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Inside this month: Coronation Gardens fun day pictures, St Bridget’s School extension, Red Cross Ball, Esther McVey, books, Triumph Club, beauty column and gardening

A lot of people are afraid of heights. Not me, I’m afraid of widths.

West CoastIT was great to visit the Coronation Gardens Fair last month to see the progress made. It was previously known as a ‘dog toilet’ but has been tidied up brilliantly by a group of tireless volunteers. During the summer the gardens will be holding a number of ‘Art in the Park’ events to promote local artists’ work. We’ve got pictures from the event on pages 12&13.In this summer edition we’ve also got pictures from the official opening of the extension at St Bridget’s CofE School and the celebration event for MP Esther McVey.As for West Coast, we are taking a break for August but will see you again in September.Have a great summer and please support your local businesses.

Jon White

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Curiosity killed the cat, but for a while I was a suspect.

Youth club successWest Kirby Youth Hub’s official opening took place last month. Initial reaction is that the hub has been popular with young people.The Hub, at West Kirby Youth Club, is open five nights a week initially, including Friday

and Saturday.

Quad bike crackdownWIrral police will be using two quad bikes to patrol the parks and beach in West Kirby to crack down on anti-social behaviour.

Adios, RafaIT’S a fond farewell to one of West Kirby’s most famous residents, rafa Benitez. The former liverpool boss, who has been frequently spotted at local restaurants and signing autographs at schools in the area, is now off to Italy to manage Inter Milan after six years at anfield.

Nathan’s jungle odysseyHIlBre High School student Nathan Kilbride is preparing to join an exhibition to the jungles of Borneo. The 16-year-old, who is in Year 11, was chosen for the expedition after a rigorous selection process with the charity Journey of a lifetime.

Fallen tree blocks traffica FalleN tree caused traffic chaos at the junction of Caldy road and Montgomery Hill, Caldy, last month.

Festival set to returnTHe recent Sunset Music Festival, in Thurstaston attracted nearly 5,000 people.Organisers are pleased with the turn out but stressed that bad weather and a late legal

challenge may have impacted on the attendance.Organiser andy Carr, from Heswall, said he is now planning a repeat festival next year.

Grandfather on the marchWIDOWer Tony Gaskell walked from Scotland to Downing Street last month calling for grandparents to be given the same rights as foster parents. The 70-year-old, from West Kirby, cares for his grandsons, aged 14 and 16.

Dad’s good deedsa FaTHer has raised more than £50,000 for a cancer research unit at alder Hey Children’s Hospital.David Cullen undertook the fund raising effort after his 14-year-old son Matthew was

diagnosed with leukaemia last year. David, who lives in West Kirby, raised the money by chartering a plane to Koln for the Christmas markets and organising a dragon boat race on the Marine lake.The fund raising goes alongside the appeal run by Matthew’s school, Calday Grange Grammar, which aims to raise £3.73m.


Don’t you hate when your hand falls asleep and you know it will be up all night.

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that are personal and will guarantee fantastic memories and experiences, every time. Our customer service is second to none – we have recently won the Best Independent Travel

Agent in the North award, which underlines our commitment to customer care and providing excellent value with each and every holiday we provide.We’re also pleased to announce a new addition to our friendly and personable team here at

Global Luxury Travel. Lisa Mortillaro joins us with immediate effect and has already proved to be a popular addition, especially amongst customers who have taken to her warm, yet professional attitude. She brings to Global Luxury Travel a wealth of travel experience having worked previously for both Seasons in Style and Corniche. A specialist in sourcing cruises, she also has intimate knowledge of Italy and the United States as well as key information about holidaying across the globe.So please drop by and give a warm welcome to Lisa and the rest of us at Global Luxury Travel.

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Icy dip: WIrral charity fund raiser John McGowan is getting ready to take the icy plunge again later this year.John is the organiser of the Wirral

Boxing Day Dip 2010, where brave souls have a swim in the Marine lake in December. This will be the second year of this event, raising funds for the Neston based charity, ‘Northern lights’ Said John: “This year we are looking

to attract over 50 people to take part in running into the water on Boxing Day. “The event will take place this year at

12noon at the “Morrisons end” of the Marine lake. “Participants will be asked to raise a

minimum sponsorship of £50 for the event, alternatively if anyone wishes to turn up on the day and “Dip For Charity” they can do for a fee of Just £20 on the day.”To take part please email John at charity.

[email protected] or call him on 07521 630524 anytime.


I bought some batteries, but they weren’t included.


I bought some powdered water one time but I didn’t know what to add to it.

Diabetes UK Wirral Voluntary Group are part of Diabetes UK which is the largest organisation in the UK working for people with diabetes, funding research , campaigning and helping people and their families live with the condition.in 1950 the Wirral branch of what was then the brit-

ish Diabetic association was set up and began our work for people living with diabetes on the Wirral.During the period 1953 to 2002 the group :-Ran the bDa Home for Diabetics in Parkgate which

has been closed for many years.supported Clinics in:-birkenhead General Hospital; st. Catherine’s Hos-

pital; arrowe Park Hospital; Wirral Hospitals NHs trust – arrowe Park and Clatterbridge; sent donations to London for Research and the

Children’s Fund; arried out fundraising and had direct links with People with Diabetes.the total monies donated between 1981 to 2002

were to hospitals £81867.11 and to Research £41535.For the last eight years. as Diabetes UK Wirral

Voluntary Group, we have continued our work sup-porting hospitals and people living with diabetes and

their families as well as continuing to send annual amounts to research.Our major legacy was spent on

building the Diabetes register room at arrowe Park.

Wirral Voluntary Group Diabetes UK

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Christchurch Church Hall, Moreton10.30am–3pm

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And many more. There will also be healthcare professionals available to talk to on the day. For more information ring Steve on 0151 677 1062 or Karen on 0151 334 3553 Or e mail:- [email protected] The group also meets at Arrowe Park Hospital, Induction Training Room at 8 pm See programme.

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Stalls on: Diet Exercise Healthy Heart Feet Food

And many more. There will also be healthcare professionals available to talk to on the day. For more information ring Steve on 0151 677 1062 or Karen on 0151 334 3553 Or e mail:- [email protected] The group also meets at Arrowe Park Hospital, Induction Training Room at 8 pm See programme.

Saturday 11th September, 2010

Christchurch Church Hall, Moreton

10.30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Everyone Welcome

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Reg. Charity No. 215199 The charity for people with diabetes.

Our group meets monthly and is an opportunity for people living with diabetes to meet and share experiences with others – the meetings take place at Arrowe Park Hospital in the Induction Training Room at 8pm and we often have specialist speakers.

For the rest of the year our programme is:-June/July: - no meetingsAugust 18: - QuizSept 11: - Awareness Day at Christchurch Church Hall, MoretonSept 15: - Prof Bowen JonesOct 20: Dr K Hinchliffe - Research Project ‘How do fat and muscle become insulin resistant’Nov 17: - Julia Rosie - DieticianDec 15: - Christmas meal - You must book your place for the meal - contact any Committee memberJan 26 2011 - AGM 2011 - Looking back over 2010 and forward to 2011


I drive way too fast to worry about cholesterol.


I had to stop driving my car for a while... the tyres got dizzy.

THE bank holiday weather was kind to the organisers of the Coronation Gardens fair.There was a good turnout for the event on Monday

31st May, which was organised by the Friends of Coronation Gardens as part of the National Family Picnic Day.The gardens looked in fantastic condition, which

is a tribute to the Friends group who give their time voluntarily for the cause.One of the organisers, Peter ryan, said: “The

Gardens look picture perfect for big day

Barbara Sinclair and Maureen Wilkins, from the Hoylake and West Kirby Rotary Club

Friends of Coronation Gardens with Brian Larsen, the organiser of Art in the Park.


I have an existential map. It has ‘You are here’ written all over it.

Friends group began in 2003 and we’ve worked hard ever since to improve the condition of the gardens.“It was just known as a ‘dog toilet’ before

but now we are really proud of how it looks and we’ve got more plans to improve it in the future.”There were craft stalls, beat the goalie,

art in the Park, quad bikes and many more stalls.

art in the Park allows local artists to display their creations under the arches in the park. Further art in the Park days have been arranged for Sundays 4th July, 1st august and 5th September. For further information contact Brian larsen on 625 6200.The Friends group have organised garden

tidy dates on Saturdays 3rd July, 7th august, 4th September and 2nd October. New members are always welcome. Please call Peter on 625 5158.

Gardens look picture perfect for big day

West Kirby Lions Club members at the ‘beat the goalie’ stand: Peter Lear attempts to shoot past Terry Maunder, while Dorothy Maunder looks on.

I installed a skylight in my apartment... the people who live above me are furious!

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How many times do we say these words with-out really thinking about the consequences of

what is around the corner? It might be great news – a new baby or even a win on the lottery.

But sometimes, without warning, life throws the unthinkable at us. Many of us will know people who have died young or suffered a life changing illness and we all hope it will never happen to us. A long-term illness or injury can be life changing and the financial consequences can be devastating for our families and us.Survival rates for some serious cancers have im-

proved dramatically over the last 10 years with over 80% female breast cancer sufferers and around 70% of prostate cancer sufferers still alive after 5 years – source: National Statistics Online April 2009 period 2001-2007. However, many of these sufferers would not able to return to work full time.If this were to happen to you, ask yourself the follow-

ing questions.- How long would my finances last?- What will I get from the state?- How long will I get paid at work? Details of staff sickness terms can usually be found

in a staff handbook or contract and you can find out about sick pay entitlement at www.entitledto.co.uk,

www.direct.gov.co.uk will also explain about the state benefit availability and how long it is paid for. These benefits will only provide minimal income sufficient to maintain a basic standard of living, but are unlikely to replace lost salary. Income Protection Insurance (IRP) can provide a

top up to state benefits by providing a regular income on diagnosis of an illness or injury that keeps you off work for a significant period. These plans provide a tax-free income of between 50% and 60% of your income, paid monthly, either until you return to work or retire. Usually plans have a deferred period before the benefit starts to be paid out, which matches the length of time you continue to be paid. For example, if you are entitled to six months’ pay then an IRP policy would start paying out after the six months period is up. It’s important that the right plan is taken out to suit

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You neverknow what’s around the corner

Financial column with Simon Tutton, from the Hadlow Edwards Partnership

How many times do we say these words with-out really thinking about the consequences of

what is around the corner? It might be great news – a new baby or even a win on the lottery.

But sometimes, without warning, life throws the unthinkable at us. Many of us will know people who have died young or suffered a life changing illness and we all hope it will never happen to us. A long-term illness or injury can be life changing and the financial consequences can be devastating for our families and us.Survival rates for some serious cancers have im-

proved dramatically over the last 10 years with over 80% female breast cancer sufferers and around 70% of prostate cancer sufferers still alive after 5 years – source: National Statistics Online April 2009 period 2001-2007. However, many of these sufferers would not able to return to work full time.If this were to happen to you, ask yourself the follow-

ing questions.- How long would my finances last?- What will I get from the state?- How long will I get paid at work? Details of staff sickness terms can usually be found

in a staff handbook or contract and you can find out about sick pay entitlement at www.entitledto.co.uk,

www.direct.gov.co.uk will also explain about the state benefit availability and how long it is paid for. These benefits will only provide minimal income sufficient to maintain a basic standard of living, but are unlikely to replace lost salary. Income Protection Insurance (IRP) can provide a

top up to state benefits by providing a regular income on diagnosis of an illness or injury that keeps you off work for a significant period. These plans provide a tax-free income of between 50% and 60% of your income, paid monthly, either until you return to work or retire. Usually plans have a deferred period before the benefit starts to be paid out, which matches the length of time you continue to be paid. For example, if you are entitled to six months’ pay then an IRP policy would start paying out after the six months period is up. It’s important that the right plan is taken out to suit

your circumstances, as there are different options available in the market. A full review of your needs in this area with a qualified Financial Adviser would be essential to ensure you end up with the correct cover.

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I like to reminisce with people I don’t know.

lOrD Hunt of Wirral, President of abbeyfield, and the last Conservative MP of Wirral West, joined newly elected member of Parliament esther McVey to open the new extension at lear House, West Kirby.lear House is part ofabbeyfield Hoylake

& West Kirby Society, that is affiliated to The abbeyfield Society. Their goal is to respond to the ever changing needs of men and women in our community who are looking for a lifestyle choice which gives them the support and security they need to maintain their independence for as long as possible or for those who require 24-hour care and support. esther and lord Hunt joined residents

to celebrate their new lounge, that was

built using funds from local donations. “The abbeyfield philosophy for

independent living obviously works well as 106-year-old, Mrs Glover and 102-year-old, Mrs Warhurst prove. We sat and chatted about how things had changed over the last 100 years and Selina who’d enjoyed the TV political debates gave me a grilling on the new coalition.” said esther McVey MP Mrs Selina Glover. Mrs Glover will be

102 years old on 30th of this month and Mrs Win Warhurst. Mrs Warhurst is 106 years old (107 at the end of the year), Esther McVey MP and Lord Hunt of Wirral

Esther gets a grillingfrom care home residents


I live on a one-way street that’s also a dead end. I’m not sure how I got there.


I poured spot remover on my dog. Now he’s gone.

the Mayor of Wirral Cllr alan Jennings visited St Bridget’s Cofe Primary School to officially open their extension.The revamped building has space for two new classrooms, a new entrance and offices

which has given the school a fantastic modern look.Previously, the year 5 children had to use two classrooms rented off the church next

door, but now the school can accommodate all the 400 plus children in the main building.Much of the work was carried out last year but the official opening took place on 11th

June when everything was completed.

School unveils new look


I put instant coffee in a microwave oven and almost went back in time.

School unveils new look

Left: The mayor and mayoress of Wirral Cllr Alan and Mrs Catherine Jennings with pupils in the new reception areaAbove: The mayor and mayoress with pupils, governors and head teacher Neil

Le Feuvre outside the new extension


I remember when the candle shop burned down. Everyone stood around singing ‘Happy Birthday.’

ESTHER McVey celebrated her election as the MP for Wirral West with a big thank-you party at the Red Door, West Kirby, last month.Above: Leigh, manager of the Red Door, Esther McVey MP, Cllr Jeff Green,

leader of Wirral Council.

Helpers Glen, Lorraine and Kathy Hodson, the former lady Mayoress of Wirral

Party time for Conservatives


I replaced the headlights in my car with strobe lights, so it looks like I’m the only one moving.

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I saw a bank that said “24 Hour Banking,” but I don’t have that much time.

THIS year’s red Cross Ball will be moving closer to home this year.The showpiece ball takes place on 20th November at Hillbark Hotel in, Frankby. For the past two years, The red Cross Ball has been organised by Caldy resident Ina Schmidt of Diamond events, who was awarded the Branch Certificate of appreciation for her services to the red Cross. alexis Fairclough Senior Fundraiser of the British red Cross, said: “I would like to give

thanks to the following for their continued support and for sponsoring this years event : Contessa Hotels and Hillbark Hotel, Ina Schmidt and Diamond events, Opulence Bridal Wear in West Kirby, View Magazine, Chairstyle, Hallmark Jewellers in Heswall, Tony and Guy in Heswall, Khura Thai restaurant in Heswall, Merilyn Phillips of Heswall and to all local businesses who have contributed to helping the red Cross Ball raise much needed funds to help vulnerable people across the world and around the corner.”Tables seating ten guests are £650 at the 2010 red Cross Ball, and you can

reserve your table to this fabulous event by calling alexis on 0151 702 5061, email [email protected] or visit the web site www.redcross.org.uk/events

New venue for Red Cross ball

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I stayed in a really old hotel last night. They sent me a wake-up letter.


Angela Bartlett is a beauty and holistic expert with 25 years of experience in her field. She is the Chair for the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology, a professional association established over 30 years ago and representing thousands of therapists throughout the UK.

Her expertise is called on to examine students for an international examination board in many areas of the world. Angela is also part of the HABIA forum, helping to make decisions for qualifications and standards in the UK beauty industry.

Angela is a successful column writer for the trade journals Vitality and Salonfocus and has a beauty, holistic and skin care clinic.

Q. Help! I have very puffy skin below my eyes. What can I do to reduce the puffiness?a. This question is asked so frequently that I have decided to give an

extended answer to your question. The solution to puffy eyes will depend very much on the cause of the

puffiness. If you have always had puffy eyes, this may indicate that you are genetically predisposed to having fatty deposits in this area; or, the puffiness could be a result of ageing when the fat pads beneath the skin start to shift altering the eye contour. In both of these instances there is really is no cure other than with surgery. However, if your eyes aren’t usually puffy and you awake to find your

under eye area is swollen, this type of puffiness is related to inflammation. Firstly, you need to apply something to reduce the swelling. Cold compresses are a good, quick and inexpensive solution because cold causes swollen skin to contract. Soak cotton wool pads or a piece of clean cloth in cold (not icy cold) water, or apply a gel-filled eye mask from the refrigerator. Cold cucumber slices are also helpful, but they work

because they are cool, not because they have any magical ingredient. You can also apply used, cooled tea bags, however they need to be the caffeinated type as the caffeine together with the tannins helps to contract the distended skin. Whatever you decide to use, lightly press the cold compress on the puffy areas for several minutes to help the swelling subside. Continual puffing up and then deflating of the delicate

skin around the eyes will eventually lead to eye bags and wrinkling so it’s important to find the cause of the puffiness. If you wear eye makeup ensure that you are removing all

traces every night. avoid using an oily eye makeup remover as this can often cause puffiness. Whilst on the subject of skin care products make sure that

you use a product specifically designed for the delicate eye area and use the product very sparingly. a bead of eye cream about the size of a grain of rice is ample for the eye area. During the daytime it is also important that your eye cream contains a sunscreen to prevent the thin, fragile skin around the eyes from premature wrinkling. Check the ingredient list of your skin care products to ensure that they do not contain fragrance. Throw out any products that contain fragrance. rubbing the eyes can also lead to puffiness and check out

any allergies that you may have from pollens or food with your GP.

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I think God’s going to come down and pull civilization over for speeding.


I think it’s wrong that only one company makes the game Monopoly.


July – hiGh SummErGardEninG by JanET hEaTh

IN July, many of the flowering shrubs are over and colour comes from the perennials in your garden. Cool blues can be found in lavenders

which enjoy hot dry situations and will seed themselves into gravel if you have a gravel path or drive. lavender Hidcote with dark blue flowers is a smaller shrub than the original english lavender which has longer stems of pale blue flowers. Both look good bordering a path or near a seating area where you can brush against the foliage to release the scent. They can die off in hard winters and tend to become sparse with age so expect to replace them after a few years. Once flowering is over, clip the shrub back but do not cut back into wood without green growth. lavenders do not sprout new shoots from leafless wood. Try planting lavender with deep purple sage

plants for contrast in foliage colour and texture. There are some good robust perennials that

flower in July that will come up year after year and require little attention. If you want vibrant magenta colour, try the perennial geranium

ann Folkard. The plant is not very tall and produces stems of flowers with black and magenta pink flowers from summer to autumn. Cut off the stems after flowering and more should be produced in autumn. Plant the geranium with a yellow Hemerocallis

or day lily for a bright and cheerful display of contrasting shapes and colours. Hemerocallis come in a range of large and small varieties with grassy or strap like leaves and tall heads of lily flowers in July. In the vegetable garden, plant out winter leeks

and brassicas such as broccoli and sprouts. Sow lettuce when the weather is cooler, germination of lettuce seeds is poor in high temperatures so wait for a cooler period before sowing seed. Net fruit such as strawberries and blueberries so the birds do not eat the fruit first. raspberries seem to be largely immune probably as the fruit is not so easy for birds to reach.

Janet Heath, Garden MentorTel 01244 318258 www.gardenmentor.co.uk

I was a peripheral visionary. I could see the future, but only way off to the side.


LAST month I mentioned Bob and Peter who, with myself, launched our local classic car club ‘Triumph Appreciation’. This month I want to introduce you to Peter and of course his lovely Triumph TR6.The day I first met Peter I was driving

my youngest boy Mike to go swimming in Chester, we were in our 1968 Tr. In those days my Triumph was still waiting a restoration, which it was very much in need of at that time! Driving along the Chester road about a mile past Gayton roundabout Mike and I heard something falling off the car. Not wanting to spoil the lads excitement concerning his promised treat I said, ‘Don’t worry about that son, we’ll pick it up on our way back.’ Some time later as I trawled along the gutters my attention was drawn to a young man leaning on the gate of a nearby house. On going over to see what he wanted, what should I notice down his driveway? Yes it was the lovely red Tr6 shown above, the year was 1990 and the young

man was Peter Hall. The rest is history, as they say but that day, I did lose a bit from off my car... but I found a great new friend. The picture above was taken this

month. The car is a 1972 model which Peter bought in 1989. These cars have straight 6 cylinder engines of 2498 cc, petrol injection and 150 bhp. They have independent suspension all round and the option of an overdrive to give them a six speed gearbox. Most of us would be content with that. However this one has been to Tr Bitz near Warrington for a few discreet little mod’s to the brakes, suspension and engine and now it goes like the proverbial off a shovel and is music to the ears of any one who loves cars. Twenty years on Peter and I may be looking a little older but this Tr still feels like its in its romper suit. These are sometimes known as the last of the great British sports cars and I think there may just be something in that!Dave evennett. [email protected]

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I was reading the dictionary. I thought it was a poem about everything.


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Restaurant & Bar

Visit www.thebarncheshire.co.uk for more information or to see a sample menu

To make a reservation call 01244 303100 New opening hours:

Wed, Thurs Fri Lunch 12 - 2.30, Dinner 6 - 9.30Saturday closed lunch, open for dinner 6 - 9.30; Sunday open 12 - 6

(Closed Mondays, open Tuesday 12 - 6 for viewing only)The Barn, Chester Road, Bridge Trafford, just five miles from Chester City Centre

The perfect venue, with space to think & peace to focus

We at the Barn pride ourselves on making your dining experience memorable, our ever popular greeter Rodney will give you a warm welcome on Friday and Saturdays. Our head chef Paul Partridge and his experienced kitchen brigade will ensure

whatever you order from our extensive new A La Carte menu will be a culinary delight. James, from the bar, will tend to your beverage needs, offering a wide range of wines, beers and cocktails, while Igor the new manager will ensure your visit to the Barn is everything you’d hoped for - and more.Karen our new wedding co ordinator will be on hand to answer any questions

regarding your wedding day, and The Barn will be open on Tuesdays from 12noon-6pm exclusively for you to view the restaurant for your special events, be it weddings, or private functions, we are able to cater for all your needs.

The Sunday lunch menu is available from 12noon-6pm.Two courses for £15.95 or three courses for £19.95

Wednesday to Saturday, 6-9.30pmDinner is served from our A La Carte menu

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The Barn, Sandfield FarmChester Road, Bridge Trafford

Chester, CH2 4JRTel 01244 303100

www.thebarncheshire.co.uk

Imagine this……a unique 400-year-old converted dairy farm set in open Cheshire countryside overlooking rolling fields.Inside, an impressive, respectful renovation resulting

in a beautiful interior filled with character. We offer informality and relaxation where stunningly chic meets enjoyably comfortable.The Barn Cheshire is the romantic wedding venue

with a difference.To arrange a viewing please call 01244 303100

A perfect setting for the most perfect day

Restaurant & Bar

Visit www.thebarncheshire.co.uk for more information or to see a sample menu

To make a reservation call 01244 303100 New opening hours:

Wed, Thurs Fri Lunch 12 - 2.30, Dinner 6 - 9.30Saturday closed lunch, open for dinner 6 - 9.30; Sunday open 12 - 6

(Closed Mondays, open Tuesday 12 - 6 for viewing only)The Barn, Chester Road, Bridge Trafford, just five miles from Chester City Centre

The perfect venue, with space to think & peace to focus

We at the Barn pride ourselves on making your dining experience memorable, our ever popular greeter Rodney will give you a warm welcome on Friday and Saturdays. Our head chef Paul Partridge and his experienced kitchen brigade will ensure

whatever you order from our extensive new A La Carte menu will be a culinary delight. James, from the bar, will tend to your beverage needs, offering a wide range of wines, beers and cocktails, while Igor the new manager will ensure your visit to the Barn is everything you’d hoped for - and more.Karen our new wedding co ordinator will be on hand to answer any questions

regarding your wedding day, and The Barn will be open on Tuesdays from 12noon-6pm exclusively for you to view the restaurant for your special events, be it weddings, or private functions, we are able to cater for all your needs.

The Sunday lunch menu is available from 12noon-6pm.Two courses for £15.95 or three courses for £19.95

Wednesday to Saturday, 6-9.30pmDinner is served from our A La Carte menu


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Paperback Fiction: The Lacuna - Barbara KingsolverSome of the national reviews have been rather lukewarm about this book, but I

really loved it. The main character, Harrison Shepherd, is a novelist who writes romantic adventures. Born in Washington, by the age of 13 he is living in Mexico with his mother, and her right-wing businessman boyfriend. Shepherd gets a job as a cook with Diego rivera and his artist wife, Frida Kahlo, (real life characters) who take Trotsky into their household when he has to flee russia and hide from Stalin’s hit-men. The assassin eventually arrives, Trotsky is murdered, and the second half of the novel deals with the way Shepherd’s private life is taken to pieces by McCarthyist ‘red’ witch-hunters who suspect him of being a militant Communist. I know many of our customers are big fans of The Poisonwood Bible and I

would dare to suggest this is just as good. Kingsolver has a magic way of looking at history from a new angle and this is a highly satisfying and many-layered novel. Perfect holiday reading and a great one for your Book Club- I hope to do it in ours!

Biography: The Bridge: The Life and Rise of Barack Obama- David RemnickThe rise of Barack Obama is one of the great stories of this

century: a defining moment in american history, and one with truly global resonance. Until now, no journalist or historian has written a book that fully investigates the circumstances and experiences of Obama’s life or explores the ambition and conviction behind his journey to election. The Bridge offers a portrait, at once masterly and fresh, nuanced and unexpected, of the man who was determined to become the first african-american president. This is a big book but an important one for students of american politics and there are moments of small personal detail which prevent it from becoming too dry.

Cooking: Cooking is Fun: Grace Aderonke Adegoke (Local Author)as well as running a successful afro-Caribbean restaurant, local author

Grace has had time to put together this book of mouth-watering dishes using nothing but fresh ingredients. I can vouch for the deliciousness of her recipes as she recently had a tasting session outside linghams- the mixture of smells drifting through the open door into the shop were utterly tantalizing! Her book is beautifully produced with easy to follow instructions and lovely photography. Highly recommended.

BOOK reVIeWS:BOOKS FOR SUmmERBY REBECCA KELLY, MANAGER OF LINGHAM’S BOOKSTORE, WEST KIRBY

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Sunday Bike RidesJoin a friendly group of intermediate cyclists on their weekly Sunday bike ride. They leave about 8.30am from West Kirby, at the junction of Church road and the Prom. The ride lasts 4-5 hours, to destinations such as Delamere Forest, Cheshire plains, Mold and llangollen. For more details tel Graham on 625 2246 or email [email protected]

Sunday 4th JulyHilbre Island Open Day, 10am-2pm. Join the Friends of Hilbre on the main island where they will have the Grade II listed Telegraph Station open and will have telescopes set up to watch the seals. Call 678 5488.Thursday 8th JulyHistory on the Doorstep - Wirral Country Park, from 11am-12.30pm. a walk around the parish of Thurstaston with the countryside rangers, finding out about the history of the area and the Titanic connection. Call 648 4371 Friday 9th JulyBat and Owl Night at royden Park, 9-11pm. listen to the calls of owls and watch bats feed within the woodlands of royden Park, Frankby. Meet at the rangers Office. Call 648 4371 Saturday 17th JulyBig Bugs at Wirral Country Park, 1.30-3.30pm. Join the rangers and members of the WCP recording Group for a slide show about the butterflies & dragonflies of Thurstaston before venturing out across the meadows and ponds to see them for real. Meet at the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre. Call 648 4371 Wednesday 14th JulyCarbon Detectives at Wirral Country Park, 10:30am - 3:30pm. Discover more about the sources of the invisible gas carbon dioxide through a host of fun-filled activities. Visit www.credwirral.org.uk to find out more. Wednesday 28th JulySunset Walk to Hilbre, 6-9:30pm. Cross the sands to discover the Islands’ wildlife and history. a 4 mile walk of 4 hours, ideal for first time visitors. Wellies recommended. Booking essential. Call 648 4371 Saturday 17th JulyNeighbourhood Picnic in Victoria Gardens, West Kirby(more details to follow)Tuesday 4th AugustScavenger Hunt, 1.30pm - 3pm: Discover Nature’s Treasures on this hunt at royden Park. For enquiries please ring: 648 4371/3884

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ChurchesChurch of the resurrection and all Saints, Caldy; St bridget’s ChurchTel 0151 625 5229.www.stbridgetschurch.org.ukriverway Christian Fellowship86 Grange rd.West Kirby.Tel. 0151 605 1872. www.riverway.org.ukSt agnes rC Church16 darmon’s green, WK, 0151 625 6367

St andrew’s Churchgraham Road, West Kirby 632 4728.www.achurchnearyou.comSt. michael and all angels Parish Church,Frankby road, Newton, West Kirby. Tel. 0151 625 8517. www.stmichaelsnewton.org.ukWest Kirby methodist ChurchWestbourne Road, West Kirby. Tel 632 2776

West Kirby united reformed Churchmeols drive, West Kirby. Tel 632 6921

Community Centreshoylake Community Centre, 2 Hoyle Road, Hoylake, CH47 3ag. Tel 632 2889Email: [email protected]: www.hoylakecommunitycentre.org

dentistsSpringfield dental PracticeFrankby Road, West Kirby. Tel 625 6675.

banks house dental Practice143 Banks Road, West Kirby. Tel 625 6829.

healthWest Kirby health Centre The Concourse, grange Road, West Kirby. Tel: 625 9171 www.wkhcwirral.nhs.uk

Sandstone medical Centre161 Banks Road, West Kirby.Tel : 625 6128

www.sandstonemedicalcentre.co.uk arrowe Park hospitalarrowe Park Road, Upton. Tel 678 5111

hoylake Cottage residential homeBirkenhead Road, Hoylake. Tel 632 3381

leisure CentreWest Kirby Concourse, includes 25m pool, sports hall, fitness suite, aerobics studio, function rooms and crèche. Tel 929 7801

PharmaciesWilsons Chemist, 17 The Crescent, West Kirby. Tel: 625 6115Lloyds Pharmacy, 35 grange Road, West Kirby. Tel 625 1034

Police999 Emergency. If you wish to contact merseyside Police regarding any other non emergency issue please Telephone - 709 6010 or visit www.merseyside.police.uk

TouristWest Kirby marine lakeTel 625 2510

Wirral Country ParkThurstaston. Tel 648 4371

vetsacorn veterinary Centre15-17-acacia grove, West Kirby. Tel 625 9916

Wirral Council general Enquiries (Switchboard): 0151 606 2000 or visit www.wirral.gov.uk

Politicslocal CouncillorsCllr david m Elderton(Conservative, West Kirby and Thurstaston)Tel: 632 3195. Email: [email protected]

Cllr Jeff Green(Conservative, West Kirby and Thurstaston)Tel: 648 5913 / mobile: 07766 725 125. Email: [email protected]

Cllr Geoffrey Watt (Con, West Kirby and Thurstaston)Tel: 625 3941. E: [email protected]

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useful numbers and infoSchoolsblack horse hill infant SchoolSaughall massie Road West Kirby, 625 5238, E-mail: [email protected]

black horse hill Junior SchoolSaughall massie Road. West Kirby, 625 8446E-mail: [email protected] Grange Grammar School, grammar School Lane, West Kirby. Tel 625 2727Email: [email protected]

hilbre high School humanities CollegeFrankby Road, West Kirby. Tel 625 5996

West Kirby Primary School & nurseryanglesey Road, West Kirby. Tel 625 5561 or visit www.westkirby-primary.wirral.sch.uk

West Kirby Grammar Schoolgraham Road, West Kirby. Tel 632 3449. visit www.westkirby-grammar.wirral.sch.uk/

St. bridgets SchoolSt. Bridgets Lane, West Kirby. Tel 625 7652. E-mail - [email protected] and SocietiesCaldy Golf ClubLinks Hey Road, Caldy. Tel 625 5660

Caldy Cricket ClubPaton Field, Telegraph Road, Thurstaston. Tel 6258043. E-mail: [email protected]

Calday Grange Swimming Pool TrustTel Jean Robb / Hillary 625 2619

Caldy rugby ClubTel: 0151 625 8043 or visitwww.caldyrugby.co.uk

Girlguiding newton districtRainbows (5+), Brownies (7+), guides (10+), Young Leaders (14+) and adult volunteers (18+). meetings on various nights in term time. e-mail: [email protected], or phone 625 5602

Gymnastics Club(West Kirby). Tel 670 0694 or visit www.westkirbygymnastics.co.uk

hoylake Flower ClubMeet at Melrose Hall, Hoylake on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Doors open 7.15pm. Demonstrations by NaFaS demonstrators. hoylake lawn Tennis ClubEddisbury Road, West Kirby. Tel 632 3491

rotary Club of hoylake & West KirbyTel 625 3484Senior SwimmersOpen to anyone over 50, for “serious “ or light exercise, at Calday grange Swimming Pool every Friday morning Tel. 342 3703

Soroptimist international of hoylake and West Kirby Tel 632 4602

West Kirby Football Clubgreenbank Road, West Kirby. visit www.westkirbyfc.org

West Kirby Sailing ClubSandy Lane, West Kirby. Tel 625 5579 or visit www.wksc.net

West Kirby Wasps Junior FCwww.westkirbywasps.com

West Kirby lions Clubwestkirbyuk.lionwap.org

West Kirby Panthers Junior FCCalday grange grammar School, www.westkirbypanthers.com Tel 625 0116

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