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Crookes Councillor calls for closed sports centre to come into community use.

Cllr. Ruth Milsom

At today’s full council meeting, Crookes and Crosspool Councillor Ruth Milsom called on the Council to investigate bringing the disused sports ground at Weston View in Crookes into community use.

At today’s full council meeting, Crookes and Crosspool Councillor Ruth Milsom called on the Council to investigate bringing the disused sports ground at Weston View in Crookes into community use.
The Derek Dooley Sports and Community Centre, currently closed, is named after the notable footballer who took key roles at both Sheffield Wednesday and Sheffield United throughout his lifetime, including as player, manager and chairman. It is owned by Sheffield United Football Club and its community foundation.
Councillor Ruth Milsom tabled the following question to the Councillor Richard Williams, Chair of the Council’s Communities, Parks and Leisure policy committee:
“What discussions, if any, have taken place with SUFC about their disused sports ground at Weston View in Crookes and ways to bring it into community use?”

The centre has previously been operated as a gym and community sports facility, and as recently as 2019 Sheffield United FC advertised coaching sessions for boys and girls at the centre. The same SUFC coaching provision is now being offered at the Bole Hill Recreation Ground, with the Weston View site sitting empty.
At the meeting, Cllr. Milsom pressed Cllr. Williams about the site, asking for the Council to negotiate community usage with SUFC, calling it a ‘shame’ that the site isn’t being used.

Cllr Milsom said:
“It is a real shame that at Weston View there is the potential for a high-quality community facility, that is currently sat being unused. I’ve had conversations with local residents, with community organisations like the Crosspool Juniors Football Club, and know how valuable it would be if we could bring a new life to that site
“When it is named the Derek Dooley Sports and Community Centre, it should be open to the local community to use. I hope the Council and SUFC can come together and find a solution to bring it back to life.”

Meurig Edwards, Chairman of Crosspool Juniors Football Club, said:
“We are working hard to improve our facilities and we have a long-term plan to develop and improve our site at Myers Grove, but we desperately need more grounds for training and matches, within easy reach of Crosspool and surrounding areas.
“It’s sad to say that with our current facilities, we can’t meet the needs of all of our teams. Some of our matches are cancelled for lack of space to play. This is disappointing and frustrating for everyone involved. It affects our teams and players from across Sheffield and South Yorkshire who we play against.”
“There is a real shortage of artificial and floodlit pitches which are vital for training in the darker winter months. We have seen growth in grassroots football recently, especially in new girl’s and women’s teams. Facilities have not kept pace with this welcome increase in participation.”
“Any new sites we could access would mean more matches and training sessions and all the benefits they bring to children in our area and across Sheffield and South Yorkshire. We would appreciate any opportunity to use the Weston View site in Crookes.”

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South West Local Area Committee Survey

About Crookes & Crosspool • Dore & Totley • Ecclesall • Fulwood (LAC’s)

Hanging baskets in Crosspool precinct
Crosspool precinct

LOCAL AREA COMMITTEES  give you the chance to raise your views, share your opinion on what the council does in your area and contribute to making changes in your neighbourhood. As a resident living in South West Sheffield, this is your opportunity to say what you would like to see improved.

How you can get involved

Your South West Local Area Committee is conducting a survey to see if there has been any change in the priorities identified in the community plan. Any new priorities will be considered and relevant projects can be developed.

Your South West Local Area Committee would love to hear your views on what’s most important in the South West Local area. 

Survey

Please click on the button for more information and to complete the survey.

 For additional information Email:- SouthwestLAC

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May Local Elections 2023

Polling Stations are open from 7 am to 10 pm, tomorrow Thursday, May 4th, 2023.
You must vote at your assigned polling station.
Where Do I Vote?

If you are registered to vote but don’t have your poll card, you can go to the polling station and give them your name and address.
You will need Photo ID to vote at polling stations!

Crookes & Crosspool Ward Candidates

  • Roger Barnsley – Conservative and Unionist Party
  • Joe Hibbert – Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition
  • Tim Huggan – Liberal Democrats
  • Oscar Idle – Green Party
  • John Allen Wright – Labour and Co-operative Party
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The Coronation Weekend

The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May 2023. The Service, conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, will reflect the Monarch’s role today and look towards the future while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.

Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort will arrive at Westminster Abbey on the morning of Saturday, 6th May 2023 in a procession from Buckingham Palace, known as ‘The King’s Procession’, for the solemn religious Coronation Service, an occasion for celebration and pageantry.

After the Service, Their Majesties will return to Buckingham Palace in a larger ceremonial procession, known as ‘The Coronation Procession’. Their Majesties will be joined in this procession by other Members of the Royal Family.
At Buckingham Palace, The King and The Queen Consort, accompanied by Members of the Royal Family, will appear on the balcony to conclude the day’s ceremonial events.

On Sunday, 7th May 2023, a special Coronation Concert will be staged and broadcast live at Windsor Castle by the BBC and BBC Studios.

The Coronation Weekend will provide an opportunity for friends and family to come together in celebration of the historic occasion. Neighbours and communities will be sharing food and fun at Coronation Big Lunches, in a nationwide act of celebration and friendship.
From a cup of tea with a neighbour to a street party, a Coronation Big Lunch brings the celebrations to your neighbourhood and is a great way to get to know your community a little better.   To help people and communities start their Coronation Big Lunch, Free downloadable resources have been made available online by the Big Lunch team at CoronationBigLunch.com.
Thousands of events are expected to take place in every corner of the United Kingdom this May as people take to their streets, gardens, parks and community spaces to join the Coronation celebrations

Hallam Football Ground on Sandygate Road, (officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as “The Oldest Football Ground in the World”), will be open from 12noon on Sunday, 7th May 2023 to welcome everyone to bring and enjoy their own picnic at one of their many seated areas in this historic setting. Have a drink from their well-stocked bar and socialise with fellow members of the community.

Monday, 8th May 2023, The Big Crosspool Help Out Litter Pick
Meet outside Spar, Sandygate Road (Weather permitting)
10.00-11:30am
Equipment, gloves & high viz vests will be provided.
The Big Help Out is to encourage people to try volunteering for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. An event to bring communities together and create a lasting volunteering legacy from the Coronation Weekend.

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King Charles III’s Coronation – Small Grants Available

King Charles III’s Coronation will take place on Saturday 6th May 2023 at Westminster Abbey in London, it will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.
During the ceremony, the King will be crowned alongside Camilla, the Queen Consort. The ceremony formalises the monarch’s role as the head of the Church of England and marks the transfer of their title and powers.

Throughout the UK coronation celebrations will take place over the bank holiday weekend, ending with “The Big Help Out” on Monday 8th May, which will highlight the impact of volunteering.

Are you planning any celebration events such as street parties, family fun days or a big lunch?

If so, you might be interested in applying for a small grant.

Each Local Area Committee has been allocated £5,000 to support local celebrations. The maximum amount that you can apply for in the South West LAC is £500.

Things we can fund include food and refreshments, decorations and bunting, hire of entertainers, purchase or hire of equipment, staff time and promotions.

If you would like to apply, please complete the attached short form and send it back to SouthwestLAC@sheffield.gov.uk

Kings Coronation Funding Opportunity – Application Form

Please also see below some links to some guidance that might be of use.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 11th April 2023. 

If you need any further information please do get in touch.
SouthwestLAC@sheffield.gov.uk
South West LAC Team

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King Charles III’s Coronation – Small Grants Available

King Charles III’s Coronation will take place on Saturday 6th May 2023 at Westminster Abbey in London, it will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.
During the ceremony, the King will be crowned alongside Camilla, the Queen Consort. The ceremony formalises the monarch’s role as the head of the Church of England and marks the transfer of their title and powers.

Throughout the UK coronation celebrations will take place over the bank holiday weekend, ending with “The Big Help Out” on Monday 8th May, which will highlight the impact of volunteering.

Are you planning any celebration events such as street parties, family fun days, or a big lunch?

If so, you might be interested in applying for a small grant.

Each Local Area Committee has been allocated £5,000 to support local celebrations. The maximum amount that you can apply for in the South West LAC is £500.

Things we can fund include food and refreshments, decorations and bunting, hire of entertainers, purchase or hire of equipment, staff time and promotions.

If you would like to apply, please complete the attached short form and send it back to:- SouthwestLAC@sheffield.gov.uk.
Kings Coronation Funding Opportunity Application Form. pdf

Please also see below some links to some guidance that might be of use.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 11th April 2023. 

If you need any further information please do get in touch.
South West LAC Team
SouthwestLAC@sheffield.gov.uk

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Tribute to Cllr. Anne Murphy

Cllr. Anne Murphy

It was with a deep sense of shock and real sorrow that we heard of the death of Cllr. Anne Murphy.

We are sure that these feelings are shared by all who knew and came into contact with Anne during her many years as Councillor for Crookes and Crosspool and as a previous Lord Mayor of Sheffield

Anne was a kind, caring and compassionate person, always ready to give her help and support to those in need.  She will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Gavin and family at this very sad time.

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Lydgate Junior’s to Benefit from £1bn Redevelopment Scheme

Lydgate Junior School is one of six schools in Sheffield celebrating the news that they have been selected to be part of the Department for Education’s £1bn school rebuilding programme, This takes the number of Sheffield schools to benefit to seven.

The programme includes 239 schools nationwide that will receive funding for their school to be refurbished or rebuilt to support levelling up opportunities across the country. The staff and pupils from each of the six Sheffield schools can now look forward to working and learning in state-of-the-art facilities, setting the school up for high educational standards for all its pupils for decades to come.

Across the School Rebuilding Programme, the rebuilds and refurbishments will create modern education environments and provide new facilities. Redevelopments will also be net zero carbon in operation, helping to meet Sheffield’s net zero ambitions.

While details around the exact amount of funding and timescales for delivery are still to be confirmed, DfE representatives, the local authority- maintained schools and the Sheffield City Council will begin engagement on initial consultation plans.

Further details on the plans and timescales for delivery will be announced in the coming months.

All the schools will remain open throughout the redevelopment.

More information on the school’s rebuilding programme can be found at About the school rebuilding programme – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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Sheffield Dog Park

Sheffield Dog Park wins approval to reopen on the second attempt

A Sheffield dog exercise park in the Rivelin Valley that was told to close because it contravened green belt rules has now won the right to reopen. Full Story in “The Star”

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Covid Vaccination Days

Covid Vaccination Days at
St Columba’s Church

Having posted that we will run our last 2 clinics for this year on Saturday 3rd and 10th December, there has been such a low uptake of appointments that we can’t justify running a full day’s clinic this Saturday, 3rd December so we will only be offering a morning’s clinic, and then reviewing demand for the Saturday 10th December.

For any help or any advice on this, feel free to contact Steve Ellis at the church.
Tele: 0114 2670 006 (answerphone 24/7).