On Our Doorstep - February / March 2010

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Welcome to the second issue of On Our Doorstep magazine.

Well, luckily we got the first issue out just before the “ice-age” struck Worsley last month!

Thank you everyone for the fantastic feedback we’ve had - from friends, readers and advertisers. We’ve heard some great stories about how effective the advertising has been, and Lars is a local celebrity now!

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In Our Community

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Invitation to The Dining Rooms

Award winning restaurant on your doorstep, at Worsley Park

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Special features include an interview with Andi Jones - a local sporting hero, some great fitness advice, activities for the Half Term and some fascinating Worsley History.

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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 Printed by: Tangent Print Services 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.

Chinese New Year An insight to the festival

In this issue we have some great articles written by local residents and businesses. So another thank you to the contributors. It’s great to have the community involved.

Hope you enjoy this edition - happy reading!

Worsley Townswomen & Kurling

Roman Walls & Catacombs?

A lesser-known historical curiosity in Worsley

Half Term Activities A guide to what’s on this week

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Why everyone should Strength Train The benefits of doing weights

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What’s On February & March events

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Worsley Sticky Toffee Pudding A mouth-watering recipe

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Meet Andi Jones

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Mother’s Day

A local athletic celebrity

Organise something special

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In Our Community

Worsley Village Townswomen’s Guild The Townswomen's Guilds is one of Britain's leading women's groups. A professional organisation formed when women first won the right to vote in 1928, with the express aim of educating women about good citizenship.

Worsley Village Townswomen’s Guild (WVTG) is part of this organisation and has been running for 44 years. Sheila Mayall, Secretary for the group which has roughly 75 members - “we are a very friendly bunch who are only too happy to welcome new members”.

Townswomen’s Guilds play an active role in their communities and work to raise funds for a variety of causes. Alongside this worthy work, members have plenty of time for friendship and fun.

WVTG meet the first Monday of each month at 7.30pm at Worsley Court House. “We have speakers, games nights, quizzes, entertainment and Harvest supper and Christmas meals with entertainment. We have a choir and hold two concerts each year for the public - in July and December”.

The Guild have a chosen charity each year for which they do fundraising. Other activities include:l Arts & Crafts sessions l Tuesday afternoon group (Barton Road l l

Methodist Church Hall, 2.00-400pm fortnightly) (St Mark's Church Hall, 9.30-10.30am)

Keep Fit on Wednesdays Theatre outings group

The next meeting in March is the AGM with cheese and wine.

Non-members welcome.

If you would like to find out more about Worsley Village Townswomen’s Group please contact Sheila Mayall:q Telephone: 0161 799 2075 q Email smayall@sky.com q www.townswomen.org.uk (to find out more about the wider organisation)

New Age Kurling comes to Worsley New Age Kurling is a form of the original curling game that has been adapted to be played indoors on any flat smooth surface. It started in 2000 as a sporting idea for disabled people but fast became popular with able-bodied people. It can be played by all ages and all abilities.

Now you can play in the warm, comfortable surroundings of Worsley Methodist Church Hall, Barton Road.

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The Church was awarded a grant for the equipment from Salford Health Improvement Team. The new venture has proved very popular - no experience is necessary and it’s ideal for people with limited mobility. ALL ARE WELCOME and there is easy access for wheelchair users.

The sessions are held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 2.00pm.

The next sessions are February 17th, March 3rd & 17th. The cost is just £1.

For further information on the events above please contact Charles Ogden on 0161 7902125

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Invitation to “The Dining Rooms” Sean Kelly, Executive Head Chef at Worsley Park, A Marriott Hotel & Country Club, is this year making it his mission to bring the local community into the hotel.

“The challenge with a hotel restaurant is that many local residents see it as either too expensive or too business oriented, but what we want to tell the people of Worsley and the wider surrounding areas is that The Dining Rooms is a Restaurant within a hotel as much as a Hotel restaurant.”

With an 11-year career with Marriott Hotels, Sean began at the Preston Marriott (formerly the Broughton Park Hotel) in 1999.

From there he took up the position of Executive Head Chef at the Liverpool Marriott City Centre where he spent 18 months. In 2004 he moved to the prestigious Hollins Hall Hotel & Country Club in Shipley, Yorkshire before making the trip across the Pennines to take the reins at Worsley Park and position of Executive Chef in late 2005.

AWARD WINNING FOOD AT WORSLEY Since 2005 the hotel has achieved great culinary successes in both Marriott International Awards and the local area, gaining many awards and recognition along the way. Amongst the highlights include:l l

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AA Rosette status 2008 Manchester Large Hotel of the Year followed by Northwest Large Hotel of the Year 2009 Marriott Food & Beverage Excellence award with the Best Overall Food Quality in Europe

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How have Sean and the team at Worsley Park achieved this? “The focus from the start has been to promote the best locally sourced ingredients within the menus and present them with creative flair. The restaurant concept was then modernised to reflect the extensive hotel refurbishment in 2008 and this led to the name change The Dining Rooms at Worsley Park. This represents the versatility of the physical shape the restaurant can take plus the contemporary dining experience we offer.”

OFFERS TO TEMPT As Sean mentioned earlier The Dining Rooms at Worsley Park is keen to engage the local community and offers great value promotions such as:l

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Wine & Dine for £49, which includes 3 courses from the provenance to plate menu and a bottle of wine for two people!

The ever popular Sunday Carvery - at 4 courses, a feast fit for a king (£18.95).

To make a reservation, or for more details, call The Dining Rooms at Worsley Park - Tel: 0161 975 2000

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Lars Zollinger Quality Butchers New varieties of sausage available now All homemade on the premises using only the finest ingredients and natural casings

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Pork a firm favourite Cumberland an old traditional recipe Pork and Black Pudding a great combination Herb a quality breakfast sausage Cocktail a Christmas line now sold all year Pork, Leek and Stilton New Beef and Guinness New Pork with Wild Mushroom New Venison and Black Pepper New Minty Lamb New

Tel: 0161 790 3105 85 Greenleach Lane, Roe Green, Worsley, M28 2RT Opening Times: Tues to Fri - 8.00 to 5.30pm. Sat 8.00 to 4.00pm ON OUR DOORSTEP 7

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The Chinese calendar is a yearly one, based on the cycles of the moon. Hence it is referred to as the “Chinese Lunar Calendar”. It is the longest chronological record in history, dating from 2600BC. Because of this cyclical dating, the beginning of the year can fall anywhere between late January and the middle of February. A complete cycle takes 60 years and is made up of five cycles of 12 years each.

The Chinese Lunar Calendar names each of the twelve years after an animal. Legend has it that the Lord Buddha summoned all the animals to come to him before he departed from earth. Only twelve came to bid him farewell and as a reward he named a year after each one in the order they arrived. The Chinese believe the animal ruling the year in which a person is born has a profound influence on personality, saying: "This is the animal that hides in your heart."

Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. The festival begins with the New Moon on the first day of the New Year and ends on the full moon 15 days later; this day is called Lantern Festival.

Specific traditions are followed throughout these 15 days. Generally, it’s a time to pray to the Gods and ancestors for good fortune and health, visit family and eat. Elders give children “lucky money” gifts in red envelopes. The tradition I like most is on New Years Day - no one cleans! Cleaning on New Year's Day is serious bad luck, you might sweep all the good fortune out. However you do have to clean the whole house before New Years day.

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Tigers are said to be bold and adventurous, bestowed with initiative and charm. Tigers are friendly, loving and kind but can also be selfish, short tempered and intolerant.

The Tiger flourishes by power and attention - a natural leader, ambitious and strives to climb the ladder of success. However, they have a tendency to be risk takers, making them act before they think about the consequences.

The Chinese Zodiac These are the twelve animals of Lunar Calendar. What year were you born in and what does it say about you ?

Rats - Courageous & enterprising. Imaginative, charming and very generous to those they love, but do have a tendency to be quick-tempered and over-critical.

Ox - Tolerant person with strong character. Born leaders, inspiring confidence in everyone they come into contact with. However, can be too demanding.

Rabbits - Affectionate, co-operative & pleasant with lots of friends. Private individuals who prefer to be part of a gang as opposed to leading it.

Dragons - Popular, always full of life & enthusiasm with a reputation for being fun-loving. The Oriental Dragon is a divine creature and people born in this year are honoured & respected.

Snake - Romantic, deep-thinking, wise & charming. Although they tend to dismiss others too quickly and are a bit stingy with money! The snake is keen, cunning & places high value on material wealth.

Horse - Exciting, extrovert & the life of any party he attends. Energetic, amazingly hard working & very independent.

Although intelligent & friendly, can sometimes be a bit selfish.

Sheep - Quiet & calm. Charming, elegant & artistic people, who like material comforts. Easy going & relaxed but also a bit of a worrier with a tendency to complain about things.

Monkey - Very intelligent, well-liked by everyone and will have success in any chosen field. Curious & clever people who catch on quickly to most anything. Lucky old you!

Rooster - Flamboyant personality, feisty & obstinate. Trustworthy, hard-working and decisive. Roosters are not afraid to speak their minds and can therefore sometimes come across as boastful.

Dogs - Giving & compassionate. Honest, faithful & supportive to those they love but they tend to worry too much and find fault with others.

Pig - Fun & enlightening personality blessed with patience & understanding. Honest & thoughtful, they make good friends but tend to expect the same from everyone else. More often than not they end up disappointed.

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Worsley History

Roman Walls and Catacombs?

Things you didn’t know about Worsley and a fond trip down memory lane

One of Worsley's lesser-known historical

curiosities is an enigmatic ruin, opposite Granary Lane on Barton Road. Now flanked by the new housing estate of Stable Fold and the block of offices which stand on what was the "Walsh's" steelworks site, this ruin (believed to be the 18th century Granary) was the "Roman Wall" of my youth, back in 1950. Built of mighty red sandstone blocks [probably quarried in The Delph], with walls up to 5 metres high, this collapsed square surmounted by mature trees became whatever the imagination of 10 year olds desired. We merely inherited the name, someone long ago decided it was the Roman Wall, and so it remained.

To us it was Colditz, the Alamo or Camelot.

It was any castle that needed assailing or defending. We leapt from its walls as paratroopers and explored its strange arches, full of rubble, for hidden treasure.

Walsh's, the steel workshop to its left (now

offices), was our "Armoury", for its refuse tip was full of steel rods which became swords and spears. With a dustbin lid added to the ensemble we became King Arthur's knights.

Health and Safety Inspectors of today may shudder, but none of us ever came to harm for all our swashbuckling.

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processes. For schoolboys it had a much more potent value. It was reputed to nullify pain inflicted as punishment with a cane!

Rubbed on the hands it not only had this welcome attribute, it also shattered the offending cane and rendered all such instruments of torture useless.

The Roman Wall is not merely an

impressive structure above ground, it also has an underworld of mystery. No sooner has Worsley Brook briefly emerged into daylight from its subterranean passage under Mill Brow, the Green and the Canal than it plunges into a maze of galleries beneath the old Walsh site and the Roman Wall itself.

Brave indeed was the child who ventured into this dark and echoing place by following the bed of the Brook. Most surprising is that these tunnels lie below the level of the bed of the Bridgewater Canal itself, just a few yards away ! What may have been the purpose of these galleries, whether for flood control or storage, perhaps one of our readers may say.

The "Roman Wall" and its underworld exists to the present day. Thanks to the developer of the adjacent housing, it has even been repaired. It merits some form of plaque relating its history and also inclusion on history walks. The underworld is also intact, but can only be accessed via the stream bed.

Written by John Kirwin

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Half Term Activities Here are a few ideas for you on how to entertain your children this February Half Term!

THE LOWRY 15th - 19th, 11am - 12.30pm

ART ZONE: AMAZING ACROBATS! Can you imagine flying through the air on a sky-high trapeze? Be inspired by Anderson and Low’s Circus exhibition in the Galleries, and explore the daring world of acrobats and performers to create your own colourful trapeze mobile. £3.50 (£2.50 Salford residents)

13th & 20th, 11am - 3pm

14th & 19th, 10am- 4pm (every half hour)

16th - 18th, 11am - 12.30pm

DRAMA ZONE: MONKEY BUSINESS Use fun and hectic drama games to explore what would happen if the visitors and the animals swapped places at the zoo. £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)

15th & 16th, 11am - 4pm 21st, 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3.30pm (30min sessions)

Hall i' th' Wood Museum, Bolton.

Salford Museum and Art Gallery

16th - 18th, 12 - 4pm TUDOR GAMES AND TOURS Play Tudor games and take a tour of the museum with our very own Tudor character.

Free for children (£2 adults) No need to book, just drop by.

Tel: 01204 332370 www.boltonmuseums.org.uk

Tue 16 February

DECORATE A PENCIL TIN Be the coolest kid in class when you go back to school after half term by decorating your very own pencil tin to take home with you.

Drop in sessions will be held at 11am-12pm, 1.30-2.30pm and 2.30-3.30pm £1.00 per child Thu 18 February

MAKE YOUR OWN FRIDGE MAGNET Design a picture to turn into your own fridge art!

Drop in sessions will be held at 11am-12pm, 1.30-2.30pm and 2.30-3.30pm £1.00 per child Drop in sessions - no need to book. Children need to be accompanied by an adult at all family events.

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HEATON PARK IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH

Mon 15th & Sat 20th February 12pm - 3pm

OPEN STUDIO: FAMILY DROP IN GO LARGE! Be inspired by one of the incredible large objects from the Main Exhibition Space and get creative in the Learning Studio making your own jigsaw featuring the large object of your choice. Learn about the facts and stories behind the objects while creating a unique souvenir to take home.

Tue 16th and Fri 19th February 12.15pm, 1.20pm, 2.15pm and 3.15pm

15th, 17th & 19th February Free activities for children aged 8 to 16 years:Mon Mon Weds Weds Fri Fri

10-12pm 1.30-3.30pm 10-12pm 1.30-3.30pm 10-12 noon 1.30-3.30pm -

Orienteering Wilderness Walk Woodland Survival Angling Wilderness Walk Angling

Pre-booking is essential.

Tel: Park Warden on 0161 773 1085 ext 207 Places are limited. Bookings will commence one week before the start of the activities. www.heatonpark.org.uk

WHAT A PERFORMANCE - GO LARGE! Discover the stories behind some of the incredible objects in the Main Exhibition Space in these special performances.

Meet characters from WWI, WWII and 1960s Berlin.

Daily at 12.30pm, Main Exhibition Space TIMESTACK HANDLING SESSIONS - GO LARGE! A great opportunity to get hands-on with objects from Imperial War Museum's collection in these themed 20-minute object-handling sessions. Join a member of staff for an opportunity to discover the stories behind the artefacts.

Available daily from the Information Desk

GO LARGE! - GALLERY PACKS Pick up a multi-sensory family friendly gallery pack to help you explore the Main Exhibition Space. There are 3 different packs themed to one of the following large objects: WWI Artillery Piece, WWII Fire-fighting Trailer and the Cold War Trabant Estate Car. Each pack contains an exciting mix of resources and a trail guide with questions and exciting facts.

Wed 17th, Thu 18th & Sun 21st February

HOTSPOTS Lively sessions using a range of art and craft materials to help you make your own unique souvenir.

Tatton Park Sat 13th - Sun 21st February (closed Mon 15th)

Stone the Crows! Naughty squirrels have stolen the Scarecrow Gardeners' tools. Follow a quiz to find the scarecrow gardeners and the missing tools!

Sat 20th (extra activity)

Bring & Dress a Scarecrow Day games/activities Adult £4.50, Child £2.50, Family £11.50 (under 4's free).

Normal Park Entry Charge applies Tel: 01625 374400 for more information

FREE HALF TERM PLAY SESSIONS

Salford Community Leisure We are pleased to offer a fun packed Half Term in Worsley & Boothstown for 8 -16 year olds.

MULTI SPORTS & ARTS’N’CRAFTS Bridgewater Independent School, Worsley Road MULTI SPORTS Bridgewater Independent School, Worsley Road SPORTS FESTIVAL Venue TBC Bring appropriate footwear and clothing for all venues.

For more info contact Richard Brown on 0161 778 0778

Fancy doing something different this half term?

The Playin' Out Team will be running free play sessions for children aged 5-13 years. They will be bringing lots of great equipment, playing fun games or doing exciting activities with a difference!

We welcome all children regardless of race, gender or ability. They are free to come and go as they please.

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Last month’s Competition Winner In January, On Our Doorstep ran a competition for one reader to win a month’s Leisure Club membership at the Worsley Park Country Club.

Thank you to everyone who entered.

We are pleased to announce the winner as RUSSELL WOLSTENHOLME of Hazlehurst Road, Worsley.

Congratulations Russell!

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Why everyone should strength train Karen Pheasant, owner of Ladies Workout Express, explains how strength training can provide significant functional benefits and improvement in overall health and well-being.

Are you female? Or a male over 40?

Then the chances are that when you think about exercise you picture a treadmill or a brisk walk. Mention strength training and a vision of Arnie Schwarzenegger or a female fitness model will almost certainly spring to mind. This preconception isn't helped by the attitude of the guys in the weights room at your local gym, which will at best be curious and at worst, outright hostile.

The popular concept of exercise for women, and for anyone who wants to lose weight, is to spend hours a week doing cardiovascular training in serried ranks at the gym. Unfortunately, this means that the people who would benefit most from strength training either don't understand how much they could gain from it, or are put off doing it.

SO WHY SHOULD EVERYONE STRENGTH TRAIN? Our muscles are vital for body structure and movement, to enable us to complete everyday tasks. Anyone who has broken a limb will appreciate how quickly muscles waste away when not being used. But natural muscle wastage starts to take place around the age of 35. Each year the amount of muscle will reduce, until in later life walking up stairs, shopping and even dressing may become impossible.

The good news is that this process can be halted and even reversed through strength training. Bone density, flexibility and balance will also benefit markedly.

HOW IT CAN HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT Strength training also plays a role in weight loss. Muscle is an active tissue that burns calories, even at rest. By increasing muscle mass you will elevate your metabolic rate and speed weight loss. Plus you will look more toned and less flabby as the weight comes off.

Ladies needn't worry about becoming muscle-bound, since this would require high levels of testosterone, long sessions lifting very heavy weights and following a very specialised diet. Think instead of Michelle Obama's beautifully toned arms!

So next time you go to the gym, ask to be given a programme that includes at least 50% weight training. You'll enjoy the variety that it adds to your workout and soon notice an improvement in your strength and energy levels. After that you will never look back!

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What’s On IN FEBRUARY & MARCH Community Events COMMUNITY POLICE SURGERIES Your Neighbourhood Officers invite you to drop in and chat about any issues concerning yourself or the community.

Roe Green:Wed 17th Feb, 3.00pm Beesley Green Community Ctr Worsley:Fri 19th Feb, 10.00am Worsley Village Library Neighbourhood Police Team Tel: 0161 856 5284 INDOOR KURLING Worsley Methodist Church Hall Enjoy “New Age Kurling” in the warm. No experience necessary and it’s ideal for people with limited mobility. All are welcome, easy access for wheelchair users.

Wed 17th Feb, 3rd & 17th March 2.00pm £1.00 Charles Ogden 0161 7902125 VALENTINES “GANGSTER & MOLLS” Roe Green Cricket Club Roe Green Tennis Club Party!!!

For one night ONLY, with live entertainment! Don't miss out.

Put it in your diary and put a smile on your “scar face!”

Sat 20th February 8.00pm till late (£5 donation requested) for tickets contact Jon McCue email: joffmccue@btinternet.com

AGM - WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House All ladies welcome to join us for our AGM & cheese & wine!

Mon 1st March 7.30pm Sheila Mayall Tel: 0161 799 2075 TEA DANCE Worsley Methodist Church Hall, Barton Road Tea Dances with a professional leader. Everyone welcome, from beginner to expert.

Tue 23rd March 2.00pm £3.00 (includes refreshments) Charles Ogden 0161 7902125 COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING Boothstown Community Cntr Worsley & Boothstown open meeting where local residents can influence decisions about their neighbourhoods..

Wed 24th March 7.00pm Marie Johnson Tel: 0161 790 4562 SCL OVER 50’S CHOIR Beesley Green Community Cntr Join the Salford Community Leisure singers weekly and achieve a healthier lifestyle through music. Run by the SCL Healthy Hip and Heart team.

You don’t have to be a good singer. Fun and socialising is the objective. All adults regardless of age are welcome.

Every Thursday, 1.30pm Bridie Fitzgerald Tel: 0161 778 0543

Family Activities VALENTINES FUN FAIR Heaton Park Valentines Fun Fair with over 30 attractions and free entry to a heated marquee Sat 13th - Sun 21st Feb Sat 27th & Sun 28th Feb 12.00 - 6.00pm 0161 773 1085 www.heatonpark.org.uk FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM CLUB Salford Museum & Art Gallery Join us for our film club when we will be screening a selection of short cartoons and animations for children, followed by craft activity.

Sat 27th Feb & 27th March 2.30pm (approx 60mins) Free, first come first served Tel: 0161 778 0800 www.salford.gov.uk/salfordmuseum

ACTIVITY AFTERNOON Salford Museum & Art Gallery Join us for an afternoon of arts and crafts activities on the last Sunday of every month.

Sun 28th Feb & 28th March 2.00 - 4.00pm Free, drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 778 0800 FAMILY ART CLUB Manchester Art Gallery Make the most of you free time together. Come along, play games and be creative in this relaxed 2 hour workshop for you and your 6-11 yr olds.

(1st Saturday each month).

Sat 6th March 1.00 - 3.00pm Free, limited places arrive early Tel: 0161 2358888 ON OUR DOORSTEP 17

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TUDORS LIVE! Salford Museum & Art Gallery Tudor themed fun days on the first Sunday of every month Sun 7th March 2.00 - 4.00pm Free, drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 778 0800 BALLROOM SUNDAY Lowry Theatre A fun-packed family event for newcomers and experienced enthusiasts. Come to our ballroom workshop in the morning, then a tea dance in the afternoon. These events always sell out so book early.

Suitable for ages 8+ Sun 7th March Workshop 11.00 - 12.30pm Tea Dance 1.30 - 2.30pm Children £3.00, Adults £6.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780 www.thelowry.com/event

Kids - under 5 TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Worsley Woods, meet at Beesley Green Community Ctr Free themed one-hour guided walks around Worsley Woods.

Walks are suitable for prams.

Many walks include an arts and crafts session afterwards.

Refreshments provided.

Every Wednesdays 17th Feb - Teddy Bears Picnic 24th Feb - Fantasy Walk 3rd Mar - Kevin the Squirrel 10th Mar - Coloured Walk 17th Mar - Mini Beasts 24th Mar - Caterpillar Hunt 31st Mar - Easter Walk 11.00am - 1.00pm Julie Holden Tel: 0161 790 8219

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TINY TOTS TALES Lowry Theatre Take your toddler on an imaginative journey of stories and songs. Join us in the Galleries for a fun and inspiring workshop especially for you and your little ones. Each month a different artwork or theme will be explored in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrs Fri 26th Feb, 26th March 10.15am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780 PEPPA PIG WEEKEND Lowry Outlet Mall Come and meet Peppa Pig. Parents can take pictures as Peppa meets and greets the children. Peppa will make 5 appearance between 11.00am and 4.00pm.

Get there early as this is a very popular event.

Sat 6th & Sun 7th March Tel: 0161 848 1850 MINI ART CLUB Manchester Art Gallery Make friends. Make noise.

Make a mess! Activities designed for children aged 5 and under and their family.

Spend quality and fun time together in a safe environment.

Friday 12 March 2010 10.15 - 11.15am, 11.30 - 12.30pm Free, book from a week before Tel: 0161 2358888 BLUE SKY THEATRE - ONE, TWO, HULLABALLOO The Lowry Three comical tales featuring Brer Rabbit and friends - plus puppets, musical storytelling and plenty of joining in!

Suitable for ages 2-6.

Sun 28th March 12.00 and 2.00pm £5 Children , £7 Adults Tel: 0870 787 5780

Kids - over 5 SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE MAKE YOUR OWN ART Lowry Theatre Colourful and creative workshops to encourage budding young artists to develop new skills and try out exciting ideas that stretch their imagination!

Suitable for ages 5-11.

Every Saturday 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780

HOTSPOTS Imperial War Museum North Lively sessions using a range of art and craft materials to help you make your own unique souvenir. Ideal for 5+ Every Sunday Free T: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk KINGFISHER KIDS Clifton Country Park Activities for families with children aged 5-12. Outdoor activity followed by art or craft in the visitor centre. Adults are encouraged to stay with their children and participate as much as they want to.

Sat 20th Feb & 20th March 2.00 - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 HORSE RIDING Heaton Park Try horse riding in the beautiful surroundings of Heaton Park. Ideal for ages 5+.

Saturday - Thursday 10am - 3pm £9.70 per hour Tel: 0161 798 6106

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ANIMALS AND WAR Imperial War Museum North Learn about the roles and experiences of animals during times of war. This interactive tour for children incorporates puppets, performance and artefacts. Ideal for ages 4-10.

Sun 21st Feb, 7th & 21st Mar 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk BILLY'S WAR - AN EVACUATION STORY Imperial War Museum North This lively and engaging session uses a range of visual materials, sound and replica objects to tell the captivating story of a young boy from Salford who was evacuated to the countryside during the Second World War. Ideal for ages 4-10.

Sun 14th & 28th Feb, 14th & 28th Mar 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 DRAMA ZONE: HEROES AND VILLAINS Lowry Theatre Become your favourite super heroes, fairytale characters and villains in this action-packed session of fun drama games.

Tue 30th Mar - Thu 1st Apr 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780

Markets FARMERS MARKET The Mall, Eccles Shopping Ctr Farmers from around the North-West offer specialist meats, fish, cheeses, dairy and preserves.

Sat 20th Feb, 20th March 9.30am to mid afternoon Free entry Tel: 0161 707 3058

Music & Theatre MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE The Lowry A welcome return to The Lowry for Matthew Bourne's ground-breaking modern interpretation of Swan Lake. It premiered in 1995 and turned tradition upside down, taking the dance world by storm.

Mon 1st - Sat 6th March 7.30pm, Weds mat 2.00pm £18.00 - £37.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780

SALFORD SCHOOLS DANCE ASSOCIATION The Lowry Join us for SSDA’s annual festival as they celebrate 10 fantastic years of showcasing dance work at The Lowry.

Featuring youth dance from primary and high schools, this year’s exciting mix of dance is inspired by the theme Red. Tue 9th - Wed 10th March 7.00pm £5.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780 BJÖRN AGAIN - 2010 HERE WE GO AGAIN Lowry Theatre Put on your dancing shoes and share ABBA's greatest hits with the cult worldwide phenomenon Björn Again!

Tues 23rd March 7.30pm £18.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780

SALFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Peel Hall, University of Salford

Verdi: La Forza del Destino Overture Greig: Piano concerto op 16 Sibelius: Symphony no.1

Sun 28th March 7.30pm £6.00, £5.00 for concessions.

Children go free with adult Tel: 0161 737 4126

Outdoor Activities PARKRUN AT HEATON PARK Heaton Park Parkrun organise a series of small, friendly, weekly running events at Heaton Park. Athletes of all ages & abilities welcome.

Register in advance.

Every Saturday 9am start Meet 8.30-8.45am at the Lakeside Cafe.

Free www.parkrun.com HEALTH WALKS Heaton Park Join the Wardens every Sunday for an hour long walk. The pace is suited to the group, and you might see parts of the park you have not come across before. Meet at the Farm Centre.

Every Sunday 11.00am Free Tel: 0161 773 1085 www.heatonpark.org.uk WILDLIFE ORIENTEERING Blackleach Country Park Explore the country park with the ranger. Warm clothing and suitable footwear essential.

Meet at the visitors centre.

Wed 17th February 2.00 - 3.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 ON OUR DOORSTEP 19

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WORSLEY WOODS CONSERVATION MORNING Beesley Green Community Ctr Have a go at some practical conservation work. Wear old outdoor clothing. Meet the ranger outside the community centre on Beesley Green, off Greenleach Lane.

Refreshments provided.

Sat 13th March 10.00 - 12.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 FROM COALMINE TO COUNTRY PARK Clifton Country Park Discover remnants of the city’s industrial past. Ranger lead walk, suitable for all ages, children must be with an adult.

Sun 28th February 2.00 - 3.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219

Wedding Fayres Novotel See our stunning facilities and browse some of the leading wedding suppliers as you prepare for your big day. Over 25 local exhibitors.

Fashion show at 2.00pm.

Sun 21st March 11.00 to 4.00pm £2.00 admission Katy Shortland Tel: 0161 975 2141 Worsley Park, Marriott Hotel Held in conjunction with County Brides.

Sun 21st March 12.00 – 4.00 £3.00 entry Tel: 0161 975 2000

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Wine & Dine TAKE THAT TRIBUTE NIGHT Novotel Enjoy a three course dinner with live entertainment from Manchester’s all time favourite boy band, followed by a disco until 1.00am.

Fri 26th March £34.50 per person Katy Shortland 0161 975 2141 MOTHERS DAY CARVERY LUNCH Worsley Park, Marriott Hotel Carvery & gift for every mum!

Sun 14th March £22.50 Tel: 0161 975 2000 The Barton Arms 2, Stablefold, Worsley Pub Quiz - Mon & Weds 9pm Dining:Grill night - Tuesdays Curry night - Thursdays Tel: 0161 728 6157 The Cock Walkden Road. Worsley Pub Quiz - Thurs 9pm-11pm Tel. 0161 790 2381 The John Gilbert Worsley Brow, Worsley Live entertainment - Sats 9pm Dining:Burger night - Mondays Grill night - Tuesdays Sizzler night - Wednesdays Curry night - Thursdays Fish’n’Chips special - Fridays Sunday - Carvery Tel. 0161 7037733

If you are holding any local events and would like to let us know about them, please email us at sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk or tel: 0161 790 2504 The deadline for the April issue is 12th March.

Talks ASTRONOMY Heaton Park A popular activity led by Heaton Park's Warden Team.

Come and meet with a local Astronomer to learn about the night sky. This is a warm and friendly group ranging from beginners to experts. All newcomers are welcome.

Every Thurs to 25th March 7.00pm - 9.00pm Free Tel: 07990 504 045 IN FOCUS - DON MCCULLIN Imperial War Museum North One of the world's most acclaimed photographers.

Join us for a short walk and talk exploring the life and work of Don McCullin followed by a screening of a specially commissioned interview, filmed in McCullin's Somerset home.

The film allows a unique insight into the life and work of this famous photojournalist as he reflects on his career.

(Ideal for ages 14+) Sun 21st, 28th Feb and 14th, 21st, 28th March 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 WHAT A PERFORMANCE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY Imperial War Museum North Set in the dramatic surroundings of the Museum's Main Exhibition Space, discover the tale of a female spy from the Second World War's Special Operations Executive, in this family friendly monologue.

Sun 7th March 12.15pm, 1.20pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm Tel: 0161 836 4000 Details are correct at time of publishing.

However it is advisable to check event dates and times with the venue in case of changes.

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Worsley Sticky Toffee Pudding Ingredients (makes 6 portions) 150g 60g 60g 150g 2 1tsp 1tsp 250ml

Self raising flour Butter Caster sugar Pitted dates Free range eggs Bicarbonate of Soda Vanilla extract Water

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Place the dates in a pan and just cover with water, add the bicarbonate soda.

Cook dates until soft and the water has nearly evaporated.

Cream butter and sugar, add the eggs and vanilla extract.

Add the flour and mix until smooth Add the dates and bake in a lined baking tray at 160oC for 60 to 70 mins.

Test by placing a skewer into the centre. It will be clean when cooked.

For the Toffee sauce: 6. Add all ingredients apart from the cream and boil for 2 mins.

Add the cream, then boil again.

To Serve: 7. Heat the toffee pudding with sauce, place ice-cream on top, dust with icing sugar and serve.

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Meet Andi Jones... a local celebrity in the athletic arena.

He is one of the UK’s leading distance runners. Born Oct 1978 in Manchester, Andi specialises in road, cross country and mountain running, competes for Salford Harriers and has also represented England and Great Britain.

Andi in the Birmingham Half Marathon 2008 (1st)

Many of the team at “athlete matters” are runners. Clinic Director, Duncan Mason, has over 20 years experience as a Physiotherapist specialising in running injuries. He has competed in the Elite field at the London marathon three times with a best time of 2hrs 21mins. He is involved with coaching young athletes at Salford Mets AC and currently works with some of Britain's top Endurance runners, including Britain's top finisher at the London Marathon 2009, Andi Jones......

At what age did you start running and how did your running career progress?

I started running at 18 years old by wanting to run the London Marathon. This came from watching the marathon every April on the TV and a thought of “I can do that'.

I entered my first London Marathon (1996) with the aim of breaking 4 hours. I did no training for it, headed off to London, finished in 3hrs 58mins - so objective met.

From then I kind of got the running bug and was already looking for my next race on the way home from London!

Next came two Leeds marathons, the Manchester Marathon, two more London Marathons and I also participated in the Tour of Tameside - a six stage, seven day race. Following this I got involved with East Cheshire Harriers and competed for them for a number of years on Road, Cross Country (XC) and Fells.

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Around nine years ago I changed club and coaches and joined Bob Merrell at Salford Harriers. I was looking for a greater level of competition and guidance and found this at Salford Harriers. Gradually training, times started to fall and I started winning races in good times. I picked up a few England vests for the XC and Mountain running. In 2003 I finished 4th at the World Mountain Running Championships in Alaska, USA. I have ran at numerous European Mountain Running Championships and in 2009 the World Half Marathon Championships, Birmingham.

What are your future ambitions in the sport? It’s good to have ambitions and targets. I hope to run a fast time at the Virgin London Marathon (2010) and get selected for either the European Marathon Championships in Barcelona (July), or the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi (Oct).

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Left: 4.5k Worsley run Sept 2009 (1st) Above: London Marathon 2009 (13th)

I want to continue to chip away at my marathon time and run a time which I know I am capable of. I also hope to encourage more people to get involved with sport and athletics and put something back into the sport and repay what it has given me.

What training advice would you give to someone wanting to take up running?

Running is the best sport for anyone to get involved in. With a pair of relatively good shoes it's basically free! No gym membership needed, you can just leave your front door and run. If you want to get more serious or are looking for the great social side of running too, there are always local clubs to join who will welcome people of any standard. Don't think you need to be the next Radcliffe to join a running club:l Find a club which does the type of running you like, whether that be road, XC, fell running or track racing. There are plenty out there. l Build up steadily. Don't go from no running to big miles - you will be injured in no time. l Follow a carefully constructed training programme. l Regular physio will also help ensure you stay injury free and that you can get the

best from yourself. You service your cars so it's only right to service your body on a regular basis.

What are some of your favourite races?

Favourite races - London Marathon. Any marathon really, but the atmosphere when running the London Marathon cannot be matched anywhere else. Racing around the streets of the capital, being the first British athlete and having thousands of people cheering you on is awesome.

Also, any race where I am representing England or Great Britain. When you compete you give 100%, but I always feel that added pressure when wearing the country’s vest to perform even better.

Lastly, I favour any race in the Lake District as the place is beautiful.

Interview by Jackie Mason athlete matters & Worsley Physio Clinic

Andi’s Major Achievements:-

2009 London Marathon - 1st British finisher 13th overall (2:15:20) 2008 Birmingham Half Marathon - 1st (65:42) 2008 Great Britain & NI World Cross Country Team 2006 Liverpool Half Marathon - 1st 2006 North of England XC Championships - 1st 2003 WMRA World Mountain Trophy, Alaska - 4th ON OUR DOORSTEP 27

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Worsley Physio Clinic Forrester Street, Roe Green

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Volunteering in Our Community Salford Ranger Team offers a variety of volunteering activities. Last month we featured the Worsley Woods Action Group. If you love the outdoors, there are also schemes running near Swinton and Walkden.

Blackleach Country Park Currently runs a midweek volunteer programme. This well established group meet every Tuesday and carry out practical conservation work with the Ranger.

New volunteers are always welcome.

Clifton Country Park The Croal Irwell Valley Voluntary Rangers is a joint partnership between Salford, Bolton and Bury. The long running programme has around 60 volunteers who attend weekend and weekday conservation duties throughout the valley.

To join, or for more information, visit:www.salford.gov.uk/volunteer

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14th March 2010 Don’t forget to organise something special for your mum this Mother’s Day. I’ve been a mum for 4 years but I forget that it’s a day for me too. I still think of it in terms about what to do for my mum, and reminding my husband to do something for his!

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3) Getting cute handmade cards from my children.

4) Going out for lunch - somewhere family friendly where the kids can run around. Dunham Massey is always a good place for that.

5) Some pampering ie. a full body massage and/or a facial to revive my tired sleep-deprived skin.

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Community Information Useful contact numbers Safety Police - general enquiries Neighbourhood Policing Team

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