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hristmas is portrayed as a wonderful time of year, if the marketing people have done their jobs properly; it is a time to lavish gifts on each other, completely disregarding the consequences. Many people have woken up with a hangover after a particularly exuberant Christmas party and asked themselves, “What have I done?”. Checking your bank balance after the Christmas festivities are over can provoke a similar reaction. January is a fairly depressing time of year as it is without making it any worse for you. Perhaps the banks should put one of those sad faces you sometimes get in texts on your statements, or the high streets should be forced to post pictures of a person pulling out a completely empty pocket.
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Christmas Cooking
A festive Feast
Christmas gives friends and families a perfect excuse to come in from the cold and celebrate over plenty of delicious food! Get in to the Christmas spirit with our easy yet impressive recipes that will make this Christmas one to remember.
Roast turkey
with watercress and orange stuffing Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 3hours Serves: 6 Ingredients: 1 (4kg) oven ready turkey, giblets removed 1 onion, halved 1 lemon, halved 75g soft butter 100g watercress For the stuffing: 50g butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 stick celery, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 100g watercress, chopped 50g blanched toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped zest and juice 1 large orange 200g fresh white breadcrumbs 10ml dried thyme salt and freshly ground black pepper For the gravy 100ml sherry or dry white wine 500ml chicken stock 30ml cornflour
Method: Make the stuffing, melt the butter in a medium pan add the onion and celery and cook over a medium heat until soft and pale golden. Add the garlic and watercress, cook for a further 2 mins until the watercress is wilted. Remove from the heat and tip into a large bowl, add the hazelnuts, orange zest and juice, breadcrumbs, thyme and plenty of freshly ground black pepper and a little salt to taste. Mix well. Leave until cold. Preheat the oven to 190oC/ Fan 170oC Gas Mark 5. Wash the turkey inside and out and dry with kitchen paper. Place the onion and lemon inside the cavity of the bird. Spoon the stuffing into the neck flap of the turkey, packing it in tightly, then secure the flap with cocktail sticks, or sew together. Line a large roasting tray with two pieces of wide foil laid like a cross. Place the turkey in the centre of the foil and rub the breast and legs with the soft butter. Season with salt and pepper. Pull the foil up and around
the turkey to ‘tent’ the bird, sealing it at the edges. Place in the centre of the hot oven and roast for 3hrs. Half way through the cooking time, remove the bird from the oven, loosen the foil and spoon the cooking juices over the bird to baste, reseal the foil and continue to roast. Forty minutes before the end of cooking. Remove from the oven, fold back the foil, baste the bird with the juices again then, roast uncovered until the turkey is a lovely golden brown. Remove the bird from the oven, transfer to a board, cover with foil and leave to rest for 10 minutes this makes carving easier. To make the gravy, pour the hot stock into the roasting tin and use a wooden spoon to scrape away all the cooking juices that have collected on the foil
and in the tin. Then pour the liquid through a sieve into a medium pan. Place on the hob, add the sherry and bring to the boil and simmer to reduce for 10 minutes. Mix the cornflour to a smooth paste with a little cold water, then add to the gravy stirring until the gravy boils and thickens. Transfer to a warm gravy boat and keep warm. To present the turkey for the table, take a large warm serving platter, scatter the watercress all over the plate. Lift the turkey from the board and arrange in the centre of the leaves. The leaves will wilt and soak up the juices from the bird as it is carved. Serve the turkey and stuffing in slices with a good portion of the wilted watercress. Serve with all your favourite seasonal vegetables.
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Roast Potatoes, Parsnips and Shallots
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with Pancetta and Bay Leaves Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 1 ½ hours Serves: 6 Ingredients: 1.5kg Potatoes, medium sized, peeled 900g parsnips, medium sized, peeled 2 tbsp plain flour 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped, plus a few sprigs 6-8 tbsp rapeseed oil 12 shallots, peeled 200g pancetta, roughly chopped 6 whole bay leaves Sea salt and black pepper www.UKshallot.com
Method: Preheat oven to 200°C/Gas 6 Cut any large potatoes in half and all of the parsnips in half lengthways, cook the potatoes in boiling salted water for 8 minutes or until parboiled. Meanwhile cook the parsnips in the same way in another pan for 4 minutes. Drain the potatoes well then return to the pan and cover, shake the pan to roughen the edges of the potatoes. Drain the parsnips and toss them in the flour, chopped thyme and seasoning. Pour the rapeseed oil into a large roasting tin and heat in the oven; you need around 1cm of oil in the tin. Add the potatoes and turn them over in the oil using a slotted spoon. Roast uncovered for 15-20 minutes, remove the tin from the oven and turn the potatoes, add the parsnips
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Cranberry Meringue Roulade with Cointreau Orange Cream Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 25 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients: For the meringue 5 eggs whites 275g caster sugar 50g flaked almonds For the filling 250g fresh cranberries 100g caster sugar Grated zest and juice of half an orange 300ml double cream 3 tbsps Cointreau Cooks Tip: For that extra wow factor decorate with chocolate holly leaves and delicious crystallised fresh cranberries. For the holly leaves paint melted chocolate onto the back of clean holly or bay leaves, allow to set in the fridge, repeat with another layer of chocolate and set again. Carefully peel off. To make crystallised cranberries, soak fresh uncooked cranberries in a sugar syrup, roll in caster sugar and allow to dry for a few hours. 34
Method: Preheat the oven to 200°C / Gas Mark 6. Line a 35cmx23cm Swiss roll tin with lightly greased baking parchment. Whisk the egg whites until very stiff, then gradually add the sugar. Spread the meringue into the prepared tin and sprinkle with the almonds. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes then reduce the heat to 160°C / Gas Mark 3 and continue to cook for a further 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn almond side down on to a sheet of baking parchment, allow to cool. To make the filling, place the cranberries in a saucepan with the sugar,
orange juice and zest and simmer until softened and syrupy. Then take off the heat and allow to cool. When ready to assemble whisk the cream and the Cointreau until the mixture stands in soft peaks. Spread the cool cranberry mixture evenly over the roulade then spread the cream over. Roll up from the long end fairly tightly, don’t worry if it cracks a little. Place on a serving plate and chill before serving. To freeze: Place the filled and rolled roulade on a suitable platter, open freeze overnight then wrap in a double layer of foil. Allow to defrost slowly for several hours. www.berryworld.com
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n Don’t truss and stuff a turkey - it adds too much cooking time and can dry out the turkey.
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Winter Wonderland A visit to Hyde Park between the 20th November and 3rd January between 10am10pm every day (except Christmas Day) will lead you to, as the name suggests, a Winter Wonderland! Included on the site are an ice rink, circus shows, Bar Ice, Santa Land, the Giant Wheel, Christmas Markets, fun fair rides and daily free live music. With something on for every member of the family, it’s a great place to please children and adults of all ages. Tickets can be purchased for each attraction and need to be obtained in advance, with family tickets starting from around £20.00 and adult prices averaging between £7-£10. The best time to visit is midweek where you’ll find a slightly slower and less chaotic pace and with so much on offer, you’ll easily fill the day! (www.hydepark winterwonderland.com)
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National Trust and English Heritage For a more nostalgic Christmas feel, check out one of the National Trust or English Heritage sites for a variety of Christmassy events and activities. With prices starting from free to visit some of the properties and gardens throughout the UK; wrap up and make the most of a beautiful Wintry walk, or visit a specific event. Soak up the 1930’s Christmas at Castle Drogo in Devon, take part in the Tudor Festivities at Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire or check out the programme of theatrical events and carol concerts taking part at one of the many UK sites. (www.nationaltrust.org.uk; www.english-heritage.org.uk)
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Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, said: “Although it sounds like common sense, advising people on how to stay warm in winter can actually make all the difference. Many people are not fully aware of how the cold affects our bodies differently as we age and how, if we don’t take sensible precautions, it can very quickly put our lives in danger. “Winter can be an incredibly daunting and difficult time for older people, especially those who live alone or are housebound, so it’s vital that we do all we can to help them prepare for the colder weather. We urge anyone who is concerned about keeping warm and well over winter to get in touch with their local Age UK to find out how we can help them.”
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4th december 2015
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CAST: Adam Scott, Toni Collette, David Koechner, Conchata Ferrell, Emjay Anthony, Allison Tolman Krampus a dark festive tale of a festive ghoul, reveals an irreverently twisted side to the Christmas season. When his dysfunctional family clashes over Christmas, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil that is intent on punishing non-believers.
11th december 2015
bY the SeA
CAST: Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie Pitt, MĂŠlanie Laurent, Melvil Poupaud, Niels Arestrup and Richard Bohringer By the Sea follows an American writer named Roland and his wife, Vanessa who arrive in a tranquil and picturesque seaside
resort in 1970s France, their marriage in apparent crisis. As they spend time with fellow travellers, including young newlyweds Lea and François and village locals Michel and Patrice the couple begins to come to terms with unresolved issues in their own lives.
Set thirty years after the events of Return of the Jedi, Star Wars: The Force Awakens sees old favourites of the original cast reunited alongside new cast members.
18th december 2015
SISterS
17th december 2015
StAr WArS: the FOrce AWAKeNS
CAST: Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher This December sees the release of the highly anticipated episode seven of Star Wars. CAST: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Jay Roach Sisters is a new film from Pitch Perfect director Jason Moore about two disconnected sisters. They are summoned home to clear out their childhood bedroom before their parents sell the family home. Looking to recapture their glory days, they throw one final high-schoolstyle party for their classmates, which turns into the cathartic rager that a bunch of grounddown adults really need.
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25th december 2015
IN the heArt OF the SeA
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1St JANUArY 2016
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In the winter of 1820, the New England whaling ship Essex was assaulted by something no one could believe: a whale of mammoth size and will, and an almost human sense of vengeance. The real-life maritime disaster would inspire Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. But that told only half the story. “Heart of the Sea” reveals the encounter’s harrowing aftermath, as the ship’s surviving crew is pushed to their limits and forced to do the unthinkable to stay alive. Braving storms, starvation, panic and despair, the men will call into question their deepest beliefs, from the value of their lives to the morality of their trade, as their captain searches for direction on the open sea
A film based on a book by David Ebershoff the film is a love story inspired by the lives of Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. The film explores their marriage and work as Lili navigates the journey as a transgender pioneer.
CAST: Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander
DVD/BLU-RAY 21St december 2015 mISS FISher’S mUrder mYSterIeS SerIeS 3 The very glamorous lady detective, Miss Phryne Fisher (Essie Davis, The Matrix Revolutions), is back – careering through the back streets of 1928 Melbourne, fighting injustice with her pearl-handled
pistol and her dagger-sharp wit. Based on the bestselling novels of Kerry Greenwood, this third series of the much loved Miss Fisher comes to DVD following its successful broadcast on TV’s Alibi channel. The third series of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries continues to follow the glamorous lady detective as she solves crimes with panache and valour alongside Detective Inspector Jack Robinson. Together the dynamic duo enter the magical world of the magician’s assistant; fly high at the RAAF; swim in the murky undercurrent with the Italian crime organisation the Camorra; and become a little too well acquainted with the tantalising tennis crowd. Phryne throws herself into investigations with a bravado many men would struggle to muster but is surprised by the unexpected arrival of her roguish, philandering father. As she looks to put old ghosts to rest Lord Fisher still manages to rile her with his outrageous behaviour. And will all run smoothly for Dot and Hugh in the build up to their big day? This suitably lustrous DVD set, rich in the stylish wit and charm of the series, includes all 8 episodes from the third series and lashings of Behind the Scenes features filmed on location with cast and crew.
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FREE Online Listing www.link-mag.co.uk ARTS & CRAFTS Advertise Here Call 0800 970 7687 BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL David Williamson LTD ..............42 Fylde Law ...............................25 GB Energy ................................79 JT Byrne ..................................31 Ladybird Bookkeeping & Accounts 73 Orion Media ................................4 CARE & ADVICE 121 Domestic Support ..............72 Cumberland Chapel ...................73 Warren Manor ...........................52 Warren Hub ................................52 CHILDREN & EDUCATION Piano & Keyboard Teacher ..........30 Private Tuition ............................77 ELECTRICAL & RETAIL Appliance Spares Direct Ltd ........4 Chapman’s TV Services .............76 Coltek Services ..........................76 CPH Computers .........................77 Fabrics of Fleetwood ..................42 First Response Appliances ........29 FiveStar Services ..........................1 FiveStar Services .......................80 Reliant Direct .............................36 Reliant Direct .............................37 Stephen Birt Computer Training .30 Tower Audio ...............................18 Wyre Vacuum Repairs ................78 FOOD & DRINK New Boston Hotel .........................33 SUDA THAI Restaurant .................33 GARDENING & LANDSCAPING A&A Fencing & Flagging ............73 Affordable Fencing ....................78 B Fisher Garden Services ........39 BJG Solutions ..........................78 Cleveleys Landscapes .............41 Cleveleys Sheds .....................41 Fleetwood Gates ......................42 House Of Anderson .................45 House Of Anderson ..................49 JD Fencing & Paving ...............39 Jeff Dugdale Landscapes .........78 Northern Cobblestone ..............43 Paul Torkington Paving Services .72 PH Timber Ltd ..........................45 Sandside Firewood ...................77 Taurus Fabrications ...................78 U RING WE BIN ......................78 Urban Landscapes ...................78 HEALTH, BEAUTY & LEISURE A.Bremner Foot Health Practitioner 78 Barbara Barrett Podiatrist ...........50 Bennetts of Fleetwood .............50 Colours and Curls ....................78 Ian Pinder - Chiropodist ..............54 Poulton Bridge Club .................76 Preesall Archery ..........................54
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HOMES & PROPERTIES ABC Garage Doors ....................14 Affordable Renovations ...............7 Angela Sanderson ...................15 Best Interiors ............................50 Budget Windows & Joinery ........20 Cleveleys Bathrooms Co. .........9 Eastwoods Alterations ...........74 Energy Smart Glass ..................21 Deam Doors ..............................5 Gutter Cleaning Services ............75 Harper & Pye ...........................27 Hyde’s Bed Centre ...................29 J. R Solutions ...........................77 J.L. Plastics ...............................8 JC Windows ............................3 Lo-Cost Blinds ..........................77 Lords Kitchens ..........................2 M & KB Installations Ltd ...........17 M Marsh Property Services .......75 Cloudy 2 Clear .............................21 Norbreck Bathroom Centre ........22 R Van Can ..............................78 Robert Pallant ..........................23 Taylor Made Furniture Limited .....9 Unique Fit .................................16 Window Repair Solutions ..........15 PET SERVICES & SUPPLIES Barney’s (Dog Walking) ..............19 Best Petcare .............................76 Fylde Seagull & Pigeon Solutions 74 K9 Dog Walking & Pet Services75 MOTORING & TRAVEL Aldon Coachworks ....................12 Chris Allen Garages Ltd ...........12 Eclipse Window Tinting ...........15 James Jackson Central Garage .11 TRADES & SERVICES CLEANING & IRONING Ainsleys Carpet & Upholstery ....74 Brights Cleaning .........................2 Clean Living Carpet Cleaning ....73 Extreme Clean .........................72 Oven Angelic ............................74 Up Stairs Down Stairs ............78 DECORATORS John Parkin ...............................75 Peter Edge Painter ..................78 Peter Fellows Painter & Decorator 77 Smith’s Decor ..........................77 Wyre Decor ................................74 DIGITAL & AERIAL ADI Communications ..................76 Aerial & Technical Ltd ................77 Elite Aerials ..............................75 Fylde Aerials ............................74 Ian White Telephone Engineer ....73 L Wilson Aerial, Satellite ...........78
ELECTRICIAN Andrews Electrical ......................42 BN Electrical & Plumbing Services .22 NB Electrical Services ...............18 Wainwright Electrical .................23 HANDYMAN BK Handyman Services ..........78 Mr Winter Handyman ..............77 SLP Handyman Services ..........74 Small Job Company ..............77 JOINERY & BUILDING ABC Construction .....................76 Bispham Pointing & Brickwork ..78 CJ Thorpe Construction .........20 D&A Joiners ...............................77 Fylde Property Renovations ......20 G I Builders .................................39 Glenn Ogden Building ............75 HA Bespoke Joinery .................75 Ian Hartley Joiner .....................78 Improve (Don’t move) Ltd .........72 J Sholder Joinery ...................19 Multi Trades Building Services ...73 R Spence General Builders ........75 RBA Joinery & Building ..........74 Total Property Solutions ...........16 PLASTERER D.W. Plastering & Rendering ......21 Dave Bates .............................72 MC Plastering Contractors ........77 PLUMBING & HEATING AM-PM Plumbing & Heating .......22 CJC Plumbing ..........................18 Cleveleys Heating & Plumbing ...19 D Greenwood Plumbing ...........39 Father & Son Plumbing & Heating .77 Fylde Plumbing & Heating ........45 Gary The Plumber .....................73 Ian Monteath ............................21 Jeff Stockdale Ltd ....................16 John Leadley Plumbing ................8 Matt Gowen Plumbing & Heating 20 Plumbline ...................................78 Prince Plumbing ........................30 West Coast Plumbing & Heating .23 ROOFING AJS Roofing ................................18 The Thornton Roofing Company22 SECURITY & ALARMS Advertise Here Call 0800 970 7687 TILING & FLOORING Fylde Tiles ..................................76 Jason The Tiler .........................77 RECYCLING & WASTE CoastToCoast Rubbish Removals 76 M A Waste Removals ....................77
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Send listings info@link-mag.co.uk KEY SERVICES Police 0845 125 35 45 NON EMERGENCY ONLY Fire Safety Advice & FREE Home Fire Safety Check n0800 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 Blackpool Victoria Hospital 01253 300 000 Fleetwood Hospital 01253 306 000 Rossall Hospital 01253 300 000 Duty Chemist Sundays Morrisons Cleveleys Group Practice01253 853992 NHS Direct (24hr Service) 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Dental Enquiries - Fylde & Wyre 01253 306378 (24hr 7 days) Out of Hours Emergency 01253 308105 Fleetwood Health Centre 01253 771136 Glenroyd Medical, Moor Park Tel:953500 Napier Homecare Services 01253 403047 Healthwatch Lancashire 0300 303 8811 North Shore Surgery 01253 957666 Blackpool Advocacy (health and social care) 01253 405959 Blackpool Dementia Support 01253 405959 Blackpool Independent Health Complaints Support 01253 405959 HELPLINES Al-Anon Family Groups 020 7403 0888 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Alcoholic Anonymous 0845 769 7555 Alzheimer’s Society National Helpline 0300 222 1122 Arthritis Support Group 01253 362140 Beyond Domestic Abuse 01253 405959 Blackpool Family Information Service 0800 092 2332 Blackpool Fylde Wyre Samaritans Freephone 116 123 Carers Trust Fylde Coast Carers Centre 01253 393748 Child Death Help Line 0800 282 986 Child Line 0800 1111 Chris Molyneux Counselling 07745 675946
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Connect Young People Centre 01253 751047 Cruse Bereavement Help Line 01772 686668 Drugs Talk to Frank 0800 776600 Fighting For Freedom with Anorexia Nervosa 07985 673187 Fylde Coast Counselling 01253 714606 Help Direct 0303 333 1111 Ncompass 01253 362140 Advocacy Service 03450 138208 Mental Health Carer Support & Info Line 0300 303 8700 Mental Health Help Line 0500 639 000 Missing People 0500 700 700 (24hr) National Debt Line - 0808 808 4000 Nar-Anon Family Groups 08455 390 193 Narcotics Anonymous 0300 999 1212 National Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection 0808 800 5000 Parent Line Plus 0808 800 2222 Private Counselling 01253 760600 Smoking Cessation 01253 651570 Young Peoples Outreach Nurse (u19) Fylde Tel: 07917 587133 Wyre Tel: 07795 605336 Fylde Coast Womens Aid 01253 596699 LOCAL SERVICES Blackpool Council 01253 477477 www.blackpool.gov.uk Fylde Borough Council 01253658658 www.fylde.gov.uk Lancashire County Council 0300 123 6701 Wyre Borough Council 01253 891000 Out of hours: 01253 895116 Regenda Housing 0844 736 0066 Environment Agency 0800 80 70 60 (24hr) www.environment-agency.gov.uk Neighbourhood Watch www.neighbourhoodwatch.net Cleveleys Children’s Centre 01253 825216 CHARITY Age UK Blackpool Office and Information & Advice. Tel: 622812 AGE UK Blackpool Shops: 65 Highfield Road SS – TEL. 341170 48 Whitegate Dr Blackpool – TEL. 397706 327 Red Bank Road Bispham – TEL. 508000
Carers’ Drop-in 165a Church Street, Blackpool FY1 3NX – 01253 299969 Carers Trust Fylde Coast Charity Shops 78 Victoria Road West, Cleveleys FY5 1AG – 01253 865552, 1a All Hallows Road, Bispham FY2 0AS, 01253 351530 Christians Against Poverty 0800 328 0006 (FREE from Landline) The Charity Families and Babies (FAB) Telephone: 01253 932657 Help the Aged 0808 800 6565 Kensington Foundation recycling furniture and toys service 761444 Motor Neurone Disease Association 01253 696233 www.mndassociation.org The Royal British Legion 0808 802 8080 (Freephone National Number) TRANSPORT Blackpool Airport 01253 343434 Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams 01253 473000 Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Tourist Information 01253 773953 National Express 08717 818 181 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Highways Agency 0300 123 5000Stagecoach 01772 886633 OFFICIAL BODIES Consumer Advice - 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Citizens Advice Consumer Service 03454 040506 Blackpool Trading Standards Consumer Advice 01253 478375 Blackpool Citizens’ Advice Bureau 01253 308400 Wyre Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 245 1294 Fylde Citizens Advice 01772 682588 Tax Credit Help Line Tel: 0845 300 3900 www.hmrc.gov.uk TV Licensing 0300 790 6144 Wyre District Citizens Advice 01253 308400 RSPCA; Blackpool Branch (01253) 703000, Fylde Branch (01253) 873616. To report a mistreated, neglected, injured or distressed animal call RSPCA Helpline: 0300 1234 999. This is a 24 hour service P.D.S.A - 01253 838585
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BREVILLE AS NEW £25 TEL: 01253 365328 TOILET. HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE. WITH FRYER £10. RUSSELL HOBBS AIR ................................................................. SIDE HANDLES. BARGAIN £50. CAN COOKER WAS £70 .NEVER USED £40. EXCEL EXCITE 4 GALAXY SCOOTER IN DELIVER. TEL 01253 857733 SQUARE GLASS TOP TABLE COST PORSCHE BROWN. ONE OWNER IN EX ................................................................. £120 NOW £20. COMPUTERDESK £20. COND. 8MPH MODEL, NEW BATTERIES PERCHING STOOL TO MAKE LIFE DRYER £45. G/C. TEL: 01253 865038 PURCHASED JUNE 2012 ONLY USED EASY. NEVER USED. ADJUSTABLE ................................................................. FOR 6 MONTHS. COMES WITH ALL HEIGHT. £25 TEL 01253 857733 HOTPOINT BHWM129 WASHING DOCS AND BATTERY CHARGERS £950 .................................................................. MACHINE.16 PROGRAMS ADJUSTABLE ONO TEL: 777956 LEC UNDERCOUNTER FRIDGE. 3 TEMP, SPIN, INSTUC. WORKING ................................................................ SHELVES. 3 YEARS OLD. 50 CM £110. BAUMATIC BTDI TUMBLE AUTO MAX SUPRA ZZ ROOF BARS. WIDE. A+ ENERGY. GOOD CONDITION. DRYER AS NEW REVERSE ACTION FITS SEVERAL MODELS £10. PADDY HOUSE MOVE. £50. TEL 01253 857733 FOR SALE FULL WORKING ORDER HOPKIRK ROOFBARS £5. TELE: .................................................................. IN THORNTON £75 07725995000 01253823553. CURRYS UNDERCOUNTER FREEZER. ................................................................. ................................................................ ONLY 1 YEAR OLD. 55 CM WIDE. 3 BEASY TRANSFER SLIDE WITH MORPHY-RICHARDS COFFEE MAKER DRAWERS. A+ ENERGY. VGC.£80. TEL ROTATING SEAT. USED ONCE. CHAIR UNUSED, £20.00P. FIFTEEN-PIECE 01253 857733 TO WHEELCHAIR, WHEELCHAIR TO COFFEE. SET IN DARK GREEN BY ................................................................. CAR, BED TO WHEELCHAIR ETC. FOSTERS POTTERY, CORNWALL. TABLE TOP BILLIARD/POOL TABLE, TRANSFERS (£294 NEW.) COST £99 £20.00P. TELEPHONE:472792. 36”L X 20” W X 7”H, EXC.COND, £18 ................................................................. ................................................................ O.N.O TEL.NO. 01253-827206 GET YOUR CAR READY FOR WINTER. 2 SMALL FROSTED GLASS & SILVER .................................................................. SET OF 4 KRISTAL CONTROL HP METAL SIDE TABLES£20 FOR BOTH. YAHAMA PORTASOUND 4-OCTAVE WINTER TYRES (WITHOUT RIMS) WILL SPLIT.TEL 01253 974525 KEYBOARD + POWER PLUG. SIZE 205 / 60 R16 APPROX 6000 MILES ................................................................. RECENTLY SERVICED. GREAT GIFT. OF USE £80 TEL- 01253 829921 2 OLD MAHOGANY PENDULUM COLLECT ONLY. TEL: 01253 855421 ................................................................. CLOCKS:1 X WINDING CHIMER CLOCK ................................................................. INDESIT DISHWASHER. WHITE 60CM, 32” TALL1 X BATTERY OPERATED OXBLOOD LEATHER SLIPPER CHAIR 7 CYCLES, SALT FUNNEL, MANUAL, CLOCK - 21” TALL £40 FOR BOTH. ON CASTORS IN GOOD CLEAN GOOD CONDITION. £80.TEL 874396 WILL SPLIT. TEL 01253 974525 CONDITION £125. PAIR TEAK DINING .................................................................. CHAIRS WITH GREEN UPHOLSTERED 2 LOVELY MODERN MIRRORS, 1 SEAT AND BACK £25. LARGE WHITE LARGE LOUNGE MIRROR, 1 LARGE MELAMINE CRAFTED DRESSING WINE THEME ORNATE MIRROR TABLE SPACE NEEDED £18. PAIR £30 FOR BOTH. WILL SPLIT. SMALL DARK WOOD NESTED TEL 01253 974525 OCCASIONAL TABLES IN GOOD
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Send all listings to events@link-mag.co.uk TODDLER RHYME TIME 2.15 – 2.45 Pre-school children with parent/carers sing songs with the library staff.
COMMUNITY ANCHORSHOLME LIBRARY OPENING TIMES Monday: 10am - 7pm Tuesday: 10am - 5pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10am - 7pm Friday: 10am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 1pm
SCRABBLE CLUB 5.30-7.00 Everyone welcome, from beginners to the more advanced – just turn up. Refreshments provided
EVENTS AT THORNTON LIBRARY Regular Events MONDAY LIBRARY LINKS 1.30 – 3.00 Bring your pre-school children to this joint library and Children’s Centre event – activity, snack, stories and lots of chatting! Everyone welcome. ADULT SCRABBLE CLUB 1.30 - 3.30. Everyone welcome. JUNIOR CRAFT CLUB 3.45 – 4.45. 7th & 14th December, 11th & 18th January. Children 6–11yrs Please see member of staff to book a place TUESDAY BABY BOUNCE AND RHYME 10.30 – 11.00 Babies up to approx. 18 months with parent/carers. Songs, rhymes and actions with your baby.
‘IT’S YOUR TURN – DON’T SQUABBLE, PLAY SCRABBLE!’ 11.00–12.00 5th December, 2nd & 30th January Board games for children ages approx 5-11yrs (Mums, dads and other big kids welcome too!)
THORNTON LIBRARY READING 2.00 3.00pm 8th December, 12th January Join our friendly Reading Group and try a different selection every month. Please ask at the library for a copy of this month’s title The Secret Adversary by Agatha Christie which we shall be discussing over tea and biscuits, or maybe a mince pie, on Tuesday 8th December. PLACES NOW AVAILABLE FOR NEW MEMBERS ‘LEARN MY WAY’ 2.15 - 3.15pm. Computer course for those new to computers – please contact library CRAFT AND CHAT 5.30 – 7.00pm. Everyone welcome THURSDAY NATIONAL CAREERS SERVICE 9.30 – 1.00 Judith from NCS is available at Thornton Library every Thursday to help with careers advice, how to write a CV, etc. Contact the library to book an appointment, or call in CRAFT AND CHAT 10.30 – 12.00noon. Please contact the library POETRY PEOPLE 12.15–2.00 3rd December, 7th January Come along and join this friendly group for a Christmas poetry session on 3rd December, including quiz. Refreshments provided, everyone welcome
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SATURDAY STORYTIME 10.30–11.00 5th & 19th December, 2nd, 16th & 30th January All children welcome. Come and tell us about your favourite story and we’ll read some of our own as well
WARHAMMER 10.00–12.00 12th December, 9th & 23rd January Paint your armies and join in the table top battles! Girls and boys aged 11-18 welcome. TRAILBLAZERS Children’s Reading Group 11.00-12.00 19th December, 16th January Suitable for boys and girls aged 8–11years. Please contact the library to collect a copy of this month’s title. Each session, besides chatting about books we also have a fun activity. All new members very welcome. Booking may be required for some of the following events, please contact the library for details Thursday 3rd December 10.00 – 12.00 Drop in for a chat and get some useful information and advice from the Neighbourhood Watch team
OTHER EVENTS Booking may be required for some of the following events, please contact the library for details THURSDAY 3RD DECEMBER 10.00 – 12.00 Drop in for a chat and get some useful information and advice from the Neighbourhood Watch team FRIDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2.30pm Join the children and staff from Baines Endowed school singing Christmas Carols – everyone welcome
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FRIDAY 11TH DECEMBER 10.30 – 11.30 Jean Prowse joins us again to show us how to make beautiful floral decorations for Christmas. The finished displays will be for sale on the day
Free WI-FI available. Cleveleys Library: Telephone 0300 123 6703 Cleveleys.library@lancashire.gov.uk www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries/
FRIDAY 11TH DECEMBER 2.15 – 3.00 The children and staff from Royles Brook school will be entertaining us with some Christmas songs – everyone welcome to come along and join in
CLEVELEYS COMMUNITY CENTRE Kensington Road, Cleveleys, FY5 1ER. T: 01253 863369. Email: cleveleyscommunitycentre@gmail.com DECEMBER 2015 Every Monday: YMCA Weight Management- 10.00am to 11.00am Bumpsadaisy Toddlers dance class- 10.0am to 10-45am Thornton Cleveleys Amateur Radio Society7.30pm to 9.30pm, Chess Club from 7.30pm, Yoga classes from 7.00pm- beginners welcome Every Tuesday Thornton Cleveleys Canine Training Society – Dog training club 7.00pm to 10.00pm. Susan Traynor Dance Classes -7.00pm to 9.00pm Every Wednesday Kumon Maths & English tuition – 3.30pm to 5.30pm Club Learning Maths & English tuition- 4.30pm to 6.30pm,Whizz Kids –for children of primary school age. 6.15pm to 7.45pm. All Welcome. Every Thursday Weight Watchers – 9.00am to 11.30am Patchwork Class – 2.00pm to 4.00pm Indoor Car Boot Sale – 12.30pm to 4.00pm Cleveleys Ladies – 1.30pm to 3.30pm Card Making Group-12.30-2.00pm Joanne Wilson Dance School – 4.00pm to 8.00pm Explorer Scouts-for Boys and Girls aged 14 to 187.45pm to 9.30pm Every Friday Friday Arts Group – 9.00am to 12.00 Windmill Arts Group – 1.00pm to 3.30pm Every Saturday Kumon Maths and English – 9.30am to 12 noon OTHER EVENTS IN DECEMBER 9th - Rossall Beach Residents meeting 6.00pm 18th - Blood Donors 5th – Susan Traynor Dance 7.00pm
FRIDAY 22ND JANUARY 2.00 – 4.00 Come and join Albie and his Saxophone Quartet for an entertaining afternoon of music to drive away those January blues. Refreshments provided Do you have any computer related queries? Our volunteer David may be able to help. To book a time with him, please contact a member of staff. We also have a volunteer, Chris, available on Monday mornings to help with using tablets, mobile phones, downloading Ebooks, etc. If you would like to speak to him, please contact a member of staff to book a convenient time. For further details and information on the above events, plus anything else we can help with, please contact Thornton Library on 0300 123 6703 www. lancashire.gov.uk EVENTS AT CLEVELEYS LIBRARY Activities at Cleveleys Library in December 2015 Friday 4th & 18th Board Game Club for adults. December Relax and play some of your favourite board games. 2:00pm-4:00pm Refreshments provided. Tuesday 8th Festive fun with Encore Singers. December Christmas songs and entertainment. Tickets £4 including 7:00pm-9:00pm refreshments available from the library. Thursday 10th Scrabble Group.DecemberAll ages and abilities welcome. 10:00am-12:00pm Tuesday 10th Christmas Coffee Afternoon with entertainment from Manor December Beach School Choir. All welcome. 2:00pm-3:30pm Monday 21st Bridging The Gap drop-in. December A free service offering advice and support for people living 2:00pm-3:30pm with hearing loss. Every Friday Craft and Chat Group. Bring along any craft, knitting etc. and 10:00am-12:00pm enjoy good company. To our younger Continue your Lancashire Reading experience and join up on Readers the Lancashire Reading Trail. We are now taking bookings for ‘Learn My Way’ computer beginners’ course.Course runs:Tuesdays 10:30am-11:30am & 5:45pm-6:45pm Fridays 10:30am-11:30am & 2:00pm-3:00pm Drop-in session for computer problems. Also I-pads and Tablets every Tuesday 10:00am-10:30am. Every Monday 10:00am-11:00am Drop-in digital Family History. Free access to Ancestry and Find My Past. Who will you discover? Every Thursday 9:45am-10:15am Toddler Rhyme Time Every Thursday 10:30am-11:00am Baby Bounce & Rhyme Every Thursday Drop-in advice sessions with the Careers Service. 2:00pm-7:00pm Help with preparing CV’s, Universal Job Match, etc. Staff wish all customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.The library is available as a free space for individuals, clubs and societies within the community. Please contact the library for further details.
VISIT “REFRESH”- OUR NEW CAFÉ Meals, snacks and breakfasts, home made cakes and scones, all at reasonable prices. Open Tuesday to Saturday 9.00am to 2.00pm. Show this advert for a free tea or coffee with your meal. ROOMS AVAILABLE TO HIRE at reasonable rates for classes, meetings, parties and events. For details of any of the above events or to hire rooms for your own event, please contact the centre on 01253 863369 or email cleveleyscommunitycentre@gmail.com. CLEVELEYS COMMUNITY CHURCH Service every Sunday morning at 10.30am including Whizz Kids for the children-all welcome.Christmas Day – family service at 10.30pm. All welcome. THORNTON PARISH CHURCH, CHRIST CHURCH, Meadows Avenue Sunday Services: 8:30am Holy Communion (BCP) 10:15am Open Doors All-Age Worship(CW)(1st Sun mth) 10:15am Parish Eucharist (CW)(2nd-5th Sun monthly) 12:00pm Holy Communion (BCP) (1st Sun monthly) 3:30pm Choral Evensong (BCP) (Nov-Mar) 6:30pm Choral Evensong (BCP) (Apr-Oct) Tuesday Services: 7:00pm Holy Communion (CW) Wednesday Services: 2:30pm Holy Communion (BCP) (last Wednesday monthly) Diary:10:00am Coffee Morning (first Tuesday monthly) 2:00pm Stepping Stones bereavement support (Trinity Hospice) (3rd Thursday monthly) Phil Deegan Lay Minister (Christ Church)
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ST JOHN’S CHURCH LITTLE THORNTON Sunday Worship At St John’s. 8.45am Holy Communion: a traditional service. 9.30am Footsteps: a time of worship for families with young children. This service is on the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. 10.30am Parish Communion: a contemporary service with singing and music: every Sunday except the third in the month. 10.30am Celebration: a special service on the third Sunday of the month with a flexible and varied format. Young people’s groups often contribute. Parent And Toddler Group In the church hall @ 9.30am every Wednesday in term time. (Contact 824363) You Can Hire The Church Hall, for details please contact Donald Minshall on Tel 821193
NOTICES MARSH MILL Is now closed till Sping so watch our for more news son. Friends of Marsh Mill thelp with preservation. There are also opportunities for volunteers who can be on duty when the mill is open. Pop in to see us and have a chat or call Margaret Croker on 01253 777950 or Jane Knapman on 826601. TRIP TO MANCHESTER GERMAN MARKET Saturday 28th November Leaving Marsh Mill Car Park at 9am, departing from Manchester at 5pm. All proceeds to go to Great Arley Special Needs School in Thornton-Cleveleys. £12 Adults, £7.50 Children. Tel Stuart on 01253 850919 for details GIRLGUIDING NEEDS MORE LEADERS Wyre Division needs more Leaders, It’s not to late to join the worlds largest Girl led organisation. You can work directly with girls, supporting them and helping them to grow into confident young people. There is a wide-ranging training course that you follow to gain your adult leadership qualification because Guiding on your CV gets you noticed. These will also give your girls amazing experiences. Volunteering is very rewarding. Wyre Division covers Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Thornton, Poulton-le-Fylde and Over Wyre. To apply to join, please call us on Freephone 0800 1 69 59 01 or online at www.girlguiding.org.uk RECRUITING GIRL GUIDES FOR CLEVELEYS If your daughter would like to join Guides; now is the time to get in touch. We have space for new members to join our unit where they will have the chance to create friendships and learn new & exciting skills. To find out more, please visit: www.girldguiding.org.uk/interested SCOUTS Interested in finding out about the UK’s biggest mixed youth organisation? If you have a child aged between the ages of 6 and 7, why not bring them along to 2nd Cleveleys Beaver Scouts Open Evening on Friday September 18th 2015 between 6pm and 7.30pm. You will find us at St Andrews Church, Rough Lea Road, Cleveleys FY5 1DP. Come and see us to find out what’s happening and how your child can be part of the adventure! For details contact 2ndcleveleys@ wyrescouts.org.uk 1ST THORNTON-CLEVELEYS SCOUT GROUP NEEDS VOLUNTEERS With as few as 2 hours a month, you can help make a difference. Volunteering with us is very rewarding and looks great on your CV. There will be full training and you could help out in a range of age groups from the younger Beavers to the 66
older Scouts, or maybe even help behind the scenes. www.1sttc.co.uk or email gsl@1sttc.co.uk FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk
REGULAR EVENTS THE SENIOR CITIZENS HALL 190 Victoria Road. West Cleveleys. Mondays 11 - 12.30am Musical Movement Tuesdays 1 - 4pm Chess. Also Sequence Dancing 1.30 - 4pm. Wednesdays 1-4pm Chess & Whist. Sequence Dancing 1.30-4pm. Thursdays 7 - 10pm Sequence & Ballroom Dancing. Saturday Mornings Dance Lessons 10am - 12.30am. Saturday evenings 7-10pm Popular Sequence. All welcome 01253 852462 THORNTON ACTION GROUP (TAG) will hold its next meeting on Wednesday December 9th. 2015 at 7.15 p.m. at Thornton Methodist Church (Room 1). Any further details from our web page www.thorntonactiongroup.co.uk . ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL PRESENT A monthly community concert at Cleveleys Working Mens Club, Slinger Road, Cleveleys, (near Bus Station), on first Wednesday of every month at 2pm. Next December 2nd starring the one and only Johnnie Casson and Tom Boyd, (stories of a night club entertainer). Concert on January 6th starring top entertainer Tony Jo and Pamela James, (Fabulous Vocalist). Licensed bar, bingo, non members welcome, excellent disabled access. Admission only £2 SIMPLY MEDITATE CLASSES Mondays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Keajra Kadampa Buddhist Centre 64 Holmfield Road FY2 9RT Sundays - Prayers for World Peace 11am - 12noon, FREE CLASS. Registered Charity no. 1080291 Tel: 352721 www.meditationinblackpool.org.uk 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 If you’d like to get involved - even just as an armchair archaeologist – email at secwyrearch@aol.com or call 0752 850 3710. www.wyrearchaeology.org.uk ZUMBA GOLD An easier class than normal Zumba, slower moves and less impact for the Over 50’s, beginners or the less energetic. St Johns Church, Thornton Fridays, 9:1510.15am. Call Julie on 07786022980 or just turn up SEQUENCE DANCING Enjoy Sequence Dancing with Brian & Maureen Bird UKA P.T.D at Cleveleys Senior Citizens Hall Victoria Rd West, Cleveleys Monday afternoons 2pm-4pm Tuesday evening 7pm-10pm, refreshments included Modern sequence - Popular old favourites. Private lessons available for single or small groups contact Maureen and Brian on 01253 873122 ST ANDREWS MUMS AND TODDLERS Tuesday 10am. £1 includes refreshments at St Andrews Centre Rough Lea Rd Cleveleys. Contact Helen 825828
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THE ROTARY CLUB OF THORNTON CLEVELEYS Every Monday at West Drive Methodist Church Hall at 12.30 for 12.45pm, We have a good and very reasonably priced meal followed by various interesting speakers. Rotary helps people and organsations in need locally, nationally and internationally. Both Ladies and Gentleman are very welcome. Alan Hebden on 592159 or 07721 340311 CLEVELEYS PARK METHODIST CHURCH HALL Social Sequence Dancing on Tuesdays at 1:30 pm to 4pm also Bingo on Wednesday and Friday at 1:15pm. Everyone welcome. Info for dancing ring Ann 858294 and bingo Brenda 863307 NORCROSS CRICKET CLUB As the weather turns cooler and the nights draw in, we are turning our thoughts to the summer.We are always on the lookout for new players so if you or your children want to get involved in cricket Norcross Cricket Club are looking for you!!!!!!! We currently have 3 senior teams, 2 play Saturdays and a Sunday Side. We also have a junior section looking to cater for all age groups from 10 years old and upwards. Indoor nets will be held at Millfield School at Thornton starting at the end of January and will run until April. Junior nets (ages 10 -16) will be held on Mondays from 25th Jan from 5pm to 7pm Senior Nets with start Tuesdays from 26th Jan from 6pm – 8pm. A small charge will be made for each session Further details can be obtained from any of the names below. If you feel your playing days are over, but would still like to help the club in an admin role or help in any way, you would be made very welcome. Congratulations to Roger Garlick, Tracy Newcombe, Ian Davies and Kieran Newcombe who all received awards from Wyre Council for their contributions to cricket in the area. Further info from: Ian Davies 07846853690 Secretary Tracy Newcombe email norcycc@ btinternet.com Coach Roger Garlick 07539814295 OVER 50’S BINGO & SOCIAL CLUB Sevenoaks Community Centre, Hobart Place, Thornton Cleveleys FY5 3PL. We are open Mondays to Wednesdays and Fridays 1:30pm to 4pm for Bingo, Tea & Coffee and Raffle. All our members enjoy the club and we do have vacancies, the more the merrier. So please come along and give us a try. All through the year have trips out, holidays, markets, meals, after bingo parties, hot pots, fish & chips, cream teas, barge trips. You tell us what you would like if not on the list and we will do our best. For further info Tel Joyce or Bob on 864721 VERONA ASSOCIATION Fleetwood Road North. Monday: Music and Movement 10am-12 Noon. Monday Evening Snooker 6.30-10pm. Tuesday Line Dancing 10am12 Noon, Snooker 1-4.30pm, Wednesday Friendship Club 2-4pm, Thursday Music and Movement 10am12 noon, Snooker 1-4.30pm. Friday Line Dancing 10am-12 Noon Snooker 1-4.30pm. 01253 853122.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Every Tuesday, 7.30 - 10.00pm mid-September to mid-July, Cleveleys Park Methodist Church Hall, West Drive Cleveleys. Why not join us for an evening of social dancing that’s friendly, informal and fun. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome, no partner needed - just bring a pair of soft shoes. Annual subscription £3, classes £3. Call 827227 or e-mail franseaside@btinternet.com JAZZ NIGHT The Ashley, Victoria Road, Thornton. Jazz every Monday, The Alan Riley Quartet, plus guests. First Monday of every month (except August) The Alan Riley 16 piece All Star Big Band, 8.30pm ST ANDREWS PARENT AND TODDLERS St Andrews Centre, rough lea rd, Cleveleys. Every tuesday term time only 9:30 till 11:30 £1 for a child and adult includes drink and biscuitscome and join the fun! Contact Helen 07974429832 POULTON DRAMA AMATEUR DRAMATIC GROUP We rehearse in the Breck Club, Poulton, Tues and Thurs evenings from 7.30pm. Observers are welcome. We are always looking for new members. CLEVELEYS WRITERS & WORDSMITHS WITH A SONG We meet at The Park Club (behind The Masonic Hall), West Drive, Cleveleys on the 2nd and 4th Tues each month at 1:30-3:00. Poets and short story writers off all levels welcome. New members welcome. First meeting free, subscription £10 year. LATIN, BALLROOM & SEQUENCE DANCE CLASSES Come along & learn or improve your dancing skills. Tues 7 - 8.30pm Cleveleys Community Centre Kensington Road, Cleveleys. Contact Susan for further details on 07976 620196 COFFEE MORNING Every week Cleveleys United Reformed Church, Rossall Road Time: 10:30 - 11:45 Cost: 50p. Every Wednesday morning. For more info 01253 855730. POPULAR SOCIAL SEQUENCE DANCING Monday 2pm-4pm. Holy Family Church Hall, Links Road FY1 2RU. Tel Doreen 890775 WHITE ARROW We meet every Thursday night Ashley Con Club Thornton at 8pm. Cost £4 this includes raff all the money will be donated to p.d.s.a also to s.c.b.u. Simon 07979 383735. THORNTON-CLEVELEYS ARTHRITIS CARE Meets first Wednesday evening in the month, for social outings, trips and holidays. Come and join our friendly group. Transport can be arranged. For more information call Barbara on 869872 or Christine on 856378 (evenings) PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Every week Cleveleys United Reformed Church, Rossall Road (next to Cleveleys Library) Time: 10:00 - 12:00. Cost: £1 including refreshments. Meet every Wednesday during school term time. 01253 860480 FLEETWOOD & CLEVELEYS LIONS CLUB We meet on the 4th Wednesday of every month and are held in a light-hearted manner, we also try to hold a social each month “Come and have a look at the Lions, we roar not bite” Contact Lion President Stuart Gratrix on 875548
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ELITEA Ladies group for professional ladies only, working or retired. 50 plus, to enjoy the finer things in life. Telephone Catherine 07933 76718 ST JOHNS LITTLE THORNTON MUMS & TODDLER GROUP Meet every Wednesday 9.30-11.30am (term time) everyone welcome. 01253 824363 WYRE ESTUARY COUNTRY PARK HEALTH WALK Every fortnight. Wyre Estuary Country Park, Stanah 10:30 - 11:30 Free. Every other Wednesday an urban/ rural walk through the Wyre Estuary Country Park, comfortable footwear required also suitable for beginners. Please ring 01995 602125 or 01253 863100 PILATES WITH CAROL Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm Begginers, 7-8pm At Senior Citizens Hall 190 Victoria Road West Cleveleys. All Welcome. For info call Carol 827636
ST JOHN’S LITTLE THORNTON Our Monthly Concerts begin again on the 2nd Wednesdays of the month. 7.30pm Sunday Worship 8.45am Holy Communion: a traditional service. 9.30am Footsteps: a time of worship for families with young children. This service is on the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month (Contact the Vicar on 825107) 10.30am Parish Communion: a contemporary service with singing and music: every Sunday except the third in the month. 10.30am Celebration: a special service on the third Sunday of the month with a flexible and varied format. The uniformed young people’s groups often contribute. Hall hire: Many groups hire the Church Hall for various activities. If you would like to enquire about hiring the hall contact Donald Minshall on 821193
VERSE AT THE VIC Local performing poets. All welcome. Free open Mic. Last Wed of each month 7.30pm. Victoria Hotel, Victoria Rd. Cleveleys.
NORDIC WALKING WYRE Why not join us Nordic walking. You will use 90% of your body’s muscles and burn 46% more calories than ordinary walking. It is sociable and safe outdoor exercise and is suitable for all fitness levels. Contact Ann on 07587 185680 or email asannboyd@gmail.com.
CLEVELEYS PARK PLAYERS AMATEUR DRAMA GROUP We meet every Wednesday at 7.30pm in Cleveleys Park Methodist Church Hall where we stage our productions. We present a varied programme, which allows individual talents to shine through. Come along and meet us where a warm welcome awaits you.
PRIVATE DANCE TUITION AND CLASSES Thursday evenings at Cleveleys Community Church. Ballroom,Latin,Salsa, Rock and Roll etc. Adult Dance Classes New Adult dance classes in Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, R/R at Regal Hotel (Windsor Room) 7.30pm - 8.30pm no partner required. Please reserve your place by calling Martine on 07967 970847
THE CAPRICORN SINGERS (LADIES) Saturday 5 December, 2pm Christmas with The Capricorn Singers St Andrew’s Church, Rossall Road, Cleveleys. FY5 1DXAn afternoon of favourite Christmas music and carols. Tickets £5 available from 07572 984145 or pay on the door. Saturday 12 December, 7:30pm The Capricorn Singers and Phoenix Strings - A Winter Wonderland of Music and Entertainment Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd N, ThorntonCleveleys, Lancashire FY5 3SZ For the very first time, local groups The Capricorn Singers and Phoenix Strings are getting together for an evening of music and entertainment, with a few surprises along the way.£6 per person, under 16s free-of-charge Tickets 01772 673711 or 07572 984145 or pay on the door.Info www.thecapricornsingers.org or www. phoenixstrings.net
THORNTON YMCA SPORTS CENTRE Taekwondo Classes Age 6yrs and above NEW ‘Tidgey’ Taekwondo Classes Age 4-6yrs Contact Claire Wright on 864941 or 07977 922065. Email: clairepwright@dsl.pipex.com
THORNTON CLEVELEYS HARD OF HEARING & FRIENDSHIP CLUB We meet Every Thursday at the Torrentum Court Communial Lounge on Lawsons Road Thornton 2pm to 4pm. We have a varied programme that incudes day trips, guest speakers and dominoes. If you have a hearing problem bring your partner or friend with you and enjoy yourself!! Ralph Butters on 07801 813531 FYLDE MOTOR SPORT CLUB We are a group of motor sport enthusiasts from the North West area, interests include spectating, marshalling, safety radio on a wide range of events including Rallying, Auto Solo’s, Stock Cars, and Track Days. The club meets the first Thursday of every month at 9pm at The Victoria Hotel Cleveleys. www.fyldemotorsportclub.co.uk/ or find us on Facebook TODDLER GROUP Thursday Mums and Toddlers up to 4 years old, All Saints Church, North Drive, Anchorsholme 1.152.45. £1.50 up to 2 children including refreshments. Barbara 853004 for details.
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NORTH FYLDE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Please Note: New Venue. Our meetings are now held on Tuesday evenings from September to April at the United Reform Church, Ryden Avenue, Cleveleys. New members, of any level are always welcome. For further details please see www.northfylde-ps.co.uk or contact secretary Paul King on 01253 700308 THORNTON CLEVELEYS FLOWER ARRANGEMENT CLUB Our club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from March to December at Thornton Little Theatre Victoria Road East, Thornton 7.30 to 9.30pm. We have a N.A.F.A.S demonstrator whose arrangements are raffled off at the end of the evening. Tea coffee and biscuits are served. £5 New members welcome. Please contact Yvonne 987137 or Carol 824639 for more information 1ST THORNTON-CLEVELEYS SCOUT GROUP Marsh Road Scout Hut. Beavers Wednesdays 6-7.15pm, Cubs Tuesdays 6.30-8pm, Scouts Wednesdays 7.45-9pm, website www.1sttc.co.uk WYRE U3A MONTHLY MEETING WYRE U3A meets the 2nd Thursday of the each month at 2pm at the Thornton Little Theatre. Interesting speakers each month as well as an update of our many and varied activities. Admission for members £1, non-members £2. All are welcome. June 12th meeting AGM for members only. Contact Jaqui 01253 867739 or Google Wyre U3A ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY DEMENTIA CAFÉ Meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. Between 10am - 12pm. Please contact Alzheimer’s Society B’Pool, Fylde and Wyre on 01253 696 854.
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“ONE ACCORD” LADIES CHOIR Based in Cleveleys, are looking for singers, both Soprano and Alto, to perform songs from Film and Stage shows, Rehearsals are at the United Reformed Church, Rossall Road, Cleveleys on Thursday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Come for an evening out and see what we do. 316242 or 823805 CHARITY COFFEE MORNINGS every last Thursday of the month in aid of Sonacare Home, 2 Stockdove Way, Thornton Cleveleys. From 10am to 11.15am. T: 01253 583050 MANOR BEACH TOTS Every Friday During Term Time - 9-10:30 Manor Beach Primary School, Manor Drive , Cleveleys, FY5 1EU. Free fun and games for all children aged 0-school age and their parents or carers. Call 01253 853879 for further details SUFFER CHRONIC PAIN? Want to meet up with like-minded people? If so, contact Blackpool Smile on 07505 210402. We meet at every Tuesday at Marton United Reformed Church Hall, Wordsworth Avenue, Blackpool FY3 9UZ between 09:30 & 12:30. We do gentle exercise and have a brew/chat with friends. We always have a laugh too. You can also find us on Facebook. We’re more than happy to meet up with you for a brew/chat before you come so that is less daunting for your first time. We charge £3 p/w. THE FAMOUS POULTON CHESS CLUB Now meets every Monday from 7.30pm throughout the year, at Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Road (off Beach Road) with ample free parking at the Centre, and after 6pm at the nearby Wyre car park. Adult beginners and experienced players are welcome. Give it a try! Club games and Blackpool & Fylde League games. Just turn up, or contact Simon on 07966 231 211. CLEVELEYS SPIRITUALIST CHURCH 93 Beach Road (Opposite Travellers Rest Pub) All Welcome. Doors Open 30mins,Before Each Service. Monday Service.7 30pm-8 30pm followed by Open Circle 8 30pm-9pm. Fee £2.50. Wednesday Healing, 12.30pm-1 30pm. Donation followed by Service 2.30pm - 3.40pm. Fee £2. Sunday Divine Service 2.30pm - 3.40pm Donation. Refreshments after each service for a donation. Info; Facebook Cleveleys Spiritualist Church. CLEVELEYS TAEKWONDO Classes every Mon & Fri, Juniors (year one & above) 5.30-6.30, Adults/teenagers 8-9.15 at Anchorsholme Methodist Church, North Drive, Cleveleys, www.cleveleystaekwondo.webs.com DREAM TEAM SINGERS (MALE & FEMALE) We are a group of Male and Female Singers, happily - much in demand around the Fylde to entertain at events such as Fund Raising, Residential Homes, Meetings, Special Occasions, Parties etc. We also showcase our talents at Bi Annual Concerts to which the public at large are most welcome. (We are non profit making and do not charge for our services) Enquiries & bookings Contact Shirley 07940 030925 or 01253 857904 or seracleous@aol.com CLEVELEYS PROBUS CLUB The club for retired professional and businessmen meets on Thursday mornings at 9.45 a.m. in the Masonic Rooms, West Drive. There is a speaker programme featuring a wide range of topics, an annual holiday is organized and there are a number of social events. Guests and prospective members are welcome - phone 872306.
TUESDAY GUILD We meet each Tuesday evening at 7:30pm in the ‘Verona Hall’ on Fleetwood Road, North Thornton. Our programme includes Speakers, Art and Craft Demonstrations, Social Activities and Outings. New Members can be assured of a warm welcome. If you feel this may be of interest to you come and join us and you will be most welcome. T: 824569 FRR WALKING GROUP (THE DOG FRIENDLY WALKING CLUB) AFFILIATED TO THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION. Enjoy a full day out in the English Countryside with FRR, who welcome new members and well behaved dogs, visiting places such as the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, Pendle area to name but a few. We meet every third Sunday in the month with various pick-up points by coach in the Fylde area. There are three grades of walks each month, making sure there is something for everyone to enjoy. The walks are well checked out beforehand and are led by an experienced Club member to ensure your safety. In addition, the Club holds various social events throughout the year and these are always well attended. If you would like to know more about the Club and how to join us visit our website www.fylderotaryramblers.co.uk or phone 886181 ANCHORSHOLME BOWLING AND SOCIAL CLUB Crown Green Bowls is a healthy outdoor sport. The season lasts from April to October. New starters and experienced players welcome at Anchorsholme Bowling Club. Just come down to Anchorsholme Park to give it a try. Details T: 01253 860924 CLEVELEYS LADIES SUPPER CLUB Vacancies available for new members. Meet at Briardene Hotel first Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm. 3 Course meal followed by a speaker. Tel: 01253 868281 / 822152 THORNTON CLEVELEYS OPERATIC SOCIETY Meet each Tuesday at Ritherham Hall, Ritherham Avenue Cleveleys from 7.30 - 10.00pm. The society has been established since 1936 and produce 2 shows each year. New members are always welcome both on stage and behind the scenes. For details, ring Richard 01253 855591 TAI CHI At Thornton methodist Church Victoria rd Thornton. every Thursday 10-11am Also at.. The back room studio 12:15- 1:15 Runnymede ave cleveleys. Beginners always welcome cost £5 further details Bryan 07462487474 ZUMBA FITNESSwith Barry Wednesdays 5.45pm Anchorsholme Methodist Church on North Drive. Latin Inspired dance work with easy to follow steps, shake and shimmy into shape and have lots of fun. £4.50 per class, no need to book 07922 688009 CLEVELEYS UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Rossall Road (Next to Cleveleys Library) - Our Sunday Services begin at 10.45am. Ongoing weekly events:Mondays: Meeting for Pleasure 2pm. Ladies Friendship Group 7.30pm, Tuesdays: Photographic Society 7.30pm, Wednesdays: Prayer Group 10am. Parents and Toddler Group 10am. Coffee Morning 10.30am. Lancastrian Players 7.30pm, Thursdays: Line dancing 12.30pm. Rainbows 6.15pm. Brownies 6.30pm. One Accord Choir 7.30pm. Badminton Club 7.45pm, Fridays: Bible Fellowship 10.45am. Choir Practise 6.15pm. Stepping Stones Bereavement Group on the 3rd Saturday in the month 10.30am to 11.30am. - just ring 855730 THORNTON SOCIAL GROUP (Formerly The Tramway Social Group) Ladies & Gents join our social group for 60’s - 70’s every Wednesday 1-3pm. Make new friends we have days
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out, shopping trips/coach trips, holidays, dancning, lunches, no charge. Tel: 850583 or 07866 190880
you will be glad you did!
WINDMILL ART SOCIETY Meet at the Cleveleys Community Centre, Beach Road Cleveleys each Friday aft from 1pm - 3pm cost £2. Friday Morning Art Group meet each Friday morning from 9am - 12 noon at the same venue, cost £4.
at Norbreck Bowling & Tennis Club. Come & see our lovely club tucked away off Mossom Lane. Call sylvia
PARKINSON’S UK BLACKPOOL, FYLDE AND WYRE BRANCH Monday 7th December Parkinson’s UK Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Branch will meet at 7.30pm in the Church Hall at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church FY5 2BL, entry via Stockdove Way. Shelley Woods, the paralypian athlete will give a talk which will be followed by refreshments. Contact Marjorie on 01253 868086..Contact Marjorie on 01253 868086 for further details. THORNTON PARISH CHURCH Christ Church, Meadows Avenue. December Services: Events for Thornton Parish Church, Christ Church, Meadows Avenue, Thornton Mondays: 28th: 11:00am Quiet Service for Reflection (Holy Innocents)Tuesdays: 1st: 10:00am Coffee Morning 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th: 7:00pm – Holy Communion (CW) Wednesdays: 2nd: 2:00pm Mothers’ Union service and meeting 16th: 10:30am Mothers’ Union Corporate Communion 30th: 2:00pm Holy Communion (BCP) Thursdays: 3rd: 9:45pm Compline (CW)17th: 2:00pm Stepping Stones Bereavement Support 24th: 5:00pm Nativity and Christingle 24th: 11:30pm Midnight Eucharist Fridays: 25th: 10:15am All-Age Parish Eucharist (CW) Sundays: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th: 8:30am Holy Communion (BCP) 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th: 10:15am Parish Eucharist (CW) 6th: 12:00pm Holy Communion (BCP) 6th, 13th, 27th: 3:30pm Evensong (BCP)13th: 6:00pm CREW 20th: 6:30pm Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols MUSIC EVENING AT THE ASHLEY CLUB A new musical evening for all music lovers, will be held at the Ashley Club, Victoria Road East/ Sandringham Avenue, on every Third Tuesday of the month from 7.30 pm. Entrance is free. This is a live show for musicians and singers. Do you play guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc, or are you a singer using backing tracks? Please come along and share your talents with us. Full PA system is available at the club, using CDS or Mini Disks. Or would you just like to come along to watch? Everyone, young and old is welcome. We would love to see you there. Contacts: Terry 01253 811297, Hazel 01253 851151, Brian 01253 STEPPING STONES,LIVING WITH LOSS If you are bereaved you may wish to drop-in to our non-religious, non-judgemental group for support, to meet people who face similar difficulties, and talk to a ‘Listener’. We meet for tea, coffee, and biscuits at Christ Church Hall, Meadows Avenue Thornton on the 3rd THURSDAY each month from 2pm - 3pm and people of all ages are welcome.. ACTIVE BIRTH PREPARATION CLASS Friday 10 - 11.30am at Wendy Holland Fitness Studio
with the Daisy Foundation. Advance booking is essential.
Contact Angela on 07966 424046
FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES ‘FCS’
(part of international ‘Meetup’) have a full calendar of events for you to pick and choose from. For anyone new to the area, working in the area, or just looking to make new friends and increase social activities, this is the group for you. With over 300 meetups in two years, we must be doing something right. Check us out at www.meetup.
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FREE ADULT TENNIS COACHING
594488 or 07941 663645. Email: sylviaj@gmx.com FAMILY TAEKWONDO CLASSES
From 4 years to adults. 6pm to 7pm every Wednesday at Millfield Science and Performing Arts College and Saturdays 12.30 to 1.30pm at St John’s Church Thornton.
Contact Master Lee 07779275207 ZUMBA CLASS
St Johns Church Hall, Little Thornton, Tuesdays 9.30am10.30am. Cost £4. Just turn up or call Julie for more info on 07786022980
TAI CHI FOR HEALTH AND RELAXATION
New beginners’ Classes in Cleveleys at St. Teresa’s Church (FY5 3JT) Phone Martin on 0753 441 0657 or check
out www.fyldetaichi.com for more information. 4TH CLEVELEYS GUIDES
Cleveleys Methodist church. Guides, Thursday’s 7:30pm9pm. www.girldguiding.org.uk/interested
THIS MONTH
THORNTON LADIES’ CLUB Wednesday December 16th It’s time for the annual
Christmas Party and as always it will be an evening of fun, games and frivolity! If you haven’t already signed, please try to book your food contribution via our email system or call the number below. We are having a Secret Santa again – so no raffle this month but bring a wrapped gift suitable for a lady to the value of £5.00. 2016 has a full agenda of meetings booked with a variety of speakers and themes – so make the effort and make us a new years’ resolution! We are a club for ladies of ALL ages and with flexible starting times can accommodate anyone who arrives home late from work and /or has children to get to bed. Meetings are held at St John’s Church hall (nr Stanah School) every 3rd Wednesday of the month, there is usually a charity raffle (£1) and the cost of entrance is £2. Doors open at 7.30 for refreshments, activities / speakers are from 8.00-9.00 so no need to worry if you can’t arrive until 8.00pm. For more information tel: 01253 851007 (after
6pm) or email: thorntonladiesclub@gmail.com CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Saturday 5th December 11am - 1.30pm Cleveleys Park Methodist Church West Drive. Father Christmas. Stalls, refreshments. Joan 07951 552185 CLEVELEYS WALKS. Saturdays 12th December at 10.30am. Enjoy an hour’s
Health Walk in Cleveleys either a bracing Promenade walk or a look at Cleveleys Park houses and Towers Wood paths, ponds and wildlife. Meet at the Community Centre on Beach Road for a prompt 10.30 start and return for a welcome cuppa. For further information please conact
Beryl Hartley [01253] 700066
ENCORE SINGERS ADVENT EVENING CONCERT ENCORE SINGERS Tuesday 8th December 7pm At Cleveleys Library An evening of ‘Festive Fun with the Encore Singers’. Tickets £4 from the library 0300 123 6703 A CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS MUSICAL BREAK Saturday 12th December 2.30pm ‘A Christmas Shoppers
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Tuesday 1st December Guest Speaker John Smith
APAGB, CPAGB (President of the Lancashire & Cheshire Photographic Union) gives us a talk on “Audio Visual for Beginners” How to put photos and sound together in a projected presentation.
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THORNTON CLEVELEYS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 10 December 2015 AGM and Social Evening
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Tuesday 15th December - Our Christmas Social Tuesday 22nd December - No Meeting Tuesday 29th December – No Meeting
14 January 2016 Ideas for Your Garden - Illustrated talk
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