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Welcome to the 24th edition of the Rixton-with-Glazebrook’s ‘in the know’ newsletter produced by the Hamilton Davies Trust and distributed voluntarily by local residents - many thanks to them. Parish Plan Action Groups have been actively attending meetings and turning plans into actions - for updates see p.8. Youth groups, 01925 813298 01925 dance and fitness classes and activities for the more mature 667549 07511

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CONTENTS Introduction 2 Linda Ogden Neil Fairfax Marilyn Lowe Helen Weight The Ranger Carol Richardson Jackie Bellfield Rev. Brenda Jeffrey Linda Ogden Debbie Williams Syd Walker Debbie Williams Young Gladys John Gildea Rev. Christine Smith Alan Domville Stuart Wraith Jeff Butler Karen Ward McCarthy Tony Cllr. Reception Mike and Neal Michele News and Announcements 3 - 4 Achievements, Highlights, Successes 5 - 7 Parish Plan updates 8 Community Involvement 9 (Leisure Centre)

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Changes are afoot at The Rhinewood Hotel in Glazebrook. To view the planning application visit http://www.warrington.gov.uk/planning then insert planning application No. 2014/24573 and click the search button. Your HS2 Action Group have been working closely with other action groups along the route, particularly neighbouring groups in 0161 775 2935 0161 775 2802 0161 775 5600 01925 813298 074636 24773 01925 733836 08452 414311 0161 777 8484 0161 775 4372 0161 775 9360 0161 775 3538 0161 775 6843 0161 775 9934 0161 775 0524 07427 448026 0161 777 8921 0161 775 7248 Culcheth, Lymm and Warburton, and have also been working with 0161 775 4925 07703 449667 0161 775 2842 0161 775 4134 363831 07711 07594 954647 Warrington Borough Council and HS2 Ltd. They said: “We have agreed to be part of a HS2 Liaison Group that the Council are intending to facilitate, who’s aims are to try and get the best possible deal for Warrington if HS2 is to proceed. Since the publication of Lord Higgins report HS2 Plus we believe the final decision on the route will now be delayed until next year, this only increases the blight period people will suffer and this is a concern for us all. We would like to extend our thanks to Ken Tinsley and pass condolences to his family as Ken sadly passed away recently. Ken was an avid supporter of the Action Group, helping to distribute forms and Kelly Pendlebury Denise Shaw Margery Green Joan Hill Leanne Sheehy Alan Domville Karen Bradbury Pete Higson Albert Phoenix Ray Jeffrey Peter Dodd Ann Farrin Judith Barnard Rachelle Samuel Barker Anja Brooks Harold Bate Jonathan Ridge Doreen Herridge Reception Reception Nelson Lynn Austin Lynn leaflets and getting a significant number of consultation response forms completed and sent in.” You can keep up to date with your HS2 Action Group by subscribing to receive their newsletter by emailing [email protected] or by visiting http://www.warringtonstophs2 or their Facebook page CONTACT DIRECTORY CONTACT warringtonstophs2 or on Twitter @warringtonhs2 Glazebrook Post Office is now open on Wednesday afternoons - see p.18 for opening times. Peter is closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. 2015 diaries and calenders are now in stock. Thanks to local residents the ‘Shine the Light’ group is now formed and making steps towards their aim to gently uplight the Parish War Memorial in Hollins Green so it can proudly be seen both night and day. A talk by Keith Thompson, called ‘Looking for Jack’, is being held on 6th November to raise funds towards the project - see p. 14. ‘We Will Remember Them’ Remembrance Service on Sunday 9th November 9.45am, St. Helen’s Church, Hollins Green. See Parish Councillor Liz Clarke’s message All Creatures Veterinary Centre All Creatures Veterinary Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled Chapel Crafts Chill and Chat Social Handicraft Session Fitness Class C.E. Church Friends of St. Helen’s C.E. School Friends of St. Helen’s Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery Glazebrook Badminton Club Glazebrook Methodist Church Glazebrook Post Office Action Group Glazebrook Residents’ Institute Glazebrook Women’s Art Class Hollins Green Hollins Green Beavers Hollins Green Cubs Hollins Green Indoor Bowling Hollins Green Scouts Hollins Green Sequence Dancing Hollybank Caravan Park Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre Karate Cafe LA on p.22 for more details. 30 3

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Hollinfare Cemetery has been awarded a Green Flag for a third year running. Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery wish to thank all volunteers and supporters who have enabled the continous improvements. Stone steps have now been built to assist visitors in accessing the gateside plot with pathway to follow. The Cubs Remembrance Garden is now taking shape and planting will be completed soon. More volunteers Sunday are always welcome, especially during November and February action days when autumn leaves carpet the ground - see p.14-17. 667549 07511 0161 222 4444 0161 775 1314 The Community Hall committee would like to thank Gemma Taylor

for taking on the role of Treasurer. To book the hall for an event, Saturday activity, meeting or party contact Bookings Manager Debbie Williams on [email protected] or 07511 667549. Fitness Classes held at the Community Hall are proving popular with both men and women of various ages and fitness levels - see p.12. Friday 19.00 - 20.45

Rangers are busy doing a great job of maintaining the Rixton Claypits 0161 775 2263 Harry Hunt Debbie Williams Leanne German Colette Fairfax 07870 966217 Paul Ogden 0161 9360 775 0161 775 Domville Alan 2340 Mike and Neal Nature Reserve - a Site of Special Scientific Interest. On Sunday 21st December 1.30pm - 3pm they are holding a free Scrub Bash

(small trees and bushes clearance) as part of a three year project in Thursday 18.30 - 20.00 order to reclaim areas of once wildflower rich meadow and several shaded out ponds. If you fancy a go at a bit of hard graft and doing a little bit towards the conservation of a protected species you are

welcome to go along and lend a hand. Meet at the Ranger Centre off Hall

Manchester Road, Rixton, WA3 6EB. Wednesday The Village Green, Manchester Road, Hollins Green. WA3 6JT Green, Manchester Road, Hollins Green. WA3 The Village FREE LOCAL 2 HOUR HEARTSTART COURSES Free training of British Heart Foundation’s ‘Heartstart’ emergency life support. Regular courses are held at Irlam Fire Station and the Tuesday following have been planned: 18.30 - 19.30 Saturday 15th November 2014, 24th January 2015, 14th March 2015 Additional courses can be arranged for sports/community/social groups. If interested in registering for training or in finding out how to become a First Responder contact Keith Hanson on or email Monday 0161 776 2371 19.00 - 19.45 The following community facilities are available to hire for a celebration, function function celebration, a for hire to available are facilities community following The meeting: or activity Glazebrook Methodist Church Hall Rixton-with-Glazebrook Community Hall The Black Swan The Scout Centre Rixton Methodist Church Church House St. Helen’s Olde Red Lion Ye Phone contacts above for availabilty and hire charges. www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net visit: offer to has venue each what on details For Zumba Style Exercise Hollins Green Beavers Hollins Green Cubs Hollins Green Scouts [email protected]. Visit: www.nwas-responders.info THE SCOUT CENTRE Public Accessible Defibrillator at The Community Hall for use by the community and Parish visitors in a medical emergency via 999. 4 29

ACHIEVEMENTS, HIGHLIGHTS, SUCCESSES The Rixton with Glazebrook Carnival Committee would like to express their thanks to the residents of the parish for their support of the Carnival in June 2014. They said: “The staging of such an event naturally required kind financial donations from several funders, who we are indebted to. In addition, numerous volunteers donated their time Sunday to help the Carnival run smoothly and without their support we would not have been able to hold the event. Many local groups hosted stalls and raised funds to support the good work they do in our parish. It was brilliant to see so many people having fun on Hollinfare Village Green, photographs from the day can be found on rixtonwithglazebrook.net.” Saturday Such was the positive feedback from the event, the committee are now in the process of organising next year’s Carnival, to be held on Saturday 27th June 2015; please make a note! Already they have over £2,000 in the pot for the event, raised from raffle and stalls. Updates of the Friday

09.15 - 12.15 programme will be provided in the Spring edition of ‘in the know’ and Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JZ Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 on rixtonwithglazebrook.net.” If you enjoyed yourself at the last Carnival and would like to get involved with the 2015 event, please contact Neil Fairfax on 0161 777 6957 or at [email protected] Thursday 09.15 - 12.15 13.30 - 15.30 14.00 - 16.00 20.00 - 22.30 18:00 - 18.45 A packed St. Helen’s Church enjoyed a performance by Salford (see p.23 for dates and times)

Royal Choir. An interesting talk was also given by Rev John Macaulay on the many changes within the Church of England during his 50 years ministry. Sunday School welcomed more new pupils - contact Every 2nd Wednesday of each month from 14.00 - 16.30 Every 2nd Wednesday Every last Wednesday of each month from 14.00 - 16.00 Every last Wednesday Every 3rd Thursday of each month 19.45 onwards (except August) Every 3rd Thursday of each month 19.45 onwards (except Alan Domville on 0161 775 9360. Friends of St. Helen’s Church held 09.15 - 12.15 14.00 - 16.30 19.30 - 22.00 Wednesday a successful exhibition of memorabilia to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War. The church bells tolled as all those

from the village who died in the conflict were remembered by name. Every 3rd Saturday each month 20.00 - 23.00 (except July and August) Every 3rd Saturday each month 20.00 - 23.00 (except July and

attended a weekend camp where Hollins Green Scouts and Cubs Tuesday

09.15 - 12.15 17.45 - 18.45 20.00 - 22.30 19:00 - 19.45 they enjoyed archery and orienteering as well as many other activities. Well done to the six cubs who received their ‘backwoods cooking badge’ and ‘hikes away badge’ following a survival skills competition during which they had to build a shelter, make a fire and cook over Monday

09.15 - 12.15 19.30 - 22.30 14.00 - 16.30 the fire. They are now working towards their challenge awards and RIXTON-WITH-GLAZEBROOK COMMUNITY HALL HALL COMMUNITY RIXTON-WITH-GLAZEBROOK Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-School Karate Fitness Class Art Class Hollins Green Hollins Green Sequence Dancing Rixton-with-Glazebrook Thursday Club Hollins Green Indoor Bowling Parish Council Social Dance Institute Womens WI Craft Session Community Library Book Exchange looking forward to their ‘movie night’. Congratulations to the four Cubs who were recently invested. Cubs have places available for boys and girls aged 8-10 years of age - for contact details see p.10. 28 5

ACHIEVEMENTS, HIGHLIGHTS, SUCCESSES The Rotary Club of Irlam will be bringing some Christmas cheer to our Parish with their Santa float once again this December - see p.15. Dates may alter, subject to weather conditions. Well done to Rixton Tennis Club’s mixed team who won Division 3 Sunday and have been promoted to Divison 2. See p.11 for details of the Club. Sunday 10.30 - 11.30 10.00 - 11.00 Parents and staff had tissues at the ready as Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school’s children gave an end of year performance at which children who were leaving sang the tear jerking ‘Going to School Together’ song. Many new families joined Pre-school during the Autumn Saturday Saturday term and all children have settled in really well and are enjoying the exciting range of activities on offer. As part of the Warrington Snowman Festival children will be making a pom-pom snowball. Pre-school wish to thank all who support them. For contact details see p.10. Friday Friday In July fourteen St. Helen’s School pupils conducted a moving leavers’ service in which they shared fond memories and hopes and dreams for the future. Twenty children started school in September. Warrington Borough Council have continued to develop the role of Safety Officers Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month 18.30 Every 1st Monday of each month 15.30 - 17.30 Every 2nd Tuesday of each month 19.30 - 21.30 Every 2nd Tuesday Thursday Thursday 19.30 - 22.30

and two pupils have been appointed as Officers for the school. As 5AY Glazebrook Lane, WA3 (see p.23 for dates and times)

well as leading assemblies and preparing a special notice board, they will be holding competitions to encourage children to consider the

implications of road safety and the importance of wearing appropriate 6HG Chapel Lane, Rixton WA3 clothing at night so they can be seen. Children in Year 5 successfully 09.30 - 11.30 Wednesday completed a Bikeability Training Course, a ‘Cycling Proficiency’ for the Wednesday 21st Century, giving them the skills and confidence to cycle safely in and around today’s modern roads and environment. Twenty five children in Key Stage 2 have been ‘early birds’ this term attending school

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at 8am every Tuesday to take part in fencing lessons. All children 18.30 - 19.30 received certificates at the end and those who have been taking part for the last four years were able to achieve the Platinum Award. All Creatures Vets raised £130 for Cat Rescue (CHAR) at our Carnival Monday and £240 for Manchester Dogs Home thanks to the support of clients. Monday Religious Worship Rixton Tots Bikers Church Chapel Crafts Messy Church Religious Worship Dancing Class Adult Tap Badminton Club Community Library Book Exchange RIXTON METHODIST CHURCH RIXTON GLAZEBROOK METHODIST CHURCH Fifty one dancers from Doreen’s Dance Class enjoyed a weekend in Llandudno and look forward to a Christmas Eve Dance and a three day break in 2015. 6 27

ACHIEVEMENTS, HIGHLIGHTS, SUCCESSES Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT) aims to provide continued and enhanced charitable support to the areas of Irlam and Cadishead and Rixton-with- Glazebrook. The main focus at present is the regeneration of Irlam and Cadishead and HDT is currently very busy with various projects such as Irlam Station and the Liverpool Road Street Scene. Since July 2014 Sunday Sunday

09.30 - 10.30 09.30 - 10.30 HDT has provided the following support to Rixton-with-Glazebrook: • a grant of £984.00 to Glazebrook Methodist Church to supply and fit a new community notice board • £200.00 to the Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery towards match funding for a tree sculpture to enhance the look of the cemetery Saturday Saturday • funding of £13,079.81 to the Rotary Club of Irlam to match the amount raised by Rotary in the previous year and to enable them to support even more local projects in the following year, which include the Rixton-with-Glazebrook area Friday Friday • support for group activities by leaflet and programme printing 09.00 - 15.30 07.45 - 09.00 15.15 - 18.00 including Hollins Green Community Shop, Pre-school, Glazebrook WI and Cadishead Band who entertain at various community events Birch Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JS Birch Road, Hollins Green WA3 • input of information onto rixtonwithglazebrook.net community website • continued publication of the ‘in the know’ newsletter 3 times a year Thursday Thursday 12.00 - 13.00 09.00 - 15.30 07.45 - 09.00 15.15 - 18.00 FACILITIES Community groups are encouraged to apply to HDT for help. For details on how to apply and for the latest news and grants awarded visit the new website www.hamiltondavies.org.uk re-launched in June 2014 or phone 0161 222 4003 or email [email protected] Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6LA Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 09.00 - 15.30 16.30 - 17.30 07.45 - 09.00 15.15 - 18.00 Wednesday Wednesday iTea and Biscuits Due to popular demand afternoon sessions from 1pm - 3pm were introduced in September, as well as the morning sessions from 10am - 12pm. Sessions are free and have proven to assist local residents Tuesday Tuesday 13.30 - 15.30 09.00 - 15.30 07.45 - 09.00 15.15 - 18.00 in developing their understanding of technology and its everyday practical uses, such as shopping and paying bills online. The next block of sessions commence on Thursday 29th January 2015. Contact David Taylor on 0161 222 4003 or [email protected]. Monday Monday HDT wish to thank the volunteers and businesses who support the 09.00 - 15.30 07.45 - 09.00 15.15 - 18.00 ST HELEN’S C.E. CHURCH Religious Worship Sunday School (3 - 14yr olds) Chill & Chat handicraft sessions Fusion Dance Class Breakfast Club WASPS After School Club WASPS ST. HELEN’S C.E. AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL AIDED PRIMARY HELEN’S C.E. ST. sessions by providing one to one support for learners. If you have IT skills and can give a little time to assist learners on either a one–off or regular basis during the sessions HDT would love to hear from you. 26 7

Rixton-with-Glazebrook Parish Plan Update POLICE COMMUNITY SUPPORT OFFICER (PCSO) With planning permission granted, renovation works have begun PCSO Bethan Roberts continues to patrol our village. Joint police on the Community Shop in readiness for a pre-Christmas opening. and local ward councillor surgeries provide opportunities for you The group were recently granted £9,500 from ‘Awards for All’ for to discuss any issues or concerns which are affecting you or your fridges and freezers. CV’s for interviews for Shop Manager and community - see diary dates. A monthly news bulletin is produced Shop Assistants are being shortlisted. The Shopping Group have by Cheshire Constabulary which highlights community engagement already received some offers of help, but need more support from and priority action taken in our area - visit www.cheshire.police. the community to help with painting and kitting out the shop interior uk then click on Warrington East > Rixton & Woolston or visit the and volunteering to help run the shop. If you can help or need police page on www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net. more information contact [email protected] or contact Residents can also sign up for Cheshire Police Alert, a community Helen or Pete - details below. messaging system, by visiting www.cheshirepolicealert.co.uk for more information and to register. By registering you receive news and The Look of the Parish Group and volunteers held another litter appeals, local crime information and crime prevention advice direct pick in July. Flower beds and additional planters around the Parish as an email, text or voice message. To contact Cheshire Police call have added some lovely summer colour and more bulbs being 101 - this is a non-emergency police number which should be used planted this autumn will add further swathes of colour in the Spring. to report less urgent crime, for general enquiries or to speak to a local Funding from Stronger Together was secured to purchase three dog officer. In an emergency dial999 . bag dispensers, which will soon be installed on Hollinfare Village IMPORTANT CONTACTS Green, near the front of School and Glazebrook Village Green. Non-emergency calls to Cheshire Police...... 101 Successful negotiations between the Getting Around Group and Crimestoppers...... 0800 555 111 First Manchester Buses have resulted in a half hourly bus service to Warrington Borough Council...... 01925 444400 and from Hollins Green stopping at the Trafford Centre on route to NHS Direct...... 111 Manchester. Following meetings over the past two years with WBC Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline...... 08454 04 05 06 Highways Department resurfacing, new gullies and pavement l clearance have taken place on Glazebrook Lane - A57 to Carlton Way. NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME If residents wish to know if there is a current scheme in their area The Recreation and Leisure Group held an enjoyable ‘Walk and they should contact Warrington East Neighbourhood Police Unit on Talk’ at Rixton Claypits, raising funds towards future projects. The 0845 458 6390 with their contact details and name of their road group have met with the Parish Council and WBC to present outline or email [email protected]. If you plans for improvements to Hollinfare Village Green and invite their are interested in becoming a Homewatch co-ordinator and would initial comments and concerns. An open consultation evening will like to chat to someone already in the role, you can contact Karen be held in 2015 to share proposed plans with local residents enabling Armstrong (co-ordinator) on [email protected] them to give feedback, ideas or voice any concerns. GOLDEN GATES HOUSING - Neighbourhood Housing Officer The next Parish Plan Group public meeting is on Wednesday 14th Deal with estate and tenancy management, anti social behaviour January, 7.30pm, Glazebrook Methodist Church - all welcome. and the reporting of hate crime. For any related enquiries or to Parish Plan Secretary - Helen Weight - 07530 895677 report repairs call 0800 252627 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm or email Parish Plan Chair - Pete Higson - [email protected] [email protected]. 8 25

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCILLORS updates COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Planned resurfacing work on Glazebrook Lane is now completed. We have been monitoring the Traffic Management Measures for Time to get involved? The following action groups welcome your help. Holly Bush Lane and the ensuing problems ever since the shooting club opened. There is a serious lack of visibility on turning from Holly Bush Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery aim to make the cemetery a place Lane onto the A57 and road geometry does not allow for improvement. in the community that we are all proud of. Volunteers are most welcome. Therefore the proposal was to make Holly Bush Lane ‘One Way’ All equipment is supplied - simply turn up on any of the action days

(northbound between Woodend Lane and Prospect Lane) in order between 10am - 2pm (see p.14 -17 for dates) or contact Pete Higson to prevent traffic from leaving Prospect Farm and travelling south on 0161 775 2802 or email [email protected]. to exit Holly Bush Lane onto the A57. This is timely as a number of The Friends also offer a Grave Tending Scheme for relatives of residents have alerted us to the fact that vehicles are still using this the bereaved who are unable to tend their loved ones graves. For route instead of Prospect Lane, as was made clear to the owners by more information contact Sheila Breese on 0161 775 5640. the Planning Inspector. Decision has been deferred. take up causes to promote We continue to report day to day issues that need attention, namely Glazebrook Residents’ Action Group the interests of Glazebrook and the village environment and host street sweeping, gulley emptying and jetting to clear obstructions, community events on Glazebrook Village Green. Contact Ann lighting and highway maintenance. Regular surgeries for residents Farrin on or email or the with council related or policing issues are held at St. Helen’s Church 0161 775 6843 [email protected] Chair Peter Fillery on or email House - see pages 14-17 for dates and times or contact us anytime. 01925 765708 [email protected]. Bill Brinksman 01925 821922 [email protected] The Rotary Club of Irlam welcome support from local volunteers Paul Bretherton 01925 852403 [email protected] and applications for support from local community groups. To apply or Tony McCarthy 01925 251221 [email protected] find out how to join The Rotary Club write to the Secretary, Jeff Butler, 60 Perth Close, Fearnhead, Warrington. Phone 01925 817948 or EAST WARRINGTON AREA MANAGER - Ruth Whitworth email . To find out more about the Ro- The East Area Plan was launched at the Town Hall on 29 September. [email protected] tary Club visit This plan sets out the broad priorities for Neighbourhoods in Warrington www.irlamrotary.org.uk in the East Area for the next three years. The five priorities are to Rixton-with-Glazebrook Lions comprises of men and women and reduce social isolation, to maximise household income and reduce meet at the Black Swan pub on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from child poverty, to promote health and wellbeing, to improve community 7.30pm. If you are over 18 and interested in joining or finding out safety and reduce the fear of crime, and to increase community more contact Syd Walker on 0161 775 5424 or 07947 124069. capacity and resilience. The East Area Team, along with officers If you are a community group and looking for funding the Lions from other organisations, residents and local councillors have would like to hear from you. been out in the East Area over October, talking to local residents, , affiliated to the RDA, and learning about the local area, as part of engaging the local Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled provide pony care sessions on a Monday evening at Milverton Farm community in the delivery of the Area Plan. A short questionnaire and rides on Monday and Wednesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.45pm for was asked on the day, and the results will inform the projects that 4yr olds plus. The group are keen to hear from anyone willing to happen in the local area. volunteer their help. If interested please contact Denise Shaw on To get involved or to apply to the local fund or Community Chest, contact 08452 414311 or for more information visit www.camsleygrangerda.org.uk East Area manager Ruth Whitworth on [email protected] 24 9

YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES PARISH COUNCIL INFORMATION / PUBLIC SERVICES The following Scout Groups are all open to both boys and girls: Parish Councillor’s names and addresses (all residing in Warrington) Beavers for 6 - 8 year olds is on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Chair Cllr. E. Clarke Vice Chair Cllr. Maureen Banner For enquiries about a place contact Samuel Barker on 07427 448026. 8 Briar Avenue, Hollins Green 13 Margaret Avenue Cubs for 8 -10 year olds is on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm - 8pm. 0161 775 7838 Woolston Contact Anja Brooks on 07463 624773 for more information. Cllr. J. Barnard Cllr. M. Johnson Scouts for 10 - 14 year olds is on Friday evenings from 7pm - 8.45pm. 106 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook 56 Dam Lane, Rixton Contact Jonathan Ridge on 0161 777 8921 for more information. Cllr. D. Mee Cllr. D. McLachlan Scout Group Leader James Taylor can be contacted on 07793 002025. 11A School Lane, Hollins Green 12 Birch Road, Hollins Green Rixton Tots parent and toddler group for 0 - 3yr olds, meet every 0161 775 2186 Wednesday 9.30am -11.30am (term time) at Rixton Methodist Church. A Cllr. D. Trenbath chance to meet other families in a happy, safe environment and join in 14 Chapel Lane, Rixton - 0161 776 1486 - [email protected] crafts, songs and rhymes. Cost £2 for 1st child and £1 for each additional A Parish Councillor now attends the Residents’ Surgeries, alongside child, drinks and snacks provided. Contact Linda Ogden on . 0161 775 2340 the Borough Councillors and police officer (see p.24) providing an Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school have places for children from additional opportunity for you to chat with a Parish Councillor face to 21/2 - 5yrs. Their 3hr morning sessions run from 9.15am - 12.15pm face about any parish related issues you wish to share. Monday to Friday at The Community Hall. If interested in a place Next Surgery - Sat. 15th November 10.30am - 11am or finding out more about what your local Pre-school can offer contact St. Helen’s Church House, Manchester Road, Hollins Green Debbie on 07815 561372 or 0161 775 2771 (mornings only) or visit All dates for 2015 are posted on www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net the Pre-shool’s page on www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net. LIBRARIES Offering places for children aged 3-14yrs WASPS Breakfast Club Community Library Book Exchange operates weekdays from St. Helen’s School 7.45am - 9am and costs The Community Hall, Hollins Green and Glazebrook Methodist Church £4.50 and After School Club weekdays from 3.15pm - 6pm and fortnightly 2-3pm (for details contact Liz Clarke on 0161 775 7838 ) costs £7.80 per session up to 4.30pm and £9.80 up to 6pm. Activities Rixton 4th Nov 2nd Dec 6th Jan 3rd Feb include arts and crafts, outdoor play, homework area, role play area, Glazebrook 18th Nov 16th Dec 20th Jan 17th Feb construction, baking, board games, playstation, reading area and team games. For information contact Karen Ward on 07582 719725. For opening times of libraries in the surrounding area contact: Cadishead Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 5AN 0161 775 3457 Fusion Dance Classes, run by Warrington Wolves Foundation, Culcheth Library, Warrington Rd, WA3 5SL 01925 763293 for boys and girls 10yrs plus are on Wednesdays 4.30pm - 5.30pm at Irlam Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 6FD 0161 775 3566 St. Helen’s School, Hollins Green. £2.50 per class (open to non pupils). Woolston Library, Neighbourhood Hub WA1 4PN 01925 813939 Messy Church is at Rixton Methodist Church for children 0-11yrs FLY TIPPING and their families - see p.13 for details and contact. Fly tipping can be reported to Warrington Borough Council via the Youth Groups interested in learning about CPR or how a defibrillator customer contact centre on 01925 443322 or by emailing: works can contact First Responder Keith Hanson - see p.4. [email protected]. 10 23

RIXTON-WITH-GLAZEBROOK PARISH COUNCIL (PC) SPORTS CLUBS Message from Chairman Cllr. Liz Clarke Karate class for adults and children from age 6 at The Community Hall, “As we commemorate 100 years of the start of World War I it would Tuesdays 5.45pm - 6.45pm. The class develops respect, discipline, be wonderful if as many residents as possible could join us in confidence, hard work, goal setting and self-defence. Lessons remembering those who gave their lives. Come along to the Community are taught by level 3 and level 4 dan instructors. No special clothes are Hall on Sunday 9th November at 9.30am to join us as we leave for required to start with. First lesson free - then £5 per lesson. Call Lynn or St. Helen’s Church for a 9.45am Remembrance Service or around Sarah on 0161 775 0737 or 07788 660055 or visit www.sskarate.com the cenotaph at 10.45am for 2 minutes silence and laying of wreaths. The Parish Council scattered thousands of red poppy seeds around Glazebrook Badminton Club welcome newcomers of mixed age and the village this year. Hopefully, after laying dormant over the winter, ability from 16yrs plus on Thursday evenings from 7.30pm - 10.30pm they will give us a lovely show next year! at Glazebrook Methodist Church, Glazebrook Lane. If interested please contact Albert Phoenix on 0161 775 5600 before turning up. We now have a filter lane at Warburton Bridge traffic lights coming from Warrington, enabling traffic to turn right onto the bridge. This Hollins Green Indoor Bowling encourages all ages, 12 years and has cut down the number of cars using the village as a ‘rat run’. over, to join them at The Community Hall. Bowling takes place on Also a 20 mile per hour zone has been employed, which all helps to Monday and Wednesday afternoons 2pm - 4.30pm, Wednesday make our village a safer environment. evening 7.30pm - 10pm and Thursday 8pm - 10.30pm throughout the year. Places available in all sessions. Simply turn up with a change The Parish Council organised a litter pick recently and the people who of soft footwear 10 minutes before the start time or contact Harold volunteered worked hard and picked up seventeen bags of rubbish. Bate on 01925 733836 (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult). In an ideal world litter would be picked up regularly by WBC, but unfortunately in this economic climate that is not going to happen. Rixton Tennis Club, Chapel Lane, Rixton, WA3 6HG is open from If everyone would take responsibility for the weeds and litter just April - September, apart from some afternoons when there is an evening outside their own house or business the villages would look so much match booked. Facilities include 3 shale courts and a club house. tidier, I know that many people do this already.” Courts are open every day during daylight hours, weather permitting. Liz Social tennis usually takes place Sunday afternoons. Membership is open to all ages. Fees per season are; adults - £55; students aged PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS 16yrs plus and in full time education - £25; juniors aged 10 -15yrs - You are most welcome to go along and observe your Parish Councillors £15 and under 10yrs free. There is currently a one month’s free trial. acting on your behalf every 3rd Thursday of each month (except Players are welcome for the 2015 season - ladies, gents and August) from 7.45pm at The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see mixed double matches. For enquiries contact Brenda Jeffrey on diary for monthly dates. 01925 813298 or email [email protected]. Questions for discussion should be put in writing beforehand to: Parish Clerk Marilyn Lowe For information on adult and youth sports and leisure activities and 5 Hartley Close, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0JJ. swimming in the neighbouring local areas visit: www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net for links or contact: You can now email your question(s) or read minutes of meetings on the new Parish Council website: Woolston Neighbourhood Hub 01925 813939 www.rixtonwithglazebrookpc.org.uk Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre 0161 775 4134 22 11

GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES RIXTON CLAYPITS NATURE RESERVE Zumba Style Exercise Class held at the Scout Centre on Monday MOAT LANE, WARRINGTON WA3 6EE evenings 7pm - 7.45pm - sessions, £3.50 each. Beginners welcome The Claypits is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, designated a - contact Michele on 07525 456291. Local Nature Reserve in 1996. The new waymarked trails, of differing lengths, are up and running and all start from the Visitors’ Adult Tap Class held at Glazebrook Methodist Church on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Beginners welcome - contact Liz Rainford Centre. See diary dates on pages 14-17 for Ranger led organised events. Information leaflets are freely available to pick up from the on 07723 093920. Visitors’ Centre, Black Swan, Ye Olde Red Lion, Glazebrook Post Fitness Classes held weekly at the Community Hall for both men and Office and local churches. nformationI on what’s on in Warrington’s women of various ages and fitness levels. Tuesdays at 7pm and Parks and Green Spaces’ is available by visiting: Thursdays at 6pm the 45 minute sessions are £3.50 each or 3 for £10. www.warrington.gov.uk (link - Parks) Contact Leanne Sheehy on 07703 449667. Groups wishing to visit the Claypits or utilise the Visitors’ Centre can If you enjoy meeting people and a game of dominoes then go along contact the Ranger on 0161 777 9726 or email: to Rixton-with-Glazebrook Thursday Club on Thursdays 2pm - 4pm [email protected] in The Community Hall, Hollins Green. Tea and biscuits provided. If The Rangers ask that visitors with dogs enjoy the Claypits, but interested simply turn up at 2pm and enjoy the afternoon, or contact please keep their pets on the lead at all times so as to encourage wildlife to the area. Gladys Young on 0161 776 1639. Fancy your hand at modern ballroom, sequence, old time or line OUTDOOR PURSUITS dancing - then why not go along Monday 7.30pm or Tuesday 8pm Walking to Hollins Green Sequence Dancing classes at The Community The area has several footpaths - for details on local walks see p.19. Hall. No joining or membership fees, simply turn up and pay on the night, everyone made welcome. To find out more contact Doreen on Fishing in Rixton-with-Glazebrook 0161 775 7248. A Social Dance is held monthly every 3rd Saturday Blundells Fishery - Prospect Lane (off Moss Side Lane) Day tickets from 8.00pm -11.00pm and there is an annual Dinner Dance trip. available, 6 well stocked waters. Key species - Carp, Tench, Hollins Green Art Class continues to produce some fantastic artwork Roach. Contact John Blundell 0161 775 2124 - check some of these out when you are next in the Community Hall. Strictly Members Only:- Classes run from September - July on Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Rixton Claypits - Key species - Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach and Perch. Contact Rachelle on 0161 775 0524 if you wish to know more. Contact Warrington Anglers Association, Frank Lythgoe 01928 716238 River Mersey, Moss Farm off A57 near M6 - Two stretches ‘Chill and Chat’ social handicraft sessions (male / female adults). Hosted Prince Albert Angling Society - www.paas.co.uk by the Friends of St. Helen’s Church, Tuesday 1.30pm - 3.30pm at St. Cheshire Cheese Angling Club - contact Cheshire Cheese Public Helen’s Church House. No need to book, simply go along with your House, Latchford. Key species - Barbel, Chub, Bream, Roach, Tench. handicraft - cost £1 includes tea/coffee. Contact Joan - 0161 775 4925. Please remember - when fishing you must have a current Environment Belly Dancing taster sessions are available at Hollins Green Scout Agency Rod Licence. You can buy a licence at any Post Office Centre, Monday evenings 7.45pm. If interested contact Michele or on line at www.environment-agency.gov.uk/rodlicence on 07525 456291. 12 21 PET OWNERS MONTHLY GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES All Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane is open 8.30am - Doreen’s Social Dance is held at The Community Hall, Manchester 6.30pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am - 12noon Saturday apart from Road, Hollins Green every 3rd Saturday 8pm - 11pm (except July Bank Holidays. Behaviour clinics are run daily to help owners understand and August). Just go along, no joining fee, simply ‘pay as you go’. their pooches and kitties problems. Same day appointments are Contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248 for more details. often available, emergency cases will be seen as they arise. For Glazebrook Women’s Institute currently have full membership, veterinary details phone 0161 777 8484 or you can now register but encourage any local ladies interested in joining to please contact your pet on line by visiting www.allcreaturesveterinarycentre.co.uk Judith Barnard on 0161 775 9934 or [email protected] Facebook on All Creatures Vets / Follow on Twitter@newts_adventure to be put on the waiting list. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday Rixton Dog School is a purposely adapted indoor and outdoor of every month 2pm - 4.30pm in The Community Hall. Non members training and behaviour centre at The Oaks, Brook Lane, Rixton. are welcome to the craft sessions held on the last Wednesday of For more information, questions, advice or to book a place simply each month 2pm - 4pm (except July and August) at the Community contact Carol Richardson on 01925 490370 / 07857 885460 or email Hall, Hollins Green. £1 admission - simply go along and make [email protected] or visit www.rixtondogschool.com some new acquaintances or phone Judith for more details. DOG FOULING Coffee Mornings are held regularly each month at the following venues on Saturday mornings from 10am - 12noon: Thank you to all responsible dog owners who pick up their dog litter. 1st - Glazebrook Methodist Church Unfortunately dog fouling continues to be an issue in the area. 2nd - Wesley Methodist Church The Look of the Parish action group have placed stickers on bins 3rd - Rixton Methodist Church to remind dog walkers that bagged pet’s waste can be disposed of 4th - St. Helen’s C.E. Church in any council litter bin. They have also received funding for bag Pop in and enjoy some home-made cakes, a chat and maybe a dispensers, which hopefully will assist dog walkers in disposing of bargain at the occasional ‘good as new’ stalls. Everyone welcome. dog pooh. If witnessing dog fouling residents are urged to contact 01925 443322 or email: [email protected] Messy Church every 1st Monday, Rixton Methodist Church, - all calls are treated confidentially. Lines open Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm Chapel Lane, Rixton 3.30pm - 5.30pm for children (0-11yrs) and and Sat 9am - 1pm. By supplying the following information you can their families. A time of fun, crafts, stories and songs followed by help Warrington Borough Council contact irresponsible dog owners:- a meal - donations accepted towards the cost of the food. Arrive • Where does the dog foul anytime. For more information contact Linda on 0161 775 2340. • Description of dog Chapel Crafts hold card making workshops every 2nd Tuesday • Description of dog walker 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton. • Distinctive features of dog walker (e.g. always wears a red coat) £2.50 per session - materials provided for making 2 cards per session, but bring basic crafting tools i.e. scissors etc. Beginners most HORSE RIDING welcome - simply turn up or contact Margery on 0161 775 4372. Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, Digital Information Board (DIB) provide pony care sessions and rides for 4yr olds plus. For more Voluntary/community groups can advertise their events/activities FREE. information and contact details see p.9. To register/submit a message visit: www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net 20 www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net 13

VILLAGE AMENITIES DECEMBER M T W T F S S For regular group social activities see p.10-13 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS Hollins Green Community Shop, 531a Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JU 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 and Scout groups close Friday 19th On schedule to open December Mon – Sat 7am – 7pm and Sunday 8am - 12 noon 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Glazebrook Post Office,100 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook WA3 5BE Merry Christmas to one and all 29 30 31 07.30-13.00 08.00-12.00 closed Saturday 6th 10am - 2pm 14.00-17.30 closed closed Black Swan Christmas Market including Santa and real reindeers. Sugarfields,The Rhinewood Country House Hotel, Glazebrook Lane WA3 5BB Evening meals only served 18.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday 12.00-15.00 Saturday 6th 12noon - 2pm Christmas Fair, St. Helen’s School, Birch Road, Hollins Green. The Black Swan, Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6LA Various stalls, games, refreshments plus a visit from Santa. 12.00-23.00 12.00-23.30 12.00-00.30 12.00-22.30 Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday and 12.00 - 19.00 Sunday Friday 12th 7.30pm - 9pm Crystal Handbell Ringers performance, St.Helen’s Church. A celebration Ye Olde Red Lion, 516 Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JT of the feast of Santa Lucia, a traditional ceremony of songs that symbolise 12.00-24.00 12.00-23.30 light. Tickets £3 include mulled wine and mince pie, members free. Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday & 12.00-19.30 Sunday & Bank Hols Sunday 14th 2.30pm and 6pm LA Cafe, corner of Moat Lane / Manchester Rd ‘Handel’s Messiah’, performed by Glazebrook Choral Society at 07.30-14.30 breakfast / lunch / light snacks or drinks 07.30-13.30 closed Glazebrook Methodist Church. No admission charge, programmes Hollybank Caravan Park, Warburton Bridge Rd, Rixton, Warrington WA3 6HU on sale. For more information contact Mylvia on 07759 149712. 09.00-18.00 09.00-15.00 11.00-14.00 Sunday 14th 4.30pm Christingle Service, St. Helen’s Church, Hollins Green. All welcome To check opening times during Bank Holidays see p.30/31 for contacts. to this candlelit service which raises funds for the Children’s Society. Glazebrook Post Office now offer ‘Click & Go’ an internet collect service Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th 6.15pm - 8.30pm as well as a full banking for all banks and building societies and cash 15th - Rotary’s Santa float visits Hollins Green and Claydon Gardens. service from 7.30am for Barclays, Halifax, Co-op, Lloyds TSB, Alliance 16th - Rotary’s Santa float visits Glazebrook and Carlton Way. & Leicester, Santander, HSBC, First Direct and free cash ATM machine. Pete also stocks an extensive range of basic food items (enough for an all Wednesday 17th 6.30pm day breakfast!), milk and cold drinks as well as non food essentials and Carols on Glazebrook Village Green, hosted by Glazebrook Resident’s newspapers. He also operates the Health Lottery. Action Group. Band, singers, mince pies, mulled wine and Santa’s float, courtesy of the Rotary Club of Irlam - all welcome. LA Cafe is well placed for local residents visiting the Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve and as an alternative starting point to some of the Friday 19th 11am ‘Footpaths around Rixton’ walks. The family friendly eatery offers hot Pre-school coffee morning including festive songs from the children and cold food and drink. See above for opening times or contact and a special visit from Father Christmas. (more December dates overpage) Lynn on 07594 954647. 18 ------www.hollinsgreen.net------15

s DECEMBER diary dates continued FEBRUARY M T W T F S S For regular group social activities see p.10-13 Sunday 21st 1.30pm - 3pm 1 ‘Scrub Bash’ at Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve. Fancy giving the 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS Rangers a helping hand whilst enjoying some fresh air? See p.6. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 and Scout groups close Friday13th Sunday 21st 3pm 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 and re-open Monday 23rd Candlelit Carol Service, Glazebrook Methodist Church - all welcome. 23 24 25 26 27 28 Wednesday 24th 2pm Wednesday 4th 7.30pm ‘Messy Crib’ - families with young children can start Christmas off Chrysanthemum Horticultural Society’s AGM at the Community Hall. by going along to Rixton Methodist Church to hear the Christmas Saturday 7th 10am - 2pm Story followed by crafts and lots of fun. Covered Farmers’ Market hosted by the Black Swan - free entry. Wednesday 24th 6.30pm Thursday 19th 7.45pm Carol Singing around Hollins Green Christmas tree - all welcome. Parish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green (see p.22). For Christmas Church Services visit www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net Friday 20th 7.30pm Slide show at St. Helen’s Church presented by Mike Kenwright of photographs of Cadishead, Irlam and Rixton-with-Glazebrook taken JANUARY M T W T F S S over the last one hundred years. Mike will give a brief introduction For regular group social activities see p.10-13 1 2 3 4 to each slide hoping that visitors will then share their memories and 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS knowledge of the area. £2 entrance includes refeshments, members free. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 and Scout groups re-open Tuesday 6th 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Saturday 28th 10am - 2pm Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome Simply 26 27 28 29 30 31 Best Wishes for 2015 turn up and leave at whatever time suits you - tools, equipment Wednesday 14th 7.30pm and gloves are provided along with a warm welcome and guidance Parish Plan Group meeting, Glazebrook Methodist Church. Open from the Friends on where and how you can help. to the public - a warm welcome guaranteed...... Thursday 15th 7.45pm Save the Date Parish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green (see p.22). Garden Safari 2015 - Saturday 6th June, 10am - 4pm Anyone local Saturday 24th 12.45pm - 3.15pm wishing to enter their garden for next year’s event can contact British Heart Foundation FREE 2hr Heartstart course, Irlam Fire Station Mandy on 0161 222 4003 or email [email protected] community room - contact Keith Hanson on 0161 776 2371 (see p.4). Parish Carnival 2015 - Saturday 27th June, contact Neil Fairfax Saturday 31st 10am - 12noon on 0161 777 6957. ‘Look of the Parish’ Litter Pick - volunteers needed. Meet at the Black Not all dates for events are known at the time of going to print, so make Swan car park at 10am. Litter pickers, hi viz vests and bags provided. sure you regularly check post office windows, community notice boards Please bring your own gloves. Free tea and coffee after the pick. and posters around the Parish, or visit www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net ------www.hollinsgreen.net------16 17

NOVEMBER For regular group social activities see p.10-13 GETTING AROUND M T W T F S S 1 2 St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS By Bus 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 and Scout groups re-open following the Rural Rider local bus service runs all year apart from Bank Holidays. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 half term holiday on Tuesday 4th For information about the service contact James or Shirley Tormey 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Remembrance Sunday - 9th on 01925 450687 or 07702 006000 or for a timetable visit their 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 2 minutes silence - see p. 22 for details website www.jj-travel.co.uk or email [email protected]. The No.100 Bus serving Warrington to Manchester stops in Hollins Wednesday 5th 7.30pm Green. Visit the online timetable on www.gmpte.com/info or FREE firework display at The Black Swan - families welcome. phone Traveline on 0871 200 2233 for further information.or check Thursday 6th 7.30pm www.tfgm.com (Transport for Greater Manchester). First Manchester ‘Looking for Jack’ a talk by Keith Thompson at Hamilton Davies House, Buses now operate an half hourly bus service to and from Hollins 117c Liverpool Road, Cadishead M44 5BG. Tickets £4 - contact Green stopping at the Trafford Centre on route to Manchester. Sharon on 07584 497183. Proceeds in aid of ‘Shine the Light’ (see p.3). By Train Tuesday 11th 7.45pm Trains running through Glazebrook Station, Glazebrook Lane Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery’s AGM at Hamilton Davies House. WA3 5BA are managed by Northern Rail. For information on services visit www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glazebrook_railway_station or Friday 14th 7pm www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations or phone Enquiries on 08457 Auction of goods and services at St. Helen’s Church House to raise funds 484950. The latest timetables are available at Glazebrook Post Office. for St. Helen’s Church. Carried out by Rev. John Macaulay - free entry. On Foot Saturday 15th 10.30am - 11am Rixton-with-Glazebrook has several footpaths. Five mapped out Residents’ surgery with your WBC Councillors, Parish Councillor and circular walks entitled ‘Footpaths Around Rixton’ are freely available local PCSO at St. Helen’s Church House (see p.23 for details). to pick up from Cadishead and Irlam Libraries, Rixton Claypits, Saturday 15th 12noon - 2pm Glazebrook Post Office, The Black Swan Pub, Ye Olde Red Lion or Christmas Fayre and home-made lunch Glazebrook Methodist Church. by downloading from www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net. The walks varying in length from 1½ - 4 miles are all easy walking on level terrain. Saturday 15th 12.45pm - 3.15pm Rixton Claypits has waymarked trails of differing lengths - see p.21. British Heart Foundation FREE 2hr Heartstart course, Irlam Fire Station community room - contact Keith Hanson on 0161 776 2371 (see p.4). Polite message to dog walkers - please respect farmer’s land by keeping dogs on a lead at all times when using footpaths crossing Thursday 20th 7.45pm fields and by bagging and disposing of dog pooh safely - see p.20. Parish Council Meeting, Community Hall, Hollins Green (see p. 22). ROAD SAFETY Friday 21st 6pm - 9pm For traffic and general safety issues, for road users of all ages call Ladies Christmas Shopping Night, Community Hall, Hollins Green. Contact Warrington (WBC contact centre) on 01925 443322 or email Tickets £2 on the door, includes refreshments. [email protected] weekdays 9am - 5pm. The police are Saturday 29th 10am - 2pm looking to introduce a Community Speed Watch Scheme in our area Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome (see p. 9). - if interested contact [email protected] 14 19 PET OWNERS MONTHLY GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES All Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane is open 8.30am - Doreen’s Social Dance is held at The Community Hall, Manchester 6.30pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am - 12noon Saturday apart from Road, Hollins Green every 3rd Saturday 8pm - 11pm (except July Bank Holidays. Behaviour clinics are run daily to help owners understand and August). Just go along, no joining fee, simply ‘pay as you go’. their pooches and kitties problems. Same day appointments are Contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248 for more details. often available, emergency cases will be seen as they arise. For Glazebrook Women’s Institute currently have full membership, veterinary details phone 0161 777 8484 or you can now register but encourage any local ladies interested in joining to please contact your pet on line by visiting www.allcreaturesveterinarycentre.co.uk Judith Barnard on 0161 775 9934 or [email protected] Facebook on All Creatures Vets / Follow on Twitter@newts_adventure to be put on the waiting list. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday Rixton Dog School is a purposely adapted indoor and outdoor of every month 2pm - 4.30pm in The Community Hall. Non members training and behaviour centre at The Oaks, Brook Lane, Rixton. are welcome to the craft sessions held on the last Wednesday of For more information, questions, advice or to book a place simply each month 2pm - 4pm (except July and August) at the Community contact Carol Richardson on 01925 490370 / 07857 885460 or email Hall, Hollins Green. £1 admission - simply go along and make [email protected] or visit www.rixtondogschool.com some new acquaintances or phone Judith for more details. DOG FOULING Coffee Mornings are held regularly each month at the following venues on Saturday mornings from 10am - 12noon: Thank you to all responsible dog owners who pick up their dog litter. 1st - Glazebrook Methodist Church Unfortunately dog fouling continues to be an issue in the area. 2nd - Wesley Methodist Church The Look of the Parish action group have placed stickers on bins 3rd - Rixton Methodist Church to remind dog walkers that bagged pet’s waste can be disposed of 4th - St. Helen’s C.E. Church in any council litter bin. They have also received funding for bag Pop in and enjoy some home-made cakes, a chat and maybe a dispensers, which hopefully will assist dog walkers in disposing of bargain at the occasional ‘good as new’ stalls. Everyone welcome. dog pooh. If witnessing dog fouling residents are urged to contact 01925 443322 or email: [email protected] Messy Church every 1st Monday, Rixton Methodist Church, - all calls are treated confidentially. Lines open Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm Chapel Lane, Rixton 3.30pm - 5.30pm for children (0-11yrs) and and Sat 9am - 1pm. By supplying the following information you can their families. A time of fun, crafts, stories and songs followed by help Warrington Borough Council contact irresponsible dog owners:- a meal - donations accepted towards the cost of the food. Arrive • Where does the dog foul anytime. For more information contact Linda on 0161 775 2340. • Description of dog Chapel Crafts hold card making workshops every 2nd Tuesday • Description of dog walker 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton. • Distinctive features of dog walker (e.g. always wears a red coat) £2.50 per session - materials provided for making 2 cards per session, but bring basic crafting tools i.e. scissors etc. Beginners most HORSE RIDING welcome - simply turn up or contact Margery on 0161 775 4372. Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, Digital Information Board (DIB) provide pony care sessions and rides for 4yr olds plus. For more Voluntary/community groups can advertise their events/activities FREE. information and contact details see p.9. To register/submit a message visit: www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net 20 www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net 13

and two pupils have been appointed as Officers for the school. As 5AY Glazebrook Lane, WA3 (see p.23 for dates and times)

well as leading assemblies and preparing a special notice board, they will be holding competitions to encourage children to consider the

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from the village who died in the conflict were remembered by name. Every 3rd Saturday each month 20.00 - 23.00 (except July and August) Every 3rd Saturday each month 20.00 - 23.00 (except July and

attended a weekend camp where Hollins Green Scouts and Cubs Tuesday

welcome to go along and lend a hand. Meet at the Ranger Centre off Hall

Youth Group Activities 10 Sports Clubs 11 Group Social Activities 12 Monthly Group Social Activities 13 Diary - November / December / January / February 14 - 17 Village Amenities (including opening times) 18 Getting Around / Road Safety 19 Pet Owners / Dog Fouling / Horse Riding 20 Rixton Claypits / Outdoor Pursuits 21 Parish Council / Public Services / Libraries 22 - 23 WBC / East Warrington Area Manager 24 Police / Important Contacts / Homewatch 25 Facilities Information / Venues for Hire 26 - 29 Contact Directory 30 - 31 Messy Church Parish Carnival Committee Parish Council Parish Plan Group Rixton Claypits Rixton Dog School Rixton Methodist Religious Worship Club Rixton Tennis Rixton Tots Rixton-with-Glazebrook Community Hall Rixton-with-Glazebrook Lions Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school Rixton-with-Glazebrook Thursday Club RC Religious Worship SS Peter & Michael’s Aided Primary School C.E. St. Helen’s Church and Sunday School St. Helen’s The Black Swan The Rotary Club of Irlam Out of School Club Wasps Borough Councillor Warrington Neighbourhood Hub Woolston Olde Red Lion Ye Zumba Style Exercise 2 31 Unfortunately it is impossible to include all information submitted about each facility in a single newsletter, however all forwarded information will be kept for future reference. The next edition will be distributed March 2015 - any new information will be required by early February latest. If you would like to feature in the next edition, or have any queries regarding the newsletter, please do not hesitate to contact Mandy Eccles at: The Hamilton Davies Trust Hamilton Davies House 117c Liverpool Road Cadishead Manchester M44 5BG

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