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Deadline for February 13th January
Bereavement Café
We are a relaxed & friendly support group for anyone suffering grief or loss.
Tea Junction Café Railway Road, Leigh Thursday 7pm-8.30pm - 9th & 23rd January
Coffee & Chat
Pop in for a cuppa in a friendly environment every Thursday, 9-11.45am
St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton,WA3 1EW Tea, coffee hot buttered toast and teacakes available.
“Good As New” Shop
St. Thomas’ Church Golborne, WA3 3TH
Open from 10am - 12:00pm Every Thursday.
Light refreshments will be served.
Heath Street Methodist Church
‘
WARM SPACE’ run daily Coffee Mornings 9 11am
(except Wednesdays) . All welcome.
Our weekly service is Sunday 11am
Lowton & Golborne Community Church
Join us for a friendly tea or coffee at our Community Café every Tuesday 9am 12 pm,
We have a play area for Mums and toddlers .
149a Lowton Road Golborne, WA3 3HT
Pennington Wharf Community Hub
Craft & chat, Tuesdays 10.30 12.30 & Wednesdays 7-9
Play & stay for babies & toddlers Tuesdays 10.30 12.30
£1 to include a brew
Red Lion Bowling
Interested in Crown Green Bowling at the Red Lion, Lanehead, Lowton?
We have 3 teams -
Monday 19.00 - Hindley League male
Tuesday 13.45 - Newton Senior League male
Wednesday 19.00 - Leigh Parks League -male & female. Beginners are more than welcome to join us and learn the game.
If you are interested in playing in any of these teams for the Red Lion please contact Phil on 07954 380132
St Luke’s Church
Knit & Natter Group £1 includes refreshments
Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 2 –4pm
Anyone can attend , any type of craft
All welcome to pop in for a chat and a cuppa
Church Lane, Lowton
St Mary’s Church
Lowton St. Mary's Church is open for visitors on Mondays & Fridays 10.00 - 11.30am, Everyone is welcome. Just passing by, feel free to drop in and have a look around, have a chat or sit quietly. If the welcome sign is out then we are open.
Lowton Community Centre, Church Lane, Lowton, WA3 2RZ.
Friday’s at 19:00
Dennis: 07547 948503 or Lita: 07910 857195
Lowton WI held their final meeting of 2024, which was our Christmas Party. Our members came along in their sparkles and Christmas jumpers to enjoy a hearty supper of hot pot or butter pie supplied locally by Taylors, this was followed by mince pies, chocolates and a healthy option satsuma.
While letting their supper go down, we had a quiz, followed by a game of Play your cards right which caused quite some excitement.
To close the evening, our President and committee gave an alternative version of the twelve days of Christmas before our ladies collected their Secret Santa gift on their way home. Many of our ladies again brought Christmas gifts which will be shared between the Wigan and Leigh Womens refuge and the Young Carers.
We look forward to 2025 when the first meeting will be on the Thursday 6th February at Lowton Social Club at 7.15pm. If any ladies are looking for a new interest in 2025 why not give the WI a try.
For further details and to arrange a visit phone Val Barrow on 07419 335330.
Another fabulous attendance for the switch on of the Tree Lights at St Lukes Church. A massive thankyou to all the organisers. If you can help next year please get in touch, they are always grateful for helpers. It is all organised by volunteers.
Do you organise the light switch on in other areas of Lowton and Golborne? Please do send us your dates early October next year to be included in our magazine.
The English Karate Academy have returned home from the WUKF European Karate Championships in Poland with an impressive haul of 19 medals an extraordinary achievement for a team of just 13 competitors. The club train locally at Leigh Sports Village and also at their Dojo in Culcheth. Competing against the best in Europe, the EKA fighters showcased exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship, securing gold, silver, and bronze medals across both individual and team events. The results not only highlight the individual talents of the athletes but also underscore the strength of the academy's training programs and the dedication of its coaches.
"We are incredibly proud of what our athletes have achieved in Poland," said Sensei Aneliese Foxwell, Head Coach at the English Karate Academy. "To bring home 19 medals with just 13 competitors is an incredible feat and a testament to the talent, commitment, and teamwork within the academy. Every one of our athletes gave their best, and the results speak for themselves. I’m so proud of our team!"
Two super slimmer's from Lowton have been named Slimming World Icons both winning a brand new competition designed to celebrate standout Slimming World members who have transformed themselves inside and out.
Emma has lost an amazing 7 stone and Jen has lost 6 1/2 stone both ladies have been following Slimming Worlds food optimising eating plan whilst also embarking on Slimming Worlds Body Magic plan, which has encouraged both ladies to make activity a part of their daily life.
THURSDAY & SATURDAY
Lowton
Travelodge 322 Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 1HD
Thursday 5.30pm & 7pm, Saturday 8am & 9.45am Call Vicki 07941 482466
OUR NEAREST CLUB IS LEIGH
AEW PAINTING, DECORATING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
35yrs experience. City & Guilds
Qualified. All aspects of interior and exterior works carried out. No job too small. Specialising in wallpapering. Professional, Reliable and Quality Workmanship. FREE ESTIMATES
Tel: 07921 504602 or 01942 672582
aewood@btinternet.com
AJD PLASTERING
Professional & Reliable
High Standard of Work
Over 10 years experience No job too big or small For a free quote call Andrew on 07521 967031
ARCHITECT SERVICES
Lowton based architect for your property conversion designs including submission to local authorities for planning and building regulation consideration. Excellent service with quality drawings at competitive prices. Ring Gavin Pinion at Goldcrest Design Services Ltd on 01942 729832 or 07958102874
GARSTANGS TV SALES/SERVICE
LOWTON
Repairs to all makes of TV’s, Hifi’s and Computers. Over 40 years experience in the trade Free Estimates Call Colin: 01942 272666/07870 410244
HOYLES PROFESSIONAL CARPET SOFA, RUG AND LEATHER CLEANING SPECIALIST
All domestic and commercial work carried out by our team of qualified technicians with over 30 years in the cleaning industry. Our services include Leather Cleaning, Conditioning and Restoration Work, Carpet, Upholstery, Rug & Hard Floor Cleaning.
CALL HOYLES TODAY ON 01942 711750 / 07831 481771 www.carpetcleanerswarrington.com
LOWTON & GOLBORNE AIRPORT TAXIS
Holiday in comfort & style in our beautifully presented vehicles piloted by our professional drivers. Exceptional customer service featuring our peace of mind courtesy call the day before your holiday & our meet & greet service inside the terminal building on your return journey.
Tel 01942 269919
WhatsApp 07732578966 www.longfordsairporttaxis.co.uk
PHOENIX SECURITY ALARMS LTD
Intruder Alarm Installation
Home CCTV Installation
Door Access
Security Lighting
Service & Fault Finding
24 Hour Callout
Police Monitoring
SSAIB Approved
Call 07495 259774
Email phoenix172@hotmail.com
ROOFING
Time served roofer (25yrs Experience)
All roofing and gutter repairs, from a broken tile to a full re-roof. Insurance work undertaken, special rates for OAP’s. Call Alan on 07930 110031 for free estimates
TELEVISON AERIAL, SATELLITE, CCTV SERVICES
Lowton based. Over 30 years experience. Professional and reliable. Discrete installation with high quality materials for homes and businesses. I am fully insured All work is fully guaranteed. Daytime or Evening appointments contact Alex: 01942 670862 / 07973 747307 or email alexacsa@hotmail.com www.aerial-services.net
UPHOLSTERY DESIGNS
Atlas Upholstery Design Services. Specialist in the re-upholstery of Settees, Easy Chairs, Dining Chairs etc. Headboards recovered and made to order. Spring repairs etc. Do you need new foam cushion? Pubs, Clubs, Caravans recovered etc. 40 years In the trade. Workmanship guaranteed. Free Estimates.
Call David on :01942 729978 www.atlasupholstery.co.uk
WANTED MEMORABILIA
Football, Rugby, Racing and all Sports Programmes and Memorabilia, Before 1957 is preferred, but all other years will be considered.
Cash paid by genuine local collector.
Call Steve on 07437 759100