20 C l i th e ro c A d v e r t i s e r & T im e s , M a r c h 2 1 s t , 1991


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THF.KK was a big houst for the local Arthritis and Rheumatism Council for Research at its coffee morning on Saturday in the Ribblc Valley Mayor’s I’arlour in Clitheroe. The event raised 1)210 and a delighted Mrs Bever­


ley Cooper, chairman of the local group, thanked the public for support. There were cake and bring- and-buy stalls and a raffle raised £30. Guests included the Mayoress of the Kibble Val-' lev. .Miss Helen .Jones.


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DEItlR fanner Roger Stanley Blackburn has been told to remove his caravan home or face heavy lines.


Magistrates at (Jlilheroe


be.-ml that Blackburn admitted tailing to comply with an enforcement not ice in remove the resi­ dential van from Mill Farm, Waddington, within nil dtiys, Blackburn (07) was


given a conditional dis­ charge for 12 months after admitting the offence and was ordered to pay .DlnO costs. His solicitor, Mr Geof­


frey 1 sherwood, said Blackburn would be appealing against the refusal of planning permission. Prosecuting for Kibble


temporary permission, but that wits refused. She said the authority had met Blackburn to try and offer him some alternative way to carry on his business as an agricultural contractor. As a last resort, a sum­


mons was issued last October, some 17 months after the matter was first brought before the council. Mrs Rice said nothing hasty had been done to put Blackburn out of his home. In mitigation, Mr Isher-


Squash P r o m o t i o n s u c c e s s


CLITHEROE ladies’ sea­ son ended with victories for both teams to give them identical records of played 22, won 21, lost one, and promotion for next winter.


cess lay in settled teams, fine spirit and strength in depth. Against St Anne’s lsts,


The secret of their suc­


the firsts gained revenge for their only defeat of the season with a convincing <1-1 success. Kay Plant won the opening tie by 3- which was countered by St Anne’s win against


performances from Peter Myers, Suzanne Atkinson, Tony Walmsley and John Barber, which were offset only by a narrow 2-3 loss for Warren Starbuck to complete a winning week in all Clitheroe’s six matches.


Swimming Adriatic coast


Sue Bird, who lost 2-3. Anne Cowking, Suzanne Atkinson and Sharon Willis, then scored deci­ sive victories to end the season on a high note. The seconds a t St


CLITHEROE Dolphins Swimming Club held its second Inter-house Gala at Ribb 1 esda 1 e Pool on Friday. It was well attended and


medley. Tracey Gee won the women’s open 100m breaststroke, while Gary Cocks came second in the under 13 50m breast stroke. Jonathan Lang was first in the 10 to 11 years 50m butterfly and backstroke, while Katie Wilkinson won the 10 to 11 years 50m butterfly and was third in the back- stroke. Making his debut with the Bobcats was 10- year-old Adrian Peck, who swam really well to finish fifth in both the 50m frees­ tyle and backstroke. In the Spring 1991 issue


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resulted in some close races. A trophy was pre­ sented to the winning team in each section. In the junior section,


Valley Borough Council, Mrs Diane Rice said Blackburn had owned the farmhouse and land and had sold fragments of sur­ rounding land.He put a residential caravan on a small part of hind in his ownership. In Ocluberi lt'.Sh, he applied to. the council to allow the van on tin land, but it was turned down. The van was already on the site. Mrs Rice said the appli­


cation was refused because the land was in the Forest of Howland, designated an area of outstanding natural beauty, and the van conflicted with [dans no the area. Also, there was no ag r ic u ltu ra l


jti'-l ideal ion. Blackburn was later


issued with an enforce­ ment notice to move the van and return the land for agricultural purposes. Mrs Rice said Blackburn


appealed, but. it was later withdrawn. He then applied for a two-year


wood said that, despite selling off the farmhouse and some land due to financial pressure, Black­ burn had managed to run his business on a proper footing. He had taken instruc­


tions in deer fanning and, as a result, invested money in improving the farm buildings and buying slock to go into intensive deer farming. Mr Jsherwood said the


Anne’s 2nds, won 3-2 with the match depending on Jean Hutchinson in the final tie. Before her 3-0 success, Marjorie Brass and Sheila Willis had lost and Marie A spin and Dorothy Barker won well. The men's firsts had two


there was a second win for the Periwinkles, whose team consisted of Deborah Croft, Timothy Glenn, David Marr, Sarah Wal- meslcy, Matthew Houlkcr, Sally Glenn, Heather Wil- k i n so n a n d H anna h Osborne. The A d riatic team


impact of the caravan on the environment was very minimal and an earth se re en eo u 1d be constructed. The farm had been in


wins in a week. In a re-ar­ ranged fixture at Lancas­ te r University, they repeated the previous week’s scoreline against the same opposition when Richard Bedford and Brian Hayward both won we l l b e f o r e Da v e Matthews surprisingly lost. Robert Fielding gained revenge by winning 3-0, while Ray Dryden lost the final tie to a player reputed to be the best in the league, but Clitheroe still triumphed 3-2. Against Horwich, the


the family for many years and Blackburn was reluc­ tant to leave. The only way was to pursue the planning appeal further on the deer farming aspect.


C o n s i d e r i n g c o m m u n i t y c a r i d e a


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Browse said the stock was insured, fortunately, but a value cannot be put on the stolen goods u ntil a thorough check has been made. " I t’s a great shame,”


giving the ticket money back — and perhaps we can have another show in the autumn.” Ironically, it was to


said Mr Clla.vton. "It’s sad to think that a theft last­ ing only a few minutes has lost us more than .1)1,01)0, never mind the cost to Browse. "We will, of course, be


RURAL transport adviser Mr Ian Aitehison is to meet Chatburn Parish Council this month to dis­ cuss community car schemes. Mr Aitchison explained


of the ASA “Swimmer” magazine, three Clitheroe Dolphins swimmers are listed in the British senior short-course rankings. Emma Lang is 15th in the 200m individual medley, Tracey Gee is 15th in the 50m breaststroke and Peter Jones is eighth in the 50m backstroke.


East Lancs League


Whalley go out HOLDERS Wha l l ey crashed out of the East Lancashire League Presi­ dent’s Cup when they lost


gained revenge for the opening gala when they were narrowly beaten into second place by Carib­ bean. The Adriatic team members were Laura Simpson, Angela Roche, Caroline Knowles, Karen Holt, Robert Simpson, Matthew Franks, Anna Naylor, Helen Looming, Ian Davies, Ben Fletcher, Alison Dewey, Lyndsey S tephenson, Shirley Veevers, Diane Walmsley and Laura Finney. Results: Junior — Peri­


same team settled an old score in the best possible way — 5-0. There were wins for Brian Hayward (3-2), /Robert Fielding (3- 1), Ray Dryden (3-1), Richard Bedford (3-0) and Dave Matthews (3-0). The seconds were with­


Caribbean 123, Pacific 104, Atlantic 82, Tasman 80. © Six members of Clith­


winkles 57, Cockles 48, Oysters 47, Scallops 44, Mussels 41. Senior — Adriatic 130,


out a game, but the thirds recorded an important 5-0 success against Red Rose 3rds to keep alive their promotion hopes, with wins for Paul Burrows, George Senior, Sue Mead­ ows, Howard Blackburn and Dave Walters. The fourths won <1-1 at Reedley 7ths, with fine


the schemes currently operating in the county to members of Kibble Valley Council’s Planning and Development Committee. Residents of several


eroe Dolphins helped the Burnley Bobcats achieve promotion to the Premier Division of the Speedo Swimming League of the North West. Bobcats, who joined the


3-2 at Gargrave. There was no joy either


for s e cond di vi s i on Rimington, who were defeated 2-0 by Clifton Athletic. S abd e n Re s e r v e s


OPEN A L L W E EK


enjoyed only their second win of the season when they defeated Barnolds- wick United Reserves 3-1 and there was also a good win for Read United, who won the derby encounter with Whalley Reserves 7-2.


Cup first round — Gar- grave 3, Whalley 2. Second round — Traw-


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Results: President’s


den Celtic 3, Pendle For­ est 2; Clifton Athletic 2, Rimington 0. Division One — Oswald-


second division la s t autumn, have never been beaten and have pro­ gressed rapidly through the leagues. Peter Jones won the


men’s open 100m back- stroke and 100m individual


T o r i e s c o n s i d e r p l a n o f a c t i o n


Ribble Valley villages are at present concerned that the reduction and, in some cases, cessation of bus ser­ vices, could leave those without transport stran­ ded. Under the scheme, resi


TH E Ribble Valley Conservative Association meets today to consider what to do next after the by-election defeat.


agent Pamella Roberts said the meeting was a dis-


Secretary and election


(hulls with cars are-invited to volunteer to use their vehicles for the benefit of those without and they receive a small mileage fee in return. Conn. Ted Boden (Chat-


have been the second sum of £1,000 the appeal should have received this week. I’upils at St Christopher’s CK School, Accrington, have raised £1,100 over the past six months and donated the proceeds to the Dorian House appeal on Tuesday morning. So far the appeal has


burn) told his colleagues that the withdrawal of bus services from the Down ham/Chatburn area had led to an invitation being extended to Mr Aitchison to explain the scheme to parish councillors. People from Downham were being invited to the meeting.


about one-tenth of the £2f)0,0l)0 it hojies to raise from the Kibble Valley towards the £•! million cost, of set ting up and naming a children’s hospice.


Painted eggs


TALENTED craftswoman Norma Singleton gave a display of egg painting at Clitheroe NFU Ladies' Social Section.


by-Bowland Village Hall, was well attended and Mrs ton was thanked by


The meeting, at Bolton-


at Hurst. Green Village Hall, was enjoyed by bid people, with dancing to the Mark Kit.to band. The hall was also the venue for a charity bingo evening, which raised £135.83 for various charities.


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,'S I i. Seed. The spring dance, held


N e x t M a y o r i s c h o s e n


CHAIGLEY councillor Allan Kay is to be the next Mayor of the Ribble Valley. He was appointed


Mayor-elect at Tuesday’s full meeting of the Ribble Valley Council. Coun. Kay, currently


Wanting help


RIBBLE VALLEY Con­ servation Group is looking for volunteers to help clear scrubland at Cross Hill Quarry, on the outskirts of Clitheroe, on Sunday. At least a dozen people


are needed between 10-30 a.m. and 2-30 p.m., said secretary Linda Martin. The group was at the


quarry about a month ago and cleared some of the scrubland then, but needs help to cover the area at the bottom of the quarry. Mrs Martin can be con­


tacted for details (Clith­ eroe 23954).


T a k e - a w a y s v e to


ANY plans to alter shops in Clitheroe town centre to hot food take-aways will be resisted, say local planners. In a change to the draft


Coun. Kay’s wife, Sheila as Mayoress, was seconded by Coun. Mrs Dorothy Pearson (Slaid-


Deputy Mayor, was pro posed by Coun. John Walmsley (Mellor), who said he had proved a great asset to the borough since Ills election four years ago. The proposal and that of


Coun. Charles Workman (Mellor). He was proposed by council leader Coun. Sheila Maw (Whalley), who said he would prove a good ambassador for the Ribble Valley.


P


burn). Deputy Mayor-elect is


cussion group and could not pass any resolutions. She confirmed tha t


attempts had been made by some association mem­ bers to circulate a petition, demanding a special meet­ ing to discuss the loss of a “safe” seat.


that local Tories would call for their unsuccessful can­ didate Nigel Evans to be dropped in favour of a local man in time for the General Election. The agent felt one or


Speculation was rising


two members had “jumped the g un” over th is ,


because the rules laid down a proper and orderly manner in which a candi­ date could be selected. She said she would be “appalled” if attempts were made on Thursday to go against these rules.


local plan policy, Ribble Valley Borough Council is amending its principal shopping frontage policy (TC2) to state “categori­ cally that there is a pre­ sumption against change of use to h o t food take-aways.” The frontages concerned


are mainly in Castle Street.


C R IM E W A T C H


ALWAYS lock your car, close the win­ dows and park in a well-lit street.


governing body will be reporting to members at their annual meeting early in April. Meanwhile, many letters of support had been received by Mr Evans. Such a drastic move as


The a s s o c ia t io n ’s


United 7, Whalley Res 2; Sabden Res 3, Barnolds­ wick United Res 1. Saturday’s fixtures:


Legion 3. Division Two — Read


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twistle Town 0, Foxhill 7; Barnoldswick United 3, Colne United 3; Great Harwood United 1, Colne


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Division One — Great Harwood United v Whal­ ley, Oswaldtwistle Town v Sabden. Division Two — Rib


Chester v Barnoldswick United Res, Sabden Res v Read United, Whalley Res v Rimington.


E u s l L a n ca sh ire D iv is io n One


Colne Legion........... 17 15 0 Foxhill.................. 2112 2 Gargrave............... 18 11 5 Clifton Athletic......... 21 9 G W


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Gt Harwood Utd....... 22 10 2 Colne United........... 20 8 4 Trawdon Celtic........ 19 8 -1 Johnson SC............ 19 G 1 Sabden.................. 22 5 8 Helm


Bhalley.................. 19 9 5


shore Utd........ 20 3 2 Oswaldtwistle T........ 18 1 5


halley Res... Sabden Res....


Pendle Forest.. Rimington..... Ribchester..... Read United ... Nelson GSOB... W


171-1 1 2 29 171-1 1 2 29 1812 0 G 15 9 1 5 19 1G 6 2 8 14 1G 4 1 11 9 17 2 0 15 4


PW D L P Ladies’ golf


Winter warmer WHILE fair-weather golf­ ers put their clubs into hibernation once the sum­ mer is over, the hardy ladies at Clitheroe Golf Club have been braving the elements to play the Winter Stableford. It certainly paid off for


(handicap one to 18) — Margaret Holding 116 points. Division Two (19-27) —


three of them, who won their various categories. Winners: Division One


reconsidering Mr Evans’ position would have to be considered by the associa­ tion as a whole, she said. “We do not know when


papers were reporting this week that Prime Minister John Major had been very pleased with Mr Evans’ performance in the by- election and was. keen to see him stand for the con­ stituency when the Gen­ eral Election is called.


the General Election will be called. Thursday’s meeting will be looking at ways of firming up our campaign and being ready in case one is called,” she added. Several national news­


— Connie Hindle 120. The ladies’ March LGU


Doreen Underwood 113. Division Three (28-36)


Medal was won by Marion Niven, with a round of 95-24-71.


Junior teams


READ Cricket Club will be running three junior teams at under 11, 13 and 15 level this season. Any interested boys


should contact club secre­ tary David Marshall (Padi- ham 74279). The committee are pres­


ently looking for someone to act as a part-time groundsman. Anyone who is prepared to help should contact Steve Rushton (Padiham 74023).


1036 Public Notices •


L A N C A S H IR E C O U N T Y C O U N C IL


(30 MPH SPEED LIMIT) AND (REVOCATION) ORDER 199


(A671 WHALLEY ROAD, SIMONSTONE, RIBBLE VALLEY BOROUGH)


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lancashire County Council propose to make an Order under Sections 82(2), 83(2) and Part IV of the Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and of all other enabling powers and after consultation with the Chief Officer of Police in accordance with Part III of Schedule 9 fo the Act, the effect of which will be:


1) To revoke the Lancashire County Council (40 mph Speed Limit) (No 3) Order 1983.


2) To prohibit any vehicle from travelling at a speed exceeding 30 mph on the lengths of roads specified in the Schedule to this Notice.


A copy of the draft Order, plan and Statement ot Reasons for proposing to make the Order may be inspected at the Offices of Ribble Valley Borough Council, Church Walk, Clitheroe and at Christ Church Precinct, County Hall, Preston during normal office hours until the 12th April, 1991.


If you wish to object to this proposal you should send the grounds for your objection in writing to the undersigned (quoting reference No 71/IDD/220/139) by the 12th April, 1991.


Christ Church Precinct, County Hall, PRESTON, PR1 8XJ. G. A. JOHNSON Chief Executive/Clerk


SCHEDULE Length of road at Simonstone, Ribble Valley Borough


A671 Whalley Road, Simonslone Irom a point 120 metres east of its junction with Simonstone Lane for a distance of 670 metres in a westerly direction.


■1036 Public Notices T h e C h u r c h y a r d o f W h a l l e y P a r is h C h u r c h .


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vicar, Churchwardens and Parochial Church Council of the Parish of Whalley in the Diocese of Blackburn and in the County of Lancashire, in co-operation with the Parish Council of Whalley and Little Mitton intend (if authorised by Faculty or Licence of the Consistory Court of the said Diocese) to improve the appearance and ease of maintenance of the graves specified below by removing the curbs which do not bear any inscription, to place back to back along the length of the grave those curbs which do bear an inscription, where necessary and possible to reset/repair headstones and to level the area with soil and sow with grass seed.


The graves involved are in section G ot the churchyard, namely in the newer section and to the east of the path. The graves involved are numbered 355 to 401, but not including 357, 362, 363 and 366. Copies of the Plan and index of the Churchyard are kept in the Parish Office in the vestry, open weekday mornings and in the Whalley Public Library.


AND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a statement has been prepared describing the graves and the action proposed to be taken with regard to each of them and that such a statement is now deposited with the Rev. JMC Ackroyd, Vicar, ot 40 The Sands, and will be available for inspection at this address at any reasonable hour from the date of this notice until Friday, April 12th, 1991. All objections by persons interested in the proposals should be addressed to the Diocesan Registrar, Diocesan Registry, Cathedral Close, Blackburn BB1 5AB to arrive not later than Friday, April 12th, 1991.


Dated this March 13lh, 1991. JMC Ackroyd, Vicar; HS Hacking and A Kennedy, Churchwardens.


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A Building Certified for worship named


Methodist Chapel, Harrop, Grindleton, in the registration district of Ribble Valley in the Non-Metropolitan County ot L an c a sh ire was on 11th March, 1991, registered (or solemnizing marriages therein pursuant to section 41 of the M a r r ia g e Act, 1 94 9 a s amended by section 1(1) of the Marriage Acts Amendment Act, 1958. Z.V. Crookes Superintendent


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