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December is fast approaching and we will soon be getting ready for Christmas.
This glorious time of year is when we deck the halls, eat great food and celebrate with our loved ones.
We have another fun filled issue with lots of events and things to do, from a sherry trifle recipe and seasonal table decorations to local travel and what’s on in your area over the festive period.
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A dream drive is closer than you think, because at Resin Bound Surfaces we have some great winter offers on when you purchase either a Drive, Path, or Patio from our new and exclusive range.
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The Mall Blackburn is once again supporting Secret Santa in its bid to deliver toys to the area’s most underprivileged families this Christmas. A donation station has been set up outside The Mall’s Ask Me Point as part of the 2022 toy appeal and shoppers are being asked to drop off presents for more than 1000 children across the borough.
Loraine Jones, General Manager at The Mall Blackburn, said: “Secret Santa has grown to become a lifeline for families and individuals across Blackburn with Darwen and their efforts to help people all year round are relentless.
“We assist them with their Easter and Secret Sheik appeals and we are delighted to be an official collection point for Christmas gifts again this year. “The local community always rallies round to make sure even the most disadvantaged children in our area can enjoy opening some lovingly chosen gifts on Christmas Day.”
Phil Boulding, who founded Secret Santa with his wife Karen, said: “While Christmas should be the most wonderful time of the year, it can be very worrying for families who cannot afford to buy presents for their children.
“Sadly, this year has been extremely difficult with many more families finding themselves in this position, so we will work extra hard to help as many as possible.
“We’re aiming to provide a sack of seven presents to more than 1000 local children to open on Christmas morning.
“We would also be very grateful for cash donations that allow us to purchase age/gender specific gifts. “Cash donations allow us to fill gaps between what toys are donated, and the toys that we need. “These are then delivered to parents or carers to wrap up and give to the area’s little ones most in need.”
In 2019, The Mall made a rent-free store available to act as the Secret Santa HQ and has been working with them for the last three years.
Located below the clock tower on King William Street, the unit gives the organisation a high street presence to sell new and preloved items and raise awareness of its work.
In 2021 Secret Santa was selected as The Mall’s Charity of the Year, with more than £3600 being raised.
Collection containers for toy donations are available at The Mall’s Ask Me Point and people can donate cash in store or online.
Visit www.secretsanta.ltd for more information.
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Sitting in the heart of Whalley’s beautiful and thriving village you will find our brand new development Whalley Manor, a collection of stunning energy efficient 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes, all complete with industry leading specification throughout as standard. With such a vast variety of house types available, rest assured there is something to suit everyone; from first time buyers wanting to step foot on the property ladder, those who are choosing to downsize or even growing families in search for their forever home. You could make your dream home, a Laurus Home.
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age and I had a lot dental work done on my lower teeth which was failing.
“I had swapped dentists a number of times and then the dentist I moved to retired,” recalls Jack, whose wife Shirley knew
As an extremely active 83-yearold, Jack Morris has undergone life-changing, dental implant treatment that has given him the smile he has always wanted.
Jack has also seen the benefits to his health and confidence too – and it’s all thanks to the professionals at Renovo Dental.
Seeking specialist dental treatment, patients throughout the UK travel to the new, Ribble Valley-based Renovo Dental, where there is a top team of dental specialists, in-house dental technicians and general practitioners working with some of the very latest state-of-the-art technology.
Dr Usman Riaz of Renovo Dental, having undergone implants with him almost a decade ago.
“She was highly pleased with her implants,” says Jack. “I had always been told that I had insufficient bone to have implants and that it would be too complex – I wasn’t making any progress in improving the situation so I asked Shirley if Usman would see me for an assessment.”
Usman, a highly experienced clinician with
In what was a complex challenge, the professionals at Renovo Dental formulated a dental implant plan that has been a huge success for patient Jack Morris
After wearing loose dentures for several years and being advised on numerous occasions there was insufficient bone for dental implants, Jack felt he had come to the end of the road in his attempts to resolve the problem.
But when he asked for a consultation with the team at Renovo Dental, he began to see light at the end of the tunnel, as he explains: “I had lost my upper teeth at quite an early
Photography: Robin Lyndona special interest in aesthetic and implant dentistry, readily agreed to see Jack, who went along to the beautifully restored Renovo surgery in the village of Chatburn: “Usman carried out the assessment – and while he said implants would be quite complex, he said it was possible.”
Usman explains: “Jack had been told that implants just weren’t possible, but he persevered. He was struggling with loose fitting, partial dentures and was finding it difficult to eat.
“During the initial assessment a CT scan was done and yes, it revealed Jack didn’t have sufficient bone. So, we agreed that bone grafting was the solution.”
Bone grafting was performed to replace destroyed bone surrounding the teeth roots. The bone graft then helped to serve as a platform for the regrowth of natural bone.
Testament to their skills, the team at Renovo, carried out the bone graft procedure in the same visit as the implant placements.
“The team at Renovo have been superb! I can’t recommend them highly enough. They treat you as a client with total respect –you’re not just a number.
“All the staff are so reassuring. It’s made a terrific difference to my life,” says Jack, who spends time with Shirley in Tenerife each year. “I can now eat okay – and I like my food!” says the former award-winning Bolton butcher.
Speaking about Jack’s treatment, Usman adds: “Jack is a really sociable guy, prominent in the community and resolving his dental problems was a big thing for him. It wasn’t just about aesthetics it was a functional issue that was affecting his quality of life.”
As a brand-new clinic, Renovo has invested in the latest digital dental technology, including a state-of-the-art CT scanner which allows the team to plan and perform very precise implant surgery. This CT-guided surgery for implants is faster, easier and more efficient for surgeons and safer, more comfortable and results in faster healing for patients.
Preparation is the key to the success and the team of dental nurses, dental technicians and implant surgeons, all play their part on the day.
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“No two smiles are the same, so there is no ‘one-size-fits all’ when it comes to this level of Implant dentistry,” says Usman.
“Like all our other patients, the implants have completely changed Jack’s smile,” adds Usman. “Implants can transform people –they gain confidence and restore self-esteem. It may sound a cliché, but this treatment really does change their lives.” n
Renovo Dental treats patients throughout the region, who have been referred by their general dentist as well as self-referrals
Working alongside Usman on Jack’s dentistry was highly experienced specialist periodontist and implant surgeon Dr Khurrum Hussain, who completed specialist training in periodontology at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute, London.
As a periodontal specialist, he deals with gum disease and the soft tissue surrounding the palate, degenerating bone issues and failing implants.
Following treatment to improve bone density and the health of Jack’s gums, a period of healing followed before the final implant-supported teeth were fitted – and the results have been transformative for Jack:
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Photography: Robin Lyndon
Photography: Robin Lyndon
BERG are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of Steel Frame pedal go-karts and quality trampolines. Today BERG products are sold in over 75 countries around the world and is also the brand of choice in the leisure industry.
If you have visited a farm park or a theme park and had a ride on some pedal go karts, they were probably BERG!
Well now, you can buy your very own BERG from Stuart Taylors! So why not come and visit our fantastic new showroom on Myerscough Smithy Lane and see what has just arrived.
The latest farm themed ride-ons for budding new farmers are now available for ages 5 – adult or if you would like something smaller, we have something for junior Rally drivers!
BERG offer a huge range of products , from the smallest first rideon or balance bikes, to electric pedal assist go-karts. Many themes are available, including race and off-road models, to suit all ages.
If you are looking for that extra special birthday or Christmas gift this year, we have it in store now! You can park easily outside the showroom and you will be sure of a warm welcome!
Bring your family and friends to celebrate the start of the Christmas season at Samlesbury with our festive fair! Wander through the Hall and browse a variety of stalls displaying local products from across our beautiful county.
Venue - Samlesbury Hall, Samlesbury
27 Nov 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Thrilled to be a part of Lancashire, Holmes Mill are celebrating by throwing their very own Mill Feast.
Venue - Holmes Mill, Clitheroe
Boiler House Bowling, Clitheroe
27 Nov 2022Open 13:00 - 18:00
Crafty Vintage Presents
Market @ Whalley Nov 26th / 27th
Christmas Market Waddow Hall 3rd and 4th Dec
Christmas Market @ CrowWood Sunday 11th Dec
Let all your friends, family and work colleagues know that Blackpool Santa Dash is back on Sunday 4th December 2022. This is a fantastic way to kick off the festive season and get in the Christmas spirit!
Be in with the chance of winning £250 just…4 Dec 2022Open 11:00 - 13:30
Christmas Market Whalley 18th & 19th Dec
Whalley Road, Mellor Brook, BB2 7PR. The Community Centre is the perfect venue for a variety of events such as private functions, children’s parties, conferences and meetings. It offers excellent amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi and IT facilities, PA system and a brand new state of the art lighting rig. With excellent transport links, it’s situated in a rural yet central location within the heart of the Ribble Valley. Hire costs per hour for one off bookings: £15 Main Hall, £13 Front Room, £13 Upstairs Room, £4 Kitchen. Regular weekly bookings: commercial organisations receive a one third discount and charitable organisations receive a two thirds discount off the standard hire rate. Regular groups: Monday – Toddlers (term-time), Brownies (term-time), Pilates. Tuesday - Cheryl’s Dance Studios (term-time), Women’s Institute, Palatine Fiddlers (term-time). Wednesday – Beavers (term-time). Thursday – Little Voices BDRV (term-time), Community Ukulele. Friday – Cheryl’s Dance Studios (termtime), Christian Meetings (7.30pm to 8.30pm). Saturday - Cheryl’s Dance Studios (term-time). Sunday – Film Club. Check out the website www. mellorbrook.org, Facebook and Twitter @MellorBrook for news and forthcoming events. Tel: 07436 271153, email: rachael@mellorbrook.org 3 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 15:00
In aid of Belmont Residential Care Home to be held at St Wilfred’s Club on Thursday December 8th 2022 from 7pm. Eyes Down at 7:30 pm.
Donations for the prizes will be gratefully accepted. Tel 01772 782031 thecarrierpigeon.co.uk
Mrs Dowsons Farm
Christmas at the farm is back and bigger than ever for another MAGICAL year, and is set to be more enchanting than ever. Join us as we transport you to Santa’s top-secret farm HQ, full of sparkle, and plenty of cheer!
Dates available from 26th Nov and throughout December 22. Book via website www.mrsdowsons. co.uk
Brockholes Nature Reserve Samlesbury, Preston
Located on our unique Visitor Village floating on Meadow Lake, we are inviting artisan businesses from around the North West to showcase their products and create a brilliant, unique market right here at Brockholes.
Venue - Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston
26 Nov 2022 to 27 Nov 2022
3 Dec 2022 to 4 Dec 2022
10 Dec 2022 to 11 Dec 2022
17 Dec 2022 to 18 Dec 2022
Ashton-on-Ribble,, Preston Artisan Market & Santa Train plus Local Artisan Producers, Makers,Bakers,Artists, Photographers & jewellers
Everything from Craft Gins to Speciality Cheeses, Chutneys,Fudge & Handmade Chocolates.
Handmade Wooden Crafts, Candles & Soaps & wreaths…
Manor Hotel Barton, Preston
Celebrate Christmas at Barton Manor Hotel & Spa with festive food and drink; photograph opportunities; naughty and nice list fun; the magical arrival of Father Christmas and a memorable gift for children.
Dates:
4 Dec 2022Open 09:30 - 11:00
4 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 13:30
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Classical Ballet and Opera House presents Sleeping Beauty – a spectacular fairy-tale.
Venue - Grand Theatre, Blackpool
Hesketh Bank
Join a short ride on a Santa Special steam train to Toyland and meet Father Christmas.
Children receive a present from Santa and adults can enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie.
Venue - West Lancashire Light Railway, Hesketh Bank
4 Dec 2022to18 Dec 2022
Fernhurst & Oakdale - 1000, Mellor, Mellor Brook & Copster Green - 1200, Lammack & Beardwood - 1300, Pleasington - 100, Balderstone - 100, Ramsgreave & Parsonage Road - 400, Wilpshire - 1100, Langho700, Old Langho - 50, The Rydings - 100, Billington - 550, Whalley - 1000, Calderstone Park - 450, Barrow - 550, Waddington250, West Bradford - 250, Clitheroe - 3300, Grindleton - 150, Pendleton - 50, Chatburn - 400, Longridge & Whittingham - 3950, Ribchester - 450, Chipping - 250, Goosnargh & Grimsargh - 1800, Brockhall Village - 350, Hurst Green - 200.
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Absolute Enigma has been open for business for just over a year and within this time the gallery has massively evolved with an even more eclectic choice of professionally made items.
Christmas stock is now in from gifts to cards and artwork all designed and made by 30+ local artists and displayed in our amazing gallery.
We also design, renovate and relove furniture as well as digitally paint images to be printed onto fabrics to give the upholstery a real bespoke, one of a kind finish.
Most items in the gallery can be made to accommodate your personal needs and colour scheme and commissions can be taken on furniture, paintings and gifts.
Regular workshops are held for crochet, watercolour painting, ribbon wreaths and decoupaging, naming just a few. Please contact us for details.
The gallery is our happy place and we are passionate about what we do. We love working amongst so many wonderful and beautiful items and we look forward to sharing it with you.
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December Classes
Monday 10am-11am Hotpod Flow 7pm-8pm Hotpod Flow
Tuesday 6.30pm-7.30pm Foundation Flow Wedneday 6.30-7.30pm Hotpod Flow
Thursday 10-11am -Hotpod Flow 7pm-8pm - Hotpod Flow
Friday
11.30am-12.15 Hotpod Flow 7pm-8pm - Nurturing Flow
Saturday 10-11am - Hotpod Flow
Sunday 10am-11am Hotpod Flow 6.30-7.30 Nurturing Flow
Hotpod yoga will not run on 25th Dec and 1st Jan
For more details please check out our website www.hotpodyoga.com
Following the sell-out success of our ‘A Ghost Story for Christmas’ promenade theatre production in 2021, the Hall is excited to present ‘Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol’ for 2022…
Venue - Samlesbury Hall, Samlesbury
This exhibition features a wide range of artists who are fascinated by trees, some for their aesthetic appeal, others exploring their potential for symbolic meaning.
Venue - The Atkinson, West Lancashire
Your Santa train ticket includes full access to all the fantastic farm attraction, were all animals will definitely be in the festive spirit.
Venue - Windmill Animal Farm, Burscough
A new monumental artwork titled ‘The Lancashire Tapestry’ celebrating Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, was unveiled on 1st June at a very special ceremony at Blackburn Cathedral.
Venue - Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn 2 June 2022 to 1 Jan 2023
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1 Dec 2022 to 31 Dec 2022
4 June 2022 to 11 Mar 2023
A Christmas gift they’ll never forget, from luxury afternoon tea to a delightful Sunday lunch in the Heritage Cafe or a relaxing overnight break in a Shepherd’ s Hut! You can indulge yourself or share the love and treat someone special to a Samlesbury Hall experience. Let them choose with our universal gift voucher, starting from a minimum of £10.
The Heritage Café will be serving a wonderful winter set menu from the 22nd November until the 23rd December 2022. The café is decked with twinkly lights and candles and a fabulously festive atmosphere paired with delicious food! For just £21 per head for two courses or £28 per head for three courses, you can be sure of a delicious festive feast. For groups of 20+, the Heritage Café will open especially in the evenings just for you! Pre-booking is strongly advised. You can book online by visiting the Heritage Café page or by calling 01254 812010.
We are delighted to offer free guided tours, usually on Sundays at 11am and 2pm. (Please check our events diary for details) Take a spellbinding witchy walk through Samlesbury Hall with our very own wicked Janey. Or hear the spookiest tales of Samlesbury Hall and beyond with our resident expert on all things paranormal, Spooky Simon.
Don’t forget to visit Maria in Dottie’ s Wafflery for the best winter treats around. How does a freshly baked hot waffle, with Christmas pudding and brandy sauce sound! Or a warming gingerbread hot chocolate? No need to book!
Whether it’s that relaxing hot tub escape, a special family gathering or an exciting milestone celebration with your nearest and dearest, our modern holiday cottages have been built with both functionality and comfort in mind while maintaining a traditional countryside look from the outside. Each of our distinctive homes is configured with sociable, open plan kitchen/dining rooms with Smart TVs, woodburning stoves and access to private, enclosed gardens. Contemporary en-suite bedrooms with comfortable super king sized or large single beds come as standard with ambient underfloor heating throughout.
If you fancy leaving the comfort of your cottage, we’re ideally placed not far from the larger cities of Preston, Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds with museums, attractions and shopping outlets. A little closer to home are both Clitheroe and Longridge which have a combination of high street shops and independent retailers to visit as well as an abundance of cafes and bars. The real perk of the Ribble Valley is the heaps of quaint local villages to explore, just like Ribchester itself, each with charming features, cosy rustic pubs and beautiful countryside scenery on tap!
Whatever your occasion, our dedicated in-house team is incredibly passionate and on hand to ensure your accommodation is always pristine, warm and welcoming. They pride themselves on creating the fluffiest robes and towels as well as making sure the linens are smooth and crisp. They also happen to be experts on the Ribble Valley and will happily make suggestions on tried and tested outdoor escapes, local attractions and the best places to sample brilliant local produce.
Take your time to discover what makes the Ribble Valley great. With Forest of Bowland (AONB), the Yorkshire Dales and The Lake District within easy reach, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Whether you’re out and about or relaxing in the bubbles of your own, private hot tub with friends, we’re confident you will fall in love with your home from home.
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The ever-changing British economy is throwing up all sorts of challenges for families across the Ribble Valley and surrounding areas. Here at The Old Coach House Antiques, based on Waddington Road, we are adapting to the challenges by offering pre-loved items to suit all budgets.
Where antiques meet vintage, we have an exciting array of items for inside and outdoor areas. Spread across four rooms, we have inspirational displays of antique furniture, vintage, curios, architectural and garden furniture. Salvage and garden items are proving very popular now with rural farming bygones especially sought after in the Ribble Valley.
Our stock is rotated on a weekly basis with sourcing from local auctions as far away as Harrogate, York, and the Yorkshire Dales. We also regularly purchase local house clearances, all providing a regular source of items with local interest.
Here at the Old Coach House, we are entering our third year trading and rapidly approaching our third Christmas. We will have plenty of fabulous gift ideas for the run up to the festive period with a few surprises along the way!
Visit our showroom - Waddington Road, Clitheroe, BB7 2HJ
If you have not managed to visit us in person, you can visit our website www.theoldcoachhouseantiques.co.uk or email us at info@theoldcoachhouseantiques.co.uk
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