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CLAREMONT & SOUTH SWINTON

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Welcome We are so pleased to be launching the first issue of Live it Local!

Four years ago, we set up our first magazine “On Our Doorstep” in Worsley. We wanted to publish a community magazine that was interesting to read, a useful resource for local information and a great marketing tool for local businesses. Since then we have expanded to cover the surrounding villages from Monton up to Boothstown, distributing 13,000 magazines every two months.

It has proved to be a popular, well-read and highly effective magazine for local businesses.

So we are sure you will enjoy reading Live it Local and find it a handy magazine to keep!

Contents 10

Television Workshop Audition for the Salford Project

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Salford Music Festival Back for the 4th year and BIGGER!

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Incredible Edible Salford Community gardening projects

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Tried and Tested Review of Serenity Lounge’s Signature Pamper Package

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Weddings Feature Seven pages featuring local weddings, tips to ensure great wedding photos, wedding show listings and showcasing great local venues and suppliers!

In our launch issue we have a special wedding section featuring real weddings and showcasing great local wedding suppliers. Plus, we have regular community news features, a FREE PRIZE DRAW and guides to local events and activities.

The fantastic cover shot of Ordshall Hall was taken by Zen Photographic on one of our photo shoots last year. Thanks again Zenna!

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Susie

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What’s On Your guide to local events!

Salford City College A fantastic college right on your doorstep

Editor

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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For all enquiries:-

Susie: 0161 790 2504 | sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk For advertising only:-

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

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Sponsored by national supplier PICS (Pattern Imprinted Concrete Supplies), the annual awards invites everyone involved in the decorative concrete industry to submit their best projects from the last year. Judges from the Concrete Society then choose the top three entries from each of the classes.

From hundreds of entries, it was Classic Driveways’ stunning pattern imprinted design that caught the eye of the judges.

Taking 10 weeks to complete, the beautiful driveway combines attention to detail with excellent craftsmanship.

Having won the same award in 2007, Classic Driveways, based in Worsley, is the only company to have won it twice. Managing director David Faunt said: “We always strive to be innovative with our designs, and winning the Golden Trowel Award for the second time is testament to the excellent service we offer. We pride ourselves on being an honest and genuine company, going that extra mile to source quality products and create timeless designs.”

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It can be stressful when things break or go wrong, especially when it seems the only solution comes at great expense. Unexpected bills can hit households very hard at a time when every penny counts and it means that thousands of homeowners put off fixing their windows or doors for fear of the high costs usually associated with these types of products.

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AUDITIONS FOR THE TELEVISION WORKSHOP SALFORD PROJECT THE BAFTA AWARD WINNING TELEVISION WORKSHOP IS HERE AND ALREADY WITH 70 MEMBERS The Workshop was set up in 1983 in Nottingham to develop young acting talent for the stage and screen. It began as the Central Junior Television Workshop. In addition to providing training for hundreds of young people, the Television Workshop also offers real creative opportunities as producers and casting director’s use the Workshop to look for acting talent for professional work.

In 2013 the Workshop launched a Salford branch and we are recruiting for young performers in Salford and Manchester. Our Partners include the BBC, ITV, Lime Productions, The Royal Exchange Theatre, Salford City College, Salford University and Salford City Council.

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To apply visit:www.thetelevisionworkshop.co.uk

You will receive professional drama training from the BAFTA award winning company who count Samantha Morton and Shane Meadows as Patrons. There are three workshop groups at Pendleton Sixth Form College meeting once a week to develop creative skills. The groups are divided into 6-11, 11-16 and 16 year olds+. The ethos of the workshop is based on talent and not the ability to pay - bursaries are available.

We endeavour to help young people to realise their creative potential in a fun and challenging environment. Two of our members have already appeared in TV shows:- Matthew Tomlinson, in an episode of Coronation Street, and Bella Band, starring in Young Dracula.

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Some of the highlights this year...

REN HARVIEU St Philips Church, Chapel Street: 26th September 9pm “A voice to die for“ Grazia. “She reveals her remarkable voice, a tender and muscular organ, that evokes some of the great divas of bygone years.” The Observer

Salford Music Festival Is back for a 4th year running bringing yet another full on mixed bag of musical magicness from unknowns to chart toppers.

This year’s festival 26th - 29th September will see gigs take place in every postcode in the city. With over 400 bands confirmed this year is the biggest yet and will be unlike any other musical event in Salford.

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MAPAS Big Band ECHO, Town Hall, Church Street, Eccles: 27th Sept 7pm Recently re-formed and going from strength to strength.

The group plays music from the 1920s up to modern day.

THE RUBYS AND CHINA WHITE The Black Lion, 65 Chapel St, Salford, 27th Sept 9pm THE RUBY: A five-piece Indie Rock band from Manchester, formed in early 2010, hellbent on redefining Indie Rock. And humble too.

CHINA WHITE: One of the hottest unsigned bands in the country at the moment.

ASWAD Lower Kersal Social Club, Stamford Rd, Salford, M7 3SD 28th September 8pm After fifteen albums and two decades on the music scene, Aswad remains one of Britain's best-loved reggae bands.

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Planters at the Boothstown Standfield Centre (Jul13)

The Incredible Edible Salford (IES) project is growing from strength to strength as the local community commit to producing a sustainable food-source.

The project, supported by the Horticulture Dept. at Salford City College’s Eccles Sixth Form Centre, is based on the successful Incredible Edible framework established in Todmorden, Yorkshire.

Horticulture Tutor and IES founder, Ian Bocock, said “The Incredible Edible Salford project has received a large amount of interest and we are now preparing the land in order to plant what we hope to be our first successful crop. I think the Incredible Edible Salford project is appealing to local people for a variety of reasons; obviously there is the access to fresh, organic, home grown fruit and vegetables, but also it provides an interest and a community spirit in the sense that we need the volunteers to help us with the maintenance of

the project, and they are committing to a worthy, community-based project.

The project really is one for everyone. We have all aspects of Salford’s community represented through the group of volunteers - families, retired people, those with a keen interest in gardening, and even those who know nothing about gardening but just wanted to get involved in a community-based project.”

Latest projects include Boothstown Standfield Centre and Eccles town centre, where vegetable planters are up and running, and ready to harvest.

You can view photos and details of all projects on Facebook, follow IES on Twitter, plus the new website www.incredibleediblesalford.org.uk.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Incredible Edible Salford project, or can suggest suitable plots in Claremont / South Swinton, call Salford City College on 0161 631 5000.

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CAPTURING THE MOMENT Local Wedding Photographer, Zenna Barry, gives her advice for ensuring great wedding photographs

Zen Photographic: Ben & Jo at Worsley Park, Marriott, Sept 2012

there’s only so much your photographer can do without using a flash. Always have this in mind when looking at venues.

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, that is why finding the right professional photographer is critical.

Here are a few helpful tips to get you started...

4. GET CREATIVE You photographer is not just there to snap away aimlessly on the day. They are generally super creative people who can take on idea's and change things around to suit your requirements.

1. BOOK A DECENT PHOTOGRAPHER My advice is do your research. Online wedding blogs are a great place to start. As a guide you need to allocate at least £1k in your budget for your wedding day photography. The average photography spend in the UK is between £1,200-£2,500, honest!

5. LEAVE ENOUGH TIME Here’s what I normally request:GETTING READY: About two hours before the ceremony I will arrive & capture both bride & groom details & portraits. This really helps start the story of the day. GROUP SHOTS: Allow 5 mins per group shot, with a max 8-10 shots. BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAITS: I like to have at least half an hour for this. This can be split into two 15 min sections before and after the wedding breakfast.

2. HAVE AN ENGAGEMENT SHOOT If your photographer offers an engagement shoot as part of the package then take it! They are a great way to practice showing emotion to each other in front of someone else and getting to know your photographer’s way of shooting before your wedding day.

3. THINK ABOUT LIGHT Photography is essentially painting with light. If there isn’t any natural light,

Once all the planning is done, its time to relax and enjoy your big day! Have fun x To view Zenna’s latest work visit www.zen-photographic.co.uk Tel: 07775 875552

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SARAH k DAVID CONNOLLY Sarah & David, were married at St Paul, Peel Church, Little Hulton, and the reception was held at Worsley Park, Marriott.

They travelled in style in a beautiful Burgundy & Cream Vintage 1936 Hertford, supplied

by Carols Wedding Cars, Eccles.

If you're the man, be the best It doesn't have to be a test, Best man's speech delivered in rhyme Gets an applause every time!

WEDDINGS SHOWS 15 September THE PALACE HOTEL, Manchester M60 7HA

11am-4pm

22 September DE VERE WHITES HOTEL, Reebok, Bolton, BL6 6SJ

11am-3pm

22 September SALFORD CITY STADIUM, Eccles, M30 7EY

12pm- 4pm

29 September CITY AIRPORT & HELIPORT, Barton, M30 7SA

12pm-4pm

6 October

THE WATERMILLOCK SUITE, Toby, Bolton, BL1 8TJ

11am-4pm

13 October

LANCASHIRE CRICKET CLUB, Old Trafford, M16 0PX 11am-3pm

27 October

WORSLEY GOLF CLUB, Monton, M30 8AP

11am-5pm

3 November

BUILE HILL PARK HALL, Salford, M6 8GL

11am-4pm

10 November

BOLTON ARENA, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6LB

11am-4pm

10 November

CASTLEFIELD ROOMS, Manchester, M3 4LZ

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Wedding Show 3rd November - Buile Hill Park Hall Eccles Old Road, Salford M6 8GL

11.00-3.30pm • Free Admission

Bridal & Mother of the Bride Parade 2pm FREE £100 PRIZE DRAW for brides who register on the day Free Wedding Magazines • Stand Enquiries Welcome www.lend-a-hand.co.uk Tel: 0161 761 7851

Ordsall Hall Wedding Open Day Saturday 12 October 2013 12.00pm to 4.00pm Free Places must be booked in advance by emailing sue.bainbridge@scll.co.uk.

322 Ordsall Lane, Salford, M5 3AN

Tel: 0161 872 0251

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Weddings

Weddings at Ellesmere Sports Club The recently refurbished Sutherland Suite, now with the addition of the new conservatory, seats up to 140 people making it the perfect venue to celebrate your special day!

We offer a selection of packages to suit any budget, with a wide range of menus available from our in-house caterers providing the highest quality, delicious food freshly cooked on site.

We will be delighted to advise and support you in all aspects including:Table Plans • Room Dressing • Photography • Wedding Cake • Floral Arrangements ...to make your celebration a really special occasion.

Set behind woodlands with beautiful south facing aspects, including a large lawn area, we can also host stunning marquee weddings.

A Truly Unique Venue

Ample parking and easy wheelchair access For more details contact Jocylin Croston-Roberts, Club Manager at:-

ELLESMERE SPORTS CLUB Walkden Road, Worsley, M28 2RZ VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.UK

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What’s On

SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2013 Community Events COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Open meetings where local residents can influence neighbourhood decisions:CLAREMONT AND WEASTE Salford Royal Hospital Seminar Rooms 1 and 2 Level 1, Mayo Building, entrance from Eccles Old Road to central car park. Car parking will be free of charge to community committee members.

Tue 10th September, 6.30pm Claire Fewings - 0161 925 1117 SWINTON AND PENDLEBURY Salford Civic Centre Tue 10th September, 6.15pm Marie Shields - 0161 607 1961 PRIDE IN LLEYTON: LADIES NIGHT & FASHION SHOW Swinton Park Golf Club A range of brand new clothing all with up to 75% off RRP from shops including Next, Wallis, M&S, River Island, Evans, Designers at Debenhams and many more . Styles to suit all age. Sizes from 8-22. Purchase items on the night! Food available.

Thu 12th September 6.00pm - 11.00pm £5.00pp Email: lleyton@hotmail.co.uk or visit www.prideinlleyton.co.uk CLAREMONT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Height Methodist Church, King St. Meeting to discuss issues effecting the local community including, crime, housing and environmental issues.

Wed 2nd October 7.30 - 8.30pm Free Tel: 0161 737 7199

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PRIDE IN LLEYTON: AN AUDIENCE WITH MEDIUM ALAN GIBSON Swinton Park Golf Club Medium Alan Gibson will take to the stage once again and share his messages from loved ones with you.

Don’t forget to bring an item that belonged to a loved one with you.

Licensed Bar and raffle Thu 10th October 7.00pm - 11.00pm £5.00pp Email: lleyton@hotmail.co.uk or visit www.prideinlleyton.co.uk

Family Activities FAMILY BIKE RIDE Buile Hill Park Health Improvement activity.

Free and fun family bike rides this summer. Meet at the gates to Garden Centre, Eccles Old Rd. Wednesdays, until end of Sept 1.30 - 2.30pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213 WATERSIDE MARKETS The Lowry Plaza at The Quays Brand new for 2013! Come down to the Waterside Markets. An unmissable treat for everyone, with over 30 stalls selling quality foods & gifts.

Sat 14th & Sun 15th September Sat 19th & Sun 20th October Free admission

A TASTE OF SALFORD Civic Centre Lawns, Swinton Information and activities for all the family including regional food and drink stalls, activities from the BBC, singing and dancing by local groups, face painting and sports challenges.

Sat 21st September 10.00am - 4.00pm Free www.salford.gov.uk/tasteofsalford INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE: MUSICIANS WITHOUT BORDERS Imperial War Museum North A showcase performance of uplifting, moving and inspirational music with stunning visuals by ground-breaking group Stone Flowers. This music project was created by Musicians without Borders who use music to reduce the psychological effects of war and torture in partnership with Freedom from Torture who offer care and rehabilitation to survivors.

Sat 21st September 12.00pm and 3.00pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000

HERITAGE OPEN DAY Ordsall Hall Museum Free themed guided tours of the Hall and gardens.

Sun 15th September 1.00 - 4.00pm (book on arrival) Free Tel: 0161 872 0251

TUDORS LIVE! Ordsall Hall Museum Meet some of the characters of Ordsall Hall at our regular Tudor’s Live!

Have a go at some Tudor activities.

Sun 6th October Sun 3rd November 1.00 - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 872 0251

ORDSALL HALL GARDEN TOUR Ordsall Hall Museum Tour of the gardens at Ordsall Hall Sun 15th September Sun 20th October 3.00pm £2.00 Tel: 0161 872 0251

GHOST TOUR Ordsall Hall Museum Must be booked in advance, suitable for 12 years and over.

Thu 24th October 7.00 - 9.00pm £10.00 (£8.00 concessions) Tel: 0161 872 0251

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Health & Fitness TAI CHI IN WORSLEY Bridgewater Hotel, Barton Road, Worsley Sun Style Tai Chi (Level 2 Active) Wednesdays 6.30-7.30pm £20 course of 5 or £4.50 drop-in Tai Chi for Health (Level 1 Gentle) Fridays 2.00-3.00pm £12 pcm or £4.00 drop-in Tel: 07866 485367 Email: annecrichton@googlemail.com BIKE RIDE (ADULTS) Buile Hill Park Health Improvement activity.

Keep active and join these free bike rides. Meet at the gates to Garden Centre, Eccles Old Rd Salford.

Mondays, until end of September 1.30 - 2.30pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213 COMMUNITY WALK Buile Hill Park, Eccles Old Road Health Improvement activity.

Meet on main drive facing mansion.

Tuesdays, until end of September 10.00 - 10.45am Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213 COMMUNITY WALK AND OUTDOOR GYM Height Methodist Church, King St Health Improvement activity.

Walk and exercise along the way!

Wednesdays, until end of September 11.00am - 12.00pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213 WEEKLY WALKERS Clifton Country Park Health Improvement activity. Meet at the visitor centre for this two hour walk on routes around the Irwell valley.

Wednesdays 9.50am - 12.00pm Free Chris Mullineux: 0161 607 1952 EVENING HEALTH WALK Salford Quays Health Improvement activity. Meet outside the Lowry Theatre and join us for an evening walk.

Thursdays, until end of September 6.30pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213

SALFORD VOLUNTARY RANGERS Volunteer for practical conservation tasks at our local Country Parks.

Blackleach: Tuesdays 10am-3pm Clifton: Thursdays 10am-3pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 HEALTH WALKS Salford Community Leisure. One hour gentle walk led by volunteers.

See website for further details Boothstown: Mondays 2-3pm Monton Green: Tuesdays 10-11am Blackleach: Thursdays 10-11am Clifton: Thursdays 10.15-11.15am Worsley Woods: Fridays 10-11am Monton Green: Sundays 10-11am Free www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk PARKRUN Parrin Lane, Monton Join our weekly Worsley Woods 5k Parkrun. Free, timed 5k run for all levels.

Every Saturday, 9.00am Free www.parkrun.org.uk/worsleywoods

Kids Activities STORYTIME Swinton Library, Chorley Road Stories, rhymes, crafts and play.

Books and storytimes are a fun way to help babies and children develop their listening, thinking and talking skills. Sessions are every Thursday and run during term-time only.

Suitable for children up to 4 years.

Every Thursday 2.00 - 3.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 3560 TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Clifton Country Park A walk for young children and their parents or carers with refreshments afterwards at the Visitor Centre.

Every Friday 10.15 - 11.30am Free Chris Mullineux: 0161 607 1952 PARENT & TODDLER WALK Buile Hill Park, Eccles Old Road Health Improvement activity.

Meet on main drive facing mansion.

Fridays, until end of September 11.00am - 1.00pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 212 4213

UNDER 5'S FIRST STEPS The Lowry Let your little ones explore their creativity in this fun dance session.

Suitable for ages 2½ - 4½.

Every Friday from 6th September 10-10.45am | 11.00-11.45am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE The Lowry A range of exciting art activities for young artists and their families.

From drawing to print making to model making each time there is something new to do. Ages 5-11yrs.

Second Saturday of every month 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 OPEN STUDIO: PEACE TIME Imperial War Museum North September marks International Day of Peace on 21st September so call a truce, whatever your differences, and hear a slimy story of slug, snails and truce time tales. Make your own unique artwork inspired by the story.

Sat 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Sept 11am-12.30pm | 3.00-4.30pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE Imperial War Museum North Join us for this drop-in activity to make your own dove of peace using the ancient art of origami. All ages.

Sun 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th Sept 2.30pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 UNDER 5’s DOODLE TOTS The Lowry Enjoy painting, sticking and making your own works of art in this colourful workshop. For ages 2½ - 4½.

Fri 27th September Fri 25th October 10-10.45am | 11.15-12.00pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 FAMILY FRIENDLY STORIES Imperial War Museum North Family friendly storytelling sessions using puppets, sounds, smells and object handling. Suitable for all ages.

Sat 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Sept 10.30am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 LIVE IT LOCAL 27

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Special Interests CRAFT SOCIAL Salford Museum and Art Gallery 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.

A different demonstration each time.

Suitable for 16yrs+ Wed 11th September Wed 16th October 5.00 - 7.30pm £4.00 (incl slice of cake & hot drinks) Tel: 0161 778 0800 FUNGI ID AND RECORDING Clifton Country Park This free training day is being offered in partnership with the Greater Manchester Ecology Unit.

Sat 14th September 10.00am - 3.00pm Free (booking essential) Tel: 0161 793 4219

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HART HILL DIG IN BUILE HILL PARK Buile Hill Park Dig Greater Manchester!

Investigating the remains of Hart Hill, built in 1859 and large enough to employ over a dozen servants, it was demolished in the early 20th century. Register your interest. Must be over 16 years old.

Mon 30th Sept - Sat 12th October Free Brian Grimsditch: 0161 295 3821

ON TENTERHOOKS Ordsall Hall Storytelling event with characteristic northern wit Christine McMahon, drawing on the industrial history of Lancashire and Yorkshire mill towns with often tenuous links to our textile heritage.

Thu 26th September 7.30pm £6.00 (must book in advance) Tel: 0161 872 0251

SEED SAVING WORKSHOP Ordsall Hall Learn how to plan for seed saving, what to save and what not to save, how to clean seed and store.

Sun 22nd September 1.00 - 4.00pm £15.00 (booking essential) Tel: 0161 872 0251

GHOST NIGHT Ordsall Hall Lancashire Supernatural Investigators.

A charity event for The Society of Abandoned Animals. Are you brave enough to spend a night at Ordsall Hall? Ordsall Hall's ghosts have proven themselves to be very active during the ghost investigations!

Sat 19th October 9.00pm - 1.00am (Sunday) £25.00 per person Tel: 07586 281 839

THE RIVER IRWELL: MANCHESTER TO SALFORD QUAYS Plaza behind the Lowry Hotel Heritage Walk ending in Salford Quays Sat 12th October 10.30am £3 adults, £2 (U15’s) Must book Salford Tourist Info: 0161 848 8601

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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A Fantastic College is just On Your Doorstep!

Did you know that one of the top colleges in the country is right on your doorstep?

Salford City College has an impressive reputation across the North West for excellence and outstanding standards of teaching and learning.

The college has recently celebrated A-Level Results Day and continues to build on its rich history of success, including having achieved a 99% A-Level pass rate and 100% Advanced Vocational pass rate, for many years.

This success is down to the hard work and dedication of students who work with superb, enthusiastic tutors who have up to date links within industry and universities.

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FREE PRIZE DRAW! Win a FREE PASS to LAND of PLAY To celebrate the launch of Live it Local, we have teamed up with Land of Play to offer 8 FREE passes to their fun-filled play centre.

Land of Play is a purpose built indoor children’s playcentre & Go Kart track conveniently situated in Trafford Park close to the Trafford Centre.

They cater for all ages from 6 months old. With a totally separate area dedicated for under 4’s, they offer a safe, fun environment for your child to play and explore, while you can enjoy a quality coffee or snack!

A full menu is served all day, all freshly cooked to order, from a full English breakfast to main meals (however fussy the little eater may be!!).

They can also take care of all your party requirements taking away the stress and hassle that organising a children’s party can bring!! There are packages to suit any budget including the “LOP Exclusive”, where you can hire the whole centre all to yourselves!!

Land of Play are one of the most competitively priced playcentres in the area with no charge for adults. For more info call 0161 872 9434 or visit www.landofplay.co.uk. Join their facebook group for exclusive regular offers.

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Half Term Activities ORDSALL HALL MUSEUM

SPOOKY PUPPETS Make a spooky puppet at our making table throughout the holiday.

Sun 27th Oct - Sun 3rd Nov Free TRICK OR TREAT QUIZ Try your hand at our spooky quiz and win a prize at the end. Daily.

Sun 27th Oct - Sun 3rd Nov £1.00 per quiz WITCHES AND WIZARDS Make a witch or a wizard from a plastic cup.

Thu 31st October 10.30, 11.30, 1.30 and 2.30pm £1 per child (buy on arrival) TUDORS DEAD! Have some spooky Halloween fun with the Hall's previous residents!

Sun 27th October 1.30 - 3.30pm, Free Tel: 0161 872 0251 www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk

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SALFORD MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY HALLOWEEN MAKE AND TAKE Try your hand at Halloween crafts all week at the museum. Just turn up and get creative!

Tue 29th Oct - Sun 3rd Nov FREE drop in activity HALF TERM QUIZ A week of brain teasing quizzes in the museum. Play along & win a prize!

Tue 29th Oct - Sun 3rd Nov £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 778 0800 www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk

THE LOWRY LITTLE ARTISTS: UNDERWATER Dive deep underwater and cross the oceans to explore far off lands with the Snail and the Whale. Make your own sea-life puppets and buried treasure chests out of recycled materials to take home.

Suitable for ages 5 – 11

LITTLE ACTORS: AT SEA! Journey on a spectacular adventure across the seas in this fun-filled workshop inspired by your favourite stories. Using drama games and classic characters to explore the unlikeliest of friendships, can you save the day when disaster strikes?

Suitable for ages 2½ – 4½ All sessions 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

IWM NORTH FAMILY ART FEST Explore our collections in a week of art themed activities. Take part in The Big Draw, which object would you choose to show tomorrow’s museum visitors? A jump jet, a dog made out of blanket? Bring your own drawing materials or join one of our creative sessions.

Sat 26th Oct - Sun 3rd Nov FREE Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk

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Lancashire Plank Furniture Company Bespoke Furniture Manufacturers

The Lancashire Plank Furniture Company hand make beautiful bespoke furniture from our workshop in Bolton and are dedicated to supplying exceptional quality furniture.

As we specialise in a bespoke service we can make furniture to suit your needs with alternative combinations of shelves, drawers, cupboards and baskets. So if you’re looking for hand-made solid wood bespoke furniture at affordable prices then make sure you visit our website.

We welcome visitors to our workshop during normal office hours (by appointment at weekends).

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Beautiful canalside homes in the heart of Worsley

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The Boatyard by Bardsley, set in the exclusive village of Worsley, offers a better quality of life on the banks of the Bridgewater Canal. Conceived to bring a modern style of living to an idyllic English setting, The Boatyard is a fresh and tranquil environment to experience the very best in home life.

For more information call 0161 727 8984 The Boatyard, Of f The Moorings, Worsley M28 2QE Show Home Open 7 days a week 10am – 5pm www.bardsleyhomes.co.uk Offers subject to contract, status, selected plots only and are subject to availability.