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Welcome to our SEPTEMBER edition of LINK-Magazine.

Well its been a mixed Summer as weather is concerned but that’s not stopped all us local folk enjoying what the area has to offer, as we have seen you all out and about. Rain what’s that we live by the sea? We like water.

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Located in what has become Blackpool’s South Shore dining hotspot on Highfield Road, Constantine’s opened in 2008 and offers both Italian and British cuisine in a vibrant and warm atmosphere. The restaurant has a very Mediterranean feel inside with large exotic murals on the walls and contemporary furniture. It is split into two areas, a comfortable bar for pre-dinner drinks and a main dining area with room for 50 diners in all. The ethos here is value for money with all food freshly prepared on the premises using local suppliers where possible but at keen prices. Expect dishes such as sea bass, shoulder of lamb, pork loin and steaks all

cooked with fresh sauces and priced at around £10. They have a weekly changing specials board and an early bird menu from just £8.99 for 2 courses and a drink. Parties of up to 50 people can hire out the restaurant and plenty of on-street parking is always free. Constantine’s is open Monday to Saturday, 5-10pm and Sunday, 3-8pm.


AUTUMN TOUR 2011 ARRIVES IN BLACKPOOLCircus Starr, ‘The Circus With A Purpose’ is proud to announce their ‘Autumn Tour 2011’ which will arrive in Blackpool on Thursday 22nd September 2011, in support of Blue Skies Hospital Fund – Blackpool Victoria Hospital – Children’s Ward.

Circus Starr’s unique ethos is to raise thousands of pounds for local charities from the advance sales of tickets to local businesses. These tickets can then be donated to local community groups who otherwise would not get the chance to enjoy the magic of circus.

With this kind support from local businesses, in 2010 Circus Starr donated £1,216,159 worth of tickets to UK communities.

Circus Starr, is also pleased to announce it has launched as a Community Interest Company or CIC for short. They are proud to join over 3,100 CIC’s ranging from tiny community based organisations to multimillion pound enterprises. CIC’s were introduced by the United Kingdom government in 2005 and designed for Social Enterprises, which Circus Starr became in June 2010.

Circus Starr Director Neville Wilson said “We are delighted with our programme for 2011 and launching as a Community Interest Company; this highlights our dedication to the UK’s communities and encompasses all the work we do with local essential charities and community groups. We are convinced this year will be a resounding success.”

Audiences will be taken on a journey from the strolling minstrels and jesters of Medieval Times through the circus of our Victorian ancestors to the contemporary circus of the 21st Century.

The magic of the circus ring is timeless, within this enchanted circle, time stands still or can go backwards or forwards in the blink of an eye. With music and costumes galore, Circus Starr will dramatically illustrate the ever changing mercurial evolution of one of the world’s most thrilling art forms.

This is your chance to witness the sensational springboard acrobats from the amazing Julio Troupe from Bulgaria, combined with supreme aerialists from Kazakhstan, Trio Serik, who will be on hanging straps high in the roof of the traditional Big Top.

Encounter the unbelievable somersaults performed on Chinese poles and watch artists dice with death on the cloud swing trapeze, all whilst the spectacular Big Top is echoing with laughter from the antics of our crazy clowns Duo Delbosq from France and Romania.

Circus Starr, ‘Autumn Tour 2011’ will be entertaining Blackpool for one day only –Thursday 22nd September 2011 at The Solaris Centre, Harrowside, New South Promenade with two shows at 4.45pm & 7pm.

Circus Starr· Starr in Community CIC launched in February 2011 but will remain under the trading name of Circus Starr. For information on how to help support Circus Starr call 01260 288 690 or email [email protected] or go to our website www.circus-starr.co.uk

Community Interest Companies· Community Interest companies (CIC) are a new type of limited company designed specifically for those wishing to operate for the benefit of the community rather than the benefit of the owners.

· This means a CIC cannot be formed or used solely for the personal gain of a particular person, or group of people.

· Circus Starr is limited by guarantee and has a statutory ‘Assets Lock’ to prevent the assets and profits being distributed, making it a true not for profit organisation. All profits that we make will go directly to the charities we work with.

Blue Skies Hospital Fund – Blackpool Victoria Hospital – Children’s Ward

· For more information please visit www.blueskieshospitalfund.org.uk


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Blackpool Ice Twirlers Gala Performances The Arena at Pleasure Beach Blackpool has long been famous for hosting amazing ice shows in-cluding the much loved Hot Ice Show. Joining the line up of spectacular ice performances are The Blackpool Ice Twirlers who return for their biggest show yet this September!

The Blackpool Ice Twirlers are a team of young skaters who, over the past 13 years, have performed at ice rinks nationally and in Europe giving spectacular ice performances showcasing their ability to not only perform intricate routines but to also twirl batons, ribbons and poi at the same time as skating. They have skated before Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean and even featured in a TV advert with Peter Kay!

The Gala Performances this year will feature skaters ranging from the age of 10 years upwards. Professional skaters such as Dancing on Ice skating star Katie Stainsby who partnered with Vanilla Ice will also be joining the line up for a spectacle of glitz, glamour, fun and entertainment.

Proceeds from the performances are donated to charities, with this year’s production supporting Woodlands School, a local charity helping chil-dren with learning difficulties. Last year’s Gala was held in support of the “Help for Heroes” charity and raised over £3,700. With an extra two shows added to this year’s run it is hoped that the shows will raise a record breaking amount of money for the charity.

Funds raised will help Woodlands School provide specialist equipment – the Acheeva Learning Station – which will greatly enhance the learning experiences of a number of pupils in school. For some, the only time they can stretch and move is when they are out of their wheelchair. The Acheeva Learning Station enables a child to have this important freedom of movement not otherwise possible, whilst safely accessing the curriculum alongside their peers.

The Blackpool Ice Twirlers Gala runs on Saturday 10th, 17th and 24th September at 4.30pm. So for a fantastic night out of live entertainment with proceeds helping a great local charity be sure to get your tickets for the Blackpool Ice Twirlers Gala Performances. Tickets are available from The Arena, Pleasure Beach Blackpool, over the phone on 0871 222 9090 or online at www.pleas-urebeachresort.com/twirlers. Ticket prices: Adults £5.00 in advance £6.50 on the day Child/Seniors £2.50 in advance £3.50 on the day Family (2+2) £14.00 in advance £15.00 on the day


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This year’s MEMORY WALK to raise vital funds for the fight against DEMENTIA will take place on Sunday 18th Sept at the Model Village in Stanley Park 10.30 for 11am start. Details from the Alzheimers Local Office (see below)

ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGSBLACKPOOL: meet at Independent Living Centre, 259 Whitegate Dr, Blackpool, FY3 9JL. 1pm - 3pm on the 3rd Monday of the month. Next meetings Sept 19th, Oct 17th, Nov 21st, Sep 19th For further information please contact Alison or Sharon at the local Dementia/Alzheimers Office 01253 - 312893

‘Forest Gate Baptist Church (near Stanley Park) Services every Sunday at 10.45am and 6.30pm. For full details of other activities, please see our website www.fgbcblackpool.co.uk’

Summer Special Concerts 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the months June to October - 7th Sept Pilling Band, 21st Sept Melody Makers, 5th Oct Guardian Concert Band, 19th Oct Frank Flynn Band. All at North Shore Methodist Church - Dickson Road Blackpool 7.30pm each evening £4.00 including refreshments

Lung Cancer Support GroupThis meeting is for anyone affected by Lung Cancer. They meet of the 1st Wednesday of each month at 1pm, Whitegate Resource Centre, 259 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9JL. This group has nursing input. For further details contact Donna Sheridan on Telephone: 01772 647040 0r Mobile: 07508 375679 or e mail [email protected]

Blackpool and the Fylde French Circle; Monday 26th September 8pm St Margaret’s Church Hall, Rowsley Road, St Annes; Presentation with slides on Egypt; Non-members welcome; Enquiries 723265 or 724472.

ANNIVERSARY CHARITY BALL 24 September at 7:30 pm, Hilton Hotel BlackpoolNorth Promenade, Blackpool, United KingdomGill and Alan Payne are hosting a Charity Ball to celebrate their Silver (25th) Wedding Anniversary.4 course meal / Drinks Reception / Entertainment / Diamond Raffle / Prize Draw / Dancing, it will be a great night out.

Tickets: £26.00 per person / £47.00 per couple (saving £5.00) / Table of 10 only £225.00 (saving £35.00). Where else could you get all the above for that price!

ALL PROFIT from the night will be going to our local Kidney patients charity - The Lancashire & South Cumbria Kidney Patients Association, run by kidney patients for kidney patients. We support this because Gill’s father suffered from kidney disease and the husband of a very good friend died from it.

If anyone thinks they can’t attend but feels they could donate their services in any way or maybe a Prize for the Grand Draw we would be very grateful. The less we have to pay out the more we make for the charity. Thank You. Gill & Alan Payne xxxContact Gill at Trident Printers on 01253 792110or mobile; 078111 574 58.

Stitch & Chat Club - Every Monday. Classes for over 60’s with tuition in card making, general crafts, crochet, knit-ting & cross stitch. Further info contact Brenda Kovacs 01253 405138. Venue: Dunsop Court, off waterloo Road, South Shore.

PARKINSON”S UKThe monthly meeting of the Blackpool branch will take place at 7-30pm on Monday October 3rd at our new meeting venue, Cleveleys Park Methodist Church Hall, West Drive Cleveleys FY5 2BL.

Further Information From Marjorie Fleming 01253 868086 Email: [email protected] Whyham 01253 893571 Email: [email protected]

Blackpool Victoria Hospital Walking Club Sunday 11th September. Horton in Ribblesdale. Pick ups St Annes – Blue Anchor and points in-between. Children welcome ring 346384.

Blackpool’s Fireworks Championships where the skies above Blackpool will once again light up this September as fabulous fireworks return to the resort.The event will gather together the crème de la crème of the world’s firework elite and promises a mouth-watering series of shows with jaw-dropping entertainment for all the family - and a great opportunity for visitors to take an extended weekend break.

Build up will commence around 7.30pm Fireworks from approximately 8.30pm. All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.

Friday 9th September GFA Pyro, CanadaFriday 16th September Rohr, GermanyFriday 23rd September Foti International, AustraliaFriday 30th September non competing closing ceremony exhibition display by Kimbolton Fireworks

Blackpool IlluminationsSeptember 2nd - November 6th

Have you seen them? The sort of spectacle that everyone should see at least once, Blackpool Illuminations enthral millions of visitors every year. The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpool’s attraction since 1879 when they were described as ‘Artifi-cial Sunshine’.

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A Horrible Day in the Dungeon! I’ve had a horrible day, shut in a dark room with strangers, shouted at, had blood and guts sprayed on me and finally been beheaded. That all went to plan then for the preview at Blackpools newest Dungeon attraction!

By 1 September, all eight of Merlins attractions will be open in Blackpool, including of course, the new Blackpool Dungeon which has been previewing this afternoon.

The guests were met for their afternoon of terror at the brand new entrance at the back corner of the building. It’s a living a breathing attraction and the starring ghouls, torturers and spirits marched along the precinct banging their drums and chanting their spells to the delight of the hoards who instantly gathered to watch. Chief Judge read out the edict proclaiming the attraction open, and asked the witches to lead the way!

Having your head chopped off by a stranger is an entertaining start to an afternoon, and it only got better, as a small group were led into the depths of the building, and into the darkness - to be greeted by the first in a line of weirdos with bad teeth! The black jester asked ‘Why does history keep repeating itself’ (answer, because no one listened the first time!) and he’s also got a natty line in songs and rhymes!

Bundled into a cage we began the descent to hell, and through a series of rooms, corridors and doors, being jumped at by dead bodies, narrowly missing the emptying of the jerry through a window, and various other cold draughts and insults. The route is through history and the plague, the marauding Vikings and Saxons, the Civil War and nearby Skippool Creek with a bit of local historical fact thrown in for good measure.

The nurse was particularly entertaining, although hopefully not available on the NHS! Pity the poor ‘volunteer’ strapped to the chair who had his buboes cured through removal of his insides. We felt his ills being cured with

leeches as they wiggled under our seats and his screams were curdling - so were ours when we were sprayed with his blood and guts!

The Witches of Pendle Hill is a piece of Lancashire history and this afternoon we met one of them - swinging by the neck, having been tried and found guilty. Apparently we’d all been condemned and went to the next room to meet our own fate.

Strapped to a bench we came face to face with the jury, were tried and condemned and the lever was pulled..... at which point we plunged to our end with much screaming!

The attraction is an hour and ten minutes or so, plus the time it takes you to navigate the horrors for sale in the Dungeon shop, is very well done and very high quality all round. I remember the Chamber of Horrors in the old Madame Tussauds in the 70’s and it’s very much not like that at all. The costumes and make-up are excellent and how do they make their teeth look so foul? Even on the first previews it was a slick production, where the only hiccups were a slightly stuck door and the Judges hat falling off in the middle of the trial! You’d really have thought that the actors had been doing it all their life instead of this being one of their first performances to strangers. A slight smell of fillers was the only thing that reminded you that this was all brand spanking new, and I quite like the smell of fillers anyway!

The Merlin way is to offer combination ticketing, with the slogan ‘The more you see, the more you save’. So if you want to come on holiday and go to several attractions over the course of a few days you will save more by buying the combination that suits you. An adult ticket to the Dungeon is £14.40 when bought alone, and you can save more with a ‘First to Scream’ offer if you buy tickets online before the 1 September, from www.thedungeons.com. The Dungeon is open from this Saturday (27 August).And get this, the manager is really called Gary Blackadder. How could you find a better job with a name like that!

Merlin aim to make memorable experiences with their attractions and that’s exactly what they have done in the Dungeon. ‘Have a horrible day.....’

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