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16Visit us online at www.tettenhallclock.co.uk @Theclock&park @tettenhallclockPresents:The Sign of the Four is Arthur Conan Doyle's second novel, involving a mysterious hiddentreasure from India, murder, and an intricate plot. The plot begins when Mary Morstan seeks Holmes' help regarding her father's disappearance. Come along and see Jonathan play outthis mystery on stage at..The Pavilion 412 Stafford Rd. Wolverhampton. WV10 6AJTuesday 3rd March 2026 7PM for 7.30PM Start Tickets: £17Contact Janet Beddoes on 01902 733859A guest of the National Trust Wolverhampton CentreJonathan Goodwin as Sherlock HolmesThe Sign of The FourA guest of the National Trust Wolverhampton Centre Max Keen as Richard IIIPresents:At the Pavilion 412 Stafford Rd. Wolverhampton. WV10 6AJTuesday 28th April 2026 7PM for 7.30PM Tickets: £17Contact Janet Beddoes on 01902 733859The Mystery of the Princes in the TowerFollowing the discovery of Richard III’s body in Leicester and interesting developments on the mystery of the two princes in the Tower, the time is right for 'part 2' of Richard's story. From alist of characters and possibilities, are we any closer to knowing what happened to the two princes or that Richard was innocent of their supposed murder; or did they survive the Tower?
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18Visit us online at www.tettenhallclock.co.uk @Theclock&park @tettenhallclockFrom November onwards, the first Christmas Rose varie�es unfold their brilliant white flowers in the garden. Christmas Roses are one of the few plants that delight us with their flowers all winter long, weather condi�ons allowing. They are also welcome honey plants for wild bees. Why is it called a Christmas rose? A medieval legend provided an explana�on for the common name. It tells the story of a shepherdess, Madelon, who cried because she had no gi� for the baby Jesus. An angel took pity on her, and when her tears reached the ground, the Christmas Rose miraculously sprouted from the snow. Make of that what you like, but it’s a great story. ‘Black hellebore’ is a reference to the botanical name which includes the word ‘niger’, which means ‘black’.Hellebores are na�ve to Southern and Central Europe and are found primarily in mountainous areas. However, they can survive in a range of habitats from light woodland shade to open alpine meadows. Hellebores can be planted in garden borders, providing that you prepare the ground beforehand by incorpora�ng leaf mold and well ro�ed compost. This will provide the moisture and root run that Hellebores prefer. Recent plant-breeding has produced a range of colours as you can see in the picture to the right: Helleborus ‘Winter Ballet’.There is another popular hellebore that flowers later, in the spring and has the appropriate name ‘Lenten Rose’ (Helleborus orientalis). Also a member of the bu�ercup family, but with a much wider range of colours including reds, yellows and purples.Eimert de Graaff - Te�enhall Gardening Club.End of season 2025As the gardening season draws to a close TGC can reflect on another successful year. We have had some fascina�ng talks, a great day out at the Malvern Spring Fes�val, an excellent Annual Show – a real community event demonstra�ng all the interest, enthusiasm and joy that gardening brings – all topped off with another fabulous End of Season Social at The Royal Oak, Te�enhall Wood with entertainment by the Koswecans Ukulele Band. It doesn’t ma�er whether your garden is big or small; whether you grow flowers or vegetables - or you just have a few pots on the balcony, Te�enhall Gardening Club has something of interest for everyone.Our Trading Hut in Nursery Walk is now closed for the Winter but offers great value for members during the season. We sell everything from compost and plant food to tools and equipment, as well as items by the metre such as ne�ng, ground control, fleece and bubble wrap. Why not have a browse of our stock list and write your shopping list! Go to h�ps://www.te�enhallgardeningclub.org/tradinghut and look out for some bargains when the Hut reopens in March.My favourite seasonal garden plants for December.Christmas Rose or black hellebore (Helleborus nigra)
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22Visit us online at www.tettenhallclock.co.uk @Theclock&park @tettenhallclockThe people behind the perfect fitWhen you choose new blinds or shu�ers, you’re not just inves�ng in how your home looks you’re placing your trust in the people who bring that vision to life. That’s what makes The Blinds & Shu�er Co. stand apart. Behind every made-to-measure blind and handcra�ed shu�er is a team of skilled, passionate professionals who care deeply about the homes they work in.Founded by Gary Chambers in 2014, The Blinds & Shu�er Co. was born from experience and pride. A�er years working with na�onal chains, Gary saw a be�er way, one where customers were treated like neighbours, not numbers. Today, that family ethos runs through everything the company does. Every face you meet, from consulta�on to fi�ng, is part of the same in-house team, ensuring consistency, cra�smanship and genuine accountability.Gary s�ll plays a hands-on role, personally overseeing quality and guiding each customer through their choices. Carole (Garys wife) sorts the finances and admin. Dani, keeps opera�ons, marke�ng and design running smoothly, ensuring the company’s high standards are met in every detail. Andrew, the Sales Manager, brings warmth and exper�se to every home visit, helping customers find designs that complement their interiors and lifestyle perfectly.Once the order is placed, it’s �me for the installa�on team -Tom, Max, and Zac, to step in. Between them, they’ve fi�ed thousands of blinds and shu�ers, from bay windows to shaped and planta�on shu�ers, each job carried out with precision and care.Behind the scenes, Charlo�e ensures every appointment, delivery and query runs seamlessly, with the kind of friendly professionalism customers remember.This isn’t a business built on quick sales or subcontractors. It’s built on rela�onships, trust, and a shared commitment to ge�ng things right. As a proud member of the Bri�sh Blinds & Shu�er Associa�on (BBSA) and a Which? Trusted Trader, The Blinds & Shu�er Co. adheres to the highest standards of product quality and safety. Every blind and shu�er is measured to perfec�on, installed with expert cra�smanship, and backed by a comprehensive warranty — with extended maintenance available for up to five years.
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24Visit us online at www.tettenhallclock.co.uk @Theclock&park @tettenhallclockSaturday 6th December at 7:30pmThe Band of the Mercian Regiment at St Michael’s Church, Te�enhall. Refreshments availableFriday 12th December at 7:30pmWolverhampton Chamber Choir sing carols at Wolverhampton Lawn Tennis and Squash Club, 53 Newbridge Crescent, Wolverhampton WV6 0LHBrewood Singers sing carols on:Wednesday 3rd December at South Staffs Golf Club (Private func�on).Monday 8th December at 7pm at The Bridge Inn, Brewood (free).Wednesday 10th and Monday 15th December at 7:30pm at The Oakley Inn, Brewood (free).Thursday 18th December at 7:30pmBrewood Singers present their Christmas Concert with guests Shropshire Brass Ensemble at St Mary & St Chads Church, Brewood. Tickets £10 (under 16 free) available from:www.�cketsource.co.uk/thebrewoodsingers or 07900 693754. Sunday December 21st at 6.30pmChristmas Service of carols and readings at St. Michael’s Church, Te�enhall.Dates for your diaries, 2026….Saturday 7th March 7:30pmWolverhampton Chamber Choir at St John’s Church, St John’s Square, Wolverhampton WV2 4BZ. JS Bach: St John PassionTickets £15 (free for under 18s). Will be available through the website (Google WolverhamptonChamber Choir); at wolverhamptonchamberchoir.eventbrite.com; or by paying on the door.Saturday 2 st March 2026 7.30pmWolverhampton Symphony Orchestra at Wolverhampton Grammar School, WV3 9RB.Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf with the BBC’s Ben Godfrey as Narrator.Arnold: Grand, Grand OvertureElgar: Enigma Varia�onsTickets £12 (free for students in full �me educa�on) available on the door or atwww.�cketsource.co.uk/wolverhamptonsymphonyorchestraBrewood Singers are once again mixing the tradi�onal with some different Christmas carols & songs, including favourites such as ‘Silent Night’, ‘Away in a manger; ‘Oh Holy Night’ together with ‘All I want for Christmas is you’, ‘Feliz Navidad’, ‘Believe’ (from Polar Express); ‘Somewhere in my memory’ (from Home Alone). They will also be singing a carol wri�en especially for them by Musical Director, David Brookes, called ‘The Song of the Angels’. They are always eager to have new members of any voice but as with all choirs, tenors, basses or baritones are par�cularly welcome! Contact 07900 693754.Classics Corner… At Christmas!
25To advertise Call: 07540 087840 or email [email protected] year, the Wombourne and District Choral Society is to perform their Christmas Concert at Beckminster Methodist Church, Wolverhampton on Saturday 20th December at 7.30pm, which will feature The Christmas Oratorio by Bob Chilco� and other fes�ve classics.The Christmas Oratorio composed by Bri�sh composer Bob Chilco� is an atmospheric, tuneful work for full choir and soloists accompanied by organ and flute, incorporates the story of the na�vity as sung by professional tenor and mezzo soprano soloists, represen�ng the characters in the story.A�er an interval, with a chance at a cup of tea and a mince pie, the second half of the concert will feature other well-known beau�ful concert pieces, a sma�ering of newly wri�en Christmas music, as well as a smorgasbord of fes�ve favourites together with the ever present tradi�onal carols to get you up and singing, leaving you with a warm glow and fes�ve cheer to take with you into the cold winter night.Tickets are £15 each with children under 16 free and can be bought from choir members, calling 01902 590974, online at the choir’s website www.wombournechoralsociety.org.uk, or by buying at the door on the night.Wolverhampton Chamber Choir has had a busy term and has welcomed several new singers to thegroup. Prepara�on has already started for their showcase performance of Bach’s St John Passion tobe performed with full professional ensemble (The Salomon Orchestra) and soloists on 7th March inSt. John’s in the Square, Wolverhampton. This promises to be a popular event and �ckets will beavailable in the New Year – keep an eye on the website for details.Plans are well underway for May 2026, when WCC an�cipates an exci�ng weekend of combinedevents with visi�ng German choir, Total Vokal.If you are a singer (par�cularly tenor or bass) with some sight-reading ability who enjoys performinga wide variety of choral music to a high standard, please get in touch. New singers are asked to comealong to a few rehearsals to get the feel of the choir and then an audi�on is arranged.Rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings 8:00 – 9:30pm during term �me), at St Michael and AllAngels Church in Te�enhall (WV6 9AJ).Visit the website or email [email protected] for further details.
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28Visit us online at www.tettenhallclock.co.uk @Theclock&park @tettenhallclockSupport Compton Care in the Wolverhampton 10K!Specialist palliative and bereavement supportprovider, Compton Care, is delighted to onceagain be the charity partner for theWolverhampton 10K event, taking place onSunday, 29 March 2026.The popular event will see thousands of runnersof all abilities take to the streets ofWolverhampton. The run starts and finishes atthe Molineux stadium, and runners areencouraged to raise funds to help the charitycontinue providing vital specialist services topeople living with life limiting conditions in thelocal community.Community and Events Fundraiser, Sally Woods,said: “We are delighted to once again partnerwith Run for Charity for the Wolverhampton 10Kand we have a limited number of FREE placesavailable for those who want to run for#TeamCompton! By joining us you’ll be doingmore than just completing a race, you’ll behelping us continue to provide vital services topeople living with life limiting conditions andtheir families. Every step you run, and everykilometre ticked off will make a realdifference in someone’s life”.Lace up and make a difference!Every year, the charity supports local peopleliving with life limiting conditions through itsrange of specialist services, including clinicalcare on its Inpatient Unit. It also supportspatients out in the community, providingspecialist care in the place they call home.Patients’ families also have access to thecharity’s services and specialist bereavementsupport.Compton supporter Jo, took on the challenge forthe charity last year and said: “Taking on theWolverhampton 10K for Compton was anamazing experience! I wanted to set myself thechallenge and at the same time raise funds for acharity which is close to my heart. The Comptonteam were fantastic in the run-up to the event,and the atmosphere on the day was incredible.Running alongside so many people with thesame purpose was truly uplifting, and the cheersalong the route kept us going. If you’re thinkingabout it – go for it! I can’t recommend this eventenough.”To find out more about the event visit:comptoncare.org.uk/wolves10k
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