HuddleHub, Barrow in Furness (2024)

23/11/2024

FANCY PICKING YOUR OWN REAL CHRISTMAS TREE? Then pop along to Stribers Farm Xmas trees (LA12 8PE). Sizes range from 2ft to 30ft!

16/11/2024

Feeling Christmassy yet?
Stribers Farm at Haverthwaite has beautiful fresh Christmas trees from 2ft to 30ft.
Pop along and choose your own!

06/11/2024

JOB VACANCY
FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATOR DALTON-IN-FURNESS, CUMBRIA BRANCH.

(JOB SHARE CONSIDERED)

MATERNITY COVER FOR 10 MONTHS FROM 2ND JANUARY 2025

An opportunity has arisen for a Full-Time Administrator in our Dalton Branch to work within a long-established family company.

Working Hours: 9.00 a.m.to 5.00 p.m. Monday to Friday
Ideally you will have experience in the following:

• Computer literate, i.e., Word/Excel Spreadsheets etc
• Maintaining and updating sensitive documentation
• Dealing sympathetically and courteously with bereaved families both over the telephone and in person
• Liaising with Doctors, Celebrants and Ministers
• General office/reception duties including dealing with Charities
• Managing & processing financial records & monies
• Preparation of Order of Service booklets
• Preparing music and literature for Funeral Services
• Although this job is based in Dalton you may be required to cover staff holidays at any of our other branches
This is a full-time position and will require someone with experience. Only candidates with
proven skills will be considered.

Please call into either our Dalton, Barrow or Ulverston office for an application form.
We will only accept written applications.
Closing Date: Monday 9th December 2024

24/10/2024

JOB VACANCY
ROUND HOUSE HUB & CAFE, WALNEY, BARROW-IN-FURNESS, CUMBRIA.
We are looking for an experienced cook!
If you are highly motivated, adaptable and keen to work independently, as well as part of a team then this could be just the job for you.
Our popular beachside cafe can get busy very quickly, so we need someone who can step up a gear, use their initiative, and work at a fast pace whilst delivering good quality, well presented food.
If you have creative flair, love to bake and can work to high hygiene standards then there is an opportunity to fill our cake fridge with your culinary creations too!
We are a dog friendly all inclusive cafe, with lots of lovely regular customers and plenty of community events going on.
If you like the sound of what we do and you would like to be part of the Round House team then drop us an email along with your CV.
This is a part time role.
Hours and salary to be discussed at interview.
Please send your CV to: [email protected]

24/09/2024

Barrow beachside cafe hosts Macmillan fundraiser with a difference.
Starting this Friday and continuing over the weekend, the Round House Hub & Cafe at Biggar Bank on Walney Island will look a little different as
staff help raise awareness of breast health as part of the annual Macmillan fundraiser.
The Round House team decided to make it a memorable event by using hundreds of donated bras to decorate the cafe, along with having a raffle, local Elvis impersonator John Halligan, free beauty treatments with the Tropics ladies, cake sales and lots of fun whilst raising money for Macmillan.
The cafe is open daily from 10am-4pm.
See their page for more information:
Round House Hub & Cafe

22/08/2024

JOB VACANCY
Part time Administrator
Rogans Monumental Masons, Barrow

An opportunity has arisen for a Part-time Administrator to work in a long- established family company.

Working Hours: 19 hours per week:
Weds 12.30 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Thurs 9.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
Friday 9.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
(Some full-time work will be required to cover sickness and holidays)

Ideally you will have experience in the following:
• Dealing sympathetically and courteously with bereaved families.
• Computer Literate – Work/Excel/spreadsheets.
• Producing and typing of Estimates and Invoices accurately with an eye for detail.
• Recording of finance data on spreadsheets accurately.
• Balancing of month end Sales and Petty Cash.
• Banking.
• Monitoring Invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Ordering from and Payment to Suppliers.
• General Office Duties.

In return you will benefit from:
• A highly competitive salary.
• Holiday entitlement: 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays pro rata.
• Contractual Sick Pay: The Company provides for the payment of up to four week’s basic pay, inclusive of SSP, in any rolling 12-month period.
• Sick Leave: The Company is responsible for paying SSP if you are eligible. The maximum period which SSP is payable is 28 weeks in one period of sickness absence and is paid at a rate specified by law.
• Pension Scheme: The Company offers access to a Group Life Pension scheme. You will be entitled to join on completion of three months’ service.
• Opportunities to develop systems.
• A permanent role in a successful business.

Please call into Rogans office, Highfield Road Barrow or Little & Caine Ltd Barrow / Dalton branch for an application form. Only written applications will be considered.

Closing Date: Monday 23rd September 2024

09/08/2024

FUNERAL DIRECTOR
LITTLE AND CAINE LIMITED
Independent Family Business
Serving Cumbria, based at our Dalton Branch

• Highly competitive salary – plus On-Call allowance
• Company Pension scheme
• Permanent, Full-time position, including participation in Out of Hours Rota
• Full UK Driving License

Little and Caine are a family owned and independent funeral directors with a proud history. We have been serving our local community for three generations. Supporting the bereaved at a very emotionally distressing time. We value our reputation which is built on delivering the highest quality service, based on trust, recommendation, and relationships within the community.

We are looking for a committed, loyal, and honest person to add to our existing team of funeral directors. We require an individual who is passionate and dedicated to deliver funeral services with care and empathy, who is competent in the rigorous attention to detail required and considers this role as a vocation.

What you will do – “The Role”

• Meet with families to make funeral arrangements, providing guidance, advice, and service.
• To look after the deceased with care and dignity, including dressing and coffin preparation.
• The proficiency to complete relevant documents in relation to individual arrangements.
• Capable to carry out manual handling, often in challenging situations.
• Liaise with third parties in a professional manner, including the Coroner, Doctors, Ministers, Celebrants,
Nursing Homes, Florist and Caterers.
• Able to carry out general office duties and pre-funeral preparations, for example, preparation of
vehicles each day.
• You must be able to take part in the Out of Hours Rota, including funeral director duties and removals of
the deceased.
• Flexible and accessible to families as required, prepared to go the extra mile to meet individual needs.
• To promote and champion the core values of Little and Caine and independent funeral services. You would play a part in the continuity of services, flexibility, years of experience and ongoing bereavement care for families following the service.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• We require a highly motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team.
• A highly organised person with the ability to prioritise tasks to accommodate workloads.
• A unique individual with a methodical work approach, who values attention to detail and accuracy.
• Can demonstrate excellent literacy and IT skills.
• A natural ability to communicate with people and the capability to listen in a caring and empathetic
manner.
• Confidence to be calm, efficient, and compassionate with a resilience and ability to work under
pressure.
• An ability to communicate sensitively with families to guide them through a variety of options in support
of their beliefs and values in a non-discriminatory fashion.

It is a big responsibility to arrange a fitting send off and is never taken lightly. It is tough and requires a high level of understanding, empathy and compassion. That said, it is a truly rewarding vocation and we believe a privilege to share these very emotive moments with families to create the most fitting service.
Benefits include:
• Holiday entitlement: 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Contractual Sick Pay: The Company provides for the payment of up to four week's basic pay, inclusive of SSP, in any rolling 12 month period
• Sick Leave: The Company is responsible for paying SSP if you are eligible. The maximum period which SSP is payable is 28 weeks in one period of sickness absence and is paid at a rate specified by law.
• Pension Scheme: The Company offers access to a Group Life Pension Scheme. You will be entitled to join on completion of three months service.
• Competitive Salary.

Please call into either our Barrow or Dalton office for an application form. Only written applications will be considered.

Closing Date: Monday 2nd September 2024

19/06/2024

Just in time for the good weather :) Harry Barker Properties Ltd have sand, gravel and stone for all your garden renovations, patio, drainage, driveways and general building work. Plus they can deliver. Contact Steve or check their page for more information.

17/06/2024

Good news for Walney Island residents.
VONEUS– bringing better broadband to communities across the UK
Voneus is rolling out its game changing gigabit broadband across Walney Island and will be available to more than 4,700 homes.
They specialise in bringing ultrafast, reliable broadband to communities across the UK, connecting homes and businesses in some of the hardest to reach areas. They provide ultrafast broadband in two ways via full fibre as well as their gigabit wireless networks, a state-of-the-art addition to their superfast fixed wireless service.

They first rolled out the network working with Hartlepool Council in December 2022 and after a successful trial they knew they could take this innovative solution to the next level. Walney Island will be their biggest GWA network to date.
Voneus have completed other GWA network builds in twelve other areas including North Yorkshire, Devon, Wiltshire, Pembrokeshire and Oxfordshire in the past 12 twelve months.

Work has already begun on the Island in the North Scale area. Voneus have a dedicated Walney Island page on their website where you can find out more about what they are doing and when. It’s going to take a few months to complete the network build and they will continue building in different areas throughout the summer. The Voneus team will commence work in the Vickerstown area very soon.
Using the lampposts to help transmit their broadband to your home, this state of the art technology uses line of sight radio signals and is designed to offer a superior service over traditional fixed wireless, whilst delivering the same speeds as their full fibre network, with symmetrical speeds up to 900Mb.
Reliable and ultrafast gigabit connectivity will support the continued economic development of Walney Island, with the rollout of the network being efficient and quick as it does not rely on digging up roads and blocking streets with road closures.

Voneus teams are out and about talking with residents, businesses and schools while also attending local events in order to better understand the unique challenges of our locality.

Decca Adams Head of Community Engagement for the North and he will be at the Round House Hub & Cafe, Biggar Bank, Walney Island on Wednesday 19th June from 1pm-3pm to answer any questions you might have.
You can also contact the team at [email protected]

Residents can also register their interest in receiving Voneus broadband – without any commitment – to unlock exclusive offers by emailing [email protected] and they will keep you updated with their plans.
Voneus are so confident you’ll love their ultrafast broadband they are giving you 3 months free! So you can be sure their network works seamlessly before you switch from your old provider. If you’re not sure when your current broadband contract ends you can find this on your bill or by giving them a quick call.
They also promise not to increase the price you pay each month for 24 months.

23/05/2024

Local Appeal - 23 May 2024

Walney
Police are investigating the theft of a VW Transporter which was taken from Biggar Bank Road, Walney on Friday 17th May after 3pm.
The vehicles VRM is YH07 GWU.
Anyone with information relating to this incident or has seen the vehicle can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it , quoting incident number 242 of 19 May 2024.
You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

16/05/2024

THIS SUNDAY 19th May from 1pm at the Round House Hub & Cafe, Biggar Bank Road, Walney Island, Barrow.
Pop along and enjoy the superb chilled out Ibiza vibes with Si Sax & Joel Talbot whilst raising funds for The Bluebell Foundation.
The weather forecast is looking good. Everyone is welcome.

16/05/2024

Continued police appeal for information as part of missing person investigation – Nigel Redshaw

Police are continuing to appeal for information on the whereabouts of missing Nigel Redshaw who has not been seen for around four weeks.
Nigel, 55, from Cheshire, was last seen on CCTV at Holgate Caravan Park in Silverdale on 17 April and was also seen at the Leighton Moss RSPB site on 18 April.
He is described as being around 6ft 1ins tall and has a long beard and long hair which is often tied in a ponytail. He was last seen wearing a blue Berghaus waterproof jacket and may be carrying a maroon-coloured rucksack.

Timeline of Nigel’s last known movements:
15 April – Nigel is collected from Lancaster train station by a friend at 7:20pm
16 April – Nigel goes missing from friend’s house in Low Gill
17 April – Nigel is seen on CCTV at Holgate Caravan Park between 10:30am – 12:56pm
18 April – Nigel is seen at Leighton Moss, Lancashire, by members of the public between 8:45am - 10:23am
22 April – Nigel is reported missing to police
Inspector Ross Woods, South Lakes Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Since Nigel was reported to us as missing we have conducted a full investigation to find him. A team of officers have conducted extensive CCTV enquiries and searches across the Arnside and Silverdale areas.
“Nigel is originally from Cheshire but has a footprint in all areas of Cumbria.
“We are growing considerably concerned for Nigel’s welfare and safety and would urge anyone who has seen Nigel or knows where he may be to get in touch.
“I would also like to appeal directly to Nigel to contact us and let us know you are safe.”
If you see Nigel please call 999.
Any other information which may assist can be provided online via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it or by phone on 101.

14/05/2024

Local Appeal - 14 May 2024

Barrow
Police are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle fail to stop following a road traffic collision on Sunday 12 May at approximately 3:20pm at the junction of Risedale Road and Bridgegate Avenue, Barrow.
The collision involved a pedal cyclist and an unknown vehicle.
A male rider of the bicycle was hit from behind whilst turning onto Bridgegate Avenue and suffered injuries which required hospital treatment.
The vehicle failed to stop at the scene.
Anyone with information relating to this incident or who witnessed it can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it , quoting incident number 254 of 12 May 2024 .

You can also phone on 101.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

13/05/2024

Op Sceptre: Officers visiting schools to educate young on dangers of knives

Cumbria Constabulary will be educating young people and carrying out test purchasing operations as part of its support for a national, week-long knife crime campaign, beginning on Monday (13 May 2024).

Operation Sceptre is a national policing operation which aims to make streets safer across the country via a number of means including by providing the opportunity for potentially dangerous and harmful blades to be removed from our streets by giving people the opportunity to dispose of knives anonymously and safely in amnesty bins at local Police Stations.

During the week, police officers will be visiting local schools to help educate young people about the potential consequences that can result from carrying a knife, whilst neighbourhood policing team officers will be conducting test purchasing operations to ensure retailers are not selling knives to children.

Chief Inspector Steve Hunter said: “The Constabulary regularly supports Operation Sceptre and during the May week of action we will be concentrating our efforts on educating and informing young people, as well as ensuring that local commercial premises are aware of their responsibilities with regards the sale of knives.

“Knife crime impacts all communities and educating young people is a vital part of our efforts here in Cumbria as we work together to ensure the county remains one of the safest places in the country to live and visit."

Someone in possession of a knife is not only increasing the risk of harm to themselves but could also face a fine of £5,000 and a four-year prison sentence.

Ch Insp Hunter said: “Op Sceptre week includes an amnesty opportunity where people can bring in unwanted but potentially dangerous knives and other bladed articles, so they can be disposed of safely.

“It is a quick process and your action will help make your community a safer place.”

Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, David Allen, said: “Being in possession of a weapon means that you are more likely to use it or have it used against you– this is a risk none of us should take.

“Operation Sceptre is an incredibly positive, pro-active initiative that allows the public to hand over a potentially dangerous knife or bladed weapon without fear of repercussion.

“Knife crime can devastate multiple lives so I would urge anyone who is in possession of a sharp object that could be used as a weapon to hand it in to one of the Police boxes around the county.

“This is also a great opportunity to speak to our children about the risks around knife crime.

“Cumbria is a safe county so please help to keep it safe and protect our communities.”

Anyone wishing to hand a knife or bladed article in should put them in a box or strong bag. Never attempt to take an uncovered knife or bladed article out in public. Members of the public are also advised to go directly to a designated station when handing in such items.

The stations where you can hand your knives or bladed articles in are:

North
• Carlisle

South
• Barrow
• Kendal

West
• Whitehaven
• Workington

To check on opening times please visit: Find a police station | Cumbria Police

If you are worried about the someone who is in possession of a knife or need advice, please contact police or report anonymously via Crimestoppers.
You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit. You can also phone on 101.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Always call 999 in an emergency and when a crime is in progress.

29/03/2024

Local Appeal
BARROW
Police are investigating a collision at West Shore Road, Walney Island.
It happened on March 27 at about 2.40pm near the junction with Derwent Bank.
A van was in collision with a cyclist.
The driver of the van did not stop at the scene to exchange details.
The cyclist had injuries to his hands and chest.
The van was described as a black-and-grey Renault, with red and yellow tape around the back of the vehicle.
Anyone with information is asked to report online via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it - quoting incident 139 of March 27.
You can also call on 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

21/03/2024

Barrow receives three new dedicated Community Beat Officers

Barrow will now benefit from three new Community Beat Officers who have joined the wider Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team.
All three officers officially started their roles on 18 March and will begin working within their neighbourhoods, getting to know the residents and business owners, over the next few weeks.
PC Chloe Dixon will be the dedicated beat officer for Dalton and Askam. Speaking on her new role PC Dixon said: “I joined Cumbria Constabulary in 2020 and since then I have worked as a response officer in Barrow and completed a policing degree.
“As part of my new role, my key priorities will be to build a good relationship with the local community and reduce crime, in particular anti-social behaviour and drug supply.
“I am looking forward to dedicating my time to the Dalton and Askam communities and providing a regular, visible police presence there.”
PC Rheannon Hackett will cover the Hindpool and town centre areas as part of her role. PC Hackett has been a police officer for six years and as Barrow local herself she said: “I have always loved working in my hometown because I am passionate about it and the people in it.
“I am looking forward to working in the heart Barrow and using the knowledge and experience I have gained whilst working as a response officer to work with the local community and business owners.
“I will be focussing on anti-social behaviour and crime in my area and I’m keen to know of any other key issues in my area. I know how hard people and small businesses work to improve Barrow and I can’t wait to be a part of that community.”
PC Greg Rogerson has been an officer with Cumbria for six years now and covers Roose, Salthouse and Newbarns.
Speaking on his new role he said: “I was born and grew up in Barrow and I know what a strong community can achieve.
“I look forward to becoming part of the community and helping people where I can".
Inspector Damien Mottram, of Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “I’m pleased to introduce three new Community Beat Officers to the area. Over the coming weeks they will begin work to establish themselves in their communities and understand some of the issues in their areas.
“As part of their roles, these officers will be able to provide a visible, reassuring police presence in their areas, deterring crime and also work with local residents and business owners to understand, prevent and detect crime and anti-social behaviour.
“PCs Dixon, Hackett and Rogerson are all experienced officers and I have no doubt they will provide excellent support to the policing team of Barrow and our partners.”

Photos: PC Chloe Dixon (left) PC Greg Rogerson (middle) PC Rheannon Hackett (right)

13/03/2024

SCAM ALERT!
We know that scammers are doing the rounds at the moment, and they have been contacting our Mother’s Day competition entrants.
It is not us. We will never ask you to click a link to win any of our competitions.
Please see below how smart these people are, but note the freesites.net is something to be alerted to.
Stay vigilant and please DO NOT CLICK ANY LINKS.

09/03/2024

ADMINISTRATOR – BARROW BRANCH

A role has arisen for a Full Time Administrator in our Barrow Branch to work within a long-established company.

Working Hours: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. Monday to Friday inclusive.

Ideally you will have experience in the following:

• Computer literate, i.e., Word/Excel Spreadsheets etc.
• Administering and distribution electronically, of Charitable Donations and liaising with Charities on behalf of families.
• Prepare photo slideshows & Order of Service.
• Dealing sympathetically and courteously with bereaved families.
• General office duties.
• Assisting in the running of our own Trevelyan Chapel.
• Typing of obituary and acknowledgement notices accurately and grammatically correct for submission to local papers to a deadline.
• Raising invoices & preparing estimates.
• Adhere to work policies and uphold a professional and efficient working environment.
• Although this job is based in Barrow you may be required to cover staff holidays at any of our other branches.
This is a full-time position and will require someone with experience. Only candidates with
proven skills will be considered. In return you will benefit from:

• A highly competitive salary
• The opportunity to develop systems
• A permanent role in a successful business
Please call into either our Barrow or Dalton office for an application form. Only written applications will be considered.

Further details of the role can be obtained by emailing [email protected].
Closing Date: Tuesday 2nd April 2024

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