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Image released of Abedi

carrying a suitcase

Detective Chief Superintendent Russ Jackson from the North West Counter Terrorism Unit said: “We continue to track the final movements of Salman Abedi and are particularly interested in his whereabouts between 18 and 22 May 2017.

“Today, we are releasing an image of carrying a distinctive blue suitcase and an image of a replica of the case.

We know he visited the Wilmslow Road area of Manchester and was also seen in Manchester city centre with the blue suitcase.

“Did you see Abedi with this suitcase between the 18 and 22 May 2017?

Where did you see him with it during that time?

You may have seen him in the Wilmslow Road area or Manchester city centre with the suitcase or know where the suitcase has been. If you have any details about the suitcase we need you to get in touch and let us know.

“We believe Abedi was in possession of this case in the days before the attack at Manchester Arena on Monday

Abedi's Blue Suitcase 22 May. I want to stress that this is a different item than the one he used in the attack.

This image was taken from CCTV in the city centre on 22 May. “We have no reason to believe the case and its

contents contain anything dangerous, but would ask people to be cautious.

Anybody with information about the whereabouts of the case between 18 and 22 May should call the AntiTerrorist Hotline in confidence on

0800 789 321. “The public should not approach the case if they see it but contact police immediately on 999. “This remains a live investigation and if you have any images or footage you believe can assist us then please upload them to UKpoliceimageappeal.co.uk or UKpoliceimageappeal. com as soon as you can.”

Body of missing Lancaster man

found in River Lune

The body of a man who went missing in the Conder Green area has sadly been found in the River Lune.

Benjamin Heron, 39, from Lancaster, was reported missing on April 26.

His body was discovered at around 10.30am on May 25 in the water close to Sunderland Point.

The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file has been passed to the coroner.

Mr Heron’s family are being supported by speciallytrained officers and thoughts remain with them at this sad time.

A large-scale search, involving coastguard and police helicopters together with search teams on foot, was launched on April 26 to reports a man had entered the water at Condor Green. Despite intensive searches at the time Mr Heron was not located.

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Bidding formally opens on iconic Wigan Pier buildings

Three iconic buildings at the world famous Wigan Pier are set for an exciting future with the opening of the window for development bids to be made.

Wigan Council has unveiled a sixweek tender period for bids to be made to develop the three buildings at Wigan Pier – the council’s flagship regeneration project.

There has been significant interest from developers in the buildings, which stand next to Wigan Pier on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, in the year which marks the 80th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell’s landmark book ‘The Road to Wigan Pier’.

The three former industrial buildings include The Warehouse, known locally as the former Way We Were Museum, The Orwell former public house, and the Education Centre.

The buildings are central to the Wigan Pier Quarter regeneration area and have attracted interest from across the region as a destination for investment and new industries on an iconic waterside setting.

The Wigan Pier Quarter has recently seen the development of the Pier Centre conference centre and performance venue, approved planning permission for a social, arts and café venue in a former industrial building next to the pier and Trencherfield Mill continues to attract interest from major employers as a new headquarters.

The tender process is being overseen by the council in partnership with commercial property agents Lambert Smith Hampton and the Canal & River Trust.

Karl Battersby, Wigan Council’s director of economy and environment, said: “We are pleased to be now welcoming formal bids to bring the Wigan Pier buildings back into use and regenerate this iconic location.

“There has already been significant interest in the buildings over recent months and we are excited to be starting the formal process of working with private sector partners to make a reality of this unique regeneration opportunity. “We have had a mix of ideas put forward for the buildings including new office space, leisure and social destinations.

“At the end of the tender period we will review all tenders and choose a preferred partner or partners.

“This is a very exciting opportunity for a private sector partner to be involved in such a historic and iconic location and an important project for the future growth and regeneration of Wigan town centre.”

Simon Turner, director at Lambert Smith Hampton, said: “Wigan Pier is an icon in the North West, and an important part of the history of the region.

“There is no hiding from the fact that over the past few years the site has started to become a relic of its proud history. “Lambert Smith Hampton is delighted to be a part of the process of securing a development partner with the track record and passion to restore and redevelop Wigan Pier Quarter to its former fame, and in turn provide a catalyst for our clients’ ambitious vision for Wigan.”

To support regeneration opportunities the council has invested in new car parking facilities, created a community garden, is continuing to market and develop business at Trencherfield Mill and has hosted a major business event to showcase the Pier Quarter and its opportunities.

Wigan Pier was a coal loading jetty where wagons would unload coal on to canal barges and became famous through music hall jokes and its appearance in the title of Orwell’s

graphic description of the plight of the English working class in the early 20th century.

In 2014 Wigan Council announced the start of a 10 year regeneration programme to create a 'New Road to Wigan Pier'. The window for bids to be made closes on Friday 23 June. For further information contact Lambert Smith Hampton on 0161 228 6411.

The three buildings which define the Wigan Pier landscape The Warehouse With a total of 23,200 sq ft the three storey warehouse was built in 1790 and served as an industrial warehouse and grain store until the late 20th century when it was converted into the Way We Were Museum. Its stunning timber interior has inspired a wide range of new use ideas.

The Orwell Formerly Gibson’s Warehouse, The Orwell was originally constructed in 1777 and rebuilt in 1984 as The Orwell at Wigan Pier. Boats would originally moor inside the building and unload into the warehouse. The building has a total floorspace of 8,000 sq ft.

The Education Centre Used to support education opportunities at The Way We Were Museum, the Education Centre has a total floor area of 4,500 sq ft.

Derelict properties in the Wigan Borough have been given an impressive makeover, providing homes for residents in need of affordable housing. Three homes in Goose Green had been left vandalised and empty after Irene Heyes inherited them from her late father, leading to complaints of the properties being an eyesore by local residents. Unable to raise the money to carry out the extensive renovation work needed, Irene applied for an interest free loan from Wigan Council’s ‘Empty to Plenty’ scheme funded by the Homes and Communities Agency. Irene was heavily involved in the project from start to finish and decided to turn the block into six apartments, comprising of three one-bedroom and three two-bedroom units. Speaking about the application process and

renovations, Irene said: “We cannot thank Wigan Council enough for their help in turning my Dad’s wishes into a reality. “Turning the properties into flats was something he talked about doing, but circumstances meant that this never happened.

After I inherited the houses, it was only right I looked into finding the funds to make this possible. We have called the flats ‘Heyes Homes’ as a tribute to my father and I couldn’t be happier with the work that has been arranged by council employees.”

Works on the flats started in June 2016 and all six units were leased to the council and let by April 2017.

The loan is being repaid from the rental income. The council’s ‘Empty to Plenty’ scheme was launched in 2013 and 44 properties have been transformed to date, with funding

still available to complete another 13 homes by the end of March 2018.

The innovative scheme is helping to reduce the number of empty private sector homes in the borough. Anees Mank, housing service manager at Wigan Council said: “This scheme is a great way of helping local people and transforming communities. When a property is empty, it becomes a blot on the landscape and is at risk of antisocial behaviour, which was evident in Irene’s case. “Bringing empty homes and buildings back into use provides both much-needed affordable housing for families and individuals who really need them and visible benefits to the local community.” Helping to make ‘Heyes Homes’ a reality was the final project for housing officer Martin O’Brien, who has recently retired from the council after 42

years’ of dedicated service. Wigan Council also uses other powers to address empty private sector homes which have been empty for the long-term. This includes a 150 per cent charge of council tax for homes which have been empty for more than two years and compulsory purchase orders for homes which are empty and causing a neighbourhood nuisance. These homes are then sold at auction. The council also has a successful record in keeping its council stock of 22,000 homes occupied. Latest figures show there are just over 300 of these homes empty – just over 1 per cent of the stock, which represents a normal figure for tenant turnover. Wigan Council also aims to address renovations and repairs while a council-owned home is empty so that it is ready for the next tenant.

Families find new homes thanks to innovative Empty to Plenty scheme

Support reminder for people affected

by Manchester Arena attack

Anyone directly affected by the terrorist attack at Manchester Arena on 22 May who has not already accessed support is being encouraged to do so.

While those whose loved-ones were killed or seriously injured in the atrocity are already receiving support, others who are directly affected – for example young people and parents

who were at the Arena and may have had minor injuries or witnessed traumatic events – are encouraged to get in contact with Victim Support on the 24hrs help line 0808 168 9111.

Victim Support’s 24 hour, seven days a week helpline set up in response to the Arena attack can provide support and advice and signpost those affected to other organisations which can help them.

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New legislation gives a Message of peace from Wigan's boost to child safety Islamic and Christian leaders

New legislation on child car seats is being introduced to limit the use of backless booster seats to older children.

The rules are due to come into force at some point this year and will only permit backless booster seats to be used by children taller than 125cm and weighing more than 22kg.

Currently children weighing as little as 15kg can travel in a backless booster seat. This could mean children as young as three are being put on a backless booster seat.

The new rule will prevent children being put on these seats too early in their development. If a child is too small for the backless booster seat the seatbelt could be too high up on their body, which can cause very serious if not fatal injuries in a crash. Ideally older children should sit on a high back booster seat, as they offer more protection and enable the seatbelt to be routed correctly. Although these car seats can be more expensive they

offer more protection and therefore more value for money.

Jan Brabin, senior road safety officer at Bury Council, said: “A problem that many parents face is that older children can sometimes be reluctant to use child car seats because they perceive them as babyish and not ‘cool’. “It is important that children are told why car seats are so important and that parents comply with the law by transporting children safely.

“Parents should not rush their children through the different stages of child car seats. As long as your child is within the weight and height limits of the car seat, the lower stage restraint will offer more protection.”

The new legislation will only apply to newly sold products, so parents currently using a booster seat that already apply to existing regulations, will still be able to use that seat. Any parents looking to buy a backless booster seat this year should start to see that they're not approved for use

with children under 125cm and 22kg.

According to UK law, all children travelling in a car must use the correct car seat until they reach 12 years of age or 135cm in height.

In-car safety top tips: It is illegal to put a rear-facing child seat in the front passenger seat of a car, where there is an active airbag fitted. Adjust the internal straps when your child changes clothes or as your child develops to ensure that they are secure.

Don’t buy child restraints from the internet as you will not be shown how to fit them and it may not be suitable for your vehicle. Don’t use second-hand child car seats as they have a lifespan of approximately five years and you cannot guarantee their history. If you are involved in a bump, crash or collision you should replace the child car seat even if no one was in the seat at the time. Some insurers will replace them for free as part of your policy.

A message of peace and unity has been made by religious leaders in Wigan in the aftermath of the Manchester Arena terrorist attack.

Brother Yusuf from Wigan Mosque and the Rev Bill Matthews from Wigan Parish Church spoke of the need for unity and understanding following the horrific terrorist attack on Monday which killed 22 people.

Both religious leaders attended the national minute silence, held on

Redrock Stockport brings

major boost to local economy

Stockport Council is celebrating the success of the town’s flagship leisure development, Redrock, which has so far brought a cash injection of over £4.5m to Stockport businesses.

Main contractor, Wates Construction, began building last spring and has been joined on site by Stockport-based subcontractors, Williams Construction and McCrory Brickwork, who were each awarded contracts valued at £3.5m and £1.1m respectively.

The local economic boost is the latest benefit brought to the town

by Stockport Council’s £45m investment in its new leisure destination. The site has also played host to over 21 apprentices and trainees, work experience placements and more than 100 construction workers from across Greater Manchester.

Wates are also continuing to engage with local schools and colleges.

This has seen them getting involved in Stockport Council’s fifth annual ‘Young Apprentice’ tournament at Edgeley Park at which teams of

students were challenged to design robots that would improve health and safety on construction sites.

Wates’ work at Redrock is gathering pace with the cinema’s steel frame now complete. The development’s car park is nearing completion and 2017 will see the installation of the link bridge to Debenhams, the buildings completion and interior fit outs ahead of the opening in November. Once complete, Redrock will bring a new leisure development to the heart of Stockport, together with a new 360-space car park. Already signed up to open at Redrock are The Light Cinema, Pizza Express, Zizzi and Gourmet Burger Kitchen, The new development forms part of Stockport Council’s Investing in Stockport programme, which is investing over £1 billion into Stockport at the moment, helping ensure the town grows and is as successful as possible. Estimates predict that this influx of investment will generate at least 5,000 employment opportunities for the town.

Councillor Kate Butler, Executive Member for Economy and

Regeneration at Stockport Council said: “It’s great to hear about local firms and residents benefitting from the work taking place at Redrock.

Whilst the transformation our Investing in Stockport work is bringing to Stockport’s landscape is vital, of equal importance to us is ensuring residents and businesses benefit from the investments and the opportunities being created from day one. The work at Redrock demonstrates this in action.”

Tony Shenton, Business Unit Director of Wates Construction North West, commented: “Redrock is playing a major role in the ongoing investments being made in Stockport so it is right and fitting that it is being used to bring so much benefit to the town.

As well as creating on-site employment and training opportunities we have also fulfilled a commitment to engage local supply chain partners, the benefit of which is that the positive economic impact of our work will continue to be felt long after we have left the site.”

Believe Square in Wigan, and then signed the book of condolence in Wigan Town Hall w h i c h will be sent to the people of Manchester.

Brother Y u s u f said: “We must unite especially Christianity and Islam.

O u r teachings are one.

There’s no difference.

“Nobody teaches violence or the ending of innocent lives.”

Brother Yu s u f , the head of cultural department at Wigan Mosque, encouraged parents in Wigan to teach their children the importance of tolerance regardless of race or religion. He said: “Parents of all children in Wigan have a great task of imparting unity.

To understand the common ground of all nations and all religions and mix as one mankind.”

The Rev Bill Matthews, Rector at

Wigan Parish Church team which covers 12 churches in Wigan, said: “We must stand together as one regardless of race and religion.

“Regardless of what country we originate from we must find that way of peace and neighbourliness which enables us to work together. “If we stand together and show that we can be people of peace and people who work together and break down the barriers rather than build them up then we can go forward.”

Both Brother Yusuf and the Rev Matthews are supporters of Wigan Council’s #BelieveImOnlyHuman campaign which aims to challenge prejudice in the borough.

Donna Hall, Wigan Council’s chief executive, said: “While we are all desperately shocked and upset at the terrible events this week it is now more crucial than ever that we show understanding, tolerance and acceptance of people from all backgrounds.

“This attack was not about race or religion it was an act of extremism and the attacker was no more representative of the faith of Islam than the murderer of Jo Cox was representative of the white Christian community.

“The powerful messages from Brother Yusuf and Rev Bill highlight how we are a united borough and how we must respond to acts of terror with love not hate.” Members of the public are invited to sign the books of condolence in both Wigan and Leigh Town Halls.

To pledge your support for BelieveImOnlyHuman visit: www.wigan.gov.uk/Believe

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Art & Soul Tattoo Studio Oldham Council opens

Art & Soul Tattoo Studio is owned by Nick Bleasdale, who is a local man from the Preston area, having lived in Penwortham and Preston all his life.

He has had an interest in tattoos since the age of fourteen, and he gets his talent for drawing and painting from his father, who was an accomplished amateur artist with a wicked eye for caricatures.

Nick and his father did not always see eye-to-eye concerning his determination to be a tattooist, and he spent some time travelling the length of the country with his tattoo kit in his rucksack, b e f o r e returning and settling down in Leyland.

He attended the University of Central Lancashire and obtained a degree in Fine Art and Illustration to prove that he was serious!

If you want to know anything about the history and development of tattooing, Nick is the man to see. You can drop in for a chat any time provided he is not busy with a customer, and you will get a brew and a very interesting discussion on the subject – just be prepared to spend an hour or so!

Although Nick’s first love is the tattoo, he is also accomplished with an airbrush or paintbrush, pencil or charcoal, and any medium will do –

Books of Condolence

for Manchester attack

Oldham Council has opened Books of Condolence in memory of all those tragically killed and injured in the terror attack at Manchester Arena.

A Book of Condolence is now open at Royton Town Hall on Rochdale Road and another is based at the Civic Entrance (formerly Rochdale Road

reception) at the Civic Centre on West Street in Oldham Town Centre.

Members of the public are invited to show their solidarity by recording their tributes and thoughts in the days ahead.

The book at Oldham Civic Centre is available for signing on weekdays

(only) between 7am and 5pm.

Royton Town Hall is currently open on weekdays (only) from 9am to 5pm. These hours could be extended dependent on public demand.

An online Book of Condolence is also available at www.oldham.gov.uk

Council awarded £857,000

for flood repairs

your skin is the first choice, but if you have a scooter, motorcycle, sidecar, car, van, fence or wall, (inside or outside) in need of adornment he will be happy to oblige.

In his leisure time Nick is somewhat of a musician; he plays guitar, Mandolin, banjo, drums, penny whistle, flute and probably anything else if you hand it to him.

Roads and tunnels in Wigan Borough damaged by Storm Eva will be repaired thanks to another cash boost.

Wigan Council has received £857,000 from the Department of Transport’s local transport capital block funding grant to help with ongoing repairs caused by the storm on Boxing Day 2015.

The successful bid was in partnership with Bolton, Rochdale, Bury and Salford.

Wigan has also received £80,448 from the Environment Agency’s Flood Defence Grant in Aid to do further flood remediation work to reduce the risk of any flooding in the future.

The funding is in addition to the £750,000 the local authority secured last year from the government’s flood fund to carry out a series of repairs across the borough to areas damaged by the floods and to reduce the risk in

the future. Storm Eva battered Wigan Borough on Boxing Day 2015 when more than a month’s rainfall fell in 24 hours leaving many properties, roads and greenspaces damaged.

Works have already been carried out at numerous locations throughout the borough. Work to repair the drain network in Lilford Park, Leigh, and to reduce the flood risk to the highway at Crooke village has been completed along with works at Yellow Brook and St Elizabeth’s Road, Aspull and to the drain network in Platt Bridge.

The wall adjacent to the River Douglas at Southgate which was heavily damaged during the floods is currently being repaired.

Mark Tilley, assistant director for infrastructure and regulatory services, said: “We’ve already carried out a lot of repairs following the Boxing Day floods and this money will give us an extra boost and allow us to carry out

further repairs and flood mitigation works that should protect our communities in the future and reduce flood risk. “It’s also really important that residents take steps to protect their own properties from flooding. If you know your property is in a flood risk zone we’d encourage you to sign up to the flood warning system and to also make sure you have insurance to cover any damage caused by flooding.

An updated flood warning system went live on Monday 10th April in England and Wales.

Residents can sign up online to get flood warning messages and access to recorded flood information on Floodline.

Anybody already signed up to the current system will be automatically transferred to the new one.

Residents can find flood information and register for flood warnings at www.gov.uk/flood

GMP awarded for their use of camera technology

Greater Manchester Police has become one of the first police forces to be awarded by the Government for its use of body worn cameras.

The certificate was awarded to GMP in recognition of its compliance with a number of set guidelines related to the use of body worn camera surveillance.

GMP, along with only the Metropolitan Police, has clearly demonstrated that it complies with all 12 of the guiding principles of the surveillance camera code, which the Government has legislated for all police forces in England and Wales to show due regard to.

In order to achieve full certification auditors had to independently judge GMP on a number of principles, including an individual’s right to privacy, safeguards against

unauthorised access and to ensure that all surveillance materials are destroyed when no longer required.

Achieving full certification means that the public of Greater Manchester can be reassured that GMP is complying with the code and use body worn video (BWV) technology, and the information gathered, in the most appropriate manner possible.

GMP Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts, said: “Receiving this certification clearly demonstrates our commitment at GMP to use body worn cameras effectively and proportionally.

“This technology will continue to aid us in the fight against crime, and the general public can be assured that their right to privacy is maintained.”

Tony Porter, the Government’s

Surveillance Camera Commissioner who awarded GMP the award, said: “I am delighted Greater Manchester Police has achieved my certification mark for Body Worn Video. GMP, together with the Metropolitan Police, are the first forces to have achieved this award nationally.

“It is important that the public recognise that such technology is used to the highest standards.

Certification demonstrates compliance to the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice, that its use is transparent and that it places public privacy as a priority.

“Ultimately it will ensure ongoing public support in the use of this technology that is there to support the police in its work and reassure the community as to its use.”

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Samaritans In this column Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn & Ribble Valley Samaritans try to raise awareness of the work we do as Samaritans. If you ask someone what do Samaritans do?

What do you think would be their first answer? Oh, it’s a suicide crisis line is the normal answer.

Well it is true that we are there for anyone who has suicidal feelings and/ or thoughts - but did you know we are there for anyone who is in emotional distress or despair - you do not have to feel suicidal to call us FREE on 116 123. Did you also know that when we take your call we cannot see your phone number and calls to 116 123 do not appear on phone bills, so no one else needs to know you have called us.

Samaritans is the only charity that is "there for everyone" 24/7, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.

For most people in emotional distress and despair they just want to be given the opportunity to be listened to and that is what the Samaritans do “we listen”, we do not judge anyone.

If you personally want to make a difference in 2017, why not think about volunteering with us. You do not have to live or work in the Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn or Ribble Valley area, Samaritans branches are throughout the North West and could be in your town. If you are interested why not call 03705 627282 or email volunteering@samaritans.org and someone will get back to you to invite you to an information session where

you can find out about volunteering with Samaritans. You can also help us raise vital funds no matter how big or small. Every little helps as it costs £30,000 per year to run our branch in Blackburn, which is a lot of money to raise.

You can donate to our branch by going to http://www.samaritans. org/branches/samaritans-blackburndarwen-hyndburn-and-ribble-valley and click the donate button or alternatively you could donate just £3 by texting BLKN24 £3 to 70070. If you would like to help us fundraise why not email us on blackburn@ samaritans.org for more information.

Also follow us on Twitter @ bbnsamaritans and follow the news from our branch

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Play Factore is the UK’s leading

indoor family entertainment arena

Play Factore facilities cater for children from 6 months – 16 years old.

The only family entertainment arena in the UK where parents/teachers can play with children on age-applicable equipment. Meaning you can join in the fun with your little adventurers too! Play Factore’s state of the art venue houses the largest play frame in Europe along with a host of other unique attractions that are second to none. Based in Manchester next to the Intu Trafford Centre, Play Factore provides a complete day out for families/schools.

The arena has been carefully thought out and is built, designed and structured to provide families with the ultimate play environment for all ages. This has been made possible through the tallest standing indoor slide in Europe, complete indoor laser tag arena, thrilling zip-wire ride, full Go-Kart track, an extensive toddlers play area and the hugely popular Dance Off sessions. Children can enjoy learning the dance moves to their favourite chart hits with the

Play Factore Just Dance sessions.

Play Factore work hard to continually enhance the levels and quality of entertainment in its spectacular environment ensuring the whole family enjoy a thrilling experience.

Play Factore’s amazing Italian coffee shop and pizzeria provides fresh and healthy food that all the family can enjoy. Only fresh and locally

sourced ingredients are used by their in-house chefs to produce the menus dishes. The extensive menu consists of pizza baked in a traditional Italian oven, pasta dishes, Deli – baby options as well variety of deli style bagels for all the family, salads and wide selection side sharing plates.

Dietary requirements are considered and catered for, as well as providing Kosher and Halal options.

For any child, their own birthday party is the highlight of the year and Play Factore provide the Ultimate Birthday parties.

Play Factore has incredibly designed party rooms, each fully equipped with iPods providing individual party music, movement sensory LED lights and a selection of party menus. The private party rooms provide the coolest environment for a child’s birthday party. Check www. playfactore.com for more details!

Play Factore delight in “Making Fun Happen“ for all families.

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Choosing a final resting

place for loved ones

People in Pendle who may be agonising about a final resting place for their loved ones can now get more help and advice.

Robert Careswell leads the Bereavement Services team at Pendle Council and has launched a new guide and web pages.

“Our aim is to help people come to

terms with what is often a difficult decision - that of choosing a final resting place for their loved one’s cremated remains,” said Robert.

“Bereaved families often keep ashes for a long time and they can feel distressed and unsure about what to do with them,” he explained.

The new guide and web pages include

details about Pendle Council’s six cemeteries which are not only for burials, but have a range of options after cremation, too.

They range from the imposing Victorian Colne Cemetery established in 1860, which is Pendle Council’s oldest cemetery, to the smallest and most rural, Salterforth Cemetery,

Residents fasting during the month of Ramadan

are advised to drink plenty of fluids and

follow a balanced diet between fasts.

During the summer, the gap between meals can be up to 18 hours and it’s important that food choices support your energy requirements throughout the day.

Keep it simple and similar to a normal everyday diet, including a balance of fruit and vegetables and plenty of fluids.

Eating too much at the breaking fast meal (Iftar) can also cause symptoms of indigestion and heartburn and it is also important not to skip the predawn meal (Sehri) as the length of the fast is extremely long.

The Sehri meal should include starchy foods that are slow digesting such as wholegrain bread, lentils, pasta, milk,

chapattis, boiled rice and potatoes. It is also wise to avoid tea and coffee as the caffeine can cause greater water loss and greater risk of dehydration.

People with long term medical conditions and pregnant women should seek professional medical advice before starting to fast.

which opened in Edwardian times in 1903.

They are well maintained peaceful places, with mature trees, flower gardens and places for quiet reflection.

“People tell us they find comfort and peace of mind when they choose a final resting place,” he said.

“Funeral directors in Pendle welcome the new guide and web pages.

"They are often storing cremated remains for families,” explained Robert.

Options for families looking for a final resting place include memorial trees, memorial walls and chambers which can all include personal inscriptions.

Details are available at www.pendle. gov.uk/bereavement and copies of the free leaflet can be picked up from the Contact Pendle Centre at Number One Market Street, Nelson, local libraries and funeral directors.

The Bereavement Services Office is open Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4pm at the Council’s Fleet Street Depot off Scotland Road in Nelson and the team can be e mailed: parks@pendle. gov.uk Robert Careswell added: “Everyone in our Bereavement Services Team provides a caring, sensitive service for people at the toughest time in their lives.

“We can help and advise people in a way which respects them and their loved ones,” he stated.

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Mental wellbeing advice following

the incident at Manchester Arena

The national government website contains the latest public information on urgent advice and support.

This guidance is aimed at anyone exposed and involved with the incident at the Manchester Arena.

The emotional effects will be felt by survivors, bereaved families, friends, emergency services, health care workers and the general public.

If you witnessed or lost someone in the attack you will most certainly have a strong reaction. Reactions are likely to be strongest in those closest to the incident, who directly witnessed the aftermath and who were involved in the immediate care of victims.

Common reactions to traumatic events The following responses are normal and to be expected in the first few weeks: • Emotional reactions such as feeling afraid, sad, horrified, helpless, overwhelmed, angry, confused, numb or disorientated • Distressing thoughts and images that just pop into your head • Nightmares • Disturbed sleep or insomnia • Feeling anxious • Low mood These responses are a normal part of recovery and are the mind’s mechanisms of trying to make sense and come to terms with what happened. They should subside over time.

What can people do to cope?

• The most helpful way of coping with an event like this is to be with people you feel close to and normally spend time with • If it helps, talk to someone you feel comfortable with (friends, family, coworkers) about how you are feeling • Talk at your own pace and as much as you feel it’s useful • Be willing to listen to others who may need to talk about how they feel • Take time to grieve and cry if you need to. Letting feelings out is helpful in the long run • Ask for emotional and practical support from friends, family members, your community or religious centre • Try to return to everyday routines and habits. They can be comforting and help you feel less out of sorts.

Look after yourself: eat and sleep well, exercise and relax • Try to spend some time doing something that feels good and that you enjoy • Be understanding about yourself.

How can children be helped to cope?

• Let them know that you understand their feelings • Give them the opportunity to talk, if and when they want to • Respect their pace • Reassure them that they are safe • Keep to usual routines • Keep them from seeing too much of the frightening pictures of the event.

When should a person seek more help?

In the early stages, psychological professional help is not usually necessary or recommended. Many people recover naturally from these events. However, some people may need additional support to help them cope. For example, young children, people who have had other traumatic events happen to them and people with previous mental health difficulties may be more vulnerable.

If about a month after the event anyone is still experiencing the following difficulties, it is a good idea to seek help: • Feeling upset and fearful most of the time • Acting very differently to before the trauma • Not being able to work or look after the home and family • Having deteriorating relationship difficulties • Using drugs or drinking too much • Feeling very jumpy • Still not being able to stop thinking about the incidents • Still not being able to enjoy life at all You can access help by: Speaking to your local GP Accessing your local NHS psychological therapies service: Mindsmatters mental health service.

Self-referral and information leaflets: BwD Tel: 01254 226037 The Wellbeing and Mental Health Helpline – A confidential, listening and information service operated by trained volunteers. Freephone:

0800 915 4640. Lancashire Victim Services, commissioned by the Police and Crime Commissioner and delivered by Victim Support, is available to provide support and assistance to any victims of the

Manchester events who live in the Lancashire area. In particular the NEST Lancashire service for children and young people who are victims is available to offer help and support.

The contact details are: Lancashire

Victim Services – 0300 323 0085 info@lancashirevictimservices.org or NEST Lancashire – 0300 111 0323 : Text NEST and your number to 60777 info@nestlancashire.org www.nestlancashire.org

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Pendle businesses do you struggle to find

the right people with the right skills?

Are you a Pendle based business or do you trade in the borough? If the answer’s yes, you need to join us at Pendle Connects in June!

Created in response to feedback from businesses, Pendle Connects events now run quarterly and combine business networking with panel interviews.

More than 50 business people from across Pendle and beyond came to hear from the experts on what digital can do for their business at the launch event in March.

And the organisers are now bringing together experts to discuss apprenticeships, skills and recruitment for their second event which will take place on Thursday 15th June, 8am – 10am at Nelson and Colne College.

So if you struggle to find the right people with the right skills for your business, or would like to know more about what apprenticeships can do for you, you’re urged to attend.

Rachel Kay, Pendle Connects organiser, said: “We had fantastic feedback from our launch in March and look forward to growing the event.

“On June 15 we’ll be discussing the challenges and changes in how

companies find and retain the best fit and skills set for their needs.

“Our expert speakers will examine the impact of automation, the rising importance of apprenticeships and how an effective skills pipeline between education and employment can be created and maintained.

“They’ll also look at the new apprenticeship levies, funding for upskilling current workforces and much more.”

The speakers include: • Dr Michele Lawty-Jones, Director of Lancashire Skills Hub • Philip Heyworth, MD of JD Engineering • Alison Rushton, Vice Principal of Nelson and Colne College • Frazer Durris, MD of Businesswise Solutions As well as the chance to learn from and network with guest experts and other local businesses, Dean Langton, Pendle Council’s Strategic Director, will deliver an update for the borough.

He will highlight upcoming projects within Pendle as well as what help and support is available to local and incoming businesses.

The events are supported by Pendle Vision Board which speaks up for the private sector and promotes the

brothers Javed and zaheer run an independant pharmacy in the heart of colne town centre.

What made you want to become Pharmacists? I have always wanted to commit myself to healthcare, It gives me a chance to make a real difference to the health of others every day. And to make that my job was the most amazing and rewarding thing I could do. I am speaking to patient’s day in and day out on ways to improve their health, help them stop smoking, give them diet and exercise advice, talk with them about mental health problems they may be having, show them how to take their tablets and inhalers and explain to them why it’s important to take them on time.

With a Doctor’s time becoming even more limited, now is the time to take full advantage of your local pharmacist as we have a vast amount of knowledge and training and resources to help patients with most for their health questions and worries.

I am also in the process of training to work in a Doctor’s surgery and help them out part time. I will be seeing patients with minor ailments, doing medicine reviews, and a whole lot of other exciting and interesting work in helping the NHS become more streamlined and cost efficient.

Experience. I worked in a lot of different pharmacies before I got the chance to run my own, so I have a good amount of experience behind me. But even now I am always seeing new drugs and patients with problems I have never encountered before so it is a good learning curve got me to learn about new areas of medicine, so I am well equipped for the future.

Services we provide. Also, we have a wide range of vitamins, minerals,

supplements and proteins for optimal health. For those that want optimum sports performance, or for those that want the most valuable nutrients foods have to offer, in a raw and easy to consume form. All our staff are fully trained on what type of supplements to offer in order to meet specific needs, For e.g. antioxidants, heart support, energy, a clear mind, joint support, balancing blood glucose, prostrate health for men, younger looking skin and digestive health.

We offer patients a range of free services, some of them are: we do Blood pressure checks for patients, We do the emergency hormonal contraception for women. We offer the finger prick test for patients who are worried they may have high blood glucose (diabetes).

We Two brothers are happy to be in business in Colne, offer clean and where they established their own pharmacy business sterile needles for in the main street. Javed and Zaheer Choksi, aged 29 those who inject and 27, from Bolton, are both qualified pharmacists, for a variety of and worked for pharmacies in the Bolton area before reasons. deciding to go it alone.

We order and They took over the former Well Pharmacy in Market deliver patients Street – which had previously been a Co-op pharmacy m e d i c a t i o n s and a dry cleaner’s shop before that – and established so they don’t their Evercare pharmacy a year ago. “It was an forget, so once opportunity to run our own pharmacy and work for less hassle for ourselves,” said Zaheer. “Colne is a nice little town, the patients. although to be honest we hadn’t really heard of it And because before. It’s a lively town with a lot of potential, and were late night, it’s very interesting for us as a business. we can offer “We’re very happy with the way our first year has delivery when it’s gone, and we want to open another pharmacy later this convenient for year or early next year.” the patient. We do The brothers’ Evercare pharmacy offers a full medicine review prescription service including home delivery, for patients who plus consultations, flu jabs, morning-after pill and feel they may methadone specialism.

borough as a great place to live, work and play. Dennis Mendoros, Chairman of Pendle Vision Board, said: “These networking events give us a great opportunity to shout about

what we’re doing to make Pendle the place to do business.

“We need to encourage new businesses to start and grow here, nurture existing ones to become more innovative and attract inward investment.

“By working closely with our business community we can ensure benefit from having their medications that we can better meet their needs checked professionally. We offer to put patient’s medication in a 7-day blister pack so all the tablets are ready popped and put into the correct time slot. All the patient needs do is check the time and take the pills in the right slot (AM, LUNCH, TEA and BEDTIME) There are a lot of services we offer, so I believe there is something for everyone there, and if there isn’t just give us a call or pop in, we can always work something out, Flexibility is the key in our business, especially these days, with people’s lives becoming more active and busier than ever. I mean even my grandma has emails to check and reply to every day now!!

EVERCARE PHARMACY

BROTHERS’ EVERCARE SUCCESS

Their team is completed by Rebecca, Sarah and Shawana.

and provide a skilled workforce.”

Dean added: “Combining business networking with themed panel interviews, these breakfast meetings provide a real platform for sharing best business practice, innovation and ideas.”

Breakfast and refreshments will be provided at 8am and networking will take place until 8.40am when the

panel interview begins. Tickets can be booked here at www.eventbrite. co.uk/e/pendle-connects-focus-onskills-recruitment-tickets Pendle Connects is a non-membership event with no annual fees to pay.

Events are open to any businesses, located in or out of Pendle, to come along and listen, ask questions and share their views.

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Loan shark CAR PARK GOES CASHLESS

AVENHAM MULTI-STOREY

ordered to pay

back £85,000

A loan shark who preyed on elderly victims and those addicted to gambling has been ordered to pay back £85,000 in proceeds of crime.

Following a hearing at Preston Crown Court on Thursday, 25 May, David Jackson, 59, of Cabo Roig, Alicante, Spain, was given 3 months to pay the lump sum of money or face an extra 12 months in prison.

Jackson, together with his son-in-law Mark Hayhurst, ran an illegal money lending business in the city.

David Jackson was sentenced to two years in prison back in March 2016 after pleading guilty to counts of illegal money lending and money laundering at an earlier hearing.

Mark Hayhurst, 32, of Garsdale Road in Ribbleton was also given a ninemonth sentence, suspended for two years.

The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) working in partnership with Lancashire County Council’s Trading Standards Service and Lancashire Police, executed warrants at the loan shark's properties in November 2014, seizing loan documentation and a quantity of cash.

During a sentencing hearing in March 2016, prosecutor Ben Mills told the court how Jackson, after leaving his job as a collector for a legitimate loan company, set up his own illegal money lending business and encouraged many of the company’s

customers to take out loans from him instead.

Mr Mills told the court that records seized showed that victims were charged £60 interest for every £100 borrowed.

Jackson and Hayhurst had issued loans to at least 142 individuals during the period that they were operating their illegal money lending business.

Although Jackson had declared some of his income from the money lending to HMRC, the prosecution explained how he was hiding a significant percentage of his business by not submitting lists of his most lucrative victims to his accountant.

Recorder TJ Hannam described Jackson as ‘persuasive, insidious and damaging’ upon sentencing.

He added: “Your victims came from the most vulnerable areas of society, including the elderly and those addicted to gambling. These are very serious offences and it’s clear in this case that your behaviour was clearly criminal.”

Tony Quigley, Head of Service for the National Illegal Money Lending Team said: “Another loan shark has been ordered to pay back for the crime that they once committed.

“We will continue to work with local authorities and the police to crack down on illegal money lending and bring those who break the law to

justice. It’s important for Lancashire residents to remember that loan sharks are only motivated by greed and should never been used.

“If you or someone you know has been a victim of a loan shark, we urge you to get in touch with the IMLT on 0300 555 2222. Your call will be handled by a trained IMLT officer and all information will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Paul Noone, Head of Lancashire County Council’s Trading Standards Service, said: “Loan sharks cause misery for some of our most vulnerable people and we will continue to work with the Illegal Money Lending Team to protect communities by pursuing them.

“I hope this case serves as a deterrent to potential loan sharks that justice may extend beyond a prison sentence to an order depriving them of the profits of their illegal activity.”

Nationally, Illegal Money Lending Teams have secured more than 378 prosecutions for illegal money lending and related activity, leading to nearly 325 years’ worth of custodial sentences. They have written off £71.9m worth of illegal debt and helped over 26,500 people.

To report a loan shark: Call the 24/7 confidential hotline 0300 555 2222 Text a report to 078600 22116 Visit www.stoploansharks.co.uk.

Terry Aldridge is new Chairman of

Lancashire County Council

The new Chairman of Lancashire County Council has begun his year in office.

County Councillor Terry Aldridge, who represents Skelmersdale Central, was appointed at the annual meeting of Full Council.

A county councillor since 2005, Terry has also been on West Lancashire Borough Council since 1990, representing the Moorside ward.

Terry has just served as Vice Chairman to County Councillor Janice Hanson during her year in office.

Born in Liverpool, Terry lived there until his twenties. He moved to Skelmersdale when it was still being developed as a New Town and describes himself as one of the "founder members".

During his working life Terry spent many years in the construction industry, working in a number of roles including as a bricklayer.

During his year as Chairman, he is keen to highlight the work of community groups, sports clubs and volunteers across the county, which have been a big part of his life.

During his early life in Liverpool Terry developed a strong interest in boxing. He spent many years as a coach for the Skelmersdale/Birch Green ABC and is still a volunteer with the club.

He also took a prominent role in the early development of Sunday league football in the town, running an under 15's football side, and is currently president of the Skelmersdale Junior Football League.

Terry said: "I'm a proud Liverpudlian and also proud to represent Lancashire as Chairman. It's a big honour to be chosen for this role.

"I've been the Older People's Champion for both West Lancashire and the county. It made me proud

to get out and about to meet people across the county, listen to the things that concern them, and see how we can help.

"As Chairman I'm looking forward to doing more of this, meeting lots of different people who live and work in this great county of ours."

Terry is a proud dad to three daughters, with six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

The county council's new Vice Chairman will be Anne Cheetham, who represents Rossendale South.

Terry added: "I've spent the past year working alongside Janice Hanson.

She was an excellent Chairman, and on behalf of Lancashire I'd like to thank Janice for her work over the past year.

"Congratulations to Anne who will be Vice Chairman for the next year and I'm looking forward to working with her."

In addition to offering a traditional pay and display facility, it will also offer a cashless system.

New payment machines have been installed throughout the car park, which will take payment in cash or via the ‘MiPermit’ app, ensuring maximum convenience.

The software enables customers to self-manage payments through their

smart phones or via the website. An option is also available for customers to opt in for a 10p reminder text – this will allow you to extend your stay remotely while continuing your visit to the city. Councillor Robert Boswell, Cabinet member for community and environment, said: “With the introduction of the new, innovative software this will make

visiting Avenham car park much easier and more convenient. You will no longer need to worry about carrying cash or rushing back to your car to top up the ticket. “By managing your payments online it will become hassle free. “Despite these changes Avenham car park will continue to be patrolled regularly, with CCTV cameras always recording.”

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Market Walk flagship

tenants revealed Council demands assurances over hospital's future

TWO national retailers are coming to Chorley to join the cinema in the town’s Market Walk shopping centre.​ This is a really exciting time for the Chorley borough.

Marks & Spencer are set to bring an M&S Foodhall and fashion, accessories and home retailer, TK Maxx, are set to join Reel Cinema in the extension to Market Walk shopping centre, which is owned and managed by Chorley Council.​ Alongside the cinema, the two retailers will take up over 75 per cent of the extension’s floor space giving shoppers even more choice in the town. Discussions are ongoing with other retailers and food and beverage outlets to fill the remaining 25 per cent with further announcements expected in the coming months.

Gary Hall, Chief Executive of Chorley Council, said: “This is a really exciting time for the Chorley borough and to have two leading national retailers coming to the town shows that people are seeing Chorley as a place they want to invest in.

“Both M&S Foodhall and TK Maxx offer customers great quality products and will add to and complement the fantastic independent and national retailers that are already here.

“We are still in discussions about the exact layout of the new stores but it has taken a huge amount of work to

get to this stage. We are delivering what residents and visitors have told us they want to see so we can attract even more visitors into Chorley and boost the local economy.”

Rob Morray, Head of Property Planning at M&S said: “We’re excited to be bringing an M&S Foodhall to customers in Chorley. The store will offer the very best of M&S’s quality food and drink, as well a café.

The Collect in Store service will mean customers who purchase Clothing and Home from M&S.com can collect their products in store the very next day. We look forward to sharing more details about the store nearer to the time of opening.”

The extension to Market Walk shopping centre will see seven new units created including the three taken up by M&S, TK Maxx and Reel Cinema.

Chorley Council bought the Market Walk shopping centre in 2013 and planning permission was granted for the extension last year.

Initial ground preparation work for the extension to Market Walk has already started on the Flat Iron to ensure everything is in place for construction to begin later this year.

It is anticipated that the new stores and extension to Market Walk shopping centre will be completed by late 2018.

COUNCILLORS are urging immediate action to re-open the borough’s A&E department saying the hospital trust has failed the residents of Chorley. ​The authority hosted an extraordinary meeting this evening (Friday) as councillors of all political parties expressed their surprise and deep concern over the sudden closure.

It now wants bosses at the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Trust to leave no stone unturned as it tries to secure the extra doctors it needs to reinstate the life-saving department and give a timescale as to when it will re-open.

Councillor Alistair Bradley, Leader of Chorley Council and who was speaking on behalf of all political parties at the authority, said: “We are more than a week on since the closure was first announced and although we’ve got a long list of things the Trust is doing we now need to see some of this come to fruition.

“The re-opening of the A&E department is something that everyone in the borough feels very

strongly about and I feel the Trust has let the people of Chorley down.

“When they spoke to us about the problem it was already too late and it came as a real surprise to everyone as we’d had reassurances the A&E department wouldn’t close just a week or so prior to this.

“We will do all we can to hold the Trust accountable and I’d urge residents to join together as we want them to know that the people of Chorley won’t accept what has happened.” A special council meeting was called within hours of the news breaking last week and a notice of motion was debated that was supported by councillors of all political parties.

It states that there is deep concern that the problem at Chorley and South Ribble appears to be more acute than anywhere else and calls for the reopening of the A&E department as a matter of urgency.

“It seems the hospital has been struggling with staffing for some time and it has tried to resolve the problems unsuccessfully without

raising the severity of the situation soon enough,” said Councillor Bradley.

“What we need now is a clear plan for the future and for the Trust to be open and honest with residents about their intention to keep an A&E department open in Chorley.

“We think it’s vital that the service is maintained and I’m sure the Trust would agree that we can’t have a situation where people’s lives are being put at risk. “They have committed to us that they will reopen the A&E department – the answer we want now is when is that going to happen. “Our fight to get the A&E re-opened has unified the whole community in a way that we’ve not seen for many years and I think that underlines how important it is to residents to see a 24/7 emergency service reinstated as soon as possible.”

The notice of motion was agreed unanimously at Friday’s meeting and the council will continue to push for the A&E department to be opened at the earliest possible opportunity.

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The odds are looking good for new

business, Bespoke Trailer Conversions.

Widnes based business, Bespoke Trailer Conversions is gearing up for the festival season after receiving support from St Helens Chamber.

Mark Marston converts old, abandoned and unloved horse boxes, he explains: “ We buy abandoned horse boxes from farmers’ fields and

turn them in to things of use like catering wagons, mobile bars, play houses and campervans, anything you can think of.”

The trailers can be designed to fit a variety of needs, and supply a niche in the market with the ever growing popularity of pop up bars, festivals and outdoor events.

Mark continued “It’s mainly festivals, weddings and outdoor events but we also have customers who have pitches in local markets and are looking to do catering.

“I’m currently working on a mobile bar, this is a customer’s design although I have done my own designs in the past.”

Previously unemployed, Mark was signed up to the New Enterprise Allowance through his local Job Centre Plus and after being referred to St Helens Chamber, was assigned a dedicated Business Coach to help him into self-employment.

The New Enterprise Allowance is a package of government support to assist unemployed people looking to start their own business.

The help that Mark has had from his dedicated adviser has helped him get his business of the ground. He said: “I’ve had a lot of support from St Helens Chamber especially from my mentor, Stella. She has pointed me in the right direction and given me help

Bee treatments suspended

after service inundated

St Helens Council’s Pest Control Service has suspended new call-outs to assess and treat bees, after being inundated with requests over the last few weeks.

Requests that have already been logged will be responded to, but no new ones will be accepted until the service catches up, unless there is an immediate risk to the public.

Bumble bees, tree bees and masonry/ solitary bees are normally gentle creatures and, provided that they are not disturbed, are widely considered harmless. The calls received suggest that these bees are being mistakenly identified for the more aggressive wasp.

Wasps seldom start to be noticed before June and are an insect for which treatments are routinely provided by the council at a charge of £45. While bumble bees will be seen from spring through to late autumn, tree bees – now at record high levels in the UK, and making up the majority of reports – and masonry bees can appear late in March but are usually in decline by June.

Tree bees in particular can demonstrate a natural behaviour of hovering in numbers near their nest, which some people can find disturbing. The council’s Pest Control Service avoid routinely treating these bees, which are widely recognised

as beneficial to the environment.

However for colonies that pose a risk to the public, such as those located above doors or in bushes close to pathways – as a last resort, chargeable treatments will be undertaken by the council. The volume of requests is currently impeding the service’s ability to meet its statutory duties – responding effectively to genuine public health pests, such as rats and mice.

More information on the appearance and characteristics of these insects can be found on our Pest Control Service page www.sthelens.gov.uk/ business/environmental-health/pestcontrol

with budgeting and finding suppliers.”

“It’s really helpful to be able to throw ideas around, and if it’s a bad idea the mentor doesn’t have a problem telling me it’s a bad idea and that saves me a lot of time researching and finding out on my own.

Mark’s Business Adviser recommended that he increase his presence on social media and use his website to attract new customers.

He explained: “I’m getting a lot of business from down south and have even been contacted by someone from Bulgaria about doing some work.”

“I’ve started getting more active on social media, we have a website and use social media sites like Facebook and Instagram where my followers are growing.”

Although these bespoke converted horseboxes are in high demand during festival season, Mark has secured contracts outside of this period. He explained: “The response that I’ve had from my designs is looking good and I’ve got other projects in the pipeline for after the festival season, such as converting one of the boxes in a play house.”

Stella Libertini, Business Adviser at St Helens Chamber said: “Since January Mark has converted three trailers, two from his own design and one specified by the customer.

“He has invested the profits from the first couple of conversions in tools and machinery and Mark looks like he will be making a good profit within his first six months of trading.

“I will continue to provide further business support for Mark over the next six to eight months.”

To find out more about Bespoke Trailer Conversions visit the website at https://www.bespoketrailerconversions. co.uk/ For more information about the support available from St Helens Chamber to start a business, call 0845 340 9980, email startup@sthelenschamber.com, or visit http://www. sthelenschamber.com/startup If you are unemployed and thinking of starting a business, speak to your JobCentre Plus adviser for more information about the New Enterprise Allowance Scheme.

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‘Improve not move’ as Home Improvement

Figures Continue to Grow

With many households having just undertaken a spring clean over Easter, home improvement figures continued to increase in popularity across 2016, as planning applications saw an upsurge in every region & country in Great Britain, except for Scotland.

Published on April 2017, the ‘Home Improvers of Great Britain 2017’ report, compiled by construction industry analysts Barbour ABI in collaboration with the Federation of Master Builders, shows that London led all regions with 3.8 home improvement applications for every one - hundred private homes last year, with the East of England seeing the biggest growth in applications with a 14 per cent increase.

At the other end of the spectrum, the North East & Scotland made up the bottom of the table, with only 1.1 applications for every one - hundred households (see figure 1.1).

There was no change at the top from last year for the best performing district, as Kensington & Chelsea continued its dominance with 6.8 applications for every one - hundred private households in 2016, albeit a decrease of eight per cent on its figure from 2015.

However, nowhere exemplified more in 2016 the ‘improve not move’ stance than Cambridge. After a rapid surge in prices, sales in the city have fallen back sharply while home improvement has rocketed.

Outside of Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea, Cambridge has the highest ratio of home improvement planning applications to home sales of any borough, whilst only squeezing into the top seventy for home improvement figures just two years ago.

Overall, districts with the most home improvement applications was

dominated by Southern England, with 18 of the top 25. Whereas 21 of the bottom 25 districts for home improvement were located north of the Midlands. A lack of home improvement outside of Southern England can be characterised by the first northern district, Harrogate, only placing 84th in the Barbour ABI league table.

Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), commented: “ Demand for home improvement work is particularly vulnerable to dips in consumer confidence but at present, there’s no sign of a negative “Brexit effect”.

Indeed, the results of this year’s Home Improvers Report show that there was a 6% rise in home improvement work that requires planning permission in 2016 compared to 2015 in Great Britain and these results chime with the FMB’s own research.

Despite gloomy predictions from many economists in the run up to the EU referendum last summer, construction SME workloads have not only held up, they are in rude health.

Even as we approached Article 50 being served at the end of last month, the results of the FMB’s State of Trade Survey for Q1 2017 show that construction workloads continued to grow and 50% of firms expect this trend to

continue into the second quarter of this year.” Michael Dall, Lead Economist at Barbour ABI, said: “2016 saw continued growth of home improvement in areas expected, such as around the capital and other southern English regions.

However it is encouraging to see considerable growth in the East of England with many of its boroughs making their way up the table.”

“Looking forward, much will depend on the growth in the economy, as the link between it and home

improvement is very evident. In addition, the shortage of housing across Great Britain generally is set to continue, which will undoubtedly help fuel home improvement activity as home owners look to ‘improve not move’.”

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Ava Travell produced it's First Holiday Brochure

in March 2016, which has been a huge success.

Director Miles Cassam, together with Alan Clenshaw and Aubrey Glasson (who had all previously worked for John Fishwick & Sons, Leyland, Bus Service & Holiday Tour Operator which finished trading after over a 100 years in October 2015) went into partnership with Paul Tattersall and the AVA Group which includes Avacab Taxis, Leyland Taxis,

Avacoach and Avabus.

We at AVA Travel operate out of town centre premises at 41 Hough Lane, Leyland, together with the Ava Group we are well on our way to being well established in the town.

Miles Cassam's vision of a hassle fee Door to Door Service within the North West Region is part and parcel of AVA Travel's excellent Customer

Service Policy AVA Travel offer modern, spacious Coach Travel to destinations throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales together with destinations in Europe. No Overnight travel on long journeys is our policy, so overnight stops are in hand with chosen hotels or in accommodation on board ferries to the Continent.

All AVA Travel Tours include Door to Door Service direct from your home to Coach, Airport or Docks and on return from your destination back home, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday without having to worry about anything other than having a

good time.

AVA Travel also offer a selection of Cruises, together with our own Madeto-Measure Flights & Hotels to Jersey and Guernsey available throughout April to September.

Our Summer 2017 AVA Travel

Holiday Tours Brochure programme is now underway and our new October 2017 to April 2018 Holiday Tours Brochure will be available from 23 May to order over the phone just call 01772 622 222 or via our website at www.avatravel.co.uk

GET DOWN TO THE ALABASTER JAR

W H O ARE WE ?

The Alabaster Jar is an independently run paint-your-own-pottery shop in Chorley, Lancashire.

We provide a relaxing and friendly atmosphere where you can come and spend some quality time making bespoke pottery products for your home or loved ones.

W HAT W E D O ?

Come in during our opening hours to create from a wide selection of

pottery. All of our pottery is painted in glaze and fired in a kiln, which makes it waterproof and fully useable. We have all sorts of pottery blanks for different tastes and plenty of selection for both children and adults. Prices start from 50p up to ÂŁ70 WHAT ELSE ?

You paint it, We fire it!

Simply drop into our studio, select a piece of pottery from a wide range of items. Paint your item however you

like and we will fire it for you in our kiln, then pop back a week later to collect your finished creation. There's no need to book but recommend ringing ahead for groups of 6+ WHY CHOOSE US? Unlike some other paint-yourown-pottery shops, we have no appointment system or studio fee.

Why not you ask? Call us on 01257 274690 to find out or call in at 180 Pall Mall, Chorley, PR7 2LH

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Diversion leads way in Keswick Railway Path Route Restoration

Work on a 3.5km diversion means of one of the Lake District’s most flood damage. was devastated by 2015’s Storm walkers can now use a new section popular routes following serious Keswick to Threlkeld railway path Desmond, which washed away two major bridges, over 200 metres of track and affected other structures.

Although these sections are cordoned off, the newly completed deviation takes users off the old rail line via a ramp and on to a 45m causeway crossing an area of wet woodland.

Linking to an existing permitted footpath, the route leads to the Brundholme road and on to Threlkeld village.

Emma Atkinson from nearby Low Briery caravan park and dog Togo on the newly created Keswick to Threlkeld path’s diversion.

Lake District National Park’s projects ranger, Scott Henderson, said the diversion established an invaluable connection for locals and visitors alike.

He added: “Unfortunately, the terrain makes it unsuitable for cyclists and wheelchair users, but will be warmly welcomed by walkers.

“We all look forward to the entire pathway being fully reinstated and are working hard to achieve this.

“In the meantime, significant parts

of one of our best-used routes can be enjoyed, but we would ask that people stay away from the cordonedoff areas.”

Work was funded by the Lake District National Park and carried out in partnership with Eden Rivers Trust apprentices.

Scott said grateful thanks went to the landowner and Cumbria County Council for their help with the project.

More information - www.lakedistrict. gov.uk/keswickrailway

Based on the lovely Lancaster canal all-year round. Our fleet of steel in the Northwest of England. Water- hull narrow boats have full central babies provides holidays afloat heating, luxurious soft furnishings and everything you could want for a comfortable and cosy cruise even in the coldest times of the year.

Operating from landscaped private moorings, Water-babies is ideally located to cruise north to the medieval City of Lancaster and beyond to where sea, canal, mountains and the forest form the perfect backdrop.

The City of Lancaster offers culture in the historic castle and Cathedral.

Lancaster offers an abundance of venues to enjoy a pub lunch or something a bit special.

There is an opportunity to see the wildlife from a different position, Kingfishers , Herons and many more can be seen along the canal as it meanders ,following the contours of this land. You can feel miles away from the hustle of modern life. For those whom enjoy fishing, there is the opportunity to relax on the quiet banks of this canal.

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The World of Glass -

Museum & Arts Centre with

an eye on the future……

Would you be surprised to find a wizard, a Victorian furnace, an amazing film show and live glassblowing in a museum – well at The World of Glass you can.

Step into the impressive Cone entrance and you enter a world of learning and fun.

The first gallery tells the story of St Helens, Victorian glass town and heart of the industrial revolution, the second showcases a timeline back to 3050 BC with stunning pieces of decorative glass, there’s the awesome Manchester Airport chandelier weighing a staggering 2 tonne in weight.

If you were wondering about the Wizard, well he is resident in our mirror maze which is great for kids of all ages and it’s ideal for the kids to explore while you have a coffee in the canal side ‘Hotties’ café.

But that’s only half of what The World of Glass has to offer, there is the three screen film show which takes you back in time and explains why you can’t really live without glass, the Victorian furnace with its underground tunnels and of course our live glassblowing.

The World of Glass is a northern hub for glassblowing courses and creates its own very unique glassware; you can even commission your own piece. Two exhibitions galleries sit either side of the shop where there is something for everyone. Come for an hour or two or spend the day.

Opening Times: Summer - 10.00 am to 5.00pm (last admission 3pm).

Winter - 10.00 am to 4.00pm (last admission 2.30pm) Monday to Saturday every week. We are closed Sunday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and every Bank Holiday Monday. Admission Prices: £8 adults, £6 children/seniors. Family tickets: £24 (two adults and two children) and £17 (single parent and two children). Under fives free. How to find us: The World of Glass is situated just 5 minutes from Junction 7, M62. For more information please call 01744 22766 or visit www.worldofglass.com

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Cycle across the new Brecon Beacons route

Brecon Beacons National Park, allowing visitors to take in even more of the beautiful scenery in the area. It spans all the way from Llandeilo in the west to Abergavenny in the east.

The route is divided into five sections, leading cyclists alongside a Roman road with panoramic views of the Central Beacons, gentle country lanes

and a pretty tow path.

Section 1: Llandeilo to Talsarn This 13-mile journey winds through the side streets of Llandeilo town before crossing the river Towy. From here, there's a climb towards Trapp that lets users take in great views of the Towy Valley and the Black Mountains, plus a steep descent and

climb either side of Pont Newydd. It's better suited for experienced cyclists who like a challenge rather than novices and families, but the views will be worth it!

Section 2: Talsarn to Sennybridge Also for confident cyclists,this 11mile section begins with open views over fields that expand into a stunning

exposed area near the Roman Camp. Continuing east through a forest with Usk reservoir to the north, the path then undulates into the army town of Sennybridge.

Section 3: Sennybridge to Brecon This 9-mile route along the north of the River Usk, is a lovely stretch for those used to road cycling. The hedgebound route along country roads gently rises and falls, providing great views of the Brecon Beacons.

Section 4: Brecon to Llangattock/ Crickhowell This 15-mile part of the journey can be used to get to Llangattock and Crickhowell. It leaves Brecon on the towpath that runs alongside the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, then passes though the picturesque village of Talybont-on-Usk. From here, there's a climb up and over the Ashford canal tunnel and onwards to Llangynidr, crossing the canal a few times before passing the site of the famous Green Man Festival and the villages of Dardy and Llangattock.

Alternatively, you can just stick to the family-friendly towpath as long as your bike can handle the varied road surface.

Section 5: Llangattock/Crickhowell to Abergavenny For this 8-mile section, follow the towpath until Govilon Wharf, from which there is a route to the heart of Abergavenny. It's family friendly up to the village of Llanfoist, just outside of Abergavenny.

If you fancy dipping in to any part of these routes, tweet or Instagram us your pics with #Findyourepic

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Welcome to

Yorkshire

It’s been described as God’s Own Country, boasts seven great cities, three National Parks, miles of golden beaches and two UNESCO World Heritage sites.

The well coined phrase ‘whatever you want, we’ve got it’ is all too often used, but in Yorkshire’s case it is true.

A long weekend won’t be long enough to sample the huge array

of food hailing from the county’s award-winning restaurants and eateries. Whether it’s locally sourced pub food or high end dining, Yorkshire has it covered.

Did you know the county has more Michelin starred restaurants than any other area outside London?

World-class attractions are visitor magnets and Yorkshire is home to several national museums.

These include the National Media Museum, National Railway Museum, National Coal Mining Museum, Royal Armouries and Eureka!

National Children's Museum you’ll need a few repeat visits to enjoy them all.

Other great attractions include The Deep in Hull, Sea Life Scarborough, Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster, Tropical World in Leeds, Lightwater Valley near Ripon and Flamingo Land near Malton.

All are great for making memories and filling up the photo album.

Must see rolling green hills and stunning vistas are all on offer. Make sure you see the Yorkshire Dales, The Wolds in East Yorkshire, the Pennines including Bronte Country, the Peak District and the North York Moors.

If you like the sea, then see some of the UK’s best along Yorkshire’s stunning coast taking in gems like Whitby, Staithes, Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington among many others.

For more information check out www.yorkshire.com

The History Behind Clarion Lodge

Campsite, Menston 1908 – 2010

‘Carriage-drive’ planted on both sides with forest trees. Soon, a separate two-storey timber building had to be erected to provide forty more beds.

Sadly, the latter was later razed to the ground by fire, but the stone buildings remain to this day as the only providing-surviving Clarion Clubhouse, used still by Clarion The clubhouse idea was eagerly the Clubhouse, while leaving space Cyclists and other’s until its present adopted in other parts of the country for camping, volunteers levelled the owners bought and converted it in

by Clarionettes who had sampled ground for tennis courts and made a December 2010 the delights of Bucklow Hill and Handforth. Bradford CCC members started an annual camp in Wharfedale in the late 1890’s; five second-hand bell-tents in a field between Otley and Burley, where cycle runs went every Sunday for a month or more in the Summer. By 1906 Bradford’s annual camp had changed its site several times, but then the newlyformed Yorkshire Union of Clarion CCs began to look for a permanent ‘Countryhouse’. Early in 1907 the Yorkshire Clarion Clubhouse Ltd was registered as an Industrial and Provident Society offering supporters half-crown shares.

The aim was to build a ‘Bungalow Clubhouse’ for £200.00 in some convenient centre in Wharfedale.

The following year they took a threeyear lease on one of their previous camp sites, a four acre field at Chevin End near the village of Menston.

There was an option to purchase outright, but they needed to raise a total of £500.00 to make this possible.

At first they made do with tents, and then they put up ramshackle sheds and lean-tos until they had gathered enough money from the half-crown shares to have a proper Clubhouse built in stone.

Even then they had to proceed slowly, adding architect –designed wings as funds became available. Next to

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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway

Travel on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway through Brontë Country, where you can take in the beautiful views and landscapes. Sit back and witness the landscapes that inspired the classic works of the Bronte sisters. The Railway has also appeared in many TV and film productions including most recently Swallows and Amazons and Peaky Blinders. For those of a certain age the Railway is particularly famous as

the location for the classic 1970 film The Railway Children.

For those that like the great outdoors the railway has plenty of spectacular walks and nature trails. Every stop offers a walk, whether it’s a moorland walk or one of The Railway Children walks - make sure you have your walking boots at the ready. Try the Top Withens Walk, which takes you out of Haworth, the village where the Brontë sisters lived and wrote, along

pathways they walked and through the moorland that inspired them.

Much more than just a railway, Keighley & Worth Valley Railway offers a great day out for all ages. You can hop off the line at Ingrow West, which is home to Rail Story; two award winning transport museums.

Here you can view the vintage carriages and learn about the history of rail travel. Throughout the year the Railway hosts a number of events from Steam Gala’s to Curry Trains and Beer Festivals. If you are looking for an evening of entertainment then don’t miss the Haworth Haddock and Keighley Korma. You enjoy two round trips, whilst being served with fish and chips or curry, alight at Keighley to enjoy live music to end the evening. If you are looking for something more traditional we run our Pullman Afternoon Teas throughout the year. Relax in the luxurious Pullman Carriages, eating traditional Afternoon Tea while the beautiful countryside passes by. A fantastic treat for that special person.

Finally our biggest and best event of the year are the Santa Trains.

Running every weekend from the end of November to Christmas Eve, these

trips create magical memories for all the family. Climb aboard and Santa comes to visit all the children and gives them a special gift, while mum

and dad get a mice pie and a glass of sherry. All our events sell out fast so visit the website for more information and to book.

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A new way to discover the wonders of Welsh wildlife

Wales is one of the world’s best places to watch wildlife, if you know where - and when - to look. So we’ve teamed up with Wildlife Trusts Wales to create an interactive guide to help you explore Wales’ wonderful wildlife, whether it’s amazing ospreys, a feeding frenzy of red kites, the world’s largest Manx shearwater colony, or the best place in Britain to

see puffins and porpoises. Why not go for a relaxing stroll through an enchanting Welsh rainforest carpeted in bluebells and daffodils? Or simply sit in a field full of orchids, or by a brilliant waterfall, and admire the view? The magic isn’t just restricted to spring and summer – there are amazing wildlife displays in autumn and winter with seal pups aplenty, the

return of thousands of birds to our estuaries, and wonderful autumnal woodland colours with golds, bronzes and foxy reds. Wales has an abundance of wildlife hot-spots, including 216 Wildlife Trust nature reserves, 11 RSPB sanctuaries, over 2,485sq miles (4,000sq km) of National Park, and an 870-mile (1400 km) Wales Coast Path for wildlife to, well, go wild in. Wales has it all – but knowing where to go is the key to unlocking its secrets. Wildlife of Wales helps visitors to explore Wales’s wonderful natural world

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The Gardens of North Wales

Trees planted to mark royal romances hundreds of years ago, and landscaped lawns and exotic guests. North Wales is famous for its gardens. From the National Ivy Collection to listed estates, here are a few places worth a

visit. Bodnant Garden Devotees of the Italianate vision will love Bodnant. Leading up to the Hall, the upper garden has five terraces, featuring brick paths, lily ponds, formal lawns and herbaceous

plants. Below, trees and shrubs flank The Dell, passed by the River Hiraethlyn. Homegrown collections include Chinese, North American and Japanese plants.

Plas Newydd, Isle of Anglesey

North Wales Named One of

Top Regions Globally for 2017

There’s cause for epic celebrations in Wales as North Wales has made it on to Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2017 list – the only destination in the UK to do so.

A playground for thrill seekers, a haven for foodies, a hideout for stargazers and a goldmine for heritage seekers, North Wales has a holiday for every kind of traveller. But what caught the eye of the Lonely Planet, the world’s leading travel authority, is the way the former industrial landscape has been reinvented and repurposed to create a series of truly world class attractions, from high speed zip lining and inland surfing to underground trampolining in a 176-year-old disused slate mine.

Alongside UNESCO World Heritage Sites as Conwy, Beaumaris, Harlech and Caernarfon Castles, North Wales is home to some of the best walking and cycling in Britain, as well as a range of industry-leading attractions, all set against the spectacular backdrop of the Snowdonia mountains.

On the flanks of Snowdonia National Park, Zip World boasts 11 different attractions in total including the everpopular Bounce Below, a colourful underground world of bouncing nets,

slides and rope bridges. Zip World Velocity in Bethesda is the world’s fastest zip line with two 500 ft. (152 m) high courses that enable riders to exceed 100 mph (161 km/h), while Zip World Titan in Blaenau Ffestiniog offers Europe’s first four-person line – perfect for thrill seeking families. A short drive east is Surf Snowdonia, a world-first man-made lagoon where amateurs and professional surfers alike can surf a powerful 6.5 ft. (2 m) wave, under the watchful eye of Welsh National Surfing Champion, Jo Denison. It’s not hard to see why North Wales is becoming known as the adventure tourism capital of Europe.

With enough to keep even the most hardcore adrenaline junkies quiet, North Wales has a full range of accommodation and services to complete its tourism offer, from five star Chateau Rhianfa to yurts and cabins at Graig Wen, and for the extra brave, cliff camping suspended high above the sea with Gaia Adventures.

And if it’s food you’re after, North Wales now has two Michelin-starred restaurants: Sosban & The Old Butcher's on Anglesey, and Tyddyn Llan in Denbighshire, not to mention

the multitude of local producers, delis, cafes, restaurants, farm shops, markets and micro breweries who ensure that north Wales is full of excellent places to eat and drink.

A touch of Aussie lushness on the Menai Strait, where this 18th century house – already the place for pristine views of Snowdonia – is home to an Australasian arboretum, no less.

Elsewhere, there’s a spring garden, a summer terrace and colourful, massed hydrangeas to enjoy. The catkin garden is a highlight.

Plas Tan y Bwlch, Gwynedd Acres of wonderful gardens fill this research epicentre of the Snowdonia National Park.

They include a water garden, a Japanese garden, a fern nursery, an azalea walk and a wildlife garden,

all teeming with unusual exotic specimens. Valleys and woodlands surround this former home of an 18th century mansion.

The Great Orme, Llandudno This valley was dedicated to local residents by Lord Mostyn in 1887, and it offers splendid views of the town more than a century on. Take a sloping walk to the charming landscaped gardens forming part of them, then lie back and relax under the ancient trees towering above.

Bodelwyddan Castle, Denbighshire There are 260 acres of parkland surrounding Bodelwyddan, and the

formal garden, which is part of a site including a maze and woodland areas, was designed in 1910. The walls were the idea of 19th century baronet Sir John Hay Williams, who originally introduced many of the exotic plants here Grade I listed Ivy Collection Erddig is the place to find the National Ivy Collection, but there are also some extremely rare fruit trees within the hallowed grounds of one of the most important gardens in Britain.

Discover why William Eames’ late 18th century design has been deemed worthy of Grade I listing status.

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History of the NGS

– a considerable sum of money in those days. It was considered a great success, undoubtedly assisted by the active support of his Majesty King George V, who opened the gardens at Sandringham in Norfolk, & these gardens have been open every year since.

When the NGS was born in 1927, visiting private gardens was a well established pastime, but only for the privileged few. So asking owners of fine gardens to open them once a year to the general public was a radical, but wonderful idea. The charity has gone from strength to strength ever since, with thousands of privately owned private gardens & suburban plots opening for the NGS, in addition to large gardens belonging to stately homes Beneficiaries Although many people associate the NGS with Open Gardens, surprisingly few people are aware of the the fact that it is the largest beneficiary of the nursing charities. Through the support of the garden owners & visitors, NGS Cumbria raised £55k in 2015, & the NGS scheme donated In 1859 William Rathbone, who was £2.7m to the following charities last a prominent Liverpool merchant & year (up from £2.6m in 2014): philanthropist, paid a nurse named MacMillan Cancer Support £500,000 Mrs Robinson to care for his sick wife. He was greatly impressed by Mrs Robinson’s work & it struck him that while he was capable of hiring a nurse because he was a wealthy man, there must be thousands of poor people in Liverpool who could not afford this & yet still had that need.

He therefore paid Mrs Robinson to go into the city to nurse the poor. Before long Mrs Robinson returned to tell Mr Rathbone that because conditions were so terrible there was no way she could make any impression on them on her own. William Rathbone set up a school of nursing & sent nurses into the city in groups. Later this resulted in the creation of district nursing.

District nursing spread through the length & breadth of the land. Among those who were actively supportive of this were Florence Nightingale & Queen Victoria, who were both deeply interested in the work. It is extraordinary to us today to recall that the NHS did not come on the scene until 1948, so all this work had to be funded by charity.

The organising body for district nursing was the Queen’s Nursing Institute. In 1927 Miss Elsie Wagg, who was a member of the QNI Council, had the idea of inviting people with fine gardens to open them to the public with a view to raising funds. The first gardens opened in 1927. A total of 609 gardens opened at a standard charge of one shilling per head & a total of £8,191 was raised

Marie Curie Cancer Care £500,000 Hospice UK £500,000 Carers Trust £375,000 Queen’s Nursing Institute £250,000 Parkinson’s UK £100,000 Perennial £150,000 The Multiple Schlerosis Society £100,000 Horatio’s Garden £130,000 Contact Details Website address www.ngs.org.uk Follow us on Twitter – CumbriaNGS Like us on Facebook – Cumbria NGS Buy the annual bestseller ‘Yellow Book’ at newsagents everywhere, which gives details of all gardens open across the country for the NGS. Pick up the County Leaflet free in ‘What’s On’ shelves across Cumbria.

This gives details of all NGS gardens open across the county.

County Organiser – Diane Hewitt 015394 46238, dhewitt.kinsman@ gmail.com Publicity – Carole Berryman 0153954 443649, carole@ caroleberrymangardens.co.uk Open gardens 65 gardens will be open across Cumbria this year, of all shapes,

styles & sizes. In addition to seeing some wonderful gardens, many not normally open to the public, there are often teas & cakes, & plant sales – a wonderful day out for garden lovers in aid of good causes. Average price £3.50.

10 New gardens in 2016 including: Broom Cottage Long Marton, Appleby-in-Westmorland CA16 6JP open Sun 3 July 6&8 Conyers Ave Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4JT Open Sun 24 July Eden Place Kirkby Stephen CA17 4AP Open 3 July Fern Bank High House Rd St Bees CA27 0BZ Open Sun 10 April Grange Fell Allotments Fell Rd Grange-over-Sands LA11 6HB Open Sun 3 July Grow West Allerby Aspatria Wigton

CA7 2NL Open Sun 22 May Highlands High Knott Rd Arnside Carnforth LA5 0AW Open Sat-Sun 11-12 June Mirefoot Burneside Kendal LA8 9AB Open Sun 5 June

Sandhouse Burnhill Scaleby Carlisle CA6 4LU 39 Outbarrow Rd Ulverston – part of Ulverston Open Gardens Open Sun 26 June

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Enjoy the Lakes!

A predominantly rural county, Cumbria is considered one of the most beautiful regions of the UK and includes the whole of the Lake District, also known as The Lakes or Lakeland, the Eden Valley, the North Pennines, the Furness Peninsula, and part of the Yorkshire Dales. A hideaway just for two for a special occasion in the Lakes; anniversary, birthday, Valentine’s Day, proposal, engagement or honeymoon, or just to

spend quality time with the one you love on a romantic short break. It might be a secluded holiday cottage for two with a cosy woodburner or open fire, a swish town centre apartment with a deep roll top bath and luxury cottages with four poster beds that you're after.

Accommodation in Cumbria are usually available by the week and also offer short breaks. From the national award-winning restaurants to gastro pubs and cafes, Cumbria offers the best in food and drink, day or night.

From the clear Lakeland water in local beer to the renowned Lakeland lamb and beef, an abundance of excellent local food combines with

global influences to provide for even the most discerning foodies. Cumbria has a good variety of places to cater for lovers of animals in Cumbria, from the specialist centres for birds of prey and fishes, to Lakeland’s only Zoo at Dalton-in-Furness where tigers and other rare animals can be seen.

Visitor centres, such as Brockhole and Whinlatter cater for children, and some attractions, such as the Beatrix Potter attraction are aimed especially at children. Cumbria has three historic steam railways, with children especially welcome. The many museums in Cumbria will offer plenty of interest to all the family.

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Council gets to work on construction

of new cycleway in Kendal

The first phase of construction of a shared use cycleway along Burton Road from Kirkbie Kendal School to Asda in Kendal has begun. The 3m-wide cycleway will be available to use by cyclists, pedestrians, and wheelchair users.

The second phase of works, beginning in April 2018, will further extend the cycleway from Asda to the railway bridge at Natland.

Cumbria County Council is carrying out this work on behalf of Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership with funding from central government, with the aim of the project to enhance Kendal’s infrastructure and make the town more accessible for more people.

With 60% of all journeys that start or end in Kendal being made wholly within the town, it is also hoped that

enhancing cycling infrastructure will encourage people to use their bikes rather than their cars - which will reduce congestion and improve air quality within Kendal, as well as promoting an active and healthier lifestyle.

A large number of daffodil bulbs discovered during the initial construction works have been replanted in the nearby Kendal Leisure Centre.

Phase 1 works are expected to be completed in June. The council wishes to thank local residents and businesses for their understanding and patience during this period of construction.

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It’s official: Lake District named as

Britain’s top walking destination

The Lake District, Cumbria, is officially the most popular Their OS Maps service analysed more has topped the country’s league destination for walking in Britain, according to a new than 500,000 routes over ten years table with Keswick and Ambleside nationwide survey just released by Ordnance Survey. and revealed that the Lake District being the most popular locations for walkers.

And of the 20 most popular places to create a walking route across Britain, an impressive 18 of them are within the core areas of the Lake District National Park – taking in popular locations including Keswick, Ambleside, Grasmere, Helvellyn and Scafell Pike. Managing Director for Cumbria Tourism, Ian Stephens, says, “This is the ultimate place to enjoy the great outdoors and this latest Ordnance Survey research confirms that the Lake District, Cumbria, is indeed the UK’s Adventure Capital.

“With a network of just under 2,000 miles of Rights of Way and some of the most spectacular scenery you are likely to find, it’s great to see that the Lake District remains a firm favourite. Whether you’re taking a gentle lakeside stroll with the family or scrambling up more challenging locations like Sharp Edge on Blencathra, this spectacular landscape appeals to everyone from the occasional walker to the more specialist adventurer.” Nick Giles, Managing Director of Ordnance Survey Leisure, says: “For centuries the Lakes have held a special place in people’s hearts, and we know the area is loved by map users, because the region frequently tops our bestselling paper maps.

However, when we started examining

this data and looking at the routecreating habits of people, we weren’t expecting the Lake District to dominate so strongly.”

Just a few of the walks highlighted by Ordnance Survey include England’s highest mountain Scafell Pike and

Langdale Fell which forms part of the popular Cumbrian Way. Other breathtaking walks include Nethermost Pike, one of the highest Wainwrights’ in the eastern fells; Allen Crags which is frequented by walkers on route to Scafell and Fairfield Horseshoe, one of the more classic Lake District walks.

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Explore the country’s biggest adventure playgrounD

Whether you’re looking for a mountain scramble, a coastal gallop or a downhill challenge, the Lake District,

Cumbria has a dramatic landscape of lakes, mountains, countryside and coast to explore.

Check out our top tips for outdoor adventures, or visit the GoLakes website for more ideas and inspiration: Take in the sea air on horseback: Enjoy stunning views across the Irish sea and the Western Lake District on horseback with Cumbrian Heavy Horses. Canter from the Duddon Estuary on the Cumbria coastline along endless miles of beautiful sand dunes and tranquil scenery. Ride on a majestic Clydesdale, Shire or Ardennes horse and make it a trip to remember. Prices start from £70 per person.

Enjoy a quintessential Lakeland cruise: Windermere’s unique scenery and atmosphere make spring the perfect time of year to get out and discover some spectacular natural wonders. Travelling by Windermere Lake Cruises is a unique way to see the famous Lakeland fells, wooded shoreline and rolling countryside along the lakeshore. The 45 minute ‘Blue Islands Cruise’ is at £8 per adult and £4 per child, other cruises are available.

Get in a spin: Explore the grounds of a country house estate or have an adventure on a race track on Cumbria Tourism’s ‘Tourism Experience of the Year’ Lakeland Segway. Feel the exhilaration as you whizz along tracks and trails whilst taking in the glorious sights and sounds of Cartmel

Racecourse and The Holker Hall Estate. With professional training, safety instruction, and lots of practice included, you’ll be well equipped to set off on a thrilling mini adventure.

Prices start from £40 per person.

Feed your need for speed: Challenge yourself whilst having an epic day out over endless miles on one of Cumbria’s fantastic man made mountain bike trails. The Altura Trail at Whinlatter Forest Park is a 19km red grade challenge with some superb flowing sections of single-track, huge sweeping berms, technical forest sections, and optional black graded features. This awesome trail rewards success with outstanding views, making it one of the best places for thrill seekers this spring! Free Entry.

Walk the wall: Discover the northern frontier that is Hadrian’s Wall from Carlisle Castle and follow in the footsteps of a mighty Roman empire to the historic Birdoswald Roman Fort. Witness the longest surviving stretch of wall and extensive remains of Roman settlement while spotting fort milecastles, turrets, a Roman bridge, and Cumbrian wildlife as you look out towards the Lake District and North Pennines. With the unique 2017 celebration of Hadrian’s Cavalry kicking off from 8th April, there has never been a better time to have your very own historical

adventure. Carlisle Castle entry at £6.40 per adult and £3.80 per child and Birdoswald Roman Fort entry at £6.10 per adult and £3.70 per child.

Look up to the sky: Head outdoors to witness the dark night sky in all its glory.

Head away from the bright lights of towns and villages and up to Church Fell near Sizergh Castle in Lake District National Park where, on a clear night before a full moon, you can see infamous constellations the Plough and Orion’s Belt. Just remember to take your binoculars and a flask of hot chocolate. Free Entry to Church Fell. Sizergh entry from £6.50 per adult and £3.25 per child.

Zip through a forest: Think you, your friends, and family could handle three hours of tree top adventure? Are you wild enough to climb 30ft up a rope ladder, Tarzan Swing into a giant rope net, then zip wire through trees, crawl through tunnels, and tackle high wire rope bridges?

If so, try out GoApe at Grizedale Forest where you will be guaranteed hours of fun whilst unleashing your inner ape. The Tree Top Adventure starts from £33 per adult and £25 per child.

Descend a clifftop… backwards: A popular and thrilling activity for the brave – walking off a cliff backwards and living to tell the tale! Try your

hand at a gentle abseil, push yourself with a mega abseil of 120ft, or really up the adventure stakes with a canyoning experience at Mere Mountains. Set amongst spectacular caverns and gorges, this exciting opportunity will make for a truly memorable day.

Activities start from £35. Experience views like no other at 15,000ft: Get your adrenaline pumping, face your fears, and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience skydiving the Lake District this spring with Skydive Northwest.

After the exhilarating 120mph freefall, it’s time to catch your breath whilst you enjoy a tranquil parachute ride through stunning landscapes.

What better way to go ‘sightseeing’ than from thousands of feet above it all? Tandem Skydive at £230 per person.

Put yourself in the driving seat: Experience the exhilaration of a real 4X4 off road driving adventure and discover the Lake District National Park from behind the wheel of a specially prepared KANKKU vehicle. These tough and capable exarmy Land Rovers allow you to go off the beaten track as you are expertly guided on challenging rough and rocky terrain on a gripping journey with a spectacular lake and mountain backdrop. Prices from £45 per person.

Celebrating its 33rd year, Lake District Summer Music returns next month (29 July – 11 Aug) with 40 events in 11 venues spread across the South Lakes. With its heart in chamber music, there is something to suit everyone in the 2017 Festival: orchestral, choral, solo recitals, opera on film, masterclasses, early music, world music, popular favourites and new works, jazz and much more.

There's a spotlight on Schubert, including Benjamin Appl singing Winterreise; rarely-heard early quartets; and the Octet with artists-inresidence the Berkeley Ensemble. A golden thread of Haydn runs through

the fortnight, with string quartets, piano trios and solo piano.

The centenary of the Russian Revolution is marked by music by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov, Shostakovich and Stravinsky, and a very different centenary is celebrated in a tribute to the 'First Lady of Song', Ella Fitzgerald.

LDSM's ongoing WW1 commemorations highlight music

by Debussy, Ravel, Bridge, Elgar, Bartók, Gurney, Rebecca Clarke and rarities by Röntgen, Delius, McEwen, Ibert and Enescu. The subtle art of one composer transcribing the work of another is yet another feature,

including Tchaikovsky/Arensky, Strauss/Hasenöhrl, Gershwin/Wild, Glinka/Balakirev and Bizet/Buxton Orr. Artists-in-residence returning to LDSM include cellist Robert Cohen, the Chilingirian Quartet and the Gould Piano Trio, which brings a new work by Mark Simpson.

The music of father and son Sir Lennox Berkeley and Michael Berkeley (of Radio 3's Private Passions fame) is a feature in two concerts.

At Kendal Town Hall, there's to be an innovative family event mixing puppetry and music by the Palisander

Recorder Quartet, and in the month that marks the 70th anniversary of India’s independence from the UK, there is a recital for sitar, tabla and tanpura. The major opening event is Bach's B minor Mass performed from memory by Solomon's Knot.

Free copies of the Festival Diary are available by calling 01539 742620, online at www.ldsm.org.uk, or by post or personal visit to the Festival Office at Stricklandgate House, 92 Stricklandgate, Kendal LA9 4PU. Advance booking opens to Festival Patrons on 22 May, online and postal booking a fortnight later, and by phone (01539 742621) from 14 June.

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Council seeks young volunteers

for the Summer Reading Challenge

Every year, volunteers aged between 14 and 24 help Cumbria Libraries make the Summer Reading Challenge a success across the county. In 2016, approximately 1,500 children in Cumbria engaged in reading over the long school summer holidays as part of the challenge. The council is now seeking to recruit young people to help run the challenge this summer.

Volunteers can offer as much or as little time as they have available – even one day a week would be a massive help. We would ask them to talk to children about the books they have read and assist with running a variety of fun summer activities.

Volunteers will gain lots of new skills and experience to increase their employability and add to UCAS forms. Previous volunteers have reported increases in their confidence, social skills and literacy, as well as taking pride from making such a positive contribution to their local communities.

You don’t have to be the keenest of readers to volunteer. Many previous volunteers have been people who struggled to engage with books

at school, or don’t have many qualifications. Engaging with the challenge has helped them to read more, and as a result developed their skills, knowledge and understanding of the vital role books and learning play in the development of young people.

Further information about this volunteering opportunity, along with an application form, can be found via the council website at www.cumbria. gov.uk/libraries or packs can be picked up at any library in Cumbria.

The closing date for applications is June 30th.

Council confirms

Windermere Ferry position

In response to information circulating on social media, the council is issuing the following statement: "Cumbria County Council would like to make clear the proposed actions to improve customers’ experience while using the Windermere Ferry.

"Currently we are installing additional ticket machines on each side of Windermere to reduce the time it takes to obtain a ticket.

A fixed ticket machine is also in operation on board the ferry to assist

pedestrians to obtain tickets, reducing demand on the on shore ticket machines.

"All of these machines take cash or card (PIN or contactless) payments.

No cash purchases via our staff are possible.

"During summer/autumn 2017 we will continue to improve the payment process with new purpose built machines which are user-friendly and quicker to obtain tickets from.

The existing ticket machines will

be reused at other sites owned by Cumbria County Council. In addition staff on board the ferry will have hand-held payment machines so ferry users can obtain a ticket while on board using card (PIN or contactless) payment, and without leaving their vehicle. No cash payments to staff will be allowed.

"It is expected that the combination of these two proposals along with improved signage and information will ease the existing problems."

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Tickets on sale date announced for

‘Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle’ The dramatic sight of 30 cavalrymen performing intricate manoeuvres and showcasing their skills with javelins and other weapons can be seen in Carlisle on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 July in ‘Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle’. Tickets to attend this unique event celebrating the accession of Hadrian to the Imperial Roman throne 1,900 years ago go on sale from Friday 3 March.

Part of Hadrian’s Cavalry (www. hadrianscavalry.co.uk), a unique exhibition along the full length of Hadrian’s Wall celebrating the cavalry regiments that once guarded the mighty North West frontier of the Roman Empire, Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle, will see a troop of 30 Roman cavalrymen perform together for the first time in over 1,500 years.

Taking place at Bitts Park, Carlisle on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 July, Turma!

Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle will showcase some of the exercises the Roman cavalry would have performed at sites across the Wall, many described by Hadrian himself.

Bill Griffiths, head of programmes for Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums and chair of the Hadrian’s Cavalry steering group, said: “This is a rare chance to see the Roman Cavalry in action. Roman cavalry were famous for their lavishly decorated helmets and body armour. The Cavalry would regularly perform exercises to illustrate their skill and prowess. We are really looking forward to bringing

this Roman display back to life!”

Bitts Park in Carlisle will be transformed into a Roman Cavalry pageant, complete with mini Hadrian’s Wall visitor village. After passing through the recruitment house, audiences will enter a Roman infantry encampment where they will be invited to join separate teams to cheer on the Roman cavalrymen as they compete with each other in the parade ground. Audiences will also be able to meet some of the cavalrymen and their horses to see close-up the ornate armour and dress.

Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle will feature Roman reenactors, exhibitions from across the wall, crafts and food and drink concessions.

Zoe Bottrell, producer of Turma!

Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle, said: “It is a privilege to be working alongside Alan Larsen and his fabulously skilled horses and riders to create the Turma. It is unique and special event to be able to re-create a bit of history, whilst adding a bit of theatre along the way. We hope that audiences will enjoy this remarkable show of skill and pageantry.”

Historically, a turma was a troop of 30 cavalrymen, the basic unit of a Roman cavalry regiment. Turma!

Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle brings to life the training exercises the cavalrymen performed in front of senior officers and sometimes the Emperor himself. The exercises included performing intricate

manoeuvres whilst showcasing their skills with spears and other weaponry.

Teams of cavalrymen competed to receive the Emperor’s praise.

Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle takes place on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 July at Bitts Park, Carlisle. Performance times are 2pm and 6pm on Saturday 1 July and 4pm on Sunday 2 July 2017. Early bird tickets, available until Monday 1 May, cost £6.50 for children and £9.50 for adults. Full price tickets cost £8:00 for children and £12.50 for adults. A special family ticket (two adults, three children) cost £35.

Tickets go on sale at 10:00 on Friday 3 March from www.hadrianscavalry. co.uk/tickets. Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle tickets can also be bought in person at Carlisle Tourist Information Centre and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery.

Turma! Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle ticket holders can also benefit from discounted entry into some Hadrian’s Cavalry exhibition venues and the AD122 Hadrian’s Wall Country bus. For full details visit www.hadrianscavalry.co.uk.

Other cavalry-themed re-enactment events will take place throughout August as part of Hadrian’s Cavalry.

Venues include Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and Museum (5 & 6 August), Great North Museum: Hancock (19 & 20 August) and Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum (27 & 28 August). Additional Romanthemed re-enactment events can be

seen at various English Heritage sites too. For details visit www.englishheritage.org.uk. Turma!

Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle is part of Hadrian’s Cavalry, which opens on Saturday 8 April at 10 museums and heritage attractions along the full 150mile length of

Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site area. The exhibition brings together a unique group of Roman cavalry objects including ornate helmets, armour and weapons on loan from national and international museums; all shown alongside objects from museums across

the Wall. Hadrian’s Cavalry runs until Sunday 10 September 2017.

For more information visit www. hadrianscavalry.co.uk.

Turma!

Hadrian’s Cavalry Charge in Carlisle is funded by Arts Council England, Carlisle City Council and Christian Levett.

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- Accommodation

Iconic classic Lakeland Inn to reopen its doorS

Robinsons Brewery are delighted to announce that the doors to the Queens Head at Troutbeck, in the Lake District, Cumbria will reopen in April 2017 following a 2 million pound investment.

In 2014, the Queens Head was devastated in a fire that resulted in the popular Inn closing for almost three years whilst a full refurbishment programme and rebuild of the damaged areas took place by Robinsons Brewery. The Queens Head, nestles on the side of the Lakeland fells overlooking the Troutbeck Valley, four miles from Ambleside and three miles from Windermere. There are unsurpassed

views of Garburn Pass, High Street and 111 Bell Ridge. The former 17th century coaching Inn boasts an eclectic mix of ancient Cumbrian and contemporary decor alongside it’s iconic four poster bar.

The brand-new Queens Head will feature a large drinking area with cosy and secluded dining areas, with focus being around the three original real fireplaces which are being lovingly restored. The bar will feature a great range of real ales, craft beers, premium lagers, wines and awardwinning spirits with a focus on the Queens Head’s new eye-catching gin range. Renowned for serving some of the finest food in the area, The Queens Head’s new menu will highlight a mixture of hearty classic pub food created with provenance and served with flair.

The menu has been created to include requests from old friends of the pub who have contacted the brewery through Facebook

to make sure their favourite dishes are featured. There are also 10 newlyrefurbished en-suite guest bedrooms named after the iconic Lakeland fells of Great End, Bowfell, Great Gable, Pillar, Helvellyn, Skiddaw, Nethermost, Catstyecam, Scafell Pike and Esk Pike, providing the perfect base for guests to Cumbria and, of course, their four legged companions.

Rooms start from £110 per night, which includes a hearty breakfast.

They can be booked at www. queensheadtroutbeck.pub William Robinson, Managing Director (Pubs Division) for Robinsons Brewery said: “It’s no easy feat restoring such a historic pub. It was of the utmost importance that we worked closely with the local council to ensure the most authentic restoration of the original building’s fabric. The Queens Head has never been a case of ‘reinventing the wheel’ and it will pick right up where it left off – a cosy, family friendly pub where you can enjoy a pint, a great night’s stay, and a warm, hearty meal.

The outpouring of support from local residents and previous customers has been brilliant and we can’t wait to welcome them back to the Queens Head.”

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Enjoy the spectacular Lake District

with the help of the ‘Super Six’

If you are looking for the ideal day trip or short break, head to the Lake District to experience the great outdoors at its very best , packed full of fun and adventure.

The Lake District ‘super six’ attractions are a unique group of leading family attractions located in this beautiful National Park.

A whole range of activities such as a steam railway, aquarium, motor museum, historic house with adventure play and the famous World of Beatrix Potter Attraction.

All these fantastic attractions are perfectly linked together by the area’s leading way to explore England’s largest lake, Windermere Lake Cruises. A trip on a Windermere Lake Cruises ‘steamer’ is a quintessential Lake District experience which is an idyllic way to sit back and enjoy the backdrop of the iconic mountains,

wooded shoreline and miles of rolling countryside and the 18 small islands dotted around Windermere. You can sail from eight lakeside locations, with over 100 daily sailings.

VisitEngland ranks Windermere Lake Cruises in the top ten of the countries paid for visitor attractions.

You can enjoy an on-board commentary explaining more about the fascinating landscape, heritage and wildlife around Windermere.

The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway provide a really special experience stepping from boat to train at the lovely Lakeside connecting platform.

Travel back in time when you climb aboard this steam train with distant memories of bygone years for some and an exciting new experience for others in the picturesque Leven Valley at the southern end of

Windermere. Travel from Lakeside to the Haverthwaite station on the scenic 18 minute journey and enjoy the views from your carriage whilst experiencing this fabulous journey.

On arrival at Haverthwaite why not take a break from your travels and enjoy the warm, welcoming and nostalgic surroundings of the Station Restaurant.

Then explore the station, engine sheds, picnic areas, play area and a great little woodland walk. A short stroll from Haverthwaite Station, (or short bus ride from Lakeside, included in any of the combined attraction tickets) you can head further down memory lane to the Lakeland Motor Museum and feast your eyes on a fabulous collection including 140 classic cars and motorbikes, all carefully assembled over the last 50 years. In total, the Lakeland

Motor Museum offers 30,000 exhibits for visitors to enjoy. Star exhibits include the Isle of Man TT Tribute Exhibition and the Campbell Bluebird Exhibition. Nestled in the scenic Leven Valley and open seven days a week, the Museum isn’t just about cars. The entire collection is presented in a social context, with a host of rarities to awaken some special motoring memories.

The Lakes Aquarium is also situated at Lakeside and brings you face to face with a vast array of creatures from the furthest reaches of the globe – from fierce piranha and dainty seahorses, to menacing pike and diving ducks.

The huge “Morecambe Bay” marine tank brings you so close to huge Cod, Rays and British Sharks that you could actually reach out and touch.

From the underwater tunnel, you can see the incredible diving ducks and be stunned by the huge carp, starlet and perch swimming overhead.

Lurking at the bottom of the tank you may discover the colossal wels catfish, the biggest of which is 6ft long. Back in Bowness The World of Beatrix Potter™ is a vibrant family attraction, bringing to life all 23 enchanting stories in a magical recreation of the beautiful Lake District countryside.

The exhibition features favourite characters from the famous books including Peter Rabbit and Mrs Tiggy-winkle, and the quaint outdoor Peter Rabbit Garden offers visitors a timeless view of Mr. McGregor’s vegetable patch. Children can enjoy a free activity sheet whilst grown ups absorb themselves in Miss Potter’s history in the fascinating virtual world and interactive area.

With a superb character-themed family friendly café and a fantastic gift shop, all generations of visitors can experience a little bit of Beatrix Potter magic, whatever the weather!

Just a short cruise from Bowness

on board one of Windermere Lake Cruises’ 16 vessels, a day out at Brockhole on Windermere is a great option. If the children are feeling more adventurous, here they can even swing or bounce through ancient woodland on Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets. Down by the lakeshore, you can hire kayaks and rowing boats, or catch the cruise boat across the lake.

There’s also archery, bike hire, pony rides and play mini golf on offer.

The perfect way to relax after all the

adventure is by taking in the stunning lake views towards the distant Langdale Pikes at the terrace café, while enjoying local ales and dishes.

There’s also a well-stocked gift shop and ever changing exhibition space to enjoy indoors.

The beauty of the super six is not just the surrounding landscape and majesty of Windermere but the seamless link between these wonderful attractions which ensure any visit, however long, will become a treasured memory forever.

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Three Lochs voted Britain’s best Holiday Park

Scottish outdoors attractions

When you become a holiday home owner at Three Lochs Holiday Park, not only will you get the keys to your caravan or lodge, you will also open the door to a fantastic new lifestyle and automatic entry to a world where family bonds are strong, friendships endure and kids enjoy a childhood where bikes rule and getting dirty is law. At Three Lochs, everyone is so busy having fun that electronic devices, mobile phones and social media don’t rule the roost. Three Lochs offers a healthier lifestyle in a breathtaking environment where you can enjoy peace and relaxation or action and adventure, depending on what you are looking for.

Three Lochs is situated in a quiet corner of Dumfries and Galloway at the edge of the famous Galloway Forest. Set against a dramatic backdrop of fishing lochs and sprawling woodland, Three Lochs is the perfect destination for those looking for a holiday home of their own with so much going on, you’ll never have to have a dull moment!

There’s a huge range of activities available including, three fully stocked fishing lochs, archery, airgun and clay pigeon shooting, nine-hole golf course, cycle hire, horse riding, indoor swimming pool, jet-ski, two children’s playgrounds, sandpit and beautiful marked walking trails in and around the park. If you don’t want to venture far you don’t have

to as everything you need is on site. There’s a shop, laundry and our ‘Duck or Grouse’ family bar/a la carte restaurant serving home cooked meals and a great range of wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks.

However if you do fancy a change, the nearest town of Newton Stewart, is a twenty -minute drive away with shops, cinema, restaurants, bars and plenty of tourist attractions. So if you’ve been thinking about a holiday home of your own, don’t think any

longer, just come and see us! We have a range of fantastic pre-owned and new caravans and lodges from £12,995 with site fees included until March 2018 and various finance plans available. All holiday homes come with a deck – perfect from which to enjoy the stunning views, relax with a morning coffee or watch the sun go down. With a season stretching for eleven months including Christmas and Hogmanay, you get enormous value for your site fees and if you want to, you can rent out your caravan or lodge and make it pay for itself.

So if we’ve tickled your taste buds and you want to find out more, give us a call for details or to arrange a visit to see the park and the facilities. Don’t delay it could be the best phone call you ever make! Three Lochs – 01671 830304 or call Pete – 07787 298061 or by email enquiries@3lochs.co.uk. www 3lochs.co.uk. If you aren’t looking to buy a holiday home why not come and stay with us? We welcome holiday guests in our fleet of static caravan and luxury lodges.

Tents, tourers and motorhomes are also welcome. Give us a call for details or to book your next break.

Two of Scotland’s most outstanding outdoors attractions have beaten stiff competition from top visitor destinations across the UK to win 2017 BBC Countryfile Magazine Awards.

Abernethy Forest, Strathspey, Highlands has been named Nature Reserve of The Year in the prestigious annual national awards which are now in their sixth year and celebrate the best of the British countryside, from its great heritage attractions and favourite holiday destinations to its most stunning nature reserves and finest rural pubs. The stunning reserve of ancient Caledonian pines overlooked by the snow-capped Cairngorms was called “unmissable” by Radio 4 presenter, naturalist and author Brett Westwood who nominated it. Readers of BBC Countryfile Magazine clearly agreed, voting it ahead of runner-up the Farne Islands, off the coast of Northumberland. Abernethy Forest - which boasts mountain, moorland and forest landscapes where a host of wildlife including yellow siskins, crossbills, squirrels and the Loch Garten ospreys can be seen – was described by Brett Westwood as: “A worthy winner. Who wouldn’t be seduced by the sunlight filtering through ancient pines, the promise of capercaillies, crested tits and pine martens, all against the majestic backdrop of the Cairngorms?”

Inverewe Gardens in Wester Ross is Scotland’s second 2017 BBC Countryfile Magazine Awards winner.

Taking the title Garden of The Year, the beautiful Inverewe benefits from mild temperatures brought in by the Gulf Stream. In 1892, landowner Osgood MacKenzie’s ambitious plans to create a garden from windswept moorland on a rocky peninsula beside Loch Ewe raised a few eyebrows. His vision was to be paid off spectacularly though as he successfully transformed 49 acres which now bloom with flamboyant plants from around the world.Described as a ‘sub-tropical paradise overlooking Loch Ewe’ by garden designer and ‘Gardeners’ World’ presenter Joe Swift who nominated it, Inverewe Gardens also captured the imagination of Countryfile Magazine readers whose votes enabled it to pip another subtropical beauty, coastal Trebah Garden in Cornwall, to the winning post. Another Scottish triumph is celebrated in the Wildlife Success of The Year, won by conservation projects to return the Eurasian beaver from extinction in the UK after 400 years. Reintroduced on the Knapdale Estate in Argyll through The Scottish Beaver Trial - a big opportunity for both the environment and wildlife tourism, according to The Scottish Wildlife Trust. – the beaver has now received official recognition as a native species in Scotland whilst in England, a wild breeding population has been developed on the River Otter in East Devon. More than 57,000 votes were cast in this year’s awards which featured 12 categories

and nominees from all over the UK selected by some of the country’s most respected travel, nature and outdoors writers and broadcasters.

In addition to Abernethy Forest and Inverewe Gardens there were eight Scottish nominees – of which five came second in their categories. Isle of Mull was runner-up for Holiday Destination of the Year, with the Northumberland Coast taking the coveted title for 2017. Skara Brae, Orkney was runner-up for Heritage Site of the Year, which was won by Durham Cathedral. Balephuil Bay, Tiree, Argyll & The Isles was runnerup for Beach of the Year, won by Embleton Bay in Northumberland.

The Stein Inn, Waternish, Skye shared the runner-up position with theThe Earle Arms, Norfolkfor Country Pub of The Year, won by Crosskeys Inn, County Antrim.

Orkney-set ‘The Outrun’ by Amy Liptrot was runner-up for Book of the Year, won by ‘Fingers in the Sparkle Jar’ by Chris Packham. The other Scottish nominees were:Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park for National Park of the Year,Seacliff near North Berwick, East Lothian forBeach of the Yearand Bass Rock, Fife image ‘Gannet Glory’ by Ken Lewis as Reader Photo of the Year.

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Help your community flourish with an entry

into the 2017 Cumbria in Bloom Awards Entries are now open for this year’s ‘Cumbria in Bloom, Pride in Your Community’ Awards and tourism businesses are being urged to make their mark on the competition by 30th April 2017.

For over 30 years, Cumbria in Bloom has been encouraging people to make visual improvements to their surroundings for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.

With the outcome of the Lake District’s bid for UNESCO World Heritage status expected this summer, there’s never been a better time to spruce up Cumbria’s horticultural delights and showcase this inspirational ‘cultural landscape’.

Cumbria Tourism is backing the awards, with three special categories for the county’s tourism businesses to take part in: • Visitor attractions, tourist information centres,

The Diaz Academy of

Performing Arts

Fridays from 4:30pm – 6:30pm For Children Aged 8 – 16 Years Starting Friday 9th September!

Come Find Us At Chester Music Theatre, On Tarvin Road, Boughton, In Chester The Diaz Academy of Performing Arts (The DAPA) is an exciting new Stage School in Chester, with a vision of promoting artistic individuality and confidence in performance. It covers an exciting balance of Drama, Dance and Music, as well as the opportunity to achieve LAMDA qualifications.

The provides a platform for pupils to develop a passion for the Performing

Arts as well as the foundations to grow as self-assured, sociable and creative individuals.

At The Diaz Academy of Performing Arts, for a supplementary cost, each year we will structure sessions to cover The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) examinations for pupils who are interested in gaining qualifications related to the Performing Arts. Pupils who enter for LAMDA exams with us are supported and encouraged throughout their journey and experience with tailored sessions for each individual need.

Testimonials “The Diaz Academy of Performing Arts has really boosted my confidence” Pupil. “My child has excelled at Drama in school, The Diaz Academy of Performing Arts have done an amazing job with him!”

Parent. “The teachers at The Diaz Academy of Performing Arts are professional and approachable, they create a fantastic atmosphere for all the children” Parent.

Contact us: Steven Diaz, Artistic Director – 07714 919 470 E-mail: steven@the-dapa.co.uk Website: the-dapa.co.uk

caravan parks, and self-catering providers can compete for the Rose Bowl.

• Hotels can showcase their floral delights in a bid for the Jackie Sanderson Trophy.

• B&Bs and guesthouses face a

botanic battle for the Cumbria Tourism Chairman’s Trophy.

Also, new to this year is the Greening Grey Britain for Wildlife award, which is open to entries from tourism businesses, schools and neighbourhood groups. Some of the

2016 winners include: The World of Beatrix Potter (Rose Bowl), The Willowsmere Bed & Breakfast (Cumbria Tourism Chairman’s Trophy), Lakeside Hotel & Spa and Cedar Manor Hotel (Joint winners of Jackie Sanderson Trophy).

Step Aboard FLOATING GRACE and join the Skipper Peter Kenny and his wife Carol for the warmest of welcomes. Our 50 Passenger floating restaurant and licensed bar is available for business events and family occasions including birthdays, anniversarys, weddings & christenings.

FLOATING GRACE is berthed right in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, at the Famous Albert Dock.

After a short safety brief, we depart our berth and set sail, whilst out top chef Alan Wafer is busy preparing your food we head east then south under Gower Street Bridge into Wapping Basin, passing the Big Wheel and Duke’s Dock entrance.

Then we cruise into Wapping Dock; on the east side, you can see the beautiful East & West Quay apartments, which were originally dock warehouses when the docks were operational.

Looking west, we pass Staybridge Hotel and the Jurys Inn; we can also see Liverpool’s Echo Arena and the BT Convention Centre. As we proceed under Queens Wharf Bridge

into Queens Dock, to the east we pass the Campanile Hotel, Leo’s Casino and the Dolby Hotel, to the west, we see the recently closed Customs & Excise VAT and Tax Office, now exclusive apartments.

A bit further along to the west of Queens Dock is the Liverpool Watersports Centre, where waterborne sports like Canoeing, Dragon Boat Racing, competitive rowing and wakeboarding take place.

Heading south and passing under Mariners Wharf Bridge, we enter Coburg Dock, the start of the Liverpool Marina; here you see some of Liverpool’s amazing Yachts and Cruisers, fantastic boats of all shapes and sizes. Full steam ahead… past the Yacht Club Bar and Restaurant into Brunswick Dock, where the rest of the 500 Boats & Yachts are berthed; this is also part of the Liverpool Marina. Continuing south, we pass the Brunswick Lock entrance, that leads to the famous River Mersey, and to the east we can see HMS Eaglet, the Royal Naval Reserve and Royal Marine Reserve. We then turn

about, and head north through the Docks at a leisurely cruise, returning to Salthouse Dock, where our journey started.

For the Finale, we sail under Hartley Bridge into the famous Albert Dock, home of some of Liverpool’s finest Bars and Restaurants: PanAm, The Smugglers Cove, Revolution, Blue Bar, Circo and the Pump House.

On board we have a PA System, playing light background music, whilst one of our crew provides a historical account of our Seven Docks Cruise.

Why not try a Sunday lunch at £25 per head or an evening three course meal at only £35 per head.Booking is essential as the fresh ingredients are sourced locally to order!

We are now taking bookings for Christmas office parties, Association cruises and Christmas meal cruises.

For all enquiries and bookings please call Peter on 07540 373838.

“What A Way To See All of South Liverpool’s Amazing Docks… A Truly Fantastic Unique Experience To Be Enjoyed…”

FLOATING GRACE

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Land of legends:

places to see

What makes a legendary place?

It’s more than just people and buildings. Just about every lake, rock and hill in Wales comes with its own legend attached.

Over the centuries, history and mythology have become intertwined - and that’s the way we like it.

We make no apologies for having legends around every corner; we’re swimming in legendary people and places! But if you’re thinking ‘Well… where do I start?’ here’s a snapshot of places where you can start your Welsh adventure.

1.) Yr Ysgwrn (Hedd Wyn’s birthplace). Hedd Wyn was the penname of the great poet Ellis Evans, who died in battle in World War 1. In 2017 the National Eisteddfod, held in Anglesey, remembers the centenary of his death and his birthplace ‘Yr Ysgwrn’ in Snowdonia unveils its new look and visitor centre. Visitors can also see ‘Y Gadair Ddu – The Black Chair’, the Bardic chair which was famously draped in a black cloth when it was revealed that he had been killed in battle some weeks before the chairing ceremony.

2.) Caernarfon Castle. This huge Norman fortress in North Wales was

designed to evoke the romance of the Roman Empire and Macsen Wledig (Magnus Maximus), the 4th-century warrior who dreamed of (and later married) a Welsh princess. The castle, sits grandly in a harbor-side position, a short stroll from the epic ‘Black Boy Inn’, a historic Caernarfon coaching Inn where you can sup a pint and listen to the melodic Welsh language all around you.

3.) Beddgelert. This is the name of one of Snowdonia’s prettiest villages, meaning ‘Gelert’s grave’, after Llywelyn the Great’s trusty dog Gelert, who saved Llywelyn’s baby son from a wolf. The faithful old dog was slain in an unfortunate case of mistaken identity. You may wish to take a hankie when you read the full story.

4.) Bardsey Island.

Bardsey is said to be the resting place of 20,000 saints, who share this beautiful North Wales island where grey seals bask on rocks and wildlife is abundant. The Welsh name for Bardsey (Ynys Enlli) means ‘island of the currents’ and it’s a great place for day trips. Just hop on a boat from Aberdaron or Pwllheli and sail to the place where Christians

have been travelling to since the 6th century, when St Cadfan established a monastery on the island.

5.) Cantre’r Gwaelod At low tide the remains of an ancient sunken forest appear in the sands of Borth and Ynyslas in Ceredigion.

Situated at the gateway of Dyfi National Nature Reserve, the sight of 4,000 year old oak, pine and birch trees peeping through the sand is an arresting sight.

According to legend, this is the lost land of Cantre’r Gwaelod. The poet J.J Williams wrote of this legendary place: ‘And as the sandy silence stays with me till I sleep, the bells of Cantre’r Gwaelod are ringing in the deep…’

6.) St Davids The 12th century cathedral, built from dusky purple sandstone, is one of Wales’ most iconic religious sites and sits tucked away near the River Alun. So legendary is this site, that in the 12th century the Pope decreed that two pilgrimages to St Davids in Pembrokeshire were equal to a trip to Rome, and three matched one to Jerusalem. The legacy of Saint David (the man) lives on every 1st March in Wales – a day of concerts,

eisteddfodau (festivals of literature, music and performance) and parades.

7.) Twm Siôn Cati’s Cave Twm Siôn Cati was a 16th century folk hero, trickster and con-artist similar to Robin Hood. Born in Tregaron in Ceredigion, his exploits led to him hiding from the long arm of the law before eventually being pardoned by the queen.

During his bandit career, Twm hid himself and his booty in this cave half way up a steep hillside overlooking the beautiful RSPB GwenffrwdDinas nature reserve. You can see a copy of his will at the Red Kite Centre and even follow the Twm Siôn Cati trail in Tregaron.

8.) Pennard Castle Swansea is choc-full of legendary smugglers tales and creepy castles. At Pennard, there are whisperings that the castle lord made the fatal error of annoying the local fairies, who took their revenge by swamping the fortress in sand.

The castle ruins now perch on the edge of Pennard Pill, which leads down to stunning Three Cliffs Bay. You may have to scramble up sandy hills to reach the top but it’s hands down one of the finest views you

will see at any castle in the UK, with sweeping sea and bay views across to Penmaen Burrows.

9.) Llyn y Fan Fach Llyn y Fan Fach lies at a lake below the peak of Black Mountain in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

It's home to the beautiful Lady of the Lake, who married a local farm lad.

Their sons became the first of many generations of herbalists and healers, know as the Physicians of Myddfai.

It’s thought the myth of Llyn y Fan Fach inspired another famous tale – the Arthurian legend of the Lady of the Lake and Excalibur. Nowadays

the lake is a great spot for wild swimming and paddling.

10.) Llanddwyn Island St Dwynwen was unlucky in love.

So she went to live as a nun on Llanddwyn Island, North Wales, where she prayed for true lovers to have better luck than she did.

And so St Dwynwen became the Welsh patron saint of lovers, whose day we honour every year of 25th January, very much like Valentine’s Day. Her home, Llanddwyn, is one of the most wildly romantic spots in Wales and a great stop-off spot for an Anglesey adventure.

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Three new winners as team work leads to Blue Flag and Seaside Awards success for beaches in Cornwall

Once again seven Cornish beaches will be flying Blue Flags this summer with Cornwall receiving one of the largest number of Blue Flag and Seaside Awards in the country.

Prestigious Blue Flags, the international standard for the best beaches in the world, will be flying this season at Cornwall Council’s Gyllyngvase in Falmouth; Porthminster and Porthmeor in St Ives; Polzeath; Porthtowan; Trevone and Widemouth, near Bude. All seven have also been successful in their bid for a Seaside Award.

Porth near Newquay, Crooklets and Summerleaze in Bude have been successful in once again winning Keep Britain Tidy’s own Seaside Award for the beaches that meet the very highest standards for cleanliness and facilities. Winning Seaside Awards for the very first time are Perranporth beach, Great Western, Newquay and Sennen Cove. The awards have been sponsored by Sharp’s Brewery Limited with Cornwall Council coordinating the applications, and the work required to make sure that the beaches reach the exacting standards required to win made possible through the efforts of community groups, beach champions and local businesses. Sharp’s Brewery, based in Rock, Cornwall has played a key role in sponsoring the Blue Flag initiative and Seaside Awards. This year 5p from every pint of Sharp’s limited edition beers: Two Tides, Rye Rock, Dawn Patrol, Fathoms Deep and Doom Bar Reserve, will be contributed to the prestigious Blue Flag initiative. James Nicholls, Senior Brand Manager at Sharp’s Brewery, said: "With Sharp’s Brewery being

based in Rock, North Cornwall, the coastline and our beaches are deeply important to us. We are delighted to have supported the Blue Flag initiative over the last two years and raising over £28,000 through sales of our exceptional, limited release beers. We are extremely proud to be supporting the coastal community again, helping these beautiful beaches obtain and retain the prestigious Blue Flag status and Seaside Awards that they so highly deserve. The Blue Flag Initiative does a fantastic job of supporting beaches and communities in coastal areas, and we are pleased to

be supporting the charity again within our heartland of Cornwall."

Cornwall Council Strategic Director for Neighbourhoods Paul Masters said: “It is fantastic to see what can be achieved when sponsors, local beach champions and the Council work together to achieve these really excellent results for Cornwall. It’s great to see how everyone has stepped up to support their beaches. It is not just the cost of the application itself which needs to be factored in but all the work that needs to be carried out for a beach to be worthy of a Blue Flag or Seaside Award. The sponsorship

and practical efforts of all concerned, which has helped Cornwall Council to make the applications, is to be applauded.”

Malcolm Bell, Chief Executive, Visit Cornwall said: “This is great news for local residents and our visitors it show the quality of these beaches and give people the reassurance on the excellence of the beaches and bathing waters. A huge thanks you for all those involved and to Sharp’s Brewery for supporting the awards."

Lee Gamble from Newquay Adventure Ltd said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have won a

Seaside Award for Great WesternNewquay’s original surfing beach!

We’re hugely excited to have taken on the task of looking after the beach and restoring it to its former glory.

Central to our plan is our commitment to sustainability. We’re working with a number of amazing organisations and individuals, including BeachCare, #2minutebeachclean and the beach team at Cornwall Council, to look at ways we can introduce sustainable practices throughout the beach- to cover visitors’ entire beach experience. This includes a new café with compostable tumblers and tableware, signage with eco-related infographics, an onsite composter, water conservation, and the removal of marine waste. And now we get to celebrate all this with an award!

We’ll be honoured to fly the Seaside Award flag high over Great Western.”

A spokesperson for Perranzabuloe Parish Council said: “We are pleased and proud to have received the Seaside Award for Perranporth Beach. The beach is a central part of the community and much loved by residents and visitors alike, who have voted it the No. 1 in Cornwall on TripAdvisor. We would like to thank

the range of agencies, businesses and individuals who work together to help to look after this beautiful and precious beach, making it a safe and special place to enjoy.” Staying safe and top tips on enjoying our beautiful award winning beaches are available from BeachWise.

Launched last summer, BeachWise includes beach safety advice and useful information from a range of partners including Cornwall Council, Environment Agency, Keep Britain Tidy, Marine Conservation Society, RNLI, South West Coast Path Association, South West Water, Surf Life Saving Great Britain and Visit Cornwall. Malcolm Bell, who is Chairman of the BeachWise Forum as well as Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, said: “All of our partner organisations, in one way or another, are involved in promoting and protecting our beaches and coastal waters and want to encourage residents and visitors to enjoy them in safety. However, with so many different sources of useful information it’s not always easy for people to know where to look it. We therefore joined forces to put all that information in one place, displayed in a fun and interactive way: BeachWise.

Take the Ultimate

Undersea Safari

Enjoy close encounters with seahorses, tropical sharks, stingrays, giant octopus, dwarf caiman and hundreds of incredible aquatic creatures. Over 40 naturally themed habitats take you on a fantastic journey from Cornish waters to exotic seas. Come face to face with freshwater turtles, watch pulsating jellyfish and meet amazing pufferfish!

At the Aquarium’s heart is the ocean tank where an underwater tunnel offers stunning views of tropical sharks and shoals of colourful fish.

A full programme of entertaining talks and feeding displays takes place throughout the day.

Blue Reef is family friendly with under 3’s admitted free. It’s easily accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs (for further information

on disabled access, please call us prior to your visit).

Complete your day out with a relaxing break in our ocean view café and a visit to our innovative themed gift shop.

We look forward to welcoming you soon Blue Reef Aquarium, Towan Promenade, Newquay, Cornwall Town Centre Car Parks: SAT NAV: TR7 1TD, TR7 1BD, TR7 1HR, TR7 2AZ Telephone: 01637 878134 W: www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk E: newquay@bluereefaquarium. co.uk Open daily from 10am Please visit website or call us on 01637 878134 for latest information on opening times.

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If you're looking for some action while you're

in Cornwall then Adrenalin Quarry is it

The rides and activities are unique and great value, all wrapped up in a spectacular free-to-enter quarry.

Choose from The Zip, The Giant Swing, Axe Throwing, Coasteering & The Blob, Wild in the Woods (Hammock Camping) and even a Cliff Diving Academy! If that's not enough there's an 800m outdoor Kart

circuit inside the same site that runs junior, intermediate and adult Karts.

Book Coasteering, Axe Throwing and their BBQ's, just turn up for the rest.

Wild Swimming, Sunbathing, BBQ's, Picnics, Pasties, Cakes & Ice Cream, plus a huge lawn by a lake for kids to play on and a marquee for shade......... take a picnic, lay a blanket down by

the water. You can eat on the viewing platforms, or on the pontoon as well as the lawn.

Try wild swimming! Find the world’s smallest beach, dive off the floating platform or just dip your toes in the water. Join the locals there on a sunny day chilling, swimming and eating.

Locally sourced Cornish pasties, cakes and ice cream plus natural fruit ice lollies........ what's not to like?

You can go mad and book a BBQ, cook great food on charcoal and eat it

down by the lake. (Just choose a date and time to pick it up, they'll do the rest) When you come they'll give you everything you need for an epic BBQ, right down to the napkins.

Be a star in the show with a video pass: they'll film your rides as you fly, you can watch them anywhere. See yourself on their big screens, on your phone or when you get home.

Check out www.adrenalinquarry. co.uk, search them out on FB and @ adrenalinquarry, decide for yourself!

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Value drives Algarve towards

another record golf year

The Algarve continues to exceed golf visitor records after a flying start to 2017, while it has also retained its place as the best value holiday destination for UK tourists.

The region is widely-regarded as Europe’s number one golf destination with 43 fabulous courses and hit an all-time high for golf visitors numbers in 2016 with almost 1.3m rounds throughout the year – an increase of more than 10 per cent on its previous record in 2015.

But the surge has continued into 2017 and the sights are now set on another new record after nearly 328,000 rounds were played in the first quarter of the year – another six per cent rise on last year’s figures.

Aside from the quality of the golf courses, the hospitality and the fabulous climate, golfers also know they can expect exceptional value for money as, according to the recent Post Office Holiday Costs Barometer, the Algarve is the best value holiday destination throughout the eurozone once again for 2017.

The Algarve was one of 14 beach resorts in the eurozone surveyed by the Post Office for price checks on meals, drinks and other holiday essentials, coming out on top of the pile for British holidaymakers on a budget.

Visitors know that prices for meals and drinks – one of the biggest costs for tourists – do not come any cheaper

Gleneagles voted ‘Best Golf

Resort in the World’ for

unprecedented sixth successive year

Gleneagles, the iconic Scottish fivestar hotel, has been voted ‘Best Golf Resort in the World’ for an unprecedented sixth successive year by readers of Ultratravel, the Telegraph’s luxury travel magazine, and visitors to the telegraph.co.uk website.

Readers were asked to vote for their favourite travel experiences in 19 categories, with Gleneagles taking the top golf award ahead of Pebble Beach Resorts and Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, USA; St. Andrews Links, Scotland and La Manga Resort in Spain.

Bernard Murphy, Gleneagles’ Managing Director, commented: “We continually strive to offer all our guests an industry-leading experience and prestigious awards such as this – voted for by our customers – underline the quality of our worldclass golf facilities and the dedication of the whole Gleneagles team.”

This latest accolade comes as the 850-acre Perthshire estate prepares to host two significant events over the next two years, The 2018 European

Golf Team Championships and The 2019 Solheim Cup. The award also coincides with the completion of a detailed renovation project on The King’s and The Queen’s courses.

The King’s Course, the #1 inland course in Scotland*, which will celebrate its centenary in 2019, has been taken back to James Braid’s original design vision last year, and similar work was undertaken last winter on The Queen’s Course.

Gary Silcock, Director of Golf at Gleneagles, added: “Following completion of the work, our courses are in fantastic condition for the 2017 golf season.

“The experience customers receive when they visit continues to be second to none and, with three criticallyacclaimed 18-hole championship courses to choose from, Gleneagles remains, quite simply, a golfer’s paradise.”

For further information about Gleneagles and its current golf and stay and play packages, visit: www. gleneagles.com, or telephone: +44 (0)1764 662231.

than along the stunning Algarve coastline, which can make a huge difference to holiday costs.

Maria Manuel Delgado e Silva, ATA golf product manager, said: “Last year was a hugely successful year for everyone associated with our golf tourism industry but it’s fantastic to see this continue into 2017.

“Our guests know they can be assured of enjoying top-quality golf courses and can expect friendly and the very best in service whenever they visit. It remains our ambition to provide the very best in hospitality, accommodation and the whole golf experience and we look forward to welcoming many more visitors throughout the rest of the year.”

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Cool Iceland is hot stuff

with visiting golfers

Popular as a short-break destination, Iceland is now wowing overseas golfers.

There are 65 golf courses spread around the volcanic island – 16 offering 18 holes and two with 27 holes – and golf is second only to football as its most popular sport.

Foreign golfers are increasingly being attracted by its green fairways. Almost 4,000 visitors played golf in 2016, a big increase on 2015, and while half of them played only one round 27% played five or more rounds.

Despite its proximity to the Arctic Circle, Iceland’s golf season lasts six months on average, and seven months in the south. Some courses near the coast can be played most of the year and there was even a golf tournament in northern city Akureyri, the world’s most northerly 18-hole golf course, in the middle of December!

Golf Iceland chairman Magnus Oddsson said: “We have over 16,000 members in the Icelandic Golf Union, which is about 5% of Iceland’s total population, but according to surveys about 30,000 Icelanders say they play golf.

“But we have so many courses, all of them open to public and during the midsummer months open 24 hours!

Only 330,000 people live in Iceland and we are number one in Europe regarding courses per capita, so we have a lot of available tee times for visitors.”

Golf Iceland was established in 2008 when the country’s courses and tourism sector joined forces to

create an organisation to promote and market its golf internationally.

“IAGTO helped us with the first steps and made a marketing plan for us,” said Oddsson. “The number of foreign golfers visiting our courses has increased over those years, but it took some time to get the messages out, that golfers can play in nature on 65 courses around the island – in fact to make people believe that there are good golf courses in Iceland!

“We have had a very good increase and in 2016 we were up about 50% compared with 2015. Almost 4,000 visitors played golf in 2016 and over 10,000 rounds were sold to foreign golfers last summer.”

IAGTO Chief Executive Peter Walton said: “Very much like the destination itself, Icelandic golf is often spectacular! There are a number of high quality courses that will appeal to avid golfers and trophy hunters, as

well as golfers who love to experience unique and interesting environments with some tremendous views. We nicknamed the excellent Kellir Golf Course near Reykjavik ‘Lava-Links’ because the front nine negotiates its way through lava fields, transforming to a true links experience on the back nine. The Grafarholt and Oddur golf courses are also close to Reykjavik and are well worth playing for those visiting the capital.”

Walton added: “Playing golf among volcanoes and even within ancient volcanic craters, such as on Heimaey in the Westman Islands, or within sight of angry towering geysers is not an every-day occurrence, which is why they live long in the memory.

Interestingly, most courses in Iceland offer a special rate for couples which is significantly less that the cost of two green fees.” For more information, visit www.golficeland.org

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Bowland opens its doors

for Brewery Tours

Bowland Brewery has officially opened its doors to the public for brewery tours.

The brewery, based at Holmes Mill in Clitheroe and owned by James’ Places, offers visitors a chance to see a fully operational brewery as well as an opportunity to share enthusiasm for beer. Scheduled tours run on Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesday at 11am and 1.30pm.

Tours for groups of eight of more at other times (Monday-Saturday during

the Beer Hall opening hours) can be organised by prior arrangement. Said sales manager, Angela Edney: “We’re delighted to be able to offer these tours to the public in the Bowland Brewery’s new home as part of a £10 million transformation. “Between them, our guide, sales manager and head brewer have 80 years brewing expertise under their belts. They are excited to share their passion for real ale, and brewing with others.

Visitors can also enjoy The Beer

Hall afterwards if they wish.” Tour tickets include a 45 minute guided tour, tasters of Bowland Ale and the option of food, and start from £10.00 per person. To purchase a ticket, please call Angela on 01200 443 562 or email sales@bowlandbrewery.com Beer buffs can also join the Bowland Beer Club which grants access to special offers and exclusive discounts on Bowland Ales at Holmes Mill, The Shireburn Arms and the Waddington Arms. Members are also informed of

Great British Food Festival announce

tastecard as Headline Sponsor

The Great British Food Festival has announced popular dining discount card, tastecard, as the festivals headline sponsor for 2017.

Food Festival Director, Daniel Maycock said, ‘We are so pleased to have tastecard on board for our 2017 events!

The brand is a great fit for us, being synonymous with good food and dining out and their exhibition stand is going to be lots of fun! We’re sure people will really enjoy what tastecard will bring to the events and we are very much looking forward to working with them.’

Matt Turner, founder and CEO of tastecard, added: ‘We are very excited

to be headline sponsors at the nine Great British Food Festivals. As the UK’s largest diner’s club, we’re pleased that we’ll be able to feature alongside a range of other great food and drink exhibitors. We’ve got lots of interesting things up our sleeve for all attendees who visit our stand and engage with our social channels across all of the festivals. There’s even the chance to win from lots of brilliant prizes, so we’re really looking forward to seeing everyone.’

More than ‘just another food festival’, The Great British Food Festival combines the nation’s love of great food and drink with some of the country’s most treasured locations,

providing a unique opportunity to explore new flavours and beautiful venues, all at the same time.

This year there are some extraordinary venues, with nine events in total being held, including National Trust and English Heritage sites, and the events expect to have a total footfall of over 150,000 people!

The food festivals start at Stonyhurst College in Lancashire on the 21st April and end after a tour around the England, with their final event in Cheshire on the 23rd September.

The full calendar of events and locations can be found on their brand new website, www. greatbritishfoodfestival.com.

events taking place at Holmes Mill and the latest beers available in the Beer Hall. To join the Beer Club, visit www.bowlandbrewery.com/beer-club and fill in your details.

James' Places is currently conducting the £10m redevelopment of Holmes Mill, a previously derelict, former

textile mill. As well as the brewery, Holmes Mill houses a Beer Hall, café, bakery and multi-use function room.

Further phases of the rejuvenation of the mill will include a hotel and gym.

James' Places portfolio includes The Emporium, Clitheroe, Waddington Arms and Lower Buck in

Waddington, Mitton Hall at Mitton, The Royal Hotel at Kirkby Lonsdale, Eaves Hall, West Bradford, Shireburn Arms at Hurst Green, Falcon Manor, Settle and the Bowland Brewery. All share the same service values and ethos for beautiful surroundings with exceptional food and drink.

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The Great North Swim on Lake Windermere

Low Wood Bay Resort Hotel & Marina

The Great North Swim is the UK's biggest open water swimming event.

This year over 10,000 people are expected to take to the water in a three day festival of swimming at Low Wood Bay Resort Hotel & Marina on Lake Windermere from 10th – 12th June 2016.

Swimmers will take to the water at Low Wood Bay to complete a 1 mile outdoor swim, with a shorter 1/2 mile event as well as a more demanding 2 mile or 5 Kilometre swim.

The swim is a brilliant challenge for all swimming abilities, from Olympic champions to first timers to experience the thrill of open-water swimming.

Highlights will be shown on TV as some of the world’s top swimmers go head-to-head in the elite races or spectators can view the event from Low Wood Bay’s beautiful lawns which host a grandstand seating area overlooking the course and large screens around the event site, family and friends can watch all the action.

Windermere is England’s largest lake at 10.5 miles long (17km), stretching from Ambleside in the North to

Newby Bridge in the South.

Surrounded by some of the nation’s most spectacular natural scenery, the Lake District National Park – Low Wood Bay provides an inspiring outdoor swim venue.

Great North Swim Hotels & Accommodation Low Wood Bay is proud to host

the Great North Swim and we look forward to welcoming participants and supporters to the shore of Lake Windermere. Our reservations team would be happy to assist if you require accommodation to allow you to enjoy the Great North Swim weekend and explore more of the Lake District. If you prefer to be a short distance away

from the event, English Lakes also have other hotels close by. Telephone: 0333 2203 195.

Safety comes first

Relax and enjoy your Great Swim, safe in the knowledge that expert kayakers and safety boats are with you every stroke of the way. Our

advanced safety system also lets us know exactly who is in the water.

Swimmers will set off in waves of approximately 300 every half an hour.

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Brass in the Park

We’ll be hosting an open air concert, as part of a series of brass band concerts across Burnley’s award-winning parks.

The annual Brass in the Parks musical extravaganzas have already started will continue throughout June and beginning of June and July. All concerts run between 2pm-4pm and admission is free of charge.

Stacksteads Band will be performing in Towneley Parkon Sunday, 11th June.

“Brass in the Parks is really the sound of summer and what better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than enjoying an open air concert in beautiful surroundings?”

The concerts have been organised by the council with help from the parks’ friends’ groups.

Lake District’s newest

attraction to open this Summer

In June 2017, the Ravenglass Railway Museum will officially open to the public after undergoing a major, two year, Heritage Lottery-funded redevelopment.

Built on the site of Ravenglass Station, in the West of Cumbria, the new train-shed extension will double the previous museum’s footprint and create a brand-new museum experience.

The museum owns more than 6,000 objects ranging from 15inch gauge locomotives and rolling stock through to uniforms, photographs and historic engineering, but the new development will see these artefacts come to life with interactive exhibitions allowing visitors to not only see the heritage steam locomotives, but to watch how they work and sit in the driving seat too. David Rounce, Project and Activities Manager of the Ravenglass Railway Museum said: “We’re excited for the public to see everything we’ve been working on.

The museum relies entirely on volunteers and over the last year they have worked extensively to restore the stock, much of which is over 100 years old, to make sure it is in working order and in exhibition condition.’

A star attraction will be the steam locomotive ‘Katie’ which ran at Ravenglass in 1916 and has just been restored to working condition for the first time since the 1920s.

The new professionally-designed displays will appeal to the family and enthusiast alike. Exhibits will include a collection of locomotives and rolling stock spanning the line’s opening in 1875 to the present day, including an interactive steam engine exhibit that visitors can operate themselves.

There will also be models and objects telling the story of ‘La’al Ratty’s industrial past as well as the daily life of workers on the railway including their uniforms, ‘bait’ boxes and games to determine if the visitors would be suited to the job.

Thanks to Arts Council PRISM funding, awarded in January 2017, the museum will also boast the restored

‘Big Saloon’ coach which dates back to the opening of the railway to 3ft gauge in 1875, and visitors will be able to hop in and imagine taking a trip up the new line in the 1870s.

Located in the only coastal village in the Lake District, Ravenglass Station is also home to the Ravenglass and Eskdale Stream Railway, or ‘La’al Ratty’; a 7-mile tourist attraction traveling through the Eskdale Valley.

David continued: “As well as attracting tourists from ‘La’al Ratty’ to the museum, we hope it will become something of a community focal point through a programme of changing, community-led, exhibitions, and a

range of curriculum-linked resources for schools are being developed to educate local children about the technology and history not only of the railway, but also life and industry in the area.” There will also be a private archive on the upper level of the new building, for researcher and enthusiasts to book in advance and see intricate artefacts and memorabilia from the heritage railway’s history.

The museum will be open whenever the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is running, which is every day in the summer season. An official opening day and event will be announced soon.

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Fairytales Castles for

your dream wedding

Edinburgh Castle The jewel in the crown of the Edinburgh skyline. It’s difficult to imagine a more dramatic venue for your wedding. Tie the knot in one of Scotland’s most famous landmarks and have a magical wedding day.

Choose from a variety of packages and suites; all of the function rooms are immaculately restored and offer sumptuous surroundings with breathtaking views over Princes Street and Frith of Forth. If you choose to exchange vows in The Gatehouse Suite you’ll also benefit from a private terrace which looks out onto the historic Royal Mile.

Pendennis Castle

This enchanting Castle in Falmouth, Cornwall, commands panoramic views across the sea. Your ceremony will take place in the Tudor Castle Keep surrounded by candles, ancient tapestries and flowers of your choice. Dinner can be served in the impressive Royal Artillery Barracks before which guests can take champagne and canapés on the grassy “chemise.” This magnificent building is at its most striking when it’s floodlit after dark.

Warwick Castle Warwick Castle is a truly majestic venue. Framed by mature sweeping trees and an idyllic lake, you really couldn’t hope for a better backdrop

for your wedding photographs.

The venue is also renowned for its high standard of hospitality and excellent catering facilities. Drinks can be taken in the Peacock Gardens surrounded by fountains.

Your reception can take place in either The Great Hall or the State dining room.

Leeds Castle Despite its name this Castle is actually in Kent. It enjoys a secluded location as it’s marooned on its very own private island in the middle of the River Len. The Castle is exquisitely decorated and also has an aviary, small golf course and even a maize to keep your guests amused.

Unusual Wedding Venues

If you’ve never considered yourselves to be a conventional couple, check out our list of top alternative wedding venues in the U.K. Some are fun and quirky, some are downright odd.

The Gherkin. Boasting the best views over the city of London, The Gherkin is the capital’s most iconic modern building. The London landmark also offers a very high standard of hospitality with some the biggest companies choosing it as the venue for their lavish parties. The Gherkin can be seen for miles around so your guests certainly won’t have any difficulty finding your wedding venue.

A Cave. Wookey Hole in Somerset, who recently appointed a new resident witch, offer couples the opportunity to exchange their vows deep underground in one of their spooky caves. There are a selection of caves to choose from, the largest can accommodate 120 guests, all of which are fully licensed for civil ceremonies.

A lighthouse. West Usk Lighthouse is situated halfway between Newport and Cardiff in South Wales.

The lighthouse is privately owned and has been restored to a very high standard with a hot tub, four-poster beds, an exquisite spiral staircase and a beautiful roof garden with views across the Severn Estuary. Your ceremony can be conducted on top of the lighthouse in the open air. The building is steeped in history being over 180 years old and grade ll listed; keeps your eyes peeled as many of the local farmers have spotted UFO’s in the area.

Editor’s Office. We’re not sure why, but the offer is there. Media

enthusiasts (if there is such a thing) can choose to commit themselves to each other in the Editor of The Daily Mirror’s office in Canary Wharf, London. Aaah, the romance! If you’re a busy career couple, this maybe the perfect venue as you can tie the knot during your lunch break; even better if you happen to work at The Daily Mirror.

Theatre It’s expected that the newlyweds are the centre of attention on their big day, however privately owned Clonter Opera Theatre in Cheshire offers couples the opportunity to wed live on stage.

They have a selection of 5 separate reception rooms to choose for your reception. The theatre enjoys an idyllic setting surrounded by bluebells woods and lush parkland.

London Eye. Climb aboard your own private capsule with your family and friends and hold tight.

A full revolution takes half an hour and by the time you’ve reached the highest point of the wheel 135 metres above the city, you’ll be married. If you choose the Platinum Package you’ll also be treated to a complementary ride on the Eye to celebrate your fist wedding anniversary.

Absolut Ice Bar. Set in the heart of London this sub zero venue will certainly give your guests an occasion to remember. The aisle is constructed out of the purest ice harvested from a river in Sweden. This bar is far from being a novelty venue as they also offer a very high standard of catering courtesy of their award winning chefs.

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Care and support for most

vulnerable improving

Warrington is performing well in preventing hospital readmissions, providing quality care, supporting homeless people, boosting employment and helping young people achieve.

The council’s latest quarterly performance report reveals that progress is being made in a number of key areas. These include: Supporting older people to stay at home – the latest figures show that 83.2% of people using the council’s ‘re-enablement’ services were at home 91 days after their discharge from hospital. The AQUA scorecard (relating to supporting older people in the community) indicates that Warrington is one of the top performers in the North West in preventing older people being readmitted to hospital.

It is also performing well above the regional average in getting older people out of hospital quickly and in reducing the need for older people to be admitted to residential care.

Safeguarding vulnerable adults - 78% of care providers in Warrington are meeting the council’s standards, 4% higher than the national average. This measure includes residential homes, homecare and supported living providers.

Schools – The hard work of Warrington’s young people and their teachers was rewarded by another year of excellent GCSE exam results, with Warrington’s secondary schools once again performing above the national average for 5+A*-C grades.

Homelessness - There have been almost 400 instances of positive action in recent months to prevent or relieve homelessness, including providing housing assistance to people who consider themselves at risk of homelessness in the near future.

Employment – Recently published figures for young people not in employment, education or training (NEET) show that Warrington is

the third best performing local authority, with only 2.6% of 1617 year olds classed as NEET, compared to an England average of 7.1%. In September, the Careers for Young People service held their most successful careers evening to date, with a record number of 660 people attending Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub, to speak to college representatives and employers.

Council Leader, Cllr Terry O’Neill, said: “It’s pleasing, in such challenging times for local authorities, that we continue to provide good services for some of our most vulnerable people.

“This reports shows we are making progress in caring for older residents, looking after those who are disadvantaged and helping build bright futures for our young people.

There’s much more to do, but we can be encouraged that the work we are doing continues to make a difference to people’s lives.”

A PORTAL TO THE PAST

FOR PEOPLE LIVING

WITH DEMENTIA

People living with dementia in Oldham can now return to yesteryear in a nostalgic 1950s-inspired room which helps trigger old and new memories.

Thought to be the first of its kind in Oldham, the memory room is decorated exactly as a home would be over sixty years ago.

It is located at Trinity House on Godson Street – an Oldham Council Extra Care housing scheme which is independent living flats for people with some care and support needs.

The room is full of 1950s memorabilia and decor; including a black and white television,

newspapers and posters from yesteryear and a record player playing familiar music.

The time-warp room helps people living with dementia relax and feel comfortable through triggering memories from their past.

Cllr Jenny Harrison, Cabinet Member for Social Care and Safeguarding, said: “Dementia is such a difficult condition for those who have it and it’s heart-breaking for their families and carers. We must do everything we can to help those with this cruel condition have the best quality of life they can.

“That’s why I’m so impressed with this memory room. The amount

of time and effort that has gone into it is remarkable and if this gives someone just one precious memory back then it has been well worth it.” The room was made possible through donations of both money and old artefacts from staff, members of the public and Oldham Masonic Hall and Horton Lodge.

It is available to anyone affected by dementia locally and can be booked by contacting Jodie Ashton on 03701924286.

For more information on dementia and the support available locally for those affected, email donna. atherton@ageukoldham.org.uk or call 0161 622 933.

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Council commissions ‘Rubbish Rebels’ challenge in

county schools to reduce waste in Cumbria

Pupils and their families from 20 schools across Cumbria are rebelling against rubbish in a bid to reduce waste in the county – and win prizes.

The Rubbish Rebels Challenge commissioned by Cumbria County Council and delivered by Penrithbased charity Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS) - sees pupils, staff and parents making pledges for how they’ll reduce waste at home and school. Each pledge earns points for the school, with prizes to be won.

The challenge begins with a new interactive workshop at each school, exploring why waste should be reduced and how to go about it.

Groups of children in years four and five have been attending the sessions, which have been created and delivered by CAfS on behalf of Cumbria County Council.

Frankie O’Keeffe from CAfS has been running some of the workshops.

Frankie said: “As well as the chance to win prizes, everyone who takes part also has the reward of knowing they’re making a difference to reducing waste across the county.” St Catherine’s Catholic Primary School and Beaconside Church of England Primary School were the first two schools to take part and help pilot the new scheme.

Angela Hill, head teacher at St Catherine’s, said: “We’ve found that Rubbish Rebels is a great way to reinforce our ‘Taking Care of the World’ learning. The scheme is giving the children a way to put what they learn into practice – not just at school but at home too. The children really enjoyed the workshop and also the chance to create a

presentation and deliver it at a school assembly afterwards.”

Nick Page, head teacher at Beaconside, said: “It’s a fantastic opportunity for the children to understand the importance of recycling and reusing through practical activities.

It’s fun, interactive and encourages the children to spread the word!”

Hazel Graham, CAfS chief executive, said: “CAfS aims to drive a shift towards a zero-carbon Cumbria and we’ve been running all sorts of projects to help Cumbrians live in a more sustainable way for almost 20 years, but this is the first inter-school competition we’ve run. It’s an exciting project for us because reducing waste is an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to reducing Cumbria’s carbon footprint. That’s because collecting and processing waste causes CO2 emissions, contributing to the changes we’re now seeing in our climate.” Cumbria County Council commissioned the scheme as

part of their strategy to reduce waste and increase recycling in the county.

Nick Wright, the council’s lead officer for waste prevention, said: “Encouraging Cumbrian householders to reduce, reuse and recycle is a really important goal for the council. Cumbria produces a lot of rubbish and the treatment of that rubbish comes at a huge cost - both financially and environmentally. To help reduce the waste burden, we work with schools, community groups and individual householders through fun and innovative campaigns and projects encouraging them to see things as resources rather than just rubbish. The Rubbish Rebels scheme gets families involved and it gives them a way to take actions that could add up to a big reduction in the waste generated in Cumbria.”

Any schools interested in taking part should contact Frankie O’ Keeffe on 01768 210276 or email frankie@cafs. org.uk.

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Twit Twoo Tutoring

The Story Frog Early Literacy Course has been designed by an early years specialist, qualified teacher and mum to give you and your child the best foundation required to understand the process of young children learning to read and write through phonics and early literacy skills. Not only does this course aim to encourage children and empower parents but it

offers an understanding and overview of the skills and knowledge young children can acquire in preparation for entry to school, in line with expectations outlined in the Early Years Curriculum. Story Frog Phonics is a wonderful introduction to the very earliest sounds for reading and writing. All children develop and learn at different rates and consolidate

what they know through play, which is the most important part of their learning.

This phonics course has been designed to help you, the parent or caregiver, provide your child with the necessary opportunities to learn early sounds and literacy skills.

What is clear is that when children begin school having been introduced to these sounds and the associated skills, they have a far greater chance of reaching and exceeding their potential in reading as they work their way through school.

The course is designed to be delivered to children from age 2 and up, although children will gain different skills and progress at different rates depending on their age. In addition to reading and writing skills: fine and gross motor skills, messy play, creative play and language are all included within the sessions as they are fundamental for your child’s development and enjoyment.

Sessions are at Little Munchkins Activity Café, Cavendish Street, Skipton, BD23 2AB every Monday and Thursday from 10 – 11am.

Here you will find a ground floor pram park, sensory texture trays, ball pool and specialist Children’s menus made from locally sourced produce and homemade on site – why not stay for a play and some lunch after the phonics session?

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Two PNE Fans Join Ride For Prostate Cancer

Two Preston North End supporters will be representing the club along side PNE boss Simon Grayson on the Football to Amsterdam bike ride.

Bev Taylor and Rachael Carroll are joining the gaffer and hundreds of others on the charity cycle in aid of Prostate Cancer UK, which starts on Friday 9th June.

The pair funded the rise themselves so that all money raised went straight to the charity, and it's not the first time the ladies have got involved with charity efforts.

On why they have taken on the challenge, Bev said: "We love doing anything for charity, we love a challenge, and we wanted to get a bit fitter too so it all came together really.

"It's great that the manager is doing it too, I'm sure he will be way in front of us and we will be at the back but it's all for a good cause! That's the reason we signed up really, I come to Deepdale as a season ticket holder so I've seen on the big screen that he's done it a few years ago and then we went to event that the manager held to raise awareness in Leyland and we decided to do it from then.

Rachael continued: "We are PNE fans, we are from Preston and it brings two things together, the fact that we do love a challenge but also the raising money aspect of it, and it also involves football which we absolutely love.

"I've played football and watched football for years and I think everything revolves around football in our lives so it ties those things in together. It's nice to do something for a men's charity as well as we have done a lot for St Catherine's and women's cancer charities so it's something a little bit different.

"It's quite frightening really because we have only really looked into it since we decided to do this event, but one in eight men suffer from it.

I work at a police station and have a lot of male colleagues so they have all been told about it and I've been encouraging them to go and get checked and there are guides all around the police station now!

"Even if it just helps one person and they pass that information on then it's positive."

The ride comes after a number of events taken on by the duo in aid of charity, as Rachel explained:"We've climbed Snowdon a couple of times, we've done the Race for Life, walked the Guild Wheel, that was a hard one! We did a cycle ride a few weeks ago for St Catherine's Hospice too so we just like to do challenges" Bev and Rachel will be hoping to put their male counterparts to shame on the ride, but the main aim of 120 mile cycle is to raise awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK. "We aren't cyclists, we only took it up in January this year, I'm not going to lie we are a little anxious about it as we aren't the fittest and we aren't the most natural of cyclists and it has taken a lot of effort for us to get ready for it but we will do it.

Whether it takes us six hours or eight hours, we will do it and we will just get the next ferry if we don't make it in time!" "We have the usual JustGiving account, we've been raising awareness at work and have the buckets around and badges for sale but a lot of the support is from our families and friends. We raised the

funds for the ride ourselves so that all of the money would go straight to the charity.

Thank you to our families and friends, and their friends who have helped to raise the money so far and hopefully there is a bit more to come."

Bev called for the North End faithful's support ahead of the ride, saying: "Hopefully the fans can get behind us, we are the only two along with Simon Grayson who are representing PNE, you register as a team and as far as I know there's only us three.

"There's been a bit of banter already on Facebook, there is one sole Blackpool fan going, there's a couple of Accrington Stanley fans and then there's one lad from Blackburn Rovers who is going so there has already been some banter but we said we would all meet up in the evening on the first night as the group from the North West and there are a few from Wigan as well so it will be good."

You can donate to the gaffer's charity efforts now by visiting www.justgiving.co.uk/fundraising/ SimonGraysonAmsterdam2017 Or donate to the charity via Bev and Rachel's JustGiving page at: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/BeverleyTaylor10

Clarets Confirm Pre-Season Forest Trip

The Clarets will play at Nottingham Forest as part of their pre-season programme. The trip to the City Ground can now be confirmed as Burnley's second warm-up game against Championship opposition, following on from a visit to Lancashire neighbours Preston North End. The game against Forest - who secured their Championship status on the final day of the season and have since been

bought by Greek shipping magnate First Premier League fixture – weekend commencing Evangelos Marinakis - will take place Saturday, 12 August. on Saturday, 29 July (KO 3pm).

Ticket details will be announced at a later date.

Pre-season fixtures up-dated Shamrock Rovers (A) - Friday, 14 July (7pm) Kidderminster Harriers/Alfreton Town (A) – Saturday, 22 July (both 3pm) Preston North End (A) – Tuesday, 25 July (7.45pm) Nottingham Forest (A) – Saturday, 29 July (3pm) Home fixture – Tuesday, 1 August Home fixture – Saturday, 5 August

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Burnley FC committed to

promoting Equality and Diversity

Equality Statement from Mike Garlick, Burnley FC Chairman; We recognise that Burnley Football Club is an intrinsic part of the local community, which contributes to the quality of life of many people and has the ability to foster community cohesion throughout the town and wider community. Football also

has the unique ability to bring people together from a wide range of different communities and can provide opportunities for all sections of the community to engage with the football club and participate in the community activities provided by our official charity, Burnley FC in the Community. As a

Premier League football club and provider of services to our fans and partners, Burnley Football Club is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and combating unfair treatment throughout our organisation, supporters and staff.

Along with supporting Kick it Out, Burnley Football Club implemented its first ever Celebrating Inclusion Day on Saturday 26th November 2016 vs. Manchester City which involved bringing together a range of organisations and individuals to celebrate our diverse community.

We are absolutely committed to confronting and eliminating discrimination while promoting diversity, this commitment is set out in our Equality Policy and we are committed to embedding this throughout our organisation. To this end we have a strategic team consisting of Brian Nelson (Club Equality Board Champion), David Baldwin (Chief Executive Officer, Burnley FC) and Neil Hart (Chief Executive Officer, Burnley FC in the Community) who will ensure this is implemented throughout our organisation. Mike Garlick – Burnley FC Chairman .Burnley FC Equality Statement. Burnley Football Club endorses the principle of equality and will strive to ensure that everyone who wishes to be involved in the club whether as players, match-day fans,

staff, board members, participants in outreach programmes and other people engaged with the club’s activities (i.e., suppliers or corporate partners): Has a genuine and equal opportunity to participate to the full extent of their own ambitions and abilities, without regard to their

age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation; and Can be assured of an environment in which their rights, dignity and individual worth are respected, and in particular that they are able to

enjoy their engagement at the club without the threat of intimidation, victimisation, harassment, bullying and abuse. The club will not tolerate any form of discrimination, whether physical or verbal and will ensure such behaviour is met with the appropriate action whenever it occurs.

Clarets In Discussion With Boyd and Robinson as Retained List Issued

Burnley are continuing to talk with George Boyd and Paul Robinson as manager Sean Dyche begins to shape his squad for next season.

Midfielder Boyd and goalkeeper Robinson are two of only four senior players out of contract at Turf Moor this summer.

The others – Michael Kightly and Joey Barton – are both been being released.

Dyche confirmed on-going conversations are taking place with the representatives of Boyd, 31, and former England international Robinson, 37.

Boyd made 36 appearances in the Premier League this season as he helped the Clarets sustain their topflight status, while Robinson played three times as back-up to club captain

Tom Heaton. Kightly – who recently ended a successful loan spell at Burton Albion – is to be released after three seasons with Burnley.

The 31-year-old previously spent a season on loan from Stoke City, helping the Clarets win promotion from the Championship in 2013/14.

Kightly also contributed to last season’s Championship title-winning success and made a total of 88 appearances for the Clarets.

The former Wolves wideman scored four goals in 12 Championship appearances for Burton after signing for the Brewers in January, and played a key role in helping Nigel Clough’s side stay in the division.

Barton – who joined the Clarets for a second spell in January and made 14 Premier League appearances up

to the end of April – is being released following his recent suspension by the Football Association for historic betting offences. Dyche said: “Joey leaves us for the obvious reasons after he has again been a big part of what we have achieved this season.

“Equally, Kights has been a great servant of the club and always a tremendous person to have around the group. “Both players have had a big effect on what we have done during their time at Turf Moor and we wish them well, as we do all those leaving this summer.”

Defender Jon Flanagan has also left the club after returning to Liverpool following his season-long loan.

The Clarets’ retained list shows four members of the Development Squad are being released at the end of their

contracts. Forwards George Green and R J Pingling, midfielder Christian Hill and defender Taofiq Olmowewe will all leave Turf Moor.

But the club has taken up a further year’s option on the contracts of defender Luke Hendrie, 22, who has been a regular on loan with Scottish Premier League side Kilmarnock this season, defender Alex Whitmore, 21, who spent a season-long loan with Morecambe, full-back Arlen Birch and goalkeeper Conor Mitchell.

Striker Rouwen Hennings is expected to return to Burnley following a loan spell with German second-tier side Fortuna Dusseldorf as he enters the final year of his contract at Turf Moor.

Retained list details FIRST TEAM Out of Contract

George Boyd – discussions on going, Paul Robinson – discussions on going, Michael Kightly – released, Joey Barton – released, Jon Flanagan returns to Liverpool, Returned from loan, Tom Anderson (Chesterfield), Freddie Ulverstad (Charlton), Rouwen Hennings (Fortuna Dusseldorf), Chris Long (Bolton), Aiden O’Neill (Oldham), Development Squad Released George Green, Christian Hill, R J Pingling, Taofiq Olmowewe Options Taken For Further Season Luke Hendrie, Alex Whitmore, Arlen Birch, Connor Mitchell Returned from loan Ntumba Massanka (Wrexham), Josh Ginnelly (Lincoln), Brad Jackson (Bangor City)

Professionals for next season as of May, 2017 Tom Heaton, Nick Pope, Conor Mitchell, Matthew Lowton, Tendayi Darikwa, Stephen Ward, Michael Keane, Ben Mee, James Tarkowski, Kevin Long, Tom Anderson, Alex Whitmore, Jimmy Dunne, Harry Flowers, Luke Hendrie, Arlen Birch, Ali Koiki, Robbie Brady, Scott Arfield, Johann Berg Gudmundsson, Steven Defour, Jeff Hendrick, Ashley Westwood, Dean Marney, Aiden O’Neill, Freddie Ulvestad, Josh Ginnelly, Brad Jackson, Robbie Leitch, Freddie Yao, Sam Vokes, Ashley Barnes, Andre Gray, Rouwen Hennings, Daniel Agyei, Ntumba Massanka, Harry Limb, Chris Long, Jamie Thomas

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