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Contents6 The Church on the

GreenLearning more about our local church in Roe Green

7 “How’s That?”Promoting Junior Cricket in Worsley

8 Support Nick & JoRunning the 2011 Virgin London Marathon for worthy charities

14 WeddingsHow to make it the best day of your life

20 Valentine’s Cocktails Delicious Champagne cocktails to accompany a romantic evening

26 What’s OnAn essential guide to local events

30 Lose Weight for GoodKaren Pheasant shares her Top 5 Strategies

34 Half Term ActivitiesLocal activities for children

38 ...of Emperors, Kings, Dukes and Earls Secrets of Middlewood - Part II

42 Business DirectoryA quick reference guide to our regular advertisers

ON OUR DOORSTEP 3

WelcomeWe had a busy and successful year in2010, launching and establishing On Our Doorstep. This year we are starting by extending our distribution further into Ellenbrook. So, welcome toall our new readers in Ellenbrook!

Well, it’s coming up to that romantic timeof year again... Valentine’s Day! Plus theWedding Season is rapidly approaching.So we have some great features on making Champagne Cocktails and tips forplanning a wedding.

If you are looking to get fit and lose a bitof the Christmas and New Year excess,we have expert advice from Karen atLadies Workout Express, and there areplenty of outdoor activities you can partake in - see our What’s On Guide.

There are more great community features, and a second installment of theSecrets of Middlewood. For Half Term,you’ll find plenty of activities to helpkeep your children busy.

Please keep passing on your feedbackand email any suggestions for community features and articles.

SusieEditor

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

Advertising in association with Angel MediaTelephone: 07890 268167Email: [email protected]

Printed by: Tangent Print Services

The contents of this magazine may not be reprinted orreproduced without the express permission of the Publisher.Views expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflectthose of the Publisher.

When you have finished with thismagazine please recycle it.

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ON OUR DOORSTEP 5Visit our new website www.onourdoorstep.co.uk

Tel: 0161 794 1463 Bridgewater School, Drywood Hall, Worsley, Manchester. M28 2WQ

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With Roe Green Church featured, last issue,in “A Stroll Around Roe Green”, it may be of interest to read more about its history, beliefs and what it does today.

In 1806, Independent Methodism brokeaway from mainstream Methodism for several reasons. Firstly, many members werepoor and couldn’t afford their contributionstowards the Ministers’ pay. Secondly, manyheld Quaker views which do not believe in aseparate clergy and lastly, many followersdid not like the authority exercised by ministers and held their own separate services.

The Manchester Church, who founded theChurch at Roe Green in 1808, belonged tothe last group. This may account for the independent nature of the Church and indeed of Roe Greeners themselves.

The church, as did many nonconformistchurches, promoted Temperance, urging abstention from alcohol. Temperance becamea national issue in Victorian times as alcoholwas seen as blight on families and society.

The Church today still has a no alcohol ruleon its premises, but is far more concernedwith spreading the good news of Jesus Christ,which is after all what a Church is for. Thebig change in the Church happened in the1960’s under the leadership of Dennis Wallwork, the local optician, and David Hill.Dennis had attended a Billy Graham Rally inLondon and came to see the importance ofa personal faith in Jesus Christ.

Today the Church has two part-time Ministers;Sarah Hargreaves, the Youth Minister, andIan Ley the Community Outreach Minister.

Roe Green Church is a family friendlychurch, trying to develop contacts and meetnew people in the area. Sunday Service is at10.45am and includes a separate meetingfor children.

The Church has just joined the Baptist Unionso perhaps it should be known as just “TheChurch on the Green”.

Ian Shaw, Roe Green Church

“The Church on the Green”Ian Shaw, part of the leadership team at Roe GreenChurch, tells us more about our local church.....

www.onourdoorstep.co.ukVisit our new website to find out WHAT’s ON in thelocal area, from one-off community events to regularfree classes.

You can also read BACK ISSUES and find local servicesin the BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

Contact us if you would like more details about advertising, listing a community event or just to giveus feedback:-

T: 0161 790 2504 E: [email protected]


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“How’s That?”: Promoting JuniorCricket in WorsleyAre you aged 8-16 years? Do you want to emulate our Ashes heroesand follow in the footsteps of local sporting legends?

Worsley Cricket Club, part of the EllesmereSports Club, is Michael Vaughan’s (formerEngland Captain) first cricket club and homeof Andrew Hayhurst, ex-Lancs and Somerset.

We run four Junior teams covering all agegroups. Sessions are managed by professionalcoaches in a safe environment. The club ishome to Salford Inter-District cricket, localschools cricket, and for the last 3 years, hashosted the Salford Schools 20/20 Competition.

This season we are looking for girls and boysaged 8-16 yrs to join our Junior Cricket Club.If you are interested in cricket, why not come

and join us for a practice session? Practicecommences 18th April 2011 at 6pm.

In February, we are approaching schools topromote local cricket and the opportunitiesat Worsley Cricket Club. These include:- St Mark’s, Moorside, Bridgewater, Broadoak,Mesne Lea, Walkden High, Ambrose Barlow,St George’s Walkden, Christ the KingWalkden, James Brindley and Ellenbrook.

We can help provide sporting facilities forschools in our community, develop all youngcricketers to their full potential and perhapsproduce the next generation of cricket stars?

For more information,contact Richard Hope0161 799 3239 or JohnSharples 0161 799 0030

What’s New for 2011More advertising options:-

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Plus, we are:-� Extending our distribution to 6,000

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opportunities Online� Leaflet Distribution alongside the magazine� Design & Print service


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Support Nick & Jo: Running the2011 Virgin London MarathonThe London Marathon is the largest annual fundraising eventon the planet, raising over £500m since the race began in 1981.

This year husbandand wife team Nickand Jo Townsonfrom Roe Green arerunning the 2011

Virgin London Marathon for two charitiesclose to their hearts.

Jo is running for the Royal ManchesterChildrens Hospital Paediatric EmergencyDepartment, where she is a Staff Nurse.It’s a very busy department seeing childrennot only from Salford and Manchester, butfrom all over the North West.

Jo is raising money to improve resources forChildren and their Families when they haveto attend the Emergency Department.

Nick is running for theMiscarriageAssociation - a charity that the couple haveused for support in the past, and feel itappropiate to run for them and help thesupport they give to continue.

Nick and Jo know it is going to be a massivepersonal achievement to complete theMarathon, and are hoping to raise a goodamount of money for their charities!So, please help support themand their worthwhile causes!If you would like to sponsor Nick & Jo, email themat [email protected], you can donate to their charities:-� Childrens Hospital - call (0161) 276 4522� Miscarriage Association - visitwww.virginmoneygiving.com/nicktownson


ON OUR DOORSTEP 9For advertising or general enquiries, please call 0161 790 2504

Tel: 0161 702 9474www.worsleyphysioclinic.co.uk � www.athletematters.com

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LA PERLAI T A L I A N R E S T A U R A N T

Valentine’s Day3 course menu for £23.95pp

StarterKing Scallops cooked with Chilli and CreamBaked Goats Cheese with Caramelised Onion

Funghi Fritti (fried mushrooms served with garlic mayo)Antipasto to share (a delicious selection of Italian meats with olives, mozzarella and

homemade bread)

MainLamb Shank cooked in a rich Rosemary Gravy

Monkfish cooked with Cherry Tomatoes, Chilli and LimeBistecca Dolcelatte (sirlion steak cooked with dolcelatte sauce)

Corn Fed Chicken served on a bed of Rocket and Cherry Tomatoes

DessertTiramisu

Ice Cream SundaeAmaretto Cake served with Amaretto Ice Cream

Platter of Desserts (taster size portions to share with your Valentine)

And why not impress your Valentine and have a bottle of Moet put on ice foryour arrival for just £30.00! (usual price is £40.50)

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Weddings:How do youmake your biggest day,the Best Day of your life?

It sounds daunting andstressful but “The Wedding” is a very

happy occasion, so planning it should beequally as fun. Enjoy the preparation, and tohelp you here are a few essential planning tips:-

1, Save, Save, Save!Start saving as soon as you get engaged.Although tradition says the bride's parents payfor the wedding, this is frequently untrue fortoday's couples. Set up a regular standingorder to a high interest account, where youknow it won’t be touched.

2. Set a BudgetThis is critical for outlining what you can spend,and ensuring you don’t start married life in debt.Create a detailed spreadsheet of all your itemsto help set out a realistic budget. Set aside acontinency, as there will always be unexpectedexpenses. Work out what you can actuallyafford to spend overall. At this point you mayneed to prioritise what's important to you,cross off anything you don't need and look atalternative ways of doing things. Once youhave a realistic budget, stick to it and alwaysupdate your figures when you get moredetailed quotes and prices.

3. The Planning TeamGood planning is key to the success of your bigproject and leads to a stress-free wedding day.Be realistic about how much time you can spendplanning your wedding and perhaps considerbooking a professional wedding planner.If you choose the DIY route, remember to giveyourself time - a wedding takes time to organise.Buy a wedding planning book to work out aschedule and keep to it.

4. Find Your VenueThe availability and choice of venue for the

ceremony and reception will drive the actualdate of the wedding. Choosing the right oneswill take time. Review reception venues within asensible distance to the ceremony before youconfirm your booking. When both venues havebeen chosen, the whole day will then fall intoplace. If you choose an outdoor venue - berealistic - have a wet weather contingency plan!

5. The Guest ListBe strict when it comes to the guest-list, even ifyou risk causing offense. Extra guests can bumpthe costs up significantly as well as ruin tableplans. And if you've said no children, don'tmake exceptions as this will definitely upset theother parent-guests attending.

6. Delegate and Share the LoadYou only have one pair of hands and areprobably working full time, so ask others tohelp. They'll be thrilled to be involved. It’ll befun and you may save money too.

7. Themes and Colour SchemesFlowers, stationery, table linen and even thewedding cake can all designed to complementone another and co-ordinate your wedding look.If you need ideas, look at the season, or yourwedding month will also offer a variety ofseasonal flowers, which can inspire your scheme.

8. Do Your ResearchPrices and quality of service can vary hugelyand the selection can be overwhelming. Go onreferrals or friends' experiences - these providethe safest choices.

9. Setting the PaceThink about the pace of the day. Ideally, youwould like it to last as long as possible but asuccessful wedding is one that flows and whereyour guests never get bored, hungry or thirsty.

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Tailor Made Wedding Packagaes available*All offers available on production of this advert*


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Surprise your Valentine with GHDStraightening IronsLadies - book your appointment early forValentine’s dayBook the man in your life a pre-Valentine’sMakeover

Visit Lawlors for a Professional Consultation andHaircare advice on your first appointment

Tel: 0161 728 3773 7a Barton Road, Worsley, M28 2PD

Open 5 days a week – Tuesday to Saturday - late night Tue & Thu to 8pm



Laser Teeth Whiteningby a

Qualified Dental Nurse

Just £99Mobile - home visits available

The Lounge, Hazelhurst Road, Worsley

Tel: 07720 322044www.lasertoothfairy.co.uk

Par�es, Weddings, Corporate Events orIndividual Gi�s, A Chocolate Explosionwill fit the bill. Custom made with a

variety of confec�onery.

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WEDDING FAYRES

County Brides has everything you will need for the perfect county wedding.

Our website is packed with ideas and information for the modern bride and groom.

Visit www.countybrides.com where you can see all the best wedding

fayres are throughout 2011.

Also you can WIN OVER £30,000 worth of competitions towards your big day!

Visit our 2011 Wedding Fayres at:

For more information about the County Brides’Wedding Fayres please visit:

www.countybrides.com or call us on: 01942 270777

6TH FEBRUARY 2011

Hilton Liverpool

3 Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool

L1 8LW

12-4pm (Free entry)

27TH FEBRUARY 2011

Holiday Inn Manchester Airport

Altrincham Road, Manchester

SK9 4LR

12-4pm (Free entry)

6TH MARCH 2011

Runway Visitor Park

Manchester Airport WA15 8XQ

11am-4pm

(£3 entry inc 2 hours parking)

13TH MARCH

Daresbury Park

Daresbury Park, Daresbury,

Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 4BB

12-4pm (Free entry)

20TH MARCH 2011

Worsley Park, Hotel

& Country Club

Worsley Park, Manchester M28 2QT

12-4pm (£3 entry)

27TH MARCH 2011

Copthorne Hotel Manchester

Clippers Quay, Salford Quays

Manchester M50 3SN

12-4pm (Free entry)

2011


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County Brides is also proud to announce that it will be presenting

a spectacular wedding fayre extravaganza on:

Sunday 6th March 2011 - 11am-4pmRunway Visitor Park, Manchester Airport WA15 8XQ

(£3 entry inc 2 hours parking)

The show will include:

And much more...


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Steak and a Slurp for £14.95!Steak and a glass of wine or bottle of beer for only £14.95 on Wednesdays or Thursdaysduring February

Call now to reserve your table & quote “Steak Offer” when bookingand please bring this voucher with you to your meal

Tel: 0161 799 8181Terms & Conditions:� Table must be pre-booked � Cannot be used in conjunction with another offer� Excludes Valentines day and special events nights� Management reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time Br

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Planning a romantic dinner? What better way to start theevening, than with a Champagne Cocktail!

Valentine’s Cocktails

RASPBERRY PROSECCO COCKTAILA pint of fresh, sweet raspberriesGood quality honeyDash of brandyItalian Prosecco

Take the raspberries and muddle them with the honey to taste, a dash ofbrandy and a pinch of sugar. Pour into your glasses and top with some ItalianProsecco. Float a berry or two on top with a sprig of mint and you're ready forromance.You can also make this with blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or peaches, but raspberries are the perfect match.

CLASSIC CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL1 sugar cubeDash Angostura bittersDash of brandyChampagne

Add the sugar cube in the bottom of a champagne flute, add a dash ofAngostura bitters to cover the sugar and then add a dash of brandy. Fillto the top with champagne and enjoy!If you don’t like brandy or prefer a lighter cocktail, just leave the brandy out.

KIR ROYALE1 part crème de cassis4 parts champagne

Pour the iced champagne into a chilled flute glass. Slowly add thecrème de cassis so that it gently mingles with the champagne resulting in a pale pink blush. Serve with a twist of lemon.For Kir, substitute white wine for the champagneFor Kir Imperiale, use only the best Dom Perignon!


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Tel: 0161 799 7651161 Greenleach Lane, Roe Green, Worsley, M28 2RSOpen: Tue 10am-6pm � Wed 10am-8pm � Thu 10am-8pm

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Polo HousePolo House and Polo Black will be like nothing Manchester has seenbefore. The three venues, in the cosmopolitan heart of Manchester, thestockbroker belt of Cheshire and in the tranquil village of Worsley, all stillunder wraps, will astound you with its interior beauty and captivate yoursoul through its diverse palette of modern, eclectic, European cuisine.

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What’s OnFEBRUARY & MARCH

WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENSGUILDWorsley Court HouseJoin us for our monthly meeting.Our guest speaker is Mr Tomlinsonfrom Warbutons Bread.Mon 7th FebruaryCome along to our AGM where wewill have a surprise guest speakerand cheese and wine!Mon 7th March7.30pm£1.50 includes tea & biscuitsSheila Mayall - 0161 799 1845

INDOOR KURLINGWorsley Methodist Church Hall“New Age Kurling” indoors. Noexperience necessary. Ideal forpeople with limited mobility. Allwelcome, wheelchair access.Wed 16th FebruaryWed 2nd & 16th March2.00 - 4.00pm£1.00Charles Ogden - 0161 790 2125

P.A.C.T MEETINGS(Police and Communities Together)An opportunity for residents to letofficers know what they feel are thepriorities that need to be focusedon for that month.

Worsley Village LibraryFri 18th February (10am–11am)Fri 18th March (10am–11am)

St. Andrews C of E, BoothstownTue 15th February (6pm-7pm)Tue 29th March (6pm-7pm)

COMMUNITY POLICE SURGERIESDrop in and chat about any issuesconcerning yourself or the community

The Hollies Moorfield CloseTue 22nd Feb (1.30pm–2.30pm)Tue 15th March (1.30pm–2.30pm)

Boothstown Methodist ChurchTue 8th & 22nd FebruaryTue 8th & 22nd March(11.30am-12.30pm)

Neighbourhood Police TeamTel: 0161 856 5284

Community Events TEA DANCEWorsley Methodist Church Hall,Barton RoadTea Dances with a professionalleader. Everyone welcome, frombeginner to expert.Tue 22nd Feb & 22nd March2.00 - 4.00pm£3.00 (includes refreshments)Charles Ogden - 0161 790 2125

COMMUNITY COMMITTEEMEETINGVenue TBAWorsley & Boothstown openmeeting where local residents caninfluence decisions about theirneighbourhoods.Wed 23rd March7.00pmTony Walsh - 0161 790 4562

ST MARK'S CHURCH CMS FAIRSt Mark's C.E. Primary SchoolJoin in the activities and help raisefunds for the Church MissionarySociety. There will be various stalls,raffles and refreshments.Sat 26th MarchTime: TBATel: 0161 790 3423

CLASSIC FILM, BUFFET AND TEADANCELowry Outlet MallThe day starts at 10.30am withrefreshments, before a screening ofa classic film at Vue Cinema. After abuffet lunch, there is a tea dancewith live band. The day ends at 4pmand includes a free prize draw and aDiscount Voucher Booklet givingyou 10% off shopping in moststores. Many large social groupsbook onto the Special Group Days,but everyone is welcome and thereis no minimum group size.Wed 9th February(Three Coins in the Fountain)Wed 16th March (Singing in the Rain)10.30am to 16.00pm£10.00 per personRosie - 0161 848 1812

Days Out & Exhibitions

THE BIRTH OF BRITISH ROCK:PHOTOGRAPHS BY HARRYHAMMONDThe LowryStarting in the late 1940s, HarryHammond captured the definitiveimages of virtually every leadingBritish musician, as well as those ofmany visiting American artists.From Cliff Richard to The Beatles,Shirley Bassey to Dusty Springfield,First circulated through New MusicExpress (NME), his work has set thestandard of pop photography forthe following generations.This exhibition will comprise of overeighty photographs which take usback to the birth of British Rock.Now until Sun 10th AprilTel: 0843 208 6000

AN OCEAN APART:CHILD EVACUEES IN THE SECONDWORLD WARImperial War Museum NorthThis small, emotive display forfamilies will look at the experiencesof children who were evacuatedoverseas during the Second WorldWar. Discover exceptional, real lifestories from Imperial War Museum’svast collection. Explore what it waslike to be evacuated thousands ofmiles from home during wartime,without today’s technology to keepin touch.Take part in a range ofhands on activities, all free andgreat for families and children.Sat 12th March to 25th Sept 2011Tel: 0161 836 4000

LIAM SPENCER:PAINTING FROM LIFESalford Museum & Art GalleryLiam Spencer is one of the NorthWest’s most successful artists. Hispaintings investigate both urbanand rural landscape from Manchester,Salford and Rossendale, to NewYork and Beijing. This exhibitionfeatures paintings from the past twodecades, including Spencer’s earlywork and the panoramic landscapesfor which he is well-known.26th March to 3rd July 2011Tel: 0161 778 0800

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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

CRAZY CARSWorsley WoodsPractice your skills in racing cars inthe woodland and watch out for therabbits! Meet at Sefton Drive entrance,near the children's playground.Sat 12th February1.00- 3.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

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. Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrsFri 18th February & 18th March10.15 – 11.00am£3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents)Tel: 0843 208 6000

KINGFISHER KIDSClifton Country ParkMeet at the Visitor Centre. Activitiesfor families with children aged 5-12.Outdoors and indoors so wearappropriate clothes for the weather.Sat 19th February & 19th March2.00 - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

JO JINGLES: ANIMAL ANTICSImperial War Museum NorthJoin our FREE activities with JoJingles, the UK and Ireland’s leadingprovider of music, singing andmovement sessions. Starting withinteractive storytelling, each sessionwill be themed to different animals(Ideal for children under 5 years)Sat 19th, Tue 22nd, Thu 24th &Thu 26th February2.00pm – 3.00pmTel: 0161 836 4000

Kids ActivitiesCELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEARJoin the Jin Long Centre on TheOrient Main Stage and enjoy anauthentic taste of Chinese arts andculture. Together we’ll celebrate theChinese New Year with traditionalcostumed Lion Dances, DragonDances, Kung Fu performances andamazing Chinese acrobatics. Thiscolourful show is packed full of fun,excitement and finesse, perfectentertainment for the whole family!Sat 12th February1.00 - 4.00pmFreewww.traffordcentre.co.uk/whatson/

CONNECT TREASURE HUNTRoe Green ChurchHunt around the green and solvethe clues to unlock your prize.Meet in Roe Green church hall tostart the hunt. Children must beaccompanied by adults.CONNECT is a series of events runby ROE GREEN CHURCH giving youthe chance to connect with yourfamily & achieve challenges together.Sat 26th February3.00 - 4.30pm£3 entry per teamIan Ley: 07813 923328

FREE FAMILY SUNDAYThe LowryJoin us in the Galleries on the lastSunday of every month where you’lldiscover fun art and drama activitiesinspired by our current exhibitions.Suitable for ages 5 – 11.Sun 27th FebruarySun 27th March11.00am – 3.00pm (Drop in)FREETel: 0843 208 6000

WOODLAND WANDERINGWorsley WoodsTest your navigation skills onWorsley Woods new orienteeringcourse. Fun for all the family! Meetat children's playground near SeftonDrive entrance to collect your map.Sat 5th March10.00am - 12.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

LOUBY LOU CLOWN SHOWThe Trafford CentreJoin Louby Lou and her clown showon The Orient Main Stage for lots offun and giggles. Expect comedymagic, and balloon modelling.Dance along and join in!Mon 21st February12.00 noon, 1.30pm & 3.00pmFreewww.traffordcentre.co.uk/whatson/

LOWRY OUTLET MALL: THE LOSTWORLD OF ADVENTURES12th to 27th February

The Lost World QuestsJoin Indiana Bones to win prizes andhunt for dinosaur bones, build agiant dinosaur or race against himon giant dino-feet!Sat 12th February11am to 4pm

Jurassic Balloon ModellingSun 13th February, 11am to 4pm

Build your own DinosaurBuild & Decorate your own 3DDinosaur model to take home!Wed 16th & Thu 17th FebruaryWed 23rd & Thu 24th February11am to 4pm

Reptile ExperienceCome along and meet some real lifecreepy crawlies! From crawlingtarantulas to slithering snakes.Fri 18th February, 11am to 4pm

Meet our 6ft StegosaurusCome and meet our 6ft life-like,fully animatronic Stegosaurus! Plus,handle real Lost World artefacts andjoin in craft workshops with theManchester Museum to discovermore about the Lost World.Sat 19th & 26th February12pm & 2pm

Jurassic Face PaintingSun 20th & 27th February11am to 4pm

All events are FREETel: 0161 848 1850

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WEDDING EXHIBITIONThe Trafford CentreHere, you'll find experts available foradvice and information on everythingyou need to make your perfect daycomplete. From bridal wear to beauty,car hire to catering. Selected weddingsuppliers will be situated in a superbheated marquee on the Regent 13car park, just outside Debenhams.The Orient Main Stage will betransformed into a fantastic bridalsetting with catwalk showsthroughout each day.Sat 19th & Sun 20th February10.00 am-5.00pmFree Entrancewww.traffordcentre.co.uk/whatson/weddingfair11

WEDDING FAYREWorsley Golf Club, MontonJoin us in the Club House where youwill find the best of local weddingservices offering everything frombridal wear to limousines all underone roof. They will be happy to helpyou with any aspect of planningyour big day. You will also have theopportunity to look around ourclubhouse which has been the siteof many successful happy occasions.Sun 20th FebruaryFree entry11.00am - 4.00pmTel: 0161 789 4202

COUNTY BRIDES WEDDING FAYREWorsley ParkOver 30 exhibitors from the NorthWest to help you plan your specialday. Two stunning catwalk shows,with wedding dresses, mother ofthe bride outfits, bridesmaid dressesand suits for the groom.Free Prize Draw20th March12.00 to 4.00pm£3 EntranceTel: 01942 270777

STEPPING STONES WALKClifton Country ParkA step beyond a Health Walk. Formore confident walkers who wantto explore the valley. Some unevenpaths and steps.Wed 9th February10.00am - 12.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

WORSLEY WOODS ACTION DAYMeet at Beesley Green entranceCome and help the ranger improvethe woodland with practicalconservation tasks. All tools provided,no experience necessary.Sat 12th FebruaryTue 8th March10.00am - 12.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

COALMINES TO COUNTRY PARKClifton Country ParkHave a look at the fascinating historyand development of Clifton CountryPark. Meet at the visitors centre.Sun 27th February2.00pm - 3.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

HEDGELAYING COMPETITIONBlackleach Country ParkCome and try your hand at thistraditional craft in our annualhedgelaying competition! Noexperience necessary. Meet at thevisitor's centre.Sun 27th February11.00am - 3.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

ART IN THE PARKBlackleach Country ParkJoin local artists and improve yourartistic skills. Meet at visitors centre.Sat 12th March2.00 - 4.00pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

SIGNS OF SPRINGClifton Country ParkLet's have a look at the CountryPark as a new year starts to unfold.Meet at the visitors centre.Sun 27th March2.00 - 3.30pmFreeTel: 0161 793 4219

FARMERS MARKETEccles Shopping CentreHomemade sausages, salami, dairyproducts, preserves and lots more!Sat 19th February & 19th March9.30am - 2.00pmFree entryTel: 0161 707 3058

BLOOD BROTHERSMulti-award-winning Blood Brothers,tells the captivating and moving taleof twins who, separated at birth,grow up on opposite sides of thetracks, only to meet again withtragic consequences. Accompaniedby a superb score and showstopperssuch as Bright New Day, MarilynMonroe and Tell Me It’s Not True.Mon 21st - Sat 26th February7.30pm,(Wed & Sat matinees 2.00pm)£23.00 - £35.00Tel: 0843 208 6000

VALENTINO NIGHTEllesmere Sports ClubA romantic evening with dinner,drinks and dancing!Sat 12th February£10.00Tel: 0161 790 2376

ST PATRICK'S NIGHTEllesmere Sports ClubCelebrate St Patrick’s Day with a funevening of Irish Stew and disco!Fri 18th March£5.00Tel: 0161 790 2376

TAKE THAT TRIBUTE NIGHTWorsley Park invites you to......Take That Again!! Price includes a 3course dinner, tribute act and danc-ing till late. Tickets are selling fast!Fri 18th March7.00pm til late£32.00ppTel: 0161 975 7159

Details are correct at the time ofpublishing. However, it is advisable tocheck event dates and times with the

venue in case of changes.

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WOODS & PARKSMon 14th February, 1.00 - 3.00pmI LOVE MY PARKParr Fold Park, WalkdenA chance to try out skateboarding,multi sports, test your fitness on thegym equipment and enjoy the park.Pedal away and earn yourself a freepedal powered fruit smoothie on the'Smoothi Bike!' Please note thatsigned consent forms are requiredand can be obtained from [email protected] 808005 [email protected] 0161 799 6674

Wed 16th February, 2.00 - 3.30pmHELP THE BIRDSBlackleach Country Park, WalkdenAs part of National Nest Box Weekcome along and have a go at making boxes and feeders for thebirds this winter. Suitable for chil-dren aged between 5 and 12. Meet at the visitors centre.

Thu 17th February, 12.30 - 2.30pmEVER MADE AN OWL BOX?Worsley WoodsWell now's your time to try, join theranger in making a home for thesemarvellous birds and learn aboutthem on the woodland owl trail.Meet at Sefton Drive entrance, nearthe children's playground.

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Half Term ActivitiesMULTISPORTS AND ARTS & CRAFTSWALKDEN HIGH SCHOOL

Mon 14th - Fri 18th February, 11.00am - 4.00pmFree action packed fun for boys and girls aged 8-16 years.Please bring your own packed lunch.

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All activities are FREERichard Brown, Senior Sports Development Officer Tel: 0161 778 0778

SALFORD MUSEUM & ART GALLERYTue 15th February, 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 2.30pmCREATE A FABRIC PICTUREBe inspired by the work in the ‘Ten Plus Textiles’ exhibitionand create a collage using different fabrics.

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Secrets of Middlewood - Part II

… of Emperors,Kings, Dukesand Earls

It seems hard to believe in the present day,but Worsley in the 19th and early 20thcenturies was a popular social destination,not only for our own royalty , but also forthe crowned heads of Europe.

The magnet for this attraction was the localaristocracy, initially the “Canal Duke”, theDuke of Bridgewater and later his heirs, theEgerton family the Earls of Ellesmere. Suchwas their wealth and prestige, stemmingfrom their ownership of the coal mines andCanal, not to mention vast acreages of land,that they could afford to entertain thehighest in the land in style.

The initial wealth was built by the Duke withhis ambitious development of his assets.However, his original inheritance of WorsleyOld Hall as a residence was considered toosmall and outdated so in 1759, around thetime that his famous canal was built, theDuke ordered the construction of “The BrickHall” - an elegant 3 storey building in the new“Georgian” style, facing south overlookingthe canal, in what is now Middlewood.

The Duke had just a suite of rooms at thenew Hall for when he visited Worsley anddescribed the Hall as his “Steward’s house”.John Gilbert, who administered the Worsleyestates for the Duke, was installed there.

1n 1795, Gilbert died and the administrationand tenancy were passed onto his son until1803 when the old Duke died. The Duke’sWill stipulated that his estates, mines andthe Canal should form the Bridgewater Trustand be administered by a Superintendent

Trustee, Robert Haldane Bradshaw, whothen resided at the Hall until 1833. The Halland all its estates were inherited by LordFrancis Egerton, a distant relation of the“Canal Duke”, and he was “forced to resign”.

In 1837, four years after he inherited theWorsley estates, Lord Francis Egerton arrivedto take up residence. He soon decided boththe Old Hall and Brick Hall lacked the grandeurbefitting his position and commissioned thefamous architect Sir Edward Blore to designa new hall that would celebrate the fashionableVictorian Gothic style and provide for hisambitions to provide hospitality to the greatand the good.

Completed in 1846, the New Hall was almostseven years in the making. It was a vastfour-storey mansion garnished with pinnacles,turrets and towers and surrounded bystables and outbuildings over a spaciouslevelled area. The Brick Hall was then totallydemolished.

The interior of the New Hall was as grand asits exterior. Adorned by the work of fashionableartists of the day, the finest wood carvingsand fittings garnered from other statelyhomes of much longer lineage.

Worsley New Hall 1846-1949

Worsley New Hall overlooking the Lake (photo from “daveweb.co.uk”

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Built on the highest point of land south ofLeigh Road, the Hall was approached by achoice of three drives:-� Through a Lodge and great wrought-iron

gates opposite St Mark’s Church (the lattercan now be seen further along Leigh Road)

� Via a bridge over Leigh Road from the Old Hall (the piers still exist)

� From the Lodge and Kitchen Garden whichstill exist and form the Garden Centre.

One of the glories of the Hall, which havesadly vanished, were its gardens. They sweptdown from the terrace and sloped down toa beautiful lake, complete with an islandand romantic “folly” causeway.

So grand was the Hall and so respected theowners for their hospitality that it enjoyedmany eminent visitors:- � Queen Victoria visited in 1851 and 1857 � The Prince and Princess of Wales came in

1869 and again in 1909 as King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra.

� The Crown Prince of Germany and EmpressEugenie were also guests.

In 1914, at the outbreak of war, the Hall wasoffered to the army and used as a hospitalfor officers. The Egerton/Ellesmere familyleft the area permanently and severed thearistocratic link with Worsley.

The Fourth Earl sold the estates in 1923 tothe newly-formed Bridgewater Estates Limited for £3.3m (probably hundreds ofmillions at present-day values!). In the following years the new owners attemptedto sell the Hall, without success.

In the Second World War, used again by themilitary, providing temporary quarters forevacuees from Dunkirk, then as a home forthe 218th Battalion of the LancashireFusiliers until 1942. In 1943, the top floorwas damaged by fire after which it was usedto billet American soldiers awaiting the D-Day landings.

Those were the last occupants as, riddledwith dry rot and undermined by subsidenceby the very mines which had brought its former owners great wealth, it was condemned to demolition.

It was sold for a mere £2,500 to a Mr Littler,a scrap merchant, who began demolition in1946 and completed it in 1949. What became of its precious wood carvings andother riches is not known.

The building itself was razed to the groundbut, there is still much to be found in the“jungle” which has grown over the site.Apart from easily-found remains such as thegarden centre Lodge and Kitchen Garden,there are boundary walls and portals, stoneterraces on which the Hall stood, the Lakeand folly remains and, of course the greatgates on Leigh Road. No doubt the BBC’s“Time Team” could make a great programmeon the “Two Lost Halls of Worsley”

Written by John Kirwin

with acknowledgements to:-“The History of Worsley” and “Daveweb.co.uk”

Please note: the paths around Middlewood are currentlybeing renewed and temporarily closed to the public.E&OE

The Lodge at Worsley Garden CentreEntrance Gates to former Worsley New Hall, Leigh RoadThe Lake south of the Hall


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Saying Goodbye: Local Bereavement SupportWhen someone you love dies there are many sorrows andalso many “firsts” to be endured. The first Christmas, the firstbirthday, the first anniversary, to name but a few. Christmasand New Year can be particularly poignant. The whole worldseems to be celebrating except you, making your sorrowworse. You don’t want to upset anyone by being sad but it’sdifficult to feel anything else.

It is hard to know where to turn. Today, families are oftensmaller, sons and daughters have moved away. Clergymen,Doctors all seem too busy to help. So who has the time tospare to listen? Who understands the sadness that you feel?

Perhaps the group that meets at Holy Cross Hall could help.We have all lost a loved one and know perhaps how you feel.Everyone’s loss is different yet in some way the same. We arewilling to help and listen.If you want to share your feelings,come and join us on the first `Tuesday of the month.

Holy Cross hall is behind the church on Liverpool Road, justby Patricroft Bridge. We are there the first Tuesday of eachmonth, 10am-12pm. We would love to see you.

Dog walking!Cats & small pet feeding!The better alternativeto kennels & catteries!

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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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Dialling code for all contact numbers is 0161

On Our DoorstepApr - May 11 issueCopy Deadline is

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David Nugent & Co202 Mosley Common RoadWorsley, M28 1AF0161 790 0002

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES& CLASSESAqua Babieswww.aquababies.co.uk0161 973 1931

Urban Stagewww.urbanstage.co.uk0161 211 9955

DELIS &CONFECTIONERYIvy Deli226 Monton Road, Monton, M30 9LJ0161 281 3456

My Chocolate Explosionwww.mychocolateexplosion.co.uk0161 799 0670

HAIR & BEAUTYHair Eden117 Greenleach Lane, Roe Green,M28 2RS0161 790 3434

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Lawlors7A Barton Rd, Worsley, M28 2PD0161 728 3773

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Peake Health202 Moorside Road, Swinton, M27 9LE0161 211 1292

Svelte Body7B Moorfield Road, Worsley, M27 0FL07961 228 824

Worsley PhysioForrester Street, Roe Green, M28 2JL0161 702 9474

HOUSE & HOMEA J Prady, Painter & Decorator75 Eccles Road, Swinton, M27 5GB0161 793 8230

Maid2Cleanwww.maid2clean.co.uk/northman-chester0800 043 9348

Paul AnthonyBridgewater Mill, Legh St, Patricroft,Eccles, M30 0UT0161 787 9214

HOUSINGDEVELOPMENTSBardsley - The BoatyardOff The Moorings, Worsley, M28 2QE0161 330 4444

IT SERVICESCTM CommunicationsOffice 1, Ellenbrook Village Centre,Morston Close, M28 1PB0161 702 7027

PET SERVICESBarking Madwww.barkingmad.uk.com01942 818833

Pet Palswww.petpals.com0161 794 4485

RESTAURANTSGrenache15 Bridgewater Rd, Walkden,M28 3JE0161 799 8181

La Perla4 Garrett Hall Road, Worsley, M28 1AW0161 799 2266

Passage to India168 Monton Road, Monton, M30 9GA0161 787 7546

Polo House0161 865 4789

SCHOOLS & NURSERIESBridgewater SchoolDrywood Hall, Worsley Road,Worsley, M28 2WQ0161 794 1463

Fledglings2 Hazlefields, Worsley, M28 2LS0161 281 2821

SPORTS CLUBSEllesmere Sports ClubWalkden Road, Worsley, M28 2RZ0161 790 2376

Worsley Golf ClubStableford Avenue, Monton Green,M30 8AP0161 789 4202

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