Preston & Fylde Issue 52

AUGUST - OCTOBER 2018

PRESTON & FYLDE EDITION 52

Nathan Outlaw

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Jennie Bond EXPLORES SINGAPORE

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Twittering on With Angela Kelly Commonsense on our NHS is long overdue WE appear to be a nation that is quite comfortable with not bothering to turn up for our hospital appointments.

How else can you explain eight million missed outpatient appointments last year at an average cost of £120 each?

That meant £1 billion lost to our underfire and under-funded NHS. And it’s the patients who have caused that loss!

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It seems crackers to me. Like shooting yourself in the foot several times and then complaining that your foot’s a bit sore.

According to NHS England, that money could have funded almost a million cataract operations or a quarter of a million hip replacements. At a time when people may have to wait ridiculously long times – often in pain and with a severely restricted lifestyle – for these procedures it seems a national scandal.

Asking people to use our health services responsibly, though, seems like a cry in the wilderness. People with coughs and colds rock up at A & E, filling waiting rooms, using resources and generally clogging up a system plainly not meant for such trivial ailments when a quick trip to the local pharmacist could get them sorted in no time.

We’ve also never had more medical help available to us at the end of a phone or online. Advice and guidance is there for all who ring the 111 services and GP surgeries are now far more streamlined to deal with the most serious cases first.

Last year, more than nine million people were sent home from A & E with just guidance and advice. Even doing this takes up important working hours and means the message is still not getting across.

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There are regular arguments in favour of charging people for appointments as incentive to turn up but equal counterarguments that this hits the worst off in

the population. And it still may not work.

In this 70th year of the NHS, its Chief Nurse Professor Jane Cummings is urging everyone to use the NHS properly. This includes cancelling appointments in good time to free them up for others – and being realistic about our ailments and not going to A & E unless we really do have an accident or an emergency.

Surely the time has come for genuine commonsense on this one?

Sorry but not loving Love Island at all AM I wrong or are reality TV programmes becoming increasingly trivial?

I suppose it’s Love Island that has me all het up about the sort of viewing on our many channels.

It may look wonderful – like a fantasy sunshine holiday for the under-30s consisting of beautiful young women and men - but its message of casual sex and ultra short-term relationships is an unhealthy one to send out to youngsters. Even if nine million viewers don’t agree.

While Masterchef in all its forms is actually informative, Jersey Shore and The Only Way Is Essex are the dross end of entertainment.

Motorway Cops, Police Interceptors, Inside The Ambulance, 24 Hours in A & E and Nothing to Declare can actually shine a light on life as it’s lived by the majority.

But some of the house makeover programmes make you worry about the state of the British design industry today.

Viewers are actually reduced to watching paint dry.

Whatever next? Celebrity Colonscopy?

My Life with Piles? Please ….. let’s get back to proper programmes.

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Discovering Singapore

BY JENNIE BOND “Well, this looks interesting!” said my husband as we were driven from the cruise terminal in Singapore to the airport for the flight home.

“ Don’t even think about seeing them all in one day,” said our wonderful guide, Naseem. “Unless you have your hiking shoes on and are feeling really energetic”. In the heat and humidity, we certainly weren’t.

Jim and I had just disembarked from a Cunard voyage and were heading straight back to the UK. We were both struck by the lush greenery and exotic flowers along the route to the airport, a sharp contrast to the dismal trek along the M4 from central London to Heathrow. And the Singapore skyline was dominated by fascinating pieces of modern architecture.

It seemed such a shame to see so little of this small island on the southern tip of Malaysia. All too often, Singapore is viewed as somewhere you pass through on the way to the Far East or Australia. So we resolved to return and explore.

And that’s how, two years later, we ended up in the lap of luxury at the Shangri-La Hotel in central Singapore. After the long flight from London, we were greeted in the steamy, pre-dawn heat of a March morning, by a doorman dressed as a Tibetan warrior.

It was slightly surreal, but then the Valley Wing of the Shangri La offers its guests a rather extraordinary experience all round.

Even in all my travels with the Royal Family I’ve never come across a hotel offering complimentary champagne, fine wine, cocktails, afternoon tea, dainty sandwiches and canapés throughout your stay.

It’s a place where wine lovers and foodies need to exercise a good deal of self control. We failed!

“Whatever you do,” our friends in the UK had advised us, “you mustn’t miss the Botanical Gardens”.

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With limited time, silly shoes and only pensioner- level energy, we focussed our attention on one specific area: the Orchid Garden. And it’s stunning.

Lemak (coconut rice, with hot chilli sauce, fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber and a hard-boiled egg) we set off to see the gardens which are the crowning jewel of Singapore.

The Botanical Gardens date back 150 years and have recently been recognised as an UNESCO world heritage site, and it’s easy to see why. First of all, they are enormous: more than 180 acres.

Jim is quite a dab hand at cultivating orchids. We still have one that was given to me 14 years ago after I was in “I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.” But the Singapore gardens take orchid displays to quite another level. And we were treading in the footsteps of the many famous people who have been there- as the orchids named after them proved: The Queen, the Princess of Wales, Charles and Camilla and Barack Obama, to mention but a few.

There are also two gigantic domes in this park. One is rather like a fantastic indoor Chelsea Flower Show, housed in the world’s largest greenhouse. The other creates the impression that you are walking high up in a cloud - and you are, indeed, extremely high on a cleverly designed skywalk which wends its way back down, giving you a bird’s eye view of the exhibits. However, if you have an aversion to heights, like my husband, this particular attraction is probably best avoided.

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From that enchanting experience we moved on to a most eerie one: a park dedicated to Chinese mythology. Haw Par Villa is rather a tranquil oasis built for Singaporeans by two brothers who created the famous Tiger Balm herbal remedy. It’s a cross between Disney and the horror chamber at Madame Tussaud’s.

Blood-thirsty statues depict the appalling mythological punishments meted out to robbers, villains and petty thieves.

Throughout our stay, one theme dominated every day: what to eat next.

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And it’s fun to walk past their smoking barbecues in the warm night air and choose which offerings to sample.

Our most memorable meal was at Red House, a seafood restaurant established more than 40 years ago. There we shared a set menu for one, including Singapore’s famous chilli crab, and found we had more than enough food for us both. It was delicious.

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HOME & GARDEN

Bring the Sunshine into

YOUR HOME

Summer is full of yellows and bright greens – or go for this year’s ice-cream shades of pale pinks and subdued blues to bathe visitors in gentle light as soon as they come through the door.

Start using more FOLIAGE in the home.

Fresh plants have very definite health benefits around the house and the humble houseplant is fast becoming a must-have buy.

Pop down to the local garden centre and invest in plenty of lovely plants, placing them in every room to bring the garden indoors and freshen up every space. Yes, they need watering and care but the rewards are huge. Put indoor hanging baskets in your conservatory or orangerie for a very definite extension of the garden inside your property.

THIS is definitely the time of year we want to bring the sunshine into our homes.

You don’t always need hot sun and high temperatures to make your home seasonally welcoming. There are plenty of ways to improve your property that makes you FEEL like Summer every day.

Start by taking a practical look at the OUTSIDE of your property. Is it looking tired? Could it do with a coat of fresh paint? Does plasterwork and woodwork need re-doing or replacing?

If your home looks sunny on the outside, it’s a major step to it feeling sunny on the inside. One quick way is, if you have a garage, paint the garage door in a bright and cheerful colour to make you smile every time you see it.

Your FRONT DOOR may be well past its prime, too, so consider buying a new door, perhaps with more glass in to

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allow light into the hallway. And could your hallway do with redecorating and painting a bright colour?

Pick up the green theme in FURNITURE. You don’t necessarily need to invest in a new sofa or armchairs – just use a brightly coloured throw in Nature’s best shades to bring Winter rooms to life.

They’re cosy as well for any slightly chillier evenings.

Redecorate a lounge or sitting room in Summer’s best shades, or opt for neutrals with splashes of colour.

If you prefer stronger colours or just an antidote to pastel shades, go for inky blues to break up spaces. This may be in the form of an imposing vase or some coloured glass for your flowers. And vary floral displays to different heights and widths to create an interesting and eye-catching addition to any room.

Take a fresh look at your WINDOWS as an easy way to let light and sunshine in any time but especially during the Summer months. If the double-glazing is blown or misty or if they are just looking old-fashioned or don’t maximise available light, it may well be worth asking for a quote from a recommended company.

One place to start is FENSA, a Government-authorised Competent Person Scheme for the replacement of windows, doors, roof windows and roof lights in England and Wales.

They are also aware of the relevant Building Regulations and work with thousands of double-glazing contractors assessed for their abilities. So it may well be worth visiting their website at https://www.fensa.org.uk Opening up roofs with windows can turn a previously gloomy spot into a lovely bright area. ORANGERIES and CONSERVATORIES are also worth considering at this time of year when work can be done easily with fewer problems caused by the weather. Again, always try to see a company’s work elsewhere before you buy and go on recommendation.

Another very effective way to bring fresh air and sunshine into your kitchen and living areas is with BI-FOLDING DOORS. These flexible glass doors offer a real opportunity to improve the amount of living space and bring in the outside.

They’re also great for entertaining if you have your barbecue on the patio and the garden spread out before you!

All that new light may, unfortunately, also make you take a fresh look at your KITCHEN and wish it, too, was much sunnier. Replacing unit doors is a good way to give a whole new look to this busy “heart of the home”. If you don’t want to spend that amount of money, begin by replacing utensils for any of the bright ranges currently on offer in supermarkets and homes’ stores.

A co-ordinated look among your utensils – and the coffeemaker and microwave as well if you like – breathes new life into tired-looking kitchens and takes advantage of all that extra fresh air and light.

BATHROOMS, too, can benefit from simple ideas like replacing items like tooth mugs, toilet roll holders and even

shower curtains with something newer and more colourful.

Complement those with an unusual ornament in the same colour or more of those great, green plants and you freshen up the whole room to look pristine again.

Furnishings in BEDROOMS for Summer 2018 follow an unusual trend – ombre. More recently, this has meant shading colour in hairstyles but here it applies to shading in everything from cushions and rugs to bedding, curtains and lampshades.

Just graduate different shades of the same colours. You can even do this with wallpapers by mixing and matching plain and print patterns in similar colours. The effects really are stunning.

If you want to enjoy your garden more this Summer it’s also worth making it as accessible, comfortable and as pleasing as possible. Installing a WATER FEATURE, for example, is always a relaxing and visually pleasing innovation.

The Royal Horticultural Society’s website is well worth a visit for ideas on everything from hedges and paths to furniture and containers along with planting advice. Go to https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/design You might want a more Mediterranean garden with the sort of shrubby vegetation in big pots and gravel between to emulate the hotter conditions of the South of France, Italy and Spain. Pots in lovely jewel colours will certainly make you think of sun-drenched Continental beaches and lush French countryside.

And if your Summer home plan helps you think of holiday enjoyment every day then you’ve succeeded!

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Creative ways to freshen up your home

WITH PLANTS plants that will both suit the spot you intend to place them.

HANGING HERBS It’s great to grow your own herbs and have them close by when cooking. A clever way to do this and create an interesting feature in your kitchen is by growing them in hanging containers. You should always hang them up as close to a windowsill as possible, so they can receive maximum light.

BATHROOM GREENERY Don’t forget about the bathroom when decorating your home with houseplants.

The steamy environment can provide the perfect climate for certain plants, and they can look right at home on a windowsill or next to the sink. You can even hang them on the wall for a retro look. Green plants will always complement white bathrooms.

Plants aren’t just for gardens – indoor greenery offers a great way of adding vibrancy to our homes and interiors.

From adding height and colour to modern and retro styles, there are so many ways you can transform your interiors with houseplants.

TABLE TOP TERRARIUMS Terrariums are a modern way of displaying plants in your home. You can buy them ready planted at various garden and home stores, or you can also make your own using a glass jar, container or fishbowl. Terrariums are perfect for housing succulents and cactuses, as they require only a small amount of water and plenty of light to thrive.

air quality in our homes. Big leafy greens look great in a modern interior, but go for plants with different heights to create a sense of balance.

BLOCK COLOUR PLANT POTS If you need to break up an empty space, a large plant pot painted in a bright colour will look stylish and fill the room perfectly. Paint in a single shade that matches the accents of your home furnishings, as this will create a cohesive colour scheme.

TEAPOT PLANTERS A fun and inventive way to add style to your home with plants is by displaying them in unusual containers, such as an old teapot. Fill with small houseplants and succulents for a vintage, quirky feel to your interiors. Check out your local charity shop or car boot sale for some cheap pieces you can easily turn into fabulous makeshift plant pots.

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Immersing your home with greenery is currently a popular trend. It can add a feeling of calmness to any space and certain plants can actually improve the

A great way of adding a feature with houseplants is by pairing them with other greenery that has different heights and textures. Different plants require different conditions, so try to match

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DON’T CUT CORNERS If a corner of your room is looking a little bleak, an ideal way to fill the space and bring life into the home is with a houseplant. If it’s a particularly shady spot go for a plant which doesn’t need much sunlight to thrive. Place the plant into a colourful plant pot for an added statement.

MIRROR FRAMEWORK Cute topiaries perfectly frame a large mirror on a mantel or dresser. This is a great way to add style to any home where all you need are two matching indoor plants placed either side. It also adds continuity to a room which will look balanced in a living space and can create a calming effect in a bedroom.

MACRAME PLANTERS This retro way of hanging plants was first popular in the 70’s but has recently made a revival. Macrame is a technique which uses ropes and knots to form a planter that you can hang topiaries in.

They look great in any room and work well with cactuses and succulents.

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This is great news for homeowners who have become tired of the costly, timeconsuming and never-ending upkeep involved in timber fencing. Colourfence is the smart choice for long-lasting, lowmaintenance fencing which comes with a 25 year guarantee and the built-in strength to withstand harsh climates including wind gusts of up to 130 miles per hour.

Over the past 10 years, Colourfence has altered the way in which gardens can be fenced, and it is now available locally.

Just imagine, for the price of a comparable quality timber fence, you could have a fence that’s professionally installed, will stay in place no matter what, and requires no more work than the occasional hose down with water to keep it looking as good as new.

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FOOD & DRINK

Nathan Outlaw, the owner of the world's only 2 Michelin Stars Fish Restaurant shares his recipes Barbecued grey mullet with garlic, fennel and olives There is something about butterflied fish cooked on a barbecue – somehow it just seems right. Lightly marinating the fish brings out its qualities and adds even more. The charred skin is really there for protection but if you get the temperature of the barbecue just right it will be lovely and crispy – delicious with the fennel, anise and garlic flavours.

Ingredients Serves 4 2 grey mullet, about 1kg each, scaled, gutted, butterflied and pin-boned 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped Olive oil for marinating and cooking 2 medium fennel bulbs 2 red onions, peeled and quartered Cornish sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Black olive dressing Handful of black olives, pitted and finely chopped About 150ml olive oil 2 tbsp chopped dill A splash of pastis Salad cream 2 egg yolks 2 tsp English mustard 2 tsp caster sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 300ml light olive oil 30ml double cream

To marinate the fish, lay the butterflied fillets on a tray, sprinkle over the garlic and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil and carefully rub the flavourings into the fish. Cover and leave to marinate in the fridge for 2 hours.

a bowl, stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill in the fridge.

Half an hour or so before the fish is required, light the barbecue.

To prepare the fennel, remove any tough outer layer, then quarter the bulbs. Thread the fennel and red onion quarters onto skewers, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil.

For the salad cream, put the egg yolks, mustard, sugar and lemon juice into a blender and blitz briefly to combine.

With the motor running, add the oil in a slow, steady stream. Once it is all incorporated and emulsified, transfer to

For the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. When the barbecue coals are ready, cook the fennel and red onion skewers on a medium heat (rather than the hottest part of the

barbecue) until tender; this should take about 10 minutes.

Once the vegetables are cooked, take them off the barbecue and keep warm. Now lay the butterflied fish skin side down on the hottest part of the barbecue and cook for about 4 minutes.

Turn and cook for 2 minutes on the flesh side (the skin should have lifted, making it easy to turn the fish over).

Lay the fish and vegetable skewers on warm plates and spoon on the olive dressing.

Serve with the salad cream.

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Plaice poached in butter with leeks, and parsley and mustard mash Poached on the bone, plaice is great. Poached in butter, it’s even better! This is a fish that is prone to drying, but the butter keeps the flesh deliciously moist. Lemon sole and brill similarly benefit from being cooked this way.

Ingredients Serves 4 2 plaice, about 1kg each, fins trimmed, head removed and split down the centre bone 500g salted butter 2 bay leaves 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 large thyme sprig 8 small leeks, outer leaves removed and cut across in half, or 12 baby leeks, trimmed Cornish sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Parsley and mustard mash 3 large baking potatoes 150ml whole milk 4 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley 1–2 tbsp English mustard, to taste To serve Lemon wedges 30ml double cream

Heat your oven to 220°C/Gas 7. For the mash, put the potatoes on an oven tray and bake for 1 hour or until tender.

When the potatoes are cooked, set aside until cool enough to handle.

Lower the oven setting to 180°C/Gas 4.

the fish and cook in the oven for about 12 minutes. Meanwhile, warm the mash and leeks.

Put the butter, bay leaves, garlic and thyme in a pan and warm over a low heat until the butter has melted. Add the leeks and cook until the butter starts to turn golden, then remove from the heat and leave to cool.

Once cooled, strain off most of the butter into a roasting tin large enough to hold the plaice.

For the mash, bring the milk to a simmer in a pan and remove from the heat. Cut the potatoes in half, scoop out the flesh and pass through a potato ricer into a bowl, or mash with a potato masher.

Fold in the milk and then add enough of the reserved poaching butter to give a soft mash. Add the chopped parsley and mustard and season with salt and pepper to taste.

To check the fish is done, carefully lift a piece out of the butter and insert a small knife at the thickest point, hold it there for 5 seconds and then place it against the back of your wrist; it should feel warm, not cold or hot.

Transfer the leeks to a tray, ready to warm through to serve. Reserve the rest of the butter.

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To cook the fish, bring the butter in the roasting tin to a simmer. Carefully add

Scoop the mash onto warm plates and add the leeks. Carefully lift the plaice onto the plates, spoon over some of the butter and season with a little salt. Serve at once, with lemon wedges.

Salmon poached in tarragon vinegar with carrots in brown butter There is something about butterflied fish cooked on a barbecue – somehow it just seems right. Lightly marinating the fish brings out its qualities and adds even more. The charred skin is really there for protection but if you get the temperature of the barbecue just right it will be lovely and crispy – delicious with the fennel, anise and garlic flavours.

Ingredients Serves 4 4 portions of salmon fillet, about 200g each, pin-boned 2 carrots, peeled 200ml white wine 200ml white wine vinegar 400ml water 50g caster sugar 10 tarragon sprigs Sea salt Carrots in brown butter 250g salted butter 8 small carrots, peeled and halved lengthways, or 24 baby carrots 1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped 2 tsp chopped tarragon

Cut the carrots lengthways into fine ribbons, using a vegetable peeler or mandoline. Pour the wine, wine vinegar and water into a saucepan and add the sugar, a pinch of salt, the carrot ribbons and tarragon sprigs. Bring to the boil, lower the heat and simmer for 2 minutes.

Take off the heat and leave to infuse for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, for the brown butter, heat the butter in a pan over a medium-low heat until melted and starting to bubble. At this stage, lower the heat and continue to cook until the butter turns brown and has a nutty aroma; don’t let it burn.

Immediately remove from the heat and strain through a muslin-lined sieve into a bowl.

Remove the pan from the heat, cover and leave to stand for 10 minutes; the fish will cook in the residual heat. To check the fish is done, carefully lift out a portion and insert a small knife into the thickest point, hold it there for 5 seconds and then place it against the back of your wrist; it should feel warm, not cold or hot.

Add the halved or whole baby carrots to a pan containing enough cold water to just cover them and add some salt. Bring to the boil, lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the carrots are almost cooked. Drain and return them to the pan. Add 50ml of the brown butter with the chopped garlic and warm through over a low heat. Season with salt to taste and remove from the heat.

Drain the carrot ribbons, reserving the liquor; set aside.

To cook the salmon, bring the reserved liquor to a simmer in a fairly wide pan and add the fish fillets, making sure they are fully submerged.

Once the fish is ready, for the dressing, combine 75ml of the poaching liquor with 150ml brown butter, warm through and add the chopped tarragon. Place a portion of salmon on each warm plate.

Divide the carrot ribbons and brown butter carrots between the plates and spoon the dressing over the fish and carrots to serve.

Nathan Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen (Quadrille, £14.99) Photography © David Loftus

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OUT & ABOUT

Out & About

A GUIDE to some amazing events 18th - 27th August

Garstang Arts & Music Festival 2018

26th August

The Magic of Motown at Blackpool Grand Theatre August 2018

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town!

Seen by over a million people nationwide, it's no surprise that the show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history, even performing for Her Majesty the Queen, as special guests at the Royal Variety Performance. The legend of the great record label lives on, live on stage: five-star performances revive more than 40 back-to-back massive Motown classics with all the glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and superb musicianship synonymous with the label in this explosive concert experience.

The Grand Theatre, Blackpool For more info visit - bit.ly/2Ko4Su0 26th August

The Adventures of Dr. Dolittle open air theatre

An eye-opening spectacular as the finale of the open air season at Lytham Hall.

Illyria bring their family show featuring the eccentric Dr. Dolittle and his talking animal friends, to the beautiful parklands of Lytham Hall.

Gates open 2pm for picnics. Bring your own seating and suitable clothing. Free parking close to arena. Licensed bar and refreshments. Show finishes 6pm.

Lytham Hall, Ballam Road For more info visit - bit.ly/2ADI2Ps

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18 - 27 Aug - A unique festival fusing art, music, shows, heritage, culture, crafts, workshops and local produce. During the evening there are performances of opera, poetry, traditional songs, popular music, historical lecture, and choir recital.

Garstang Centre, Garstang garstangartsandmusic.co.uk 27th August

The WInd in the Willows

This delightful musical adaptation from the Storytellers Theatre Company follows Toad, Ratty, Mole and Badger in their entrancing tale of life on the River Bank and in the Wild Wood. From Ratty's picnic with Mole to the troublesome Mr Toad and his love for driving Motor Cars, this production is sure to enthral and entertain.

Worden Park, Leyland For more info visit - bit.ly/2O8ELJY 31st August

Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On

Music stars Ella Eyre and Jonas Blue will perform at the 2018 Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On concert.

Registrations are now open for the 2018 event! - click here and register to be in with a chance of winning wristbands to Blackpool's biggest party! The ballot closes at 12noon on 24th July 2018.

Diversity, Club MTV DJs R3wire & Varski and MTV Presenter Becca Dudley also join the line-up at Blackpool’s Tower Festival Headland on Friday 31 August for what promises to be the most spectacular free event in the resort’s calendar!

Ella Eyre will appear on the Switch-On stage fresh from her performance with Sigala at Isle of MTV in Malta on June 27. The singer is best known for her collaborations with Rudimental on their

UK number one single, Waiting All Night, which won the 2014 Brit Award for British Single of The Year. Ella also performed with DJ Fresh on his single, Gravity and with Sigala on Came Here for Love.

Promenade, Blackpool For more info visit - bit.ly/2AscITS 31st August - 2nd September

St Annes International Kite Festival

The festival will feature single line kites of all shapes and sizes, including a massive 30 metre long inflatable Octopus, flying cows, dogs and even hippos. Plus 2-line and 4-line stunt kites. New this year is Oscar the world's largest teddy bear.

Pack a picnic, gather together family and friends, and head down to St Annes beach from 11.00am to 5.00pm for All The Fun of The Air! North Promenade, Lytham stanneskitefestival.co.uk 2nd September

You Win Again

This fabulously authentic production ensures the Gibb brothers' incredible legacy of classic hit songs is well and truly stayin' alive. Direct from London's West End, You Win Again – Celebrating The Music of The Bee Gees.

Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular. Immerse yourself in the brothers' music through the sixties, seventies and eighties – including hits they wrote for artists such as Celine Dion, Diana Ross and Dolly Parton.

Preston Guild Hall For more info visit - bit.ly/2F0bQ5P Saturday 8 September Walking tour 1300

Avenham and Miller Parks Heritage Walk

Avenham and Miller Parks lie side by side

on the north bank of the River Ribble, immediately south of Preston City Centre, and rank among the finest examples of traditional Victorian parkland in the north west of England.

The tour lasts around 90 minutes and includes the creation of the parks and their major features. As well as the statue of Lord Derby, tarred and feathered by local suffragettes in 1912, you will visit the Belvedere, Swiss Chalet, Boer War Memorial, Fountain, Grottos and modern Pavillion designed by award-winning architect Ian McChesney.

Avenham Walk, Avenham Lane, Preston PR1 3TS

procession bringing together different communities, or revel in Lancashire Revue: an evening of lively, fast-paced, warm-hearted performances that capture the authentic charms and voices of contemporary Lancashire. And why not cap off the whole weekend with a finale outdoor performance in Avenham Park on Sunday afternoon.

Preston City Centre, Preston Tel: 01772 903215 To find out more and keep up to date with the latest festival news, visit the Preston Guild City website.

Lancashire Game and Country Festival 2018

Bolton market has over 200 stalls including a bustling food court serving food from all over the world, cafés complement our food offer, and we even have a licensed bar.

23rd September

Whitney - Queen of the Night Tribute act

Lancashire Encounter Festival

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a sensational line-up of Bolton Council musicians and artistes, and together with a powerhouse and breath-taking performance in the spirit of Whitney, deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level.

Spread over three days, Encounter promises not to disappoint with each day offering something new. Check out the Harris filled with exciting workshops, performances and installations - all inspired by the Harris’ Lancashire collections and stories. Or why not visit the recently restored Winckley Square Gardens and take in one of the amazing outdoor performances?

Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hits that include, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I'm Every Woman, My Love is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to You, Saving All My Love, I will Always Love You, and many more, this show beautifully remembers the most highly awarded female artiste in the world ever! Whitney's one true legacy was her music which touched most of us at some time in our lives. Share her life and get ready for the greatest love of all in Queen of the Night!

Preston Guild Hall For more info visit - bit.ly/2Bg3j0L

21 Sept 2018 - 23 Sept 2018

Discover a high quality arts festival celebrating the breadth of Lancashire’s diverse cultural offer with an authentic flavour of the county, when Lancashire Encounter festival returns to Preston City Centre over the weekend of 21-23 September.

You can listen to the newly formed Lancashire community choir - made up of voices from across the county performing new songs and those more recognisable. Enjoy a magical Lancashire

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Bolton’s Award Winning Market

8 Sept 2018 - 9 Sept 2018

Enjoy all aspects of country life in beautiful countryside – clay pigeon shooting, terrier show, gundog scurry, Cyril the Squirrel and his racing terriers, fly fishing demonstration, dog agility display, food hall, trade and other exhibitors.

Woodacre Lodge Farm, Gubberford Lane, Scorton, Garstang PR3 1BN Tel: 07713 128783

THE NORTH WEST’S

You can buy everything from fresh fish, meat and game, locally sourced and exotic fruit and vegetables with speciality stalls selling deli meats and a huge selection of cheeses, plus there is a whole host of traditional stalls selling everything from furniture to flowers, bedding to broomsticks and much more.

Well worth a visit!

Bolton Market has it all.

Opening Times; Open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9am-5pm.

How To Find Us Bolton Market, Ashburner Street, Bolton BL1 1TQ. Contact: 01204 336825

Email: bolton.markets@bolton.gov.uk

Visit our website for a list of special events and activities that we are running at the Market.

www.bolton.gov.uk

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WINNER BEST FOOD market 2017

“For Bolton’s Food & Drink Festival

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OUT & ABOUT Winter Gardens, 97 Church Street Blackpool FY1 1HL 0844 856 1111 Fri 09th November 2018

THE BEST OF BILLY OCEAN

26 September 3pm -5pm

Bury Market has a well deserved reputation for friendly service, fantastic produce and great value.

As one of our customers recently said ‘I love Bury Market because the atmosphere is lovely, it’s everything you need in one place, it’s a gorgeous traditional market, full of fun, food, and luxuries!’

Musical Afternoon Tea

Musical Afternoon Tea - Listen to the pianist play whilst enjoying a full afternoon tea of sandwiches, scones, cream & jam, cakes & pots of tea. £17.50 per person Pre payment and booking required Gibbon Bridge Hotel, Chipping, PRESTON, Lancashire, PR3 2TQ Tel:01995 614456 5 Oct 2018 - 6 Oct 2018

Chorley Live 2018

Bury Market Hall: Open every day except Sunday Full Markets Open: Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays “Winner National Coach Tourism Awards” Coach Friendly Shopping Destination of the Year “Winner NABMA’s” Best Market Attraction

Bury Market Management: Tel: 0161 253 6520 Email: burymarkets@bury.gov.uk Web: www.burymarket.com : @BuryMarket

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A weekend of music and entertainment Chorley Live is back for its sixth year.

Chorley Council has teamed up once again with The Creative Network to hold the weekend event which has proved to be a massive hit for the last four years bringing over 11,000 people into the town over the two days last year.

The new venues taking part this year are The Emporium on Peter Street, Lost bar & Club on Fazakerley Street, Chain Stitch on Market Street, Cunliffe Hall on Cunliffe Street, Grandad Jim’s Sweet Shoppe and Flat iron both on Cleveland Street.

Chorley Town Centre, Chorley PR7 1DP Tel: 01257 515151 Fri 19th October 2018

MICHAEL BOLTON IN CONCERT

Michael Bolton is the multiple awardwinning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 65 million albums and singles worldwide, continues to tour the world every year, all while writing, recording and taping for a wide array of projects spanning music, film, television and branded entertainment.

Price(s): VIP1 £235 // VIP2 £99.00 // £59.00 // £39.50 // £25.00 Blackpool Opera House

Billy Ocean is the biggest selling black recording star Britain has ever produced and has sold over 30 million records in his lifetime to date.

Price(s): £22.50/ £35/ £45/ VIP £85 Blackpool Opera House Winter Gardens, 97 Church Street Blackpool FY1 1HL 0844 856 1111 Friday, 7 December 2018 to Sunday, 6 January 2019

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST PANTO 2018

The story of Beauty and The Beast is a tale as old as time in a far-off land of two very different kingdoms.

In Beauty and The Beast, Belle is dreaming of a happier life but finds herself transported to a cursed castle.

Held imprisoned by a hideous beast, the castle is full of magical characters placed under a spell by an evil enchantress.

Beauty and The Beast is on sale now, and plays from Friday, 7 December 2018 to Sunday, 6 January 2019. Tickets are available here or by calling the box office on 01253 290190.

The Grand Theatre, Blackpool 33 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HT Admin: 01253 290 111 Box Office: 01253 290 190 Email: box@blackpoolgrand.co.uk 14 December 2018

André Rieu Tour 2018

Known to millions around the world as the “King of the Waltz” André is also a true “King of Romance”. He has been married for over 40 years and lives with his wife Marjorie in a historic castle, built in 1452 in his hometown of Maastricht/ Netherlands. The couple has two sons and five grandchildren. André’s World Arena Tour 2018 will hit Europe, Mexico, Israel, the USA and Canada, Argentina and Australia before returning to the UK and Ireland. Don’t miss your chance to see André Rieu LIVE this December!

Box Office 0344 8000 400 Echo Arena Liverpool Kings Dock St, Liverpool L3 4FP

What will be?

What will youryour legacylegacy be?

Leaving a gift in your Will ensures we can continue our work giving shelter to over 1,000 animals each year.

We depend totally on the generosity of our supporters.

ANIMAL CARE has a long history in the Lancaster & Morecambe area so by remembering us in your Will you are supporting a local charity in a lasting way.

About Simba...

Simba has come to us via the dog pound so we have little history on her. She has settled in well and is a very people friendly girl. She loves cuddles and is very affectionate. Simba is ok with some dogs but can be picky for this reason we feel she would be best as the only Staffordshir dog in her new home. We feel she would be e Bull Terrie r, Female, 8 ok with children over 10 years as long as they year s 4 months o understand she can not be trusted with all dogs ld she meets. Animal Care is dedicated to finding each dog the right home. Your circumstances might not be right for every dog but the trained staff are more than happy to help you find a perfect match. Our dog behaviourist Kathryn is here to help any new adopters and a free session with her is encouraged. This is part of our adoption package and is well worth the time.

Since Kathryn joined the team the amount of dogs needing further help once in their new homes has gone down to 5%.Â

ANIMAL CARE is a small rehoming centre helping stray, unwanted and ill treated animals until caring new homes can be found for them.

Registered Charity No. 508819

Animal Care

(Lancaster, Morecambe and District)

Blea Tarn Road, Scotforth, Lancaster, LA2 ORD | Telephone: 01524 65495 | Fax: 01524 841819 Email: rehoming@animalcare-lancaster.co.uk | www.animalcare-lancaster.co.uk

Preston

Guild Hall SEPTEMBER Comedy for Kids Sat 1 Sep 2.30pm

Flash - A Tribute to Queen Sat 1 Sep Doors 7pm

You Win Again

Sun 2 Sep 7.30pm

Tea Dance (monthly event) Tue 4 Sep 2pm

The Rezillos With support from Department S

What’s On...

Blood Brothers

Mon 17 - Sat 22 Sep (various times)

Darius Syrossian

Fri 21 Sep Doors 10pm

Whitney - Queen of the Night Sun 23 Sep 7.30pm

An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson Tue 25 Sep 7.30pm

Tom Hingley & the Kar-Pets Thu 27 Sep Doors 7pm

Russian State Opera: Carmen

Thu 6 Sep Doors 7pm

Thu 27 Sep 7.30pm

The Beat starring Dave Wakeling

Space - The Anthology Tour Fri 28 Sep Doors 7pm

Lance Ellington sings Broadway

Fri 28 - Sat 29 Sep 7.30pm

Fri 7 Sep Doors 7pm

Sat 8 Sep 7.30pm

Whitechapel Freaks (Matinee Selection) Wed 12 Sep 2.30pm

Withering Looks Tue 9 Oct 7.30pm

Rich Hall’s Hoedown Wed 10 Oct 7.30pm

Boyzlife

Fri 12 Oct Doors 7pm

Bay City Rollers starring Les McKeown Fri 12 Oct 7.30pm

Cavern Beatles

Sat 13 Oct 7.30pm

John Lee’s Barclay James Harvest Sun 14 Oct Doors 7pm

Taj Express

Dave Gorman: With Great Powerpoint Comes Great Responsibilitypoint

Preston Comic Con

Sing-a-long-a Grease

Sat 29 Sep 10.30am

Cash for Kids presents Kaleidoscope Sun 30 Sep 6.30pm

Thu 18 - Fri 19 Oct 8pm Fri 19 Oct 7.30pm

That Manchester Night

Sat 20 Oct 7.30pm

Emerald Storm

The Illegal Eagles

OCTOBER

Sat 20 Oct 7.30pm

Nathan Carter and his band Plus support from The Houghton Weavers

Talking Dead (Matinee Selection)

Fri 26 Oct Doors 7pm

Comedy at the Guild (monthly event)

Sat 6 Oct Doors 7pm

Wed 12 Sep 7.30pm

Fri 14 Sep 7.30pm

Fri 14 Sep 8.30pm

The Blues Band

Sat 15 Sep 7.30pm

Wed 3 Oct 2.30pm

The Wildhearts

Peppa Pig’s Adventure

Sat 6 - Sun 7 Oct (various times)

James Martin on the Road Again Tue 9 Oct 7.30pm

Rhythm of the 90’s

Private Parts Live Fri 26 Oct 7.30pm

Fastlove

Sat 27 Oct 7.30pm

Big Girls Don’t Cry Sun 28 Oct 7.30pm

Flawless

Tue 30 Oct 7.30pm

NOVEMBER

SHOW & DINE FOR £14.95

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Why not make a night of it with our Show and Dine package?

Enjoy any two courses and a drink before the show in our in-house restaurant Vittorias. With its open kitchen, take in a show before you’ve entered the theatre with our Chef’s cooking up fresh dishes right in front of you.

Offer only available at Box Office when booking your tickets.

The Magic of Motown

Thu 1 Nov Doors 7pm Fri 2 Nov 7.30pm

The Men They Couldn’t Hang Sat 3 Nov Doors 7pm

Alexander O’Neal Sat 3 Nov 7.30pm

Preston Guild Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 1HT

Russian State Ballet: Swan Lake Sun 4 Nov 7.30pm

Edward Lear’s Stuff & Nonsense (Matinee Selection) Tue 6 Nov 2.30pm

Tour de Ned

Wed 7 Nov 7.30pm

David Gest’s Soul Legends: The Legacy Tour Wed 7 Nov 8pm

The Preston Guid Hall Classic Darts Thu 8 Nov 7pm

The Carpenters Story Thu 8 Nov 7.30pm

Foster & Allen

Fri 9 Nov 7.30pm

Lancashire Remembers Sat 10 Nov 7pm

Dirty Dancing; The Classic Story on Stage

Tue 13 - Sat 17 Nov (various times)

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

Tue 13 - Sat 17 Nov (various times)

Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

Wed 14 - Sat 17 Nov (various times)

Soul II Soul

Sun 25 Nov Doors 7pm

Sam Lavery

Tue 27 Nov Doors 7pm

The Australian Pink Floyd Fri 30 Nov 7.30pm

DECEMBER The Lancashire Hotpots Sat 1 Dec Doors 7pm

Another Christmas Carol (Matinee Selection) Tue 4 Nov 2.30pm

Cinderella

Thu 6 Dec - Thu 3 Jan (various times)

Chameleons Vox

Thu 13 Dec Doors 7pm

Bad Manners & Ska Face Christmas Party Fri 14 Dec Doors 7pm

For full listings please visit www.prestonguildhall.com

Box Office: 01772 80 44 44 Website: www.prestonguildhall.com

HEALTH

Quality dentures mean a quality lifestyle The Importance of Dentures

The Denture Teeth

Your Dentures need Attention

The eyes, nose and teeth are the focal points of every face; they give the first impressions of your personality.

A range of quality teeth are available.

1. When they become loose.

Natural teeth grow in proportion and in harmony with your facial features and your dentures should be made accordingly.

Your teeth, or your dentures, have many important functions: to support your facial muscles, to help formulate your speech, and most importantly to chew your food and start the digestive process.

It is very important to chew food properly, as poorly chewed food will take longer to digest, especially for the elderly who could risk problems in the digestive system.

Choice of Dentures There are four main quality standards in denture materials.

The denture base (gum coloured on which the denture teeth sit).

• • • •

Standard Quality High Impact Acrylics (much stronger) Injection Pressure Formed (Premium Denture Base) Metal Denture

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Of course, the materials alone will not make a good denture. In the hands of a skilful and experienced Clinical Dental Technician the best results are achieved.

Dentures Need Regular Servicing

2. When teeth or denture base discolours.

3. When tooth surfaces become flat.

4. When denture base does not fit around natural teeth (in partial dentures).

5. When you develop deep lines around your mouth.

Dentures are in constant use almost 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

They are also in a pretty hostile environment in the mouth, being attacked by strong acid, bacteria, hot, cold and spicy food. Denture material absorbs liquids and food odour.

6. When your chin sticks out, and the corners of your lips are constantly wet, developing sores.

Daily cleaning is essential. Due to constant bone resorbtion dentures will become loose sooner or later.

Don’t try to repair them with glue.

It may mean they then couldn’t be repaired correctly by a Dental Technician.

Loose dentures will increase damage to the gums and bone structure, and increase the risk of breakage. Have them re-lined as soon as possible to get a good fit. It only takes a day or two.

Have your dentures inspected by a Clinical Dental Technician at least every two years, or more frequently if necessary.

7. When you stop smiling and feel embarrassed.

If your Dentures Break

My Dentures have become loose!

This is easily remedied by a procedure know as Re-lining. A new layer of Denture base is added to your existing Denture, improving the fit and restoring confidence.

Dentures with worn down teeth

in case of breakage. Remember to take your spare set on holiday with you, just in case you have a problem whilst away. Keep them in your toiletry bag.

Teeth excessively worn, require a new set of dentures.

Difficulties in Constructing a Good Set of Dentures

Dentures on Implants This type of Denture is constructed in conjunction with the Dental Implant Surgeon. This is a very good procedure when the patient has limited control and retention of their Dentures. The finished Dentures ‘click’ into position offering the ultimate in Denture Retention.

Constructing a functional and aesthetically pleasing set of dentures is one of the most difficult task in dentistry. We are not only replacing lost teeth, but also lost tissue matter and bone. In other words, we have to re-create your facial features as they were before the loss of your natural teeth.

Major improvements in Facial Features

In most cases we do not know what your teeth looked like, what size they were or what position they were in originally. We have a few indications but mostly we have to rely on our visual and artistic judgement.

Padding dentures to reduce lines and fill up sunken cheeks will require a new set of dentures. It is advisable to have a new set of dentures made every 5 to 10 years.

At the same time we have to use our technical expertise in order to make the denture stable and functional.

Denture construction is more art than science.

Should I have a spare set of Dentures made?

Yes, it is very important to have a spare set of dentures for emergencies

What is a Clinical Dental Technician?

Professional Clinical Dental Technicians are members of the Dental Health Care Team. They have undergone specific training and education in the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a removable appliance service directly to the community.

Equipped with solid technical training as a Dental Technician - plus posttechnician training in sciences, clinical skills, and interpersonal skills - the Clinical Dental Technician can design, create, construct and modify (repair and rebase) removable appliances to ensure optimal fit, maximum comfort and general well-being of patients.

These skills enable the Clinical Dental Technician, whilst remaining a member of the Dental Health Care Team, to work independently of other Dental Health Care providers. If you have any natural teeth or implants we will work in conjunction with a dentist.

LEYLAND DENTURE CENTRE for your next quality denture

• Qualified Clinical Dental Technicians • New Dentures and Relines • Dental Repairs • Free Consultations

NEW DENTURES MADE AT THE CLINIC

PREVIOUS DENTURES

Contact us at:

01772 623 623

Independence House | Golden Hill Lane | Leyland | PR25 3NP Registered with the GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL

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Hospice lottery celebrates its 25th birthday!

Mark the milestone with St Catherine’s in Preston by becoming a member!

A hospice lottery which was the first of its kind to launch in the country marks its 25th anniversary this year - and is celebrating having raised an incredible £10.2m for the charity over the last quarter of a century!

“The lottery raises around half a million in profits each year which is an important contribution to the £3.5m the charity has to raise every year to cover our £5.2m running costs. It’s used to fund our specialist care which helps local people affected by conditions like cancer, motor neurone disease and heart failure to live in comfort and with dignity, choice and independence.

St Catherine’s Hospice near Preston launched its lottery in February 1993 and hospices around the country quickly followed suit – attracted by a regular, sustainable income. It’s also an attractive way for people to show their support, since players pay just £1 a week to be in with the chance of winning the £2,000 jackpot.

“We’re calling on our communities to help us celebrate this special milestone by becoming a member or telling their friends and family about this easy way of supporting St Catherine’s, which comes with the added bonus you might walk away a winner!”

To mark their amazing milestone, St Catherine’s is aiming to recruit an extra 2,500 members in 2018 – enough to raise an extra £130,000 for St Catherine’s in one year alone.

Sheila Kennard, head of promotions, said: “When we launched the lottery, it was a forward-thinking idea – St Catherine’s was leading the way.

The St Catherine’s Hospice lottery team

Visit www.stcatherines.co.uk or call 01772 695298 to sign up.

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