On Our Doorstep Dec-Jan12 issue

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Contents4 Boothstown Village Hall

A community-run facility thatneeds your help!

8 Room for a Little One?Read about the challenges faced byour local RSPCA branch and howyou can help

12 Christmas ServicesListings of our local services

16 Get Outside and Beat the Winter BluesWhy winter is the best time to exercise!

18 Winter WalksThe Roe Green and Monton Loopline Heritage Trail

24 Festive ActivitiesA few things to get you into the Christmas spirit!

30 A Victorian ChristmasWhat Christmas was like before it turned so commercial!

34 What’s OnYour essential guide to local events

38 Festive Fun!A puzzle for the young ones

42 Business Directory

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WelcomeIt’s countdown to Christmas time!

It’s a busy time of year with so much to organise and hundreds of gifts to buy, buttake some time to enjoy the build-up. It’s amagical time for children and there are somany festive activities in our local area.

Watch the Worsley Village lights switch-onand visit Santa’s Grotto, partake in somecarol singing, take a trip to the ManchesterChristmas Markets, go ice-skating.... Findmore ideas and events in the What’s Onguide and Festive Activities feature!

Amidst the fun, it’s also a time of giving. Help make a less fortunate child a little happier this Christmas - drop a new toy intoBeesley Green Community Centre for the“Cash for Kids Toy Appeal”. If you love animals, perhaps you can help our localRSPCA in their most challenging months.

A special thank you to Zenna Barry, local photographer, who has supplied the fantasticphoto on the front cover. To see more of Zenna’swork visit www.zen-photographic.co.uk.

Lastly, we wish you all a veryHappy Christmasand a fantastic New Year. See you in 2012!!

SusieEditor

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Boothstown Village Hall

Thanks to a localindependentcommittee, theold St Andrew’sschool buildingin Boothstown

has recently re-opened as the Village Hall, a community run facility.

The building has for many years been managedby the St. Andrews C.E. School and used byboth the school and community groups.

However, since the school opened its newextension, the buildings were no longerrequired and faced an uncertain future as theChurch was not in a position to keep it open,thus leaving many groups without a venue,and very few alternatives in the local area.

A Real Community Project that Needs Your Help!So a committee comprising residents, usergroup representatives and local councillorshas taken on the mammoth task of runningthe premises on Vicars Hall Lane.

Upon take-over, the committee was given anestimate of £120k to bring the hall up todate and carry out necessary repairs. Theboiler was broken, double glazing needed,roof repairs required and damp rectifying!

The hall has been used for many years bythe Scouts/Cubs, Guides/Brownies, Playgroup,After School Club, Badminton and Karategroups. It is also now home to the Ellenbrook & Boothstown Brass Band.

The Committee needs your help to keep the facility open. You can help in many ways:-• Become a “Friend” of the hall for a small

annual subscription of £5• Make a donation / hold fundraising events• Use the hall - hire it for parties, meetings,

groups, clubs etc.....• Volunteer your time and skills (plumber,

electrician, joiner, builder, painter etc..)

The committee is currently applying forgrants from various organisations and intends to widen this search for funding.

If you can help, or would like to get involved:-Email: [email protected]: 07982 231062Visit: www.boothstownvillagehall.org.uk

TuesdayRunning Club7.30-8.30pm

Meet at the front of Roe Green Church, (M28 2RN)Star�ng Tues 17th January 2012

Train together and keep mo�vated - for all abili�es

For info call Ian 07813 923328, [email protected]

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WHEELCHAIR AND SCOOTER SALES

New Boothstown Shop opened in 2011LLG Wheelchairs Ltd have been in the mobilitybusiness for 28 years, offering a high qualityservice to our customers throughout the UK.

Our Head Office is based in Leigh and we nowhave a new store in Boothstown.

5% offScooters with

this advert

Tel: 0161 790 9071Unit 1, Standfield Centre, Boothstown, Manchester, M28 1FB

Email: [email protected] www.llgwheelchairs.com

We have one of the largest selections of NEW andRECONDITIONED Scooters and Wheelchairs in theNorth West:-

� Second-hand Scooters from £195� Carboot Scooters from £495� Mid-range Scooters from £895� 8 MPH Scooters from £1495

We also sell Mobility Aids such as:-

� Stair & Bath Lifts� Rise and Recline Chairs� Adjustable Beds� Walking AidsPlus a wide range of mobility products

If you have a disability or mobility problem, our aim isto help you find the best solution, so why not contactus or call into our showroom.

Our experienced staff are always happy to offerfriendly and useful advice on the best mobility solution for your needs.

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• Bespoke Jewellery Designed & Crafted • Ring Sizing• Jewellery and Stone Sourcing • Valuations • Wedding & Engagement Rings • Hallmarking • Repairs and Alterations • Engraving• Cleaning & Polishing • Watch Batteries and Repairs • One Off Unique Pieces On Sale

Our Goldsmith Alan, has 35 years experience of designing, sourcing and mounting the finest precious stones in platinum, white gold, yellow gold and sterling silver. We merge skill, talent and imagination to create bespoke pieces.You can expect service and jewellery as unique as you are.

Tel: 0161 707 1747169 Monton Road|Monton|M30 9GSwww.montondesignerjewellery.co.uk

Late Night ChristmasEvening Wine & NibblesThursday, 8th December

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READY STEADY STORE andKEY 103’S CASH FOR KIDSready steady store is a local self storagecompany with a difference. With one storagefacility on Wardley Industrial Estate and another on Bury New Road in ManchesterCity Centre, not only do we serve local residents and businesses with all their storageneeds, but we also passionately believe inbeing part of our local community.

For the past three years, we have been aninvaluable part of Key 103’s Cash for Kidsappeal. They receive applications for toys forover 10,000 children in Manchester who arelikely to wake up to nothing on Christmasmorning.

Throughout November and December ourManchester Central facility receives the

continuous stream of deliveries, donated by listeners and businesses alike. Cash forKids have a secure location for all the toyscollected to be stored, segregated and distributed from a central Manchester location.

Household or business storage doesn’t haveto be expensive. A locker, perfect for hidingChristmas presents in, starts from as little as£2.50 a week. And it’s flexibletoo.

ready steady store - proud tosupport our local community

Drop your New Toys at Beesley Green until Sun 18th Dec

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Room for a little one ?Calling all animal lovers...This time ofyear is arguably theworst for ourline of work

because the festivitiesand the post-Christmas lean finances meanthat very few animals are adopted over thecold winter months. This unfortunately impacts on our service to the RSPCA inspectorate who rely on us to help take inthe animals they rescue.

Few people know that there are 170 RSPCAbranches in England and Wales as well as anational RSPCA charity (who fund the

inspectorate and animal hospitals). Eachbranch is an independent charity that is self-funding, which means every branch isunique in terms of its wealth and range ofservices it can offer.

Here at the Manchester and Salford Branchwe channel our £250k annual income intoexclusively helping as many animals as possible that the RSPCA inspectors rescue from cruelty, neglect and abandonment.

We do not have our own animal shelter, instead we use 3 different private boardingestablishments to house cats, dogs and rabbits, and we have a network of wonderfulvolunteer animal foster carers too.

Each year we help over 300 animals, notmuch less than some of neighbouringbranches with shelters. We pride ourselveson the work that we do and so whilst thelow points are plentiful, the highs are inabundance each and every time we rehomean animal.

You can follow the work that we do on ourFacebook, Twitter and Blog - hold on to yourseats, it's a rollercoaster ride!

Facebook: RSPCA-Manchester-Salford-BranchTwitter: @rspcamcrsalfordEmail: [email protected]: 0161 882 0680

Support us by...Fundraising • Donation •Volunteering •Rehoming and Adoptionwww.rspca.org.uk

Buddy & Mercy

We do everything together

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invites you to a ....

3 DAY LAUNCH EVENTWed 7th, Thu 8th & Fri 9th December 2011

From 9am until 8pm

Worsley Laser Clinic is moving to a new venue and we are celebra�ngwith a 3 day launch event.

TICKETS COST JUST £5 AND INCLUDES:

• Mini Facial • Face Mapping™ • Goody Bag• Skin Scanning • Skin Consulta�on • Product Prescrip�on Sheet• 50% OFF treatments and courses booked on the day• FREE treatment with purchase offer

Plus, discounted Dermalogica products, drinks & nibbles and raffle(profits going to “Izzy’s Appeal”)

Please book in advance, appointments last approx 60 mins

Call 07435 782200 for more detailsor visit our website www.worsley-laser-clinic.co.uk

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General & Specialist Foot health treatments available:-

• Routine Foot Care – corn/callus reduc�on, nail care, simple insole provision

• Foot health advice regarding a range offoot problems for children to older people

• Specialist Foot Health Screening for people with diabetes

Home visits or Clinical appointments availableon Thursday evenings at

Worsley Physio ClinicForrester Street, Roe Green

ANDREA GRAHAMPodiatrist/Chiropodist BSc (Hons)

MSc Professional Development

To arrange an appointment please contact Andrea Graham on:-

07749 181988or 07732 472307

HPC Registered, Member of Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists

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Registered with all Health Insurance Companies

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Christmas ServicesST MARK’S, WORSLEYSun 11th Dec, 6.30pm Christingle ServiceSun 18th Dec, 6.30pm Festival of Nine Lessons and CarolsSat 24th Dec, 4.00pm Crib Service with carolsSat 24th Dec, 11.30pm First Communion of Christmas with CarolsSun 25th Dec, 8.00am Holy Communion with CarolsSun 25 Dec, 10.30am Parish Communion with CarolsRevd. Geoff Turner (0161 799 6082)

ROE GREEN CHURCH, ROE GREENSun 11th Dec, 10.45am Toy Service - Gifts of toys for families at

the Manchester City MissionSat 24th Dec, 5.30pm Carols on the Green. Open air Carol ServiceSun 18th Dec, 10.45am Nativity play by members of X-ForceSun 18th Dec, 6.00pm Carol Service accompanied by children

from St Paul's School, Crompton StreetSun 25th Dec, 10.30am Celebrate Jesus's BirthdayIan Ley / Ian Shaw (07813 923328)

ST. MARY'S CHURCH, ELLENBROOK for Boothstown & EllenbrookSun 18th Dec, 6.30pm Carol ServiceSat 24th Dec, 4.30pm Crib Service Sat 24th Dec, 11.30pm Midnight CommunionSun, 25th Dec, 9.30am Christmas CommunionRevd. Kathryn Carmyllie (01942 882 615)

ST PAUL’S, MONTONSun 11th Dec, 11.00am The Christingle Candle ServiceThu 15th Dec, 7.00pm Breast Cancer Campaign Carol ServiceSun 18th Dec, 11.00am The Nativity ServiceSun 18th Dec, 6.30pm The Carol ServiceSat 24th Dec, 4.00pm Children’s Crib ServiceSat 24th Dec,11.30pm Christmas Midnight CommunionSun, 25th Dec, 10.00am Christmas Day Family CommunionRevd. Andrew Young (0161 789 2420)

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Join us for ourMULLED WINE EVENINGThursday 8th December

Everyone welcome!

A unique retail outlet offering a local friendly shopping experience with exquisite furniture and giftware

Come and browse the store for....BEAUTIFUL & DISTINCTIVE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

LOTS OF FABULOUS CHRISTMAS GIFTS


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See the whole pig cookedoutside the shop:-

Sat 3rd DecemberSat 14th January

11am - 2pm

HOG ROAST BARMCAKES

with apple sauce and sage & onion stuffing

£3.75 each

Lars Zollinger Quality Butchers85 Greenleach Lane, Roe Green,Worsley, Manchester, M28 2RT

Lars cooking a full Hog Roast !

Christmas 2011ORDERS NOW BEING TAKEN

Free Range Turkeys • Venison Steaks & Joints

Beef & pork Joints • Chipolatas

Homemade stuffing & all the trimmings!

Tel: 0161 790 3105Open: Tue to Fri 8am to 5.30pm | Sat 8am to 4pm


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of Salford present Huss Abbas (owner)and Ken Calder (Head Chef) from Grenache Restaurant with their

Salford Restaurant of the Year 2011 award. Customers voted online and Grenache beat

restaurants like The Lowry Hotel and Mark Addy to the award. The award formedpart of The Salford Food Festival and is the

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Get Outside and Beat the Winter Blues!

It may be against your better judgement, but now really is a good timeto take up outdoor exercise to beat the winter blues. Here’s why:-

� Being closer to nature gives us a psychological boost – with greenery,water and mountains especially cheering. When added to the naturalmood enhancement we get from exercise, and the self-satisfaction we get from doing something that takes more self-motivation, then the winter blues don’t stand a chance!� Exercising in daylight will increase your production of Vitamin D, whichwould otherwise suffer during the winter months and you’ll lessen yourchances of suffering from seasonal affective disorder.� You’ll boost your immune system while reducing your exposure to coldand flu bugs which proliferate indoors in the winter.� As the body has to work harder to maintain a safe core temperature, youwill burn more calories by exercising in the cold – by around 12%!�Winter may bring the chance to try new exercise options - tobogganing,snowboarding, ice-skating – to add variety and fun to your schedule.

Options for outdoor exercising include winter walks, hiking, running, cycling or horse-riding. Try running along the beach, or taking a brisk walkin the woods. No need to push yourself hard, instead, take the time to notice your environment and the changes that are going on around you.

Outdoor exercise does have its risks though, so it’s important to take a few precautions to stay safe:-

� Talk to your doctor if you have any health issues that could be aggravated by winter conditions and follow his/her advice.�Wear the right clothes. Dress in layers so that you can take them off asyou warm up and put them back on once you stop. Wear a hat and gloves to reduce heat loss from your extremities.� Choose the proper footwear. Invest in a good pair of outdoor winter socks, sock liners and waterproof shoes. Footwear should also provide good traction to prevent slipping.� Don’t forget sunscreen if you’re going to be out for any length of time. If it’s a sunny day, take your sunglasses too.� If you’re exercising in the dark, then wear reflective clothing, and if youare on your own, take a mobile phone just in case you have a fall.� Drink plenty of fluids; you’re just as likely to become dehydrated in thecold as in the heat from sweating

Embrace the season and have a happy winter!

by Karen Pheasant, owner of Ladies Workout Express, Swinton

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Winters WalksMonton & Roe Green Loopline Heritage Trail

It may not feel like the ideal time of year to goout walking, but if you wrap up warm you'llsoon find out that winter walks can be fantasticand invigorating.

Here’s a suggestion for a Sunday afternoon, orpost-Christmas dinner walk!

The Monton and Roe Green Loopline HeritageTrail is a circular walk which begins and ends inMonton village and follows the 'loopline', theold route of the Roe Green railway line, beforereturning along the towpath of the BridgewaterCanal.

The walk is 2 miles and should take about 1hour to complete. It is accessible for wheelchairusers, but in wet weather the path alongsidethe canal can become very muddy.

The walk begins at Monton Green - the heartof Monton’s conservation area, which also incorporates the Unitarian Church; a lodgebuilt in 1875 to the Earl of Ellesmere's formerestate; and a club house with bowling green.

Monton Green was part of the Earl of Ellesmere’sestate, but in November 1895 he made it anopen space for public use.

The walk takes you through the site of the oldMonton Green Station, which operated for over80 years before closing in 1969, and then continues along the Roe Green Loopline to the remains of Old Worsley Station. You arethen brought out onto Worsley Road, directedthrough to Worsley Green and then proceedalong the famous Bridgewater Canal back towards Monton.

On your return to Monton, look out for the famous lighthouse - the 36 foot high landmarkbuilt by local resident with an eye for the unusual!

If, during or after, your walk, you fancy somerefreshments, there are several cafes and pubsin Monton and Worsley.

For full route details, download your full guide atwww.visitsalford.info/documents/montontrail.pdfInformation source: Visit Salford


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The laser energy creates a chemical signal in the fat cells, temporarilyopening pores in the cell wall through which the fat contents can escape.The contents are then transported around the body to the tissues that willuse them during metabolism to create energy. Thus i-Lipo is not creatingany unnatural reaction in the body nor does it affect or damage any surrounding structures such as skin, blood vessels and peripheral nerves.This metabolism of the contents permanently removes them from the bodyleaving smaller fat cells and giving you inch loss.

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Festive ActivitiesSPINNINGFIELDS ICE RINKFri 18th November - Mon 2nd JanuarySpinningfields Ice Rink proudly returns to Manchesterfor the winter of 2011/12. In a great location, situatedat Hardman Square in the heart of Spinningfields,with a very festive addition this year - our pop upCanadian log cabin The Moose Bar. Come and enjoysome exciting wintertime fun for all ages.To book call 0844 815 4866www.spinningfieldsicerink.com

THE TRAFFORD CENTRE ICE PALACE GROTTOSat 12th November - Sat 24th DecemberThe Sleigh Adventure! Rocket the Reindeer™ and hisfriends are returning to The Trafford Centre, inmagical 3D for a new Christmas adventure in Rocketthe Reindeer 2! 5 Star Rating. Suitable for all ages.After the 3D experience, your journey continuesthrough to a group meeting with Santa in his specialgrotto. He will be waiting to meet youand give all the good girls and boys aspecial gift.To book call 0871 330 8077www.traffordcentre.co.uk/whatson/grotto

Manchester Christmas Markets 2011Thu 17th November - Wed 21st DecemberChristmas shopping is a festive day out at Manchester'sChristmas Markets. Considered to be amongst the bestin UK and Europe, the markets transform the city centrewith their charming traditional wooden chalets. Getinto the Christmas spirit while browsing the twinklingstalls and soaking up the unique, bustling atmosphere.Albert Square & other locations around city centrewww.manchestermarkets.com

TOMMY STEELE IN SCROOGE, The LowryMon 12th December - Sat 7th JanuaryTommy Steele returns to the role that he has made hisown, Ebenezer Scrooge, in the record-breaking LondonPalladium production of Scrooge. With stunning setsand costumes, specially created illusions by magicianPaul Kieve - acclaimed for the magic effects in theHarry Potter films - and a fantastic musical scoreincluding the Oscar-nominated Thank You Very Much,this spectacular musical is the perfect Christmas treatfor the family.To book call: 0843 208 6000www.thelowry.com

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Bridgewater is a school which cherishes the individuality of each child and is naturally the right choice for so many children. Whatever your child’s talents and interests we can build on those and help them to appreciate their talents as well as appreciating and applauding others.

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A Victorian

Christmas

Have you ever wondered what a truly traditional Christmas would be like?

Worsley is about to celebrate it’s annual Christmaslight switch-on (Fri, 2nd Dec) and the festivities include a Victorian Santa's Grotto - just one of themany traditions we have inherited from the Victorians.

No era in history has influenced the way inwhich we celebrate Christmas as much asthe Victorians.

Before Victoria's reign started in 1837, wehad not heard of Santa Claus or ChristmasCrackers. No Christmas cards were sent andmost people did not have holidays from work.The wealth and technologies generated bythe industrial revolution of the Victorian erachanged the face of Christmas forever.

Through his book “A Christmas Carol”,Charles Dickens preserved the Christmascustoms of olde England and is credited withthe great revival of Christmas traditions inthe Victorian era.

Christmas, Victorian Style

...was a joyous occasion and not a commercial affair. First and foremost, it was a religiousholiday, but giving and family were importantthemes.

Christmas Holidays were born. The wealthgenerated by the industrial revolution allowed middle class families to take time off work and celebrate over two days - Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Plus, the invention of the railway allowedfamilies, who had moved away in search ofwork, to return home for a family Christmas.

CHRISTMAS EVEOn Christmas Eve the last of the relatives arrived for the holidays - not only the immediate family, but aunts, uncles, cousinsand grandparents too. It was a celebration devoted to the family.

In the afternoon, a long awaited event, thedoors of the parlour opened and the children finally saw the glorious Christmastree with it's candles, tinsel, beautiful hand-made ornaments, sweets, ribbons andstrings of popcorn and cranberries. Smallwrapped gifts hung from branches underthe tree were the larger ones.

Everyone exchanged gifts and after thegrand unwrapping, the children played withtheir toys and thoughtful handmade giftswere admired.

Next, every took part in a programme of entertainment - reciting poetry, performingshort plays, playing music and group singing.Afterwards, sleepy children were sent to bedas well as tired adults!


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CHRISTMAS DAY...started with Christmas Mass. Then afterpicking up the Christmas poultry or meat, aflurry of cooking took place. Turkey was nottraditionally served in England until the late19th century. Instead goose, chicken or roastbeef took pride of place on the Christmastable, followed by Christmas Pudding madefrom beef, raisins and prunes.

After Christmas dinner, clean-up, and afternoon naps, the festivities continuedwith visits to friends. Most shops were open.It was unusual for any of the trades to take aday off. The less fortunate sung Christmascarols door-to-door hoping for donations offood, drink or money. Families also wentChristmas caroling to entertain their neighbours (imagine if we did that now!).

BOXING DAY...was devoted to Charity. Gifts of moneywere put up in small boxes to be given toservants and tradesmen, and distributed tothe needy in the area. Hence the name “Boxing Day”.

The Origins of Our Traditions

THE CHRISTMAS TREE - began when Queen Victoria's German husband, Prince Albert,brought a tree over from Germany to Windsor Castle in the 1840's.

THE GIFTS - most were handmade, so werestarted many months before Christmas.

Items such as embroidered handkerchiefs,bookmarks and other useful gifts were lovingly sewn and crafted during the Autumn and Winter months.

Children's toys originally tended to behandmade and expensive... but with factoriescame mass production and games, dolls,books and clockwork toys all at a moreaffordable price. Christmas stockings,became popular from around 1870.

CHRISTMAS CARDS - The custom of sendingprinted cards was started by Henry Cole,who did not have time to write Christmasletters to all his relatives. So he asked anartist, John Calcott Horsley, to design a card.About 1,000 cards were printed, and thosenot used by Sir Henry were sold by theprinter for one shilling.

MINCE PIES - made with mincemeat andspices - were eaten for the 12 days ofChristmas, ensuring good luck for the next12 months of the year. According to custom,each of the twelve mince pies had to bebaked by someone different.

CRACKERS - Invented by Tom Smith, a London sweet maker in 1846. Originally,began as sweets wrapped in a twist of fancycoloured paper, but developed and soldmuch better when he added love notes(motto's), paper hats, small toys and madethem go off with a BANG!

To find out more, or try celebrating your own Victorian Christmas,take a look at www.bbc.co.uk/victorianchristmas/history.shtml

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What’s OnDECEMBER & JANUARY

INDOOR KURLING GROUPOpen groups - anyone welcome!Beesley Green Community CentreFridays 10-12pmBoothstown Community CentreTuesdays 11.30-1.30pmFreeTel: 0161 790 6124 / 0161 799 9425

WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILDCHRISTMAS MEALWorsley Court HouseJoin us for our festive celebrations.3 course meal followed byentertainment from the MancunianSingers. Guests are welcome butplaces must be booked in advance.Mon 5th December6.45pm start£17.00ppSheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845

BOOTHSTOWN & ELLENBROOKCOUNCILLORS SURGERYBoothstown Community CentreHeld on the first Wednesday eachmonth. Drop in and have a 1:1 withone of our local councillors anddiscuss any local issues or concerns.Wed 7th December10.00-11.00amCouncillor Jillian Collinson:0161 793 5748

P.A.C.T MEETINGS(Police and Communities Together)Worsley Village LibraryAn opportunity for residents to letofficers know what they feel are thepriorities for that month.Fri 9th December10.00-11.00am

COMMUNITY POLICE SURGERIESDrop in and chat about any issuesconcerning yourself or the communityBoothstown Methodist ChurchTue 13th and 27th December(11.30am-12.30pm)The Hollies Moorfield CloseTue 13th December(1.30pm-2.30pm)Neighbourhood Police TeamTel: 0161 856 5284

Community Events

FESTIVE SONGS WITH THESCL CHOIRRoe Green Church HallThe choir will entertain with festivesongs to get everyone into theChristmas spirit. Come along andgive your voices a good airing!Wed 14th December2.00 pm (tea,coffee, biscuits, raffle)£2 per personPauline: 0161 790 3166

TEA DANCEBoothstown Community CentreJoin us for our monthly dance.Fri 16th December12.30pm to 3.00pmFreeTel: 0161 790 8219

THE ANN MONAGHANMEMORIAL SHOWBoothstown Community CentreTo commemorate her life and thework she did for Local History, GlenAtkinson presents a compilation oflocal images. With a seasonal glassand mince pie!Wed 21st December7.45pm£2 per personCarol Woodward: 0161 799 0297

WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILDWorsley Court HousePat and Derek Haslam talking withslides on "The Beauty of Holland inSpringtime".Mon 9th January7.30pm£1.50 includes refreshmentsSheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845

COMMUNITY COMMITTEEMEETINGVenue TBAWorsley & Boothstown openmeeting where local residents caninfluence neighbourhood decisions.Wed 25th January7.00pmKaren Smith - 0161 790 4562

LADY HARRIET'S CHRISTMASEXTRAVAGANZAWorsley Green, WorsleyAnnual Christmas light switch-on andVictorian Santa's Grotto. Will focuson the character of Lady Harriet,Countess of Ellesmere and her roleas benefactor.Fri 2nd DecemberFreeTel: 0161 848 8601www.visitsalford.info/bridgewaterevents

BRIDGEWATER CANAL 250THCLOSING EVENTVarious landmarks along theBridgewater CanalCelebrate the end of this fantasticyear marking the 250th anniversaryof the Bridgewater Canal. Keylandmarks will be lit up. Wrap upwarm and see out the year in style!Sat 3rd DecemberFreeTel: 0161 848 8601

WINTER WONDERLANDBeesley Green Community CentreActivities include - A winter walk,Mulled Wine, Arts and Crafts,Refreshments, Face Painting, FatherChristmas, Traditional ChristmasCarols and much more...Sun 4th December1.00pm - 3.00pmFree entryTel: 0161 790 2376

TUDORS LIVE!Ordsall Hall MuseumCome and meet some of thecharacters of Ordsall Hall and havea go at some Tudor activities.Sun 4th December1.00-4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 872 0251

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MUSICAL CHRISTMASSalford Museum and Art GalleryTake a break from the Christmasshopping and come and join us asMonton Voices sing us into the festiveseason with traditional Christmascarols and songs. With Christmasthemed children's activities, there istruly something for everyone!Sun 4th December2.00 - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 778 0800

THE BOOTHSTOWNCAROL SERVICEThe Standfield CentreA Churches Together event run byBoothstown Residents Association.Music from St Andrew's School Choirand Boothstown & Ellenbrook BrassBand. Bring a torch for hymn sheets!After the service drop into theCommunity Centre to see FatherChristmas. Refreshments, includingMulled wine and mince pies, served.Sun 11th December5.00pmFreeSusan Tittle: 0161 799 9425

CHRISTMAS SNAP CELEBRATIONFit City WorsleyActivities include - Father Christmas,Face painting, Arts and Crafts,Bouncy Castle, Splash session,Information stalls, Cake stalls & more...Sat 17th December1.00pm - 3.30pmFree entryChloe Burns: 0161 790 2376

ACLOSERLOOK:MANCHESTERBLITZImperial War Museum NorthTo mark the 71st anniversary of theManchester Blitz, join us for a 20minwalk and talk. Learn about the impactof air raids on local citizens andother British civilians including RoyTaylor who witnessed the dramaticeffects of the Blitz alongside hisgrandparents in Salford. 14yrs+Mon 19th- Fri 23rd & Sun 18thDecember2.15pmFreeTel: 0161 836 4000

CHRISTMAS SPARKLEVictoria Park, SwintonCome meet the ranger and make aChristmas wreath and add someChristmas sparkle!Sun 11th December1.00 - 3.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

UNDER 5’s STORY TIME – TINYTOT TALESThe LowryTake your toddler on an imaginativejourney of stories and songs, byjoining us in our Galleries for a funand inspiring workshop designedespecially for you and your littleones. Suitable for ages 2½ - 4½.Fri 16th December10.15 – 11.00am£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

CHRISTMAS CRAFTSBlackleach Country ParkCelebrate at Blackleach and makeloads of festive things.Sat 17th December2.00 - 3.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

KINGFISHER KIDSClifton Country ParkMeet at the visitor centre. Activitiesfor families with children aged 5-12.Wear clothes suitable for outdoors.Sat 17th December2.00-4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOPSLowry Outlet MallCreate and decorate your ownspecial Christmas card and writeyour own message to wish yourloved one a very Happy Christmas!Wed 21st December11.00am - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

CHRISTMAS BOXES WORKSHOPLowry Outlet MallCreate and decorate your ownChristmas box before filling it withtreats to take home!Thu 22nd & Fri 23rd December11.00am - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

TINY TOTS RAMBLERSWorsley Woods, meet atBeesley Green Community CentreFree themed one-hour guided walksaround Worsley Woods for youngchildren and their parents or carers.Suitable for prams. Many walksinclude an arts & crafts afterwards.Every Wednesday11.00am - 1.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

CHRISTMAS PLAYHOUSEThe LowryGet creative this Christmas by joiningus for fun art workshops celebratingthe festive season. From cool cardsto dazzling decorations - there’s adifferent activity each time. 5 – 11yrsSat 3rd, 10th & 17th December11.00am-12.30pm£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

MAKE DO AND MEND CHRISTMASImperial War Museum NorthExperience the wartime festive spirit,make your own special seasonaldecoration and watch archive filmfrom WWII. Plus, a family-friendlystorytelling session about life onthe home front during the SecondWorld War and what it is like tocelebrate the season on a ration. 5yrs+Sat 3rd, 10th, 17th & 31st December1.00-4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 836 4000

CINDERELLA MINI PANTOMIMELowry Outlet MallChristmas doesn’t begin until you’veseen a festive panto, so sit back andenjoy this FREE show which willentertain audiences of all ages.Sun 4th, 11th and 18th December11.30am, 12.30pm & 1.30pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

LEGO CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZALowry Outlet MallLearn how to build your very ownChristmas LEGO figurine with expertsfrom LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.Meet 6ft Bertie ‘The Official LegoMan’. LEGO treats for children whobring along their best LEGO creations.Sat 10th December11am - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

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MRS CLAUS’ FACE PAINTINGLowry Outlet MallJoin us for some face painting fun!Sat 24th & Tue 27th December11.00am - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

MAKE YOUR OWN WINTERLANTERNLowry Outlet MallPut your decorating abilities to thetest and create something magicalto take home in this lantern workshop!Wed 28th & Thu 29th December11.00am - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 848 1850

ENTRANCE EXAMSBridgewater School, WorsleyThe exams are for Year 6 pupilsgoing into Year 7.Wed 1st February 20129.00am - 1.25pmTel: 0161 794 146

JOSEPH AND HIS AMAZINGTECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOATThe LowryBill Kenwright’s production of TimRice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’ssparkling family musical. Retellingthe Biblical story of Joseph, his elevenbrothers and the coat of manycolours, this magical musical is fullof unforgettable songs includingAny Dream Will Do, Close EveryDoor To Me and and One MoreAngel in Heaven.Tue 10th - Sun 15th January7.30pm -matinees Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun£14.00 - £26.00Tel: 0843 208 6000

SALFORD DANCE EXPLOSIONThe LowryJoin us to celebrate the diverse talentsof our young people! Now in itsfourth year, this two-day festivalinvolves 400 children from schoolsand community groups in Salford.Thu 19th and Fri 20th January£7.507.00pmTel: 0843 208 6000

WORSLEY WOODSCONSERVATION MORNINGMeet at Beesley Green Com CentreCome and help the ranger improvethe woodland with practicalconservation tasks. All tools provided,no experience necessary.Sat 10th DecemberTue 17th January10.00am - 12.30pmFreeJoe Palframan: 07872 808005

ROE GREEN AMBLEMeet at Beesley Green Com CentreTake an afternoon off Christmasshopping for a festive stroll aroundhistoric Roe Green, the Duke ofBridgewater’s ‘other village’.Walk Leader: Naomi LewisApprox 1 mile, circularSun 18th December£3.00 Adults, £2.00 Under 15sSalford Tourist Info Ctr: 0161 848 601

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ACCOUNTANTSTax Assist..................................................37

BEAUTYAbsolute Beauty and Nails................17Sincerity Beauty.....................................11Worsley Laser Clinic.............................10Elysium......................................................21

CAR REPAIRSChips Away..............................................15

CHARITIESKey 103 Cash for Kids............................7RSPCA..........................................................8Twinkletoes Izzys Appeal...................26

CHILDREN’S CLASSES Aqua Babies............................................36Louise Cardwell Voice Coach............27Puddleducks...........................................27Urban Stage............................................27

CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINERSKidsDJ........................................................15

COACH HIREJones Exec Coach.................................40

FASHIONLady V........................................................10Monton Jewellery...................................6

FOOD RETAILERSIvy Deli........................................................6Lars Zollinger Butchers.......................14Louis's Ice Cream....................................6

FOOTCAREPeter Healey..............................................17Footcare by Lisa......................................9Andrea Graham.....................................11

FUNERAL DIRECTORSCarriages....................................................1

HAIRDRESSERSDawn Derbyshire (freelance)............19Elysium......................................................21Hair Eden.................................................24Wendy Owen (freelance).....................9

HEALTH & FITNESSHelen Lomax Weight Mgt.................17Svelte Body.......................................22-23Tina Cini Fitness.......................................9

HOUSE & HOMEA&C Hardware & Gifts.......................25Alan Prady Painter & Decorator......39Belle Maison Interiors.........................13Bespoke Solar.........................................32CBL Garage Doors................................33Jamie at Home (Lynn Macdonald)...4Maid2Clean.............................................39Nova Alarms...........................................33Urban Skips.............................................37

HOUSING DEVELOPMENTSThe Boatyard (Bardsley).....................44

HYPNOTHERAPYMindmasters...........................................19Janet Sneddon.......................................17

IT & WEB DESIGNMike Povey..............................................37

MOBILITY EQUIPMENTLLG Wheelchairs......................................5

NURSERIESFledglings................................................28

PET SERVICESPet Pals.......................................................8

PHYSIOTHERAPYSwinton Physiotherapy.......................17Worsley Physio Clinic..........................11

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PRIVATE TUITIONKip McGrath...........................................29

PROPERTY SERVICESPlush Property Management...........15

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SELF STORAGEReady Steady Store................................2

SCHOOLS & COLLEGESBridgewater School.............................28Salford College......................................43

SPORTS & LEISURE CLUBSMarriott Leisure Club..........................19Ellesmere Sports Club........................20

TREE SURGEONSChris Allen...............................................39

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