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Celebrating Our Yarn‑Bombers

Crosspool Precinct Pillar Box

Every so often, you turn a corner in our community and stumble upon something that makes you stop and smile, a burst of colour on a grey morning, a tiny knitted robin perched proudly on a pillar box, or even a whole festive tableau with Father Christmas, reindeer, and a snowman.

These delightful toppers, lovingly crafted by local WI members, appear without fuss or announcement. They are gifts of time, talent, and imagination, offered simply to brighten someone’s day.

They lift dull mornings, spark cheerful chats between neighbours, and remind us that creativity flourishes in the everyday spaces we share. Each one is a handmade token of kindness, stitched with care.

So, here’s to the yarn‑bombers: the quiet magicians who weave joy into our streets and make our community feel that little bit more magical.

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Crosspool 2022 Summer Fayre

After the pandemic restrictions  were lifted, we all very much welcomed  getting back to some form of normality, so it was a delight to see our wonderful community come together once again to have lots of fun and enjoy the first Crosspool Summer Fayre since July 2019
A couple of the many children who welcomed Eddie to the Summer Fayre

There’s not a child in Crosspool who hasn’t said ‘Good morning’ to Lydgate Infants School crossing patrol legend Eddy Parton. Every school day up to his last patrol on April 1st, 2021, Eddie, with his reassuring smile, would be on patrol to carefully help children to cross Lydgate Lane safely.
In recognition and appreciation of keeping children safe, Eddie was invited to officially open this year’s Crosspool Summer Fayre on Saturday, July 2nd.

Blessed with good weather, everything from the Bric-a-Brac, Craft, Book, and delicious Food and Drink stalls, to a wide range of fun activities, games, and competitions designed for families to have lots of fun, a superb bouncy castle/slide for the children, and the Holly Hagg Alpacas were kept very busy throughout the afternoon. So much so, that despite the usual indoor entertainment being somewhat curtailed, due to the present spike in Covid, the day was a huge success for the community.

Thank you to the many people and businesses, who donated prizes, bought raffle tickets, donated prizes, and came and supported us on the day.  We would also like to thank the many residents, their families, and friends who helped on stalls and who attended or volunteered at this year’s Summer Fayre.  A fantastic achievement for all involved, especially Steve and Ian who worked incredibly hard coordinating all aspects of the day to ensure that the event was a great success.

2023 Summer Fayre, Saturday July 1st,

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Crosspool Festival Ninth & Penultimate Day

Crosspool Summer Fayre 1.00pm–4.30pm
CDYST, Coldwell Lane Crosspool Sheffield S10 5TL

Crosspool Summer Fayre
2nd July, 1pm -4pm

An Afternoon of Fun, Activities & Musical entertainment for the Whole Family

On the Sports Field a variety of over twenty Stalls along with – Bouncy Castle/Slide; Coconut Shy: Tin-Can: Alley: Splat the Rat: Huck-a-Duck: Pirate and the Princess: Plants & Flowers: Traditional Barrel Organ: Bar: Burger Bar: a Band, and The Holly Hagg Alpaca’s

In the Hall – Tombola: Brica Brac stall: Book stall: Jewellery stall: The Illustrious Belly Dancer, Dee and the children’s favourite entertainer, Barney Baloney with Henry

Entrance:- Adults 50P  Children free

Crosspool W. I. Fashion Show
Stephen Hill Church, Manchester Road, Crosspool , 3.00pm – 5.00pm
Tickets £5 (incl. refreshments)
Tickets from Crosspool Pet Supplies or on the Door.

Wi Fashion Show

Festival Family Fun
St Columbia’s Church.Manchester Road, Crosspool
Circus Activities and a Film Show
“The Greatest Showman”
7.00pm -9.00pm
Tuck Shop. Suggested Donation £3

Sportsman (ember inn), Benty Lane, Crosspool
Live music with Simon Cottingham 9.00pm -11.00pm
Collection for Festival Charities

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Crosspool Women’s Institute

CWiThe Crosspool Women’s Institute (CWI) has an exciting mix of events planned for 2020, something for everyone, the opportunity to get involved in the local community, make friends, learn new skills, listen to interesting speakers, enjoy outings and activities.

The CWI meet twice a month, St Columba Church on the 3rd Monday (7-9pm) and Stephen Hill Methodist Church on the 4th Monday (1-3pm).  Visitors and Members are welcome to go to both or either meeting.

The Crosspool WI always has something going on. Download your hardcopy of their
2020 Programme of Events or pick one up at either Stephen Hill Church, St Columba Church or in the NEST Café

For more information check out the CWI website – http://www.crosspoolwi.moonfruit.com or facebook.com/CrosspoolWI   
Alternatively email the Secretary Leonie Souster: – crosspoolwi@live.co.uk

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