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I
was absolutely shell-shocked to learn of the
recent death of Uttoxeter’s Dean Arnold at the
age of 49....
‘Deano’ was such a warm-hearted man who was
a Uttoxeter Town Football Club stalwart for many decades. His inspiring character
was unique and we had many conversations about football and horseracing on the
verandah outside Oldfields Sports and Social Club, sipping a pint and enjoying the
craic.
Dean played for the Town before managing the Sunday side and the reserves
before he was appointed boss of the Saturday 1st team where he exhibited his superb
leadership skills to take the team into the top four of the Midland League this season.
He had a wonderful way of improving and getting the best out of young players who
looked up to him and carried out his football strategy.
His calm and quiet voice never wavered and he was respected both in football
and in life itself for being a true, down-to-earth man who loved his family and
friends.
I would like to send my sincerest condolences to Dean’s wife Helen, children
George and Ella May, brother Rob ‘Wobbly’ and other family members.
‘Deano,’ we will all miss you so much mate…
It looks like this Coronavirus is going to get a loss worse in the UK, judging by
the steady rise in folk infected. I believe planning for the worst scenario is correct
and the Government must listen to the doctors and scientists for their advice. Every
so often a virus does cause many deaths around the world so let’s hope a vaccine can
be created soon.
You see on the TV people wearing face masks which I’m pretty sure can’t protect
them from the virus but I suppose it makes them feel as though they have a little
protection.
We need to look after our older people in our area as they are the most vulnerable
so please keep an eye out to see if anyone is in need of help.
This Coronavirus could get nasty so let’s all heed the Government’s warnings and
keep personal hygiene at the top of the agenda.
I hope you enjoy reading this issue of The Voice colour magazine.
Speak to you soon
Nigel Titterton, Editor & Publisher
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Local Housing Market Report
by George Brandrick
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A
s we embark on 2020, it’s been refreshing to see
first-hand some much needed confidence in
the property market. The New Year has
brought a significant increase in demand from
property hunters following the General Election result.
During this first quarter on the year, we are
typically used to seeing a lower volume of new
properties coming to the market, which in turn, results
in a higher buying demand. As the year progresses into
Spring and Summer, that balance will slowly start to
lean towards more properties being listed than actual
sales, which is why Quarter 1 is typically an excelling
sale period. Home owners thinking of selling are
encouraged to list their properties prior to the summer-
rush.
Those in local ST14 and ST10 areas will see the
ever-growing development of new build property; a
change which upsets some, but brings new life and
opportunity for others. It’s important that the local
infrastructure is able to support these new changes,
with schooling, transport and retail being areas for
improvement. With the Spring Budget
approaching, I hope to see housing as a priority
for the new Chancellor. In an attempt to
encourage spending, I hope to see him tackling
long-standing issues such as improvements in
affordable housing and relaxation of stamp duty
land tax. Projected property prices in the East
Midlands remain at a 2% annual increase
(according to Knight Frank market forecast).
Finally, a few words of the upmost
condolences that go to the family of Dean
‘Deano’ Arnold. A Uttoxeter legend who touched
the lives of all those around him. A life taken far
too soon. RIP mate.
The Uttoxeter staff featured on the front cover
are: Luke Saltinstall - Branch Manager, Michelle
Ashley - Sales Progression, George Brandrick -
Associate Director, Gina Mottram - Sales
Negotiator, Craig Swinfield - Senior Sales
Negotiator, Matthew Rowley - Mortgage Director

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ttoxeter Town Council is making plans for a
greener, more wildlife friendly Uttoxeter. It
wants to help plants and animals thrive, by
working with developers and landowners to balance
the loss of places for wildlife to live and overcome the
impact of climate change.
The Town Council has set up a new committee to
drive the initiative, the “Uttoxeter Nature Recovery
Network” and is consulting with residents and local
organisations on how best to help wildlife thrive in the
town. Deputy Mayor Councillor Carolyn Green, who
chairs the committee said:
“A thriving natural world is vital for human health
and well-being, yet we know that globally and locally
wildlife and our green plants are under threat from
human developments, pollution, and climate change.
We need to fight back on behalf of our countryside and
wildlife by working together to protect and enhance
our natural world. Uttoxeter is a brilliant place to do
this, because we have so many groups and committed
people who are already turning Uttoxeter into a greener
town. We need to reach out to people to get everyone
involved so we are consulting widely as possible with
groups and residents to develop the initiative.
“We have written an outline plan, and this is
included in our consultation document. The
consultation will take place from 2nd to 30th March
2020. We are sending out our consultation document
to many organisations and individuals and we are
publishing an online survey, which will be available on
the Town Council Website and Facebook. Interested
people can pick up a copy of the consultation
document from the Town Hall.”
Committee Member Dave Trenery said: “We need
to start small but grow big. Initially we will focus our
efforts on making Uttoxeter a hedgehog friendly town,
but we hope that this will grow into an initiative which
can embrace people of all ages, schools, local
organisations, and developers and local business”.
Town Mayor Councillor Sue McGarry welcomed
the initiative and said: “people everywhere are
concerned about climate change, pollution and what
that is doing to our wildlife and our communities. This
initiative is an opportunity for people to address some
of these issues and make a difference locally. We can
help wildlife and help ourselves at the same time.”
If you would like more information about the
initiative contact Uttoxeter Town Council at
info@uttoxetertowncouncil.org.uk, telephone 01889
564085.
Town Council plans for a greener Uttoxeter

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hall . As the cast contained 34 actors, plus the brilliant
singers, and dancers it is impossible to give everyone a
personal mention, although they all deserve it.
Thanks to the Alton Handbell Ringers for guest
appearances in three of the shows, front of house and
backstage without whose help no show could function.
The wonderful programmes and posters by Stephen
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The Denstone Players Pantomime
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riends of Alton Challenge and Fun Run held their Annual
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Alton, The White Hart.
The secretary, Maggie Trevor, reported on the success of
the2019 Alton Challenge and Fun Run, held in October 2019,
which had a new route and a new initiative, The Pub Challenge
Relay, This attracted five teams from Alton competing for the
inaugural Alton Pub Challenge Trophy, now displayed in the
hands of the winning pub team, The Bulls Head.
The Chair, Julian Beattie, outlined plans for further
developments for 2020 for this community based event, including
extending the relay to other work or school based teams, increasing
efforts to cut waste and looking into a 10k event. He gave thanks
to the committee members and all the volunteers who continue to
make this event possible.
The AGM was followed by a “Cheese and Nibbles” Social, to
show appreciation to all the volunteers and sponsors.
Representatives from the two charities supported by the Alton
Challenge and Fun Run, Sharon Ball on behalf of Moorlands Home
Link and Eleanor Smyth on behalf of North Staffs Mind, received
cheques for £250.
Plans for the 2020 Alton Challenge and Fun Run are underway
with the event planned for early October. Villagers and the
community of Alton can start their training now!
Cheques presented to Eleanor Smyth from North Staffs Mind (left),
Julian Beattie (Chair) and Sharon Ball form Moorland Home Link
(right).

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published on 24 February 2020,
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Picknalls First School is located
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Mrs Anne Tapp, Headteacher of Picknalls First School, said:
“I have never been so ‘Proud to be Picknalls!’ I couldn’t have a
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areas we are most passionate about. Our children are an absolute
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are outstanding. We simply believe in our school motto of ABC -
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Behaviour and Attitudes outstanding
Personal Development outstanding
Leadership and Management good
Early Years Provision good
Picknalls is a school of 326 pupils where every child is known and
is supported to be the best that they can be. Parents and carers
were overwhelmingly positive when talking to the team of
inspectors at the school gate and on parent view. Children can
join the school from the age of 2 or Reception at age 4.
Mr Sid Slater, Chair of The Uttoxeter Learning Trust said: “I would
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‘At the heart of leaders’ ambitions are pupils and their families.
Pupils thrive and the school’s aims, ‘achieve, believe and care,’ are
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‘Pupils recall interesting facts because the curriculum really does
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‘Pupils are confident and happy in school. They are safe and
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volunteers. The staff always treat pupils and their families with
dignity and respect.’
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Picknalls First School, Oldfields Road, Uttoxeter ST14 7QL
Telephone: 01889 228700
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he first two months of
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The January and February
main meetings were well
attended and of great interest.
In January we learned all
about the West Midlands Air
Ambulance Service from Sally
McMahon, a volunteer with
the service and eulogized
about it’s outstanding
achievements.
Then, in February, Jess
and Will Hulme gave a most
informative illustrated talk on
Ecuador where they had
recently spent several weeks
living with and learning from
the local people about the
hugely varied ecosystems
there.
That evening we were also
especially pleased to be told
we had won a grant of £289.99
from the Tom Boden Sports
Trust. Viv Edwards had
applied on our behalf hoping
that if successful we would be
able to put the money towards
buying a set of curling stones.
We were pleased to welcome
David Boden who presented
Vice-president Gill Brown
with the cheque.
Finally, February finished
with a bang! Denstone WI
sent two teams to take part in
the Staffordshire Federation
annual quiz, and - not wishing
to sound too triumphant - our
first team came away with a
victory over more than
seventy other teams. What a
year 2020 is turning out to be!

T
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2020 enjoys its
11th year on the
rolling greenfields
at Uttoxeter
racecourse this
May 29th.
The un-
plugged event is a
precious jewel in
the annual UK
music calendar,
this year the
eclectic music line
up sees more
from the70’s and
80s icons, with
Lindisfarne folk
rock Geordie
giants with hit
singles ‘Lady Eleanor’, ‘Run for home’, ‘Meet me on the corner’ play Saturday as
does punk icon Charlie Harper, Ska legend, Grammy award winner King
Hammond & The Rude Boy Mafia, rock & blues from Climax Blues band and
Never The Bride plus a rare opportunity to see 80’s icons Sad Café. Sea shanty’s
and Irish classics on Friday from 18 piece headliners The Old Time Sailors and
swing blues from legendary, King Pleasure and the biscuit boys.
A full roots - rock flavour on Sunday, with The Quireboys, MerryHell, Radio
Murphy, 5 Hills High, Newcranes, Big Stone Gap, TV Smith and music of The
Beautiful South… etc
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ttoxeter Racecourse have
revealed a fantastic line-up of
music in 2020. A full spectrum
of live music and DJ performances will
appear across many race fixtures in
2020. From globally renowned musical
and celebrity icons to local talented
bands, they are all set to take centre stage
to bring an action-packed entertainment
schedule to a series of exciting race days
next year.
Racegoers will enjoy live
performances from:
• Mr Wilson’s Second Liners & Radio
Murphy on Saturday March 14th at
Marston’s 61 Deep Midlands Grand
National
• Foaming Pints on Saturday March
28th at Beer & Gin Jamboree
Raceday
• Rick Astley will perform on Saturday
May 16th at Music Live Raceday
• Martin Kemp will DJ live on
Thursday June 11th at Ladies Night
• Radio Murphy on Sunday June 28th
at BET 365 Summer Cup
• Complete Madness on Tuesday July
7th at Party in the Paddock
Racenight
• Rylan Clark-Neal will share his
favourite DJ classics on Friday July
24th at Ladies Day
• Craig Charles the funk and soul icon
will DJ on Friday October 30th at
Winter Ladies Day
• Radio Murphy on Saturday
November 14th at Marston’s Beer
Festival
Along with music performances
Uttoxeter have seven themed days
including Ascot Garden Party and
Oktoberfest bringing additional
entertainment to race goers.
Uttoxeter Racecourse will host for
the 11th year The Acoustic Festival of
Britain from Friday May 29th until May
31st 2020. Over 30 artists will perform
including Lindisfarne, Sad Café, Climax
Blue’s Band, BBC Radio 2 Mark
Radcliffe and for the punk lovers The
Accoustic Buzzcocks, Charlie Harper
and TV Smith. To view a full line up and
to purchase tickets please visit
www.uttoxeter-racecourse.co.uk/whats-
on/acoustic-festival-of-britain
David MacDonald Executive
Director at Uttoxeter Racecourse says
“We have an incredible line up of music
in 2020, something that will appeal to all
genres. My personal favourite is The
Acoustic Festival of Britain, in particular
seeing The Acoustic Buzzcocks perform
but I look forward to welcoming all
artists to Uttoxeter Racecourse.”
Fantastic line-up of music in
2020 at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Rylan Clark-Neal
Craig Charles
Rick Astley
Martin Kemp

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C
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the world of ‘Annie,’ the well loved 1976
classic musical which depicts the life of
Annie, an orphan living in New York in 1933
during the Great Depression who gets adopted
by Mr Warbucks, a millionaire businessman, and
manages to escape the orphanage of Miss
Hannigan.
The sold out production at Painsley was
created by a team of over 100 students fromYears
7-13, who were not only performers, but stage
managers and technicians too.
There was even an appearance from Evie as
special guest dog to play the role of Sandy, much
to the delight of the audiences.
The musical was a complete team effort being
led by Miss Chloe Hickey, the drama teacher at
Painsley. Miss Hickey was assisted by 3 student
directors, all in Y13 at Painsley Sixth Form, who
helped to direct and choreograph the
performance, and with vocal coaching by Mrs
April Reardon-Davies.
The musical was a wonderful opportunity to
allow students to enhance their performance

skills within a‘professional’context, working with peers
they may not have known otherwise. Taking part in a
full scale musical, whether as a performer or backstage,
is something that every student should be proud of.
With huge numbers such as ‘Hard Knock Life’ and
‘Tomorrow,’ the cast excelled in all areas, giving an
outstanding performance on both nights with fantastic
choreography and singing. The students’ hard work in
the months leading up to the musical was extremely
evident, with synchronised choreography and
energetic vocals.
The lead cast members gave outstanding
performances, retelling the classic musical with huge
amounts of passion and talent. Definitely young people
to keep an eye out for in the years to come!
One audience member commented: “It was
fabulous and the best school play I have ever watched
- great credit to teachers, 6th Formers and Painsley
students - not one error in the whole of the
performance!”
Well done to all involved! Catch next year’s musical
at Painsley Catholic College from 10th-12th February
2021!
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ean WI meet at Christchurch Hall, Tean on the first Tuesday
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sometimes hands-on have-a-go. Our first meeting this year was on
February 4th when we had a social evening with crafting which
included lots of laughter. A visitor and prospective new member
commented ‘I didn’t realise the WI was like this, I’m really enjoying
myself’. So, ladies do come along and see what we do, you are
assured of a warm welcome, lots of fun, tea and cake!
Our annual fundraising event is a Fashion Show on April 2nd
at Checkley Community Centre commencing 7.30 pm when
several of our members will be modelling the clothes. It is always
a fun night so do come along. In true WI fashion there will be
plenty of tea and cake.
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tickets please contact Sue on 01538 723409 or via Tean WI
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Call 01889 358189
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main meals, homemade
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We also serve afternoon
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I
t has been a very busy
time for Tean WI during
the past couple of
months. Our Membership
has begun to rise, which we
hope is due to advertising
and inviting ladies to join us.
We are trying to raise our
profile here in Tean and on
facebook.
During the past few
months we have had a
cookery demo, Jenny West,
who cooked and amused us
all evening. In the New Year
we had our celebratory 99th
birthday meal in Boundary,
close to Cheadle. And YES
IT IS our Centenary Year
next year. We are busily
organising events, special
speakers, displays and lots of
other things to make 2021 a
special year for us. The WI
came Britain in 1915, and
Tean ladies met for the first
time in January 1921. We are
still here celebrating our
history. Our February
meeting was devoted to
crafts – we all made
sunflowers, hanging
decorations, and learned all
about Froshiki – the art to
wrapping parcels in a square
of material – it was amazing.
We have also had our
first ‘ladies who lunch club’
meal of the year in February.
We do try to meet on
alternative months. This is
our special time to enjoy
each others company over a
good meal. This month we
visited a restaurant close to
Stafford.
Last week we entered 2
Teams into the annual
Staffordshire WI Quiz. The
theme was orange and 20/20
Vision. There were over 50
teams. The room looked
lovely, everyone had made
such an effort. We dressed in
black with orange scarves,
and all our buffet food was
orange! There were a few
tables that stood out. As of
today I don’t know who won.
Why don’t you go onto the
SFWI fb page and find out!
While you are there you can
see some of the wonderful
things we do, locally &
nationally. Tean WI have a fb
page too; please take a
minute to access this and see
what we do locally.
We meet on the 1st
Tuesday of each month in
Upper Tean in the evening.
Please ring either of the
telephone numbers below for
more details. We’d Love to
see you. The speaker at our
March meeting is a lady
talking about Cheese &
Chutney. We have craft days
every month, where you can
bring your own craft and
have a natter, or just come
and have a natter!
Sue on 01538 723409 or
Janet on 01538 724112

F
ollowing Cheadle Flower Club’s annual meal and
AGM held at The Ramblers Retreat, the first
Floral Demonstration meeting of 2020 took place
at the usual venue, the Guild Hall in Cheadle with the
popular Sue Dix.
Valentines day recently ‘Love is in the Air’ was a
fitting title for her first arrangement in a large bowl.
Contorted Hazel framed the mimosa before
adding Tulips and Hyacinths and pussy willow
including some in red. At the same time telling us
about the fun of her Valentines card.
On that thought, hearts added to the vase finished
off albeit it an hand tied design. Sue explained how to
obtain the modern framework, using wire, bubble wrap
and Hessian. Using stunning Red Freedom Roses.
Added to the side of this design was the pack a slug
pellets, which also went into the raffle because these
were mentioned in the talk!
Carrying on with a long continental design, Roses,
Gerbera, Alstroemeria, Antirrhinums plus a few blue
Iris and the red Pussy Willow. One done earlier gave a
second placement to the joy of the audience.
A glass container sprayed gold showed off the
musical triangles Sue had made from foam board.
Flower Arrangers collect and make all kinds of
mechanics, this worked so well with the Fatsia, Ruscus,
Hypericum, Camellia, Anthuriums, even a Orchid and
Brassica, (Floral cabbage)!
Continuing her talk about a visit with her daughters
to Buckingham Palace, Mother of the Bride in mind a
Hat box came out. Amongst the Ruscus and Eucalyptus
went Lilies and Tulips completed with Gypsophila and
Peacock Feathers. Another gasp from the ladies as Sue
brought out two more she’d done earlier.
The ladies were thoroughly impressed not only by
the visual effect on stage but as Heather said when she
gave the vote of thanks. For an interesting and
enjoyable evenings entertainment and the wonderful
floral arrangements to take home.
The Chairman Sheila, gave out leaflets and
programmes with the club information,
reminding everyone that there is a Mothers Day
Workshop next month always popular to have
a go oneself. And an Area Workshop at
Cockshutt.
And that help is needed in this our Special
Emerald Anniversary Year, when the Flower
Club take part in Cheadle Arts Festival, once
again organising an Afternoon Tea Dance 7th
June.
And about the Special Garden Visit.
Further details from Sheila 07974577572
(Diane can be contacted on 01538 754770)
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ohn and Jennifer were married on 16th
November 2019 at Standon All Saints
Church, Staffordshire by the Rev. Stephen
MacKenzie. The couple met indirectly through
Dougie Mac Support Group as they both lost
their partners in 2016.
Jennifer’s friends persuaded her to go to
Ballroom dancing lessons in Cheadle where she
met John who had no dancing partner and the
relationship developed from there.
Both John and Jennifer are now retired.
Jennifer worked as an accountant for a local
pottery firm in Longton while John previously
worked for Johnson Matthey for 25 years at their
Burslem site as an export sales man. John spent
much of his working career travelling to Spain,
Portugal, South America, Scandinavia and Russia
on business. John and Jennifer also love Portugal
where John and family had lived
for several years in the 1960’s
and still has many friends there.
One of John’s old Army mates
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Wedding.
John and Jennifer still enjoy
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Tenerife, where they spent their
honeymoon. They also hope to
go on a coach trip around
Europe.
Between the two they have 5
children and 11 grandchildren.
Leigh, Jennifer’s grandaughter
gave her away, while John’s
grandaughter’s Lydia and Abigail were ushers at
the wedding. Most of the family live locally, but
one of Johns son’s David and his wife Frances
flew from Seattle in the USA to attend the
Wedding. Later this year John and Jennifer will
fly back to Seattle to attend their Grandson’s
wedding which they are really looking forward
to.
The reception was held at The Manor in
Cheadle where 70 guests had an excellent
wedding breakfast hosted by Peter and Ann.
In the evening the Groom and Best Man
entertained guests with a singing and guitar duo,
later followed by a disco until 12 midnight
The Couple asked for any Wedding Gifts to
be donations to The Douglas MacMillan and are
very grateful to have been able to donate £700.00
to the Charity.
Bride and Groom - Jennifer Hassall – originally from Longton
(retired), Malcolm John Addison (retired)
Best Man - Paul Broadley – Groom’s friend and Neighbour
Maid of Honour - Leigh Turner (Bride’s Grandaughter)
Ushers - Abigail Addison and Lydia Addison – Groom’s
Grandaughters
Ceremony - All Saints Church, Standon
Reception - The Manor, Cheadle
Photography - Denise Wheat Photography

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Story edited & prepared for “The voice” by Bill
Woodier 2020. I came across this while searching on-
line for information for another article & the Editor
agrees it is ideal for publication in The Voice.
Bill Woodier
Part 2
W
hen I was a child there were deer in
Oldfields Park where the Leisure Centre
now is. When they got out of the Park my
father had to sort it out and get them back.
My mother having been a tailoress for the Ladies’
Court in London we were naturally brought up to sew.
My mother never bought any clothes as she always
made them herself.We had 6d a week pocket money. In
those days the lavatory or toilet as it is called nowadays
was outside and we had to draw our water from a well.
When I was a girl living at Oldfields Cottage there
were no houses in Holly Road. My friend Olive James,
Bob Barker’s aunt, lived at Copes Park Farm in Byrds
Lane and the only other house was The Moorlands near
the corner of Holly Road where Mrs Harris, who had
an ironmonger’s shop in Market Square, lived. The rest
was all fields. Uttoxeter Town Council bought Copes
Park Farm for building and soon after the council
houses were built there. Weaver Lodge was then a
house owned and lived in by Robert Bamford with his
wife whose maiden name was a Hawthorn. Mr
Hawthorn, a solicitor in the Market Place, lived there
after them and now it is a pub. At the end of Grange
Road at its junction with Holly Road was the
Workhouse for people with no homes or people who
were on the road. In those days there were many
homeless tramps about.
Hawthornden Manor was owned by another
branch of the Bamford family, Samuel Bamford who
also married a Hawthorn. Later it was bought by Sam
Elkes of Elkes Biscuits fame and later sold for
development. The Hermitage Rest Home on Holly
Road was given to the town by a member of the
Bamford family, Dr Charles Bamford. After his death
in 1934 his wife Mary Ellen Bamford had the eight
black and white bungalows in Holly Road built for old
and distressed people of Uttoxeter to be run by a trust.
Joseph Bamford lived at St. Mary’s Mount in Holly
Road now a retirement home. He was the grandfather
of Joseph Cyril Bamford who founded JCB the now
world-renowned makers of earth moving machines.
There was also a member of the Bamford family,
Samuel’s son, who lived at Eversley House in Bramshall
Road. In those days everyone looked up to the
Bamfords who were Catholics and many people
became Catholics because of this.
The Harley Jones family lived at Heath House when
I was a child. It is now a clinic. Mr Rushton had a
greengrocer’s shop in Carter Street and also went
around the streets with his horse Billy and his cart
selling groceries. He would be out quite late at night on
his rounds and had a lamp so that people could see his
produce. Mr Lewis ran a taxi service from premises in
New Street. His wife used to play the piano at the old
cinema, the Flea Pit we called it, down Queen Street.
The films in those days were silent and had no sound
whatsoever so Mrs Lewis provided a musical
background varying the music and the tempo
according to what was happening on the screen. The
Cinema owned by Mr Thorley was very popular.
Memories of Uttoxeter (1919-1990)
As told to Jim Foley
Dora & parents rear of Oldfields Cottage 1970’sMr Rushton delivering in Hawthornden Close with
Hawthornden Manor to the rear
Part 7
L
ittle did I know at that time, (1950’s), that many
years later, I would be the Senior Technical
Officer of the station, running the department
responsible for maintaining all the equipment required
for the Operational Role of what was officially CSOS
Cheadle, but still known locally as “The Air Ministry”.
It had changed from RAF Cheadle under the Air
Ministry, to CSOS Cheadle as part of GCHQ in 1964
and was fully civilian manned from that time.
I’ve added this copy of a painting which depicts
RAF Cheadle as it was during WW2. This view had
changed little, except for the aerial mast positions,
which the painter used artistic licence to indicate RAF
Cheadle’s role during WW2, by the time it closed in
May 1995.
The painting is by Peter Swanborough, I’m sure there
will be a few readers who will remember him, as I do
from our time at Alleynes, Uttoxeter, in the first half of
the 1950’s. Peter’s father, Wing Commander
Swanborough was the most notable senior officer in the
life of RAF Cheadle. More on him in Part 8. I was to meet
up with Peter after he wrote a letter asking if he could visit
the Station for old times’ sake; this I was delighted to
agree to and this painting is the result of his visit. This
was after the Station had ceased Operation of course.
Peter presented three copies of his painting one to me as
Senior Technical Officer, one to the Senior Operational
Officer & one for the archives at GCHQ in Cheltenham.
Erratum
In the first part of this article I suggested that my
Grandad & Dad moved to Rocester to work as
Blacksmiths for the Woodseat Estate. They both did but
at different times. Family records, stated the Woodiers
moved BACK to Rocester in 1883 after Aunt Eliza had
finished her education, she was 11 years old at the time.
Eliza’s daughter, Joyce provided the handwritten notes
which gave this information. Joyce was born in
Rocester in 1904, two years before my mother & was
referred to as “Aunty Joyce” out of respect.
I have complete faith in the accuracy of her notes,
Eliza who lived nearby, had lived to 77-plenty of adult
years with Joyce to recount her past. We know Grandad
died that year in Rocester, and Dad was only 8 years
old. I believe it is highly likely that Grandad had lived
in Rocester & worked as a blacksmith for the Woodseat
Estate, for several years prior to 1883, as he married a
Mayfield girl in 1864, Emma the daughter of James
Gaunt, Shoemaker from Rocester, Grandad’s profession
on the marriage certificate is Blacksmith.
These facts also strengthen the case for my Dad
having been trained & employed as a blacksmith by
Woodseat. The 1901 census shows Dad was employed
as a Blacksmith, I suggest that this was at the Coach
House, owned by Woodseat Estate, which was next
door to 15 Ashbourne Road, by then the family home.
From Rocester Garage to
Air Ministry Cheadle...
by Bill Woodier, formerly of Rocester, now living in Cheadle

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construction and agricultural industry marked its
milestone ‘birthday’ recently with a pledge to raise
£50,000 for children’s charity the NSPCC.
The money was raised by a series of fundraising
activities throughout 2020 – and to kick-start the
campaign, JCB Finance is donating a JCB 8008 micro
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going to the charity.
Set up on February 12th, 1970 under the name JCB
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business customers and supports the JCB UK dealer
network, facilitating the purchase of more than 250,000
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JCB Finance Managing Director Paul Jennings –
who has worked for the firm for 41 years – said: “As we
turn 50, we want to say a special thank you to our
customers and dealers for their trust in allowing us to
handle billions of pounds over the years on their behalf.
Some businesses have dealt with us for three
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are trusted as knowledgeable partners.
“There have been radical changes to the way
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“Throughout our history, we’ve made sure that we
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world, we are committed to having ‘boots on the
ground’. Customers can choose how we serve them,
whether direct, on-line, via the JCB dealer network or
our team of Specialist Managers in the field.”
Last year, JCB Finance celebrated another milestone
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Lank’s Lore
By Steve ‘Lank’ Lavin
Golden Memories from one of Uttoxeter’s Favourite Characters
W
ell we are finally out of Europe and into our
2nd month of our exit, thank goodness the
fiasco is all over - it certainly took the
powers that be, long enough, but thanks to our PM
Boris we finally got what the majority of the British
pubic wanted and rightfully so, that is why we voted
them in for in the first place, to respect us the
electorate’s, wishes.
I don’t know about you but but I haven’t noticed any
earth shattering changes up to now, but I suppose we
shall wait and see if us, who voted to leave, made the
right decision - it’s early days yet!
I know one thing though, the Euro/Pound rate has
certainly improved. When I went on holiday to
Portugal towards the end of last year the rate was 105
Euros to the pound, at the time of writing this column
it was then 115 Euros to the pound, not a fortune I will
admit but every little helps when everything you but
nowadays seems to have gone up in price.
To me the whole idea of a single currency was a
barmy idea in the first place. No-one has benefited
from it as far as I can see and luckily we kept to our own
currency.
In last month’s column I wrote about the terrible
floods that we encountered before, during and after the
Christmas period. This problem has certianly not
improved with in the last few weeks we have suffered 2
great storms following the destruction caused by Storm
Ciara. The UK is now in the midst of Storm Dennis, (at
this time of writing this column). Forecasters have
warned this storm is likely to cause more destruction
than Ciara, ominously referring to it as a ‘bomb
cyclone’ due to its rapidly strengthening nature.
Good gracious when is the weather going to
improve I wonder.
I’ll tell you something though, looking on the bright
side (sorry for the pun) whoever is responsible for
naming these storms will never be out of a job unless
the situation improves!!
Anyway, hopefully summer will be soon here after
we have passed the commercialism of the Easter period
(I have noticed Easter Eggs have been on sale in some
of the supermarkets since before Christmas) holy
strewth, words fail me!! And we can enjoy the better
weather and the events that go with it.
Last year back in July one event which took place
was the Uttoxeter & Ashbourne Sheep Fair and really
did prove by the number of people that attended that
Joe Public in the area has not foregone supporting these
worthwhile events the monthly Makers Market is
another very successful day.
So why is that the Saturday and Wednesday markets
in Uttoxeter and other towns of similar size, have
almost fizzled out into none existance, after all they are
all based on the same factor really and that is selling
goods off a market stall in the street, regardless of what
they are?
The atmosphere and friendly banter between the
stallholders and buying public is still the same whether
or not it is specialist products or run of the mill items
at bargain prices, it does not matter, to me it is a nice
change from traipsing round a supermarket all the time
to get your weekly goods and does support the little
man’s livelyhood instead of quaffing the coffers of the
giant multiples.
I hope that the situation improves - it wil lbe a great
shame and loss to the town if the markets disappear
altogether after being in existence for hundreds of
years.
After all there are still other towns in the area that
still have a thriving market scene Bakewell and
Penkridge being 2 examples so where is Uttoxeter going
wrong I wonder to make shopping at the market here
so unattractive? After all, I have said earlier Uttoxeter
can attract the shopping publics interest the Makers &
Sheep Fair events have proved this. But it is all down
to the general public at the end of the day to decide by
their support whether or not they use them or lose
them.
If you are reading this please try and support this
old British traditional way of trading for the sake of
future generations otherwise they will not live to
experience the pleasure of it.
Till next time, Lank
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Ginny’s Community Corner
by Ginny Gibson of Uttoxeter
W
hen you think about going on a course, what
comes to mind, a classroom, a desk and a
teacher. How about going to a course held
in an open sided barn on the edge of a wildflower
meadow?
That is what is on offer at Tean Valley Meadow
Nature Trust, based in Stramshall, Staffordshire.
They have created a haven for wildlife and are now
offering courses that complement the natural
surroundings they are based in. The first course took
place earlier this year and students were taught how to
make a walking staff or thumb walking stick from
coppiced wood grown on site, the second course was
making a green wood milking stool and the third
course will be creating a rustic bird box. The bird box
course is on 15th March for half a day, either 10am –
12.30 or 1.30 – 4pm, the cost is £25 per person. To
book, call Alan Williams on 07899 953734.
If the above date is too soon for you, then make sure
you keep an eye on their Facebook page,
www.facebook.com/teanvalleymeadownaturetrust/ as
they are holding further courses throughout the year,
with all proceeds from the courses going to the upkeep
of the reserve.
The nature reserve has been created from 11 acres
of unimproved grass land, in Stramshall, by the
Williams family. They started in 2002, after retirement
and to date the reserve has been planted with 5,000
trees, with a number of ancient oaks on the boundary
of the site, they have created 3 ponds, one of which is a
reed bed. The ancient hedgerows have been restored
and now sustain bird life of many varieties. There is
also an two and half acres of land set with wildflowers,
where the class room barn is located and, in the
summer, it ensures an amazing habitat for all sorts of
wild life.
The ancient oaks have been kitted out with Barn
Owl boxes, which each year have attracted mature pairs
of barn owls who, because of the richness in the habitat,
have raised 42 chicks on the site. Because the chicks are
raised in the wild and are left to breed naturally, they
leave site and create their own families within the
Staffordshire countryside. If you want to see how the
owls rear their young, then a DVD is available and it
shows the owls laying eggs, feeding their chicks and
finally leaving the nest to make their own life. It has
some very funny scenes of the baby owls trying to find
their way out of the nesting boxes and then back in
again. Alan Williams can give talks to your group, with
the aid of the DVD, so if you are a gardening club, a
scout or guide leader, school teacher and want an
amazing talk about owls, why not book him to visit
your group You can email on
teanvalleymeadow@gmail.com or call 07899 953734.
Currently, plans are in place to create a charity so
that the nature reserve is protected for years to come,
make sure you keep in touch with them for further
updates on these plans. The website is full of pictures
of the owls and the nature reserve and will have an area
with the course dates too, have a look
www.teanvalleymeadow.co.uk
So, if you want to experience a class room on the
edge of a wild flower meadow, nestled in a nature
reserve and learn about how owls rear their chicks in
the wild, then get in touch with Alan Williams, and he
will be happy to help you book onto the next course.
Down on the Farm
by Angela Sargent
“Dear March- come in- how glad I am,
I hoped for you before.
Put down your hat, you must have walked,
How out of breath you are.”
Emily Dickinson
S
o here we are - March ‘many weathers’ already
and we see daylight hours become longer than
night time at the spring equinox.
March also sees the start of our lambing season- we
used to lamb earlier, but it is hard work with the
weather against you and it is easier if the ewes can graze
outside during the day. They need less bedding and ,as
we still have the day jobs to carry out, we can keep a
close eye on them.
Pip has not learnt not to chase sheep yet, so it is
important she does not accompany us when we go
round them to check - she will have to be tied up or
shut inside- Ted knows not too and will obey the
instruction to lay down.
We’ve had a few calves but our main calving period
is later.
One of the things we’ve not been short of this
winter, is water. The fields have been like wet sponges
when even our feet have left footprints in the grass. The
ridge and furrow has done its job of channel long water
away and down into the ditches.
Too much or too little water at different times of the
year affect us quite dramatically - too much and the
ground becomes waterlogged and seed can rot, or later
the harvested corn needs drying. Too little and the
plants don’t grow.
There is a ‘water framework directive’ which applies
to England and this comprises regulation to protect our
water - drainage, rivers, groundwater etc and applies to
everyone - builders, industry as well as farmers.
One of the issues it addresses is nitrates in water-
which leach out of farmland in wet weather and
consequently, in certain areas where the levels are
higher there are ‘nitrate vulnerable zones’. This means
there are strict limits as to how much, when and where
and at what concentration farmers are allowed to
fertilise their arable and grass land and we keep records
for this, which can be inspected .
Of course, there are also natural sources and run off
from housing, sewage and industry are also responsible
for some.
Dairy cattle will be producing more milk as turnout
means they have access to the spring grass and this
tends to mean a seasonal drop in milk price, as there is
more about.
Before our cattle can go out, we are doing our
annual tb test - our cows aren’t handled as often as
dairy cows, it is easier and safer for us to test now, as
they wont be very keen to come back in just after
tasting fresh Spring grass.
Grass will be fertilised to ensure lots of growth for
when we start to make silage and, on some farms, it will
be rolled. Crops will also have some, if the ground isn’t
too wet, to feed the growing plant, so that, come harvest
time, it yields well for us.
Our newly layed hedge will be coming into leaf, as
do all the others and it will be interesting to see what
other plants flourish now that the light has been let in-
such as ground ivy, violets and celandines.

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Let The Voice Be With You
by Les Humphries of Rocester
W
ell readers, Brexit is in force at last? Not
noticed any difference yet, apart from the
French coming out in their true colours!
The politicians are still squabbling, Boris is sacking
people, others are resigning, and Labour are still
looking for a ‘sensible’ successor for Jeremy. The idiot
with the megaphone is still shouting outside Parliament
every time the news comes live from there and China
have given us the Corona Virus (the first thing they’ve
given us that’s lasted more than a month).
Elsewhere life goes on much as usual, apart from
the rain. As it creates havoc all around Britain with
unprecedented flooding. I wonder how much foreign
aid we’ll get from other Countries for the clean up?
Don’t hold your breath.
With the Video Ref in football now ruining what’s
known as the beautiful game, it has produced a new
anthem at Football Stadiums – F*** V.A.R. As my
regular readers know I am a rugby man who looks on
soccer as bunch of over paid prima donnas, but as my
good lady is a Wolverhampton Wanderers fan I do
watch more Football now than I ever used to, and I find
it very sad that when a goal is scored the players don’t
celebrate until VAR has been consulted. Wolves have
been particularly hard hit with stupid decisions this
season (his bootlace was offside when he kicked the
ball etc), particularly when they play the so called ‘big
boys’ (who are these upstarts trying to muscle their way
into the top five?) You can bet your life that unless
Wolves are playing Liverpool, Man U, or City or one of
the other ‘fashionable’ clubs they will always be last on
match of the day.
We in Rugby Union have had Video Officials for
years, and we don’t need slide rules and lines drawn to
get a result. The Video referee only offers guidance to
the on field official, it is he who has the final say. He is
miked up, and everyone can both see and hear what he
is looking at on the big screen, no silly little TV on the
touchline for him to run to. If the ref isn’t sure he asks
the question “Is there any reason why I cannot award
the try?” We at home can all hear the question, and see
what the Video Ref is looking at. The touch judges
(linesmen) are also in contact with the ref and they too
can draw his attention to anything leading to a try.
They don’t always get it right but most times they do,
and again its the referee who decides.
I watched a match recently when VAR disallowed a
Wolves goal which would have won them the game and
no one including the on field Official had a clue why.
Skipper Connor Coady was still trying to get an answer
as they walked down the tunnel and the ref was heard
telling him he didn’t know. Surely that can’t be right! I
know that they keep saying it’s in the laws of the game
as it stands, but as all men who have served in the forces
will tell you, we were always told that Rules are for the
obedience of fools, and the guidance of wise men!
Staying with Rugby, Uttoxeter, as I write, are still in
top spot in Midlands 3 West North, and are playing
some great rugby, which is why we are getting such
great support on the touchline at home matches. Coach
and Director of Rugby Nigel Hall has really brought the
best out of the boys, but he needs dedication from the
players to keep us on track. After having a big second
team squad last season, sadly numbers have decreased
at the present time for whatever reason. So they need
more players and anyone reading this who is a player
and may not be playing currently, come along to
Oldfields and join us!
As a founder member, former President and life
member of Uttoxeter Rugby Club, I am proud to be still
associated with them. We have had our problems over
the years, good players being poached, some leaving to
play in a higher standard, and people telling players
in the clubhouse that they are too good for Uttoxeter
to get them to leave. This is another hurdle to
overcome. Despite the problems of the past, we have
survived through great support, particularly where the
juniors are concerned, sadly always a difficult area to
get volunteers in certain age groups. But they will be
the future of the club, and if we can get youngsters back
who have had seasons in bigger clubs but are local lads
at heart we can go from strength to strength in the
future.
The last Edition of ‘The Voice’ covered the passing
of JCB Legend Bill Hirst, aged 86. Bill had a huge
turnout at his funeral service In St. Mary’s Catholic
Church in Balance Street where Standards were
paraded to mark his work with the Royal British Legion
in Uttoxeter over many years. We had been friendly for
a long time since we retired, I didn’t have a lot of
contact with him at work, but being the Standard
Bearer for the Denstone Branch we met at many
parades, and funerals. Sadly I was unable to carry the
Denstone Standard due to a shoulder injury, but still
represented our branch in the Parade without. The
church was packed with friends and colleagues and
gave ‘Bill’ a send off he would have been proud of.
Finally just a mention of The Denstone Players
recent Pantomime ‘Cobblers’ covered elsewhere in this
edition. Every performance was a sell out. It was co-
written by Dave and Gill Brown, and Gill was also the
director, musical director, choreographer and costume
designer. I don’t know where she gets the energy!
The Denstone Players next offering is the Variety
Show over ‘Two Nights Only’ on the 26th and 27th of
June – See you there folks.
TTFN Les…
T
his month I thought I would share my recipe for
Cake Pops. I predict these will be very popular
this year. They look delightful and taste just as
good. My Cake Pops have proved to be enormously
popular for friends, family and especially good for
childrens birthday parties. They are also a great way of
using up leftover cake!
Cake Pops
(Makes 17-20 depending on size of balls)
Ingredients
• 1 Karens Chocolate Cake recipe, featured in the last
issue (you can cheat and buy 1 moist chocolate
cake)
• 1 tub Betty Crockers chocolate fudge icing
Decoration
• Lollipop sticks
• 1 14oz/397g pack Wilton dark or white chocolate
Candy Melts (you can use chocolate if desired but I
find Candy Melts easier to work with)
• Edible glitter, decorative sparkles, chopped nuts or
coloured sugars
• Styrofoam
1. Firstly, make your cake and allow to completely
cool.
2. Crumble your cake (or shop-bought cake) into a
large bowl. You can use any
flavour cake you desire. Work the
cake until it is entirely crumbled.
3. Mix the cake crumbs together
with approx. two thirds of the
fudge topping. The exact amount
of topping required will depend
upon the moistness of the cake.
The mixture should be fairly
moist to easily hold itself together
when you shape it into a ball.
4. Roll the cake into balls roughly 2”
in diameter and place on a
baking sheet lined with
greaseproof paper. You should
have approx. 17-20. Place in the
fridge to harden.
5. Whilst you are waiting for the
cake balls to harden, melt the
candy coating in a microwave according to pack
instructions and stir until melted and smooth.
6. Remove cake balls from the fridge. Using the
lollipop stick make a hole, dip the stick in the
melted coating and place into the hole you have
made. The coating will help hold the stick in the
cake pop.
7. You can either dip the cake pops into the coating or
I find it easier to smooth the coating onto the cake
pop with a teaspoon. Then sprinkle with decoration
of your choice. I use edible glitter, decorative
sprinkles or coloured sugars. Stick the cake pops
into Styrofoam to allow to set. You can place them
onto a lined baking sheet, but they will have a flat
top.
8. Once the coating or chocolate has set, they are now
ready to eat. Enjoy!
These cake pops are really unique and taste
delicious.
Karen’s Cake Corner
by Karen Hill

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Uttoxeter Rugby Club 1st Team
Man of the Match Awards
Former Uttoxeter Rugby Club legend Howard Gould
presented the Town Electrical Distributors Man of the
Match award to Joe Gorman after the victory over
Willenhall. Also pictured are club chairman Nigel
Titterton (left) and President Paul Bain (right).
Matt Slater, boss of the Uttoxeter Branch of John
German Estate Agents, sponsored Uttoxeter Rugby
Club 1sts match against Telford Hornets. Matt selected
Henry Knox as Man of the Match and awarded him
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for Uttoxeter Rugby Club 1sts victory against
Wednesbury. Ian Sargeant is pictured awarding Jordan
Hayles with his Man of the Match prize.

T
ributes have poured in since the passing away of
Uttoxeter’s Dean Arnold. Dean died at the age
of 49 years old, leaving a devoted wife Helen and
children George and Ella May whom he doted over and
also his loyal brother Rob ‘Wobbly’ Arnold.
Words cannot say how the local community feel at
the passing of such a kind-hearted man who always had
a chat and a joke when conversing with people from all
walks of life.
Of course, Dean was an integral part of Uttoxeter
Town Football Club, and they released a statement after
Dean’s death which read:
“After the devastating news of the sad passing of
Dean Arnold, our First Team Manager, we, Uttoxeter
Town FC, wish to express our most sincere
condolences.
Dean was a club stalwart, having played for the club
for many years he then went on to manage the
successful Sunday team. Dean had an integral role in
taking the club into Saturday football, initially
managing the Reserves followed by managing the First
Team, which was his his role at the time of his passing.
Dean’s buoyant personality and enthusiasm for the
game was always reflected in the way his team played
for him and subsequently gave rise to the success he
brought to the club. He leaves a legacy of a potential
promotion to the Midland Premier League and the
chance to play in the FA Cup next season. As a club, we
are shocked but all our thoughts must pass to his wife
Helen, children George and Ella May and brother Rob
‘Wobbly’ along with all his other family and friends.
Our club and local grass roots football will be a
poorer place without Deano, his enthusiasm and
passion was never questioned and his loyalty to
Uttoxeter Town FC was evident for all to see.
The well wishes we have received from fellow clubs
has been overwhelming and respectfully received, a
measure of his standing in local football.
RIP Dean. We Love You.
Uttoxeter Town FC”
Former Uttoxeter Town FC Captain Martin Gadsby
also paid tribute to his Manager ‘Deano:’
“It’s hard to put into words how much Deano will
be missed. He has been a huge presence around so
many people both in and out of football.
I was fortunate to play football for Deano for many
years, and proud that he chose me to captain his
Uttoxeter Town side, firstly in Sunday football and
latterly on Saturdays but more than anything I was
privileged to call him a friend.
You couldn’t not enjoy Deano’s company, his dry
sense of humour and infectious smile made him a
pleasure to be around and I think if you spoke to any
of the lads who have played for him over the years they
will only have good memories of him. A wonderful
personality.
He has been part of the furniture at Oldfields Sports
Club for so many years, whether it was managing or
playing in a successful football team or generally being
around the club at a weekend, he was just part of the
soul of the place and it will be hard getting used to him
not there.
Personally, I owe Deano a huge debt of gratitude, he
put his faith in me to be his captain at a time when he
had probably 14 players capable of captaining the
Uttoxeter Town side which was so successful in Sunday
football. He was then a big part of the transition to
Saturdays and his legacy as part of that still lives on
today.
His personality also transcended generations. I
looked around the club on the Friday night of his
passing away when a few lads got together to remember
him after the tragic news. There were people in there
ranging from 15 to 75 and everyone of them had a
unique bond to Dean. His current crop of lads at the
Town are doing him proud and I am sure that they will
continue to do so. What a fitting tribute it would be if
Dean’s team could take his beloved Uttoxeter Town up
to level 5 of non-league football - something that would
have been a dream 10 years ago as Deano’s Sunday side
competed in the Burton League.
All of our thoughts are with Helen, George, Ella-
May, Wobbly and the wider family. He was such a kind,
gentle and funny man and will be missed by so many
people locally,” added Martin.
As you can see by the comments made in this
tribute, ‘Deano’ was such a special person - someone
who made a difference - someone who made people
laugh - someone who loved his family and friends so
very much…
We will all miss you mate, thanks for being you…
Nigel Titterton
We will all miss you so much
‘Deano’…

Uttoxeter & Cheadle Voice, Issue 98

Uttoxeter & Cheadle Voice, Issue 98

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