Six of the Best Christmas Markets

CHRISTMAS MARkETS

It’s time to wrap up warm and head off to a Christmas Market to experience a festive array of sights, smells and sounds. Nothing gets us in a seasonal mood more than a visit to the Christmas Markets, partaking in a glass or two of Glühwein or mulled wine, whilst attempting to decimate your present list with a bit of Christmas shopping. Here’s our recommendations for your annual Christmas Market trip – all tried and tested destinations plus a surprise debut to the world of Christmas Markets from the entertainment centre of the North West - Blackpool!

MAnCHESTER

The original and biggest Christmas market in the country, Manchester Christmas Markets is the place to go. Arriving in the city in 1999, the market has grown every year since, now attracting more than nine million visitors each year to the heart of the buzzing city centre. Its 300 beautifully festooned stalls and chalets offer a dazzling array of hand-crafted Yuletide gifts along with a mouth-watering range of international food and drinks. Follow the market trail as it winds through the city centre, with stall holders tempting you with gifts, crafts, jewellery, toys and much more. And don’t forget the food! Manchester’s Christmas Markets are known for traditional bratwurst, but visitors can also try Hungarian goulash, Spanish paella or a good old-fashioned hog roast. The Manchester Christmas Markets run from Friday 12th November to Wednesday 22nd December.

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CHESTER

Chester’s Christmas Market, situated outside the handsome Town Hall in the heart of the city centre, has a range of over 70 stalls selling Christmas gifts, arts and crafts goodies, fudge, local spirits, and stocking fillers. Chester’s food and drink scene really comes alive at this magical time of the year and the market is no exception with a small selection of stands selling food ranging from hot dogs to hog roasts. The Chester Christmas Market runs from Thursday November 18th to Wednesday December 22nd

SKIPTON

For a small market town in North Yorkshire, Skipton punches well above its weight when it comes to their eight day Christmas Market. The stalls will be packed full of hand-made gifts including Christmas decorations, wooden furniture for the home and beauty products like bath bombs and hand-made soap. There will also be plenty of food and drink products from local artisans including baked goods, Belgian chocolate, craft beer and chilli sauces.

The market stalls can be found throughout the town centre and live entertainment helps to spread the Christmas cheer. At 4pm each day, the market closes and there is a procession up the high street to the church grounds where a traditional carol is sung to mark the end of a magical day at a Christmas market. The Skipton Christmas Market runs from Sunday 5th December to Sunday 12th December

BIRMINGHAM

Birmingham’s popular Frankfurt Christmas Market returns to New Street and Victoria Square to bring some festive cheer back to the city centre, with stalls selling a tempting array of food and drink, traditional toys, ornaments and gifts. In nearby Centenary Square, the big wheel and ice rink will return and run until 9th January, between 10am and 10pm. To book tickets to these attractions visit www.iceskatebirmingham.co.uk. Don’t miss a chance to visit Chris Moose, Birmingham’s singing Christmas moose, at the Christmas market who has become a festive attraction in his own right and a Twitter sensation @thechrismoose.

The Birmingham Christmas Market runs from Thursday 4th November to Thursday 23rd December

YORK

The hugely popular St Nicholas Fair returns to York this year. The charming alpine chalets will once again line the streets, with local businesses selling everything from handmade gifts to delicious treats. Soak up the atmosphere visiting the outlets along Parliament Street and in Sampson Square , many staffed by traders in Victorian costume

Many of York’s restaurants, shops and attractions will be beautifully decorated and will provide a wonderful winter experience. Don’t miss out on a visit to Shambles with its cobbled streets for a full festive atmosphere. The York Christmas Market runs from Thursday 18th November to Thursday 23rd December.

BLACKPOOL

Making its debut on the Christmas Market list this year is Blackpool! The brand-new Winter Gardens Wonderland will host a Bavarian style Christmas Market within and outside the magnificent Grade II Listed Winter Gardens, linking the town centre to the Festival Village. The Festival Village will feature an Ice Rink, a Magical Forest, Festive Light projections and more, whilst the world-famous Illuminations have extended their season and will stay switched on right through to the New Year. Blackpool Christmas Market runs from Thursday 9th December to Monday 3rd January.

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There will be various stalls open on the night, providing refreshments options to suit all the family, and there will be several children’s fun rides in operation. The gates open at 4.30pm, the bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and the fireworks start at 7pm. The Rotary Club will be assisted on the night by Rainford Scouts, and the sponsors of the event are Communications Plus O2 and Palletland.

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Schools and the Pandemic

The pandemic has been incredibly challenging for the education sector. There was no blueprint for schools to follow, no guide telling head teachers how to provide remote learning. Some schools were at a digital disadvantage, unable to deliver lessons to pupils remotely, either because the school did not have the resources, or because pupils did not have the right devices or reliable internet access.

Those schools that were able to deliver remote learning successfully still faced challenges. Laura Castree, a secondary school teacher, told us, “A huge part of teaching is deciphering what your pupil needs and planning accordingly; this became incredibly difficult when teaching remotely, and we had to overhaul resources, teaching styles and priorities practically overnight.” Many children fell behind with their schoolwork during the lockdowns. When pupils returned to school, teachers were then faced with classrooms of children all at different stages of their learning. Disadvantaged children fell even further behind their peers. Even more worrying was the effect of the pandemic on children’s mental health. When surveyed, most schools said that some of their pupils were suffering from Covidrelated anxiety. OFSTED found that some children had lost physical fitness, others showed signs of mental distress, and there was an increase in eating disorders and self-harm.

It hasn’t just been pupils who have struggled with mental health. The pandemic came on the back of years of per-pupil spending cuts, increased class sizes and numerous curriculum changes, so thousands of teachers were already suffering from work-related stress. A 2019 survey by the teachers’ union NASUWT found that 70% of teachers felt their job had adversely affected their mental health. By September 2020, more than half of teachers said that their mental health had declined further. By April

2021, 43% of teachers were experiencing all four of the main symptoms of burnout. It’s hardly surprising that teachers struggled, considering the additional pressures they were under. Geoff Barton, General Secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, commented, “Our teachers have had to rapidly adapt to changing circumstances on many occasions. They have: rapidly become experts in delivering remote learning; run on-site provision for the children of key workers and vulnerable children during lockdowns; managed complex Covid safety measures; set up testing stations to enable pupils to return to classrooms; and, most recently, taken responsibility for assessing students following the cancellation of public exams.” It may take years before we understand the long-term effects of the pandemic on children. However, there is a sense of optimism in the education sector. Both pupils and teachers experienced a much more normal return to school this year. Extra-curricular clubs have restarted and children have more freedom to socialise again. As Laura Castree explains, “It has been apparent that some pupils fared better than others during lockdowns, but it was wonderful to see them back in the classroom, and actually the majority returned with a new and positive attitude towards school and their teachers that endured throughout the year and made the catch-up process much easier.”

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Tutoring What to Consider

After-school tutoring can be an invaluable part of a child’s education. A tutor can offer support in areas that your child might struggle with, such as maths or English, or help your child to further improve in subjects that they already excel at. Tutoring is also available in subjects that your child’s school might not offer, e.g. Mandarin and philosophy.

You can appoint a tutor at any time in your child’s education, but tutoring can be particularly valuable in the run-up to exams, such as GCSEs or the 11-plus. As well as helping with subject-specific knowledge, tutoring can be useful if your child suffers from exam-related anxiety or if they’re not used to sitting tests. The one-to-one basis of tutoring means your child can learn at their own speed, rather than being led by the wider needs of the class. It also allows extra time for questions or diving deeper into a subject. Tutors usually come to your home, although some operate out of an education centre. Many also offer video tutoring, which is helpful if you’re searching for a tutor in a less common subject.

Choosing a tutor

good rapport with your child. Not only is your child likely to learn more, they’ll also be happier and will put more effort into their learning. A good tutor should help to increase your child’s confidence in a subject and, ideally, boost their enjoyment for learning. Before committing to a tutor, you’ll want to check references, qualifications and ID.

Finding the right tutor

Ask your child’s school if they have any recommendations, and put the word out in your friendship circle that you’re looking for a tutor. You may also want to register with sites such as www. firsttutors.com, which helps to connect private tutors with parents. Some of these sites check the IDs and references of the tutors they promote, which gives you additional peace of mind.

The cost of tutoring

A tutor’s hourly rate will depend on a number of factors, including their experience, location and what subject your child needs help with. In most cases, you’ll pay between £20 and £40 an hour for an experienced tutor. If your child is at primary school, a tutoring session will generally last for no more than an hour. An A-level tutoring session might be as long as 2.5 hours.

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Six Tips for a Healthy Winter

The shorter, darker, colder, wetter days of winter can leave even the fittest and chirpiest of us feeling mentally and physically run-down. To keep you feeling better through the winter:

1. Reduce your infection risk

Colds and flu are rife at this time of year, and while being cold cannot give you a cold (only a virus can do that) it can stress your body and lower your immunity. Take extra care with hygiene and take antibacterial hand gel with you when you go out. Sadly, not everyone who touches shop door handles and uses public transport practises good hygiene. If you’re eligible for a free flu vaccine, or are in an atrisk group for whom the vaccine’s recommended, make sure you get it early, before flu season gets underway. Ignore those who claim the vaccine gives you flu; it can’t, as it contains no live viruses. People who get flu after the vaccine may have a rarer flu strain not covered by the vaccine or may have already had a flu virus before their vaccination became fully active (10-14 days after vaccination).

2. Keep exercising

Exercise can boost your immune system, release endorphins that make you feel better and warm you up, too. If you’re normally an outdoor exerciser, cold, wet weather might put you off. If it doesn’t, bundle up and stay safe by avoiding exercising when its icy and wearing bright, reflective clothes if you’re out in the dark. If the winter weather does put you off, consider indoor alternatives: swimming, indoor climbing, exercise classes, short-term passes for a local gym, a new exercise DVD or even some home gym equipment like an exercise bike or weights. The NHS has some great free exercise routines. Check out www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise and click on ‘fitness guides’ for a range of ten-minute workouts and exercises, or www.nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-fitness-studio for online exercise videos. The range covers yoga, Pilates, strength exercises, aerobic workouts and more, so there’s something for everyone.

3. Get enough daylight, fresh air and vitamin D supplements!

Tempting as it might be, hibernating indoors isn’t great for your health. Your body uses sunlight to regulate your body clock and create vitamin D, an essential vitamin for building strong teeth, muscle and bone. However, while daylight helps, between October and early March in the UK there’s not enough of it for you to make sufficient vitamin D, even if you regularly spend time outdoors; nor can you make up the deficit by eating vitamin D-rich foods like oily fish (e.g. salmon, sardines, herring and mackerel), red meat, liver, egg yolks and fortified foods like fat spreads and breakfast cereals. So while getting some winter sun and eating vitamin D-rich foods can help, the NHS recommends that everyone should top-up with a daily 10mcg vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter.

Being too cold puts stress on your body. When the temperature drops below 8°C, some people are at increased risk of mental or physical illness, especially if they’re over 65, disabled, pregnant, have young children (under school age), have a mental health condition or have a long-term health condition. Low temperatures increase vulnerability to heart attacks, stroke, flu, pneumonia, hypothermia, falls and injuries, and can worsen mental health conditions like depression and dementia. It also increases the symptoms of Raynaud’s Disease, a relatively common condition that interrupts blood supply to the extremities, causing symptoms such as pain, numbness, stiffness and pins and needles. It most commonly affects the fingers, and you may notice them go white or even blue and then turn red as blood flow returns.

Keep your home heated to at least 18°C and use hot water bottles, heat packs or electric blankets if you need them. Try a hot bath rather than a shower, have hot drinks and eat for warmth (hot cereals, soups and stews are good options). Pre-warm clothes on a radiator or in your airing cupboard, and once you’re outdoors try to breathe through your nose, as this warms air before it reaches your lungs. Wear layers, warm gloves and a hat. If you have Raynaud’s Disease, use hand dryers for a warmth top-up while you’re out, wear an extra pair of gloves and socks, and avoid heavy carrier bags that restrict blood flow to your fingers.

5. Eat healthy comfort food

Comfort food doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Stews and soups are great winter foods, but watch your fat and salt intake and include plenty of vegetables. Homemade soups are easily made with a cheap, simple blender, and cooked fruit with low-fat custard makes a great winter pudding. The NHS website has some healthy, warming recipes for dishes like fish pie, lemon chicken and vegetable soup. Just visit www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well and click on recipes.

6. Look after your mental health

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Pop Up for Badminton

If you know your base position from your baseline and you’d like to get back into badminton, then the Billinge Badminton Club would like to hear from you. The club plays badminton every Wednesday evening at Rainford Technology College on Higher Lane from 7.15pm to 8.50pm. You must bring with you some experience of the game, and ideally a racket too, but don’t be nervous – the current members of the club possess a wide range of badminton abilities.

The cost is just £2 per session and it’s strictly leisure play as the club don’t play in local leagues. For more information, search ‘Billinge Badminton Club’ on Facebook or just turn up on the night.

Comedy Club

The newly-established Comedy Club at Inglenook Farm off the Rainford by-pass has announced that the next Comedy Club night will be held on Sunday, December 12 from 6-8pm. Two hours, five stand-up comedians and a whole lot of laughs. There will be a licenced bar and snacks available, all you need to do is bring your own chair. The event will be held under cover for the duration of winter.

Tickets for the event are £10 and can be bought by calling Inglenook Farm on 07396 618212 or emailing cherryorchardevents@hotmail.com.

Activity Sessions

The St Helens Children’s Centre, in Parr still have places on a wide range of their activity sessions – perfect to keep your little one stimulated and entertained. On offer are a wide range of children’s sessions and community events at the centre on Ashtons Drive, ranging from Mini Melodies on a Monday between 10-12.15pm to the sensory group every Wednesday between 10am-12.15pm. To secure a place on any of the activities please contact the Central Link Children’s Centre on 01744 673445 or Parr Children’s Centre on 01744 671788 to book.

Artisan Markets

Dean Wood Golf Club are hosting a couple of weekend Artisan Markets in late November at their Lafford Lane base in Upholland. Their Christmas Artisan Markets will take place from 11am-4.30pm on Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th November. The markets will be held on the club’s car park, and the clubhouse will be open for food and drinks. Santa will be visiting at 2pm on both Sunday afternoons. Stalls will be selling Christmas gifts of all kinds including handmade pottery, glass art, soaps, skincare, handmade gemstones, scents, candles, bath bombs and seasonal décor. For those looking to stock up on food, there will be Christmas fruit cakes, cupcakes, brownies and sweets. There are a few stalls still available, please contact annemolys58@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

Christmas at Nugent

Don’t miss the Christmas event at Nugent House School in Billinge next month. You can visit Santa and his elves in the grotto and stroll through the market whilst listening to carols. You’ll also be able to indulge in some festive food and mulled wine, whilst children can make gifts in the craft area. The event runs from 5pm until 9pm on Friday 3rd December at the school which is located on Carr Mill Road in Billinge.

Book Club

If you consider yourself a bit of a bookworm, then you might be interested in attending the monthly book club organised by Willowbrook Hospice. The light-hearted group is a great place to share your thoughts and views on selected books on the second Wednesday of every month. It’s also a chance to read a genre of book that you may not have chosen before or simply an opportunity to socialise; plus, it’s free to attend! The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 10 at 2pm at The Living Well on Borough Road. The books being discussed will be The Whistle Blower by Robert Peston and We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker.

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Bispham Christmas

Bispham Methodist Church, based on the corner of Crank Road and Upholland Road in Billinge, is inviting the local community to visit an all-day Christmas Fair on Saturday 4th December from 10.30am to 4.30pm. A fun-packed day is planned, and you can pick up some Christmas gifts from artisan stalls. There will also be activities for the children and refreshments will be available all day from the Festive Café.

There will be a Modern Nativity performance, Father Christmas will be calling in twice throughout the day and the Trinity Girls Brass Band will perform between 2pm and 3pm. The event comes to a climax with the Christmas Tree switch on at 4.00pm. Other traditional events planned at Bispham this Christmas include a Christmas Family Service with toy donations to a local charity on 12th December at 10.30am, followed by a craft corner for the children. The Carol Service will be on Sunday 19th December at 6pm with traditional mince pies afterwards. For more details, check out the website www.bisphammethodistchurch. org nearer Christmas.

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