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On Our Doorstep Issue 55 | OctNov18

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Welcome

Contents

Summer may be over but autumn has so much to offer. I love autumn for its world of colours, walking with the kids and kicking leaves, hot lattes or hot toddies to warm up and donning cosy jumpers and my comfy worn-in boots.

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My son loves this time of year too, but for other reasons! October brings Halloween, November means Fireworks (and his birthday!) and it all leads up to that momentous occasion in December...CHRISTMAS!

Get a healthy start to the new year

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Half Term Activities Fun and games for the kids!

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Karma Rocks A new boutique in the heart of Worsley

This issue, find inspiration for preparing for the festive season from getting into shape for those LBD’s to who can alter your party outfits for that perfect fit. Find local venues for your get-togethers and gift ideas for friends and family!

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The beautiful front cover image was taken by Bubbaloo Photography, a specialist newborn, baby and family studio based in Roe Green.

Autumn is their most popular time to shoot outdoors so if you’d like your own on-location photo shoot with your family, contact them now. www.bubbaloophotography.com

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Back to School Health

Friends of Parr Fold Park Enhancing the park for the community

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The Travelling Library Lord Egerton’s rare collection of books

What’s On Your guide to local events

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Competition!

Win Pamper Packages at Worsley Laser Clinic

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Eccles Town Hall Revival Bringing the Hall back to life

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Back to School

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Back to School

A Healthy Start

VITAMIN D: From the end of September to the

Back to school is an exciting time but a new term can also mean back-to-school illnesses: viruses, coughs, colds, anxieties and other health issues. As parents we want what is best for our children, but keeping them healthy and active can be difficult.

Viruses spread easily. For a strong immune system, children need quality sleep and a balanced diet, rich in vitamins and minerals to maintain health. If your child is a fussy eater, it may be wise to source an age appropriate quality multivitamin and mineral to supplement their diet.

DIET: For a healthy immune system eat a multicoloured Mediterranean style diet packed with omegas and a variety of fresh fruit & vegetables daily with some protein, dairy and grains. Reduce damaging sugar and sweetened food & drinks.

WATER: Staying hydrated has many health benefits.

1 to 3 year olds should drink 1-1.5 litres of water a day; all school aged children 6 to 8 glasses per day.

A Healthy Mediterranean Diet

end of March, the sun in the UK isn’t strong enough to stimulate the production of vitamin D in our bodies, plus it’s very difficult to guarantee you’re getting enough from diet alone (sources include oily fish and fortified food). Taking a supplement is advised.

SLEEP: Restorative sleep is vital to stay well and focused throughout the day. Young children and adolescents need 8-12 hours per night. Routine is important too, late-nights at the weekend may be damaging to health. Lack of sleep leads to difficulties in concentrating and limited learning. Turning off electronic devices well before bedtime, taking a bath/shower and reading before bed will help establish quality sleep routines.

EYE TESTS: All children should have an eye check

before starting primary school and yearly thereafter.

It's often difficult to tell whether your child has sight problems, which is why regular eye tests are so important. Eye problems are often much easier to treat if detected while a child's vision is still developing, usually up to about 7 or 8 years of age.

FIGHTING COLDS: For a non-drug solution, try

Sterimar Kids Congestion Relief (£7.49, 50ml). It draws and drains excess germ-filled fluid from cells in the nasal lining, relieving congestion.

GERMS: Reducing the risk of infections! Four in five infectious diseases, such as stomach bugs, are spread by hands; children should be encouraged to always wash their hands after the loo, before eating and when coming home. `

THE DREADED HEAD LICE! Head lice will often do the rounds at schools, using a ‘Nitty Gritty’ comb, twice weekly (£7.99 in pharmacies/supermarkets) helps you spot and clear them easily.

OTHER HEALTH ISSUES: If your child has a diagnosed condition such as asthma, eczema or a food allergy, discuss this with the class teacher.

Good luck for the new term ! Wishing you all good health and don’t forget your multivitamins!

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Back to School

“Thank you for getting her through this year & SATS. We never thought we’d be at the point where she’d go in feeling ok and, better still, come out feeling so positive!”

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HALF TERM ACTIVITIES MULTI SPORTS & CRAFTS

Walkden High School Activities include a variety of multi sports including dodgeball, rounders, benchball, as well as football on the 3G and art and craft workshops.

Bring packed lunch & drinks. 8yrs+ Mon 22nd to Fri 26th October 10.00am - 3.00pm £3 per child per day Email: amy.hallsworth@scll.co.uk

MULTI SPORTS & CRAFTS

ORDSALL HALL Halloween Gnome Trail £1 Find the spooky, scary and ghoulish gnomes! Daily during opening hours.

Sun 21st to Sun 28th October Magic Potions & Secret Spells Meet a magical resident in the kitchen, make a ‘magic potion’ and decorate the bottle to take home.

Mon 22nd & Tues 23rd October 10.00am - 12.00pm £1.50, drop in

St Patrick's High School Join the team this October half term and take part in fun multi-sports, Halloween themed arts & crafts and junior fitness sessions. Packed lunch required. Ages 8 -16 years Mon 22nd to Fri 26th October 11.00am - 3.00pm £2 per child per day Chris Smith: 0161 778 0570 Email: chris.d.smith@scll.co.uk

Halloween Grotto Meet the residen witch in her grotto, have a go at some spells and beat her riddles. All brave souls will receive a special Halloween gift.

Wed 24th & Thu 25th October 12.00 - 3.00pm £5.00 +booking fee booking required (Time slots confirmed after booking.)

TALES FROM THE BRIDGEWATER

ART EXPLORERS

Duke’s Drive, Monton Discover the stories behind Salford’s Bridgewater Canal with our familyfriendly activities. Accompany the mysterious Professor Jigget on a magical madcap journey along the canal towpath and beyond…

All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet on the meadow at Duke’s Drive.

Mon 22nd October 1.00 - 4.00pm FREE Facebook: Est 1761- the Bridgewater Canal in Salford

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Tel: 0161 872 0251

Clifton Country Park Pick up your pack of materials and inspiration from the visitor centre and then go off making your own creations from Nature.

Mon 22nd October, 1- 3pm £2 per pack (booking essential) Tel: 0161 793 4219

DEN BUILDING

Clifton Country Park Join the ranger in building your own den in the woods. Meet at Visitor Ctr. Tue 23rd October, 11am -12.30pm £1 per child (booking not required) Tel: 0161 793 4219

SALFORD MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY Museum Investigators! £1 Daily Complete the quiz and win a prize!

Toys through Time £1.50 toy kit Play with some traditional toys.

Tuesdays 10am-12pm & 1-3pm Washday Wednesday FREE Victorian laundry demonstrations.

Wednesdays, 11am & 2pm Meet the Street £1.50 peg doll kit Meet a resident from Lark Hill Place, look at unusual Victorian objects.

Thursdays, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm Lark Hill Place Sweet Shop Pop down for some sweet treats Fridays, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm

Tel: 0161 778 0800 HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

Buile Hill Park Spooky family fun. Fairground rides, face painting, glitter tattoos, music, crafts, pedal powered cinema, curious critters and spooky stories.

Fri 26th October, 2-8pm FREE entry (charges for some activities) Salford Community Leisure

HALLOWEEN DROP IN

Parr Fold Park Hosted by Friends of Parr Fold Park.

Come and say hello whilst out trick or treating with your children. Hot dogs, drinks, various refreshments.

Halloween activities and raffle.

Wed 31st October, 5.00pm FREE Facebook: friendsofparrfoldpark

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Karma Rocks

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A NEW BOUTIQUE OFFERING DIVINE HANDPAINTED KIMONOS AND HANDMADE JEWELLERY

Meet Karma Rocks, a brand new boutique studio in Worsley, selling the most beautiful hand painted kimonos, alongside bohemian jewellery, much of which is hand made.

Fashion brands from Australia, Italy and France offer a vast range of options and price points and cater from petite up to size 22. You will definitely find that special one-off piece.

Designed for women whose thoughts wander off the edge of the world, their range of silk and everyday kimonos and lingerie is bohemian flair at its finest - produced by hand in Bali by skilled craftsmen.

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With a firm focus on handmade and one-off pieces, Karma Rocks is open Thursdays to Sundays 12 til 6pm or by private appointment, available for groups of ladies who want to shop together for that last minute Saturday night dress!

Boutique owners Nic and Liz are two friends who spotted a gap in the market for a relaxed shopping experience in beautiful surroundings, combined with socialising and fun.

Nic is a fashion fanatic whilst Liz has been creating beautiful jewellery for many years. Their own brand is in the pipeline so watch this space.

LIZ: 07383 520885 248A Kempnough Hall Road, Worsley, M28 2GN www.karmarocks.co.uk

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Festive Season

The perfect place to find beautiful cards and presents this Christmas Visit us for unique gifts, homeware & locally made jewellery and art

We stock: Katie Loxton • Joma Jewellery • Sophie Allport Caroline Gardner • Coach House • Blade & Rose • East of India

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Festive Season

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GRILL IN THE PARK

Local Business Feature

CONTEMPORARY STYLE • RELAXED ATMOSPHERE • EXCELLENT FOOD & SERVICE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Festive Season

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

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

Our team of dedicated fitness professionals will give you the best advice and support to help you achieve great results.

With no contract, enjoy the future of fitness with Worsley Park Marriott Leisure Club.

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Call 0161 975 2000 to find out more * Terms and conditions apply.

Please call for more details

“THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT” Six weeks leisure club membership The Perfect Christmas Gift includes use of all the leisure club facilities:-

Cardiovascular gym Resistance gym Exercise studio Personal training Heated indoor swimming pool Sauna, Steamroom & Spa

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Available for purchase throughout November & December 2018 Six weeks membership must commence by 31st December 2018

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Kim’s Success Story:

Local Business Feature

From a Size 20 to a 12!

I haven't let any gains get me down and drawn a line immediately so as not to sabotage my next week’s loss.”

Kim Tyrell joined her local slimming world group in the October of 2016. Having admitted to previously trying and just not being in the right frame of mind she decided enough was enough.

Kim’s story...

“I transferred to Alison's group at the end of October 2016, and this was the fresh start I needed to get my head back in the game.

Christmas/New Year last year was the turning point for me. I didn't have a weight gain over this period, where as in the past I could have easily gained 1/2 a stone... and then the pounds just kept creeping off, it hasn't been plain sailing but

MONDAY Walkden British Legion: 7pm | Zoe: 07429 361607 Monton Unitarian Church: 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Nicola: 07787 887957 TUESDAY Worsley Rd United Reform Church, Worsley: 9.30am Nicola: 07787 887957 Boothsbank Park Pavillion, Boothstown: 5pm & 7pm Caz: 07702 089270 WEDNESDAY Boothstown Methodist Church: 5pm & 7pm Louise: 07427 126377 Walkden British Legion: 5pm & 7pm | Alison: 07810 896177

Kim has reached her target weight and has gone from a size 20 to a size 12.

She says Slimming World really isn’t a ‘diet’; there is so much variety and freedom. Kim’s favourites are a full cooked breakfast and spaghetti bolognese and credits her steady and regular losses to sticking with her group each week.

“The biggest thing for me has been staying to image therapy every single week, even when the going has been tough, sharing our struggles and amazing achievements together. The support is totally invaluable. It has given me the belief that I CAN DO THIS."

THURSDAY Boothstown Methodist Church: 9.30am Karen: 07720 019611 Walkden Methodist Church: 8.30am, 10.30am, 12.30pm, 5pm & 7pm | Kim: 07789 363446 Swinton Moorside Social Club: 5pm & 7pm Mark: 07792 462021 FRIDAY Walkden Methodist Church: 9am | Kim: 07789 363446 Swinton Moorside Social: 9.30am | Kim: 07908 608342 SATURDAY Wardley Community Centre: 8am, 10am & 12pm Karen: 07720 019611 Beesley Green Community Centre, Roe Green: 7.45am | Kim: 07908 608342 Cleggs Lane Church, Little Hulton: 10am | Louise: 07427 126377 ON OUR DOORSTEP 19

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TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER Starter

Choice of Prawn Cocktail, Iced Melon or Vegetable or Chicken Soup

Main Course

Traditional Christmas Dinner: Roast Turkey or Roast Lamb * served Roast Potatoes, Mash and a selection of vegetables (*vegetarian options available)

Dessert

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

184 Monton Road, Monton, Eccles M30 9PY Tel: 0161 707 6555 or 07940 153182 20 ON OUR DOORSTEP

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Special Christmas Day Menu INDIAN CHRISTMAS DINNER Choose from the a la carte menu

Starter Main Course

served with Basmati Rice & Nan Bread

Side Dish Dessert

Choose from a selection of desserts

Coffee or Tea with an After Eight Mint

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

1st Sitting: arrive 12-1pm, finish by 2.30pm 2nd Sitting: 3pm to 6pm Traditional or Indian Dinner: Adults £34.95 | Under 12’s £17.50 Advanced booking essential | Deposit £10pp VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.ONOURDOORSTEP.CO.UK

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Community News

FRIENDS OF PARR FOLD PARK The Friends of Parr Fold Park are an active community group whose aim is to maintain and enhance our park for the benefit of the local community and to create good community spirit.

We only started the group three and a half years ago and we have achieved such a lot in that short time, but there are bigger and better things needed.

We currently raise funds for our projects by holding community events and from funding pots. Regular events are organised like our ever popular Easter Egg Hunt & Halloween Drop-in, and this year we are holding our first ‘Carols in the Park’. We also plan to recognise the WW1 Centenary with a knitted poppy

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display in the Garden of Remembrance.

Our dedicated gardening group meet regularly to maintain and enhance the park with new planting schemes and there is so much more to do. We are always very keen to attract new members, so come and join us - everyone is welcome!

Our Parks need protecting!

We can make a difference!

It’s so rewarding, giving something to your community!

Come and join our friendly team of volunteers!

For more information, telephone 07512 858682 or email friendsofparrfoldpark@gmail.com @friendsofparrfoldpark

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Spirit of Salford

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

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Local History

The Travelling Library

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

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

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

It has a wooden frame and is covered in brown morocco leather, disguising it as a large folio volume. It is one of only 4 such collections that exist today. There is a total of 44 volumes within the case, each one bound in vellum. This collection is believed to date from c.1615. A catalogue of the books faces them on the inside of the 24 ON OUR DOORSTEP

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

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

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

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

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What’s On OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2018 Community Events ROTaRy COMMuniTy BOOkShOp Eccles Shopping Centre Bring in unwanted books, swap them, buy good quality nearly ones and get free books for children. Proceeds go to the Rotary Club’s great causes.

Sat 6th & 20th October Sat 3rd & 17th november 10.00am - 2.00pm Facebook: Eccles-Rotary QuiZ niGhT anD SuppER St paul's Church, Monton Join us for a Quiz Night challenging for the Eccles Team Quiz Cup. Come as a team of max 6 players or on your own and join a team on the night.

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Fri 12th October 7.30pm £5 adults, £1 Children inc supper Tony: 07856 200711 FRiEnDS OF ROE GREEn Roe Green Church hall Join us for a talk by Brian Hallworth on ‘The Rocking Years - an extra blast of the 50s and 60s’. All welcome.

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Wed 17th October, 2.00pm £2.00 Members, £3.00 Visitors Jean: 0161 790 4635 ChaRiTy FaShiOn ShOW Swinton park Golf & Country Club Fashion Show & Sale Company will be providing a range of brand new clothing with up to 75% off RRP. Brands include Next, Wallis, River Island,M&S, Evans, Debenhams and many more. Styles to suit all ages, sizes from 8-22. Buy on the night so bring your debit card! Stalls selling accessories and treats too!

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WORSlEy TOWnSWOMEnS GuilD Worsley Court house Join us for a talk by Jean Finney ‘The History of Nursery Rhymes’.

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Mon 5th november 7.30pm £2.50 Anne Adams: 0161 728 6783 ST paul'S auTuMn FaiR & MOnTOn aRT GROup DiSplay St paul's Church, Monton Join us at a traditional Autumn Fair where there is always a good range of stalls to view and buy from, our Mothers Union Clothesline stall, lucky tombolas to have a go at, the café will be open for our famous bacon butties and more! Plus, Monton Art Group's annual display of their work.

Sat 10th november 11.00am - 2.00pm FREE entry Tony: 07856 200711

Family activities FIREWORKS SHOW City airport (Barton), Eccles Save the date for our Annual Fireworks night! With this, our 5th Firework event, we will again be hosting live music, a fun fair and introducing many improvements as we continue to develop our popular event. Food and drink available at Runway 26 cafe/bar.

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WORSlEy & BOOThSTOWn: COMMuniTy COMMiTTEE MEETinG united Reform Church, Worsley Rd Open meetings giving residents an opportunity to discover what’s happening in their neighbourhood.

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Wed 14th november 7.00 - 9.00pm FREE Vincent Nash - 0161 793 2728

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FaMily SunDay Ordsall hall Have a go at some fun, hands-on activities that span the history of the Hall from the 1300’s to present day. A new activity each month.

Sun 7th October Sun 4th november 1.00 - 4.00pm £1.00 per child Tel: 0161 872 0251

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

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LINE DANCING Beesley Green Community Ctre Keep mind and body fit with one (or both) of our Line Dancing Classes. No partner required.

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Mondays to 12th november 10.00 - 10.45am FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 Walk anD Talk Blackleach Country park Come along and enjoy a leisurely walk. Wear suitable footwear and clothing. Meet at the visitor centre.

Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.00pm FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 ExERCiSE 4 all Guild hall, Walkden Health Improvement activity:A fitness session with a difference!

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Tuesdays (ongoing) 10.00 - 11.00am FREE Tel: 0800 952 1000 allOTMEnT pROjECT Tindall Street, Eccles, M30 7DF Come along to the allotment project, enjoy the outdoors and get more active by doing some light gardening.

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MUM AND BABY EXERCISE CLASS Rainbow Community Centre Eccles M30 0Qn Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for postnatal women of all ages and fitness levels. It’s a place where you can exercise whilst having your baby close to hand and socialise with other mums.

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MaRina MilERS Boothstown Marina Enjoy rides along the Bridgewater Canal, through Worsley Woods and many points beyond. Rides 8 to 15 miles. E-bikes available also by appointment only.

Fridays, 10.30am FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 BEGinnERS CiRCuiT Boothstown Community Centre Achieve your goals and combat stress. Improve mobility, balance and keep joints healthy and supple!

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Special activities BOOThSBank aRT CluB Boothsbank pavilion, M28 1EZ Come and discover your artistic side. No experience necessary.

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Mondays (ongoing) 1.00 - 3.00pm FREE (booking required) Tel: 0800 952 1000 Fun, GaMES & FRiEnDShip Health Improvement activity: An afternoon of activities including board games and light refreshments.

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Mon 8th October Mon 12th november 12.30 - 2.30pm FREE (booking essential) Tel: 0161 793 4219 ECClES & DiSTRiCT hiSTORy SOCiETy alexandra house, peel Green Monthly talks are held on local and national history. Excursions and guided walks are also arranged.

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Wed 10th October kathy percival: Eccles Cakes Wed 14th november paul Frost: 'The last Day'... reflecting in story and song the events of November 11th 1918 7.30pm annual membership £16.00 Visitor’s fee £3.00 per meeting Email: eccleshistory@yahoo.co.uk BRiDGEWaTER VOlunTEERS Duke’s Drive Our environment volunteering activities are a great way to work in the great outdoors, learn new skills and meet new people? All abilities welcome. All tools and materials provided. Wear suitable footwear and outdoor clothing. Over 18’s only. Bring a packed lunch - tea and coffee are provided.

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Bringing Eccles Town Hall Back to Life

Eccles Town hall was constructed in 1881 for the Local Board of Health. In 1889 it was extended to provide police courts, a new council chamber and committee rooms. The large hall on the first floor had many uses; vote counting after elections, the Mayor was sworn in and the Mayoress held Charity Balls. This was the venue for the first moving pictures in Eccles in 1898, for the inauguration of Eccles Scouts in 1912 and the Saturday night ‘one shilling dances’ of the Thirties.

In 1974 Eccles Borough was incorporated into the City of Salford. The banqueting hall was converted into offices but then abandoned a few years later and the space began to decay. 30 years later the Council began the first enabling phase of the hall’s restoration, installing a lift and providing wheelchair access and then proposing the establishment of a voluntary group to attract external funding for the hall’s full renovation. Thus, Eccles Community Hall Organisation (ECHO) was formed in 2010 and a 25 year lease

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agreed. ECHO are a group of volunteers working to refurbish, maintain and run part of Eccles Town Hall.

It was a mammoth project to secure large grants and start the renovation of the neglected premises. By 2012 the hall was fit for use although still rather basic.

Since then, ECHO volunteers have worked tirelessly to bring life back into Eccles Town Hall, maintaining and upgrading this precious space in the heart of the community.

The Ballroom has now been fully restored with period style ballroom lights, sound system, projector and screen, stage lights, fully licensed bar and café plus disabled access. The hall is used for Jazz concerts and brass bands, theatre and choral productions, local groups, art displays, craft fairs, meetings, lectures & conferences and on the 2nd Saturday of each month our fabulous ECHO Cafe is open 10-2pm.

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