On Our Doorstep Dec17-Jan18

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Issue 50 | Dec17-Jan18

On Our Doorstep

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Welcome

Contents

We’ve hit December and the countdown to Christmas is on! The kids are excited and can’t wait to see what Santa brings them.... hopefully Santa is more organised than me!

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Enjoy the run up to Christmas. There are plenty of Christmassy events to go to and still time to book a Christmas meal. Head to our Festive Guide for local events, shopping and dining ideas. If you need to de-stress, book yourself in for a Christmas Pamper!

After an indulgent festive season, it will be time to set your New Year’s resolutions.

Health & fitness are always at the top of the list so we asked a few local experts to share some advice and tips to help you along the way. Envisage where you want to be in 3-6 months time and don’t give up by February!

We look ahead to find out what’s in store for 2018 in our local villages, and look into the past and learn about Barton Aqueducts.

Finally, we want to thank all our advertisers, contributors and our faithful readers for another great year. You have helped us reach our 50th issue!! Merry Christmas to you all!

Mission Christmas 2017 Making a happier Christmas for children living in poverty

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Sleighbells Ring in Eccles

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Christmas in Walkden

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Festive Guide Family events, shopping and dining ideas, plus Christmas church services

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Worsley in 2018 Worsley Village Community Assoc. celebrating 21 years

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Roe Green in 2018 Friends of Roe Green activities

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New Year Healthier You Fitness & nutrition advice for 2018

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Pigs Might Fly The amazing aqueducts of Barton

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Community News

MISSION CHRISTMAS 2017 Sadly, the statistics are still standing that 1 in 3 children are living in severe poverty in Greater Manchester. This means there are children going to bed without a hot meal in a house without central heating. As Christmas approaches, 192,336 children in our city will not have a present to open on Christmas Day. Key 103’s Cash for Kids Mission Christmas looks to brighten Christmas for these children by asking you to buy an extra present when doing your Christmas shopping.

Last year, the support and generosity of Manchester people was overwhelming and helped us distribute £2,897,259 (£1.96m in 2015) worth of toys and helped almost 61,873 children.

LOCAL DROP-OFF POINTS Beesley Green & Boothstown Community Centres Drop New & Unwrapped Toys/Gifts until Fri 15 Dec

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We are asking for your help again this year as we are even more determined to help local children and ensure as many of them as possible in Greater Manchester wake up to a present this Christmas. Mission Christmas will NOT change the poverty statistics for our city, but it WILL make a difference to so many families on Christmas Day. www.key103.co.uk/mission

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An independent co-ed school located in Worsley for 3-18 year olds

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Please contact us to arrange a personal tour of the school or to register your interest for our Entrance Exam

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Community News

Eccles Shopping Centre

Sleighbells Ring in Eccles Christmas should be a fun time for all the family, so that’s what we are planning for Eccles Shopping Centre this year! In November, our Christmas lights were officially switched on and we have plenty lined up for December...

Saturday 2nd December, see the return of the popular LIVE REINDEER - bring your family to meet Rudolph and HIS family, visit Santa’s grotto, we have giveaways for all children and plenty of gifts to buy.

Saturday 9th December brings the Maker’s Market on Eccles’ traditional Church Street with its food and drink as well as interesting crafts and clothes for everyone.

Then on Saturday 16th December, it’s the ever-popular Last Minute Christmas Shopping Market, along with our monthly Craft and Farmer’s Market, games, entertainment, giveaways, Santa’s grotto and loads more fun.

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Here’s something really exciting for the young people of Eccles - FREE Virtual Reality Game on Fri 15th & Sat16th December, 10-6pm.

The latest in VR technology will be coming to Eccles Shopping Centre! Players are harnessed into a massive machine which surrounds the gamer, allowing them to move-freely on an multidirectional treadmill as they walk, run, crawl, sit and jump their way around the world inside the VR headset. The 10 minute experience will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Normally costing £10-£14, the Centre have sponsored this event and it will be absolutely FREE! (Players must be 150cm tall, or more. If under 16, they will need to have a signed permission from parent or guardian)

For the latest information visit our new website www.eccleshoppingcentre.co.uk .

Would you like to learn some new skills, either for pleasure or for a new job?

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Corinth Training C.I.C. offers a range of FREE and fee bearing community training courses across the Salford area in libraries, Gateway centres and other community venues.

Courses include: Computer classes • Photography Confidence & Life Skills, Photoshop • Maths English • Web Building • Conversational Italian Microsoft Office • Customer Services & Admin All courses are free to Salford residents except Italian, Photoshop & Photography which are delivered on a voluntary contribution scheme.

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Walkden in A Winter Wonderland Visit Walkden Town Centre and enjoy the community festivities this Christmas!

for the family. Take away a FREE gift and a photo card all for only £5. No pre-booking required.

Santa is coming!

Santa is very excited to see everyone from Walkden and the surrounding areas - come and say hello to him. He will be in his Grotto to welcome you all from Saturday 25th November every weekend through to Christmas Eve, 12-4pm in Victoria Square.

Musical Entertainment Support the local schools of Walkden with their Christmas music concerts starting from 4th December.

Tell him what your Christmas Wish List is and have your photo taken with him…a keepsake

Christmas Shopping Why not check out one of our many stores: M&S Foodhall, B&M, Tesco, Forever Young Fashion for Christmas gifts, party outfits and festive food ideas!

Visit walkdentowncentre.co.uk & follow us on Social Media for more information

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Festive Guide

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Christmas On Our Doorstep Your guide to Festive events in our local area

Community & Family Events Elf Workshop

Light up a Life Service

Christmas Cracker

Lowry Outlet Mall Complete the elf trail to gain entry to the Elf Workshop. Located on the first floor, by the Plaza windows, keep an eye out for the igloo. See inside the wonders of the Elves workshop and see how they prepare for Christmas.

Jump on board Santa’s sleigh and snap a selfie!

Running to Mon 1st January 11.00am - 7.00pm (Sun 11am-5pm) FREE www.lowryatchristmas.co.uk

St Ann’s Hospice, Little Hulton Dedicate a light to someone and come together in a special service to watch the lights being switched on.

Sun 10th December, 4.00pm FREE entry (booking required) www.sah.org.uk

Lightoaks Park Join Friends of Lightoaks Park for a an afternoon nativity, sing-along to carols with Cadishead Brass Band, visit Santa in his grotto, bounce on the Christmas inflatables, indulge on delicious mince pies and mulled wine, and win exciting prizes in our festive raffle. Also collecting non perishable food and toiletries for Salford Central Food Bank - any donations welcome.

Sat 16th December 1.00 - 4.00pm FREE entry Facebook: lightoakspark

Echo Cafe: Festive Craft Fair Eccles Town Hall Eat, drink and relax in our beautiful Victorian Ballroom. With Live Music, Craft Fairs a different Art Exhibition each month and much, much more!

This month featuring a Festive Craft Fair with local contributors.

Sat 9th December 10.00am - 2.00pm FREE entry Tel: 0793 181 5802 www.ecclestownhall.org

Christmas Plate Decorating Eccles Shopping Centre Pop down to the centre and join the guys from Art & Craft house Monton in decorating a Christmas plate just in time for Santa’s cookies and Rudolf’s carrot! No need to book, just turn up on the day. All materials provided. Plates must be baked when you get home to seal in the paint.

Sat 9th December, 10am-3pm Sun 10th December, 11am-3pm £4.00 per plate www.ecclesshoppingcentre.co.uk

Festive Family Fun Weekend Bents Garden and Home A magical weekend of special treats, including real Reindeer. Join us for a time to remember!

Sat 9th & Sun 10th December 11.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry www.bents.co.uk 12 ON OUR DOORSTEP

Carol Service and Eccles Borough Band Monton Unitarian Church Everyone is warmly welcomed to join us for our annual carol service, telling the story of Christmas with the help of Eccles Borough Band, who then give us a short performance after the service before we head to the hall for mince pies and a warm drink.

Sun 10th December 10.45am FREE Rev Anna Jarvis: 07769 038 773

Monton Voices Choir Salford Museum and Art Gallery Start your Christmas celebrations with Salford Museum & Art Gallery early as we welcome back Monton Voices Choir to sing us into the festive season! We will also have Christmas crafts for all the family and festive treats available in our cafe. 45 mins performances 1.30pm and 2.45pm.

Sun 10th December 1.30 - 3.30pm FREE (no booking required) Tel: 0161 778 0800

Midweek Sax: Christmas Bandstand Concert Victoria Park Something subtly different for the festive season. Live saxophone music and traditional carols from “Midweek Sax” at the Victorian bandstand.

Afternoon concert. Dress warmly and bring a garden chair to site on, mince pies and a flask of hot chocolate!

Sun 10th December 2.00 - 3.30pm FREE John Byrne: 07941 701052

Carols By Candlelight St Paul's Church, Monton Please join us for a special service of Carols By Candlelight in the lovely setting of St Paul's Church Monton.

Mulled wine and mince pies served afterwards to complete this ideal celebration of the true meaning of Christmas. All welcome.

Thu 21st December 7.30pm FREE Tony Wood: 0161 790 3373

Sleepy Stories and Christmas Cheer Ordsall Hall Join Sleepy Steph for some Christmas cheer, winter tales and hot chocolate.

Grab your favourite teddy, a cushion and a cup of cocoa before bedtime to hear stories in our Great Hall. Hot chocolate included in ticket price.

Thu 21st December 6.00pm and 7.00pm £7.50pp, £6.25pp for families Tel: 0161 872 0251 Email ordsall.hall@scll.co.uk

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Christmas Shopping & Dining The Blind Pig

Bents Garden Centre

Marriott Leisure Club

Warrington Rd, Glazebury WA3 5NT For many a visit to Bents is as traditional as Santa himself and this year we’re here to make it even more enjoyable than ever. Our trees are expertly themed, full of inspiration ready for you to recreate at home.

New for 2017, our Open Skies Glass House becomes a festive alpine retreat, home to our Winter Food Market.

Tel: 01942 266300 www.bents.co.uk

Worsley Park, Worsley M28 2QT “THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT” Six weeks leisure club membership.

Includes use of all the leisure club facilities: Gym, exercise studio, personal training, heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room & spa Six weeks from £59 per person Purchase during December. Six weeks membership must start by 31.12.17.

Tel: 0161 975 2041 www.marriottleisure.co.uk

Hair Eden Greenleach Ln, Roe Green M28 2RS Get organised for the festive season, book your Christmas appointments early. Also, we now have in stock Redken, Alterna, L’Anza and Balmain Christmas Giftpacks.

Tel: 0161 790 3434 www.haireden.co.uk

Lowry Magical Makers Market Lowry Outlet Plaza Get into the Christmas spirit with Christmas inspired food, drink, art and craft carefully selected from Manchester artisans and producers local to the North! A fantastic line-up of entertainment with our eccentric and lively range of performers each.

Sat & Sun: 2nd-3rd, 9th-10th & 16th-17th December, 11am-5pm FREE entry www.lowryoutlet.co.uk

Monton Road, Monton, M30 9LJ We’ve created a delicious festive menu that you and your friends will love to enjoy this December in our warm pub with crackers, silly hats and bad jokes galore. Festive menu options: 2 courses £15.95 3 courses £19.95 Tel: 0161 707 0004 www.theblindpigmonton.co.uk

Grill in the Park, Worsley Park Worsley Park, Worsley M28 2QT Celebrate the festive season with us.

A warm welcome awaits you, along with traditional twinkling lights and enchanting decorations. Enjoy our Christmas Fayre three course meal from 1st to 23rd December.

Lunch 12-3pm, Evening 6-10pm £26.00pp Tel: 0161 975 2000 www.marriott.co.uk

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Full range of fresh flowers & a wide range of tropical flowers Bouquets • Balloons • Teddies • Chocolates

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Christmas Services F December 2017 ST MARK’S CHURCH, WORSLEY

ROE GREEN CHURCH

Sun 3rd Sun 10th Sun 17th

10.30am 6.30pm 6.30pm

Sun 3rd

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Sun 10th

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Sun 24th Sun 24th

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Sun 17th Sun 24th

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Sun 24th 11.30pm Mon 25th 8.00am Mon 25th 10.30am

Toy Service Christingle Service Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols Christmas Eve Parish Communion Crib Service for All Ages (Nativity outfits optional) First Communion of Christmas Christmas Day Communion Holy Communion with Carols

ST MARY’S CHURCH, ELLENBROOK Sun 3rd

9.30am

Sun 10th Sun 17th Sun 24th

4.00pm 9.30am 4.00pm 11.30pm Mon 25th 9.30am

Advent Toy Collection Service for Wood Street Mission Traditional Carol Service Children’s Nativity Service Family Crib Service Midnight Service Christmas Day Communion

Mon 25th 10.30am

Toy Service. Gifts going to Salford Loaves and Fishes Children's Carol Service with refreshments afterwards Nativity Play Christingle Service raising funds for Children’s Society Christmas Day Celebration

ST PAUL’S CHURCH, MONTON Tue 12th Sun 17th Thu 21st Sun 24th Sun 24th Mon 25th

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

Mothers Union Carol Service Christingle & Toy Service Carols By Candlelight Crib Service Midnight Communion Christmas Communion

“For unto us a child is born.. ”

MONTON UNITARIAN CHURCH Sun 3rd Sun 10th Fri 15th Sun 24th Sun 24th

10.45am 10.45am 7.30pm 10.45am 9.00pm

Toy Service & Faith Meal Carol Service & Brass Band Blue Christmas Service Christmas Eve Service Traditional Candlelight Service

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Our caring staff are here to guide and advise you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Our services also include: - Pre-paid Funeral Plans - Memorial Masonry - Floral Tributes For further information contact us: Monton 215 Monton Road, M30 9PN 0161 788 7643 Swinton 23 Chorley Road, M27 4AF 0161 793 1228

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Festive Guide

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Community News

Worsley Village Community Association

Celebrating 21 years in 2018!

Worsley Village Community Association is a volunteer group aiming to secure the friendliness of our members and to bring the community together. We work with young and old alike, from all backgrounds and genders.

Our group formed in 1997 making 2018 our 21st Anniversary and with the involvement of other groups we are planning a special year of events!

What’s in store for 2018...

In January we aim to launch a new “FREE Lunch” project for the elderly and disabled, every third Wednesday of the month. We’ve been fortunate to receive a grant and hope it’ll be very successful.

This February, we have the inquiry to decide on the proposal by Peel to build c.600 houses on the land either side of Worsley Road. The objection is being lead by RAID (Residents against Inappropriate Developments); your attendance at the hearing is very important - dates to be announced.

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Winter & Spring Events...

JANUARY: There will be a local photographic competition to be judged by Danny Morrell.

MARCH: The Worsley Walking Group will be arranging a morning walk followed by lunch in Worsley Library, served by WVCA and ladies from Moorside Residents Group. Plus an Easter party will be held in the Library for the mothers and baby group.

MAY: A talk by Danny Morrel on famous artists and their techniques.

JUNE: Spanish Guitarist in concert hosted by Worsley Townswomens Guild.

This is a very special year for Worsley Village Community Association - we are looking forward to being able to celebrate it with all the community groups and their members." www.worsleyvillage.org.uk

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Community News

Friends of Roe Green:

Looking ahead to 2018 Closing another great year of events, join us for our final celebration of 2017 - A Christmas Afternoon in Roe Green Church, Wednesday 6th December 2pm - featuring Eccles Community Choir, followed by mince pies in the Church Hall.

We will soon be announcing our programme of talks for 2018, the first of which will be ‘The Story of Gerrards of Swinton’, a family building firm founded in 1864, Weds 17th January 2pm.

We started Friends of Roe Green (FORG) over 11 years ago and have always had great support from local businesses and sports clubs and, not least, the church on the Green. Our aim is simply to maintain what we already have - a pretty village appreciated by residents and visitors alike, and to promote Roe Green’s really fascinating history which you can read about on the monument outside the play park.

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Like everywhere else, speeding traffic is a problem and a real danger, and also inconsiderate parking.

The 20MPH speed limit soon coming into force should help with the former and the local community police officers are supporting with leaflets to discourage the latter, particluarly when it puts pedestrians at risk.

With our close links with Roe Green Church, we are delighted to have met and already begun discussions with Emma, the church’s new Youth Leader, who has some exciting ideas about improving community spirit further between the generations. So watch out for new developments!

Find out more at www.friendsofroegreen.org and read the noticeboards around Roe Green. To join FORG (min fee £5.00 p.a. per household), contact our membership secretary on 0161 790 3166.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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New Year Healthier You

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

Step your training up a gear with our fantastic range of fitness facilities and high octane classes.

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Keep Your Energy Levels Up This Winter!

It’s not uncommon to lose motivation during the winter months. Putting 100% into training when the evenings are getting darker and the days are getting wetter is hard. It’s natural and you’re feeling just like 90% of other people but it’s because of these reasons that it is even more important to make sure that both your nutrition and supplements are correct, not only to improve your physique aesthetically, but also for your health & fitness.

A low carbohydrate, high protein and high fat diet will ensure that your body fat isn’t increased but you will still have high energy levels throughout the day. Your meals eaten little and often will ensure that blood sugar levels stay stable throughout the day preventing a spike in insulin which causes fat storage.

Supplements are there to do just that, supplement a balanced diet, and the ones I would recommend especially throughout the ‘cold season’ are: Vitamin C High EPA Omega 3’s Multivitamins ZMA’s Although not essential, these supplements will help to keep your immune system performing at a high standard which reduces your risk of catching illnesses. They will also keep you feeling energetic and happy which will prevent you from ‘cheating’ on your diet!

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New Year Healthier You

PILATES: Health Benefits 10 Reasons why you should try it Described as an art of controlled movements, pilates offers a number of both physical and mental benefits when practiced regularly as an exercise routine.

1. Focuses on Core Strength. Promoting strength and balanced muscle development as well as flexibility and increased range of motion for the joints.

6. Improves Posture. Good posture is a reflection of good alignment supported by a strong core. It is a position from which one can move freely.

2. Adaptable to many Fitness Levels and Needs.

The foundations of Pilates movement apply to all.

Building from core strength, focusing on proper alignment, and a body/mind integrative approach.

7. Increases Energy. It gets the breath and circulation moving, stimulates the spine and muscles giving you a feel-good factor.

3. Creates Strength without Bulk. It doesn’t build muscles, but develops toned muscles that work perfectly within the context of the body as a whole.

4. Increases Flexibility. Working towards a safe increase in length and stretch of the muscles and range of motion within the joints.

5. Focuses on Core Strength. The core muscles of the body are the deep muscles of the back, abdomen, and pelvic floor.

8. Promotes Weight Loss & Leaner Appearance.

Pilates improves muscle tone, balances musculature, creating long, strong muscles and a leaner look.

9. Increases Body Awareness. Pilates is about ‘the complete coordination of body, mind and spirit’. Each movement practiced with ‘total attention’.

10. Professionally run local classes. Worsley Physio Clinic offer a range of Pilates Classes and One to One sessions. Classes, supervised by a Chartered Physiotherapist, will offer attention tailored to your needs.

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Local Business Feature

SALFORD HOME CARE PROVIDER RATED “OUTSTANDING” Home Instead Senior Care was inspected by the independent care sector regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC), in September. The recently published results rate the service, owned and managed by Salford locals Susan Robinson and Jo Shaughnessy, as outstanding.

Only two per cent of home care providers inspected by the CQC have been awarded the coveted ‘outstanding’ rating, making this a truly impressive achievement. Commenting on the rating, Jo said, “We are thrilled that in under two years, our service has been deemed to be outstanding by the industry’s regulator. We are incredibly proud of our amazing team and pleased to see their dedication recognised.”

In the report, one CAREGiver said, “The matching process is always used - a good amount of time is spent learning about people’s backgrounds and

there is always an introductory meeting with the people we will be caring for.” Another CAREGiver said, “It is so good working for Home Instead.

Team working is very good and the culture is almost family like.”

In summing up the caring nature of the business, inspectors wrote, ‘The feedback we received from people who used the service was unanimously positive both about the care they received and the CAREGivers. People consistently told us CAREGivers provided an excellent level of care which was dedicated, compassionate and centred around what they wanted.’ Susan commented ‘we are always looking for CAREGivers who care from the heart. We have Clients waiting to be matched.’

For more details on Home Instead Salford and Worsley, including the full CQC inspection report, visit www.homeinstead.co.uk/Salford or telephone 0161 870 3861.

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“Pigs Might Fly” The amazing aqueducts of Barton –Part 1 When, in 1759, the Duke of Bridgewater commissioned his engineer, James Brindley, to build the canal that would bear the Duke’s titular name, he specified that its route be from his coal mines at Worsley to a market for the fuel in Salford. It was to be a “contour” canal that followed the same land elevation throughout its course and therefore required no locks. To achieve this it would proceed from Worsley to Barton and then follow close to the north bank course of the River Irwell up to Salford. Work was started, but then abruptly stopped by a change of mind which has never been explained. It was decided instead to cross the Irwell at Barton and continue along the south bank - to Manchester. A possible answer to this change is that there is a slope on the sandstone bedrock on the north bank which would have required a deep cutting, no doubt at great cost. The change of route meant that Brindley had to come up with a bridge over the Irwell – not any old bridge, but one that had to carry water and boats – an aqueduct.

The change of plan and route required a Bill to be presented in Parliament for approval, but also it demanded that Brindley show his design for approval to demonstrate that it 28 ON OUR DOORSTEP

would not obstruct existing navigation on the River. Now Brindley, although a talented practical engineer, had no formal schooling, and therefore no written designs, but he was nothing if not resourceful. To demonstrate the arches of the aqueduct he used a large round of Cheshire cheese, cut in half and inverted and with a plank on top to represent the canal waterway. To illustrate how it would retain water he produced a lump of clay and worked it into “puddle” to show its retentive property.

The plans were approved.

CONSTRUCTION Aqueducts were nothing new; the Romans had built them to provide drinking water to cities over 1700 years before. But a navigable aqueduct was something completely new to Britain and Brindley’s at Barton has since been hailed as one of the “seven wonders of the canal age”. Completed in 1761 it was a massive project by any measure. It was 200 yards long by 12 yards wide and it had three arches, the central one having a span of 63 feet. The canal which it supported was at a height of 39 feet above the Irwell. It was so ambitious that it was celebrated as a major wonder of the day and many said it would never survive.

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James Brindley (1716-72), Canal Engineer

Barton Old Aqueduct and Bridge, Albert Harris 1894, Manchester Art Gallery

So sceptical were many that it is said it gave birth to the popular saying: “...and pigs might fly”. The full expression of the saying is “And pigs might fly, when waters meet in Market Street. But those who doubted were proven very wrong. The canal marched on to Castlefield, in Manchester and terminated close to Market Street. Little did the public know however, how close to calamity the project came. On the day that water was first allowed to enter the aqueduct and fill the channel, one of the arches began to buckle under the weight. Brindley, it is said, succumbed to stress and locked himself away in a room at a Stretford hotel. However, John Gilbert, the Duke’s Agent, was equal to the crisis. He managed to heal the breach and had newly-puddled clay and mortar installed and given time to settle.

It was a question of less weight on the haunches of the piers and redistribution to the crown. The basic design was sound and was to last for nearly 140 years.

took off. The Duke’s wealth greatly multiplied and his fame as the “Canal Duke” was assured.

The Canal and its aqueduct became rightly famous and the latter was a “must” on the tourist circuit where the novelty of seeing boats travelling in the air on the canal, over other boats sailing the river, was celebrated by writers of the day.

Sadly however this great construction was not to last until the present day. It was to be superceded by something even more marvellous... but that is another story. But a memory lingers still. Should you walk to Barton road bridge today from the Eccles side - look to the left. Across a small and pretty “Pocket Park” you can see the original earth and masonry ramp which still carries the Bridgewater Canal, that Brindley built. Well worth inspection.

Written by John Kirwin

INFLUENCE OF THE CANAL The canal and its aqueduct were opened on 17th July 1761, just 15 months after the Act of Parliament was passed that permitted its construction. With all our present day legislation procedures and construction capabilities it is doubtful that the same could be achieved today in less than THREE TIMES AS MUCH !

It was an immediate success. The price of coal plummeted because of the huge cut in transportation cost, industry boomed in the region as a result and the Industrial Revolution PLEASE REMEMBER TO MENTION ON OUR DOORSTEP WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTS

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Local Business Feature

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Local Business Feature

BIN AND GONE In October 2014 Bury became the first council in England to empty rubbish bins only once every three weeks. A local entrepreneur, Josh Morris, believed that most homes still had a need for more regular bin collections.

Following the reduced service in Salford, many people have struggled to keep on top of their rubbish, citing problems with overflowing bins, local fly-tipping, bad smells and increased numbers of flies and maggots.

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What’s On DECEMBER 2017 & JANUARY 2018 Community Events WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House Join us for our Christmas dinner and enjoy festive music from Eccles Community Choir. Please book in advance. All welcome.

Mon 4th December 6.30pm Call for ticket prices Anne Adams: 0161 728 6783 FRIENDS OF ROE GREEN Roe Green Church & Church Hall Join us for a festive afternoon with entertainment by Eccles Community Choir in Roe Green Church. Followed

by Mince Pies and tea or coffee in the Church Hall.

Wed 6th December 2.00pm £2.00 Members, £3.00 Visitors Jean: 0161 790 4635 CHRISTMAS QUIZ NIGHT Worsley Library Get a team together for a fun, festive social evening - tables of six. Licenced Bar. Stand-up Bingo. Prior booking is essential as numbers are limited.

The Worsley Calendar and cards will be on sale - all proceeds go towards the funding the Christmas Lights.

Wed 6th December 7.30pm £3.00pp Beryl Hensen: 0161 794 9627 www.worsleyvillage.org.uk THE GREAT MINCE PIE GIVEAWAY Monton Unitarian Church Come along to a Christian Aid Fundraising event - with a talk about the Christian Aid Christmas Appeal, plus draw your favourite Christmas meal, make a Christmas tree decoration, and play Ludo with a Twist, to really understand the plight of refugees. The message behind it is to work towards a world where there is enough for everyone. Do come along and support us.

Sat 9th December 2.00 - 4.00pm FREE Rev Anna Jarvis: 07769 038 773 36 ON OUR DOORSTEP

Family Activities CITY AIRPORT: FAMILY DAY OUT

CANDLELIGHT VIGIL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS DAY Eccles Cross, Church Street, Eccles Simple, peaceful celebration of Human Rights Day. Candles, readings and remembrance of those across the world whose right to be different is threatened. Dress warmly. Event hosted by Eccles Town Team.

Sat 9th December 4.00 - 5.00pm FREE Email paula.garstang@salford.gov.uk WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House Join us for a talk by Father Michael on "Marriage with Humour".

All welcome. Refreshments included.

Mon 8th January 7.30pm £2.50 Anne Adams: 0161 728 6783 WORSLEY & BOOTHSTOWN: COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING Boothstown Community Centre Open meetings giving residents an opportunity to discover what’s happening in their neighbourhood.

Meet ward councillors, link in to local community & voluntary groups, find out about local activities and meet local service providers.

Wed 10th January 7.00 - 9.00pm FREE Vincent Nash - 0161 793 2728 FRIENDS OF ROE GREEN Roe Green Church Hall Join us for ‘The Story of Gerrards of Swinton’, a family building firm founded in 1864. Refreshments and a raffle. Everyone welcome!

Wed 17th January 2.00pm £2.00 Members, £3.00 Visitors Jean: 0161 790 4635

City Airport (Barton), Eccles For a great day out and perfect for families and children, visit City Airport, where you can eat and drink at our Café and Bar ‘Runway 26’. You can enjoy a hive of activity as aircraft take off and land. Watch from our extensive grass viewing and picnic area plus our Control Tower viewing balcony. With a brand new Kids Play Zone and lots of regular events, we invite you to visit! Free parking. For more details go to www.visitcityairport.co.uk CREATION STATION Salford Museum and Art Gallery See what you can make at our craft table! Suitable for families and young children. Weekly event.

Saturdays & Sundays, 12-4pm FREE (drop-in) Tel: 0161 778 0800 FAMILY SUNDAY Ordsall Hall Have a go at some fun, hands-on activities that span the history of Ordsall Hall from the 1300s up until the present day. A new activity each month. First Sunday of every month.

Sun 3rd December Sun 7th January 1.00 - 4.00pm £1.00 per child (drop-in) Tel: 0161 872 0251 THE AMAZING THING WITH LEMPEN PUPPET THEATRE Eccles Library Storyteller Peter Grimm finds a great big wooden box. Inside is the 'Thing' that takes him on a unusual journey that weaves its way through a medley of well-known Brothers Grimm tales, to ultimately unlock his imagination and free his stories. A magical tale told with puppets, acting and live music. A delight for all the family.

Wed 20th December, 6.00pm £3.50pp (booking required) Tel: 0161 793 2500

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Health & Fitness NHS HEALTH CHECKS Blood pressure, BMI, pulse rates, cholesterol and general health advice.

Marriott Hotel Mondays, 12.00-5.30pm Beesley Green Community Centre Thursdays, 9.30am-1.00pm Boothstown Community Centre Wednesdays, 9.30am-1.30pm Worsley Village Library Fridays, 10.00am - 12.00pm Swinton Gateway Saturdays, 10.00am-12.30pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 STOP SMOKING DROP IN Cut down or stop smoking with the help of our free support sessions.

Boothstown Community Centre Mondays, 5.30-6.30pm Walkden Gateway Wednesdays, 4.00-6.00pm Swinton Gateway Thursdays, 9.30-11.15am FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000

HEALTH WALKS Put your best foot forward with a friendly local walkers group.

GARDENING GROUP Boothstown Marina Enjoy the outdoors and get active by doing some light gardening.

Come and share your skills. Suitable foot & outerwear required. Ongoing.

Tuesdays, 1-3.00pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000

Monton Unitarian Church Tuesdays, 10-11am Sundays, 10-11am Buile Hill Park Tuesdays, 10-10.45am Blackleach Country Park Thursdays, 10-11am

WALK AND TALK Blackleach Country Park Come along and enjoy a leisurely walk. Wear suitable footwear and clothing. Meet at the visitor centre.

Tue 5th & 19th December Tuesdays from 9th January 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000

Clifton Country Park Thursdays, 10.15-11.15am Worsley Court House Fridays, 10-11am Jo Bennett: 0161 778 0559 Email: active.lifestyles@scll.co.uk WEIGH-TO-GO Swinton Gateway Health Improvement activity: Free weight support drop-in. Get a free weekly weigh-in, keep a regular track on your weight, stay motivated and meet others in the same situation.

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WEDNESDAY WALKERS Clifton Country Park A two hour circular walk, exploring the countryside around Clifton.

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Runway 26 is the cafe and bar at City Airport offering delicious hot and cold food and drinks.

A relaxed and friendly place to enjoy breakfast, lunch or tea.

Worth

£40!

Winter Opening Hours Monday - Friday - 10.00am - 5.00pm Saturday - Sunday - 9.00am - 5.00pm Bank Holidays - 10.00am - 3.00pm Plus special events.

Last food orders 1 hour before closing.

*The boot above is for illustration purposes only.

Actual boots may differ. Offer subject to availability and T&Cs.

Holiday Camps - Half Terms & School Holidays For 4-12 year olds • Run by qualified & checked coaches

Powerleague Soccerdome, Trafford Park, M17 8DD Tel: 0161 755 9720 • www.powerleague.co.uk/kids VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.UK

City Airport, Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 7SA 0161 707 0423 | www.runway26.co.uk www.facebook.com/rwy26 | @runway_26

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What’s On CLIMBING CLUB Helly Hansen Watersports Centre Scale our 8m high indoor climbing wall. A great activity to improve confidence and self esteem.

For children, adults & families.

Wednesdays, 6.30pm Adult £6.50, Juniors £5.00 Tel: 0161 877 7252 CANOE CLUB Helly Hansen Watersports Centre Salford Canoe Club beginner friendly sessions. Develop your skills and try out different crafts such as kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, duo kayaks and freestyle kayaks. Fun sessions for all. Join FREE for first week and then pay an initial join fee of £10 (adults), or £5 (juniors).

Thursdays, 6.00pm Adults £7.50, Juniors £6.50 Tel: 0161 877 7252 GREAT RUN LOCAL Watersports Centre, Salford Quays Free timed 2k and 5k weekly run.

Run along Greater Manchester’s unique waterfront. A manned bag drop is available. Volunteers most welcome! There is a short first timer's brief at 6.40pm.

Thursdays, 6.45-7.45pm www.greatrunlocal.org MARINA MILERS Boothstown Marina Enjoy rides along the Bridgewater Canal, through Worsley Woods and many points beyond. Varies between 8 to 15 miles. If a bike is required, please ring to book.

Fridays, 10.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 COMMUNITY BIKE RIDES Cleavley Track, Winton Free leisurely bike ride for beginners and experienced riders. There may be a number of adult bikes and helmets which are free to use, just turn up. Wear suitable clothes and bring a drink. Family rides will be in school holidays. All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Fridays, 10am-12pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000

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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 SALFORD JUNIOR PARKRUN Buile Hill Park A free weekly 2k FUN timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds). The course is run on a mixture of tarmac paths and grass. Ideal for all levels.

Sundays 9.00am FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/salford-juniors BEGINNERS CIRCUIT CLASS Boothstown Marina Exercise class with optional weigh-in at 1.00pm. Improve mobility, balance and keep joints healthy and supple.

Wear suitable shoes and don’t forget your drink.

Fridays, 1st to 8th December, and 12th January to 23rd February 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 HERITAGE HEALTH WALKS Age UK Salford Critchley Community Hub, Chorley Road, Swinton Be inspired to get active, improve your health and learn more about your local area. The walks are in conjunction with Walking for Health and all walk leaders are accredited.

Wear flat, grippy shoes or trainers and suitable comfortable clothing.

Walks held every other Wednesday.

Weds 6th & 22nd December Wed 3rd, 17th & 31st January 11.00am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0161 359 3410 Email: Nichola.Swettenham@ageuksalford.org.uk WEIGH AHEAD! Swinton Gateway Get motivated and attend our free 7 week Weight Support Group. Weekly weigh-in, achievable goal setting and healthy portion sizes.

Thursdays from 23rd January 10.00 - 11.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 Email: Carly.fulton@salford.gov.uk

Kids Activities BABY SOCIAL & STORY TIME Boothstown Library Mums social gathering with breast feeding support available. Ongoing.

Mondays, 10-11.15am FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 TODDLER WALKS Blackleach Country Park Join us for a walk around the park, followed by refreshments in the visitor centre. Suitable for under 5s.

Mondays, 10.15-11.30am FREE Tel: 0161 793 4219 ONCE UPON A TIME… Ordsall Hall Museum For young children and their adults.

Listen to wonderful stories together, have fun singing songs and rhymes, make simple crafts to take home.

Wednesdays (term time only) 9.45 - 10.45am £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251 NCT: MONTON PRAM WALK Stableford Avenue, Monton Leaving from Stableford Avenue next to the church on Monton Green.

Pram friendly, no mud so it can still go ahead in drizzle/light rain. In bad weather we meet at a local cafe!

Wednesdays, 11.30am FREE Facebook: NCTBolton 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 PUPPET MAKING Eccles Library Have a go at puppet-making with artist Kate Eggleston Wirtz. Create your very own fairy tale puppet, help it to perform on its own mini stage and photograph it in action.

Join Kate for a fun drop-in session and every child will have their own unique puppet to take home.

Sat 9th December 10.00am - 12.00pm £3.00 per child (booking required) Tel: 0161 793 2500

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

Mondays, 10am-12pm FREE (drop in event)) Tel: 0161 872 0251 BOOTHSBANK ART CLUB Boothsbank Pavilion, Boothstown Come and discover your artistic side.

No experience necessary.

Mondays, 1.30-3.30pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 SINGING WITH DEMENTIA Humphrey Booth Resource Centre A Salford based Charity dedicated to using music as a communication tool to stimulate the process of recall of past memories for people with Dementia/Alzheimers. You can stay for lunch and continue to enjoy company and relaxation.

Wednesdays, 10.30am-12pm FREE Tel: 0161 788 9053 www.singingwithdementia.co.uk

ECCLES DAY TIME CHOIR Eccles Library, Eccles Gateway Relaxed and friendly weekly choir led by Salford’s Music & Performing Arts Service (MAPAS). Have a go at singing for the first time. Perfect for beginners and experienced singers alike. Meet new friends and improve your confidence. Performance opportunities at local events.

Wednesdays (term time only) 2.45pm £2.00 per session (booking required) Tel: 0161 909 6528 CEROC ADDICTION DANCING Eccles Town Hall Fusion of Salsa, Latin, Ballroom, Tango & Jive. Learning to partner dance at Ceroc is a great way to keep fit, socialise and an easy way to learn to dance whilst enjoying a complete night out! Three hours of dancing: Beginners Class (8pm), Intermediate Class (9pm) and Social Freestyle. New members and experienced dancers welcome any week.

Wednesdays, 7.45-11.00pm £8 New Members, £7 Members, £5 Concession (booking not required) www.cerocaddiction.com

BUSY BEE 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 (term time only) 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE Julie Kenyon: 07826 874122 or 0800 952 1000 BRIDGEWATER VOLUNTEERS Duke’s Drive Car Park Help harvest the new willow growth for Willow Craft Workshops later this month. All abilities welcome. Over 18s only. Wear suitable footwear and outdoor clothing. Bring a packed lunch. Tea and coffee provided.

Wed 6th December 10.00am - 3.00pm FREE Jill Tyson: 0161 925 1179 E: bridgewatercanal@salford.gov.uk

JUST TREES

of Manchester & Cheshire Based in Monton, we offer a wide range of Tree Surgery, Management and Pruning solutions for home owners and businesses

Pruning & Management

Tree Removal & Felling

Wood Chopping & Disposal

WHY US? We are....

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We offer a wide range of services from Stump Removal to Hedge Pruning, and everything in between Contact John Barton on:-

0771 770 6947 / 0779 620 0100

or

0161 788 7899

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What’s On LIGHTWAVES 2017 Salford Quays Another stunning programme of digital light art set to take over public spaces for an unforgettable 10 days. The UK's biggest free digital light festival, it includes interactive sculptures, a dynamic waterside sculpture of light and sound, light painting workshop & characters from sci-fi and Children’’s TV. Fri 8th to Sun 17th December 12.00 - 10.30pm www.quaysculture.com WORSLEY WOODS VOLUNTEERS Worsley Woods Come along and help the ranger with practical tasks in the woods.

Meet by the play area off Sefton Drive. Please confirm attendance at least 5 days before task date.

Sat 9th December 10.00am - 12.30pm FREE Joe Palframan: 07872 808005 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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A CHRISTMAS KILLING - AN INTERACTIVE MURDER MYSTERY Eccles Library A traditional tale given a unique and murderous twist. World renowned businessman Sir Alan Scrooge is found dead in his parlour. Crack the clues, interrogate the suspects and catch the killer in a festive interactive mystery event. Fun, fatalities and frivolities guaranteed!

Wed 13th December 7.00 - 9.30pm (doors open at 6.30pm) £7.00 per person (booking required) Tel: 0161 793 2500 ECCLES & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Alexandra House, Peel Green Join us for talks and presentations on a wide range of topics relating to both local and national history.

Wed 13th December Christmas Meal (details TBA) Wed 10th January: Paul Speakman The 1851 Visit of Queen Victoria 7.30pm £16.00 Annual Membership Visitor’s £3.00 per meeting Email: eccleshistory@yahoo.co.uk

UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE Eccles Town Hall National organisation for retired & semi-retired people. We have 25 different groups that provide a wide variety of interests and have a Social Morning, with speaker, on the 3rd Friday of every month.

Fri 15th December: Christmas Party Fri 19th January 10.00am - 12.00pm £1.00 Marlene Evans: 0161 790 9380 www.salfordu3a.co.uk THE DEAD OF WINTER: WRITING THE CRIME MYSTERY WORKSHOP Eccles Library Join Salford writer Jane McNulty to create your own crime story. Explore what makes a good mystery and how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Flex your creative muscles in a friendly supportive atmosphere with a professional writer on hand to guide you. Ages 16yrs+ Thu 25th January 7.00 - 9.00pm £7.00pp (booking required) Tel: 0161 793 2500

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RESTAURANTS & BARS

Aromathai Spa........................................25 Bethany’s Beauty Room.......................19 Salon Vert Hair & Beauty....................23 Worsley Laser Clinic....................14 & 15

Bridgewater Funeral Service.............40 Bridgford & Sons.................................16 Broadoak Funerals...............................20

Grill in the Park, Worsley Marriott....21 Movers & Shakers..................................19 Runway 26 City Airport........................37 The Blind Pig.............................................13 The Naz........................................................4

BUTCHERS/MEAT RETAILERS Ringwood Marketing...........................17

CARPET RETAILERS The Height Carpet & Flooring..........33

GARDENING Bents Garden & Home.........................11 Fairway Lawns.........................................48 Just Trees (Tree Surgeons)....................39

HAIR SALONS Hair Eden..................................................15

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Diddikicks...............................................6 Powerleague Soccerdome.................37 Urban Stage Theatre School................7

HEALTH & FITNESS

CLEANING SERVICES

ASG Footcare..........................................24 Julie’s Weigh2Fitness...............................25 Worsley Physio Clinic...........................24 Worsley Park Marriott Leisure............22

OvenClean.......................................17 Zero Dry Time Carpet Cleaning.......32

HOME IMPROVEMENT

DOMESTIC CARE Home Instead Senior Care...................26

DRY CLEANING/ALTERATIONS REEDS.....................................................5

ESTATE & LETTING AGENTS

A J Prady Painting...................................35 Alfred Fraser Bathrooms.........................2 Classic Driveways.................................33 General Building Works & Repairs...31 Graham Towler Locksmiths...............31 GTN Plumbing & Building................35 Just Clean Property Care....................34 Portfolio Kitchens...................................2

SCHOOLS & COLLEGES Bridgewater School..............................7 Salford College...........................................9

SECURITY SYSTEMS Burgess Security Systems....................35

SHOPPING CENTRES Eccles Shopping Centre......................44 Walkden Town Centre..........................10

SOLICITORS Widdows Pilling & Co........................30

TRAINING COURSES Corinth Training.........................................8 St James’s Teacher Training...................7

TV AERIAL SPECIALISTS Worsley TV Solutions.............................27

Cardwells..............................................31 Irlam Estates...........................................27 Miller Metcalfe.....................................19

IT SERVICES

WASTE DISPOSAL

Ellenbrook Computers........................18

Busy Bins.............................................1 & 34

FLORISTS

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Flower Frenzy............................................13

Specscart............................................10

Proposals Bridalwear..........................43

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Once Upon a Time at Christmas, in Eccles...

Join us for a programme of events in Eccles Shopping Centre!

Christmas Market & Reindeer Saturday 2nd December, 2017 + Extended Christmas Market with food, gifts & entertainment + Regular Indoor Market + Real Reindeer + Santa’s Grotto! + Giveaways for Children + Competitions + Festive Food & Drink and more activities being planned!

Last Minute Christmas Shopping Market Saturday 16th December, 2017 If you haven’t finished your shopping by now - it’s not too late! You’ll find...

+ Extended Christmas Market with food, gifts & entertainment + Regular Indoor + Farmers & Craft Market + Santa’s Grotto + Giveaways for Children + Competitions + and much more...

!

PlusFREE VIRTUAL REALITY GAME SESSIONS: FRI 15TH & SAT 16TH DEC

10-6PM, FIRST COME FIRST SERVED, MIN HEIGHT 150CM, PARENTAL CONSENT REQ’D FOR U16’S A THRILLING ‘SCIENCE FICTION’ GAMING EXPERIENCE SPONSORED BY ECCLES SHOPPING CENTRE

Ho-Ho-Hop

Check our Facebook page & website for more details; EcclesShoppingCentreEccles

Tel: 0161 707 3058

@ ecclesmall

www.ecclesshoppingcentre.co.uk

e to see you there… !