Hamper Comp

Win a Lancashire Day Hamper!

To celebrate Lancashire Day on Saturday 27th November Local Life is bestowing one of our readers with a custombuilt luxury hamper, chockfull of goods produced in Lancashire.

Some of the contents are made by producers who are household names, such as Uncle Joe’s in Wigan and Bartons in St Helens, whilst others are less well known. All the goodies have one thing in common though; they are produced within Lancashire’s historic county palatine, which includes the large cities of Manchester and Liverpool as well as the Furness and Cartmel peninsulas in the Lake District.

As you can see from the main image, the goods include cheeses, cakes, chocolate, jams and local honey, biscuits, seafood, pudding, sauces and pickles, crisps and, of course, Bury’s best black pudding. Lancastrians with a thirst can indulge in gin, beer or a glass of locally produced dandelion and burdock! Lancashire Day is celebrated on the 27th November every year because 726 years ago in 1295, it was on this day that the first elected representatives from Lancashire were called to Westminster by King Edward I to attend what later became known as ‘The Model Parliament’.

A proclamation is read out by town criers throughout the county on Lancashire Day and part of this proclamation quotes the following; Throughout the County Palatine, from the Furness Fells to the River Mersey, from the Irish Sea to the Pennines, this day shall ever mark the people’s pleasure in that excellent distinction - true Lancastrians, proud of the Red Rose and loyal to our Sovereign Duke. Even with much local opposition, on April Fool’s Day in 1974, under the Local Government Act 1972, the southern part of the geographic county was transferred to the two newly established metropolitan counties of Merseyside and Greater Manchester. On the same day, the county of Cumbria came into being and Warrington was incorporated into Cheshire. To enter the competition to win this Lancashire hamper, simply visit our website, www.locallife247.co.uk, click on ‘free stuff’ and then on ‘competitions’ and then answer the following question;

What is the colour of the rose of Lancashire?

The expiry date for this competition is midnight on Sunday 21st November 2021.

The winners will be personally contacted within three working days of the expiry date and the results will be posted on our Facebook account on Lancashire Day, Saturday 27th November. Entrants must be over 16 years of age. Strictly one entry per household – multiple entries will be disqualified. Local Life 247 cannot accept responsibility for entries that do not reach us. Employees of Local Life 247 Ltd and their families are not eligible to enter this competition. The picture is for illustration purposes only and Local Life 247 Ltd reserve the right to substitute goods for goods of equal value if necessary.

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Free Friday Quiz Nights

29 October 5 November 12 November

Special Christmas Quiz 3 December

Doors open at 7pm and the free quiz starts at 7.30pm. Book a table for up to 6 team members by calling 01744 884709 or email office@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk

Parish Council Meetings

Community Liaison Committee

03.11.2021 and 01.12.2021

Health & Safety Committee

05.11.2021 and 03.12.2021

Finance Planning & Administration Committee

10.11.2021 and 08.12.2021

Full Council meeting

22.11.2021 and 13.12.2021.

All meetings take place at Rainford Village Hall. Residents are encouraged to address members on matters of concern to them and are very welcome to attend meetings. Further information on the Parish Council website:

www.rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk

Business Around Rainford

The next breakfast forum for Businesses in Rainford and Rainford residents who have businesses will take place on 24.11.2021 from 8am – 9am at the Village Hall. Steve Smith of The Business Doctor will give a short talk.

To book a free place call 01744 884709 or email admin@ rainfordparishcouncil.gov uk

The Village Hall

Rainford Village Hall is available to hire from just £10 per hour for classes, meetings, parties, anniversaries, events and Wedding Receptions. Call 01744 884709 or email admin@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk to discuss your requirements.

Heritage Lottery Grant

Thanks to the hard work of Councillor Rob Reynolds, the Parish Council has secured Heritage Lottery funding of £9160 to fund a project about Rainford’s industrial heritage. As part of this, we have started interviewing people who have memories of Rainford’s industrial past and acquiring copies of relevant photos. If you think you can help in either regard, or know someone who could, please do let us know!

One discussion has taken place with Rainford resident Eric Winstanley and his brother Jimmy. This is a fascinating recording and Eric has also supplied some photos he took of steam trains passing through Rainford village along what is now the Linear Park.

Additionally, Heritage Boards and replica station names will be sited along the Linear Park and at the sites of the old railway stations and the Parish Council is very grateful for the assistance and information provided by Rainford Heritage Society.

The last part of the project is to design and install a memorial to Rainford residents who lost their lives in industrial accidents.

The Parish Council is delighted that staff and students from Rainford High School will be involved in completing the project.

Parish Council Accounts

The Parish Council mainly raises funds through the precept (paid by households as part of the Council Tax) and by hiring out the Village Hall. Additionally, it organises events such as the Beer Festival and Christmas Fayre and Christmas parties.

Resources are spent on subsidising community events, community projects such as 50% of the School Crossing Patrol on Cross Pit Lane and support for Rainford in Bloom. Income also covers the cost of the administration of the Parish Council and the Village Hall through the Clerk’s office. Additionally, the Parish Council covers all the costs for the Village Hall which have included extensive repairs to the structure of the building this financial year.

Community Speed watch

Having been stalled by COVID restrictions, the speed watch volunteers are finally out and about in the village, looking out for speeding vehicles and illegally parked cars. The aim is to make it unacceptable to break the speed limit, and stop inconsiderate and dangerous parking throughout Rainford.

Rainford Community Cinema

Join us at Rainford Village Hall on Sunday, 12th December for ‘The Star’!

This heart-warming film shows us that it takes many tails to tell the greatest story ever.

Tickets are £5 and include a drink and a snack. And you never know, someone special might put in an appearance at the end!!

Email office@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk or phone 01744 884709 to book your tickets!

Doors open at 2:30pm

Film showing begins at 3:30pm

Rainford Christmas Fayre

Rainford Christmas Fayre will take place this year on 4th December 2021 from 10am – 4pm!

With Father Christmas in his grotto and a variety of exciting stalls, you’ll have your Christmas Shopping all wrapped up. You can also treat yourself to some delicious food and snacks. With entertainment throughout the day, and some fantastic raffle prizes, it will be a very special fun-filled event for everyone.

Christmas Parties at the Village Hall

Some tables are still available for Friday 17.12.2021, but the Saturday night is all sold out!

Join us at the Village Hall for a great Christmas Night Out with family, friends or colleagues. Tickets are just £35 per person, for a 3-course meal and entertainment in a beautiful setting. Call 01744 884709 or admin@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk for further information and to book tickets.

RAINFORD PARISH COUNCIL

Rainford Village Hall, Church Road Rainford WA11 8HB

01744 884709