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Fleetwood News

Wraps come off new skate park design Fleetwood’s seafront skate park is a step nearer reality with the plans being made public for the first time A sunken bowl design has been chosen as the way forward in place of more traditional ramps in order to provide something different from the rest of the Fylde Coast. With varying heights up to 6ft and a series of hips around the perimeter, the facility has been created to suit both beginners and the more experienced. It will also be multifunctional for skateboards, scooters, bikes and skates.

The skate park, in a corner of Marine Hall Gardens, is part of Wyre Council’s Five For Fleetwood improvement scheme and plans were upgraded following a £20,000 donation from Fleetwood Town Conucil.

Councillor Peter Murphy, Cabinet member with responsibility for the Five For Fleetwood project, said: ‘The design is born out of discussions with a working group of councillors and skaters themselves and it definitely makes the best use of available space and budget. We wanted to offer something a little different, something that

would be well used and somehow fit into the surrounding landscape at the same time. We think we’ve achieved that, now we can’t wait to see it built and open.’

Councillor Terry Rogers, Chairman of Fleetwood Town Council, added: “It was our pleasure to contribute toward this great facility - another example of the two councils working together to enhance our seafront. We’re really looking forward to seeing young people from Fleetwood, in fact all over Wyre, making full use of the skate park once it opens.”

Work is due to start mid-March with an approximate completion date of late spring.

Local RSPCA News Fundraising Events

There is an Easter event and egg hunt on Saturday 4th April, from 1am to 3pm at the RSPCA Animal Centre, Old Toms Lane, Stalmine, FY6 0JR See our new centre and attend one of our animal awareness workshops. Activities include an Egg Hunt, Pie & Peas, Coffee/ Tea Van, Face Painting, Easter Raffle, Paint an egg, Name the cat tombola, Microchipping, Cake stall, Jewellery stall. Fun for all the family and helping to raise money for the animals in our care. On April 19th there is a sponsored Dog walk in Garstang from 10:30am for two hours roughly, starting at the Millenium Mosaic. Ring or email the centre for a sponsor form or for more information. On April 10th there are free micro chipping sessions at D&J Petshop on Bond Street, Blackpool FY4 1BW We are a self supporting, independently registered charity and are here to provide care for animals which have been rescued or collected by the RSPCA Inspectors. These animals have often been mistreated, abused, neglected or abandoned by their owners. We have continuing costs to support the new rehoming centre. The day to day care of these animals and the increasing veterinary bills incurred before they can go to new homes is a huge cost to the branch. We are hoping that your business will kindly consider supporting us by sponsoring a kennel or cat pen. If you join the scheme you will be given a certificate of thanks, your company name and logo will be displayed at the animal centre and you will receive our two annual newsletters. If you are a UK taxpayer, the RSPCA can now reclaim the tax on your donation, making your gift even more significant. We would be so grateful for your support and if you require any further information about our sponsorship scheme please contact the centre.

Can you offer this lady a loving foster home? Raven was rescued by one of the RSPCA Inspectors after she was found

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as a stray in a poor condition. She is an independent lady who is on the look out for a quiet home without children and where she will be the only pet. She does need an understanding owner who will take the time to build up a bond with her. Raven does like to be stroked and is becoming much more tolerant since she arrived at the centre in December. As we don’t have any history on her, we are unsure of exactly old she is but are estimating her to be 7 to 10 years old. When Raven was found, she had a skin condition which has since improved but an old injury to one of her back legs means she doesn’t walk like your average although she is not in any pain with it. We do believe that she is quite stressed and unhappy in the cattery so think a permanent foster home would be ideal for her. A permanent foster home means that the branch will cover any medical costs and will ensure that booster vaccinations, flea treatment and wormers are also provided. If you believe you can offer this lady a home or have any questions then please contact the animal centre on 01253 703000.

Further info and to donate online at www.rspcablackpool. org.uk. RSPCA Longview Animal Centre, Old Toms Lane, Stalmine, Poulton-Le-Fydle, FY6 0JR. Opening times 11am-5pm Tue-Sun. Contact: 01253 703000, enquiries@ rspcablackpool.org

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                             

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Win tickets to see UB40 announce further UK tour dates for 2015 due to massive demand

Following their sold-out UK tour of 2014, reggae stars UB40 have announced nineteen further dates in May and June. The Brummie legends recently completed the second leg of their ‘Getting Over The Storm’ tour, which has seen UK’s most successful reggae band play over forty UK shows to over 100,000 fans.

UB40’s 2015 UK tour dates, which start at Motherwell Concert Hall on Monday 4th and end at Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday 6th June, continues the band’s preference to avoid arena venues in the UK, as founding member and principal songwriter Brian Travers explains: ‘The success of this years tour has confirmed what we already knew, that it’s better to play to 100,000 people across forty intimate venues across the whole of the country rather than playing to the same number of people at six enormous domes in the same cities. It’s a much better experience for both the band and our fans, and we get to play in towns and cities we haven’t visited for many years.’

Fellow UB40 founding member and principal songwriter Jimmy Brown agrees: ‘The atmosphere in the venues on our current tour has been amazing. You can feel it from the stage and it lifts the band to a different level.

You rarely get that in an arena. We’re never happier than when we are on stage; we are a working band, it’s what we do.’

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The success of the tour is bound to rankle with UB40’s former lead singer Ali Campbell, who has repeatedly attempted to discredit his former bandmates since he walked out on them in 2008. UB40 founding member Robin Campbell said: ‘Ali has been shamelessly attempting to pass himself off as a “reformed UB40” since the start of 2014, which has confused many of our fans, the media and concert promoters all over the world. We’ve had to issue writs against Ali and two other former members. If they want to be UB40 so badly they should never have chosen to leave UB40 in the first place.’

UB40 formed in 1978, before releasing their debut album ‘Signing Off’ in August 1980, considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band.

It was the start of a career that has since seen the band have over forty UK Top 40 hit singles and achieve sales of over 100 million records, making UB40 one of the most successful British groups of all time. The band’s latest Top 30 album ‘Getting Over The Storm’ was awarded BBC Radio 2’s ‘Album Of The Week’ accolade and received 5-star reviews from the UK’s music press on its release in September 2013.

UB40 play Blackpool’s Winter Gardens Opera House on Friday 22nd May. Tickets are on sale now and available from www.ub40. co.uk, www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk or call the booking line on 0844 856 1111

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Community Computer Clinic Donation The West Fleetwood Community Computer Clinic are today providing four good specification computers to Fleetwood’s Air Cadet Squadron, following their recent appeal for redundant equipment and a large donation of equipment from an anonymous corporate donor.

Dave Carlos, Clinic organiser said “These computers are ideal for the Air Cadets whose current equipment came out of the digital ark! They are essential for the Air Cadets as they take all their exams online, and their old equipment was wholly insufficient, but of course new replacements are expensive to buy so this is ideal for them.”

A number of individuals have already donated their unused laptops and desktops which have been repurposed to those in need. But realising that companies can be community minded too, the appeal

was shared widely by Jones Harris Chartered Accountants in Fleetwood through their website and monthly newsletter. Sure enough, a number of companies came forward, including the anonymous corporate donor of these four machines.

All the computers have been data shredded so that nothing can be recovered by a new owner and then had clean operating systems, utilities and programs installed. It’s the first time the clinic has had a corporate donation of several identical machines and has been able to give them to a local group in this way.

There a few more machines ready to allocate to those who need them and the Clinic would be happy to hear from any local organisations who are interested via www.facebook.com/ wfcomputerclinic Whether you have one computer or several which you no longer need please also get in touch. All donations gratefully accepted!

Results of Life In Wyre survey Eighty two per cent of residents in Wyre are happy with where they live according to a new survey.

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he results of the 2014 Life in Wyre study were presented to Wyre Council’s Cabinet tonight(Wednesday) with members pleased at the high figure, which compares favourably to other parts of Lancashire. Several service areas also recorded improved satisfaction rates since the previous survey two years ago.

Residents were asked about their neighbourhood, what could make it better, their impressions of council services and how informed they feel. This year’s survey also included questions on health services and factors affecting people’s health.

A total of 1,395 people completed the survey, a response rate of 47%.

Roads, pavements and health services topped the list of areas that people wanted to see further improved, although these are not under Wyre Council’s direct control. Clean streets was third in the list, although in a separate question 74% said they were satisfied or very satisfied with the way the council provided this service.

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In terms of individual council services, respondents were most satisfied with coast and countryside (88%), with waste and recycling (83%) and parks and open spaces (82%) close behind.

Councillor Peter Gibson, Leader of Wyre Council, commented: ‘When you consider the economic climate and that many people are having a hard time of things, it’s reassuring to learn that 82% of residents are still happy with their communities. We were also pleased to see that satisfaction rates with individual council services have remained pretty constant even in the wake of severe Government funding cuts, a five-year Council Tax freeze and some tough decisions having to be made. The data has been broken down to town level so we can now start to look at where results haven’t been so favourable and how to address it. This is why I’d like to thank everyone who took the time to complete a survey. The feedback is invaluable in helping us shape future services, making sure resources are directed where they can be most effective.’

‘The survey has also given us valuable insight into how people prefer to learn about council services and news. Our residents magazine, Wyre Voice, is still by far the most popular choice, but there was a really big jump in the numbers who want that information via social media and e-newsletters, which shows we were right to put more time and effort into improving our digital channels.’

The full results are available to download from the council website at www.wyre.gov.uk/ lifeinwyre

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FY7 Community Beat Hello This past month has seen a number of garages and sheds broken into and fishing gear stolen. These are valuable items and quickly removed and disposed of. What would have cost the victim many hundreds of pounds to build up their fishing gear are usually traded for a fraction of the real value? I would therefore ask, have you been offered any fishing gear unusually cheap recently? If you can pass on any information to us about this and help return the property to its rightful owners we would like to hear from you. If you are storing valuable items in your sheds and garages, please make sure you have the appropriate security measures in place, and report any suspicious activity, day or night to us without delay.

The lighter nights are here at last! You’ll hear no grumbling from us now. Fingers crossed for a decent summer to help with the many local community events that are planned. We expect a change in the Anti-social Behaviour (ASB) reported to us for this season now, kids start to stop out later and where there are groups hanging about, some people’s perceptions are “they’re up to no good.” That isn’t the case a majority of the time and it is those few who do cause trouble who understandably taint people’s attitude that way. In fact, many of our ASB cases relate to the same names over and over again. We approach this from many angles to eventually resolve

and deal with the perpetrators.

Much of the time, ASB isn’t breaking the law, but it is making someone’s life a misery and can’t be tolerated. Please report any ASB that you’re suffering from, we need to know so we can start to help deal with it.

For those on the t’internet, take a look at our Lancs Police website – ‘Do It Online’ allows you to report incidents and crimes online direct through to us. You can complain and compliment and most importantly, it eases the process and frustrations sometimes encountered by making it easy to email directly to an officer. From this website you could choose to join the thousands of other people already signed up to our new ‘In The know’ text messaging service. This allows you to tailor what information we send through to you, whether it is crime prevention, news alerts, crime pattern information or witness appeals. You’ll also find we will use it to advertise job vacancies. All this is in addition to the Fleetwood Area Police facebook and twitter pages.

On the more traditional front, a real life PC/PCSO will be in the ASDA store on Dock Street on the third Saturday of each month between 1pm and 3pm.

We’re always joined by a Fleetwood Town Councillor too so between us we should be able to assist or refer on your information.

Fleetwood Museum opened for the season on Tuesday March 24th and is featuring a new temporary exhibition – Somewhere in France. It features postcards and letters sent from the Front to Lancashire families during the Great War. All items are displayed to allow visitors to read the messages on the cards. There are also displays of personal mementoes, posters and photographs of the period. The new exhibition is in the upstairs gallery. Another item of great local interest which has been installed in the Harriet Boat Hall is the huge lantern, formerly employed on Wyre Light to mark the entrance to the shipping channel. Following the disastrous fire of 1948, a large gas powered lantern took the place of the original light and it remained in place until the 1970’s.

The item arrived at the Museum thanks to the dedication and hard work of members of Fleetwood Civic Society.

We have a number of events taking place in April. The first of the monthly talks takes place on Wednesday April 15th, when Jennifer Ray will speak about World War I in Twenty Objects. The talk starts at 14.00 and Jennifer will be talking at length about some of her own personal collectionof items from the Great War.. On St. Georges Day, Thursday 23rd April at 16.00 we will be holding an English afternoon tea in the Victorian Dining Room – tea, scones and cakes interspersed with readings from Shakespeare, Betjemen, Wordsworth and others. All are welcome and tickets priced £3 are now available from museum reception. On Monday 27th April we are organising an excursion to Saltaire and Bradford leaving at 8.30. The morning will be spent in Saltaire – Titus Salt’s Industrial village, now a World Heritage Site. In the afternoon we move on to Bradford for a visit to the National Media

Museum. Tickets cost £12 and are available at museum reception. On Wednesday April 29th at 10.30 we have the next of our popular Coffee Mornings and in the afternoon at 13.30 we will stage, our first Old Fleetwood heritage walk of the season.

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COMMUNITY FLEETWOOD TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS Meetings last tuesday of each month. NORTH EUSTON HOTEL 7pm. Next meetings are 31st March & 28th April. Members of the public are welcome at all meetings. Enquiries - 01253 872444.

VISIT FLEETWOOD TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE. We have now moved and are relocated at Marine Hall, The Esplanade, Fleetwood FY7 6HF. 01253 887693 Opens (7 days a week) - 10.30am - 4.30pm.

The centre offers an extensive range of services and information: • Tickets for local, and regional events/attractions • Theatre bookings • A wide range of souvenirs, books and maps • Unusual gift ideas • Seasonal events • Information on all Wyre’s attractions, events, days out and activities FLEETWOOD RECYCLING CENTRE Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling needs. Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day www.lancswasteinfo.com FLEETWOOD MARKET 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. plus every Bank Holiday FLEETWOOD TIDE TIMES (Daily updates) www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html ACTIVITIES FYLDE COAST YMCA The Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JL. Monday: Pilates: 6.00-7.00pm. Monday: Yoga: 10.00-11.30am. 4.45-5.30pm (8-11 yrs).

Thursday Yoga class, 6.30-8pm Contact Manager 01253 872 320 LARKHOLME COMMUNITY CENTRE Monday Bingo 2.00-4.00. Tai Chi 5.30-6.30. Tuesday, Line Dancing 1.30-3.30. Wednesday, Ladies Circle 2.00-4.00. Thursday, Coffee Morning 10.3012.00noon, Patchwork Class 2.00-4.00. Friday, 38

EVENTS AT FLEETWOOD LIBRARY Special Events April 7th: and April 21st: 11.30-1.30: Worried about what you eat and if you are healthy enough? Come down to the Library and talk with Health Trainers from NCompass. Their Health and Wellbeing services support individuals to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing by offering information, guidance and practical 1-1 support. April 9th: and April 21st: 6-8: Blaze T-Shirt designing event. Calling all teenagers to come to Fleetwood Library and take part in a creative workshop where you can paint a t-shirt that expresses who you are and where you live. April 14th: and April 28th 11.30-1: Need some help or advice?

Try out Help Direct at Fleetwood library. As a support and information service for all adults aged 18 across Lancashire, Help Direct are designed to help people get the practical support, information and advice they need before a small problem becomes a crisis. Our advisors work with a wide range of organisations, community groups, charities and local councils. Why not drop in for advice around finances, home and garden, mobility, learning, leisure and volunteering?

April 14th: 2.15-3.15: The Adult Reading Group meets.

This month they will be discussing ‘The Bolter’ by Frances Osbourne. All are welcome to join the group for an informal chat over coffee and biscuits to discuss this biography about the scandalous life of Idina Sackville. April 16th: 10.30-11.30: Cryptic Crossword Group. Come and exercise those grey cells with this new group for those with a curious and clever mind.

April 21st: 2-4: Energy Savings drop in session. Bring your most recent energy bill to the library and an advisor will be able to give you an accurate quote about how much you might be able to save on your bills. April 24th 1.30-3.30: Drop by to meet an advisor from Healthwatch Lancashire at Fleetwood Library. If you are looking for information or have any compliments, comments or concerns about your local health and social care services including hospitals, GP surgeries, dentists, pharmacies, opticians or care homes, Healthwatch Lancashire wants to hear from you.

Regular Events New to Monday Mornings: 9-10.30am: E-Book

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Information Sessions. Drop into the Library for advice and assistance to set up your tablet or device to use Lancashire Libraries E-Book Service. Mondays Learn My Way beginners IT classes (by appointment only) 10am12pm. These free sessions aim to teach learners the very basics, including using a Mouse and Keyboard and sending emails. Classes are by appointment only. Please contact the Library or ask a member of staff to sign up. Also on Mondays is the Craft and Chat session in the Library which runs from 1.30pm until 3.30pm. All Welcome. Tuesdays The Job Club from 9.30am – 12noon. The Wyre Work Club will be providing help with applications, CV’s and interview techniques and the opportunity to use the computer facilities to search for employment. A drop in session, no appointment necessary. Chess Club Fleetwood Library 1.00pm-3.00pm Battle to your endgame and try to get a checkmate. All welcome. Thursdays Story Time, 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities. Fridays Baby Bounce and Rhyme 11.30am – 12.00pm, Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Judith Rhodes from the National Careers service will be available to help with employability – e.g. Universal Jobmatch & CV’s. To an appointment an appointment please call 07896933477. Saturdays Board Games Club. 11 – 12pm. Come and play all your favourite games with the whole family. Learn My Way beginners IT classes. 2pm-3pm These free sessions aim to teach learners the very basics, including using a Mouse and Keyboard and sending emails. Classes are by appointment only. Please contact the Library or ask a member of staff to sign up. Large meeting room available for hire. Please contact the Library for further details.

For further information about any of these events, or if you would like to arrange an event with us; or if you would be interested in a library staff member coming to speak to your organisation or school about the Library and its services, please contact Fleetwood Library on NORTHFLEET LIBRARY Northfleet Library next door to Flakefleet Primary School, Northfleet Avenue, Fleetwood FY7 7ND. If you need any further information about the Lancashire Library service please ask the library staff or contact Northfleet Library on 0300 123 6704, www.lancashire.gov.uk northfleet. library@lancashire.gov.uk WESTVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE Monday ASBO Surgery 2.30-4.30 pm. Tuesday Sky’s The Limit 10.00-12.00 am. Citizen’s Advice Bureau 9.00am-4.00pm (every fortnight by appointment - tel: 0844 245 1294). Wednesday Credit Union 1.00-4.00pm (by appointment only - tel: 01253 478827. Dream Scheme—8-14 year olds 6.00-8.00 pm (contact the Centre on 01253 870133) Thursday Women’s Aid 10.00-12.00 am (tel: 01253 752014) Citizen’s Advice Bureau 9.00-4.00 pm (once a month by appointment - tel: 0844 245 1294) Friday Disability First Computer 9.30-1.30 pm (by appointment — contact Martin on 07837 874837) Sunday Emmaunel Church West 10.00-12.00 pm (Contact Rob Guinney on 07580 356664) www.westviewcommunity.org.uk

WYRE WOMEN’S CENTRE Based at the Beehive Centre, 85 Manor Road, Fleetwood.

We are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am until 4pm and we provide a safe environment for women to access practical and emotional support. We offer support with a broad range of issues including; domestic violence, housing support and advice, support with offending issues, substance misuse advice, health and well being, debt budgeting advice and family/parenting support. We offer one to one support, training/learning and volunteering opportunities. 07525 124119.

WYRE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Monday: Surestart Childrens Centre, Kemp Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6JX. Tuesday: West View Community Centre, 2 Eden Avenue, Fleetwood, FY7 8DH. Clients can make an appointment by calling Lancashire West Citizens Advice Bureaux telephone gateway on 01772 424282, also by visiting any one of the above venues who can book an appointment on behalf of clients with the telephone gateway.

THE ZONE WYRE Info Centre @The Zone Open Wednesday and Friday between 12:30 noon and 4:30 pm. We will still be offering information, support and advice on things that are important to you. We offer support on topics including education, jobs and training opportunities, housing, health, relationships and benefits. Most importantly there will be non-judgement supportive staff who will listen to your concerns. Contact: Sarah Butters 01253 775100.

FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk UNKNOWN SCOUT EXPLORER UNIT Broadway Rooms, Broadway, Fleetwood Unknown Explorer Scouts is open to both boys and girls aged 14 to 18 years old and Meets on Friday nights, 19:30 to 21:00 A full range of activities is available, both indoor and outdoor.

Contact Gareth Bates 07732399499 join@unknownesu. org.uk or unknownesu@btinternet.com 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 GIRLGUIDING NEEDS MORE LEADERS Wyre Division needs more Leaders, It’s not to late to join the worlds largest Girl led organisation.

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REGULAR EVENTS YOGA CLASS At Fleetwood Library: Yoga Mondays: 6.00pm - 7.30pm.

FLEETWOOD WOMENS’ INSTITUTE Broadway Rooms, St Nicholas Church, Fleetwood. Meets every 3rd Tuesday starting at 2pm. Doors open at 1.30pm. Our next dates: 21st April and 19th May 2015. There is a varied programme throughout the year including, but not limited to, travel slides and talks, cake decorating, gardening etc. and we also have lunches, excursions and other events.

More information from Pam Tel: 01253 873991 or Anne Tel: 0777 4542402 MUSTARD SEED GROUP St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, each Mon evening, from 6pm to 9pm. If you are lonely, need guidance about any issues, do come along. You will be offered a hot meal, and the chance to talk with professional volunteers who are available for discussion and private conversation BINGO Senior Citizens Club, Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood.

Every Monday, Wednesday (not 1st Weds of the month) and Saturdays eyes down 7.30pm open from 6.45pm. Refreshments available. Everybody welcome. 01253 873480 SIMPLY MEDITATE CLASSES Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Fleetwood Library, North Albert Street FY7 6AJ Tel: 352721 www. meditationinblackpool.org.uk RegCharity no.

1080291 NEW VENTURE CLUB 88 Warren Street, Fleetwood FY7 6EA. Bingo: Tuesday and Thursday 7pm Dominoes. Weds 2pm and Saturday 7pm Whist: Wednesday 7pm and Friday 2pm Please Call 01253 822842 RNA We meet 1st Sunday every month at the conservative Club, Lowther Road, Fleetwood. We welcome ex navy, merchant navy, relatives or just become a social member - nominal cost.

Angela Patchett on 878747 PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Our main aims are to give support to people with Parkinson’s Disease, their families and friends. We are a small independent group and meet on a weekly basis at our hall at the top of Bold Street, right next to the North Euston Hotel. Our meetings are run on a “drop in” basis every Wednesday between 10.a.m. and 3.00 p.m. Tea, coffee and biscuits are served in a very informal, comfortable atmosphere.

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volunteers can join in too. These exercises will not halt the progression of the disease but they do promote a feeling of well being and are mentally stimulating ( as well as being a good laugh in the process!!) The exercise session is at 12.noon. So if you are affected by Parkinson’s Disease in any way whatsoever, why not give us try, you never know, we might be just that extra tonic you need. Also if you feel like volunteering to help out in any way, pop in on any Wednesday and see what you think. We do hold other regular events, initially they were for fund raising but they are becoming more for the social side now. Sue on 0755 4623 231 e mail: parkinsonsprestonandfleetwood@gmail.com NORCROSS CRICKET CLUB As we head towards the warmer weather, another cricket season looms large. Do you or your children want to get involved in cricket? If so Norcross Cricket Club are looking for you! Norcross CC are on the lookout for new players to join our club. We currently have 3 senior teams, 2 play Saturdays and a Sunday Side. We also have a junior section looking to cater for all age groups from 10 years old and upwards Indoor nets are currently underway on Tuesdays from 6pm – 8pm for seniors and older juniors at Millfield High School in Thornton. Further details can be obtained from any of the names below. Outdoor nets will be starting in early April(once the sun has started to make an appearance!). The club will also be taking part in Cricketforce during the last weekend in March making the ground presentable for the new season.

If you feel your playing days are over, but would still like to help the club in an admin role or help in any way, you would be made very welcome.

Further info from: Ian Davies 07846853690, Secretary Tracy Newcombe (norcycc@btinternet.com) Coach Roger Garlick 07539814295 (Evening Gazette All Stars Award Coach of the Year) ZUMBA WITH YVETTE Wednesday at 6.30pm at Fleetwood Cricket Club, Broadwater, Fleetwood, FY7 8AS. Suitable for ladies of all ages and fitness levels. T: 07540 777240 FLEETWOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This meeting is for anyone affected by any type of cancer. The group meets on the first Weds of each month at the Euston Hotel Fleetwood FY7 6BN, 6.30 8pm. All welcome. Contact Rita Hewitt 07749 631661.

ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY DEMENTIA CAFES We meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. 10am -12:00 first Thurs of the month. For further info contact the Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre Alzheimer’s Society Office on 696854 FLEETWOOD & CLEVELEYS LIONS Our meetings are on the 4th Weds of every month and are held in a light-hearted manner, we also try to hold a social each month with varied content “Come and have a look at the Lions, we roar not bite” Contact Lion President Stuart Gratrix on 875548 WYRE QUAD ST. JOHNS AMBULANCE We meet every Wednesday evening at Farmer Parrs in Fleetwood. Adults (18+ years) 8.30pm9.30pm. Youth Division also meets on a Wednesday evening at Farmer Parrs Badgers (5-10 years old) 6pm-7pm Cadets (10-18 years old) 7pm-8.15pm.

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We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to learn basic life saving skills. As well as first aid we also cover lots of other fun activities and earn various badges and certificates. Gemma Mellow 07969 441058 or email gemma.mellow@sja.org.uk FLEETWOOD ARTS SOCIETY Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road Tuesday Evenings 7-9pm, 777679 New Members Welcome ST JOHN AMBULANCE BADGERS Every Weds at Farmers Parrs in Fleetwood, 6pm-7pm St John Ambulance Wyre Unit which covers Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Poulton. Sessions for 5-10 year olds and for 11-18 year olds to earn a young first aider certificate and lots of other subjects to earn awards within St. John ambulance. The children will learn some life saving first aid and have lots of fun too! the first week is free so come along and see what you think.tasha_rio_2005@hotmail.com, Tel: 07584 132991 LITTLE FISHES PARENT & TODDLER GROUP at Emmanuel church, term time Fridays 9.30-11.30 £1.50 per family, refreshments included. Starting Friday 6th September CSI: CARER SUPPORT & INFORMATION Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month, from 1.002.30pm, for a ‘Coffee & Cake’ session at Fleetwood Fire Station. General chat, guest speakers and workshops related to caring for a loved one at home.

We also meet monthly for our Time2gether lunches and social events which can be found on our website at: www.csi-wyre.co.uk. Separate groups also for our CSI:Ladies, CSI:Male Carers and CSI:Young Adult Carers.

Online support and information available on Facebook and Twitter or email csi_wyre@outlook.com or telephone/ text 07935 751 228 LANCASTER INFANTRY REGIMENT MUSEUM Fulwood Barracks, Watling Street Rd, Fulwood, Preston PR2 8AA. We cherish the memory of the historic infantry regiments of Central Lancashire, including the East Lancashire, South Lancashire, and Loyal North Lancashire Regiments, the Lancashire Regiment (Prince of Wales Volunteers) and the Queen’s Lancashire Regiment. We are also proud to collect and collate the records of today’s Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment.

We are open to the public on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm. Free entry and free parking.

TRACE YOUR ANCESTORY If you need help tracing your ancestors come and join us. LFH&HS Fylde branch meet every 2nd Wednesday every month at 7.30 in the Church Hall of St Martin & St Hilda Fleetwood Road Carleton FY6 7NL. website www.lfhhs.co.uk for more info or call 01253 858058 FLEETWOOD TRAVEL GROUP Fleetwood Travel Group meets at Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road. Meetings start at 7.30pm and admission is £2. March 9th Chris & Keith Buxton will tell us about VANCOUVER ISLAND. March 23rd Pam Dowson talks of her visit to VIETNAM. All these will be illustrated talks Contact Gwyneth 873148, Pat Mead 878927 or Dorte 779361.

FLEETWOOD RADIO ENTHUSIAST GROUP We meet on a Tuesday at this time of the year we meet on every Tuesday at the Strawberry Gardens pub Poulton Rd Fleetwood FY76TF other nights from spring until autumn we are operating from outside at various locations our events list is on the website & facebook. www.fleetwoodradiogroup.moonfruit.com/ www.facebook.com/fleetwood.enthusiasts, Email:gb0frg@hotmail.com, Contact John M0JFE 07940815659 FLEETWOOD LIFELONG LEARNING We meet Fortnightly on a Monday at 2.00pm in Fletwood Library. Our speakers for April are as follows: Mon 13th April David Evans will speak on ‘Hidden History of the Fylde’. Mon 27th April Barry Band will speak on ‘Ladies of the Theatre’.

All are welcome and there will be refreshments of tea, coffee and biscuits at each meeting.

BWF DIVING ACADEMY COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY Learn to Dive the Poolside ASA Diving Award Scheme.

BWF Diving is searching for the next generation of joung divers (Boys & Girls age 6-11) to represent BWF Diving Academy at regional and National competitions.

If your kid is 6-11 yrs of age and has a background in Gymnastics, Trampolining, dancer or Acrobatics, we would like to hear from you and invite your kid to a TRY DIVE FREE SESSION. Lessons based at Rossall School Swimming Pool. Tuesdays 5:30 - 6pm and 6 - 6:30, Wednesdays 6 - 6:30pm, Saturdays 10:30 11am and 11 - 11:30 Contact: BWF Diving Head Coach, Tel: 07956 505 759. E-mail: bwfdivingacademy@outlook.com ZUMBA FITNESS with Barry, Tuesdays 8pm, Thursdays 8pm Fleetwood High School Come along and get into shape the best possible way. Burn upto 1000 calories, feel & look fabulous. £4.50 per class. No need to book 07922 688009 THE PURPLE MOUNTAIN SPIRITUAL CENTRE 60 Bold Street, Fleetwood FY7 6HL All are welcome, Thursdays Mediumship, Philosophy & Open circle Service 7.30pm -9pm / £3 Donation. Fridays Trance Mediumship & Healing Service 7.30pm -9pm / £5 Donation. Tea and coffee available after each service.

Phone 07541372445 Find us on facebook. Visit us einsteininitiative.com FLEETWOOD & DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY are rehearsing for a Mozart Evening on May 9th Included are Requiem, Coronation Mass and Ave Verum. We rehearse on Friday nights at 7-30 pm at Trinity Baptist Church Poulton Rd Fleetwood.

New Members are welcome. Further information at fleetwoodchoral.org.uk or tel 855655 KNIT AND NATTER WITH SUE Once a fortnight 1.30 to 3pm at the Parkinson Centre next to the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood on Mondays. For Mondays Knit & Natter please telephone 07538 879940 to confirm dates ‘WARBLERS ON’T WYRE SINGING GROUP Meets at the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood. Every Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm. Admission 50p. ALL WELCOME!

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ARE YOU 16 - 19 YEARS OLD AND UNEMPLOYED? Whether you want to: Get info on jobs, college and training opportunities, Get support from friendly staff, Get help with CVs, application forms and interviews, Get support with benefits and housing advice, Apply for a free bus pass (16 – 18 yr olds only), Access additional trips and activities. We are now running Information Drop - In sessions across Wyre. MONDAY 12.00pm - 3.00pm Milton Young Peoples Centre, Milton Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6QW. THURSDAY 1.00pm - 4.00pm Martindale Park off Chatsworth Ave WRENS ASSOCIATION (FLEEWOOD) BRANCH Calling all Ex-Wrens residing in the Fylde Coast Area. We meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the R.N.L.I. Station, Fleetwood at 10-30a.m. for coffee and chat and the occasional day trip. For more information call Sheila on 01253 402415 CRAFT GROUP Meets every Monday 10 am till 1pm at the Parkinson Centre, next to the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood.

Tuition and materials all provided by Sue at £4 per person.

FLEETWOOD OLD BOYS BAND Has been around for quite a few years now. We are always on the lookout for new members and as we have another busy year ahead we especially want people to join now. We meet every Wednesday (except Christmas time) in the Fleetwood Conservative Club , Lowther Road at 19.45. All are welcome, novices or players of the side drum, tenner drum, bugle and bell-lyre.

CHARLIES CHEEKY CHIPMUNKS Baby & Toddler group. Each Thursday 9am-11am (Term-time only) Come and join in the fun! Open to all members of the community. Entrance free.

Charles Saer Community Primary School, Grange Road, Fleetwood. Telephone 01253 874787

THIS MONTH LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD 1st April, 2.30pm Marine Hall At Easter, Magic Light Productions presents this hilarious adaptation of the much loved traditional story, Little Red Riding Hood. Come along and enjoy this fun filled show for all the family. Tickets £8

THE ROOF - ALL DAYER Easter Sunday, 5th April, 3pm to 3am Scrooges Bar, Milbourne St, Blackpool

Audio Factory’s ‘The Roof’ teams up with Preston’s ‘Bd Wax Audio’ this Easter Sunday for an all day event. From 3pm-3am the cream of the local DJ scene will be bringing you the best of Indie, Funk, Rock, Soul, Hip Hop, House, Breakbeat, Dub, Reggae, DnB and Techno.

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NEFARIOUS HAIR 10TH ANNIVERSARY MASQUERADE BALL Saturday 18th April, 7pm The Imperial Hotel, North Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 2HB In aid of Cystic Fibrosis Trust & Derian House Children’s Hospice. Tickets are £35 per person and include a welcome drink, 3 course meal and an evening of entertainment.

To book call Ellen 01253 353311, www.nefarioushair.co.uk RSPCA SPONSORED DOG WALK Sun 19th April, 10:30am Commencing from the Millenium Mosaic, behind The Discovery Centre on the High Street in Garstang

A short circular walk along the River Wyre, a quiet lane, fields and a disused railway line. The walk involves stiles, allow around 2 hours to complete the walk. In aid of RSPCA Blackpool.

To take part contact the animal centre for a form on 01253 703000 or email enquiries@rspcablackpool.org.uk FLEETWOOD & CLEVELEYS LIONS FASHION SHOW Monday 27th April at 7.30 North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood Seating is restricted. Tickets available at £6. Top Models will be showing off fashions from local Fashion Houses

FLEETWOOD AND DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY 9th May, 7:30pm St Peter’s Church, Fleetwood, Fleetwood and District Choral Society are performing Works by Mozart including the Requiem, The Coronation Mass and Ave Verum. Entrance is £10. The conductor is Alistair MacKenzie.

Kate Condron Tel: 855655 THE CHUCKLE BROTHERS 29th May, 2pm Marine Hall There’s more half term fun in May when The Chuckle Brothers arrive with their brand new show – The Chuckles of Oz! Join brothers Paul and Barry in this sensational new version of the familiar Wizard of Oz story. £14, family of 4 £52

RSPCA EASTER EVENT & EGG HUNT Saturday 4th April, 11am to 3pm RSPCA Animal Centre, Old Toms Lane, Stalmine, FY6 0JR

See our new centre and attend one of our animal awareness workshops. Activities include an Egg Hunt, Pie & Peas, Coffee/Tea Van, Face Painting, Easter Raffle, Paint an egg, Name the cat tombola, Microchipping, Cake stall, Jewellery stall. Fun for all the family and helping to raise money for the animals in our care.

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A-TEAM @ THE ZONE (for Young People aged 11 – 25 reviewed at 19 Years old) with learning difficulties and additional needs Openings: Monday 5:30 – 8:30, Cost: £1.00 (All subs go back into your provision) Activity Info: Available – Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Baking & Cooking, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Alongside this we have a range of projects running. Contact: Michelle Beavers 01253 775100 YOUTHY @ THE ZONE (for Young People aged 13 - 19 Years) Openings : Tuesday- 6:30 – 9:30, Wednesday 6:30 – 9:30, Friday- 6:00 – 9.00. Cost : 50p (all subs go back into provision) Activity Info: Available – Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Baking & Cooking, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Alongside this we have a range of projects running, trips and residential experiences. Opportunities to gain AQA accreditation and non AQA accreditation –ASDAN, DofE, etc. Contact: Michelle Beavers 01253 775100 TARGETED NEET (NOT IN EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT OR TRAINING) Drop in for Young People 16 – 18 who are case loaded to Targeted Youth Support workers.

Openings: Tuesday 1:00 – 4:00, Cost – N/A. Activity Info: Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Tea & Toast. Organised trips Contact: Louise Ashcroft – 01253 775100 INFO ZONE Need support? Advice? or guidance ? Around education, employment or training, Housing or any other issues that you may have. Wednesday & Fridays 12:30 – 4:30. Contact us on 01253 775100 1ST FLEETWOOD SCOUTS Scout Hut, St. John’s Ave, Fleetwood www.1stfleetwoodscoutgroup.org.uk 1st Fleetwood Scout Group is open to both boys and girls and meets on Tues, Wed & Thurs nights.

Tuesday is Beaver Scouts aged 6-8 Section Leader Belinda Armstrong. Scouts is Wednesday aged 1014 years Section Leader is Clare May. Thursday is Cub Scouts aged 8-10 years Section Leader Tracy Douglas. Camping, Hiking, climbing, backwoods cooking, trips out, IT, DIY, to name just a few 46

activities. There are loads of badges and awards the children can work towards gaining, to suit all ages, interests and capabilities. Contact Belinda Armstrong 877818. a.b.armstrong@btinternet.com 1301 (FLEETWOOD) SQUADRON, AIR TRAINING CORPS - NOW RECRUITING Grange Road, Fleetwood FY7 8BH. (Tues & Thurs only) Time: 7 – 9:15pm Tues & Thurs. Age: 13-20. A variety of opportunities are on offer to the cadets including flying, gliding, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sport, UK and overseas camps, first aid training plus many more activities. See our webpage for more details. The organisation is staffed

by Adult Volunteers and we are always looking for interested adults from the local community to join us. Contact: Sqn Ldr Kath Lane Tel: 01253 870493 Email: oc.1301@aircadets.org www.1301aircadets.org 15TH FLEETWOOD ST. EDMUNDS RAINBOWS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Rainbows, Brownies & Guides in Fleetwood.

Rainbows age 5-7, Brownies age 7-10, Guides age 10+. Lots of activities, badges to earn, trips and holidays. To apply to join any of our units please register your interest at www.girlguiding.org.uk or call us on 0800 1 69 59 01.

FLEETWOOD GYM FOOTBALL Team Training Times Under 6’s Saturdays 10am King Georges (Outside) and Mondays 5-6 Fleetwood High School (Inside) £3 a week Under 7’s Saturdays 10 am King Georges (Match or Training) and Mondays 6-7 Fleetwood High School (Inside) Under 8’s Saturdays 10 am Match or Training and Tuesday 5-6 and Thursday 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 9’s League Games Sat 10am and Tues 6-8 at Fleetwood High School (Inside) Under 10’s League Game Sat and Mon 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 11’s League Game Sunday and Training Tuesdays and Wednesdays 7-8pm at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 12’s League Games Sundays, Training Monday 6-7 and Wednesday 7-8 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 13’s League Games Sunday and Training Thursdays 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 14’s Yellows and Blues League Games Sundays and Training Wednesdays 8-9 at Fleetwood High (Outside) All Fleetwood Gym teams subs are only £4 a week and each player receives a FREE Playing Kit, Training Kit and Tracksuit.

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ARMY CADETS Preston Street, Fleetwood. 01772 717078 www.lancashirearmycadets.com Mon & Weds 7-9pm (turn up on Night) Age: (Year 8) 12-18 yrs 9 months Cost: Free 4-6 trial period followed by £10 enrolment fee (to cover insurance) and you will receive a free uniform.

Group run by Adult Volunteers FLEETWOOD KITE CLUB LAND & SEA Anything kites, beach and recreational related, action packed,fun and friendly atmosphere. During the winter months we meet every other Saturday between 1pm-3pm and during the summer months our club flyin’s run on every other Wednesday evening 6pm-8pm.0795 643 8805 Phil-fkc@hotmail.com www.fleetwoodkiteclub.co.uk TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 206 Poulton Road, Fleetwood FY7 7LB Time: Children’s Club every Thursday evening term time only, 5.30 - 7pm. Age: 5-14. We have lots of activities on the Thursday such as football, crafts & cooking. Audrey Doyle on 01253 875618.

FLEETWOOD MULTI STARS SPORTS CLUB Fleetwood High School, Broadway, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 8HE Joanne: 01253 776093 / 07519 353131 Ronan: 887369 ronan.mcmahon@wyre.gov.uk Tues, 5pm - 6pm Disability Football Session Weds, 6pm - 7pm Disability Multi-Sport Session Thurs, 6pm - 8pm Disability Trampolining and Alternative Sport Session All activities are for boys and girls aged 8 - 20 yrs FLEETWOOD SEA CADETS Princes Way, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 8PG 01253 771866 fleetwoodseacadets@btinternet.com www.units.ms-sc.org/fleetwood Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Fri. Age: 10-18 yrs. Fleetwood Sea Cadets is open to all young people aged 12 - 18.

The Marine Cadets is for young people aged 13 - 18 and has a Junior Sections open to 10 - 12 years of age.

It is Britain’s most successful nautical organisation for the development of young people.

FY7 DISTRICT AMATEUR SWIMMING GROUP www.fleetwoodswimclub.co.uk Keen young swimmers should come along to Fleetwood YMCA Swimming Pool, The Esplanade, Fleetwood on Monday or Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm. to 7.30pm for a free trial, speak to the coach on the pool. Or at Poulton YMCA Pool, Breck Road, Poulton on Tuesdays 6pm to 7pm. For info please see website.

THE MOUNT TAEKWONDO CLUB Mondays & Thursdays £2.50 17:25 to 19:00 at Broadway Rooms, St Nicholas’ Church, Broadway, Fleetwood. Saturdays £3.00 10:00 to 11:00 at Fleetwood Leisure Centre (YMCA), The Esplinade, Fleetwood.Try Taekwondo, Challenge Yourself! Keep Fit, Have Fun, Learn Self Defence & Compete.

Mixed Class open to all ages from 6 and above.

First Lesson free and family discounts. Chris Frost 07562179552 or Paul Barton 07834183746. mounttaekwondo@hotmail.com Search on Facebook for: Mount Taekwondo Fleetwood MULTI SPORTS FOR DISABLED PEOPLE Fleetwood Leisure Centre, YMCA Wednesdays 10.15-11.15 £3 per person Want To Try Lots Of Fun Sports, Activities & Games, Meet New People And Stay Healthy While Having A Great Time? If The Answer Is Yes...

Then Why Not Come Along To Our Weekly MultiSport Sessions. Contact Chris Debar Sports Officer for Wyre Council 01253 887209

ROYAL FUNK DANCE TROUPES Royal Funk: Aged 11+ Classes Sundays 5-7pm and Mondays %.30-7.30pm. Classes £4.50 each.

Royal Funk Miniatures: Age 5-10 years. Class Monday 4.30-5.30pm. Class £4.

All troupe members get to perform in shows, competitions, charity events and cabarets. Royal Funk have reached the Finals of the International Choreographic Awards for the last 2 years.

07874922223 royalfunkdancing@yahoo.co.uk TOMMYS YMCA LOFTHOUSE BUILDING Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood www.fleetwoodcyp.org.uk. One year membership £2.00 then 50 pence per night. Monday & Wednesday: Seniors Year 7 and above 6:45pm 9:30pm. Tuesday & Thursday: Juniors Year 5 and above 5:45pm -7:45pm. Boxing sessions: Monday to Thursday Juniors 5:30pm - 6:30pm Seniors 6:30pm 7:30pm (Requires additional Membership).

WYRE WHEELS Fleetwood YMCA Leisure Centre,Fridays 1.30pm3.30pm £3.50 per person. A cycling programme for people with disabilities or extra/additional needs.

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FLEETWOOD TAEKWONDO CLUB Crescent buildings (Next to the North Euston Hotel) Bold Street, Fleetwood. We offer a diverse training programme with Traditional,Mixed and Sport sessions. All ages from aged 4 upwards catered for.

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TRAINING TIMES Monday 6.15 to 7.30 Traditional Tuesday 6.00 to 7.15 Mixed, Wednesday 6.15 to 7.30 Sport, Thursday 5.00 to 6.00 Peawees 6.00 to 7.15 All other grades.FIRST LESSON FREE Look us up at www.fleetwoodtkd.co.uk e-mail: instructor@fleetwoodtkd.co.uk BLACKPOOL WYRE & FYLDE DIVING ACADEMY Could you be the next Tom Daley??? Learn to Dive the FUNdamentals of Poolside Diving ASA Award Scheme. BWF Diving is searching for the next generation of divers (Boys & Girls age 6-14) to represent BWF diving academy at Regional Novice Competitions. If your child is 6-14 yrs of age and has a background in Gymnastics, Trampolining, dancer or Acrobatics, we would like to hear from you, register for a FREE TRY DIVE SESSION. All participants must be able to Swim 25m. Lessons based at Rossall School Swimming Pool Fleetwood. Tuesdays 5:30 6pm and 6 - 6:30, Wednesdays 6 - 6:30pm, Saturdays 10:30 - 11am and 11 - 11:30.

Contact: Hugo Ordonez, BWF Diving Head Coach, North West Diving Development Co-ordinator. Tel: 07956 505 759, E-mail: bwfdivingacademy@outlook.com CAFE 3ONE6 (YOUTH CAFE) Held at the cafe 208 Lord Street, Fleetwood, Tel: 873098 Time: 7-9pm every other Friday. Please check by phone/notice in cafe for update to opening days in 2015 Free drinks and toast in a friendly and safe environment (all staff CRB checked).

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BREAKING BREAD, every Tuesday at 12.00noon at St. David’s Hall. A fabulous meal, in great company, for just £3.

Can’t be bad! Do come and see for yourself. Why not come earlier and join in the Service first at 11.30am.

WEDNESDAY CLUB, every Weds, at St. Wulstan’s Green Hut, Poulton Road, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. A great “cuppa”, and a game of Bingo if you’re lucky.KNIT & NATTER GROUP – every Wednesday afternoon from 1pm to 3pm at St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street. Everyone is very welcome to join this happy group.

MUSTARD SEED GROUP – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, every Monday evening, from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. If you are lonely, need guidance about any issues, do come along.

You will be offered a hot meal, and the chance to talk with professional volunteers who are available for discussion and private conversation.

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH Poulton Road, Fleetwood. Mondays 13.30 Prayer time all welcome, 14.30 Ladies Fellowship Meeting with refreshments afterwards.19.30 Bible study and Prayer time, refreshments afterwards.Tuesdays 10-12 noon Craft and Chat group all welcome. Bring your project along whether cross stitch, knitting, card making and enjoy a chat and a cuppa.Thursdays 10.30 -12.30 Bible study and prayer time followed by lunch together. All welcome.

17.30 - 19.00 children and youth club , fun programme of craft, games, cooking and snack.

Friday ; last Friday of each month (also first Friday in August) Luncheon club 11.45 all welcome, funds raised go to the Fisher men’s mission.

Sunday Services Morning 10.45 , with Sunday School and Youth group also.18.30 Evening Service .

For further information contact Mrs. A.Doyle 01253 875618 EMMANUEL CHURCH (we have two sites, Mount Church on Mount Rd and also Lofthouse Way) Sunday services at 10.30am and 6pm, everybody welcome both services held at the mount church, Mount Road.

Little Fishes baby & toddler group at 9.30-11.30 every Friday (term time only) at Lofthouse Way (£1.50 admission includes refreshments) Kidzone – childrens club for school years 1-6, 6th & 20th March, 17th April, 1st & 15th May, 12th & 26th June, 10th & 24th July, 50p admittance plus a tuck shop FLEETWOOD SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Fleetwood Spiritualist Church, 5, Oak St. Fleetwood Sundays 6.30 pm Divine Service, Mondays 7.30 pm Spiritual Healing, Tuesdays 7.30 pm Open Circle, Fridays afternoon 1.30 meditation with coffee & cakes to follow

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UNITED REFORMED CHURCH will be holding their monthly coffee morning on Wednesday 15th April in the Church Hall on Dronsfield Road at 10:30 until noon. There will be a bookstall, raffle and bring and buy. Refreshments. Entrance is 50p all are welcome.

Info: 01253 777451 or http://fleetwood.urc.org.uk FLEETWOOD CHURCHES TOGETHER LENT LUNCHES 2015 27th Feb Emmanuel at The Mount 6th Mar United Reformed Church with support followed by Womens World Day of Prayer at 2.00pm 13th Mar Trinity Methodist with St David’s 20th Mar Trinity Baptist 27th Mar St Nicholas’ with St Wulstan’s. Between 11.45am and 1.15pm. Our designated Charity this year is the Fishermen’s Mission TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH, FLEETWOOD ROAD Services each Sunday at 10.45am First Friday Service at 10am followed by a Coffee Morning from 10.30am Third Wednesday at 10.30am Coffee Morning Fourth Sunday 9.30am to 10.30am Breakfast At Trinity for young people from 5 to 13 years. Lots of fun and activities including breakfast, games, video story, craft, all in an hour!

2nd April Maundy Thursday Service at 10am 3rd April Good Friday Service at 10am 16th and 30th April Ladies Friendship Circle 13th and 27th April Ladies In-Set All are welcome to our services, coffee mornings and meetings.

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THE MOUNT RACING CLUB UPDATE

THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF RACING Eva Clare

Returned to action at Southwell on Tuesday March 3rd after a 143 day lay off and ran a solid race in what was quite a hot little contest. Straight from the gates opening they went a blistering pace and Eva did well to stay with the leading group but as they approached the 2f pole it was quite clear that Samhain the well punted favourite had a lot up his sleeve and he readily pulled clear without coming off the bridle. To her credit Eva plugged on gamely but started to tire in the last furlong due to her absence and eventually came home 5th beaten 5 lengths. The main thing today was getting Eva back on a track again and her coming home in one piece, which she did. She can take a lot of credit from the run as she was always up in the firing line and had a couple of pretty useful race fit C&D specialists in behind her at the end. We’re pleased to report she’s come out of the race fine and will come on a lot for it. Her next target will be a race at Redcar on Easter Monday April 6th, it’s a 61-75 Fillies only Handicap over 5f and is ideal for her as its against her own sex and she will race off a 3lb lower Mark of 65 which is her Turf rating.

Fidelma Moon

Happy to report that Karl and the team are more than pleased with the way Fidelma is coming along. She is more or less ready to run now and should be out in the first couple of weeks in April. There are plenty of options for her on the All Weather at Wolverhampton, where she has already won, and on the Turf. It’s just a case of which way Karl decides to go with her as a stating off point. One thing for sure is she looks a very nice prospect for the year ahead and one we are all looking forward to seeing on the track

Middleham Open Day 2015

The annual event takes place on Good Friday which this year falls on April 3rd and is a must for all horse racing fans. There are 14 stables situated around the village of Middleham with over 500 horses housed in them and on this day the yards throw open there doors and invite everyone to come along and see first hand what goes on behind them. As well as Karl Burkes yard there are other high profile ones to see including Mark Johnston and Ann and George Duffields to name two. It’s a great day out and we will be in attendance up at Spigot Lodge stables so why not pop along and say hello.

Anyone who would like to get involved with us or would like to know any more details about us can do so by contacting Geoff Holden 07852 153969 or Andy Eaton 07940 202312 or by visiting our new website www.themountracingclub.co.uk

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