Posted by Jozee, 26th July 2010 at 2:32PM

I understand that Coleman, but I think HGBC aren't trying to convert or impose themselves on anyone (as was mentioned earlier, I think). I believe the purpose of the visits is to tell the community of the things they are involved in, which maybe local people don't know about.
For example, there is a mums and toddlers group, a luncheon club for the elderly, lots of youth activities and children's clubs, social groups, and the Furniture Station.

I wouldn't want people trying to force any religion down my throat, especially in my own home, but it seems the idea of communicating with the local community about things that are available can only be a positive step to helping with the 'community' feel in Hazel Grove - something which we often hear is lacking today.

Posted by Coleman, 26th July 2010 at 4:10PM

If that's the case then maybe they would be better using flyers or a newsletter of some sort.

Even if they are only doing it to inform people of what they are doing, i would still find it annoying that they feel they should be knocking on doors to do it.

I'm sure i'm not the only one who would rather not be disturbed by unwanted knocks at the door when i'm at home.

And i do find it hard to believe that they would go door to do simply to let people know of what they have been doing. I suspect that even if it's not their primary objective they would probably use the opportunity to do a little recruiting.

Posted by Jozee, 26th July 2010 at 5:04PM

I think that's the point - there is a letter sent out first, so that if people don't want a knock on the door, they can leave the note in their door/window and then they won't be disturbed. I suppose its a more personal touch and there are probably many people in the community who don't see people from one day to the next and they may not mind someone calling, especially if they know in advance that someone is coming.

Posted by Coleman, 27th July 2010 at 9:11AM

Fair enough then, if thats the case i don't suppose its so bad.

Although i would say they would be better off doing it the other way round i.e. put up a sign if you DO want a visit. Otherwise they could disturb people who simply hadn't seen their letter.

Posted by yetty, 27th July 2010 at 9:59AM

I think it's about time all cold calling was outlawed.Then the vulnerable people wouldn't be targeted by all the scumbags and dubious sales people.