Just opened is their new Door and
Flooring Showroom, where you can view over 20 internal
doors along with all the Handles and fittings you will need.
The Flooring samples include Laminate, Vinyl, Solid and
engineered.
They also continue to supply all the products you’ll need for
any project in and around your home. From their quality
Softwood, Hardwood, Skirting, Mouldings, Sheet Materials
and Worktops to products for the garden and patio including
Decking, Decorative Stone, Chippings & Flags, Paving,
Walling and Fence Panels, which are showcased in the onsite
Decking and Garden Feature.
Situated in Oldham just off Ashton Road visit them today and
see what they have to offer or call them on 0161 627 2020.
Their friendly experienced staff are always on hand to offer
knowledgeable advice on their extensive range of products
and services. They offer FREE Delivery for larger items and
also have branches in Sale, Bolton and Nelson.
Contact George Hill on 0161 627 2020
around SADDLEWORTH 55

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AM Windows and Doors
There for your property this New Year
Before
After
AM Windows & Doors are based in Delph in the heart of Saddleworth. The
company is run by Matt Broadbent who has over 6 years experience in the roofline
industry, with a thorough knowledge of all aspects of manufacturing and
installation. He aims to to deliver true value for money on installing all their low
maintenance products. They can guarantee the best work at the best possible
prices as no job is sub-contracted, using their very own established professional
team.
Matt is the main fitter and in a typical week he carries out a variety of installations
including fitting fascias, soffits, gutters, cladding, rockdoors, upvc windows and
doors, pitched roofs and EPDM rubberbond roofs. Due to the unreliable weather
now might be the right time to sort out your property's exterior. So give them a
call today and take advantage of their exclusive offer (See advert).
All their work is covered by an insurance-backed guarantee giving you complete
peace of mind. AM Windows and Doors use 'Swish' approved installers on all of
our jobs ensuring that our customers receive the highest standard of installation as
well as the market leading roofline, fascia and guttering products.
For a first rate service, give AM Windows & Doors a call today. They are the local
firm you can rely on.
around SADDLEWORTH 56 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Movember Madness For
The Village People
Fundraisers
the challenge worldwide
to help raise
awareness and help
support The Prostrate
Cancer Charity.
So on the 1st
December a bunch of
kind hearted locals
decided to mark the
end of the month to
showcase their facial
furniture in style by
The quaint village of
Delph looked like
something out of a
Village People music
video at the start of
December as a
number of local
residents donned
their finery to raise
money for the
Movember cause.
Millions of blokes
have been taking up
getting well and truly dressed up for the
occasion.
Following a tour (or two) of the village
pubs, the lads, which included Matt
Broadbent, Mark Paterson, Alex
Padgham, Craig Brown, Simon and Scott
Longley, Peter Smith and Aaron Daniels
to name but a few ended up in the Bulls
Head to be joined by landlord Stuart
Thewlis to complete the mammoth shaveoff!
"A massive thank you goes out to
everyone who got involved in The Bulls
Head Tash Club and everyone who
donated." A happy Matt Broadbent (aka
Hulk Hogan) told us. "We managed to
raise £1400 and our team was the 1689th
highest fundraising team overall which is
fantastic."
That certainly is good going so very well done to all the lads who took part! In total
the UK raised £18.18 Million and overall worldwide, more than £73 Million pounds
was
raised.

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House & Home
BRADBURY'S NEW BATHROOM & TILE SHOWROOM
NOW OPEN!!!
For those of you who may not be aware, Bradbury Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd have now moved from the Forge
Industrial Estate on Greenacres Road into their fantastic new premises on Shaw Road in Oldham.
This New Year there is plenty to see in Bradbury's extensive and stylish bathroom and tile showroom, offering you
even more to cater for all your bathroom, plumbing and heating needs, with customer service that won't be beaten.
They have a comprehensive range of modern and stylish bathroom suites, showers, fittings and tiles for you to
choose from, to help you achieve the desired look from quality brands such as Simpsons, Vogue, Bauhaus and Roca.
Bradbury Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. is a family run plumbers merchants and bathroom retailer with over
twenty years experience. In their exclusive showroom and trade counter, you will find plenty of bays and shower
enclosures on display to help you find exactly what it is you are looking for.
With their comprehensive range of manufacturers and suppliers, finding the right bathroom, item of furniture or
accessory for your project will be easy to do. They supply Combi Boilers from leading brands such as Glow Worm,
Remeha, Vaillant, Worcester, Main, Potterton and others on request.
Their friendly and knowledgeable staff will be on hand to
assist and guide you should you need it. There is no
pushy sales approach at Bradbury Bathroom & Tile
Showroom. In addition they will send out recommended
and approved fitters and tilers to help make your project
come to life.
Bradbury Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. can deliver to
customers across North West England including free
delivery on all bathroom suites and showers. They are proud to boast an excellent after sales service and put
great value on a good overall customer care that leaves their customers feeling completely satisfied and looked
after.
So feel inspired this 2013, with Bradbury Plumbers Merchants & Bathroom Suppliers. Telephone them today
on 0161 627 1047 or call in to take a look at 20 Shaw Road, Oldham, OL1 3LS.
BRADBURY
BATHROOM AND TILE SHOWROOM
20 Shaw Road, Oldham OL1 3LS
WISHING
ALL OUR
CUSTOMERS A
VERY HAPPY
2013
SUPPLIERS OF ALL YOUR BATHROOM AND PLUMBING NEEDS
Bathrooms Showers/Enclosures Pumps and Valves Boilers
Heating Systems Sanitaryware .... and lots more!
TRADE AND RETAIL WELCOME AT OUR TRADE COUNTERS
OUR NEW SHOWROOM IS NOW OPEN
Showroom open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Saturday 9am to 2pm
Tel: 0161 627 1047 Showroom 0161 633 2533
www.bradburyphs.co.uk
around SADDLEWORTH 57

House & Home
Unit 46 | The Acorn Centre | Off Barry Street | Oldham | OL1 3NE
Telephone: 0161 626 9688
ask for Ext 101
www.harmonyblindsoldham.co.uk
around SADDLEWORTH 58 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
FREE MEASURE,
QUOTE &
FITTING

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around SADDLEWORTH 59

House & Home
New Year, New Kitchen?
If you've decided that a new kitchen is on your to do list for 2013 then you
need to visit Fineline. Established since 1986 we have a team of highly experienced
designers and craftsmen on hand to transform your ideas into reality.
For the whole of January we are slicing a massive 25% off all kitchens, bedrooms
and home studies.
As we are a NEFF five star MasterPartner® we are also able to offer you the
very best selection of premium appliances to view and the very best advice and
service. We have a working kitchen at the Oldham showroom and often hold
NEFF cooking demonstrations. NEFF compliments our kitchen styles perfectly,
from ovens and hobs to coffee centres and fridge freezers, all these can be
found amongst our exciting new kitchen displays at the Oldham showroom.
No project is too small or too large and we have 26 years experience of working
on both residential and commercial projects. From concept to completion
let us turn your disarray into a dream.
Fineline - unlocking the potential of your kitchen and the quality of your life.
around SADDLEWORTH 60 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk

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House & Home
Sing the New Year in
with....
THE SADDLEWORTH
SINGERS!
The Christmas Concert at Uppermill Methodist Church was a very
successful and enjoyable evening. However the festive event was
tinged with some sadness as it signaled the last concert to be
conducted by Judy Lund, The Saddleworth Singers renown
Musical Director of eight years.
The choir sang old and new favourites, a song about the fate of two goslings in the run-up to Christmas and a humorous rendition of The Twelve Days After
Christmas. Fitz Brass, a young quintet of ex-students from the RNCM, entertained with expertise and enthusiasm and accompanied the choir and audience in
singing three traditional carols which gave a rousing start to the celebration of Christmas.
Now the New Year is well and truly under way, do you fancy taking up a new fulfilling hobby?
If so then the Singers has a long standing and faithful membership of ladies of all ages and musical ability.
They rehearse on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 - 9.30pm at Springhead Community Centre on Ashes Lane.
Singing encourages a feeling of well being and new singers of all abilities will be assured of a warm and
helpful welcome. So come and join them. You will be made to feel most welcome!
The choir prides itself on performing a wide variety of songs from both light and serious, ranging from
Blues to Jazz, Classical to Folk and Romantic to ABBA. They are also happy to sing for your special event!
For more information, please visit www.saddleworthonline.co.uk or Contact Kathleen Sykes on
Tel: 0161 628 2564
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY!
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Thousands of homes across the
country are at risk because of a
design weakness in uPVC door locks.
The problem lies in the lock cylinder,
no matter how good the multi point
locking mechanism appears. If the
cylinder is compromised, the multi
point lock can be opened in seconds.
In 2012, the BBC aired a programme called 'Inside Out' which highlighted
the vulnerability of the standard uPVC door locks. With this in mind it is
worth considering upgrading your cylinder to one of the New KITE
MARKED CYLINDERS.
Independent locksmiths BELL SECURITY LOCKS are the local friendly
company you can rely on, offering free advice and quotations. Whether
for domestic or commercial properties, Bell Security Locks will ensure
that the work undertaken is completed to highest possible standard.
They have a long list of satisfied clients including estate agents, solicitors,
property maintenance companies, landlords, public houses, letting agents
and more!
For more details or to call them out for your peace of mind, then contact
today on Tel: 01457 870045 or Mob: 07817 897380
BELL SECURITY
LOCKS
Specialists in Wood and uPVC Door & Window Locks
Local & Independent Locksmiths
Free Advice & Quotes
No Call Out Charges
Discounts Available for
OAP's
Domestic & Commercial
Work Undertaken
Burglary Repairs &
Boarding Up
SPECIAL OFFER
FREE SECURITY SURVEY ON ANY
SADDLEWORTH HOUSEHOLD
Contact for details
CALL TODAY on TEL: 01457 870045
Or MOB: 07817 897380
around SADDLEWORTH 61

House & Home
THE SADDLEWORTH COAL HUT
(S. Eaton Fuels)
WE CAN SERVICE YOUR FIRE TO HELP YOU THROUGH
THE WINTER!!! See in-store for details!!
Wishing
All Our Customers a Very Warm &
Happy New Year!
10% OFF THE FIREFOX 8 CLEAN BURN
WAS £520! NOW ONLY £468
INCLUDES FREE FLUE PIPE and Co2 ALARM
LAST FEW IN-STOCK REMAINING!!!!
For all your pre-packed Coal and Smokeless Fuels Logs,
Heat Logs, Kindling and Firelighters.
Also supply Solid Fuel Stoves, Fire Parts, Fireside
Accessories, Bunkers and lots more.
NEW RANGE OF STYLISH FIRES & FIRESIDE
ACCESSORIES NOW IN STOCK!
Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am - 5.00pm
Home: 01457 839902 Shop: 01457 871267
www.seatonfuels.co.uk
64 CHEW VALLEY ROAD . GREENFIELD . OLDHAM . OL3 7BD
Carpet CreationsCARPET and
Faux leather two seater
and one seater sofas
TO CLEAR from £149
Many display beds &
mattresses by
Slumberland, Rest
Assured, Myers, Burgess,
Kaydian and many more
from £89.00........
SALE
FREE
DELIVERY
ON ALL
BEDS AND
FURNITURE
around SADDLEWORTH 62 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
The Saddleworth Coal Hut
Helping you keep warm
this New Year!
After a successful first twelve months in
business on Greenfield's Chew Valley Road, The
Saddleworth Coal Hut are here to try and keep
you nice and warm this 2013. Owned by S.
Eaton Fuels, this popular local store has certainly
thrived over the Winter and Summer months
thanks to their impressive range of fires, BBQ's, solid fuels and accessories.
They sell everything from pre-packed smokeless fuel logs, heat logs, kindling and fire
lighters to solid fuel stoves, fire parts, fire accessories, bunkers and lots, lots more! A new
range of stylish fires now in stock for the cooler weather, including brands such as MORSO
and many more! For a limited time only they have 10% OFF THE FIREFOX 8 CLEANBURN
model which includes FREE FLUE PIPE and Co2 ALARM! Was £520 but NOW ONLY £468!
But Hurry as they only have a few left in-stock! (Please contact for details).
S. Eaton Fuels was established in 1984 by Albert Eaton from Old Trafford, in Greater
Manchester, who worked for a coal company for about 25 years before he set up on his
own. His son Stephen worked with his father from the age of 13 years helping collecting the
monies and writing tickets until he then learned how to carry the coal and bag off an autobagger
wagon. Stephen finally took over the whole business in 1992 when his father
became to ill to carry on.
Wendy (Stephen's Wife) also joined the business in 1992, helping by driving collect empty
bags and writing tickets, collecting the monies, until to this day has her own wagon doing
deliveries, carrying the coal and all the responsibilities that goes with it.
Stephen and Wendy used to run their business out of a coalyard in Openshaw in Greater
Manchester until it finally closed and they set up their own coal yard on Adamson Industrial
Estate, Raglan Street, Hyde in Greater Manchester in 2004, which as gone from strength to
strength.
Remember NOW is still the time to see if your fire needs a service for the rest of this
Winter! A full range of services (including chimney sweeping) is available. For more
information please give them a call (see advert) or visit their website at
www.seatonfuels.co.uk
All the team at S. Eatons Fuels would like to wish you all a warm and Happy New Year!
BED CENTRE
For Immediate Delivery
ONE ONLY - Cream leather three seater /
two seater RRP £1,699 TO CLEAR £899
ONE ONLY - Dining room table & 4
chairs RRP £599 TO CLEAR £199
12-16 DALE STREET MILNROW
ROCHDALE OL16 4HS
TEL: 01706 715377 FAX: 01706 641073
www.carpetcreations.co.uk
OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK (Except Tuesdays)
FREE
DELIVERY AND
REMOVAL OF OLD BEDS
FORMERLY
EMPLOYEES OF
LANEBOTTOM
CO-OP
CARPET OFFER
Brinton Bell Twist 80% Wool 20% Nylon
Heavy Domestic Wilton from stock = £23.95 Sq Yd
Heavy Domestic Wool Twist from = £8.99 per Sq Yd,
40 oz = £10.99 per Sq Yd, 50 oz = £12.99 per Sq Yd
SALE NOW ON!!! All reasonable offers will be considered on
all items from display stock!
PRICE PROMISE: WE WILL GUARANTEE TO BEAT ANY GENUINE LIKE FOR LIKE QUOTATION ON CARPETS AND BEDS!

YANKS AGAIN!!!
Saddleworth Special Needs Playgroup gratefully accept generous
donation
The American Auto Club North West presenting the Saddleworth Special
Needs Playgroup with the cheque. Picture feature; Paul Lowcock, Sue
Jones, Kath Humpheries, Bernie Murphy, Paul Hughes, Mike Holding,
Greame Swindley with Val and Bert Kendall (seated).
A local playgroup
received a very early
Christmas present
from an unusual and
most welcomed
source!
The Saddleworth Special Needs Playgroup are once again very grateful to the kind heartedness of the Car Club and are
looking forward to putting funds into good use!
They have been going for over 40 years providing help for tots with special needs. Originally funded by the Saddleworth
Women's Institute it has since relied on donations and local generosity to stay operating. The group, which operates as
a registered charity, always has a waiting list and takes youngsters with and without special needs. With a number of
staff, trustees and many volunteers, it has proved to be an essential part of the local community.
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
House & Home
Sue Jones & Kath Humpheries (play leaders at the
Saddleworth Special Needs Playgroup) attended a meeting of
the American Car Club North West in November to receive a cheque for the
amazing sum of £1,400. The amount had been raised at the Classic Car Show in
Uppermill during the Yanks Weekend last Summer.
The event is held every year and the Car Club had once again adopted the
Playgroup as it's charity for that show, which is held on the King George V
Playing Fields. This was it's
fifth year and the event was
sponsored by the Saddleworth
Round Table which enabled the
American Car Club to give the
Playgroup this substantial
amount.
around SADDLEWORTH 63

Motoring
DUKE STREET GARAGE
FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY
Protect your investment!
Here at Duke Street Garage we are a REJEL
APPROVED vehicle rustproofing centre.
We carry out cavity wax and underbody treatments to
new and older vehicles.
Ask or call for a quote!
• MOT
• SERVICE
• MECHANICAL REPAIRS
• COURTESY CARS
• ESTABLISHED 2000
• MAIN DEALER
Diagnostics
SPECIAL OFFER
MOT ONLY £35
Duke Street Garage Duke Street Shaw
Oldham OL2 8PA
Telephone: 01706 845478
around SADDLEWORTH 64 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
A fantastic fleet of
brand new luxury
motorhomes

Full Body Workshop
to take care of
everything from
small dents to
major repairs
including insurance
work!
TURBO
RE-CONDITIONING
SPECIALISTS
Please Contact
SNOW
TYRES
AVAILABLE
WE SPECIALISE IN:
Wishing all our customers a safe and happy 2013!
TYRES BRAKES CLUTCHES
STEERING & SUSPENSION
CAM/TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT
EXHAUSTS BATTERIES
AUTO ELECTRICAL REPAIRS
GEOMETRY
WHEEL ALIGNMENT & SUSPENSION
BASIC SERVICE & MOT FROM £99
WE ARE HERE
CHEAPEST
IN SADDLEWORTH
CARS, VANS, COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, BIKES
You Name It We Can Fix It!
SPECIAL TYRE
DEAL AVAILABLE
DISCOUNTED
PRICE IF YOU
BUY FOUR
TYRES!!!
Get Your Car Ready For The Cold Weather!
FREE VEHICLE WINTER CHECKS
BEFORE
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
BEFORE AFTER
AFTER
Motoring
PLEASE
VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE....
WWW.SADDLEWORTHMOTORSERVICES.CO.UK
NON FAULT ACCIDENT SPECIALISTS
If you have had an accident that is not your fault,
just phone and we will help.
√ No excess to pay
√ No impact on your no claims bonus
√ A LIKE-FOR-LIKE replacement vehicle
√ Uninsured losses cover
√ 24 hour roadside recovery of your vehicle to
our approved body shop
√ Genuine manufacturer replacement parts
√ Repairs undertaken by fully trained
technicians
√ Manufacturers warranty will remain intact
KNARR MILL, DELPH (A62)
OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK From 8am til late.
Saturday 8am - 4pm
around SADDLEWORTH 65

Motoring
John Rhodes
Motor Engineers Ltd.
M.O.T. TESTING STATION
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
01457 83 3062
All Makes and Models servicing to manufacturers specification,
therefore maintaining warranties and correct service history.
Large fully equipped workshop enabling most repairs to be carried out in-house.
Advanced Diagnostic Service
Using Dealer Level Equipment
& Rolling Road Diagnostics
ASNU Fuel Injection Servicing
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri 8.30 - 5.30
Sat 8.30 - 12.30
Victoria Garage Station Road Mossley
Ashton Under Lyne Lancashire OL5 9HU
around SADDLEWORTH 66 www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Brakes
Clutches
Cam/Timing Belt
Replacement
Steering & Suspension
Tyres
Exhausts
Batteries
Auto Electrical Repairs
On-car Brake Disc Skimming
Light & Heavy Recovery
Wheel Alignment & Suspension
Geometry
We have the latest 3
dimensional
computerised 4 wheel
alignment system -
1. Increase your tyre life
and M.P.G.
2. Excessive uneven tyre
wear?
3. Misaligned Steering
Wheel?
www.johnrhodesmossley.co.uk

Contact
Paula Aicken 07747 065143
Paul Gibson 07817 915686
Station Street Cars
Need a new exhaust?
...Not necessarily. 85% of
exhausts repaired properly
No Job too Small
Station Street, off Wharf St. Dukinfield. SK16 4SE
Tel: 0161 308 3700 07881 614221
Wishing All Our Loyal Customers a Very Safe & Happy New Year!
NOW AVAILABLE - BOOK YOUR SERVICE ONLINE!
Vehicle Repair and Tyres
www.aroundsaddleworth.co.uk
Motoring
Restore alloys offers full wheel refurbishment
at your home or workplace
Complete colour changes
My fully fitted van offers everything you need
to to bring your wheels back to new
Lease car going back? I will beat their prices
For prices please contact Paul on 07961704143
Email: Restorealloysltd@yahoo.co.uk
MOT & VEHICLE SERVICE CENTRE
QUAD BIKE MOT AVAILABLE
Open
6 Days a week:
Monday to Friday
9 until Late
Saturdays from
9 until 12:30 NEW on-line MOT booking service www.mdrautos.co.uk
BOOK ONLINE AND RECEIVE A 10% MOT DISCOUNT
Freephone: 0800 19 73 218 Landline: 01457 83 34 12
Mobile: 07900 353531 MOT Bookings/Fax: 01457 83 34 24 Email: info@mdrautos.co.uk
114b Manchester Road Mossley Ashton-under-Lyne Lancashire OL5 9AY
around SADDLEWORTH 67