THE INDEPENDENT BUSINESS
MAGAZINE FOR LEYLAND Delivered FREE to around 15,000 homes across Leyland
March 2019
Issue 167
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Leader Comment March 2019 WELL, here we are in March - already. Welcome to the third month of the year or, if you were born before 150 BC, the first! Happy New Year, Ancient Romans! According to the oldest Roman calendars, one year was 10 months long, starting in March and ending in December. New Year? Always a good excuse to get out and celebrate, isn’t it? As is the start of Spring, which also comes to mind at the start of this month. So, where to go, what to do, how to keep the kids entertained? Why not head down to the newly re-furbished, now in full swing, British Commercial Vehicle Museum at the heart of our town? Such a crucial part of the town’s industrial and cultural heritage, the Museum has undergone a fantastic facelift and rightly deserves the support of residents - it’s not just for visitors. With numerous audio-visual displays, hands-on interactive displays, over 60 historic vehicles to wander around freely and even climb aboard, a cinema, simulated driving experience, knowledgeable guides - and a café, there’s surely something for everyone. Another Leyland treasure, of course, is our
much-loved award-winning Worden Park. And Spring is the ideal time to enjoy everything it has to offer. It’s been aptly described as a ‘Country Park in the town.’ With mature woodlands, open meadows, historic natural landscapes varied wildlife and peaceful setting, the Park offers a haven of natural beauty for walks, picnics, play or simple relaxation in fabulous surroundings. Get out and enjoy! Here at Leyland Leader, as we ‘get out and about’ and walk the streets bringing you our independent business magazine, we can’t help but notice our town is getting bigger. New housing estates seem to be springing up all around us. Farington Business Park, the Leyland Trucks test track, Albion Gate, Croston Meadows, Wigan Road and more. The rural surrounds, the green fields are disappearing everywhere we look. Next up, a ‘Bob the Builder Theme Park’ in South Ribble perhaps, what do you think? It must be progress and much needed there’s certainly going to be more houses for us to deliver to and hopefully more customers wanting to use the services of our advertisers. I wonder where they will all be coming from. We will watch with interest. Meanwhile, as we look towards the joys of Spring, enjoy our March edition. There’s 96 pages of Leyland’s finest trades, services, businesses and more. With all these new people moving in, we’re going to need them more than ever. ‘Use them or lose them’ could never be nearer the truth! Keith and Ruth Bradshaw
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Is there an autism epidemic? With Lynn McCann of ReachOut ASC
What do Ann Hegarty of The Chase, Chris Packham from Springwatch, Susan Boyle and Robert White from Britain’s Got Talent got in common? They are all autistic. Celebrities are coming out as autistic all over the place. Many more children and adults have been
diagnosed as autistic especially in the last 10 years and we are hearing the ‘autism’ word on TV more and more. But we don’t really have an epidemic. Autism has always been part of humankind, but we have simply got better at recognising and diagnosing it. And in the last few years we’ve discovered that it isn’t just a male condition, there have been many more autistic females than we realised because we have learned how autism can present differently in females. Autism is characterised by being a different way the brain thinks, perceives and processes experiences and information from the senses. It is a spectrum, where every person on that spectrum is different but share some of the characteristics that are in the diagnostic criteria. One of my autistic friends explains it well: “Autism is a different way of thinking and processing, especially sensory experiences. As common as being lefthanded and just as misunderstood is that used to be.” Autistic people have a lot of gifts to offer our world and certainly have done for
centuries. Many autistic people’s inventions, insights and perspectives have helped mankind become what it is today. However, autistic people do have some difficulties, and some can have other conditions or a learning disability as well as autism. That’s why it is identified as a disability. The diagnostic criteria looks at differences and difficulties in communication, social interaction, ways of thinking and processing (including intense interests) and sensory processing. Reachout ASC is a Leyland based company of autism specialists, working across the whole North West. Lynn and Emma are autism specialist teachers, Ruth is a sensory therapist and Cristina is autistic. Together we bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that we use to equip, advise and resource anyone who wants to understand and support autistic children, young people and adults. We work with schools across Lancashire, local
businesses, churches and charities. We do this job because we’re passionate about making school and life successful for autistic children and young people. We believe that autistic people have a right to live in society that understands them. To live in a society that makes adaptations to enable them to access education, health services, jobs and their community.
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and there are discounts for parents and autistic people to attend. Lynn and her team have been delivering training all over the country for over 10 years. Lynn has spoken at national conferences and is the author of a number of books about supporting autistic children in schools and a book of social stories. Our guest speakers are amazing people to listen to and learn from. Website and contact: www.reachoutasc.com Free articles to download and share: www.reachoutasc.com/blog Book on our courses: https:// www.reachoutasc.com/training/ upcoming-events
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LEYLAND & FARINGTON CLUB since 1933
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME Saturday March 2 KYLE HARRISON Fantastic male vocalist. Don’t miss this one! Saturday March 9 FALCON Brilliant male duo with sounds of The Eagles and 1960s to present day Saturday March 16 CARL GORDON Great male vocal entertainer Saturday March 23 JOHN MALCOLM Superb male vocalist with a touch of Meatloaf Saturday March 30 GUY MANRIN The complete entertainer. Welcome back Resident compere and support act ‘Mr Entertainment’ Eric Jones
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Growing Places with Growing Solutions Ltd of Leyland
plant nutrition products, manufactured, tried IF YOU want a great lawn in 2019 then talk to Peter Benson, Director of Growing and tested in-house. Solutions Ltd, Eccleston-based manufacturers and suppliers of lawns and plant treatment throughout the UK and beyond! This well-established family business , now based in Eccleston, are nationally recognised as leading exponents within their field. Their professional expertise has been applied at five UK national stadia, ten Premier League football grounds, the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, bowling greens and many prestigious golf courses.
LAWN MAGIC Normally £7 Just for callers LAWN MAGIC - as used by leading groundsmen and gardeners across the UK and beyond. A premium product with ‘Premier League’ results. Call in and take advantage of our special offers - now is the time to grow and nurture that perfect lawn. Trading under the name Garden Wizard and marketing a revolutionary lawn feed known as Lawn Magic, they have become TV regulars, selling successfully via the shopping channels. And their friendly help and advice is literally on hand for local residents. Peter says: “After a very wet winter everyone has a problem with moss in their lawns. This is definitely the best time of year to attack the moss that is smothering your grass. “We are happy to supply the products you need at the lowest possible cost and give you FREE advice. Just call in and see us and pick up your FREE ‘Seven Simple Steps to a Nice Lawn.’ Ours is one feed for all seasons, there’s no need for separate Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter feeds.” Growing Solutions Ltd offer professional
PLANT MAGIC TV 1 litre normal price £7 now special offer 1 litre just £4 this makes 200 litres of feed for all plants, fruit and vegetables, especially good for tomatoes If you want the best from your plants, fruit, vegetables, tubs and baskets Call in and see us and get FREE feeding advice from the experts. We are a very friendly, family business and look forward to speaking to you. We offer one feed - Plant Magic - for all seasons. There is absolutely no need for separate feeds for different plants. We also have the finest Professional potting compost available.
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Professional compost as sold on TV We have a great compost available, used by many of our customers for seedlings, young and mature plants. It is excellent for tubs and hanging baskets. May basket This compost sells on TV shopping channels at the price of 2 for £20, plus £5.95 p&p. Growing Solutions price June basket to local people is just 2 for £11 plus 1Kg of soil enhancer whilst stocks last - collect from the factory. A leaflet called "7 simple steps to a nice lawn" is available free of charge from the factory with no obligation this leaflet goes into a bit more but uncomplicated detail and of course we will give you free verbal advice as well. Growing Solutions are not a "pushy company" and the staff are very customer orientated so you can be sure of a friendly reception at the factory. Moss Magic can be obtained by the home user as well as the Professional.
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MOSS MAGIC FOR LAWNS £4 - 1 litre - 100 sq m treatment £15 - 5 litres - 500 sq m treatment
As well as advice on Moss we can also recommend the best feeds for your Lawn and your plants. MOSS MAGIC is a premium product, on offer at a fantastic bargain price to factory visitors. One litre of Moss Magic will treat an amazing 100 square metres of lawn. Growing Solutions manufacture their products in Leyland and all are equally applicable to professional playing surfaces and residential gardens. Peter and team have the knowledge, expertise and skills to help you get that dream lawn - ask for help and advice, they are waiting to work with you. How to find us Our premises are at Winterview Farm, Parr Lane, Eccleston, Chorley PR7 5RP Coming from Leyland area - cross over the bridge entering Eccleston, pass the farmers arms on your right , Parr Lane is 100 metres on your left - pass through the residential area (20 MPH limit). When you reach the last bungalow on your right the entrance to the farm is directly opposite. From Chorley area follow Wigan Road (A49) through Euxton turning into Back Lane just before the Crematorium. Follow Back Lane, it is a partial single track lane with passing places not suitable for large vehicles. Pass the Cunneries Fishery and turn right into the farm 150 metres on your right.
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Introducing your Labour Party Candidates in Leyland and Farington for the elections of May 2019 The Labour Party in Leyland and Farington will go into this Spring’s elections with a mixture of hugely experienced Councillors mixed with some exciting new candidates who are already active in our community. Your Labour activists work all year round
supporting residents and community campaigns throughout the town. Over the coming weeks we’ll be knocking on doors and introducing ourselves to residents. We look forward to meeting you and talking to you about your thoughts about our local Council.
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Trading at Leyland for 40 years, our family has been selling top quality locally produced Meat and Eggs at very good prices Roast Leg of Lamb
Recipe of the Month sponsored by Whittakers Butchers Serves 4: Pre-heat oven to 220C/gas mk 7 Ingredients: 1 leg of lamb (1.35-2.25kg) 2 whole heads of garlic, cut in half horizontally, plus 8 cloves, sliced 5 sprigs fresh rosemary 8 carrots, peeled, cut in half lengthways 2-4 tbsp olive oil salt and black pepper Salsa Verde (optional) 1 clove of garlic 4 fresh anchovies in vinegar 2 tbsp capers 2 tbsp cornichons 4 tbsp olive oil ½ bunch parsley, leaves only 1 tbsp red wine vinegar Salt and black pepper Method:
1 Make slits all over the lamb with the point of a sharp knife. Place a few slices of garlic and few rosemary needles in each cut. Season the lamb all over. 2 Pour olive oil into a large roasting tin. Add the garlic bulbs, remaining rosemary and carrots. Toss to coat in the oil. Sit the lamb in the tin and roast in the over for 15 minutes. Turn heat down to 180C/gas mk 4 and cook for further 45-60
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minutes (it’s 20 mins per 450g, plus another 20 mins, depending how pink you like your meat). 3 Remove the lamb from oven, transfer to a warm plate, allow to rest 10-15 minutes. With a spoon, remove any excess fat from roasting tin and discard, then stir in the juices from the resting lamb. Carve and serve with the carrots and juices poured over. 4 You can also serve with salsa verde: blend garlic, anchovies, capers and cornichons in a food processor. Add oil and parsley, blend until smooth. Add vinegar and stir, and more oil if too thick. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Riuscire a Conoscerti Getting to Know You With Franco Lozzi
What motivates you to work hard? Making my business successful. The best motivation is when we get lovely comments from customers.
Luca, Angela, Franco, Francesca
Born: Cetraro, Calabria, Italy Occupation/Business: Owner La Corte Restaurant & Wine Bar Marital Status: Been with my partner Angela for 14 years Family: Lauren 28, Francesca 11, Luca 8 Who is your hero? My Mum, a strong woman who raised 11 children. Now 82 she has many health problems. She worked hard all her life as a seamstress trading her skills for food for the family. She has a heart of gold, I miss her so much - and her cooking! Favourite place to live: You’d think I’d say Italy, but whenever I’m there it’s so hot I want to be back in England. What’s your biggest fear? Flying, I hate it! I have to have a few brandys before I get on an aeroplane. Favourite family vacation: I love cruises. I love waking up in a different place each day. The service and entertainment is amazing. What would you change about yourself? I would like two legs again - ha ha! I’d love to play football with my little boy and run around the restaurant serving customers. What makes you angry? Nothing too much. I’m such a laid back person and life’s too short to be angry.
What’s your favourite thing about your career/accomplishments? Being THE BOSS! (Well, when Angela’s not around). I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved. When I look around La Corte and see customers enjoying themselves, I think ‘Yep, it’s a great place!’ What makes you laugh? I laugh out loud at comedy. I love Mrs Brown’s Boys, Fawlty Towers and Only Fools and Horses. When you were a boy, what did you want to be? A footballer, I was quite good! The local priest set up a football team and in order to play a match on a Sunday you had to be an altar boy for him at the morning Mass. Favourite game or sport, to watch or play? I love watching football, especially my team Juventus. I also enjoy motor racing - the Italian Grand Prix at Monza is my favourite. What would you sing at Karaoke night? Hey Mambo….Mambo Italiano
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Getting to Know You Have you ever had a nickname? Foca Foca, it means ‘seal.’ I’m a very good swimmer and once I’m in the sea I dive under the waves and swim along the sea
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What’s your favourite Childhood memory? Selling doughnuts on the beach in my home town of Cetraro when I was 8. I used to earn about £2.50 a day. I would give half to my Mum and the rest I would spend on clothes.
Luca, Franco’s Mum, Francesca
floor like a seal. What are your hobbies? I love to play cards - poker is my favourite card game. Also, I love watching Britain’s Got Talent and listening to Italian music. If you were a superhero, what powers would you have? Definitely the ability to transport myself. At the click of a finger I could go and see my Mum and family in Italy whenever I wanted. What if you won the National Lottery? I would probably cruise around the world and share the fortune with family and friends. What’s your favourite zoo animal? I love to watch the monkeys. The are so full of fun and mischief! If you could share a meal with four people, living or dead, who would you choose? Obviously my Mum as I don’t see enough of her. Italian football legend Roberto Baggio, I loved to watch him play back in the day. I’d also bring back to life my Dad and Grandma so I could see them again. I was only 6 years old when she died, I’d love to chat with her and ask her all about her life.
Cetraro, Calabria, Southern Italy
Glass half-full or half-empty? It’s overflowing, I’m a positive person! Look how lucky I am after losing my leg. I’ve got a beautiful family and my own restaurant - life can’t get any better! What three items would you take on a desert island? Water. A fishing net, I love fishing. And my phone so I could still take La Corte bookings! Favourite school subjects: I loved Mathematics and Cooking. What was your first job? Apart from selling doughnuts on the beach, I worked at a big hotel in the town. I was a waiter and we served 750 people every evening, it was amazing. Then, after working all day, we used to go to the disco! One thing you’ll never do again: I’d like to say fly - but I know Angela will insist I do it as she loves going on holiday. What are you most looking forward to in the future? Relaxing! I’ve worked all my life and it’s non-stop running a restaurant. Ha ha! I’m so happy now and hope to be as happy in the future. I wish for a healthy, happy life for my family and me.
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Quality fresh fish and seafood direct from Fleetwood quayside All fish skinned and boned ready for the pan; Full catering and preparation service to order From exotic to local we have up to 60 varieties of fish daily Whole Roast Salmon with Mustard Dill Sauce Fish Recipe of the Month sponsored by The Fish Plaice
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over the fish. Bake in the oven for 35 minutes or until just 4 tbsp olive oil Large handful hardy herbs such as thyme, rose- cooked through. Insert a metal skewer mary and bay leaves into the thick end of 3 lemons, thinly sliced the fish, if it’s 2.2kg (4lb7oz) whole salmon, head and tail cooked, the skewer removed should come out hot. For the mustard dill sauce 1 tbsp olive oil 2 Meanwhile, make the sauce. Heat the oil in a ½ onion, finely chopped small pan. Add the onion and cook over a low 150ml (¼pt) hot chicken stock heat for 7 minutes until softened. Pour over the ½ lemon, zested and juiced stock, add the lemon zest and juice and simmer 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard for 5 minutes. When the fish is ready, stir in the 2 tsp clear honey mustard, honey and dill and season to taste. Handful dill, finely chopped Method: 3 To serve, remove the skin if preferred. Slice the fish into portion-sized fillets and use the 1 Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200C, fan 180C. flat of the knife to work along each piece, Lightly grease a large baking tray with olive easing it away from the bone. Carefully turn oil. Arrange a layer of herbs and lemon slices over and repeat. Serve drizzled with the on it. Using a sharp knife, make small slashes across the fish about 3cm (1¼in) apart. Season mustard dill sauce. Green beans and new potatoes go well with this dish. well all over. Put the fish on top of the herbs and lemon. Put some lemon slices inside the fish and cover the top with a few more slices. Drizzle the remaining oil Leyland Market
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Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, macular holes and many more conditions that can become a sight threatening issue to you. Having regular in-depth OCT scans can help us monitor certain eye related problems too. We do a minimum of 6 scans to make a thorough diagnosis.
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Transferring ISAs
Money Matters with Greg Heath of Derbyshire Booth Financial Management Ltd
Time to bring your investments together?
If you have accumulated a number of Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) over the years, keeping them all in one place could give you better control and help you save money. There’s a common misconception that you can’t move your existing ISAs from one provider to another. Transferring your ISAs doesn’t affect its tax-efficient status, but you should make sure that you don’t have to pay penalties or give up valuable benefits. If you want to switch from an existing ISA provider to a new one, you’re perfectly within your rights to do so. Much like a mortgage, you shouldn’t feel as though you’re saddled forever with your first ISA provider choice. Transferring your ISAs could allow you to widen your range of investment choices, as the range on offer can differ between providers.
will count towards your £4,000 Lifetime ISA allowance for the year and qualify for the government bonus, but will not count towards your overall ISA allowance of £20,000 in 2018/19. It is not advisable to transfer from a Lifetime ISA. Transferring your ISAs won’t affect their tax-efficient status, provided you follow the correct process. You might think that to make a transfer from one ISA to another, you’ll need to close down your existing account, make a withdrawal, then open up a new account and pay in. But closing down your current ISA means you’ll immediately lose all the tax benefits, so never withdraw your savings to pay into a new ISA.
EASIER TO MONITOR AND MANAGE Another reason to switch is that you could find you’re better off because another provider is offering lower fees and charges. You may also want to move because you prefer to keep all your investments conveniently in one place, where they’re easier to monitor and manage. You can transfer your ISA from one provider to another at any time. You can also transfer from one type of ISA to a different type of ISA – for example, you can move money held in a Stocks & Shares ISA into a Cash ISA, or from a Cash ISA to a Stocks & Shares ISA. Similarly, money held in an Innovative Finance ISA can be transferred into a Stocks & Shares ISA or into a Cash ISA.
ADDITIONAL PERMITTED ISA ALLOWANCE Instead, if you want to make a transfer, we’ll contact your provider to inform them and manage the entire transfer process for you. Remember that tax rules can change in future, and their effect on you will depend on your individual circumstances. If you are looking to transfer ISA tax benefits following the death of your spouse or registered civil partner, the survivor can now inherit their ISA tax benefits. This will be in the form of an additional permitted allowance equal to the value of the ISA at the holder’s death and will be in addition to your own ISA allowance.
NOT ALL ISA PROVIDERS ACCEPT TRANSFERS Remember that not all ISA providers will accept transfers. Also, bear in mind that the ISA provider you are moving from might charge you for the transfer. If you transfer cash from an existing ISA into a Lifetime ISA, it
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Getting to Know You
Getting to Know You With Steven Haycocks Born: Merseyside; Occupation: Headteacher, Balshaw’s Church of England High School Marital Status: Married; Family: Two children.
Hero: an anti-hero, Yossarian, main protagonist in the novel Catch 22 Place to live: Where I live now, but with warmer, drier weather Greatest fear: not being good enough - for God, family, friends and people I serve at work. Family holiday: any of them - holiday times with my family is my greatest pleasure What would I change about yourself: I would have made my younger self work harder between 13-16! Nothing worse than the regret you could have done better. What makes me angry: Injustice, poverty What motivates me to work hard: Hope that children whose lives I impact will become adults making a positive contribution to society by fighting injustice and poverty. Favourite thing about my career: making a positive difference in young peoples’ lives. What makes me laugh: The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin. What I wanted to be when I was small: Does anyone know? This is one of the greatest pressures that we put young people under, the expectation that they should know what they want to be. Many of the most in demand jobs didn’t exit 10 years ago. It’s better they pursue what interests them –what to do with those interests will come later.
Favourite sport to watch or play: Crown Green Bowling or Squash Karaoke song: it would have to be at gunpoint with the imminent threat of death! It’s not that I can’t sing, it’s the Karaoke concept I can’t bear. The idea of being in a confined space listening to random people murdering songs is a personal hell! Hobbies: long country walks, listening to music, reading a good book in the sunshine by a pool, gardening. Superpower of choice: the power to end cruelty and unkindness Lottery win: It’s never going to happen as I will never enter it! Favourite zoo animal: I feel ambivalent
On holiday: Steven Haycocks with wife Emma and children Theo and Lara
towards zoos, but watching primates is utterly fascinating. Childhood memory: Playing on the beach at Aberdaron, North Wales on family holiday. Glass half full or half empty: I am an eternal optimist - always half full. Desert island items: a computer with internet connection (I need to keep up with the news, listen to music, and continue to learn more about the world); the Bible, for inspiration and re-assurance Favourite school subject: English—without any doubt! There were no wrong answers and I could already speak it! First job: Gardening and grounds maintenance, I couldn't believe I was paid to do something I loved doing anyway. Looking forward to in the future: Having grandchildren and time to play with them.
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St Andrews says ‘Farewell’
IT was an emotional morning at Leyland Parish church when the vicar Reverend Canon David Gibb and wife Claire stepped down after 17 years.
St Andrews was packed as all four congregations came together in a joint farewell service marking the end of a significant era in the life of the centuries old church. David and Claire Gibb, along with daughters Rebekah, Hannah and Esther arrived in Leyland in July 2001 from Oxford. He explained: “I was only 32 years old then, it was my first parish and all seemed quite daunting and challenging – especially as I am a ‘Southern softie’ and didn’t speak the way the locals spoke. From day one, though, we knew it was right for us, everyone made us welcome. There is a wonderful team here, we get tremendous support, I am so grateful for everyone who has helped us along the way.” Associate vicars Matt Cook and Duncan Bell led the joint service, reflecting upon and paying tribute to the Gibbs and their 17 year long ministry. Gifts were presented during the Thanksgiving Service and St Andrews Children’s Worker Katy Turner paid particular tribute to Claire Gibb’s unstinting efforts in teaching, organising and serving the
children and young people of the parish. In his last sermon as vicar of Leyland, Mr Gibb fittingly turned to the Revelation, the last book of the Bible. As ever, he directed his listeners to the cross of Jesus, adding: “It’s been a real privilege to serve here, we have had some wonderful times, there has been sadness too, but much joy too. “The church has grown and we have seen many changes. We will take away with us countless wonderful memories of our times here, I will particularly remember the successful Mission Weeks we have held. I have seen many people turn to Christ in our time, Leyland and its people will forever be in our hearts.”
Reverend Gibb admitted that his health had suffered in recent times and though he was stepping aside with a heavy heart, he knew the time was right to move on. Church wardens Karen Swift and Paul Moran are now tasked as Church of England ‘sequestrators’ as they begin the process of appointing a new vicar. Keith Bradshaw
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St Patrick’s Day ~ March 17 What’s it all About?
I wonder, will you be joining the ‘Green Party’ this March – millions around the world will, and it’s nothing to do with saving the planet! For March 17 sees the annual global ‘Greenfest’ of celebrations in honour of St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. What the man himself, the most devoted and humble of God-fearing priests, would make of the parties in his name, surely beggars belief. For centuries, St Patrick’s Day has been honoured by Irish - and non-Irish folk and has become synonymous with all things Irish. The ‘wearing of the green,’ parades, shamrocks, Guinness and good luck all play a major role as the faithful pay tribute to Ireland’s favourite son. But, who is Patrick, anyway? He was born in the late fourth century and is reputed to have lived in Western Scotland. Legend has it, at 16 years of age he was taken by Irish pirates and sold into slavery, working in solitude as a shepherd for six years. He developed a profound faith in God and, spurred on by visions, escaped back to the mainland. Patrick travelled to Europe to train for the priesthood and, on his return to Britain, was inspired in a dream to realise his life’s mission – the conversion of Ireland to Christianity. Patrick was not the first to bring Christianity to the Irish pagans, but he was arguably the most effective. He impressed King Laoghaire, using the shamrock to demonstrate the Trinity; one stalk, but three separate leaves, one God but with three entities – the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Hence the significance of the shamrock in the March 17 celebrations. Laoghaire remained a
pagan but allowed Patrick to set up a monastery in Armagh and to travel around Ireland, overcoming the influence of the Druids, destroying their rites and converting the Irish.. Patrick’s mission was highly successful and he has been revered by the Irish ever since his death around 461 AD. Folklore declares Patrick was responsible for driving all snakes from Ireland. The snake or serpent was a sign of paganism and the story is probably symbolic as Patrick put an end to the worship of such symbols. How and where Patrick died is a matter of dispute, but it’s generally accepted the date was March 17, a day of remembrance and celebrations ever since. The biggest events are, of course, in Ireland itself where St Patrick’s Day is a public and religious holiday. Over the centuries, the Irish have spread throughout the world and taken their festivals, history and traditions with them. American cities with large Irish communities, for example New York and Boston, hold massive celebrations, even to the extent of dying rivers green, painting the roads green and drinking green beer! Wherever you are on March 17, raise a glass to St Patrick and enjoy the craic!
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The ‘Greatest Show’ is coming to Leyland WE haven’t made it to Springtime yet, but
will convene
organisers of Leyland Festival 2019 are turning at the their thoughts to summer and their plans to put McDonalds on the ‘Greatest Show in Lancashire’ with an
roundabout
action-packed day, brimming with fun
on Hough
activities and entertainment for all the family.
Lane and
On Saturday June 15 the magic of musical
process
theatre will transform Leyland’s town centre
through the
into the heart of Theatreland, with the Leyland
town centre
Festival 2019 theme of ‘Music from the
to Worden
Shows’ set to inspire a carnival spirit across
Park.
the town. Planning is already well under way
The Festival
to make this year’s festival bigger and better
continues to
than ever before.
offer great value for money and remains an
Leyland Festival Committee Chairman Tony
affordable day out for all the family. Entry to
Harrison said: “Our team of volunteers from
the festival is £3 per person with 16s and under
local businesses and community groups are
free. Advance tickets can be bought for just
working hard to plan our best festival to date.
£2.50 and will be sold by a number of
We’ve chosen the theme of ‘Music from the
businesses across Leyland including: Paces &
Shows’ and are planning to put on the
Laces, Peppermint Cottage, Poppies Flower
‘Greatest Show in Lancashire’ this summer
Design, Leyland Market, The Market Ale
with a Festival Parade that will celebrate
House, Solicitors Direct and La Corte.
community spirit, local talents, innovation and
Tony Harrison added: “Leyland Festival is an
entertainment – all set to a backdrop of much-
event organised for the community, by the
loved music from musical theatre.
community, but we want the whole of
“After the parade though the town centre,
Lancashire and beyond to come and see what
Worden Park will once again be the focal point Leyland has to offer. We think is will be the for the festival playing host to live music with
greatest show in Lancashire this summer –
‘music in the park’, a car show, fairground, a
come and see for yourselves!”
food and drink court, the ever-popular ‘Paws in If you are interested in taking part in this year’s the Park’ dog show, a sports and dance arena,
festival head over to the festival website:
trade stalls and much, much more. There really
www.leylandfestival.co.uk
will be something for all the family.” At 12 noon on Saturday June 15 the parade
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Spring Cleaning: It’s that Time Again! Spring Cleaning is an old tradition. The days get longer, the weather gets milder and we have a burst of energy encouraging us to tackle the layers of dirt which have built up in our homes over the winter. Flinging open the windows to the fresh air and attacking the house is something many people find very therapeutic. However, the historic reason for spring cleaning is no longer with us. When houses were heated by wood and coal fires, by the end of the winter all surfaces—furniture, walls, curtains, etc— would have built up a layer of soot and ash. With modern heating, this no longer happens. We may not suffer from soot, but nowadays many of us suffer from the problem of too little time to manage household cleaning efficiently Many of us turn to professionals. Cleaning businesses and franchises are a growing market and we can now choose from people to clean our homes, our ovens or our carpets to name just a few! If you are doing the cleaning yourself, it is a good idea to take some tips from the professionals and organise the cleaning in an efficient way. No professional firm of cleaners would schedule in the cleaning for ‘one Saturday when there’s nothing much else happening’. Set aside a definite time for your cleaning and then work until you’ve finished. Don’t stop to make phone calls or watch the TV. Wear old comfortable clothes and make sure you have all the equipment you need—and then carry it from room to room with you. As we have all become wealthier, with more goods in our homes, you could say that the main enemy today is not soot, but clutter. Even if employing professional cleaners, they cannot sort out your clutter for you. So be ruthless! William Morris once said ‘Have nothing in your home which you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful’. Throw out what you don’t use or give it to a charity shop. Clear surfaces and cupboards and then only put back what you need or value. Don’t forget the garage or the wardrobes either! Enlisting help from family members will make the work much quicker. It has been said that two
people can change a bed four times faster than a single person. So plan a set date and get them all to help. Although we have less time, we do not seem to have lost our enthusiasm for cleaning. The volume and variety of cleaning products on the market seems to grow each year—and often unfortunately just makes us feel guilty if our homes don’t meet the standards seen on television adverts or in magazines. We spend up to £240 million each year in the UK on household cleaning products in an attempt to find less labour intensive ways of achieving the perfect home. Rather than spring cleaning, perhaps we would all be better off if we organised an efficient way to keep our houses clean all year round. If being in your own home gets you down because of the mess and clutter then do something about it! Either get some professional help or set up a realistic plan which you and your family can stick to and your home will be a much calmer place.
“I’ve finally got rid of my hoover—well it was only collecting dust!” (Tim Vine)
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Radio Leyland starts test transmissions on 104.8FM LEYLAND’S volunteer-run community radio station, Radio Leyland, has started test transmissions on 104.8 FM. The transmissions are aimed at testing studio and broadcast equipment and will continue throughout March, ahead of the scheduled official launch on Monday 1 April. Station manager Brian Ashman said: “We’re doing these tests over an extended period to make sure all the geeky technical stuff works properly and that the station sounds right when we start proper broadcasts on April 1. “During the tests listeners might find that the sound is too loud at times and too quiet at others. And while you might hear the same song ten times in a row, it’s equally possible the sound will disappear completely for a period. Please do hang on – it’ll all be worth it.” The station is the newest of over 250 community radio stations licensed by radio regulator Ofcom to cover a hyperlocal area. All stations are run on a non-profit basis and provide access and training for local people and organisations. Funding for Radio Leyland will come from local and national grants, supporter donations, voluntary subscriptions, sponsorship and advertising. A recent award of £200 from Asda’s green token scheme, for example, will help fund essential equipment. When fully-fledged the radio station will broadcast a daily breakfast show (with local news, events and interviews), a mid-morning ‘music while you work’ programme, a
L to R Sharon Neill, Community Life Chamiom Asda Clayton Green, Brenda Crossley, Anne Hunter, Brian Ashman, Radio Leyland
‘vintage’ afternoon show mainly for the over-50s, drivetime, and evening specialist music shows. Most programmes will be hosted by enthusiastic and knowledgeable local presenters. The station is always on the lookout for volunteers for various roles, ranging from meeting and greeting guests on the breakfast show, helping maintain the music library, interviewing local people, audio editing, research, booking guests for studio interviews or presenting features. All training is free and provided on a tailored basis. The station can be contacted by email at leylandcommunityradio@gmail.com or via the Radio Leyland Facebook page.
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a moving account of caring for a father. Simon’s Dad lives with Dementia, and we invite you to listen to him sharing his special story with the Alliance of how music rediscovered his father. Following Simon’s story we will be launching our own local ‘Living Well Guide,’ full of information support and contacts for carers and people living with Dementia. WEDNESDAY MARCH 13 2019 Come along if: you care for someone 10.30-12 GMT living with Dementia; are a local care Leyland Civic Centre provider, a community organisation West Paddock Leyland PR25 1DH supporting people living with Dementia; a service or THE South Ribble Dementia and Action organisation interested in how you might Alliance, working with The South Ribble get more involved in supporting Partnership are pleased to welcome to customers/clients living with Dementia. Leyland Simon from ‘SongaMinuteMan’ Registration is FREE through - which took the internet by storm. www.eventbrite.co.uk or telephone The ‘SongaMinuteMan’ is the heart01772 421491 for more information. breaking poignant tale of vanishing family memories, a celebration of life and
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South Ribble Borough Council 01772 421491 Lancashire County Council 0300 123 6701 enquiries@lancashire.gov.uk Police in an emergency always dial 999, for non-emergency calls dial 101 Crimestoppers 0800 555 11 NHS non-emergency number 111 Environment Agency 08708 506 506 Samaritans 01772 822022
Community Café Leyland Methodist Church Every Wednesday
St Mary’s RC Church Broadfield Drive, Leyland NEW Mass times Saturdays 6pm Sundays 10am www.leylandstmarys.org.uk Walking Football for Over 55s Every Thursday 10-11am St Andrews Church Hall, Worden Lane, Leyland Keep fit, have fun!
Come along and enjoy food and drink and company among friends
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Sunday Afternoons 2.30– 4.30pm £2.50 Euxton Community Centre Keep fit mentally and physically. Make new friends, no partner needed. A beginners class, so new people welcome. For details ring Joan and John 01257 278400 JoanRSCDS@uwclub.net Suitable for adults and accompanied 11-18 yrs.
LEYLAND METHODIST CHURCH MESSY CHURCH 2nd Saturday every month Activities, stories, craft and a shared meal together for all ages/all the family
ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF THE HOLY APOSTLES
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Thyateira and Great Britain
403 Leyland Lane, Leyland, PR25 1TA HOLY LITURGY – SUNDAYS 10:30 am VESPERS - WEDNESDAYS 7:00 pm FOR LENTEN SERVICES please ring Services mainly in English SERVICE DETAILS - 07738 870750 HALL FOR HIRE - 07890208539
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