Care in Crosspool AGM
This is Crosspool
On behalf of the Crosspool community, I extend our sincere thanks to Jack Todhunter for his exceptional video, “This is Crosspool”. Your work brilliantly encapsulates the unique character and charm of our area, and we all deeply appreciate your creative effort.
Beyond gratitude, it’s worth noting how meaningful it is when art reflects local spirit, inspiring community pride and deeper connection among residents.
Crosspool Festival Scarecrow Competition
The scarecrow competition is one of the most anticipated and beloved events of the Crosspool Festival, bringing creativity, community spirit, and a touch of fun to the celebrations.
Whether you’re a seasoned scarecrow maker or trying it for the first time, we can’t wait to see your imaginative creation!
Before you get started, please take a moment to review the important information below. Once you’ve read everything, kindly complete your details on an entry form—either download one or collect one from the “Crosspool Pet Supplies”.
This will enable us to register your entry and ensure you have everything you need to take part. The competition is open to anyone in the Crosspool area.
Display dates: Scarecrows need to be in place for the duration of the festival Friday the 27th of June to Sunday the 6th of July and clearly visible from the Driveway or Pavement outside your home. The scarecrows will be judged during this time.
Thanks to local businesses there are worthwhile prizes up for grabs.
The winner and two runners-up will be announced at the Crosspool Summer Fayre, “SDYST” Coldwell Lane on Saturday 5th July.
Theme: The theme for this year’s competition is ‘On the farm’. You are welcome to create anything you like based upon this theme.
Payment: Please pay £4 (cash) to the Crosspool Pet Supplies on Sandygate Road.
All proceeds will go to the Crosspool Festival Charities.
When making your scarecrow please be sure not to put anything in or on it that could fall off and become harmful to animals and wildlife habitats.
Thank you for joining us—we’re excited to see your masterpiece come to life!
Books wanted for Crosspool Summer Fayre
Book donations wanted for Crosspool Summer Fayre on Saturday 5th July.
Do you have any unwanted books that could find a new home at the Crosspool Summer Fayre book stall?
If you’re able to donate, your contribution would be greatly appreciated!
Kindly drop off your books at 17 Den Bank Drive by 21st June. This will allow the volunteers ample time to sort and organize the books, making it easier for visitors to find the titles they’re looking for at the stall
If you’re having difficulty transporting your books, call 0114 230 9469 or email: crosspoolforum@gmail.com
Crosspool Festival 2025 Creativity
Art, Craft, and Photography Exhibition, 1st & 2nd, July 2025
This July, the Crosspool Festival returns with its highly anticipated two-day exhibition, offering the people of Crosspool a platform to showcase their talents in Art, Craft, and Photography.
This is open to anyone who lives, works, visits, shops, worships, or goes to school in Crosspool.
There is no theme to follow; just show us what you can create.
The exhibition will also feature art and craft demonstrations. If you’d like to showcase your hobby or craft, please email: crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com
Visitors to the exhibition will be able to vote for their favourite entry in the art, craft and photography categories.
The categories for entry are as follows:
Art, Craft, Photography: (two categories for each)
Under 16 years
Everyone over 16 years
In the Photography Exhibition, you can enter up to two images, and the prints can be any size from A5 to A3; they can be print only or be mounted and/or framed.
There is no restriction on the size in the art or craft categories.
Entries will be put on display for everyone to view and admire at St. Columba’s Church, Manchester Road, on Tuesday, 1st, and Wednesday, 2nd, July 2025.
After the exhibition, Cocker & Carr will display in their window some of the entries in the art, craft and photography categories
For further information on all the categories, contact crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com
Flags go up in the Precinct to Mark Victory in Europe
If you stroll through the Crosspool precinct, you will have noticed a striking display of flags hanging above many local shops.
These flags have been raised to commemorate the upcoming Victory in Europe (VE) Day and will continue their proud display until the end of the summer.
The entire initiative was made possible through the efforts and support of Crosspool Forum.
Scouts Spring Fayre
36th Ranmoor Scouts Spring Fayre
Spring Fayre
Saturday 26th April
12:30 – 3-30pm
Benty Lane
(next to Old School House Nursery)
Come and join in the games, crafts, tombola, and raffle. Bag a Bargain at the Toys & Booksale – Enjoy the Refreshments & more
Crosspool Open Meeting
Crosspool Open Meeting, Thursday 24th April, 7pm St. Columba’s Church
Community Speed Watch is a volunteer-driven initiative aimed at tackling speeding. It allows proactive members of the community to work alongside the police to monitor vehicle speeds using approved detection devices. The goal is to educate drivers rather than enforce penalties, with offenders receiving warning letters and, in some cases, police visits.
If you’re interested in getting involved, looking to join a Speed Watch group in this area, or just curious about how it works? Why not come along to this open meeting to find out more
Easter Trail
Good Friday Easter Trail
This Friday 18th April
Carver Field, Hagg Lane, Crosspool
10am till 12noon
For more information visit: childrens(at)stcolumbacrosspoo.org.uk
Crosspool Festival 2025 Creativity
Art, Craft, and Photography Exhibition
This July, Crosspool Festival is again holding its popular two-day exhibition for the people of Crosspool to showcase their creativity in the areas of Art, Craft and Photography.
This is open to anyone who lives, works, visits, shops, worships, or goes to school in Crosspool.
There is no theme to follow; just show us what you can create
There will also be art and craft demonstrations. If you would like to demonstrate your hobby or craft, then email crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com
Visitors to the exhibition will be able to vote for their favourite entry in the art, craft and photography categories.
The categories for entry are as follows:
Art, Craft, Photography: (two categories for each)
Under 16 years
Everyone over 16 years
In the Photography Exhibition, you can enter up to two images, and the prints can be any size from A5 to A3; they can be print only or be mounted and/or framed.
There is no restriction on the size in the art or craft categories.
Entries will be put on display for everyone to view and admire at St. Columba’s Church, Manchester Road, on Tuesday, 1st, and Wednesday, 2nd, July 2025.
After the exhibition, Cocker & Carr will display in their window some of the entries in the art, craft and photography categories
For further information on all the categories, contact crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com
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