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THE universal appeal of the golden eagle has seldom been more forc­ ibly expressed than in a recent programme head-line in the Radio Times announcing a half-hour talk on “The eagles of Raasay.”


COUNTRY DIARY


' I was captivated by the headline, but imagine my surprise, after listening to the talk, to find that men­ tion of the eagle took up less than a minute. The rest was of no sig­


ally and photographically speaking, was the day when male and female were in the eyrie together. a Rarely do both adults


Although the female is never far away, the’ male seems reluctant to stay at the nest.


ttend the chick together.


brooding and rearing — from the beginning of May until late June — his main concern is' to hunt.


Throughout the lengthy


rabbit his stay is all too short.


nificance. Such is the power of the eagle that even a brief comment can justify a headline. It certainly set me think­


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extended, and a fully- grown rabbit or hare sus­ pended from his talons, he glides to the edge of the gigantic pile of nesting material. Af ter several years


Wi th wi ngs f ul l y


ing of my own experiences which have not been con­ fined to any brief encoun­ ters. Among these, and one of the highlights, both visu­


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Due mainly to the holidays there was were only seven tables for the duplicate game, in which a Howell movement was played. In this movement all pairs play each other pair. The winners were: Mrs


speak about was at least six feet wide and five feet deep.


Even when bringing in a


time, as if admiring the youngster. If the female is there,


and camera shake, and eve r ything could be


both appear contempla­ tive, rather like humans admiring their first-born. Then, obviously satis­


fied, he suddenly slips away and disappears down the glen wi th ful ly extended wings. The first time I saw the


ruined. It was during this nest­


pair together at the eyrie I urns bewildered by the unusual sight. The show was over before I realised its importance. I was too


prepared. Instead of admiring the family scene I was determined to obtain my picture. Imagine the two parents


late for my picture. A year later I was more


nests assume enormous proportions and the one I


been deposited he stands motionless for a shor t


Once his offering has


feather almost 20 inches long. Another surprise was the fantastic strength of the massive hooked-bill of the adult eagle. During the first few weeks of the eaglet’s life it


is common to see two or three fully-grown rabbits


on the rim of the nest, all in readiness in case the rabbit supply dwindles.


. feathered to the feet. A bird standing three-


with their broad backs and pale buff-coloured legs


feet high, with a wing-span of six or seven feet, is at first an\awesome sight. Such is the excitement


stripped carcases I failed to discover, but imagine my surprise when I fould the back leg of a fully- grown rabbit broken at its thickest point, as if by the jaws of a dog. There is no denying that


What happened to the


that one has difficulty con­ trolling one’s camera and emotions. One false move,


ing period that I encoun­ tered more evidence of the eagle’s size and power. One day I found a flight-


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for strength, outstanding appearance in the air or on the land, the golden eagle is king of all bird.


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A VERY cold night kept many people away from the Ribble Valley Church Council’s festival of carols on Sunday. But the 200 ther e


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December meeting the members were entertained to a varied programme of songs and carols by the Twiston Singers. They were thanked by Mrs Porter. The competition for a


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enjoyed the evening of carols and readings. The singing was led by the Longr idge Band, who played a dozen familiar carols. These were intro­ duced by Clifford Moffett, a Church Army captain from Preston. The lessons were read


Finishes in 8th spot


C H A I R M AN o f Clitheroe Young Far­ mers’ Club Martyn Bris­ tol finished eighth in the Stockman of the Year contest at the Royal Smithficld Show. Martyn, who is 21,


made a good start by taking first place in the stock judging section of the competition, which is organi sed by the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs. A worke r on his


by the clergy of all the local churches, and the Vicar of Clitheroe (the Rev. J. C. Hudson) gave the blessing. The festival, in Clitheroe Parish Church Hall, began with a solo, the first verse of ‘Once in Poyal David’s City,’ sung uy Mrs Dorothy Dugdale, accompanied by Mr Mal­ colm Blackburn. It ended with another solo ‘Thou didst leave Thy throne and Thy kingly crown, when Thou earnest to earth for me.’ T h e M a y o r an d


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THE Clitheroe and district Budgerigar Society is Iook- ing for new members. Anyone wishing to take up the* hobby, or who already keeps the birds, and would like to swap talk with other fanciers should contact secretary Mr Roy Driver. He lives at 8 Hodder


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father’s sheep and dairy farm at West Bradford, Mar tyn completed his apprenticeship training through the Agricul­ tural Training Board in August 1977.


Christmas card was won by Mrs Dyson, Mrs Pye and Mrs Benson. The meeting ended with carol singing and Mr Brian Haig recorded a couple of num­ bers for the Ribble Valley Talking Newspaper, of which he is the chairman.


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A TRIP to the Rockies with the Canadian Army is in store for 17-year-old Jonathan Anwyl, son of Mr Peter Anwyl, headmaster of St Ma r y ’s Hal l , Stonyhurst.


Ratcliffe College, Leices­ ter , where unt i l Sep­


Jonathan is at present at


Mayoress of the Ribble Valley (Coun. and Mrs Harry Riding) and the Mayor and Mayoress of Clitheroe (Coun. and Mrs BobAinsworthHent their support to this united ven­ ture, which was arranged in place of the usual United Se rv ic e on Ad v e n t Sunday. The bellringers of the


Parish Church later “let in” the New Year. In the


A date on the Rockies


tember his father was housemaster. Subject to obtaining the necessary A- levels, Jonathan, has been accepted for Sandhurst. A sergeant in the Com­


bined Cadet Force at Ratcliffe College, he is one of only 12 Cadets in the country chosen to make the trip to Canada.


— G. Stanley; chairman — K. Whaites; vice-chairman — T. Nelson; secretary — R. Driver; publicity — R. Harrison; treasurer — H. Bradley. Show secretaries are M.


Grove, Clitheroe (Tel. 25676).At the club’s recent annual meeting the follow- in g o f f i c i a l s we r e appointed: President — H. Smithies; president-elect


Kenyon and T. Luke and fund' officials K. Lea, H. Smithies, and G. Stanley. Looking after catering matters will be Mrs Mau­ reen Harrison and Mrs Mildred Harrison. On the committee are Mr and Mrs R. Jepson, H. Eastham;C. Maes and Mr Len Posner. Seventy-one-year-old


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Mr Posner, of Longridge, was appointed the society’s first-ever life member to mark 32 years’ service. The society has chosen


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DEPARTING SATURDAY, MAY 12th, 1979 for 8 days


Arranged by RIBBLE TRAVEL SERVICE and escorted throughout by a Ribble Representative ILFRACOMBE, nestling snugly in Devon's most majestic coastline, is a delightful town with a long established reputa­ tion for a friendly welcome. By day the narrow streets and quiet alleyways tumbling steeply down to the sea front and harbour, magnificent gardens and parks, the craggy coves and beaches all invite exploration or relaxation to match your mood. At night the jostling hotels and guest houses with their varied architecture, and the balmy air and coloured lights, create an atmosphere of charm and character rare to find. Whilst the resort is hilly in parts, many of the shops and holiday attractions are on level ground and near the prom­ enade and busy harbour. ITINERARY — SATURDAY: East Lancashire to Ilfracombe. Lunch en route is not included. SUNDAY: A comoletelv free dav to relax and explore Ilfracombe’s many features. MONDAY: Morning excursion to the golden coast via Saunton and Croyde to Woolacombe. Afternoon free. Evening visit to a performance of "Annie Get Your Gun.” TUESDAY: Morning free. Afternoon excursion to the Valley of Rocks and Lynton. WEDNESDAY: Full day excursion via the Bray and Exe Valleys to the ancient cathedral city of Exeter returning via Crediton and Barnstaple. Packed lunch provided. THURSDAY: Morning free. Afternoon excursion via the Exmoor Coast to lovely Dunster. FRIDAY: Morning excursion to Barnstaple to visit the Pannier Market and nearby Cratt Market. Afternoon free. Evening visit to the Top of the Town for our own Patty Night. SATURDAY: Return from Ilfracombe to East Lancashire. Lunch en route is not included. YOUR HOTELS are both situated on the level on Wilder Road and are within minutes of the promenade and harbour. All rooms have hot and cold water and some are available with private bathroom or shower and toilet. Lounges and dining


rooms are comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated. Accommodation includes breakfast, lunch and dinner with a choice of menu and includes tea or coffee as appropriateand 8% VAT. Some form of entertainment will be arranged by the manager of each hotel during the week. RUNNACLEAVE HOTEL: 120 bedrooms, lift to all floors, residents bar, games room and ballroom. DILKHUSA GRAND HOTEL: 119 bedrooms, lift to all floors, residents and public bars and baltroom. To meet the increas­ ing demand for superior accommodation we are pleased to have secured almost the whole ol this two-star AA recom­ mended hotel which provides a high standard of comfort and cuisine to satisfy the most discerning quests. PRICES PER PERSON: Runnacleave......~............................ £79


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PRICE INCLUDES: Full board accommodation as described; Travel by National Coach from Barnold&wick, Earby, Colne, Nelson, Brierfield, Burnley, Padlham,- Whalley, Clitheroe to Ilfracombe and return and on the excursions as described: Admission to "Annie Get Your Gun” and the Party Night; the services of a Ribble representative throughout. NOT INCLUDED is cancellation and travel insurance which Is strongly recommended and details may be obtained from your local office of Ribble Travel Service when booking. PLEASE NOTE: This tour is operated in conjunction with National Travel (West) Ltd and Western National Omnibus Co. Ltd and is subject to Traffic Commissioners approval. BOOKINGS ARE ACCEPTED on payment of a NON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of £5 per person and subject to,the booking conditions of Ribble Motor Services Ltd and National Travel (West) Ltd which may be seen on request. THE BALANCE is payable by March 17th, 1979


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