On Our Doorstep AprMay24

Editor’s Note...

I love these lighter mornings and longer days. Being an early riser, it’s great to go running at 6am and with all the flowers and plants in bloom, it’s so uplifting to be surrounded by colour again.

The weather in these months can often be better than in the summer, so ensure you get out and make the most of the sunshine. May is the like beginning of summer and a time for fun, happiness and lots of outdoor celebrations. Music festivals are starting up again, there are plenty of outdoor activities and charity events to sign up to and markets galore!

May is also National Walking Month. Walking is great for physical health, mental well-being and is something you can do with family, friends or on your own... plus it’s FREE! There’s no shortage of scenic places to ramble around here. Look out for special social and nature walks put on by Salford Rangers and the Salford Health teams - they are always free too!

The giant Easter egg hunt

Fri 29 Mar – Sun 14 Apr

Go on a larger than life egg hunt this Easter at RHS Garden Bridgewater to win a chocolatey treat and discover the garden in all its spring glory.

Your visit supports our work as a charity.

GEORGIA’S CHILDREN OF THE WORLD - A LOCAL CHARITY WITH A GLOBAL REACH!

Georgia’s Children of the World was conceived when I travelled the world to try to come to terms with the devastating loss of my only child, Georgia, at just 19.

Witnessing poverty of kids worldwide, particularly in the country that became my spiritual home Cambodia, I came up with concept of a Music Fundraiser to help these kids. That fundraiser was embraced by our incredible community and became G-Festival in 2012.

We have raised over £400k to date, built schools, dug wells, provided feeding and healthcare programs in Cambodia, support breakfast clubs, provided free school uniforms and supported Salford families facing financial difficulties due to serious healthcare issues.

Together with Harpers Army and Georgia’s original

charity, The Children’s Heart Association, we will be supporting families devastated by young children diagnosed with ‘rare’ childhood cancers and serious complex heart conditions.

G-Fest is totally run by volunteers; even our bars are set up and managed for FREE by our incredible friends Jo & Paul Clare who run The Waterside, probably the most successful bar & restaurant in Monton!

Every penny you spend at G-Fest goes EXACTLY where it’s needed! We have amazing acts lined up for our first ever G-Fest Weekender; we will be keeping Friday Prices at just £15 adult entry to introduce Worsley’s first ever outdoor Friday night party with tributes to The KILLERS, pop icon HARRY STYLES and Manchester Anthems from Ellwood!

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Bridgewater mark Dementia Action Week with a ‘Forget Me Not’ celebration

Swinton-based Aspire Care and Support, are partnering with RHS Gardens Bridgewater to host a ‘Forget Me Not’ dementia memorial event, to mark Dementia Action Week, on Tuesday 14th May.

Starting at 11am, guests are invited to join a free forget-me-not seed planting activity, before a short service held in the grounds of the wellbeing garden. The forget-me-not flower is a symbol of remembrance and is often associated with Dementia, blooming year after year to give a gentle reminder of those no longer with us.

Guests from Aspire, Reverend Karen Owen and carers will recite reflective readings, before a two-minute silence

to remember loved ones lost to, or living with, dementia. Visitors will then be able to enjoy the rest of the gardens and facilities for free.

Aspire specialises in supporting people with Dementia and their families, as well as those with learning difficulties or complex needs. It has a specialist Dementia Day Service hub and a Dementia Friendly cafe at the Humphrey Booth Resource Centre in Swinton, where it hosts a wide range of daily activities that are open to all.

Entry is free and is open to anyone who would like to attend. For more details visit: www.iamaspire.org.uk

Email:leanne.taylor@iamaspire.org.uk

Tel: 0161 607 7100

Volunteers Needed! MENTOR A YOUNG PERSON LEAVING CARE

Could you be a Volunteer Mentor to a young person leaving care in Salford?

Mentors are people at their very best; never underestimate the value of giving someone your time.

Pure Insight supports young people leaving children’s home or foster care age 16-25. Many are living alone at a young age and need a helping hand.

Mentors commit to 2-3 hours a week for a minimum of two years, providing practical and emotional support to a young person who needs kind, consistent, reliable support networks.

About Pure Insight...

We deliver wrap-around care which includes long term Mentoring, Psychological Wellbeing Outreach and Counselling, Employment and Peer Support, plus Outdoor Wellbeing Activities. We provide

whole family support to care leavers who are also young parents.

All our services reduce loneliness and isolation, poor mental health, lack of access to opportunities and development. We reduce homelessness, risks such as criminal and sexual exploitation and other challenges young people can face such as substance misuse and financial hardship.

We offer short-term support in crisis and long-term support to flourish. We are successful due to our incredible, committed workforce of paid and voluntary talented local people. Find out more about us and volunteering opportunities: www.pure-insight.org.uk

Email: info@pure-insight.org.uk

HOME INSTEAD SALFORD OFF TO A FLYING START IN 2024

The beginning of this year has brought a wave of awards and commendations, and we couldn’t be prouder of our Home Instead Salford team. Our dedication and hard work continue to shine, making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in Salford.

Amidst the Home Instead network of over 20,000 Care Professionals, OUR Angela Marsh earned a spot in the top three of the Home Instead Care Professional of the Year Award in February. Angela’s win was announced at the Home Instead annual conference at the Manchester Central Convention Complex. We are also proud to announce that we won the Small Employer of the Year Award.

Allan Milne, Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement at Salford City College said “Home Instead are committed to success; they firmly believe in the potential of apprenticeship. Congratulations to

this exceptional company for their dedication to fostering the next generation of industry professionals.”

Every year, Home Instead commissions an anonymous PEAQ (Pursuing Excellence by Advancing Quality) survey of our Clients, Care Professionals and Key Players. This survey is carried out by WorkBuzz, an independent research organisation, across the franchise network and is designed to measure Client satisfaction and Care Professional engagement. We are thrilled to announce that Home Instead Salford was honoured with a prestigious PEAQ award for achieving a remarkable 95% client advocacy rating.

Please contact Home Instead, Salford 0161 870 3861 for more information.

TPart Two Rev. St. Vincent Beechey

The First Rector of Worsley

he Manchester Times of Saturday 20 July 1850 confirmed that the Earl of Ellesmere had nominated the Rev. St. Vincent Beechey to the Perpetual Curacy of Worsley. As for the parish of Worsley, when he was invited to come to here, the income was doubled and a new parsonage was proposed for him and his family. The former vicarage bears the year 1851 above the doorway.

Three giants of church art and architecture in the mid-nineteenth century (Pugin, Barry and Scott) gathered to oversee the installation of some new stained glass tracery windows above the east window – this in anticipation of the visit of Queen Victoria in October 1851. St. Vincent Beechey, as vicar of the parish, played a significant part on each day of her visit.

During his 22 years in the parish, he showed himself to be quite a polymath. Throughout his long life, he was an effective speaker, delivering lectures on Ancient and Modern Astronomy, Archaeology, Architecture - wherever he was living. Often these lectures would be accompanied by ‘a large number of illustrations by the use of his trinoptic lantern.' Sometimes these were delivered in the Royal Manchester Institution, sometimes in Worsley Court House to a general audience of working people. During his time at Worsley, he served as President of the Manchester Photographic Society, 1865 - 1870.

When St. Vincent Beechey arrived at Worsley, the first Earl appointed him as his personal Chaplain. In 1860, the Reverend St. Vincent Beechey, MA,

was appointed Honorary Chaplain of the 4th Battalion Lancashire Rifle Volunteers. This was dated 29 October, 1860, a position he held until 26th March, 1873. In recognition of his pastoral and diocesan work, he served as an Honorary Canon of Manchester Cathedral from 1868 to 1899.

Eventually, he was offered the living of Hilgay, (his old curacy prior to 1840), which he accepted in 1872 – feeling that old age was creeping upon him! In the end, he served there for one year longer than at St. Mark’s!

Mary Ann, St. Vincent Beechey's wife, died on Sunday 21 October 1888 at Hilgay Rectory, Norfolk, aged 82. The clergyman had long ago decided that his burial place would be beneath the east window of the church and it was there that his wife was buried, following the death of his first son, William Innes, aged 30, on 17 March 1869. His second son, St. Vincent Beechey, also was ordained and became a Canon of Manchester.

In the various obituaries to mark his death at Hilgay, on 19 August 1899, aged 93, he was referred to as ‘the oldest clergyman in England.’ His body had been brought by train from Hilgay on 23 August, arriving at London Road Station at 3pm. From there, it came by road to Worsley. The service, to a full congregation, was fully choral and contained two pieces by Handel, his favourite composer.

Written by Paul Speakman, Worsley [Part One was published in the FebMar24 issue]

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Salford Double Glazing: Opening the Door to Customers...Literally!

Salford Double Glazing is a specialist double glazing company, built on decades of construction industry experience. A local, family-run business which prides itself on the service it provides to Greater Manchester.

Salford Double Glazing goes above and beyond to meet their customers’ needs. Whether that’s with weekend appointments, or their Disability-friendly installation team, who do everything they can to meet the needs of their customers.

Set up in 2020, a time when the rest of the world was getting to grips with lockdowns, furlough, and a new popular catchphrase - “you’re on mute Susan!” Four years on, they’ve gone from strength to strength, developing a business which provides a quality product at competitive prices with unparalleled customer

service. Their growth has allowed Salford Double Glazing to step outside of their Salford roots and expand to cover the whole of the North West.

One thing that Steve and Emma - Salford Double Glazing’s Directors have noticed, is how many of their customers wished they could see how the physical units operated and felt, before making a decision. This has inspired them to expand the business and open a brand new showroom in Whitefield. Opening in early March, it can be found at 86 Bury Old Road, Whitefield, M45 6TQ.

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Getting Ready for Spring!

by Geoff Hamilton Macmillan Cancer Support allotment volunteer

At the first committee meeting of 2024, we decided several changes of plan and agreed on issues where our plotting needed re-thinking, thankfully without too much argument.

The first matter we agreed was a review of the plans for the Community garden, turfing was rejected in favour of covering the area with heavy duty inhibitor and siting planters at the centre, with others around the plot, all planted with a variety of flowers. This would save time in implementation, cost of turf and labour for our volunteers, with a much quicker result. All approved the changes and suggested the committee ask the ForHousing organisation for some help to complete the plan. This will be taken up once the new financial year begins.

The discussion then turned to another topic when ‘Britain in Bloom’ was raised by a member who wanted to know why an entry wasn’t being planned. So all agreed that the site should be entered into the judging. We will be inspected in summer and will hopefully have a good result. New planters are now being built!

On the Cancer Support plot we are seeing the results of the wildlife garden reconstruction; plenty of birds already and who knows what other guests may pop in!

We have constructed another raised bed and have a crop of new strawberry plants ready for

their new home, plus a selection of Hollyhocks, Nasturtiums and Red Hot Pokers, all just waiting for a little dry, warmer weather. It looks as though our climbing hydrangea cuttings may have survived the winter, but we will see in time.

As usual, the Plotters have been preparing for planting and have a 1-tonne bag of peat-free compost being delivered shortly and the chicken pellets are now nicely spread around the beds.

Several ground level beds need their edges replacing, due to rot, so we’ve found deck-boards and pegs to repair them and our volunteers have the work all programmed. We have two very willing young volunteers who don’t worry about the weather or what they are asked to help with, so they were assigned to fencing our boundary fence with United Utilities and what an excellent job they did!

As always, a busy time getting ready for spring! Next issue we will have bring you update on the Salford Allotments.

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WHAT’S ON April and May

COMMUNITY EVENTS

CRAFTY CREW

The Vine Community Hub, M6 8PU

A chance to be creative and enjoy good company. Bring your own butties or we can rustle something up for you! No experience needed. Supportive group, occasional day trips arranged. Tuesdays, 12-2pm

FREE

www.salfordelimchurch.org/thevine

GAMES AND FRIENDSHIP

Salford Health Improvement

Come and play board games and socialise with a brew.

Boothstown Community Centre Wednesdays, 1-3pm

Walkden Gateway

Thursdays, 1-2.30pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

CUPPA & COMPANY

All Saints Church, Charles Street, Swinton, M27 9UG

New social group for the Salford 60+ community, run by Home Instead Salford. Enjoy warm drinks, treats, table activities and heartwarming connections. Tell us if you are coming, or just turn up! Thursdays, 10.30am-12pm

FREE (drop-in)

Tel: 0161 870 3861

Email: salford.worsley@homeinstead.co.uk

BOOTHSTOWN REPAIR CAFE

Boothstown Village Hall

Community project run by volunteers. Our aim is to get things working again, save items from landfill and reduce the need to buy new. Everyday items: electrical devices, computers, toys, bicycles, clothing and more. Watch and learn how to repair your items.

Sat 6th April, 9.30-11.30am

Sat 4th May, 9.30-11.30am

FREE entry (donations for parts)

Facebook: BoothstownRepairCafe

ECCLES DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY

Alexandra House, Eccles, M30 7HB

Join us for a talk by Natalie Bradbury: “Public Sculpture in Salford”. Non-members welcome.

Wed 10th April, 7.30pm

Membership £22 per annum

Visitors £4 per visit www.edhs.chessck.co.uk

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FESTIVAL! THE CLUB HOUSE MCR

Liverpool Road Eccles M30 7RF (next to Makro)

SATURDAY MAY 4TH

BEN - PHATS & SMALL / RAY QUINN

SHANE NOLAN BAND / KULE T-MN8

TOTALLY TAKE THAT / BEYONCE FIERCE & DANCERS / HARRY STYLED

SUNDAY MAY 5TH

BOOGIE BINGO / SCRATCH

Tickets: from £25 per day / £45 weekend www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/clubchella-music-festival2024-tickets-760830874627?aff=ebdsshios or purchase at The Club House Business Advertising opportunities available on request and more!

W.I. INTEREST MEETING

Beesley Green Community Centre

Lancashire Federation is looking to open a new W.I. for Roe Green, Ellenbrook and surrounding areas. Open to all women over 18 years. Come along, enjoy cake and a brew and find out what the largest women’s organisation in the UK can offer you! Make new friends, learn new skills, enjoy social events and be inspired! Book in or just turn up!

Thu 18th April, 7.45pm | FREE

Email: advisers@lfwi.org.uk | Helen: 07773 162 413

CAR BOOT & TABLE TOP SALE

Buile Hill Park

Join Friends of Buile Hill Park near the Pavillion for some Sunday retail therapy and grab yourself some bargains.

Sun 21st April | Sun 19th May |10.30am-1.30pm

Facebook: FriendsOfBuileHillParkFOBHP

ECCLES DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY

Alexandra House, Eccles, M30 7HB

AGM followed by Salford in 50 pictures: Celebrating the history of the five local authorities that became Salford fifty years ago, with Chris Carson.

Wed 8th May, 7.30pm | Membership £22 | Visitors £4 www.edhs.chessck.co.uk

HEALTH & FITNESS

WALK FOR WELLNESS

Social walks at a leisurely pace. Get moving, enjoy the outdoors and meet new people. Wear suitable footwear and bring some water.

Eccles Recreation Ground (Ladies) Mondays, 10.15-11.15am

Light Oaks Park, Claremont Mondays, 1-2pm

Buile Hill Park, Claremont Tuesdays, 10-11.30am

Peel Park, Little Hulton Tuesdays, 1.30-3pm

Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays Wednesdays, 10.30am-12pm

Winton Park

Wednesdays, 2-3pm Saturdays, 1-2pm

Parr Fold Park, Walkden Thursdays, 1.30-3pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

GET ON YOUR BIKE!

Come and enjoy cycling your way to fitness. For beginners and all levels. Bikes and helmets available.

Blackleach Country Park Mondays, 10am-12pm

Cleavley’s Track, M30 8HY Fridays, 10am-12pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

IRWELL VALLEY WALKS

Clifton Country Park

Join us for more challenging walks to Blackleach Country Park, Moses Gate, Ringley Woods, Queensmere Dam, Prestwich Clough and more. Must be fit enough to walk at least 5 miles, approx 2 hours. Bring water, a snack and dress for the weather! Tuesdays, 10am start

FREE (booking required)

Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk

CROWN GREEN BOWLING

Eccles Recreation Ground, M30 0FG

Join us at the Bowling Pavilion for crown green bowling. All levels welcome! Sessions run to Sep24. Tuesdays, 10.30am-12pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

EXERCISE IN THE PARK

The Hive, Victoria Park, Swinton

A walk followed by gentle exercise circuit using the outdoor gym equipment. Please wear suitable clothing, footwear and bring some water. Suitable for beginners. Tuesdays, 10.45-11.30am

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

SIT DOWN AND STRENGTHEN

Eccles Gateway

Gentle, fun and enjoyable way to exercise from the comfort of your chair. Everyone welcome, suitable for all abilities. Ongoing. Tuesdays, 1-2pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

KEEPING WELL

Boothstown Community Centre

Come and learn how to improve confidence, motivation and manage stress. Ongoing courses. Tuesdays, 1-2pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

RELAXATION

Eccles Gateway

Relaxation session to help you manage the stress and anxiety of daily life. Ongoing. Tuesdays, 2-3pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

NHS HEALTH CHECKS

FREE health assessment for Salford residents aged 40 to 74. Measuring blood pressure, cholesterol and BMI. Helping to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia.

Worsley Leisure Centre

Tuesdays, 9-11.30am

Heights Library

Tuesdays (fortnightly), 2-4pm

Walkden Gateway

3rd Wednesday of month, 1-6pm

Eccles Gateway

2nd Thursday of month, 9am-1pm

Swinton Gateway

Fridays, 9.30-11.30am

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

MENOPAUSE SUPPORT GROUP

Salford Women's Centre, Halton Bank, Salford M6 7HL

Get helpful information and practical insight into the Menopause and Perimenopause in a safe and friendly space to share experiences, support other women or just come and listen. 1st Wednesday of month

5.00 - 7.00pm

FREE

Suzanne Rigg: 07966 316 325

RECREATE-U WALK AND TALK

WITH FREE 1-2-1 COUNSELLING

Dukes Drive

Come and join our friendly group for a refreshing weekly walk and talk around the Duke's Drive Park in Monton. Meet in car park. Book via

https://eequ.org/experience/4446. Wednesdays, 11.30am-12.30pm

FREE (booking required)

Email: admin@recreate-u.co.uk

WEIGH AHEAD COURSE

Salford Health Improvement activity: Weigh Ahead can help you to eat healthier, be more active, and start to lose weight. 90% of people successfully lose weight on Weigh Ahead, and the average weight loss is five pounds! 6 week course.

Eccles Gateway Wednesdays, 11.30am-12.30pm

Boothstown Community Centre Thursdays, 10-11am

Walkden Gateway Thursdays, 1.30-2.30pm

Swinton Gateway Thursdays, 6-7pm Saturdays, 10.30-11.30am

The Height Library Fridays, 10-11am

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

BE WELL WEEKLY WALKS

Weekly walks to get active, meet new people and to get outdoors. Wear suitable clothing and shoes.

St. John's Church, Mosley Common Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am

Boundary St. Green, Tyldesley Saturdays, 10.30-11.30am

FREE

Tracy Morris: 07943 840259

www.wigan.gov.uk/BeWell

KURLING

Elmwood Church, M6 8AG

Enjoy a session of Kurling. Have a brew and a chat and join in with other social activities.

Fridays, 10-11.30am

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY

Worsley United Reformed Church, Worsley Road, Swinton M27 0EF

Fun adults exercise and social class. Suitable for beginners. Ongoing.

Fridays, 1-2pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

ANYONE FOR TENNIS

Winton Bowling and Tennis Club

Grange Road, Winton, M30 8JW

Have a go at tennis in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a drink. Ongoing.

Fridays, 1-3pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

WALKIES AT BRIDGEWATER

RHS Garden Bridgewater

Bring your dog and enjoy a stroll around the gardens with your canine companions. It is the perfect time to explore the horticultural delights of the season with your four-legged friend. Booking required.

Tue 23rd April, 4-7pm

Tue 14th May, 4-7pm

Members FREE (booking required)

Non Members Half Price

Tel: 0161 503 6100

www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater

STOP SMOKING SERVICE

Salford Health Improvement

Now is a good time to stop smoking and to quit for good. If you have struggled to quit smoking, you are not alone – it isn’t easy and can take some people up to 30 attempts to succeed. But with the right support many people quit after just three goes. We offer tailored support.

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)s

KIDS ACTIVITIES

THE VALLEY YOUTH CLUB

The Valley Community Centre, Swinton

A fun Youth Club that offers a range of activities to appeal to a broad range of interests, including: multi-sports, arts and crafts, console experience, foosball, table tennis, pool and lots more! Suitable for ages 10-16 years.

Mondays, 6.30-8pm

FREE (no booking required)

www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk

STORYTIME

Salford Libraries

For parents/carers - bring your baby or toddler (0-4yrs) to a storytime session. Term time only. Drop in.

Winton Library

Mondays, 10.30-11.30am

Tel: 0161 921 2180

Boothstown Library

Tuesdays, 10-11am

Tel: 0161 799 6549

Walkden Library

Tuesdays

9.30-10.30am | 10.45-11.45am

Tel: 0161 607 6639

Eccles Library

Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am

Tel: 0161 607 8237

Height Library

Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am

Tel: 0161 921 2240

Worsley Village Library

Thursdays, 2-3pm

Tel: 0161 794 8750

Swinton Library

Fridays, 10.30-11.30am

Tel: 0161 793 3736

FREE (booking not required)

Facebook: SalfordLibraries

STAY & PLAY

Little Hulton Library

These sessions are a great way to make new friends while your children play with a selection of toys. Drop in. For under 5s. Mondays, 9.30-10.30am Thursdays, 1.30-2.30pm

FREE (no booking required)

Tel: 0161 921 2397

Email: littlehulton.library@scll.co.uk

FINE ART WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS

Roe Green Church Hall, M28 2RN

Want to grow your child's Art Skills? Our workshops ignite creativity, giving space for expression and confidence building. Learn new techniques, including printmaking, sculpture, textiles, drawing and painting. Using famous artists for inspiration, producing sketchbooks alongside our final pieces.

Tuesdays: 4.15-5.15pm (5-10yrs)

Saturdays: 12.45-1.45pm (5-10yrs) £12 per workshop (booking is for a half-term block of approx 6 weeks)

Eira: 07727 072580

info@art-table.co.uk

www.art-table.co.uk

DODGEBALL SESSIONS

The Den, Walkden M28 3AD

Take part in some fast paced fun at our dodgeball session at The Den! Ongoing activity.

Tuesdays, 4-5pm (6-8 years)

Tuesdays, 5-6pm (9-11 years)

FREE (booking essential)

Email: chloe.pearson@scll.co.uk

BUGGY WALKS

Lightoaks Park

Enjoy a family walk around the park with your little ones. Enjoy the fresh air and meet and chat with other families. Meet at the Tea’osk.

Wednesdays, 9.30-10.30am

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

RECREATE-U BEST START

Winton Children’s Centre, M30 8AB

Join us for our school readiness programme, expertly designed to help give your child the best start to their school life. Limited places available. Book online.

Wednesdays, 1st May to 5th June

9.30-10.30am (2-4 years)

4.30-5.30pm (3-4 years)

FREE (booking required)

Email: admin@recreate-u.co.uk

https://eequ.org/experience/7010

BUMP AND BUGGY

Start Well Family Centre, Tyldesley

Join us for a free walk, ideal for soon-to-be parents, grandparents and anyone with children. A great social walk. We have a baby stop for feeding, changing etc. Bring a drink and snacks (optional).

Fridays, 9.30-10.30am

FREE

Tracy Morris: 07943 840259 www.wigan.gov.uk/BeWell

TINY TOTS RAMBLE

Clifton Country Park

A slow ramble around the park for parents and carers with their young children, playing on the fairy tale trail, splashing in puddles. Runs every Friday throughout the year.

Fridays, 10.30am (meet at 10.15am)

FREE (no booking required)

Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk

YOUTH CLUB

The Den, Walkden M28 3AD

Join in a range of fun activities incl. football, cricket, dodgeball, table tennis, air hockey, table football, pool, console games, arts & crafts.

Fridays, 5-6.30pm (8-11 years)

Fridays, 6.45-8.15pm (12-19 years) 50p (booking essential) www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk

YOUTH CAFE

Boothstown Community Centre

For young people aged 11-19 years. Come and socialise and enjoy a snack and drink for a small fee. Activities include games, cooking, project work around special events. Fridays, 6.30-8pm 50p entry (drop in)

Tel: 0161 799 6674

SALFORD JUNIOR PARKRUN

Buile Hill Park

Free weekly timed 2k parkrun for 4-14 year olds. Open to all, have fun, join in whatever your pace! Register before event and bring a printed barcode. Volunteers always needed! Sundays, 9am

FREE

www.parkrun.org.uk/salford-juniors

EASTER HOLIDAYS 2024

Ordsall Hall

Fun Tudor related activities and workshops this Easter Holiday for the whole family to enjoy! Easter egg trail, arts, crafts, storywalks...

Tue 2nd to Thu 11th April 11am, 1pm & 2pm sessions

FREE to £3 (booking required)

www.ordsallhall.com

EASTER HOLIDAYS 2024

Salford Museum & Art Gallery

Fun Victorian related activities and workshops this Easter Holiday for the whole family to enjoy! Arts, crafts, Victorian washday, object handling and much more...

Wed 3rd to Fri 12th April 11am, 1pm & 2pm sessions

FREE to £1.50 (booking required)

www.salfordmuseum.com

FAMILY EVENTS AT KARGO MKT

Quayside Media City

Join Kargo MKT for their regular programme of family events. Visit their website for further activities and Easter events too.

Sun 14 April: Princess Mini Disco

Sun 28 April: Princess Mini Disco

Sun 5 May: Princess Mini Disco

Sun 12 May: Lego Build & Play

Sun 19 May: Princess Mini Disco 10.00am - 12.00pm

FREE (booking required)

https://kargomkt.com/whats-on

MAY HALF-TERM:

FAMILY GARDENING FESTIVAL

RHS Garden Bridgewater

Join us for Half Term activities all the family can enjoy, incl. craft activities, interactive storytimes, fun planting sessions, garden adventures and a seasonal trail. Let's encourage our young gardeners to explore the wonders of nature and develop valuable skills they can carry with them throughout their lives. Some activities require booking on the day.

Sat 25th May to Sun 2nd June 10.00am - 6.00pm

Normal garden admission applies

Tel: 0161 503 6100

www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater

SPECIAL EVENTS

ECHO EVENTS

Eccles Town Hall

ECHO Saturday Cafe

With art exhibition by Monton Art Group. FREE entry.

Sat 6th April, 10am-2pm

SAXATTAX

A terrific Saxophone Quartet!

Fri 12th April, 7.30-9.30pm, £8

Worsley Concert Band

Sat 20th April, 7.30pm (7pm entry)

Motown Favourites Concert

Sat 27th April, time TBA

Eccles Borough Band

Sun 5th May, FREE entry

Party Bingo Night!

Fri 31st May, time TBA

Bar & hot drinks to buy - all events

For further information visit: www.ecclestownhall.org

Facebook: EcclesTownHall

E: enquiries.echo@ecclestownhall.org

LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG

Learn to play the strategic game of the tile game Mahjong, with tutoring from the community of Hong-Kongers in Salford.

Swinton Gateway Library

Mondays, 11am-1pm

Agnes Hopkins Centre, Swinton Wednesdays, 11am-1pm (term time)

FREE

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

SEWING TOGETHER

Boothstown Community Centre

Come along to our free sewing group. For all levels from beginners. Tuesdays, 10am-12pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Details are correct at the time of publishing. However, please check event dates and times with the venue, before attending, in case of any changes.

FLOWER DELIGHT

Boothstown Community Centre

Come along and learn how to make basic flower arrangements.

Wednesdays, 11.30am-12.30pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

MIDDLE EASTERN/INDIAN COOKING

Boothstown Community Centre

Every six weeks we will alternate between learning how to make authentic Lebanese or Indian meals from fresh ingredients. Book your place on the next course. Ongoing.

Fridays, 1-3pm

FREE (booking required)

Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

TYLDESLEY MAKERS MARKET

Market Square, Tyldesley

Monthly event showcasing and supporting local micro businesses and home makers. Bread, cheese, preserves, jewellery, gifts and more.

Sat 6th April, 10am-2pm

Sat 4th May, 10am-2pm

FB: Tyldesley Makers Market

WALKDEN FOOD & CRAFT MARKET

Walkden Town Centre

Browse our amazing local sellers! Fresh produce and amazing crafts. Located inside, 1st floor by Tesco.

Sat 20th April, 10am-4pm

Sat 18th May, 10am-4pm

Facebook: WalkdenTownCentre

SLEEPING WELL WORKSHOP: SLEEPY FOOD RECREATIONS

Ordsall Hall

A session dedicated to recreating 16th and 17th century sleepy food using our outdoor oven. Participants can bake bread, milky puddings and vegetable pies, then try the dishes. There will also salads and cheeses.

Sun 21st April, 12-3pm

FREE (booking required)

www.ordsallhall.com

SWINTON CRAFT & GIFT FAIR

Swinton Square

Browse the range of talented artisan crafters, home bakers, handmade gifts and much more.

Sat 27th April, 10am-4pm

Sat 25th May, 10am-4pm FREE entry

www. swintonsquare.co.uk

MAKERS MARKET

Quayside MediaCityUK

A spectacular line-up of artisan stalls showcasing the finest small businesses from across the North. A lively community atmosphere!

Sat 27th to Sun 28th April

Sat 25th to Mon 27th May

Sat 10am-5pm | Sun 11am-5pm

FREE entry

www.quaysidemediacityuk.co.uk

BRITISH IRIS SOCIETY:

IRIS DAY & COMPETITIVE SHOW

RHS Garden Bridgewater

Enjoy all things Iris - Iris information, flower arranging demonstration at 2pm, watch our ‘artist in residence’, art display, Irises and handcrafted items for sale, plus our Iris show!

Sat 27th to Sun 28th April 10.30am - 5.00pm

Normal garden admission applies www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater

WORSLEY ARTISAN MARKETS

The Moorings, Boothstown

Join us the1st Saturday each month for our new artisan market at the Moorings Pub. Browse the stalls of local crafters, home bakers, handmade gifts and more.

Sat 4th May, 10am-4pm

FREE entry

E: thetradermarkets@outlook.com

PLANT SALE

Lancashire Mining Museum

Visit the museum and browse our plant sale. Run in conjunction with Moss Bank Nursery.

Sat 4th to Sun 5th May 11.00am - 5.00pm

FREE entry

www.astleygreencolliery.com

FB: LancashireMiningMuseum

SUMMER MUSIC SUNDAY

RHS Garden Bridgewater

Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of nature and melody with our first musical performance of 2024. Join us to enjoy jazz with a modern twist from northern band Gypsyland Jazz. Bring friends, family, or enjoy some solo time. Bring a picnic or enjoy food from our cafés.

Sun 5th May, 2pm & 4pm

Normal garden admission applies www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater

MONTON BUSINESS GROUP: NETWORKING MEETINGS

Monton / Worsley

Monton Business Group delivers exciting meetings at a different venue in Monton each month. We’re looking for more business owners to attend our relaxed networking events. Meetings include breakfast and we have just one business per sector to maximise your growth opportunity. Please register on our website to attend our next networking event.

Fri 26th April: The Waterside

Fri 24th May: Bluebell Pub

9.00 - 11.30am £18.00 per meeting

www.MontonBusinessGroup.com

SLEEPING WELL SUNDAY SESSION: BEDBUGS!

Ordsall Hall

Join the Sleeping Well in the Early Modern World team to explore the problem of bedbugs for 16th and 17th century sleepers. Recreating solutions which were once popular, using herbs, essential oils, vinegar, fats, wax and heat sources. Session is not intended for small children.

Sun 12th May, 12-3pm

FREE (drop in, no booking required)

www.ordsallhall.com

SLEEPING WELL WORKSHOP: TEA GARDENS

Ordsall Hall

Join Dr. Anna Fielding, our Sleeping Well project lead at Ordsall Hall, for this long form session dedicated to tea and tea gardens! Bring your own teacups and plant your own tiny windowsill tea garden with three different herbs known to aid good sleep. We will combine this with tea tasting, a tour of the gardens and plant label making using spoons to finish off your garden. All materials, besides tea cups, provided.

Sun 26th May

12.00 - 3.00pm

FREE (booking required)

www.ordsallhall.com

A DOUBLE CHANCE TO WIN! WE HAVE 2 X WEEKEND FAMILY TICKETS TO THE G-FESTIVAL WEEKENDER 24 TO GIVE AWAY!

G-Fest remains the only community music festival that donates 100% of profits to local charity, Geogia’s Children of The World, supporting kids in desperate need and poverty, both at home and around the world.

With our first ever WEEKENDER, we offer a mix of DANCE, INDIE, POP and nostalgia, plus giving local bands and young talent the opportunity to perform in front of our incredible audience.

NO other Festival has an atmosphere quite like G-FEST with the BEST music, Fun Fair, Kids Attractions, Bars and Food, all whilst raising funds in the names of ALL we have LOVED & LOST!

Friday 14th to Saturday 15th June at AFC Monton, M30 8JN Tickets: www.tickettailor.com/events/georgiaschildrenoftheworld/ gfestworsley

To enter, email your Name, Address & Telephone number to: competitions@onourdoorstep.co.uk (subject: “G-Fest”)

Deadline: Friday 10th May 2024

Banana and Walnut Loaf

A homely and wholesome loaf cake, light and moist - perfect with an afternoon tea or coffee.

Preparation time: 15 mins

Cooking time: 60-70 mins

Serves: 8 slices

Level: Easy Ingredients

• 225g plain flour

• 2 level tsp baking powder

• 80g softened butter

• 1 large beaten egg

• 110g caster sugar

• 4 medium very ripe peeled bananas

• 50g chopped walnuts

• Zest 1 lemon

• Demerara sugar for sprinkling

Method

Preheat oven to 180C / gas 4. Grease and line a 2lb loaf tin.

Mash three bananas to a pulp and chop the fourth.

Sift the flour and baking powder together into a separate bowl. Add the butter, egg and caster sugar. Using a mixer mix everything together for a minute or two. Add the mashed and chopped bananas and briefly whisk them into the mixture. Fold in the chopped walnuts and lemon zest.

Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared tin. Sprinkle with Demerara sugar.

Place in the pre-heated oven so that the top of the tin is in the centre. Bake for 60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean.

Let the loaf cool for 10 to15 minutes before removing from the tin.

This cake is good served warm with crème fraiche or vanilla ice cream, cold or even toasted!

[The loaf can be wrapped tightly in cling film and kept for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. Defrost and warm through before serving.]