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Lambs & chicks!

Museum, Pottery, Shows, Pony & Tractor Rides (on everyday over the Easter Holidays)

Open 10am - 5pm Farmer Parr’s Animal World Rossall Lane, Fleetwood, FY7 8JP Tel. 01253 874389 or 01253 770484

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Join in the fun at Blackpool Model Village & Gardens where you can enjoy a world of miniature.

Wander through over two acres of beautiful gardens and explore this fascinating miniature village with its enchanting inhabitants going about their daily lives.

The handcrafted models are tactfully woven into the beautiful gardens, all of which are fully accessible via hard surface pathways, with plenty of seating available for you to just sit, rest and admire the scenery. We are fully accessible to the disabled too.

There is also a large car park and coach parking.

New for 2012

Anita’s Ice Cream Parlour Serving Wallings real dairy ice cream and traditional sweets.

Find out more and plan you visit at www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com

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Group discounts are available on request and special discounts for Disabled groups and their carers.

Open every day at 10.00am until dusk, from the 31st March until the 4th November 2012.

Offer

Easter Bunny Hunt From: Saturday 31st March to Sunday 15th April Our annual Easter Bunny Hunt Find all the Easter Bunnies hidden in the village.

Every one that takes part gets an Easter Egg. Yes, even Big Children! Runs daily. £1.00 off all Adult Tickets or £2 off a Family Ticket with this voucher only.

Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Valid throughout April 2012.

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APRIL 2012

Hello and welcome to the April edition of LINK-Magazine.

Spring is in the air; lambs are happily knocking about the countryside, the daffodils are sprouting their majestic yellow flowers, and it looks like the sun is finally starting to shine. Let’s hope it continues for what is certain to be a fantastic Easter weekend!

There’s lots of offers inside this month’s issue to help you enjoy it too, including for Blackpool Model Village and Farmer Parr’s Animal World.

There’s also big St George’s Day celebrations going on towards April 23 in different areas of the Fylde – check out our FY8 edition online for a huge bash.

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April 2012

10% Off Mad About Chicken Farmer Parrs Easter Weekend Fish & Chips Offer Easter Bunny Hunt BMV Gerrards NEW Gallery Cafe Thirst Events Feature Steve Lynn Builder Feature Where Am I? WIN £50 Lytham Windows Feature Windmill Crafts Feature Knott End Hardware Feature Discount Domestic Heating Visit Poulton Postcard Kim Harrison Hair Feature Whats On in FY6 LINK Cash Ads James Jacksons MOT Feature Useful Telephone Numbers Classified Trades & Services

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And don’t forget Her Majesty’s birthday on Saturday April 21 – another (or any!) excuse for celebration!

We’ve had over 300 entries (and counting) to WIN TWO FREE tickets to watch McFly and The Wanted at Blackpool’s Festival Headline event. We’ll announce the result and the winner in our May issue.

Congratulations to the winners of last month’s competitions. Paul Heelis won our Where Am I? competition, so well done - £50 is on its way to you! Also, Mr J Rourke won the James Jackson WIN Your MOT draw. A pat on the back to you both!

Don’t forget, LINK-Magazine also offers competitive leaflet print and distribution for up to 96,000 homes and businesses across the Fylde Coast, as well as offering FREE What’s On listings for most local events.

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GERRARDS ANTIQUES AND JEWELLERY CENTRE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF THE

“GALLERY CAFE”

Where visitors to the centre will have the opportunity to buy refreshments, ranging from a cup of coffee or tea with a choice of fresh made sandwiches,bowl of home made soup and roll, a range of scrumptious cream cakes and much more.

After browsing the glass cabinets and stands, crammed with antiques, collectables and superb jewellery items at excellent prices! A great place to buy that “special present”, or something interesting to add to your collection.

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AN INVITATION TO LOCAL, FYLDE ARTISTS. To display their work for sale, at the “Gallery Cafe”, FREE OF CHARGE! With a nominal percentage commission for each item sold.

If interested, please telephone 01253 725476 or call in at Gerrards Auction Rooms reception, on St Georges Road (opposite Sainsbury’s store), St Annes.

We Look Forward To Hearing From You!

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Mobile Bars & Outside Catering Thirst Events is an innovative company formed by four friends with long established careers within the catering and hospitality industry.

The four founded the company on an agreed understanding; that it would be based on the belief that their customers’ needs are of the greatest importance. The entire team is committed to meeting those needs and, as a result, a high percentage of their custom comes from repeat business and referrals.

Their aim is to offer a professional approach when creating an event to remember. It is the flexibility, imagination, and dedication they offer to each individual client that has made them so highly respected within their line of work.

Thirst Event is equipped to deal with any size party and all types of events, from a family barbeque to the most glamorous wedding, corporate event or village festival.

www.thirstevents.co.uk Friendly, approachable staff are available to assist you throughout your event, which may include services such as a hog roast machine, large BBQ, mobile bars, licensing applications, fridge hire, drinks dispensing equipment, glassware, and options such as all exclusive, guest pay, and part pay bars.

The hog roast machine is a self-contained unit and can be served indoors or outdoors, and the hog can be carved in front of your guests, with the aroma and display superbly complementing the atmosphere.

As well as offering the finest food, prepared by head chef Bob Swarbrick, who has over 20 years’ experience, Thirst Events can provide branded drink selections and also specialise in real ale from local suppliers and breweries.

Thirst Events realise that your special day may be one of the most important times of your life, so the utmost attention is paid to every enquiry to ensure all your requirements are met – helping you plan a day that you will never forget.

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STEVE LYNN

Building Contractors Ltd Steve Lynn Builders is your local extension specialist with over 20 years of experience.

We have a team of time-served expert tradesmen, capable of all general domestic and commercial building work from small domestic jobs to large commercial contracts.

Quality is key where all our work is concerned.

Therefore, we leave nothing to chance, instead focussing entirely on achieving perfection in all that we do.

We understand that good communication with our customers is paramount, which is why we always achieve the exact objectives of all our clients.

Much of our work is carried out across our local areas of Poulton-le-Fylde and Thornton Cleveleys.

However, we are happy to attend anywhere across Lancashire to provide a no-obligation quote.

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www.stevelynn.com a member of the respected Federation of Master Builders, a reflection of our dedication to industry integrity.

Although more than competent in all areas of building, our speciality area is extension work. And thanks to our vast experience we are able to provide a start to finish service.

We have long standing partnerships with a number of well respected architects, and, as we have been building high-specification extensions for over two decades, an in-depth knowledge of local planning directions and policies, so we can advise you on all aspects on the job.

In essence, we can assist you with design, give guidance on planning, and implement the highest quality of building work, combining both traditional skill and contemporary design.

So if you’re considering an extension to add value to your home or to give some much-needed extra room, look no further than Steve Lynn Builders – your local extension specialist.

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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?

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We had lots of entries last month, over 300+ again ;-)

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See if you can spot where we are this month, answer below or enter online at www.link-magazine.co.uk

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Last Month Answers Cleveleys Promenade Fleetwood Museum Tower Festival Headland, Blackpool

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Lytham Window Company

t: 01253 762 811 web:www.lythamwindowco.co.uk Established in the 1980s by Dave Fletcher and joined shortly after by co-director Mark Hegarty, Lytham Windows is now moving into its fourth decade of trading, and is the longest established manufacturing UPVC company on the Fylde Coast.

From humble beginnings to the purpose-built premises on Preston New Road, the company has come a long way, and over 100,000 retail, trade and commercial customers are testimony to its high standards of workmanship, service and quality.

Managing Director Dave Fletcher said: “It’s fantastic the way our customers keep coming back to us time after time, and now, because we have been trading for so long, we are doing installations for our original customers’ grown-up children!”

The prestige showroom has state of the art orangeries, doors, conservatories, and windows on display, all made to the highest standards in the on-site factory that can now make over 500 frames a week.

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What has kept Lytham Windows the market leader all these years? “The customer is the most important person in the world,” Dave explained. “I insist on the highest standards of workmanship and professionalism from my staff, so customers know that each installation will be carried out cleanly and efficiently.

“There is no high-pressure selling here, all quotes are put in writing so the customer can decide at their leisure, and each job carries a no-quibble 15-year guarantee along with a ten-year insurance-backed guarantee.

“We are also a FENSA-registered company, which means that every installation is registered and certified as meeting as building regulations.”

Competitive pricing and up-to-date computer technology, together with years of experience explain the company’s ever-growing popularity. And it is a well-known fact that consumers buy from people they like, so with the staff turnover at Lytham Windows so low, the same friendly faces greet customers time and time again.

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We are one of the largest specialist cake companies in Lancashire. We pride ourselves in the quality and service we offer to our customers. At Cake Creations our aim is to design and create a cake especially for you and your party.

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We have a large range of sugarcraft products for you to choose from. Offering a large range of sugar flowers, ribbon, icing, decorations and lots more.

We can create any cake you like from simple birthday cakes to the most elaborate wedding cakes on display in the shop. Hundreds of ideas can be viewed on our website.

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We stock lots of items such as confetti, tableware, for you to decorate your party such as balloons, giftwrap, bags, party poppers, serviettes, pinatas and much more!

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BALLOONS CAKES We offer a huge range of balloons for all occasions. We can offer balloon bouquets for collection or can provide fully qualified balloon decorators to design and decorate your venue or party.

161 Blackpool Old Road Poulton Le Fylde Lancashire FY6 7RS OPENING TIMES: Tue - Sat 09.30 - 17.00

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WYRE SOLAR SOLUTIONS LTD

A new renewable energy company based in Wyre Partner company to K. J. Norris Electrical Ltd, a long-established Over Wyre business

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✔ Cut your electricity bills ✔ Get paid for the electricity you generate ✔ Sell your electricity back to the grid ✔ Cut your carbon footprint ✔ Solar energy is a green, renewable energy and doesn’t release harmful Carbon Dioxide ✔ Increase the market value of your property ✔ A friendly service by fully qualified, experienced and reliable local electricians ✔ Work that is carried out to NICEIC standards ✔ 10 YEARS Warranty ✔ No sales gimmicks ✔ No hidden costs, ✔ No catches - what you see is what you get

For further information contact Keith Norris on 07710 321 803 Darren Norris on 07803 256 129 landline 01253 811691 Email wyre.solar@hotmail.co.uk Visit www.wyresolarsolutions.co.uk

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EK Build

Quality Home Improvements Joinery, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Damp Course & Damp Proofing, Dry Lining, Plumbing, Plastering, Facias, Upvc Windows & Doors, Guttering & Roof Repairs, Complete Makeovers & Refurbishments

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THE CONIFERS NURSING HOME

The moment that you enter the Conifers you will become aware of the happy, relaxed atmosphere and tastefully decorated surrounding enabling us to provide care services for continuing care, Nursing, Residential and Dementia care or long term respite basis. Our home offers Day Care providing stimulating activities customised to suit each individual.

Please contact us to discuss your needs or to arrange a visit.

• Luxury purpose built 47 bedded Nursing Home • Exceptional standards of care provided by long serving qualified nurses and ‘Q’ trained care assistants • Secure well maintained garden • Excellent rated home by the Care Quality Commission • Modern therapeutic multi-sensory room and stimulating activities provided.

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Windmill Craft Centre

Marsh Mill Village Thornton FY5 4JZ

Quality Knitting Yarns, Cross-stitch, Crochet, Tapestry, Haberdashery

Card Making, Scrapbooking, Art & Craft Supplies, Jewellery & Beading

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WINDMILL KNIT ‘N’ STITCH We are proud to announce Windmill Craft Centre has been voted the Craft Retailer of the Year for the third time running. To win this prestigious award is a fantastic achievement of which we’re very proud.

This is our 10th year of trading and we’re delighted that our loyal customers voted for us (it’s the customers that nominate and vote for the traders in these awards).

Windmill Knit n Stitch was awarded the Runner-up Retailer of the Year award for both the Knitting and the Stitching categories. This is really inspiring, as we have only just celebrated our first year of trading.

The customers obviously like what we sell and the fact that we’re open every day helps too.

Tel. 01253 865866 or 822922

In both the shops we have a wide range of products to suit all budgets. If a customer wants something that we don’t have in stock we do our very best to get it for them. We’re always happy to give help and advice as well as running craft workshops.

www.windmillcraftcentre.co.uk

Call in to: Marsh Mill Villlage, Thornton FY5 4JZ

Regular Workshops & Demonstrations ask for details

Open Mon-Sat Homestead Farm, Fen Road, Carleton Rode 10am-5pm Sunday info@windmillcraftcentre.co.uk 11am-4pm

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KNOTT END

10 Wyre View, Knott End-on-Sea

Tel: 01253 811703

Hardware & Electrical Store A traditional hardware store, we have been established since the early 1900s and have served the local and surrounding community with a wide range of hardware, and basic and specialist cleaning care ranges,” says present owner Mark, who, as most of you know has been associated with the shop for ten years.

At first he was employed as what he calls a “compost shifter,” as that’s what he seemed to spend his entire day doing! But after gradually taking on more and more responsibility, Mark jumped at the chance to buy the business he had grown to love.

knows you can’t fit a pint in a half pint pot, although I do try my very hardest to!”

As times change people need more choice, and Mark now stocks a variety of electrical products, such as kettles, toasters, irons, heaters, and - for the more exotic - smoothie makers, crock-pots, and slow cookers. He also stock radios and telephones, and a wide range of TVs and microwaves are available too, so feel free to call and ask about any item you have a fancy for. Mark will do his best to try and meet your needs at a price that suits you.

Unfortunately, in a spell of misfortune, catastrophe struck on New Year’s Eve, when a terrible flood caused damage and heartbreak. But Mark is determined to get the shop back firing on all cylinders this year, and like a phoenix rising from the ashes, will be just as good if not better than its old self.

Plus! Mark now has an extensive new garden range of seeds and fertilizers, plus ornaments and pots to enhance all gardens. “Come and check my special offers and our buy-one-get-one-free ranges. Our famous Mr Singleton’s top quality garden compost has now arrived, which we will deliver for free if required,” Mark said.

Mark said: “I really appreciate all the support you have given me through this difficult period, and I want to thank you for your patience whilst waiting for goods I’ve had to order especially for you. But as everyone

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The ‘In Bloom’ team at Poulton are also working hard to bring another annual display of magnificence to the town again this year, as the place is transformed into a glorious sea of colour – and how pretty it looks too!

news, cricket fixture lists and beer festivals! A lovely email came from an elderly couple who live in Canada and come to Poulton every year on holiday and plan to move here – they think it’s a fabulous place and there’s nothing like it at their side of the world!

If you’ve got anything to tell us just email jane@ visitPoulton-le-Fylde.co.uk or ring 07932 143431.

We’re always on the look out for your news and stories and in the last few weeks we’ve shared drama groups, school

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Poulton Partnership have got summer on their minds and are starting to gear up for the big annual event for the town – Poulton Gala.

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• Community PACT meeting Held first Tuesday of every month, between 5.30pm - 6.30pm at Poulton Library on Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-le-Fylde • Lancashire Secular Humanists [L.S.H.] A group for free-thinking individuals living lives informed by Logic, Science & Humanity.

Great Eccleston Village Centre PR3 0YB at 7.30pm on 3rd Wednesday of each calendar month. For details visit www.lancshumanism. org.uk or contact Ian Abbott [Chairman] 01253 812308 • Self Help Group We meet at 7pm every Sunday at Poulton Methodist Church, Queensway, PoultonLe-Fylde and welcome anyone in recovery from all forms of addiction, or suffering from grief, depression or anxiety. More info; 07740 707029 • Poulton Art Club The club supports the Poulton Gala every year by way of an open day and Exhibition.

We meet Monday evenings from 7pm until 9.30pm In the WRVS room, Queensway Poulton.

• Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society (Fylde branch) We meet every second Wednesday of every month in St Martin and St Hilda Church Hall, Fleetwood Road S, Carleton, Poulton le Fylde at 7.30 p.m. Annual General Meeting contact 01253 858058 or www.lfhhs.org.uk also fylde@lfhhs.org.uk • Poulton Lifelong Learning Group This is a group for retired or semi retired over 55’s. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at the Poulton Community Centre from 1.30pm to 4pm.

We enjoy a varied program at our friendly meetings with speakers, slide shows, musical events, games, quizzes, etc. and there are also special interest sub groups which meet throughout each month. Our Annual Subscription is £15, and we pay £1 (which includes tea/coffee and excellent biscuits) each time we attend. If you would like to know more, then contact the Assistant Secretary on 882224. You are assured of a warm welcome.

• Stepping Stones Supported by Trinity Hospice. We meet in Poulton Methodist Church lounge, Queensway, Poulton-le-Fylde, from 2pm to 3pm on the first Monday of every month including Bank Holidays. We are a friendly and non-religious bereavement support group where you can meet others in a similar situation to yourself. Come and join us for a

cup of tea/coffee and a chat. Tel: 892229 • Poulton Library Regular Weekly Events: Every Monday and Friday - Baby Bounce and Rhyme from 10am - 10.30am Every Tuesday - Story Time from 2.15pm 2.45pm Every Thursday - Toddler Rhyme Time from 10am - 10.30am Every Friday – Job Club from 9.30 – 11.30 please ring 01253 888900 for details PLUS Tuesday - 17th Teenage Reading Group (age 11 up) from 3.45pm – 4.45pm Thursday – 26th Chatterbooks from 3.454.45 Friday – 13th & 27th - Knit and Craft group (Natter) from 1.30pm – 3.15pm Friday - 20th Games Club from 3.45 – 4.45pm. Suitable for 6-15 year olds Extra events:Wednesday 4th April Titanic Nigel Hampson Curator of the Titanic Museum, Colne will explode some of the myths surrounding this ill-fated ship in his fascinating illustrated talk featuring original artefacts. Memorabilia for sale on the night.

A not-to-be-missed event.Tickets £1 including light refreshments. Doors open 6.30pm talk starts at 7pm. Booking is recommended Thursday 12th April “Twit T’Woo and event 4 U”Drop in between 1.30 and 3.30 pm. and meet Cal from Turbarry Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary and some of her feathered friends. Free event suitable for adults and children. No booking required.

For more information about any of the above please telephone: 01253 888900 or ask in the library.

• Poulton Thursday Ladies Circle Come and join our society and enjoy interesting speakers, outings, and good company. United Reformed Church, Queensway, Poulton. For further Information Tel 01253 395026.

• PETITION RE AIR AMBULANCE FUEL DUTY Hi, Please may I bring to your attention a petition to encourage the Government to exempt Air Ambulance services from duty on the fuel they use, in the same way as the Lifeboats (RNLI) are exempt. Thank you for your support for this magnificent volunteer funded service.Please pass on to all of your UK friends. http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk petitions/29349

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• Carboot Sale Every Sunday at Singleton Village Hall Lodge Lane, Poulton Le Fylde. Hot food and drinks available all welcome. To book tel: 07881483056.

• Indoor table tops Hambleton Village Hall 22nd April. 10am-2pm.

Phone Adele on 01253 701379 to book a table or come along and grab a bargain. Refreshments available. £1 entry to include a free tea or coffee.

• Entertainment for All Tea dance at the Claremont First Steps Community Centre, Dickson road is at 2pm on Tuesday April 3rd cost £3 inc refreshments and the next afternoon concert at Layton Institute is at 2pm on Wednesday April 4th. This months artists are Bob Moore, Great all round entertainer.

Classic Sound, terrific vocal due and Julia Lloyd top female vocalist. Cost £2 • National Blood Service Donation Wednesday 4th April. 2pm - 4pm & 5pm 7.30pm. Great Hall at Mains, 86A Mains Lane, Little Singleton FY6 7LE. Wednesday 18th April. 2pm - 4pm & 5pm 7.30pm. Great Hall at Mains, 86A Mains Lane, Little Singleton FY6 7LE. • Wyre in Bloom Hambleton - Best Kept Village The Bob Williamson Park is looking very cared for, we have four new benches dotted around the park, the trees have been pruned by Bob Webb and his team of helpers from the Pay Back community. Bob has planted 300 bulbs under the trees and the daffodils are in bloom. One of the ponds is being cleaned and the overhanging vegetation cleared, the ground will be tidied up to make way for new shrubs. The children’s play park will be overhauled and new equipment installed.

Friday 30th March – Litter Pick Meet 10.30 am at the Shovels Inn car park. Picks and bags provided, please come along and help to keep Hambleton free of litter. We have a drink, meal and a natter at 12 noon back at the shovels, all made very welcome. e.mail beryl.walkinwyre@talktalk.net Beryl Hartley [01253] 700066

Poulton Trefoil Guild - are a group of ex-guides, guiders & anyone interested in guiding. We meet on 1st Tues in each month for talks, demos and craft events at the Guide Centre, Station Road, Poulton at 7.45pm. All welcome please ring Ann Martin on 895397.

• Poulton Historic and Civic Society Meeting Friday, 13 April 2012 at 7.30pm St Martin and St Hilda’s Church Hall, Castle Gardens, Fleetwood Road, Carleton.

Speaker: Peter Shakeshaft. Topic: Lytham Priory - Some Aspects of its History. Visitors are cordially invited to attend the meeting.

• Fundraiser for Testicular and Prostate Cancer Tuesday 24th April, 7pm at Level 13 Hair Salon, 13 Lower Green, Poulton-le-Fylde. Free hair cuts for gents for a donation between 9am and 5pm. 6.30pm-8.30pm big prize raffle, prizes inc ride in a Ferrari, VIP booth in resistance, signed Blackpool football, 2 tickets for fleetwood match and many more. Bottle tombola.Tel Natalie on: 01253 886669 • Meditation drop-in classes Poulton-Le-Fylde Childrens Centre, Arundel Drive, Carleton Tues Eve 7:00-8:30pm £5 per class.

• Fylde Scottish Country Dancing Society Celebrating our 50th Year on the Fylde. Weekly Class - each Wednesday until 23rd May at Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorland Avenue, Carleton. No partner required. Contact Ann on 829114.

• Dementia & Alzheimers Support Group OVER-WYRE. We meet once a month at Stalmine Village Hall on the last Thursday in the month 1-3pm. Next meetings 29th March, 26th April, 31st May, 28th June.

• Wyre U3A A University of the Third Age, U3A, is a learning co-operative of people who are semi or completely retired. Members share educational, creative and leisure activities. Activities are run by members for members. Local U3As offer a combination of opportunities to study, create and socialise. The Group as a whole meets monthly, on the 2nd Thurs of each month, at 2.00pm in Thornton Little Theatre. For more info contact Peter Rawcliffe on 862495.

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CENTRAL GARAGE LTD James started his career in the RAF, where he trained as a motor mechanic. On leaving the RAF, he bought his first garage on Station Road in Poulton in 1993. He steadily built up his business and then expanded into larger premises, when he moved to Fleetwood in 2002 by buying Central Garage on Albany Road.

He has built a team of thirteen dedicated people offering a high standard of customer care from the moment you arrive through to delivery of your vehicle. They offer a wide range of services including MOT testing (class 4, 7 and motorbikes), fixed-price servicing, diagnostics, computerised wheel alignment & tyres, air-conditioning checks, batteries, etc. They also offer free courtesy cars, and even have a courtesy van for commercial customers!

James has a simple philosophy, “We take good care of each and every customer that comes our way”.

This ideal runs right through the company where there is a strong emphasis on customer care. Lesley and Debbie are on hand to take your call with access to highly trained mechanics, the team can assist and advise you every step of the way.

All prices at the garage are fully inclusive, with no hidden extras. James working practice is to be honest and reliable at all times. James said “We describe all work required in simple terms, no jargon.

We always look for the best and most cost-effective solution to meet your repair needs. We never start work until the job has been quoted and approved by the customer”.

James Jackson’s Central Garage Albany Road, Fleetwood Telephone: 01253 873710

Need tyres? They have a large range of tyres in stock to cater for all makes, models and to meet all budgets. James has also invested in a ‘Nitrogen Tyre Inflation’ machine which is guaranteed to increase the efficiency of your vehicle and reduce your fuel consumption. James said “At Central Garage, we are always looking for products and services that we can offer our customers to help reduce the cost of their motoring”. The Nitrogen Tyre Inflation machine is just one such way in which a little investment from the customer can prove long term benefits.

James Jackson’s Central Garage is one of the only local garages where you can still have your car filled up by an attendant! James explained “We recognise that some of our customers find it difficult to fill the car themselves and like our ‘old-fashioned’ approach to fuelling cars. That is why we offer this service”.

James said “I’ve been in business now for 18 years with many customers that have been with me right from the start. But I like to think that although we’ve expanded, we are large enough to cope but small enough to care”.

James and his family now live in Thornton Cleveleys, where both his wife and himself were brought up.

James spends much of his spare time in Fleetwood though, where on a Saturday afternoon you’ll find him at Highbury stadium cheering on Fleetwood Town FC along with the Cody Army.

James Jackson’s Central Garage is situated just a stone’s throw from the ground down Albany Road, just off Poulton Road.

James and his team would like to thank all their customers both old and new for their continued support, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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AGE UK Shops Poulton 9 Church Street - 01253 899087 Christians Against Poverty 01253 875958 Help the Aged - 0808 800 6565

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Blackpool Fylde Wyre Samaritans 01253 622218 Child Death Help Line - 0800 282 986 Child Line - 0800 1111 Connect Young People Centre - 01253 751047 Cruse Bereavement Help Line - 0844 477 9400 Drugs Talk to Frank - 0800 776600 Fighting For Freedom with Anorexia Nervosa 07985 673187 www.blackpool4me.com/hopeforanorexia Help Direct - 0303 3331021 Mental Health Help Line - 0500 639 000 Missing People - 0500 700 700 (24hr) National Debt Line - 0808 808 4000 National Domestic Violence - 0808 2000 247 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection - 0808 800 5000 Parent Line Plus - 0808 800 2222 HEALTH Private Counselling - 01253 760600 Fleetwood Hospital - 01253 306 000 Royal Lancaster Hospital - 01524 65944 Smoking Cessation - 0845 601 2186 Royal Preston Hospital - 01772 716565 Young Peoples Outreach Nurse (under 19) Fylde - 07917 587133 Wyre - 07795 605336 Duty Chemist Sundays - Morrisons Cleveleys Group Practice - 01253 853992 Fylde Coast Womens Aid 01253 596699 LOCAL SERVICES NHS Direct (24hr Service) 0845 4647 Blackpool Council - 01253 477477 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk www.blackpool.gov.uk Dental Enquiries - Fylde & Wyre Wyre Borough Council - 01253 891000 01253 306378 (24hr 7 days) Out of Hours Emergency - 01253 308105 Out of Hours - 01253 895116 Fleetwood Health Centre - 01253 771136 www.wyrebc.gov.uk Regenda Housing - 0844 736 0066 HELPLINES Al-Anon Family Groups - 020 7403 0888 Environment Agency - 0800 80 70 60 (24hr) www.environment-agency.gov.uk www.al-anonuk.org.uk Neighbourhood Watch Alcoholic Anonymous - 0845 769 7555 www.neighbourhoodwatch.net Blackpool Family Information Service Knott End Library - 01253 810632 0800 092 2332

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