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Five Wyre parks among the best in Britain Green Flags are flying proudly at five of Wyre’s parks, as Keep Britain Tidy unveils this year’s recipients of their prestigious awards.

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Green Flag Awards recognise and reward the best parks and green spaces across the country. A Green Flag flying overhead is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent facilities.

Councillor David Henderson, Cabinet member with responsibility for parks at Wyre Council, said. “I’m absolutely delighted to receive five Green Flag Awards and official recognition that our parks are among the best in the country.

“We take great care of our green spaces in Wyre because we know how important they are to communities. It’s particularly great news that Memorial Park has earned a flag at the first time of applying, following comprehensive restoration work funded by the Heritage and Big Lottery Funds.

“I’d like to thank our parks and open spaces staff and all the volunteers, fundraisers and Friends groups for their invaluable help looking after them.”

PHOTO: Memorial Park, Fleetwood

£10,000 regeneration boost for Fleetwood

Team Fleetwood will comprise representatives of Wyre Council, Fleetwood Town Council, Fleetwood Civic Society, Fylde Coast YMCA, Fleetwood Town Football Club, Fleetwood Chamber of Trade, Blackpool and the Fylde College, Lancashire County Council, NW Training Group, Freeport Shopping Village, ASDA, Regenda Housing Association, The Princes Trust, LeftCoast, National Citizen Service and schools.

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Fleetwood is to receive £10,000 to help develop an economic plan for the area and kick start economic growth.

he Department for Communities and Local Government has announced the award following a successful bid by Wyre Council.

A new Fleetwood Coastal Community Team is being established bringing together local business, councils and people to coordinate regeneration and manage the project.

‘Team Fleetwood’ wants a make over for the town centre and will use the community’s self-help culture to make it happen. This team of activists will also prepare an action plan which will set the direction for the town’s future development.

Councillor Peter Murphy, Cabinet member with responsibility for economic development at Wyre Council, said: “This funding will kick start plans to rejuvenate the town centre and complement all the other developments underway on the seafront and throughout Fleetwood.

“Although Fleetwood is below the regional average for empty shops, we want to see them filled and its image improved. It’s a real team approach bringing together partners from local business, community and charity groups, and we want to inspire shopkeepers to join with us in making over the town.”

Chairman of Fleetwood Town Council, Councillor Terry Rogers, said: “I’m over the moon about this funding and looking forward to working with Wyre Council and our partners to improve how the town centre looks. I also hope to attract further investment as the project develops.”

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Coastal Communities Minister Mark Francois said: “Coastal Community Teams will help decide where investment goes because local people know best what is needed to grow their local economy.”

Along with being awarded £10,000 to kick start work, the team will also be able to bid for up to a £50,000 share of a new £3 million Coastal Revival Fund to support or restore local heritage and facilities which benefit the wider community and the surrounding economy.

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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 Monday - St Peter’s Church, Lord Street, Fleetwood, every Monday evening, from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm Thursday - St David’s Church Centre, Larkholme Lane, Fleetwood, every Thursday evening, from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm 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 1st & 15th May, 12th & 26th June, 10th & 24th July, 50p admittance plus a tuck shop

ST. PETER & ST. DAVID MOTHERS UNION St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, Fleetwood We meet on the first Thursday of each month at 2.00pm to 4.00pm, and there is an evening meeting on the 3rd Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 9.00pm at the same place.

TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH Fleetwood Road Craft Group each Monday from 10am at the Mount Hotel.

Services each Sunday at 10.45am.

First Friday Service at 10am followed by a Coffee Morning from 10.30am.

Third Wednesday from 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!

All are welcome to our services, coffee mornings and meetings.

FLEETWOOD SPIRITUALIST CHURCH 5, Oak St. Fleetwood Sunday 6.30pm : Divine Service Monday 7.30pm: Spiritual Healing Tuesday 7.30pm: Open Circle Friday 1.30pm: Meditation with Tea/Coffee and cakes to follow.

UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Dronsfield Road Monthly Coffee Morning, Wednesday 16th September 10:30 to 12 noon in the church hall. Raffle, Bring and Buy, Refreshments. Entrance 50p, all are welcome.

DO YOU NEED A HALL? If you need a hall, for a meeting, event or party, look no further. Fleetwood Churches Together have a number available in various parts of the town, all at very reasonable rates. Just contact the one nearest to you for more information.

St. Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Avenue South - contact Church office on 01253 873118 United Reformed Church Hall, Dronsfield Road – contact 01253 777451 or http://fleetwood.urc.org.uk St. David’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road/Larkholme Lane – contact 01253 872363 or www.achurchnearyou.com/st.davidsfwd St. Nicholas Rooms, Broadway – Angie Hesketh 01253 878272 God Bless

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COMMUNITY FLEETWOOD TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS Meetings last tuesday of each month. North Euston Hotel at 7pm. Next 3 meetings are the 25th August, 29th September and 27th October. Members of the public are welcome at all meetings. Enquiries - 01253 872444 VISIT FLEETWOOD TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE. 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, Sequence Dancing 2.00-4.oo, Qi Gon 5.00-6.30. Also Hall for Hire. Tel 7772477, 686814, 870268.

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FLEETWOOD LIBRARY Regular Events Mondays: 9-10.30am: E-Book Information Sessions.

Drop into the Library for advice and assistance to set up your tablet or device to use Lancashire Libraries E-Book Service. Learn My Way beginners IT classes (by appointment only) 10am-12pm. 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.

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 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.

Events in September Join the Lancashire Reading Journey: A new, exciting reading quest for your children to take part in over the summer holidays. The Lancashire Reading Journey starts on July 18th and finishes September 26th. During that time children are challenged to complete eight tasks, varying from reading a book, visiting a Lancashire County Council Museum for free! Drawing a book character or writing a short story, and taking part in a Library event and many

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September 3rd at 2.30pm-3.30pm: Bingo Quest and other games. Adventures with Pom! Bring your little ones to Fleetwood Library in September to see the world in a new light.Storyteller Ruthie Boycott Garnett and Big Imaginations with Spot on Theatre Company invite you and your family to follow the adventures of Pom through her adventures in nature.

Using projections, sounds, storytelling, music and other objects your baby will be guided through the seasons and their senses. To join us is free, please ask the Library for more details. The events will be 2nd, 9th and 16th of September, 9.30-10.15am for babies who aren’t walking and 10.45-11.30am for those who can walk. September 5th: Fleetwood Library Exhibition Space: Paul Scudder will be displaying his vivid and unique posters and colourful photography.

September 11th: 10-12: 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?

September 8th: 2.15-3.15: The Adult Reading Group meets. This month they will be discussing The Killing Room’ by Richard Montanari. All are welcome to join the group for an informal chat over coffee and biscuits, but remember to leave a light on after reading this pulse-pounding crime novel that is filled with suspense. September 17th: 10.30-11.30: Cryptic Crossword Group. Come and exercise those grey cells with this resourceful group for those with a curious and clever mind. September 22nd: 10-12: 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? For further info 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, contact Fleetwood Library on 0300 123 6703.

NORTHFLEET LIBRARY Regular activities Mondays New monthly drop in session at Northfleet Library on the first Monday of the month: Monday 7th September 1.30-3. 1.30-3 Bridging the Gap: A free local service offering practical advice and support to those living with hearing loss. 2-4, Sew Knit and Natter: Bring your sewing or knitting along. Swap patterns and get ideas from our lovely selection of knitting and craft books. Help each other with the tricky bits. Beginners welcome. Refreshments provided.

Thursdays 10 - 10:30am, Toddler Rhyme Time: Sing along with us and share stories with your baby or toddler in the library. Free membership available from

birth with no proof of identity required. Ask for your Bookstart Passport -a lovely way to share stories and rhymes and collect certificates too. Fridays 10.0011.00, Learn My Way Beginners IT classes. The course covers the basics for beginners from using a mouse and keyboard to setting up an email and searching for jobs online. Being online can open up whole new worlds. To find out more please ask the staff or ring us on 0300 123 6704. The course is free and places are available now. From September our volunteer Chris is also available on Fridays 11-12 to answer any questions you may have about using tablets, iPads and downloading eBooks from the Lancashire Library catalogue etc. If you would like to speak to him please contact a member of staff to arrange an appointment.

Special Events This summer Lancashire Libraries launched the Lancashire Reading Journey for children. It’s a new and exciting way to spend the summer. It is free to join and runs until Saturday 26th September.

There is still time to start or complete your Journey.

Certificates and badges are awarded. Please ask the library staff for more details.

A new Adult Reading Group starts at Northfleet Library on the first Thursday of every month 2-3pm.

Everyone is welcome and our first meeting will be on Thursday 3rd September 2-3pm.

Come and chat about what you like to read and try some of our Reading Group Collection books.

Refreshments will be provided.

Special Community History Event Thursday 24th September Do you have a WW1 ancestor that you would like to know more about? Are you interested in starting your family tree? Do you feel a bit lost? If the answer to these two questions is yes help is on the way. On Thursday 24th Sept from 1.30-6 a member of Lancashire County Councils Community Heritage session will be on hand at Northfleet Library offering guidance and advice. Please contact Clare Farrelly the library manager to reserve your place. Tel 0300 123 6703 or email northfleet.library@lancashire.gov.uk The NHS Listening Cafe will be at Northfleet Library on Wednesday 30th September 11-12am. Come along to this friendly and informal drop-in and share your news and views with a member of the patient team.

Opening hours: Monday 9-12.30 1.30-5, Tuesday 9-12.30 1.30-5, Wednesday 9-12.30, Thursday 9-12.30 1.30-6. Friday 9.30-12.30 1.30-5 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 —

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contact Martin on 07837 874837) Sunday Emmaunel Church West 10.00-12.00 pm (Contact Rob Guinney on 07580 356664) www.westviewcommunity.org.uk FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.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 122 Poulton Road, Fleetwood FY7 7AR. Clients can make an appointment by calling 0344 245 1294 Monday: Surestart Childrens Centre, Kemp Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6JX. By appointment only.

Tuesday 9-12pm: West View Community Centre, 2 Eden Avenue, Fleetwood, FY7 8DH. This is a drop in service.

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.

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 GIRLGUIDING NEEDS MORE LEADERS Wyre Division needs more Leaders, It’s not to late to join the worlds largest Girl led organisation.

Being a Leader is one of our most rewarding roles.

You can work directly with girls, supporting them and helping them to grow into confident young people.

There is a wide-ranging training course that you follow to gain your adult leadership qualification because Guiding on your CV gets you noticed. Did you know that Guiding has some great opportunities for you to learn new skills and develop existing ones? These will 32

also give your girls amazing experiences. Volunteering is very rewarding. Wyre Division covers Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Thornton, Poulton-le-Fylde and Over Wyre.

To apply to join, please call us 0800 1 69 59 01 or online at www.girlguiding.org.uk

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. 15th September (My father at the Met) & 20 October. 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 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 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 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 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.

We also have a session with exercises especially chosen for Parkinson sufferers but helpers and 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

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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 NORCROSS CRICKET CLUB Almost halfway through the season and all teams have had mixed results but have steadily improved as the weather has also improved. So hopefully we get a heatwave until the end of the season.

We are always on the lookout for new players so if you or your children want to get involved in cricket Norcross Cricket Club are looking for you!!!!!!!

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. Outdoor nets for seniors are held on Tuesday nights from 6.30 until 8pm. Junior nets are held on Thursdays, again from 6.30 to 8pm. 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 email 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 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.

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 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 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 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.

FLEETWOOD ARTS SOCIETY Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road Tuesday Evenings 7-9pm, 777679 New Members Welcome 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 info 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.

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 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 LITTLE FISHES PARENT & TODDLER GROUP at Emmanuel church, term time Fridays 9.30-11.30 £1.50 per family, refreshments included.

FLEETWOOD TRAVEL GROUP Fleetwood Travel Group meets at Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road. Meetings start at 7.30pm and admission is £2.

Contact Gwyneth 873148, Pat Mead 878927 or Dorte 779361.

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

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FLEETWOOD RADIO ENTHUSIAST GROUP We meet on a 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 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 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 ‘WARBLERS ON’T WYRE SINGING GROUP Meets at the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood. Every Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm. Admission 50p. ALL WELCOME! 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 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.

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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 FLEETWOOD MUSEUM TRUST BOOK SALE In the small house next to the Museum on Queens Terrace every Tuesday and Thursday morning, 11.00am -1.30pm. Hundreds of books, some new, only 50p or 10p.

FRR WALKING CLUB( ASSOCIATED WITH THE RAMBLER’S ASSOCIATION) We are a Fylde based club which meets every third Sunday in the month for walks in, North & South Lakes, Yorkshire Dales, North Wales, to mention but of a few of the areas we visit. There are usually three grades of walk on offer, each one always led by an experienced club member. We travel by coach and there are various pick up points on route. It’s a great day out, enjoying the countryside and an ideal way to meet new like-minded friends whilst helping you to keep fit! We hope to increase our membership this year so why not come along as a guest to test the waters. By the way we are a dog friendly club and welcome well behaved dogs.

For more details phone 01253 886181 / 07931487644 or visit our website www.fylderotaryramblers.co.uk WYRE FLOUNDERS ADULT DISABLED SWIMMING CLUB Do you have a disability or suffer from arthritis, rheumatism, heart or breathing problems, MS, amputee or are recovering from an illness or injury?

Why not join our friendly adult swimming club with easy access to the main pool at Fleetwood YMCA. Open exclusively to our club members every Saturday from 4:30 to 5:30pm.

For more information and membership fees call 01253 875315 or 01253 778165 SPIRITUAL HOME HEALING CLINIC Fleetwood Market, Adelaide Street, FY7 6AB. Spiritual and Physical healing treatments. Magnetic Healing,Chakra Realignment & Crystal healing available For information call Steven 07541372445 FLEETWOOD LIFELONG LEARNING We meet Fortnightly on a Monday at 2.00pm in Fletwood Library. Monday 7th September: Glenn Spindler will present “Fleetwood Changes- Good and Bad”. Monday 21st September: Alan Judd will present “Across the Roof of Europe”. There will be refreshments of tea/coffee and biscuits and all are welcome.

THE PURPLE MOUNTAIN SPIRITUAL CENTRE 60 Bold Street, FY7 6HL. Tel: 07541372445. We

welcome all to join us for our weekly services. Thursdays Mediumship & Philosophy Serivce 7.30pm - 9pm / £3 Donation. Fridays Trance Mediumship Serivce 7.30pm -9pm / £5 donation. Sunday afternoons Philosophy and Mediumship Service 2pm -3.30pm / £3.50 Donation

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SAMBA DRUMMING BAND

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. Rehearse every Wednesday 7pm-9pm at the First Step Centre, Dickson Road, 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

NORTH FYLDE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Meetings held every Tuesday evening at 7:30 from September to April at United Reform Church Hall, Rossall Road, Cleveleys. New and prospective members always welcome – just pop along on a Tuesday evening. Neal Pascoe 01253 734243, www. northfylde-ps.co.uk

THIS MONTH FLEETWOOD AND DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY start rehearsals for Messiah on Friday September 4th.

We meet every Friday at 7-30pm at Trinity Baptist Church on Poulton Rd. Fleetwood .New members are welcome.

THE RAGDOLLS JERSEY BOY TRIBUTE Thurs 17th Sept, 7:30pm Marine Hall, Fleetwood

Jersey Boys tells the remarkable rise to stardom of one of the most successful bands in pop music history.

Discover how four New Jersey boys from the wrong

side of the tracks invented their own unique sound, were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sold 100 million records worldwide. With spectacular performances of all their hits, a magnificent interpretation of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons; the mob, the heartaches, the triumphs and the music. Hear all the hits including “Big Girls Dont Cry” “Lets Hang On” “Beggin” “Rag Doll” & “Sherry Baby”.

Tickets: £15 www.wyretheatres.co.uk

FLEETWOOD & CLEVELEYS LIONS FAMILY FUN DAY Saturday 19th September, 12pm - 5pm Fleetwood Cricket Club, Broadway Fleetwood

Lots to do. Fun stalls, craft stalls, Bouncy Castle. Displays from Fleetwood Old Boys Band and Fleetwood Royallettes Morris Dancers. Prinicipal Charity Willow Project.

BLACKPOOL AND NORTH FYLDE MODEL RAILWAY CLUB SEPTEMBER SHOW: 34th Annual Model Railway Exhibition Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September Sat 10am to 5pm Sun 10am to 4pm Cardinal Allen High School, Melbourne Avenue Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 8AY

Adults - £5.50 / Seniors - £5.00/ Juniors (accompanied by Adults)- Free / Unaccompanied Juniors (5-15) - £2.50. Up to 20 Layouts with Trade support. Refreshments available.

Disabled access and Free Parking.

Contact: Show Manager - Ian Donkin

THORNTON CLEVELEYS INNER WHEEL COFFEE MORNING Friday 25th September 10am - 11.30am Fleetwood Sea Cadet Base, Princes Way, Fleetwood

In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support - World’s biggest coffee morning.Raffle and cake stall and a ‘spot the cake’ game.

Tickets £2 to include coffee/tea and cake.

Everyone welcome. Tel: Ann Hanvey 850080

FY7 Community Beat Hello So, Tram Sunday has been and gone and it was as predicted, good weather, really busy and with no incidents to report on.

Fortunately long gone are the days of drunken fights from late afternoon until early morning and the event continues to be truly family friendly. This is testament as to how the organisers, the police, the licensee’s and all other partners have worked together to make this happen over several years. Counting down to 2016’s now…. but in the meantime (and while the weather is still burning down on us) my planning looks towards Halloween and Bonfire Night events and what traditionally gets referred to as ‘Mischief Week!’

For those out there that are having work carried out on your properties, please make sure you are using reputable companies and that you take time to research them; understanding that you’re paying a fair and reasonable price for the agreed works. We all know of horror stories where the elderly or vulnerable have been charged stupid sums of money for minimal work. If you have elderly neighbours or relatives, please keep an eye on them and report your concerns to either us on 101 or Lancashire Trading Standards. Trading Standards will advise not to agree to any works done as a result of cold calling.

Again, a reminder to know where your kids are, what they’re doing and who with. A number of recent incidents causing anti-social behaviour that have resulted in minor crimes being committed. More importantly, a youth was trapped in waist deep mud on the banks of Jubilee Quay resulting in a response across all emergency services that fortunately freed him within 15 minutes of the area being flooded by

the incoming tide! We understand that kids will be kids but want to go as far as we reasonably can, (and expect parents to do the same!), to make sure they stay safe and out of trouble with the law!

The Fleetwood PACT event takes place at the ASDA store on Dock Street on the third Saturday of each month between 1pm and 3pm. Thornton Cleveleys event takes place on the last Saturday of every month, at Thornton Precinct Co-op between 5pm and 6pm. We’re usually joined by a local Councillor too so between us we should be able to assist or refer your information to the right person.

For those on t’internet, take a look at our Lancashire 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, and 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 and Thornton Cleveleys Area Police facebook pages.

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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 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

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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.

To play in a Fleetwood Gym Team then contact Club Secretary Barry Whittaker on 07775928332 or see www. fleetwoodgym 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 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 PHOENIX YOUTH THEATRE Phoenix Youth Theatre meet every Friday at cardinal allen school fleetwood from 6 til 8.

For more details telphone Roz 07515703133 or Paula.

07709957156.

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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.

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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.

For more information contact the Sports Development Team on 01253 887209.

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.

All instructors are CRB checked and vetted safe to work with children.

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).

FLEETWOOD RUGBY CLUB U6 - U8S Training every Sunday 10:30-12 noon at FRUFC Melbourne Ave. For further enquiries then please contact Kai or Rachael 07967544506 or just turn up on the day.

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FIDELMA MOON IN FINE FORM

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he Mount Racing Clubs promising 3yo filly Fidelma Moon travelled to Carlisle on Thursday 9th July and scored an emphatic victory in the 0-75 rated Handicap over 1mile. With Jordan Vaughan deputising in the saddle for the suspended Joey Haynes, Fidelma was smartly away from the gates and after a furlong was soon at the head of affairs. From this point on she never saw another rival as she basically galloped them all into submission under a well judged ride from Jordan and she was cheered all the way to the line by her large band of loyal Owners who had made the trip to the Cumbrian track. Fidelma returned to Carlisle 2 weeks later and ran another solid race in a higher grade and despite the rain soaked ground going against her she battled on well to finish 4th beaten 4L. Her next outing came on August the 6th when her Owners were treated to a day out at our local track Haydock Park. Again upped in grade and racing over a mile she battled on gamely and ran another creditable and honest race to finish 3rd beaten only 3L by a couple of smart horses.

These 3 runs have all been very encouraging and have seen Fidelma make a welcome and deserved return to the Winners Enclosure. The drop back in trip to a mile and the more positive riding of her certainly have made a difference and are something we will stick to for the foreseeable future.

She remains in good heart and with the prospect of her improving with age, her Owners can now look forward to plenty more good days ahead with her.

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ummer Storm remains in good order and on course to debut for for us at the beginning of September. He has been stepped up in work now and we saw him being put through his paces at Mick Easterbys where he did two 7f pieces of work in good style. The gallops at Micks are ideal for Jumps horses as they are on a stiff incline and are quite deep underfoot, with the emphasis definitely being on stamina for the horses that work them. This should suit Summer Storm who’s pedigree is stamina laden and looks the type of horse who will relish 3 miles on the track.

There are plenty of share packages available in our horses and if anyone would like to know more or maybe visit them in their stables either at ‘Karl Burkes Spigot Lodge’ or ‘Rebecca Menzies’ you can do so by contacting Geoff 07852 153969 or Andy 07940 202312 or by visiting our website www.themountracingclub.co.uk Advertise your business call 0800 970 7687 or email info@link-mag.co.uk

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Money Matters

Mortgage advice

By Martin Lewis

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his is a crucial warning for anyone with a mortgage. Mortgage rates are at historic lows, but the window to take advantage looks to be slamming shut. The Bank of England Governor has said he believes UK interest rates will rise from their six-year slumber at 0.5% before the end of this year.

If that happens, today’s rates will look cheap as chips. So everyone with an outstanding home loan should be checking now to see if they can do better – and possibly lock in at a dirt-cheap rate ahead of possible rises.

The potential savings here are huge here’s a tweet I got from Christopher on the back of warning about this. “Sorted - my monthly repayments fell from £785 to £533.” So let me run you through the 8 things you need to know.

1. Check your current deal.

A mortgage is the biggest expenditure most people have, so I’m always slightly surprised that when asked, not everyone knows their rate and details. Check now that you know… a. The current rate: And monthly repayment and amount outstanding. b. Type: Is it a fix, tracker, discount or SVR (standard variable rate, ie, bog standard bank rate)? c. Deal deadline: If it’s a short-term deal, such as a two-year fix, when does it end? d. Term: How long is it, for example, 25 years, and when it must be fully repaid by. e. Penalties: Are there any penalties if you repay or leave early? f. Your loan-to-value (LTV): The proportion of your home’s current value you are borrowing. As an example, £80,000 on a 40

£100,000 property means an 80% LTV. The lower the LTV, the better deal you can get, so if your home’s increased in value you may gain, even without other changes (both Nationwide.co.uk and Halifax.co.uk have tools showing the rough change in prices in your area).

If this is all gooblydegook, my free printed www.mse.me/remortgageguide booklet can take you through it in detail.

2. Benchmark your cheapest deal at speed.

Recently we’ve seen two-year fixed deals (for those with low LTVs) plummet to almost one per cent - that’s unthinkably cheap and longer fixes and variable deals are at or near historic lows too.

Yet a host of factors affect what your cheapest deal is, the easy route’s using a comparison site. Just plug in your home’s value, the amount you want to borrow and other details and it should list what’s likely to be available to you.

Some sites only list deals available to brokers, missing out some lenders, including HSBC, Tesco Bank and First Direct. So it’s worth checking a comparison site that includes direct-only deals. These include my own mse. me/mortgagebestbuys, and totallymoney. com’s mortgage tool.

3. Fees can be £1,000s - factor them in.

The smaller your mortgage, the bigger the impact fees have, especially for mortgages under £100,000. This can skew which is cheapest for you.

So you should always incorporate the fees – do this by spreading them over the fixed or

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Business & Finance tracker period (as after you may shift again to another deal). Eg, £1,000 of fees over two years is £1,000 / 24 = £42 a month.

To help, the comparison at www.mse.me/ mortgagebestbuys does this for you, so you can see the real cost of different mortgages side by side.

4. How much can you save?

Now you know your rate and what’s out there, work out the potential savings. I’ve eight tools to home in on the right answer for you at mse. me/mortgagecalc, including help comparing two mortgages and estimating if you should ditch your fix.

5. Can you afford a cheaper mortgage?

15 months ago mortgage affordability checks were introduced to stop people borrowing beyond their means – I believe that’s definitely the right move for those getting new borrowing or extending existing debts.

Yet, perversely, most lenders (and from March all lenders) are forced to apply these rules to those trying to switch deal too, leading to some being told “you can’t afford to get a cheaper rate”. This is something I’m lobbying to try and get changed.

Yet you need to be aware. Lenders will check you can afford your mortgage if rates hit 6-7%. They also want evidence of income, big bills and expenses, even eating out, so be frugal in the months before applying to make your situation look as good as it can.

6. Should I get a fix or tracker/discount?

With a fixed mortgage, the amount you repay is, er, fixed, so it’s like buying an insurance policy against possible rate rises. Variable deals move with UK interest rates – sometimes at the provider’s whim. Currently you only pay a touch more to fix.

Predicting future interest rate moves is difficult – though pundits think the general direction’s up, the question’s just how quickly.

So instead focus on your finances. The more

crucial the security of knowing exactly what you’ll pay, the more you should edge towards fixing - and fixing longer. If a rock-bottom deal’s your driver, edge to short-term trackers if cheaper.

7. Mortgage brokers can help boost acceptance.

You can, and often should, use a broker to help you find the right deal. They have info unavailable to consumers, eg, lenders’ credit and affordability criteria.

A good broker can ease acceptance by matching you to the right deal - and the mortgage interview’s quicker too. But ask the broker how much using them will cost and if they check all deals available to them, not just a panel of lenders.

Some phone only brokers like lcplc.co.uk are fee-free, just getting commission from lenders - others charge fees like Which.co.uk (£499), but can cover a wider range of products. If you want face-to-face help, then ask friends for local recommendations or use unbiased.co.uk or vouchedfor.co.uk.

8. Is your credit score good enough?

These days it isn’t just about getting the best mortgage, but the best that’ll accept you.

Credit scoring plays a huge part of that, and managing your credit worthiness months in advance is part of the task. I’ve 36 tips in my www.mse.me/creditrating guide, but some key ones include a) Ensure your’re on the electoral role, via gov. uk/register-to-vote b) Never withdraw cash on credit cards. c) Never miss a repayment on anything – even late payments hurt d) Check your credit files at Equifax.co.uk, Experian.co.uk and Callcredit for errors – you have a statutory right to do this for £2 e) Avoid payday loans like the plague (both for your credit score and your financial health). f) Avoid other applications, such as credit cards and contract mobiles, just before applying.

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Despite the cancellation of the main Fylde Folk and Roots Festival in Fleetwood, Fleetwood Museum has decided to go ahead with its planned programme of music for Fri 4th and Sat. 5th September. On Friday 4th at 12.45 Red Duster will play a programme of maritime themed songs and at 14.15 former Spinners frontman Hughie Jones will appear in the Harriet Boathall. During many years of TV series with the Spinners, Liverpool based Hughie, developed a huge repertoire of maritime songs. He is playing the Museum before flying to America the next day. On Saturday 5th Sept. Dave Pearce and Dick Gillingham will present their Fish and Ships show at 11.00, with female duo Scolds Bridle following them at 12.30.

The duo are celebrating 40 years together and play this date before a tour of Southern England. The Saturday programme finishes with the ever popular Alan Bell and his band at 14.15. The former director of the Fylde Folk Festival is still a hugely popular performer and writer. Admission to all the weekend’s events will be by £2 payment on the door at each session.

The Museum will have free door admission for the 4 Heritage Open Days from September 10th to 13th.

We will also be heading a heritage walk’ Fleetwood’s Seaside Heyday ‘on Tues 8th September, leaving the Museum at 13.30. The Museum in conjunction with Wyre Council will lead a Memorial Park Heritage Walk leaving the main gates at 14.0 on Fri. Sept.11th.

The monthly speaker for September will be Derek Gifford with a show entitled’ Songs of the Sea’ at 14.00 on Weds. Sept. 16th. Derek is a well known performer at festivals throughout the country.

After the monthly Coffee Morning on Weds 30th September at 10.30, we continue that day, Decimus Burton’s birthday, with a talk and short walk about Fleetwood’s founding architect’s work starting at 13.00. As for our monthly talks, admission is free but donations are welcomed.

Dick Gillingham ( Museum Trustee)

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