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BASHALL EAVES


Open meeting An open meeting re­ garding the Ribble Valley Core Strat­ egy is being held in Pendleton Village Hall on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Up to 900 new homes are suggested for Rib­ ble Valley villages so come and make your views known to the planning au­ thorities.


BARROW


The date for comple­ tion and return of the forms has been extended to Octo­ ber 14th.


This is an opportu­ nity for residents to express their opin­ ions. After the clos­ ing date, the matter will be considered by the appropriate committee and a fi­ nal decision made.


B1LLIN6T0N


Community Last Sunday, with the Rev D. Johnson taking the service, the theme was wid­ owhood. Mrs Bren­


da Geldard and Mrs Susan Johnson both gave heart warming testimonies of their own experiences and how they both individually dealt with their grief and loss The reading from Luke Chap­ ter 7, verses 11-17, was readby Mrs H. Bird and the hymns Faithful One and When I Needed a Friend were sung. Flowers for the communion table were provided by Mrs B. Geldard and Mrs E. Williams.


Cafe bar This will be open as


usual Saturday 10-30 a.m. to 1-30 p.m. The church is hoping in the near future to start a


luncheon club and anyone interested in either attend­


ing or helping in any way with this


Changes Residents of Bar- row have received information from Ribble Valley Bor­ ough Council, invit­ ing them to express their opinions as to whether Barrow and Wiswell should have two separate parish councils. Full details and a form to complete and return to the coun­ cil can be found on the website at feed- backonline.org.uk or hard copies can be obtained from the council offices by tel. 01200 414421 or by collection from the council or Whalley Library.


project can contact Rev. Johnson on 01282859727.


Tea and chat Next Thursday (Oc­


tober 7th) at 2 p.m. will be a so­ cial afternoon with bingo and a quiz. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. The service on Sunday at 10-45 a.m. will be taken by Rev. John­ son. Communion will be celebrated. All are welcome.


BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND


Young Farmers On Monday evening


Bolton-by-Bowland Young Farmers met in the village hall for a talk by Carl and Susan, Police Community Sup­ port Officers, who informed mem­ bers of the dangers of drug abuse. A vote of thanks was given by Eleanor Kay. Next Mon­ day’s meeting is a farm walk at Stott’s Farm, Chipping, to meet at 7 p.m. in the village, prompt­ ly please. Members are advised to wear their wellies and warm clothes.


New members are al­ ways welcome. For information about the club visit the Bolton-by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Facebook page.


CHIPPING


Cycle day There were bikes ga­ lore at St Mary’s School, Chipping, for the annual spon­ sored cycle. The children cycled en­ thusiastically round the school grounds to raise money for their chosen charity Volunteers in Bra­ zil. The children also teamed up with local musician Steve Brown to provide festive Samba mu­ sic for the village cycle marathon.


It was lifejackets at the ready for class one’s trip to Black­ pool RNLI station. St Mary’s children enjoyed taking part in activities to learn about water safety which includ­ ed dressing their teacher as a life boat crew member before picnicking on the beach.


The Queen Tribute night hosted by the Friends of St Mary’s takes place on Friday, October 8th in the village hall. For tickets tel. Kate 01995 61367.


Exhibition Members of Ribches- ter Art Club are holding their an-


nual art exhibition in Brabin’s Gallery Starting on Sunday and throughout Oc­ tober. There will be over 100 paintings on display from watercolours, oils, acrylics to pen and ink. There will also be wood carvings and ther craft items, most of which will be on sale. Admis­ sion is free. The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, closed 1 to 2 p.m. weekdays. Tea, coffee and home-made cakes are available from the Tea-Garden.


DOWNHAM


Parish meeting The parish meeting of


Matters discussed in­ cluded that a dog waste bin provided by RVBC is to be installed on Hare Green, handy for both villagers and visitors.


Downham was held in the village hall to avoid transporting “grown up” chairs to and from the pre-school.


Congratulations to a young villager for filming speeding cars on their mobile phone and taking the evidence to the


, police, the culprits nave been spoken to by the police.


The street lights have been adjusted to dim from midnight.


Road culverts and ditches by Chest­ nuts and the cricket field have been adjusted to hope­ fully stop flooding issues.


The Hon R. C. As- sheton was re ­ elected as chair­ man and Mrs D. M. Braithwaite as clerk.


Coun. Gary Scott in­ formed the meeting that the Clitheroe Hospital extension is likely to be post­ poned. Also for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebra­ tions in 2012 re­ strictions will be eased as part of the big society to allow street parties etc.


After the many lo­ cal break-ins night and early morning patrols are to be increased by the police.


GISBURN


Colourfui At next Thursday’s meeting of Gisburn WI Penny Elgar, of the House of Col­ our, will show how choosing clothes and accessories to suit individual colouring can en­ hance the overall appearance, boost confidence and save making expen-


sive mistakes when buying new clothes. The competition title is “I bought it and I never wear it”.


Ideas will be discussed by crafty members for imaginative ways to use Cafe Direct sacks.


Members visited Austwick WI where they received a veiy warm welcome and heard art deco ex­ pert Jean Broad- bent give a very knowledgeable ac­ count of the life and works of ceramic designer Clarice Cliff, an extremely talented woman far ahead of her time. She also talked about the colourful history of art deco showing her per­ sonal collection of Clarice Cliff works. She was assisted by her husband, wear­ ing a tie of a Clarice Cliff design, who brought the talk to life with a collection of beautiful slides.


YFC Members met in Gis- burn Fesival Hall for a programme planning evening followed by a Jacob’s Join supper. Next week’s meet­ ing is the A.G.M at 7-30 p.m. in Gis- bum Festival Hall.


GRINDLETON


Pampered A fun night out with


delicious food to taste and essential utensils to try is be­ ing held in Grindle- ton School hall on Friday, October Sth at 7-30 p.m. The monies raised from the Pampered Chef Cooking Show will go towards the Grindleton Recre­ ation Ground new community room project. Tickets are available at £5 from Anne Hu- son 01200 440141 or Elaine Turner 01200 441908, and includes a glass of wine and nibbles.


Messy Church At St Ambrose


Church this Satur­ day (October 2nd) between 4, and 6 p.m. families are invited to take part in a further Messy Church event enti­ tled “I am the Good Shepherd”. The theme will be ex­ plored through craft activities, worship and a shared meal. Everyone, young and old, are very welcome. Please let organisers know if you will be at­ tending the event for catering order purposes. Further details from Joanne Hustwick on 01200


441598 or Canon David Mewis on 01200441154.


HARROP FOLD


Fellowship On Sunday members


Next Sunday the speaker will be the Rev. Lex Thakur, of Rochdale, the service will start at 2 p.m.


HURST GREEN


St Joseph’s The club has a varied and exciting pro­ gramme planned for the dark winter nights. On Octo­ ber Sth, there is a special visit from a professional thea­ tre company called Kipper Tie, who will perform “The Mole who knew it was none of his Business”. This is a magical musical adaptation of the popular children’s picture book, an enchanting tale for adults and a cap­ tivating perform­ ance for children. On October 15th there will be a trip to Blackpool’s Illu­ minations followed by a chippy sup­ per. All members are welcome, but a permission slip must be signed by parents and a dona­ tion of £4 made to­ wards the trip. The year will end with a Christmas disco on December 17th and this event will also be a fundraiser for the THOMAS Fund. Any further information about youth club can be obtained from Steve Whalley on 826926.


Harvest Supper The Harvest Supper


organised by the Churches of Hurst Green and Mit- ton will take place on Saturday night (October 2nd). There will be a barn dance with live band and hot pot supper with sweet included. Tickets are £10 and £5 for under-14s held at the Memorial Hall. The proceeds of the evening will go


Tonight the Bible study will be at 7-45 p.m. and the speak­ er will again be Norman Pearson.


of Harrop Christian Fellowship met to hear guest speaker Mr Norman Pear­ son speak on four points regarding the Cross of Christ. The name of the Cross, the shame of the Cross, the fame of the Cross, and the game of the Cross, encouraging all to take up the Cross and follow Jesus.


to “Mary’s Meals”. A few tickets still remain, please con­ tact David Jacques on 01254 878222 or Rev. Gill Mack 01254 826686.


Panto The next pantomime rehearsal tonight (September 30th) is for scenes one to nine, this includes the ladies’ dance troupe. There is also a rehearsal ne.xt Thursday, October 7th, for scenes 10 to 15. Phone Margaret on 826095 for more information.


Film Club The film club will meet on Monday, October 11th at 7- 30 p.m. in St John’s old sehool hall. The film will be the thought provoking “The Man Who Sued God!” starring Billy Connolly^ This is a cert 15 because it contains strong language, but is de­ scribed on a BBC website as a theo­ logical romantic comedy drama with a courtroom show­ down conclusion. All are welcome to attend and a collec­ tion will be taken to cover costs of the film and building.


KNOWLE GREEN


Military whist Military whist and dominoes will be played in Knowle Green Village Hall on Wednesday at 7-30 p.m. Admis­ sion is £1.50 and in­ cludes tea and bis­ cuits. All welcome.


AGM The AGM of Knowle Green Village Hall takes place on Monday at 7 p.m. Everyone is most welcome as are sug­ gestions on how to improve the hall, events to be held and volunteers to help with the run­ ning of the hall. Contact Andy on 01254 878269 for more information.


Apple day The first Forest of


. Bowland Apple Day will be. held in Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall on Satur­ day from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is your opportunity to identify the apples on your tree, to find out about bees and bee-keeping and advice on planting and pruning your apple tree. Admis­ sion is 60p for adults and children are


free. There will also be refreshments. Contact Martin on 01200448000.


Harvest Harvest thanksgiv­


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ing was celebrated at Knowle Green Church last week­ end when Devon farmer Robert Partridge was the speaker. A beau­ tifully decorated church set the scene for the serv­ ice of thanksgiving which was followed by a Jacob’s join luncheon. Thanks were expressed to all who donated the produce which was distributed to the sick and elderly of the village and fellowship and to those who worked so hard to display the flowers, fruit and vegetables.


Police view In September Mrs Gill Jaquesgave a very informative talk, about her career in the police force, to Knowle Green and Dutton WI mem­ bers. She explained she had served 32 years in the police force, starting at 18. After only 10 weeks training she was straight onto the beat in Lancas­ ter, patrolling the streets alone and on foot.


Gill spoke about the many changes she had experienced during her years of service, saying she enjoyed her job, working hard and playing hard too. She moved around the North West working in Lancas­ ter, Burnley, Black­ pool and Black­ burn where she undertook many different roles, but particularly enjoy­ ing working with young people. Gill related many tales both amusing and sad and sometimes quite frightening. She was awarded a medal for bravery after single hand- edly confronting an armed man. She was a true profes­ sional who had given excellent service to the police force, of which she had enjoyed every minute. Thanks were expressed by Mrs Rachel Eyre.


LOW MOOR


Club trip The vyell organised trip to Haydock


Races was enjoyed by all.


Pool The A team lost for the first time this year, but still man­ aged to win the premier league again. The B team achieved enough to stay up in their league. Congratula­ tions to Chris Hay- ton and all players.


Ladies’ darts The ladies led 4-1 go­ ing into the dou­ bles, but lost both ritatches 5-4 to the Royal Oak.


Bonus ball winners: B. Stirling and B. Barnes.


MARTIN TOP


Harvest The harvest thanks­ giving service was celebrated at Salem Congregational Chapel Martin Top on Sunday. The chapel was decorat­ ed on Saturday with a glorious array of fruit, vegetable and other edible gifts along with flowers, berries and green­ e r to enhance the display. The morn­ ing service was led by the chapel’s minister, the Rev. David Isaacs. He opened the service with the hymn “All things praise thee. Lord most high”. In his words to his congregation. Rev. Isaacs warned of the dangers of rich­ es pushing Christ to the margins of life. During the service, Mrs Edith Isaacs read a passage from the bible. Mrs Ethel Hartley was the or­ ganist.


The evening serv­ ice was led by Mr Robin Clark from West Bradford. He opened with the hymn “Yes, God is Good”. In his mes­ sage to the congre­ gation he focused on God’s creation and his provision for us for which we need to give thanks. Mr Don Carson, from Barnoldswick, was the organist. Fellowship over tea, coffee and bis­ cuits was enjoyed at the close of both services.


Celebrations contin­ ued on Monday evening. Before in­ troducing Mr Brian Stott, Mr Herbert Moorhouse opened with the hymn “Je­ sus shall reign” to the tune Rimington followed by prayer. Mr Stott, a former Rimingtonian, pre­ sented an interest­ ing illustrated talk on Rimington’s past to a large crowd of local resi- dents. Following the talk, items from the harvest display were auctioned by Mr William Smith raising £225 for the work of the RNLI. The evening con­


cluded with refresh­ ments.


NEWTON-IN- BOWLAND


Swinging... A most enjoyable


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evening was had by all when the Swing


Commanders vis7 ited the village hall on Friday evening. The prizewin­ ners were: Mrs H


Waddington, Mrs B. Collinge, MrB Marsden; Mr Jim Cowking, Mr R. Thornber, Mrs Hi­ lary Wood, Mr D. Coulter and Mrs R Nelson.


PENDLETON


History group The Pendleton His­ tory Club mcetina, when member Les Hardy will be shar­ ing his census re­ search for Pendle­ ton, takes place on Thursday, October 14th, in the village hall. He will also be talking about his recent agricultural research of the sur­ rounding area. The meeting starts at 7- 30 p.m. and all are welcome.


Waste paper The waste paper col­


lection takes place in Pendleton on Tuesday, October 5th. Please leave papers in the white bags provided.


Harvest A harvest festival serv­ ice will be held in All Saints’ Church, P e n d le to n , on Sunday at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Please note that the church will be closed for the fol­ lowing two weeks for redecoration. It should be reopen­ ing on Sunday, Oc­ tober 24th.


Bronte family After the summer


Guest speaker Isobcl . Stirkgaveafulland in-depth history' of the Bronte family, basing her talk on Patrick Bronte and his six children. She related that Ha­ worth was a bleak place to live in the 18th and 19th cen­ turies and TB and scarlet fever caused the early deaths of many residents in the Yorkshire village. It was not surprising that one by one the children and their mother were taken ill. Charlotte, Emily and Jane lived long enough to be re­ membered for their writings. Bramwell, their only brother, had a problem with drink and drugs and died of TB. She gave details of the parsonage in Haworth which


break there was a good attendance at the meeting of Pendleton WI when members were wel­ comed by Mrs Sue Kirk.


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is well-known for housing many items belonging to the family and is popu­ lar with many visi­ tors. Thanks were expresed to Mrs Wright by Mrs G. Park.


Hostesses were A. Hall, S. Hartley and J. Bristol who pro­ vided a good selec­ tion of biscuits with cups of tea. A very large entry for the family photoraph competition pro­ vided quite a dial


and was won by M. Wright, E. Slinger and T. Pattern.


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but it comes across with complete sin­ cerity, thanks to the strength of the writ­ ing and the qual­ ity of the acting. A remarkable piece of theatre. If you missed it in Edin­ burgh, you mustn’t miss it here. Tickets at £6 each are avail­ able from 01254 878479 or 878617.


SABDEN Bowling


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The next meeting on October 19th will be for the 90th birthday celebrations and the competition is fora party hat.


RIBCHESTER


Dinner night There are only 60 tick­ ets available for the International Din­ ner Night to be held in Ribchester Vil­ lage Hall on Satur­ day, October 9th, at 7 p.m. This annual cooking jamboree, celebrates the di­ versity of dishes created by culinary superstars from Europe, Africa, and the Far East. Tickets are £10 per head, for as much as you can eat. Tel. 01254 878816 or 01772783856.


A paper and books stall was very popu­ lar, with D. Dins- dale and H. Blea- zard in charge.


Mrs M. Wright gave a report on the visit to the Chocolate House in August.


Requiem Ribcaged, the pro­ fessional company which has spun out of the RATS, is bringing the pro­ duction of “Req­ uiem” that it took to the Edinburgh Festival last month Meeting to Ribchester Vil- a public meeting to ,/\W3rdS lage Hall, for a one- look at plans for the gabden Bowling Club’s future development annual prizegiving of Sabden is being


Citing competition the annual Sabden Floodlit Bowling singles competition reached its climax at the finals night on Sunday. Winner was Chris Livesey, ofBacup,who lifted the trophy and a cash prize for a sec­ ond time after de­ feating Mick Opie, of Accrington, 21- 17 in an exciting final. Losing semi­ finalists were Dave Walker and Paul Sutcliffe. Sabdener John Robinson was the only village club member to win through earlier rounds to represent the club on finals night. One of the organisers, Pauline Stansfield, thanked everyone for their support and com­ petitors for their great bowling. She said the brilliant support and superb bowling had made the finals a memo­ rable occasion. A raffle had been held throughout the tournament, which was held on Tuesday and Thurs­ day evenings dur­ ing September and all the prizes were claimed. The first prize of £100 prize was won by Jason Fereday of Man­ chester who was ae- tuallybowlinginthe finals.


night stand on Sun­ day, October 10th at 8 p.m. The play was written by local playwright, Owen Phillips who direct­ ed it m Edinburgh, where it received “highly recom­ mended reviews.


The play showcases the exceptional act­ ing talents of Keith Flood and Rick Guard. In a series of beautifully judged cameo flashbacks, it tells the life-story of an aging actor, reminiscing back- stage with his young


, lover about their meetings and part­ ings, aspirations and disappointments, successes and fail­ ures. As a drama


social evening


Strategy meeting Gilt day is also for the par- This year’s annual Gift ishes of Read and Day at St Nicholas’s Simonstone and Parish Church, will is an opportunity take place between for residents to ask 10 and 11-30 a.m. questions of plan- on Saturday, Octo- ning staff about the ber 30th. It will take strategy document the form of a coffee which is in circula­ tion. The meeting will be relatively


' can be handed in.


short, with a brief Q o n / i ro c explanation of the


time as possible for the public’s input.


document, in order Baptist Chapel to allow as much service is at 10 a.m.


it is strong meat. The Blackburn Peo- Choir ■ ,


held on Monday at jg tomorrow night, 7 p.m. in St Mary s Friday, October Community Hall, 1st, at Whalley Golf Whalley Road. The club. Ribble Valley Core


_____ Never too young to learn


HEAD START: the Early Years children at Bolton-by- Bowland Primary School.


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Evening on Octo­ ber 12th atWaddow Hall Girl Guiding Centre in the vil­ lage, when Stephen Lowe and Peter Foley of BBC Ra­ dio Lancashire, to­ gether with Peter’s son John, of Holden Clough Nursery, will present an evening highlight­ ing the Autumn Garden as well as answering garden­ ing questions, plus seasonal plants for sale. All proceeds will be donated to The Jennifer Trust for Spinal Muscu­ lar Atrophy which lost much-needed


GETTING a good head start are these tiny tots who attend the “Early Years” sessions at Bolton-by-Bowland Primary School. Headteacher Mrs Stansfield explained:


“Early Years sessions are proving very popular, with 10 children now attend­ ing for a maximum of 15 hours per week. Under the watchful eyes of Mrs Walms- ley and Mrs Wells they are currently


pie’s Choir will ing service, back to give a concert of its normal time of 9- music ranging from 30 a.m., at St Nicho- shows and musicals las’s CE Church.


Many’s®Chul-ch'on Parish Council Saturday, October The public are wel-


9th, at 7-30 p.m. come at the monthly This popular choir meeting_of Sabden


promises an enter­ taining evening with a good all round selection of music. Tickets are £5 and can be bought from Do n o r Ushi MullerofWatt n f i ; *7‘ Street, from Joe Boylan at 41 Pendl


Street East, or you can pay on the door. Proceeds are for the community hall re­ furbishment fund.


Hall People wanting to book St Mary’s Community Hall for meetings, par­ ties or events of any kind should ring Mr Tony Hargan on 07711635084.


Parish Council in the top room in St Nicholas’s Hall on Tuesday, October 5th, at 7-30 p.m.


Tuesday is waste paper collection day around Sabden.


SAWLEY


WI Guest speaker at the


meeting of Saw- ley WI was Mr Les Hardy whose subject was Sight- savers. He gave an interesting and en­ tertaining talk on the subject explain­ ing in detail that the charity trains local people living in Third World coun­ tries how to cure potentially blinding conditions and stop the spread of cer­ tain diseases. This means that people go on to lead inde­ pendent lives and


ing their own fami lies. A donation of £75 was made to the charity from WI funds.


morning in thelnsth Tlmnks were given by tuie when donations Janet Hartley, and


the competition was won by Kate Sims. Hostesses for the evening were Joan


learning about pirates along with Class 1. All the children can be heard saying ‘Ahoy me hearties’ as they answer the register. The children thoroughly enjoy using the dressing up box to play at pi­ rates and are also learning numbers and letters in a friendly ‘family’ atmosphere, playing with older children. “We believe this helps at settling younger children into school life.”


Stitching Exhibition on November 25th must contact Janet so she can arrange tickets. Menus were distributed for the birthday party meal at the Spread Ea­ gle; any attendees who were not at the meeting should


preparation for the forthcoming debat­ ing competition. Steve Morris came to help and guide the Young Farmers on improving their debating skills, and the vote of thanks were expressed by Seth Blakey.


contact Janet if a Next week’s meeting is menu has not been a talk by county offi- received. The fi- dais on roles of club nal social arrange- officials in Slaidbum ment for the Royal Village Hall at 7-30 E.xchange Theatre p.m. Members were trip; all tickets have also reminded to now been sold and bring submissions in all theatre-goers are as soon as possible, asked to meet on the village car park WADDINGTON at 2 p.m. Appropri----------------------------


Finally members were encouraged to put their name down for the LFWI fun quiz next year as well as


being advised that


people may wish to stay for a meal after the play while others may wish to return straight home. Janet will be booking the restaurant so please will everyone make their requirements known to her.


ate car share will be GfOWlng fu n dS arranged, as some peter Foley and Liz


Dean, of Waddow Lodge, would like to thank all those who visited their garden and helped on the day, as well as those local businesses who generously do­ nated raffle prizes when they opened their garden in aid of the professional gardeners’ charity “Perennial” in Au­ gust.


next year have in­ creased by 50p to £30.


subscriptions for fQj. charity was amount raised


October 21st in the village hall at the usual time of 7-30 p.m, as always any­ one is welcome to attend, the subject being graphology.


SLAIDBURN


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Members of Slaid-


Mass at St Mary’s Various social events burn Young Fam- RC is at 11 a.m. and were discussed. An- ers’ Club met on Before then they will the Rev. Gill Dyer yone wishing to visit Monday night for a be co-hosting the will lead the mom-


£800, with some vis­ itors recalling when they used to live at the property in the 1950s. Since then they have heard that they will have their garden listed in the National Gardens Scheme Yellow Book for 2011, with openings in May and July and two additional days for local Lancashire/ Yorkshire based charities.


the Knitting and debating practise, in Gardeners’Charity


fire at the Chat- burn allotments in May. Tickets at £5 (including refresh­ ments) are avail­ able from Waddow Lodge, The Clithe­ roe Advertiser of­ fice, Holden Clough Nursery and Hud­ sons Ices in Chat- burn.


WEST BRADFORD


Harvest The harvest festival


service in West Bradford Method­ ist Church on Sun­ day at 2 p.m. will be led by the Rev. Chris Cheeseman. A warm welcome to everyone.


Gifts of tins and pack­ aged goods will be received on Satur­ day from 1-30 to 3 p.m. These gifts will be donated to


Reade. An optional supper at the Ab­ bey will follow at 8 p.m. Bookings must be made for this on 01254828400.


funds as a result of Tomorrow there will the vandalism and


be Holy Commun- Musical percussion


of Blackburn, the Additions to the Rt Rev. Nicholas school’s outdoor area have been brought about by a grant from Awards for All. Planters have been installed and tended by the gardening club.


entation by the Archdeacon of Blackburn, the Ven John Hawley, to cel­ ebrate the pilgrim­ age of St Paulinus to Whalley, has been arranged for Sun­ day, Octoeber 10th, at Whalley Parish Church. Worship is at 6 p.m. and will be followed by a pilgrimage through the Abbey grounds, led by the Bishop


ion in the Abbey instruments and a Chapel at 9.30 a.m. followed by medi­ tation in the Ab­ bey Library at 10 a.m. Next Thurs­ day there will be a prayer vigil in the Parish Church from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. fol­ lowed by Holy Com­ munion.


traversing wall have been installed. A willow tunnel will be planted in October.


Entertainment Making a return visit


A sewing club is to be started on Tuesdays between 3-30 and 4-30 p.m. It is for children in Years 2 and 3 and will begin after the half-term holiday.


Entertainment rang- from 01254 824312 ing from plays to


to Whalley Village C h o ir m e e t in g Hall on Saturday at Past and present 7-30 p.m. is Mervyn members of Valley Stutter, who enter- Voices are invited tains with songs and to attend a meeting comedy. Tickets at English Martyrs’ are available from R.C. Church at 7- Whalley Post Office 30 p.m. on Monday, or on 01254 823402. More information


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music and comedy SerViCe is available at the On Sunday the 10- Village Hall on the 30 a.m. service in first Saturday of each month. Details are on posters in the village.


Nightsafe in Black- C h u rc h COffee bum.


The speaker is Mr Bill Blackledge, talking on late Summer / Autumn colour in the gar­ den and there will FunkV FrldaV be plants for sale, prom 2-20 p.m. to 3- Evetyone welcome.


Garden Club The first meeting of the West Bradford Garden Club after the Summer break is tonight (September 30th) in the village hall at 7-30 p.m.


iq p.m. on Fridays,


Telephone Marilyn children at Whalley Wood for more in- - ■ - . . . ^


formation on 01200 422097.


Antiques’ fair The autumn antiques’ fair with crafts is this Sunday (October 3rd) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will raise funds for West Bradford Vil­ lage Hall. Admis­ sion is 50pand there


• will be several stalls with homemade refreshments avail­ able throughout the day.


WHALLEY


Saint’s day Worship and a pres-


Primaiy School who have worked hard and behaved well all week are rewarded with varying activi­ ties, new interests and the develop­ ment of life skills, including digital


club and Zumba fit­ ness.


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The school’s newslet­ ter tells parents that “Funky Friday” ac-


Whalley Methodist Church will be led by the Rev. Harry Jones, of Clitheroe.


English Martyrs’ R.C. Church is to hold its


WISWELL


annual coffee mom- Changes ing from 10 a.m. The Residents of Wiswell event is the church’s have received infor- main fund-raiser for the year. Tickets and raffle tickets are available from the piety stall at the church. There will be no Mass celebra­ tion at the church tomorrow.


rphotography film date for comple-


tion and return of the forms has been extended to Octo­ ber 14th.


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tivities are intended ^his is an opportu- not only to enhance oity for residents to


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the eurriculum and offer life skills, but lead to children de­ veloping new inter­ ests.


It adds that anyone who could offer new


express their opin­ ions. After the clos­ ing date, the matter will be considered by the appropriate committee and a fi­ nal decision made.


Full details and a form to complete and re­ turn to the council can be found on the website at feedback- online.org.uk or hard copies can be obtained from the council offices by tel. 01200 414421 by collection from the council or Whalley Library.


mation from Rib­ ble Valley Borough Council, inviting them to express their opinions as to whether Wiswell and Barrow should have two separate parish councils.


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skills or expertise should let the school know as it is still willing to recruit.


The school was yester­ day running a roast beef promotional day with the aim of beating the Guin­ ness world record for the largest si- multaeneous roast dinner or the most schools to serve the same school dinner,


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