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WORSLEY PET CENTRE at Worsley Garden CentreLeigh Road, Worsley, M28 2LJ

WORSLEY PET CENTRE

If we do not have it we can locateany pet, as normal as a chicken(yes, chickens are the new cat)to something a little more exotic.

Here at Worsley Pet Centre wecater for all fins and fur, holdinga large range of livestock.

Stockists of Royal Canin, James Wellbeloved,Iams. We also hold a large range of henhouses,homes for furry friends and tanks for fins andour non furry pets.

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LUNCH

Thursdays and FridaysOrders taken between 12.00pm and 1.00pm.Restaurant closes at 2.00pm.

DINNER

WednesdaysOrders taken between 6.30pm and 8.15pm. Restaurant closes at approximately 9.15pm.

Opening times are during term-time only.

2 course lunch £5.953 course lunch £7.953 course dinner inc. coffee £13.00

To book a table callLa Sallian Restaurant on

0161 278 5182La Sallian Restaurant, Weaste Lane, Salford, M6 [email protected]

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Walkden RoadWorsleyM28 2RZ

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We can advise on menus, table plansand entertainment. Our friendly, attentive staff will cater for all yourneeds and provide everything to makeyour day memorable.

Plus, there is ample parking and easywheelchair access.

For further details, bookings or to view theclub, contact us at:-

Looking forward to a happy and healthy2011! Please come down and join us fora variety of sports for all ages or just asa social member.

Great Sports Facilities - Cricket, Bowls,Tennis, Squash & Croquet. Play at all levelsor compete in local leagues.

Relaxed Members’ Lounge - a comfortablelounge serving real ales and fine wines.Enjoy a drink on the terrace overlookingthe bowling green.

Intimate Bistro - serving a wide choice of meals at weekends for members andnon-members.

The Sutherland Suite - a function room forspecial occasions and conferences, accommodating up to 110 guests.

Marquee Hire - to cater for more guests alarge lawn space is available for a marqueewhich can be customised to your exact specification.

A UNIQUE VENUE FOR YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION

Playing in these Sports Leagues:-

Cricket: Manchester & District Association5 Junior teams from Under 11’s toUnder 18’s Salford Junior LeagueProfessional Coaching

Bowls: Worsley and District, Eccles and District Leagues

Squash: North West Counties League

Tennis: Bolton Mixed LeagueBolton Men’s LeagueWalkden and District League

Contents6 Children’s Church

St Mark’s Church aim to attain“Child Friendly Church Award”

8 A Stroll AroundRoe GreenWalk off the Christmas puddingaround historic Roe Green

10 Spa Day Free Prize DrawWin a fantastic SAKS Spa Day plusgreat beauty tips for the New Year

14 7 Day DetoxReboot your system after theChristmas excess

18 Prepare Your Carfor WinterEssential tips to maintain your carand your safety this winter

23 Marriott Leisure ClubFree Prize DrawWin a six-week leisure pass

30 What’s OnYour guide to local events

38 Festive ActivitiesGreat ways to get yourself intothe Christmas Spirit

44 Festive Spirit!Hot Toddy and Hot Apple Cider

48 Last Minute StockingFillersChristmas books your kids will love

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WelcomeIt’s almost Christmas! It seems to comeround faster each year. The magazine hasbeen running for nearly a year, but it onlyseems like yesterday we launched ourfirst edition in January 2010.

Hopefully, you are beginning to feel“festive”. If not, take a look at the What’sOn Guide and Festive Activities to findevents which will get you in the festivemood. Try our Hot Toddy and Hot AppleCider recipes. They will certainly help!

We have two fantastic FREE PRIZEDRAWS - a luxurious Spa Day at SAKSlocated at David Lloyd, and a six weekmembership at the Marriott Leisure Club.What a great way to start the New Year!

As usual we have great communityfeatures, topical articles and plenty oflocal history to keep you entertained.

A big thanks this year to Karen Pheasantand John Kirwin who have suppliedHealth/Fitness and local history articleseach issue.

So, that just leaves me to wish you all awonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

SSuussiieeEditor

On Our Doorstep is published by Zig Zag Ventures, anindependent publisher. You can contact us by:-Telephone: 0161 790 2504Email: [email protected]: www.onourdoorstep.co.uk

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St Mark’s Church, Worsley: workingtowards the “Child Friendly Church Award” status

St Mark’s Church is aiming to achieve the“Child Friendly Church Award”. The schemerecognises the importance of the child’s presence at the heart of the Christian Community. All-age worship is a vital buildingblock in a church’s growth and provides anopportunity for more people to get involved.

Any church which achieves the Award isgiven a Child Friendly Church logo to displayon its no0ce board so that families visi0ng orwho are new to the area will know childrenare welcome.

At St. Marks we hold Children’s Church sessionsevery Sunday at 10.30am during term 0me. Itis open to children from the age of 3.5 years.

Activities are based around a reading or message from the bible. We learn in a funand interactive way through a mix of artsand cra!s, games, prayers and songs.

Children are also involved in special paradeservices in church and have the opportunityto do readings, prayers and songs.

Our vision is to lead, nurture and encourageall children in the word of the Lord, to listen,understand and to give children a voice inthe church.

We welcome you and hope you can join us.

Carmen & LouiseChildren's Church Leaders, St Mark’s Church, Worsley

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CHRISTMAS SERVICESSt. Mark’s,Worsley

Note: The main Christmasservices have already takenplace. Remaining service:-

Tues 21st DecemberSt Mark’s School ChristmasService. All parents andfamily welcome.2.30pm

Worsley MethodistChurch

Sun 19th DecemberRev Paul Brody 10.30amCarol Service with Brass Band6.00pm

Sun 26th DecemberBoxing Day 10.30amRev Ian Humphreys

Roe GreenIndependent

Methodist Church

Sat 18th DecemberCarols on the Green 5.30pm

Sun 19th DecemberNativity 10.45amCarol Service 6.00pm

Sat 25th DecemberChristmas Service 10.30am

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We are an Independent School for boys and girls aged 3 – 18 years, located in a delightful semi-rural setting in Worsley.

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 appreciating and applauding others.

We are always delighted to show our genuinely caring and nurturing environment. We also offer a broad range of School Bus routes providing a safe and secure environment to transport your child to and from school.

For more information please visit our new websitewww.bridgewater-school.co.ukor call 0161 794 1463 to arrange a personal tour.

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You can drop your new and unwrapped gift at your local ASDA store. You can also donate at :

Beesley Green Community CentreGreenleach Lane, Worsley

M28 2QW Tel: 0161 790 6124M28 2QW Tel: 0161 790 6124

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A stroll aroundRoe GreenAfter the inevitable “overeating” at ChristmasDinner, why not take a leisurely walk around RoeGreen and contemplate its history.

Roe Green is a picturesque village with awealth of history. Here is a brief insight intoits past and some of the local landmarks.

IN THE BEGINNING...Roe Green is thought to have been namedafter “Roe Deer” which used to roam thearea. The name occurs on the first knownmap of Worsley c.1590.It is in fact the original Village Green forWorsley, first mentioned in relation to aland dispute between Gilbert Sherrington ofWardley Hall and Richard Brereton ofWorsley (who inherited Worsley in 1570).

The Green was used as common land, anopen space that could be used for grazing.It was also used for sporting activities, inparticular Cricket, in the Victorian era. Thehamlet grew around the green, where cottages were built by the Duke ofBridgewater. Inhabitants were employed inlocal mines, agriculture and handloomweaving. Up to the 20th century Roe Greenwas a 'working class' village, centred arounda chapel, school and Co-op:-

INDEPENDENT METHODIST CHURCHThe Methodist Church first came to RoeGreen in 1808, with Humphrey Harperstanding on a stone preaching to largecrowds. The first church was built in 1855and then rebuilt in 1884 which is the chapelwe see today.

Independent Methodists believed inabstaining from alcohol, which gave RoeGreen the reputation of being a dry village......hence the absence of pubs in Roe Green.

ROE GREEN INFANTS SCHOOLThe building which is now Beesley GreenCommunity Centre began life as Roe GreenInfants School. It was built in 1892 andclosed in 1968. This was an extension to theoriginal school (white cottages next door),which was built in 1727 to provide bothschoolroom and schoolmaster’s house. Itwas used as a Sunday and day school.

ROE GREEN CO-OPThe first Roe Green Co-op opened in 1858,in two rooms of a cottage, operating in theevenings. The Coop then grew to purposebuilt premises on Greenleach Lane, which isnow home to Hair Eden. It was the 3rd andlast Roe Green Co-op. The top story was asewing room and the hoist to get provisionsinto the building can still be seen at the back.

Original Roe Green Church built 1808

Last Co-op on Greenleach Lane

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an Independent Methodist, built a largeextension onto the original Sisley Cottagecalled “Littlewood”. The ground floor was acotton warehouse and first floor a PreachngRoom for the Independent Methodists,where they were to stay for the next 30 yrs.By 1836 he had 260 Sunday School Scholarsattending, many walking miles to attend.

2) Roe Green Independent MethodistChurch. Commemorating the baptism ofsome of England’s finest batsmen.Christened cricketers; Ernest Tyldesley,Johnny Tyldesley and England Test CaptainMichael Vaughan.

3) Former Poor House next to Roe GreenCricket Club. Built in 1752 as an extension tothe original school to educate poor boys - abequest left in 1716 by one Thomas Colllier.

4) “Aigburth”, Lumber Lane, oppositeLittlewood. Built using the proceeds of theJ.T. Tyldesley County Benefit in 1906. TheTyldesley family lived here on retiring fromtheir shop in Roe Green. It was named afterLiverpool’s cricket ground “Aigburth” whereErnest Tyldesley’s made his county debut.

5) Dinamics Hairdresser, Greenleach Lane.This was the former house of the Tyldesleyfamily and birth place of Ernest Tyldesley.

SPARROW PARK (opposite Post Office)A memorial seat dedicated to BertTyldesley. Funds raisedby Roe Green MethodistChurch, local residentsand Worsley Civic Trust.The Inscription reads:

“In fond and grateful memory of HerbertLyon Tyldesley MBE, Bert, a gentleman,writer and local historian and last Tyldesleyof the famous cricketing family to live onRoe Green....But through it all I left my heartwhere it was plainly seen, midst the fieldsand woods and people in the village of RoeGreen.”

Many thanks to Pauline & Jean from Friends of RoeGreen for providing material for this feature. Othersources include Salford Council & Visit Salford websites

BEESLEY GREENOriginally Beesley Green was the westernend of Roe Green, an integral part of RoeGreen, It consisted mainly of farms. BeesleyGreen was named after the Beesley familywho farmed there for several generations.

In 1864, the Manchester-Wigan Railway cutthrough the area separating Beesley Greenand Roe Green.

CONSERVATION AREAThe railway provided an incentive to buildnew housing developments. In the 20thcentury roads were to open up the villageeven more.

The East Lancashire Road was opened in1934, and later the arrival of the motorwaymade Roe Green an easily accessible anddesirable place to live. Further housingdevelopment brought new residents.

To preserve the “village green” character ofthe area, Roe Green/Beesley Green was designated a conservation area in 1970 andis Salford’s largest conservation area.

BLUE PLAQUESIn 2007, five Blue Plaqueswere erected on buildingsaround Roe Green, recognising individualswho have made a significant contribution in

the area. You may have seen them, they arelocated:-

1) Littlewood Cottage on the corner ofGreenleach and Lumber Lane. In 1824,Cotton Merchant/Mill Owner Richard Clarke,

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IT’S THE NEW YEAR, GET A NEW YOU AT SAKS

Another year, another long list of New Year’s resolu0ons. If one of them is to take be1er careof yourself then you need look no further than Saks, the UK’s leading hair and beauty group. Here are some top 0ps from the SAKS hair & beauty experts to help you start the New Year asyou mean to go on.

GET YOUR HAIR BACK ON TRACKHave a new cut, whether it’s to freshen upyour old style or you want a completechange. Have an individual consulta0on andget a cut to suit your face shape, hair type,colour and your personality.

BE KIND TO YOUR HAIRA simple hair care regime using prescribedproducts by your hairdresser is the best wayto maintain beau0ful locks at home. Invest insalon-professional products rather than off-the-shelf. Choose 3 simple steps, sham-poo, condi0oner and a weekly treatment.

OPEN YOUR EYES A quick way to give your eyes an instantyouth make-over is to have your eyebrowsshaped professionally. It can instantkly openup your eyes and knock years off you.

IT’S ALL IN THE TECHNIQUEMake the most of your an0-ageing creams byapplying them properly. Massage it into theskin - your skin will accept it be1er and poten0ally make it more effec0vel. Book yourself in for a facial and get some 0ps!

SLOUGH OFF DEAD SKINDry body brushing with a good quality bodybrush, every day, offers a mul0tude of benefits:- removes dead skin cells, helps eliminate toxins, reduce cellulite and limitingrown hairs a!er waxing.

EAT RIGHT AND DRINK WELLIt’s obvious, but the benefits to your hair andskin are endless.

To book an appointment at Saks Trafford Park call 0161 747 7590

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TREAT YOUR BODY TO A 7-DAY DETOX

Now that the Festive season is behind you, are you feeling in need of a boost?This 7-Day detox plan will give your liver a rest, re-energise you and help youshed a few pounds.

Foods to Exclude• Tea and coffee. The caffeine in these drinks is a strong stimulant. Instead, drink fruit or herbal teas, or chicory/dandelion coffee

• Sugar, honey, syrup & foods containing added sugar like fizzy drinks• Salt and highly salted or smoked food such as bacon, smokedfish, crisps, stock cubes and soy sauce, plus many ready-meals. Use lo-salt, black pepper, herbs, garlic and ginger for adding flavour

• Alcohol• Wheat and wheat-based products like flour, most cereals, bread, pasta. Wheat is a common source of food intolerance, so try miso,oats, spelt or millet flour as an alternative

• Dairy produce eg milk, cheese, butter, yoghurt. Try soya milk and yoghurt instead

• Eggs and egg products• Red meat and non-organic white meat• Artificial food additives including sweeteners

Foods to Include• Fruit and unsweetened fruit juices• Vegetables• Fresh fish and oily fish like salmon, tuna and sardines canned in water or tomato sauce

• Beans and lentils• Tofu and quorn• Potatoes, brown rice and rice noodles• Oats, rye crackers and oatcakes• Unsalted nuts and seeds• Extra virgin olive oil• Water – at least 2 litres per day

The programme is not highly restrictive and won’t leave you short on nutrients, but you willneed to avoid a number of foods which can stress your body.

In addition to your diet, try to take time out for yourself to lower your stress levels. Get some exercise out in the fresh air or visit the gym, soak in a bath to which you haveadded Epsom or mineral salts or get a lymphatic massage.

And if you’re brave enough have a cold water blast at the end of your shower in the morningto re-invigorate you. It does work!by Karen Pheassant, owner of Ladies Workout Express on the Swinton Worsley border

To all Women of Worsley…

MAKE 2011 THE YEAR WHEN YOU ACHIEVE INCH LOSS,HEALTH AND HAPPINESS FOR GOOD!

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Fledglings Nurseries 2 Hazelfields, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2LSwww.fledglingsnurseries.co.uk

Tel: 0161 281 2821

NurseryIf you face the problem of howto look after your children andgo to work, Fledglings provideshigh quality, flexible care forchildren from birth to 11 years.We offer a friendly atmospherein which you and your child willfeel welcome. Open 7.30am to6.00pm Monday to Friday.

After School &Holiday ClubWe offer a Before& After School clubfor children at St.Mark's & Broadoakprimary schools,plus Holiday PlaySchemes open to all.

OutdoorOur outdoor playareas have beenredesigned andupgraded. All ourchildren have accessto purpose builtgarden play facilitieswith various learning resources.


With the cold winter causing havoc on the roads, here are some essential tips to protectyour vehicle from freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions, and maximise your

Testimonial from a happy client:-“Rick Tsang did a fantastic job on bothmine and my wife's car. My wife's VWBeetle had a very bad score along thefront passenger side bumper and after acouple of hours of work from Rick, thebumper is brand new. You honestly wouldnot know that anything had happened.My own Mercedes was very badly stonechipped. Due to the car being metallicblack you can spot any blemishes on thepaint from a mile away. Standing backfrom the car now, you honestly can'tspot them. On a very close inspection I actually found it hard to locate wherethey had been. I am very particular aboutmy car and very fussy about the paint finish. I am absolutely delighted with theend result, far better than I expected andwould not hesitate in recommendingChipsAway Worsley.”

If your car’s body workneeds repairing, contactChipsAway Worsley on0161 790 1755 or07852 273 983

Prepare Your Car for Winter

Protect your car’s bodywork and get stone chipsand scratches repaired nowChipsAway Worsley have been repairing body work in this area overthe last six years. This is what Rick andhis team can do for your car....

BEFORE AFTER

Anti-freeze - check and top up if necessary.This helps control the engine temperature

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Lubricate the engine using a low-viscositysuch as 5w30. It speeds up start-up and helps

to reduce wear by flowing oil quickly to the engineat low temperatures. Warm up your car for a few seconds to ensure a proper flow of oil has been established and adequate lubrication before driving off.

Tyres - check the tyre pressure regularly inwinter. Proper pressure is vital to maintain

better traction. Or consider switching all tyres towinter ones, which are specifically designed to improve traction on snow-covered or icy roads.

Battery - get it tested, especially if over 2-3years old. A dead battery is one of the most

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Wipers & washer fluid - check and replaceyour windscreen wipers if necessary to improve

visibility and help to avoid dangerous situations.Clean the windscreen from inside as well and usespecial winter washer fluid that won't freeze.

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INDOOR KURLINGWorsley Methodist Church Hall“New Age Kurling” indoors. Noexperience necessary. Ideal forpeople with limited mobility. Allwelcome, wheelchair access.Wed 15th DecemberWed 5th & 19th January2.00 - 4.00pm£1.00Charles Ogden - 0161 790 2125

TEA DANCEWorsley Methodist Church Hall,Barton RoadTea Dances with a professionalleader. Everyone welcome, frombeginner to expert.Tue 28th Dec & 25th January2.00 - 4.00pm£3.00 (includes refreshments)Charles Ogden - 0161 790 2125

WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENSGUILDWorsley Court HouseJoin us for our monthly meetingwhere Mr G Atkinson will be givinga talk on “Barton Bridges fallingdown”.Mon 10th January7.30pm£1.50 includes tea & biscuitsSheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845

SALFORD ART CLUB ANNUALEXHIBITION 2010Salford Museum & Art GalleryA selection of the very best art workproduced by members of SalfordArt Club society members duringthe past year. Work will includeportraits, landscapes and still life ina variety of media. The theme thisyear is ‘lives and landscapes’.Until 6th February 2011Tel: 0161 778 0800

Community Events ORDSALL HALL REVEALED:PHOTOGRAPHS by Nick HarrisonSalford Museum & Art GalleryUnder the tarpaulin and scaffoldingthat’s been hiding Ordsall Hall forthe past eighteen months; atransformation has been takingplace. Get a sneak preview of someof the restoration work throughNick’s photographic diary.15th January to 6 March 2011Tel: 0161 778 0800

UNTOLD STORIES: SURVIVORTALKImperial War Museum NorthMarking Holocaust Memorial Day,hear the real life story of ArekHersch, who as a child during theHolocaust survived against theodds. This is a rare chance to hearabout his experiences followed by aquestion and answer session.(Ideal for ages 14+)Thu 27th January4.00pmFREE but booking is required on0161 836 4064 [email protected]

A CLOSER LOOK: HOLOCAUSTMEMORIAL DAYImperial War Museum NorthThis session offers the chance tolearn more about the movingpersonal stories behind some of ourfascinating collections, includingsome new objects on display fromthe Holocaust. Plus a suitcasebelonging to the parents of EvaWohl who was sent on theKindertransport to Britain from NaziGermany to escape persecution.Sun 23rd & 30th, Tues 25th, Wed26th, Thu 27th and Fri 28th Jan2.15pm*FREETel: 0161 836 4000*Sun 23rd & 30th January sessions includea screening of the Holocaust MemorialDay Trust’s 2011 film.

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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONALL ABOARD: STORIES OF WARAT SEAImperial War Museum NorthGet hands on at Imperial WarMuseum’s first ever large-scaleexhibition to look at life at sea inwartime. Action-packed andinteractive, this is a great day outfor visitors of all ages. Ever imaginedwhat it would be like to be a sailor?Try out some ‘Jackspeak’ and see ifnaval clothing would keep you warmon the icy deck of a warship in theArctic. Discover the naval origins ofmany everyday words and phrasesand find out why you might find areindeer on a battleship. Learn whichanimals have sailed the oceans andwhy, from cats and dogs to moreunusual creatures.Embark on a voyage of discoverythrough some of the mostmomentous events in British history- from the First World War to thepresent day.Until 25th April 2011Tel: 0161 836 4000

LIFE THROUGH THE LENS:SNAPSHOTS OF SALFORD’S PASTSalford Museum & Art GalleryTo celebrate 10 years of theLifeTimes project, this exhibitionshows some of the hidden gemsfrom the museum, LifeTimes andlocal history library photographiccollections. Families can enjoy thereconstructed dark room, the ‘climbin’ camera and the shadow puppettheatre. Help the rat catcher findthe rats and think of a caption to gowith some of the weird andwonderful images in the collections.Until Autumn 2011Tel: 0161 778 0800

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SANTA’S FESTIVE TOURVictoria Park, SwintonEnjoy festive fun at our ChristmasSing-a-long, meet Santa and eatmince pies!Fri 17th December6.30 - 7.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE –MAKE YOUR OWN ARTLowry TheatreThese colourful and creativeworkshops will encourage buddingyoung artists to develop new skillsand try out exciting ideas thatstretch their imagination! Create anexciting work of art using a varietyof art and craft ideas, from making3D models and sculptures, toinventive drawing and paintingtechniques. There is a differentactivity each week.Sat 18th DecemberSat 8th, 22nd January11.00am – 12.30pm£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

UNDER 5S FIRST STEPSThe LowryBring your little ones to First Stepsto release and engage some of thatenergy through fun dance activities.Join in with your child or sit backand watch as they gainco-ordination, strength and agility!Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrsFri 7th & 28th January10.00 - 10.45am11.00 - 11.45am£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

Under 5s Arts – Doodle TotsThe LowryPaint, stick, play and make in thiscolourful workshop designedespecially for toddlers and theirparents/carers. Explore art, sound,texture and materials in a relaxedand friendly atmosphere where youcan spend time with your totenjoying creative activities, havingfun and getting messy!Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrsFri 14th January10.00 - 10.45am11.15 - 12.00am£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

Kids ActivitiesSHIPSHAPE SATURDAYSImperial War Museum NorthOur Shipshape Saturdays arepacked with family fun – from craftto theatrical performances.Including: -• Ahoy there! Come and join us fora fun workshop and make your ownwacky telescope to take home.• Get a feel for historic naval itemsin our object handling sessions.• Watch dramatic films and footagefrom the Museum’s Archive.• Follow the trail to explore evenmore remarkable objects from warat sea, on permanent display in ourMain Exhibition Space, by pickingup a family friendly gallery pack.Sat 8th & 15th January1.00 – 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 836 4000

ANIMALS ABOARDImperial War Museum NorthMeet cuddly character Simon, theship’s cat, in our Animals Aboardsessions. Learn why Simon wasawarded the Dickin Medal for‘behaviour of the highest order’.Then spot Simon’s remarkable storyin the exhibition.Sat 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29thJanuary11.30amFreeTel: 0161 836 4000

WHAT A PERFORMANCE:ALL ABOARDImperial War Museum NorthSee one of our special, familyfriendly performances, dramatisingstories of bravery, adventure andendurance at sea. Hear the tale of apioneering submariner characterfrom the First World War, follow thedramatic evacuation of soldiers atDunkirk, listen to the tale of aplucky female shipbuilder or meetan inspired female civilian characteras she plans to sign up for theWomen’s Royal Naval Service.Sat 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th January11.15am, 12.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pmFreeTel: 0161 836 4000

UNDER 5S 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. Each month a differentartwork or theme will be explored ina relaxed and friendly atmospherethat will really bring the stories tolife! Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrsFri 21 January 10:1510.15 – 11.00am£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

LOWRY OUTLET MALL -FESTIVE ACTIVITIES DECEMBERLowry Outlet MallMrs Claus’s Balloon ModellingFri 17th, Sun 26th, Fri 31st December11.00am-4.00pm

Meet Lazy Town’s official UKSportacus & Stephanie Actors!Sat 18th December11am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm &3.30pm

Mrs Claus’s Festive Face PaintingSun 19th, Fri 24th, Mon 27th,Thu 30th December11.00am-4.00pm

Christmas Craft Workshops:Make your own Christmas Boxand fill it with sweets!Mon 20th & Tue 22nd December11.00am-4.00pm

Meet Timmy from Timmy TimeWed 22nd December11am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm &3.30pm

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FESTIVE FUNBlackleach Country ParkCome along and celebrate withChristmas crafts and festive treats!Sat 18th December2.00 - 3.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

FESTIVE WALKAmbiente, Worsley RoadUncover footballing legends,Hazelhurst Hall and The Duke ofBridgewater on a festive walkaround the Worsley and Swintonborder. Mulled wine available atextra cost. Starts & ends at AmbienteSun 19th December11.00 - 12.30pm£2.00, children under 15 FreeSalford Tourist Information Centre -Tel: 0161 848 8601

WEDDING FAYRESwinton Park Golf CourseYou will find the best of local weddingservices offering everything frombridal wear to limousines all underone roof. Catwalk 12.30 and 2.30pmFree Prize Draw9th January 201111.00am to 4.00pmFree EntranceWendy 0161 794 0713

WEDDING FAYREHemsley House, Salford CrescentPlanning a wedding? Come and visitlocal wedding exhibitors offeringeverything from bridal wear tocakes all under one roof.Catwalk 12.30 and 2.30pmFree Prize Draw9th January 201111.00am to 4.00pmFree EntranceWendy 0161 794 0713

SALFORD SYMPHONYORCHESTRAPeel Hall, University of SalfordThe Christmas concert programmeincludes Prokofiev - Peter and theWolf, R Vaughan Williams - Fantasiaon Christmas Carols, Tchaikovsky -Nutcracker Suite, choir and carols.Refreshments served during interval.Sun 19th December4.00pm£7.00, £6.00 concessions payableon the door. Children under 16 freeChristine - 0161 737 4126Peel Hall, Peel Building, University ofSalford, Crescent, Salford M5 4WTwww.salfordsymphony.org.uk

DISNEY’S ALADDINRobert Powell Theatre, Universityof SalfordUrban Stage Senior Youth Theatrestudents production of Disney’s“Aladdin”. This will be a “feel goodfamily production” perfect forChristmas.Sat 18th - Tue 21st Dec7.00pm£7.50 concessions availableTel: 0161 211 9955 oremail [email protected]

GAGAThe LowryBack after previous sell-out visits,GaGa takes to The Lowry stage inthis spectacular performance of allthings Queen. Including hits such asBohemian Rhapsody, We Will RockYou and We are the Champions.Fri 28 January8.00pm£15.00Tel: 0843 208 6000

OUTLET MALL SALELowry Outlet MallWinter Clearance with up to 70% offHigh Street Prices!16th December to 23rd JanuaryTel: 0161 848 1850

CROCHET CLASSESSalford Museum & Art GalleryA popular beginners crochet class.You will learn basic stitches andhow to make simple items.Starts 12th January for 5 weeks6.00 – 8.00pm£25 (course) - booking essentialCeri Horrocks 0161 778 0820

CRAFT FAIRLowry Outlet MallSpeciality beers, children's books,jewellry, toys, games, olives, nuts,Turkish delight, wall hangings,fossils/minerals/crystals, decoratedmirrors, photographic prints,chocolate fountain, card makingand scrapbooking supplies.Fri 17th - Sun 19th DecemberFree entryTel: 0161 848 1850

FARMERS MARKETEccles Shopping CentreHomemade sausages, salami, dairyproducts, preserves and lots more!Sat 18th DecemberSat 15th January9.00am - 2.00pmFree entryTel: 0161 707 3058

PETER PANThe LowryEscape to Neverland in the biggestfamily musical adventure of 2010!Let your dreams take flight thisChristmas and join us on a thrillingmusical journey to Neverland.Stunning scenery, swashbucklingsword fights and breathtaking flying,accompanied by soaring music froma 14-piece orchestra, makes this theNorth West’s must-see seasonal treat.Wed 8th Dec to Sat 1st JanuaryTimes vary daily, check website£21.00 -£32.00Tel: 0843 208 6000www.thelowry.com

THE LIFE AND ADVENTURES OFSANTA CLAUSEThe LowryBased on the book by L FrankBaum, author of The Wizard of Oz,this exciting story follows the earlylife of Santa Claus. Meet the originalreindeer Glossie and Flossie as wellas the chilly rogue Jack Frost! Withoriginal music and lots of audienceparticipation, this is a wonderfulseasonal show from the creators ofthe hit show The Night BeforeChristmas.Mon 27th Dec to Sun 3rd JanuaryTimes vary daily, check website£5.50 children , £8.50 adultsTel: 0843 208 6000

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‘Running a Kip McGrath Education Centre allows me to concentrate on what I do best -teach. There is so much satisfaction in my job,working with children of all ages and seeingthem grow in confidence as they get to gripswith the things they have always found hard atschool. Whether it’s learning tables, doing longdivision or long multiplication, comparing fractions, telling the time, or simply making astory more descriptive, it’s great to see thesmile on their faces when they’ve got it!

The Walkden Kip McGrathhas been fully refurbishedover the summer so that the students have a reallynice learning environment.

The students get lots ofpraise and rewards for theirachievements.


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PICCADILLY GARDENS FAMILY FAIR9th December - 3rd January 2011Christmas in Piccadilly is going to be a family-friendlyaffair this year. Piccadilly Gardens will become home toa range of fairground attractions including gallopinghorses, helter skelter, chairoplanes and swing boats.Visitors can also enjoy a range of hot food stalls sellingsoups, stews and homemade pies, which can be sampled in a big top tent to the Gardens, where therewill be entertainment.www.piccadillymanchester.com

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SALFORD ICE RINKTHE PLAZA, SALFORD QUAYSNow until 9th January 2011Salford’s very own festive ice rink returns but at its new home, thespectacular setting of The Lowry Plaza, Salford Quays. Make a dayof it just a hop, skip and a jump (or a slide!)away from the ice. Youcould book tickets for Peter Pan, this year's family Christmas musicalat The Lowry and enjoy great shopping, food and restaurants atThe Lowry Outlet Mall. Tel: 0844 815 4866 Visit: www.visitsalford.info/events

SPINNINGFIELDS ICE RINKTHE AVENUE, SPINNINGFIELDS, MANCHESTERNow until 3rd January 2011A fun, festive treat for all the family in a great location.Come for a leisurely skating session or book some lessons!The Lodge - this year Spinningfields Ice Rink welcomes anew two-tier log cabin themed pop up bar. Adjacent to theIce Rink, providing the perfect place to relax after a spin onthe ice, with an extensive drinks menu and food providedby the award-winning Mark Addy.Tel: 0843 208 1844 Visit: www.spinningfieldsicerink.com

MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2010Now until 21st DecemberThis year the markets are bigger than ever:-! World Christmas Market - Brazennose Street! European Christmas Markets - Albert Square! German Christmas Market - St Ann's Square! Arts & Crafts Market - Exchange Street! Christmas Market - New Cathedral Street! Christmas Market - Exchange Square! Weekend Craft and Gift Market - Triangle! French Market - King Streetwww.manchestermarkets.com

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HOT APPLE CIDER (serves 6)Ingredients6 cups apple cider1/4 cup real maple syrup (or brown sugar)2 cinnamon sticks6 whole cloves6 whole allspice berries1 orange peel, cut into strips1 lemon peel, cut into stripsYou can also add ¾ cup of Calvados orDark Rum for extra strength!

Directions1. Pour the apple cider and maple syrupinto a large stainless steel saucepan.2. Wrap and tie the spices and citrus peel ina piece of cheesecloth. Drop it into thecider mixture.3. Place the saucepan over moderate heatfor 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cider isvery hot but not boiling.4. Remove the cider from the heat. Discardthe spice bundle. Pour the cider into bigcups or mugs, adding a fresh cinnamonstick to each serving if desired.

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THE SMELLYSPROUTAllan PlenderleithRRP £5.99

Thrown out into thesnow on Christmasday, the smellysprout comes upagainst a terribly

rude Christmas tree, an awfully impolite snowman and, worst of all...a greedy fox. But will a chance encounter with someone as smallas the sprout change everything?"The Smelly Sprout" is a Christmas classic. Withdeliciously witty illustrations and a story to touchthe heart, this is a tale children and their parentswill love. And one thing's for sure, love them orloathe them, you'll never look at a sprout in thesame way again - an ideal read to encourageyour children to eat their greens!

MERRY CHRISTMAS, SPLATRob ScottonRRP £5.99

The third hilariousstory about Splat theCat, the irresistiblecharacter from RobScotton, bestselling

creator of Russell the Sheep. Splat the cat can'twait for Christmas and is SURE he's been goodenough for Santa to bring him all the presents onhis Christmas list. But just in case Santa needsreminding of what an exceptionally good cat he is, Splat makes himself EXTRA helpful around thehouse. It's tiring work being helpful, but whenSplat goes to bed on Christmas Eve he's keptawake by a worrying thought...Just how good doyou need to be for Santa to visit? A charmingstory perfect for any eager child awaiting Santa.

ALIENS LOVEPANTA CLAUSClaire Freedman andBen CortRRP £5.99

Another outing forthose pant-lovingaliens. The Aliens areexcited, as tomorrow'sChristmas day, Soinstead of stealing

underpants, they're giving them away! Yes, it'strue! Everyone's favourite aliens are full of thefestive spirit and so they are giving away theirbeloved underpants - shock, horror! Join them asthey help out in Santa's busy workshop, putneon pants on Rudolph and tie knickers up in theplace of stockings. But remember to hold on toyour pants - this special pants giveaway is forone day only. Ho-ho-ho! Merry Christmas!

HORRID HENRY'SCHRISTMAS CRACKERFrancesca Simon and TonyRossRRP £4.99

The tiny terror full offiendish pranks is back– wishing you a MerryChristmas, well Henry’sway, that is, which isnot all that happy for

anyone else. Four fabulously funny storiesthat will invoke every family's worstChristmas nightmares, as Horrid Henrysabotages the school play, tries to do hisChristmas shopping without spending hispocket money, attempts to ambush FatherChristmas, and endures Christmas dinnerwith the guests from hell.

Note: You will find books online and in Supermarkets for up to 50% less than the RRP

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Secrets of Middlewood - Part I

The “Cold War”Defences in Worsley

In the aftermath of World War II, the euphoriaof victory over Nazi Germany quickly faded,when it became apparent that a new threatwas emerging in the shape of the Soviet Union.

The Blockade of Berlin, the food and suppliesAirlift to the beleaguered City which becamenecessary for its survival, as well as otherprovocative acts in Soviet-occupied EasternEurope, all demonstrated that Freedom wasnot on the Soviet agenda. The “Cold War” -which was to last almost 40 years, had begun.

Very soon after the general demobilisationof British forces after the War, defensivepreparations began for what it seemedmight be the next conflict. But these preparations were of necessity secret, sinceany open activity could be considered aggressive and an excuse for further escalation in the “Arms Race” by the Communist Bloc.

Despite the advent of the “atomic bombs”having been dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, conventional war with the Sovietswas still considered to be a possibility.

That meant a probable repeat of bombingraids so a new anti aircraft gunnery networkneeded to be constructed to protect the nation. Thus, the Manchester Gun DefendedArea came into being and Middlewood waschosen as the site for an AAOR (Anti AircraftOperations Room), staffed by the RAF.

Built on the terrace of the demolished Worsley New Hall, the AAOR was completedin 1952 and formed part of a ring aroundthe city, to detect and then engage withguns sited elsewhere, any hostile aircraft.

“Room” was very much a misnomer, for theAAOR consisted of a huge concrete bunker,windowless and massive, partially built intothe hillside. Inside it had two levels, eachaccessed by canopied heavy doors to theoutside and a complex of rooms for a resident staff of both sexes.

The Gun Director, from his dais, presidedover Operations within his sector and hadthe ability to co-ordinate not only with otherAAOR’s in the MGDA Area, but also nationwide.Everything from Radio Communications,

End elevation and external steps to upper entrance Bottom Entrance


De-contamination (presumably in the eventof a nuclear attack), Gun Direction, throughto the more mundane such as a Canteenand sleeping quarters were accommodatedwithin the “Room” of the AAOR.

The outside world of Worsley knew little ofthis. The only visible external signs were twoenigmatic towers which barely peeked abovethe ancient beeches of Middlewood. Theselattice structures, rather like a modern highvoltage pylon, were each topped by a horizontal lattice cross.

To those interested in WWII artefacts thesewould have been familiar, since they wereidentical to those which stood all along theEast Coast and detected incoming Germanbombers. Such was the condition of Worsley’s AAOR until 1958, when the marchof technology made the entire ManchesterGun Defended Area and its systems redundant,a mere six years after its completion! Thereason was that aircraft were no longer considered to be a threat. The name of thegame now was “ICBM’s “ (IntercontinentalBallistic Missiles), against which it was considered there was no defence - otherthan to possess some of your own. Hence,the “Nuclear Deterrent” was born.

So, after dismantling all its equipment andtowers, ownership of the Middlewood facility was transferred to the Royal Navy AirService who used it as a food storage areaattached to RNAS Riseley until 1961 when itwas bought by Salford City Council. TheCouncil used it as a Civil Defence installation,

with Lancashire County Council, with a responsibility for the area from Stretford toTurton, reporting to the Main Control at Preston.

In 1968, when the Civil Defence Corps wasdisbanded, the building was put into “Careand Maintenance” until 1974, when it wassold to Manchester County Fire Service.They, in turn, sold it to a local gun club foruse as an indoor range in the early ‘90’s. Finally, its ownership rests with a local property investment and development company.

Through all these changes the building hasremained intact. True, the interior has beenaltered a number of times to satisfy differentowners, but as late as 2002 it still held manyevocative memories; signage, documents,wall maps etc., of its Cold War role. Sadly,some vandals have defaced its grim greywalls with spray-painted graffiti, littered thearea with the debris of nocturnal revels andat some time gained access to the interiorto do the same there. But their destructiveefforts seem to barely scratch the surface ofa building which is quite awe-inspiring in itsmonolithic presence.

It is easily accessible if you fancy a walk(permitted on certain paths) through Middlewood. Simply take the road to theleft of the Garden Centre, past the ScoutHut, for approximately 300m. You cannotmiss the great black cube that confrontsyou amongst the trees.

Written by John Kirwin

One of the blast-proof canopied entrances A radar tower foundation

Community Information

SafetyPolice - general enquiries 872 5050Neighbourhood Policing Team 856 5284

Salford City CouncilMain Switchboard 794 4711Environment (ie. refuse) 909 6500Highways (ie. street lighting) 909 6505

Community & Leisure FacilitiesBeesley Green Community Centre 790 6124Worsley Court House 737 6277Worsley & Boothstown Surestart 703 7446Swinton Surestart Centre 778 0750Fit City Worsley Pool 790 2084

LibrariesWorsley Village 794 8750Swinton 921 2360Walkden 909 6518Boothstown 799 6549

HealthcareThe Sides Medical Centre 794 1604Tims & Parker Chemists (The Sides) 794 1971

SchoolsSt. Marks CofE Primary School 790 3423Broadoak Primary School 794 2326Bridgewater School 794 1463Moorside High School 794 1045Walkden High School 975 8000

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COMPETITION ANSWERNov-Mid Dec issue“Hunt the Reindeer” Competition:-There were 21 reindeers hiding inthe magazine. The hardest to spotwere those on p.40, the “FestiveActivities” feature. Seven of Santa'sReindeers were running down theside of the Manchester ChristmsMarkets listing.

LUNCH

Thursdays and FridaysOrders taken between 12.00pm and 1.00pm.Restaurant closes at 2.00pm.

DINNER

WednesdaysOrders taken between 6.30pm and 8.15pm. Restaurant closes at approximately 9.15pm.

Opening times are during term-time only.

2 course lunch £5.953 course lunch £7.953 course dinner inc. coffee £13.00

To book a table callLa Sallian Restaurant on

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Walkden RoadWorsleyM28 2RZ

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SSppeecciiaall OOccccaassiioonnss::--Looking for a venue for 2011?

The Sutherland Suite is the perfectvenue for weddings, parties, dinners &meetings. The Suite has recentlyundergone a full refurbishment andhas an excellent reputation for its highquality food & drink.

We can advise on menus, table plansand entertainment. Our friendly, attentive staff will cater for all yourneeds and provide everything to makeyour day memorable.

Plus, there is ample parking and easywheelchair access.

For further details, bookings or to view theclub, contact us at:-

Looking forward to a happy and healthy2011! Please come down and join us fora variety of sports for all ages or just asa social member.

Great Sports Facilities - Cricket, Bowls,Tennis, Squash & Croquet. Play at all levelsor compete in local leagues.

Relaxed Members’ Lounge - a comfortablelounge serving real ales and fine wines.Enjoy a drink on the terrace overlookingthe bowling green.

Intimate Bistro - serving a wide choice of meals at weekends for members andnon-members.

The Sutherland Suite - a function room forspecial occasions and conferences, accommodating up to 110 guests.

Marquee Hire - to cater for more guests alarge lawn space is available for a marqueewhich can be customised to your exact specification.

A UNIQUE VENUE FOR YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION

Playing in these Sports Leagues:-

Cricket: Manchester & District Association5 Junior teams from Under 11’s toUnder 18’s Salford Junior LeagueProfessional Coaching

Bowls: Worsley and District, Eccles and District Leagues

Squash: North West Counties League

Tennis: Bolton Mixed LeagueBolton Men’s LeagueWalkden and District League

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Merry Christmas

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Happy New Year x

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WORSLEY PET CENTRE at Worsley Garden CentreLeigh Road, Worsley, M28 2LJ

WORSLEY PET CENTRE

If we do not have it we can locateany pet, as normal as a chicken(yes, chickens are the new cat)to something a little more exotic.

Here at Worsley Pet Centre wecater for all fins and fur, holdinga large range of livestock.

Stockists of Royal Canin, James Wellbeloved,Iams. We also hold a large range of henhouses,homes for furry friends and tanks for fins andour non furry pets.

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