LINK-MAG Poulton Le Fylde & Over Wyre Magazine August 2013

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Welcome...

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September Magazine Deadline 12th August 2013

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Over the last two years the auction sales of Oriental items have continued to rapidly increase and nationally have at least trebled. At GERRARDS the increase has been approaching fourfold, with buyers from all over the UK together, also many international purchasers from USA and Asia all logging onto GERRARDS three weekly auctions.

It is surprising how many people in the North West are now bringing a range CHINESE & JAPANESE items into our salesrooms, many having been inherited from older relatives who were around in the first half of the Twentieth Century, when ceramics and collectables from the Far East were so very popular and now, over the years have significantly increased in value.

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Japanese, Meiji Period Small Conical Vase, by one of the Satsuma masters – Dai Nihon Taizan 12.5cms high.

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Thickly Cast Bronze Chinese Censer with a compressed globular form body, supported on a tripod base, with two character seal mark.

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Fylde Coast Auto Paint Repairs Was set up eight years ago by Dave Ash and, operating throughout the Fylde area, has already built a first-class reputation as one of Lancashire’s best firms.

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We understand asking for help can be embarrassing and can cause anxiety, but more and more people are starting to struggle in this unprecedented triple-dip recession. Our expert team members are here to make you feel completely at ease and to give you peace of mind.

Adcroft Hilton’s modern and forward-thinking approach sits firmly on a pedigree that can be traced back to the financial firms of the early twentieth century, and has helped the firm attain a tremendous reputation for both professionalism and helpfulness.

With two decades of trading under its belt, the firm is driven by a team with more than 20 years’ experience of supporting individuals and businesses through financial difficulties.

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Credit cards by Martin Lewis They are the marmite of finance. Credit cards are both the best and worst way to borrow- do it right and it’s a way to get a loan at no cost at all. However, get it wrong and it can put you in debt hell. One of the key weapons in the savvy customer’s arsenal is a balance transfer, which allows you to cut existing debt costs.

So, I want to show you the best current deals and clear up some common myths.

In a nutshell, a balance transfer card repays debts on other cards for you, so you owe it instead, but at a cheaper rate. As more of your repayments clear the debt, you pay less interest and are debt-free sooner.

Currently the longest 0% balance transfer deal on the market is Barclaycard, offering 27 months (18.9% APR after) with a fee of just 2.5%, which for some will work out cheaper.

If you can repay far quicker than that, Halifax—while only 15mths 0% - has just a 1% transfer fee (17.9% APR after), so it’s worth considering. For daily updated options, including longer term deals, go to www.mse.me/bts.

Three golden rules to remember

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It isn’t just about getting the right card; it’s about doing it the right way. There are three simple rules you always need to follow: With a 0% card, either clear the debt or shift it again before the 0% ends—or you will pay the full APR, meaning interest costs soon mount up.

Always pay at least the specified minimum repayment on time each month (preferably more) or you risk losing the special rate.

Don’t spend or withdraw cash on these, it isn’t usually at the cheap rate.

So those are the basics, but what is a rather simple concept that tends to throw up a huge number of questions? Here are the most common I receive:

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Q: How do they decide if they’ll accept me?

Cards score your application based on how closely you meet their wish list of what a profitable customer is. So if you’ve had past credit problems, it’s tough. Frustratingly, the only way to find out for sure is to apply. But that puts a mark on your credit file (whether you’re accepted or not).

To find your likely odds of acceptance for different cards, use my Eligibility Checker tool at www.mse.me/bts.

Q: How many can I apply for?

There’s no set limit on the number of cards you can apply for, but lots of applications in a short space of time can cause problems.

If you are credit card tarting (shifting from 0% to 0% when it ends) then this shouldn’t be too big of an issue, as these applications should be spread out.

Q: Will my payments remain the same if I shift to a new card?

You can repay what you like on a credit card as long as its meets the set monthly minimum. So the only time your repayments may change is if a card has a different minimum.

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While they’re all roughly similar, there can be a difference so shifting cards can mean higher monthly payments. If that’s an issue, check before applying (it’ll be in the summary box). Though remember only paying the minimum means it’ll take an age to repay, so try to repay more if you can.

Q: Can I shift debt to a new card with the same issuer?

A card issuer may accept your application for another card, but most won’t allow you to switch debts between their cards. This applies to brands managed by the same firm such as MBNA and Virgin.

Q: My new balance transfer card’s credit limit is too low, what can I do?

You can ask for an increase, but that’s rarely allowed. Yet shift the maximum debt you can anyway—the application hits your file, so you may as well use it. See if you can get another cheap card for the rest.

Q: If I spend on a 0% balance transfer but pay it off, do I pay interest?

Spending is usually at the standard interest rate of 15-20%, even on a 0% balance transfer card. The only way to avoid this is to clear the entire debt off the card in full at the end of the month.

If you repay all of your spending but leave transfer debt, you still pay interest. Get a different card to spend on— preferably one with either 0% on spending if you need to borrow or cashback if you don’t.

Q: Should I cancel unused old cards?

Access to excess credit, even if unused, can make lenders wary.

Cancelling could boost your creditworthiness, but there’s no hard and fast rule.

Before cancelling, if you have debts elsewhere, check whether the card will give you an existing customer balance transfer offer. This can happen (i.e., it lets you shift debt to it at a cheap rate even though you’re not a new cardholder). A few, especially Barclaycard, will try to persuade you not to cancel with £50 cash.

Q: Can I balance transfer onto someone else’s card?

For example, can a woman with a good credit score agree to shift debts from her partner who has a dodgy credit record? Lenders, who I’ve checked with, confirm that you can. Though, if you do then you need to remember that the debt legally then becomes yours. There’s no going back.

Q: Do you pay interest on the transfer fee?

This varies per provider, but either way it’s usually paid off after your first monthly payment, so the amount’s small.

Q: Can I transfer an overdraft balance/loan to a 0% card?

A money transfer lets you balance transfer cash into your bank account. You can then use it to repay the loan, so you owe the card instead. Be very careful, as most 0% cards don’t allow this at 0% and cost a fortune. For top picks of those that do, visit www. mse.me/moneytransfers. @MoneySavingExpert

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Paprika Lamb Skewers (Serves 6) Cooking time: 12-16 minutes Ingredients 675g/1½;lb lean lamb mince Salt and freshly milled black pepper 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped 15ml/1tbsp dried mixed herbs 15ml/1tbsp paprika powder

In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together. Using slightly damp hands divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll each portion into a sausage shape and mould around 6 long wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers or 12 small skewers.

Cover and chill for 20 minutes.

Cook the lamb skewers under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 68 minutes on each side until cooked and any meat juices run clear.

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Doodles Poulton Chippy a family run business scoops top industry award.

26 years in business serving over 2 million people

Christian Abson has been serving the public since the age of 15

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A Poulton fish and chip shop has been granted a top industry award Doodles Poulton Chippy of Poulton, has joined the fish frying elite by scooping the Fish and Chip Quality Award.

The National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), the trade body that represents the nation’s fish and chip shops, runs the scheme as a way of raising standards within the fish and chip trade and enhancing the profile of the industry.

To qualify, each shop has to go through an inspection by an NFFF approved assessor who assesses the shop’s presentation, hygiene and cleanliness, staff training, equipment, frying and sales skills and most importantly the quality of the cooked product.

Doodles Poulton Chippy, based in Ball Street, is one of the Fylde coast’s longest running family business.

The quality award is intended to set the new benchmark for quality within the industry.

Owner Christian Abson, who has been serving since the age of 15, said: “We look forward to another 26 years in serving the general public and would like to thank all our customers for their continuing support.”

Chippy bosses say it is intended to signal to the consumer that they can buy with confidence where the award is displayed, and they are hopeful it will encourage more outlets to raise their standards.

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Suda thai cuisine Suda Thai Cuisine, Poulton le Fylde is a family run restaurant and takeaway. They provide the finest Thai food in a friendly contemporary setting and offer a delivery service to your home.

Suda Thai Cuisine opened its doors in January 2009. Owner Suda uses traditional recipes and complements theses with her unique brand of cuisine to bring exceptional taste to the menu.

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Suda Thai is excited to announce a brand new lunch time concept – Suda Thai Lunches “Eat your own way” Mix and match your favourite Thai ingredients, rice dishes, noodles, salads, wraps and sandwiches, all freshly prepared for eating in or on the go. For busy people pre orders will be available.

Coming soon…Suda Thai Food & Kitchen Shop perfect for creating family meals, food for friends and dinner parties. Available to buy are Thai cooking essentials, Suda’s secret ingredients, recipe cards, Thai snacks and much more.

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Burgers

Fernando Trocca of the Gaucho group, an Argentinian restaurant chain which prides itself on its grill, gives these tips on what to do when the weather, and the barbie, heats up...

with tarragon mayonnaise (Serves 4) Cooking time: 12-16 minutes

Barbecue Tips Ingredients 450g/1lb lean beef or lamb mince 1 small onion, peeled and grated 60ml/4tbsp prepared fruit pickle or chutney 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley Salt and freshly milled black pepper Oil, for brushing For the Tarragon Mayonnaise: 200ml/7floz prepared mayonnaise 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped tarragon Salt and freshly milled black pepper Juice of 1/2 lemon

 If you're using a coal barbecue, have a separate fire that will keep feeding the main one. This way you can cook the longer cooking items first and still have coals for the slower ones.  For those who have trouble controlling the heat, try using a gas barbecue which you can control. Remember, the barbecue flavour comes from the food juices hitting a hot surface. This means that a gas barbecue can give chefs as good a flavour as traditional charcoal.  Different food items require different cooking temperatures. Looking at the thickness of what you are cooking helps a chef determine cooking time. Remember: Food with bones needs longer, since bone is not a great conductor of heat.  Use as little oil as possible and avoid flames while grilling as this burns the meat.

In a large bowl, mix all the burger ingredients together except the oil. Using slightly damp hands shape the mixture into four 10cm/4inch burgers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes. Meanwhile prepare the tarragon mayonnaise; in a small bowl mix all the ingredients together and set aside. Brush each burger with a little oil and cook under a preheated, moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on both sides until cooked or until any meat juices run clear. Serve in bread rolls of your choice with the mayonnaise and cabbage and radish slaw.

Cabbage and radish slaw (To accompany burgers) (Serves 4) Cooking time: No cooking required ½ green cabbage shredded 4 radishes, thinly sliced 45ml/3tbsp cider vinegar 45ml/3tbsp rapeseed oil Salt and freshly milled black pepper Mix all the ingredients together and serve with the burgers.

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 Only turn the meat once. This will caramelise the contact points with your barbecue bars and allow the juices to flow. If you criss cross or turn the meat a lot it will become tense. Remember: One turn equals tender!  Don't be afraid to use salt, but always salt the raw meat and not the cooked meat. The meat will draw in as much salt as it needs and the rest will drop into the fire.  Use corn oil as opposed to olive oil as it has a much higher smoke point.  If you're using charcoal, try using a combination of wood and lump wood charcoal.

Avoid using fire lighters as they taint the flavour of the meat. Try the old-fashioned method of paper and wood chips!  Do not use a fork, ever. Use tongs that are flat and won't pierce that meat.  Finally, to test the cooking temperature, throw a bit of water on the grill bars. It should take three seconds to evaporate, any less and you will burn the meat; any more and you will boil it.

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‘There is no place like Tolleys’ Great Food, Great Service and Great Value for money

NEW Summerime ‘Market Menu’ for only £15.00 for three courses plus à la carte available

Trying to organise that special celebration?

Why not come along and see us to discuss your requirements?

Buffet menus starting at £8.00

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Great Sunday Lunch table d’hote menu Three courses including coffee and chocolates £17.00

You are just a phone call away from probably the best restaurant on the Fylde - Tolley’s Ryecroft Hall, Hambleton. 01253 700780 or 700670

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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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MobilitySure has been introduced to help support residents in Poulton le Fylde and surrounding areas who require assistance with their daily lives.

Recognising that access to a wide range of mobility products was not available locally and having a desire to offer this service Guy and Anita Jenkinson switched from their well known catering business and altered the property to provide this service.

Situated opposite the library on Blackpool Old Road in the same premises that used to be Monsieurs which Guy and Anita operated for over 18 years.

• Scooters • Wheelchairs • Powerchairs • Walking Aids • Rollators • Crutches • Bathroom & Toilet Aids • Home Nursing Aids • Rise & Recliner Chairs

Providing a full range of products including scooters, wheelchairs, rollators and daily living aids.

Our new shop is now open opposite Poulton library Feel free to pop in for a look round and a chat with our friendly staff.

Product demonstrations available.

12D BLACKPOOL OLD ROAD, POULTON LE FYLDE, FY6 7DH

01253 886051 www.mobilitysure.co.uk

After having researched the industry for over 12 months and sourcing reputable suppliers MobilitySure is now up and running.

Visit us at: MobilitySure 12d Blackpool Old Road, Poulton le Fylde, Lancs FY6 7DH. Open: Mon-Fri 9.15am-5pm Sat: 9.15am - 3pm Tel: 01253 886051

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• Semi Permanent Makeup • Microdermabrasion • Massage • Facials • Thread Vein Removal • Varicose Vein Removal

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FANTASTIC OFFERS 1. Now is a good time to take advantage of our ÂŁ10 Microchip offer!

This will help reunite you with your pet should it get lost.

2. Also this month we have offers on selected Flea and worm treatments to help keep your home FLEA FREE We now run a Sunday Surgery 10am - 12noon at out Garstang surgery for pets that become unwell over the weekend.

Please ring 01995 603349 for an appointment.

Don’t forget we provide ALL our OWN out of hours emergency cover at our Garstang branch so if your pet is hospitalised with us you can call any time day or night and one of our friendly nurses will only be too happy to give you an update on your pet or help with your emergency.

Lanes Vet Group Branches at: Green Lane Veterinary Centre, Green Lane West, Garstang Tel: 01995 603349 Dimples Veterinary Practice, Caton Road, Lancaster Tel: 01524 67777

Bracewell Veterinary Centre, 235 Garstang Road East, Poulton-Le-Fylde FY6 8JH Tel: 01253 891088 Fax: 01253 896331

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Domestic & Commercial

Chiropodist- Podiatrist MChS,DPodM

Caring for the Fylde Coasts feet for over 26 years Clinics at: North Shore Surgery Moor Park Health & Leisure Centre, Bispham Queensway Medical Centre Poulton-Le-Fylde

Home visits available

Tel: 07801 421854 01253 827258 Advertise Call 0800 970 7687

Specialising in Cleaning Upholstery using Eco Friendly water based products.

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Perfect symmetry Perfect Symmetry Beauty Clinic is now UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT and we are undergoing a bit of a well deserved facelift. So you’ll be seeing big changes including new décor, seating and a more spacious salon! With those changes you can also expect a more relaxed approach to beauty therapy, with a less rushed feel to the place and an ambient calm atmosphere.

We are open Monday to Friday 10am until 6pm with Tuesday & Thursday open until 8pm and Saturday open 11am until 4pm. Gone are the days of opening late and closing early, we are here for you and your beauty treatments. Its all about glamour this summer, so all customers past and present will be welcomed by a luxury salon, good service and a smile. With both male and female beauticians you can expect a 5 star service from our experienced team.

Perfect Symmetry boasts a huge range of treatments, all under one roof. Our NMC registered Nurse Prescriber James Kearsey holds clinics for Botox Anti Wrinkle Injections & Dermal Fillers at the salon every 2 weeks. Our Teeth Whitening nurse is available for you whenever you feel like treating yourself to a Hollywood smile.

Our Nail Technician’s have expanded their collections for nail art and we have a new SemiPermanent Makeup expert with over 10 years experience in that field. Perfect Symmetry Beauty Clinic was already one of Blackpool’s leading beauty salons, but we just got better. Find us on ‘’facebook.com/PerfectSymmetryBeautyClinic’’ to see snapshots of our work, daily & weekly deals on treatments and also competitions for free giveaways.

Already we have had vast amounts of compliments on the new look and feel to the place so a huge thank you to our loyal customers. Beauty Therapy is what we do best www.perfect-symmetry.co.uk (01253 694441)

280 Whitegate Drive Blackpool FY3 9JW Telephone: 01253 694 441

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Carleton (Poulton Le Fylde) St Martins & St Hilda’s Church Every Tuesday 9.30-11.30am Every Thursday 5.30-7.30pm

Intense exfoliation and resurfacing resulting in a firmer, more youthful looking skin. Fabulous for Acne, Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Ageing Skin, Stretch Marks Cellulite, Dry, Damaged Skin

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• Faith-Lift Non-Surgical Face Lifting Facial • Acrylic Nails • Mani-Q Gel Polish • Twinkle Toes • Hi-Brows • Semi Permanent Eyelashes • Waxing • Tinting • Spray Tanning • Prescription Facials • Lash Perming/Lifting All available in the comfort of your own home

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• E-PACT Meetings are no longer in the library.

We have changed to e-PACT and persons wishing to contact us should e-mail garstangoverwyreandpoulton.npt@ lancashire.pnn.police.uk giving details of their enquiry and their contact numbers.

• Stepping Stones Supported by Trinity Hospice. We meet in Poulton Methodist Church Lounge, Queensway, Poulton-le-Fylde, from 2pm to 3pm on the second Monday of every month. We are a friendly and non-religious bereavement support group where you can meet others in a similar situation. Come and join us. Tel: 860362

• Visit Garstang Tourist Information Centre Open 7 days a week. 11am to 3.30pm (30mins lunch break) • Poulton Library Events Baby Bounce and Rhyme every Monday and Friday 10am - 10.30am Story Time for under 5s every Tuesday 2.15pm - 2.45pm Toddler Rhyme Time every Thursday 10am 10.30am Craftwork (jewellery & wedding Tiaras) by Joan Farnworth on display from 6th July for one month.

Adult Reading Groups: Thursday 8th August 7pm – 8pm Wednesday 14th August, 11am - 12 Knit & Craft Group Friday 2nd & 16th August 1.30pm – 3pm.

Art Exhibitions: wb 3rd & 10th Poulton Photographic Society, wb 17th 24th Poulton Travel Club Carers Point Drop-in 5th August 10 – 12 Thursday 8th August, 2.30pm ‘Owl Lady’ Cal from Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary, Preston, will be in the library along with some of her owl friends. You can meet them and perhaps hold them. Free event, although a small donation to the sanctuary would be appreciated. Please be aware that this is a very popular event and there may be a queue – parents please stay with your children Summer Reading Challenge events Friday 2nd August 2pm Ugly Bugs with Claire Foster – what’s in the spine tingling cellar?

Touch them if you dare! Free event tickets available from the library.

16th August 2pm Sticky Fingers with PC Dave Key. Investigate finger prints on the Gruesome Ground Floor. Free event tickets available from the library.

30th August, 2pm Bats about your Library!

Meet bat man Terry, learn all about bats.

Explore the awful upstairs watch out for the bats! Free event tickets available from the library.

For more information or to book a place on any of the above or to put your name on our emailing list, please contact the library or email Poulton.library@lancashire.gov.uk

• Senior Drop-in Dates St Martins and St Hilda’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road, Carleton. Mondays from 1.30-3.30pm. Endurance bingo as ‘normal’.

Contact Tess on 882679.

• Fitbods - Fitness/ Exercise Classes (Preesall) Classes in St. Oswald’s Church Hall. Mon 10.30-11.30am, Tues 7-8pm and Weds 7-8 pm. The classes are suitable for all levels of fitness. Come along and join this fun and friendly local class! Lively fun Music!, Pay per class £4 or block bookings £30 for 10.

Further info Rosina Lawrinson-Chettoe (M.A. Cert. Ed.) qualified and insured - Member of Fitness Professionals - mob. 07986248173 or email gnome1962@talktalk.net.

• Meeting Group (over 60’s) Do you know there is a meeting place in the centre of Poulton (Market Hall) for anyone 60+ who belongs to Wyre Borough? Come along while shopping and enjoy a cup of coffee & biscuit for 30p or a cup of Tea & biscuit for 20p. Meet your friends for a chat.

Open from 10-1pm Mon - Fri. • Poulton Art Club The club supports the Poulton Gala every year by way of an open day and Exhibition.

We meet Mon evenings from 7pm- 9.30pm In the WRVS room, Queensway Poulton.

• Zumba Fitness Monday 5.30pm St Chads Parish Centre on Vicarage Rd (Poulton) all classes are just £4 each, bring water and wear comfy clothes, increase your fitness and enjoy meeting new friends, Learn the Mergenue, Salsa, Cumbia and much more whilst burning calories.

Everyone is welcome just turn up or contact Barry 07922 688009 • Bispham Townswomen’s Guild We are a group of forward looking women who meet together on the second Tuesday of each month at 2pm in Cavendish Road U R Church Hall, Bispham.The annual programme includes speakers, demonstrations and social activities. Townswomen offer each other support and develop new skills and interests. Our choir meet on Tuesdays at 2pm. Arts & crafts group meet every Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. Also regular Drama Group meetings. New members will be assured of a warm welcome. Tel Pauline 352365.

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• Carleton Community Chorus Every Tuesday (term-time) from 7-8.30pm at Carleton Green Primary School. We do not hold auditions, friendly group with a wide repertoire.

• Poulton Trefoil Guild The Poulton Trefoil Guild is an organisation attached to Girl Guiding, but a social group of people who meet on the first Tuesday in each month at the Guide Centre, Station Road, Poulton at 7.45pm. They have Speakers, Craft, Evening Entertainment and Outings. Come along and enjoy the company you will be most welcome.

Any enquiries - Ann Martin on 895397 • Poulton Drama Amateur Dramatic Group We rehearse in the Breck Club, Poulton, Tues & Thurs evenings from 7.30pm. Observers welcome and we are always looking for new members.

• Fylde Bird Club We are a small friendly bird watching club; we meet at 7.45 on the 4th Tuesday each month at The River Wyre in Poulton at 7.45. Whether you are an experienced bird watcher or would just like to know more about the birds in our area, our members are happy to share information on sites or where birds are to be found. We have speakers and other events throughout the year. Our next meeting is the 27th August - Alaska: The Last Frontier with Ian Newton. Visit our website www. fyldebirdclub.org e: jean.wagstaff@hotmail.co.uk e: Rhind1003@btinternet.com • 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. Visit www.lancshumanism.org.uk or call Ian Abbott [Chairman] 812308 • 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 7.30pm. Annual General Meeting contact 858058 or www.lfhhs.org.uk also fylde@lfhhs.org.uk • Wyre Archaeology Group (WAG) We offer a rare opportunity for anyone with an interest in the history of the Wyre and Fylde area to get hands on experience of practical archaeology.

In past seasons we have excavated a Roman Road in Stalmine, an 18 Century cottage, a Roman site in Kirkham and a possible Iron Age settlement in Thornton. WAG is open to people of all ages and has previously provided practical experience for students going on to study for degrees in Archaeology. A meeting held at Farmer Parr’s in Thornton on the 3rd Weds of each month, starting at 7pm, keeps everyone informed of activities and there are occasional guest speakers. Nonmembers may attend up to 3 meetings without charge. www.wyrearchaeology.org.uk Email the Secretary on: secwyrearch@aol.com Or call 0752 850 3710.

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• Poulton Bridge Club Learn to play bridge, the best card game ever, in a relaxed friendly atmosphere with light refreshments served during play. Bridge Classes, Wednesdays 1.30pm-4.30pm. Thursdays 7pm -10pm. Afternoon Bridge Sessions, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1.30pm-4.30pm. Evening Bridge Sessions, Monday to Saturday 7.30pm-10.30pm. Tel: 893920 Email:unclebill93@yahoo.co.uk • Fylde Scottish Country Dancing Society We meet Wednesday evenings, 7.30 - 10.00 pm until 22nd May 2013 at Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Carleton, FY6 7QE. Everyone is welcome, no partner or previous experience required. Contact Ann Cameron on 829114 • Simply Meditate Classes Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Poulton Le Fylde Children’s Centre, Arundel Drive, Carleton FY6 7TF. Tel: 352721 www.meditationinblackpool.org.uk Registered Charity no. 1080291 • Poulton People’s Choir We meet every Weds at 7.30 - 9pm at Poulton Methodist Church. We are always happy to accept new members. Please call Tony BrindleWills on 07989 423027. We are a non-audition choir. There are no fees involved in taking part in the choir. However, you are asked for a donation following a rehearsal. The choir is happy to consider public performances.

• Staining Womens Institute We met every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

New members always very welcome come and have a taster evening first to see if our WI is for you.

• Poulton Thursday Ladies Circle Come and join our society and enjoy interesting speakers, outings, and good company. United Reformed Church, Queensway, Poulton. Tel 01253 395026 • Garstang Country Market We are an indoor market held every Thursday morning from 10 am - 12 noon in St. Thomas Church Hall, Church Street, Garstang. (next to the Tithe Barn pub).

We sell a wide variety of products including; pies and savouries, cakes, preserves of all kinds, fresh eggs, plants and seasonal vegetables as well as many attractive craft and gift items.

Refreshments are available from 9:30. Admission and parking are free and all are welcome. Call 01995 602346

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

• Sacha Activity Club 68 Holts Lane, Poulton 7-8pm. Free healing 8-8.30pm. Meditation £1 8.30-10pm. Activity Club £2 7-10pm £2.50 (both) Tel: 884497 • Carleton Women’s Institute; Carleton W.I., inspiring women, is a lively progressive group offering friendship and a host of interest and activities for those ladies who are looking for new interests and fellowship. We have an interesting and varied calendar of monthly meetings with other events such as walking and ambling, crafts, drama, holiday groups and ladies at lunch meetings. We also have organised trips and holidays, quizzes and social events. There is no need to have an empty diary as a member of Carleton W.I. So come along and join us at Carleton Memorial Hall 7.30.p.m. every second Thursday of the month. We will be very pleased to meet you and you will be given a warm welcome. For further information Telephone 01253 884810 President Carol Field.

• Zumba Gold An easier class than normal Zumba with slower moves and less impact for the Over 50’s, beginners or the less energetic. Drink breaks throughout class. St Martins & St Hildas Church Hall, Fleetwood Rd, Carleton.

Thurs 1.30-2.30pm. Cost £4. Call Julie on 07786022980 or just turn up for fun!

• Poulton Thursday Circle We are a group of ladies who meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays in the United Reform church hall in Poulton. In the summer months, May to August we meet at 7pm. From September to April we meet at 2pm.We have interesting speakers,outings and meals out.

We are a friendly group of all ages, so come along and join us and enjoy the company.

For more information ring 01253828642 or 01253884927 • Carleton Community Band Every Friday (term-time) from 4.30-6.00 pm at Carleton Green Primary School www.carletoncommunitymusic.org.uk • Fitbods - Exercise to Music/Chair Exercises (Hambleton) Classes are held in Hambleton United Reformed Church Hall (next to Tolley’s). Every Friday 10-11am. This class has been especially choregraphed to music from the 60’s. Booking advised as this is a very popular class. Only £3 per class.

Further info from Rosina Lawrinson-Chettoe.

07986248173 or email gnome1962@talktalk.net.

• Card School (playing Solo) At Poulton Community Centre every Saturday afternoon at 1.15pm. We are looking for an increase in players should anybody be interested. Tel 01253 856577 • Carboot Sale Every Sunday at Singleton Village Hall Lodge Lane, Poulton Le Fylde. Hot food and drinks available all welcome. To book 07881483056 • The Fylde Society of Model Engineers.

Young and old are invited to come and have a ride on our miniature railway at Thornton on the playing fields adjacent to Marsh Mill. We do not charge but are very grateful for any donations to our club funds for the maintenance of the railway. Weather permitting we run on Sunday afternoons staring at about 1.30pm until about 4pm.

We also run on some bank holidays and Thornton Gala Day. Further info from the Secretary, 882872.

• Self Help Group We meet at 7pm every Sunday at Poulton Methodist Church, Queensway, Poulton-LeFylde and welcome anyone in recovery from all forms of addiction, or suffering from grief, depression or anxiety. Tel: 07740 707029

General Notices • Wyre Citizens Advice Bureau Thursday: Garstang Medical Centre, Kepple Lane, Garstang, PR3 1PB. Clients can make an appointment by calling Lancashire West Citizens Advice Bureau telephone gateway on 01772 424282, also by visiting any one of the above venues who can book an appointment on behalf of clients with the telephone gateway.

• Welfare Benefit Outreach Surgeries With the support of Fylde Council, Fylde CAB, Wyre Council & Care & Repair, Disability First is now providing welfare benefit outreach surgeries for people living in Fylde & Wyre.

You can book a free 30 mins time slot to check you are receiving everything you are entitled to and our adviser will also provide advice and guidance for you to complete any benefit forms.

The Wyre surgery is at Wyre Civic Centre, Poulton. To book an appointment contact Disability First on 472202/3 or email andycoupland@disabilityfirst.org • FREE computer help at home to disabled people. Simply phone 0800 269 545.

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Events this month • Poulton Friends of Trinity Hospice Coffee Morning Saturday 3 August 10am to 12 noon at The Bridge Club, Poulton. Various stalls & Raffle. Admission £1 to include tea/coffee & biscuits. All proceeds to Trinity Hospice.

• Blood Donation ‘PLEASE CALL 0300 123 23 23 TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT. APPOINTMENTS CAN BE MADE UP TO MIDNIGHT THE NIGHT BEFORE A SESSION’ Wednesday 7th August The Great Hall at Mains, 86A Mains Lane, Little Singleton, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 7LE 1.45pm – 3.45pm & 5.00pm – 7.30pm Wednesday 28th August The Great Hall at Mains, 86A Mains Lane, Little Singleton, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 7LE 1.45pm – 3.45pm & 5.00pm – 7.30pm • Staining WI Strawberry Tea Wednesday 7th August in St. Luke’s Church 2-4pm. There will be stalls, raffle etc. Tickets are £3 payable at the door.

21st August - Helen Garlic presents ‘Get Ahead Hat’ at 7:30 in St. Luke’s Church. All welcome.

• Hambleton - Best Kept Village Judging: 1st July – 21st August.

The judges will be inspecting the village twice more and will be looking for absence of litter, tidy grass verges, weed free pathways etc. We all want our village to look its best; in order to help us the Parish Council has doubled the lengths persons [Andrew] hours during June, July and August but we still need volunteers to help with our Litter Picking on Friday the 26th July. Meet at the Shovels Inn at 10.30am – picks and bags provided. We meet afterwards at 12 noon to enjoy a natter, drink and food, if you can spare some time and energy you will be made most welcome.Beryl Hartley [01253] 700066 • Poulton Area Forum Monday 19 August, 7pm at St Martin’s & St Hilda’s Church Hall, Carleton. Hosted by the Poulton & Carleton Residents’ Association.

Contact for enquiries etc is lesleymiddleton84@ gmail.com

Preesall Young Peoples Centre Orienteering at Beacon Fell/Picnic Saturday 27 July 12pm to 5pm 14 places only

• Carleton & District W.I. Monthly Meeting Thursday August 8th 7.30pm. Members Evening Meal. Venue to be announced. New people welcome to our meetings, normally the second Thursday of the month. Craft Club 2 to 4pm Carleton Memorial Hall 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Telephone: 884810 President Carol Field.

Beach Trip to St Annes /Summer Games Saturday 10 August 12pm to 5pm 14 places only

• Hambleton W.I. Diary Dates Fri/Sat 9th & 10th August 11am walks with Grindleton W.I. either strenuous or gentle.

Monday 12th August 7.30pm Monthly Meeting at the URC Church Hall, Sandy Lane. Karen Capaesi returns she has now gone into the world of entertainment. Expect lots of fun and laughter.

Monday 19th August 1.30pm Craft Club at the Village Hall.

Monday 19th August 7pm “An Evening with Clive” at Tolleys Restaurant cooking with FISH & POULTRY. [cost £20] enjoy a glass of wine or two and learn something.

Thursday 29th August 12 for 12.30 Luncheon Club TBA. Thursday 5th September Quiz on the environment, wildlife etc. At the W.I. Office £4

Trip to Blackpool Sandcastle Saturday 31August 10am to 4pm 14 places only

Overnight stay at Daltons Cave, Keswick Saturday/Sunday 24 & 25 August 10am to 11am 14 places only

Preesall Young Peoples Centre, Sandy Lane, FY6 0EJ. For further information ring 01253 775100 Throughout the six weeks of the school holidays, Preesall Young People’s Centre is also open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. See www.yps. lancashire.gov for details of what’s on.

For further information please contact Norma on: 700787 email: normaellwood@btinternet.com

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