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■ toys, and to Ben for his excellent photog- ■ raphy. We also wish to say how grateml , we are to Ribblesdale Childrens Centre Staff and parents for allowing us to be


. to donate toys and donations. ' Thanks also for accommodating the


'- thanks to reporter Katie Hammond, who ■ worked so hard at encouraging the public


V huge thank you to you for promoting our of old Wizwell^ 2011 Christmas .Toy Appeal, with special


-V A HAPPY New Year to your staff and to ; all your Readers. ” : We, at the Salvation Army, wish to say a


ELIZABETH SMITH (Captain) and BRENDA WISE (Envoy),


Salvation Army, Clitheroe Corps H a p p y memories


■; photographed with the lovely children. ■ ■ . ,-The Appeal would not have been a suc- i /cess without all your efforts.


■ equately provided for. Thank you also to those who gave monetary donations which


• lists, most , of which came from support -agencies.


, response to the kindness of our Commu­ nity: , “Please can I say thank you so much


■ osity of the people of the Ribble Valley really lifted me.” '■ “I cannot believe people have been so kind. I can sleep tonight not worrying about how to make my money stretch. Thank you so much.” : “Thank.you so much for the brilliant toys. My children will be so happy.” This IS just a small sample of the differ­


. of the people in our Community. Thank you everyone who has given in


ence the donations have made to needy families, thanks to the amazing kindness


any way, small or large; You have once again shown the true spirit of Christmas, which is to give unconditionally out of a generous heart.We would also like to say a huge thank you to all our volunteers who delivered toys, food parcels, and those who gave up their Christmas Day to serve those who would otherwise have had a lonely Christmas. What joy you all. broughttotheday.-- Last but not least, thank you to our


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Mayor, Councillor Susan'Knox, and her Consort Alan, who gave up time on Christmas Day to visit us and greet every­ one. It was a very special moment in our


work in such a caring and sharing commu­ nity. We wish God’s Blessing on you all.


for easing the pressure of Christmas and helping make it wonderful. I was very low before Christmas, but the fantastic gener-


messages we have had from parents in Eroof paper. Butter and lard were also I would just like to quote some of the . • ^ ^


• were used to add extras to the bags. .. We'were able to provide a main present, a book, a game, a soft toy and stocking fillers for all the children on our


, ; We would like to pay tribute to the ; public in Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley . who were awesome in their generosity, •.and thoughtful in their response to the ..Appeal. TTie gifts donated were so care­ fully chosen, and every age group was ad-


cobbles, which was the focal point of the village for a good old chat whilst out shopping. The shopkeeper, Alice Waring, would weigh out sugar from a big hessian sack and flour from a cotton sack. Bacon was cut with the hand-turned circular slicing machine and weighed into grease-


' day, the altar was unfolded from behind the wooden doors set into the wall, the harmonium had its dust cover removed and the lectern was pulled out of the ves­ try, which had creaky old wooden floor boards and a cupboard which housed the minister’s garments.


in greaseproof paper and fresh loaves of bread were wrapped intissuepaper-with an expert hvirl! The village school also doubled as both the ■village hall and the church. Every Sun-


and cut from huge slabs and wrapped


member of the WI, hence ray luck to have inherited about a dozen of the precious photos of that memorable Christmas event, which I have reason to believe was produced by a well-known Clitheroe char­ acter by the name of Edmund Cambien, who also produced wonderful operettas at King Lane Hall in the town. But where are they all now? There are, I know, quite a lot of surviving younger family members from those old Wiswell WI ladies and I would love to hear from you. If you were there, please call me on 01200 424993. • • See next week’s Valley for pictures of


and it was the “50 years ago” article which triggered this story memory and got me searching the drawers for the packet of black and white photos of that very con­ cert 50 years ago. My mother, Emma Brown, was a keen


the Wiswell Christmas production from 1961.


DORIS BROWN, Highfield Road,


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ing farms, all of which I can name, should anyone be interested. Maybe some would “cuss” at those lanes adorned by fresh wholesome cow muck from the cows brought twice a day from the fields to the shippons for milking. The village had a shop fronted with


but not so very far away, a very beautiful little ■village called Wiswell, coined from “Ashing well” as the little old stone well there was known by and always correctly. pronounced “Wizwell” and NEVER de- gradingly pronounced “Wizzle”! It consisted of 10 or 12 real life work­


WHAT nostalgic and happy old memo­ ries were stirred by the regular feature “50 years ago” in The Clitheroe Adver­ tiser and Times issue of December 29th. Childhood recollections of long ago,


Closing waste sites will lead to more


; enhance the facilities of one of the park­ ing spots.


. JUST before Christmas, whilst driving over Pendle, I noticed that some “consid­ erate’’, person had donated a large TV to


' As it’s the season of goodwill I have re­ frained from using derogatoiy terms for their action and wonder if: • The person had witnessed the ever-


opment of Sabden and thought that be­ fore long houses would be built all along the roadside linking the village to the A59 under the pretence of “housing neeck sur­ vey” and had picked his plot. • They had heard of County Council­


is to be praised as they removed the TV within a couple of hours of me reporting it.


lor Atkinson’s unbelievable decision to close a number of Household Waste Re­ cycling Centres and was either looking for his garden to start a “dirty” protest at the decision or they had mistaken Pendle Hill for Whinney Hill. However the RVBC refuse department


more “fly-tipping” blights the Ribble Val­ ley when the County Council close the HWRCs and shift the costs to the local Authority? County Councillor Ciaran Wells voiced


Will this level of service continue when


his fears of an increase in fly tipping, but this fell on deaf ears. •; JOHN SHORTER, Whins Lane, Sabden


The Wiswell WI met there once a week An ode to Lawson-


steads Farm I AM fields of meadowsweet, fritillaiy, untouched by Man since God knows when, other than to harbour long horn, teg sheep, lamb and orchids fair by Abbot Paslew’s feet.


malignity, of tawny arms in rustic flow scything sum­ mer’s swathes, to fall in Flanders fields that village life, unbowed, shall reach beyond their graves.


I’ve felt the tithe of Norman: of Tudor


The Field of Wells, the low of cattle re­ called no more?


Shall I become a running sore?


My wraith, my wreath a morning mist, my passing bell a bitter, blighted knell? JBL,


• Whallcy.


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.'ographic information system; giving people universal digital access to plans 24 hours-a-day


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ment at Electricity North’ •West, said: ?It is essential to


construction workers in the region severe electric shocks and serious burns, when they damaged live underground' electrical equipment. Elec­ tricity North West is actively encouraging people to make sure they plan thoroughly be- tore they dig to ensure safety and avoid costly accidents. ■ Vincent Cranny, head of safety and environ­


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increasing number of large wagons using the road as a “SATNAV” shortcut (de­ spite the 7.5 tonne restriction signs) and had laid claim to the parking spot as a po­ tential truckers stop. • They had read about the overdevel­


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Happy New Year to all.. Carol service 400th year of the Baptist


The hymns “To God be the Glory,” “All People that on Earth do Dwell” and “Pour Over Me” were sung. Flowers for the communion table were provided by Billington Community Church.


A committee meeting will


The cafe bar is now closed until early February.


BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND


The first meeting of 2012 is on Monday, January 9th. Members to meet in the village hall at 7-45 p.m.


CHATBURN


Manor House Residents of The Manor House have enjoyed an abundance of entertain­ ment this Chjristmas from many organisa­ tions, not least from a


: irig out groundwork.”. ' ■ The.. BeforeUDig service,


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There was carol sing­ ing with a difference, staged by candlelight, when the Ribble ’Val­ ley Mayor Coun. Simon Hore joined parishion­ ers of both Chatburn Methodist Chapel and Christ Church and the residents of The Manor House for the joyful singing of age-old carols, followed by the equally


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from the children of Chatbum School under the guidance of their music teacher Mrs Dick­ inson. ■


Young farmers Members of Bolton-by- Bowland Young Farm­ ers’ Club hope everyone has had a lovely Christ­ mas and wish all a happy New Year. Thank you to all those who were involved with and sup­ ported the duck race on New Year’s Day and well done to the young farmers for wiiming the tug-of-war competition.


This Sunday’s service will be taken by the Rev. Don Johnson..


Union. '


Community _ Party time Holy Communion was cel- Oiippmg Welfare commit- ebrated on the first Sun­ day of the New Year in Billington Community Church with' the Rev. Don Johnson basing the service around Corinthi­ ans 13 “Hope, Faith and Love” where Paul writes about the true meaning of love. The scripture was read by Joseph Ma- son-Baxter.


come along but have not been formally in­ vited please ring Martin and Barbara Butters on 01995 61586.


DOWNHAM


celebrates the xhe annual united family .............


be held on Sunday, Jan- Parishioners of St Paul’s uary 15th.


service of Nine Lessons and Carols was held in Downham Parish Church, conducted by Canon Rodney Nichol­ son.


_____________ ity funds.


On Christmas Eve the choir and friends were singing in Downham vil­ lage, although the wet weather put a damper on their festivities, £76 was added to their char-


■ ■ ■ Eve with the usual com­ piling of the Christingle ■ oranges.


Prior to Christmas villag­ ers of Twiston were in­ vited to the home of Mr and Mrs Steve and Di­ ana Wilkins for the an- nual visit of Downham Church choir members and friends carol sing­ ing, mulled wine and mince pies were enjoyed by all and £86 was raised for the chosen charity. Asthma UK


Church, Low Moor, Christ Church, Chat- burn and St Leonard’s enjoyed the familiar readings and carols, the organist was Mrs Adele Pridding. Read­ ers included Philip Naylor, Barbara Lewis, Des Barlow, Francis El- dridge, Ralph Assheton, Brian Ryecroft, Helen Assheton, Brenda Lund and Canon Nicholson. A collection was taken to support the charities that St. Leonard’s helps during theyear.


to attend with partners. „f <;n ,-c h..« If you would like to


to


tee’s annual Christmas party will be held on ' Saturday, January 7th in Chipping Village Hall at 4-30 p.m. All residents of Chipping, Thornley, Leagram, Little Bow- land and Chaigley, aged


The annual subscription HARROPFOLD


Hanop Christiaii Fellow- group of 10 carm singers ship held a Christinas


Fellowship Eve service led by the


Tonight there will be a film on the making of


Next Sunday the service at 2 p.m. will be led by the Revs. Keith and Diane Hunter, of Settle. All are welcome.


HOLDEN


delightful programme Canon Rodney Nicholson There was a sketch by nresented by the Whal- conducted a Christingle Isaac and Ailsa Bury Vice ey Singers and a visit , service on Christmas ■ ■


Holden Chapel held its annual Christmas con­ cert when the chairman was Mrs Grace Hol­ land, of Chipping. The choir sang two pieces “Wonderful Counsel­ lor” and “Down from His Glory”.


Concert ______


The choir members were on duty again on Christ­ mas morning for the sung communion serv­ ice, conducted by the Rev. Alan Reid, the church had been beau­ tifully decorated by the ladies of the parish. Or­ ganic was Mrs Adele Pridding.


GRINDLETON


traditional mulled wine Shir© hOrS6S and mince pies. - Mr David Kay will be


The young people gave a sketch about “Rejec- tion’^ those taking part were Seth and Anna


Three young ladies from Bethany; Tanzania, sang songs and spoke


At the close Mrs Holland presented the Sunday ' School prizes. Organist


’ about their hopes for the future.


: performed two solos accompanied by Esther Comall on keyboard.


entitled “Shepherd’s Wrap”. Naomi Holland


• • • ■


, the King James’s Bible beginning at 7-30 p.m. All are welcome.


On Sunday a covenant communion service was held when the speaker was Norman Pearson. He spoke on “Forget­ ting the past and looking forward to the Future”. He stressed the example of three Biblical charac­ ters. King Saul, Judus Iscariot and the apostle Paul, encouraging eve­ ryone to follow the ex­ ample of Paul and keep the faith.


Accrington. He spoke on the Virgin Birth of Jesus stressing the im­ portance of spreading the Christian message. Afterwards Christmas refreshments were served.


Carol singing Rev. Roy Parker, of —


from Salem Congrega- tibnal Chapel, Martin


Top, toured the ham­ lets of Howgill, Newby and Stopper Lane on Wednesday, Decem­ ber 21st. Singing on a mild fine evening the group were pleased to receive offers of sweets and mince pies along the way. Afterwards the party was invited into the home of Mr Miies Taylor, in Newby, to be greeted with hot fires and a supper of sausage rolls, sandvviches, crisps, mince pies, cakes and hot drinks. Mr Taylor together with members of his family had invited some of his neighbours ------------------------------- in and a further selec- RfbIucI©


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Membe s o Clitheroe ■Young Farmers’ Club met at Maxwell’s for their Christmas meal which was enjoyed by all.


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Next week members are to meet at 7 p.m. at the health centre car park or a trip to the Bowl- plex, Blackburn.


READ


We wish to thank eve­ rybody for their gifts raising more than £230 for Research into Chil­ dren’s Cancers (Ribble Valley and White Rose Ladies).


* NEWTON


Jubilee The next meeting to dis­


cuss arrangements for the Diamond Jubilee celebrations will be held on Thursday, January 12th at 7 p.m. in Newton Village Hall. Anyone wanting to be involved is welcome to attend.


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PENDLETON


The Readstone Singers ’Prelude to Christmas”


There will be an Epipl^y taking part in the choir carol service instead of arewllcometogoalong the usual morning serv-


. Any ladies interested in


Church, Pendleton. It day p e new leader will will be in the form of po- be Olwyn Pe^ce.


a ice on Sunday, Janu- i


son. Hannah and Elean- jt'g paper day in Pendle­ or Binns and Ethan •Buiy.


Blakey, Andrew Harri- Wast© pap©f ,


Elean­


ton on Tuesday, Janu­ ary 10th. Papers should be left in the white bags provided.


WI New president of Pend­


leton WI Mrs Gillian Brown gave a warm wel­ come to members and


gt John’s Church at ry 8th at All Saints’ ^ 0 p ^ . each Wednes-


etry readings and carols, VVast© p ap© ! ’ ^ starting at 11 a.m:


The next waste paper col­ lection for Read and Simonstone will take place on Monday, Janu­ ary 9th. Please leave sacks out early.


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The choir starts rehearsals for its summer perform­ ance on January 18th.


The charity benefiting • from the collection of £455 was Help for He­ roes.


concert took place in St John’s Church, Read. The choir performed a selection of Christmas songs and carols with plenty of audience par­ ticipation. It was lovely to see a packed church for this performance despite the wet weather, as it was Peter Jelley’s last as choir master. He has now retired after 27 years. All were very grateful that it did not snow as it did last year.


On Monday members met for their first meeting of the new year, a games night at Pendleton Vil­ lage Hall.


speaking to members of Grindleton WI about Shire Horses at the first meeting of the year on January 12th. The com­ petition is for a China model horse. A hot pie supper will be served. Anyone who has not or­ dered a supper should contact Cynthia Open- shaw on 440551 as soon as possible.


of £31.50 is due at the January meeting.


for the evening was Mr M. Blakey.


KNOWLE GREEN


Festive whist The annual Christmas whist drive will be held


. mences at 7-30 p.m, ad- ' mission is £2.50 includ­ ing tea and cake and all are most welcome. .


MARTIN TOP


• in Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall on Monday, January 9th. Play com-


After pulling crackers and wearing hats a Christ­ mas meal was enjoyed


The next meeting at Pend­ leton Village Hall will be on January 12th. The speaker will be Mrs S. Rhodes, of “Get Ahead Hats” and new members will be welcome.


Members wished each other a happy Christmas and thanked the staff before, the end of a very pleasant evening.


■ and an unusual enter­ tainment caused much merriment. ■


their firiends to a Christ­ mas dinner at Whalley Abbey.


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