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Xed. I ; of the young visi- |iave been seen lout the Ribble Vai­ ling the past week § t Friday, descended lampsite for the clos- |emony, a fantastic c display.


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Support for local plan


THE local plan which governs land use and planning matters is effective and remains up to date, says a council report.- The plan was adopted three


years ago by the Ribble Valley Borough Council and has been


trimmed slightly in the light of


new or changing issues. These have varied from roller


shutters on urban shops to the retention of public houses in rural, areas, says a report to the Plan­ ning and Development Commit-


<\); Historic backdrop for Proms concert


PROMS time is here again! Clitheroe will again have its


own feast of popular and classical music performed against the splendid backdrop of its Castle. On Saturday, August 18th, the town will resound to the sound of


music - and it will all be free. The first half of the concert will


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include the overture "Orpheus in the Underworld," music by Holst and John Williams, and selections from


“West Side Story” and the block­ buster movie, “Titanic . After an interval, the mood will


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change to feature music by British composers. Clarke's "Trumpet Vol­ untary" heralds music by Queen - Freddie Mercury's "Bohemian Rhap­ sody" and "We Are the Champions . The audience can then join the


band and soloists in "The Holy City", "Land of Hope and Glory and Parry's "Jerusalem”


t VThe concert concludes with the ip


traditional “Fantasia of British Sea Songs” by Sir Henry Wood.


During the evening, Clitheroe Town Band(pictured above), con­ ducted by Mr Bill Carter, will be joined by Frances Prince (soprano) and James Parker (baritone), with Clitheroe Town Crier Roland Hail- wood encouraging everyone in what should be a wonderful free night out.


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te<The plan has several rural aspects, and officials believe that its policies relating to countryside diversification are relatively posi­ tive. They should help to ensure quick and effective decisions on applications, which will be a pri­ ority in the wake of the foot and


mouth epidemic. Economic development assis­


tance advice is available as well as planning guidance. The size of agricultural dwellings, is some­ times a controversial issue and officials emphasise that the coun­ cil must be clear and consistent in


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Magical Tuscan delights await those who head for its beauty


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TUSCANY is renowned for


its a r tis tic history and breathtaking landscapes - and no city better encapsu­ lates this rare mix of culture and natural beauty than


Florence. Florence, makes an ideal


location for those with an appetite for culture and sophistication. The city, nestling on the


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members from Canada, lucted by the Rev. Rod-


pock Inn, Waddington, iymoon at a secret desti- me in Clitheroe.


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n said th a t there was ;ied commercial use on > site and it was not felt > presence of the cars ected residential ameni-


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t that the county suryey- recommended refusal in e interests of highway


fety. After one councillor ■dared th a t this state- ent was very half-heart- 1, the proposal was voted u-ough for consideration of feible conditions later.


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plains of the stunning Arno Valley, probably boasts more history per square kilometre than any other place in Europe, while its compactness as a tourist destination makes it rela­ tively easy to explore on


foot. The city, home of the


Medici dynasty, has long proven a powerful draw for legions of British visitors. From the aristocrats of the 19th Century who took in a visit to Florence as part of their Grand Tour of Europe, to the thousands of ordinary tourists who have made the city a firm favourite for weekend breaks, the capital of Tus­


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Fax: 01254 824090 for taBty Bnacks 6 teaB, m J THE beautiful Villa San Michele, Florence.


cany has an atmosphere of a bustling, living art muse­ um.


dominated by the imposing Duomo Palace, the first place most visitors head for on their arrival. Traffic is now banned in


no, Galileo, and Michelan­ gelo, whose famous sculp­ ture David once graced the Piazza della Signoria, although a replica now stands in its place. Art lovers, of course -


the surrounding piazza, which makes i t easier to appreciate the multi­


coloured marble cladding of this great building. The dome, completed in 14db, was designed to dwarf even the great buildings of Greece and Rome and, as you wander through the tiny streets continually catching glimpses of this mammoth edifice, you will soon see how the architect Brunelleschi was successful in achieving his goal. . The area’s other great


church, Santa Croce, is a definite must on any visi­ tor’s sightseeing itinerary. It contains the tombs and monuments of many great Florentines, including Dante - author of the Infer-


and there are many to be found visiting the city - will know the real thing can be found at the Galleria del Accademia, one of several galleries to dominate Flo­


rence. Visitors should note that ,,


the photography ban is only lightly enforced, while anyone seeking a moment to enjoy a reflective moment gazing at onei of the artistic wonders of the world should be advised to avoid the many groups of touring Italian schoolchild­


Outside the Galleria dell


Accademia, Florences other jewel of a r t is the Uffizi Gallery, located on the banks of the Arno just a short walk from the stun­ ning Ponte Vecchio.


open from 9 a.m. to 7 P-m., Tuesday to Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, boasts an unrivalled collec­ tion of a r t by painters including Botticelli, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Caravaggio, Rubens and


The gallery, which is


Raphael. One word of advice - as


with all the major sites, be sure to arrive early as the queues build up quickly throughout the morning. However, it is a pity to


come to Florence and spend all your time immersed within museums and art galleries. The city has a wealth of attractions for both gourmets and shop­ pers, while the plentiful pavement cafes provide a welcome respite for the foot-weary sightseer. Well worth trying are the


I ta l ia n fu rn i tu re provid e a homely Mediterranean feel


to the interiors. As a gourmet destina­


tion, this area of Italy has much to offer and the Villa San Michele boasts one of the best restaurants in Flo­ rence. The restaurant con­ sists of two rooms, The Cloister and The Cenacolo, both serving the finest Tus­ can and Italian specialities. There is also an opportu­ nity to dine al fresco in the


more informal setting of the Loggia restaurant, which offers a view of Florence and the Arno valley below, ensuring th a t you arrive back from your trip not only culturally enriched but


physically. As a long weekend desti­


nation, Florence has much


to offer the visitor and with flights now operating direct between London and Flo­ rence what excuse do you need to visit?


TRAVELFACTS • Cate Wilson stayed at the Villa San Michele in


Fiesole where a standard double room costs £498 per night. This is based on one or two


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half board basis. For reservations call 0800 181 1*6. 9 Meridiana operates direct flights to Florence


many shops on the Ponte Vecchio which offer every­ thing from hand-made leather goods and jewellery to Tuscan specialities including olive oil and the unmissable Chianti red


wine. Another tip for those . , .. |


seeking to sample the best of old and new Florence is . to combine your visit to the colourful Santa Croce dis- tr ict with a brief stop at Bar Vivoli Gelateria, recog- nised by Florentines as makers of the best ice cream in the world. You can choose from a mouth- | watering menu of dozens of flavours ranging from | Tiramisu to Zabaglionc. Although there are many


hotels to suit all budgets throughout the city of Flo­ rence, its bustling nature j may make you want to explore further afield and, in particular, into the foothills of the Mugello region, five miles north of


the city. We opted for the Villa , _, >,.


San Michele, a former monastery that stands on a hillside overlooking the Duomo, close to the pretty |


village of Fiesole.


facade by Michelangelo, runs a regular courtesy | shuttle bus to and from Flo- rence, ensuring visitors seeking the tranquillity and fresh breezes of this hillside paradise do not miss out on the convenience of a city centre hotel.


The hotel, which boasts a


The hotel is not only one of Florence’s premier hotels


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from London Gatwick twice weekly while British Airways, Alitalia, Air France and L u f tsh -s a oper­ ate daily scheduled flights to nearby 1 isa. Trams operate directly between Pisa’s Galileo Galilei a.rpm and Florence’s Santa Maria Novello station.----------


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CHILDREN of Brook- side Primary School, Clitheroe, are expected to be safer users of the roads


from now on. A group of 22 Year 6


children successfully negotiated their cycling proficiency tests and received their certificates. They took part in four


mornings of tuition, led by volunteers, in the school playground. "The object is to make


• them safer when they use the roads," said head­ teacher Mr Graham


Claydon. Our picture shows Sean


Tilbury, Katie Nash and Fayzan Akhtar with their successful colleagues proudly showing their certificates. (C180701/5)


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