2 The Chronicle, Thursday, 24th November, 2011. www.chronicleseries.co.uk

Christmas at The Railway Are you looking for somewhere to have your Christmas Party?

Why not join us at The Railway Inn for a warm and friendly welcome followed by delicious home-made food.

Churnet Valley Railway

Santa

Steamand

Whether it’s a Work Do, Family Gathering, Friends Reunited or just a good excuse for a party we can cater for you. 2 Courses £12.95 or 3 Course £15.95 Pre order only, deposit required. DJ available upon request

Call 01260 272527

Christmas Day Not booked yet or don’t fancy cooking? We have a limited number of tables available. You will enjoy a stress free day with Home-made food and good company. Book now to avoid disappointment Adults £39.95, Kids (over 12) £24.95

Call 01260 272527

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As Santa strolls through the train with exciting presents for each little boy and girl, sit back and enjoy a magical steam train ride.

As Santa strolls through the train with exciting presents for each little boy and girl, sit back and enjoy a magical steam train ride.

PRE BOOKINGESSENTIALFORSANTA

Winter Warmer Steam Special Wednesday 28th Dec

No booking required

Christmas Gift Vouchers now available for Drive an Engine or

Cauldon Lowe Special Thursday 29th Dec

No booking required

Dining Trains throughout 2012 S PEC I A L !

ALL SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY

Churnet Valley Railway Nr Leek, Staffordshire 01538 758491

One child goes FREE with every two adults

Saturday Dec. 3rd www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk

Car parking at both Cheddleton Station (3 miles south of Leek along the A520) and at Kingsley & Froghall Station (on the A52 Stoke to Ashbourne Road)

THURSDAY, 1st DECEMBER, 2011

at 3.00 p.m.

AUCTION OF ANTIQUES & FINE ARTS

At Brown Street Salerooms Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1QY. Entries include: Three Grandfather Clocks, Georgian, Victorian and

Edwardian Furniture.

A selection of Royal Doulton, Beswick and Moorcroft. Oils including 19th Century Oil by J. W. Morris, Watercolours and

Victorian Prints, Copper, Brass, Silver and Platedware. VIEWING: Wednesday, 30th November, 500 p.m. till 7.00 p.m.

and on day of sale from 12.00 noon

All enquiries to Allan Pickering on 01260 279858/Fax 01260 291053

allan.pickering@whittakerandbiggs.co.uk

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Congleton Choral Society President: Sir Bernard Lovell F.R.S. Reg. Charity No: 515851

Christmas Carol Concert with readings by W. Terry Fox - Cheshire's longest-serving Poet Laureate

Christopher Cromar - Conductor

Congleton Town Hall

Saturday 17th December 2011 @ 7.30 pm

Tickets - £10 Under 16s - £2

Tickets from the Ticket Secretary 01260 276957 Congleton Tourist Information Centre 01260 271095 Online Tickets @ www.congletonchoralsociety.org.uk

CONGLETON BAPTIST CHURCH MEETINGS

AND SERVICES Held at St. John Ambulance,

West Street, Congleton • ‘Omega Course’: 6pm on Sundays in January, March and

May. Topics to include, defending creation, defending the unborn, stewardship of time and resources, and dealing with family relationships • Christmas service and sing along followed by refreshments: Saturday, 10th December at 6.30pm • Informal Christmas family service on 25th December at

10.30am All are warmly invited. Call Pastor Booth for more details on 07530 290496

www.cbaptist.org.uk

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ANTIQUE & COLLECTORS’ FAIR

PAVILION GARDENS, BUXTON Sat. 26th & Sun. 27th November

9.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Admission £2.50 Concessions £2.00

Unicorn Fairs: 07800-508-178

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70/72, Lawton Street, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 2HG. Tel: (01260) 299548

For Business or Pleasure LUNCH AT L’ENDROIT Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Starter and Main Course £11.95 per person

PRIVATE PARTIES CATERED FOR

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Curtains by Design 16, Biddulph Road, Mossley, Congleton (by the Station)

Daytime 01260 277566, evening 01260 275149

asking for Derek or Janet

Backed by over 25 years’ experience in making curtains

NOW AVAILABLE 10 Day made-to-measure Express Curtain Service including Eyelet, Goblet, Triple Pleat, Tab Top Curtains • NEW FABRIC NOW IN - Many Samples available to view • End of Rolls at Discounted Prices • We Specialize in Roman Blinds • Your own fabric made up

Choose everything from the comfort of your own home,

match fabrics with your own interiors Evenings and Saturday appointments available Free measuring quotation and advice, no obligation

FRIENDLY AND PERSONAL SERVICE

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Christmas at Capesthorne 2011

With Large Craft

& Gift Fair Magical Decorations Local School Choirs Musical Entertainment Refreshments on Sale

Father Christmas

Friday, 25th November Hall opens 6.00 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. (Refreshments and Crafts open at 5.00 p.m.) Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th November

Hall opens 1.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. (Refreshments and Crafts open 12.00 noon)

Advance tickets: Adults £7.00 Children (Over 4 years) £3.50 On the gate: Adults £9.00, Children £5.00

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Swim Lessons

At Sandbach School for Boys

Saturdays and Sundays ALL ABILITIES CATERED FOR

Great Pool! Great Teachers! Great 45 min Lessons!

the swim school Call 0870 766 9319 NOW!

www.theswimschool.co.uk

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St. James’

BAZAAR

NEW LIFE CHURCH SATURDAY, 26th NOVEMBER

10 a.m. 3 p.m. ADMISSION 50p

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ST. MARY’S R.C. CHURCH

Christmas Fayre Saturday, 26th November, 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m.

At St. Mary’s Primary School, Belgrave Avenue, Congleton Raffle Tombola Cakes and Sweets Gifts

Groceries Refreshments.

And for the children: Santa Toys, and lots, more!!

Tickets by programme available at the door

Accompanied Children Free

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ANN SUMMERS

PARTY The Railway Inn, 4 Biddulph Road, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 3JS

Tel. 01260 272527 Monday, 5th December,

8.00 p.m. Ladies why not come along to our Ann Summers party and treat yourself (or your man!!) to some of their

Christmassy goodies! Starts at 8 p.m. Please call us for more details on 01260 272527 P7959m

WHEELOCK METHODIST CHURCH

Christmas

Fair SATURDAY, 26th NOVEMBER

11.00 a.m. Lunches available from12 noon

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MOW COP METHODIST CHURCH

Primitive Street CHRISTMAS

FAIR SATURDAY, 26th NOVEMBER, 2011

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Craft Fayre and Table Top Sale

CONGLETON UNITED REFORMED CHURCH

Antrobus Street 26th November, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

FREE ADMISSION Refresments available

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