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NETHER EDGE NEIGHBOURHOOD GROUP NEWSLETTER May 2013www.netheredge.org.uk Company Limited by Guarantee No. 7414080 Individual views expressed are not necessarily those of the Group Registered Charity No. 51139239

Edited by Mandy Wilson

Spring has (finally) Sprung! It seems to have taken a long time to get

from the top picture to the one below -but finally April sunshine is here.In this edition of Edge there are two clear themes - from building more neighbourliness across the area to all that is green and blooming.As usual NENG is supporting these activities - through providing a platform for a new project ‘Neighbours Can Help’ at its AGM (find out more, page 6), creating the Big Lottery funded ‘Party in the Park’ (a colour- ful record in the middle pages), and reporting on the Garden party at Nether Edge School (page 11). On the green front, NENG is trying to raise some additional money so that we can include most of the suggestions for Chelsea Park - an extend- ed path, new artwork and seating areas, so watch this space. And there’s lots in these pages to keep gardens blooming.EDGE May 2013 PageContents PageNENG info and subscription forms 2/3 Community Assemblies 3 Transport News 4 Portland Works, story so far 5 Neighbours Can Help 6 NENG Party in the Park’ 7-10 Funny Money—NES 11 WINE, Latest crime figures 12 Local activities and adverts 13/14 Crossword 15 Plants Galore 16The Nether Edge Neighbourhood Group was set up in 1973 with the following aims:To improve the conditions of life especially of those living or working in the community within the areas of Brincliffe, Nether Edge and Sharrow in Sheffield, without distinction of sex or race, or of political, religious or other opinions, by associating the local authorities, voluntary organisations and residents in a common effort to advance education, to improve the environment and to provide facilities in the interest of social welfare for recreation and leisure time activities.June’s Edge will be edited by Laura Fitzgerald. Contributions to be sent to her by 12th May.NENG Committee membersName*Christine VenablesChair*Elaine BirdTreasurer*Kate HousdenCompany Secretary*John Clifford

Membership Sec.*Mandy Wilson*Raj Dhimar*David PierceJohn AustinCo-opted MemberMaggie EllisMinutes SecretaryLaura FitzgeraldWebsite ManagerAddress45 Chelsea Road, S11 9BQ163 Chelsea Road, S11 9BQ4 Brentwood Ave, S11 9BJ12 Adelaide Road, S7 1SQ2 Edgebrook Road, S7 1SG36 Glen Road, S7 1RA96 Montgomery Rd, S7 1LR39 Meadowbank Ave, S7 1PB192 Bannerdale Rd, S7 2DT62 Chelsea Rd, S11 9BRTel0114 25508050114 28917000114 25521190114 25541200114 2589422077954344480114 28194140114 255 37080114 2011109E-Mail [email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]@btinternet.comMarian TylecoteGreen Space16 Chelsea Rd, S11 9BR0114 [email protected]@[email protected]

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I enclose a completed *Standing Order or a *cheque to the value of £_____made out to NENG for ... supporter(s). Annual Subs are £8 per person or organisation (£5 unwaged, concessions) ALL DONATIONS WELCOME.Delete paragraph if not appropriate: *As a local resident/ supporter of NENG, I wish to also be- come a member of the NENG Company, limited by guarantee, and have voting rights at the AGM. Should the Company be wound up, I promise to pay the sum of £1 towards its debts if asked to do so and I understand this liability will continue for 1 year after I cease to be a member.SIGNATURE: DATE:EDGE May 2013 Page 222 222

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The Rise & Demise of Community AssembliesCommunity Assemblies were introduced in 2009, a year after Lib Dems won control of the City Council, as part of their Community Involvement Strategy to “put Us in the Driving Seat”. Sev- en in total, each covering 4 electoral wards, replaced Area Panels which had been in place since about 1995. Each CA evolved differently, and in 2010 a public meeting was held to com- pare what worked, and what didn’t city-wide. But this well-attended debate wasn’t recorded, so most of its positive & negative comments were lost.Labour won control of the City Council a year later in 2011, and put the future of CAs under review. Various discussions over the next 18-months suggested that public support was dwin- dling, and that CAs were in need of reform, but no major changes were made. In Oct 2012 a public meeting was held, organised by

‘Sheffield for Democracy’, to discuss the way forward for CAs. It showed remarkable cross-party agreement that changes were necessary. A de- tailed report was issued, which can be found on their website www.sheffieldfordemocracy.org.ukThe City Council, facing major budget cuts from April 2013, have published proposals to wind up the existing CAs and replace them with more cost-effective structures. A public consultation on these proposals closed on 28th January. Although the Council has decided to disestablish the CA structure, it remains committed to supporting work at a ward level and a new locality management structure is to be established.It’s now up to those with an interest in local democracy to ensure a more satisfactory long-term solution with better public scrutiny, and not just another top-down quick fix.EDGE May 2013 Page 333 333

Transport NewsSheffield Folk Train: What’s it all about?On the fourth Tuesday of each month we gather on platform 7 ( but please check the departure board ) at Sheffield Station, to catch the 19:14 train to Man- chester which calls at Dore (19:22) and all stations along the Hope Valley, with music from the band throughout the journey. We reach Edale at 19:47, where we alight and transfer to The Rambler, the pub next to the station, where the musical entertainment continues. We take the 21:28 train back to Sheffield - with more music - arriving at 22:03.More details at:www.folktrain.org.ukCOMMUNITY TO SHAPE LOCAL BUS SERVICEA pioneering Community Bus Partnership has launched in Sheffield to let people that use the number 4 bus service have a say on how it is run.The Partnership is the first of its kind in the UK and has been designed so that South Yorkshire Pas- senger Transport (SYPTE) can work with local residents to deliver a bus service that is tailored to their needs.The number 4 service runs from Sheffield Inter- change to Bents Green via Psalter Lane. It was scheduled for withdrawal before the Sheffield Bus Partnership (SBP) reinstated it in October 2012, following feedback from local people.The service, which is operated by TM Travel, has since grown in popularity by 73% and now carries over 1,300 passengers a week. Buses are driven by a small number of drivers in order to build up a rap- port with regular customers.SYPTE Director of Customer Experience, David Young, said: “We want the Community Bus Partner- ship to deliver a different kind of bus service that offers its users a chance to tell us what they want from the service and how it can be improved.“It is early days for the initiative but the opportunities it is presenting are exciting. We are already ex- ploring how we can support community events, shops and businesses through the service, and hope to expand the scheme to include other bus routes in South Yorkshire.”Over fifty local residents gave their views on how the number 4 can be made even better at the first Community Bus Partnership drop in session at St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church, and more sessions are planned for the future. Comment cards are also available on the buses for customers to give regular feedback.

Jeanette Jackson, of Hoober Avenue, said: “The number 4 is very reliable and convenient for me. I am a car user but have started to use the bus to get to the train station. I will continue to use the service and to support it because it is an important service for the older people that live here.”Suggestions from users of the service under con- sideration include: Increasing the frequency to run at half- hourly intervals for part of the day Extending the route, either to include Mill- houses Park or to run to Ringinglow on Satur- days Publicising walks and local points of interest on the bus Changing the route of evening services so that they pick up at Sheffield InterchangeFor more informationemail [email protected] May 2013 Page 444 444A home for traditional crafts, innovationand creative arts in a unique historical building We – all of us – have bought the building!THE PURCHASEPortland Works Little Sheffield Community Ben- efit Society is now the proud owner of a historic cutlery works. We raised over £90,000 in four weeks – an extraordinary achievement – to en- able the sale to take place. The deal to buy the building for £390,000 was finally agreed, signed, sealed and delivered on 28 February 2013.Ownership - a personal viewDerek Morton, Chair of Directors, reflects on the success.After almost four years of hard work and tap- ping the skills and experience of so many good people of Sheffield and further afield, it seems strange that we've actually achieved the dream: an iconic Sheffield building, saved by the community! The mere fact of almost 500 people raising over a quarter of a million pounds on our project - extraordinary.raise loans from various bodies, such as the Architectural Heritage Fund. However, there are urgently needed repairs to be undertaken and we do not want to burden the project with too much debt.We’ve therefore asked shareholders to approve a second Community Share and Community Bond Issue. The Issue has will run from 3 April to 31 July, aiming to raise £100,000 for building repair and maintenance, improvements to increase rentable space; and to begin repaying the AHF loan. The Issue also aims to encour- age new supporters to join us by buying Shares or Bonds.There is more information on the web site:www.portlandworks.co.uk‘INSIDE THE TRIANGLE’ AND PW OPEN DAYOn Sunday 19 May, buildings and businesses in the ‘John Street Triangle’ will open their doors to the public. The ‘Triangle’ is the area bounded by John Street, Hill Street, Randall Street and Bramall Lane, where Stag Works, Harland Works and Cafe, Clifton Works, and of course Portland Works, are located.At Portland Works, the courtyard will be open for general access, and there will be displays and tours between 11 am and 3 pm.THORNBRIDGE PORTLAND WORKS SUM- MER ALE

We are pleased to say we have our first spon- sor, Thornbridge Brewery. For three months from 19 May you will find a Portland WorksWe found support everywhere - the cooperativemovement is alive and strong, we discovered.Community action is a part of Sheffield life. This Summer Ale – and beer mats, for all you col- project touched so many aspects of our City -employment, tradition, skill, history, culture, in-dependence and pride. And it all convertedgoodwill into hard cash.We've managed to buy the building during the centenary year for stainless steel.We want to develop Portland Works to provide more opportunities for younger people to be- come metalworkers, woodworkers, artists and musicians. There'll be start-ups, innovation and new jobs. There'll be fun, too. We're on the way!NEW SHARE ISSUENow we have the title to the building, we have rental revenue of about £50,000 and we are in a much better position to apply for grants andlectors - in Sheffield pubs and, indeed, around the country. Every pint means a donation to Portland and every hit on the website (address on the beer mats) is counted. When a magic number of hits is reached, a crate of Thorn- bridge beer goes to the lucky person.EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERSStaffing stalls and helping with Open Days and Working Days are all essential to making the Works work as a community co-operative en- deavour. For instance, the stall at the last (very cold) Nether Edge Market generated a lot of interest and helped to keep the Works in people’s minds. The next Working Day is 14 April. Anyone interested in volunteering, please contact [email protected] May 2013 Page 555 555

Neighbours Can HelpLaunch of new free website to connect neighbours in SheffieldAt the NENG AGM on 14

th February, John Pickin and David Child from the social enterprise

Neighbours Can Help gave a presentation about a new website they have recently launched in Sheffield to connect neighbours together.John and David explained that the idea is to offer a platform for neighbours to either ask for or to offer help to those living nearby – without having the embarrassment of asking help from a stranger and running the risk of rejection.On the other side of the coin, Neighbours Can Help believe there is a great willingness among most people to help out – but knowing where or what help is needed is not obvious.To get round both these issues, users can simply “post” requests and wait to see if anyone is willing to offer help (see screen shot).The presentation was well received and generated a lot of questions. For example John and David were able to explain the address verification and other safety features built in, such as the ability to define the extent of your own neighbourhood. You don’t appear on the website until you either post a request or offer to help someone else, and all conversations between those asking for help and those making offers are private.There will need to be enough neighbours registered and using the site in a given street (or at least postcode) for the idea to work; in other words enough neighbours nearby to help or be helped by ! So to begin with, potential users are being asked to “pre-register” their interest by going to the website at http://neighbourscanhelp.org.uk

Once the system recognises enough potential users in a given area, that postcode can be switched “live”.So why not give it a go? It’s free, there’s no commitment and you can start or stop whenever you like. Offer as much or as little help as you like – and it might just make your neighbourhood a nicer place to live !For further details contact John Pickin or David Child at [email protected] or tel: 0114 244 3623.EDGE May 2013 Page 666 666

Over the last couple of years, Nether EdgeNeighborhood Group has ben asking residents what could make their area better. Time and time again, people have said they would like more integration, greater connections across Nether edge and celebration events. The ‘Party in the Park’ project was NENG’s response to these ideas.Hundreds of people got involved and came together at Common Ground. Local residents, organisations and businesses contribut- ed to a brilliant afternoon.Activities included: A children’s fashionshowA low cost caféDen buildingCircus skillsMassageMini make-oversHenna and face painting Crafts and card making Book stallsCulture mapping GardeningAlgerian danceMusicLantern makingBouncy castlesA party for everyone Sunday 3rd March 2013EDGE May 2013 77 777

Nether Edge Gets Together“an inspiring event”King EcgbertCulture Mapping StallOver 70 people placed flags on the world map. Places covered were from Australia, Brazil to Canada. We had 13 stories from people of all ages telling us about the problems in Bangla- desh compared with the safety of Sheffield, the beauty of Kashmir and fear of the snakes, and the suburban areas of Islamabad where families sleep outside at night because of the heat. Children told of their "amazing" trips to Mecca, how crowded it is and all the different venues they visit, each with their individual traditions and routines.

And they talked about how they milk cows, using the cow as shade from the hot sun, and then having the warmmilk in tea.EDGE May 2013 88 888

“an amazing party”“a fantastic event today!”Coverage in the Sheffield Star 5.3.13We asked people who they knew in their street and the area as a whole. Around 50% said they knew most people in their street, 50% said a few. We also asked how well they think people get on together: it was pretty evenly split in terms of people of different ages getting on, between very well and fairly well; most people thought people of different backgrounds get on fairly well though around 20% were less positive.EDGE May 2013 Page 999 999

Thank you to everyone who made this day specialPhotographs by JacquiBellamy, Pixelwitch Pictures.Artwork from Nether Edge SchoolPrize draw cake donated by Temptation Tea RoomsEDGE May 2013 Page 101010 101010

Funny Money!Some people might say that it’s a bit funny planning a garden party in March: it’s likely to be cold, raining, or even snowing!! When you think of garden parties, you usually think of sunny days...outside!Well, The Nether Edge Primary School decided that they -wanted -to do something funny for money on 23rd March – after all, being funny is what Red Nose Day is all about. So, a garden party (in the warmth of the school) is what happened.For the three weeks running up to the big day, all the children worked incredibly hard in the style of ‘The Apprentice’ to set up mini businesses. The aim: to make as much money as possible for Comic Relief.The children worked alongside mentors from the world of business in order to maximise profit margins, develop effective branding and refine their business skills. On the big day, customers were able to spend,spend, spend on delights such as ‘Kowboy Keema’, ‘Salt Dough Delights’ and ‘Melvin’s Marvellous Ice-cream’.Jennie Beard (wedding stylist), Nikki Bond (local council- lor, who also runs a gardening business) and Martin Mather (from Barclays Bank) generously gave up their own time to advise on business plans, marketing strate- gies and market

research.Barclays Bank also kindly promised to match the amazing profit of over £600.Those of you who watch ‘The Apprentice’ will know Alan Sugar. Well, he would have been very proud of all our budding entrepreneurs, designers, mathematicians and creative thinkers of the future – no one would have been fired!‘Red Nose Strawberry Plants’‘Salt Dough City’If you have a child who will be starting school soon, or if you would just like to come and know more about our wonderful school, we would LOVE to meet you. Contact us by calling 01142 550926,or emailing [email protected] May 2013 Page 111111 111111

WI Nether EdgeAs I write this, I’m hoping that spring has finally sprung and yetwe’re already workingon our programme ofspeakers for 2014!The programme isone of the things thatattracts members tothe WI - in March wehad a visit from Sheffield ASSIST where our members were able to put their questions to two local asylum seekers; and at April’s meeting we met with a lady who had escaped from Poland as a young child in 1945. In May our guest speaker will be talking about making a will, equally relevant to our younger and older members!We’re also planning our social activities for the forthcoming months. Last month a group of us attended a workshop on the craft of needle felting, and we’re off for a restaurant night in a couple of weeks. We also have a stand-up comedy night planned and further ahead, we’re planning a trip to the Festival of Quilts and also to Blackpool Illuminations in October!Last year’s activities were equally diverse and included a trip to the Knit & Stitch Show at Harrogate, a guided tour of Forgemasters’ steel works, and a morning on an air rifle range – a far cry from the “Jam and Jerusa- lem” image you might have of the WI, although I confess I am very fond of making marma- lade!We meet on the first Tuesday evening of every month. You’re welcome to attend up to three of our meetings as a guest (there’s a small charge) and full membership costs just £33 per year. If you’d like more information, email us on [email protected] and we can answer your questions and send you a copy of our programme for 2013.SheffieldNether EdgeVictim Based Crime -5.8% (2298 fewer victims)-16.1% (162)

+1.7% (2)Burglary Dwelling +11.4% (426)Burglary Other than -12.1% (425) dwelling-44.8% (47)Reduction of 1. Only 10 record- edRobbery +8% (43)Criminal Damage -10.3% (819)-14.3% (24) +6.9% (12) -17.3% (17)Vehicle Crime +0.4% (22)Violent Crime -5.7% (344)

Nether Edge is looking good!Latest crime figuresCrime figures are now available at a ward level- on a rolling 12 month basis ( i.e. current figures are to end Feb 2013). The figures in brackets are the actual reduction/increase in offences and therefore victims.EDGE May 2013 Page 121212 121212

Sharrow Community CreativesThe Old Junior School Opening Night Saturday 18th May 7.30pm Exhibition continues Sunday 19th May 11-3pmWe are putting on an open art exhibition at The Old Junior School, South View Road. We want to showcase and promote artists of all backgrounds within our community in an accessible and free way! The exhibition will begin with an opening night on the 18th May from 7.30pm- 10pm where we will have entertainment, refreshments and the opportunity to meet the artists.Sunday will see the exhibition open from 11-3pm. If you would like to be part of this exhibition please contact Lu on [email protected] or 07854983197 by the 10th May https://www.facebook.com/events/595616583783482/?context=createSecret Supper Club Here we are again with our next secret supper club..Friday 17th May 7.30pm £20 each (all money goes towards supporting community healthy gocook alongs and children's cooking club) Secret venue in SharrowThe Menu....Gin and Tonic; Gazpacho – Chilled Spanish soup with vegetables and fresh basil. Grilled trout, with asparagus, peas, broad beans and lemon hollandaise Roast Pousin (baby chicken) with a classic Caesar salad or Deep-fried Courgette flowers with a ricotta and tomato stuffing and a tomato coulisRhubarb Eton mess.25 spaces [email protected] to book https://www.facebook.com/ events/239579799514816/

NENG Walk: Tuesday 21st

May 3-5pm.Meet 3pm in the car park of Sainsbury’s Local, near Sheldon Rd traffic lights. Histori- cal guided walk around Nether Edge led by members of the group who will shortly be publishing a walks’ leaflet identifying many of Nether Edge’s historical buildings/features. Contact: Chris Venables 255 0805. An event during Sheffield Environment Weeks www.sheffieldenvironment.org

How would you and your family like to host a Spanish student this July?Heart of England Courses Ltd are looking for friendly host families for Spanish students (aged 14 to 19) attending a Summer course in Sheffield for 4 weeks from the end of JuneFamilies will be paid a weekly allowance and will need to provide breakfast, evening meal and a packed lunch.The Spanish students will spend their mornings on a course at Sheffield Hallam University and their afternoons on organised trips and activities but will be expected to spend evenings and weekends living as a member of the host family.INTERESTED?PLEASE CONTACTFLIS CALLOW ON 07952 946183 or MAGGIE YOUNG ON 07780561477AbbeydaleMiniature RailwayTimetableFirst train 1pm – last train 5pm May: Sun 5th & Mon 6th (Bank Holiday) Sun 26th & Mon 27th (BH)Advertise in EDGEReach over 900 households in the Nether Edge / Sharrow area.For details of rates contact: Chris Venables on 2550805 or email [email protected] May 2013 Page 131313 131313

Gills Gardening ServicesHigh quality & reliable gardening work – all year round.Established for over 25 yearsWhat do we do?· Cut grass· Trim and lower hedges· Prune and remove trees· Tidy gardens – as a one off· Maintain gardens – on a regular basis· Creosote fences and sheds· Stain garden furniture· Jet wash drives and patios – no chemicalsusedNo garden too large or small Call David on 0114 235 1966Email: [email protected]: 07580 905447 http://ladymuck.biz/ For maintenance, planting, design & landscape get in touch for all your gardening needs

Property Restoration SpecialistsWe specialise in the refurbishment of older and listed property and have been

working in the Nether Edge area for almost 25 years.Exterior repairs and decoration undertaken between May & October.All work guaranteed for 5 years.tel. 220 5400/ 0797 003 0689 for more info or email: [email protected]

Henk’s WoodworkBespoke furniture need not cost the Earth.I make furniture, tools, toys, garden structures, gates, doors – in fact anything in wood.I use traditional techniques and wood from sus- tainable sources. No job too small or too big. Call me on 07794564227 for a free quoteor see www.henkswoodwork.co.ukEDGE May 2013 Page 141414 1414141234567891011121314151617181920212223

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Plants Galore!Hardy Plant SocietyThe local South Pennine Group ofthe Hardy Plant Society has built a rep- utation for its excellent plantsales. They sell a wide range of both well-loved and more unusual hardy per-

ennials at very reasonable prices, grown locally by their knowledgeable and friendly members who will give you a warm welcome and be on hand if you need any advice.The Group welcomes both novices and experienced plants people, meets the first Wednesday of each month at Shirley House, Psalter Lane, and covers South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire as well as the city. Activities include il- lustrated talks, plant sales, garden visits throughout the year, an annual coach trip to renowned gardens further afield, a national seed exchange and local seedling swap.If you would like to join, please contact the Secretary, Judy Coulson,at [email protected] orThe first sale this year is our spring sale on Saturday 18th May 12.30-3.30 and Sunday 19th May 10.30-1.30. Sheffield Botanical Gardens(Thompson Road entrance). Free entrance and refreshments are available.Nether Edge TreesAre you aware of any dead, diseased or dying trees which need replac- ing in Nether Edge?If so, please contact Chris Venables (tel. 255 0805) and let her know where they are and if you would be interested in meeting Vernon, our Streets Ahead steward, to discuss potential future replacements.EDGE May 2013 Page 161616 161616

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