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July 2017
A peek at villages’
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‘ve recently returned from a short break to Holland, and what an eye-opener it was. Nothing to do with its well-documented ‘culture’ or anything like that. No, the most interesting thing was seeing how people on the move still have an insatiable appetite to be connected. Our trip took us across the North Sea - a seven hour journey into a data desert. But no sooner had everyone boarded when the kids made a made dash for ‘The Computer Room’. Even fully grown adults were prowling the deck, hunched low, looking for somewhere to plug in their phone chargers. And when we got to our destination, the kids pulled out enough extension cabling to power Glastonbury. Holidays used to be a time to switch off and forget about the day-to-day troubles. Perhaps that was because we were forced to. It wasn’t that long ago that any visitor to Spain could only access UK news via a handful of tabloids. They’d been shipped over for our delectation overnight and were plonked on sale for the not inconsiderable sum of 400 pesetas. That’s about £2 for out of date news. Costa Brava? Costa packet more like... Adults, including myself, are just as bad at being data junkies. That’s why I’ve recently taken some books out of the library, in a concerted effort to take my eyes away from my phone. Which is all great until I need to renew my loans, which can now be done super easy. Via a mobile app...
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Patients on the move Patients at a Tarleton GP’s surgery are bracing themselves for 12 months of upheaval. Dr Mark Hindle, of Viran Medical Centre, has had to give up his NHS contract after being served notice to vacate his practice building. It means that from July 1, Dr Hindle’s patients will be looked after by Beacon Primary Care from a medical grade temporary unit which will be located in the car park at Tarleton Health Centre. Health chiefs say it is a temporary measure for up to 12-18 months. There will be three consulting rooms available to be used in the mobile unit and enough space to accommodate 12 people in the waiting room.
A West Lancs Clinical Commissioning Group spokesman said: “Patients do not need to register with another practice at this stage. Dr Hindle’s practice remains open as normal until Friday, June 30, and patients will be able to continue to access services and re-order prescriptions in the usual way. They will also be able to continue to make future appointments for dates after June 30 through the practice reception, as they do currently. “The NHS does not own any premises in the Hesketh Bank area. We have considered a number of potential options for premises in Hesketh Bank, including providing a state of the art mobile medical unit on the car park of the community centre. “The other potential options were considered not to be viable for a number of reasons, including timescales, ensuring that premises would meet a suitable standard and issues around obtaining a secure NHS IT connection. We will continue to explore all the options for a permanent arrangement, working closely with the Patient Participation Group, patients and wider community.” Concerns have also been raised that local housing developments will put an even greater strain on public services in Hesketh Bank and Tarleton. The spokesman added: “We are aware of a number of housing developments being built, which could bring up to 200 new dwellings to the local area. This can place extra pressure on the social, physical and economic infrastructure which already exists in a certain area. There are number of government initiatives that are in place to support local areas growing in size thanks to additional housing developments. We will work with colleagues from Lancashire County Council and NHS Property Services to ensure that the local health system is robust enough to support the additional growth.”
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Moving tributes to girls Friends of Saffie Rose Roussos - the Tarleton schoolgirl killed in the Manchester bombing - have received support from pupils at neighbouring schools. Saffie, who was eight years old and went to Tarleton Community Primary, lost her life at the Ariana Grande concert in May. Her headteacher, Chris Upton, paid tribute, saying she was “simply a beautiful little girl in every aspect of the word”. Since the Manchester attrocity, staff and children at Hesketh & Becconsall All Saints and Tarleton Holy Trinity have sent cards and well-wishes to Saffie’s teachers and fellow pupils.
Along with floral tributes in Mark Square, ribbons have adorned the streets of Tarleton and Hesketh Bank. Tributes have also been paid to Georgina Callandar, 18, who was also from the area. Paul Sergeant, chairman of Hesketh Bank Parish Council, expressed his sadness and sympathy to all the families: “We especially remember our two local girls senselessly murdered.”
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Going upmarket A Mawdesley farmers’ market is set to get plush new surroundings. A planning application has been submitted to replace the existing building which houses the market at Cedar Farm, Back Lane, with a new, purpose-built space. It would include permanent market stalls, café and function space, a bar, a seating area with gallery above, kitchen areas, toilets and a delicatessen. The market would be similar to a development at Altrincham, Cheshire, which has been referenced
in papers lodged with Chorley Council: “The main walls will be clad in timber Yorkshire boarding and fibre cement sheets are proposed for the roof. The new layout has an additional mezzanine inserted. The proposed market hall will retain a link to the adjacent ‘Art at Cedar Farm’ building and a servery hatch to the coffee shop. The mezzanine level offers additional gallery seating with a balcony overlooking the café space below and back-ofhouse rooms including wash rooms and stores.” A decision is due by mid July.
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Motorists warned Highways chiefs are asking drivers to leave more time for their journeys due to work starting soon on the A59 between Ormskirk and Burscough. Contractors for housing developer Taylor Wimpey have now begun work on improvements to roads and sewers on High Lane. The work, which lasts another 8 weeks, has been agreed as part of planning permission for the new Highgrove Park housing development. Two-way temporary lights will be in place throughout to allow for a range of improvements, including the creation of two pedestrian islands in the middle of the road to make it safer for people to cross, and work to upgrade the sewer beneath High Lane.
Planning Matters Burscough 2 Millstone Court: Conversion of the garage space to habitable accommodation (ref: 2017/0475/FUL). Hesketh Bank 72 Becconsall Lane: Front porch and extension to existing garage to convert to office space and replace existing flat roof with a new pitched roof. (ref: 017/0532/FUL). Newburgh Newburgh CE Primary School. Back Lane: Erection of new mobile classroom (ref: 2017/0430/FUL). For more information on these plans, visit www.westlancs.gov.uk
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New chapter for libraries Two local libraries are set to have their future secured despite being given the chop last year. Talks are taking place over the facilities at Burscough and Parbold after Conservatives won the county council elections in May. They had stood on a manifesto platform of reopening libraries which had been shut by the previous Labour administration. Parbold Library was mothballed last September, while Burscough Library’s doors have remained
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What’s the story? A community organisation is desperately seeking new members to secure its future. Creative Writing Group, which meets at Tarleton Library, has experienced a drop-off due to illness. It now needs new recruits to continue being viable. Group member Anne Wynne-Jones said: “We don’t want people to be put off by thinking that, if they join us, they will have to produce a novel or story worthy of instant publication. “We believe in starting small and developing ideas. In this way, we have each managed to have a stab at all sorts of things! The weekly challenges, given for homework, can be met in whichever way the individual feels appropriate. One member is fond of
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Give your views Residents who want to give their views on listed agenda items for the West Lancs Corporate & Environmental Overview & Scrutiny Committee are being urged to contact officers soon. The agenda will be published at www.westlancs.gov.uk in the week preceding the meeting on Thursday, July 13. To request to speak, members of the public must contact WLBC’s Member Services department by 5pm on Thursday, July 6, via member.services@ westlancs.gov.uk or write to Member Services, West Lancashire Borough Council, 52 Derby Street, Ormskirk, L39 2DF.
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Homes bid refused Councillors have refused permission to build homes on a Parbold pub car park. Landlord of the Railway, Adam Haigh, was knocked back despite convincing the council’s own planning department officials. A report into the plan, which sought to building two detached homes, said it complied with national and local planning policies. The report explained that Parbold Parish Council and the West Lancashire Conservation Area Advisory Panel objected to the proposal. Eight representations had also been received from local residents. One of the concerns raised related to fears of flooding in the area. However, officers
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This month’s Class from the Past is from St John’s CE, Burscough It’s believed this photo was taken in the mid 1980s. Maybe you can spot a familiar
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Here are eight things everybody should know about glandular fever... You don’t just catch it from kissing It may be commonly known as the ‘kissing disease’, but that doesn’t mean you only catch it from locking lips with somebody who’s infected. “It’s mainly spread through saliva, so kissing, coughing, sneezing, and sharing a glass or cutlery, are the easiest ways to catch the virus,” says Dr Louise Read, a GP and advisor to Dr Morton’s - the medical helpline.
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The fatigue can linger “The tiredness associated with glandular fever can last for several months. Up to 50% of people with glandular fever can feel like this. Frustratingly, the reasons for this are not known,” says Read. “It affects people in different ways; teenagers often
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31 due to a greater risk of liver damage while your body’s fighting the infection. But you probably won’t need a prescription “Antibiotics are usually not needed,” says Read, as they’re used to treat bacterial infections, not viruses. However, if you develop a secondary problem such as a bacterial throat or lung infection, they may be required. Paracetamol and ibuprofen can help relieve pain and fever, and gargling with a warm salt-water solution can help sore throats. “Infections like pneumonia are recognised complications, but are fairly rare,” says Read. Other serious complications can occur “About half of people with glandular fever get a swollen spleen, while one in 750 will end up in hospital with a ruptured (burst) spleen,” says Read. “For this reason, people are advised to avoid strenuous exercise for three to four weeks until their spleen has returned to normal size. Other complications, like problems with the nerves, are
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The Comedy of Errors
Tuesday, May 9 – Saturday, Sept 2, 9am – 5pm
Sunday, July 2, 3.30pm – 5.45pm
Following his successful exhibition in Kirkby Gallery in 2015, Willy Russell is returning this time to show an entirely new side to his creative portfolio.
Open Air Theatre, Illyria present The Comedy of Errors. Performed in the beautiful setting of Edge Hill University’s Rock Garden (behind the Arts Centre). Dress for the weather both rain or shine, and bring a low-backed chair or rug to sit on – and a bring a picnic too if you wish. The event is wheelchair accessible. £15 / £13 / £5 EHU students.
The Kirkby Centre, Norwich Way, Kirkby, Knowsley, L32 8XY. Contact: tina.ball@knowsley.gov.uk
Formby Vintage & Craft Fair Saturday, July 1 & Saturday, August 5, 10am – 4pm Over 30 stalls, of vintage; local craft, antiques & collectables. In the heart of beautiful Formby. Holy Trinity Church Hall, Rosemary Lane, Formby, L37 3HA. Contact: formbyvintageandcraftfair1@ gmail.com
Westhead Carnival Saturday, July 1, 12.30pm Westhead Carnival is a fantastic afternoon out for all the family. There are lots of traditional rides for the kids, loads of craft stalls, and a whole lot more. School Lane Westhead L40 6HL. Contact: 07764233311 or 07540129677
Farmers Market Saturday, July 1 & August 5, 10am – 4pm Cedar Farm’s Farmers Market offers a huge range of local produce. Make a day of it and enjoy lunch at the Cedar Farm Cafe. Free parking! Cedar Farm, Back Lane, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 3SY. Contact: mel.gaskell@gmail.com
The Arts Centre, Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP. Contact: boxoffice@ edgehill.ac.uk
Ormskirk Tennis Festival Saturday, July 8, 11am – 4pm Come and have a go at tennis and find out how you can get involved in the sport. There will be a variety of tennis themed activities as well as music, entertainment and stalls from local community groups and organisations. This event is free. Coronation Park, Park Road, Ormskirk, L39 3BY. Contact: beacon.park@westlancs.gov.uk
Parbold Village Show Saturday, July 8, 1pm – 5.30pm This year’s theme is ‘Down on the Farm’ and there will some fantastic activities for all the family. There will be rare breeds of animals, donkey rides, birds of prey, bouncy castles, fair rides and lots of musical entertainment. There is also a variety of food available throughout the day. Alder Lane Playing Fields, Alder Lane, Parbold, WN8 7NL. Contact: parboldonline.info
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Monday, Bingo Quiz Night A new twist to our popular quiz night with big prizes every week
Ormskirk Civic Hall, Southport Rd, Ormskirk L39 1LN. Contact: 01695 576607
Wednesday, Steak Night 2 steaks & bottle of wine £25 Fizz and Fish Friday Special fish menu available also, Prosecco £12.95 all night Live Acoustic Music Every Friday & Saturday night From 8.30 Sunday, Roasts from £8.95 Roast Sharing Platter from £17.95 Monthly Open Mic Night on the last Thursday of each month Special offers on food & drink Food served all day Breakfast available weekends 9.30am ‘til 12pm
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Farmers Market
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Sunday, July 16 & August 20, 10am – 2pm
Saturday, July 22, 6pm – 9pm
Farmers and growers are joined by bakers, confectioners and craftsmen and women to make it a great day out.
Join the Handlebards all-female troupe in the beautiful grounds of Rufford Old Hall for a bicyclepowered production of a Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ like no other. Expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter.
Hoghton Tower, Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Preston, PR5 0SH. Contact: 01254852986
Rufford Old Hall, 200 Liverpool Rd, Rufford, Ormskirk L40 1SG. Contact: 01704 821254
Jacqui’s Rhythm Katz Sunday, July 16 and Sunday, August 20, 8pm Jacqui’s Rhythm Katz is a nine piece swing and jazz band with a horn section, rhythm section, and female and male vocalists. The band plays a wide variety of favourite tunes from the swing era, Latin American, pop and modern classics. Briars Hall Barn, Briars Lane, Lathom Ormskirk, L40 5TH. Contact: 07710756894.
Music on The Green Saturday, July 22, 7pm – 11pm An open air ‘Live’ music night with Exceptional live covers band ‘Doolittle’ - a magical journey through timeless ‘Rock and Pop’. The Beatles, Elvis, The Stones, Kinks, Bowie, Clash, Tom Petty, Police, Oasis, Kings of Leon and more. Bring along gazebos, tables & chairs, plus food and drink. Tickets £8 available from Mawdesley Spar or pay on the gate. Mawdesley Millennium Green, Hurst Green, Mawdesley, L40 2QT. Contact: 01704 822550 or 07870 428953
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Pride and Prejudice
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Friday, July 28, 7.30pm
Saturday, August 5, 1pm – 5pm
Brought to life by award winning writer Laura Tuner, this brand-new adaptation celebrates the 200th Anniversary of Jane Austen’s death, and promises to be the most splendid evening of the summer.
Come along and enjoy a range of fun and creative activities and attractions guaranteed to boost your mood and improve your wellbeing.
The Attkinson, Lord Street, Southport PR8 1DB. Contact: 01704 533 333
Gingerbread Festival Saturday, July 29, 10am – 3pm Come along and pick up some treats in the general market in Ormskirk Town Centre plus special markets and vintage crafts.
Court Hey Park, Gladstone Field, Roby Road, Huyton, Knowsley, L16 3NA.
Pride and Prejudice Sunday, August 6, 7pm – 9.30pm Brought to life by award winning writer Laura Tuner, this brand-new adaptation promises to be the most splendid evening of the summer.
Ormskirk Town Centre, Ormskirk, L39 2XN.
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Tuesday, August 1 – Saturday, August 12 (Excluding August 6 & 7)
Saturday, August 12 – Sunday, August 13
Commemorating the tremendous contribution of the people of Britain to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Over 300 actors, dancers and singers bring letters, diaries and histories of Victorian Britain to life. Enjoy the pre-show Country Fair with dancing, crafts, races, games and an oldtime photo studio. Tickets are free.
Classic vintage, collectibles, retro wares, quirky handmade, fine foods and delectable cuisine. A pop up cocktail bar, live music, entertainers and more! Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, PR5 0SH. Contact: craftyvintage.com/book-now
Southport Flower Show
The Pageant Theatre, Temple Way, Chorley, PR6 9AF. Contact: ldsbritishpageant.co.uk
Thursday, August 17 – Saturday, August 20
Welly Walk
Southport Flower Show, Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX. Email: info@southportflowershow.co.uk
Thursday, August 3, 10am – 11.30am
The Curious Garden - through a twist, a turn and a secret door, what surprises will you discover?
Wiggle with the worms as you search the sea edge for jiggly jelly fish and their friends. Thanks to Lancashire Wildlife Trust for running this event in partnership with National Trust. Wellies or Jellies essential ! Ideal for 4 to 8 year olds. Tickets £3.00 per child, normal admission charges apply.
Wind in the Willows
National Trust, Victoria Road, Formby, L37 1LJ. Contact: 01704 874949
Botany Bay, Canal Mill, Botany Brow, Lancashire PR6 9AF. Contact: 01254 852 986
Sunday, August 20, 3pm – 5pm Alive with music and song, this magical family show is presented in beautiful traditional costume and features a woodland parade during the interval!
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By Jeananne Craig
Family first at
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They’ll make their feelings known, loud and clear - which means product tasting sessions at baby food brand Ella’s Kitchen can get pretty messy. “If they love it, you can really tell. And if they don’t like it, they’ll throw it on the floor or the walls,” says Paul Lindley, who founded the organic firm in 2006 as an alternative to the “invariably orange” and not very eye-catching jars of baby food available when his own daughter, Ella, was small. With its handy pouches and colourful, quirky packaging, the small start-up proved a hit with parents and little ones, and is now the biggest baby food business in the UK and sold in 40 countries. Now, the fourth Ella’s Kitchen book - The Easy Family Cookbook - has hit the shelves. A collection of recipes from a company best known for preprepared food might sound like a contradiction, but Lindley insists it’s all about striking a balance. “We never say you should have Ella’s Kitchen and nothing else. In fact we know most of our customers do a mix. They have home-made food and on occasion, whether things are running late or they’re running low in the cupboard, or whatever, then there’s an alternative they can trust.” The book includes all sorts of colourful recipes, from dunkable cheesy broccoli fritters and sunset jerk chicken, to seaside fish with creamy corn dip and sticky sesame bananas. But there’s just as much emphasis on eating together and making mealtime fun as there is on flavour and nourishment, with ‘Can I help?’ tips on how young children can get stuck into the cooking, and games to play. “If you involve children in food, however old they are, they’re more likely to eat it. Even if it’s, ‘Let’s make a shopping list together’, or, ‘Let’s find it in the
46 shop together’. Even just stirring, they’re involved in the process,” says Lindley. It is important that you find the time, not only for your own memories and family time, but actually for your child’s development and social skills, to eat together.” Fancy trying some new recipes with your family? Here are two from The Easy Family Cookbook to have a go with... Ella’s Kitchen: The Easy Family Cookbook is published by Hamlyn, priced £14.99. A traditional ‘Great British Pub’, serving a wide range of real ales; premium lagers and stouts; fine wines and spirits – including a range of malt whiskies Sample country Inn dining at its best. Fresh food, locally sourced, much from premium local specialist suppliers, prepared on the premises by a resident team of local chefs, supplementing a core menu of British staple foods with specials that really are special. Food served all day – til 9pm (8pm on Sundays); Booking advisable Or simply relax and enjoy one of our Barrista coffees prepared from locally roasted beans in a cozy environment with real fires and log-burning stoves.
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Rainbow Lamb & Couscous Salad
Serves 4 Ingredients 60g couscous 4tbsp flaked almonds (optional) 1tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, peeled and cut into ribbons or coarsely grated 1 courgette, cut into ribbons or coarsely grated 175g leftover roast lamb (or other roast meat), cut into thin strips 4 radishes, thinly sliced 6 ready-to-eat dried dates, roughly chopped A handful of chopped mint A handful of chopped coriander For the dressing:
Method Put the couscous in a bowl, pour in just-boiled water to cover, put a plate on top and leave for five minutes to absorb the water and until the grains are tender. Fluff up with a fork. Meanwhile, mix together all the ingredients for the dressing, adding the cumin seeds, if using, and set aside. Toast the almonds, if using, in a large, dry frying pan for two minutes, or until starting to turn golden. Chop finely for young children. Heat a splash of oil in the frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and fry for five minutes, until soft. Stir in the carrots, courgette and lamb and heat for five minutes.
3tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Tip into the bowl with the couscous, add the radishes, dates and herbs and combine gently.
Finely grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
Pour over the dressing and combine again.
1 garlic clove, crushed
Sprinkle with the almonds, if using, and serve warm or at room temperature.
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Carnival Curry & Sunshine Rice
Method Serves 4 Ingredients 1 onion, coarsely grated 2 large garlic cloves, coarsely grated 2.5cm piece of fresh root ginger, peeled and grated 1tsp mild cayenne pepper 400g diced chicken breast 200g brown basmati rice 2tsp turmeric 2tbsp coconut or sunflower oil 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 200g peeled and deseeded butternut squash, cut into bite-sized chunks 200ml coconut milk 200ml reduced-salt chicken stock 1 heaped tbsp tomato puree Juice of 1 lime A handful of chopped coriander leaves (optional) Green vegetables, to serve
Mix half the onion, half the garlic, half the ginger and the cayenne in a shallow dish. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover with clingfilm and marinate in the fridge for one hour. Put the rice in a saucepan and cover with 400ml of water. Bring to the boil, stir in half the turmeric, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Leave the rice to stand for five minutes. Meanwhile, make the curry. Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the remaining onion, garlic and ginger, and the red pepper, cover with a lid and cook for five minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the squash, coconut milk, stock, tomato puree, lime juice and remaining turmeric and cook for five minutes, stirring. Add the chicken and the marinade and cook for five minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Serve sprinkled with coriander, if using, and with the yellow rice and green veggies. If the grown-ups fancy more chilli heat, separate out the little portions, then stir through half to one teaspoon more cayenne pepper, just before plating up for adults.
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erhaps the biggest advantage of walking over other means of transport is that it allows - nay forces - you to re-evaluate any firmly-held preconceptions about an area. I’m not ashamed to say that, having spent three years at university in Preston, I had a few, mostly involving rain, urban sprawl and traffic jams. This, I realise now, was entirely my own fault, because if I’d ventured further than just the well-worn path between the train station and the uni’s Greenbank Building, where scribes of the future learn how to write ironic and witty prose, then I’d have spent the last 15 years being much more positive about the place. For instance, I never realised just how stunning Avenham Park is, or how the River Ribble has an
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almost European feel. But more of that later. We started our walk just outside the city boundary in Penwortham, at the free car park on Hill Road (PR1 9XH). At this point, it’s worth noting that if you fancy cycling this route, then that is also an option, as it consists of an excellent network of paths. Turn right out of the car park and then almost immediately turn right again down Valley Road. After a few minutes it bears off to the right. Keep right and head up to the bridge which goes over the A582. From the bridge, simply head straight on until you can see a main road in front of you. This is the B5254 Leyland Road. Cross the road and after a minute or so, you’ll come to a sharp left, Holme Road. This is a straight track and the place
50 where you’ll get the first glimpse of the Ribble. It’s tempting to start snapping straight away but trust me, there’ll be plenty of better opportunities later on. Eventually, you’ll meet the A59 Liverpool Road. Turn right and head over the river. This is the point you start to appreciate just how wide and tidal the Ribble is. At the time we visited, in the early afternoon, the tide was out so the rock bed was very visible. Once across, turn right onto Broadgate. If, like me, you are a sucker for architecture, then this is the stretch for you. Built at a time of great prosperity for Preston, it offered the burgeoning, new middle classes views of the river but that doesn’t mean they skimped on the detail. The fantastic Georgian properties have been retained pretty much in their original state, and the area as a whole is all the better for it. It’s not hard to imagine what it was like down here 120 years ago. Carry on along Broadgate until you come to the next bridge, and head back over. This particular crossing is, if you have a bit of time, an opportunity to get really arty with your camera. The cobbles and old-style street lamps, with the spire of Penwortham Methodist Church in the near distance, mean this is
crying out to be used as a location for one of those BBC period dramas. Back on the south side of the Ribble, we turn left and stride down Riverside Road. Again, there are some fine examples of period property in this part, before it transforms into a river side pathway. Almost immediately, the splendid North Union Railway Bridge viaduct comes into view. Built between 1835 and 1838, these days it carries West Coast Main Line trains. Amazing to believe that 177 years after coming into operation, this bridge is still an integral part of our transport system, as well as being of significant architectural merit. Our next crossing point takes us to yet another old bridge, one which has been closed since 1972. The East Lancs Railway Bridge ran to Bamber Bridge, but now allows pedestrians and cyclists across. Before you get onto it though, you have to go underneath it, bear right and then follow the path back on yourself by going up the banking. Once on the bridge, the original barriers between rail and pedestrian sides are still there and, again, you are afforded excellent views We now find ourselves at Avenham Park/Miller Park, which melt into each other. I can’t help thinking that Prestonians are being canny in not broadcasting
51 this too much to the outside world. It is, without doubt, one of the most regal parks I have ever seen. At times, it feels like you are in a National Trust property. Designed and built in the 1860s, it’s an English Heritage Grade II listed attraction boasting a number of historical structures, as well as a lovely Japanese Garden. There’s also a modern cafe, where we stopped for a cappuccino (£2.30) and a bag of crisps (£1.20). I could write pages about the park, but nothing does it justice more than seeing it in real life. Heading eastwards, we walk down the tree-lined path towards the Old Tram Bridge. This isn’t, in fact, the original Tram Bridge, but a concrete replica of the wooden bridge which was pulled down in the 1960s. In its heyday, the bridge was used to transport coal and other goods from Walton Summit. These goods were then loaded on to barges and sent to Lancaster and Kendal. With all this, it’s easy to overlook the river itself. Apparently, it is an incredibly important waterway for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The first Mormon baptisms took place in the Ribble in 1837 and, to this day Preston remains the home of the oldest branch of Mormons anywhere in the world. Once over the bridge, it’s a dead straight path until you get about 10-15 minutes in (depending on your walking speed) when you veer off right down Factory Lane. This snakes south-westwards until you get to a gate. At this point, turn right, following the sign for Penwortham. This takes you underneath the West Coast Mainline and eventually brings you out on the B5254 opposite Penwortham Fire Station. Turn left, going past the church on your left and the petrol station on your right until you get to a mini roundabout. Ahead, you’ll see the entrance for Middleforth Green park. Follow the path across until you get to the main road (Marshalls Brow). Turn right and then make a left at Hill Road South. You’ll pass a primary school on your left and then, across the road, there’s a path which connects to Hill Road across the A582. Once over, it’s only a
matter of minutes before you’re back at the car park. There is much to commend this four mile walk. The history, the architecture, the landscape and the fact that half way round there is the chance for a cuppa. Whether you tackle this walk by foot or bicycle, it’ll give you a new perspective on the North West’s newest city. I spent three hours there and not only did the rain stay off, but I saw no urban sprawl or any traffic jams. Preston, my old sparring partner, you did yourself proud today...
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Ford’s Grand C-Max is a car designed to carry up to seven people safely and comfortably. It’s got all the things that make life easier. Things such as sliding rear doors that mean the children can get in or out without bashing the doors on walls or other cars. What’s more, the Grand C-Max is roomy inside, with a smart set-up that enables the centre chair in the second row to fold beneath one of the other seats, leaving a space to walk through. I should add, the Grand C-Max Ford loaned me was the Titanium X 2.0 TDCi 150PS Powershift. Basically, I was handed the top of the range version - the one with all the bells and whistles. However, whether you get the entry level or the top level Grand C-Max, its function is the same – it’s a car that’ll hold lots of people. Granted, the third row of seats are tucked away for most of the time in the boot floor, and even though they’re only for kids, they’re still very handy. There’s also a ‘normal’ Ford C-Max, which is a spacious five-seater - so don’t
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feel you must go for the ‘Grand’ version. On test, I didn’t need to use the third row all that much, so the two spare seats often remained where they were. This was no bad thing, as without the third tier of seats in operation, the boot stays big. With the seats up, the load area is only good for about three bags of shopping, but with them down, you can knock yourself out filling it up. Not literally, you understand. Standard equipment on the Ford Grand C-Max is generous. It includes Ford’s Quickclear windscreen, sports-style seats, air conditioning and DAB radio. Upgrade to the flagship Titanium X trim and you get a panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlights, a partial leather interior, heated front seats, dualzone climate control, rear parking sensors, and keyless start and entry. There’s also Ford’s Sync 3 infotainment system, with an easy-to-read eight-
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