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Archaeological dig to explore the croft in Aldridge
An archaeological dig aimed at uncovering hidden historical finds in Aldridge took place on Tuesday 16th March 2010, organised by Walsall Council, working in partnership with Aldridge Rotary Club as part of a plan for future ideas to enhance The Croft, including a possible heritage trail.
Previous finds in Walsall range from flint tools dating back to the Mesolithic period, around 10,000 years ago, to 20th century industrial structures. There are currently around 1,500 records for Walsall included in the Black Country Sites and Monument Records.
Geophysics work for the archaeological evaluation started last week to pinpoint the location of trial trenches which are being dug and recovered on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Pupils from Cooper & Jordan Primary school will also be visiting the site to witness the dig taking place.
Councillor Adrian Andrew, Walsall Council cabinet member for regeneration, said: "The Croft is an important village asset and some really exciting options are being looked at to enhance it even further.
"This includes creating a heritage trail that will link The Croft to the village and its shops and really make it a focal point for the whole community.
"We hope the archaeological dig will unearth evidence of The Croft's history which we can share with both current and future generations.
"Our district centres are very important to us and this is another example of how we are working to make them a focal point for the people that live there and also encourage others to come and visit."
Northamptonshire Country Council has been appointed by the council to undertake the archaeological evaluation. It is being funded through Section 106 money from a nearby housing development.
Together with a heritage trail other ideas put forward so far for The Croft include further landscaping of the site, adding picnic benches, pathways, benches and litter bins.
A public consultation day has been held giving people the opportunity to see the proposals and have their say. Workshops will also be held with local schools and youth clubs over the next few weeks to gain wider community input.
Brian Wheat, Aldridge Rotary Club president, said: "We are very excited about this archaeological evaluation and hope it will enable us to draw up a detailed guide to The Croft's history.
"The Croft is greatly valued by the Aldridge Community and we are keen to make it a focal point for the village by creating a heritage trail and adding to the facilities the community currently enjoy."
Anyone who would like more information on the scheme can contact Cherry Shine, Walsall Council principal regeneration officer, on 01922 652537.
Terrafirma garden hand fork website Alan and Peter Neath from Aldridge, announced that they have designed and patented the Terrafirma Garden Hand Tool which eliminates blistered hands and the stresses and strains to the wrist of conventional garden hand forks and trowels....see more information here: Terrafirma tools in Aldridge
Aldridge Local History Society have been successful for many years with over 145 members and have a large regular meeting place at Aldridge Parish Church.
A brand new ALHS website has also been launched publishing meetings and inviting new members or those who just want to attend any event that takes thier interest. see the new Aldridge Local History Society website here
Redhouse school site development of residential housing and a community centre.
I spoke with Councillor John Rochelle, who tells me there is at present a grant of £ 300,000 pounds set a side for the proposed Redhouse community centre, subject to 15 local people coming forward to form the management team as volunteers to take on the running of the facility which was presented at a recent meeting. However, at present there are still volunteer vancancies still open, but if these positions are not filled, then the whole community project and the £300,000 grant is in real danger of being withdrawn and scrapped, which will be a great pity for the Redhouse area.
If you or somebody you know wishes to find out more about becoming part of the volunteer management team, please contact Aldridge website and i will be very pleased to put you in touch with Councillor Rochelle and other people working towards making the community centre project a success.
I also spoke with Steve Pugh at walsall council “Estates dept” who tells me that the recently erected for sale board at the school site is the second part of the development which will be residential housing.
The residential development will only use land which has NOT been reserved for the proposed new community centre.
Ps. There will be one paid post at the community Centre, which will be the keyholder with overall resposibility, but the opportunities for the 15 volunteers helping for just a few hours each between them, much like the system that works so well in all other community centres, will mean that Redhouse local residents can have a host of facilities and events. Mother and toddlers groups, parties, kids disco, BBQ events, clubs, dancing, yoga, pilates, karate, all types of classes, coffee mornings. meetings, presentations and generally the list is only limited by your imagination and creativity, of course many of these facilities will generate income to maintain and self fund the proposed community centre, and help put Redhouse area back on the map with equal standing and access to services only available at present to other areas which mean travelling by car or a long walk !
( Just my personal thoughts on this opportunity for the Redhouse area: Alan Neath )
Local talent from Aldridge shines....
Scott Dean, a 26 year old singer songwriter/guitar teacher from Aldridge
see full story on Scott Deans page here
ALDRIDGE VILLAGE BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP have published minutes of their meeting which can be seen on the Aldridge village Partnership page
Ghost busters are in Aldridge, South Staffordshire Ghost Club, a group of enthusiastic individuals who, as a hobby, investigate alledgedly haunted buildings are looking for ghost reports, sightings and stories in Aldridge area, so find more information about Ghosts hauntings and investigations here
A Great little video tour of Aldridge !
Aldridge Police Station is operational around the clock “Aldridge Police Station is open to the public 7am till 10pm Monday to Friday and 10am till 6pm Saturday and Sunday. The front office is manned by civilian members of staff who are entitled to breaks. To accommodate this the station is occasionally closed for a short period of time. The alternative would be to take an officer off the streets to cover the front office which we are reluctant to do. Although the station is closed to the public outside of the times given it remains an operational station 24/7 with neighbourhood officers and support teams officers coming and going throughout the day and night. A policy decision was made to close the station to the public of a night time as experience showed that the demand did not justify a member of police staff being posted to the station 24/7. This remains true and I do not envisage a time where the station will remain open 24hrs a day every day.” Sgt Finch, Neighbourhood Sergeant at Aldridge Police Station. If the door is closed or you require police assistance outside the front desk hours, use the public phone located outside the police station front doors, which is directly linked to Walsall Police HQ with 24 hour coverage.
Aldridge goes "Interactive" on the internet
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BroadCall Telephone and Internet services in Aldridge give an improved service via the upgraded telephone exchanges in Aldridge which reduce costs of phone and internet services to residents Check your telephone number here ( FREE )
Sell your unwanted items from the garage or loft using Free Classified adverts including free pictures, on Aldridge website.
Nearest Transport Links to Aldridge in Walsall, WS9, near Birmingham, West Midlands
Railway Station
2.8 miles (4.6 km)
Motorway M6 j7
3.4 miles (5.4 km)
Birmingham Airport
12.7 miles (20.4 km)
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