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Permanent safety measures in Preston city centre

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New features will be installed along Preston's main shopping area, to increase public safety. Granite blocks, which people can also sit on, will be installed by Lancashire County Council at key positions along Fishergate and Church Street, from the Minster to the junction with Corporation Street.

The work will start from Monday 30 September to install the new measures.

The plans by the county council have been agreed following discussions with Lancashire Police, to reduce the risk of a serious incident.

This will reduce the space for vehicles to mount the pavement, similar to measures used elsewhere in the UK and other countries to deter terrorist incidents.

However this is not in response to any specific threat.

The measures will complement and enhance the ongoing security programme in the city.

These new features will replace the large wooden planters, which were put in as a temporary measure while permanent options were agreed. Reflective sections on the blocks will help their visibility.

The temporary planters were installed before Christmas 2017, while permanent plans were put in place. The planters will be offered to local communities around the county, to brighten up local areas.

The blocks have been designed by a specialist company to reduce vehicle

access onto the pavement along Fishergate and Church Street, while matching in with the overall street design and integrating with existing security features. Measures will also be added outside the Guild Hall, as part of other improvement work.

Similar safety measures have been put in place in the UK and elsewhere in the world, to deter terrorist incidents.

Organisations representing people with visual impairments have been made aware of these proposals.

Lancashire Police and Preston City Council have been consulted as part of developing the plans.

County Councillor Keith Iddon, Cabinet member for highways and transport, said: “Thousands of people

come into Preston every day and we have a responsibility to make sure that they can have a safe and enjoyable experience.

“We’ve taken the time to come up with the design of these safety measures, which places these measures at specific points along the pavement to reduce the chance of an incident involving a vehicle taking place.

“We’re bringing in these safety measures based on discussions with the police, but it’s important for people to know that this not due to any specific threat. We’re replacing our planters, which were always temporary.

“It’s important that any measures are proportionate, and that we can still carry on with our normal daily lives.”

Chief Inspector Steve Sansbury from Lancashire Police, who is responsible for local policing in Preston, said “Whilst these enhanced safety measures are not in response to any specific threat towards our communities in Preston, it is only right and proper that local agencies continually work together to review the measures that are in place, and where appropriate take sensible steps to ensure that the public utilising the city centre, for both business and pleasure, are as safe as possible” Councillor Robert Boswell, Cabinet member for environment at Preston City Council, said: “The public realm improvements to Fishergate and Church Street over recent years have vastly enhanced the environment for visitors to Preston.

“They will further improve pedestrian safety for those enjoying the shopping offer and night time economy, or for those just passing through the area.

“I am pleased that the materials to be used will be sympathetic to those used previously and that a balanced and proportionate approach is being taken to where the new features will be installed.”

adidas announces SPEZIAL Blackburn charity trainer see page 2..

Nelson set to benefit from new Town Deal

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Project to help care leavers make a house their home see page 7..

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adidas announces SPEZIAL

Blackburn charity trainer adidas has announced a limited edition Blackburn SPEZIAL trainer.

The new shoe will be launched at a SPEZIAL exhibition in the town next month – with tens of thousands of people expected to attend.

The Blackburn SPZL has been created by Darwen adidas designer Gary Aspden and is the lead release from the adidas Spezial AW19 range.

A special run of 200 will sport the Nightsafe logo – with all proceeds from the sale going to the Blackburn charity which helps homeless and vulnerable youngsters and will be exclusively available from the exhibition.

The green and red used in its design is inspired by the red rose of Lancashire.

Councillor Phil Riley, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council’s Executive

Member for Growth and Development, said: This all came out of a conversation during a chance meeting on the street in Darwen during one of Gary’s visits home.

Since then a lot of work has taken place behind the scenes and it’s just brilliant that the shoe and exhibition is now a reality.

I think that says a lot about the attitude we have here, making sure we grasp every opportunity.

There is a growing interest in Blackburn from some really talented people, like Gary.

Without a doubt the best creative projects are really driving improvements and now we have a global brand Adidas coming.

I’m really looking forward to seeing the town come to life and lots of different people getting involved.

We are also expecting some national and international visitors. Businesses will benefit and also Nightsafe is going to get another boost.

The adidas SPEZIAL exhibition will showcase the evolution of adidas footwear past and present in the magnificent Cotton Exchange.

It’ll be part of the first-ever British Textile Biennial – with Blackburn being a hub of events.

Curated by Gary, a brand consultant for adidas and designer of the SPEZIAL range, the exhibition features shoes from his personal archive alongside those of other fellow adidas collectors – 1000 pairs of adidas trainers.

Highlights of the exhibition will be numerous versions of the vintage adidas ‘City Series’ models with a full archive of the adidas SPEZIAL range giving context to a new City

Series silhouette – the adidas Blackburn SPZL. The adidas Blackburn SPZL is the lead release from the adidas Spezial AW19 range, and is named after the town where Gary spent much of his youth which has been a key inspiration in his work.

A full programme of events including gigs, talks and screenings will take place within the exhibition space, featuring special guests and friends of adidas.

All proceeds will go to the Nightsafe charity.

Hanon store will have a pop-up space in the exhibition retailing Spezial product.

Demolition has started this week as work gets underway to create a new future for Colne’s former Health Centre on Market Street.

“The 1970’s health centre will have a new lease of life when the site is totally re-built with a new purpose at the heart of Colne,” announced Councillor Mohammed Iqbal, Leader of Pendle Council.

The Health Centre and surgery were closed in 2014 when the new multi-million pound Health Centre on Craddock Road opened.

The exciting project has been taken on by PEARL, a joint venture between Pendle Council and Barnfield Investment Properties Ltd called Pendle Enterprise and Regeneration Ltd. Councillor Iqbal, who is also a PEARL board member said: “We’ll be building a three storey building with six modern apartments for older people on two floors and shops on the ground floor.”

“This development at a key site helps us respond to the demand for more housing choice in Pendle, including one and two bedroom apartments.”

PEARL board member Councillor David Whipp said: “We’re delighted that this key site is being developed.

“When complete it will contribute to the vibrancy of the town and provide some new business opportunities and more shopping options on the high street, he added.

Local people took part in a

consultation led by Pendle Council on how the site should be used and what the development should look like and this has shaped the plans.

Tim Webber MBE, Managing Director of Barnfield, said: “Colne Health Centre, with its outdated appearance and poor design, was completely at odds with the conservation

area it was built in.” The Conservation Area includes historic Richmond Court, the Grade II listed Red Lion pub next door and the 15th century market cross opposite.

“As local developers based in Pendle we’re proud to be part of this new scheme which has been designed to be in keeping with its historic surroundings".

Demolition work should finish by early October and the development will be ready by December 2020

New future for Colne Health Centre site

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Nelson set to benefit from new Town Deal

“We’re excited that Nelson has been rightly chosen as one of 100 towns across England which are eligible for funding from the new Town Deals.

Pendle Council has been making the case for investment and our hard work has been rewarded with this and other potential funding,” he said.

The total funding pot across

England will be £3.6 billion with the potential for up to £25m of funding for Nelson.

“Nelson was chosen as a pioneering place with a proud industrial heritage and a need for extra investment to boost the town’s economic growth for the future,” explained Councillor Iqbal.

“And Nelson is one of only

two towns in East Lancashire to be selected,” he added.

“This is a huge opportunity and we will work with the government to make sure Nelson gets a fair share of this new funding pot,” he pledged.

The Town Deals are designed to raise living standards, create jobs, improve workforce skills, and boost transport

and broadband connectivity. “We have been working tirelessly to boost economic growth in Pendle. “In addition to the New Town Deals, we have successfully got through the first stage of funding from the government’s Future High Streets Fund which will be used to boost economic growth in Pendle. “The Future High Streets Fund could be worth several million pounds for Nelson. "We will be submitting an outline business case by mid November with a full business case by the end of February 2020,"said Councillor Iqbal. "Our plans for regenerating Nelson are being supported through £70,000 of One Public Estate funding from the government for our Nelson Masterplan and we are working with other public organisations to make a real difference.

“Our work on the Masterplan will help us to develop our proposal to secure Towns Fund investment and we will be driving forward innovative plans to transform the town,” he stated.

Dog fouling a grave concern at Torrisholme Cemetery Lancaster City Council is joining forces with Morecambe Town Council and the Friends of Torrisholme Cemetery to crack down on irresponsible dog owners who allow their animals to foul graves and headstones.

Dog control orders are in place at all Lancaster City Council cemeteries meaning that the grounds are not designated dog walking areas and that a person shall not allow any dog belonging to them or in their charge to enter the cemetery unless it is on a lead.

As in all other public places, it is also an offence not to clean up after a dog which has defecated on public land.

A person may be issued with an £80 fixed penalty fine, if they do not clean up, or alternatively may be prosecuted through the magistrates court, where the maximum fine is £1,000.

Despite there being numerous signs located throughout council cemeteries stating that dogs should be kept on a

lead at all times, and that dog fouling should be disposed of immediately in any of the cemetery bins, a number of dog walkers continue to ignore them.

Following complaints from visitors to the cemetery who report finding dog faeces on their loved ones graves and headstones, a dog fouling enforcement officer funded by Morecambe Town Council will be working alongside Lancaster City Council to step up patrols of the area and issue fixed penalties to anyone who is caught exercising their dog off a lead or who fails to pick up its mess.

Bill Jackson, Chair of the Friends of Torrisholme Cemetery, said: "The Friends of Torrisholme Cemetery are a voluntary group pledged to improving the environment at the cemetery and as such it is very disappointing for us to note the use of the cemetery by a small minority of irresponsible dog owners who choose to exercise their dogs, and then fail to clean-up.

"For many of our visitors a cemetery is a place of reverence and reflection.

There is no place for dog fouling.

It is certainly unacceptable in a cemetery. Please dispose of your dog’s waste responsibly!" Coun Dave

Brookes said "One of the responsibilities of dog ownership is cleaning up after them.

It may not be much fun, but it is a lot less disgusting than allowing other people to tread in it or find it on a grave.

We are stepping up patrols of the cemetery, and with help from local residents and our cemeteries staff who work there on a regular basis, we hope to encourage these uncooperative dog walkers, by way of a fine if necessary, to do the right thing."

Anyone with any information which may lead to those responsible for dog fouling in this cemetery or any other public place in the district should contact council’s dog warden service by email to dogwardens@lancaster. gov.uk or by phone – 01524 582757 so that cases can be investigated and appropriate action taken.

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New plans to improve traffic and

boost business around Haslingden Road Planning applications have been submitted for two major road improvements in Blackburn.

The planned work will see Haslingden Road widened between the Beehive Roundabout and Royal Blackburn Hospital and the creation of a new entrance to Royal Blackburn Hospital at Old Bank Lane.

There will also be a creation of a new Blackamoor Link Road and junction improvements.

These are much-needed improvements to the area and will improve the congestion on the Haslingden Road corridor to and from Royal Blackburn Hospital and Junction 5 of the M65.

The Blackamoor changes are also designed to improve air quality and pedestrian facilities, at a designated Air Quality Management Area.

Both works will also boost further development of business growth and job opportunities in the area,

as well as supporting much needed housing, both for families and associated with Royal Blackburn Hospital.

The work is due to start in early 2020 with a programmed completion by the end of March 2021. This is the third and final package of the Council’s Growth Deal 3 project to bring road, housing and business boosts to the borough. The infrastructure package has been designed in a way that it can be delivered in phases.

There will be disruption while the works are being carried out, which may result in some temporary delays and diversions.

However, the Council will work closely with residents, businesses and the emergency services to minimise this as much as possible and to coordinate construction works.

The Council has also taken on comments and suggestions from the public in a previous consultation.

These include: • Keeping parking outside “Fancy Row” properties on Haslingden Road and not progressing with plans for new parking areas at the back of the row • Extending solid islands for easier pedestrian crossing across Haslingden Road Creating additional parking at the front of Roman Road “cottage” properties south of Newfield Drive with a new lay-by area • Making sure access to/ from future Blackamoor development sites will be from the new Blackamoor Link Road only Councillor Phil Riley, Executive Member for Regeneration, said: We are very positive about this scheme that we believe will prepare the borough for future growth, investment and employment across the board.

Obviously, there is going to be disruption as this is a big scheme and there is a lot of

work that goes into widening a road and creating a new junction. I understand that this will at times be frustrating for residents and visitors while the work is being carried out but it is impossible to make

changes as big as this without causing some disturbances.

We can’t deny that changes have been needed for quite some time to the Haslingden Road and Blackamoor areas and they can’t be put off for

much longer. This is a big chance for us to transform these routes for the better for the benefit of residents and road users and will make traffic flow much better in these areas.”

Pothole performance keeps improving New figures show that Lancashire County Council's performance on potholes is continuing to improve, with the vast majority of defects being fixed within target timescales. A report to the Cabinet Committee on Performance Improvement reveals that since closer 'risk based' monitoring of highway issues was brought in last Autumn, overall repair rates have kept getting better.

Condition surveys have shown a general improvement in Lancashire's roads over recent years, coupled with a reduction in the number of potholes by 38% over the last two years.

The biggest improvements have been on busy A, B, and C roads which have seen most investment – there will be a greater focus on residential and rural roads in coming years under the council's longterm transport strategy.

The council has also been running a campaign over the summer encouraging people to report potholes online to help speed up the repair process. Now it is asking people to say whether they've noticed the difference by completing an independent online survey.

The National Highways and Transport Survey is used by all UK councils to get a better

understanding of how they are performing in the eyes of the public, and where they should focus future improvements.

County Councillor Keith Iddon, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "Wear and tear and bad weather means we'll always get potholes, and like all councils we have to set limits on what we repair.

"At the same time, we're investing as much as we can in improving Lancashire's roads, and are planning to spend over £24m on maintenance this year.

"We're now coming towards the end of another summer where our highways teams have been very busy replacing worn out surfaces and making preventative treatments to help our roads better withstand the demands of traffic and winter weather.

"We've been investing more in preventative maintenance for a number of years, and inspections, surveys, and performance data suggest that this is making a difference with an improvement in the overall condition of our roads.

We’re also getting better at meeting our own targets to carry out timely repairs when they're needed.

"But we're also keen to know what people think of our highways service. Besides

investing in the roads, we've been working hard to improve people's experience when they report a pothole or other problem. "We're interested to know whether people think it's made a difference, and what we need to focus on improving in future.

"We're also grateful for people using our online Report It system to tell us about potholes or any other highway issue, as this helps us to assess the problem quickly and take appropriate action."

The council's consistent approach to road maintenance over recent years, focused on using survey data to inform timely preventative repairs, has resulted in a decrease in over a third in the number of potholes being found. 38% fewer were found by highways inspectors or reported by the public in 2018/19 (39,137) compared with two years earlier in 2016/17 (62,564).

The council is responsible for 4,600 miles of roads and 5,300 miles of pavement. Find out more https://www.lancashire. gov.uk/roads-parking-andtravel/pothole/.

Complete the National Highways and Transport satisfaction survey https://www.nhtnetwork. co.uk/isolated/data/ scorecard/129663/ scoring/122/section/10636.

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Council pledges support for volunteers as it praises great work borough’s Pride groups do

Rossendale Council has launched a new scheme to help residents who want to do their bit for the community.

Leader of the Council Alyson Barnes announced Council support for individuals who want to keep their clean and tidy by offering litter picking equipment for them to use.

The borough is blessed with a number of superb Pride groups, including Bacup Pride who are pictured, which have improved the borough enormously.

The new scheme aims to encourage more people to help keep the area tidy but who may not want to join an established group or want to concentrated on a particular area.

The Council has funded a number of litter picking starter packs which includes a litter picker, bags, and helpful advice.

Residents can apply for the packs through the Council’s Environmental Services Facebook page or email

refuse@rossendalebc.gov.uk Councillor Alyson Barnes, Leader of the Council, said: “Rossendale is blessed with people who really care about our wonderful borough.

Day in and day out, they go out, rain or shine, whether as part of an established group or on their own, and help keep our towns and villages neat and tidy.

“It’s no secret that Councils face tough times and budget cuts have hit us hard. It means we can’t do everything we

The council signs up to

National Taxi Driver register Preston City Council has become the latest local authority to sign up to a new licensing register designed to improve public safety and confidence in taxi drivers.

The purpose of the National Register of Taxi and Private Hire Licence Revocations and Refusals, or NR3 for short, is to prevent drivers from submitting licence applications while failing to declare historical licence revocations or application refusals in other parts of the country.

The council’s licensing officers now check the Register to see if driver applicants have either had a licence with another

authority revoked or a licence application refused, which will assist them in making a determination on their application to Preston.

Officers will also update the Register with details of driver applicants who are refused a licence and details of former licensed drivers who have had their licence revoked in Preston.

Councillor Peter Moss, Deputy Leader and Cabinet member for planning and regulation, said, “I welcome this excellent initiative that was commissioned by the Local Government Association, to allow the sharing of

information between licensing authorities. It strengthens our criteria for assessing taxi driver applicants and the monitoring of existing licensed drivers, to ensure passengers are being kept safe can have confidence that their driver is both professional and competent.

“For law-abiding taxi drivers, nothing changes as declaring your licensing history has always been a requirement. It’s only those who fraudulently submit inaccurate information that need to worry.

“As a licensing authority, public safety will always remain a priority and I believe the integrity of taxi and private hire drivers in Preston will be protected by this additional measure. I believe only six of the 14 Lancashire licensing authorities have signed up to the Register and I do hope the remaining ones do so as a priority.”

want to do to improve the borough.

We need to work with residents, businesses and partners to improve things.

“The Council can also put in place support to make it easier for people to really make a difference which is why I am delighted to announce this new scheme.

It aims to build on and complement the work that our community groups do already.”

C o u n c i l l o r Adrian Lythgoe, portfolio holder for Operations, said: “People spend hundreds of hours a year making the borough a better place. They are doing a superb job.

“The Council needs to support them, recognise their effort and celebrate their successes.”

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Council leader delight at opening of new cycleway

Community groups awarded

£427k for new housing schemes Lancaster City Council is urging local community organisations to get in touch to find out more about help that’s available for building new affordable housing schemes, following two recent successful grant awards.

The city council’s Cabinet recently agreed to award a total of £427,000 in support of two community-led housing projects in Halton.

The proposals will build on the success of the Lancaster Co-Housing Scheme in Halton and will provide a greater variety of housing types and tenures to meet a wider range of needs.

Senior Co-Housing Group Ltd, a non-profit making organisation, was awarded £160,000 to develop a mixed tenure development of 20 properties which are a mixture of 14 outright

sale and six affordable units specifically designed for people aged 55 and over.

Lune Valley Community Land Trust, a separate non-profit making organisation, has been awarded up to £267,000 to develop a scheme of 20 houses let at social rent.

The exact mix and type of units is still to be decided taking account of the Parish Housing Needs Survey recently undertaken in Halton and the surrounding parishes.

The grants will fund the predevelopment costs for both projects so that the schemes can be fully developed and obtain planning permission.

Coun Caroline Jackson, Cabinet member with responsibility for housing, said: “I am delighted we have been able to support these two very important projects.

“Community-led housing aims to solve local housing

problems, create affordable homes and establish and encourage strong communities. “'The really important thing about these developments is that all the houses will be passivhaus standard for energy efficiency.

They will show local developers what can be achieved and needs to be achieved if we are to reduce our carbon emissions radically by 2030.

"The city council is committed to helping to create sustainable communities for future generations and I would encourage other community groups wanting to provide something similar to get in touch to see how we can help.”

Community-led housing is where local communities have identified a housing need in their area and become directly involved in bringing housing

developments forward. The city council was awarded £707K Community Housing Fund grant from central government to support and promote opportunities to bring forward new community led developments.

It has partnered with other local authorities in Cumbria to set up a new Community Led Enabling Hub. The Hub has been set up to assist new community groups to provide direct support and help develop options by working with a range of other organisations and funding providers to bring schemes into fruition.

For more information visit our Community-led housing page http://www.lancaster. gov.uk/planning/housingstrategy/communityhousing-fund.

The Leader of Rossendale Council has expressed her delight after the latest section of the Valley of Stone was officially.

A procession of over 400 cyclists and walkers celebrated the opening of a new section of the East Lancashire Cycleway in Waterfoot. Work has recently been completed to reopen two railway tunnels which have been out of use for decades, and extend an existing path, to create a safe and interesting off-road link between Stacksteads Riverside Park and Newchurch Road.

Councillor Alyson Barnes,

who attend the event with the Rossendale Mayor Councillor Barbara Ashworth and Deputy leader Councillor Jackie Oakes, said: “This is another really positive thing happening in Rossendale, one the council has supported since its inception. We have worked with our partners to successfully deliver this superb scheme and the latest section of the Valley of Stone route, incorporating the iconic Glen tunnels.

“It’s just another great and unique feature for our borough and another great reason for people to get out and about in Rossendale and to get active.”

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Project to help care leavers make a house their home Young people preparing to leave care in Manchester will get the opportunity to learn new skills and move into their own home through a ground-breaking programme that supports them to live independently.

The House Project will see young people given an empty property which they can

refurbish and then move into.

They will be able to continue living in it for as long as they choose, with their rent and utility bills paid for them by the council until they reach the age of 18.

The scheme is designed to help care leavers through the transition from childhood to adulthood, one of the most

difficult periods in the lives of young people, and particularly so for young people leaving care who don’t have the same family support networks as other young people.

Young people on the scheme are supported by a team from The House Project to ensure they have all the practical and emotional help they may need

to provide them with the skills to make the house their home and to maintain their tenancy.

The pilot scheme will, at any one time, support around 10 care leavers under the age of 18 in partnership with national charity The House Project in a first of its kind scheme for Greater Manchester.

The scheme is designed to help Manchester care leavers make the transition from high-demand supported accommodation into suitable follow-on housing and help them sustain their own tenancy.

Housing providers in the city will partner the programme and will work with the young people to help refurbish their own properties. The scheme will support young people to take ownership and responsibility for their futures whilst providing them with the tools they need to make their own way in the world.

Rent and utility bills will be paid by the Council up until the age of 18 when the young person will be able to access benefits themselves if need to.

The scheme is the latest

of a series of initiatives in Manchester to improve the lives, experiences and outcomes of care leavers.

Cllr Garry Bridges, Manchester City Council’s executive member for children and schools, said: “We’re determined to ensure no young person leaving care in Manchester falls between the cracks as they move into adulthood. We want to give them the best support possible to become independent and successful young adults, to be happy and to achieve their full potential in life.

“Living alone for the first time is a daunting prospect for any of us, but particularly so for a care leaver who will often do this at a much earlier age than most young people and without the support of family members that other young people usually have.

“The House Project will enable them to move into their own home whilst getting a bespoke package of support to develop the practical and emotional skills they need to live independently and to make their house a home.”

Nationally a third of care leavers experience homelessness within two years of leaving care, while they are also four times more likely to have mental health issues than the general population.

The House Project was developed against this backdrop, and began life as a successful pilot scheme in Stoke in 2015.

Mark Warr, CEO of The House Project said. “We’re delighted to be working with Manchester City Council who are committed to improving the lives, experiences and outcomes of young people leaving care. Young people benefit from their involvement in the local house project, the relationships and support of their peer group, and the practical support they also get to enter the world of work. With a house they can actually call their home young people have the opportunity to succeed and achieve in their lives.”

For more information about The House Project visit www. thehouseproject.org

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Computers boost for schools Young people from across St Helens Borough will benefit from a new IT programme that will see schools receive computers for free.

The project is part of a St Helens Council scheme to update its current IT hardware as part of a modernisation programme which will help staff be more agile and improve productivity. As part of its commitment to recycling and supporting schools through its

new IT contract the council will donate the computers to schools in need of equipment.

The computers will be restored to their original settings for safety purposes and will then be put to good use for young people across the borough.

Nicola Kearney, Headteacher at Eaves Primary School, added: “The council’s IT department have developed this wonderful scheme that will see many schools being able to afford more and/ or better PCs and laptops.

The cost of these items are becoming an issue for schools and the equipment themselves will become luxury items in the future. However we need to teach a quality computing curriculum and this scheme will certainly help us have the right equipment to be able to

do so.” Welcoming the move Councillor Sue Murphy, Deputy Leader of St Helens Council and Cabinet Member for Developing Young People, said: “It’s fitting that we can talk about our plans to support schools and our young people in making sure they have access to high quality computers just before National Recycling Week.

This is a great way to make sure that everyone benefits from our modernisation plans that will help our staff work more efficiently while also making a real difference to the education and go towards supporting our young people.”

Councillor Kate Groucutt, Cabinet Member for Corporate Services, added: “The council has carefully considered its options in

relation to replacing out of date devices and recognises that, although replacing large numbers of end of life kit is a significant one-off investment, it is essential in order for the council to exploit fully the opportunities that digital advancements allow, and to ensure that the council is modern and fit for purpose going forwards.

“In some cases schools are using devices that are eight or nine years old, are no longer sustainable and badly need replacing. Since the council now provides the IT support for 58 of the borough’s 66 schools, it is in a unique position to offer these devices on an upgraded basis to these schools for use within the classrooms to replace their aged estate.”

Community heroes praised for collecting more than 300 bags of rubbish An army of litter pickers have come in for high praise for helping to improve the cleanliness of the borough’s streets over the summer.

As part of ‘Love Your Street’ - a new governmentfunded initiative - 300 local businesses, 270 young people involved in the National Citizen Service programme - and a number of St Helens councillors rolled up their sleeves and got stuck into a series of clean-up operations around St Helens and Earlestown town centres.

This resulted in 329 bags of litter being collected and a positive response from businesses, with many committing to discuss opportunities to improve St Helens and Earlestown town centres – while more than

30 said they would take part in future coordinated community c l e a n ups.

Justin Dalrymple f r o m Groundwork CLM, the charitable trust that led the litter picks, said: “The whole idea is to show everybody in our town centres that it’s about more than just litter picking.

It is fun, you can have a nice time outdoors and make new friends – but most importantly it makes a huge difference to the local area, which is very important.” Councillor Lynn Clarke, St Helens Council’s Cabinet Member for Environmental Services –

who was among those to take part in the project – added: “We’ve had really positive comments from residents who have seen us along the way, giving us support and thanking us for what we’re doing. “Taking part in a community litter pick is really rewarding and worthwhile, and something we as a council will always seek to promote and get involved in.”

For more information visit: www.loveyourstreet.org.uk

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Plans to use Historic High Streets funding to further regenerate town centre Burnley has been awarded a share of a national funding pot to invest in further regenerating its town centre.

The money from the Historic High Street fund will be invested to revitalise lower St James Street. Burnley Council put forward a bid for £1.3 million over four years. The exact amount Burnley will receive will be announced in January following the submission of detailed proposals. Council leader Charlie Briggs said: “This

is great news for Burnley.

We have been awarded, in principle, agreement for developing a High Street Heritage Action Zone for the lower St James Street area.

“Lower St James Street is identified as a key project in the Town Centre and Canalside Masterplan. This will build on our planned public realm improvements, help to renovate the heritage buildings in the area and revitalise that part of the town centre. We’ve invested

in improving other parts of the town centre which looks fantastic and attracting more shoppers and visitors in. It’s vital we go further and bring lower St James Street up to a similar standard and increase the number of people who visit that part of the town centre. “It fits in well with the wider regeneration of the shopping centre, the proposed Cinema/Leisure development at Pioneer Place, and with the investment that the University of Central Lancashire is putting into the Weavers’ Triangle and the work being done to transform Burnley into a university town.

“We’re working to create an exciting

and ambitious buzz about Burnley and this funding is a great boost for our plans for lower St James Street.”

The program aims to create a vibrant cultural quarter sitting between the town centre and the Weavers Triangle. The application said: “The borough has a history of creativity, but many creative people have to move away from the borough to find suitable studio space and artistic networks. There is untapped potential in the buildings in St James Street, together with experience of the partners to turn this trend around and deliver a new creative community in the heart of the conservation area.” It is proposed to use the money together with match

funding to deliver: Public realm improve-ments Grants for works to h e r i t a g e buildings in the area, focusing on those that have been vacant for a prolonged period, for restoration of historic features, sympathetic and well-designed shop fronts, and for bringing upper floors back into use.

An exemplar project, in partnership with local arts groups Creative Spaces Burnley and members of Burnley Creative Alliance to develop a creative hub

in the area with workshops and exhibition space for contemporary visual artists.

A programe of cultural events in and around Lower St James Street including for example open studios, street art and street theatre.

Further details will be announced once the level of funding is known and as plans develop.

Discover something new during Libraries Week Lancashire libraries will be taking part in a week-long celebration showcasing their services, from Monday 7 October to Saturday 12 October. It will be an opportunity for people to find out about activities

the libraries offer, including digital resources, learning opportunities and family activities. This year's theme is celebrating the role of libraries in the digital world, and events and activities at local libraries will support this.

The week aims to celebrate and explore how libraries are engaging communities through technology, building digital skills and confidence, encouraging digital participation and inclusion, supporting health, wellbeing and education and supporting local business and enterprise.

Activities that will take place include sessions where people can research their family tree using the libraries' free access to the Ancestry and Find My Past services. Other

activities include sessions to experience Make Noise in virtual reality. Combining VR and voice technology, Make Noise allows viewers to listen to the suffragettes telling their stories in their own voices.

People taking part will then be able to use their own voice to participate and break through the barriers faced by the suffragettes during their struggle to win the vote for women. Participants will be able to speak, hum, sing and shout along, to change their virtual world. Online safety, how to spot scams sessions and designing and printing 3D bookmark sessions will also be available. People can also learn the basics of shopping safely online and how to register an account with BorrowBox to download books and eAudio.

The Lego clubs that run in libraries will also be taking part in the Chartered Institute of Librarians a n d Information Professionals ( C I L I P ) competition to get creative and to build their Library of the Future out of Lego.

C o u n t y Councillor P e t e r

Buckley, Lancashire County Council's cabinet member for community and cultural services, said: "We're taking part in the national week to celebrate all that we offer in our much-loved libraries.

"We've planned some really relevant activities for people, to help them in the digital age.

"I hope that people see this as an opportunity to take a fresh look at their local library, discover what's on offer and encourage their friends and family to do the same." You can call in at your local library to find out more information about Libraries Week, and the events and activities that are taking place. Libraries Week is supported by the UK's library and information association CILIP, the Arts Council, the Society of Chief Librarians, the Reading Agency, the School Library Association and the Libraries Taskforce. Anyone who lives or works in Lancashire can join a library, either online or by visiting in person.

Membership is free and there are no age restrictions.

For more information, go to www.lancashire.gov.uk/ libraries or call 0300 123 6703. The events taking place as part of Libraries Week are available at http:// bit.ly/librariesweek bit. ly/librariesweek.

More information about the Lego activity is available at www. librariesweek.org.uk/libraryof-the-future More information about the national celebration is at www.librariesweek.org.uk

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New jobs created as major firm moves to Rossendale A major manufacturing firm is relocating to Rossendale in a multi-million pound move, that will create new jobs, after receiving help from Rossendale Council.

Melba Swintex is in the process of moving into a semi-derelict, vacant site in Stubbins which it is renovating and refurbishing with over £5m of investment.

The Council has worked with the company through its Invest in Rossendale programme, which has helped them benefit from NNDR business rates relief.

The move guarantees a minimum of 24 new jobs.

Melba Swintex is the world’s leading manufacturer of temporary traffic management products, such as signs, barriers and cones.

It is moving from Bury and will complete the full relocation by the end of 2019.

Invest in Rossendale is a programme set up by Rossendale Council’s economic development team after Rossendale Council made sustainable growth a key priority.

It aims to attract new

businesses and support the expansion of existing ones, increase investment, create more jobs and raise income levels.Councillor Jackie Oakes, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Economic Development, said: We welcome Melba Swintex’s operations to Rossendale. I have visited the site myself

and met with staff and it is a very impressive set-up and will only get better when they finalise their move by the end of the year. We are committed to increasing inward investment in Rossendale. We are attracting companies in recognised growth sectors to invest more, create more jobs and thrive.

Paul Harrison, Melba Swintex’s finance director, said: The relocation will give Melba the increased production capacity it needs to continue to grow.

This will result in further jobs being created for the local community. We look forward to a long relationship with Rossendale Council.

Preston council

team strike gold again Our dog control team has been awarded Gold for their handling of stray dogs by the RSPCA for yet another year.

PawPrints is run by the RSPCA to recognise organisations that go above and beyond basic requirements to ensure higher welfare standards for animals in the services they provide.

The main aim of the RSPCA Stray Dog Award is to set a level of good practice for their provision, and to acknowledge local authorities that have mechanisms and policies for stray dog welfare, provide staff training and promote responsible dog ownership.

The work is also in partnership

with our kennelling contractor, Morningside Kennels, who deliver the service for the council and who put in all the work to find new homes for those stray dogs that are not claimed. Deputy Leader and Cabinet member for planning and regulation, Councillor Peter Moss, said: “I am delighted that the team have once again been recognised for their continued commitment to the welfare of stray dogs across Preston.

“Congratulations to the team and to Morningside Kennels; it’s a great achievement to sustain such high standards in animal welfare.”

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Lancaster wins £1.28million to revive historic high street Lancaster City Council has been successful in an expression of interest for funds to help boost the local economy by transforming one of Lancaster’s most historic areas. Lancaster has been chosen as one of a new wave of High Streets Heritage Action Zones (HSHAZ) and will now further develop plans to secure up to £1.28 million to unlock the economic potential of an area in the north-east of the city around North Road, Lower Church Street and St Leonardgate.

This area traces the development of Lancaster from its Roman and medieval settlements through its great 18th and 19th century expansion as a result of trading opportunities arising from its positioning next to the River Lune. This creates a rich townscape character and quality that positions Lancaster today as one of England’s Heritage Cities.

The money will be used to help restore and enhance

the historic character of the area, creating an attractive, engaging and vibrant place for people to live, work and play through investment in buildings, spaces and activities. It will help to strengthen connections with the existing heart of the city and improve the cultural offer, with the Grand Theatre and its plans for a new foyer being a major component of the bid.

Coun Tim Hamilton-Cox, Lancaster City Council’s cabinet member for economic development and regeneration, said: “The area which will be covered by the HSHAZ is home to an extraordinarily rich heritage, which has helped to shape the city’s distinctive identity and character.

“It does, however, suffer from being disconnected physically from the core city centre, something which we now hope to be able to address and unlock the unique potential that is presented by its historic buildings and streetscape.

“This funding will act as a catalyst to reinvigorate the public realm and its cultural offer in this part of the city, as well as contributing to the wider plans that are emerging for the Canal Quarter.”

Complementary to the core project, the council will also seek to support the Churches Conservation Trust in the repair and re-use of the Grade II* St John’s Church.

The building is identified on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk register and has been vacant since the Storm Desmond floods in December 2015.

The investment should help deliver an improved offer for people coming into the city centre.

Tony Johnson, Lancaster BID Manager, said: “Lancaster BID is delighted with the success of the High Streets Heritage Action Zone application for Lancaster.

The HSHAZ provides a superb opportunity to build on the physical assets already

in place in Lancaster and further add to the welcoming environment for visitors and residents. “Lancaster BID will actively engage with Lancaster City Council and other partners to facilitate close consultation with the business community to ensure the HSHAZ is a success and fully delivers on its potential for the whole of Lancaster.”

Lancaster City Council will now work with Historic England and local delivery partners to further develop plans for the HSHAZ which would support investment in the city over four years from April 2020.

The success is another example of Lancaster City Council’s priority of accessing funds to breathe new life into the district’s centres. Earlier this year it was successful in the first stage of a bid for the Future High Streets Fund for Morecambe, which could ultimately lead to the town receiving up to £25million to transform the high street.

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A new play area is coming to Rising Bridge thanks to a funding boost

The project will involve new play equipment for children aged 0-16 including a zipwire, new safety surfacing, drainage for the play area and a football pitch and a picnic area, to replace the old and worn play equipment. New pathways will be installed meaning that the Play Area will be accessible to all.

A funding partnership has raised £72,000 for the play area, with money coming from Lancashire Environment Fund, Rossendale Borough Council, Tesco, Awards for All, Rising Bridge Play Area Group, Newground, Local Government Pocket Parks Funding, Jacks, Winfields and Lancashire County Council Member Grants.

Local people were asked how they thought the play area should be improved, and their ideas

informed the plans that were submitted. The design is currently being finalised, and it is hoped that the contractor will be confirmed by the end of the year. Works on the ground are set to begin in January, with the pay area opening in the spring. The project involves working alongside Rising Bridge Community Association and Proffit’s, Investing in Communities, and will provide the local children with an exciting new Play Facility. Adrian Lythgoe – Portfolio Holder for Operations and Development Control, said: This is great news and will be fantastic for the children and families in the area. It did need work as the old equipment isn’t in a great state so I am looking forward to seeing the finished plans and the work as it happens.”

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Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year in Chorley with so much to check out that you’ll never want the celebrations and Christmas cheer to end.

There’s everything from Chorley’s very-own Winter Wonderland to festive market stalls to lots of independent shops for unique Christmas presents, cheeky elves, Christmas crafts and not forgetting opportunities to meet the main man – Father Christmas!

Get your skates on this Christmas and glide, pirouette and whirl across Chorley’s real ice rink and then enjoy some festive drinks in Betty’s Tipi when they return as part of Chorley’s fantastically festive winter wonderland on Cleveland Street in Chorley town centre.

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Chorley's Santa Express Astley Hall & Park, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1XA Chorley's Santa Express will be back to whisk families on a magical journey from Chorley town centre through Astley Park to meet Father Christmas at Astley Hall.

The Santa Express will be running regularly from its new stop on Market Street in Chorley town centre, opposite the town hall, between 9.30am and 4pm every Saturday and

Sunday in December from Saturday 30 November until and including Sunday 22 December to take families to meet Father Christmas as he takes up residence in Astley Hall's Inlaid Room in the run up to Christmas.

Every child who meets Father Christmas will receive a special Christmas gift and there will be some festive fun too.

The time slot you book for is to meet Father Christmas at Astley Hall so please allow up to 30 minutes before your time slot to travel on

Dress up the home for Christmas in 3 easy ways - by using velvet, opulent marble, and DIY place settings for an occasion to remember.

Rebecca Snowden, Interior Style Advisor at Furniture Choice, shares tips on how to achieve a luxurious and cosy ambience for the Christmas season.

1. Reach for a luscious material like velvet. “Invest in a statement piece like a lush velvet sofa that will continue to impress long after the holidays are over,” says Rebecca. “Velvet is a gorgeously rich and sensual material that instantly evokes a luxurious vibe.

And it really shines in a jewel tone like emerald green for a touch of glamour in a modern

living room.”

With such a show-stopping sofa, a few simple accents are all that’s needed to cosy up the space. “Add a soft throw to warm up those chilly nights and some cushions for extra comfort. Guests will also look forward to lounging around with the addition of a handy drinks cart,” she adds. “Stock up on favourites like whisky, mulled wine and spiced rum that are great for sipping by the fireplace.”

2. Lighten up a room with opulent white marble. Take Christmas dinner parties up a notch with a bold, beautiful marble dining table that adds a layer of luxury to any setting.

“White marble not only brightens up a room, it’s incredibly durable and its

3 Decor Tips For A Luxe And Cosy Christmas beauty will never go out of style,” explains Rebecca.

“Smaller homes may want to consider a round table with a central pedestal to free up leg room when gathering over festive meals.”

When it comes to dressing up a table for the holidays, look at little ways to add glitz and shine.

“There’s no better time than the Christmas season to accessorise with metallics use candle holders, napkin rings and even cutlery in gold or brass for glamour and warmth.

A fresh green wreath as a table centrepiece sets the tone and is a beautiful contrast against metal finishings and creamy marble.”

3. DIY personalised place

settings for a memorable party Finally, DIY personalised place settings with guests’ names or photos, as fun décor touches that also show you care. “Luxury is in the little details.

Print photos of each guest to be used as part of their gift

wrap, or make a simple name display for individual place settings - they’re sure to be remembered and appreciated,” says Rebecca.

For those who prefer using natural elements, tie sprigs of holly with ribbon or scatter a few pine cones to create a

festive and elegant setting.

“This season is about enjoying the holidays, spending time with loved ones, and revelling in all the merry, festive vibes that come with it,” says Rebecca. “Remember to have fun while preparing your home, too!”

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Christmas Events We have lots of great festive events in Pendle. Starting with the Christmas Event & Lights Switch On in Barnoldswick

on the 17th November. The next two events are both on the 24th November. The Christmas Switch On in

Colne, and the Christmas Switch On in Nelson, which is also a special Lancashire Day event.

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Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Gordon Rigg Garden Centre, Todmorden, is one of the largest Garden Centres in the North West, enjoying over 60,000sq. ft. of retail space and was voted best Garden Centre in the North, 2nd best in the UK by Which?

Magazine!

You'll be amazed at the variety and choice of products at both of our Garden Centres

from our huge range of indoor and outdoor plants, garden furniture and wild bird care to garden tools, pet care, floristry, gifts, plus much, much more!

We've carefully selected some of our best products to show on this our brand new website.

We'll be adding more products over the coming weeks and months and if you have any

comments or suggestions regarding the site please contact us, we'd love to hear from you.

There's so much to see at our Garden Centres you'll probably be glad of our newly refurbished Cotton Weavers CafĂŠ at our Todmorden branch

or our Bistro at our Rochdale branch for a sit down and some well deserved refreshments!

Gordon Rigg Garden Centre has a proud, long history, inspiring gardeners since 1945 and remains a family owned and run business offering an exceptional and diverse range of garden and home products at fantastic prices!

So why not come on down and pay us a visit... we look forward to seeing you soon!

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Merril Wolfson - theMerlson Products After a twenty-two-year keeping career in the beauty industry as a beauty therapist, which included working for Ole Henriksen in his Beauty Salon in West Hollywood, California for eleven years, and five years working in the beauty industry in London I decided to opt for a career change and try and create a business for myself. Following my divorce, I came across my idea for my angels three years ago while researching for my history degree. With a great personal appreciation of art, and an interest in religious icons of the past, I noticed that images of angels were a constant throughout history.

Across Europe, carved wooden or porcelain wallmounted angels heads were traditionally hung over the internal doorways of the home or on the wall near to where the baby slept, in the belief that they would help ward-off evil spirits and were considered an innocent good luck charm

baby and the household safe.

In a time before penicillin or antibiotics, if a new-born baby were to get sick there was little anyone could do except hope and pray.

Consequently, superstition and religious good-luck charms formed a large part of people’s beliefs.

Christening gifts have been given as a part of the welcoming ceremony for the arrival of the new baby into the community for centuries.

Gifts would vary from babies’ blankets, clothing to bibles, rosaries, angel figurines, crucifixes, or individual pieces of silver, usually in the forms of spoons, originating from a time when silver was a form of currency.

After coming up with my design, I personally worked

with a china manufacturer in Stoke-on-Trent who was able to successfully make me a mould. From there we stared to manufacture the angels 50 at a time.

The fine bone china angels come in white, cream and retail at £19.99 each, with other angels being hand painted in 12% gold pant for £45.00. All angels are sold in their custom designed recyclable carboard box.

For more information please contact Merlson Products at, merlson@hotmail.com or telephone 01978-354901, Facebook page is Crib Angels.

Top Tips on Toys this Christmas With Christmas rapidly approaching and children already circling their musthave gifts this year, Smyths Toys Catalogue has published their list of the top toys for Christmas 2018. Smyths reveal their broad range of gifts for children of all ages,

from old classics like LEGO to the newest plush toy collections.

Paw Patrol Sea Patroller PAW Patrol returns to the top toys list with this year’s Sea Patroller. Kids will love saving the day with Ryder with the land-to-sea rescue

vehicle featuring flashing lights and a working crane for all rescue missions. Also includes a Ryder figure and his Rescue ATV. PJ Masks Deluxe Talking Figure 4-Pack. The PJ Masks Deluxe Talking Figure 4-Pack is the perfect gift for little superheroes. Smyth’s set features Catboy, Owlette, Gekko and Romeo as 15cm poseable figures. Hear iconic phrases from the show by pressing the characters’ amulets!

Luvabella Doll. The unique Luvabella is making an impact this year! Luvabella is a lifelike interactive doll who responds affectionately to love by changing her expression just like a real baby. Luvabella is capable of over 100 words and phrase, giggles when tickled, plays peek-a-boo and responds to her accessories.

Cozmo by Anki.

Cozmo is an intelligent

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little robot with a mind of its own and a one-of-a-kind personality that grows the more it is played with. Cozmo responds to its environment and will nudge you when it wants to play! Drag and drop blocks help to make coding Cozmo’s functions accessible and fun for all children and adults alike.

Imaginext DC Super Friends Batbot Xtreme. The Batbot Xtreme is over 2 feet tall and packed with several epic features! The Batbot Xtreme boasts projectile launchers, extendable wings, a hidden Batcycle, a lift for the included Batman figure and an awesome voice changer. Squeeze the trigger to unleash a super-charged one-two punch!

Fur Real Roarin’ Tyler the Playful Tiger. FurReal’s adorable Roarin’ Tyler the Playful Tiger loves to play— as much so that when kids roar, he roars back! With over 100 sound and motion responses, he’s incredible play value. The soft plush fur makes Tyler a super huggable friend for your child.

Bush Baby World Dream

Tree. Bush Babies is the newest line of collectible plush toys. The toys wiggle their ears, waggle their eyes, and come in their individual delightful hanging sleepy pods, and the Dream Tree helps kids give Bush Babies a home for their collection.

The Dream Tree playset has seating for 5 Bush Babies and hanging loops for even more.

It also has a basket lift, swing seat and light up flower crown for your inhabitant Bush Babies! The Bush Baby World Dream Tree comes with exclusive Bush Baby Niki in her sleepy pod.

Toilet Trouble Game. A new family board game which is a game filled with suspense…

Hasbro’s Toilet Trouble allows players to take turns s pinning the toilet paper roll, flushing the toilet handle in the hope that they don’t get sprayed with water from the game’s loo! Who doesn’t love toilet humour?!

Our Generation Healthy Paws Vet Clinic. Our Generation’s take on a classic veterinary clinic is a stunning, high quality playset for your children’s favourite dolls. The

Our Generation Healthy Paws Vet Clinic features a waiting room, an exam table, and an X-ray light box that really lights up! It contains over 50 accessories, leaving the kids enjoying hours of imaginative role play fun.

Sky Viper Stunt Drone Drones are at the top of every techie’s wish list. The Sky Viper Stunt Drone is a highquality model which is able to perform 8 breathtaking stunts at the touch of a button! Flight assist features include auto take-off, hover and land, while the included guardrails protect the drone whilst learning to fly it.

Thomas & Friends Super Station. Thomas & Friends impresses once again with their Super Station, featuring over 10 metres of track, as well as iconic Sodor locations such as Tidmouth Sheds, Brendam Docks, Knapford Station and the Search and Rescue Centre, all in one set.

With endless opportunities for different routes and, with room for over 100 engines and a new track design that will work with any Thomas engine, the Super Station is

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sure to impress!

L.O.L. Surprise Big Surprise. The L.O.L. Surprise Big Surprise is a gift in which kids can discover 50 layers of surprises as they unbox their L.O.L. Surprise, uncovering new accessories and clues at every layer. The glittery outer container can act as a purse or a display case once the gift has been unraveled, while the exclusive (or maybe rare) dolls inside have secret features, for even more surprise fun!

NERF Modulus Regulator NERF blasters allow children

to create a blaster for any mission with the fully motorised Regulator. Three different firing modes can be chosen due to the SwitchFire Technology, while the included swivel handle and the 2 versatile barrel-scopes allow for blaster-customisation.

Laser X. Laser-tag… at home!

Laser X contains a 2 player pack which has everything needed for the first head to head match. The receiver vests will gradually change colour as they are hit… Get hit ten times and you’re out! This

high-tech gaming experience comes with 2 Laser X blasters and 2 receiver vests.

LEGO Ninjago Movie Destiny’s Bounty. Based on the LEGO Ninjago Movie, Destiny’s bounty, Master Wu’s flying ninja training base, is able to be the new platform for your children’s adventures. With 7 minifigures, weapons and accessories this LEGO ship allows kids to either recreate their favourite scenes from the movie or imagine brand new adventures of their own!

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burymarket Why do hundreds of thousands of satisfied shoppers visit the leading Market in the North West every week?

For over five hundred years, Bury Market has dominated the consumer retail sector in the area. Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting thousands of visitors every week. Quite rightly as the World Famous, Bury Market oozes charisma and atmosphere.

The ambience and layout offers visitors the opportunity to seek out and visit every stall.

The range of products and facilities is second to none.

Bury Market is a very large traditional market in a modern setting. It's a unique shopping experience and great day out for Individuals and Groups.

Bury's World Famous Market

is open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, for bargains galore. Quite simply It is the biggest and best market in the North West! Located close by the Metro Station and next door to the Mill Gate Shopping Centre, Bury Market has great people and great characters and is fully accessible for disabled visitors. Bury Market is a big town centre attraction with free coach parking.

From exotic indulgences to everyday necessities you'll find what you are looking for at Bury Market. There is always something to see and do. Bury Town Centre is

a great day out for everyone, so why not come along... It's a fun way to shop and it's all there waiting for you. Whilst in Bury you might also like to visit the Rock Shopping Centre, Bury Art Gallery, The Fusilier Museum or the East Lancs Railway.

Bury Markets Management Bury Markets Management also operate a Market Hall in Radcliffe (Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday) and a Saturday market in Ramsbottom. They are also responsible for the licensing of other markets and car boots within the borough.

The Boo's Christmas Art Market The Boo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, Lancashire, BB4 7HB. Looking for Christmas present inspiration? Head down to The Boo's Christmas

Art Market on the last weekend of November for unique gifts and handmade decorations. The ever-popular Art Market is not one to be

missed! If that wasn't enough, there'll be homemade mince pies and mulled wine to get you in the festive spirit.

For all The Family

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Crafty Vintage Christmas Markets: The Last Drop Village The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, Hospital Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, Great Manchester, BL7 9PZ Crafty Vintage Christmas Markets returns to the spectacular Last Drop Village with an eclectic mix of vintage wares, handmade crafts, art and quirkiness from some of the finest makers, creators and

collectors in the land all with a festive twist of course!

Opening Times Open 8 Dec 2019 Sunday 11:00 - 16:00 Prices Limited free online tickets £2 admission Further details at craftyvintage.com

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Marine Hall Christmas Market 2019 The Esplanade, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 6HF Come along to this annual Christmas market where the best local independent traders

will be selling handmade gifts and delicious food and drink.

Entrance is FREE. Stock up on presents for the family as well as tasty treats

for the festive season. Bring the kids to meet Santa in his grotto and enjoy some fun Christmas themed activities.

Don’t leave without treating

yourself to some delicious food from one of the street vendors outside in the gardens. Take a look what’s happening on the day…

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Crafty Christmas Market Trinity Methodist Church, Gregson Lane, Hoghton, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 0LD Lots of stalls selling unique handcrafted goods, ideal Christmas gifts!Visit Father Christmas and Elves in their Grotto.

Breakfast, lunches, cakes, snacks, hot lunches in our pop up tea room, with waitress served, Childrens craft room,take a snap in the festive selfie booth, prize everytime tombola, hamper raffle, general raffle,name the ted,book stall, and more!FREE ADMISSION!

Parbold

Frost Fair 2019

Parbold Village Hall, 2 The Green, Parbold Village, Parbold, Lancashire, WN8 7DN Join us for a traditional family Christmas with a contemporary twist.

Hosted in the pretty village of Parbold this will be a "must go" destination for those seeking high quality handmade gifts.

Discover original art, handcrafted items, one of a kind children's toys, clothing designed & stitched by the maker, treat yourself to artisan cheeses, handmade chocolates, fully filled pies & beautiful sweet pastries.

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Stockeld Park, Themed Attraction, Attraction, Garden/Environmental Attraction, Entertainment

In the heart of Yorkshire is Stockeld Park, a place where magic is made and adventures begin. Nestled in a woodland within 30 minutes of Leeds, York & Harrogate, Stockeld Park is the home of adventures and original family fun.

Stockeld Park offers wonderful family days out across different adventure seasons and is open every school holiday. The adventure seasons are February Fun, The Easter Adventure, The Spring Adventure, The Summer Adventure, The Halloween Adventure, and The Christmas Adventure.

Each adventure seasons boasts many fun activities meaning no matter when you visit there is always a huge amount to do and see. Within the park there are themed adventure playgrounds, climbing nets, a covered ice-skating rink (roller blading rink during the warmer seasons), a big yew tree maze, the Enchanted Forest, a large picnic area, amazing gift shop and café.

Phew! There are also other seasonal activities such as jumping pillows, pedal go karts and laser.

The Halloween Adventure kickstarts the winter season at Stockeld and it is the time when the park comes alive with spooky adventures for the Autumn half term.

Along with the fun activities such as the Enchanted Forest,

the adventure playgrounds and the Snowflake Maze, there are a number of special things planned to provide you with lots of Halloween themed entertainment!

Come nightfall during the Halloween season comes Stockeld Dark! Stockeld pump up the scare factor and invite the brave to come and explore their eerier events!

Stockeld Dark is aimed at the slightly older (and braver) children and parents. During the Halloween season you can still go ice skating and try out the Nordic skiing.

Stockeld Park’s renowned Christmas Adventure is centred around the exquisite Winter Illuminations, you can see the award-winning Enchanted Forest come to life after dusk.

The beautiful, ancient woodland is transformed into a magical winter wonderland filled with dazzling, twinkling lights and becomes one of the country’s largest and most creative light displays.

An enchanting experience for all ages! The yew maze becomes an illuminated snowflake maze in the winter season and is a unique and magical experience as it’s the only illuminated maze in Yorkshire!

Along with the covered ice rink it’s certainly a festive day out! What’s more, you can also hire a pair of Nordic skis and glide your way round the Enchanted Forest, it’s great fun and great exercise! Add to that, the wonderful Santa’s Grotto, the gift emporium selling lots of different gifts and dazzling decorations, the tasty café and you are all set for a memorable winter’s day out! Not to mention the Christmas Trees! Stockeld Park grow all their beautiful Christmas trees on the estate and they’re available to buy late November.

Stockeld Park is truly a magical place and is the perfect place for a family fun day out – all year round!

For the full details on our

events, prices and opening times please visit www. stockeldpark.co.uk

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Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway A 16 mile return journey by narrow gauge steam train through beautiful Mid Wales countryside Santa Trains 2019 Trains run from LLANFAIR CAEREINION only on the following dates and departure times. ADVANCE BOOKING STRONGLY ADVISED Saturday 7th December 1.15pm - 2.30pm Sunday 8th December 10.30am - 11.45am - 1.15pm - 2.30pm Saturday 14th December 10.30am - 11.45am - 1.15pm 2.30pm - 3.45pm Sunday 15th December 10.30am - 11.45am - 1.15pm 2.30pm - 3.45pm Saturday 21st December 10.30am - 11.45am - 1.15pm 2.30pm - 3.45pm Sunday 22nd December 10.30am - 11.45am - 1.15pm - 2.30pm A family favourite; come and meet Santa whilst travelling

by steam train alongside the River Banwy.

• Every child receives a present from Santa on the train • Adults receive complimentary glass of warming mulled wine and a mince pie • A complimentary fruit drink and mince pie for the children • Reserved accommodation in our heated carriages • A 45 minute steam train ride from Llanfair Caereinion to Cyfronydd and return • Tearoom open for sale of hot drinks and light refreshments • Souvenir shop open for last minute gifts Santa Special Train Fares INCLUSIVE FARES FOR ALL AGES (over 12 months) Children under 12 months do not pay, but please let us know that they are travelling as Santa would like them to receive a present.

TICKETS BOOKED IN

ADVANCE - (All age groups over 12 months) £12.50 TICKETS PAID FOR ON THE DAY - (All age groups over 12 months) £15.00 UNDER 12 MONTHS FREE Parties are welcome, please telephone for details and prices for groups of 20 or more paying people.

Further information and how to book The return train journey will take about 45 minutes, however please allow extra time to park your car before travelling (Free parking at Llanfair Caereinion station).

Please note that our Santa trains do not traverse the entire railway, and access is not available from any other station.

You should also allow a little time after your journey to visit the tearoom for the price

inclusive refreshments (see above).

We regret that Dogs (other than assistance dogs) are not permitted to travel on our Santa Trains.

Please let us know if anybody in your group (children or adults) is celebrating a birthday during your visit Santa always likes to make a fuss. Please either send us an email via the contact us form or give us a call (01938 810441).

There is limited wheelchair accommodation on each train - Please read our access statement for guidelines and check availability before booking a specific train.

Most of our trains are expected to be fully booked and we advise that you book in advance to guarantee your place on your chosen train. You can book online now using the links below, or our telephone booking

line is open most days between 9.00am and 4.00pm.

Telephone our booking line on 01938 810441. Please feel free to leave a contact name and telephone number out of hours - you might even catch somebody in!

Book your tickets online Buy tickets for Saturday 7th December 2019 Buy tickets for Sunday 8th

December 2019 Buy tickets for Saturday 14th December 2019 Buy tickets for Sunday 15th December 2019 Buy tickets for Saturday 21st December 2019 Buy tickets for Sunday 22nd December 2019 (Please note that Welshpool, Raven Square Station, is closed during the winter)

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Five Christmas markets to fill

your stockings and your stomach

Windermere Christmas Celebration 8th & 9th December Windermere is hosting its second Christmas celebration this year with a wide range of festive stalls selling seasonal gifts from creative ceramics to handcrafted soaps.

There will be delicious food and drinks offerings available all day, as well as live music and on street entertainment.

The festivities will continue into the evening in the bars and pubs in the area so why not make a weekend of it and book accommodation in the area.

Carlisle Christmas Artisan Market 28th November – 2nd December Held in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, underneath the formidable fortress of Carlisle Castle and on the door step of the world heritage site of Hadrian’s Wall, this annual event will boast an array of food and drink stalls by local producers as well as independent arts and crafts.

Soak up the atmosphere at this festive event and stock up on Christmas essentials.

Yew Tree Barn, near Cartmel 30th Nov - 2nd December Escape the cold and head into the warmth of the converted barn and heated marquee at this festive Christmas market where you can stock up on

gifts from an array of stalls selling antiques, art, food and drink. Listen to live music and treat yourself to hot roasted chestnuts whilst enjoying the festive spirit.

Explore nearby Cartmel, the ultimate foodie destination with the village being the home of the famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding a range of delightful independent artisan shops, a brewery and even a two Michelin star restaurant.

Askham Hall & Gardens 30th November - 2nd December Askham’s newly refurbished medieval ‘banquet hall’ will be just one of the locations to come alive with the sights and sounds of a traditional Christmas m a r k e t .

Around 45 stalls will be taking residence s e l l i n g an array of festive produce, crafts and giftware from local Cumbrian businesses and suppliers.

H o l k e r

Winter Market 2nd, 3rd & 4th November Stock up on local Cumbrian produce and artisan gifts at the Winter Market at Holker Hall and Gardens.

With over 50 stalls all showcasing the best produce on offer for the festive season, exquisite home decorations and perfect presents for all the family. There’s also live music and street entertainment along with children’s activities so there’s something to give everyone the festive feeling.

With an array of markets and foodie festivities going on in the region over the festive period why not make a holiday of it, stay in one of our 1000s

of accommodations and visit our many attractions and restaurants.

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The Christmas Maze @ Hayes Garden World!

Enter The Christmas Maze @ Christmas delights With The elves will help you find Hayes Garden World!

Polars and penguins for the way To secret rooms for It’s a magical world of snowball fights you to play, Follow the maze, no turning back Santa’s reindeer have gone off track Help him search through the snow But what are their names?

Do you Know!!

You’re nearly there now Turn the corner and WOW SANTA is ready to see you now.

Prices Includes – Entry to the Christmas Maze to search for Santa’s Reindeer, with various games to play along the way.

A visit to Santa for your Christmas present and photo opportunity.

Receive a special book about your visit to share with the family. (one book per family).

Make some reindeer food to take home.

The Christmas Maze Opening Times

The Christmas Maze will be open from the 2nd November until 23rd December.

Dates in November: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday & every day from 14th November.

December: Every day until the 23rd. Bookings available every 15 minutes from 9.45am (Sunday 10.20am) – 12.45pm then 13.45pm - 5.15pm (Sunday 4.45pm).

Special Needs Sessions This year we are setting aside sessions on the 3rd December 12pm to 5pm for children

with special needs including autism. There will be some time slots that will cater for one child & the music will be turned down to create a more soothing atmosphere. If you would like to book a session please call Sharon on 015394 33434 to book your time slot & explain your requirements.

If you are unable to make it on the 3rd, please call and we will try our best to accommodate your child at a quiet time that will suit your needs.

Ticket Prices Off Peak (Weekdays):

Babies 0-1yrs - £10.00 Children 1-15yrs - £12.00 Adults - £2.00 (At least one adult required per booking.

Maximum of two per child or for larger numbers of adults please book the quieter sessions at the start or end of the day) Peak Times (Weekends): Babies 0-1yr - £12.00 Children 1-15yrs - £14.00 Adults - £2.00 Booking is essential, please book online using the button on the left to reserve your places in advance.

The Father Christmas Cruise 2019 This year there will be TWO CRUISES provided by Windermere Lake Cruises.

The MORNING CRUISE departs from Waterhead Pier, Ambleside at 11.00am prompt to search for Father Christmas in the morning mists on the lake. Boarding will start from 10.30am for holders of the special tickets. If we are really

lucky we may even find some of Santa's helpers!

The AFTERNOON CRUISE departs from Waterhead Pier at 2pm prompt to search for Father Christmas in the afternoon mists on the lake.

Boarding will start from 1.30pm for holders of the special tickets. If we are really lucky we even find some of Santa's helpers!

There will be entertainment on the boats for the children, with the Snow Queen and attendants to make the journey pass quickly and

happily. When the steamer finds him, Father Christmas will come aboard to meet the children. The wonder of Christmas will entrance all the young children as Father Christmas gives them each a small present on the journey back to Waterhead.

After the afternoon cruise Father Christmas will wander along the promenade at Waterhead switching on the lights before boarding his sleigh which will take him to Ambleside to meet up with the lantern bearers.

Ticket prices will be a flat rate of £12.50 per person.

Tickets for each cruise go on sale as from 1st October 2019, from: Stiles Coffee Bar, Compston Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DJ

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Santa Cruise Join Santa and his helpers aboard this magical cruise through a wintry Windermere wonderland.

• Aboard a heated modern launch, Santa is there throughout the cruise to join in with the fun and deliver a wrapped present to each child.

• With Christmas games, music and loads of festive cheer, it's a great cruise that the whole family can enjoy.

• There is also sherry and mince pies for the adults.

Our modern launch departs Bowness Pier for a 90-minute cruise at two times each day:

• Saturday 7 December, 11:30am - 1pm Sorry, fully booked!

• Saturday 7 December, 2pm - 3:30pm Sorry, fully booked!

• Sunday 8 December, 11:30am - 1pm • Sunday 8 December, 2pm 3:30pm • Saturday 14 December, 11:30am - 1pm Nearly fully booked!

• Saturday 14 December, 2pm - 3:30pm Nearly fully booked!

• Sunday 15 December, 11:30am - 1pm Nearly fully booked!

• Sunday 15 December, 2pm -

3:30pm Tickets for this special Santa cruise always sell out very fast (normally before October), so make sure you book your place early.

To book call 015394 43360 and give us information including your child’s name and age.

(Sorry, you can’t book online for this special cruise) Cruise prices (includes a gift for every child) Adult & Children aged 3 & over - £12.50 Children under 3 - £6.25

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Travelling to the Lake District?

You will receive a friendly welcome at 19 The Wine Bar with it’s newly appointed facelift, formerly known as Burgundy’s to the people of Kendal. This iconic bar is the oldest wine bar in Kendal, now has a new feel and a new team. Cafe bar by day and wine bar by night. Serving an array of old and new wines, cask ales from £3, a selection

of cocktails and their fabulous sharing gin trays. They also have delicious chees and meat boards available all day and the kitchen officially opens for an array of freshly made food and simply scrumptious home-baked cakes from 11.30am to 7pm at the beginning of October.

The team are putting on events every week including live

music every Tuesday night on their beautiful rooftop terrace from 7pm; on the 1st and 3rd week of every month there is an open mic: PLUG & PLAY headed up by Eva Grace.

19 The Wine Bar are also excited to share with you the wonderful talent of Iona Maclean Management, based in London and los Angeles.

She will be presenting Open

Audition and Actors workshops which will include actors and managers from London who will teach and guide new and/or experienced actors. There will also be the opportunity to work with their inhouse photogropher on headshots and self-tapes.

Trying something new they are also launching “Chitter Chatter” evenings where you can come along and chatter away to practice your French/Spanish in the presence of a teacher and bar staff. It’s hard to retain your ability to converse when you don’t get the opportunity to practice!

If you are interested in any of the above, please contact the team through their Facebook page: 19 The Wine Bar

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How to pick the best bottle of bubbly for Christmas Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without bubbles.

But with 10 zillion options vying for a place in your festive fridge, which bottle should you take home? 2015 was the year that our collective zeal for Italian prosecco reached its zenith (Brits spent £41m on own-brand versions of the stuff last year). But it was also when bright, fresh English wine started to be taken

seriously (HMRC has seen a 41% increase in applications to produce English sparkling wine this year).

And let's not forget the original. The fanciest. Bonedry, golden-toned champagne.

First up, let's talk basics.

Prosecco – This is a lovely lighter style of fizz. It's fresher and fruitier than champagne and cava, which makes it easier to drink and

therefore great for parties. It's also the fizz of the moment, very trendy and obviously a cheaper alternative to champers. Cava – From Spain, cava is a great all-rounder. It’s much cheaper than champagne (about £6 a bottle) but made in exactly the same way, so the flavour profile is similar with those yeasty notes that come from the second fermentation in the bottle. Champagne

– Naturally, the king of fizz, and the price reflects that. It can only be made in the Champagne region of France, and only from certain grape varieties. It has delicious brioche notes from its extended time ageing in bottle. English Sparkling – The home-grown stuff is having a great time at the moment as consumers are coming to realise its excellent quality. It tends to have similar traits to champagne as the climate of southern England, where most of the vineyards are, is very similar to that of the Champagne region in France – although the notes are more appley rather than lemony.

And buying it helps the English wine industry, which is a good thing. And which fizz is best for which occasion​ ? For Christmas nibbles and antipasti platters: prosecco wins Shellfish starter or any fried fish: try cava – the acidity cuts through the oiliness. Smoked salmon: perfect with blanc de blancs champagne.

The citrus notes work beautifully with the strong flavour. For pudding: try asti, the sweet sparkling white Italian wine.

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10 tips for healthy eating out Whether it’s lunch with work colleagues or an evening celebrating with friends, most of us tend to eat less healthily when we eat in restaurants, pubs and cafes. Senior Dietitian Victoria Taylor offers her tips for eating out without overdoing it.Believe it or not, it is possible to eat, drink and be merry without overdoing it. Here are my tips for having a good time while keeping an eye on your waistline and good health.

1. How often are you eating out?.

A one-off meal out probably won’t make any difference to your health in the grand scheme of things, so enjoy it.

However, if it’s one of many, consider carefully how it fits into your overall diet. This could mean having a lighter meal in the evening, like soup or a sandwich, if you had a big meal earlier in the day. Or you could choose the healthiest

menu options to make the meal fit into your normal diet, rather than just going for your favourites.

2. Check what’s on the menu Don’t be afraid to ask the restaurant to adapt dishes One of the best ways to ensure you make healthy choices when eating out is to check the menu before you arrive, whether online or in person. It means you can choose your meal without others influencing you. Many larger restaurant chains offer nutritional information online.

3. How many courses?

The tendency when we eat out is to have more than we would at home. Sticking to just one course once you see what everyone else is having is hard. Decide before you begin if you are going to have a starter or a dessert, and which one you’ll find easier to decline. Having a coffee or cup of tea while others have

a pudding is a good way to round off a meal, or you could share a pudding with others.

4. Adapt your dishes Don’t be afraid to ask the restaurant to adapt dishes.

It’s not usually a problem to replace chips with a jacket potato, salad or vegetables.

You can also ask for no extra cheese, butter or oil, and to put sauces in a dish on the side.

5. Portion control. A small portion of saladIt can be easy to eat more than you intended when eating out.

If you don’t want to feel too stuffed, consider a starter (perhaps with a side order of vegetables), instead of a main course, or ask for a smaller portion.

6. Keep it lean. Choose dishes which are based on lean proteins like chicken or turkey (where you can remove the skin) or lean red meats like fillet of pork or beef. Avoid fattier cuts of

meat like belly pork or rump steak and remove any visible fat like the fat around the edge of a chop. Watch out for battered and deep fried dishes - even if the contents are lean (like chicken, fish, tofu or vegetables) the coating means they will come with lots of extra fat and calories.

7. A bit on the side Having a coffee or cup of tea while others have a pudding is a good way to round off a meal. Having a good helping of vegetables with your meal will add vitamins, minerals and fibre and help you towards your five a day, but beware vegetables that come with added butter, cheese sauce or salt. Ask the server for more information and see if there are any healthier alternatives.

8. Be drink aware. Keeping alcoholic drinks within the guidelines is important, particularly if you are going to be socialising more than

usual. Try not to exceed the recommended 2–3 units a day for women and 3–4 for men.

Don’t forget the calories that drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, can add. If you can, choose sugar-free drinks or water, and alternate these with any alcoholic drinks you are having.

9. Entertain at home. A dinner partyWe all enjoy eating out sometimes, but have you considered inviting family or friends round for a meal?

That way you can control what’s on the menu, and it’s

often cheaper, too. Ask your guests to bring a dish if you don’t want to be overwhelmed by cooking, although don’t forget to let them know if you want them to bring a healthier option.

10. Fancy a nibble?

Nibbles are always a very tempting option. It’s fine to indulge in a shortbread biscuit, or a chocolate sweet, but sticking to a regular pattern of meals and snacks will help to make sure you aren’t hungry between meals and help maintain your willpower.

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Great British Food Festival - Christmas Festival Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9PZ THE GREAT BIG CHRISTMAS SHOP! Set inside the beautiful college, join us for a Christmas shopping experience like no other. Food, drink, gift and craft stalls a plenty.

Chef demos and Christmas cheer a plenty!

This event is mostly a Christmas shopping experience inside the buildings, with only a selected number of hot food and bar options outside.

Opening Times. Great British Food Festival - Christmas 14 Dec 2019 - 15 Dec 2019 Saturday - Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Prices Ticket Type Ticket Tariff Adult Ticket £6.00 per person per day Child Ticket £3.00 per person per day Concession £5.00 per person per day Family Ticket £19.00 per person per day

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Anchor tenant announced for

£26m Pioneer Place leisure complex

Popular cinema chain Reel Cinema has signed as anchor tenant for the £26million Pioneer Place leisure and retail scheme in Burnley town centre. Burnley Council, owners of Pioneer Place, has announced that the scheme has received a significant boost, having signed agreements with Reel to bring an eightscreen, 18,134 sq.ft. multiscreen cinema complex to the Pioneer Place development, which will also include a restaurant plaza, shops and 125-space car park.

The complex will also have space for seven restaurant units and two shops.

Burnley Council leader Charlie Briggs said: "I am delighted that we have secured Reel Cinema as anchor for this exciting leisure and retail development. We have signed a deal with Reel to relocate them onsite into a new, purpose built, state-of-the-art cinema multi-screen complex.

"It’s great that we have announced Reel as anchor for the Pioneer Place development. The signing will give other restaurant and leisure chains the confidence to invest in this exciting scheme. We’ve already had initial talks with some of the leading restaurant chains and the signing of Reel as anchor tenant should provide them with the confidence to commit. “With the growth of the University of Central Lancashire in Burnley and the student population in Burnley set to grow ten-fold to 4,000 in the next four years, this new cinema and leisure offer will be great for the new students

and a boost to Burnley’s growing university town status. “This development will also be a major jobs boost for Burnley with the site once complete set to create over 300 jobs, as well as the many construction jobs which will be created in the development of the project. “Burnley town centre has attracted a number of new businesses in the last 18 months including Primark, Easy Coffee, Quick Crepes, Millie's Cookies, Carnivoro Brazilian restaurant, and The Corkhouse wine shop & bar. A recent report by independent experts said Burnley is ‘punching above its weight’ in terms of maintaining and growing the number of shops in its town centre. The Pioneer Place development will further establish Burnley as the leading shopping and leisure destination in East Lancashire.”

The council’s executive member for economy and growth, Councillor Gordon Birtwistle, said: “Burnley town centre is a thriving centre which we support with a calendar of events throughout the year which have attracted big visitor numbers and increased the footfall in the town. Burnley's Summer Garden Party saw footfall increase by over 25%, the Burnley Literary Festival attracted over 5% increase in footfall and Burnley's Christmas Party brought a 16.3% increase in footfall to the town centre.”

K C Suri, owner of Reel Cinema, said: "We are very pleased to announce that we have signed an agreement

to open an anchor cinema at Pioneer Place. "Burnley is a good location for us, with a thriving local economy. With its modern design, Pioneer Place will be a great addition to Burnley Town Centre attracting more visitors and creating a dynamic leisure environment.

Pioneer Place is being developed by Burnley Council in partnership with developers Maple Grove Developments.

Karen Hirst, managing director, Maple Grove Development, said: “We are really excited to be working in partnership with Burnley Council. The scheme is a major mixed-use town centre development and the signing of Reel to Pioneer Place is a major milestone in the project.

We will be delivering an eightscreen cinema, which includes one VIP screen and will also include seven new restaurants/ cafes/bars, looking to attract a number of national and regional operators as well as independent operators around a new piece of public open space. Pioneer Place will be a major addition to Burnley’s night time economy”.

Stephen Young, executive director of growth, environment, transport and community services, Lancashire County Council said: “We're really pleased to be working with Burnley Borough Council on this exciting project. It's important that we do what we can to develop the road network to support the continued economic growth in the town and help with its ongoing transformation."

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Planning a day out?

Discover incredible things to do in North Wales But where to begin? Well, the north east of Wales has plenty of history and is home to North Wale's only World Heritage Site. The coastal regions like Colwyn Bay and Conwy have excellent beaches and family attractions. You’ll find adventure in the mountains of Snowdonia & stunning locations along the Llyn Peninsula. Picture this. An abandoned quarry, once the world’s largest, turned into the world’s fastest zip zone.

Or how about the world’s first manmade surf lagoon

delivering consistent two metre waves. You can even scale to Britain’s lowest point, deep beneath the mountain's of Snowdonia. With all this, it’s no surprise that North Wales has a growing reputation as being the adventure capital of the UK. Underground, on ground or above ground, be prepared for an unforgettable adventure in North Wales.

But it’s not all about flying through the air.

There are plenty of things to do in North Wales snd Betwsy-Coed for example that don't require a helmet or wetsuit.

The region has an incredibly

rich and eventful history & heritage – which has to be explored. Medieval castles dominate historic towns, historical structures can be seen across the region & you can even explore a 4,000 yearold mine!

For a compre hensive look at the regions history, be sure to visit North Wales’ intriguing museums. For families, North Wales and Llandudno in particular has a great array of attractions. Adventure parks provide an array of things to do in North Wales including roller coasters, slides and experiences. For

a day of discovery, head to one of the regions zoos & aquariums – here, the kids can be introduced to animals from all over the world.

With so much going on, you might forget to take it all in so why not make your

stay a bit longer? Whether you are looking for seaside hotels, traditional bed and breakfasts, quirky glamping and campsites, family friendly holiday and carvan parks or just basic self catering accommodation, all needs

and tastes are catered for in North Wales! And in terms of dining out, Don’t worry. With a wide variety of excellent restaurants, pubs and bars to choose from, you can be certain your stay in North Wales will be a fantastic one!

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There are so many reasons to visit to the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Take a cheeky short break…

Although it feels a million miles from city life, Snowdonia is less than three hours from the Lancashire area so ideally placed if you feel the need to get away, enjoy some fresh air and grab a cheeky short break!

You can even come by train with through services straight into the area from Manchester.

There is a wonderful variety of things to do and places

to stay, there is bound to be something that takes your fancy, and the trains can take the strain of travelling around.

The two railways run between the towns of Caernarfon, Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog, each town with its individual character, privately owned shops, quirky places to eat and a range of short break accommodation So where will you stay? Come glamping in stylish safari tents

high up on the hill in Blaenau Ffestiniog or a luxury cabin in Beddgelert. Treat yourself to a stay in a family run guest house or hotel. There is a wide range of self-catering too and there are often some good deals to be had on a last minute short break. There is so much choice along the route.

Rover tickets for events or for normal operating days are available on line, making

it even easier to plan your trip.

And at the end of your journey, why not sit in the beer garden at Spooner’s bar on the platform in Porthmadog and watch the trains go by. Now that’s a real treat! w w w. f e s t r a i l . co.uk

On holiday with your four legged friend…

The Snowdonia National Park has a stunning mix of mountains, lakes, forests and coastline and there are footpaths and bridleways abound. And for those who have a four legged member of the family, there are some fantastic walks to be had for all different abilities.

Many campsites and self catering properties welcome dogs and there are also a number of dog friendly hotels and guest houses nearby.

Well behaved dogs are welcome to travel with the family in the standard class carriages on both railways. Your day rover ticket allows you to hop on and off the train to take

Camping and Caravanning around the railways...

Both railways run through the heart of the Snowdonia National Park with its stunning mix of mountains, lakes, forests and coastline.

The air is fresh and clear and much of the area enjoys Dark Sky status – great for campers! It also boasts a wide variety of camp sites, allowing you to make the

most of this wonderful area.

Some are run by the larger organisations and there are some wonderful privately owned tiny sites too that will take you right into the heart of the Welsh countryside.

A number of sites enjoy close proximity to the railways.

Several are within walking distance of a station –

especially handy for motor homes and camper vans.

Many stations have their own car park or there are council car parks close by which are barrier free if you at a site that is slightly further afield.

The railways are part of a network of tourist routes including the Wales Coast Path, many cycle and walking

routes, plus national bus and train routes.

So whether you want to go out exploring or simply sit back and let the steam engine do the work, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways make a great part of your camping holiday.

For more information on how you include the railways in your camping holiday visit the website and look for our camping leaflet. www.festrail.co.uk

a walk, or you can purchase a single ticket to combine a walk with a train ride. Dog rover tickets cost just £3 for the day. Tan y Bwlch station, with its woodland setting, is a great place for a family walk with the dog and there are walks leaflets available in the tearooms.

The railways are part of a network of tourist routes including the Wales Coast Path, many cycle and walking routes, plus national bus and

train routes. So whether you want to go out exploring or just take a short walk, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways make a great part of your family holiday.

For more information on bringing your pet for a train ride, visit the website. www.festrail.co.uk

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ighland Railways and the beautiful area through which they run Driving Holidays and Car Club excursions…

The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways run through an area with a stunning mix of mountains, lakes, forests and coastline. Its roads offer great driving and splendid views, just the thing if you enjoy driving or for a car club meet.

The major routes into the area are now much improved and Visit Wales are promoting the main arteries within Wales as The Wales Way. The railways are on or close to all these routes so make an ideal add on to a driving itinerary. There is a good

range of accommodation from campsites to boutique hotels that can safely look after cherished vehicles and provide good photography opportunities as well.

The railways offer lots of ways for driving groups to get involved. Park in one of our car parks and take a ride out – the scenery is even better with someone else driving! Use our cafes as a pit stop on a tour of the area. We have a large yard

with licensed shed at one of our stations which can be used for rallies. But it is that chance too to get the shot of your favourite car with a classic steam locomotive that’s worth driving for.

If you are travelling as a group, special rates are available to parties of 20 or more and both parking and refreshments can be arranged for you. www.festrail.co.uk

Great for gardens…

The two railways run through some of the most beautiful parts Snowdonia. The National Park enjoys amazing micro climates and, with the effect of the Gulf Stream, is lucky to have some amazing gardens containing plants from all over the World that survive happily next to our own native species.

For garden lovers, there are plenty to choose from within a short distance of the railways.

The wonderful world of Portmeirion is only a mile away, while Sir Clough Williams Ellis’ own gardens of Plas Brondanw offer a different insight into this fascinating man.

Plas Tan y Bwlch gardens contain some interesting species from the great plant hunters of the 19th Century. Alight at Tan

Take a Romantic Welsh Break…

The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways are less than three hours from Liverpool, Manchester and the North West so ideally placed if you feel the need to slow down and treat yourselves to a romantic short break away from it all.

There is a wonderful variety of places to stay and things to do in the area.

The two railways run between the towns of Caernarfon, Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog, each with its

individual character, privately owned shops, quirky places to eat and a range of short break accommodation So where will you stay?

There are some excellent spa breaks in beautiful locations, the nearest being Portmeirion village with top class accommodation and Mermaid Spa. Of perhaps you yearn for a tiny cottage with a cosy log

burner and hot tub. There is so much choice and it is all yours. The luxury first class observation carriages of the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways offer a real treat and on Saturdays, there is the Pullman Afternoon Tea between Porthmadog and Caernarfon with morning coffee on the outward journey and afternoon tea on the

y Bwlch station for a lovely woodland walk through the historic woods of the Vale of Ffestiniog down to the house and gardens.

The railways themselves boast some beautiful gardens their stations. All are lovingly cared for by the staff and volunteers; though the local sheep view them as a handy place to eat!

Keeping the stations smart and bright throughout the year might be thought of as a labour of love but, in fact, it is a chance for many volunteers

return. It’s just like a mini Orient Express. And of course, when you get here, you may just want to chill out and enjoy a steak and a glass of wine in Spooner’s bar or take a drink out to their terrace overlooking the platform and estuary in Porthmadog and watch the world go by. Whatever you want from your short break you are sure to find it here. www.festrail.co.uk

to come together to share their love of gardening and help to make the railway a place to be proud of.

Combining a train ride with a garden visit is an ideal excuse for a short break in the area and is a great idea for gardening groups, with one-way train trips available as part of your day out.

Visit the group section on the website for itineraries and information. www.festrail.co.uk

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How to get an upgrade on your honeymoon!

Getting married isn’t just about going on honeymoon, but it sure is an exciting plus to the whole shebang! But how do you go about milking the special occasion for all its worth? Everyone loves an upgrade and if you can’t get one when you’re going on your honeymoon then when can you? It’s the perfect opportunity to be pampered and spoiled, especially after all the stress of the wedding planning is over.

Calling first class!

There are so many moments where you might be able to wangle an upgrade when you go on honeymoon. The first is the flight. This is a lot easier to accomplish if you haven’t booked a package deal through a high street travel agency.

If you’ve booked flights and accommodation separately then turning up at the airport in your finest clobber, rather than like a scruff bag (albeit a very comfy one), is a great

way to find yourself boosted up to First or Business class.

This is an important fact to consider as the area you want to be moved into is usually full of very well-heeled people. The next step is to arrive at the airport early. This gives you the best opportunity of nabbing any last-minute upgrades.

Don’t forget to check again when you reach the gate in case an upgrade has become available since you checkedin. Another hot tip for making it more likely to receive an upgrade is to fly on a Saturday as this is when business travellers are usually at home, meaning you have less competition.

Tell the world you’re here for your honeymoon Once you’ve made it to your honeymoon destination the next step towards getting an upgrade is to tell everyone that you’re on your honeymoon!

It’s important to do this at

the right time though. Telling businesses that you’re going on your honeymoon when you make the booking tends to hike the prices up. So, you’re better off waiting until you hit the runway to mention that you’re newly-weds on honeymoon. If you’re staying in a hotel then mention at check-in that you’re on your honeymoon and ask if there are any honeymoon suites available for you to upgrade to or if there is anything they can do for you to help make your honeymoon more memorable.

Then as you go about making your precious memories whilst you are away, you need to keep speaking up.

Tell everyone you meet that you’re there on your honeymoon. You never know, it might lead to a couple of free glasses of champagne over dinner at any of the restaurants you might visit!

The same can be said for any activities, excursions or day

trips that you intend to do whilst you’re away.

Live like an A-lister Of course, before you even get to this stage you need to decide on where to go!

If you’re at a loss for ideas, other than knowing that you want the A-list treatment, then take a leaf out of @ RocknRollBride’s book. She says that ‘If you’re looking

to really go all out on your honeymoon, to have a once in a lifetime experience and to truly live it up like a rock star, then the Maldives has to be top of your list.’

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Teepee Weddings and The Great Out Doors

Teepee Tent Hire provide Luxury and Unique Teepee’s for weddings and events!

Established since 2014 our experience and knowledge is ever growing. Teepee’s are a marvellous and unique way to celebrate s special occasion.

They lend themselves to a very relaxed and laidback approach which what makes them so appealing! Who wants to feel stressed and uncomfortable!?

The teepee’s come in many shapes and sizes from 6.5m – 10.3m in diameter, which are all uniquely designed to interlink with one another so to create a really special space

for you and your guests to celebrate!

The teepee’s can provide space for an intimate party of 10-15 people in a ‘Baby Teepee’ or a large good old ‘knees up’ for hundreds of guests in interlink giant teepee’s! Whatever the occasion, Teepee Tent Hire can provide a space that is sure to WOW your guests!

The teepee’s can also be used all year round too, with are wonderful firepits and heaters keeping you toasty and warm …... and not forgetting that they make for a great marshmallow toasting station too! The approach we offer

to clients is that we can do as much or as little as you’re after. If you’re dead set on organising and arranging your wedding, styling and suppliers then we are more than happy for you to get stuck in!

However, for those who either don’t have a clue on where to start or don’t have the time and just need some guidance, then we can help you with assigning your own personal wedding planner and event coordinator. We work hand in hand with Donna, from ‘Eden Weddings and Events’ who also has an awardwinning styling and venue dressing company called ‘Pure Elegance Wedding and Events’. Donna has over 20 year’s experience in the events industry and is sure to make sure that your special day is just as you imagined, she will be there on the day to ensure all the suppliers and guests know what, when and where they should be, so that

the day moves smoothly and on time! She can also style and dress your teepee with her team of stylist who transform the space in no time to the magical space you envisaged!

Here are some of my top tips for a Teepee Wedding 1. The Venue – Whether it’s at home, in a field or at a wedding venue. Make sure that the land has good drainage and that the grass has been cut at least 4-5 times before installation begins. Make sure if you’re in a field that there are no divots in the ground from cattle, try to corner off an area to keep it free from cattle.

2. Heating – This is something I am always mentioning to clients. Heaters aren’t just for winter. Okay so you may not need them during the day but when the sun drops so does the temperature! It would be a shame for everyone to be making an early dart because they’re cold, so keep the party going and hire a heater or 2.

3. Weather – The one thing we wish we could plan!

However, the best thing to do and this goes for every couple on their wedding day, whether it be an indoor venue or outdoor one, is to hope for the best but prepare for the worst. This way you have options and back up plans. We can provide you with a contingency plan for rain, wind and extreme heat.

We have a weather kit which provides you with a sheltered entrance into the teepee whilst the PVC clear panel allow natural light inside too, so you can enjoy the atmosphere under canvas!

4.

Photographer/ Videographer – Don’t overlook this element, we can recommend some fabulous photographers and videographers who we have worked with in the past.

Those amazing memories can be relived through over and over again in different media!

There is some real talent out there that will be sure to capture every element of your day and capture the funny moments you may not have even seen!

5. Entertainment – This could be for the adults or the children! Some ideas are; Bouncy Castle Rodeo Bull Mobile Crazy Golf Course Magician Silent Disco Saxophone Band DJ Face-paint or Glitter Paint Artist Garden Games – Giant Jenga, Sack Race, Connect Four etc.

If you’re intrigued to find out more, then visit our website on www.teepeetenthire.com or contact us on 01254 208 166 and info@teepeetenthire. com Celebrate your wedding or event in style with Teepee Tent Hire

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Let's Talk-Wellbeing Let’s Talk - Wellbeing is available in Nottingham City, Nottinghamshire, Leicester City and Leicestershire and Rutland. The service provides psychological assessment and treatment (talking therapies) for common mental health problems, which 1 in 4 of us will suffer with at some stage in our lives. This includes depression, anxiety, panic, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and stress.

It is normal to experience changes in your mood and behaviour at times of stress and emotional upset. Your physical health may also affect your mood and stress levels. If these changes

continue to affect you, then the Let's Talk-Wellbeing service could help.

Treatment Our specialist practitioners use a range of approaches, including one to one appointments, group workshops, self-help books, leaflets, online and telephone support. Support is provided at different venues in the community, including GP surgeries and community centres. Therapies offered are based on National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines.

They include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), counselling, Mindfulness Based CBT (MBCT) groups, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), guided selfhelp education and group

therapies (see leaflet for more information).

The service is part of the national Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme.

Service opening hours Our office opening hours are as follows: • Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm • Leicestershire and Rutland Monday to Friday 9am 5pm (please note that some sessions can be provided outside of these hours) • Leicester City Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm Accessing our service This service is available to people aged 18 and over in Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire, and people aged 16 and over in Leicester City and Leicestershire County and Rutland.

up giving up after a couple of weeks. Losing 10 pounds a week on a fad diet may seem tempting, but it often results in unhealthy and unsustainable weight loss. The real secret to healthy and successful weight loss is to adopt a lifestyle that you can maintain for the long run.

This involves changing your diet, following a regular workout schedule, and taking the right supplements for your body’s needs. With that in mind, here are 5 other tips to help you achieve your weight and fitness goals: Eat Better at Breakfast While all meals are important, breakfast is the most crucial one of all. That’s because it helps you start your days on the right track.

A hearty, healthy breakfast will fill you up and give you optimal satisfaction for longer periods of time.

Your goal should be to eat between 400 to 500 calories at breakfast. Build a meal that includes lean proteins (nuts or eggs), fibers (fruits or vegetables), and whole grains.

Say Goodbye to Added Sugar.

The main reason for most lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease is added sugars – especially from sugary beverages and soft drinks.

Processed foods in general contain a lot of added sugars and do not provide any of the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy. Instead, jump on Nutribullet bandwagon and replace sugary drinks with healthier, green smoothie options.

For most people, the fastest way to lose excess weight is simply by cutting out foods that are high in added sugars from their diet. Keep in mind that many “organic” or “healthy” foods can also have very high sugar content, so reading labels should be a regular part of your shopping process.

Start Lifting Weights While changing your diet can help you lose a lot of weight fast, nothing beats keeping your body fit with regular exercise.

Your best option is to visit the gym at least three or four times a week, doing some warm up, and lifting some weights. This form of exercise is ideal because it helps you burn off a lot of calories.

It also keeps your metabolism from slowing down – a typical side effect of weight loss. You can also speed this process up with a fat burning supplement such as the range available at www.myelitehealth.co.uk. If lifting weights isn’t your cup of tea, then look for workout plans such as the massively popular Joe Wicks workout to get you moving in the comfort of your own home.

Cook More Did you know that research shows that cooking more meals at home can promote healthy eating and weight loss? Eating out is fun, but it should not be your daily go-to.

Instead, save the restaurants for special occasions and start eating more home-cooked meals. This is a great way of sticking to your healthy diet plan and keeping your weight in check.

4 Healthy Weight Loss Tips Let’s face it: there is a huge amount of information online about how to shed the pounds and get in shape.

Wading into this endless stream of advice can be both confusing and overwhelming.

And, when you take into account the new fads that seemingly pop up every day, the situation only becomes more dire.

After all, who can keep up with all the raw food plans, prepackaged menus, and liquid cleanses that are constantly promoted in our social feeds?

The main problem with these very restrictive diets is that they only lead to short-term weight loss at best. That’s because most people cannot maintain them consistently and end

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6 Top Tips to Help the Elderly This Christmas 1. Christmas Decorations Everyone who enjoys celebrating Christmas, likes to get the decorations and a Christmas tree up. Older people or people with a health condition may struggle with this. It's always nice to offer help, although never make assumptions on what someone can and can't do. Elderly or less mobile people may struggle to get the Christmas tree out of the loft, or getting out to buy one, then moving it from the car to the house.

Also, getting decorations up on the walls, they might still want to do it but it may be unsafe for them to do so themselves. Simply offering to help with these things can make a huge difference don't forget to offer help with getting them down again too.

2. Christmas Cards. Writing and sending Christmas cards can be a difficult task if your hands are less stable and sight is decreasing. It can be nice to

offer to help write and send an cards with them. It's also nice if you can also read the cards they receive out to them if needed. If you have a crafty elderly friend or relative, you could have a creative activity session of making your own Christmas cards. This can be great with someone who is living with dementia as you could combine this activity with using reminiscent Christmas images from old magazines or printed from the internet.

3. Attending Local Christmas Events. It can be harder to get out and about when you have less energy or mobility, getting to the Christmas Bazaar, a Church service, a community Christmas lunch, coffee morning etc. might seem like a huge task, and dangerous if it is icy outside.

Ask if the person has seen any events they would like to attend and offer your help.

If you know of someone who

is unable to get out or see what is happening locally, it is a nice idea to have a look and let them know too. An outing, even for an hour or so can make all the difference.

4. Helping with Christmas Shopping. Christmas gift or food shopping can be hard for someone who is older a may have less mobility. It might help to show an older person you know how to use the internet for shopping they could find more bargains online too. Alternatively, you can offer to accompany them on a trip to the shops, or help them to grocery shop. This also means you can help to carry shopping.

5. Preparing for Guests.

Having guests over around Christmas time is all part of the Christmas cheer - if you know someone who is alone though, it will be really nice to ask if you can visit and spend some time with them.

If you know someone who

could perhaps appreciate a helping hand around the home to ensure all is prepared for receiving guests, it is a nice gesture to offer. It might be that you can help by doing a

quick hoover, or moving some furniture.

6. Christmas Day Meal Christmas day can be lonely if there is no family to stay with for the day, or friends nearby.

If you know someone who may be lonely and you can do a spare setting at the table this year, that's a wonderful way of helping spread the Christmas joy.

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Campaign to protect families against flu launched

NHS Blackburn with Darwen Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), NHS East Lancashire CCG and East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) are once again targeting families this year in a major drive to protect them from flu.

The campaign, running across East Lancashire (including

Blackburn with Darwen), is urging parents/guardians/ carers to vaccinate their children against flu. The vaccination not only protects the child, more importantly it helps stop the spread of the illness especially to those older members of the family such as grandparents. It can cause severe illness and even

death among vulnerable groups including older people, pregnant women and people with an underlying health condition.

Two years ago when there was a significant increase in the number of children vaccinated in East Lancashire, there was a dramatic reduction in emergency admissions of

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children during that winter – showing the impact the flu vaccination can have.

Dr Preeti Shukla, a GP in Blackburn and a clinical lead at NHS Blackburn with Darwen CCG, said: A big ‘thank you’ to all the parents who made the decision to vaccinate their children against flu last year.

You protected your child and your wider family from a very serious illness.

But we are still falling short of the 60 per cent target for all eligible schoolchildren. Older children, with underlying health conditions, are also eligible for the flu vaccination but are not receiving the vaccination so we need to ensure that we don’t forget about them too.

Flu is a disease which spreads very rapidly and can be very unpleasant in babies and children – some can develop a very high fever or even serious complications of flu such as bronchitis, pneumonia, middle ear infection, meningitis, encephalitis and very occasionally a child may die from flu.

So even if your child is healthy, offering them the vaccination can protect them against this illness. But it can also reduce the spread of flu and help protect the whole population. Children are germ carriers and can easily pass the illness on to older and more poorly members of the family. For children, the NHS use the nasal spray

vaccine because it protects them better, for longer, and is easier and more comfortable for children than the injection.

The flu virus enters the body through the nose and mouth so the vaccination spray is given through the nose so it mimics the flu virus and results in a better immune response than an injected vaccine.

Dr David White, a Burnley GP and clinical lead at NHS East Lancashire CCG, said: The vaccine is free, safe and painless. The decision to have your child vaccinated against flu is yours of course, but we would like you to be fully informed of the advantages and disadvantages before making your decision once again this year. Dr Chris Gardner, a Consultant Paediatrician at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, added: Children under five are the most likely to be admitted with flu complications and it tends to be the sickest and most vulnerable children who are the hardest hit. By vaccinating your child, you have not only protected them but the more

vulnerable children in school and your local community.

Currently the vaccine is available free on the NHS for eligible children, including: Children aged two and three on 31 August, 2018 – that is, children born between 1 September, 2014 and 31 August, 2016 All Primary School children Children aged 2 to 17 with long-term health conditions i.e. diabetes or asthma If your child is aged two or three, please contact your GP to book your appointment and if your child is aged between four and nine, please ensure you sign the consent form which will be sent to you from school. Those with asthma or long term condition should automatically be contacted by GP. If you want more information about when and how your child will be vaccinated against flu, talk to the GP, practice nurse or your child’s school nurse.

Information can also be found online. https://www.nhs. uk/conditions/vaccinations/ child-flu-vaccine/

'Good' rating for Rossendale care home Olive House Home for Older People has been rated as 'good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

The Lancashire County Council-run care home, based on New Line, Bacup, provides residential care for older people and those living with dementia. It can accommodate up to 44 people at a time.

As well as providing longterm care, the service also offers community beds, which are used for rehabilitation and help to ensure people can live independently in their home again after a stay in hospital.

The service was rated

as 'Good' in all areas by inspectors. To read the CQC report, visit the CQC website h t t p s : / / w w w. c q c . o rg . u k / location/1-147345513.

County Councillor Graham Gooch, cabinet member for adult services, said: "I'm pleased that Olive House has been rated as Good by the CQC. "The staff are doing a superb job and this rating shows that all their hard work is paying off. "Inspectors found that staff were kind and caring, the building was safe and clean, care was tailored around people's specific needs, there

were procedures in place to keep people well and good staff recruitment practices.

"The home is an important part of the care system providing vital long-term residential support as well as shorter term rehabilitation to ensure people can live independently in their home and avoid hospital stays.

"Well done to all the staff at the service."

Olive House Home for Older People is located on New Line, Bacup, 0L13 0BY. To find out more about the service, email dso. olivehousehfe@lancashire. gov.uk or call 01706 237771.

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New factory to bring 100 jobs to Rossendale Work is starting on a new business site to bring 100 jobs to Rossendale Futures Business Park in Bacup will see the vacant Plot 5, near to Lee Quarry, transformed into the site for an international factory.

The building will be a manufacturing facility for Orthoplastics, which is a world leader in the development and supply of implantable medical devices for the orthopaedic sector, involving musculoskeletal issues.

The official opening is expected to take place in Spring 2020 and is a partnership between Orthoplastics, Barnfield Construction and Rossendale Borough Council, It is thought there will be 100 jobs created in the local community over the next few years with the opening of the factory.

The start of building work was marked by the partners

on the site.

Councillor Alyson Barnes, Leader of Rossendale Borough Council, said: We are working hard to build a really healthy, proud and vibrant Rossendale and this new opportunity is great news. I can’t wait to see the work start in earnest.”

Councillor Jackie Oakes, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Economic Development, said: This plot of land has been ripe for development and I am thrilled that Orthoplastics and Barnfield are coming in to help develop this area even more. The number of jobs it is going to bring in is wonderful news and this is an important part of our hard work to build on business and development opportunities in the borough.”

Tim Webber, Chairman and Managing Director of Barnfield Construction, said: We’re really pleased to be developing the brand new

manufacturing facility for such a prestigious world leader in the supply and innovation of medical products within the orthopaedic sector.

Orthoplastics business and job creation potential will be a welcome addition to the Rossendale economy.”

Mark Allen, Managing

Director of Orthoplastics, said: Innovation is at the heart of the future of UK manufacturing, and this factory will provide our

customers with the confidence in our long-term investments strategy, whilst demonstrating our strategic partnership and commitment.”

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CAST ANNOUNCED FOR JACK AND THE BEANSTALK With pantomime season is just around the corner at Oldham Coliseum Theatre. The theatre has lined up a talented cast of familiar faces for this year’s famous festive spectacular, Jack and the Beanstalk, who will be putting the extra sparkle into Christmas in Oldham.

Announced earlier this year, pantomime favourite Richard J Fletcher will be making his first outing as Pantomime Dame on the Coliseum stage after 11 years as Oldham’s beloved high-flying, heelkicking Pantomime Comic.

Richard commented: “Being an Oldhamer, the Coliseum panto was a big part of my childhood, I couldn’t imagine spending Christmas anywhere else. It’s an honour to be asked to play the Dame” Richard is praised year on year for his boundless energy and skilful enticement of audience participation, both on and off stage. At 2018’s

cast visit to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in nearby Royton he had patients and staff in fits of laughter as they shouted out his catchphrase from Cinderella.

With Richard stepping into the extravagant wardrobe of the Dame the theatre is thrilled to announce that Sam Glen will be playing the Pantomime Comic in Jack and the Beanstalk, the titular role of Jack.

Sam will be familiar to Coliseum audiences from his previous role as Billy in the theatre’s hit production of The Kitchen Sink. Recently returned from a hit run of Letter to Boddah at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sam is also a previous member of Oldham Theatre Workshop and appeared on BBC1’s Take That musical audition programme, Let it Shine with Gary Barlow.

Last year’s Cinderella Shorelle Hepkin returns to play Jill

marking her third Christmas season at the Coliseum.

Alongside her pantomime prowess, Shorelle may be familiar to audiences as Kay Lawrence in CBBC’s BAFTA nominated teen drama Wolf Blood, in which she appeared in all four seasons.

Mitesh Soni returns to the Coliseum for his second pantomime season following his performance as Baron Boothby Mothwallet in Cinderella.

Mitesh has recently completed a season performing in Twelfth Night, Henry V and The Borrowers as Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre in Chester. In Jack and the Beanstalk he will be playing perhaps the most famous pantomime character of all time, the Pantomime Cow. Previously seen at the Coliseum in a heart-rendering performance as Abbie Williams in the Northern Soul Awardnominated musical Bread &

Roses, Sophie Mercell will be playing Grotton. Sophie’s other theatre credits include The Ugly Duckling: Christmas Special at Hull Truck Theatre and Let Me Play The Lion Too at Barbican, London.

Another familiar face from hit Coliseum musicals, Jenny Platt returns to the Coliseum this Christmas to play Mavis Moorside and Good Fairy Greenfield. Jenny played leading lady Mandi in the Coliseum’s musical ode to Oldham Athletic, Meat Pie, Sausage Roll, in Spring 2017.

Soap fans will also recognise her from her previous role as a barmaid in the Rovers Return, as she played Violet Wilson in Coronation Street from 2004 2008.

Last seen at the Coliseum in 2010’s production of Sleeping Beauty Patrick Bridgman returns to Oldham to play Jill’s father, Lord Thickpenny Grabbmuch. Patrick appeared

in five Coliseum pantomimes between 2006 – 2010. His recent theatre credits include Oliver Twist at Hull Truck Theatre and Hymn to Love at Theatre by the Lake, Keswick.

Oldham Coliseum Theatre’s nationally renowned pantomime has been putting the extra sparkle into the festive season for generations; with all the ingredients for fantastic family fun: hit songs, silliness, a sprinkling of fairy dust and a generous helping of It’s Behind You! With two fairies, a magic hen,

a GIANT and a pantomime cow, Jack and the Beanstalk is the perfect Christmas treat for kids and not-so-grown-up grown-ups.

Jack and the Beanstalk runs at Oldham Coliseum Theatre from Saturday 16 November 2019 – Saturday 11 January 2020. This year’s pantomime is sponsored by George Hill Timber and Building Supplies, Jigsaw Group and N Brown Group. Jack and the Beanstalk’s Educational Partner is Oldham Hulme Grammar School.

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Sir Nick Faldo offers golf fans once in a lifetime opportunity Six-time Major winner launches trip of a lifetime to experience his Vietnamese design and home of Faldo Series Asia Grand Final British sporting icon and sixtime Major winner, Sir Nick Faldo, has today launched the opportunity of a lifetime, offering two lucky golf fans the chance to live like a legend for a week at a resort he calls ‘his paradise’.

They will join Sir Nick at Laguna Lăng Cô, a 5-star Banyan Tree resort in Vietnam featuring a Faldo Design Signature golf course and three hotels (Banyan Tree Lang Co, Angsana Lang Co and Laguna Park Town Homes), during the week of the Faldo Series Asia Grand Final in March 2020.

Staying in one of Sir Nick’s favourite Banyan Tree Residence Villas, the winner and their friend will get to experience what makes Laguna Lăng Cô such a

special resort, whilst playing golf, receiving spa treatments, enjoying the Faldo Series tournament action, evening entertainment and watching clinics given by Sir Nick.

To win a chance to Live Like A Legend with Sir Nick Faldo, all golf fans need to do is head to www.lagunalangco.com/ en/golf/live-like-a-legend/ to enter, telling Sir Nick what traits and characteristics they believe makes a legend.

The lucky winner, who will share the experience with a partner, family member or friend of their choice, will be announced by Sir Nick Faldo on his Twitter page later in the year.

Located within the greater Laguna Lăng Cô integrated resort, just 50km from the famous and historic city of Hue, Laguna Golf Lăng Cô is an award-winning layout, which has been designed with links-like characteristics adjacent to

the East Vietnam Sea, set against an amphitheatre-like mountainous backdrop and carved through ancient rice paddies.

Earlier this year Laguna Golf Lăng Cô earned ‘Signature’ status within the six-time Major winner’s Faldo Design portfolio, representing the premium tier of his golf course creations.

The Sir Nick Faldo Signature designation is awarded to course designs which have a particularly close relationship with the man himself and which reflect his personal commitment to design quality, environmental sustainability and maintenance standards.

On unveiling the chance to live like a legend, Europe’s most successful golfer of all time, Sir Nick Faldo, said: “Laguna Golf Lăng Cô is a very special place. I realised that from the moment I arrived there and it’s a location I call paradise, one which I love

coming back to year after year. It’s undoubtedly one of the very best that Asia has to offer and a design of which I am particularly proud, not only because of its original design but also the manner in which the golf course has been continuously upgraded and improved since it was first opened for play. For the winner, the chance to relax and unwind with me and the Faldo Series team at the Asia Grand Final, it really will be a week to remember for them.”

Adam Calver, Director of Golf at Laguna Lăng Cô, said: “We are hugely proud of the relationship our resort has with Sir Nick, he’s one of the legends of the game and has played a significant role in the success of Laguna Golf Lăng Cô and putting it on the global golfing map.

“With world-class facilities and hospitality here at the resort, our winner will not be disappointed, and we look

forward to showing them what makes Banyan Tree Villas and Laguna Golf Lăng Cô one of the finest golf experiences in world golf, and why Sir Nick speaks so highly of the resort.”

The course is also the current host venue for the Faldo Series Asia Grand Final for the next few years. Sir Nick Faldo’s global junior series expanded into Asia in 2006, recognising the huge potential on the Asian junior golf circuit. Helping to reach more juniors around the world, by introducing them to the game through grassroots initiatives, is at the heart of the Faldo Series’ expansion to other corners of the globe.

Like Europe and other regions, boys and girls aged 12 to 21 compete for WAGR points, aiming to meet Sir Nick at the Grand Final.

The Live Like A Legend contest is open worldwide to Over 18’s only. Full Terms and Conditions apply. To view

the Terms and Conditions visit www.lagunalangco.com/en/ golf/live-like-a-legend/termsand-conditions/

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Aston Villa 2 Burnley 2 Jay Rodriguez and Chris Wood both scored on their return to the Midlands as the Clarets twice came from behind to take a precious point from a pulsating encounter.

Burnley hadn’t been to Villa Park since May, 2015 but this was worth the wait as Sean Dyche’s men extended their unbeaten run away from home with a gutsy performance capped by two headed equalisers. Jay Rodriguez claimed his first Premier League goal for the Clarets after coming off the bench at half-time to cancel out Anwar El-Ghazi’s first-half opener.

And after John McGinn had volleyed Villa back in front with 12 minutes of normal time to go, Wood hit back instantly with his third goal in two games back in the city where he had played on loan with Birmingham.

Rodriguez’s past with West Bromwich Albion made him a more obvious target for the Villa fans but the Clarets’ summer signing had the final word as he opened his account to leave honours even with former Burnley captain Tom Heaton as the Clarets’ determination to not be beaten again came to the fore.

Heaton was given a warm welcome by both sets of supporters on the goalkeeper’s first reunion with the Clarets, but any feeling of bonhomie was soon put one on side by both sets of players in a fullblooded clash that barely contained a dull moment.

Villa - battling to get out of the bottom three on their return to the top-flight following a three-year absence - had the first chance just three minutes in when the lively McGinn headed wide from a Matt Targett cross at the start of eventful first 45 minutes for the Scotsman.

At the other end, Wood passed up an equally inviting opening when a better connection on an Erik Pieters’ cross would surely have brought the striker a headed goal.

And both sides then struck the woodwork within the space of a minute in a feisty encounter, Hourihane curling an effort against the post following a short free-kick and then Dwight McNeil clipping the top of the crossbar with a superb set-piece of his own from 30 yards out.

The Clarets were very much in the hunt at that point but with Villa gradually turning up the heat it was the hosts who wrested control as they looked to add to the four points they had taken from their last two home games. McGinn had an effort disallowed for off-side following the intervention of VAR which picked out Hourihane in an obvious offside position as he delivered the decisive cross.

And even though the Clarets gained some respite with Jack Cork seeing a flicked attempt from an Ashley Westwood corner blocked on the line by Tyrone Mings, the momentum was increasingly with Villa.

That said, the hosts’ opening goal will have disappointed the Clarets, who were caught out on the break after a Matt Lowton cross had been cleared for Frederic Guilbert to race away and pick out El Ghazi, whose excellent run towards the near post was matched with the quality of the finish which he steered across Nick Pope and into the far corner.

El Ghazi then headed wide and Pope had to save from Jack Grealish as Dyche was happy to get his men in to try and re-group. That saw Rodriguez introduced at the start of the second half in place of Cork - who suffered a shoulder injury earlier in the piece - and a re-shuffle towards a 4-3-3 formation.

And almost immediately the Clarets went close to equalizing as Ashley Barnes picked out Jeff Hendrick for an effort deflected over the bar via the outstretched leg of Mings. With umpteen stoppages in the game – not least a lengthy delay for treatment to Wesley who went down as if out for the count after the ball caught the Villa striker in the face – Burnley found it hard to build up a real head of steam.

But their persistence paid off when Rodriguez headed the Clarets level in textbook fashion.

McNeil triggered the move from midfield and after Barnes and Pieters had put in the spadework out wide, Pieters delivered another pin-

point cross which Rodriguez met with a powerful downward header to give Heaton no chance. On such a rumbustious afternoon that was never likely to be it, though, and two goals within not much more of a minute kept things on a knife edge.

Villa struck first when McGinn made amends for the one that got away with a composed far-post volley from an excellent delivery from substitute Trezeguet.

But the Villa fans in a capacity crowd had barely stopped celebrating when Burnley equalised for a second time through Wood.

Lowton was the provider this time with a lovely ball in and Wood made no mistake with another powerful header to make it three goals in two

games. No-one in the Premier League has scored more headed goals than Wood since the start of last season.

And his eighth such contribution brought a fitting reward as the Clarets then saw out seven minutes of added time to continue their forward momentum.

Aston Villa: Heaton; Guilbert, Engels, Mings, Targett (Taylor 62); McGinn, Nakamba, Hourihane; El Ghazi ( Tr e z e g u e t 70), Wesley (Davis 88), Grealish.

Substitutes: Steer, Taylor, Luiz, Ngoyo, Jota.

Booked: Trezeguet

Burnley: Pope; Lowton, Tarkowski, Mee, Pieters; Hendrick, Westwood, Cork (Rodriguez HT), McNeil; Wood, Barnes (Brady 83).

Substitutes: Hart, Gudmundsson, Gibson, Lennon, Bardsley.

Booked: Barnes, Tarkowski, Westwood, Rodriguez.

Referee: Lee Mason Attendance: 41,456 (2,789)

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MORECAMBE 2-2 NORTHAMPTON TOWN THE Shrimps came from two goals down to earn a battling point at the Globe Arena.

A goal in the 93rd minute from substitute Kevin Ellison following a leveller from Adam Buxton just after the hour saw the Shrimps rewarded for their fighting spirit after two goals from Jordan Turnbull gave the Cobblers a two goal lead at the break.

Boss Jim Bentley made four changes to the starting line up with Luke Conlan, Alex Kenyon, Shaun Miller and A-Jay Leitch-Smith recalled to the starting line up with and the latter almost gave the Shrimps a dream start after just four minutes when he was played in by Miller only

for visiting goalkeeper David Cornell to make a fine save.

Morecambe continued to knock the ball around nicely but, as they have all too often in recent weeks, conceded the first goal on 21 minutes when Nicky Adams swung over a corner that was headed home

by Jordan Turnbull.

The same player doubled Northampton’s lead seven minutes before half-time when he cut in from the right and let fly with a shot that took a wicked deflection off Steven Old and flat footed Barry Roche as it ended up in the bottom right hand corner of the Morecambe goal.

It was almost 3-0 moments before half-time but Andy Williams headed Nicky

Adams’ cross against the top of the bar.

And the woodwork again came to Morecambe’s rescue on the hour with Adams’ producing a fine curler that came back off the underside of the bar before play came to an unscheduled halt midway through the half when the assistant referee had to leave the field with an injury.

The long break in play seemed to give the Shrimps a lift and they levelled through Buxton on 72 minutes when he beat Cornell from 25 yards with a low shot that went rough a crowd of bodies.

The Shrimps were clearly lifted by the goal with Cornell forced to save well from Leitch-Smith before the

Shrimps sealed a dramatic point three minutes into the added 10.

George Tanner’s cross from the right bounced around in the box before the ball fell to Ellison who scored from close range.

There was still time for more drama with Northampton going close to winning the game with Sam Hoskins hitting the Morecambe bar for a third time before Reece Hall-Johnson missed a golden chance to seal the points when he failed to find the target from close range.

Morecambe: Roche, Tanner,

Lavelle, Old, Conlan (Buxton 53), O’Sullivan (Ellison 87), Kenyon (Wildig 70), Tutte, Alessandra, Miller, Leitch-Smith. Subs not used: Halstead, Brewitt, Bakare, Cranston.

Northampton Town: Cornell, Harriman (Smith 46),

Goode, Wharton, Martin, Turnbull, Lines, McWilliams (Warburton 79), Hoskins, Adams, Williams (HallJohnson 64). Subs not used: Fisher, Pollock, Roberts, Oliver.

Referee: Martin Coy. Attendance: 2,245.

October Fixtures

5TH OXFORD UTD 15:00 8TH OLDHAM 19:45

(FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

12TH ROCHDALE 15:00

1ST NOTT’M FOREST 19:45 5TH QPR 15:00

23RD PETERBOROUGH 19:45

19TH HUDDERSFIELD 12:30

26TH GILLINGHAM 15:00

22ND BIRMINGHAM 19:45

20TH IPSWICH TOWN 12:00

29TH LIVERPOOL U-21 19:45

(FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

26TH PRESTON 15:00

1ST BRADFORD CITY

5TH CHELTENHAM 15:00

(FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

5TH PORT VALE 15:00 12TH BRADFORD CITY 15:00

8TH ACCRINGTON 19:45 (FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

12TH MANSFIELD 15:00

1ST ROCHDALE 9:45 (FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

7TH BLACKPOOL 20:00 12TH BURTON 15:00 19TH ROCHDALE 15:00 22ND BRISTOL ROVERS 19:45 26TH LINCOLN CITY 15:00 29TH MAN CITY U-21 15:00

5TH EVERTON 15:00 19TH LEICESTER CITY 15:00 26TH CHELSEA 17:30

home games in bold

1ST MIDDLESBOROUGH 19:45

1ST BOLTON 19:45

5TH BARNSLEY 15:00

5TH AFC WIMBLEDON 15:00

(FOOTBALL LEAGUE TROPHY)

19TH READING 15:00

12TH ACCRINGTON 15:00

19TH COLCHESTER 15:00

19TH MACCLESFIELD TOWN 15:00

22ND LEEDS UTD 19:45

19TH BOLTON 15:00

22ND FOREST GREEN 19:45

22ND WALSALL 19:45

26TH BLACKBURN 15:00

22ND MK DONS 19:45

26TH STEVENAGE 15:00

26TH PORT VALE 15:00

26TH OXFORD UTD

1ST BIRMINGHAM 19:45 5TH SHEFF WEDS 15:00 20TH NOTT’M FOREST 14:00 23RD DERBY COUNTY 19:45 27TH BRISTOL CITY

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