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the side of the golf course then through the fields back to Whalley concluded the evening.
excellent programme of songs and violin and banjo solos. They are called the Garage Band, not because they perform the modern garage music phenomenon, but because they rehearse in a garage owned by one of their members! Their performance fol
event, on July 12th, will leave villagers in no doubt about the kind of entertain ment on offer. The Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Swing Band will entertain and tickets are available from the post office or on the door.
lowed a candlelit meal. The next village hall
Group is holding a united service at Billington Baptist Church on Trinity Sunday, June 15th, at 6-30 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Service Whalley Christian Action
60 people in Whalley Village Hall on Saturday may have given the wrong impression by its name. The Garage Band gave an
Garage band A band which entertained
the fields to Wiswell and the climb up to Spring Wood, with clear views of the Bow- land Fells, Waddington Fell and Ingleborough. A pleasant amble down
Whalley Christian Action group enjoyed a sunny evening walk round Whalley, passing Shays Farm, the first meeting place of Whalley Methodists. Then it was on through
Action Group Some 23 members of the
Ferry back in action to mark a major -raising walk
by Vivien Meath
THE Hacking Ferry is to reopen for one day only as part of a major charity fund-raising initiative trac-
ing the fo o ts tep s of walkers in 1889. The ferry, Tolkien's inspiration for
the "Bucklebury Ferry" in Lord of the Rings, will be central to three spon sored walks varying in distance from nine miles to a challenging 28 miles with 3,500ft. of ascent. Beneficiaries will be Scouts and Guides
in the Ribble Valley and Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue. The wwd Lancashire Three Peaks Challenge is the brainchild of Whalley
businessman and Scout leader Mr Jon Smith. I t is a circular three loops walk encom
passing Pendle Hill, Longridge Fell and Whalley Nab with two alternative routes available for those who feel 28 miles is too much, or who wish to spend some time enjoying the magnificent landscape along the way.
An 18-mile route taking in Longridge
Fell and Whalley Nab is described as "not an easy option." The ascent from the Higher Hodder Bridge to the top of Spire Hill at the top of Longridge Fell climbs 1,000ft. over a distance of less than three miles. The nine-mile Hacking Ferry and
Whalley Nab circular route, is, according to Mr Smith, "a relatively easy nine miles with some stunning views of the Ribble Valley, Longridge Fell and Pendle Hill”. I t is, he says, suitable for families with walking experience.
Guides will be operating an all-day bar becue with refreshments. The entry fee includes a map, ferry crossing and free burger from the barbecue.
At the river crossing, Scouts and Much of the Valley's his tory is
entwined with the routes. Author Alfred Wainwright's "A Ribble Sketchbook" details many of the features to be seen along the way. Wainwright was a great lover of the Ribble Valley, and revisited it in 1980 with the publication of his sketchbook. His interests did not stop at walking, he founded the Blackburn Rovers Supporters Club in 1940. Long fascinated by maps and old
books, Mr Smith stumbled across an album compiled in 1900 by Spring Vale Ramblers of Darwen. The album, "Sights and Scenes in the Valley of the Ribble," contained wonderful photographs of his torical scenes in the Valley and, browsing through it, Mr Smith wondered whether
Hacking Ferry," he added. The ferry boat is now in Clitheroe Museum, but know ing how the English have a fascination with water and boats, he pondered the possibility of reinstating the ferry to
it would be possible to trace the footsteps of the walkers in 1889. "Another fascination of mine was the
incorporate the biggest organised walk in the area. ”1 hope th a t people will do this as a
family and that it might just renew inter est in the outdoors. We are blessed with a beautiful area. How many people take it for granted?
“If you ask locals if they have been to
Scouting, running the barbeque, the ferry and the checkpoints. Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue will assist and the Explorer Scouts, boys and girls over the age of 14, will be responsible for water safety. They will also be raising funds for their trip to Malta next year. ® Next week we will take a look at
some of the stories behind features along the route.
Spire Point and looked out towards the Isle of Man or stood on top of Whalley Nab, few would have done so. "We want to put on a good show of
READY TO WALK: Editor Vivien Meath prepares to get in some practice for the marathon t r e k - .'^'7; Come on, join me on the walk!
THE Whalley Three Peaks Chal lenge is just four weeks away. . I will be donning my hiking boots
and taking part in the 18-mile two peaks walk.
others, possibly lose a few pounds and raise a few more for what I con sider to be a worthwhile cause - the local Scout and Guide movement and Mountain Rescue. I was a Girl Guide, albeit more
By doing so, I hope to encourage
: than three decades ago, and spent 10 years in an organisation dedicated to helping, leading and developing young people. There was a shortage of leaders then, as now, but many gave their time tirelessly in a bid to
■ ensure that my generation acquired skills, friendships and gained a real respect and love of the great out doors. I t stood me in good stead, as it has thousands of others.
Come and join me on Sunday,
July 13th. There are three routes available and i t promises to be a memorable day out - certainly for me! If you are unable to take part, but
share my g rat itu d e for all th a t Scouting and Guiding has to offer, I would appreciate your sponsorship -
it would certainly help to urge me onl
or by e-mail:
vivien.meath@east-'
lancsnews.co.uk . Details of the event are available from the front office at the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times, as well as Whalley Warm and Dry, King Street, Whalley.
. Vivien Meath, , Editor
Contact me at the Clitheroe office ;
CJOCJOXD LANCASHIRE 3 PEAKS; CHALLENGE
Cyclist (54) died while out on ride
A CYCLIST collapsed and died while on a Sunday afternoon ride. Paramedics could do
nothing to help Mr Frank Brookes (54), of Wadding ton, who was in the Gis- bum Forest at Stocks Beck when he collapsed. He leaves his widow and
three step-children. The funeral of Mr
Brookes takes place on Monday. There is a service a t
Waddington Methodist Church, to be followed by cremation at Accrington. There are family flowers only, bu t donations are
invited to the Clitheroe Heart Machine Fund in memory of Mr Brookes.
£822 raised
GIVING for Christian Aid week in Clitheroe reached £822. The amount, from a house-to-house collection, included one single dona tion of £100.
Nicholson, vicar of St Paul’s, Low Moor, thank ing people for their support added: “Collectors general ly got a good reception when they called for the Christian Aid envelope.”
The Rev. Rodney Diabetes talk
MEMBERS of the Ribble Valley Diabetes Support Group listened on Monday to a talk by Mr John Firth, diabetes specialist nurse at Blackburn Royal In f ir mary. He spoke on coping with
diabetes while ill or on holi day. Vice-chairman Mr Derek Burrows presided and thanked the speaker.
Ramblers rub
A BRIGHT and clear day greeted 16 members of Clitheroe Ramblers on their walk from Slaidburn. An early surprise was
encountered on Wadding ton Fell in the shape of a large-eyed llama standing contentedly at the roadside surveying
passing
motorists with an unblink ing stare.
park, the party, led by Robert Morpeth, headed north-west across Tenter Hill to Myttons, along Wood House Lane and up on to Dunsop Fell. At
From the Slaidburn car
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Town Mayor wil up flag festival
A MEETING will be held to dis posed formation of a Clitheroe Committee. The public meeting will be un
Steve is the star of the Belfry show
By EDWARD LEE______________________
STEVE DEAN was the star of the show when Clitheroe GC captain Paul Marlowe took a party of 32 golfers to the famous Belfry course for the weekend. Driving the difficult 10th green on the Brabazon course is no mean feat, and the 32
ly make the trip. Sunday’s stableford was won by David
goflers lost 81 balls between them in an effort to achieve it. And Dean was the only player to successful
Rhodes, Coupe, Steve Turner and Peter Whit taker. The captain was again among the prizes, being a member of the team finishing second and winning the golf quiz on the way home.
Coupe and Nick Tomlinson, edging out the captain and David Heesom, who in turn beat Ken Lord and Richard Read on the cards. . Monday’s team event was a triumph for Jim
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off his nine handicap, and Andrew Heeson had a creditable 68 off his 12 handicap to finish fourth in Division One.
and Ted Speak (75-8-67). Geoff Roberts (84-14-70) topped Division
In between them came Tom Poole (73-7-66)
Two after a card play-off with Som Gude (85- 15-70), with John Willis (86-15-71) third and Alf England (85-13-72) in fourth place. And Roger Hargreaves (96-24-72) topped
Scratch Shield was contested at Rossendale on Saturday.
Division Three. Clitheroe were well-placed when the ELGA
third in the nett. Mytton Fold had their best result to date in
They finished fifth in the gross event and
the event, finishing fourth in the nett team category from the 23 clubs who entered teams
Roger Altham (73) and Paul Barrett (74) combined to score a team total of 290, eight shots behind the winners, Nelson Golf Club. Also on Saturday, Mytton Fold held the
Sam Punchard (71), Ray Standring (72),
Founder Captain’s Trophy Competition. Alan Strange emerged as winner with 44 points ahead of Jim Chambers (42).
Division One was topped by Jake Chadwick
(40) and Simon Pilbin (39); David Astin (42) won Division Two by two points from Barry Black, and Division Three was won by John
action in the Dunham Forest Trophy, away to Brookdale GC who emerged as winners by 5-2, although four of the lost matches were by a 2 and 1 margin. Special mention must go to Junior Captain, Nick Pearson, making his first appearance for the team, who won his match by 3 and 2, and professional Alex Twist who beat Tony Capello, the 2000 Manchester
points behind on 41. Runner-up in the First Division was Stuart
Dawson (38), while the respective Second Division position went to M. Crabtree (40). Agnes Seery took the Ladies’ LGU Medal
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while Marion Miller (96-24-72) came home in third spot.
action in the Trendline Trophy. D Ingham (41) emerged as the winner
Stonyhurst Parle GC members were in
ahead of B. Lester (39) and N. Fitton (38). The longest drive prize went to A. Young
with B. Lester winning the nearest-the-pin prize.
And the ladies’ prizes went to Alison Hodg- T*^b T(3^*n^a Ashworth■
(37) and Wendy
Long drive and nearest the pin prizes were won by A. Hodgson and M. Duckett.
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ley GC after totalling 44 points. Second-placed Keith Shipston finished three
Kwasnewski (40) by one point from Graham Plant. On Sunday, the scratch team were again in
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Saturday Medal at Clitheroe. Andrew Bennie was on fire with a nett 62
Junior members figured prominently in the
manship of the town mayor, Knight, and will be held at Clii Hall, Church Street, on June 23rd The committee would co-ordin
and manufacture of decorative fla throughout the town on special o would be of particular interest to flair for design and handicrafts. For further information please
clerk Mr John Wells, on 01200 42- 9 a. m. and 1 p. m.
Saturday Club re
A CLUB for children aged four to been running for the last 10 Clitheroe, is back in business. The Saturday Club is now open
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Tr offering activities from arts and cr:
castles, discos, obstacle courses, sj drama and music.
The OFSTED-registered cl
awarded money from the New Fund to provide care for the childr
parents or parents who just need thing for their offspring to do.
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Professional Strokeplay Champion, also by 3 &nd &i. Tim Stanley won the Stableford at Whal
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