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Help your family to ‘Smile’ Preston City Council is running ‘SMILE’ - a family healthy lifestyle programme that Supports young people to Move more, Improve Lifestyles and Eat well.

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he initiative is part of a research pilot project in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University, but more recruits are needed in the Preston, South Ribble and West Lancashire area for the next programme.

‘SMILE’ is a fun programme that encourages families to make the changes that they want for eating well, moving more and feeling happier. Each week there will be games and activities for the children to take part in.

The programme has been developed to meet the needs of overweight children aged 8 to 12 along with their parents, following extensive consultation with local families and health professionals and it is based on the latest research evidence.

Cabinet member for culture and leisure, Councillor Veronica Afrin, said: ‘The SMILE programme takes a novel approach and works with families to identify and breakdown their barriers to eating well and being active. It supports them to identify what lifestyle changes they want to make and gives them the tools to sustain those changes.’

Emma and her family from Whittle-le-Woods have been taking part in the SMILE programme. Emma 10

The children with Alison Watts (right) Preston City Council SMILE co-ordinator and Charlotte Tompkins (left) Preston City Council cycling development officer

commented: ‘We were referred to the SMILE programme by my son’s dietician and he was keen to join to improve his fitness. Initially I was hoping that SMILE would be something he could engage with and would help educate him, what actually happened was that it educated the whole family. The information, advice and guidance given on the course helped us make important and necessary changes to the way we live, which has impacted in a positive way for everyone in the family. The support given through SMILE has meant that we have the awareness and tools to make the required changes towards a healthier lifestyle, in what we eat and drink and also in our levels of activity.

The family as a whole are a lot happier with the way we live now. And whilst SMILE may seem like a big commitment, it is well worth the time. We have all really enjoyed attending the sessions and my son looked forward to going every week and he made new friends.’

Families can self-refer on to the programme by contacting Alison Watts on go2sportandhealth@ preston.gov.uk or 01772 906187. Alternatively, parents can ask their GP or other health professional to refer them.

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You can grow your own way Lancashire Grown exhibition showcases Lancashire’s agricultural history

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new exhibition showcasing Lancashire’s agricultural history is on display at Lancaster City Museum. The ‘Lancashire Grown’ exhibition runs until Sunday 4 October.

Heather Dowler, Lancashire County Council’s manager at Lancaster City Museum, said: ‘Lancashire has a strong agricultural history. There are a variety of items on display to reflect this, including objects, artwork, photographs and a knitted ‘allotment’ that will grow.

They’ve been put together to profile the diversity of crops grown on our fertile land and the tools used to grow them. The important story of the typical life of an agricultural worker will also be featured as well as those people who work the land and grow their own food, usually on an allotment. Hopefully the exhibition will inspire visitors to grow their own at home as well. The exhibition also includes artwork and objects showcasing the Helmshore Great House Experimental Farm Project, when new and different

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farming techniques were used for the first time as a model for the future.’

The exhibition is supported by a varied events programme including craft activities for the family, an art workshop for adults and a demonstration of a new rural archiving project. It is suitable for everyone and entry to the Lancaster City Museum is free.

For more information about the exhibition and the events programme, telephone 01524 64637 or email lancastercitymuseum@lancashire.gov. uk. Alternatively, visit www.lancashire.gov.uk/ museums.

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Money Matters

How to haggle for the best deals

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thank you!”

“Managed to save almost 50% by calling.

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

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

1. Benchmark the best deal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

2. Timing is crucial.

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

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

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

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

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

Aggression or anger will just put their back up.

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

Aim for polite, firm and non-combative.

5. Use the phrases that pay.

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

n I’ve worked out my monthly budget, and my absolute max is £[insert price here]/month n [TalkTalk/Virgin/BT] can do it for less... n I need to think about it... n I think my husband / wife will go bonkers if I pay that... n It’s still a lot of money... n What’s the very best you can do?

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

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

7. Ask if it can throw in extras.

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

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

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

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

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

This works for many people.

9. Vote with your feet.

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

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Summer Cooking

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

Serves 6-8 What you will need For the lamb 1 tbsp olive oil 4 large cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp cumin seeds, roughly ground tsp dried thyme 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp smoked paprika salt & freshly ground black pepper 2kg bone-in lamb shoulder 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, drained & rinsed to serve 235g salad spinach, washed & well drained 225g punnet BerryJewel raspberries 150g pecans For the dressing 225g punnet BerryJewel raspberries 100ml water 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp runny honey Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste Method In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil with the garlic, cumin, thyme, cinnamon and smoked paprika and season generously with salt and freshly 16

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

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

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

After the lamb has had its 5 hours

cooking, remove from the oven and discard the foil.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Recipe Credit: berryworld.co.uk

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

Recipe Credit: berryworld.co.uk

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Preston’s ‘wheel’ good invention The Flag Market as you have never seen it used before

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ou may have noticed something different about the Flag Market recently. As the weather slowly began to start showing its good side over Preston, new benches appeared. While a bench may not be something you ordinarily get excited about, these particular benches, with their distinctive blue wheels, may have captured your attention.

These benches, known as the ‘Preston Bench’ have been designed by ‘In Certain Places’ and built locally specifically for the Flag Market – with a wheel added to allow them to be set up according to what is going on each day. This flexibility is precisely what the Preston City Council Events Manager was looking for to help transform the Flag Market into a place to go. ‘In Certain Places’ is a programme of artistic interventions and events, led by curators Elaine Speight and Professor Charles Quick in the School of Art, Design and Performance at the University of Central Lancashire.

Surrounded by the fantastic architectural buildings of the Miller Arcade, Harris Museum, Sessions House and the Old Post Office, the Flag Market provides a charming space to sit, relax, eat, drink, read, chat and watch. This makes it the ideal place to host a range of city centre activities, from lunchtime performances to festival styled events. Featured within the exciting 18

schedule for this summer are Armed Forces Day, Revival Vintage Fair, Summer Party with Rebecca Keatley (from CBeebies!), Giant Games Day and much more!

Councillor Veronica Afrin, Executive Member for Culture and Leisure Services for Preston City Council, said, ‘We are excited to launch the events schedule for the summer and develop the Flag Market as a city centre venue for a wide range of activities.

The lunchtime performances that will take place throughout the summer will bring added charm to the city centre, while the weekend events offer diversity that will cater to all ages.’

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101 NON-Emergency Number to Lancashire Constabulary CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111 111 NON-Emergency NHS Medical Advice Number

Send listings info@link-mag.co.uk KEY SERVICES Preston Police Station Lancaster Road North, Preston, Lancashire PR1 2SA Telephone 0845 1 25 35 454 NON EMERGENCY Fire Safety Advice & FREE Home Fire Safety Check 0800 169 1125 Gas Leaks (24 hour) 0800 111 999 Emergency Electricity 0800 195 4141 Water Burst/No Water 0845 746 2200 Electricity Northwest 0800 195 4141 Emergency Heating Repairs (24hour) 0845 074 4002 HEALTH Royal Preston Hospital Sharoe Green Lane North, Fulwood, Preston PR2 9HT. 01772 716565 St Catherine’s Hospice 01772 784210 Duty Chemist Sundays Lloyds 01772 254937 NHS Direct (24hr Service)Tel: 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Emergency Dental Service 01772 777397 Skelmersdale NHS Walk in Centre (15 miles from Preston) 01695 588640 Community Health Council Tel: 01772 259089 Brittle Bones Society, Longridge Branch 01772 784919 Healthwatch Lancashire 0300 303 8811

Missing People 0500 700 700 (24hr) Nar-Anon Family Groups 08455 390 193 Narcotics Anonymous 0300 999 1212 National Debt Line 0808 808 4000 National Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247 NHS Stop Smoking 01772 644474 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection 0808 800 5000 Parent Line Plus 0808 800 2222 Pathways (Mental Health Resource Centre) 01772 324825 Preston Domestic Violence Services 24 hour Helpline; 01772 201601 RELATE (Relationship Counselling) 01772 717597 LOCAL SERVICES Preston City Council 01772 906900 Lancashire County Council 0300 123 6701 Abbeyfield Society 01772 863034 Anchor (Housing) 0845 140 2020 Harvest Housing Group 01772 765 600 Environment Agency 0800 80 70 60 (24hr) www.environment-agency.gov.uk Neighbourhood Watch www.neighbourhoodwatch.net

UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Highways Agency 0300 123 5000 Preston Community Transport 01772 204667 Preston Tourist Information Centre 01772 253731 Traveline Service 0871 200 22 33 National Express 08717 818 181 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Northern Rail 0845 600 1159 Transpennine Express 0845 600 1671 Virgin Trains 08457 222 333 OFFICIAL BODIES Consumer Advice 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Tax Credit Help Line 0845 300 3900 www.hmrc.gov.uk TV Licensing 0300 790 6144 Citizens Advice Bureau 01772 822416 RSPCA To report a mistreated, neglected, injured or distressed animal call RSPCA Helpline: 0300 1234 999.

This is a 24 hour service RSPCA Animal Centre 01772 792553 Social Services 01772 254868

CHARITY Age Concern Central Lancashire 01772 552850 Barnardo’s shop 01772 882269 HELPLINES British Heart Foundation 01772 253 435 Al-Anon Family Groups 020 7403 0888 British Red Cross 0844 871 8000 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Cancer Research UK 01772 881 713 Alcoholic Anonymous 0845 769 7555 CancerHelp (Preston) Ltd 01772 793344 Caritas Care Ltd 01772 732313 Cats Protection Preston 0845 177 0708 Child Death Help Line 0800 282 986 Galloway’s Society for the Blind 01772 Child Line 0800 1111 744148 Cruse Bereavement Help Line Gift92 (Guild Initiative for Furniture Trust) 01772 686668 01772 716572 Drugs Talk to Frank 0800 776600 Save the Children Shop 01772 717727 Discover, Drug and Alcohol Recovery Ummah Welfare Trust 01772 253040 Service 01772 825492 The Royal British Legion 0808 802 8080 Fylde Citizens Advice Bureau (Freephone National Number) 01772 682588 Heartbeat (Cardiac Rehabilitation/ TRANSPORT Support) 01772 717147 Blackpool Airport 01253 343434 Help Direct 0303 3331021 Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 Mental Health Help Line 0500 639 000

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COMMUNITY GARSTANG LIBRARY Opening Times Monday 9:30 - 17:00 Tuesday 9:30 - 19:30 Wednesday 9:30 - 12:30 Thursday 9:30 - 19:30 Friday 9:30 - 17:00 Saturday 9:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed PRESTON HARRIS LIBRARY Opening Times Monday 9:00 - 19:00 Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 9:00 - 19:00 Thursday 9:00 - 17:00 Friday 9:00 - 19:00 Saturday 9:00 - 17:00 Sunday 11:00 - 16:00 FULWOOD LIBRARY Opening Times Monday 9:00 - 19:00 Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 9:00 - 19:00 Thursday 9:00 - 13:00 Friday 9:00 - 19:00 Saturday 9:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed INGOL LIBRARY Opening Times Monday 9:00 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Tuesday 9:00 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Wednesday 9:00 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Thursday Closed Friday 9:00 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Saturday 9:00 - 12:30 Sunday Closed LONGRIDGE LIBRARY Opening Times Monday 9:30 - 17:00 Tuesday 9:30 - 19:00 Wednesday Closed Thursday 9:30 - 19:00 Friday 9:30 - 17:00 Saturday 9:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed

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SHAROE GREEN LIBRARY 8 Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8ED. Tel: 0300 123 6703 Opening Times: Monday 1.30pm - 7pm Tuesday 9.30am - 12.30pm, 1.30pm - 5pm Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm, 1.30pm-5p Thursday CLOSED Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm 1.30pm - 7pm Saturday 9.30am - 12.30pm Sunday CLOSED PRESTON VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Guild Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston Lancashire PR1 1HT. Phone:01772 253731 Free Admission Opening Times: Monday 10:00 - 05:30 Tuesday 10:00 - 05:30 Wednesday 10:00 - 05:30 Thursday 10:00 - 05:30 Friday 10:00 - 05:30 Saturday 10:00 - 05:30 THE OLD STATION LONGRIDGE The Old Station, Berry Lane, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3JP. Tel: 01772 437958 Heritage and Visitor Centre Exhibitions – free displays and video presentations on the history & heritage of Longridge. Also special exhibitions are held throughout the year.

Town Archive – the archive consists of photographs, sound recordings and documents, providing an insight into life in Longridge over the years. If you would like your photographs included in the archive, please bring them along to the Heritage Centre. All photographs are searchable on our website www. townarchive.longridgestation.co.uk and you can add further information, if you see something you recognise.

Events – themed coffee afternoons to share memories and stories of Longridge, together with other special events throughout the year.

Opening Times: 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday (except Public Holidays)

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PRESTON FLOWER CLUB Do you love flowers and gardening? Are you free one Wednesday afternoon a month? Then come along to our friendly and exciting Flower Club. The Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (except June, August and December) at St Martin’s Hall, Broadway, Fulwood PR2 9TH, at 2 pm. A fabulous floral demonstrator takes to the stage to delight us with some stunning floral arrangements. Not to mention regale us with their stories, teach us a thing or two about arranging flowers as well as sharing their knowledge of plants and flowers. Take part in the raffle and you could win one of their creations to take home with you. We also have a bring and buy stall and refreshments. A wonderful afternoon with flowers and great company – all for under £3 per month if you are a member. Visitors pay £5 per visit. We warmly welcome visitors and new members from throughout the region. Contact Sara for more info 01772 866171.

NOTICES CATS PROTECTION ADOPT A CAT We are looking for the right homes for our cats currently in foster care. If you would like to know more please contact us on 0845 177 0708 and check out our website www.cats.org.uk/preston FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME For disabled people. Simply phone 0800 269 545 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BABY BEAT Do you have 2 hours to spare? The Baby Beat Appeal is a registered charity which raises funds for the Sharoe Green Maternity Unit at Royal Preston Hospital. We purchase vital equipment designed to monitor the unborn baby from conception to birth and to ensure a safe delivery. We have a small shop based at the Unit which raises funds for our charity and we are desperately seeking anyone who would like to become a volunteer and help run it. All we’re looking for is someone who has 2 hours to spare, whether per week, per month or on an ad-hoc basis.

Despite being a ‘charity shop’ – all our stock is brand new and you don’t need experience as training will be given. If you would like to help us, we would love to hear from you. Reg charity no: 1051194-7.

Patrons: BBC Football Pundit Mark Lawrenson, Stephen Bayliss, ITV ‘Good Morning Britain’ presenter Ranvir Singh and First Patron,the late Sir Tom Finney Info: Karen (01772) 524414 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ROSEMERE CANCER FOUNDATION COFFEE SHOP, ROYAL PRESTON HOSPITAL Do you have time to volunteer in a rewarding role at the Rosemere Coffee Shop? Whether you can spare 5 hours a week or on alternate weeks, or could be called upon as a reserve for holidays, please think about joining us. You don’t need experience as full training is given. Marion Jackson, Coffee Shop Manager says ‘we give a lot but we get more in return’. Rosemere Coffee Shop Ltd. Registered Charity No: 1131583 For more information, give Marion a call on 01772 718252

PRESTON BRANCH OF SAVE THE CHILDREN Always looking for new volunteers, so do get in touch if you want to make a difference to children’s lives here in the UK and more than 120 countries worldwide. Save the Children is working with Syrain refugees and the ebola crisis.

To join Preston’s Save The Children, email on f.seth@btinternet.com or tel 01772 864266.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Lancashire Community Car Scheme. Operated

by Preston Community Transport Ltd. Charity No. 1114100. If you have a car, can spare an hour or so a week and want to assist people in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Julie on 01772 516208 GIFT (Guild Initiative for Furniture Trust) A local charity which collects unwanted furniture and household items from the general public (free of charge) and distributes them to people in need in the Preston area - (people are referred to us by over 20 local organisations including Preston domestic violence, Social services, housing associations, Barnardos) - people who have been allocated accommodation but have no means of furnishing it.

We have been operating in Preston for over 20 years (formed in Guild Year 1992) with 5 part time members of staff and volunteers we run a very efficient, low cost, but highly valued service. We help over 400 cases a year - over 800 people including many aged under 25 and dependent children, former homeless, people leaving prison or escaping domestic violence.

At a cost of approximately £60,000 pa, with a dedicated Board of Trustees and volunteers who contribute many hours free of charge. www.gift92.com 01772 716572 PRESTON SAMARITANS You can make an amazing difference at Samaritans.

Our volunteers are changing lives every day, and developing valuable skills and friendships along the way. Volunteers are the heart of Samaritans. We welcome and value every volunteer, from all walks of life. Whatever your interests, experience or skills, we have a role for you. Volunteers give up a few hours of their time every few weeks to help support people around the UK find their way, through whatever is troubling them. Come to an information night to find out more. For more information ring 01772 822022 or www.samaritan.org/volunteer-us

REGULAR EVENTS 48TH PRESTON RAINBOWS Rainbows are for girls aged 5-7yrs and offer many exciting activities including outdoor activities, games, crafts, trips and sleepovers. We meet every Tuesday (term time) 6-7pm in St Michaels Church hall, Tulketh road in Ashton.

For more information visit www.girlguiding.org.uk or email stmichaelsrainbowspreston@outlook.com

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15TH PRESTON RAINBOWS Meet on Thursday night at 5.45 to 6.30pm, ages 5 years to 7 years old, we make things and play games and also make friends. Meetings are held at St Cutberts Church Hall on Lytham Road.

15TH PRESTON BROWNIES Meet on Thursday night at 6.30 pm till 7.30 pm ages 7 years to 11 years old, we do badges, outings and have fun. We meet at St Cuthberts Church Hall Lytham Road.

BROOKS PROBUS CLUB The Club meets on the first and third Monday mornings each month at the Grapes Inn, Goosnargh and prides itself on being friendly and providing fellowship and the opportunity to widen ones circle of friends and acquaintances. It has a full and varied programme of stimulating talks, events and visits throughout the year and is open to retired businessmen, professionals and others of a similar ilk. To learn more of its activities and enquires on joining Contact Secretary on 01772 863743.

MONDAY NIGHT SALSA CLASSES Join Julia and Steve for a weekly fix of Cuban Salsa.

Everyone is welcome to come and meet new friends.

Venue: Conservative Club Longridge, Preston Doors: 8pm til 11pm (last entry 10:00pm) TULKETH TENNIS Tennis for beginners Adults and Juniors . Friendly sociable groups welcome new and beginner players.

Short Tennis every Wednesday and Thursday 10.30 12 , indoor sessions in The sports hall at Playfootball, Tag lane, Ingol. Adult beginner and intermediates - outdoor every Tuesday @ 1.45pm, and Monday at 7.15. Learn at your own pace in friendly groups.

Juniors sessions evenings from 4 .15 and Saturdays.

All enquiries welcome contact Angela 07966315241 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. PRESTON & DISTRICT BLIND BOWLING CLUB Flat green bowling for blind and visually impaired people of all ages and abilities. Meetings at Moor Park bowling greens, Preston on Thursday afternoons, April to Sept, weather permitting.

Steve Dewitt on 01772 731576 FULWOOD TENNIS CLUB Highgate Avenue, Fulwood. Mini tennis and coaching for juniors on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings.

Private lessons available for adults. Social tennis and team play. Just come along to the club.

Contact Jane on 07708 182036 WARTON JUNIOR BADMINTON CLUB Sat 9-10am, 10-11.30am, 11.30-1pm ages 7-18.

Call Dorothy Barrett 739801 / Mike Cooper 633402 ONE DAY PASTEL WORKSHOP Dobbies Garden Centre, Blackpool Road, Clifton, Preston PR4 0XL.With professional artist Les Darlow.

Last Sunday of every month. www.lesdarlow.com, lesdarlow@sky.com, T: Les 07900 576 840 24

PRESTON FLUTE GROUP We are a group of flautists who meet to play ensemble music in a friendly informal atmosphere.

Open to all adult players of approximately grade three standard and over, we meet every other Friday in Woodplumpton to play music of all styles from classical to pop and jazz standards. We use flutes of all sizes from piccolo down to the only subcontrabass flute in the country! Our website is www. prestonflutegroup.co.uk take a look and get in touch!

PRESTON FOLK DANCE CLUB Meet every Monday at 7.30 admission £1.50 at Galloway Hall, Brackenbury Rd, Fulwood, Preston.

Tel.01772 745813 or 01257 791323 PRESTON CONTRACT BRIDGE CLUB St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston PR2 2QJ. The beginners lessons start on the 23rd but run right through the winter, it makes it more difficult to pick up if you are not there at the beginning of the term.

Monday afternoon 12.50 start Assisted social Bridge no partner required. Monday evening 7.05 start duplicate bridge. Tuesday evening lessons 7.15 start no partner required. Wednesday afternoon 12.50 start duplicate bridge no partner required. Thursday evening 7.05 duplicate pairs partner required. Friday evening 7.05.

Duplicate pairs partner required 1st Saturday of the month 7.05 start Duplicate Pairs. For further information visit the website. www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or Email. prestonbridgeclub@gmail.com Tel 01772 720060 RAMBLERS PRESTON GROUP Join the Ramblers Preston Group for walks in Lancashire fresh air, exercise, lovely countryside what more can you ask for? We organize walks on a monthly basis. There are mid-week walks on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays (5-7 miles) and weekend walks on the 3rd and 4th Sundays a long more strenuous walk of 10-13 miles on the 3rd Sunday and a short leisurely walk of about 5 miles on the 4th Sunday.

Non-members are welcome to come along and join us in our walks. Contact our Membership Secretary at gms@ preston.co.uk or visit our web site at www.prestonra. co.uk for assistance in joining the group as a member.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING with RSCDS Ribble Valley Branch.

Beginner’s class Mondays 7.30-9.30pm at Christ Church Hall, Victoria Road, Fulwood, PR2 8NE. £2.00 inc tea & biscuits. Contact Michael 01772 713018 PRESTON FORUM PROBUS CLUB Retired or semi-retired men and ladies - come and listen to interesting and varied speakers. We meet at 10am every other Thursday at Broughton Parish Church Hall, Broadway, Fulwood.

Info: Dave Cope on 01772 863417 TITTLE TATTLE IN THE TOWN (MORECAMBE) Thursdays 10 – 12 Morecambe Library. Come and meet new people, make new friends.Cake, Games, Biscuits, Coffee, Quizes, Fruit, Enjoy, Tea, Fun, Laughter. Contact us for more information or just turn up and enjoy: phone 01524 383394. email office@ mypostivefuture.net

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RIBBLE VALE FLORAL GROUP We meet at 7-30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month in St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Tulketh Rd/Blackpool Rd. junction, Ashton-on-Ribble. We have a flower arranging demonstration from a local or National demonstrator and the arrangements are then raffled off. Tea and coffee are available and visitors are most welcome. Marie on 01772 493098.

SPRINGFIELD FELL WALKING CLUB Walk days Saturday every two weeks. 3 grades of walk. (A,B & C) Saturday 06/06/15 BORROWDALE, ‘A’ 9.1/2 MLS Long ; 3600’ Ascent, ‘B’ 8 MLS Long ; 2800’ Ascent, ‘C’ 6 MLS Long ; 1600’ Ascent. Bus pickup Blackpool to Black bull Preston. www.springfieldsfellwalking.com, contact enquires@ springfieldfellwalking.co.uk, Phone 01772 728718

PRESTON TAE KWON DO Ashton Methodist Church Hall Mondays 6.30pm, Fulwood leisure Centre Wednesdays 6pm, West view leisure centre Wednesday 8.30pm, Thursdays 7pm & Sundays 11am.

2 free classes. Classes for all abilities throughout preston, children from 5years plus, adult classes, family and junior classes available. Family discount on classes etc. Learn self defence, get fit build confidence and have fun.

T: Karen 07739309960, www.prestontaekwondo.co.uk

KRAFTWORKS Freckleton Methodist Church Hall, Kirkham Road, Freckleton, PR4 1HS. a voluntary run craft group who meet fortnightly on a Monday evening 7pm – 9pm.

Come along to our relaxed and friendly craft group and take part in the craft activities, wow your friends and family with your creativity and make new friends.

Or bring your own craft project and share your ideas/ techniques with the group. £3 per session (including refreshments) Info: Marion 07792 665384 / 01772 634282 mazbolton@icloud.com, Linda 07775 744758, Heather 01942 840403, hkjones4@sky.com

THE SUNDAY WALKING GROUP The Preston based Sunday Walking Group organises guided walks each and every Sunday at 10:30. If you would like to get out into the local countryside at the weekend and enjoy a good walk and meet other like-minded people then please visit our Website www. thesundaywalkinggroup.com or contact Derek Harper on 07725 099502 for our Newsletter and more information.

PRESTON EMBROIDERS GUILD Meets at St Andrews Church, Tulketh Road, Preston, PR2 1ES on the first Saturday of the month. We have a full programme of workshops, dayschools and talks.

We welcome everyone, beginners and experienced stitchers. Please telephone 01254 830328 for details.

GARSTANG GATORS For weekly lessons, competitive training and keep fit swimming, we have sessions up to age 21 on Fri/ Sat/Sun/Mon at Garstang YMCA and Lancaster Uni pools. Swimmers compete in North Lancs Micro and Sub leagues, local galas at Blackpool, Preston and Kendal and the popular Annual Champs. We get Olympic training from top swimmers and coaches like Rob Bale, Glen Robinson, Nick Gillingham. One of the friendliest clubs around, please call in on a Fri/Sun session and say hi.

Sue Roome 01995 603885 www.garstangasc.org.uk

FREEBOOTERS RAMBLING CLUB Local pick up points by coach on the second Sunday of each month from South Shore Blackpool to Preston via Lytham St.Annes. Three fully led graded walks mainly to the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

Fare £10. New members welcome.

Ring Pauline on 01253 733833 for information.

STOP SMOKING DROP-IN CLINICS A number of stop smoking drop-in clinics are running in Central Lancashire for people who need help quitting smoking. Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust’s stop smoking service is urging quitters not to struggle on their own but to get in touch! The Quit Squad are holding the sessions at locations in Central Lancashire to enable people to book an appointment or simply drop in for free expert help and advice.

The drop-in sessions take place every week at the following locations: Monday 5pm-7pm: Minerva Health Centre, Preston, Thursday 5pm-7pm: St Mary’s Health Centre, Penwortham , Saturday 9am-11am Minerva Health Centre, Preston. A number of one-to-one clinics are also available for people who would like to book a specific appointment. To find out more please visit www. lancashirecare.nhs.uk and search ‘stop smoking clinics’.

The Quit Squad can be contacted on 01772 644474 or please visit www.quitsquad.nhs.uk

BROUGHTON & DISTRICT TENNIS CLUB Whittingham Lane, Broughton. Tennis for all ages and abilities! Whether it’s social tennis, team tennis or tennis coaching you are after, we cater for everyone! Come along on Monday evening Club Night 6-7.30pm for either ‘Turn Up and Play’ mix in social or a beginners coaching squad. We have 5 floodlit courts available. For more details of this or any aspect of the tennis club call Helen, secretary 01772 495517 or David White, resident coach 07736 739783 or email broughtontennis@hotmail.co.uk

LINE DANCING IN PRESTON EVERY TUESDAY Come along and join in the fun, singles, couples, groups. Meet new friends and keep fit. All levels, beginners welcome. BAC/EE Sports and Social Club, South Meadow Lane, Broadgate, Preston More Info call Dougie on 07815533645

BARKING MAD MONTHLY COFFEE MORNINGS We meet at Dobbies Garden Centre, Newton. Bringing together dog lovers who have a dog and love looking after another dog or dog lovers who miss having a dog and enjoy looking after a dog on a part time basis.

A friendly group meeting to chat about the fun and companionship of looking after a dog. It’s a great way to get together with like minded people and enjoy all the benefits of having a dog stay on a part time basis.

For details of the next coffee morning phone Alison on 07786438067 or e-mail alison.gledhill@barkingmad. uk.com

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3 IN 1 GENTLE EXERCISE CLASS Unique combination of Pilates, yoga, and gentle aerobics. Feel fitter and more relaxed. Improve your posture and flexibility. Friendly, none competitive atmosphere. Tuesday mornings 9:30am–10:30am. £4 per session.

St. Martin’s Parish Hall, Broadway, Fulwood. Hilary Hine RSA, T: 01995 601040, E: hinefamily.hh@gmail.com GREAT ECCLESTON MARKET DAY The market takes place every Wednesday from 9am – 4pm. For information on Great Eccleston Market call 07590 043238 9TH PRESTON GUIDES Girlguiding is a fun way for girls aged 10-14 to meet people and to try activities which are new to you. We meet every Tuesday at 19:30-21:00 at Christ Church Hall on Victoria Road in Fulwood and run activities such as crafts, games, challenges and camps. Guides is a fantastic opportunity to get involved as part of a team and also as an individual. We will be restarting 9th September after the summer holidays. Come and see for yourself!

OIL PAINTING CLASSES At mike hall`s dance studio preston old rd. (opp boars head) taught by a professional local artist. Monday night 7.00pm - 9-30pm. Tuesday morning 10.30am - 1.00pm. Tuesday night 7.00pm - 9.30pm. Thursday afternoon 1.00pm - 3.30pm. Contact Bob 07780804195 SEQUENCE DANCING Saturday Evenings 7-30pm-10-00pm @ Galloway Hall, Brackenbury Road, Fulwood Preston PR2 3BS Everyone Welcome. Contact Susan 01253 400081 DEMENTIA CARERS SUPPORT GROUP If you are caring for someone with dementia and would like to come along for a chat and a coffee and to meet other carers in the same circumstances, then come along to the dementia support group. We meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month at St. Michaels Church Church Street Kirkham between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. Contacts Carole 01772 682144 or Jean 01772 468918.

YOGA CLASSES Day and evening classes for all ages & abilities( including pregnant ladies) in Garstang. Catterall Village Hall: Monday & Friday Evenings & Saturday Mornings, Cabus Village Hall: Monday & Wednesday Mornings, Kirkland & Catterall Memorial Hall: Wednesday Evenings.

Contact Sam on 07985 581888 or email ysas@hotmail. co.uk or go to www.yogaspiritandstrength.co.uk SPIRITUAL HEALING Every Sunday 5 pm - 6pm, Preston Ethical Spiritualist Church, 16 Newton Road, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, PR2 1DY. Info: Maria Welch T: 07742 876747 PRESTON & DISTRICT UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE (U3A) This group is designed to provide physical and mental stimulation for retired people. We have a monthly meeting on the 3rd Thursday of the month in the Great Room at PNE with a visiting speaker. In addition we have over 50 interest groups which meet at St. Cuthbert’s Church Centre on Lytham Road, Preston and other satellite venues in the area.

For more information visit our website www.u3asites. org.uk/preston or contact Ken on 01772 437434 or email kennethjamesyoude@hotmail.com

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CRAFT CLUB Hobbycraft, Deepdale Retail Park, Blackpool Road, Preston. 1st and 3rd Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm and 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7.00pm - 9.00pm every month.

Craft material will be provided or bring your own craft items with you. From Card Making, Scrapbooking, Decoupage, Decopatch, Sewing, Knitting, Crochet and lots lots more. Come along for a coffee and a chat. £3.50 per session.

Call Barbara for more info 07854 502724/01772 734669 e-mail barbara@craft-flair.co.uk PRESTON GRASSHOPPERS SOCIAL SQUASH Every Sunday Night. 3 squash courts and shared facilities with the famous Grasshoppers Rugby Club, including a members bar which is open every night of the week. Just turn up, we play social Squash every Sunday night from 7pm. Any questions email prestongrasshoppers@hotmail.com or call Colin 07973 254 324 CROESO CYNNES I BAWB, WELSH CLUB PRESTON welcomes everyone- beginners, rusty or fluent to come and share our beautiful language. First Thursday every month) 10.00-12.00 in the Lending Library (non-fiction) at The Harris, Museum Street. www.welshclubpreston.org.

PRESTON AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY Meet at the Lonsdale Club, Fulwood Hall Lane PR2 8DB every Thursday evening from 7PM. We offer instruction and Examinations at all 3 levels (Foundation Intermediate and Advanced ) Email john@ engineer.com for more info NFSH HEALING TRUST Every Tuesday at the Quaker hall in St. Georges Road the NFSH Healing Trust holds a ‘drop in’ evening from 6:30 pm to 8:30. All the healers observe the NFSH code of practice. The NFSH Healing Trust is a charitable organisation, charity number:- 1094702.

For further information telephone Yvonne Ball 01772 784960 or Anne Cutler 079 041 543 05 PRESTON GARDEN SOCIETY We hold our meetings on the third Tuesday of every month @ 7.30pm. St Andrew’s Church Hall, Tulketh Road, Ashton. Come and listen to speakers and meet new friends. Refreshments available. T: 01772 723255 SCRABBLE CLUBS Tuesdays 7.15pm and Thursdays 1.30pm Please call for further information 01772 716210 THE GARSTANG COUNTRY MARKET For quality home baking , preserves , handicrafts , gifts, fruit, vegetables, flowers and plants in season.

At the Garstang Sports and Social Club, Lancaster Road / High Street (entrance next to LBT Motors ) Garstang PR3 1FB. Every Thursday 10 - 12 noon. Tea and coffee available from 9 : 30 am. Free parking at the Hall. Local contact / information T: 01995 603644 ASHTON ON RIBBLE WOMENS INSTITUTE Ladies meetings every second tuesday in the month, 1:30 to 3:30pm. St Andrews Church Hall, Tulketh Road, Ashton, Preston. Contact Muriel 01772 733263 PHOENIX CEILIDHS If you thought country dancing might be boring, think again! It’s fast, fun and a good laugh all night. There’s a caller to explain the dances and our bands are top notch. They play superb music and perform at all the major folk festivals across the country. You don’t need to bring a partner and it’s ok to ask someone to dance. First-timers and families welcome. See you there! Friday 15th May 8pm until 11:30pm Adlington Community Centre, Railway Road, Adlington, Chorley PR6 9RF. www.phoenixceilidhs.co.uk

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BROUGHTON WI Broughton WI holds a meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Broughton Club Hall, Whittingham Lane, Broughton, at 7.30pm, usually with a speaker, always with a cup of tea! There is also a craft section, a book group and a walking group. Visitors can come free for up to 3 meetings and we are a very friendly group. For more information please ring either Ann on 864175 or Olive on 462913 RIBBY HALL BOWLING CLUB The men’s crown green bowling club based at Ribby Hall Holiday Village Wrea Green welcomes new members. Whether you are an experienced bowler, a novice or would just like to take up this enjoyable sport why not give us a try? We have four teams in local leagues playing Monday and Thursday afternoons, and Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

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FULWOOD & BROUGHTON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Meet monthly at St Martin’s Church Hall Fulwood, usually the first Thursday on the month at 2pm.

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ARCHAEOLOGY If you’re interested in the history or prehistory of the Fylde Coast and North Preston areas then Wyre Archaeology Group (WAG) is worth a look. WAG offers a chance for everyone to get involved in practical archaeology, whatever their age, knowledge or skill level, through our programme of excavations and other activities. Offering basic training, essential equipment and free dig insurance for members. In previous years our Spring and Summer ‘Big Digs’ have found evidence of Iron Age, Roman and early mediaeval activity in the Fylde peninsula and this year’s digging season is just as promising. WAG is affiliated to the Council for British Archaeology and we have strong links with professionals in the field.

Regular meetings at Farmer Parr’s in Thornton on the 3rd Wednesday of every month (except November and January), starting at 7.00pm, where we keep up to date with activities and there are occasional guest speakers on relevant topics. Non-members may attend 2 meetings free of charge. You can join as a Full Member or, if you can’t get to meetings why not become an Associate Member. We’ll send you a regular e-newsletter with updates and more.

If you’d like to get involved - even just as an armchair archaeologist – just e-mail the Secretary at secwyrearch@aol.com or call 0752 850 3710. www. wyrearchaeology.org.uk ROSARY & BENEDICTION Every Sunday at 6 pm at St Walburge’s Catholic Church, Weston Street, Preston PR2 2QE. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with the recitation of the Rosary and Litany of Our Lady, followed by Benediction. All are welcome.

For more information please contact can.altiere@icrsp.org or visit www.stwalburge.org NFSH HEALING TRUST Every Tuesday at the Quaker hall in St. Georges Road, Preston the NFSH Healing Trust holds a ‘drop in’ evening from 6:30 pm to 8:30. All the healers observe the NFSH code of practice. The NFSH Healing Trust is a charitable organisation, charity number:- 1094702.

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

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

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

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REVIVAL! Sat 8th Aug 10am – 5pm Preston’s Historic Flag Market (PR1 2PP) Free entry for all! Eclectic stalls upon Market Square and within the beautiful Harris Museum. Watch live music all-day…and find fun rides for the kids! Love art? Talented artists will creating murals upon the flags, plus enjoy tours of the Harris Art Gallery. www.dollydazzlerpresents.co.uk www.facebook.com/DollyDazzlerPresents MESSAGES FROM 1915 - POSTCARDS FROM THE FRONT 10th August 2015, 1pm Lancaster Maritime Museum, Custom House, St. George’s Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RB Andrew Brooks, author of ‘Postcard Messages from the Great War’, will be giving a talk revealing the fascinating correspondences soliders on the front sent back home Free entry – please book in advance by ringing 01524 382264 CHARITY PIANO RECITAL Tuesday August 11th, 7.30pm The Centre @ Halton, Low Rd, Halton, Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 6NB As part of a Land’s End to John O’Groats charity cycle, prize winning pianist Edward Pick will be giving a concert recital. The programme will include popular works by Schubert, Chopin and Debussy.

Tickets are only £8, which will include refreshments.

Funds raised are for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and can also be donated through www.justgiving. com/EdwardPick. For information on his career as a pianist, see www.edwardpick.com.

Bookings through: lejog@edwardpick.com or on tel: 07510 247009 RSPCA DOG SHOW & CATLESS CAT SHOW Sunday 30th August, 10am - 4pm Outside Stanley Park, Blackpool 22 Classes for dogs to take part in and win prizes!

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

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BROUGHTON FLOWER, HORTICULTURAL & CRAFT SHOW Saturday 5th September, 11.45 am St. Martin’s Hall, Broadway, Fulwood, PR2 9TH Entries are welcome for a wide range of interests, including flowers, vegetables, plants, produce, confectionery, handicrafts, art and photographs, as well as classes for children.

For full details, please visit our website at www. broughtonshow.com THE MARK LAWRENSON CHARITY GOLF DAY Monday 14th September, from 11am

Leyland Golf Club In aid of the Baby Beat Appeal. Registration and light lunch from 11am, 4 course evening meal with comedian entertainment and competitions throughout the day.

Entrance fee £275 per team. Team Stableford 2 out of 4 scores to count (shotgun start) Handicap limit Ladies 36, Gents 24 (3/4 allowance) For booking contact 01772 524414

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

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