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a say on turbines REGARDiNG the Carr Hall Garden Centre wind turbines planning applica tion, The “No Campaign” team wish to thank everyone for their support to date, with almost 300 letters of objection lodged with Ribble Valley Borough Council and a further 450 signatures collected. The message is “we must keep fight
ing this proposal”. RVBC has extended the deadline for comments due to NATS (National Air Traffic Safeguarding) and LCC Ecologist (Lancashire County Council) raising issues which have not been adequately addressed in the sub mission by Carr Hall Garden Centre and DC21 Group. We reiterate our plea for all residents, businesses and tourists of the Ribble Valley to continue to ob
ject to the Wind Turbines at Carr Hall Home and Garden Centre,
Wilpshire.ref: 3/2012/0539P and send these to: Graeme
' Thorpe, Planning Officer, Ribble Valley Borou^ Council, Clitheroe.
risk to horses and riders who use off road riding area close to the project area
paths within the project area •
wildlife and woodland within Carr Hall
concerns • environmental impact on the local
, boundary and adjoining farmlands • development on designated Green
Belt area. on behalf pd the No Campaign team
Barrow as a village ON February 23rd last, when the Ribble Valley Core Strategy was being discussed, I wrote to the Advertiser looking at some of the suggestions for the location of fu
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opment of 2,000 houses at Barrow and one of 1,400 houses at the Standen area. There had also been a letter from the Bar- row Lands Company suggesting that their plans for 500 houses at Barrow should be implemented. As it turned out the deci sion came down in favour of the Standen idea, but the latter proposal has just resur faced and plans have been submitted. At present there are to be just over 100
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houses on the old Barrow Print Works site, an appeal has been lodged over a plan for a further 104 on land next to Bar- row lodge; land incidentally earmarked for commercial purposes, and a further scheme for over 30 in the centre of the vil lage plus other minor proposals. If the proposed 500 houses are allowed
then we shall have a total of around 750 extra dwellings in Barrow more the dou bling the present number. Barrow will cease to be a village and become simply a small dormitory town with, no adequate amenities, for people working in the sur rounding, larger conurbations. No amenities or leisure facilities appear 11
small open areas designated as parks ' so It would appear that schools, medical ^m c e s and so on in both Whalley and Chtheroe would become overloaded. The effects on local traffic do not bear think ing about as vehicles from the proposed large development would have to come
^ apart from some extremely
ture housing in the Valley and their pos sible effects. Among the suggestions were a devel
VERONICA HARGREAVES,
and the potential loss of this equine rec reational amenity • noise pollution and associated health
pendent businesses • risk to walkers on the public foot
landscape • negative impact on tourism and de
following key issues: • damage to the visual amenity of rural
The “No Campaign” is focussing on the
either through Barrow to get to Clitheroe and the A59 or go through Whalley which already has enough traffic problems of its own. It has been suggested that traf fic flows like flood water and takes the easiest route, in which case the village of Wiswell might also find itself involved in urban style traffic jams and I suspect that we might return to pre A59 by-pass days when the slightest hold up of traffic in Whalley led to queues back through Bar- row and towards Clitheroe. The disposal of surface water and sew
age has always appeared to be marginal in both Barrow and Whalley and can only be exacerbated by developments on this scale. Plans for the large area of housing show a pumping station; where, I wonder, will it be pumped to where it can be satis factorily disposed of locally? All these proposals seem to have been
triggered by the imminent application of the local Core Strate^, with developers rushing to submit their applications be fore it might be too late. Naturally, local people feel dismayed and ovenvhelmed at what will produce catastrophic changes to their environment and are anxious that their feelings are made known. As a rela tively small community residents feel that it may be difficult to make their feeling adequately clear but the Barrow Action Group, which I mentioned in my last let ter, is preparing to muster all the support it can to oppose these changes. Finally, on February 21st last, Coun.
Hirst wrote to the paper giving a clear explanation of the Core Strategy and the reasons for its implementation. One of the things his statement mentioned was a commitment to preserving the rural na ture of the Ribble Valley. Barrow faces the loss of a considerable amount of valu able, open green space at present used for
officials will remember his remarks when, and if, it comes to decision time.
ARNOLD BETTESS, Barrow Action Group.
Support for Team
GB is flagging... ONFriday July 27th, the day of the Olym- ® opening ceremony, I noticed
Shhera^C^aSe I thought this odd as the Olympics is
a competition in which we compete as Great Bntain rather than individual home nations. I telephoned Ribble Valley Bor ough Council (RVBC) to be told that the person responsible for flag selection was
flag was still flying. When I called the council again I was able to speak to the lady who was responsible for the bor ough s flags and she told me that they were only complying with the advice of
London and spoke to the mL who gLe government and local authority adrice on appropriate flags. He told me tCt they only gave adpce on what flags to fly on
officially flying the flag of St Georee on one day onlv-St Georap’c
l dayon GeorgVsD;y! On all other notable days thev advkf*ri
flying the Union Flag. During the Olym pus government buildings were in s tm S to fly either the OlympifFlag or th^TJn
ion Flag and local authoritifs were rec’ ommended to follow suit. I relayed that information to the lady at RVBC^and she
birthdaj^ Commonwealth Day, Remem- ®.P
days such as tL Queen’s ffiat they adTsTd
Great Britain, the Union Jack So I telephoned the Department in
Sport. I thought it odd that during the official advice was that we “’3" ffie flag of
Culture, Media and
away, but that my observation would be passed on. By Tuesday July 31st the St George’s
our councillors and RVBC cannot claim that they n ’
promised to look into it at once At thp time of ^ b n g this letter, Monday Aum« 6th, the St George;s Flag is still fl/ing the castle - and this after a wekenH
s"'o>len with visitor
know which flag they should be flying "p I can only conclude that either they don’
have a Union Flag or they want to sligh the performance of non-English athlete such^ J^dy Murray, who have delighted
the British nation with their hero^ ex ploitsl
NORMAN COPE Castle Street, Clitheroe If farmers fail then should be set alongside nearly eveiy other
sector of fanning in this country suffering from time to time. Why?
It is mainly because nobody really cares
about farmers; after all we all know how they are quick to moan, whilst riding round m big vehicles, making roads dirty creatmg smell and noise whilst destroying wildlife and habitat. These views are wide ly held in a population that has been fed cheap unsustainable food for years, has no connect with the realities of rural life or the methods of food production. The real facts are that farmers are at the
mercy of everybody’s brickbats. They are producers of food products, which in the main sell at whatever price their custom ers are prepared to give, whilst on the oth er hand suffering rising costs of fuel, feed, and fertiliser (to name but three). They are “price taker” not “price makers”. The life o f a livestock farmer is just
about impossible, when every government department want forms filling, returns fil ing, and inspections passed. Farmers and their families work incredible hours, for little return or thanks. The price of milk in the supermarket is only one of many issues to be addressed. But I feel certain that if the price of milk does rise in the supermarket by say 5p per pint, that this amount would not be paid to the farmer; others would grab their percentage first. Bear in
mind.the following facts. 1)
This country has a massive balance of pay ments deficit in food, with us being reli ant on imports in every major food sector. 2) Every household (on average) throws away £700 worth of food every' year. 3) When was the last time you heard of a su permarket in difficulties? If farrners are not supported they will
not survive, for those old enough to re member food rationing this will send shiv ers down the spine. The world population . is growing rapidly; there is a finite (indeed shrinking) amount of viable agricultural land, which along with climate change makes the future of a vibrant and profit able agricultural sector absolutely vital. HOWARD BLACKBURN, Holme Hill, Clitheroe
keep
Shorter route will some in dark
I WISH the Torchlight Committee all the best for August 25th. Maybe I am wrong but I am sure the
route is only half of what it used to be. Why is the procession not going down Bawdlands to St Paul’s Church then turn ing left and going round the roundabout on Garnett Road and back up Henthom Road? Now a lot of the older people who can’t get up town will miss out. . ALANJOHNSON,
Langshaw Drive, Clithcroe
we all lose out THE current crisis in dairy farming is not a new crisis, but one that bubbles awav and resurfaces from time to time. **
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reen Kendal gave the vote of thanks.
The hall has an indoor bowling mat and some equipment not being used at present. Are there any bowlers out there who can get a few friends together for the winter months? Friday evenings are free at the minute, but when it’s gone it’s gone. Call
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VValk Join the Chatburn and District Branch of the Royal British legion for their annual spon sored walk on Sunday August 12th in the Yorkshire Dales from Yockenthwaite. It will take in glorious scenery for about sfac miles with a pub lunch. Contact Mandy and Denis Bren nan for more details and a sponsor form or just give a donation to the Poppy Appeal on the day. CaU 01200441551.
Poppy Appeal The grand total of £1,530
was raised at the annual cheese and wine garden party for the Poppy Ap peal. Thank you to eve- lyone who gave time or money - it all helps the most worthy cause of the Poppy appeal help ing serving and ex-serv ing personnel and their families in need.
CHIPPING
Tractor Run Chipping Annual Trac tor Run in aid of North West Air Ambulance and Park Lee Hospice will be held on Sunday September 2nd, depart ing at 10 a.m. prompt from Green Lane Show Field, Chipping. For in quiries or to take part please contact Stuart Marginson 01995 61382.
Women’s Institute Dorothy Preston wel comed members and guests to the August meeting of Chipping WI held on August 1st in the village hall. The guest speaker, Sheila
. Kilroy, gave a very in triguing demonstration of encaustic art using wax and an iron.' Do-
What’s on Want to try something something different? Ziimba is starting on Tuesdays from Septem ber 11th for 10 weeks at 7 p.m. at Billington and Langho Hall, off Whal ley Road near the Petre Arms. Contact 07772 790954. Thursday night Badminton are- still looking for more play ers to join them at the hall, call 07966 425504.
Sheila Dewhurst won the raffle. Doreen Kendal won the competition for a homemade craft and the birthday flowers were presented to Shei la Dewhurst.
Please pass your name to Jean or Mona if you are
, interested in joining the lunch group, meeting at noon in the viliage hall car park on Wednesday August 22nd.
The next meeting of Chip ping WI will be on Sep tember 5th when Franc es King will give a talk about “Mercyships”. The competition will be for a model ship.
New members and visitors always welcome.
DOWNHAM
Women’s Institute Downham WI enjoyed a lively and interest ing evening at the July meeting.
First there was an enjoy able report from county chairwoman Mary Gib-
Thursday’s meeting was an informative talk by Isobel Stirk on the Bronte sisters. Every one is familiar with the Bronte sisters’ lives and many have visited the parsonage at Haworth.
Downham WI ran a suc cessful stall selling homemade cakes for Downham Hall Open Gardens Day on Au gust 4th and 5th. It was a wonderful two days, the sun shone, the cream
Downham WI is looking forward to its annual
, teas were excellent and the gardens were won derful. A quintessential- ly En^sh summers day. Thanks to eveiyone who made cakes for the stall.
, Isobel filled in the de tails of their lives and made them real people with their achievements, disappointments and tragedies. Everyone was left with an impression of what clever, spikey, strong women they were and how they overcame the formidable chal lenges of the.tiines.
: women to choosing the outfit, including the dif ficulty of choosmg a hat, and attending the gar- den party itself. Mary described a wonderful day which included beautiful weather and being lucky enough to be presented to royalty.
•son about her visit to one of the royal jubilee garden parties hosted by HM The Queen. Mary described the process from being chosen from a ballot of WI chair-
-' day dinner taking place on October 17th.
Members were reminded about the mystery trip taking place on Septem ber 19th and the birth-
outing on August 16th, which is a canal trip from Skipton, supper included, at a cost of £12-50. To sign up for
• the outing contact Chris Newhouse on 01200 446620.
GRINDLETON
Horticultural show Gentlemen, it’s time again
something, from pot plants, vegetables, flo ral art, baking and pre serves and photography. If you have taken a local winter photograph an other series of Christmas cards is planned again. People are urged to join in with this friendly competition and raise funds for the Recrea tion Ground Charity. Afternoon tea is served from 2-30 p.m. on the day so cakes are needed for this plus helpers to set up and clear away. Please volunteer. Entry forms to Mandy Bren nan telephone 01200 441551 by 5 p.m. on Fri day August 24th.
HARROPFOLD • come.
Fellowship The speaker at Harrop Fold Chapel was Gra ham Norcross, of Pres ton. He spoke on the Promises of God, how we should take hold of them and act on them as “active Christians”. On Monday some of the Fellowship attended the Annual Fylde Bible Convention at Inskip. Inspiring messages •were given during the evening including one by the renowned blind evangelist and pian ist Peter Jackson. On Sunday the Rev Di ane Hunter will be the speaker. All are wel-
HURST GREEN
Book fair There will be a book fair this Saturday, August 11th, at St Joha’s Old School. It will be open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there will be all kinds of books, dvds and vintage videos. Homemade re-.
to get out the chocolate cake recipes and prac tice your baking for Grindleton Horticul tural Show on Saturday August 25th. Start pre paring now and down load a schedule from the Grindleton village website or call in and get one from Mandy Brennan, Anne Huson or-Norman Kelly. All residents of Grindle ton and from members of Grindleton-based groups and societies and all ages can enter
3-|n-1 coffee stop. This popular drop in is
WI barbecue There will be bowling and
a barbecue for all WI members on Thursday August 23rd. Please contact Barbara Herd, 826350, to confirm your attendance.
Art and craft fair There will be an art and craft fair at the Memo
rial Hall on Sunday Sep tember 23rd with many
handmade on sale. There are still some spaces available for those wishing to have a stall. Please call Anna Thomas 07716272129 for further details.
KNOWLE GREEN
Whist Drive There were 21 tables in play at the last of the
■ tea and biscuits.
. at 7-30 p.m. Admission is £1-50 which includes
. regular fqrtm'ghtly whist and domino drives held in the village hall. Eve ryone is most welcome at these events and the next one will be held on Monday August 13th with play commencing
Concert The Lunchtime Concert at the village hall today (Thursday) will fea-r ture The Arion Wind Quintet. The concert on Thursday August 16th will feature Luke Jones on piano. Luke was a prize winner in the fi nals of the Manchester International Concerto Competition for young pianists in August 2011. Luke’s programme in cludes Chaconne in D minor Bach-Busoni and Etude in C sharp minor • Scriabin. The concerts are presented by John Travis Events and tick ets can be booked by phoning 01254 826948. Admission is £15 includ ing luncheon and there are concessions.
Open GareJens It has been a poor sum
mer for gardens, butthe Knowle Green Open Garden event for 2013 is already being planned with positive hopes for better weather. The dates chosen for the event is the weekend of June 29th and 30th. Keen gardeners are be ing sought in the area who will be willing to open their garden for the event. If you would' like to help please tele phone 01254 878447. If you haye never thought of doing something hke this in the past, please do not be put off by
closed throughout Au gust and open again on Monday September 3rd.
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the thought, your visi tors are not looking for perfection, in the main they are other garden ers who understand all the problems yoii are facing and who just love the beauty and peace of gardens. They will thank you for allowing you the pleasure of visiting your garden.
Bible Week The First Ribble Valley Family Bible Week is to commence on Wednes day August 22nd with a series of events planned until Sunday August 26th. As well as'semi nar to be held in the village hall there will be events in church and on the camp site. Day visi tors are most welcome. The children’s Holiday Bible Club runs from Thursday August 23rd and admission is £1 per child. More details of
' all these events can be obtained by phoning Pastor Chris Okpoti on 01254878394.
LANGHO
Church news There will be a 9 a.m. Holy
Communion Service held at St Leonard’s Church, Langho, fol lowed by a Family Com munion at 10-30 a.m. Both services will be conducted by the Rev Andrew Malcom and refreshments will be served after the 10-30 a.m. service. All are most welcome!
LOW MOOR
Darts The Low Moor mens team
was defeated 5-2 by the Craven Heifer.
Live music The entertainment at the Low Moor Club on Sat urday night will be the rock band 1335, also Play Your Cards Right arid a beer draw. Every one welcome.
Fund raising On Sunday a full day of fund-raising activities for a local charity will be held, including a morn-
• Club to Brungerley Park and then round the sculpture trail there. The rest of the day will be filled with a barbe cue, face painting and various other activities for all the family.
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