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23 Feb, 2011

Tai chi class in Fulwood

Activity Sheffield is the council organisation that develops physical activity sessions for older adults so they can improve their health through exercise.

They have been in touch and asked us to mention a weekly tai chi class that takes place each Monday in Fulwood. Details are below.

Have you never tried tai chi but would like to give it a go? This is the perfect opportunity to try it out in a friendly and relaxed environment.

Tai chi is a slow physical exercise ideal for improving relaxation, balance and overall health. This is a great session for beginners and can really help you improve your strength and balance. You don’t need any specific clothing; just wear something you’re comfortable in and non-marking footwear.

No need to book simply come along to Fulwood Scout Hut, 551 Fulwood Road on a Monday 1:15-2:15pm. Sessions are usually £2 but you can try your first one for free. For more information contact Activity Sheffield on 0114 273 5787.

20 Feb, 201120 Feb, 2011

Hallam’s poor form continues

Hallam suffered a 5-0 defeat to league leaders Farsley AFC last weekend.

The match was goalless at half time, but after the break the Countrymen conceded five, including a brace from Andy Cooper.

Hallam remain rooted to the bottom of the Northern Counties Premier Division, however they do have five games in hand on the team above them, Dinnington Town.

Their next match is against Armthorpe Welfare at Sandygate on Saturday 26 February, kick off 3pm.

Official Hallam FC website

NCEL results, fixtures and tables

16 Feb, 2011

Friends of the Botanical Gardens 2011 programme

The Friends of the Botanical Gardens 2011 programme (Word document, 32KB) has been published, which may be of interest to Crosspool gardeners.

It includes details ofvarious events throughout the year including talks, meetings, plant sales and outdoor activities.

Friends of the Botanical Gardens was set up in 1984 and aims to support the gardens and also provide the opportunity for gardeners of all abilities to meet, socialise and learn more about horticulture.

New members are welcome, but you can also attend any event for the modest fee of £2.

Friends of the Botanical Gardens website including information about meetings and events

Friends of the Botanical Gardens 2011 programme (Word document, 32KB)

15 Feb, 2011

A tribute to Mabel Mabbott

One of Crosspool’s oldest residents, Mabel Mabbott, sadly died on 26 January 2011, aged 92 years old.

Her husband Frank owned and ran a well-respected butcher’s shop on Sandygate Road for over thirty years on the site of what is now Bargain Booze.

Along with most shop keepers of the era, they lived over the shop before moving over 40 years ago to their new home on Barnfield Road.

There is a discussion about memories of old shops in Crosspool on this thread on Sheffield Forum.

13 Feb, 2011

Grass verge protection measures installed in Crosspool

Two sets of wooden bollards have been installed in response to concerns over damage to grass verges by vehicles.

A set of four of the bollards are located on Marsh Lane at its junction with Lydgate Lane, and a further four are adjacent to 42/46 Tapton Hill Road. They are funded by the South West Community Assembly.

The bollards prevent vehicles from mounting the grass verge areas between the pavement and the road. Their arrival follows requests from local residents worried about erosion.

Cars are now prevented from parking on grass verges

10 Feb, 201110 Feb, 2011

Man accidentally drives car into Sportsman pub

A driver accidentally drove his new Mercedes into a Crosspool pub last week.

After enjoying a meal at The Sportsman on Thursday 3 February, the man left the premises at around 6pm to drive home in the car he’d collected earlier that day from the motor dealer.

Apparently being unacquainted with the layout of the vehicle, he inadvertently engaged forward drive, rather than reverse, and shot forward through the walled bay window, causing extensive damage to the front of the building .

Fortunately no one was sitting near the window at the time, and the driver walked away shaken but uninjured.

The bay window adjacent to the disabled parking spaces at the front of the pub is now boarded up on both the outside and inside.

Boarded up area of The Sportsman pub in Crosspool

Inside the boarded up area of The Sportsman pub in Crosspool

6 Feb, 2011

Crosspool Summer Fayre: Saturday 9 July

We’re pleased to confirm some details about Crosspool Summer Fayre, one of the highlights of our annual summer festival.

This year’s fayre takes place on Saturday 9 July, so do put the date in your diary. A range of activities are being planned for the afternoon, including:

Children entertainer Barney Baloney
Strummers & Grinners banjo band from Manchester
Irish dancers
Bouncy slide
Bouncy castle
Coconut shy
Lucky dip bran tub
Tombola
Wellie wanging
Burger bar
Cake stall
‘I love Crosspool’ mugs and bags stall
Weston Park Charity stall
Children’s books stall
Phoenix greeting cards stall
South West Area Assembly stall
Plants and flowers stall from Valleyside
Garage cars game
Craft and bric-a-brac stall

5 Feb, 2011

The Old Grindstone pub to reopen on 25 February

After years of uncertainty, including rumours of closure and demolition, the future of the Old Grindstone public house in Crookes seems safe, at least for the moment.

The owners, Greene King, are refitting the premises with a view to reopening on 25 February. With a banner on the pub promising ‘new food and drinks at great prices’, it seems that a more comprehensive food menu will be a feature of the relaunched pub.

Greene King has also applied for an extension in opening hours to provide alcohol and entertainment from 9am-12 midnight Sunday to Thursday and 9am-1am on Fridays and Saturdays.

The application can viewed during office hours at the Licensing Department in the town hall.

The Old Grindstone: due to reopen on 25 February

3 Feb, 20113 Feb, 2011

Missing cat Charlie returns home

We are pleased to report that Charlie, the Dransfield Road cat that went missing on 17 January returned home on Monday demanding food. She is a bit thin and unsettled, but otherwise fine.

Many thanks to all who took the time to look for her.

2 Feb, 20112 Feb, 2011

Crosspool crime map published on new police website

A new website has launched that allows people to view crimes reported in their neighbourhood on a online map.

As well as the crime maps, the www.police.uk website also lists the names of local police officers and offers feedback and advice for local residents.

A link to a map centered on Crosspool shops is below, but be warned, the site has been struggling with demand so may not work first time. You can also put in your own postcode for a personalised report.

To protect privacy, individual addresses are not pinpointed on the map. Crimes are mapped to an anonymous point on or near the road where they occurred.

police.uk map centered on Crosspool shops on Sandygate Road