.12 Clilheroe Advertisers Times, November 11th,’2004 Warm welcome to winter fair


A WINTER, fair has been organised by Hyndburn and Ribble Valley Council for Volun­ tary Service, Small Groups Pro­ ject and Volunteer Project. The event, on Thursday,


November 18th at the United Reformed Church, will feature Christmas gifts and cards, a raf­


fle and bric-a-brac, games and refreshments. The fair tvill also give people


the chance to find out more about the voluntary and com­ munity groups working in the Ribble Valley. The fair is between 10 a.m. to


2 p.m.


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Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Biiriiley'422331 (Classing Farmer denies offence by Court Reporter


A FARMER suspected of drink-driving refused to open his door to a police offi­ cer and said his son had been using the Mercedes car that had been abandoned in the


farm yard. Blackburn magistrates heard


that by the time police got into the Sawley farmhouse, John Peter Barnes had left the prop­ erty. But in the course of searching


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Laith Farm, Sawley, pleaded guilty to possessing a shot^n without a certificate and resist­


ing a police officer. He was given a conditional


discharge for 12 months and fined £150 with £65 costs. Miss Claire Fanning (prose­


cuting) said the Mercedes was seen in the early hours travelling at speed on the A59. A police officer gave chase with his lights flashing and the Mercedes accel­ erated to 70 m.p.h. before turn­ ing down a lane leading to the


farm. As the officer pulled into the


yard he saw Barnes running to the farmhouse. The officer gave chase and banged on the door, but got no response. When the


officer examined the Mercedes there was a strong smell of alco­ hol and he called for assistance. Miss Fanning said that when


other officers arrived Barnes opened a bedroom window and demanded to know what they wanted. He was told he was sus­ pected of drink-driving, but said it was his son who was using the car and he was “long gone.” He was warned th a t the


police would force entry if he did not let them in, but when the police did eventually force the door Barnes was nowhere to be


found. Mr Michael Blacklidge


(defending) said his client did not accept “for one moment” that he had been driving along


the A59 and then along the farm track. He accepts the gun wash the cabinet, but not that it was


unlocked,” said Mr Blacklidge. He said the foot and mouth


epideniic had hit Barnes’ farm and this had been a significant


factor in the breakdown of his marriage of 17 years. There was an acrimonious


divorce and the police were called tp his home on a couple of occasions,” said Mr Blacklidge who said the gun belonged to Barnes’ son, Richard, who had been given it by his late grand­ father.


The magistrates ruled that the weapon could be returned


once a certificate had been obtained.


Celebrating a clean sweep in annual event


THE village of Hurst Green in the Ribble Valley is cele­ brating a double success in this year’s Lancashire Best Kept Village competition. Residents, some of whom


are pictured in the photo­ graph on the right, can be


proud of their achievements as both the bowling green and the war memorial came out top in their sections. Chairman of Lancashire


County Developments Ltd, County Coun. Niki Penney, called at the war memorial to


congratulate residents. She said: ”Our villages are an important tourist attraction as well as being home to many Lancashire residents. “Keeping them looking


their best is important and the Lancashire Best Kept Village


competition recognises the | effort put in by local people. ’’Hurs t Green has done!


exceptionally well to take two of the prizes this year, and I am sure that local people are | justly proud of this achieve­ ment.”


Olympic medal President of Bashall Eaves WI Mrs J. Spurgeon welcomed members, husbands and friends to the 62nd birthday party held in the village hall.


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Mrs Sheila Ferguson for providing an excellent supper and for their donation of cutlery to the village hall. ■


Guest speaker was Mr Ian Peel, who spoke of his shooting exp^ riences. He told his audience he compet­ ed in the Olympic Games clay pigeon shooting. Over the years he has vvon many medals, which were handed round and remarks made on how heavy they were. Thanks were expressed by Mrs Spurgeon.


Young farmers On Monday night members of Bolton- by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Club enjoyed an interest­ ing and amusing talk on the “Gamekeepers Calendar” and the history of gamekeep­ ing. Thanks were expressed by Hannah Norman.


Next week’s meeting will be a visit to Rufus Carr in Clitheroe, members wishing to attend should meet in the village at 7-15 p.m. or at Rufus Carr at 7-30 p.m.


Members were informed that a Christmas dinner will be held at the Post House Hotel, in December and names were taken for the opera in February.


A buffet supper was served by members and enjoyed by all.


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THE Ribble Valley took the honours in the hamlet section of this year’s Lancashire Best Kept Village competition. Top hamlet was Harrop Fold with neigh­


bouring Walker Fold ta to g the runner-up slot. Coun. Penney visited both hamlets to


congratulate local people on their success. She said: "The delightful villages and


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PICTURED from the left are County Coun. Niki Penney, along with delighted Hurst Green villagers Ronald Hayhurst, Emma Leyland and Mark Leyland. (s)


Tory dinner There were 82 mem­ bers and friends at the annual dinner of Ribble Valley Con­ servative Associa­ tion, Bolton-by-Bow- land branch, held in the village hall.


Guest speaker was Coun. Alf Doran, of Formby, who repre­ sents Sefton, and local MP Mr Nigel Evans was also a guest. Coun. Doran spoke about Mr Evans’s great loyalty to the Conservative Party and described Liverpool and the recent changes. He also told his audience about his career as a policeman until 1994.


CHATBURN


Outreach . The Citizens’ Advice Bureau, Outreach session vvill take place in Chatburn Methodist Church next Thursday from 2 to 3-30 p.m.


Spooky surprise On Hallowe’en night, children were sur­ prised to find four witches sat in the gloom when they entered Manor House Residential Home, Chatburn. Spooky music played while the witches gave out sweets, money and cakes. The residents had previously decorated


iced buns with choco­ late and toffee insects in readiness for the


trick or treaters. Everyone enjoyed the tun.


Bonfire Night The residents and friends of Manor House, Chatburn, thoroughly enjoyed their firework display


In his speech Mr Evans said he hoped the Conservatives would gain more ground in the future and that people need­ ed more honesty in politics.


on Friday. Black peas, parkin and treacle toffee were served to round off an enjoyable evening.


CHIPPING


Thanks were expressed by vice-chairman Mr Eric Walmsley.


A bottle of whisky donated by Mr Michael Howard was auctioned raising £250 for party funds.


Winners of a raffle which raised £200, were: Mrs Joan Cradock, Mrs Pat Morgan, Mrs Isobel Smith, Mrs Yvette Livesey, Mr Sam Brown, Mrs Janet Mason, Mrs Marion Boreham.


CAB session ■


The Citizens’ Advice Bureau, Outreach session \vill take place in Chipping Village Hall on Monday from 1 to 3 p.m.


History society The next meeting of Chipping Local His­


tory Society is on Tuesday in St Mary’s Community Centre. From 7 to 7-30 p.m. children from St Mary’s RC Primary School will present


Thanks were expre^ed by Mr Martyn Bish­ op to Mr Cliff and


their research into thelifeof MrT.Tim-


brell. At 7-45 p.m. Mrs Jenny Bradley


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from all over the Rib­ ble Valley, including singers, guitarists and a saxophonist. The event takes place next Friday, Novem­ ber 19th, Children in Need night, with pro­ ceeds being split between that charity and Alder Hey Hos­ pital. The event will be held in Ribchester Sports and Social Club, starting at 7-30 p.m., with tickets costing £5 each avail­ able from the club (01254 878234).


i S Dee ‘grows’ £400 for hospice


THE final total raised by a charity plant sale, held in aid of the Rossendale Hospice was a magnificent £400.


It is hoped to hold a similar sale next spring with pots of daffodils and tulips, jars of mar­


The sale was organised by Mrs Dee Bottoms and held at her home in Whalley Road, Read, to say thank you for all the support given by the hospice following an illness.


Membership, enrol­ ment or renewal is £7 per annum and new members are wel­ come.


will present the Slaid- burn farm study.


Dominoes: Mr Caddie, Mr Lowe, P. Metcalf, E. Fox, M. Anderton, E. Nowell and Mrs Nowell.


Shopping trip Chipping Welfare Committee is organ­ ising an evening Christmas shopping trip to Preston on November 24th. All residents of Chip­ ping, Thornley, Lea- gram, Little Bowland and Chaigleyaged60 and over are eligible to attend with part­ ners. Anyone not eli­ gible can go along providing there is room on the coach. The coach will leave Chipping bus stop at 5 p.m. returning at 8- 30 p.m. for soup and sandwiches at the Cobbled Corner.


Our picture shows Mrs Bottoms {front right) with Mrs Joan Hargreaves, Mrs Norma Wilkinson and Mrs Rosemary Grimshaw.


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Raffle: H. Moon, Mrs Fox, T. Wells, H. Alpe and G. Cap- stick.


Youth club Hodder Youth Club organised a Hal­ lowe’en disco for members and friends. Proceeds were donat­ ed to HAPPA, the Horses and Pony Protection Associa­ tion based in Burn­


Fancy dress winners were Helen Hartley and Matthew Alpe.


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Those wishing to attend please put their names on the list in the post office or telephone Mr Martin and Mrs Bar­ bara Butters on 01995 61586.


DUNSOP BRIDGE


Tricks and spots Members of Dunsop Bridge WI held their annual whist and domino drive which was a great success. A pie and peas sup­ per was made and served by members.


Whist winners were: Ladies - Mrs Edmondson, Miss Jeffs, Mrs Roper and Mrs Canniston. Gents - Mr, Green, Mr Golden, Mrs Eastham and Mr Moon.


Website Grindleton’s website, www.grindleton.org,


has been up and run­ ning for a couple of years now and some of the authors have moved on. The parish council is keen to help keep this resource alive, and anyone who would like to be an author for one of the pages can contact Carolyn Doherty on 01200 441105. All you need is a computer with internet access - no specialist training is required.


went down a treat. Thanks to Shackle- ton’s, Phil Wilkinson, Graham Taylor, our bontire builders and those who made sweets and cakes to sell. Check out the Grindleton website, www.grindleton.org, for future events.


Joint service A service of Remem­ brance will be held at St Ambrose Church, Grindleton,' on Sun­ day at 9-30 a.m.


This will be a joint ser­ vice with members of the Methodist church and the preacher will be Mr Mark Sleet.


Waste paper The usual waste paper collection will take place in Grindleton today.


cessed down to the War Memorial in time for the Last Post at 11 a.m. The vari­ ous village organisa­ tions, including the Mothers’ Union, the ■t\'omen’s Institute, the bowling club and the primary school, will be represented in the parade, along with the veterans and the Combined Cadet Force from Stony- hurst College, with the college's concert band leading the music.


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WI meeting The November meet­ ing of the WI takes place on Thursday, November 25th at 7- 30 p.m. The AGM will be held, but members will also have the chance to hear two of their number talk about "Tea at the Palace".


until they have seen what will be on offer at the church's popu­ lar annual Christmas Fair.


Orders are already being taken for home-made Christ­ mas wreaths, costing £5, which will be on sale at the fair, taking place this year on Saturday, December nth, in the Village Hall. Also on sale will be willow hearts and stars. The popular linen and Christmas pudding stalls are


rejoined this year by the second-hand jew­ ellery stall. Father Christmas will find time to make his annual appearance, visiting between noon and 1 p.m.


The fair itself runs from 11-30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with lunches available. For further information, or to order Christmas dec­ orations, contact Mrs Gill McDonnell


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On song The recent perfor­ mance by the Great Harwood Male Choir in the Village Hall raised £375 for the Village Hall fund.


Christmas Fair The decorations are in the shops and thoughts may be turning to Christ­ mas, but the parish­ ioners of St John's Church in Hurst Green are hoping that keen shoppers will delay some of their preparations


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HURST GREEN


Bontire thanks Grindleton Recreation Ground Charity would like to thank everyone who sup­ ported the Bonfire Night. I t was a tremendous success. The fireworks were again outstanding and the hot food


Quiz night' A general knowledge quiz is being held tonight in the Bayley Arms to raise money for Hurst Green Cricket and Football Clubs. Starting at 8 p.m., entry costs £2 per person, to include supper.


Remembrance


The annual Remem­ brance Day Service takes place on Sun­ day. As in previous years, the parade will leave from the Village Hall car park at 10- 45 a.m. so that every­ one will have pro­


Holloway night Fans of Stanley Hol­ loway will enjoy a Cosmotheka produc­ tion coming soon to Hurst Green Village Hall. “The Story of Stanley Holloway: the Man, the Music, the Monologues”, with Dave Sealey in the title role, takes place on Thursday, November 18th, at 7- 30 p.m. Tickets cost £4 and are available either from Kath Molyneux (01254 826851) or on the door. The production is sponsored by Spot On Rural Touring Productions.


Newsletter The latest edition of Hurst Green's own quarterly newsletter, “Round the Green”, will he landing on doormats in the next week.


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