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Lancashire women urged to get pretty muddy Lancashire women are being urged to fight dirty when it comes to conquering cancer - by signing up now for an exciting new event from Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life

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Pretty Muddy is a women-only, non-competitive 5k obstacle course – with added mud. It will take place for the first time in the city at Preston’s Moor Park on Saturday, July 18.

Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life family of events also includes the 5k and 10k courses, which thousands of women will take on at the same venue on Sunday, May 24 to raise money for life-saving research. It’s the perfect challenge for those looking to shake off the January blues and commit to get more active in 2015.

Every hour, more than four people are diagnosed with cancer in North West. And that’s why Cancer Research UK is calling on Lancashire women to fight back against this devastating disease by choosing their challenge - Pretty Muddy, 5k or 10k - and signing up now.

Laura Taylor, Cancer Research UK’s North West Event Manager, said: ‘We’re so excited about launching Race for Life Pretty Muddy in Preston. The event is taking place in the city for the first time and we’re calling on local ladies to sign up now. We’ve no doubt that they’ve got the fighting spirit to get down and dirty in the bid to beat cancer sooner. Pretty Muddy promises all the fun and camaraderie of our much loved 5k and 10k events – just with an extra serving of mud. Race for Life events are not competitive. They are not about being fit or fast. Women can complete the Pretty Muddy course at their own pace, climbing, jumping, walking and laughing their way around. It’s about an army of women coming together in the fight against cancer. If you’re looking for an opportunity to get the New Year off to good start, this is the time to commit to Race for Life. With fire in their bellies and trainers at the ready, we know that Preston ladies are up for the challenge.’

Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life, in partnership with Tesco, is an inspiring women-only series of 5k, 10k and Pretty Muddy events which raises millions of pounds every year to help beat 200 different types of cancer. Money raised through Race for Life allows Cancer Research UK’s doctors, nurses and scientists

to advance research which is helping to save the lives of men, women and children across the Lancashire.

Cancer survival rates have doubled since the 1970s and Cancer Research UK’s work has been at the heart of that progress. But more funds and more supporters are needed to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.

Laura continued: ‘We’re calling on the brave ladies of Lancashire to pull on their leggings and take on cancer at this year’s event. Race for Life is to celebrate those who are with us, and also remember those who are not. The atmosphere is electric, our participants are so inspiring and we’re calling on the women of Lancashire to help make 2015 our best year yet.”

To enter Race for Life today go to raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

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5k Events in Lancashire Preston: 5k on Sunday, 24 May at 11am at Moor Park – BRAND NEW Blackpool: 5k on Wednesday, 1 July at 19:30pm at The Prom 10k Events in Lancashire Preston: 10k on Sunday, 24 May at 11am at Moor Park – BRAND NEW Blackpool: 10k on Wednesday, 1 July at 19:30pm at The Prom – BRAND NEW Pretty Muddy Events in Lancashire Preston: on Saturday 18 July from 10.00am at Moor Park – BRAND NEW

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                             14

              

  

                                 

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BOSCH HOME APPLIANCES WAE24063GB Washing Machine • 6kg load • 1200 spin • 2 year warranty

WAE24490GB Washing Machine • 7kg load • 1200 spin • 15min quick wash

WTE84106GB Tumble Dryer • 7kg load • Sensor condenser • 2 year warranty

£249.99

£349.99

£299.99

BCH61840 Cordless Upright Vacuum Cleaner • Lightweight • Bagless

WAQ283S1GB Washing Machine • 8kg load • 1400 spin • 15min quick wash

SMS40T42UK Dishwasher • 12 place settings • Quick wash• 2 year warranty

£199.99

£269.99

£399.99

Preslec have been serving Preston and the Fylde coast since 1975 Having three shops, Preston, Kirkham and Cleveleys enables Preslec to have the buying power to deal direct with some of the worlds largest manufacturers. Bosch, Neff, Hotpoint, Indesit, Smeg & Sony to name a few and are Dyson premium retailers.

Preslec have their own technicians so if you have a problem with an electric appliance, give them a call.

There is no call out charge and most repairs are completed on the same day.

Preslec’s workshop can service and repair your Dyson Vacuum Cleaner and repair your GHD’S with free estimates. Repairs start from as little as £17.99 so if you are wanting your appliance repairing or you need a replacement give them a call or go in to one of there stores. The friendly staff are always on hand to offer the best advice. Preslec is also online at www.preslec.co.uk to take your orders 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

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Preslec display a full range of both freestanding and built in appliances and carry a large amount of stock so can deliver to you quickly and efficiently giving you the best price with service. Preslec do not just offer great low prices but also deliver the best service. Inclusive in the price Preslec will deliver your new appliance at a convenient time, install it to an existing supply* remove the old appliance and take away the packaging.

Fleetwood Street

50 Poulton Street, Kirkham, Preston PR4 2AH

1 Nutter Road, Cleveleys FY5 1BG

263-265 Fylde Road, Preston PR2 2NH

01772 685495

01253 821444

01772 724960

your business call 0800 970 7687 or email info@link-mag.co.uk Visit us onlineAdvertise at www.preslec.co.uk

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PRESLEC E L A SNOW ON HOME APPLIANCES HOTPOINT

HOTPOINT

WHITE & GRAPHITE Fridge Freezer • Frost Free • Free Removal

£349.99 HOTPOINT

ECOFL1810 Fridge Freezer • Black version

£379.99

HOTPOINT

HV7L1451P Washing Machine • 7kg load • 1400 spin • 30min quick wash

VHM80CP Tumble Dryer • 8kg load • Vented

£269.99

£199.99

BEST PRICE WITH SERVICE

WHIRLPOOL AKP214 IX & WH Washing Machine • White/Stainless • Fan oven • Includes fitting

£199.99

OUR PRICE INCLUDES: HOTPOINT

HULT943G Washing Machine • 9kg load • 1400 spin • A+++ Energy

£319.99 SMEG

CC92MX9 Range Cooker • 90cm • Dual fuel • Double oven

£799.99 SMEG

TR4110 ‘VICTORIA’ Range Cooker • 110cm • 3 year warranty

£1899.99

✔ DELIVERY ✔ DISCONNECT OLD ✔ CONNECT NEW ✔ RECYCLE PACKAGING & OLD APPLIANCE

HOTPOINT

HULT943K Washing Machine • 9kg load • 1400 spin • A+++ Energy

£349.99

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SONY

£279.99

£279.99

V6 Cordless Vacuum • Motorised head • 2 year warranty

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KDL32R433BBU LED TV • 32” • Freeview HD • HD Ready

SONY

KDL42W829BBU LED Smart TV • 42” • 1080p • 400hz • 3D • 5 year warranty

£499.99

* Install and remove free standing appliances like for like. Not including gas. Terms & conditions apply.

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                           

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                            

                          

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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

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

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 Caritas Care Ltd 01772 732313 CancerHelp (Preston) Ltd 01772 793344 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 Fylde Citizens Advice Bureau TRANSPORT 01772 682588 Blackpool Airport 01253 343434 Heartbeat (Cardiac Rehabilitation/ Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 Support) 01772 717147 UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Help Direct 0303 3331021 Coast Guard Services Mental Health Help Line 0500 639 000 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Missing People 0500 700 700 (24hr)

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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 0844 800 6772 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

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WHAT’S ON IN

PRESTON NORTH Number 1 choice for FREE what’s on listings in your area.

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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 9:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Tuesday 9:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Wednesday 9:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 17:00 Thursday Closed Friday 9:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 19:00 Saturday 9:30 - 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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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 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!

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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 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.

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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 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.

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 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 SPRINGFIELD FELL WALKING CLUB Walk days Saturday every two weeks. 3 grades of walk. (A,B & C). Saturday 09/05/15 Langdales, ‘A’ 9 MLS Long ; 3700’ Ascent, ‘B’ 8 MLS Long ; 2900’ Ascent, ‘C’ 7 MLS Long ; 1500’ Ascent. Saturday 23/05/15 THE ROACHES, ‘A’ 13 MLS Long ; 2400’ Ascent ‘B’ 10 MLS Long ; 1800’ Ascent, ‘C’ 8 MLS Long ; 1500’ Ascent. Bus pickup Blackpool to Black bull Preston. www.springfieldsfellwalking.com, contact enquires@ springfieldfellwalking.co.uk, Phone 01772 728718

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 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.

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.

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 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 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 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 & Thurdsday (except first Thurs of the month) 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

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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 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.

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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 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

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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.

Contact Eddie on 01772 686458.

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

Regular meetings & activities include a speaker, raffle, refreshments & a sales table.

Contact Barbara 01772719464 or Janet 01772 718676 for further information.

THIS MONTH HAIRSPRAY 5 – 9 May 2015, 7.30 pm with a matinee at 2.30 pm Saturday The Grand Theatre, Lancaster

Big Musical, Big Comedy, Big Hair, LADOS present the local amateur premiere of HAIRSPRAY. We are a registered charity (515089), and make donations to charity each year, our last being to the Lancaster Homeless Centre at Christmas. Tickets £10 for tuesday, all other performances £12. Family ticket £45 (includes 2 adults and 2 children). Party booking rates available.

CAR CARNIVAL ON THE GREEN Sunday 31st May, 1pm - 3pm The Village Green, Wrea Green

Including Classic, Vintage and Super Cars. Everyone welcome, in support of Trinity Hospice. Exhibitors welcome at £10 donation per car

Info contact Sally on 01772 682159 or email: sally@ wareingbuildings.co.uk OUTDOOR THEATRE LYTHAM HALL 2015 Sunday 14th June, 6:00pm Chapterhouse Theatre

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. For the opening production of the outdoor season at Lytham Hall Chapterhouse Theatre Company make a welcome return visit with their production of Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre, adapted for the stage by Laura Turner. Producer Richard Main and his cast of eight portray all the emotions and experiences of the title character and her tempestuous relationship with the moody Mr. Rochester.

Lytham Hall’s delightful parkland provides an ideal backdrop for a picnic and an open air performance at the height of the long summer evenings.

Sunday 5th July, 6:00pm Illyria

The Taming Of The Shrew by William Shakespeare

Tuesday 14th July, 7:30pm Illyria

Iolanthe by Gilbert and Sullivan

Sunday 23 August, 4:00pm Illyria

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice - traditional www.lythamhall.org.uk

Tickets; Box office tel: 01524 64695, www. lancastergrand.co.uk

LADIES DAY ROYAL ASCOT Departing 17th June 2015

SKY VALLEY MISTRESS, SALTWATER INJECTION + FIGHTING Fri 15th May, 8pm The Ferret, 55 Fylde Road, Preston, PR1 2XQ Sky Valley Mistress are, simply put, one of the northwest’s best bands, and, as they put it themselves, probably the best band you’ve never heard. The Ferret is their favourite venue and, from their usual reception, they must be one of our favourite bands. They play dirty rock and roll with attitude and lots of black tees and jeans. www.facebook.com/skyvalleymistress.

Support comes from Injection and local Preston postpunk-dancey noise slugs Fighting www.theferret.info

To Book Or For Further Information Tel. 01995 640185 / 01772 864689

DRAGSTRIP JUNKIES, AVALANCHE PARTY + ELMO AND THE STYX Sat 16th May, 8pm The Ferret, 55 Fylde Road, Preston, PR1 2XQ Dragstrip Junkies hail from the gutters of Preston, the Dragstrip Junkies are a full tilt, high octane, rock ‘n’ roll band. Kickin’ the shit out of venues for the past 10 years. The Dragstrip Junkies are THE band to see live. The ‘never say die’ attitude is what has kept this band going and they are here to stay! Avalanche Party is garage-punk hopped up on adrenalin and amphetamines. Their sound is intense and immediate, So new yet so familiar and brimming with an urgency that explodes off the stage like the front lines of a war you didn’t even realise was being fought. Elmo and the Styx formed in 2011. Since then they have become known for their frenzied live shows and their unique approach to grunge punk. With influences ranging from QOTSA to early 90s video game music, they have crafted a multi-layered riff-based style, more complex than one would expect from a guitar-bassdrum punk trio. Some say they are secretly a prog band, but with the raw, frantic delivery of a post-fix Nirvana. www.theferret.info

3 Days From Only £345! Includes Coach Travel Throughout (Pick Up Points; Wyre, Barton, Preston & M6 Services) 2 Nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast Hilton Watford Four Star Hotel. Ladies Day At Royal Ascot with Admission To The Race Course, visit To Oxford & Stratford-On-Avon. Single Supplement £50. Proceeds To Cancer Help Preston Ltd. Bursary Fund. Reg. Charity No. 1032828

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