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Dear Readers Summer is here at last! Whatever the weather, you can guarantee Style Magazine will brighten up your day with some interesting features, including exclusive interviews with not one, but two fantastic comedians; Dave Spikey and Justin Moorhouse. This edition is packed with ideas of where to shop, dine and visit during those hazy days of summer.

We are pleased to have teamed up, once again, with Link4Life, Preview and the Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre to offer you a comprehensive guide to everything that is going on in the town.

Congratulations to our Face of Style winners, especially Anya who is the star of this issue's front cover! We continue to receive a great response to all our competitions and have some exciting prizes up for grabs in this edition.

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FUnDRAISInG In STYLE Stars come out for GEM Appeal

65 on STAGE Theatre reviews

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STYLE EXCLUSIVE Comedian Dave Spikey

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FACE oF STYLE Winners announced

69 WHATS CooKInG Andrew nutter’s summer recipe

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Co-oP BIRTHPLACE £1million makeover

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SUMMER DAYS oUT Right on your doorstep

72 CoMMUnITY Catching up with life in Rochdale

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HEALTHY EATInG …on a budget!

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FoR BETTER oF WoRSE Motoring expert, Mark D’Apice

CoMPETITIonS Fantastic prizes up for grabs!

HoSPICE nEWS Recent events at Springhill Hospice

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32 FEEL GooD Exciting line-up for festival FEATURES EDIToR & PHoToGRAPHER Ruth Meredith ruth@rochdalestyle.com

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BEAUTY TIPS The summer look

40 STYLE ESSEnTIALS This summer’s must-haves 45

JUST FoR KIDS Puzzles, colouring & jokes!

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PREVIEW 10-page what’s on guide

58 GooD FooD GUIDE Dine out in Style this summer

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On the day of the royal wedding, the NSPCC held a fundraising event at The Bella Vista to raise money for Bob Chadwick's Inca challenge.

The event was a huge success raising ÂŁ1356.

Bob has signed up for the charity challenge to take the alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, in October. Mr Chadwick will embark on the trek to raise money for the Child Voices Appeal, which works with ChildLine and the NSPCC.

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Everyone went wild at the latest fundraising event for the Gem Appeal, held at The Riverside, Whitworth on Saturday 18th June. Guests dressed up as cowboys and indians, including some well known famous faces. Supporting the charity event were Gem Appeal patrons Denise Welch & Tim Healey, along with Dancing on Ice champion skater Matt Evers, and Heartbeat's Tricia Penrose. The auction and raffle raised around ÂŁ4000 for the charity.

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DaveSpikey Comedian

Style Exclusive

After the phenomenal success of Phoenix nights, local comedian Dave Spikey has become a household name, enjoying sellout tours and regular tv appearances.

Style caught up with Dave to discuss his current stand-up tour, his exciting new projects and why he loves to eavesdrop!

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When did you first realise you could make people laugh?

It was during my late teens I think, playing Saturday and Sunday Football for Bolton Hospitals and Ace Shutters(!). All those years listening to radio comedy on a Sunday afternoon after Two Way Family Favourites with my mum and dad must have insinuated itself into the comedy lobe of my brain. The Navy Lark, The Clitheroe Kid and the fantastic Round the Horne were main contributors, then early television comedy with Morecambe and Wise, Tommy Cooper and Phil Silvers as Sgt Bilko. I loved Phil Silvers, he was a genius with his fast clever comic patter, his caustic asides and his looks – he had this great range of comedic looks, pauses and double takes which I found easy to mimic.

Add to the mix the essential comedy timing that I must have inherited from the banter with my parents and suddenly I discovered, many years later, (now my inhibitions had largely disappeared after working in the vibrant hospital environment) that I could make people laugh. Not only that, it would appear that in many cases I was the quickest with a remark or quip and that my view on humorous events was slightly skewed and thus more surprising, which is of course one of the major constituents in the practice of the art of comedy.

Of course, it helped that I was surrounded both at work and in the football changing rooms by colleagues and friends who were naturally funny and in those circumstances getting the biggest laugh becomes a bit of a competition. In those days we had the news, developments in popular culture and a mere four TV channels for our comedy fodder, so we all had the same topics for comedy criticism and deconstruction in the staff room, the pub and the changing rooms.

Where do you find inspiration for

Girl 2 Where?!!

Girl 1 In the flat over the laundrette Girl 2 The one next to the Chinese?

Girl 1 Yeah – Drugs they think . They reckon its been there for ages Girl 2 How do they know?

Girl 1 It was stiff rigid Girl 2 It was Cliff Richard?!

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I get loads of ideas from real life, which is highlighted in the newspapers and on television, as well as eavesdropping on conversation. I’ve got some sort of selective radar that locks on to strange and unusual conversations. Even in busy, noisy places I pick up the one weird exchange. I’ve incorporated these into the set.

I heard this conversation not long ago between two typical northern girls…

Girl 1 Have you heard they’ve found a body?

Yeah right! Cliff Richard dead from drugs in a flat over the laundrette in Chorley! How thick do you have to be? And, if it was Cliff, doesn’t she think that would be her friends opening line – “Hey they’ve found Cliff Richard dead in that flat over the laundrette”. She wouldn’t have left it to the end of the story would she and then just added “and guess who it was? Cliff Richard!”

I think the skill, the art if you like, of a comedian is to see and hear the things that everybody else does

but in that slightly skewed left-field way, then exaggerate and embellish the material to wring every last drop of funny from it.

You have finished the first half of your nationwide ‘Words Don’t Come Easy’ tour, how did it go?

The tour was great thanks. It’s my best tour so far I think… although I would say that wouldn’t I? That’s probably because my previous tours were crafted largely from the masses of material I’d accumulated during my years on the circuit, working in the NHS and on TV panel shows, whereas, this time I had to start from scratch. I love the structure and rhythm of the English Language and hate its misuse and abuse, and after deciding to make this the theme of the show, I realised that actually it’s a pretty broad canvas and a rich source of comedy.

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What can we expect from the tour when it resumes in the autumn? Any spoilers?!

Where to start? Well, I hate text-speak and Facebook speak – its lazy , its a refuge for illiterates.

‘L8R’ takes how many milliseconds less to type in than ‘Later’? What is so important in your life that saving a couple of seconds in your texts helps you to achieve? I’m guessing naff all because you spend half your life texting or tweeting rubbish like: “Stuck in ASDA and it’s packed and the queues are a mile long – gonna be here hours!”. Well thanks for the info love, I’ll go straight round your house and have your flat-screen TV.

They investigate incidents where they have to call for the paramedics; one starstruck playing it up for the cameras and the other new and keen. They take victims to A&E, where our two nurses dealing with a load of timewasters have to concentrate on the ‘emergency’. I’m very excited about it and loving writing it. I’ve not shown it anybody yet, but I really hope the TV people see the comedy potential,

can tell he is instinctively funny and has natural ‘funny bones’ and it’s because of this that he makes you feel as though he’s talking directly to you, if you know what I mean. That it’s just him, you and a few friends in the pub having a laugh and a joke, as we all do and he’s the really funny mate who makes you laugh just by giving you his take on life. That’s what suits my style and it’s what I’ve always tried to do.

My current favourite comedians are Jimmy Carr and Ricky Gervais.

Any plans for the summer, during your break from touring?

And the words that have started appearing on pretentious menus – even in pubs! You can’t move these days for Coulis or Compote or Melange.

Which part of a lamb is noisette and what’s a galette? ‘Drizzled with jus’ – Gravy on it yes?

‘Encased in a filo basket’ – that’ll be a pie then.

‘Breast of duck kissed by the Chefs signature sauce’ – Urgh! That sounds very worrying.

The misuse of the word ‘literally’ – I literally cried my eyes out. I’d love to see that happen - cry cry ... plop plop.

Add these minor irritations to mad newspaper stories ‘Local man stuck in Turkey all Christmas’, even more stupid song lyrics, police-speak, parent and grandparent speak etc!

What projects have you got in the pipeline?

I’ve got a script commission from BBC1 for a sitcom I’m writing with Neil Fitzmaurice.

Provisionally, it’s called Glitterball and it’s about the world of ballroom dancing at grass roots level.

We’ve set it at a dance school in Blackpool and it’s more about the characters than the dancing and how things change within the group when a local competition is announced.

I’m also just finishing a comedy based on those ‘Police Camera Action’ and ‘Emergency’ shows, because it’s never really been done before and I have so much NHS experience and stories stored away.

I’ve always wanted to write a medically based comedy, but every time you turn the TV on there seems to be another one, so I’ve been waiting for the inspiration for a different angle on the genre and this is it. So I have two policemen, one a by-the-book pedantic bloke, the other a bit thick and a bit lazy.

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Loads of writing for my various projects and reading a stack of books that I have to review on Channel 4’s TV Book Club – that’s a labour of love as I am an avid reader.

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combined with the serious underlying message regarding the use and abuse of our emergency services.

I’ve been mentoring a young writer, John Lebbon from Cumbria, and we’ve written a script about life in that part of the world. I've found it a refreshing change to get out of inner cities and examine how disaffected youth struggle with modern day life out in the countryside, where fewer opportunities in terms of work, leisure and relationships go hand in hand with less hope, more frustration and despair.

The fact that these emotions seem to be amplified when viewed in an area of natural beauty, where outsiders are thrilled by idyllic landscapes, yet the youngsters who live there view it as a bleak world, is a strong theme I think.

Any burning ambitions for the future?

I’d be greedy to want any more. I’ve been so very fortunate to have so much success in two professions that I’ve loved. I suppose that if pushed, I’d like to write and direct a quality sitcom. I think that directing is a natural progression from writing.

A man walks into a doctors and says “Doctor I think I’m a moth” and the doctor says, “You need to see a psychiatrist, I’m only a GP” and the man says, “I was on the way to see the psychiatrist but then I saw your light on”.

Dave’s ‘Words Don’t Come Easy’ tour returns in the autumn - for more details and a full list of tour dates visit www.davespikey.co.uk. You can catch him live at Middleton Arena on 4th November 2011. To book contact the Arena Box Office: 0844 855 4020 (10am-4pm), call in at the box office or book online: www.seetickets.com.

Enter our competition on page 71 for your chance to win a pair of tickets to see Dave live at Middleton Arena on 4th Nov.

Who makes you laugh?

Billy Connolly. My all time favourite stand-up comedian is a special performer; he has that almost unique gift of making you laugh no matter what he says, it’s his voice, his accent, his timing and the emphasis he uses on certain words and phrases. You

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Marjorie Thompson, managing director of Chantilly, said: “BCR Global is a family-run business doing a fantastic job recycling textiles and raising money for the Breast Cancer Campaign. We have one of their bra banks in our shop and I would encourage the ladies of Rochdale to donate their unwanted bras with us to help the scheme.”

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EXCITING FUTURE FOR CO-OP BIRTHPLACE A £1million major refurbishment project has begun on the Grade II listed Rochdale Pioneers Museum, on Toad Lane, Rochdale.

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he work is being carried out by building conservation and restoration specialists, William Anelay Ltd and funded by a major award by the Heritage Lottery Fund. e project, which is due to last 36 weeks, will involve the restoration and conservation of the museum, which is in the premises where the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers Society commenced trading in 1844. eir efforts are regarded as the birthplace of today’s global cooperative movement, which today involves more than 800 million people worldwide. e project will include upgrading the museum, improving access and providing a new education and meeting space. e ‘store’, as the Co-operative was affectionately know as in the Rochdale area until the late 1900s, first opened for business on 21st December 1844, initially for two nights per week, selling four key items; butter, sugar, flour and oatmeal. e Rochdale Pioneers continued to trade from the Toad Lane premises until 1867, when they opened their new central premises, built at a cost of £13,500. Aer the business transferred to the central premises, 31 Toad Lane was first used for storage and then, from 1868, as a tobacco factory.

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scheme that celebrates its significance… Our grant will help safeguard a truly unique collection and bring to life the treasure trove of pioneering social history it captures."

significance of the building, set up a special fund to raise sufficient money to purchase the building.

Eventually, the building was bought by the Cooperative Union (now called Co-operatives UK) in 1925. e store was opened as a museum in 1931 and was extensively restored and refurbished in the 1970s. e front ground floor room replicates the simplicity of the original Co-operative store of 1844. e £1million revamp will ensure that the story of the Rochdale Pioneers is secured for future generations. Sara Hilton, the head of the Heritage Lottery Fund in the North West, commented: "Rochdale was the birthplace of the Co-operative movement and we are proud to support this

Mervyn Wilson, one of the Co-operative Heritage Trust trustees added: “e refurbished museum will be a fitting tribute to the efforts of the Pioneers – who continue to be an inspiration to co-operative members throughout the world." e project will be completed by the end of the year and the museum will be ready to receive visitors from all over the world in 2012, the United Nations International Year of Co-operatives.

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Summer Days Out Falinge Park Rochdale Image Dave Kershaw

Live entertainment at Queens Park Heywood

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galleries and a local studies centre.

The museum is full of fun activities for kids and fascinating facts for adults. Kids can crawl through the coal pit, discover more about the past through smell and touch and dress up as characters from times gone by.

In Local Studies, families can research their family history together, find out the history of your house or the area you live in.

Open 7 days a week.

Adjacent to Touchstones is the beautiful wildlife haven, BROADFIELD PARK. As the oldest park in the borough, many of its historical Victorian features can still be seen today.

Take a journey back in time on the EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAy. The service operates between Heywood and Rawtenstall, with stations at Bury and Ramsbottom. Fans of Thomas can spend the day with the little blue engine and his friends on Sat 6th and Sun 7th August. There’s also a Teddy Bear’s Picnic on 29th August. Please visit www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk for more details.

Take a stroll around the nation’s favourite park! QUEEN’S PARK, IN HEyWOOD, won the People’s Choice Green Flag award for 2010. It’s packed full of things to do, with a lake, activity centre, visitor’s centre, café, tennis courts and plenty of bird life. Bird walks take place on the first Friday of every month.

Nestled on a hillside overlooking the beautiful IRWELL VALLEy, BLEAKHOLT ANIMAL SANCTUARy (Bury Old Road, Edenfield) is a charity committed to caring for rescued dogs, cats, farm animals and small pets. The sanctuary is open to visitors everyday 10am-4pm. There are also open days on the 10th July and 25th Sept. Please log on to www.bleakholt.org or call 0844 257 0411 for more information.

FALINGE PARK’S NEWLy REFURBISHED CHILDREN’S PLAy AREA is packed full of things to do. Whilst you’re there, say hello to Tree Beard (pictured) and the many other beautiful carvings in the park (near to the children’s play area).

GREATER MANCHESTER FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE MUSEUM, at Rochdale Fire Station is open on Fridays (except bank holidays) and the first Sunday of every month 10am-4pm with free admission.

Experience the awesome power of the world’s largest working steam mill engine.

ELLENROAD ENGINE HOUSE (Elizabethan Way, Rochdale) is in steam on the first Sunday of every month from midday4pm. For more details log on to www.ellenroad.org.uk.

Take a trip onboard the PLEASURE BOAT the LADy ALICE ACROSS HOLLINGWORTH LAKE, Littleborough.

The Lake’s Visitor Centre has a small museum, cafe and gift shop, plus lots of guides and information about the area. The Water Activity Centre provides a range of activities for all abilities, including sailing, windsurfing and canoeing.

HEALEy DELL NATURE RESERVE sits in a picturesque part of the Spodden Valley. It is rich in wildlife, with delightful scenery, spectacular waterfalls and a fascinating archaeological history. A disused railway line is now a nature trail, with magnificent views from a 100-foot high viaduct. Please visit www.healeydell.org.uk.

THE ROCHDALE FEEL GOOD FESTIVAL will return this year – bigger and better than ever! Make sure you head into the town centre on Fri 2nd and Sat 3rd September for the two day celebration of entertainment, food and culture. Rochdale’s indoor venues and town centre will be filled with some of the best musicians, star chefs and artists. Plus all the entertainment is free!

Acts already announced for the main stage include FUN LOVIN’ CRIMINALS, BADLy DRAWN BOy, FRANKIE & THE HEARTSTRINGS. Star chefs AINSLEy HARRIOTT, AAzAM AHMAD AND ANDREW NUTTER will be demonstrating their culinary skills and sharing their recipes in the celebrity food kitchen. For the latest news visit www.rochdale.gov.uk/events.

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BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED HISTORIC BUILDING Blue Pit Mill has injected new life into Castleton Blue Pit Mill has been beautifully restored and kept its original features such as the hard wood floors, huge windows and spacious ceiling height.

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HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET Healthy eating on a budget takes a little planning and creativity. But, if you consider the huge rewards: improved health and increased savings, you’ll find it’s well worth the effort!

Here are some handy tips to help you get started… * Plan detailed weekly menus. is saves money, balances your diet and reduces wasted food. * Make a shopping list before going to the supermarket. Be aware that supermarkets put certain products at eye-level to attract your attention. You will need extra discipline to stick to your list, however tempting that offer might be! * A healthy breakfast is an important way to start the day and oatmeal is a great choice. It’s cheap and has no added salt or sugar. You can give yourself even more benefit by adding seeds, fresh berries, raisins or cooked apples. Just try to avoid adding too much sugar. If you don’t enjoy hot cereal, try mixing oats with plain low fat yoghurt and some grated apple and cinnamon. * e freezer is your friend! Keep a supply of fruit and vegetables in the 24

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freezer. Frozen fruit and vegetables are oen cheaper than fresh fruit and vegetables, but still count towards your five-a-day. Plus, you can use then whenever you want, which cuts down on waste. * Double the recipe when preparing a large meal. en freeze half of it to use later for convenient quick lunches or suppers. is will also stop you reaching for the nearest calorie-laden microwave meal. * Tins win – Tinned oily fish, such as sardines and salmon, are oen cheaper to buy than fresh fish. Yet, they still contain heart-friendly omega 3 fats, are simple to prepare and have a long shelf life. Opt for ones in spring water to keep the salt to a minimum. * Buy fresh fruits and vegetables when they are in season. ey taste great and are cheaper too. Leovers can be turned

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On arriving at Browns’ Handcrafted Cakes you will be encouraged to relax with a hot drink while you browse the previous cakes created at Brown’s Handcrafted Cakes in their design books. Natasha Brown, the owner, will then take time to sit with you discussing your ideas until together you have created a sketch of your dream celebration cake. Each cake is made individually and every last detail can be chosen by you.

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C onnecting with Community oulder Hill Community School and Sandifords Gallery have joined forces this summer, to showcase oulder Hill students’ innovative art, textiles and technology work. Sandifords Gallery have kindly offered to host an exhibition at their Drake Street premises, which will be open to the public throughout the summer.

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ndrew Saunders, a GCSE student will be presenting a body of sculptural work based on 1970’s and 1980’s horror movies. He has looked at iconic characters from some of his favourite films and produced sculptures using latex, wood and fabric. This includes a life-size sculpture of the famous “Here’s Johnny!” moment from ‘The Shining’. other characters making a macabre appearance are from ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’. one of oulder Hill’s Year 13 students, Kimberley Williams, will have a stunning table light on show, based on Greek mythology. Kimberley spent approximately 80 hours designing her lamp, which is based on a flower petal arrangement, with intricate etching detail in acrylics.

Work from Year 11 textile students, includes Aimee Williams’ nursery wall hanging, with colourful appliqué fabrics and embroidery detail. Sasha Chaplin has created an embroidered and appliqué waistcoat, based on a Spanish theme. Charlotte Mennie has also made a waistcoat, based on contemporary punk. Embroidered dresses based on indian art and cushion covers with diamante finishes will also be exhibited.

A wide variety of the student’s paintings will also be on show, guaranteed to stretch your imagination and get conversations flowing!

The unique exhibition will run from 14th July until 31st August at Sandifords, 78 Drake Street, Rochdale (open fully during the Metro works). The exhibition is free and everyone is welcome, so why not take your family and friends along this summer. www.rochdalestyle.com

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Justin Moorhouse

Comedian & Key 103 Presenter

STYLE EXCLUSIVE

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Manchester-born Justin Moorhouse is a multi-talented northern bloke... stand up, acting, writing and radio presenting are all in a day’s work.

He is probably best known for his daily Key 103 radio show, ‘Tea Time with Justin Moorhouse’, where his quick-witted spontaneity has earned him a huge fanbase of avid listeners.

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is numerous TV credits include playing young Kenny in the awardwinning Phoenix Nights, plus Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The Charlotte Church Show, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Grumpy Guides and Shameless to name but a few.

Justin also appeared in the 2009 Ken Loach film Looking For Eric and Manchester-based feature film Being Sold, which is soon to be released.

Style caught up with Justin to discuss his upcoming stand up tour, his new Radio Four sitcom and stepping onto those Weatherfield cobbles…

brilliant bonus. If everything else went overnight, I'd be upset but not as much as if someone told me I couldn't do stand up again.

Are you looking forward to

and together and he's not really. I can't think where the inspiration came from.

What projects have you got coming up?

The tour is the big one. Hopefully something else will come of the radio sitcom, fingers crossed. Then in December I'm back in rehearsals at the Royal Exchange Theatre for TWO by Jim Cartwright in January.

We heard you made a brief appearance on Corrie recently?

yes I played Doug, I flogged a car to Sally Webster! It was a brilliant experience, walking on them cobbles it's like stepping into your TV set.

touring again in the autumn?

Can't wait. I've been doing a lot of gigs - getting stuff right etc, in the clubs, but I can't wait to do theatres.

What can we expect from your

What advice would you give to aspiring entertainers?

If you HAVE to do it - do it. If you don't - don't. Work hard and keep at it.

It's a brilliant life, even trying.

tour?

I'll be talking about the following subjects… labradors, kids, France, parks, boating lakes, furniture, pot noodles, caravans and boiled eggs.

Why do you think the North

What does the future hold? Any secret ambitions?

My ambition is to be a stand up comedian for the rest of my life. If I can do that and do other things that I enjoy, I'll be more than happy.

You’re a comedian, actor, writer

produces so many great

and radio presenter… who

comedians?

What is your favourite joke?

organises your diary?!

I think everywhere produces it’s own fair share. Though I think the North and the North West in general have had a good run over the last few years. I suppose it's an identity thing.

People round here are quite proud of the area and don't mind being associated with it. Our sense of humour develops from our friends and parents and most people I know are really funny in private. Just takes an ego and the personality disorder of a stand up to do it in public.

My favourite joke can't be reproduced here. The punchline is "yes, but don't hit me as hard as you hit the alligator".

2011. To book, contact the

career have you enjoyed the

Tell us about your new Radio

4020 (10am-4pm), call in at the

most up to now?

Four sitcom, ‘Everyone Quite

Box Office or book online:

I'm a stand-up comedian who does other things. I'm most happy/comfortable on stage with a microphone telling stories and trying to make people laugh. Everything else is a

Likes Justin’…

www.seetickets.com.

Well pretty much every day Monday - Friday is taken up with the Key 103 show from late afternoon. For everything else I have a team of people looking after me - stylists, PA's, chefs etc. Have you seen that Peter Andre programme? It's pretty much like that most of my life is in a people carrier going from one place to another. (In truth my diary is organised by my agents - they're brill!).

What aspect of your varied

Justin’s tour ‘Can I Stay At Your House?’ starts in the autumn for more details and a full list of tour dates visit www.justinmoorhouse.com. You can catch him live at Middleton Arena on Saturday 1st October Arena Box Office: 0844 855

It's a traditional type sitcom audience - lots of jokes and big characters. It's about a Manchester based radio DJ who thinks he's funny

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EYRE OF OPTIMISM AT ROCHDALE AFC

After presiding over Rochdale Football Club’s most successful period in their footballing history, manager Keith Hill and assistant David Flitcroft have left the club to manage championship club Barnsley.

It is a fact of life that these days the only constant at any football club are the supporters, and as much as fans are usually reluctant to see their manager leave, it is inevitable when a manager has been as successful as Keith Hill.

So exit Keith Hill, and enter Steve Eyre, the Manchester City Youth Team boss, who has already been making himself at home as Dale’s new manager.

Eyre revealed the role the former Dale boss had played in helping him to make up his mind to leave Manchester City after over 20 years: “Keith has always been a role model for me, ever since I was an apprentice at Burnley and he was a few years older, making the grade at Blackburn. He was an inspiration and showed me then what could be achieved.”

“Rochdale have punched above their weight in recent seasons and Keith Hill and Dave Flitcroft have to take a lot of the credit for that,” he said. “But I’m used to being around big shoes – Sven Goran Eriksson, Mark Hughes, Joe Royle to name a few – so I’m not daunted by the prospect of filling them!”

“It was never my intention to leave City, but Chris Dunphy and the board did not have too much trouble selling Rochdale to me.

The chairman and directors were all very supportive and it quickly dawned on me that this was an opportunity I had to take – a great club left in fine condition by Keith and Dave…It is a great opportunity and I'm very proud. I was invited to go along and speak to the Dale board and once I'd been here for five minutes I knew I was in the right place.”

There can be no doubt previous boss Keith Hill will be a tough act to follow but Eyre isn't put off by the legacy left by Hill. on the contrary, Eyre admits Hill left the club in a great position to build for the future. He commented, "I don't feel there is any pressure on me right now, but I'm not naïve, I know there will be times when there will be. We will have good times and there will be tough times, but there are some great fixtures home and away next season and we will go into them fully prepared.”

"I have met Keith a few times and I know they are big shoes to fill here at Spotland. I'll probably have to put three pairs of socks on to start with but I'm not intimidated by it.

I'm excited about the future because I have confidence in my ability.”

Style would like to wish Steve and the club the very best of luck for the season. www.rochdalestyle.com

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Festival time for Feel Good!

Fun Lovin’ Criminals

e Rochdale Feel Good Festival will return this summer, bigger and better than ever. e celebration of entertainment, food and culture, now in its fourth year, will include warm up events across the borough, prior to the free main attractions in Rochdale town centre on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 September.

Councillor Farooq Ahmed, Cabinet Member for Finance said the festival provides a valuable boost to the local economy:

“e Feel Good Festival is growing in popularity, bringing more people of all ages into the town every year to support our local businesses. I know we have a lot of work still to do in the town centre, but the festival helps to create a real buzz and is a fantastic showcase for residents and visitors.”

Last year thousands packed Rochdale town centre to see live performances from over 25 bands, vocalists and artists.

Acts already announced for the main stage, sponsored by e Flying Horse Hotel, include Fun Lovin’ Criminals, Badly Drawn Boy, Frankie & e Heartstrings, Doyle & e Fourfathers and Ellen and the Escapades. New events for 2011 includes ‘BBC Introducing in Manchester ’, which supports undiscovered and unsigned musicians. ey will be bringing 5 acts to a new indoor stage at e Litten Tree

in the town centre on the Friday, with the show being recorded for BBC Radio and iPlayer.

ere’ll be 4 star chefs in the Celebrity Food Kitchen, including the legendary Ainsley Harriott, Aazam Ahmad, Andrew Nutter and Alison Seagrave.

Frankie & e Heartstrings

e festival is organised by Rochdale Borough Council and Rochdale Town Centre Management, in partnership with Link4Life, doyoufeelgood.org and 96.2 e Revolution.

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THE ATRE SCHOOL

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Summer Look THE

With the Great British Summer upon us, here are some tips to make sure you're looking fabulous... whatever the weather!

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If they are popping through your fitflops or sandals they must look pristine. With lots of options for a long lasting colour there is no excuse for chips or smudges. Shellac is the new product, which sets your colour before you leave The Salon, this can last up to four weeks. or choose a funky Minx design to shrink wrap your nail, this also can last up to four weeks.

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HEADGEAR…Headbands, bandanas and flower corsages are popular this season. Try fabric headbands tied in innovative ways to get the 70s retro look. Wear them with loose slept-in hair to create that bohemian effect. Floppy wide-brimmed hats are also perfect for summer – a classic, chic way to protect your face and enjoy the beautiful weather.

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7 DRESS To IMPRESS Make an impact at weddings and parties this summer.

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Contents

Art

Art

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Comedy

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Countryside & Parks

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Heritage

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Music

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Last Tuesday of Every Month

Sat 24 Sept - Sat 22 Oct

Knitty Gritty

Quadrangle Textiles

Organised by Touchstones Rochdale Join our monthly knitting circle in the cafe. Bring along your own knitting projects, share ideas or start something new. No booking required.

Younger knitters are welcome in school holidays.

Time: 2pm-3.30pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

Organised by Littleborough Coach House 6ENUE Littleborough Coach House, Lodge Street, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

Comedy

Markets & Fairs

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Nightlife

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To Tues 12 July

Special Events

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‘Wetlands’ by Hollingworth Lake Ranger Service

Street Events & Festivals

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Theatre & Performing Arts

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Walks & Tours

06 – 09

Workshops & Talks

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

09 Thurs 14 July-Thurs 4 Aug

Rochdale Artists Exhibition Preview Events Guide is a Link4Life publication compiled by Rochdale Tourist Information Centre, Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AQ. Tel: 01706 924928

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

Enquiries & Bookings To find out more about any event, or to book tickets, please contact the organiser direct on the number provided with the event listing.

How to get there GMPTE Enquiries 0161 228 7811 or visit a GMPTE Travelshop

Sat 2 July

Jethro Organised by Gracie Fields Theatre Jethro’s tour comes to Rochdale for the first time. You’ll hear hilarious antics of rural comedy. Contains adult material. Refer www. graciefieldstheatre.com for on-line ticket sales.

6ENUE Gracie Fields Theatre, Hudon’s Walk, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: £17.50 Enquiries: 01706 716689

Countryside & Parks Sun 10 July, 14 Aug & 25 Sept

Hollingworth Lake Tidy Up Sat 23 July-Sat 20 Aug

Healey Dell Artists & Studio Three Organised by Littleborough Coach House 6ENUE Littleborough Coach House, Lodge Street, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

Organised by Friends of Hollingworth Lake Join these two hour tidy up and little pick sessions.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: July, Aug & Sept 1pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

Not listed?

If you would like your event listed free in a future issue of Preview then email us on preview@ link4life.org or post details to Rochdale TIC (address above). Photos and editorial, max 75 words, also welcome. Link4Life cannot guarantee to include all requests and may edit submissions at their discretion.

Deadline: October-December edition: 5 Aug

Regular events For a list of regular weekly groups and sessions visit www.link4life.org/whatson or contact Rochdale TIC to obtain a printed copy.

Lancashire Wildlife Trust Photo Competition Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

Preview can be made available in large print on request.

Preview Online Email tic@link4life.org to be added to our Preview E:Bulletin list and receive all the latest information.

Queen’s Park Summer Events Organised by Friends of Queen’s Park Sun 17 July – 12 noon Queen’s Park Dog Show Sat 23 July – 10am-4pm The Big Games with Link4Life Sun 24 July – 2.30pm Blackley Brass Band

Tues 23 Aug-Sun 11 Sept

Urban Gallery Exhibition

Large print

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

Mon 5 Sept-Sat 17 Sept

Sun 31 July – 2pm Middleton St Michael’s Church Brass Band Sun 14 Aug – 2.30pm Lisa Jane’s Dance Academy Sun 21 Aug – 11am Heywood’s Got Young Talent Mon 29 Aug – 2pm ‘Uncle Chris’ Children’s Entertainer 6ENUE Queen’s Park, Queen’s Park, Heywood Enquiries: 01706 620541 or 0797 6059534

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Organised by Littleborough Coach House 6ENUE Littleborough Coach House, Lodge Street, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

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‘Woodlands’ by Hollingworth Lake Ranger Service Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 373421

Sun 7 Aug

Country Craft Display Day Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Traditional craft displays and demonstrations.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: 11am-4pm – Drop in Enquiries: 01706 373421

Countryside & Parks Sat 20 Aug

'O 7ILD &AMILY 0OND $IP Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Celebrate Rochdale Canal Festival and discover what wildlife lurks within our pond. Limited places available, so booking essential.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Rd, Littleborough Time: 2pm-4pm Price: £1 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Enquiries: 01706 373421

Sun 21 Aug

Fun in the Country Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service A woodland theme for these summer holiday activities for children. Limited places and entry by pre-booked ticket only. Look out for durther details.

Tues 23 Aug: Living in the Woods Meet some woodland wildlife and learn bush craft skills. For children aged 7–11 years.

Thurs 25 Aug: Nature in Focus Explore our woods and take a closer look at nature. For children aged 11-14 years.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 2pm-4pm Price: £2.50 per person payable on booking Enquiries: 01706 373421

7ILDLIFE &ETE Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service A day of fun and games, stalls and wildlife information. In support of Lancashire Wildlife Trust.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Road, Littleborough Time: 11am-4pm – Drop in Enquiries: 01706 373421

Weds 24 Aug

Teddy Bears Picnic Organised by Friends of Alkrington Woods Family fun with prizes for the best dressed teddy.

6ENUE Hall Slope, Alkrington Woods Time: 2pm Enquiries: 01706 350459

Earth | Atmosphere

Still Life Gallery Three 9 July – 10 September

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This exhibition combines still life paintings from the Art Gallery’s permanent collection dating from the 19th and 20th centuries featuring contemporary still life paintings from the artist Joseph O’Reilly’s.

Different Threads Imagengine- Gallery One 16 July – 10 September

Touchstones Rochdale

Earth | Atmosphere presents ceramics by Halima Cassell and textiles by Seiko Kinoshita as part of The shape of things, a national programme that explores the distinctive contribution artists make to influence or reflect national identity, the intercultural nature of British society and its connection with global cultures. Earth | Atmosphere is a touring exhibition by Bilston Craft Gallery supported by Arts Council England.

The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AQ | 01706 924492

'ALLERY &OUR 9 July – 10 September

Imagengine artists Glennis Brierley, Christine Clarke, Louise Day and Noreen White have been working together for the past seven years. This exhibition provides an opportunity to see recent textile-based work each artist has produced.

Coming soon…People’s Art 2011 1 October – 26 November The annual art exhibition giving local people the opportunity to exhibit in their local gallery at Touchstones Rochdale. Handing-in dates: Tuesday 13 to Saturday 17 September 2011. For an entry form ring 01706 924492.

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To Thurs 25 Aug Weds & Thurs Afternoons

St. Chad’s Churchwatch Sessions Organised by Rochdale Parish Church, St. Chad’s Rochdale’s magnificent Parish Church is open for visitors to drop in There has been a church on the hill overlooking the town for at least 1,000 years. A church from Saxon times still serving the Rochdale of today with medieval stonework and splendid stained-glass.

6ENUE St. Chad’s Parish Church, Sparrow Hill, Town Hall Square Time: 2pm-4pm Enquiries: 01706 644224

East Lancashire Railway Refer to www.east-lancs-rly.co.uk for further details. &RI *ULY 3UN *ULY Summer Diesel Weekend Widely acclaimed as the best Diesel extravaganza of any British heritage railway, this year’s Diesel Gala promises to be bigger and better than in previous years.

Sat 6 & Sun 7 Aug Day out with Thomas See Thomas and Friends LiveTM in a great weekend for all the family.

Sun 11 Sept 6INTAGE 4RANSPORT 'ATHERING Experience the style and glamour from the 1920’s to the 1970’s with a wonderful display of beautifully restored motor vehicles.

6ENUE East Lancashire Railway stations Bookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790 (10am-4pm)

Steam Sundays at Ellenroad Steam Museum Experience the awesome power of the world’s largest working steam engine in full steam and on public display on the first Sunday of the month plus special attraction. Refer to www.ellenroad. org.uk for further details.

Sun 3 July In Steam plus display by the Northern Meccano Society Sun 7 Aug In Steam plus Gerald Cottell’s Miniature Working Models.

Sun 4 Sept In Steam plus an exhibition of prints by Rochdale Photographic Society and a display of 6INTAGE #AMERAS 6ENUE Ellenroad Engine House, Elizabethan Way, Milnrow Time: 12noon-4pm Price: £3 adults, £2.50 concessions, £8 family ticket, under 5’s free Bookings/enquiries: 07855 331074 or 07789 802632 for recorded message for events.

'- &IRE 3ERVICE -USEUM /PEN $AYS A favourite with all ages, featuring working exhibits and a model fire engine exhibition. Open day first Sunday of the month plus special events.

For details visit www.manchesterfire.gov.uk\ museum Sun 3 July #HILDREN S &UN $AY Sun 7 Aug Open Day Sun 4 Sept Summer Special 6ENUE Maclure Road, Rochdale Time: 10am-4pm Price: Free Enquiries: 01706 901227

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre Featuring 10FT Fez and Ska Face.

6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 7.30pm till late Price: £10 Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 624104

Mon 11 July-Sat 16 July

Glitz, Glamour and Groove Organised by Middleton Arena/Anita Tymcyshyn Dance School 6ENUE Middleton Arena, Corporation Street Bookings/Enquiries: 0844 855 4020

Sat 23 July, 27 Aug & 24 Sept

Sat Evening Dance with Neil Gibbons Organised by Heywood Civic Centre Contact the Box Office for further details or tickets available on the door.

6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 7.30pm-11.30pm Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 624104

Tues 26 July, 23 Aug, 27 Sept

Lunchtime Concert Organised by Littleborough Coach House Concert on the last Tues of each month by local musicians with different performers each month.

6ENUE Littleborough Coach House, Lodge Street, Littleborough Time: 1pm Price: £2 Enquiries: 01706 378481

$ANIEL &OX ,IVE Organised by Heywood Civic Centre In aid of Cancer Research UK. 6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: Doors 7pm Price: £10 adults, £5 under 18’s & concessions, £25 family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 624104

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Kirsty Almeida and the Troubadours

Every year on four days in September, Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission.

Buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors, from town halls to temples with a fantastic free festival that can be enjoyed by all ages.

8-11 September 2011 For programme details ring 01706 924928 or visit www.link4life.org/events

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Sat 9 July

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Part of Rochdale Feel Good Festival 2011.

Kirsty Almeida brings her seven-piece band and circus-like mix of folk, jazz and blues songs to Heywood for a very special evening of entertainment. Kirsty released her critically acclaimed debut album ‘Pure Blue Green’ in 2010 and is widely tipped by the music press as one of the hot names to watch. Guest DJ: Coop.

6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 8pm-11pm Price: £7 Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 624104 or www.seetickets.com

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Wardle Anderson Band with Rochdale Girls’ Choir

Soul Night

Middfest

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre Dancing into the early hours with some of the best Northern Soul in the region. Late bar available.

6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 8pm till late Price: £5 on the door Enquiries: 01706 624104

Family fun for all.

6ENUE Limefields Park, Middleton Time: From 12noon Enquiries: Please contact Rochdale TIC for further information 01706 924928 or 01706 923124

Organised by Heywood Local Committee, Cancer Research Songs from the shows. Time and ticket price to be confirmed - please phone.

6ENUE Wardle High School Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 631683

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Sat 16 July, 20 Aug & 17 Sept

Motown Night Organised by Heywood Civic Centre 6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 8pm till late Price: £5 pay on the door Enquiries: 01706 624104

Sat 9 July

Organised by Queen’s Park, Heywood 6ENUE Queen’s Park, Heywood Time: 12.30pm Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 620541 or 07976059534

Midnight Walk Organised by Middleton Arena/Springhill Hospice Ladies only sponsored walk now in its 5th year – for details refer to www.springhill.org.uk 6ENUE Middleton Arena, Corporation Street Enquiries: 0844 855 4020 or 01706 653555

Sun 3 July-Sun 11 Sept

Rochdale Town Hall Car Boot Sales

Tues 16 Aug

Organised by Rochdale Town Centre Management Company Car Boot Sales - Get rid of your old stuff and earn some cash doing it!!!! No booking necessary; simply turn up on the day. Dates includes Sun 3/7, Sun 17/7, Sun 7/8, Mon 29/8 (Bank Holiday), Sun 11/9.

6ENUE Rochdale Town Hall Square Car Park, The Esplanade Time: 8am-1pm Price: Car £12, Van £20 Enquiries: 01706 926676

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Organised by Littleborough Events and Associations Forum Featuring a Craft Fair inside the Conservative Club. Please refer to www.littleboroughlocal.co.uk for further details.

6ENUE Peel Street, Littleborough Time: 10am-3pm Enquiries: S Lister 01706 373371 or email: leaf@ littleboroughlocal.co.uk

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre 6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 1.30pm-3.30pm, 5.30pm-7.30pm Bookings/enquiries through: 01706 624104

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Organised by St Paul’s Church, Edenfield Road, Norden Memorabilia of the history and current life of St Paul’s with flower displays and organ recitals.

Sunday Songs of Praise at 6.30pm.

6ENUE St. Paul’s Church, Norden Time: Fri & Sat 10am-8pm. Sun 12noon-6pm Price: £4 (Accompanied Under 16s Free) Enquiries: 01706 649105/650835 or ian.g.short@btinternet.com

Sat 9 July-Sat 16 July

Tues 9 Aug

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Organised by Heywood Civic Centre One of the biggest and best around, Café and licensed bar.

6ENUE Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street Time: 7pm-9pm Price: £1.50 adults, £1.20 concessions, 1st child £1.20 Bookings/Enquiries: 01706 624104

Rochdale will host its first Arts Feel Good Festival in the summer. There will be painting, sculpture and pottery, film and photography, poetry and percussion, dancing, drama and circus.

Activities at Touchstones Rochdale 11am-4pm on Sat 9 July with activities borough-wide throughout the week.

Bookings/enquiries: 01706 924928 (TIC) for further information or visit www.rochdaleartsfeelgood.org

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Organised by LEAF Traditional Rushcart Procession plus a three day festival of arts and music in local pubs, clubs and library featuring music workshops, concerts and dances.

6ENUE Hare Hill Park, Littleborough Square & Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre Enquiries: 01706 924928 (TIC), 0753 0966374 or 01706 662978. www.leaf4you.co.uk www.littleboroughlocal.co.uk

Special Events

Car Boot Sale

Sun 10 July , Sun 14 Aug & Sun 11 Sept

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Sun 11 Sept

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Weds 13 July

Organised by Rochdale Rotary Club In support of the Heritage Open Days event. For stall information contact David Acton on 01706 642361 6ENUE Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade Time: 10am-4pm Price: Stalls £30 General enquiries: 01706 924928 (Rochdale TIC)

Organised by Cartwheel Arts 6ENUE Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade Time: Workshops 2pm-5pm; Stalls & Music 5pm6pm; Live Spoken Word Performances 6pm-9pm Bookings/enquiries: For tickets please contact Emma 01706 361300 or email: emma@ cartwheelarts.org.uk

Sun 7 Aug

3PARTH 3UMMER &ESTIVAL Organised by Sparth Community Centre A mixture of stalls, bouncy castle, fun activities to be enjoyed! A multi-cultural Summer Festival.

Please refer to www. sparthcommunitycentre. co.uk.

6ENUE Sparth Community Centre, Norman Road, Rochdale Time: 1pm- 4pm Enquiries: Kenny Farrar 01706 527276

Sat 13 Aug-Sun 28 Aug

2OCHDALE #ANAL &ESTIVAL Rochdale Canal Festival - All welcome. Daily events – providing a fortnight of fun packed activities for all ages, along the length of the Rochdale Canal. Please refer to www. rochdalecanal.wordpress.com.

6ENUE Littleborough and region Time: Various Enquiries: 01706 924928

Sat 27 Aug -Sun 4 Sept

,ITTLEBOROUGH !RTS &ESTIVAL Organised by Littleborough Arts Festival Committee This successful event in its 10th year attracts artists and visitors from all over the UK. Open to artists of all levels. This week long event aims to promote art within the local community with various workshops for all ages and provide selling opportunities for artists.

6ENUE Littleborough Coach House Lodge Street Littleborough Enquiries: 07714 458052 or 01706 378481

Sun 4 Sept

(EYWOOD #HARITIES &ETE Organised by Queen’s Park, Heywood 6ENUE Queen’s Park, Heywood Time: Please contact for information Price: £2 adult, £1 child, £5 family ticket Bookings/enquiries: 01706 620541 or 07976059534

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Organised by Just Poets Just Poets will be hosting folk ‘n poetry nights offering a combination of poetry and occasional acoustic songs.

6ENUE The Baum, Toad Lane – a cosy, traditional real ale and wine bar in Rochdale and on the site where the Co-operative movement was founded.

Time: 8pm &OR DETAILS REFER TO www.justpoets2.com & www.thebaum.co.uk

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Write Out Loud Organised by Paul Blackburn & Gemma Lees Paul Blackburn and Gemma Lees continue to present wonderful poetry nights, with a guest poet each month, drawn out of a hat at the previous meeting, and floor spots available for readers.

6ENUE The Old Boar’s Head, Middleton Time: 8pm &OR DETAILS AND OTHER EVENTS www.writeoutloud. net/public/blogentry.php?blogentryid=15676

Sat 9 July

Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise Organised by Gracie Fields Theatre Bringing to life the giants of the rock ‘n’ roll years with Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Eddie Cochran and the Big Bopper backed by a superb band.

6ENUE Gracie Fields Theatre, Hudson’s Walk Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: £16 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 716689. www.graciefieldstheatre.com

Sat 10 Sept

An Audience with Peter Shilton Organised by Gracie Fields Theatre England goalkeeping legend talks about a career that spans 30 years.

6ENUE Gracie Fields Theatre, Hudson’s Walk, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: £14.50 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 716689. www.graciefieldstheatre.com

Sat 17 Sept

Sausage & Samosa Organised by Gracie Fields Theatre Eve, a dry-stone wall expert is fast becoming a wilting wallflower. Tired of dating agencies Eve taps into the Asian culture of arranged marriages.

6ENUE Gracie Fields Theatre, Hudsons Walk, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: £10 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 716689. www.graciefieldstheatre.com

Sat 24 Sept

Pluck!

Organised by Gracie Fields Theatre What happens when Bach to the Beatles falls into the hands of talented idiots? Bring the family for totally unpredictable musical arson!

6ENUE Gracie Fields Theatre, Hudson’s Walk, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: £12.50 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 716689. www.graciefieldstheatre.com

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Preview Events Guide

Walks & Tours Walks organised by Rochdale Countryside Service are graded to help you choose walks suitable to you:EASY – A gentle stroll, usually on fairly even ground.

MEDIUM – A more energetic walk, possibly involving some hill and moor land walking.

HARD – Strenuous walk, often all day, requiring a high standard of fitness.

Sun 3 July

Sun 24 July

Off the Beaten Track Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Join Ranger Jude Murray for an afternoon walk discovering some of the quieter areas around and about Hollingworth Lake, with 1 medium gradient.

Duration: 2 hours Graded: Easy 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 2pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

The Summit to the Edge Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Wildlife themed walk from Summit Quarry to Blackstone Edge and back. Regrettably no dogs.

Packed lunch, suitable clothing and footwear.

Duration: 3-4 hours, 6 miles Graded: Medium (one steep incline) 6ENUE Summit Quarry Car Park, off Todmorden Road, Summit, Littleborough Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Thurs 28 July

Summer Tree ID Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service A beginners guide to identifying trees using leaves, bark and buds.

Duration: 2 hours Graded: Easy 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 1pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sat 9 July

Go Wild Picnic in the Woods Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Bring a picnic and enjoy a family walk through Ealees to Whittaker Wood exploring and getting to know our local woodlands. Limited places, so booking essential.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 11am-1pm Price: £1 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sat 30 July

Car Trip - Moses Gate Country Park, Bolton Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A car trip looking at dragonflies, butterflies and flowers.

Graded: Easy ramble. New members welcome.

6ENUE Depart from the cul de sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, Rochdale Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 658260

Sun 10 July

Wildflower Walk

Sat 13 Aug

Organised by Friends of Alkrington Woods A stroll through the woods looking for summer flowers.

Duration: 2 hours 6ENUE Lever Bridge, Alkrington Woods, Middleton Time: 2pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Coach Trip - Malham, N. Yorkshire Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A coach trip looking at butterflies, birds, dragonflies & flowers.

6ENUE Depart from the cul de sac at the bottom of Manchester Road, Rochdale Time: 9am Price: Members £12, Non-members £14 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 644394

Sat 16 July

Coach Trip - Skipwith Common, near Selby

Sat 20 Aug

Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A coach trip looking at butterflies, dragonflies, birds & flowers.

6ENUE Depart from the cul de sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, Rochdale Time: 9am Price: Members £12, Non-members £14 Bookings/enquiries through: 01706 644394

A Blue Badge Guided heritage walk with Anne Thomas along the Rochdale Canal from Littleborough. Calling in at Little Clegg and Clegg Hall.

Duration: approx 2 hours Graded: Easy Time & Place: 1.30pm outside Littleborough Coach House Bookings and Enquiries: 01706 924928

Sun 24 July

Rochdale Canal and Clegg Hall

Waugh’s Well That Ends Well Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Join Ranger David Hogg on this walk to Waugh’s Well, returning via Knowl Hill and Naden reservoirs.

Duration: 6 hours, 12 miles Graded: Hard 6ENUE Healey Dell Rangers Office Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Sat 27 Aug

Car Trip - Ogden Reservoir, Halifax Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A car trip looking at birds, butterflies and flowers.

Graded: Easy ramble 6ENUE Depart from the cul de sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, Rochdale Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 658260

Rock Choir Concert Sun 10 July – 7.30pm | Adults £13, Concs £10

&RI *ULY n PM FOR PM \ 4ICKETS a Mu brings to the Middleton Arena the chance to enjoy the sounds of real traditional African music. Born in Guinea Bisau in Africa and now based in Spain, Mu is a singer-songwriter, composer and multi-instruments musician with a background in Jazz-Fusion and Negro Spiritual. Presented by Afripromo.

7ED 4HUR &RI *ULY !UG n PM Adults ÂŁ10, Concs ÂŁ8 This wonderful play by the award winning writer Jim Cartwright comes to the Middleton Arena this summer. The 2 actors will be played by Louis Emerick (Brookside, Last of the Summer Wine and Layer Cake) and Lynne Fitzgerald (Award Winning Comedienne) Directed by Paul Carmichael. Presented by MS Promotions Tickets online: www.seetickets.com

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The UK’s original and first ever contemporary choir – featuring individuals from all walks of life who enjoy singing and having fun - offers up-lifting performances of well known feel good contemporary songs guaranteed to leave audiences on a high.

For details visit www.rockchoir.com

Broadway & Beyond Back to Broadway Sat 17 Sept - 7.30pm | Adults £15.50, Concs £13.50 Back by popular demand, this year’s production is a new compilation of a scintillating selection of forty musical numbers from a century of Broadway shows. A dazzling performance not to be missed!

+AREYCE &OTSO Sun 30 October – 7.30pm for 8pm | Tickets: £17 A foot in her culture and the other one in a modern world, Kareyce Fotso is an African woman, full of life, humour and a powerful voice.

Multi-talented guitarist, percussionist and dancer, on stage, Kareyce rocks us with her pretty melodies and then flips in a more traditional African sound. Presented by Afripromo.

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Walks & Tours Sat 10 Sept

Coach Trip - Whisby Nature Reserve, Lincolnshire Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A coach trip looking at birds, flowers and butterflies.

6ENUE Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, Rochdale Time: 9am Price: Members £12, Non-members £14 Bookings/enquiries: 01706 644394

Sat 10 Sept

Sat 17 Sept

Rochdale Ghost Walks

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service & Queen’s Park Enjoy a woodland walk in the Roch Valley.

Duration: 2 hours Graded: Easy 6ENUE Meet at the Car Park, Queen’s Park, Queen’s Park Road, Heywood Time: 1pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 620541 or 07976059534

Organised by Colin Meredith

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Bat Night

Sun 18 Sept

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Join Rangers on a walk looking for bats using bat detectors. Weather dependent, booking essential.

Torch and suitable clothing.

Duration: 2-3 hours Graded: Easy 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: Walk starts 7.15pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Ten mile round trip following the Roman Road with a swift drink at the White House.

Duration: 5-6 hours Graded: Hard 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Blackstone Edge

Ghostly tales and murderous deeds from Rochdale’s past will chill you to the core on these evening walks around Rochdale town centre. After the walk you can warm yourself in the cosy surroundings of the Baum, one of Rochdale’s finest ‘Real Ale’ pubs.

Rochdale Ghost Walks will run on the first and third Thurs each month. Dates include 7 & 21 July, 4 & 18 Aug, 1 & 15 Sept. Private parties for up to 30 catered for.

6ENUE Meet at the Baum, 33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale OL12 ONU Time: 7.30pm-10pm (approximately 90 minutes) Price: £5 (all classes) Bookings/enquiries: 07774152620 or email: rochdaleghostwalks@yahoo.co.uk

Workshops & Talks Second Tues of Every Month

Sun 11 Sept

A Walk with a look at Pennine Produce Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Walk via Hare Hill Park, with a steep climb behind Town House via Whitfield to Handle Cottage.

Boots or stout shoes recommended. Limited places, booking essential.

Duration: 4-5 miles, 3-4 hours Graded: Medium 6ENUE Littleborough Square Time: 1pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sun 18 Sept

6ISIT THE .EIGHBOURS Organised by Friends of Alkrington Woods Follow paths and lanes to Tandle Hill Country Park.

Duration: 4 hours 6ENUE Lever Bridge, Alkrington Woods, Middleton Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Sat 24 Sept

Car Trip - Borsdane Wood, Westhoughton Sat 17 Sept

'O 7ILD 7OODLAND &ORAY Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Family activity hunting for various berries and other late summer goodies. Limited places, booking essential.

Duration: 2 hours Graded: Easy 6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Littleborough Time: 2pm-4pm Price: £1 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult Bookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society A car trip looking at birds and fungi.

Graded: Easy ramble 6ENUE Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, Rochdale Time: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 658260

Tues 12 July Barry Hobson, artist & photographer, with a presentation on ’Mining the Neighbourhood’ using slides, objects and art history.

Tues 9 Aug Dinah Winch, Curator of Gallery Oldham will speak on 20th century ceramics in the Oldham collection.

6ENUE Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 12.15pm-12.45pm coffee; 12.45pm1.45pm talk Enquiries: 01706 924492 or M Blakeley 01706 347699

Creative Writing for Pleasure

Organised by Rochdale Blue Badge Guides. All Tours – 2 Hour Duration. Price: £3 per person

An Afternoon to Remember Saturday 2nd July A guided countryside walk to discover the fascinating history of Norden and Ashworth and to visit Millcroft Tea Gardens, one of Rochdale’s unique attractions.

Time & Place: 2pm outside the Bridge Inn, Edenfield Road, Norden, Rochdale.

For many years the Friends have been helping the Art Gallery to conserve and acquire paintings for the collection. Talks by invited speakers about art history and craft are held most months with the occasional trip to visit other art collections. Talks cost £2 per person for members; £3 for non-members, which includes refreshments, payable on the door. No booking required. All welcome.

Thurs 7 July & Thurs 4 Aug

ROCHDALE BLUE BADGE WALKS 2011 Rochdale Town Hall – A Rochdale Gem Saturday 16th July & 13th August A guided tour of a Grade 1 listed Victorian Gothic Town Hall. Magnificent architecture and stained glass. Designed by W H Crossland.

Time & Place: 2pm in Rochdale Town Hall foyer.

Friends of Rochdale Art Gallery

TH #ENTURY 3POTLAND &ALINGE Saturday 9th July A guided heritage walk through Spotland. A workhouse, Edgar Wood and a Grade 1 listed church to a park associated with the Royds and Turner families.

Time & Place: 1.30pm in car park of St. Clement’s Church, Willbutts Lane, off Edenfield Road, Rochdale.

Rochdale & Co-operation Town Trail Saturday 20th August A guided tour of the Rochdale Pioneers Exhibition at Touchstones, then a town centre walk visiting important sites connected with the development of Co-operation in Rochdale.

Time & Place: 2pm inside Touchstones Rochdale foyer

Touchstones Rochdale is offering any would be or existing writers, the opportunity to open up a whole new world of creative expression. Whilst drawing inspiration from the rich and intriguing Arts & Heritage collections, the group will also join in some amusing and vibrant workshops.

Participants need not commit to every session of the project.

6ENUE Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 2pm-3.30pm Café Life Enquiries: 01706 924492

Sun 31 July

Bodge Yourself a Cool Stool!

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service Bodging and cleaving... come along and learn how from our woodland crafts experts. Bodge the legs, sort the seat and create a woodland stool.

Please wear sturdy boots/shoes.

6ENUE Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, Rakewood Rd, Littleborough Time: 9.30am-4pm Price: £35 per person, all materials provided Booking/enquiries: 01706 373421

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RAKE Mediterranean Tapas Restaurant and B&B Marking a new Dawn for the Rake Owners Mark & Dawn Wickham have now completed a major restoration of The Rake on Blackstone Edge Old Road.

The Rake can now offer 4*accommodation with silver award winning breakfast in an intimate setting. The building is steeped in history and the restoration has been done with the emphasis on luxury and relaxation, with a beautiful patio and garden area.

There is now excellent food and wine on offer together with accommodation that mixes the existing character of the 400 year old building, with cutting edge modern styling. It offers 4 en-suite rooms with either bath or shower, and each room has a large flatscreen TV with freeview.

Opening times Mon - Thurs 5pm - 9pm for food orders Fri - Sat 4pm -10pm Sunday 9am - 9pm Open for breakfast to non residents Sat & Sunday.

Blackstone Edge Old Road, Rochdale, OL15 0JX

To Book Call 01706 379689 ‎ www.raketapas.co.uk

Dine in Style ide. u g d o o f d o o The g

La Mancha Tapas Restaurant, in The Butts Rochdale, was chosen by the BBC series Waterloo Road for the first romantic dinner date between Actor’s Robson Green & Amanda Burton (pictured here outside the restaurant).

Restaurant is unique in both flavour and quality. They offer sophisticated dishes, laden with bursts of flavour. Indian dishes are authentic recipes made from fresh produce, the finest vegetables and the tastiest meats.

Whatever your preference for Indian food; hot or mild, vindaloo or korma - The Veenas Restaurant has something for everyone.

Book on 01706 366 822 41 York Street Heywood OL10 4NN

DEMETRIS CAFE & BISTRO Situated within the Coach House in Littleborough you will find Demetris Cafe & Bistro.

It is a cafe during the day, but on Friday and Saturday evenings, you can also experience

LA MANCHA TAPAS BAR

Overall’, ‘Long Serving Business’ & runner up

fantastic Greek Nights. The night’s include

La Mancha is Rochdale's only specialist tapas in ‘Best Eating Outlet’ as voted by the public & Greek Mezze, 15 courses, plate smashing, restaurant serving authentic Spanish cuisine in Rochdale Town Centre Business Awards. Plus free ouzo and a live bouzouki band. atmospheric surroundings. Situated in the

featured in The Good Beer Guide for the last

The venue is also available for private Greek

accessible with lots of local parking.

33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale. OL12 0NU. La Mancha was established over 10 years ago 01706 352 186 www.thebaum.co.uk

nights and can seat up to 36 people.

and has stood the test of time thanks to the

book your table now. Now open Sundays.

with our lunchtime specials, they also have an

THE CEDAR TREE AT THE SHEAF

extensive specials board with dishes from all

Rachel & Andrew have moved! After 10

quality and authenticity of its menu. Along

If you want the total Greek experience then

Littleborough Coach House Lodge Street Littleborough 01706 378481 / 07889 868 954

the regions of Spain. Why not join them for a

successful years at The Cedar Tree on

great party atmosphere. NEW TAkEAWAY

Huddersfield Road you can now find them at

SERVICE AVAILABLE collection only.(not

"The Cedar Tree at The Sheaf", Haugh Fold,

ROSE N BOWL RESTAURANT

available Sat & Sun) Closed Monday. Food

Newhey where they have transformed "The

The Rose N Bowl is a well recognised pub

served Tues - Thurs 12 - 2.30 & 6 - 9.30, Fri &

Wheatsheaf pub" into a stylish, modern

and restaurant, based in Stacksteads. It has

Sat 12-10.30, Sun 5 - 9.00.

Tapa's restaurant and bar offering fresh,

been owned by Lords the Caterers,

La Mancha 5 The Butts, Ave Rochdale OL16 1ES. www.tapasatlamancha.co.uk or for all bookings Tel: 01706 713400

seasonal, authentic Spanish dishes.

Whitworth, for over 20 years. It offers a varied

Special offers include 3 for 2 Tapa's on Wed,

food menu but also offers a traditional carvery.

THE BAUM Purveyors of Fine Wines, Ales &

coming up in the near future.

£14.80 or just main course carvery at £7.95.

Food.

www.thecedartree.net On Thursday a special pensioners 2 course Haugh Fold, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 3RF lunch is served midday-2.30pm, only £4.99.

Children & toddlers menus available.

Book on 01706 842626

Situated next to the CO-OP museum in a conservation area, The Baum has a

Thurs, Fri between 5-7pm and Sunday 1-4pm. The carvery offers a choice of up to four The restaurant is closed Monday & Tuesday.

succulent roast joints, carved by the resident

Check out the website for further details and

chef to your request.

discover what entertainment nights are

You can opt for the full three course carvery at

Early evening special served Friday 5pm-

welcoming oldie world ambience, with

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very heart of Rochdale, the restaurant is easily five years.

wooden floors and old enamel adverts. The

VEENAS

6.30pm. Weds Eve Special 4 for 2 in the

quality bar menu, served all day 7 days a

The Veenas Restaurant Club is a

Carvery when spending £12 on wine or drinks.

week, consists of light lunches, traditional

beautiful, authentic Indian Restaurant. The

Food served Tues to Thur 12-2 & 5.30 -9.30,

dishes and tapas (served in the evenings &

restaurant itself is impeccably laid out, with an Fri & Sat 12-9.30, Sun 12- 8.30.

weekends). The Baum offers an excellent

elegant East meets West style, where

selection of World beers on draught & bottles

attention to detail and exceptional service is

plus 5 ever changing guest cask ales & cider.

second nature.

Awarded Best Bar None ‘Best Pub’, ‘Best

The Indian food at The Veenas

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Newchurch Road Stacksteads OL13 0UG 01706 879555

THE WATERSIDE BAR RESTAURANT

freshly cooked ingredients to create a

THE HEALEY HOTEL

monthly table d’hôte menu as well as

A traditional local public house featured in The

The restaurant is nestled in the heart of the

regular Chef’s specials, all reasonably

Good Beer Guide. Proud of its quality home

Pennines; a fantastic venue with beautiful

priced at just £30 for 3 courses followed

cooked food served 7 days a week. Large beer

views of the surrounding Littleborough

with coffee.

garden & two boules piste. Quiz Night every

countryside, newly refurbished Rochdale

Prior booking is essential.

For reservations & all enquiries please Tel: 01706 350555 E.mail: info@mosslodgehotel.com www.mosslodgehotel.com

Tuesday from 9pm.

canal and a small walk from the scenic Hollingworth Lake, yet the ambience is relaxed and continental. The restaurant portrays an intimate and relaxed lounge feel, with a comfortable sofa seating area for drinks on arrival or just to socialise with

THE GALLOWS

friends and family. Using only the finest

Peter and Judith McCormick invite you and

ingredients and produce, Lisa & kristan

your family to their family friendly pub. Situated

have combined traditional cooking with a

within easy reach of Hollingworth Lake, the

passion for Mediterranean and Continental

Gallows is open all day every day, serving

cuisine, creating exciting and extensive

excellent value for money snacks and main

varied menus, from Lunchtime to A'la

meals. The pub offers real ales, with guest

Carte. A new summer menu has arrived

beers, plus a selection of fine wines.

together with a new bar and lightbites

Food served Monday to Saturday midday -

menu. Open Tues - Sunday

7pm Sunday midday - 6pm (inc Sunday Roast)

Book on 01706 376 250 No1 Inghams Lane Littleborough OL15 0AY www.thewatersideexperience.co.uk

The Gallows Kiln Lane Milnrow OL16 3JW www.thegallows.co.uk 01706 642898

Food served lunch Mon - Fri 11.30am - 2.30pm Evening 5pm – 8pm, Thurs & Fri 5pm - 9pm, Sat 11.30am - 9pm Sun 12pm - 6pm.

The Healey Hotel 172 Shawclough Road Healey Rochdale OL12 6LW Book on 01706 645 453

THE PACK HORSE INN THE CRAVEN

This classic country pub has good walking

Formally The Hacienda, this lovely wine

opportunities nearby and great views. It

bar & restaurant on Broad Lane, Rochdale

offers a good range of Lees beers and a

offers a friendly welcome and a relaxing

menu is available throughout the pub. The

ambience.

varied menu offers good quality and

The Craven now compliments its Tapas

interesting choices.

menu with an exciting English menu to

Special menu meal deal: Mon - Sat 12-6

suit all tastes. With a specials board and

two courses for £7.95 Food served: Mon-

early bird offers it is Rochdale's place to

Sat 11.30 - 9pm, Sun midday-8pm

be seen either for just a drink or to dine.

Elbut Lane Birtle Bury Lancs BL9 7TU 0161 764 3620

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THE BROADFIELD PARK HOTEL

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English & Tapas dishes.

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The Craven 7 Broad Lane Rochdale OL16 4PG Tel 01706 869897

the park lounge and bar leading to the park

Mon-Thur 4-7.

restaurant overlooking the beautiful Broadfield Park and Gardens. They offer a lunchtime bar snack menu with dinner in

MOSS LODGE

the evening. Lunch is served midday until

Rochdale’s premier 5 star luxury guest

2pm and dinner 6pm until 9.30pm. The

accommodation, wedding, conference &

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events venue.

The Broadfield Park Hotel Sparrow Hill Rochdale OL16 1AF 01706 639000 www.broadfieldparkhotel.co.uk

The Moss Lodge restaurant is now open for dinner to non-residents.

Using only the finest of locally sourced and

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Wedding receptions, dinners and other social events are welcomed and with our location and setting supported by the hotels interior we do provide the perfect location for any event.

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THE PARK INN

Behind the traditional facade of

The Park Inn owners know what customers like and

L’Italiano, on Oldham Road, lies

have devised both a snack menu and restaurant menu

a surprisingly modern interior

for those with a keen eye for value. They have already

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relaxing atmosphere, together

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with dishes which are freshly

All meals are prepared fresh so it’s well worth the wait

and imaginatively prepared. All dishes are prepared using fresh produce to offer

during busy times. They serve a delicious Sunday roast

the discerning diner a memorable dining experience. Now in its fifth year,

from midday-9pm for only £6.95.

L’italiano is Run by Valerio and Tony and has a real buzz on any day of the week,

Alongside the restaurant there is no lack of space and

providing a friendly welcome and satisfying food. You don’t have to be an Italian

seating for those who want to do what pubs used to do

food buff though – the aim is to make everyone feel at home, and

- exclusively - and have a drink or two. They have a pool

is a convivial place for any occasion. L’Italiano is also available

table, large screen TV and a quiz night on Thursday.

for your own exclusive party booking. Food served Tuesday -

Food served 7 days a week midday - 9pm.

Sunday 5pm onwards.

The Park Inn 121 Buckstones Road, Shaw, OL2 8DW Tel 01706 880497

L’Italiano - 370 Oldham Road, Rochdale, OL11 2AL 01706 346 523 L'Italiano held a summer charity evening at their Oldham Road restaurant, raising £700 in aid of Macmillan nurses. After a champagne reception, the guests were wined, dined on a five course dinner and entertained by Coronation Street actor Bruce Jones who was guest of honour.

THE ALBION INN The new Grill & Restaurant will be launched on 1st July offering diners grilled steaks, fish and vegetarian dishes all sourced from local producers.

Restaurant, Conference & Banqueting Centre “The Hotel Where People Matter”

The pub offers food from midday until 8 pm every day, whilst the Grill & Restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday. Open Mon - Wed 12-11.30 Thurs 12-12 fri & Sat 12-1 am Pub food served Mon - Sun 12 - 8 Restaurant open Thurs 5-9 Fri & Sat 6-10- Sun 12-8

The Albion Inn 600 Whitworth Road, Rochdale OL12 0SW 01706646889 the-albion-inn.co.uk

l 22ND JULY - "PINK TRIBUTE ACT" COMING SOON...... l 26TH AUGUST - "SOUL & MOTOWN BAND” l Cabaret/Tribute/Christmas & New Year Programmes Available (FANTASTIC LIMITED OFFER OF FREE CABARET TICKETS) l 3 Function Suites/Special Occasions/Banqueting for up to 200 guests l Wedding Venue with Elegant 3 acres of garden (PLEASE ENQUIRE FOR OUR LATEST WEDDING PACKAGES)

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Fun Fridays!

9th & 16th December 2011 Disco & Buffet £15.00 per head Doors open 7.30pm - Buffet 8.30pm Dancing & Party Fun till 1am

Sparkling Saturdays!

3rd December 2011 DEAN PILKINGTON Talented local artist who performs a selection of favourites from ‘The Rat Pack’ to Michael Buble 10th December 2011 MOTOWN DIVA All Motown tribute, she performs from the girl groups such as The Supremes, but also from male artists like Marvin Gaye 17th December 2011 JASON HUXLEY A professional vocalist & guitarist with an extensive catalogue of songs. Jason plays the Beatles to Prince to The Killers!

Traditional Christmas Dinner, artist & disco, dancing till 1am Dress to Impress! - £25.00 per head

New Years’ Eve Family Celebration!

Saturday 31st December 2011 7.30pm till late - party games, disco, hot supper

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Tom, Dick and Harry First Things First

MADS Theatre Company

St Ann’s Players.

The first night audience thoroughly enjoyed MADS production of Tom Dick and Harry, by Ray and Michael Cooney.

St Ann’s Players first production of 2011 was the very funny comedy ‘First Things First’ by Derek Benfield and it proved to be an excellent choice providing an evening of laughs a-plenty. The cast did not disappoint, in a story filled with all the usual hilarious situations one expects to find in a good comedy.

Director Jane Jeffery, assembled a very strong cast in a complicated plot and they all put in very strong performances. The three brothers of the title were played by Peter Dignan, as the mature Tom, Jeff Brookes, as the sly Dick and Mark Stubbert, as dozy hospital porter Harry.

In what at first appears to be a basic plot, charmless Tom and his anxious wife Linda (Chloe Birtwistle), eager to adopt a baby, are waiting for the lady from the agency to turn up and carry out one last check, to ensure that they are fit for purpose. But on this crucial day their dreams are scuppered when Tom’s brothers, Dick and Harry, arrive with ideas of their own.

The play takes place in the home of Pete (Peter Dignan) and Sarah (Annette Nodwell). The couple have been happily married for six months but this is not to last. Sarah becomes suspicious of Pete when he pushes her to go out for the night. She decides to feign a broken ankle in an attempt to put paid to whatever he has planned.

As an added distraction, she also invites round her formidable mother Margot (Judith Mansfield), with the pretence of bandaging her ankle but really to ask her advice.

Pete eventually admits that he is meeting his old friend and best man, George (Tim Keiley), so Sarah and her mother, who is still suspicious of Pete, agree to go out.

George appears and after a few nervous drinks announces that Pete’s first wife Jessica (Joanne Frost) was not killed in a climbing accident, as they had previously assumed, but is alive and well and about to arrive on the doorstep.

She quickly appears – and of course, so do Sarah and her mother, as the plot thickens. Add into the mix Jessica’s boyfriend Alain (Dave Stopford), all the way from France and the farce hits frenzy point.

With a mountain of words, the parts in this play were complicated to the extreme, but after a shaky start, each of the players carried them off with great aplomb.

The adoption plot merely serves to introduce an authority figure, Wendy Hardaker, as the prim Mrs Potter from the agency, carrying a clipboard and a sour expression. Dick has a van parked outside crammed with contraband, fags and brandy. But although this is given a passing glance by a complacent copper (Dean Plowes), PC Plod is more interested in missing tax discs than tax evasion.

Harry’s ridiculous plan to bring body parts, wrapped in Sainsbury carrier bags, from the teaching hospital where he works, to bury under the patio, is yet another twist in the tale.

We then have two illegal Albanian immigrants thrown into the mix, a Kosovian (Keith Taylor) and his granddaughter Katerina (Rachael Mayor), who are lurking among the ciggies and booze. Their appearance proves to be one of untold laughter when the old man struggles to toot his trumpet while hiding under the sofa bed.

A sub-sub-plot also introduces an incompetent Russian Mafia hit-man (Ian Mansfield) with a briefcase full of counterfeit passports to be exchanged for cash. After flashing a gun, the man simply succumbs to the brothers’ ruse, and is easily captured in a wheelbarrow.

There was great interaction between the three brothers, who kept the pace and energy of the farce flowing. Peter Dignan must be singled out for the sheer volume of lines which he delivered flawlessly, together with a well timed comic performance by Keith Taylor as the trumpet blowing Kosovan.

Celebrating 40 years of drama productions in Milnrow, MADS have once again come up with a winner. n

Colin Meredith

Barbara Fielden directed a strong cast and should be thrilled with the results. Congratulations should also be extended to the backstage team for their excellent set, costumes and lighting in a strong opening production of the year. n

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Summer is now well and truly in full swing and that means one thing... it’s the wedding season. Once the venue has been selected, the bride’s dress ordered and the cake chosen, there is one more vital choice to make… the wedding cars. This time last year I was about to get married and the only task my wife would entrust to me was organising the wedding transport.

In the past, one would simply look up a wedding car company in the Yellow Pages and that was that, but as weddings become ever more individualistic, there are a wide range of choices available and these are some different ideas to the vintage Rolls Royce.

SAFE CHOICE - RANGE ROVER Once the car for mud plugging and now considered being in the same luxury league as an SClass Mercedes or Audi A8, the Range Rover, both in ‘Sport’ or ‘Vogue’ guise is gaining increasing popularity as a wedding car thanks to its large cabin and comfortable seats.

There is plenty of room for that dress with the large train as well as the father of the bride. It also has one of the best air conditioning units, which will keep the bride cool in whatever the British Summer can throw at it.

Even if the weather turns bad, the best offroader in history will get you to the church on time, whether you take the conventional on road route or go the less conventional scenic route across a few fields.

Possibly the only down side to the Range Rover is its image which with its association to injunction-riddled Premier League footballers might be a little too much The Only Way is Essex for some.

PETROLHEADS CHOICE – FORD MUSTANG Although you could pick pretty much any classic car, it’s the original Ford Mustang that is the most likely candidate to get the blood pumping of any petrolhead. I can hear you saying now that most brides will want something akin to the 1950 Bentley that Kate Middleton arrived in at Westminster Abbey than some dated piece of Americana.

Visit any classic car show and the numbers of females there are on the rise. Not just being dragged around by the menfolk but actively participating. So it’s no surprise that a friend with a ’67 ‘stang is inundated with requests from brides-to-be for wedding work with that burbling 4.3-litre V8 providing a better soundtrack to the day than a full choir!

AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT – DELOREAN DMC-12 This one was a surprise to me to be honest. At a recent wedding I attended the bride arrived in a DeLorean, the car made famous by the Back to the Future franchise.

A few of us speculated if this was some subconscious urge to go back in time and change history?! The bride in this case just turned out to be a fan of the films and wanted something different. It certainly made for some great wedding photos!

John DeLorean probably didn’t have the church run in mind when he created the DMC-12 from a pile of Renault and Lotus spares as it’s only a low-slung two-seater which means daddy will probably have to get the bus and there isn’t much space in the passenger seat for a large dress or a fancy bouffant hairstyle.

The point here really is there is a car for all tastes and a brief internet search will put you in touch with someone who can help. If you can’t find the car to hire through an agency, try an owner’s club website as many owners will be happy to help out and love the attention their car will get!

And if your curious what a motoring correspondent used for his wedding, well the bride arrived in a beautiful Aston Martin DB-9, while I was chauffeured in an ancient Rover 400, maybe that’s another top tip… make sure your best man drives a nice car!

Mark D’Apice Motoring Expert

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RASPBERRY SORBET Sorbet is the ultimate palate cleanser in between courses of a grand dinner, or more so now just served as a refreshing dessert at the end of a meal.

It’s simply a water based ice, made without dairy products or egg yolks, but some recipes do contain egg whites. When I make sorbet I generally put fruits that are slightly over ripe as I feel using top grade fruits for pureeing them up is such a waste, plus over ripe berries are cheaper!

Makes Approximately 1 Litre 375ml stock syrup – made by dissolving 250g sugar in 250ml water with ½ vanilla pod in a pan, bring to the boil then remove from the heat and leave to infuse until cool.

450g raspberries Juice of 2 lemons 1 To make the sorbet – place the cool stock syrup in a food processor, add the raspberries and lemon and blend to a pulp. Pass through a sieve.

2 Place in an ice cream machine and churn according to the machines guidelines until smooth and firm, serve straight away or place in the freezer – try and eat within a few days otherwise it will lose its smooth consistency and have formed ice crystals.

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Rochdale GhostWalks Rochdale ghost walks are proving just as popular during the summer months as they were in the winter and walks are planned for the following dates during 2011...

Thursday 7 & 21 July Thursday 4 & 18 August Thursday 1 & 15 September Thursday 6 & 20 october Thursday 3 & 17 november Thursday 1 & 15 December

Private group walks available...

For groups of ten or more we will take you on an afternoon or evening walk at a time that suits you and your private party.

We can arrange food for you after the walk at the award winning Baum wine bar & restaurant where our walk starts and finishes.

Join us as we start our walk on the cobbled street outside The Baum, 33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale. ÂŁ5 PER PERSon. We tell tales of dirty deeds, murder and intrigue as we guide you around the mysterious streets and alleyways that twist their way through our historic town.

TO BOOK CALL: 07774 152 620 Email: rochdaleghostwalks@yahoo.co.uk Follow us on twitter @ghost_walk

SUMMER CoMPETITIonS WIn a course of TEn CACI non surgical face lifts,

WoRTH £500!

PLUS a pair of FITFLoP SHoES. Courtesy of The Salon, Edenfield Road, norden. CACI treatments gently lift, tighten and tone the facial muscles whilst smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and re-hydrating the skin.

THE ATRE SCHOOL

WIn a place for your child at

Starstruck Theatre School’s summer drama workshop in Rochdale on the 8th, 9th and 10th August. Spend three days playing drama games, working on TV scripts, improvising and generally having fun.

WIn a photoshoot with Ruth

Meredith Photography, in the comfort of your own home or at a fun outdoor location (as seen on this issue’s front cover).

Beautiful and contemporary photography for babies, children, teens or families.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SPRING COMPETITION WINNERS: * Drama workshop - Mrs B Shepherd, Norden * Ghost walk - Michelle Furphy, Milnrow * Nutters afternoon tea - Mr A Burton, Castleton * Greeting cards book – Heidi Kershaw, Littleborough * To the one I love gift - Mrs G Fedyniak, Thornton Cleveleys * Boots makeover – Susan Kershaw, Rochdale

WIn a pair of tickets to see Dave

Spikey’s ‘Word’s Don’t Come Easy’ tour live at Middleton Arena on 4th november 2011. As well as two of the best seats in the house, the lucky winners will be able to enjoy a complimentary interval drink in one of the Middleton Arena’s stylish licensed bars.

* Pamper package - Mrs C Pownall, Walsden

Q. WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT ROCHDALE STYLE MAGAZINE? (ANSWERS MAY BE PUBLISHED IN FUTURE ISSUES & WILL NOT AFFECT YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING)

ANSWER: Please tick all prizes you would like to be entered for (if more than one please put prizes in order of preference). Winners will be selected at random..

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CoMMUnITY...

Makeover evening Littleborough nSPCC recently hosted a Make over Evening with Jamilla Paul Hair and Beauty, at the newly refurbished Littleborough Cricket Club. The event was a huge success, raising £900 for the nSPCC, with many members of the audience receiving a new hairstyle or makeover.

Littleborough businesses Pumpkins, Best Dressed and Littleborough Deli all had stalls and gave away generous raffle prizes, as did Jamilla Paul, The Picture Lounge, occasions & Celebrations, The Rake Tapas, and Kids Couture.

First class for new social enterprise REstore, the new social enterprise, situated at Fieldhouse Mill, held its first awards ceremony in April.

Simon Danczuk MP presented awards to the six successful students, who had undergone a training programme in retail skills designed to help them gain employment.

The project is the idea of Elizabeth White and June Poree who recognised that there is nothing to help women who have been longterm unemployed to return to the workplace.

Elizabeth said: “We are lucky to have a number of volunteers who have given generously of their time, which has enabled us to open the unit. We are now waiting for further funding to run a second course. We already have a waiting list of potential students, people do want to work but if you don’t have a CV you don’t even get an interview, we aim to remedy that.”

Anyone wishing to help can contact REstore, Unit F9, Fieldhouse Mill, Fieldhouse Rd, Rochdale.

Blooming great time for charity The Crimble played host to the third Annual Blooming Great Tea Party recently, raising an amazing £1400 for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

The Peacock room and Atrium were packed with guests soaking up the wonderful atmosphere and enjoying a fabulous afternoon tea. The Mayor of Rochdale, Councillor Zulf Ali, also enjoyed the event.

Vivien Thompson, Chair of Rochdale Support Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care said: “We can’t thank The Crimble enough for supporting the charity and sponsoring this wonderful event yet again for us.”

All the money raised will provide high quality Marie Curie nursing care for terminally ill patients in their own home and support for their families.

The Rochdale Support Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care meets monthly in The Peacock room. For more details please contact Christine Morgan on 01706 669779.

RoCHDALE'S SInGInG JEWELLER Singing jeweller John Swindon, of J&D Alexander (The Walk), has made an album of eighteen songs, in aid of Springhill Hospice. John commented: "I love singing and to make a ‘dream come true’ was given the opportunity to sing in a recording studio as a Christmas present. This proved a fantastic experience. I recorded 18 songs at Studio Studio in Whitworth and I thought 72

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it may be a good idea to sell the CD’s for the benefit of Springhill Hospice. The title of the album, Eighteen Roses, comes from one of my tracks, Eighteen Yellow Roses. The songs are a wide range of some of the old favourites including Elvis, Dean Martin, Folk, Country & Western and Johnny Cash." CD's are available from JD Alexander and Springhill Hospice, priced £5

SMILES ALL RoUnD Waterside Dental Care celebrated the completion of the first floor refurbishment by holding a Champagne open Evening in April. Patients, new and old, were invited to see the end result of all the building work and to learn more about the facial procedures offered in the practice, in addition to their full range of dental techniques.

Those in their 20s and 30s were particularly interested in semi-permanent make-up and the “Heart Lips™” design of “Jolie pout”, which certainly has the WoW factor. Those a little older were introduced to the “oralift™” appliances, which stimulate facial muscles so helping reverse the triangle of ageing. The practice also offers muscle-relaxing injections and dermal fillers.

Gail and Claire, from Debonair, demonstrated their Lily Liu range of mineral make-up. With their help, not only did the visitors leave happy from the champagne, but also looking much more glamorous.

HIGH STREET STYLE HITS RoCHDALE The Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre recently became the fashion capital of the north with an explosion of style.

Shoppers were greeted by what looked like mannequins - but were actually real life models, dressed in clothes from the stores in The Rochdale Exchange.

The centre was awash with stylists from all the major stores and shoppers were given advice on their most complementary colour palettes and types of clothes to suit their body shape.

Make up artists from Clinique and Elizabeth Arden were also on hand to give expert knowledge and free mini makeovers.

GEnERoUS BRUSH STRoKES Local artists, Colin Fielding and Lorraine Dewhirst, are to hold an exhibition of their work at number Ten gallery on Baillie Street. Both the artists have generously decided to donate a percentage of any sales from the exhibition to Springhill Hospice.

The exhibition runs from 30th July until 30 September Mon-Sat 9am-5pm at number Ten, 10 Baillie Street, Rochdale. Enquiries: 01706 354076.

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SPRINGHILL HOSPICE NEWS

Springhill Hospice would like to thank the staff from The Dog and Partridge pub, Bamford, who organised a fundraising evening and raised £1320.

SPRIng FAIR Springhill Hospice held a very successful Spring Fair on Sunday 10th April. Hundreds of people passed through the doors and raised £6,000 at the various stalls and games on offer.

Ian Jenkins, Fundraising Manager at the Hospice, said, “We were delighted with the turn-out and the subsequent figure we were able to raise. Our thanks go to everybody who attended or who donated goods, and a big nod of gratitude to all the stall holders for their involvement”.

cHRISTIE’S FUnDRAISER nAMED ROcHDALE WOMAn OF THE YEAR Anne needham was named as Rochdale Woman of the Year 2011 at the prestigious Women of Rochdale Luncheon in support of Springhill Hospice. Over 250 ladies gathered in their finery in the Main Hall of Rochdale Town Hall on Wednesday 4th May to celebrate this year’s award. guest Speaker was Lil king QPM, former Head of the criminal Justice Division of gMP, who gave a very funny speech which went down very well with the audience.

The girls from Boots Rochdale were there on the day to hold a raffle which raised an astonishing £1360.

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FRI 23RD SEPT – SPRIngHILL HOSPIcE MIDnIgHT WALk

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Join Springhill Hospice for their ladies-only Midnight Walk on Saturday 16th July 2011. The fully marshalled walk is 6 or 13 miles, commencing from Middleton Arena on the stroke of midnight. Entry fee £12. Organisers are hoping that this event will raise enough money to at least cover one week’s running costs of the Hospice, which currently stand at around £52,000. Anybody wishing to participate in the Midnight Walk can contact the Fundraising team on 01706 649920 or email fundraising@springhillhospice.nhs.uk.

Watch Rochdale Hornets wear Springhill Hospice's colours with pride in the last home match of the season against gateshead Thunder. game kicks off at 3:00pm at Spotland Stadium - kits will be on sale from the Hospice and Hornets.

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For more details on all events contact the Fundraising Team on 01706 649920, email fundraising@springhillhospice.nhs.uk or call into Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane, Rochdale, OL16 4PZ.