FY7 Fleetwood LINK Magazine October 2011

LINK FY7 12,000 COPIES

FRE

No.

WY

RE,

FLEETWOOD MAGAZINE

OCTOBER 2011

E CO

1M

AG

PY

AZI BL & F ACKP NE YLD OO L E

WWW.LINK-MAGAZINE.CO.UK

KIDZ 4 2 QUIDZ at Farmer Parr-A-Normal

ITS ALL GOING SOLAR SEE INSIDE

Lots of Clubs & Groups for Fleetwood Youth INSIDE Fleetwood Community Bonfire Night Sat 5th November Rossall Field Fleetwood Stock 175th Music Festival What’s On in FY7

-

FY7-YOUTH

SPECIAL WHATS ON for Fleetwood Teenagers Over 96,000 LINK-Magazines Distributed FREE each month in your area.

1

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

LOOKING for a NEW Bedroom, Kitchen or Office • Transform Your Home with a NEW Installation • Professional Design and Fitting Service • All Aspects of Bespoke Joinery • Installation Only Service Available

JemCraft also offer a Reface Don't Replace service for Kitchen and Bedroom Doors, worktops, appliances to give your home a fresh NEW LOOK!

Visit our showroom: Unit 2, Brookside Centre

Red Marsh Dr, Thornton FY5 4HD T: 01253 853664 W: www.jemcraft.co.uk FREE ESTIMATES - Testimonials available 2

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

3 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 3

LINK FY7 12,000 COPIES

FLEETWOOD MAGAZINE

OCTOBER 2011 Editors Letter Welcome to our OCTOBER edition of LINK-Magazine.

Really like this time of year as we start looking forward to Halloween and Bonfire Night in November, it’s still a magical time for communities to get out and explore traditions and enjoy great local events. Don’t forget have a happy Halloween and attend an organised event for Bonfire Night - Be Safe.

LINK-Magazine is the only FREE magazine that delivers to all of FY7 and will always be free. As LINK Magazine is supported by 100’s of local businesses, as LINK provides cost effective advertising and mass coverage with our 6 magazines.

LINK relies on local contact and communities to provide local information of interest, events and useful local stories we are happy to print most of this for free, so if you have something of interest that would be useful to FY7 readers then get in touch or email on the details below.

We are working on our November and December editions now so don’t forget to send us your details for Christmas and New Year events, to let people know what going on in advance. LINK will get the message out where other media can’t.

Congratulations LINK-Spotter Susan Atkinson of Blackpool who won our ‘Where am I?’ Competition. £50 is on its way to you.

GET IT COVERED, GET IN LINK! Many Thanks

Martin Gardner - Editor LINK-Magazine

01253 777545

info@link-magazine.co.uk www.link-magazine.co.uk

NO OTHER MAGAZINE PUTS 96K COPIES INTO WYRE, BLACKPOOL & FYLDE 4

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

October 2011

Halloween at Farmer Parrs 25% OFF at Bennetts Mike Sandersons Offers Solar Powered by E Dugdales MOT Offer & Winter Check Fleetwood Fireplaces Coastguard Tower Closes Where Am I ? Competition Tommy Youth Centre FY7 Youth Whats on Community Beat News What’s On Extra Fleetwood Churches Crossword & Puzzle Page Fleetwood GYM Updates What’s On in FY7 Fleetwood Museum News LINK CASH ADS Jokes & Fun Page FY7 Cricket Photos of Past Useful Numbers Classified Adverts

2 2 5 6 9 10 16 18 19 20/21 23 25 27 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 38/39

Copy Deadline 22nd October 2011 Publisher: MSG Media Ltd Editor: Martin Gardner Sales & Marketing: Martin Gardner, Shaun Hartley Artwork: In House Photography: In House & Cover: Fotoxcel EDITORIAL: 01253 777545 ADVERTISING: 01253 777545 EMAIL: info@link-magazine.co.uk WEB: www.link-magazine.co.uk Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. LINK-Magazine does not official endorse any advertising material included within this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

* YR ES E 5 TE

Have a good look at the...

E N FR ARA GU

October Spectacular DEALS!

Join our with interest savings club 5% per 100

IN ST

ORE N & for Delivery ToOW day!

NEW Discount range of TVs ALSO

& many more famous brands!

ALL

Come along & view the...

BIGGEST range of Discount Appliances in the area!

FREE Delivery

SAME DAYNEXT DAY DELIVERY

FREE Installation

†

pliance!

FREE Disposal ap

of your old

BUILT-IN? No problem! We even arrange your original door to be re-fitted.

Visit www.mikesandersonelectricals.com for one of the biggest ranges of Computers, Spares & Accessories in the UK.

When you work it all out...

YOU WON’T GET A BETTER DEAL!

Repairs to ALL large appliances - TVs, Computers, Laptops, New laptop & iPhone Screens fitted. Lowest Prices Quoted. www.mikesandersonelectricals.com

6

*On selected large screen TVs & appliances. † Except cooking appliances.

FY7 FY7FY7

Mention Mention LINKLINK- when when when contacting contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser. advertiser.To advertise call To advertise 01253 To advertise 777545 call • call •0800 0800 • 0800 970 970970 7687 7687 7687 5 LINK5 Mention

“

the fylde coast for over 70 years “ Serving...introducing solar power

SIGN UP BEFORE MARCH 2012 TO QUALIFY FOR THE HIGH GOVERNMENT BACKED 43.3P TARIFF Facts & Figures Example: Size of Installation 2.96kw Income from feed in tariff @43.3p/p/kwh

£1,376.00

Saving on home electricity bills

£308.00

How will Solar PV benefit me?

Total benefit first year

• Lower your energy bills and beat inflation

Total estimated benefit over 25 years*

£1,684.00

£34.409.00

• Government Backed introductory scheme

* Figures taken from the Governments Energy Saving Trust cash back calculator.

Overall figures will increase with national financial index and inflation on an annual basis

• Up to 70% free hot water (requires water storage) • Get PAID for EVERY unit of electricity generated • Reduce your carbon footprint • Increase the value of your property

• Energetic success driven team of local operatives • Multi talented team

• Income Tax Free

• A company that cares

• Up to 80% efficiency even in cloud cover

• Free advice, consultations & quotations • Delivering Excellence for over 70 years • All qualifications are held by our own operatives

“

• Works In direct or general daylight

“

• No gimmicks or empty promises

The public need peace of mind, they trust professionals, that’s why they trust us – Edward Dugdale, 1957.

E Dugdale Electrical & Plumbing Contractors

• Re Wires • New Consumer Control Units (Fuse Boards) • Extra Sockets, Extra Lights • Electrical Problems/Faults • Test and Inspection, Periodic Reports • 3 Phase Works • Heating and Ventilation Controls • Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T) • Central Heating Systems Serviced, Repaired & Installed • Boilers Serviced, Repaired, Replaced & Installed • Tap Repairs, Toilet Repairs, Leaks & Blockages • Solar Heating and Water Systems • Landlords Gas Safety Certificates • Complete Bathroom Installations • All Aspects of Gas Work, Domestic, Commercial & LPG

Tel 01253 852776 Email enquiries@edugdale.com 6

www.edugdale.com FY7 when contacting advertiser.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

Mention LINK-

16 Anchorsholme Lane East

Thor nton Cleveleys

FY5 3QL

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

7 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 7

8

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

9 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 9

HETAS

Approved

Opening Times: Mon - Fri: 9.30am - 5pm Sat: 10am - 4pm

• Forecourt Parking • Free Survey • Free Local Delivery • Expert fitting with over 25 years experience

Specialist in Coal Fires and Multi Fuel Stoves

Unit 1a Dock Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JW (on Wynsors car park)

Tel/Fax: 01253 870413 www.fleetwoodfireplacecentre.biz 10

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

11 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 11

sales service repair

01253 864290

don’t let the grass grow over your feet.

AM

RD STH

Full range of garden machinery in stock

OU

RN

ESS

NORCRO

WAY

S S L AN

FYLDE MOWERCARE & Fylde Discount Cycles A58 5

E FLEETWOOD

N

DE

email: stuart@fyldemowercare.co.uk www.fyldemowercare.co.uk

TO M

55

New Lane (off Fleetwood Road South) Thornton Cleveleys Lancs FY5 5NH

NEW LANE

Cycles for all the family!

Full range of cycles & accessories Sales - Service - Repairs - Accessories - Parts email: enquiry@fylde-discount-cycles.co.uk www.fylde-discount-cycles.co.uk

AJB Electrical Services

Qualified to 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations All work guaranteed

Quality Service and Advice Reliable and CRB Checked • Full or Partial Rewire • Sockets Moved or Replaced • Showers • Consumer Units • Landlords/Homeowners Inspection & Testing No Job Too Small

www.ajbelectricalservices.co.uk

Mobile 07789 259743 Landline 01253 860122 allan.baines2@sky.com

12

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

13 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 13

STORAGE/ WORKSHOP SPACE Yo u

it

!

Tel: Alison 01253 837990 or 07801 659947 Weeton/Singleton Area Email: info@countrystorage.co.uk

na me it , we can

re sto

 Caravan / Motorhome / Boat Storage - Indoor/Outdoor  Workshop Space / Small Business Units with Electric and Water  Self-Storage Units for Household Goods / Container Storage  Resident Owner - Family Business - CCTV - Singe Entry/Exit  Access 7 days a week / Private Road with Electric Security Gate  Units from 50 sq ft – 1000 sq ft  Discounted Van Hire

www.countrystorage.co.uk

14

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

15 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 15

Closure of the Coast Guard Station at Rossall Point On Sunday, 11th September, the old coast guard station at Rossall Point, logs off watch for the final time. Work is due to start on the new tower, which is part of Fleetwood’s regenerative programme, Seachange. The volunteers of the National Coastwatch Institute, the occupants of the old tower, will have to vacate the premises, due to health and safety concerns. Work is due to take 20 weeks. Wyre Borough Council did offer Coastwatch temporary premises at the Marine Hall, in Fleetwood. However, they weren’t suitable and it was decided to suspend operations, until the new tower is up and running.

Steve Martin, the Coastwatch Station Manager at Rossall Point said, ‘’ I wanted to keep going over the winter, but I decided we couldn’t provide an effective or professional service from the premises offered. As we move into the New Year, we’ll be starting a new training programme, at Fleetwood Nautical College, so if anyone wants to be part of this exciting new chapter at Rossall Point, then contact me through our web site, www.ncirossallpointfleetwood.co.uk.’’

16

The closure comes hot on the heels of the recent Coastwatch success with the Deferred Status Facility (DFS) Assessment. They were tested and passed fit to be integrated into the National Search and Rescue Organisation. This test has to be taken and passed every year to ensure the station conforms to the standard agreed by H.M. Coast Guard, National Coastwatch Institution and all other Search and Rescue partners.

John La Gette, Training Manager at Rossall Point said ‘‘It’s very important to achieve the DFS, as this not only gives credibility to our organisation, but recognises the dedication and professionalism of our volunteers. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our friends at Fleetwood Nautical College, who give up their time and expertise every Wednesday, to train our members.’’

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

17 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 17

WIN £50.00 WHERE AM I? COMPETITION

Where am I? Expanded to all areas including greater PRIZE! Can you guess where I am this month LINK-Spotters?

Congratulations!

Susan Atkinson, £50 on its way to you well done.

Last Month Answers Lytham Windmill, Lytham Memorial Park, Fleetwood Metropole Hotel, Blackpool

We had lots of entries last month, over 200+ See if you can spot where we are this month, answer below or enter online at www.link-magazine.co.uk If you have any local images email them through to us info@link-magazine.co.uk

3.

2.

1.

Where am I? Competition

Answer 1 ......................................................................................................

Answer 2 ......................................................................................................

Answer 3 ......................................................................................................

Name ..................................................Street Address .................................

Email ...................................................Tel ....................................................

SEND TO - LINK Magazine, 32 Rowntree Ave, Fleetwood FY7 7HE Closing date of this competition 20th of each month

Entries online: www.link-magazine.co.uk or info@link-magazine.co.uk, post or drop into 32 Rowntree Ave, Fleetwood FY7 7HE 18

FY7 contacting advertiser.

FY7whenwhen contacting advertiser.

Mention LINKMention LINK-

To advertise call • call 0800 970970 7687 To advertise 0800 7687

Tommy’s YMCA Lofthouse Building Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood www.fleetwoodcyp.org.uk Opening Hours: One year membership = £2.00 then 50 pence per night Monday & Wednesday: Seniors Year 7 and above 6:45pm – 9:30pm Tuesday & Thursday: Juniors Year 5 and above 5:45pm – 7:45pm Boxing sessions: Monday to Thursday Juniors 5:30pm – 6:30pm Seniors 6:30pm – 7:30pm (Requires additional Membership) The Fleetwood Club for Young People is a fresh new start for the old Fleetwood Gymnasium Club for Young People. Based in its new premises within the Lofthouse Building on London Street, the club has a whole host of new facilities: • Refuel Zone Coffee & Snack Bar – Serving hot and cold drinks with snacks • The Lounge – A place to kick-back, relax and catch some films • The Wooden Spoon Fitness Zone –With it’s International-size boxing ring • The John Cowell Zone – Our meeting room, that doubles up as a quieter activity room for arts and crafts • The Breakout – An area to escape the hustle and bustle of the main club, a place to edit some movie footage, catch up on some coursework or hold a small meeting • Activity Space – Whether it’s playing pool or table tennis, or even a few group games, this is the place to do it • The Kitchen – a fully equipped kitchen area for learning some skills or fuelling the Refuel Zone • Changing Rooms – Fully kitted out separate changing facilities for males and females, complete with showers and disabled access

Fleetwood Club for Young People goes from strength to strength.

The Fleetwood Club for Young people Tommy’s goes from strength to strength.

Jed Sullivan Club Leader said, “I believe this is the best Youth Club facility in the Fylde area with £300,000 worth of investment in it. The club is open four nights a week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for juniors and we average 40 per session. Mondays and Wednesdays are for seniors and we average 25 per session. In addition we have the boxing section which attends 5 nights a week and on average 15 attend.

Stewart Walker Chair of the Trustees said, “Jed is doing a great job with his team. The Club is a safe, affordable, interesting and exciting place to attend.

The benefits of the Club to the local community include keeping the youth of the streets, letting them have an enjoyable time, showing them respect for people and property, and developing their team working skills.

I believe the club plays its part in the reduction of anti social behavior in the area. Too often you hear the same cry that “there is nowhere for young people to go and nothing to do. Well Tommy’s proves that is not the case” The Club is looking for additional Trustees who will help guide the club forward over the next two to 5 years.

If you are interested or require more information please contact Stewart Walker, Chair of the Trustees on 01253 873165 or 07889 218141

We have introduced a wide range of activities on club nights which have been agreed with our members. We have also had several residential weekends in the Lake District involving a range of outdoor activities. During this summer we have run a “summer scheme” that has included days out to the Pleasure Beach and Blackpool Zoo. Our staff and volunteers are fully trained and very keen to make the club a success. We welcome new members.

The cost is 50p per session and £2 a year membership and we hope this makes it accessible to all.”

FY7FY7

when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

Mention LINKLINK- when 19 Mention

Photo left to right shows members on a residential weekend. Chelsea, Dallas, Kirsty, Laura, Savannah, Zoe, Megan, Jade and Rachel.

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 19

FLEETWOOD Activities & Groups for Young People 20

Air Cadets

Army Cadets

1301 (Fleetwood Squadron) Grange Road, Fleetwood FY7 8BH

Preston Street, Fleetwood Tel: 01772 717078 www.lancashirearmycadets.com

Time: 7-9.15pm Tues & Thurs Age: 13-17 yrs 6 months Turn up on the night

Time: Mon & Weds 7-9pm (turn up on Night) Age: (Year 8) 12-18 yrs 9 months Cost: Free 4-6 trial period followed by £10 enrolment fee (to cover insurance) and you will receive a free uniform Group run by Adult Volunteers

Sea Cadets

1st Fleetwood Scouts

Princes Way, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 8PG Tel: 01253 771866 Email fleetwoodseacadets@ btinternet.com http://units.ms-sc.org/fleetwood/ Default

Scout Hut, St. John’s Ave Fleetwood www.1stfleetwoodscoutgroup.org.uk

Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Fri Age: 10-18 yrs Fleetwood Sea Cadets are part of a nationwide voluntary uniformed youth organisation, open to all young people aged 12 to 18. The Marine Cadets is for young people aged 13 to 18 and has a Junior Sections open to those of 10 to 12 years of age. It is Britain’s most successful nautical organisation for the development of young people with Units run by enthusiastic adult volunteers.

1st Fleetwood Scout Group is open to both boys and girls and meets on Mon, Tues & Wed nights. Monday is Cub Scouts aged 8-10 years Section Leader Tracy Douglas, Tuesday is Beaver Scouts aged 6-8 Section Leader Julie Winterbottom and Scouts is Wednesday aged 10-14 years Section Leader is Clare May. Camping, Hiking, climbing, backwoods cooking, trips out, IT, DIY, to name just a few activities.

There are loads of badges and awards the children can work towards gaining, to suit all ages, interests and capabilities. We are always looking out for people to help in various ways, as leaders, Occasional helpers, fundraisers, maintenance & gardening help, committee members.

Contact: Belinda Armstrong Tel: 877818 Email: b.armstrong@btinternet.com

Milton Youth & Community Centre (Fleetwood Youth Club) Milton Youth & Community Centre, Blakiston Street, Fleetwood FY7 6QW Time: Tues, Thurs 7 - 9.30pm Fri 6 - 8.30pm Age: 13 yr -19yrs Fleetwood Youth Club has all the usual youth club activities like pool, table tennis, cooking, gaming and games including X Box. Bike clubs and much more. We also offer youth advice.

Contact: Brian Wood Email: Brian.Wood@lancashire.gov.uk Phone: 01253 775100 Activity Costs: Per session fee Cost for young people: £0.20

St. Peters & St. Davids Youth Club

Cafe 3one6 (Youth Cafe Night)

St. Davids Hall, Fleetwood

208 Lord Street, Fleetwood Tel: 873098

Time: Every Thursday 7-9pm Age: 8 -13 yrs Cost: £1 per child which includes a drink and packet of crisps.

Pick up service available from Chaucer school at 6.50pm (must ring Father John to arrange pick up 876176).

Activities include snooker, singing, table tennis, football, games, arts and crafts and trips out.

Time: 7 - 9pm Every other Friday Next one: 7th, 21st Ocober 4th, 18th Nov 2011 Hot free drinks

Emmanual Church Youth Club Coming soon... please call in Cafe 3one6 for details.

Mount Methodist & Trinity Methodist Time: Twice each month, Sunday Evening. Please ring 01253 874404 for more information.

Trinity Baptist Church 206 Poulton Road, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 7LB Time: Every Thursday evening school term time only, 5-6.30pm Age: 5-14 or early teens We have lots of activities on the Thursday, including football, crafts & cookery. In school holidays, trips out are arranged, and a holiday club is set-up during the last week.

For further information please contact Audrey Doyle on 01253 875618.

Youth Bus Martindale Park near to Chatsworth Avenue.

Time: Every Friday evening between 6pm and 8pm.

It has a wide range of activities for them to become involved with, DJ’ing equipment, large screen computer games etc.

If anyone knows of any other Youth Clubs in the local area that we have not mentioned please email the details to info@link-magazine.co.uk

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

21 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 21

LITTLE GREEN HOUSE

NOW CK IN STO by

Ba Natural ren’s & Child ts Produc site!

Natural Cleaning our Web Products, Laundry Care Visit & Baby Organic Products supplied by

Queen Bee Cleaning ORDERS BEFORE 3PM Y FOR SAME DAY DELIVER AFTER FOR NEXT DAY y FREE Local Deliver We accept all cards

Bio D Eucalyptus Disinfectant £2.59 (1Litre)

Clean & Natural Glasscleaner £1.20 (500ml)

Please visit our website for a full list of all products & prices

www.queenbeecleaning.co.uk Email: littlegreenhouse@live.co.uk

Mobile: 07591 441080

22

Mention LINK-

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

The kids are back at school, Hallowe’en is soon upon us and Christmas is only around the corner, where has the year gone?! This is a good time to remind you all about the community bonfire event arranged by the Rotary Club on the field opposite Rossall Hospital. This is scheduled for Saturday 5th November, gates open at 6pm, bonfire lighting at 6:45pm with the fireworks at 7:30pm.

This has proven to be a fantastic organised display and a great event to go along to with your families.

On a more serious note, your Neighbourhood Policing Team strive on to improve on our reductions across all crime categories and detect those offences that are committed. To do this we need your help, please report anything to the Police you think is suspicious, this gives us the best opportunity to respond at that time and prevent what may be the beginning of a crime being committed, thus helping us prevent someone becoming a victim.

We put a lot of time targeting known offenders and bringing them to justice and we do act on information supplied to us.

Theft of metal continues to be an area of concern. We have just entered into an Information Sharing Agreement with Foulds Metals of Siding Road. We pass up to date information to them about persons believed to be committing crime or known to be committing crime so those people are prevented from trading with the company. This initiative has worked well in the past to combat shoplifting, known locally as Shopwatch. I would also like to take this opportunity to urge you all to lock your bikes when leaving them unattended, lock them to something secure, eg street furniture and if possible, put them away in your garages and sheds at night.

As Hallowe’en is only around the corner, please ensure your children are supervised if you choose to go trick or treating. It is advisable to call at family and friends homes so not to cause unnecessary distress to the more vulnerable that live amongst us. The message is - have fun but not at the expense of someone else’s misery.

Finally, if you have any information or concerns, you can contact us at your PACT meetings, by phone on 01253 876611, via our Lancashire Constabulary website or if you prefer to remain anonymous, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. I am also available personally, at the Fleetwood Town Council meeting at The North Euston Hotel, usually the last Tuesday of each month, 25th October at 7pm.

September has seen the Youth Bus visiting Martindale Park near to Chatsworth Avenue each Friday evening between 6pm and 8pm.

It has a wide range of activities for them to become involved with, DJ’ing Thankyou equipment, large screen computer PS Dan Whitaker games etc. This is an exciting event

Magpies

Second Hand Goods Selling all things thinkable!

Furniture - White Goods - Electricals Homewares - Kitchenware - Baby Goods Clothes - Bric A Brac - Toys - Gifts Gold - Silver - Nic Nacs & much more We will buy your unwanted items for cash Cash for Gold/Silver Call for valuations or pop in to see us Items collected 7 Poulton Street, Fleetwood FY7 6LP

07791 141 698 info@magpiesfleetwood.co.uk www.magpiesfleetwood.co.uk

FY7FY7

for this area and local CBM, PC Ian Lester has worked hard to secure funding to allow it to be possible.

Community Beat

FY7 Beat

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

23 Mention

NEW TO “THE STAGE” Music, Drama and Dance

19 VICTORIA STREET, FLEETWOOD 01253 779746 or 07989 144423 MONDAYS 6.15pm til 8.30pm £7.50

HOW TO BECOME A STAR

PERFORMANCE & AUDITION TECHNIQUE WORKSHOPS aims to build confidence as well as provide performance skills actors, singers, standup comedians, presenters, dj’s There are two classes aged 10-16 years and 17 years upwards

THURSDAYS 7PM TIL 8.15PM £7.50 FILM & TV WORKSHOPS

uncover the short cuts of becoming a screen actor

FRIDAYS 5.30pm til 6.15pm THIGHS, BUMS AND TUMS

firmer buttocks, flatter tummies, leaner and slender hips

FRIDAYS 6.30pm til 7.15pm - PILATES

a body conditioning class to help improve your strength, flexibility and mobility

SATURDAYS 10.15am til 11am & 11am til 11.45am DRAMA CLASSES for 7-10 yrs & 10-15 yrs taught by an ex-professional actor/performer

Please phone Jill for more information ALSO AVAILABLE ONE TO ONE SINGING, DRUMS AND KEYBOARD TUITION

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 23

Do you know we have 2 function rooms?

Downstairs Capacity up to 200 people Upstairs capacity up to 80 people including disabled access

Fleetwood

Conservative Club

17 Lowther Road, Fleetwood, FY7 7AS

For Bookings Telephone

01253 874412

Available for Birthdays, weddings, christenings, wakes, conferences, meetings, darts tournament etc.

We also cater for darts tournaments 10 boards in situ Members Club and Members bar with 4 full size snooker tables, pool table and darts boards.

Membership just £10 per year.

Take advantage of our members bar, also bingo Friday & Sunday from 8.30pm

Imagine the look of happiness on your child’s or grandchild’s face when they receive their very own personalised letter from Father Christmas.

As well as a personalised letter, they will receive a Christmas card, certificate for being good throughout the year and a festive colouring-in scene. This is all delivered in a festive envelope just before Christmas.

ONLY

£4.99

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY. Please make your cheque/postal order payable to ‘Roxi Greetings’ and return this form to: Roxi Greetings, PO BOX 1232, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 2JW. Only £4.99 for each child’s letter pack.

Child’s full name: .....................................................................

Address:...................................................................................... .................................................................................................... ..........................................................Post Code: .......................

Second Child’s full name:............................................................

Address:...................................................................................... .................................................................................................... ..........................................................Post Code: .......................

Sender:.......................................................................................

Address ...................................................................................... ..........................................................Tel: ...................................

Please continue on a separate sheet & attach if required.

Ref: LINK011

ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 15th 2011.

Orders will be dispatched between 10-15th December.

24

FY7 FY7when whencontacting contactingadvertiser. advertiser.

Mention MentionLINKLINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687 To advertise call 0800 970 7687

Quality cleaning to suit your needs Discount available for OAPs

• Weekly • Fortnightly • Monthly Cleans • Move-in • Move-out • One-off cleans • Spring Cleaning • End of Tenancy • Caravans • Ironing • Shopping

CLEANING SERVICES For all your cleaning requirements. A friendly reliable cleaning service for domestic and business

Call Kim on 07519 432190/07768616344 or 01253 777973

Zumba with Beth The Mount Methodist Church, Mount Road, Fleetwood.

Tuesdays & Fridays 10.30am. Tel: 07594 658966 Fleetwood Spiritualist Church Fleetwood Spiritualist Church, 5, Oak St. Sundays 6.30 pm: Divine Service Mondays 7.30 pm: Spiritual Healing Tuesdays 7.30 pm: Open Circle Friday 14 October 7.30 PM GRAND OPEN CIRCLE Saturday 17 November 2pm Christmas Fair Stalls, raffles with many prizes and refreshments ALL WELCOME ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS WYRE: meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. 10am to 12.00 first Thursday of the month. Next meetings Oct 6th, Nov 3rd, Dec 1st. For further information please contact Alison or Sharon at the local Dementia/Alzheimers Office 01253 - 312893 Fleetwood Camera Club We warmly welcome anyone interested in traditional photography and digital imaging. We give advice on all aspects of photography. We hold internal competitions and take part in external ones too. Photographic Group alternate Wednesdays Travel Group - alternate Mondays.

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

Both groups meet at 7.30pm for a 7.45 start at the Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road. The cost for guests is £2 per session. Photographic Group - through slides, prints and digital images we learn about photography.

We would be really pleased if you would come and share your photography experiences with us.

12th October - Phil Hodson - Natural History Photography 26th October - Digital Forum - Transport Travel Group - through slides and digital photography we learn about and “visit” places all over the world. We’d be really pleased if you joined us on our “travels”.

10th October - Iceland, land of ice and snow 24th October - Italy, our Grand Tour Fylde Rotary Ramblers – Associated with The Ramblers’ Association. Enjoy the English countryside with Fylde Rotary Ramblers who welcome new members who wish to keep fit. Their next walk is on Sunday 16 October 2011 to Elterwater. There are various pick up points by coach in the Fylde area and spare seats are available. Three grades of walks are on offer and ‘refreshments’ are enjoyed at the end of the day. For more details please visit our website www. fylderotaryramblers.co.uk or phone: 01253 886181 or 07931487644.

What’s On Exrtra

Fleetwood Cancer Support Group This meeting is for anyone affected by any type of cancer. The group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the Euston Hotel Fleetwood FY7 6BN, between 6:30pm until 8:00pm. All welcome. For further details contact Rita Hewitt on Mobile: 07749 631661.

Fleetwood Lifelong Learning Our meetings are as follows: Monday 10th October: Jill Marr will speak on “The Titanic Part 1” Monday 24th. October: Alan Judd will speak on “Railways of the Jungfrau” Meetings begin at 2.00pm.in Fleetwood Library and there are refreshments. We would be delighted to see you at one or both of these meetings.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

25

26

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

Saturday 1 October – Mount Church, Mount Road – FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – Junior Singing competitions from 9.00am to Teatime.

Trinity Baptist Church, Poulton Road – FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – Junior Piano & Instrumental competitions from 9.00am to lunchtime.

St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street – FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – Junior piano competitions from 9.00am to teatime.

St. Mary’s School, London Street – FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – junior and adult speech and drama Competitions from 9.00am to early evening.

Although these are competitions, the performers would be greatly cheered to have audience support. A ticket only costs £2.00, and lets you into any venue during the day. It would be lovely to see some of you, and what a wealth of talent & ability you will be treated to.

Friday 7 October – St. Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Avenue South – COFFEE MORNING & BOOK SALE - 10.00am to 12.00noon. Come for a coffee, and browse through the lovely books and jigsaws that are on sale at very reasonable prices. Why not come a little earlier, to the Bible Reading and Prayers, led by the Reverend Virgil Tountas, at 9.45am.

Friday 7 October – Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – COFFEE MORNING – 10.30am to 12.00noon. Come along for refreshments, and, if you wish a period of quiet reflection, go into the Church, which will be open.

Saturday 8 October – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street – CLASSICAL PIANO RECITAL- 6.30pm. Another opportunity to listen to Brant Nuttall as he entertains us with his beautiful playing. Tickets £5.00.

Wednesday 19 October – United Reformed Church Hall, Dronsfield Road – COFFEE MORNING – 10.30am to 12.00noon. Entry is 50p to include refreshments. Why not come along, have a look at the bookstall, and the “bring & buy” stall, buy some raffle tickets, and spend some time searching through the wonders of the “New to You” shop – clothes, collectables and craft items galore. Everyone is very welcome.

Thursday 20 October – St. Nicholas Rooms, Broadway – COFFEE MORNING – 10.00am to 11.15am. A lovely place to meet up for a good brew and a chat. Come and see for yourself.

Thursday 20 October St Wulstan’s & St Edmund’s Parish Events: Bingo 7.00, Green Hut Sunday 22 October – Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – BREAKFAST AT TRINITY – 9.30am to 10.30am.

An hour just for those aged 5 to 12, full of activities – DVD, singing, listening to a story & lots more, as well as having a breakfast. So much is packed into that 1 hour – not to be missed!!

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

27 Mention

Friday 28 October – Trinity Baptist Church, Poulton Road – MONTHLY LUNCHEON – 12.00noon to 1.15pm. Come and enjoy a simple lunch with excellent fellowship, and, by your donation help support some very worthwhile causes, including the Seaman’s Mission. All are very welcome.

Sunday 30 October – St. David’s Church, Fleetwood Road/Larkholme Lane – CAUSEWAY WORSHIP – 3.00pm. A lovely afternoon of fun & worship for those with difficulties, and their carers, in a safe Christian environment, which is specifically planned for their needs.

DON’T FORGET Every Tuesday and Friday – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street – 9.30am to 3.00pm – COFFEE MORNING. A fabulous place to enjoy a coffee with a toasted teacake, very cheap at £1.20, and share in the camaraderie and banter, whilst taking in the beauty of the Church itself. You will always be assured of a very warm welcome. It’s only over the road from the market, easy to find.

Every Tuesday – St. David’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road/Larkholme Lane – BREAKING BREAD – 12.00noon. A chance to enjoy a beautiful meal, served to you by children from a local school, and great fellowship, all for £2.50.

How cheap is that!! You can come at 11.30 and enjoy a short Service In the Church first, or just come along for the meal. You will be very welcome.

Every Wednesday – St. Wulstan’s Green Hut, Poulton Road – WEDNESDAY CLUB – 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Come and enjoy a good “cuppa” in pleasant company, and, maybe, enjoy a game of “Bingo” too. Sounds good.

HALLS AVAILABLE FOR A PARTY OR EVENT

What’s On Fleetwood Churches Together

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN OCTOBER

Fleetwood Churches Together now have 4 of their Halls available to rent, at very reasonable prices.

If you need somewhere for such an event, please contact one of the 4 listed for more information.

Mount Methodist Church, Mount Road – contact 01253 771062 United Reformed Hall , Dronsfield Road – contact 01253 777451 or http://fleetwood.urc.org.uk St. Paul’s Hall, Warren Avenue South – contact Church Office on 01253 873118 St. David’s Hall, Larkholme Lane/Fleetwood Road – contact 01253 872363 or www.achurchnearyou. com/st.davidsfwd God Bless

27 To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 27

28

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

COFFEE BREAK CROSSWORD ACROSS 6. Source of sudden wealth (7) 7. Governs (5) 9. Start over (4) 10. Warranted (10) 11. Physiologically dependent (8) 13. Accumulate (6) 15. Gull-like bird (4) 17. A type of dog (5) 18. Otherwise (4) 19. It displays dinosaurs or paintings (6) 20. Porcupine (8) 23. A board mounted on wheels (10) 26. Whip (4) 27. Receded (5) 28. The sport of shooting arrows with a bow (7)

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

29 Mention

DOWN 1. Make drunk (10) 2. He fought in armor (6) 3. Indian music (4) 4. Planned in advance (8) 5. Dart (4) 6. You need this for a sandwich (5) 8. Long pins used to hold meat (7) 12. Bread (5) 14. From that time on (10) 16. A joint of a finger (7) 17. A stay-at-home (8) 21. Subtract (6) 22. Female internal reproductive organ (5) 24. Large brass instrument (4) 25. A Freudian stage (4)

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 29

Fleetwood Gym News

Soccer Saturdays - King Georges

children are having regular practise of essential skills relating to match play.

Fleetwood Gym Soccer Saturdays

A noticeable difference between the Saturday and This Football Club is Really Growing So Please Be After School programmes is that drills are often followed by a game, which involves the technique The Part Of This Success! practised together with a shooting drill. For example, heading in pairs would progress into heading The Sessions held on Saturday mornings for towards a goal to score. Without question, all children aged 5-10 years are especially useful children want to score and all parents want to see for parents who like to pay weekly rather than their child do the same. booking onto block courses. All sessions at King Georges run from 10.00 – 11.00am for Reception, Year 1, 2 and 3 and 11.15 – 12.15 for Year 4, 5, 6 and 7 and are priced at just £3.00.

After small-sided matches take place, a Penalty Shoot Out competition is held. This nurtures the child’s ability to deal with some minimal pressure whilst maintaining accurate technique. The winners of these competitions keep trophies for a week. Come and experience all this fantastic new stuff happening at Fleetwood Gym!

The focus of these sessions, are more fun and game play activities. The slightly slower rate of technique progression allows children to drop in and out of sessions without missing so large a chunk of their development structure. It also caters If you are interested in the please call Andy Wilfor children’s taste, for example match play and liams (Fleetwood Gym Schools and UEFA Coach goal scoring techniques are allotted more time, on 07525173142 Thanks thus making these sessions more Child centred.

These sessions still incorporate a number of core technique drills before matches, to ensure that

This year will be the best year yet – come along and support this annual fund raising event!

Each year The Marine Hall in Fleetwood plays host to the Fleetwoodstock Music Festival. So far over £12,000 has been raised for charities, good causes and community projects. Now in its 7th year, Fleetwoodstock Music Festival has enabled local musicians to perform ‘on the big stage’ and rub shoulders with established musicians and artists from around the UK. As each festival has come and gone different ways of formatting the weekend have been tried.

The winning formula has evolved into: - Friday 4th November (evening) - A blues night headlined by Matt Schofield. British Bluesman Matt Schofield is widely regarded as one of the most distinctive and innovative guitarists to have emerged on the world scene for several generations. He is rated in the top ten British blues guitarists of all time (Guitar & Bass Magazine) putting him in the company of such iconic names as Eric Clapton and Peter Green. Tickets £12 plus support bands.

- Saturday 5th November (evening) is time for international rock bands to take the stage. This year we see the return of the immensely popular melodic rock band Ten. This is currently their only 2011 UK performance. Gary Hughes,

30

Mention LINK-

John Halliwell and the rest of the band will make an official announcement to all their fans with regard to subsequent dates and future plans. Tickets £12 plus support bands.

- Sunday 6th November (afternoon) is an opportunity for local bands, of any age group or genre, to take to the stage. 10 local bands are scheduled to perform. All afternoon/evening ticket £5.

- Sunday 6th November (evening) showcases the very best local and established bands. Headline band is The Jeps. 8 other bands will be on stage during the evening. All afternoon/evening ticket £5.

Owing to the overwhelming response that we have had this year, from bands from all over the UK who want to play at Fleetwoodstock 2010, we have a full complement of musicians. The full line up can be found by visiting www.fleetwoodstock.info. Tickets are on sale now from www.marinehall.co.uk.

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

Visit Fleetwood, on the Esplanade, is open 7 days a week from 10.30am to 4.30pm Fleetwood Local Recycling Centre Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling needs. Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day www.lancswasteinfo.com

FLEETWOOD LIBRARY - Upcoming events taking place here at Lancashire County Council’s Fleetwood Library during October 2011. On the 4th and the 16th The Reading Group for reluctant readers meet from 2pm3pm. This group meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. On Monday 10th there will be a World Mental Health Information Stall run by the NHS from 1pm – 3pm.

Monday 10th from 3.45pm- 4.45pm The 12 up Teen reading group meets. On Tuesday 11th from 2.15pm – 3.15pm The Adult Reading Group meets and this month they are discussing ‘The First Casualty’ by Ben Elton. On Monday 17th 3.45pm – 4.45pm The Chatterbooks reading group for children aged 8 -11 years meets. Saturday 15th from midday to 1pm there will be a story time at McDonalds Freeport.

What’s On

FLEETWOOD TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH, NORTH EUSTON HOTEL 7pm The next 3 meetings are on 25th October, 29th November and 31st January.

Members of the public are welcome at all meetings.

Enquiries - 01253 773435

Fleetwood Market 2011 - 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. plus every Bank Holiday

We will also be holding our regular events: Mondays 10-11am and 11-12am and Tuesdays 10.3011.30am we have GO ON beginners computer courses.

Fleetwood Tide Times Subject to appointment please contact the Library for Daily updates www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html details on 01253 775800. Tuesdays there is a Work Club YMCA London Street from 10-12 which provides help and advice on CV writing Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm Step and Tone. Wednesdays and job applications. Wednesdays 10.30-11am Toddler 10am-11.30am dru Yoga, 2.30-4pm Ballroom Dancing Rhyme Time (for 18 months to 4 years approx). Thursdays Thursdays, 6-7pm Legs, Tums and Bums, Friday’s 6-8pm 2.15pm – 2.45pm we have Story Time (for pre-schoolers) age 9-13 transition Project free of charge, Saturday Fridays 11.30 – 12 we have Baby Bounce and Rhyme (for 10-12pm age 5-9 transition Project free of charge babies up to 18 months approx). Saturdays beginning All at the Lofthouse Building London Street 01253 the 1st we have a new FREE Board Games group starting 872320 Richard Molyneux up from 11am – 12am for children of all ages and their families. New members are welcome to join us at all Events at Chatsworth Library in October events. For more information please contact the Library on Monday 3rd The Lancashire Reading Trail - a new 01253 775800 reading challenge for 4-11 year olds. This ongoing challenge to read 50 books takes place throughout the Fleetwoodstock Music Festival 2011 year. Come and sign up to read around Lancashire. web: http://www.fleetwoodstock.info Tuesday 4th 2.15-3pm. PACT meeting. Come and email: info@fleetwoodstock.info will be with us on talk to Community Beat Manager Ian and PCSO Helen the 4/5/6th November I was hoping you could add it about concerns in the Chatsworth Area. Thursday 20th to your events page some time in the near future, all 2-3.30 Chatsworth Reading Group will be discussing The monies raised go to local charities.Venue is the Marine Behaviour of Moths by Poppy Adams. Tuesday 25th 11Hall Fleetwood Box Office 01253 887693. Friday Blues 12 The Whodunits Reading Group will be investigating 4th Matt Schofield/Snakewater/Shakers Blues/Glyn Thunder in the Skies by Elizabeth Peters.

Bailey. Saturday Rock 5th Gary Hughes Ten + support bands. Sunday Local Bands 6th Jeps + 16 more local.

Ongoing Events Friday night’s advanced ticket price is £12. Doors open Every Monday, GO ON from 1.30-3.00 an internet based at 6:30pm. Saturday night’s ticket price is £12. Doors computer course for beginners. The course is tutor open at 6:30pm. Sunday’s ‘All Day Ticket’ is £5. Doors supported with topics from using a mouse to searching open at 12:30pm. Every young person under 16 years for jobs online. To book a place contact the library Knit, of age,accompanied by an adult whom has paid the full Natter and Sew from 2-3pm. Bring any crafts and join in entry price, can enter the venue free of charge. If you wish the gossip! Refreshments will be provided. Every Tuesday to see all of the bands over the whole of the weekend, a Job Club 1.30-4.30 Need help creating a CV or improving full weekend ticket is only £20 and has to be purchased your interview techniques? A Tutor with the Adult College in advance. will be on hand to help. Every Thursday Morning 10.0011.00 A representative from Help Direct will be here Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre, Jobs and Skills Fair to offer help and support Unsure which department to Fleetwood Marine Hall on Wednesday 12th October 2011 contact for help? Ask Help Direct.10:30-11:00 Toddler between 11.00am and 3.00pm.

Rhyme Time. Songs, rhymes and stories for the under 5s Community Bonfire - Rotary Club and their carers. Every Friday, GO ON from 10.00-11.30 The field opposite Rossall Hospital. Saturday 5th an internet based computer course for beginners. The November, gates open at 6pm, bonfire lighting at 6:45pm course is tutor supported with topics from using a mouse with the fireworks at 7:30pm. to searching for jobs online. To book a place contact the library. Under Fives Storytime, 2.15-2.45pm. Half an hour Blackpool Victoria Hospital Walking Club of stories and an occasional rhyme. Details for all events Sunday 9th October. Jumbles. Pick ups St Annes – Blue are available from: Chatsworth Library, Chatsworth Ave, Anchor and points in-between. Children welcome ring Fleetwood email: chatsworth.library@lancashire.gov.uk Bob on 346384. Future walks: 13th November: Hurst tel: 01253 77160 Green, 11th December: A chance to Shop at and tour the Walls of Chester from only £8.00.

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

31 Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

31

Gary Warburton

Smart Car Service & Repair Specialist

Mercedes-Benz Specialist Approved Tracker Installer

Why Pay Main Dealer Prices?

All our work is carried out to manufacturerÕs specifications at competitive rates, including: Engine Management * ABS Warning Lights * Central Locking Servicing * Mechanical Repairs * Telematics Parking Sensors * Air Bags * Phone Kits Diesel Injector Repairs * Mud Flaps Fitted Air Conditioning * Re-gas & Service, etc

* Dealership Level Diagnostic Star Machine Used Unit 9 Fleetwood Car Centre Copse Road, Fleetwood FY7 6RP

01253 874756 mob: 07774 261 018

Fleetwood Museum News Folk Festival and Heritage weekends proved to be a great success with hundreds of visitors arriving to look at the displays. The Book Sales also helped to raise a considerable sum towards future Museum Projects. In the main Museum building, a stained glass window from the former Mayors Parlour has been restored and is now open to viewing.

On Thursday October 13th, the Museum will stage two events. In the afternoon, at 2pm. former journalist, David Pearce will talk about Growing Up In Dockland. The talk will be illustrated with images of Fleetwood in the ports heyday. Admission is free but early arrival is advisable.

In the evening of October 13th. The Museum Friends will hold a Wine and Cheese Evening starting at 7pm.

Entertainment for the evening will be provided by former Fleetwood singer/songwriter Howard Bond.

His music was featured in an excellent solo concert at the recent Fylde Folk Festival. The son of a former Mayor of Fleetwood and the last reigning Lancashire Cotton Queen, Howard is due to release a new album in November. Tickets for this event, priced £5 are now on sale at the Museum.

The museum is keen to contact any descendents of the boat and yacht designer, William Stoba, who at various times worked for Gibson’s and later Armours.

We are also keen to speak to any local retired shipwrights who have worked on Fleetwood based prawners and earlier fishing smacks. Please ring the Museum on 876621 if you are able to help.

Dick Gillingham

32

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

LINK-CASH ADS SELL THOSE UNWANTED ITEMS WITH OUR BRAND NEW SERVICE ENTRY EVERY MONTH Items under £250 - Private ads only Items over £250+ a £2.50* insertion inc Cars *Make cheque payable to Link Magazine

Only Coupon entries Valid We reserve right to edit or omit copy or advert

POST TO: CASH ADS, 32 ROWNTREE AVE FLEETWOOD FY7 7HE Start advert with item your selling, brief description, add phone number and price 20 words in BLOCK CAPITALS

NAME ......................................................................

ADDRESS ................................................................ .......................................TEL....................................

Mention LINKLINKwhen when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser. when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK33 Mention

Items under £250 FREE - Your ad appears in your link area

FY7FY7FY7

RED HIGH BACK COMPUTER CHAIR £10. SONY SILVER 28” TV & STAND BLACK SMOKED GLASS WITH FREEVIEW BOX £50 ONO TEL 07966526696 .........................................................................................

GAS COOKER 60CM DOUBLE OVEN GRILL GLASS DOORS GLASS TOP BLACK/GREY £400 INVOICE PRISTINE CONDITION USED ONE YEAR £100 TEL 07887 724389 .........................................................................................

STAINLESS STEEL GAS HOB £25 TEL 280181. 1.5 BOWL STAINLESS STEEL SINK PLUS CHROME TAP £30 TEL 280181 .........................................................................................

KITCHEN SINK SWAN NECK MIX TAP GREY MARBLE TOP AS NEW £25 TEL 867433 .........................................................................................

METAL ACTION SOFA BED 125CM WIDE LENGTH WHEN OPEN 190CM EX CON MAIN COLOUR BLUE £35 TEL 864383 .........................................................................................

LINK Cash Ad’s

MEMORY FOAM MATTRESS TOPPER FOR EX COND DOUBLE BED £25 TEL 878885 .........................................................................................

FACIAL SPA NEW IN BOX £7. FOOT SPA USED RARELY £7 TEL 878198 .........................................................................................

DOUBLE SOFA BED METALLIC SILVER EX COND £60 ONO TEL 873785 .........................................................................................

‘LINCAT’ PRO S-STEEL 5 LITRE FISH/CHIP FRYER GOOD CLEAN COND £20. FOUR PANASONIC WALL MOUNTED SPEAKERS EX COND £40 TEL 875302 .........................................................................................

CONSERVATORY FURNITURE INLCUDES SOFA TWO CHAIRS & GLASS TOPPED TABLE EXC COND BUYER TO COLLECT £125 TEL 857285 .........................................................................................

SILVER CROSS DOLLS PRAM SOFT BODY AS NEW £18 TEL 867699 .........................................................................................

CARL LEWIS RECUMBENT FITNESS CYCLE EMR 17A £50 TEL 777966 .........................................................................................

ELECTRIC SWEDISH STYLE MASSAGER WITH HEAT AS NEW COST £60 ACCEPT £20 ONO TEL 777357 .........................................................................................

BOY BIKE 9-10 YRS MIRRACO VGC £25. TRAD SIT UP & BEG LADIES BIKE ORG 1950’S RALEIGH NEW LEATHER SEAT NEEDS A LITTLE TLC £40. PINE WALL SHELVES 3’9”X3’9” WITH ORNATE CARVED CORNERS £25 TEL 873183 .........................................................................................

PINE SINGLE BED WITH SLAT BASE & HEADBOARD IN G/COND £15 TEL 862805 (EVENINGS) .........................................................................................

EMMALJUNGA PRAM LIKE NEW CARRYCOT & SEAT UNIT BRAND NEW RAINCOVER & MATCHING PRAMBAG BLACK MAINLY SOME CREAM POLKADOTS £200 TEL 07746532796 .........................................................................................

TRAVEL IRON USED ONCE £5. GARDEN LEAF BLOWER VAG £25 TEL 855980 .........................................................................................

B.BISSELL CARPET CLEANER NEW CON WITH ALL ATTACHMENTS USED ONLY TWICE COST £279 ACCEPT £150 TEL 863260 .........................................................................................

PINE MID SLEEPER WITH MATTRESS ALSO WARDROBE BEDSIDE TABLE & DRAWERS ALL GOOD COND CAN DELIVER LOCAL £100 TEL 822285 .........................................................................................

CHILD BRITAX CAR SEAT AGE 3-8 YRS HARDLY USED AS NEW COST £55 ACCEPT £20 TEL 862707 .........................................................................................

CONSERVATORY 2 SEATER SETTEE & CHAIR IN EX COND (BOUGHT AT DOBBIES) £75 TEL 823405 .........................................................................................

HEIN GERLICKE M/CYCLE JKT(M) V.G. COND £40 HEIN GERLICKE M/CYCLE TRS(M) V.G.COND £40 TEL 829952 .........................................................................................

BED MATTRESS FOLD-A-WAY TO WALLWARDROBE 6’-4”X4’ USED ONCE QUALITY PRODUCT COST £450 £160 ONO TEL 823017 .........................................................................................

OLYMPUS CROSS TRAINER EX COND HARDLY USED £75 OVNO TEL 07748 746299

advertise To advertise • call 0800 •970 0800 970 970 76877687 33 To To advertise callcall • 0800 7687

Fleetwood Jokes & Comments Sent In 34

As we SilverSurfers know, sometimes we have trouble with our computers. I had a problem yesterday, so I called Eric, the 11 year old next door, whose bedroom looks like Mission Control and asked him to come over. Eric clicked a couple of buttons and solved the problem. As he was walking away, I called after him, ‘So, what was wrong? He replied, ‘It was an ID ten T error.’ I didn’t want to appear stupid, but nonetheless enquired, ‘An, ID ten T error? What’s that? In case I need to fix it again.’ Eric grinned...’Haven’t you ever heard of an ID ten T error before ? ‘No,’ I replied.

‘Write it down,’ he said, ‘and I think you’ll figure it out.’

So I wrote down: ID10T DIFFERENT WAYS OF LOOKING AT THINGS Two guys were discussing popular family trends on sex, marriage, and Family values.

Bill said, ‘I didn’t sleep with my wife before we got married, did you?’

Larry replied, ‘I’m not sure, what was her maiden name?’

A little boy went up to his father and asked: ‘Dad, where did my Intelligence come from?’

The father replied. ‘Well, son, you must have got it from your mother, cause I still have mine.’

‘Mr. Clark, I have reviewed this case very carefully,’ the divorce Court Judge said, ‘And I’ve decided to give your wife $775 a week,’ ‘That’s very fair, your honor,’ the husband said. ‘And every now and then I’ll try to send her a few bucks myself.’

While shopping for vacation clothes, my husband and I passed a display of bathing suits. It had been at least ten years and twenty pounds since I had even considered buying a bathing suit, so I sought my husband’s advice. ‘What do you think?’ I asked.

‘Should I get a bikini or an all-in-one?’ ‘Better get a bikini,’ he replied. ‘You’d never get it all in one.’

He’s still in intensive care. .........................................................................................

The graveside service just barely finished, when there was massive clap of thunder, followed by a tremendous bolt of lightning, accompanied by even more thunder rumbling in the distance... The little old man looked at the pastor and calmly said, ‘Well, she’s there.’

A few funnies to put a smile on your face!

I’m in trouble with the wife. We were in bed naked and she asked what I would like to do most with her body.

Apparently “Identify it” wasn’t the right answer.

Why men shouldn’t be Agony aunts.

Dear Phil, I left home for work last week and after less than a mile my car stalled and wouldn’t start. I walked back to my house and found my husband in bed with our 19 year old babysitter. They announced that the affair had been going on for two years. Can you help me…I’m desperate.

Dear Reader, The most common cause of vehicles breaking down in the first mile is dirt in the fuel lines.

Hope this helps.

A doctor examining a woman who had been rushed Phil. to the Emergency Room, took the husband aside, and .......................................................................................... said, ‘I don’t like the looks of your wife at all.’

After both suffering from depression for a while, me ‘Me neither doc,’ said the husband. ‘But she’s a great and the wife were going to commit suicide yesterday. cook and really good with the kids.’

But strangely enough….once she killed herself I started to feel a lot better. So I thought…Sod it….soldier on.

An old man goes to the Wizard to ask him if he can ........................................................................................... remove a curse he has been living with for the last 40 I woke up this morning at 8 and could smell something years. The Wizard says, ‘Maybe, but you will have to was wrong. I got downstairs and found the wife face tell me the exact words that were used to put the curse down on the kitchen floor, not breathing! on you.’ The old man says without hesitation, ‘I now I panicked. I didn’t know what to do. Then I pronounce you man and wife.’ remembered Wetherspoons serve breakfast until 11.30. ..........................................................................................

A blonde calls Delta Airlines and asks, ‘Can you tell An Englishman, a Scotsman, a Norwegian, a Latvian, a me how long it’ll take to fly from San Francisco to New Turk, an Aussie, a Yank, an Egyptian, a Jap, a Mexican, York City?’ The agent replies, ‘Just a minute.’ a Spaniard, a Greek, a Russian, an Estonian, a German, ‘Thank you,’ the blonde says, and hangs up. an Italian, a Pole, a Lithuanian, a Swede, a Finn, an Israeli, a Romanian, a Bulgarian, a Serb, a Czech, a Moe: ‘My wife got me to believe in religion.’

Brazilian, a Canadian, an Argentinian, a Korean and Joe: ‘Really?’ a Swiss man walked into a pub. The bouncer says Moe: ‘Yeah. Until I married her I didn’t believe in Hell.’

“Sorry.. I can’t let you in without a Thai”. ...........................................................................................

A man is recovering from surgery when the Surgical Nurse appears and asks him how he is feeling.

You won’t here from me for a while anyway. Being ‘I’m O.K. But I didn’t like the four letter-word the doctor investigated for stealing swimming pool inflatables…… used in Surgery,’ he answered. ..I gotta lilo.

‘What did he say,’ asked the nurse.

‘Oops!’

FY7 when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

FY7

Mention LINKLINKMention

34

ToToadvertise advertisecall call• •0800 0800970 9707687 7687

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

35 Mention

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 35

Mike takes pictures of Stars from yesteryear Mike Brayshaw of Rydal Avenue recently came across some long-forgotten photographs in an album which evoked memories of a great day out he’d had at Fleetwood Cricket Club as a youngster.

That memorable day in 1957 saw Fleetwood Cricket Club play against an All Stars X1 in a charity match at their local ground. Stars of stage, screen and radio who were appearing in various shows in Blackpool at the time gladly fielded a team to take on the local cricketers and provided a unique chance for townsfolk from the port to see the celebrities up close and personal.

Mike hopes that his pictures, for which the celebrities posed happily enough he says though he was only a young lad with a Box Brownie camera, help bring back to readers pleasant memories of happy days gone by.

Pictured Picture 1: Al Read enjoys a cuppa at Fleetwood CC Picture 2: Clockwise from top are Pearl Carr and Teddy Johnson, Harry Secombe, Emile Ford and Tommy Steele.

Mike thought that other readers of a certain era might also like a glimpse of the Stars of yesteryear.

Appearing amongst the All Stars team were such greats as ‘Goon’ Harry Secombe and of ‘If I ruled the world’ fame.

Tommy Steele, star of Half a Sixpence and performer of such songs as ‘Singing the Blues’ and ‘Little White Bull’ also pulled on cricket whites for the celebrity side. Emile Ford, ‘what do you want make those eyes at me for?’ and ‘Slow Boat to China’ (remember singing along to those?) was there as was Pearl Carr and Teddy Johnson who were to go on to win the 1959 Eurovision Song Contest with ‘Sing Little Birdie.’ Radio comic Al Read the, ‘How tickled I am’ man also put in an appearance.

• Low cost appliance • Repair specialists (Free call out/Estimates (Same day service) • Hotpoint, Hoover Beko, Bosch etc • 3 Year guarantee on parts • Engineer within 3hrs • OAP 10% Discount • Washers, Ovens, Dryers etc

30% off any repair quote guaranteed 36

Fylde Repairs Tel: 595536 7am - 9pm 24/7 Repairs

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

HEALTH

HELPLINES

Al-Anon Family Groups - 020 7403 0888 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Alcoholic Anonymous - 0845 769 7555 Blackpool Fylde Wyre Samaritans

FY7FY7

Mention LINKLINK- when when contacting contacting advertiser. advertiser.

37 Mention

To add to this section email info@link-magazine.co.uk or call 01253 777545

Fleetwood Hospital - 01253 306 000 Blackpool Victoria Hospital - 01253 300 000 Rossall Hospital - 01253 300 000 Duty Chemist Sundays - Morrisons Cleveleys Group Practice - 01253 853992 NHS Direct (24hr Service) - 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Dental Enquiries - Fylde & Wyre 01253 306378 (24hr 7 days) Out of Hours Emergency - 01253 308105 Fleetwood Health Centre - 01253 771136

01253 622218 CHARITY Child Death Help Line - 0800 282 986 AGE UK Shops Child Line - 0800 1111 Fleetwood 45-47 Lord Street Connect Young People Centre - 01253 751047 - 01253 770557 Cruse Bereavement Help Line - 0844 477 9400 Christians Against Poverty Drugs Talk to Frank - 0800 776600 01253 875958 Fighting For Freedom with Anorexia Nervosa Help the Aged - 0808 800 6565 07985 673187 TRANSPORT www.blackpool4me.com/hopeforanorexia Blackpool Airport - 01253 343434 Help Direct - 0303 3331021 Manchester Airport - 0161 489 3000 Mental Health Help Line - 0500 639 000 UK Passport Advice - 0300 222 0000 Missing People - 0500 700 700 (24hr) Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams National Debt Line - 0808 808 4000 01253 473000 National Domestic Violence - 0808 2000 247 Coast Guard Services N.S.P.C.C Child Protection - 0808 800 5000 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Parent Line Plus - 0808 800 2222 Knott End Ferry - 01253 891000 Smoking Cessation - 0845 601 2186 Tourist Information - 01253 773953 Young Peoples Outreach Nurse (under 19) National Express - 0870 580 8080 Fylde - 07917 587133 Wyre - 07795 605336 National Rail - 08457 48 49 50 Bipolar Self Help Group Fleetwood 0845 Highways Agency - 0845 50 40 30 4238926 email: mdffleetwood@gmail.com Stagecoach - 01772 886633 Fylde Coast Womens Aid 01253 596699 OFFICIAL BODIES MOSAC - 01253 628598 Consumer Advice - 0845 04 05 06 LOCAL SERVICES www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Blackpool Council - 01253 477477 Fair Trading & Consumer Help Line www.blackpool.gov.uk 01253 478395 Wyre Borough Council - 01253 891000 Tax Credit Help Line - 0845 300 3900 Out of Hours - 01253 895116 www.hmrc.gov.uk www.wyrebc.gov.uk TV Licensing - 0844 800 6772 Regenda Housing - 0844 736 0066 Wyre District Citizens Advice Environment Agency - 0800 80 70 60 (24hr) 01253 308400 www.environment-agency.gov.uk R.S.P.C.A - 01253 873616 Neighbourhood Watch P.D.S.A - 01253 838585 www.neighbourhoodwatch.net

Useful Numbers

EMERGENCY

Fleetwood Police Station North Church Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6HN Tel - 01253 876611 (24hrs) Enquiry Desk Open 8am - 8pm NON EMERGENCY ONLY Call 999 in an EMERGENCY ONLY Fire, Police, Ambulance and Coastguard CRIME STOPPERS CALL: 0800 555 111 Fire Safety Advice & FREE Home Fire Safety Check - 0800 169 1125 Gas Leaks (24hr) - 0800 111 999 Electricity - 01772 555995 Water Burst/No Water - 0845 746 2200 United Utilities - 0800 195 4141 Emergency Heating Repairs (24hr) 0845 074 4002

To advertise To advertise call • call 0800 • 0800 970 970 76877687 37

Bispham

Foot Therapy Clinic

Donna Jerome Bsc (Hons) Podiatry MChS - H.P.C (State) Registered Chiropodist

Tel: 01253 595911 / 07914 724091 8a All Hallows Road, Bispham FY2 0AS Tel: 01253 735728 www.bisphamfoottherapy.co.uk Look for us on Facebook

IF YOUR READING THIS SO ARE YOUR CUSTOMERS? BOOK THIS SPACE BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES TEL: 777545

For Garage Doors with a 10 year guarantee it’s as easy as ABC. Expertly fitted by established local family business you can trust!

- Lancashire Garage Door Installation specialist.

FREE Estimate and 5% off with LINK-MAG • Garage Door Installation & Repairs • Electric Roller, Sectional & Up and Over Doors • Insurance Work • Remote control operated doors • Yearly Garage Door Service • Broken Wire Repair Service

Call Philip to book a visit to your property Telephone: 01253 864708 Philip: 07976 207 445 www.abcgaragedoors.co.uk

38

Mention LINK-

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

LINK-CLASSIFIED ADS

£20 A MONTH OR £50 THREE MONTHS 12k COPIES A MONTH OR 12 MONTHS FOR JUST £150 (subject to vat)

IF YOUR READING THIS SO ARE YOUR CUSTOMERS? BOOK THIS SPACE BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES TEL: 777545

LINK-CLASSIFIED ADS Mention LINK-

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

£20 A MONTH OR £50 THREE MONTHS 12k COPIES A MONTH OR 12 MONTHS FOR JUST £150 (subject to vat)

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687

39

40

FY7 when contacting advertiser.

Mention LINK-

To advertise call • 0800 970 7687