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Thanks Richard for the old pix of Audlem. Very nostalgic indeed. It must be nice for Judy to see Williams' shop there standing proud bedecked with sunshades. Does anyone have any idea of the date – 1930's maybe?

Hi
Please be careful outside Charlie’s Dog Cafe in Nantwich. A young Eastern European lady followed me back to my car and was asking about my dog.

She then said she was looking for a job and was from Crewe. Asking for money for her sick little brother. When I said I didn’t have any cash she offered to walk me to a cash point. What started out as a nice conversation became sinister in a few minutes. Just be careful outside there.

No apology for yet another report about totally irresponsible dog owners. Enough is enough it’s time to name and shame those responsible. I’ve had enough of picking up your dogs droppings from around our bungalow, corner Hillary Drive and Heathfield and keeping the grasses area free of such. This is a walk way for children and parents on their way to and from school. What possesses an owner to walk a dog and then leave the mess for others to either walk through or clean up. Can we collectively attempt to excercise the notices placed on all the lampposts and see heavy fines enforced.

Great article this morning by Peter Oxley. Really well described and must have been exhilarating!
Thanks Peter.

Has anybody seen the new charges for garden waste bin collection ! That is a jump in price , no wonder Cheshire east is one of the richest councils , so watch out for piles of garden waste near you and farmers gates, no doubt !! Next year .

...."who spent most of the time on his back with his legs in the air..." writes Michele.
Well Michele; if you hadn't also put in your post that you'd "recently moved into the area" I'd swear you were recalling an evening in The Bridge circa 1972 when I'd just learned to drink as that's what, after the first pint, I spent most of the evening doing! Until of course, Mr Albert Hopkins said something like "I think you've had enough lad".
To be honest, at the time, I didn't think I had had enough but remembering the reception I recieved when I finally made it back home, he was probably quite correct.

Glad you enjoyed your lunch and welcome to Audlem.

We have recently moved into the area and thought we would pop into the Bridge this week for some lunch. Just wanted to say what a cracking pub. Lunch was very good and very reasonable. We ended up staying longer as the locals were such good fun. We had a great afternoon and my husband fell in love with Stan the dog who spent most the time on his back with his legs in the air. Will definitely be back. Thank you

Very interesting post by Adrian today, i have always regarded ivy as a great benefactor to our wildlife, not least the bees and butterflies, as it`s their last feed of the season.

Many thanks on Twit Ashley my comment on him are not in anyway meant to offend him or anyone who is related to him ,I was just fascinated with the charm and nostalgia I suppose ,on Audlem’s lost character’s of the past Such a rich heritage, he is probably one of many who have faded into history Moley Hobson! the mole catcher is another famous Audlem character who was mentioned to me who I had never heard of……fascinating

I too highly recommend Huw. He is very professional, skilled and pleasant. I would not use anyone else.

Steph yet again you made me laugh. Having a struggle with many items you mentioned vacuum packs are my nightmare
along with pull rings on tins, that snap off, somehow I can manage the wine🍷!
Thanks for keeping us entertained your items are brilliant.

Thank you Jean could you tell me how to contact him please . Many thanks Lyn

I want to take this opportunity to update everyone on the number of vehicles monitored by the Audlem Community SpeedWatch between the 8th and 17th of October. 24 vehicles were found to have exceeded the speed limit, with recorded speeds up to 50mph. We still do not have enough willing volunteers to conduct additional checks. We are hoping that two more volunteers will come forward so we can carry out between two to three SpeedWatch sessions per week.
If you are interested in volunteering, please email me at gmacbrown@hotmail.com or call my mobile at 07377 623993.
Thank you.

Contact W J Morris Clocks based at Dagfields 01630 659825 – really good service

Hi Susan,
Theres a chap at Dagfields that maibtains and repairs clocks. He has a huge shop and as you can imagine is always busy. We're lucky to have him nearby as there are few left in the country!

W Morris of Market Drayton 01630 659825. Have repaired two of our clocks and would highly recommend.

Huw protheroe is your man excellent workmanship attention to detail
Friendly a very nice man and defently a fab carpenter

In a world where so much trouble and turmoil abounds, thank God for Steph! I haven’t laughed so hard in a long time!!

All true, BTW..

Steph, I can offer hope for a couple of your 'joys':
Stubborn milk tabs – order recyclable glass doorstep delivery
Stubborn jar lids – bash the lid with a wooden spoon/rolling pin/branch of an ADAS Christmas tree*
Wine corks – drinking wine is over-rated**

*coming soon
**what?

Try W.J.Morris clocks based at Dagfields. They have a website. Has repaired clocks and a barometer for us. Highly recommended

There is a clock repair shop at Dagfields which may be able to help.

I have a natural wood, wall mounted Westminster chiming clock, which has suddenly stopped working. It’s been a few years since it was last serviced, but the gentleman who used to service it has now retired. Does anyone know of someone fairly local who does repairs or services this type of clock? Many thanks.

I have a new Samsung TV and surround sound speaker combo, and I can’t figure out how to set them up properly together. Anyone out there know of anyone with appropriate skills? It doesn’t have to be a pro. TIA

Does any one know of a good reliable carpenter please .

Can highly recommend Elkins Chimney Sweep
07423 551417.