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Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, December 15th, 2005 19 Letters to the Editor Write to: The Editor, Clillieroe Advertiser and Times, 3 King Street, Clitheroe IiH72EW Editorial e-mail: Yivien.mcath@eastlancsnews.co.uk We need peace in our twilight years


FURTHER to recent letters and articles in the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times regarding a campaign by a few Whalley mothers who are intent on gaining improved play facilities for children in the village and their intention to place them on Proctor’s Field. I speak on behalf of the residents


sion that we are “killjoys”, far from it. As a qualified nurse, midwife and health visitor, I spent most of my working life with children. I take my grandchildren on to the park and believe me, there is no sound nicer than to hear children playing appro­ priately on the field. However, that is not where it ends. We are regularly subjected to the uncouth, raucous, foul-mouthed


We need a


nice cinema I HAVE read with interest your paper in recent months about the various activities concerning ven- tmes in Clitheroe. We have the Lancaster


Foundation busy renovat­ ing The Grand into a cen­ tre for the performing arts, the Castle has “Keepers of the Castle” fund-raising with help from the Lottery, the skate park is underway (not before time) with £400,000 funding, a maze is planned in the Castle grounds and Clitheroe now has a new radio station due to the very hard work put in by volunteers, and then we come to the cinema or lack of it. I will illuminate on the


subject. During the sum­ mer, we took two of our grandchildren to see “Madagascar” a t St Mary’s Cinema. We duly purchased sweets, popcorn and soft drinks and pro­ gressed into the cinema. What a shock! All there were were rows of very uncomfortable seats, bare boards, a screen and cur­ tains at the windows. This was Clitheroe cinema. In the autumn we


attended a meeting in the parish hall requested by the group running the cinema to discuss its future as attendance was low (10 patrons on some nights). When questions were


asked about funding, as the cinema would close by Jan­ uary if none was found, the answer was that some had been offered, but only if it could be matched, which it could not be. Clitheroe in the past had


whose homes surround the perimeter of the field, most of whom are elder­ ly and in need of some peace in their twilight years, and not the aggrava­ tion already caused by the teenagers, who throng to Proctor’s field some­ times in numbers exceeding 30. I do not wish to give the impres­


nine years old being handed cannabis splits to take turns at smoking. In broad daylight, we have seen youths lying on the floor simu­ lating a sex act in front of parents/grandparents and it is not uncommon for the latter to leave the field, to the distress of the child, explaining that it is no longer a nice place for them. At night, underage drinking was


rife, and was inevitably followed by vandalism to nearby properties. However, after several requests, the council has cut down the surround­ ing hedges thus removing their hid­ ing places and thankfully this has now stopped. The youth club has helped, but there will always be those who want to do things, which


three cinemas - The Grand, Palladium and Co­ op. Now in the 21st Centu­ ry, if something is not done, there will not be any in the town - nowhere to take future generations of chil­ dren and grandchildren for a pleasant night at the pic­ tures. Now Ribble Valley Bor­


ough Council and any per­ sons employed in leisure, recreation and entertain­ ment - surely a suitable building could be found in Clitheroe to house a proper cinema with comfortable facilities for customers to enjoy the films, not a room in the parish hall, which we have now with volunteers to help if so wished. So, instead of certain


spent in the town not at Blackburn, Burnley etc. Let us remember since the days of silent movies, cine­ ma and pictures are an art form in themselves and if The Grand at Blackpool can turn their theatre around (they almost closed) then I ’m sure the kind hearted folk of the Ribble Valley would do the same for the cinema and support the venture. I cer­ tainly would. IVA WILKINSON, Lilac Grove, Clithcroe


Sale was just


insensitive! TO follow on from Geof­ frey Harrison’s letter, which I fully support, it


bodies of the community wringing the hands and saying we have no funding, is it not about time Clitheroe again had a cine­ ma to be proud of? Plus money would be


anti-social behaviour by the youths which congregate there. We have regularly witnessed acts of vandal­ ism and drug-taking, in fact, until recently, it was a place where they came to await the “dealers” bringing in their supplies. I have seen children as young as


they cannot do in public. Before they leave, the youths have the habit of throwing the swings over and over until they are wound up to the top crossbar. The next morning, youngsters


then arrive (unaccompanied) on their way to school. One climbs the upright and gradually unwinds the swings. It is only a matter of time before a child, eagerly waiting for a swing underneath, is seriously injured. Any increase of equipment to the


Proctor’s Field play area must take on board the wishes of those people who will be most affected by it and that means those whose homes sur­ round the area. Consideration should be given to identifying an alternate site for an improved play area. I would be the first to agree that one is needed, perhaps there is room at the Queen Elizabeth Play­ ing Field? LOIS RIMMER, George Street, Whalley


just goes to sum up the lack of thought, under­ standing and what the chapel actually meant to so many people in Slaid- burn by holding the sale on the “Lord’s day”. Just how insensitive can


you get or be to do such a commercial activity on a Sunday in such a building steeped in religious servic­ es for so many generations of local people. I just hope that those responsible for this sale have kept many of these artefacts back and will preserve them in a safe environment for future generations to view. Just who are these


selected few who are caus­ ing so much ill feeling in Slaidburn? MEL DIACK, Mitton Road, Whalley


Villages have


not adding to the number of village halls in the Hod­ der Valley. In fact Slaid­ burn is essentially reduc­ ing the number of venues used in the area by one. Strictly speaking, there are four village halls in the area: Tosside, Slaidburn, Newton and Dunsop Bridge, one in each of the villages, all of which have been going for great num­ ber of years. Added to this list we have the former


four halls MR SHARP of West Bradford makes some interesting points, but he appears to have missed one or two fundamental facts when he says the “Hodder Valley already has two village halls ....to build another...”. Mr Sharp, Slaidburn is


aim is to replace the cur­ rent Slaidburn Village Hall by using the site of the former Methodist chapel, a chapel that has, for all Intent and purpose, been used like a village hall by several local groups for many years as the cur­ rent village hall does not provide good access for such as the Mother and Toddler group or the infirm (accessing the hall requires s tairs to be climbed, not much fun when you have children in. prams or a walking frame). It must be pointed out


Methodist chapel itself. As I understand it the


that all four halls receive support from the four vil­ lages - for example when Newton held its Titanic Night, people from Dun- sop Bridge, Slaidburn and Tosside attended, and just as people from Slaidburn attend Dunsop Bridge, Newton and Tosside Halls, so do people from Newton, Tosside and Dunsop Bridge attend Slaidbum Villap Hall. We are not insular in the Hod­ der Valley and readily appreciate and support the efforts of our neighbours in raising funds for their communities. Having missed some


basic facts does not render the rest of Mr Sharp’s let­ ter pointless - for example your correspondent makes good reference to the potential liabilities for future generations, one that should be taken note of and was addressed when the viability package was written and submitted to the various agencies pro­ viding funding for the project.


Our five pages of Christmas reading begin here...


Dolphin’s good tidings


CHRISTMAS came early for Clitheroe Swim­ ming Club when over 25 dedicated club swimmers aged between eight and 14 took part in a festive bag-pack at Sainsbury’s,


On the matter of the


facade: when I read Mr Parry’s remarks last week I guessed that the point raised by Mr Woodcock would appear. The demoli­ tion of the facade is a diffi­ cult and contentious mat­ ter, one where I appreciate and understand both points of view. Mr Woodcock’s view


that retaining the front of the building and thereby the historic link with the chapel is important for many in the community is true and few people have issue with its retention, I am sure we’ll all be happy to wait our turn at the pro­ posed temporary traffic light system, if th a t is what is required, while the new village hall is being built with the current facade retained. What is a few minutes in the overall schedule of life? From the point of view


of the SPT, I can see why they wish to provide a new frontage, albeit one built in the same design. I doubt anyone could argue with the fact that a new fagade would provide better insu­ lation as well as increased soundproofing that will benefit the neighbours of the new hall. I t is a difficult decision


and on this matter we must now let RVBC decide on the basis of the plans, on input from its planning department and on the balance of protest and sup- port presented by vil­ lagers. RIVERBANK RED (with no connection to Riverbunk Tearooms)


Clitheroe. This has helped the club raise vital funds. On behalf of all at Clitheroe Dolphins, may we wish a Merry Christ­ mas and a Happy New Year to all the staff and


Where did


the money go? LAMENTABLE, as the grip of winter encloses on the homeless and the desti­ tute in Pakistan after the earthquake disaster, there has not been the generous response of aid as that wit­ nessed for the Tsunami disaster. Nearly a year on, we still


see on our television screens beaches still strewn with the ruins and rem­ nants of the devastation. Where did all the money go? A reflection to remind ourselves that any dona­ tions offered to Christian Aid, Oxfam, Cafod, we are assured that those agencies will ensure that contribu­ tions will directly aid those in areas of the greatest need. ro b in PARKER, St Chads Avenue, Chatburn


Let us have


more honesty QUITE right (Letter ’s Page December 1st) all these never ending attacks on English/Christian tra­ ditionalism are diabolical. We have a politically


correct Britain of “divide and conquer”, “divide and rule”. Tony Blair and his imaginary weapons of mass destruction and now about to sell us out in Europe.


taxed to death with moun­ tains of debt. Pensioners having to sell their homes to pay for healthcare after


We were born free, now


customers. Thanks also go to Gilmartln’s of Whalley who provided the fabulous yellow buck­ ets. CLITHEROE DOLPHINS


being told “We will look after you from the cradle to the grave” in a “land fit for heroes”. I t has been one lie after another. So much whitewash from Whitehall. Let’s get rid of the “Ministry of Truth and Political Correctness” and let us have more hon­ esty and common sense. BERT HARDWICK, Queensway, Waddinglon


Aussie lady


tracing family A LADY in Western Aus­ tralia is doing research into her family tree. She is look­ ing for descendants of a Jane Grundy. Jane Grundy was mar­


ried to a William Taylor. On the 1841 census for Whalley, Jane Grundy would have been 12 years old. The 1841 census for The Square, Church Street, Whalley, also lists the following names under Grundy: Thomas (45), labourer; Alice (42), weav­ er; John (20), block print­ er; James (19), washer; Francis (16), dyer; Mary (15), weaver; Sarah (15), weaver; Jane (12); Robert (nine), Thomas (six) and one-year-old Lucy. Do Clitheroe Advertiser


and Times’ readers recog­ nise any of the above names? The lady in Aus­ tralia visited relatives who lived in The Square, Whal­ ley, but cannot recall their names. M. DILWORTH, The Crescent, Whalley


MOTHERS, children and staff of Home Start Ribble Valley enjoyed a Christmas party. More than 30 children and parents


attended the party at Whalley Methodist Church Hall, with Father Christmas paying a visit and giving out presents to all the families Home Start


supports. Magician Brian Gore was also on hand to keep the children entertained. Sylvia Wyatt, senior organiser for Home Start, commented: “He kept the children totally spellbound ” Home Start helps and supports fami­


lies, in particular young families within the Ribble Valley area, and the organisa­


tion is always on the look-out for new volunteers. Thanks were expressed to everyone who attended the party and to those volunteers who provided the food for the occasion. Our picture shows the families and


staff of Home Start at the Christmas party. AO71205/6


Cooks’ countdown to the festive season...


WHETHER you're a dab hand in the kitchen or new to cook­ ing up a feast for guests, getting the Christmas meal wrapped up can usually be one of the biggest festive challenges. Every Christmas morning,


cooks up and down the country are faced with turkeys that haven't defrosted, a mountain of vegetables to peel, and sauces and stuffings to prepare. With all this to cope with, it’s


no wonder that it's not just the kitchen that gets steamed up! This year, the Food Stan­


dards Agency is providing all Christmas cooks with some helpful and practical tips to take the stress out of cooking. Sam Mpntel, Food Standards Agency Nutritionist, says: "We all need a little help when it comes to planning the Christ­ mas lunch as even the most experienced cooks can lose their


festive cheer when faced with all the different foods to cook. When planning for the big day, remember that preparation is the key and in the heat of the moment don't forget those good hygiene practices."


December 20th - Defrosting


the turkey If you have a frozen turkey


it's best to think about defrost­ ing your bird slowly in the fridge a couple of days before Christmas, allowing 10-12 hours per kilo for defrosting time. To calculate exactly how long you need to allow, why not use the FSA's Turkey Defrost­ ing Timer at www.food.gov.uk • Place your turkey at the


bottom of the fridge so that any juices do not drip onto other foods. Make sure that you drain away juices regularly. • If you cannot f it your


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turkey is thoroughly defrosted before putting it in the oven. You can do this by checking that there are no ice crystals in the cavity and no frozen meat - try testing it with a fork.


Christmas Eve - remember


preparation is the key To save yourself stress on the


big day, prepare ahead and get some of those fiddly jobs out of the way the day before. • Prepare the stuffing and


keep it in the fridge. • Prepare the vegetables. It's


usually best to prepare vegeta­ bles just before cooking to pre­ vent vitamin and mineral loss but as there is so much to do on Christmas Day it won't harm to peel the potatoes and put them in cold water in the fridge on Christmas Eve. You can also prepare the other vegetables


and store in plastic bags in the fridge. • Make the bread sauce and


cranberry sauce, cover tightly with cling film and store in the fridge. • With all the newly created


space, fill up the fridge with wines, mineral water and fresh juice!


Christmas Day - The Big


Day Arrives! It's all in the timing. The cooking of the turkey


usually sets the timings for cooking all the other Christmas dishes, so it's important that you get it right! Follow these tips for timing your turkey to perfection and don't forget that a large turkey can take several hours to cook properly, espe­ cially if the oven is full of food: • Always check the cooking


advice panel on the turkey's packaging. • As a general guide, for a


turkey under 4.5kg allow 45 minutes per kg plus 20 minutes. ■ Continued on page 21


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