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Editor Gary Skentelbery Production Paul Walker Editor’s Comment Advertising THE proposed route for the High Speed Rail (HSR2) will have on our local community if there James Balme undoubtedly have a major impact on the local community is no movement in the route - can Nick White - none more so than at Taylor Business Park, which will be those who are elected to represent Tony Record “sliced in two.” the views of the majority continue to Freephone Local MP Helen Jones and warringtonworldwide website there welcome it for the greater good of the 0800 955 5247 local councillors have pledged to is growing public opinion that HSR2 country? fight Culcheth’s corner during the Editorial should be a none starter. What comes first community or consultation period which ends in 01925 623633 It is a difficult conundrum to country? I’m glad I don’t have to January next year. resolve - on the one hand we are make that choice. Email While there is opposition to told by supporters of HSR2 that it Closer to home in timescale is the [email protected] the planned route because of the will provide huge economic benefits forthcoming annual Victorian Day Websites “devastating effect” it will have on to the country as a whole, while organised by Culcheth Lions and www.culchethlife.com Culcheth - there is no objection to the those opposing it fear it will destroy backed by the local parish council. www.frodshamlife.co.uk concept of HSR2 from the MP and countryside and create even greater It is a vital trading period for many www.lymmlife.co.uk indeed some of those most affected. debt and indeed be a waste of public local small businesses and I would www.warrington- But judging by the feedback money. urge members of the public to get we have been receiving from worldwide.co.uk There will of course be many behind Victorian Day and in the run www.warrington.tv local residents and comments people who think 20 years down the posted on our culchethlife.com/ up to Christmas support your local Address line is a life time away and whatever businesses at every opportunity. New Media Centre the outcome it will have no impact on It has been a tough few years out Old Road Warrington them. there, especially for small retailers WA4 1AT CampbellIt is a difficultCrossley issue but& oneDavis:Layout has - and 1they 17/12/2008need your support13:52 now Page Choral concert to look at the overall impact it will more than ever before. WARRINGTON Musical Society is performing a concert of choral music Culcheth Life is published monthly by Orbit News Ltd. on Saturday, October 12 at 7.30 Financial Problems? pm, at Culcheth Methodist Church on The contents of this magazine Ellesmere Road. Commercial or Personal are fully protected by copyright The programme is John Rutter’s For bespoke solutions contact local specialist and nothing may be reprinted “The Sprig of Thyme”, followed by or reproduced without prior Roger White, MICM permission of the publishers. Brahms’ “Requiem” conducted by their music director Eric Silk. For FREE Initial Advice The publishers are not liable for The soloists will be students from any statement made or opinion Strictly Confidential expressed by third parties in this The Royal Northern College of publication. Music (by kind permission of the principle) and accompanied by Pam 01925 762497 or 07946 820299 Printed by TwentyFourSeven Silk together with a small orchestral Campbell Crossley & Davis ensemble. Tickets are priced at LICENSED INSOLVENCY PRACTITIONERS £7.00 and are available at the door.

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F Brake Saftey Checks F R Tyre Pressure Check & Inflation R E E E Wheel/Alignment Checks E Free Local Collection & Delivery Unit 1D Taylor Business Park, Warrington Road, Risley, WA3 6BL October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 3 MP pledges to fight Culcheth’s corner over HSR2 route WARRINGTON North MP Helen Jones has pledged to fight Culcheth if the proposed route for professionalism and hard work of the Culcheth’s corner if the proposed High Speed rail network HS2 goes ahead. Last year, we saw CADRAG committee that they have route (HSR2) goes through the village, slicing a local business the devastating effect the closure of already had high level meetings park in two. Wilton Lane had on local traders. with representatives of HS2, officers Helen addressed the Culcheth and about the effects on businesses in Under these current plans, all of the from Warrington Borough Council District Rail Action Group (CADRAG) Culcheth if the current proposed route major roads in and out of Culcheth and Helen Jones MP. The formal during a special meeting at the goes ahead. would need to be closed during consultation on the “Initial Preferred Village Club following the start of a Helen (pictured below) said: “I was the construction period. This would Route” of HS2 began recently and public consultation on the proposed delighted to meet with the CADRAG seriously affect the small businesses will run until January 2014. CADRAG route of High Speed Two. committee. The committee is a which play a vital role in providing will be formulating a response in due The CADRAG group are professional, well-organised group jobs for local people, and it seems course and would urge everybody in coordinating the village’s response who are a credit to the village and the Government has given them no our community to respond.” to the “Initial Preferred Route”, which continue to represent Culcheth and consideration.” For more information on how was published earlier this year by Glazebury well. Our meeting was a useful and engaging opportunity Parish councillor Matt Smith, to submit comments to the HS2 HS2 Ltd. who is a member of the CADRAG consultation, or if you want to get The consultation on the route – to discuss and review the case that can be put forward to argue for committee and attended the meeting involved with the CADRAG group, one which has caused widespread added: “It is testament to the email [email protected]. concern throughout Culcheth and greater benefit to Warrington if the Glazebury due to its proximity to HS2 project goes ahead. I was also the Linear Park and the suggested pleased to be able to explain the way “slicing” of Taylor Business Park – in which the Bill progresses through continues until January 2014, during Parliament. which time residents from across “I have also given assurance that I Warrington have the opportunity to will be asking a number of questions submit comments. to Ministers about what consideration Whilst not opposing the HS2 has been given to businesses in project outright, CADRAG are • Professional, approachable, affordable campaigning pro-actively for • Accounts preparation & tax returns for individuals & changes which avoid damaging the village and local businesses. companies During the meeting, Helen • Bookkeeping, payroll & vat explained how the current Paving Bill will progress through Parliament, • Capital gains & inheritance tax planning and went into great detail on the • Business start up advice procedures used in Westminster to review and decide upon the current • First meeting free of charge Bill. She also talked with campaigners about the various arguments that Call Nigel Healey now on 01925 767222 could be put forward to strengthen Warrington’s case. Abacus House, 450 Warrington Road, Culcheth WA3 5QX Helen also committed to tabling a www.hunterhealey.co.uk number of Parliamentary questions 4 www.culchethlife.com October 2013 MP on the ball at opening of new school field A SUPER new sports field has been officially opened at secure the grants they needed for Twiss Green were a real credit to Culcheth’s Twiss Green Primary School. the pitch, which will now be a their school and I hope they will MP Helen Jones performed drainage system, funded with the tremendous community asset for the the opening ceremony – and help of a grant from the Football village. be able to enjoy the new field for immediately afterwards a football Foundation. “During my visit, the children at many years to come.” tournament was held in front of an After the event, Ms Jones said: “It audience of school governors, staff, was a pleasure to visit Twiss Green parents and pupils. Primary School and meet with the A representative of Cheshire FA staff and children there before was also present. officially opening their new school The improvements to the field field. - previously subject to severe “The governing body, and the flooding - were made possible whole school community, have through the installation of a new worked tremendously hard to

Village clock restored THE historic village clock in Mustard Lane, Croft, has been restored by specialist firm Smith of Derby. Newly painted in black and gold, the clock mechanism has also been given its annual service to ensure it remains in fine working order. Croft Parish Council chairman Cllr Les Hoyle said: “The clock is an historic landmark of the village. We are delighted to be preserving this important part of the village’s heritage.” The clock tower was originally part of the village school and was retained when the school was demolished and replaced with a modern building on the other side of the road more than 40 years ago. Helen Jones on the ball at Twiss Green Primary School. October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 5 6 www.culchethlife.com October 2013 Fond farewell to “inspirational” Beryl NEWCURCH Parish Church was packed for the funeral of popular local priest the Rev’d Beryl Smart who has died at the age of 80. Beryl, who was appointed in 2002, served at Newchurch and Christ Church, Croft, appeared on the cover of the very first issue of Culcheth Life magazine following her apppointment. Tributes were paid by her brother- in-law Alan Sparks and current Rector Chris Stafford. Alan said: “Within days of visiting her medical consultant for the last time Beryl started to plan her funeral. Those of us who were of Management was confirmed in being called to take part, including 1983. Before being appointed Head the funeral director, were individually at LGGS, Beryl was Senior Vice interviewed and tasked accordingly. President of the AAM (the Association “She said “you will find all that you of Assistant Mistresses). need in my Study”. She was right, A highlight period for Beryl was of course, but where in her Study when Margaret Thatcher was a was another matter. After 4 days I member of the Cabinet. Beryl had surfaced from the mass of papers, great admiration for “Maggie”, not books, charity biros and the letters particularly for her political views and cards of appreciation for support but for her achievements as the in both good and difficult times!” first female Prime Minister in Britain After graduating in 1955 with a and for her promotion of the role of joint degree in Botany and Zoology, women in high office. Beryl was appointed as an Assistant After ten years as Head at Canon Teacher of Biology at Leigh Girls Slade Beryl was seconded to the Grammar School and lived in Manpower Services Commission Widnes with Mum, Dad and sister as an Advisor with TVEI (Technical Deirdre. She played for the Chester and Vocational Education Initiative) Ladies Hockey Club. It was during working across the North West. this period of her life that she suffered She retired from full time work in a back injury which was to give her education some two years later so much trouble in later life. and soon after committed herself to Travelling to Leigh on a daily basis voluntary work in the church. was impractical by public transport. Beryl was a woman with a lifelong In those days family cars were few mission, not a “women’s liber” but and far between and so her blue one who quietly but firmly promoted Austin A30 was conspicuous on the the role of women in society, in roads of South Lancashire and North education, in management and in the Cheshire. church. Beryl moved up the ladder at LGGS The “Beryl at home” retained through Head of Department, Deputy her interest in sport, particularly Head and in 1973 was appointed football and was especially fond of Head. She was to be the last Head her dogs. During her thirteen month of that school before reorganisation stay in Cheshire Grange, Beryl’s resulted in its closure in 1976. unshakeable faith was experienced Vice Principal of Leigh College by the thoughtful and caring staff who looked after her. was her interim job for twelve months Rev’d Stafford said he first met before she landed the prize of Head Beryl back in the spring of 2003. of Canon Slade School, Bolton. The “I was looking round the parishes first female and first lay person to with a view to coming here. And hold the post, she was tasked with Beryl was a great person to talk to… converting a three form entry Direct and I knew from that first meeting that Grant Grammar School into an eight she would be a good, loyal and hard- form entry Comprehensive. working colleague… and friend. Beryl served on a number of Beryl has a long association with education boards and committees at Newchurch. Back in the late 1980s regional and national level, including early 90s, she was a churchwarden. being a Governor of UMIST. She was Within the church she quickly known for her skills in management, developed into a first rate preacher strategic thinking, counselling and and the potential she had to be a pastoral care. In 1979 Beryl was the good parish priest was clear to all.” first secondary school head to attend Beryl was Ordained as a Deacon a General Management Course in 2001, becoming a Priest the at the Administrative Staff College following year, 2002. in Henley, being one of only three “When I arrived in July 2003, she women, and the youngest participant was a great support – helping me to by far, out of a course roll of 78. find my feet. It’s not always easy to Her Fellowship of the British Institute hand over the reigns when you’ve been in the driving seat. But she was a tremendous support from day one. She always said to me that her job was to support and to protect me as much as she could – and she did just that. “Beryl was a wise, caring, discreet, non-judgemental and intelligent woman. Despite the health issues with her back – she was unflagging in her energy and commitment to whatever she did. An inspiration to Beryl meets Margaret Thatcher us all.” October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 7

Brolly good show - the girls from Hunter Healey who helped out at the beer festival Beer festival success HUNTER Healey were out in force again to support Culcheth Beer Festival. The girls volunteered to serve Director Nigel Healey said: “We behind the bar for the Friday evening will be back next year with the Hunter slot bringing a cheery welcome to the Healey Beer band as well as the event, which was gratefully received cheery bar staff!” by the Rotarians. The event organised by Newton Hunter Healey has a local focus & District Rotary Club helps raise and always likes to support local thousands of pounds for good events. causes.

Survey of traffic speeds SURVEYS of traffic speeds on Twiss Green Lane, Culcheth, are being carried out by Warrington Borough Council. The monitoring follows complaints from householders. Cllr Chris Vobe said: “Over the next few months, the council have committed to assessing the problems with speeding traffic on Twiss Green Lane, a move which I welcome. “This follows a number of requests from residents and local councillors who have reported many examples of excessive speeding in the area. “Speeding traffic can be a serious problem which we need to face up to. These surveys should help to quickly identify the extent of the issue, and allow traffic experts to put forward measures which will help to tackle it.” 8 www.culchethlife.com October 2013

Pre-school’s new home AFTER three-and-a-half years of fundraising, Croft Pre School has moved into their own, purpose-built centre in the grounds of St Lewis’ RC Primary school. To celebrate the achievement they held a fun day and open day for prospective parents to view the new facilities, which include a well- equipped outside play area. Peppa Pig was on hand to join in the fun and there was plenty of activity for the youngsters. The move means the group now have a permanent home, after temporary homes at Croft Memorial Hall, St Lewis’s Parish Hall and within the main building at St Lewis’ School. October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 9 Concerns over waste recycling at farm MORE than 30 concerned residents packed into a meeting of Croft Parish Council to raise their concerns over the recycling of green waste at Diggle Hall Farm in nearby Culcheth. Residents said they were concerned about plans to increase the annual tonnage of green waste being recycled from 35,000 to 40,000 tonnes per year claiming it was already causing smell and traffic problems. They also raised concerns that there were proposals to bring in waste from a wider area. Parish council chairman Cllr Les Hoyle said the parish council would be supportive of residents in their bid to get an open public meeting on the issue, even though the site in question was not within the parish. The meeting heard that environment and enforcement officers were currently monitoring the situation. 10 www.culchethlife.com October 2013 Heart-warming story of Olympic horse owner THE talk “Owning an Olympic Horse” given by Laurie March to members of Croft WI was a heart-warming tale of overcoming adversity to find eventual success. Originally a farmer in Kent, into three-day eventing and a girl Laurie went on to become manager named Louise Lyons was chosen as of numerous large country estates his rider. “Bugs” and Louise proved enjoying an active, outdoor life a formidable team and went on to until he was involved in a serious win many competitions. road accident which left him in a Substantial amounts of money wheelchair. were offered for the horse from But through steely determination buyers who could see his potential, he was back on his feet within six but Laurie wisely declined. “Bugs” months. and Louise carried on winning Life carried on as normal for prizes in events throughout three years until fate struck another Europe. Transporting the horse and cruel blow when he suffered a necessary equipment to these events stroke and was told he would was no mean feat, but again Laurie never walk again. But again did not let his disability impinge in through will power, perseverance any way and told of meetings with and encouragement from his wife many amazing people. Pip, he was eventually back on his feet using a walking frame and Inspirational enjoying the relative freedom of his mobility scooter. The pinnacle of success came Through compensation relating when Louise and “Bugs” were to his road accident, Laurie and chosen to represent Ireland in the Pip were able to attain a lifelong 2008 Olympic Games in China! dream of owning a horse by buying An enthusiastic vote of thanks “Bugs” who was a “bag of bones” was given for a truly inspirational due to neglect, but had kind eyes story. and was cheap! After good food, To celebrate her 90th birthday, care and attention “Bugs” showed past President Joan Farrington, potential in the show ring and an active member of Croft WI for proved quite a character. 50 years, was presented with a He was eventually entered bouquet of flowers. October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 11

New Payroll reporting requirements are proving a real headache for some businesses What’s changed? information, which they hope will From April 6 2013 onwards make it easier to link benefi ts to employers have had to report earnings. Pay As Your Earn (PAYE) income Who does it affect? tax information to HM Revenue & Customs in real time – that’s why this It affects all employers - every time change is sometimes referred to as they pay an employee they will Real Time Information (RTI). have to send details to HMRC, using payroll software to send the Why the change? information electronically. Quite an onerous task when you pay your Scott Sumner Previously employers provided employees weekly! HMRC with this information annually, could fail. If you’re fi nding the new reporting but the system, which was introduced I’m an employer – what do I requirements time consuming then in 1944, wasn’t designed for the sort need to do? talk to Styles and Co about our of complex benefi ts and expenses You must submit the payroll payroll service for a more cost packages that are increasingly information to HMRC on or before effi cient alternative. common. the day you pay your employees For more information, please HMRC says the update to PAYE otherwise you could face a penalty. contact Scott Sumner, Tax Manager, will mean the system is faster and You will need to know the amount on 01925 761600. more accurate, and will make it you paid your employees and any easier to detect fraud and errors and deductions such as Income Tax and Please note the contents of our save hundreds of millions of pounds. National Insurance contributions. article are intended to inform rather It also means that the Government’s Full employee names, dates of birth than advise and you should always new Universal Credit system will be and NI numbers must all be correct take professional advice before supported by up-to-date earnings otherwise your online submission taking action. The Styles Files are provided by Styles & Co, if you would like further information call 01925 761600 www.stylesandco.co.uk 12the Pink www.culchethlife.com October 2013 Bus service changes leave village “virtually cut off” CHANGES to bus services have left villagers at Glazebury virtually “cut off” at certain times of the day, according to two local councillors. Councillors Matt Smith and village! Chris Vobe, both members of “Whilst this creates a great deal Culcheth and Glazebury Parish of inconvenience, the most acutely Council, have expressed dismay affected area is Glazebury, where at the changes. residents are essentially ‘cut off’ They say they are working during the day. We are now asking with bus operators Network Network Warrington to review their Warrington to try and find a plans and have asked that they do solution. not ignore Glazebury.” Changes to the 19 and 28 The two councillors report that services, which run between they have spoken with dozens of Warrington and Leigh, mean residents who are affected by the the previous 15-minute service service changes – and say that the has been reduced to one bus an decision to cut buses has resulted hour running through Glazebury in overcrowded and cramped between 10am -4pm. journeys for some. Cllr Smith said: “This is a very Cllr Vobe added: “We recognise frustrating situation, particularly the severe financial constraints for pensioners and those without that Network Warrington find cars. Whereas people in themselves in. If it is to be their Glazebury would previously have policy that they can no longer been able to catch a bus every afford to fund transport outside 15 minutes, there is now a wait of of the borough – for example, to an hour between services. neighbouring towns like Leigh – “During the daytime, the then they must at least stick to the number 19 bus has been reduced boundaries of Warrington. We are to an hourly service and the 28 encouraging residents who have bus service is turning round when been affected by these changes to it reaches Culcheth. In some let us have their stories.” cases, this means that people The councillors can be contacted are having to catch two buses to by email on matt.smith062@gmail. get to and from the neighbouring com or [email protected]

To get your business on track and in the ‘Pink’ contact James Bryan on 01925 631592 October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 13

Victorian Day 2013 Plans are now under way for Culcheth’s annual Victorian Day, which will take place on Saturday November 30. The Parish Council works in cooperation with the Lions to ensure that this enjoyable day will not only be a success, but that we have a variety of attractions throughout the centre of the village to encourage people to join in the celebrations and support our local traders. As people will know, Victorian Day traditionally marks the beginning of the Christmas festivities. This year will be no different, and the “switch on” of the Christmas lights will take place during the afternoon. Parish Councillor Mike Vobe is chairing a joint committee comprising members of the Parish Council, the Lions, and a representative from the business community who are working collectively to fi nalise plans. As we did with Community Day earlier this year, the Parish Council is keen to ensure that this popular event remains both successful and inviting to all members of our community. This year we are hoping to introduce a number of competitions which will take place on the run up to Victorian Day for schools and local young people to get involved with. More details on these will be circulated very soon.

Changes to bus services in Culcheth and Glazebury Many residents are rightly angry at the recent changes to the Number 19 and 28 bus services which operate through the villages. These buses are run by an independent company called Network Warrington, and sadly local councillors can’t instruct or obligate them to undo their changes! However, we are not at all satisfi ed with their unannounced reductions in services, or the way in which they have been implemented. Your Parish Councillors have made very strong representations to the Chief Executive of Network Warrington to make certain that residents’ views are known. We will be requesting a follow up meeting in due course to discuss the problems that these changes have generated, and the inconvenience being caused to residents. We are committed to persevering with this issue and working towards the best outcome possible, particularly for people in Glazebury who are most affected. The former M&S Discount Store site, Warrington Road Earlier this month, the Parish Council received a presentation from a developer who intends to submit a planning application to construct 14 properties on the site of the former M&S Discount Store on Warrington Road. There can be no doubt that this site is in urgent need of restoration to stop it becoming dilapidated and spoiling the scenic environment that our community offers. However, as with any planning application, your Parish Council will be studying the plans carefully before we submit our remarks to the council committee who will make the fi nal decision. We would particularly welcome the views of residents in Glazebury and Mee Brow who live near to the site, and in particular any comments they have about the proposed development – for example, whether or not you are in favour of the development, and what kind of housing you would wish to see built there if the application went ahead. Anyone who has not already seen the plans can request a copy from their Parish Councillor. Extra litter patrols on Jackson Avenue The Parish Council has commissioned additional litter patrols on the Jackson Avenue car park. As part of our commitment to tackle litter and improve street cleaning in the village, we are delighted that the car park opposite the shops will now benefi t from extra litter picking. Residents reported to Cllr Matt Smith the problems with litter in the hedgerows around the car park, so this new programme of work should help to redress that swiftly. Parking problems The Parish Council has recently been discussing ongoing parking problems with residents in a number of areas throughout Culcheth and Glazebury. We have committed to ensuring that this issue is a priority for us over the coming year. Since our last update, we have secured a commitment from Warrington Borough Council that traffi c surveys will be conducted in areas like Heswall Avenue, Burton Close and other parts of Culcheth to gauge the extent of the problems. Whilst we realise that parking congestion is not an issue that can be solved overnight, it is a growing problem which we are striving to combat. That is why it was important to us that the council commissioned these surveys as soon as possible, so that we can work with local residents to tackle the worst-affected areas. 14 www.culchethlife.com October 2013 We are the champions! THE Culcheth-based Leigh Golf Club’s Lady Vets team were It was nail biting to the end with told the team that I had written my crowned District Champions at Gathurst Golf Club, Wigan. everything hinging on a good winners’ speech as a motivational The competition took place in Members of the team were June score from Chris Johnson and she strategy, but the girls took me tough weather conditions, but the Rowland, Pat Twist,Pat Evans, Chris came in, drenched but smiling. literally and made sure that I had team dug in to post the best scores, Johnson, Patsy Wilcock and Kath Kath Birchall also won Best Nett to use it. supported by their caddies. Birchall. prize as the Leigh ladies swept the “Leigh Golf Club has had a board. phenomenal year and I am so Captain Janina Travers said: proud of them all. A fabulous team Ilias is a junior champ “We are absolutely delighted. I had effort from a fabulous team.” A SEVEN-year-old boy from Glazebury has been crowned Cheshire Under Eights Tennis Champion, after competing in the finals at Warrington’s Birchwood Tennis Centre. Ilias Hirani Worthington, a pupil at Croft Primary School, is following in the footsteps of his father, Robert Worthington, a professional tennis coach in Manchester and former professional player. Ilias is coached by his father and various coaches at the Birchwood Tennis Centre. He plays in competitions all over the North West, including the Northern Lawn Tennis Club at Didsbury and at Bolton Arena Performance Centre. Players wanted CULCHETH Athletic FC under 11s is looking to recruit new players this season and would like to hear from youngsters in Culcheth and Croft who would be interested in joining the team or just coming to training to have fun, get fit and just see what being part of the team is like. All standards are welcome but the team need a minimum of 9 players per game plus subs - so there should be opportunities for all to get involved. For more details contact Julia Rathbone on 07785 708 013. The team celebrate their victory. October 2013 www.culchethlife.com 15 CLASSIFIED FREEPHONE 0800 955 5247 to advertise

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