Crewe Town Photographs

How did they steal that?

2011-09-16T16:15:00.001-07:00

Take a look at the picture above from Oxford St can you see whats missing? During the night thieves climbed up onto the roofs and stole the lead not from one but lots of the flats. The roof is inchs from the main rooms

We have received some information from Staffordshire Police warning of bogus callers that they have been having within their force. They have been operating near to Mow Cop and there is concerns that they have started to cross the border into Cheshire. They have been described as 3 Asian males driving a dark blue Audi - they have been stating that they are there dealing with a water leak but it is not known whether they are stating that they are from the waterboard. We are letting you know this information so that we can a warning out before we start to have any problems.

HOLMES CHAPEL - Detectives investigating three burglaries in Holmes Chapel are appealing for witnesses.

Sometime between 6pm and 9pm on Friday 9th September 2011 two houses in Middlewich Road and one in Westmorland Terrace were targeted by thieves.

The offenders broke into the properties and escaped with jewellery and electrical items.

We would appeal to anyone who saw people or vehicles acting suspiciously in the area at the time to contact Crewe burglary unit on 0845 458 0000. Alternatively information can be given anonymously on the Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.

- DS Glyn Leech

Holmes Chapel is fortunate in that we don't suffer from many domestic burglaries however resident should always be vigilant and look out for neighbours.

If you're going away ask a neighbour you know well to keep an eye on your property.

CREWE - Date of Incident: 11.30pm on 2nd September 2011
Location of incident: Market Street, Crewe

Crewe detectives are investigating a robbery which happened in Market Street, Crewe on Friday 2nd September 2011 at 11.30pm.

The victim was leaving the Imperial Pub and walked up Edleston Road onto Market Street. After crossing Chester Street he encountered a group of three men and a woman next to the Natwest Bank.

Two men from the group punched the victim in the head knocking him to the ground. They then kicked and punched him while he was on the floor. They stole his white Alcatel QT710 mobile phone from his trouser pocket before walking off towards Edleston Road.

The victim suffered grazes and bruising to his body and bruising to his head.

One of the men is described as white, 5ft 8, around 25 and of stocky build. He was wearing a light coloured jacket.

The other man was described as being a white, 5ft 8, 25 and of skinny build. He was wearing light coloured clothing.

The woman is described as white, in her early 20s and of average build with long blonde hair in a pony tail. She was wearing a light coloured jacket.

Anyone with information should contact PC Paul Myatt at Crewe CID on 0845 458 0000 quoting incident number 17 of 2nd September 2011. Alternatively information can be given anonymously on the Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.

NEW STREET SIGNS WILL PREVENT CONFUSION

2011-09-16T16:10:00.001-07:00

Willaston and Rope Ward Councillor Brian Silvester has welcomed the news that new street signs are to be erected for The Fields, off Cheerbrook Road in Willaston ( See below)

He said,"There have had repeated problems with the none collection of the bins in the cul de sac, The Fields. The street signs at the junction with Cheerbrook Road are vey old, dilapidated and not vey clear to see. I am very pleased that the Cheshire East Council has responded positively to my request to replace the signs. I am also pleased that the worn signage on Cheerbrook Road (at the junction with Wistaston Road) is to be replaced."

Further to my press release below the Headteacher has put the following statement in the latest newsletter for parents. (attached)

'Parking

Laidon Avenue is extremely busy at the beginning and end of the day and parents are asked not to park in the school parking places or opposite the zig-zag safety markers nor to turn vehicles or drop children in the school car park entrance. Parking continues to be a difficult situation for the school and its neighbours and could I therefore remind parents to respect the areas surrounding the school and not to park in front of driveways or on pavements in the roads close to the school. Will you please ensure that minders or grandparents who may also be collecting children from school are aware of this. Additionally the area around Beechcroft Avenue and Lochleven Road becomes very congested and parents are requested to park and drive with consideration for our neighbours and other road users. I have recently received a letter from a local councillor who has been contacted by residents of Lochleven road expressing their concern about this issue. The police have been informed and will be patrolling the area. Please do not park near the top of Ropebank Avenue. You may prefer to park slightly further away from school to try and minimise the congestion.'

I welcome the action the school has taken and hope that the small minority of parents who park irresponsibly will take the advice on board and will park sensibly in future to prevent congestion and possible accidents and stop the inconvenience to nearby residents caused by the inconsiderate parking.

With best wishes,

Brian Silvester

Cllr Brian Silvester BA (Hons)
Willaston and Rope Ward Councillor

Tel/fax 01270 567757

PRESS RELEASE

Call for action on parking problems at Berkeley Primary School, Rope

Willaston and Rope Ward Councillor Brian Silvester is calling on the small minority of parents who park inconsiderately around the Berkeley Primary School in Rope to park more sensibly. He said," There are serious parking problems at the beginning and the end of the school day at the top of Lochleven Road and Rope Bank Avenue at the junction with Laidon Ave. Parents dropping off and picking up at the school park at the junctions which makes it very difficult for vehicles to pull out safely. Also some parents park in front of drives and this makes it impossible for residents to get their cars out. I have written to the Police and the School (see below) to ask them to take action at the beginning of term to nip this problem in the bud. Local residents are rightly angry at the careless parking of a small minority of parents and I hope the action that is being taken will solve the problem to a large degree."

Youngsters showcase their talents at Lyceum’s 100th birthday bash

2011-09-16T16:08:00.001-07:00

Cheshire East youngsters have showcased their talents at a vibrant event to celebrate the 100th birthday of Crewe’s Lyceum Theatre.

Cheshire East Youth Theatre (CEYT) marked the centenary with a colourful and unusual performance of Cinderella at the historic venue.

The show, titled ‘Inside Out’, was created in just one week and gave the audience an insight into the process of staging a show and what goes on behind the scenes. It was also the first time that youngsters from all six groups that make up CEYT had performed together on stage.

The audience saw filmed footage of cast interviews and mock auditions, as well as witnessing the drama of Cinderella unfold on stage.

A total of 36 youngsters, aged from five to 16, grabbed the memorable opportunity to perform at the Lyceum – and for some it was their first time treading the boards.

Cheshire East Councillor Hilda Gaddum, Cabinet member with responsibility for children and family services, said: “This is a vibrant and talented youth theatre group and the celebration at the Lyceum was an excellent opportunity for its young members to showcase their talents and hard work – as well as celebrate the Lyceum’s centenary.

“Youth theatre is a fantastic opportunity for our young people to learn a range of skills that will stand them in good stead throughout their lives. It is also a superb place for young people to develop their confidence and a genuinely life-enriching experience for all who take part.”

Among those who attended the show, on September 9, were: Cheshire East Council’s strategic director for children, families and adults Lorraine Butcher; arts, heritage and museums manager Helen Paton; Crewe Mayor and Cheshire East Councillor Roy Cartlidge; Councillor John Hammond; and Councillor Laura Jeuda.

Councillor Irene Faseyi, who represents Crewe Central ward, said of the event: “It is wonderful to see so many talented young people putting on an impressive show to mark the Lyceum’s centenary. I would like to congratulate everyone involved in this fantastic event.”

CEYT, which is organised by Cheshire East Council and based at the Lyceum, is for young people aged five to 18. It recently branched out to create two new youth theatre groups in Alsager and Sandbach.

CEYT is made up of six groups. Lyceum Youth Theatre has four age groups: five to seven; eight to 10; 11 to 13; and 14 to 18, based in the theatre’s rehearsal room. Alsager Youth Theatre, based in Alsager Community Church Hall, and Sandbach Youth Theatre, based in Sandbach Town Hall, are both for youngsters aged seven to 11. New groups will be opening during the next term.

The youth theatres are run by professional drama workers and the groups help young people build a range of theatre skills including improvisation, voice and speech, characterisation and movement. The experience also teaches youngsters how to work effectively as a team, develop communication skills and build self confidence.

Members get the chance to attend workshops and tread the boards of Crewe’s Lyceum stage, as well as perform at other local venues and regional festivals. No previous experience is necessary and there are no auditions needed.

Anyone interested in joining Cheshire East Youth Theatre should ring co-ordinator Hayley Lindley on 07709180296 or email her at: ceyt@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Queens Park celebrations go off with a bang

2011-09-13T16:33:00.001-07:00

A spectacular celebration of Crewe’s heritage brought thousands of people flocking to Queens Park on Saturday.

A full report and pictures at the main Queens Park Website

The beautiful Victorian park, which has undergone a £6.5m restoration, was alive with activity, live music, troupe dancers, falconry displays and a travelling theatre show.

It was all topped off with a magnificent pyrotechnic show including a firework display by the newly-restored lake, flame shapes, gas jets and special effects.

The day started with a colourful procession from Pyms Lane to the park, which involved children from 11 Crewe schools in fancy dress and was led by the Crewe Sea Cadets Corps Band.

Councillor David Brown, Cabinet member with responsibility for performance and capacity, said: “What a fantastic celebration of Crewe’s heritage. The town’s ‘jewel in the crown’ was given a fitting celebration event and I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all of those involved in making it such a success.”

Crewe Railroaders were on hand to display their American football skills, as were Laurel and Hardy impersonators Haurel and Lardy and children could enjoy the funfair and revamped playground.

Shavington singer-songwriter Louise Green, 14, wowed the crowds with her performances and she was crowned the winner of the Starquest 2011 talent show finale.

Meanwhile, Crewe acts such as Tom Seals and The Retrospective kept the party going with impressive performances in the restored bandstand.

Cheshire East Mayor Councillor Roger West, who officially re-opened the park, said: “We are extremely fortunate to have such a fine park in Crewe and it is one of the best in the North West.

“I was delighted to see so many people turn out and support Cheshire East in marking the hard work which has gone into making Queens Park fit for the modern day, while retaining its Victorian roots.”

Councillor Roy Cartlidge, Cheshire East ward member for Crewe St Barnabas and Mayor of Crewe, added: “This was a fantastic show of the meaning of ‘community’ and we had much positive feedback from the visitors.

“The procession route was packed out with onlookers, who said it was great to see a traditional parade, something which would be great to repeat in future. I have also received feedback from visitors who described the firework display as the best they had seen anywhere.

“It was pleasing to see people out and about in period dress and I personally had a lot of fun dressing up. It was a fitting way to celebrate such a big restoration.”

Various groups were given recognition for their part in the procession, including Tim Prevett’s Ghost Walks, which won first place overall.

Beechwood and Pebble Brook primary schools were joint-first in the school section while the Crewe Sea Cadets Corps Band won first prize in the ‘community’ category.

Crewe’s Liberty Morris was first in the ‘troupe’ section and best vehicle on display went to Cheshire Fire Service.

Bringing books to life with Cheshire East Council

2011-09-13T16:30:00.001-07:00

Keen readers and writers will get an opportunity to spend time with some of their favourite authors at Crewe’s Lyceum Theatre later this month.

A ‘bringing books to life’ event is being staged by Cheshire East Council’s library service on Saturday, September 24.

It will feature best selling Manchester author Cath Staincliffe, who wrote the Blue Murder TV series, and the highly-acclaimed S J Watson.

Jenn Ashworth, whose first novel A Kind of Intimacy won a Betty Trask Award, will also be present, as will Nigel Cawthorne, who wrote A Brief History of Sherlock Holmes.

The event will be chaired by acclaimed poet Jo Bell.

Councillor David Brown, Cabinet member with responsibility for performance and capacity, said: “I would encourage avid readers and writers to get themselves along to this event as we have four excellent writers in attendance.

“They will be on hand for readings and workshops on the day and visitors will also be able to purchase books, provided by Waterstones in Crewe. The authors will also be available to sign them.”

It costs £18 for the day and registration to the event takes place from 10 to 10.30am. Councillor Brown and Jo Bell will then give a brief introduction to the day before the authors provide an opportunity for questions and answers before the workshops begin.

Councillor Irene Faseyi, ward member for Crewe Central, said: “This is the very first readers’ and writers’ day organised by the Cheshire East libraries service and it is just another way in which people can mark the Lyceum Theatre’s centenary year.

“Our libraries are key resources for our residents, who can build up a wealth of knowledge through visiting them.”

There will also be a debate with Professor Michael Schmidt, the founder of Carcanet Press, and a prize draw. To book a seat, call 01270 537333.

Memorial plans unveiled for brave bomb disposal team in Crewe and Nantwich

2011-09-13T16:28:00.001-07:00

To die in the line of duty is the ultimate sacrifice a person can make.

And the word ‘hero’ is rightfully bestowed on those who have fallen in the name of their country.

These people should always be remembered and Cheshire East Council is now to erect a memorial in recognition of six men from the Royal Engineers, who were killed whilst attempting to disarm German bombs in a field between Crewe and Nantwich in August 1940.

With the 100^th anniversary of the Royal Engineers approaching in 2012, the Council feels the bravery of the former bomb disposal unit, whose members were Sergeant Edward Greengrass, Sapper Harold Thompson, Sapper Michael Lambert, Sapper Albert Edward Fearon, Sapper George Lucas and Sapper John Percival, should be honoured.

The men successfully defused three bombs which had fallen in the field near Alvaston Hall. But as they worked on the final bomb it exploded, killing all six men.

The Council’s Cabinet has accepted a motion put forward by councillors Dorothy Flude and Chris Thorley to erect a small memorial near to Alvaston Hall.

Councillor Wesley Fitzgerald, Leader of Cheshire East Council, said: “As an authority we take the role of the military, both past and present, very seriously.

“These six men sacrificed their lives in order to protect the local population. The fact that their bravery wasn’t recognised at the time makes this new memorial all the more important.”

Councillor Flude, ward member for Crewe South, said: “This was such a tragedy but due to issues of security and morale, the incident was not reported in the press at the time and their names are not recorded locally.

“Our brave and well-trained men and women are currently diffusing bombs in places like Afghanistan. But these six men did not have such a luxury of training and knowledge and found themselves making the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. It is only right they are remembered.”

Councillor Thorley, ward member for Crewe East, added: “It is of the highest importance that these men are remembered for their extreme bravery and I am delighted that Cheshire East Council is to provide a fitting memorial to them.”

According to the War Graves Commission, Thompson, Lambert, Fearon and Lucas were killed instantly and Sergeant Greengrass died two days later in hospital. There is, however, no official record of a Sapper John Percival.

Desmond Curtis, Chairman of the Crewe branch of the Royal Engineers Association, said: “I fully support the move by Cheshire East Council to erect a memorial to remember these brave men.

“The work of many bomb disposal units from the Second World War has gone unnoticed so memorials such as this are very special.”

Cheshire East Council is now attempting to make contact with the families of the men, who could help to provide any memoirs to help the authority to create a lasting tribute.

Sgt Greengrass is buried at Wandsworth, London; Sapper Thompson at Hornchurch, London; Sapper Lambert at Kensall Green, London; Sapper Fearon at Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Sapper Lucas in Manchester.

An unveiling ceremony, involving families, the Royal Engineers Association, and army and Council representatives is now being planned.

Cheshire East would like anyone who may have information regarding these men to contact 01270 686012.

MP,s Bulletin 93

2011-09-13T16:26:00.001-07:00

Welcome ...

Welcome to this my 93rd electronic news bulletin.

Over recess the whole country was been shocked by the most appalling scenes of looting, violence, vandalising and thieving. Although no-one from Crewe and Nantwich was involved in either the inciting of riots or the riots themselves, we can be proud of our Cheshire Police who went to the aid of other forces in Manchester and even London.

In response to my question in the House of Commons the Prime Minister recognised that “Cheshire police gave help to Greater Manchester police and, I think, to other areas as well. I want to reassure his constituents and people throughout the country that this Government, this House, this Parliament are on the side of the law-abiding. What needs to happen is a process of taking back the streets on behalf of the law-abiding, and of demonstrating to the whole country that the guilty will be punished.” Indeed I am glad that, in the weeks since the riots, those guilty of bringing fear and destruction to peaceful doorsteps have been brought to justice.

For the future of our economy, our society and to tackle the problems that caused the riots we need a first-class education for every child. That's why we want to create an education system based on real excellence, with a complete intolerance of failure.

This is an ambitious goal. But when China is going through an educational renaissance, and India is churning out science graduates, any complacency now would be fatal for our prosperity. And it's key to mending our broken society - education doesn't just give people the tools to make a good living, it gives them the character to live a good life and be good citizens.

The trouble is that for years we've been bogged down in a great debate about how we achieve a first-class education for every child. Standards or structures? Learning by rote or by play? Elitism or all winning prizes? These debates are over - because it's clear what works. Discipline works, rigour works, freedom for schools works, having high expectations and aspirations works.

Now we've got to get on with it - and we don't have any time to lose. So there are three bold things we're doing: we're ramping up standards, and bringing back the values of a good education; we're changing the structure of education, allowing new providers in to start schools, and giving schools greater independence; and we're confronting educational failure, where it still exists and persists, head-on.

Please remember, you can always contact me directly if you have any questions for me.

You can forward the bulletin on to your friends and family, who can sign up themselves by clicking here for my website.

Best wishes

Edward Timpson
Member of Parliament for Crewe & Nantwich

I have recently ...

Held a surgery in Shavington Village Hall
Accompanied Charles Hendry MP, Minister for Energy, on a visit to Bentley Motors in Crewe
Met with the Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Launched the Dog Walker's facility at the opening of the Georges Community Centre
Hosted the launch of The Letterbox Club in Parliament. More here
Launched the new Nantwich route of Dial A Ride at East Cheshire Community Transport
Attended a Royal British Legion Reception in Parliament
Opened 'At One' a new design, print and marketing business in Crewe (thanks to Vicky and Mark for their hospitality)
Met with the South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce to discuss local businesses
Held an "On Your Street" session bringing my surgery to your doorstep
Opening the Richmond Village 'Connecting the Community Day'

...This weekend I will be

Attending the re-opening of Queens Park
Playing for the All Stars v Hollyoaks in a football match near Crewe
Visiting the Crewe Bangladesh Welfare Association Annual Party

Photos & Video ...

Edward with Charles Hendry MP, Minister for Energy, at Bentley Motors in Crewe

You can view all my photos and video at edwardtimpsonmp.com

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Community News

Dog Walkers Facility at the Georges Community Centre

On Saturday 3rd September I attended the re-opening of the Marshfield Bank Community Centre, now named the Georges Community Centre. The Georges is now run by Big Society Works Ltd, a local steering group and the wider Crewe community. The re-launch has already been a great success raising over £1500 for the Centre, securing many more volunteers and further engaging the local community. Email the Centre here

Do you have community news to share? Email me and it could be here too!

Edward's Words from Westminster

Crewe Chronicle

This weekend I was pleased to be able to attend the busy re-opening of the Marshfield Bank Community Centre on the King George V Playing Fields in Crewe - renamed "The Georges".
In a first for Cheshire, the local council has brought in the not for profit "Big Society Works" organisation to work hand in hand with local residents to them help set up and run for themselves a vibrant and community-focused facility that offers what local residents want.
The speed and enthusiasm with which it has got off the ground bodes well, with a youth club, lunch clubs for older people, dance classes and the ever-popular bingo amongst the first offerings.
A number of local businesses helped improve the Centre's fabric and presentation by donating their free time, expertise and stock, including floor coverings and computers for the new cyber cafe. I'm pleased they managed to raise even more money on the launch day, and recruit volunteers to run their centre.
I was also delighted to be able to officially launch a dog-walkers' facility at the Centre that was designed and delivered by a team of young people from South Cheshire College, who also raised the money for the facility.
It provides refreshments for dogs and owners alike, as well as free poop sacks and bins to discourage fouling, which is a real problem on the playing fields.
This community project, which followed a residential element, was one of the first to be completed under the Government's new National Citizen Service.
National Citizen Service has been taking place during the summer for those pupils who have finished year 11. It runs for three weeks full-time, including two weeks away from home. After that, participants need to complete another 30 hours on a part-time basis. Working in a team, they have the chance to take part in exciting outdoor activities like mountaineering, canoeing and abseiling.
They also get the opportunity to design and deliver their own project in their local community - projects such as this at The Georges.
With strong community involvement and support, this a great opportunity for local people to have a real sense of pride in and ownership of where they live and work. Why don't you go and find out for yourself, and maybe even get involved?

Virgin London Marathon 2011

Raising money for Parkinson's UK in Crewe & Nantwich

In April I completed my 9th marathon, raising money for Parkinson's UK Crewe Branch. There's still time to sponsor me on my webpage and help support a great organisation!

Edward Timpson MP Welcomes Business Rates Plan

Crewe & Nantwich Guardian
CREWE and Nantwich MP Edward Timpson has welcomed the Government’s plan to localise business rates.

Authorities will get to keep their own business rates under new local government financing proposals.

Local Government secretary Eric Pickles presented the findings of a six-month review into council finance that sought to repatriate rates, create a financial incentive for councils to promote local growth, reduce dependency upon central Government grants and maintain protections for business and vulnerable areas.

Ministers believe a new system is needed to end a long-standing problem where councils have no direct growth incentive, to build stronger relationships with business and to put councils in charge of their own financial circumstances.

National discounts and rate relief will also continue to be supported, meaning no change to such groups as charities, amateur sports clubs, voluntary groups, those in hardship, and eligible rural or small firms.

Mr Timpson said: “The current system of local government funding inherited from Labour is broken. It is confusing, arbitrary, complex and widely seen as unfair.

“Our plans to allow councils to retain their locally-raised business rates will free councils from dependence upon central Government grant and give them a strong financial incentive to drive local economic growth.

“No longer will local areas’ money be snatched away by Whitehall.

“This is localism in action and exactly what councils want.

“It will be much more straightforward.

“By letting councils keep the products of enterprise we will end their disparaging dependence on government handouts, finally start rewarding economic growth and support local firms and new jobs.”

Crewe Health and Safety Firm Hands Award to Top Achiever

Crewe Chronicle

CREWE’S Safety Advisory Services (SAS) Ltd has selected its local outstanding achiever of the year in health and safety management.

Ron Birchall, managing director of SAS Ltd, and local MP Edward Timpson were on hand to present Eric Barbour of Lloyds Banking Group the award after he completed the NVQ Level 5 in Management of Health and Safety at SAS Ltd’s Crewe Training Centre.

Eric is team leader of the senior specialist team for Lloyds.

Mr Birchall said: “He has been outstanding with his own progression and developments. Eric is very active with his charity work and is a good role model for the health and safety profession.

“He is also a good ambassador for common sense health and safety.

“Eric was presented with his certificate of achievement plus a plaque in recognition for his dedication and hard work put in throughout the course of the year.”

For more information about the firm visit www.sas-ltd.co.uk.

5 ways to contact Edward Timpson

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On the web: edwardtimpsonmp.com
By phone: 01270 501 725
By post: 30 Victoria Street, Crewe CW1 2JE
In person: Click here to see surgery times

Queens Park Grand opening

2011-09-11T15:52:00.001-07:00

Saturday 10th September say the grand opening Of the Queens Park with the new bowling hut now open.

Giant Swan on the lake

Grumpy Victorian lady (sorry Dorothy) getting into the sprit of the event

Steam Train

Over at the new bandstand vintage MG cars

The Fair was also on at Tipkinder

Angry customer

Birds of prey display

Still looking for Blackpool another fine mess you got me into Stanley

Early evening Fireworks

Starquest

The new Cafe open and night view

All the above the water show

Fireworks

Two Pictures supplied by Ben Bruce people waiting for the fireworks

Xmas night in Crewe

2010-12-26T16:16:00.000-08:00

Photos taken Xmas night in Crewe Town using a Finepix HS10 with pro lowlight mode. Above Asda George entrance

Moving round to the Railway wheel near Asda

Queensway taken by Santander

Up toward hightown from the same spot

Outside Burtons looking towards Boots and the square

The new cafe by the theater notice the ice everywhere

Outside the market looking toward Boots

The War memorial and Xmas light

Taken from the foot bridge looking at Tesco

The square with xmas light

Queens way

Delemere house

Crewe Pubs or lack of them

2010-09-26T16:34:00.000-07:00

I trip around the area to take pictures of Crewe pubs surprises you as how many are gone or going or up for let. Above the Victoria and below the Burton closed down

below the Waldron the old dole office

The Crown is still going

Borough Arms in Earle st

Acroos the road the Kings Arms

West St and the Prince of Wales still open

The Wolverton Arms has been closed for a bit now

The Brunnel is open but has to let signs on it

The White Lion in Ford lane

Cumberland Arms has to let signs on it in Middlewich St

Rising Sun in Earle st

The Bridge in Broad st

The Cross keys a good large pub now boarded up

Finally the white line at Warmingham.

The Rockwood in Alton St

The Park now for sale

Duke of Bridgewater Wisaston Rd
I wonder in another 6 months how many pubs will be left in Crewe

Crewe Business Park

2010-09-11T16:28:00.000-07:00

A few pictures of Crewe Business Park and Nantwich Road above is Rail house

The Horse landing as it was called which is part of the station
On the park its self some nice building above Poole and alcock
Fujitsu building
Health sheild

Encore hotel and below the small lake at the entrance with a Totem pole

Summer 2010 in Crewe

2010-08-17T16:15:00.000-07:00

Some sites of flowers and summer 2010 above the Queens Park Crewe main entrance
Flower beds in the Queens Park
Out side the library in Crewe
The war memorial in the new square
Asda precinct flower pots everywhere

GEORGE FORMBY Show in the park

2010-06-27T15:21:00.000-07:00

GEORGE FORMBY featured in The Queens Park Crewe on Sunday 27 June 2010 with a 2 hour show of his music by the local appreciation society with singers from Dab town and over the border from Wales
One of the singers said how much their neighbors loved the music so much so that they smashed his windows so they could hear better. He was amazed how people were clapping for him but it was pointed out they clapped because he had finished
There was also a Al Jolson negative look alike who was a bit like Benny Hills friend
Everyone enjoyed the day and a good time was had by all

Images of Crewe Life

2009-05-23T15:26:00.000-07:00

Great Skate boarding shot taken at Tipkinder Skate Park
Delemere House with all the antennas on the top
The community art under Flag Lane Bridge
The Royal Scot back in Crewe at the heritage center

Queens Park April 2009

2009-04-30T17:04:00.000-07:00

The Queens Park April 09 still no work being done as the contractor has gone into liquidation. When will it ever be finished?

Queens Park

2009-04-10T16:25:00.000-07:00

Some photos of the Queens Park which is being regenerated at the moment I have created a Queens Park Blog so you can see whats going on.

The fine tree near the play area

The shelter near the play area

The Queens Park Cafe

Summer comes to Crewe

2009-04-10T16:16:00.000-07:00

A few sites around Crewe Show Summer is here or on its way

Two pictures from the Queens Park with floral displays

The War memorial daffodils are out brightening the place up

Hightown

2009-02-19T16:13:00.000-08:00

Hightown once a buzzy shopping center now resembles a ghost town with Bosson and Doig, credit union, sewing machine shop, paper shop launderette all gone

Sites around Crewe

2009-02-10T17:03:00.000-08:00

Crewe Bus Station

Crewe Business Park nature walk taken with a infra red filter

The old Edleston Rd School which had been around for over 50 years now a child care centre

Crewe Retail Park

The old sign from the Queens Park before the restoration started

The new build Flats by St Marys Church

Crewe Town Center on a Sunday February 09

2009-02-05T16:09:00.000-08:00

These pictures were taken on a Sunday in February 2009 before any major changes take place to the town. Taken from out side the Abbey National Bank in Victoria ST showing Victoria St Queensway and showing Big Bill. If the redevelopment goes ahead this will be some for the history books

Crewe at Night

2009-02-02T16:35:00.000-08:00

Some shots of Crewe taken at night the first one being the Limelight club on Hightown

An across the road there is Jubilee Gardens which I didnt know was open at night but as you can see it is.

A view of the Valley Park at night taken from Flag Lane Bridge it does show how well lit the park is with lamp posts every few yards but it looks ghostly at night

The new Eagle bridge Medical center in Dunwoody Way it looks very good with the well lit sign outside

The final one is Derby Dock play area at night with the flood lights on the basket ball area, its always worrying taking pictures of play areas as you dont want any pictures of children with the modern PC brigade about

Charity Shops in Crewe

2009-01-31T15:48:00.000-08:00

We have a few charity shops in Crewe and not only do you help the charity by using these shops but you get a bargain as well. Next time you are going to throw out some old stuff think about taking it to one of the charity shops and help everyone out

Debra Charity shop next to Smiths by Asda

British Heart Foundation opposite Jessops and they will soon open a new shop opposite Asda in the old pound shop

Arthritis Research Campaign next to the chip shop in Queens Way

Oxfam across the road from ARC shop

YMCA shop a large shop but often missed at the back of the bus station but lots of goods including TV and High Fi

Hope House a charity for children which has suffered break ins just before Xmas

Cancer Research in Market St

Finally Help the Aged also in Market St

A walk around Crewe

2009-01-29T15:23:00.000-08:00

Open spaces and places to walk your dog are getting few and far between as more houses are built. This is a walk around Crewe taking in some of the best places to enjoy a taste of the country or walk your dog.
Taking pictures of empty fields is that simple but I have tried to make the photos interesting
We start at Tipkinder the home of the Skate Park and BMX track and used for the fair there are 2 fields the bottom one shown here is often very wet if there has been rain but there is a good path

Often missed is the shaded walk in the mini wood down by the stream which runs through Tipkinder and can lead to Collins St

Going past the Queens Park and around the back past the golf Club we come to the Georges Playing fields as wide area with goal post in the winter and often used to fly model planes

You can walk across the golf coarse and there is a path that takes you as far as the Rising Sun with woods and a stream.

Coming around to West St and off Hulme St there is a big field at the back of Bentley which a lot of people dont know about

This takes us to Minshull New Rd and the new path across the field being built that will take you to town it has a stream and a play area and the paths are nearly finished

Cross over the road to Brooklands Grove and you come onto the path that goes at the back of Badger Ave

This brings us to Broad St Field now with a path across it leading to the Cemetery

At the end of Market St turn under the Cumberland bridge and there is an another field with goal post leading by the railway

Down Henry St at there is the play ground in Queens st near the Telephone exchange

Over the bridge in Earle St and on the left there is a small walk by the railway to Sydney good for train spotting

Macon way and there is a large picnic are with a childs play area which as you can see often get flooded

Finally if you like a good walk
The South Cheshire ramblers group were in Crewe Library with a stall on Saturday as part of a general fitness show. The group organizes walk from very simple short walks to expeditions that require a level of fitness and the right equipment. So no matter what your needs they should have a walk that will suit you. get out in the fresh air and enjoy the country side at the same time helping you to keep slim and healthy.
One of the RA's primary objectives is to protect public rights of way, especially footpaths, and to encourage their use.

For all queries please contact the group secretary

Frank Jones
2 Rose Cottage
Willbank Lane
Faddiley
NANTWICH
CW5 8JG

Telephone: 01270 524564
Email: frrank@tiscali.co.uk
Their web site is
http://www.ramblerssouthcheshire.org.uk/

Crewe Land Marks

2009-01-23T15:45:00.000-08:00

A selection of pictures of Crewes land marks some you may not have thought of and some are obvious. In an ever changing Crewe Its hard to think of Land marks as a lot have long since gone.

Not one that would spring to mind but as its so unusual its one a lot of people stop and watch and I have never seen anything like it anywhere else. The Globe is in the undertakers in Badger Ave take a look when you next pass that way
The main square must but one main land mark with the council offices and now the War Memorial and its now the second center of Crewe
The clock tower in Queens park which has survived all these years and a true land mark
I bet you have never seen this even though you have past it many times situated on the council building only visible from the market or road
Rail House as it was dominates your arrival into Crewe by road from the M6 or by Train
The Boar war statue again in the Queens Park everyone must have walked past this at some point but very few stop and look what its all about
Big Bill has been around for a long time and will probably be demolished when the new town center is built. It was supposed to be Crewes answer to Big Ben
Again I bet you never notice this again on the top of the council offices it stands out for miles and reminds us we were once a major Railway Town

Gone But Not Forgotten

2009-01-22T14:37:00.000-08:00

Some of the sites going to wreck and ruin in Crewe. These are sites that have been around for a long time and were once very buzzy.

High St once the hive of activity with the Chronicle Office which has been there main office for as long as I can remember now moved into the town. The rest of the street is deserted with the old shoe repair shop next door gone along with the bed center and the garage at the bottom of the street. Even the Guardian has now deserted us and Bygots once a solicitors has long since moved on

The old Electricity offices in Electricity St and thats going back 40+ years it later became a paint suppliers but now in rack and ruin

Finally old Bosson and Doug this again seems to have been there fore ever and was once a great record shop also selling musical instruments from Hightown

Churchs in Crewe

2009-01-21T16:42:00.000-08:00

I thought I would take and record the churches of Crewe but in doing so realized how few there are left in Crewe. Many that are left are now used for something else other than worship like Hightown which is now a charity

St Barnabas Church West St

The church is by Floor to Go corner of Queens St

The most famous and most used I suspect is the main Catholic Church near Hightown recently repaired
Probably the one that no one ever notices is Christadelphian Hall opposite the dress shop near High St and its the least know but a fine old building that has survived
St Stephens Church in Gainsbough Road another one that has been there a longtime
The West St Church which is very successful with a book shop and cafe all well used
St Michaels in Broad St with its own cemetery
The Church on the corner of Nelson St
The New Testament Church of God in Stewart St a small church which I thought was part of All Saints
All Saints the most modern church in Stewart St
Hightown church now used as a charity

Crewe Town Center

2009-01-18T16:58:00.000-08:00

Christ Church Next to the library

The Old Technical College on Hightown now a new bock of flats. This college was very popular for many years with the old Castle St down the side of it

The car park in the center of town showing the Police Station and Christ Church in the distance

Delemere House once the main council offices due to be demolished in the new town center

The railway wheels by Asda a reminder that once Crewe was a major railway town and most people worked in Crewe Works
Tesco taken from the foot bridge across the main road showing Tesco and the Heritage center

Crewe Library

2009-01-17T15:55:00.000-08:00

Crewe Library Next to the Law Courts and Police Station. The Library has full Internet access for users and a reference section. Its still not as good as the old one which was next door in the old days

Crewe War Memorial

2009-01-17T15:31:00.000-08:00

The War Memorial Today outside the Council Building the only one in the country facing the wrong way

The Crewe War Memorial at its original location on Crewe Square when it was first built

The site of the protest against the removal of the war memorial in 2004 then in its original location on the square. It was a long battle to save it but it failed. The full campaign can be seen War Memorial

The opening day of the Crewe War Memorial