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Versatile musician Eilish to combine her hobbies in her future career


And it is this split second which leaves


TALENT is a word which has often puz­ zled me.


. I t is something we are all bom with, how­


ever invisible it might seem. These talents could be anything ranging


from the ability to roll your tongue to becom­ ing the fastest Olympic runner in Great


Britain. But it is up to each individual to use their


talent for success in return. I plan to use my musical talent in the


future. I t is something I’m good at and per­ sonally I don’t see the point in pursuing something your not good at. I play several different instruments


because it is something I have always wanted ■ to do and each Christmas I would decide I needed a new challenge and pop a different


“toy” on my list. And that is all it is - a “toy” - something


to amuse you and play with. What sounds more fun than bashing the


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THE latest in our series of articles by work experience students here at the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times is writ­ ten by Eilish McGeehan (pictured). A talented and versatile musician, Eil­


ish (14) lives in Clitheroe and is a Year 10 pupil at St Augustine’s RC High School, inBiliington.


Currently studying for her GCSEs, she hopes eventually to become a full-,


’ time journalist incorporating her love of ; music and languages in her work.


life out of a drum kit when you are stressed? Then there is the performing side. Nothing


in the whole world could give you that feel­ ing you get on stage, all those eyes glaring like you are a performing monkey, the world resting on your shoulders and for a split sec­ ond that rush of sickness and excitement.


your cheeks flushed with satisfaction. I cannot imagine a more rewarding job than that which leaves you so ovenvhelmed


with little effort. But everything has its pros and cons and


with music I guess it is the more theoretical side of things. For example, scales, which can be rather tedious. However, I think music is a lot like learn­


ing a new language. Without the basic rules you would not be able to develop your under­


standing.' Many musicians are inspired by famous


artists. I don’t have a particular inspiration, but I really respect women wbo write and play tbeir own music. Girl guitarists or drummers, in particukr,


are not really that common in today’s music business. I suppose that was another reason why I was so determined to learn both


instruments.


School’s hopes for green to building plans


by Vivien Meath


TEACHERS, pupils and staff at a Clitheroe high school are hop­ ing that planners tvill look kindly on a scheme to make physical education more user-friendly. Ribblesdale High School Technol­


ogy College has had plans for a new sports pavilion deferred by Lan­ cashire County Council planners three times. This month, the scheme, which


incorporates changing rooms, show­ ers and toilets at the site, off Lang- shaw Drive, goes back for a decision. If the pavilion goes ahead, then


not only will the 1,300 pupils at the Queens Road school, be able to change into and out of their sportswear on the site, but the facili­ ties will also be made available to the wider community. Currently, children at the school


have to make their way to and from the facility, often in poor weather conditions, in sportswear. With three football pitches and


Astro turf, the site is the envy of many other schools in the county, but


due to the extremely limited chang­ ing rooms, it is currently underused. Headteacher Ms Glynne Ward


says that, given the Government's concern about child obesity and health issues, the planned pavilion, the design of which she described as "innovative", should make sense. The pavilion will help the school


ensure that all pupils receive two hours of sport a week, complying with the Government's Learning through Physical Education and Sport initiative. Instead, it has been deferred by


planners due, in part, to arguments put forward by local residents and Liberal Democrat County Coun. Stephen Sutcliffe. She accepts that concern has been


voiced by people living near the play­ ing fields with regards to misuse, but says that everything possible is being done to ensure that the facility is made secure and that the proposed new.pa-vilion is as visually unobtru­ sive as possible. The building, which will feature


green profiled steel cladding to. the walls and roof, has one floor built into the hillside and one floor which


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PRIME cattle vendors had a superb day at Gisburn Auction M a r t’s Christmas Show last Thursday. A to ta l of 51 heifers averaged


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on, a Belgian Blue heifer, selling at at 340p/kg to realise £1,921. I t was sold by P. Watson, of Hellifield to G. & K. Mitchell & Son Butchers, of Black­


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pool. This 18-month-old heifer was pur­


chased by Mr Watson earlier in the year at a sale of store cattle at Gis­ burn Auction Mart. Next best was the reserve champi­


on, a Belgian Blue steer at £1,063, from E. M. Townley and Son, of Clapham, Lancaster, which sold to Northern Meats The pre-sale show was sponsored


by P.M. & M. Chartered Accoun­ tants, Blackburn. Averages: Premium Bulls:


124.6p/kg; Premium Steers: 135.4p/kg; Premium Heifers 141.6p/kg. Auctioneers: Richard Turner & Son. Pictured is the champion Belgian


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is accessible from the all-weather courts the building serves. There will be disabled access and


the building will be screened. High ball-stop fencing is already in situ on the east elevation at a height of 3.6


metres. Planning officials say that adja­


cent buildings will not be overlooked. There will be a door and window fac­ ing the rear of the properties' on Langshaw Drive, the window which is to the staff changing room, will have obscure glazing. When the building is not in use, roller shutters will close and protect it. Ms Ward says that the school has


problems regarding changing facili­ ties and, as a consequence, delivering the curriculum. The latest Ofsted report comment­


ed on the lack of changing for boys in particular, and the suitability assess­ ment noted that the current chang­ ing facilities were too small. County Coun. Sutcliffe said this


week that he was unable to attend the last planning meeting at County Hall, but residents themselves spoke against it and, as a result, the matter was deferred.


"I sympathise with the school that


it needs this facility," said County Coun. Sutcliffe, adding that flexibili­ ty was needed. He said that the proposed building


was of an unconventional design, similar to a nissan hut with a curved roof and built into the existing fence around the all-weather pitch, he said problems had already been experi­ enced on the field via unauthorised access. "The fence is frequently climbed by


youngsters on the site. If they can climb the fence they can get to the building. “I think they ■will use it as a slide.


It is metal clad and will be noisy if it is bashed. It will also be vulnerable to spray paint and graffiti." Saying that he believed nearby res­


idents had some serious issues, he added that the building, if pven the go-ahead, would be too close to one pair of semi-detached bungalows and would impinge on their amenity. The school, he said, had been


asked to consider how. i t might address the issues raised and he was due to meet with the chairman of the governors. Dr John Saunders.


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■ANDERTON Bosonnet are pleased ■ tooffe^forsaIe- Merchant House, Water Street, Ribchester at the asking price of £297,000.' Tread the footsteps of the Romans and enjoy the good life in this delightful ancient ■village beautifully sited by the River Ribble. Ideally located for the major local towns, proximity to the M6/M65 is also very handy. Steeped in history this eclectically refreshing : ^ substantial stone property offers excellent family living and


H 2 HARRISON Terrace, Grindicton is offered for sale at -


comprises (1640 sq.ft/152 sq.m approx) hall, living room, dining room, breakfast kitchen, utility, three large bedrooms, bathroom. To the rear is off road parking - and a compact but enthralling patio garden. Make sure you


' the asking price of offers around, £169,000 by MSW Hcwet.sons. A delightful stone built village cottage. Situated in centre of this ever popular village location, the property has been maintained and improved by the current owner to provide quality living with a minimum of maintenance. Within easy reach of the village centre and amenities of Clitheroe. Briefly comprising: Dining kitchen, sitting room.


FF: Landing, 2 bedrooms, house bathroom. To the front of the property has an easily maintainable cobbled court yard with access to Main Street and the external store, to the rear of the property is a small pathway.


■ MORTIMERS are pleased to offer for sale 26 Pasturelands Drive, Billington for the asking price of £194,950. An excellent semi detached dormer bungalow with 3/4 bedroomed family accommodation. Formal garden areas to front and rear, single garage, splendid rear views towards Stony hurst and Longridge Fell. The property benefits from gas central heating and uP'VC double glazing. Delightfully situated on this


Ideal home for a couple 32 CHAIGLEY COURT, CHAIGLEY, Price: £225,000


THE featured property this week is set in a pleas­ ant countryside location, yet this mews-style home within a popular courtyard development is neverthe­ less within easy reach of Clitheroe and Whalley by car.


The development was


converted from a 390 ft stone barn - thought to be the longest in England - in 1995/96. The construction was made in keeping with the nearby small hamlet of Chaigley, which has won awards in the Best-Kept Village Competition in the past. The hamlet lies in the heart of the countryside close to the River Hodder and is the perfect location for walking and other coun­ try pursuits. It is an ideal house for downsizers or couples, with


well-presented accommo­ dation comprising a vestibule leading to a din­ ing kitchen with oak fin­ ished, fitted wall and base units, roll top work sur­ faces, ceramic tile splash­ backs and concealed work­ top lighting. There is an integrated split level Zanussi four-ring ceramic hob with overhead extrac­ tor canopy, electric fan assisted double oven, a larder fridge and plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine. The inner hall has an


enclosed staircase to first floor and panelled door leading to the lounge which has an imposing fireplace with a rustic brick sur­ round and flagged hearth together with multi fuel stove. It also features two double glazed windows.


part glazed external door with matching side window, each of which benefit from covered lights, and two electric storage heaters. The first floor landing


has a Velux roof light in vaulted recess providing light with panelled doors leading to the master bed­ room with built-in wardrobes offering ample storage space, airing cup­ board with hot water cylin­ der, Velux roof light and two electric storage heaters. The inner hall leads to study/dressing room, pro­ viding an eminently flexible space, the three-piece en- suite in white with chromed fittings features a panelled bath with jet sprays and antique style mixer tap and shower attachment. The second bedroom has


pleasant distant views towards Kemple End, elec­ tric storage heater and en- suite with hand basin, low flush wc, Daryl walk-in


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' popular residential development conveniently, located being with­ in easy access of Whalley, Clitheroe and Blackburn town centre and is ideally suited to the business person being within easy travelling distance of the M6, M65 motorway networks.


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S4:hertons Page 44


JVlortiiriers Page 45


double shower compart­ ment and part ceramic tiled walls. There are gardens at the


front and side of the prop­ erty enclosed by natural stone walls. The landscap­


property online: click on to WWW.clilheroetoday.co.uk; .- ■■ .


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ing is clearly maintenance friendly, designed with flag pathways and low planted borders. A small 'Tarma­ cadam forecourt leads to an integral single car garage.


To arrange a viewing or


for more information con­ tact'Anderton Bosonnet, 31 King Street, Clitheroe, tel. 01200 428691 or via the website: www.anderton- hosonnet.co.uk


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