4 Clitheroe Advertiser &Times, Thursday, November 5th, 2009


Martinmas event THERE will be a lantem-lit walk at Whal-


ley Abbey later this month. On Saturday, November 14th, from 4p.m.


to 6 p. m. the special event will mark the Martinmas Festival, celebrating the life of St Martin. Legend says he brought warmth and light into the lives of others. Following the lantern walk and sing-a-


further details are available from Leone Wil­ son on 01200 427998 - Leone leads the local Acorn Steiner Parent and Child groups which meet three mornings each week in Withgill Fold.


£5 for a family, including refreshments. There is no need to book in advance, but


Reservoir ramble


SIXTEEN members of Clitheroe Ramblers set out from Hurstwood near Wors- thome with leader John Webb to walk over the Pennines and visit five reservoirs. The weather was kind, views of Widdop


Reservoir were beautiful and an outdoor lunch was enjoyed on the approach to Gor- ple Reservoir. A steep path led up to the amazing shapes


of the outcrops of Gorple Stones, which also provided a little shelter from the approach­ ing showers. Unfortunately, the approaching showers


became a heavy rainstorm that continued for the final three miles of this 10-mile walk. With Hurstwood Reservoir in sight, the


group remained stoical and even cheerful, as they realised the value of a pre-winter test of their outdoor clothing and equipment. A speedy return was chosen at this point,


so the five-reservoir walk became a four- reservoir walk. New members are always welcome.


Sponsors kick off


OAKHILL College and Mortimers Estate Agents have teamed up to provide sponsorship to the Oakhill Academy five-a-side football team. Mortimers’ Director Edward


Snowden said: “I t is refreshing to see two well known local compa,- nies teaming up together. We are delighted to provide our support to such a reputable local school and their excellent facilities, and may I take this opportunily to wish their Academy’s five-a-side team every success in the coming seasons.” Oakhill Academy Director Leo


Baron said: “We are pleased to tie up a sponsorship deal between Mortimers and the college, and hope to strengthen bonds between each other in the future.” Oakhill Academy team member


every Wednesday evening and Sunday mornings, and encourage any five-a-side teams wanting to join either league to contact 01254 824333 and register for the start of


Robert Lloyd says: “The league offers players of all abilities an opportunity tp play to a highly competitive standard of football, organised and nm professionally, fulfilling FA requirements”. The Oakhill Academy team play


next season. ■ Our picture shows, from the


left: Tony Baron (Chairman of Governors, Oakhill College),.Leo Baron (Oakhill Academy Direc­ tor), Edward Snowden (Mor­ timers, Director), Robert Lloyd (Mortimers, Valuer) and Ian Lloyd (Mortimers, Director).


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long in the ruins of Whalley Abbey, hot drinks, a cake feast and bonfire will follow. The cost of the event is £2 per person, or


Bonfires warning


THE dangers associated with bonfires and fireworks are being highlighted as part of a joint campaign in East Lan­


cashire. Police have joined forces with


fire-fighters and council bosses for a major crackdown in the run-up bonfire night as part of Lancashire Fire and Rescue’s annual "Bright Sparx” campaign. Officers will be using a host of


tough measures to reduce crime and disorder from cracking down on the illegal trading of fireworks to removing imauthorised bonfires. Police have been working closely


with schools to raise awareness of the dangers associated with play­ ing with fireworks - the results of which can be devastating. Fire-fighters and police officers


will be carrying out joint patrols in hotspot areas and anyone caught behaving irresponsibly will be dealt with robustly. Prolific trouble-makers will also


be visited and warned about the risks and associated with firework


misuse. Police will be visiting retailers to


remind them of their responsibili­ ties around the sale of fireworks


, and officers will be working closely with Trading Standards depart­ ments to check fireworks are not being sold to under-age children. And neighbourhood officers will be highly visible in communities


across Blackburn-with-Darwen, Hyndbum and the Ribble Valley. Sgt James Black said: “At this


time of year, we tend to see an increase in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. Whilst we know that the majority of people will use fireworks responsibly or attend an organised event, there are some who are intent on spoiling the fun for others and we will be working closely with the fire serv­ ice and local authorities to make sure people are safe. “This year, the message is simple


- stay bright and stay safe - attend an organised bonfire or fireworks display and don’t misuse fireworks. We want people to enjoy them­ selves, but most importantly be sensible and stay safe.” Anyone with concerns about


firework misuse can contact police on 0845125 3545 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


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Castle wins Quality! tourism accolade


CLITHEROE Castle Muse­ um has joined other prestigious visitor attractions, such as the London Eye, Imperial War Museum and Liverpool Cathe­ dral, after being named a Qual­ ity Assured Visitor Attraction by Enjoy England - the official tourist board for England. The success now allows


Clitheroe Castle Museum to dis­ play the Visit Britain quahty logo outside its building and on all its promotional literature. The plaque was awarded by the


Visitor Attraction Quality Assur­ ance Service and offers reassur­ ance to visitors of quality stan­ dards. Susan Liddell, area manager


South at Lancashire Museums for Lancashire County Council, said: ”To receive the VAQAS award for both Clitheroe Castle Museum and Helmshore Mills Textile Museum is tremendous. It recog­ nises that these museums, each quite different and special in their own way, extend a warm welcome and provide a great visitor experi­ ence. “People young and old tell us


how much they get out of their visits and I hope the VAQAS endorsement will help to attract people from further afield to visit Lancashire's unique museums."


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Clitheroe Castle Museum,


which reopened in May following an extensive £3.5 million refur­ bishment and re-development project, takes you on a journey through 350 million years of histo­


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leries, a temporary exhibition space in the Steward's Gallery, and a creative outdoor activity space.


It includes new interactive gal­ The Clitheroe Castle Museum


Complex is owned by Ribble Val­ ley Borough Council and run by Lancashire County Council's museum service. Our picture shows the Duke of


Gloucester and-the Mayor of the Ribble Valley, Conn. Beverley Jones, at the official opening of Clitheroe Castle Museum earlier this year.


Burglar jailed for two years


A CLITHEROE man who bur­ gled two homes has been jailed for


two years. Mohammed Shazan, pictured,


appeared before Burnley Crown Court and pleaded guilty to two burglaries in Brownlow Street and St James Street. The 27-year-old, of Whalley


Road, was arrested on June 19th after offic'ers searched his home and found a Dell laptop hidden under a mattress. This had been stolen from a house in Brownlow Street, Clitheroe overnight on


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June 15th. Officers also searched Shazan’s


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adverse affect on public confi­ dence, not only to the victims but the wider community. “The people of this close-knit


community in Clitheroe were left shocked by what happened. “Fortunately we were able to


recover vital evidence from Shaz­ an’s car and home address, which proved vital to the investigation and conviction. “I hope this case acts as a deter­


the occupants of St James Street. Speaking after sentencing, DS


Nigel Watson, from Clitheroe CID, said: “Burglary is an appalling crime, which has an


rent to anyone who thinks they can get away with committing burglaries, that the police will always thoroughly investigate this t3T36 of crime. Burglars have two choices - either stop now or you will be targeted, caught and face the consequences.”


Concert will aid typhoon victims


TYPHOON victims in the Philippines will benefit from a fund-raising concert taking place in Clitheroe next Friday. Former Hollies star Bernie


Calvert will be helping provide the musical entertainment and proceeds will go directly to those affected by last month's disaster. Bernie is a member of the


music group at St Michael and St John's RC Church, Clitheroe,


along with vocalist Vina Hodges. Members of Vina's family were


ainong those caught up in the massive storm which hit their


homes in Pasig City district of Manilla in October. Her mum had been due to travel to the Rib­ ble Valley in time for the birth of Vina's first child, due inFebruary, but the losses she suffered in the typhoon mean she is no longer able to make the journey. Vina said: "My family lives on


the first floor of a two-storey building and everything has


gone." She said her mother and sister


had been among a group of peo­ ple to find refuge in a nearby church building where they were-


forced to stay for two days. "My sister was able to text me because they only thing she had managed to save was her handbag," said


Vina. Vina has lived in Clitheroe


almost since she came to England in 2004 as a senior carer. She mar­ ried her husband, Le,e two years


cost £10 including supper and are available from members of the St Michael and St John's music •group or by contacting Vina on 01200 429729.


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