Welcome to the March Issue of Local Living
As I write this, its 10 degrees outside and a beautiful sunny day. The ducklings hatched on the pond facing us in time for Christmas; so will March bring the March winds or the April showers?
Do you fancy trying something new?
Wigan Bridge Group are welcoming new members and offering lessons from the 17th April, why not pay them a visit and meet a new set of friends whilst keep your mind active, details on page 6.
We have you covered from the start of your project if you need an architect, electrician, joiner, painter, plasterer, plumbers and then into the garden!
Do you have a small business you want to shout about?
Please send us your good news stories. Let us help you build your customer base. Our magazines reach 15000 homes locally everymonth, in a much larger A4 format to enhance your business.
Did you know you can advertise your voluntary groups here for free?
Scouts , Girl guides, Art groups, Women's Institute, Knitting, Church Activities………..
Get in touch today. Tel: 07864641213
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Deadline for April is 20th March
Love, The Joneses x
BIG About Kids CIC
Run children's sessions and community events in Ashton In Makerfield. Based in Ashton library, we run low cost fun children's sessions from birth onwards aimed at learning through play, active fun and children's and adults socialisation. All of our sessions are bookable online or please message us via face book if you need help with booking. Session costs range from £2 - £2.50 for one adult and one child, additional children are charged at £1-£1.50.
Toys and Toast
A relaxed free play session, rhymes, snacks, brews and all the toys you could ever want to see! Tuesday mornings, Ashton Library 10am - 11.30am
Beacon Beebies
Mondays 10am - 11.30am - baby and toddler group, for free play, crafts, singing & snacks
Stubshaw Cross Independent Methodist Church, run by the Beacon Church. All under 5’s and their parents or carers are welcome. £1 donation each week.
Ashton Town FC
February saw the team catch up on the missed games thanks to the friendlier weather.
Follow on Facebook for news of their March fixtures. Bring the whole family, enjoy live football throughout the day in the Tap House Club, try one their famous gourmet burgers on the hot grill and a huge choice of beers.
Ashton’s burger broke the internet with over 3 million views on Twitter!!
Please be respectful of our neighbours when parking.
Checkout the teams Facebook page for the latest fixture details:
£6 Adults
£3—Concessions
HEBS Groups Stadium
WN4 8SL
Winter Training Mondays @ 7pm
• Recruiting NOW for GIRLS
• in school years 9, 10 & 11
• No experience needed, just turn up and join in
• Learn a new sport
• Meet new friends
• Build confidence
• Ideal fitness activity
• Be part of our future success
• DBS certified staff
Golborne High School All Weather Pitch (Behind the High School), Lowton Road WA3 3EL For more info: Tel 07368465128 Www.golborneparkside.com
MLS Garden Services
Have a look on Facebook at some of the gardens Mark has completed locally.
For all your gardening needs no job is too big or too small.
Quality landscaping, Artificial grass and regular garden maintenance.
Find him on Wigan Council Trading Standards: Good Trader Scheme
Contact Mark: 07927 960281
Bridge for Beginners
Mondays at 7.15pm
Lessons starting on 17th April 2023 with introduction and registration & then 8 lessons each 2¾ hours. Learn to play this great game in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Keep your mind active, meet new friends over a cup of tea or coffee and keep warm!
All welcome
Wigan Bridge Club
38 Bridgeman Terrace
Wigan WN1 1TT
Tel: Secretary: Shaun Frayne 07763 809 257
Tutor: John Gooch 01257 266288
Church Lane Community Centre in Lowton
Pre-Covid the Community Centre was a hive of activity and was booked up quickly but as luck would have it, they have had some time slots become available . Book a regular time slot or as a one off.
With a new easy online booking system in place.
Great Size Hall
Kitchen Facilities
Tables & Chairs
Toilets
Wheelchair friendly
Parking
Bookings for one off events or weekly sessions
Day or Evening slots available
Church Lane Community Centre , Lowton WA3 2RZ
Contact for enquiries/bookings
Email: churchlane@douglasvalley.org.uk
Church Lane Community Centre, Lowton, WA3 2RZ
