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i Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) www.clitheroetoday.co.uk Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) Splash of colour in winter


WINTER container gardening was the focus of Clitheroe Garden Club’s latest meeting. Speaker Mary Ellis gave a demonstration, set­


ting up baskets and containers using winter hardy plants including skimmia, bugle, sedum, various herbs, ornamental cabbage and a variety of grass­ es.


ing traditional and modern planters. Her extensive, expert knowledge of plants was


She emphasised texture, form and colour, creat­


presented in such a way that even beginners could understand.


Following the demonstration she answered the


various and numerous questions that were put to her and asked for her speaker’s fee to be donated to the Pendleside Hospice. More than 40 members and guests attended the


meeting at the Ribblesdale Wanderers Club House. They were reminded that the club sales hut was now closed until February 18th.


Club chairman Mr Bill Gregson also appealed


for more members and those representing affiliat­ ed groups to contribute to the newsletter and members were asked to support a ceilidh and hot­ pot event a t West Bradford Village Hall on November 28th. The club’s next meeting will take place at Rib­


blesdale Wanderers’ Club House on November 1st at 7-15 p.m. when Martin Hesketh will talk about apples.


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!0n a very wet night i about 40 people f braved the flooded ; roads to play whist 7 and dominoes in , BoIton-by-Bowland ? Village Hall. iWhist winners were: ‘ Ladies - M. Pickles, M. Jackson, J. Hart-


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Local farmers say cheese!


TRADITIONAL cheese maker Singleton’s of Longridge, have teamed up with Con­ nect Plus, who supply Bowland Fresh milk produced on farms within the beautiful Forest of Bowland region.


“I t’s perfect!” said Singleton’s owner Bill


Riding. “We take quality local milk, make Lancashire cheese, and sell it locally - it couldn’t be better!” The three varieties of handmade Lan­


cashire cheese made with Bowland Fresh milk are being created in response to the growing demand for local food to be made from local ingredients. Bowland Fresh milk is available in E.H.


Booths and Asda, while Singleton’s cheese can be found in E.H.Booths, Morrison’s, and Sainsbury’s.


Members take a trip to China


THE history of China was the subject when Mr Len Ashworth visited Clitheroe and District Probus Club. He introduced a video tape on the his­


tory of the country, briefly describing the succession of the dynasties with particu­ lar reference to the Terracotta Array. Some 2000 years ago Chinese Emperor


Qin united the warlike inhabitants of the provinces to form the foundation of the China we know today. Believing that the way to eternal life


was by way of extensive preparations, both symbolic and practical, he con­ structed a massive tomb and installed the Terracotta Army of more than 8000 full- sized men and horses. Originally they were fully armed with


genuine weapons, but now alas minus the weapons as, down the ages, peasants robbed the site of anything valuable. The video explored the beliefs and cul­


ture of the inhabitants of that vast area over the past few millennia. I t showed the painstaking research,


renovation and preservation which is being applied to the archeological treas­ ures.


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was demonstrably a subject dear to the heart of the speaker. The vote of thanks was given by Mr


John Hemingway, who emphasised how the audience had been totally absorbed by the intricate detail of the history and artifacts which had been presented in the video recording. The next meeting of Clitheroe and Dis­


trict Probus Club will take place tomor­ row a t the Pendle Club, Lowergate, Clitheroe, at 10-45 a.m. when Mr Victor Coulton talks to the title: "Monologues, Marriot and Me".


- Barker, J. Pye. ; MCs were P. Metcalfe : and J. Kenyon.


: Dominoes: F. Taylor, K. Nowell, R. Knight. G. Berry, S.


; I Chairman Mr Martjm ' Bishop welcomed everyone and intro-


Conservative The annual fund-rais­ ing event of Bolton- by-Bowland branch of the Conservative Association, held in the village hall, was attended by MP Nigel Evans.


. duced guest speaker ■ Mr Brian White, a retired policeman who gave a very informative and humorous talk on “Walking Sticks”. He brought along his collection of sticks and related stories about them. He closed with a selec­ tion of George Form- by songs. Vice-chair­ man Mr Eric Walm- sley thanked him.


A delicious supper was provided by Mr Allan and Mrs Liz Moorhouse and the evening closed with


Mr Evans gave a talk on current affairs in Parliament and felt hopeful that a change towards the Conservatives was happening.


Young farmers Members of Bolton- by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Club enjoyed stock judg­ ing at Cornthwaites Farm at their meet­ ing last week.


; ley. Gents - J. Robin- : son, S. Hogg, J. ’ Kenyon.


At next week’s meet­ ing there will be a talk in the village hall at 7-40 p.m.


CHATBURN


The committee wishes to "'ocerely thank e J one concerned for their generosity and continuing sup­ port.


Music night A musical evening with the Andrew Kerry Association Band, who play mid­ dle-of-the-road and soul-type music, will take place in the Pavilion at Shackle- ton’s Garden Centre, next Friday, Novem­ ber 10th at 7-30 p.m. To book a table tel. 01200 440760.


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Collection The half-yearly collec­ tion made by the Chatburn group of the Blackburn and Ribble Valley Dis­ trict Cancer Research UK raised a total of £2,197. 06p. from home col­ lecting boxes, boxes in hotels and shops, envelopes and dona­ tions.


On Sunday the village bonfire vvill be lit at 7 p.m.


New year, new look for hall


THE New Year will bring a new look to a Ribble Valley village hall.


After Christmas work to com­ pletely update Downham Vil­ lage Hall’s kitchen will start, after it received a Lottery grant of £6,266.


She was invited to make the pres­ entation at the launch of the vil­ lage hall’s new coffee club.


A certificate from the National Lottery Awards For All was pre­ sented to village hall officials by Lady Clitheroe.


The aim of this new monthly ven- tu'-e is to utilise the venue as much as possible and encourage residents from Dowham,


Please note there is enough wood for the bonfire, but dona­ tions towards the cost of fireworks would be appreciat­ ed.


Fireworks are not allowed on the field other than sparklers.


Buffet meal Come and enjoy a three-course buffet meal prepared by the renowned


Ambrose Church cooks on Friday,


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The children of Grindleton Primary School are providing a special Guy for the event.


The bonfire will be lit at 6 p.m. on the play- ing fields and the firework display will begin at 6-20 p.m.


year and it promises to be a special night for villagers to enjoy a great firework dis­ play and good food.


The coffee club will meet again on Thursday, November 9th between 10 a.m. and noon. Any­ one who needs transport can ring Mrs Olive Awbery on 01200 415926 Lady Clitheroe is pictured pre­ senting the cheque to Mrs Awbery at the launch of the vil­ lage’s new coffee club. (AI2I006/I)


Any items for the vari­ ous hampers (list in the church porch) would be much appreciated and can be placed in the box at the back of the


church.


HURST GREEN


All Saints Day The children of St John's Church, Hurst Green, enjoyed a special party on Monday


November 24th, at 7-30 p.m. in Sawley Village Hall. There will be licensed bar and tombola and during the evening the grand hamper draw will take place. Tickets are priced £10 and are available from Mrs Carol Pye on 01200 441507 or any St Ambrose church members.


At a time of year when many children are dressed in horror costumes,


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parishioners wanted to remember the day that comes after Hallowe'en - All Saints Day. During the party, the chil­ dren, who had dressed as saints and other good people, played games and joined in activities focused on the good things that people have done. After supper, everyone joined in a “Never Fear the Dark” walk along the lane to church. The church was filled with can­ dles, to emphasise God's love overcom­ ing evil.


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Organ finale After 18 months of intensive fund-rais­ ing, the parishioners


As well as enjo5ang a chat over cof­ fee and cake, there were a couple of stalls, one selling jigsaws and the other books, as well as a bring-and-buy stall.


Twiston and the surrounding rural area to regularly get together.


■ normal fund-raising. The final event, held on Sunday, was the “John and Joyce Hoyle Memorial Concert”, named in memory of two great supporters of St John’s and its organ fund.


of St John’s Church, Hurst Green, had much to celebrate when they gathered on Sunday. They have raised almost £20,000 towards the refurbishment of the church organ, in addition to all the


Afterwards the church organist, Mr Stew­ art Whillis, and 70 members of the audience enjoyed a supper laid on by the Punch Bowl Inn and participated in a sing-song of their favourite hymns in the pub. Thanks were expressed to Mr Richard Green­ wood for his help in organising the evening.


The couple lived in Hurst Green throughout their married life; Mr Hoyle died many years ago, but fol­ lowing the death of Mrs Hoyle earlier this year her family have also become involved in the fund­ raising and their three children, Roger, Alison and Tom were all present at the recital.


Work on restoring the organ will commence in the New Year, and is scheduled to be finished by Easter.


The speaker for the evening was Mr Malcolm Roberts, although speaking was kept to the min-


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After supper, there was another audio­ visual presentation: several members, who have been rehearsing for this month’s “Boiler Bash” fund-raiser on November 18th, per­ formed two tap- dancing routines - “Singin’ in the Rain” and “All that... Jam” to a delighted audience. They were accompanied by Mr Greg Mann on piano and a chorus of other members.


Instead, all present enjoyed a slide show with a difference; Mr Roberts is a gifted photographer who also enjoys moun­ taineering, and his photographs, cover­ ing various themes including Malham, climbing Snowdon and Pendle, were choreographed to a soundtrack of suit­ ably evocative music.


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competition, for a landscape postcard, was won by Mrs H. McKell. Second was Mrs G. McDonnell and third, Mrs N. Bailey.


Flea market The Memorial Hall was full of buyers and sellers on Sun­ day, when Hurst Green Bowling Club held its autumn flea market. Members were delighted to raise £1,000, and expressed thanks to all who helped and supported the event.


Bonfire Night Hurst Green Football and Cricket Club is “putting something back into the com­ munity” on Sunday night, and its mem­ bers’ efforts are sure to prove popular. They have organised a firework and bon­ fire extravaganza, starting with the lighting of the bon­ fire at 5-30 p.m. The firework display will start at 6-30 p.m., and supper will be provided by the


Bayley Arms between 7 and 8 p.m. for all who have attended the event. The whole thing is free, but all planning to attend are asked, for health and safety reasons, not to bring fireworks sparklers.


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Floral art The first flower arranging class in the series organised for the run-up to Christmas is next Wednesday, at 8 p.m. in Hurst Green Memorial Hall.


Those attending are asked to bring an 8- inch square or round container (three- quarter inch deep), hardy greenery (e.g. conifer, pine, ivy), fir cones, baubles, dried hydrangea heads, etc., plus scissors or secateurs. For more information on signing up for the course please contact Mrs Gill McDonnell (01254 826378). • More News from the Villages -


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