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Houses Hill, Wellhouse & Lascelles HallISSUE 22

AUTUMN 2018

After over twenty five years as postmasters at Kirkheaton Post Office on St Mary’s Lane, Lynn and Michael Whitehouse are preparing to stick their last stamps, weigh their last parcels, close the PO and retire.

Fortunately, Kirkheaton is not losing its PO. If all goes to plan it will relocate to the newsagents at the corner of Shop Lane and Town Road in the near future. However, this has caused some concern among residents as parking and pedestrian access are serious issues in the area. But on the plus side it will have two open counters and will be open for longer hours six and half days a week. Various other venues were considered but have had to be discounted for varying reasons.Michael became postmaster in April 1998 after a career as a mining surveyor. He commented “ When Margaret Thatcher closed down all the pits, my job disappeared, so I did what I always fancied doing - run a PO - which I’ve really enjoyed.”During his 25 years at the job he has seen many changes. “Business has changed. At one time there were OAP’s queuing out of the door to collect their money on pension days. All that has gone now as pensions are paid directly into bank accounts.

The government has also moved many of its services online so many people no longer renew their car tax or buy their TV licences etc at the PO. Now much of his custom comes from people trading on Ebay and, with the demise of local branch offices, bank customers increasingly use the PO for their banking services.Michael and Lynn are moving to sunny Blackpool but hope to spend much of their time at their apartment in Portugal. They have supported many community initiatives over the years and will be greatly missed. We wish them well in their retirement.

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Sad loss of Dr George Redmonds – local historian On 10 August, aged 82, George Redmonds sadly passed away after a short illness. He was an internationally recognised historian, specialising in the origin of surnames and place names.He was awarded a PhD at Leicester University in 1970 for his research into surnames of the West Riding, and in 1973 his work was published as the first volume of the English Surnames series.A resident of Lepton, near Huddersfield, he gave up his job as a senior lecturer at the town’s Polytechnic to become a freelance historian in 1974, earning a living through his local history publications. His local history talks have been enjoyed by many people in Kirkheaton who were impressed by his depth of knowledge of the area and his ability to speak without notes.

Fancy Volunteering?Kirkheaton Community Centre has many volunteering job opportunities eg working in the coffee shop, baking for it, help organising events, gardening, marketing, ‘DIYing’, decorating, and in the library. We have a good group of people who enjoy volunteering and work well together. Call into the Community Centre on library/coffee shop days to find out more or call Trish on 07858 223854.

Club celebrates 30 yearswith a Walk-a-thon

Kirkheaton Youth Football Club celebrate their 30th year in 2018 and to mark the occasion they organised a sponsored walk and a family fun day event as well as their now annual tournament.Nine teams including players, parents and coaches from the Under 6’s to the Under 17’s took part on a very hot Sunday morning in July. Over 50 walkers set off from various locations including Ossett, Horbury, Cumberworth, Scissett, Holmfirth, Hepworth, Northowram, Greetland and Meltham. The challenge was to be the first team back to the football ground, with each age group covering nearly 10 miles. Along each route teams also had specific challenges and tasks to complete, including group selfies at specific landmarks, answering local knowledge questions, and a favourite of each team - a drink at a local pub! On returning to their football ground at Bankfield Lane they were met by supporters to enjoy an afternoon of entertainment together with a well-earned drink and BBQ.The walk raised a massive £3500 in sponsorship and KFC would like to thank everyone who sponsored the walkers, the volunteers who helped organise the event, everyone who helped on the day, and everyone who attended. They also hosted their 4th Annual Football Gala in September. Thirty teams attended from all over West Yorkshire. Thanks to their support and all the hard work of the volunteers the club raised around £2,500. Kirkheaton had a number of teams in all age groups with the U10’s as trophy winners in their league. The £6000 raised from these two events will go towards plans to build a permanent club house and equipment for Kirkheaton Youth Football.

If you would like to know more about the club and how you and your children can get involved email: richardlake96@yahoo.co.uk All new players welcome.

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FRANK PEXTONDRAPER AND OUTFITTER

The front of this property in Shop Lane has probably changed little in the last 100 years. Originally the ground floor was a linen drapery shop owned by Edward Pexton and later his son Frank. An advert of 1937 stated that the business was founded in 1834; this would have been by Frank’s great grandfather John Stocks who died in 1882. The business passed to his daughter Martha, the wife of Joseph Pexton (blacksmith). Edward Pexton was the son of Joseph and Martha.In later years Frank had a single storey shop built to the left of the drapery business whilst he continued his tailoring business on the upper floor of the shop pictured below. Following Frank’s retirement, Doreen Shelton continued a drapery and knitting wool business in the small shop followed by Trish Mellor when it was called Stitches. Today it is owned by Aspect hairdressers.A 1953 photograph shows a single storey house on the left hand side of the building below. This was later demolished by Douglas Cooper when he modified the side of the property to form a butcher’s shop, the front of which is still evident today. Successful for a number of years, it finally closed along with all the village butchers.If anyone has further information or memories we would like to hear from you.

John Taylor Kirkheaton History Group

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Fashion showIn September a band of YT’s cafe volunteers got together and organised a fashion show (all proceeds givento the Community Centre) The event was a great success – and due to the presence of a licensed bar, lasted long into the evening! A grand total of £446 was raised. A big thank you goes to the group for organising their first event with such enthusiasm and verve and to the brave models who strutted their stuff with such great aplomb!

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Further refurbishments at CCRecently the remaining 22 metal framed windows in the Community Centre (CC) were replaced by Heritage Grey PVC ones - Thanks go to Suez and Bradley Waste Management for their financial support.We also have to thank Kirkburton Parish Council and Huddersfield Common Good Trust for their financial help which has enabled us to remove the old school toilets and refurbish them as a small meeting room and a much needed storage room.In addition the small community room has been smartened up by a new carpet.

Kirkheaton Matters – new Facebook group for allNigel Harnell, who created the group writes:-‘As a lot of you are aware there is a new group on Facebook called Kirkheaton Matters - which has already reunited a few lost pets, gained business for business owners in Kirkheaton and just recently got a misplaced birthday card to a lady called Mavis. As I moved from Mirfield to this lovely village I looked on Facebook thinking there would be a group for the area. It didn’t, so I decided to start one and it already has over 600 members. All in all it’s a great idea to bring the community together and is a kind of a neighbourhood watch in this digital age. Let hope for its continuing success’.

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What does the Dalton ward mean to you?Question: People representing groups in the Dalton Ward meet every few months but often don’t know each other. How could we change things?Answer: Get them together for a ‘Getting to Know You’ weekend.

With the help of Northern College [also known as Wentworth Castle, Barnsley], who hosted the weekend away, a good mix of eighteen adults consisting of volunteers, paid workers, Councillors and 6 children, recently enjoyed meeting up with other people from the ward. Lorna Idle from Kirkheaton writes:“This gave us the opportunity and time to find out more about each other, what we did in our communities and enabled us to investigate how we could work together to make the Dalton Ward (of which Kirkheaton is a part) a better place to live and work for ourselves and our families. Thanks to the children’s centre on site, parents were able to fully participate in these discussions which covered: safety, funding, resources – both buildings and people - and plans for our future.People enjoyed it so much there was talk of making it an annual event – but who knows – Watch this space!”

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A plea from a local Community First Responder working at night with Yorkshire Ambulance Service:

“Can I please ask a question you may not even think about... DO YOU HAVE A HOUSE NUMBER ON YOUR HOUSE? CAN IT BE SEEN CLEARLY FROM THE ROAD SIDE? Please, please think about this! Valuable minutes can be lost by us and the ambulance service on just trying to find your house!”

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NCS Teamwork Works!

The National Citizen Service (NCS) is an once-in-a-lifetime rite of passage for 15-17 year olds that builds skills and confidence to prepare them for success in work and in life. After team building and a Residential the Students go into the community to deliver a social action project. Team Kool came to Kirkheaton Community Centre ready for action!Monday 20 August: The 11 students and their Leaders Kurt and Rachel came to hear for the first time what their challenge would be. Their brief, decided by the Trustees of Yetton Together, was to put on a Charity Auction on Friday 31 August. Taking into consideration the weekend, the Bank Holiday and a day when they all went to College for their Exam results – there was just 6 days to pull it off.Even though the Auction was poorly attended and there were a few minor things which didn’t go to plan, it resulted in the event being much

more fun – each item being brought to the bidders with flair and artistic impressions by the students. What a great team they made! It was wonderful to see the bond they had built up between them and thanks must also go to Kurt and Rachel for their part in directing these young adults. We were pleasantly surprised when they did eight other challenges beside the auction: two cake bakes, a midnight walk, a Fun Day, tombola at the Lego club, bingo and two students even did a sponsored bike ride to Manchester. Brilliant!A fantastic amount of £984 was raised which will go towards the upkeep of the Community Centre and supporting groups that use our Centre.The students commented “NCS has been shockingly amazing and working with Yetton Together has brought us closer as a team”.Thanks go to the Volunteers who helped with the project and for all your donations towards the Auction.

Thirty Years On – Crowther Cup memories!A stalwart supporter writes: On a gloriously hot day, 5th August 1988 I was persuaded, along with other loyal families and friends, to go along to Ossett Cricket Club to support Kirkheaton 2nd team play Liversedge in the Crowther Cup final. We were armed with seats, picnics and one sun hat between four of us.The Kirkheaton team arrived, looking like professionals in suits and ties whilst Liversedge turned up in casual dress. Were Kirkheaton out to impress or demoralise??Liversedge opted to bat first and Kirkheaton had a difficult start when our opening fast bowler, Mark Carroll slid several yards when delivering his first bowl and was taken off after completing the first over – shaken but not stirred. Mark was later brought back on, scored 31 not out and was voted ‘Man of the Match.’This was a low scoring game. Opening batsman Gareth Morris was out for 45 at a crucial point. Liversedge were in a strong position at 74 – 0 when Stuart Sykes took a magnificent caught and bowled which changed the pace of the game.The sun streamed down, the crowd were frazzled and the heat and energy on the pitch was reaching boiling point.Glenn Roberts, then aged 14 years scored 14 and 3 for 49. The game had reached knife edge when Charlie Wilkinson hit a 6 on the last bowl of the match and the game was ours. Players and supporters returned to Kirkheaton victorious to celebrate into the night.Exactly thirty years later, 5th August 2018, the team were reunited at Kirkheaton CC to relive and reminisce the glory days. After 7 hours drinking and talking they probably went home today as weary as they did 30 years ago. A good time was had by all.

1988 Team:L to R back row: Alan Stephenson, John Broached, Ian Wood, Neil Parkin, Dave Parry, Gareth Morris, Mark Carroll.L to R front row: Matthew Brook (scorer), Stuart Sykes, Glenn Roberts, Anthony Slack [Capt], Charlie Wilkinson, Mick Calvert.

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A ‘Dementia Friendly Community’ is a town or village where people affected by dementia are understood, respected and supported. They are vital in helping people to live well with dementia and remain part of their community. So we are taking steps to offer training and information for Kirkheaton to become a dementia friendly community where people with dementia feel active, engaged and valued.Anyone is welcome to share their thoughts, wishes and suggestions on helping in this task. We will shortly be putting a suggestion box in Kirkheaton Community Centre or you can email us at kirkheatonvillage@gmail.com. These views will help us develop a plan of what we need to do.We already intend to run at least one hour long ‘Dementia Friends’ awareness session at the Community Centre, where you can become a ‘Dementia Friend’. This

will be followed by refreshments where there will be an opportunity to connect with other people affected by dementia. We hope that this will help us keep the needs of people affected by dementia at the heart of what we do. Watch out for information at the Community Centre, post on social media and the Yetton Together website. If you would like to attend the ‘Dementia Friends’ awareness, please let us know asap as we’d really like to get going.For more information, contact Jean Broscombe on 07982 233460 or Bev Burns on 07708 999 728.

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CAN KIRKHEATON BECOME A ‘DEMENTIA FRIENDLY COMMUNITY’?

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Kirkheaton Future updateSteve Booth Chair of KF writes:Kirkheaton Future continues to act on your behalf to develop the Neighbourhood Plan for the village.We are busy with the task of writing the policies that will form the bulk of the plan. These are taking a bit more time than we thought as our initial timing plan has proven to be a tad ambitious. We have submitted an application for funding so that we can produce the plan in a brochure format for distribution around the village. We also need some of this funding to organise a referendum so that everyone in the village will have a chance to comment on the plan before its final submission to Kirklees. Representatives of KF attended the recent public review of the larger plan that Kirklees have developed; the result of this review is eagerly anticipated and we expect that some of our comments and suggestions will have been taken into account.We hope that by the next magazine we will be able to report that the plan is nearing completion and ready for initial review. In the meantime if anyone has any question about the work of KF or the plan itself then please contact me at steve49@live.com

We would like to invite all local groups and businesses to take part in the sixth Christmas Tree Festival at the Parish Church, Kirkheaton.

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artificial or real, small or tall - anything you like. A warm weekend with music, children’s activities & food.

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The flu season will shortly be upon us and we will be ordering enough flu injections for patients over 65, all the at risk’ groups and pregnant ladies. Ring the surgery in early October to book your appointment.We are pleased to welcome from October a new Nurse Practitioner, Tracy Sharp and a new Practice Nurse, Jean North. Both bring a wealth of experience with them. A reminder that you can register on-line at the Practice to make an appointment and order a prescription. Please collect a form from reception

or visit: http://www.lepton-kirkheatonsurgeries.nhs.uk/We are offering evening appointments at the Lepton Surgery for patients who find it difficult to attend during normal surgery hours. These are on Tuesdays from 6.30pm until 8.00pm and are available to patients registered at either Lepton or Kirkheaton SurgeriesThe next surgery closure for Practice Protected Time (PPT) is: Tuesday 20th November 2018. The Practice will close at 1.00pm, but in an emergency please ring the usual surgery number or 111.

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Cruising – Yorkshire style! In early September members of Kirkheaton Chair Exercise group* enjoyed a half day on the Canal, courtesy of the Anchor Trust. A two hour cruise took them along the picturesque canal from Shepley Marina towards Battyeford. A picnic and drinks completed this relaxing and enjoyable excursion.

*The Chair Exercise Group (for people who may find difficulty going to a traditional gym) meet every Wednesday at the Community Centre 2 - 3.30pm. £3. All ages and abilities welcome.

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Library chatterFollowing the Library Consultation earlier this year, Kirklees now acknowledges how important local libraries are to communities and that they are not just about books.We know Kirkheaton is vulnerable as it is the smallest library in Kirklees but now it is expected that a strong case can be made for retaining it as there will be a local plan for each area to reflect their differing needs.

Cllr Graham Turner, Cabinet Member with responsibility for libraries, said:“We know that libraries are more than books and buildings; they are also friends, technology, learning and community and it is with that in mind that we will move forward in developing local plans for each area.”The council also agreed to look into the feasibility of axing book fines.

Friends of Kirkheaton Library [FOKL] are organising two exciting activities this November:Friday 2nd November 4-30 to 6-00pmBat Hunt! Explore the local area and hunt for bats with our special detectors that capture bat sounds. The walk will finish with a spine-chilling story outdoors. Bring a torch and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Ages 5+Saturday 24th November10.30 – 12.30. Come along to Kirkheaton Library to celebrate Dr Who Day. Dress up as The Doctor and come and design your very own Tardis.Prize for the best dressed Doctor.

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Yetton Together Environment GroupThis group has just re-formed, and we are discussing some exciting projects for the future.We want to • make sure all the footpaths are usable all year round ‘by instigating a programme of clearing and resurfacing them, and by repairing walls and stiles,• develop a cycle network around the village linking with the Greenway,• protect and enhance our green spaces, becks and their banks.To help us prioritise the projects we first need to review what we already have!Which areas do you use and value most, either for walking, playing, riding or just enjoying the view?What wildlife have you seen recently?Are there any problems you would like us to know about?Next spring we will hold a bio-blitz. This is 24 hours when we record everything that moves or grows. You are welcome to join us and if you can help with identifying bugs, beasts or plants or just want to come along and support us we would love you to get involved.Email clare@clarewalters.co.uk

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MondayArt Class, Community Centre 1.30 – 4pm £6. £5 Contact Brian Mobile 07905691448 or 01484307390Add Multi Sports Club for 7 -11 years 4.30 -6pm United Church FREE [Term time only] Contact Eric 0795757118610 -14 years Drama Group 5.15 – 6.15 pm Contact Lou 07702 320788 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions, Community Centre, 7.30 – 9pm. Call Tim on 07837 128611TuesdayHatha Yoga, Community Centre 1.30 - 2.30pm £5. Call Michael Sharp 01924 510360Tai Chi, Community Centre, 3 -4pm. Call Nicola 07742 528052Pilots, United Church 6.30 – 8.30pm, 7+ years old. Come along and join inWednesdayCoffee Plus (term time only – toys, activities for children and coffee & chat for their parents/carers), Kirkheaton Parish Centre, from 9amChair Exercise (for people who may find difficulty going to a traditional gym - all ages and abilities welcome), Community Centre, 2 - 3.30pm. £3. Call Lorna 07905 073982Tai Chi, Community Centre, 7 - 8pm. Call Nicola 07742 528052Senior Citizens Club (over 55s) United Church 7.15pm for entertainment, talks etc. £2.50. Call David Lock 01484 302768ThursdayYetty’s Coffee Shop, Community Centre (Fresh Coffee and Homemade Cakes) 2.30 – 4.30pm Knit & Natter, Community Centre, 2-4pm just come along and join in‘The Health Walk’ (~1 hour) meet at the Parish Centre Car Park at 2pm followed by tea & cake in the church until 4pmT@2, Kirkheaton Parish Church 2pm - a hot drink and a piece of home made cakeLocal & Family History Group, Community Centre 6 -7pm. Call Roger on 07837 412070

FridayYetty’s Coffee Shop, Community Centre (Fresh Coffee and Homemade Cakes) 3.00 – 4.30pm Children’s Story Time, Under 5’s 2.30pm Library (Term time only) Lego Club, Community Centre, 3.30- 4.30pmKrash Kids (activities and fun, term time only), 5-11 yr olds, Kirkheaton Parish Centre, from 6.30pm. Call Claire on 01484 531449 for more infoReGen - (fun & activities for secondary aged children, term time only), Kirkheaton Parish Church, from 7.45pm. Call 01484 531449 for more infoSaturday Yetty’s Coffee Shop, Community Centre (Fresh Coffee and Homemade Cakes) 10.30am – 12.30pmCreative Crafts, Community Centre, 10.30 - 12.30 learning and sharing crafting skills. Contact Trish 07858 223854

1st Tuesday Flower Arranging, Community Centre, 7pm £6. Call Diane on 07946 4002401st Thursday Young at Heart (activities & discussion), Parish Centre from 1.30pm. Call Claire on 01484 531449 if you need a lift1st Thursday Firm Roots, A group for anyone effected by cancer, including family and friends, professionals etc Community Centre 6.30 - 8 pm. Everyone welcome. Contact helen.jones@firmroots.co.uk 2nd Tuesday Yetton Hub Monthly Speaker, Community Centre, 7.30pm, just turn up, £2.50 on the door. Call Bev 07708 9997282nd Wednesday Mother’s Union (with guest speaker), Parish Centre at 2pm. Call Jan Miller on 01484 322441 for more info3rd Thursday Lunch Club (home cooked meal), Parish Centre at 12.30pm. Call Claire on 01484 531449 for more info3rd Thursday Young at Heart Club (home cooked meal), Parish Centre from 10.30pm £4. Afternoon session 1.30 pm £2 includes light refreshments. Call Claire on 01484 531449 for more information4th Thursday Yetton Together Forum meeting & 200 Club draw, Community Centre, 7.30pm Community Centre3rd Saturday Bible Breakfast Club (for families) – toast and cereals followed by a shared story and crafts, Kirkheaton Parish Church, 9.30-10.30Last Monday Kirkheaton Bookworms – reading group in Library. Contact Judith 01484 302198Last Thursday History Group talk, Community Centre, 7.30pm, £2.50 pay at door

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Thursday 1st Kirkwood Hospice Support Group ‘Beetle Drive’ at United Church 1.30pm – 3.30pm. £1Friday 2nd Library Children’s Event (5+), Bat Hunt in local area with bat detectors and chilling story 4-30 pm to 6-00pm (bring a torch & wear weather appropriate clothing)Saturday 3rd Annual Bonfire Parish Centre. Tickets Adults £4 Children £2 Under 5’s free. Contact Claire 01484 531449Saturday 10th United Church Christmas Fair - 10am - 2pmSaturday 10th “The Eve of Peace” A concert of Remembrance of WW1 1914 -18 with Gledholt Male Voice Choir 7pm Parish Church Tickets £7 Ring 01484 531449Tuesday 13th Yetton Hub Speaker Evening. ‘White Knights’ Blood Couriers, 7.30pm at Community Centre, £2.50, pay on the door (includes light refreshments)Saturday 24th Library Event, Dress up as Dr Who and design your very own Tardis. Prize for the best dressed Doctor. 10.30am – 12.30pmSaturday 24th – Kirkwood Hospice Support Group Christmas Fayre - United Church 2- 4pm. £1 entryThursday 29th History Group Talk ‘Tales from our Local Graveyard’ Richard Horton, 7.30pm at Community Centre. £2.50 on the door

Saturday 1st Band Concert at 7.30 p.m United Church

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What’s OnNovember

Saturday & Sunday, 8th & 9th Christmas Tree Festival, Kirkheaton Parish Church 10.30 am – 4.30 pm.Sunday 9th Family Carol Service, Kirkheaton Parish Church 10.30 amTuesday 11th Yetton Hub Christmas Social. 7.30pm at Community Centre. £4 by ticket only. Contact Bev on 07708 999728 (bring your own drinks).Sunday 16th Carols by Candlelight, Kirkheaton Parish Church 6pmSunday 16th United Church Children’s Nativity Service - 6pmMonday 24th Christingle, Kirkheaton Parish Church 4 pmMonday 24th Holy Communion, Kirkheaton Parish Church 11pmMonday 24th United Church - Come and make a Christingle - 5pmMonday 24th United Church -Christingle Service 5.30pmMonday 24th United Church - Children’s Tea - 6.00pmMonday 24th United Church - Carol Service - 7.00pmTuesday 25th United Church - Christmas Morning Service - 11amTuesday 25th Traditional Communion, Kirkheaton Parish Church 8.30amTuesday 25th Family Communion, Kirkheaton Parish Church 10.30am

Thursday 31st History Group Film Show ‘Bygone Huddersfield’, Roger Armitage, 7.30pm at Community Centre, £2.50 on the door

Thursday 21st Hospice Support Group ‘Beetle Drive’ - United Church, New Road 1.30pm – 3.30pm. £1

December

January

February