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Money Matters

How to haggle for the best deals

By Martin Lewis Haggling isn’t just a skill for market stalls, these days where it really pays is at call centres. And if you’re a Sky customer there’s no better time to put your haggling skills to the test, as some Sky TV customers are facing hikes of over £50 a year.

Yet this isn’t just for Sky. It works for other TV firms, mobile, TV, broadband, breakdown and more.

Last year on my site, I polled over 7,000 people who tried to call-centre haggle, to see how successful they were company by company.

The results are staggering, at Sky 86% succeeded in some form of discount, the AA 84%, TalkTalk 83%, Plusnet 82%, Virgin media 80% and RAC 78%. In other words, for every five people who tried, four got a deal.

And don’t think the amounts are trivial either, here’s just some of the successes people have tweeted me in Sky’s current round of price hikes…

“Just saved £315 a year with a good old haggle with Sky, cheers Martin.”

“Phoned up and in 10 mins it’d knocked £134 off my bill. No change to services or terms.

Thank you!”

“Managed to save almost 50% by calling.

Firm but polite with a clear message throughout my call.”

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So don’t be shy, it’s time to tool up and get a haggle on. Here are my top ten tips (but for you, I’ll do it in 9)...

1. Benchmark the best deal.

It’s important to have the factual arsenal. Research the deals, discounts and codes that are available for new customers, as a basis for negotiation. Here’s a quick rundown for each of the main haggle areas.

Digital TV: For example, you can currently get 25% off all Sky TV bundles and £75 bill credit, compare this with what you will be paying. You can use this figure to haggle with Sky or Virgin. See www.mse.me/digitalTV for all the deals. And of course the cheapest digital TV option is Freeview.

It’s a one-off cost of around £20 for a box and there’s no monthly subscription.

Breakdown cover: If you go via a cashback site, you can effectively sign up for basic AA or RAC cover for under £20. See www.mse.me/ breakdown for full best-buys.

Broadband: Here the best deals are all promo offers. A common level is line rent and broadband for £16 a month, plus a £100 high street voucher.

Full best-buys in www.mse.me/broadband.

2. Timing is crucial.

Haggling works best when you’re near or beyond the end of your contract as then they have a real risk you’ll leave. There’s no harm in giving it a try when you’re not, if you struggle then diarise when you’re nearing the end (you can give Sky notice of leaving 31 days before the end of your contract) and call back then.

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Business & Finance 3. The haggling Holy Grail is the customer retention department.

If you’re coming to the end of your contract, or are out of it, then you’re wielding a powerhouse weapon: customer loyalty. If they don’t offer the deal you want, tell them you’re going to leave. This means you get put through to what they externally call “disconnections”, but internally is called “customer retentions”.

There the staff ’s job is to keep you, and they have massively more discretion to offer you deals to do so.

4. Use charm, chutzpah, cheek and a smile.

Aggression or anger will just put their back up.

You’re asking for a discount, and they’re just as much within their right not to give it as you are to leave.

Aim for polite, firm and non-combative.

5. Use the phrases that pay.

You may find that the customer service rep will only offer a small discount at first, but if you don’t agree with the price use phrases like:

n I’ve worked out my monthly budget, and my absolute max is £[insert price here]/month n [TalkTalk/Virgin/BT] can do it for less... n I need to think about it... n I think my husband / wife will go bonkers if I pay that...

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n What’s the very best you can do?

6. Don’t panic if it calls your bluff and says it’ll disconnect you.

Some people worry and get nervous to try this in case they’re disconnected. My easy ‘get out of jail free’ card on this is the phrase: “Hold on, I’ll call you back on that. I’d like to check with my wife/ husband/dog/Aunt Fanny first.”

7. Ask if it can throw in extras.

If it won’t slash the price, see if it can include any extras, like free calls or extra channels, bigger download limits, or one level higher breakdown cover

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If they don’t offer the deal you want, tell them you’re going to leave.

This means you get put through to what they externally call “disconnections”, but internally is called “customer retentions”

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8. If you fail? Try, try and try again.

I’ve heard rumours that different staff members have quotas of how many deals they can do. Even if not true, it feels like that to many. You may have called the wrong person at the wrong time. So call back a few days later and speak to someone else.

This works for many people.

9. Vote with your feet.

If you don’t get what you want and other firms offer the same for less, then you should seriously consider leaving and go grab one of those deals.

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As well as recycled white goods, sets of golf clubs, books, musical instruments and furniture are all available to buy from the store, which is open six days a week, Friday to Wednesday, between 10am and 3.45pm. Each of the products has been diverted from landfill and repaired, refurbished and tested, ready to sell on. The money raised in the store goes towards improving recycling services across Blackpool, while a large donation is donated to the Mayor’s Charity.

Cllr Christine Wright, Blackpool Council’s cabinet member with responsibility for promoting the reuse store, said: ‘It’s no secret that the council’s services are under a lot of pressure due to cuts in our grant from central government. So when residents come and buy products from the reuse store, not only are they getting a fantastic 13they are also helping to improve rebargain but use and recycling in Blackpool. So far the store has proved really popular, however we need

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Not only are the items cheaper to buy but there are some real treasures to be found for those people keen to hunt out a bargain. All the money spent in the shop is reinvested back in to the community, either by keeping our popular recycling initiatives like Rover running or by helping to train and keep local people in work.’

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Summer Cooking

Beautiful Berries This wonderfully substantial warm salad has a sweet and sharp BerryJewel raspberry dressing that brings it to life. Although it takes a long time to get the lamb meltingly tender it is almost entirely hands off - a great dish to get started in the oven before you go for a weekend walk.

Serves 6-8 What you will need For the lamb 1 tbsp olive oil 4 large cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp cumin seeds, roughly ground tsp dried thyme 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp smoked paprika salt & freshly ground black pepper 2kg bone-in lamb shoulder 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, drained & rinsed to serve 235g salad spinach, washed & well drained 225g punnet BerryJewel raspberries 150g pecans For the dressing 225g punnet BerryJewel raspberries 100ml water 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp runny honey Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste Method In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil with the garlic, cumin, thyme, cinnamon and smoked paprika and season generously with salt and freshly 14

ground black pepper. Using a sharp knife, pierce 1 centimeter deep holes all over the lamb - this will help the spice flavour to get deep inside the meat.

Rub the marinade all over the lamb, pushing inside the holes you have made. Place the lamb in a large baking tray, cover with cling film and set aside to marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, or overnight in the fridge.

Preheat the oven to 150ºC/130ºC fan/gas 2. Remove and discard the cling film and pour 200ml cold water into the roasting tin. Cover tightly with foil and cook in the oven for 5 hours it won’t need checking or turning so it’s fine to leave it undisturbed.

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cooking, remove from the oven and discard the foil.

Increase the oven temperature to 180ºC/160ºC fan/gas 4.

Using a large metal spoon, spoon off and discard as much fat as possible providing you don’t stir the sauce it will be floating on top.

Stir the chickpeas through the remaining juices, and return to the oven, uncovered, for a further hour.

Whilst the lamb is in the oven for the final hour, make the dressing by placing all the ingredients into a small saucepan. Set over a medium high heat and bring up to the boil. Boil steadily for about 5 minutes until the BerryJewel raspberries have broken right down and you are left with a shiny, deep coloured sauce.

Taste to check the seasoning, adding salt and pepper as desired and a little more honey if it is too sharp. Strain through a sieve to remove the pips and set aside to cool.

Toast the pecans in a dry frying pan until they are deep golden brown and smell lovely and nutty. Tip onto a board and roughly chop. Set aside.

After the final hour in the oven, take the lamb out and transfer to a large plate or board. Using 2 forks, flake the meat into bite sized pieces.

To serve, divide the spinach leaves between individual plates and scatter over the BerryJewel raspberries and pecans. Spoon the shredded lamb and some chickpeas over the top and drizzle on a little dressing. Serve the rest of the dressing alongside in a small jug.

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Warm salad of Middle Eastern pulled lamb and chickpeas with BerryJewel Raspberries

Persian Jeweled Rice with BerryJewel Raspberries, Walnuts and Parsley Serves 6 as a side dish Based on the classic Persian dish, Javaher Polow, this fruity rice is truly fit for a king. It makes a great side dish for a spicy stew or a succulent roast chicken. The buttery golden crust that develops on the bottom of the pan is absolutely delicious.

For the rice 300g basmati rice A generous pinch saffron threads 150g dried cranberries 2 tbsp olive oil 60g unsalted butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp cardamon pods, bruised with the flat of a knife 1 tsp cumin seeds Salt & freshly ground black pepper To serve 100g walnuts, roughly chopped 225g punnet BerryJewel raspberries A generous bunch of parsley, chopped Finely grated zest from 1 orange 1 garlic clove, very finely chopped Method Put the rice in a sieve and rinse under cold running water. Tip into a bowl and cover well with cold water. Set aside to soak for 1 hour. Add the saffron to a small heatproof glass and cover with 2 tablespoons of boiling water, then set aside to soak. Add the cranberries to a small heatproof bowl and cover in boiling water, set aside to soak. Once the rice, saffron and cranberries are halfway through their soaking time, add the oil and half the butter to a deep, preferably nonstick, frying pan and set over a low heat. When the butter has melted, add the onion, cinnamon, cardamon and 15 cumin and fry gently for 30 minutes until the onion is soft and lightly caramelised, then turn off the heat. Drain the rice

and put it in a large saucepan. Pour over boiling water so it comes a generous 3 centimeters above the rice and set over a medium high heat. Boil for 3 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold running water to cool and drain well. The rice will have started to cook but will still have plenty of bite and the grains will not be fluffy. Stir the cooled rice through the onions in the frying pan, along with the saffron and soaking water, and the cranberries and their soaking water.

Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stirring well, then dot the surface of the rice with the remaining butter. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, make 5-6 holes through the rice all the way to the bottom of the pan - this helps it to steam evenly. Tear off a sheet of baking paper, scrunch it up under running water, shaking off the excess, then lay snugly over the surface of the rice. Cover tightly with a layer of foil and set over a very low heat. Cook, undisturbed, for 40 minutes, after which time the rice will be cooked and fluffy and a delicious buttery crust will have developed on the bottom. Whilst the rice is cooking, toast the walnuts in a dry frying pan until golden and smelling nutty. Tip into a bowl and stir through the BerryJewel raspberries, parsley, orange zest and garlic. Set aside. Once the rice is ready, remove and discard the paper. Lightly fork through the walnut, BerryJewel raspberry and parsley mixture and pile the rice onto a warmed serving dish. Scrape the lovely crunchy caramelised rice bits from the base of the pan and sprinkle over the top. Serve immediately.

BerryJewel Raspberry Fool with Almond Toffee Shards and Whole Raspberries Serves 6 This is a classic raspberry fool with a bit of a twist. Shards of crisp almond toffee are a great crunchy contrast to the soft creaminess of fool.

For the almond toffee 375g caster sugar 75g golden syrup 35g butter 50ml cold water 75g blanched whole almonds, roughly chopped ½ tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp fine salt For the fool 2 x 225g punnets BerryJewel raspberries 300ml double cream 300g Greek yoghurt Method Start by making the toffee. Line a baking sheet with a non-stick silicone mat or piece of non-stick baking parchment.

Set aside. Add the sugar, syrup, butter and water to a large saucepan (the toffee will bubble up and at least double in volume whilst cooking). Set over a low heat and stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted.

Turn the heat up to medium and bring up to the boil. Boil, uncovered, for 7-10 minutes until a little teaspoon of the mixture turns into a hard ball when dropped in a glass of cold water. Start testing after 7 minutes, and keep on boiling until it is ready - it may take a little less or longer, depending on the depth and width of the pan you choose.

If you are using a sugar thermometer it will read 138ºC. Turn off the heat and quickly stir through the almonds, vanilla and salt then pour onto the prepared baking sheet. Set aside to go cold - about 30 minutes. Once hard, break into thin shards using a strong sharp knife. This makes about double what you need for this recipe, but it stores well in an airtight tin for at least a week.

To make the fool, add one punnet of BerryJewel raspberries to a bowl and mash up with a fork. Pour the cream into a large mixing bowl and whisk, either by hand or with an electric whisk, until it forms soft billowy peaks. Gently fold the Greek yogurt through using a large metal spoon until well combined. Then pour in the mashed raspberries and lightly fold. Finally fold through half the punnet of whole BerryJewel raspberries and the toffee shards and pour into a serving dish. Decorate the top with the remaining whole raspberries and toffee shards. Serve immediately.

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From getting started to business growth Blackpool Council’s Get Started scheme has helped hundreds of Blackpool entrepreneurs make their business ideas a reality

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ut a new programme of free training courses run is helping to ensure that getting started is just the beginning. The course also has two very special tutors – former Get Started graduates Kevin Donnelly and Mike Brown. With a little help from the Get Started service, which helps entrepreneurs learn how to start up and develop a business, they created XP Web Services. Offering everything from copyrighting to search engine optimisation, the company are now thriving and are keen to spread their message and help others.

XP Web Services founder Kevin Donnelly, said: ‘You don’t have to be selling things online to need an online presence. Learning how to make more of your online business – from how you get your website found by Google, to making more of your web pages, blogs and social media – matters. And it matters whether you’re planning to be the next Amazon, or you’re a local plumber, hairdresser, baker or mechanic.’

The courses will give practical tips on implementing simple SEO techniques, analysing results and creating content (including blog posts and newsletters) to increase visitor numbers and drive sales.

The first half day session on 29 June was oversubscribed but businesses can apply for a place on the next course at Blackpool Enterprise Centre on 19 November. Established businesses get their own course on 17 September.

Councillor Mark Smith, Blackpool Council’s cabinet member for business and economic development, said: ‘Blackpool has long had a reputation for creating entrepreneurs – people with bright ideas who are prepared to turn them into viable businesses. Through initiatives such as Get Stated we’ve ensured there’s expert help available to turn good ideas into sound businesses. Now, by providing ongoing training and development like these online marketing courses, we’re also able to help support businesses for the long term.’

To book your place – or if you’ve got a bright idea for a business – call the Get Started team on 477147.

Council couch returns Blackpool Council’s novel way of listening to its residents returns this summer.

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uring summer, the ‘Council couch’ has been visiting spots around the town to listen to residents’ views on issues such as crime, housing, health, education and regeneration. Senior officers from Blackpool Council sit on the couch on Tuesdays and Thursdays to talk to locals about the work that the authority is doing, and the plan to create a better Blackpool.

The return of the initiative follows a successful start in 2014, which saw around 500 people come and speak about how they think the town could be even better. All the feedback will be compiled to create the Council’s strategic plan for the years 2015-2020.

The couch’s first location this year was at the fields on Warren Drive on Tuesday 23 June, before it embarked on a tour across the full breadth of the town. Neil Jack, Blackpool Council’s Chief Executive, said: ‘Last year’s council couch was a real success in terms of getting out into the community and understanding people’s needs and priorities. Over 500 people turned up to tell us what we are doing well and what we could do better and I am hoping for an equally good turnout again this year. We’ve listened to people’s feedback about the couch and have also provided a number of evening events this year, that can be attended by people who still want to speak to us but have work commitments. This is a really innovative way of speaking to local residents and getting opinions on what we

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should be doing to make our town better for everybody. I hope to see lots of people turn up.’

The remaining dates of the 2015 council couch are: 30 July, Palatine Library, 2pm – 5pm.

4 August, TAB office, Gorton Street, 2pm – 5pm.

6 August, Stanley Park by the cafe, 2pm – 5pm.

11 August, Moor Park Leisure Centre car park, 10am – 1pm.

13 August, St Martins Road (Western end), 2pm – 5pm.

18 August, St Johns Square, 2pm-5pm Further information can be found at www.blackpool. gov.uk/councilcouch

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Hospital fundraiser offers Peace of Mind A hospital Summer Fete has helped to raise money to enhance the care given to people with dementia

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lifton Hospital’s fete was held on Saturday 4th July, raising a total of £1,900 which will go towards Blue Skies Hospitals Fund’s Peace of Mind dementia appeal.

The event was opened by Ian Johnson, Chairman of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, who said: ‘This fete was another great fundraising event for Clifton Hospital and the care it offers to local patients with dementia. It was pleasing to see so much happening in our hospital, and the people who turned up to make it a success. This event was all about Clifton, and although there may not always be blue skies outside, there will always be Blue Skies inside helping to enhance the care we give to our patients.’

Peace of Mind will pay for a secure and interactive garden at Clifton Hospital and a memory corridor to help patients with dementia recall their earlier years.

Linda Broadbent, Ward 1 Manager at Clifton Hospital, said: ‘The day went really well, and we’re so pleased the weather held out for us. We had lots going on, from plant and book stalls and face painting for the children to a top prize raffle which has helped to raise a lot of money for this important campaign. The garden and works we are raising money for will go a long way in enhancing the care we can give to our patients who have dementia. Thanks to everyone who showed up on the day, including Age UK Blackpool and District, which 17Peace of Mind, Blue Skies Hospitals Fund is supporting and to Horwich Farm which provided a holiday in the Peak District for our raffle.’

TOP: Trust Chairman Ian Johnson opens the Fete. ABOVE: Felicity Broadhurst paints Victoria Veevers’ face.

LEFT: The Trust Choir performs

Peace of Mind was launched at Clifton Hospital’s Christmas Fair in November 2014 by Jimmy Armfield CBE. Since then it has attracted support from staff who have held sponsored walks, cake sales and supermarket bag packs.

Amanda Bennett, Head of Fundraising, said: ‘The Peace of Mind appeal is very important to Blue Skies Hospitals Fund, so it’s great to see that staff at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals are really getting behind it to raise as much money as they can. The event at Clifton was thoroughly enjoyable, and it was lovely to see so many families having fun whilst raising money to help enhance care to local dementia patients.’

For more information about Peace of Mind, please visit www.blueskieshospitalsfund.co.uk/ dementiaproject.shtml

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New credit card style Resort Pass launched Blackpool’s Resort Pass just gets better, now re-launched in a handy credit card-style format

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very year, VisitBlackpool, team up with the resort’s top attractions to bring you the Blackpool Resort Pass and the Blackpool Resort Pass Plus to offer access to up to nine fantastic attractions at discounted prices – it’s just the ticket!

Costing just £55, the Resort Pass represents a saving of more than £35 and includes one visit over seven days to: Blackpool Pleasure Beach (including a wristband to enjoy all the most exciting rides), Nickelodeon Land, The Blackpool Tower Eye and 4D Experience, The Blackpool Tower Dungeon, SEA LIFE Blackpool and Madame Tussauds Blackpool It’s perfect for a family staying in Blackpool over the summer holidays. Those wanting even more fun in Britain’s most popular seaside resort can even upgrade to the The Blackpool Resort Pass Plus for £80, which includes entry to the above attractions plus Blackpool Zoo, Sandcastle Waterpark and Blackpool Model Village & Gardens - an overall great saving of over £55.

And now it’s even easier to use with its new, perfect for your wallet size and shape. But it’s not just a convenience; as part of the launch of the new style pass, VisitBlackpool have negotiated a range of additional benefits to help enhance visitors’ stay in Britain’s favourite beach resort. There are discounts arranged with a number of other top attractions including theatres, restaurants, retail and lots more.

Just show your card on arrival at the venues listed on our mobile-friendly site www.blackpoolresortpass.com to claim your offer. And look out for our flash “live” offers for shows and other events.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Deputy Leader of Blackpool Council, said: ‘We’re delighted to be able to launch our new credit card-style resort pass. It’s perfect for families who are looking to spend time in Blackpool and can be purchased online in advance or in person.’

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The Blackpool Resort Pass is available to buy in advance online at www.blackpoolresortpass.com as well as from the VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre at Festival House on the Promenade for an additional £5 per pass.

And if that wasn’t enough, users can customise their Blackpool Resort Pass or Blackpool Resort Pass Plus with adding on bolt-ons. The addition of bolt-ons increases the great saving being made and adds greater convenience to your stay. Ranging from attractions not listed on the main passes to shows in the town to travel for getting around the resort, boltons are an amazing feature! You can also buy a pass over the phone via 01253 478222.

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The future’s bright, the future’s cloudy No more need for memory sticks and CD’s at Blackpool Libraries with new Cloud Technology

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lackpool Library users are being urged to ditch their memory sticks and CD’s and embrace new cloud-based technology. Blackpool Council’s library service, which runs Central, Anchorsholme, Boundary, Layton, Mereside, Moor Park, Palatine and Revoe Libraries, have recently taken delivery of more than 100 new Google Chrome-based computers.

The clever new machines are perfect for all the usual tasks that library users carry out, from word processing and producing documents to searching the internet, using email, gaming and much more. However, the new computers also make storage much easier using cloud-based ‘virtual’ storage systems, removing the need for portable storage systems like memory sticks or CDs. The key is for members get themselves a Google account. This will not only allow library members to print documents but it will also unlock a huge amount of other advantages, from storing all your documents to completely personalising your web browsing experience, there are a massive range of bonus features. 19

familiarise users with how the new computers work and how to set themselves up to print.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Blackpool Council’s Deputy Leader, said: ‘Our new Google Chrome-based machines are a huge upgrade on our old computers and allow users to do so much more. There are always staff on hand to help out if you’re confused or unfamiliar with the technology and we’re also running courses to help people familiarise themselves with the system. The new equipment will make using the computers a lot easier and hassle-free than before in a way that will benefit absolutely everyone. By installing these new computers, the Council is investing in one of the most important parts of the local community – libraries – which local people always tell us are hugely important to them.’

The new equipment, which does contain USB ports but are without CD drives, has already been trialled at Palatine Library and proved highly successful, with excellent customer feedback. Pop in to your local library today to try out the new Chrome-based computers or ask a member of staff for support.

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Carers’ Drop-in 165a Church Street, Blackpool FY1 3NX – 01253 299969 Carers Trust Fylde Coast Charity Shops 78 Victoria Road West, Cleveleys FY5 1AG – 01253 865552, 1a All Hallows Road, Bispham FY2 0AS, 01253 351530 Christians Against Poverty 0800 328 0006 (FREE from Landline) Help the Aged 0808 800 6565 Kensington Foundation recycling furniture and toys service 761444 Motor Neurone Disease Association 01253 696233 www.mndassociation.org The Royal British Legion 0808 802 8080 (Freephone National Number) TRANSPORT Blackpool Airport 01253 343434 Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams 01253 473000 Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Knott End Ferry 01253 891000 Tourist Information 01253 773953 National Express 08717 818 181 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Highways Agency 0300 123 5000 Stagecoach 01772 886633 OFFICIAL BODIES Consumer Advice 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Citizens Advice Consumer Service 03454 040506 Blackpool Trading Standards Consumer Advice 01253 478375 Blackpool Citizens’ Advice Bureau 01253 308400 Wyre Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 245 1294 Fylde Citizens Advice 01772 682588 Tax Credit Help Line 0845 300 3900 www.hmrc.gov.uk TV Licensing 0300 790 6144 Wyre District Citizens Advice 01253 308400 RSPCA; Blackpool Branch (01253) 703000, Fylde Branch (01253) 873616.

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Hot fun in the Summertime July may have started off with some of the hottest days on record but the fun has only just begun in Blackpool.

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ith the premiere of ‘Cats the musical’ having recently kicked off an eight week summer season run at the Winter Gardens, a newlybuilt outdoor adventure high ropes course wowing families at Stanley Park and Blackpool Pleasure Beach showing off their brand-new Red Arrows Skyforce ride, there are a myriad of things to do.

Throw in new features at Madame Tussauds, our award winnings beaches and the amazing Blackpool zoo and the question becomes why wouldn’t you take a break at home, and that’s without even mentioning the legendary, can’t-miss, Blackpool Tower!

Here’s a rundown (in no particular order) of our Blackpool things to do for the summer holidays : Experience the magic of ‘Cats’. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical returns to Blackpool direct following a sell-out season at the London Palladium.

Jane McDonald plays the role of Grizabella during a strictly-limited eight week summer season run at the Blackpool Opera House. Opening on July 9, CATS is a magical musical like no other with an amazing score that includes the timeless “Memory”, spectacular set designs, stunning costumes and breath-taking choreography.

See the coolest show in town. This year’s Hot Ice show, Desire, is the ultimate in stylish, fast-moving family entertainment. Staged within The Arena at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, it features a cast of world championship performers, wildly glamorous costumes and stunning special effects. Runs daily, Monday to Saturday, from July 2 to September.

Tackle the High Ropes. Are you brave enough to 21 tackle Blackpool’s newest attraction? High Ropes is situated within the magnificent Stanley Park and presents a host of challenges to those fearless enough

to have a go. There is a zip wire, rock climbing wall, traversing swinging tyres, bridges, obstacles and the exhilarating ‘leap of faith’.

Go on a musical journey. Blackpool’s wonderfully ornate Grand Theatre stages the song and dance extravaganza, Puttin’ On The Ritz. Starring Katya Virshilas and Jared Murillo from Strictly Come Dancing and a cast of West End performers, this show features a collection of timeless classics, making it the feel-good experience of the summer.

Runs to August 29.

Catch a vintage tram. They’re back! Blackpool’s iconic heritage trams are back on track for 2015 by public demand. The traditional tram cars will be operating alongside the contemporary new Blackpool trams on weekends throughout the summer. It’s a trip down Memory Lane that you won’t want to miss!

Fly with the Red Arrows. Take to the skies in this unique white-knuckle experience at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. On Red Arrows Skyforce, you can step into your very own Red Arrows cockpit, take control of the plane and spin and glide in your very own aerial display. Check out the exclusive Red Arrows branded merchandise too.

As well as all that, we’ve got a packed events season throughout the rest of the summer with the Blackpool Air Show, the World Fireworks Championships and, of course, the biggest day on the Blackpool calendar when we switch on the world famous Blackpool Illuminations.

For more information on our events visit www. visitblackpool.com

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COMMUNITY MERESIDE LIBRARY OPENING TIMES 4b Crummock Place FY4 4TP Tel: 478155 Monday 9.30am-12.30pm 1.30pm-5.00pm Tuesday - closed Wednesday 9.30am-12.30 1.30pm -5.00pm Thursday - closed Friday 9.30am-12.30pm 1.30pm-5.00pm Saturday 9.30am - 1.00pm Sunday - closed PALATINE LIBRARY OPENING TIMES St Annes Road FY4 2AP Tel: 478050 Monday 9.30-7pm,Tuesday 9.30-5pm, Wednesday 9.30-7pm, Thursday 9.30-5pm, Friday 9.30-5pm Saturday 9.30-5pm. Palatine reading groups meet 1st Monday of the month 7pm - 8pm and the third Friday of the month 2pm - 4pm. Contact Palatine Library for details Tel 478050. Visit the library web site : www. blackpool.gov.uk/libraries FOREST GATE BAPTIST CHURCH Forest Gate (off Whitegate Drive) invites you to join them for Sunday worship at 10.45am.

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NOTICES RSPCA SPONSOR A CAT PEN OR SMALL ANIMAL PEN The kennel and cattery sponsorship scheme is a way in which you as an individual, part of a group or a business can support our animals by sponsoring an animal pen for a year. There are many types of animal pen to sponsor. With the scheme you won’t be helping just one animal, you’ll be sponsoring the lives of all who pass through our animal centre every year. Sponsorship is £50 for 6 months. In return we will place a certificate bearing your name on the appropriate pen, thanking you for your kind donation.

If you are a company we are very happy to display details of your company. The £50 will go towards the costs of keeping the animals that use that pen. You may also want to visit your pen, over the 6 months, and see which animals you are helping.

Contact the centre on enquiries@rspcablackpool.org.uk if you would like to take part. Old Tom Lane, Stalmine, FY6 0JR. Tuesdays - Sundays 11am - 5pm with a new telephone number 01253 703000.

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MEMORY PROBLEMS? Are you someone with memory problems, or a friend or carer . wanting to meet other people in a similar situation then come and join our social group fortnightly 2pm-4pm at Palatine Library, in partnership with Age UK. For more details contact Palatine Library 01253 478050 FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk THE AT HOME LIBRARY SERVICE A free library service for Blackpool residents who due to age, illness or disability are unable to visit their local library, we can deliver books to your home for further details please contact Carole Ashworth Blackpool Libraries Tel 476390 24TH BLACKPOOL BEAVER SCOUTS We have vacancies for 6 year old boys and girls.

Meeting on Fridays at Waterloo Methodist Church Spen Corner. Lots of activites on offer , fun games and trips out. £2 per week only.

Contact Norma on 07870338730 / 01253 697578 / supergran35@hotmail.com BLACKPOOL NINE LIVES CAT RESCUE We are a small cat rescue located in Blackpool. We have two charity shops located at 202 Lytham Road and 105 Central Drive. We rescue cats and kittens in Blackpool and surrounding areas. All our cats are in foster care until they are rehomed. We have a policy to neuter all cats (when old enough) before rehoming.

We carry out home checks of all prospective new owners and foster carers and we ask for an adoption donation of around £35. The charity is run by Linda Cameron Davies and Christine Meryem with the support of volunteers and foster carers.

Contact number for enquiries 01253 283349, via the webpage www.blackpoolninelives.co.uk or email bpool9rehome@mail.com

REGULAR EVENTS ST BERNADETTE’S PLAYERSAMATUER DRAMATIC GROUP We meet every Thursday evening at 7.30pm at St Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows Road. Contact Bernard Melling on 07846 629766 FYLDE FILM SOCIETY We meet at Blackpool Odeon every fortnight.

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DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL, WYRE & FYLDE COAST CHILDRENS SUPPORT GROUP Supporting children with Type 1 Diabetes and their families. Our Group provides a friendly, constructive, safe and informative environment to meet and we provide fun and healthy activities to participate in.

Up-to-date activities and Group information is available on www.fylde-coast-childrens. diabetesukgroup.org or diabetesuk.fyldekidssupport@ sky.com. Blackpool Area Group, Tesco Extra Community BLACKPOOL JUBILEE STROKE ASSOCIATION Provides a service for Stroke suffers and their carers.

We meet Friday eve 2nd & 4th Friday of the month at Holycross Church, Central Drive Blackpool. Transport available where needed info 01253 872142 Room, Clifton Retail Park, Blackpool, FY4 4UJ LUNG CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This meeting is for anyone affected by Lung Cancer.

We meet of the 1st Wednesday of each month at 1pm, Whitegate Resource Centre, 259 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9JL. The group has nursing input. Contact Julie Meikle, Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist. 01253 303312 BLACKPOOL MOVIE MAKERS Highfield Methodist Church Hall, Scarsdale Ave,South Shore, FY42NP Amature Video & Digital Image Group. Meet every monday evening at 7.30 pm.

Tel: 01253867167 or visit http://blackpoolmoviemakers.weebly.com Or Google blackpoolmoviemakers FYLDE SPEAKERS CLUB The club is open to everyone at any level of speaking whether you are terrified or love speaking in public come and join us. We meet every second Wednesday at the Assembly Rooms, Dicconson Terrace in Lytham. For more info contact Lynne Martin on 07751 936 555.

DNA4LIFE CORE FITNESS BOOT CAMPS Full body core fitness and CV workout Wed White Church 6.00-7.00 pm Sat Mornings on St Annes Green opposite The Chadwick Hotel 8.00-.9.00 am and 9.00 – 10.00 am £5. Beginners Welcome.

ST. ANNES K.U.G.B. KARATE CLUB Shotokan Karate 7yrs and above (teenagers and adults welcome) Weds St. Albans Church Hall 7 til 8 beginners and lower grades, 8 - 9 advanced. Also sats at St. Thomas Scout Hut 2.30-3.30, 3.30-4.45 Adv. £4 pay as you go 07989 908135 www.kugb.org SANDHILLS SINGALONG GROUP Friendly social group for older people, meets every Thursday from 12.30pm at Sandhills Pub, 18-20 St Annes Road West, Lytham St Annes. Join us for musical entertainment from Miss Patricia, singing all the old songs you love. Age UK Lancashire on 0300 303 1234 fyldeoffice@ageuklancs.org.uk KNIT & NATTER GROUP 10.30am every 25 Thursday. Bring your own project, anything you are working on – not just knitting! Also, Learn to Knit classes available. £30 07939 240068 Angela Buckley

BY JINGO LINGO Fun French for pre-schoolers, including songs, nursery rhymes and activities. Every Thursday at the Parish Rooms, St Annes. Cubs (9 months - 2 yrs) 9.30-10am. Bears (2 yrs- 4 yrs) 10.15am - 10.45am.

Come and join the fun with Billy! For further info and availability. Contact Lisa on 07966366826 lisa@ byjingolingo.com THE HOOK UP Crochet group for all abilities. 11am – 1pm Thursdays at Washington’s Tearooms, Park Rd. St. Anne’s. £3 subs. Come and join in with the crochet-alongs, learn new techniques and share experiences. Cake, coffee and a good craic all available. Call Amy 07956 605 612.

JUST GOOD FRIENDS We meet at the YMCA on St Albans Rd, St Annes Saturday afternoons 2pm-4pm. Its just £1 for a brew or a coffee and biscuits! There’s a monthly raffle where we each bring something in, raffle it and help raise money.The group is a group set up for each other. It’s here for everybody. Whether you just want to socialise, help, listen, chat, simply feel lonely or just have a laugh.Contact Bev Sykes on 07557734233 after 6pm please.

THE LYTHAM BELLES WI GROUP We meet on the first Sunday of every month at victory hall next door to St Cuthberts Church Lytham at 7:30 - 9:30. Everyone is welcome for details lythambelles@virginmedia.com or checkout our Facebook page lythambelles FYLDE COAST RAMBLERS & FELL WALKERS Weekly walks. Alternative Saturdays half day and Sundays full day. Pick-ups at different points in the Fylde. For Saturdays ring Deborah Prest 01253 353900.

For Sundays ring Lesley Taylor on 07546 529704 BLACKPOOL IL GI TAEKWONDO SELF DEFENSE CLASSES Every Monday and Friday 6:30 to 7:30 at Blackpool Sports Centre Stanley Park. Thursday 7:00 to 8:00 at Palatine Leisure centre, St Annes road Blackpool Tuesday 6:00 to 7:30 at Palatine Community Sports College 07773 882165 or 01253 298168 www.ilgitaekwondo.org for more details SUFFER CHRONIC PAIN? Want to meet up with like-minded people? If so, contact Blackpool Smile on 07505 210402. We meet at every Tuesday at Marton United Reformed Church Hall, Wordsworth Avenue (just off Preston Old Road), Blackpool, FY3 9UZ between 09:30 & 12:30. We do gentle exercise and have a brew/chat with friends.

We always have a laugh too. You can also find us on Facebook. We’re more than happy to meet up with you for a brew/chat before you come so that is less daunting for your first time. We charge £3 p/w.

BLACKPOOL TREKKERS RAMBLING CLUB Walks are on the last Sunday of the month (except bank holidays), The coach (Jacksons) leaves Marton at 8-30am picking up through Layton and Poulton.

The cost is £8.00 for each trip and £5 for children, the length of the walks are between 5 and 7 miles and sometimes a shorter walk of 2 or 3 miles is available.

Suitable for all age groups. Contact Bernard on 764386 or 403261 for more information.

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FOREST GATE BAPTIST CHURCH Forest Gate, FY3 9AW Sunday service at 10.45am.

Monday Toddler Group 9.30am (term time). Tuesday Youth Group 7.30pm (alternate weeks) www.fgbcblackpool.co.uk

BLACKPOOL & FYLDE MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE We hold our meetings once a month at the Blackpool Centre Independent Living on Whitegate Drive, 11am-1pm. (BCIL) All welcome, we have a different speaker each month.

CALLING ALL STITCHERS Come and join us at Holy Trinity Church every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month to work on your projects and have a chat. We meet in the Pod at the back of church from 10 – 12 am.

WARTON JUNIOR BADMINGTON CLUB Sat 9-10am, 10-11.30am, 11.30-1pm ages 7-18.

Dorothy Barrett 739801 / Mike Cooper 633402

YUGIOH, POKEMON & VANGUARD WEEKLY CLUB BLACKPOOL (SAT & TUE) Join us Tuesdays 6pm-8pm and Saturdays 5.30pm8.30pm for all-ages card gaming at Marton Methodist Church, Midgeland Road, Blackpool. Tel 01253 987140 GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE

We meet every Tuesday Evening at 7.30 pm at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool.

This is a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We are now in our summer season with regular conversation meetings.

Contact: Terry 01253 867825

BLACKPOOL WYRE & FYLDE SOCIALITES GROUP The group is for all adults and we host a variety of social events,walks, cinema, meals etc inand around the Blackpool Wyre and Fylde area. We dont have a set time or venue, all events are arranged through our online calendar at www.meetup.com/BWFSocialites/ or email southsure5@gmail.com for more details.

MACMILLAN SUPPORT Macmillan help people affected by cancer every day we bake cakes, we run marathons, we listen, we advise, & we nurse. But most importantly, we make a difference. If you would like a speaker for your school, social group, friends or indeed any situation, or if you would like to get involved - give us a call or email us, we would love to hear from you.

Angie Hesketh MBE 878272 / 07792 737957 angiehesketh@tiscali.co.uk Natalie Lidstone: 07725 023027 FREEBOOTERS RAMBLING CLUB Local pick up points by coach on the second Sunday of each month from South Shore Blackpool to Preston via Lytham St.Annes. Three fully led graded walks mainly to the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

Fare £10. New members welcome.

Ring Pauline on 01253 733833 for information.

CHURCH BELL RINGING Ringing takes place on Sundays and weekly practice nights at many churches in the Fylde and learners, churchgoers and non-churchgoers alike, are always welcome. Please ring 739618 for more details MARTON OPERATIC SOCIETY New Concert Season rehearsals begin in January.

Friday evenings at St. Paul’s. To join or book a venue contact Carol. Tel: 853668 FYLDE COMMUNITY LGBT FRIENDS Meets every first Monday of every second Month across the Fylde! Come along and meet your Police Volunteer Andrew Noble and YOUR Local Police at an informal Coffee Meeting. Advice, Support and reassurance on offer. All Welcome! For details contact Andrew: andrew.noble@lancashire.pnn.police.uk

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WORKING FROM HOME? Would you like to meet others in the situation? We meet every 1st & 3rd Thurs at The Hole In One, Forest Drive, Lytham. Info: f.gray@btconnect.com FYLDE NATURALIST FORTNIGHTLY WALKS Sat 1st Aug Silverdale, Sat 15th Aug Beetham Circularsat, Sat 29th Milnthorpe. Please note our autumn & winter evening meetings start at new venue second Wednesday in each month. Wed 9th Sep Guest Speaker John Welsby ‘Hawk & Owl Rescue & Rehab’ meeting at 7:15 at forest gate Baptist church halls , off whitegate drive, blackpool please note £2 50 per person, pay on door. Our walks are not strenuous & we do not rush & enjoy the seasons. a friendly crowd, keep fit & make new friends. coach pick up points Lytham, st annes, blackpool, Layton, poulton. Ring carole 316713.

PRE-BOND RAMBLERS month walks , 2nd sunday in each month. sunday august 9th Kirkby- Stephen. 3 walks to choose from. coach pick up points bispham , blackpool, st annes, Lytham, wesham. evening meal at pub on route home. keep fit & make new friends , all welcome. ring edith 711898 MERE-LY PERFECT SOCIAL SINGING GROUP Everyone welcome. Mereside Link Up, Grizedale Road, off Preston New Road, Blackpool, FY4 4TL. Tuesdays 7.30 until 9.30. Come and join us.

TRAMSHED THEATRE COMPANY Meeting every Tuesday afternoon/evening at Montgomery High School, All Hallows Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0AZ. We offer inclusive performing arts to children, young people and adults aged 4 years upwards. Workshop fees are £30 for a term (approx 12 weeks). For more information and an application form please contact the Arts Team on 07852 498427 or email tramshedtheatre@hotmail.co.uk NATIONAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL AND DISTRICT REFORMATION Meet at the Bona-Vista Hotel 104-106 Queens Promenade, Blackpool. FY2 9NX. Tel.01253 351396. 1-0 pm for 1-30 pm on the third tuesday of the month. All old, new and associate members welcome. Come along and meet old friends, make new friends and enjoy the afternoon. For further details contact Tom Lowe, Tel. 01253 593383 FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES ‘FCS’

(part of international ‘Meetup’) have a full calendar of events for you to pick and choose from. For anyone new to the area, working in the area, or just looking to make new friends and increase social activities, this is the group for you. With over 300 meetups in two years, we must be doing something right. Check us out at www.meetup.

com/fcsocialites/ or call 07974 597097 for more info – you will be glad you did!

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DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL SUPPORT GROUP Tesco Extra Community Room, Clifton Retail Park, Blackpool. FY4 4UJ. Got Diabetes Got Questions. We can help. All Welcome. Every third Wednesday of the month. 7.00pm to 9.00pm Contact Robert, 358067 FYLDE CROQUET CLUB South Shore Tennis Club, Midgeland Road. Fresh air , competitive, strategic and fun! Meet most afternoons and Tuesday evenings – visit website www.fyldecroquet.co.uk or phone to arrange free taster session. Tel: 01253 735266 SASSY SEWERS GROUP Claremont Community centre on Claremont Road.

Tuesdays from 1.00pm to 3.30pm for Sewers and socializing. All welcome. More details Tel Christine on 593556 MIKADO PRODUCTION PLAYERS WANTED

New members needed to join us in the production of the Mikado which will be on at the Lowther in October. Rehearsals each Wednesday at St Paul’s church Whitegate Drive Blackpool, 7.30 pm. See www.

martonoperatic.co.uk or contact lynncorlett@outlook.com SAMBA DRUMMING BAND

We are Poco Loco Community Samba Band, welcoming local residents of all ages, with or without any previous experience or skills in making music. An ability to read music is not necessary and all musical instruments are supplied; all you need is a sense of rhythm. We meet to rehearse every Wednesday 7pm – 9pm at the First Step Centre, Dickson Road, Blackpool, FY1 2AP. First session is free then there is a weekly subscription. Why not come along and give it a bash or come and see us at the local galas this summer.

Further details from Jackie 01253 860049 or 07890 939850, email samba@pocoloco.org.uk or visit our website at pocoloco.org.uk BLACKPOOL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

The Hidden Gem of the Social Club Scene. Varied entertainment every afternoon & evening, including our famous Free & Easy, and Wacky Wednesday Club.

Function Room Available for Special Events & Forces Reunions. Saturday 15th August - A special evening of entertainment to commemorate and celebrate VJ Day and the end of World War ll All welcome, contact the Treasurer

on 01253 508084. King Street, Blackpool

TRIGGER POINT, TENSION RELEASING PILATES Methodist Church, Midgeland Road, Blackpool Mondays 10.45 - 11.45am

FYLDE COAST RAMBLERS

Saturday walks 01253 401135 (2 grades) Sunday walks 07546 529 704 (3 grades). Pick up points in Blackpool include Halfway House, Watson Road, Waterloo Road and Oxford Square. Website www.FyldeCoastRamblers.co.uk

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR CARERS

Carers Trust Fylde Coast Carers Centre, an independent local charity, supporting unpaid carers of all ages, hold various support groups throughout Blackpool. Come along, have a chat, meet new friends, obtain information and have a well-earned break: Evening Support Group – Held on the 1st Monday of the month 6.30-8.30pm at The Squirrel Pub, Bispham Road, Bispham. Coffee Morning– Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month 10am-12 noon at the Parks Café, Stanley Park. Join us for support, a friendly chat and refreshments.

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HIGHFIELD SCHOOL LEAVERS 1978

We are trying to locate everyone for a school reunion for for our leavers year of 1978. We all attended Highfield as it was then thus people still living in the area may know there whereabouts and be able to get a message to them.

We have set up a Facebook group page where people can contact to find more details as the reunion is being held on Saturday 19th September. The group page is www. facebook.com/groups/highfieldbpool78/. Alternatively look up your school chums, ie me Carol Taylor, Valetta Moyle, Anita Barlow, Julie Howarth, Patricia Robinson ,Paul Harwood, Peter Hardman, Neil Coward, David Summors Darryl Neal just to name a few. Please contact and visit our web page if you left Highfield in 1978 lots of silly conversations, old photos to remember.

THIS MONTH FRIENDS OF STANLEY PARK MUSIC ON THE BANDSTAND Stanley Park, Blackpool Sunday 2nd Aug Marton Operatics, 2:00 to 4:00 Sun 9th Aug Breaktone 5, Cardiac Unit, DJ & special

guest 1:00 to 5:00 Sun 16th Aug Zenith Nadir (flown in from mexico), Brother Rabbit & surprise guest. 1:00 to 5:00 Sun 23rd Aug The Cobras, The Red Rooms, The Polyesters, special appearance of Full Fat Boogie Band.

1:00 to 5:00 Sun 30th Aug Soul in the Park 1:00 to 5:00 & in the Italian Gardens, Classic car show Monday Bank Hol Mon 31st Aug The Deal, Lithium Glass Road, Glass, Gage 1:00 to 5:00.

Full listings at www.friendsofstanleypark.org.uk

BLACKPOOL TREKKERS RAMBLING CLUB. Sunday 23rd August, 8:30am Ambleside We leave Jackson`s coach garage in Marton at 8:30am picking up through Layton and Poulton on the way to Ambleside for today`s walk. The cost is £8 and £5 for children. The walk will be about 7 miles.

Contact Bernard on 64386 or 403261 for more information RSPCA DOG SHOW & CATLESS CAT SHOW Sunday 30th August, 10am - 4pm Outside Stanley Park, Blackpool 22 Classes for dogs to take part in and win prizes!

Classes are £2.00 to take part in. Judging will begin from 11am. We will have stalls including Teddy tombola, Blackpool Dog Groomer (offering nail clipping), Free Microchipping, New Goods Stall, Cake Stall, Fylde Agility Group, DJ, Guide Dogs and lots more. There is also a Catless Cat Show with 8 categories, photo entry only. Photos to be sent on or before 23rd August, £1 entry charge per category.

Registration can be done on the day or prior to the event by contact the RSPCA centre on enquiries@ rspcablackpool.org.uk or 01253 703000.

AFTERNOON TEA DANCE AT STANLEY PARK Tuesday 15th September, 2.00-5.00pm The Parks Art Deco Café, Stanley Park, Blackpool An afternoon of dancing to the Bill Barrow Quartet, with afternoon tea including sandwiches, cakes, fresh cream scones and unlimited tea and coffee.

Tickets £10 prior to the event, from Julie on 01253 393748.

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AN EVENING OF WINE TASTING Friday 25th September, 7pm Thornton Cleveleys Football Club, Bourne Road, Thornton.

Hosted by Colin from Lancashire Wine School and consisting of a socially interactive quiz comparing old wines vs. new wines. Two wines are served from the same grape variety and attendee’s compare the blind tastings and attempt to match them to the tasting notes provided and there are prizes to be won including a gift voucher, bottle of wine and books.

Also includes a demonstration on how to taste wines in a no-nonsense manner and clues to help attendees distinguish between the wines they are tasting throughout the course of the evening.

Tickets £25 per person, with a minimum contribution of £12 from each ticket sale going directly to Home Start Wyre and can be purchased online via Eventbrite.

Alternatively, book your tickets via our Facebook page, directly by email lyndseyguest@outlook.com or in person, please call or text 07875 047 405.

CARERS TRUST FYLDE COAST CHARITY CRYSTAL BALL Saturday 30th January 2016, 6.45pm-2.00am The Village Herons’ Reach Enjoy a wonderful evening at this prestigious black tie event. Fizz and canapé reception, 3 course dinner, live entertainment, awards, auction, raffle, disco and bacon butties at 1am!

Discounted tickets only £35 before 31 October 2015 from Julie on 01253 393748.

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You’re a wizard, Andrew ‘The Magic Of Lloyd-Webber’ comes to the Lowther Pavilion in Lytham St Annes on 13th September

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f you love the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber then this is one show you must not miss. Tideswell Male Voice Choir is pleased to announce their first show at the Lowther Pavilion, Lytham St Annes. On Sunday 13th September, 2015, along with their guests the choir will perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber through music and song from hit musicals such as Phantom of the Opera, and Jesus Christ Superstar, along with a range of other contemporary song and musical hits.

Tideswell Male Voice Choir is one of the most renowned vocal groups in the country and over the past few years has gained a reputation for producing top class performances in prestigious venues throughout the North West and beyond. Sell out events at Buxton Opera House, The Plaza Theatre, Stockport and Gawsworth Hall Macclesfield to name a few, is witness to the fact that productions from Tideswell Male Voice Choir are as good as they get, achieving accolades from audiences and coperformers alike.

In recent years, the choir has produced and performed events which have included such famous names as Aled Jones, The Band of the Royal Air-Force, The Bachelor’s and the original Military Wives Choir, to name just a few.

In March and May of this year, they were invited to join

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Russell Watson (The Voice) on his UK tour, ‘Up Close and Personal’ where they were afforded outstanding reviews from the press, the musicians from the show and Russell Watson himself.

Under the direction of Dennis Kay the choir’s Principal conductor and director of Music and supported by the choirs principal accompanist Christopher Ellis and Derrick Mcgill on percussion, this talented group of more than fifty performers, along with some of the country’s top young vocalist will take you on a musical journey that will leave you wanting more.

Tickets for the Lowther Pavilion show on Sunday 13th September 2015 are available from: Pavillion Box Office Telephone No: 01253 794221. Website www. lowtherpavilion.co.uk. For more information on The Magic Of Lloyd Webber visit www.tideswellmvc.co.uk

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