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Welcome

Contents

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!

Don’t you love this time of year as all the Christmas festivities get underway? Christmas hit the shops back in September (far too early!) but I think now is the right time to embrace it; get stuck into mince pies and mulled wine and visit all the Christmas fairs you can!

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We can all spread the Christmas cheer and help those in need over the festive period. Simple gestures such as donating to a Food Bank, buying a homeless person lunch, giving a new toy to a children’s charity.... all easy to do and very gratefully received.

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It’s time to get cosy!

Flooring advice from The Height Carpets

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The Autumn Harvest A successful crop at the Macmillan plot

Susie

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The contents of this magazine may not be reprinted or reproduced without the express permission of the Publisher.

Views expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of the Publisher.

The Travelling Library Lord Egerton’s rare collection of books

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Get into the Festive mood!

Events to make you feel Christmassy

We hope you enjoy the last two months of 2018 and wish you all a wonderful Christmas and New Year!

On Our Doorstep is published by Zig Zag Ventures, an independent publisher. You can contact us by:Telephone: 0161 790 2504 Email: sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk Website: www.onourdoorstep.co.uk

Christmas Services Your local church services

We have put together a special Festive Guide of local events. From the famous Manchester markets to local Christmas concerts, there’s plenty to do. Check the events on our facebook page too for oodles more!

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Monton’s Magical Festival A Christmas event not to miss!

What’s On Family events, walks, talks & much more

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Festive Season

The countdown to 2019 is on! Join Worsley Park Marriott Leisure Club and start it in great shape.

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Monton’s

Magical Christmas!

Sunday 2nd December

December the 2nd will see the return of Monton’s famous Christmas Festival. With amazing live music, festive stalls (food, drink and decorations), our local school choirs, fairground rides and of course Santa’s Grotto. This year’s looks to be the biggest and best yet!

Why not become a member of the ‘I Love Monton’ club and have an early Christmas present from some of the Monton Retailers? By joining you can start saving on fashion, cards, gifts and wrapping paper, meals, haircuts and treatments, Jewellery, home improvements, to name but a few.

The festivities will start at 11.30am on Monton’s main Car park (Partington Lane) and will go on throughout the day until around 6pm. Father Christmas will be there to welcome the children and hear about their dreams this Christmas, whilst the elves share their festive cheer.

Visit www.montonvillage.org.uk to find out more.

There will be additional events and special offers in some of our amazing retailers, pubs and restaurants across Monton, so make sure you look on the notice board and the MVCA website for more details.

Don’t forget the Blue festive Post Box will be outside Celebrations again, awaiting the Christmas letters from the local children. You never know, if he has the time, he may even write back to you…

We look forward to bringing the local community together and sharing ‘the most wonderful time of the year’!

The MVCA Team E: info@montonvillage.org.uk

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GRILL IN THE PARK

Local Business Feature

CONTEMPORARY STYLE • RELAXED ATMOSPHERE • EXCELLENT FOOD & SERVICE

Worsley Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club’s restaurant concept, Grill in the Park, has brought a contemporary fresh dining experience to the leafy and relaxed setting of this flagship Marriott property in Worsley.

Open to the public for evening dining, the Grill in the Park concept has created a dining experience with both the dining area having a complete makeover and an investment in a speciality grill for the kitchen. The new grill theme transports diners to a contemporary, yet comfortable and inviting space, with food that equally pleases the taste buds as well as warms the soul.

With an enviable selection of steak, along with lamb, chicken, fish, shellfish and vegetarian options, the grill menu has a breadth of choice for diners, all

supported by a delicious range of pastas, salads and sides.

A casual dress code and welcoming and attentive service, creates a relaxed atmosphere, with food that uses quality ingredients turned into mouth-watering dishes for both visiting and regular guests to enjoy.

Grill in the Park sits within Worsley Park’s stunning facilities, regarded as some of the best in the region with 158 bedrooms including five suites, nine meeting and function rooms, three restaurants and bars, championship golf course and spa. The hotel and golf facilities are nestled amongst an idyllic leafy setting, just seconds away from direct transport links into Manchester and the surrounding area.

For more information on Worsley Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club, visit www.marriott.co.uk

Christmas Services ! December 2018 THE HEIGHT METHODIST CHURCH

ECCLES PARISH CHURCH

Sat 15th Sun 16th

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Tue 25th

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Messy Church Christmas Carol Service & Christmassy Dinner (Pls bookfor the dinner) Christmas Day All Age Worship

ELMWOOD CHURCH Sun 16th

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Sun 23rd

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African Christmas - A nativity for all the family Salford Nativity - A Carol Service with drama

MONTON UNITARIAN CHURCH Sun 2nd

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Toy Service & Christmas Lunch

Please reserve lunch with Rev Anna: 07769 038 773

Sun 16th

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Carol Service with Eccles Borough Band Blue Christmas Service Last Advent before Christmas Candlelight Christmas Eve

4.00pm 6.30pm 11.30pm 11.15am

Christingle Service Carols by Candlelight Midnight Communion Christmas Day Communion

ST PAUL’S CHURCH, MONTON Mon 10th Sun 16th Thu 20th Mon 24th Tue 25th

7.30pm 10.00am 7.30pm 4.00pm 11.15pm 10.00am

Mothers Union Carol Service Christingle & Toy Service Carols by Candlelight Candlelit Crib Service Midnight Communion Christmas Day Service

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Get into the Festive mood! with local concerts, markets and community events...

Community Events

Christmas Tree Festival

Christmas Concerts

Christmas Fair

Monton Unitarian Church The church will be open for visitors to view the display of Christmas trees. Refreshments available and various musical entertainment.

On Saturday evening, 7.30pm there will also be a Christmas themed concert. On Sunday at 3pm, we will hold a closing service which all are welcome to attend.

Sat 8th to Sun 9th December 10.00am - 4.00pm Small entrance fee Facebook: montonunitarians

Christmas CONCERTS

Eccles Parish Church Stalls, refreshments all in a good cause - our mission and ministry.

Sat 17th November, 10am-2pm FREE entry www.ecclesparish.co.uk

Walkden in a Winter Wonderland Walkden Town Centre Back for 2018, we’ll be hosting a giant craft and artisan market with over 30 stalls, a full line up of community entertainment, face painting, glitter artists, arts & crafts and more tbc!

Sat 24th November, 9am-4pm FREE entry Facebook: walkdencommunity

Worsley Big Switch On Bridgewater Canal, Worsley The Christmas lights will be turned on as Father Christmas arrives down the Bridgewater Canal in a flotilla of boats from Boothstown Marina.

Mulled wine and mince pie £3.00, FREE drinks and cakes for children who can also visit Father Christmas.

Fri 30th November, 6.30pm FREE entry Worsley Village Community Association

Light up a Life Service St Ann’s Hospice, Little Hulton Celebrate the life of your loved ones by dedicating a light to them, whilst donating to St. Ann’s. Watch them being switched on in a special service.

Mon 3rd December, 6.00pm FREE entry (booking required) www.sah.org.uk

Christmas Cracker 3 Lightoaks Park Live music, Christmas carols, mince pies, mulled wine, visit Santa’s grotto, a tombola and our usual collection of food & toiletries for Salford Foodbank.

Sun 9th December, 3.00-5.00pm FREE entry Facebook: lightoakspark 10 LIVE IT LOCAL

Festive Markets Manchester Christmas Markets Manchester City Centre This award winning Christmas market is one of the largest in the UK. For five magical weeks, it winds its way through some of Manchester's most eye-catching streets and squares.

So don your Santa hat, dust off the mulled wine glass, and get into the festive spirit and head down to Manchester’s world famous Christmas Market.

Fri 9th Nov to Sat 22nd December 12.00 - 9.00pm FREE entry www.manchester.gov.uk/christmasmarkets

Etsy Made Local: Manchester People's History Museum Back for a 3rd year! Find over 40 Etsy MCR sellers. Plus, on Friday evening enjoy the “Winter Warmer” Late Night Shopping with mulled wine, mince pies and live entertainment.

At the weekend there will be workshops and more live entertainment.

Fri 30th Nov to Sun 2nd December Friday, 10am-4pm and 5-8pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday, 10am-4pm FREE entry (includes Museum entry) Facebook: etsymanchester

Eccles Town Hall Join us for one of these wonderful Christmas concerts. Refreshments and bar available.

Eccles Borough Band Sat 1st December, 2.30 & 7.30pm FREE donations welcome Eccles Community Choir Fri 7th December, 7.30pm £5.00 pay on the door Salford Royal Choir Fri 14th December, 7.30pm Entry TBA www.ecclestownhall.org

Monton Voices Choir Salford Museum and Art Gallery Start your Christmas celebrations early as we welcome back Monton Voices Choir to sing us into the festive season! Christmas crafts and festive treats in our cafe too!

Sun 2nd December, 1.30-3.30pm FREE (no booking required) Tel: 0161 778 0800

Festive Concert Swinton Palais Salford Royal Choir are performing for ‘Dancing With Dementia’. with Farnworth and Walkden Brass Band.

Fri 7th December, 7.30pm FREE www.salhospchoir.org.uk

SALFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Eccles Town Hall Programme to include: Carol Symphony, Pirates of the Caribbean, Christmas Festival, White Christmas, Star Trek Through the Ages, Sleigh Ride. PLUS: The Grove Singers and Christmas carols with the audience.

Sun 16th December, 4.30pm Price TBA www.salfordsymphony.org

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SUPPORT STRUGGLING FAMILIES AT CHRISTMAS Every child deserves to have fun at Christmas.

Wood Street Mission wants to ensure all Salford children have toys and treats to enjoy on Christmas Day, by helping struggling families with the expense of the festive season.

In 2017, thanks to our supporters, we provided over 11,000 toys for local children to have gifts to open on Christmas Day, like any other child.

Please help our Christmas Appeal 2018 by donating new toys and gifts suitable to give as presents to children aged 0 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14 years old.

Alternatively you can make a financial donation towards our Appeal at www.woodstreetmission.org.uk Our van is collecting Christmas donations from homes, offices and churches around Salford from now up until Friday 14th December.

Call 0161 834 3140 to arrange a collection or go to www.woodstreetmission.org.uk to find out more.

Thank You for your support this festive season Wood Street Mission, 26 Wood Street, M3 3EF Registered Charity No. 1078337

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VOTE FOR YOUR SPIRIT OF SALFORD HERO

Community News

Unsung heroes who are tirelessly making the city a better place are being sought to show they are the ‘Spirit of Salford’.

Salford City Council together with local organisations has launched the brand new Spirit of Salford Community Awards 2019 to celebrate the work of vital volunteers, as well as community groups, and public servants.

People can vote for who they think truly deserves praise at: www.spiritofsalfordawards.info or at one of the city’s Gateway centres, until 3 December 2018.

The winners will be announced at a special ceremony on 14 March 2019 at AJ Bell Stadium.

The overall awards are: Citizen of the year: Recognising an inspirational Salford hero who has made an outstanding contribution to making the city a better place to live, work or visit.

Community group of the year: Celebrating a local group that has made the most outstanding contribution to making Salford a better place to live, work or visit.

Public servant of the year: Recognising an exceptional front line public sector worker who puts Salford people first.

The individual category awards are: Young person of the year Volunteer of the year Good neighbour of the year Best health achievement Best environmental improvement Best community safety project Best age friendly project The awards are being held in association with Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre, Salix Homes and City West housing associations, NHS Salford Clinical Commissioning Group, Greater Manchester Police, Salford City College, University of Salford, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, Bupa and Ladybird Private Day Nurseries.

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COMMUNITY Awards 2019 Nominations are now open for the Spirit of Salford Community Awards www.spiritofsalfordawards.info Award winners will be announced on 14 March 2019 for categories Citizen of the year • Community group of the year • Public servant of the year Young person of the year • Volunteer of the year • Good neighbour of the year Best health achievement • Best environmental improvement Best community safety project • Best age friendly project

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THE NAZ

Winners of “The Best Bangladeshi Restaurant” Award Asian Restaurant Awards 2018

Asian Restaurant Awards 2018 On Monday 5th March 2018, the Asian Catering Federation (ACF) hosted their first Asian Restaurant Awards.

The winners of the inaugural Asian Restaurant Awards were announced at a glittering awards ceremony, held at the Manchester Hilton. The evening, attended by over 500 leading restaurateurs, chefs, food journalists and VIP guests, was hosted by BBC TV news anchor, Barbita Sharma.

The Naz, in Monton, scooped the presitgious title of “Best Bangladeshi Restaurant”.

The Asian Restaurant Awards were organised by the Asian Catering Federation (ACF) which represents the nation’s 30,000 Asian and Oriental restaurants.

In his keynote speech, ACF Chairman Yawar Khan declared the Asian Restaurants Awards a great success and promised to return next year with “an even bigger and better event.”

In his programme notes, Asian Restaurant Awards judge, George Shaw, commented: “Over 25 years ago culinary pioneer Madha Jaffrey told me that too many Asian restaurant owners were in a race to the bottom, under cutting each other’s prices, with enormous menus of poorly cooked dishes. Tonight, we celebrate the achievements of those in a race to the top.”

Manchester's Deputy Mayor congratulated Mr Mannan, owner of The Naz, and his family on his success.

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STARTER: Prawn Cocktail, Iced Melon or Vegetable or Chicken Soup MAIN COURSE: Traditional Roast Turkey or Lamb* served Roast Potatoes, Mash and vegetables (*vegetarian options available)

DESSERT: Christmas Pudding or Chocolate Gateaux Coffee or Tea with an After Eight Mint

INDIAN CHRISTMAS DINNER or

Choose from the a la carte menu

STARTER • MAIN COURSE • SIDE DISH served with Basmati Rice & Nan Bread

Dessert & Coffee with After Eight Mint

Bring your own alcohol on Christmas Day (not soft drinks) corkage fee applies

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Local History

The Travelling Library

Lord Egerton’s travelling library c.1615 44 volumes, bound in vellum 3 groups: •Religion and Philosophy (Bible, Aquinas) •History (Tacitus, Suetonius, Sallust) •Poetry (Virgil, Ovid, Terence) The book case is: 16" x 11⅛ " x 3⅜" Only 4 such collections exist William Hakewill (1574 – 1655)

Readers of the last magazine will have seen the account of the Ellesmere Chaucer, an original copy of The Canterbury Tales, now an exhibit at the Huntington Library in California. One other item, amongst the 4,400 purchased by Henry E. Huntington in 1917 from the 4th Earl, was a travelling library, once in the possession of Sir Thomas Egerton, an English nobleman and judge who was appointed Lord Chancellor by Elizabeth I in 1596. He served in the traditions of Thomas Wolsey and Sir Thomas More and later acquired the titles of 1st Baron Ellesmere (1603) and 1st Viscount Brackley (1616). He had also been offered the title of Earl of Bridgewater in 1617, but he declined this honour and died just a few days later.

In his judicial role, Sir Thomas would have travelled across the country and would have taken a small library of books with him. How small can be gauged from the dimensions of his own collection. The book case is 16" x 11⅛" x 3⅜".

It has a wooden frame and is covered in brown morocco leather, disguising it as a large folio volume. It is one of only 4 such collections that exist today. There is a total of 44 volumes within the case, each one bound in vellum. This collection is believed to date from c.1615. A catalogue of the books faces them on the inside of the 16 LIVE IT LOCAL

cover, painted in three columns surrounded by an arch design bearing a crest and a coat of arms. This item is commonly referred to as the 'Egerton Travelling Library'.

The collection comprises 3 groups or topics: Religion and Philosophy (featuring the Bible, and works by Thomas Aquinas); History (by the Roman writers Tacitus, Suetonius, Sallust); and Poetry (again featuring works by the Roman poets Virgil, Ovid, Terence). As an undergraduate at Brasenose, Oxford, he studied the Liberal Arts. On his journeys, he was accompanied by a young secretary, John Donne, the famed poet and cleric, who no doubt enjoyed being party to the Chancellor's acquisition of books for his nascent library, later the Bridgewater Library, which grew rapidly. Donne had been appointed Chief Secretary at the age of 25. It was this entire library that Henry E. Huntington purchased from the 4th Earl.

The actual size of each volume can be judged from the image above which shows one volume being held between a forefinger and thumb.

The travelling compendium was probably one of four commissioned by William Hakewill over a period of four or five years. Hakewill was a lawyer, bibliophile and a M.P. and gifted each set to a friend.

Written by Paul Speakman

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The Autumn Harvest The Macmillan Plot Harvest time for many crops has passed and the plot looks bare, but don’t be fooled, there is plenty going on and growing hasn’t finished! Our runner beans carried on cropping into October and they still had flowers opening, a pleasant splash of red colour for autumn.

Our orange scented Geranium was so popular that we took lots of cuttings and these are overwintering in the polytunnel. The pink/red flowers are prolific and if you’re not too fond of the usual Geranium scent, this variety makes a good alternative.

Altogether, it’s been a bonanza harvest!

We were given some clippings from a Bay tree and attempted to grow some half standard trees for patio pots and they seem to have taken quite well.

We will pot them on ready to give out next Spring and in the meantime we can enjoy their fragrant aroma and use them for cooking. The rainbow chard has been very useful in curries too and the colours stand out amidst the green stems across the plot.

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The summer sun produced a bumper crop of red and blackcurrants so we collected hardwood cuttings and they are shooting nicely, ready for planting out in Spring in the hope of another glorious summer. The same happened with our strawberries and the runners are potted up ready for planting out. We hadn’t hoped for too much from our fig tree but if the prolific fruits ripen, we will be in for a treat! We had the loveliest eating and cooking apples from what we were reliably told was a Crab Apple tree too!

Blackleach Allotments may benefit from some reorganisation and if monies from a nearby development is made available, the scheme could bring a big improvement to the site.

We tried growing a smooth skinned cucumber vine and were rewarded with several large fruits; the variety was Telegraph and it’s worth growing just for the flowers.

The Chantenay carrot crop was spectacular and long-lived so we are still lifting big roots and we have located a family of guinea pigs which are very grateful for the tops! Hopefully, our parsnips will be just as bountiful.

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Beechfield Allotments Discussions are moving slowly but steadily towards re-opening this site and there are now 54 applications for plots. As soon as the work of planning and programming are completed a committee will be formed to get the site cultivated.

Poorlots should have been looking forward to improvement and extension over this winter but legal problems have resulted in unavoidable delays.

Until there is a resolution of these matters the scheme is on ‘hold’.

Tindall Street has asked for the smaller site at Lorne Street to be made independent and granted its own self-management agreement. The Council officers have agreed to look into this and the site will have autonomy, subject to no problems arising.

If you have enjoyed reading our developments over the year and would like to try your hand at plotting, anywhere across the City, please contact the Salford Allotment Federation secretary at carolyn.collins@me.co.uk Written by Geoff Hamilton Macmillan Cancer Support Volunteer

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What’s On NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2018 Community Events GAMES AFTERNOON The Vine Café, 327 Bolton Road Cards, draughts, dominos. Everyone welcome. Come & meet new people.

Mondays 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE (drop in) Tel: 0800 952 1000 FOOD AND GAMES Eccles Recreation Ground Join us at the Bowling Pavillion for a light lunch, tea or coffee and to play a variety of table top games incl. cards, tri-dominoes and scrabble.

For adults – all welcome.

Tuesdays to 11th December 11.00am - 2.30pm Small charge (drop in) Tel: 0800 952 1000 MEET & CHAT Eccles Gateway Health Improvement activity: Are you someone who is feeling socially isolated? This is a place where you could meet new friends and build your confidence. New jolly and interesting activities planned for each week. Ongoing (term time only).

Thursdays 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE (drop in) Tel: 0800 952 1000 CHARITY FASHION SHOW Swinton Park Golf & Country Club Fashion Show & Sale Company will be providing a range of brand new clothing with up to 75% off RRP. Brands include Next, Wallis, River Island, M&S, Evans, Debenhams and many more. Styles to suit all ages, sizes from 8 to 22. Buy on the night so bring your debit card! Stalls selling accessories and treats too!

Thu 1st November 5.00 - 11.00pm (booking required) Show only £5 | Show + Food £10 Facebook / Twitter: Pride in Lleyton 22 LIVE IT LOCAL

FRIENDS OF LIGHTOAKS PARK Vine Cafe, Bolton Road Join our meetings on the 1st Thursday of every month. Get involved with looking after the park and organising community events. All welcome.

Thu 1st Nov & 6th Dec, 7.00pm FREE Facebook: lightoakspark PARK MAINTENANCE Lightoaks Park Enjoy the fresh air and exercise and join our fortnightly maintenance session in the park. All welcome.

Sun 4th & 18th November Sun 2nd December 11.00am - 2.00pm Facebook: lightoakspark ST PAUL'S AUTUMN FAIR & MONTON ART GROUP DISPLAY St Paul's Church, Monton Join us at a traditional Autumn Fair where there is always a good range of stalls to view and buy from, our Mothers Union Clothesline stall, lucky tombolas to have a go at, the café will be open for our famous bacon butties and more! Plus, Monton Art Group's annual display of their work.

Sat 10th November 11.00am - 2.00pm FREE entry Tony: 07856 200711 LITTER PICK Buile Hill Park Join Friends of Buile Hill Park in keeping the park clean and tidy.

Meet in front of Mansion House main entrance. Equipment provided.

Sun 18th November, 1.00-3.00pm FREE Facebook: builehillpark CLAREMONT AND WEASTE: COMMUNITY MEETINGS St Luke’s Primary School, M5 5JH Open meetings where residents can influence neighbourhood decisions.

Tue 27th November, 6.30pm FREE Marie Shields - 0161 603 4091

Family Activities SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE The Lowry Weekly art activity for children and their families in our Lookout space.

Something new every week. 5-11yrs Saturdays, 11am-12.30pm FREE (no booking required) Tel: 0843 208 6000 MR TOMLINSON'S SWEET SHOP Salford Museum and Art Gallery See what sweet treats are in store at Mr Tomlinson's shop on our WW1 recreated street, Lark Hill Place.

Sundays, 12.30-3.00pm FREE donations welcome Tel: 0161 778 0800 FAMILY SUNDAY Ordsall Hall Have a go at some fun, hands-on activities that span the history of the Hall from the 1300’s to present day. A new activity each month.

Sun 4th November Sun 2nd December 1.00 - 4.00pm £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251 REMEMBRANCE POPPY CONCERT Boothstown Royal British Legion Music from the conflicts of the last 100 years by Boothstown & Ellenbrook Brass Band. Plus, an exhibition of stories and memorabilia from local people involved in conflicts. All profits go to the Poppy Appeal.

Fri 2nd November 6.00 - 11.00pm Entry by donation on the door Facebook:BoothstownRBL IRLAM FIREWORKS & FUNFAIR Prince's Park, Irlam Annual firework show with bonfire, funfair and a fabulous fireworks show.

Funfair opens 5pm. Bonfire lit 7pm.

Fireworks 7.30pm. No parking avail.

Fri 2nd November, 5pm start FREE entry www.salford.gov.uk/princesparkirlam

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Whats On LITTLE SPARKS IN THE PARK Buile Hill Park Delightful, sparkling, low noise, 10 minute firework show designed for under 8 ‘s and their families. Access for pushchairs & wheelchairs.

Children’s rides open from 4.30pm.

Mon 5th November, 5.00pm FREE entry www.salford.gov.uk/builehill BUILE HILL PARK BONFIRE Buile Hill Park Traditional Bonfire Night event at Salford's most popular park.

Bonfire lit at 7pm, fireworks 7.30pm, funfair until 9.30pm. Please do not bring alcohol, dogs or fireworks.

Mon 5th November, 6.00-9.30pm FREE entry www.salford.gov.uk/builehill MESSY CHURCH Height Methodist Church Fun for all the family with games, crafts, stories and food to finish.

Children must bring an adult. Each session focusses on a story or some words from the bible that is relevant to us today. 3rd Saturday each month.

Sat 17th November Sat 15th December 3.00 - 5.00pm FREE Tel 0161 950 7215 CLIFTON CRAFT & LOG MARKET Clifton Country Park You’ll be amazed what our volunteers can carve from our very own woods at Clifton! Magical creations such as log candles, log reindeer, what else?

Log crafts for the children to create their own special centrepiece for Christmas. All profits raised go to Friends of Clifton Country Park.

Sun 25th November 12.00 - 4.00pm FREE entry Tel: 0161 793 4219 LIGHTWAVES 2018 Salford Quays The UK’s only FREE digital light festival this winter. Inspiring digital light art illuminating the public spaces for an unforgettable ten days.

Fri 7th to Sun 16th December 4.00 - 10.30pm FREE Facebook: Quays Culture

Health & Fitness TAI CHI AND QI GONG FOR BEGINNERS Oasis Academy, MediaCity Discover the benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong! An introduction to the many aspects of Tai Chi - an ancient Chinese method of selfdevelopment, and a subtle blend of refined Medical, Meditative and Martial knowledge, combining self-discipline, graceful movement and effortless power. For all adults.

Learn in a relaxed & friendly environment. Courses ongoing, check dates: www.meiquantaichi.com/uk Bookings: Please contact teacher for availability.

Every Tuesday, 7pm – 8.15pm Emiel: 07909 856490 Email: Emiel@meiquan.co.uk WALK AND TALK Blackleach Country Park Come along and enjoy a leisurely walk. Wear suitable footwear and clothing. Meet at the visitor centre.

Tuesdays, 10.00am-12.00pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 PAWS FOR WALKS Buile Hill Park Community dog walking group.

All welcome. Approx 45min walk & chat. Dog must be on lead during the walk. A drink for yourself and your dog provided afterwards.

Tuesdays to 27th November 10.30am - 12.30pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 NHS HEALTH CHECKS Free NHS health checks including blood pressure, BMI, pulse rates, cholesterol and general health advice. Must have a Salford GP. Please make an appointment.

Eccles Town Hall Tuesdays, 1-4pm (drop in) Swinton Gateway Wednesdays (by appointment) Saturdays, 10am-12.30pm Agecroft Fire Station Thursdays, 1-3pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0800 952 1000

PAWS FOR WALKS The Wetlands, Littleton Road An hour walk followed by a cuppa and a chat. Meet at the main gates ready to walk. Dogs must be on a lead, please wear appropriate footwear. A drink for yourself and your dog provided after the walk.

Wednesdays to 28th November 10.30am - 12.30pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 ANYONE FOR TENNIS Eccles Leisure Centre Come and join us in playing short tennis and badminton for adults.

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and bring a drink of water.

Fridays 1.30 - 3.00pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 PARKRUN Parrin Lane, Monton Join our weekly Worsley Woods 5k Parkrun. Free, timed run for all levels.

Saturdays, 9.00am FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/worsleywoods WORSLEY WOODS STROLL Beesley Green Community Centre Join the Ranger for this walk through the woods down to the Bridgewater Canal.

Sun 11th November 12.00 - 2.00pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 7934 219 CITY OF SALFORD WOMEN'S RACE Swinton FC Clubhouse, Barton Rd Take part in the 28th women’s 5.25 mile run, hosted by Swinton Running Club. Register in the clubhouse. Park at Springwood Primary School. Hot drinks, first aid and toilet facilities available. Course not suitable for wheelchair athletes. Computerised results given on the day. Route details on our website. Max 300 entries.

Sun 25th November 10.30am - 12.30pm £2.00 entry on the day (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY) Email: swintonracedirector@gmail.com www.swintonrunningclub.org.uk LIVE IT LOCAL 23

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Kids Activities TODDLER WALKS Blackleach Country Park Join us for a walk around the park, followed by refreshments in the visitor centre. Suitable for under 5’s.

Monday, 10.15-11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 NCT: MONTON PRAM WALK Monton Green Leaving from Stableford Avenue next to the church on Monton Green, join us for an hour's walk on the Monton heritage trail finishing up with a drink in Monton. Pram friendly - will still go ahead if it's drizzle/light rain.

If severe rain, it will be cancelled.

Wednesdays, 11.30am-1.30pm FREE Facebook: NCTBolton NCT: MONTON BUMPS & BABIES The Blind Pig, Monton Meet new and expectant parents in your local area. Please note, this group is not recommended for mobile babies due to steps and bi-folding glass windows here.

Thursdays, 10.30am-12.30pm FREE Email: nctboltman@hotmail.com TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Clifton Country Park A walk for young children and their parents or carers. Explore the park on these themed walks. Refreshments afterwards at the Visitor Centre.

Fridays, 10.15-11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 FUN 'N' FLOATS Salford Leisure Centres Weekly fun splash sessions with large mats, floats and rings in the pool!

Ages 8-11 years. Check with venue before visit in case of changes.

Eccles Leisure Centre Saturdays & Sundays, 2.30-3.30pm Swinton & Pendlebury Leisure Sundays, 1.00-2.00pm Worsley Leisure Centre Sundays, 1.15-2.45pm £2.10 Freedom £2.60 Non-Member www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk 24 LIVE IT LOCAL

SALFORD JUNIOR PARKRUN Buile Hill Park A free weekly 2k FUN timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds). Run on tarmac paths and grass. All levels.

Sundays, 9.00am FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/salford-juniors GALLERY BABIES Salford Museum and Art Gallery Sensory sessions for pre-walking babies and their carers. Explore the activities together in the relaxed atmosphere of our galleries and spend as much time as you like as you discover and play! Held first Tuesday of the month (no session January 2019). For babies only.

Tue 6th November Tue 4th December 10.00 - 11.30am (no booking required) FREE donations welcome Tel: 0161 778 0800 ECCLES CODERDOJO Eccles Congregational Church Hall, M30 9AL Make music with Sonic Pi, design characters and animations in Scratch, build interactive stories with Twine, get physical lighting up BBC Microbits and develop your Python skills to make computer games and robots.

It’s super informal, you choose which activities to work on. Under 12’s will need an adult. Bring a packed lunch.

Every 2nd Saturday of the month.

Sat 10th November Sat 8th December 11.00am - 3.00pm FREE (booking required) www.eventbrite.co.uk LIBRARY LION Swinton Library Never judge a book by its cover and never judge a lion by its roar! Everyone knows that you need to behave in a library, there are rules to follow.

But what happens when a lion arrives during Storytime? A beautiful story and performance based on the award-winning book by Michelle Knudsen. Ages 4 - 7 years.

Sat 1st December 11.00am & 2.00pm £3.50pp (booking required) FREE for babies under 1 year Tel: 0161 793 2500

Special Events KNIT AND NATTER Ordsall Hall Join us for at our friendly weekly ‘knit and natter’ session. Beginners welcome or bring your own project.

Mondays 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE (drop in) Tel: 0161 872 0251 SALFORD VOLUNTARY RANGERS Blackleach & Clifton Country Parks Help carry out regular conservation tasks. A weekly event. Please call for details of the day’s task.

Blackleach: Tuesdays 10am-2pm Clifton: Thursdays 10am-3pm FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 BEGINNERS SEWING GROUP Eccles Town Hall Learn how to use a sewing machine and to follow a basic pattern. Make new friends at the same time!

Thursdays (ongoing) 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 or 0161 603 4277 TOURS OF ORDSALL HALL Ordsall Hall Find out more about the fascinating history of Ordsall Hall and join one of our volunteers for an informal walking tour of the Hall. Book your place at reception on arrival. Please note: Tours do not run on the 1st Sunday of the month. For 8yrs+ Sundays 2.00 - 3.00pm £3.50 (drop in event) Tel: 0161 872 0251 SPORTING MEMORIES Swinton Library Suitable for older adults and anyone living with dementia and their carers.

Share your stories of the highs and lows of playing and watching sport!

Tea and coffee, biscuits and Bovril provided. Everyone welcome.

Mon 5th November Mon 3rd December 2.00 - 4.00pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 793 2500

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WWI LARK HILL PLACE 1918 Salford Museum & Art Gallery A series of events/talks related to our World War One Lark Hill Place 1918 programme. Ages 16 years + Hubert and Wilfreth Wed 7th November, 7.30-8.30pm Salford - A 'Fit Land for Heroes'?

Mon 12th November, 2- 3pm Soundscape of Early Modernity Wed 21st November, 6.30-7.30pm Musical Revolutions Wed 5th December, 6.30-7.30pm £4.50 (booking required) Tel: 0161 778 0800 ROYAL ACADEMY READERS: IMAGE THROUGH TEXT AND TEXT THROUGH IMAGE Salford Museum & Art Gallery Join Dr Mariana Casale for a unique reading experience on a selection of exciting works of art on special loan from the Royal Academy. No prior reading is necessary.

Wed 7th November Wed 5th December 6.00pm £5.00 (no booking required) Tel: 0161 778 0800 ECHO CAFE Eccles Town Hall, Church Street Come and enjoy a bite to eat and a hot drink in our wonderful ECHO café. Live music from our talented musicians and special exhibitions.

Sat 10th November Sat 8th December 10.00am - 2.00pm FREE entry www.ecclestownhall.org BRIDGEWATER VOLUNTEERS Duke’s Drive Our environment volunteering activities are a great way to work in the great outdoors, learn new skills and meet new people? All abilities welcome. All tools and materials provided. Wear suitable footwear and outdoor clothing. Over 18’s only. Bring a packed lunch - tea and coffee are provided.

Wed 14th Nov: Pruning Trees Sun 2nd Dec: Clearing Trees 10.00am - 3.00pm Jill Tyson: 07872 808003 E: bridgewatercanal@salford.gov.uk

ECCLES & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Alexandra House, Peel Green Monthly talks are held on local and national history. Excursions and guided walks are also arranged.

Held 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Non-members welcome.

Paul Frost: 'The Last Day...’ reflecting in story and song the events of November 11th 1918 Wed 14th November Christmas Meal Wed 12th December 7.30pm Annual membership £16.00 Visitor’s fee £3.00 per meeting Email: eccleshistory@yahoo.co.uk WHAT'S IN FOCUS? Salford Museum and Art Gallery A celebration of photography students’ work from the Pendleton Centre of Salford City College, taking inspiration from the surrounding area and people they live and work with. With new darkroom facilities, students have embraced working with film and traditional techniques.

An exhibition of the best film based, digital and instant photography.

Sat 17th Nov to Sun 10th Feb2019 FREE Tel: 0161 778 0800

IN CONVERSATION WITH MANDASUE HELLER Swinton Library Mandasue Heller, author of the top ten bestseller Run, moved from Warrington to Manchester in the 1980s, where she found inspiration for her novels. She spent ten years living in the infamous Hulme Crescents. Broadcaster and journalist Daniel. J. McLaughlin will be leading the conversation and encouraging the audience to ask questions.

Copies of Mandasue's latest novels for signing will be available to buy.

Thu 15th November 7.00 - 8.45pm (doors open 6.30pm) £5.00 (booking required) Tel: 0161 793 2500

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FARMERS’ & CRAFT MARKET Eccles Shopping Centre Homemade sausages, salami, dairy products, preserves, crafts and lots more! 3rd Saturday of each month.

Sat 17th November Sat 15th December 9.30am - 2.00pm FREE entry Tel: 0161 707 3058 TEXTILES TAKEOVER DAY Ordsall Hall Calling all crafters, knitters and sewing enthusiasts! Join us for a day celebrating textiles and textile crafts with pop-up demonstrations of a number of different techniques and styles throughout the home. Charges may apply for some activities.

Sun 18th November 12.00 - 4.00pm FREE (no booking required) Tel: 0161 872 0251 GHOST AND HISTORY TOUR Ordsall Hall Join us on the 419th anniversary of the death of Margaret Radclyffe (who is said to be the White Lady who haunts Ordsall Hall) for an evening tour. PLEASE NOTE: Ticket sales end 2 hours before the event.

Mon 19th November 7.00 - 8.00pm 8.30 - 9.30pm £6.00 (plus booking fee, booking req’d) Tel: 0161 872 0251 LOWRY MAKERS MARKET Lowry Outlet Plaza The finest local food, drink, art, design, vintage and modern craft.

Browse the stalls, sample and enjoy the music and performances.

Thu 22nd - Sun 25th November 10.00am - 7.00pm FREE entry www.lowryoutlet.co.uk Details are correct at the time of publishing. However, it is advisable to check event dates and times with the venue in case of changes.

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HELP US REACH OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY THE 2MMS JUNIOR YOUTH CLUB EST 1970

2MMs is a Junior Youth Club based in Winton, providing a place for 8 to11 year olds to meet on a Friday night, socialise and play games such as table tennis and pool. We also organise special events and parties for the children, and this summer we held a family funday at Monton AFC with the help of Worsley Rotary.

Founded in 1970, we are now celebrating 48 years.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great achievement, especially as the club is run by volunteers who generously give their time for free and we are self-funding. We are determined to reach our 50th Anniversary in 2020 and desperately need funds to keep the club open - for rent, bills and to replace equipment which is in poor condition.

Geoff Grieves is now 86; he started the 2mms as he saw a need for activities for the children of Eccles and the surrounding area. With two friends, Don Catteral and Tony Peach (former Editor of the Eccles & Patricroft Journal), and with their own money, they opened on Friday 11th September 1970.

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Geoff still attends every Friday at the age of 86, even through ill health and two new knees!

We want to ensure the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s survival for the 35 to 45 youngsters we take off the streets on a Friday night, so are appealing to our local community for support. If you could donate the price of a couple of coffees or a burger or two, your kindness would be really appreciated.

You can email us for more information, or send your donations via Paypal to 2mms@mail.com 2mms Junior Youth Club Est 1970 2mms Junior Youth Club, Fridays 7.00-9.00pm Alder Brook School, Walnut Road, Westwood Park,Eccles, M30 8LE

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