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Betwixt & Between This old English phrase, meaning neither one thing nor the other, sums up perfectly this time of year. The festive season disappeared in the rear view mirror a good while since and though the days are ever so slowly getting lighter; it’s not quite warm enough to crack on with your next home/garden project.
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Cast your mind back to this time last year, and you’ll remember that we were stuck in these times, the hinterlands of winter almost, until pretty much mid-April, and then after a very short spring, came a scorching hot summer. So, in proper positive thinking fashion, here are some tips to help you get in the right frame of mind for spring, regardless of whether it’s an early one or a late one; Declutter and get rid of anything you no longer need. If you haven’t worn it, or used it for two years, out it goes, but do make sure you donate clothing and household items that are in reasonably good condition to charity. Make some space on a sunny window sill and plant some seeds, such as begonia, geranium or petunia, and for every day’s growth you’ll feel a sense of renewal. And finally, plan well ahead and work out what improvements you’re going to make to your home and garden this year. You’ll find advertisers within the pages of Local Life who can help you achieve your home or garden ideal but do call soon to secure their services, as good tradespeople and home improvement companies are often booked weeks in advance. See you next time
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World Worship An international day of worship is celebrated in Burscough on Friday, March 1. First established in 1887 as a practice in New York City, the World Day of Prayer invites people of all denominations to be part of a huge wave of prayer, sweeping around the world. Women in different countries take turns to plan the day each year, with 2019’s event organised by women in Slovenia. It currently spans 120 countries. The Burscough event is set to take place at St. John the Evangelist RC Church on Chapel Lane on Friday, March 1 at 7:30pm. For further information about World Day of Prayer, visit www.wwdp.org.uk
Artisan Market Burscough Wharf’s fabulous artisan market returns this March. Every fortnight beginning on Sunday, March 3, head
down to the Wharf to experience the best in local produce, crafters and foodies. You’re sure to find something you love! The market runs from 11am to 4pm and is free to enter. Dogs and families welcome. For further information, head to www.burscough-wharf.co.uk
On Your Marks Budding athletes across West Lancashire are getting ready for the Parbold Duathlon. This year’s event, consisting of a 5K run and 30K bike ride, takes place on Sunday, March 17 at 8:30am. Challenge yourself to climb Parbold Hill a whopping three times in the saddle, with a high-energy atmosphere all around. The race starts at the Farmer’s Arms in Bispham, Parbold (L40 3SL). Entry costs £35 including a finishers’ T-shirt and medal. Minimum entry age is 15. To enter, head to www.epicevents.co.uk/duathlons/parbold-duathlon
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On Sunday, March 3 from 10am-4pm, enjoy a oneday workshop with local artist Tony Disley at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. He’ll show you how to go from sketching to painting the birds you find around the centre. Tickets are £50 per person, available from the Martin Mere website.
Finally, on Wednesday, April 10 from 7:30pm-9pm, the Lancashire Wildlife Trust present their latest talk from John Lamb - a fascinating insight into the wildest places in Lancashire and its flora & fauna. For tickets to either talk, visit www.lancswt.org.uk
Take a trip to the stars on Friday, March 15, when Spring Stargazing heads to Mere Sands Wood. Enjoy talks, videos and hands-on help with telescopes as you take in the night sky. The event runs from 7:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets £15, available on Eventbrite. Graham Clarkson presents a talk on birdwatching on Thursday, March 21 from 2:30pm-4pm at Mere Sands Wood. Learn about the birds you could spot on your next stroll and how to identify them. The talk costs
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Is it your goal to find out more about your local heritage this year? The West Lancashire Heritage Association can help.
The Douglas Valley Historical Society have a full calendar of lectures for the spring season.
The society, formed in 1998, promotes an interest in West Lancashire history and encourages local people to get involved. They host regular meetings throughout 2019 at Hurlston Hall Golf Club in Scarisbrick (L40 8HB), at 7:30pm every month. For meeting dates and further information, visit www.westlancsheritage.org, or alternatively contact Bob Ireland on robertireland1947@hotmail. com for membership enquiries.
Liverpool Comic Con Comic Con returns to Liverpool for a whopping 3 days this March.
March’s talk by Alan Crosby is entitled ‘A Matter of Convenience’, and discusses sanitary improvements in the housing of workers from 1830-1890. Meetings take place on the third Tuesday of every month at Parbold Women’s Institute on The Common at 7:45pm. March’s talk will be held on Tuesday, March 19. If you want to learn more about local history and attend fascinating presentations, the society could be perfect for you. Membership costs £12 per year, or visitors can attend meetings for £2.50. For further information, call 01257 462121.
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The convention brings together high-profile guests, full-size props, merch stalls and much more at the Exhibition Centre at Kings Dock in Liverpool. Sci-fi enthusiasts won’t want to miss Liverpool’s latest Comic Con with stars like Jeff East and Dean Cain appearing across the three days.
Fancy learning to knit or crochet? Tarleton Library is offering free lessons.
Day tickets are available from £16.50, or get your hands on a weekend pass for around £43. The event runs from Friday, March 8 until Sunday, March 10.
Limited spaces for lessons are available every Thursday morning, and sessions are bookable at the library.
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This month’s Dementia Café takes place on Friday, March 8 in Parbold.
The Skelmersdale Churches Rambling Club’s March walk takes hikers to Llangollen in North Wales.
The cafes aim to bring people with dementia and their carers together in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Meet other people in a similar situation, make new friends and access relevant information and activities.
The club offers rambles for all abilities, with a rating system from A-D – A being the most difficult, and D offering shorter walks on flatter terrain. Discover more in the countryside while taking in breathtaking natural scenery and plenty of history too!
The café runs from 10am-12pm at the WI building at The Common (WN8 7HA). A £1 donation is requested per person towards refreshments. For further information, call 01772 788700 or email centrallancashire@akzheimers.org.uk
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New Kit for Dynamos Local under-11s football team Burscough Dynamo has been gifted a new kit by the Alfie Lund Fund. Alfie Lund was diagnosed with MECP2 Duplication Syndrome when he was just 4 years old - one of just 35 children in the UK with the disorder. The lifelimiting disorder leaves Alfie unable to walk or talk, with profound learning difficulties and complex epilepsy. His parents set up the Alfie Lund Fund in 2012 in order to raise money for equipment to fulfil Alfie’s needs and help families like them. The new kit sponsorship was especially poignant as the under-11s team are all Alfie’s age, and so the team he might have played for. The Lunds’ connection to the club dates back to 1981, when Alfie’s dad Mark actually played for Burscough Dynamo. ‘It was nice to give something back to the community that has always supported us, and to see Alfie’s logo on their shirts,’ said Mark Lund. ‘Alfie loves going to watch football at all levels, so it seemed quite fitting. He has travelled around the country raising awareness by going to matches, and has been to 135 games now collecting the football scarves of supporters. Alfie has amassed over 1,900 in total!’ The scarves Alfie collects will be sewn into the world’s longest football fan scarf to continue fundraising for the Alfie Lund Fund and helping families affected by MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. Mark was amazed when the club got in touch to announce the building of a stand in Alfie’s name at the Thomas Galvin sports fields. The new stand will
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Gilbert & Sullivan April sees a production of The Seven Ages of Gilbert & Sullivan head to Hesketh Bank Community Centre. The Hoghton Players have created an evening of excerpts dealing with the various stages in human life, featuring solos, ensembles and choruses from many popular operas. This is the Players’ first appearance at the community centre, and Chair Steve Kirby hopes it won’t be the last. The performance takes place on Saturday, April 6 from 7:30pm-10pm. Tickets are £7 including tea and biscuits, and can be obtained on 07784 942127 or by emailing info@ heskethbankcommunitycentre.org.uk
Easter Fun Day Woodlands Animal Sanctuary in Holmeswood is hosting a fabulous Easter Extravaganza in April. The kids can join in with an Easter egg hunt, watch a fun dog show, have a go on the bouncy castle or enter the Easter bonnet competition. There’s barbecue food and refreshments available all day, with a tombola and plenty of stalls to browse too. The event takes place on Sunday, April 20 from 11am to 3pm. Entry costs £1.50 for children and £3 for adults. For more information, visit www. woodlandsanimalsanctuary.org.uk
Spring Triathlon The West Lancashire Spring Triathlon takes place this April. Beginning at Edge Hill University, competitors take part in a 400km swim at Edge Hill’s new pool facility before cycling 18.5km on a flat, 3-lap course before taking on the 5k run around the campus trails. Entrance to the event costs £44 per person or £55 for a relay team of 3, including a finishers medal, t-shirt and swim cap. You’ll need a roadworthy bike and recognised cycle helmet to take part. To enter head to www.epicevents.co.uk/triathlons/ west-lancashire-spring-triathlon.html
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Refreshed Do you spring out of bed each morning with the bright eyes and energy of a five-year-old on Christmas morning? No, me neither. But there are a few tips which might help get the spring back in your step: Get enough sleep – It’s so obvious it actually does need stating: most of us do not get anywhere near enough sleep. Sleep needs vary from person to person, but most of us need at least eight hours uninterrupted shut-eye. I haven’t slept like that since my children were born, and the oldest is now eight!
Make your room dark and quiet – Too much extraneous light and noise is not conducive to good sleep. Invest in thick curtains or a sleep mask if light is an issue and soft earplugs if your neighbour has noisy dogs or a twitchy car alarm. Renew your mattress – Mattresses do not last forever. They become saggy and less supportive with age, which makes us fidget and interferes with the quality of our sleep. A good mattress should support your spine and allow your body to relax totally.
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Becconsall Springtime is just around the corner, and what better time to get out and about with new friends? Say goodbye to the last of the winter blues and wave hello to a fresh start by joining a U3A – Becconsall’s vibrant group is just the place to begin. Found in between Hesketh Bank and Tarleton, Becconsall U3A was formed in 2015 and currently boasts 153 members. Dubbed a ‘weekly tonic’ by member Joan McDaid, the group meets regularly to try new things, hear fascinating talks and take trips out. If you’re retired or semi-retired with a huge vitality and zest for life, a University of the Third Age membership could be just the thing to put a renewed spring in your step, and new members are very welcome no matter the season. No qualifications are needed to join, and there are definitely no exams (although quizzers will be pleased to note, plenty of opportunities to test your knowledge during team trivia). Becconsall U3A offers 12 main activity groups including Local History, Creative Textiles, Walking and Gardening, along with a series of pop-up groups such as Photography. Better yet, if you fancy starting your own group or have some knowledge you want to share with others, you’re sure to encounter someone with a shared passion for your topic. ‘Becconsall U3A is a self-help organisation which
flourishes through the willingness of its members to share interests,’ says Mike Ellis, secretary of Becconsall U3A. ‘We provide many opportunities for learning and keeping the mind and body active. If you’ve never had a diary before, you’ll need one after joining Becconsall U3A!’ When Mike and Sue Ellis first moved to Hesketh Bank, they didn’t know anyone – but joining the U3A changed that completely. ‘We’ve formed some great friendships and learned a lot. Joining Becconsall U3A is the best thing we have ever done, and we would recommend it to residents old and new!’ As well as keeping members busy, joining a U3A is a great way of combatting loneliness in the community. Just by getting out of the house and in a position to socialise with others can help boost your mood – and the welcoming environment of the U3A ensures nobody feels left out. Plenty of people turn up by themselves and make new friends for life. But activity groups aren’t all the U3A has to offer. Special events like wine tasting evenings and regular parties invite members to get together in a relaxed setting to celebrate the best of Becconsall, while
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A very peculiar image indeed cropped up at the latest exhibition from Images of Burscough and Surrounding Areas. Photographer Michael Dawson, who runs the Images of Burscough website, stumbled across the slides of an old flying machine at his recent exhibition in November. ‘Many of the visitors brought along their old photos and slides – two of these, donated by Paul Mackenzie show a very strange flying machine from the mid-1960s on Burscough’s former Royal Naval Air Station, HMS Ringtail,’ Michael explains. HMS Ringtail, constructed in 1942 following a compulsory purchase order of several local farms, consisted of four runways, a control tower and multiple hangars, along with Nissen huts to serve as accommodation. It could accommodate around 80 aircraft. The machine, which appears as a bike crossed with a bed crossed with a rudimentary helicopter, was fitted with aerial and front propellers, and looked
like something from an old sci-fi film. Michael spoke to Burscough resident Tony Thompson, who spent time at HMS Ringtail during the Second World War, back in 2012, and remembers him mentioning the device. At the time, Thompson said: ‘On visiting the old aerodrome again, there was this fella on a bicycle with wings attached, cycling like mad on the runway trying to take off. He was at it for months. I used to go up there and watch him - he was giving it everything with these wings on. I don’t know what happened to him – he suddenly disappeared and I never saw him again.’ A mystery indeed – and one that Michael is desperate to solve. ‘I’d love to know if anybody reading this remembers the young man with his flying machine all those years ago,’ he says. If anyone has any information pertaining to the elusive machine, Michael would love to hear from them at wilsonmiley@live.co.uk or on 07795 578025.
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By Jess Phillips Although now often relegated to shopping outlets, dusty museum displays, or urban living for aspiring young professionals, mills have always been integral to our local heritage. From the water-driven mills of the eighteenth century to the surge in mechanisation and the eventual decline of the industry, these great structures continue to have a place in the hearts of locals. The closure of Chorley’s Botany Bay (previously Canal Mill) in February pending its extensive redevelopment into a modern outlet village is a blow indeed to Lancashire’s milling heritage. Milling undeniably shaped Lancashire’s industrial and economic landscape in the eighteenth century, when the Industrial Revolution settled its focus on textile manufacturing. Somewhere along the line the county became synonymous with textile milling, from the invention of James Hargreaves’ spinning jenny in Oswaldtwistle back in 1770 to towns like Burnley making their names in cotton. The industry expanded enough that the government was forced to introduce a policy which slowed it down in 1959.
The detrimental effect milling had on its workforce is well-documented. Channel 4’s TV adaptation The Mill shed light on the conditions working-class people faced post-Industrial Revolution at Quarry Bank Mill in Cheshire, while the boom in factory numbers brought plumes of ‘pea souper’ smog down on industrial towns. Many workers reported ‘mill fever’ in their first few weeks of employment; the dust, chemicals and claustrophobic environment landing a hard knock to the immune system. Amongst the trials and tribulations of milling conditions, the quieter side of the industry is often forgotten – but the still-standing corn mills of Burscough and Parbold goes to show that their influence stretched just as far as the textile mills of Lancashire towns. Ainscough’s Mills It’s difficult to miss the looming figure of Ainscough’s Mill when you’re walking along the canal in Burscough. The once imposing structure at the bottom of Mill Street may have since been converted into apartments, but its complex heritage as a working steam-powered corn mill lives on.
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Parbold Old Mill & Ainscough’s Mill The Ainscough Mills story begins in Parbold. The Ainscough family moved there in 1820 and Richard Ainscough took over Parbold’s old windmill from Richard Charnock in 1826, opting to run it in conjunction with his grocery business. Dating back to the eighteenth century, Parbold’s windmill soon saw the construction of a nearby pub to serve those working on the recently opened Leeds & Liverpool canal, as well as the farmers leaving their grain at the windmill. The Windmill pub is still open today, though the mill itself ceased operation around 1850. It still stands, albeit relieved of its sails, and is open to the public as the Millhouse Art Gallery. The first of Ainscough’s Flour Mills was constructed in Parbold a year later in 1851, just across the canal bridge, by Hugh Ainscough, Richard’s son. His father’s death prompted Hugh to found his own milling company, which expanded into Burscough seven years later – and the structure on Mill Lane was built.
Tragedy struck for the Ainscoughs’ Parbold mill in 1953, when it was completely gutted by fire. An explosion caused the flames to rage out of control for over two hours, leaving the building beyond repair. It was eventually demolished and replaced by housing. The Burscough property, however, flourished well into the 1990s. Ainscough’s Burscough mill employed around 200 people in its heyday, rising from only 30 employees in the 1850s-60s. In 1859 the men were rewarded for their good work by congenial boss Ainscough, enjoying ‘good English fare of roast beef and plum pudding’ at the Red Lion inn – ‘the proceedings were
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The mill officially ceased operation in 1997, and was a major draw to urban explorers until its conversion to luxury apartments in 2013. Urban photography group The View from the North (www.theviewfromthenorth.org), who dedicate themselves to documenting industrial landscapes, explored Ainscough’s Mill in 2007, finding it decaying after being ravaged by several small fires.
PROJ3CT M4YH3M (www.proj3ctm4yh3m.com) also visited the mill just before its redevelopment in 2013, dubbing the building a ‘death trap’ with ‘crumbling floors and drops concealed by chipboard sheeting.’ Its redevelopment, then, came as something of a relief, despite a fire that broke out in 2014 leading to the evacuation of around 100 Burscough homes.
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Burscough Mill, 1972 Tarleton Mill Known for its production of ‘Wigan fabric’ – a cotton blend coated with latex rubber - Tarleton’s cotton mill was built in 1919 and was the closest textile mill to Southport, and quite a way away from its county competitors. Astland Mill was positioned close enough to both the canal and the Tarleton Branch Railway terminus to provide optimal transport links and to provide steam power to the looms. Around 200 people were employed at Tarleton’s Astland Mill, which was home to 750 looms. It went through various ownerships but was met with financial difficulty throughout its years of operation, beginning with the economic slump when demand for cotton fell in the early 1920s following the end of WWI. The outbreak of WWII also meant workers were redrafted into the war effort and away from their jobs; the building was repurposed as a Royal Navy store until 1947.
The Cotton Industry Act of 1959 looked set to rejuvenate Tarleton’s textile links. The Act aimed to reorganise the cotton industry in Lancashire to prevent further decline created by foreign imports, and provided compensation for redundant workers while reducing the number of spindles in operation. This meant Astlands could be fully modernised, including the addition of air conditioning for workers and a change in shift patterns, while reducing its output. Astlands Mill continued to operate until the 1980s. The building still stands today in Plox Brow by the River Douglas. Thanks go to Michael Dawson for providing information and images. Visit www.imagesof-burscough.co.uk for more local history and photographs.
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Win tickets to Blue Planet II – Live in Concert The UK’s most watched TV show of the year is coming live to the Liverpool M&S Bank Arena on 26th March and we’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away in this super Local Life competition! Bringing the wonders and mysteries of the planet’s oceans and its inhabitants to the UK arena stage, Blue Planet II – Live In Concert will present a selection of incredible visuals from the BAFTA Award winning BBC One landmark series, highlighting the amazing natural wonders of our blue planet in breath-taking detail, projected on a giant state of the art 4K Ultra HD LED screen. Accompanied by the original immersive television music score by Bleeding Fingers Music, the concert will be performed live by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, and conducted by Matthew Freeman. If that isn’t enough of a reason to catch this performance, which is part of a 13 date UK and Eire tour, then the announcement of top BBC presenter Anita Rani as host for this live show should ensure a packed out Arena. Rani said of narrating Blue Planet II – Live In Concert: “I am really honoured to have the role of host on the Blue Planet II Live In Concert arena tour. The TV series was such a fantastic and enlightening show and has really empowered society to view our oceans
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and environment with a great deal more care. I can’t wait to stand on stage with an 80-piece orchestra and huge screen showing some of that incredible Blue Planet II footage, it should be an amazing experience!” During the four-year filming of Blue Planet II, the teams embarked on 125 expeditions and travelled to 39 countries. The concert will feature exciting visuals from the show including the now infamous Tusk fish, the Crab and Eel rock pool chase and the ‘folklore-turned-reality’ Sea Lion tuna hunt, to mention but a few. To enter the competition to win a pair of tickets to Blue Planet II – Live In Concert, simply visit our website, www.locallife247.co.uk, click on ‘free stuff’ and then on ‘competitions’ and then answer the following question; Who is the host of Blue Planet II – Live In Concert in Liverpool on 26th March 2019?
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What are ectopic heartbeats? Ectopic heartbeats are extra heartbeats that occur just before a regular beat. Ectopic beats are normal and usually they are not a cause for concern. About 70% of medically normal adults without any symptoms at all have ectopic beats if monitored over 24 hours. They are far less common in children and are more likely to be a result of an underlying heart abnormality in those cases. There are two types of ectopic beat: PAC - Premature atrial contractions, which begin in the upper chambers of the heart. PVC - Premature ventricular contractions, which begin in the lower chambers of the heart. An ectopic beat might be felt as an extra awareness of the heart beating; a feeling of faintness; a sensation of the heart stopping for a second, or a fluttering sensation in the chest. The fact that some people become aware of their ectopic beats doesn’t automatically mean there is a problem. Most commonly people who become aware of their ectopic beats are also susceptible to anxiety. What tends to happen is that during an episode of anxiety their system is flooded with adrenalin and their heart begins to race. They become aware of their heart racing, and then suddenly they experience a (perfectly normal) ectopic beat, only it feels anything but normal to them because their heart is already racing. They can then become hyper-aware of any perceived differences in rhythm, and this can feed their anxiety.
Most GPs can diagnose ectopic heartbeats from symptoms and by listening with a stethoscope. Sometimes they will arrange a precautionary electrocardiogram (ECG). If someone is aware of their ectopic beat only when they are sitting quietly, this is less of a concern than if the ectopics become noticeable after exercise, such as running upstairs. Ectopics are also of more concern if there is a history of a previous heart attack, or a family of heart disease. A GP will want to rule out complications such as ventricular tachycardia and arrhythmia. If further investigation is required the GP might order an echocardiogram (heart ultrasound), or a coronary angiography, an MRI, a CT scan, or exercise testing. In most cases ectopic heartbeats do not require treatment; however, there are certain well-known triggers. It can be helpful to review all medications and their possible interactions, stop smoking, reduce alcohol and caffeine intake, and reduce stress and anxiety as much as possible. Remember, most ectopic heartbeats are not a cause for concern, but if they are persistent, or you are worried, then consult your GP. By Louise Addison
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iHELP Pain Management NHS West Lancashire has developed a new service for people living with chronic pain - that’s pain that persists beyond the point where healing is expected. iHELP Pain Management introduces a holistic approach to chronic pain by examining the full picture of the patient with a view of offering specialised treatment. This includes physical activity, nutrition and psychological needs.
Introducing ICare Meals on Wheels
iHELP provides a single point of referral for patients living with chronic pain to assess each of their needs individually. The two-year pilot programme is due to begin in April.
Scarisbrick Yoga Looking to get more flexible, or just discover some inner peace? This yoga class in Scarisbrick could be just the ticket.
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Singing for the Brain The Alzheimer’s Society has singing sessions in West Lancashire to help people with dementia get singing. Singing for the Brain sessions encourage people with dementia and their carers to come together to meet new friends, share experiences and perhaps trigger old memories through song. March’s sessions take place on the first three Tuesdays from 2:30pm-4pm at Brookside on Aughton Street in Ormskirk (L39 3BS). A weekly contribution of £2.50 per person is requested, which includes refreshments. For further information, call 01772 788700 or email centrallancashire@alzheimers.org.uk
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Could your child benefit from a binocular vision exam? When Sarah’s 10-year-old daughter complained of headaches after school, she did what any sensible parent would do and booked an eye test. After a 15-minute exam she was told that Maisie did not need any glasses and that there was nothing wrong with her. After a few months, Maisie’s symptoms hadn’t disappeared, and her grades were suffering. “She didn’t want to read and was falling behind in class.” Sarah took her back to the optician, who this time gave Maisie some glasses. “She wore them for a couple of weeks but gave up after that as they weren’t helping, in fact she said that they made things worse for seeing the whiteboard. Sarah’s friend advised her to take Maisie to see the optometrist who had helped her son when he had struggled with similar issues. “Immediately I could see that this was a different kind of eye exam.” We didn’t feel rushed. The optometrist was really interested the type of difficulties Maisie was experiencing, when they happened, and how she coped with them. She performed a whole battery of tests and explained everything as she was going along. She told us that Maisie was having difficulty co-ordinating her eyes so was having to put in more effort to ‘see’, and as she became more tired with the effort of school and study, it became harder and harder for her to keep up the co-ordination.’
In a classroom eyes need work as a team at all distances. They should be able to point accurately at the same point on a page, then be able to refocus quickly and accurately on the whiteboard and back again, hundreds of times per day. They need to be able scan across lines of text without drifting off to another line. If eyes can’t work as a team, children might try for a while but often develop unhelpful coping mechanisms like turning their head, screwing their eyes up, and excessive blinking. Eventually they give up and may become disenfranchised from learning. The binocular vision system is more likely to malfunction in children with dyslexia or an underlying health condition. Binocular vision examinations measure the ability of the child’s eyes to work together, and then the optometrist can make helpful suggestions, such as glasses, or exercises (sometimes called vision therapy), or a mixture of both. Occasionally coloured overlays might prove useful too. By Kath McLean
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No Fear Smear Uptake on cervical cancer screening is at a 20-year low, with many women aged 25-29 opting to skip their smear tests. But getting screened can save your life - and it’s not as scary as you might think. Cervical cancer is most common in women aged 3045, though it’s possible for sexually active women of any age to develop it. Screenings test for abnormal cells and diagnose these in around 1 in 20 women, though these cells don’t always become cancerous. Sometimes, however, it’s necessary for the cells to be removed to prevent further harm or changes. Cervical cancer is extremely rare in women under 25, and you won’t need a smear test if you’ve never been sexually active.
Smear tests typically take around 3 minutes. You’ll be asked to lie on your back with your legs up, your ankles together and knees apart. A speculum - a plastic cylinder with a round end - is inserted into the vagina. This is uncomfortable for some women, but the discomfort doesn’t last long. Once the speculum opens gently, a small, soft brush is inserted to sample the cells. In some cases you can request a smaller speculum if you find the test painful, or lie in an easier position just speak to the nurse administering the test. Effort is always made to preserve your modesty during the examination - if you’re wearing a skirt or dress you’ll be able to leave it on to cover yourself a little more, and a sheet will be placed over your lower half.
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Tinnitus Treatment Around 1 in 5 British adults suffer from persistent buzzing, ringing or humming in their ears. Tinnitus is particularly prevalent in the elderly, affecting around 24%, but the condition can strike any age, whether temporarily or permanently.
lessening the stressors associated with tinnitus. Stress management is key to managing the condition – if the sound in your ears is making you stressed, try covering it with soft music, the sound of a fan whirring, or some white noise.
There’s no one unifying cause of tinnitus. Whether caused by loud music or long-term noise exposure, general hearing loss, or as a symptom of an underlying condition, getting a conclusive diagnosis can be difficult. But there are things you can do to improve quality of life with tinnitus.
White noise isn’t limited to a flat hum. White noise machines can simulate an immersive habitat, such as falling rain or ocean waves, and aims to drown out background sounds. A white noise machine might be a worthy investment if you suffer from tinnitus, as it can help drown out the inner-ear sounds.
Speak to your GP. Sometimes tinnitus is caused by something as innocuous as earwax – removing this can decrease the symptoms and lessen the noise. Underlying vascular conditions such as high blood pressure or an aneurysm can cause pulsatile tinnitus, which can be treated through medication or surgery.
Masking devices aim to replicate the sound of white noise via an in-ear device, similar to a hearing aid. They produce a continuous white noise to help suppress symptoms.
Avoiding loud noises, caffeine and nicotine means
If you suffer from constant tinnitus, support groups are out there to meet other people going through a similar experience.
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Dementia Watching a loved one suffer from dementia is a heart-breaking process. The condition currently affects around 850,000 people in the UK alone, with one in six people over the age of 80 diagnosed. The gradual loss of memory, along with inability to focus or communicate, degrading visual perception, and in some cases aggression and hallucinations, is difficult for both the person with dementia and those closest to them. There is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease or the dementia symptoms associated with it, but there are a few things you can do to make life easier for those going through it. Make interactions positive. Keep the overall tone of conversations light and be optimistic – if you’re stressed out or getting frustrated, the person with dementia will likely pick up on it and become stressed themselves. Don’t cut them out of conversations or roll your eyes if they ask the same question more than once. Stick to simple questions. Go slowly, with one question at a time, and avoid leaving too many choices. For example, if you’re deciding on what to cook, hold up visual representations of a couple of meals and let them choose from those. Memory aids such as signs around the house can be good for directing your loved one to where things are kept – if they struggle with reading, use symbols instead. Reassure. Dementia is scary – although the person isn’t always aware of what they’re going through, it can sometimes hit them head-on. Deal with this by gently reassuring the person that they’re safe, and do your best to make them comfortable. Being physically affectionate can also help ground them in the present if words just aren’t working.
Reminisce. Although short-term memory degrades, long-term memory is more likely to be retained, and it can be a fun activity to look back on the good times. Take an afternoon to look through family photo albums or at old maps. If your loved one tends to wander, it’s a good idea to put safety measures in place. For example, adding child locks to doors can help to prevent wandering, or making sure the person has a GPS tracker on them can avoid unsafe situations if they do get lost. If you’re struggling, get help. Day centres for dementia patients can be a godsend if you’re struggling by yourself, and provide fun, dementiafriendly activities to get involved in so you can get some time and space to yourself. Don’t be afraid to ask family members for help – remember, they love the person too, and in most cases will be happy to spend the day with them or take them out somewhere different. Remember – taking time for yourself is important. For further information and advice on caring for someone with dementia, visit www.nhs.uk/ conditions/dementia/carers/
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Barbara’s of Standish Fashion Show. Tickets £7.50 including refreshments. All proceeds in aid of Parkinsons UK. For more details please call 01257 425480
St. John the Evangelist RC Church, Chapel Lane, Burscough, L40 7RA
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Spring Stargazing Friday, March 15, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Hesketh Bank Community Centre, Station Road, Hesketh Bank, PR4 6SR
Journey through the constellations and along the Milky Way during this practical workshop from local astronomers! Tickets £15, available on Eventbrite.
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Mere Sands Wood, Holmeswood Rd, Rufford, L40 1TG
Saturday, March 9, 5:45pm Enjoy a beautiful piano concert from Javier Perianes in conjunction with Parbold Douglas Music. Tickets £18.50 per adult or £5.50 for a young person, bookable at www.parbolddouglasmusic.org or on 01257 498452. Parbold Village Hall, The Green, Parbold, WN8 7DN
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History Talk
Robbie Williams Tribute
Tuesday, March 19, 7:45pm
Saturday, March 30, 7:30pm
Alan Crosby presents his talk ‘A Matter of Convenience’, discussing sanitary improvements between 1830 and 1890. Free to Douglas Valley Historical Society members or £2.50 for guests.
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with fantastic Robbie Williams tribute Matt Byrne. Tickets £15 including a sandwich platter – call 01695 422 688 or 07749 053323 to book.
Parbold Women’s Institute, The Common, Parbold, WN8 7NU
The Aughton institute, Bold Lane, Aughton, L39 6SG
Birdwatching Talk
Mother’s Day Mosaics
Thursday, March 21, 2:30pm-4pm
Sunday, March 31, 2:30pm-5:30pm
Graham Clarkson presents a fun and fascinating introduction to birding – learn about the birds you could spot on your next stroll, identification tips, and how to watch wild birds. Tickets £4 for adults, £2 for children or £3 for Friends of Mere Sands Wood members, available from www.lancswt.org.uk
Treat your mum (or another loved one!) to a mosaic workshop to make a wreath, hanging heart or plaque while enjoying a delicious cream tea. Tickets £35 per person or £65 for two. Booking essential on 07494 443229.
Mere Sands Wood, Holmeswood Road, Rufford, L40 1TG
Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Friday, March 22, doors at 6:45pm Tim Chu and Ian Bailey perform their non-tribute show of Simon & Garfunkel. A unique show that honours the original recordings, without the cheese of costumes or wigs. Tickets £12 from the Civic Hall or online at http://www.classicsingersongwriters. co.uk/sandg Ormskirk Civic Hall, Southport Road, Ormskirk, L39 1LN
Newburgh Blacksmith Talk Wednesday, March 27, 7:30pm-10:30pm The Ormskirk & District Family History Society present the story of John Westhead, a blacksmith from Newburgh who was killed in action during World War One. All welcome - £1 donation requested from non-members, and refreshments available. Guide HQ, Moorgate, Ormskirk, L39 4RT
Briony Machin Ceramics, Cedar Farm, Back Lane, Mawdesley, L40 3SY
Gilbert & Sullivan Saturday, April 6, 7:30pm-10pm The Hoghton Players present The Seven Ages of Gilbert & Sullivan – an endearing look at the various stages of human life with plenty of solos, ensembles and choruses. Tickets £7 including refreshments, bookable on 07784 942127. Hesketh Bank Community Centre, Station Road, Hesketh Bank, PR4 6SQ
Lancashire’s Wild Places Wednesday, April 10, 7:30pm-9pm Lancashire Wildlife Trust present their latest talk from John Lamb, a fascinating insight into the wildest places in Lancashire and its flora & fauna. Tickets £4 for adults, £2 for children or £3 for Friends of Mere Sands Wood. Mere Sands Wood, Holmeswood Road, Rufford, L40 1TG
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Charnock Richard by Jess Phillips We arrived in Charnock Richard for our latest 5 ¼ mile walk on a cold, misty day, when the snow around us was just beginning to thaw and melt into sleet. These conditions made for an atmospheric endeavour indeed – especially with the ruins of the abandoned Camelot Theme Park rising above the treeline. Having parked up just off the A49 in Church Lane (Postcode PR7 5NA), we set off west, crossing the main road to head along Brook Lane. At the end of this lane you’ll come to a large set of gates leading to a farm – go through the small gate provided for public access and back onto the driveway. Note at this point that the public right of way has recently been changed. Head through the gate on the opposite side and go diagonally across the paddock, then down the narrow fenced-off pathway. The path bends into a sharp left culminating in a stile – cross this into a field. The snow made crossing the field a little tricky, but seeing tree branches emerge out of the fog made it feel like we were the only people left in the world – only the far-off traffic noise dictated otherwise! I was, however, very glad I’d brought my wellies.
Length of walk: 5.25 miles Difficulty: Medium Accessibility: Muddy in places with stiles to negotiate; some of which are a little wobbly. Some fields may contain livestock. One public footpath has been diverted.
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Diesel seems to be dying, and that’s a shame for a lot of people. There are a lot of good diesel-driven cars out there, and the scrapyard is where government leaders would like to see them. Therefore, it seems odd that automakers are still churning them out. Indeed, many of the car launches I go on include oil-burners. However, that’s not the case with Honda. The Japanese firm has committed itself to an electrified future and claims that by 2025 two-thirds of its European transactions could encompass electrified vehicles (EVs). The brand aims to usher in a full urban EV later next year, but its first step towards this new age is a
hybrid version of the CR-V. The model is in its fifthgeneration, and the hybrid powertrain is already housed within the Accord saloon in the United States. That means it’s a proven unit, so its debut in the CR-V over this side of the pond looks like a safe bet. The system is named Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD), and it facilitates a trio of drive settings. All-electric can be selected in EV Drive, but only for limited amounts of time, due to the minuscule 1kWh battery bundle. Hybrid Drive utilises the clout of the 2.0-litre petrol engine, which runs at low revs to run one of the Honda’s electric motors. This then produces the muscle used by the other
53 motor for momentum. Engine Drive shuts a clutch to allow the front axle to be propelled by the petrol motor, while the transmission is a single fixed ratio transmission. Both all-wheel drive and front-wheel
potholes well, but the heavy car does suffer from body roll in corners. Generally, it feels like a decent set-of-wheels, though, and that’s where most of its allure lies. The CR-V Hybrid’s 51.4mpg fuel efficiency
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So, in Hybrid Drive, the simplest way to understand how the Honda powertrain works is to imagine it being akin to a hydrogen fuel cell car – but, instead, it’s using petrol to produce a charge for the electric motor. The CR-V Hybrid favours EV Drive or Hybrid settings when it’s not on the motorway. This means the engine is either not running, or it’s just trickling power to the battery pack. But the best bit is that the Honda automatically sorts through its trio of modes depending on what your driving is like - and the changes are virtually flawless. If driven conservatively, the CR-V Hybrid is a hushed and comfy car. The cabin is refined, and the switchgear falls easily to hand. The paddles behind the tiller enable you to change the intensity of the energy recuperation system, as well. There’s also a Sport setting, which is meant to give a quicker throttle response – but its influence is minimal.
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