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On Our Doorstep ISSUE 16 |APR - MAY 2012 | FREE WORSLEY • ROE GREEN • ELLENBROOK • BOOTHSTOWN • WALKDEN • SWINTON • MONTON • ELLESMERE PARK
Community News Easter Activities Local Tourism What’s On
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Welcome
Contents
It’s hard to believe it’s Easter already, but I am really looking forward to diving into a chocolate egg after giving it up for Lent!
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If you love chocolate, there are plenty of Egg Hunts taking place over the Easter Weekend. Take a look at our extended Easter Activities feature for a host of other local activities for children this holiday. Read our special Ordsall Hall feature. I would recommend a visit. It’s great for children interactive, just the right size to hold their interest plus outdoor space for little ones to release some energy and even take a picnic! Charity Run season is approaching. If you fancy tackling a small run for a great cause, enter a Race for Life event and join the fight against Cancer. Ladies Workout Express gives us a training plan for total running newbies. Special thanks for our fantastic Easter cover shot to local photographer Zenna Barry, Eggs for Education for the loan of their chick and to Sally and Ben for the loan of their son Adam! To see more of Zenna’s work visit www.zen-photographic.co.uk.
Celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
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Easter Activities To keep the kids busy this holiday!
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Race for Life 2012 Manchester women urged to join the fight against Cancer
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Getting the price you want for your car Selling tips from Chips Away
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Diary of a Born-Again Runner Karen Pheasant, Ladies Workout Express shares her experience
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On Our Doorstep is published by Zig Zag Ventures, an independent publisher. You can contact us by:Telephone: 0161 790 2504 Email: sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk Website: www.onourdoorstep.co.uk
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Ordsall Hall Salford’s hidden gem - brought back to life!
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St Mark’s Jubilee Concert
What’s On Your guide to local events
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ST MARK’S JUBILEE CONCERT 9TH JUNE 2012 On Saturday 9th June 2012, there will be a Grand Concert at the Parish Church of St. Mark, Worsley, to celebrate the Diamond Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The programme will include music by the Organist and Director of Music, Jeff Ramsdale, the Church Choir and Friends, and the Ellenbrook and Boothstown Brass Band. The theme of the concert is Empire and Majesty and it will include music that will reflect these two notions. Pieces played on the Organ will include Walton’s Crown Imperial, Widor’s Toccata no.5 and a selection from Water Music by Handel. The Choir will sing, amongst others, Zadok the Priest, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus.
The Brass Band will bring a lively atmosphere to the evening and will include Pomp and Circumstance no.1, Walton’s Spitfire Prelude and Men of Harlech. There will also be some audience participation! In addition to celebrating this significant occasion, the evening’s event will aim to raise funds for the benefit of the Church. As a Grade II listed building, it requires a lot of upkeep. The Church is a well-known feature of the area due to its commanding position and is a popular landmark. Entrance by ticket only. Tickets: £6 Adult, £4 under 16s. Admission includes refreshments. For more information, or to book, call Paul 0774 646 7879 or Alan 0161 789 4420
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WHEELCHAIR AND SCOOTER SALES New Boothstown Shop opened in 2011 LLG Wheelchairs Ltd have been in the mobility business for 28 years, offering a high quality service to our customers throughout the UK. Our Head Office is based in Leigh and we now have a new store in Boothstown. We have one of the largest selections of NEW and RECONDITIONED Scooters and Wheelchairs in the North West:
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THE ROYALOAK Bringing back a traditional village local to Boothstown
The Royal Oak finally re-opens after being transformed back into the more traditional village pub it once would have been.
Sunday's homecooked lunch is another new addition. Available from 12.30 to 3.30pm, for every fully paying adult a child can eat free.
With its roaring open fires, wooden beams and cosy style decor, it’s a warm and welcoming pub for anyone to visit, enjoy and relax. There is now live music every Saturday night along with a mouth-watering bar menu. Plus, various themed events are planned throughout the year, kicking off with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic in April. In May, we will be hosting a Help the Heroes charity night. On Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy a hearty breakfast from 7am to 11am whilst reading the weekend papers. You can even bring the dog into the snug bar if you are on your way back from an early morning walk!
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Thursdays hosts an over 55's Golden Years Lunch Club (12-2pm), offering 2 courses for £3.95 or 3 courses for £4.95, with an after-lunch sing-song around the piano in the lounge bar. Soon to be available is a wide selection of Cask Ales along with an extensive Scotch and Wine list....and it doesn’t stop there! A new front and rear patio gardens plus comfortable B&B accommodation will be open in the near future too. As new owners, we hope you will pop in and see we are working hard to bring back a really traditional village local for everyone. For more info call Keith or Yvonne 0161 211 6583
The Royal Oak Live Music every Saturday Mouth-Watering Bar Food Over 55’s Lunch Club every Thursday 12-2pm
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Community News Raising Funds to Fight the Monton Incinerator Jan Phelan, “SAY NO” campaigner, calls for fundraising help and community involvement Outside play area with children’s playground
Monton Village School
Proposed Incinerator Site
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Last summer, campaigners and Salford Council unanimously rejected the controversial plans for an incinerator on a former industrial site in Monton. However, the developer has appealed that decision and we are now preparing for a Planning Inspectorate Inquiry to be held from May 9th at Monton House Hotel, Monton. The outcome is of paramount importance to this area.
Join the Worsley Townswomen’s Guild
If the plans for the waste plant go ahead we would face:• EMISSIONS - dispersed over a 10 mile radius in an area that already has a high incidence of respiratory health related problems. • HGV LORRIES - an extra 1,000 per week travelling from the M60 and the East Lancs and will be taking away toxic waste. • ODOUR - the anaerobic digester will be burning food waste; this process is always associated with pungent odour despite claims by the operators to the contrary. There are ambitious plans to develop the Bridgewater Canal from Worsley to Eccles as a heritage/tourist attraction which will attract inward investment and improve this area socially and economically. This would be seriously compromised if the waste plant is built. Please support your local community. We are fundraising now to pay for legal advice so that our arguments can be as effective as possible. For more information go to www.greenlaneecodump.org
VOLUNTEER WITH SALFORD RANGER TEAM
Please feel free to ring
Get more involved in your local park or greenspace. Find out what rangers do and give us a hand with practical tasks such as woodland management, pond clearance, step building & lots more. Or if you fancy something a bit less strenuous join us on our walks and become a health walk volunteer leader. Contact the rangers if you want to know more about our volunteer opportunities
Sheila Mayall: 0161 799 1845 OR Anne Adams: 0161 728 6783
Tel: 0161 793 4219 Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk
We are a friendly group of ladies who meet on the 1st Monday each month at Worsley Court House, 7.30 pm. We have monthly Speakers, Social Events, Outings and a Theatre Group. New members welcome - attend one of our meetings as a visitor to see what we do.
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Eat Healthy, Get Active! Family Food and Fitness Are you worried about your family’s health? The Salford Health Improvement Service is located across eight neighbourhoods in Salford. We develop and run projects that improve health and wellbeing within each area. As part of this service we deliver a range of free programmes to families who are interested in finding out more about healthy eating and getting active. Our aim is to encourage Salford families to start make changes to live a more healthy and active lifestyle.
activity levels or TV/computer time we can offer support and guidance; our sessions cover topics such as, eating habits, understanding food labels, fussy eating, portion size and physical activity. All of the sessions are free, fun and interactive based around nutrition and physical activity. They can be accessed on a one to one or group basis. Our groups run throughout Salford so if you would like more information about the service please contact one of our friendly team on 0800 952 1000 or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk
If you are concerned about your family’s; weight, eating habits, fussy eating, physical
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New School Proposal Our free school proposal will provide a unique solution to education and childcare, giving parents unparalleled peace of mind and freedom to pursue their careers secure in the knowledge that their children are in a nurturing environment. The ‘free school’ concept will allow our school to be:-
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Easter Activities SALFORD COMMUNITY LEISURE
GR8 2 16 ACTIVITIES WALKDEN HIGH SCHOOL
Mon 2nd - Thu 5th | Tue 10th - Fri 13th April Salford Community Leisure will be delivering activities including multi sports for Children and Young people age 8 - 16 years in the Worsley and Boothstown area. 10.00am - 4.00pm (with supervised lunch break) £1.00 per day Visit www.salford.gov.uk/leisure | Tel: Chloe Burns 0161 778 0778 | Email: chloe.burns@scll.co.uk
SALFORD RANGERS
EASTER EGG HUNTS VICTORIA PARK Fri 6th April 10-12pm BLACKLEACH COUNTRY PARK Fri 6th April 11-1.30pm THREE SISTERS Fri 6th April 2–4pm CLIFTON COUNTRY PARK Sat 7th April 1.30–3.30pm BEESLEY GREEN Mon 9th April 10-12pm
ORDSALL HALL MUSEUM EASTER BUNNY FUN Mon 2nd - Fri 13th April Daily Make your own pair of rabbit ears, or a rabbit mask. CROWNING GLORY Wed 4th April Make a colourful Easter Hat & celebrate the coming of Spring. EASTER EGG HUNT Mon 9th April Follow our trail and see if you can find a prize. Prizes will be issued on a first come, first served basis. 12.00 - 4.00pm JUICE CARTON BIRD FEEDERS Wed 11th April Make a bird feeder from recycled materials, and give the birds in your garden a treat. FREE Tel: 0161 872 0251 | www.salford.gov.uk/ordsallhall Ordsall Hall Museum, 322 Ordsall Lane, Salford M5 3AN
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ART ZONE: POP DOODLES Mon 2nd – Fri 5th April & Mon 9th – Fri 13th April Doodle your favourite design, pattern or lettering to decorate your own unique plant pot. Doodle and make a flower for your pot, then fill your pot with soil and seeds. Take your amazing Flower Pot home, wait and watch as the real flower grows! Suitable for ages 5 - 11. 11.00am – 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)
EASTER EGG-CITEMENT Tue 3rd April Design your own jewel encrusted Faberge style egg WOODEN SPOON CHICKS Thu 5th April Make an Easter puppet out of a wooden spoon PENNANTS Tue 10th April Make and decorate your own pennant to support your favourite team or sportsperson! MAKE A TROPHY Thu 12th April Hold aloft your very own trophy just like the champs in the Salford Sporting Stars exhibition! `
Sessions 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm £1.00 per child Suitable for ages 5+
DRAMA ZONE: THE GRUFFALO & THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Tue 3rd – Thu 5th April & Tue 10th – Thu 12th April A fun filled Easter drama session for the whole family. Use mime and drama to explore the magical stories of The Gruffalo and The Tiger Who Came To Tea. Suitable for ages 5 - 11. 11.00am – 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 | www.thelowry.com The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ
Tel: 0161 778 0800 | www.salford.gov.uk/salfordmuseum Salford Museum & Art Gallery, Crescent, Salford M5 4WU
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Easter Activities LOWRY OUTLET MALL MAKE YOUR OWN EASTER CARD WORKSHOP Thu 5th & Fri 6th April: 11am – 4pm Create and decorate your own special Easter Card. EASTER EGG HUNT Sat 7th April: 11am - 4pm Have your picture taken with the Cadbury’s Caramel Bunny! Plus, Easter Egg Hunt in the Mall! ANIMALS IN THE MALL Sat 7th & Sun 8th April: 11am - 4pm Meet our visiting Birds of Prey, Owls, a Pole Cat, snakes... GARDEN FACE PAINTING Sun 8th & 15th April: 11am – 4pm BIG GAMES DAY Mon 9th April: 11am – 4pm Giant games from Mega Four, Giant Snakes and Ladders to Children’s table football, High striker and a Giant Buzzer. MAKE YOUR OWN EASTER SCRATCH ART MAGNETS Thu 12th & Fri 13th April: 11am – 4pm Scratch in your own design in our Craft Workshop and take home your very own Easter fridge magnet! All events are FREE Tel: 0161 848 1850 | www.lowryoutletmall.com Lowry Outlet Mall, The Quays, Salford Quays, M50 3AH
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH WHAT A PERFORMANCE Mon 2nd, Wed 4th, Fri 6th, Mon 9th, Thu 12th and Sat 14th April See one of our special, family friendly performances dramatising stories of wartime adventure. (Ideal for all ages) 11.15pm, 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm OPEN STUDIO Sun 1st - Sun 15th April (daily) Drop-in sessions where you create your own artwork to take home and keep including equestrian artwork, chimp masks, wind-up toys and puppets. (Ideal for all ages) 1.00 -4.00pm STORY TELLING SESSIONS Sun 1st - Sun 15th April (daily) Interactive family friendly sessions using puppets and multi-sensory resources to bring the stories to life. 11.30am HOTSPOTS (All ages) Sat 7th and 14th April Creative sessions to make your own unique souvenir. All events are FREE Tel: 0161 836 4000 | www.iwm.org.uk The Quays, Trafford Wharf Road, Mcr, M17 1TZ
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A&C HARDWARE & GIFTS AT LAST AFTER A LONG DELAY WE ARE NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS! This local family run business will be offering something quite unique to the local area a store that will supply all your household and DIY requirements. We have a handy man service for small jobs that you can’t manage, especially useful to the elderly. Also a reputable building company for all your building requirements. We hope to bring new life to the run down centre, as other businesses will soon follow when it looks more prosperous & inviting. We hope that it will become a thriving shopping
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Diary of a Born-Again Runner by Karen Pheasant, owner of Ladies Workout Express, Swinton
I was always a fairly keen runner. First at school, then at the gym and finally on the roads. I did a couple of Great Manchester 10Ks and ran 2-3 times a week. Then I started to get pains in my legs that seemed to be exacerbated by the running, and was diagnosed with early osteoarthritis in my lower spine. I resigned myself to the fact that my running days were over. Some 18 months later I was seeing the wonderful physio, Vickie Cork at the gym I own and happened to mention my back problem and how much I missed running. She assessed my posture, showed me some exercises to do and suggested I start some gentle running. I am now back running with a vengeance! I started with a Race for Life at Heaton Park last summer along with some of the ladies from the gym and got the bug again. Since then, I have run numerous 5K and 10K races and am now looking forward to a couple of 10 milers in the next month. I’m not fast,
but I really enjoy it. And my back barely troubles me now. I’m not alone. Talk to anyone who runs regularly and they’ll tell a similar story. How it destresses them, beats depression, boosts energy and burns off the pounds. At the beginning of January, we started an absolute beginners’ running club at the gym with the aim of being able to run the Great Manchester 10K in May. We began very gently – alternating one minute of slow jogging with three minutes of brisk walking, for sixteen minutes three times a week. Initially apprehensive, everyone was surprised how easy it was and felt the now familiar “runners’ high”. If you want to give it a go, the key is to start slowly, and to build up gently. Try following the 10 week beginners’ running plan below. There really is no need to push yourself to the point of exhaustion, which can be dispiriting and risks injury. Instead, take it at a pace that allows you to enjoy the experience so that you will really look forward to getting those running shoes on again!
10 WEEK BEGINNERS RUNNING PLAN Wk 3 Sessions eg Mon/Wed/Sat Run 1 min, walk 3 mins x 4 1 Run 1 min, walk 2 mins x 6 2 Run 1 min, walk 2 mins x 7 3 Run 1 min, walk 2 mins x 8 4 Run 1 min, walk 2 mins x 9 5 Run 2 mins, walk 2 mins x 7 6 Run 2 mins, walk 2 mins x 8 7 Run 3 mins, walk 2 mins x 7 8 Run 3 mins, walk 2 mins x 7 9 10 Run 3 mins, walk 2 mins x 9 32 ON OUR DOORSTEP
1 Session eg Thu Brisk 30 min walk Brisk 30 min walk Brisk 30 min walk Brisk 35 min walk Run 1 min, walk 2 mins x 9 Free session – 30 mins activity Free session – 30 mins activity Free session – 40 mins activity Free session – 40 mins activity Free session – 40 mins activity
FOR CHARITY, FOR FITNESS, FOR FUN... Why not start running? - if you prefer to run with others here a few local groups you could join:• Ladies Workout Express - Beginners running club. Located behind Sides Medical Centre, Moorside Road, Swinton. Tel Karen: 0161 794 6932. • Worsley Woods Parkrun - Weekly Free 5km Timed Run Parrin Lane, Saturdays 9am, register in advance, join in whatever your pace! www.parkrun.org.uk/worsleywoods • Swinton Running Club Beginners Group for beginners & those wishing to start afresh. Swinton Moorside Cricket Club, off Deansway (off Lower Sutherland Street). Email Barbara or Rebecca at beginners@swintonrunningclub.org.uk
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Brought back to life! Following a major restoration programme, Ordsall Hall, Salford’s “hidden gem”, re-opened to the public in May 2011. The Hall has been owned by the City of Salford since 1959 and Salford City Council, along with Salford Community Leisure has driven the regeneration project with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. It is has been a very busy time since we re-opened and we have welcomed nearly 30,000 visitors through the doors. Ordsall Hall was first recorded in 1210 and is a remarkable survivor! Since being built it has had many uses. It has been home to medieval gentry, Tudor nobility, butchers, farmers, an Earl, an artist, priests, scout troops, mill workers, cows and several ghosts! When built it would have been surrounded by fields and farmland – a bit different from the view from here today! The existing building dates back to the 1360s. This makes it one of Greater Manchester’s oldest buildings. It was initially built by the Radclyffe family who were an influential and important local family with close links to the monarchy. It is said that Margaret Radclyffe (who died in 1599) was a lady in waiting to Queen Elizabeth I. The £6.5million restoration has brought the building and the grounds back to life. From the highly decorative Great Hall through to the Star Chamber in the oldest wing of the house, you can unearth the story of the Hall and soak up the atmosphere in historically re-created room settings. Discover what was cooked in a Tudor kitchen and get the low-down on the people who lived there at informative and hands-on family friendly events such as our Tudor Lives afternoon on the 36 ON OUR DOORSTEP
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Fireworks at Lighting the Legend November 2011
first Sunday of every month and our programme of events for the school holidays. Our changing exhibitions feature subjects such as wedding traditions to Tudor sports. Complete your visit with a wander through the beautifully landscaped gardens, and relax with refreshments in the new cafe area. The Hall even has its own ghosts! The most famous is the White Lady; she is seen walking around the Great Hall, Star Chamber and grounds holding a candle. We have three webcams set up so ghost hunters can log on to try to catch a glimpse of the ghosts that live here. The White Lady also regularly tweets about the comings and goings at the Hall – follow her @theOrdsallGhost. We offer a number of school sessions for Key Stages 1,2, 3 and 4. We also welcome groups and can offer guided tours. The Hall is supported by a large number of volunteers – so if you are looking to gain experience, learn new skills, or simply make new friends, you will find a warm welcome at Ordsall Hall. FOR ADVERTISING OR GENERAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL 0161 790 2504
Ordsall Hall, as well as being one of Greater Manchester’s oldest buildings, is now one of the regions newest wedding and civil ceremony venues. Ceremonies will take place in the stunning 500 year old Great Hall with its decorative timberwork. Read more about it at:www.visitsalford.info/ordsallhall-weddings.htm For more information about Ordsall Hall Tel: 0161 872 0251 Email: ordsall.hall@salford.gov.uk Visit www.visitsalford.info/ordsallhall Ordsall Hall, Ordsall Lane, Salford, M5 3AN All photographs © Nick Harrison ON OUR DOORSTEP 37
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What’s On APRIL & MAY 2012
Community Events WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House Join us for our monthly meeting. Our speaker is Mr Howard Green from Stockport Hat Works. Everyone welcome. Mon 2nd April 7.30pm £1.50 includes refreshments Sheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845 BOOTHSTOWN & ELLENBROOK COUNCILLORS SURGERY Boothstown Community Centre Held on the first Wednesday each month. Drop in and have a 1:1 with one of our local councillors and discuss any local issues or concerns. Wed 4th April 10.00-11.00am Councillor Jillian Collinson: 0161 793 5748 TITANIC 100TH ANNIVERSARY NIGHT The Royal Oak, Boothstown Enjoy a Celine Dion tribute act plus a dinner based on the last First Class meal on the Titanic. Book in advance for the meal by 12th April. Sat 14th April 7.00pm Meal, 8.00pm Entertainment Call for more information Tel: 0161 211 6583 LAUGH LINES Roe Green Church Hall Friends of Roe Green event:Christine Taylor and Stan Johnson present "Laugh Lines" - jokes, poems and songs. Come and join in with the singing, or just listen. Wed 18th April 2.00 pm (tea,coffee, biscuits, raffle) £2 per person Pauline: 0161 790 3166 SRING-SUMMER FASHION SHOW St. Mark’s School, Aviary Road Enjoy a glass of wine as you view the latest fashions, and grab yourself some bargains too! Tue 1st May 8.00pm £5.00 per ticket (incl a glass of wine) Sharon: 07974 696668 40 ON OUR DOORSTEP
HELP FOR HEROES CHARITY DAY The Royal Oak, Boothstown Darts Professional “John Boy Walton” will be playing a charity knockout darts match. Register from 11am to play. From 8pm, enjoy a charity auction, hosted by a guest Salford Reds player. Sun 6th May 11am Darts, 8pm Charity Auction £5.00 entry to darts match Tel: 0161 211 6583 WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House Join us for our monthly meeting. We have Kevin Fitzpatrick from Radio Manchester - Radio Presenter and Philosopher! Mon 14th May 7.30pm £1.50 includes refreshments Sheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845 LIFE OF BEATRIX POTTER Roe Green Church Hall Friends of Roe Green event:Margaret Curry talks about Beatrix Potter and her connections with Manchester and the local area. Everyone welcome. Wed 16th May 2.00 pm (tea,coffee, biscuits, raffle) £2.00 per person Pauline: 0161 790 3166 COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Open meetings where local residents can influence neighbourhood decisions:Swinton Salford Civic Centre Tue 8th May, 6.15pm Chris Tucker - 0161 607 1961 Little Hulton & Walkden James Brindley Primary School Mon 21st May, 6.00pm Vincent Nash - 0161 779 8071 Eccles Eccles Gateway Tues 22nd May, 7.00pm Anne Godding - 0161 603 4290 Worsley & Boothstown Venue TBC Wed 23rd May, 7.00pm Karen Smith - 0161 790 4562
Family Activities TUDORS LIVE! Ordsall Hall Museum Come and meet some of the characters of Ordsall Hall and have a go at some Tudor activities. Sun 1st April Sun 6th May 1.00-4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 872 0251 EASTER CARVERY Worsley Park, A Marriott Hotel & Country Club Enjoy a 4-course Carvery this Easter Sunday. There will be a Face Painter for the children. Sun 8th April £30.00 Adult, £17.00 Child (5-12 yrs) Michelle: 0161 975 7188 WILDLIFE WANDER Clifton Country Park Family exploration - what signs of wildlife can we find in the park. Thu 12th April 2.00 - 3.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 SEED SOWING – MINI ALLOTMENTS Ordsall Hall Museum Part of National Gardening Week. Sow seeds for your mini allotment at home. No need to book (ages 6yr+) Sun 15th April 1.30pm and 2.30pm £1.00 per person Tel: 0161 872 0251 SPRING BIRD WALK Blackleach Country Park Come along for a morning stroll around the park in search of Blackleach's rich and diverse birdlife. Sat 21st April 10.00am - 12.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219
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SPRING FLING Salford Museum and Art Gallery Vintage bus rides, bring in a decorated cake to be judged by the WI (adults and children's categories), spring themed activities and fun for all the family! Sun 29th April 1.00 - 5.00pm Free Tel: 0161 778 0800 BALLROOM SUNDAY The Lowry Put on your best sparkly outfit and come along for a fun day out for all the family. This event is always a sell-out so book early. Includes a tailored ballroom workshop in the morning followed by a tea dance with refreshments and homemade scones with jam and cream. Suitable for all levels aged 8+. Sun 13th May 11.00am - 2.30pm £5.00 Children, £10.00 Adults Tel: 0843 208 6000
Kids Activities ONCE UPON A TIME... Ordsall Hall Museum Term time only. Sessions for under fives and their families. Places booked on day of event. Wednesdays, 9.45 - 10.45am £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251 INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING Salford Watersports Centre, Salford Quays Come and have a go! All instruction and equipment provided, available to all (min age 8yrs). Must be booked in advance. Sessions run until Sat 1st Dec 2012. Held every:Wednesdays, 7.00 - 8.00pm Thursdays, 5.30 - 6.30pm £3.50 8-16yrs, £4.50 16yrs+ Tel: 0161 877 7252 TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Clifton Country Park A walk for young children and their parents or carers. Explore the park on these themed walks and join the ranger and Health Improvement staff for refreshments afterwards at the Visitor Centre. Fridays, 10.15 - 11.30am Free Tel: 0161 793 4219
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FOOTBALL GAMES DAY Lowry Outlet Mall Football Fun with JP League. Take part in mini coaching sessions and games, test your penalty skills in ‘Beat the keeper’ and maybe win some on the spot football goodies! Sat 14th April 11.00am - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 848 1850
UNDER 5'S FIRST STEPS The Lowry Children learn to express themselves through movement whilst developing agility, strength and physical awareness. Suitable for ages 2½ - 4½. Fri 20th April Fri 4th and 18th May 10am-10.45am & 11am-11.45am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 OPEN STUDIO: BOOKWORM BOOKHOLDER Imperial War Museum North Ignite a love for reading in our special exhibition all about children’s war literature, Once Upon a Wartime. Then join us in this fun session to create your own colourful foam bookholder complete with bookworm character. Ideal for all ages. Sat 21st and 28th April 1.00 - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE: MAKE YOUR OWN ART The Lowry Create an exciting work of art using a variety of art and craft ideas, from making 3D models and sculptures, to inventive drawing and painting techniques. Suitable for 5-11yrs. Sat 21st April Sat 5th and 19th May 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000
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KINGFISHER KIDS Clifton Country Park Meet at the Visitor Centre. Activities for families with children aged 5-12. Outdoors and indoors so wear appropriate clothes for the weather. Sat 21st April Sat 19th May 2.00pm - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 OSKAR’S JOURNEY Imperial War Museum North Meet our charming cat puppet character Oskar and discover his tale of adventure on a journey across a divided city as he seeks out a friend on the other side of the Berlin Wall. The session uses puppets, multisensory resources including sounds and smells and object handling. Sat 21st and 28th April Sun 22nd and 29th April 11.30am Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 HOTSPOTS Imperial War Museum North Creative sessions using a range of art and craft materials to help you make your own unique souvenir. (Ideal for all ages) Sun 22nd and 29th April Sun 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th May Check Daily Events Sheet for details Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 UNDER 5’s DOODLE TOTS The Lowry Paint, stick, play and make in this colourful workshop designed especially for toddlers and their parents or carers. For ages 2½ - 4½. Fri 27th April Fri 11th May 10–10.45am and 11.15-12.00pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 UNDER 5’s – TINY TOT TALES The Lowry Take your toddler on an imaginative journey of stories and songs in this inspiring workshop where each month a different artwork or theme will be brought to life! For ages 2½ - 4½. Fri 27th April Fri 25th May 10.15 – 11.00am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0843 208 6000 ON OUR DOORSTEP 41
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Markets ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET Eccles Shopping Centre Homemade sausages, salami, dairy products, preserves and lots more! Held 3rd Saturday of each month. Sat 7th April Sat 5th May 10.00am - 2.00pm Free entry Tel: 0161 707 3058 FARMERS MARKET Eccles Shopping Centre Homemade sausages, salami, dairy products, preserves and lots more! Held 3rd Saturday of each month. Sat 21st April Sat 19th May 9.30am - 2.00pm Free entry Tel: 0161 707 3058
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Outdoor Activities HEALTH WALK Clifton Country Park, Swinton Thursdays, 10.15 - 11.15am Meet at the Visitors Centre Victoria Park, Swinton Fridays, 11.00am-12.30pm Last Friday of the month 10am-12.30pm Meet ranger at hut near tennis courts Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 STEPPING STONES WALK Blackleach Country Park Aimed at confident walkers comfortable with a mixture of terrain and 2 hour duration. Bring walking boots, waterproof jacket and refreshments. Wed 11th April, 10am-12pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 GARDEN TOURS Ordsall Hall Museum Part of National Gardening Week. Join us for a tour. Book on the day. Tue 17th - Thu 19th April 10.30am and 2.30pm Free Tel: 0161 872 0251
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OVER 50'S HILL WALKING GROUP Various locations Explore the countryside of the North West by joining Salford Over 50's walking group and walk in a safe and friendly environment. Walks vary in difficulty and are 6-8 miles. Led by qualified leaders from Salford Watersports Centre. Held every 3rd Wednesday of each month. Transport is provided from: Eccles, Irlam, Pendlebury and Walkden. Wed 18th April Wed 16th May ÂŁ15.00 per walk Tel: 0161 877 7252 WORSLEY WOODS CONSERVATION MORNING Beesley Green Community Centre Come and help the ranger improve the woodland with practical conservation tasks. All tools and refreshments provided. Please bring suitable clothing & footwear. No experience necessary. Sat 21st April Sat 12th & Tue 22nd May 10.00am - 12.30pm Free Joe Palframan: 07872 808005
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CLIFTON VOLUNTEERS Clifton Country Park, Swinton Meet at the Visitor Centre. Help carry out regular conservation tasks in the country park. Thursdays, 10.00am - 3.00pm and Sun 22nd April 10.00am - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 STEPPING STONES WALK Clifton Country Park Enjoyed the health walks and feel ready for a greater challenge? Stepping Stone walks are aimed at confident walkers comfortable with a mixture of terrain and a duration of 2 hours. Please wear walking boots and bring a waterproof jacket and refreshments. Wed 9th May 10.00am-12.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219
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Talks & Exhibitions A CLOSER LOOK: PERSONAL STORIES Imperial War Museum North Meet at the Tour Point in the foyer. Join us for a walk and talk around the Main Exhibition Space to find out more about some of the personal stories in our collections (for 14yrs+) Mon 30th April 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 A BASKET OF MEMORIES OPEN DAY Salford Museum & Art Gallery For Adult Learners Week. Join us in the galleries. Free tours of Lark Hill Place run at 2pm and 3pm. Sat 12th May 1.00-4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 778 0800
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.
SALFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY: THE ORIGIN OF PLACE NAMES Salford Museum & Art Gallery Peter Watson will talk about the origin of place names and how they originated. Names created from the people that lived there, the activities that took place, the landscape and much more. Wed 30th May 6.00 - 8.00pm £2.00 Non-members Roy Bullock: 0161 736 7306
Wedding Shows WEDDING SHOW Worsley Court House, Barton Rd Come along, see a fabulous venue and chat to our exhibitors displaying all you require for your perfect Wedding Day. Sun 29th April 11.00am - 3.30pm Free admission Tel: 0161 761 7851
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Amir Khan Opens Salford City College Boxing Gym World Boxing Champion, Amir Khan, was the guest of honour at the grand opening of Salford City College’s Walkden Sixth Form Centre Boxing Gym in March 2012. Khan has a strong affiliation with Salford City College after working in partnership together for two and a half years. In the past, the college has utilised the facilities at Amir Khan’s Bolton-based boxing gym, Gloves Community Centre to teach college students sports lessons and enrichment. This partnership has led to Amir and Gloves generously donating an entire suite of top of the range boxing equipment to Walkden Sixth Form Centre, to be used in their on-site boxing gym. Khan said; “I’m extremely proud to have helped to develop the boxing gym here at Salford City College, and to be able to provide opportunities for students and members of the wider community to get involved in the 44 ON OUR DOORSTEP
sport. It’s a brilliant gym, with great facilities, I’m really happy we could be involved in this project.” Amir also commented on what a brilliant achievement it is for Salford City College to have their own boxing gym facilities. Phil Arbelo-Dolan, Sports Development Manager at Salford City College thanked Amir and Gloves Community Centre for their generous donation; “Without the help and support Salford City College has received from Amir and the team down at Gloves, us having our own boxing gym would be merely a pipe dream. We are extremely grateful for their generous donation and hope to continue our partnership going forwards. Having our own boxing facilities at Walkden Sixth Form Centre enables us to educate students and community members about boxing, giving them the opportunity to learn about the sport whilst using excellent facilities.”
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Community Noticeboard USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS Safety Police - general enquiries Neighbourhood Policing Team
872 5050 856 5284
Salford City Council Main Switchboard Environment (ie. refuse) Highways (ie. street lighting)
794 4711 909 6500 909 6505
Community & Leisure Facilities Beesley Green Community Centre Boothstown Community Centre Worsley Court House Worsley & Boothstown Surestart Swinton Surestart Centre Fit City Worsley Pool
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Libraries Worsley Village Swinton Walkden Boothstown
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Healthcare The Sides Medical Centre Ellenbrook Medical Centre Boothstown Medical Centre Monton Medical Centre
794 1604 703 9091 (0844) 477 3276 (0844) 815 1147
Schools St. Marks C.E. Primary School Broadoak Primary School Bridgewater School Boothstown Methodist Primary St Andrews Boothstown Primary Monton Green Primary School Ellenbrook Community Primary Moorside High School Walkden High School
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Business Directory BEAUTY
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Worsley Laser Clinic.............................21
Alan Prady Painter & Decorator......27 B&M Building Maintenance.............27 Belle Maison Interiors...........................9 CBL Garage Doors................................29 Lancashire Plank Furniture................26 Nova Alarms...........................................30
BUTCHER Lars Zollinger Butchers.......................16
CAR & BODYWORK REPAIRS Autoserv......................................................6 Chips Away..............................................28
CHARITIES
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CTM Communications .......................30
Community Egg Project.....................13
Aqua Babies............................................42 Puddleducks..........................................13
CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINERS
Shape Design Studio Professional Website Design & Development www.madebyshape.co.uk 01942 894596
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FASHION RETAILER Gown.........................................................19
LLG Wheelchairs......................................5
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PARTY SUPPLIERS PET SERVICES
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GARDENING SERVICES Fairway Lawns........................................48 Green‘n’Tidy............................................31
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Education Matters................................39 Kip McGrath............................................11 Kumon.......................................................15
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Plush Property Management.............4
PUBS Royal Oak ..................................................7
SELF STORAGE SCHOOLS & COLLEGES Salford City College.............................38
Once Upon A Teacup Vintage Parties...18
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
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Bridgewater School..............................39
Barking Mad...........................................31 Pet Pals........................................................9 WAGS Doggy Day Care......................31
Dawn Derbyshire (freelance)............17 Hair Eden.................................................18 Intrigue Hair Design..............................9 Lawlors......................................................21
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DIY RETAILER A&C Hardware & Gifts.................22-23
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The Boatyard (Bardsley)........................1 Stable Fold Developments.........24-25
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