Live it Local NovDec15

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LiveitLocal CLAREMONT & SOUTH SWINTON

ISSUE 14 | NOV - DEC 2015 | FREE

Whats On Festive Activities Christmas Fitness

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Champagne Bar Champagne Cocktails Cocktails Draft Beer Spirits

Monday to Thurdays 5-9pm

2 for £10 on selected Cocktails

Fridays

1/2 price Prosecco at £11 • £10 off Champagne at £20 Event Space available for Parties & Business Functions Mon to Fri 5pm-12am • Saturday 12pm-12am • Sunday 12pm-11pm

209-211 Monton Road • Monton • M30 9PN

Tel: 0161 312 9648

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Welcome This year has flown so fast and Christmas is just around the corner. It’s a great time of year with lots of festive activities taking place, but also a time to think about those less fortunate than us.

This issue we feature local charities that need our help to make Christmas special for others, local restaurants where we can celebrate with friends and family, plus health & beauty tips to get us ready for the party season!

Read all about St. Ambrose Barlow in our gruesome history article and don’t forget to enter our competition to win a night out for two at Enoteca in Monton.

We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and New Year.....and we will catch up again in 2016!

Susie

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Pride in Lleyton Party Appeal for local help for the last Niemann-Pick Christmas Party

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Wood Street Mission Support local children in need

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Key 103: Cash for Kids Mission Christmas Toy Appeal

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Top Tips for Christmas Enhancing your Christmas Lunch!

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Fit for Winter How to boost your energy levels

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Competition Win a night out at Enoteca, Monton

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Editor

Which Hair Product?

Product advice for all hair types

Live it Local is published by Zig Zag Ventures, an independent publisher.

Advertising in association with Angel Media Printed by: Tangent Print Services The contents of this magazine may not be reprinted or reproduced without the express permission of the Publisher.

Views expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of the Publisher.

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Light up a Life Candlelit service at St Ann’s Hospice

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Christmas in Monton Keep your Christmas shopping local

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St. Ambrose Barlow Hanged, drawn and quartered!

CONTACT US...

For all enquiries:-

Susie: 0161 790 2504 | sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk

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What’s On

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Salford Foodbank Appeal

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Allotment Update

For advertising only:-

Louise: 07890 268167 | info@onourdoorstep.co.uk

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Community News

Pride in Lleyton Appeal

THE LAST NIEMANN-PICK UK CHRISTMAS PARTY #makingmemories

Star Guest Coleen Nolan with Lleyton Saturday 5th December 2015, 11am to 3pm.

Can we make this the party to end all parties?

This will be the last party for the group.

We have already had a really good response to this year’s party and the bulk of what we needed was pledged on the day at last year’s party 2014.

However, we do still need some items to finish it off (if it not listed and you think you have something we would like, please get in touch).

We are also trying to get a few superheroes to perform a dance routine for the children. We have 1 volunteer who is looking for 4 to 5 others to join them - are you up for it ?

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Help from local businesses with the following items would be hugely appreciated:n n n n n n n n n n n

Face Painter Someone to tow Santa’s Sleigh Photographer Super Hero Outfits (Qty: 5 to 6) Table Balloons Nibbles (Nuts, Crisps & Popcorn) 5 or 6 Dancers Santa’s Helpers Cupcakes Maybe a celeb or two?

Low rate hotel accommodation for families visiting from across the UK.

If you can help, please contact Gayle at lleyton@hotmail.co.uk

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LADIES LUNCH Thursday 17th December

Come along to the Marriott Worsley Park and leave your partners at home with the children, come and take a little time out for yourselves before the festive rush.

The Dining Rooms at Worsley Park is hosting a Ladies Lunch on Thursday 17th December 2015

ÂŁ25 per person includeds a 3 course meal and a glass of Prosecco Served between 12pm and 2pm Bring the girls and relax We look forward to seeing you soon Bookings essential To book call 0161 9752000 or Email lianne.harrison@marriotthotels.com

Worsley Park, Marriott Hotel & Country Club @WorsleyPark

Marriott Worsley Park Walkden Road Manchester, M28 2QT 0161 975 2000

Terms and conditions apply, no discounts available on this offer

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Local Business Feature

Relax with a

Christmas Carvery

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The Dining Rooms

Take time to relax and enjoy our famous Sunday Carvery lunch. Meet friends and family in the Dining Rooms and enjoy a festive feast with crackers and all!

Our 4-course carvery lunch is served with a selection of meat and fish platters and salads to start, followed by a choice of two homemade seasonal soups. For your main course enjoy a choice of two carved meats, fish and vegetarian dishes with all the traditional trimmings. Don’t forget to leave plenty of room for our delicious homemade dessert selection!

The Christmas Carvery is available every Sunday in December, bookings taken between 1-3pm. £25 for adults, £13.50 for children.

On Sunday 20th December we our hosting a special Santa Lunch!

Bring the whole family along, with lunch being served at 12 noon, the famous Children’s entertainer Louby Lou at 1pm followed by a special visit from Santa. Each Child will receive a gift from Santa.

And after Christmas....

Boxing Day Carvery Lunch, Saturday, 26th December 2015 Relax after the Christmas rush and enjoy a gourmet lunch with friends and family. £50 per adult, £25.00 under 11s, £10 under 3s.

Worsley Park, A Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Worsley, M28 2QT | T: 0161 975 2000 | MarriottWorsleyPark.co.uk

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Community News

SUPPORT LOCAL CHILDREN IN NEED AT CHRISTMAS Christmas should be about more than survival. But for one in three local children whose families struggle on a day-to-day basis to make ends meet, it is just that.

We want to ensure all children can join in the fun and festivities by giving families on a low income food and toys to help with the expense of the season.

In 2014 we helped over 2,000 families and 4,500 children at Christmas time and this year we expect the numbers referred to us for help to grow.

Help our Christmas Appeal by donating non-perishable food, treats, and new toys suitable to give as presents to children up to the age of 12.

Our van is collecting Christmas donations from homes, offices and churches around Salford from now up until Friday 11th December.

Call 0161 834 3140 to arrange a collection or find out more at www.woodstreetmission.org.uk.

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Come and join us over the Festive period!

CHRISTMAS PARTY MENU

Lunch: 2 courses £14.95 | 3 Courses £18.95 Dinner: 2 courses £17.95 | 3 Courses £24.95 * Book by 15th November for 6 or more between 30th November-13th December and receive 1 bottle of Prosecco per 6 guests * Bookings for 30th November-13th December will receive 20% off the total food bill

CHRISTMAS DAY & NEW YEAR’S EVE SET MENUS

Tel: 0161

794 5444

17­ 21 Barton Road, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2PD www.georgesworsley.co.uk

BRIDGEWATER SCHOOL Where individuals count

Senior School Entrance Exam 29th January 2016 Take a closer look at Bridgewater School

It’s more accessible than you think

www.bridgewater-school.co.uk Bridgewater School, Drywood Hall,Worsley, M28 2WQ | Tel: 0161 794 1463 VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.UK

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Community News

Mission Christmas 2015 The statistics are still standing. 1 in 3 children are living in severe poverty in Greater Manchester.

This means there are children going to bed without a hot meal in a house without central heating. As Christmas approaches, 150,000 children in our city will not have a present to open on Christmas Day. Key 103’s Cash for Kids Mission Christmas looks to brighten Christmas for these children by asking you to buy an extra present when doing your Christmas shopping.

Last year, Manchester took the appeal by storm as 2,000 businesses and 300 schools across the city signed up to support our campaign. We smashed our target to raise £1.6m worth

of toys and delivered presents to over 68,683 children across Manchester. The support and generosity of the people of Manchester was overwhelming, and we are asking for your help again this year as we are even more determined to help local children and ensure as many of them as possible in Greater Manchester wake up to a present this Christmas.

Mission Christmas will NOT change the poverty statistics for our city BUT Mission Christmas WILL make a difference to so many families on Christmas Day. Appeal Launch: Mon 16th November Last Donation Date: Tues 22nd December

www.key103.co.uk/charity

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Once Upon a Time at Christmas, in Eccles...

Look out for a programme of events in Eccles Shopping Centre over the next few weeks. DO come and join us!

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON Saturday, November 21st, 2015

+ Extended Christmas Market with food, gifts & entertainment + Regular Indoor + Farmers and Craft Market + Teenage Market + Santa’s Grotto - New for 2015! + Once Upon a Time Parade + Wonderful display in Eccles Community Art Gallery + Giveaways for Children + Monton Voices + Hook a snowman! + and much more…

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Saturdays: November 21 t & 28 December 5th, 12th & 19th + Extended Christmas Market with food, gifts & entertainment + Regular Indoor Market + Entertainment + Santa’s Grotto + Wonderful display in Eccles Community Art Gallery + Giveaways for Children + plus more activities being planned!

Check our Facebook page for more details.

EcclesShoppingCentreEccles @ ecclesmall

Tel: 0161 707 3058

Last Minute Christmas Shopping Market Saturday, 19th December, 2015

If you haven’t finished your shopping by now. - it’s not too late! You’ll find: + Extended Christmas Market with food, gifts & entertainment + Regular Indoor + Farmers & Craft Market + Teenage Market + Santa’s Grotto + Wonderful display in Eccles Community Art Gallery + Giveaways for Children + and much more...

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Get Ready for Christmas Parties!

Weight Loss & Fitness in one class All ages , all abilities

We all want to look our best for party season. There are two Forever Living kits (aloe based products) that can help you “tone‐up” quickly.

Forever C9 Cleanse Look better and feel great in JUST 9 days with this expertly‐devised cleansing plan. Designed to kick‐ start and cleanse your body, this provides the perfect starting point for transforming your diet and itness habits. Plus you will lose inches and pounds!

Forever Body Toning Kit

Aerobics, Pilates, Kettle Blast & Interval classes.

New! Metabolic Effect Training Programme Classes held in Worsley, Boothstown, Walkden Swinton, Farnworth, Radcliffe, Bolton & Kearsley!

Call Julie: 01942 884114 07446 232011

Now available

This is perfect if you just want to feel toned, trim and tighten the skin, whilst minimising the look of cellulite. It includes a home body wrap with herbal complexes and natural warming agents that help stimulate circulation and cleanse the skin, breaking up trapped luid.

Both available to order at Juliesweigh2fitness

For more information on products or becoming a distributor, contact Julie:‐

www.juliesweigh2fitness.co.uk

Email: juliesandland@live.co.uk Tel: 07446 232011

Monsters Away!

Put an end to those sleepless nights...

A local parent has devised a clever kit that may be the solution to your child’s fear of monsters at bedtime...

As parents we’ve all had our little ones climb into our bed in the small hours due to Monsters in their rooms. Trying to sleep next to a wriggling child is next to impossible and morning comes around all too quickly.

Fear not! Monsters Away have created this ingenious kit, to help your child (and you!) get a sound night’s sleep. Consisting of an illustrated story book, a Monsters Away spray and gift tag, neatly packaged in an organza bag - pink for girls and blue for boys.

Mum or Dad read the story with their little one at bedtime, then follow the instructions given by the book’s character to keep the Monsters Away. The result is a peaceful night’s sleep for all!

Take advantage of the special Introductory Launch price of £9.99 (plus £2.00 p&p)

To order, visit 12 LIVE IT LOCAL

Monsters Away

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Christmas Feature

From Grenache With Love

Top tips for

Christmas This festive season, why not use a helping hand from Chef/ Proprietor Mike Jennings.

Mike has been working since September on some beautifully bespoke products straight from the kitchen at Grenache for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home this Christmas time!

For a few tips to ensure you have a perfect Christmas dinner, who better to ask than Chef-Proprietor, Mike Jennings, of multi-award winning, fine dining restaurant...Grenache! d Don’t forget to let your turkey rest after cooking for that juicy finish to the meat. REMEMBER, it takes 40 mins for every KG as a rule and don’t forget to baste for that wonderful golden finish. d Try our ‘Roasted Garlic, Rosemary & Pink Peppercorn Oil’ over the top of your roasties for that added herby finish. d Cranberry sauce is a massive part of your traditional Turkey dinner. We’re using foraged English cranberries this year.

Remember to make it early to enhance the flavour!

From Homemade Oils to Chutneys, Cheese Hampers to Vanilla Infused Whisky...

Contact Karen to enquire about our Christmas gift range at

info@grenacherestaurant.co.uk

d Make the most amazing Turkey gravy by straining off all of the bird’s juices into a pan, add a splash of port, with a little bit or corn flour and some cold water. Job done!

Mike Jennings, Grenache

Grenache Indulge with us this Christmas!

CHRISTMAS PARTY BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN Lunch: 2 Courses £15.95 ~ 3 Courses £21.95 Dinner: 2 Courses £18.95 ~ 3 Courses £24.95

FREE bottle of Prosecco for tables of 8 or more • FREE mince pies for everyone!

MICHELIN RECOMMENDED 2016 • 2 AA ROSETTES 2015/16 • TASTE OF SALFORD WINNERS 2011-15

Tel: 0161 799 8181 www.grenacherestaurant.co.uk

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Email: info@grenacherestaurant.co.uk for reservations 15 Bridgewater Road, Walkden, Worsley, M28 3JE VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.UK

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SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER 2015* JOIN US IN VICTORIA SQUARE, WALKDEN TOWN CENTRE AS WE CELEBRATE THE EXCITEMENT OF THE FESTIVE SEASON ARRIVING WITH OUR FABULOUS CHRISTMAS EVENT. THE FUN BEGINS AT 10AM WITH THE OPENING OF OUR SANTA’S GROTTO. YOUR DAY WILL BE FILLED WITH JOYFUL SEASONAL ACTIVITIES OF MUSIC, MOVIES, SPORTS, CRAFT FAIR, MULLED WINE, CHILDREN’S RIDES, CHILDREN’S CRAFTS AND THE WONDERFUL FESTIVE SOUNDS OF BRASS BANDS AND CHOIRS.

WE MAY SURPRISE YOU WITH A SPECIAL GUEST TOO! *SANTA’S GROTTO OPENS ON THIS DAY AND WILL BE OPEN EVERY WEEKEND UNTIL CHRISTMAS EVE

KEEP CHECKING FACEBOOK AND TWITTER FOR MORE NEWS ON THE BIG EVENT!

Walkden Town Centre

@WalkdenTownCent

www.walkdentowncentre.co.uk

Contemporary Traditional Designs

Handmade Modern Artwork And for Christmas...

We stock a Full range of fresh flowers & a wide range of tropical flowers too.

* Fresh Holly Wreaths * Christmas Balloons * Silk Tree Bows * Christmas Decorations * Gift wrapping service

Handmade Modern Artwork at affordable prices Prices from £18.00 (framed & mounted)

Christmas Order Book Now Open!

www.buttonbirdz.com EST. FLORIST 19 YEARS

Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm * Deliver 7 days pw

Tel: 0161 703 7240 buttonbirdz@gmail.com

4 Newearth Road, Walkden, M28 7UU

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Local Beauty

Your Beauty Problems Answered Q: I have red veins on my nose and cheeks ­ can I get rid of, or reduce them?

A: Yes you can try the IPL treatment which we get fantas c results with. You will need a consulta on and patch test first.

Q: What treatment do you have for smokers lips?

I have lots of lines above my upper lip.

A: Our qualified nurse carries out a wide range of injectable treatments. Dermal fillers are great for long term results.

Q: I have a red lump on my nose and I would like to get it treated ­ is this possible?

A: We would firstly recommend a free consulta on and skin scan analysis. We would then determine

if the lesion is treatable. If it’s a vascular lesion we can treat it with our pulsed light laser machine.

Q: Does laser work on red hairs?

A: Our laser treatment works by melanin absorbing light therefore will not work on blonde, white, grey or ginger hairs.

Q: Do you treat teen acne?

A: Yes, however under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We recommend a free consulta on as there are various op ons.

If you have a beauty problem or ques on, tweet @WorsleyLaser or text for an immediate response.

We will also respond in the next edi on of On Our Doorstep. We will not print personal details.

WANT TO GET IN SHAPE? NEED TO IMPROVE YOUR FITNESS?

WANT TO AVOID EXPENSIVE GYM FEES? WANT TO TRAIN IN A FUN ENVIRONMENT? Answer YES to any of these questions? Then you need to be training with MILITARY WORKOUT SALFORD.

Get started! Go to:www.MWSalford.co.uk

We provide outdoor fitness classes for people of ALL abilities and fitness levels, from beginners to experienced trainers, we have sessions for everyone.

Follow the instructions on the ‘Bootcamp’ page and let’s get you into the shape that YOU want to be in!

Our ex- British Forces Trainers use tried and tested techniques that will get the desired results FAST!

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CHRISTMAS PAMPER PACKAGE A perfect seasonal treat only £35

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BENEFITS: ■ Inch Loss Skin Tightening ■ Skin Rejuvenation

■ Cellulite Reduction ■ Stretch Marks (Up to 80% Reduction)

WORKS ON: ■ Stomach ■ Hips (Love handles) ■ Thighs ■ Upper Back ■ Lower Back ■ Arms (under biceps) ■ Baby bulge ■ Double Chins ■ Above Knee Area ■ Ankles ■ Male Breasts

FREE TRIAL for the first 20 people to book - Quote “LIVE IT LOCAL” WORSLEY LASER CLINIC 2A Ackerley House • Forrester St • Roe Green • Worsley • M28 2JL

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Join Worsley Park Marriott Leisure Club in 2015 and maintain your resolve to stay fit and healthy.

Whether you are looking to our new Marriott Bootcamp, try a high octane class or simply take time out and relax in one of our pools, our dedicated fitness professionals are here to help.

With no contract, enjoy the future of fitness with Worsley Park Marriott Leisure Club.

JOIN NOW Call 0161 975 2000 to find out more * Terms and conditions apply.

Please call for more details

New!

MARRIOTT BOOT CAMP ARE YOU READY?

Join our NEW Marriott Bootcamp for effective, results focused outdoor sessions with a sense of camaraderie. Its literally breath-taking! Perfect for weight loss and overall fitness, these intense group exercise sessions will challenge every muscle in your body and help you achieve the results you want quicker.

Tackle the battle ropes, heave-ho the sand bags, drag the sled or speed over the mini hurdles.

For a limited time a Direct Debit option of just £20 per month for UNLIMITED sessions can be purchased Sessions are held at Marriott Worsley Park Call 0161 975 2041 now to book your place 18 LIVE IT LOCAL

Come and join in this exhilarating workout and choose from the times below from just £5! n Monday 18:30-19:30 n Tuesday 06:00-07:00 n Thursday 18:00-19:00 n Sunday 09:00-10:00

Open to everyone from Bootcamp rookies to veterans!

FOR ADVERTISING OR GENERAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL 0161 790 2504

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“THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT” Six weeks leisure club membership The Perfect Christmas Gift includes use of all the leisure club facilities:-

n Cardiovascular gym n Resistance gym n Exercise studio n Personal training n Heated indoor swimming pool n Sauna, Steamroom & Spa

Six weeks from £59 per person Worsley Park, Marriott Hotel & Country Club Walkden Road | Worsley | M28 2QT T: 0161 975 2011 www.marriottleisure.co.uk

Available for purchase throughout November & December 2015 Six weeks membership must commence by 31st December 2015

Please call 0161 975 2041 to find out more

TREAT YOURSELF THIS WINTER AT THE SPA OF SENSES

Visit our Spa of Sense this season! Relax and unwind in tranquil surroundings.

Jessica Geleration Manicure includes cuticle care, massage, nail shape and finished with Jessica’s Geleration Gel Polish.

Geleration Zen Spa Pedicure includes hard skin removal, feet and legs are massaged with conditioning creams, cuticles are groomed, toe nails are shaped and finished with Jessica’s Geleration Gel Polish.

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Local Fitness

Keep Your Energy Levels Up This Winter!

It’s not uncommon to lose motivation during the winter months. Putting 100% into training when the evenings are getting darker and the days are getting wetter is hard. It’s natural and you’re feeling just like 90% of other people but it’s because of these reasons that it is even more important to make sure that both your nutrition and supplements are correct, not only to improve your physique aesthetically, but also for your health & fitness.

A low carbohydrate, high protein and high fat diet will ensure that your body fat isn’t increased but you will still have high energy levels throughout the day. Your meals eaten little and often will ensure that blood sugar levels stay stable throughout the day preventing a spike in insulin which causes fat storage.

Supplements are there to do just that, supplement a balanced diet, and the ones I would recommend especially throughout the ‘cold season’ are:n Vitamin C n High EPA Omega 3’s n Multivitamins n ZMA’s Although not essential, these supplements will help to keep your immune system performing at a high standard which reduces your risk of catching illnesses. They will also keep you feeling energetic and happy which will prevent you from ‘cheating’ on your diet!

If you are interested in learning more, contact David Mollard, email: david.mollard@hotmail.com David Mollard Personal Trainer Marriott Worsley Park 0161 975 2041 MarriottLeisure.co.uk

Competition!

WIN A NIGHT OUT FOR TWO AT ENOTECA Enoteca are offering you the chance to win a bottle of Prosecco and a Sharing Board for 2 people.

Enoteca “Enoteca” is an Italian word roughly meaning; The place where the wine is kept. There are enotecas all over Italy and a little one in Monton too. We have warm and friendly staff who are knowledgeable and helpful, as well as a vast array of Italian fine wines, beers, cocktails, coffee and nibbles.

Catch up with gossip or enjoy a relaxed date night with a sharing board and a bottle of Prosecco for two. Graze your way through a meat platter with a selection of four cured meats, balsamic onions, sunblushed tomatoes and an array of breads. Alternatively, swap the meat for four different cheeses to enjoy the cheese platter! Sip on your chilled Prosecco as you enjoy quality time with a loved one in the vibrant and intimate surroundings of our buzzing cocktail bar.

For your chance to win this great prize, email your 226 Monton Road Monton M30 9LJ Tel: 0161 281 3456 20 LIVE IT LOCAL

NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NO to:competitions@onourdoorstep.co.uk (subject: “Enoteca”)

Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2015

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Which hair products are best for you?

Achieve sleek, gorgeous hair, even after you’ve left the salon. Hair Eden recommend the the top products for all hair types from fine and limp to over-styled and damaged.

For Fine Hair...

If your hair is a little on the finer side try Caviar Oil Gel. This is an oil and hold in one, which gives the hair a thicker look while making it glossy and ridding you of those limp, flyaway hairs.

For Thick Hair...

Redken Frizz Dismiss is perfect for getting a smooth, sleek look, and is great for anyone looking to be more in control of their hair.

Although great for those with frizzy hair, it can be used to achieve a manageable hairstyle with any hair type, and works best alongside the shampoo and conditioner from the same range.

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For more information on the best products to suit your hair, and how to use them, visit the salon - one of our stylists will be happy to advise.

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Community News

Shine a light for a loved one this Christmas St Ann’s Hospice is giving local people the chance to remember their loved ones in a very special way this Christmas, with their Light up a Life appeal.

The appeal sees people from across Greater Manchester dedicating a light on one of the hospice’s Christmas trees which shine with hundreds of lights throughout the local area, each dedicated to someone special.

Some people dedicate lights to remember those they’ve lost, others to celebrate someone they cannot be with at Christmas. Those dedicating a light make a donation to St Ann’s, ensuring the hospice can care for even more local people each year when they need it most.

As part of this appeal, the hospice also holds Light up a Life services, which allow people to come together to reflect, celebrate, and to see the lights switched on. Services are ticketed and take place at Manchester Cathedral, St Peter’s Church in Hale and at the Little Hulton and Heald Green hospice sites.

If you are interested in taking part in a service to celebrate someone you can’t be with this Christmas, or would like to dedicate a light to someone special, please call St Ann’s Hospice on 0161 498 3631 or visit www.sah.org.uk/light.

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Christmas in Monton!

Keep it local this Christmas...

With so much to offer on Monton high street why would you go anywhere else?

For that extra special party outfit visit Fabric, Lady V or Esperar boutique who all offer something unique.

For celebrating the party season with friends, family or colleagues there are so many bars and restaurants to choose from - why spend time waiting for taxis when you can stay in Monton! La Turka have a great three course Christmas menu available, whilst Bodega, The Blind Pig, The Malt Dog, Playfoot’s and The Blue Bell will guarantee you a great night.

Life is to short to be spent in traffic, original Christmas gifts for men, women and children can be found in Bag Heaven or visit the Art & Craft House for something a little different.

Hooked now have a fresh meat counter, great for planning your Christmas menu along with a wide variety of fresh fish. Celebrate in style with oysters and champagne!

The Flower Room will be supplying Christmas trees this year and you could also pick up an original table centerpiece whilst you are there.

The Christmas Lights will be illuminating Monton again, with Monton Unitarian Church providing a Carol Concert with the Eccles Borough Band on Sunday, 13th December.

There will also be a Candlelight Carol Service on Christmas Eve, 9pm. for more information visit

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Local History

Hanged, Drawn and Quartered...

The life and times of St. Ambrose Barlow In today’s Ecumenical world, where there is mutual respect and interaction between those of different faiths, it is hard to imagine that this country was once riven by religious persecution, often of the most brutal kind.

THE REFORMATION But such was often the case in the events that followed the Reformation that was instituted by King Henry Vlll, a violent upheaval that initially had more to do with his obsession to secure his dynasty by the production of a male heir, than to religious fervour for reform. We all know that he famously married six wives in attempting to produce a son. To achieve this, when the Established Church of England was the Roman Catholic faith - which denied him divorce from his wife Catherine of Aragon - he was prepared to break with Rome and make his own rules! Accordingly he declared himself Supreme Head of the Church in England.

This of course made him the potential owner of all Church property, and ably assisted by Thomas Cromwell, his chief adviser, the Dissolution of the Monasteries and confiscation of all their wealth and lands soon followed. Such institutions had served as hospitals, hostelries and sanctuaries for the mass of the population for hundreds of years, some of these were now distributed as reward for loyalty, to those aristocrats who supported Henry.

Unsurprisingly, this did not go down well with many in the population, particularly in the North, which remained staunchly Catholic and resisted the changes to religious practice. They had also many economic complaints, neglect by central Government of poorer regions, they suffered the loss of support from the monasteries.

Revolts broke out. First in Lincolnshire, then in Yorkshire and Cumbria. The largest was the “Pilgrimage of Grace”, a gathering of 30,000 under local aristocrats who faced a Royal army of only 12,000. Negotiations were held and the leader of the Royal army, faced by greater numbers, rashly made promises that he knew the King would not keep. The protesters dispersed, the threat was over, the fate of the leaders of the “revolt” was 24 LIVE IT LOCAL

sealed. Henry subsequently had them all, almost 300, arrested and executed. From then on all Catholics were suspected of treason and conformity to the practices of the new faith, was demanded by law. All who continued to follow the old faith were termed “Recusants” and could be liable to confiscation of land and property, imprisonment, possibly death.

After Henry’s death, in 1547, he was succeeded by his 9 year old son Edward lV who was schooled by Thomas Cranmer, the Archbishop of Canterbury, a committed Protestant. War between the Protestant and Catholic faiths had broken out all over Europe, eventually leading to a north/south division that generally prevails today. No longer was the Reformation simply a question of faith, but more a political divide. Edward’s short reign ( just 5 years), was characterised by strict conformity to Protestantism - or else... He was succeeded by his elder half sister Mary. The daughter of Catherine of Aragon, she was a zealous Catholic, determined to restore the Old Faith. She initially made promises of toleration but soon started on a path of revenge against all who had followed her predecessors’ policies. She was married to King Philip of Spain, a Catholic monarch and, with his backing had hundreds of leading figures (including Cranmer), arrested and summarily executed. Her reign lasted only 5 years but it earned for her the title of “Bloody Mary”.

Elizabeth l was then Queen and she restored the status quo, of repression of Catholics and the viewing of them as potential traitors to the Crown and England. Barred from any public office, shorn of possessions, subject to suspicion, their fugitive priests subject to a death penalty, many conformed in public and worshipped in secret. The Pope had not helped. In 1570 he published an Edict that urged English Catholics to depose their Ruler by any means and in 1588 gave his blessing to the Spanish Armada!

THE PRIEST Into this turmoil of religion and politics a boy was born in 1585, in Barlow Hall, Chorlton-cum-Hardy.

The fourth son of a local nobleman, Sir Alexander Barlow, he was christened at Didsbury Chapel as

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Barlow Hall, Chorlton-cum-Hardy

Morleys Hall, Astley

Edward Barlow. In the previous year his grandfather had died in prison for refusing to conform to the rules of the new religion and two-thirds of his estate had been confiscated. The family had reluctantly conformed thereafter but, in 1607, Edward reverted to Catholicism and travelled to the English College in Douai in France to study for the Priesthood. Subsequently he attended the Royal College of St. Alban in Vallodolid in Spain, before returning to Douai where he became a Benedictine monk and was Ordained a priest in 1617, taking the name “Ambrose”.

Ambrose then returned to England, taking up residence at the home of Sir Thomas Tyldesley at Morleys Hall in Astley, a moated house which exists to this day. From there he ministered to the local Catholic population for the next 24 years. He avoided detection by the local Protestant authorities in all those years by being continually on the move, frequently staying with his kinfolk, the Downes family, at Wardley Hall in Swinton (now the Residence of the RC Bishop of Salford). In all his travels he met with the local faithful and said Mass, all in secret. Despite his evasive skills Ambrose was arrested four times, but each time released for lack of evidence.

In 1641, King Charles l issued a Proclamation which decreed that all Catholic priests should leave the country within a month or face being arrested and tried for treason - for which the penalty was imprisonment or death. Ambrose’s parishioners implored him to leave, or at least go into hiding, but he refused. He had recently had a stroke which had left him partially paralysed. “Let them fear that have anything to lose, which they are unwilling to part with”, he told them – an evident reference to life and his lack of fear in losing it.

On 25th April 1641, Easter Day, Ambrose and his congregation of around 100 were surrounded at Morleys Hall by an armed group of 400 led by the Protestant Vicar of Leigh, Father Ambrose surrendered and his followers were released after their names had been recorded. It is said that before the arrival of the Vicar’s party, Ambrose had sufficient prior warning to enable him to throw the chalice that he had used in the Mass into the FOR ADVERTISING OR GENERAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL 0161 790 2504

Wardley Hall, Swinton

Hall’s moat. If true, it remains there still.

Ambrose was escorted to a Justice of the Peace by an escort of 60 to guard against any attempt to rescue him and then to Lancaster Castle. On 7th September he appeared before Judge Sir Robert Heath when he professed his adherence to the Catholic faith and defended his actions. The following day, the Feast of the Nativity of Mary, he was found guilty and sentenced to death. Two days later he was taken from the Castle, tied to a hurdle drawn by a horse and taken to the public place of execution. There he was hanged, dismembered, quartered and boiled in oil... His head was afterwards exposed on a pike. The King who had specified this penalty and perpetuated the barbaric form of execution was to lose his own head, after the Civil War just a few years later...

It was to take another 180 years before religious tolerance prevailed and the Catholic Emancipation Act was passed by Parliament. This removed all but one of the restrictive laws that had prevailed. The only one which still exists? No Roman Catholic may become Monarch.

SAINTHOOD On December 15th 1929 Pope Pius Xl proclaimed Father Ambrose to be “Blessed” (a prelude to Sainthood), in a ceremony in St. Peter’s Basilica. In recognition of the large number of English Catholics who were executed during the Reformation, Pope Paul Vl decreed on 23rd October, 1970 that he was Canonising (creating Saints) of a number of them.

These became known as the Forty Martyrs of England and Wales. Father Ambrose Barlow was one of them.

RELICS Many relics of St. Ambrose exist. The skull at Wardley Hall is reputed to be his, a hand is at Stanbrook Abbey near Worcester, another hand at Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon USA and his jawbone at the RC church near his birthplace at Barlow Moor. `

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NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2015

Community Events CLAREMONT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Height Methodist Church, King St. Meeting to discuss issues effecting the local community including, crime, housing and environmental issues.

Wed 4th November Wed 2nd December 7.30 - 9.00pm Free Tel: 0161 737 7199 COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Open meetings where local residents can influence neighbourhood decisions:SWINTON AND PENDLEBURY Salford Civic Centre Tue 10th November, 6.15pm Marie Shields - 0161 607 1961 CLAREMONT AND WEASTE Venue TBC Tue 24th November, 6.30pm Claire Fewings - 0161 925 1117 LADIES EVENING! Holy Rood Church Swinton Ladies Evening with a fashion show, foot massages, mini manicures and beauty products to purchase on the night. Includes a glass of wine!

Fri 13th November 7.00pm £4.00 (must book in advance) Liz Russell: 07487 846137 AUTUMN FAIR St Paul’s Church, Monton Please join us for our Annual Autumn Fair where there will be lots of stalls with gift ideas and fun things for you to have a go at such as our Chocolate Tombola! Cake stall and café open for delicious bacon butties and more.

Sat 14th November 11.00am - 2.00pm FREE admission Tony Wood: 0161 790 3373

ST ANN’S CHRISTMAS FAIR St Ann’s Hospice, Little Hulton Come along for an afternoon of family fun, and perhaps pick up a bargain or two! Including the famous Marks & Spencer stall, Christmas gifts, children’s toys, Santa, entertainment, refreshments and more!

Sun 15th November 12.00 - 3.00pm £1.00 entrance, children FREE Tel: 0161 498 3631 HOLY ROOD CHURCH CHRISTMAS FAIR Holy Rood Church Hall, Moorside Rd Christmas and craft stalls, games, tombolas, Father Christmas, archery and more...

Sat 21st November 11.30am – 3.00pm 50p entrance, children FREE Heather Heys: 07530 996543 Facebook: holyroodchurchswinton ECCLES COMMUNITY CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT Eccles Town Hall Join us for a festive concert. There will be a raffle, cake stall, full bar facilities and tea and coffee available.

Disabled access. Free parking in Eccles after 6pm. Pay on the door.

Fri 4th December 7.30 pm £5.00 adults, children FREE Tel: 0161 707 5893 / 0161 440 9091

LIGHT UP A LIFE SERVICE St Ann’s Hospice, Little Hulton Outdoor service where you can dedicate your light to a loved one.

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are limited to six per applicant, and will be issued following the completion of the online booking form.

Sun 13th December 4.00pm Donations Tel: 0161 498 3631 www.sah.org.uk

WINTON PARK CHRISTMAS CAROLS Winton Park, Sutherland Street Friends of Winton Park invite you to join them for their traditional community Christmas carol concert in the park. Lots of singing, music, food and festivities. Dress warmly.

Tue 15th December 6.30 - 8.00pm Donations to Friends of Winton Park Monica Scully: 07570 963131

Family Activities FAMILY WEEKEND ACTIVITIES Imperial War Museum North Activities throughout the day.

The whole family can get involved through craft activities and object handling. Join in with storytelling, watch live performances dramatising stories of war and drop into the Open Studio to make your own souvenirs to take home. Inspired by our latest exhibition. Suitable for all ages. See website for more details.

Saturdays and Sundays FREE Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk THROUGH THE AGES... LIVE! Ordsall Hall Come join us at the Hall for Ordsall Live! Our monthly family fun day packed with arts, crafts and activities.

Sun 1st November Sun 6th December 1.00 - 4.00pm £1.00 per child (booking not required) Tel: 0161 872 0251 BUILE HILL PARK BONFIRE NIGHT Buile Hill Park Traditional and popular Bonfire and firework event includes full funfair and range of food outlets.

Funfair from 6.00pm Bonfire lit at 7.00pm Fabulous firework display at 7.30pm Do not bring your own fireworks to this display. No public parking.

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SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE The Lowry Weekly art activity children inspired by our theatres, galleries and the surrounding landscape. 5-11 years.

7th November: Firework Fun! 14th November: Circus Mobiles 21st November: Wheely Good!

28th Nov: Scrunchy Snowmen 5th December: Star Pictures 12th Dec: Crazy Christmas Cards 19 December: Penguin Puppets Saturdays, 11.00am FREE Tel: 0843 208 6000 OPEN STUDIO CRAFT ACTIVITIES: POP-UP POPPY CRAFT Imperial War Museum North To mark Remembrance, create your own display of pop-up paper poppies to take home and keep. Suitable for all ages. Drop in activity.

Sat 7th & Sun 8th November 11am-12.30pm & 2-3.30pm FREE Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk WHAT A PERFORMANCE: REMEMBRANCE Imperial War Museum North Special family friendly performances dramatising stories of war time women. As part of our events to mark Remembrance, hear the story of Violet, a British woman living through the dramatic events of the First World War (all ages).

Sun 8th November 11.15am, 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm FREE Tel: 0161 836 4000

ECCLES LIGHTS SWITCH-ON Eccles Shopping Centre The first of Eccles' Christmas markets, parade by The Barton Theatre Players' pantomime cast, the introduction of our fabulous new Santa's grotto, giveaways and more! Check our Facebook page for times and details.

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CHRISTMAS GROTTO Ordsall Hall Museum Come and meet Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a gift!

Sun 13th December Sun 20th December 2015 Mon 21st December 2015 1.00 - 4.00pm £4.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251 BARTON PLAYERS: CINDERELLA Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Walk Let the magic of your Christmas Season begin with Cinderella the panto. A show packed with comedy, fun and laughter with a real fairy tale romance. Another excellent production from Eccles based Barton Theatre Company.

Thu 3rd December, 7.30pm Fri 4th December, 7.30pm Sat 5th December 2.30 & 7.30pm Sun 6th December 11am & 2.30pm £5.00 - £7.50 £26.00 family ticket Tel: 0161 925 0111 www.salfordartstheatre.com A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Ordsall Hall Museum Join us for a weekend of Christmas celebrations as we begin the festivities including music, songs, crafts and a chance to meet Father Christmas.

Sat 5th to Sunday 6th December 12.00 - 4.00pm FREE entry, Grotto £4.00 Tel: 0161 872 0251 SALFORD MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS CHRISTMAS CONCERT Ordsall Hall Museum Join us in the Great Hall for an amazing concert of seasonal favourites. Enjoy a festive glass of mulled wine and a mince pie after.

Sun 6th December 2.00 - 3.30pm FREE Tel: 0161 872 0251 ON THE SANTA TRAIL Blackleach Country Park A walk in the park following the footsteps of the reindeer to find Santa. Can you find him amongst the winter wildlife? Dress warmly.

Meet at the visitors centre.

Sun 6th December 12.00 - 2.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219

Health & Fitness ON YOUR BIKE Buile Hill Park Health Improvement activity:A bike ride around the park. Meet at the old bowling pavilion. Wear suitable clothing and bring a drink.

Mondays 1.00 - 2.00pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 BOOTCAMP De La Salle Playing Fields Health Improvement activity:Outdoor exercise session.

Mondays 5.30 - 6.30pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 ALLOTMENT PROJECT Tindall Street Allotments, Eccles Health Improvement activity:Enjoy the outdoors and get active by doing some light gardening.

Tuesdays (ongoing) 1.00 to 3.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 603 4277 or 0800 952 1000 COUCH TO 5K Buile Hill Park Health Improvement activity:Running sessions aiming to get you from 0 to 5km. Meet at the mansion.

Tuesdays 5.30pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 WEDNESDAYS WALKERS Clifton Country Park A two hour walk around the Clifton countryside, for those who want to be fitter and more active. Meet at Clifton Country Park Visitor Centre.

Wednesdays 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219

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What’s On BIKE IT! Cleavley Track, Winton Health Improvement activity:Adult community bike ride through local green space. There are a few bikes and helmets available for use (must book ahead). Wear suitable clothes and bring a drink.

Wednesdays (ongoing) 12.30pm - 2.30pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 WHEELS FOR ALL Cleavley Track, Winton A weekly event, suitable for families and young people of all abilities. A chance to cycle 2 or 4 wheels around a track, in a safe environment.

Wednesdays, 10am - 6pm Fridays, 10am - 3pm Saturdays, 10am - 1pm £3.00 per child Hermine: 07704 167085 ON YOUR BIKE Buile Hill Park Health Improvement activity:Join us for a bike ride around the park. Meet at the pavilion. Wear suitable clothing and bring a drink.

Wednesdays 1.00 - 2.30pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 HEALTH WALKS Blackleach & Clifton Country Parks 1 hour gentle walk led by volunteers, followed by refreshments. Meet at the visitor centre.

Blackleach Country Park:Thursdays, 10.00 - 11.00am Clifton Country Park:Thursdays, 10.15 - 11.15am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 INDOOR KURLING Agnes Hopkins Centre, Swinton Health Improvement activity:A gentle form of exercise and popular sport suitable for all ages and abilities.

Social group. All welcome.

Thursdays 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 607 1964 or 0800 952 1000

WALK AND OUTDOOR GYM Light Oaks Park Health Improvement activity:Join us for outdoor exercise in the park. Meet at the outdoor gym. Wear suitable clothing and bring a drink.

Thursdays 10.30 - 11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 HEALTH HIPS AND HEARTS Ranulph Court, King Street Health Improvement activity:Gentle chair based exercises.

Fridays (ongoing) 10.30 - 11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 212 4213 or 0800 952 1000 WALK 'N' TALK Eccles Gateway, Barton Lane Come along to a leisurely walk for all adults. Have a chat whilst meeting new friends. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and bring a drink.

Fridays (ongoing) 11.00am - 12.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 603 4277 or 0800 952 1000

BLACKLEACH TO MOSES GATE Blackleach Country Park Clear the cobwebs and stretch your legs on this four hour walk from Blackleach up the Croal Irwell Valley, returning on the old canal towpath.

Sun 15th November 10.00am - 2.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 BLACKLEACH BIKE RIDE Blackleach Country Park From Blackleach, a ride around the leafy cycle lanes of the old railway looplines. Suitable for adults or families with children 12 yrs+.

Sun 29th November 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 793 4219 WINTON PARK SANTA RUN Winton Park This a wonderful excuse to put on that Santa outfit and jingle, jangle and jog around this ward winning park. One hour of Santa madness suited to everybody who love Santa!

Pathways are uneven. Dress as the big man! or Mrs Santa if you prefer!

Sat 19th December 11.00am to 12.00pm FREE Monica Scully: 07570 963131 Email friendsofwintonpark@ hotmail.co.uk

PARKRUN Parrin Lane, Monton Join our weekly Worsley Woods 5k Parkrun. Free, timed run for all levels.

Saturdays 9.00am FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/worsleywoods BREAST CANCER CARE:BEST FOOT FORWARD - SALFORD Worsley Woods Join us for a Best Foot Forward walk.

Get some exercise and socialise with others affected by breast cancer.

Supportive and sociable environment for people directly affected, family and friends. Walks last 30-60 minutes and ends in a local cafe. Meet at the Barton Arms.

Wed 11th & 25th November Wed 9th December Sat 19th December Wed 23rd December 10.15am (for 10.30am start) FREE www.breastcancercare.org.uk

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BIKE RIDE AT CLIFTON Clifton Country Park A two hour ride around the local countryside, crossing the river from Clifton Country Park up to the Outwood Trail and back. Meet at the visitor centre. Suitable for adults or families with children over 12 years.

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Kids Activities TODDLER WALKS Blackleach Country Park Join us for a walk around the park, followed by refreshments in the visitor centre. Suitable for under 5s.

Mondays, 10.15 - 11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 STORY-RHYMETIME Stories, rhymes, crafts and play. A fun way to help babies and children develop their listening, thinking and talking skills. For children up to 4yrs.

Height Library, King Street Tuesdays 2.00pm (term time only) Swinton Library, Chorley Road Thursdays 2.00pm (term time only) FREE Tel: 0161 793 3560 ONCE UPON A TIME… Ordsall Hall Museum Story, craft and song session for under 5s and their parents.

Wednesdays (term time only) 9.45 - 10.45am £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251

BUGGY WALK Monton Green Health Improvement activity:A brisk walk and meet new friends.

Meet at Monton Veterans Shelter.

Roundabout, Monton Green, Eccles.

Thursdays, 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 603 4277 TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Clifton Country Park A walk for young children and their parents or carers. Explore the park on these themed walks. Refreshments afterwards at the Visitor Centre.

Fridays, 10.15 - 11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 UNDER 5'S FIRST STEPS The Lowry Active weekly workshop where your little one can explore their creativity and have tons of fun! In this season we will wriggle, jiggle and jump as we explore stories, rhythm & music through our bodies. Ages 2½ - 4½.

Fridays 10-10.45am | 11.00-11.45am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford Residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000

CREATIVE SUNDAYS Salford Museum and Art Gallery Drop in for a different activity every week! Join us for a fun afternoon of arts and crafts and explore your creative side! On the first Sunday of every month Mr Tomlinson's shop is open for business selling sweet treats! (Arts and crafts not available when sweet shop is open).

Ages 5-10yrs Sundays 12.30 - 3.00pm FREE Tel: 0161 778 0800 UNDER 5s DOODLE TOTS The Lowry Enjoy painting, sticking and making your own works of art in this colourful workshop. No skills or expertise needed in this relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Spend time with your tot exploring a range of materials and having fun getting messy.

Ages 2½ - 4½.

Fri 6th November Fri 4th December 10-10.45am | 11.15am-12pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford Residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000

CHRISTMAS FOOD APPEAL Salford Central Foodbank is asking local people to help bring festive cheer to families struggling to eat this Christmas by donating festive food items to the foodbank. For some families, the Christmas hampers given out alongside standard food parcels will be their only treat this Christmas.

Local people facing bleak times this Christmas will be given food hampers containing mince pies, puddings, tinned ham, chocolates and other festive treats alongside a standard emergency food parcel. People in crisis will be identified by local frontline care professionals, such as health visitors or social workers and given a voucher which they can bring to one of Salford Central Foodbank centres to exchange for their food.

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Salford Central Foodbank manager Mark Whittington says: “Christmas is a very tough time to be hungry - it’s cold and it is heartbreaking to know you cannot give your children a Christmas treat when everyone else is celebrating. Hidden behind closed doors there are many Salford families with little to look forward to this Christmas, the good news is we can all help. We hope that the people of Salford will join our Christmas hamper campaign to give local people with little to look forward to a happier Christmas.”

Donations can be left at the permanent collection points at Sainsbury’s, Regent Road or Tesco, Salford Precinct at any time. Alternatively, donations can be taken to Salford Central Foodbank, Christ Central, Mocha Parade but please call ahead to confirm Tel: 0161 637 4500 FOR ADVERTISING OR GENERAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL 0161 790 2504

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Nature Activities SALFORD VOLUNTARY RANGERS Blackleach & Clifton Country Parks Volunteer for practical conservation tasks at our local Country Parks.

Blackleach: Tuesdays 10am-3pm Clifton: Thursdays 10am-3pm FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 BRIDGEWATER VOLUNTEERS Boothstown / Winton / Monton Join us for practical conservation work, learning new skills and meeting new people. Help maintain and improve the green spaces bordering the canal.

King’s Meadow, Winton:Sun 1st November, 10am-3pm (Verdun/Kingswood Rd)

Duke’s Drive, Monton:Wed 11th November, 10am-3pm (Duke’s Drive car park)

Bridgewater Park, Boothstown:Sun 29th November, 10am-3pm FREE Jill Tyson: 07872 808003 Email: jill.tyson@salford.gov.uk BRIDGEWATER CANAL: VOLUNTEER OPEN DAY Worsley Court House, Barton Road Whether you’re interested in the canal’s past, present or future, there will be something for you to enjoy as a volunteer with the Bridgewater Canal Project. Meet the team and find out how to get involved. Join us for a short walk around Worsley Village to hear about the plans for the Delph, then back to the Court House for refreshments, a presentation about what our volunteers have been doing and a festive wreath making workshop. Adults only.

Wed 2nd December 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE (booking not required) Jill Tyson: 07872 808003 Email: jill.tyson@salford.gov.uk

Special Events DIGITAL SALFORD: OPENING THE CITY’S PHOTO ALBUM Salford Museum and Art Gallery Heritage Lottery Funded project.

Volunteers have digitised thousands of images from Salford’s local history photograph collection for a new searchable website. Showcasing buildings, streets and areas along with people’s stories and memories.

Daily to 6th December FREE entry (parking £2.00 for 3hrs) Tel: 0161 778 0800 THE CHORUS The Lowry Enjoy singing and meeting new people? Then why not come and take part in The Chorus in collaboration with Artful Playground. The Chorus works on a mixed repertoire, chosen by its musical director. It is open to everyone - no choir experience needed and no auditions.

Mondays to 21st December 6.30pm - 8.30pm £70 Full Season Adult, or £5 per session (£3.50 Salford Resident) Tel: 0843 208 6000 TOUR OF LARK HILL PLACE Salford Museum and Art Gallery Want to learn more about Lark Hill Place? Come along for a tour of our Victorian Street and find out more about the shops and characters.

Wednesdays 3.00 - 3.45pm £2.00 (booking not required) Tel: 0161 778 0800 TOUR OF THE HALL Ordsall Hall Museum Led by members of the Ordsall Hall team, these tours tell the story of how the building has developed over the last 750 years.

Sundays 2.00 - 3.00pm £2.00 (booking not required) Tel: 0161 872 0251 EASY STREET BIG BAND Eccles Town Hall The band make a welcome return with a programme of popular big band music including Basie and Miller.

Sat 7th November 7.30pm £5.00 Tel: 07950 014543

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CRAFT SOCIALS Salford Museum and Art Gallery Meet up with like-minded folk?

Chat, share ideas and learn new skills when you join one of our craft socials. Bring along whatever craft you are working on, browse our craft library, contribute to the craft swap shop and have a go at the demonstration. Suitable for 16yrs+ Wed 11th Nov: Create a Mini Canvas Wed 9th Dec: Bathbombs 5.30 - 7.30pm (booking not required) £5.00 (incls slice of cake & hot drinks) Tel: 0161 778 0800 UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE Eccles Town Hall An interesting and diverse series of talks aimed at retired & semi-retired people. Refreshments available.

Topic: The Manchester Air Disaster.

Fri 20th November 10.00am - 12.00pm £1.00 Tel: 07931 815802 CHRISTMAS MARKETS Eccles Shopping Centre Extended Christmas Market with festive food, gifts, entertainment, regular indoor market, Santa’s Grotto and giveaways for children.

Farmers and Craft Market also on Saturday 21st Nov and 19th Dec. Saturdays 21st November to 19th December FREE entry Tel: 0161 707 3058 THE SEW-FANTASTIC DAY! Salford Museum and Art Gallery Come and celebrate all things sewing and embroidery! Rag market, demonstrations, workshops and have a go at some techniques. With special offers available in the cafe!

Sun 22nd November 12.00 - 4.00pm FREE (no booking required) Tel: 0161 778 0800 UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE Eccles Town Hall Join us for our Christmas Social!

Fri 18th December 10.00am - 12.00pm £1.00 Tel: 07931 815802 Details are correct at the time of publishing. However, it is advisable to check event dates and times with the venue in case of changes.

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Community News

Local Allotment Update!

We are having no end of help from the Council down here at the plot.

Blackleach One of our newly elected Councillors has joined the action to help improve the Blackleach allotments and she has volunteered to try to find a venue for a public meeting, so that the site can go ‘self-managed’. The land areas can then be re-arranged to give a better layout and more plots - the waiting list for plots, across the City, is about 600.

The Allotment Officer is coming up with new ideas too and he has agreed to talk to the SAF and Community Payback about his plans and to put a programme of improvements in place.

If you didn’t know that Blackleach isn’t just a Country Park and you are interested in an allotment there then please contact the SAF secretary: carolyn.collins@me.com

Peel Green At Newhall Avenue, Peel Green we have found an underused area of land which has the potential for several plots to be established. It’s early days but the Allotment Officer and the Council are backing the plan. So, if you are interested in becoming a ‘Plotter’ and don’t mind the noise of the Salford Reds fans and the aircraft at Barton, get in touch with Carolyn Collins.

Don’t forget that the food you grow tastes better than shop-bought. You can grow ‘organic’ and the exercise, even if it’s only your jaw and right elbow as you talk to other plotters, is good for you!

Geoff Hamilton, Allotment Volunteer for Macmillan Cancer Support

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De La Salle Sports & Social Club SPORTING, SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY EVENTS The Clubhouse, extensively redeveloped and refurbished inside and out in 2014, into a modern facility.

Re-opened by Rugby star, Adrian Morley.

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