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Contents

Editor’s Note...

Sunny days, blue skies and lighter nights are just some of the reasons we love the months of June and July.

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The longer days give us so much more time to venture out into the community and enjoy ourselves. There are plenty of summer markets, fairs, festivals, walks and kids activities. Fruit picking starts again mid-June. Plus, with the end of another academic year, we can look forward to a more relaxed routine and going on our summer holidays.

We’re lucky to have an abundance of green spaces, woodlands and country parks to explore - fantastic for walks, bike rides and entertaining the children.

If you love relaxing at home, read our ‘Patio Living’ feature and create yourself a stunning outdoor space where you can entertain, enjoy BBQs, bask in the sunshine or relax in the evening.

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Damhouse, Astley Celebrating their 30th anniversary

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Age UK Salford Events in June to commemorate 50 years

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On Our Doorstep is published by Zig Zag Ventures, an independent publisher. 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.

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Our Community

Damhouse, Astley

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS On August 10th, we invite you to join us in celebrating three decades of community spirit, preservation and heritage at Damhouse, a remarkable manor house nestled in the heart of Astley with a rich history dating back to 1595. But it is more than just a historic building; it is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the local community.

Damhouse was commissioned by Adam Mort, who also established a school and a chapel, truly leaving his mark on the community. Over the centuries Damhouse witnessed transformations. In 1650, Mort’s son extended the manor and it later served as an isolation hospital and then a general hospital.

In 1994 the building and grounds were to be sold for demolition to the highest bidder. The residents of Astley rallied and formed Morts Astley Heritage Trust with the aim of retaining access to the open

space and preserving the historic building. Ten passionate residents embarked on a mission to save Damhouse and after 6 years had raised the funds to save the house. 30 years later the trust are still running the show with three original members still on the board.

Damhouse isn’t just a building, it is a hub for our community with a bustling vintage tea room, 17 acres of woodland brimming with wildlife and spacious rooms are available to hire for different functions.

On August 10th we will be celebrating the past 30 years of achievement with a family event in the grounds. Save the date! And follow us on facebook for upcoming information. You can also call the office for more details on 01942 876417

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Local Charity

AGE UK SALFORD CELEBRATES 50 YEARS Age UK Salford turned 50 in November 2023!

As one day isn’t enough to celebrate, the charity will commemorate this milestone during 2024.

They will host several celebrations in June and will round-off with a community conference in November.

The charity recently unveiled a special anniversary window mural at their head office on Church Street in Eccles featuring the faces of staff, volunteers, trustees, and service users.

They also welcome any fundraising initiatives by the local community in recognition of their anniversary and would be delighted if you would like to get involved and support them in anyway.

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Maureen Jolley, Chair of the Board of Trustees said: “We want to take the opportunity of this special anniversary to shine a light on the work the charity and all it has achieved in just over 50 years and our future ambitions to continue to help people to age well.”

To find out more, and if you would like to contribute or take part in fundraising, read about it on the Age UK Salford website: www.ageuk.org.uk/salford About Age UK Salford Age UK Salford is an independent local charity, established over 50 years ago. The charity exists to improve later life for all older people in Salford, through the provision of support, advocacy and direct services.

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Local History

The City of Salford and its Mayors A

pril this year marked the 50th Anniversary of the formation of the present City of Salford, although Salford first became a city in 1926. In 1974 there were changes in local government arrangements throughout the country, including the formation of Greater Manchester and its ten boroughs. Salford now included several other places that had existed independently from it in the County of Lancashire. These comprised two other Municipal Boroughs - “Eccles” and “Swinton and Pendlebury” and two Urban District Councils - “Irlam” and “Worsley”. This meant that three Mayors and two U.D.C. Chairs were reduced to one Mayor and there now existed quite a lot of spare mayoral chains and pendants, giving mayoresses, consorts and deputies a choice as to what to wear on ceremonial occasions.

There had been previous mergers of smaller townships e.g. in the mid-19th Century Salford had merged with Broughton, Pendleton and part of Pendlebury and in 1933 Little Hulton had merged with Worsley.

Salford became a Municipal Borough with its first Mayor in 1844.

This was William Lockett who was previously Salford’s Boroughreeve, a position that dated back to the granting of Salford’s first Charter in 1230 and which disappeared a few years after the Mayor’s post was created. In 1892 Eccles had a “Charter Mayor”, William Slater Boddington, followed by a full-time Mayor William Chadwick Mather. In 1934 Swinton and Pendlebury followed suit with “Charter Mayor” Arthur Bennett and full-time Mayor John Bradley.

Ironically now having just one Mayor, in 2012 a new role of elected City Mayor was created in Salford, initially Ian Stewart till 2016 and since then and up until the time of writing Paul Dennet. This role is similar to the Council Leader in other authorities and involves political, strategic and community leadership of the City.

The original Mayor, normally elected annually by their peers, is now referred to as the “Ceremonial Mayor” and has duties connected with public appearances at local events, where the Mayor often wears the chain and pendant and sometimes mayoral robes. The Ceremonial Mayor represents the Crown and 10 ON OUR DOORSTEP

so in 2022 proclaimed the Accession of the new King after the death of the Queen. They also chair Council Meetings.

To confuse us even more since 2015 Greater Manchester has also had an elected Mayor. Tony Lloyd was appointed as interim and since 2017, when he was elected, Andy Burnham has held the post. In Salford we now have three Mayors, although the two elected Mayors don’t appear in all the regalia of the Ceremonial Mayor. By the time you read this, not only will the Ceremonial Mayor have changed but elections will have been held for the other two Mayors.

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Specscart Founder Sid Sethi makes it to Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2024 Manchester-based Specscart has taken the eyewear industry by storm, and its founder, Sid Sethi, has been recognised for his innovative approach. Sethi has been named in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list in the Retail and E-commerce category.

communities, Bury and Urmston. They've even opened a state-of-the-art glazing lab in Bury and delivered glasses to over 120 countries worldwide.

With a projected revenue of £5 million for 2024, Specscart's future looks bright.

Specscart has completely transformed the traditional experience at an optical store. Founded by Sethi, a University of Manchester alumnus with a passion for innovation, the company is changing how people see and wear glasses.

Sethi's dedication to his team and his vision for Specscart haven't gone unnoticed. In 2023, he was invited to represent North-West Retail Businesses in the UK Parliament, adding to a growing list of accolades. Sethi won the Albert Gubay Awards in 2017 and the Venture Further Awards in 2018, and even served on the judging panel for the Venture Further Awards last year.

Specscart prioritises affordability, convenience, and transparency. Their frames are 70% less expensive than what you'd find on the high street, and they even offer a try-at-home service to ensure you find the perfect pair. Free 24-hour dispatch on prescription glasses and free shipping on all orders make the whole process even easier. Plus, Specscart's pricing is refreshingly transparent; anti-glare, anti-UV, anti-scratch, and impact-resistant lenses are all included at no extra cost.

Specscart goes the extra mile to prioritise quality eye care for everyone, a commitment that shines through their services. They provide free eye tests at all three of their Manchester locations, no Terms and Conditions apply.

In just six years, Specscart has grown remarkably from its roots in Walkden to now serving two more

Sethi is characteristically humble about his latest achievement. "Being on the Forbes list is incredible," he says, "but Specscart's success is a team effort.

From our back-office staff and lab technicians to the tech team and sales assistants, everyone here deserves a pat on the back."

Sethi's innovative approach to affordable, high quality, made-in-UK eyewear is making him a major player in the industry. His inclusion on the Forbes list is a big achievement for the whole of Manchester.

It also shows his hard work, vision, and dedication to bring positive transformation in the eyewear industry. With Sethi at the helm, Specscart is sure to continue revolutionising the way the UK – and the world – sees eyewear.

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The Universal Appeal of Reformer Pilates: A Workout for Every Age

by Kevin Edwards - Core 30 Studio In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness trends, one modality stands out for its universal appeal across age groups: Reformer Pilates. With its emphasis on core strength, flexibility and overall body conditioning, Reformer Pilates offers a comprehensive workout that caters to the needs and abilities of individuals from all walks of life. From teenagers to seniors, here's why Reformer Pilates is the perfect exercise regimen for everyone.

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First and foremost, Reformer Pilates is low-impact, making it suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Unlike high-intensity workouts that can be hard on joints and muscles, Pilates on the reformer machine provides gentle yet effective resistance training. This means that even those with existing injuries or conditions can safely engage in Pilates exercises to improve their strength and mobility without risking further strain or injury.

Reformer Pilates promotes flexibility and joint mobility, which tend to decline with age if not actively maintained. The gentle stretching and lengthening movements performed on the reformer machine help improve range of motion and alleviate stiffness, making everyday activities such as bending, reaching and walking easier and more comfortable for individuals of all ages.

Reformer Pilates offers mental benefits that are particularly valuable as we age. The mind-body connection fostered through focused breathing and mindful movement promotes relaxation, stress reduction and improved cognitive function. This holistic approach to fitness not only enhances physical well-being but also supports mental and emotional resilience, helping individuals of all ages maintain a positive outlook and quality of life.

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Reformer Pilates offers customisable exercises that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of different age groups. Whether you're a young adult looking to tone and sculpt your body, a middle-aged individual seeking to alleviate back pain and improve posture, or a senior aiming to maintain mobility and balance, Pilates exercises can be adapted to target your unique goals and challenges.

Reformer Pilates stands out as the perfect exercise modality for all age groups due to its accessibility, adaptability and holistic approach to fitness.

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Peel Park

SUMMER IN SALFORD If you fancy a walk in the park this summer, Salford has more than 60 to choose from.

The oldest is Peel Park, which includes Salford Museum and Art Gallery. Opened in 1846, it was the first truly public park in England, and was recently restored to its Victorian glory. The park is also part of the 33 mile long Irwell Sculpture Trail, from Salford Quays to Bury. Find full details of the trail at www.irwellsculpturetrail.co.uk.

Nearby Kersal Wetlands, off Littleton Road is a haven for birds and part of Salford’s second flood basin.

Further up the Irwell river valley, Clifton Country Park has 48 hectares of open space as well as the remains of the Wet Earth Colliery, sunk in 1740.

The park’s play area is great for disabled children, with wheel friendly surfaces, a basket seat swing, accessible roundabout and picnic benches. Look out for the giant swing, climbing frame with monkey bars, ropes and slides and animal themed springies.

The park café welcomes dogs and offers a tasty menu of hot drinks, soup and snacks. Open Monday to Sunday, 9.30am-3.30pm In Walkden, Blackleach Country Park, just half a mile from town centre, is a haven for birds and other wildlife and a peaceful picnic spot. Parr Fold Park, off Walkden Road, is a classic Victorian park with landscaped gardens, open lawns, tennis courts, an outdoor gym, skate park and a children’s play area.

Visit their new cafe open Mon to Fri: 10am-5pm and Sat to Sun: 9am-5pm.

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Dukes Drive in Monton and the adjacent former railway lines (known as ‘the looplines’) is great for a countryside walk to Worsley Woods and back down the Bridgewater Canal. Why not enjoy a stop-off at one of the many cafes, restaurants or bars in Worsley and Monton.

The Salford Rangers run free organised activities in the parks, from bat walks to conservation sessions, health walks to den building. Find out what’s on for all ages over the summer at: www.salford.gov.uk/parks www.visitsalford.info www.peelparksalford.info SalfordRangerTeam | PeelParkSalford @SalfordWildlife | @PeelParkSalford RHS Garden Bridgewater

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Fair’s Fair on Divorce Widdows Pilling LLP Clients ask what a court would consider to be a fair division of property and pensions on divorce. It can be difficult to give a straightforward answer to this simple question.

The rules that courts apply to the division of the assets (property, bank accounts, investments, pensions, cars, jewellery etc.) on divorce give a great deal of flexibility as to outcomes and, unlike most European countries (including Scotland), there are no set rules about shared property. Courts are obliged to look to the resources available to both parties (now and in the future), their needs, the needs of any children, contributions to the marriage, length of the marriage, the ages of the parties, incomes, and the conduct (bad behaviour) of the parties. The rules aim to provide flexibility, but flexibility can lead to uncertainty.

On the issue of ‘contributions’, which include nonfinancial contributions to the family, it is certainly not the case of parties getting back what they put into a marriage in terms of money. In most cases, contributions are seen as equal.

On the issue of ‘conduct’ the reason for the breakdown of the marriage is largely not relevant and conduct is only considered when it is either directly related to the couple’s finances or so serious that it would be impossible and unfair to ignore it.

The starting point is that matrimonial assets should be shared equally and in most marriages of any length ending in divorce, an equal division is often the fair outcome.

There are, however, factors that will give a different outcome. Take for example, a short marriage for a young couple with no children where one party provides most of the assets at the outset. Would it be fair to divide the assets equally?

Contrast that couple’s circumstances with a couple approaching retirement where there has been a long marriage with adult children and one of the parties contributed most of the assets when they met 30 years ago, but they have the same needs on retirement. Would it be fair to take account of the initial contribution?

The same rules apply to every marriage ending in divorce regardless of the ages of the parties and their financial circumstances and were written to provide ‘fair’ and flexible outcomes. The intention is to provide a bespoke financial resolution in early course.

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PATIO LIVING Patios are a wonderful way to take the inside out and let us make the most of the warm, light summer evenings.

The word ‘patio’ comes from the Spanish language and means ‘open to the sky’. Patios offer the ability to expand your living space into your garden. Here are a few ways you can make the most of your outdoor space.

Outdoor mats An outdoor mat or rug can make your patio feel like a living space instantly at low cost and in a style that you love. You can also change this flooring easily and try something different which completely alters your outside ‘room’.

Choose an outside mat that you can wash down easily and is UV resistant as it will fade less quickly.

A lick of paint and paintings Make your patio like a room by painting surrounding exterior walls in a colour that you have inside. Make sure you choose exterior paint! Hanging paintings, or other forms of art, can instantly transform this outdoor living space and you can change them as and when you want for instant effect.

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Outdoor furniture There is so much choice in outdoor furniture these days, ensuring that what you sit on outside is functional, comfortable and beautiful!

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Add some warmth It may not be warm every evening, so buy some stylish throws and distribute them on the furniture for everyone to use. You could also invest in a fire pit or chiminea for extra heat on cooler nights.

Cook outside We love a barbecue, so why not create a corner kitchen in your patio to serve up delicious food al fresco! This can be as cheap or expensive, or as temporary or permanent as you want - the options are endless nowadays!

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Reggie N Bollie - Bringing the carnival vibes are these fantastic X Factor finalists. Performing their chart topping hits ‘New Girl’ will certainly get us all in the party mood.

Nathan Moore - Everyone’s favourite entertainer, Brother Beyond’s Nathan Moore, will be back for 2024 with his chart topping hit ‘The Harder I Try’ along with his 80’s disco set.

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Our Community

The New Plotters Garden

by Geoff Hamilton Macmillan Cancer Support allotment volunteer

Following the very wet and cold winter of 23/24 we are looking forward to better conditions this summer.

However, the committee of Tindal Street Allotment Group has not been idle and the refurbishment of the plotters garden is coming along well, with an abundance of new planting and revised layout.

When the vandalism to our wildlife area was inspected last year, the committee realised that the communal garden, of which it was a part, would need a radical makeover and refurbishment at the same time.

The total destruction of the wildlife pond resulted in the wreckage being excavated and the area being re-levelled and landscaped. New planters were installed; the treasurer found an unusual design and twelve planters now form a star shape in the middle of the site, all delightfully planted up with a variety of flowers. The committee is so happy with the scheme that it has been entered into the ‘Britain in Bloom’ programme, organised by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).

Whilst digging, an old brick footpath was found,

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Laying membrane

buried under tonnes of junk and wood-chip.

This has been completely unearthed and forms a pleasant circular path around the central star.

A new wildlife area has been created on the previously overgrown and neglected dumping ground adjacent to the communal cabin. This area is now seeing some unexpected visitors and it’s hoped will attract many more as it establishes.

On the Macmillan allotment, the onions, shallots and potatoes are coming up very nicely in the beds and we hope for continued sunshine with much less rain this summer to ensure some good crop yields.

Our blueberries, gooseberries and redcurrants are blossoming nicely and we hope to see a good result from them too.

The city council has re-affirmed its decision that all allotment sites be locked for security reasons.

Our community plots are continuing to prosper with the NHS and groups working together for health and wellbeing/sociability benefit, as well as the fresh food production that results.

Spreading Woodchips

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WHAT’S ON June & July COMMUNITY EVENTS GAMES AND FRIENDSHIP Enjoy an afternoon of activities with board games and light refreshment.

Games include Scrabble, dominoes, chess and draughts. Come along, learn new games and socialise.

Boothstown Community Centre Wednesdays, 1-3pm Walkden Gateway Thursdays, 1-2.30pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) CUPPA & COMPANY All Saints Church, Swinton, M27 9UG New weekly social group for the Salford 60+ community. Run by Home Instead Salford. Enjoy warm drinks, treats, table activities and heartwarming connections. Tell us you are coming or just turn up!

Thursdays, 10.30am-12pm FREE (drop-in) Tel: 0161 870 3861 E: salford.worsley@homeinstead.co.uk SALFORD VETERANS The Agnes Hopkins Centre, Swinton Social group and practical support for veterans, serving members of the Armed Forces and their families.

Thursdays 11.00am - 3.00pm FREE (drop-in) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) SALFORD SIA FOOD CLUB 40 Chilham Rd, Walkden M28 3DP Come to our community hub and choose your items from a selection of foods available: tins, cereals, juices, sauces, pasta, fresh, fridge and freezer. It’s £2.50 for a minimum of 12 items. We will have also have a FREE selection of toiletries, nappies and sanitary items available too.

Open to EVERYONE, no referral needed, simply come along and choose what you need.

Thursdays, 6-8pm £2.50 for 12 items Facebook.com: salfordsia 28 ON OUR DOORSTEP

BREW AND A CHAT Parr Fold Park Come along and socialise over a coffee or tea. Find out about free activities and groups in your area.

Fridays, 11am-12pm FREE (drop-in) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) CAR BOOT SALE & TABLE TOP SALE Buile Hill Park Join Friends of Buile Hill Park near the Pavillion for some Sunday retail therapy and grab some bargains.

Refreshments and toilets available.

Sun 16th June Sun 21st July 10.30am - 1.30pm FREE entry FB: FriendsOfBuileHillParkFOBHP PLANT SALE Lightoaks Park For all gardening enthusiasts!

Pop down to the park, we have home grown plants for sale!

Sat 22nd June, 11am-2pm FREE entry Facebook: lightoakspark SALFORD HEALTH FAIR Eccles Town Hall Come along to this drop-in event.

It's your opportunity to speak to health and social care organisations in Salford and have your say about your experience. At the venue there is a lift, a disabled toilet, and BSL interpreters will be available.

Tue 25th June, 12-3pm FREE (drop-in) Facebook: TellHealthwatchSalford www.healthwatchsalford.co.uk SUMMER PICNIC Lightoaks Park Celebrate summer and join us for a community picnic. There will be 3 bands, family games, free tennis lessons and the Tea’osk will be open for drinks and snacks.

Sun 7th July 1.00pm - 4.00pm FREE entry Facebook: lightoakspark

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC SUMMER FAIR St Ann’s Hospice, Little Hulton Join us for our summer fair with live entertainment, face painting, teddy bear stall, tombolas, refreshments and food stalls and more. Help raise vital funds for the hospice to care for patients and their loved ones.

Sat 13th July, 12-3pm Adults £1 entry | Children FREE www.sah.org.uk/events ELLENBROOK PTA SUMMER FAIR Ellenbrook Primary School Everyone is welcome to join us for a fun filled afternoon for all the family. Fairground rides, inflatables, crazy golf, games, stalls, BBQ, bar and much more. Entry fee includes the chance of winning a cash prize!

Sat 13th July, 1-4pm Adults £1 entry | Children FREE E: ellenbrookprimarypta@gmail.com PICNIC & LITTER PICK Peel Park Join the community litter pick followed by a picnic. Refreshments provided. Meet at the Joseph Brotherton Statue. Organised by Langworthy Cornerstone, Energise Centre and The Angel Centre.

Tue 16th July 12.00 - 2.00pm FREE entry Angel Centre: 0161 710 1075 ECCLES FESTIVAL Eccles Town Centre Come along for some family fun at Eccles Shopping Mall, Church Street and Eccles Town Hall. There will be artists performing on main stage, stalls, face painting, balloon making, mascots and much more. Enjoy the funfair on Eccles Rec and lower Church Street on 20th & 21st July.

Eccles Leisure Centre will offer £1 swim sessions for this weekend.

Sat 20th July 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry FB: Eccles, Barton & Winton E: EcclesNeighbourhood@salford.gov.uk

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HEALTH & FITNESS SALFORD WELLBEING WALKS FREE walks to improve your physical activity, health and wellbeing.

Roe Green (Wooded Triangle) Mondays, 10-11am Boothstown Community Centre Mondays, 1.30-2.30pm Monton Green Tuesdays, 10-11am RHS Bridgewater Tuesdays, 10.30am-11.30am Kersal Wetlands Wednesdays, 1-2pm Blackleach Country Park Thursdays, 10-11am Clifton Country Park Thursdays, 10.15-11.15am Worsley Green Fridays, 10-11am Monton Green Sundays, 10-11am FREE Jo Bennett : 0161 778 0559 Email: jo.bennett@scll.co.uk GET ON YOUR BIKE! Come and enjoy cycling your way to fitness. For beginners and all levels. Bikes and helmets available.

Blackleach Country Park Mondays, 10am-12pm Cleavley Track, M30 8HY Fridays, 10am-12pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) IRWELL VALLEY WALKS Clifton Country Park Join us for more challenging walks to Queensmere Dam, Prestwich Clough, Radliffe and more. Must be able to walk 5 miles, approx 2 hours.

Bring water and a snack.

Tuesdays, 10am start FREE (booking required) Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk CROWN GREEN BOWLING Eccles Recreation Ground, M30 0FG Join us at the Bowling Pavilion for crown green bowling. For all levels.

Tuesdays, 10.30am-12pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

EXERCISE IN THE PARK The Hive, Victoria Park, Swinton A walk followed by gentle exercise circuit using the outdoor gym equipment. Please wear suitable clothing, footwear and bring some water. Suitable for beginners.

Tuesdays, 10.45-11.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

WEIGH AHEAD COURSE Eat healthier, be more active and start to lose weight. 90% of people successfully lose weight on Weigh Ahead; the average weight loss is five pounds! 6 week course.

SIT DOWN AND STRENGTHEN Eccles Gateway Gentle, fun and enjoyable way to exercise from the comfort of your chair. Everyone welcome, suitable for all abilities. Ongoing.

Tuesdays, 1-2pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

Walkden Gateway Thursdays, 1.30-2.30pm

RELAXATION Eccles Gateway Relaxation session to help you manage the stress and anxiety of daily life. Ongoing.

Tuesdays, 2.30-3.30pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) AGE FRIENDLY SALFORD: WALK AND TALK Salford Parks Join our walks for all abilities.

Anyone can attend. Explore Salford’s green and blue spaces to improve wellbeing, be active and social.

A different location each week.

Get in touch for meeting points.

Wednesdays 11.00am - 12.00pm FREE Tonicha Wallace: 07983 884160 www.agefriendlysalford.org.uk RECREATE-U WALK AND TALK WITH FREE 1-2-1 COUNSELLING Duke’s Drive Come and join our friendly group for a refreshing weekly walk and talk around the Duke's Drive Park in Monton. Meet in car park. Book via https://eequ.org/experience/4446.

As part of this project we can offer a series of 6 free 1:1 counselling sessions with our counsellor.

Wednesdays 11.30am - 12.30pm FREE (booking required) Email: admin@recreate-u.co.uk

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Boothstown Community Centre Wednesdays, 10-11am Eccles Gateway Wednesdays, 11.30am-12.30pm

Swinton Gateway Thursdays, 6-7pm Saturdays, 10.30-11.30am The Height Library Fridays, 10-11am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) MENOPAUSE SUPPORT GROUP Salford Women's Centre, M6 7HL A friendly menopause support group for all. Why not come along and have a chat. In partnership with Mind in Salford.

1st Wednesday of month, 5-7pm FREE Suzanne Rigg: 07966 316 325 NHS HEALTH CHECKS FREE health assessment for Salford residents aged 40 to 74. Measuring blood pressure, cholesterol and BMI. Helping to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia.

Walkden Gateway 3rd Wednesday of month, 1-6pm Eccles Gateway 2nd Thursday of month, 9am-1pm Swinton Gateway Fridays, 9.30-11.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) BE WELL WEEKLY WALKS Weekly walks to get active, meet new people and to get outdoors.

Wear suitable clothing and shoes.

St. John's Church, Mosley Common Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am Boundary Street Green, Tyldesley Saturdays, 10.30-11.30am FREE Tracy Morris: 07943 840259 www.wigan.gov.uk/BeWell ON OUR DOORSTEP 29

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KIDS ACTIVITIES STORYTIME Salford Libraries For parents/carers - bring your baby or toddler (0-4yrs) to a storytime session. Term time only. Drop in.

Winton Library Mondays, 10.30-11.30am Tel: 0161 921 2180

BAYSE MULTI-SPORTS Brookhouse Community Centre Exciting, enriching and engaging multi-sports, arts and crafts, console experience, foosball, table tennis, pool and lots more. Ages 8-16 yrs.

Tuesdays 6.00 - 7.30pm FREE (no booking required) www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk

Boothstown Library Tuesdays, 10-11am Tel: 0161 799 6549 Walkden Library Tuesdays 9.30-10.30am | 10.45-11.45am Tel: 0161 607 6639 Eccles Library Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am Tel: 0161 607 8237 Height Library Thursdays, 10.30-11.30am Tel: 0161 921 2240 Worsley Village Library Thursdays, 2-3pm Tel: 0161 794 8750 Swinton Library Fridays, 10.30-11.30am Tel: 0161 793 3736 FREE (booking not required) Facebook: SalfordLibraries STAY & PLAY Little Hulton Library These sessions are a great way to make new friends while your children play with a selection of toys. Drop in. For under 5s.

Mondays, 9.30-10.30am Thursdays, 1.30-2.30pm FREE (drop in) Tel: 0161 921 2397 DODGEBALL SESSIONS The Den, Walkden M28 3AD Take part in some fast paced fun at our dodgeball session at The Den! Ongoing activity.

Tuesdays, 4-5pm (6-8 years) Tuesdays, 5-6pm (9-11 years) FREE (booking essential) Email: chloe.pearson@scll.co.uk

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BUGGY WALKS Lightoaks Park Are you a new parent? Want to meet other new parents AND keep fit?

Enjoy a family walk around the park with your little ones. A lovely way for you and baby to spend some time outside. Enjoy the fresh air and meet and chat with other families.

Meet at the Tea’osk.

Wednesdays 9.30 - 10.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) LITTLE CREATIVES The Lowry Come along for 45 minutes of fun in the Lookout. Sessions for children ages 2-5 years with lots of engaging activities for them to get involved with. All attenders (child and adult) must book a ticket. Term time only.

Wednesdays 10-10.45am | 11-11.45am FREE (booking required) www.thelowry.com BABIES PLAYTIME The Lowry A free fun filled 45-minute babies playtime session with lots of singing and all-out fun. Meet other parents and socialise babies. Join Teacher Natalie as you and your child explore some sensory, sounds and rhythms through play with props, songs and lots of silliness.

Fridays (term time only) 10-10.45am: Under 1’s 11-11.45am: 1-2 year olds FREE (book tickets for adult & baby) www.thelowry.com

BUMP AND BUGGY Start Well Family Centre, Tyldesley Join us for a free walk, ideal for soon-to-be parents, grandparents and anyone with children. A great social walk. We have a baby stop for feeding, changing etc. Bring a drink and snacks (optional).

Fridays, 9.30-10.30am FREE Tracy Morris: 07943 840259 www.wigan.gov.uk/BeWell TINY TOTS RAMBLE Clifton Country Park A slow ramble around the park for parents and carers with their young children, playing on the fairy tale trail, splashing in puddles. Runs every Friday throughout the year.

Fridays 10.30am (meet at 10.15am) FREE (no booking required) Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk YOUTH CLUB The Den, Walkden M28 3AD Join in a range of fun activities: football, cricket, dodgeball, table tennis, air hockey, table football, pool, console games, arts & crafts.

Fridays, 5-6.30pm (8-11 years) Fridays, 6.45-8.15pm (12-19 years) 50p (booking essential) www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk YOUTH CAFE Boothstown Community Centre For young people aged 11-19 years.

Come and socialise and enjoy a snack and drink for a small fee.

Activities include games, cooking, project work around special events.

Fridays, 6.30-8pm 50p entry (drop in) Tel: 0161 799 6674 CHATTERBOOKS Walkden Library A brand new Saturday Club where you can spend a morning chatting about books and take part in lots of fun and exciting activities and crafts.

Helping children to discover the joys of reading and build a lifelong reading habit. For ages 8yrs+ Saturdays 10.30-11.30am FREE (no booking required) www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk CONTaCT US ON 07967 978831

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SALFORD JUNIOR PARKRUN Buile Hill Park Free weekly timed 2k parkrun for 4-14 year olds. Open to all, have fun, join in whatever your pace! Register before event and bring a printed barcode. Volunteers always needed!

Sundays, 9.00am FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/salford-juniors FAMILY EVENTS AT KARGO MKT Quayside Media City A regular programme of family events. See website for more.

Sun 16 June: Father’s Day Crafts Sun 23 June: Princess Mini Disco Sun 7 July: Princess Mini Disco Sun 21 July: Princess Mini Disco 10.00am - 12.00pm FREE (booking required) www.kargomkt.com/whats-on GALLERY BABIES Salford Museum & Art Gallery Come to our gentle sensory sessions for pre-walking babies and their carers. Explore the activities in the relaxed atmosphere of our galleries and spend as much or as little time as you like as you discover and play together. Treat yourself to cake in our café whilst you are here!

Fri 28th June, 10.30am-12 pm FREE (drop in) www.salfordmuseum.com

SPECIAL EVENTS LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG Swinton Gateway Library Learn to play the strategic game of the tile game Mahjong, with tutoring from the community of Hong-Kongers in Salford.

Mondays, 11am-1pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) SEWING TOGETHER Boothstown Community Centre Come to our free sewing group.

For all levels. If experienced, come and share your skills!

Tuesdays, 10am-12pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) DIAMOND ART Walkden Gateway Come and learn to make pictures with this new medium.

Tuesdays, 1.30-4pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2) FLOWERS DELIGHT Boothstown Community Centre Come along and learn how to make basic flower arrangements. Ongoing.

Wednesdays, 11.30am-12.30pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

LET'S EXPLORE BOOKMARK TRAIL Ordsall Hall Exploring Ordsall Hall with our Bookmark Trail, taking you to six points of interest within the Hall.

You’ll also get a pencil to help you fill it in and a sticker of Ziggy.

Mon to Thu, 10am-4pm Sun, 11.30am-4pm £1.00 per child (booking required) www.ordsallhall.com

GET COOKING Boothstown Community Centre Middle Eastern and Indian cooking classes. Every six weeks we alternate between learning how to make authentic Lebanese or Indian meals from fresh ingredients. Book your place on the next course. Ongoing.

Fridays, 1-3pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 (option2)

LET’S EXPLORE DISCOVERY TRAIL Salford Museum & Art Gallery Explore the museum with our discovery trail which guides you to Lark Hill Place, the Victorian Gallery, our beautiful Victorian Doll’s House and the Pilkington’s exhibition.

Tue to Fri, 9.30am-4pm Sat & Sun, 11.30am-4pm £2.00 per child (booking required) www.salfordmuseum.com

TOUR OF ORDSALL HALL: A VOLUNTEER’S GUIDE Ordsall Hall Join one of our knowledgeable and enthusiastic volunteers for a personal tour of the building and hear the many stories that bring the past to life. FREE but donations welcome.

Sundays, 2-2.45pm FREE (donations welcome) www.ordsallhall.com

AFTERNOON TEA AT RHS BRIDGEWATER RHS Garden Bridgewater Organised by Worsley Village Community Association.

Join us for an amazing day with Afternoon Tea served in the RHS Marquee in the beautiful surroundings of the RHS. Tickets available at Worsley Village Library, Friday mornings 10-12pm, or call Karen or Anne. Cost also includes access to the gardens.

Wed 12th June, 2.00pm £25.00pp Karen: 0161 794 1474 Anne: 0161 728 6783 SLEEPING WELL WORKSHOP: POTENT MIDSUMMER REMEDIES Ordsall Hall Join Dr. Anna Fielding, our Sleeping Well project lead at Ordsall Hall, for this long form session dedicated to summer sleep remedies. As we move towards Midsummer, we will be using herbs and flowers believed by early modern people to be at their most potent to help us sleep well. Engage with historical remedy recipes from medical books, recipe collections and journals to recreate our own sleep aids.

Sun 9th June, 12-3pm FREE (booking required) www.ordsallhall.com CANAL HISTORY WALK Duke’s Drive Car Park A guided canal history walk from Dukes Drive to Barton Aqueduct and back. Enjoy a leisurely 2.5 hour walk of 4 miles along footpaths, canal towpaths and pavements.

Meet at Duke’s Drive car park, Parrin Lane, Monton.

Wed 12th June 10.00am FREE (booking required) Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk Facebook: SalfordRangerTeam ON OUR DOORSTEP 31

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ECHO EVENTS Eccles Town Hall Healthwatch Health Fair Free public access to information stalls from all Health & Care sectors.

Tue 25th June, 12am-3pm Greater Manchester Police Male Voice Choir With the Gothenburg Police Male Voice Choir and Cantorum from Sweden. Tickets on the door.

Tue 25th June, 7.30pm, £10 Salford Symphony Orchestra Family concert.

Sun 30th June, 4.30-7pm Adults £10, U’16s & Students £5 Eccles Community Choir Summer Concert.

Fri 19th July, 7.30pm, £7 on the door Bar & hot drinks to buy - all events For further information visit: www.ecclestownhall.org Facebook: EcclesTownHall E: enquiries.echo@ecclestownhall.org WE INVENTED THE WEEKEND MediaCity and Salford Quays Celebrating the Weekend which was invented in Greater Manchester in 1843. Enjoy two days of festivities, bringing together all the things that make our weekends great - music, sport, games, gardening, craft, cooking, shopping and everything in between. Fun for all the family.

It’s free and open to all.

Sat 15th to Sun 16th June FREE entry Facebook: WeInventedTheWeekend www.weinventedtheweekend.com WALKDEN FOOD & CRAFT MARKET Walkden Town Centre Browse our amazing local sellers!

Fresh produce and amazing crafts.

Located inside, 1st floor by Tesco.

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SUMMER TREE IDENTIFICATION AQA COURSE Learn about identifying trees in Summer on this AQA course which is designed to help us to build a group of volunteers who will help us with tree surveys in Salford parks over the summer.

Peel Park, Salford M5 4PD Tue 18th June, 1.30pm Buile Hill Park, M6 8GL Tue 25th June, 6pm FREE (booking required) Email: rangers@salford.gov.uk Facebook: SalfordRangerTeam ONLINE BOOK CLUB Online (via Teams) Hard to attend a reading group?

Join our Online Book Club. Socialise and discuss a diverse collection of books from the comfort of your own home. Held 3rd Tuesday each month.

Tue 18th June, 7pm Tue 16th July, 7pm FREE Email: philip.carey@scll.co.uk CLUBPOET: CONCRETE POETRY & COLLAGE WORKSHOP Salford Museum & Art Gallery Explore expression, identity and relationships through the lens of nightlife culture. Join local artist Rosabella as she asks visitors to consider and celebrate the importance of nightlife in our lives.

Using images and creative writing prompts, participants will create their own concrete poems and collages to take home. All materials provided. For ages 18yrs+ Wed 19th June 6.00 - 8.00pm £5.00pp (booking required) www.salfordmuseum.com SWINTON CRAFT & GIFT FAIR Swinton Square Join us every fourth Saturday of the month for our artisan craft & gift fair.

Browse the range of talented artisan crafters, home bakers, handmade gifts and much more.

Sat 22nd June Sat 27th July 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry www.swintonsquare.co.uk

MONTON BUSINESS GROUP: NETWORKING MEETINGS Monton / Worsley Monton Business Group delivers exciting meetings at a different venue in Monton each month.

We’re looking for more business owners to attend our relaxed networking events. Meetings include breakfast and we have just one business per sector to maximise your growth opportunity. Please register on our website to attend our next networking event.

Fri 28th June: Monton Sports Club Fri 19th July: The Promise Co. 9.00 - 11.30am £18.00 per meeting www.MontonBusinessGroup.com THE PINK PICNIC 2024 Peel Park, Salford M5 4WU Brought to you by Salford Pride, the Pink Picnic is back for its thirteenth year. Enjoy live performances on the main stage, featuring local talent and headline artists, alongside drag queens, musicians, dancers, and inspiring speeches from community leaders like Annie Wallace. Explore community stalls, family-friendly activities, inflatables, a bar tent, and delectable food vendors.

With exciting new attractions and expanded space in Peel Park, including fairground rides.

Sat 22nd June 1.00 - 8.00pm Tickets sold on a donation basis www.pinkpicnic.org.uk MAKERS MARKET Quayside MediaCityUK A spectacular line-up of artisan stalls showcasing the finest small businesses from across the North.

Find unique treasures and a lively community atmosphere.

Sat 29th to Sun 30th June Sat 27th to Sun 28th July Sat: 10am-5pm Sun: 11am-5pm FREE entry www.quaysidemediacityuk.co.uk

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What’s On SUMMER VINTAGE TEA ROOM Boothstown Village Hall Come and join us for our Summer Vintage Tea Room. Bring family, friends or come by yourself to enjoy a delicious selection of sandwiches, cakes, tea and coffee.

Sat 29th June 11.00am FREE entry Facebook: BVHAboothstown IRLAM COMMUNITY MARKET Princes Park, Irlam Showcasing local handmade products and food. Keep your money local and support our independent small businesses.

Located next to the garden centre.

Sun 30th June, 11am-3pm Sun 28th July, 11am-3pm FREE entry Facebook: irlamcommunitymarket LANCASHIRE MINING MUSEUM: WINDING ENGINE RUNNING Astley Green Our magnificent winding engine will be running for you to see every last Sunday of the month. See the last surviving headgear and winding house in the whole Lancashire coalfield. Trains will also be running.

Sun 30th June Sun 28th July 2.00 - 3.00pm FREE entry www.astleygreencolliery.com FB: LancashireMiningMuseum TYLDESLEY MAKERS MARKET Market Square, Tyldesley Monthly event showcasing and supporting local micro businesses and home makers. Bread, cheese, preserves, jewellery, gifts and more.

Sat 6th July, 10am-2pm FB: Tyldesley Makers Market MINERS FESTIVAL Lancashire Mining Museum Astley Green Join us for a great day of music, food, drink, family fun and artisan makers market. Both the trains and winding engine will be running.

Sat 6th July 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry www.astleygreencolliery.com www.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.Uk

ARTISAN TRADERS MARKET The Moorings, Boothstown Held on the first Saturday of each month. Browse the stalls of local crafters, home bakers, handmade gifts and more. Come and support your local independent businesses.

Sat 6th July Sat 3rd August 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry E: thetradermarkets@outlook.com URMSTON ARTISAN MARKET Golden Hill Car Park, Urmston A fantastic family friendly event in the heart of Urmston. Held on first Saturday of each month. A fabulous line up of Artisan makers, bakers and creators alongside delicious freshly prepared street food and live music.

Sat 6th July Sat 3rd August 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE entry Facebook: urmstonartisanmarket SLEEPING WELL WORKSHOP: SLEEPY BREAD Ordsall Hall Join Dr. Anna Fielding for this long form session dedicated to exploring the use of grains to aid in sleep, with a focus on bread. Using our outdoor oven, we will be making several types of bread and traditional oatcakes. Historical recipes and materials provided. For 18yrs+ Sun 7th July 12.00 - 3.00pm FREE (booking required) www.ordsallhall.com CHESS IN THE PARK Lightoaks Park Come along on the first Sunday of each month for a game of chess.

Play yourselves or have lessons.

Very informal, no need to book.

Sun 7th July Sun 4th August 12.00 - 1.00pm FREE Facebook: lightoakspark

IMPORTANT NOTICE Details are correct at the time of publishing. However, please check event dates and times with the venue in case of any changes.

SUMMER MUSIC SUNDAY RHS Garden Bridgewater Join us at RHS Garden Bridgewater for an afternoon of music from Cadishead Public Band, a progressive, friendly contesting brass band comprising a good mixture of adult and young players. Bring a picnic, friends and family, or enjoy some solo time, as you revel in the relaxing ambience in the garden.

Sun 7th July, 1.30pm & 3pm Normal garden admission applies www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater THE NATIONAL SWEET PEA SOCIETY LATE SHOW RHS Garden Bridgewater Explore the exquisite blooms and scents of sweet peas. Browse incredible displays, speak with expert growers and get inspiration for growing at home. Prize giving is held Saturday at 1pm and the sale of blooms is Sunday at 3pm.

Sat 13th July, 11am-6pm Sun 14th July, 10am-4pm Normal garden admission applies www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater EVERY LINE IS ME: A CELEBRATION OF HAROLD RILEY’S DOGS Salford Museum & Art Gallery As part of the wider celebrations of Salford’s famous artist Harold Riley, a year since his passing, we present an exhibition dedicated to his pictures of dogs. An important part of Harold’s life, many of his works include a cheeky dog here & there.

Opens Sun 21st July FREE www.salfordmuseum.com SLEEPING WELL SUNDAY SESSION: BEDCHAMBER TEXTILES Ordsall Hall Learn about early modern textiles and try your hand at recreating some of the techniques! In this drop-in session we will be discussing 16th and 17th century bedding textiles, including linens, embroidery, mattress materials and wool. Have a go at crewel embroidery on linen or wool crafts such as wet felting and spinning with a drop spindle.

Sun 28th July, 12-3pm FREE (drop in) www.ordsallhall.com ON OUR DOORSTEP 33

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Living Rooms The Art of Displaying

Our living room or lounge is the heart of our home where we relax, socialise, entertain and spend time with the people we love and enjoy quality alone time. In 2024 the art of displaying is on trend and offers the opportunity to show items that make up our memories. Here are some ways you can do this.

Create a gallery wall Instead of keeping those cherished photos of our loved ones boxed up in the attic why not display them in your living room? One of the best ways to display artwork and photographs is by hanging them on a wall, and one of the best ways to do this is to create a gallery wall.

Planning your gallery wall is essential. Gather the photos, prints, paintings and pictures together on a large flat surface and decide how to arrange them to show them in their best light. Consider buying matching frames and work out what looks best where, using the general rule that frames should be kept around four centimetres or two inches apart.

shelves don’t. If you do not like them in one part of your living space, you can simply move them. If you want to add to them, that’s quick and easy. As with built-in shelves, free standing ones can also be statement pieces. You can choose from functional modern designs to traditional antique pieces that look great even before you’ve utilised them.

Bookcases Not only useful for storing your books, bookcases can also offer a versatile, attractive alternative to shelving, and because they often have features such as small drawers, and cupboards they can be extremely useful as well as a good way to display.

Mantelpieces A traditional feature in older homes, in modern living spaces they tend to be omitted. So, why not install your own mantelpiece whether you have a fire or not. It can become an attractive feature in its own right and a perfect way of displaying in your living room.

Built-in shelving Shelving comes in many choices, whether it be alcove shelving or corner shelves, a single impact shelf or a hanging shelving unit, there is a style that suits every taste. By choosing the one that matches your needs, the shelves become an integral part of the display and can make a statement.

Free standing shelves These offer a degree of flexibility that built-in 34 ON OUR DOORSTEP

Sideboards Finally, sideboards were traditionally used to store your crockery and cutlery, these days they offer an excellent storage solution and a good way to exhibit your photos, knick knacks and ornaments.

They can be modern or traditional, old or new but can be statement pieces in their own right.

By Rob Bullock https://robbullockauthor.blogspot.com

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