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Your Year Ahead Aries
Your ruler Mars beats a retreat from April to June and this brings a natural hiatus to your year, the fallout from which will last well into July. But you should consider that, although your energy levels might deplete, itmaycome at exactly the right time because you’ll be more inclined to think about where you’re going in life rather than plumping for the first/easiest option. And change course only if necessary after this kind of forced spell of deliberation.The planet that rules luck, Jupiter, makes its annual move in August landing on its feet as usual, this time in your opposite sign. While it’s in Libra, where it’ll remain for 12 months, watch your luck in love improve as you attract someone generous, polished, if not a bit of a know-all, but if his or her heart’s in the right place I’m sure that you can forgive them that. All this adds up to a year when you’ll learn a lot about yourself and the benefits of patience because wisdom comes from not making snap judgements and truly taking people as they are without thinking that you know what’s best for them.
Taurus Mars is a planet that likes to mind its own business and, well, just get on with things really with the minimal amount of fuss, so we rely on it to fire us up when our internal pilot light is in danger of being snuffed out. But from April to June it’ll go backwards in Sagittarius and plough up some sticky emotional areas as far as you’re concerned. This also of course strikes up some of your core sensitivities and may make you a bit more prickly than usual, but this is not a time to go it alone, so please do bear in mind that two heads are better than one whatever life throws at you during this time. The luckiest planet of all, Jupiter, moves into Libra in August, and this is fandabidozi for you, Taurus. It shifts the focus of fortune onto your work and health areas so if you’ve been looking to move up in the world of work or pack a punch at the gym then this is exactly the time of year when you should be concentrating your energies into these areas. And with Saturn in Sagittarius, this is also a great year for either joining forces emotionally, in a business sense, or both.
Gemini You start the year with your ruler Mercury backwards so you might not exactly be firing on all cylinders as you fold away Christmas for another year. All you might manage to do at this point in fact is be misunderstood however much underlining you do, plus travel plans may also be subject to hiccups so make sure that your Kindle is fully charged. It’s a similar story right at the other end of the year, from around mid-December actually, plus two other retrograde spells in the middle making the filling to this sandwich of confusion when you shouldn’t make any big decisions or sign contracts, namely the end of April until around the time the sun enters your sign on 20thMay and for most of September. Saturn continues its construction work in the sign of Sagittarius and this can make certain relationships
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feel like a bit of a slog, although you’ll continually surprise yourself with your mature attitude. Finally, lucky Jupiter moves into Libra in August and this is absolutely fabulous for lighting the fuse of new romance, creative ventures or returning to where you were in a LTR if things have went a bit stodgy and boring.
Cancer Being ruled by the moon, you surrender to the ups and downs of its cycles to a greater extend than any other sign so you’re a changeable sign. This all still applies this year of course but as you lose your stabilisers and throw yourself into a relationship you may have to learn to bury your insecurities a bit more and not pin them on your partner. A good place to start is by not continually testing their loyalty. Mars goes backwards from April to your roughly your birthday time,and this will bring a change to your working scenario and could mean that you do a lot more work alone. Alternatively, you may slow down if you’ve been overdoing it by living in the fast lane and running yourself ragged as a result, or spending more time at the gym than is good for you and your personal life. But the cavalry eventually arrives because the move of Jupiter in August is great for your life-work balance,for as well as bringing luck over family announcements, house moves and parents it also makes you feel a lot more centred and sure in yourself.
Leo There could be some mild confusion at work at the beginning of the year that your marvellous creativity will be able to find a workaround for. The only way to avoid criticism is by doing and saying nothing, and how boring is that! Mars, the planet that channels our energy and drive, goes backwards from April until June in the part of the chart that your sign rules. So generally speaking frustration levels are likely to rise, particularly if you again feel like your ideas are being dismissed (don’t let them grind you down), or you might find greater difficulty relating to younger people. But the best is yet t come, and your birthday time is made extra special by the move of the planet of luck, Jupiter, into Libra. This brings you mental clarity and can mean that you patch things up with a sibling or neighbour or close friend that, although you may not have admitted it yourself, has caused you concern that you have closed off at the back of your mind. Travel is also indicated at this time, or maybe even a night class, and you shouldn’t feel embarrassed about wanting to learn something new or improve your lot.
Virgo Mars stirs up lots of memories between April and early July connected to anything from your recent past to your childhood. It’s also likely that the advice of your parents that you perhaps chose to ignore will come back at you. You may also experience hold-ups over a house move or feel like you’re taking a backwards step (like moving back
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in with mum and dad maybe?!). You also wave off Jupiter from your sign just after your birthday time as it moves into your money sector. This is fabulous news for landing on your feet financially, whereas others will go to town on spending with no regard for the consequences. Jupiter may be lucky but it doesn’t make you bulletproof so might be best not to think that you should always be the one footing the bill. The only other thing to watch out for is your ruler Mercury retrograde in your sign from roughly mid-August to mid-September throwing more than its fair share of spanners in the works and meaning that you’ll be chasing your tail quite a bit.
Libra What a year it’ll shape up to be for you, Libra. But before we get the bit when you’re flying high, there’s a tiny bit of turbulence to negotiate between April and June when Mars goes backwards. This is the planet that governs our drives and our determination to get things done so this might be a bit of a fallow period for you in terms of you being able to communicate with people effectively. Frustrating. Your ideas may become muddled and you may come to judge people prematurely, especially siblings and neighbours. This is temporary of course, and if proceeded by the biggest lift you get all year when in August King of the Gods Jupiter moves into your sign where it’ll remain for a year. Hallelujah. This amps up your luck and your vision and also makes you prone to think bigger than you have been in a long time and your thirst for knowledge and travel etc. will be increased, plus there’ll also be a legal resolution coming that should turn out in your favour.
Scorpio Now that you’ve been free of Saturn in your sign for a while you should be getting used to having all of that wiggle room in your life, and loving it. There’s a lot going in in the heavens this year, and distilling it down for you, the first thing that you should be aware of is Mars’s backward motion between April and June. It happens in your money sector, so as well as hold-ups with banks, property and mobilising funds in general you may also have to stand up to someone that gets a kick from putting you down or taking unnecessary pot shots at your contributions. Don’t be kept down at heel. In August, the planet that directs fortune moves into a very mysterious part of your chart, and a secret may be blown out of the water or feelings that have been repressed burst out into the open. All of this is ultimately healthy and spiritually cleansing, satisfying etc. even if this isn’t normally the kind of stuff that floats your boat.
Sagittarius With such a lot going on in your piece of sky in 2016 it’s difficult to know where to begin, so we’ll start at the very beginning. Watch for financial mishaps right at the start of the year or misplaced hero worship, and once you get to February, things even out before Mars turns on its heel in your sign in April until June, robbing you of much of your va-va-voom. Putting a positive spin on this as is your wont being such an optimistic sort, you’ll be less likely to put your foot in your mouth or make rash commitments that you really won’t feel like honouring when it comes to the crunch. In August
your ruler Jupiter moves into a fabulous part of the chart for finding a soul connection, or for making new friends or finding luck in a group scenario. The backdrop to all of this of course is Saturn’s first full year in your sign, blessing you with an air of maturity plus the wherewithal to work hard to achieve your goals
Capricorn As you pack up the Christmas decorations for another year, celebrate your birthday or look forward to getting your teeth into another year, you may not be as on the ball as you’d like. This is down to Mercury generally muddying the waters as the year finds its feet, although normalcy returns come the end of January. The next milestone is April through June because this is when the usually dynamic Mars turns a bit floppy and wet. It’ll all be kicking off in a difficult part of your chart and one that makes withdrawing from the world very tempting or, heaven forbid, wallowing in self-pity more likely. Just be aware that the more you chew over things and shut yourself away the worse things seem. The great news is that from August, Jupiter shoots to the top of your chart, spelling success and recognition in your career accompanied by a general rise in your personal profile. So if you’ve been sat in the slow lane watching all manner of people accelerate past you with a pitying yet smug smile, this is your turn to bask in the spotlight.
Aquarius After a shaky start to the year when you might be more wistful and nostalgic than you’d like, by the time your birthday arrives you’ll be high-kicking your way to success. Mars is normally the planet that helps us give ourselves a shake when life gets on top of us, but it takes a very long lunch between April and June in your most sociable zone. This means that your social circle may temporarily contract or people will be difficult to get hold of. Brilliant Jupiter moves into fellow airy Libra in August and so begins an immensely lucky time for you if you’re looking to shake up a humdrum existence by retraining and learning a new skill, travelling more extensively or expanding your social contacts. This can also bring a legal matter to a head. Just watch for thinking that you know what’s best for others and getting all evangelical if something works for you.
Pisces Mars can dent your ambition between April and June, either that or you’ll be sending out a whole heap of mixed messages to the world about what you want and what you don’t want. September could be equally as tricky, this time for a relationship, because communications break down or you just don’t know how to please someone. Maybe you should stop trying and let things take their natural course. The most fabulous news of all is the move of Jupiter in August into Libra, which in your chart is a very intimate place, and this can be your gateway to improving the physical side of a relationship, starting a business or putting your head together with someone to make money. If you’ve been agonising over a property sale that’s been dragging its feet, lucky Jupiterhappily shunts this along too. If you’re blinded to reality in mid-June, November puts you back in touch with reality.
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National Breakfast Week... Pep up your morning meal! By Danielle Lade
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meal of the day. But below are just a few different options to pep up your morning meal, without having to prepare a full English breakfast.
However, we spend a 7th of our lives living Mondays and a 12th of our lives living January’s so it’s worth trying to brighten them up! Annually, in January, between 24th and 30th, the UK celebrates Breakfast Week! We all know it’s the most important meal of the day, we all know that, even when we’re getting to the office with our only sustenance, a large takeaway coffee. However, as having a good breakfast improves our mood, lifts energy levels and can affect our long term health, we surely owe it to ourselves, and what better time of the year than when we’re feeling low and lacking in energy!
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anuary is typically a cold, miserable month. The post seasonal slump leaves us all with slightly too little money, we’re all still a bit too full after Christmas dinner (and Boxing Day snacking!) and frankly, January is the Monday of the year!
Cereal and toast are the two most common breakfast meals, they’re both quick and easy and can be eaten practically running out of the door. And we are not all suddenly going to be able to find an extra hour to prepare that first 42
1. Grab & Go - If you really do have to have your morning meal on the run; instead of grabbing a sugary breakfast biscuit or breakfast bar. Have a couple of ounces of cheese as a portion, chuck in a few walnuts and a piece of fruit and provide yourself with a much healthier, fibre and protein rich start to the day. butter or marmite on your toast? Think about adding a couple of tablespoons of ricotta and some halved cherry tomatoes instead, or slice some banana on top of a thin layer of peanut butter, for the same amount of time but a more satisfying and filling breakfast.
3. Savoury Muffins - Eggs and Bacon can be time consuming when you have to get to the office after dropping the kids off at school. But while you’re making dinner one night or when you have a spare half an hour; mix together some pieces of bacon, mushroom, a bit
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of cheese, spinach or tomato (let your imagination guide you!) put your chosen ingredients in a cupcake or muffin tray and add as many whisked uncooked eggs as required to cover each portion and put into the oven for 10/15 minutes. Once cooked and cooled, they can be frozen or kept in the fridge for a couple of days and grabbed by all the family on their way to school or work.
and enjoy smoothies, you can add pretty much any fruit combination and/or any nuts or cereals you fancy and blitz it into a nutritious drink in no time. If even chopping up a banana and strawberries may take up too much of the morning, you can pre cut the ingredients and store them into individual portions in freezer bags and freeze them. Using frozen portions will also make for a thicker smoothie.
4. Eggs in Bulk - Eggs are a very healthy start to the day but if you don’t have time to sit down to boiled egg and soldiers of a morning; you can again make them in advance in bulk in the oven without having to watch a pan. Just put a batch of eggs in the oven for roughly 30 minutes (put them on a baking tray or keep them steady in a cupcake tray). Once baked, add them to ice water to finish off and peel for a batch of hardboiled eggs ready to be eaten in the car, at your desk, or as needed! (Of course boiling them in a pan takes much less time but if you fancy being able to add them to the oven whilst you look dinner or take the dog for a walk, this is a handy alternative)
If you tend to let your breakfast routine slide, give one of the above a go and see if it delays your lunchtime cravings; and if you can find the time, Breakfast Week is a great opportunity to really enjoy your breakfast time and maybe try out a few new recipes.
5. Super Smoothie - If you have a blender
With a quarter of us admitting to skipping breakfast once or more during the week, and 13% of people never eating it, what better time than January to reboot your morning routine, and ensuring you’re giving yourself the healthiest and best chance from the beginning of your morning. January may well typically be a dreary month, but if you take on and get involved in this years Breakfast Week, you can ensure that your 2016 has a fresher, brighter start!
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Booths surplus food provides good cheer all year round
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ooths has been thanked for its generosity after the well-known family firm has agreed to support the Blackpool Food Partnership all year round. It’s now donating surplus bread, veg and fruit to the award winning Partnership which co-ordinates and delivers food three times a week to charities, hostels, children’s centres, luncheon clubs and community kitchens across Blackpool, enabling thousands more people to receive help and develop community spirit.
Poulton Stores for the Partnership, along with leaflets explaining the type of food needed. “To be able to do something kind and practical with our food waste means a great deal to Booths, and it’s both reassuring to know we’ve been able to help so many people locally,” explained Colin Porter from the company. Nikki is pictured with Sue Oldroyd who runs the Foodbank at Springfield Methodist Church, Bispham.
Nikki Hart, project manager from Methodist Action NW which runs the Partnership said: “The best use of surplus food isn’t a bin, it’s a belly. “Blackpool Food Partnership is now distributing £57,000 a year of surplus food. We currently collect frozen bread, fruit and vegetables, damaged tinned and dried items from Booths and will soon be collecting some dairy products too. “We distribute to Fleetwood Foodbank, and a range of churches and charities across the Fylde coast.” Booths have collection points in its St Anne’s and 44
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Carers Trust Fylde Coast Charity Shops 78 Victoria Road West, Cleveleys FY5 1AG – 01253 865552, 1a All Hallows Road, Bispham FY2 0AS, 01253 351530 Christians Against Poverty 0800 328 0006 Help the Aged 0808 800 6565 Kensington Foundation recycling furniture and toys service 761444 Motor Neurone Disease Association 01253 696233 www.mndassociation.org The Royal British Legion 0808 802 8080 (Freephone National Number) TRANSPORT Blackpool Airport 01253 343434 Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams 01253 473000 Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Knott End Ferry 01253 891000 Tourist Information 01253 773953 National Express 08717 818 181 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Highways Agency 0300 123 5000 Stagecoach 01772 886633 OFFICIAL BODIES Consumer Advice - 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Citizens Advice Consumer Service 03454 040506 Blackpool Trading Standards Consumer Advice 01253 478375 Blackpool Citizens’ Advice Bureau 01253 308400 Wyre Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 245 1294 Fylde Citizens Advice 01772 682588 Tax Credit Help Line 0845 300 3900 TV Licensing 0300 790 6144 Wyre District Citizens Advice 01253 308400 RSPCA; Blackpool Branch (01253) 703000, Fylde Branch (01253) 873616. To report a mistreated, neglected, injured or distressed animal call RSPCA Helpline: 0300 1234 999. This is a 24 hour service P.D.S.A - 01253 838585
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Opening January 22nd 2016... The Carpet Store comes to Poulton Le-Fylde in the new year. After trading successfully in Ansdell for two years, a new branch of The Carpet Store opens in Poulton Le Fylde on Friday, January 22nd 2016. We will offer a local reliable and stress free carpet sales and fitting service. We will stock carpets, vinyl, laminates, hard floors (Karndean) from all major manufacturers. We will also stock many local products from the north-west, including Cavalier from Blackburn, Penthouse/
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Mayfield from Rochdale, and Furlongs from Leyland to name just three. As an opening offer, we’re offering free underlay and grippers with all orders. All you have to do is cut out the advert below and bring it in with you when purchasing. Valid until the end of February. One of our many satisfied customers said: “With a wide choice of carpets at a great price...it took us ages to decide which one to buy. We were not disappointed as it was perfect.” Our owner has been in the carpet business for 28 years, is a member of FITA and the NICF, with all fitters time served.
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advice on staying warm and well this Winter Over the last ten years a staggering quarter of a million older people have died from the cold. Research shows that exposure to the cold can have a devastating impact on the health of older people, who are particularly vulnerable to the impact of low temperatures. As people get older it takes longer to warm up which can be bad for people’s health. The cold thickens blood and increases blood pressure, and breathing in cold air can increase the risk of chest infections. The good news is that preparing effectively for the cold weather can literally save lives. That’s why this winter Age UK will be working hard to remind older people and carers of the importance of taking simple precautions to stay warm and well. The Charity is urging people to call Age UK Advice for free on 0800 169 65 65, and order a free copy of the Charity’s ‘Winter Wrapped Up’ guide which contains a free thermometer and provides tips on staying warm in winter. Alternatively the guide can be downloaded from www. spreadthewarmth.org.uk where contact details for local Age UKs can also be found.
AGE UK’S TOP TIPS FOR STAYING WARM AND WELL THIS WINTER l 64°F (18°C) is the ideal temperature for your bedroom and 70°F (21°C) is the ideal temperature for your living room. Check your thermostat or use a room thermometer to monitor temperature l Keep your bedroom window shut on at night. Breathing in cold air can increase the risk of chest infections. l Stay active and when you are indoors try not to sit still for more than an hour, if you can get up. Walk around or make a hot drink. l Eat well. It’s important to eat well, especially in the winter. Have at least one hot meal a day and have regular hot drinks, as they help to keep you warm. Also stock up on basic food items in case of a cold snap. 50
Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, said: “Although it sounds like common sense, advising people on how to stay warm in winter can actually make all the difference. Many people are not fully aware of how the cold affects our bodies differently as we age and how, if we don’t take sensible precautions, it can very quickly put our lives in danger. “Winter can be an incredibly daunting and difficult time for older people, especially those who live alone or are housebound, so it’s vital that we do all we can to help them prepare for the colder weather. We urge anyone who is concerned about keeping warm and well over winter to get in touch with their local Age UK to find out how we can help them.”
Age UK’s Campaign for Warm Homes For many years, Age UK has argued that improving energy efficiency in people’s homes is the long term to solution to the high levels of excess winter deaths, winter health problems and fuel poverty amongst older people in England. Due to the closure of one of the Government’s flagship energy efficiency programme - the Green Deal - currently there is very limited support for anyone who wants to install measures to make their home warmer. That is why the Campaign for Warm Homes is urgently calling on the Government to reform its energy efficiency programme to enable all older people to live in a warm home. For more information about the campaign and contacting your local MP, please go to www.ageuk.org.uk/ warmhomes
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I.T. help is available with our volunteers, Andrew, every Monday and Thursday morning 11-12 and E-PACT Nathaniel, every Thursday evening Meetings are no longer in the 5-6. Booking essential library. We have changed to Reading Groups: Thursday e-PACT and persons wishing to Reading Group 14th January & contact us should e-mail 11th February 6.45-7.30. NB This garstangoverwyreandpoulton.npt@ group will continue to meet in the lancashire.pnn.police.uk library at this earlier time. giving details of their enquiry & Craft, Knit & Chat Group Friday their contact number. 8th January and then on alternate ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fridays 1.30 – 4. VISIT GARSTANG TOURIST Family History Group Tuesdays INFORMATION 2.15 - 4. Come to our drop in Open 7 days a week. 11am to sessions every Tuesday for free help and advice on how to do 3.30pm (30mins lunch break) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- your family tree. This is a fantastic opportunity to find out about your ancestors! Get online with Learn My Way – basic computing for beginners. FREE courses available in the library. We have vacancies - to book your place or for details, please ask staff. Meeting Rooms – most of our libraries have meeting rooms POULTON LIBRARY available to hire from as little as £2 Events in January/February an hour. Please ask for details Regular events Exhibitions: please ask staff for Baby Bounce and Rhyme every details of forthcoming exhibitions Monday and Friday 10-10.30 As well as our gallery wall the Story Time for under 5s every library has a lockable glass fronted Tuesday 2.15-2.45 display cabinet which is suitable Toddler Rhyme Time every for displaying most small crafts. Thursday 10-10.30 Please ask staff re its availability Trailblazers: please ask staff for and terms and conditions. January/February dates Tuesday 12th January 10am YMCA Help is available every Saturday Free fitness testing & healthy Morning 10-11, to access and use eating advice our digital resources eg. Ebooks, February – date to be confirmed Online reference, setting up an “Keeping Lancashire Fed in the Great War” a talk by popular email account, Library ELF.
speaker, Jennifer Ray. Tickets £1 to include light refreshments. Please ask staff nearer the time for details For more information or to book a place at any of the above please check online http://bit.ly/LNihy5 Telephone: 0300 1236703 Email Poulton.library@lancashire.gov.uk More about libraries http://www. lancashire.gov.uk/libraries Or just pop into the library and speak to a member of staff g t ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
KNOTT END LIBRARY Opening Hours Monday 9.30 - 12.30, 1.30 - 6.00 Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30, 1.30 - 6.00 Wednesday Closed Thursday 9.30 - 12.30, 1.30 - 6.00 Friday 9.30 - 12.30, 1.30 - 6.00 Saturday 9.30 - 12.30 Lancaster Road, Knott End on Sea FY6 0AU Tel 0300 1236703 www.lancashire.gov.uk E: knottend.library@lancashire.gov.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GARSTANG LIBRARY Opening Hours Monday 9.30am - 5pm Tuesday 9:30am - 7:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 12:30pm Thursday 9:30am - 7:30pm
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Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9:30am - 1pm Sunday Closed Garstang Library,Windsor Road, Garstang PR3 1ED Tel: 0300 123 6703 E: garstang.library@lancashire.gov.uk www.lancashire.gov.uk
Notices WELFARE BENEFIT OUTREACH SURGERIES The Wyre surgery is at Wyre Civic Centre, Poulton. With the support of Fylde Council, Fylde CAB, Wyre Council & Care & Repair, Disability First is now providing welfare benefit outreach surgeries for people living in Fylde & Wyre. You can book a free 30 mins time slot to check you are receiving everything you are entitled to and our adviser will also provide advice and guidance for you to complete any benefit forms. To book an appointment contact Disability First on 472202/3 or email andycoupland@ disabilityfirst.org ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME TO DISABLED PEOPLE Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WYRE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Thursday: Garstang Medical Centre, Kepple Lane, Garstang PR3 1PB. Clients can make an appointment by calling Lancashire West Citizens Advice Bureau on 01772 424282, also by visiting the above venue. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------STEPPING STONES Supported by Trinity Hospice. We meet in Poulton Methodist Church Lounge, Queensway, Poulton-le52
Fylde, from 2pm to 3pm on the second Monday of every month. We are a friendly and non-religious bereavement support group where you can meet others in a similar situation. Come & join us. Tel: 860362 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GARSTANG COUNTRY MARKET Is now closed and will reopen March 3rd for homemade crafts, baking, preserves and home grown plants in season. We wish all our customers a Happy New Year. g t ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GREAT ECCLESTON MARKET DAY The market takes place every Wednesday from 9am – 4pm. For information on Great Eccleston Market call 07590 043238 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RSPCA STALMINE Our Winter opening hours are Monday’s - Shut, Tuesday Sunday 11am - 5pm ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MARSH MILL The mill maybe closed for the winter, but the Friends of Marsh Mill continue to work in the background. Talks are continuing with Wyre Council about how to best develop the mill and the Friends’ annual general meeting will be held on February 25. The meeting is open to the general public so anyone who has ever wanted to know more about the mill or would like to get involved, they would be welcome to the meeting, at Poulton Civic Centre at 7.30pm. For further information call Margaret Croker on 01253 777950 or Jane Knapman on 01253 826601 g t
Care & Support SELF HELP GROUP We meet at 7pm Sunday at Poulton Methodist Church, Queensway and welcome anyone recovering from all forms of addiction, or suffering from grief, depression or anxiety. 07740 707029 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THE CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S LIFE LINE Founded in 1991 to help the children affected by the Chernobyl disaster. The Blackpool Link meet on the 1st Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Miller Arms, Singleton. Meetings start at 7:45pm. New members are most welcome to join our friendly group. We need volunteers to host children for four weeks during the summer, provide support to host families and to help fund-raise. For more information, please contact David Lowe 07986 599041 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ARE YOU 16 -19 YEARS OLD & 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 1.00pm 4.00pm Preesall Young Peoples Centre, Sandy Lane, Preesall, FY6 0EJ. TUESDAY 1.30pm - 4.00pm Garstang Young Peoples Centre, High Street.
Social Groups TEANLOWE COMMUNITY CENTRE (behind Costa Coffee) Queensway Poulton-le-Fylde. The Centre has been serving people in Wyre aged 60+ for the past 40 years. Open Mon-Sat 10am - 1pm. A warm friendly welcome awaits. Please pop in for a Chat + Cuppa. Tea 20p, Coffee 30p. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MEETING GROUP 60+ Do you know there is a meeting place in the centre of Poulton (Market Hall) for anyone 60+ who belongs to Wyre Borough? Come along while shopping and enjoy a cup of coffee & biscuit for 30p or a cup of Tea & biscuit for 20p. Meet
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your friends for a chat. Open from 10-1pm Mon - Fri. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL DISCUSSION GROUP FOR MEN Breakfast, Board Games, Darts, Chill and Chat, Pool, Coffee. The Roger Bleasdale Room at the rear of Poulton Civic Centre, Breck Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde, FY6 7PU. Regular meetings held every other Wednesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Contact Martin Webster on 01253 362140 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WYRE U3A MONTHLY MEETING Second thursday of each month. 2pm Thornton Little Theatre. In addition to the monthly meeting wide range of activities takes place from Bowling and Walking to Egyptology and Foreign Languages. All take place within small groups meeting usually once a month but sometimes more frequently and in a variety of different venues. Contact Jaqui 01253 867739 or Google Wyre U3A ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE FRIENDSHIP GROUP Meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 2 pm to 4 pm, at St. Martin’s and St. Hilda’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road, Poulton (next to Castle Gardens). Membership is open to retired or semi-retired persons. Meetings include a speaker, refreshments, etc. New members welcome. Contact Mel on 352137. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SENIORS BINGO SESSIONS Held at the Breck Club, Breck Road, Poulton every Wednesday starting at 8 o’clock cash prizes and a friendly welcome Contact 01253 921979 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PREESALL SEWING GROUP Have you been given a new sewing machine for Christmas? Or got one in the cupboard and don’t know what to make? Come along to the Preesall Community Centre [behind the Bethel Church] on Fridays from 9 am to 12.30pm. We have a qualified Instructor.
From simple pincushions and tote bags to full sized quilts we will show you how, you will be made most welcome and Tea/coffee and biscuits are available all morning. Please contact Linda on [01253] 790851 or e.mail martin.ireton@ yahoo.co.uk
Clubs & Societies POULTON DRAMA AMATEUR DRAMATIC GROUP We rehearse in the Breck Club, Poulton, Tues & Thurs evenings from 7.30pm. Observers welcome and we are always looking for new members ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON TREFOIL GUILD The Poulton Trefoil Guild is an organisation attached to Girl Guiding, but a social group of people who meet on the first Tuesday in each month at the Guide Centre, Station Road, Poulton at 7.45pm. They have Speakers, Craft, Evening Entertainment and Outings. Come along and enjoy the company you will be most welcome. Any enquiries - Ann Martin on 895397 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LANCASHIRE SECULAR HUMANISTS {L.S.H.} A group for free-thinking individuals living lives informed by Logic, Science & Humanity. Great Eccleston Village Centre PR3 0YB at 7.30pm on 3rd Wednesday of each calendar month. www.lancshumanism.org.uk or Ian Abbott 812308 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LANCASHIRE FAMILY HISTORY & HERALDRY SOCIETY (Fylde Branch) We meet every second Wednesday of every month in St Martin and St Hilda Church Hall, Fleetwood Road S, Carleton, Poulton le Fylde at 7.30pm. Contact 858058 www.lfhhs.org.uk fylde@lfhhs.org.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE BIRD CLUB Fylde Bird Club. We are a small friendly bird watching club; we meet at 7.45 on the 4th Tuesday
each month at The River Wyre in Poulton at 7.45. For £3.00 you can attend one of our meetings to for £3, or join the prices are £14 for a single member, £10 for a senior, juniors £50 or for a family £22 each year. Visit our web site at www.fyldebirdclub.org ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON BRIDGE CLUB Learn to play bridge, the best card game ever, in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Bridge Classes Wednesdays 7pm - 10 pm Afternoon Bridge Sessions Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm Evening Bridge Sessions - Monday to Saturday - 7.30 pm -10.30 pm Members £2, Visitors £3.20 including refreshments. Tel 01253 856421 Email: secretary@poultonbridgeclub.org.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON ART CLUB The club supports the Poulton Gala every year by way of an open day and Exhibition. We meet Mon evenings from 7pm- 9.30pm In the WRVS room, Queensway Poulton. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ART GROUP Beginners and improvers. Wednesday 2-4pm Riverside Room, at Wyre Estuary Country Park, Stannah. Sue Godsiff for details 01253 713918 (answerphone) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING SOCIETY We meet Wednesday evenings, 7.30 - 10.00 pm until 20th May 2015 at Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Carleton, FY6 7QE. Everyone is welcome, no partner or previous experience required. Contact Ann Cameron on 829114 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON PEOPLE CHOIR We meet every Weds at 7.30 9pm at Poulton Methodist Church. We are always happy to accept new members. We are a nonaudition choir. There are no fees involved in taking part in the choir. However, you are asked for a donation following a rehearsal. The
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choir is happy to consider public performances. Please call Tony Brindle-Wills on 07989 423027 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CARD SCHOOL (playing solo) At Poulton Community Centre every Saturday afternoon at 1.15pm. We are looking for new players should anybody be interested. 01253 856577 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WYRE U3A MONTHLY MEETING Second thursday of each month. 2pm Thornton Little Theatre. In addition to the monthly meeting wide range of activities takes place from Bowling and Walking to Egyptology and Foreign Languages. All take place within small groups meeting usually once a month but sometimes more frequently and in a variety of different venues. Contact Jaqui 01253 867739 or Google Wyre U3A ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE FYLDE SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS Young and old are invited to come and have a ride on our miniature railway at Thornton on the playing fields adjacent to Marsh Mill. We do not charge but are very grateful for any donations to our club funds for the maintenance of the railway. Weather permitting we run on Sunday afternoons staring at about 1.30pm until about 4pm. We also run on some bank holidays and Thornton Gala Day. Further info from the Secretary, 882872. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON LE FYLDE HISTORICAL & CIVIC SOCIETY Interested in local history? We meet in the afternoon on the second Friday of each month from September to May. Meetings start at 2pm and are held in Poulton Methodist Church Hall, Queensway, FY6 7ST. We have a speaker on a local history topic at each meeting. Everyone is very welcome. See www.poultpon-lefylde-hcs.co.uk for details. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------54
THE FAMOUS POULTON CHESS CLUB Now meets every Monday from 7.30pm throughout the year, at Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Road (off Beach Road) with ample free parking at the Centre, and after 6pm. at the nearby Wyre car park. Adult beginners and experienced players are welcome. Give it a try! Club games and Blackpool & Fylde League games. Just turn up, or contact Simon on 07966 231 211. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING SOCIETY Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Carleton, FY6 7QE Meets Wednesday evenings, 7.30 10.00pm September to May. Everyone is welcome, no partner or experience required. Contact Ann Cameron on 01253 829114 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GARSTANG FOR ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCING If you would like to meet new people and spend an evening dancing we invite you to come to Garstang for English country dancing on Tuesdays from September to May. New and experienced dancers are welcome and the club meets at the Old Grammar School now the Arts Center from 7.30 until 9.30 with tea and biscuits. Dances old and new provide an evening of good music and all you require are some comfortable shoes and an interest in our heritage of English dances though we cannot guarantee a ‘Mr Darcy’ to go with them. Linda Greenwood: 01524 36734 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON TREFOIL GUILD Is an organisation attached to Girl Guiding UK and if you are interested in coming along to our monthly meeting you would be most welcome. We meet on the first Tuesday each month and have; speaker demonstrations and outings. We are a social group to chat. If you are feeling lonely come along at 7:30pm at the Guide Centre, Station Road, Poulton. You
will be most welcome. Any queries contact Ann Martin 895397 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE We meet every Tuesday Evening at 7.30pm at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool. This is a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We are now in our summer season with regular conversation meetings. Contact: Terry 01253 867825 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SEQUENCE DANCING Enjoy Sequence Dancing with Brian & Maureen Bird UKA P.T.D at Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Saturday Evenings 7pm - 10pm, refreshments included Modern sequence - Popular old favourites. Private lessons available for single or small groups contact Maureen and Brian on 01253 873122 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LANCASHIRE FAMILY HISTORY & HERALDRY SOCIETY We meet at St Martin and St Hilda in Carleton on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm This is the Fylde branch, we cover all Fylde areas, although we meet in Carleton. Help and Advice for anyone researching their family history. The branch has a large library of books, CDs and many resources that are available for free loan to members. Website details www.lfhhs.org.uk and contact telephone 01253 858058 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OVER WYRE PROBUS CLUB Membership of the Club is open to all gentlemen, resident in/adjacent to the Over Wyre district who have fully or partially retired, or are about to retire from professional, business or other similar occupations. Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday in each month at Springfield House at Pilling. If anyone is interested in finding out more about the Club or would like to attend a meeting initially as a guest, then please telephone 01253 790391
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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PEARLS OF POULTON WI You are very welcome to the Poulton branch of the Women’s Institute. We meet on the first Thursday of every month (except August) at 7.30pm in St Chads Primary School hall on Hardhorn Road in Poulton. Have a look on Facebook or call 01253 883163 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------POULTON THURSDAY CIRCLE (Originally Poulton Arts and Crafts) was formed 32 years ago. We meet in a lovely room at the United Reform Church also on Queensway. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays in the month at 1.45pm, with 3 evening meetings in the summer months. In Spring and Summer our first meeting of the month is usually an outing by car or coach. Our Birthday and Christmas meals are special events. Our other meetings are speakers or social events. We are a friendly group of approximately 30 ladies and new members would be most welcome of any age group. Phone Jackie on 828642 or Dorothy on 884927 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THORNTON CLEVELEYS AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY meets weekly each Monday 8pm – 10pm (except Bank Holidays) at Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Road, Cleveleys. New and lapsed members all welcome ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GREAT ECCLESTON WI We meet on the second Wednesday of the Month at 7.15 pm at the W.I. Hall, Chapel Street, Gt Eccleston. Come and meet people, make friends, and listen to interesting speakers over a
cup of tea and cake. Many other activities available eg walkers, theatre and dining out groups. Come for a ‘taster’, you will be most welcome. Contact Hazel Croft (President) 01772 690844 or Barbara Baxendale (Secretary) 01995 670135 for further info. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HAMBLETON WI Diary Dates: Tuesday 19th January: Scrabble Afternoon at the W.I. Leyland Office. Lots to do at Hambleton W.I. for further information please contact Norma [01253] 7000787 email normaelwood@btinternet.com. g t ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OVER WYRE ART SOCIETY If you like painting for pleasure and would like to learn new skills in a friendly environment, then why not come and join us? We meet every Tuesday from 2-4pm at St Bernard’s Church Hall Knott Endon –Sea. We have demonstrators too! Come as a guest for £2. For more information contact Sandra tel. 01253 813739 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL ART SOCIETY This is our 131st year being one of the oldest art societies in the country and we have our own studio in Wilkinson Avenue in Blackpool. Our studio is open Monday to Friday for our members and we run monthly coach trips in the Summer months and hold social events throughout the year. On Thursday evenings we have our “Club” Nights “ when we have Demonstrators, Appraisers and Practical Nights. We have had three Art Exhibitions this year where we showed our members works. We welcome new members and if you are interested in Art contact: Rod Robinson tel. 01253 790692 or Richard Dowman tel. 01253 349536 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE We meet every Tuesday Evening at 7.30pm at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool. This is a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly
atmosphere. We are now in our winter season when we have presentations and videos in German. In the summer months we have conversation evenings on a wide variety of topics in German, all with the chance for you to join in. Contact: Terry 01253 867825
Sports & Activities ZUMBA GOLD An easier class than normal Zumba with slower moves and less impact for the Over 50’s, beginners or the less energetic. Drink breaks throughout class. St Martins & St Hildas Church Hall, Fleetwood Rd, Carleton. Thurs 1.30-2.30pm. Cost £4. Call Julie on 07786022980 or just turn up for fun! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FITBODS -FITNESS/EXERCISE CLASSES (Preesall) Classes in St. Oswald’s Church Hall. Mon 10.3011.30am, Tues 7-8pm and Weds 7-8 pm. The classes are suitable for all levels of fitness. Come along and join this fun and friendly local class! Lively fun Music!, Pay per class £4 or block bookings £30 for 10. Rosina LawrinsonChettoe (M.A. Cert. Ed.) qualified and insured - Member of Fitness Professionals 07986248173 gnome1962@talktalk.net ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FITBODS - EXCERCISE TO MUSIC/CHAIR (Hambleton) Classes are held in Hambleton United Reformed Church Hall (next to Tolley’s). Every Friday 10-11am. This class has been especially choregraphed to music from the 60’s. Booking advised as this is a very popular class. Only £3 per class. Further info from Rosina Lawrinson-Chettoe. 07986248173 or email gnome1962@talktalk.net. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PILATES CLASS Wednesday 6-7pm at Stalmine Village Hall, Beginners welcome. Call Julie on 07786022980 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SINGLETON CLOGGERS Want to have fun? Need to keep fit? Enjoy being part of a group
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of like-minded people? – then make it a New Year’s resolution to give Singleton Cloggers ‘Taster Sessions’ a try. Formed 65 years ago to lead the procession at Singleton Village Day, Singleton Cloggers are still going strong and entertaining all over the Fylde Coast! Singleton Cloggers is a mixed team who practice every Monday evening in Singleton Village Hall from 7.30pm- 9:30pm. Feel free to come along any Monday evening if you want to learn traditional English dance, or if you are a musician who can hold a Morris tune. Phone: 01253 301483, Email: Squire@ SingletonCloggers.co.uk, www. singletoncloggers.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ZUMBA FITNESS with Barry, Mondays 5.30pm, Wednesdays 7.30pm Hodgson Academy on Moorland Rd in the Sports Hall, Plenty of parking, improve all round fitness levels and get into great shape. £4.50 per class. No need to book 07922 688009 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FRR WALKING GROUP (THE DOG FRIENDLY WALKING CLUB) AFFILIATED TO THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION. Enjoy a full day out in the English Countryside with FRR, who welcome new members and well behaved dogs, visiting places such as the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, Pendle area to name but a few. We meet every third Sunday in the month with various pick-up points by coach in the Fylde area. There are three grades of walks each month, making sure there is something for everyone to enjoy. The walks are well checked out beforehand and are led by an experienced Club member to ensure your safety. If you would like to know more about the Club and how to join us visit our website www. fylderotaryramblers.co.uk or phone 886181 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YOGA CLASSES- GARSTANG Looking to relax and unwind or 56
increase energy, flexibility and strength? Then come and practise Hatha Yoga in Garstang with Samantha. There are a mix of Day and Evening classes available for all Ages and Abilities including pregnant ladies. Drop in classes for beginners/Intermediates are on as follows: Catterall Village Hall: Monday 8 – 9.30pm, Friday 6.30 – 8pm, Saturday 9.30 – 11am. Cabus Village Hall: Wednesday 10.45 – 12.15pm. In addition there is a special Gentle class for Seniors on Monday Mornings at Cabus Village hall (10 – 11.30am) & a more Dynamic Yoga for Sport class on a Wednesday Evenings at Kirkland and Catterall Memorial Hall (7.30 – 9pm). For all enquiries please call on 07985 581888 or email at ysas@hotmail.co.uk or visit www. yogaspiritandstrength.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PILATES CLASS Wednesday 6-7pm at Stalmine Village Hall, Beginners welcome. Call Julie for more info on 07786022980 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GENTLE EXERCISE AND RELAXATION CLASS The class is designed for people with limited mobility and /or who need stress relief. Gentle exercises which warm, mobilise and relax the body are followed by a long guided relaxation. (If necessary, student can work from a chair). It is at the Memorial Hall Moorfield Ave. Carleton FY6 7QE on Tuesdays at 6pm -7pm and costs £4.50. Fully qualified and insured by the British Wheel of Yoga. Enquiries to Lesley at 01253 825405 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL & WYRE LADIES HOCKEY CLUB Wednesdays 7-30 - 8-30 on the astropitches in Stanley Park. Have you played hockey? Why not give it another go? An excellent way to get fit. £3 per session. Enquiries Ann on 890717 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE FYLDE TAI CHI ASSOCIATION
is starting a beginners’ class on Saturday mornings from 9.00. Classes run for 45 minutes and are held at Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Carleton. FY6 7QE. Please contact Martin for more info on 0753 441 0657 or via info@fyldetaichi.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TAI CHI FOR HEALTH AND RELAXATION New beginners’ classes in Cleveleys and Carleton! Classes in Cleveleys at St. Teresa’s Church (FY5 3JT) and at Carleton Memorial Hall (FY6 7QE). Phone Martin on 0753 441 0657 or check out www.fyldetaichi.com for more information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YOGA CLASS POULTON- LEFYLDE Yoga can help improve strength, flexibility and breathing as well as your physical health and mental well- being. Everyone is assured of a warm welcome regardless of age or ability on Wednesdays 6- 7.30pm at Poulton- Le Fylde United Reform Church opposite the Teanlowe car park. There is free car parking outside the church. I am fully qualified and insured by the British Wheel of Yoga and classes cost £6. Info: Julie 07712732616 or email joolsh09@yahoo.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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TAI CHI Wednesday morning 9:3011:00am Catterall & Kirkland memorial hall. Tel: 07462 487474 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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NORDIC WALKING WYRE Why not join us Nordic walking. You will use 90% of your body’s muscles and burn 46% more calories than ordinary walking. It is sociable and safe outdoor exercise and is suitable for all fitness levels. Contact Ann on 07587 185680 or email asannboyd@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SIMPLY MEDITATE CLASSES Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Poulton Le Fylde Children’s Centre, Arundel Drive, Carleton FY6 7TF. Tel: 352721 www. meditationinblackpool.org.uk Registered Charity no. 1080291
Church SACHA ACTIVITY CLUB 68 Holts Lane, Poulton, Fy6 8hw. Thursday evenings. Meditation class 7.30pm - 8.pm. Healing clinic 8pm - 10pm. £3.00 all are welcome Margaret 01253 884497 peggynorcliffe1@gmail.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SPIRIT LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CENTRE Top Mediums Every Tuesday. Starts 19.30. Healing from 19.15. All welcome. £3 door donation includes a cuppa and a chat with friendly like minded people. Gt Eccleston Village Centre, The Square. PR3 0YB.
Children HAMBLETON UNDER 5’S BABY & TODDLER GROUP Thursdays 09:45 - 11:30am. Small fee includes refreshments. Playgroup: Leave your 2+ yr old to gain independence and make new friends. Tuesdays 10 - 11:55am and Thursdays 1 - 2:55pm. £5.50 per session includes snack and drink. Both at Hambleton Vilage Hall, Church Lane, FY6 9BZ. Term-time only. Contact Danielle 07964236557 or email hambletonu5s@gmail.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
POULTON CHESS CLUB JUNIOR PLAYERS (including beginners) use a different Cleveleys venue, on Thursday evenings. No chess offered at your child’s school? This is the place to learn (one of the few in Lancashire). Many Cleveleys club juniors have played for Lancashire, and some for England. Simon on 07966 231 211 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TINKERBELLA RABBIT & GUINEA PIG CLUB Love rabbits and guinea pigs? We hold weekend workshops and after school kids fun groups. We have lots of bunnies and piggies, different breeds and colours. Come and learn about the care and welfare of the animals plus fun activities. We are also a rabbit and guinea pig sanctuary. For more information or to book a place, please call 01253 365965, All profits go towards the keep of the animals. Poulton le Fylde, FY6 7UW.
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Single Oven - £40.00 Double Oven - £55.00
Reliable, Professional Service from Local Engineer
Call Michelle for your FREE no obligation quote
www.ovenangelic.co.uk
Digital Aerials • Maintenance & Repair Poor Reception Areas • Sky Multi Point Systems All Work Guaranteed • Same Day Service • Free Estimates
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Phone Phil on: 01253 350011 or 07989 520977 18 CLEATOR AVENUE, BLACKPOOL FY2 9TZ
K9 DOG WALKING & PET SERVICES
K9 Provides personalised services for your pets that offer a wonderful alternative to kennels & boarding Dog Walking • Puppy Visits Daily Visits • Pet Taxi House/Pet sitting CRB Checked & fully insured
Freephone: 0800 2941314
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First walk only £5
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CLASSIFIED ADS Get your services listed contact us today on 0800 970 7687 or email info@link-mag.co.uk Ideal for any small business to reach more homes for less cost than any other local marketing
Add Your Business info@link-mag.co.uk FITTED BEDROOMS & KITCHENS
Manufactured and fitted. All joinery work undertaken. FREE Estimate/Quote Call Gary Wilson
Furniture Design 01253 425517 / 07706 012 207
Urban Landscaping FENCING / Paving / Decking Lawn Treatments / Turfing / Artificial Lawns Commercial Grounds Maintenance Tree & Shrub Pruning / Planting Power Washing Autumn Tidy Up
Fully Qualified 30 Years Experience
01253 776557 / 07931 700505
DAVID CARTMELL Garden Services
Any size of garden maintained Turfing, Fencing, Hedge Cutting & Tree Pruning Lawn Care Specialist SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS FRIENDLY AND RELIABLE
Phone: 07970 284 075 SPECIALISING IN:
ALL SMALL PLUMBING JOBS LEAKS, OVERFLOWS, DRIPPING BALLVALVES, TAPS, W.C.’S REPAIRED, TANKS & OR BROKEN CYLINDER INSTALLATIONS TAPS, CALL WASHING MACHINES FITTED GARY! ETC, OAP RATES & MORE
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Hardwood doors/tables Garden furniture/seating Garden doors/gates Heavy duty sheds Bespoke log cabins
Call Rob on 0788 5545 907 email: habespokejoinery@gmail.com
General Building Contractor All Types of Building Work Carried Out
PAUL HODGKINSON
• Alterations • Brickwork • Concreting • Extensions • Flagged Paths & Driveways • Garages • Drains • Fencing • Pointing • Roof Repairs • Conservatory/Orangery bases For a FREE estimate and prompt service (no job too small)
Telephone: 01253 701946 Mobile: 07949 072038 ADVERTISE - Book Online www.link-mag.co.uk 0800 970 7687 or sales@link-mag.co.uk
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Lanscaping Full Design & Build Turfing Fencing Patios & Driveways Garden Maintenance Grass Cutting Tree Pruning Garden Clearance DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN Email: grahamparkinson@hotmail.co.uk
Tel. 01253 701902 Mobile 07915 221181
Hambleton Poulton le Flyde
MATT GOWEN Plumbing & Heating
www.mattgowenheating.co.uk • COMBI SWAPS • BOILER REPAIRS • FULL HEATING SYSTEMS • BATHROOMS • LANDLORD SAFETY CERTS • SERVICING
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Tel: 01253 969300 Mob: 07702 999753
22 Plymouth Avenue Fleetwood FY7 8JA
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GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENT PAINTING/DECORATING LANDSCAPING GARDEN MAINTENANCE ■ PAVING ■ POINTING FREE ■ PRESSURE WASHING QUOTES ■ GUTTER CLEANING ON ALL JOBS ■ GARAGE ROOFS
RUBBISH REMOVAL
• HOUSEHOLD WASTE • COMMERCIAL WASTE • BULKY ITEMS • CHEAPER THAN A SKIP • HARDCORE BUILDERS WASTE • MAN AND VAN HIRE
CALL LEE: 07511
717248
ALL ASPECTS OF FENCING • Concrete Post & Plinths
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Fencing
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• Waney Panels Local Tradesman • Gates Supplied E: shsfencing@mail.com and erected
01253 Jamie: 07873 844 604 367341 Rob: 07934 398 424
• Storm Damage
Mob: 07429 858280 Tel: 01253 424639
23 Marsh Road, Thornton Cleveleys FY5 2SE
Fully Insured ALL WORK GUARANTEED
Wrought Iron Gates and Railings Handrails, Staircases and Security Grilles Fire Escapes General Fabrication Free estimates
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CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS
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VENETIAN - VERTICAL & ROLLER - PLEATED - VELUX
Local manufacturer of Quality Blinds - Huge Selection - Blinds Repaired - Latest Designs - New Louvres
Tel: 01253 811 022
Est.
1972
Plumbline
Plumbing & Maintenance
City and Guilds in Plumbing 24 Hour No Call Out Charge No Job Too Small Gas Work Undertaken Over 20 Years Experience
Paul Fishwick 07943 321863 Dean Norris 07966257898 45 Stanah Road, Thornton Cleveleys FY5 5JE
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Hook’s Plumbing & DIY F r i e n d l y, R e l i a b l e , C l e a n & T i d y Everything from a leaky tap to putting up a shelf
Tel: 01253 884005 Mob: 07914 825146 Handyman / Odd Job Man Reliable, Honest, Reasonable Rates
01253 508165 / 07514 538 765
• Fencing • Painting • Jet Washing • Tiling & Repairs • No job too small
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Est. 1995
beaten! We supply and erect: Written quotes • Concrete Posts/Bases • Closeboard Panels • Waney Panels • Gates • Insurance Work • Storm Damage Repairs
Tel: 428462 Mob: 07887 592799
21 Marsh Road, Thornton FY5 2SE www.affordablefencing-blackpool.co.uk
Steve Marshall
Handyman
All types of domestic work Painting, Decorating, Tiling, Joinery etc No Job Too small
Friendly local tradesman
Call Steve 07947 599262
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BREAKING UP? if you’re considering separation or divorce, talk to a Fylde Law solicitor today
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Family, Divorce & Children • Elderly Client Services • Professional Negligence Claims Landlord & Tenant • Haulage & Road Transport • Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence Wills, Trusts & Probate • Civil & Commercial Disputes • Debt Recovery House Sales & Purchases • Business Sales & Purchases • Crime Blackpool: Cedar Square, FY1 1BP Lytham St. Annes: 325 Clifton Drive South, FY8 1HN Thornton Cleveleys: 10 Crescent East, FY5 3LP Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority No. 551853