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AREA MAGAZINE 20,000 Copies Per Month Is it really September? The kids are back to school, and there’s still hope for an Indian Summer! While you may have some time back for yourself (and the fine weather is helping) then its time to get those jobs done around the house. We have plenty of quality local trades people featured inside this month’s edition: there are handymen, cleaners, gardeners, decorators, and many more to help bring your property back to life.

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Community Champions sought for ‘People’s Peloton’ COMMUNITY champions are sought for a ‘people’s peloton’ to process around Clitheroe town centre prior to the start of Stage 2 the 2015 Aviva Tour of Britain.

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he world’s top cyclists and tens of thousands of spectators look set to descend on Ribble Valley and Pendle on September 7 for the event, which will see 20 of the world’s top cycling teams, including Olympic and world champions, and Tour de France stage winners, power through the two boroughs on a tough 162km route from Clitheroe to Colne.

Now the search is on for community champions and heroes to take part in a People’s Peloton under police escort prior to the start of the top race.

Participants in the People’s Peloton will get a taste of taking part in a major sporting event, as well as recognition for their positive contribution to the Ribble Valley community.

Ribble Valley Borough Council leader Stuart Hirst said: “The Tour of Britain is the most significant event in Ribble Valley’s 40-year history and we want the community to join us in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

“Rather like the Olympic torchbearers in London 2012, we are looking for Ribble Valley’s unsung heroes and heroines to enjoy their moment in the spotlight.

“The Tour of Britain attracts a huge following, as well as an international television audience, so is the ideal showcase for Ribble Valley’s community champions.”

After departing Clitheroe, Stage 2 of the 2015 Aviva Tour of Britain will complete a clockwise route via the Nick o’ Pendle, Longridge, Dunsop Bridge and Slaidburn in the

Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, before heading into Pendle via Barnoldswick and Earby, briefly returning to Clitheroe, then on to Whalley, Nelson and the finish in Colne.

The event will be broadcast internationally by 16 television channels across 139 territories in Europe, Australia and the USA. ITV will screen three hours of live coverage every day and a one-hour highlights programme at night.

Nominees for the People’s Peloton can be community champions from any walk of life, but they must live in Ribble Valley, have access to a bike, be able to cycle a 1km route around the town centre and be available on Monday, September 7.

To nominate someone for the People’s Peloton, write in 100 words or so why you think they should take part. The closing date for nominations is Friday, August 28, and participants will be chosen at random.

Nominations must include contact details and can be made at thetour@ribblevalley. gov.uk, or by post to Theresa Sanderson, Principal Communications Officer, Ribble Valley Borough Council, Council Offices, Church Walk, Clitheroe, BB7 2RA.

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Ribble Valley has the best rural quality of life in the North West according to a top survey

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Residents of Ribble Valley enjoy the best quality of life of any rural area in the North West, according to the 2015 Halifax Rural Areas Quality of Life Survey.

The survey took a wide range of factors into account, including crime rates, employment, school results, broadband access, health and wellbeing, life expectancy and the weather!

Ribble Valley Borough Council leader Stuart Hirst said: “These results reveal what we have always known, that Ribble Valley is one of the UK’s hidden gems.

“The council works hard with its partners to keep crime rates low and ensure the borough remains one of the best places in the country in which to live, work and raise a family.

“And although only a small rural authority the council has an excellent record of success, enjoying a level of customer satisfaction that is the envy of neighbouring authorities, as well as healthy reserves and one of the lowest council tax rates in the country.

“All of this is down to elected members, who draw upon many diverse talents, a committed senior management team and a loyal and dedicated workforce.

“We are delighted with these results and might have fared even better in the survey had it not been for the weather!”

The survey found that southern areas tended to receive higher ratings for weekly earnings and the weather, while northern areas scored better on education, lower house prices in relation to earnings, lower traffic flows and population densities.

Ribble Valley is the safest place in Lancashire and one of the safest in the UK, with around 28 crimes recorded annually for every 1,000 residents, which is significantly below the national average and the lowest in Lancashire.

The borough is also one of the UK’s premier food destinations and on September 7 will host Stage 2 of the Aviva Tour of Britain, the UK’s largest free-to-spectate sporting event.

Clitheroe was also recently placed eighth in the UK’s Top 10 Market Towns by the Times newspaper, while Whalley was named one of the Top 10 Places to Live in the UK by the Sunday Times.

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                                      16        16

                                      

                        

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Tasty £800 on the menu for luncheon clubs A TASTY £800 is on the menu for Ribble Valley community groups to start or improve luncheon clubs.

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he money can be used to start a new club, develop an existing one by buying new crockery or cookware, or providing activities. It can also be used to support other projects that engage older residents on a regular basis, such as coffee mornings and afternoon teas.

Luncheon clubs, sometimes called lunch clubs, provide older people with the opportunity to socialise over a regular hot nutritious meal.

They can have a membership of a few up to dozens and operate in a range of venues, such as pubs, restaurants, community or church halls.

Ribble Valley Borough Council’s partnership officer, Dilys Day, said: “Luncheon clubs keep older people engaged in local life, giving them a sense of involvement and belonging.

“They provide an essential service in rural areas, by offering a friendly meeting place for those who cannot readily leave their village and consequently suffer isolation and loneliness.

“They also help in the identification of underlying problems 18 that may contribute to a decline in health, thus helping to make the lives of older residents safer and healthier.”

The popular Mellor Luncheon Club has been meeting at the Mellor Methodist Church Hall for 10 years and receives annual funding from Ribble Valley Borough Council.

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An enthusiastic team of volunteer cooks and helpers serve a hot two-course meal made from fresh local produce followed by tea or coffee every Friday.

For just £4, participants can enjoy a range of dishes, including salmon hollandaise with new potatoes and vegetables, followed by peaches and cream, or a club favourite, sausage casserole with Yorkshire pudding.

Cook Jean Walmsley said: “We have about 16 members, who really look forward to attending. They don’t just receive a hot meal, but get to socialise, too. They really enjoy each other’s company and get dressed up for the occasion. It’s a fabulous atmosphere.”

Mellor councillor Stella Brunskill added: “The Mellor Luncheon Club is an invaluable part of village life and the committed team of volunteers who run it are to be congratulated for providing such an essential and much-loved service.”

Community groups interested in starting or improving a lunch club are invited to a meeting in the Ribble Valley Borough Council Chamber in Church Street, Clitheroe, on Thursday, September 17, from 10.30am to noon.

Further details are available from Dilys Day on 01200 425111.

ABOVE: TASTY OFFER – Dilys Day and Stella Brunskill (right) with members of the Mellor Luncheon Club.

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Continental Cooking Patatas Bravas with Shallots, New Potatoes and Chorizo

A delicious combination of flavours and textures, smoky paprika, tender roasted shallots and new potatoes make this an easy, inexpensive crowd pleaser.

Serves 4 Preparation time: 15 mins Cooking time: 30 mins

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Ingredients 20 shallots, peeled 750g new potatoes, washed and halved 100g chorizo, cut into chunky pieces 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 1-2 tsps smoked paprika 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped.

1 x 350g tub ready-made tomato and chilli sauce Greek yoghurt, to serve

Method Pre heat oven 200c / 180c fan / Gas 6. Place the shallots, new potatoes and chorizo onto a roasting tray or in an oven-proof dish, sprinkle over the olive oil, garlic and smoked paprika, toss until lightly coated. Cook for approx 30 minutes turning at regular intervals, the shallots and potatoes should be cooked and lightly golden. Sprinkle with the parsley. Heat the tomato and chilli sauce. Serve, the yoghurt and sauce in bowls alongside the roasted shallots, potatoes and chorizo so you can dip in to them.

Tenderstem, potato, ham and cheddar frittata

Method Rinse the potato slices under running water to remove some of the starch. Bring a large pan of lightly salted water up to the boil. Carefully drop on the potato slices, A quick, simple and very child-friendly dish bring back up to the boil and cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender but not falling Serves 4 adults, leftovers are great apart. Drain well. Blanch the Tenderstem cold in packed lunches in boiling water for 3 minutes until just Preparation time: 10 mins tender but with plenty of bite. Drain well.

Cooking time: 15 mins Heat the oil in a medium sized, preferably non-stick, frying pan and add the garlic, Ingredients if using. Fry for one minute then tip in 500g potatoes, peeled & cut into the potatoes, stirring to coat well in the 5mm slices oil. Scatter over the Tenderstem, mixing 240g Tenderstem, cut into 3-4cm lightly among the potatoes. Tuck in the pieces pieces of ham. Beat the eggs in a bowl and 3 tbsp olive oil season well with salt and pepper. Carefully 1 clove garlic, crushed (optional) 20 pour into the pan. Allow to set over a 4 slices ham, cut into bite sized medium-low heat for around 8-10 minutes pieces - the frittata should be set about two thirds 8 eggs of the way through. Preheat an overhead 75g mature cheddar cheese, grated grill to hot. Sprinkle the cheese over the Salt & freshly ground black pepper frittata and put under the grill to melt and www.tenderstem.co.uk finish setting the eggs.

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Food

Crisped Salmon with Watercress and Soba Noodles Serves 4 Preparation time: 10 mins Cooking time: 5 mins Ingredients 4x 175g boneless, skinless salmon fillets 4 tbsp teriyaki marinade juice of 2 oranges 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp groundnut oil ground black pepper 250g soba noodles (40% buckwheat) 85g bag watercress Method Marinate the salmon fillets in the teriyaki marinade for 10 minutes, turning them over halfway through. Meanwhile, make up a dressing by mixing the orange juice with the soy sauce and groundnut oil and season with plenty of black pepper.

Cook the soba noodles following pack instructions and drain. Mix with the dressing.

Heat a frying pan over a moderate heat. Cook the salmon for 5 minutes turning over halfway through. Stir the watercress into the soba noodles, divide between 4 plates and top with salmon.

Strawberry & Blackberry Clafoutis Serves 6 Preparation time: 15 mins Cooking time: 35 mins Ingredients A little butter for greasing 150g Sweet Eve strawberries, halved 150g blackberries 1 tbsp brandy 60g plain flour 1\2 level tsp baking powder 100g caster sugar pinch salt 3 large free range eggs 1\2 tsp vanilla extract 250ml single cream icing sugar for dusting www.sweetevestrawberry.co.uk

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Method Preheat the oven to 180c and grease a baking dish. In a bowl mix the strawberries and blackberries with the brandy and allow to sit. Sift the flour into a bowl and stir in the baking powder, sugar and salt. In a separate, dish whisk the eggs, vanilla and cream together then slowly add the mix to the flour, stirring until you have a smooth batter. Place the brandied fruit into the greased dish arranging it so that the rounded sides of the strawberries face upwards and pour the batter over the top. Bake for 35 minutes until puffed up and golden brown. Remove from the oven, dust with the icing sugar and serve.

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Serve this fruity dessert with a dollop of crème fraÎche

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Send listings info@link-mag.co.uk KEY SERVICES Longridge Police Station 01772 209583 (non-emergency calls) Clitheroe Police Station 01200 443344 (non-emergency calls) Lancashire Fire and Rescue Nelson, 01282 612312 Clitheroe Fire Station 01200 442148 (non-emergency calls) Ribble Valley Borough Council 01200 425111 Citizens Advice Bureau Ribble Valley admin 01200 427336 advice line 01200 4 Water (United Utilities) 0845 746 2200 or 01925 714810 (Textphone 0808 143 0295) Electricity (Electricity Northwest) 0800 195 4141 (Textphone 0800 458 9767) National Grid 0800 111 999 (electricity and gas networks) Environment Agency 0800 807060 (incident reporting) 0845 988 1188 (floodline) (Type Talk 0845 602 6340) Health and Safety Executive 0845 345 0055 HEALTH Clitheroe Community Hospital Chatburn Road, Clitheroe, BB7 4JX 01254 263555 NHS Direct (24hr Service) Tel: 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Samaritans 01524 616666 – 01539 741444 Community Mental Health Team Ribble Valley Healthy Minds Team 01200 420499 Healthwatch Lancashire 0300 303 8811

Branch 01772 433645 Drugs Talk to Frank 0800 776600 East Lancashire Women’s Refuge Association 01282 414130 Heartbeat (Cardiac Rehabilitation/ Support Preston 01772 717147 Hyndburn and Ribble Valley (HARV) Domestic Violence Team 01254 879855 Help Direct 0303 3331021 Mental Health Help Line 0500 639 000 Missing People 0500 700 700 (24hr) Nar-Anon Family Groups 08455 390 193 Narcotics Anonymous 0300 999 1212 National Debt Line 0808 808 4000 National Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247 NHS Stop Smoking Helpine 01524 845145 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection 0808 800 5000 Parent Line Plus 0808 800 2222 Paws for Kids (Pet fostering service for victims of domestic abuse in shelter) 01204 394 842 Ribble Valley Counselling 07929337381 LOCAL SERVICES Household Waste Recycling Centres 0845 0500957 Neighbourhood Watch www.neighbourhoodwatch.net

TRANSPORT Manchester Airport 0871 271 0711 UK Passport Advice 0300 222 0000 Highways Agency 0300 123 5000 County traveline service 0871 200 22 33 Bus services: Transdev Lancashire United 0845 2 72 72 72 Clitheroe Interchange 01200 429832 Clitheroe Train Station 0808 156 1606 Traveline Service 0871 200 22 33 National Express 08717 818 181 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Northern Rail 0845 600 1159 Transpennine Express 0845 600 1671 Virgin Trains 08457 222 333 The Royal British Legion 0808 802 8080 (Freephone National Number) OFFICIAL BODIES Consumer Advice 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Social Services 01772 254868 Tax Credit Help Line 0845 300 3900 TV Licensing 0300 790 6144

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CHARITY Age UK Ribble Valley 0300 303 1234 Cats Protection Preston 0845 177 0708 Carers Trust 01200 422104 RSPCA National Cruelty Helpline To report a mistreated, neglected, injured HELPLINES 22 Groups 020 7403 0888 or distressed animal call 0300 1234 999.

Al-Anon Family This is a 24 hour service www.al-anonuk.org.uk Alcoholics Anonymous0845 769 7555 RSPCA Lancashire East Branch 6 Saint James’s Street, Burnley, Child Death Help Line 0800 282 986 Lancashire BB11 1NG. T: 01282 437770 Child Line Tel: 0800 1111 RSPCA (Charity Shop) Community Drugs Team 33 Castle Street, Clitheroe BB7 2BT 01257 230452 01200 425176 Cruse Bereavement East Lancs

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All listings may be subject to editing and included space permitting. Free listings for local charity events, groups, annual events held at community buildings i.e. churches, centre’s etc, will be included. All other listing may be subject to lineage or space charge. LINK-MAG is not liable for any inaccuracies within the listing supplied.

Send all listings to events@link-mag.co.uk cleaning costs. The Vicarage, Shire Lane Hurst Green,

COMMUNITY RIBBLE VALLEY VISITOR INFORMATION Station Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 2JT

Opening times Monday - Friday: 10.00am - 5.00pm.

Saturday: 10.00am - 4.30pm

Tel: 01200 425566, Email: tourism@www.ribblevalley. gov.uk. www.visitribblevalley.co.uk CLITHEROE LIBRARY Church Street , Clitheroe , Lancashire, BB7 2DG Opening times; Monday 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 9am - 6pm, Wednesday 9am - 5pm, Thursday 9am - 6pm, Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 4pm, Sunday Closed Tel: 0300 123 6703. Email: clitheroe.library@lancashire. gov.uk, http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries-andarchives/libraries/find-a-library/Clitheroe-library.aspx WHALLEY LIBRARY Abbey Road , Whalley, Clitheroe , Lancashire, BB7 9RS Opening times; Monday 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 9am - 6pm, Wednesday 9am - 5pm, Thursday Closed, Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 12pm, Sunday Closed Tel: 0300 123 6703, whalley.library@lancashire.gov.uk, http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries-and-archives/ libraries/find-a-library/Whalley-library.aspx HURST GREEN ST JOHN’S OLD SCHOOL HALL

The School Hall, originally a Church of England primary school, has been modernised to provide an adaptable and comfortable facility, which is ideal for parties, meetings, christenings and events which require more compact accommodation than a village hall.

Inside there is a meeting room with good lighting and heating, which leads through to a smaller room overlooking fields. It has a kitchen complete with range cooker, toilets, ample car parking, projection facilities and a garden. The maximum capacity of the Hall is about 80 people. The Old School Hall is easily accessible from Whalley, Clitheroe, Ribchester and Preston.

24 Hire cost and conditions: Hire sessions are split into mornings, afternoons and/or evenings. Cost per session is as follows; • £35.00 to Church membership and villagers, • £40.00 otherwise, • £50.00 to professional bodies A deposit of £25.00 will be required when booking, payable by cheque to ‘St Johns Old School Charity’ The deposit will be additional to the above fees and will be returned only if the hall is left clean, tidy and undamaged, otherwise it will be retained to offset the

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Clitheroe BB7 9QR. Telephone: 01254 826686, Website: www.hurst-green.co.uk/?page_id=153 CLITHEROE ST MARY’S CENTRE

At the heart of Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley community. We are the leading established, inclusive and accessible Community and Arts venue, serving Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley. If you need somewhere to hold an event or meeting, stage a show or private function, as a “one off” or a regular occurrence, then we have the space for you. The hall is available to hire for a variety of uses and is well located in the centre of Clitheroe.

St Mary’s Centre, Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 2DG. Telephone: 01200 425522. Email: information@ clitheroecentre.co.uk, www.clitheroecentre.co.uk THE PLATFORM GALLERY

The Platform for Contemporary Craft in Lancashire.

Come and marvel at the unparalled quality of talent as you step inside the inviting glass doors of the Platform Gallery, set in the heart of historic Clitheroe.

This old converted train station provides an airy and contemporary backdrop to some marvellous and superbly co-ordinated exhibitions that you would expect to see in the bigger city art galleries. As the only one of its kind in the North West the Platform Gallery has an emphasis on high quality and original craftwork made in Britain. Providing up to 4 creative exhibitions per year, showcasing solo, group and themed displays and an ever-changing craft shop.

Platform Gallery and Visitor Information Centre, Station Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2JT. Tel: 01200 425566 www.ribblevalley.gov.uk/info/200303/platform_gallery RIBBLE VALLEY ARTS TRAIL

A flurry of first-rate art galleries and exhibition spaces have opened in the area in recent years and the Ribble Valley is also home to some outstanding public art projects, such as the Clitheroe Castle Labyrinth and Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail. At 300 square miles, most of which is in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Ribble Valley offers peaceful and panoramic views as well as plenty of inspiration for creative minds and art enthusiasts.

The Ribble Valley Arts Trail is putting visual arts in the Ribble Valley on the map and it is hoped the trail will expand in the future to include other art forms and exhibition spaces.

Platform Gallery, Clitheroe (01200 425566) | ribblevalleyartstrail@gmail.com www. ribblevalleyartstrail.co.uk

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LONGRIDGE CIVIC HALL

Max capacity 440, Seated capacity 350, Kitchen, Onsite carpark max cars 200

Longridge Civic Hall, Willows Park Lane, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3HJ. Telephone: 01772 780607, Email: longridgesec@gmail.com, www. longridgetowncouncil.com/civic-hall-and-gym.html THE RIBBLE VALLEY ARTS ALLIANCE

The aim of the Ribble Valley Arts Alliance (RVAA) is to promote local artists, organisations and venues, and to improve community participation in creative and cultural activities across all sectors.

The Ribble Valley Arts Alliance supports artists and organisations to network and work in partnership, on a wide range of events and activity’s. With the key aim of benefiting local people and to raise the profile of Ribble Valley arts to a wider audience. These include artists networking and promotional events, performances, joint marketing, visual arts exhibitions, discussion groups and the development of the RVAA website www. ribblevalleyarts.org Are you a Ribble Valley resident or business and want to be included on the site? Contact Arts Development for an application form and/or information on the free web directory and what’s on listings.

Email: arts.development@ribblevalley.gov.uk, Telephone: 01200 425566, Fax: 01200 414556 Platform Gallery, Station Road, Clitheroe, BB7 2JT CHATBURN VILLAGE HALL

The hall was gifted to the village in 1948 with the parish council being the holding trustees. It is run by a separate committee who are the management trustees.

The ground floor consists of an L shaped room capable of holding 40 people seated, there is a small but basic kitchen, two WCs one of which is fitted for disabled use.

Downham Road, Chatburn. Telephone: 01200441185, Email: jfkridgway@btinternet.com. www.chatburnvillage. org.uk/Village_hall.html CLITHEROE MARKET

The market is located a short distance from the Train station and Bus station (Clitheroe Interchange) and is in the heart of Clitheroe town centre. There is a pay and display car park directly next to the market.

Clitheroe Market is open the following days: Tuesday 9.00am - 4.00pm Thursday 9.00am - 4.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm (Retail Market Cabins only on Thursday 9.00am 4.00pm) Antique/Flea Market on a Friday open all year round, including Bank Holidays.

Car park ; 70 space Car Park adjacent to the Market.

See Market car park for prices and information.

GRINDLETON PAVILION

Grindleton Pavilion opened in 2012 and provides a modern community hall and meeting room-an ideal venue for all sorts of events. It is particularly popular for family parties, christenings and children’s parties as the doors from the hall open straight onto the enclosed children’s play area. The facilities are also ideal for meetings, large or small, and the main hall has state of the art projection and sound facilities.

Details of the Pavilion, including photos and hire charges, can be seen on Grindleton Village website www.grindleton.org, contact details: email grindletonpavilion@gmail.com or phone 07805 714217

REGULAR EVENTS

ZUMBA WITH YVETTE

(Starts 3rd September) Thursdays 6pm at Clitheroe St Mary Centre. Suitable for ladies of all ages & fitness levels. Tel: 07540 777240. Email: maubacklang@yahoo.

co.uk Web: www.yvettem.zumba.com Facebook: Dance Fitness Ribble Valley.

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL - IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF LORD OF THE RINGS & THE HOBBIT AUTHOR, J.R.R. TOLKIEN

Walk in the footsteps of author J.R.R. Tolkien who regularly stayed at Stonyhurst College in the Ribble Valley. This walk explores the richly beautiful surrounding that inspired him and a number of names occur in ‘The Lord of the Rings’. Hurst Green, Hurst Green is

8km /5miles west of Clitheroe and 15km/91/2 miles north east of Preston on the B6243. There is limited car parking in the village. Buses running between Clitheroe, Whalley and Preston serve Hurst Green. For details, contact Traveline on 0870 608 2 608. For details on the trail Tel: 01200 425566 CLITHEROE RAMBLERS

Cover the heart of the Ribble Valley, with the Forest of Bowland AONB on our doorstep, both east and west! The Yorkshire Dales, Arnside and Silverdale and the Pennines are all only a short distance away and are frequently visited. Clitheroe Ramblers are a very active and friendly Group, have over 250 members, over 120 walks per year and are fortunate in having nearly 50 leaders. We are always delighted to welcome new members. Weekend Walks are every Saturday or Sunday, Tuesday Walks and Wednesday Evening Walks.

We meet at Chester Avenue car park in Clitheroe for all walks except Wednesday evening walks, which meet at the start of the walk. Chester Avenue car park is behind the train station and Interchange (SD741421). We encourage walkers to meet at Chester Avenue to share cars and to give lifts to people without cars. If you wish to go direct to the start of the walk, please contact the leader to confirm details.

www.clitheroeramblers.co.uk Email: membership@clitheroeramblers.co.uk

CLITHEROE COLLECTORS MARKET AND CAR BOOT SALE

Collectors Market and Car Boot Sale. Open EVERY Sunday come rain or shine. Established 1989. Indoor and Outdoor stalls and spaces from just £15. Room for 400 stalls. Good buying. Good selling. Great facilities.

Tables to rent or bring your own. Gates open 6.00am in summer 7.00am in winter. No need to book just turn up.

Salthill Industrial Estate, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, BB7 1QW. T: 01253 782828. www.hoylespromotions.co.uk RIBBLE VALLEY SENIORS FORUM

The forum provides a voice for all older people living within the Ribble Valley, anyone is welcometo attend, but the group is particularly keen to involve those aged 50+. Members are unpaid and therefore passionate about the voluntary work they are committed to in the community. We feel that personal experience is vital in understanding the problems and difficulties with which the older generation is faced. We have a good working relationship with many older people’s organisations but are entirely independent and non-political. The Forum meets about every 6 weeks in different locations, and usually has an interesting speaker. Our meetings are open to all - come along and meet new people, and help to make a diffference. The group meets at various locations around the Ribble Valley. Charges are a contribution to the lunch.

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RIBBLE VALLEY JAZZ & BLUES CLUB

RIBBLE VALE FLORAL GROUP

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues’ mission is to promote and develop the cultural, economic and social benefits of Jazz & Blues music to individuals and communities in the North West from its base in Clitheroe and Ribble Valley.

We are creating a thriving Jazz & Blues community involving both musicians and fans in planning and developing Jazz & Blues appreciation and participation.

We work collaboratively with voluntary, public and private sector organisations who have a mutual interests in promoting the cultural, economic and social assets of Clitheroe & Ribble Valley.

Do you want an evening out with a difference? If so, then try our friendly welcoming group.We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month (except July and December) at 7-30 in St Andrew’s Church hall, Ashton PR2 1HR: junction of Blackpool/Tulketh Road, for floral demonstrations by talented and entertaining demonstrators. So why not join us for an enjoyable evening of flowers, fun and friendship, with a chance to win one of the fabulous arrangements in the raffle. All this for £40-00 a year for members, £6-00 per visit for visitors. We warmly welcome visitors and new members.

For further details contact Bernice 01772 494141”

STEPPING OUT - SUNDAY WALKS

RIBCHESTER AMATEUR THEATRICAL SOCIETY

Further info at www.rvjazzandblues.co.uk

Location: Platform Gallery AT14:00, Cost: Free, Gentle pace. One to one and a half miles. About one hour

For further details contact 01200 414484

DIABETES UK RIBBLE VALLEY GROUP

One of over 350 voluntary groups situated throughout the UK. Our goal is to provide support and educate people living with diabetes, as well as their family, friends and anyone else who is interested in knowing more about diabetes. We encourage those interested to attend our group meetings which are a welcoming and social environment for people to discuss diabetes and its effects. Support and companionship are some of the simplest yet most important aspects of living with diabetes - this is why our group exists and we want to help in any way that we can.

Group meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at: Clitheroe Rugby Club, Littlemoor Road, Clitheroe, commencing at 7.30pm - refreshments available and transport provided if needed. www.ribble-valley.diabetesukgroup.org THE RIBBLE VALLEY SUB-AQUA CLUB (RVSAC)

The 0594 branch of the BSAC (British Sub-Aqua Club).

We train and dive using the latest BSAC standards and currently have 36 diver members. The club meets socially Thursday from 9:00pm at the Clitheroe

Conservative Club, Castle Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2BT

and some come following an evening ‘pool’ training session at the Ribblesdale Pool, Edisford Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 3LA (8.45 to 9.45) What benefits do you get from joining RVSAC? Apart from the organised dive trips throughout the year, monthly training and experience dives, free air fills, use of our fantastic 5.8 metre Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) / equipment and the crazy social life connected with RVSAC - absolutely nothing!

www.rvsac.org, Email: info@rvsac.org

RIBBLE VALLEY CYCLING AND RACING CLUB As one of Preston’s foremost cycling clubs, we have a tradition of providing cycling opportunities for people of all ages for nearly 60 years. Whether you’re an experienced rider, or someone who wants a leisurely hobby to take part in, we’re sure to have something for you. The club currently has about 150 members and the cycling activities we take part in include Road Racing, Time Trialling, Mountain Biking, Weekly Club Runs, Social Rides, Touring, Audax, Sportives, Track Riding at the Velodrome, Training Rides, Spinning 26 Cyclo Cross, and more. Information about Ribble Valley Cycling Club membership including costs and benefits, can be found on our website. If you feel Ribble Valley Cycling Club is for you, or if you want some more information, please contact us via our website. We look forward to welcoming you as a member!

Ribchester Amateur Theatrical Society perform plays and pantomimes in the village of Ribchester, Lancashire.

The society enjoys large audiences from all over the North West and prides itself on producing high quality productions. Our aim is to encourage new members to join the society either in a back stage capacity or as a performer. New members of all ages are welcome from Ribchester and the surrounding villages in the Ribble Valley. We perform in the Ribchester Parochial Hall and our productions usually start at 7.30pm. Tickets are £6 for adults and £3.00 for children.

Email: ribrats@yahoo.com, Facebook: RibchesterAmateur-Theatrical-Society ROTARY CLUB OF CLITHEROE

The Rotary Club of Clitheroe is one of 34,000 Rotary clubs throughout the World, and the 50+ members of our club are amongst 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide. In the UK there are approximately 1,800 clubs and 50,000 Rotarians – men and women, young and not so young, from all walks of life. The Rotary Club of Clitheroe meets every week, usually Thursday lunchtime (but occasionally in the evening) to enjoy friendship, network, plan and undertake projects that will benefit the lives of others.

Our aim is to help improve the lives of people in our local community and throughout the world.

www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.php?ClubID=1150 CLITHEROE PARISH CHURCH AMATEUR OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY

We are a society whose aim is to provide live entertainment in Clitheroe and enjoy ourselves in the process. We have two regular productions during the year which are a Musical in February and a Play in October.

The Society operates under the umbrella of Clitheroe Parish Church but we are open to all and would like to extend a very warm welcome to anyone who would like to join the team and help with our productions. We are always looking for people to help out in all departments – acting, singing or dancing – building sets or painting scenery – helping with lighting or props – selling tickets or making tea. We meet to rehearse and perform at St. Marys Centre, which is at the top of Church Brow, across from Clitheroe Parish Church. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm when we are preparing for a show. (usually October to February for the musical and August to October for the play)

Whether you want to be involved throughout the year or just during show weeks, please send us an e-mail or come along to one of our rehearsals at St. Mary’s Centre and say hello. Or if you prefer to give us a call, ring Brian, our Chairman, on 01254 248679. Don’t be shy, give us a try! www.thopera.co.uk

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KNIT AND NATTER

All levels welcome, friendly advice and guidance is at hand if needed. A small group all different levels and ages meet between 2-4pm every Thursday at the café.

While knitting we natter about all sorts of topics!

Potters Barn, The Old Barn, Church Street, Ribchester, PR3 3YE. Tel: 01254 878431. www.potters-barn.com, info@potters-barn.com WHALLEY ART GROUP

Multi media painting group. Meets on Wednesdays during term time at Whalley Old Grammar School.

Info: Jean Holt jeaninwhalley@ gmail.com WHALLEY LIFE DRAWING GROUP

Meets every Tuesday evening in term time at Whalley Village Hall. We meet at 6.30pm and draw between 7pm and 9pm. Adult beginners and experienced artists are equally welcome.

Contact either Jean Holt jeaninwhalley@gmail.com or Pat Ellacott patellacott@btconnect.com for more info THE RIBBLE VALLEY VISUALLY IMPARED GROUP

Every Monday evening at St. Michael and St. Johns social centre, Lowergate, Clitheroe. 7:30pm start. On the second and fourth Wednesday of every month its a day out to places of interest

Contact 01254 246772 for further information

MELLOR BROOK & DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTRE 7 Whalley Road, Mellor Brook, Blackburn, BB2 7PR Mondays: Toddlers, Zumba, Brownies, Pilates, Ukulele for Beginners. Tuesdays: Computer Club, Women’s Institute, Yoga. Wednesdays: Age UK Exercise Class, Beavers, Somatics, Whist. Thurdays: Thursday Club, Ancestry Club, Cubs & Scouts. Fridays: Dates available for private functions. Saturdays: Dates available for private functions. Sundays: Dates available for private functions. Tel: 07436 271153, Email: rachaelvcalvey@ hotmail.com, www.mellorbrook.org FLOWER CLUB Whalley and District Flower Club meet on the 2nd Thursday each month (apart from July and August) at St. Michael & St. John’s Social Centre, Lowergate.

CLITHEROE, BB7 1AG. We are a very friendly bunch of people who gather to watch expert demonstrators who style flowers into amazing arrangements while they relate tales that entertain and amuse us. Come and join us, buy a raffle ticket and maybe win a stunning arrangement to take home. Membership £34 per year, while visitors are £6 including refreshments.

We do hope you will come and visit. For further details contact our Chairperson Carole 01282 772143.

CLITHEROE MOUNTAINEERING CLUB Clitheroe Mountaineering Club is a small, but very active group of people sharing a common interest in mountain activities. Mountain walking remains the main interest of most members. However there are others who also rock climb, snow and ice climb, mountain camp and mountain bike. New members, whatever their level of experience, are always welcomed into the club and are encouraged to play an active part in its affairs. Our main activities are monthly social meets (on a Thursday evening where there is often a guest speaker and always a bar!) and monthly outdoor meets (usually one Sunday per month and one weekend per month).

Our climbers now have a ‘blog’ which you can see on this link: http://clitheroeclimbers.blogspot.co.uk/

THIS MONTH CLITHEROE MOUNTAINEERING CLUB Upcoming events: Thursday 3rd September- Day walking meet at Buckden Pike, leaving Clitheroe cricket club car park at 9am.

Details from Chris Smitton tel. 01200 426617.

Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September- Weekend meet at Low House climbing hut, Coniston. Details from Chris Smitton tel. 01200 426617.

Sunday 13th September- Rock climbing meet. Details from Anne Daykin tel. 01200 425841.

Thursday 17th September- Indoor meeting at 8pm in Clitheroe Cricket Club, an illustrated talk about the Picos de Europa and Northern Spain.

Sunday 20th September- Day walking meet at Hartsop, above and beyond, leaving Clitheroe Council Offices car park at 8am. Details from Shaun Woodward tel. 0161 445 7848.

BROUGHTON FLOWER, HORTICULTURAL & CRAFT SHOW Saturday 5th September, 11.45 am St. Martin’s Hall, Broadway, Fulwood, PR2 9TH Entries are welcome for a wide range of interests, including flowers, vegetables, plants, produce, confectionery, handicrafts, art and photographs, as well as classes for children.

For full details, please visit our website at www. broughtonshow.com SLACK ALICE & SOLID ROCK 19th September, 7pm The Grand, 18 York Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DL

Well seasoned night of regional rock featuring the long established Slack Alice, fronted by founder and singer Cliff Stocker and featuring an experienced line-up of musicians including Colin Redmond and Chris Preston (guitars), Liam Barber (drums) and Alan Sagar (bass).

This double-bill also features Ribble Valley band Solid Rock, who return to The Grand for the first time since they debuted three years ago. Tickets £7.50 adv

LUNCHTIME LIVE JAZZ FRIDAYS @ THE www.thegrandvenue.co.uk, Telephone (01200) 421599.

GRAND At The Grand Theatre, York Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DG Email hello@thegrandvenue.co.uk from 12:00 - 14:00. Cost: £12. Weekly lunchtime jazz sessions at The Grand each Friday - bringing excellent local & regional bands to Clitheroe in the best possible theatre environment. Watch The Grand web site for variations. The only weekday lunchtime jazz session in the North West! A relaxed environment with lunch (one course meal) included in the £12 admission alternative lower cost admission and chance to get drinks and snacks. www.thegrandvenue.co.uk

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CLITHEROE CONCERTS SOCIETY Meets at the Clitheroe Royal Grammar School,York Street, which is very close to the bus stops and has easy free parking within yards of the entrance, which is level. Nonmembers of the Society are welcome and may book tickets in advance or on the door.

Music ranges from the seventeenth century, right up to 2015. Tiered seating ensures a perfect view. Entrance is £15 but includes a free programme booklet about the musicians and the music. Joining the Society gives tickets for all the six winter concerts at a very substantial reduction in cost.

An extraordinary piano trio from Japan who play from memory with no music starts the season on October 7th.

This is the Fujita Piano Trio, three sisters. All the details,

including booking advance tickets and joining the Society can be found on http://www.clitheroeconcerts. org/

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