Queensbury-Directory-June-2018

Dear Reader Do you pick up a pen and of paper and coming up doodle when you are on the with our thoughts on paper phone talking to someone. in pictures is fun. Sometimes One of the first things I learnt I’ve doodled on my work to do as a kid was draw. I notepad and sometimes was inspired by my Grandad. they just get shredded for I have vague memories of recycling. seeing him sketch things and When someone says they ON THE COVER started to draw myself. can’t draw, it is often that Photo Competition When I was probably about they don’t want to. Drawing 2nd Place, Audrey Luff’s photo from 11 or 12 years old, I was is fun, and should be enjoyed. last years Summer Photo Competition. saving up my pocket money get a pencil and a bit of Details for this year’s competition can paper and give it a go, it be found on pg21. to buy a How to Draw book series, from the town centre doesn’t have to be perfect. The Queensbury Directory is a sister art shop, buying a book a This month’s issue has a publication of the Thornton Directory. This publication is dedicated to the month. The books were the feature business article from sharing of local community news and starting point of my interest The George III Inn. businesses for Queensbury’s residents. in art. I remember learning We also launch this years We are only able to do this with how to draw seascapes, Summer Photo Competition. the support of local businesses who animals, people, nature advertise with us. Please mention You can read the details for the Queensbury Directory when and vehicles. It was a great this on page 21. responding to adverts. collection of books. I have We also have updates from no idea where these books If you would like to advertise with local organisations QCP, us, please go to page 30 for our are, but one thing I did keep, Queensbury Performing advertising rates. is some old sketchpads with Arts and the Black Dyke some old drawings in. Editor: Neil Bird Mills Heritage Venue. Tel: 01274 447315 I believe that drawing is If you are a local group and Email: [email protected] a great skill to have and have news you would like to Web: www.queensburydirectory.co.uk encourage anyone to pick share with the community, up a pencil and just do it. The we’d love to hear from you. more you do it, the better Your Queensbury Directory is proudly the sketches get. Until next time, printed using vegetable based inks on grab a brew paper sourced from sustainable Starting with a blank sheet certified sources. and enjoy. We are eco-friendly, you can be too, don’t just throw me in the bin, pass me on to a friend.

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Hi Neil, Would be pleased for any advice as to how one Very impressed that Christine(of Thornton) had can contact the police for a response on this the foresight to get those figures about speeding issue. notices. Over 2 months 281 (83%) were issued Philip | Queensbury Resident on that stretch of road, just past the brow of the hill, no built-up area and no school children Editor: Many of us feel the same that the at that spot. Shameful of the police, it’s an easy scheme is just a money-making exercise and and money-making target for them, ticks a lot of has no real impact on road safety. Maybe West boxes, whilst a host of other areas in Bradford Yorkshire Police could provide a genuine must be prominent candidates for this sort of reason why they choose the locations they do. operation. According to The Guardian newspaper the Tell me about any driver in Bradford who has 36 UK forces that responded with data, said not been frustrated and angered after witnessing they had 2,838 cameras, but only had 1,486 some of the worst driving and speeding in the of these actively working. That’s almost half whole country. the static cameras in the country not even in But where are the police cameras, and, indeed, use. However, since this report went out in police cars in those areas when needed? Just Nov’17, it seems more and more yellow boxes one example – Rooley Lane alongside Odsal are now being switched back on, catching stadium is now 30mph, but you can almost complacent drivers out. guarantee that 50% of vehicles are doing over 40, you just have to walk down that road to West Yorkshire crime figures from the past 12 witness the speed, but watch out at the pelican months show vehicle crime decreasing [with crossing, some cars shoot past at red or else a monthly total of 2,279 in Mar’17 to 2,026 in screech to a halt! Mar’18]. Yet violent crime considerably rising I could quote many more instances, but I needed in the past 12months [with a monthly total to get this off my chest as I am a frequent car of 6,951 in Mar’17 and a staggering 8,777 in driver throughout the city, now with dashcam! Mar’18].

4 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 5 Over 15,000 people have taken a ride through the tunnel More than 15,000 people have already enjoyed a virtual cycle ride through the disused railway tunnel under Queensbury. Its current custodians, Highways England’s Historical Railways Estate, soon intends to spend around £3 million of taxpayers’ money filling parts of the structure with concrete as critically, deliver a social and economic uplift to part of an abandonment scheme. However the the area. Queensbury Tunnel Society believes that money Watch their vision video here: bit.ly/QTSVision would be better invested in repairs, converting But without Queensbury Tunnel, a significant the structure into an asset, which could then proportion of the potential benefits will be lost. be used as part of a cycle network connecting We have to save this remarkable and historic Halifax to Bradford and Keighley. structure before concrete suffocates it. This video gives a sense of how the tunnel If you share the Society’s vision for the tunnel, would look if the repair plan developed by the please sign the ePetition at: http://tiny.cc/ Society in 2016 - costed at £2.8 million - was QueensburyTunnel implemented. You can take the virtual ride through by visiting: SEND US YOUR LOCAL NEWS bit.ly/QTS-VRridethru Have you got a local story, picture or video you would like to send us? Heard something significant or unusual where you live. Get in touch and get your story published. News story deadline for our next issue: 15th June 2018.

In another video, the Queensbury Tunnel Society’s vision for the 2020s is expressed as follows. A network of shared paths linking Bradford, Halifax and Keighley, with a rejuvenated Queensbury Tunnel as its centrepiece. These paths would improve connectivity for commuters, tempt tourists to visit the many attractions within easy reach and,

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Royal Wedding Yarn Bomb Local Elections Clayton Village W.I. started their third yarn bomb Conservative Councillor, Robert Hargreaves in February this year. The knitting and crochet joins the team of councillors for our village after group were busy doing the main elements of the recent local elections. Robert was elected the wedding scene with the other members with 1326 votes, a majority of 12%. A total of joining in and making the flowers for the arch. 3424 votes were cast, representing a turnout of 27%. Local WI member Alison Stork said “We have Robert will work alongside Cllr Lynda Cromie had such fun doing this and inspiring one (The Queensbury Ward Independents) and another to get creative and join in! We even got Cllr Andrew Senior (Conservative). a re-tweet from Harry Gration! Who loved it!” If you have any questions or enquiries for The end result had pride of place on our village Robert, the best way to contact him is by email: roundabout to celebrate the royal wedding [email protected] and has received lots of praise from the local Councillor surgeries are open sessions where community. you can get information and advice or enquire about services that the council provides. His first councillor surgery will be at the Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue on Saturday 9th June 2018 at 10am to 12noon.

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In periods of cold weather, huge icicles could form which would be collected in the tender of the first train through on a morning. These could pose something of a hazard to those on the footplate. Engines were sometimes left in the tunnel overnight, generating heat to prevent their formation. During 1933, it became apparent that the ground water percolating into No.3 shaft was causing significant deterioration of the brickwork. The Works Committee decided to strengthen and reline it, inviting 13 contractors to tender. Seven Southern entrance during construction responded - although the documentation was Photo: Forgotten Relics incomplete in most cases - with quotes ranging from £2,600-£3,800; proposed timescales available through steel-plated gates. This were 13-50 weeks. Using materials supplied by arrangement was replaced with a palisade fence the LNER, G A Pillett & Son was engaged to following a programme of repair works in 2012. fulfil the project in January 1934, taking seven months and charging £2,637 for their troubles. The southernmost half-mile is flooded, reaching roof level at the portal as a consequence of the The line’s passenger service was withdrawn falling gradient. This accumulation was prompted on 23rd May 1955. Freight continued until the by the infilling of Strines cutting and the failure following year, ending on 28th May. Lifting of the to provide a drainage outlet. However pumps tracks took place in 1963. have been used to draw off the water when Soon after, a seismological station was access is required for maintenance. established in the tunnel - codenamed QMB - Annual inspections of the tunnel, structure allowing a number of research projects to be number HQU/3D, had ceased due to the developed. In 1973, two Cambridge University condition of the lining and low levels of oxygen. scientists, Dr G King and Mr D Young, used an array of strain meters and seismometers to Limited structural repair work in 2011 allowed compare the effect of elastic inhomogeneities inspections to resume, but there remains a on surface waves from earthquakes and tidal considerable amount of bulging or missing strains. The recording equipment was housed brickwork, particularly at the haunches. A in a hut which members of the university’s major works programme will be undertaken to geophysics department sometimes slept in. address the major defects over the next four years. Access involved driving through the tunnel in a van, dodging the rubble that had been tipped down the shafts when they were capped. The We URGENTLY need your support station closed in November 1979 due to safety To find out the latest news and ways to concerns. The apparatus was resited to Bingley help support the campaign connect with although some metal shelving still survives. us on Facebook. Until recently, the tunnel’s northern entrance facebook.com/queensburytunnel/ had been bricked-up, with maintenance access

10 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 11 Rotary Club of Bradford West The Rotary year ends this month, so President Allison Coates will hand over her chain to Peter Bondarenko. Also our member and past President, Robert Morphet will end his tenure as District Governor for the whole of District 1040 covering most of Yorkshire and part of Lincolnshire containing 103 clubs and over 3,000 members. I have asked Robert to write an article for this magazine on his visits to most of these clubs, the distances travelled and the locations. We will also be organising our annual Golf Day Our club, Bradford West, meets in West on Wednesday 20th June at Northcliffe Golf Bradford Golf Club every Thursday lunch time Course – there are still places for more teams from 12.30pm. or individual golfers ring Ian Kelt 01274 560 638. We aim to have a very varied programme of Our Youth Chairman has organised the “Youth speakers but June is somewhat of a business Speaks” competition (pictured) at The Guide orientated month with only one speaker on Post Hotel on 21st June, anyone can attend this the 14th June, Mrs Patricia Clough formally of free event to see teams of children making a Bingley Little Theatre, who will give us “A few case for assorted topics of their choice. more laughs”. July 23rd to 25th we will be assisting the staff and teachers at Southfield / Grange school at their annual sports day, always a great day out working with children with disabilities.

As I stated in last months’ directory we will be once again holding a BP testing day at Keelham Farm Shop in one of their poly tunnels on Friday 8th June. This is also the British Heart Foundation’s collecting day, so come along and give to this very worthwhile cause.

12 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 Queensbury Performing Arts Queensbury Performing Arts will be performing their play entitled ‘The History of Queensbury’ on Saturday 23rd June at Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue. These characters used to live in Queensbury. Characters such as David Knowles 1792-1875, William Barker 1857-1930, Jack Hodgson, Frank Wade, Bob Murphy, Wilfred Harrison and Anne Guant. Funds raised on the evening will go to the Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue. Also this month we are hosting two taster Ensemble sessions for our upcoming community experience either, just a commitment to regular pantomime ‘Aladdin’ on 10th and 17th June rehearsals. 3.30pm-6pm at Queensbury Conservative If you want to find out more please contact Dave Club. on: 07817 864894 or QPAperformingarts@ You don’t need any singing, dancing or acting outlook.com

Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 13 Queensbury Community Programme Do you have any concerns in Queensbury which you would like to discuss with your local Council Wardens or PCSO’s? Why not come along to the drop in sessions at QCP, The Bank, 36 High Street, Queensbury, BD13 2PA. Thursday 7th June | 1:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday 5th July | 1:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday 2nd August | 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Father’s Day By Wayne Bower

I’ve often heard the question asked... ‘Who is failings and shortcomings, is someone who your idol?’ I’ve been asked myself. Was your welcomes us back with open arms. The Son answer ‘My Dad?’ Our relationships with our of God, Jesus walked with us and taught us fathers are unique. Words conjured up when of this love. The bible is full of stories about we mention ‘Dad’ could be support, strength, love. Not lighthearted ‘rom-com’ stories of guidance. They could even be shame, hatred, love but the kind that really stops you in your fear? Maybe we are trying to be the fathers tracks. The kind of selfless love that makes our own Dads were not. Perhaps we you want to pass it on. struggle to make our Dad’s proud. Perhaps My Dad was no doubt an influence on my you cannot live without that man in your life? life. I learnt much from him but God the Each of us know a different father. Father holds my life in His hands and makes What about ‘Our Father’ in Heaven, God? me want to shout with joy, ‘thank you!’ What words are conjured up when His God bless you all this Father’s Day. name is mentioned? This Father, despite our

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18 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue Summer sees some great acts coming to the Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue. Sat 30th June | 7.30pm - Pete Williams is a founder member of Dexys Midnight Runners, The Bureau and These Tender Virtues and a pivotal part of Dexys recent resurgence. Pete and his incredible band were personally invited as special guests across 32 sold out shows with We are delighted to announce that following The Proclaimers on their 2015 UK tour. Here’s high demand Kiki Dee and Carmelo Luggeri – a rare chance to see Pete perform songs from An Acoustic Journey will be appearing at the both his critically acclaimed albums as well mill on Sun 11th November in addition to the as brand new material from his new album. Saturday show the previous day. Pete will be appearing with his full band who Tickets are now on sale and are available from have rapidly gained a reputation for turning in our website. memorable and blistering live shows. Keep yourself up to date with all that’s going on Tickets are £12 in advance and £14 on the door. at the venue by visiting our website: Sat 7th July | 7.30pm - Miles Gilderdale is www.blackdykemills.org a Grammy nominated artist, composer and performer. Whilst he is probably best known as the co-lead of instrumental contemporary jazz group Acoustic Alchemy, Miles also performs as a solo artist, writes material for solo projects and other artists, is a member of songwriting and production team M-Zen, and also composes for the video game industry. As a player Miles is a winner of Gibson Guitars Jazz Guitarist of the Year award, is an official Paul Reed Smith artist and much sought after session player. For the last few years Miles has been touring the UK and Europe with his very own blues and rock band: The Blueflies. Featuring his extraordinary guitar playing on classic hits and original material (including songs from the bands critically acclaimed recent album “10 Rockets for your Pocket.”) the band have built a reputation over the years as being a guaranteed great night out for both fans of great musicianship and for those who just want dance the night away to a set list of killer tunes. Tickets are £7 advance and £8 on the door.

Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 19 Bradford Camera Club June is now upon us, the month for weddings and the start of the holiday season. I am not for taking on the task of photographing a wedding, We are to visit Haworth on Thursday 7th June it is so scary for if one misses something or with a meal at the Old Hall after some location someone or if the camera doesn’t function picture taking in this fascinating village on our 100%! door step. BCC members are now ‘on holiday’ Did you get to see “The Wedding” of Prince and will re-commence our regular Thursday Harry and Miss Meghan Markle? Did you get evening meetings from 6th September at any pictures? If so, I am sure Neil would love to Cottingley Community Centre when we will hear from you. start our Autumn / Winter programme. We Now holidays are something else and are the have some prestigious evenings planned such as source of most of my better pictures but getting Brian Hemsworth with a selection of prints on “that different image” to use in competitions or 13th September and then our Jo & Mabel Bruce for publicity makes composing a picture that bit Lecture “Wildlife with Jo McIntyre”on Thursday more challenging. I can recommend a visit to 11th October. This is a lecture not to be missed. India for the colours and the people, the picture See our website: bradfordcameraclub.org.uk of “Bathing in the Ganges” by Judy Caunt gained 13 marks out of 15 in the recent YPU annual exhibition and was taken in Varanasi on the holy river.

In contrast, the members of the camera club visited Rodley Nature Reserve on Bank Holiday Monday, a very hot day with few birds making themselves apparent but I saw a buzzard circling overhead and whilst this is not pin sharp, I am fairly pleased with the shot as it shows the colourful plumage of these magnificent birds of prey. 15 members turned up at the reserve and enjoyed some camaraderie at this wild area.

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Pictured: Assisitant Manager, Chaya GEORGETraditional Great British Pub inIII the Heart INN of Queensbury The George III Inn is a very warm and Every week we have lots of entertainment, welcoming pub, which can be found on Chapel with quizzes, karaoke nights and live lounge Street by the old village green in the heart of music nights every Sunday. During the summer the village. we will also be lighting up the BBQ outside on Saturday afternoons so you can enjoy a bite Under new management, Stuart & John and to eat while sitting out and enjoying the good all the team are welcoming customers old and weather. new. You will always be met with a friendly smile, and every effort will be made to make We are looking to start local games league your visit enjoyable and pleasant. teams for darts, dominoes etc, if you’re interested, pop in and speak to Stuart or It’s a traditional Great British pub serving good Chaya. quality beer and free bar snacks. We serve selected guest hand pulled ales, with regularly The George III Inn can also accommodate changing guest ales and ciders, along with our small functions or meetings, such as funeral Gin Bar featuring up to 12 different gins and a receptions or anniversaries, opening the pub range of fine wines. With our discount cards outside our normal hours, for light buffets and and loyalty cards, we always want to give our drinks. Get in touch for details and availability. customers great choice at great value prices. So, for a very good night out, whether it’s just We are a family friendly, dog friendly traditional a quiet social evening or a lively entertaining pub, with home comforts inside and outdoor weekend, The George III Inn in Queensbury is seating for the summer time. the place to be. When you walk in to the pub, you immediately get a sense of its great history from the building and its stone floors. In the 18th Century this Are you a local business? large pub was a three storey grain warehouse. Would you like to share your business story Today, the interior decor is in lovely condition, with our readers? with an open plan bar and open fires, winter If so, we’d love to hear from you. time only of course! We also have a smoking Call Neil on: 01274 447 315 area, with a heated shelter and seating, to the or email: [email protected] rear of the pub.

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QUEENSBURY MUSIC CENTRE BRASS BAND PRESENTS ‘Tea & Tunes’ at Queensbury Baptist Church Sat 16th June 2018 | 3.30pm - 5.30pm An afternoon of good music, good company and lots of tea and cakes! Admission Free (donations welcome). A selection of refreshments will be available to buy. Please note: admission will be on a first come QUEENSBURY FUN DAY first served basis. Queensbury School Sat 30th June | 12-3pm ARMED FORCES DAY - WW1 Come and join us for the Queensbury Life City Park, Bradford Church Fun Day 2018. Great family afternoon Sat 30th June | 11am-4pm out that won’t cost the earth, loads of your Bradford stands together to remember the favourite inflatables and games. courage and bravery of our armed forces at Admission Free. a special drumhead service (11am Cenotaph) followed by WW1 displays, period music and DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL activities in City Park’s temporary gardens. Roberts Park, Saltaire Admission is free. Fri 22nd - Sun 24th June The event promises to be a fun filled family DONKEY DERBY & GALA festival with dragon boat racing on the river Queensbury Scout Group Sun 8th July | Gates open 12noon and landside attractions for all to enjoy Foxhill Park, Queensbury. Bar, Food, Rides, Stalls including children’s entertainment, charity stalls, and more. First Race 1.30pm. Admission £1 catering stands and much, much more. inc programme and race card. (Accompanied www.bradforddragonboatfestival.co.uk children free).

50th ANNIVERSARY GALA HALIFAX CHARITY GALA Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Manor Heath Park Sun 24 June - Sun 1 July Sat 9th June | 11am-4pm EIGHT days of celebration are likely to Why not come along and see our procession produce the most spectacular Gala the snake through the town centre before heading Railway has organised since the opening day to Manor Heath Park for a fun packed day in June 1968. Our 50th Anniversary is a week with entertainment in the arena and many long celebration showcasing all that we’ve local charities bringing their fun ideas to the done as a Railway over the last 50 years. park to raise money. Gates open at 11am. kwvr.co.uk/event/50th-anniversary-gala Tickets £2 in advance or £4 on the gate. More info at: www.halifaxgala.org.uk POPPY APPEAL DAY The New Inn, Thornton AFTERNOON TEA DANCE Sat 30th June | 1pm til eve Every Tuesday | 1pm-3pm You are invited to get out your dancing Poppy Appeal Day annual event returns again shoes and join us for an afternoon tea dance. for another fun filled fundraiser. Featuring live Admission £3 - includes tea and biscuits. music throughout the day, beers and a fantastic At Victoria Hall, Sandbeds, Queensbury. atmosphere. For more info see advert on pg2. For further information call Darrell on: 07833 447 059 or Carol on: 07527 406 713

Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 25 26 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 KEEP MOVING Circuit based exercise for over 55’s. Mondays 10.30-11.30am at Victoria Hall. £2.30 per session. B.e.ep. approved | REPS Level 3 Jenny Finn: 01274 835234 or email: [email protected]

QUEENSBURY WELLBEING CAFÉ Elderly people support group. QUEENSBURY 1940’S DAY Last Friday of every month | 1.30pm - 3.30pm Black Dyke Mills At St Theresa’s Church Hall for older people Sunday 24th June | 11am - 6pm who feel isolated, depressed, forgetful or Live music, street entertainers, stalls and plenty who are affected by dementia. The café offers of nostalgic free entertainment for all the people a chance to make new friends and family. enjoy afternoon tea refreshments in a supportive and caring environment. SWEETS Visitors also enjoy live music, a raffle and talks Bankfield Museum, Boothtown from local organisations about issues such as 16th June - 3rd November care and safety. Transport can be arranged. Email: [email protected] Join us at Bankfield Museum for a celebration or call: 01274 816 748 to find out more. of all things sweet. A new family friendly exhibition for 2018 featuring Calderdale’s LITERARY LINKS: confectionery collections from Mackintosh, THE BRONTES AT SHIBDEN Rowntrees, Riley’s Toffee, Dobsons, Nestle, Shibden Hall Turnwrights Toffee and other popular brands. 3rd March - 31st October See costumes on display in Shibden Hall from BEREAVEMENT GROUP the recent Brontë TV Drama, ‘To Walk Invisible’ Cornerstones Church, Great Horton Road by Sally Wainwright, several scenes of which Wednesdays 2pm - 3.30pm were filmed at the Hall. One to One Counselling or Self Help Group We will also have some original clothing and Session. For more information please call Jean textiles from the Brontë period on display on: 01274 400528 throughout the Hall and links to other literary characters from the region and Shibden’s MOVING FORWARD literary past. Exhibition is included in entry Mental Health Group for Men. price to the Hall. Meet regularly at three locations: Mind Centre (Bradford), Holy Trinity Church THORNTON GALA (Bingley), All Saints Church (Keighley). Sat 21st July | Hill Top Recreation Ground. For more information or if you would like to Local community event for all the family. join us, please contact us on: 07541 602744 ORGAN & SING ALONG QUEENSBURY LIBRARY @ QCP Conservative Club Concert Room Our stock of books is rotated regularly and Tuesday Afternoons | 3.30pm til 7pm we can access via the computer system books We provide an organist and a sing along from other libraries anywhere in Bradford. session every week. People can join in, dance Opening hours: Monday | 9am to 12noon or sing, or just listen and enjoy. Wednesday | 3pm to 6pm The group has been going in Queensbury for Thursday | 2pm to 5pm around 15 years. Saturday | 10am to 1pm. Friendly social group ready to welcome you. All ages welcome | £1 entry

Please mention the Queensbury Directory when responding to adverts 27 Van Avermaet Wins winner Serge Pauwels (Team Dimension Data) Tour De Yorkshire! rounded out the podium, five seconds further adrift. The 2018 Tour de Yorkshire was officially the The bonus points Van Avermaet accrued on biggest and best one yet with 2.6 million fans the line also saw him win the best sprinter lining the route over the four days. classification sponsored by Asda. No less than 900,000 roadside spectators Welcome to Yorkshire Chief Executive Sir witnessed a gripping conclusion on Sunday with Gary Verity said: “I’m so proud of the last four Greg Van Avermaet (BMC Racing) wrapping days. Once again, the crowds were utterly up the overall victory after Stéphane Rossetto unbelievable and it was like being back at the (Cofidis, Solutions Credits) had secured a 2014 Tour de France. Every start and finish was sensational stage win. absolutely rammed and there were so many Rossetto’s ride will go down in Yorkshire folklore high points along the route that I’ll need to take after the Frenchman launched an audacious a few days to let it all sink in.” solo attack with 120km of the brutally tough ‘Yorkshire Terrier’ remaining, and the 31 year old evaded a vastly reduced peloton to seal the biggest stage win of his career and top the best climber classification sponsored by Virgin Trains in the process. Not surprisingly, Rossetto was also awarded the grey most active rider jersey sponsored by Dimension Data.

Greg Van Avernaet 2018 Tour de Yorkshire champion Greg Van Avermaet said: “I’m happy I could achieve the race win because it was certainly not easy today. The fans were amazing, and for the whole four days actually. I remember from the Tour Stage 4 Start - Halifax Piece Hall de France, and when I last raced here in 2015, Van Avermaet sprinted home 37 seconds what it was like, and with this sunny weather behind Rossetto in second place to tie up the even more fans came out. The parcours was race leader’s blue jersey sponsored by Yorkshire fantastic as well with a lot of variation over the Bank Bike Libraries, nine seconds ahead of four stages and this race definitely deserves its Spaniard Eduard Prades Reverter (Euskadi place on the calendar. I hope to come back and Basque Country-Murias). Last year’s race

28 To advertise in the Queensbury Directory or for flyer distribution call Neil on: 01274 447315 Queensbury Bowling Club number of entries. The YWCCC competition had 18 entries played With the games now coming thick and fast we in a Round Robin format with six groups of couldn’t possibly report on all ten teams, so we three. The winning trio were Graham Pearson, are featuring in this issue the best performances Sheila Holdsworth and Terry Keeys (46 points). from the Bradford Half-Holiday League over The runners-up were David Clough, David the past four weeks. Glass and Terry Hall (31points). “A” Team The Co-op Cup attracted a bumper 22 entries, Irene Bulman 21-8 an individual competition run on a handicap Jeff Hargrave 21-9 basis. The Final was contested by two “A” team “B” Team bowlers, with Irene Bulman beating Michael Michael Clare 21-0 Jagger 21-16. It’s just a pity that of the 22 who Sheila Holdsworth 21-8 entered only 7 stayed until the end. Barbara Wardman 21-6 Our Monday morning sessions for learners and “C” Team practice continue to be well supported. Anyone David Glass 21-2 interested in having a go should turn up at Gordon Wilkinson 21-8 10am.You will be most welcome. Neil Wilson 21-9 For more information ring Brian Raistrick on We have already had two of our own 07929 592320 or Gerry Hill 07813 811361. competitions which have both attracted a good

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