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Be aware of nesting


birdlife THE RSPB Birds of Bow- land project is asking people out and about in the Forest of Bowland to take care to avoid disturbing breeding birds. This time of year is crucial


for ground-nesting wading birds such as lapwings, curlews, redshanks and snipe. Nests and chicks are easi­


ly disturbed by people and especially by dogs running free. Special signs asking for


the co-operation of walkers are being put up on foot­ paths across Bowland. The initiative is being


funded by the RSPB, Unit­ ed Utilities, Lancashire County Council and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beau­ ty (AONB) partnership. "We are asking people to


please keep to footpaths and put their dogs on lead as they enjoy their walk," said Gary Woodburn, RSPB wader project officer. "Many birds have suffered


alarming declines in recent years. “Everyone who uses the countryside needs to make


sure that birds are not dis­ turbed and that action can be something as simple as ensuring dogs are kept on their leads. These birds are fascinating to watch and, if left undisturbed, will only


add to your experience of Bowland." Pictured is local farmer Simon Stott, of Laund Farm, Chipping, putting up one of the signs alerting countryside users to the ground-nesting birds, (s)


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Night out boosts village hall fund


by Robbie Robinson


A CHEESE and ivine evening by villagers has raised funds for the new Gisburn Festival Hall. The event was held at the White


Bull Hotel, Gisburn, with kind permission of the proprietors, Ralph McCarthy and Kath Bache. Byrnes of Clitheroe provided a


selection of wines. Dairy Farmers of Britain kindly donated Somer­ set Brie and Thames Creamery


provided a selection of cheeses. The evening began with Andrew


Robinson winning a gallon bottle of whisky, which he then donated to the auction and which later raised £105. More than 70 prizes were


arranged on the tombola stall and Trudi Wrathall won the first prize


■ in the draw, a large food hamper. Frank Wrathall and auctioneer


Rachel Capstick started off the 28-lot auction with lots ranging from a cuddly toy, donated by The Little Red Party Box, to a day trip


Clampdown on illegal parkers


MOTORISTS who park illegally or stay too long in restricted parking zones could find themselves facing a fine or even having their vehicle towed away. The warning comes after a recent spell of


complaints to the police from traders and residents voicing their concerns over the amount of cars parked all day outside their homes and shops. Particular areas in Clitheroe have been


targeted including Bremiand Street, Moor Lane, Church Brow and Lowergate. But in the run-up to the summer, officers


will step up patrols in the worst affected areas and \rill tackle the drivers who ignore the rules.


Insp. Bob Ford, of Clitheroe police,


stressed that officers may have to adopt a “ticket and tow it away” policy if neces­ sary.


He also emphasised that once a car was


towed-away it wwould cost the driver £105 to get in back.


Group hears of new sport


MEMBERS of Ribble Valley Visually Impaired Group enjoyed a short talk by Ribble Valley Borough Council Disabled Sports Officer, Mr Peter Fletcher. He outlined sports opportunities avail­


able and invited the 18 members present, plus the rest of the group, to an Open Events Day at Roefield where a new sport, namely new age curling, which is curling without the ice, will be available.


in a Bentley, donated by Tom Fry­ ers of Wheatley Farm. Bidding went to £180 tor the top prize which was a meal for four people] with ingredients, cooked by ama­ teur gourmet chef Giles Bridge. The evening's activities raised a


total of £3*500. Organisers Jackie Robinson and


Rebecca Sutcliffe said that they were thrilled with the response from local businesses which donat­ ed items for the evening and would like to thank everyone who helped with the event.


Experts on hand to lead moorland walk


EXPERTS from the RSPB, United Utilities and English Nature will lead a series of moorland safaris in the Trough of Bowland on Saturday and on Wednesday May 19th. There are a few more places


available. Those taking part ivill be on


the lookout for birds such as' ring ouzels, whinchats, curlews, and hopefully, Bowland's aerial superstars, the hen harriers. RSPB conservation officer


Pete Wilson said:" With luck, walkers may be able to catch a glimpse of the rare hen harrier, a bird that has its English


breeding stronghold in Bow­ land."


There will be a charge of £5


and all profits go to benefit Bowland schools in their envi­ ronmental work. Booking is essential and


should be made by ringing the RSPB's Anna Sugrue between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Fri­ day on 01484 868403 (e-mail aima.sugrue@rspb.org.uk). The walk starts at 9-30 a.m.,


lasts four to five hours and cov­ ers steep, hilly terrain, so a rea­ sonable degree of fitness is required. Further details will be sent on booking.


Football club is target


EIGHT football shirts, a large quantity of football badges and a designer top, were just some of the items stolen during a break- in at Clitheroe Football Club. Thieves struck the club, on


Shawbridge Street, between Sun­ day evening and Monday morn­ ing and made off with the items valued at £365 in total. But this was not the end of the


incident, as the burglars then targeted a store room in the club and stole more sports equip­ ment, worth £300. Among the items taken was a designer sports bag, two pairs of football boots and some shin pads. Anyone with information can


contact Clitheroe police on 01200 443344, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.


Disorder charge group in court


EIGHT men have made a sec­ ond appearance before Black­ burn magistrates charged with violent disorder following an incident in the Talbot public house. Chipping, in December. Martin Hayhurst (20) and


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Car boot sales traffic warning


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Ciitherbe'Advertiser & Times, April 29th; 2004 ' B Vicar’s poignant thank-you visit by Duncan Smith


A REMARKABLE woman who founded the first Aids care -village for children and adults in South Africa has made a special visit to the Ribble Valley to say “thank


you. The Rev. Corine McClintock, the


founder of the Sparrows Ministries Hospice, attended a Sunday morning service at St James’ Church, Clitheroe, where she thanked the con­ gregation for the generous donation they previously gave. It enabled a chapel to be built in Johannesburg, named St James’ Chapel. She also ■visited Waddington and


West Bradford Primary School to per­ sonally thank the staff and children for the donations the children collect­ ed from various fund-raising events. The school made it their charity pro­ ject for the year. In 2001, the plight of


children suffering from Ads in South Arica was particularly highlighted in the Ribble Valley. FoUoTving an article in this newspaper, former Clitheroe residents Mrs Valerie Carter and her husband. Jack, living in South Arica, read about Mr and Mrs John and Rosemary Lancaster buying an aero­ plane for MAF in Nairobi and about their work with an Ads orphanage in Johannesburg. The foundation sup­ ports the orphanage in partnership with the Sal-vation Army. Mrs Carter invited the Lancasters


to -visit the site of the Sparrow Rain­ bow Village project on their next trip to the country and, -via the Lancaster Foundation, they have become major supporters of the "Sparows" project. Among the voluntary staff at the hos­ pice are three former Clitheroe fami­ lies who have settled in South Arica. Corine (65), has dedicated herself to


serve the suffering. In 1992 she opened her modest family bungalow in down­


Police advice after £5,000 in


tack is stolen SADDLES valued at £5,000 have been stolen from a farm in Rimington. Following the theft, police are offering


people in the equestrian world the opportunity to mark saddles. This often leads to recovery of the


stolen goods and the arrest of the cul­ prit. The theft occurred some time between


7 p.m. on the evening of last Tuesday and 6 a.m. the following morning. Thieves forced their way into a build­


ing in the farm and made off with two children’s saddles and five adult saddles. Insp. Bob Ford, of Clitheroe police,


said: “People living in remote rural areas should make sure gates and drive­ ways are locked to stop vehicles being driven in close - ready for a quick get­ away. “Also they should keep an eye out for


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touching the hearts of individuals, in particular John and Rosemary Lan­ caster.” She also expressed her gratitude to


Ultraframe staff, who have adopted a small boy. He is now able to attend school,


because he is receiving life-saving treatment. She has been excited by her -visit,


which is also her first holiday for 10 years.


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MORE than £400 was raised for Clitheroe Young Farmers through a recent muck haul event. Members disposed of around


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