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A quarterly lifestyle magazine for Rochdale and surrounding areas. Issue 21, Winter 2009.TRANSCRIPT
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2 FUNDRAISING IN STYLE
rochdale’s star-studded charity events
4 WATERLOO ROAD EXCLUSIVE
shannon Flynn talks to style
8 CELEBRATING MUSICAL TALENT
The Back Door Music Project
11 20 YEARS AT NUMBER ONE
Lisa stansfield on rochdale’s music scene
14 RIGHT ON YOUR DOORSTEP
shopping in Heywood
16 STEP BACK IN TIME
Heywood’s wartime weekend
21 BORN & BRED
Local actress sue Devaney
22 OUR DAY OUT
a Brief encounter
24 ON STAGE
Whitworth goes Back to the 80’s
30 FESTIVE FUN
Christmas shopping guide
38 MORNING CAMPERS!
actress Nikki Kelly talks to style
40 BEATING THE WINTER BLUES
Beauty treatments to make you smile
42 GOOD FOOD GUIDE
Dine out in style this Christmas
48 KIDS PAGE
Puzzles, competitions and more!
51 YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT
Win a six-week slimming course
52 WINTER GARDENING
Tim Baylis gives his seasonal tips
54 FUTURE CLASSICS
Motoring tips from Mark D’apice
56 HOSPICE NEWS
recent events at springhill Hospice
59 WHATS COOKING
andrew Nutter’s favourite recipe
60 COMPETITIONS
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62 COMMUNITY
Catching up with life in rochdale
64 WHAT’S ON
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COver PHOTOgraPH: rOCHDaLe aCTress sHaNNON FLyNN,WHO PLays eMILy JaMes IN BBC serIes WaTerLOO rOaD –IMage COurTesy OF THe BBC aND sHeD PrODuCTIONs.
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WELCOME TO THE WINTERISSUE OF STYLE
Dear reaDers
Our winter edition is packed with ideas of
where to shop, dine and relax this
christmas. It has been a tough trading year
for local businesses, but with the festive
season approaching there has never been
a better time to spend your money in the
town, and don’t forget parking on council
carparks is Free after 3pm.
at style we have always supported the idea
of shopping locally, so during the build up to
Christmas we urge you to pay our local
independent retailers a visit.
as we enter our sixth year the style team
would like to wish you all a very Merry
Christmas and a prosperous new year.
Colin Meredith
editor
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A special Mirror Thriller evening, raising
money for Breast Cancer Treatment, was
held at Rochdale’s award winning
Nutters restaurant in October. The event,
hosted by Marabella Boutique, in
Norden, included a cocktail reception, a
three-course dinner, live music, dancers
and a fashion show previewing
Marabella’s autumn and winter
collection, plus lingerie from the Ann
Summers range. The evening raised
£1,000 for Breast Cancer Treatment and
Care for Cancer Research UK.
Casino Royale
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The Gem Appeal gambled on a fundraising evening with
a difference, at Nutters restaurant in September. Among
the special guests were GEM supporters, husband and
wife actors, Sue Jenkins and David Fleeshman.
The James Bond Casino Royale event was a great
success raising £2500 for the charity.
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Once again, the popular 20-episode
BBC One series has been filmed in
and around Rochdale, with the
former Hilltop School being transformed
into Waterloo Road.
However, it’s all change this year, as the
Comprehensive has merged with local
private school John Fosters, much to the
annoyance of the teachers and pupils.
Young Rochdale actress, Shannon Flynn,
stars as new character Emily James, whose
storyline got off to a dramatic start, when
her father was murdered in the very first
episode. The 13-year-old has joined a star-
studded cast, with Jenna Louise Coleman
(Jasmine, Emmerdale) playing her older
sister, Lindsay.
I caught up with Shannon to discuss her
newfound fame and what it’s like to enrol at
the most popular school on television.
When did you first start acting?I did some shows at Primary school and
then I started at starstruck Theatre
school when I was six. My professional
debut was in 2005, when I played a
Babe in Babes in the Wood at the
gracie Fields Theatre. Then, in 2007, I
was back at gracie Fields when I played
annie for rochdale amateur Operatic
society.
Were you already a fan of Waterloo
Road before you got the part of Emily?
yes I watched it from series One,
episode One. so when I first found out
about my audition for it I was literally
dancing around the kitchen! after the
audition my mum was on the phone to
my agent and she said they wanted to
offer me the part - I was screaming in the
car. We had to pull over!
What is it like playing Emily? How would
you describe her?
emily wears her heart on her sleeve and
hates it when anything is said about her
family. she’s the opposite of her sister,
Lindsay, because Lindsay lashes out,
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A NEW TERM IS UNDERWAY AT WATERLOO ROAD,
BRINGING WITH IT A HOST OF NEW FACES INCLUDING TOM
CHAMBERS, WILL ASH AND SARAH JANE POTTS, PLUS
WATERLOO ROAD REGULARS SUCH AS JASON DONE, EVA
POPE, ANGELA GRIFFIN AND DENISE WELCH.
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emily just cries all the time. I am actually
quite like emily, in the fact that i’m not
really a big fighter!
How have your family and friends
reacted to you joining Waterloo Road?
They’re really supportive. I’ve had loads
of texts and facebook messages, which
is a bit surreal really.
What are the Waterloo Road cast like?
everyone is great! I get along well with
reece who plays Denzil, because we’ve
got quite a lot of scenes together and
he’s a really nice guy. and i’m good
friends with ayesha (amy) and Holly
(sambuca). They’re all really easy to get
along with. eva Pope is so nice as well
and really funny.
Before Waterloo road, I was in Macbeth
at The royal exchange Theatre in
Manchester. Jason Done, who plays
Tom Clarkson in Waterloo road was in it
too, so we made friends there and it’s
nice that we’ve been able to work
together again. and Jenna who plays my
sister is really nice and a really good
actress.
Any funny stories?
yes I was filming a scene in the
staffroom with angela griffin, who plays
Kim Campbell. she’s eating a cheese
sandwich and she takes me over to get
a biscuit, whilst there’s a fight going on
between Jo Lipsett and steph Haydock.
everyone just burst out laughing
because angela had cheese hanging
out of her mouth! and they filmed two full
minutes of her laughing non-stop.
What has been
the toughest scene to film?
We did a fight scene in episode four
where emily and Lindsay get jumped on
the way home from school and I fell over
twice in that when I wasn’t supposed to. I
had to stick up for Lindsay and Michaela
pushes me out of the way, but I tripped
over my own feet and then went flying!
Then later on I fell
backwards into a ditch,
with my legs up in the air -
and they got it all on tape!
What have been your
favourite scenes so far?
My favourite scene to film
was in the second episode,
with Denzil in the dinner
hall. They didn’t show it all in
the end, but I was slurping
spaghetti and I ended up
getting it stuck between my
teeth! That was a fun scene
to film. The scene where I
found out my dad was dead
obviously wasn’t fun, but it was a good
chance for me to show that I could do a
sad scene. and there’s a scene coming
up in episode ten which I think my
friends are going to give me a bit of grief
about!
What is coming up for your character?
emily’s story unravels and things are
explained. I was only supposed to be in
ten episodes, but then they asked me to
be in all twenty and i’m starting filming
on the next series soon. I think they’ve
kept me in because they like my
character and the way things are
working with Denzil, because he didn’t
really have any friends in his year
before. I don’t have a clue what’s coming
up in the next series, but I’m hoping for
some happier storylines!
What is the best thing about being in
Waterloo Road?
Just meeting everybody and filming at
the school, even though it was all a bit
surreal at first.
Do people recognise you from the
series?
Not that much. But my friend, andy,
always goes up to people in town and
points out that i’m in Waterloo road! It’s
a bit embarrassing! and people at
school keep asking me if i’m in
Waterloo road.
Is it hard juggling filming with
schoolwork?
I have a tutor on set and my school
(Oulder Hill Community school) is really
supportive. They give me work to take
with me when i’m filming. I have lots of
breaks because filming takes a long
time. The assembly scene in the very
first scene of the first episode was about
a minute long but it took a whole day to
film, because there were so many
different people to shoot.
What is your dream job?
I want to carry on acting but i’d love to do
more theatre and maybe a comedy
sketch or something a bit more
lighthearted.
Do you have any advice for budding
young actresses?
It sounds really cheesy but if you really
want to do it as a career, just push
yourself and go for it.
Ruth Meredith
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Celebrating loCal talent
In 2010, The Back Door Music Project celebrates a decadeof nurturing the town’s new creative talent. The project,based at The Broadwater Centre, Smith Street, has helpedhundreds of young people, from across the borough, todevelop their skills in a fun and safe environment. Sinceappearing on Channel Four’s The Secret Millionaire lastyear, The Back Door has finally started to gain therecognition and support it deserves. Lisa Stansfieldrecently commented, “The Back Door Music Project doesamazing stuff for kids; developing their talent and givingthem the confidence to utilise their skills.”
The project has already made a positivedifference to the lives of many youngpeople in the town and things are going
from strength to strength. The Back DoorMusic Project is celebrating a recent grantaward from the Big Lottery Fund. The grant ofjust over £140,000 has taken the total funding,for the next three years, to almost £180,000.
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The much-needed funding boost will allowThe Back Door to increase the number ofFriday nights it opens each year, secureexisting staff positions, create new postsand provide new, exciting activities foryoung people across Rochdale. New plansfor the next three years include developinga drop in café for young people after school,skateboard facilities, an art project andgallery and a youth volunteering program.The Back Door will also provide rehearsaland recording facilities and creativeworkshops.
The Back Door Music Project receivesfunding from the Youth Opportunity Fundand Link4Life, with band nights alsogenerating income to fund more creativeworkshops. After featuring on The SecretMillionaire, the project secured furtherfunding through the V:Match fundprogramme to employ a volunteercoordinator and begin a volunteeringprogramme for young people. Volunteeringwill provide even greater opportunities for
young people to increase their educationand employment prospects.
“We are excited and scared in equalmeasures at the minute!”, says projectcoordinator Carol Moore. “This news hassecured our medium term future andallows us to get bigger and better andprovide more of what the young people areasking us for every week. We will be able toopen every Friday night soon and provide awider range of activities for a larger numberof young people. The project is also settingup a youth management committee so thatusers have more of a say in what goes onhere and we are hoping to do more workwith the professional music sector.”
The Mayor of Rochdale, Councillor KeithSwift, who chose The Back Door MusicProject as his mayoral charity, commented,“I owe Back Door a lot in my ownrecording career and I’m really pleased tobe able to give something back and supportthem this year.”
Carol Moore added, “Being chosen as oneof the Mayor’s charities this year has reallyhelped raise our profile within the boroughand beyond. We’ve got all sorts of newopportunities opening up this year; jamnights, recording and rehearsal spaces,tutoring sessions, recording andperformance workshops – it’s really comingalive!”n
Ruth Meredith
CD LAUNCH… COMING SOON!
Stave Music and The Back Door Music Project havejoined forces, to create an exciting 19-track compilationalbum of local talent and new music. The aim of thealbum is to raise local awareness about the thrivingmusic scene we have right under our noses and raisethe local profile for all those showcased on the album.
The album will be launched early next year. Look outfor the spring issue of Style when we will have moredetails, plus 500 copies to giveaway!
Ahost of music fans, along
with a number of famous
faces gathered to celebrate
Rochdale's contribution to
British musical heritage.
Emmerdale actor, Dominic Brunt (Paddy
Kirk) came along to show his support. Joy
Division and New Order bassist Peter
Hook, Andy McCluskey from OMD, John
Robb from Goldblade and Cargo Studios
founder John Brierley also joined in the
celebrations.
BLUEPLAQUE EVENTS
An English Heritage blueplaque was recently unveiledat the old Cargo Studio inKenion Street, which playedhost to the likes of JoyDivision, The Fall, NewOrder, The Stone Roses andThe Inspiral Carpets.
Musical icons, together with the Mayor of Rochdale, also
attended a special unveiling of another blue plaque on
Market Street, Heywood. The plaque marks the former
Tractor Studios, which were funded by the late legendary
DJ, John Peel. John Peel once worked at Townhead Mill in
Rochdale and music fans gathered in the centre to learn
about its musical past and listen to a video message from
his widow on the large TV screen.
Chris Hewitt, manager of seventies cult band Tractor,
organised both the blue plaque events, as a tribute to the
rich musical heritage of the area.
Following the unveilings of plaques in Heywood and
Rochdale, The Back Door Music Project hosted a
reception, which saw Peter Hook, Section 25 and Martin
Coogan perform. They teamed up with a new generation of
Rochdale music, The Pins and 2Tone, to celebrate music in
the borough, both past and present. n
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In time for Lisa's second album "Real Love" theequipment had been upgraded with the inclusionof an Amek Mozart console loaded with RupertNeve modules. The album was recorded andmixed entirely at Gracieland.
It was the sound of the Amek board thatgenerated interest in the Amek 9098, that hassince become the centrepiece of the studio.
Now in its twentieth year, Gracieland isestablished as a successful commercialrecording studio.
Speaking about the town’s hidden talent, LisaStansfield commented: “I think Rochdale is acreative town… over the years it has beenquietly producing some well respected andsuccessful artists; writers, actors, musicians.Some achieve more than others, but you onlyhave to go to the Cemetery Hotel or TheBaum Pub to see and hear the assortment ofpeople who make Rochdale the interestingplace that it is. You always find that there’smore creativity going on in the background oftowns, rather than cities and this talent needsan outlet. Rochdale certainly has a lot ofuntapped creativity.”
Lisa added, “It has been said recently thatRochdale has lost its musical charm but withlocal bands like The Sticks, Finelines, Tyro andothers, the music scene is alive and kicking. It’sexciting that these local bands are usingGracieland studio. It’s equipped to a very highstandard, it’s got all the latest technology andloads of vintage stuff. The studio has beengoing for 20 years so it offers new bands 20years of experience and a great collection ofthe best equipment.”
Gracieland are generously providing the firstprize for the winner of The Back Door MusicProject’s Battle of the Bands competition,which will be decided in December, with oneof the judges being Gracieland’s residentengineer and producer Stephen Boyce-Buckley.
Having now been in the industry for 30 yearshe considers Gracieland to be one of the fineststudios around, Stephen said “it’s the mostcreative environment i’ve ever worked in”.The winning band will receive a day’srecording at Gracieland studio. Lisa said, “I’mreally excited about Gracieland being the firstprize for the Back Doors Battle of the Bandscompetition and I can’t wait to hear thewinning band. It’ll be wonderful for them touse a professional studio with a really goodengineer and producer and he’ll make thetracks sound brilliant.”n
Ruth Meredith
20 Years at number one!Gracieland is the latest incarnation of a recording studiofirst established in 1989. It was built by Lisa Stansfield andher collaborators Ian Devaney & Andy Morris and wasused in the making of Lisa's debut album, “Affection”.
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For further details contact the Riverside
THURSDAY 31ST DECEMBER - NEW YEAR’S EVE FAMILY CELEBRATIONTickets: adults £15, children £10 (includes hot supper)
**Limited Tickets available**
WEDNESDAY 27TH JANUARY 2010 - FILM SHOW OF OLD WHITWORTHFeaturing From Britannia to The Riverside
Tickets £6.00 incl potato pie
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The market, especially, is bucking the national
trend with all the stalls full and with the added
benefit of the cafes, inside a meeting place
of real value to the community.
It is refreshing to see there are very few empty
shops, which means plenty of choice for the
discerning shopper. New businesses are really
being encouraged to set up in Heywood and the
plan seems to be working.
Not only are there plenty of shops, but also
dentists, doctors, banks and solicitors serving the
whole community. If you have not paid a visit to
Heywood recently then Style suggests you do so
in the build up to Christmas… you will be
pleasantly surprised!
EXPLORING HEYWOODPAST AND PRESENT
Heywood has continued to growas an independent shoppingcentre and business is booming.
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DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS AT HEYWOODMAGIC INDOOR MARKET
CHRISTMAS OPENINGS:Open 8am – 5pm Mon 21st until Thurs 24th Dec(Xmas Eve close 4pm). The market will re open8am – 4pm on New Years Eve, close on New YearsDay, then open as normal on Sat 2nd Jan 8am –5pm. Normal market days will then resume.
FATHER CHRISTMAS will be on the market in hisGrotto between 10.00 am and 4.00pm on Sat 28thNov, Sat 5th Dec, Sat 12th Dec and Sat 19th Dec.Admission to his Grotto £3.00 including a gift.
Heywood MAGIC Market has all types of fresh food under one roof. The bakery, butchers,delicatessens and greengrocers all sell the freshestfood at the keenest prices, perfect for yourChristmas festivities. There is also a stall full of
treats for your pet this Christmas.
LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT?
Heywood MAGIC Market has everything you couldwish for; watches, jewellery, lingerie, hosiery,clothing, handbags, accessories, make up, toys,cards, books, craft supplies, pictures, frames,electrical goods, mobile phones, TVs, computerperipherals, car accessories, luggage, sweets andchocolates. Not forgetting a comprehensive babystall, a haberdashery and a colossal shoe stall.
You can also find cleaning materials, mattresses,bedding and towels, carpets, home furnishings andfurniture. Or perhaps you need a key cut, yourshoes repaired, a new hairstyle or maybe your old
gold turned into cash? Look no further!
If you need a break after all that shopping, then youcan relax in one of the two cafes.
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On a very pleasant Saturday, in early
September, the centre of Heywood took a step
back over 60 years with its War Time Weekend.
To help recreate the sights and sounds of those
dark days, shopkeepers in the town swopped
their usual attire and became factory workers,
land army girls, soldiers, barbers, and
waitresses or simply shoppers. The weekend
was supported by many of the shops in
Heywood, together with the stallholders on
Heywood market. The organisers dressed
Heywood with wartime signs, notices,
sandbags and taped up windows. Beddoes, on
Market street, changed their window display to
take you back in time, displaying a collection of
wartime memorabilia. There was even a small
army of soldiers diffusing an unexploded bomb,
near St Lukes Church. You could have a short
back and sides at Andrew Kelso hairdressing
on Market Street and refresh yourself with a
well deserved cuppa at Tillys Tea Room in Mike
Goldricks Blinds, which is now a permanent
feature downstairs in his store on Dawson
Street. The day proved to be a great success
and one which I am sure will be repeated again
by all concerned.
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crucial to the company’s continued success.
the recently opened tilly’s tea room, in the same
building, now offers customers homemade food &
speciality teas in a pleasing and relaxing environment.
tilly’s also have daily specials to tempt your taste buds,
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BORN & BRED Local actress Sue Devaney
Rochdale-born actress Sue Devaney, best
known for her roles in Coronation Street,
Dinnerladies and Casualty, has already
enjoyed a varied and exciting career but
things keep getting better! Having just
finished a World Premiere national stage tour
of Victoria Wood’s Dinnerladies, Sue is now
joining a star-studded cast in Aladdin, at the
Manchester Opera House this Christmas.
An ex-pupil of Oldham Theatre
Workshop, Sue made her
television debut as an usherette in
Mating Call, followed by a small
appearance on the children's show Rainbow.
She then played Mildred Bailey, an orphan
girl, in the comedy series In Loving Memory,
alongside Christopher Beeney, Sherrie
Hewson and Thoria Hird.
The actress made her Coronation Street debut
in 1984, when she became Kevin Webster’s
younger sister, Debbie, a role she played for
two years. She went on to become even more
well-known when she took on the role of Rita
in BBC children’s show Jonny Briggs.
In 1995, she began a three year run in
Casualty as paramedic Liz Harker. She then
went on to join the cast of Victoria Wood’s
Dinnerladies, as Jane.
Sue’s most recent television appearances
include Peggy in Shameless and Lorraine in
Strictly Confidential. Other television credits
include: The Royal, Common as Muck, The
Real Eddie English, The Bill, Heartbeat,
Doctors, Being April, Mystery of Men. She
can also be heard on CBBC children’s
animated cartoon series, Harry and Toto.
Sue’s stage work has been extensive and
includes productions such as A Taste of
Honey, It's A Madhouse, Me Mam Sez, Alice
In Wonderland, Beggars Opera, The Wizard
of Oz, Breezeblock Park, Love's Labours
Lost, Postcards From Rome and The Doctor
Of Honour. Her West End roles include
Karen in The Land Of The Living at the
Royal Court, Gaoler's Daughter in Wind In
The Willows at the National Theatre and
Ruby in When We Are Married at the
Whitehall Theatre. Rochdale’s panto going
audiences will remember her for her
role as Dizzy Dora in Babes in the
Wood (2005), at the Gracie Fields
Theatre.
With seemingly no end to her talents,
Sue is a keen writer and has just
finished a six-part comedy series with
her writing buddy Sarah Groarke. She is
also one half of a singing comedy act
duo, called Double Bubble.
The busy actress is now rehearsing her
upcoming role of Genie of the Ring, in
the Christmas production of Aladdin, at
the Opera House, Manchester. She will
be joining Coronation Street villain
Gray O’Brien (Tony Gordon) and
Hollyoaks and Dancing On Ice star,
Chris Fountain. THE PANTOMIME
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David Lean’s classic 1945 film, Brief Encounter, was partially shot
at Carnforth Station and has captured the imagination of audiences
for more than sixty years. Brief Encounter is one of the most popular
romantic British films of all time and ranks second in the British
Film Institute’s Top 100 ‘Best British Films’ list.
Most of the platform scenes were filmed at Carnforth. The external
filming of the "Milford Junction" refreshment room used film "flats"
specially erected on Carnforth station. The interior films scenes of
the Milford Junction refreshment took place on a set at Denham
studios. The set, however, bore a very close resemblance to the
genuine refreshment room at Carnforth station.
The station has been voted the 8th most romantic film location in the
country. You can run up the subway and stand under the famous
Brief Encounter clock. The Visitor Centre is housed in the
beautifully-restored historic buildings and offers the visitor a wealth
of attractions, facilities and a fascinating range of exhibitions. You
can take a welcome break in the Brief Encounter Refreshment
Room, which has been faithfully restored to resemble the set used in
the film where Laura and Alec first met. Enjoy a snack or a light bite
as you soak up the atmosphere in the unique surroundings.
The Visitor Centre is open daily 10am - 4pm and closed on
Mondays from October to Easter. The Visitor Centre will be closed
over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Admission is free during
normal opening hours, although donations towards the upkeep are
always appreciated.
HOW TO GET THERE:
Carnforth is situated on the A6 between Lancaster and Kendal, and
is about 1 mile south from junction 35 of the M6 motorway. The
town is well sign posted on the local roads. Once in Carnforth, turn
west at the traffic lights on to Market Street, and head towards
Warton. The station is located at the bottom of the hill. The station
car park is Pay and Display and has 80 parking places together with
5 for disabled parking.
IF YOu FANCY AN INTERESTING DAY TRIP,
COVERING A RETuRN JOuRNEY OF JuST OVER A
HuNDRED MILES, THEN A VISIT BACK IN TIME
TO CARNFORTH STATION AND VISITOR CENTRE
IS WELL WORTH THE ADVENTuRE.
Our Day Out
The award-winning Visitor Centre opened in
October 2003 after an extensive restoration
programme and is located within a busy
working railway station. Carnforth Railway
Station was opened in 1846 by the Lancaster
and Carlisle Railway Company and was originally just a
single platform. In 1856, a small station was built, following
the connection of the Furness
and Midland Railway lines. A
year later, a new station was
constructed, which remained
open until 1st August 1880,
when a new station was
constructed at a cost of
£40,000.
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JAWS (the Junior Associates ofWhitworth Society) recently presentedthe fun-packed musical Back to the 80s,directed by Richard Rudman.
The musical tells the tale of the studentsof William Ocean High School, as theylive through their senior year andexperience the fun, love, heartbreak andloneliness that comes with growing up.
Through flashbacks from the mainprotagonist, Corey Feldman (TerryBanham), we are taken on a whistle stoptour of the 80s through original songssuch as, Kids In America, Man In TheMirror, The Final Countdown, VideoKilled The Radio Star, Walking OnSunshine, 500 Miles, Total Eclipse OfThe Heart, Don’t Worry Be Happy andFootloose.
The then 17-year-old Corey (JoeShelmerdine), is madly in love with class
beauty, Tiffany Houston (Rachel Clegg).The problem for Corey is that his loverival and the class president, MichaelFeldman (Stephen Jillings), has every girlswooning over him, including Tiffany.Michael and his friends are the sort ofcool, good-looking guys that Corey andhis two best friends dream of being.Corey’s hopes of dating Tiffany seemlost, but with prom night just around thecorner, he finally gets the girl of hisdreams.
Rachel Clegg put in an exceptionalperformance as Tiffany, a role that suitedher brilliantly. Joe Shelmerdine andMichael Feldman also gave very strongand believable performances.
Helen Rose showed off her stunningvoice, as the new girl in class, EileenReagan, particularly during thebreathtaking duet of Lost In Your Eyes,alongside Rachel Clegg. Rachel Slater,
as Cyndi Gibson, was also vocallyimpressive in her rendition of MaterialGirl.
It was obvious the cast had all workedincredibly hard to produce a brilliantshow… and to perfect their Americanaccents. However, Robert Stott stole theshow with his hilarious portrayal of classgeek, Feargal McFerrin, who believesthe crazy notion that one day CD’s willreplace cassette tapes.
The young chorus showed off theirsinging and dancing talents, withbrilliantly choreographed, high energyperformances. Add to that a star warsdream sequence, lots of crazy dancemoves and even more blue eyeshadowand it made for a superb, feel-goodproduction.
Ruth Meredith
27TH-31ST OCTOBER AT WHITWORTH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
THEATRE REVIEW
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Customers may be surprised to hear thatHome 2 Home, on Yorkshire Street, will beclosing down at the end of November / earlyDecember. The current end of lease sale willbring to an end a successful trading period, inRochdale, for owner Tofiq Malik.
Home 2 Home has alwaysbeen a forward thinkingcompany who through thehard times have nevercompromised on quality andstyle .
Owner, Tofiq Malik said, “Iam very sad to be leaving the premises onYorkshire Street and having to close ourRochdale store. I will miss all the valuedcustomers who have been very important tous. I just want to say a big thank you for their
loyal support in recommending us to theirfriends and families. As a company, it hasalways been a pleasure to see the samecustomers returning, time and time again, tomake their purchases. Without them we wouldnot have remained in business during these
difficult times. This has been a very difficultdecision and in some ways beyond ourcontrol. I can assure you that we are doing allthat we can to find suitable premises inRochdale, as this is our town and we intend to
keep a foothold here. We are in negotiationsand as soon as a decision has been made wewill let you all now."
Tofiq has always been a generous sponsor ofsporting individuals and teams, as well as
numerous charities. Heremains positive aboutthe future and his desireto sponsor furtherindividuals and charitieswill continue. He added,“It is important forbusiness people to helpin this way and the
satisfaction I have gained from helping thesepeople will not diminish, so I will continue tosupport these good causes".
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HOME 2 HOME SAYS THANK YOu TO ALL
Tofiq has always been a generous sponsor of sportingindividuals and teams, as well as numerous charities. He remains positive about the future and his desire tosponsor further individuals and charities will continue.
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Rochdale Amateur Operatic Society(RAOS) has contributed to the musicaland cultural life of the local area for
over a century. They currently produceshows and concerts at The Gracie FieldsTheatre in Rochdale. The Society is aregistered charity and has raised over£50,000 for local causes throughout theyears.
RAOS is made up of a dedicated team of musicaltheatre lovers. Their large scale productions havereceived fantastic reviews, as well as many NODAnominations and awards. Their talented membersinclude highly trained singers, dancers, and actors,many of whom have gone on to work professionally.Productions include spectacular scenery andcostume, combined with a large professionalorchestra and a professional/highly trained director,musical director and choreographer.
Rehearsals are currently in full swing for the society'sFebruary production of ‘Copacabana’. 'Her namewas Lola'...the unforgettable opening lyric of BarryManilow's hit Copacabana, is the inspiration for thisexciting musical tale, of love and romance, set at theheart of the swinging nightclub scene of the 1940s.While creating the world's next big hit, Stephen, anaspiring songwriter, is carried back to an era when'music and passion were always the fashion' at theworld famous and glamorous Copacabana nightclubin New York City. In his dream, Lola La Mar, ahopeful showgirl, is launched on the path to stardomas a Copa Girl with the help of Tony Forte, abartender with dreams of his own. Captivated byher performance, the villainous Rico whisks heraway to the Tropicana nightclub in Havana. From thisexotic, distant new world, a tale of old-fashionedlove, jealousy and murder in the entangled lives ofLola, Tony and Rico unfolds.
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Originally produced in the United States by the pittsburgh CLO, pittsburgh, pA.Van Kaplan, Executive producer, in association with Garry C. Kief, John Ashby
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Clayman Concerts Ltd., in association with Garry C. Kief and John Ashby.This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd.
Tues 16th - Sat 20th February 2010
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Oulder Hill Leisure Complex,
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Wed & Thurs - £10 all seats
Fri & Sat eve - £12 all seats
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(credit/debit card facilities).
Visit our website for more information: www.rochdaleaos.co.uk
A REGISTERED CHARITY
TICKET HOTLINE: BOOK NOW ON 01706-643543
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Carpet CreationsCarpet & Bed Centre
Contemporary modern dining room furniture arriving mid May.
Local stockists for Greendale carpetsExpert Fitting advise and estimating12-16 Dale street Milnrow Rochdale OL16 4HSTEL 01706 715377 FAX 01706 641073
Huge selection of quality Beds byMyers, Slumberland, Millbrook,Sweet Dreams, Rest Assured,Staples and many more......
Drawer divans, Electric beds, Bedsteads,Sofa beds, Pillows, Quilts and Mattressprotectors.
The finest selection of quality carpets bymost major manufacturers includingUlster, Woodward Grosvenor,Axminster, Adam, Ryalux, Penthouseand many more
Open 6 days a week, closed Tuesdays
The ONLY dedicated AMTICO andKARNDEAN design showroom in thearea.
The latest designs in AMTICOESSENTIALS and the competitivelypriced SPACIA range.
Roll end carpets from Axminster carpets and Kersaint Cobb in 100% wool, 80%wool and Natural Sisal, Sea Grass and Jute
25YEARS
EXPERIENCE
CARPET CREATIONS CARPET & BED CENTRE,
IN MILNROW, WAS STARTED BY PHILIP HOLT
12 YEARS AGO AFTER HE WAS MADE
REDuNDANT BY THE CO-OP. NOW ALONG
WITH FOuR FORMER MANAGERS FROM THE
LANEBOTTOM STORE, CARPET CREATIONS
ARE GOING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH.
Carpet CreatiOns
Carpet & BeD Centre
Due to high customer demand, the company moved into
new premises on Dale Street in Milnrow, last year. An
extensive range of beds is now on show upstairs including
drawer divans, electric beds, bedsteads, sofa beds, pillows,
quilts and mattresses. They also offer a free delivery service
and removal of any unwanted beds.
With over twenty five years experience in the floor
covering business, Carpet Creations Carper & Bed Centre
are confident in offering quality products and advice. Philip
and his team strive to offer goods at affordable prices, as
well as providing the highest level of customer service.
They are proud to supply a fine selection of carpets, wood
floors and tiles from all the major manufacturers and have a
comprehensive selection of the latest samples and pattern
books in store. They are the only dedicated AMTICO and
KARNDEAN design studio in the area. With something for
everyone, Carpet Creations Carper & Bed Centre are sure
to have exactly what you are looking for and are open six
days a week (closed Tuesday).
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SAVE TIME AND MONEY by shopping locally this Christmas.Rochdale’s independent retailers offer plenty of choice, includingjewellery, footwear, lingerie, clothing and many unique gifts. Or why nottreat a loved one to a restaurant, beauty treatment or photo shoot voucherthis season?
Christmas shopping can be expensive, time consuming and stressful,especially when there are hundreds of other shoppers around, all huntingfor a bargain. Follow our simple shopping tips to save time and money,whilst avoiding some of the traditional pre Christmas stress!
Some shoppers set off on a Christmas shopping trip without having a cluewhat they're looking for. Save time by coming up with gift ideas beforesetting out. The following pages will give you plenty of ideas.
Avoid the crowds and go Christmas shopping during the week.
You can also save money by shopping locally and early, as many shops inthe town are offering bargains before the rush starts.
Local shops are easy to get to and can be accessed by most people.Shopping locally can also save you time and money on travel and parkingcosts… whilst helping to reduce your carbon footprint.
Supporting Rochdale’s independent retailers can provide lots of unseenbenefits. Most importantly of all, they offer quality, unique gifts andprovide that personal touch. Local shops greatly value your support andthe friendly staff will usually be more than happy to help you choose theperfect gift.
MANY RETAILERS, SuCH AS SANDIFORDS, DENIS HOPE ANDCHANTILLY, WILL WRAP THE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR YOu,TO MAKE THE GIFT LOOK EVEN MORE SPECIAL.
Rochdale is lucky to have many independent retailers in the town; theymay not all be under one roof but all are within a healthy few minuteswalk of each other.
With a wide range of quality products and gifts available right here onyour doorstep, why not support Rochdale’s independent retailers thisChristmas.
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international Fine JeWellerY & giFtS
VOted WiNNeRBest long serving Business at the 2009
Rochdale town centremanagement awards.
Sandifords
78 Drake Street. rochDale.
TELEPHONE 01706 646563opening timeS: mon, WeD, thurS anD Fri
8.00am - 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm.
83 - 8 5 D r a k e S t r e e t , Ro c hd a l e Te l 0 1 706 6 49 2 64 / 6 4 3 3 69
[email protected] www.denishope.com
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Christmas Gifts1. Lingerie - CHANTILLY, Cheetham Street
2. Duchamp socks - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street
3. Handbag butler - SANDIFORDS, Drake Street
4. Original glass bowl - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street
5. Voyager Clock - SANDIFORDS, Drake Street
6. Desigual gloves - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street
7. Wooden travel games - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street
8. Mouth Blown Glassware - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street
9. Desigual bag - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street
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Dress like a Celeb
19 Cheetham Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 1DG
TELEPHONE: 01706 646746
Charas
Gift Vouchers
Spread The Cost Of Christmas*
With Christmas just around the corner, 25 Ten
Boutique are delighted to be introducing some
gorgeous new labels, just perfect for the
forthcoming party season!
Exclusive ladies fashion label, CHARAS, has
graced the red carpet at many glitzy award
ceremonies and has been seen on the likes of
Nadine Coyle (Girls Aloud), Carley Stevenson
(Hollyoaks) and last years X Factor winner,
Alexandra Burke. And now, you too can look
and feel amazing, like a CHARAS girl should!
Have you ever seen a celebrity in a dress and
thought, I WANT THAT DRESS?!! We know how
important finding the perfect dress can be, which
is why 25 TEN BOuTIQuE have teamed up with
ELSA HAAG to bring you the crème de la crème
of celebrity fashion! With gorgeous dresses in the
style of CHERYL COLE, VICTORIA BECKHAM
and Hollywood actress DIANE KRuGER – these
dresses are designed to impress!
25 Ten Boutique have a gorgeous collection of
jewellery and accessories for the perfect
Christmas stocking filler!
Brand New Website coming soon
* ‘Layaway’ & ‘Reserve it’ payment plans Available
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AWARds
chantilly
OPENING TIMES DECEMBER Mon - Sat 9.30 - 5.30 Thursday late til 8 Sunday 11 - 4
PROFESSIONAL FITTING SERVICE
4 Cheetham St, Rochdale, TELEPHONE: 01706 649012
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2 Cheetham Street, Rochdale, OL16 1DL Telephone 01706 341029 www.shoesbylaces.com
SHOES BY LACESQUALITY LADIES SHOES, HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES
Luxury Spa DaysTreat someone special this Christmas
from £60 per person
Gift Vouchers are available
01706 868 898 THE RETREAT NAILS AND THINGS
www.theretreat.me22-24 ST MARYS GATE - ROCHDALE - OL16 1DZ
78 Drake Street. rochDale.
TELEPHONE 01706 646563
opening timeS: mon, WeD, thurS anD Fri
8.00am - 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Sandifordsinternational Fine JeWellerY & giFtS
VOted
WiNNeRBest long serving
Business at the 2009
Rochdale town centre
management awards.
Home Accessories / Designer CollectionsHand crafted Cards / Gift Pen Selections
Local Crafts / Jewellery / Glassware / Ceramics
LITTLE GIFT BOX IS CELEBRATING ITS 5TH BIRTHDAY!Mother and Daughter team, Susan and Clare have created distinctive,handpicked collections of unusual gifts for all occasions. Browsers arealways welcome so come and have a look!We're sure you'll find the perfect presents for your friends, family andloved ones this christmas. All presents are gift wrapped free of chargeat your local, friendly, family run gift shop.
DECEMBER OPENING HOURSMONDAY - SATURDAY 9.00AM - 5.30PM LATE NIGHT TUES 15TH & 22ND DEC TIL 8PMOPEN SUNDAY 13TH & 20TH DEC 10AM - 4PM
LITTLE GIFT BOX TEL: 01706 838 13994 NEW ROAD, DEARNLEY, LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 8NL
FREE PARKING OUTSIDE
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
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Best DressedNew for Next seasoN
Dusk aftershock and lots of others names
Prom Dresses
due in Jan & feb at very competitive prices
amazing range of evening wear & Cocktail wear
wide range of suitable friday night outfits
at brilliant prices.
stoCk ChaNgiNg weekly
large range of Jewellery & handbags
at the right price.
stoCkists of:
DiVa, lUCy, satsUma, DUsk,
fraNk Usher & aftershoCk
mon - sat 9.30am - 5pm
exClUsiVe DesigNer ClothiNg
55 Church street, littleborough
telePhoNe: 01706 371 062
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MILL SHOP An extensive range ofhigh quality outdoor clothing and accessoriesfor all the family at sensible prices.
WINTER OPENING Mon - Fri 10 - 4 Sat 10.30 - 1.30
Baitings Mill (behind e White Lion pub) Norden Rochdale OL12 7TQ Telephone 01706 641 771
www.cudworthofnorden.com
CUDWORTH of NORDEN
TOTAL FOOTCARE -CHIROPODIST PODIATRISTnow at
The SalonThe Beauty Salon - Day Spa
Karey Whitehead Bsc(Hons) Mchs, Hpc reg. [email protected]
The Salon, 669-671 Edenfield Road, Norden, OL11 5XE.
TELEpHONE 01706 644142 OR THE SALON 01706 861000
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After a gap of over thirty years it was lovely to catch
up with Actress Nikki Kelly who is in the area to star
as the Wicked Queen, in Middleton Arena’s Christmas
production of Sleeping Beauty.
From Maplins to Middleton
Nikki is still recognised for her
portrayal as Sylvia Garnsey, in the
hit comedy series Hi De Hi. The
series may well have finished filming in
1987, but thanks to repeats of the series
Nikki has never really been out of the
public eye. Nikki trained at Rose Bruford
College of Speech and Drama and got her
first TV role in Dixon of Dock Green in
1974 before landing the role of Sylvia. Hi
De Hi ran for over 9 years from 1979, with
the BBC making a total of 61 episodes.
It had been so long since we trained
together at Drama School, I was anxious to
know how appearing in such a popular
series had influenced the rest of her acting
career. Nikki explained, “I am so grateful to
Hi De Hi for giving me the opportunity to
become recognised as an established actress
and I am still in touch with many of the cast
who became my friends for life…It opened
a lot of doors for me and enabled me to go
onto other television roles and leading roles
in the Theatre. I have toured nationally with
many productions since I finished the series
and of course appeared in Pantomime every
Christmas. I usually play the evil characters
but I once played Aladdin and on another
occasion a fairy. Although, I much prefer
playing the baddie and I am looking
forward to getting booed by the children in
the Middleton audience!”
Nikki also revealed that she is going to be in
a National tour of Hi De Hi in 2010. She
explained, “It is now over twenty years
since I played the role of Sylvia on
television, so I will be playing the ballroom
dance teacher, Yvonne Stuart Hargreaves,
alongside Barry Howard, who played my
husband Barry in the series”.
Nikki is greatly looking forward to the tour
in March next year, but first has to get back
to learning her lines for the production of
Sleeping Beauty which runs from 4th until
27th December at The Middleton Arena.
This will be Nikki’s first visit to Middleton
and, of course, it is the first pantomime in
the new Middleton Arena. You can book
your tickets on 0161 624 7660. To be in
with a chance of winning a family ticket to
see Sleeping Beauty enter out competition
on page 60.n
Colin Meredith
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Acupuncture at True Serenity, Centre for Holistic Excellence
Acupuncture is a complementary therapy thatinvolves puncturing the skin with very fineneedles to relieve pain and reduce thesymptoms of a wide range of conditions.
STEVEN ADDINGTON Acupuncturist & PhysiotherapistBsc (hons) MCSP MAACP MHPC
Redbrook House, 209-211 Bury Road, Rochdale, OL11 4EE
t: 01706 630750 / 07951400810www.trueserenity.co.uk
JUST BRAS STOCK UP TO K CUP
JUST BRAS
LINGERIE OUTLET
Mill House,
Mellor Street,
Rochdale OL11 5BU
01706 769 769
www.justbras.co.uk
OPEN MON-SAT 9AM-5PM
(TILL 6PM ON THURS)
SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER
FROM 11AM TO 4PM.
FREE BRA FITTING CONSULTATION
SPEND £24 AND GET A PAIR OF MAGIC KNICKERS AT
HALF PRICE - WHILST STOCKS LASTS
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Tel 01706 641 685 Mob 07850 471 [email protected] www.olympic-travel.co.uk
UNIT C, THE PAVILLIONS, BRIDGEFOLD ROAD, ROCHDALE OL11 5BY
The symptoms of Seasonal
Affective Disorder (S.A.D)
can include; depressed
mood, loss of interest in usually
enjoyed activities, fatigue or loss
of energy, poor concentration,
sleeping more than usual, weight
gain or feeling sluggish.
However, there is light at the end of this
cold, dark, wintery tunnel. There are
therapies in the beauty industry which are
centred around personal wellbeing and ones
sense of self. They can help us through
these bleak months and get us ready to face
the festive party season.
Hydrotherapy is one such treatment, which
will release those feelings of stress,
depression and tension. The Retreat Spa
(Nails and Things) has a double
hydrotherapy bath, large enough for you
and a friend, or just as a treat for yourself.
The hydrotherapy bath works by releasing
millions of large bubbles, which relaxes
your muscular tension. It also helps to
reduce swollen joints giving you increased
mobility - great for when we hit those
shops. The hydrotherapy bath also releases
very fine bubbles; this has a soothing
tranquil effect on your body, which helps
relieve your stress and tension.
Hydrotherapy can provide you with the vital
key to breaking the stress cycle of everyday
life, especially with all the commitments
and preparation for the festivities ahead.
Unfortunately, stress not only affects the
mind but more importantly your immune
system and you can be more prone to pick
up illnesses. I’m sure a runny nose wasn’t
quite the accessory you had imagined to
match that little black dress.
Facials and body treatments can also be a
great way to regain a sense of wellbeing.
With The Retreat’s Vitality Surge
Energising treatments, for face and body,
described as the Body & Soul Reviver, you
will give your skin a brightening luminous
feel, revive and instantly radiate your
senses. Deep reassuring muscle massage,
combined with plumping serums and
lymphatic drainage revive a lifeless
complexion. The lemon, orange and citrus
aromas, combined with a vital mask, lift
your mood so you leave with the sparkle
and energy needed to face the seasonal
stresses.
Depression alleviating treatments aren’t the
only treatments our bodies could be craving
this season. The Retreat has a range of
wonderful pedicures to revive and uplift
those tired feet, to get them in tip top shape
for the party season, so you can dance the
night away.
We all need to look after ourselves - to
regain that sense of calm and self worth, put
ourselves first before we begin to run
around after the children, the in-laws, the
dog! We need some ‘me’ time.
For more information on any of the
treatments mentioned or to purchase a gift
voucher for yourself or a loved one please
contact The Retreat, where a friendly
member of our fully qualified team will be
more than happy to help n
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Beating those Winter Blues.
It’s that time of year again… the long dark nights are drawing
closer, the cold weather is nipping our extremities and all we want to
do is hibernate. For some of us though, this time of year can trigger
unwanted feelings of depression, more commonly referred to as
Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D). The exact cause is unknown,
however, we are led to believe S.A.D is possibly caused by chemical
changes in the brain, due to the decreased amount of sunlight we
are exposed to in these winter months. It is most common among
young women, but can also affect women and men of all ages.
Here is The Retreat’s guide to staying
sane this season:
i Get yourself organised.
i Allocate yourself some ‘me’ time by
booking in small treats at The Retreat.
i Start your Christmas shopping early –
avoid the hustle and bustle of the last
minute shoppers.
i Wear comfy shoes.
i Be assertive and ask for help when it
is needed- especially to help carry
those Christmas shopping bags!
i Distance yourself from those who
make you stressed.
i Accept compliments.
i Don’t forget to put The Retreats
luxury gift voucher at the top of your
Christmas list!
22-24 st mARys gAte, ROcHdAle, Ol16 1dz tel: 01706 868 898 tHe RetReAt ON 01706 868 898. www.theretreat.me
EMMA FITTON
Business,
salon Manager
To book this amazing treatment please call TEL: 01706 644216, and speak to one of our reception team.
Nelson Street, Rochdale, OL16 1NL www.jamillapaul.co.uk
BANISH THE FRIZZ FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS WITH A NEW PROFESSIONAL SMOOTHING SERVICE AT JAMILLA PAUL ROCHDALE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS A full consultation has to take place at the rochdale salon before any bookings can be made, and a deposit will be taken to secure the booking. this service is notavailable from jamilla or nicole but we will be happy to recommend one of our fabulous keratin complex specialist to carry out this treatment for you.
A new revolution in haircare has
arrived in Rochdale. One that is set to
completely change our attitude to
frizz!
If you have ever wished that your hair
was more manageable, softer,
straighter and had more shine then
Jamilla Paul in Rochdale may just
have the solution for you.
Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy
is a new service that promises a long
lasting solution in the battle to beat the
frizz! This is not simply a
conditioning treatment, nor is it a
chemical straightening service. This
is an entirely new genre of hair
treatment that has swept over from the
US over the last six months.
Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy
range was created by COPPOLA in
the USA 18 months ago. Its
formulation infuses Keratin deep into
the hair cuticle eliminating up to
ninety-five percent of frizz and curl
from the hair, leaving the hair soft,
shiny and luxurious.
For those of you unlucky enough to
suffer from over curly, frizzy, or
frazzled hair you will know the
lengths you need to go to in order to
get shiny frizz-free hair on a daily
basis. This type of hair is often
affected by humidity so that your
perfectly blow dried look you
achieved in the morning has reverted
to a frizzy mess by mid afternoon!
After a Keratin Complex Smoothing
Therapy Service your hair remains
shiny, frizz free and easy to handle for
up to 12 weeks - dramatically cutting
down styling time by over half and
making it humidity resistant - whether
you want soft frizz free waves or a
smooth, straight and sleek finish. The
Keratin Complex Home care products
ensure the longevity of the initial
treatment and a new ‘top-up’
treatment is on its way!
The in-salon service takes
approximately 2½ hours from
beginning to end, and the price starts
at £180 depending on the length,
thickness and texture of your hair.
It is like “Skincare for your hair” and
unlike other salon services, the more
you treat your hair, the healthier it
becomes. With each treatment the
build up of Keratin makes your hair:
• Softer & silkier
• Straighter and shinier
• Faster and easier to blow-dry
• Reduces daily styling time
• Less maintenance – close to being
“maintenance-free”
Further, the therapy encases the hair
follicle with a keratin bond to promote
healing and to help keep toxins in the
environment, such as smoke, pollution
and UV rays, from entering the hair.
Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy
is gentle enough to use on all hair
types. A great time to have the
treatment is directly after a colouring
or chemical process. Colour is sealed
into the hair leaving it vibrant and
extending the life of a colour.
The service is only available in salons
by specially trained stylists in the
methods, standards and equipment of
Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy.
The treatment is followed up with a
shampoo and conditioning regime that
increases the durability and longevity
of the initial treatment.
Jamilla Paul “This is a new type of
service to help clients in the battle to
beat the frizz! It is not a chemical
straightener that damages your hair,
but it is so much more than a
conditioning treatment. We are having
amazing results with it - You have to
see it to believe it”
The treatment will be featured on hit
makeover show 10 years younger later
in the year.
For further information on the Keratin
Complex Smoothing Therapy range
please visit www.keratincomplex.co.uk
SPECIAL OFFERSTYLE MAGAZINE OFFER ONLY £150 dependant on length ofhair for JANUARY, FEBRUARY or MARCH on any TUES/FRIDAY only on production of thisadvert and includes a FREE HOMECARE KIT WORTH around £20. Usual price is from£180dependant on the length of hair.
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Bar 5This privately owned town centre cafe and wine bar servesfreshly prepared food, with daily specials and Lavazzacoffee's a speciality. It provides an ideal meeting place forbreakfast, lunch or tea.Venue available free of charge for private parties. All parties catered for, with music provided and buffet menus available. The bar won Best Food Award at the Rochdale town centreawards. Special promotion - tea or coffee with a scone,only £2, served all day.Family Special - kids eat free when accompanied by anadult purchasing a main meal. available all day Saturdayand every weekday after 3pm."5 South Parade, on the Butts Rochdale, OL16 1LR
01706 359 800
tHe Baumpurveyors of Fine Wines, Ales & Food.Situated next to the CO-Op museum in a conservationarea, The Baum has a welcoming oldie world ambience,with wooden floors and old enamel adverts. The quality barmenu, served 7 days a week, consists of light lunches,traditional dishes and tapas (served in the evenings &weekends).The Baum offers an excellent selection of World beers ondraught & bottles plus 6 ever changing guest cask ales.Awarded Best Bar None ‘Best pub’ & runner up in ‘BestFood Retailer’ as voted by Rochdale Town CentreBusiness Awards
33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale. OL12 0NU.01706 352 186 www.thebaum.co.uk
tHe paCk HOrse inn This classic country pub has good walking opportunitiesnearby and great views. It offers a good range of Leesbeers and a menu is available throughout the pub. Thevaried menu offers good quality and interesting choices.Special meal deal: Mon-Sat midday-6pm, two courses for£7.95. Food served: Mon-Sat midday-9pm, Sun midday-8pm
Elbut Lane Birtle Bury Lancs BL9 7TU0161 764 3620
tHe italian rOOmTake a culinary journey around Italy at the Italian Room; anelegant, contemporary and vibrant restaurant in Rochdale.A warm welcome is always guaranteed the second youwalk through the door by the attentive, discreet team.The Italian Room is a child friendly Italian restaurant with amodern and contemporary setting, serving a variety oftraditional Italian foods and wines.They spend a lot of time ensuring customers arecomfortable, offering a relaxed atmosphere with airconditioning.Early bird menu available Mon - Fri 6-7.30 pm. Starter andmain course only £9.95.
567 Bury Road, Bamford, Rochdale, OL11 4DQ 01706 746 888
la manCHa tapas BarLa Mancha is Rochdale's only specialist tapas restaurantserving authentic Spanish cuisine in atmosphericsurroundings. Situated in the very heart of Rochdale therestaurant is easily accessible with lots of local parking. LaMancha was established over 10 years ago and has stoodthe test of time thanks to the quality and authenticity of itsmenu. Along with our lunchtime specials, they also have anextensive specials board with dishes from all the regions ofSpain. Christmas party set menu, buy 4 bottlesof house wine and get one free.
5 The Butts, Ave Rochdale OL16 1ESwww.tapasatlamancha.co.uk or for all bookings
Telephone 01706 713400
Dine in style tHe GOOD FOOD GuiDe
FABULOUS CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS
FROM FUDGE TO FASHION
OUR FAMOUS CHRISTMAS
CONFECTIONERY NOW IN OUR RETAIL
OUTLET
Fabulous Fudge Hampers Made To Order
Wholesale Customers Welcome.
FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN
OUR MINI MALL.
Bistro Now Serving Our Splendid Winter Menu
Christmas Lunch Served Thoughout December
Party Bookings Welcome
COFFEE SHOP OPEN DAILY
Fabulous Range Of Coffee, Teas Cakes And
Snacks
FATHER CHRISTMAS VISITS US ON
Sunday 13th December / 20th December
Come See Him In His Fabulous Chocolate
Grotto
Sunday Lunch Served And Shops Open All Day
OPEN MON – SATURDAY 10AM – 5 PM
AND ALSO OPEN ON SELECTED
SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER
Spring Place, Market Street, Whitworth, OL12 8DN Tel: 01706 852795Open Mon-Sat, 10am – 5pm www.fudgevillage.co.uk
New evening menu available
until 9pm Wednesday to
Saturday
Children eat free between
4pm and 7pm when
accompanied by an adult.
Ring or email for details
and bookings
Book your next private party
at Bar 5 including Sundays.
Buffet menus available
5 South Parade Rochdale
OL16 1LR
01706 359800
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VeenasThe Veenas Restaurant Club is a beautiful, authenticIndian Restaurant. The restaurant itself is impeccablylaid out, with an elegant East meets West style,where attention to detail and exceptional service issecond nature.The Indian food at The Veenas Restaurant is uniquein both flavour and quality. They offer sophisticateddishes, laden with bursts of flavour. Indian dishes areauthentic recipes made from fresh produce, thefinest vegetables and the tastiest meats.Whatever your preference for Indian food; hot ormild, vindaloo or korma - The Veenas Restauranthas something for everyone.
Book on 01706 366 822 41 York Street Heywood OL10 4NN
rOse n BOwl restaurantThe Rose N Bowl is a well recognised pub andrestaurant, based in Stacksteads. It has been ownedby Lords the Caterers, Whitworth, for over 20 years.It offers a varied food menu but also offers atraditional carvery. The carvery offers a choice of upto four succulent roast joints, carved by the residentchef to your request.You can opt for the full three course carvery at£14.80 or just main course carvery at £7.95.On Thursday a special pensioners 2 course lunch isserved midday-2.30pm, only £4.99. Children & toddlers menus available. Early eveningspecial served Friday 5pm-6.30pmFood served Tuesday to Sunday midday- 8.30pm.
Newchurch Road Stacksteads OL13 0UG01706 879555
tHe watersiDe Bar restaurantThe restaurant is nestled in the heart of the pennines;a fantastic venue with beautiful views of thesurrounding Littleborough countryside, newlyrefurbished Rochdale canal and a small walk from thescenic Hollingworth Lake, yet the ambience is relaxedand continental. The restaurant portrays an intimateand relaxed lounge feel, with a comfortable sofaseating area for drinks on arrival or just to socialise withfriends and family. Using only the finest ingredients andproduce, Lisa & Kristan have combined traditionalcooking with a passion for Mediterranean andContinental cuisine, creating exciting and extensivevaried menus, from Lunchtime to A'la Carte.
Open Tues - Sunday Book on 01706 376 250
No1 Inghams Lane Littleborough OL15 0AYwww.thewatersideexperience.co.uk
mirCO restOrante italianOOwners Mirco and Erica have created a traditionalmenu that is inspiring and truly Italian. Choose froma menu prepared and served with flair andimagination. They have an excellent wine list whichvaries every month and a comfortable bar waitingarea. Special Sunday lunch offer served from12.30pm until 4.30pm - three courses for £13.95. Allday Sunday - 2 courses for £9.95.christmas day lunch one sitting 12.30 £35 kids upto 12 1/2 price £10 deposit required.
Now taking bookings for ChristmasBook on 01706 351 632
Open Tues - Sun 142 Market Street Whitworth OL12 8SZ
tHe FuDGe VillaGeBistro fudge offers a sumptuous dining experience,offering brunch, lunch or afternoon tea. With dishesfrom the traditional to the tastes of Asia, Bistro Fudgecaters for all and suits all pockets too. A children'smenu is available, so take the little ones along for atrue family experience. The wonderful coffee loungeserves fabulous cappuccinos and, as you wouldexpect, fudge cake to die for. Why not book your next children’s party, which willinvolve lots of chocolate making, party games and aspecial children's party menu. Willy Wonka will alsojoin in the fun! prices start from just £9.99 per child."
Spring Place, Market Street, Whitworth,OL12 8DN Tel: 01706 852795Open Mon-Sat, 10am – 5pm
www.fudgevillage.co.uk
tHaminThe Thamin's pledge is a simple one - to providediscerning diners with vintage Indian cuisine andclassic dishes from the subcontinent’s lavishgastronomic history. Curry is an extremely tasty andpopular cuisine, but it is a shame when people thinkthat the dishes they are eating, which are sometimespacked with artificial colours and flavours, are thesame as those that Indian people might eat in theirown home. The aim is to show that Indian food doesnot have to be an unhealthy indulgence - if prepared inthe right way our traditional foods can be as healthy asthey are delicious.The restaurant's renowned award-winning head chef,Sheikh Kamran, is a culinary purist who relishes theopportunity to demonstrate how traditional foodingredients can be adapted to suit the mostdiscerning local tastes.
Dearnley cottage New Road Littleborough OL15 8PL
Tel 01706 371 000 OPEN EVERY DAY. www.thamin.co.uk
Demetris CaFe & BistrOSituated within the Coach House in Littleborough youwill find Demetris Cafe & Bistro.It is a cafe during the day, but on Friday andSaturday evenings, you can also experiencefantastic Greek Nights. The night’s include GreekMezze, 15 courses, plate smashing, free ouzo and alive Bouzouki band. Great evening bookings only.The venue is also available for private Greek nights,we can seat up to 32 people.If you want the total Greek experience then bookyour table now.
Littleborough Coach House Lodge Street Littleborough
01706 378481 / 07889 868 954
tHe GallOwspeter and Judith McCormick invite you and yourfamily to their family friendly pub.Situated within easy reach of Hollingworth Lake, theGallows is open all day every day, servingexcellent value for money snacks and main meals.The pub offers real ales, with guest beers, plus aselection of fine wines. Quiz night Thursdays,Dereks Disco Saturday from 8pm.Food served Monday to Saturday midday - 7pmSunday midday - 6pm (inc Sunday Roast)
The Gallows Kiln Lane Milnrow OL16 3JWwww.thegallows.co.uk 01706 642898
tHe BirCHesChef John Kowalawski and his wife Helen are nowrunning The Birches. Chef John has introduced anexciting new tapas menu to accompany the existingmenu. Open for lunch and serving food Tuesdayfrom 12 - 2.30 evening from 6 - 8.30. Sat 12 -8 Sun12 - 7 Average prices are £10 for four Tapas disheswith a 3 course Sunday lunch at only £8.95.Screens all sporting events for non smoking andsmoking. Now taking bookings for Christmas.Xmas day lunch served til 3pmAdults £39.95 Child (up to 15yrs ) £15.95under 5's eat free. NEW YEARS EVE TicketONLY £10.
Market Street Whitworth Rochdale OL12 8RU TEL 01706 344119
mOss lODGeMoss Lodge, voted No.1 Hotel in Rochdale onTripAdvisor and winner of “Best Small Hotel” at the2008 Greater Manchester Tourism awards, wasrecently accredited for the second year running with5 Stars and a Silver Award from Visit Britain forQuality In Tourism.In addition to luxury hotel accommodation andevents venue, the restaurant is open for dinner tonon-residents; using the finest locally sourced andfreshly cooked ingredients to create a monthly tabled’hôte menu as well as daily chef’s specials, allreasonably priced at £30 for 4 courses.A seasonal Christmas Lunch and Dinner menu isnow also available for booking throughout December– prior booking is essential.
For reservations and enquiries: Tel: 01706 350555
E.mail: [email protected]
raj restaurantEnjoy the finest Indian Cuisine from a unique menuwith suitability for all tastes and preferences.The restaurant’s Tuesday evening special isavailable 6 - 9 pm with meals and drinks included inthe price of £15 per person.Or try their special Eat As Much As You Like menuonly £9.95 (excludes some dishes) available Sunday,Monday or Wednesday.Open Mon - Thurs 5pm - 12am Fri & Sat 5pm - 2amSun 4pm - midnight
444 - 446 Edenfield Road Norden Rochdale OL12 7PD
Tel 01706 713713tHe rake innAt The Rake Mediterranean Tapas you can enjoyexcellent food and wine, combined with a relaxedatmosphere and friendly service, within their beautiful16th century building. Steeped in history andcharacter, the summer months see customerseating, drinking and relaxing on the heated, cobbledterrace. Ingredients from around the globe are used in theirwide range of tapas dishes and ever changingspecials menu. Fresh fish, local farm meats, cheesesand innovative vegetarian dishes are all part of theRake Tapas experience. The new ice cream parlouris also a great favourite with children (old andyoung). A choice of wines, real ales, draught and bottledbeers are available to compliment your meal. Groupbookings can benefit from our lavish set banquet. Booking is not always necessary, open 7 eveningsand Fri/Sat/Sun lunch.OpEN ALL OVER XMAS AND NEW YEAR. Only£40 per head Xmas Day
Blackstone Edge Old Road Littleborough OL15 0JN
Tel: 01706 379689
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CHRISTMAS wORdSEARCH
COLOURING IN COMPETITION
KI DSZONE
competition
Show us your fantastic colouring
skills by colouring in our santa
and rudolf! The winner will
receive a prize and will be
published in the next issue.
please post your entries to:
STYLE KIDS, 13 Norden Lodge,
Clay Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5AS
please include your name, address,
tel no and age.
Entrants must be aged under 16.
Closing date 31st January.
WINNER
Congratulations toour drawing
competition winnerLouise Farrar, age 6,
from Norden.
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Kid's Stuff, based at
Duke Street Mill, off
Whitworth Road, has
everything you
could need for your
baby or child, from
prams to furniture.
It is a one-stop shop
for newborn babies to
children aged three
and a haIf.
Their extensive showroom
stocks all major brands, including Mamas and
Papas, Britax, Maclaren, Silver Cross and
Cosatto.
Kid's Stuff sell cots, bedding and matching
furniture, moses baskets, musical cot
mobiles, nursery wallpaper, rocking horses,
pushchairs, dolls prams, highchairs, car
seats, teething kits, feeding dishes, bottles,
childrens learning equipment and toys.
Following new legislation regarding car
seats, Kid's Stuff offers a car seat advisory
and fitting service for children from birth
to 12 years old.
They offer very competitive prices, with
plenty of sale items and great offers
instore.
kIDsTUFF Duke street Mill, Rochdale, ol12 0lW. (free parking)
opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, sat 10am-5pm Tel: 01706 645267 www.kidsstuffrochdale.co.uk
A SMALL DEPOSIT SECURES ANY ITEM
GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE
IT isn’t something parents always relish – finding the best andcomfiest shoes in which to send their children back to school, or for thatspecial occasion.
Luckily, a store which specialises in exclusive designer children’sfootwear for all occasions at a price which won’t hurt your pocket isright on your doorstep.
Run by Donna Stead, Little Toe Peep in Dale Street, Milnrow, nearRochdale, has proved to be a big favourite among people searching forstylish fashion for their youngsters.
Mother-of-two Donna, has owned the business for the last 3 1/2years and her shelves are crammed with the sort of top-name footwearwhich will make sure your children head back to school, enjoy a day outwith their friends or head to a family celebration with a real spring intheir step.
Lelli Kelly, Geox, Pom d Api, Replay, Babybotte, Converse, Replay,Step2wo are just some of the names you’ll find available at Little ToePeep.
“We've developed a really strong, loyal customer base and the factpeople keep coming back to see what we have to offer hopefully speaksvolumes about what we do,” says Donna.
“We pride ourselves on providing quality and catering for parents nomatter what their requirements are - whether it's a holiday, a familycelebration or the first day at school, we feel we’ve got the shoes to fitthe bill.”
“I offer a very personal service – all my staff are fully-trained fittersand the shop is family-friendly,” says Donna.
“There’s no hard sell and we take as much time as necessary tomake sure the customer gets the shoes they want and that they fitcorrectly.
The key to Little Toe Peep’s success, however, is that it offerssomething which will really make your child stand out from the crowd.
And the new website where customers can see and buy online isgoing really well.”
i FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOP
i CUSTOMER LOYALTY SCHEME
i FULLY-TRAINED FITTERS
i FOOTWEAR FOR ALL OCCASIONS
i COMFORT QUALITY & VALUE
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WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS
A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
AND THANKYOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
OVER THE LAST 12 MONTHS
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BUY ONLINE AT www.l itt letoepeep.co.uk
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We have a great prize to offer to a lucky winner
who is looking to lose weight. Dietcare
provides personalised slimming programmes
based upon healthy eating and are offering a
free slimming course to one lucky reader. The
winner will receive a six-week slimming
course and signed copy of Norah Elizabeth
Lane’s book The 13-minute Diet. All you have
to do to be in with a chance of winning is
answer the question on page 60.
Also, there is a completely free diet and
lifestyle check for all readers who contact
Dietcare, mentioning Style. If that wasn’t
enough, the first 10 people will also receive a
free copy of The 13 Minute Diet.
Dietcare is run by Gill Meetoo, aged 52, a
successful slimmer, who lost four stone. She
opened her first Dietcare franchise, in Milnrow,
in March and took a second clinic, in Oldham,
in June.
Dietcare was founded in 1976. It uses a
revolutionary technique called the Burns,
which involves eating small and often, so you
are never hungry. This technique speeds up the
metabolism and helps weight loss enormously.
The diet programme is based on healthy eating
– real food with no supplements – and is said to
produce good and consistent weight losses for
all slimmers who follow the plan correctly. It
was included in the British Council’s British
Medicine Guide in 1978, and Dietcare has
received many endorsements and referrals from
the medical profession.
I have now been attending Dietcare, in Milnrow, since mid August and have
been encouraged by my weight loss so far.
It has been an effort at times, particularly when eating out, but the diet is
about eating real food, so there is always something on the menu that you
can eat.
I am now into a regular routine of nibbling throughout the day to boost my
metabolism and have lost a stone, without ever feeling hungry.EDITORColin Meredith
You ARE WHAT YOU EAT!
DO YOU GAIN WEIGHT EASILY?
ARE YOU ALWAYS HUNGRY?
HAVE YOU GAINED WEIGHT
AFTER PREGNANCY?
IS YOUR MEDICATION MAKING
YOU GAIN WEIGHT?
If you answer ‘yes’ to any of these
questions, your metabolism may be
slow, Dietcare can help.
Dietcare weight loss clinics offer:
n Individual diet and lifestyle check.
n Personal weight loss plans.
n Confidential one-to-one
appointments.
n Motivation, counselling and support.
n Spot reducing exercise.
n Metabolic rate assessment.
n Diets for medical conditions,
pregnancy, PCOS and fertility.
n Fully trained Royal Society of Public
Health (RSPH) accredited diet
advisers.
n High success rate.
Lose weight, feel great!
There are no gimmicks,
pills or powders.
dietcare was runner-up in the
prestigious small business
champions award 2005,
sponsored by the daily mirror
newspaper, lloyds bank and
the federation of small
businesses.
one client of dietcare, from
rochdale, commented: “i
have now found dietcare - at
last something that works. i
never thought i would ever
lose this middle age spread –
gill and dietcare made it
possible – i feel like a new
woman.”
dietcare operates from
physio Works,
67 dale street, milnrow,
and can be contacted on
01706 541460 or
07947 442094.
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-WINTER GARDENING TIPS-Put frost protection fleece around tender
outdoor plants, especially in very cold
weather.
Prevent containers from freezing solid by
wrapping them with bubblewrap or bringing
them indoors.
Apply a thick mulch of composted bark or
coco-shell to the shrub border, to help
insulate plant roots from the frost.
Prune apples, raspberries, gooseberries,
blackcurrants.
Remove fallen leaves from the lawns and
borders, which may harbour pests and
diseases, to the compost heap.
Apply a winter tar wash to fruit trees in
December, to kill pests over-wintering in
the tree bark.
Winter is a good time to move plants
around, and compost those that have not
made the grade.
If the weather permits and the ground is not
too wet, this is still
a suitable time to plant spring flowering,
tulips and daffodils or
deciduous trees, shrubs, roses and hedging.
Leave those that are slightly tender for
spring planting.
Make sure all newly planted trees are
securely staked and tied.
Many perennial plants, which die down to
the ground at this time of year can now be
lifted and divided. A single clump can be
split to make from 2 to 20 or more, separate
new plants - great value!
Lag outdoor taps and pipes to stop them
bursting.
Remove dead leaves and debris from lawns,
to keep grass green and healthy.
Vegetable plots should normally have been
cleaned up and dug over by this time, to
allow the frost to work on the soil.
Put all dead leaves and vegetable waste into
a compost bin, to make your own garden
compost ready for the spring.
If it’s a mild winter, continue to cut the
lawn, if it’s growing, but raise the height of
the mower blades.
Scrub the patio/paving or blast with a
pressure washer.
Enjoy displays of evergreens, winter
flowers and attractive barks. Shrubs are
important for the winter months as they
provide structure, colour and scent.
Plan and prepare for the spring! n
Tim Baylis
Gordon Rigg Gardening Expert
Open as usual this Christmas!
Despite a blaze at Gordon Rigg, Kingsway, which
was battled by several fire crews from Rochdale
and Chadderton, the garden centre is open for
business as usual. The massive fire, which started at
around 8pm on the 10th October, raged for over 12 hours
and destroyed a quarter of the building. Sadly, the fire was
confined to the pet and aquatic centre and all of the
centre’s fish, a rabbit, guinea pigs and reptiles were killed.
However, two weeks later, staff found the sole survivor of
the blaze, Smokey the Gecko, who had hidden himself
away under two inches of sand when the fire broke out.
Hailed as a little miracle, Smokey is now the store’s pet
and very lucky mascot. A massive clean-up operation has
taken place and the centre is open as usual, with the
fantastic Christmas displays unaffected.
‘THE BIGGEST, THE BEST AND STILL GROWING’
GORDON RIGGGARDEN CENTRES
GORDON RIGG GARDEN CENTRESTODMORDeN GARDeN CeNTRe
Rochdale Road (A6033), Walsden,
Todmorden, OL14 7TJ.
Tel: 01706 813374
OPeNiNG TiMes
MON-FRi 9AM-8PM
sAT 9AM-5.30PM suN 11AM-5PM
THe BOTTOMs MiLLs sHOP & CAFe
Rochdale Road (A6033), Walsden,
Todmorden, OL14 7UB,
Tel: 01706 817722
OPeNiNG TiMes
MON-sAT 9AM-5PM
suN 11AM-5PM
for quality, choice and value
Great day out for all the family
"EvErything you
nEEd for a fantastic
christMas"
ROCHDALe CeNTRe
Moss Bridge Road, Kingsway (A664),
Rochdale, OL16 4UX
Tel: 01706 356089
OPeNiNG TiMes
MON-FRi 9AM-8PM
sAT 9AM-5.30PM suN 11AM-5PM
www.gordonrigg-gardencentres.co.uk
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As the struggle to climb out of recession goes on, i’ve beenlooking at ways I can get my hard earned pennies to turn abetter investment than the banks are offering. A chanceconversation with a hack who works for a classic car magazinemay have given me the answer, a future classic car.
RENAULT CLIO WILLIAMSRenault produced three separate editionsof what most motoring commentatorsagree was, and still is, the ultimate hothatch. With a 2.0 litre, 150 bhp engine itmay not be as fast as the new generationbut with its excellent handling andextraordinary levels of grip, the ClioWilliams can’t help but make you smile,turning even a trip to the shops into thehighlight of the day.Quite a few of these cars will have been‘modded’ to wring-out a bit of extrapower and had mega-watt stereos fitted,so my tip is to restore any defiled car to itsoriginal spec for the best return in thelong-term. Do a search on the internet anda car in need of a little work could cost alittle as £1,000.
AUDI S2It is amazing what a TV show can do forcar values; since Ashes to Ashes hit thescreen, prices of the Audi Quattro, thefirst Rally bred 4x4, have skyrocketed. Abrief search reveals that even a restorationproject Quattro starts at £5k, which to memakes it a classic now, not a future one.There is an alternative however, the S2. The S2 was a performance hatchbackdeveloped with Porsche and combined the
Audi 80 and Quattro. The performancefigures are pretty impressive, even bymodern standards; 220bhp, 0-60 in 5.8seconds (on par with a modern PorscheCayman), and a top speed of around 155mph.All of this is available in a car that isavailable for around £3k in perfectlyserviceable condition. Build quality wassound and that is reflected in the numberof cars still around. Driving is great fun andthe retro early 90’s looks will turn manymore heads than the bland-by-comparisson Audi TT will do!
CITROEN XMStraight away you may think - why wouldthis unpopular executive French car makea future classic? The extreme, slender, andwell-proportioned Bertone design was notto all tastes, especially to those in themarket for executive German metal, ormore conservative British steel.That said, many enthusiasts seem to thinkthe XM is on the verge of classic status andwith cars available from around £500, itmay be well worth a punt. Thanks to therelative simplicity of the mechanics, DIYjobs are quite easy, although watch out forany Automatic gearboxes, which can causeproblems if servicing has been neglected.
FORD FIESTA XR2IThe third generation Fiesta is just aboutbecoming collectable and the car we allwanted at the time was the XR2i. Livelyand entertaining, the little Fiesta is simpleto maintain with a plentiful supply of cheapparts knocking about.I should claim a vested interest at this pointas I have just bought a 1990 G Reg car for£300, which with a bit of work and somewelding, will entertain me for years tocome. Cars can be had for as little as £200but at this range, expect plenty ofoxidisation and air being drawn thoughteeth when it comes to MOT time!
As with all the best investment advice,values of your car can go down as wellas up, but if you lose money on the stockmarket, all you get left with is a prettybit of paper, even if your car becomesworthless on paper, you still havesomething you cantake out and thrashat the weekends!
Future ClassiCs
Now, one man’s future classic is another man’s shed but at the prices these
cars are going for, it will be hard to lose too much money in the long term.
Here are my pick of the bunch.
Mark D’Apice Motoring Expert
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Lancashire Wallpaper & Paint Co
Sudden Mill, Manchester Road, Rochdale. OL11 4QR
www.lancashirewallpaper.co.uk
email [email protected].
Tel: 01706 638431 - Fax: 01706 759799
OPEN: Mon - Fri 8-5.30 Sat 9-5 Sun 10-4
NEW WEBSITE NOW LAUNCHED
Our Ecommerce website means
you can source practically any
wallpaper that is still in
production.
If you can't find what you are
looking for on our site please call
or visit us instore where our staff
will be on hand to answer any
queries you may have.
We have hundreds of decorating
tools and products available...
brushes, rollers, adhesives,
dustsheets and much more.
LWP
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Springhill Hospice's 20th Anniversary celebrations closed with aspectacular Grand Masquerade Ball, at Rochdale Town Hall, onSaturday 17th October. Following a Champagne Reception, the200 guests - many of whom had entered into the spirit of thenight by wearing Venetian masks - were treated to a deliciousfive course meal and a dramatic display by the FusiliersAssociation (Lancs.) Drum Corps. Guests then enjoyed close-upmagic from the brilliant Harry Robson, a cabaret spot performedby Maxine Barrie (winner of the very first Stars In Their Eyesseries as Shirley Bassey) and dancing to Cole Page and hisSwing Band. Springhill Hospice Chairman, Margaret GeogheganMBE, welcomed the guests and a specially made 20thAnniversary cake was cut by Mrs Geoghegan, to be distributedto patients and families back at the hospice. A raffle and auctionraised £3,500 on the night. Guests included the Mayor andMayoress of Rochdale, Paul Rowen MP, Colin Fielding(Rochdale Man of the Year 2008), Sue Verity (Rochdale Womanof the Year 2009), staff, volunteers, trustees and patrons ofSpringhill Hospice, along with supporters old and new.
KEEP THE HOSPICEGOING
Remember it in your will.
Leaving a gift to Springhill
Hospice will help safeguard it’s
future. Get a leaflet from Ian
Jenkins, just call 01706 649920.
Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane,
Rochdale, OL16 4PZ.
www.springhill.org.uk
HOSPICE CELEBRATES IN STYLE
sprinGHillHOsPICe NeWs
The Rochdale Exchange Shopping
Centre recently hosted a fashion show
in aid of Springhill Hospice.
Hundreds of shoppers gathered to
watch eight models show off the latest
trends, from River Island, Bay
Trading, D2 and New York Laundry,
with make up from Boots.
The girls took part in four shows in
the centre of the shopping csentre,
helping to remind the huge crowd of
shoppers that Rochdale is the place to
shop. Three of the models, who were
also members of Accrington based
JDE Just Dance, wowed the crowds
with a newly choreographed routine.
Collectors from Springhill Hospice
were on hand throughout the four
shows, with generous shoppers
helping to raise £258.
FASHION SHOW FOR HOSPICE
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY…
SAT 5TH DEC - THE VERY BEST OF BRASS
AND COMEDY featuring Brighouse & Rastrick
Band with Norman Prince and guests, Rochdale
Youth Band at the Gracie Fields Theatre commencing
at 7:30pm. Tickets, priced at £15 and £12.50 (conc),
available from Sandifords Gallery, Drake Street,
Rochdale (01706 646563 - card facilities available)
and Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office (01706
649920 - card facilities available).
SUN 6TH DEC - FATHER CHRISTMAS FUN
RUN around Hollingworth Lake commencing at
11am. Registration Fee of £10 includes Santa suit (£5
if you already have one!). Please contact Springhill
Hospice Fundraising Office for more details (01706
649920).
FRI 11TH DEC - LIGHTS OF LOVE SERVICES
at the Hospice at 2pm and 6pm. Please contact
Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office (01706
649920) to reserve your seat or make a dedication to
display on the trees around the Borough or at the
Hospice.
THURS 24TH DEC - CAROL SINGING around the
tree in Wardle village centre with Wardle School
Band. Commences at 6.30pm, everybody welcome.
Any proceeds will go to the Hospice.
THE 2010 SPRINGHILL HOSPICE
CALENDAR NOW ON SALEAT ALL HOSPICE SHOPS AND OTHER OUTLETS CALL
01706 649920 FOR MORE DETAILS.
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TEL COLIN MEREDITH ON
01706 710810 OR 07774152620
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DRAMA WORKSHOPS
SO YOU WANT TO BE A STAR?DRAMA WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN, TEENAGERS & ADULTS.
Colin, who trained at rose Bruford College of
speech & Drama, in London, over 30 years ago,
still works as an actor, but has also experience as
a professional agent, producer, and director.
entry to the acting profession has changed
dramatically and there are now opportunities to
anyone who is willing to make the commitment.
Their recent successes include young rochdale
actress, shannon Flynn, who is currently filming in
the new series of Waterloo road and Harrison
rhodes who has just joined the cast of Hollyoaks.
StarStruck theatre School is celebrating it ongoing success, of over 15 years, coaching drama
and dance to children of all ages. Colin Meredith & ann Parkinson have now decided to launch a drama
class for adults. If you have ever thought of trying some acting, or want an opportunity to have some
creative time in your life, then joining starstuck theatre school could be for you. The adult drama
workshops cover a number of acting skills, voice techniques and will improve your confidence in whatever
you do in life. The sessions include theatre games and the basics of acting techniques including voice and
body work, improvisation, and some script work. It's low pressure, engaging, entertaining and certainly a lot
of laughs.
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Hi-de-Hi - It’s panto time!Making her debut in panto this year at Middleton will bespecial guest star Nikki Kelly. Fondly remembered as Sylviafrom one of the nation’s all time favourite comedy classics
‘Hi-de-Hi’, talented actress Nikki will be swapping heryellow coat for cloak and crown to take on the role of TheWicked Queen in this Mark Andrews & Link4Life production.
will open at Middleton Arena on Friday 4December until Sunday 27 December. This spectacularfairytale pantomime brings to the stage an adventure ofromance and intrigue carrying you into a magical kingdomwhere dreams really do come true.
The fantastic £15mMiddleton Arena and its500 seat purpose builtauditorium
Chris Addisonlive atMiddletonArenaAfter the recent sell-outsuccesses of Rich Hall andLee Mack, another top TVcomedian will appear at theMiddleton Arena in 2010 aspart of a national tour.
Tickets are selling now for on Sunday 14
February.
Chris from BAFTA Award-winning BBC2 comedy 'TheThick of It', 'In the Loop','Live at the Apollo', 'Skins'and 'Lab Rats' is back witha brand new stand up show.
For tickets ring the 24 hourticket line 0871 230 0010or buy online atwww.seetickets.com(booking fee applies). Alsoavailable from the Arenabox office.
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With wonderful songs and comic performances it promises to be afantastic family show in this great new venue. Tickets are on salenow from the Arena Box Office on 0844 855 4020. Also availablethrough a 24 Hour Ticket Line on 0870 264 3333 or buy online atwww.seetickets.com (booking fee applies).
A gift of fitnessFed up with buying the same old presentsevery year? Our Christmasmay be just what you are looking for. Onsale now from Link4Life Fitness Centres,this special 3-month all-inclusivemembership voucher can be given as agift and only starts to run from the first dayof use.
brings together over sixty paintings, sculptures andceramics by leading artists working in Britain during this timeincluding Henry Moore, Lucian Freud, Sir Eduardo Paolozzi andJacob Epstein - artists considered controversial at the time butnow regarded as some of the most groundbreaking artists ofthe 20th century.
And don't miss the fantastic new heritage exhibition atTouchstones Rochdale opening on 16 November.
brings to life some of the weird andwonderful stories from the area featuring local writers past andpresent. Spanning hundreds of years it features folklore, dialectwriting and modern fiction in a hands on, family friendly exhibitionwith objects from the museum, archive and gallery collections.
Touchstones Rochdale is open 7 days a week, entry is free withcafe and shop.
At the edge of British Art
Lucian Freud, Woman’s Head with Yellow Background © The Artist
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WINA FAMILY TICKET TO SEE
mOtHeR gOOse AT OLDHAM COLISEUM.The much loved traditional
pantomime promises to be biggerand better than ever this year. The family ticket can be used
4th-7th Jan. Mother Goose runsfrom 21st Nov – 9th Jan and
tickets can be booked on 0161 624 2829 or online at
www.coliseum.org.uk.
WINA FAMILY TICKET TO SEE
sleePiNg BeAUty AT MIDDLETON ARENA. .
A spectacular fairytale for all the family,
starring Nikki Kelly (Sylvia, Hi-de-Hi) as
the Wicked Queen. We have two family
tickets up for grabs. Sleeping Beauty runs
from 4th – 27th Dec. Tickets can be
booked on 0870 264 3333.
Please see the back cover for more details.
WINSIX FREE ADULT ACTING
LESSONS WITH STARSTRUCK
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PAMPER & SOOTHE Just Bras held a Pamper & Soothe evening on 29
October to launch their new autumn and winter
collection. Models, Katie and Claudette, entertained
the guests by strutting their stuff on the catwalk.
FUNDRAISING SUCCESS
The fundraising Freemasons of Rochdale joined together in
October with the recipients of their charitable donations.
Over the past year, 44 different charities have benefited from
donations from the 14 lodges based in Rochdale. One
hundred and forty guests attended the event, which was held
at The Freemasons Hall, in Rochdale, and the evening
celebrated donations of over £51,000. Invited guests included
The Mayor and Mayoress Councillor Keith Swift and Ms
Susanne Etchells, who were entertained by a string quartet
from Rochdale Music Service. A raffle held during the
evening raised a further £700 for the mayors chosen charities.
COMMUNITY...
The Sky Television
cameras paid a visit to
Rochdale AFC recently to
feature the clubs up and
coming talent in their skill
school feature on Soccer
AM. Young players
Callum Byrne and Dennis
Sherriff pitted their ball
skills against each other
with Callum coming out
on top.
KEEP IT UP
BOOSTING THE CHARITY POT
The Mayor of Whitworth,
Councillor Marie Gibbons, held
a fundraising Charity Ball at The
Riverside in October. Councillor
Gibbons and her Consort and
husband, Mr Mark Gibbons,
welcomed 130 guests to the
Riverside, who were treated to a
sumptuous four-course dinner,
provided by Lords the Caterers of
Whitworth. Entertainment was
provided by Dino, a local
Whitworth man with a power-
house voice, who kept everyone
entertained throughout the
night. Guests were also treated to
a performance by local dance
troupe Ecstasy, who won their
slot at the Mayor’s Charity Ball at
the Rossendale’s Got Talent
competition earlier on in the
year. The girls had developed
a Michael Jackson themed
routine especially for the
occasion.
The evening also featured a
raffle and auction, with all
proceeds from the night, just
over £2,500, going into the
charity pot. Councillor
Gibbons said: “Mark and I
had a fabulous evening, and I
am indebted to everyone
who contributed to make it such
a night to remember. I’m
delighted with the amount of
money we raised from this event,
all of which will be donated to
Whitworth causes at the end of
my year in office in May.”
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Mr Smalley also provided, what in the 1930’s was a
substantial fund to maintain the building. Unfortunately,
this legacy has been used to maintain the structure over
and above the income derived from the various users.
Although the building itself is sound, the income the Hall
receives is spent on the expensive use of heating and
insurance. In recent years, some of the larger windows
have been replaced and a new gas heating system has
been installed, meaning savings have dwindled.
In the near future, the Hall is desperately in need of a new
heating system and a fresh coat of paint. The floor also
needs sanding and re-varnishing and the dividing doors
need replacing. A long-term solution would be to install a
false ceiling, which would drastically reduce heating bills.
Without the required improvements, the Community Hall
may have to close, which would be a terrible loss for all
the present and future users.
Anyone who would like to volunteer, make a donation or
help out in any other way is urged to contact
COmmunity Hall unDer tHreat
The Richard Bentley Smalley Memorial
Hall, on Thornham Lane, in Slattocks, was
built at the expense of Mr R B Smalley in
the 1930’s and given to the residents of the
area. It has since provided a much needed
community facility, used by uniformed
organisations, senior citizens, a karate
club, drama group, sunday school and for
band practices.
wHat’s On DeC-janIN AND AROUND ROCHDALESat 21 Nov – Sat 9 JanMother GooseAt Oldham Coliseum. The much lovedtraditional pantomime promises to be biggerand better than ever this year, with crazycostumes, stunning sets and the fabulousFine Time Fontayne returning as the Dame.Tickets can be booked on 0161 624 2829 oronline at www.coliseum.org.uk.
Tues 1 Dec – Tues 5 JanExhibition of work by RochdaleArtists GroupAt Number Ten, 10 Baillie Street,Rochdale, OL16 1JG. Open Mon - Sat.9am – 5pm, Sun 10am – 4pm & late nightThurs till 7pm. *Closed 25th, 26th, 27th &28th Dec. Re-open Tues 29th Dec. Moredetails: 01706 354076.
Thurs 3 DecChristmas Carol Concert Milnrow Parish Church at 7.30pm.Featuring performances from the childrenof Milnrow Parish Primary School , NewheyCommunity Primary School and CrossgatesPrimary School . Refreshments will beserved. Tickets: £3 per adult, £2 per child.Contact: MedEquip4Kids on 0161 798 1600for more details.
Fri 4 DecUnder 18's Battle Of The Bands FinalAt The Back Door Music Project, TheBroadwater Centre, Smith St, Rochdale.Doors open 7.30pm - 11pm, entrance £3on the door. Membership available. Forfurther details ring Carol on 07989 085 034.
Fri 4 DecRochdale versus CancerAt Studds, Spotland Stadium, Rochdale,8pm - 1am. Manchester’s legendary clubnight ‘Common People’. DJs - BenLivingstone, Melanie Carter Morris, DaveSweetmore. A britpop / indie night inconnection with the manchester versuscancer event. £6 on the door or advancetickets from ticketline.
Fri 4 Dec – Sun 27 DecSleeping BeautyMark Andrews Productions and MiddletonArena proudly presents Sleeping Beauty - Aspectacular fairytale pantomime for all the family.Directed by and starring Craig Cowdroy ashilarious Nanny Nora and guest starring NikkiKelly from Hi-De-Hi as the evil Morgana.Tickets: Adults - £12.50, Concessions - £11,Family Ticket - £43 (2 Adults & 2 Children).Bookings: 0870 264 3333.
Sat 5 DecThree Course Christmas Buffet LunchAt Rochdale Unitarian Church, SpotlandRoad from 11.45am. Price £8.00. Formore details call 01706 649015.
Thurs 17 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Littleborough Senior Band, 6pm-8pm.
Fri 18, Sat 19 & Sun 20 DecRochdale Christmas MarketA Christmas market selling a range of foodand Christmas gifts for all the family will besituated on The Butts, 9am – 5pm. Therewill also be children’s funfair rides andstreet theatre. Visitwww.rochdaletowncentre.co.uk or call01706 926676 for more information.
Mon 21 DecChristmas TrailAvailable throughout the holidays, collect atrail from Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centreand explore the lake for yourself; lookingfor clues along the way. This trail is suitablefor all the family. All Day, duration: 2-3hours, self-led. More details: 01706 373421.
Thurs 24 DecCarol Singing Around the tree in Wardle village centrewith Wardle School Band. Commences at6.30pm, everybody welcome. Proceeds tothe Hospice.
Thurs 24 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Salvation Army Band, 11am-1pm.
Thurs 31 DecNew Years Eve Family CelebrationAt The Riverside, Whitworth Civic Hall,starts 8pm. Family celebration includes hotsupper party games & disco. Adults - £15,children - £10, under 2's free. For moredetails call: 01706 854130.
Fri 1 JanA walk in the parkClear away the cobwebs and join theCountryside Rangers on this New YearsDay walk around the Country Park andsurrounding areas. Meet 11.30am, at
Sat 5 DecChristmas concertBy One Accord Folk Group at RochdaleUnitarian Church, Spotland Road at 7.30pm. Price adults - £7.50, children - £3.Mince pies and mulled wine included.
Sat 5 DecThe Very Best of Brass and Comedy Featuring Brighouse & Rastrick Band withNorman Prince and guests, RochdaleYouth Band at the Gracie Fields Theatrecommencing at 7:30pm. Tickets, priced at£15 and £12.50 (conc), available fromSandifords Gallery, Drake Street, Rochdale(01706 646563 - card facilities available)and Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office(01706 649920 - card facilities available).
Sat 5 Dec - Thurs 7 JanThomas Powell - ExhibitionDrawings, prints & paintings of Lancashire& its people. Mon to Fri: 1.30pm - 4.00pmat The Coach House, Lodge Lane,Littleborough. More details: 01706378481.
Sun 6 DecEngine House in Steam & ChristmasFairAt Ellenroad Engine House, ElizabethanWay, Rochdale. With stalls and live musicfrom The Moonshiners. Admission from11am, steaming midday - 4pm. Adults £3,Concessions £2, Family £8. More details:01706 881952.
Sun 6 DecFather Christmas Fun Run Around Hollingworth Lake commencing at11am. Registration Fee of £10 includes Santasuit (£5 if you already have one!). Pleasecontact Springhill Hospice Fundraising Officefor more details (01706 649920).
Sun 6 DecFather Christmas & Reindeer ParadeA parade will make its way from the top ofYorkshire St at midday, made up of realreindeers, Father Christmas, a brass band,street theatre artists, children from localprimary schools and much more. Thereindeers will also be in a pen on TheButts from 1pm-4pm.
Thurs 10 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Littleborough Senior Band, 6pm-8pm.
Fri 11 DecLights of Love Services At the Hospice at 2pm and 6pm. Pleasecontact Springhill Hospice FundraisingOffice (01706 649920) to reserve your seator make a dedication to display on the treesaround the Borough or at the Hospice.
Sat 12 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Salvation Army Band, 10am-1pm, DebroseChoir 2pm-3.30pm.
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Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre,Rakewood Road Littleborough. Formore information call: 01706 373421.
Fri 1 Jan Bird ID & Bird BoxesPromoting the RSPB big garden birdwatch, join this short bird walk followedby a bird box making workshop. Cost formaterials £2.50 if you take home the box.Free if you leave the box for the park.Meet 11.30am, at Hollingworth LakeVisitor Centre, Rakewood RoadLittleborough. For more informationcall: 01706 373421.
Weds 6 JanFusilier Association meetingOnce a Fusilier – Always a Fusilier.Rochdale Branch of the FusilierAssociation meets the first Wednesdayof the month at Rochdale TransportClub, Baron St, Rochdale, at 8pm. Forfurther information contact theSecretary Mr Elwin Pickup on 01706712370.
Sun 24 Jan Wedding FairAt The Best Western Broadfield ParkHotel. 12noon – 4pm, bridal fashionshow at 2pm. Showcasing a number ofwedding suppliers, including chair coverand room dressers, bridal shops,photographers, videographers, a casino,chocolate fountain, toastmaster, singers,make-up artists, cake supplier,stationers, handmade jewellery andmuch more. For more details contactPaul Wright on 07843 098456.
Sat 30 JanThe Clone Roses & DJ Dave SweetmoreAt Studds, Spotland Stadium, Rochdale,8pm - 1am. Tickets £10 advance fromthe club shop and ticketline.
Mark Andrews Productions and
MIDDLETON ARENAproudly presents Rochdale Borough’s finest professional pantomime
4-27 December 200924 Hour Ticket Line0870 264 3333www.seetickets.com*
TICKETS: £12.50 Adults £11.00 Concessions £43.00 Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children)
A spectacular fairytale pantomime for all the family
Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, Middleton, M24 1AG. www.middletonarena.com Arena Box Office: 0844 855 4020
with special guest star
NIKKI KELLYHi-de-Hi’s ‘Sylvia’ as the
Wicked Queen
Directed by and Starring
CRAIG COWDROYas Hilarious Panto Dame
Nanny NoraSupported by full professional cast and theAnita Tymcyshyn Dancers.
*Booking Fee
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