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Summer is certainly knocking on the door as we go into the merry month of May with really nice sunny days, but some cold nights!

Steelfest is at the end of the month and then the three day Irlam LIVE Event will be taking place at Prince’s Park that should really put Irlam and Cadishead on the music map, have you got your tickets yet?

Next month in June we celebrate our 2nd Birthday, 24 consecutive issues of the Irlam and Cadishead Times and “boy has that time flown by!” As always we cannot produce and deliver for free, a quality magazine, each and every month delivered to your doorstep, without the support of our Advertisers and contributors. Your support is much appreciated and long may it continue.

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on First Wedding Celebrati At 1923 Café Rixton couple (pictured) have tied the knot and celebrated their wedding at the 1923 Café at Irlam Railway Station, hopefully the first of many wedding receptions as the reputation of this iconic venue continues to grow.

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Chris Horrocks and partner Lynsey Plano both age 42 met their wedding guests at the 1923 Café for pre-wedding drinks before whisking them all away to Manchester Town Hall on a vintage 1970’s double decker bus for the wedding ceremony.

It was then back to Irlam to continue the party for the newlyweds who were treated to a delicious hot buffet and had friend Gaynor Black and a DJ adding to the entertainment at the 1923 Café. Chris said, “A fantastic and interesting venue surrounded by our family and friends who could ask for more on our very special day.”

Sue McGilligan manager at the Café said, “It was lovely to have what will be the first of many weddings at the 1923 Café. I am sure the bride and groom had a great time celebrating their wedding with family and friends in our unique venue.

We can host and cater for all kinds of special occasions, anniversaries, meetings and events at the 1923 Café.”

CHURCH FAIR St. Marys Church, Penry Avenue, Cadishead will soon be holding their annual fun filled Spring Fair.

On Saturday May 14th at 1.30pm the Spring Fair will be held in the church and church hall. Various stalls including cakes, books, bric a brac, prize and bottle tombolas's, raffle, hand-made jewellery and games. Hot and cold refreshments also available. All are welcome to attend.

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With Church Sleep-Ov ore than 30 local Cub Scouts and their leaders had a fun filled fantastic evening when they held a sleep over at St John the Baptist Church in Irlam recently.

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They were celebrating 100 years of Cub Scouting and the Rev. Jane Warhurst told the Times, “We were delighted and thrilled to have so many young people having a fun-time under the church roof at St. Johns.”

They filled the church with their sleeping bags and after a quick tour of the church hosted by Rev. Jane Warhurst, they enjoyed various activities including a team quiz and eventually settled down to sleep in the unfamiliar surroundings.

After breakfast of crumpets and hot chocolate, they left the church very tidy and ready for the first service of the morning at 9.15am after an interesting and memorable night.

rlam man Alan Connor has just won a national squash title with his team mates at the age of 59.

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Alan (pictured) from Colling Close, Irlam is part of the successful Lancashire over 55’s Squash Team, based at Wigan Cricket Club.

That recently won the National Inter Counties over 55’s Squash Team title after beating Surry in the semi-finals and then Northumbria 3-2 in an exciting final played at Leicester.

Alan has been playing squash for more than 30 years and is a member of the popular Brooklands Club in Sale. A former Cadishead Primary and Alfred Turner High School pupil Alan took up Squash in his twenties playing locally at Cadishead Recreation Centre.

The technical surveyor with Homebase is married to wife Sue for the past 31 years with a daughter Emily age 18. He told the Times, “This is the first time I have ever won anything at this level. To be a National Champion with the rest of the team is just fantastic and well worth all the hard work that the whole team has put in.”

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Weekend Of Events To Celebrate 150th Anniversary n the weekend of 24th June, St John the Baptist Church on Liverpool Road, Irlam are planning a three-day celebration to mark the 150th Anniversary of Irlam Parish Church.

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The local ‘landmark’ Church will be decorated with flowers and people from the community and beyond are invited to come and share in the celebration. On the evening of Friday 24th, Cadishead Band are joining the celebrations for a concert and they hope to arrange other musical ‘visitors’ through the long weekend, including as many local amateur musicians of all ages as they can.

The Rev. Jane Warhurst vicar at St. John’s told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “The church will be open between 10am and 6.30pm on Friday and tickets will be available for the Band Concert which will begin at 7.30pm. Messy Church will meet as usual on the 4th Friday of the month but will be based in the Vicarage Garden between 4pm and 6pm with plenty of messy things to do as we celebrate John the Baptist, ending with our usual lively worship and shared Messy Meal.”

On Saturday, the church will be open from 10am to 7.30pm with a break between 2pm and 3.30pm for a Wedding Ceremony during which access will be restricted to wedding guests.

On Sunday the doors will be open from 8.30am for quiet space and reflection, then join them at 10.30am when they celebrate 150 years of Worship, Welcome and Service in their Parish Church. In the afternoon at 3pm there will be afternoon tea and ‘songs of praise’, a short, dementia-friendly event with well known and loved hymns and prayers followed by tea and cake and the chance to enjoy the flowers.

Rev. Jane added, “St John’s has been part of the lives of many in Irlam over the last century and a half with many coming to the building to share together times of joy and sadness. Lots of people have answered the appeal for their memories of past occasions and we’ll share some of them in June while saving many of the photographs and memorabilia for a second celebration over the national Heritage Open Weekend in September.”

The Parish of Irlam has been a place of journeys since the Church first opened in 1866, as the road, railway and canal have carried people into and out of the town and industries, from agriculture to steel working to digital technology and beyond have ebbed and flowed and this will be reflected in the celebration festival.

150 years of comings and goings in the parish are reflected in the beautiful stained glass windows, many of which are reminders of people who have lived and served in the church and the parish and which call to mind both the changing face of the town and the unchanging Christian Gospel which has been shared here in the church for 150 years and throughout the world for 2000 years. The flowers will bring to life those comings and goings, involving as many as possible in the preparation from the very young to the not-so-young and sharing their inspiration and joy in creation with everyone who comes through the doors.

Come along and join the celebration!

Korea Medal For Cliff ollins Green man Clifford Herridge (pictured) was deeply honoured to be presented with the Peoples Republic of Korea Medal also known as the ‘Peace Medal’ at a special presentation event.

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Cliff age 83 has lived in Hollins Green pretty much all his life and was doing his National Service in 1951 - 1953 when he was sent to Korea in 1952 for a year in what in now known as ‘The Forgotten war’, with the Liverpool based, Kings Regiment.

Kingsman Herridge became platoon cook whilst in Korea and also carried out his duties with a mortar unit. He received the award along with two other colleagues at the unveiling of a new exhibition on the ‘The Forgotten War’ at Tameside Central Library.

Cliff received his medal from Lt. Col. Lee the military attaché to the Embassy in London, he said, “I am very proud to receive this medal, an acknowledgement of serving in Korea. I have a lot of memories of my time there and the people.”

Cliff was presented with the ‘Republic of Korea’ Medal for Services in the Korean War as a mark of appreciation and gratitude from the people of South Korea.

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young Irlam apprentice will follow her father’s footsteps into the Engineering industry after securing a prestigious apprenticeship with Kellogg’s and Trafford College.

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Former Irlam and Cadishead College student Freya Johnson age 16, was in her final year at High School and completing her GCSEs when she decided that she wanted to embark on a career in Engineering, taking inspiration from her father and her grandfather before him, both of whom have worked in the industry all their lives.

Having always favoured practical work over academic subjects, Freya had heard a lot about apprenticeships and when she discovered that the multinational food manufacturing company was on the lookout for fresh new talent, she didn’t delay in submitting her application.

Despite being the only girl currently enrolled on the first year of her five-year apprenticeship, Freya has thrown herself into the programme and isn’t fazed by working alongside her male counterparts in the busy College workshops.

She told the Times, “Having only just left school, I hadn’t had any experience in the field of Engineering when I applied for the apprenticeship, but I loved the idea of working in the industry and especially for a world renowned company like Kellogg’s.

I’m especially happy to be following in the footsteps of my father and grandfather.

“Coming to College is very different to school. You get treated like an adult and your tutors place a lot of trust in you and your abilities. I’d definitely recommend studying at Trafford College and especially on an apprenticeship. This is definitely the course for me.”

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n Irlam couple celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary recently and were totally ‘gobsmacked’ after their family had arranged a surprise ‘birthday bash’ at Irlam Steel Club that they knew absolutely nothing about!

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Ronnie And Mavis Celebrate Diamond Wedding

Popular local couple, Ronnie and Mavis Nelson both age 79, were married at the Stowell Memorial Church on Cross Lane, Salford in 1956. Before moving to the Irlam and Cadishead District in 1965.

The couple have five sons, Steven, Les, Barry, Roy and Brian and numerous grandchildren and great grand-children. The boys and their families have ‘chipped in’ to send mum and dad on a Mediterranean Cruise later in the year as well as organising the surprise party and a family meal to celebrate the Diamond Wedding.

Ronnie has been a driver for most of his working life working for Brown and Paulson’s for ten years, Lancashire Tar for 20 years before retiring from British Fuels in Cadishead in 2002. He a member of both Irlam Social Club and Irlam Steel Club where he is a keen bowler.

Mavis used to work at home doing sewing and also worked at Ladywell Hospital for 10 years and the former Beechfield Home for 10 years before retiring in 2001. Mavis loves playing darts and is a long-time member of the Irlam Steel Ladies Darts Team.

Mavis and Ronnie said, “The surprise party was a real surprise, we thought we were meeting to get a mini-bus to go for a family meal. We were really gobsmacked it took ages to get over it! We didn’t get in until 4am the following morning and met so many friends and family we had not seen for ages! A wonderful surprise and a really big thank you to all the family and friends for making our Diamond wedding such a special occasion, thank you all.”

he Hollins Green Community Shop on Manchester Road, Hollins Green, stocks its very own bottled beer that has been sent as a souvenir to ex pats all around the World.

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The ‘Village IPA’ from the Hollins Green Community Shop is a ‘pale hoppy ale’ at 4.7 ABV, hand crafted by the Dunham Massey Brewery Co. based just a few miles away over Warburton Bridge near to Dunham Massey.

Shop volunteer and real ale enthusiast Roger Lightup (pictured) from Cadishead told the Times, “The shops stocks a lovely range of traditional craft beers from the Dunham Massey Brewery including beers, ales and stouts, I have tried some of them and they are fantastic including the shop’s own brand ‘Village’ Indian Pale Ale (IPA), why not treat yourselves to a bottle!”

Others bottling’s stocked in the community shop from the Dunham Massey Craft Brewery include, Little Bollington, Landlady, Gold, East India, Deer Beer, Dunham Stout, Ruby Sunset and Obelisk.

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Mid way through her weight loss journey Danielle was diagnosed with Crohns Disease and lactose intolerance.

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DEFIB For Meadows In Cadishead he second of two brand new ‘state of the art’ life saving Defibrillators has been installed at the Meadows in Cadishead in memory of much loved Cadishead man Michael Gordon who sadly passed away last year age just 37.

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Partner Zoe Gordon age 36 told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “It was the idea of our son Ronan who wanted to do something to remember dad, so we organised a fundraising night at Irlam Catholic Club.”

Zoe added, “At the fundraiser we had a disco, raffle and auction which raised £4,000 on the night. Michael was a regular at the Coach and Horses so it was fitting that the first Defibrillator was installed outside the Pub. Now we have added the second at the Meadows which will be there for the people of Cadishead if they need it in an emergency.”

The latest Defibrillator was installed at the Meadows in Cadishead (pictured) on New Moss Road at the City West Housing Scheme that is now part of the For Viva Housing Group.

Jonathan Clare, Independent Living Co-ordinator at the Meadows said, “At City West Housing Trust we are about much more than bricks and mortar. Working in partnership to ensure people can improve their health and wellbeing is a key priority, so when Zoe approached us with the suggestion to install a livesaving defibrillator unit at The Meadows, we were very pleased to help. We hope to work with Zoe and her family again in the future to ensure more of these units are available across Irlam and Cadishead.”

Pictured at the unveiling alongside Zoe and Ronan Gordon are Barbara Gordon, Ann Hanson and Julie Bickerdike with Jonathan Clare, Tony Prescott from Hamilton Davies Trust, First Responder Keith Harrison and residents from the Meadows.

I Glazebrook W th ry Celebrate 70 Anniversa embers of the Glazebrook Women’s Institute (WI), celebrated their 70th Anniversary recently (pictured) after originally being formed in the year after World War II ended in 1946.

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The very popular group meet at The Community Hall in Hollins Green, across the road from the Black Swan pub. They currently have full membership and have had to start a waiting list.

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eir Irlam Brothers Make Th International Debut rlam brothers Jack and Harry Ratcliffe will be travelling to Holland in August to take part in the European Touch Rugby Championships, representing England in this under 18’s international competition.

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Jack age 15 is a student at Irlam and Cadishead College he plays rugby league for Eccles RLFC and for the Salford Reds under 16’s team. Brother Harry age 14 is a student at Lymm High School and also plays at Eccles RLFC and rugby union with Lymm Rugby Club and for the Cheshire under 15’s representative side.

The ‘Brothers in Arms’, both former Irlam Primary School pupils from Astley Road, Irlam, play touch rugby at Halton ‘Touch Rugby’ in Widnes and have represented the North West Team the ‘Northern Stars.’

The lads will be competing against other ‘home’ nation sides along with the likes of Italy, France, Switzerland and Germany in the European Championships.

Following in their dad Dave’s footsteps, the former Salford Reds and Eccles Rugby League player represented England in an International ‘Touch Rugby’ over 35’s Tournament last year and also plays at Halton Touch Rugby.

Dave told the Times, “The boys have done exceptionally well to be selected to play for the under 18’s England side when they are still only 14 and 15. We are really proud of their achievements and commitments and it’s nice to see them following in my footsteps and representing their country at touch rugby one of the fastest growing sports around.”

organiser and she holds her title for services to the community.

A now deceased member Ingrid Hitchens (MBE) held her title for services to Action for Children (formerly known as National Children’s home), the Guide Association and many others.

Secretary Judith Barnard told the Times, “We have a trip to see ‘Grease’ at the Brindley in May and a trip to Anglesey to LlanfairPG in the summer to see where the first WI was set up in the UK in 1915.”

Judith added, “Last year we celebrated the centenary year of the founding of the Women’s Institute organisation. Our president, Margaret Hornby, had the honour of attended the Queen’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace and the centenary meeting at The Royal Albert Hall representing Glazebrook WI.” The group celebrated their 70th Anniversary (pictured) with a party and a lovely buffet the afternoon was enjoyed by all. Including oldest member Gladys Young (pictured) cutting the anniversary cake at the age of 90.

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Rotary Thank Rehau For Support he Rotary Club of Irlam showed their appreciation after a Cadishead company presented them with £500 to help support their local projects.

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Last Christmas part of the Rehau unlimited Polymer Solutions Company, based in Cadishead, decided that they would change their procedure around the festive season.

Instead of the ever faithful act of giving their customers a seasonal gift, they asked for ideas throughout their staff, many of those being Irlam and Cadishead residents.

A decision was reached to give the £500 to the Rotary Club of Irlam, to help with their spreading of Christmas cheer.

Rotary President Ken Mellor told the Times, “We of course were delighted and used the extra funding to increase the value of our already well established Christmas Parcels for the elderly in our area and the nursing homes hampers. When the idea was put to Rehau, they were delighted to be of some help and we have recently presented them with a Certificate of Appreciation for all their support.”

The picture shows from left to right Lorraine Allsey, Barry Gilligan, Alison Ditchfield, Ken Mellor (Rotary President) and Sue Sanderson.

Remembering Those High School Days chools days, best teachers, favourite lessons, eighties music and fashion of the day will be just some of the conversations as old school friends will be ‘reunited’ for the second year running.

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The class of 1985 from Irlam and Cadishead High School enjoyed their 30-year reunion (pictured) so much last year that they have decided to do it all again and the ‘forty somethings’ will be gathering in force at Irlam Catholic Club for what promises to be a fun packed evening of nostalgia and ‘proper’ music from the eighties.

Carol Mckenna (nee Mace), told the Times, “We had such a great time last year that it was decided to do it all over again with a second reunion for the class of 1985 from Irlam and Cadishead High School. The fun all takes place again at the Catholic Club on Saturday 11th June and will be pay on the door with a charge of £5.”

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CAB Advice Making And Registering A Lasting Power Of Attorney lasting power of attorney is the legal process you can use to make sure that if you, or somebody important to you, might lose the capacity to make decisions, another person is able to act for them.

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A lasting power of attorney is a legal document that lets you (the ‘donor’) chose trusted people (‘attorneys’) to make financial decisions or health and care decisions on your behalf. It is mainly used if you don’t have the mental capacity to understand and make decisions for yourself. You need to have mental capacity to make the LPA. Mental capacity is the ability to make a specific decision at the time that it needs to be made. A person with mental capacity has at least a general understanding of: the decision they need to make why they need to make it any information relevant to the decision what is likely to happen when they make it.

They should be able to communicate their decision through speech, signs, gestures or in other ways. People can sometimes make certain decisions but don’t have the mental capacity to make others.

You don’t need a lawyer to make an LPA, unless you have unusual or specific requirements.

There are two kinds of LPA, covering two kinds of decisions: money, finance and property health and care.

Each LPA has its own simple form. To choose both, you will need to fill in both forms. You can order the forms for free from

www.gov.uk/power-of-attorney. You will also receive a guide to everything you will need to do.

Things that you need to think about are who would you appoint as your attorneys, how many you chose, and who should be notified should the power of attorney be registered.

You can also make your LPA online, and can get help as you complete the process by phoning 0300 456 0300.

Attorneys can make some decisions on your behalf, but they can’t do as they please. They always have to act in your best interests. They can only make decisions that you’ve allowed them to make in your LPA. If you cancel your LPA, your attorneys can no longer act on your behalf.

A financial LPA can usually be used as soon as it’s registered.

If you have mental capacity, you can tell your attorneys to start using the LPA straight away. If you lose mental capacity, they can carry on using the LPA. Alternatively, you can chose that your financial LPA will take effect - and your attorneys will be able to act for you – only when you don’t have mental capacity.

Once you have completed your LPA, the people involved must sign it in the correct order. If they don’t, the Office of the Public Guardian won’t register it and your attorney will not be able to use it.

You must sign your LPA before anyone else does.

You need to find a ‘certificate provider’, who must sign after the donor but before the attorneys.

A certificate provider is an impartial person who confirms that you understand what you are doing and that nobody is forcing you to make an LPA. An LPA can’t be used until it is registered (there is a fee of £110 to do this) with the Office of the Public Guardian. Only the donor or one of the attorneys can apply to register it.

If there are no good reasons for objections and no problems with the LPA the Office of the Public Guardian will register it and post it back. The OPG stamps the original form to show it is valid and ready to use. This is the official LPA document. You will need to make a number of certified copies of this to give to third parties.

If you apply to register the LPA as soon as it is signed, the OPG can spot mistakes while they can still be changed.

Mistakes can only be corrected if the donor has mental capacity.

Tom Togher - Citizens Advice Salford.

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STUN GUN ATTACK IN IRLAM

City Airport Manchester at Barton are holding an Open Evening for local residents and the community and all are invited to their ‘Community Open Evening’ on Thursday 26th May.

Police are hunting a man who used a stun gun during an assault in Irlam. At 12.30am on Sunday 10 April 2016, the 22-year-old victim was on Liverpool Road, Irlam, at its junction with Roscoe Road.

They are inviting local residents and interested parties to visit them at City Airport. The managers will be available to discuss their Airport operations, current issues and discuss future development plans.

Short visits to the Control Tower will also be available, come on down on Thursday 26th May 2016, between 5pm-8pm.

All will be made most welcome and refreshments including Tea, Coffee and biscuits will be provided. Just call in to the Runway 26 Café and Bar at City Airport, Liverpool Road, Eccles. M30 7SA. Car parking available. www.cityairportandheliport.com

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A man approached the victim and pulled out a stun gun, which he shoved against the victim’s chest before activating it. The victim received a shock to the chest, which shook him up but fortunately did not cause him to suffer serious injuries.

The offender is described as white, between 6ft and 6ft 2in tall, average build, with dark hair and dark eyes. He was wearing a grey hooded top with the hood pulled tightly around his face.

Constable Darren White said, “The consequences of using a stun gun such as this against another person could have been incredibly serious.

On this occasion the victim fortunately did not suffer serious injuries, but a shock to the chest like that could easily have caused him to suffer a medical episode, or even have meant he hit his head on the pavement as he fell.

If anyone saw the offence take place, or believes they know who might have committed this assault, I would ask that they contact police to tell us what they know.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police on 101 quoting incident number 100416/0105 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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* 4 bed detached * Highly sought after cul de sac location * Upvc d/g * Gch * Ground floor cloaks * Lounge * Dining room * Fitted modern kitchen * Conservatory * Utility room * Ensuite to master bedroom * Family bathroom * Double driveway leading up to the integral garage * Open plan to the front of the property * Rear garden with decked area

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* 3 bed detached * Located in a highly sought after private location * Gch * Upvc d/g * Entrance hall * Lounge leading to the dining room with French doors to the rear * Fitted modern kitchen * 3 bedrooms to the first floor * Master bedroom having an ensuite * Further family shower room * Open plan to the front of the property * Rear lawned garden * Viewing is essential

* 3 bed semi detached * Situated on a large corner plot in a cul de sac location * Gch * Upvc d/g * Entrance hall, lounge, dining room * Fitted kitchen * Bathroom * Separate w.c * Driveway to the front of the property with a garden area * Gravelled area to the rear * Detached garage

* 3 bed mid double fronted terraced house * Spacious accommodation throughout * Upvc double glazing * Gas combi heating * Property comprises entrance hall, lounge with under stairs storage * Fitted kitchen * Conservatory * 3 bedrooms to the first floor * Wet room * Garden fronted with a paved driveway * Extensive well stocked outside rear garden with 2 stoned patio areas * Viewing essential

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* 3 bed semi * Situated on a large corner plot in a convenient location * Well presented throughout * Gch * Upvc d/g * Entrance hall, lounge dining room * Fitted modern kitchen * Ground floor w.c * Utility cupboard * Family bathroom * Garden fronted * Double paved driveway leading upto the large detached garage which has electric doors and loft space * Large rear Indian stone patio area

* Situated in a popular residential area in a cul de sac location is this 2 bed mid terrace * Immaculate throughout * Gch * Upvc d/g * Lounge, dining kitchen * Bathroom * Enclosed to the front of the property * Yard to the rear with separate small enclosed garden * Garage to the rear * Ideal first time buyer property

* 3 bedroomed semi detached * Fully refurbished to a very high standard * Excellent location overlooking farmland to front and nature reserve to the rear of the property * Upvc double glazed throughout * LPG gas * Layout comprised of entrance hall, ground floor cloaks, lounge, dining room * Extensive dining kitchen * 3 bedrooms to the first floor * Family bathroom * Ample off road parking * Extensive rear garden with gravelled patio area * Viewing highly recommended to appreciate

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s Afternoon Tea Succes adishead Tenants and Residents Association organised an Afternoon Tea event at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Penry Avenue, Cadishead between 12 noon and 2pm recently.

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There were hot drinks and sandwiches available as well as an assortment of fruit, cakes and scones with strawberries and cream available. It was a free event apart from the Easter raffle.

Chair Sheila Bannon told the Times, “It was a pilot social event to establish if this type of event could be beneficial to the elderly, isolated or lonely. One person stated that she ‘had not been out for six months due to a hip operation and it was lovely to be able to come to the event’. Another said ‘I’ve got no one to go with’ and another ‘Do you know of anyone who would like a lift and join me?’

We would like to thank Vera and Jon Chamberlain who helped in the kitchen. Reita Sheehy for the catering. Chris Morgan and Les Barrow for setting up the hall and Ashley Bannon for helping with the raffle. Thank you also to those who donated prizes for the raffle.”

The group are applying for funding and hope to host regular events like this one with successful funding.

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Charity Night Raises Over £3,000 wo worthwhile charities have benefitted from a fundraiser held at Irlam Steel Club recently each one receiving a cheque for £1,830 each, the proceeds from the evening.

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Our Times picture shows Val Coupes from the Childflight Charity and Tony Levene from the Duchenne Now Charity with their cheques.

They are pictured with organisers Derek Styles, Alice and Paul Kelly, Nicky Irlam and along with Graham Bell (not pictured) made sure the evening went fantastically well!

Childflight committee member and volunteer Val said, “It was a great night at Irlam Steel and raised a fantastic amount for our charity. We cannot thank enough all the organisers and those who attended the night to support two great charities, thank you all.”

CAN YOU HELP….

Deacon Alison McCauley from the Methodist Church has given me your contact details and said you may be able to help me. It's a rather sad story and I'm hoping so much that it will have a happy ending. After 10 years of desperately trying to find a very dear friend of mine on Facebook, I learnt earlier this week that he sadly passed away in 2004 at a very young age.

His name was Martin Bennett, son of William (Bill) and Barbara. The family were long term residents of Carr Road in Irlam, although Martin later left to join the RAF, but after Barbara passed away his father remained in Carr Road up until the time of his own death on 5th April 1998. His funeral was on the 16th April 1998 - I remember that because I was there with Martin.

I am trying to trace the family but don't have much to go on. I know Martin had a large extended family in the Irlam/Eccles/Warrington area and I'm writing to you in the hope that someone who reads the Times, might know the family and help me reconnect with them. I have many lovely photos of Martin which I'm sure they would love to see but they have no way of contacting me. It was before the time of Facebook and whilst they'd certainly recall my first name, I doubt they'd remember my surname.

The only information I have about Martin's family are his aunts' and some cousins' names - there was an Aunty Betty (her birthday is 8th April), a cousin Sarah who I believe was Betty's daughter and lived in Warrington, an Aunty Alice and husband Joe who I'm sure lived in Eccles, and a cousin Dawn. Also a cousin Angie who had a young daughter Morgan. We're going back to 1998/1999 so very possible some of these people have moved on or are no longer with us, but I'm praying that somebody in the community will know of them. I know these are random details but sometimes the smallest bit of information can jog a memory!

I have not been able to find any records of Martin's death in England or Wales which indicates that he possibly died overseas. The solicitors who dealt with his Estate, Bannister Preston in Sale, have not been able to give me any information.

Kind regards, Nicole Fuller.

Please send any details to Bill McLaughlin at the Irlam and Cadishead Times at billyscoopm@ntlworld.com and we will pass them on.

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A Rainbow Of Easter Bonnets esidents, friends and guests at The Meadows on New Moss Road, Cadishead enjoyed a fun filled evening of Easter Celebrations recently organised by the Dale House Social Committee.

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Treasurer Pat Johnson told the Times, “We had a wonderful evening, many of the residents made and wore colourful Easter Bonnets and took part in the quiz, bingo and play your cards right.”

The evening also featured a tasty buffet and quiz master Peter Johnson kept the fun questions and answers coming, including a picture round on television shows that had memories flooding back!

Pat added, “I would like to thank everyone who helped or supported the evening including the Hamilton Davies Trust for their support, thank you all.”

At St. Joseph the Worker RC Primary School in Irlam the school hall was awash with Easter colour as parents were invited in for the school Easter Bonnet Parade that featured a whole rainbow of colours and designs made by the children.

Home-made bonnets featured, Easter chicks, bunny rabbits, plenty of daffodils and even a humpty dumpty sat on his wall!

Head Dawn Ridyard said, “All the children had a wonderful day and some of their Easter bonnet designs were truly exceptional as they paraded around the packed school hall in front of fellow students, teachers and parents.”

Youngsters at Moss Farm Fisheries on Cutnook Lane, Irlam joined in the fun and gave customers a big smile as they wore their Easter bonnets in the Café at the popular venue.

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Local History – Steel Making In Irlam

ith steel manufacturing being headline news at the moment I thought it would be interesting to look at when the steel industry was a major employer in our district.

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Irlam has been connected to the steel industry since 1840 when the Dallam Forge Co. was founded. In 1874 the Dallam Forge Co’ merged with the Warrington Wire Company and Rylands Brothers to form the Partington Steel and Iron Company.

Full production started on the 109-acre site in 1913, by August 1914 the steel company went on to a war footing as demands for shell steel increased enormously. Due to the shortage of labour during world war one, 300 German Prisoners of war were employed at the Steel Works, they had an escort of about a dozen British Soldiers.

POLICE INCIDENTS

A ‘TICKING BOMB’ ON OUR STREETS

POLICE VEHICLE HIT WITH BRICK

Just as we are getting set for the Summer and more and more people are out walking, cycling or taking the kids to school on foot. The problems of dog fouling and indeed in some parts of the District rubbish dumping has reared its ugly head again!

Police officers have received around eight calls to incidents of criminal damage in the past few weeks.

One of the most serious of those was against a Police vehicle travelling along Liverpool road near to the disused railway bridge near to New Moss Road, Cadishead.

An unknown offender has thrown a brick at the Police Vehicle from the nearby disused Railway Embankment. The brick hit the vehicle on the front windscreen causing damage to vehicle windscreen.

The Police are investigating.

RESTAURANT BREAK-IN Raiders broke into the Raimondo’s Restaurant in Irlam after forcing a rear metal security shutter and then a wooden door with an unknown implement to gain access to the rear of the premises.

The offenders then searched a store room and took cash from two cash tins. They also opened fridges causing an amount of foodstuff to perish, before forcing open the till causing an amount of damage and stealing more cash.

The unknown offenders then disconnected the internal CCTV Camera and stole the hard drive recording unit and a new CCTV Camera that was to be installed at the premises before making good there escape the same way as they got in. The Police are investigating.

DOMESTIC BURGLARIES There have been four domestic burglaries reported to the Police recently.

Properties on Ferry Road, Springfield Lane, Fir Street and Turner Avenue have all been targeted.

A vehicle was taken from the address on Turner Avenue, Irlam which was located on Crossfield Road later that day by the owner.

The Police are investigating.

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By 1930 the Irlam works became part of the Lancashire Steel Corporation and by 1939 the works was largely re built so that productivity and efficiency could be increased. One of the major developments at this time was the building of the wharf this was built not very far from Irlam viaduct. Before this development the ore was loaded onto wagons at the canal company’s wharf at Eccles and then transported by railway to Irlam where it was unloaded partly by hand and partly by grab, onto the open ground where it remained until required.

Other developments included the erection of a new coke oven, the rebuilding of the steel ingot furnaces and replacement of a rod-rolling mill – the first four-strand continuous wire rod mill in Europe. The newly developed steel works was opened by Prince George the Duke of Kent in May 1932.

During World War II resources were concentrated on producing steel shells and bailey bridges, the steel for the bailey bridges was rolled into channels and angles and a special plant was erected for the production of shell casings.

A large number of female workers were engaged some as general labourers, crane drivers, checkers, office workers, and many other tasks. Quite a lot of the women worked on shifts on the newly erected Shell plant.

In 1967 nationalisation brought together the 14 major steel companies in the country under the British Steel Corporation.

Lancashire Steel Irlam was part of the Scottish and North West Division in which 50,000 people were employed.

On Wednesday April 21st 1971 the death knell sounded for the steel works when Lord Melchett, chairman of the British Steel Corporation, announced wholesale redundancies which meant the closure of the Irlam site with 4,353 people losing their jobs.

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Let’s be honest the majority of the problem is caused by irresponsible people who either do not ‘poop and scoop’ after taking their dog for a walk and others too lazy to use the bins provided at various locations, or to take their rubbish home with them. It is not as if we don’t have a selection of council bins to fill at home….

Dog Fouling appears to be on the rise around the Cutnook Lane and Moorfield Road area of Irlam and considering there are two primary schools in that area it could be a potential ‘ticking bomb’ with the problems of spreading disease. Although the majority of people living in our community are sensible and responsible dog owners, sadly there are a very small minority of adults who are not cleaning up after their dogs and who are putting other people’s health at risk. Dog mess can spread diseases including toxocariasis.

Despite the best efforts of volunteer litter and rubbish pickers around the district, certain areas are still awash with the problem. Maybe takeaway food outlets could ask their customers to use bins provided or actually get the authorities to implement the fines that are in place for littering.

What do you think? Is there a problem near you? What is the answer?

Email Bill at the Irlam and Cadishead Times with your views at billyscoopm@ntlworld.com Hamilton Davies Trust have organised a Litter Picking Event for Saturday 14th May 2016 between 10am and 12 noon at Cadishead Park off Liverpool Road, Cadishead.

Hi-vis vests, litter grabbers and gloves will be provided. For more information, please contact Tony Prescott at the Hamilton Davies Trust on 0161 222 4003 or email him at tony@hamiltondavies.org.uk Irlam & Cadishead Times - Issue #23 - May 2016

Celebrating The Queens Birthday

Busy Time At Chat Moss Project he Wildlife Trust’s Chat Moss Project wants to hear from you! They have spent the last couple of years out and about within our community promoting the amazing wild spaces on your doorstep.

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Lydia McCool Chat Moss Community Engagement Officer told the Times, “We are hoping to develop an exciting new project with local young people to kick start in 2017. There is plenty of evidence on how exploring wild spaces can physically and mentally benefit our kid’s development, so we want to make 2017 truly wild for your kids! Do you think your children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews would benefit from hands on outdoor activities? Do you value our wild family’s events and think they should continue? Or are your kids just obsessed with Bear Grylls and desperate to try out some of his tricks safely?

Get in touch with me, Lydia and let us know your opinion. lmccool@lancswt.org.uk OR call 01204 663 754.”

It’s been busy in their outdoor classroom this spring.

Thanks to Irlam Primary, St. Teresa’s and Cadishead Primary schools they have provided free outdoor education to over 400 local school children recently. Every class experienced a wild lesson, whether all bundled up on the nature reserve or out and about in their school grounds. The lessons ranged from learning about maps, to understanding food chains and habitats and recreating their own Bog Trotting story. If you’d like us to come into your school and take the curriculum outside please get in touch with Lydia, their education is free but only for a limited time! lmccool@lancswt.org.uk, 01204 663 754.

If you go down to Little Woolden Moss today you’re in for a big surprise! As the nights get warmer and thankfully the temperature increases, take a walk up to their nature reserve and see some of the amazing willow structures which have been made on their workshops. With thanks to funding from Transpennine Express they have provided four, free willow weaving workshops, where attendees have learned the basic skills needed to work with living willow. These structures will not only benefit little birds on site, by providing shelter opportunities from the active birds of prey, but they will carry on growing into fabulous structures for you to explore.

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The event was very well attended, with the room patriotically decorated and the prize for the best hat won by Janette Jones (pictured).

The money raised from the event will be donated to ‘Goal for the Gambia’, a Charity which supports education opportunities for young people in The Gambia, from Nursery to University.

Pat Heslop from the Club said, “Everybody thoroughly enjoyed this Royal Occasion, meeting friends old and new. Happy Birthday Queen Elizabeth.”

At Holly Court on Fiddlers Lane, Irlam residents and guests waved Union Jacks and put on party hats as they held a lovely afternoon party to celebrate the Queen’s 90th Birthday.

They enjoyed a scrumptious buffet, followed by entertainment from singer Annie Rox and a royal themed quiz. Location Manager Karon Crossley added, “We all had a great day and the residents had a fun time celebrating her Majesty’s 90th Birthday.”

Meanwhile the Rotaty Club of Irlam toasted her Majesty on the occasion of her 90th Birthday.

They said, “The Rotary Club of Irlam are delighted to celebrate our Queens 90th birthday. Pictured are the members of Irlam Rotary Club outside our new meeting place at Irlam Station.”

President Ken Mellor said he is pleased to be a member of a club that follows the protocol to toast the Queen at all our meetings he said, “Tonight we mark a truly historic moment where we can celebrate with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth on her 90th Birthday “the longest serving Monarch the world has known”. Congratulations Ma’am and we hope you may reign over us for many more years to come.”

WILLOW WORKSHOP Lady James’ Hall Gardening Group invite you to come and join in one of their new monthly activities held at the Hall in Princes Park off Liverpool Road near the outdoor gym.

On Sunday 8th May there will be a Willow Sculpting Workshop between 10am and 4pm. But places are strictly limited and must be booked in advance. Free tea and coffee and a snack will be available but Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Irlam & Cadishead Times - Issue #23 - May 2016

he first weekend in April saw the very successful launch of Weird Weekend North, a two-day event looking at the paranormal, cryptozoology and folklore. It wasn’t just local folk who flocked there, visitors came from all over the country.

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Computer AdviceDigital Wills n our regular monthly features in conjunction with WHICH Trusted Trader Nigel Perry from Cadishead Computers he looks at Digital Wills.

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Preparing your Digital Will It isn’t something that any of us want to talk about but your online legacy is something you should think about. Imagine the scenario where you meet with an unfortunate accident. Your family maybe grieving but on top of that they can’t access your computer because they don’t know the logon password. The £30 voucher in iTunes on the family iPad, the £150 sat in your PayPal account from selling junk on eBay is inaccessible. The online meter reading for the gas and electric is due and they don’t know the online password, or your email password to be able to change the account details. Worst of all, you are still a Facebook friend, beyond the grave!

Trying to close accounts on behalf of passed away loved ones can be an arduous task, copies of death certificates, proof of your identity, as well as knowing other memorable and personal information. A better solution could be to create a “digital will” alongside your normal will. In the USA people are being actively encouraged to bequeath their iTunes music and film libraries.

In the same way that you give family a spare set of house keys, they also need the passwords to your accounts and computers. Of course passwords change, so this list of passwords will constantly need to be updated.

There are a number of ways you can do this, from a good old fashioned paper list in an envelope labelled - ‘open this envelope in the event of my death’. Or, an encrypted online file, of which your executor knows the password.

I hasten to add I am not an expert in law, and in some situations you would be in breach of privacy laws if you access someone’s accounts. But in terms of practicalities it is worth putting a failsafe in place. If you do want advice or some assistance in getting your digital affairs in order then don’t hesitate to contact us.

Weird Weekend A Success

The opening talk on dragons explored the nature of historical sightings and then explained that today nearly every dragon seen in film is not a true dragon but a wyvern (it has to do with the legs).

Another talk suggested that there could be a link between ancient stone circles and encounters with hooded phantoms.

Perhaps one of the most surprising talks was regarding the recent increase in sightings of a UK Wildman, a mysterious bigfoot-like creature that is being reported more and more in our wooded areas. The witness accounts made interesting listening, especially as one well documented sight was less than 15 miles away.

When barrister Alan Murdie revealed in his talk that there is a stronger case in law for some poltergeist sighting than for some high profile criminal convictions it did make you think. One highlight of his talk was a letter he produced which was claimed to have been one of 5,000 written by a poltergeist.

When Andy Lloyd presented the evidence for the Planet X it was a surprise to many just how much evidence there is for a large planet to be lurking out in the depths of space; it might not just be another planet but a failed sun, a twin to our own.

Lee Walker had the audience captivated with his stories from the heart of Liverpool. The tale of how a dog in a pub would predict the death of the older patrons had some in the audience in tears.

Award winning cartoon artist Hunt Emerson (pictured) showed how closely linked his rise as a cartoonist was to that of the Fortean Times magazine. His work is collected worldwide and some people were lucky enough to get a very special caricature done by him.

Richard Freeman has recently come back from the forests of Tasmania where he was looking for traces of the Thylacine, the Tasmania wolf, an animal officially extinct since 1936.

The Warburton souling play is a mummers play whose origins are lost in the depths of time, but during Laurence Armstrong’s talk we learnt of a possible link to eastern European plays. The soul caking play is unique to Cheshire and we are lucky enough to be close to Warburton and therefore able to see this play in action in early November.

The whole weekend was a great success and Weird Weekend North will return in April 2017.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Sir, May I take this opportunity to thank all my family, friends, neighbours and former colleagues, for making my Surprise 80th Birthday party such a memorable occasion at Irlam Steel Club.

I would like to thank my sons and daughters for organising the party and for managing to keep it a secret! Thank you to all my family for attending, some having travelled from Scotland and Wales for the party. It was great to see my old friend and bestman with his family and to see former colleagues from the Fire Service some I had not seen for a long time.

Thanks also to the Piper, the band ‘Area D’ and Budgie for the entertainment and to all those who helped with the buffet and decorating the room. A memorable night that I will remember for many years to come. Cheers!

Bill McLaughlin (Bill Mac)

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LADIES SPORTS PULL-OUT SPECIAL

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GIRLS!!! is a big year for Sport both National and Internationally with the Olympic Games and European Football Championships on the way, not to mention the race for the Premiership Title. Last year England Ladies Football team reached the semi-finals of their own World Cup as girls and ladies sport has ‘taken off’ in a massive way.

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Following on from the ‘This Girl Can’ a national campaign developed by Sport England and a wide range of partnership organisations. It’s a celebration of active women up and down the country who are doing their thing no matter how well they do it, how they look or even how red their face gets.

We have decided to take a look at what is available for girls and ladies locally age from 5 to a 105, who want to compete in a range of competitive sports from synchronised swimming, to football, netball, gymnastics, bowls and even rugby. BRING ON THE GIRLS!!!

SPORTS FOR ALL AT OUR PRIMARY SCHOOLS nder the guidance of Irlam Endowed School Teacher Jude Scrutton our local schools cluster has a lot to offer girls wanting to take part in a variety of sports and activities. During School time and at after school clubs.

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Sports have included, swimming, water polo, tennis, table tennis, badminton, handball, dodgeball, hockey, lacrosse, try golf, indoor and outdoor athletics, netball, cricket, kwik cricket, gymnastics and cycling not forgetting football and rugby!

We are lucky that all our Primary Schools have dedicated sports fields and coupled with the facilities at Irlam Leisure Centre and the College we could not ask for more for our young children to participate in.

Jude Scrutton told the Times, “Girls sports are certainly thriving in our local schools but that can only continue with the sport of the Head Teachers, staff, parents and volunteers who help us give every child the opportunity to try out a range of different sports and activities and hopefully find something they like. Long may it continue.”

Pupils from our Primary Schools regularly take part in the Salford Sports Partnership Programme of sporting events held throughout the year. With our pupils often reaching the Salford Finals and competing against fellow pupils from across Salford and even the whole of Greater Manchester.

Dean Gilmore form the Salford Sports Partnership added, “Irlam and Cadishead students always compete well in our competitions and tournaments with many teams reaching the Salford Finals. Several of the schools in the District have attained a recognised award for excellence in what they do in Sport and Physical education for which they should be congratulated.”

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These hi energy dance sessions take place three times a week at the Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre and are hugely popular.

The sessions are described as a great workout, with those attending reporting that they burn more calories in these classes than any other. It’s described as a night out on the dancefloor... without the alcohol!

Lisa Benson the resident Clubbercise Instructor said, “The feedback is that the sessions are great exercise, but mostly great fun and the best bit is that it’s for all abilities, you just get your groove on at your own pace.”

Sessions are Wednesday mornings and Thursday and Friday evenings what are you waiting for??

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The Irlam Branch of the Salford Healthy Heart Club meet every Wednesday and Friday at Irlam Steel Club from 12 noon. They hold lots of activities and events including, chair exercise, days out and celebrations such as Easter and St. Georges Day. For more information, contact Serena Rice on 0161 707 7402.

HEALTH IMPROVEMENT TEAM The Irlam and Cadishead Health Improvement Team hold many activities throughout the year including keeping fit, quitting smoking and diabetes Health checks. For more information on what they can offer give them a ring on 0161 686 5237. Or find them on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/HealthImprovement.Service Times

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FAULKNER SISTERS ON TOP FORM AT RHINO’S f you thought the rough and tough sport of Rugby League was just for the boys – then think again!!

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Down at Cadishead Rhino’s ARLFC the Faulkner sisters have been putting in the tackles and making the hard yards as much as anyone in their Junior Rugby League sides.

Seven-year-old Emily Faulkner is currently the only girl playing for the under 8’s at Cadishead, whilst big sister Bethany is also the only girl playing for the under 10’s side, the sisters currently the only girls within the junior section teams at Rhino’s.

Both girls (pictured) are students at Irlam Primary School and would love to see some more female team mates pulling on the shirt, putting in the gum shield and getting stuck in to the tackling and passing on the pitch.

The sisters love sport but still have a ‘girlie’ side with Bethany a keen dancer and has recently embarked on a modelling career whilst younger sister Emily loves dancing, trampolining and gymnastics.

Their Dad, Lee Faulkner who plays for the Rhinos Open age side and is the coach of the under 8’s said, “It’s a great family club for all ages at Cadishead and we would encourage any girls up to age 11, who might like to give it a go to come and try it out.”

Bethany added, “I love playing rugby, we have loads of fun and often get very muddy!”

Girls can begin playing Rugby League in the cubs at age three and play in rugby league from age six (year 1) until they reach year 7 in school, so around 11-12 years. They wear gum shields and protective padding under their kit, Head gear is advised for all but not a rule.

LADIES LOOKING FOR NETBALL SPOTLIGHT ON FOOTBALL COACH - BECKY FOSTER have played football for as long as I can remember. Cadishead girls under 12’s being my first ever team I played for.

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I then went on to another local club and played for Altrincham girls until I was 16 years old. Playing at ‘grass roots’ level saw me win league player of the season for both clubs.

I then went to Salford Ladies at the age of 16 and played open age football.

My biggest club I have played for is Manchester City Ladies. I played for them for two seasons before I went to Preston North End, who compete in the Northern Women’s Premier League.

During the time I spent at this club we won the County Cup and the even more prestigious Women’s Premier League Cup. I now also referee the ‘beautiful’ game and I am a Level 7 referee. This season I have dedicated my time to refereeing with the hope of becoming level 6 after going up for promotion. I have been awarded referee of the season, for two seasons in the South Manchester Girls Football League. I am very proud to say I now coach as well as playing and refereeing. I coach for Cadishead girls under 12’s which is a newly formed team and is where it all began for me.

IRLAM LADIES BOWLING Irlam Ladies Bowling Team are part of the St. Johns Bowling Club and meet at Princes Park Bowling Green every Tuesday afternoon between 1.30pm and 3.30pm.

Secretary is Maureen Vause who can be contacted on 0161 775 6099 for more information. The St. John’s Bowling Club will be holding an Open Day at Princes Park on Saturday 14th May between 11am and 3pm. Anyone interested in playing bowls can come along and have a go.

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or those ladies wanting to have a go at Netball, perhaps after playing at school or wanting to try the sport for the first time, then look no further than Cadishead Rhinos Ladies Netball Team.

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The girls take part in regular, fun, friendly sessions under the guidance of their newly qualified Netball coach Sharon Kelly.

Sharon told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “Netball is a great way to exercise whilst having fun, the first session is free then it is just £3.50 a night after that.

We train on a Wednesday evening at Irlam and Cadishead College (ICC) in the Sports Hall between 7pm and 8pm. I would recommend anyone who thinks they may like it to pop down and look at what we do.”

The recently formed Club cater for all abilities and are looking at entering a team into a league for those that want to. Indeed they entered their first tournament last year and ended up winning the silver medal!

Sharon added, “Although the present sessions are for the over 16 only, we are hoping to start a junior section in September from school year 3 and above and are looking for sponsors for both these and the adult teams.”

For more information, or if you would like to have a go or would like to sponsor the ladies then contact Sharon Kelly on 07475 766 643. Or visit their facebook page - Cadishead rhinos ladies netball club.

IRLAM STEEL LADIES BOWLING Irlam Steel Ladies Bowling are a Social Bowling Group who meet up for a game of bowls and a bit of fun along the way.

They play at Irlam Steel Club Bowling Green from 6.30pm on Tuesday evenings. Why not pop along and give it a go!

CADISHEAD LADIES BOWLING Cadishead Ladies Bowling Club play their matches on the green at Cadishead Conservative Club. They meet and play every Thursday from 1pm. Captain Marie Burgess said, “We will always welcome new faces down to Cadishead to try out bowling.” You can contact Marie on 0161 775 5170.

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MEDAL SUCCESS FOR SYNCRO SWIMMERS eanwhile the Salford Synchronised Swimming Team with many local girls in their ranks who train at Irlam and Cadishead Pool have just come back from the English National Championships where they have brought home a bronze medal in the Free Team Final.

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Coach and local woman Jessica Fletcher said, “The championships were held at the new Harvey Hadden Sports centre in Nottingham and we took a squad of 14 girls all aged 14-18.

ANYONE FOR TENNIS? ixton Tennis Club dates back more than 90 years when it was started by a couple of members of the local Wesleyan Methodist Church in Chapel Lane, Rixton.

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Initially only members of the Methodist Church were allowed to play on the then grass court but as time went on locals within the surrounding community were allowed to play and hence the formation of the tennis club.

The Club based on Chapel Lane, initially had to join the Eccles and Salford League because Rixton was deemed to be too far away from other member clubs of the Warrington and District League as motor transport was not as available as it is today.

Today the Club has three shale tennis courts and a club house that was officially opened by Russell Watson. They are members of the Warrington and District Lawn Tennis Association.

Chairman Maggie Bradshaw told the Times, “Our season runs roughly from March to October so we are now busy getting the three courts ready for action.”

The club plays on red shale courts and has a courtside clubhouse built in 1993 for refreshments and changing room facilities, with their own off road parking.

Rixton Tennis Club have regular Sunday Socials from 2pm and have teams competing in the Warrington League, with a ladies team, 2 men’s teams and 2 mixed teams, with tennis played seven days a week during the season.

For more information call Maggie Bradshaw on 07815 484 863 for more details.

CADISHEAD TAI CHI John Chan is on hand every Monday between 1.30pm and 3.30pm at Hamilton Davies House (former George Pub) to guide you through the techniques of Tai Chi. At the Cadishead Over 50’s Tai Chi classes. For more information, contact Sheila Bannon on 07979 624 469.

KEEPING IN SHAPE For the more senior ladies of the District who want to keep active there are plenty of opportunities to try out anything from Tai Chi to bowling or just keeping in shape with some gentle exercise.

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On Day 1 of the championships the girls swam an energetic “Irish themed” routine to Sham Rock’s “Tell me Ma”. They finished 6th in this event moving up 2 rankings from last year in 2015 when we finished 8th. Day 2 we had some great successes from Greta Hampson and Jess Spencer who narrowly finished outside the medals.

In the final event of the Championships, our 8 strong team performed to Swan Lake, receiving 65.100 which is our highest score to date. After a powerful performance the girls brought home the bronze medal.”

Team member Olivia Scowcroft was also the recipient of the Gemma Yates Memorial Trophy for Endeavour, fantastic achievements by all the girls who took part.

The whole squad is now training for the North West Regional trials to gain a place on the Swim north west Elite and development squads.

The girls train at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre with the top squad training 11 hours per week on various dates.

Beginners are called “synchro mermaids” and they train 2:15pm - 3:30pm on a Saturday at Irlam. If anyone would like to join, please contact Jessica.fletcher@scll.co.uk to arrange a trial at a convenient time. They don’t have an age limit - just as long as the swimmer can do 100m confidently and are happy being underwater.

GYMNASTICS FOR ALL AT LEISURE CENTRE t is encouraging to see so many new activities for young children and adults set up at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre. Interest for sporting opportunities is on the increase.

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With school involvement of after-school activities, interest has increased and has a definite impact on parents wanting to find extra things for their children and themselves to participate in the evenings and at weekends.

The Gymnastics team has recently expanded their programme at the Centre to include a new preschool group at 3.15pm every Monday. This is for younger children and offers the opportunity for three plus to four year olds to learn about the sport. They are given the opportunity to have a try on the bars, beam and other gymnastics equipment-appropriately and safely set out for this specific age group. It is a fun session with colourful extra equipment and the use of music and hand apparatus to encourage movement and skills development.

The gymnasts that attend the recreational sessions on Mondays and Fridays are given the chance to take part in inter-centre competitions, holiday camps and displays. Although considered a Ladies Sport, boys are encouraged to participate too. They have over 50 girls attending regularly and any interested person needs to contact reception directly at the centre.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT LEISURE CENTRE The Dance Team have also expanded their programme at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre where various classes now run throughout the week for girls.

The centre has many activities for ladies running in the day and during the evenings.

They offer everything from the essentials of Aerobics, Spinning and Circuits to Pilates, Push and Lift or Zumba, they have classes designed for cardio workouts, strength and conditioning, flexibility, relaxation and posture; we know you’ll be able to find a class that suits your needs. Classes are the perfect place to enjoy the social side of working out. Bring along your friends or just give your self-confidence a boost. The expert team of instructors will keep you moving, stepping, dancing, lifting and laughing, making your workout fun and interesting; we know you will want to keep coming back for more!

To find out more you need to contact the centre directly on 0161 775 4134.

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LADIES CELEBRATE A GREAT FIRST SEASON adishead Rhinos Ladies Football Club (pictured) have a good first season playing in the second division of the Greater Manchester women’s football league for the 2016 season.

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The Ladies have had a fantastic season this year since the creation of the Club under the Rhinos banner.

They would like to thank Paul Elliott from Cadishead Rhinos Rugby Club for giving them the the opportunity to affiliate with the rugby club. The ladies are looking forward to a great pre-season and summer league tournament this year and are always looking for new players aged 16+ to add to an already talented squad.

The team only lost two games all season in the league, finishing a fantastic 4th position. Manager Matt Bennett would also like to say a special thanks to all the girls for their unbelievable commitment through the season and long may it continue.

The team held their first ever presentation evening at Cadishead Conservative Club on 29th April and the Club can’t wait for the start of the new season. For details on the Ladies team visit the Cadishead Rhinos Club website for more information.

CUP FINAL FOR ICC GIRLS irls football has really ‘kicked on’ this year at Irlam and Cadishead College (ICC). They have representation at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The Junior girls (KS3) finished as runners up in their league competition and the KS4 girls finished 5th.

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Gary Prescott told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “We have also introduced futsal this year and the KS3 team have made it through to the North West finals which are to be held at the Power League, Trafford on Tuesday 3rd May 2016.”

A number of the girls have now gone on to join Cadishead Sports JFC which has been great to see as it ensures that they have access to sport outside of school which is important.

Gary added, “I hope that girls football continues to grow, both at ICC and within the local community. Our current cohort of football players are certainly doing a great job!”

CADISHEAD GIRLS GET READY FOR NEW SEASON SOPHIE ‘UNITED’ IN LOVE FOR FOOTBALL leven-year-old Irlam Community College (ICC) Student Sophie Lister is coming to the end of her four year contracted Season with premier League ‘Giants’, Manchester United Football Club.

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Irlam girl and football hotshot Sophie has averaged around 40 goals a season and she is hoping to get another contract with the Reds for the forthcoming Season to continue ‘living the dream’ and playing the game she loves for Manchester United.

Sophie has also been representing her High School team at ICC finding the back of the net on a regular basis to help the team on their way to winning two tournaments.

Proud Dad Garry Lister said, “It’s not been easy for Sophie, she has the talent and has scored hundreds of goals, but the commitment of training three times a week at a young age and then playing matches to fulfil her dream of playing for the team she loves does not come easy.”

Well done Sophie and keep on finding the back of the net.

GIRLS FOOTBALL ACADEMY AT CADISHEAD SPORTS JFC PSCL ran a girl’s only session over the Easter holidays at Cadishead Sports JFC. The sessions were a great success and were really well attended by girls aged 6 - 12.

Coaches Matt Chilton and Mike Bowler led the girls throughout the week developing their individual skill and technique. They will be running the course again during the Whit holidays (Tuesday 31st May - Friday 3rd June).

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adishead Girls Junior Football Club (JFC) under 12’s is a newly formed team coached by Rebecca Foster and Lee Hilton.

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This team (pictured) has a mixture of girls who have played for teams before but also girls who have never played football before and wanted to give it a try.

The team have been playing friendlies, winning their first two convincingly and will compete in the South Manchester Girls League next season. This summer during the pre-season, Cadishead girls will enter numerous tournaments to give the girls experience in playing games.

Cadishead girls went into only their 3rd game with 2 wins out of 2 under their belt. This game saw them play a tough opposition in Salford United under 12’s a team who have been together for a while and compete in the top division.

The girls battled well, with great team spirit and determination throughout. This time Salford United were just too good for our newly formed team but massive positives to be took from the game. The girls scored 3 goals and played some good football, most importantly they still had fun! All girls played really well but a special mention to the players of the match Teja and Poppie.

All girls in school year 4-9 are welcome to come and train and get involved in the new exciting team. For any information, please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca on 07463 747 404 or Lee on 07982 239 607.

Here are the thoughts of one of the girls who attended all week and even stayed on to train with the boys in the afternoon, “Hi, my name is Summer, I enjoy playing football. I play in the junior football team for Cadishead Sports Under 12s and I’m the captain. This is where I heard about the football course. My favourite coach is Chilly because he has taught me different skills and helps me improve on my skills, he also makes me laugh a lot. Thanks to all the coaches for a fantastic week. I can’t wait for the next course in May,” If you would like to book a place, please contact Stuart on 07888 693 240 or contact via info@primaryscl.co.uk Irlam & Cadishead Times - Issue #23 - May 2016

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Cadishead Band te Hitting The Right No adishead Public Band’s latest concert at The Catholic Club was definitely one of the best to date. A Standing Ovation no less!

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The success of the evening however was not just down to the performance of the members of the main band it has to be said that without a doubt, one of the highlights was the interval performance by Cadishead ‘B’ Band (The junior training band), led by Maestro John Blay.

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BATTLE OF THE SOMME ANNIVERSARY 2016 marks a momentous event in our history. 100 years ago, on 1st July 1916 the Battle of the Somme began.

It is still regarded as the single worst day for casualties the British Army has ever experienced.

To mark this event Keith Thompson is returning to Hamilton Davies House on Liverpool Road in Cadishead, to deliver his latest presentation “The Pals Battalions and The Somme Offensive”.

This will take place on the eve of the anniversary of the battle, Thursday, 30th June 2016 at 7.30pm and all are welcome to attend.

This talk looks at the recruitment of “The Pals” regiments who fought and died in the service of our nation and also the first day of the battle and includes many remarkable photographs.

Tickets are just £3, for more information or to purchase tickets contact Sharon at the Hamilton Davies Trust on 0161 222 4003. All proceeds are in aid of ‘Shine the Light’ a project to gently up-light the Hollinsfare war memorial in Hollins Green.

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band, players as young as 4 years old play enthusiastically alongside some members well into their 70’s!

Musical Director, John Blay said, it was one of his proudest moments to see so many younger players playing so well.

The ‘B’ band is available to everyone in the area to come and join in, and newcomers are always made very welcome.

Lessons on all brass instruments and percussion can be arranged by the band, and there are instruments available to loan. Rehearsals are a lot of fun and take place on Monday evenings at 6.45pm, in the Bandroom at the former Community Centre on the corner of Ferryhill Road and Liverpool Road in Irlam. Why not come along and see for yourself?

Cadishead Band have a very busy performance schedule over the Spring and Summer months that sees them performing all over the North West. The next big local concert at The Catholic Club will be on 24th September, and the band will also be featuring again at the very popular Steelfest event on Sunday 29th May.

PARKIN Why not try something different this spring with a tasty recipe from the team at Food 4 Thought at Boundary Road Methodist Church, for Parkin, enjoy!

Ingredients 225g (8oz) flour 1 teaspoon each of mixed spice Ground cinnamon and ground ginder Bicarbonate of soda ½ teaspoon salt 225g (8oz) oatmeal 150ml (1/4 pint of milk) 175g (6oz) black treacle 100g (4oz) brown sugar 150g (5oz) butter or margarine 1 egg beaten Method Preheat oven to 180*C/160*C fan oven gas mark 4.

Sift flour, spices, salt and soda into a bowl. Add the oatmeal and then make a well in the middle. Put butter, sugar, milk and treacle into a pan and heat gently, stir until all the butter has melted pour into the well and add the egg, do not beat but stir until mixture is smooth and creamy.

Pour into a greased and lined square cake tin, cook for 1 hour or until a wooden cocktail stick inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Allow to cool and store in an air tight tin for a few days before cutting.

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It’s a Family Affair trial. I’m still here 18 years later!

“Like most people, I have concerns about the environment and working at Lanstar gives me an opportunity to help in a small way.

CSG Lanstar is part of a long-established independent family-owned waste management company – but there’s another family playing a big part in the organisation’s operations.

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“It’s challenging and interesting work and the company has a flexible hours scheme which means I can help look after my grandchildren!”

Among the staff working at Lanstar’s Liverpool Road headquarters are three members from one local family – Howard Lawson, his son Dave and daughter Debra – who all perform key roles at the site.

Forty-year-old David, plant manager at the site and a Cadishead resident, has been with Lanstar for the past six years and has the vital role of overseeing the running of all plant on the site so that waste is processed safely and efficiently to the company’s high standards.

Father Howard, aged 64, and born and bred in Cadishead, works as a chemical plant operator and has been with Lanstar for 18 years. His job is to treat and recycle liquid wastes.

“I enjoy my work at Lanstar. Each day has new challenges to overcome and I find the correct processing of waste, which benefits the impact on our environment, is very rewarding.

“I had a number of friends who worked as plant operators on the site, and my daughter was working in the lab there, so when I decided on a career change in 1998 I joined the company for a three months

“My dad recommended me to work in the industry. I’ve worked alongside him for six years and he has passed all his knowledge on to me. With staff training, this has helped me to progress successfully within Lanstar.”

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Dave’s younger sister Debra, aged 38 and now Debra Macdonald, works as a reception chemist at the site’s laboratory which means she is responsible for sampling and analysing all the incoming and outgoing bulk waste streams handled there.

She’s only been with Lanstar for six months, but it’s her second term with the company having previously worked at the site from 1994 to 2001.

“The lab is a busy environment where samples from a wide range of industrial processes are analysed which keeps the job interesting and varied,” says Debra.

“The environment and its conservation is an important issue and industry is constantly having to look at new ways to reduce and recycle waste to minimise pollution and environmental impact.

Working in the waste industry at Lanstar gives me real job satisfaction because I know the work I do is contributing positively to sustainable and ethical waste management.”

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Coffee Shop At Your Leisure! rlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre opened their latest development during the Easter Holidays a coffee shop (pictured).

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espite rumours that Royal Mail had back tracked on proposals to close the sorting office at the rear of Irlam main Post office and move the work to Urmston sorting office. It appears that the plans are still up for discussion.

This new addition is complimented by a newly designed seating area (pictured) for all customers. The coffee shop is open and available to all customers when the facility is open, which means light refreshments are available all day.

Natalie Wareham, Duty Manager, told the Times, “The coffee shop has been a huge success already, the school holidays were a perfect time to open for the first time as the facility was full of children and parents, with most children staying all day, which meant they were able to get soup, sandwiches or a panini for lunch instead of a chocolate bar or a packet of crisps. The feedback from customers has been fantastic, they’ve commented on how the building is more ‘alive’, and how it really opens up the site.”

Another benefit of the coffee shop is that it will cater for previous non users of the facility, individuals and families using the park now have a place to grab a takeaway coffee, slush, ice cream or sandwich. The leisure centre is more than a facility to take part in sports, it’s a community building that should reflect community needs and wants. This latest development not only enhances the site for existing customers, it’s hoped that it will attract a whole new audience - providing a new service to new customers.

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We contacted the Royal Mail Press office and a spokesman said, “Royal Mail is continuing to discuss the proposal to relocate Irlam delivery office to Urmston delivery office with our people and our unions. No final decision has been made in relation to the proposal.”

Local resident Irene Hamilton told the Times, “In response to your article in the Times, I am rather concerned about the closure of Irlam Post Office sorting office. To have to travel on two buses and the time that would take is not realistic at all. Even travelling from Irlam train station you would still need a bus to get to the station. How can the Royal Mail claim this suggestion as to providing a better service for its customers.

I have on numerous occasions collected parcels from Irlam sorting office, but if I had to travel to Urmston I would discontinue ordering items by post. The end result being that the Royal Mail would lose my custom.”

Caption Competition Winner ell we asked you for your caption suggestions after local ‘postie’ Wayne ‘Cheadle’ Hulme spotted these two lampposts in Irlam.

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We had a number of suggestion and a couple that could not be printed but the ones we liked were ‘So what Chelsea, we can afford one light per household!’ Sent in by Josephine. But we choose the winner which was sent in by Kay Earith from Moorfield Road, ‘I like that one…and I like that one!!’

Thanks for all those who took part.

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he Probus Club of Irlam celebrated their 46th Charter and their Presidents Night (pictured) on Wednesday April 6th at The Black Swan in Hollins Green.

Guest of honour was the City Mayor, Ian Stewart. Ian has been a long-time supporter of the Club. After a sumptuous meal entertainment and dancing was provided by singer Helen Rae. Comedian and Impressionist, Mike Maguire further entertained with his wit.

President Vic P. Palmer said, “Probus Club is a group of retired gentlemen who meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at Lady James Hall from 10am. There are speakers who talk on varied subjects. The Club is also involved with fund raising events and days out to locations around the area. The club assists Rotary with the Poppy Appeal and the Father Christmas collections.”

For more information on Probus or if you would like to join, visit their website, twitter or face book page.

Their Publicity and Communication Officer is Allan Whitfield, telephone 0161 775 5257 or 07860 647437.

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hen the Irlam and Cadishead Times went with Howdens to the Gingerbread House on Silver Street, Irlam to give them a cheque from Howdens, we saw the empty unloved field at the back of the school, it was only a thought can we do anything to develop the site for the young children that go to school there?

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Now if you look at the companies we have on board with us for our version of A DIY SOS Project we feel ever so humble, but we knew that the guys and girls in Irlam and Cadishead are simply the best.

We had our first meeting recently to discuss the project GINGERBREAD HOUSE, which went very well. The lead will be taken by AMC Landscapes, who suggested we do the project in phases.

PHASE 1. Will be to remove all the bushes, rubbish and unused hazardous decking area and fit new fencing all round to provide a secure surrounding to the play area site.

We will be calling a second meeting that will be on the Gingerbread House site soon, to discuss the further phases and developments we have made and will send out emails and feature it in the Times.

In the mean-time any help you can offer please contact Bill or Geoff at the Irlam and Cadishead Times. Here is a list of all the companies currently on board at this time: AMC LANDSCAPES, T.S.B. BANK, BENCHMARK, IRLAM ESTATES, MANCHESTER SKIPS, G.U.N., THE LANDSCAPE CENTRE, MOSSFARM FISHERIES, NEIL HUGHES CAR AND COMMERCIAL PAINTER, HOWDENS, GRONO LAWNS and the BLACK SWAN.

nformation technology (I.T.) is an ever changing game, what with Facebook, Twitter and all the other social media outlets you really do need to keep your finger on the pulse of modern technology.

With that in mind Irlam Estate Agents have taken on board their latest recruit to their ever growing team, 26-year old sales negotiator and I.T. specialist Allan Finch.

Allan a former Irlam Primary and Irlam High School student was working as a ‘tech’ advisor with Tesco, he is now involved with promoting the Agency, bringing it ‘bang’ up to date with a revamped online and social media presence, that is fitting of one of the Districts most established businesses.

He said, “I have come on-board with a view to increasing the profile of Irlam Estate Agents. It is always a challenge to implement changes and promote the latest I.T. technology, including 3D Floor Plans, changing the software we use and revamping the website to a more user friendly format. But I am loving the challenge!”

Allan is also on hand to support Steve Jones and take some of the strain on the Estate Agency side of the business. To further promote Irlam Estate Agents out on the street they have recently invested in a Renault Clio car, fully wrapped in the company logos and contact information.

Simon Jones said, “The new car is a great and visible way to promote Irlam Estates out ‘on the road’ around the District. It’s a five door car and fully insured so we can use it to transport clients to view properties where needed. The appointment of Allan is our continued commitment to make sure young and up and coming individuals get the chance to show their skills locally.”

MOSS COMMUNITY ENERGY SHARE ISSUE LAUNCH Moss Community Energy have announced a plan for joint working with Greater Manchester Community Renewables (GMCR), another Community Energy Coop working in the Irlam and Cadishead area. Moss Community Energy were formed in late 2014 with the aim of putting community owned solar panels on buildings. The panels will be funded through a community share issue, with profits being spent for the benefit of the community.

Moss Community Energy signed a cooperation agreement with Salford Council last autumn, and are planning to install their first panels on Fiddlers Lane Primary School this summer. Knowing that GMCR had similar aims and were planning to install panels on Irlam Primary, the suggestion was made that both groups should work together. A share offer for the joint project will be launched in early May, and Moss Community Energy are Irlam & Cadishead Times - Issue #23 - May 2016

holding a public meeting on the 10th May where people can learn more about the project.

“As soon as we started talking to GMCR, we realised that it made a lot of sense for us to work together.” said Sandra Dutson, a founding member of Moss Community Energy. “Having a bigger share issue for more sites will give more security for our members, and it allows us to give a better deal to the schools as well.”

As well as the two schools in Irlam, the share offer will also cover installations at Primrose Hill primary in Ordsall and The Fuse, a community building in Partington. People who invest in the share issue will become members of GMCR by buying shares, and all members will have an equal say in how the coop is run.

The public meeting on the 10th May will be held in Hamilton Davies House in Cadishead at 6.30pm. Everyone is welcome, whether they are considering participating in the share issue or not. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information contact hello@mosscommunityenergy.org.uk or visit www.mosscommunityenergy.org.uk

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ontinuing his links with local schools and the Community, Gareth Doe, vice chairman at Irlam Vale FC has been working tirelessly over the last year raising funds to purchase potentially lifesaving defibrillators.

first met Boge in May 1999 in Kilkenny’s Bar, Earlestown. I would have been 21 years old at the time, the drummer of our unformed blues/soul/ punk band, Ray introduced me, “What does he play?” I asked “GOB IRON!” he replied.

Two of the defibrillators have now been located at local schools one at Irlam Primary School on Liverpool Road and the other at St Joseph the Worker RC Primary School on Cutnook Lane, Irlam.

Both schools will locate the defibrillator in a position for easy access when outside activities are taking place, the third will be located at Cadishead Community Hall in Cadishead Park.

Gareth has helped to raise the funds by organizing charity football matches and competing in his favourite challenge the ‘Tough Mudder’. He has also had a lot of support through local business and local people who he would like to thank for their kind support.

Gareth is pictured presenting Dawn Ridyard, Head teacher at St Joseph’s with one of the defibrillator’s. He is already planning his next ‘Tough Mudder’ to raise yet more funds. If you are interested in doing a Tough Mudder, or being part of his next team, then please contact Gareth. Details are on Facebook.

There he was a staunch curly haired long bearded ‘mountain of a man’ with a wicked gleam in his eye (ding!) Turns out Boge could play the mouth organ like a golden god of rock! he played lead like an animal and also blew chords to fill the gaps in the rhythm section.

From a personal point of view Boge is a really ambiguous guy, he doesn’t reveal his secrets easily and he won’t suffer fools gladly. We set up our band together “Charlie don’t surf” (otherwise known as ‘Boges band!’) and we rocked the hell out of every gaff we entered! (in our eyes anyway.)

No matter where we went (and we went to some mad places!)

I guarantee that someone knew Boge it was like he is a sort of universal constant! When Boge entered a venue his presence was extremely noticeable. Boge and I were inseparable for over a decade we eat, drank and crashed together for pure time. Boge was also the manager of CDS he kept us fed with gigs.

Most of the time we were an audible mess, but we had this uncanny power to motivate people, we were ‘have a go’ heroes.

I would like to think that people respected the fact that we with limited musical knowledge could command a room with just enough education to perform.

Boge loves his children especially the girls who he absolutely dotes on, they all like Boge have really strong personalities and thanks to their mother are blessed with incredible beauty Nicole, Harmony and Melody to name a few. I don’t want to reveal all of Boges personal life because it would spoil the mystery that surrounds him and took a long time to create!

This is how legends are formed, there is one small scrap of truth that gets exaggerated and reformed until it manifests into what Boge represents. A huge lion heart of a man with incredible powers to inject musical joy straight into the hearts of mere mortals, to command a room simply by walking into it and to be a phenomenal father to his children.

I refuse to believe that he has gone anywhere other than merely out of sight. I love you my brother and I know your still here right by our side.” x

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TAKE FIVE With the tempo of pension reform likely to increase, there will be new traps to avoid, but five retirement planning fundamentals remain.

It’s almost a year since the biggest shake-up in UK pensions in a generation greatly increased flexibility over when – and how – benefits can be taken. Yet at a time when the new freedoms are still bedding in, further radical change could be just around the corner.

Reforms to pension tax relief could be enacted as soon as March, and the new tax year will see increased restrictions on wealthier investors wanting to save into a pension.

Against this constantly shifting backdrop, financial advice will be the key to making informed choices. The following five ideas could be a good place to start for those who want to better understand the opportunities and traps in 2016.

1. Take advantage of tax relief whilst doubt remains over its future 2. Use your available ‘annual allowance’ if you can 3. Be mindful of the ‘lifetime allowance’, even if you’re a younger saver 4. Be smart when taking income 5. Stay on track for the retirement you want For further information or advice on any of the above, please contact Steven Payne at Chris Wilkinson Estates on 0161 777 9988 or email info@chris-wilkinson.co.uk Irlam & Cadishead Times - Issue #23 - May 2016

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NEW TECH FOR OFFICERS All of the Police Community Support Officers in Irlam and Cadishead have now been issued with Blackberries for work purpose.

The new kit will include police systems, enabling officers to spend more time on the beat and make taking crimes reports and statements and stop searches a lot easier and quicker.

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VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT AT IRLAM LEISURE CENTRE Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre on Liverpool Road, Irlam, will be hosting The 7th Annual City of Salford Volleyball Tournament for the first time, kicking off another great summer volleyball season in the North West.

Rain or shine the competition hosted by the City of Salford Volleyball Club will go ahead with matches for Women, Men and mixed teams of men and women.

All matches start at 10am so please arrive no later than 9am for registration.

Tournament entry fee must be paid before the registration deadline of Friday 6th May. The City of Salford Volleyball Club Ladies first team competes in the National Volleyball League (NVL) Super 8 and trains every Thursday between 8pm and 10pm at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre. The team has already started its current season but if you think you have what it takes to join one of the top 3 teams in the country then get in touch.

Please note, training sessions are invite only.

Salford Ladies second team competes in NVL Division 3. This team would be great for any volleyball enthusiast who would like to get back into volleyball. The team trains every Tuesday between 8pm and 10pm also at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre.

If you are between 12 - 15, complete beginner or intermediate and interested in playing volleyball come and see us! The junior’s team trains every Thursday evening from 6pm to 8pm at Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre. They don’t do beginners’ session at the moment and there are no plans to do so in the near future. They might revisit the idea next year so please do get in touch and let them know that you are interested.

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Power Station Complaints statement has been issued on behalf of the new Carrington Power Station across the Manchester Ship Canal, following a number of complaints from local residents in Irlam, Cadishead and Flixton that complained about the noise and steam from Carrington Power Station over a recent weekend.

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Carole Riley said, “First of all, we would like to apologise for the disturbance caused over the weekend. We are currently in the middle of the commissioning phase of the power station and it was necessary to run the plant over a number of continuous hours as part of this process. This is the final phase of the construction of the power station and in no way reflects how the plant will operate in the future. When commissioned the plant must adhere to strict operational limits set out in the licence agreements form the relevant authorities, including noise.

As communicated and discussed with local councils, authorities and resident’s liaison group, we have taken every measure to reduce the disturbances to our neighbours and community during this temporary commissioning period including: • Plant silencers to reduce noise levels on temporary steam emissions.

• Minimise out of hours commissioning (we did not run work over the bank holiday weekend to avoid disturbance to local residents) • Where possible minimise Saturday commissioning times.

Moving forward, we are aware that there may be occasions when steam from the plant will have a visual impact on the local vicinity. Please be assured that it is only steam (water vapour) that is being emitted and although visible, it is not harmful to the atmosphere. With regard to noise, we are monitoring the noise levels during the commissioning phase and will try to mitigate any further disturbance, particularly during the evening.

The commissioning process of Unit 1 will be completed within this week and the same commissioning sequence for Unit 2 is planned to start WK15/16 (approximately in the middle of April).

It should have approximately the same duration as for Unit 1 of approximately 8 -11 days with varying levels of possible noise and steam similar to Unit 1.

Once again we would like to stress that this is a temporary activity and we are endeavouring to have it completed as carefully as possible with the smallest impact on our neighbours.”

GET READY FOR WALKING! Get on your walking boots and shoes and put your best foot forward to take part in a walking festival that is being organised to take place in August 2016 in Irlam and Cadishead.

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SteelFest Wristbands Now On Sale ust over three weeks to go until the Steelfest 2016 Annual Fundraising Concert rocks the District. Wrist bands can now be purchased from the Steelworks Club or contact the committee via facebook or twitter or purchase on the day.

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They are looking forward to working with Trinty College, Salford, and the five bands who have asked to play at the Steelfest.

The line-up for the day has been confirmed as follows:

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Cadishead Band A Flat Minor Skye ladder Reminiscence The Calamities Lucas Kane Kitty Davies Jess Kemp Free The Peas Larcon Howard Dave Gorman The Lost Lines

All the fun will continue in the Steeworks Function room in the evening with the ‘Vacancy Project’ taking to the stage with Paul Kelly hosting the night once again.

The Steelfest committee would like to take this opportunity to ask the people of Irlam and Cadishead to keep supporting the Steelfest, Nialfest and Boatfest, as all these events are held to promote local bands, upcoming musicians and most of all local charities. All monies are put back to the community or to Salford music students. These events are all run by local people for local people who work hard to organise these events.

The steelfest committee would like to thank Irlam Steelworks for supporting the event yet again and also Dave Dee and Jonny Baxter from Cadishead Band who work tirelessly on the day They look forward to seeing lots of you there again this year.

local Health Improvement and members of Irlam, Cadishead and District Local History Society.

They are looking for other partners who would like to contribute and people who would like to lead walks or add ideas. If anyone is interested can they please email / phone either Jo Rutter at Health Improvement team Josephine.rutter@salford.gov.uk or call her on 0161 778 0315 or Lydia McCool at Lancashire wildlife Trust at lmccool@lancswt.org.uk

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Cadishead Lion Closure umours are flying around the District that the Cadishead Lion Pub on Liverpool Road, Cadishead and the adjacent former Dawson’s site and yard could be knocked down to make way for a new development with rumours hinting at a supermarket chain.

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The Lion has been closed for a few weeks and appears to be the latest pub in the District to go the way of the White Lion, George, Red Rose, Eagle and Child, Irlam Conservative Club and others to close and never serve a pint again.

Chris Chisnall from North Cheshire Developments told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “We do own the Lion at Cadishead, that has been handed back from the tenant.

There are general plans to develop in the future possibly a mixed use site but we have no firm agreements with anyone yet and no contact with Morrisons.

Regarding the Nags Head in Irlam, the building is still available, we have had a little interest but nothing firm yet.”

rate Dance Away To Celeb Queen’s Birthday o celebrate the Queens 90th Birthday members of the Hollins Green Dance classes had a lovely get together to mark her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Birthday in style.

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Doreen and Cliff Herridge have been running dance classes at Hollins Green Community Centre for the past 43 years and what better to celebrate the Queens 90th then with an evening of sequence dancing including, quicksteps, waltz’s, tango’s and rumba’s.

Doreen told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “The hall was decked out in Union Jacks, bunting and pictures of the Queen for the evening. We had a lovely buffet and refreshments and everyone joined in the different dances throughout the night and a good time was had by all.”

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Sport Relief r Fo d se ai R n io ill M 5 £5 g in ak Record Bre ore than 120 junior cyclists and staff from Irlam Endowed Primary School took part in a cycle ride around the Moss in Irlam to support the recent Sport Relief fundraising weekend.

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The junior cyclists each wearing a safety helmet, under the guidance of teacher Jude Scrutton and other members of staff from Irlam Endowed, made use of the bicycles belonging to the Schools Cycling Programme Initiative and set off along Astley Road to cycle around three miles of the Moss in several different waves to raise cash for the appeal.

Mr Scrutton said, “Irlam Endowed were following in the footsteps of our successful GB cyclists this year for sports relief.

All the children in KS2 (Year3 – Year 6) rode a mile or more for sports relief on Irlam Moss. All the children paid a pound or more to wear sports clothes and join in with the activities and those that took part also received this year’s sports relief band.

Children in EYFS and KS1 didn’t miss out as they scooted a mile on our playground. They also paid £1 to wear sports relief

Healthy Staff At Kingsland ingsland Drinks Ltd on Fairhills Road, Irlam really do know how to look after their staff. In March, over a two- day period, the company invited the Health Improvement Service and their Health Bus along to offer Diabetes Assessments for members of staff.

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clothes and received the official sports relief wristband.

The day was a great success with everyone enjoying an active day of sports. Many of Irlam Endowed’s staff joined in with the activity as well.”

Mr Scrutton would like to thank all the staff, children and parents for their kind donations to the Sports Relief Charity.

Nationally the BBC Sport Relief Show, which broadcast live from the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park announced that a total of £55,444,906 had been raised by the time it went off air. That smashes the previous record set in 2014, when the on-the-night total was £51m.

Friday night’s show saw a whole host of stars from the worlds of sport and entertainment doing their bit for charity, with highlights including the return of sitcom legend Frank Spencer as well as James Corden reviving Gavin and Stacey character Smithy.

The assessment is a simple finger prick blood test which then looks at a person’s blood sugar levels over the previous threemonth history. As well as the blood test the Health Improvement Service offer blood pressure testing, height and weight measures and BMI (body mass index). The assessment is so quick to do it only takes 20 minutes.

The assessments are part of the national project called the Diabetes Prevention Campaign in partnership with Diabetes UK. Andy Sagar, Managing Director of Kingsland said, “The good health of our staff at Kingsland is extremely important, and the service offered by the Health Improvement Team is an excellent example of how we can assist in looking after their wellbeing” Debbie Kemp, Health Improvement Service added, “The assessment is a good indication of whether a person can perhaps be at a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in later life, through the levels of blood glucose, together with the added value of being able to encourage people to continue with their healthy lifestyle or make healthier choices in the future. Prevention and early action is very effective in significantly lowering the risk of developing diabetes.”

LETTER TO THE EDITOR POST OFFICE PARKING I write concerning your article about the parking problem at Irlam main Post Office on Liverpool Road, Irlam.

On a number of occasions recently I have been to the post office with parcels for posting and returned back home with them due to the lack of available parking spaces.

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I have been in again today and had to park near The Ship only to find when I went in, one other customer at the counter, who incidentally was on foot.

I asked a staff member who all the cars belonged to and was told they belong to the builders across the road.

Although I am able to walk quite easily others are not and something needs to be done.

Pat.

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Established in November 2006, they have delivered a number of successful projects to wide range of groups in the community, age ranging from 5-95 years. They are in their tenth year and are looking to celebrate this decade with a number of community events and to secure a One Place, One Centre to run services and activities from.

Sylvia McDowell said, “We are in the process of completing several large funding applications that will see us deliver a variety of services and activities across Irlam and Cadishead and are looking for people to join our Board. We are looking for people with skills and experience that can help us develop Positive Moves CIC even further.

We could particularly benefit from people who have experience and skills that include but are not limited to Marketing, Human Resources training and development, Finance/accounts/ social auditing/ financial modelling, Fundraising, Legal issues, Business development, Health and Social Care, Education/youth/play work and an understanding of special needs and working with isolated older people.”

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GB Athlete ts Inspires Local Studen hildren at Irlam Primary School were certainly put through their paces recently when G.B. athlete, Jess Taylor popped into the Liverpool Road School.

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Every child, from Nursery to Year 6, took part in a fun, fitness circuit of spotty dogs, leg drives, push ups and star jumps. It was great fun and even the teachers joined in!

Jess who competes in the multidisciplined ‘Heptathlon’ and is hoping to go to the next Olympic Games, then delivered an uplifting and inspiring assembly to the whole school where she talked about her sporting experience and the challenges she had faced and overcome.

The children were sponsored for the event with 60% of the money raised going towards the school and 40% supporting our G.B athletes as they prepare for the Olympics in Brazil later this year. So far, Irlam Primary School has raised just over £3,000 in sponsorship money!!

Matthew Williams who helped to organise the event said, “This was a fantastic day which was thoroughly enjoyed by both children and staff.

It’s great to see children participating in sport with such enthusiasm and to have a top G.B. Athlete in school was a great experience.”

Head teacher, Elaine Darwin added, ’What a wonderful way to inspire, challenge and excite children into more sport and to encourage ‘I can’t’ to become ‘I can’! Very worthwhile for the whole school.”

Book Fair Boost To School Library Local primary school hosted a book fair to raise much needed funds to buy new books for the school library and let’s face it there is nothing better than reading a good book!

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The scholastic book fair was organised by the school council at Irlam Endowed School and held in the playground on a beautiful sunny afternoon alongside an Easter egg hamper raffle.

Samantha Smid from the school told the Times, “The school council are trying to promote the love of reading in the school. For holding the Book Fair, we get rewarded with books for our school. Our target for the week was £500 so far this week we have raised £800 which means that we get over £400 worth of free books for the school which is great. The school council will help to choose the new books as a thank you for their help and support.”

A big thank you to all the parents who turned up and supported the fair which will greatly add to the school library and hopefully encourage all pupils to enjoy reading.

tudents from the main stream Moorfield Primary School in Irlam, visited the Gingerbread House on Silver Street to learn about Autism as part of the National Autism Awareness Day.

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The Gingerbread House is the Salford ASC Resource provision for children with Autism and although separate from Moorfield Primary comes under that school’s umbrella.

Assistant Head teacher and Special Needs Coordinator at the Gingerbread House is Suzanne Lewis, she told the Times, “Each year I plan activities for Autism Awareness Day. This is a great way of creating awareness and understanding of autism for our mainstream pupils.”

The children will take part in learning about what autism is and how it affects people. This year they are focusing on the theme of difference and how everyone is different. Using this concept will help the mainstream pupils to understand what autism is.

Students and staff were also wearing pink and purple colours to raise money for the National Autistic Society.

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t Steelmen On The Hun For Silverware Finalists Brave Stormies At Moss Farm Fisher s the remnants of storm ‘Kate’ made the overnight fishing more of a battle than a challenge, anglers in the final of the Moss Farm Fisheries Carp Championships were glad to hear the final whistle after 24 hours of fishing for the ‘elusive giants’ at the fantastic Moss Farm Fisheries on Cutnook Lane, Irlam.

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After a number of heats over the past few weeks the finalists had to deal with gale force winds and driving rain during the 24-hour final held over the Bank Holiday Weekend.

Finishing in first place was Luke Makinson from Preston who won an £80 cash prize and a Fox MkII Supa 50” Brolly. In second spot and winning £100 of free fishing at Moss Farm and £50 cash was Will Quigley from Clifton and third on the podium was Wayne Settle from Bury who won a £30 cash prize and two packs of bait.

Keith Thompson from the Moss Farm Fisheries Tackle Shop said, “It was as much a battle with the weather as it was with the carp. A big thank you to everyone who took part in the competition, Fox International for their support and sponsorship and the Carp Talk Magazine for their support.”

Keith added, “Moss Farm Fisheries is now attracting some of the best anglers in the Country to Irlam. Such is the growing reputation of this fantastic facility we are lucky to have here.

Not only do we have several brilliant fishing lakes for all standards of angler, we also have a great Café on site and a brilliant tackle shop selling everything an angler could wish for.”

STOP PRESS – STOP PRESS Irlam Steel FC have won the Manchester County Cup on a cold but exciting night at the home of FC United in Moston.

Irlam equalised an early Wythenshawe FC goal before half time. But despite chances for both teams the score remained level after the 90 minutes and went straight to penalties. Thanks in some part to a World Class save by the Steel Keeper to keep his side in it.

The Irlam keeper and man of the match, showed his ‘steel’ again to save two penalties and the Cup was on the bus home with the Irlam Steel lads.

Full report and picture spread in the next edition of the Irlam and Cadishead Times.

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t has been a fantastic ‘run in’ to the end of the Season for Irlam Steel FC who are ‘hot’ on the trail for silverware as the business end of the Season kicks in.

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As the ‘Times’ went to press the Steelmen were taking on Hale Bank FC from the Cheshire League in the semi-final of the Guardian Cup, looking to make it back to back finals having already booked a final spot in the prestigious Manchester County Cup Final at the home of FC United on Monday 25th April against Wythenshawe Town FC. Under the guidance of Mike Cartwright, Manager and his brother Gaz Cartwright assistant Manager, (both pictured). It’s been an impressive back end to the Season. In the quarter final of the Guardian Cup the Steelmen were three nil down after just 15 minutes against Sutton Heath FC but through ‘true grit’ and determination were level by half time and went on to win 5-4 (action pictures from the game).

Manager Mike said, “We have a fantastic team that we are still building, even if we end the season without a trophy it will still be seen as a great achievement to build on for next year. We still have a chance to finish second in the Manchester League Division One and are currently only seven points off the play-off places but have nine games in hand!”

The team who wear Puma Kit were followed and filmed from their home base at Irlam Steel Club to the Cup Final match at FC United with all the match action recorded by a film crew from Puma. Who knows you might even spot them on the television in the future!

We will let you know how the Steelmen got on in their Final and Semi Final in the next Edition of the Irlam and Cadishead Team.

Good luck lads!

HEALTHY HIPS AND HEARTS June Winspear runs the Healthy Hips and Hearts Group at St. Clements Court off Fiddlers Lane in Irlam for the over 50’s, with gentle exercise and relaxation to music every Thursday between 1.30pm and 2.30pm with new members always welcome. For more information, contact June on 0161 775 0336.

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Rhinos Kids ss Have Fun On The Mo adishead Rhinos ARLFC Cubs and newly formed under 7’s teams went to the Chat Moss project for their Sunday training session recently.

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The joint venture gave the young rhinos a different training session than normal and allowed them and the Chat Moss project to join forces.

Lydia McCool, the Chat Moss Community Engagement Officer, has had the Rhinos invade the Moss in the past and was

very welcoming again. She started the kids off with a great assault course through some of the woodland, getting them stuck straight into the mud from the very start and giving them a chance to look around a small part of the reserve.

From there they headed to some of the open areas for some rugby related games, the kids got stuck into the tackle bag races, with mud flying everywhere as the kids ran riot, before they tested their strength in a good old fashioned tug of war. They even took on a few of the parents and obviously won with ease!

Matt Lee told the Irlam and Cadishead Times, “Lydia then took the kids for a talk about all the work they are doing at the Chat Moss project, turning the place into a fantastic nature reserve.

She then enlisted the kids help for one final game, the kids this time planting as many cotton grass seeds as possible which meant really diving into the thick of the mud! As a reward for all their efforts the Cubs and 7’s were rewarded by Lydia with biscuits and juice, after washing their hands obviously! A great day had by all.”

The 7’s are still looking for players and volunteers to help the team and anyone wanting to get involved with the club can get in touch via Paul Elliott on 07595 388 377 or via their Facebook and Twitter pages.

TRAIN TO BE A LIFEGUARD The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification enables you to work as a qualified Lifeguard. It can be a stepping stone to a career in the leisure industry, and an absolute MUST if you want a chance to work in a facility with a swimming pool.

Who is it for?

Anyone over the age of 16 looking to work in or volunteer in the leisure industry. This qualification is also accepted by Camp America and British Universities North America Club (BUNAC) for their summer camp projects.

Pre-requisites:Jump/dive into deep water Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back In deep Water, tread water for 30 seconds Surface dive to the floor of the pool Climb out unaided without ladders/steps and where pool design permits 100% attendance on the course dates

What will I learn?

You will learn the skills and theoretical knowledge to be a lifeguard working in today’s exciting, yet demanding leisure industry. For the duration of the course you will be either in the pool or the classroom What qualifications or certificates will I receive?

Once you have successfully completed the 40 hours of training and the assessment, you will receive a certificate from the RLSS and will be a qualified lifeguard for 2 years. You will also receive an AED (defib) qualification and a First Aid at Work qualification.

How will I be assessed?

The NPLQ assessment assesses your skills in 4 areas: Practical pool assessment Theory assessment First aid assessment CPR assessment

When is the next course in my area?

Monday May 31st – Saturday 5th June at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre.

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Irlam FC Going For Promotion rlam Football Club won the Division One Club of the Month award for March.

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Manager Steve Nixon and captain Barry Lomas were presented with the award by League Management Committee representative Ian Williams (pictured), prior to their recent game against Atherton LR. Irlam FC’s Silver Street Ground hosted the Manchester FA Ladies Cup final on Tuesday 3rd May when City of Manchester Ladies FC played Manchester Stingers WFC. Irlam FC U21’s were in Cup Final action on Tuesday 26th April when they met Southport FC at Altrincham FC’s Moss Lane Ground in the Cheshire Premier League U21’s Cup kicking off at 7.45pm.

Warren Dodd told the Times, “With four games to go as we go to print, Irlam FC first team need a maximum of just six points to gain promotion to the North West Counties Premier Division. Fingers crossed... watch this space!”

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f Students Try Their Hand At Gol t was a wet cold and drizzly day when more than eighty children from all of our local primary schools descended onto the 4g pitch at Irlam and Cadishead College (ICC) for a Tri-golf session.

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But the weather did not put too much of a dampener on things and did not stop the children enjoying two hours of tri-golf.

Jude Scrutton told the Times, “Tri-Golf is a primary version of the game of golf and it is the second time we have held a local cluster event. Students from Irlam Endowed Primary School

again helped out and decided to attend as leaders making sure the children knew what to do at each golf station and measured each team’s skills accurately and fairly.”

Schools were allowed to bring teams for a year 3/4 competition and for a year 5/6 competition. The tournament was a lovely event with cheers and applause breaking out in all of the stations when a student achieved a putt or a high score.

There could only be one winner and the year 5/6 tournament was won by Irlam Primary and the Year 3/4 tournament was won

by Fiddler’s Lane. Well done to all teams that took part and braved our English weather…

ANGLING NOTES

By Swingtip Moss Farm Fisheries is in absolute brilliant form at the moment.

A recent Sunday open match was won with over 33 pounds of mixed fish. I assumed that the bulk of the catch would consist of big carp. I was wrong! Roach, Rudd, Crucians and Tench made up the winning weight with a couple of small carp thrown in for good measure.

New Sponsors For Irlam C.C. rlam Cricket Club start a new campaign in an all new league the Greater Manchester Cricket League (GMCL) with new shirt sponsors the 1923 Irlam Railway Station on board for the 2016 Season.

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Chairman Colin Rook and all the players would like to thank them for offering their much needed support and looked forward to their first game of the season away on Saturday 23rd April at Heywood Cricket Club.

Colin said, “With a double home fixture the following weekend on the Saturday and Sunday of the Bank Holiday weekend the Irlam team will be looking to make a good start to the season and would be grateful of all the local support. We are all looking forward to another successful season in 2016 after finishing as champions in the old league last year.”

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The changeable weather doesn’t seem to bother the fish at Moss Farm one iota. It’s well worth a visit even if you don’t fish. You can sit in the sun, mug of tea from the cafe in hand, watch the fisherman, or simply just watch the wildlife and let the world pass you by, marvellous.

I’ve been fishing the pits on Astley Moss just lately, belonging to Salford Anglers, strictly members only, the fishing is consistently good. Trouble is, Astley Road is now so badly pot holed you have to divert through Worsley and the East Lancs Road to reach the fisheries.

I think you need at least a 4x4 to negotiate the top end of Astley Road, on my last attempt I grounded the car twice. The sickening ‘thump’ emanating from under the car chills the blood, so I’ll stick to the detour in future!

Nothing to report from the Old River so far, probably when the weather warms up so too will the fish. I’ll keep on trying.

I’ve been watching the latest ‘River Monsters’ programme on telly.

Never mind hooking gigantic tarpon, I’m just happy to see my float go under.

Talking about the telly, two aerials met on the roof, fell in love and got married the wedding wasn’t up to much but the reception was ruddy marvellous!!!!!

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