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Crosspool Car Boot Sale this Saturday

Rediscover, Reuse, Rejoice. The Crosspool Car Boot Sale is in the Crosspool Tavern Car Park, this Saturday, 6th September 2025. 8:00 am to 11:30 am
To pre-book a £6 pitch, Email: crosspoolforum@gmail.com

The Crosspool Tavern Car Boot Sale is a cherished Saturday tradition. It’s where neighbours, families, and treasure-seekers gather to swap stories, share smiles, and hunt for bargains.
Decluttering isn’t just about tidying; it’s a feel-good ritual, and when your once-loved items find new homes, it’s like passing on a little joy.
With a solid tarmacked site and delicious treats from the Tavern, the atmosphere stays upbeat, whatever the weather.
Whether you’re selling or browsing, there’s magic in uncovering hidden gems and giving them a second life.

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Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime to Attend Crosspool Forum Meeting Tomorrow, Thursday 31 July

Following the merger of the Police and Crime Commissioner role into the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Mayor Oliver Coppard has appointed Kilvinder Vigurs as Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime.

Kilvinder is keen to hear directly from residents about the priorities and concerns relating to policing and crime in our area. We are pleased to confirm that Ms Vigurs has agreed to  attend our next Crosspool Forum meeting, taking place tomorrow, Thursday 31 July at 7:00pm, at St. Columba’s Church, Manchester Road.

Ms Vigurs brings a wealth of experience, having begun her career as a probation officer and most recently served as Regional Probation Director for Yorkshire and the Humber. Her responsibilities include delivering the South Yorkshire Police and Crime Plan, chairing the Local Criminal Justice Board and the Safer Roads Partnership, and overseeing the Violence Reduction Unit.

Working alongside the Mayor, she will help steer improvements in policing and criminal justice services, tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, and commission services that support victims and reduce offending.

This is an important opportunity to have your voice heard, please do come along to St Columba’s Church tomorrow evening and take part in the conversation.

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Car Boot Sale

Car Boot Sale, Crosspool, Tavern Car Park, Saturday, 6th September 2025
8:00 am to 11:30 am
To pre-book a £6 pitch, Email: crosspoolforum@gmail.com 

Decluttering your home can be surprisingly therapeutic, especially when forgotten treasures find new life with someone else.
The Crosspool Tavern Car Boot Sale offers more than bargains; it’s a sunny Saturday tradition where families, friends, and bargain-hunters come together to exchange goods and good cheer.
Rain or shine, the tarmacked site and tasty treats at the Tavern keep spirits high.
Whether you’re selling or browsing, there’s joy in discovering hidden gems and giving items a second chance, plus, it’s a boost for your wallet and the planet.

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Crosspool Ghost Sign

Ghost signs are silent storytellers, etched into the very brickwork of our communities. These faded, hand-painted advertisements offer a nostalgic glimpse into bygone eras, snapshots of commerce, culture, and everyday life.

One striking example lives on the gable end of the Cocker and Carr building: the “Natural No. 1 Processed Peas” sign. Timeworn but enduring, it speaks volumes about the area’s local identity and trading history. Its survival is thanks to the resilient oil-based paints of the past, whose pigments have weathered decades of wind, rain, and urban change.

Now, with the Crosspool Forum seeking to partner with local artist to safeguard this visual relic, its importance becomes even more poignant. Preserving it is more than just restoring a wall, it’s about protecting a piece of living heritage.

That it has remained so legible is a testament to past craftsmanship. Losing it would mean losing a window into the soul of Crosspool and that’s something too precious to fade away and disappear forever.

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Scarecrow Competiton Results

A Farmyard Festival of Fun!

The 2025 community scarecrow competition brought the countryside to our doorsteps with this year’s theme: “On the Farm.” From front gardens to schoolyards, a whimsical wave of straw-stuffed creations popped up across the neighbourhood, each one bursting with charm and imagination.
Think mooing cows with cheeky grins, hens donning bonnets, and tractors made from wheelbarrows! The standard was sky-high, making the judges’ job delightfully difficult. With so much talent on display, every corner turned revealed another masterpiece.
Hats off to all who took part—you turned Crosspool into a patchwork of playful rural magic!

After careful consideration scrutinising all the scarecrows entered, Rob & Jan at “Pet Supplies” chose the following winner and runners-up.

First Prize winner – “Clarkson and his Cow” Denbank Avenue, receives a certificate and a £25 voucher kindly donated by Green Cross Chemist, Crosspool.

First runner-up – “Henelope” Lydgate Hall Crescent, receives a certificate and a voucher for two fish & chip dinners kindly donated by the Crosspool Fish Bar, Crosspool.

Second runner-up – “Superhero farm to fork” Sandygate Road, receives a certificate and a £20 voucher kindly donated by Hudsons Kitchen, Crosspool.

On behalf of the community of Crosspool, we would like to take this opportunity to give a big” Thank You” to Jane Saxton and family for organising this year’s scarecrow competition, and also to express our gratitude to Rob & Jan for making the time in their busy diaries to support the Crosspool community by selecting this year’s winners.

Thank you to everyone who entered this year’s competition. The organisers hope that the variety of entertaining individual creations encourages everyone to enter next year’s competition.

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Exhibit Winners

After two days of enthusiastic public voting, the winning exhibits have been revealed!
Thom from Cocker & Carr had the honour of announcing the results and generously sponsored all the prizes: £15 for each winner and £10 for the runners-up.
You can admire all the shortlisted entries on display in the windows of Cocker & Carr (estate agents), pop by and take a look!

Art

  • Under 16s: – 1st prize. “Man with Guitar” by Daniel Lott. 
    2nd prize, “Women with Headgear” by Matthew Lott.
  • Adults: –        1st prize, “The Sportsmen, Crosspool” by Lynne Rossiter.
      2nd prize, “Castleton” by Linda Glover.

Craft   

  • Under 16s: – One entry and prize, “Crochet Animals” by Lauren Kirkland.
  • Adults: –         1st prize “St Ives Cushion” by Chloe Haines.
    2nd prize “Needle Felted Fungi” by Amy Barrett.

Photography

  • Under 16s: – 1st prize, “Macro Jumping Spider” by Toby Jones.
       2nd prize, “The Best Dog in the world” by Oliver Barrett.
  • Adults: –         1st prize, “Kestrel and Capture, Crookes Cemetery” by Eddie Sherwood.   
    2nd prize, “Tranquillity” by Eric Stevens.
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Crosspool Street Market a Big Success

The street market buzzed with life and colour, bursting with stalls offering everything from delicious food and homemade cakes to plants, crafts, jewellery, clothing, and books. Live entertainment added to the festive atmosphere, with music from the band,” C’est la Vie”, an energetic performance by “Shimmy School dancers”, and heartwarming songs from Lydgate Infant School children!


Visitors to the street market took the opportunity to admire this year’s wonderful Well Dressing at the top of Selborne Road, which remains on display until the end of this week!

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Crosspool Festival Art, Craft & Photography Exhibition

Crosspool Festival Art, Craft & Photography Exhibition – Now Open! 

Step inside St Columba’s Church to explore over 70 stunning exhibits, including 13 created by talented young people under 16.

Open today until 5pm and again tomorrow from 10am to 5pm. 

Don’t miss the announcement of the public vote winners—happening at 4:45pm on Wednesday!

Enjoy live demonstrations of artistic techniques and craft skills throughout the exhibition. Plus, take a behind-the-scenes look at how 25 dedicated volunteers brought this year’s well dressing to life, captured in a special video on display.

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Crosspool 2025 Summer Fayre this Saturday

The Crosspool Summer Fayre, this Saturday at the CDYST on Coldwell Lane, is shaping up to be a fantastic community celebration, with sunny skies forecast and plenty of outdoor fun in store

But even if the weather takes a cheeky turn, there’s no need to worry, this year’s event is ready for anything, with a wide range of indoor activities lined up to keep the atmosphere buzzing.

Thanks to thoughtful planning and a cheerful dose of Crosspool spirit, it’s the perfect chance for neighbours and friends to come together and enjoy the best of summer—whatever the weather may bring.