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 Blackberry and Lemon Layer Cake

This lovely moist and tangy family cake is also great made with  blueberries or raspberries. 

Serves: 8 Preparation time: 20 mins  Cooking time: 60 mins 

Method lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll Sieve the flour, salt and baking powder into a large bowl. Rub   in the fat until it resembles breadcrumbs and then add 110g of sugar. Beat together the egg, milk and lemon rind (save a little  for the topping) and then stir into the dry mixture until you have a  thick batter. Rinse and dry the blackberries on paper towel then  halve any very large ones. Preheat the oven to 180C /350F/ gas  mark 4. 

  You’ll need  • 350g plain flour  • 1 tsp salt • 1 tbsp baking powder • 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage  • 175g butter or margarine   Pour a good half of the mixture into a lined and greased 15• 200g demerara sugar   • Finely grated rind 1 large 17.5cm loose-bottomed tin. Sprinkle on half of the blackberries   lemon and sugar. Bake for about one hour until firm and golden. Sprinkle • 2 free range eggs with remaining fruit, lemon rind and sugar and leave to cool in the  • 200ml milk  tin.  • 350g blackberries    www.berryworld.com   • Each serving   contains:Calories: 478  (23%), sugar 21g (30%) fat 12.6g (63%), saturates 28g (31%) salt 1.7g (28%)

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GLOBAL AUDIENCE WATCHES CORONA HEROES TURN ON THE LIGHTS Corona Heroes Switch On Blackpool Illuminations 2020 (from left to right) Kirsty Jones, Will Ritchie, Rachelle Sutton, Dr Jason Cupitt, Leona Harris, Donna Doyle and David Anderson & Jasper

The first virtual switch-on of Blackpool Illuminations generated more than 225,000 views with people watching from all around the globe.

performance in Blackpool’s Empress Ballroom, and a series of “at home” performances featuring Melanie C, Becky Hill, Fleur East, Tom Grennan, Joel Corry, as well an exclusive routine by Diversity.

The freely-accessible streamed show, which culminated in seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes switching on the Lights, created the biggest ever audience for a Switch-On event and a very special moment in Blackpool Illuminations history.

Blackpool-born singer-songwriter Rae Morris performed two live songs in the ballroom, where she was joined by hosts Jordan and Perri, Blackpool Illuminations creative curator, Laurence LlewelynBowen, and the seven Switch-On stars.

At one point, the show was trending at number six in YouTube’s top ten videos with people watching in Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, France, Ireland, Cyprus and America. Around 86,000 people watched the stream on the YouTube channel, a further 141,000 on Facebook.

They included an NHS consultant, frontline nurses, a hospital catering manager, extraordinary fundraisers, and a therapy dog and his owner. Each carried an illuminated strip that was attached to the main switch so that they could all play a part in triggering this year’s Blackpool Illuminations.

Over the past few years, the Switch-On has been staged in an outdoor arena on the promenade with a live audience of around 18,000 people.

Due to coronavirus restrictions, this year’s outdoor concert was cancelled. Instead, it was replaced by the virtual event, produced by MTV, with a mixture of live

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Given that this was a first, we were unsure as to how many people would watch the virtual show. To generate more than 225,000 views is quite extraordinary.

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“Given that many of those views were families and groups of people watching the show together, the overall number of people who have watched the Switch-On moment is huge. There is no doubt that the virtual show and the Switch-On by some of the UK’s brave Corona Heroes has captured the public’s imagination on a grand scale.”

Virginia Monaghan, Vice President, Events and Experiences, ViacomCBS Networks International added: “We are delighted that MTV was able to deliver the first ever virtual Switch-On of the Blackpool Illuminations.

“It has been a hugely successful collaboration with VisitBlackpool and the number of views around the world over the 24-hours that the streamed event was accessible has been quite astonishing. Our team are proud to have been part of such a memorable moment in Blackpool Illuminations history and we look forward to exploring how we can build on this next year.”

This year’s Blackpool Illuminations, which are being presented under a theme of Bring On The Light, celebrate the unstinting work of the NHS, key workers and other outstanding individuals during the coronavirus pandemic, with the Golden Mile featuring a display of hearts and rainbows.

A further 47 Corona Heroes have illuminated images of themselves included within that section. They were chosen from hundreds of nominations from across the UK. It has already been announced that the Illuminations will be extended by two months, starting on September 4 and ending on Sunday 3 January, 2021.

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Leona Harris: The nurse from Rossendale has worked as a COVID-19 frontline nurse at Fairfield Hospital in Bury since the start of the pandemic.

Not only that, she has helped raise £75,000 and bought i-Pads for patients in hospitals, care homes, and hospices all over Britain to keep isolated patients and families connected. Her remarkable efforts earned her the nickname of “The Angel from the North”.

Rachelle Sutton: For three months, the nurse moved out of the family home and lived in a hotel so that she could complete 12-hour shifts at the Nightingale Hospital in Manchester at the height of the pandemic. During that time she won the “star award” from Nightingale for her dedication and compassion for end-oflife patients.

Will Ritchie: The sixyear-old boy from the Wirral was born with a severe visual impairment and suffers with epilepsy.

During lockdown his parents took the opportunity to increase his exercise tolerance.

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Dr Jason Cupitt: The consultant led the COVID response at Blackpool Victoria Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, working every day and most nights at the peak of the pandemic, spending only a few hours away from the hospital over several months. His constant presence provide encouragement and reassurance to staff and patients in the struggle against COVID-19.

David Anderson and Jasper the therapy dog. Hospital chaplain David and his cockapoo have provided support and comfort to sick patients as well as boosting morale for the staff on wards at East Lancashire’s NHS Hospitals.

Earlier this year, Jasper was presented with an “employee of the month” award for his services to the hospitals.

Donna Doyle: Employed at Alder Hey Hospital for more than 40 years, the restaurant manager led her catering team through some unprecedented challenges, instantly doubling the number of meals produced on site to provide a free service for patients, families, volunteers and staff, and initiating a delivery service that took free food and drink to front-line staff.

Kirsty Jones: The nurse from Blackpool’s Trinity Hospice moved into a flat by herself in order to continue her work but also protect her husband who had an underlying medical condition and was on the shielded list.

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BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS CORONA HEROES ROLL OF HONOUR Mark Stanley (deceased) Specialist paramedic Todmorden Ambulance Station Isabel Johnson Student nurse/COVID volunteer UCLAN/East Lancashire Hospitals Trust Spencer Gibbons Director, Independent Living Warren Manor, Blackpool Dr Carole Gavin A&E consultant Salford Royal Hospital Donna Doyle Restaurant manager Alder Hey Hospital Will Ritchie COVID fundraiser, aged six The Wirral Liam Entwistle PPE stores department apprentice Blackpool Council David Anderson (and Jasper) Hospital chaplain and therapy dog East Lancashire Hospitals Trust Mark Jenkins Carer Blackpool Laura Martin Cardiac day care nurse Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Dianne Bennison Domestic staff Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Dr Jason Cupitt COVID lead consultant Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Rachelle Sutton Nurse Nightingale Hospital, Manchester Simon Mitchell Volunteer Blackpool Kirsty Jones Nurse Trinity Hospice, Blackpool Karen Knock Nursing home senior carer Braintree, Essex Katherine Truelock District nurse North East England Jeanette Richards Children’s services leadership team Blackpool Council Derek Wright Catering services manager Blackpool Council Abby Johnson Ward sister Royal Blackburn Hospital Joy Redwood Care team manager Royal Bolton Hospital Laura Crawford Critical care nurse Leighton Hospital, Crewe Norbert Mate Adult social care team Blackpool Council Justine Whittaker Nurse consultant Airedale Hospital, West Yorks Debra Ramsdale-Walsh Ward sister Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Leanne Ratcliffe Intensive care nurse Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital Mark Carrington Support worker Ashley Foundation, Blackpool Rachael Bailey Occupational therapist Preston NHS Trust Janette Mills Nurse Southport Hospital Rachel Carr Community midwife Birmingham Dr Helga Brown Geriatrician Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Hola Healy Healthcare assistant Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Jordan Field X-ray assistant Glan Clwyd Hospital, Wales Phil Helm Cardiology matron Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Rose Lord Radiographer Chorley Hospital Charlotte Wells Cleaner Royal Derby Hospital Laura Ivinson Team leader Corona Kindness hub, Blackpool Council Tanya Elliot Store assistant B&M, Cumbria Christine-Anne King Private carer Blackpool Kelly Richards Intensive care nurse Wrexham Maelor Hospital Dr Robert Downes Intensive care doctor Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Terri Starkey Newly-qualified nurse Leighton Hospital, Crewe Stella Noonan Practice nurse Sheffield NHS Trust Emily Sykes Phlebotomist Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Holly Chapman District nursing sister Lancashire NHS Trust Leona Harris Nurse/Fund-raiser Fairfield Hospital, Bury Jackie Bailey Intensive care nurse East Lancashire Hospital Trust Lee Andrew Jones Patient Services Assistant East Lancashire Hospital Trust Samuel Johnston Mental health social worker Blackpool Cath Powell Community team leader The Grange, Blackpool Council Ellis Porter Physiotherapist Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Ruby Aziz Complex case manager Royal Blackburn Hospital Nina McCallion Support worker Renaissance Lancashire Brett Hogarth Factory manager Survitec, The Wirral

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fter months of renovation there is now a new creative hub in town called ‘Market House Studios’. The new studios are part of the Fleetwood Market complex and are thanks to a grant secured by the Council of £772,085 which is part of a wider £1.22m redevelopment project. Although Fleetwood Market was first opened in 1840 the large Victorian Market House was not built until 1891. It was the home of the Market Manager, his family, and servants. The building has stayed true to its Victorian heritage and in 1990 the market was extended and is now one of the largest markets in the North West of England.

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For 25 years the Market House had remained empty but now it has a new lease of life and is ready to make a creative contribution to Fleetwood Market.

The Community space will host local exhibitions and other activities including school visits and workshops, attracting a new mix of customers.

Set up by Wyre Council and funded by the Coastal Communities fund, the studios will be managed by a full time Studio Coordinator. The position has been given to Wyre born and Blackpool based artist Adrian Pritchard.

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Creative studio spaces at Fleetwood Market offers a new arts hub for Fleetwood work. Shortlisted for the John Ruskin Art Prize in 2012; awarded the visitor’s choice at the Neo Art Prize in 2013 and a solo show at the Grundy Art Gallery in 2018 are just to name a few.

As well as running with the day to day management of the Studios; Adrian hopes to raise funds for artist bursaries, residencies, and a radio podcast from the Market. He is also keen to raise money for further studio developments and projects off site within the community.

Adrian says, “The new studios at Market House will provide affordable workplaces for creatives while also building connections between local communities and businesses; opening the door for future developments through the creative industries, artist opportunities and training courses.”

If you are an artist or maker and interested in renting a studio please go to www.wyre.gov.uk/ coastlineeconomy to download the application form.

Submissions should be sent to Adrian.Pritchard@ wyre.gov.uk or if you would like to enquire please call 07949029569.

The creative studio space at Market House has been designed to be fully flexible to accommodate most makers/creatives and artists. There is a mix of studio sizes which can be shared by a collective of artists or individuals. It is designed to be affordable for all and will offer flexible working times. The Community Space will be available for short term use and project work - to suit the needs of the artists and community.

Michael Vincent portfolio holder for Planning and Economic Development at Wyre Council says “We are very pleased with the progress so far at Fleetwood Market and the positive change this funding is providing to enhance the area. This is a very exciting time for Fleetwood Market and its progressing art culture as it opens up many creative collaborations between the market and the studios.”

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aunched 8th August, Fleetwood Wellbeing Way is a new resident-led initiative, created in association with Lancashire Mind. For the initial pilot there are signs and banners along a 1.83km route on the upper promenade between the sea cadet base and the old pier site. The group have

worked with Wyre Council and Lancashire County Council to re-purpose the disused bus stop signs.

These signs display tips to support better mental and physical health, plus there are challenges to take part in which will be changed monthly. For those unable to get out and about, or people just wanting some addition challenges, there are more activities on the group’s Facebook page, and these are changed fortnightly. The group are forging links with local PT instructors, mindfulness coaches and local historians to find fun and engaging challenges to share with the local community.

Take a look at the Fleetwood Wellbeing Way route and join the Facebook page today. We all know it’s important to look after our mental and physical health and never more so than now. If everyone incorporates these actions into their daily lives and shares their experiences and suggestions for future challenges Fleetwood can build up another great community group who can support, share ideas and encourage each other.

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Our second hand bookshop, next to the Museum, where hundreds of books are priced at only 50p each, will be open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10.30am - 3.30pm, also Wednesday afternoons 1.15pm - 3.30pm.

Fleetwood Museum opened in August for the 2020 season. Our opening times are 10.30am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday.

In order to comply with social distancing requirements, the coffee house and lecture room will not be open for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately due to steep steps and stairs the building is not accessible to people with mobility difficulties.

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The new exhibition for 2020 is ‘ Take A Deep Breath’ - the story of the world famous lozenge, Fisherman’s Friend. The exhibition, sponsored by Lofthouse of Fleetwood, features the only bottle of James Lofthouse’s original linctus still in existence! This exhibition is proving very popular, so call in to find out more about this Fleetwood firm.

Fleetwood’s last Arctic trawler, Jacinta, a floating museum in the port since 1995, is being scrapped due to weaknesses in the structure of the hull. Many artefacts from the trawler have been donated to Fleetwood Museum by the Jacinta Trust. Some items are on show in the deep sea gallery.

The museum shop has numerous local interest books on sale, Fleetwood postcards, children’s pocket money toys and unusual gifts. Why not pop in to look round?

Due to the ongoing coronavirus we will not be arranging any talks or walks this year and the Historical Society which met in the museum for their winter season of talks have cancelled their programme till next year.

FREE VISIT FOR ALL FLEETWOOD HOUSEHOLDS It’s been a tough few months for us all – we thought you might like a free visit! Every Fleetwood household in FY7 can use the voucher below for a free visit for a group of up to 5. Valid until end of 2020. Please bring the cut out voucher (no photocopies accepted) and proof of Fleetwood address with you on your visit.

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