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WHERE TO SHOP AND HANG OUT
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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
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ANYTHING ELSE?
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Norland College; Steve Banable of S & L Banable Butchers;
Oldfield Park Bookshop; OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP: The Oyster Shell; BOTTOM: Two Tunnels cycle path
WHERE DO THE LOCALS LOVE?
“For children and adults alike we love the Oldfield Park Bookshop. The staff are so helpful in finding the best books!” Leigh Samways co-owner of Francis DIY Limited “The Moorland Road Flower Day was one of my favourite events of the year. It was a great day to see the neighbours and to have a chat. For such a small place, the flowers looked amazing and the event was well organised.” Jo Brimble, placement manager at Norland College “Every local business does their own thing, so we’re spoilt for choice. For coffee, a great bacon butty or breakfast, I’d visit Hannah at The Grumpy Baker. If you’re vegan, we’ve got Roy’s Vegan Café, you can get your pizza fix at Fire and Brew, and burgers just across the road at Magu. We always go for a beer at Velo Lounge after work on a Saturday night after shift. If you’re buying fresh fruit and veg, Stokes is great.” Dan Rosser, co-owner of The Oyster Shell “Adult ballet and tap dancing classes on a Saturday morning at La Scala Studios taught by Fi from Beats Dance. So welcoming and accessible to all stages of dancer; it’s a really lovely way to kick off the weekend!” Kathryn Aveyard, library assistant at Norland College