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Selective Licensing Schemes In Burnley Set To Continue

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PARENTS SENTENCED

Burnley drugs trafficker jailed for 11 years

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Rossendale nurse celebrates her 50th anniversary as a Queens Nurse

A mother and father have been sentenced for causing or allowing injuries that led to the death of their baby daughter.

Daniel Nolan, 30, of Dover Street, Nelson was handed 10 years and Sophie Nash, 31, also of Dover Street, Nelson, was given eight years imprisonment today (Friday, January 14th) after previously being found guilty of causing/ allowing the death of Ava Grace Nolan, two counts of causing or allowing serious injury to her and child cruelty.

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Glade Of Light Memorial Opens To The Public The Glade of Light memorial to those who lost their lives in the 22 May 2017 Manchester terror attack will be accessible to the public from Wednesday 5 January 2022.

Work has taken place since March last year to create the beautiful garden space which honours those affected

by the attack. Now, with work concluding, the fences around the site are being taken down and people will be able to visit to pay their respects.

An official opening event for the memorial is planned for spring 2022, ahead of the fifth anniversary.

The centerpiece of The Glade of Light is a white marble ‘halo’ bearing the names of the 22 people who lost their lives.

Families of those who lost loved ones have been able to place personalised memory capsules, containing mementos and messages, which are embedded inside the halo. They have been

given the opportunity to visit privately before the memorial opened.

The Glade of Light, designed

by BCA Landscape and Smiling Wolf, is conceived as a living memorial – a peaceful garden space for remembrance and reflection.

It features plants which

grow naturally in the UK countryside and have been selected to provide yearround colour and echo the changing seasons.

Around the anniversary every year, the white flowers of a hawthorn tree planted at its centre will bloom.

An outer circle path, including seating, has been included to enable people to linger in the garden for longer if they wish while preserving the intimacy of the halo area.

Councillor Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, said: “We will

never forget those whose lives were lost on 22 May 2017. They already had a permanent place in the hearts of Manchester people. Now they have a lasting memorial in the heart of our city.

“The Glade of Light is a beautiful tribute to them and somewhere which will also have profound meaning for everyone affected by the attack. We hope the memorial site will be a place of peace and comfort, standing as a reminder that love is stronger than hate.”

Joanne Roney OBE, chief executive of Manchester

City Council, said: “The Glade of Light is a visible demonstration that we will never forget what happened on 22 May 2017. It has been no ordinary project for everyone involved in its creation. We hope the love which has gone into creating it shines through.”

The memorial is located between Manchester Cathedral and Chetham’s School of Music, at the foot of Fennel Street where it meets Victoria Street. A charitable trust is being set up to oversee the ongoing maintenance of the memorial.

Start A New Chapter In 2022 With St Helens Library Service Reading Challenge Made reading more a New Year’s resolution? Start a new chapter in 2022 by taking part in an Adult Reading Challenge with St Helens Library Service.

All you have to do is visit your nearest library and pick a reading challenge card, then each month find a book that fits in to that category.

January 2022 will have a theme of ‘new beginnings’ – with reading challenge participants asked to read a book from a debut author.

Councillor Anthony Burns, St Helens Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Wellbeing, Culture and Heritage, said: “Reading regularly has many benefits – with improved wellbeing and mental health among them.

“It’s also thought that people who commit to challenges

like this are likely to see them through because the sense of accomplishment on completing a task that you’ve set yourself is a real confidence boost and can lead to a more motivated and organised lifestyle once you get into the routine.

“If you’re new to getting into reading, it could be the start of a wonderful journey which our library service can take you on, with many reading

treasures to be found for all tastes in libraries across the borough.”

Follow St Helens Library Service on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram (@ sthlibrariesandarts) for recommendations and share what you’re reading using the hashtag #StHelensReads.

To find out where your nearest library is and how to join, visit: https://www. sthelens.gov.uk/libraries/

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Bolton Council’s Employment Team Accredited With Top Quality Standard A service that helps unemployed Bolton residents improve their career prospects has received the gold standard for excellence.

Bolton Council’s Workshop, a leading employability provider has been accredited to the Matrix Standard, demonstrating the high quality of support and advice given to its customers.

The Workshop, based at Paderborn House, employs 13 staff and has been operating since 2011.

The service helps residents improve their skills, health and wellbeing, confidence, work experience, and access to sustainable employment, acting as a supply chain partner for major employment support programmes.

The team deal with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and communities across Bolton.

Many customers have barriers to work, including anxiety, depression or drug and alcohol misuse. The team provide 1-2-1 support for customers, developing a tailored action plan. The team have directly assisted around 1500 people into employment and have also helped to improve the confidence, skills, qualifications and overall employability of between 4,000 and 5,000

other Bolton residents, through free support to individuals.

The Matrix Standard is the international quality standard for organisations that deliver information, advice and/or guidance (IAG), either as their sole purpose or as part of their service offering.

Commenting on the award, Executive Cabinet Member, Cllr Adele Warren, said:

“I am thrilled for the team that their work has been recognised with this award.

It is much deserved and great that they are having such a positive impact on local people’s lives by equipping them with the skills they need to get into work.”

Roger Chapman, Head of the Matrix Service for The Growth Company said: “This is a fantastic

achievement for Bolton Council’s Workshop, and I would like to congratulate the team on their success. This accreditation demonstrates how the Workshop is working to provide the best possible support to their clients.”

For more information about the Workshop’s programmes for supporting local people call 01204 3338981, email the.workshop@bolton. gov.uk or follow “The Workshop Bolton” on Facebook.

For more information about the matrix Standard please visit www.matrixStandard. com.

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Football

fan jailed

A football fan has been sentenced for his part in widespread disorder at a Burnley pub.

Thomas Young, 53, of The Haven, Newbiggin, Ashington, was jailed at Burnley Crown Court on Friday (January 7).

Around 4.25pm on December 14, 2019, during the Burnley FC and Newcastle FC match at Turf Moor, fighting broke out between rival fans at the Turf Hotel in Yorkshire Street.

Bar furniture, stools, glasses and a pool cue were used during the disorder, with those involved making off from the scene.

Following a review of the evidence, as well as working with the clubs involved, the offenders were soon identified.

Nine men pleaded guilty to violent disorder and were sentenced at Preston Crown Court in September.

A tenth man, Young, appeared at court this month and pleaded guilty. He was sentenced to 24 months imprisonment and given a sixyear football banning order. He must also pay a victim surcharge of £149.

PC Dan Fish, of Lancashire Police, said: “Families and true supporters want to follow their teams without the fear of trouble and violence.

“The behaviour of those involved was disgraceful, storming a well‘Streets Apart’ consortium of borough-based along with private sector A heritage project known pub for Burnley fans and leaving a trail of destruction. runs alongside this organisations, to deliver some and other sources, will see spearheaded by Wigan “A number of men were sentenced in September, with Young the investment of around £2.5m. work. A consortium Council has been recognised fantastic arts and cultural tenth and final person to appear at court.

As part of the project, Wigan of nine boroughactivities on the street. for its potential to transform “There is no place for this type of behaviour. True football fans are Council is now working with based organisations Councillor Terry Halliwell, the town centre. The King proud and passionate, who go to matches to support their club through is commissioning lead member for heritage and Historic England to develop Street Heritage Action Zone artists, local and deliver schemes that (HAZ) won the Future Cities building conservation at the thick and thin. creative partners Forum’s 2021 ‘High Streets’ council, said: “We know how will transform and restore “It is clear those involved that day were intent on violence and we and community disused and dilapidated important the HAZ project award last month. The welcome the decision from court.” groups to co-create buildings into new homes, accolade acknowledges how is for the future of our town Detective Inspector Gill Beecroft, of Northumbria Police, said: “Footunique street art, shops, workplaces and centre and it’s fantastic for regeneration projects use ball fans in the North East are among the most passionate and knowlcommunity spaces, restoring podcasts outdoor it to receive such praise and heritage aspects to improve performance and the high street from economic receive external recognition. local historic character and edgeable in the entire country. more, culminating in “While the overwhelming majority of fans who travelled to Burnley improving public realm.

“Working alongside our and aesthetic perspectives. a celebratory festival that weekend behaved impeccably, sadly the actions of a small few were partners and community, we Thanks to local community Judges referenced the for the whole groups – such as the Wigan hope to make King Street HAZ’s work in reusing and totally unacceptable. community in 2023.

Local History and Heritage the go-to place for cultural reviving historic buildings Awards judge Claire “Our dedicated football intelligence unit has worked closely with and leisure activities.” The Society – the social history such as the Royal Court Lancashire Constabulary ever since in order to ensure those responsiMcColgan from Future Cities Forum awards of King Street is being Theatre and its links with highlight projects that collated as part of ‘The Street Culture Liverpool, the Fire Within cultural ble were brought to justice. This week, a tenth offender was handed a said: “Wigan’s King custodial sentence. ‘show real vision in their That Was’ scheme. This manifesto. Strengthening Street is important concept and design’ and will inform the subsequent the relationships between “I hope this outcome acts as a lesson to any supporter who intends to because it is about use ‘sustainability in how development of the project culture, communities and cause trouble on match days. using the arts to through ‘The Street That historic places is at the heart they will be delivered’. For “We are proud with the relationship we have with our supporter regenerate a high Is’ then ‘The Street That of the HAZ initiative and the its King Street HAZ plans, street using brilliant groups, clubs and other partners across the region and will continue to Will Be’ chapters. A Wigan Council is providing council is working closely story-telling.” cultural programme named match funding which, with The Old Courts, and a build on those over the coming months.”

Heritage Action Zone Project Scoops National Award

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£450,000 Boost for Harris Your Plac

Two major grants have been offered to support Harris Your Place from National grant-makers Garfield Weston Foundation, and the Wolfson Foundation. Building on the existing £10.02m capital project supported by National Lottery Heritage Fund, the grants will support additional works to the second-floor galleries of the Harris, helping to realise our full ambitions for the capital project.

Currently closed for capital works to get underway, the new-look Harris will re-open in spring 2024 with historic entrances opened, visitor facilities upgraded, and accessibility throughout the building improved - providing accessible and welcoming spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Our remarkable collections and changing displays, will tell stories of The Harris, Preston, and The World across three floors.

Support from both Garfield Weston Foundation and the Wolfson Foundation, pending council approvals to accept, will provide a significant contribution towards the capital project and a key cultural institution within Preston and Lancashire. The award from Garfield Weston Foundation has been made to the Friends of the Harris, the charity which supports the Harris, and the award from the Wolfson Foundation to Preston City Council, who own and manage the Harris.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank both Garfield Weston Foundation, and the Wolfson Foundation for their generous support.

Councillor Peter Kelly, Cabinet member for culture and arts at Preston City Council, said: “Preston City Council’s

Harris team are delighted that these generous grants have been awarded from Garfield Weston and the Wolfson Foundations. Their support will enhance Harris Your Place with additional funds to complete works to the second-floor galleries of the Harris and help realise our ambition to reach new audiences and have more of our collections on show.

The ambitious Harris Your Place scheme forms part of the wider Towns Fund projects, aiming to breathe new life into some of the Harris Quarter’s heritage assets, key buildings and open spaces to create a diverse culture, leisure and employment offering for Preston.”

Greta Krypczyk-Oddy, Chair of Friends of the Harris, added: “This is great news for the Harris and a significant contribution towards achieving the aims of Harris Your Place.

Friends of the Harris is very proud to support the Harris and these grants from two National trusts and foundations will help to revitalise this historic building for generations to come.”

More information About the Harris Based in Preston, Lancashire, the Harris is one of the leading museums, galleries and libraries in the region. Home to art collections of national significance, exciting activities and events for all ages and an award-winning contemporary art programme, the Harris welcomed over 380,000 visitors in 2018/19.

Harris Your Place

Grade I listed building.

Harris Your Place, capital scheme has also been made possible thanks to a further £3.6m from Preston City Council; Lancashire County Council; the Preston, South Ribble and Lancashire City Deal; Arts Council England, and public donations via the Friends of the Harris. Other key supporters include the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), the Harris Free Public Library and Museum Endowment Trust, and The Harris Charity.

Harris Your Place will make the Harris the UK’s first blended museum, art gallery and library and make the building more accessible to welcome an additional 100,000 visitors per year with a community-led programme of exhibitions, activities and events.

The project commenced in autumn 2021. Works will return the building to its original splendour and reveal some of the Harris’ original architectural details, which have previously been hidden.

Friends of the Harris Friends of the Harris is a registered charity (503726) which works to support all aspects of the Harris’ service to the public. We are very proud to be supporting Harris Your Place - a major capital redevelopment which will revitalise this historic building and deliver programmes and spaces in collaboration with our communities.

Garfield Weston Foundation

Established over 60 years ago in 1958, the Garfield Weston Foundation is a family-founded, grant-makIn March 2021 the Harris was ing charity which supports granted £4.5m from The Na- causes across the UK and, tional Lottery Heritage Fund in the most recent financial - a critical piece of funding to year, gave over £98 million. deliver an ambitious £10.02m Since it was established, it has exceeded donations of more reimagining of the iconic

than £1.2 billion, of which well over half has been given in the past ten years.

One of the most respected charitable institutions in the UK, the Weston Family Trustees are descendants of the founder and they take a highly active and hands-on

approach. The Foundation’s funding comes from an endowment of shares in the family business which includes Twinings, Primark, Kingsmill (all part of Associated British Foods Plc) and Fortnum & Mason, amongst others - a successful model that still endures today; as the

businesses have grown, so too have the charitable donations.

Known for its transparency, flexibility and straightforward approach, the Foundation supports a broad range of charities from small community organisations to large national institutions. Around

Selective Licensing Schemes In Burnley Set To Continue Two schemes aimed at improving housing in parts of Burnley are set to be continued for a further five years.

Burnley Council’s executive is recommended to approve the extension of selective licensing areas covering around 2,000 houses in the Leyland Road, and Burnley Wood and Healey Wood areas when it meets later this month.

If agreed by the executive, the scheme would have to be submitted to the Secretary of State for final approval.

It follows an 11-week consultation involving residents, private landlords, managing agents and other interested parties.

The council has been operating selective licensing in the borough since October 2008, as part of a wider regeneration strategy for the area. The aim is to support landlords and tenants and improve housing management in the private rented sector to help tackle issues such as falling house prices, anti-social behaviour, and general deprivation.

A report to the council's scrutiny and executive committees said that both areas had seen improvements in the five years that selective licensing has been operating there.

These include a fall in the number of housing disrepair complaints received by

the council have reduced, improvements to property and area security measures, and a decrease in empty houses. There has also been a fall in ASB and environmental crime, and a rise in average house prices.

Councillor John Harbour, executive member for housing, said: “Extending selective licensing in these areas will help enable the good work and progress that’s been made so far to continue and be built upon.

“Selective licensing has been effective in improving these two areas and tenants, landlords and the wider communities have all benefited from the initiatives.”

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ce From Garfield Weston Foundation 2,000 charities across the UK benefit each year from the Foundation’s grants.

The Wolfson Foundation The Wolfson Foundation is an independent charity with a focus on research and education. Its aim is to support civil society by investing in excellent projects in science, health, heritage, humanities and the arts.

2021 and 2026.

It has been kickstarted by a £20.9 million Town Deal which Preston secured in March 2021 as part of the government’s £3.6 billion Towns Fund, established to help level up towns and cities around the country.

The Harris Quarter Towns Fund Investment Programme is focussed on a number of regeneration projects across Since it was established in culture, leisure, residential, 1955, some £1 billion (£2 billion in real terms) has been infrastructure, community awarded to more than 12,000 and education, and is part of projects throughout the UK, the Preston City Investment Plan (CIP). all on the basis of expert review.

Harris Quarter Towns Fund Harris Quarter Towns Fund Investment Programme Investment Programme projects: The Harris Quarter Towns Preston Pop Ups: BringFund Investment Programme is a bold and transformation- ing together new temporary event space, artworks and al development programme improvements to public in Preston’s Harris Quarter that will be delivered between

realm infrastructure, aimed at boosting visitor activity in the Harris Quarter.

CEIAG Hub: The creation of a new Careers and Employment, Information, Advice and Guidance Hub in the Harris Quarter.

Animate Cinema and Leisure Scheme: The delivery of a new cinema and bowling attraction with food and drink venues, a car park and public square next to Preston Markets.

Renewal of Harris Quarter Assets: Investment to support the redevelopment of publicly-owned buildings in the Harris Quarter to support new cultural and community uses.

Illuminate and Integrate: A project to deliver improved pedestrian and cycleway infrastructure, street lighting and other public realm improvements within the Harris Quarter.

Preston Youth Zone: The development of Preston Youth Zone as a state-of-theart facility for young people in Preston aged eight to 19. #HarrisYourPlace: The refurbishment of the Grade I listed Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library, enhancing and protecting the building for generations to come

ter Regeneration.

Towns Fund - Towns Deals

The Preston Towns Fund bid was led by the Preston Towns Fund Board, a sub-committee of the Preston Partnership.

The Harris Quarter is the city’s main civic and cultural quarter and includes the buildings, public spaces and streets surrounding The Harris Museum, Preston Markets, The Guild Hall and the bus station.

In 2019, the Prime Minister announced that the Towns Fund would support an initial 101 places across England to develop Town Deal proposals, to drive economic regeneration and deliver long-term economic and productivity growth.

For more information on the Harris Quarter Towns Fund Investment Programme visit Invest Preston - Harris Quar-

Towns Fund is a £3.6 billion fund established by the government and managed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to level up towns and cities around the country.

A Town Deal is an agreement in principle between government, the Lead Council and the Town Deal Board. It will set out a vision and strategy for the town, and what each party agrees to do to achieve

this vision.

Each of the 101 towns selected to work towards a Town Deal also received accelerated funding in 2020 for investment in capital projects that would have an immediate impact and help places “build back better” in the wake of Covid-19.

The city was awarded a total of £20.9m from the Towns Fund in March 2021 to support Preston’s Harris Quarter Towns Fund Investment Programme which will breathe new life into some of the area’s heritage assets, key buildings and open spaces to create a diverse culture, leisure and employment offering.

For more informaton on the Towns Fund visit Invest Preston - Towns Fund Investment

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£3.2m funding proposed for Kirkham town centre improvements Funding to support a project that will transform Kirkham town centre is on the agenda for Lancashire County Council’s Cabinet meeting.

Up to £3.2m could be provided towards the delivery of

At the meeting on Thursday 20 January, the county coun-

Fund and High Street Heritage Action Zone fund.

cil’s Cabinet will be asked

Councillor Karen Buckley,

to agree in principle up to

Leader of Fylde Council, said:

£3.2m to enable the projects

“Our bid to the Government’s

to be supported and help

Future High Street Fund was

realise wider benefits for local costed at £9.5m. We were residents and businesses.

County Councillor Aidy

awarded £6.3m, which was still a very good result, espe-

the Kirkham Futures project,

Riggott, Cabinet member for

cially given that Fylde Coun-

which is led by Fylde Bor-

economic development and

cil’s was the only successful

ough Council and seeks to

growth at the county council,

bid in Lancashire.

deliver a once in a generation

said: “This is an exciting op-

“The gap of £3.2m being

change for the town centre.

portunity to support projects

filled by Lancashire County

Kirkham Futures will deliver which will provide a major investment in Kirkham, major improvements to the public realm in the town cen-

bringing a significant eco-

tre, the refurbishment of shop nomic benefit while also fronts and the regeneration of assisting with the economic

Council puts us right back on track to deliver the Kirkham Futures scheme. I’m grateful to the Cabinet Member, County Councillor Aidy Rig-

empty high street properties.

recovery from the Covid-19

gott, for meeting with me and

It will also support commu-

pandemic.

to the officers of both coun-

nity, health and wellbeing

“We’re working in part-

cils who are working closely

programmes, as well as arts

nership to make this project

together on a project which

and cultural activities.

happen for local people and

will transform the high street

also visitors to the town.”

in Kirkham for the benefit of

This is thought to be the biggest regeneration scheme

Fylde Borough Council has

in the town’s history and will

also successfully received

deliver significant and lasting

funding from the government

benefits for years to come.

from the Future High Streets

the residents and businesses for years to come.”

The overall Kirkham Futures programme is seeking to

deliver includes:

• A Heritage and Eco Skills

• Additional arts, heritage

• Public realm works to revive Centre to create a region-

and community facilities, in-

and re-energise town centre

al centre of excellence for

cluding a community cinema.

streets and open spaces.

heritage and eco skills within

• A community-led cultural

• Flood alleviation and drain- a restored Grade II-listed

programme of activities.

age works.

building.

• Engagement with the

• Shop front improvements

• Regeneration of prime town Kirkham community to

scheme to transform prop-

centre properties for leisure,

improve their health and

erties.

retail and housing.

wellbeing.

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New Deal for a Greater Lancashire

leaders unite around plan for the future

Council leaders have made a historic pledge to work together to deliver a bold vision for a County Deal to benefit the people of Lancashire.

Council and Blackburn with Darwen Council – are to consider setting up a new formal body to help drive cooperation to the next level to help secure a deal with government.

In July 2021, as part of its For months, all 15 of the levelling up plans the govcouncil leaders who make ernment announced it would up Greater Lancashire introduce County Deals as have been working in close part of its devolution plans, collaboration to develop a with the aim of transferring set of ambitious and forpowers from Whitehall to ward-thinking proposals. If adopted they would represent local areas.

Now, as we await the a New Deal for a Greater much-anticipated levelling up Lancashire across a range of areas including the economy, White Paper from governtransport, jobs, skills and the ment, Lancashire’s political leaders are seizing the initienvironment.

And, in a dramatic demon- ative to drive forward a bold stration of cooperation, each set of proposals which will be considered by all 15 councils of the councils that make up in the coming weeks.

Greater Lancashire – LancaLancashire County Council shire County Council, the 12 leader Councillor Phillipdistrict councils, Blackpool pa Williamson said: “This

is a bold and exciting step towards a New Deal for Lancashire that will benefit every part of the county.

“We want to go to government with a strong and united voice and with an ambitious set of proposals which will have the power to transform our future. These plans ensure that everyone can have their say - and will have a voice.

“We’re building on the strong partnership working we already have and sending an important signal that we are serious about working together to deliver the best for Lancashire.

“It’s in the interests of all our residents to work together for a New Deal for a Greater Lancashire which will bring with it additional powers, decision-making, and significant additional funding.

“These proposals will now go to each of our councils so that elected members can make the final decision.”

Councillor Alistair Bradley, the leader of Chorley Council speaking on behalf of the county’s borough and district councils, said: “As part of a County Deal we would expect to get extra money that can be spent in a way that works best for Lancashire.

“We are all currently working together to bring about transformational change for our county and ensure we secure additional funding that will ultimately lead to positive change.”

Councillor Mohammed Khan CBE, leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, said: “The progress being made to reform how we work collectively is positive. I’m deeply committed to working

together across Lancashire to make sure services stay truly local as well as high quality. It’s got to be about what is better for the whole area, all of our places and people.

“It’s essential that we have a united voice to give us greater influence with Government to access much needed resources to directly benefit the people we serve. We can only do this effectively by unlocking the powers and funding to tackle the issues and inequalities we know we have here which have been brought into sharp relief by Covid.”

Councillor Lynn Williams, leader of Blackpool Council, said: “For too long, decisions that impact Lancashire have

been made in London. Devolving funding and power to the most local level possible is absolutely the right thing to do.

“A strong Lancashire can ensure that the significant inequalities affecting our communities can be addressed and that the Levelling Up agenda truly delivers the investment in people and place that we need.”

All 15 councils that comprise Greater Lancashire will discuss these proposals at full council meetings in the coming weeks, where they will be asked to agree a joint report.

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Burnley drugs trafficker who tried to shield himself from prosecution jailed for 11 years

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Man dies after bridge collapse A man has died and several others injured after a vehicle and trailer fell into a river when a bridge collapsed in Roeburndale.

circumstances around the incident is underway and the Health and Safety Executive has A drugs trafficker prepared to sell amphetamine been informed. from Burnley who sold and ketamine.

Det Insp Kirsty Wyatt, of Lancashire Police, large quantities of Class Shah used other people to said: “My thoughts are very much with all Police were called around 4.25pm on A drugs around the UK handle and deliver the drugs for him in a failed attempt to those involved in what is a very sad and tragic Tuesday, January 18 to the Moor Lane area and in Europe has been lower the risk to himself of incident. following a report of a serious accident on a jailed for 11 years and being arrested.

“One man has sadly died and a number of farm. three months.

Shah, of Colne Road, Burnpeople have suffered serious injuries.

It was reported a Polaris Ranger vehicle Imtiaz Shah, 42, was identiley, pleaded guilty to being fied by Lancashire Police ofpulling a trailer had fallen into a river when a “At this time we believe the vehicle was pullconcerned in the supply of ficers as a user of an encrypting the trailer, containing a number of people, bridge collapsed. heroin, cocaine and cannabis. now at the start of what is a ed phone used by criminals when a bridge gave way. Those people were On Friday (January 14) he significant custodial sentence. Eleven people were in the ranger vehicle and to try and avoid detection. then thrown from the vehicle and trailer. trailer at the time of the incident. was sentenced to 11 years I hope the outcome of this Operation Venetic is an “Our investigation is at very early stages Sadly, one man suffered fatal injuries and and three months custody at case acts as a warning to international operation and enquiries are ongoing to establish what Burnley Crown Court. was pronounced dead at the scene. others who think they can targeting criminals who used Shah will face a Proceeds of commit serious criminal acts A second man suffered a serious head injury happened.” a mobile encryption service, Crime Hearing later this year, and evade prosecution. We Anyone with information which can help and was taken to Royal Preston Hospital for commonly referred to as Enwhere any assets he has obwill do everything in our police can call 101 quoting log 0953 of Janutreatment. crochat, in an attempt to fly tained via his illegal activities power to identify you, bring ary 18.

A third person has suffered a serious back under the radar of the law are likely to be seized. you to justice and protect our injury and was taken to Royal Lancaster Infirenforcement agencies.

DCI Tim Brown, of East communities.

Over a six-week period mary. Others who are injured Division, said: “Imtiaz Shah “Drug traffickers spread between April and May have also been taken to Royal believed he was able to hide misery in the communities in 2020, Shah acquired and his criminal activity from the which they operate and often Lancaster Infirmary. sold wholesale quantities of Emergency services includpolice. He instructed others exploit the most vulnerable cocaine and heroin to other ing police, ambulance crews, to do his criminal bidding members of society. I would drug dealers. fire crews and mountain in a misguided attempt to urge anybody with inforWhen the prices of those shield himself from criminal mation on criminal activity rescue attended the scene. drugs began to increase prosecution. in their area to contact the Road closures are in place because of the Coronavirus “Following an exemplary police via 101, knowing that and expected to continue for lockdown Shah also branched investigation from Lancashire we will listen and act on any some time. out into selling cannabis.

Police detectives, Shah is information provided.”

An investigation into the Evidence also showed he was

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Pair sentenced in relation to the

death of their baby daughter

A mother and father have been sentenced for causing or allowing injuries that led to the death of their baby daughter.

as a broken leg (femur), which she is believed to have suffered in the days leading up to her death.

Speaking after the result, the officer who lead the investigation, Det Ch Insp Jill Johnston Daniel Nolan, 30, of Dover Street, Nelson was from Lancashire’s Force Major Investigation handed 10 years and Sophie Nash, 31, also of Team (FMIT), said: “I am pleased that Nolan Dover Street, Nelson (both pictured above), and Nash have both been jailed, particularly as both have continued to blame each other was given eight years imprisonment today (Friday, January 14th) after previously being and neither has ever accepted any responsibility for the acts of violence that led to baby found guilty of causing/ allowing the death Ava’s death. Ultimately their selfish preoccuof Ava Grace Nolan (pictured, below), two counts of causing or allowing serious injury pation with themselves, combined with their toxic and volatile relationship, has resulted in to her and child cruelty. their baby losing her life.

Police were called by the Ambulance Service on Wednesday, August 16th 2017 after baby, Ava Grace Nolan, then just eight days old, was reported to be unresponsive at an address on Dover Street, Nelson.

Ava was taken to Royal Blackburn Hospital where she sadly died a short time later at shortly after midnight on Thursday, August 17th.

“I would again like to thank all of the officers and staff who worked on this incredibly complex and emotive case, always with the aim of getting justice for baby Ava, as well as the witnesses who gave evidence and supported this investigation.

“We will continue to work hard with our partners to protect children like baby Ava from harm, to educate and support parents, but A subsequent post-mortem examination ultimately to protect and safeguard children, revealed Ava died of a catastrophic head injury, likely to have been caused by forceful to be their voice and to prevent tragic cases shaking. Further investigation found Ava had such as this.” also suffered a separate brain injury, as well

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Stuck indoors for Valentine’s?

Here are a few fun, romantic, and ultimatley unqiue ideas for how you can spend Valentines 2022 without even stepping out your front door.

Shake up some delicious cocktails

Do you struggle to believe juice and vodka can total to be £8. Thats exactly why learning how to make them yourself is such a genius idea. Whether you choose to compete or pair up in concocting your creations, cocktail making is both a way of gaining a new skill and a way to get tipsy at the same

time, or black-out drunk – depending on what kind of couple you are.

than snuggling up to your partner and stuffing your faces with popcorn?

while you cook, yelling and swearing is less than romantic.

This may sound a little childish at first, but give it a chance. Building a pillow fort in your bedroom or living room makes for both a great date activity and location, as once you’ve finished building it you can enjoy it however you want, if you know what we mean.

We’d personally recommend setting up a laptop or monitor in the foot of your fort, as this makes it ideal for screening movies – plus think of the opportunity for sleep-over style snacks. What’s more romantic

Maybe you’re not the best cook, maybe you’re Gordon Ramsey, either way, the competitive spirit and potentially delicious outcome of this activity should entice you. The best way to divide a cooking competition is by allocating the starter and dessert to one person, and the main course to the other.

However, each making your own three course meal can be even more satisfying, as you’ll end up with 6 courses overall.

Just try to avoid adopting Ramsey-style characteristics

If cooking isn’t a strong point in your partnership, not to worry as restaurants are still open to save the day. Why not splash out and host yourselves a lavish meal cooked by professional chefs and delivered to your door.

All you have to do is the lay a table with a couple of candles and voila, dinner is served.

Nottingham is brimming with plenty of fun and unqiue restaurants delivering delicious cuisines, such as Piccolino (Italian), Zaap Thai Street Food (Thai), Prickley Pear (Vegan), Zumu (Sushi), Wildwood (Italian), and more.

Swap the boring, old sofa for a pillow fort

Cook yourselves a roman- Treat yourselves to a tic gourmet meal fancy take-out

Give each other a make oveerrrrr!

Getting dressed up seems like a thing of the past since lockdown. Most of us have

succumbed to the popular trend of donning sweats or pjs seven days a week, which arguably may not be the most attractive of looks.

So, if you’re trusting, or brave, enough, why not exchange make-overs for Valentine’s? A new look might be exactly what you need to spice up your relationship, or make you both realise how much more attractive you were before.

ing, pottery, or something a little more unique, you don’t have to be Da Vinci to create something meaningful that your partner will cherish forever.

There’s plenty of kits you can order off of Amazon or Etsy to get you started, and the end product doesn’t even have to be that good: its the thought that counts, right?

Whether or not you’ve been inspired by some of these Hand-craft some cool and weird and wonderful Valentines activities, or at least unique gifts to exchange were momentarily enterIf you’re less materialistic tained, whatever you decide and more sentimental, this to do this February 14th, is the date for you. Whether remember to stay safe! your crafting involves paint-

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The Beautiful South’s Dave Hemingway’s

new band SUNBIRDS play MANCHESTER

The man who once told us he loved us from the bottom of his pencil case, founder Beautiful South member Dave Hemingway returns with his new band SUNBIRDS playing Manchester – Deaf Institute on Saturday 5th February 2022!

Having retired from the live scene at the back end of 2016, Dave has been keeping busy together with erstwhile South colleague, guitarist/songwriter Phil Barton, new discovery singer/violinist Laura Wilcockson and drummer Marc Parnell.

‘Cool To Be Kind’ was released in November 2020, on the independent label Nectar Records signalling the arrival of Sunbirds with new songs and a new sound.

Although born and bred in England, the band’s sound predominantly features the instrumentation of traditional American roots music combined with the occasional outburst of guitar heavy melody more associated with Seattle in the late 80’s/early 90’s.

However, you can only sing about what you

know.

“Although a lot of the songs have an Americana feel” says Dave “they’re still about life in England. You’re going to feel a bit daft singing about pick-up trucks and low down honky-tonks when you live in Yorkshire.”

Their debut album produced by cult producer Teo Miller, captures truthful, open-hearted, funny and sometimes painfully honest songs, turning the page to a new chapter for Dave Hemingway and The Beautiful South story.

‘Cool To Be Kind’ is the result of a few transitional years in Dave and Phil’s individual personal worlds. It tells tales that cover contemporary themes as well as age-old matters of the heart and soul - all viewed through the bottom of a recently drained pint glass.

“Now we’re Sunbirds we’re free to dig a little deeper into ourselves”, says Phil “having said that, there’s no exact science here, we’re just enjoying ourselves and expressing whatever we want whether it’s about love, longing, depression or Gary Lineker’s crisp adverts”.

“Cool To Be Kind is a must-have album which helps us forget the pandemic and lust after the days where this amazing new band can deliver their songs live” - UK Music Reviews “A highpoint of it’s rootier ilk” - We Are Cult “Appealingly understated song writing” - Classic Pop Magazine “An album with warmth to spare” MOJO Magazine Sunbirds ‘Cool To Be Kind’ debut album is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon UK & Music, all HMV stores and via the website www.sunbirds.co.uk Sunbirds are: Dave Hemingway – Vocals Phil Barton – Guitar Laura Wilcockson – Vocals & Violin Marc Parnell – Drums SUNBIRDS – 2022 UK Tour Dates: Thursday 3rd February 2022 SHEFFIELD – The Greystones Doors open – 7.00pm Age restriction – 14+ Friday 4th February 2022 YORK – Crescent Doors open – 7.30pm Age restriction – 16+ Saturday 5th February 2022 MANCHESTER – Deaf Institute Doors open – 7.30pm Age restriction – 14+

Saturday 18th June 2022 HULL – New Adelphi Club Doors open – 8.00pm / On Stage - 8.30pm Ticket Price – £12.50 Saturday 2nd July 2022 MILLOM – Beggar’s Theatre Box Office No: 01229 775 677 Doors open – 7.30pm / On Stage - 8.00pm Ticket Price – £16.00 For more information on Sunbirds, please visit the links below: Website https://sunbirds.co.uk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sunbirds.co.uk Twitter https://twitter.com/SunbirdsMusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sun-

birdsmusic Meet You On The Northside’ video link - https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=JD_xiHG7CGk FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON SUNBIRDS INCLUDING INTERVIEW REQUESTS AND IMAGES, PLEASE CONTACT: Maria Philippou @ M P Promotions – Email: maria@mppromotions.co.uk – Mobile: 07801 191784 / Office No: 0161 494 7934

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A Beginner’s Guide To The Barbecue Barbecue Tips and Tricks

• To avoid losing juices during turning, always flip your meat or vegetables using tongs or a spatula, rather than a fork.

• Try to limit the flips. Ideally, you should flip each item once during the grilling process.

• Whatever you do, don’t press down on burgers or chicken (or anything) with a spatula while they’re grilling! This squeezes out the juices and once they’re gone … they’re gone! If you’re bored and need something to do with your hands, learn to juggle (but not too close to the grill, please!).

• For great smoky flavor, soak some wood chips (hickory, oak, or other hardwoods but not treated lumber!) in water for a while, then throw them onto your charcoal and cover the grill, or if you’re using gas, put them into your smoker box following the manufacturer’s instructions.

• To infuse grilled foods

with herb essence, toss herbs directly onto the charcoal while you’re grilling. Or, if you’re using a gas grill, soak the herbs in water, and place them on the grate before putting your food on top of them.

• If you want to baste your meat or vegetables, save this step for last. That way the sugars in ,your marinade or sauce won’t have time to caramelize or burn.

• If this all sounds too complicated, or if it’s raining or cold outdoors, you can grill indoors with a contact grill or use a grill pan.

Visit Ilkley

Nestled under a moor known worldwide, Ilkley is a must visit this summer. Full of shopping, restaurants, activity, and an amazing community. It is easy to see why this beautiful town has recently been named ‘Best place to live in the North and Northeast 2021’ by the Sunday Times.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside with the Yorkshire dales right on the doorstep, this is a town full of passion with lots to do and see. Whether you are looking to explore and get active up on the walking trails or you are after a relaxing day taking in some retail therapy Ilkley has it all. The infamous Grove plays host to an array of independent businesses and national chains providing a tremendous range of goods and services, a shoppers

delight in which visitors can purchase Art, Homewares, Fashion and much more.

Why not wander down the picturesque streets taking in the beautiful cherry blossom trees and experience some of Ilkley’s brilliant independent boutiques, such as Nora’s Interiors and Gifts or sustainable fashion and lifestyle store Fig and Willow. Wellknown brands can also be found, such as Mountain Warehouse, and Fat Face for those needing any last-minute walking attire.

Alongside shopping, Ilkley has a vibrant food and drink scene consisting of an enviable range of independent cafes, restaurants, and bars. From restaurants serving three

course meals to gin and wine bars and the many coffee shops. Come and enjoy the many alfresco dining spaces on offer, such as The Black Hat a great space to enjoy a nice cold beer or Café 39 to enjoy amazing coffee and watch the world go by.

For everything you need to plan your next trip to Ilkley, head to www.DiscoverIlkley. co.uk for advice on where to stay and what to do.

We look forward to welcome you this summer. #DiscoverIlkley.

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BREWING TODAY: PURITY BREWING COMPANY

The Purity Brewing Company (founded 2005) maintains their original concept – to brew high-quality beers, in a natural and sustainable way. Spent hops are forwarded on to local farmers for fertilisers and spent grain is used for cattle. The spent yeast becomes silage for pigs. The company’s privately implemented recycling scheme takes care of paper, plastic, cans and anything which is possible to be recycled. Their Wetland System has the water going to the River Avon, following cleaning of the effluent. The cask, bottled and canned beers, several of which are award-winning, are vegan friendly. Gluten-free options are available, too.

MAD GOOSE (4.2% vol). I found this production refreshing, with a good citrusy aroma and finish, brought about by the use of Cascade hops. The combinations of Pale, Wheat and Crystal malts make this ale smooth and most ‘palate friendly’.

BUNNY HOP (3.5% vol). Pale malt, Lager malt, Wheat malts and Cara malt, plus an abundance of Pilgrim, Eureka, El Dorado and Chinook hops, are utilised, to great advantage, to produce this very popular, light-coloured gluten-free, unfiltered pale ale.

LONGHORN (5.0% vol). Another, very popular, full-bodied, unfiltered IPA. The best Pale malt, Rye, Crystal Rye and Cara malt make wonderful combinations and, with Pilgrim, Chinook, Galaxy, plus Simcoe hops, this Longhorn production is a fruity winner, for many IPA connoisseurs.

JIMBO (4.0% vol). Pilgrim, Fuggles, Goldings, plus Emperor hops combine to achieve the enticing aroma for this gluten-free, unfiltered bitter beer.

SESSION IPA (4.5% vol). Initially brewed during the summer of 2018, this gluten-free, unfiltered IPA comes across (to me) with excellent fruit overtones, which complement the hoppy nasal appeal, splendidly. (Pale malt, Vienna, Golden Naked oats, plus Simcoe, Eureka and Mosaic hops). Vegan friendly and gluten-free.

palate, this does not disappoint, in any way.

Refreshing and ‘clean’, top quality English Pale malt, Pilgrim and Classic Noble hops, from Bavaria, are very well combined.

For more products and information, including stockists, contact details are: Purity Brewing Company, Upper Spernall

PURE HELLES (5.0% vol). Organic and gluten-free, this lager has parallels with German-style lagers. From nose, through

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Ktwo’s Roadeo Compact And Push Trailer Increases Capacity By 40%!

Ktwo, one of the biggest British manufacturers of farming machinery, has manufactured the Roadeo Compact and Push Trailer which is being hailed the next generation of trailer. It's been designed to increase capacity by compacting its contents which can achieve up to an additional 40% per trailer.

The Roadeo Compact and Push Trailer is unique in its design because it doesn't tip to empty it's produce, instead it compacts and pushes its contents out. This increases capacity through compaction and reduces costs by increasing the volume each trailer can take by up to 40%.

The Roadeo Compact and Push Trailer’s success is also based on its safety and reliability.

The chassis and running gear have been designed to provide maximum stability with the very best

of on-and-off road handling characteristics as demanded by today's high-speed tractors. It is fitted with high specification axles and brakes to ensure that the trailer can stop safely in all conditions. ‘’Our Roadeo Compact and Push Trailers are already being used by farmers and contractors in the UK and worldwide.’’

Explains Robbie Polson, Ktwo Managing Director.

‘’We regularly get praise for their time and cost saving benefits to farming.

The increased capacity and emptying speeds reduce fleet running costs dramatically.’’

The traditional tipping trailer is likely to be replaced by the safer and cost saving pusher design in the future.

For more information on Ktwo and The Roadeo Compact and Push Trailer, visit: www.ktwo.co.uk

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The best parks in Yorkshire to visit with the family Make the most of the warm weather this summer and head off on an outdoor adventure with the family.

Ideal for picnics, nature walks and soaking up some sun, these parks and gardens around Yorkshire offer a scenic spot to relax and unwind.

Bolton Abbey Estate The vast Cistercian ruins of Fountains Abbey provide an impressive backdrop for a picnic Visitors will be spoilt for choice with things to do at the popular Bolton Abbey Estate in Wharfedale.

Put your balance to the test crossing the 60 stepping stones, take a walk to see the Strid in the ancient woodland, enjoy the scenery along the nature trails, or nestle down on the lawns in front of the magnificent 12th century ruins.

Visit: Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6AL – www. boltonabbey.com Golden Acre Park Golden Acre Park in north Leeds is popular for its circular lakeside walk and

pretty gardens Hugely popular for its pretty gardens and circular lakeside

walk, this north Leeds park stretches across 55 hectares, providing plenty of space to bask in the sunny weather.

There’s a huge amount of space to set up a picnic, or you can head to the on-site cafe if you’d prefer.

Visit: Arthington Road, Bramhope, Leeds, LS16 8BQ – www.leeds.gov.uk Oakwell Hall and Country Park The vast Oakwell Hall estate stretches across 110 acres with a network of footpaths and nature trails for visitors to explore Combine sightseeing with

outdoor adventures at Oakwell Hall and Country Park, where you can take a tour of the bautiful Elizabethan manor house, which offers an intriguing insight into the late 17th century, before heading off to explore the

110 acres of country park which surround it.

The vast estate is home to a network of footpaths and nature trails, where you can expect to find glorious scenery, flowers and wildlife along the way.

Visit: Nova Lane, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9LG – www. kirklees.gov.uk Manor Heath Park This nineteen acre park in Halfax is perfect for an active day outdoors, thanks to its many exciting on-site attractions.

Alongside woodland walks, a walled garden and wild flower area, children will love playing in the water park and sand pit, or spotting an array of exotic plants and creatures at The Jungle Experience, the park’s tropical on-site greenhouse.

There’s also plenty of spots to set up a picnic and if you’re feeling energetic, there is an outdoor gym where you can work up a sweat.

Visit: Halifax, HX3 0EB – www.visitcalderdale.com Valley Gardens

These English Heritage grade II listed gardens in Harroage spread across 17 acres and feature an array of different areas giving visitors plenty to explore.

Have fun in the playground,

skate park, boating pool and games areas, which include tennis, pitch and putt and crazy golf, take a dip in the paddling pool, or simply take some time out to wander the footpaths through the gardens.

Visit: Valley Drive, Harrogate, HG1 2SZ – www. harrogate.gov.uk Yorkshire Sculpture Park If you’re looking for a park that is a little more out of the ordinary, Yorkshire Sculpture Park won’t disappoint.

The magnificent open air gallery is home to around 80 sculptures and installations, offering a more unqiue way to appreciate some contem-

porary art by some of the world’s finest artists.

Visit: West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LG – www.ysp.org.uk Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden Tucked away in a secluded valley, visitors are guaranteed to be impressed by the vast Cistercian abbey ruins and Georgian water farden at this National Trust site in Ripon.

A medieval deer park, Elizabethan Hall and Gothic church are also on site to see, while the vast green lawns which lead down to the riverside provide a wonderful spot for a picnic.

Visit: Fountains Abbey And Studley Royal Estate, Ripon, HG4 3DY – www.nationaltrust.org.uk Roundhay Park A firm favourite spot to soak up some sun in Leeds, Roundhay Park stretches across 700 acres of pretty parkland, lakes and wood-

land, providing a picture-perfect location for leisurely picnic.

Youngsters are well catered for with two playgrounds on site, along with the popular Tropical World visitor attraction where a variety of exotic animals and plants can be seen.

Visit: Mansion Lane, Leeds, LS8 2HH – www.roundhaypark.org.uk Castle Howard This stunning 18th century historic house just outside of York stands within 1,000 acres of glorious landscape, with lakes, fountains, woodland, temples, rolling lawns, an ornamental garden and a children’s playround just a few of the delights which

await to be explored in the grounds.

Visit: Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA – www.castlehoward.co.uk Greenhead Park Nestled just half a mile from Huddersfield town centre, Greenfield Park is the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle, and enjoy some time outdoors.

Home to a skate park, tennis courts, play areas, paddling

pool and ornamental lake, as well as a miniature steam railway, there’s a great variety of attractions to keep the whole family entertained.

And visitors can even enjoy horse and carriage rides on weekends.

Visit: Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT – www. kirklees.gov.uk

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Yorkshire Air Museum The Yorkshire Air Museum has burst back to life celebrating the wonder of Aviation, which we proudly proclaim as Yorkshire’s greatest invention! Did you know that the aeroplane was first invented in our own county?

‘conventional’ aeroplane with fixed wings, a ‘fuselage’ and using the acts of propulsion and lift as individual functions to make it fly.”

This ultimately led to the creation of his full-size glider which, in 1853, made the first man-carrying flight at his family home at Brompton by Sawdon.

The Museum is proud to display the unique replica Museum Director of this amazing craft which Barbara George explains: “Scarborough born nobleman now takes take centre place in our huge hangar, strikingly George Cayley was so mounted on a plinth, along inspired by the passenger with other iconic Yorkshire carrying hot air balloons designed aircraft, such as the of the Mongolfier brothers Blackburn Buccaneer, the in France that he defined last of a long line of aircraft the principles for a ‘flying machine’ in 1799, designing from the company founded

by Leeds born Robert the very first outline of a

Blackburn, and, of course, own unique WWII Halifax Mk. III bomber, “Friday the 13th”. This is so named after the most successful Halifax, flying from its Yorkshire base at RAF Lissett near Bridlington.

We know you will be inspired after visiting our wonderful museum, based on an original WWII Bomber Command base, with all the history and heritage of the period.

Enjoy discovering our amazing aircraft collection amongst our extensive,

spacious grounds and take a stroll around our woodland nature area. Discover a tranquil, fragrant spot in our ‘Jardin des Papillons’ or Memorial Rose Gardens and enjoy a family picnic on our lawns.

Open Daily 10:00am to 17:00pm. (Winter 10:00am – 16:00pm) Admission: £12 Adults, £5 Child (4-17). Family £30 (2A + up to 3 Children.)

Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Award.

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LAKE DISTRICT WALKS

The Lake District is one huge adventure playground, providing gentle countryside ambles and more serious high level challenges. Whichever path you take, you’ll have much more fun if you plan properly beforehand.

PLAY IT SAFE Decide your route carefully and make sure you have enough time to get back in daylight. Darkness can quickly descend, so it’s also a good idea to pack a torch, just in case. Before you leave, tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to return.

THINK OF OTHERS When planning your day, bear in mind your own capabilities and those of all the others in your group.

During your work, be prepared to cut it short if conditions become too difficult or a member of your party begins to struggle.

WEAR THE RIGHT GEAR Take appropriate clothing, equipment, food and drink and a first aid kit. Boots, warm, windproof, waterproof clothing, a hat and gloves and some spare warm clothes plus a rucksac are all essential.

Regardless of the season.

BEWARE THE WATER If you’re thinking of going for a paddle, be careful, many tarns and lakes shelve deeply, and the water’s chilly even in high summer.

FOLLOW THE COUNTRYSIDE CODE • Be safe, plan ahead and follow any signs • Leave gates and property as you find them • Protect plants and animals,

and take your litter home.

• Keep dogs under close control • Consider other people CHECK THE WEATHER! The Lake District weather can change rapidly and conditions on the tops can be very different from those in the valleys. So check out the forecast in advance by calling the Lake District National Park Authority’s Weatherline service on 0844 846 2444 IN AN EMERGENCY Ring the police and give a description of the incident and it’s location. Keep injured or exhausted people safe and warm until help reaches you.

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HARRISON STICKLE is a fell in the

central part of the English Lake District, situated above Great Langdale.

The fell is one of the three (although the number is debated) fells which make up the picturesque Langdale Pikes, the others being Pike of Stickle and Loft Crag.

Together they make up one of the most picturesque, and

probably the best-known, mountain groups in the District. A “stickle” is a hill with a prominent rocky top.

Harrison Stickle’s summit area is composed of the pebbly sandstone and breccia of the Pavey Ark Member.

Several greenstone knapping sites have been found below the main peak, and following the strike of the tuff exploited at nearby Pike O’Stickle in

the neolithic period.

The sites on Pike O’Stickle have been well described as the Langdale axe industry, but they have been found to be much more widespread than originally thought. The rock was roughly shaped on site, and then traded across the country, where the final polishing could be undertaken. Such polished axes have been found in Buckinghamshire for example as well as in East Anglia.

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The axes varied widely in size, shape and function, and most were designed to be fitted with either wooden or bone handles (using pointed butt ends or narrow waists).

The summit is a short rocky ridge with a cairn at each end, the northern one being higher. The view from Harrison Stickle is as good as the view of it — a surprisingly rare occurrence — with all of the major fell groups visible.

The fell is usually climbed from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel in Great Langdale, and there are a number of possible routes up. The simplest first follows Stickle Beck to Stickle Tarn; a path

then leads up the western side of Pavey Ark to reach the summit. The fell is almost invariably combined with other nearby peaks to make a longer circular walk.

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Planning For Your Wedding Day 2022 As couples plan for their big day for 2022 now is the time to get into shape. and start organizing for what will be the best day of their lives. For the bride, you can’t start earlier enough.

You want to arrive at the alter looking vibrant with health and beauty, so what better excuse do you need to invest a little bit of time, money and energy in getting you there?

Whether it is planning a few pampering trips to some spas or joining a gym, not only can you trim your figure, you’ll do wonders for your complexion and overall energy levels.

Shopping for the wedding dress is probably the part of

the wedding plans you are looking forward to more than any other aspect. The majority of bridal gowns bought in the UK are classed as ‘off the peg.’

You try on a sample of the gown in the shop; they take your measurements and order the most appropriate size for you which is then delivered to the shop for alterations to fit your exact shape and size.

Don’t panic, there may be a huge amount to do but here is a handy checklist with some of the main points to take into consideration in the build up to the big day!

12 months before…

Choose a wedding date Decide on a budget Make a list of guests and decide on numbers

Book your Church/Ceremony location. Book your reception venue/caterers. Choose your Bridesmaids, Ushers and Best Man. Start looking for The Dress!. Choose and book your photographer 8 months before…

Choose bridesmaids’ dresses Book entertainment Choose and order your wedding cake Make an appointment with your chosen florist 6 months before...

Give Notice of Marriage Purchase or hire menswear Select your wedding rings 4 months before...

Send out your wedding invitations Arrange fittings for the wedding dress and menswear

1 month before...

Arrange a final fitting of your wedding dress your bridesmaids, ushers and best man. Enjoy your hen and stag parties!

2 weeks before...

Confirm the date and time of the rehearsal to the relevant people 1 week before...

Arrange to collect your wedding dress, bridesmaids dresses and the menswear Have all your beauty treatments Drink plenty of water and have some early nights Relax and enjoy this time – all your hard work is about to come to completion!

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Can PRP Transform Your Life?

the treatment of a wide range of health conditions and disorders. BioMed Natural Health Clinic specialises in regenerative medicine, particularly Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP).

PRP is a safe, non-invasive treatment designed to rebuild cartilage, to repair torn meniscuses and ligaments, as well as to reduce pain and swelling. It has proven to be highly effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis and various sports injuries.

What is PRP? How Does PRP Work?

In recent years, scientists Regenerative medicine takes and doctors have made advantage of our natural tremendous advancements ability to heal ourselves by in moving regenerative medicine into the mainstream using healthy regenerative cells found throughout the as an alternative option to body. Laboratory and clinical research have shown that it is possible to use platelet rich plasma and adult stem cells to heal and even regenerate lost, damaged or aging tissue.

It can also assist in the delay of joint replacements and help certain patients avoid surgery. PRP treatment If you are suffering with osteoarthritis or a chronic sports injury, Biomed Natural Health Clinic can help you to completely eliminate the pain with the revolutionary PRP treatment. Biomedic Practitioner, and clinic owner, Claudia Carrillo has all the information that you need to know about this results-driven healing…

involves collecting a small amount of your blood and spinning it in a centrifuge to separate the platelets from the red cells. The collected platelets are then injected into the damaged area to stimulate healing and regeneration. It works by stimulating the body’s natural repair mechanisms and by suppling the growth factors necessary to build tissue.

PRP For Sports Injuries PRP Treatment can potentially heal a range of sports and acute injuries that cause joint, tendon, and ligament pain. Soft tissue injuries are the most responsive to PRP treatments.

PRP is effective in relieving:

• Joint pain resulting from inflammation after an acute injury • Chronic Degenerative Joint Disease • Ligament and muscle injuries • Tendonitis, e.g., tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow • Early partial tendon tears

Tendonitis, such as Achilles’ tendonitis, patellar tendonitis in the knee, or tennis elbow involve microscopic tearing and the formation of scar tissue. It is often difficult to heal these tendon injuries due to poor blood supply to these regions. The concentrated platelet injection provided through PRP treatment, enhances the nutrients and growth factors in the injured areas, allowing the body to heal. Research studies and clinical practice using both ultrasound and MRI images have shown definitive tissue repair after PRP Treatment.

The need for surgery can be greatly reduced by treating injured tissues before the damage progresses and

the condition becomes irreversible. Professional sportsmen Tiger Woods and Hines Ward both experienced far quicker recovery times after receiving PRP Treatment for career threatening injuries.

PRP For Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) is a type of joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and

underlying bone. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Other symptoms may include joint swelling, decreased range of motion, and, when the back is affected, weakness or numbness of the arms and legs. Unlike other types of arthritis, only the joints are typically affected. PRP

Therapy is a great option for treating osteoarthritis as it not only renews and regenerates tissue, but also encourages the regrowth of collagen and collagen fibres. It can take from four to six weeks to see the results, although in some cases, patients experience the positive effects far more rapidly.

Benefits of Choosing PRP Treatment PRP therapy has an extremely low risk of negative side-effects or allergic reaction.

Most cases of PRP treatments are successful, and avoid the pain, disability, down time, and risk associated with major surgery. The only recovery required is from a little soreness and possibly some bruising around the treated area.

The reparative procedures offered at BioMed Natural Health Clinic aim to repair damaged tissues and to get you back to your active lifestyle as quickly as is possible, without the need for surgery.

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What’s your big reason to quit smoking this January?

Connect with the local stop smoking service for free specialist advice and support.

Lancashire’s Quit Squad, the local NHS stop smoking service, is ready to connect with smokers who are about to take the step to begin their New Year quit attempt this January.

The main ‘big three’ reasons for quitting in January are: Better health – quitting can reduce chance of lung disease, heart disease and cancer Family – children who have parents or carers who smoke are more likely to smoke themselves More money – quitters who smoke 20 cigarettes per day can save up to £80 per week* Tracy Sutton, Quit Squad Manager said:

“New Year is a peak time for smoker’s seeking support with a quit attempt and the team is ready to connect with people to help and advise them on the best route. Our specialist advisors will discuss your smoking habits and behaviours, support you to make changes and become smokefree. We are an e-cig friendly service and can support you if you decided to use one to help you quit. We are currently providing telephone support and smokers have free access to digital support via My Quit Route “If you want to make a fresh start, we will be with you every step of the way for better health and a better you. Quitting smoking will mean you have more energy, improved health for you and your family and more

money in your pocket – the three big reasons to give it a go.”

Quit Squad is commissioned by Lancashire County Council.

County Councillor Sue Whittam, lead member for health, said: “Stopping smoking is one of many great ways to improve your health.

“Quit Squad offers specialist support and you’re much more likely to be able to stop for good with the help and advice the service provides.

If stopping smoking is your New Year’s resolution, get in touch with Quit Squad today.”

Quit Squad provides support to smokers in Lancashire over the age of twelve. The service offers specialist advice and support

to understand your smoking habits, triggers and advice on nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). This combined approach increases your chance of quitting. We can also offer advice about e-cigarettes as a quitting aid.

You are three times more likely to quit with specialist advice than quitting alone so let us help you make a fresh start this January To contact the team please call 0800 328 6297 and for stories of people who have been helped by the service visit www.quitsquad.nhs.uk/ *Based on the average price of 20 king size filter cigarettes in October 2021*(Source: www.ons.gov.uk/economy/inflationandpriceindices/timeseries/czmp)

‘Don’t wait’ – BAe boss’ plea to anyone with bowel cancer symptoms A boss at one of Lancashire’s biggest employers has shared his story of bowel cancer in an effort to encourage people to be more open about their health.

Chris Boardman, Group Managing Director for BAE Systems’ Air sector, was diagnosed with colon cancer earlier this year and underwent successful surgery this summer.

In a video for staff at the company, which employs around 10,000 people at its sites in Warton on the Fylde Coast and Samlesbury, near Blackburn, Mr Boardman made a plea to anyone with symptoms to seek help as soon as possible.

He said: “I wanted to share my story because I think it is important we are open and we talk about issues.

“I was diagnosed with cancer of the colon earlier this year and that required a fairly intense period of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. I had surgery in the summer and at the end of September it was confirmed the cancer has gone.

“What I learned through this difficult time is that there is no real reason not to reach out.

“We have a wonderful NHS and we have wonderful people in that service, a vocation to look after people’s health and well-being and preserve life.

“My plea is, please don’t wait. If you have symptoms, please contact your doctor. Just go. It’s not easy but when you have reached out you are in very safe hands with the people who are trained to help and want to help you get better.”

Bowel cancer is a general term for cancer that begins in the large bowel. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer.

Bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in the UK. Most people diagnosed with it are over the age of 60.

Dr Adam Janjua, a GP in Fleetwood and chair of the Fylde Coast Cancer Steering Group, said: “The main symptoms of bowel cancer are blood in your poo, a persistent change in your bowel habit or persistent lower pain in your tummy pain, bloating or discomfort.

“I’m very grateful to Chris for sharing his story and I commend him for acting so quickly. This has clearly saved his life. Bowel cancer is very treatable if we find it early.

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New Year’s Resolutions That Will Actually Make You Feel Good

and expectations that we have to reinvent The prospect of the new year is rather exciting; it is an opportunity ourselves. to start fresh and try something new. If you are in need of some positive and feaWhile everyone deserves a new beginning, especially after the holidays, the thought of New Year’s resolutions brings about pressures

Meditating is a great way to start, and you can start small by meditating as much or as little as you see fit. There are a ton of apps you can sible resolutions, here are some suggestions: use if you are someone (like myself) who has Begin listening to your body. Much easier a hard time quieting their thoughts and need said than done, but it makes such a difference. a bit of guidance.

Make time for self-care. As you begin to listen to your body, you’ll recognize when you need to take a step back and take care of yourself. Mindfulness will cue you into when you’re hungry, tired, thirsty, or in need of watching your favorite show on Netflix. Life is busy, but if you are able to make time for yourself throughout the week or dedicate one afternoon to yourself, you’ll be glad you did.

Celebrate what your body can do with a movement practice you enjoy. Our bodies are extraordinary vessels that carry us through life. Find a movement practice that you enjoy (dance, yoga, football, tai chi, boxing, weight-lifting, etc.) and that helps you celebrate the capability of your body, the body that allows you to move, jump, kick, flip, lift, turn, and run.

Try something new. Whether it is a new recipe for a friend’s birthday, a new book each month, or going through the top films of all time, trying something new opens you up to new ideas, inspiration, and creativity. You can even try something new with a loved one and share the experience.

Keep a gratitude list. Keeping a diary or journaling are other common resolutions,

but many people find that it is hard to write extensively on a regular basis. I have found a gratitude list to be a fine alternative as it invites me to focus on the positive memories of my day, but it is short and sweet.

Clean up your social media. You don’t have to follow accounts on Instagram or Twitter that send negative messages or don’t make you feel good about the incredible person you are. Take some time to go through who you follow and see if the content that is being posted is toxic to you. If it is, simply unfollow.

You are in control what you see on these platforms, so make your feed one that you enjoy looking at and makes you feel good.

Compliment yourself (and one other person) each day. Similar to the gratitude list, this is short and sweet. Discover something new about yourself (a physical trait or characteristic) and find pride and appreciation in that. Then, pay someone else a compliment, and remind them why they are so incredible.

It could be a family member, friend, partner, pet, or even the barista that greets you each morning. We all deserve to be reminded of why we are beautiful, both inside and out.

If you choose to take on a resolution, pick one that works for you, not one that you think you have to take on because it seems like everyone else is. Resolutions are not one size fits all, and they don’t have to be as transformative as they have been made out to be. Allow your resolution to focus on a small change to your daily life that makes you feel good. Sure, it’s a new year, but don’t fret about making a new you

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Rossendale nurse celebrates her 50th anniversary as a Queens Nurse A Rossendale nurse celebrating 50 years in nursing has been awarded one of the highest accolades in the profession during an online awards ceremony which included a pre-recorded speech by Prince Charles.

The title of Queen’s Nurse (QN) has been awarded to Marian Malley for her high level of commitment to patient care and nursing practice. Marian, 67, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) at Irwell Medical Practice in Bacup, received her Queen’s Nurse Award during an online awards ceremony on Monday December 13.

A Queen’s Nurse is someone who is committed to high standards of practice and patient-centred care. The Queen’s Nurse Institute supports innovation and best practice, in order to improve care for patients. Queen’s nurses are recognised as nursing leaders and champions of excellence in practice.

Marian said: “I am obviously delighted and extremely honoured to get this award, it’s a great honour. My career as a nurse has been so rewarding. I have loved every minute of working in both a hospital setting and within primary care.

I have especially loved my time working at Irwell Medical Centre.

“My patients are at the heart of everything I do, I am so proud that I get to help so many lovely people improve their health and wellbeing.”

Dr Kate Ealing, GP Partner at Irwell Medical Practice, said:

“We are so very proud of Marian, and the dedication and commitment she has shown to her patients. We couldn’t wish for a lovelier person to work within our nursing team. She is a true credit to primary care nursing and nurses everywhere.”

Marian’s nursing career began in 1972 in North Manchester. Her 50 years (January 2022) in nursing began with her nurse training at what was then known as Crumpsall Hospital – now North Manchester General Hospital.

Once qualified, Marian held a dual role for a number of years within the hospital as well as working in a general practice in Manchester. For many years Marian was a day sister on a surgical vascular ward before becoming a night sister. She has been at Irwell Medical Centre for the last seven years.

She is married to Bill and has three children and four grandchildren. Needless to say, her family are also extremely proud of Marian.

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Ewood Park scores Lancashire’s first drive-through vaccination clinic!

A new drive-through COVID-19 vaccine clinic is opening at Ewood Park this week giving local residents the chance to score their hat-trick of COVID jabs at the home of Blackburn Rovers!

From Tuesday, January 11, anyone aged 12 years and above will also be able to walk into the pop-up facility which will be based on Car Park D off Bolton Road, Blackburn.

It will be open 8.30am until 7.30pm, seven days a week, and run by a team from Everest Pharmacy, with support from Army personnel. It is offering booster jabs, as well as first and second doses to everyone aged 12 and over. 16 and 17-year-olds can also get their boosters at this site if it’s been at least 91 days since their second dose.

The new site is part of the national drive to get as many people boosted as possible due to the new COVID-19 variant and is one of only a few drive-throughs in the country.

No need to book, just drive in or walk-up.

The public will be able to either go inside the mobile unit for their jab if they are a walk-in or park in a bay in their car and the vaccinator will come to them.

Jane Scattergood, Chief Nurse and Senior Responsible Officer for Lancashire and South Cumbria, is urging people to get their booster jab without delay.

“Anyone aged 16 and over who has had a second vaccine more than 91 days ago should come forward and get their booster. But importantly, we also very much want to see you if you haven’t had a vaccine at all yet.

It’s never too late to have your first dose and there will be no questions asked – we will just be pleased that you’ve come forward and we will give you a vaccination that offers the best protection against the virus.

“The new Omicron variant is spreading extremely quickly and we are seeing more people in hospital with COVID-19 than we have for many weeks. There’s no room for complacency – we’re asking people to have their vaccines as soon as possible and not wait, whether it’s your first, second or booster.”

All adults in England are eligible for a booster COVID vaccine, as long as it has been three months (or 91 days) since your second dose.

People also have to wait 28 days after a positive COVID test result to have a vaccine (or 12 weeks if aged 12-17).

Prof Dominic Harrison, Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health, commented: “We now know that two doses of the COVID vaccine are not enough to protect us against the latest variant.

“The booster is massively important in the fight against the Omicron variant to give us maximum protection, and to significantly reduce our likelihood of needing hospital treatment should we become ill with COVID. It is the best protection we have, alongside continued infection control practices, to help us safely navigate this stage of the pandemic.”

Councillor Mohammed Khan CBE, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, added: “I’m very proud that Blackburn with Darwen is able to host the county’s first drive-through vaccination site and am hopeful that the convenience will encourage more residents to get their booster dose at this critical stage in the Omicron wave.

“My thanks goes to Blackburn Rovers FC for their continued support for our pandemic response.”

Further details are available here on where you can book your vaccine at

www.healthierlsc.co.uk/getmyjab

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New Year, New Career in Foster Care

If 2022 is going to be the year where you give something back and decide to make a positive difference, could it be the year when you open your heart and home to a foster child with Child Action Northwest (CANW)?

Our fostering service has been running since 2001 and we’re often told by staff and carers alike that it’s like a family itself, a community of like minded people.

Foster carers with CANW are offered support at every stage of their journey, including financial and practical support, activities Let us tell you about CANW… and support programmes for children, to Our team of foster carers provide a safe ensure they can achieve their full potential. and secure place for children to live when We also provide training to encourage they’re unable to live with their birth famifoster carers to develop and become the lies. best possible carer they can be, while the CANW’s long and well-respected history of guidance of a clinical psychologist ensures providing accommodation for vulnerable the emotional, health and wellbeing needs children spans more than a century after we of both children and carers are met. started life as Blackburn Orphanage.

the fostering family are at the centre of everything we do at CANW, and we do all we can to help them and their foster family achieve their full potential.

Could you foster?

If we’ve made you consider fostering but you might be doubting your suitability, let us tell you there’s no such thing as an ideal foster carer.

It isn’t about whether you’re married, single, lesbian, gay, heterosexual, divorced or co-habiting. It isn’t about your race or religious beliefs. Our carers come from all walks of life, careers and backgrounds.

We take great pride in proYou don’t need specific skills to viding a family feel to our become a foster carer – your life fostering service and when experiences, parenting skills, values we spoke to foster carers and interest in young people are just as Mat and Lynn, they said: “The important.

Similarly, there’s no such thing as a typiyoung person living with us at the moment said it doesn’t cal foster child – they come from lots of different backgrounds. Teenagers, children feel like they’re being foswith disabilities and large sibling groups are tered. To hear that confirms very often those most in need of a caring, to us that we’ve made the supportive environment to live in. right decision and made a Some may have had a difficult upbringing, positive impact on their life when they needed it most.” but all are looking for a foster carer with The needs of the child and flexibility, a good sense of humour and the

patience and strength to help them build and understand family relationships from the ground up.

Are you ready to be a lifeline for a young person in need?

Please give Child Action Northwest a call on 0800 634 5300 – our team will be happy to help and tell you more or visit our website and take a look at our FAQs: www.canw.org.uk/faq

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t s o m e h t e b Fostering could o d r e v e l ’l u o y g rewarding thin Every child’s needs and journey into care will be personal to them just as your motivation to foster will be personal to you.

Here at Child Action Northwest we understand and respect that.

We are never too busy to answer your questions about Fostering and the support you can expect.

• Dedicated social workers & managers • A team big enough to make a difference, small enough to feel like a family • Regular Foster Carer Groups and events • Generous financial packages • Quick access to psychologist & other therapeutic support

• 24/7 on call support • Dedicated support team for young people and birth children • Activity program for children and a young person’s centre

CALL US TODAY

0800 634 5300 Registered Charity No: 222533

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Matlock Bath in the Peak District

Matlock Bath was developed as one of England’s first true tourist destinations. It occupies a beautiful position in a limestone gorge on the River Derwent, and boasts attractive riverside gardens and steep wooded hillsides.

ic museum. The riverside walks are great for peaceful, shady strolls, and there is a good children’s playground area to keep younger visitors amused.

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Running throughout September and October, the Matlock Bath Illuminations Matlock Bath has been a are well worth a visit. The popular tourist attraction beautiful riverside park is since the late 17th Century, illuminated and filled with when the healing properties stalls and fairground rides, of its warm spa waters were while brightly-lit and decfirst discovered. Access to the area was improved in the orated rowing boats parade 18th Century, and by the 19th along the river. On Saturday nights throughout the event Century Matlock Bath was there are fabulous firework a place for society’s finest to displays that light up the visit. gorge.

The town is still a wonderGulliver’s Kingdom ful place to visit, with a long Matlock Bath is home to this street of shops, cafes, amuselarge, family-friendly theme ment arcades and places park, which is within walking of interest, including an distance of the town centre. It aquarium and photograph-

is particularly suited to visitors aged 13 and under. The park is located high on a hill overlooking the town, which adds an extra element of thrill to the rides! Please see www. gulliversfun.co.uk/gullivers-kingdom-matlock-bath for more information.

Peak District Lead Mining Museum

Lead Mining Museum tells the story of the mines and miners of this area. It houses thousands of items from the lead mining industry, as well as hundreds of rock and mineral specimens from around the world. See www.peakdistrictleadminingmuseum. co.uk for more details.

Crich Tramway Village

Located within the Grand Located just a short drive Pavilion, the eye-catching outside Matlock Bath, the pink building at the top of the fabulous Crich Tramway main street, the Peak District Village is a fabulous place to

spend a day, with plenty to keep the whole family happy.

It is home to the National Tramway Museum, with more than 60 vintage trams for visitors to admire in airy exhibition halls, and it also features a beautifully recreated period village with a pub, café and olde-worlde shops.

A number of the trams run through the village and can be hailed at historic tram stops. Visitors pay one old penny (original coin includ-

ed in the admission price) to take unlimited rides for more than a mile into the surrounding countryside, with stunning views of the surrounding Derwent Valley.

There is also a Woodland Walk with a sculpture trail that is perfect for keeping little people interested along the way, as well as a picnic area and a children’s playground.

See www.tramway.co.uk for more information.

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Lake District Ranked As Highest-Placed UK Destination On Lonely Planet’s ‘Top 500 Ultimate

The prestigious international travel guide has ranked hundreds of what it calls “unmissable global travel experiences”, with the National Park sitting at number 40 – the highest of the UK’s 34 recommendations, with Hadrian’s Wall listed as the UK’s 13th most essential destination.

Described as “the definitive wish-list of the 500 most thrilling, memorable and interesting travel experiences in the world – ranked in order of brilliance”, with almost half of the guide’s recommendations being outdoors or wildlife experiences, its authors say the list reflects “a growing desire from travellers to experience the natural world”.

Managing Director of Cumbria Tourism, Gill Haigh, says, “We’re thrilled to see that both of Cumbria’s World Heritage Sites have made this amazing list, with The Lake District topping the UK’s tally of 34 ‘must visit’ destinations, alongside the equally important Hadrian’s Wall. As one of the world’s most-trusted travel guides, Lonely Planet’s acknowledgement of both of Cumbria’s World Heritage Sites speaks volumes for the region and is also a timely boost for our #theperfect placetobe recovery campaign, which we launched to help the entire tourism and hospitality sector get back on its feet after a very difficult 2020.

“Our wide open spaces provide the perfect

environment for a visit based around relaxation, health and wellbeing, while our culture and arts sectors are among the best in the world thanks to famous writers with a Lake District connection such as Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth.

As the Lake District is also the home of England’s deepest lake and highest mountain, opportunities for adventure are endless, and we also boast the highest number of Michelin stars anywhere north of London – making Cumbria a true food-lover’s paradise. “Of course, there’s so much more to Cumbria than just The Lake District and Hadrian’s Wall. The whole county is a fantastic all-year-round destination with more than 100 miles of stunning coastline, the city of Carlisle, England’s highest town of Alston, and towns and villages wrapped around Morecambe Bay, just to name a few other highlights which makes Cumbria #theperfectplacetobe.

At a time when awareness of our visitor-offer is more important than ever, we can’t understate the value of Lonely Planet’s recognition highly enough.”

Last year, Lonely Planet ambassador and ‘Trailblazer’ Chloe Gunning highlighted the county as one of her favourite places to visit thanks to a successful partnership with Cumbria Tourism.

Better known to her online community as ‘Wanderlust Chloe’, she spent three days travelling by foot and eBike

in the Eden Valley as part of the organisation’s sustainable travel campaign.

Commenting on Cumbria’s double-inclusion on Lonely Planet’s list, Chloe says, “It’s no surprise to see the Lake District as the highest placed destination in the UK. It has it all. Beautiful landscapes, lots of great activities and a top food scene too. I’ve adored my trips to the region, and when people ask me where to visit in the UK, it’s one of the places I recommend most of all. I can’t wait to visit again soon!” For more information about visiting the Lake District, Cumbria, visit: www.visitlakedistrict.com

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What Can Derwen College Do For You? An ambitious specialist college, with a focus on the future, is welcoming families and carers to find out more about the possibilities they offer to young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Derwen College, in Shropshire, welcomes both residential and day students to its campus. It is a vibrant and exciting College with a determination to enable young people (aged 16-25) to achieve their goals. Graduates from the award-winning college are proud to contribute to their communities, with many achieving the skills necessary to leave home and secure employment or further training.

Students work in the College’s unique on-site, commercial areas, learning work skills, supported by specialist teaching staff. The public-facing commercial areas include a garden centre and gift shop, charity shop,

café, restaurant, training hotel and print shop. Students eventually progress to work placements in the community.

A ‘Learning for Life’ pathway supports students who aren’t yet work-ready to develop teamworking, communication and social skills. The college has also launched a bespoke sensory programme, Nurture, for students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

Residential students at Derwen enjoy a unique college campus-style experience, which parents often compare to university life: a busy social life; shared living experiences; and the chance to meet new people and enjoy new experiences away from home, are as vital to students’ learning as preparation for work.

Students go on to achieve things that they, and their families, never thought possible.

For example, William, a 2021

graduate in Hospitality, is now enrolled on a catering course at his local college.

Whilst at Derwen College, William – who has a moderate learning difficulty and communication needs – learnt hospitality skills in the College’s Hotel 751 training hotel and Orangery Restaurant before progressing to work experience at a Premier Inn hotel He says: “I learnt lots of skills at Derwen, like cooking tea, making my bed, and getting a train to my work placement on my own.

“I also gained my Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards, and took up running.

I even did a half marathon for charity in December 2020.

“At the moment I am doing a catering course at my local college which is going on excellent. I am hoping to get a job at Premier Inn and move into supported living.”

The College looks forward to welcoming potential students to spring and summer Open

Day places (see dates below), which are booking up fast.

Derwen College Principal Meryl Green says: “We look forward to welcoming families to show them what student life with us is all about, and meet staff and students to chat about those vital next steps for the future.” www.derwen.ac.uk Open day dates We hope you will be able to join us at one of our Open Days. We look forward to welcoming you to Derwen College and showing you what student life with us is

all about. You will get a taste of some of the amazing work that our students do and the facilities they enjoy. You will meet staff and students, and chat about your next steps.

Wednesday 23 March Wednesday 15 June Do book your place as soon as you can, as these events fill up fast!

Derwen College is ‘A Place

of Possibilities’.

We work with our young people to support them to achieve what they want to and challenge them to do more. Our students regularly exceed what they and others thought possible. Your college programme can open up a world of exciting opportunities. Come and have a look!

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Three Home Improvement Upgrades That Add Value If you are looking to add value to your house, why not try out some home improvement upgrades?

Here are five home improvement upgrades that add value… It can be super exciting to embark on home improvement projects, but it’s even better when the upgrades you opt for add value to your home. It’s worth bearing in mind, however, that some improvements might be worthwhile to you personally, they may not increase the value of the house to others.

In this article, we’ll sum up our top five ways to add value to your home through

improvements which you — and future buyers — will benefit from. Here are the top home improvement upgrades that add value…

1. Add insulation In addition to increasing the value of your home, installing energy-saving insulation will also reduce your energy bills as well as ensure you’re minimising your carbon footprint. If you opt to insulate your loft or basement, this is a job that you can easily do yourself with a little bit of time and patience, but if you’re insulating your walls then we recommend you hire a professional to do it right.

Another method of insulation is double glazing — double glaze your windows to further lock in warmth and add value to your home.

2. Upgrade your heating system Next on our list of home improvement upgrades that add value is to upgrade your heating system.

Adding or upgrading your heating system is a failsafe way to add value to your home. You can do this with a few options, such as replacing windows (or add double glazing if possible, as mentioned in tip #1), seal any drafts around doors and windows or replace a boiler.

If your existing boiler is due an upgrade and has passed the point of repair, then it’s a worthwhile investment to get a new boiler installed in your home.

3. Be more energy efficient There’s a number of ways to be more energy efficient and consequently add value to your home, such as updating your lighting to LED bulbs. LED is extremely energy efficient and uses less heat and electricity for the same light output.

If you have a larger budget and are looking for something a little bit substantial, then adding solar panels and turning the sun’s light into free energy at home is a fantastic investment.

These are some top home improvement upgrades that add value to your home.

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COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT 2021

Burnley FC in the Community release 2021 Impact Report, showcasing scale of charitable work across the region

It was another challenging year. However, BFCitC were at the forefront of tackling issues and putting The 37-page brochure celsmiles on faces. ebrates the work by Burnley The Impact ReFC in the Community’s port showcases dynamic team, who provide The Leisure Box, 50 programmes, ranging Whitehough from football sessions with Outdoor Centre young people right through and Burnley FC to dementia and loneliness in the Commuprojects for the elderly. nity Kitchen Initiatives include Mental facilities that Health provision such as have gone above Claret in Mind, Schools’ and beyond over Mental Wellbeing Project, the past 12 months.

Education workshops, Premier League Kicks, and much Throughout 2021, the foodbank at the Burnley FC in the more.

The Covid-19 pandemic has Community Kitchen, in partnership alongside Burnley proved to be a difficult time Together, fed 29,012 people. for many. However, BFCitC The charity is proud to have has continued to deliver various programmes to those served residents of the town who need it the most around and surrounding areas that Burnley, East Lancashire, and have benefitted from the wide range of programmes and West Yorkshire.

projects and want to thank partners for supporting their delivery. https://media-cdn.incrowdsports.com/daac3e2d-a65e4b42-a8c6-8b80f3e76c83.jpg BFCitC aims to improve lives every single day by using the power of Burnley FC’s brand as a force for good. The Club’s Chairman Alan Pace, Manager Sean Dyche and

players, support the Equality and Diversity work through the “One Club for All” ethos.

All Clarets are encouraged to read the 2021 Impact Report, which provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of Burnley FC in the Community’s programmes and projects.

BFCitC CEO Sara Ward said: “2021 was a year of

significant challenges and changes for the charity, but our aim remained the same.

“Once lockdown restrictions were lifted, we were able to return to face-to-face delivery of sessions, and we are proud of the work that our team have contributed to all areas of the community in Burnley, East Lancashire and West Yorkshire.

“I would like to place on record my thanks to all of our partners, sponsors and volunteers as well as Burnley FC for their continued support, and we look forward to continuing to work together.”

The report can be viewed or downloaded from www. burnleyfccommunity.org

In Memoriam matchday rescheduled for February fixture

Due to the postponement of the Leicester City fixture and the planned activities for Ben Mee’s 10 Year Anniversary at the Watford game, our In Memoriam matchday will now take place at our Premier League fixture against Manchester United on Tuesday 8th February.

We want to thank all supporters who submitted names

of loved ones ahead of the Leicester fixture.

A one-minute silence will commence before kick-off on the evening, as we commemorate the loss of all members of the Clarets family who have passed away in 2021.

As a mark of reflection, the submitted names will join the list of former players and staff who have sadly died and

will be displayed on the big screen during the one-minute silence. All names will also appear on the website and social media on the day of the

fixture.

Our In Memoriam matchday was initially proposed by the Supporters’ Liaison Group (SLG) and remains a

key date in the Club calendar as it continues to be a source of solace to many.

Burnley Football Club want to thank you for your un-

derstanding and on behalf of everybody connected to the Club, we would like to pass on our sincere condolences to supporters for your loss.

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Patrick Bauer Puts Pen To Paper On New Deal Preston North End are delighted to confirm Patrick Bauer has signed a new contract at the club until at least 2024.

The German defender’s current deal was due to expire in the summer, but he will now stay on at Deepdale for at least the next two and a half years.

Since his arrival in June 2019, the 29-year-old has made 72 appearances for PNE, and he scored his seventh goal for the club in the weekend’s draw against Birmingham City.

Speaking after signing his new contract, Patrick said: “I’m really relieved to get it done. Negotiations have been going on for quite a while so I’m really glad to finally put pen to paper and be here at least for the next two and a half years.

“First of all, me and my family felt really comfortable here in the area. We love the club and I love the boys in the changing room.

“We’ve got a really good changing room and a really good squad, and I feel like we can be really successful in the future. Hopefully we can show that in the next [few] years.”

The former German U20 international has played every minute of football since Ryan Lowe was appointed, and the manager was delighted to see another one of his players sign on, following Andrew Hughes’ new deal a couple of

weeks ago. expiring, we want to make sure we look Ryan said: “I’m really pleased. The after these type of players to [make sure negotiations have been going on for a while with Patrick before I came here, so I’m pleased he’s committed his future to Preston North End.” He added: “He’s a leader, not a vocal one, he’s a silent type of leader. He’s a great footballer, a good defender, along with Hughesy, and all the lads who are playing.

“Obviously these lads with contracts

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Brereton Diaz selected for La Roja double-header

Ben Brereton Diaz has been selected for the Chile squad for two crucial World Cup qualifiers.

Martin Lasarte’s side take on Argentina and Bolivia in a double-header, with the first of the two games taking place next week.

First up for Chile is a home tie

against Argentina, with the encounter set to take place at the Estadio Zorros del Desierto in Calama on Thursday 27th January.

The Rovers frontman will then prepare for a trip just across the border, with a game against Bolivia in La Paz on Tuesday 1st February.

As a result of international duty, Ben will miss Rovers’ home clash

with Middlesbrough on Monday 24th January and the away match against Luton Town on Saturday 29th January.

Ben Brereton Chile Paraguay.jpg La Roja currently occupy sixth spot in the South American qualification group with 16 points from their opening 14 games.

The top four teams from the 10-

team group advance to the World Cup finals, whilst the fifth-placed team enters an inter-confederation play-off for a World Cup spot.

The forward, who has scored 20 goals so far this season for Rovers, will be hoping to build on a record that has seen him score three times in his nine appearances for Chile.

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